Dover public meetings in 2022

Development Advisory Committee (DAC)

The Development Advisory Committee is reviewing a site development and minor subdivision plan for the East Carolina Supply Warehouse property. The proposal involves dividing a 28.65-acre parcel into two new parcels, including the construction of a 42,400 SF warehouse.

• Subdivision of 631 Ridgely Street into Parcel A (4.924 acres) and a Residual Parcel (23.726 acres)
• Proposed construction of a 42,400 SF warehouse on Parcel A
• Waiver requests for partial elimination of curbing, reduction of parking requirements, and a subdivision waiver to create a lot without frontage on a public street
• Performance Standards Review for application S-23-01

Council Committee of the Whole

The City of Dover has cancelled its scheduled Council Committee of the Whole meeting for December 27, 2022. No agenda items will be considered, and no decisions will be made at this session. The notice confirms that the meeting will not take place.

• Meeting cancellation notice issued for December 27, 2022

City Council Meetings

There will be no regular City Council meeting held on December 26, 2022.

Board of Adjustment

The regular Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for Wednesday, December 21, 2022, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, January 18, 2023.

Home Events

The Planning Commission is holding public hearings to review an annexation request for three parcels on West Denneys Road. The meeting also includes reviews of site development plans for a warehouse on Commerce Way and a retail building on South Saulsbury Road.

• Annexation and rezoning of 40.1157 acres on West Denneys Road to RM-2
• Site development plan for a 234,000 SF warehouse on Commerce Way
• Site development plan for a 9,100 SF retail building at 293 S. Saulsbury Road
• Text amendment to include vocational education facilities and other uses in the IPM-2 zone

The Planning Commission recommended approval for the annexation and rezoning of three parcels on West Denneys Road. The commission also approved a site plan for a warehouse on Commerce Way and a retail store on South Saulsbury Road, and recommended a zoning text amendment for the IPM-2 zone.

• Recommended approval to City Council for annexation and rezoning to RM-2 for three parcels on West Denneys Road (9-0)
• Approved site development plan for a 234,000 SF warehouse on Commerce Way, including a fence waiver (9-0)
• Approved site development plan for a 9,100 SF retail store at 293 South Saulsbury Road (9-0)
• Recommended approval to City Council for IPM-2 Zoning Text Amendment to expand permitted and conditional uses (9-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (9-0)
• Approved November 19, 2022 meeting minutes (9-0)

Historic District Commission

The City of Dover Historic District Commission has cancelled its meeting scheduled for Thursday, December 15, 2022, at 3:30 PM in the City Hall Council Chambers. The cancellation is due to a lack of agenda items. The next scheduled meeting will be held on January 19, 2023.

• Meeting cancellation notice issued for December 15, 2022
• Next meeting scheduled for January 19, 2023

City Council Meetings

The Dover City Council scheduled a special meeting for December 13, 2022, to conduct an executive session. The session is intended to discuss personnel matters regarding the names, competency, and abilities of individual employees.

• Executive session regarding personnel matters

City Council met in a special session to address personnel matters. The council approved an interim reclassification for a specific manager position and reaffirmed the city wage scale.

• Approved interim reclassification of the Emergency Communications Manager position (Unanimous)
• Directed staff to draft an ordinance for permanent change to the Emergency Communications Manager position (Unanimous)
• Reaffirmed the wage scale subject to budgetary constraints (Unanimous)

Council Committee of the Whole

The City of Dover has canceled its Council Committee of the Whole meeting scheduled for December 13, 2022. All agenda items, including utility and transportation reviews, will be moved to the January 10, 2023, agenda. No decisions or votes will occur at this meeting.

• Meeting canceled; items deferred to January 10, 2023
• Deferred: Williams Park Storm Pipe Replacement bid evaluation ($148,000)
• Deferred: Dover Roundabout Analysis for Governors Boulevard, Ross Street, and Bradford Street
• Deferred: Annual Review of Governing Policy for Energy Commodity Risk Management

City Council Meetings

The City Council will review a rezoning request for property at 1107 S. Bradford Street and consider an ordinance to add a loitering section to Chapter 70. The meeting also includes discussions on utility services for West Denneys Road parcels and approval of Flock Safety cameras.

• Rezoning and annexation of 1107 S. Bradford Street from RM to C-2A
• Proposed Ordinance #2022-26 adding a loitering section to Chapter 70
• Utility service consideration for three parcels on West Denneys Road
• Sole source vendor approval for Flock Safety vehicle identification cameras
• Final readings of Proposed Ordinances #2022-22, #2022-23, and #2022-24

Council approved the annexation and rezoning of a 0.25-acre property to a Limited Central Commercial Zone. The body also adopted ordinances regarding Tax Increment Financing and the appointment processes for the City Clerk and Controller/Treasurer. A proposed loitering ordinance was referred back to committee for further study.

• Approved annexation of 1107 South Bradford Street (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 1107 South Bradford Street to C-2A (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-11 awarding Daniel Harmon the City of Dover Bronze Medal (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance #2022-22 regarding Tax Increment Financing (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance #2022-23 regarding Controller/Treasurer appointment (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance #2022-24 regarding City Clerk appointment and functions (unanimous)
• Referred Proposed Ordinance #2022-26 (Loitering) back to Safety, Advisory and Transportation Committee (7-1)
• Upheld Mayor's veto of subdivision waivers for Raymond Street and Railroad Avenue (4-3)

DDP Merchant Committee

The Dover Downtown Development Plan (DDP) Merchant Committee met to discuss promotional activities and events for the downtown business district. The agenda included updates on the DDP Master Plan, the Capital Key project, and the Capital Holiday Celebration. The committee also reviewed the Fiscal Year 23 schedule for merchant mixers and window contests.

• DDP Master Plan Update
• Capital Key Update
• Capital Holiday Celebration
• Small Business Saturday
• Fiscal Year 23 Mixer and Window Contest Schedule

DDP Merchant Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss promotional activities, including video updates and window contests. The agenda also covers upcoming community events and updates on the DDP Master Plan.

• Merchant Window Contest for December and February
• Capital Key Update
• Downtown Gift Cards
• Small Business Saturday event
• DDP Master Plan Update

Downtown Dover Partnership Board

The Board of Directors will review October minutes and receive updates on property and staff matters. Discussions include budget status, insurance, and the Downtown Dover Strategic Master Plan.

• Property update for 136 W. Loockerman Street
• $100,000 Grant In Aid update
• $1.475 million State of DE Community Reinvestment Fund update
• New Yiftee! downtown gift card program
• Rail Haus beer garden discussion

Development Advisory Committee (DAC)

The Development Advisory Committee is reviewing three applications that will be decided by the Planning Commission on December 19, 2022. The most significant item is the annexation and rezoning of three parcels totaling 40.1157 acres on West Denneys Road from agricultural or multifamily zones to Medium Density Residence (RM-2). The committee is also reviewing a site plan for a new 9,100 square foot retail building at 293 South Saulsbury Road and a zoning text amendment to allow vocational education facilities in the Industrial Park and Manufacturing Zone. Public comment is not accepted at this meeting; it will be taken at the subsequent Planning Commission meeting.

• Annexation and rezoning of 40.1157 acres on West Denneys Road (Parcels A, B, and C) to RM-2 Medium Density Residence Zone (Ordinance #2022-25)
• Site Development Plan for a 9,100 SF one-story retail building at 293 South Saulsbury Road, adjacent to an existing Royal Farms store
• Text Amendment to Zoning Ordinance Article 3, Section 20A (IPM-2) to permit vocational education facilities, craft distilleries, and microbreweries (Ordinance #2022-21)

Development Advisory Committee (DAC)

The Development Advisory Committee is reviewing an annexation and rezoning request for three parcels totaling approximately 40 acres on West Denneys Road. The committee will also review a site development plan for a new 9,100 square foot retail building on South Saulsbury Road and a text amendment regarding industrial zone uses.

• Annexation and rezoning of three parcels totaling 40.1157 +/- acres on West Denneys Road to RM-2 zoning
• Site development plan for a 9,100 SF retail building at 293 South Saulsbury Road
• Text Amendment (Ordinance #2022-21) to include vocational education facilities and other uses in the IPM-2 zone
• Review of additional permitted uses in IPM-2 zone including printing, publishing, binding, and packaging

Construction and Property Maintenance Code Board of Appeals

The Board of Appeals will consider a case involving multiple property maintenance code violations at 34 N. Governors Avenue. The items involve workmanship, electrical system hazards, and structures unfit for human occupancy.

• Property maintenance code violation appeal: 34 N. Governors Avenue (Paul Ayers/Ayers Company)

Council Committee of the Whole

The Council Committee of the Whole will review several items including a proposed loitering ordinance and transportation project priorities. The Utility Committee will consider an annexation request for three parcels on West Denneys Road, while the Legislative, Finance, and Administration Committee will discuss police camera vendors and union agreements.

• Proposed Ordinance #2022-26 to add a loitering section to Chapter 70
• Annexation request for three parcels on West Denneys Road (AX-22-03)
• Approval of Flock Safety vehicle identification system cameras
• Review of Fraternal Order of Police Memorandum of Understanding
• Annual review of Energy Commodity Risk Management policy

The Council Committee of the Whole approved a new loitering ordinance and recommended the 2023 Transportation Priorities. Members also discussed a preliminary wage equity study and scheduled special meetings to address personnel and financial reporting issues.

• Approved Proposed Ordinance #2022-26 (Loitering) for first reading (8-2)
• Recommended approval of 2023 Transportation Priorities (unanimous)
• Recommended continued research on utility services for three parcels on West Dennys Road (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of grant-funded Flock Safety vehicle cameras (unanimous)
• Approved special meeting with Controller/Treasurer to resolve communication and reporting issues (unanimous)
• Recommended further work and a subsequent report on the City Wage Study (unanimous)
• Approved special executive meeting with HR Director regarding 911 Supervisor position (unanimous)

City Council Meetings

The City Council will review several proposed ordinances regarding taxation, city administration, and building regulations. The meeting also includes a public hearing on bond issuances for Robbins Hose Company No. 1.

• Public Hearing: Resolution No. 2022-09 regarding bonds or notes for Robbins Hose Company No. 1
• Proposed Ordinance #2022-22 amending Tax Increment Financing (Chapter 102)
• Proposed Ordinance #2022-23 and #2022-24 regarding Controller/Treasurer and City Clerk divisions
• Waiver request for street requirements at Raymond Street and Railroad Avenue
• Final Reading of Proposed Ordinance #2022-10 regarding general penalties and unpaid fines

City Council approved a change order and bond issuance for a new fire truck and adopted ordinances updating property maintenance and rental dwelling regulations. The council also approved a request for subdivision waivers on Railroad Avenue and authorized additional funds for an electric digger truck.

• Approved $4,674 change order for a Pierce Enforcer Pumper Rescue apparatus (Unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-09 approving bond issuance up to $750,000 for Robbins Hose Company No. 1 (Unanimous)
• Approved subdivision waivers to increase dead-end street length and eliminate one sidewalk on Railroad Avenue (Unanimous)
• Approved $75,707.76 additional cost for Digger Truck Vehicle #775 (Unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance #2022-10 amending property maintenance code violations and penalties (Unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance #2022-14 updating rental dwelling definitions and permit requirements (Unanimous)
• Accepted 2023 Fire Line Officers for Robbins Hose Company No. 1 (Unanimous)
• Accepted Silver Lake Dam 2022 Dam Safety Inspection Report (Unanimous)

Home Events

The Dover Planning Commission will hold public hearings on four major development applications, including a retail center and two warehouses. The most consequential item is the annexation and rezoning of a parcel at 1107 S. Bradford Street from multifamily residential to limited central commercial. The commission will also vote on a one-year extension for the Walker Pavilion office building.

• Annexation and rezoning of 1107 S. Bradford Street from RM to C-2A zone (Ordinance #2022-19)
• Revised Master Plan for DuPont Plaza retail center at 747 N. DuPont Highway (52,190 SF total)
• Site Development Plan for 17,485 SF warehouse at 119 Rosemary Road (Garrison Homes LLC)
• Site Development Plan for 234,000 SF warehouse on Commerce Way (Commerce Way Dover DE LLC)
• One-year extension of approval for Walker Pavilion office building at 101 Mont Blanc Boulevard

The Planning Commission approved a revised master plan for the DuPont Plaza retail center and a site plan for a warehouse on Rosemary Road. The commission also recommended the annexation and rezoning of a property on S. Bradford Street to the City Council.

• Approved one-year extension for Walker Pavilion site plan (8-0)
• Recommended approval to City Council for annexation and rezoning of 1107 S. Bradford Street to C-2A (8-0)
• Approved Revised Master Plan for DuPont Plaza at 747 N. DuPont Highway (7-1)
• Approved site plan and lot consolidation for Garrison Homes LLC Warehouse at 119 Rosemary Road (8-0)
• Approved waiver to eliminate sidewalks along Rosemary Road and Lafferty Lane (8-0)
• Approved partial elimination of upright curbing at 119 Rosemary Road
• Approved Performance Standards Review for 119 Rosemary Road warehouse

City Council Meetings

City Council members have been invited to attend a pre-demolition meeting at 235-239 Loockerman Street. This is not an official meeting of the Council, and no official action will be taken.

• Pre-demolition meeting at 235-239 Loockerman Street

Board of Adjustment

The regular Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for Wednesday, November 16, 2022, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for December 21, 2022.

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee met on November 15, 2022, to adopt minutes and hear presentations. The agenda included a presentation on the Delaware Climate Active Plan by the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) and an update from the Central Delaware Chamber of Commerce. No specific decisions, contracts, or ordinances were 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 meeting was not formally called to order due to a lack of quorum, and no action items requiring a vote were presented. The session consisted of informational presentations from DNREC regarding climate preparedness and the Central Delaware Chamber of Commerce regarding business partnerships.

• No substantive decisions made due to lack of quorum

Council Committee of the Whole

The Council Committee of the Whole will review several items including a request for street design waivers at Raymond Street and Railroad Avenue. The meeting also includes discussions on electric truck purchase increases and multiple proposed ordinances.

• Request for waiver to increase dead-end street length and eliminate one sidewalk at Raymond Street and Railroad Avenue
• Approval of $75,707.76 additional cost for Digger Truck Veh #775
• Review of Silver Lake Dam 2022 Dam Safety Inspection Report
• Proposed Ordinance #2022-21 regarding Industrial park manufacturing zone regulations
• Proposed Ordinance #2022-22 amending Tax Increment Financing

The Safety, Advisory, and Transportation Committee recommended approving waivers to increase a dead-end street's length and eliminate one side of a sidewalk on Railroad Avenue. Other committees recommended accepting a dam safety report and approving an additional $75,707.76 for an electric digger truck. Several proposed ordinances were recommended for first reading.

• Recommended approval of Railroad Avenue dead-end street length and sidewalk waivers (6-2-1)
• Recommended accepting 2022 Silver Lake Dam Safety Inspection Report and Update Memorandum (unanimous)
• Recommended additional $75,707.76 for Digger Truck Vehicle #775 (unanimous)
• Recommended Proposed Ordinance #2022-21 (Industrial Park manufacturing zone) for first reading (unanimous)
• Recommended Proposed Ordinance #2022-22 (Tax Increment Financing) for first reading (unanimous)
• Recommended Proposed Ordinance #2022-23 (Controller/Treasurer) for first reading (unanimous)
• Recommended Proposed Ordinance #2022-24 (City Clerk) for first reading (unanimous)

City Council Meetings

The City Council will hold a public hearing on proposed ordinances regarding district boundaries and the zoning of 630 W. Division Street. The meeting also includes first readings for new ordinances related to general penalties, rental dwellings, and West Denneys Road rezoning.

• Public hearing for Proposed Ordinance #2022-20 regarding district boundaries
• Public hearing for Proposed Ordinance #2022-12 regarding 630 W. Division Street zoning
• First reading of Proposed Ordinance #2022-10 regarding general penalties and unpaid fines
• First reading of Proposed Ordinance #2022-14 regarding rental dwellings and fees/fines
• First reading of Proposed Ordinance #2022-25 regarding rezoning three parcels on West Denneys Road

Council approved a rezoning request for a 1.0853-acre property at 630 West Division Street from Service Commercial to Limited Central Commercial. The board also adopted a project carry-forward budget ordinance and approved a contract for a pump station replacement.

