ANNUAL COUNCIL MEETING
The Annual Council Meeting was held on May 8, 2006 at 7:30 p.m. with Mayor Speed presiding. Council members present were Council President Williams, Mr. Carey, Mrs. Russell, Mr. Sadusky, Mr. Slavin, Mr. Hogan, Mr. Salters, and Mr. Ruane. Mr. Ritter was absent.
Council staff members present were Police Chief Horvath, Mr. Capuano, Mrs. Mitchell, Mrs. Townshend, Fire Chief Bashista, Mr. DePrima, City Solicitor Rodriguez, and Mrs. Green.
The invocation was given by Reverend John G. Moore, Sr., followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.
AGENDA ADDITIONS/DELETIONS
Mr. Carey moved for approval of the agenda, seconded by Mr. Hogan and unanimously carried.
ADOPTION OF MINUTES - REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OF APRIL 24, 2006
The Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of April 24, 2006 were unanimously approved by motion of Mr. Hogan, seconded by Mr. Salters and bore the written approval of Mayor Speed.
RESOLUTION/PRESENTATION - ROBERT M. SADUSKY
The City Clerk read the following Resolution into the record:
WHEREAS, Robert M. Sadusky began serving the City of Dover as a member of the City’s Planning Commission on August 11, 1997, until resigning when elected as Councilman of the Second District of the City of Dover - a position he served with distinction from May 10, 2004 through May 8, 2006; and
WHEREAS, during his term in office, Robert M. Sadusky served as Chairman of the Parks, Recreation, and Community Enhancement Committee, and as a member of the Utility Committee, the Consolidated Plan Advisory Group, the Construction Code Board of Appeals, and the Assessment Appeals Committee; and
WHEREAS, Robert M. Sadusky served with gentle sincerity and a commitment to assure that a high quality of life would be preserved for the residents during a period of rapid growth, which has contributed greatly to the betterment of the City and its residents.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and Council recognize that Robert M. Sadusky will be sorely missed and express their sincere appreciation to him and his family for the dedicated years of service and personal sacrifices made on behalf of City of Dover.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Mayor and Council wish Councilman Sadusky and his family success in all future endeavors and direct the City Clerk to make this resolution a part of the permanent records of the City of Dover as a lasting symbol of appreciation and gratitude to Robert M. Sadusky.
ADOPTED: MAY 8, 2006
Mr. Carey moved for adoption of the Resolution, seconded by Mr. Salters and unanimously carried.
Mayor Speed and members of Council presented Councilman Sadusky with the Resolution, a Dover Cup, and a Key to the City. Mr. Sadusky thanked the residents of Dover for giving him the opportunity to serve. He enjoyed working with the Mayor, Council, and City Staff, relaying special appreciation to the City Clerk’s Office for their assistance during his term in office. Relaying his “parting words of wisdom”, Mr. Sadusky requested that efforts be made in “keeping our beautiful City solvent.”
OATHS OF OFFICE - CITY COUNCIL
The Honorable Henry duPont Ridgely, Justice of the Supreme Court, administered the Oath of Office to members of City Council, as follows:
Mayor - Stephen R. Speed
Council - First District - Beverly C. Williams
Council - Second District - William P. McGlumphy
Council - Third District - Timothy A. Slavin
Council - Fourth District - Sophia R. Russell
ELECTION OF COUNCIL PRESIDENT/VICE-MAYOR
Mr. Slavin moved for the appointment of Beverly C. Williams to serve as Council President/Vice-Mayor for 2006/2007, seconded by Mr. Ruane and carried with Mr. Carey and Mr. McGlumphy voting no.
RECESS
Mr. Slavin moved to recess to take photographs of the Mayor and members of City Council, seconded by Mr. Hogan and unanimously carried.
Meeting recessed at 7:51 p.m. and reconvened at 8:03 p.m., with Mayor Speed presiding. Council members present were Council President Williams, Mr. Carey, Mrs. Russell, Mr. McGlumphy, Mr. Slavin, Mr. Hogan, Mr. Salters, and Mr. Ruane. Mr. Ritter was absent.
