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REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
AGENDA
NOVEMBER 13, 2018 - 7:30 P.M.
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
15 LOOCKERMAN PLAZA, DOVER, DELAWARE
OPEN FORUM - 15 MINUTES PRIOR TO OFFICIAL MEETING (7:15 P.M.)
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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 BY BISHOP THOMAS L. HOLSEY
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE LED BY COUNCILMAN SUDLER
AGENDA ADDITIONS/DELETIONS
* CONSENT AGENDA
THOSE ITEMS ON THE COUNCIL AGENDA WHICH ARE CONSIDERED ROUTINE AND NON-
CONTROVERSIAL SHALL BE MARKED WITH AN ASTERISK (*) AND WILL BE ACTED UPON BY A SINGLE
ROLL CALL VOTE OF THE COUNCIL. THERE WILL BE NO SEPARATE DISCUSSION OF THESE ITEMS
UNLESS A MEMBER OF COUNCIL SO REQUESTS, IN WHICH EVENT THE MATTER SHALL BE REMOVED
FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA AND CONSIDERED A SEPARATE ITEM.
* 1. ADOPTION OF MINUTES - REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OF OCTOBER 22, 2018
2. PROCLAMATION - GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS (GIS) DAY AND GEOGRAPHY
AWARENESS WEEK
3. REZONING REQUEST - PUBLIC HEARING/FINAL READING OF PROPOSED ORDINANCE
#2018-10 (PETITION RECEIVED)
THE FIRST READING OF THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE WAS ACCOMPLISHED DURING THE COUNCIL
MEETING OF SEPTEMBER 24, 2018. THE ORDINANCE IS AVAILABLE AT THE ENTRANCE OF THE
COUNCIL CHAMBERS AND ON THE CITY'S WEBSITE AT WWW.CITYOFDOVER.COM UNDER
"GOVERNMENT."
A. PROPERTY LOCATED AT 951 WHITE OAK ROAD, CONSISTING OF 1.1152+/- ACRES
LOCATED ON THE NORTH SIDE OF WHITE OAK ROAD AND EAST OF HALSEY ROAD,
OWNED BY HANSEN WHITE OAK PARTNERS, LLC. THE EQUITABLE OWNER IS
L&S DAVIS PROPERTIES INC. THE PROPERTY IS CURRENTLY ZONED C-PO
(COMMERCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL OFFICE) AND THE PROPOSED ZONING IS
IO (INSTITUTIONAL AND OFFICE)
(TAX PARCEL: ED-05-068.14-05-85.00-000, THIRD COUNCIL DISTRICT; PLANNING REFERENCE: Z-18-02)
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4. COUNCIL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE REPORT - OCTOBER 23, 2018
* A. UTILITY COMMITTEE
(1) SMALL CELL WIRELESS ACTION PLAN
(COMMITTEE ACTION NOT REQUIRED)
B. SAFETY ADVISORY AND TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE
(1) AMBULANCE SERVICES - REQUESTED LEVEL OF SERVICE
(COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED THAT THE CITY INCORPORATE TWO (2) DEDICATED
24/7 BLS UNITS MANNED BY TWO (2) EMT-B NATIONALLY-CERTIFIED PERSONNEL
IN AN ADDENDUM TO THE ORIGINAL RFP #19-0001CM)
* (2) PROPOSED ORDINANCE #2018-12 AMENDING CHAPTER 70 - OFFENSES AND
MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS, SECTION - 70-5 AGGRESSIVE PANHANDLING AND
APPENDIX F - FEES AND FINES (SPONSORS: HARE AND POLCE)
(COMMITTEE DEFERRED THIS ITEM)
* 5. SPECIAL COUNCIL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE REPORT - NOVEMBER 5, 2018
A. UTILITY COMMITTEE
(1) EVALUATION OF BIDS - FY18 INFLOW AND INFILTRATION REPLACEMENT
PROJECT
(COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED APPROVAL OF THE LOW BID SUBMITTED BY
GATEWAY CONSTRUCTION, INC. IN THE AMOUNT OF $435,980 FOR THE
REPLACEMENT OF EXISTING 8" AND 12" DIAMETER SANITARY SEWER MAIN AND
REPLACEMENT OF SANITARY SEWER LATERALS. THE WORK WILL BE
ACCOMPLISHED IN COLLEGE ROAD, OVERLOOK / EAST LAKE GARDEN, THE
WESLEY COLLEGE AREA, AND RODNEY VILLAGE.)
B. LEGISLATIVE, FINANCE, AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE
(1) PERMISSION TO RECRUIT - SANITATION SUPERVISOR
(COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED APPROVAL OF THE PERMISSION TO RECRUIT FOR THE
POSITION OF SANITATION FIELD SUPERVISOR II)
(2) PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO FINANCIAL POLICY - EXPENDITURE POLICY #5 USE
OF APPROPRIATIONS
(COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED APPROVAL OF THE PROPOSED AMENDMENTS)
* 6. MONTHLY REPORTS - SEPTEMBER 2018
A. CITY ASSESSOR’S REPORT
B. CITY COUNCIL’S COMMUNITY ENHANCEMENT FUND REPORT
C. CITY MANAGER’S REPORT
D. CITY PLANNER’S REPORT
E. CONTROLLER/TREASURER’S BUDGET REPORT
F. FIRE CHIEF’S REPORT
G. POLICE CHIEF’S REPORT
* 7. QUARTERLY REVIEW - CAPITAL INVESTMENT PLAN (CIP) (JULY, AUGUST, AND SEPTEMBER)
(STAFF RECOMMENDS ACCEPTANCE OF THE REPORT)
8. COUNCIL AND COMMITTEE MEETINGS - HOLIDAY SCHEDULE
(CANCELLATION OF NOVEMBER 26 AND DECEMBER 24, 2018 CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS
AND NOVEMBER 27 AND DECEMBER 26, 2018 COUNCIL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
MEETINGS. CONSIDERATION MAY ALSO BE GIVEN TO DECLARING DECEMBER 24, 2018 AS
A SPECIAL HOLIDAY.)
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9. CITY MANAGER’S ANNOUNCEMENTS
10. COUNCIL MEMBERS’ ANNOUNCEMENTS
11. ADJOURNMENT
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EXECUTIVE SESSIONS, WHICH ARISE AT THE TIME OF THE MEETING.
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REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
The Regular Council Meeting was held on October 22, 2018 at 7:30 p.m. with Council President
Slavin presiding. Council members present were Mr. Anderson, Mr. Sudler, Mr. Neil, Mr. Cole,
Mr. Polce, Mr. Hare, and Mr. Lindell. Mr. Lewis was absent.
Staff members present were Major Stump, Ms. Peddicord, Mrs. Mitchell, Mr. Hugg, Fire Chief
Carey, City Solicitor Rodriguez, and Mrs. McDowell. Mayor Christiansen was also present
(departed at 7:45 p.m.).
OPEN FORUM
The Open Forum was held at 7:15 p.m., prior to commencement of the Official Council Meeting.
Council President Slavin declared the Open Forum in session and reminded those present that
Council was not in official session and could not take formal action.
There was no one present wishing to speak during the Open Forum.
The invocation was given by Bishop Thomas L. Holsey, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.
AGENDA ADDITIONS/DELETIONS
Mr. Sudler moved for approval of the agenda, seconded by Mr. Neil and unanimously carried.
Mr. Hare moved for approval of the consent agenda, seconded by Mr. Lindell and carried by
a unanimous roll call vote (Lewis absent).
ADOPTION OF MINUTES - REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OF OCTOBER 8, 2018
The Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of October 8, 2018 were unanimously approved
by motion of Mr. Hare, seconded by Mr. Lindell and bore the written approval of
Mayor Christiansen.
CERTIFICATE OF RECOGNITION AND CONGRATULATIONS -
GREGORY M. PARSELL
The City Clerk read the following Certificate of Appreciation and Congratulations into the record:
MAYOR AND COUNCIL
Be It Hereby Known To All That The Mayor and Council Commend
GREGORY M. PARSELL
for Dedicated Service to the City of Dover
May 1994 - October 2018
24 Years of Service
The Mayor and Council Extend Sincere Appreciation and Congratulations
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On behalf of the Mayor and Council, Mayor Christiansen presented the Certificate, City Plaque, and
Dover Cup in appreciation of the years of service provided by Mr. Parsell.
TRIBUTE NO. 2018-02 - ROBERT M. SADUSKY
A TRIBUTE EXPRESSING SYMPATHY AND CONDOLENCES UPON THE PASSING OF
ROBERT M. SADUSKY.
WHEREAS, the Mayor and Council of the City of Dover have been greatly saddened by the death
of Robert M. Sadusky, former Councilman and member of the City of Dover Planning Commission,
who passed away on August 23, 2018; and
WHEREAS, Robert M. Sadusky served on the Planning Commission as the Second District
Representative from August 11, 1997 until being sworn in as Councilman of the Second District on
May 10, 2004. He served with distinction as Councilman until May 8, 2006 and, during his tenure,
served as Chair of the Consolidated Plan Advisory Group, and Parks, Recreation, and Community
Enhancement Committee and as a member of the Assessment Appeals Committee, Construction
Code Board of Appeals, and Utility Committee; and
WHEREAS, Robert M. Sadusky served with gentle sincerity and contributed greatly to the
betterment of the City and its residents. During a period of rapid growth, he demonstrated a
commitment to assure that a high quality of life would be preserved for future generations.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and Council extend their deepest
sympathy and condolences to the family and friends of Robert M. Sadusky and hope that they will
be consoled by the memories of his exemplary life and commendable achievements.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Mayor and Council direct the City Clerk to place this
Tribute in the permanent records of the City of Dover and that a copy of this Tribute be provided to
the family of Robert M. Sadusky.
ADOPTED: OCTOBER 22, 2018
On behalf of the Mayor and Council, Mayor Christiansen presented the Tribute and a City of Dover
flag to the Sadusky family.
Mr. Hare moved for adoption of Tribute No. 2018-02, seconded by Mr. Anderson and
unanimously carried.
TRIBUTE NO. 2018-03 - JOHN "JACK" E. RICHTER
A TRIBUTE EXPRESSING SYMPATHY AND CONDOLENCES UPON THE PASSING OF
JOHN “JACK” E. RICHTER.
WHEREAS, the Mayor and Council of the City of Dover have been greatly saddened by the death
of John “Jack” E. Richter, former Mayor and Councilman, who passed away on September 25, 2018;
and
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WHEREAS, John E. Richter was sworn into office as Councilman of the First District on
June 23, 1980 and served with distinction until May 9, 1988. During his tenure as Councilman, he
served as Vice-Mayor, Chair of the Utility Committee and as a member of the Chamber of
Commerce and County Government Committee, Constitution Place Advisory Committee,
Legislative and Finance Committee, Long Range Planning Committee, and Tax Appeals Committee.
Following his eight years of service as a Councilman, John E. Richter was sworn into office as the
Mayor of the City of Dover on May 9, 1988 and served with distinction until May 11, 1992. During
his tenure as Mayor, he served as a member of the Delmarva Advisory Council Program Committee
and Downtown Dover Development Corporation; and
WHEREAS, during his many years of service, John E. Richter demonstrated devotion to the
City of Dover and served his fellow citizens tirelessly. During his time in office, he established the
Dover Arts Council, Kirkwood Street Improvement and Downtown Dover Programs, initiated the
Parenting Center and St. Jones River Greenway, and supported the Police Department in its
pro-active force for community improvement and crime prevention. John E. Richter’s contributions
to the community extended well beyond his service to the City of Dover and, as President and a
longtime member of the Friends of Old Dover, he worked diligently to preserve the rapidly
disappearing history of our hometown.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and Council extend their deepest
sympathy and condolences to the family and friends of “Jack” Richter, and hope that they will be
consoled by the memories of his exemplary life and commendable achievements.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Mayor and Council direct the City Clerk to place this
Tribute in the permanent records of the City of Dover and that a copy of this Tribute be provided to
the family of John “Jack” E. Richter.
ADOPTED: OCTOBER 22, 2018
Mayor Christiansen advised that he presented the Tribute to the Richter family earlier in the day at
the memorial service.
Mr. Hare moved for adoption of Tribute No. 2018-03, seconded by Mr. Neil and unanimously
carried.
COUNCIL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE REPORT - OCTOBER 9, 2018
The Council Committee of the Whole met on October 9, 2018 at 6:00 p.m., with
Council President Slavin presiding. Members of Council present were
Mr. Anderson, Mr. Sudler, Mr. Neil, Mr. Lewis, Mr. Cole, Mr. Polce, Mr. Hare, and
Mr. Lindell (arrived at 6:02 p.m.). Mayor Christiansen was also present. Civilian
members present for their Committee meetings were Mrs. Doyle (Utility).
Ms. Scarborough (Utility), and Mr. Shevock and Dr. Stewart (Legislative, Finance,
and Administration) were absent.
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UTILITY COMMITTEE
The Utility Committee met with Chairman Cole presiding.
Evaluation of Bids - Lakewood Place Water Main Replacement
Mrs. Donna Mitchell, City Manager, reviewed the background and analysis for the
evaluation of bids for the Lakewood Place Water Main Replacement.
Staff recommended awarding the contract to Teal Construction, Inc., for the
City of Dover, Lakewood Place Water Main Replacement Project, Bid #19-0005PW,
for the amount of $164,094.00.
The Committee recommended approval of staff’s recommendation.
By consent agenda, Mr. Hare moved for approval of the Committee’s recommendation,
seconded by Mr. Lindell and carried by a unanimous roll call vote (Lewis absent).
LEGISLATIVE, FINANCE, AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE
The Legislative, Finance, and Administration Committee met with Chairman Hare
presiding.
Proposed Amendments to the Purchasing Policy and Procedures
Mrs. Donna Mitchell, City Manager, reviewed the proposed amendments to the
Purchasing Policy and Procedures. She advised members that some of the
amendments were related to the new ERP system the City is implementing.
Mrs. Mitchell noted that there were also major changes proposed to Section 2 -
Ethics in Purchasing, and Chapter 30 - Standards of Ethical Conduct and Ethics
Commission was added as Appendix A. She explained that the cover letter for all
bids that go out will include a link to the City’s Purchasing Policy and reference
Appendix A, and vendors will be required to make sure that they are aware of the
provisions of the Policy. Mrs. Mitchell stated that the amendment includes new
language that “Vendors participating in the City procurement will be disqualified
from the procurement if the employee, official or vendor is found to be in violation
of the City’s ethical standards and a referral of the matter will be presented to the
Ethics Commission. Failure to familiarize oneself with the provisions of this policy
and appendices will not be accepted.”
Mrs. Mitchell advised that she was recommending an amendment to Section 3.10 -
Change Orders. She explained that she thought that giving someone authority to
make a change order for 25% of the original purchase price was a lot, and she
thought it should be 15% across the board.
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Mrs. Mitchell, referring to page 13, advised that she had recommended striking
Section 6.7 - Minority Owned Vendor Preference, and Section 6.8 - Local Vendor
Preference, from the Policy. She stated that it was her understanding from the City’s
Purchaser, that a lot of entities in the State had gone away from this because they
were not getting the competitiveness out of the bid process. Mrs. Mitchell explained
that those entities were not getting the number of bids that they would expect for
certain contracts since they do not have the minority or local vendors in those areas.
She stated that she was not strongly recommending this change, however, she wanted
members to be aware and discuss it.
Mr. Anderson expressed concern regarding the amendment to the minority and local
vendor preferences. He stated that he did not know how this worked for the State but
that it did work for the City because the City seemed to get more bidders.
Mr. Anderson advised that before the City had enticement for local businesses, there
were projects that were tens of millions of dollars and no local contractors or
subcontractors. He noted that the preference rarely comes into play where it affects
the outcome of a bid, however, it has increased the competition in the City’s bidding
process and seems to have increased local involvement from minority businesses
over the last six (6) to seven (7) years. Mr. Anderson stated that he hoped that this
was something that the City would keep.
Mr. Polce thanked Mrs. Mitchell for taking on this task that he had requested,
explaining that his objective was to provide clarification regarding ethical guidelines
and standards for when requests for proposals go out to bid and come back to the
Committee and Council for comment. He stated that Mr. Anderson had made very
valid points regarding the minority and local vendor preferences and asked if
Mrs. Mitchell would leave those items in the Policy since she did not have a strong
objection. Mr. Polce stated that he thought that the amendments had captured the
overall objective and indicated that he thought that the revised Policy would bring
some ease moving forward, especially in regard to some of the larger projects that the
City is hoping to tackle.
Mr. Neil stated that he thought even if minority and local preferences are not working
in other areas, he believed the City should set the standard. He indicated that even
if the City does not get those types of bid submissions, he would prefer to keep the
preferences in the Policy to provide the incentive for people to participate.
Mr. Lindell stated that he concurred with Mr. Anderson and Mr. Neil regarding the
vendor preferences, noting that he thought it was important for the City to consider
local businesses. Referring to Section 2 - Ethics in Purchasing, he asked if the
proposed amendment pertaining to disqualifying vendors from the procurement
would cause any undue delay in looking at the various bids. Responding,
Mrs. Mitchell stated that she did not think that there would be any delay because the
intention is that staff would disqualify the vendors, refer the matter to the
Ethics Commission, and move forward with the remaining qualified bids.
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Mr. Sudler stated that he concurred with his Council colleagues. He expressed his
hope that there may be more incentives to attract some of the minority contractors in
the future, noting that he had heard from a lot of them that it is difficult to get a
contract from the City. Mr. Sudler stated that, as a contractor, he had never bid for
any City jobs and he does not know the validity of the concerns that had been relayed
to him; however, he hoped to look into this with Mrs. Mitchell in the near future.
Mayor Christiansen stated that he concurred with members’ comments regarding the
vendor preferences, noting that although the State had done away with these
preferences, he thought that the City should set the standard. He stated that he
thought there should also be a provision for female-owned companies or gender
specific companies. Responding, Mr. Anderson indicated that a provision was
previously included for women under the Minority Owned Vendor Preference.
Mr. Lewis moved to recommend approval of the proposed amendments to the
Purchasing Policy and Procedures, with the changes recommended by Mr. Anderson
to keep Section 6.7 - Minority Owned Vendor Preference and Section 6.8 - Local
Vendor Preference. The motion was seconded by Mr. Neil.
Mayor Christiansen, referring to Section 6.7 - Minority Owned Vendor Preference,
asked if the State still maintained the Office of Minority and Women Business
Enterprises and whether the certification directory for minority ownership was still
subject to their oversight. In response, Mr. Polce stated that he believed the
Department of Human Resources, which is a separate entity, now had oversight but
asked Mrs. Mitchell to check that information.
The Committee recommended approval of the proposed amendments to the
Purchasing Policy and Procedures, with the changes recommended by Mr. Anderson
to keep Section 6.7 - Minority Owned Vendor Preference and Section 6.8 - Local
Vendor Preference.
By consent agenda, Mr. Hare moved for approval of the proposed amendments to the
Purchasing Policy and Procedures (Exhibit #1). The motion was seconded by Mr. Lindell and
carried by a unanimous roll call vote (Lewis absent).
Review of Pension Benefits - Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) (2018 Budget
Hearing)
During their Regular Meeting of August 27, 2018, City Council accepted the
Committee's action to table this matter for consideration at a future date when
Mrs. Donna Mitchell, City Manager, has gathered the appropriate data, and that it be
communicated to Mr. Lester Blakeman and the retirees in advance so they can be a
part of the discussion.
Mrs. Mitchell reviewed the FY17 funding liability, percentages of payroll, and FY18
medical premium expense related to General and Police Pension and Other Post-
Employment Benefits (OPEB), as well as the Government Finance Officers
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Association (GFOA) Advisory regarding “Responsible Management and Design
Practices for Defined Benefit Pension Plans.” She noted that the GFOA recommends
not doing ad hoc cost of living increases.
Mrs. Mitchell reminded members that her recommendation during the Council
Committee of the Whole meeting of July 24, 2018 was that future ad hoc cost of
living increases for the participants of the Defined Benefit Plan be taken under
consideration in years where the Pension Plan is fully funded; however, as a
compromise, she would recommend Council review future ad hoc cost of living
increases for the participants of the Defined Benefit Plan every five (5) years. She
explained that, as the City Manager, she sees this from a different perspective
because she sees the financial liabilities as well as the physical assets, the liabilities
in the infrastructure, and all of the things that the City needs to make improvements
to. Mrs. Mitchell advised that some of these affect the City’s employees, some affect
the citizens, and some affect both. She stated that she thought that it seemed
cumbersome to address this every year.
Staff recommended that future ad hoc cost of living increases for the participants of
the Defined Benefit Plan be taken under consideration in years where the pension
plan is fully funded or every five (5) years.
Mr. Anderson stated that he thought that Mrs. Mitchell’s compromise to review this
matter every five (5) years had a lot of wisdom. He noted that prior to 2018, Council
had not approved a COLA since 2006 and he was concerned with not looking at it.
Mr. Neil stated that he receives a pension, Social Security, and a state pension from
the State of Maryland. He advised that the State of Maryland had decided that
retirees will no longer receive a benefit from a subsidized insurance plan for
prescriptions and now have to utilize Medicare Part D, which will increase the cost
of medication for those retirees. Mr. Neil explained that one of the things that
attracted employees to those State jobs was that they were guaranteed to have
medical, dental, and prescription insurance and, although they were not going to be
paid top dollar, those benefits would be important as employees got older because the
cost would go up if they were independent. He noted that the benefits become
extremely important in order to get and keep employees. Mr. Neil stated that he
thinks it’s fate on the City’s part to maintain those benefits for those people who have
retired. He advised that the principle insurance for retirees is Social Security and the
additional insurance comes from pension, and while some retirees may be able to live
on Social Security, others might not and retirees will certainly not have as good a life
if they do not have both.
Mr. Neil advised that retirees also deal with inflation and although there is currently
a period of very low inflation, when it increases all of a sudden it puts a lot of burden
on the retirees. He stated that he would really like to make sure that the City’s
retirees are going to be looked after and let them know that the City cares about them
and the service that they have provided.
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Mr. Slavin noted that there are 210 non-police members in the Defined Benefit Plan
and asked what the age range was of those members. In response, Mrs. Mitchell
stated that she did not know the ages; however, she informed members that there are
both spouses and retirees in the Plan and she thought that some of the spouses were
probably older than the retirees. Responding to Mr. Slavin, Mrs. Mitchell confirmed
that this is not a liability, it is an expense that the City has to plan for over many
years. She noted that because the City has had a lot of baby boomers retiring, she
thought the average age of Plan members had gone down.
Mr. Slavin stated that when the City does a cost of living adjustment (COLA) of 2%,
which previously cost $88,000, which at the end of the budget process could be
found in that budget; however, he noted that the cost would continue as an
incremental adjustment in the budget every year until the last person in the Plan is
alive. He asked if the City has the ability to give a one-time stipend, that would not
go to the base rate of the retiree, in a year where the City may find an additional
amount of cash. He noted that this would not increase the City’s liability; however,
it would put cash in the hands of the retiree. Responding, Mrs. Mitchell stated that
she thought that the City could do a one-time stipend because it would be reported
on the retirees 1099 and would not be considered part of the base that grows every
year. Mr. Slavin asked if this would be an option that the City could explore in off
years if the Plan is not fully funded and the City is concerned about the liability
growing. Mrs. Mitchell stated that it would be better if this came out of the
General Fund and utility monies rather than the Pension Fund.
Mr. Sudler thanked Mrs. Mitchell for her insight and acknowledging the complexities
that she and members of Council are facing.
Mr. Polce asked if any City retirees currently had step or fixed increases.
Responding, Mrs. Mitchell advised that the old Police Pension Plan has an automatic
2% COLA and the City is reimbursed by the State Pension Office for the COLA
increase each year from State grant money. She indicated that the new State Police
Pension Plan does not have an automatic increase. In response to Mr. Polce,
Mrs. Mitchell stated that she thought that the old Police Pension Plan had less than
50 members now. She confirmed that the City sends the State an affidavit of the cost
and they subsidize it. Mrs. Mitchell stated that the State does an actuarial study and
sends it to the City.
Mr. Lester Blakeman, Sr., 209 Falmouth Way, reviewed information he compiled and
provided to members regarding the civilian pension plan, including pages from
Comprehensive Annual Financial Reports (CAFR’s), and spreadsheets that he
created depicting revenue sources for the pension plan, and payments from the
pension plan. Mr. Blakeman also provided a notebook of additional information he
compiled related to the civilian pension plan. He noted that the Comprehensive
Annual Financial Report (CAFR) pages that he provided were from 2003 through
2017, and he started with 2003 for consistency because there was a change in the way
the information was reported beginning in 2003. Referring to his spreadsheet
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regarding the revenue sources for the pension plan, Mr. Blakeman noted that it had
taken five (5) years to increase the fund by $2,000,000 and with an unfunded liability
of $20,000,000, it would take 45 years to fully fund the plan at that rate. He
expressed concern that the unfunded balance would increase since payments are
made from the fund and staff had recommended that COLA’s be considered once the
plan is fully funded.
Mr. Blakeman stated that there are essentially three (3) pension plans, the police plan,
the civilian plan, and the Defined Contribution Plan. He noted that the police plan
receives a 2% COLA every year. Mr. Blakeman stated that it was his understanding
the employees in the Defined Contribution Plan contribute a percentage of their
annual salary and receive a matching contribution from the City up to a certain
percentage. He explained that he thought that these employees were getting a
pension increase as well, since the pension contributions continually increase as the
employees receive pay increases. In response, Mrs. Mitchell advised that if
employees get a pay raise, their percentage of pension contribution will increase as
well, noting that this is the same for employees in the Defined Benefit Plan as it is
for those in the 401 Plan. She explained that the City employees in the 401 receive
whatever contributions were invested over their lifetime plus their earnings; whereas,
the payments for those in the Defined Benefit Plan are based on their last three (3)
highest year earnings.
Mr. Blakeman noted that there is a trust fund for the Defined Benefit Plan; however,
it is not really a trust fund because it is used to make pension payments. He
explained that when the Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB) Trust Fund was
created there was a restriction that the money in the Fund could not be used to pay
current expenses. He stated that he would like a restriction to be added to the
Defined Benefit Plan trust fund so the money cannot be used to pay current pensions,
explaining that when you draw it down, the unfunded liability goes up. Responding,
Mrs. Mitchell explained that the City contributions are not intended to equal the
pension payments. She stated that employee contributions and investment earnings
are supposed to cover the payments and create a surplus for future retirees.
Mrs. Mitchell advised that the OPEB Trust was developed like a legal document
through the City Solicitor for a Trust Fund. She stated that the pension trusts were
done years ago and are ordinances; however, they are trust funds in all aspects. She
explained that the pension payments for retirees come out of the pension trust fund
and the OPEB payments, for retiree medical benefits, come out of the OPEB trust.
Mrs. Mitchell advised that the City has two (2) bank accounts, an investment account
with Wells Fargo and a cash account with M&T Bank, and staff transfers the City’s
appropriation toward retirees’ medical benefits to the checking account because the
premiums are paid out of the checking account. She explained that it would not
make sense to transfer the money to the investment account and then transfer it back
to the checking account to pay the premiums, so you never see the monies go through
the Wells Fargo account but it is budgeted for in the operating funds and comes out
of the OPEB trust fund.
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Mr. Sudler thanked Mr. Blakeman for his initiative and trying to help the City.
Mr. Neil moved to recommend approval of staff’s recommendation that future ad hoc
cost of living increases for the participants of the Defined Benefit Plan be taken
under consideration in years where the pension plan is fully funded, seconded by
Mr. Slavin.
Mr. Polce stated that he thought that Mrs. Mitchell’s suggestion regarding a five-year
review had a lot of merit; however, it was his understanding that the motion was to
recommend that future ad hoc cost of living increases for the participants of the
Defined Benefit Plan be taken under consideration in years where the pension plan
is fully funded, which is undefined. Mr. Polce encouraged members to define the
recommendation to five (5) years. Responding, Mr. Slavin stated that he would be
amenable to changing the wording of the motion.
Mr. Hare suggested the possibility of reviewing this matter every three (3) years and,
if the pension plan is not fully funded in the first three (3) years, members could
consider making a stipend payment, and then review the matter three (3) years later
and, if it’s fully funded, possibly provide an increase at that time. In response,
Mrs. Mitchell advised that she would not recommend scheduling ad hoc COLA’s,
noting that, because of the GASB pronouncements, the City would run into all kinds
of problems with unfunded liabilities. She stated that the best approach would be for
members to make a decision when they review it. Mr. Hare suggested reviewing this
matter every three (3) years, noting that he liked Mr. Slavin’s suggestion regarding
a stipend.
Mr. Neil stated that he agreed with Mr. Hare and was not sure what the procedure
would be to include the stipend suggested by Mr. Slavin in the motion.
Mr. Neil and Mr. Slavin withdrew the motion to recommend approval of staff’s
recommendation that future ad hoc cost of living increases for the participants of the
Defined Benefit Plan be taken under consideration in years where the pension plan
is fully funded.
Mr. Slavin moved to recommend that future ad hoc cost of living increases for the
participants of the Defined Benefit Plan be taken under consideration every three (3)
years, seconded by Mr. Lindell.
Mr. Anderson asked if the three-year review would include stipend considerations.
Responding, Mr. Slavin stated that it would include any options that are available.
Mr. Cole stated that he thought that the stipend could be discussed during the three-
year review, noting that he did not think members should have anything set for what
they plan to do.
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The Committee recommended that future ad hoc cost of living increases for the
participants of the Defined Benefit Plan be taken under consideration every three (3)
years.
By consent agenda, Mr. Hare moved for approval of the Committee’s recommendation,
seconded by Mr. Lindell and carried by a unanimous roll call vote (Lewis absent).
By consent agenda, Mr. Hare moved for acceptance of the Council Committee of the Whole
Report, seconded by Mr. Lindell and carried by a unanimous roll call vote (Lewis absent).
QUARTERLY REVENUE REPORT
Members were provided the Quarterly Revenue Report as of September 30, 2018.
By consent agenda, Mr. Hare moved for acceptance of the Quarterly Revenue Report as of
September 30, 2018. The motion was seconded by Mr. Lindell and carried by a unanimous
roll call vote (Lewis absent).
SEMI-ANNUAL INSPECTION BY CITY MANAGER - ROBBINS HOSE COMPANY
In accordance with Chapter 46 - Fire Prevention and Protection, Article II - Fire Department,
Division 1 - Generally, Section 46-43 - Semiannual Inspections, of the City Code, the City Manager,
Mrs. Donna S. Mitchell, met with the Fire Chief to discuss fire company issues. Mrs. Mitchell
submitted a memorandum outlining the items discussed.
By consent agenda, Mr. Hare moved for acceptance of the report of the Semi-Annual Robbins
Hose Company Inspection, as submitted by the City Manager. The motion was seconded by
Mr. Lindell and carried by a unanimous roll call vote (Lewis absent).
APPOINTMENT OF JUDGES - ROBBINS HOSE COMPANY ELECTION
The Robbins Hose Company election is scheduled for November 19, 2018. The following persons
were recommended to serve as judges for the election:
1. James Howlett 2. James Hurley 3. Woodrow Postle
By consent agenda, Mr. Hare moved for approval of the appointment of judges for the
Robbins Hose Company election as recommended. The motion was seconded by Mr. Lindell
and carried by a unanimous roll call vote (Lewis absent).
REZONING REQUEST - FIRST READING OF PROPOSED ORDINANCE #2018-11
A request was received to rezone properties located at 971, 975, 983, 987, and 991 Forest Street,
21 and 27 Saulsbury Road, and 20 and 30 Carver Road, consisting of nine (9) parcels of land totaling
2.32 +/- acres, owned by Faithwork LLC and Paul Davis and Justine J. Davis (Paul and Justine Davis
Revocable Trust). The properties are currently zoned IO (Institutional and Office Zone), C-1A
(Limited Commercial Zone), and C-PO (Commercial and Professional Office Zone) subject to the
COZ-1 (Corridor Overlay Zone) and the proposed zoning is C-2A (Limited Central Commercial
Zone) subject to the COZ-1 (Corridor Overlay Zone).
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Prior to amending the zoning ordinances and zoning map of the City of Dover, a public hearing is
required.
Mr. Neil moved to refer the request to the Planning Commission on November 19, 2018 and
set a public hearing before City Council for December 10, 2018 at 7:30 p.m. The motion was
seconded by Mr. Lindell and unanimously carried.
In accordance with Section 1-9 of the Dover Code, Council acknowledged the First Reading of
Proposed Ordinance #2018-11 as read by the City Clerk, by title only, 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 971,
975, 983, 987, AND 991 FOREST STREET, 21 AND 27 SAULSBURY ROAD, AND 20 AND
30 CARVER ROAD
CITY MANAGER'S ANNOUNCEMENTS
Mrs. Donna Mitchell, City Manager, announced the following: 1) Flushing began October 7th and
was scheduled to conclude on October 26th; 2) The Silver Lake drawdown concluded on
October 19th; 3) Leaf collection began on October 15th and was scheduled to conclude on
January 11, 2019; 4) The police department and FOP Lodge 15 will be participating in No Shave
November. Each officer participating will donate $30 to benefit the Delaware Prostate Cancer
Coalition; and 5) Friday from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m., the Dover Police Department and DDP will be
having the annual Trunk or Treat on Legislative Mall with over 70 vendors, businesses, and
organizations. No costume is necessary for kids 13 and under.
COUNCIL MEMBERS' ANNOUNCEMENTS
At the request of Mr. Anderson, Reverend Carol E. Harris, coordinator for the Vines Community
Project, thanked City Council for its support of the Vines Community Project and Kent Goes Purple,
which ran from September 9th through September 22nd. She invited members to the official launch
of Kent Goes Purple on November 1st. Reverend Harris advised that Lieutenant Governor Bethany
Hall-Long would be their keynote speaker and Mayor Christiansen has committed to giving remarks
as well.
Mr. Sudler moved for adjournment, seconded by Mr. Neil and unanimously carried.
Meeting adjourned at 7:52 p.m.
TRACI A. McDOWELL
CITY CLERK
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All ordinances, resolutions, motions, and orders adopted by City Council during their Regular
Meeting of October 22, 2018, are hereby approved.
ROBIN R. CHRISTIANSEN
MAYOR
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Exhibit #1 - Purchasing Policy and Procedures
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EXHIBIT #1
Regular Council Meeting of 10/22/2018
CITY OF DOVER
PURCHASING POLICY & PROCEDURES
ISSUED BY: FINANCE & CENTRAL SERVICES
AMENDED OCTOBER 22, 2018
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Purchasing Policy & Procedures
Table of Contents
Section Title Page #
Purchasing Flow Chart ............................................................................... 3
1 The Purpose ................................................................................................ 4
2 Ethics in Purchasing ................................................................................... 4
3 Purchasing Limits & Authority .................................................................. 4
3.1 General Guidelines...................................................................................... 4
3.2 Subdividing Purchases ............................................................................... 5
3.3 Fleet Vehicles & Associated Equipment ................................................... 5
3.4 Equipment Purchases $25,000 - $199,999 ................................................ 5
3.5 Purchasing Threshold Table ...................................................................... 6
3.6 Cooperative Purchasing ............................................................................. 7
3.7 Standard Forms .......................................................................................... 7
3.8 Inspection and Full Payment ...................................................................... 7
3.9 Warranties .................................................................................................. 7
3.10 Authorized Personnel ................................................................................. 7
3.11 Change Orders ........................................................................................... 7
4 Professional Services Guidelines ............................................................... 8
4.1 Request for Proposals ................................................................................ 8
4.2 Total Cost Up to $7,500 ............................................................................. 8
4.3 Total Cost Between $7,500 and $25,000 ................................................... 9
4.4 Total Cost Greater Than $25,000 .............................................................. 9
4.5 Subdividing the Purchases of Services ...................................................... 9
4.6 Documentation ........................................................................................... 9
4.7 Change Orders ........................................................................................... 9
5 Public Works & Utility Type Contracts & Certain Professional Services. 9
6 Exceptions .................................................................................................. 11
6.1 Sole Source Procurement ........................................................................... 11
6.2 Warehouse Stock ....................................................................................... 11
6.3 Negotiations ............................................................................................... 11
6.4 Used Materials and Equipment .................................................................. 11
6.5 Continuity of Service ................................................................................. 11
6.6 Emergency ................................................................................................. 11
6.7 Minority Owned Vendor Preference ......................................................... 12
6.8 Local Vendor Preference ........................................................................... 12
7 Receiving ................................................................................................... 12
8 Credit Card Purchases ................................................................................ 13
9 Invoices and Payments ............................................................................... 13
10 Green Procurement .................................................................................... 14
11 Debarment of Vendors for Consideration of Awards ................................ 15
12 Committees/Commissions ......................................................................... 16
Appendix A Standards of Ethical Conduct and Ethics Commission .............................. 17
Appendix B Invitation to Bid and Request for Proposal Procedures ............................. 28
Appendix C Sample Bid Bond ....................................................................................... 31
Appendix D Sample Performance Bond ........................................................................ 32
Appendix E Glossary ..................................................................................................... 34
Appendix F Quotation Worksheet (for Purchases between $5,000 and $24,999) ......... 39
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Purchasing Flow Chart
Less Than Yes Department Process Invoice
$5,000 Stamp, Code, Signature and
Key into Munis Quotes
Optional)
No
$5,000 to (See Legend 3 Written Department
Yes
$24,999 Below) Quotes Process P.O.