• Approved rezoning of 630 West Division Street to C-2A (7-2)
• Adopted Ordinance #2022-18 for project carry-forward budget balances (unanimous)
• Approved $580,580 contract to Teal Construction for College Road Pump Station Replacement (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance #2022-20 for reapportionment of Council district boundaries (unanimous)
• Approved speed reduction to 35 MPH for Kenton Road between Forrest Avenue and Chestnut Grove Road (unanimous)
• Approved annexation of 1107 S. Bradford Street (unanimous)
• Acknowledged first reading of Proposed Ordinance #2022-10 regarding unpaid fees and fines
• Acknowledged first reading of Proposed Ordinance #2022-14 regarding rental dwellings

Home Events

The Joint General Employee Pension Plan Board, Police Pension Plan Retirement Committee, and OPEB Board will meet to review market commentary and quarterly performance reports for the period ending September 30, 2022. The meeting includes reviews of the General Employee Pension Plan, Police Pension Plan, and OPEB Plan.

• Quarterly performance reviews for the quarter ending September 30, 2022
• Review of market commentary
• Adoption of minutes from May 05, 2022, and August 25, 2022, meetings
• Proposal to set future meeting dates for April 20, 2023, and August 10, 2023

The Joint General Employee Pension Plan Board, Police Pension Retirement Committee, and OPEB Board accepted investment performance reviews for the quarter ending September 30, 2022. The boards also approved the meeting agenda and previous minutes from May and August 2022.

• Adopted meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Adopted May 05, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted August 25, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• 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)

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will receive an update regarding the referral of demolition activities for properties at 233-239 W. Loockerman Street and 149 S. New Street. The meeting also includes the election of a new Chair and Vice-Chair.

• Update on demolition activity referral for 233-239 W. Loockerman Street
• Review of 'Demolition by Neglect' determination for fire-damaged commercial/residential building
• Election of Commission Chair and Vice-Chair
• Approval of October 20, 2022 meeting minutes

The Commission discussed the demolition of a fire-damaged building at 233-239 W. Loockerman Street, noting that a City Solicitor's opinion indicates City Council's 'Dangerous Building' designation supersedes the Commission's review. No formal vote was taken on the demolition as the process is already moving forward. The Commission also re-elected its leadership for the coming year.

• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Approved October 20, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Re-elected Eric Czerwinski as Chair (unanimous)
• Re-elected Ms. Horsey as Vice Chair (unanimous)

Development Advisory Committee (DAC)

The Development Advisory Committee will review agency comments on several development applications before they proceed to the Planning Commission. The meeting focuses on questions regarding draft reports for annexation, rezoning, and site development plans.

• Annexation and rezoning request for 1107 S. Bradford Street from RM to C-2A
• Site development plan for a 17,485 SF warehouse at 119 Rosemary Road and 110 Lafferty Lane
• Site development plan for a 234,000 SF warehouse on Commerce Way
• Waiver requests for sidewalk and curb elimination at the Rosemary Road project

DDP Design Committee

The committee will discuss updates regarding Biggs, the 'Dover Welcomes DSU Downtown' initiative, and downtown banners. The meeting also includes updates on holiday decorations and a window decorating contest.

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

City Council Meetings

The Dover City Council scheduled a special meeting for November 7, 2022. The agenda includes a recess into executive session to discuss personnel matters and strategy sessions involving legal advice or potential litigation.

• Executive session regarding personnel matters
• Executive session regarding legal advice and collective bargaining strategy

City Council approved compensation for the Chief and Deputy Chief for work performed at the Firefly 2022 Music Festival. Council also accepted four staff recommendations with an added requirement for a memo on proper vehicle usage.

• Approved compensation for Chief and Deputy Chief for Firefly 2022 Music Festival (unanimous)
• Accepted four staff recommendations as amended to include a City Manager memo on vehicle usage (unanimous)
• Adopted the meeting agenda (unanimous)

City Council Meetings

The City Council held a special meeting to evaluate bids for the demolition of property at 235-239 West Loockerman Street, owned by SAG Holdings, LLC. Staff recommended awarding the contract to Design Contracting. The agenda consisted solely of this evaluation and the subsequent adjournment.

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

City Council unanimously approved awarding the demolition contract for the property at 235-239 West Loockerman Street to Design Contracting. The company was selected as the second-lowest bidder because the lowest bidder failed to provide a required bid bond.

• Approved awarding demolition contract for 235-239 West Loockerman Street to Design Contracting (unanimous)

Development Advisory Committee (DAC)

The Development Advisory Committee is reviewing three applications: an annexation and rezoning request for a property on S. Bradford Street, and two warehouse site development plans. The committee provides technical review and comments before these items proceed to the Planning Commission and City Council.

• Annexation and rezoning of 1107 S. Bradford Street (0.2582 acres) from RM to C-2A, Ordinance #2022-19
• Site plan for 17,485 SF warehouse at 119 Rosemary Road and 110 Lafferty Lane, with sidewalk and curbing waivers
• Site plan for 234,000 SF warehouse on Commerce Way (22.967-acre parcel)
• Public hearing for annexation scheduled for November 21, 2022 (Planning Commission) and December 12, 2022 (City Council)

Construction and Property Maintenance Code Board of Appeals

The Construction and Property Maintenance Code Board of Appeals will hold a virtual meeting to review one specific agenda item. The board will consider a violation of the 2009 International Property Maintenance Code regarding accessory structures at 531 Lakewood Place. No other substantive decisions, contracts, or ordinances are listed on the agenda.

• Review of Property Maintenance Code violation at 531 Lakewood Place (Brian Carbaugh) regarding Accessory Structures under Section 302.7

DDP Parking Committee

The Dover Development Partnership Parking Committee's Safety Working Group is meeting to review routine updates from the Dover Police, city committees, and cross-committee reports. They will also discuss old business, including after-hours parking issues on Bradford Street and updates from a safety assessment tour, and new business regarding the brick area in front of the old Sears Building at 32 W. Loockerman. Public comments will be heard.

• 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

DDP Merchant Committee

The Dover Downtown Development Plan (DDP) Merchant Committee met on October 27, 2022, to discuss upcoming promotional activities and events for the downtown business district. The agenda included updates on the Capital Key, the October Merchant Window Contest, and the DDP Master Plan. The committee also outlined the Fiscal Year 23 schedule for mixers, window contests, and regular meetings.

• Review of the DDP Master Plan Update
• Discussion of the October Merchant Window Contest
• Updates on the Capital Key project
• Planning for events including First Saturday, Paint Dover!, History Heritage Hops, and Small Business Saturday
• Confirmation of the Fiscal Year 23 meeting and event schedule

Downtown Dover Partnership Board

The Board of Directors will review staff updates regarding the budget, insurance, and grants. The meeting also includes discussions on downtown business updates and upcoming marketing promotions.

• Budget and insurance updates
• Downtown Dover Strategic Master Plan update
• Updates on 136 W. Loockerman Street
• Paint Dover! Plein Air Painting Exhibition review
• OktDoverFest and Dover Air Force Base Newcomer Orientation updates

Council Committee of the Whole

The Council Committee of the Whole will review several municipal items including a post-mortem on the Firefly Music Festival and an annexation request for S. Bradford Street. Committees will also evaluate a $580,580 bid for the College Road Pump Station Replacement.

• Proposed 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 owned by Ditko Properties LLC
• Evaluation of $580,580 contract award to Teal Construction for College Road Pump Station Replacement
• Proposed Ordinance #2022-14 regarding rental dwelling fees and fines

The Council Committee of the Whole recommended reducing the speed limit to 35 MPH on Kenton Road and approved a $580,580 contract for the College Road Pump Station Replacement. The committee also recommended an annexation request for 1107 S. Bradford Street and moved a rental dwelling ordinance forward for first reading.

• Recommended speed reduction to 35 MPH for Kenton Road between Forrest Avenue and Chestnut Grove Road (Unanimous)
• Recommended awarding $580,580 contract to Teal Construction for College Road Pump Station Replacement (Unanimous)
• Recommended annexation of 1107 S. Bradford Street (Unanimous)
• Recommended Proposed Ordinance #2022-14 regarding rental dwellings for first reading on Nov 14, 2022 (Unanimous)

City Council Meetings

The City Council will consider several ordinances regarding budget amendments, fees, and fines. The meeting also includes a public hearing on changing district boundaries and updates on property at 207 North West Street.

• Public Hearing for Proposed Ordinance #2022-20 regarding district boundaries
• Final Reading of Proposed Ordinance #2022-08 regarding manufactured home fees and fines
• Final Reading of Proposed Ordinance #2022-15 regarding nuisance offenses and fees
• Final Reading of Proposed Ordinance #2022-17 regarding cross connection control fees
• Appointment of Judges for the Robbins Hose Company Election

City Council approved several ordinances addressing public nuisances, manufactured home licensing, and water service fees. The council also approved budget amendments and recommended the creation of a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) District.

• Adopted Ordinance #2022-15 defining public nuisances and establishing fines from $100 to $1,000
• Adopted Ordinance #2022-08 amending manufactured home placement permits and annual licensing fees
• Adopted Ordinance #2022-17 updating water service fees and non-compliance penalties
• Approved Ordinance #2022-18 for project carry-forward budget amendments (unanimous)
• Recommended identifying a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) District for the Downtown Master Plan
• Accepted staff recommendation to declare 207 North West Street a dangerous building
• Deferred first reading of Proposed Ordinance #2022-10 until November 14, 2022
• Acknowledged first reading of Proposed Ordinance #2022-20 regarding district boundaries

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will review a referral regarding potential demolition by neglect at 233-239 W. Loockerman Street. The commission will also review the architectural review certification for demolition activities related to this fire-damaged building.

• Review of demolition activities for 233-239 W. Loockerman Street and 149 S. New Street
• Determination of Demolition by Neglect for a property declared a Dangerous Building on August 15, 2022
• Summary of 2021 and 2022 applications
• Summary of 2022 Architectural Review Certificates

The Historic District Commission voted 2-1 to declare the building at 233-239 W. Loockerman Street as Demolition by Neglect, but then unanimously rejected the Architectural Review Certification for demolition (0-3). Instead, the Commission voted 3-0 to refer the property back to City Planning Staff for evaluation of possible reconstruction with prospective investors. The building was damaged by a fire in March 2022 and declared a Dangerous Building by City Council on August 15, 2022.

• Declared 233-239 W. Loockerman Street as Demolition by Neglect (2-1)
• Denied Architectural Review Certification for demolition (0-3)
• Referred property to City Planning Staff for evaluation of possible reconstruction with investors (3-0)
• Approved agenda and minutes from May and August 2022 meetings (3-0 each)

Construction and Property Maintenance Code Board of Appeals

The scheduled meeting for the Construction and Property Maintenance Code Board of Appeals was canceled. No items were considered by the board.

Board of Adjustment

The regular Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for Wednesday, October 19, 2022, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for November 16, 2022.

Downtown Dover Partnership Board

The scheduled meeting for October 18, 2022, has been canceled and will be rescheduled for another date. The original agenda included a presentation by Mosaic Development Partners regarding a draft master plan.

Home Events

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a minor subdivision plan on North Kirkwood Street and a rezoning request for West Division Street. The meeting also includes a proclamation for National Community Planning Month.

• Minor Subdivision Plan (SB-22-05) to divide 44,326.66 SF at 217, 225, and 235 North Kirkwood Street into four new properties
• Proposed dedication of 0.1685 acres to expand Mary and Kirkwood Streets Park
• Rezoning application (Z-22-03) for 630 W. Division Street from C-3 to C-2A zoning
• Proclamation for National Community Planning Month
• Rescheduled: Revised Site Development Master Plan for 747 N. DuPont Highway will not be heard

The Dover Planning Commission voted 8-0 to recommend approval of a rezoning application for 630 W. Division Street from C-3 (Service Commercial) to C-2A (Limited Central Commercial), with the property remaining subject to the COZ-1 Corridor Overlay Zone. The commission also unanimously approved a minor subdivision plan for NCALL at 217, 225, 235 North Kirkwood Street, creating four residential lots and expanding the adjacent park. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included procedural approvals and a proclamation for National Community Planning Month.

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

DDP Merchant Committee

The Merchants Committee meeting originally scheduled for October 13, 2022, has been postponed. The next meeting is now scheduled for October 27, 2022, at 8:30 a.m.

DDP Design Committee

The DDP Design Committee will review updates regarding the Master Plan and new banner installations. The committee will also receive updates on art gallery progress and DDP grant requests to the Delaware Community Reinvestment/Redevelopment Fund.

• Update on DDP grant requests to Delaware Community Reinvestment/Redevelopment Fund
• Master Plan Update
• New banner update
• Art Gallery Updates

Economic Development Committee

The committee will review updates from the Capital School District and Kent County Tourism. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding the health of minority business in Dover.

• Capital School District Update from Superintendent Dr. Vilicia Cade
• Kent County Tourism Update from President Pete Bradley
• Discussion on Health of Minority Business in Dover

The Economic Development Committee heard presentations from Capital School District and Kent County Tourism, and discussed health of minority businesses in Dover. No formal votes or decisions were taken on any substantive matters; the meeting was informational and procedural only.

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

Council Committee of the Whole

The Legislative, Finance, and Administration Committee will consider a proposed ordinance for budget amendments regarding project carry-forward balances. The committee will also discuss Tax Increment Financing (TIF) with representatives from the City and Mosaic Development Partner JV, LLC.

• Proposed Ordinance #2022-18 regarding Budget Amendments
• Discussion of Project Carry-Forward Budget Balances
• Tax Increment Financing (TIF) discussion

The Council Committee of the Whole unanimously recommended identifying a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district and referring the matter to staff to draft a proposed ordinance, as recommended by staff. The committee also unanimously approved a budget amendment (Ordinance #2022-18) for fiscal year 2023, carrying forward $2.4 million in ARPA funds for projects. No other substantive decisions were made; the remainder of the meeting consisted of reports and discussions.

• Approved identifying a TIF district and referring to staff to draft a proposed ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved proposed budget amendment for fiscal year 2023 and adoption of Ordinance #2022-18 (unanimous)

City Council Meetings

The Dover City Council is holding a public hearing to finalize the rezoning of a 25-acre parcel at 2285 Forrest Avenue from one-family to medium-density residential. The body will also take first readings on ordinances regarding manufactured homes, property maintenance penalties, and nuisance fees. Additionally, Council will approve a $1.5 million grant for camera expansion and a $60,937.47 payment to AT&T for water tank equipment relocation.

• Final reading of Ordinance #2022-11 to rezone 25 acres at 2285 Forrest Avenue to RM-2 (Medium Density Residence Zone)
• Approval of a $1.5 million grant for police camera expansion
• Payment of $60,937.47 to AT&T to remove and reattach equipment on the Aero Park elevated water tank
• First reading of Ordinance #2022-10 amending Property Maintenance Code violation penalties and fees
• First reading of Ordinance #2022-08 amending regulations for Manufactured Homes and Land Lease Communities

The council approved a rezoning request for a 25-acre portion of Calvary Baptist Church property at 2285 Forrest Avenue from R-10 to RM-2 (Medium Density Residence Zone) by a 6-2 vote, adopting Ordinance #2022-11. The council also approved a $1.5 million grant-funded camera expansion, a grant-funded GVI crime analyst position (7-1), and asbestos abatement at 235-239 West Loockerman Street. Several ordinances received first readings, and a rental dwellings ordinance was tabled.

• Approved rezoning of 25 acres at 2285 Forrest Avenue to RM-2 (6-2)
• Approved $1.5 million grant-funded camera expansion (unanimous)
• Approved grant-funded GVI crime analyst position (7-1)
• Approved asbestos abatement bid for 235-239 West Loockerman Street (unanimous)
• Tabled Proposed Ordinance #2022-14 on rental dwellings (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of nuisance ordinance #2022-15 (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of cross-connection control ordinance #2022-17 (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of manufactured homes ordinance #2022-08 (unanimous)

Development Advisory Committee (DAC)

The Development Advisory Committee will review and comment on three specific applications before they proceed to the Planning Commission. The meeting focuses on agency reviewer comments regarding a minor subdivision, a revised retail center master plan, and a commercial rezoning request.