CONSENT AGENDA
Mayor Speed noted that during the recess, members were provided with details regarding agenda item #14 - Committee Appointments by Council President and item #15 - Miscellaneous Appointments by Council President and requested that they be included in the Consent Agenda.
Mr. Carey moved to add items #14 and #15 to the Consent Agenda, seconded by Mr. Hogan and unanimously carried.
Mr. Slavin requested that item #11A - Authorization to Purchase Reverse 911 Telephone System be removed from the Consent Agenda.
Mr. Carey moved for approval of the Consent Agenda, as amended, seconded by Mr. Hogan and carried by a unanimous roll call vote (Mr. Ritter absent).
PROCLAMATION - MILITARY SPOUSE APPRECIATION DAY
The Assistant City Clerk read the following Proclamation into the record:
WHEREAS, former President Ronald Reagan established Military Spouse Appreciation Day in 1984 and it has become a nationally recognized observance in May; and
WHEREAS, military spouses must endure hardship resulting from separation from their loved ones, added responsibilities of maintaining home and family, and stress from not knowing the fate of the troops overseas; and
WHEREAS, military spouses should be applauded for their continued support and patriotism while the difficulties they face show no mercy and do not discriminate among ranks; and
WHEREAS, it is through the strength of our military spouses that our troops are able to accept their deployment, knowing the courage of their spouses will prevail and that the prayers of not only their spouses but all their supporters will help them get through the darkest of times.
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NOW, THEREFORE, I, STEPHEN R. SPEED, MAYOR OF THE CITY OF DOVER, DELAWARE, do hereby proclaim Thursday, May 11, 2006 as MILITARY SPOUSE APPRECIATION DAY and encourage all citizens to be cognizant of the plight of military spouses and show support by offering friendship, empathy and understanding, realizing that they, too, are making daily sacrifices for their country.
PROCLAMATION - FOSTER CARE MONTH
The Assistant City Clerk read the following Proclamation into the record:
WHEREAS, the family serves as the nucleus by which the elements of love, identity, self-esteem and support are embedded in children at an early age; and
WHEREAS, thousands of children do not have stable homes but are fortunately able to be adopted or placed in loving foster homes where they are provided with safety, security and a nurturing environment; and
WHEREAS, Delaware statistics currently show that only 35 percent of children needing foster care can be placed due to the lack of licensed homes in which to place them, and foster families often adopt foster children resulting in a greater need for more foster families; and
WHEREAS, citizens, public and private organization work to increase public awareness of the needs of children in foster care and those leaving, and the work done by these groups is invaluable because the foster care system is only as good as those who choose to be a part of it.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, STEPHEN R. SPEED, MAYOR OF THE CITY OF DOVER, DELAWARE, do hereby proclaim the month of May 2006 as FOSTER CARE MONTH and urge all citizens to take an active role in the positive development of a child by offering their homes to a child in need, helping foster parents with the children in their care, and assisting child welfare professionals during the month of May to ensure a life of stability for our nation’s children in foster care.
RESOLUTION/PRESENTATION - RETIREMENT OF JANICE C. GREEN, CITY CLERK
The Assistant City Clerk read the following Resolution into the record:
WHEREAS, Janice C. Green has been a faithful employee of the City of Dover since May 14, 1981, and has served as Administrative Assistant to the Finance Director, Administrative Assistant to the City Clerk, and Assistant City Clerk/Treasurer; and
WHEREAS, in recognition of her outstanding abilities and perseverance, Janice C. Green was appointed as City Clerk to the Mayor and Council on April 25, 1998, a position she held with distinction until her retirement on May 16, 2006; and
WHEREAS, Janice C. Green has effectively served for the past twenty-five years as the City of Dover’s professional link between the City Council and its Committees, its citizens, staff, and other state and local governing bodies; and
WHEREAS, Janice C. Green excelled in dealing with the public and her exemplary performance has earned her an impressive reputation for her responsiveness to the needs of the citizens of Dover for information and assistance which has resulted in an excellent image for the Mayor, Council, and the entire City of Dover government; and
WHEREAS, Janice C. Green continually worked to ensure that City government was both understandable and accessible to its citizens by utilizing the latest technology, including the Internet; and that Council members could improve their personal effectiveness by using paperless packets and personal computers; and
WHEREAS, while performing her duties and responsibilities, Janice C. Green always displayed commitment and dedication to her community by performing every task to the best of her ability.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
1. The Mayor and Council recognize that Janice C. Green will be sorely missed and express their sincere gratitude to her and her family for the many years of dedicated service and personal sacrifices made on behalf of the City of Dover.
