REGULAR AND EXHIBIT

REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING The Regular City Council Meeting was held on April 11, 2022 at 6:30 p.m. with Council President Sudler presiding. Council members present were Mr. Anderson, Mr. Boggerty, Mr. Neil, Dr. Pillsbury, Mrs. Arndt, Mr. Rocha, Mr. Taylor, and Mr. Hare. Staff members present were Police Chief Johnson, Ms. Peddicord, Mr. Hugg, Mrs.Melson-Williams, Mr. Rodriguez, and Mrs. Bennett. Mayor Christiansen was also present. OPEN FORUM The Open Forum was held at 6:15 p.m., prior to commencement of the Official Council Meeting. Council President Sudler declared the Open Forum in session and reminded those present that Council was not in official session and could not take formal action. There were no members of the public that wished to speak during the Open Forum. INVOCATION The invocation was given by Elder Ellis Louden. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilwoman Dr. Julia Pillsbury. ADOPTION OF AGENDA Mr. Neil moved for adoption of the agenda, seconded by Mr. Hare and unanimously carried. ADOPTION OF CONSENT AGENDA All Consent Agenda items are considered routine and non-controversial and will be acted upon by a single roll call vote of the Council. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a member of Council so requests, in which event the matter shall be removed from the Consent Agenda and considered a separate item. Mr. Anderson moved for adoption of the consent agenda as amended to remove Item #13- Controller/Treasurer Budget Report for February 2022 off of Consent Agenda, seconded by Mr. Rocha and carried by a unanimous roll call vote. CERTIFICATE OF CONGRATULATIONS - DOVER HIGH SCHOOL - 2022 DELAWARE INTERSCHOLASTIC ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION (DIAA) UNIFIED BASKETBALL TEAM CHAMPIONS The City Clerk read the following Certification of Recognition into the record: CERTIFICATE OF CONGRATULATIONS Presented to The Dover High School Unified Basketball Team

CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF APRIL 11, 2022 PAGE 2 on being the 2022 Delaware Interscholastic Athletic Association (DIAA) Unified Basketball State Champions. We commend the following student-athletes for their outstanding performance: Xavier Ford Jlyn Taylor Nevae Grandison Ethan Roth Jordan Moran Daniel Rivera Javione Jackson Tyere Dennis JayDen Tickner Steven Powell Tyir Trott Kiara Tate Gracie Talamantes-Team Manager The entire team and Coaches Michael Denman, Gavin Schukoske, Aaron Vaughan and Jennifer Gumble are applauded for their remarkable achievement. We enjoyed cheering you on and look forward to next season. On behalf of the Mayor and Council, Mayor Christiansen presented the certificates to the Dover High School Unified Basketball Team and Coaches. PROCLAMATION - NATIONAL LINEMAN APPRECIATION DAY 2022 The City Clerk read the following Proclamation into the record: WHEREAS, the City of Dover Electric Department is a valuable community asset that contributes to the well-being of citizens through reliability, low-cost service, customer service, environmental protection, economic development and safety awareness; and WHEREAS, the City of Dover linemen are our community's first-responders in the wake of power outages by major winter and summer storms and other catastrophic events, working to make the scene safe for other public safety personnel. While citizens are taking shelter from storms, linemen are going out to ensure the citizens of Dover have electricity; and WHEREAS, linemen play a vital role in the lives of our citizens by maintaining and growing our electrical infrastructure. This profession demands passion, dedication and ongoing training and requires linemen to work around thousands of volts of electricity high atop power lines 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, to keep the electricity flowing; and WHEREAS, the work of City of Dover's linemen not only includes providing reliable power for our own community, but also responding generously to assist in staffing needs for neighboring cities and states. NOW, THEREFORE, I, ROBIN R. CHRISTIANSEN, MAYOR OF THE CITY OF DOVER, DELAWARE, do hereby proclaim April 18, 2022 as National Linemen Appreciation Day in the City of Dover and urge all residents to express their heartfelt appreciation to all the men and women

CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF APRIL 11, 2022 PAGE 3 who so diligently serve to ensure that electrical power continues to flow to the homes and businesses of this city despite severe weather and electric system damage. On behalf of the Mayor and Council, Mayor Christiansen presented the proclamation for National Lineman Appreciation Day. Councilman Rocha, Chair of the Utility Committee accepted on behalf of Mr. Paul Waddell, Electric Director, who was not able to attend the meeting. PRESENTATION - COUNCIL RESOLUTION NO. 2022-03 - MATTHEW J. LINDELL The City Clerk read the following Resolution into the record: WHEREAS, Matthew J. Lindell was sworn into office as Councilman of the First District on May 24, 2017 and served with distinction until his resignation on September 23, 2021; and WHEREAS, throughout his tenure Mr. Lindell served on the Economic Development Committee, the Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB) Trust Fund Board, and served as Chair of the Legislative, Finance, and Administration Committee; and WHEREAS, Matthew J. Lindell served with a commitment to doing what was right for the residents of Dover and was always open and available to listen to the needs and concerns of his constituents and he contributed greatly to the betterment of the City and its citizens.; and WHEREAS, Mr. Lindell displayed tenacity, candor, and the courage to adhere to his convictions when deliberating a myriad of city issues; and WHEREAS, Matthew J. Lindell built a bridge between his work with City Council and his work as an educator by bringing his experience as a Capital School Board member and president to his deliberations and by sharing his council member experiences with his students at Cape Henlopen High School, offering an invaluable perspective to both members of City Council and his students. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and Council, recognize that Matthew J. Lindell will be sorely missed and express their sincere appreciation to him and his family for the dedicated years of service and personal sacrifices made on behalf of the City of Dover, and wish him and his family success in all future endeavors. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Mayor and Council direct the City Clerk to make this resolution a part of the permanent records of the City of Dover as a lasting symbol of appreciation and gratitude to Matthew J. Lindell. On behalf of members of City Council and the citizens of the City of Dover, Mayor Christiansen presented Mr. Lindell with the City Key, Resolution, and Dover Cup in recognition of his years of service with the City of Dover.

CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF APRIL 11, 2022 PAGE 4 PUBLIC HEARING/FINAL READING OF PROPOSED ORDINANCE #2022-02 - REZONING REQUEST FOR PROPERTIES LOCATED AT 411 SOUTH GOVERNORS AVENUE, 429 SOUTH GOVERNORS AVENUE, 435 SOUTH GOVERNORS AVENUE, 439 SOUTH GOVERNORS AVENUE/117 WEST WATER STREET, 441 SOUTH GOVERNORS AVENUE, AND 447 SOUTH GOVERNORS AVENUE A public hearing was duly advertised for this time and place to consider the rezoning of properties located at 411 South Governors Avenue, 429 South Governors Avenue, 435 South Governors Avenue, 439 South Governors Avenue/117 West Water Street, 441 South Governors Avenue, and 447 South Governors Avenue consisting of 1.74 +/- acres, owned by the State of Delaware and an alley. The properties are currently zoned IO (Institutional and Office Zone) and subject to the SWPOZ (Source Water Protection Overlay Zone), and the proposed zoning is IO (Institutional and Office Zone) subject to SWPOZ (Source Water Protection Overlay Zone) and H (Historic District Zo n e). (Tax P arcel s : ED-05-07 7.09-03-37.00-000,ED-05-077.09-03-48.00-0 0 0 , ED-05-077.09-03-50.00-000,ED-05-077.09-03-51.00-000,ED-05-077.09-03-52.00-000, ED-05-077.09-03-61.00-000, and an alley; Planning Reference: Z-22-01 and HI-22-02; Fourth Council District) Council President Sudler reminded members of the public that copies of the proposed ordinance were available at the entrance of the Council Chambers or on the City's website at www.cityofdover.com under "Government." Mr. Neil moved that the Final Reading of Proposed Ordinance #2022-02 be acknowledged by title only, seconded by Mrs. Arndt and unanimously carried. (The First Reading of the ordinance was accomplished during the Council Meeting of February 28, 2022.) Planner's Review Mrs. Dawn Melson-Williams, Interim-Director of Planning and Community Development, reviewed the petition to amend the zoning district and the findings and recommendations of the Planning Commission. She noted that the Planning Commission and Historic District Commission recommended approval of the rezoning request. Responding to Mr. Anderson, Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that request is for six properties that are owned by the State of Delaware. She referred to the exhibit map in the Council Packet and explained that there are other properties within the block that are owned by private individuals and they are already within the Historic District. Public Hearing Council President Sudler declared the public hearing open. Mr. Elio Batista Jr., Esq. of Parkowski, Guerke, and Swayze, 116 West Water Street, on behalf of the State of Delaware explained that from a legal perspective the reason they are here is the future site of the courthouse is the shape of an L. The long portion of the L is not in the Historic District and the bottom portion of the L is and it makes sense to put everything into one category. The State of Delaware wanted to put it into the Historic District to comply with the requirements. Also, to

CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF APRIL 11, 2022 PAGE 5 keep the charm of the City of Dover and help revitalize not only the center of Dover, but also have a facility that provides some dignity to those that are going through some of the most challenging times of their lives in the Family Court. Judge Michael Newell, Chief Judge of the Family Court in the State of Delaware, introduced members of the Family Court Bench as well as the three Judicial Officers who reside in the Kent County Family Court and serve the litigants of the City of Dover and Kent County. Judge Newell explained that the need for a Family Court building has been established by many studies as early as 2006. He stated that there was a southern court facility space study and at that time, was looking at all the courthouse facilities below the C&D Canal, and specifically the Family Court building in Kent County was rated as inadequate. He further stated that other studies since that time have cited issues with the security of the building. He then explained that the United States Marshall Service, who services the Federal Judiciary were retained to do a security assessment of our courthouses and cited many issues related to the security in the building. The building was built in 1989 and since that time, there have been many changes. There have been changes in the number of Judicial Officers that are in the building on Court Street. The expanded jurisdiction, population changes, increased number of filings, and most important, changes in security protocol and courthouse design. Judge Newell explained that they have been dealing with these issues since he became Chief Judge, and that the important issues to be aware of area size, security and safety, dignity, inclusion, and parking. He further explained that in terms of size, the current building was built in 1989 and has 35,000 square feet of space. The current space needs are estimated at 105,000 square feet, exactly three times the current space needs. The average courtroom size that they have is below modern courthouse standards and the court rooms average size are approximately 600 square feet per courtroom. He stated that it not safe for anyone in the courthouse. He explained that it was built at the time Chief Judge Robert Thompson took family court from out of the Arden building and at the time the current building was considered a new modern facility. It was built before September 11th 2001 when standards on security were drastically modified. Mr. Taylor moved to extend the three minute time frame for public comment, seconded by Mr. Boggerty and unanimously carried Judge Newell explained that he started to address the security issues. He stated that in the current building, there's no separate waiting areas for our victims, no confidential areas for attorneys and their clients to meet and complete petitions or have confidential conversations. The current holding cells do not meet Federal Compliance Standards because they do not allow for male or female and adult or juvenile separation, that comes from the juvenile justice delinquency and prevention act. Judge Newell explained that the current building allows for mixed circulation. He explained that in a courthouse there are three flows of circulation, the public, the judicial officers and their staff, and the detainees, inmates, juvenile detainees that are part of our jurisdiction. He further explained that currently when the Department of Correction vans or the Youth Rehabilitative Service vans

CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF APRIL 11, 2022 PAGE 6 come into the courthouse, they park in a parking garage. He stated there is a Sally Port, however, the current vans are larger than the Sally Port because the doors cannot close and have a secure place for the transfer of inmates. Also, detainees ride the same elevator as our staff and our judicial officers. Judge Newell explained that there was an incident many years ago with former Judge Bill Nicholas. Mr. Nicholas got on an elevator without knowing there was an adult inmate on the elevator and the inmate spat in his face. Judge Newell further explained that in terms of security and safety, the courtrooms are just far too small. Also, in terms of dignity, the most intimate and personal issues that can befall families, parents and children happen in family court. They are what is known as a unified Family Court, because they hear virtually all issues related to families and children. Judge Newell further explained the current building does not offer the dignity that a courthouse should offer. The new building will have bigger courtrooms, adequate meeting space for litigants and attorneys, and better workspace for employees. The new building will meet modern day safety and designs standards with appropriately sized courtrooms, victim waiting space, and the traffic circulation. Judge Newell stated the new building won't have that mixed traffic circulation. In the new building, there will be plenty of space for the public and for the attorneys to conduct their courthouse work in privacy and with respect. He explained that they would like the courthouse to have the civic presence in Dover. Judge Newell explained that the estimated investment or cost of this building that we put into this county is more than $122 million. He further explained there will be a parking structure that will be constructed along with this building that will provide approximately 350 parking spaces. He further explained that the parking garage will allow during the week for parking for litigants, employees, and the public that are doing business in our court and also in the other courts. They will be taking up some parking that currently exists along Water Street, but that it'll be replaced by this parking structure. Judge Newell stated that a dignified, safe and appropriately spaced courthouse is a necessity in this day and age. Responding to Mr. Rocha, Judge Newell responded that it will continue to be a state building. Bill Lenihan, Principal with Tevabaugh Architecture, 2 Mill Road, stated that they have gone through the City of Dover Planning Commission and the City of Dover Historic District Commission. He referred to this process as a two-step process where they have gone through the process and are hopefully concluding this evening with the rezoning of the Historic District boundary adjustment. He further explained that later this month they will be meeting with the Historic District and the following month with the Planning Commission for the standard process of reviewing the design and the site of the building. Mr. Lenihan explained that it was mentioned why they want to rezone this property and as seen on the site plan, that it is an L-shaped site. He further explained the two ends of the site are currently in the Historic District, but the center is not. There is a need to be able to make this site consistent under one zoning with the Historic District and also to be consistent with the National Register, which includes the full block here. The Kent County Metropolitan Planning Organization

CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF APRIL 11, 2022 PAGE 7 recommendations, and the other Historic District guidelines stated this would be the ideal site for a large building project. The Kent County Metropolitan Planning Organization felt that this rezoning is consistent with all the other guidelines and regulations that the City of Dover has already put in place, so they are recommending moving forward. Mr. Lenihan also stated that they are thankful to the city of Dover for last year, placing this full contiguous site in the Institutional and Office Zone (IO) that is what led this project to be able to move forward, so that they would not have to move ahead during this calendar year. He stated that this is the last time appearing before City Council, so he wanted to show renderings that are being proposed for the building. After meeting with the State Judicial Construction Oversight Committee tomorrow, they will attend Historic District and Planning Commission. Dr. Pillsbury moved to extend the three minute time frame for public comment, seconded by Mr. Boggerty and unanimously carried Mr. Lenihan explained that the rendering on the top is the view from the intersection of Water Street and Governor's Avenue and you see the three story courthouse, and extending along Governor's Avenue is the parking structure. They are trying to keep with the Historic District guidelines of having a contemporary building, but have the character proportions and materials also fit within the guidelines. He showed a ground view elevation of the front of the proposed courthouse. He showed a tower element and glazing with box window elements of brick along Water Street, and then along Governor's Avenue, there is the front lobby with the brick columns and the cast stone cornice. Mr. Lenihan explained that the intersection dips down about six feet. That is why the building is on a pedestal and then along Governor's Avenue in the distance, there is vertical circulation elements of the parking structure, where the glazing will have the same red brick on the parking structure and on the courthouse. He stated there is an elevation of the parking structure along Governor's Avenue starting with the vertical circulation tower. He explained that there is articulation along the elevations and also proportions of windows that are in character with the Historic District. Mr. Lenihan showed a few smaller vignettes on the bottom where they are adding additional articulation and smaller scale elements that are applied to the parking structure along Bank Lane. He explained they are looking forward to working with the rest of the City of Dover in the Development Advisory Committee meetings and all the city departments that we have been engaged with and going back to the Planning Commission and the Historic District. Mr. Lenihan thanked the City Council and City of Dover employees. Responding to Mr. Rocha, Mr. Lenihan stated that there is a bridge connector between the parking garage and the courthouse so Judges and Commissioners have a secure area to move through the complex in a safe manner. Responding to Dr. Pillsbury, Mr. Lenihan stated that the State of Delaware has said that they would be open to having conversations with the City of Dover and other organizations about making the parking garage available as needed.

CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF APRIL 11, 2022 PAGE 8 Responding to Mr. Sudler, Mr. Lenihan explained that there are three elements that look like smaller scale buildings that are about 30 feet wide and come several feet off the face of the building and they have a cornice line that is similar to the same height of most of the cornice lines of buildings on The Green. Mr. Lenihan explained that they hope to have a full glazing in the windows as well. He stated that there is the backdrop of a larger scale building, however you have these elements and cornice lines that you recognize and they are in scale with the other elements seen on The Green. William Walls, retired Family Court Judge and practicing attorney at Parkowski, Guerke and Swayze, 116 West Water Street. He explained that he agrees with everything being said about the current courthouse and stated that the judges and commissioners have lived it and that it should have happened 15 or 20 years ago. Former Judge Walls then asked for Council to support this application. Mr. Anthony Panicola stated that he is an attorney in Dover. His address is 840 Walker Road. He stated he is the President of the Kent County Bar Association. Mr. Panicola stated that as a practicing attorney in Dover, who practices in Family Court and on behalf of all the attorneys and litigants, this is welcome and needed for everyone involved, and the Kent County Bar Association does support this. Ms. Laura Yiengst stated her address is 314 South State Street, and a practicing member of the Delaware Bar in Kent County. She stated that the three issues are the dignity, safety, and parking. She expressed from a practitioner's standpoint of what it means to have a new courthouse. She explained she has been practicing in Dover for almost 30 years. When she started as a prosecutor, she stated that the lockup at Family Court was dangerous. There are only three cells. There is only one cell with a table and it is probably not much bigger than a bathroom in a house. When an attorney meets with an inmates, they are locked in the cell. Ms. Yiengst further explained that there are only two other holding areas. She stated when there are females, males, and juveniles, there is no place to meet privately with your client. She described the lockup holding area as approximately 12 feet by 15 feet, and one that just has a bench along the wall. Ms. Yiengst explained that lockup is not a safe place to meet with clients ans it is not a safe place to go as a Prosecutor to talk to Pro Se litigants. Ms. Yiengst explained that there are people who are in there for misdemeanors that are also facing termination of parental rights and people who have prior criminal histories, including Class A felonies, and they are not safe people to be in that close proximity. It is also not a safe area to have juveniles who are in lockup in such close proximity to the adult incarcerated individuals. She further explained that with respect to parking, the problem is if you have ever driven down Martin Luther King or down Court Street in the middle of a Monday or Tuesday or Wednesday at Family Court, people park all the way down Court Street into the neighborhood. They park along the lane that runs parallel to Martin Luther King. Ms. Yiengst explained that it is not a safe area. Family court is an emotionally charged area of law and it is not safe to be walking that far due to a lack of parking. There are employees in the courthouse who have to park out there as well as litigants and attorneys. She stated a parking area

CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF APRIL 11, 2022 PAGE 9 would be welcomed. She went on to explain that dignity is extremely important. There is no place to speak to a client if we are waiting to go in a courtroom. Mr. Yiengst explained that there are litigants on both sides in the same small waiting area. There are efforts made to divide them into two different waiting areas for criminal days and protection from abuse days but they are feet apart from each other. The waiting areas in front of Judge McGiffin and Judge Vari's courtrooms who are upstairs, however Judge Pyott courtroom is downstairs but uses the same waiting area. There is one small area and where Judge Pyott is downstairs is also where people have to go for records. Mr. Hare moved for approval of the rezoning request, as recommended by the Planning Commission. The motion was seconded by Mr. Boggerty and, by a unanimous roll call vote, Council adopted Ordinance #2022-02, as follows: PRESENTATION - POLICE DEPARTMENT 2021 ANNUAL REPORT Police Chief Thomas Johnson reviewed a Power Point presentation (Exhibit #1) depicting highlights of the 2021 Annual Report for the Dover Police Department. Responding to Mr. Rocha, Chief Johnson stated that the police department is still struggling in the area of recruitment and getting people interested in a uniform public safety role, even the cadet role. He further explained that they are authorized for six cadets but have not been above three in the better part of a year. Chief Johnson thanked City Administration for raising the hourly rate for a cadet to $15 dollars an hour however, that did not increase recruitment. Chief Johnson explained that he did not want to recommend the cadet program being a full-time position until he is sure he will be able to get enough interested parties to come and stay in that role, because that is a lot to do for an Full-Time Employee who might only be passing through or would lose interest. Chief Johnson further explained that he may suggest a hybrid program so that if they have a cadet that is impressive, shows some intention that they would like to stay a while and they enjoy the role, maybe convert them, take that enthusiasm and put it to better use. He stated that he would not bring that to City Council until he was sure he could fill the positions. Chief Johnson explained that right now he is not sure that he could do that, however it is on his radar. Chief Johnson further stated that the goal is to have visible uniform presence over and above what is being done with sworn police officers. He does not think Responding to Mr. Rocha, Chief Johnson explained they are working on recruitment possibilities within the area high schools. He explained that they are in the organization stage of an Explorer Post. He stated that it would be a Public Safety Explorer post that would attract young people that might be interested in a career in police, fire, EMS, emergency management or 911 dispatcher. They are going to combine those concepts. He believes the age range to participate is going to be 14 to 20 years old. He explained it falls under the umbrella of scouting, however different from Boy or Girl Scouts. The goal is to get into the lives of young people and helping them form their passion and enhance their understanding of a career in the public safety profession while they are still forming

CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF APRIL 11, 2022 PAGE 10 their opinions of where they want to go in their life. The hope is to create a pipeline that leads to the cadet role and then ultimately a career in policing. Responding to Mr. Sudler, Chief Johnson explained that in regard to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, the police department is running all of their purchasing through additional filters to make sure they identify minority owned businesses. Chief Johnson further explained that the department will not have a promotional board that does not have diverse representation. The department has made changes to the promotional test that has validations associated with it in relation to sensitivities to minority groups. The changes are court tested, peer reviewed, and academically reviewed. Chief Johnson stated that the previous testing program worked very well and produced great officers, however he doesn’t want anyone to say they are not using the best practices to find leadership and create opportunities for everybody. The department does additional training over and above the baseline training. Chief Johnson stated that he has two officers attending the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee meetings. Responding to Mr. Sudler, Chief Johnson stated that he intends to send a communication to Council to show the recruitment efforts of his department. He further explained that although recruitment has declined, the recruiting process has been successful and the process of recruiting minority candidates has increased. He explained the department has been through four hiring cycles in two years, both 2020 and 2021. The memorandum will detail the progress the department has made in this process. In the current cycle of 2022, 10 out of 22 candidates represent diversity which better represents Dover. Chief Johnson further explained that the department is taking advantage of a grant they received, and they are going to start a targeted media campaign that will further increase the numbers. Responding to Mr. Sudler, Chief Johnson explained that the security of the community engagement vehicle would require 24 hour staff just as a brick and mortar building. He stated that just parking the unit or a patrol car and walking away doesn’t serve the necessary purpose. He further explained that it would take additional staff to achieve the results that City Council is looking for with the additional substation whether brick and mortar or using the community engagement vehicle. Chief Johnson explained that was one of the reasons why he was so focused on hourly utilization study last year. It was to make sure that they knew where all of our hours were going, and so he could account for those hours. Chief Johnson stated that he believes that without the additional staffing to support a mobile station it could end up being a disappointment. Mr. Anderson moved for acceptance of the 2021 Police Department Annual Report. The motion was seconded by Mr. Hare and unanimously carried. CONTROLLER/TREASURER MONTHLY REPORT -FEBRUARY 2022 Lori Peddicord, Controller/Treasurer, presented the February 2022 Controller/Treasurer monthly report. Responding to Mr. Neil, Ms. Peddicord explained that there has not been this type of increase in

CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF APRIL 11, 2022 PAGE 11 energy costs in 10-15 years. Ms. Peddicord stated that it has enabled the City of Dover to give the credit to the customers and also fund the rate stabilization reserve. She further stated that given the increase that they are seeing in everything else, She believes it is going to continue with the energy market. Ms. Peddicord stated that she and Dave Hugg, City Manager, met with TEA, the energy authority, to review the Fiscal Year 2023 budget and it was troublesome and wanted to make the members of council aware. She further explained that rolled up in the numbers, you do not see the items that are hugely in a deficit as of February. She stated that from March through the end of June, the deficit in these two or three categories could decrease based on demand and costs. However, she stated that for Fiscal Year 2023, she does not think the energy prices are going to decrease. Responding to Mr. Neil, Ms. Peddicord stated that the plan is to bring a budget amendment to Council in the first part of May for Fiscal Year 2023. She explained that she may suggest that the City pull some money out of the rate stabilization fund to absorb some of this deficit this year. She also stated that she would like to consider the future years too. She further explained that it is going to be some really hefty lifting and planning and just riding the wave. Ms. Peddicord stated that there has been 10 to 15 years of good prices. Mr. Neil moved for acceptance of the February 2022 Controller/Treasurer Report. The motion was seconded by Mr. Anderson and unanimously carried. ADOPTION OF MINUTES - REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OF MARCH 28, 2022 The Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of March 28, 2022 were unanimously approved by motion of Mr. Anderson, seconded by Mr. Rocha and bore the written approval of Mayor Christiansen. COUNCIL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE REPORT - MARCH 29, 2022 The Council Committee of the Whole Meeting was held on March 29, 2022 at 6:11 p.m., with Council President Sudler presiding. Members of Council present were Mr. Anderson, Mr. Boggerty, Mr. Hare (via video), Mrs. Arndt, Mr. Rocha (left at 6:57p.m. and returned at 7:02 p.m.), Mr. Taylor, and Dr. Pillsbury.Mr. Neil was absent. Mayor Christiansen was also absent. Civilian members present for parliamentary procedure training were Mr. Lewis and Mr. Jones, (Parks, Recreation, and Community Enhancement), Mr.Shelton (via video) (Safety Advisory and Transportation), and Mr. Contant and Mr. Shevock (via video) (Legislative, Finance, and Administration). Mr. McCutcheon (Utility) and Ms. Jackson (Safety Advisory and Transportation) were absent. COUNCIL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE Adoption of Agenda Mr. Rocha moved for adoption of the agenda, seconded by Mr. Boggerty and unanimously carried. Parlimentary Procedures Training

CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF APRIL 11, 2022 PAGE 12 Dr. Reba R. Hollingsworth, Member of the National Association of Parliamentarians (NAP), reviewed a presentation entitled "Parliamentary Procedure Presentation." Mr. Sudler confirmed Council follows the Dover Code of Ordinances and Roberts Rules of Order to facilitate Council Meetings. Responding to Mr. Taylor, Dr. Hollingsworth explained to ratify a motion means that a motion was made at a previous meeting without a quorum present and the committee acted, to make sure the action that was taken is acceptable to the rest of the committee it must be ratified at the next meeting with a quorum. Responding to Mr. Taylor, Dr. Hollingsworth stated recess is a privileged motion which means that you had an emergency that you need to stop. If you the committee wishes to discuss something else that is not related to the issue you may lay the other issue on the table. Responding to Mr. Anderson, Dr. Hollingsworth stated the 12th Edition of Robert’s Rules of Order is a different format than the other editions. Dr. Hollingsworth explained that receiving the agenda beforehand and you have questions a person may look at Robert’s Rules of Order and if they still have questions then call the Chair of the committee. Responding to Mr. Boggerty, Dr. Hollingsworth explained once a special committee has served its purpose and submitted its final report to Council a vote to disband the committee is not necessary. Mr. Sudler moved for adjournment of the Council Committee of the Whole meeting, hearing no objection the meeting adjourned at 7:21 p.m. By consent agenda, Mr. Anderson moved for acceptance of the Council Committee of the Whole Report, seconded by Mr. Rocha and carried by a unanimous roll call vote. MONTHLY REPORTS - FEBRUARY 2022 By motion of Mr. Anderson, seconded by Mr. Rocha, the following monthly reports were accepted by consent agenda: City Assessor’s Report City Council’s Community Enhancement Fund Report City Manager’s Report City Planner’s Report Controller/Treasurer’s Budget Report Fire Chief’s Report Police Chief’s Report CITY MANAGER'S ANNOUNCEMENTS

CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF APRIL 11, 2022 PAGE 13 Mr. David S. Hugg, III, City Manager, stated that a new Human Resources Director has been hired and will be starting in May. He also explained that they are in the process of interviewing applicants for the Planning and Community Development Director. Mr. Hugg explained that the City of Dover submitted to the Congressional funding process, a little over $10 million worth of projects that include new road work, additional water main and other water projects, as well as for continuation of the accessible playground at Dover Park and for funding for the Dover Police Department’s outdoor wireless camera program to the congressional funding process. COUNCIL MEMBERS' ANNOUNCEMENTS Mr. Taylor extended Happy Easter to those who celebrate the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Mr. Anderson wished everyone a blessed Holy Week. He wished Happy Passover to those who observe. Mr. Anderson reminded everyone that April 30, 2022 is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. He explained that this event is meant to provide a safe, convenient, and responsible means of disposing of prescription drugs. .Mr. Sudler moved for adjournment of the Regular Council meeting, hearing no objection the meeting adjourned at 9:35 p.m. ANDRIA L. BENNETT CITY CLERK-SELECT All ordinances, resolutions, motions, and orders adopted by City Council during their Regular Meeting of April 11, 2022 are hereby approved. ROBIN R. CHRISTIANSEN MAYOR /AB S:\AGENDAS-MINUTES-PACKETS\Council-Minutes\2022\04-11-2022 REGULAR.wpd Exhibits Exhibit #1 - Dover Police 2021Annual Report

EXHIBIT #1 Regular Council Meeting of 4/11/2022 Dover Police Department 2021Annual Report Thomas A. Johnson, Jr. – Chief of Police

The Patrol Unit  “The Backbone of the Department”  24 hours a day – 7 days a week  Most “Calls for Service”  Most community contacts  Widest variety of challenges  Most visible part of the agency  Every Officer starts out in this Unit  4 Platoons working 12-hour shifts  Huge Pandemic Challenges  Lieutenant Jordan Miller, OIC

Canine Teams PFC Craig Mitchell and K9 “Jits” CPL Cliff Figueroa and K9 “Reeko” WPD K9 Academy - Explosives DSP K9 Academy - Explosives Special Thanks – Dr. Joel Halpern for his $10,000 donation to the Canine Unit mission

Shift Investigators Heather Braun John Brennan Emily Gurian  Vital to the organization as Detectives are not always available  Possess special skills of related to evidence and interviewing  Helps us maintain a high level of service around the clock  BIG assist from the Criminal Investigations Unit with the training  Several Officers from each shift were trained during 2021

Field Training Officers Turn Academy Graduates into effective Officers capable of independent duty Training moves through four phases over the course of 16 weeks Patrol FTO team successfully field-trained 14 new Officers in 2021 New officers were in training on almost every patrol shift FTO Program was very resilient in 2021 On-schedule * Short staffed * COVID-19 pandemic Siobhan Burton Nate Garey

Dedication to Duty  10:12 in the morning on December 25th  Officers David Spence and Jacob Miller  Quick response - alarm at the Lowes store  located an unsecured access point  found a subject burglarizing the business  Officers continued to investigate thoroughly  determine the suspect entered multiple times  another $7,300 worth of merchandise was PFC David Spence recovered - secondary location

Community-Based Policing Philosophy All four platoons assigned areas in each of the four patrol districts to focus on community engagement.  increase our one-on-one outreach  focuses on neighborhoods  Still have to handle 911 calls / admin duty  neighbors can expect community-related conversation in public spaces  Hope is to discover neighborhood issues  Answer any questions residents might have on law enforcement or the Dover PD

Secrets to our Success Mr. Alexander Hassman Mr. Casey Wallace Information Technology Mechanical Technology

CRIMINAL INVESTIGATIONS UNIT Investigate the most serious crimes Financial and identity theft cases Perform background investigations Greatly improved clearance rates  Robberies 77% (National = 35%)  Burglaries 69% (National = 15%)  Theft 28% (National = 24%)  Rape 60% (National = 30%) Lieutenant Aaron Dickinson, OIC

CRIME SCENE INVESTIGATIONS UNIT o Detective Nolan Matthews o National Forensic Academy (NFA) o University of Tennessee o Ten week training program o Evidence identification, collection, and preservation o Two full-time detectives assigned o Both received NFA training.

