Dover public meetings in 2022

Development Advisory Committee (DAC)

The Dover Development Advisory Committee is meeting to review a site development plan and minor subdivision for a property at 631 Ridgely Street. The proposal would subdivide 28.65 acres into two parcels and construct a 42,400-square-foot warehouse on one parcel. The committee will consider waiver requests for curbing, parking, and lot frontage. Public participation is available via phone or web link.

• Site development plan and minor subdivision for 631 Ridgely Street (S-23-01)
• Subdivision of 28.65 acres into 4.924-acre Parcel A and 23.726-acre residual parcel
• Construction of 42,400 SF warehouse on Parcel A
• Waiver requests: partial elimination of curbing, reduction of parking, and subdivision waiver for lot without frontage
• Property zoned IPM (Industrial Park Manufacturing Zone)

Council Committee of the Whole

The Dover Council Committee of the Whole will not hold its scheduled meeting on December 27, 2022. The agenda is a cancellation notice, so no items will be discussed or decided at this time.

City Council Meetings

This agenda announces that the regular City Council meeting scheduled for December 26, 2022, will not be held. No business items, discussions, or decisions are listed for this date.

• Meeting cancelled for December 26, 2022

Home Events

The Dover Planning Commission unanimously recommended approval of three development applications and a zoning text amendment. It approved the annexation and rezoning of three parcels on West Denneys Road, a warehouse on Commerce Way, a retail store at 293 South Saulsbury Road, and a text amendment to the IPM-2 zone. All votes were 9-0.

• Approved annexation and rezoning of three parcels on West Denneys Road to RM-2 (9-0)
• Approved warehouse site plan on Commerce Way with waiver for partial fence elimination (9-0)
• Approved retail store site plan at 293 South Saulsbury Road (9-0)
• Recommended approval of IPM-2 text amendment to City Council (9-0)

Historic District Commission

The Dover Historic District Commission's December 15, 2022 meeting is cancelled due to lack of agenda items. The next scheduled meeting will be held on January 19, 2023.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda items
• Next meeting scheduled for January 19, 2023

City Council Meetings

This is a special meeting of the Dover City Council, held virtually and in person, with the sole substantive item being a recess into executive session to discuss personnel matters under Delaware law. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no public decisions or discussions listed. Potential action may follow the executive session, but no details are provided.

• Executive session for personnel matters under 29 Del. C. §10004(b)(9)
• Virtual meeting access via WebEx with dial-in and event number
• Potential action resulting from executive session

The City Council held a special meeting and, after an executive session on personnel matters, unanimously approved the interim reclassification of the Emergency Communications Manager position and directed staff to draft an ordinance for a permanent change. They also unanimously reaffirmed the wage scale subject to budgetary constraints, directing the City Manager to bring proper budgetary numbers under the city purchasing policy. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved interim reclassification of Emergency Communications Manager position (unanimous)
• Directed staff to draft ordinance for permanent reclassification (unanimous)
• Reaffirmed wage scale subject to budgetary constraints (unanimous)
• Directed City Manager to bring budgetary numbers per purchasing policy (unanimous)

Council Committee of the Whole

This meeting has been canceled, and all agenda items will be considered at the January 10, 2023 meeting. The agenda included a presentation from the Mid-Atlantic Justice Coalition, a review of the energy commodity risk management policy, a bid award for Williams Park storm pipe replacement, a roundabout analysis, and updates from IBEW and the library.

• Mid-Atlantic Justice Coalition presentation (no action required)
• Annual review of Governing Policy for Energy Commodity Risk Management (staff recommends approval)
• Bid award to Gateway Construction, Inc. for Williams Park Storm Pipe Replacement, ITB #23-0004PW, $148,000
• Dover Roundabout Analysis for Governors Boulevard, Ross Street and Bradford Street (public input and further research)
• IBEW Local 1238 membership priorities update and library rebranding presentation

City Council Meetings

The Dover City Council failed to override Mayor Christiansen's veto of a street design waiver for the Raymond Street and Railroad Avenue development, with the motion defeated 4-3 with one abstention. The council also adopted ordinances establishing a tax increment financing (TIF) framework and updating the city clerk and controller/treasurer appointment procedures. The proposed loitering ordinance was sent back to committee for further review after amendments were made.

• Veto override for Raymond Street/Railroad Avenue waiver defeated (4-3, 1 abstention)
• Adopted Ordinance #2022-22 establishing Tax Increment Financing (TIF) framework (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance #2022-23 updating Controller/Treasurer appointment (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance #2022-24 updating City Clerk duties and records management (unanimous)
• Annexed and rezoned 1107 South Bradford Street to C-2A (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-11 awarding Bronze Medal to Daniel Harmon (unanimous)
• Sent loitering ordinance #2022-26 back to Safety Committee (7-1)
• Approved Flock Safety vehicle identification cameras (unanimous)

DDP Merchant Committee

The Dover Downtown Partnership (DDP) Merchant Committee is meeting to discuss routine business, including approving October minutes, hearing public comments, and planning promotions and events. The agenda includes updates on the Capital Key, a merchant window contest, downtown gift cards, and the DDP Master Plan, as well as upcoming events like the Capital Holiday Celebration and Small Business Saturday. The meeting is largely procedural and planning-focused, with no major decisions or financial items listed.

• Merchant Window Contest (December)
• Downtown Gift Cards update
• Capital Holiday Celebration and Small Business Saturday events
• Merchant Mixer scheduled for February 20
• DDP Master Plan Update

DDP Merchant Committee

The DDP Merchant Committee met to discuss promotional activities, including the Capital Key update and downtown gift cards. The agenda included updates on the DDP Master Plan and the Downtown Dover App. The body also reviewed the Fiscal Year 23 schedule for mixers, window contests, and regular meetings.

• Review of DDP Master Plan Update
• Discussion of Downtown Dover App
• Fiscal Year 23 schedule for mixers and window contests
• Promotion updates for Capital Key and Downtown Gift Cards

Development Advisory Committee (DAC)

The Dover Development Advisory Committee (DAC) will hold an applicant meeting to review and comment on three applications ahead of the Planning Commission meeting on December 19, 2022. The agenda includes an annexation and rezoning of three parcels on West Denneys Road, a site development plan for a retail building at 293 South Saulsbury Road, and a zoning text amendment for the IPM-2 zone. Public comment is not accepted at this meeting; it will be taken at the Planning Commission meeting.

• Annexation and rezoning of 40.1157 acres on West Denneys Road (Ordinance #2022-25) to RM-2
• Site plan for 9,100 SF retail building at 293 South Saulsbury Road (Royal Farms property)
• Text amendment to IPM-2 zone to add uses like vocational education, craft distilleries, and microbreweries (Ordinance #2022-21)

Development Advisory Committee (DAC)

The Dover Development Advisory Committee is reviewing three applications: an annexation and rezoning of three parcels totaling 40.1157 acres on West Denneys Road, a site plan for a 9,100 SF retail building at 293 South Saulsbury Road, and a text amendment to the IPM-2 zone to allow additional uses. The committee provides technical review and comments before public hearings.

• Annexation and rezoning of 40.1157 acres on West Denneys Road to RM-2 (Medium Density Residence Zone), with parcels owned by Craig, Keller, and Burkett
• Site development plan for a 9,100 SF retail building at 293 South Saulsbury Road, adjacent to a Royal Farms convenience store
• Text amendment to IPM-2 zone to add permitted uses including printing, publishing, binding, packaging, and conditional uses like vocational education facilities and craft distilleries
• Public hearings scheduled for December 19, 2022 (Planning Commission) and January 9, 2023 (City Council) for the annexation and text amendment

Construction and Property Maintenance Code Board of Appeals

The Dover Construction and Property Maintenance Code Board of Appeals will hold a virtual meeting to consider one appeal regarding property maintenance code violations at 34 N. Governors Avenue. The violations include electrical system hazards and structures unfit for human occupancy. The board will decide whether to uphold or overturn the violations.

• Appeal of property maintenance code violations at 34 N. Governors Avenue (Paul Ayers/Ayers Company)
• Violations include electrical system hazards (Section 604.3) and unfit for human occupancy (Section 108.1.3)

Council Committee of the Whole

The Dover Council Committee of the Whole meets to discuss and recommend action on several items, including a proposed loitering ordinance, an annexation request for three parcels on West Denneys Road, and approval of a sole-source vendor for police cameras. The committee will also review transportation priorities, energy policy, and personnel matters. No final votes are taken; recommendations go to the full council.

• Proposed Ordinance #2022-26 adding Section 70-2 on loitering
• Annexation request AX-22-03 for three parcels on West Denneys Road (Craig, Keller, Burkett) totaling ~40 acres, proposed RM-2 zoning
• Approval of sole-source vendor Flock Safety for vehicle identification cameras
• FOP MOU items and wage scale implementation (originally $239,68.63, cost estimate pending)
• 911 Supervisor position creation and salary range

The Council Committee of the Whole recommended approval of Ordinance #2022-26, which adds a loitering section to city code, for first reading at the December 12, 2022, regular council meeting. The 8-2 roll call vote followed discussion of the ordinance's constitutionality and its potential impact on marginalized communities, with letters from the ACLU and NAACP urging rejection. The committee also recommended approval of the 2023 transportation priorities, continued research on utility services for an annexation request, and approved a grant-funded sole source vendor for Flock Safety cameras. The wage study was discussed as an update, with a motion to continue work and bring another report, and a special meeting with the Controller/Treasurer was approved to address communication issues.

• Approved Ordinance #2022-26 (loitering) for first reading (8-2)
• Approved 2023 Transportation Priorities (unanimous)
• Approved continued research on utility services for West Dennys Road annexation (unanimous)
• Deferred Energy Commodity Risk Management policy review to Dec. 13 (unanimous)
• Approved Flock Safety vehicle identification cameras as sole source vendor (unanimous)
• Approved special meeting with Controller/Treasurer to resolve communication issues (unanimous)
• Approved scheduling executive session to discuss 911 supervisor position (unanimous)
• Approved continuing wage study work and bringing another report (unanimous)

City Council Meetings

The Dover City Council will hold a public hearing on a bond issuance for Robbins Hose Company, consider several proposed ordinances on zoning, tax increment financing, and city officer duties, and receive updates on parks, electric truck costs, and AFSCME priorities. The agenda also includes routine consent items and fire department officer elections.

• Public hearing on Resolution 2022-09 approving bond issuance for Robbins Hose Company No. 1
• Proposed Ordinance #2022-21 amending IPM2 industrial park manufacturing zone
• Proposed Ordinance #2022-22 amending Chapter 102 Taxation (Tax Increment Financing)
• Proposed Ordinance #2022-23 and #2022-24 amending Controller/Treasurer and City Clerk divisions
• Request for waiver on Raymond Street and Railroad Avenue dead-end street and sidewalk requirements

The Dover City Council approved a $4,674 change order for a fire truck apparatus, bringing the total to $733,000, and adopted Resolution 2022-09 authorizing Robbins Hose Company No. 1 to issue up to $750,000 in bonds. Council also approved two subdivision waivers for Railroad Avenue (increasing dead-end street length and eliminating a sidewalk) with a 6-2 vote and one abstention, and adopted ordinances raising various building, fire, and rental permit fees. Several other ordinances were introduced for first reading, including one on tax increment financing.

• Approved $4,674 change order for fire truck apparatus, total $733,000 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-09 authorizing up to $750,000 in bonds for Robbins Hose Co. (unanimous)
• Approved subdivision waivers for Railroad Avenue dead-end length and sidewalk elimination (6-2, 1 abstention)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-10 amending property maintenance code and fees (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-14 amending rental dwelling regulations and fees (unanimous)
• Approved $75,707.76 additional cost for electric Digger Truck #775 (unanimous)
• Accepted Silver Lake Dam 2022 inspection report (unanimous)
• Accepted 2023 Robbins Hose Company fire line officers (unanimous)

Home Events

The Dover Planning Commission approved a revised master plan for DuPont Plaza at 747 N. DuPont Highway, a warehouse at 119 Rosemary Road, and recommended annexation and rezoning for 1107 S. Bradford Street. It also granted a one-year extension for the Walker Pavilion site plan. All votes were 8-0 except the DuPont Plaza vote, which was 7-1.

• Approved S-22-12 DuPont Plaza revised master plan (7-1)
• Approved S-22-13 Garrison Homes warehouse with sidewalk waivers (8-0)
• Recommended approval of AX-22-02 annexation and rezoning to C-2A (8-0)
• Approved one-year extension for S-20-12 Walker Pavilion (8-0)
• Approved revised agenda and October 17, 2022 minutes (8-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Dover Board of Adjustment's regular meeting scheduled for November 16, 2022, has been cancelled. The next scheduled meeting will be held on December 21, 2022, at 9:00 AM. This notice contains no substantive items for discussion or decision.

• Meeting cancelled for November 16, 2022
• Next meeting set for December 21, 2022 at 9:00 AM

Council Committee of the Whole

The Safety, Advisory, and Transportation Committee recommended approval of two subdivision waivers for Railroad Avenue, allowing an increased dead-end street length and elimination of a sidewalk on one side, as recommended by the Planning Commission. The motion passed 6-2-1, with Taylor and Boggerty opposed and Sudler abstaining. The committee also accepted the Silver Lake Dam 2022 inspection report, and the Legislative, Finance, and Administration Committee recommended approval of four ordinances for first reading and an additional $75,707.76 for an electric truck purchase.

• Recommended approval of Railroad Avenue subdivision waivers (6-2-1)
• Accepted Silver Lake Dam 2022 inspection report (unanimous)
• Approved additional $75,707.76 for Digger Truck Vehicle #775 (unanimous)
• Recommended first reading of Ordinance #2022-21 (IPM2 zoning) (unanimous)
• Recommended first reading of Ordinance #2022-22 (Tax Increment Financing) (unanimous)
• Recommended first reading of Ordinance #2022-23 (Controller/Treasurer) (unanimous)
• Recommended first reading of Ordinance #2022-24 (City Clerk) (unanimous)

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will hold a standard procedural meeting to adopt minutes and hear presentations. The agenda includes a presentation on the Delaware Climate Active Plan by the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control and an update from the Central Delaware Chamber of Commerce. No specific ordinances, contracts, or budget decisions are listed for vote.

• Presentation on the Delaware Climate Active Plan by Susan Love, Administrator of DNREC
• Update from Dina Vendetti, President of the Central Delaware Chamber of Commerce
• Adoption of minutes from the October 11, 2022 meeting

The Economic Development Committee met on November 15, 2022, but did not take any formal votes or action items due to a lack of quorum. The meeting consisted of presentations from DNREC on the Delaware Climate Active Plan and from the Central Delaware Chamber of Commerce on its activities and partnerships. Members discussed potential future topics, including the Downtown Dover Master Plan and business startup tutorials.

• No formal decisions or votes taken due to lack of quorum
• Heard presentation on Delaware Climate Active Plan from DNREC
• Heard update from Central Delaware Chamber of Commerce
• Discussed potential agenda items for January 10, 2023 meeting, including Downtown Dover Master Plan

City Council Meetings

The Dover City Council will hold final votes on two zoning ordinances, including changes to three parcels on West Denneys Road and a property at 630 W. Division Street. The meeting also includes the first reading of a new ordinance regarding rental dwelling fees and penalties. Additionally, the council will review bid evaluations for the College Road Pump Station Replacement and consider utility services for a property at 1107 S. Bradford Street.

• Final reading of Proposed Ordinance #2022-20 amending Council District boundaries.
• Final reading of Proposed Ordinance #2022-12 changing zoning designation for 630 W. Division Street.
• First reading of Proposed Ordinance #2022-25 changing zoning for three parcels on West Denneys Road to RM-2.
• First reading of Proposed Ordinance #2022-14 amending regulations for Rental Dwellings and Fees.
• Evaluation of bids for the College Road Pump Station Replacement.

The Dover City Council adopted Ordinance #2022-12, rezoning the property at 630 West Division Street from C-3 (Service Commercial Zone) to C-2A (Limited Central Commercial Zone), subject to the Corridor Overlay Zone. The vote was 7-2, with Council President Sudler and Councilman Hare opposed, citing concerns about traffic safety and the unknown future use of the property. The council also adopted the reapportionment of council district boundaries (Ordinance #2022-20) and the FY2022-23 budget amendments (Ordinance #2022-18).