2. The Mayor and Council wish Janice C. Green and her family a happy and rewarding future.
3. The Mayor and Council direct the City Clerk to make this Resolution a part of the permanent record of the City of Dover as a lasting symbol of appreciation for the long and dedicated service of Janice C. Green.
ADOPTED: MAY 8, 2006
Mr. Carey moved for adoption of the Resolution, seconded by Mr. Salters and unanimously carried.
Mayor Speed presented Mrs. Janice C. Green with the Resolution and Dover Cup as a token of appreciation for her 25 years of dedicated service to the City of Dover. Mayor Speed expressed sincere congratulations and best wishes to Mrs. Green during her retirement.
Mrs. Green thanked God for the many blessings given to her and her family. She stated that although she is looking forward to retirement, she is a bit apprehensive leaving something that has been a part of her everyday life for so many years. She thanked the many Mayors, Council Presidents, members of Council, and City employees for the support given to her during her employment. She thanked her family for their support over the years and relayed her confidence in her successors in meeting the expectations of Council.
STATE OF THE CITY MESSAGE - MAYOR STEPHEN R. SPEED
Mayor Stephen R. Speed presented the State of the City Message (Exhibit #1) and gave a Power Point presentation.
FINAL READING - REZONING OF PROPERTY LOCATED NORTH OF BUT NOT ADJACENT TO COLLEGE ROAD, OWNED BY COLLEGE ROAD MANAGEMENT, INC., KENT STORAGE FACILITIES, LLC, AND LORALEX COMPANY LLC
A public hearing was held by City Council, during their Regular Meeting of April 24, 2006, on the rezoning of property located north of but not adjacent to College Road, north of Raymond Street and east of the railroad corridor and Railroad Avenue with the eastern boundary of the subject area being the St. Jones River, consisting of four (4) parcels, containing 30.776+/- acres, owned by College Road Management, Inc., Kent Storage Facilities, LLC, and Loralex Company, LLC. The property is currently zoned RS-1 - Single Family Residential and RMH - Residential Manufactured Home (Kent County) and the proposed zoning is M - Manufacturing (City of Dover).
After the public hearing, members of City Council deferred action on the rezoning of the property to allow for detailed information to be provided on the allocation of current zoning classifications assigned by the County. As requested, staff provided members with maps which depicted the current zoning classifications as well as the approximate location of wetlands for these parcels of land.
The Planning Commission recommended that the zoning classification of this property be approved M - Manufacturing.
Mr. Hogan moved for approval of the rezoning request, as recommended by the Planning Commission. The motion was seconded by Mr. Carey and by a roll call vote of five (5) yes, three (3) no (Mrs. Russell, Mr. McGlumphy, Mr. Salters), and one (1) absent (Mr. Ritter), Council adopted the following ordinance: (The First Reading of this ordinance was accomplished during the Council Meeting of February 13, 2006)
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE AND ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF DOVER BY CHANGING THE ZONING DESIGNATION OF PROPERTY LOCATED NORTH OF BUT NOT ADJACENT TO COLLEGE ROAD, NORTH OF RAYMOND STREET AND EAST OF THE RAILROAD CORRIDOR AND RAILROAD AVENUE WITH THE EASTERN BOUNDARY OF THE SUBJECT AREA BEING THE ST. JONES RIVER.