• Minor Subdivision Plan for 217, 225, and 235 North Kirkwood Street to create four new properties and expand Mary and Kirkwood Streets Park
• Revised Master Plan for DuPont Plaza at 747 N. DuPont Highway involving three buildings totaling 52,190 SF
• Rezoning application for 630 W. Division Street from C-3 to C-2A zoning

Ethics Commission

The Ethics Commission meeting originally scheduled for Thursday, September 29, 2022, has been cancelled.

Downtown Dover Partnership Board

The Board of Directors will receive staff updates regarding the budget, insurance, and property taxes. The meeting includes discussions on the Downtown Dover Strategic Master Plan and recent grant awards.

• $1.475 million State of DE Community Revitalization Fund for property acquisition and improvements
• $100,000 Grant In Aid for the Master Plan
• Office move to Suite 2-B at 101 W. Loockerman St
• Review of June 2022 minutes

Development Advisory Committee (DAC)

The Development Advisory Committee will review applications for a phased retail center at 747 N. DuPont Highway, a minor subdivision on North Kirkwood Street, and a rezoning request for 630 W. Division Street.

• Review of revised master plan for DuPont Plaza at 747 N. DuPont Highway to permit phased construction of three retail buildings totaling 52,190 SF
• Review of minor subdivision plan for 217, 225, and 235 North Kirkwood Street to create four new properties and expand Mary and Kirkwood Streets Park
• Review of rezoning application for 630 W. Division Street from C-3 to C-2A zoning

City Council Meetings

The Police Athletic League (PAL) Committee will meet to review program updates, address old business, and conduct strategic planning. No specific new projects or dollar amounts were listed for this meeting.

• PAL program updates/new business
• Strategic planning discussion

Election Board

The Dover Election Board is meeting to discuss the reapportionment of Council District boundaries. This action is based on data from the 2020 Census.

• Reapportionment of Council District Boundaries based on 2020 Census Data

The Dover Election Board unanimously approved a staff recommendation to reapportion City Council district boundaries based on 2020 Census data. The plan creates four equal-population districts, as the city could not meet the 1988 Consent Decree's requirement for a 65% Black-only district due to changes in how race is reported. The board noted the Consent Decree remains in effect but that the city will need to petition federal court to alter it. Two public hearings will be scheduled before final adoption.

• Approved the reapportionment of Council district boundaries based on 2020 Census Data, as recommended by staff (motion by Dr. Matthews, seconded by Mr. Caldwell, unanimously carried)
• Adopted the meeting agenda (motion by Mr. Brockton, seconded by Mr. Caldwell, unanimously carried)
• Adjourned the meeting at 11:32 a.m. (motion by Dr. Matthews, seconded by Mr. Caldwell, unanimously carried)

Council Committee of the Whole

The Council Committee of the Whole will review several proposed ordinances regarding nuisances, manufactured homes, and building regulations. The meeting also includes discussions on police department grants and utility equipment purchases.

• Proposed Ordinance #2022-15 regarding Nuisances and fee amendments
• Purchase of Ground Penetrating Radar from M.J. Friedl & Associates, Inc. for $16,800
• Payment to AT&T of $60,937.47 for equipment relocation on Aero Park elevated water tank
• Acceptance of a $1.5 million grant for camera expansion
• Approval of a grant-funded Group Violence Intervention (GVI) Crime Analyst position

The Council Committee of the Whole voted unanimously to refer the drafting of a new loitering ordinance to staff, following a presentation by Police Chief Thomas Johnson. The committee also approved several other items, including revisions to the Electric Service Handbook, a $1.5 million grant-funded camera expansion, and a grant-funded crime analyst position. A proposed rental dwellings ordinance was tabled for further review.

• Approved: Motion to refer drafting of loitering ordinance to staff (unanimous).
• Approved: Revisions to the Electric Service Handbook (unanimous).
• Approved: $1.5 million grant-funded camera expansion (unanimous).
• Approved: Grant-funded Group Violence Intervention crime analyst position (7-1).
• Approved: Ordinance #2022-15 (nuisances) for first reading (unanimous).
• Approved: Ordinance #2022-17 (cross-connection control) for first reading (unanimous).
• Approved: Ordinance #2022-08 (manufactured homes) for first reading (unanimous).
• Tabled: Proposed Ordinance #2022-14 (rental dwellings) (unanimous).

City Council Meetings

The City Council will review a rezoning request for 630 W. Division Street and hold first readings for ordinances regarding vegetation fines and solid waste deposits. The Council will also consider a resolution for a drinking water matching planning grant and a presentation on electric rate increases.

• Rezoning request for 630 W. Division Street from C-3 to C-2A
• Proposed Ordinance #2022-09 regarding vegetation fines and fees
• Proposed Ordinance #2022-13 regarding solid waste unlawful deposits
• Resolution for a Drinking Water Matching Planning Grant
• Presentation on electric rate increases

The council approved a $1.5 million grant-funded camera expansion and a grant-funded Group Violence Intervention (GVI) Crime Analyst position (7-1). Several ordinances were advanced to first reading, including a loitering ordinance, nuisance property fines, and rental dwelling regulations. A rezoning request for 630 West Division Street was referred to the Planning Commission. The meeting also included presentations on electric rates and billing, and multiple proclamations were issued.

• Approved $1.5M grant-funded camera expansion (unanimous)
• Approved grant-funded GVI Crime Analyst position (7-1)
• Referred loitering ordinance drafting to staff (unanimous)
• Advanced Ordinance #2022-15 (nuisances) to first reading (unanimous)
• Advanced Ordinance #2022-10 (property maintenance fines) to first reading (unanimous)
• Tabled Ordinance #2022-14 (rental dwellings) (unanimous)
• Referred rezoning at 630 West Division Street to Planning Commission (unanimous)
• Approved vehicle replacement purchase of Ford F350 for $68,440 (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The City of Dover Board of Adjustment has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for Wednesday, September 21, 2022. No specific reasons for the cancellation are provided in the notice. The next scheduled meeting is set for Wednesday, October 19, 2022, at 9:00 AM.

• Regular meeting on September 21, 2022, is cancelled
• Next meeting is scheduled for October 19, 2022, at 9:00 AM

DDP Parking Committee

The Safety Working Group will review notes from a recent safety assessment tour. The committee will also discuss parking lot issues on Bradford Street and loitering near the Sears Building.

• Review of Safety Assessment Tour Notes
• Bradford Street parking lot after-hours issues
• Loitering at Loockerman Street and Church (Sears Building)
• Loitering at corner of Reed Street & State Street
• Dover Police update

Home Events

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a conditional use site plan for apartments at 1241 College Park Drive and a minor subdivision at 838 Forest Street. The commission will also review a rezoning recommendation for part of the Calvary Baptist Church property.

• Public hearing for office/retail and 9-unit apartment conversion at 1241 College Park Drive
• Minor subdivision plan to split 838 Forest Street into two parcels
• Rezoning review for 25 acres of land at 2285 Forrest Avenue from R-10 to RM-2
• Rescheduling of rezoning application Z-22-03 at 630 W. Division Street due to incomplete notice

The Dover Planning Commission denied a conditional use application to convert an existing office building at 1241 College Park Drive into office/retail and nine apartment units. The commission voted 7-2 against the proposal, citing incompatibility with the surrounding business park and concerns about setting a precedent for residential use in the C-PO zone. The commission also approved a minor subdivision at 838 Forest Street and recommended rezoning 25 acres at 2285 Forrest Avenue to medium-density residential.

• 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 to create two lots (9-0)
• Recommended approval of rezoning Z-22-02 for 25 acres at 2285 Forrest Avenue from R-10 to RM-2 (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 meeting scheduled for September 15, 2022, has been cancelled because there were no agenda items. The next meeting is scheduled for October 20, 2022.

Construction and Property Maintenance Code Board of Appeals

The Construction and Property Maintenance Code Board of Appeals will meet electronically to review one appeal. The board will consider an appeal regarding a citation for premises identification at 220 Pine Valley Road.

• Appeal of citation regarding posting numbers at 220 Pine Valley Road

Economic Development Committee

The committee will hear presentations from DSU Downtown Campus, City Wide Facility Solutions, Kent Economic Partnership, and Parents Day Off (PDO). The meeting also includes the adoption of the agenda and previous minutes.

• 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 but lacked a quorum, so no votes or action items were conducted. Presentations were given by Delaware State University on its downtown campus expansion, City Wide Facility Solutions, Kent Economic Partnership, and Parents Day Off. Discussion covered DSU's progress, workforce development, industrial rail access, and a proposed therapeutic facility for children with special needs.

• No votes taken due to lack of quorum
• Heard DSU downtown campus year-two update
• Heard City Wide Facility Solutions presentation
• Heard Kent Economic Partnership presentation on industrial development
• Heard Parents Day Off proposal for a therapeutic children's facility

Council Committee of the Whole

The Council Committee of the Whole will review several items including a drinking water grant application and updates to city ordinances. The meeting also includes presentations on the controller position history and the special events permit process.

• Resolution for Drinking Water Matching Planning Grant application
• Proposed Ordinance #2022-09 regarding weeds fines and fees
• Proposed Ordinance #2022-13 regarding solid waste unlawful deposits
• Review of the Special Events and Permit Process

City Council Meetings

The City Council will review several items including vehicle purchases and contractor changes. The meeting also includes a first reading of an ordinance to rezone part of the Calvary Baptist Church lands.

• Rezoning request for 25 acres at 2285 Forrest Avenue from R-10 to RM-2
• Purchase of easement machine #690 for $56,312
• Contract award to Xylem Water Solutions USA, Inc. for Puncheon Run Pump Station pump replacement
• Change in lead contractor for Silver Lake Production Well to Wickersham Construction & Engineering, Inc.
• Department of Public Works vehicle purchases using surplus funds from project ST2003

The council approved a $2.8 million contract for the North State Street water main replacement, awarded to A-Del Construction. Several proclamations were issued, and multiple committee reports were accepted. No substantive policy decisions were made beyond routine approvals.

• Approved $2,795,000 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)
• Approved rezoning first reading for 2285 Forrest Avenue, set public hearing for Oct 10 (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Dana Shelton to MPO Public Advisory Commission (unanimous)
• Approved reappointment of Kishor C. Sheth to Board of Adjustment (unanimous)
• Approved appointments to Economic Development Committee (unanimous)

Development Advisory Committee (DAC)

The Development Advisory Committee will review and comment on several applications for consideration by the Planning Commission. The meeting focuses on agency reviews of site plans, subdivisions, and rezoning requests.

• Conditional Use Site Plan at 1241 College Park Drive to convert an 11,700 SF building into office/retail and 9 apartments
• Minor Subdivision Plan for 838 Forest Street to divide a 0.5429-acre parcel into two lots
• Rezoning of 25 acres at 2285 Forrest Avenue from R-10 to RM-2
• Rezoning of 1.0853 acres at 630 W. Division Street from C-3 to C-2A

Development Advisory Committee (DAC)

The Development Advisory Committee is reviewing four applications, including two rezonings, a minor subdivision, and a conditional use site plan. The most significant item is a request to rezone 25 acres of Calvary Baptist Church property from one-family to medium-density residential. The committee will provide technical reviews to the Planning Office, which will forward recommendations to the Planning Commission.

• Rezoning 25 acres at 2285 Forrest Avenue from R-10 to RM-2 (Medium Density Residence Zone)
• Rezoning 1.0853 acres at 630 W. Division Street from C-3 to C-2A (Limited Central Commercial Zone)
• Minor subdivision of 838 Forest Street into two parcels of approximately 0.27 acres each
• Conditional Use Site Plan for 1241 College Park Drive to convert a building to office/retail and 9 apartments

City Council Meetings

The Dover City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss a site visit regarding 235-239 W. Loockerman Street. The council also plans to recess into executive session to discuss personnel matters.

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

Home Events

The Joint General Employee Pension Plan Board, Police Pension Plan Retirement Committee, and OPEB Board will review quarterly performance reports for the period ending June 30, 2022. The meeting includes a market commentary and an annual asset allocation review by Milliman, Inc.

• Quarterly performance reviews for General Employee, Police Pension, and OPEB plans
• Annual Asset Liability Study review
• Adoption of May 05, 2022 meeting minutes

The joint pension and OPEB boards unanimously accepted quarterly performance reviews for all three plans and the annual asset allocation reviews for the General Employee and OPEB plans, plus Scenario C for the Police Pension Plan. The May 5, 2022 minutes were not acted on and deferred to November 10, 2022. Future meeting dates of November 10, 2022, and February 16, 2023, were approved. Retirees raised concerns about employees re-entering the 401A plan and Medicare Advantage changes, but no decisions were made on those topics.

• 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 optional portfolio allocations for Police Pension Plan (unanimous)
• Accepted annual asset allocation review for OPEB Plan (unanimous)
• Approved future meeting dates of November 10, 2022, and February 16, 2023 (unanimous)
• Deferred adoption of May 5, 2022 minutes to November 10, 2022

City Council Meetings

A quorum of City Council members may be present for a site visit at 235-239 Loockerman Street. This is not an official meeting of the Council, and no official action will be taken.

• Site visit at 235-239 Loockerman Street

Council Committee of the Whole

The Council Committee of the Whole meeting scheduled for August 23, 2022, was cancelled.

City Council Meetings

The regular City Council meeting scheduled for August 22, 2022, was cancelled.

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will review a permit application for the construction of an accessory structure including a restroom and storage at 43 The Green. The commission will also review reports on architectural review certificates and applications from 2021 and 2022.

• Permit #22-1298: construction of an accessory structure (restroom and storage) at John Bell House, 43 The Green
• Review of Summary of Applications for 2021 and 2022
• Review of Summary of Architectural Review Certificates for 2022

The Dover Historic District Commission approved an architectural review certification for a restroom and storage building at the John Bell House, 43 The Green, with a reduced rear setback. The commission 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.

• Approved HI-22-06 accessory structure at John Bell House, Permit #22-1298 (4-0)
• Deferred approval of May 19, 2022 meeting minutes to next meeting (4-0)

Board of Adjustment

The regular Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for Wednesday, August 17, 2022, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for September 21, 2022.

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 agenda item. The body will hear an appeal of a citation issued under the 2009 International Property Maintenance Code. The citation concerns general requirements, glazing, interior surfaces, and mechanical/electrical standards at 970 Whatcoat Drive 12.

• Appeal of Property Maintenance Code citation at 970 Whatcoat Drive 12
• Citation cites 2009 International Property Maintenance Code Sections 304.13.1, 305.1, 305.3, 603.1, and 607.1

Home Events

The Planning Commission will discuss design revisions for a proposed car wash at 1414 N DuPont Highway. The meeting also includes the nomination and election of a Chairman and Vice-Chairman.

• Design revision update for Modwash car wash at 1414 N DuPont Highway
• Nomination and election of Planning Commission Chairman and Vice-Chairman
• Appointment of the Architectural Review Oversight Subcommittee
• Subdivision waiver requests for Raymond Street & Railroad Avenue street improvements

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 two members 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 update was on a previously approved car wash site plan revision due to DelDOT entrance requirements.

• 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 contact design professionals Dr. RJ Chandler and Sarah Kieffer about continuing on subcommittee (9-0)
• Approved agenda as submitted (9-0)
• Approved June 21, 2022 meeting minutes (8-0, Maucher abstained)

City Council Meetings

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding properties identified under the Dangerous Building Ordinance. Staff recommends declaring specific structures dangerous and ordering their demolition.

• Public hearing for 235-239 West Loockerman Street (SAG Holdings, LLC)
• Public hearing for 207 North West Street (Jalisa N. Goldsboro)
• Proposed order for owners to demolish structures by September 15, 2022
• Proposed municipal liens or special taxes to recover demolition costs

The council held two public hearings on dangerous building violations. For 235-239 W. Loockerman St., owned by SAG Holdings, LLC, the council approved staff's recommendation to declare the building dangerous and order demolition by August 30, 2022, with the city manager authorized to waive sealed bid requirements to expedite the contract. For 207 N. West St., owned by Jalisa N. Goldsboro, the council voted to table action for 60 days to allow the owner time to proceed with repairs, with a review scheduled with code enforcement.