• Adopted Ordinance #2022-12 rezoning 630 West Division Street to C-2A (7-2)
• Adopted Ordinance #2022-20 reapportioning council district boundaries (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance #2022-18 amending the FY2022-23 budget (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance #2022-14 amending rental dwelling regulations (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance #2022-10 on unpaid fines (unanimous)
• Referred annexation/rezoning request for three West Denneys Road properties to committees (unanimous)
• Recommended supporting 35 MPH speed reduction on Kenton Road (unanimous)
• Recommended awarding $580,580 contract to Teal Construction for College Road Pump Station Replacement (unanimous)

Home Events

The joint pension and OPEB boards unanimously accepted the quarterly performance reviews for the General Employee Pension Plan, Police Pension Plan, and OPEB Plan for the quarter ending September 30, 2022. The boards also adopted the agenda and minutes from prior meetings, and reviewed market commentary and additional fund information. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural.

• Adopted meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Adopted minutes from May 5, 2022 joint meeting (unanimous)
• Adopted minutes from August 25, 2022 joint meeting (unanimous)
• Accepted Q3 2022 performance review for General Employee Pension Plan (unanimous)
• Accepted Q3 2022 performance review for Police Pension Plan (unanimous)
• Accepted Q3 2022 performance review for OPEB Plan (unanimous)

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will review the demolition of a fire-damaged commercial/residential building at 233-239 W. Loockerman Street, which was previously declared a Dangerous Building by City Council. The body will also elect its 2023 Chair and Vice-Chair and approve the annual meeting schedule. Additionally, the commission will review summaries of 2021 and 2022 applications and architectural review certificates.

• Review of demolition activities for 233-239 W. Loockerman Street and 149 S. New Street (Tax Parcel ED-05-077.09-01-50.00-000).
• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair for the Historic District Commission.
• Approval of the 2023 meeting and deadline schedule.
• Review of Summary of Applications for 2021 and 2022.
• Review of Summary of Architectural Review Certificates for 2022.

The Dover Historic District Commission met and discussed the impending demolition of the fire-damaged building at 233-239 W. Loockerman Street, which had been declared 'Demolition by Neglect' by the Commission in October. The City Solicitor opined that City Council's Dangerous Building order supersedes the Commission's authority, and the demolition bid was approved by Council. The Commission took no formal action on the demolition, acknowledging the process is out of their hands. They also re-elected Eric Czerwinski as Chair and Ms. Horsey as Vice Chair for the next year.

• Re-elected Eric Czerwinski as Chair and Ms. Horsey as Vice Chair for 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved agenda as presented (4-0)
• Approved minutes of October 20, 2022 meeting (4-0)
• Acknowledged City Solicitor's opinion that Council's demolition order supersedes Commission action on 233-239 W. Loockerman St.
• Noted demolition bid for 233-239 W. Loockerman St. was approved by City Council

DDP Design Committee

The Dover Downtown Partnership Design Committee met via Zoom to discuss updates on the Biggs project and the 'Dover Welcomes DSU Downtown' initiative. The agenda included discussions on the Holiday Window Decorating Contest, holiday decorations, and downtown banners. No specific votes, contracts, or ordinances were listed in the provided text.

• Biggs Update
• “Dover Welcomes DSU Downtown” update
• Holiday Window Decorating Contest
• Holiday Decoration Update
• Downtown Banners

City Council Meetings

The Dover City Council is holding a special meeting to evaluate bids for the demolition of properties at 235-239 West Loockerman Street, owned by SAG Holdings, LLC. Staff recommends awarding the contract to Design Contracting. The council will decide whether to approve the contract.

• Evaluation of bids for demolition of 235-239 West Loockerman Street
• Staff recommends awarding contract to Design Contracting

The Dover City Council awarded the demolition contract for 235-239 West Loockerman Street to Design Contracting, the second-lowest bidder, after the lowest bidder failed to submit a required bid bond. The decision was made unanimously. The council also discussed potential methods to recoup demolition costs, including liens or attaching costs to property taxes.

• Awarded demolition contract for 235-239 West Loockerman Street to Design Contracting (unanimous)
• Adopted meeting agenda (unanimous)

City Council Meetings

The council held a special meeting, went into executive session for personnel and legal strategy, and returned to approve two actions. It agreed to compensate the police chief and deputy chief for work at the Firefly 2022 Music Festival, despite noting the mayor and police department exceeded their authority in issuing a related notice. It also accepted all four staff recommendations, amended to include a memo from the City Manager reinforcing proper vehicle usage.

• Approved compensation for Chief and Deputy Chief for Firefly 2022 work (unanimous)
• Accepted all four staff recommendations with amendment for City Manager memo on vehicle usage (unanimous)

Development Advisory Committee (DAC)

The Development Advisory Committee is reviewing three development applications: an annexation and rezoning request, a small warehouse project, and a large industrial warehouse. The committee will provide technical feedback to the Planning Office, which will forward recommendations to the Planning Commission and City Council. One previously reviewed application, DuPont Plaza, has been rescheduled for a later meeting.

• Annexation and rezoning of 1107 S. Bradford Street from RM to C-2A zone (0.2582 acres) for Ditko Properties, LLC.
• Site development plan for a 17,485 SF warehouse at 119 Rosemary Road and 110 Lafferty Lane for Garrison Homes, LLC.
• Site development plan for a 234,000 SF warehouse on Commerce Way for Commerce Way Dover DE LLC.
• Waiver requests for sidewalk elimination along Rosemary Road and Lafferty Lane for the Garrison Homes project.

Construction and Property Maintenance Code Board of Appeals

The Dover Construction and Property Maintenance Code Board of Appeals will hold a virtual meeting to consider one appeal. The item is a property maintenance code violation at 531 Lakewood Place, related to accessory structures under the 2009 International Property Maintenance Code. The board will decide whether to uphold or overturn the violation.

• Appeal of property maintenance violation at 531 Lakewood Place (Brian Carbaugh)
• Violation cited under 2009 IPMC Chapter 3, Section 302.7 (Accessory Structures)
• Virtual meeting via WebEx with public dial-in and link

DDP Parking Committee

The Dover DDP Parking Committee's Safety Working Group is meeting to discuss parking and safety issues, including updates from the Dover Police and city committees. They will review old business on a safety assessment tour and after-hours parking problems on Bradford Street, and consider new plans for the brick area in front of the old Sears Building at 32 W. Loockerman. The agenda is mostly procedural, with public comments and a future meeting date to be determined.

• Bradford Street parking issues after hours
• Plan for brick area in front of old Sears Building (32 W. Loockerman)
• Safety assessment tour updates from City
• Dover Police update
• City's Safety, Advisory & Transportation Committee update

DDP Merchant Committee

The Dover Downtown Partnership (DDP) Merchant Committee is meeting to discuss routine business including approving June minutes, public comments, and updates on promotions and events. The agenda includes updates on the Capital Key, merchant window contests, downtown gift cards, and upcoming events like First Saturday and Small Business Saturday. The committee will also receive a DDP Master Plan update and discuss volunteer needs for Dover AFB newcomer orientations.

• Merchant Window Contest (October)
• Downtown Gift Cards
• DDP Master Plan Update
• Dover AFB Newcomer Orientations – volunteers needed
• Events: First Saturday, Paint Dover!, History Heritage Hops, Small Business Saturday

Council Committee of the Whole

The Dover Council Committee of the Whole will hold three committee meetings on October 25, 2022. They will discuss a post-mortem of the Firefly Music Festival, a proposed speed reduction on Kenton Road, utility services for a property at 1107 S. Bradford Street, a $580,580 contract for the College Road Pump Station Replacement, and a proposed ordinance on rental dwelling fees. The agenda was revised to remove a proposed ordinance on tax increment financing.

• Debriefing/Post-Mortem on Firefly Music Festival (presentations by Planning and Inspections and Dover Police)
• Staff recommends supporting speed reduction to 35 MPH on Kenton Road between Forrest Avenue and Chestnut Grove Road
• Annexation request for utility services at 1107 S. Bradford Street (AX-22-02)
• Evaluation of bids: award contract to Teal Construction for College Road Pump Station Replacement, RFP #23-0001WW, for $580,580
• Proposed Ordinance #2022-14 amending Chapter 22 rental dwellings and Appendix F fees and fines

The Council Committee of the Whole recommended supporting a speed reduction to 35 mph on Kenton Road between Forrest Avenue and Chestnut Grove Road, as recommended by staff. The committee also recommended approving utility services for a property at 1107 S. Bradford Street and awarding a contract for the College Road Pump Station Replacement. Additionally, they recommended moving Ordinance #2022-14 to first reading.

• Recommended supporting 35 mph speed limit on Kenton Road (unanimous)
• Recommended approving utility services for 1107 S. Bradford Street annexation (unanimous)
• Recommended awarding $580,580 contract to Teal Construction for College Road Pump Station Replacement (unanimous)
• Recommended moving Ordinance #2022-14 (rental dwellings fees) to first reading on Nov. 14 (unanimous)

City Council Meetings

The Dover City Council will hold a regular meeting with a public hearing and first reading of an ordinance on district boundaries, plus final readings on ordinances affecting manufactured homes, nuisances, and cross-connection control fees. The consent agenda includes committee reports, a budget amendment ordinance, and a TIF district recommendation. The meeting also includes routine items like minutes, reports, and appointments.

• Proposed Ordinance #2022-20 amending Chapter 2, Section 2-31 district boundaries (first reading)
• Proposed Ordinance #2022-18 budget amendments for fiscal year 2023 (final reading)
• Proposed Ordinance #2022-08 amending manufactured homes fees and fines (final reading)
• Proposed Ordinance #2022-15 adding nuisance section and amending fees (final reading)
• Proposed Ordinance #2022-17 amending cross connection control fees (final reading)

The Dover City Council adopted three ordinances on final reading: Ordinance #2022-08 amending manufactured home placement, inspection, and licensing rules; Ordinance #2022-15 expanding nuisance definitions and penalties; and Ordinance #2022-17 updating water service fees and penalties. The council also approved a budget amendment ordinance (#2022-18) on first reading, recommended creating a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district, and accepted a staff recommendation to declare a property at 207 North West Street dangerous.

• Adopted Ordinance #2022-08 amending manufactured home rules (unanimous, Rocha absent)
• Adopted Ordinance #2022-15 expanding nuisance definitions and penalties (unanimous, Rocha absent)
• Adopted Ordinance #2022-17 updating water service fees and penalties (unanimous, Rocha absent)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance #2022-18 budget amendments (unanimous, Rocha absent)
• Recommended identifying a TIF district and drafting an ordinance (unanimous, Rocha absent)
• Accepted staff recommendation to declare 207 North West Street dangerous (unanimous, Rocha absent)
• Deferred first reading of Ordinance #2022-10 to November 14 (unanimous, Rocha absent)

Historic District Commission

The Dover Historic District Commission will meet to approve minutes, hear reports, and review a referral for demolition activities at 233-239 W. Loockerman Street and 149 S. New Street, a property declared dangerous by City Council. The commission will determine if demolition by neglect occurred and review the architectural review certification for demolition. The meeting is open to the public in person and virtually.

• Review of demolition referral HI-21-07 for 233-239 W. Loockerman St. and 149 S. New St., owned by SAG Holdings, LLC
• Adoption of minutes from May 19 and August 18, 2022
• Summary of applications and architectural review certificates for 2022
• Preservation Delaware annual conference and training sessions in November 2022

The Dover Historic District Commission voted 2-1 to declare the fire-damaged building at 233-239 W. Loockerman Street (and 149 S. New Street) as demolition by neglect. A separate motion to approve the Architectural Review Certification for demolition failed 0-3. The commission then voted 3-0 to refer the property back to city planning staff for evaluation of possible reconstruction with prospective investors before any demolition proceeds.

• Declared 233-239 W. Loockerman St. as demolition by neglect (2-1)
• Denied Architectural Review Certification for demolition (0-3)
• Referred property for evaluation of possible reconstruction with investors (3-0)
• Approved agenda (3-0)
• Approved May 19, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved August 18, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0)

Construction and Property Maintenance Code Board of Appeals

This meeting of the Dover Construction and Property Maintenance Code Board of Appeals has been canceled. The agenda had listed one appeal of a property maintenance code violation at 48 Scioto Court, but no decisions will be made.

• Meeting canceled
• Appeal of violation at 48 Scioto Court (Joy Woodruff) listed but not heard

Board of Adjustment

The Dover Board of Adjustment has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for October 19, 2022. The next meeting is set for November 16, 2022. No items were discussed or decided.

Downtown Dover Partnership Board

This meeting of the Downtown Dover Partnership, originally scheduled for October 18, 2022, has been canceled and will be rescheduled. The agenda had included a presentation by Mosaic Development Partners on a draft master plan with financial recommendations, plus public comment.

• Meeting canceled and rescheduled
• Mosaic Development Partners draft master plan presentation (canceled)
• Public comment period (canceled)

Home Events

The Dover Planning Commission approved a minor subdivision plan for NCALL at 217, 225, 235 North Kirkwood Street, creating four residential lots and expanding the adjacent Mary and Kirkwood Streets Park. The commission also voted to recommend approval to City Council for a rezoning at 630 W. Division Street from C-3 to C-2A, despite public concerns about potential impacts on nearby businesses. Both votes were unanimous 8-0 with one member absent.

• Approved SB-22-05 NCALL minor subdivision at 217, 225, 235 N. Kirkwood St. (8-0)
• Recommended approval of Z-22-03 rezoning at 630 W. Division St. to C-2A (8-0)
• Approved agenda as submitted (8-0)
• Approved September 19, 2022 meeting minutes (8-0)

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee met on October 11, 2022, and heard presentations from Capital School District Superintendent Dr. Vilicia Cade and Kent County Tourism President Pete Bradley. The committee discussed the health of minority businesses in Dover, including concerns about contracting opportunities, quality-of-life issues affecting businesses, and the need for more inclusive procurement. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational and discussion-focused.

• Adopted meeting agenda unanimously
• Adopted October 12, 2021 minutes unanimously
• Adopted September 13, 2022 minutes unanimously

Council Committee of the Whole

The Dover City Council Committee of the Whole met on October 11, 2022, to review two primary items. The Legislative, Finance, and Administration Committee considered Proposed Ordinance #2022-18 for Fiscal Year 2023 budget amendments and the identification of a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district. Staff recommended approval of the budget amendments and referral of the TIF proposal to staff for ordinance drafting. The meeting also included standard reports from the Mayor and Council members.

• Proposed Ordinance #2022-18 for Fiscal Year 2023 budget amendments
• Identification of a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district
• Referral of TIF proposal to staff to draft a Proposed Ordinance

The Council Committee of the Whole recommended approval of the FY2023 budget amendment (Ordinance #2022-18) and recommended identifying a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district for the Downtown Master Plan, referring it to staff to draft an ordinance. Both motions passed unanimously. No final decisions were made; these are recommendations to the full Council.

• Recommended approval of FY2023 budget amendment (Ordinance #2022-18) (unanimous)
• Recommended identifying a TIF district and referring to staff to draft ordinance (unanimous)

City Council Meetings

The Dover City Council will conduct a final reading on a rezoning request to change 25 acres at 2285 Forrest Avenue from one-family to medium-density residential zoning. The body will also take first readings on ordinances amending property maintenance, nuisance, and manufactured home regulations, along with fee and fine updates. Additionally, the Council will approve a $1.5 million grant for camera expansion and a $60,937.47 payment to AT&T for equipment relocation on a water tank.

• Final reading of Ordinance #2022-11 to rezone 25 acres at 2285 Forrest Avenue to RM-2 (Medium Density Residence Zone)
• First reading of Ordinance #2022-10 amending Property Maintenance Code penalties and fees
• First reading of Ordinance #2022-15 adding a Nuisances section and amending fees
• Approval of $1.5 million grant for police camera expansion
• Payment of $60,937.47 to AT&T for equipment relocation on the Aero Park elevated water tank

The Dover City Council approved a rezoning request for a 25-acre portion of the Calvary Baptist Church property at 2285 Forrest Avenue, changing it from R-10 (One-Family Residence) to RM-2 (Medium Density Residence) with the Corridor Overlay Zone. The vote was 6-2, adopting Ordinance #2022-11. The council also adopted two ordinances increasing fines for weed and solid waste violations, and approved several other items including a $1.5 million grant-funded camera expansion and a grant-funded crime analyst position.