WHEREAS, the City of Dover has enacted a zoning ordinance regulating the use of property within the limits of the City of Dover; and
WHEREAS, it is deemed in the best interest of zoning and planning to change the permitted use of property described below from IG - General Industrial, RS-1 - Single Family Residential, and RMH - Residential Manufactured Home (Kent County zoning classifications) to M - Manufacturing (City of Dover zoning classification).
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
1. That from and after the passage and approval of this ordinance the Zoning Map and Zoning Ordinance of the City of Dover has been amended by changing the zoning designation from IG, RS-1, and RMH (Kent County zoning classifications) to M (City of Dover zoning classification) on that property located north of but not adjacent to College Road, north of Raymond Street and east of the railroad corridor and Railroad Avenue with the eastern boundary of the subject area being the St. Jones River, consisting of four (4) parcels containing 30.776+/- acres, owned by College Road Management, Inc., Kent Storage Facilities, LLC, and Loralex Company, LLC.
ADOPTED: MAY 8, 2006
UTILITY COMMITTEE REPORT - APRIL 24, 2006
The Utility Committee met on April 24, 2006 with Chairman Carey presiding.
Annexation Request - Property Located at 1600 North Little Creek Road, Owned by Christopher J. And Rebecca R. Raubacher
Members were provided the Petition to Annex and Zone Property for property located at 1600 North Little Creek Road, consisting of 2.124+/- acres, owned by Christopher J. and Rebecca R. Raubacher.
Staff assured members that the City is capable of providing utilities to the parcel, explaining that the cost-revenue analysis showed a positive cash flow to the City in the amount of approximately $3,134 over ten (10) years. Staff recommended annexation of the property.
Responding to Mr. Ruane, Mr. Koenig explained that the lands are identified for annexation and designated as residential in the Comprehensive Plan; however, the plan text allows analysis of surrounding land uses in determining zoning designation regardless of the map designation. The zoning classification will be reviewed by the Planning Commission and a recommendation submitted to Council for their consideration after the public hearing.
The committee recommended adoption of a resolution setting the annexation referendum for property located at 1600 North Little Creek Road, consisting of 2.124+/- Acres, owned by Christopher J. and Rebecca R. Raubacher (City Clerk’s Office Note: Due to time constraints, the adoption of this Resolution was considered by City Council during their Regular Meeting of April 24, 2006).
Bayard Avenue Water Main Project - Time and Cost Estimate
During a Special Utility Committee Meeting on April 10, 2006, members reviewed a request for budget increases for Division Street and Bayard Avenue Water Main Projects. The committee recommended and Council approved, during a meeting held later that same evening, that staff confirm time and cost estimates for the Bayard Avenue Project and bring to Council in two (2) weeks.
Mr. DePrima explained that after meeting with City Engineers, staff has determined that there may be alternatives more advantageous for the City, financially, to solve the brown water problems in the Bayard Avenue area. He stated that there have been two (2) recent events that may be a part of this resolution which were not known when the pipe replacement work was being performed. He advised members that during this last flushing session, staff discovered a valve that was shut off, which was causing water to go through Bayard Avenue and the surrounding neighborhood at a high velocity instead of going in two (2) different directions. This valve has been turned back on which will slow and allow the water to travel towards the Capital Complex. Another thing discovered during this flushing, was the need to add a hydrant much further south going towards The Laurels and The Beaches in order to perform routine flushing. Without the hydrant, staff was not able to flush that particular water line.
Prior to replacing the 14 inch pipe with 16 inch pipe as previously proposed, Mr. DePrima felt that the problems may be resolved as a result of opening the valve and the ability to flush further down the system and suggested that staff first determine if there are less complaints as a result of these alternatives. If there are less complaints received, staff would prefer to use the pipe that has been purchased as suggested in the Black & Veatch Study. Mr. DePrima explained that the study indicates that the City’s system does not allow enough contact time between chlorination injection stating that there should be about 5 minutes before chlorination gets into whole water system. This is done by creating a big tank to allow contact time with water before going into the system or by building a maze to allow this water to travel before going into the system. Engineers have developed a design for the Bayard Avenue and staff would use the new pipe for this purpose. Mr. DePrima stated that these actions would possibly resolve the brown water problem. The Black & Veatch Study indicates the need for these contact areas to be built.