P.O. Required and Key
into Munis
CM & Forward quotes &
No Treasurer support to Central
Approve Services
P.O.
$25,000 & Sealed Pre-Solicitation Meeting
Over Yes Bid or with Procurement Manager Final Bid or
P.O. Required RFP – 3 Discuss Procedures & RFP
Vendors Specifications
CAF Review – Bid Bid Opening Public
City Manager& Award Advertising
Controller/Treasurer
Committee/Council
Approval Central Service Process CM & Treasurer
(See Legend Below) P. O. Approve P.O.
Lowest & Best Bid
LEGEND:
Requires Council Approval if:
Sole Source Procurement
Not low bid
Bids that exceed amount budgeted
Projects $200,000 and greater
Vehicles/Equipment $200,000 and greater
Professional Services $25,000 and greater (non-Public Works & Utilities)
Professional Services $50,000 and greater (Public Works & Utilities)
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CITY OF DOVER
PURCHASING POLICY
SECTION 1 - THE PURPOSE
The purpose of the adoption of a purchasing policy is to establish the authority, limits and procedures
relating to the purchasing of materials, supplies, equipment, construction, Public Works type
contracts, and professional services.
SECTION 2 - ETHICS IN PURCHASING
Public employees and elected officials must discharge their duties impartially to assure competitive
access to governmental procurement by responsible contractors. Moreover, they should conduct
themselves in such a manner as to foster public confidence in the integrity of City procurement.
Dover Code Article II Section 30 (Appendix A), establishes standards of ethical conduct among
public officials and employees. Vendors participating in the City procurement will be disqualified
from the procurement if the employee, official or vendor is found to be in violation of the City’s
ethical standards and a referral of the matter will be presented to the Ethics Commission. Failure to
familiarize oneself with the provisions of this policy and appendices will not be accepted.
SECTION 3 - PURCHASING LIMITS & AUTHORITY
3.1 GENERAL GUIDELINES
This section outlines the purchasing limits and guidelines for materials and supplies based
on the purchase amount. No department or employee shall commit the expenditure of City
funds until the procedures of this section have been complied. No employee or official shall
have purchases shipped directly to their home.
For this policy, the purchase amount is considered the purchase order total. Warehouse
stock must be reduced to the item’s reorder level prior to using open market purchases as
authorized by this policy.
While purchasing goods and services for the City, the procedures and guidelines which are
described in this purchasing policy are to be strictly followed. All purchasing related
records must be kept in the Central Services Department for the period prescribed in the
State Bureau of Archives Retention Schedule. These records may include, but are not
limited to, request for proposals, vendor proposals, analysis of proposals, change orders and
a copy of the purchase order(s).
The Information Technology Department is to provide a technical review of all
specifications for computer software and hardware purchases regardless of cost. The
applicable Information Technology personnel should be consulted on all bid evaluations for
computer hardware, software, or other related equipment.
No agreement or contract shall be entered into, nor expense incurred by any division, which
will result in an obligation more than the appropriation made to the division. It is the
division’s responsibility to see that funds are in the proper accounts before obligating or
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expending funds. If the funds are not in the proper account, the transaction will not be
processed. The department must request a transfer of funds through the City Manager’s
Office and Finance Department. Override of funds availability must be approved by the
Controller/Treasurer and the City Manager.
3.2 SUBDIVIDING PURCHASES:
Multiple purchase orders issued by a department for the same items during the same time
frame in an attempt to negate the purchasing policy restrictions will be considered a clear
violation of the purchasing policy; also considered subdividing purchases.
3.3 FLEET VEHICLES & ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT:
Purchases of fleet vehicles and associated equipment shall not require Council approval
when the purchases have been approved in the budget for the then current fiscal year.
However, no vehicle designated as a replacement for any vehicle then currently owned by
the City of Dover shall be purchased or ordered for purchase unless and until the then
currently City-owned vehicle has been mechanically evaluated and determined by Fleet
Maintenance to be no longer reliable for use in its then current capacity. All items within
the amount budgeted must have a vehicle/equipment replacement request completed and
forwarded to the City Manager for approval. Council approval is always required when the
purchase is from sole source procurement, when the vendor is not the low bidder, or when
the purchase price is higher than the budgeted amount for that vehicle and the overage
cannot be made up through savings on other vehicles and equipment. To qualify as low
bidder, the bid must meet the bid specifications. The City Purchasing Agent is authorized to
purchase vehicles through the State of Delaware contract when in the best interest of the
City.
3.4 EQUIPMENT PURCHASES $25,000 - $199,999:
Budgeted equipment specifically identified in the Capital Improvement Plan does not need
Council approval unless the purchase is sole vendor, sole source procurement, or not low
bid. The purchase does not require construction or ancillary services. Equipment purchases
$200,000 or greater requires Council approval.
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3.5 PURCHASING THRESHOLD TABLE
PURCHASING THRESHOLDS
Less than $5,000 $5,000 to $24,999 $25,000 & Over
Open market; Department Head Department Head solicit no less than Formal Invitation to Bid (ITB) or Request for
discretion to obtain quotes; three (3) written quotations; If fewer Proposal (RFP/RFQ); No less than three (3)
than three (3) quotations, justification potential vendors supplied to Central Services;
must be included;
Purchases will be made by Quotations and support Pre-Solicitation Meeting required of the
designated personnel; documentation to be maintained in respective Department & Procurement
Central Services files as public record; Manager to discuss appropriate procedures and
Use the quotation worksheet in specifications;
Appendix F.
Approved invoices sent to Requires requisition and purchase Public sealed bid or sealed proposal procedures
Accounts Payable for payment. order through the financial system; as outlined in Appendix B;
Purchases under existing City All purchases will be made by Central Public Advertising at least once a week for two
contracts shall be made in Services or the Police Department (2) consecutive weeks in publication with
accordance with the terms of such Purchase Coordinator by Purchase circulation in each county of the State;
contract. Order or Contract, Additional advertising discretionary;
Supplies available from City stock Award shall be made to the lowest Lowest and/or most responsive bid will be
should not be procured from third and the best quotation; Vendor accepted; Vendor references may be checked to
party vendors. references may be checked; verify ability to meet contract requirements;
Item numbers, quantities, unit Item numbers, quantities, unit cost, Public Bid/Proposal Opening; Time and date of
cost, and extension must be and extension must be completed on public bid opening shall be stated in the notice
completed on every purchase every purchase order for materials or for bids; Delivered to Central Services, 710
order for materials or paying for paying for contracted labor at hourly William Street, Dover, DE 19904
contracted labor at hourly rates; rates;
Approval assigned at Department Fax and email quotations are Bid Bond or certified check in the amount
Head Level acceptable; equivalent to ten percent (10%) of the bid
amount for items/contracts over $25,000; Can
be waived by Purchasing Agent and
Department Head;
Departmental approval assigned by Performance Bond required for construction
Department Head; Electronic work;
Approval – Asst. City Manager, City
Manager & Controller/Treasurer
Purchase Order to include: Faxed bid is not acceptable for this category;
Unit Cost $; Account number; project Sealed bids may be emailed to
number if applicable; Brief description bids@dover.de.us or as agreed to with the
of item or service when not identifiable; Department Head;
Quotes from each vendor in comments;
Purchases exceeding $25,000 shall require
NOTE – Changes to Purchase Orders Council approval for sole source procurement,
are to be completed through the greater than budget and not low bidder;
financial systems. Purchase Orders Committee/Council Action Forms to include:
received with manual changes to Budget $, P. O. $ or Unit Cost $; Account
amounts/unit cost will not be number; project number; page number in budget;
processed by the Finance Department. Bid/RFP number if applicable. If unit cost bid
includes cost comparison. If blanket bid or
proposal is for recurring services, provide
average annual cost for past three years for the
service. Description and recommended action.
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3.6 COOPERATIVE PURCHASING:
The City of Dover is permitted to use state, county, municipal, and other government
contracts to purchase material once it has been determined that the procedures outlined
within this policy will not be violated. To use cooperative purchasing the quantities and
timing of the materials must be coordinated with the partnering entity to insure cost savings
through economies of scale. Any deviation from this policy for cooperative purchasing
must be approved by the City Manger and Treasurer prior to entering into any purchase
agreement. Cooperative Purchasing will not be permitted for any vehicles or equipment
valued over $200,000. Sealed bids will be required.
3.7 STANDARD FORMS:
All purchasing related forms and bid documents are developed and standardized for the City
of Dover by Central Services. No substitutions of the City of Dover purchase order form or
other standardized forms will be permitted. Where applicable, unit(s) of measure and unit
cost must be included in the purchase order. Purchase orders with the quantity of one (1)
will not be accepted unless the quantity is truly one (1).
3.8 INSPECTION AND FULL PAYMENT:
Upon receiving materials and equipment and upon completion of construction, the City of
Dover shall cause a detailed inspection. Full payments for the purchases will be made only
upon the department head's complete satisfaction as to the fulfillment of all the conditions of
the contract. The department will notify Central Services that the purchase order may be
released for payment.
3.9 WARRANTIES:
The department requesting the material or service shall monitor and maintain all warranties.
3.10 AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL:
Only authorized personnel can purchase goods for the City of Dover. The authorized
signature must appear on the purchase order and invoices. The original Authorized
Signature Form must be kept in the Finance Office – Accounts Payable. This form must be
updated if a new employee will be signing invoices and purchase orders. The Form can be
found in Public Docs.
3.11 CHANGE ORDERS:
If, after a purchase contract is awarded, it becomes necessary to add items/work because of
unforeseen findings or a scheduled change, a change order can be issued without Council
approval as follows:
A) For purchases at $5,000 - $24,999 the Procurement Manager is authorized to sign
purchase order changes up to and including 15% of the original purchase amount when the
total dollar value of the purchase does not exceed $25,000 and the amount of the item is still
within the amount budgeted for that item.
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B) For purchases at $25,000 or greater, the City Manager and Controller/Treasurer are
authorized to approve change orders as follows:
15% of the original purchase amount when the purchase is made on a unit cost basis,
the purchase is within the approved (project) budget and/or the approved Council
Action Form.
SECTION 4 - PROFESSIONAL SERVICES GUIDELINES
Professional Services are normally solicited by use of a Request for Proposal. This section provides
the guidelines and procedures for the procurement of professional services that are not covered by
Section 5 – Public Works & Utility Type Contracts and Certain Professional Services.
Examples of the professional services covered under this section are consulting for rate studies;
audit services, financial services, and computer related consulting. These are only examples, and
the scope of the provisions of this section is not limited to these examples.
4.1 REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
Evaluation of proposals must adhere to the following guidelines:
1. Determine what proposals are acceptable and unacceptable
2. A determination that a proposal is unacceptable shall be in writing, state the basis for the
determination and be retained in the procurement file
3. The offeror shall not be afforded an opportunity to modify its offer
Negotiation with individual offerors:
1. The department can negotiate with individual offerors after their proposals are opened.
2. The department shall develop formalized procedures to be consistently applied to each
offer
3. Disclosure of one offerors price to another is prohibited
4. The department must send a written request for best and final offers setting forth the date,
time, and place for submission of best and final offers
5. The department must inform the offerors that if they do not submit a notice of withdrawal
or a best and final offer, their immediate previous offer will be construed as their best and
final
Final Award:
1. The contract shall be awarded within 90 days of the closing date.
2. The department shall award a contract to the offeror whose proposal is determined in
writing to be most advantageous to the City
3. The determination shall explain the basis of the award
4. Central Services shall notify each unsuccessful offeror in writing of the award
4.2 TOTAL COST UP TO $7,500:
Professional services covered under this section may be obtained using open market prices.
It is the Department Head’s discretion to require written proposals from the service
providers. The decision to award the contract for professional service shall be based on
performance track records, fees, time schedule and known quality of work. Fax and email
proposals are acceptable for this category.
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4.3 TOTAL COST BETWEEN $7,500 AND $25,000:
For procuring professional services covered under this section, the department shall use the
"Request for Proposal" method and in conjunction with the Central Services Manager or
authorized purchaser send requests for proposals to available service providers. The request
for proposal will clearly include the following:
1. scope of work
2. schedule for work
3. request to provide fees, expenses and payment schedules;
4. last date for submitting the proposal
5. evaluation method
6. address, contact person and phone number.
The services procured under this provision must have the approval of the department head.
A purchase order must be issued to include, but not limited to the above, for the total
amount, providing details and a reference of the professional services agreement number, if
any, and the location. Fax and email proposals are acceptable for this category.
4.4 TOTAL COST GREATER THAN $25,000:
For professional services with fees and expenses totaling more than $25,000, the City
Council's approval is required. The requirements of 4.3 shall be applicable as a solicitation
basis. Email proposals are acceptable for this category.
4.5 SUBDIVIDING THE PURCHASES OF SERVICES:
The City of Dover departments shall NOT subdivide the purchase or the contract for
professional services to avoid the requirements of this purchasing policy.
4.6 DOCUMENTATION:
If a firm/consultant under contract to the City of Dover issues a bid/proposal as part of their
contract, the original documents must be provided to the City. The final determination for
all awards shall rest with the City.
4.7 CHANGE ORDERS:
The same procedures as outlined in paragraph 3.10 will apply to professional services
regarding change orders.
SECTION 5 - PUBLIC WORKS & UTILITY TYPE CONTRACTS AND
CERTAIN PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
"Public Works Contract" means any contract for the construction, reconstruction, alteration or repair
of any public building, road, street, highway, water utility, wastewater utility, electric utility or other
public improvement, the cost of which will be paid with public funds. Any project materials and
supplies purchased by the City, and not a Contractor or Service Provider, are to be procured under
Section 3 of this policy.
"Certain Professional Services" means those services within the scope of the practice of
architecture, professional engineering, professional land surveying, landscape architecture and
geology.
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All Public Works and Utility contracts entered for less than $200,000 that are specifically
identified in the Capital Improvement Plan does not need Council approval unless the purchase is
sole vendor, sole source procurement, or not low bid. Procurement $200,000 or greater requires
Council approval.
Public Works & Utilities
Less than $25,000 $25,000 - $199,999 $200,000 & Over
Open market Solicit three (3) written quotations – Formal Bidding – Purchaser
MANDATORY
$0 - $10,000 quotations optional Letters Bids/Contract Admin. Public Advertising
discretionary
$10,001 - $25,000; Solicit three (3) Specifications and/or plans Specifications and/or plans
phone quotes (attach to purchase discretionary
order)
Specifications and/or plans Bid bond discretionary Bid Bond discretionary
discretionary
Record quotations on quotation Public Opening discretionary Public Opening
summary form (attach to purchase
order)
Formal Contract discretionary Formal Contract
Performance Bond discretionary Performance Bond
Purchase Order to include: Unit Cost $; Account number; project number if applicable; Brief description of item or service
when not identifiable; Quotes from each vendor in comments
Committee/Council Action Forms to include: Budget $, P. O. $ or Unit Cost $; Account number; project number; page
number in budget; Bid/RFP number if applicable. If unit cost bid includes cost comparison. If blanket bid or proposal is for
recurring services, provide average annual cost for past three years for the service. Description and recommended action.
Footnote – When a project is partially or wholly funded by the State of Delaware: prevailing wage rates apply to
projects over $15,000 for repairs, alterations, rehabs, demolition, or reconstruction or $100,000 for new construction.
Public Works & Utilities – Certain Professional Services
Less than $50,000 $50,000 & Over
Open Market Formal RFP Process
Use same procedure as Section 4.2 Public Advertising; use same
procedure as Section 4.4
Professional Services for Public Works & Utilities includes services within the scope of practice of architectural,
professional engineering, professional land surveying, landscape architectural services and geology.
PRE-QUALIFICATION OF BIDDERS
Prequalification of Bidders is permitted to screen potential vendors in which such factors as
financial capability, reputation and management are considered to develop a list of qualified
vendors. The vendors should provide background information on their company, implementation
methods, and references. Once the list of qualified vendors is established a Request for Proposal
will be developed to include clear specifications, expectations and clearly outlined evaluation
criteria. A price range may be requested but is not necessary. Detailed information will be
provided during the RFP process.
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SECTION 6 - EXCEPTIONS
6.1 SOLE SOURCE PROCUREMENT:
Sole source procurement is not permissible unless a requirement is available from only a
single supplier/manufacturer. A requirement for a propriety item does not justify sole
source procurement if there is more than one potential bidder or offeror for that item. The
following are examples of circumstances which could necessitate sole source procurement:
Where the compatibility of equipment, accessories, or replacement parts is the
paramount consideration; items of comparable quality and equal function are not to
be considered under sole source procurement.
Where the sole supplier’s item is needed for trial use or testing;
If the purchase is over $25,000 however, it must be presented to Council for approval. Sole
suppliers/manufacturers must be justified in writing by the Department Director and the
justification must accompany the procurement request to Central Services and approved by
the City Manager.
6.2 WAREHOUSE STOCK:
Items placed on annual or multi-year contracts for warehouse stock shall not be subject to
Council approval as these items are purchased as individual units and not in blocks.
Procurement of items specifically procured for projects through non-stock contracts shall be
approved by the City Manager and Treasurer. Increases in unit prices greater than 15%
shall be communicated to the respective Department Heads, the City Manager and
Controller/Treasurer.
6.3 NEGOTIATIONS:
Negotiations are authorized during the Request for Proposal evaluation process, when sole
source has been pre-approved or when a material specification or scope of work change
occurs after the award of a competitively bid contract.
6.4 USED MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT:
For the purchase of used or surplus materials or equipment, the provisions of this policy may
not apply. Purchases of $25,000 or greater must be presented to Council for their approval.
6.5 CONTINUITY OF SERVICE:
When there is an abrupt discontinuation of service due to breakdown, accident, or other
similar event and it is necessary to obtain materials or equipment to continue service to the
citizens, the provisions of this policy may be waived by the City Manager. For no other
reason should a purchase order be issued for this exception.
6.6 EMERGENCY:
An emergency condition is a situation which creates a threat to public health, welfare, or
safety such as may arise. The existence of such condition creates an immediate and serious
need for supplies, services, or construction that cannot be met through normal procurement
methods and the lack of which would seriously threaten:
1. The functioning of the City government.
2. The preservation or protection of property; or
3. The health or safety of any person.
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Emergency procurement shall be limited to those supplies, services, or construction items
necessary to meet the emergency. The Mayor or City Manager will be responsible for
deciding as to the existence of the emergency.
6.7 MINORITY OWNED VENDOR PREFERENCE:
Minority owned vendor preference shall be three percent (3%) of the value of the award.
The vendor must identify qualification and claim to the preference on the submitted bid
documents. The vendor must provide authoritative proof of minority ownership such as
identification in the certification directory maintained by the State of Delaware, Office of
Management and Budget, Office of Supplier Diversity to qualify for this preference. This
preference is to be considered as a stand alone and cannot be added to any other preference
that may be allowed. This preference shall not apply to sub-contractors.
6.8 LOCAL VENDOR PREFERENCE:
Local vendor preference shall be considered for materials, equipment, construction
contracts, and utility contracts. Local vendor preference shall be three percent (3%) of the
value of the award. A local vendor is a vendor with a “remit to” address or physical store
location in the local area as identified below. The term local vendor is defined as a
gradually increasing range with preference assigned as follows:
Rule 1: Vendor located within the city limits of the City of Dover.
Rule 2: Vendor located within Kent County (if no vendor qualifies under Rule 1)
Rule 3: Vendor located within the State of Delaware (if no vendor qualifies under Rules
1 & 2)
If no vendor qualifies under rules 1, 2, or 3 no local vendor preference shall be awarded.
The vendor must identify qualification and claim to the preference on the submitted bid
documents. This preference shall not apply to sub-contractors.
SECTION 7 - RECEIVING
7.1 No employee shall pick up or receive goods without his or her supervisor's authorization. In
the case of a special project, deliveries may be made to the job site, but should be
coordinated through Central Services. Central Services will take charge of the delivery
ticket for file and paying of the invoice.
Packing slips (proof of receipt) when appropriate are to be attached to the invoice or
payment will not be disbursed until these conditions are met. If only an invoice is provided
by the vendor, then the employee receiving the item shall sign the invoice as proof of
receipt. Proof of receipt must have who receive item and the date item was received.
7.2 While taking delivery of items the individual accepting the item will sign any one of these
documents: Receiving/payment copy of the purchase order, vendor's invoice, delivery slip
or packing ticket. The person receiving the goods and signing the receipt document must
verify the quantity and item description/part number with the purchase order or any other
document and must check the condition of the items/packages to make reasonably sure that
there are no problems with the delivery. If the problems are observed, the notes must be
made on the receiving documents or the delivery must be returned. Partial delivery is
acceptable. The original receipt of all documents must be forwarded to Central Services.
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7.3 No City employee will sign for any item or service, which is not received.
7.4 Payment for the goods will be made only to the extent the goods are received by the City.
SECTION 8 - CREDIT CARD PURCHASES
8.1 The City does not encourage credit card purchases.
8.2 The City has a very limited number of credit cards for stores where the purchases are more
easily made with a credit card or where vendors do not bill the City and credit cards are
necessary.
8.3 The employee using a store credit card must make sure of the purchase price, quantity,
quality and the necessity of the item. The person must sign as required and turn in the
purchaser's copy of the credit card receipt slip to their department for processing and send to
Accounts Payable immediately.
8.4 The credit card must be used only by authorized personnel and cannot be used for personal
business.
8.5 All credit cards shall be handled through the Finance Department as outlined in Procedure
F346.
8.6 The City does not encourage use of personal credit cards for business purchases. Where use
of a personal credit card is necessary to complete City of Dover business in a timely and/or
efficient manner, the employee is not authorized to approve their own reimbursement
request. The reimbursement request must be approved by other authorized personnel.
SECTION 9 - INVOICES AND PAYMENTS
9.1 For payment purposes, the original invoices must carry the following: approval stamp,
authorized signature, G/L# and date. All employee travel expenditures are to be processed
with a purchase order including other reimbursements. Purchases over $5,000 must also
include a purchase order. Each department will be entering their own Invoices and Purchase
Orders into Tyler-Hub (Munis). Batches will be released and/or approve by departments
before Accounts Payable can review and process payments to vendors. When processing
invoices/requisitions/purchase orders, do not enter at the last minute, as this will delay
payment to vendors. Invoices/Purchase Orders and other documentation related to
payments must be upload to Munis in Invoice/Purchase Order Entry. Do not forward
vendors to the Finance office to look for payment or pickup checks. Departments are
responsible for corresponding with vendors when there are discrepancies in past due
invoices and payment status.
9.2 Invoices for vendors not loaded in Munis (Tyler) must be accompanied by the City of Dover
new vendor form and a completed IRS form W-9, both of which are in public documents.
Department and Vendors must use the Munis Self Service - Vendor Self Service Portal to
upload W-9 or other vendor related documents. One-time vendor payment must be less than
$600.00 for the calendar year and does not require a W9.
9.3 The purchaser/authorized personnel must note that it is the City's policy to take all discounts
and therefore the payment documents must be submitted to Accounts Payable immediately.
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In other cases, it is the City's policy to pay the invoices on time and, therefore, the payment
documents must be submitted to Accounts Payable as soon as possible.
SECTION 10 – GREEN PROCUREMENT
10.1 The City of Dover is committed to using and purchasing energy efficient/environmentally
preferable products in the most cost effective and environmentally responsible manner
possible. Purchasing energy efficient products reduces energy costs without compromising
quality. Purchases should be based on:
1. Consideration on the impact to the environment, economy, and human health and
well-being.
2. Consideration of specification compliance, delivery time and price.
3. Preference given to environmentally preferable materials when they perform
satisfactorily and can be obtained at a reasonable price.
10.2 The US Government in Executive Order 12873 defined environmentally preferable products
as “products or services that have a lesser or reduced effect on human health and the
environment when compared with competing products or services that serve the same
purpose.” This should include items that are energy efficient, conserve water, reduces
toxins, conserves natural resources, has recycled content and minimizes waste.
10.3 The Procurement Manager shall establish a price preference of up to ten percent (10%) for
recycled and other environmentally preferable products. This price preference must be
established in advance of any bid and must be included in the bid specifications, cover letter
or evaluation criteria. This percentage may be modified from time to time at the discretion
of the Procurement Manager with the objective of maximizing the City’s purchase of
environmentally preferable products.
10.4 LIFE CYCLE COST ANALYSIS
The requesting department shall perform lifecycle costing analysis on equipment that has
the potential to reduce operating, maintenance or energy costs over the useful life of the
equipment. Based on said analysis, the contracting agency shall incorporate specifications
in the contract for equipment that has the lowest total cost of ownership and operation over
the useful life of the equipment. The use of lifecycle costing analysis may be waived by the
department head, in writing, if the equipment is not appropriate for lifecycle costing
analysis. Appendix E contains a sample form for life cycle cost analysis.
10.5 ENERGY EFFICIENT PRODUCTS
A) The City shall purchase Energy Star products, as designated by the federal
Environmental Protection Agency, when such products are available. The department may
include non-Energy Star rated equipment as an alternate in the bid documents to enable
lifecycle costing analysis to be performed as part of the analysis of responsive bids. The
department shall be required to award a contract that includes the procurement of Energy
Star rated equipment unless they can demonstrate, in writing, to the satisfaction of the City
Manager, that the interests of the city would be better served by procuring non-Energy Star
rated equipment.
B) Prior to initiating a request for procurement of any product, the department shall
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review the specifications for such product to determine whether an Energy Star product is
available. If an Energy Star product is available, the department is required to include in its
bid specifications the requirement that the product be an Energy Star product unless it can
be demonstrated, in writing, to the satisfaction of the department head, that a product with
an Energy Star rating meets at least 1 of the following criteria:
1. The product is not available competitively,
2. The product is not available within a reasonable time frame, or
3. The product does not meet appropriate performance standards.
SECTION 11 – DEBARMENT OF VENDORS FOR CONSIDERATION OF AWARDS
11.1 Any vendor who fails to perform a contract or complete a project within the time established
within the contract or invitation to bid may be subject for suspension or debarment. Once a
problem with a vendor/contractor is discovered, the Department responsible for the contract
will document the problem and all attempts at resolution. The vendor/contractor will be
held in breach of contract. The responsible Department must submit a recommendation of
debarment to the City Manager and the Procurement Manager. If enough cause is
determined, the City Manager (with advice from the City Solicitor, if necessary) and/or
the Procurement Manager will provide reasonable notice to the Vendor and allow a
reasonable time for that vendor to be heard. The City Manager shall have the authority to
debar a vendor/contractor for cause from consideration for award of contracts. The
debarment shall not be for a period of more than three years.
11.2 The causes for debarment include:
A) Conviction of or civil judgment for commission of a fraud or a criminal offense in
connection with obtaining or attempting to obtain or performing a public or private
contract or subcontract;
B) Conviction under state or federal statutes of embezzlement, theft, forgery, bribery,
falsification or destruction of records, receiving stolen property, or any other offense
indicating a lack of business integrity or business honesty;
C) Conviction under state or federal antitrust statutes arising out of the submission of
bids or proposals;
D) Violation of contract provisions, as set forth below, of a character which is
regarded by the City Manager to be so serious as to justify debarment action:
i. Deliberate failure without good cause to perform in accordance with the
specifications or within the time limit provided in the contract; or
ii. A recent record of failure to perform or of unsatisfactory performance in
accordance with the terms of one (1) or more contracts; if failure to perform or
unsatisfactory performance caused by acts beyond the control of the contractor shall not
be a basis for debarment;
E) Any other cause the City Manager determines to be as serious and compelling as
to affect responsibility as a City contractor, including debarment by another
governmental entity for any cause listed in this article; and
F) For violation of the ethical standards set forth in Section 2 of this policy or Dover
Code, Chapter 30.
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11.3 The City Manager is authorized to suspend a person from consideration for award of
contracts pending his/her decision if there is probable cause to believe that the person has
engaged in any activity which might lead to debarment. The suspension shall continue
until the debarment decision has been made. The City Manager shall notify the person to
be debarred in writing and set forth the basis for the action. A copy of the notification
shall be sent to the Mayor and Council. The written notification shall be delivered to the
person to be suspended either in person or by certified mail. The decision shall state the
basis for the action taken.
11.4 Before the award of any contracts utilizing federal funds, the user must exclude any
vendors listed on the Federal Government’s Excluded Parties Listing located at
www.epls.gov.
SECTION 12 - COMMITTEES/COMMISSIONS
12.1 All City of Dover appointed Committees and Commissions are required to follow the City
of Dover purchasing policy, unless otherwise directed by City Council.
12.2 The Committee Chair or designated City staff member is authorized to purchase materials.
12.3 A list of the names of the individuals authorized to make purchases along with each
authorized individuals’ signature are to be submitted to the Finance Department.
12.4 A proposed work plan or budget will be required prior to disbursement of funds.
12.5 The Central Services and Finance Departments will give each Committee Chairperson a
purchasing orientation. A copy of the Purchasing Policy will be provided.
EFFECTIVE DATE
Adopted by City Council December 8, 2008
Amended by City Council February 28, 2011
Amended by City Council October 22, 2018
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APPENDIX A
STANDARDS OF ETHICAL CONDUCT AND ETHICS COMMISSION
ARTICLE II – STANDARDS OF ETHICAL CONDUCT
Chapter 30, Section 30-20. - Established.
High ethical standards among public officials and employees are essential to gain and maintain
the confidence of the people, because such confidence is essential to the conduct of free
government. Public officials and employees are agents of the people and hold office for the
benefit of the public. They are bound to observe in their official acts the highest standards of
morality and to discharge faithfully and impartially the duties of their offices, regardless of
personal considerations, recognizing that the public interest must be their primary concern. Their
conduct in both their official and private affairs should be above reproach. These standards of
ethical conduct are adopted in order to secure this desired high level of public trust, ensure the
impartiality of public officials and employees, and impose standards of accountability.
(a) General responsibilities of officials and employees.
(1) Officials and employees have the common obligation of serving the public. In
performing their duties, they shall treat the public and each other with respect,
concern, and responsiveness, recognizing that their common goal of exceptional
public service can only be achieved by working together. Disputes that arise among
public servants shall be resolved at the lowest possible level; keeping in mind that
public money spent on resolving these disputes is money not spent on important
public needs.
(2) Officials and employees shall treat their position as a public trust, with a fiduciary
duty to use the powers and resources of public office only to advance the public
interest and not to obtain personal benefits or pursue private interests.
(3) Officials and employees shall conduct themselves in a manner that justifies the
confidence placed in them by the people, at all times maintaining the integrity and
discharging ethically the high responsibilities of public service.
(4) Full disclosure of real or potential conflicts of interest shall be a guiding principle
for determining appropriate conduct. At all times, reasonable efforts shall be made
to avoid undue influence and abuse of office in public service.
(5) No official or employee may request or receive, and no person may offer any
money, thing of value or promise thereof, other than any city pay received, that is
conditioned upon or given in exchange for promised performance of an official act.
(b) Appearance of violation. Each city employee and official shall endeavor to pursue a
course of conduct which will not raise suspicion among the public that he is engaging in
acts which are in violation of his public trust and which will not reflect unfavorably
upon the city and its government.
(c) Private interest; gifts. No city employee or official shall have any interest in any
private enterprise, nor shall he incur any obligation of any nature which is in substantial
conflict with the proper performance of his duties in the public interest. No city
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employee or official shall accept other employment, any compensation, gift, payment of
expenses or any other thing of monetary value under circumstances in which such
acceptance may result in any of the following:
(1) Impairment of independence of judgment in the exercise of official duties;
(2) An undertaking to give preferential treatment to any person;
(3) The making of a governmental decision outside official channels; or
(4) Any adverse effect on the confidence of the public in the integrity of the
government of the city.
(d) Interest in private enterprise. No city employee or official shall acquire a financial
interest in any private enterprise which he has reason to believe may be directly
involved in decisions to be made by him in an official capacity on behalf of the city.
(e) Prohibitions relating to conflicts of interest. No councilman or other official or
employee, whether paid or unpaid, shall engage in any business or transaction or shall
have a financial or other personal interest, direct or indirect, which is incompatible with
the proper discharge of his official duties in the public interest or would tend to impair
his independence of judgment or action in the performance of his official duties.
Personal as distinguished from financial interest includes an interest arising from blood
or marriage relationships or close business or political association provided, that upon
request from any person with official responsibility with respect to the matter, any such
person who has such a personal or private interest may nevertheless respond to
questions concerning any such matter.
(1) Restrictions on exercise of official authority.
a. Prohibited participation. No city employee or official may participate on
behalf of the city in the review or disposition of any matter pending before the
city in which he has a personal or private interest, provided that, upon request
from any person with official responsibility with respect to the matter, any
such person who has such a personal or private interest may nevertheless
respond to questions concerning any such matter. A personal or private interest
in a matter is an interest which tends to impair a person's independence of
judgment in the performance of his duties with respect to that matter.
b. Impairment of judgment. A person has an interest which tends to impair his
independence of judgment in the performance of his duties with respect to any
matter when:
i. Any action or inaction with respect to the matter would result in a
financial benefit or detriment to accrue to the person or a close relative to
a greater extent than such benefit or detriment would accrue to others who
are members of the same class or group of persons; or
ii. The person or a close relative has a financial interest in a private
enterprise which enterprise or interest would be affected by any action or
inaction on a matter to a lesser or greater extent than like enterprises or
other interests in the same enterprise.
c. Statutory responsibility. In any case where a person has a statutory
responsibility with respect to action or inaction on any matter where he has a
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personal or private interest and there is no provision for the delegation of such
responsibility to another person, the person may exercise responsibility with
respect to such matter, provided that, promptly after becoming aware of such
conflict of interest, he files a written statement with the ethics commission,
fully disclosing the personal or private interest and explaining why it is not
possible to delegate responsibility for the matter to another person.
(2) Restrictions on representing another's interest before the city.
a. Prohibited. No city employee or official may represent or otherwise assist any
private enterprise with respect to any matter before the city.
b. Exception. This subsection shall not preclude any city employee or official
from appearing before the city or otherwise assisting any private enterprise
with respect to any matter in the exercise of his official duties.
(3) Restriction on contracting with the city.
a. Prohibited. No city employee or official shall benefit from any contract with
the city, nor solicit any contract, and shall not enter into any contract with the
city (other than an employment contract).
b. Ownership of enterprise. No private enterprise in which a city employee or
official has a legal or equitable ownership of more than ten percent (more than
one percent in the case of a corporation the stock of which is regularly traded
on an established securities market) shall enter into any contract with the city
(other than an employment contract) unless such contract was made or let after
public notice and competitive bidding.
(f) Postemployment restrictions. No person who has served as a city employee or official
shall represent or otherwise assist any private enterprise on any matter involving the
city, for a period of two years after termination of his employment or elected or
appointed status with the city, if he gave an opinion, conducted an investigation or
otherwise was directly and materially responsible for such matter in the course of his
official duties as a city employee or official, nor shall any former city employee or
official disclose confidential information gained by reason of his public position, nor
shall he otherwise use such information for personal gain or benefit.
(g) Unauthorized disclosure of confidential information. No person shall disclose any
information required to be maintained confidential by the ethics commission under
section 30-3(b), 30-73 or 30-74.