• Approved rezoning of 25 acres at 2285 Forrest Avenue to RM-2 (6-2)
• Adopted Ordinance #2022-09 increasing weed violation fines (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance #2022-13 increasing solid waste violation fines (unanimous)
• Approved $1.5M grant-funded camera expansion (unanimous)
• Approved grant-funded GVI crime analyst position (7-1)
• Approved asbestos abatement contract at 235-239 West Loockerman Street (unanimous)
• Tabled rental dwelling ordinance #2022-14 (unanimous)
• Deferred discussion of special event overtime to executive session (unanimous)

Development Advisory Committee (DAC)

The Dover Development Advisory Committee (DAC) will meet to review and comment on three applications ahead of the Planning Commission meeting on October 17, 2022. The items include a minor subdivision on North Kirkwood Street, a revised master plan for DuPont Plaza, and a rezoning request on West Division Street. Public comment is not accepted at this meeting but will be available at the Planning Commission meeting.

• SB-22-05: Minor subdivision of 217, 225, 235 N. Kirkwood St. into four lots, with land dedicated to expand Mary and Kirkwood Streets Park.
• S-22-12: Revised master plan for DuPont Plaza at 747 N. DuPont Hwy, three buildings totaling 52,190 SF in three phases.
• Z-22-03: Rezoning of 630 W. Division St. from C-3 to C-2A (with COZ-1), 1.0853 acres.
• Meeting held in-person and via WebEx; public comment not accepted.

Election Board

The Election Board unanimously approved staff's recommendation to accept the reapportionment of Council district boundaries based on 2020 Census data. The plan creates four equal-population districts per the City Charter, as the previous 1988 Consent Decree's 'black only' population percentages could not be met with current census data. Two public hearings will be scheduled, and the city will need to petition the U.S. District Court to alter the Consent Decree's requirements.

• Approved reapportionment of Council district boundaries based on 2020 Census Data (unanimous)
• Adopted the meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting at 11:32 a.m. (unanimous)

Council Committee of the Whole

The Dover City Council Committee of the Whole met to review utility infrastructure projects and proposed changes to city codes. Staff recommended approving a $1.5 million grant for police camera expansion and a $16,800 purchase for ground penetrating radar. The committee also considered several ordinances affecting manufactured homes, building maintenance, and nuisance penalties, all recommended for first reading at the October 10 regular meeting.

• Acceptance of a $1.5 million grant-funded camera expansion for the Dover Police Department
• Purchase of a Ground Penetrating Radar machine from M.J. Friedl & Associates, Inc. for $16,800
• Payment of $60,937.47 to AT&T to remove and reattach equipment on the Aero Park Elevated Water Tank
• Proposed Ordinance #2022-15 adding Section 70-9 on Nuisances and amending fees
• Proposed Ordinance #2022-08 amending Chapter 66 regarding Manufactured Homes and Land Lease Communities

The Council Committee of the Whole recommended drafting a new loitering ordinance and approved several items for first reading at the October 10 regular meeting, including ordinances on nuisances, cross-connection control, manufactured homes, property maintenance, and rental dwellings (the latter was tabled). The committee also approved a $1.5 million grant-funded camera expansion and a grant-funded GVI crime analyst position (7-1). No final votes were taken; all actions are recommendations to the full Council.

• Referred loitering ordinance drafting to staff (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance #2022-15 (nuisances) for first reading (unanimous)
• Approved Electric Service Handbook revisions (unanimous)
• Approved consent items: ground penetrating radar, drinking water SRF applications, water tank equipment relocation (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance #2022-17 (cross-connection control) for first reading (unanimous)
• Approved $1.5M grant-funded camera expansion (unanimous)
• Approved grant-funded GVI crime analyst position (7-1)
• Tabled Ordinance #2022-14 (rental dwellings) (unanimous)

City Council Meetings

The Dover City Council approved several items, including referring the drafting of a loitering ordinance to staff, accepting a $1.5 million grant-funded camera expansion, and approving a grant-funded GVI crime analyst position (7-1). The council also approved first readings for multiple ordinances, including those related to nuisances, cross-connection control, manufactured homes, property maintenance, and rental dwellings (the latter was tabled). The meeting was largely procedural, with no substantive policy changes enacted beyond these approvals.

• Approved referral to staff to draft loitering ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved $1.5M grant-funded camera expansion (unanimous)
• Approved grant-funded GVI crime analyst position (7-1)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance #2022-15 (nuisances) for Oct 10
• Approved first reading of Ordinance #2022-17 (cross-connection control) for Oct 10
• Approved first reading of Ordinance #2022-08 (manufactured homes) for Oct 10
• Approved first reading of Ordinance #2022-10 (property maintenance) for Oct 10
• Tabled Ordinance #2022-14 (rental dwellings) for later review

Board of Adjustment

The City of Dover Board of Adjustment has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for Wednesday, September 21, 2022. No specific items were decided or discussed at this session. The next scheduled meeting is set for Wednesday, October 19, 2022, at 9:00 AM.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting scheduled for October 19, 2022

DDP Parking Committee

The Dover DDP Parking Committee met to review notes from a safety assessment tour and discuss new business items. The agenda focused on after-hours issues at Bradford Street parking lots and loitering concerns at the Sears Building on Loockerman Street and the corner of Reed Street and State Street. The meeting also included updates from the Dover Police and the City’s Safety, Advisory & Transportation Committee.

• Review of Safety Assessment Tour Notes
• Discussion of after-hours issues at Bradford Street parking lots
• Discussion of loitering issues at the Sears Building on Loockerman Street
• Discussion of loitering issues at the corner of Reed Street and State Street
• Dover Police Update

Home Events

The Dover Planning Commission denied a conditional use application to convert an existing building at 1241 College Park Drive into office/retail and nine apartments, citing incompatibility with the business park zone. The commission also approved a minor subdivision at 838 Forest Street and recommended approval of a rezoning for 25 acres at 2285 Forrest Avenue. A rezoning application for 630 W Division Street was postponed due to incomplete public notices.

• Denied conditional use C-22-03 for office/retail and apartments at 1241 College Park Drive (7-2)
• Approved minor subdivision SB-22-04 at 838 Forest Street (9-0)
• Recommended approval of rezoning Z-22-02 for 25 acres at 2285 Forrest Avenue to RM-2 (9-0)
• Postponed rezoning Z-22-03 at 630 W Division Street due to incomplete public notices
• Approved agenda (9-0)
• Approved minutes of August 15, 2022 (9-0)
• Accepted staff report on design professionals for Architectural Review Oversight Subcommittee (9-0)

Historic District Commission

The City of Dover Historic District Commission has cancelled its scheduled meeting for Thursday, September 15, 2022. The cancellation is due to a lack of agenda items. The next scheduled meeting will be held on October 20, 2022.

• Meeting cancellation notice issued for September 15, 2022
• Next meeting scheduled for October 20, 2022

Economic Development Committee

The Dover Economic Development Committee is meeting to hear presentations from four organizations: Delaware State University's downtown campus, City Wide Facility Solutions, the Kent Economic Partnership, and Parents Day Off. The agenda also includes routine items like adopting the agenda and minutes, and setting the next meeting date. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• DSU Downtown Campus presentation by Dr. Stacy Downing & Dr. Terrell Holmes
• City Wide Facility Solutions presentation by Tasheema Heyliger
• Kent Economic Partnership presentation by Linda Parkowski
• Parents Day Off (PDO) presentation by William Horace, III

The Economic Development Committee met on September 13, 2022, but did not take any votes or make formal decisions. The meeting was informational, featuring presentations from Delaware State University on its downtown campus expansion, City Wide Facility Solutions, Kent Economic Partnership, and Parents Day Off. Discussions covered DSU's progress and community plans, Garrison Oak property sales, and a proposed therapeutic facility for children with special needs.

• No formal decisions or votes taken at the meeting
• DSU presented year two plans for downtown campus expansion
• City Wide Facility Solutions presented its business model and services
• Kent Economic Partnership discussed industrial development and Garrison Oak property sales
• Parents Day Off presented a proposed therapeutic facility for children with special needs

Council Committee of the Whole

The Council Committee of the Whole met on September 13, 2022, and recommended approval of two ordinances for first reading at the September 26 regular meeting: Ordinance #2022-09 (amending Chapter 114 on vegetation fines) and Ordinance #2022-13 (amending Appendix F on fees and fines). The committee also recommended adopting a resolution to apply for a Drinking Water Matching Planning Grant. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural and informational.

• Recommended approval of Ordinance #2022-09 for first reading (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Ordinance #2022-13 for first reading (unanimous)
• Recommended adopting Resolution 2022-07 for Drinking Water Matching Planning Grant (unanimous)

City Council Meetings

The Dover City Council is holding its regular meeting on September 12, 2022, with a consent agenda of routine items and several notable staff recommendations. Key actions include a first reading of a rezoning ordinance for 25 acres at 2285 Forrest Avenue, a vehicle purchase for an easement machine, and a sole vendor contract for pump replacement. The council will also discuss a water main replacement bid and other administrative matters.

• Rezoning first reading: 25 acres at 2285 Forrest Avenue from R-10 to RM-2 (Ordinance #2022-11)
• Vehicle purchase #690: Easement machine from Atlantic Machinery, Inc. for $56,312
• Sole vendor purchase: Puncheon Run Pump Station pump replacement from Xylem Water Solutions USA, Inc.
• Silver Lake Production Well: change general/lead contractor to Wickersham Construction & Engineering, Inc.
• Public Works FY2023 vehicle purchases: three vehicles using surplus funds from project ST2003

The Dover City Council approved a $2.795 million contract for the North State Street water main replacement, along with several other purchases and appointments. The council also referred a rezoning request for 2285 Forrest Avenue to the Planning Commission and set a public hearing. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $2.795M water main replacement contract to A-Del Construction (unanimous)
• Approved $56,312 easement machine purchase from Atlantic Machinery (unanimous)
• Approved sole vendor pump replacement contract to Xylem Water Solutions (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of three Public Works vehicles using surplus funds (unanimous)
• Referred rezoning of 2285 Forrest Avenue to Planning Commission, set public hearing for Oct 10 (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Dana Shelton to MPO Public Advisory Commission (unanimous)
• Reappointed Kishor C. Sheth to Board of Adjustment (unanimous)
• Approved two appointments to Economic Development Committee (unanimous)

Development Advisory Committee (DAC)

The Dover Development Advisory Committee (DAC) will meet to review and comment on four applications ahead of the Planning Commission meeting on September 19, 2022. The items include a conditional use site plan, a minor subdivision, and two rezoning requests. Public comment is not accepted at this meeting; it will be taken at the Planning Commission meeting.

• C-22-03: Conditional use site plan to convert 11,700 SF building at 1241 College Park Drive into office/retail and 9 apartments
• SB-22-04: Minor subdivision of 838 Forest Street into two parcels (11,792 SF and 11,865 SF)
• Z-22-02: Rezoning of 25 acres at 2285 Forrest Avenue from R-10 to RM-2 (Ordinance #2022-11)
• Z-22-03: Rezoning of 630 W. Division Street from C-3 to C-2A (Ordinance #2022-12)

Development Advisory Committee (DAC)

The Dover Development Advisory Committee (DAC) will review four applications at its August 31, 2022 meeting: a conditional use site plan for an office/retail and apartment conversion, a minor subdivision, and two rezoning requests. The committee provides technical review and recommendations; final decisions are made by other bodies like the Planning Commission or City Council.

• C-22-03: Conditional use to convert 11,700 SF building at 1241 College Park Drive to office/retail and 9 apartments
• SB-22-04: Minor subdivision of 838 Forest Street into two parcels (11,792 SF and 11,865 SF)
• Z-22-02: Rezone 25 acres of Calvary Baptist Church property at 2285 Forrest Avenue from R-10 to RM-2
• Z-22-03: Rezone 630 W. Division Street from C-3 to C-2A (Ordinance #2022-12)

City Council Meetings

The City of Dover Council held a special meeting to discuss a site visit for 235-239 W. Loockerman Street. The agenda was revised to include this item due to the timing of information receipt. The council also recessed into executive session to discuss personnel matters.

• Discussion of 235-239 W. Loockerman Street site visit
• Executive session for personnel matters

Home Events

The joint pension and OPEB boards accepted quarterly performance reviews for all three plans and approved annual asset allocation reviews, including a new portfolio option for the police pension. They also set future meeting dates. No action was taken on the May 5, 2022 minutes, which were deferred to the November 10, 2022 meeting.

• Accepted quarterly performance review for General Employee Pension Plan (unanimous)
• Accepted quarterly performance review for Police Pension Plan (unanimous)
• Accepted quarterly performance review for OPEB Plan (unanimous)
• Accepted annual asset allocation review for General Employee Pension Plan (unanimous)
• Accepted Scenario C of optional portfolio allocations for Police Pension Plan (unanimous)
• Accepted annual asset allocation review for OPEB Plan (motion made, seconded; outcome not recorded)
• Approved future meeting dates of November 10, 2022 and February 16, 2023 (unanimous)
• Deferred adoption of May 5, 2022 minutes to November 10, 2022 meeting

Council Committee of the Whole

This agenda is a cancellation notice. The Dover Council Committee of the Whole will not hold its scheduled meeting on August 23, 2022, at City Hall Council Chambers, 15 Loockerman Plaza. No items will be discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancelled for August 23, 2022

City Council Meetings

This agenda is a cancellation notice. The regular City Council meeting scheduled for August 22, 2022, will not be held. No items will be considered or discussed.

• Meeting cancelled

Historic District Commission

The Dover Historic District Commission approved an architectural review certification for a new accessory structure (restroom and storage) at the John Bell House, 43 The Green, with a reduced rear yard setback. The commission also deferred approval of the May 19, 2022 meeting minutes to allow more review time. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included staff reports and updates on various projects.

• Approved HI-22-06 accessory structure at John Bell House (4-0)
• Deferred approval of May 19, 2022 meeting minutes to next meeting (4-0)

Construction and Property Maintenance Code Board of Appeals

The Construction and Property Maintenance Code Board of Appeals will hold a virtual meeting to consider an appeal of a property maintenance code citation issued for 970 Whatcoat Drive. The citation involves multiple violations under the 2009 International Property Maintenance Code, including glazing, interior surfaces, and mechanical appliances. The board will decide whether to uphold, modify, or dismiss the citation.

• Appeal of citation for 970 Whatcoat Drive
• Violations include glazing (304.13.1), general requirements (305.1), interior surfaces (305.3), mechanical appliances (603.1), and general mechanical/electrical (607.1)
• Appellant: Shannon Jones, Community Manager
• Virtual meeting via WebEx

Home Events

The Dover Planning Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, receiving updates, and electing officers. The main substantive item is an update on design revisions for the previously approved Modwash car wash at 1414 N DuPont Highway. The commission will also consider a subdivision waiver request for street improvements and appoint a subcommittee.

• Update on design revisions for Modwash car wash at 1414 N DuPont Highway (S-21-10)
• Subdivision waiver request from Pennoni Associates for Raymond Street & Railroad Avenue street improvements (S-22-04)
• Nomination and election of Planning Commission Chairman and Vice-Chairman
• Appointment of Architectural Review Oversight Subcommittee
• Approval of minutes from June 21, 2022

The Dover Planning Commission held its annual officer election, re-electing Andrea Maucher as Chair and Robert Hartman as Vice-Chair by unanimous voice vote. The commission also reappointed Kathleen Welsh and Kenneth Roach to the Architectural Review Oversight Subcommittee and directed staff to contact current design professionals about continuing service. No new development applications were considered; the only substantive item was an update on a previously approved car wash site plan, which was revised to move its entrance per DelDOT comments.

• Re-elected Andrea Maucher as Chair and Robert Hartman as Vice-Chair (9-0)
• Reappointed Kathleen Welsh and Kenneth Roach to Architectural Review Oversight Subcommittee (9-0)
• Directed staff to ask design professionals Dr. RJ Chandler and Sarah Kieffer about continuing on subcommittee (9-0)
• Approved agenda (9-0)
• Approved June 21, 2022 meeting minutes (8-0, chair abstained)

City Council Meetings

The Dover City Council held a special meeting with two public hearings on dangerous building violations. Council unanimously approved ordering the demolition of the property at 235-239 W. Loockerman Street by August 30, 2022, with the City Manager authorized to waive sealed bid requirements to expedite the contract. For the property at 207 N. West Street, Council unanimously voted to table action for 60 days to allow the owner to proceed with renovations.

