REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
The Regular Council Meeting was held on June 23, 2003 at 7:30 p.m. with Council President McGlumphy presiding. Council members present were Mr. Carey, Mr. Pitts, Mrs. Williams, Mr. Truitt, Mr. Ritter, Mr. Speed, Mr. Salters, and Mr. Ruane.
Council staff members present were Police Chief Horvath, Mr. Cooper, Mr. Jorgenson, Deputy Fire Chief Boyer, Mr. DePrima, Deputy City Solicitor Pepper, Mrs. Green, and Mayor Hutchison.
OPEN FORUM
The Open Forum was held at 7:15 p.m., prior to commencement of the Official Council Meeting. Council President McGlumphy declared the Open Forum in session and reminded those present that Council is not in official session and cannot take formal action.
Mr. Eric O’Brien, 30 N. New Street, addressed members of Council regarding the deplorable living conditions in his neighborhood as a result of loitering and late-night noise. He advised members that he has contacted the Police Department on several occasions and feels his concerns are considered trivial and that police officers have threatened to arrest him for harassment if he continues to call them regarding his complaints. He presented members with a letter providing further details regarding his concerns (as on file in the Office of the City Clerk).
The invocation was given by Chaplain Dixon, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.
AGENDA ADDITIONS/DELETIONS
Mr. Speed requested the deletion of item #5-E, Consideration for Use of Actual Sales for Assessment of Real Property, since it was tabled at the committee meeting held earlier; Mr. Truitt requested that item #1, Adoption of Minutes - Regular Council Meeting of June 9, 2003, be deferred and considered after item #4; Council President McGlumphy requested that item #4, Recognition - Graduates of Leadership Central Delaware Class of 2003, be deferred until their meeting of July 14th.
Mr. Carey moved for approval of the agenda as amended, seconded by Mr. Speed and unanimously carried.
RESOLUTION/PRESENTATION - CITY OF DOVER SILVER MEDAL - JULIAN FREEMAN
The City Clerk read the following Resolution into the record:
WHEREAS, on May 11, 2003, Mother’s Day, an unthinkable act was committed, a newborn baby girl was given birth to and abandoned, nearly simultaneously; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Julian Freeman, age fourteen, a resident of Dover, and a seventh-grader at Central Middle School, at approximately 9:00 p.m., while “un-routinely” taking out the garbage, noticed an opened bag lying near the trash bin, then suddenly heard a cry come from it and discovered a newborn baby girl, later said to be approximately 4 hours old, lying helplessly inside; and
WHEREAS, the life and future of this infant is owed to Mr. Freeman; if not for him, the infant would have been too vulnerable to withstand the elements of the approaching night and would not have survived.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
1.That the Mayor and Council recognize that due to the actions of Mr. Julian Freeman on May 11, 2003, the life of an infant was saved.
2.In recognition of this act, the Mayor and Council award Mr. Freeman the City of Dover Silver Medal, and direct the City Clerk to make this Resolution a part of the permanent records of the City of Dover.
ADOPTED: JUNE 23, 2003
Mr. Carey moved for adoption of the Resolution, seconded by Mr. Salters and unanimously carried.
Mayor Hutchison, along with Council President McGlumphy, presented the Silver Medal to Julian Freeman.
PRESENTATION - RETIREMENT OF DR. WILLIAM B. DELAUDER, PRESIDENT OF DELAWARE STATE UNIVERSITY
Mayor Hutchison advised members that Dr. William B. DeLauder, President of Delaware State University, has announced his retirement after 16 years of dedicated service. As a result of his leadership, commitment, and devotion to education, the community has been fortunate to have the University in the City of Dover. On behalf of the citizens, and members of Council, Mayor Hutchison presented Dr. DeLauder with a gift (coasters with city medallion) as a token of appreciation for his 16 years of dedicated service.
Council President McGlumphy relayed appreciation for the work of Dr. DeLauder in guiding the college, which has proven to be beneficial to local teachers, and thanked him for his efforts in expanding the education program.