Mr. Ruane indicated confusion regarding the monies already approved and those that are needed for these new purposes. Responding, Mr. DePrima explained that the boring and material costs would be an additional $168,000. The action at the last meeting authorized staff to pay George & Lynch to finish the Division Street Project to Bayard Avenue. The pipe already purchased for the Bayard Avenue would be installed by City crews. He reminded members that the direction for staff was to advise Council how much it would cost to complete the Bayard Avenue Project, which has been estimated at $168,000.
Mr. Ruane requested that staff reintroduce this explanation during the Council Meeting in a manner that will provide the public an understanding of the different efforts to be made by the City to address this matter. Concurring, Mr. DePrima stated that he would include a graphic to depict the location of the valve and hydrant and an idea of what one of these mazes.
The committee recommended that a presentation be provided by staff at the next Council Meeting, to include pictures and diagrams to help explain the issue and provide a better understanding that this will be an alternative to the direction given by Council during their meeting of April 10, 2006.
As directed, Mr. DePrima gave a presentation, including an aerial diagram of the project site, and further explained the changes in the plans for the Bayard Avenue Water Main Project.
Mr. Carey moved for approval of the committee’s recommendation and acceptance of the report on the Bayard Avenue Water Main Project (alternative to the direction given by Council during their meeting of April 10, 2006), seconded by Mr. Hogan and unanimously carried.
Internal Controls for Time and Material Projects
During a Special Utility Committee Meeting on April 10, 2006, members reviewed a request for budget increases for Division Street and Bayard Avenue Water Main Projects. The committee recommended and Council approved, during a meeting held later that same evening, that staff design internal controls for time and materials projects and bring to Council in two (2) weeks.
As directed, staff presented a procedure for Contracted Construction Project - Weekly Monitoring, which includes a monitoring report. Mr. DePrima noted as the procedure is utilized, he anticipates it will be necessary to make amendments to the procedure. He indicated that no action is necessary by the committee since he is authorized to institute such procedures as City Manager.
By consent agenda, Mr. Carey moved for acceptance of the Utility Committee Report, seconded by Mr. Hogan and carried by a unanimous roll call vote (Mr. Ritter absent).
SAFETY ADVISORY AND TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE REPORT - APRIL 25, 2006
The Safety Advisory and Transportation Committee met on April 25, 2006 with Chairman Hogan presiding.
Authorization to Purchase - Reverse 911 Telephone System (Police)
During their Regular Meeting of April 25, 2005, members of Council were provided a report outlining the best and most effective uses of various public notification systems, including the Reverse 911 Telephone System.
The Police Department researched different methods of mass telephone notifications available to public safety agencies and found that there are two different types of systems available. The first type is owned and operated by the company contracted for services and there is a charge for each call every time the system is used to make a mass notification. With the second type, Reverse 911, the user buys access to a block of phone lines, and makes calls using a computer mapping program that interfaces with an extensive address/phone directory. This system would be owned/operated by the Police Department and would be used to notify citizens of emergency situations, non-emergency situations and other items of public interest.
The concept of mass telephone notifications appeals to the Police Department because it will provide the Department the ability to notify a large number of citizens in a relatively short period of time regarding specific situations and will improve the Sex Offender Notification process. The mass telephone notifications will eliminate the necessity for officers to go door to door to notify the residents and businesses. Using the new system, the officers will select the area to be notified using the mapping program; tape the audio recording to be used for the notification, and send it out through the system. For those citizens who do not have access to telephones or do not wish to participate in the program, their notification will be completed as before. Staff believes most residents will want to participate based on the convenience, ease, and reliability of the system. The system can also be used by city government during brown-water notifications, power outages, and other incidents of importance to our citizens.