(h) Abuse of office.
(1) Political contributions. No elected city official shall agree to sponsor legislation,
or to influence in any manner the formulation or passage of legislation, in exchange
for political contributions or promises thereof.
(2) Substantial interest. No elected city official shall vote for, or promote in any
manner whatsoever, legislation affecting any subject matter in which he has a
substantial interest. Any such interest shall be disclosed by said elected official
prior to a vote on any such legislation, and said elected official shall vote "abstain"
when called upon to vote.
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(3) Use of city property. No city official or employee shall request or permit the use
of city-owned vehicles, equipment, materials, or property for personal convenience
or profit, except when such services are available to the public generally or are
provided for the use of such official or employee in the conduct of official business
as a matter of municipal policy.
(4) Personal gain. No city official or employee shall utilize the influence of his office
or position for personal pecuniary gain, or to avoid the legal consequences of his
personal conduct.
(i) Criminal sanctions.
(1) Penalties. Any person who knowingly or willfully violates any provision of this
section shall be guilty of a misdemeanor, punishable for each such violation by
imprisonment of not more than one year and by a fine as provided for in
Appendix F—Fees and Fines.
(2) Time limitations. A prosecution for a violation of this section shall be subject to
the time limitations of 11 Del. C. § 205.
(j) Contracts voidable by court action. In addition to any other penalty provided by law,
any contract entered into by any city agency in violation of this chapter shall be
voidable by the city agency; provided that in determining whether any court action
should be taken to void such a contract pursuant to this subsection, the city agency shall
consider the interests of innocent third parties who may be damaged thereby. Any court
action to void any transaction must be initiated within 30 days after the city agency
involved has, or should have, knowledge of such violation.
(k) Private gain. No city employee or official shall use his public office to secure
unwarranted privileges, private advancement or gain.
(l) Confidential information; prohibited activity. No city employee or official shall engage
in any activity beyond the scope of his public position which might reasonably be
expected to require or induce him to disclose confidential information acquired by him
by reason of his public position.
(m) Disclosure of information. No city employee or official shall, beyond the scope of his
public position, disclose confidential information gained by reason of his public
position, nor shall he otherwise use such information for personal gain or benefit
(n) Ex parte communications . No official or employee shall encourage, make or accept
any ex parte or other unilateral application or communication that excludes the interests
of other parties in a matter under consideration when such application or
communication is designed to influence official decision or conduct of the official or
other officials, employees or agencies in order to obtain a more favored treatment or
special consideration to advance the personal or private interests of himself or herself or
others. The purpose of this provision is to guarantee that all interested parties to any
matter shall have equal opportunity to express and represent their interests.
Any written ex parte communication received by an official or employee in matters
where all interested parties should have equal opportunity for a hearing shall be made
part of the record by the recipient.
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Any oral ex parte communication received under such conditions should be written
down in substance by the recipient and also made a part of the record.
A communication concerning only the status of a pending matter is not regarded as an
ex parte communication.
(o) Sexual favors. No city employee or official, in the course of his public responsibilities,
shall use the granting of sexual favors as a condition, either explicit or implicit, for an
individual's favorable treatment by that person or a city agency.
ARTICLE III. - ETHICS COMMISSION
Sec. 30-71. - Established; composition; removal; terms of office; vacancies; chairperson;
quorum; compensation; legal counsel.
(a) Established; composition; removal. The city ethics commission is hereby established
to administer and implement this chapter. The ethics commission shall consist of five
members appointed by the mayor and confirmed by the city council. No member of the
commission shall hold any elected or appointed office under the government of the
United States or the state, county, or city. Members of the ethics commission may be
removed by the mayor, with the concurrence of the city council, for substantial neglect
of duty, gross misconduct in office or a violation of this chapter.
(b) Terms of office; vacancies. A member of the ethics commission shall be appointed for
a term of office of five years and until his successor has been appointed and has
qualified. The members shall be appointed for staggered terms of office, and until their
successors have been appointed. When a vacancy occurs in the membership of the
ethics commission, it shall be filled by appointment for the unexpired portion of the
term in the same manner as the original appointment.
(c) Chairperson; quorum. The ethics commission shall elect a chairperson from among its
membership. Three members of the ethics commission shall constitute a quorum and, if
a quorum is present, a vacancy on the ethics commission shall not impair the right of
the remaining members to exercise all the powers of the ethics commission.
Disciplinary hearings may be conducted and sanctions may be imposed only by the
affirmative action of at least three members; otherwise, the ethics commission may
delegate authority to the chairperson to act for the ethics commission between meetings.
(d) Compensation. Members of the ethics commission shall receive no compensation.
(e) Legal counsel. The city solicitor shall provide legal counsel to the ethics commission
and shall be the legal representative of the ethics commission in connection with its
duties hereunder, on a case-by-case basis, or determine that outside counsel is needed
and obtain such outside counsel for a particular matter.
Sec. 30-72. - Powers and duties.
(a) The powers and duties of the ethics commission shall be:
(1) Standards of ethical conduct. To recommend to the mayor and council, from time
to time, such rules of conduct for public employees and officials as it shall deem
appropriate.
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(2) Advisory opinions. To issue written advisory opinions, upon the request of any
city employee or official, as to the applicability of this chapter to any particular
factual situation.
(3) Referrals to solicitor. To refer to the city solicitor for investigation any alleged
violation of this chapter and, after notice and hearing, to recommend such
disciplinary action as it may deem appropriate to such appropriate official or
agency as the ethics commission shall determine, or to take such other disciplinary
action as authorized by section 30-73(o) or other provisions of the city Charter or
this Code. The ethics commission may dismiss, without reference to the city
solicitor, any complaint which the ethics commission determines is frivolous or
fails to state a violation.
(4) Report of crimes. To report to the appropriate federal, state or city authorities any
substantial evidence of a violation of any criminal law which may come to its
attention in connection with any proceeding, whether advisory or disciplinary.
(5) Records. To maintain a file of its proceedings, waiver decisions and advisory
opinions with a view toward achieving consistency of opinions and
recommendations subject to the confidentiality requirements of sections 30-74 and
30-73(s).
(6) Procedures. To follow the procedural rules specified in section 30-73 and to
establish such other procedural rules as shall be consistent with the rules prescribed
therein.
(7) Witnesses, evidence. To subpoena witnesses, compel their attendance and
testimony, administer oaths and affirmations, take evidence and require, by
subpoena, the production of books, papers, records or other evidence needed for the
performance of the ethics commission's duties or exercise of its powers.
(8) Assistance to city personnel. To provide assistance to any city employee, official
or agency in administering the provisions of this chapter.
(9) Provide information. To prepare any necessary reports and studies to advance the
purpose of this chapter, to provide any necessary materials explaining the duties of
individuals covered by this chapter, and to supply instructions and public
information materials to facilitate compliance with, and enforcement of, this
chapter.
(10) Request city agencies for assistance. To request appropriate city agencies to
provide such professional assistance as it may require in the discharge of its duties.
Sec. 30-73. - Rules of procedure; complaints; hearings; dispositions.
(a) Any person, either personally or on behalf of an organization or governmental body,
may file a sworn complaint for the ethics commission with the city clerk. The complaint
must be in writing, be signed, and show the address of the person who submitted it. The
complaint must state that, to the best of the person's knowledge, information, and belief
formed after reasonable reflection, the information in the complaint is true. The
complaint must describe the facts that constitute the violation of the standards of ethical
conduct in sufficient detail so that the ethics commission and the person who is the
subject of the complaint can reasonably be expected to understand the nature of any
offense that is being alleged. The commission may request any additional information
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deemed necessary to screen the complaint or to render a decision. No complaints shall
be accepted or considered which relate to actions that took place more than one year
prior to the date of filing. The individual filing the sworn complaint has 60 days from
the date that the issue is brought to his or her attention to file a complaint.
(b) After the sworn complaint has been filed, none of the parties or their representatives
may communicate on an ex parte basis with any commission members pertaining to the
complaint. All communications pertaining to the complaint shall be submitted to the
city clerk.
(c) Within seven days of receiving a sworn complaint the city clerk shall send copies of
the complaint to each member of the ethics commission, the city solicitor, and the
official or officials against whom such complaint has been filed. Hereinafter, the
complaining party shall be referred to as the "complainant" and the official against
whom a complaint has been lodged shall be referred to as the "respondent."
(d) The commission recognizes that distribution to the public of a sworn complaint prior
to screening by the commission as required below could harm the reputation of an
innocent person and is contrary to the public interest; therefore, the public release of the
complaint is prohibited until the screening process has been completed. The
commission shall consult in confidence to screen the complaint within 14 days of
receiving the complaint. The commission may immediately dismiss a complaint if:
(1) It has no jurisdiction; or
(2) The alleged violation, if true, would not constitute a violation of the standards of
ethical conduct; or
(3) The alleged violation is a minor or de minimis violation; or
(4) The complaint is, on its face, frivolous, groundless, or brought for purposes of
harassment; or
(5) The matter has become moot because the person who is the subject of the
complaint is no longer an officer, official or employee; or
(6) The respondent had obtained an advisory opinion under section 30-74(c)
permitting the conduct; or
(7) The appointing authority of the respondent has already taken action as a result of
finding a violation and the commission believes the action was appropriate.
(e) In issues regarding standards of ethical conduct violations, the enforcement process is
intended to be corrective rather than remedial unless the violation is a repeated offense.
In the event the ethics commission determines a standards of ethical conduct violation
has occurred, and it is minor in nature, with the concurrence of the complainant and the
subject of the sworn complaint, the commission may dispense with the hearing process
and conduct a more informal mediation process in lieu of a hearing.
(f) If the sworn complaint is not dismissed or otherwise resolved pursuant to subsection
30-73(d), the city clerk shall promptly contact the members of the ethics commission,
the city solicitor, the complainant, and the respondent in order to ascertain a date and
time when a hearing can be convened on such complaint. As soon as a date and time
have been agreed upon for a hearing before the ethics commission, the city clerk shall
send written notice of such scheduling and a copy of the rules of procedure to the
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complainant and to the respondent. No copies of the complaint shall be provided to any
other parties before the respondent receives the complaint. The city solicitor shall be the
prosecuting attorney in all disciplinary proceedings before the ethics commission. In
any such investigation or proceeding, a defendant shall be given an opportunity to be
heard after notice, to be advised and assisted by legal counsel, to produce witnesses and
offer evidence, and to cross examine witnesses. A transcript of any such proceeding
shall be made and retained, subject to the confidentiality requirements of this chapter.
(g) The commission may dismiss a complaint if the complainant does not appear at the
hearing and if, in the opinion of the commission, it would be unfair to the respondent
not to have the opportunity to examine the complainant.
(h) As promptly as possible after the close of the hearing, the commission shall deliberate
to determine if the allegations have been proven by clear and convincing evidence. Only
ethics commission members who have been present for the hearing may participate in
the deliberations, and any findings and recommendations must be adopted by a majority
of the commission. The commission may consider, when making findings and
recommendations, the severity of the offense, the presence or absence of any intention
to conceal, deceive, or mislead, whether the violation was deliberate, negligent or
inadvertent, and whether the incident was isolated or part of a pattern.
(i) Within seven days of the conclusion of deliberations, the commission shall issue an
order setting forth its findings and recommendations. In the alternative, the commission
where it deems it appropriate, may issue an advisory opinion in lieu of making findings
and recommendations.
(j) If the respondent is an employee, the commission may, if it determines corrective
action is necessary, notify the city manager or the council president and recommend that
action be taken, including discipline.
(k) If the respondent is a city official, the commission may propose actions to the city
council that are appropriate to the finding as specified in section 30-73(o).
(l) The commission shall send a written copy of its findings and recommendations to the
respondent and the complainant.
(m) Proceeding relating to member. A member of the ethics commission shall be
ineligible to participate, as a member of the ethics commission, in any ethics
commission proceeding relating to his conduct. A member of the ethics commission
who has been found by the ethics commission to have violated this chapter shall be
ineligible to serve again as a member of the ethics commission.
(n) Self-disqualification. A member of the ethics commission may disqualify himself
from participating in any investigation of the conduct of any person upon submission, in
writing and under oath, of an affidavit or disqualification stating that he cannot render
an impartial and unbiased decision in the case in which he seeks to disqualify himself.
(o) Actions by ethics commission. With respect to any violation with which a person has
been charged and which the ethics commission has determined as proved, the ethics
commission may take any one or more of the following actions:
(1) Reprimand. Issue a written reprimand or censure of that person's conduct.
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(2) Discipline. With respect to a city employee, remove, suspend, demote or take
other appropriate disciplinary action with respect to that person, without regard to
any limits imposed by this chapter, but within the limits of the constitution, the
laws of the state, the Charter of the city, and ordinances and existing collective
bargaining agreements.
(3) Recommend removal. With respect to an appointed official, recommend that
appropriate action be taken to remove the official from the appointed position.
(4) Recommend fine. With respect to an elected city official, recommend that such
official be fined in an amount recommended by the ethics commission.
(p) Rights of person charged. In any proceeding before the ethics commission, upon the
request of any person charged with a violation of this chapter, such person shall be
permitted to inspect, copy or photograph books, papers, documents, photographs or
other tangible objects which will be used as evidence against that person in a
disciplinary hearing and which are material to the preparation of his defense.
(q) Exculpatory information. In any proceeding before the ethics commission, if the city
solicitor or ethics commission at any time receives any exculpatory information
concerning an alleged violation against any person, it shall forthwith make such
information available to such person.
(r) Subpoenas. Any person charged with a violation of this chapter may apply to the ethics
commission for the issuance of subpoenas for the appearance of witnesses and for the
production of documents on his behalf. The application shall be granted upon a concise
showing by such person that the proposed testimony or evidence is relevant (or is
reasonably calculated to lead to the discovery of relevant evidence) and is not otherwise
available. The application shall be denied if not made at a reasonable time or if the
testimony or evidence would be merely cumulative.
(s) Confidentiality of proceedings.
(1) City employee. All proceedings before the ethics commission relating to a
violation of this chapter by a city employee shall be maintained confidential by the
ethics commission, unless:
a. Public disclosure is requested, in writing, by the person charged; or
b. The ethics commission determines after a hearing that a violation has
occurred.
(2) City official. All proceedings before the ethics commission relating to a violation
of this chapter by a city official, appointed or elected, shall be maintained
confidential by the ethics commission, unless:
a. Public disclosure is requested, in writing, by the person charged; or
b. The ethics commission determines after a hearing that a violation has
occurred.
(t) Appeals; public inspection. Notwithstanding the confidentiality requirements of
subsections (s)(1) and (2) of this section, the ethics commission shall make available for
public inspection the record of all proceedings relating to any decision of the ethics
commission which is appealed to the superior court and the ethics commission shall
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report to appropriate federal, state and/or city authorities any substantial evidence of a
violation of any criminal law which comes to its attention in connection with any
proceeding under this chapter.
(u) Confidentiality procedures. The chairperson of the ethics commission shall, with the
approval of the ethics commission, establish such procedures as, in the chairperson's
judgment, may be necessary to prevent the disclosure of any record of any proceedings
or other information received by the ethics commission, except as permitted by this
chapter.
Sec. 30-74. - Waivers of restrictions and advisory opinions.
(a) Authority of ethics commission. Notwithstanding the provisions of section 30-20,
upon the written request of any city agency or of any individual who is or was a city
employee or city official, the ethics commission may grant a waiver to the specific
prohibitions contained therein if the ethics commission determines that the literal
application of such prohibition in a particular case is not necessary to achieve the public
purposes of this chapter or would result in an undue hardship on any employee or
official. Any such waiver may be granted only by written decision of the ethics
commission. Any person who acts in good faith reliance upon any such waiver decision
shall not be subject to discipline or other sanction hereunder with respect to the matters
covered by the waiver decision, provided there was a full disclosure to the ethics
commission of all material facts necessary for the waiver decision.
(b) Waiver information confidential; exceptions. Any application for a waiver, any
proceeding and any decision with respect thereto shall be maintained confidential by the
ethics commission, provided that:
(1) Applicant's request. Public disclosure shall be made by the ethics commission
upon the written request of the applicant;
(2) Violations. The ethics commission may make such public disclosure as it
determines is required in connection with the prosecution of any violation of this
chapter;
(3) Evidence of crime. The ethics commission shall report to appropriate federal,
state and/or city authorities substantial evidence of any criminal violation which
may come to its attention; and
(4) Public record. In the event that a waiver is granted, the waiver decision and the
record of all proceedings relating thereto shall be open to public inspection.
(c) Advisory opinion authorized. Upon the written request of any city employee or
official, the ethics commission may issue an advisory opinion as to the applicability of
this chapter to any particular fact or situation. Any person who acts in good faith
reliance upon any such advisory opinion shall not be subject to discipline or other
sanction hereunder with respect to the matters covered by the advisory opinion,
provided there was a full disclosure to the ethics commission of all material facts
necessary for the advisory opinion.
(d) Advisory opinion confidential; exceptions. Any application for an advisory opinion,
any proceeding and any decision with respect thereto shall be maintained confidential
by the ethics commission, provided that:
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(1) Applicant's request. Public disclosure shall be made by the ethics commission
upon the written request of the applicant;
(2) Violations. The ethics commission may make such public disclosure as it
determines is required in connection with the prosecution of any violation of this
article; and
(3) Evidence of crime. The ethics commission shall report to appropriate federal,
state and/or city authorities substantial evidence of any criminal violation which
may come to its attention.
Sec. 30-75. - Judicial review.
In the event that the ethics commission finds that any person has violated any provision of
this chapter, said person shall have a right of appeal to the superior court of any such finding, and
of any sanctions imposed with respect thereto, by filing a notice of appeal with the superior court
within 30 days of the final action by the ethics commission in a particular case. The appeal shall
be on the record without a trial de novo. If the court determines that the record is insufficient for
its review, it shall remand the case to the ethics commission for further proceedings on the
record. The court's review, in the absence of actual fraud, shall be limited to a determination of
whether the ethics commission's decision was supported by substantial evidence on the record.
The burden of proof in any such appeal shall be on the appellant.
(Ord. No. 2017-14 , 12-11-2017)
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APPENDIX B
INVITATION TO BID AND REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL PROCEDURES
Departments will use the chart below to determine the appropriate sealed bid method. Advance
coordination with the Purchaser is required.
Competitive Sealed Bids VS Competitive Sealed Proposals
Activity Description Competitive Sealed Bids Competitive Sealed Proposals
Specifications Specific as to End results oriented by Scope of Work.
performance/design Proposer must develop and provide solution.
Opening Public – all data available to Public – only names of proposers are read;
other bidders and the public no pricing or other data made available
Evaluation Based strictly on Technical Based on quality with multi-member Criteria
Specifications – NO material Evaluation Committee assigning weighted
changes allowed values to various parts of each proposal
Discussion None Individual discussions with each proposer to
determine understanding of proposal
requirements
Changes None Each proposer can re-submit a Best and Final
Offer that might change the solution and the
price
Award Lowest Responsive and Best Value Proposal – not necessarily the
Responsible Bidder lowest price
I. COMPETITIVE SEALED BIDS
A. Preparing Specifications
The department requesting the purchases through Central Services will prepare the
complete specifications, with the assistance of the Purchaser (if requested) and submit
them to Central Services.
All specifications shall be written in such a manner as to describe the requirements to be
met, without having the effect of exclusively requiring a proprietary supply, service, or
construction item, or procurement from a sole source, unless no other manner of
description will suffice.
Where a brand name or equal specification is used in a solicitation, the solicitation shall
contain explanatory language that the use of a brand name is for describing the standard
of quality, performance, and characteristics desired and is not intended to limit or restrict
competition.
It is the general policy of the City to procure standard commercial products whenever
practicable. In developing specifications, accepted commercial standards shall be used
and unique requirements shall be avoided, to the extent practicable.
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B. If only one responsive bid is received in response to an invitation to bid or request for
proposal, an award may be made to the single bidder if the Department Director having
operational authority over the funds to be expended determines that the price submitted is
fair and reasonable, and that either other prospective bidders had reasonable opportunity
to respond, or there is not adequate time for resolicitiation. Otherwise the bid/proposal
may be rejected and new bids or offers may be solicited or the proposed procurement
may be cancelled.
C. Bids are to be delivered to the Central Services, 710 William Street, Dover, Delaware
19904. They will be opened in the presence of the Purchaser or her/his designee. All
bids shall become public record and shall be available for public inspection after it has
been determined that there is no proprietary information within the bids. Copies of bids
will not be provided to competing vendors. The documents related to the bids and award
of the contracts shall be retained for a minimum of three years for unaccepted bids and
five years for accepted bids by the Central Service Department. After this period, they
may be destroyed by the Central Services Department following the internal guidelines in
place by the City Clerk’s Office and the State Bureau of Archives Retention Schedule.
D. For materials, supplies, equipment, and construction work, the department requesting the
quotations will supply Central Services with clear bid specifications. Such specifications
should rigorously meet the need of the City of Dover, but not be so all inclusive as to
effectively eliminate all but one vendor.
E. The City reserves the right to pre-qualify bidders. This pre-qualification does not prohibit
the City from determining, in its sole opinion, the most suitable bid for the product or
projects.
F. For purchases $25,000 and greater, vendor references may be checked. This will be done to
verify the bidder's ability to perform the contract requirements, the quality of work and the
ability to meet obligations in case of non-fulfillment of the contract.
G. The bid notice prepared by Central Services shall provide the specifications or details of
how vendors can obtain specifications. The bid notice shall also specify the closing date,
time and place for receiving the bids, opening of the bids, where potential bidders may
obtain contract documents, and the fee for each contract. A fee in an amount capable of
recovering the cost of preparation of the specifications may be charged when specifications
are picked up by the vendor.
H. A bid bond or certified check in the amount equivalent to ten percent (10%) of the bid
amount should be required with each bid for construction work, materials, supplies, or
equipment over $25,000. The requirement for a bid bond may be waived by the Central
Services Purchaser and Department Head when the bid is for items being purchased for
stock. A bid bond may be required by the requesting department regardless of the dollar
value of the bid. Acceptable bid security shall be limited to a bid bond in a form satisfactory
to the City underwritten by a company licensed to issue bid bonds in this state or a bank
certified check. If a bid does not comply with security requirements, it shall be rejected as
being non-responsive. The required bid bond shall be in substantially the format as
identified in APPENDIX C.
The check or bid bond of the bidder to whom the contract is awarded will be forfeited to the
City of Dover as liquidated damages in case the contract and performance bond are not
executed within fifteen days after receiving official notification of award.
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J. A performance bond shall be required from the successful bidder for a construction contract.
Such a bond shall be for the full amount of the contract. If the contractor fails to provide
such a bond or a binder within fifteen days of the award of the contract, the award of the
contract or the contract shall be void. The required performance bond shall be in
substantially the format as identified in APPENDIX D.
Other insurance or bonds as required by State and/or Federal laws shall be furnished by the
contractor. The amounts and the types of the bonds and insurance required shall be
disclosed in the bid specifications. The bond shall be released by the City of Dover upon
successful completion of the contract and upon a detailed inspection of the contracted work.
K. The City of Dover shall have the right to reject any or all bids if deemed to be in the best
interest of the City.
L. All bids submitted to the City of Dover shall be such as to comply with the applicable local,
state and federal requirements.
II. COMPETITIVE SEALED PROPOSALS
Evaluation of proposals must adhere to the following guidelines:
a. Determine what proposals are acceptable and unacceptable
b. A determination that a proposal is unacceptable shall be in writing, state the basis for the
determination and be retained in the procurement file
c. The offeror shall not be afforded an opportunity to modify its offer
Negotiation with individual offerors
a. The department can negotiate with individual offerors after their proposals are opened.
b. Formalized procedures should be established and consistently applied to each offer
c. Disclosure of one offerors price to another is prohibited
d. The department must send a written request for best and final offers setting forth the date,
time, and place for submission of best and final offers
e. The department must inform the offerors that if they do not submit a notice of withdrawal or
a best and final offer, their immediate previous offer will be construed as their best and final
Final Award
a. The contract shall be awarded within 90 days of the closing date
b. The department shall award a contract to the offeror whose proposal is determined in
writing to be most advantageous to the City
c. The determination shall explain the basis of the award
d. Central Services shall notify each unsuccessful offeror in writing of the award
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APPENDIX C
SAMPLE BID BOND
Bond No. _________________
KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS, that we,
as Principal, hereinafter called the Principal and [Bonding Company] (hereinafter called the "Surety"), a corporation
duly authorized to transact business in and having its principal office at
_______________________, are held and firmly bound unto the City of Dover, for the sum of
_____________Dollars ($ ), for payment of which sum well and truly to be made, the said
Principal and said Surety bind ourselves, our heirs, executors, administrators, successors and assigns, jointly and
severally, firmly by these presents.
WHEREAS, the Principal has submitted a bid for [Identify project by number and brief description].
NOW, THEREFORE, if the City of Dover shall accept the bid of the Principal and the Principal shall enter into a
Contract with the City of Dover in accordance with the terms of such bid, and give such bond or bonds as may be
specified in the bidding or Contract Documents with good and sufficient surety for the faithful performance of such
Contract and for the prompt payment of labor and material furnished in the prosecution thereof, or in the event of the
failure of the Principal to enter such Contract and give such bond or bonds, if the Principal shall pay to the City of
Dover the difference not to exceed the penalty hereof between the amount specified in said bid and such larger
amount for which the City of Dover may in good faith contract with another party to perform work covered by said
bid or an appropriate liquidated amount as specified in the Invitation for Bids then this obligation shall be null and
void, otherwise to remain in full force and effect
Signed and sealed this _________ day of ____________________, 20 _______.
Witness of Attest: (Witness)
By: (Principal)
By: (Surety)
IMPORTANT: Surety Companies executing BONDS must appear on the Treasury Department's most current list
(Circular 570 as amended) and be authorized to transact business in the state where the project is located.
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APPENDIX D
SAMPLE PERFORMANCE BOND
Bond No. _________________
KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS, that [Here insert the full name and address or legal title of
the contractor] as Principal, hereinafter called Contractor, and [Bonding Company] (hereinafter called the
"Surety"), a corporation duly authorized to transact business in and having its
principal office at _______________________, are held and firmly bound unto the City of Dover, as
Obligee, in the amount of [Here insert a sum equal to the total amount of the contract price] Dollars ($ ),
for the payment whereof Contractor and Surety bind themselves, their heirs, executors, administrators,
successors and assigns, jointly and severally, firmly by these presents.
WHEREAS, Contractor has by written agreement dated ___________________, 20 _____, entered into a
contract with the City of Dover for [Describe project and insert project number] in accordance with
drawings and specifications prepared by [Here insert full name and address or legal title of Architect]
which contract is by reference made a part hereof, and is hereinafter referred to as the Contract.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CONDITION OF THIS OBLIGATION is such that, if the Contractor shall
promptly and faithfully perform said Contract then this obligation shall be null and void; otherwise it
shall remain in full force and effect. The Surety hereby waives notice of any alteration or extension of
time made by the City of Dover and its obligation is not affected by any such alteration or extension
provided the same is within the scope of the contract. Whenever the Contractor shall be, and is declared
by the City of Dover to be in default under the Contract, the City of Dover having performed the City of
Dover’s obligations thereunder, the Surety may promptly remedy the default or shall promptly:
1) Complete the Contract in accordance with its terms and conditions; or
2) Obtain a bid or bids for completing the Contract in accordance with its terms and conditions, and
upon determination by the City of Dover and the Surety jointly of the lowest responsive,
responsible bidder, arrange for a contract between such bidder and the City of Dover, and make
available as work progresses sufficient funds to pay the cost of completion less the balance of the
contract price; but not exceeding, including other costs and damages for which the Surety may be
liable hereunder the amount set forth in the first paragraph hereof. The term “balance of the
contract price,” as used in this paragraph, shall mean the total amount payable by the City of
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Dover to the Contractor under the Contract and any amendments thereto, less the amount
properly paid by the City of Dover to the Contractor. No right of action shall accrue on this bond
to or for the use of any person or corporation other than the City of Dover or successors of the
City of Dover.
Signed and sealed this _________ day of ____________________, 20 _______.
Witness of Attest: (Witness)
By: (Principal)
By: __ (Surety)
IMPORTANT: Surety Companies executing BONDS must appear on the Treasury Department's most
current list (Circular 570 as amended) and be authorized to transact business in the state where the project
is located.
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APPENDIX E
GLOSSARY
“Addendum” An addition or supplement to a document, for example, items or information
added to a procurement document.
“Award” The presentation, after careful consideration, of a purchase agreement or contract to
the selected bidder or offeror.
“Best and Final Offer” In competitive negotiation, the final proposal submitted after
negotiations are completed that contains the vendor’s most favorable terms for price and services
or products to be delivered.
“Best Value” An assessment of the return that can be achieved based on the total Life Cycle
Cost of the item; can include an assessment of the functionality of the item; can use cost/benefit
analysis to define the best combinations of quality, services, time, and cost considerations over
the useful life of the acquired item.
“Bid” An offer submitted by a prospective vendor in response to an invitation to bid issued by a
purchasing authority; becomes a contract upon acceptance by the buyer.
“Bid Bond” An insurance agreement, accompanied by a monetary commitment, by which a
third party (the Surety) accepts liability and guarantees that the bidder will not withdraw the bid,
the bidder will furnish bonds as required, and if the contract is awarded to the bonded (insured)
bidder, the bidder will accept the contract as bid, or else the surety will pay a specific amount.
“Bid Protest” A formal complaint made against the methods employed or decisions made by a
procurement authority in the process leading to the award of a contract.
“Brand Name or Equal Specification” A specification using one or more manufacturers’ brand
names, with identifying model numbers, to describe the standards of quality, performance or
other characteristics needed to meet the requirements of a solicitation, and which invites bids for
equivalent products from any manufacturer.
“Brand Name Specification” A specification using one or more manufacturers’ brand names,
with identifying model numbers, to describe the acceptable items; all other items will be
excluded.
“Buyer” 1: A purchaser can refer to the buying agency or government. 2: A worker in a
procurement office who is appointed to purchase a specific range of goods or services on a
routine basis, usually under the supervision of a section head or purchasing manager.
“Capital Asset” An asset with a life of more than one year, either tangible or intangible, with a
value above a certain minimum amount set by the jurisdiction. For the City, this amount is
$4,999.
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“Certain Professional Services” means those services within the scope of the practice of
architecture, professional engineering, professional land surveying, landscape architecture and
geology.
“Change Order” A written alteration to a contract or purchase order, signed by the purchasing
authority.
“Clarification” A communication with an offeror for the sole purpose of eliminating minor
irregularities or apparent clerical mistakes in a proposal; may be initiated by either offeror or
purchaser; does not give the offeror an opportunity to revise or modify its proposal, except to the
extent the correction of apparent clerical mistakes results in revision.
“Combination Specification” Has the features of both design specifications and performance
specifications.
“Commodity” Any moveable, tangible article of trade or commerce.
“Commodity Code” A system of words or numbers designed to identify and list commodities or
services by classes or sub-classes. For the City, the commodity code is the first three numbers of
stock code and the sub-commodity is the second three numbers of the stock code. A list can be
printed from HTE.
“Competitive Sealed Bidding” Preferred method of acquiring goods, services, and construction
for public use in which the award is made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, based
solely on the response to the criteria set forth in the invitation to bid; does not include
discussions or negotiations with bidders. Also called formal bid and formal advertised bid.
“Contract” 1: A legally binding promise, enforceable by law. 2: An agreement between parties,
with binding legal and moral force, usually exchanging goods or services for money or other
consideration. 3: All types of agreements, regardless of what they may be called, for the
procurement or disposal of supplies, services, or construction.
“Contract Modification” Any written alteration in specifications, delivery point, rate of
delivery, period of performance, price, quantity, or other provision of any contract, accomplished
by mutual action of parties to the contract.
“Depreciation” 1: A decrease in value because of use, time, deterioration, inadequacy or
obsolescence. 2: An accounting recognition of loss of value of a fixed asset.
“Designee” A duly authorized representative.
“Design Specification” A specification establishing the characteristics an item must possess,
including enough detail to show how it is to be manufactured.
“Economic Order Quantity (EOQ)” A quantity providing the lowest acquisition, inventory
costs at a minimum cost per unit.
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“Emergency Purchase” A purchase made to alleviate a situation in which there is a threat to
health, welfare, or safety under certain conditions defined as an emergency by the jurisdiction,
that does not allow time for normal, competitive purchasing procedures.
“F.O.B. Destination” Title changes hands from vendor to purchaser at the destination of the
shipment; Vendor owns goods in transit and files any claims. Payment of freight charges is
determined by contract terms.
“Functional Specification” A specification setting forth the results required from the supply or
service.
“Indemnify” 1: To protect against hurt or loss, to exempt from incurred penalties or liabilities.
2: To compensate or pay for damage.
“Informal Bid” A competitive bid or price quotation for supplies or services that is conveyed by
letter, telephone, or other means and does not require a sealed bid, public opening, or public
reading of the bids. See request for quotation.
“Invitation to Bid” A formal request to prospective vendors soliciting price quotations or bids;
contains, or incorporates by reference, the specifications or scope of work and all contractual
terms and conditions.
“May” Denotes the permissive in a contract clause or specification.
“Non-responsible Bid” A bid from a vendor who does not have the capability to perform fully
the contract requirements, or who does not have the integrity and reliability to assure
performance.
“Non-responsive Bid” A bid that does not conform to the mandatory or essential requirements
of the invitation to bid.
“Open Market Purchase” A purchase, usually of a limited monetary amount, from any
available source.
“Performance Bond” A bond executed after award by a successful bidder, to protect the buyer
from loss due to the bidder’s inability to complete the contract as agreed; Secures the fulfillment
of all contract requirements.
“Performance Specification” A specification setting forth the capabilities and performance
characteristics the article must satisfy.
“Pre-bid Conference” A meeting held with prospective bidders prior to solicitation of bids, to
clarify any ambiguities, answer bidder questions, and ensure all bidders have a common basis of
understanding regarding the supplies or services required.
“Pre-proposal Conference” Same as a pre-bid conference, but for competitive proposals.
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“Prequalification of Bidders” The screening of potential vendors in which such factors as
financial capability, reputation, and management are considered to develop a list of qualified
vendors.
“Procurement” 1: Purchasing, renting, leasing, or otherwise acquiring any supplies, services, or
construction; includes all functions that pertain to the acquisition, including description of
requirements, selection and solicitation of sources, preparation and award of contract, and all
phases of contract administration. 2: The combined functions of purchasing, inventory control,
traffic and transportation, receiving, receiving inspection, storekeeping, and salvage and disposal
operations.
“Professional Services” Services rendered by members of a recognized profession or possessing
a special skill. Such services are generally acquired to obtain information, advice, training, or
direct assistance (i.e. architectural & engineering services).
“Public Works and Utilities Contract” means any contract for the construction, reconstruction,
alteration or repair of any public building, road, street, highway, utility system or other public
improvement, the cost of which will be paid with public funds.
“Reasonable Cost” A cost that by its nature or amount does not exceed what would normally be
incurred by an ordinarily prudent person in the conduct of competitive business.
“Request for Proposal” All documents, whether attached or incorporated by reference, utilized
for soliciting competitive proposals.
“Request for Quotation” An informal solicitation or request for information, where oral or
written quotes are obtained from vendors, without formal advertising or receipt of sealed bids.
Used only where statutes do not require formal sealed bids, such as small or emergency
purchases, but price competition is desired.
“Responsible Bidder or Offeror” A bidder or offeror who has the capability in all respects to
perform fully the contract requirements, and the experience, integrity, perseverance, reliability,
capacity, facilities, equipment, and credit which will assure good faith performance.
“Responsive Bidder or Offeror” A bidder or offeror who has submitted a bid which conforms
in all material respects to the requirements stated in the Invitation to Bid.
“Restrictive Specification” Specification that unnecessarily limits competition by eliminating
items capable of satisfactorily meeting actual needs, often by requiring features which exceed the
minimum acceptable characteristics required for satisfactory performance.
“Shall” Denotes an imperative in contract clauses or specifications.
“Small Purchase” Any procurement not exceeding a given upper monetary limit, as established
by law or regulation.
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“Single Source Procurement” A contract for the purchase of goods and services entered after
soliciting and negotiating only with one source, usually because of the technology required or
uniqueness of the service provided.