Dr. DeLauder relayed appreciation to the Mayor and Council for the many years of support, which have been very important for the growth and development of the University.
ADOPTION OF MINUTES - REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OF JUNE 9, 2003
Mr. Truitt read the following statement into the record:
“During the Council Meeting on June 9th, there was a motion to approve the Legislative and Finance Committee Report of May 27th by consent agenda. There were three (3) items reported, one of which I opposed and the others I supported. At that time, I was not given the opportunity to request that Council take a separate vote on the item which I opposed; therefore, when the vote was taken for approval by consent agenda, I voted negatively. I would like the record to reflect that my opposition was for the committee’s recommendation to approve the “Proposed Ordinance Amendment to Chapter 2 - Administration, Article VIII - Committees” for a First Reading; and that my votes for the “Proposed Land Subdivision Amendment Appendix A, Chapter IV - General Requirements and Design Standards, A-8 - Street Layout” and “Proposed Legislation - House Bill 157 - Real Estate Transfer Tax” reflect my support.”
The Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of June 9, 2003, as corrected, were unanimously approved by motion of Mr. Speed, seconded by Mr. Ritter, and bore the written approval of Mayor Hutchison. Clerk’s Office Note: The corrections have been made to the original minutes.
FINANCIAL OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE REPORT - JUNE 9, 2003
The Financial Oversight Committee met on June 9, 2003 with Chairman Speed presiding.
Approval of Bids - Generic Subdivision Signs
To facilitate requests of area legislators who want to fund subdivision signs using Community Transportation Fund monies, the Department of Public Works has prepared a generic subdivision sign specification which includes a brick foundation and a customized sign face. Each sign face will include a colored background, gold leaf lettering, and miscellaneous attachment hardware. The City of Dover will manage the purchasing and construction of these signs.
Specification packages were sent out to local contractors and vendors. The first package included the installation of the concrete foundation and brick framing structure. The second package included the fabrication and installation of the sign face. The City of Dover received one bid for each portion of the work as follows:
Brick Work and Sign Foundation - Falasco Masonry, Inc., Camden, DE - $5,170 per foundation
Sign Work and Installation - Rogers Sign Company, Inc., Milton, DE - $4,820 per sign
The total cost of the generic subdivision sign is $9,990. The vendors are required to hold these prices for six (6) months from the date of acceptance by the City of Dover. Staff recommended approval of the unit price bids for construction of various generic subdivision signs as they are funded by area legislators. The Department of Public Works anticipates spending more than $25,000 on these signs; therefore, staff requested a favorable endorsement by City Council to continue using these unit price bids until the expiration date identified in the specification package. Each vendor may be paid more than $25,000 for work completed if the necessary funds are provided by area legislators.
The committee recommended awarding the bid for Brick Work and Sign Foundation to Falasco Masonry, Inc., Camden, Delaware in the amount of $5,170 per foundation and awarding the bid for Sign Work and Installation to Rogers Sign Company, Inc., Milton, Delaware in the amount of $4,820 per sign, as recommended by staff.
Mr. Speed moved for approval of the committee’s recommendation by consent agenda, seconded by Mr. Ritter and carried by a unanimous roll call vote.
Proposed Supplement and Amendments - Procedure F306, Budget Administration - Guidelines for Operating Departments
In order to provide better information and control of unencumbered funds, Mr. Ritter submitted a proposed supplement to Procedure #F306 that would address excess salary, related department budget funds to contingency, and deletion of unfunded positions from the personnel system. As a result of the proposed supplement, the current Procedure #F306 would be amended accordingly. The committee reviewed the proposed amendment and supplement to Procedure #F306.
During the committee meeting, it was suggested that paragraph #3 be amended by striking “account for the following fiscal year personnel increases” and inserting in lieu thereof “as determined by Council”.
The committee recommended approval of the proposed amendment to Procedure #F306, as revised, and the proposed supplement to Procedure #F306, as presented.
Mr. Speed moved for approval of the committee’s recommendation, seconded by Mr. Carey.