• Declared 235-239 W. Loockerman St. dangerous and ordered demolition by Aug. 30, 2022 (unanimous)
• Authorized city manager to waive sealed bid purchasing requirements for demolition contract (unanimous)
• Tabled action on 207 N. West St. for 60 days for owner repairs (unanimous)

DDP Merchant Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss the FY 2023 workplan, including tourism discussions with Kent County Tourism. The agenda also includes updates on the Capital Key, DDP Master Plan, and upcoming merchant window contests.

• DDP Master Plan Update
• FY 2023 Workplan tourism discussion
• Merchant Window Contest schedule
• September Merchant Mixer planning
• Capital Key Update

City Council Meetings

Members of the Dover City Council have been invited to attend a meeting of the Police Chief’s Advisory Committee. This is not an official meeting of the City Council, and no official action will be taken.

• Police Chief’s Advisory Committee Meeting at Dover Police Station

DDP Design Committee

The Dover Design Committee met via Zoom to discuss improvements for the downtown business district. The agenda included a review of grant requests submitted to the Delaware Community Reinvestment/Redevelopment Fund and a discussion on vacant store windows. No specific dollar amounts or final decisions were listed in the agenda text.

• Discussion on vacant store windows
• Update on DDP grant requests to Delaware Community Reinvestment/Redevelopment Fund
• New banner update

City Council Meetings

The Dover City Council scheduled a special meeting for August 9, 2022. The agenda includes a recess into executive session to discuss personnel matters involving individual employees.

• Executive session regarding personnel matters

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 extra-duty security for the customer service building to the Dover Police Department, and if that is not possible, to hire an armed private security firm for an emergency 30-day period. The agenda was adopted unanimously, and the meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Adopted meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Recessed into executive session for personnel matters (unanimous)
• Authorized City Manager to offer security duty to Dover Police Department, or hire armed private security for 30 days if needed (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Council Committee of the Whole

The Council Committee of the Whole will meet to discuss utility, legislative, and administrative matters. Key discussions include evaluating a $2,795,000 water main replacement contract and reviewing supplier diversity.

• Evaluation of bids for North State Street Water Main Replacement
• Staff recommendation to award A-Del Construction contract for $2,795,000
• Discussion on supplier diversity
• Update on ERP Project Implementation
• Discussion regarding Council appointed employees

The Council Committee of the Whole met on August 9, 2022, and 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 referred discussions on Council-appointed employee policies to the Human Resources Director. Several other items were discussed, including supplier diversity and an ERP implementation update, but no other formal votes were taken.

• 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 development to HR Director (unanimous)
• Referred performance measurement for Council-appointed employees to HR Director (unanimous)

City Council Meetings

The Dover City Council will review several committee reports and appointments. Key items include a contract award for well design/build services and a request for street design waivers.

• Contract award to Davis, Bowen, Friedel, Inc. for Silver Lake Production Well design/build services for $2,942,000
• Discussion of the Fiscal Year 2022 Audit Program
• Status update on the Loockerman Street Fire dangerous building
• Request for waivers regarding street right-of-way width and sidewalk elimination at Raymond Street and Railroad Avenue
• Reappointments to the Fourth of July Celebration Committee, Historic District Commission, and other boards

The council awarded a $2,942,000 design/build contract for the Silver Lake Production Well to Davis Bowen & Friedel, Inc. (unanimous). A motion to approve modified street waivers for Raymond Street and Railroad Avenue failed 1-6, and the committee's recommendation to deny the waivers was accepted. The council also recommended waiving the 30-day letter of intent for the Loockerman Street fire-damaged building, pending legal review.

• Awarded $2,942,000 contract to Davis Bowen & Friedel, Inc. for Silver Lake Production Well (unanimous)
• Denied street waivers for Raymond Street and Railroad Avenue (motion failed 1-6)
• Recommended waiving 30-day letter of intent for Loockerman Street building, pending legal 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

The Safety, Advisory, and Transportation Committee meeting scheduled for August 4, 2022, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for August 9, 2022.

Council Committee of the Whole

The Council Committee of the Whole will review a $2,942,000 contract proposal for the Silver Lake Production Well. Committees will also discuss the Fiscal Year 2022 Audit Program and updates regarding a dangerous building on Loockerman Street.

• Contract award recommendation for Silver Lake Production Well design/build services for $2,942,000
• Discussion of the Fiscal Year 2022 Audit Program
• Status update on the March 16, 2022, Loockerman Street fire and dangerous building
• Waiver request for street right-of-way width and sidewalk elimination at Raymond Street and Railroad Avenue

The Council Committee of the Whole recommended waiving the 30-day letter of intent for the dangerous building at Loockerman Street, sending it directly to City Council, contingent on the City Solicitor's opinion. The committee also recommended awarding a $2.942 million contract for the Silver Lake Production Well and recommended accepting the FY2022 audit program. A motion to approve subdivision waivers for Raymond Street and Railroad Avenue failed 1-6.

• Recommended acceptance of FY2022 audit program (unanimous)
• Recommended awarding $2,942,000 contract to Davis Bowen & Friedel for Silver Lake Production Well design/build (unanimous)
• Recommended waiving 30-day letter of intent for Loockerman St. dangerous building, sending to City Council (unanimous)
• Motion to approve subdivision waivers for Raymond Street/Railroad Avenue failed (1-6)

City Council Meetings

The City Council will review several committee recommendations including a $91,931 budget amendment for the CDBG Action Plan. The meeting also includes discussions on engineering support for stormwater storage and police promotion process adjustments.

• Proposed $91,931 budget amendment to the 2019 CDBG Action Plan
• Approval of $16,500 for additional engineering design support for stormwater storage
• Contract award to Siemens for Garrison Oak Technology & Business Park substation switchgear
• Acceptance of donation of 7,170 square feet at 235 North Kirkwood Street from NCALL
• Final reading of Ordinance #2022-07 regarding compensation for elected officials

The Dover City Council adopted Ordinance #2022-07, which sets annual salaries for the mayor at $52,000 and council members at $18,000 (council president at $23,000) for FY2023, along with various per diem rates for boards and election officials. The council also approved several committee recommendations, including awarding a $1.7 million contract for substation switchgear to Siemens, approving school resource officer requests contingent on funding, and authorizing $16,500 for stormwater storage engineering design. A proposal to adjust the police promotion process was approved for implementation by FY24, with the possibility of earlier implementation if funds are available.

• Adopted Ordinance #2022-07 setting mayor salary at $52,000 and council salaries at $18,000 (president $23,000) for FY2023 (unanimous, Neil abstained)
• Approved contract #22-0036EL for Garrison Oak substation switchgear to Siemens (unanimous)
• Approved School Resource Officer requests contingent on funding from requestors (unanimous)
• Approved $16,500 for engineering design support for stormwater storage at Water Street and South Governors Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved $91,931 budget amendment to 2019 CDBG Action Plan for CARES Act funds (unanimous)
• Approved using AECOM as sole vendor for Meeting House Branch Drainage Improvement Project design (6-1, Sudler opposed)
• Approved revised police promotion process for FY24, with possible earlier implementation if funds available (unanimous)
• Accepted donation of 7,176 sq ft at 235 North Kirkwood Street from NCALL (unanimous)

Historic District Commission

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

Board of Adjustment

The regular Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for Wednesday, July 20, 2022, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for August 17, 2022.

Construction and Property Maintenance Code Board of Appeals

The Board of Appeals will meet to consider an appeal regarding a property maintenance code citation. The citation involves requirements related to roofs and drainage under the 2009 International Property Maintenance Code.

• Appeal of citation for 443 Worchester Drive (Dennis King) regarding roof and drainage requirements

Home Events

The Dover Planning Commission meeting scheduled for July 18, 2022, has been cancelled. There are no new applications for consideration at this time.

Council Committee of the Whole

The Council Committee of the Whole will review several items including a land donation at 235 North Kirkwood Street and engineering support for Water Street. The meeting also includes discussions on substation switchgear contracts, budget amendments, and police promotion processes.

• Acceptance of 7,176 square feet of 235 North Kirkwood Street donation
• $16,500 for additional engineering design support at Water Street & S. Governors Avenue
• Contract award to Siemens for Garrison Oak Technology & Business Park substation switchgear
• $91,931 budget amendment to the 2019 CDBG Action Plan
• Use of AECOM as a sole vendor for Meeting House Branch Drainage Improvement Project design

The Council Committee of the Whole recommended using AECOM as sole vendor for the Meeting House Branch Drainage Improvement Project design, passing 6-1 despite concerns about the lack of competitive bidding. It also recommended approving School Resource Officer requests contingent on funding, and approved several other items including a $16,500 stormwater engineering support and a $91,931 CDBG budget amendment.

• Recommended AECOM as sole vendor for drainage project design (6-1)
• Approved School Resource Officer requests contingent on funding (unanimous)
• Approved $16,500 for stormwater storage engineering support (unanimous)
• Approved $91,931 CDBG budget amendment for FY2019 (unanimous)
• Recommended awarding contract #22-0036EL to Siemens (unanimous)
• Recommended accepting 7,176 sq ft donation at 235 North Kirkwood Street (unanimous)
• Approved police promotion process revision for FY24, with possible earlier implementation (unanimous)

City Council Meetings

The Dover City Council will review several committee reports and ordinances. Key discussions include a proposed wage equity study for city employees and the evaluation of bids for a stormwater feasibility study.

• Contract award recommendation for Water Street Stormwater Feasibility Study to Century Engineering, LLC for $22,500
• Authorization of a compensation study for all City of Dover employees
• First reading of Ordinance #2022-07 regarding compensation and expenses for elected or appointed officials
• Request for waiver regarding street right-of-way and sidewalk removal for Raymond Street and Railroad Avenue
• Presentation on school safety involving the Capital School District and Dover Police Department

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. They also gave first reading to an ordinance adjusting council compensation, contingent on state legislation, and deferred a subdivision waiver request to July 26. The meeting included committee reports and announcements, with no other substantive decisions.

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

Council Committee of the Whole

The Council Committee of the Whole will review a request for street right-of-way waivers at Raymond Street and Railroad Avenue. Committees will also evaluate a $22,500 stormwater study bid and consider authorizing a city-wide wage equity study.

• Waiver request for street width, cul-de-sac length, and sidewalk elimination at Raymond Street and Railroad Avenue
• Evaluation of $22,500 contract bid for Water Street Stormwater Feasibility Study
• Authorization of a compensation study for all City of Dover employees
• Ordinance #2022-07 regarding compensation and expenses for elected and appointed officials
• Update on school safety involving the Dover Police Department and Capital School District

The Council Committee of the Whole recommended approval for the City Manager to conduct a wage equity study of all City of Dover employees, and approved a $22,500 contract with Century Engineering for a Water Street Stormwater Feasibility Study. The committee also recommended approval of an ordinance to increase council compensation, contingent on state legislation, and deferred a subdivision waiver request to the July 26 meeting. An update on wages detailed a second step increase for dispatchers and a one-time appreciation bonus for all employees.

• Recommended approval of wage equity study for all City employees (unanimous)
• Recommended awarding $22,500 Water Street Stormwater Feasibility contract to Century Engineering (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Ordinance #2022-07 on council compensation, contingent on HB 456 (7-0, 2 abstentions)
• Deferred Raymond Street/Railroad Avenue subdivision waiver request to July 26 Safety Committee meeting (unanimous)
• Added Update on Wages to Legislative, Finance, and Administration Committee agenda (unanimous)

City Council Meetings

The City Council will hold a final reading on Ordinance #2022-06 regarding the upcoming fiscal year budget. The meeting also includes discussions on emergency dispatcher retention and utility contract approvals.

• Final reading of Ordinance #2022-06 (Fiscal Year 2022/2023 City of Dover Budget Ordinances)
• Approval of NAES O&M Agreement for Van Sant Operations
• Review of Active Recreation Area Plan for Dover Apartments on Leipsic Road
• Authorization for negotiations regarding compensation for Emergency Dispatchers
• Appointment of John H. Baldwin, Sr. and Kenneth Roach to the Planning Commission

The Dover City Council adopted Ordinance #2022-06, the FY2023 budget, by unanimous roll call vote (with one absent). Before adoption, Council approved an amendment to line 55 setting council member salaries at $18,000 annually and the Council President's salary at $23,000 annually, with seven yes votes, one abstention, and one absent. Council also authorized the City Manager to enter negotiations with the DOE Union and AFSCME regarding emergency dispatcher compensation.

• Adopted FY2023 budget Ordinance #2022-06 (unanimous, Arndt absent)
• Amended budget line 55: council members $18,000, Council President $23,000 (7-0-1, Neil abstained, Arndt absent)
• Authorized City Manager to negotiate dispatcher compensation with DOE Union (unanimous)
• Authorized City Manager to negotiate Dispatch Supervisor classification with AFSCME (unanimous)
• 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: John H. Baldwin Sr. and Kenneth Roach (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda and minutes (unanimous)

Downtown Dover Partnership Board

The Board of Directors will review May 2022 minutes and receive updates on several properties including Old Acme at 120 S. Governor’s Ave. Staff will also provide updates regarding the budget, the Downtown Dover Strategic Master Plan, and an office move to 101 W. Loockerman St.

• Property updates for 120 S. Governor’s Ave., DIMH, and 136 W. Loockerman St.
• Budget and grant request updates
• Office move to 101 W. Loockerman St., Suite 2-B
• Economic Vitality committee updates on REAP and DRLF programs
• FY 23 Workplan discussion

City Council Meetings

The Dover Police Athletic League (PAL) Committee is scheduled to meet on June 22, 2022, at 12:00 PM in the Dover Police Department Staff Conference Room. The agenda consists entirely of procedural and general discussion items, including program updates, old business, strategic planning, and announcements. No specific ordinances, contracts, or dollar amounts are listed in the provided text.

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

The Dover Police Athletic League board met on June 22, 2022, and approved a motion allowing the organization to spend up to $2,500 per approved event. The board also heard updates on upcoming programs, including a football combine, a fire safety event, and two youth academies. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved spending up to $2,500 per approved PAL event (unanimous)

City Council Meetings

The City Council of Dover, Delaware, convened a special meeting on June 22, 2022, with less than seven days' notice. The agenda consists entirely of procedural items and a recess into executive session. No specific public actions, contracts, or ordinances are detailed in the provided text.

• Recess into executive session for personnel matters
• Recess into executive session for potential sale of land

The City Council met in special session and, after an executive session, unanimously approved two actions: accepting the staff recommendation and disposition of funds for a personnel package, and accepting the sale of vacant lots in Garrison Oak Business and Technology Park for $4.8 million. Both motions passed unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made.

• 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)

Home Events

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several major development applications. These include a proposed five-story Kent County Family Court building, a new parking lot for the court, and a 216-unit apartment complex at Leipsic Road.

• Public hearing for a five-story, 106,711 GFA Kent County Family Court building
• Site development plan for a 45-vehicle parking lot at 446 South Governors Avenue
• Development application for 216 apartment units at Leipsic Road
• Design revision update for an office building at 223 and 225 West Division Street
• Update on the Dover Air Force Base Compatible Use Study

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

• Approved S-22-06 New Courthouse at South Governors Ave & West Water St, including 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 cash-in-lieu (7-0)
• Approved agenda and April 18, 2022 minutes (7-0)

Historic District Commission

The City of Dover Historic District Commission meeting scheduled for June 16, 2022, has been cancelled because there were no agenda items. The next meeting is scheduled for July 21, 2022.

DDP Economic Development and Restructuring Committee

The Economic Vitality Committee will receive updates regarding the REAP Program, the Revolving Loan Fund Program, and the Downtown Dover Master Plan. The committee will also discuss state grant applications and the Pop-Up Shop.

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

Board of Adjustment

The regular Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for Wednesday, June 15, 2022, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for July 20, 2022.

DDP Parking Committee

The Parking Committee meeting scheduled for Wednesday, June 15, 2022, has been cancelled. The next meeting date is currently undetermined.

Council Committee of the Whole

The Council Committee of the Whole met to review the Active Recreation Area Plan for the Dover Apartments on Leipsic Road. The Utility Committee approved the terms of the Operations and Maintenance agreement with NAES for Van Sant Operations. The Legislative, Finance, and Administration Committee received informational presentations on workforce development and emergency dispatcher retention.