“Sole Source Procurement” Only one vendor/manufacturer possesses the unique and singularly
available capability to meet the requirement of the solicitation, such as technical qualifications,
ability to deliver at a time, or services from a public utility.
“Specification” A description of the physical or functional characteristics, or the nature of a
supply, service, or construction item; the requirements to be satisfied by a product, material, or
process indicating, if appropriate, the procedures to determine whether the requirements are
satisfied. See Brand Name Specification, Brand Name or Equal Specification, Combination
Specification, Design Specification, Performance Specification, Restrictive Specification,
Standard Specification.
“Standard Specification” A specification that is to be used for all or most purchases of an item;
describes all required physical and functional characteristics of a good, service or construction.
“Statement of Work” A detailed description of the work which the purchasing jurisdiction
wants the contractor to perform.
“Term Contract” A contract in which a source of supply is established for a specified period for
specified services or supplies; Usually characterized by an estimated or definite minimum
quantity, with the possibility of additional requirements beyond the minimum, all at a
predetermined unit price.
Source of Definitions: Dictionary of Purchasing Terms published by the National Institute of
Governmental Purchasing.
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APPENDIX F
CITY OF DOVER QUOTATION WORKSHEET
(To be used for purchases between $5,000.00 and $24,999.99)
Department: ___________________________ Division: _________________________
Department Contact (Name & number): _______________________________________
Item/Service: ____________________________________________________________
Estimated Dollar Value: ___________________________________________________
Account Code: _________________________________ Project Code: ______________
Vendors (At least three vendors must be used. Include at least one minority or women owned
vendor, if available. Use of more than one minority or women owned vendor is encouraged):
1. Go to https://gss.omb.delaware.gov/osd/index.shtml.
2. Click on “Directory of Certified Businesses” button.
3. Select “Minority Business Enterprise” and/or “Women Business Enterprise” links.
4. Search by keyword i.e. Electrician, Construction, Furniture
List keyword(s) used: ______________________________________________
5. Each company displayed will have its assigned NAICS code listed.
List NAICS Code(s) used: __________________________________________
6. Refine search by NAICS Code if necessary.
7. Were Vendors Found: YES NO If so, how many: __________________
Vendor 1: _______________________________________________________Minority
Vendor 2: _______________________________________________________Minority
Vendor 3: _______________________________________________________Minority
If more than three vendors are used, list them on the reverse of this form.
Date sent out for quotes: __________________________
Date due back: _________________________
Date of award: _____________________
Vendor receiving the award: ________________________________________________
Was the 3% minority vendor preference applied in the evaluation? YES NO
Was this a minority vendor? YES NO
Total dollar amount of purchase or estimated total contract value: $_________________
Purchase Order produced: YES NO PO Number: ________________________
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Additional vendors used for this purchase
Vendor 4: _______________________________________________________Minority
Vendor 5: _______________________________________________________Minority
Vendor 6: _______________________________________________________Minority
Vendor 7: _______________________________________________________Minority
Vendor 8: _______________________________________________________Minority
Vendor 9: _______________________________________________________Minority
Vendor 10: ______________________________________________________Minority
Send completed form to the Procurement Office in Central Services.
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PETITION TO AMEND ZONING DISTRICT
Public Hearing before the Dover City Council
November 13, 2018
Recommendation from Planning Commission Meeting of October 15, 2018
with Staff and Development Advisory Committee Review
Applicants/Owners: Lands of Hansen White Oak Partners, LLC (Jeff Hansen)
Equitable Owner: L&S Davis Properties, Inc. (Sylvia Davis)
Address: 951 White Oak Road, Dover, DE
Location: North side of White Oak Road and east of Halsey Road
Tax Parcel: ED-05-068.14-05-85.00-000
Size: 1.1152 acres
Present Use: Vacant land
Proposed Use: Public Assembly
Comprehensive
Plan Designation: Office and Office Parks
Present Zoning: CPO (Commercial Professional Office Zone)
Proposed Zoning: IO (Institutional and Office Zone)
Reason for Request: Request for Rezoning of property to allow for future development
of a building for public assembly
File Number: Z-18-02
Ordinance Number: 2018-10
Planning Commission
Recommendation: In a public hearing on October 15, 2018, four members of the
public spoke regarding the application and a Petition of Opposition
was submitted. The Application Rezoning request was represented
by a Realtor and the equitable owner. Regarding the motion to
recommend approval of the rezoning from CPO to IO, the
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Recommendation Report to City Council: Planning Commission of October 15, 2018
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Planning Commission to voted 3-4 (three in favor and four
opposed with two members absent); thus, the motion failed. (Draft
Meeting Minutes attached.)
Overview
This rezoning application consists of one parcel of land totaling 1.125 +/- acres located on the
north side of White Oak Road and east of Halsey Road. The property area is zoned CPO
(Commercial Professional Office Zone). The proposed zoning is IO (Institutional and Office
Zone). The owner of record is Hansen White Oak Partners, LLC; the equitable owner is L&S
Davis Properties Inc. Property Address: 951 White Oak Road. Tax Parcel: ED-05-068.14-05-
85.00-000.
Existing Property:
The subject property area consists a vacant parcel of land with frontage on White Oak Road and
adjacent to Halsey Road Ext. The applicant is seeking rezoning to allow for future development
of the property. The redevelopment of the site will be subject to a separate application
submission.
Surrounding Land Uses:
The land adjacent to the site to the east is a neighborhood of single-family detached homes,
zoned R-8 (One-Family Residence Zone) in the White Oak Farms subdivision. Just north of the
site on Halsey Road is a condominium complex (apartment style-units) known as the White Oak
Condominiums, zoned RG-2 (General Residence Zone). West of Halsey Road Ext. is a shopping
center known as the Centre at Dover consisting of several multi-tenant buildings of various
retailers; it is zoned SC-2 (Community Shopping Center Development Zone).
Previous Application
Previously, Rezoning Application Z-06-09 Lands of Leon & Dorothy Hansen to rezone the
property at 951 White Oak Road from CPO (Commercial Professional Office) to IO
(Institutional and Office Zone) was recommended for approval by the Planning Commission on
August 21, 2006 with the final approval of the rezoning from C-PO to IO by the City Council on
September 11, 2006. At the time, the Zoning Ordinance including provisions related to
reconsideration of Rezoning applications if no development activity occurred. With Z-06-09, the
request for extension of the rezoning approval was denied by City Council on September 24,
2007; therefore, consideration of the rezoning back to the previous zoning classification had to
occur. At the Planning Commission meeting of June 16, 2008, they recommended approval to
revert the zoning of the property at 951 White Oak Road back to CPO from IO. Then the City
Council held public hearing on Monday, July 14, 2008 to consider this rezoning and as a result
City Council approved the zoning for the property back to CPO.
Comprehensive Plan:
The 2008 Comprehensive Plan depicts the subject area with the Office and Office Parks land use
classification on Map 12-1: Land Development Plan Map. Table 12-1: Land Use and Zoning
Matrix specifies that the following zones are compatible with this land use classification:
- C-PO (Commercial and Professional Office)
- IO (Institutional and Office)
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- IPM (Industrial Park Manufacturing)
- RGO (General Residence and Office)
Request for IO (Institutional and Office Zone)
The types of permitted uses in the IO Zone are given Article 3 §10 of the Zoning Ordinance. The
permitted uses include the following:
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.
(f) 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.
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.
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Recommendation of the Planning Staff:
This request is to rezone land from C-PO (Commercial/Professional Office Zone) to IO
(Institutional and Office Zone). The primary difference in uses permitted is that the IO
(Institutional and Office Zone) allows for public and institutional uses and there are additional
uses that can be considered through a Conditional Use process. Additionally, the C-PO
(Commercial/Professional Office Zone) allows for a maximum building height of 3 stories or 45
feet and a floor area ratio of 2.0 and a maximum lot coverage of 75%, while the IO (Institutional
and Office Zone) allows for a building height of 10 stories or 150 feet and a floor area ratio of
4.0 and a maximum lot coverage of 85%. While there may be some concerns about the height
allowances in the IO (Institutional and Office Zone), the floor area ratio and lot coverage
maximums should preclude a structure from being erected that would be so large as to be out of
character with the surrounding area. Additionally, the Zoning Ordinance contains provisions for
buffering including landscaping when non-residential uses are adjacent to residential uses.
Staff recommends that the rezoning for IO (Institutional and Office Zone) be granted as
requested, as the proposed zoning is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan for the Office and
Office Parks land use classification.
Recommendation of the Planning Commission:
At the Planning Commission Meeting of October 15, 2018, the application was represented by
Mr. Phil McGinnis of McGinnis Commercial Real Estate Company and Ms. Sylvia Davis of
L&S Davis Properties. During the Public Hearing, four members of the public spoke regarding
the proposed rezoning and a Petition of Opposition was submitted. The Petition of Opposition
included 64 signatures; see Analysis of Petition for more information.
Regarding the motion to recommend approval of the rezoning from CPO to IO, the Planning
Commission voted 3-4 (three in favor of rezoning and four opposed with two members absent);
thus, the motion failed. See Motion and vote details below:
Mr. Holden moved to recommend approval to City Council for Z-18-02 Lands of Hansen
White Oak Partners, LLC at 951 White Oak Road, seconded by Mr. Holt and the motion
failed by a 3-4 by roll call vote. Mr. Holden voting yes; due to Staff comments and
compliance with the City’s Comprehensive Plan. Ms. Edwards voting no; due to the
outpouring of the residential concern. Mr. Holt voting yes; and throw the ball back to
City Council to see what happens. Mr. Baldwin voting no. Dr. Jones voting no. Ms.
Maucher voting no; this is a permanent zoning change and as expressed that should this
project not go forward something else could come in. Mr. Tolbert voting yes; he agrees
with the motion as it was stated. The only thing that they are dealing with here is the
rezoning. Even if it’s not rezoned, they have no guarantee that something won’t go up in
that area that may hinder traffic and all of that as it stands now. The issue is not over; it
has to go before City Council and there are issues with DelDOT regarding traffic
concerns. There is a lot to be done and voting for the motion is not a problem at this time
for him.
See also the included excerpt of the DRAFT Meeting Minutes of the October 15, 2018 Planning
Commission meeting. The comments received from the other member agencies of the
Development Advisory Committee (D.A.C.) are also provided.
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Recommendation Report to City Council: Planning Commission of October 15, 2018
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ADVISORY COMMENTS TO THE APPLICANT:
1) The applicant shall be aware that approval of any rezoning application does not represent Site
Development Plan or Record Plan approval. A separate Site Development Plan must be
submitted and approved if redevelopment activities are proposed on the property.
2) The applicant shall be aware that approval of any rezoning application does not represent a
Building Permit or other construction activity permit approval. A separate application
submission is required before issuance of permits by the City of Dover.
3) All businesses operating in the City of Dover are required to obtain a City of Dover Business
Licenses from the Licensing and Permitting Division located in City Hall. Certain types of
uses also require a Public Occupancy permit.
Attachments:
• Excerpt from DRAFT Planning Commission Meeting Minutes of October 15, 2018
o Handout from Public Testimony: Letter with Map of October 1, 2018 regarding
North Halsey Road
• Development Advisory Committee Comments from City of Dover Electric & Public
Works Departments and City Office of the Fire Marshal
• Application Submission Plan Sheet
• Zoning Map Exhibit
• Analysis of Petition of Opposition
o Memorandum on Petition
o Z-18-02 Signed Petition
o Z-18-02 Petition Exhibit Map
o Z-18-02 Petition Summary Analysis Table
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CITY OF DOVER PLANNING COMMISSION
October 15, 2018
Excerpt from Meeting Minutes – Draft
The Regular Meeting of the City of Dover Planning Commission was held on Monday,
September 17, 2018 at 7:00 PM in the City Hall Council Chambers with Chairman Mr. Tolbert
presiding. Members present were Mr. Holden, Ms. Edwards, Mr. Holt, Mr. Baldwin, Dr. Jones,
Ms. Maucher and Mr. Tolbert. Mr. Roach and Mrs. Welsh were absent.
Staff members present were Mr. Dave Hugg, Mrs. Dawn Melson-Williams, Mr. Eddie Diaz, Mr.
Julian Swierczek, Mr. Jason Lyon and Mrs. Kristen Mullaney.
Z-18-02 Lands of Hansen White Oak Partners, LLC at 951 White Oak Road – Public Hearing
and Review for Recommendation to City Council on a rezoning of a parcel of land totaling 1.125
+/- acres located on the north side of White Oak Road and east of Halsey Road. The property
area is zoned CPO (Commercial Professional Office Zone). The proposed zoning is IO
(Institutional and Office Zone). The owner of record is Hansen White Oak Partners, LLC; the
equitable owner is L&S Davis Properties Inc. Property Address: 951 White Oak Road. Tax
Parcel: ED-05-068.14-05-85.00-000. Council District 3. Ordinance #2018-10. For this zoning
map amendment, the First Reading was held at the City Council Meeting of September 24, 2018.
The Final Reading/Public Hearing is scheduled for November 13, 2018 before City Council.
Representatives: Ms. Sylvia Davis, L&S Davis Properties; Mr. Phil McGinnis, McGinnis
Commercial Real Estate Company
Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that this is a Rezoning application for the property that is located at
951 White Oak Road. The current property owners are Hansen White Oak Partners, LLC. There
is an equitable owner L&S Davis Properties Inc that is a party to the application as well. The
property is just over 1 acre in size; specifically, 1.1152 acres. It is currently vacant land. It is
currently zoned CPO (Commercial Professional Office Zone). The proposed zoning is IO
(Institutional and Office Zone). The reason for their request for the rezoning of the property is to
allow for future development of a building for public assembly on the parcel of land. This is a
property that is adjacent to White Oak Road having frontage on that road. To its west is a private
drive that is named Halsey Road Ext. The surrounding land uses are the White Oak Farms single
family detached housing to its east; to the north is the White Oak Condominiums which is an
apartment style complex, and then to the west is the Center at Dover which is a multi-tenant
shopping center with multiple buildings. Previously, there was a Rezoning application back in
2006 for this property to rezone it from CPO (Commercial Professional Office Zone) to IO
(Institutional and Office Zone). That application at that time was successful; however, with no
action taken at that time to develop the property it had to go through a process that reverted the
zoning back to CPO (Commercial Professional Office Zone). Tonight, this is a totally new
application for consideration. The Comprehensive Plan for the City identifies this as a land use
category of Office and Office Parks. There are a number of zoning districts that comply with that
including CPO (Commercial Professional Office Zone) as what it is currently zoned and IO
(Institutional and Office Zone) their requested zoning classification and several others. The IO
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(Institutional and Office Zone) allows for a number of uses and rezoning to IO (Institutional and
Office Zone) makes them eligible to establish any of the uses that are listed in the IO
(Institutional and Office Zone) subject to future development application processes.
Staff is recommending that the request to rezone from CPO (Commercial Professional Office
Zone) to IO (Institutional and Office Zone) be approved. The primary difference between IO
(Institutional and Office Zone) and CPO (Commercial Professional Office Zone) is that the IO
(Institutional and Office Zone) allows for a number of public and institutional type uses and
some other things that can be considered through a Conditional Use process. There are some
differences in what they call the bulk standards for CPO (Commercial Professional Office Zone)
versus IO (Institutional and Office Zone). Those are the bulk standards related to the number of
building stories, the overall height and things related to maximum lot coverage (how much of the
property can be covered by building and parking and other hard surfaces). The Planning Staff
also notes that the Zoning Ordinance does include when it comes to development, the
requirements for parking, requirements additionally for buffering and landscape requirements but
all of those are considered as part of the Site Development Plan application. This evening, we are
focusing on a Rezoning application. She specifically notes that any concerns relating to site
development are subject to a separate application, review and hearing process. That is not what is
being considered tonight. Tonight is the application for Rezoning from CPO (Commercial
Professional Office Zone) to IO (Institutional and Office Zone). The members of the
Development Advisory Committee have provided comments in regards to this Rezoning
application. The City’s Public Works Office and Electric Departments have no objection to the
Rezoning. They have provided some advisory comments about planning for utility services
should the property move forward through a development process. Likewise, the Fire Marshal’s
Office has very similar comments, again noting that it is currently a vacant lot and they have no
objections to the Rezoning but offer some advisory comments about future development.
Tonight, the Planning Commission is considering a Rezoning. They are making a
recommendation to City Council which will conduct their own Public Hearing and take final
action on the Rezoning request.
Ms. Davis stated that she agrees and will cooperate with Staff in this matter.
Mr. McGinnis stated that he represents both the owner of the property, Hansen White Oak
Partners, LLC and Ms. Davis who would like to acquire the property in order to build a church.
They are talking about a small neighborhood church. As Staff noted in their positive
recommendation, it’s a 1.15 acre lot which has its own constraints on how big a building you
could build. The parking issues are Site Plan issues but they would be constrained by the four
dimensions of the property. He also wants to point out that there is a fence that separates the
White Oak Condominiums and also White Oak Farms on the east; and of course, there will be
buffering and landscape requirements. The issue here is to build a church as he mentioned. The
existing zoning permits an office which creates traffic 8AM-5PM five days a week and
sometimes on the weekend. A church has traffic only on weekends. They are not talking about a
mega church, they are talking about a small neighborhood church as you find commonly
throughout Downtown Dover. He wants to reiterate that the property was once zoned IO
(Institutional and Office Zone) so this application is not as far reaching as you may be lead to
believe.
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Mr. Tolbert opened a public hearing.
Mr. Osman Sammander – 151 Lake Drive Smyrna, DE 19977
Mr. Sammander stated that he is President of the White Oak Condo Association. He and Mr.
James Munson, Vice President of the White Oak Condo Association are here on behalf of the
Condominiums to submit some paperwork before they start talking about it. (Mr. Sammander
and Mr. Munson handed out paperwork to the Commissioners and Staff. These handouts
included a letter dated October 1, 2018 regarding the status of Halsey Road Ext and an
accompanying map.)
Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that the Chairman was also handed a Petition that states “We the
undersigned residents of the surrounding area of lot 951 White Oak Road, Dover DE are
opposing the proposed rezoning of the above lot from CPO (Commercial Professional Office
Zone) to IO (Institutional and Office Zone). As they are speaking she will go through and count
so that we have a sense of how many people signed this petition.
Mr. Sammander stated that he has a letter (provided as the handout) from the City of Dover
stating that the White Oak Condominiums is responsible for the extension of North Halsey Road.
Two of their Board members are going to speak regarding this.
Ms. Marie Hudson – 566 Gobbler Lane Milford, DE 19963
Ms. Hudson stated that she owns a couple of the units in White Oak Condominiums. Their
biggest problem with the property being rezoned from CPO (Commercial Professional Office
Zone) to IO (Institutional and Office Zone) mean public assembly. Public assembly means a lot
of people. The lot out front is not that big. According to the City, it is west of North Halsey
Road. That is not a City road; its their road and they (White Oak Condos) maintain it. If there is a
church there, hopefully a church is going to grow. It’s going to outgrow the spot that they are in
and they are going to overflow into their driveway. The people on White Oak Road and Halsey
Road, they are coming before the Commission because the lot is just not big enough for public
assembly. They are also talking about a six-story building versus a three-story building.
Mr. Tolbert stated that at this point they are only talking about the zoning. They are going to
have to come back the Commission for anything else. Responding to Mr. Tolbert, Ms. Hudson
stated that she has no problem with a church but if you change the zoning and the church decides
not to go there, the zoning won’t go back to CPO (Commercial Professional Office Zone). They
are going to leave it IO (Institutional and Office Zone). There is already going to be a building
there and someone else can come in and do what they want.
Mr. Tolbert stated that whatever they want to do later on, they are going to have to come before
the Commission. She will be notified if she is within the area and he suggests that she come back
at that time too to make a statement. Responding to Mr. Tolbert, Ms. Hudson stated that they will
be.
Ms. Ayesha Sammander – 151 Lake Drive Smyrna, DE 19977
Ms. Sammander stated that she is here on behalf of the residents of the White Oak
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Condominiums and also the residents of the surrounding area of the 951 White Oak Road. They
are here to express their opposition to the rezoning of the lot from CPO (Commercial
Professional Office Zone) to IO (Institutional and Office Zone). The Commission had a copy of
the petition of all the residents that includes the White Oak Road and North Halsey Road and
also the residents of White Oak Condominiums. As they talked to each individual household,
they were really furious and frustrated with the traffic and speeding that there already is. They
wanted her to tell the Commission that this neighborhood used to be a really safe and quiet
environment. They said that it isn’t anymore. The traffic is so heavy on North Halsey Road.
They are saying that they used to be able to walk across the street and talk to a neighbor or check
on a neighbor. They used to be able to sit on a porch and enjoy the weather but not anymore. The
traffic is so bad right now but changing the zoning and giving allowance to this application is
going to generate even more problems with parking and everything else. On the other side of
White Oak Condos there are eighty-four units, so each unit at least has about two cars plus
visitors. We are talking about two hundred plus cars are coming out of White Oak
Condominiums on a daily basis. Four doors down there is a church. The day that the church is
meeting, they are parking all over both sides of White Oak Road. The shopping center behind the
church is packed. Even people on North Halsey Road say they are being impacted by the parking
when they meet. It is going to be a huge problem with parking and traffic. White Oak Road is not
that wide. Down the street there is another community. The traffic from Towne Point is coming
into White Oak Road. There is another community called Baytree Apartments and they are
coming into White Oak Road. This is going to generate more chaos on White Oak Road. She is
here to say that the bottom line is that what you are doing is creating a problem for this
community that is going to create so much traffic and chaos that it is going to cause accidents
and bring tragedy to the neighborhood. The bottom line is that this community is going to suffer
as a result of rezoning. Please consider the concerns and the voices of the residents from White
Oak Condominiums, from the surrounding neighbors and consider voting “no” to this proposed
rezoning. They are the people who have to deal with this. They are the people who are being
affected in their everyday life. It’s easy to say that it’s not going to affect anything, but the
residents are really frustrated as it already is.
Mr. Tolbert questioned if they had talked to DelDOT about the traffic problem in that area?
Responding to Mr. Tolbert, Ms. Sammander stated that she personally did not, but she believes
the people as she has talked to numerous people. The way they reacted as soon as we said that
there was going to be a church they said they are not against a church but there is a problem.
This road has become like a highway with traffic speeding. She believes that they are telling the
truth and no, she has not spoken to DelDOT.
Mr. Tolbert questioned if she was speaking for the whole community? Responding to Mr.
Tolbert, Ms. Sammander stated yes, all of these people in the audience plus the people who
couldn’t come but signed the petition.
Mr. Osman Sammander – 151 Lake Dr Smyrna, DE 19977
Mr. Sammander stated that the two lots across from 951 White Oak Road are two houses. They
signed the petition and they were supposed to come but unfortunately, they called him at 6PM
tonight stating that their son was sick and they couldn’t make it. The residents on North Halsey
Road are more affected than any other place because the road is so small. When they were going
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to the houses to speak with the residents, people were speeding so much that you would have
thought that you were on Route 13. The two houses on the left side of North Halsey Road, said
that they had a problem with neighborhood people parking there in the afternoons and they don’t
have enough parking. Almost seventy people signed the petition that was given to the
Commission tonight. Some of them are from the residential areas around the lot and some of
them are from the condominiums. He had two extra sheets signed but he couldn’t pull it together
to get it to the Commission. They have a problem with homeless people coming to sleep on the
road. They call the Police and when the Police come they say that it is not their road and they
can’t do anything about it. There was a homeless person who parked their car on North Halsey
Road two years ago. They came to one of the White Oak Condo buildings and slept in the
laundry room (which whoever opened the door burned up the building). They already have
problems with their own residents and the parking. Imagine if we have an extra building. He
doesn’t know where they are going to get their entrance and exit. White Oak Road wouldn’t be a
good idea because it is already crowded. He heard that before it was approved for this proposal
but that was for residential housing; it wasn’t for any type of public gathering. If they can’t build
a church, they could build a halfway house. He knows Mr. Lott because he used to own a house
on New Street and he sold it to Mr. Lott. He is familiar with drug rehab programs and he doesn’t
want a drug rehab place built there. He doesn’t mind a church but there is a church down the
street in walking distance. A church is going to expand. It may be a small congregation now but,
in a year, or two it could be 200, 300 or 500 people. They are going to park on North Halsey
Road Ext. They are going to park all over the place and they are going to have accidents and
problems. Right now, they are paving North Halsey Road Ext and the letter that was given to the
Commission tonight came from the City. They have been fighting the City for almost a year and
a half until they got that letter. We have to have some kind of monitoring system. We have to
hire somebody to stop people from parking there. The only funding that we have is our condo
fees; they don’t have enough money to hire a security guard or something to block people from
parking on North Halsey Road.
Ms. Nancy Watson – 2364 Pearsons Corner Road Dover, DE 19904
Ms. Watson stated that she works closely with Ms. Davis and Mr. McGinnis. She has lived in
Dover for about fifteen years and she lived and walked on White Oak Road. She is very familiar
with Dover. Their church is on Pearsons Corner Road. They are a small congregation and she has
listened to the remarks from the White Oak Condominiums. In their congregation, they do have
some members that do live in that area in those condominiums and they also live in that area, so
she is very familiar with the area. She does understand Dover and she does understand the
concern about the parking. They would appreciate if the Commission would accept the zoning.
One of the plans that she doesn’t mind sharing is that their parking will be closed within that
unit. It is a small church; it will not proceed on the outside. They have also taken the
consideration and looked at what DelDOT had to say in their proposal and what they presented
to us. They also take in great consideration what the Fire Marshal had stated. They will take
those statements and put them together with our architect to ensure that within the community it
would not violate anyone that lives in the area. The zoning was there before and they ask that it
be done again. They can provide to the community and they want to help the community. Having
a small church can provide that spiritual guidance for that homeless man. It can provide the
spiritual guidance and the help of the community to enhance what Dover already has. It has great
value in Dover, from being a resident herself and having a church here and being in Delaware for
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a very long time. They can provide for and enhance the community. She understands the concern
and she would be concerned as well. She can assure them that they have went to through the Fire
Marshal and DelDOT comments and they will have everything that they have confined into that
property. For the parking space that is allotted there, they have considered it and it will be on that
property, not on the outside. There is nowhere that they see in the planning where it should
interfere. If anything, it will help the residents or members that go to the church will be able to
walk instead of driving.
Mr. Tolbert stated that he wants to make it clear that all the Commissioners are doing at this
point is voting on a recommendation, pro or con to City Council. What goes on beyond this is
going to require your attention at City Council and the attention of DelDOT and a lot of other
things.
Mr. Osman Sammander – 151 Lake Dr Smyrna, DE 19977
Mr. Sammander stated that imagine if they are not successful for whatever reason. Suppose that
they are not passed by the Fire Marshal, but the property has already been rezoned. They sell it to
somebody else and they are going to come and build a halfway house or some other place that
they don’t want there. He is not against a halfway house; he used to work at a prison for twenty-
seven years. He used to work at the drug rehab for the prison. If the association and the residents
that are complaining about it, then obviously there must be a problem. He has a lot of problems
with North Halsey Road. He doesn’t know where they are going to have their entrance and exit
because they are not allowed to use North Halsey Road because it is a private road. We already
have a problem with parking and he knows that once the zoning is passed you can’t go back to it.
When it was approved for IO (Institutional & Office Zone) before, it was for a housing complex.
He assumed that it would be like White Oak Condominiums. The reason that it wasn’t approved
was because they wouldn’t accept Section 8 people. This is a good example; they couldn’t do it
so they sold it to somebody else. How do they know that they are going to do what they say they
are going to do? They are not against a church but they are afraid that if something happens and
they cannot build the church.
Mr. Tolbert stated that they are only dealing with rezoning. They are not dealing with what might
go on at that parcel of land. They can’t go through all of the issues. Responding to Mr. Tolbert,
Mr. Sammander said that all of the people in the back of the audience are against it and so are all
of the people who signed the petition.
Mr. Tolbert stated that they are only dealing with the rezoning. All of the problems that you
anticipate are going to come up at another time. You and all of the people that agree with you
should go to City Council when the issue is heard before City Council. You should be in contact
with DelDOT. There are a lot of things that you need to do besides address us here. They are
limited and are only going to deal with the rezoning. What goes up on that lot is another ball
game. A church doesn’t necessarily have to go there.
Mr. Tolbert closed the public hearing.
Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that the Petition has names and signatures for a total of 64
individuals. A quick look through the addresses shows three categories that the addresses could
be grouped in. Those addresses are on North Halsey Road which is the area to the south side of
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White Oak Road. There are about a dozen signatures from that area. The second address
collection is for addresses specifically in White Oak Condominiums and there are around thirty
signatures. There are about twenty addresses that are other than Halsey Road or White Oak
Road. Some of them are out of the City. They may be owners of individual condo units that don’t
physically reside in the condo unit itself.
Mr. Holden stated that anything that happens on the parcel tonight relative to access either has to
come off of the public right-of-way or they have to gain the approval and a cross access
easement from a neighboring parcel. They can’t, by their own choosing, provide themselves an
entrance onto the condominium road of North Halsey Road Ext. That would have to be done
with the joint agreement of both parties. A lot of the vehicle concerns that they heard raised can
be raised with City Council and DelDOT. To the extent that they can benefit, they would be the
ones to address those concerns too. Those concerns sound like they exist today regardless of
what happens here on the parcel. There were some comments from Mr. McGinnis relative to the
potential implications for traffic other than from the current zoning use relative to what could be
done under the proposed zoning use. That’s tough because it’s a bit of a crystal ball to
understand what could happen there in the future. He is certainly emphatic to the issues that you
face there in that footprint. He has seen those issues crop up as growth has occurred across Dover
and areas get more dense with population and they are challenges that they face similarly across
the City as a whole.
Dr. Jones stated that as she is reading the application, the zoning was initially CPO (Commercial
Professional Office Zone) then to IO (Institutional and Office Zone) and then back to CPO
(Commercial Professional Office Zone) over a period of time. There was this reversal. What
was going on? Nothing was going on with the application at that time? Responding to Dr. Jones,
Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that there was a rezoning application from 2006 that was to rezone
the property from CPO (Commercial Professional Office Zone) to IO (Institutional and Office
Zone). She is not familiar enough to know what the proposed development was at that time.
However, at the time there were provisions in the Zoning Ordinance that looked at all rezoning
applications to see if development moved forward. You could not do speculative rezoning
meaning rezone it and hope something comes. That’s what happened with the previous rezoning
application for this property. It was rezoned. They had a specific time frame to move forward
with establishing or making an application to develop the property and that did not occur so there
was a process to reverse the zoning from IO (Institutional & Office Zone) back to CPO
(Commercial Professional Office Zone). It was a provision in the Zoning Ordinance at the time
but that provision is no longer part of our Code.
Dr. Jones questioned if they were talking about the same owners? Responding to Dr. Jones, Mrs.
Melson-Williams stated that she is not sure that she can answer that but she doesn’t quite think
so. She doesn’t think that the (current) equitable owner was involved in the earlier one but it may
be a question that Mr. McGinnis can answer.
Mr. McGinnis stated that at some point Mr. Leon Hansen purchased the property in 2004 or
2005. He has since passed away as has his wife so his son and two daughters are now the owners
of the property. It’s the same family ownership and he thinks that they owned it during the first
rezoning stage.
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Mr. Holden stated that he thinks the concerns that the public has raised are very valid relative to
issues that it sounds like everybody feels are pretty consistent within the neighborhood. He
doesn’t personally know that the proposed zoning is going to result in a better or worse outcome
than the current zoning for you.
Mr. Holden moved to recommend approval to City Council for Z-18-02 Lands of Hansen White
Oak Partners, LLC at 951 White Oak Road, seconded by Mr. Holt and the motion failed by a 3-4
by roll call vote. Mr. Holden voting yes; due to Staff comments and compliance with the City’s
Comprehensive Plan. Ms. Edwards voting no; due to the outpouring of the residential concern.
Mr. Holt voting yes; and throw the ball back to City Council to see what happens. Mr. Baldwin
voting no. Dr. Jones voting no. Ms. Maucher voting no; this is a permanent zoning change and
as expressed that should this project not go forward something else could come in. Mr. Tolbert
voting yes; he agrees with the motion as it was stated. The only thing that they are dealing with
here is the rezoning. Even if it’s not rezoned, they have no guarantee that something won’t go up
in that area that may hinder traffic and all of that as it stands now. The issue is not over; it has
to go before City Council and there are issues with DelDOT regarding traffic concerns. There is
a lot to be done and voting for the motion is not a problem at this time for him.
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CITY OF DOVER
DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE
APPLICATION REVIEW COMMENTARY
STAFF D.A.C. MEETING DATE: SEPTEMBER 26, 2018
APPLICATION: LANDS OF HANSEN WHITE OAK PARTNERS, LLC AT 951
WHITE OAK ROAD
FILE #: Z-18-02
REVIEWING AGENCY: City of Dover
CONTACT PERSON: Paul Waddell - Electric
Jason A. Lyon, P.E. – Public Works
CONTACT PHONE #: ELECTRIC - 302-736-7072 PUBLIC WORKS – 302-736-7025
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 / WATER / WASTEWATER / STORMWATER / STREETS / SANITATION / GROUNDS
Our office has no objection to the rezoning of:
ED-05-068.14-05-85.00-000
RECOMMENDATIONS SUGGESTED AS CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL TO MEET CODE OBJECTIVES
ELECTRIC / WATER / WASTEWATER / SANITATION / STORMWATER / STREETS / GROUNDS
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 / main to this site based upon the use including
any necessary system upgrades or extensions. The appropriateness and adequacy of electric, water and sewer
services and meters will be assessed at that time. (Please note that each water meter registered with the City of
Dover must have a separate service line.) Should the existing water and sanitary sewer services no longer be
required based upon the proposed use, they must be properly abandoned at the mains in accordance with all City of
Dover Department of Public Works standards and specifications.
2. Any redevelopment shall adhere to the City of Dover Water/Wastewater Handbook, the Specifications, Standards &
Procedures for City of Dover Public Works requirements, and the City of Dover’s Electric Service Handbook.
3. Please note that renovations and or change of use projects must ensure that the water and wastewater service is
brought up to current requirements. This may include relocating the water meter outside or changing service line
sizes. Please ensure you schedule a meeting with the Department of Public Works during the planning phase for this
site. Additional impact fees may apply for future development.
ADVISORY COMMENTS TO THE APPLICANT
ELECTRIC / WATER / WASTEWATER / STORMWATER / STREETS / SANITATION / GROUNDS
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 .
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Z-18-02 I I
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CITY OF DOVER Y E
DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE O M
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APPLICATION REVIEW COMMENTARY
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APPLICATION: Lands of Hansen White Oak Partners LLC at 951 White Oak Rd
FILE #: Z-18-02 REVIEWING AGENCY: City of Dover, Office of the Fire Marshal
CONTACT PERSON: Jason Osika, Fire Marshal PHONE #: (302) 736-4457
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. Proposed project is a vacant lot.
2. 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
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
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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)
3. Project to be completed per approved Site Plan.
ADDITIONAL / SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS TO OBTAIN APPROVAL:
1. This is for rezoning only. This office has no objections.
APPLICABLE CODES LISTED BELOW (NOT LIMITED TO):
2015 NFPA 1 Fire Code (NFPA; National Fire Protection Association)
2015 NFPA 101 Life Safety Code (NFPA; National Fire Protection Association)
2013 NFPA 72 National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code (NFPA; National Fire Protection Association)
2013 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
2015 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.
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City of Dover Application No.: Z-18-02
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Title: Lands of Hansen White Oak Partners, LLC
Ordinance #: 2018-10
Address: 951 White Oak Road
Parcel ID: ED-05-068.14-05-85.00-000 Legend
Existing Zoning: C-PO Commercial and Professional Office zone
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Proposed Zoning: IO Institutional and Office zone
Owner: Hansen White Oak Partners, LLC Zoning
Date: 9/13/2018
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MEMORANDUM
Department of Planning & Inspections
P.O. Box 475
Dover, DE 19903
Phone: (302) 736-7196 Fax (302) 736-4217
DATE: October 29, 2018
TO: City Council
FROM: Planning Office
SUBJECT: Z-18-02 Petition of Opposition objecting to the Rezoning of 951 White Oak Road
A Petition of Opposition was received during the Planning Commission Public Hearing on October
15, 2018 regarding Rezoning Application Z-18-02 Lands of Hansen White Oak Partners, LLC:
Rezoning CPO to IO. The Petition from area property owners and residents of the White Oak
Road/North Halsey Road area contained a petition with 64 signatures from numerous properties in
the area and others objecting to the proposed rezoning of 951 White Oak Road, Dover.