Mr. Ritter alluded to comments made during the committee meeting regarding the unfunded medical retirement benefits and moved to amend paragraph #3 of the Supplement to Procedure #F306 by striking “a restricted contingency fund account as determined by Council” and inserting in lieu thereof “the unfunded medical retirement benefits fund”. The motion was seconded by Mr. Carey.
Mr. Salters relayed concern with amending the procedure to designate the assignment of funds. It was his feeling that before a designation is made, Council should be aware of the actual carry forward balance and develop a means to address the unfunded liability. He noted that the current wording allows for the placement of the excess funds to be determined by Council. Mr. Salters suggested that Council review this matter once all the information is obtained prior to making such a determination, noting that the excess funds can still be assigned to the unfunded medical retirement benefits fund without making it a requirement.
Concurring, Mr. Speed stated that although it would be a worthy cause, his hope would be that the City would take the necessary action to resolve the unfunded liability and that, once it was resolved, there would be no need for these excess funds to be dedicated.
The motion to amend paragraph #3 of the Supplement to Procedure #F306 by striking “a restricted contingency fund account as determined by Council” and inserting in lieu thereof “the unfunded medical retirement benefits fund” failed by a roll call vote of five (5) no, four (4) yes (Mr. Carey, Mr. Ritter, Mr. Ruane, and Mr. McGlumphy).
The motion for approval of the proposed amendment to Procedure #F306, as revised (Exhibit #1A), and the proposed supplement to Procedure #F306 (Exhibit #1B), as recommended by the committee, was carried by a unanimous roll call vote.
Proposed Ordinance Amendment - Section 18-7(b) - Location of Police Auction
The City Auction is no longer held at the Police Warehouse, but rather the City Warehouse on Pear and William Streets. Section 18-7(b) of the Dover Code requires said auction to be held on the premises of the police force. Members considered a proposed ordinance to eliminate this requirement.
The committee recommended approval of the proposed ordinance amendment to Section 18-7(b) of the Dover Code.
Mr. Speed moved for approval of the committee’s recommendation by consent agenda, seconded by Mr. Ritter and carried by a unanimous roll call vote. The First Reading of the ordinance will take place during the latter part of the meeting.
Downtown Dover Business Improvement District - Assessment (Tax) Rate for FY 2003-2004
The Business Improvement District (BID) Ordinance adopted by City Council requires that Council must adopt a BID budget and assessment every year. Members were provided the FY 2003-04 budget showing BID tax revenue and the expenses charged against that revenue, as well as the following tax calculation worksheet with recommended rates:
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ZONE 1 |
ZONE 2 |
ZONE 3 |
TOTAL |
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Assessment Tax Rate Per $100 Assessment |
0.087 |
0.0615 |
0.021 |
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Revenue Raised |
$18,359 |
$21,485 |
$4,882 |
$44,726 |
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% Revenue Raised |
41% |
48% |
11% |
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Number of Parcels |
123 |
120 |
50 |
293 |
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Average Assessment |
$149 |
$179 |
$98 |
$142 |
The committee recommended approval of the Downtown Dover Business Improvement District - Assessment (Tax) Rate for FY 2003-2004 and adoption of the proposed budget ordinance, as recommended by staff.
Mr. Speed moved for approval of the committee’s recommendation by consent agenda, seconded by Mr. Ritter and carried by a unanimous roll call vote. The First Reading of the proposed budget ordinance will take place during the latter part of the meeting.
Mr. Speed moved for acceptance of the Financial Oversight Committee Report, seconded by Mr. Salters and unanimously carried.
SAFETY ADVISORY COMMITTEE REPORT - JUNE 9, 2003
The Safety Advisory Committee met on June 9, 2003 with Chairman Truitt presiding.
Basic Life Support Contract
Since August 31, 1991, the City has contracted with a private ambulance company to provide basic life support service in the Robbins Hose Company Fire District. Ambulance Service, Inc. (ASI), the City’s current provider, began providing basic life support service on March 4, 1996, when the existing ambulance company declared bankruptcy. Services are provided at no cost to the City under the terms of the contract.