• Ordered demolition of 235-239 W. Loockerman St. by Aug. 30, 2022, with City Manager authorized to waive sealed bid requirements (unanimous)
• Tabled dangerous building action on 207 N. West St. for 60 days to allow owner to pursue repairs (unanimous)
• Adopted meeting agenda (unanimous)

DDP Merchant Committee

The Dover DDP Merchant Committee is meeting to handle routine business and plan its activities for fiscal year 2023. Items include updates on the Capital Key, Dover AFB newcomer orientation, and the DDP Master Plan, plus a tourism discussion with Kent County Tourism. The committee will also review feedback from First Saturday events and plan the September merchant mixer.

• FY 2023 Workplan – Tourism discussion with Kent County Tourism
• Capital Key Update
• Dover AFB Newcomer Orientation (bi-monthly)
• DDP Master Plan Update
• September Merchant Mixer location, host, promotion

City Council Meetings

This is a notice that Dover City Council members may attend the Police Chief's Advisory Committee Meeting at the Dover Police Station. The agenda states this is not a formal Council meeting, so no official action will be taken; it is procedural only.

• Police Chief's Advisory Committee Meeting
• Dover Police Station
• Thursday, August 10, 2022 at 6:30 p.m.

Council Committee of the Whole

The Council Committee of the Whole recommended awarding a $2,795,000 contract to A-Del Construction for the North State Street water main replacement (RFP #22-0035WW). The committee also recommended entering a contract with United Way for Transformational Leadership training, and approved two motions regarding Council-appointed employees: one to have the HR Director advise on a handbook addendum, and another to engage the HR Director to recommend a performance measurement system. No final votes were taken; these are recommendations to the full Council.

• Recommended awarding $2,795,000 water main contract to A-Del Construction (unanimous)
• Recommended contract with United Way for Transformational Leadership training (unanimous)
• Referred Council-appointed employee policy to HR Director for handbook addendum (unanimous)
• Engaged HR Director to recommend performance measurement for Council-appointed employees (unanimous)

City Council Meetings

The Dover City Council held a special meeting on August 9, 2022, and after a closed executive session on personnel matters, unanimously authorized the City Manager to first offer security for the customer service building to the Dover Police Department as extra duty, and if that fails, to hire an armed private security firm for an emergency 30-day period. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Adopted meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Recessed into executive session for personnel matters (unanimous)
• Authorized City Manager to offer security of customer service building to Dover Police Department as extra duty, with fallback to armed private security firm for 30 days (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council Meetings

The Dover City Council will vote on a consent agenda that includes awarding a $2,942,000 design/build contract for the Silver Lake Production Well to Davis, Bowen, Friedel, Inc., and denying a waiver request for street standards on Raymond Street and Railroad Avenue. The meeting also includes routine reports, appointments, and an open forum for public comment.

• Award contract to Davis, Bowen, Friedel, Inc. for Silver Lake Production Well design/build, RFP#22-0033WW, $2,942,000
• Deny waiver request for Raymond Street and Railroad Avenue right-of-way improvements (street width, cul-de-sac length, sidewalk elimination)
• Accept Fiscal Year 2022 Audit Program as recommended by staff
• Status update on Loockerman Street fire dangerous building
• Reappointments to Dover Fourth of July Celebration Committee, Historic District Commission, MPO Public Advisory Committee, Silver Lake Commission

The Dover City Council approved a $2,942,000 contract to Davis Bowen & Friedel, Inc. for design/build services of the Silver Lake Production Well, despite Councilman Taylor's concerns about minority contractor participation. The council also failed to approve a motion to accept the Planning Commission's recommendation on waivers for Raymond Street and Railroad Avenue, which would have denied a right-of-way reduction but allowed other waivers. The Loockerman Street fire-damaged building was discussed, with a motion to waive the 30-day notice and send the matter directly to council, subject to the City Solicitor's opinion.

• Approved $2,942,000 contract to Davis Bowen & Friedel, Inc. for Silver Lake Production Well design/build (unanimous)
• Failed motion to accept Planning Commission's waiver recommendation for Raymond Street/Railroad Avenue (1-6)
• Approved motion to waive 30-day notice for Loockerman Street building, subject to City Solicitor's opinion (unanimous)
• Approved FY2022 Audit Program (unanimous)
• Approved reappointments to Dover Fourth of July Celebration Committee (unanimous)
• Approved reappointments to Historic District Commission (unanimous)
• Approved reappointment to Public Advisory Committee of Dover/Kent MPO (unanimous)
• Approved reappointment to Silver Lake Commission (unanimous)

Council Committee of the Whole

The Dover Council Committee of the Whole will discuss and possibly act on several items, including the Fiscal Year 2022 audit program, a $2,942,000 contract award for the Silver Lake Production Well, a status update on the Loockerman Street fire, and a waiver request for street standards on Raymond Street and Railroad Avenue. The meeting is a committee of the whole, so recommendations may be forwarded to the full council.

• Discussion of FY2022 audit program (staff recommends acceptance)
• Evaluation of proposals for Silver Lake Production Well; staff recommends awarding contract to Davis Bowen & Friedel, Inc. for $2,942,000 (RFP #22-0033WW)
• Status update on Loockerman Street fire of March 16, 2022 (dangerous building)
• Waiver request for Raymond Street and Railroad Avenue to reduce minimum street right-of-way width, increase dead-end street length, and eliminate sidewalk on one side (applicant: Patel College Properties, LLC; Planning Commission recommends approval with conditions)

The Council Committee of the Whole recommended awarding a $2,942,000 design/build contract for the Silver Lake Production Well to Davis Bowen & Friedel, Inc. (unanimous). It also recommended waiving the 30-day letter of intent for the Loockerman Street fire-damaged building, sending it directly to City Council, contingent on the City Solicitor's opinion. A motion to approve the Raymond Street/Railroad Avenue subdivision waivers failed 1-6.

• Recommended awarding $2,942,000 contract to Davis Bowen & Friedel, Inc. for Silver Lake Production Well (unanimous)
• Recommended waiving 30-day letter of intent for Loockerman Street building, sending to City Council (unanimous)
• Motion to approve Raymond Street/Railroad Avenue waivers failed (1-6)

City Council Meetings

The Dover City Council adopted Ordinance #2022-07, which sets the annual salary for the mayor at $52,000 and for council members at $18,000 (with the council president receiving $23,000) for FY2023. The council also approved a revised police promotion process, to be implemented no later than FY24, and approved a $16,500 engineering design support contract for stormwater storage. A contract for the Meeting House Branch Drainage Improvement Project design was awarded to AECOM as a sole vendor, despite one council member's objection over the lack of competitive bidding.

• Adopted Ordinance #2022-07 setting mayor's salary at $52,000 and council members' at $18,000 (unanimous, Neil abstaining)
• Approved revised police promotion process, to be implemented by FY24 (unanimous)
• Approved $16,500 for engineering design support for stormwater storage (unanimous)
• Awarded contract #22-0036EL for GOTBP Substation Switchgear to Siemens (unanimous)
• Approved $91,931 budget amendment to 2019 CDBG Action Plan (unanimous)
• Approved School Resource Officer requests, contingent on funding (unanimous)
• Approved AECOM as sole vendor for Meeting House Branch Drainage Improvement Project design (6-1)
• Accepted donation of 7,176 sq ft at 235 North Kirkwood Street from NCALL (unanimous)

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission meeting scheduled for July 21, 2022 was cancelled due to lack of agenda items. The next meeting is scheduled for August 18, 2022.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda items
• Next meeting scheduled for August 18, 2022

Board of Adjustment

The Dover Board of Adjustment has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for July 20, 2022. The next meeting is set for August 17, 2022, at 9:00 AM. No items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting: August 17, 2022, 9:00 AM

Construction and Property Maintenance Code Board of Appeals

The Dover Construction and Property Maintenance Code Board of Appeals will meet to consider an appeal of a property maintenance citation issued to Dennis King for 443 Worchester Drive. The citation concerns an alleged violation of the 2009 International Property Maintenance Code regarding roofs and drainage. The meeting is open to the public with virtual access via WebEx.

• Appeal of citation for 443 Worchester Drive (Dennis King) under IPMC Section 304.7 (Roofs and Drainage)

Home Events

The City of Dover Planning Commission has cancelled its meeting scheduled for Monday, July 18, 2022. The cancellation notice states there are no new applications for consideration at this time. The next scheduled meeting will be held on Monday, August 15, 2022.

• Meeting cancelled on July 18, 2022
• Next meeting scheduled for August 15, 2022

Council Committee of the Whole

The Council Committee of the Whole recommended approving a sole-source engineering contract with AECOM for the Meeting House Branch Drainage Improvement Project design, passing 6-1 with Council President Sudler dissenting over lack of open bidding. The committee also recommended accepting a 7,176-square-foot land donation from NCALL, approving $16,500 for stormwater storage design support, awarding an electrical contract to Siemens, and approving a $91,931 budget amendment. A school resource officer request was approved contingent on funding, and a police promotion process change was recommended for FY24.

• Recommended AECOM sole-source contract for drainage design (6-1)
• Recommended accepting NCALL donation of 7,176 sq ft at 235 N. Kirkwood St. (unanimous)
• Recommended $16,500 for stormwater storage design support (unanimous)
• Recommended awarding contract #22-0036EL to Siemens (unanimous)
• Recommended $91,931 CDBG budget amendment for FY2019 (unanimous)
• Recommended SRO requests contingent on funding (unanimous)
• Recommended police promotion process change for FY24 (unanimous)

City Council Meetings

The Dover City Council approved a wage equity study for all city employees and awarded a $22,500 contract for a Water Street stormwater feasibility study. Council also gave first reading to an ordinance adjusting mayor and council compensation, contingent on state legislation. A subdivision waiver request was deferred to the July 26 committee meeting.

• Approved wage equity study for all city employees (unanimous)
• Awarded $22,500 stormwater feasibility study contract to Century Engineering (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance #2022-07 on council compensation, contingent on HB 456 (7-0, 2 abstentions)
• Deferred Raymond Street/Railroad Avenue waiver request to July 26 committee meeting (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda and prior meeting minutes (unanimous)

Council Committee of the Whole

The Dover Council Committee of the Whole will discuss several items, including a street right-of-way waiver for development, a stormwater feasibility study contract, a city employee compensation study, and an ordinance adjusting council pay. The agenda was revised to remove a labor negotiation item. Public comments are welcome.

• Waiver request for Raymond Street and Railroad Avenue to reduce right-of-way width, increase dead-end street length, and eliminate sidewalk on one side
• Evaluation of bids for Water Street Stormwater Feasibility Study, with recommendation to award $22,500 to Century Engineering, LLC
• Authorize a compensation study of all City of Dover employees
• Ordinance #2022-07 amending council compensation, retroactive to July 1, 2022, contingent on HB 456
• Discussion of Council Priorities

The Council Committee of the Whole deferred a subdivision waiver request for Raymond Street and Railroad Avenue to July 26, 2022, due to the applicant's emergency. It recommended approving a $22,500 stormwater feasibility study contract with Century Engineering, a wage equity study for all city employees, and an ordinance for council compensation contingent on HB 456. The committee also discussed school safety updates and council priorities.

• Deferred Raymond Street/Railroad Avenue subdivision waiver to July 26, 2022 (unanimous)
• Recommended awarding $22,500 Water Street Stormwater Feasibility Study contract to Century Engineering (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of wage equity study for all city employees (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Ordinance #2022-07 on council compensation, retroactive July 1, 2022, contingent on HB 456 (7-0, 2 abstentions)

City Council Meetings

The Dover City Council is meeting to consider the final reading of the FY2022/23 budget ordinance, along with several consent agenda items including a recreation area plan, a contract for Van Sant operations, and a request to negotiate dispatcher pay. The meeting also includes appointments to the Planning Commission and a recognition presentation.

• Final reading of Ordinance #2022-06, the FY2022/23 budget
• Review of Active Recreation Area Plan for Dover Apartments on Leipsic Road
• Approval of NAES O&M Agreement for Van Sant Operations
• Request to authorize negotiations for emergency dispatcher compensation
• Planning Commission appointments for John H. Baldwin Sr. and Kenneth Roach

The Dover City Council unanimously authorized the City Manager to negotiate compensation for emergency dispatchers with the DOE union and AFSCME, and adopted the FY2023 budget ordinance. The council also approved the Active Recreation Area Plan for the Dover Apartments on Leipsic Road and the NAES O&M contract for Van Sant Operations. All votes were unanimous except for a budget amendment that passed 7-0 with one abstention and one absence.

• Authorized City Manager to negotiate dispatcher compensation with DOE union (unanimous)
• Authorized City Manager to negotiate dispatcher supervisor pay with AFSCME (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance #2022-06, the FY2023 budget (unanimous, Arndt absent)
• Amended budget line 55 to set council salaries at $18,000 and council president at $23,000 (7-0, Neil abstained, Arndt absent)
• Approved Active Recreation Area Plan for Dover Apartments on Leipsic Road (unanimous)
• Approved NAES O&M agreement for Van Sant Operations (unanimous)
• Approved Planning Commission appointments for John H. Baldwin Sr. and Kenneth Roach (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of June 13 and June 22 meetings (unanimous)

City Council Meetings

The Dover City Council held a special meeting on June 22, 2022, and unanimously approved two actions stemming from an executive session. They accepted the staff recommendation and disposition of funds for a personnel matter, and approved the sale of vacant lots in Garrison Oak Business and Technology Park for $4.8 million. Both motions passed unanimously.

• Approved staff recommendation and disposition of funds for personnel package (unanimous)
• Approved sale of vacant lots in Garrison Oak Business and Technology Park for $4.8M (unanimous)

City Council Meetings

The Dover Police Athletic League (PAL) board met on June 22, 2022, and approved a motion allowing PAL to spend up to $2,500 per approved event. The board also received updates on upcoming events, including a football combine, a fire safety day, and two youth academies. No other substantive decisions were made; the next meeting will focus on strategic planning.

• Approved spending up to $2,500 per approved PAL event (unanimous)
• Scheduled next PAL meeting for August or September to discuss strategic planning

Home Events

The Dover Planning Commission approved the site development plan for a new five-story Kent County Family Courthouse at South Governors Avenue and West Water Street, including a 425-space parking garage, tree mitigation, and waivers for loading space size, parking space width, rear setback, and fencing. It also approved a 45-vehicle parking lot at 446 South Governors Avenue and a 216-unit apartment complex at Leipsic Road with a parking reduction waiver and partial cash-in-lieu for recreation. All votes were 7-0.

• Approved S-22-06 New Courthouse at South Governors Ave & West Water St, including site plan, architectural review, tree mitigation, and waivers (7-0)
• Approved S-22-07 Parking Lot at 446 South Governors Ave (7-0)
• Approved S-22-09 Dover Apartments at Leipsic Road, including parking waiver and partial cash-in-lieu for recreation (7-0)
• Approved agenda and April 18, 2022 minutes (7-0)

DDP Economic Development and Restructuring Committee

The DDP Economic Development and Restructuring Committee met on June 15, 2022, to discuss business updates. The agenda included reviews of the REAP Program, the Revolving Loan Fund, the Downtown Dover Master Plan Update, a State Grant Application, and a Pop-Up Shop Update. No specific decisions, dollar amounts, or final votes are recorded in the provided text.

• REAP Program & Revolving Loan Fund Program Update
• Downtown Dover Master Plan Update
• State Grant Application
• Pop-Up Shop Update

DDP Parking Committee

The Dover Department of Public Works Parking and Safety Committee has cancelled its scheduled meeting for Wednesday, June 15, 2022. No specific agenda items, decisions, or discussions are listed because the meeting did not take place. The next scheduled meeting date is currently listed as TBD.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting date TBD

Council Committee of the Whole

The Council Committee of the Whole recommended authorizing the City Manager to enter negotiations with the Dover Organization of Employees (DOE) union to increase compensation for emergency dispatchers and other DOE positions within six months, and with AFSCME for the Dispatch Supervisor position. The committee also recommended approval of the Active Recreation Area Plan for the Dover Apartments on Leipsic Road and the NAES O&M Agreement for Van Sant Operations. No final votes were taken; these are recommendations to the full Council.