• Review of Active Recreation Area Plan for Dover Apartments on Leipsic Road (Planning Reference #S-22-09)
• Approval of NAES O&M Agreement for Van Sant Operations
• Informational presentation on Workforce Development by Jeremy McEntire
• Discussion on retention of Emergency Dispatchers by Police and Fire Chiefs

The Council Committee of the Whole recommended authorizing the City Manager to enter negotiations with the Dover Organization of Employees (DOE) union and the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) to address emergency dispatcher compensation and classification. The committee also recommended acceptance of the Active Recreation Area Plan for the Dover Apartments on Leipsic Road and approved the NAES O&M Agreement for Van Sant Operations. No final votes were taken; all actions are recommendations to the full Council.

• Recommended authorizing City Manager to negotiate DOE dispatcher compensation (unanimous)
• Recommended authorizing City Manager to negotiate AFSCME Dispatch Supervisor compensation/classification (unanimous)
• Recommended acceptance 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. The next meeting is scheduled for July 12, 2022.

City Council Meetings

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the Electric Fund Budget. The Council is also scheduled to consider adopting new rates and tariffs for electric, water, and wastewater services for Fiscal Year 2023.

• Public hearing on Electric Fund Budget
• Setting of Electric, Water, and Wastewater Rates and Tariffs
• Purchase of a ladder truck to replace Ladder 2 for $1,948,312
• First reading of Ordinance #2022-06 regarding the FY 2022/2023 City Budget
• Final reading of Ordinance #2022-05 for a Proposed Budget Amendment

The Dover City Council unanimously adopted the Fiscal Year 2023 electric, water, and wastewater rates and tariffs, including a power cost adjustment of $0.03 per kWh. The council also approved the purchase of a new ladder truck for the fire department at a cost of $1,948,312, and adopted Ordinance #2022-05. Several items were deferred to upcoming budget hearings, including a proposal to increase police staffing from 106 to 111 officers.

• Adopted FY2023 electric, water, and wastewater rates with $0.03/kWh power cost adjustment (unanimous)
• Approved $1,948,312 purchase of ladder truck to replace Ladder 2 (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance #2022-05 (unanimous)
• Approved appointments to Election Board and Planning Commission (unanimous)
• Deferred police staffing increase to 111 officers ($511,149.48 annually) to budget hearings (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of May 23, 2022 regular meeting and June 2, 2022 workshop (unanimous)

City Council Meetings

The Dover City Council convened a special meeting to discuss personnel matters. The agenda included a recess into executive session to discuss the names, competency, and abilities of individual employees.

• Executive session regarding personnel matters

DDP Merchant Committee

The Dover Development Partnership (DDP) Merchant Committee met to discuss business support activities for the downtown district. The agenda included updates on the DDP Master Plan and the FY 2023 Workplan, as well as feedback on the First Saturday event. No specific decisions, votes, or dollar amounts were recorded in the provided text.

• DDP Master Plan Update
• FY 2023 Workplan
• First Saturday Feedback
• Capital Key Update
• Dover AFB Newcomer Orientations volunteer recruitment

Development Advisory Committee (DAC)

The Development Advisory Committee will review and comment on a site development application for a new apartment complex. This meeting focuses on questions regarding the draft DAC report and comments prior to the Planning Commission's consideration.

• S-22-09 Dover Apartments at Leipsic Road: proposal for six 3-story buildings totaling 216 units
• Proposed construction of eleven garage buildings, a clubhouse with pool, and recreation facilities
• Waiver request for a reduction in parking requirements
• Review of Active Recreation Area Plan with potential partial fee-in-lieu of construction

DDP Design Committee

The DDP Design Committee will meet via Zoom to conduct routine business and discuss a new banner. The meeting includes roll call, approval of previous minutes, and an opportunity for public comments.

• Discussion regarding a new banner

Construction and Property Maintenance Code Board of Appeals

The Construction and Property Maintenance Code Board of Appeals will meet to consider an appeal regarding a citation for 210 Northdown Drive. Two previous items regarding 115 & 117 Thames Drive were removed from this revised agenda.

• Appeal of citation at 210 Northdown Drive involving accessory structures and permit requirements

DDP Parking Committee

The Dover Safety Working Group held a rescheduled meeting to review police updates and approve minutes. The body discussed selecting a new chair, committee recruitment, and its strategic plan. The only new business item was a discussion of a CPTED training opportunity.

• Discussion of CPTED Training Opportunity
• Review of minutes from 4/5/22
• Discussion of new chair and committee recruitment
• Dover Police Update

City Council Meetings

The June 2, 2022 Dover City Council workshop was a discussion-only session with no formal votes or decisions. Council and staff reviewed city operations, including recruitment and retention, technology, facilities, and employee morale. No ordinances, resolutions, or contracts were approved, denied, or tabled.

• Adopted workshop agenda by unanimous consent
• Adjourned meeting by unanimous consent

Development Advisory Committee (DAC)

The Development Advisory Committee is reviewing a site development application for a 216-unit apartment complex on Leipsic Road. The meeting includes public participation via WebEx and phone. The committee will consider a parking reduction waiver and a fee-in-lieu for active recreation area.

• S-22-09 Dover Apartments at Leipsic Road: 216 units in six 3-story buildings, 11 garage buildings, clubhouse, pool, recreation facilities
• Waiver request: reduction of parking requirement
• Review of active recreation area plan with potential partial fee-in-lieu
• Property zoned SC-2 and partially in SWPOZ Tier 3 Excellent Recharge Area
• Owner: Rojan DD 15, LLC; developer: Metropolitan Group

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, and department summaries. Public comments are welcomed. The agenda is primarily a review and discussion, with no final votes scheduled.

• 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, litigation, and personnel

The Dover City Council unanimously approved the FY2022-2023 budget as amended by staff, which includes a 30% PCA debit on electric rates, a 2-cent property tax increase (reduced from the proposed 5 cents), an $8 million transfer from the electric fund to the general fund, and restoration of the revenue reserve to 8%. The council also unanimously authorized hiring two additional police officers (with a third contingent on available funding) and rejected motions to remove council remuneration increases and to fund five additional officers through a business improvement district tax.

• Approved FY2023 budget with 30% electric rate increase, 2-cent tax hike, $8M electric fund transfer (9-0)
• Authorized hiring 2 additional police officers, with 3rd contingent on funding availability (9-0)
• Rejected motion to remove council remuneration increases from budget (1-8)
• Rejected motion to hire 5 officers funded by business improvement district tax (1-8)
• Rejected motion to hire 3 officers funded by surplus and reduced carryover (1-8)
• Rejected motion to add council remuneration increases over 3 years (1-8)

City Council Meetings

The City Council will hold a series of special meetings to review the proposed Fiscal Year 2023 budget. The sessions include presentations on the General Fund, Electric Revenue Fund, Water Fund, and Wastewater Fund.

• Presentation of Fiscal Year 2023 Recommended Budget
• Review of General Fund revenue enhancement
• Discussion of Electric Fund power supply budget and revenues
• Review of Water and Wastewater Fund revenues, rates, and capital improvement programs
• Update on Van Sant and McKee

The Dover City Council approved the FY2022-2023 budget with a 30% temporary electric rate increase, a 2-cent property tax increase (from 405 to 415), and an $8 million transfer from the electric fund to the general fund. The council also authorized hiring two additional police officers, with a third possible if funding becomes available. A motion to remove council remuneration increases from the budget failed.

• Approved FY2023 budget with 30% electric rate increase, 2-cent tax increase, $8M electric fund transfer (9-0)
• Authorized hiring two additional police officers, with a third if funding becomes available (9-0)
• Motion to remove council remuneration increases from budget failed (1-8)
• Motion to hire five additional officers funded by a BID tax failed (1-8)
• Motion to hire three additional officers funded by surplus failed (1-8)

Downtown Dover Partnership Board

The Board of Directors will receive a presentation regarding the Mosaic Development Partners Capital City 2030 master plan update. The meeting also includes updates on the budget from the Executive Committee and staff.

• Capital City 2030: Transforming Downtown Dover! master plan update presentation
• Executive Committee/Staff Budget updates
• Review of April 2022 minutes

Board of Assessment Appeals Committee

The Board of Assessment Appeals Committee will meet to consider residential appeals, tax exemption requests, and commercial property appeals. The agenda also includes a withdrawal request for 500 W Loockerman St.

• Residential appeal for 1308 Wyoming Mill Rd.
• Exempt requests for 25, 23, and 13 S Governors Ave.
• Commercial appeal for 1365 N DuPont Hwy. (Dover Mall LLC)
• Commercial appeal for 1231 N DuPont Hwy. (Dover Commons LLC)
• Withdrawal of RSS JPMBB 2014-C23-DE TDC LLC regarding 500 W Loockerman St.

Council Committee of the Whole

The Legislative, Finance, and Administration Committee will consider a proposal to purchase a new ladder truck for the Dover Fire Department. The committee will also review a report regarding a downtown police substation and a request to increase authorized police staffing.

• Authorization of a $1,948,312 purchase to replace Ladder 2
• Proposal to increase police staffing from 106 to 111 at an annual cost of $511,149.48
• Report on the Police Substation in Downtown Dover
• Ethics Training led by Deborah Moreau

The Council Committee of the Whole met on May 24, 2022, and recommended approval of a $1,948,312 ladder truck purchase for the Dover Fire Department. A proposal to increase police staffing to 111 officers at an annual cost of $511,149.48 was deferred to the budget hearings on May 31 and June 1, 2022. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved $1,948,312 ladder truck purchase for Fire Department (unanimous)
• Deferred police staffing increase to 111 officers ($511,149.48/year) to budget hearings (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, approved multiple appointments, and deferred the Police Behavioral Health Unit presentation and a committee appointment to the June 13 meeting.

• Approved FY2022 budget amendment (Ordinance #2022-05) (unanimous)
• Awarded 3-year curbside recycling contract to Waste Industries/GFL Environmental (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-05 approving 2022 CDBG Action Plan (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-06 approving ARPA Standard Income Loss Exclusion (unanimous)
• Renewed contract with The Energy Authority for energy management services (unanimous)
• Approved appointments to Library Advisory Commission, Planning Commission, and City Chaplain (unanimous)
• Set public hearing for Electric Fund Budget for June 13, 2022 (unanimous)
• Deferred Police Behavioral Health Unit presentation to June 13, 2022 (unanimous)

Historic District Commission

The Dover Historic District Commission is meeting virtually to review two property applications: a permit for seven parking spaces at 527-529 South State Street and a consultation on a roof project at the Delaware Public Archives. The commission will also adopt minutes and receive updates on applications and certificates.

• Review of permit #22-661 for seven parking spaces at 527-529 S. State Street (owner: Diamond State Rental Homes, LLC)
• Consultation on roof project at Delaware Public Archives, 121 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd North (owner: State of Delaware)
• Adoption of minutes from April 21, 2022
• Summary of applications for 2021 and 2022
• Summary of Architectural Review Certificates for 2022

The Dover Historic District Commission approved an Architectural Review Certification for six parking spaces with landscape screening at 527-529 South State Street, reducing the applicant's request from seven spaces. The commission also provided a consultation on a roof replacement for the Delaware Public Archives, allowing any of three material options (architectural shingles, synthetic slate, or standing seam metal) for the steep slopes. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and included reports on ongoing studies.

• Approved Architectural Review Certification for six parking spaces with landscape screening at 527-529 S. State St. (3-0)
• Provided consultation on Delaware Public Archives roof project, accepting any of three material options for steep slopes (3-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Dover Board of Adjustment's regular meeting scheduled for May 18, 2022, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for June 15, 2022, at 9:00 AM. No other business is on the agenda.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting: June 15, 2022, 9:00 AM

Home Events

The Dover Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Monday, May 16, 2022 has been cancelled due to limited staff availability and a potential lack of quorum. All agenda items and applications will be postponed and rescheduled for the Tuesday, June 21, 2022 meeting, which will be held in person at City Hall Council Chambers and virtually via WebEx. Public notice and participation details for the new date will be provided later.

• Meeting cancelled due to limited Planning Staff availability and potential lack of quorum
• Agenda items and applications postponed to June 21, 2022
• Rescheduled meeting to be held in-person at 15 Loockerman Plaza and virtually via WebEx

Home Events

The Dover Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two site development applications related to a new Kent County Family Court complex, including a five-story courthouse and a parking lot. They will also receive updates on a previously approved office building and 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

City Council Meetings

The Dover City Council is holding a special meeting with a single substantive item: recessing into executive session to discuss personnel matters involving individual employees. The agenda was posted with less than seven days' notice due to the timing of information receipt. No other business is listed.

• Executive session under 29 Del. C. §10004(b)(9) for personnel matters
• Meeting held virtually via WebEx with dial-in and link access

DDP Merchant Committee

The Dover Downtown Partnership Merchant Committee is meeting to discuss routine business, including approving March minutes, receiving public comments, and hearing updates on the Capital Key, Spring Mixer, and DDP Master Plan. They will also review the Merchant Window Contest results and discuss the FY 2023 workplan. The agenda is largely procedural with no major decisions or financial actions listed.

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

DDP Design Committee

The Dover Design Committee met via Zoom on May 11, 2022, to discuss the FY23 facade grant budget and a new banner proposal. The agenda also included standard procedural items such as roll call and approval of minutes. No specific dollar amounts or final decisions were listed in the provided text.

• Discussion of FY23 facade grant budget
• Discussion of new banner proposal

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee meeting scheduled for May 10, 2022, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for June 14, 2022.

Council Committee of the Whole

The Dover Council Committee of the Whole will discuss and potentially act on several items, including awarding a curbside recycling contract, approving a budget amendment, and considering tax exemptions for disabled and senior property owners. The meeting also includes reports on stormwater utility, diversity initiatives, and minimum wage for city staff.

• Award curbside recycling contract to Waste Industries of Delaware, LLC DBA GFL Environmental (3 years plus two 1-year options)
• Ordinance #2022-05: Proposed Budget Amendment for Fiscal Year 2022
• Discussion of tax exemption for disabled property owners and senior citizens (Section 102-183)
• Renewal of contract with The Energy Authority for energy management services (July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023)
• Amendments to Purchasing Policy and Training, Conference, and Travel Policy

The Council Committee of the Whole recommended awarding a three-year curbside recycling contract to Waste Industries of Delaware, LLC DBA GFL Environmental, with an option to extend for two additional one-year periods. It also recommended approval of the FY2022 budget amendment (Ordinance #2022-05), the amended Purchasing Policy, and the amended Training, Conference, and Travel Policy. The committee 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 awarding curbside recycling contract to Waste Industries of Delaware, LLC DBA GFL Environmental (unanimous roll call)
• Recommended approval of FY2022 budget amendment and adoption of Ordinance #2022-05 (unanimous roll call)
• Recommended acceptance of City of Dover Purchasing Policy as amended (unanimous)
• Recommended adoption of Training, Conference, and Travel Policy as amended, including making childcare a reimbursable expense (unanimous)
• Referred review of tax exemption for disabled property owners and senior citizens to staff for recommendations within six months (unanimous)
• Recommended renewal of contract with The Energy Authority for Energy Management Services for July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023 (unanimous)

City Council Meetings

The Dover City Council is holding its annual meeting, which includes electing a Council President/Vice-Mayor, hearing the State of the City message, and considering ordinances and appointments. The agenda includes a final reading of an ordinance about the City Planner position, a proposed ordinance on truck routes, and a waiver request for street improvements. Several proclamations and monthly reports are also scheduled.

• Election of Council President/Vice-Mayor
• Ordinance #2022-03 - Chapter 82 Planning, Section 82-2 City Planner (final reading)
• Proposed Ordinance #2022-04 - Chapter 106 Traffic and Vehicles, Section 106-17 - Truck Routes (referred to staff)
• Request for Waiver for Raymond Street and Railroad Avenue right-of-way improvements (Patel College Properties, LLC)
• Resolution No. 2022-04 - Authorizing Signatures for Banking Services

The Dover City Council held its annual meeting, adopting Ordinance #2022-03, which amends the city code to specify that the city planner is selected by the city manager and approved by city council. The council also elected Roy Sudler Jr. as Council President/Vice-Mayor for 2022/2023 via secret ballot. A request to add a police substation in downtown Dover was referred to staff for a cost analysis.

• Adopted Ordinance #2022-03 amending city planner selection process (unanimous)
• Elected Roy Sudler Jr. as Council President/Vice-Mayor for 2022/2023
• 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)
• Approved consent agenda as amended (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-04 authorizing banking signatures (unanimous)
• Approved annual staff and board appointments (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of April 25, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

City Council Meetings

The special meeting was held solely to hear opening statements from Council President candidates David Sudler and Fred Neil, followed by questions from council members. No vote was taken and no substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned after the presentations.