ASI is incorporated in Delaware and headquartered in the City of Dover. The ambulances are dispatched from the headquarters at 1277 McD. Drive. In addition, all of its ambulances are inspected and approved by the Delaware State Fire School and licensed in Delaware. ASI’s ambulance fleet is modern and well maintained, and the ambulance personnel are all trained to the Nationally Registered Emergency Medical Technician-B level. ASI has been a leader in placing automatic external defibrillators on its units and training all personnel in their proper use. In 2002, ASI responded to 4,066 emergency calls. Of these calls, 438 were handled by a second or third ASI unit. The average time in responding to a call was well under one minute, and ASI was on the scene well within the “golden eight minute” industry standard. ASI also responded 88 times to calls outside its district under the mutual aid clause.
Due to ASI’s performance record, commitment to customer service, local ownership, services offered beyond the scope of the contract and positive working relationship with the City, staff recommended that the Basic Life Support contract with ASI be renewed for the period of September 1, 2003 through August 31, 2006.
The committee recommended that the Basic Life Support Services contract with ASI be renewed for the period of September 1, 2003 through August 31, 2006, as recommended by staff.
Mr. Truitt moved for approval of the committee’s recommendation, seconded by Mrs. Williams.
Mr. Carey commended ASI for the service provided to the City of Dover. Noting that the ambulances are dispatched from the east side of Dover, he requested that staff investigate the possibility of providing a site more centrally located in the City for the relocation of the ambulance dispatch.
Mr. Ruane questioned the need for the relocation, noting that the average response time of the ambulance is well under one minute and within the “golden eight minute” industry standard.
Responding, Mr. Carey explained that although there is no concern at this time, as the City continues to grow it may become and issue. He would like for the City to have a facility available, more centrally located, that would be provided to the ambulance provider regardless of which company may have the contract and that the City should be prepared for the anticipated growth by working towards these efforts.
On a call for the question by Mr. Salters, the motion for approval of the committee’s recommendation that the Basic Life Support Services contract with ASI be renewed for the period of September 1, 2003 through August 31, 2006 was unanimously carried.
Concerns of Eric O’Brien - Future Use of Property Located at 33 N. New Street
Correspondence dated May 23, 2003 was received from Mr. Eric O’Brien of 30 N. New Street. Mr. O’Brien has requested the City to try to discourage, delay, or prevent the owners of 33 N. New Street from operating a House of Pride at that location. It was his feeling that such use would increase the problems of transients, suspicious loitering, and late-night noise in the area.
During the committee meeting, Mr. Randy Jorgenson, Director of Planning and Inspections, stated that the house at 33 N. New Street was boarded up as a result of the actions of City Inspectors as a part of a process which must be adhered to in order to condemn and demolish a building. It was his understanding that the House of Pride intends to make reparation to the dwelling and include it as a part of their program.
It was Mr. O’Brien’s feeling that the police are not able to handle the number of problems related to the current situation. He noted that the House of Pride on S. New Street recently had 30 tables set up outside and, at approximately 11:30 p.m., there were twenty (20) people sitting around the tables. Mr. O’Brien was not clear about what the people were doing. Noting that the House of Pride is operating as a halfway house and that there is a 1/3 recidivism rate, statistically it is likely that one of three people in the house would commit a crime or violate a City ordinance.
No further action was taken.
Request for Proposed Ordinance - Prohibition of Pan Handling - David Mercer Louie
Correspondence, dated April 23, 2003, was received from Mr. David Louie of 129 S. Governors Avenue (Harry Louie Laundry & Dry Cleaners) regarding pan handling on Loockerman Street. Mr. Louie’s letter indicated that the police have informed him that there is an ordinance prohibiting pan handling; however, the police must either witness the event or the person being pan handled must file a formal complaint. Mr. Louie expressed concern that this situation would have a negative effect on businesses located in the downtown area.