Title 22 §305 of Delaware Code outlines the criteria for determining the viability of a petition
opposing a rezoning request and how a legislative body of a municipality is to proceed in
processing the petition. Delaware Code requires that when 20% of eligible lots participate in a
petition, the legislative body for the municipality must achieve a three-fourths favorable decision
to proceed with the rezoning of the property.
Staff evaluated the Petition along with available property records to determine the adjacency of the
signatories’ lots/properties to 951 White Oak Road as it relates to the requirements of Delaware
Code 22 §305. The Petition is evaluated based upon the presence (or lack thereof) of signatures
from the 16 eligible surrounding properties. The attached Petition Exhibit Map and Zoning
Petition Summary Analysis Spreadsheet shows information from the analysis.
• The Petition Exhibit Map shows the subject at 951 White Oak Road in yellow. The Eligible
Properties shown in blue are those lots within 100 feet (Red Line) of the subject property
and those lots within 100 feet of the street frontage (Orange Line) of the subject property.
The Stars indicate petitioners (with Dover address) and Circle-X indicated petitioners
owning condo units (with out-of-City address).
• The Petition Summary Analysis Spreadsheet lists the property owners of the 16 Eligible
Properties and indicates those that signed the Petition (marked with yes and highlighted).
It also lists the other signatories (with address provided) on the Petition.
Planning Staff notes the following from our analysis:
• The signers of the Petition and their associated provided address generally indicate
locations in White Oak Condominiums, properties along White Oak Road and North
Halsey Road, and out-of-City addresses. The signers are property owners, tenants, or other
interested parties. In some cases, multiple individuals signed at one address/location.
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Z-18-02 Memorandum on Petition of Opposition
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• The subject property is adjacent to the lot containing White Oak Condominiums. White
Oak Condominiums consists of 84 units in apartment style buildings. For purposes of the
Petition evaluation, the lot was counted as one Eligible Property. Planning Staff notes that
from our analysis at least 38 petition signers are associated with the White Oak
Condominiums representing at least 23 condo units.
In Summary, the results of the Petition Analysis are as follows:
• 3 out of 16 Eligible Property Owners signed the Petition.
• The total number of eligible and verifiable petitioners is 3.
• 3/16 eligible and verifiable petitioners equates to 18.75%.
The Petition is not valid as per Del. Code 22 §305. Any action to approve the Rezoning
does not require a three-fourths majority of City Council.
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Title: Lands of Hansen White Oak Partners Legend
Address: 951 White Oak Road 100 ft. from opposite
Parcel ID: ED-05-068.14-05-85.00-000 street line
Existing Zoning: CPO (Commercial and Professional Office Zone) 100 ft. from property
Proposed Zoning: IO (Institutional and Office Zone)
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Owner: Hansen White Oak Partners LLC
Date: 10/29/2018 Subject Property
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Rezoning Petition Summary Analysis 10-29-2018
Lands of Hansen White Oak Partners LLC (Z-18-02)
951 White Oak Road
Eligible Petitioners, Del. Code Title 22 c. 3 §305
Is Petitioner Owner Name Street # Street Owner Address 1 Owner Address 2 Owner City O. State Owner Zip
No FEDERAL NATIONAL MORT ASSOC 1004 WHITE OAK RD PO BOX 650043 DALLAS TX 75265
No WILLIAMS,SCOTTIE & TAMEKA 226 FREAR DR 226 FREAR DR DOVER DE 19901
No DEVITA,ROSALINA O (LTR) & 1014 WHITE OAK RD DEVITA,WILLIAM V & OTHERS 1014 WHITE OAK RD DOVER DE 19901
No MOORE,WENDY LEE 304 FREAR DR 65 WISTERIA DR MILFORD DE 19963
No HANDY,JEANETTE B 926 WHITE OAK RD 926 WHITE OAK RD DOVER DE 19901
No AUSTIN,ROBERT ALLEN JR & 1018 WHITE OAK RD AUSTIN,BARBARA JEAN 1402 MUD MILL RD MARYDEL DE 19964
No RODRIGUEZ,HIRAM ALFONSO 1017 WHITE OAK RD 1017 WHITE OAK RD DOVER DE 19901
No HANSEN WHITE OAK PARTNERS LLC 951 WHITE OAK RD 91 TRILLIUM DR MAGNOLIA DE 19962
No WILSON,WILLIAM E & 1101 WHITE OAK RD SIMS-WILSON,MARTHA L & SIMS,CARRYE M DOVER DE 19901
Yes SAMMANDER,OSMAN M & AYESHA 1001 WHITE OAK RD APT F21 151 LAKE DR SMYRNA DE 19977
No BLAKE,ANDREW C & MOGIBOLA 218 FREAR DR 218 FREAR DR DOVER DE 19901
No 257 N DUPONT HWY LLC 257 N DUPONT HWY 230 N DUPONT HWY NEW CASTLE DE 19720
Yes BURRIS,SHEILA H 173 N HALSEY RD 173 N HALSEY RD DOVER DE 19901
Yes BROOKS,ANN N 1012 WHITE OAK RD 1012 WHITEOAK RD DOVER DE 19901
No HAMMER,SANDRA 234 FREAR DR 234 FREAR DR DOVER DE 19904
No WATKINS,DANIELLE M 1016 WHITE OAK RD 1016 WHITE OAK RD DOVER DE 19901
Other Petitioners
Petitioner Name Petitioner Role Street # Street Apartment # at 1001 White Oak Rd (if applicable) City State Zip Code
Robert D. Balling property owner 126 North Halsey Rd Dover DE 19901
Edith Romero other resident 137 North Halsey Rd Dover DE 19901
Sheralyn Rubinson other resident 129 North Halsey Rd Dover DE 19901
Luis Nieves property owner 137 North Halsey Rd Dover DE 19901
Adam S. Rosado property owner 102 North Halsey Rd Dover DE 19901
Kathy Meyer property owner 157 North Halsey Rd Dover DE 19901
Thomas Plummer property owner 149 North Halsey Rd Dover DE 19901
Lorrie Plummer property owner 149 North Halsey Rd Dover DE 19901
Michael McDaniel property owner 143 North Halsey Rd Dover DE 19901
John W. Holland property owner 120 North Halsey Rd Dover DE 19901
Alita A. Nitt other resident 1012 White Oak Rd Dover DE 19901
George A. Dean Jr. leaseholder 1001 White Oak Rd Apt. F-11 Dover DE 19901
Franklin Earvase leaseholder 1001 White Oak Rd Apt. K-12 Dover DE 19901
Christopher McGourn leaseholder 1001 White Oak Rd Apt. M-11 Dover DE 19901
Carlene Loper leaseholder 1001 White Oak Rd Apt. L-31 Dover DE 19901
Alexes C. Sauwgeus leaseholder 1001 White Oak Rd Apt. H-22 Dover DE 19901
Crystal Chapman leaseholder 1001 White Oak Rd Apt. F-22 Dover DE 19901
Ivy Wright leaseholder 1001 White Oak Rd Apt. F-32 Dover DE 19901
Taisha Cameron leaseholder 1001 White Oak Rd Apt. H-12 Dover DE 19901
Ternikka Jarret leaseholder 1001 White Oak Rd Apt. L-22 Dover DE 19901
John O. Mitcholl leaseholder 1001 White Oak Rd Apt. I-12 Dover DE 19901
Reginald Blocker leaseholder 1001 White Oak Rd Apt. M-21 Dover DE 19901
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Other Petitioners
Petitioner Petitioner Role Street # Street Apartment # at 1001 White Oak Rd (if applicable) City State Zip Code
Kenny Jones leaseholder 1001 White Oak Rd Apt. M-21 Dover DE 19901
Charles General Darden other resident 1001 White Oak Rd Apt. J-12 Dover DE 19901
Kathryn Darden other resident 1001 White Oak Rd N/A Dover DE 19901
Valerie Cook other resident 1001 White Oak Rd N/A Dover DE 19901
Ronetta Watson other resident 1001 White Oak Rd Apt. A-12 Dover DE 19901
Darlene Walker leaseholder 1001 White Oak Rd Apt. F-31 Dover DE 19901
Ellia Lloyd leaseholder 1001 White Oak Rd Apt. F-31 Dover DE 19901
Ruth Riddick other resident 1001 White Oak Rd N/A Dover DE 19901
Marshall L. Pounds Jr other resident 1001 White Oak Rd N/A Dover DE 19901
Rosaline Bemiet other resident 1001 White Oak Rd Apt. J-22 Dover DE 19901
Lynette Peeler other resident 1001 White Oak Rd Apt. J-22 Dover DE 19901
Jal D. Benner other resident 1001 White Oak Rd Apt. J-32 Dover DE 19901
Alex B. Fuente other resident 1001 White Oak Rd Apt. D-11 Dover DE 19901
William Cooper other resident 1001 White Oak Rd Apt. D-11 Dover DE 19901
Yolanda Edwards leaseholder 1001 White Oak Rd Apt. I-22 Dover DE 19901
Edward Prettyman other resident 1001 White Oak Rd Apt. B-12 Dover DE 19901
Fran Maynard property owner 1001 White Oak Rd Apt. B-12 Dover DE 19901
Ken Schrader leaseholder 1001 White Oak Rd Apt. C-21 Dover DE 19901
Kim Y. Derson leaseholder 1001 White Oak Rd Apt. C-11 Dover DE 19901
Sean Wright property owner 1001 White Oak Rd Apt. K-11 Dover DE 19901
Michael Miller leaseholder 1001 White Oak Rd Apt. G-21 Dover DE 19901
Sunita Anvari possible local property owner 743 Dorchester Ct Smyrna DE 19977
Fariba Sammander possible local property owner 523 South Carter Rd Smyrna DE 19977
Ahmad Sammander confirmed local condo owner 523 South Carter Rd Apt. J-32 Smyrna DE 19977
Asha Sammander possible local property owner 61 Wicksfield Blvd Smyrna DE 19977
Liya Haji Ghulam Yahya possible local property owner 523 South Carter Rd Smyrna DE 19977
Jonathan McIhrain possible local property owner P.O. Box 635 Frederica DE 19946
Megan McIhrain possible local property owner P.O. Box 635 Frederica DE 19946
Marie Hudson confirmed local condo owner P.O. Box 515 Apt. M-21, Apt. F-31 Frederica DE 19946
Dennis Hudson confirmed local condo owner P.O. Box 515 Apt. M-21 Frederica DE 19946
Shabana Amiri possible local property owner 50 Lake Dr Smyrna DE 19977
Abdul Raziq Sammander possible local property owner 50 E. Pembrook Dr Smyrna DE 19977
Nasir Baqi possible local property owner 341 Hamilton Way Smyrna DE 19977
Domen Enneh possible local property owner 151 Lake Dr Smyrna DE 19977
Maria Sammander confirmed local condo owner 225 Sunnyside Rd Apt. I-12 Smyrna DE 19977
Hared Anvari possible local property owner 743 Dorchester Ct Smyrna DE 19977
Laila Omaid possible local property owner 631 Widener Lane Smyrna DE 19977
Shafiq Samander possible local property owner 20 E Abbey Dr Townsend DE 19734
Mahmood Omaid confirmed local condo owner 631 Widener Lane Apt. I-12 Smyrna DE 19977
SUMMARY
Lots Eligible to Petition 16
Eligible Petitioners (num.) 3
Eligible Petitioners (percent) 18.75%
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FINAL READING
City of Dover
PROPOSED ORDINANCE #2018-10
1 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE AND ZONING MAP OF THE CITY
2 OF DOVER BY CHANGING THE ZONING DESIGNATION OF PROPERTY LOCATED AT
3 951 WHITE OAK ROAD
4 WHEREAS, the City of Dover has enacted a zoning ordinance regulating the use of property within the
5 limits of the City of Dover; and
6 WHEREAS, it is deemed in the best interest of zoning and planning to change the permitted use of property
7 described below from C-PO (Commercial and Professional Office Zone) to IO (Institutional and Office
8 Zone).
9 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
10 DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
11 1) That from and after the passage and approval of this ordinance the Zoning Map and Zoning
12 Ordinance of the City of Dover have been amended by changing the zoning designation from
13 C-PO (Commercial and Professional Office) to IO (Institutional and Office) on that property located
14 at 951 White Oak Road, consisting of 1.1152+/- acres, owned by Hansen White Oak Partners, LLC
15 (Equitable Owner: L&S Davis Properties, Inc.)
16 (Tax Parcel: ED-05-068.14-05-85.00-000; Planning Reference: Z-18-02; Council District: Third)
17 ADOPTED: *
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20 Actions History
21 11/13/2018 - Scheduled for Public Hearing/Final Reading - City Council
22 10/15/2018 - Public Hearing - Planning Commission
23 09/24/2018 - First Reading - City Council
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COUNCIL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
The Council Committee of the Whole met on October 23, 2018 at 6:00 p.m., with Councilman Hare
presiding in the absence of Council President Slavin presiding. Members of Council present were
Mr. Anderson (arrived at 6:27 p.m.), Mr. Sudler, Mr. Neil, Mr. Cole, Mr. Polce, and Mr. Lindell.
Mr. Lewis and Mayor Christiansen were absent. Civilian members present for their Committee
meetings were Mr. Garfinkel and Mr. Shelton (Safety Advisory and Transportation), and Mrs. Doyle
and Ms. Scarborough (Utility).
By unanimous consent the Committee amended the agenda to change the order of the
committees, as follows: Utility Committee and Safety Advisory and Transportation
Committee.
UTILITY COMMITTEE
The Utility Committee met with Chairman Cole presiding.
AGENDA ADDITIONS/DELETIONS
By unanimous consent, the agenda was approved as presented.
Small Cell Wireless Action Plan
Mr. Jim Robinson, Electric Director, reviewed a presentation entitled “City of Dover Electric
Department, Small Cell Wireless Action Plan.”
Mr. Sudler asked what the expected life span is for this new product, and what one (1) negative
aspect would be in regard to this topic. Responding, Mr. Robinson stated that it is difficult to say
what the life span is of certain equipment, explaining that as it evolves, it will be changed out. He
informed members that the devices that would be installed first would be a small cell version of the
current 4G devices, since the 5G devices are still under evolution. Mr. Robinson stated that staff’s
current task is to ensure that if the installation of one (1) device is approved, entities do not install
multiple devices on the same pole without the City’s permission. He explained that due to rapid
changes in technology, staff is going to make sure that the City’s ordinances cover any issues
associated with moving equipment in the future. He indicated that staff would not want rate-payers
or the City to be responsible for taking abandoned equipment off poles in the future. Mr. Robinson
stated that he thinks that there are a lot of pros associated with doing this and it is inevitable. He
advised that potential public perception could be a negative aspect, explaining that if the City is not
proactive in advertising or communicating to the public there could be some resistance when people
begin to notice new devices on the poles. Mr. Robinson noted that it may make sense to have an
open house in the future to provide an opportunity for the public to share their thoughts and
concerns. Mr. Robinson advised that staff did not believe there were any potential safety issues
regarding these devices, since they will be installed on existing poles.
Mr. Neil stated that he saw this as an economic opportunity for companies that could utilize this type
of small cell wireless service and for them to know that the City is doing this would be very positive.
Mr. Neil asked if the City or those entities applying to install devices would be responsible for the
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cost of installation and any costs associated with changes that may occur with the installation. In
response, Mr. Robinson stated that all incremental costs will be borne by the requestor. He
explained that the requestor would also be responsible for paying for any make-ready work the City
has to perform, for example if staff has to modify an existing pole or put in a long power pole.
Mr. Neil noted that he understood there would be an application fee and asked if the City could also
charge an annual fee for the use of the poles. Responding, Mr. Robinson advised that there is a
two-part structure: 1) the application fee and 2) an ongoing annual fee for the use of the City’s poles.
He explained that the annual fee is consistent with what the City currently charges entities, such as
Verizon and Comcast, for utilizing the City’s poles. Mr. Robinson noted that it is too expensive and
complicated to put a meter on each device; however, staff will be able to determine the annual
electricity usage the same way they determine the cost of operating a streetlight, and that cost will
be built into the annual fee.
Mr. Polce stated that he was really excited when the Advanced Wireless Infrastructure Investment
Act was signed by the General Assembly over a year ago and is really excited about this opportunity
for the City of Dover. He advised that he thought that the City now needed to think about what’s
in the City’s best interest and how to be good stewards of the City’s infrastructure. Mr. Polce stated
that he thought that it would be wise to move aggressively on this matter, especially as members
think about the ideals of what a smart city would look like. He explained that he thought that this
is a tremendous opportunity for the City to incorporate the demands of new technology which will
provide the ability to leverage economic development. Mr. Polce indicated that the Town of
Fenwick Island had already adopted an ordinance regarding this matter, which was a lot less
controversial than the City of Newark’s ordinance, and he suggested that it would be beneficial for
staff to review both ordinances. Mr. Polce noted that he was optimistic and, quoting
John F. Kennedy, stated “be bold and do what the ordinary fear.”
Mr. Lindell stated that he appreciated staff being proactive regarding this matter and that he agreed
with the sentiments of Mr. Polce about the City being at the forefront of the latest technological
advancements. Referring to Mr. Robinson’s presentation, Mr. Lindell asked if Mr. Robinson
mentioned that other cities were trying to stall this process through ordinances because they are
opposed to it. Responding, Mr. Robinson clarified that it is not the municipalities. Mr. Lindell
stated that he thought that the City should move aggressively on this matter and suggested that the
ordinances be designed to protect the City interests and encourage growth in a responsible way.
Mr. Robinson, noting that the carriers are far ahead on these issues, advised that staff would be very
careful in developing the ordinance language and was consulting appropriate legal counsel. He
stated that staff had also reviewed master license agreements for two (2) of the entities which was
helpful. Mr. Robinson advised members that it was important to consider how to begin and also how
to protect the City over the long-term, explaining that there could be hundreds of these devices
within City limits within several years. He noted that, in the future, the City could receive 100
applications at a time and will have to turn them around within a specific amount of time.
Mr. Lindell stated that he agreed with Mr. Robinson’s comments and he thought that the City should
protect its interests without creating unnecessary delays.
Mr. Cole thanked staff for their efforts regarding this matter.
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Mr. Neil moved for adjournment of the Utility Committee meeting. The motion was seconded
by Mr. Hare and unanimously carried.
Meeting adjourned at 6:32 p.m.
SAFETY ADVISORY AND TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE
The Safety Advisory and Transportation Committee met with Councilman Hare presiding in the
absence of Chairman Lewis.
AGENDA ADDITIONS/DELETIONS
Mr. Polce requested that consideration of item #2 - Proposed Ordinance #2018-12 Amending
Chapter 70 - Offenses and Miscellaneous Provisions, Section - 70-5 Aggressive Panhandling
and Appendix F - Fees and Fines (Sponsors: Hare and Polce) be deferred.
By unanimous consent, the agenda was approved as amended.
Ambulance Services - Requested Level of Service
Mrs. Donna Mitchell, City Manager, reviewed the background and analysis regarding the Ambulance
Services - Requested Level of Service. She advised that this matter was brought back to the Council
Committee of the Whole/Safety Advisory and Transportation Committee so that members could
provide staff with direction regarding what they would like to see in the RFP when it is resubmitted
to the proposers. Mrs. Mitchell stated that Council discussed giving the proposers two (2) options:
(A) the level of service requested in the original RFP, and a second option (B), so she wanted to ask
members what the desired level of service is for option B.
Mrs. Mitchell noted that Mayor Christiansen had submitted correspondence dated October 23, 2018,
as well as a copy of the Ambulance Services - Requested Level of Service Action Form with the
Desired Level of Service (B) section completed, indicating his preference for the level of service
(Attachment #1).
Mrs. Mitchell noted that the contract start date would be April 1, 2019. She stated that PrimeCare’s
contract had been extended to April 1 to provide enough time to complete the process for this
proposal. Mrs. Mitchell explained that this would also give the contractor time to get ready to start
on April 1, 2019 without providing a transition period.
Staff recommended establishing the level of emergency medical services (EMS) desired by the
Committee and recommending the same to City Council for inclusion in an addendum to the original
RFP #19-0001CM.
Mr. Hare noted that Mayor Christiansen’s desired level of service was two (2) units 24/7 with
two (2) EMT-Bs on each unit and a floating unit with two (2) EMT-Bs as needed, and that there
should be two (2) EMT-Bs for all units.
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Mr. Sudler stated that he was in agreement with recommending and incorporating the two (2)
dedicated 24/7 BLS units manned by two (2) EMT-Bs as recommended by Mayor Christiansen.
Mr. Anderson stated that he agreed with Mr. Sudler, noting if Cheswold has two (2) EMT’s, it
doesn’t make sense for Dover not to.
Mr. Polce noted that the City’s annual budgeted amount is approximately $200,000 and asked what
the average annual cost was for the proposals submitted for one (1) BLS. In response, Mrs. Mitchell
stated that the lowest price vendor was $150,000 for one (1) year; however she explained that she
would need to go back to review the prices for years two (2) and three (3).
Mr. Polce asked if Mrs. Mitchell thought that the proposals for two (2) BLS units 24/7 would exceed
the City’s annual budget. Responding, Mrs. Mitchell stated that she could not say for certain. She
explained that the original RFP included the number of calls, and the proposers will have to run the
numbers to determine what they think the number of transports will be, the differential, and what
they can afford to do.
Mr. Polce asked if the RFP Committee had provided any additional recommendations, suggestions
or feedback to their initial scope. In response, Mrs. Mitchell stated that she did not consult the
members of the RFP Committee, explaining that since this seemed to be a desire of Council and the
Committee, she just brought it back to determine what members want as the second alternative level
of service.
Mr. Lindell expressed his frustration that Council did not handle this prior to the original RFP being
issued. He stated that he thought, in the future, members of Council needed to do a better job of
discussing their wishes with staff regarding RFP’s. Mr. Lindell noted that he agreed with
Mayor Christiansen’s recommendations; however, he felt members should have expressed their
wishes six (6) months ago before the RFP was issued.
Responding to Mr. Neil, Mrs. Mitchell confirmed that the City used the State’s standard in the
original RFP and it was the standard previously used as well. Mr. Neil expressed concern that those
providing mutual assistance may not operate at this proposed level of service.
Mr. Sudler moved to recommend that the City incorporate two (2) dedicated 24/7 BLS units manned
by two (2) EMT-B nationally-certified personnel in an addendum to the original RFP #19-0001CM,
seconded by Mr. Lindell.
Mr. Hare emphasized that when the RFP is sent out, those responding should submit proposals based
on the City’s request, not what they think the City should have. He stated that he thought that this
situation could probably have been avoided if the City originally received proposals based on what
was requested.
The motion to recommend that the City incorporate two (2) dedicated 24/7 BLS units manned
by two (2) EMT-B nationally-certified personnel in an addendum to the original RFP
#19-0001CM carried with Mr. Neil voting no.
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Proposed Ordinance #2018-12 Amending Chapter 70 - Offenses and Miscellaneous Provisions,
Section - 70-5 Aggressive Panhandling and Appendix F - Fees and Fines (Sponsors: Hare and
Polce)
The Committee deferred consideration of this item, at the request of Mr. Polce.
Mr. Sudler moved for adjournment of the Safety Advisory and Transportation Committee
meeting, seconded by Mr. Cole and unanimously carried.
Meeting adjourned at 6:42 p.m.
Mr. Sudler moved for adjournment of the Council Committee of the Whole meeting. The
motion was seconded by Mr. Cole and unanimously carried.
Meeting adjourned at 6:42 p.m.
William F. Hare
Acting Chair
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Attachments
Attachment #1 - Correspondence provided by Mayor Christiansen dated October 23, 2018, as well as a copy of the
Ambulance Services - Requested Level of Service Action Form with the Desired Level of Service (B)
section completed, indicating his preference for the level of service
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ATTACHMENT #1
Council Committee of the Whole Meeting of 10/23/2018
OFFICE OF THE MAYOR
October 23,2018
Council President Tim Slavin
P.O. Box 475
15 The Plaza
Dover, DE 19901
Dear Mr. President:
I apologize for my absence from the meeting of the Council Committee of the Whole. I am
entertaining a trade group from our sister city in Miyagi Japan. I would like to add my personal
comments to the discussion of item number 1 of the Safety Advisory Committee: The
Ambulance Contract Level of Service.
I, as a former EMT and current active firefighter for the Dover Fire Department, believe that I
can offer some incite to what I see as staffing levels for our ambulance service contract to better
serve our growing community with the highest level of EMS service. I believe that the City and
our citizens would be best served by two dedicated 2417 BLS units manned by two EMT-B
nationally certified personnel. I further believe that an additional floating unit should be
considered. The times for this unit would be to supplement the two dedicated units during peak
hours of need based on call analysis and statistical information.
It is my feeling that such an arrangement would adequately accommodate our population which
fluctuates from 38,000 (night time) to an estimated 60,000+ (daytime) which includes citizens,
visitors, commuters and employees of our many offices and businesses. Those units would
provide needed coverage for our growing senior population as well as increasing incidents for
opioid and other types of calls for help.
Thank you for your time and consideration for the above to be part of a contract for service for
the best protection for our citizens.
lly Yours for a Better Dover,
~.
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Robin R. Christiansen
Mayor, City of Dover
Cc: Members of City Council
Donna S. Mitchell, City Manager
p.o. Box 475, Dover, DE 19903-0475
Community Exellellce Through Quality Service
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ACTION FORM
PROCEEDING: Council Committee of the Whole - Safety, Advisory, & Transportation
DEPARTMENT OF ORIGIN: City Manager's Office DATE SUBMITIED: 10-16-18
PREPAREDBY: Donna Mitchell, City Manager
SUBJECT: Ambulance Services - Requested Level of Service
REFERENCE:RFPNumber #19-0001CM
EXPENDITUREREQUIRED: ANNUAL BUDGET: FY19 $245,000
FUNDING SOURCE(Dept'/Page in CIP & Budget): FY19 Budget
TIME TABLE: Effective April 1, 2019
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Establish level of EMS Service desired by the Committee and recommend the same to
City Council for inclusion in an addendum to the original RFP#19-0001CM.
BACKGROUND AND ANALYSIS
The Ambulance Service RFP #19-0001CM recommendation was presented to CCW - Safety Advisory and
Transportation Committee on August 28, 2018. During its meeting of the Committee discussed the level of
service for Ambulance Services since two of the proposals submitted included a higher level of service than
was requested in the Request for Proposal (RFP). No action was taken by the Committee on this item.
At its meeting of September 10, 2018, City Council continued the ambulance level of service discussion.
Council referred this matter back to the CCW- Safety Advisory and Transportation Committee with instructions
to staff to determine how best to request revised responses from each of the respondents which address both
the one (1) and two (2) EMT crew options and come back with revised responses from each of the
respondents.
Staff recommends that an addendum be added to the Request for Proposal for an Alternate Service level as
desired by the Committee and Council. The original proposals cannot be adjusted from their original form
except for the Addendum response and pricing of both levels of service (A & B). The current level of service as
budgeted is as follows-
RFPRequested Level of Service (A) Desired Level of Service (B)
First unit
24 hours, 7 days per week t ",(Jut! ),1/1 (2.].emr~f f
Second unit
16 hours, 7 a.m. to 11 p.m.
F/~ltizS 1./J/YIf 8s liS n(t. ~
t I- ~i f> I" a,J I UflJ~
Staffing -
1EMT
1 EMR with EVOC
Since the time of the above discussion, the Dover Fire Department voted not to permit any use of their
facilities for Ambulance Services. Staff is agreeable to accept a change in the Saint Francis proposal
for a mutually agreed to location provision that was included in the Request for Proposal. The City
will also be including a contract re-opener provision to partner with the vendor when bidding on
other services in Dover's EMS territory. The contract start date will be April 1, 2019
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SPECIAL COUNCIL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
The Council Committee of the Whole met on November 5, 2018 at 6:00 p.m., with Councilman Hare
presiding in the absence of Council President Slavin. Members of Council present were Mr. Sudler,
Mr. Lewis, Mr. Cole, Mr. Polce, and Mr. Lindell. Mr. Anderson and Mr. Neil were absent.
Mayor Christiansen was also absent. Civilian members present for their Committee meetings were
Mrs. Doyle (Utility), and Mr. Shevock (Legislative, Finance, and Administration). Ms. Scarborough
(Utility) was absent.
UTILITY COMMITTEE
The Utility Committee met with Chairman Cole presiding.
AGENDA ADDITIONS/DELETIONS
Mr. Lewis moved for approval of the agenda, seconded by Mr. Lindell and unanimously
carried.
Evaluation of Bids - FY18 Inflow and Infiltration Replacement Project
Mrs. Donna Mitchell, City Manager, reviewed the background and analysis regarding the evaluation
of bids for the FY18 Inflow and Infiltration Replacement Project.
Staff recommended approval of the low bid submitted by Gateway Construction, Inc. in the amount
of $435,980 for the replacement of existing 8" and 12" diameter sanitary sewer main and
replacement of sanitary sewer laterals. The work will be accomplished in College Road,
Overlook/East Lake Garden, the Wesley College Area, and Rodney Village.
In response to Mrs. Doyle, Mrs. Mitchell explained that the bid documents would have been sent out
prior to the October 19, 2018 bid opening and there would probably have been 60 days provided for
contractors to review all of the documents and submit bids.
Mrs. Mitchell, referring to the I & I Location Maps labeled Exhibit A-D, explained that the light blue
lines depicted the lines being replaced, not the dark blue lines.
Mr. Polce moved to recommend approval of the low bid submitted by Gateway Construction,
Inc. in the amount of $435,980 for the replacement of existing 8" and 12" diameter sanitary
sewer main and replacement of sanitary sewer laterals, as recommended by staff. The work
will be accomplished in College Road, Overlook/East Lake Garden, the Wesley College Area,
and Rodney Village. The motion was seconded by Mr. Lindell and unanimously carried.
Mr. Lindell moved for adjournment of the Utility Committee meeting. The motion was
seconded by Mr. Lewis and unanimously carried.
Meeting adjourned at 6:03 p.m.
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LEGISLATIVE, FINANCE, AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE
The Legislative, Finance, and Administration Committee met with Chairman Hare presiding.
AGENDA ADDITIONS/DELETIONS
Mr. Lewis moved for approval of the agenda, seconded by Mr. Lindell and unanimously
carried.
Permission to Recruit - Sanitation Supervisor
Mrs. Donna Mitchell, City Manager, reviewed the permission to recruit request and hiring
justification outline for the Sanitation Field Supervisor II position. She noted that Mr. Mike Hamlett
was previously supervising the Facilities, Sanitation, and Fleet Divisions and he was not able to do
any one of the jobs very well because he was spread among the three (3) different divisions and was
often on a sanitation truck due to vacancies. Mrs. Mitchell stated that she saw a need to provide
guidance and direction to the facilities maintenance staff, so she moved Mr. Hamlett over the
Fleet and Facilities Divisions. She advised members that she received an email from Mr. Hamlett
on October 5, 2018, extending his appreciation to all the department heads because the fleet division
was able to complete 100% of the monthly preventative maintenance (PMs) for vehicles for the first
time in five (5) years. She noted that prior to this, they had averaged from 10% to 50%.
Mrs. Mitchell stated that having someone dedicated to guide and supervisor the fleet employees has
made a big difference. She explained that she was requesting permission to recruit a Sanitation
Supervisor to allow Mr. Hamlett to focus on the Fleet and Facilities Division. Mrs. Mitchell advised
members that this position was not approved in this fiscal year’s budget, however, there is money
in the budget to cover it this year.
Mr. Sudler moved to recommend approval of the permission to recruit for the position of
Sanitation Field Supervisor II. The motion was seconded by Mr. Lewis and unanimously
carried.
Proposed Amendments to Financial Policy - Expenditure Policy #5 Use of Appropriations
Mrs. Donna Mitchell, City Manager, reviewed the proposed amendments to the Financial Policy -
Expenditure Policy #5 Use of Appropriations. She explained that the amendment would allow staff
to use personnel expense savings for capital investment purposes rather than to fund the unfunded
liabilities when bringing forward the carry-forward balances for the prior year’s budget.
Mrs. Mitchell stated that the unfunded liabilities will continue to be funded based on the actuarial
recommended percentages of payroll.
Staff recommended approval of the proposed amendments.
Mr. Cole moved to recommend approval of the proposed amendments, as recommended by
staff. The motion was seconded by Mr. Shevock and unanimously carried.
Mr. Lewis moved for adjournment of the Legislative, Finance, and Administration Committee
meeting. The motion was seconded by Mr. Cole and unanimously carried.
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Meeting adjourned at 6:06 p.m.
Mr. Cole moved for adjournment of the Special Council Committee of the Whole meeting. The
motion was seconded by Mr. Lindell and unanimously carried.
Meeting adjourned at 6:07 p.m.
William F. Hare
Acting Chair
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Monthly Report
September 2018
Office of City Assessor
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ASSESSOR’S REPORT
Number of Deeds Stamped for Transfer Tax Dollar Amount for
the Month of Sep. 2017/2018 the Month of Sep. 2017/2018
43 $200
50
Thousands
40 32 $109
26 24 $84 $34
30 19 15 $100
20 $26
10 0 3
5 4 2017 $0 $23 $4 $4
2017
0 $0
2018 2018
First Time Buyer for the Month Sep. 2017/2018 Realty Property
of Sep. 2017/2018 Sales in Dollars Received Prior to
Recording
50 43
$7
40 32 $8 $6
26 Res. Non‐First $5 $3
Millions
$6
30 19 Time Buyers $4 $2 $0
$0 $0
2017 $2
20 Res. First Time $0
10 Buyers 2018
0
2017 2018
Major Updates
July ‐ 18 Aug ‐ 18 Sept‐ 18
Assessment Change $1,491,700 $5,693,200 $1,372,800
Residential Sales Ratio Report
Sales in Study Total Assessed Total Sale Price Ratio PRD
Value
31 $5,136,100 $6,304,430 0.81 1.01
1
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ASSESSOR’S REPORT
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.
Points of Interest
Scanning & Filing
‐ All new deeds are being scanned and attached to the CAMA software for easy retrieval.
‐ All appeal documents and correspondence are being scanned and attached to the CAMA software for
easy retrieval.
‐ All old property record cards are being scanned and indexed into Fortis.