• Agenda adopted by unanimous consent
• No vote taken on Council President position
• Meeting adjourned at 6:10 p.m.

General Employee Pension Plan Board

The Joint General Employee Pension Plan Board and related committees will meet to review market commentary and quarterly performance reports for the period ending March 31, 2022. The meeting includes reviews for the General Employee Pension Plan, Police Pension Plan, and OPEB Plan.

• Quarterly performance reviews for quarter ending March 31, 2022
• Review of Market Commentary
• General Employee Pension Plan report
• Police Pension Plan report
• OPEB Plan report

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. 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 (DAC) will hold an applicant meeting to review and comment on two site development plan applications for the new Kent County Family Court in Dover. The meeting is for agency reviewers and applicants; public comment is not accepted, but the public can attend. The applications will be considered by the Planning Commission on May 16, 2022.

• S-22-06: New Courthouse at South Governors Avenue and West Water Street – five-story, 105,259 GFA government building, 425-space parking structure, lot consolidation, architectural review, tree mitigation
• S-22-07: Parking lot at 446 South Governors Avenue – 45-vehicle lot to serve the courthouse
• Both properties owned by State of Delaware, zoned IO and C-2A respectively, subject to SWPOZ and Historic District Zone
• DAC meeting held in-person and via WebEx; public comment only at Planning Commission meeting

Construction and Property Maintenance Code Board of Appeals

The Construction and Property Maintenance Code Board of Appeals will meet to consider an appeal regarding a property maintenance code violation. The appeal specifically concerns a registration fee related to vacant buildings at 509 Fairnest Court.

• Appeal of registration fee for 509 Fairnest Court (Maurice Henderson)

Downtown Dover Partnership Board

The Downtown Dover Partnership Board is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda is largely procedural, covering minutes, staff and committee updates, and reports from elected officials and partner organizations. No specific votes, contracts, or ordinances are listed for decision.

• Property update on 136 W. Loockerman
• Discussion of Downtown Dover Strategic Master Plan
• Board slate of officers and budget review
• Legislative updates from Senators Paradee and Bush
• Grant requests underway

Development Advisory Committee (DAC)

The Development Advisory Committee is reviewing site development plans for a new five-story government building. The proposal includes a large parking structure and associated site improvements at South Governors Avenue and West Water Street.

• Site Development Plan S-22-06: New Kent County Family Court featuring a 105,259 GFA building and a 425-space parking structure
• Site Development Plan S-22-07: Construction of a 45-vehicle parking lot at 446 South Governors Avenue
• Review of Architectural Review Certification and Tree Mitigation Plan for the courthouse project

Council Committee of the Whole

The Council Committee of the Whole will discuss a proposed ordinance regarding truck routes and a request for street design waivers at Raymond Street and Railroad Avenue. The meeting also includes discussions on a potential downtown police substation and the Interfaith Mission location.

• Proposed Ordinance #2022-04 regarding Section 106-17 Truck Routes
• Waiver request for street right-of-way width and sidewalk elimination at Raymond Street and Railroad Avenue
• Discussion on adding a police substation in downtown Dover
• Presentation on residential fire sprinklers by Delaware Fire Sprinkler Coalition
• Report on the Stormwater Utility

The Council Committee of the Whole voted 8-3 to refer a cost analysis of a police substation and a mobile substation with increased police presence to staff. A separate motion to include mental health resources in the analysis was tabled 6-5. The committee also postponed a street waiver request and referred a truck route ordinance to staff.

• Referred police substation and mobile substation cost analysis to staff (8-3)
• Tabled motion to include mental health resources in cost analysis (6-5)
• Postponed Raymond Street/Railroad Avenue waiver request until Council reviews rights-of-way (unanimous)
• Referred Proposed Ordinance #2022-04 truck routes to staff (unanimous)
• Adopted agenda as amended (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, and a SCADA upgrade. They will also vote on extending the ambulance service contract with St. Francis by one year and hold a first reading of an ordinance to establish the office of city planner. Several reports and proclamations are on the agenda.

• Award of $300,000 in CDBG funds to sub-grantees
• Approval of SB & Company, LLC for audit services at $49,703
• Purchase of SCADA Master software from Survalent
• Extension of ambulance service contract with St. Francis for one year
• First reading of Ordinance #2022-03 establishing city planner office

The Dover City Council approved several consent agenda items, including $300,000 in Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds to sub-grantees, a one-year extension of the ambulance service contract with St. Francis Hospital, and the purchase of SCADA Master software from Survalent. The Council also approved categorizing Williams Park and Division and Kirkwood Streets Park as Safe Haven Parks. A proposed ordinance amending the City Planner position was amended to require City Council approval of the City Manager's selection.

• Approved $300,000 in CDBG funds to sub-grantees (unanimous)
• Extended St. Francis ambulance service contract one year (unanimous)
• Approved SCADA Master software purchase from Survalent (unanimous)
• Approved SB & Company, LLC audit services contract up to $49,703 (unanimous)
• Categorized Williams Park and Division & Kirkwood Streets Park as Safe Haven Parks (unanimous)
• Amended Ordinance #2022-03: City Planner selected by City Manager, approved by Council (unanimous)
• Approved $15,000+ cash-in-lieu for McKee Road Apartments active recreation (unanimous)
• Authorized old Public Works Yard as potential River Walk Park area (unanimous)

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will hold a public hearing to review the architectural design for a new five-story government building and parking structure at South Governors Avenue and West Water Street. The agenda also includes updates on 2021-2022 application summaries, historic preservation grant opportunities, and a building permit for repairs at 304 South State Street.

• Public hearing for HI-22-03: New Kent County Family Court (105,259 GFA) and 425-space parking structure at S. Governors Ave/W. Water St.
• Review of Architectural Review Certification for the new courthouse site, which involves consolidating 11 parcels totaling 3.7499 acres.
• Update on Building Permit #22-589 filed for repairs at 304 South State Street.
• Summary of Architectural Review Certificates issued in 2022.
• Report on Historic Preservation Grant Opportunities.

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 reduction 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, new Kent County Family Court (3-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved 25-foot rear yard setback reduction (part of HI-22-03 approval)
• Approved 6-foot fence in rear (part of HI-22-03 approval)
• Approved agenda as presented (4-0)
• Approved minutes of March 24, 2022 meeting (4-0)

Board of Adjustment

The regular Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for April 20, 2022 has been cancelled. The next scheduled meeting will be held on May 18, 2022 at 9:00 AM. This notice contains no other business items.

• Meeting cancelled for April 20, 2022
• Next meeting set for May 18, 2022 at 9:00 AM

Home Events

The Dover Planning Commission will review applications for a new self-service car wash on Cowgill Street, a minor subdivision at 600 Bay Road, and a large apartment complex on McKee Road. The meeting also includes updates from the Department of Planning & Inspections.

• Continued review of site development for Caliber Car Wash at 280 Cowgill Street
• Public hearing for minor subdivision plan at 600 Bay Road (Lands of Bayroadcap, LLC)
• Public hearing for 384-unit apartment development at 1385 McKee Road
• Waiver request for elimination of sidewalk on street frontages at 280 Cowgill Street
• Review of active recreation area plan and fee-in-lieu for McKee Road Apartments

The Dover Planning Commission approved the McKee Road Apartments site plan for 384 units with conditions, including a 50-space parking set-aside and a request to DelDOT for a traffic signal. The commission also approved the Caliber Car Wash site plan and a minor subdivision at 600 Bay Road. The meeting included public hearings and discussion on traffic and parking concerns.

• Approved S-21-11 McKee Road Apartments (384 units) with conditions (5-2)
• Approved S-22-01 Caliber Car Wash at 280 Cowgill Street (5-2)
• Approved SB-22-03 Lands of Bayroadcap minor subdivision at 600 Bay Road (7-0)
• Approved agenda and March 21, 2022 minutes (7-0)

DDP Merchant Committee

The Merchants Committee meeting scheduled for April 14, 2022, has been cancelled. The next meeting is set for May 12, 2022, at 8:30 a.m., with location to be determined. The agenda contains no other business items.

• April 14, 2022 meeting cancelled
• Next meeting: May 12, 2022 at 8:30 a.m.
• Location TBD

DDP Design Committee

The Dover Design Committee is meeting to discuss downtown appearance and design principles. They will hear from the Marshall family about a mural concept at 329-331 W. Loockerman Street, review a façade grant update, discuss new banners and hardware, and consider changes to the façade grant policy regarding signage. Public comments will be accepted.

• Mural concept presentation by Marshall family at 329-331 W. Loockerman Street
• Façade Grant update
• New banner and hardware discussion
• Façade Grant Policy discussion on signage

Economic Development Committee

The April 12, 2022 Economic Development Committee meeting has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for May 10, 2022. No business items are listed for this date.

• Meeting cancelled for April 12, 2022
• Next meeting scheduled for May 10, 2022

Council Committee of the Whole

The Council Committee of the Whole is reviewing several items including a site development application for 384 apartment units at 1385 McKee Road. The committee will also consider extending the existing ambulance service contract and evaluating proposals for SCADA technology upgrades and auditing services.

• Review of 384-unit apartment development at 1385 McKee Road
• Extension of the ambulance service contract dated January 22, 2019
• Proposal to award $300,000 in CDBG funds to sub-grantees
• Audit services contract proposal for SB & Company, LLC not to exceed $51,195
• Proposed categorization of Williams Park and Division and Kirkwood Streets Park as Safe Haven Parks

The Council Committee of the Whole made several recommendations, including amending Ordinance #2022-03 to have the City Planner selected by the City Manager and approved by City Council, purchasing SCADA software from Survalent, and awarding $300,000 in CDBG funds. They also recommended accepting the Silver Lake Commission's annual report, approving a cash-in-lieu payment for the McKee Road Apartments, and categorizing two parks as Safe Haven Parks. All votes were unanimous.

• Amended Ordinance #2022-03: City Planner selected by City Manager, approved by Council (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of SCADA Master software from Survalent (unanimous)
• Approved $300,000 in CDBG funds to sub-grantees (unanimous)
• Approved one-year ambulance service contract extension with St. Francis (unanimous)
• Approved SB & Company, LLC for audit services at $49,703 (unanimous)
• Recommended acceptance of Silver Lake Commission annual report (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of McKee Road Apartments active recreation plan with $15,000 cash-in-lieu (unanimous)
• Recommended categorizing Williams Park and Division & Kirkwood Streets Park as Safe Haven Parks (unanimous)

City Council Meetings

The Dover City Council will hold a final reading and public hearing on Ordinance #2022-02, a rezoning request for six State-owned properties on South Governors Avenue and West Water Street. The council will also receive the Police Department's 2021 annual report and consider routine consent agenda items, including minutes and committee reports. Appointments for City Clerk and Assistant Treasurer are also on the agenda.

• Final reading of Ordinance #2022-02: rezoning 1.74 acres at 411-447 South Governors Avenue and 117 West Water Street from IO to IO with H (Historic District) 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

City Council unanimously approved Ordinance #2022-02, rezoning six State-owned properties on South Governors Avenue and West Water Street to add Historic District zoning, clearing the way for a new Family Court building. The project, estimated at over $122 million, includes a parking structure with about 350 spaces. Council also accepted the 2021 Police Department Annual Report and the February 2022 Controller/Treasurer report.

• Approved rezoning for Family Court site (unanimous)
• Accepted 2021 Police Department Annual Report (unanimous)
• Accepted February 2022 Controller/Treasurer report (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda with item #13 removed (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of March 28, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

Development Advisory Committee (DAC)

The Development Advisory Committee (DAC) will meet on April 6, 2022, to review and comment on two applications ahead of the Planning Commission meeting on April 18, 2022. The first is a minor subdivision plan for the Landing Square Commercial Development at 600 Bay Road, proposing to split one lot into two. The second is a site development application for 384 apartment units at 1385 McKee Road, including waivers and a fee-in-lieu for active recreation. Public comment is not accepted at this meeting; it will be taken at the Planning Commission meeting.

• SB-22-03: Minor subdivision of 600 Bay Road into Lots 2 and 3, with a lot line adjustment
• S-21-11: 384-unit garden-style apartment complex at 1385 McKee Road
• Waiver requests: partial elimination of upright curbing, reduced parking, no sidewalk along public street frontage
• Fee-in-lieu of active recreation area construction considered
• Meeting held in-person and via WebEx; public comment deferred to April 18 Planning Commission

DDP Parking Committee

The DDP Parking Committee's Safety Working Group is meeting to review past minutes, receive updates from the Dover Police and city committees, and discuss old and new business. Key items include recommendations for the HELP Initiative commercial assessments, concerns about transient traffic on Bradford Street, and potential new projects. The meeting also includes public comments and planning for the next meeting date.

• Discussion of recommendations for the HELP Initiative commercial assessments
• Concern about transient traffic on Bradford Street
• Discussion of new chair and committee recruitment
• CPTED training opportunity
• Presentation by Councilman Taylor on Safety, Advisory & Transportation Committee

Construction and Property Maintenance Code Board of Appeals

The Dover Construction and Property Maintenance Code Board of Appeals will hear two appeals: one for a property maintenance violation at 329 N. New Street and one for a vacant building registration fee at 27 Spruance Road. The meeting is in-person with virtual access via WebEx.

• Appeal of violation for exterior walls (IPMC 304.6) and permit requirements (IRC R105) at 329 N. New Street
• Appeal of vacant building registration fee at 27 Spruance Road

Council Committee of the Whole

The Council Committee of the Whole met on March 29, 2022, and adopted its agenda unanimously. The meeting consisted solely of a parliamentary procedure training presentation by Dr. Reba R. Hollingsworth, with no substantive decisions or votes on policy matters. The meeting adjourned at 7:21 p.m.

• Adopted meeting agenda (unanimous)

City Council Meetings

The Dover City Council will vote on a consent agenda that includes awarding a $399,040 contract for a sewer cleaner truck, selling excess property on Slaughter Street, and approving charter amendments. They will also consider a resolution to amend the city charter, which would then be sent to the General Assembly.

• Award contract to THC Enterprises for sewer cleaner truck, $399,040 (Bid #22-0021PW)
• Sale and disposition of excess property at 710 and 715 Slaughter Street
• Proposed charter amendments (Resolution No. 2022-02)
• Award switchgear building contract for Garrison Oak Technology and Business Park substation to Philadelphia Electric
• Appointment of Douglas M. Doyle to Board of Assessment Appeals

Historic District Commission

The Dover Historic District Commission will hold a public hearing and review a rezoning request to expand the Historic District Zone to include six parcels on South Governors Avenue and West Water Street for the new Kent County Family Courthouse. The commission will also adopt minutes, review application summaries, and discuss the Certified Local Government program and 2019 Comprehensive Plan implementation.

• Public hearing on HI-22-02/Z-22-01: rezoning 1.74 acres at 411-447 S. Governors Ave and 117 W. Water St to add H (Historic District) overlay, Ordinance #2022-02
• Adoption of minutes from January 20, 2022 meeting
• Summary of applications for 2021 and 2022
• Summary of Architectural Review Certificates for 2022
• Discussion of Certified Local Government (CLG) program and 2019 Comprehensive Plan implementation

The Dover Historic District Commission voted 3-0 (with one abstention due to conflict of interest) to recommend approval of a rezoning application (HI-22-02/Z-22-01) 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 project. The recommendation will be forwarded to City Council for final action on April 11, 2022. The commission also approved the agenda and the minutes from 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 Zone for Kent County Family Courthouse site (3-0, 1 abstention due to conflict of interest)

Downtown Dover Partnership Board

The Board of Directors will discuss budget updates, board nominations, and the Downtown Dover Strategic Master Plan. The agenda also includes property updates for 136 W. Loockerman and committee reports.

• Property update for 136 W. Loockerman
• Budget and board nomination updates
• Downtown Dover Strategic Master Plan update
• Farmers market update

Council Committee of the Whole

The Special Legislative, Finance and Administration Committee is meeting to evaluate substation switchgear bids and discuss a proposed amendment to the Council Community Enhancement Fund expenditure policy. The committee will also address American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) supplemental funding appropriations.