• Recommended authorizing City Manager to negotiate DOE compensation for dispatchers and other positions (unanimous)
• Recommended authorizing City Manager to negotiate AFSCME compensation/classification for Dispatch Supervisor (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Active Recreation Area Plan for Dover Apartments on Leipsic Road (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of NAES O&M Agreement for Van Sant Operations (unanimous)

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee meeting scheduled for June 14, 2022, has been cancelled. No specific agenda items were decided or discussed. The next meeting is scheduled for July 12, 2022.

• Meeting cancellation notice issued for June 14, 2022
• Next meeting scheduled for July 12, 2022

City Council Meetings

The Dover City Council will hold a public hearing on the Electric Fund budget, consider setting electric, water, and wastewater rates for FY2023, and vote on a consent agenda that includes purchasing a new ladder truck for $1,948,312. They will also give first reading to the FY2022/2023 budget ordinance and final reading to a budget amendment. Several appointments and routine reports are also on the agenda.

• Public hearing on Electric Fund Budget
• Authorization to purchase a ladder truck to replace Ladder 2 for $1,948,312
• Setting electric, water, and wastewater rates and tariffs for FY2023, including a power cost adjustment of $0.03
• First reading of Ordinance #2022-06 - FY2022/2023 City of Dover Budget
• Final reading of Ordinance #2022-05 - Proposed Budget Amendment

The Dover City Council held a public hearing and adopted the Fiscal Year 2023 electric, water, and wastewater rates and tariffs, including a power cost adjustment of $0.03 per kWh (a 30% increase on kilowatt-hour consumption). The council also approved the purchase of a new ladder truck for the fire department, deferred a decision on increasing police staffing, and adopted a budget amendment ordinance. All votes were unanimous.

• Adopted electric, water, and wastewater rates and tariffs for FY2023, including a $0.03/kWh power cost adjustment (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of a ladder truck to replace Ladder 2 for $1,948,312 (unanimous)
• Deferred decision on increasing police staffing to 111 officers (cost $511,149.48 annually) to budget hearings (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance #2022-05 (budget amendment) on final reading (unanimous)
• Approved appointments to Election Board and Planning Commission (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of May 23, 2022, and June 2, 2022, meetings (unanimous)

DDP Merchant Committee

The Dover Downtown Partnership Merchant Committee is meeting to discuss routine business, including approving May minutes, receiving public comments, and hearing updates on the Capital Key program, Dover AFB newcomer orientations, the DDP Master Plan, and the Merchant Window Contest. They will also review the FY 2023 workplan and gather feedback on First Saturday events. The agenda is largely procedural and informational, with no major decisions or financial items listed.

• Capital Key Update
• Dover AFB Newcomer Orientations – volunteers needed
• DDP Master Plan Update
• Merchant Window Contest Reminder
• FY 2023 Workplan

Construction and Property Maintenance Code Board of Appeals

The Construction and Property Maintenance Code Board of Appeals will hold a virtual meeting to consider one remaining agenda item. Two previous items regarding 115 & 117 Thames Drive were removed from the revised agenda. The board will hear an appeal of a citation for accessory structures and permit requirements at 210 Northdown Drive.

• Appeal of citation for 210 Northdown Drive (Simon Epiewane) regarding accessory structures and permits
• Items for 115 & 117 Thames Drive (Debbby Needam & Robyn Comegys) were removed from the agenda

Development Advisory Committee (DAC)

The Development Advisory Committee (DAC) will hold an applicant meeting to review and comment on a site development application for the Dover Apartments at Leipsic Road, which proposes 216 apartment units in six 3-story buildings. The meeting is limited to agency reviewers and applicants; public comment will be accepted at the Planning Commission meeting on June 21, 2022. The application includes a waiver request for reduced parking and consideration of a fee-in-lieu for active recreation area construction.

• S-22-09: 216-unit garden-style apartment complex at Leipsic Road, zoned SC-2 and partially in SWPOZ Tier 3
• Waiver request: reduction of parking requirement
• Review of active recreation area plan with potential partial fee-in-lieu
• Property owner: Rojan DD 15, LLC; developer: Metropolitan Group
• Related commercial development: DuPont Plaza (Master Plan S-19-03)

DDP Design Committee

The Dover Design Committee is meeting via Zoom to discuss a new banner for the downtown area and other new business. The agenda is mostly routine, including roll call, minutes approval, and public comments. The committee's purpose is to improve downtown Dover's appearance and educate on design principles.

• New banner discussion
• Public comments
• Approval of minutes and agenda

DDP Parking Committee

The DDP Parking Committee is holding a rescheduled meeting to review minutes, receive updates from the Dover Police and city committees, and discuss old and new business. Key items include selecting a new chair, committee recruitment, strategy planning, and a CPTED training opportunity. The agenda is mostly procedural with no specific decisions or dollar amounts listed.

• Review of minutes from 4/5/22 for approval
• Dover Police update
• Discussion of new chair and committee recruitment
• Committee plan/strategy discussion
• CPTED training opportunity

City Council Meetings

The Dover City Council is holding a closed-door workshop at Maple Dale Country Club to review departmental presentations and establish strategic vision and goals. The agenda consists entirely of internal planning sessions, including a retreat overview and working lunch, with no public hearings or specific policy votes listed.

• Council Strategic Vision and Goal Setting session scheduled from 1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
• City Manager and City Department Presentations scheduled from 9:45 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
• Meeting held in-person at 180 Maple Dale Road with virtual access via WebEx

The June 2, 2022 Council Workshop was a discussion-only session with no formal votes or decisions. Council and staff reviewed recruitment and retention metrics, heard departmental updates on technology, facilities, and utilities, and discussed employee morale and recognition. No ordinances, resolutions, or contracts were approved, denied, or tabled.

City Council Meetings

The City of Dover has canceled the Special Council Meeting - Budget Review scheduled for Thursday, June 2, 2022. No specific agenda items were considered or decided because the meeting did not take place. The notice confirms the cancellation but provides no further details on the budget review status.

• Cancellation of the Special Council Meeting - Budget Review scheduled for June 2, 2022

Development Advisory Committee (DAC)

The Development Advisory Committee is reviewing a Site Development Application for the Dover Apartments at Leipsic Road. The proposal includes six 3-story buildings, 11 garage buildings, and a clubhouse with a pool. The committee will also consider a waiver for parking requirements and a potential fee-in-lieu for active recreation areas.

• Review of Site Development Application S-22-09 for 216 apartment units at Leipsic Road
• Proposal includes six 3-story buildings, 11 garage buildings, and a clubhouse with pool
• Request for waiver of parking requirements
• Consideration of partial fee-in-lieu of active recreation area construction

City Council Meetings

The Dover City Council is holding a special three-day budget review meeting to examine the Fiscal Year 2023 recommended budget. The sessions cover overall budget highlights, major funds (General, Electric, Water, Wastewater), revenue enhancements, department summaries, and capital improvement programs. Public comments are welcomed. The agenda is primarily a budget review, with no specific dollar amounts or project details listed.

• Presentation of Fiscal Year 2023 Recommended Budget
• General Fund Revenue Enhancement discussion
• Electric Fund update on Van Sant and McKee
• Water and Wastewater Fund revenues and rates
• Executive session on site acquisitions, legal strategy, and personnel matters

The Dover City Council adopted the FY2022-2023 budget, including a 30% temporary increase to the electric utility rate, a 2-cent property tax increase (reduced from the proposed 5 cents), and an $8 million transfer from the electric fund to the general fund. The council also approved hiring two additional police officers, with a third authorized if funding becomes available. A motion to remove council remuneration increases from the budget failed, as did motions to hire five officers funded by a business improvement district tax.

• Adopted FY2023 budget with 30% electric rate increase, 2-cent tax increase, $8M electric fund transfer (9-0)
• Approved hiring two additional police officers, with a third authorized if funding becomes available (9-0)
• Rejected motion to remove council remuneration increases from budget (1-8)
• Rejected motion to hire five officers funded by a business improvement district tax (1-8)
• Rejected motion to hire three officers funded by surplus and carryover adjustment (1-8)

City Council Meetings

The Dover City Council held a two-day special budget review and adopted the FY 2022-2023 budget with a 30% temporary electric rate increase, a 2-cent property tax increase (reduced from a proposed 5 cents), and an $8 million transfer from the electric fund to the general fund. The council also approved hiring two additional police officers, with a third authorized if funding becomes available. A motion to remove council remuneration increases failed, as did motions to hire five officers funded by a business improvement district tax.

• Adopted FY2023 budget with 30% electric rate increase, 2-cent tax increase, $8M electric fund transfer (9-0)
• Approved hiring 2 additional police officers, with a 3rd authorized if funding available (9-0)
• Rejected motion to remove council remuneration increases from budget (1-8)
• Rejected motion to hire 5 officers funded by BID tax (1-8)
• Rejected motion to hire 3 officers funded by surplus and carryover reduction (1-8)
• Rejected motion to add council remuneration increases over 3 years (1-8)

Board of Assessment Appeals Committee

The Dover Board of Assessment Appeals will hold a meeting to consider property assessment appeals, including residential and commercial appeals, exemption requests, and withdrawals. The agenda includes specific properties and times for each item, followed by deliberations and adjournment.

• Withdrawal: RSS JPMBB 2014-C23-DE TDC LLC, 500 W Loockerman St.
• Residential appeal: Cooper Mark, 1308 Wyoming Mill Rd.
• Exemption requests: Central DE Habitat for Humanity, 25, 23, 13 S Governors Ave.
• Commercial appeals: RSS JPMBB 2014-C23-DE TDC LLC (500 W Loockerman St.), Dover Mall LLC (1365 N DuPont Hwy.), Dover Commons LLC (1231 N DuPont Hwy.)

Council Committee of the Whole

The Council Committee of the Whole met on May 24, 2022, and recommended approval of a $1,948,312 purchase to replace Ladder 2 fire truck. A proposal to increase police staffing from 106 to 111 officers at an annual cost of $511,149.48 was deferred to the budget hearings on May 31 and June 1, 2022. The meeting also included ethics training and a report on a downtown police substation, which was discussed but not decided.

• Approved recommendation to purchase Ladder 2 replacement for $1,948,312 (unanimous)
• Deferred police staffing increase to 111 officers (cost $511,149.48 annually) to budget hearings (unanimous)
• Adopted agenda (unanimous)

City Council Meetings

The Dover City Council approved a FY2022 budget amendment (Ordinance #2022-05), awarded a three-year curbside recycling contract to Waste Industries of Delaware, LLC DBA GFL Environmental, and adopted resolutions approving the 2022 CDBG Action Plan and the ARPA standard income loss exclusion. The council also renewed the energy management contract with The Energy Authority and referred a tax exemption review for disabled property owners and senior citizens to staff for recommendations within six months.

• Approved FY2022 budget amendment (Ordinance #2022-05) unanimously
• Awarded 3-year curbside recycling contract to Waste Industries of Delaware, LLC DBA GFL Environmental unanimously
• Renewed energy management contract with The Energy Authority for July 1, 2022–June 30, 2023 unanimously
• Adopted Resolution 2022-05 approving 2022 CDBG Action Plan ($346,104 entitlement) unanimously
• Adopted Resolution 2022-06 approving ARPA standard income loss exclusion unanimously
• Referred tax exemption review for disabled/senior property owners to staff for recommendations within 6 months unanimously
• Approved appointments to Library Advisory Commission, Planning Commission, City Chaplain, and various boards unanimously
• Set public hearing for Electric Fund Budget for June 13, 2022, at 6:30 p.m. unanimously

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission meets virtually to review two new applications: a permit for seven parking spaces at 527-529 South State Street and a roof project consultation for the Delaware Public Archives. The agenda also includes approval of April 21, 2022 minutes and summaries of 2021-2022 application activity. No specific dollar amounts or ordinance votes are listed in the provided text.

• Review of Permit #22-661 for seven parking spaces at 527-529 South State Street (Owner: Diamond State Rental Homes, LLC)
• Consultation on roof project materials at the Delaware Public Archives at 121 Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard North (Owner: State of Delaware)
• Approval of minutes from the April 21, 2022 meeting
• Summary of Architectural Review Certificates for 2022

The Dover Historic District Commission approved an Architectural Review Certification for a six-space parking lot at 527-529 South State Street, with landscape screening and no curbs, as recommended by staff. The commission also held a consultation on a roof replacement for the Delaware Public Archives, indicating acceptance of any of three proposed materials (architectural shingles, synthetic slate, or standing seam metal) for the sloped portions, with a membrane for the flat roof. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural and informational.

• Approved Architectural Review Certification for Permit #22-661 for six parking spaces with landscape screening at 527-529 S. State St. (3-0)
• Consulted on roof project at Delaware Public Archives; commission indicated acceptance of architectural shingles, synthetic slate, or standing seam metal for sloped roof, with membrane for flat roof (no formal vote)

City Council Meetings

The Dover City Council convened a special meeting on May 16, 2022, with less than seven days' notice. The agenda consists entirely of procedural items, including the adoption of the agenda and a recess into executive session. The sole substantive item is the discussion of personnel matters, which is closed to the public. No other decisions, contracts, or ordinances are listed on the agenda.

• Recess into executive session for personnel matters pursuant to 29 Del. C. §10004 (b)(9)

Home Events

The Dover Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two site development applications for the proposed Kent County Family Court, including a five-story courthouse and a separate parking lot. They will also receive an update on design revisions to a previously approved office building and discuss the Dover Air Force Base Compatible Use Study.

• Public hearing for S-22-06: five-story, 106,711 sq ft courthouse at S. Governors Ave and W. Water St, with 425-space parking garage
• Public hearing for S-22-07: 45-vehicle parking lot at 446 S. Governors Ave
• Update on design revisions to S-19-13 office building at 223-225 W. Division St
• Update on Dover Air Force Base Compatible Use Study; public workshop May 17, 2022

DDP Merchant Committee

The Dover Downtown Partnership Merchants Committee is meeting to discuss routine business, including approving March minutes, receiving public comments, and hearing updates on the Capital Key, Spring Mixer, DDP Master Plan, and the Merchant Window Contest. The committee will also discuss its FY 2023 workplan and any new business. The agenda is largely procedural and informational.

• Capital Key Update
• Spring Mixer Recap
• DDP Master Plan Update
• Merchant Window Contest (April winner, date and theme for next contest)
• Discuss FY 2023 Workplan

Council Committee of the Whole

The Dover Council Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss and take action on several items, including a proposed contract for curbside recycling services, a budget amendment ordinance, and policy changes. The committee will also hear reports on the stormwater utility, diversity and inclusion, and minimum wage for city staff, with no action required on those items.

• Evaluation of proposals for curbside recycling services; staff recommends awarding contract to Waste Industries of Delaware, LLC DBA GFL Environmental for 3 years with two 1-year extension options
• Ordinance #2022-05: Proposed Budget Amendment for Fiscal Year 2022
• Proposed amendments to the City of Dover Purchasing Policy
• Review of Training, Conference, and Travel Policy
• Discussion of tax exemption for disabled property owners and senior citizens (Section 102-183)

The Council Committee of the Whole recommended approval of a $1.1M budget amendment (Ordinance #2022-05), a three-year curbside recycling contract with Waste Industries of Delaware, LLC DBA GFL Environmental, and amendments to the purchasing and training/travel policies. It also referred a review of the tax exemption for disabled property owners and senior citizens to staff for recommendations within six months. All votes were unanimous.

• Recommended approval of Ordinance #2022-05 budget amendment (unanimous roll call)
• Recommended awarding curbside recycling contract to Waste Industries of Delaware, LLC DBA GFL Environmental (unanimous roll call)
• Recommended acceptance of amended Purchasing Policy (unanimous)
• Recommended adoption of amended Training, Conference, and Travel Policy (unanimous)
• Referred tax exemption review for disabled/senior citizens to staff for recommendations in six months (unanimous)
• Recommended renewal of contract with The Energy Authority for energy management services (unanimous)

City Council Meetings

The Dover City Council is holding a special virtual meeting on May 9, 2022, primarily to conduct the selection process for Council President candidates. The agenda includes opening statements and a question-and-answer session with the candidates. No other substantive business, such as ordinances or budget items, is listed on the agenda.

• Selection of Council President candidates
• Opening statements by candidates
• Question and answer session with candidates

The special meeting was held solely to hear opening statements from Council President candidates Fred Neil and William Sudler, followed by Q&A. No vote was taken; the agenda was adopted unanimously and the meeting adjourned without any substantive decisions.