DRUGS, VICE AND ORGANIZED CRIME (DVOC) UNIT STREET CRIMES UNIT Separate units - successful together - efforts were on gangs & violent offenders Total of 11 Officers> 3 are assigned to the U.S. Marshals, DEA, & ATF Task Forces Responsible for the seizure of 154 illegal firearms - 63% increase from 2020  22% decrease in shootings Detective Logan Spicer Crime-Stoppers Award  Significant illegal drug seizures Methamphetamine seizures up 413% $201,760 from illegal drug proceeds

SPECIAL ENFORCEMENT UNIT The SEU is our most versatile group in uniform. While they each have a distinct sub-specialty, they make each other better by supporting each other’s special assignment goals. Community Policing Unit Youth Unit Police Athletic League Motor Unit Cadets – Parking – Animals Lieutenant Paul Kuntzi, OIC

Community Policing Unit • Doubled the staff - total of ten • Re-establish/improve relationship with: • Neighborhood watch organizations • Civic associations • Property managers • Better engage community issues: • Homelessness • Public alcohol consumption • Persistent loitering • Public urination • Traffic enforcement

Community Policing Unit In July, the CPU acquired K-9 “Roy” who serves as the Dover Police Facility Dog. Roy has been utilized in a multitude of ways ranging from community relations activity to emotional relief after traumatic events in or around Dover. • Compassion care visits to families • Supporting return to socialization • Visits to local schools – “fetch” • Visits to Dover Library • Visits to “First Fridays” Roy visits a student with partner PFC Lee Killen

Community Policing Unit Participation in community events supporting: Tracy Palmer Ministries Dover Housing Authority Police Athletic League Operation Gobble Green Beret Project Christmas giveaway Downtown Dover Partnership DSU Freshman “Downtown clean-up” Dover High and DSU homecoming parades National Night Out Dover Little League “trick or treat” night

Community Policing Unit Community Response Vehicle (CRV) Operational in the late spring Help connect neighborhoods to resources that support a healthy and safe community Simon Circle, Capital Green, New & Reed Try to provide access to much needed resources where they are needed Connect citizens who need help finding: suitable housing job opportunities help with substance abuse >>> Bridge Clinic

Community Policing Unit Youth Unit Specially trained in school resource methods Provide a safe / successful learning environment Returned to In-person instruction in the Fall Socialization suffered during the Pandemic SROs worked closely with Academic Staff Provide support & build relationships w/students Informal Counseling / Mentorship Educate students on the law to prevent the long-term consequences of juvenile delinquency Hosted the annual National Night Out L-R MCpl. Gedney & Cpl.’s Piazza, Stevenson, Nester, Knight

Community Policing Unit Police Athletic League Continuing partnership with the Capital School District After-school & summer programs / educational & recreational opportunities Leadership principles are embedded into all activities Central Middle School Outdoor Classroom was renovated 1st annual “Outrunning Childhood Cancer” 5K run / 1 mile walk Two sessions of Dover Police Youth Academy The driving force behind the PAL program is PFC Anthony Smith Unmatched passion for mentoring our children PAL expects to bring back “Day in their Boots” and the Football Combine

Community Policing Unit Motor Unit Able to fill three of the vacant positions Address traffic complaints more effectively Significant impact on traffic violations Upgrade to radar traffic counter software Improved data from traffic surveys

Community Policing Unit Motor Unit Community outreach events Escorting funeral processions Ceremonial events Movements of President Biden Bike races - 5K runs - City parades

Victim Services PROFESSIONAL CRISIS COMPASSION BEST POSSIBLE ASSISTANCE ASSISTANCE EMPATHY OUTCOMES Referrals to Services Death Notifications Victim Dignity Tough Decisions Criminal Justice updates Emergency Room Secondary Victims On-Call 24/7 Courtroom Support Crime Scenes Food/Clothing/Shelter Networking Victim Compensation Interventions Employee Resource Follow-Up work Coordinator Diane Glenn

BODY WORN CAMERA INITIATIVE My Hat In January, Council endorsed Axon, Inc. Best value was the “Officer Safety” package Included Cameras, Tasers, Gear, & Training Interoperability between technologies Unlimited capacity for digital storage Successful 2021 Grant Cycle – 2 Awards $50,000 obtained through the SLEAF $140,000 Federal working with the CJC Delaware passed a Body Worn Camera law Regulations are under development Our program has expanded significantly

 Unfortunately ~ it took the entire year to accomplish BODY WORN CAMERA  Fortunately ~ we were successful in: INITIATIVE 1. keeping the original price parameters 2. learning the total number of devices we needed 3. obtaining all of the grant funding we applied for  The last twist was the impact of supply chain crisis Equipment ordered - delivery time a constant question Shortage of components - increased national demand  Very happy with the virtual reality training (VRT) Emerging technology - Real-world scenarios Reinforce our training in critical decision-making Stressful and complex circumstances Special thanks to Captain Kevin Kober