Staff recommended approval of the purchase of a Reverse 911 telephone system capable of making twenty-four hundred (2,400), thirty (30) second calls per minute. The Department is requesting to sole source this expenditure since Reverse 911 was the original company to offer this type of product. As the founder of this type of system, it holds several patents on the product and is the industry leader/standard. In addition, it makes sense to purchase Reverse 911 since there are several other agencies within the state already using the system, including the United States House of Representatives, as well as the Wilmington and New Castle Police Departments. The Rehoboth Beach Police Department is purchasing the system in the near future, and the Seaford Police Department has been inquiring about purchasing the system. This system is capable of interconnecting with other agencies using the same system, utilizing their phone lines for an even larger call volume. There is an annual fee for this module which could be jointly purchased and shared with the other agencies involved. Another vendor's product cannot offer nearly the same degree of capability or flexibility.
Members were advised that the Police Department obtained funding from a Criminal Justice Council grant program and federal funding to cover the cost of this system and was justified as an improvement for our Sex Offender Notification System. The only initial cost to the City is for one dedicated telephone line for the system. After the warranty period expires (after the third year), there will be a fixed price service contract ($4,728) that will never increase unless the number of ports on the system is increased.
The commitee recommended authorizing staff to purchase the Reverse 911 Telephone System in the amount of $53,584, using the Criminal Justice Council grant and federal funding, as recommended by staff.
Mr. Slavin relayed his appreciation to Chief Horvath, Mayor Speed, and the men and women of the Dover Police Department for obtaining the Reverse 911 Telephone System and the grant monies to funds its purchase.
Mr. Slavin moved for approval of the committee’s recommendation, seconded by Mr. Salters and unanimously carried.
Public Hearing - Parking of Boats, Motorhomes, Trailers, etc. in Residential Neighborhoods
During the Open Forum Segment of the Regular Council Meeting of April 10, 2006, many residents expressed concerns regarding enforcement of ordinances related to the parking of boats, motorhomes, trailers, etc. in residential neighborhoods. As a result, a public hearing was duly advertised for this time and place to determine if any ordinance amendments are warranted.
Mr. DePrima, City Manager, advised members that Article 6 - Off-street Parking, Driveways and Loading Facilities of the zoning ordinance regulates the parking of boats, motorhomes, trailers, etc. in residential neighborhoods.
Mr. Ritter expressed concern that there was not a clear definition for “screened” with reference to screening these vehicles from view. He also noted that lot size should be taken into consideration when developing screening requirements.
Mr. Ruane suggested that the Planning Department make a presentation on this issue and make a pro-active effort to educate the citizens on the ordinances and the availability of off-site storage for travel trailers.
A public hearing was held during the committee meeting with several residents voicing their opinions regarding the ordinances related to the parking of boats, motorhomes, trailers, etc. in residential neighborhoods.
As a result of the comments made, Mr. Hogan stated that it was apparent that a difficult situation has developed and proposed that a committee be formed, consisting of Council members, City Staff, and six (6) interested citizens, to review the ordinance and make recommendations for amendments that most residents can agree upon. He requested interested volunteers to contact the City Clerk’s Office.
During the committee meeting, it was also noted that the apparent issues for consideration are length, height, width, and gross weight of the vehicle, the difference between “screening” and “shielded from view”, whether the vehicle is properly registered, whether the vehicle should be parked on a paved or gravel surface, the use of variances, conditional use, or deed restrictions, how the setback line is defined, grand fathering existing properties, defining the right-of-way line and property lines, and consideration of the lot size.
The committee recommended the creation of an ad-hoc committee to gather information and define an ordinance that will work for everyone.
By consent agenda, Mr. Carey moved for approval of the committee’s recommendation, seconded by Mr. Hogan and carried by a unanimous roll call vote (Mr. Ritter absent).
By consent agenda, Mr. Carey moved for acceptance of the Safety Advisory and Transportation Committee Report, seconded by Mr. Hogan and carried by a unanimous roll call vote (Mr. Ritter absent).