• Adopted agenda by unanimous consent
• Heard Council President candidate statements from Neil and Sudler
• No vote or other action taken on Council President selection

City Council Meetings

The Dover City Council holds its annual meeting to elect leadership and approve routine administrative items. Key decisions include the final reading of an ordinance regarding the City Planner role and a resolution for banking signatures. The Council also reviews committee reports on a proposed police substation in downtown Dover and a waiver for street improvements on Raymond Street and Railroad Avenue.

• Final reading of Ordinance #2022-03 regarding the City Planner role (Chapter 82, Section 82-2)
• Committee review of Proposed Ordinance #2022-04 for Truck Routes, with a recommendation to refer to staff regarding Governors Avenue
• Request for Waiver for Raymond Street and Railroad Avenue right-of-way improvements by Patel College Properties, LLC
• Discussion of adding a Police Substation in Downtown Dover, with a recommendation for a cost analysis
• Approval of 2022/23 annual staff appointments including City Clerk, Controller/Treasurer, and Fire Marshal

The Dover City Council re-elected Roy Sudler Jr. as Council President/Vice-Mayor for 2022/2023 via secret ballot, and adopted Ordinance #2022-03 amending the City Planner position. The council also approved the consent agenda, several proclamations, appointments, and a resolution authorizing banking signatures. A request for a police substation cost analysis was referred to staff.

• Re-elected Roy Sudler Jr. as Council President/Vice-Mayor for 2022/2023 (secret ballot)
• Adopted Ordinance #2022-03 amending Chapter 82, Section 82-2 (City Planner) (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda as amended (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-04 authorizing banking signatures (unanimous)
• Approved annual staff and board appointments (unanimous)
• Referred police substation and mobile substation cost analysis to staff (8-3)
• Tabled motion to refer mental health resources cost analysis to staff (6-5)
• Postponed waiver request for Raymond Street and Railroad Avenue improvements (unanimous)

General Employee Pension Plan Board

The joint board will review quarterly performance reports for the General Employee Pension Plan, Police Pension Plan, and Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB) Plan for the quarter ending March 31, 2022. Staff recommends accepting these reports, which include market commentary. The meeting is scheduled to be held in-person with virtual access via WebEx.

• Review of General Employee Pension Plan quarterly performance
• Review of Police Pension Plan quarterly performance
• Review of OPEB Plan quarterly performance
• Adoption of minutes from the February 17, 2022 meeting

The joint pension and OPEB boards met and unanimously accepted the quarterly performance reviews for the General Employee Pension Plan, Police Pension Plan, and OPEB Plan for the quarter ending March 31, 2022, as presented by Milliman, Inc. The agenda and prior meeting minutes were also adopted unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Adopted meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Adopted February 17, 2022 joint meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted Q1 2022 performance review for General Employee Pension Plan (unanimous)
• Accepted Q1 2022 performance review for Police Pension Plan (unanimous)
• Accepted Q1 2022 performance review for OPEB Plan (unanimous)

Development Advisory Committee (DAC)

The Development Advisory Committee is reviewing two applications for the new Kent County Family Court complex. The committee will comment on a five-story courthouse building and a separate parking lot, both owned by the State of Delaware. These items will be considered by the Planning Commission on May 16, 2022. Public comment is not accepted at this DAC meeting.

• S-22-06: Site Development Plan for a five-story, 105,259 GFA government building at S. Governors Avenue and W. Water Street
• S-22-06: Includes a five-story parking structure with 425 vehicle spaces and lot consolidation of 11 parcels
• S-22-07: Site Development Plan for a 45-vehicle parking lot at 446 South Governors Avenue
• Both sites are subject to Source Water Protection Overlay Zone (SWPOZ) regulations
• S-22-06 site is also subject to the Historic District Zone (H) and requires Architectural Review Certification

Construction and Property Maintenance Code Board of Appeals

The Construction and Property Maintenance Code Board of Appeals will hold a virtual and in-person meeting to consider one specific agenda item. The board will review an appeal regarding a registration fee associated with a Property Maintenance Code violation at 509 Fairnest Court. The meeting includes standard procedural steps such as the call to order and adoption of the agenda.

• Appeal of Registration Fee for Property Maintenance Code Violation (Chapter 22, Article XII - Vacant Buildings) at 509 Fairnest Court (Maurice Henderson)

Development Advisory Committee (DAC)

The Dover Development Advisory Committee is reviewing two site development plans for the new Kent County Family Court: a five-story courthouse with a parking garage and a separate parking lot, both on South Governors Avenue. The committee will provide technical review and recommendations on these applications.

• S-22-06: New Courthouse at South Governors Avenue and West Water Street – five-story, 105,259 GFA building, 425-space parking garage, lot consolidation, architectural review
• S-22-07: Parking lot at 446 South Governors Avenue – 45-vehicle lot to serve the courthouse
• Both properties owned by the State of Delaware, zoned IO and C-2A respectively, subject to SWPOZ
• Public participation via WebEx or phone; comments to Planning Office

Downtown Dover Partnership Board

The Downtown Dover Partnership Board of Directors is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes routine items such as approving minutes, staff and committee updates, and reports from city and state officials. No major decisions or public hearings are listed; the meeting is primarily for updates and discussion.

• Property update on 136 W. Loockerman
• Discussion of Downtown Dover Strategic Master Plan
• Budget update
• Grant requests underway
• Legislative updates from Senators Trey Paradee and Bill Bush

Council Committee of the Whole

The Council Committee of the Whole voted 8-3 to refer a cost analysis of a downtown police substation and a mobile substation with increased police presence to staff. A subsequent motion to also refer a cost analysis of mental health resources and services was tabled 6-5. The committee also postponed the Legislative, Finance, and Administration Committee agenda to May 10, referred a truck route ordinance back to staff, and postponed a street waiver request.

• Referred police substation and mobile substation cost analysis to staff (8-3)
• Tabled motion to refer mental health resources cost analysis to staff (6-5)
• Postponed Legislative, Finance, and Administration Committee agenda to May 10 (unanimous)
• Referred Proposed Ordinance #2022-04 on truck routes to staff (unanimous)
• Postponed Raymond Street and Railroad Avenue waiver request (unanimous)

City Council Meetings

The Dover City Council is meeting to consider a consent agenda with routine items, including a $300,000 CDBG award, an audit contract not to exceed $49,703, and a SCADA software purchase. They will also vote on extending the ambulance service contract with St. Francis by one year, and hold a first reading of an ordinance establishing the city planner position. The meeting includes proclamations for Drinking Water Week and Provider Appreciation Day.

• Award of $300,000 in CDBG funds to sub-grantees
• Approval of SB & Company, LLC for audit services not to exceed $49,703
• Purchase of SCADA Master software from Survalent
• Extension of ambulance service contract with St. Francis by one year
• First reading of Ordinance #2022-03 establishing city planner position

The Dover City Council approved several routine items, including $300,000 in Community Development Block Grant funds to sub-grantees, a one-year extension of the ambulance service contract with St. Francis Hospital, and the purchase of SCADA software from Survalent. The council also recommended amending Ordinance #2022-03 to change how the City Planner is selected and supervised, with final action scheduled for May 9, 2022. No substantive decisions were made beyond these approvals.

• Approved $300,000 in CDBG funds to sub-grantees (unanimous)
• Extended ambulance service contract with St. Francis for one year (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of SCADA Master software from Survalent (unanimous)
• Approved SB & Company, LLC for audit services at $49,703 (unanimous)
• Recommended amending Ordinance #2022-03 for City Planner selection (unanimous)
• Approved categorizing Williams Park and Division/Kirkwood Streets Park as Safe Haven Parks (unanimous)
• Accepted Silver Lake Commission annual report (unanimous)
• Approved River Walk progress recommendations (unanimous)

Historic District Commission

The Dover Historic District Commission will hold a public hearing and review for a recommendation on architectural certification for a new five-story Kent County Family Court building and parking structure on South Governors Avenue. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of minutes, summaries of applications and certificates, and updates on historic preservation grants and permit activity.

• Public hearing on HI-22-03: new courthouse at South Governors Avenue and West Water Street, 105,259 sq ft, 425 parking spaces
• Review of Building Permit #22-589 for repairs at 304 South State Street
• Summary of applications for 2021 and 2022
• Summary of Architectural Review Certificates for 2022
• Historic Preservation Grant Opportunities update

The Dover Historic District Commission approved the Architectural Review Certification for the new Kent County Family Court at South Governors Avenue and West Water Street, including a 25-foot rear yard setback and a 6-foot fence. The vote was 3-0 with one abstention due to a conflict of interest. The project includes a five-story courthouse and a five-story parking garage.

• Approved Architectural Review Certification for HI-22-03 (3-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved 25-foot rear yard setback (alternative bulk standard)
• Approved 6-foot fence in rear of courthouse
• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Approved minutes of March 24, 2022 (4-0)

Home Events

The Dover Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a 384-unit apartment development at 1385 McKee Road and a minor subdivision plan for the Landing Square commercial site at 600 Bay Road. The commission will also continue its review of a self-service car wash application at 280 Cowgill Street, which was deferred in February. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as the approval of previous minutes and departmental updates.

• Public hearing for S-21-11 McKee Road Apartments: 384 units in 16 buildings at 1385 McKee Road
• Public hearing for SB-22-03 Lands of Bayroadcap, LLC: Minor subdivision of 12.9366 acres at 600 Bay Road
• Continued review of S-22-01 Caliber Car Wash: 3,500 SF facility at 280 Cowgill Street
• Approval of minutes from the March 21, 2022 meeting

The Dover Planning Commission approved the McKee Road Apartments site plan for 384 units at 1385 McKee Road, with conditions including a 50-space parking set-aside and a formal request to DelDOT for a traffic signal before construction. The commission also approved a minor subdivision at 600 Bay Road and continued review of the Caliber Car Wash, approving it with a 5-2 vote contingent on DelDOT approval. The meeting included public hearings and discussion on traffic, parking, and recreation concerns.

• Approved S-21-11 McKee Road Apartments (384 units) with conditions: 50-space parking set-aside and DelDOT traffic light request (5-2)
• Approved S-22-01 Caliber Car Wash at 280 Cowgill Street, contingent on DelDOT approval, including sidewalk waiver (5-2)
• Approved SB-22-03 Lands of Bayroadcap minor subdivision at 600 Bay Road (7-0)
• Approved agenda and March 21, 2022 meeting minutes (7-0)

DDP Merchant Committee

The Merchants Committee meeting scheduled for Thursday, April 14, 2022, has been cancelled. The next meeting is set for Thursday, May 12, 2022, at 8:30 a.m., with the location to be determined. The committee supports the downtown business district through communication, networking, and promotional activities.

• Meeting cancelled for April 14, 2022
• Next meeting scheduled for May 12, 2022

DDP Design Committee

The Dover Design Committee met via Zoom to discuss design improvements for downtown Dover. The agenda included a guest presentation on a mural concept at 329-331 W. Loockerman Street and updates on the Façade Grant program. The committee also discussed new banner and hardware standards as well as signage policy. No specific dollar amounts or binding decisions were listed in the agenda text.

• Guest presentation by Marshall Family regarding a mural concept at 329-331 W. Loockerman Street
• Update on the Façade Grant program
• Discussion of new banner and hardware standards
• Discussion of Façade Grant Policy regarding signage

Council Committee of the Whole

The Dover City Council Committee of the Whole is reviewing a site development application for 384 apartment units at 1385 McKee Road, including a cash-in-lieu fee for active recreation areas. The body is also considering the extension of the ambulance service contract with St. Francis and approving a $51,195 audit services contract with SB & Company, LLC. Additionally, the committee is reviewing a draft charter amendment and the status of pension funds.

• Review of Site Development Application for 384 apartment units at 1385 McKee Road (Planning Reference #S-21-11)
• Extension of the Ambulance Service Contract dated January 22, 2019, by one year expiring March 31, 2023
• Approval of audit services contract with SB & Company, LLC not to exceed $51,195
• Consideration of Draft House Bill for City of Dover Charter Amendment
• Authorization to use City funds for the River Walk project at the old Public Works Yard off East Water Street

The Council Committee of the Whole recommended amending Ordinance #2022-03 so the City Planner is selected by the City Council and employed at its pleasure, but directly responsible to the City Manager. The committee also recommended approval of the McKee Road Apartments active recreation plan with a cash-in-lieu payment of just over $15,000, and approved several other items including a SCADA software purchase, CDBG fund awards, and an ambulance contract extension. All votes were unanimous.

• Amended Ordinance #2022-03: City Planner selected by City Council, employed at its pleasure, directly responsible to City Manager (unanimous)
• Recommended acceptance of McKee Road Apartments active recreation plan with cash-in-lieu payment over $15,000 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of SCADA Master software from Survalent (unanimous)
• Approved $300,000 in CDBG funds to sub-grantees (unanimous)
• Authorized one-year extension of ambulance service contract with St. Francis at $100,000/year (unanimous)
• Approved SB & Company, LLC for audit services contract not to exceed $49,703 (unanimous)
• Recommended categorizing Williams Park and Division and Kirkwood Streets Park as Safe Haven Parks (unanimous)
• Authorized old Public Works Yard as potential River Walk Park area (unanimous)

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee meeting scheduled for April 12, 2022, has been cancelled. No decisions or discussions took place at this meeting. The next scheduled meeting is May 10, 2022.

City Council Meetings

The Dover City Council will hold a public hearing and final vote on Ordinance #2022-02, which would rezone six State-owned properties on South Governors Avenue and West Water Street to add a Historic District overlay. The council will also receive the 2021 Police Department annual report and consider several routine items on the consent agenda, including minutes and committee reports.

• Final reading of Ordinance #2022-02 to rezone 411-447 South Governors Avenue and 117 West Water Street (1.74 acres) from IO to IO with H overlay
• Police Department 2021 annual report
• Appointment of Andria L. Bennett as City Clerk and Assistant Treasurer effective April 16, 2022
• Proclamation for National Lineman Appreciation Day
• Certificate of Congratulations to Dover High School DIAA Unified Basketball Team

The Dover City Council unanimously approved Ordinance #2022-02, rezoning six state-owned properties on South Governors Avenue and West Water Street to add the Historic District Zone, clearing the way for a new Family Court building. The council also accepted the 2021 Police Department Annual Report and the February 2022 Controller/Treasurer report, and recognized the Dover High School Unified Basketball Team and National Lineman Appreciation Day.

• Approved rezoning of six properties on South Governors Avenue and West Water Street to add Historic District Zone (unanimous)
• Accepted 2021 Police Department Annual Report (unanimous)
• Accepted February 2022 Controller/Treasurer Report (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda as amended to remove Item #13 (unanimous)
• Adopted agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of March 28, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Accepted Council Committee of the Whole Report (unanimous)
• Accepted monthly reports for February 2022 (unanimous)

Development Advisory Committee (DAC)

The Development Advisory Committee is meeting to review two applications that will be decided by the Planning Commission on April 18, 2022. The agenda includes a minor subdivision plan for the Landing Square commercial development and a site development application for a large apartment complex. Public comment is not accepted at this meeting; residents must wait for the Planning Commission meeting to speak.

• Review of Minor Subdivision Plan SB-22-03 for Lands of Bayroadcap, LLC at 600 Bay Road, splitting a 12.9366-acre site into three lots.
• Review of Site Development Application S-21-11 for McKee Road Apartments at 1385 McKee Road, proposing 384 units in 16 garden-style buildings.
• Request for fee-in-lieu of active recreation area construction for the McKee Road Apartments project.
• Requests for waivers including partial elimination of upright curbing, reduction of required parking, and elimination of sidewalk along public street frontage for the apartment project.

DDP Parking Committee

The Safety Working Group met to review minutes from January 18, 2022, and receive updates from the Dover Police Department and City Council. The group discussed recommendations for the HELP Initiative commercial assessments and the appointment of a new chair. No binding decisions or votes were recorded in the agenda text.

• Discussion of recommendations for the HELP Initiative commercial assessments
• Discussion of concerns regarding transient traffic on Bradford Street
• Presentation by Councilman Taylor on the City’s Safety, Advisory & Transportation Committee
• Discussion of CPTED Training Opportunity
• Discussion of new project ideas

Construction and Property Maintenance Code Board of Appeals

The Construction and Property Maintenance Code Board of Appeals will hear two appeals of property maintenance code violations. One appeal concerns exterior wall violations at 329 N. New Street, and the other challenges a vacant building registration fee at 27 Spruance Road. The meeting is open to the public with virtual access.