During the committee meeting, Mr. DePrima informed members that he provided the Police Chief with a model pan handling ordinance for his review and recommendation. He also stated that a number of City staff members have contacted Mr. Louie regarding the situation.
Responding to the request for an update by Mr. Pitts, Mr. DePrima advised members that he is scheduled to meet with the Police Chief to review this matter and that a recommendation should be forthcoming at the next committee meeting.
No further action was taken.
Towne Point and White Oak Farms Civic Association - Concerns of Speeding, Drugs, Abandoned Vehicles, Disrepair of Sidewalks
Members were apprised of several concerns expressed by the Towne Point and White Oak Farms Civic Association, including speeding cars, drugs, abandoned vehicles, and cracked sidewalks. The association has requested that a representative from the Police and Inspections Departments be present at their next meeting, which will be held on Monday, June 16, 2003 at 6:30 p.m. at the Towne Point Elementary School.
During the committee meeting, Mr. Jorgenson, Director of Planning and Inspections, stated that the Inspections Department has an extensive file on the actions that have been taken with regard to abandoned vehicles and property maintenance. He noted that Mr. Henry Baynum and Mr. Ron Coburn of his department have been requested to attend the meeting and to provide that information, as well as the ordinances that the association has requested.
No further action was taken.
Mr. McGlumphy recommended that the Safety Advisory Committee meet with the appropriate staff members to prepare an action plan that they can provide to Mr. O’Brien, Mr. Louie, and the Towne Point and White Oak Farms Civic Association.
Mr. Speed moved for acceptance of the Safety Advisory Committee Report by consent agenda, seconded by Mr. Ritter and unanimously carried.
MONTHLY REPORTS - MAY 2003
By motion of Mr. Speed, seconded by Mr. Ritter, the following monthly reports were accepted by consent agenda:
Budget Report
Chief of Police Report
City Assessor Repot
City Clerk/Alderman Report (Fines)
City Manager’s Report
Planning and Inspections Report
Robbins Hose Company No. 1 Report
Referring to the Mayor’s Report, Mr. Ritter noted that the City is currently negotiating our contract with Duke Energy and that the Mayor had visited Kiawah Island, SC, during the early part of May and questioned why details of this business trip were omitted from his monthly report. He also requested that the Mayor indicate how the City gained from this trip and how it associated with Duke Energy.
Responding, Mayor Hutchison advised members that he, along with the City Manager, Mr. DePrima, and Mr. Blaha, Dover’s Plant Manager for Duke, traveled to Kiawah Island. On Monday afternoon, they met with the CEO of Duke Energy, along with other top administrators, for a total overview of the operations and insight as to where we are today and expectations for the future. Mayor Hutchison explained the importance of the partnership and contract with Duke Energy, reminding members that prior to the partnership, the City employed approximately 70 employees to operate the power plant; today, there are approximately 35 employees of Duke Energy that operate the facility. He stated that unfortunately, due to the contract negotiations, he was unable to elaborate further.
Mr. DePrima stated that this annual event provides an opportunity for all customers, clients, and employees of Duke Energy from all over the country to meet with officials from Duke as well as suppliers, vendors, and accessory customers. He advised members that this provided him the opportunity to learn more about the industry.
Mr. Ruane indicated that a presentation regarding the Duke Contract would be made for participation by Council and the public and that it is anticipated to be scheduled for mid-July.
Mrs. Williams moved for acceptance of the Mayor’s Monthly Report for May 2003, seconded by Mr. Carey and unanimously carried.