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10:44 AM SALES RATIO REPORT CA324
PARID NBHD LUC ADDRESS UNITS STYLE YRBLT STORIES SFLA GRADE CDU TOTAL APPR SALE DT PRICE ASR
ED05-056.20-01-01.00 18 R10 102 MAPLE GLEN DR 1 1 2009 2 1790 B AV 187,000 21-SEP-18 220,000
ED05-066.16-02-08.00 3 R10 34 LOST TREE CT 1 8 1987 2 2160 B- AV 185,100 20-SEP-18 220,000
ED05-066.16-02-24.00 3 R10 36 MAPLE DALE RD 1 5 2000 2 3957 A- AV 390,500 26-SEP-18 320,000
ED05-067.00-02-36.00 10 R20 650 COLLEGE RD 2 8 1972 1 2076 C AV 150,200 14-SEP-18 232,500
ED05-067.09-02-05.00 3 R10 282 TROON RD 1 5 1987 2 3522 B+ AV 327,400 14-SEP-18 420,000
ED05-067.15-05-21.00 10 R10 842 WOODCREST TRN 1 13 1984 2 1360 C AV 115,000 13-SEP-18 137,900
ED05-067.16-02-30.00 10 R10 215 COLUMBIA AVE 1 1 1934 2 1878 C+ AV 166,900 28-SEP-18 198,000
ED05-067.17-04-20.00 3 R10 136 SWEETGUM DR 1 6 1994 2 2164 B- AV 188,200 11-SEP-18 241,000
ED05-068.17-02-45.00 8 R10 212 N STATE ST 1 1 1884 1.5 3359 B AV 212,200 21-SEP-18 240,000
ED05-068.18-02-81.00 7 R10 42 N HALSEY RD 1 3 1951 1 1411 C GD 137,700 17-SEP-18 190,000
ED05-076.03-01-78.00 14 R10 169 W SHELDRAKE CIR 1 13 2009 2 1855 C+ AV 138,400 05-SEP-18 180,000
ED05-076.03-02-29.00 14 R10 392 PARADEE DR 1 13 2009 2 1760 C+ AV 130,600 28-SEP-18 155,000
ED05-076.05-03-45.00 14 R10 127 STONEY DR 1 8 1988 2 1763 C+ AV 139,000 24-SEP-18 180,000
ED05-076.05-06-17.00 14 R10 107 MATTHEW CT 1 5 1994 2 2250 C+ AV 164,100 21-SEP-18 220,000
ED05-076.06-02-01.00- 103 R50 6 ESSEX HALL 1 20 1973 1 794 B GD 56,800 11-SEP-18 55,000
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10:44 AM SALES RATIO REPORT CA324
PARID NBHD LUC ADDRESS UNITS STYLE YRBLT STORIES SFLA GRADE CDU TOTAL APPR SALE DT PRICE ASR
521
ED05-076.10-02-17.00 16 R10 15 MIFFLIN RD 1 14 1991 1 1524 C+ AV 141,800 14-SEP-18 192,610
ED05-076.10-02-32.00 16 R10 1514 FAWN ST 1 5 1989 2 2044 C+ AV 157,900 20-SEP-18 229,900
ED05-076.10-02-49.00 16 R10 1529 FAWN ST 1 5 1990 2 1293 C+ AV 129,100 21-SEP-18 209,000
ED05-076.12-02-64.00 9 R10 432 W REED ST 13 2017 2 1302 C+ AV 102,800 18-SEP-18 129,000
ED05-076.20-04-15.00 5 R10 961 SHANK RD 1 14 1991 1 1428 C AV 148,300 13-SEP-18 194,500
ED05-077.07-06-82.00 6 R10 356 NOB HILL RD 1 2018 2 1560 B- AV 183,600 14-SEP-18 213,490
ED05-077.07-06-83.00 6 R10 350 NOB HILL RD 14 2018 1 1352 B- AV 182,100 18-SEP-18 234,260
ED05-077.07-08-06.00 6 R10 339 BLUECOAT ST 14 2018 1 1352 B- AV 183,500 18-SEP-18 228,970
ED05-077.07-08-08.00 6 R10 335 BLUECOAT ST 1 2018 2 1920 B- AV 191,500 25-SEP-18 248,000
ED05-077.11-02-52.00 6 R10 604 ROBERTA AVE 1 16 1967 1 1345 C FR 109,800 27-SEP-18 187,500
ED05-077.18-02-48.00 4 R10 180 EVERGREEN DR 1 14 1952 1 1254 C FR 91,500 13-SEP-18 155,900
ED05-085.06-01-09.00 11 R10 35 RIVERSIDE RD 1 5 2005 2 2052 B AV 219,800 21-SEP-18 236,900
ED05-085.08-01-44.00 12 R10 17 STEWART CT 1 14 1962 1 1716 C GD 182,200 07-SEP-18 100,000
ED05-085.08-02-20.00 12 R10 495 FIDDLERS GRN 1 5 1964 2 1787 C+ AV 153,800 07-SEP-18 195,000
ED05-085.08-03-68.00 12 R10 317 FIDDLERS GRN 1 16 1966 1 1678 C+ AV 137,200 06-SEP-18 160,000
ED05-085.12-02-40.00 12 R10 301 MOCKINGBIRD AVE 1 16 1965 1 1800 C+ AV 132,100 28-SEP-18 180,000
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CITY COUNCIL COMMUNITY ENHANCEMENT FUND
JULY 1, 2018 - OCTOBER 29, 2018
110-1200-512.30-37
Current Balance - $19,992.22
COMMUNITY ENHANCEMENT FUND - $2,500 FOR EACH COUNCIL MEMBER PER
DISTRICT AND $5,000 FOR THE AT-LARGE COUNCIL MEMBER. THE PURPOSE OF THE
BUDGETED AMOUNT $25,000.00
FUND IS TO ALLOW MEMBERS TO CONTRIBUTE FUNDS TO A SMALL PROJECT OR
COMMUNITY NEEDS IN EACH DISTRICT.
TOTAL $25,000.00
COUNCIL P.O. #/ TOTAL YEAR TO
DATE SPONSOR VENDOR DESCRIPTION INVOICE # CHARGES DATE BALANCE
07/20/18 Hare Downtown Councilman Hare authorized $100.00 of his Email dated $100.00 $100.00 $24,900.00
Dover community enhancement funds for the 07/19/2018
Partnership Downtown Dover Partnership (DDP) Captial City from W illiam
(DDP) Farmers Market - Meet Me at the Market Hare to Traci
Thermal Bag McDowell and
Invoice from
DDP
07/23/18 Anderson Destiny Councilman Anderson authorized $500.00 of his Email dated $500.00 $600.00 $24,400.00
Christian Church community enhancement funds for the Destiny 07/19/2018
Christian Church for the Book Bag Drive for Low from David
Income Youth Anderson to
the City Clerk's
Office and
letter from
Pastor Jay
Mast dated
07/23/2018
07/24/18 Anderson Inner City Councilman Anderson authorized $1,260.00 of Email dated $1,260.00 $1,860.00 $23,140.00
Cultural League his community enhancement funds for the Inner 06/23/2018
City Cultural League - Summer Youth Programs from David
Anderson to
Janella
Tauchus and
letter from
Reuben
Salters dated
07/24/2018
07/26/18 Slavin Inner City Councilman Slavin authorized $1000.00 of his Email dated $1,000.00 $2,860.00 $22,140.00
Cultural League community enhancement funds for the Inner 07/26/2018
City Cultural League - All City Music from Timothy
Group/Program Slavin to Traci
McDowell and
letter from
Reuben
Salters dated
07/12/2018
10/29/18
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08/07/18 Lewis Delaware Councilman Lewis authorized the designation of Letter from $211.94 $3,071.94 $21,928.06
Multicultural and $211.94 of his community enhancement DEMCO dated
Civic funds to Delaware Multicultural and Civic 04/12/18 and
Organization Organization (DEMCO, Inc.) for the remaining an email dated
(DEMCO, Inc.) balance of the original requsted amount of 08/07/2018
$711.94 for Zeny Heat Press Machine Pro 6 in 1 from Brian
in the amount of $264.99 or Lego Mindstorms Lewis to Traci
Education EV3 Core Set in the amount of McDowell
$411.95 or RCA Voyager 7" 16GB Tablet
Android 6.0 in the amount of $35.00 ($500 was
issued from FY 2017/18 Budget)
08/10/18 Polce Connections Councilman Polce authorized the designation of Email dated $1,435.84 $4,507.78 $20,492.22
Community $1435.84 of his community enhancement funds 08/06/18 from
Support to Connections Community Support Programs Tanner Polce
Programs, Inc. and Health Management Associates for their and Traci
Healthy Neighborhoods Paramedicine Project. McDowell and
an email dated
08/03/18 from
Cheryl Heiks
director of
Health and
Policy and
Advocacy to
Tanner Polce
10/11/18 Hare Modern Maturity Councilman Hare authorized the designation of Email dated $500.00 $5,007.78 $19,992.22
Center $500.00 of his community enhancement funds 10/11/18 from
to Modern Maturity Center to be used for the W illiam Hare
remodeling of the showers for their pool to make to Janella
them safer for their clients Tauchus and a
letter dated
10/05/18 from
Carolyn
Fredricks,
President and
CEO of the
Modern
Maturity Center
to W illiam
Hare
$5,007.78 $19,992.22
$5,007.78 $19,992.22
$5,007.78 $19,992.22
$5,007.78 $19,992.22
10/29/18
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Budgeted District Council YTD Expenditures Balance
Amount Sponsor
$5,000.00 At-Large Slavin $1,000.00 $4,000.00
$2,500.00 1st District Lindell $2,500.00
$2,500.00 1st District Polce $1,435.84 $1,064.16
$2,500.00 2nd District Hare $600.00 $1,900.00
$2,500.00 2nd District Lewis $211.94 $2,288.06
$2,500.00 3rd District Cole $2,500.00
$2,500.00 3rd District Neil $2,500.00
$2,500.00 4th District Anderson $1,760.00 $740.00
$2,500.00 4th District Sudler $2,500.00
TOTAL $5,007.78 $19,992.22
10/29/18
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CITY MANAGER’S
MONTHLY
REPORT
SEPTEMBER 2018
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Average Disconnects
87
55 53 51 51 52 50 52 50 51 52
45 46 43 44 42
38 36
33 32 36 39
25 21 24 23
SEP-17 OCT-17 NOV-17 DEC-17 JAN-18 FEB-18 MAR-18 APR-18 MAY-18 JUN-18 JUL-18 AUG-18 SEP-18
Average Accounts Cut Per Day Average Accounts Available to Cut Per Day
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Work Orders Processed
2,500
2,000
1,500
1,000
500
0
SEP-17 OCT-17 NOV-17 DEC-17 JAN-18 FEB-18 MAR-18 APR-18 MAY-18 JUN-18 JUL-18 AUG-18 SEP-18
Sep- Oct- Nov- Dec- Jan- Feb- Mar- Apr- May- Jun- Jul- Aug- Sep-
17 17 17 17 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18
Series1 1,811 1,820 1,664 1,439 1,730 1,567 1,676 1,738 1,580 1,795 1,962 2,116 1,539
Payment Agreements / Extensions
800
700
600
500
400
300
200
100
0
Sep- Oct- Nov- Dec- Jan- Feb- Mar- Apr- May- Jun- Jul- Aug- Sep-
17 17 17 17 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18
Series1 525 554 455 448 688 740 522 441 452 410 483 562 465
CUSTOMER PAYMENT USAGE
80,000
60,000
40,000
20,000
0
Drive-Thru Over the Mail, Drop
Credit Cards Bank Drafts
Window Counter Box
2019 YTD 6,024 13,039 56,599 733 5,481
2018 YTD 6,862 14,040 54,913 662 5,580
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ELECTRIC DEPARTMENT
Electric Divisions
System Peak Total System Load Number of New
Month outages customers
Jan 17 63,172 Services
Jan 17 113.04
Feb 17 54,811 Oct 16 8 224 Oct 16 27
Feb 17 106.4
Mar 17 60,690 Nov 16 6 4293 Nov 16 41
Mar 17 108.2
Dec 16 5 207 Dec 16 37
Apr 17 107.03 Apr 17 54,062
Jan 17 3 12 Jan 17 40
May 17 133.93 May 17 57,823
Feb 17 1 2 Feb 17 31
June 17 155.81 June 17 70,081
Mar 17 4 160 Mar 17 15
July 17 162.88 July 17 79,883
Apr 17 4 114 Apr 17 58
Aug 17 157.18 Aug 17 74,534 May 17 5 148 May 17 58
Sept 17 64,235 June 17 7 3084 June 17 25
Sept 17 137.01
July 17 19 2556 July 17 90
Oct 17 129.11 Oct 17 59,890
Aug 17 8 1466 Aug 17 24
Nov 17 98.13 Nov 17 56,552 Sept 17 2 1094 Sept 17 31
Dec 17 108.57 Dec 17 62,992 Oct 17 5 2311 Oct 17 83
Jan 18 67,204 Nov 17 7 176 Nov 17 41
Jan 18 116.70
Dec 17 2 261 Dec 17 25
Feb 18 106.55 Feb 18 55,759
Jan 18 4 263 Jan 18 17
Mar 18 101.78 Mar 18 61,286 Feb 18 1 32 Feb 18 89
Apr 18 100.68 Apr 18 55,574 Mar 18 29 3635 Mar 18 52
May 18 63,188 Apr 18 6 521 Apr 18 48
May 18 127.43 May 18 5 301 May 18 46
June 18 146.76 June 18 68,290 June 18 9 315 June 18 18
July 18 160.51 July 18 78,686 July 18 3 972 July 18 34
Aug 18 82,843 Aug 18 4 87 Aug 18 81
Aug 18 165.16
Sep 18 5 1331 Sep 18 43
Sep 18 160.41 Sep 18 70,142
Electric Monthly Outage Report
The annual outage goal will be less than 295 minutes per customer, which is a Delaware Standard. This will be
measured by calculating the System Average Interruption Duration Index.
FY 19 YTD FY 18 FY 17
48.34 43.97 21.24
Outages Average Response Time
Goal is less than 30 minutes
Month Year-to-date Month Year-to-date
5 11 29.6 Minutes 35.53 Minutes
PROGRAM UPDATES SEP 18 SEP 17 FY19 YTD
Tree Trimming 270 114 945
Number of Oil Releases 1 1 1
Lost Time Accidents – All Electric Utility Divisions 1 0 1
New Services 43 31 115
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Fleet & Facilities Management Monthly Report
SEPTEMBER 2018
Fleet Maintenance
PM Work Orders Completed: 50 Number of Tire Repairs: 11 Number of Road Repairs: 5
Other Work Orders: 57 Repair Hours: 179.6 Road Repair Hours: 4
Total Work Orders: 107 Fabrication Hours: 1 Misc. Hours: 46.9
PM Hours: 132
# Of Scheduled PM’s: 29
# Of Scheduled PM’s: Completed: 29
Major Program Updates
SEPTEMBER SEPTEMBER
MEASURE 2018 2017 DIFFERENCE
Fleet Maintenance -
Scheduled Preventative
29 out of 29 9 out of 31
Maintenance appointments +70.97 %
100 % 29.03 %
being kept (Quantity and
Percentage)
Facilities Maintenance
Facilities - Routine work orders
21 out of 21 17 out of 17
completed within 5 days 0%
100 % 100 %
(Quantity and Percentage)
Facilities - Emergency work
4 out of 4
orders completed within 2 1 out of 1
100 % 0%
days (Quantity and 100 %
Percentage)
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HUMAN RESOURCES
September 2018
Sept Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb March April May June July Aug Sept Total
Category 17 17 17 17 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18
Caucasian* 291 288 285 285 288 290 293 293 292 291 287 291 293 n/a
Minorities* 77 74 75 75 76 77 77 77 77 76 76 77 80 n/a
Hired 8 1 1 3 5 3 5 1 2 1 1 6 10 47
Terminated/Resigned/ 6 6 3 3 1 0 5 2 3 1 5 1 3 39
Retired/Other
Transferred/Promoted 1 3 1 4 6 0 4 2 1 0 2 0 0 24
Jobs Posted 2 4 3 2 6 3 3 3 6 3 1 3 2 41
Workers Comp. Injuries 6 3 2 3 3 3 4 2 1 3 2 1 4 37
Workers Comp. Hours 173 202 227 352 106 75 199 261 153 250 199 11 61 2269
*343 Full-time Employees: Part-time Employees: 30 (3 Pitts Center, 1 Recreation, 17 Library, 1 Customer Service, 8 Police Department)
-Numbers do not reflect, temporary, seasonal, relief fire dispatchers, committee or council members.
Position Hired: Storekeeper/Buyer, Human Resource Coordinator, Assistant Controller/Treasurer, Librarian (PT), Electric Director, 4 Police Officers,
Library Page (PT)
Position Terminated/Resigned/Retired: Gardener I, Library Page (PT), Human Resource Coordinator
Positions on Terminal Leave: Assistant to Director of Council Affairs and Constituent Services – November
Recruitment Information (September)
Position Total Female Male Unknown Black White Hispanic Asian/Pacific American Two Or Unknown In Out
Islander Indian/Alaskan More Dover Dover
Native
MEO I-Streets 10 2 7 1 2 6 - - 1 - 1 8 2
MEO II-Sanitation 11 0 8 3 2 5 - - 1 - 3 7 4
Open or Currently Recruiting*
Open or Currently Sept Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb March April May June July Aug Sept
Recruiting by Dept. 17 17 17 17 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18
Electric 8 8 9 7 7 7 7 7 8 8 8 8 8
Public Works 13 13 12 14 11 9 6 6 6 6 8 8 10
Police .5 3.5 3.5 3.5 4.5 4.5 3 3 3.5 4.5 6.5 4 0.5
All Other Departments 8 10.5 11.5 9.5 8 6.5 7 7 6.5 6.5 7 8 10.5
Totals 29.5 35 36 34 30.5 27 23 23 24 25 29.5 28 29
*Not used for Budgeting Purposes
Electric: Substation Technician I, Linecrew Superintendent; System Operator I, Lineman 1st Class, Lineman 2nd class, Groundworker, Electric Meter
Technician Crew Leader
Public Works: Civil Engineer, Motor Equipment Operator I (Streets); Motor Equipment Operator II, (Sanitation); Motor Equipment Operator I,
(Sanitation), 2 Utility Maintenance Mechanic I (Wastewater), Water Treatment Plant Operator I, Supervisor of Sanitation Division, Arborist, Gardener
Police: 1 Cadet
All Other Departments: Parks and Recreation Director, Inspector I, Central Service Director, Contract & Procurement Manager, (2) Laborer II-Parks,
Mechanic I, Accountant II, Customer Service Clerk I (part-time); Library Page (PT), Building Supervisor (PT), (2) Library Assistant (PT)
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HUMAN RESOURCES
(Continued)
Turnover Statistics
2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018
Total Turnover % 5.57 6.75 11.00 10.91 6.02 12.05 8.68 15.36 7.07
Termination Turnover % 0.27 1.08 0.29 1.47 .57 .28 .54 1.92 .54
Resignation Turnover % 2.12 4.05 5.21 5.01 2.29 7.56 6.24 7.41 4.08
Retirement Turnover % 3.18 1.62 5.50 4.42 3.15 4.20 1.90 4.39 1.90
Other - - - - - - - 1.65 .27
2012 Healthcare cost sharing implemented; 2013 Healthcare cost sharing implemented for DOE
2016 RIF in Economic Development; 2018 RIF in Electric
Average Employees
2010 2011 2012* 2013* 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018
Total Number of Employees 21 25 38 37 21 42 32 56 26
Separating from Service
Average Number of Full-time 362 356 333 325 331 333 340 337 341
Employees
Average Number of Part-time 16 15 12 14 18 24 28 28 27
Employees
* Healthcare cost sharing implemented
Workers Compensation Cost CY 2018
$6
Department
$13
$2
$41
$5
$4
$2
$241
$70
$41
$25
Total Cost (In thousands)
$450,000
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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGIES
Service Requests Resolved
60 55
47
50
41
38 36
40 31
27 29 29
30 26
23 22 21
20
10
0
Sep-17 Oct-17 Nov-17 Dec-17 Jan-18 Feb-18 Mar-18 Apr-18 May-18 Jun-18 Jul-18 Aug-18 Sep-18
Programming Requests Completed
50 46
41
40 34 34 34 32
29 29 31
30 24
19 20 21
20
10
0
Sep-17 Oct-17 Nov-17 Dec-17 Jan-18 Feb-18 Mar-18 Apr-18 May-18 Jun-18 Jul-18 Aug-18 Sep-18
Page Views - City of Dover Web Page
30,000
25,000
20,000
Pages Viewed 26,767 28,232 27,108 27,702 27,304
15,000
23,269 25,155 24,783
20,417 22,554
19,913 19,305
17,293
10,000
5,000
0
Sep-17 Oct-17 Nov-17 Dec-17 Jan-18 Feb-18 Mar-18 Apr-18 May-18 Jun-18 Jul-18 Aug-18 Sep-18
Noteworty:
Continuing Tyler ERP training to end and power users.
Conducted User Acceptance Testing for Phase 1. Identified some issues with software.
Conducted Train the Trainer sessions.
Tyler ERP Phase 2 is in full swing and on schedule.
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September 2018
Monthly Report
Highlighted Special Events & Attendance:
History Book Club 15
Celebrate The Arts:Lenape Heritage Celebration 52
Fabulous Friday: The Pretty Crazies 27
"In Harmony....": Magdaliz & Her Trio Crisol 37
Total Items Checked Out: 22,048 Programs: Offered Attended
E-books: 3,072
Adult 67 666
New Library Cards: 420 Teens 31 186
Children 35 530
Library Card Holders: 32,195 Job Center 30 578
Service Area
Population: 62,527
Library Visitors: 24,047
Meeting Rooms Usage: 1,317
Computer Users: 4,119
Wireless Users: 1,703
Items Loaned to/Received
from Other Libraries: 6,793
Passport Services 140
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Parks & Recreation September 2018
Monthly Report
Parks & RecreaƟon Highlights
Spring & Summer Performing Arts on The Green. Our final performance, Bad Juju scheduled for
September 6 was a great finale. Be sure to thank Eden Hill Medical Center for this year’s financial
sponsorship and join us on next season star ng in May.
Master Planning for Dover Park. Staff is ready to move forward with implementa on. Priori es this
fiscal year are vegeta on management for safety; park entrance enhancements at the White Oak and
South entrances; resurfacing of the basketball courts; replacing basketball hoops; and repairing or
replacing fencing around the tennis courts.
SchuƩe Park Master Plan. Duffield Associates is working on the grading design plan. We an cipate
their final report in the near future.
Delaware Bicycle Council Grant. Representa ves from the Bike Council have reached out to see if the
city could fund the project presented if a par al grant was to be awarded. Staff is mee ng with the City
Manager to discuss funding op ons with only a par al grant awarded. Final grant award announcements
will be made October 4.
Veteran’s Stand Down. Schu e Park and the John W. Pi s Recrea on Center hosted the 2018 Veteran’s
Stand Down event. This event drew in several hundred veterans that received a variety of services
including clothing assistance, employment opportuni es health screenings, dental care and more. This
was a great event. We look forward to hos ng again in 2019.
Soccer League. Fall youth soccer got off to a great start with 270 children registered. This ever‐popular
league is enhanced by our partnership with Holy Cross and YMCA of Dover, which brought in another 15
teams to our league.
Bicycle/Pedestrian SubcommiƩee - Mee ng on September 11, the subcommi ee heard updates from DelDOT on
various bike/pedestrian related projects. Pedestrian issues for overgrowth of shrubbery/bushes that are blocking
sidewalk were discussed. They are scheduled to meet again October 6.
Silver Lake Commission - Mee ng on September 19, the commission elected Trish Arndt to replace Dean Holden as
chair. The commission heard an update on Public Works projects from Jason Lyon. The Silver Lake Clean Up event
was scheduled for October 13.
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Recreation Revenue Breakdown
September 2018
General Recrea on $581.00
Sports 0
Trips $360.00
Leagues $3,765.00
Building & Field Rentals $1,050.00
Camps 0
Youth Connec ons/CSW $727.00
September 2017
General Recrea on $1,197.50
Sports $265.00
Trips $259.00
Leagues $7,400.00
Building & Field Rentals $800.00
Camps 0
Youth Connec ons/CSW $2,068.00
September September
Facility Use Facility Usage By The Hour FYTD 19 FYTD 18
2018 2017
Open Gym 369.5 786.5 402 722.5
Fitness Classes 18.5 38.5 13 84
Leagues 47 160 70 282
Camps 0 808 0 925
Sports Classes 0 0 0 0
Meetings & Rentals 114 175 76 106
Enrichment Classes 2 10 0 0
Total Facility Usage Hours 551 1,978 561 2,119.5
Program AƩendance September September
Program Attendance** FYTD 19 FYTD 18
2018 2017
Total 4,096 10,595 3,424 12,786
Open Gym 200 561 232 610
Fitness Classes 29 108 67 322
Leagues 1,064 5,208 1,565 8,832
Camps 0 771 0 1,022
Sports Classes 0 0 0 0
Meetings & Rentals 2,803 3,947 1,560 2,000
Enrichment Classes 0 0 0 0
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PUBLIC WORKS
Construction Inspection
Subdivisions Site Development
The following required inspection services The following required inspection services
Seskinore Court The Grande, Building 4
Chestnut Grove Chesapeake Utilities Dover Campus
Clearview Meadows Eden Hill medical Center
Eden Hill Century Engineering Building
Nottingham Meadows Leander Lakes
Patriot Village Eden Hill Commercial Center
Tall Pines Islamic Society of Central Delaware
The Arbors Blue Hen Apartments
Enterprise Business Park
Dover Christian Church
Modern Maturity Center
MRMS Building
Capital Station
The Truck Store
Sanitation
Sanitation SEPTEMBER 18 FYTD 19 SEPTEMBER 17 FYTD 18
Trips to DSWA Sandtown Landfill 186 630 239 650
Total Tonnage to DSWA 1,080 3,491 1,308 3,663
90-Gallon Containers Delivered 22 126 89 261
300-Gallon Containers Delivered 30 30 0 0
Total Man Hours-containers Delivered 42 180 23 71
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CURBSIDE RECYCLING STATS TOTAL # OF TOTAL # OF
HOUSEHOLDS ACCOUNTS WEIGHT/LBS. AVE. LBS.
COLLECTED
September 2018 19,060 9,530 250,480 13.14
Streets SEPTEMBER 18 FYTD 19 SEPTEMBER 17 FYTD 18
Signed Installed 0 21 6 30
Signs Repaired 28 57 11 24
Curbs Painted Yellow (feet) 0 243 23 279
New Post Installed 5 18 6 18
Storm Catch Basins Repaired 1 11 3 5
Storm Catch Basin Repairing (Hrs.) 1 49 22 23
Storm Catch Basins Cleaned (LF) 2 230 18 38
Storm Catch Basins Cleaning (Hrs.) 1 9 21 36
Hot Mix Patching (Tons) 0 0 0 8
Hot Mix Patching (Hrs.) 0 0 0 8
Cold Mix Patching Hrs.) 8 28 9 28
Concrete Work (Hrs) 46 161 47 150
Concrete Patching (Cubic Yards) 9 21 6 23
Ditch Work (Hrs). 0 0 0 2
Street and Alley Maintenance (Hrs) 3 10 1 35
Street Sweeping (Miles) 1,439 4,590 1,601 4,870
Street Sweeping (Cubic Yards) 128 283 124 326
Leaves Collected (Cubic Yards) 16 16 144 144
Leaf Collection (Miles) 6 6 163 163
GROUNDS
Work Orders
Total Work Orders = 2 General = 1 Arborist = 1
Arborist Crew SEPTEMBER 18 SEPTEMBER 17
Trees Trimmed 42 45
Trees Removed 11 2
Stumps Removed 0 2
Trees Planted 0 0
Root Pruning 52 4
Mowing Crew
Continued mowing the mow routes.
Spraying of weeds to control vegetation.
Litter Removal
Litter is being picked up on City properties as per the weekly schedule.
Litter person has been diligent in the reporting of destruction in City parks
Miscellaneous
Assisted Street Department with root pruning for new sidewalk locations.
Tree crew started Christmas light removal on The Plaza.
Removed hanging baskets from Loockerman Street
Removed 3 bees nest from City Parks and 4 from City streets.
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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS (GIS)
Public Works DSWA Billing detail update. Had to rework the entire procedure
due to DSWA not providing the bill in excel format anymore.
Public Works Created a Flood Hazard map of Bay Tree Development based on revised FEMA data.
Public Works Created Water, Storm Water, and Sanitary Sewer plan maps for MISS Utility Tickets.
Public Works Updated the Parcels, Rentals, and Active AHIs layers for the month.
Public Works Prepared and formatted multiple layers for distribution to the ESRI Community Basemap
Public Works Created a spreadsheet and shapefile of sign assets with the street they are on.
Public Works KCI MS4 Deliverable QC
Public Works Put floodplains on Public Works app and configured it to display information requested by
engineering.
Public Works Added new data points to the LCR Sample Points map. Printed a 30"x40" copy
for the requester.
Public Works Converted Street painting points to linework. Got the linear mileage of the street
and curb painting. Exported concreted swales data. Sent to requester.
Water/Wastewater Divisions
Aug 17 Sept 17 Oct 17 Nov 17 Dec 17 Jan 18 Feb 18
Total Water Prod. 183,352,000 172,501,000 172,453,000 134,533,000 140,498,000 150,207,000 135,361,000
Billed Consumpt. 169,521,000 169,521,000 159,271,000 136,701,000 132,513,000 127,083,000 134,942,000
Total Flow To County 178,219,000 139,090,000 153,736,000 120,538,000 109,877,000 137,422,000 123,368,000
City Readings 167,858,838 144,462,028 168,885,523 123,758,466 121,387,764 143,955,874 132,879,690
March 18 April 18 May 18 June 18 July 18 Aug 18 Sept 18
Total Water Prod. 146,460,000 138,387,000 129,854,000 133,475,000 164,472,000 199,107,000 176,819,000
Billed Consumpt. 123,994,000 138,221,000 110,219,000 115,304,000 115,304,000 166,399,000 186,664,000
Total Flow To County 157,050,000 143,889,000 186,816,000 170,623,000 171,703,000 138,711,000 156,820,000
City Readings 143,858,810 140,530,063 178,798,232 178,748,559 150,646,638 146,729,718 149,355,651
ENGINEERING SUMMARY
Major Program Updates SEPTEMBER 18 SEPTEMBER 17 DIFF FY19 YTD FY18 YTD
State and Federal Violations 0 0 0 0 0
Water Quality Complaints 12 14 -2 37 23
Plan Review Completed Within
30 days of Submission 5 8 -3 26 26
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OPERATIONAL SUMMARY
Task SEPTEMBER 18 SEPTEMBER 17 CURRENT FY
Water Production - Daily Average 5,893,967 5,750,033 2,556,868,000
Average Field Response Time (goal is <30 minutes) 19 17 20
Water Mains Repaired 1 0 4
Water Service Lines Repaired 2 0 9
Wastewater Mains Repaired 0 0 0
Wastewater Service Lines Repaired 1 2 2
Sewer Lines Flushed - linear feet 42,861 89,289 249,355
Sewer Mains Videoed -linear feet 0 1,361 1,587
Sewer Manholes Cleaned 219 442 1,267
Total Fire Hydrants in Service 1,839 1,839 1,839
Total Water Meters in City Distribution System 13,458 12,612 13,458
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City Planner’s Monthly Report
Department of Planning & Inspections
SEPTEMBER 2018
Planning & Inspections Highlights
Some Items to Call to Your Attention
Activity Remains at High Levels in 2018
The 2019 Comprehensive Plan project activities continue to domi-
nate work of the Department with on-going data collection, research
and related efforts and drafting of key components of the plan docu-
ment continuing to take up much of the available resources in the
Planning Office. Outreach initiatives with key stakeholder groups
continues. Staff has completed Preliminary Drafts of the 2019 Plan
Goals and Recommendations, the Land Development Plan Map, and
the Annexation Plan Map and proposed future land uses. Outreach
has been made to neighboring jurisdictions and the County to ad-
dress the intergovernmental coordination element of the plan.
Ordinances relating to manufactured housing, industrial zones ad-
dressing potential uses in the Kent County Aeropark and at the Civil
Air Terminal, and vehicle signage were approved by City Council.
Ordinance changes relating to Dangerous Buildings are under re-
view. A marketing strategies including renaming of the Garrison Oak
Technical Park are being developed.. Construction activity remains
strong with major apartment projects, new single family residences,
tenant fit-outs of new buildings, and sitework and permits for large
commercial projects taking place.
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PROGRESS IN PICTURES
CREEKSTONE—1198B SOUTH GOVERNORS AVENUE
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PROGRESS IN PICTURES
ABC Learning Academy at 822 S. State Street
“Johnstone Supply”
890 New Burton Road
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PROGRESS IN PICTURES
Clearview Meadow
337 Bluecoat St.
Clearview Meadow
339 Bluecoat St.
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Planning & Inspection Revenues
FY2019 Actual
Revenue Stream FY2019 Budget (YTD) September % of Budget
Business License $1,470,000 $ 1,361,978 93%
MH/Trailer License $19,000 $ 11,174 59%
Building Permits $800,000 $ 125,374 16%
Cert. of Occupancy $16,000 $ 3,275 20%
Public Occupancy $25,000 $ 925 4%
Lodging House $14,000 $ 28 0%
Plumbing/Heating/
Air $115,000 $ 46,218 40%
Rental Inspection
Fee $437,000 $ 1,997 0%
Miscellaneous $30,000 $ 6,690 22%
Fire Protection
Fees $70,000 $ 15,882 23%
Code Enforcement
Fines $35,000 $ 12,425 36%
Vacant Building
Reg. $250,000 $ 54,875 22%
Total P&I Revenue $3,281,000 $1,640,841 50%
30-Sep-18
PERSONNEL AND TRAINING
Dawn Melson-Williams (Principal Planner) attended a workshop entitled
“NFIP Training for Floodplain Administrators” on September 12, 2018.
Matthew Brown received the 5-year service award with the City of Dover in
September.
PLANNING OFFICE
The Planning Office is part of the review process for certain types of construction
activity permits (Building Permits, Sign Permits, etc.) and Certificate of Occupan-
cy permits. For September 2018, Planning Staff was involved with review of 68
Permits and 17 Certificates of Occupancy permits. This results in a 2018 calendar
year-to-date total of 852 Permits and Certificates of Occupancy (2017 calendar
year-to-date total of 860 Permits and COs compared to 846 for 2016). Staff also
reviews new applications for Business Licenses and Rental Dwelling Permits.
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2019 Comprehensive Plan
The Planning Office continues the planning and research necessary for the update of the 2008
Comprehensive Plan. Project information and Preliminary Draft Maps are available on the
Comprehensive Plan website: https://www.cityofdover.com/2019-comprehensive-plan
Planning Staff continues to conduct data gathering meetings with various City Departments,
agencies, and stakeholders and has begun the drafting of the plan text. On September 27 th,
Planning Staff presented information on the Comprehensive Plan and held a discussion with
students and guests at a Wesley College class (Dr. Tony DePrima’s Land Use & the Environ-
ment class).
Construction Activity
• Construction activities continue at several multi-family residential projects including Le-
ander Lakes Apartments (S-12-18), Phase 2 of the Blue Hen Apartment Complex (S-
15-12), and the reconstruction of Liberty Court Apartments (S-16-22).
• There is residential construction activity continuing with permits issued this month in
Clearview Meadows PND and the Downtown Development District area.
• Certificates of Occupancy were issued to an apartment building at Blue Hen Apartment
Phase 2, seven (7) one-family detached dwelling units, and one manufactured home.
• Building Permits were issued for a building addition to the Child Day Center at 868 South
State Street; renovations to the Brandywine Valley SPCA property at 1757 Horsepond
Road; a parking lot expansion at 270 Beiser Boulevard (S-18-05); and other projects.
• Building Permits were issued for the Clubhouse Building at 90 Saulsbury Road associat-
ed with The Grande Apartment Complex PND-SCHO (C-16-04); the DGKP Office &
Warehouse Building Project at 1351 West North Street (S-18-01);
• A series of Certificates of Occupancy were issued for renovation projects at 890 New Bur-
ton Road, for warehouse units on Cassidy Drive, and for the tenant fit-out of 822 South
State Street for a Child Day Care Center.
September 2018) FY19 TOTAL FOR FY19
New Home Permits Issued 5 21
Value of Commercial Projects $2,613,888.00 $9,263,194.00
Downtown Incentives (Fees $229.00 $4,149.50
Waived)
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BOARD AND COMMISSION ACTIVITY
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission met on September 17, 2018. The next Planning Commission
meeting is scheduled for October 15, 2018. The following applications were considered:
• S-16-18 Loockerman Way Redevelopment Master Plan: Two Mixed Use Buildings at
126 West Loockerman Street -The Planning Commission moved to approve a one-year
extension for S-16-18 Loockerman Way Redevelopment Master Plan.
• Z-18-01 Lands of the Clyde Corporation at 127, 129, 133 and 135 Roosevelt Avenue –
The Planning Commission moved to recommend approval to City Council for Z-18-01
Lands of the Clyde Corporation at 127, 129, 133 and 135 Roosevelt Avenue (for Re-
zoning to RG-2) due to its compliance with the Comprehensive Plan and its similar
growth opportunities to near properties.
• AX-18-02 Lands of Steven E. Andrew at 179 Mifflin Road—The Planning Commis-
sion moved to recommend approval of the annexation application for the parcel ad-
dressed as 179 Mifflin Road and to recommend approval of the rezoning of the proper-
ty from the Kent County zoning classification of RS-1 to the City of Dover zoning
classification of R-8 (One Family Residence Zone).
• C-18-04 Little Kids Swagg Learning Center LLC at 631 Ridgley Street: Child Day
Care Center -The Planning Commission moved to grant conditional approval for the
conversion of an existing 7,800 S.F. one-story building into a Child Day Care Center to
serve up to 100 children with conditions of approval outlined in the Development Ad-
visory Committee (D.A.C.) Report dated September 5, 2018.