• Appeal of violation for exterior walls at 329 N. New Street (Chiffon Rogers)
• Appeal of registration fee for vacant building at 27 Spruance Road (Celina Brown)

Council Committee of the Whole

The Dover City Council Committee of the Whole is meeting to receive a training session on parliamentary procedures, led by Dr. Reba Hollingsworth. The agenda contains only this single training item, with no other business or decisions scheduled. Public comments are welcomed on any item.

• Parliamentary Procedures Training (Dr. Reba Hollingsworth)

The Council Committee of the Whole met for a training session on parliamentary procedure led by Dr. Reba R. Hollingsworth. No formal decisions were made; the only actions were adopting the agenda and adjourning.

• Adopted meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:21 p.m.

City Council Meetings

The Dover City Council is meeting to vote on a consent agenda that includes awarding a $399,040 contract for a sewer cleaner, selling excess property on Slaughter Street, and other routine items. They will also consider a resolution proposing amendments to the City Charter, which would require General Assembly approval. The meeting includes proclamations and presentations, and public comments are limited to three minutes during the open forum.

• Award contract to THC Enterprises for sewer cleaner, $399,040
• Sale of excess property at 710 and 715 Slaughter Street
• Proposed Charter amendments (Resolution 2022-02)
• Appointment of Douglas M. Doyle to Board of Assessment Appeals
• ARPA supplemental funding for nonprofits

The Dover City Council adopted Resolution No. 2022-02, requesting the General Assembly to amend the City of Dover Charter. The amendments include changes to council president succession, city manager residency, and council pay tied to non-bargaining employee raises. The council also approved a $399,040 contract for a new sewer cleaner and authorized the sale of two excess properties on Slaughter Street.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-02 requesting General Assembly to amend City Charter (unanimous, Neil abstained)
• Approved $399,040 contract to THC Enterprises for a new sewer cleaner (unanimous)
• Authorized sale of excess properties at 710 and 715 Slaughter Street (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to Section 9 on council president succession (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to Section 12 tying future council pay raises to non-bargaining employees (8-2)
• Approved amendment to Section 33 requiring city manager to be Kent County resident (unanimous)
• Denied amendment to Section 53 to lower police chief removal vote to majority (1-9)
• Approved appointment of Douglas M. Doyle to Board of Assessment Appeals (unanimous)

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will hold a public hearing to recommend a zoning adjustment for six parcels on South Governors Avenue. The change adds the Historic District Zone to the existing Institutional and Office Zone for the new courthouse project. The agenda also includes routine reports on 2021-2022 applications and updates on the Certified Local Government program.

• Public hearing for rezoning 1.74 acres at 411-447 S. Governors Avenue to include Historic District Zone
• Rezoning supports the new Kent County Family Courthouse project site
• Review of Architectural Review Certificates issued in 2022
• Summary of applications filed in 2021 and 2022

The Dover Historic District Commission voted 3-0 (with one abstention due to conflict of interest) to recommend approval of a rezoning application to expand the Historic District Zone to include six parcels and an alley owned by the State of Delaware for the new Kent County Family Courthouse. The recommendation will be forwarded to City Council for final action on April 11, 2022. The commission also approved the agenda and the minutes of the January 20, 2022 meeting, both unanimously.

• Approved agenda as amended (4-0)
• Approved minutes of January 20, 2022 meeting (4-0)
• Recommended approval of rezoning HI-22-02/Z-22-01 to expand Historic District boundary for courthouse site (3-0, 1 abstention)

Downtown Dover Partnership Board

The Downtown Dover Partnership Board is holding a virtual meeting to review the Downtown Dover Strategic Master Plan and updates on the property at 136 W. Loockerman. The agenda includes standard reports from the Executive Committee, staff, and city officials, but no specific votes or new ordinances are listed.

• Review of the Downtown Dover Strategic Master Plan
• Update on the property at 136 W. Loockerman
• Updates from Senator Trey Paradee and Senator Bill Bush
• Reports from the Mayor, City Council, and City Manager

Council Committee of the Whole

The Council Committee of the Whole recommended awarding the switchgear building contract for the Garrison Oak Technology and Business Park substation to Philadelphia Electric instead of Siemens, as staff recommended. The committee also recommended approval of an amendment to the Council Community Enhancement Fund Expenditures policy and approved ARPA funding allocations for nonprofit housing and community service projects. All decisions were unanimous and will go to the full council for final action.

• Recommended awarding switchgear building contract to Philadelphia Electric (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of amendment to Council Community Enhancement Fund Expenditures policy (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of ARPA funding allocations for nonprofit housing and community service projects (unanimous)

City Council Meetings

The City Council of Dover, Delaware, convened a special meeting on March 21, 2022, primarily to enter an executive session. The sole agenda item was an update on potential litigation, which was discussed in closed session pursuant to state law regarding legal advice and bargaining positions. No specific public actions, votes, or dollar amounts were listed on the agenda.

• Executive session held to discuss potential litigation
• Meeting held virtually via WebEx

The Dover City Council held a special meeting on March 21, 2022, and recessed into executive session to discuss potential litigation. After the session, the council voted unanimously to accept the staff recommendations related to that litigation. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was otherwise procedural.

• Adopted the meeting agenda unanimously
• Recessed into executive session for strategy on potential litigation (unanimous)
• Accepted staff recommendations on potential litigation (unanimous roll call; Neil, Rocha, Taylor absent)
• Adjourned the meeting unanimously

Home Events

The Dover Planning Commission will hold public hearings on four development applications, including a rezoning for the Kent County Family Courthouse and a warehouse for Frito Lay. The body will also review updates on the Dover Air Force Base Compatible Use Study and the Downtown Dover Strategic Master Plan. No specific dollar amounts or contract values are listed in the agenda.

• Rezoning application Z-22-01 to adjust Historic District Zone boundaries for six parcels (1.74 acres) at S. Governors Avenue and W. Water Street for the Kent County Family Courthouse.
• Site Development Plan S-22-02 for a 7,884 SF warehouse and site improvements at Lafferty Lane, owned by Devreco, LLC.
• Site Development Plan S-22-03 for a 7,681 SF restaurant with outdoor patio at 801 North State Street, owned by Lopez Kent County, LLC.
• Site Development Plan S-22-04 for street improvements, curbing, and sidewalks on Raymond Street and Railroad Avenue, including dedication of 0.61 acres to the City.
• Updates on the Dover Air Force Base Compatible Use Study and the Downtown Dover Strategic Master Plan.

The Dover Planning Commission recommended approval of a rezoning application to expand the Historic District boundary to include six parcels and an alley for the new Kent County Family Courthouse. The commission also approved site development plans for a Frito Lay warehouse, a new El Azteca restaurant, and street improvements on Raymond Street and Railroad Avenue. All votes were unanimous 8-0 with one member absent.

• Recommended approval of rezoning Z-22-01 for Kent County Family Court site (8-0)
• Approved site plan S-22-02 for Frito Lay Exchange Center warehouse (8-0)
• Approved site plan S-22-03 for El Azteca Restaurant at 801 North State Street (8-0)
• Approved site plan S-22-04 for Raymond Street and Railroad Avenue improvements (8-0)

DDP Economic Development and Restructuring Committee

The agenda states that the Economic Vitality Committee meeting scheduled for Wednesday, March 16, 2022, has been cancelled. No specific decisions, discussions, or items were listed because the meeting did not take place. The next meeting date is currently listed as TBD.

• Meeting cancellation notice

Home Events

The City of Dover Joint Subcommittee met to conduct interviews with nonprofits seeking funding under the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). The group also adopted minutes from a previous meeting and held an executive session to evaluate specific grant proposals. No specific dollar amounts or project names were listed in the agenda.

• Adoption of minutes from November 23, 2021
• Nonprofit interviews for ARPA funding requests
• Executive session to evaluate grant proposals

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee meeting scheduled for March 15, 2022, has been cancelled. The next meeting is set for April 12, 2022. No other business is listed.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting April 12, 2022

Council Committee of the Whole

The Dover Council Committee of the Whole will consider three items: awarding a $399,040 contract for a sewer cleaner, declaring two Slaughter Street properties as excess and authorizing their sale, and approving proposed amendments to the city charter. The agenda was revised to remove a report on the Local Service Function Budget. Public comments are welcome.

• Bid #22-0021PW: Vac Truck contract to THC Enterprises, Inc. t/a Mid-Atlantic Waste Systems for $399,040
• Sale of excess real property at 710 and 715 Slaughter Street
• Proposed amendments to the City of Dover Charter
• Agenda revised to remove Local Service Function Budget report

The Council Committee of the Whole recommended several amendments to the City of Dover Charter, including changes to council president succession, council pay tied to non-bargaining employee raises, and a residency requirement for the city manager. A proposal to lower the vote threshold for removing the police chief from two-thirds to a majority failed. The committee also recommended awarding a $399,040 contract for a new vacuum truck and approved the sale process for two excess properties on Slaughter Street.

• Recommended awarding $399,040 vac truck contract to THC Enterprises (unanimous)
• Recommended declaring 710 and 715 Slaughter Street excess and authorizing sale (unanimous)
• Recommended charter amendment for council president succession and pro tempore election (unanimous)
• Recommended charter amendment tying future council pay raises to non-bargaining employees (7-2, Sudler absent)
• Recommended charter amendment requiring city manager to be Kent County resident within 180 days (unanimous)
• Failed to lower police chief removal vote threshold to majority (1-9)
• Denied amendment to change city solicitor appointment vote threshold (unanimous)
• Sent charter amendments to full Council for consideration (unanimous)

City Council Meetings

The Dover City Council will hold a public hearing and final vote on annexing and rezoning 166 Mifflin Road from Kent County RS-1 to City of Dover R-8 with a Source Water Protection Overlay Zone. The council will also adopt the consent agenda, which includes routine reports and an appointment to the Ethics Commission, and set dates for property assessment appeals.

• Public hearing and final adoption of annexation resolution and rezoning ordinance for 166 Mifflin Road (25,000 sq ft, owned by Ernestine Huff)
• Proclamation of Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month and Women's HERstory Month
• Appointment of John Sadlowski to the Ethics Commission (term to expire July 2026)
• Setting 2022 property assessment appeals for May 23-27 and May 31-June 3, 2022
• Quarterly review of Capital Investment Plan (Oct-Dec)

The Dover City Council unanimously approved the annexation of 166 Mifflin Road into the city and rezoned it from Kent County RS-1 to city R-8 (One-Family Residence) with a Source Water Protection Overlay Zone. The council also approved a $151,672 contract for a trailer-mounted generator, accepted the draft annual financial report, and set property assessment appeal dates for May 2022. All votes were unanimous, with Councilman Sudler absent.

• Adopted Annexation Resolution No. 2022-01 for 166 Mifflin Road (unanimous, Sudler absent)
• Adopted Ordinance #2022-01 rezoning 166 Mifflin Road to R-8 and SWPOZ (unanimous, Sudler absent)
• Approved $151,672 contract to Fidelity Engineering for trailer-mounted generator (unanimous, Sudler absent)
• Accepted Draft Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (unanimous, Sudler absent)
• Approved appointment of John Sadlowski to Ethics Commission (unanimous, Sudler absent)
• Set 2022 Property Assessment Appeals for May 23-27 and May 31-June 3 (unanimous, Sudler absent)
• Accepted monthly reports and quarterly CIP report (unanimous, Sudler absent)

Ethics Commission

The Dover Ethics Commission is meeting to review findings in an executive session, which is closed to the public to protect personal privacy. After the closed session, the commission may take action on the review. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no public discussion items listed.

• Executive session under 29 Del. C. §10004(b)(6) to discuss documents excluded from public record
• Potential action resulting from executive session regarding review of findings

Municipal

The Silver Lake Commission is meeting to review a restaurant application (S-22-03) at 801 N. State Street, select a chairperson, and receive updates on park projects and maintenance. The agenda also includes planning for spring clean-up events. This is a regular commission meeting with both decision and discussion items.

• Review of application S-22-03 for a restaurant at 801 N. State Street
• Nomination and selection of chairperson
• Update on Silver Lake Park projects and maintenance crew
• Spring clean-up events planning

Development Advisory Committee (DAC)

The Development Advisory Committee is reviewing four applications: a rezoning for the Kent County Family Courthouse, a warehouse for Frito Lay, a restaurant on North State Street, and street improvements on Raymond and Railroad Avenues. The meeting is held in person and virtually. No final decisions are made at this staff-level review stage.

• Rezoning application Z-22-01 to adjust Historic District boundary for Kent County Family Courthouse at 411-447 S. Governors Avenue
• Site plan S-22-02 for a 7,884 SF Frito Lay warehouse on Lafferty Lane
• Site plan S-22-03 for a 7,681 SF restaurant at 801 North State Street with outdoor patio
• Site plan S-22-04 for street improvements and right-of-way dedication on Raymond Street and Railroad Avenue

Council Committee of the Whole

The Council Committee of the Whole met on March 1, 2022, and recommended that the City Manager and staff meet with state legislators to amend Senate Bill 83 regarding Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT). The committee also recommended awarding a contract for a trailer-mounted generator to Fidelity Engineering, LLC for $151,672, and accepted the Draft Annual Comprehensive Financial Report. All decisions were unanimous.

• Recommended amending Senate Bill 83 for full PILOT funding (unanimous)
• Recommended awarding trailer-mounted generator contract to Fidelity Engineering, LLC for $151,672 (unanimous)
• Recommended acceptance of Draft Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (unanimous)

City Council Meetings

The Dover City Council unanimously accepted the 2021 annual reports from the Fire Department and Planning and Inspections Department. The council also advanced a rezoning request for properties on South Governors Avenue by referring it to the Planning Commission and Historic District Commission, with a public hearing set for April 11, 2022. The meeting was largely informational, with no other substantive decisions made.

• Accepted 2021 Dover Fire Department Annual Report (unanimous)
• Accepted 2021 Planning and Inspections Annual Report (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of Feb 10, 2022 special meeting and Jan 10, 2022 regular meeting (unanimous)
• Accepted James Iannucci as Third Assistant Fire Chief, Robbins Hose Company, term to Dec 13, 2022 (unanimous)
• Referred rezoning of properties at 411-447 S. Governors Ave to Planning Commission (Mar 21) and Historic District Commission (Mar 24), set public hearing for Apr 11 (unanimous)

Construction and Property Maintenance Code Board of Appeals

The Dover Construction and Property Maintenance Code Board of Appeals is meeting virtually to consider one appeal. Joe Burden Jr. is appealing a citation and fines for a property maintenance code violation at 1446 McKee Road, related to maintaining a known violation or hazard under Chapter 46, Section 46-8. The board will decide whether to uphold, modify, or dismiss the citation.

• Appeal of citation and fines for property at 1446 McKee Road
• Violation under Dover Code of Ordinances Chapter 46, Section 46-8 (maintaining a known violation or hazard)
• Virtual meeting via WebEx with public dial-in and link

City Council Meetings

The Dover City Council held a special meeting and recessed into executive session to discuss potential litigation. After the session, Council approved a resolution regarding 20 employees and directed management to investigate funding options, with a final decision on funding deferred to a later date. The meeting was otherwise procedural.

• Adopted meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Recessed into executive session for legal strategy (unanimous)
• Approved resolution on 20 employees and directed further investigation on funding (unanimous roll call; Anderson, Boggerty, Rocha, Taylor absent)

Home Events

The Dover Planning Commission tabled the Caliber Car Wash site plan at 280 Cowgill Street until DelDOT provides traffic recommendations, approved a minor subdivision at 508 Acorn Lane, and recommended approval of the annexation and rezoning of 166 Mifflin Road. The commission also approved the revised agenda and January 18, 2022 minutes. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Tabled Caliber Car Wash site plan at 280 Cowgill Street until DelDOT traffic recommendations (6-0)
• Approved minor subdivision SB-22-02 at 508 Acorn Lane into three lots (6-0)
• Recommended approval of annexation and rezoning AX-22-01 at 166 Mifflin Road to R-8 with SWPOZ (6-0)
• Approved revised agenda (6-0)
• Approved January 18, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)

Home Events

The Joint General Employee Pension Plan Board, Police Pension Plan Retirement Committee, and OPEB Board will meet virtually to adopt minutes, elect an OPEB chair, and review quarterly performance reports from Millman for the three pension plans. They will also discuss infrastructure options. The meeting is open to the public via WebEx.