2006 CDBG 5-YEAR CONSOLIDATED PLAN AND RESOLUTION
During their Regular Meeting of April 10, 2006, City Council approved the recommendation of the Consolidated Plan Advisory Group for approval of the following grant and program requests for the FY2006 CDBG Program: 1) Homeownership Assistance Program - $60,000; 2) CDBG Program Administration - $57,825; 3) Community Revitalization Infrastructure - $60,000; 4) Homeowner Rehabilitation Assistance Program - $61,300; 5) First State Resource Conservation and Development Council (RC&D) - $25,000; and Dover Community Partnership, Inc. (DCP) - $25,000.
Mrs. Harvey, Community Development Director, provided members with the proposed 2006Action Plan and Resolution. The Action Plan is a required HUD document that establishes a one year strategy for the CDBG program.
By consent agenda, Mr. Carey moved for approval of the 2006 CDBG Action Plan and adoption of the proposed Resolution, seconded by Mr. Hogan and by a unanimous roll call vote (Mr. Ritter absent), Council adopted the following Resolution:
WHEREAS, the City of Dover is entitled to $278,833 through the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development Community Development Block Grant program; and
WHEREAS, the City of Dover has prepared the 2006 Action Plan, in accordance with the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development guidelines, that serve as the primary planning document for identifying and meeting the housing and community development needs for the low and moderate-income residents of Dover; and
WHEREAS, the City of Dover is in favor of utilizing the Community Development Block Grant funds for the community development purposes in accordance with the National Community Development objectives of benefiting low and moderate income families, eliminating slums and blight, and meeting other community development objectives; and
WHEREAS, the United State Department of Housing and Urban Development requires the City of Dover to submit a Consolidated Plan and an Action Plan for Application for Federal Assistance including the proposed use of funds and including certain certifications and policies to obtain its $278,833 entitlement; and use of $10,292 in program income for eligible activities; and
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER APPROVE THE 2006 Community Development Block Grant Action Plan and application for Federal Assistance included in the Action Plan, along with certifications and policies attached and authorize its forwarding to the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development for consideration.
ADOPTED: MAY 8, 2006
COUNCIL APPOINTMENTS - 2006/2007
By consent agenda, Mr. Carey moved for approval of the Council Appointments for 2006/2007, seconded by Mr. Hogan and by a unanimous roll call vote (Mr. Ritter absent), the following appointments were made:
Building Inspector - Ann Marie Townshend
City Clerk - Janice C. Green (through May 16, 2006)
- Traci A. McDowell (effective May 17, 2006)
Assistant City Clerk - Traci A. McDowell (through May 16, 2006)
- Hollie M. Ford (effective May 17, 2006)
Fire Marshal - David J. Truax
City Planner - Ann Marie Townshend
City Solicitor - Nicholas H. Rodriguez
Deputy City Solicitor - William Pepper
Tax Assessor - Donald Capuano
Treasurer/Finance Director - Donna S. Mitchell
Assistant Treasurers - Janice C. Green (through May 16, 2006)
- Traci A. McDowell (effective May 17, 2006)
Traci A. McDowell (through May 16, 2006)
- Hollie M. Ford (effective May 17, 2006)
COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS - COUNCIL
By consent agenda, Mr. Carey moved for approval of the Committee Appointments for 2006/2007, seconded by Mr. Hogan and by a unanimous roll call vote (Mr. Ritter absent), the following appointments were made:
Legislative, Finance, & Administration Committee
Reuben Salters, Chairman
Kenneth L. Hogan
Timothy A. Slavin
Daniel Shevock (civilian member)
Dana T. Shelton (civilian member appointed by
Committee Chair)
Parks, Recreation, and Community Enhancement Committee
Eugene B. Ruane, Chairman
William P. McGlumphy
Sophia R. Russell
David A. Lewis, Jr. (civilian member)
Ann Horsey (civilian member appointed by
Committee Chair)
Safety Advisory and Transportation Committee
Kenneth L. Hogan, Chairman
Carleton E. Carey, Sr.