Clinical Field Partners  Initiative has been led by Lt. Jordan Miller  Hundreds of hours of research and planning  Behavioral Health Unit will include:  2 clinical practitioners  Community Policing Unit – 1 FTE assigned  Ongoing assessments of “real-time” situation  Balance prevention, response, and follow-up  Relationship with the Dover Behavioral Health  Funding secured from a CJC grant and;  Line-item supplemental - State budget  Dover PD would like to thank:  CJC Director Christian Kervick  CJC Grant Specialist Valarie Tickle  Representative Valerie Longhurst

Group Violence Intervention (GVI) National Network Academic Research Safe Communities Family Services Human Services PROJECT Cabinet Council Law Enforcement Captain Randy Robbins

Police Chief’s Advisory Committee Rev. Dr. Imam Dr. Chief Ms. Mr. Ms. Carol Arqum Chanda Thomas Courtney Victor Schatze Harris Rashid Jackson Johnson Ford Giangrant Sykes First Anniversary on September 30th ~ It continues to thrive and engage issues The entire Body Worn Camera program was vetted by the group Mr. Jordan Recruitment of new Officers ~ embrace the expanded use of targeted digital media Waverly Demby The Police Academy curriculum ~ Committee suggestions incorporated into 1st revision DeBraux Sponsor an anti-gang/drug/violence video contest ~ Did not resonate young people The failure of that initiative led to the Youth Sub-Committee ~ monthly meetings Other highlights include the June meeting ~ connect the community with City Council Mr. MCpl. Information received that evening + survey from National Night Out = list of new topics Matthew Nathaniel ** It should also be noted that the Advisory Committee was very engaged with the team Warren McNeil that put together the Dover-specific plan for Group Violence Intervention (GVI).

LIFESAVING AWARDS Ptlm. Brandyn Clancy Ptlw. Alicia Corrado Ptlm. Daniel Godwin PFC Jonathan Haith PFC Bryce Jackson Ptlm. Ryan Bevan Ptlm. Joshua Hebert Ptlm. Jordan Marucci Ptlm. Connor Cpl. Leonard Nester MCpl. Jacob Rankin MCpl. Carlton Turner Cpl. James Piazza PFC Nathaniel Weir Ptlm. David Spence PFC Lee Killen Pellegrini-Foley

Police Chief’s Award Sgt. Peter Martinek - MCpl. Robert Barrett MCpl. Jacob Rankin - MCpl. J. Michael Willson Cpl. James Johnson - Cpl. Matthew Krogh PFC Nicholas Bufalini - PFC Robert Cunningham PFC Logan Spicer - Probation & Parole Ofc Daniel Stagg Victim & suspect in a recent homicide were both members of rival gangs Social media threats >> retaliatory shootings Investigated and conducting surveillance on the threatening individuals Hard work and coordination >> 7 guns in less than 24 hours Prevented future shootings ~ 2020 homicide investigation closed Drive-by shooting solved

Officer and Civilian of the Year 2021 Patrolman First Class Records Unit Clerk Dale Starke Emily Waldridge

New Sworn Officers Patrolman Max Alderson Patrolman Andrew Devine Patrolwoman Brittney Finnegan Patrolman Gunnar Goad Patrolman Joshua Hebert Patrolwoman Erin Marshall Patrolman Jordan Marucci Patrolman Jacob Miller Patrolman Connor Pellegrini-Foley Patrolman Jake Shepherd Patrolman Connor Schell Patrolman Anthony Slaughter Patrolman Travis Smith Patrolman Diego Zamora

PROMOTIONS SERGEANT MASTER CORPORAL Peter Martinek Jacob Rankin Brian Wood PATROLMAN FIRST CLASS CORPORAL Brandyn Clancy Bryce Jackson Dale Boney Strovenscolv Larochelle Robert Cunningham Michael Simpkiss Willie Johnson, Jr. Dale Starke Steven Vieira

RETIREMENTS Sergeant Anthony Digirolomo Master Corporal Michael Wisniewski 28 Years of Service 22 Years of Service

Data Analysis ENFORCEMENT ADMINISTRATION TRAFFIC CONCERNS HOURLY UTILIZATION Moving Violations 2020 2021 Change DUI 152 208 37% Total Duty/Productivity Hours = 158,430 Administrative Functions = 39,668 Speeding 320 945 195% Stop Signs 141 262 86% Careless Driving Other Dangerous 384 444 474 540 23% 22% Criminal Investigations = 28,969 All others 3,767 5,424 69% Patrol Time = 22,696 Grand Total 5,208 7,853 66% Training = 21,075 Civil Red Light 12,727 10,410 18% CRIME CONCERNS CALL VOLUME Group A Offenses 2020 2021 Change Homicide 9 4 56% Calls For Service 33,313 < 39,455 18% Sex Crimes 20 28 40% Robbery 27 26 4% Aggravated Assault Non-Aggravated Assault 320 938 378 1,448 18% 54% Mental Health Related 417 < 468 12% Burglary Grand Total 65 5,265 45 6,108 31% 16% Drug Overdoses 83 < 119 43% Shootings 60 47 28%

Grant/Donation Funding Summary

Thank You Captain Christopher Hermance for photography & research CSI-PFC Nolan Matthews for photography Dover Police Records and Analytical Units for data and figures Assistant to the Chief Rebecca McNamara for coordination