• Election of chair for OPEB Board
• Quarterly performance review of General Employee Pension Plan (quarter ending Dec 31, 2021)
• Quarterly performance review of Police Pension Plan (quarter ending Dec 31, 2021)
• Quarterly performance review of OPEB Plan (quarter ending Dec 31, 2021)
• Review of infrastructure options (Millman)

The joint pension boards approved diversifying the Police Pension Plan and General Employee Pension Plan portfolios by moving 5% into infrastructure, and selected Frontier as the investment manager for both plans. The OPEB Board tabled its infrastructure decision for six months. The boards also accepted quarterly performance reviews for all three plans and elected Kristina Deakins as OPEB Board chair.

• Approved diversifying Police Pension Plan portfolio with 5% infrastructure allocation (unanimous)
• Approved diversifying General Employee Pension Plan portfolio with 5% infrastructure allocation (unanimous)
• Selected Frontier as investment manager for Police Pension Plan (unanimous)
• Selected Frontier as investment manager for General Employee Pension Plan (unanimous)
• Tabled OPEB Board infrastructure investment decision for six months (unanimous)
• Accepted quarterly performance reviews for all three plans (unanimous)
• Elected Kristina Deakins as OPEB Board Chair (unanimous)
• Adopted agenda and prior meeting minutes (unanimous)

Historic District Commission

The City of Dover Historic District Commission meeting scheduled for February 17, 2022, has been cancelled due to lack of agenda items. The next scheduled meeting will be held on March 17, 2022.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda items
• Next meeting scheduled for March 17, 2022

DDP Economic Development and Restructuring Committee

The Dover Development Partnership's Economic Vitality Committee meets via Zoom to review draft January minutes, receive a Master Plan update, and hold an executive session covering a New Family Court presentation by Tevebaugh Architecture and a property discussion. Public comment is also scheduled.

• Master Plan Update
• Executive Session: New Family Court presentation by Tevebaugh Architecture
• Executive Session: Property discussion
• Public comment period

DDP Parking Committee

The DDP Parking Committee meeting scheduled for Wednesday, February 16, 2022, has been cancelled. The next meeting date is to be determined. The committee's purpose is to improve public parking convenience and availability and to address safety issues in downtown Dover, DE.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting date: TBD

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee meeting scheduled for February 15, 2022, has been cancelled. No decisions or discussions took place at this meeting. The next meeting is scheduled for March 15, 2022.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting scheduled for March 15, 2022

City Council Meetings

The Dover City Council convened a special meeting on February 15, 2022, which was posted with less than seven days' notice. The agenda consisted solely of procedural items and a recess into executive session to discuss personnel matters. No public business, ordinances, or budget items were listed for consideration.

• Executive session to discuss personnel matters pursuant to 29 Del. C. §10004 (b)(9)

Council Committee of the Whole

The Dover Council Committee of the Whole meeting scheduled for February 15, 2022, has been cancelled. No agenda items will be considered at this time.

• Meeting cancellation notice for February 15, 2022

City Council Meetings

The Dover City Council approved the annexation of 166 Mifflin Road, awarded a $268,452 contract for a street sweeper, and approved a COVID-19 booster vaccine incentive of four hours of administrative leave for staff. The Council also accepted the Downtown Dover Partnership's 2021 annual report and referred proposed charter amendments back to staff for further review.

• Approved annexation of 166 Mifflin Road (unanimous)
• Awarded $268,452 street sweeper contract to THC Enterprises (unanimous)
• Approved 4 hours admin leave for COVID booster (unanimous)
• Referred charter amendments back to staff (unanimous)
• Accepted Downtown Dover Partnership 2021 annual report (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda and monthly reports (unanimous)

City Council Meetings

The City Council held a special meeting and entered executive session to discuss personnel matters. After the session, they unanimously appointed Dave S. Hugg III as permanent City Manager at a salary of $150,000 per year, effective immediately. They also dissolved the City Manager Search Committee and voted to keep Dawn Melson-Williams as Interim Director of Planning and Community Development with a temporary 10% salary increase until the position is filled.

• Appointed Dave S. Hugg III as City Manager at $150,000/year (unanimous)
• Dissolved the City Manager Search Committee (unanimous)
• Kept Dawn Melson-Williams as Interim Director of Planning and Community Development (unanimous)
• Temporarily increased Dawn Melson-Williams' salary by 10% until position filled (unanimous)

Development Advisory Committee (DAC)

The Development Advisory Committee (DAC) will hold a virtual applicant meeting to review and comment on four applications that will go before the Planning Commission on February 22, 2022. The items include an annexation and rezoning request, a conditional use for an apartment conversion, a minor subdivision, and a site plan for a car wash. Public comment is not accepted at this meeting; it will be taken at the Planning Commission meeting.

• Annexation and rezoning of 25,000 SF at 166 Mifflin Road from RS-1 to R-8 and SWPOZ (Ordinance #2022-01)
• Conditional use to convert 927 SF of an existing 3,864 SF building at 773 South Queen Street into an apartment
• Minor subdivision of 2.455 acres at 508 Acorn Lane into three lots
• Site plan for a 3,500 SF self-service car wash at 280 Cowgill Street, including demolition of existing auto repair shop

Police Athletic League (PAL) Committee

The Dover Police Athletic League (PAL) board approved spending up to $2,500 for the 2022 Football Combine, with the motion carried unanimously. The board also discussed event insurance costs, planning a major annual fundraiser, and future strategic goals, but no other formal decisions were made.

• Approved up to $2,500 for 2022 Football Combine (unanimous)

DDP Design Committee

The Dover Design Committee is meeting to discuss downtown appearance improvements, including updates on the Merchant Holiday Window Contest and Facade Grant program, a policy discussion on signage, and planning for spring cleanup of trees, parking lots, and trash cans. They will also discuss new downtown banners and DSU incorporation. The meeting is procedural and advisory, with no binding decisions expected.

• Facade Grant Update
• Facade Grant Policy Discussion (Signage)
• Merchant Holiday Window Update/Current Window Contest
• New Downtown Banner Discussion/DSU Incorporation
• Overall Downtown Aesthetics-Spring Clean-Up (Trees, Parking Lots, Trash Cans)

City Council Meetings

This special City Council meeting has been postponed until February 10, 2022 at 5:15 PM. When held, the agenda includes a closed executive session on personnel matters regarding interim City Manager and City Planner positions, with possible action following.

• Meeting postponed from Feb. 3 to Feb. 10, 2022
• Executive session on personnel: interim City Manager and City Planner positions
• Potential action resulting from executive session

Development Advisory Committee (DAC)

The Dover Development Advisory Committee is holding a virtual meeting to review five submitted applications. The agenda includes an annexation and rezoning request, a conditional use permit for an apartment conversion, a minor subdivision, and a car wash site plan. Public participation is available via WebEx and phone dial-in.

• Annexation and rezoning of 166 Mifflin Road from Kent County RS-1 to Dover R-8 and SWPOZ zones
• Conditional use site plan to convert 927 SF of a building at 773 South Queen Street into an apartment
• Minor subdivision plan for 508 Acorn Lane splitting 2.455 acres into three parcels
• Site development plan for a 3,500 SF self-service car wash at 280 Cowgill Street
• Public hearing for the Mifflin Road annexation scheduled for February 22, 2022

DDP Merchant Committee

The Dover Downtown Partnership Merchant Committee is meeting via Zoom on Jan. 27, 2022, at 8:30 a.m. The agenda includes welcoming attendees, approving December minutes, public comments, and a brainstorming session for Capital Key promotions. The meeting is largely procedural and idea-sharing, with no formal decisions or votes listed.

• Capital Key Promotion Brainstorming Session
• Approval of December meeting minutes
• Public comments period
• Determine next meeting date (members only)

Council Committee of the Whole

The Dover City Council Committee of the Whole is scheduled to review a $268,452 contract for a diesel-powered street sweeper and propose amendments to the City of Dover Charter. The meeting also includes a request to annex 166 Mifflin Road and a proposal to grant city staff four hours of vacation time for receiving a COVID-19 booster vaccine. These items are presented for staff recommendation and subsequent council action.

• Award $268,452 contract to THC Enterprises, Inc. t/a Mid-Atlantic Waste Systems for a 7.3 Cubic Yard Street Sweeper (Bid #22-0020PW)
• Propose amendments to the City of Dover Charter and request the General Assembly to approve them
• Annexation request for 166 Mifflin Road, owned by Ernestine Huff
• Allocate four additional hours of vacation time to staff who receive the COVID-19 booster vaccine
• Reclassify General Fund Engineering & Inspections Division and capital projects to the Department of Water Wastewater

The minutes record only the adjournment of the Council Committee of the Whole meeting at 8:00 p.m. on January 25, 2022. No substantive decisions, motions, or discussions are included in the provided text.

City Council Meetings

The Dover City Council approved a $149,000 contract with Duffield Associates for an update to the city's Wastewater System Master Plan. The council also accepted the Quarterly Revenue Report as of December 31, 2021, and appointed Joan E. Denney to the Planning Commission. The meeting included a presentation on code enforcement common violations and a proclamation declaring February 2022 as Black History Month.

• Approved $149,000 contract to Duffield Associates for Wastewater System Master Plan update (unanimous)
• Accepted Quarterly Revenue Report as of December 31, 2021 (unanimous)
• Appointed Joan E. Denney to Planning Commission (unanimous)
• Adopted consent agenda as amended (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of Special Council Meeting of January 10, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of Regular Council Meeting of January 10, 2022 (unanimous)

Historic District Commission

The Dover Historic District Commission approved an architectural review certification for a fence permit at 502-506 S. State Street, allowing a black aluminum picket fence up to 6 feet high, as amended from the requested 8 feet. The decision was unanimous (4-0). The commission also approved the agenda and the minutes from the November 18, 2021 meeting, both unanimously.

• Approved agenda as amended (4-0)
• Approved minutes of November 18, 2021 meeting (4-0)
• Approved Architectural Review Certification for Fence Permit #21-1556 at 502-506 S. State Street, amended to max 6-foot height (4-0)

DDP Economic Development and Restructuring Committee

The Dover Development Partnership's Economic Vitality Committee meets via Zoom to discuss business retention and recruitment efforts, including a pop-up shop program and new programs for 2022, plus an update on the Downtown Dover Master Plan. The agenda includes public comments and possible executive session.

• Last Minute Shoppers Pop-Up business update
• New retention and recruitment programs for 2022
• Downtown Dover Master Plan update
• Public comments session

Board of Adjustment

The City of Dover Board of Adjustment has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for Wednesday, January 19, 2022. No specific agenda items or decisions were made at this session. The next scheduled meeting is set for Wednesday, February 16, 2022, at 9:00 AM.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting scheduled for February 16, 2022

Home Events

The Dover Planning Commission will hold a virtual meeting to consider two public hearings: a minor subdivision for a 37.447-acre property at 1601 POW/MIA Parkway and a conditional use site plan to convert an office building into a daycare center at 725 Walker Road. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes approval, a resolution honoring Kelli Lord, and a report on 2021 application tallies.

• SB-22-01: Minor subdivision of 37.447 acres into two parcels (Lot 1: 29.297 acres, Lot 2: 8.150 acres) at 1601 POW/MIA Parkway, zoned IPM
• C-22-01: Conditional use to convert 4,729 SF office into Kind Kids Early Learning Center daycare for 63 children at 725 Walker Road, zoned C-1A, with waiver for partial elimination of upright curbing
• Resolution honoring Kelli Lord's service to the Planning Commission
• Report on 2021 application tallies

The Dover Planning Commission approved a minor subdivision for the Delmarva Corrugated facility at 1601 POW/MIA Parkway, splitting the property into two lots. It also approved a conditional use site plan for a daycare center at 725 Walker Road, with conditions regarding the play area. Both approvals were unanimous.

• Approved minor subdivision SB-22-01 for Four M Investments VII, LLC at 1601 POW/MIA Parkway (8-0)
• Approved conditional use C-22-01 for Kind Kids Early Learning Center at 725 Walker Road, with condition that play area is always provided and safe (8-0)
• Adopted resolution honoring Kelli Leiter Lord's service on the Planning Commission (voice vote)

DDP Merchant Committee

The Merchants Committee meeting scheduled for January 13, 2022, has been cancelled. The next meeting is set for February 10, 2022, at 8:30 a.m., with location to be determined. The agenda contains no other business items.

• Meeting cancelled for January 13, 2022
• Next meeting scheduled for February 10, 2022 at 8:30 a.m.
• Location to be determined

Construction and Property Maintenance Code Board of Appeals

The Construction and Property Maintenance Code Board of Appeals will review two specific appeals regarding property maintenance violations. The meeting was rescheduled from January 4, 2022, due to inclement weather and will be held in-person with virtual access. No new ordinances, budget items, or major contracts are listed on the agenda.

• Appeal of citation for door violations at 220 Trafalgar Drive (Yerkes Tecson)
• Appeal of citation for vegetation and sanitation violations at 333 Cold Spring Place (Michael Vicks)

Council Committee of the Whole

The Dover Council Committee of the Whole will discuss several items, including evaluating proposals for updating the city's wastewater system master plan, a draft financial report, a training policy review, potential charter changes, and a booster vaccine incentive for staff. The meeting is largely informational and discussion-oriented, with some staff recommendations for action.

• Evaluation of proposals for Wastewater System Master Plan update
• Reclassification of Public Works Director and Water/Wastewater Director positions
• Draft Comprehensive Annual Financial Report review
• Review of Training, Conference, and Travel Policy
• Booster vaccine incentive: 4 extra vacation hours for staff

City Council Meetings

The City Council of Dover, Delaware, is holding a special meeting on January 10, 2022, primarily to enter an executive session. The agenda lists updates on potential litigation, negotiations with the Capital School District, and interim appointments, but no specific public decisions or dollar amounts are detailed in the document.

• Executive session regarding potential litigation
• Executive session regarding negotiations with Capital School District
• Executive session regarding interim appointments

The Dover City Council held a special meeting on January 10, 2022, and after a closed executive session, unanimously voted to retain Milliman Inc. to audit the City of Dover's Pension Plan. The meeting was otherwise procedural, with no other substantive decisions made.

• Adopted meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Recessed into executive session for legal and personnel matters (unanimous)
• Retained Milliman Inc. to audit the City of Dover's Pension Plan (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council Meetings

The Dover City Council approved several routine items and contracts, including a $57,480 contract for Silver Lake Dam repairs and authorization to retain Barnes & Thornburg as counsel for American Rescue Plan Act funds. The council also accepted a tribute for former councilman William Harrison Daisey, Sr., and referred an annexation/rezoning request for 166 Mifflin Road to committee and a public hearing.

• Approved $57,480 contract to Mar-Allen Concrete Products for Silver Lake Dam repairs (unanimous)
• Authorized retaining Barnes & Thornburg as ARPA counsel (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Dover Behavioral Health Systems for medical professional positions (unanimous)
• Adopted tribute #2022-01 honoring William Harrison Daisey, Sr. (unanimous)
• Referred annexation/rezoning of 166 Mifflin Road to Utility Committee, Planning Commission, and public hearing (unanimous)
• Approved confirmation of Police Pension Election for Retired Sergeant Steve Rogers (unanimous)
• Accepted monthly reports for November 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of December 13, 2021 meetings (unanimous)

Development Advisory Committee (DAC)

The Development Advisory Committee is meeting to review two development applications that will be considered by the Planning Commission on January 18, 2022. The agenda includes a minor subdivision of a 37.447-acre industrial property and a conditional use request to convert an office building into a child daycare center. Public comment is not accepted at this meeting; the public may comment at the subsequent Planning Commission meeting.

• SB-22-01: Minor Subdivision Plan for 1601 POW/MIA Parkway to split 37.447 acres into two parcels, including the Delmarva Corrugated facility.
• C-22-01: Conditional Use Site Plan for 725 Walker Road to convert a 4,729 SF office building into a child daycare center serving 63 children.

City Council Meetings

The Dover Police Athletic League (PAL) Committee is scheduled to meet on January 5, 2022, at the Dover Police Department. The agenda consists entirely of procedural and general discussion items, including program updates, old business, and strategic planning. No specific ordinances, contracts, or dollar amounts are listed in the provided text.

• PAL Program Updates/New Business
• Old Business
• Strategic Planning
• Announcements