• Evaluation of bids for Garrison Oak Technology and Business Park (GOTBP) Substation switchgear
• Staff recommendation to change ITB #22-0008EL award from Siemens to Philadelphia Electric
• Proposed amendment to Policy for Council Community Enhancement Fund Expenditures
• American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Appropriation of Supplemental Funding

The Council Committee of the Whole recommended awarding the Switchgear Building contract for Garrison Oak Technology and Business Park to Philadelphia Electric instead of Siemens, as staff recommended. They also recommended approval of an amendment to the Council Community Enhancement Fund Expenditures policy and approved ARPA supplemental funding allocations for housing and community service projects. All votes were unanimous.

• 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 supplemental funding allocations for nonprofits (unanimous)

DDP Parking Committee

The Safety Working Group meeting scheduled for March 22, 2022, has been cancelled. The next meeting date is to be determined. This agenda contains only a cancellation notice and no substantive items.

City Council Meetings

The Dover City Council is holding a special meeting on March 21, 2022, primarily to recess into executive session to discuss potential litigation, as permitted by Delaware law. The only substantive agenda item is an update on potential litigation, and the meeting may include action resulting from that session. No other business is listed.

• Executive session under 29 Del. C. §10004(b)(4) for strategy on potential litigation
• Update on potential litigation
• Possible action following executive session

The special meeting was largely procedural, with the only substantive action being acceptance of staff recommendations regarding potential litigation, following an executive session. The motion passed unanimously by roll call vote, with three members absent.

• Adopted 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)

Home Events

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several development applications, including a courthouse rezoning and warehouse construction. The meeting also includes updates on the Dover Air Force Base Compatible Use Study and the Downtown Dover Strategic Master Plan.

• Rezoning application (Z-22-01) to include 1.74 acres in the Historic District for the Kent County Family Courthouse project
• Site development plan (S-22-02) for a 7,884 SF warehouse at Lafferty Lane
• Site development plan (S-22-03) for a 7,681 SF restaurant at 801 North State Street
• Street improvement plan (S-22-04) for paved roadways and utilities at Raymond Street and Railroad Avenue
• Update on 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 three site development plans: a Frito Lay exchange center, 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 street improvements (8-0)

DDP Economic Development and Restructuring Committee

The Economic Vitality Committee meeting scheduled for Wednesday, March 16, 2022, has been cancelled. The next meeting date is to be determined. This agenda contains no items for discussion or decision.

Board of Adjustment

The Dover Board of Adjustment's regular meeting scheduled for March 16, 2022 has been cancelled. The next scheduled meeting will be held on April 20, 2022 at 9:00 AM.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting: April 20, 2022 at 9:00 AM

Council Committee of the Whole

The Dover Council Committee of the Whole will evaluate a bid for a vacuum sewer cleaner and consider selling two city-owned properties on Slaughter Street. They will also discuss proposed amendments to the city charter. The agenda was revised to remove a report on the local service function budget.

• Bid #22-0021PW: Award $399,040 contract to THC Enterprises for a truck-mounted sewer cleaner
• Declare 710 and 715 Slaughter Street as excess property and authorize sale
• Proposed amendments to the City of Dover Charter for General Assembly approval

The Council Committee of the Whole recommended several City of Dover Charter amendments, including a provision tying future council pay raises to non-bargaining employee raises (carried with Neil and Contant voting no) 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 (1-9). The committee also recommended awarding a $399,040 contract for a sewer cleaner and approving the sale of two excess properties on Slaughter Street.

• Recommended awarding $399,040 contract to THC Enterprises for sewer cleaner (unanimous)
• Recommended declaring 710 and 715 Slaughter Street excess and authorizing sale (unanimous)
• Recommended charter amendment for council pay raises tied to non-bargaining employees (carried, Neil and Contant no)
• Recommended charter amendment requiring city manager to be Kent County resident within 180 days (unanimous)
• Failed to change Police Chief removal vote from two-thirds to majority (1-9)
• Failed to change City Solicitor appointment vote from three-fourths to majority (no second)
• Recommended keeping City Solicitor and deputy appointed annually (unanimous)
• Recommended sending charter amendments to Council for consideration (unanimous)

Home Events

The Joint Subcommittee to Evaluate American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding requests from nonprofits will meet to adopt minutes, interview nonprofits, and evaluate grant proposals. The evaluation will occur in executive session, meaning the public portion will only include the interviews and procedural items.

• Adoption of minutes from November 23, 2021
• Nonprofit interviews for ARPA funding requests
• Evaluation of grant proposals in executive session

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 items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancelled

Ethics Commission

The Dover Ethics Commission is meeting to review findings, likely from an ethics complaint or investigation. The discussion will occur in executive session, citing privacy exemptions under Delaware law. Following the closed session, the commission may take action on the review of findings.

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

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 R-8 with a Source Water Protection Overlay. The council will also consider routine consent items, including minutes, reports, and an appointment to the Ethics Commission. The agenda includes proclamations and scheduling of 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)
• 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
• Proclamations for Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month and Women's HERstory Month
• 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 the property from Kent County's RS-1 to the city's R-8 One-Family Residence zone with a Source Water Protection Overlay. 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 late May and early June. All votes were unanimous, with Councilman Sudler absent.

• Adopted Annexation Resolution No. 2022-01 for 166 Mifflin Road (unanimous, Sudler absent)
• Adopted Rezoning Ordinance #2022-01 for 166 Mifflin Road to R-8 and SWPOZ (unanimous, Sudler absent)
• Approved $151,672 contract to Fidelity Engineering for trailer-mounted generator, Bid #22-0022WW (unanimous, Sudler absent)
• Accepted Draft Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (unanimous, Sudler absent)
• Approved appointment of John Sadlowski to Ethics Commission, term to expire July 2026 (unanimous, Sudler absent)
• Set 2022 Property Assessment Appeals for May 23-27 and May 31-June 3, 2022 (unanimous, Sudler absent)
• Accepted monthly reports for January 2022 and quarterly CIP report (unanimous, Sudler absent)
• Approved minutes of February 28, 2022 regular meeting (unanimous)

DDP Merchant Committee

The Dover Downtown Partnership Merchant Committee met to discuss the update to the DDP Master Plan and the FY 2023 workplan. The agenda also included a review of the outcome of Capital Key discussions and the scheduling of a Spring Mixer. No specific dollar amounts, contracts, or ordinances were listed in the provided text.

• DDP Master Plan Update
• FY 2023 Workplan discussion
• Outcome of Capital Key Discussions
• Spring Mixer Date
• Merchant Window Contest winners and next date

Construction and Property Maintenance Code Board of Appeals

The Board of Appeals will hear appeals regarding multiple property maintenance code violations. These cases involve issues ranging from sanitation and electrical hazards to vehicle parking regulations.

• Appeal of property maintenance violations at 325 Cold Spring Place
• Appeal of property maintenance violations at 44 Acacia Place
• Discussion of violations involving sanitation, roofs, windows, and smoke alarms
• Discussion of vehicle parking violations under Dover Code of Ordinances Chapter 106

Municipal

The Silver Lake Commission will meet to select a chairperson and review the Silver Lake Resolution. The meeting includes consideration of a restaurant application for 801 N. State Street and updates on park projects.

• Selection of Chairperson
• Application S-22-03: Restaurant at 801 N. State Street
• Silver Lake Park Projects update
• Spring Clean Up Events

Development Advisory Committee (DAC)

The Dover Development Advisory Committee is reviewing four applications at its March 2, 2022 meeting: a rezoning to expand the Historic District Zone for the new Kent County Family Courthouse, a site plan for a Frito Lay warehouse, a restaurant with outdoor patio, and street improvements on Raymond Street and Railroad Avenue. The committee provides technical review and comments; no final decisions are made at this stage.

• Rezoning Z-22-01: adjust H (Historic District Zone) boundary for six parcels (1.74 acres) at South Governors Avenue and West Water Street for Kent County Family Courthouse
• Site plan S-22-02: 7,884 SF warehouse at Lafferty Lane (Frito Lay Exchange Center), subdivision into two lots
• Site plan S-22-03: 7,681 SF restaurant with outdoor patio at 801 North State Street, includes bank stabilization request to reduce setback from Silver Lake
• Site plan S-22-04: street improvements on Raymond Street and Railroad Avenue, including 0.61 acres dedicated to City for right-of-way, with waiver requests

Council Committee of the Whole

The Dover Council Committee of the Whole will hear a quarterly briefing on regional transportation projects, consider awarding a $151,672 contract for a trailer-mounted generator, review the draft annual comprehensive financial report, and receive a report on payments in lieu of taxes. No final votes are expected; most items are for discussion or staff recommendation.

• Bid #22-0022WW: Trailer Mounted Generator, $151,672 to Fidelity Engineering, LLC (d/b/a Fidelity Power Systems)
• Draft Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (staff recommends acceptance)
• Report on Payment In Lieu Of Taxes (PILOT)
• Quarterly briefing on Dover/Kent County MPO projects

The Council Committee of the Whole met on March 1, 2022, and made several recommendations. They unanimously recommended that the City Manager and staff work with state legislators to amend Senate Bill 83 regarding Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT). They also recommended approving a $151,672 contract for a trailer-mounted generator and accepting the Draft Annual Comprehensive Financial Report. No final decisions were made; all items were recommendations to the full Council.

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

City Council Meetings

The Dover City Council is holding a regular meeting with presentations from the Fire Department and Planning and Inspections, a consent agenda including minutes and a special election appointment, and a first reading of a rezoning ordinance for properties on South Governors Avenue. The rezoning would add Historic District zoning to the current Institutional and Office zoning, subject to a public hearing process. The meeting is virtual and includes an open forum for public comments.

• First reading of Ordinance #2022-02 to rezone 411-447 South Governors Avenue and 117 West Water Street (1.74 acres) from IO to IO and H (Historic District), with public hearings scheduled for March 21 and 24, and April 11, 2022.
• Special election to fill vacancy for Third Assistant Fire Chief of Robbins Hose Company, term to expire December 13, 2022, with candidate James Iannucci.
• Adoption of minutes from February 10 and February 14, 2022 meetings.
• Annual reports from Fire Department and Planning and Inspections.

The Dover City Council unanimously accepted the 2021 annual reports from the Fire Department and Planning and Inspections Department. It also advanced a rezoning request for properties on South Governors Avenue and West Water Street by referring it to the Planning Commission and Historic District Commission and scheduling a public hearing for April 11, 2022. The council approved the consent agenda, minutes from prior meetings, and the appointment of James Iannucci as Third Assistant Fire Chief.

• Accepted 2021 Dover Fire Department Annual Report (unanimous)
• Accepted 2021 Planning and Inspections Annual Report (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of Feb 10, 2022 special meeting and Jan 10, 2022 regular meeting (unanimous)
• Accepted James Iannucci as Third Assistant Fire Chief, term to expire Dec 13, 2022 (unanimous)
• Referred rezoning of Governors Ave/Water St properties to Planning Commission (Mar 21) and Historic District Commission (Mar 24), set public hearing for Apr 11 (unanimous)

City Council Meetings

The Dover City Council is holding a special virtual meeting on February 23, 2022. The only substantive item is a closed executive session to discuss an update on potential litigation, with possible action following the session. The agenda is subject to change, and the meeting was rescheduled from its original date.

• Special meeting held virtually via WebEx
• Executive session for update on potential litigation
• Possible action resulting from executive session
• Agenda revised due to change of date

Construction and Property Maintenance Code Board of Appeals

The Dover Construction and Property Maintenance Code Board of Appeals is meeting virtually to consider one agenda item: an appeal of a citation and fines for a property maintenance code violation at 1446 McKee Road, filed by Joe Burden Jr. The violation is under the city's fire prevention code for maintaining a known violation or hazard. The board will decide whether to uphold, modify, or dismiss the citation and fines.

• Appeal of citation and fines for property at 1446 McKee Road
• Violation cited under Dover Code Chapter 46, Section 46-8 (maintaining a known violation or hazard)
• Appellant: Joe Burden Jr.
• Meeting held virtually via WebEx with public dial-in and link provided

Downtown Dover Partnership Board

The Downtown Dover Partnership Board of Directors is meeting via Zoom to review routine business including January minutes, a police report, and updates from committees and staff. The board will discuss property updates at 108 W. Loockerman, the annual report, board nominations, and the Downtown Dover Strategic Master Plan, plus legislative and city updates. The agenda is largely procedural and informational, with no major votes or contracts listed.

• Police report by Officer Aviles
• Property updates for 108 W. Loockerman
• Downtown Dover Strategic Master Plan discussion
• Board nominations
• Legislative update from Senator Trey Paradee

Home Events

The Dover Planning Commission tabled the Caliber Car Wash site plan at 280 Cowgill Street until DelDOT provides traffic recommendations, and recommended approval to City Council for the annexation and rezoning of 166 Mifflin Road. The commission also approved a minor subdivision at 508 Acorn Lane and approved the revised agenda and January minutes.

• Tabled S-22-01 Caliber Car Wash at 280 Cowgill Street until DelDOT traffic recommendations are provided (6-0).
• Recommended approval to City Council for AX-22-01 annexation and rezoning of 166 Mifflin Road to R-8 with SWPOZ (6-0).
• Approved SB-22-02 minor subdivision at 508 Acorn Lane into three lots (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 the agenda and minutes, elect an OPEB chair, and review quarterly performance reports for the General Employee, Police, and OPEB plans ending December 31, 2021. The board will also review infrastructure options presented by Millman. Staff recommends acceptance of the quarterly reports.

• Election of chair for OPEB board
• Quarterly performance review of General Employee Pension Plan (Q4 2021)
• Quarterly performance review of Police Pension Plan (Q4 2021)
• Quarterly performance review of OPEB Plan (Q4 2021)
• Review of infrastructure options by Millman

The joint pension boards approved quarterly performance reviews for all three plans and accepted a portfolio diversification plan (Plan B) that moves 5% into infrastructure for the Police and General Employee Pension Plans. They also selected Frontier as the investment manager for those two plans. The OPEB Board tabled its investment scenario decision for six months.

• Adopted the meeting agenda unanimously.
• Adopted the minutes of the August 12, 2021 joint meeting unanimously.
• Elected Kristina Deakins as Chair of the OPEB Board unanimously.
• Accepted the Quarterly Performance Review for the General Employee Pension Plan unanimously.
• Accepted the Quarterly Performance Review for the Police Pension Plan unanimously.
• Accepted the Quarterly Performance Review for the OPEB Plan unanimously.
• Approved diversifying the portfolio (Plan B, 5% to infrastructure) for the Police Pension Plan unanimously.
• Approved diversifying the portfolio (Plan B, 5% to infrastructure) for the General Employee Pension Plan unanimously.

Historic District Commission

The Dover Historic District Commission meeting scheduled for February 17, 2022, has been cancelled because there were no agenda items to address. The next meeting is scheduled for March 17, 2022. This notice contains no decisions or discussions.

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

DDP Economic Development and Restructuring Committee

The DDP Economic Vitality Committee will review the January 2022 draft minutes and provide an update on the Master Plan. The meeting includes an executive session featuring a presentation by Tevebaugh Architecture regarding a New Family Court.

• Master Plan Update
• New Family Court presentation by Tevebaugh Architecture
• Property discussion

Board of Adjustment

The regular Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for Wednesday, February 16, 2022, at 9:00 AM in City Hall Council Chambers has been cancelled. The next scheduled meeting will be held on Wednesday, March 16, 2022, at 9:00 AM. No other business is listed on this agenda.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting: March 16, 2022 at 9:00 AM

DDP Parking Committee

The scheduled meeting for the DDP Parking and Safety Committee on Wednesday, February 16, 2022, was cancelled. The next meeting date is currently undetermined.

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee meeting scheduled for February 15, 2022, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for March 15, 2022.

City Council Meetings

The Dover City Council is holding a special virtual meeting to consider personnel matters. The agenda consists of adopting the agenda, recessing into executive session to discuss personnel, and adjourning. This is a procedural meeting with no public action items listed.

• Executive session pursuant to 29 Del. C. §10004(b)(9) for personnel matters
• Virtual meeting via WebEx with dial-in and online access

Council Committee of the Whole

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

• Meeting cancelled

City Council Meetings

The City Council will vote on a consent agenda that includes the annexation of 166 Mifflin Road and the reclassification of Public Works and Water Wastewater director positions. The council will also decide on a $268,452 contract for a diesel-powered street sweeper and a policy granting four hours of administrative leave to staff who receive the COVID-19 booster vaccine. Additionally, the council will review proposed amendments to the City Charter, which the committee recommended be referred back to staff.