APPOINTMENTS BY MAYOR HUTCHISON
Mayor Hutchison recommended approval of the following appointments:
Board of Adjustments - 3 Year Terms to Expire July 2006
Dr. Edward Goate’ (reappointment) Richard Senato (reappointment)
Dover MPO - Public Advisory Committee - 2 Year Terms to Expire July 2005)
Premeela Kaza (reappointment) Vernoris James (reappointment)
Dover Parking Authority - 5 Year Term to Expire July 1, 2008
Bernardo M. Rossello (reappointment)
Ethics Commission - 5 Year Term to Expire July 31, 2008
Thomas C. Jackson (reappointment)
Historic District Commission - 3 Year Term to Expire July 2006
Beverly C. Williams (reappointment)
Dover Housing Authority - 6 Year Term to Expire August 15, 2009
C. Terry Jackson (reappointment)
Dover Public Library Advisory Commission - Term to Expire June 16, 2007
Ret. Lt. Col. Payk (to fill unexpired term of Ms. Sarah Jawahar)
Mr. Speed moved for approval of the appointments, as recommended by Mayor Hutchison, by consent agenda, seconded by Mr. Ritter and carried by a unanimous roll call vote.
FIRST READING - PROPOSED ORDINANCES
Mr. Speed moved to waive the reading of the proposed ordinances before Council, seconded by Mr. Carey and unanimously carried. Council President McGlumphy reminded the public that copies of the proposed ordinances are available at the entrance of the Council Chambers or can be obtained from the City Clerk's Office. Final action by Council on the proposed ordinances will take place during the Council Meeting of July 14, 2003.
Mr. Speed moved for acknowledgment of the First Reading of the following proposed ordinances, by title only, seconded by Mr. Carey and unanimously carried:
➢SECTION 18-7(b) - LOCATION OF POLICE AUCTION
➢DOWNTOWN DOVER BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT - CASH RECEIPTS/BUDGET FY 2003-2004
FINAL READING - PROPOSED ORDINANCES
The First Reading of the following proposed ordinances was accomplished during the Council Meeting of June 9, 2003.
Mr. Salters moved for denial of the proposed ordinance amendments, seconded by Mr. Truitt. The motion failed by a roll call vote of five (5) no, four (4) yes (Mr. Carey, Mrs. Williams, Mr. Truitt, and Mr. Salters).
Chapter 2 - Administration, Article VIII - Committees
Mr. Ritter moved that the Final Reading of the proposed ordinances be acknowledged by title only, seconded by Mr. Pitts and carried by a roll call vote of five (5) yes, four (4) no (Mr. Carey, Mrs. Williams, Mr. Truitt, and Mr. Salters):.
Mr. Ritter moved for adoption of the following ordinances, seconded by Mr. Pitts and carried by a roll call vote of five (5) yes, four (4) no (Mr. Carey, Mrs. Williams, Mr. Truitt, and Mr. Salters):
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
That Article VIII - Committees, Division 1.5 - Legislative and Finance Committee, Section 2-147 - Members, Subsection (a) be amended by deleting Section 2-147 - Members, in its entirety and inserting in lieu thereof:
Sec. 2-147. Members.
(a) The legislative and finance committee shall be composed of five (5) members, four (4) of which are appointed by the council president and one (1) appointed by the committee chair, with all appointments subject to confirmation of a voting majority of the city council. Three (3) of the members shall be elected city officials, and the two (2) remaining members shall be city residents. The members of the committee shall serve one-year terms unless sooner removed.
ADOPTED: JUNE 23, 2003
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
That Article VIII - Committees, Division 2 - Parks and Recreation Committee, Section 2-157 - Members, Subsection (a) be amended by deleting Section 2-157 - Members, in its entirety and inserting in lieu thereof:
Sec. 2-157. Members.
(a) The parks and recreation committee shall be composed of five (5) members, four (4) of which are appointed by the council president and one (1) appointed by the committee chair, with all appointments subject to confirmation of a voting majority of the city council. Three (3) of the members shall be elected city officials, and the two (2) remaining members shall be city residents. The members of the committee shall serve one-year terms unless sooner removed
ADOPTED: JUNE 23, 2003
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
That Article VIII - Committees, Division 2.5 - Safety Advisory Committee, Section 2-162 - Members, Subsection (a) be amended by deleting Section 2-162 - Members, in its entirety and inserting in lieu thereof:
Sec. 2-162. Members.