• SB-18-03: Lands of Larlham Construction LLC at 35 & 39 North New Street -The
Planning Commission moved to grant conditional approval of the Minor Subdivision
Plan to re-subdivide the existing two (2) parcels of land at 35 & 39 North New Street
into three (3) parcels of 5,174 SF, 1,650 SF, and 2,988 SF totaling 9,822 SF (0.22
acres), and reorient them away from having a North New Street frontage, to having in-
stead a Fulton Street frontage. This is for development of the lots with townhouse
units.
• SB-18-04 Minor Subdivision Plan Bay Road Office Park at 550 Bay Road –The Plan-
ning Commission moved to grant conditional approval of the Minor Subdivision Plan
to combine the current Lots 1 and 2 into one single parcel, while subdividing the sec-
tions of Lot 1 currently planned to contain the two smaller office buildings into their
own lots as the new Lot 2 and Lot 3. The new Lot 1 would be 4.16 +/- acres, Lot 2
would be 1.20 +/- acres, and Lot 3 would be 1.10 +/- acres.
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Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment met on September 19, 2018. The next Board of Adjustment
meeting is scheduled for October 17, 2018.
Applicant #V-18-06—The Board of Adjustment moved to grant the variance from the
requirements of the Zoning Ordinance, Article 3 §20.54 and Article 4 §4.16 pertaining to
the maximum lot coverage of parcels in the IPM (Industrial Park Manufacturing) Zone.
Specifically, the applicant proposes to add 24 parking spaces, increasing the impervious
lot coverage on the site from 64.44% to 66.03%. The maximum lot coverage for the IPM
zone is 65%.
Applicant #V-18-07 – The Board of Adjustment considered the Withdrawal Request and
moved to grant the withdrawal of the sign variance application requested from the re-
quirements of the Zoning Ordinance, Article 5 §4.7 pertaining to the maximum size of
permitted signs. Specifically, the applicant was seeking to permit one (1) wall sign at a
size between 352 SF and 424 SF, in lieu of the maximum 32 SF permitted.
Historic District Commission
The Historic District Commission met on September 20, 2018. The next Historic District
Commission meeting is scheduled for October 18, 2018. The Commission heard updates
on permit activity in the Historic District Area. Staff also provided an update on the 2019
Comprehensive Plan project activities.
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN IMPLEMENTATION
Planning Staff continues to focus on the various implementation items identified in the
2008 Comprehensive Plan as amended.
• The Planning Office continues to be involved in the Restoring Central Dover Com-
munity Plan implementation.
• Planning Staff continues Dover’s Downtown Development District program manage-
ment.
• Planning Staff attended the Delaware Population Consortium’s September meeting
where additional data on the next set of statewide population projections was present-
ed; the next set of population projects will be issued later this fall.
• Development of Text Amendments to the Zoning Ordinance on the following:
• On September 24, 2018 City Council adopted Ordinance #2018-01 (including
Staff Substitute #1 with Planning Commission Amendments #1) consisting of
Text Amendments to the Manufactured Housing and Land Lease Communities
sections of Dover Code and Zoning Ordinance. (MI-18-03).
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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM
CDBG FY18 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.
Dover Interfaith Mission for Housing
CDBG funds will be used to provide operations cost for the shelter.
Connections Community Support Program
CDBG funds will be used to provide rapid re-housing/rental assis-
tance services for homeless households within the City.
Milford Housing Homeowner Rehabilitation/Emergency
Home Repair Programs
CDBG funds will be used to rehabilitate existing owner-occupied
housing in the City that is in violation of the City’s Housing Code and
complete emergency home repairs to eliminate housing conditions
that threaten the health and safety of low income homeowners.
Habitat for Humanity
CDBG funds will be used to complete exterior renovations to existing
owner-occupied homes in the Restoring Central Dover Revitalization
area.
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Code Enforcement Activity—SEPTEMBER
Case Type # cases current # cases % staff initiated % staff initiated
month YTD (July current month YTD
2018 to
June 2019)
No valid Rental Permit 0 6 0% 67%
No valid Building Permit 1 14 100% 76%
Tall grass and weeds 64 184 42% 60%
Unregistered vehicle 8 18 25% 70%
Abandoned vehicle 1 7 100% 55%
Annual Housing Inspection 16 74 75% 68%
Property Maintenance – 9 65 88% 66%
Exterior
Electric Termination 6 30 100% 95%
Dover Code of Ordinances 2 38 0% 45%
Zoning 1 4 0% 78%
Total Cases Opened 108 440
Total # of Inspections For 313
Month
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Dangerous Buildings, Vacant Buildings & Demolitions
954 Lincoln Street—The property was condemned and taken forward to City Council as a
dangerous building on November 7, 2016. Council ordered the owner to demolish the
structure by December 7, 2016. The asbestos survey and abatement have been completed.
The mortgage company has requested time to make renovations. No repairs have been
made as of December. A renovation permit has been approved and work has been ongo-
ing.
526 Fulton Street—The dwelling has been demolished.
113 Davis Circle— The dwelling has been demolished.
350 Martin Street—Lien search requested. This property is condemned as unfit for hu-
man occupancy.
437 S. Governors Avenue—Lien search requested. This property is condemned as unfit
for human occupancy.
Vacant Buildings—During the month of September sixteen (16) additional buildings were
registered as vacant, and $9,750.00 in vacant building registration fees were collected.
DANGEROUS BUILDING—
437 S. GOVERNORS AVENUE
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Building Inspections & Licensing Summary
September
2017—
Sept. 2018–
Current July 2019 September 2017 June 2018
PERMITTING AND LICENSING
Permits Issued SEPT (2018) SEPT (2017)
FY 19 FYTD 19 FY18 FYTD 18
Administrative Permit 7 13 4 11
Building Addition/Renovation Permits 15 96 24 103
Building Permits
27 74 21 94
Demolition Permits
2 8 3 9
Fence Permits 15 37 8 33
Fire Prevention Permits 9 25 2 45
Mechanical Permits
68 162 38 152
Plumbing Permits
30 186 115 255
Sign Permits 25 49 19 52
Swimming Pool Permits
1 4 0 2
Subtotal 654 756
Business Licenses 135 1808 142 1865
Merchant Licenses
26 312 29 315
Contractor Licenses
106 1005 84 1012
Subtotal 3125 3192
Lodging House Licenses
0 0 0 0
Public Occupancy
14 38 11 26
Rental Dwelling 10 50 12 46
Subtotal 88 72
Manufactured Homes
53 241 40 253
BUILDING INSPECTIONS
Inspections SEPT (2018) SEPT (2017)
FY 19 FYTD 19 FY18 FYTD 18
Building (Inspections/CBI/Site Meetings)
793 1448 412 1464
Plumbing/Mechanical
550 1495 641 1768
Certificate of Occupancy 17 54 16 62
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Fire Marshal’s Office—At a Glance
The Fire Marshal’s Office investigated six (6)
incidents during the month of September to in-
clude a major fire loss at Dover Hall in English
Village. We also were assisted by the Dover Po-
lice Department who arrested an individual for
an incendiary fire.
We are finishing up hotel and motel inspections
and will be starting apartments next.
Month Year to Date Previous Year to Date
Annual Fire & Life Safety Inspections 24 42 44
Deficiencies From the Above Inspections 49 183 289
Fire Code Violations/Deficiencies/Complaints 43 106 61
C/O & Fire Equipment Acceptance Tests 9 31 43
Meetings & Walk Through 25 51 56
Fire Plan Review & DAC 13 36 61
Month Year to Date Previous Year to Date
Accidental 1 totaling $25,000 6 totaling $25,750 12 totaling $162,500
Undetermined 1 totaling $80,000 1 totaling $80,000 1 totaling $7,500
Incendiary 4 totaling $600 4 totaling $600 15 totaling $21,502
Arrest Made with DPD 1 1 0
Investigation Time 16 hours 25 hours 42 hours
Injuries 0 0 0
Deaths 0 0 0
Please feel free to contact our office at any time with any questions or concerns. Thank you!
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PLEASE NOTE – THIS REPORT PROVIDES TOP LINE INFORMATION ON THE OPERATING
FUNDS. IF YOU WOULD LIKE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, PLEASE FEEL FREE TO
CONTACT THE FINANCE DEPARTMENT.
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Finance Department & Procurement and Inventory Monthly Report September 2018
CITY OF DOVER
ACTIVITY REPORTS
SEPTEMBER 2018
FINANCE DEPARTMENT ACTIVITY LEVELS
FY18 YTD FY19 YTD
BANK TRENDS
Number of Deposits Made (Hand, ACH & Wire, Lockbox) 1,660 1,862
Total Amount of All Deposits $ 44,361,087 $ 45,741,422
Other Activity
Number of Pay Periods 7 7
Number of Payroll Checks & Direct Deposits Issued 2,765 2,765
Number of Pension Checks Issued 762 770
Total Pension Benefits Paid - Defined Benefit Plan $ 1,355,991 $ 1,375,604
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE
Number of Check Vouchers 1,555 1,684
Number of EFT Vouchers 608 700
Vouchers Dollar Amount Disbursed $ 18,701,215 $ 20,563,855
FY18 YTD Wages FY19 YTD Wages
$67,738 $67,473
$46,502 $38,888
$144,355 $130,452
$208,914 $76,621
$162,143
$149,787
$476,997
$421,604
$377,313 $430,284
$4,523,984 $4,554,948
Regular All over time
Regular
All over time
Vacation Sick
Vacation
Sick Terminal Leave - Retiree Vacation/Sick Payout Personal
Terminal Leave - Retiree Vacation/Sick Payout
Personal Other
Comp Time
Comp Time
Other
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Finance Department & Procurement and Inventory Monthly Report September 2018
City of Dover
General Fund Summary
Fiscal Year to Date (September 2018)
Revenues
Budget Actual %
Property & Transfer Taxes $ 14,733,700 $ 13,563,149 92%
Program Revenues 10,947,800 3,062,171 28%
Utility Transfers 11,000,000 2,749,990 25%
Grants 679,500 24,483 4%
Interfund Services 5,640,100 1,285,006 23%
All Other* 978,400 70,276 7%
$ 43,979,500 $ 20,755,075 47%
*Includes: Franchise Fees, Miscellaneous Revenues, Garrison Farm Rent,
Verizon Grant and Other Reserves
Expenditures
Budget Actual %
Program Expenditures $ 27,552,700 $ 6,154,808 22%
Interfund Services 9,988,300 2,276,024 23%
Debt Service 500,000 117,833 24%
Post Retirement Benefits 1,894,900 473,730 25%
Pension Fund Contributions 1,051,000 146,250 14%
Capital Project Transfers 3,013,800 753,450 25%
All Other* 1,818,000 252,565 14%
$ 45,818,700 $ 10,174,660 22%
*Includes: DDP Contribution, Misc. Grant Exp., Bank and CC Fees, Street Lights
Expense, transfer to Electric I&E, Other Employment Expense &
Uncollectibles: Trash and Other.
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Finance Department & Procurement and Inventory Monthly Report September 2018
General Fund Revenues
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 Program Revenues Utility Transfers Grants Interfund Services All Other*
Taxes
Budget Actual
General Fund Expenditures
30,000,000
25,000,000
20,000,000
15,000,000
10,000,000
5,000,000
-
Budget Actual
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Finance Department & Procurement and Inventory Monthly Report September 2018
City of Dover
Water/Wastewater Fund Summary
Fiscal Year to Date (September 2018)
Revenues
Budget Actual %
Customer Sales $ 14,150,400 $ 3,922,056 28%
Impact Fees 870,000 534,792 61%
Rents 400,600 11,329 3%
Miscellaneous 69,600 21,795 31%
$ 15,490,600 $ 4,489,972 29%
Expenditures
Budget Actual %
Program Expenses $ 4,044,400 $ 859,887 21%
Kent County Treatment Fee 3,750,000 1,024,555 27%
Interfund Services 1,764,600 414,335 23%
Debt Service 1,131,700 235,658 21%
Post Retirement Benefits 256,900 53,800 21%
Capital Project Transfers 3,600,000 900,000 25%
Electric I&E Transfer 298,000 - 0%
General Fund Transfer 1,000,000 250,020 25%
All Other* 98,000 7,421 8%
$ 15,943,600 $ 3,745,676 23%
*Includes: Bank & CC Fees, Bond Issuance Cost, Other Employment Expenses
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Finance Department & Procurement and Inventory Monthly Report September 2018
Water/Wastewater Revenues
16,000,000
14,000,000
12,000,000
10,000,000
8,000,000
6,000,000
4,000,000
2,000,000
-
Customer Sales Impact Fees Rents Miscellaneous
Budget Actual
Water/Wastewater Expenses
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 Kent County Interfund Debt Service Post Capital Project Electric I&E General Fund All Other*
Expenses Treatment Fee Services Retirement Transfers Transfer Transfer
Benefits
Budget Actual
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Finance Department & Procurement and Inventory Monthly Report September 2018
City of Dover
Electric Fund Summary
Fiscal Year to Date (September 2018)
Revenues
Budget Actual %
Customer Sales $ 82,491,700 $ 24,535,285 30%
Distribution of Earnings (2,877,400) (864,162) 30%
All Other* 951,200 332,073 35%
$ 80,565,500 $ 24,003,196 30%
*Includes: Weyandt Hall Rents, Miscellaneous Revenue, Interest Earnings
Expenditures
Budget Actual %
Power Supply & Generation $ 48,600,100 $ 12,590,519 26%
Electric Operating Division Exp. 6,614,900 1,309,818 20%
Interfund Services 3,875,500 870,671 22%
Debt Service 1,584,700 391,586 25%
Post Retirement Benefits 721,400 180,360 25%
Capital Project Transfers 6,400,000 1,600,000 25%
General Fund Transfer 10,000,000 2,499,990 25%
Depreciation Reserve 2,500,000 - 0%
All Other* 2,184,800 502,661 23%
$ 82,481,400 $ 19,945,605 24%
*Includes: Bank & CC Fees, Utility Tax, Interest on Deposit, Legal Exp., Green
Energy, A/R Write-offs, Other Employment Expenses
Megawatt Hours Sold & Purchased Rev. Budget Actual
Sales to Customers MWh (excl. Street Light MWh) 741,430 225,367
Sales per MWh $105.63 $103.40
Purchased/Generated MWh 772,323- 237,817-
All In MWh Supply & Generation $62.93 $52.94
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Finance Department & Procurement and Inventory Monthly Report September 2018
Electric Fund - Revenues
Millions
$(10) $- $10 $20 $30 $40 $50 $60 $70 $80 $90
Budget
Actual
Customer Sales Distribution of Earnings All Other*
Electric Fund - Expenditures
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
- Electric Post
Power Supply Interfund Capital Project General Fund Depreciation
Operating Debt Service Retirement All Other*
& Generation Services Transfers Transfer Reserve
Division Exp. Benefits
Budget $48,600,100 6,614,900 3,875,500 1,584,700 721,400 6,400,000 10,000,000 2,500,000 2,184,800
Actual $12,590,519 1,309,818 870,671 391,586 180,360 1,600,000 2,499,990 - 502,661
Budget Actual
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Finance Department & Procurement and Inventory Monthly Report September 2018
City of Dover
Division Expense Summary (General Fund)
Fiscal Year to Date (September 2018)
Budget Actual % General Fund Divisions % of Budget
City Clerk $ 442,500 $ 112,860 26%
Council 144,800 26,325 18% Mayor
Tax Assessor 244,500 63,680 26% Human Resources
Fire 789,800 185,747 24% Customer Services
Grounds 1,195,000 277,692 23% Vehicle Maintenance
Library 1,767,400 429,157 24%
Procurement & Inventory
Recreation 1,000,600 174,566 17%
Engineering
Life Safety 504,200 127,114 25%
Code Enforcement 610,500 104,249 17% Facilities Management
Planning 568,200 138,868 24% Pub. Services Administration
Public Inspections 568,100 156,310 28% Finance
Police 16,737,500 3,867,874 23% Information Technology
Police Extra Duty 600,000 89,197 15%
City Manager
Streets 1,409,100 215,228 15%
Sanitation
Sanitation 2,475,200 544,824 22%
City Manager 1,005,200 185,014 18% Streets
Information Technology 731,000 250,212 34% Police Extra Duty
Finance 946,200 182,334 19% Police
Pub. Services Administration 720,800 168,606 23%
Public Inspections
Facilities Management 657,900 147,641 22%
Planning
Engineering 277,600 57,994 21%
Procurement & Inventory 721,000 147,793 20% Code Enforcement
Vehicle Maintenance 832,500 219,795 26% Life Safety
Customer Services 1,197,100 262,834 22% Recreation
Human Resources 485,600 102,522 21% Library
Mayor 173,700 18,161 10%
Grounds
$ 36,806,000 $ 8,256,597
Fire
Tax Assessor
Council
City Clerk
0% 5% 10% 15% 20% 25% 30% 35% 40%
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Finance Department & Procurement and Inventory Monthly Report September 2018
City of Dover
Utilities Summary
Fiscal Year to Date (September 2018)
Water/Wastewater Divison Expenses
Budget Actual %
Engineering & Inspection $ 502,400 $ 103,071 21%
Water Department 750,000 138,395 18%
Water Treatment Plant 1,805,800 394,653 22%
Wastewater Department 986,200 223,768 23%
$ 4,044,400 $ 859,887
Electric Division Expenses
Budget Actual %
Transmission/Distribution $ 3,673,500 $ 767,544 21%
Electrical Engineering 1,223,500 227,441 19%
Administration 625,400 66,409 11%
Meter Reading 401,800 97,920 24%
Systems Operations 690,700 150,504 22%
$ 6,614,900 $ 1,309,818
Water/Wastewater Division % of Budget
Wastewater Department
Water Treatment Plant
Water Department
Engineering & Inspection
0% 5% 10% 15% 20% 25%
Electric Division % of Budget
Systems Operations
Meter Reading
Administration
Electrical Engineering
Transmission/Distribution
0% 5% 10% 15% 20% 25% 30%
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Finance Department & Procurement and Inventory Monthly Report September 2018
City of Dover
Capital Outlay Summary (All Funds)
Fiscal Year to Date (September 2018)
General Fund Budget Actual %
Fire $ 222,500 $ 158,559 71%
Grounds Maintenance 188,000 8,700 5%
Recreation 536,100 23,670 4%
Police 512,000 46,118 9%
Sanitation 34,400 - 0%
Streets 2,215,000 1,620 0%
Information Technology 57,600 12,264 21%
Facilities Management 28,800 - 0%
General Fund Capital Projects $ 3,794,400 $ 250,931 7%
Water/Wastewater Fund
Water $ 515,300 $ 27,602 5%
Wastewater 2,505,200 103,649 4%
Water Treatment Plant 4,000,000 9,254 0%
Water/Wastewater Capital Projects $ 7,020,500 $ 140,505 2%
Electric Fund
Electric Generation $ 1,546,000 $ 93,221 6%
Transmission/Distribution 1,383,000 131,853 10%
Electrical Engineering 2,245,500 73,382 3%
Electric Administration 1,175,200 - 0%
ERP System 548,000 86,060 16%
Electric Capital Projects $ 6,897,700 $ 384,516 6%
Total Capital Projects $ 17,712,600 $ 775,952 4%
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Finance Department & Procurement and Inventory Monthly Report September 2018
Capital Outlay - All Divisions
3,000,000
2,500,000
2,000,000
1,500,000
1,000,000
500,000
-
Budget Actual
Capital Outlay - By Fund
8,000,000
7,000,000
6,000,000
5,000,000
4,000,000
3,000,000
2,000,000
1,000,000
-
Budget Actual
General Fund Capital Projects Water/Wastewater Capital Projects Electric Capital Projects
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Finance Department & Procurement and Inventory Monthly Report September 2018
Procurement & Inventory Report
Measure FY 2019 FY 2018 DIFFERENCE
Issue Effectiveness – How often the
FY 2019 (To date) FY 2018 (Total)
warehouse has what the departments
[667/(667+45)]*100 [4,471/(4,471+168)]*100 -2.70%
need when it’s needed.
93.68% 96.38 %
[issues / (issues + back orders)] * 100
Turn Over Rate – Indicates that the
material stocked is the material being
0.89 Turnovers per year 0.84 Turnovers per year +0.05 Turnovers per year
used. (2018-2019 Goal 1 per year)
WITHOUT TRANSFORMERS
REQUESTING
BID NUMBER TERM
COMMODITY DEPARTMENT STATUS as of October 4, 2018
Ambulance Services 19-0001CM Three Year City Manager Forwarded to Kay Sass on 7/30/2018.
Diversity & Inclusion 19-0002HR One Time Human Resources Forwarded to H/R on 9/14/2018.
FY 18 I&I Relining Project 19-0003PW One Time Public Works Forwarded to Public Works on 8/14/2018.
Underground Utility Locating Services 19-0004COD Three Year P/W & Electric Forwarded to Electric/Public Works on 8/23/2018
Lakewood Place Water Main
19-0005PW One Time Public Works Forwarded to Public Works on 9/19/2018
Replacement
Joint Transformer Bid 02-2018 Two Year Procurement Bid opening scheduled for October 4, 2018 @ 7:00 pm
Real Estate 19-0006CM One Time City Manager Bid opening scheduled for October 30, 2018 @ 2:00 pm
Transformers for Stock 19-0007CS One Time Procurement Forwarded to Electric on 10/3/2018
FY18 Inflow and Inflitration Replacement Project
19-0008PW One Time Public Works Bid opening scheduled for October 19, 2018 @ 2:00 pm
Joint Enclosure and Fiberglass Pad Bid 03-2018 Two Year Procurement Bid opening scheduled for October 10, 2018 @ 7:00 pm
Joint Lighting Bid 4-2018 One Year Procurement Bid opening scheduled for October 17, 2018 @ 7:00 pm
FUEL USE FY 2019 TO DATE FY 2018 TO DATE STOCK WITH OVER 60 MONTH SUPPLY (5 YEARS)
Unleaded: 34,652.7 gallons 33,474.0 gallons Electric: $ 401,713.15 310 Line Items
Diesel: 18,264.3 gallons 18,343.6 gallons Water: $ 20,911.57 55 Line Items
Dollars Spent: $39,979.23 $84,902.44 General: $ 41,609.15 146 Line Items
Total: $ 464,233.87 511 Line Items
Purchase Orders for Stock by Fund Issues from Stock by Fund
FY 2019 TO DATE FY 2018 TO DATE FY 2019 TO DATE FY 2018 TO DATE
Electric: $177,225.89 $566,888.31 Electric: $ 272,176.61 $ 281,405.04
Water: $ 39,020.90 $ 40,861.93 Water: $ 40,006.85 $ 38,278.53
General: $ 34,741.44 $ 36,162.28 General: $ 29,490.92 $ 38,241.32
Total: $250,988.23 $643,912.52 *Total: $352,159.00 $ 357,978.15
Warehouse Stock Money Spent for Postage/Postal Services
FY 2019 FY 2018 FY 2019 TO DATE FY 2018 TO DATE
Total Dollar Value: $ 2,054,096.01 $ 2,238,286.07 $ 36,197.60 $ 36,645.40
Total Line Items: 1,292 1,304
Total of Issues from Stock by Fund includes Issues from Sale from Stock (SS) and Electric Returns (ER).
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MONTHLY REPORT
SEPTEMBER 2018
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Date Range: From 09/01/2018 to 09/30/2018
Incident Run Log Fixed Property:
Dover Fire Department Company: All Companies
Sorted by: Not selected
Date FDID Incident# Alarm ### Address Suite Type Lgth
09/01/2018 30046 2018-000865 11:20 1710 N DUPONT HWY Gasoline or other flammable liquid spill 0.5
09/01/2018 30046 2018-000866 13:30 617 E LOOCKERMAN ST Good intent call, other 0.3
09/01/2018 30046 2018-000867 20:05 DELAWARE TECH DR Alarm system activation, no fire - unintentional 0.1
09/02/2018 30046 2018-000868 05:46 211 DELAWARE AVE HazMat release investigation w/no HazMat 0.5
09/02/2018 30046 2018-000869 11:45 150 LAKEVIEW DR CO detector activation due to malfunction 0.4
09/02/2018 30046 2018-000870 12:44 1200 N DUPONT HWY System malfunction, other 0.3
09/02/2018 30046 2018-000871 14:00 N STATE ST Watercraft rescue 0.5
09/02/2018 30046 2018-000872 18:05 615 ARTIS DR Motor vehicle accident with injuries 0.6
09/02/2018 30046 2018-000873 18:39 1200 N DUPONT HWY System malfunction, other 0.3
09/02/2018 30046 2018-000874 19:33 1200 N DUPONT HWY Smoke detector activation due to malfunction 0.1
09/02/2018 30046 2018-000875 19:53 1200 N DUPONT HWY Smoke detector activation due to malfunction 0.2
09/03/2018 30046 2018-000876 09:16 1200 N DUPONT HWY Smoke detector activation due to malfunction 0.3
09/03/2018 30046 2018-000877 11:11 631 S STATE ST Smoke detector activation due to malfunction 0.4
09/03/2018 30046 2018-000878 19:03 41 S EDGEHILL AVE Good intent call, other 0.4
09/03/2018 30046 2018-000879 20:38 1200 N DUPONT HWY Smoke detector activation due to malfunction 0.3
09/04/2018 30046 2018-000880 08:30 1110 FORREST AVE 103 Dispatched & canceled en route 4.6
09/04/2018 30046 2018-000881 12:29 34 STARLIFTER AVE Overheated motor 1.1
09/04/2018 30046 2018-000882 12:58 631 S STATE ST Smoke detector activation due to malfunction 0.3
09/04/2018 30046 2018-000883 14:33 612 PEAR ST Smoke detector activation, no fire - unintentional 0.3
09/04/2018 30046 2018-000884 21:34 941 WALNUT SHADE ROAD Dispatched & canceled en route 0.3
09/04/2018 30046 2018-000885 21:42 E REED ST & S STATE ST Motor vehicle accident with injuries 0.3
09/05/2018 30046 2018-000886 00:51 2978 KENTON RD Assist invalid 2.7
09/05/2018 30046 2018-000887 07:00 2978 KENTON RD Assist invalid 1.4
09/05/2018 30046 2018-000888 14:48 1450 FORREST AVE Service Call, other 0.6
09/05/2018 30046 2018-000889 15:36 1001 N DUPONT HWY 13 Oil or other combustible liquid spill 1.1
09/05/2018 30046 2018-000890 21:48 146 TURNER DR Building fire 1.4
09/05/2018 30046 2018-000891 23:30 300 BANNING ST Removal of victim(s) from stalled elevator 0.5
09/06/2018 30046 2018-000892 02:43 101 BABB DR Detector activation, no fire - unintentional 0.4
09/06/2018 30046 2018-000893 05:23 820 CARVEL DR F Smoke detector activation, no fire - unintentional 0.4
09/06/2018 30046 2018-000894 06:09 226 N GOVERNORS AVE CO detector activation due to malfunction 0.2
09/06/2018 30046 2018-000895 08:46 107 KEVIN CT Unintentional transmission of alarm, other 0.6
09/06/2018 30046 2018-000896 10:35 625 BAY RD HazMat release investigation w/no HazMat 0.3
09/06/2018 30046 2018-000897 11:05 1568 N DUPONT HWY Alarm system activation, no fire - unintentional 0.5
09/06/2018 30046 2018-000898 11:45 DELAWARE TECH DR Public service 0.7
09/06/2018 30046 2018-000899 13:34 73 GREENTREE DR Good intent call, other 0.4
09/06/2018 30046 2018-000900 22:49 129 HOLMES ST Cooking fire, confined to container 0.2
09/06/2018 30046 2018-000901 23:45 561 N DUPONT HWY Smoke detector activation due to malfunction 0.4
09/07/2018 30046 2018-000902 03:31 561 N DUPONT HWY Smoke detector activation due to malfunction 0.2
09/07/2018 30046 2018-000903 08:09 1001 WALKER RD System malfunction, other 0.4
09/07/2018 30046 2018-000904 09:49 391 UNITED WAY High-angle rescue 3.9
09/07/2018 30046 2018-000906 19:43 118 HOLMES ST Detector activation, no fire - unintentional 0.4
09/07/2018 30046 2018-000905 17:22 416 N BRADFORD ST Severe weather or natural disaster, other 0.2
09/08/2018 30046 2018-000907 00:35 1700 N DUPONT HWY BLDG I CO detector activation due to malfunction 0.7
09/08/2018 30046 2018-000908 07:07 1351 W NORTH ST No incident found on arrival at dispatch address 0.3
09/08/2018 30046 2018-000909 08:26 11 N STATE ST System malfunction, other 0.2
09/08/2018 30046 2018-000910 08:30 516 JEFFERIC BLVD A Smoke detector activation due to malfunction 0.4
09/09/2018 30046 2018-000911 10:32 S DUPONT HWY Motor vehicle accident with injuries 0.4
09/09/2018 30046 2018-000912 12:36 820 CARVEL DR G Smoke detector activation, no fire - unintentional 0.3
09/09/2018 30046 2018-000913 13:49 245 N DUPONT HWY System malfunction, other 0.4
09/09/2018 30046 2018-000914 14:30 320 BILLY MITCHELL LN Smoke detector activation, no fire - unintentional 0.6
09/09/2018 30046 2018-000915 17:41 756 S LITTLE CREEK RD Building or structure weakened or collapsed 0.8
09/09/2018 30046 2018-000916 19:05 820 CARVEL DR C Cooking fire, confined to container 0.3
09/09/2018 30046 2018-000917 22:04 1200 N DUPONT HWY Smoke detector activation, no fire - unintentional 0.3
09/10/2018 30046 2018-000918 10:33 11 N DUPONT HWY Smoke detector activation, no fire - unintentional 0.2
09/10/2018 30046 2018-000919 15:55 11 N STATE ST Malicious, mischievous false call, other 0.5
09/10/2018 30046 2018-000920 16:34 1570 N DUPONT HWY Smoke detector activation, no fire - unintentional 0.4
09/10/2018 30046 2018-000921 18:00 310 NORTHDOWN DR Hazardous condition, other 0.4
09/10/2018 30046 2018-000922 23:45 110 HAMAN DR Dumpster or other outside trash receptacle fire 0.4
09/11/2018 30046 2018-000923 00:35 100 HAMAN DR Dumpster or other outside trash receptacle fire 0.3
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Date FDID Incident# Alarm ### Address Suite Type Lgth
09/11/2018 30046 2018-000924 08:32 104 STATE ROUTE 1 Smoke scare, odor of smoke 0.5
09/11/2018 30046 2018-000925 09:38 506 E LOOCKERMAN ST Smoke detector activation, no fire - unintentional 0.3
09/11/2018 30046 2018-000926 12:21 631 S STATE ST Heat detector activation due to malfunction 1.1
09/11/2018 30046 2018-000927 15:52 36 COURTSIDE DR A Smoke detector activation due to malfunction 0.4
09/11/2018 30046 2018-000928 20:16 500 PERSIMMON TREE LA 8 Smoke scare, odor of smoke 0.5
09/11/2018 30046 2018-000929 21:56 479 RIVER RD Smoke detector activation due to malfunction 0.4
09/12/2018 30046 2018-000930 09:08 1200 N DUPONT HWY Smoke detector activation due to malfunction 0.3
09/12/2018 30046 2018-000931 10:14 19 N GOVERNORS AVE Good intent call, other 0.3
09/12/2018 30046 2018-000932 12:46 429 S NEW ST Cooking fire, confined to container 0.2
09/12/2018 30046 2018-000933 16:43 1180 S LITTLE CREEK RD Authorized controlled burning 0.3
09/12/2018 30046 2018-000934 17:57 51 WEBBS LN K Gas leak (natural gas or LPG) 0.6
09/12/2018 30046 2018-000935 23:36 320 BILLY MITCHELL LN Smoke detector activation, no fire - unintentional 0.4
09/13/2018 30046 2018-000936 09:51 1200 N DUPONT HWY False alarm or false call, other 0.0
09/13/2018 30046 2018-000937 10:20 605 BAY RD False alarm or false call, other 0.0
09/13/2018 30046 2018-000938 22:01 130 HAMAN DR Dumpster or other outside trash receptacle fire 0.6
09/14/2018 30046 2018-000939 09:29 COLLEGE RD Motor vehicle/pedestrian accident (MV Ped) 0.5
09/14/2018 30046 2018-000940 11:11 COLLEGE RD Assist police or other governmental agency 0.5
09/14/2018 30046 2018-000942 14:24 864 S STATE ST Unintentional transmission of alarm, other 0.2
09/14/2018 30046 2018-000943 21:42 BARRISTER PLACE Hazardous condition, other 0.4
09/15/2018 30046 2018-000944 01:01 561 N DUPONT HWY Malicious, mischievous false call, other 0.5
09/15/2018 30046 2018-000945 08:05 637 S governors ave. Passenger vehicle fire 0.5
09/15/2018 30046 2018-000946 11:18 1200 N DUPONT HWY False alarm or false call, other 0.4
09/15/2018 30046 2018-000947 14:03 209 S STATE ST Smoke detector activation due to malfunction 0.3
09/15/2018 30046 2018-000948 14:38 200 PLAZA DRIVE Good intent call, other 0.3
09/15/2018 30046 2018-000949 22:28 111 W LOOCKERMAN ST Cooking fire, confined to container 0.4
09/16/2018 30046 2018-000950 05:21 1200 N DUPONT HWY Smoke detector activation due to malfunction 0.4
09/16/2018 30046 2018-000951 19:56 233 N CAROLINE PL System malfunction, other 1.5
09/16/2018 30046 2018-000952 23:42 1125 FORREST AVE 101 Smoke detector activation due to malfunction 0.5
09/17/2018 30046 2018-000953 02:46 51 WEBBS LN E Fire, other 0.8
09/17/2018 30046 2018-000954 05:56 21 N STATE ST Smoke detector activation, no fire - unintentional 0.2
09/17/2018 30046 2018-000955 11:11 414 S STATE ST Smoke detector activation, no fire - unintentional 0.1
09/17/2018 30046 2018-000956 12:11 OAKMONT DR Good intent call, other 0.1
09/17/2018 30046 2018-000957 14:09 3226 W DENNEYS RD Gas leak (natural gas or LPG) 0.7
09/17/2018 30046 2018-000958 20:56 55 STEVENSON DR Carbon monoxide detector activation, no CO 0.3
09/18/2018 30046 2018-000959 00:51 550 OTIS DR Unintentional transmission of alarm, other 0.4
09/18/2018 30046 2018-000960 13:48 1200 N DUPONT HWY Smoke detector activation due to malfunction 0.4
09/18/2018 30046 2018-000961 13:54 425 WEBBS LN Smoke detector activation, no fire - unintentional 0.2
09/18/2018 30046 2018-000962 19:49 11 N DUPONT HWY Gas leak (natural gas or LPG) 0.3
09/18/2018 30046 2018-000963 20:08 112 FULTON ST Trash or rubbish fire, contained 0.5
09/19/2018 30046 2018-000964 07:04 120 N STATE ST Detector activation, no fire - unintentional 0.2
09/19/2018 30046 2018-000965 10:34 1570 N DUPONT HWY Removal of victim(s) from stalled elevator 0.3
09/19/2018 30046 2018-000966 14:50 213 N BRADFORD ST Heat detector activation due to malfunction 0.2
09/19/2018 30046 2018-000967 18:10 1655 KENTON RD Removal of victim(s) from stalled elevator 0.7
09/19/2018 30046 2018-000968 18:50 9 E LOOCKERMAN ST Accident, potential accident, other 0.1
09/19/2018 30046 2018-000969 18:55 400 ISABELLE ISLE Hazardous condition, other 1.1
09/20/2018 30046 2018-000970 00:23 1200 N DUPONT HWY Smoke detector activation, no fire - unintentional 0.2
09/20/2018 30046 2018-000971 10:06 198 COMMERCE WAY Detector activation, no fire - unintentional 0.4
09/20/2018 30046 2018-000972 15:39 455 E WATER ST Dispatched & canceled en route 0.0
09/20/2018 30046 2018-000973 17:45 1300 S FARMVIEW DR C Cooking fire, confined to container 0.6
09/21/2018 30046 2018-000974 00:53 COLLEGE RD Motor vehicle accident with injuries 0.5
09/21/2018 30046 2018-000975 19:33 21 S LITTLE CREEK RD Steam, other gas mistaken for smoke, other 0.3
09/21/2018 30046 2018-000976 20:04 100 LAKEVIEW DR Cooking fire, confined to container 0.5
09/22/2018 30046 2018-000977 03:10 1570 N DUPONT HWY Local alarm system, malicious false alarm 0.6
09/22/2018 30046 2018-000978 03:12 998 CARVEL DR Smoke detector activation due to malfunction 0.5
09/22/2018 30046 2018-000979 13:01 255 WEBBS LN D Detector activation, no fire - unintentional 0.5
09/22/2018 30046 2018-000980 18:35 998 CARVEL DRIVE Smoke detector activation due to malfunction 0.2
09/22/2018 30046 2018-000981 19:37 1700 N DUPONT HWY BLDG G Public service assistance, other 0.3
09/23/2018 30046 2018-000982 02:23 DOVER HALL, ENGLISH VILLAGE 2 Building fire 3.4
09/23/2018 30046 2018-000983 06:41 150 LAKEVIEW DR Smoke detector activation, no fire - unintentional 0.5
09/23/2018 30046 2018-000984 09:36 1245 HARRISON DR Detector activation, no fire - unintentional 0.2
09/23/2018 30046 2018-000985 11:03 51 WEBBS LN B Alarm system activation, no fire - unintentional 0.3
09/23/2018 30046 2018-000986 14:43 1175 MCKEE RD Smoke detector activation, no fire - unintentional 0.3
09/23/2018 30046 2018-000987 15:16 1325 GARFIELD DR Extrication, rescue, other 0.3
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Date FDID Incident# Alarm ### Address Suite Type Lgth
09/23/2018 30046 2018-000988 16:37 459 TOPAZ CIR Cooking fire, confined to container 0.7
09/23/2018 30046 2018-000989 18:54 1200 N DUPONT HWY Smoke detector activation, no fire - unintentional 0.1
09/23/2018 30046 2018-000990 19:37 12 KINGS HWY Steam, other gas mistaken for smoke, other 0.3
09/23/2018 30046 2018-000991 23:07 644 S QUEEN ST 105 Water or steam leak 0.4
09/24/2018 30046 2018-000992 14:30 206 FOX ROAD Good intent call, other 0.2
09/24/2018 30046 2018-000993 23:43 1061 S LITTLE CREEK RD Alarm system activation, no fire - unintentional 0.4
09/25/2018 30046 2018-000994 03:13 308 N QUEEN ST System malfunction, other 0.4
09/25/2018 30046 2018-000995 17:17 200 BEECHWOOD AVE Gas leak (natural gas or LPG) 0.7
09/25/2018 30046 2018-000996 19:31 W. NORTH STREET Extrication of victim(s) from vehicle 0.3
09/25/2018 30046 2018-000997 20:08 150 LAKEVIEW DR Smoke detector activation, no fire - unintentional 0.4
09/25/2018 30046 2018-000998 23:15 1200 N DUPONT HWY Smoke detector activation, no fire - unintentional 0.3
09/26/2018 30046 2018-000999 14:28 1284 MCD DR Smoke detector activation, no fire - unintentional 0.3
09/26/2018 30046 2018-001000 16:31 1200 N DUPONT HWY Detector activation, no fire - unintentional 0.2
09/26/2018 30046 2018-001001 18:59 164 N WILSON AVENUE Outside rubbish fire, other 0.4
09/26/2018 30046 2018-001002 20:09 237 MIFFLIN RD Medical assist, assist EMS crew 1.0
09/27/2018 30046 2018-001003 01:48 308 N QUEEN ST Smoke detector activation due to malfunction 3.0
09/27/2018 30046 2018-001004 04:45 101 N CAROLINE PL 101 Malicious, mischievous false call, other 0.4
09/27/2018 30046 2018-001005 15:28 298 S DUPONT WHY Assist police or other governmental agency 0.3
09/27/2018 30046 2018-001006 16:38 51 WEBBS LN R Heat from short circuit (wiring), defective/worn 0.4
09/27/2018 30046 2018-001007 18:44 244 GRINDING WHEEL DR Toxic condition, other 2.2
09/27/2018 30046 2018-001008 22:28 538 N BRADFORD ST Smoke detector activation, no fire - unintentional 0.3
09/28/2018 30046 2018-001009 20:27 20 N BRADFORD ST Smoke detector activation, no fire - unintentional 0.6
09/29/2018 30046 2018-001010 02:31 1200 N DUPONT HWY Detector activation, no fire - unintentional 0.4
09/29/2018 30046 2018-001011 08:20 1700 N DUPONT HWY BLDG F Alarm system activation, no fire - unintentional 0.5
09/29/2018 30046 2018-001012 11:58 255 WEBBS LN E Alarm system activation, no fire - unintentional 0.2
09/29/2018 30046 2018-001013 12:38 1700 N DUPONT HWY Police matter 2.6
09/29/2018 30046 2018-001014 13:59 209 S STATE ST Alarm system activation, no fire - unintentional 0.3
09/29/2018 30046 2018-001015 15:12 835 BAY RD Alarm system activation, no fire - unintentional 0.4
09/29/2018 30046 2018-001016 16:21 740 S NEW ST Unintentional transmission of alarm, other 0.2
09/29/2018 30046 2018-001017 17:26 1570 N DUPONT HWY Detector activation, no fire - unintentional 0.3
09/29/2018 30046 2018-001018 19:21 121 PARK DR Cooking fire, confined to container 0.3
09/29/2018 30046 2018-001019 22:16 42 LOST TREE CT Carbon monoxide incident 1.7
09/30/2018 30046 2018-001020 12:29 1450 N DUPONT HWY 0587 Unintentional transmission of alarm, other 0.1
09/14/2018 30046 2018-000941 11:18 1200 N DUPONT HWY Dispatched & canceled en route 0.0
Total Number of Incidents: 156
Total Length of Incidents: 84.4 Hours
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DEPARTMENT OF POLICE
Marvin C. Mailey 400 South Queen Street
Chief of Police Dover, Delaware 19904
302-736-7111
Fax: 302-672-1842
November 13, 2018
Honorable Robin Christiansen, Mayor
Member of Dover City Council
City Hall
Dover, DE 19901
Mayor Christiansen and Council Members:
The following is the monthly report for Dover Police Department activities for the month of
September 2018:
COMPLAINTS
Total complaints received through September 30, 2018, numbered 32,958 this is an increase of
947 complaints over the same period last year.