Robert G. Ritter, Jr.
Paul Lakeman (civilian member)
John Link (civilian member appointed by
Committee Chair)
Utility Committee
Carleton E. Carey, Sr., Chairman
Eugene B. Ruane
Timothy A. Slavin
Richard Snaman (civilian member)
Edgar Cregar (civilian member appointed by
Committee Chair)
Construction Code Board of Appeals
Eugene B. Ruane, Chairman
William P. McGlumphy
Civilian Pension Board
Kenneth L. Hogan
Eugene B. Ruane
Police Pension Board
Kenneth L. Hogan
Eugene B. Ruane
MISCELLANEOUS COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS - COUNCIL PRESIDENT
By consent agenda, Mr. Carey moved for approval of the Council Appointments for 2006/2007, seconded by Mr. Hogan and by a unanimous roll call vote (Mr. Ritter absent), the following appointments were made:
Liaison to Chamber of Commerce
and Greater Dover Committee
Stephen R. Speed, Mayor
Beverly C. Williams, Council President
Kent County Tourism
Beverly C. Williams
Liaison to Kent County (City/County Committee)
Stephen R. Speed, Mayor
Beverly C. Williams, Council President
Kenneth L. Hogan
Reuben Salters
Timothy A. Slavin
Anthony J. DePrima, City Manager
COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS - MAYOR
By consent agenda, Mr. Carey moved for approval of the Council Appointments for 2006/2007, seconded by Mr. Hogan and by a unanimous roll call vote (Mr. Ritter absent), the following appointments were made:
Dover 4th of July Celebration Committee
Ron Poliquin, President
John J. Friedman, Vice-President
Donna Mitchell, Treasurer
Dick Bundy, Military Liaison
Tim Slavin, Secretary
Elaine Brenchley
Jim Flood, Jr.
Ron Shomo, Musical Director
Steve Speed, Chairman (ex-officio member)
Dover Public Library Advisory Commission (Annual)
Councilman Eugene B. Ruane
Downtown Dover Development Corporation (Annual)
Councilman Carleton E. Carey
Councilman Reuben Salters
Councilman Timothy A. Slavin
Anthony DePrima, City Manager
Ann Marie Townshend, City Planner
Election Board (Three Year Term to Expire 5/2009)
Thomas J. Leary, First District Representative
Gerald P. Foss, Second District Representative
Housing Code Board of Appeals (Annual)
Rexene Ornauer, Representative of Homeowners
Charles Martin, Representative of Local Real Estate
Silver Lake Commission (Annual)
Tricia K. Arndt
Cheryl A. Biddle
Zachery Carter
David L. Edgell
Robert Gorkin
Dean Holden
Gordon Massey, Jr.
AUTHORIZATION SIGNATURE RESOLUTION
Due to the retirement of the City Clerk, Mrs. Green, effective May 17, 2006, members were provided a Resolution to change the authorized signatures for the City of Dover.
By consent agenda, Mr. Carey moved for approval of the Authorization Signature Resolution as presented. The motion was seconded by Mr. Hogan and by a unanimous roll call vote (Mr. Ritter absent), Council adopted the following Resolution:
WHEREAS, the City of Dover’s investment policy includes the investment of funds up to $100,000 per banking institution, investments in the State of Delaware Investment Pool and the purchase and sale of U.S. Treasury and agency securities; and
WHEREAS, the banking institutions, brokerage firms, trust companies and other various financial institutions require an Authorizing Resolution for the opening of accounts, and for purchasing, selling, transferring, assigning and handling securities;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the City of Dover, that the Treasurer and Assistant Treasurers are hereby authorized to open accounts with banking institutions and purchase, sell, transfer assignment and handle securities and that they are authorized to sign all related forms;
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the transactions in these accounts be carried out with any one signature; and
That, effective May 17, 2006, the following are the office holders authorized for these purposes, until further notice:
Donna S. Mitchell - Treasurer