• Annexation of 166 Mifflin Road, owned by Ernestine Huff
• Award of Bid #22-0020PW for a 7.3 cubic yard street sweeper to THC Enterprises, Inc. for $268,452
• Reclassification of Public Works Director and Director of Water Wastewater positions
• Allocation of four hours of administrative leave to staff who receive the COVID-19 booster vaccine
• Referral of proposed amendments to the City of Dover Charter back to staff

The Council approved the consent agenda, which included the annexation of 166 Mifflin Road and the award of a $268,452 contract for a diesel-powered street sweeper to THC Enterprises, Inc. t/a Mid-Atlantic Waste Systems. The Council also accepted the 2021 Downtown Dover Partnership Annual Report and approved a booster vaccine incentive for city staff. Proposed amendments to the City Charter were referred back to staff for further consideration.

• Approved the consent agenda, including the annexation of 166 Mifflin Road and the award of the street sweeper contract.
• Awarded contract for City of Dover 7.3 Cubic Yard Volumetric Capacity Street Sweeper #22-0020PW to THC Enterprises, Inc. t/a Mid-Atlantic Waste Systems for $268,452.
• Approved the annexation of 166 Mifflin Road, owned by Ernestine Huff.
• Approved a booster vaccine incentive granting four hours of administrative leave to staff who receive or have received the COVID-19 booster vaccine, to be used before June 30, 2022.
• Accepted the 2021 Annual Report from the Downtown Dover Partnership.
• Approved the minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of January 24, 2022.
• Referred proposed amendments to the City of Dover Charter back to staff for consideration.
• Accepted the Council Committee of the Whole Report and monthly reports for December 2021.

DDP Merchant Committee

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

• February 10, 2022 meeting cancelled
• Next meeting: March 10, 2022 at 8:30 a.m.
• Location to be determined

City Council Meetings

This is a special council meeting with a single substantive item: a closed executive session to discuss personnel matters regarding the interim City Manager and City Planner positions, followed by potential action. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no public hearings or other business items listed.

• Executive session under 29 Del. C. §10004(b)(9) for personnel matters
• Discussion of Interim City Manager position
• Discussion of City Planner position
• Potential action following executive session

At a special meeting, Dover City Council unanimously appointed Dave S. Hugg III as permanent City Manager at a salary of $150,000, effective immediately. The council also dissolved the City Manager Search Committee. Dawn Melson-Williams remains 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 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)

Police Athletic League (PAL) Committee

The committee will discuss program updates and new business regarding the PAL program. The agenda also includes discussions on old business and strategic planning.

• PAL program updates/new business
• Old business discussion
• Strategic planning session

DDP Design Committee

The Dover Design Committee meets to discuss downtown appearance improvements, including updates on the merchant holiday window contest and facade grants, a policy discussion on signage, and planning for spring cleanup of trees, parking lots, and trash cans. The committee will also discuss new downtown banners and DSU incorporation. The meeting is routine business with no major decisions expected.

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

City Council Meetings

This special City Council meeting has been postponed until February 10, 2022 at 5:15 PM. When held, the council plans to recess into executive session to discuss personnel matters regarding the Interim City Manager and City Planner positions, with potential action following the session.

• Meeting postponed from Feb. 3 to Feb. 10, 2022
• Executive session under 29 Del. C. §10004(b)(9) for personnel matters
• Discussion of Interim City Manager and City Planner positions
• Potential action resulting from executive session

Development Advisory Committee (DAC)

The Dover Development Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to review four development applications: an annexation and rezoning at 166 Mifflin Road, a conditional use for an apartment at 773 South Queen Street, a minor subdivision at 508 Acorn Lane, and a site plan for a car wash at 280 Cowgill Street. The committee provides technical review and comments; no final decisions are made at this 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 office space to an apartment at 773 South Queen Street
• Minor subdivision of 2.455 acres into three lots at 508 Acorn Lane
• Site plan for a 3,500 SF self-service car wash at 280 Cowgill Street, including demolition of existing auto repair shop

DDP Merchant Committee

The Dover Downtown Partnership Merchant Committee is meeting via Zoom to approve December minutes, take public comments, and hold a brainstorming session on Capital Key Program promotions. The meeting is largely procedural and idea-sharing, with no formal votes or financial decisions listed.

• Capital Key Promotion brainstorming session
• Approval of December meeting minutes
• Public comments period
• Determination of next meeting date

Downtown Dover Partnership Board

The Downtown Dover Partnership Board meets via Zoom to review routine updates including a police report, property updates for the Dover Interfaith Mission for Housing, and the Downtown Dover Strategic Master Plan. Committee, legislative, city, and other reports are also on the agenda. This is a standard monthly business meeting with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Police report from Officer Al Aviles
• Property update on Dover Interfaith Mission for Housing (DIMH)
• Downtown Dover Strategic Master Plan update
• Legislative updates from Senator Trey Paradee and Representative Bill Bush
• Reports from Bayhealth, Delaware State University, Kent County Tourism, and Kent Economic Development

Ethics Commission

The Dover Ethics Commission is meeting to review findings and potentially take action. The agenda includes a closed executive session to discuss personnel or privacy-protected documents, followed by a possible decision on the review. No other substantive items are listed.

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

Council Committee of the Whole

The Dover City Council Committee of the Whole is meeting virtually to discuss and potentially act on several items: an annexation request for 166 Mifflin Road, a bid award for a new street sweeper, a staff incentive for COVID-19 boosters, proposed charter amendments, and updates on safety and transportation. The agenda includes staff recommendations for each item, but no final decisions are made at this committee level.

• Annexation request for 166 Mifflin Road, owned by Ernestine Huff
• Bid award recommendation for diesel street sweeper to THC Enterprises, Inc. t/a Mid-Atlantic Waste Systems for $268,452 (Bid #22-0020PW)
• Proposal to give staff four extra vacation hours for receiving COVID-19 booster vaccine, must be used by June 30, 2022
• Proposed amendments to the City of Dover Charter, including a resolution to the General Assembly
• Discussion of Delaware State University security update and Safety Advisory and Transportation Committee goals for 2022

The minutes record only the adjournment of the Council Committee of the Whole meeting at 8:00 p.m. on January 25, 2022, with no substantive decisions, approvals, or discussions documented in the provided text.

City Council Meetings

The City Council will vote on a consent agenda including minutes and a revenue report, and appoint Joan E. Denney to the Planning Commission. The primary substantive item is the award of a $149,000 contract to Duffield Associates to update the City of Dover Wastewater System Master Plan. The meeting also includes a presentation on common code enforcement violations and a Black History Month proclamation.

• Award $149,000 contract to Duffield Associates for Wastewater System Master Plan update (RFP #22-0017WW)
• Appoint Joan E. Denney as Third District Representative to the Planning Commission
• Adopt minutes from January 10, 2022 meetings
• Review Quarterly Revenue Report as of December 31, 2021
• Present on Code Enforcement Common Violations

The Dover City Council approved a $149,000 contract with Duffield Associates to update the city's wastewater system master plan. The council also accepted the quarterly revenue report, appointed Joan E. Denney to the Planning Commission, and adopted the consent agenda and prior meeting minutes. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved $149,000 contract to Duffield Associates for wastewater 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 is meeting virtually to review a referred fence permit for a property in the historic district, along with routine items like minutes and reports. The main action is deciding whether to approve an 8-foot black aluminum fence at 502-506 South State Street, which requires architectural review certification.

• Review of fence permit #21-1556 for 8-foot black aluminum fence at 502-506 S. State Street
• Adoption of minutes from November 18, 2021
• Summary of applications for 2020 and 2021
• Summary of Architectural Review Certificates for 2021

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, amended from the requested 8 feet. The decision was unanimous (4-0). The commission also approved the agenda and minutes from the November 18, 2021 meeting, and received staff reports on 2021 permit activity.

• Approved fence permit #21-1556 as amended, allowing a 6-foot black aluminum fence at 502-506 S. State Street (4-0)
• Approved the agenda as amended (4-0)
• Approved the minutes of the November 18, 2021 meeting (4-0)
• Adjourned the meeting (4-0)

DDP Economic Development and Restructuring Committee

The Economic Vitality Committee will meet via Zoom to discuss business retention and recruitment, including a pop-up shop program and new programs for 2022, plus an update on the Downtown Dover Master Plan. The agenda also includes approval of July 2021 minutes, other business, and public comments. No votes or specific dollar amounts are listed.

• Last Minute Shoppers Pop-Up program update
• New business retention and recruitment programs
• Recruitment plans for 2022
• Downtown Dover Master Plan update
• Approval of July 2021 meeting minutes

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

DDP Parking Committee

The Dover DDP Parking Committee's Safety Working Group is meeting to review routine items like minutes and updates from the police and other committees. They will also discuss old business, including the 32 W. Loockerman Street step project and a ring camera project, and new business such as recommendations for the HELP Initiative commercial assessments and selecting a new committee chair.

• 32 W. Loockerman Street Step Project
• Ring Camera Project
• HELP Initiative commercial assessments
• Safety training session survey results
• New committee chair discussion

Home Events

The City of Dover Planning Commission meets virtually to review two new applications: 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. The commission will also adopt minutes from December 20, 2021, and report on 2021 application tallies.

• Public hearing for SB-22-01: Minor Subdivision Plan for 1601 POW/MIA Parkway to split 37.447 acres into two parcels
• Public hearing for C-22-01: Conditional Use Site Plan for 725 Walker Road to convert a 4,729 SF office building into a daycare for 63 children
• Adoption of minutes from the December 20, 2021 meeting
• Report on 2021 application tallies

The Dover Planning Commission approved a minor subdivision plan for the property at 1601 POW/MIA Parkway, splitting it into two lots. It also approved a conditional use site plan for a daycare center at 725 Walker Road. Both approvals were unanimous (8-0). The meeting was held virtually due to the COVID-19 state of emergency.

• Approved minor subdivision SB-22-01 at 1601 POW/MIA Parkway (8-0)
• Approved conditional use C-22-01 for Kind Kids Early Learning Center daycare at 725 Walker Road (8-0)
• Adopted resolution honoring Kelli Leiter Lord's service on the Planning Commission (voice vote)
• Approved meeting agenda (7-0)
• Approved December 20, 2021 meeting minutes (7-0)

DDP Merchant Committee

The Merchants Committee Meeting scheduled for Thursday, January 13, 2022, has been cancelled. The next meeting is set for Thursday, 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 for next meeting to be determined

DDP Design Committee

The Design Committee meeting scheduled for Wednesday, January 12, 2022, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, February 9, 2022.

Construction and Property Maintenance Code Board of Appeals

The Construction and Property Maintenance Code Board of Appeals will review two specific appeals of citations and fines. The meeting was rescheduled from January 4, 2022, due to inclement weather and will be held in-person with virtual access. No other substantive items 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)

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee meeting scheduled for January 11, 2022, has been canceled. The next meeting is set for February 15, 2022. No agenda items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting canceled for January 11, 2022
• Next meeting scheduled for February 15, 2022

Council Committee of the Whole

The Dover Council Committee of the Whole will discuss several items, including an update to the Wastewater System Master Plan, a proposal to reclassify Public Works and Water/Wastewater directors, the draft Comprehensive Annual Financial Report, a training and travel policy review, potential charter changes, and a booster vaccine incentive for staff. The Parks, Recreation, and Community Enhancement Committee has no actionable items on the agenda.

• Evaluation of proposals for updating the City of Dover Wastewater System Master Plan
• Reclassification of Public Works Director and Director of Water Wastewater, moving General Fund Engineering & Inspections and DPW capital projects to DWW
• Draft Comprehensive Annual Financial Report acceptance
• Review of Training, Conference, and Travel Policy
• Booster vaccine incentive: 4 additional vacation hours for staff who receive booster, to be used by June 30, 2022

City Council Meetings

The Dover City Council is holding a special meeting that will immediately recess into executive session to discuss three items: potential litigation, negotiations with the Capital School District, and interim appointments. No public business or decisions are scheduled on the open agenda, and any action resulting from the closed session would occur afterward.

• Executive session on potential litigation
• Negotiations with Capital School District
• Update on interim appointments
• Virtual meeting via WebEx with dial-in and link provided

The Dover City Council held a special meeting on January 10, 2022, and unanimously approved retaining Milliman Inc. to audit the city's pension plan. The decision was made after an executive session. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved retaining Milliman Inc. to audit the City of Dover's Pension Plan (unanimous)

City Council Meetings

The Dover City Council is meeting to consider routine consent agenda items, including awarding a $57,480 contract for Silver Lake Dam repairs and approving a police pension election. They will also hold a first reading of an ordinance to rezone 166 Mifflin Road from RS-1 to R-8, with a public hearing scheduled for March 14, 2022. The meeting includes an open forum for public comments.

• Award contract to Mar-Allen Concrete Products, Inc. for Silver Lake Dam repairs, Bid #22-0016PW, $57,480
• Approve grant and purchases for medical professional positions (Police Chief recommendation)
• Confirm police pension election for Retired Sergeant Steve Rogers, term to expire January 31, 2025
• First reading of Ordinance #2022-01 to rezone 166 Mifflin Road from RS-1 to R-8 with SWPOZ
• Authorize retention of American Rescue Plan Act counsel - Barnes & Thornburg

The Dover City Council approved a $57,480 contract for Silver Lake Dam repairs and authorized retaining Barnes & Thornburg as counsel for American Rescue Plan Act funds. They also accepted a consent agenda including routine reports and a police pension election confirmation, and referred an annexation/rezoning request for 166 Mifflin Road to committees and a public hearing.

• Approved $57,480 contract to Mar-Allen Concrete Products for Silver Lake Dam repairs (unanimous)
• Approved grant and contract to Dover Behavioral Health Systems for medical professional positions (unanimous)
• Authorized retaining Barnes & Thornburg as ARPA counsel (unanimous)
• Referred annexation/rezoning of 166 Mifflin Road to Utility Committee, Planning Commission, and public hearing (unanimous)
• Adopted consent agenda including monthly reports and police pension election confirmation (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of December 13, 2021 special and regular meetings (unanimous)
• Adopted Tribute #2022-01 honoring William Harrison Daisey, Sr. (unanimous)

Development Advisory Committee (DAC)

The Development Advisory Committee (DAC) will hold an applicant meeting to review and comment on two applications ahead of the Planning Commission meeting on January 18, 2022. The applications are a minor subdivision at 1601 POW/MIA Parkway and a conditional use site plan to convert an office building into a daycare at 725 Walker Road. Public comment is not accepted at this meeting; it will be taken at the Planning Commission meeting.

• SB-22-01: Minor subdivision of 37.447 acres into two parcels at 1601 POW/MIA Parkway (Lot 1: 29.297 acres, Lot 2: 8.150 acres)
• C-22-01: Conditional use to convert 4,729 SF office building into a child daycare center for 63 children at 725 Walker Road
• Property zoned IPM (Industrial Park Manufacturing) for subdivision; C-1A (Limited Commercial) for daycare
• Owner of record: Four M Investments VII, LLC (subdivision); 725 Walker Road LLC pending sale to Bluegrass Investments, LLC (daycare)
• DAC meeting held in-person and via WebEx; public comment only at Planning Commission meeting

City Council Meetings

The Police Athletic League (PAL) Committee is holding a regular meeting to discuss program updates, old business, strategic planning, and announcements. The agenda is procedural with no specific action items listed.

• PAL program updates and new business
• Old business review
• Strategic planning discussion
• Announcements

Construction and Property Maintenance Code Board of Appeals

The Construction and Property Maintenance Code Board of Appeals will hold a virtual meeting to consider two appeals of property maintenance citations and fines. The first involves a door violation at 220 Trafalgar Drive, and the second involves vegetation and tree issues at 333 Cold Spring Place. The board will decide whether to uphold or overturn the citations.

• Appeal of citation and fines for door violation at 220 Trafalgar Drive (Yerkes Tecson)
• Appeal of citation and fines for dead/diseased tree removal, vegetation height, and accessory structure issues at 333 Cold Spring Place (Michael Vicks)