40,000 33,065 32,011 32,958
29,006
30,000 26,481
20,000
10,000
0
2014 2015 2016 2017 2018
CRIMINAL INVESTIGATIONS
8 7
6
6 5
4
4
2 2 2
2 1
0 0 0 0 0 0 0
0
Burglary Robbery Rape Homicide Sudden Death
Cases Reported in September Cases Cleared In September Cases Cleared from Previous Months
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DRUGS, VICE, & ORGANIZED CRIME (DVOC) AND STREET CRIMES SECTION SEIZURES
Along with the drug seizures below, the units also recovered $20,456.27 USD during the month of
September.
3,000.00 1,919.71
2,000.00
1,000.00 449.3
30.4 1 57.356
0.00
Marijuana Cocaine Ecstasy (Doses) Prescription Heroin
Pills (Doses)
GRAMS/DOSES
FIREARM SEIZURES/INSIDE CITY LIMITS
6 5
5
4
3 2
2
1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
0
CI DVOC/STREET CRIMES PATROL SEU
HANDGUN RIFLE SHOTGUN
COMMUNITY POLICING
COMMUNITY POLICING CONTACTS
ABANDONED VEHICLES 2
ALCOHOL VIOLATIONS/DUI’S 0 CADETS CONTACTS
ASSIST OTHER 73 DCO’S 91
WARRANTS ON FILE 0 PARKING 64
CRIMINAL ARRESTS 1 SMOKING 4
PARKING DCO’S 25 OPEN CONTAINER 15
LOUD MUSIC 0 LOUD NOISE 0
MISCELLANEOUS DCO’S 0 OTHER DCO’s 8
PARKING COMPLAINTS 0 PROPERTY CHECKS 72
PEDDLER 0 BUSINESS CONTACTS 223
COMMUNITY OUTREACH 82 LIBRARY CHECKS 123
CRIME PREVENTION CHECK 0 COMPLAINTS ASSIGNED 22
TRAFFIC ARRESTS 8 SPECIAL EVENT 7
BIKE PATROL 0 TOTAL CONTACTS 629
PROPERTY CHECKS 69
WARNINGS 1
TOTAL CONTACTS 261
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STREET CRIMES
STREET CRIMES
ENFORCEMENT CONTACTS
ABANDONED VEHICLES 0
ALCOHOL VIOLATIONS/DUI'S 0
ASSIST OTHER 9
WARRANTS ON FILE 0
CITY PARK VIOLATIONS 0
CRIMINAL ARRESTS 35
DRUG RELATED ARRESTS 36
LOUD MUSIC 0
MISCELLANEOUS VIOLATIONS 0
PARKING VIOLATIONS 0
PEDDLER 0
MEETINGS 0
CURFEW CHECKS 125
CRIME PREVENTION CHECKS 0
TRAFFIC ARRESTS 24
WARNINGS 56
FUGITIVES 3
DCO'S 8
PROSTITUTION 0
TOTAL CONTACTS 296
TRAFFIC ARRESTS
The department issued 6,684 traffic citations through this reporting period; this is a decrease of 2,190
citations over the number issued during the same period last year.
14,000
12,252 12,607
12,000
9,782
10,000 8,874
8,000 6,684
6,000
4,000
2,000
0
2014 2015 2016 2017 2018
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TRAFFIC CRASHES
Through September 30, 2018, the Dover Police investigated 1,318 traffic crashes, a decrease of 42 crashes
investigated during the same period last year.
1,420 1,405 1,412
1,400
1,380 1,360
1,360
1,340 1,318
1,315
1,320
1,300
1,280
1,260
2014 2015 2016 2017 2018
911 Center
During the month of September, the Dover Police Department handled 7,600 calls averaging 253 calls per
day. Dispatchers handled 2,214 on the 911 wireless lines, 512 on the 911 landlines, and 223 on the Voice
over Internet Protocol lines, the remaining 4,651 were administrative calls.
29%
61%
7%
3%
911 Wireless 911 Landline VoIP Administrative
CITY ORDINANCE SUMMONS
Through September 30 2018, we issued 3,826 city ordinance summons, a decrease of 703 summonses for
the same period last year. Note: Of those summonses issued in September, 4 DCO’s were issued for
handicapped parking violations and 9 for fire lane parking violations, 136 for false alarms 89 for 1-2
alarms, 25 for 3-5 alarms, 14 for 6-9 alarms, 8 for 10-15 alarms, and 0 for 16 or more alarms) and 8 for
noise violations 2 for vehicle violations and 6 for residence violations).
7,000 5,747
6,000 5,369
4,742 4,529
5,000 4,137 3,826
4,000 2,755 2,833
3,000 2,423
1,816
2,000
1,000
0
2014 2015 2016 2017 2018
ISSUED 5,747 4,742 5,369 4,529 3,826
PAID 4,137 2,755 2,833 2,423 1,816
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SEX OFFENDER STATISTICS/SEPTEMBER
MONTHLY NON COMPLIANT
VERIFICATIONS NOTIFICATIONS
REVERIFICATIONS WARRANTS
TIER 1 0 0 0 0
TIER 2 25 2,325 42 2
TIER 3 12 1,666 33 1
ACTIVE SEX OFFENDERS THAT RESIDE IN THE CITY OF DOVER (please note, Tier 1
offenders are not contacted by Dover Police Sex Offender Agents).
250
207 212
200
150
100 89 91
50
0
AUGUST SEPTEMBER
TIER 2 207 212
TIER 3 89 91
(Please note, Tier 1 offenders are not contacted by Dover Police Sex Offender Agents).
Please visit our website at www.doverpolice.org for up to date information on crimes and activities
in the City of Dover.
Respectfully Submitted,
Marvin C. Mailey
Chief of Police
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City of Dover
Capital Investment Plan
Project Tracking Report
Quarterly Report as of September 30, 2018
Points to Remember -
* Original Project Budget = Original Total Project Budget initially included in approved annual budget.
* Latest Project Budget = Revised Total Project Budget included in most recent approved annual budget or one of the following:
bond resolution, revolving fund loan agreement, Council approved budget amendment, or City Manager approved amendment as per
the Budget Amendment Procedure.
* Current Fiscal Year - Revised Fiscal Year Budget = Current Year approved project budgets plus carry forward balances of unspent
budgets in the prior fiscal year. Project Carry Forward balances will be submitted to City Council for amendment in January 2019.
Can also be amended with City Manager approval per the Budget Amendment Procedure.
* Water Quality, Inflow/Infiltration, Distribution Upgrades and New Development projects are budgeted as a blanket project and once
individual projects are identified and estimated they are created using an allocation of the overall budgeted amount.
* Status and Comments provided by City Manager.
Community Water & Total
Current Year Budget Funding Sources General Transportation Wastewater Electric CIP
Budget Balance $ 1,404,000 $ 179,900 $ 1,387,000 $ 1,258,000 $ 4,228,900
General Billings for Reimbursement of Expense - - - 450,000 450,000
State Community Transportation Funds - 500,000 - - 500,000
Wastewater Loan Proceeds - - 1,033,900 - 1,033,900
Water Loan Proceeds - - 4,000,000 - 4,000,000
Transfer from WW Impact Fee Reserve - - 421,100 - 421,100
Transfer from Water Impact Fee Reserve - - 40,400 - 40,400
Transfer from Water/Wastewater - - - 298,000 298,000
Transfer from General Fund 3,013,800 - - 200,000 3,213,800
Transfer from Operating Funds - - 3,600,000 6,400,000 10,000,000
Transfer from Parkland Reserve 80,000 - - - 80,000
Transfer from Capital Asset Reserve 388,800 - - - 388,800
Interest Income - - 90,000 109,800 199,800
Total Funding Sources (Unaudited) $ 4,886,600 $ 679,900 $ 10,572,400 $ 8,715,800 $ 24,854,700
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City of Dover
General Fund - Major CIP Projects
Quarterly Report as of September 30, 2018
TOTAL PROJECT - PAST, CURRENT & FUTURE BUDGETS CURRENT FISCAL YEAR
Original Latest Project Project % Original Revised Fiscal %
Project Project Project To Date Budget Budget Fiscal Year Fiscal Year YTD Budget of
Code Type Description Budget Budget Expenses Balance Spent Budget Budget Expenses Balance Completion Status Comments
1 FY 2015 & Prior
2 PR1402 M Schutte Park Land Improvements $ 100,000 $ 315,000 $ 60,798 $ 254,202 19.3% $ 70,000 $ 257,700 $ 3,543 $ 254,158 25.0% In Process Reviewed 50% plan submittal
3 ST1504 Old PW2 Site Improvements 535,000 678,300 634,558 43,742 93.6% - 45,300 1,620 43,680 0.0% In Process Design work ongoing for the VCP
4 Totals - FY 2015 $ 635,000 $ 993,300 $ 695,356 $ 297,944 70.0% $ 70,000 $ 303,000 $ 5,163 $ 297,838
5
6 FY 2017
7 PR1701 G Dover Park - Master Plan $ 50,000 $ 200,000 $ 48,106 $ 151,894 24.1% $ 140,000 $ 158,700 $ 6,880 $ 151,820 15.0% In Process Beginning implementation of plan
8 Totals - FY 2017 $ 50,000 $ 200,000 $ 48,106 $ 151,894 24.1% $ 140,000 $ 158,700 $ 6,880 $ 151,820
9
10 FY 2018
11 PD1800 Police Station Roof Repair $ 53,100 $ 38,300 $ 37,992 $ 308 99.2% $ - $ 38,300 $ 37,992 $ 308 100.0% Complete
12 PD1801 Police Station Impound Lot 51,000 125,000 7,150 117,850 5.7% 74,000 118,600 750 117,850 15.0% In Process Awaiting agency approvals
13 PD1802 Condenser Replacement in Comp Room - 14,800 14,752 48 99.7% - 7,400 7,376 24 100.0% Complete
14 PR1800 G Park and Playground Improvement Prog 66,000 66,000 26,175 39,825 39.7% - 13,100 13,041 59 100.0% Complete
15 PR1801 R Small Park Improvements 15,000 48,000 207 47,794 0.4% 48,000 48,000 207 47,794 25.0% In Process Started
16 ST1801 FY18 Street and Alley Program 950,000 649,500 - 649,500 0.0% - 649,500 - 649,500 0.0% Not Started Street program to begin end of Oct
17 ST1806 Bradford St Streetscape Improvement 200,000 200,000 - 200,000 0.0% 200,000 200,000 - 200,000 0.0% In Process Work underway by State Consultant
18 Totals - FY 2018 $ 1,335,100 $ 1,141,600 $ 86,276 $ 1,055,324 7.6% $ 322,000 $ 1,074,900 $ 59,366 $ 1,015,534
19
20 FY 2019
21 --- Vehicles & Equipment $ 998,900 $ 1,086,500 $ 8,700 $ 1,077,800 0.8% $ 998,900 $ 1,086,500 $ 8,700 $ 1,077,800 0.0% In Process
22 FR1900 R Annual Contribution for Ladder 1 145,700 145,700 145,614 86 99.9% 145,700 145,700 145,614 86 100.0% Complete
23 FR1901 Engine 7 76,800 76,800 12,945 63,855 16.9% 76,800 76,800 12,945 63,855 17.0% In Process
24 IT1900 Server Replacement 16,000 16,000 - 16,000 0.0% 16,000 16,000 - 16,000 0.0% Not Started
25 IT1901 Server Room UPS Replacement 20,000 20,000 - 20,000 0.0% 20,000 20,000 - 20,000 0.0% Not Started
26 IT1902 R Network Infrastructure 21,600 21,600 12,264 9,336 56.8% 21,600 21,600 12,264 9,336 50.0% In Process Ongoing
27 PD1901 Evidence Room Asbestos Abatement 20,000 20,000 - 20,000 0.0% 20,000 20,000 - 20,000 0.0% Not Started
28 PD1903 Phone System Replacement 40,400 40,400 - 40,400 0.0% 40,400 40,400 - 40,400 0.0% In Process Working on purchase order
29 PR1900 Park Maintenance Facility 260,000 260,000 - 260,000 0.0% 260,000 260,000 - 260,000 10.0% In Process In Public Works awaiting draft RFP
30 ST1902 Misc Emergency Storm Sewer Repair 73,000 73,000 - 73,000 0.0% 73,000 73,000 - 73,000 0.0% Not Started
31 ST1904 Meeting House Branch Improvement 1,100,000 1,100,000 - 1,100,000 0.0% 1,100,000 1,100,000 - 1,100,000 0.0% Not Started
32 ST1905 Operations Yard Relocation and Improv 445,000 445,000 - 445,000 0.0% 445,000 445,000 - 445,000 0.0% Not Started
33 ST1907 Brine Manufacturing System 45,000 45,000 - 45,000 0.0% 45,000 45,000 - 45,000 0.0% Not Started
34 Totals - FY 2019 $ 3,262,400 $ 3,350,000 $ 179,523 $ 3,170,477 5.4% $ 3,262,400 $ 3,350,000 $ 179,523 $ 3,170,477
35
36 Grand Totals $ 5,282,500 $ 5,684,900 $ 1,009,260 $ 4,675,640 17.8% $ 3,794,400 $ 4,886,600 $ 250,931 $ 4,635,669
Legend
M = Multi-year project - a project with a specific schedule to occur over multiple years.
R = Recurring project - a project that begins and ends each fiscal year and is re-budgeted to start over each fiscal year.
G = Grant funded project
B/L = To be financed through bonds or commercial loan.
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City of Dover
Community Transportation - Major CIP Projects
Quarterly Report as of September 30, 2018
TOTAL PROJECT - PAST, CURRENT & FUTURE BUDGETS CURRENT FISCAL YEAR
Original Latest Project Project % Original Revised Fiscal %
Project Project Project To Date Budget Budget Fiscal Year Fiscal Year YTD Budget of
Code Type Description Budget Budget Expenses Balance Spent Budget Budget Expenses Balance Completion Status Comments
1 FY 2014 & Prior
2 TE0601 Lincoln Park Center $ 900,000 $ 602,400 $ 523,277 $ 79,123 86.9% $ - $ 79,100 $ - $ 79,100 100.0% Complete Determining where to send money back
3 Totals - FY 2014 & Prior $ 900,000 $ 602,400 $ 523,277 $ 79,123 86.9% $ - $ 79,100 $ - $ 79,100
4
5 FY 2018
6 CT1829 Mobile Radar Signs $ 12,200 $ 12,200 $ - $ 12,200 0.0% $ - $ 12,200 $ - $ 12,200 0.0% In Process Signs received, awaiting asembly by distributor
7 CT1833 Paving-Hope St from Governors Ave to S State St 89,000 88,600 - 88,600 0.0% - 88,600 - 88,600 0.0% Not Started To begin end of October
8 Totals - FY 2016 $ 101,200 $ 100,800 $ - $ 100,800 0.0% $ - $ 100,800 $ - $ 100,800
9
10 FY 2019
11 CT1896 Paving Project - Reese St from Lincoln to Simon Circle $ 11,200 $ 11,200 $ - $ 11,200 0.0% $ 11,200 $ 11,200 $ - $ 11,200 0.0% Not Started To begin end of October
12 CT1904 Paving Project - Bertrand and Reese Streets 300,000 300,000 - 300,000 0.0% 300,000 300,000 - 300,000 0.0% Not Started To begin end of October
13 ST1908 FY18 Street and Alley Bond Bill 500,000 500,000 - 500,000 0.0% 500,000 500,000 - 500,000 0.0% Not Started To begin end of October
14 CTxxxx Unapplied CT Projects (placeholder) 500,000 (311,200) - (311,200) 0.0% (311,200) (311,200) - (311,200)
15 Totals - FY 2017 $ 1,311,200 $ 500,000 $ - $ 488,800 0.0% $ 500,000 $ 500,000 $ - $ 500,000
16
17 Grand Totals $ 2,312,400 $ 1,203,200 $ 523,277 $ 668,723 43.5% $ 500,000 $ 679,900 $ - $ 679,900
Legend
M = Multi-year project - a project with a specific schedule to occur over multiple years.
R = Recurring project - a project that begins and ends each fiscal year and is re-budgeted to start over each fiscal year.
C = Project funded by combination of CT Funds and General Fund
B/L = To be financed through bonds or commercial loan.
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City of Dover
Water/Wastewater Improvement & Extension Fund - Major CIP Projects
Quarterly Report as of September 30, 2018
TOTAL PROJECT - PAST, CURRENT & FUTURE BUDGETS CURRENT FISCAL YEAR
Original Latest Project Project % Original Revised Fiscal %
Project Project Project To Date Budget Budget Fiscal Year Fiscal Year YTD Budget of
Code Type Description Budget Budget Expenses Balance Spent Budget Budget Expenses Balance Completion Status Comments
1 FY 2016
2 WD1609 M WTP Process Improvements $ 1,200,000 $ 6,468,200 $ 347,523 $ 6,120,677 5.4% $ 4,000,000 $ 6,468,200 $ 9,254 $ 6,458,947 5.0% In Process Submittal phase of project, reviewing products
3 Totals - FY 2016 $ 1,200,000 $ 6,468,200 $ 347,523 $ 6,120,677 5.4% $ 4,000,000 $ 6,468,200 $ 9,254 $ 6,458,947
4
5 FY 2018
6 WQ1804 N State St Water Main Replacement $ - $ 94,000 $ 4,000 $ 90,000 4.3% $ - $ 90,000 $ - $ 90,000 98.0% In Process Proj completed in mid Oct, awaiting closeout docs
7 WW1806 Puncheon Run PS Improvements 320,000 320,000 6,825 313,175 2.1% - 70,000 6,825 63,175 85.0% In Process Final plans to be delivered in early November
8 WW1807 PS #7 Emergency Clean Up - 320,400 320,395 5 100.0% - 43,400 43,389 11 100.0% Complete
9 II1801 College Road 43,400 43,400 - 43,400 0.0% - 43,400 - 43,400 0.0% In Process Awaiting relining/replacement, November
Root control complete, awaiting relining/replacemnet,
10
II1802 Overlook Eastlake Garden 35,500 33,500 3,603 29,897 0.0% - 33,500 3,603 29,897 0.0% In Process November
Root control complete, awaiting relining/replacemnet,
11
II1803 Fox Hall 44,600 16,500 191 16,309 0.0% - 16,500 191 16,309 0.0% In Process November
Root control complete, awaiting relining/replacemnet,
12
II1804 Downtown Dover 116,900 61,700 2,091 59,609 0.0% - 61,700 2,091 59,609 0.0% In Process November
Root control complete, awaiting relining/replacemnet,
13
II1805 Wesley College Area 132,200 93,000 1,150 91,850 0.0% - 93,000 1,150 91,850 0.0% In Process November
Root control complete, awaiting relining/replacemnet,
14
II1806 Rodney Village 539,600 471,400 15,296 456,104 0.0% - 471,400 15,296 456,104 0.0% In Process November
15 Totals - FY 2017 $ 1,232,200 $ 1,453,900 $ 353,550 $ 1,100,350 24.3% $ - $ 922,900 $ 72,544 $ 850,356
16
17 FY 2019
18 --- R Vehicles & Equipment $ - $ 160,800 $ - $ 160,800 0.0% $ - $ 160,800 $ - $ 160,800 0.0% In Process
19 --- Economic Development Program 25,000 25,000 - 25,000 0.0% 25,000 25,000 - 25,000 0.0%
20
WD1901 R Wellhead Redevelopment 90,000 90,000 - 90,000 0.0% 90,000 90,000 - 90,000 0.0% In Process Contract initiated, awaiting mobilization from contractor
21 WD1903 Bulk Water Station 42,400 42,400 - 42,400 0.0% 42,400 42,400 - 42,400 0.0% Not Started Bid creation to begin in November
22 WQ1901 Water Quality Improvement - Lakewood 294,900 294,900 - 294,900 0.0% 294,900 294,900 - 294,900 0.0% In Process Council approved in Oct, awaiting contract
23 WQ1902 R Misc Emergency Water Repairs 88,000 88,000 27,603 60,398 31.4% 88,000 88,000 27,603 60,398 31.0% In Process
24 WW1902 R Misc Emerg Sanitary Sewer Repairs 155,000 155,000 31,767 123,233 20.5% 155,000 155,000 31,767 123,233 20.0% In Process
25 WW1903 Delaware Tech PS Replacement 402,300 402,300 - 402,300 0.0% 402,300 402,300 - 402,300 0.0% In Process Submittal phase of project, reviewing products
26 WW1904 Silver Lake PS Replacement 489,500 489,500 - 489,500 0.0% 489,500 489,500 - 489,500 0.0% In Process Submittal phase of project, reviewing products
27 WW1905 Walker Woods PS Replacement 563,200 563,200 - 563,200 0.0% 563,200 563,200 - 563,200 0.0% In Process Submittal phase of project, reviewing products
28 WW1906 Meeting House Branch Sewer Rplc 250,000 250,000 2,400 247,600 1.0% 250,000 250,000 2,400 247,600 0.0% In Process Awaiting owner review of appraisal of land
29 II1900 Inflow/Infiltration Removal 620,200 620,200 - 620,200 0.0% 620,200 620,200 - 620,200 0.0% Not Started Bid creation to begin in November
30 Totals - FY 2018 $ 3,020,500 $ 3,181,300 $ 61,770 $ 3,119,530 1.9% $ 3,020,500 $ 3,181,300 $ 61,770 $ 3,119,530
31
32 Grand Totals $ 5,452,700 $ 11,103,400 $ 850,671 $ 10,252,729 7.7% $ 7,020,500 $ 10,572,400 $ 143,567 $ 10,428,833
Legend
M = Multi-year project - a project with a specific schedule to occur over multiple years.
R = Recurring project - a project that begins and ends each fiscal year and is budgeted to start over each fiscal year. No carry forward.
SL = State Loan Project - construction phase is financed
I = Impact Fee (partially) financed project
T = Transfer from blanket WQ or I&I original budget
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City of Dover
Electric Improvement & Extension Fund - Major CIP Projects
Quarterly Report as of September 30, 2018
TOTAL PROJECT - PAST, CURRENT & FUTURE BUDGETS CURRENT FISCAL YEAR
Original Latest Project Project % Current Revised Fiscal %
Project Project Project To Date Budget Budget Fiscal Year Fiscal Year YTD Budget of
Code Type Description Budget Budget Expenses Balance Spent Budget Budget Expenses Balance Completion Status Comments
1 FY 2015
2 EE1513 M Town Point/White Oak Distribution Feeders $ 1,650,000 $ 2,085,000 $ 1,298,516 $ 786,484 62.3% $ 507,000 $ 507,000 $ 48,513 $ 458,487 10.0% On Hold Determing path forward on boring
3 Totals - FY 2015 $ 1,650,000 $ 2,085,000 $ 1,298,516 $ 786,484 62.3% $ 507,000 $ 507,000 $ 48,513 $ 458,487
4
5 FY 2016
6 EE1605 69 kV Cable Replacement - North St $ - $ 100,000 $ - $ 100,000 0.0% $ 100,000 $ 100,000 $ - $ 100,000 0.0% In Process Waiting on terminator
7 Totals - FY 2016 $ - $ 100,000 $ - $ 100,000 0.0% $ 100,000 $ 100,000 $ - $ 100,000
8
9 FY 2017
10 EE1709 Substation Relay Upgrade $ 350,000 $ 125,000 $ 4,882 $ 120,118 3.9% $ - $ 120,100 $ - $ 120,100 0.0% In Process Working as able
Atomizing air compressor on site, install mid
11 EG1701 VanSant Unit 11 Major Overhaul 2,098,000 1,878,800 1,873,968 4,832 99.7% - 82,000 77,176 4,824 90.0% In Process November
12 Totals - FY 2017 $ 2,448,000 $ 2,003,800 $ 1,878,850 $ 124,950 93.8% $ - $ 202,100 $ 77,176 $ 124,924
13
14 FY 2018
15 EE1807 McKee Run Plant Alternate Power $ 100,000 $ 100,000 $ 22,941 $ 77,059 22.9% $ - $ 77,000 $ - $ 77,000 70.0% In Process Dismantling slowly, disposing of equipment
Awaiting resolution from vendor and Fire Marshal on
16 EG1803 VanSant Fire Suppression System Upgrade 30,000 30,000 - 30,000 0.0% - 30,000 - 30,000 0.0% In Process requirements for the dampers on the system
17 Totals - FY 2018 $ 130,000 $ 130,000 $ 22,941 $ 107,059 17.6% $ - $ 107,000 $ - $ 107,000
18
19 FY 2019
20 --- R Vehicles & Equipment $ 541,000 $ 541,000 $ - $ 541,000 0.0% $ 541,000 $ 541,000 $ - $ 541,000
21 --- Economic Development Program 50,000 50,000 - 50,000 0.0% 50,000 50,000 - 50,000
22 EE1918 R New Developments 850,000 850,000 408,620 441,380 48.1% 850,000 850,000 131,853 718,147 16.0% In Process
43 EE1819 Reed St HVAC Major Overhaul 1,175,200 1,175,200 - 1,175,200 0.0% 1,175,200 1,175,200 - 1,175,200 0.0% Not Started
44 EE1900 R Fault Indicators 10,000 10,000 - 10,000 0.0% 10,000 10,000 - 10,000 0.0% In Process Evaluating locations
45 EE1903 Garrison Oak/Sun Park Substation 50,000 50,000 - 50,000 0.0% 50,000 50,000 - 50,000 0.0% In Process Working with Engineering firm for scope
46 EE1910 Bayside Dr Distribution Upgrade 25,000 25,000 24,869 131 99.5% 25,000 25,000 24,869 131 100.0% Complete
47 EE1912 MLK Lighting Upgrade 28,000 28,000 - 28,000 0.0% 28,000 28,000 - 28,000 0.0% In Process Waiting on permit
48 EE1913 R Distribution Cap & Control 50,000 50,000 - 50,000 0.0% 50,000 50,000 - 50,000 0.0% In Process Evaluating locations
49 EE1916 Ted Harvey Underground 10,000 10,000 - 10,000 0.0% 10,000 10,000 - 10,000 0.0% In Process Waiting on permit
50 EE1917 R Transmission Line Maintenance Program 50,000 50,000 - 50,000 0.0% 50,000 50,000 - 50,000 0.0% In Process Ongoing
51 EE1919 R Lighting Project and Rehabilitation 1,350,000 1,350,000 - 1,350,000 0.0% 1,350,000 1,350,000 - 1,350,000 0.0% In Process Waiting on final plan
52 EE1930 Substation Battery Replacement 7,500 7,500 - 7,500 0.0% 7,500 7,500 - 7,500 0.0% In Process Preparing to order
VS and main bldgs at McKee complete. Will address
53 EG1901 R Preservation of Structures 75,000 75,000 16,045 58,955 21.4% 75,000 75,000 16,045 58,955 30.0% In Process other bldgs as weather and manpower allow
54 EG1902 Unit #3 Turbine Intercept Valve 438,000 438,000 - 438,000 0.0% 438,000 438,000 - 438,000 0.0% Not Started Scheduled for Spring 2019 outage
55 EG1904 R Plant Syst Safety & Compl Improvements 132,000 132,000 - 132,000 0.0% 132,000 132,000 - 132,000 0.0% In Process Equipment on order
56 EG1905 R McKee Run Unit #3 Boiler Systems 515,000 515,000 - 515,000 0.0% 515,000 515,000 - 515,000 0.0% In Process Work to be done during Spring 2019 outage
Computer Replacement on Turbine Control
57 EG1906 System 125,000 125,000 - 125,000 0.0% 125,000 125,000 - 125,000 0.0% Not Started Need to provide info on operating system/platform
58 EG1907 R McKee Run Auxiliary Syst Components 261,000 261,000 - 261,000 0.0% 261,000 261,000 - 261,000 0.0% In Process Equipment on order
59 M Purchase of ERP System 2,606,000 3,547,700 1,076,943 2,470,757 30.4% 548,000 2,057,000 86,060 1,970,940 4.0% In Process Approaching Phase I go live "Financials"
61 Totals - FY 2019 $ 8,348,700 $ 9,290,400 $ 1,526,477 $ 7,763,923 16.4% $ 6,290,700 $ 7,799,700 $ 258,827 $ 7,540,873
62
63 Grand Totals $ 12,576,700 $ 13,609,200 $ 4,726,784 $ 8,882,416 34.7% $ 6,897,700 $ 8,715,800 $ 384,516 $ 8,331,284
Legend
M = Multi-year project - a project with a specific schedule to occur over multiple years. B = Bonded Project
R = Recurring project - a project that begins and ends each fiscal year and is re-budgeted to start over each fiscal year. S = State fully or partially reimbursed project
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ACTION FORM
PROCEEDING: City Council
DEPARTMENT OF ORIGIN: City Council
PREPARED BY: Traci A. McDowell, City Clerk, on behalf of Council President Slavin
SUBJECT: Council and Committee Meetings - Holiday Schedule DATE SUBMITTED: 11-02-2018
RELATED PROJECT: N/A
APPROVALS: N/A
EXHIBITS: N/A
EXPENDITURE REQUIRED: $ N/A AMOUNT BUDGETED: $ N/A
FUNDING SOURCE (Dept./Page in CIP & Budget): N/A
TIMETABLE: N/A
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Cancellation of November 26 and December 24, 2018 City Council Meetings
and November 27 and December 26, 2018 Council Committee of the Whole Meetings. Consideration may also
be given to declaring December 24, 2018 as a special holiday.
BACKGROUND AND ANALYSIS
As we have done in the past, due to the holiday season, it is recommended that the City Council Meetings scheduled
for November 26th and December 24th and the Council Committee of the Whole Meetings scheduled for
November 27th and December 26th be cancelled. Please keep in mind that if the need arises, Special Meetings will
be called.
Additionally, Christmas falls on a Tuesday this year and it is recommended that consideration be given to
recognizing Monday, December 24th as a special holiday declared by City Council for City employees.
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