(a) The safety advisory committee shall be composed of five (5) members, four (4) of which are appointed by the council president and one (1) appointed by the committee chair, with all appointments subject to confirmation of a voting majority of the city council. Three (3) of the members shall be elected city officials, and the two (2) remaining members shall be city residents. The members of the committee shall serve one-year terms unless sooner removed.
ADOPTED: JUNE 23, 2003
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
That Article VIII - Committees, Division 3 - Utility Committee, Section 2-167 - Members, Subsection (a) be amended by deleting Section 2-167 - Members, in its entirety and inserting in lieu thereof:
Sec. 2-167. Members.
(a) The utility committee shall be composed of five (5) members, four (4) of which are appointed by the council president and one (1) appointed by the committee chair, with all appointments subject to confirmation of a voting majority of the city council. Three (3) of the members of the committee shall be elected city officials, and the two (2) remaining members shall be city residents. The members of the committee shall serve one-year terms unless sooner removed.
ADOPTED: JUNE 23, 2003
APPOINTMENTS - RECOMMENDED BY COUNCIL PRESIDENT MCGLUMPHY - LEGISLATIVE AND FINANCE COMMITTEE
Council President McGlumphy recommended the following nominees to serve as members of the Legislative and Finance Committee: Stephen R. Speed (Chairman), Eugene B. Ruane, and Robert G. Ritter, and Dana T. Shelton (recommended by the Committee Chairman).
Mr. Salters moved for the nominees to be voted on individually, seconded by Mrs. Williams. The motion failed by a roll call vote of five (5) no, four (4) yes (Mr. Carey, Mrs. Williams, Mr. Truitt, and Mr. Salters).
At the suggestion of Deputy City Solicitor Pepper, Council President McGlumphy stated that a motion for the appointment of Mr. Shelton, as recommended by the Committee Chair, would be accepted after the presentation of his recommendations of the committee appointments.
Mr. Speed moved for approval of the appointments of Stephen R. Speed (Chairman), Eugene B. Ruane, and Robert G. Ritter to the Legislative and Finance Committee as recommended by Council President McGlumphy, seconded by Mr. Ritter and carried by a roll call vote of five (5) yes, four (4) no (Mr. Carey, Mrs. Williams, Mr. Truitt, and Mr. Salters).
Mr. Speed moved for approval of the appointment of Mr. Dana T. Shelton to serve as a civilian member of the Legislative and Finance Committee, as recommended by the committee chair. The motion was seconded by Mr. Salters and carried by a unanimous roll call vote.
COUNCIL MEMBERS COMMENTS
Councilman Ruane - Mr. Ruane advised members that Representative Donna Stone has indicated that, based on the action of Council during their Meeting of June 9, 2003 regarding the Signalization Project, she has been able to persuade the Bond Bill Committee to include the project. She has indicated that the design money would be included for this year, to be completed by the fall of 2003, and that in the following year, the money for the actual construction would be included in the Bond Bill. Mr. Ruane commended Council for their action and relayed appreciation to Representative Stone for her efforts and support of the City of Dover.
Councilman Salters - Mr. Salters announced that the 13th Annual African American Festival would be held on Saturday, June 28, 2003 and invited all to attend.
Mayor Hutchison - Mayor Hutchison relayed disappointment with the dissension among members of Council regarding the appointment of the Legislative and Finance Committee. He announced his intention to veto the actions of Council regarding this matter.
Mr. Salters moved for adjournment, seconded by Mr. Speed and unanimously carried.
Meeting Adjourned at 8:33 P.M.
JANICE C. GREEN
CITY CLERK
All orders, ordinances, and resolutions adopted by City Council during their Regular Meeting of June 23, 2003, are hereby approved (with the exception of the motion to approve the appointments of Stephen R. Speed (Chairman), Eugene B. Ruane, and Robert G. Ritter to the Legislative and Finance Committee as recommended by Council President McGlumphy).
JAMES L. HUTCHISON
MAYOR
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Exhibits Attached to Original Minutes and File Copy
Exhibit #1A - Proposed Amendment to Procedure #F306
Exhibit #1B - Proposed Supplement to Procedure #F306