REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
The Regular Council Meeting was held on November 12, 1996 at 7:30 p.m. with Council President Christiansen presiding. Council members present were Mr. Lambert, Mr. Pitts, Mr. Leary, Mr. Truitt, Mrs. Malone, Mr. Fenimore, Mr. Salters and Mr. Hare.
Council staff members present were Major Faulkner, Mr. Lucas, Mr. O'Connor, Mr. Petit de Mange, Chief Carey, Mrs. Boaman and Mr. Rodriguez.
OPEN FORUM
The Open Forum was held at 7:15 p.m., prior to commencement of the Official Council Meeting. Council President Christiansen declared the open forum in session and reminded those present that Council is not in official session and cannot take formal action.
Mrs. Rexene Ornauer of 17 Mifflin Road addressed members of Council relative to concerns of loud music from vehicles. Residents of East Lake Gardens have expressed problems of vehicles traveling by their homes at late evening hours with the radios turned up very high. Mrs. Ornauer stated that she experiences the same problem at her home on Mifflin Road. She suggested that the City consider adoption of an ordinance that specifically regulates noise levels from vehicles.
Mr. Leary referred to our current noise ordinance, but Mrs. Ornauer stated that this ordinance does not effectively enforce noise violations, especially for noise emitting from vehicles. Council President Christiansen stated that the concerns of Mrs. Ornauer will be taken into consideration.
The invocation was given by Elder Wallace Dixon, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.
AGENDA ADDITIONS/DELETIONS
Mr. Lambert requested the addition of item 7B - Engineering Services - Whiteoak Road Pump Station Upgrade. Mrs. Malone moved for approval of the agenda as amended, seconded by Mr. Hare and unanimously carried.
ADOPTION OF MINUTES - REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OF OCTOBER 28, 1996
The Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of October 28, 1996 were unanimously approved by motion of Mrs. Malone, seconded by Mr. Fenimore and bore the written approval of Mayor Hutchison.
PROCLAMATION - NATIONAL BIBLE WEEK
The City Clerk read into the record the following Proclamation:
WHEREAS, the Bible is the foundational document of the Judeo-Christian principles upon which our nation was conceived; and
WHEREAS, the Bible has been a constant source of moral and spiritual guidance for Americans throughout our history and has profoundly influenced our nation's art, literature, music, laws and sense of charity; and
WHEREAS, the Bible continues to provide inspiration, hope and comfort for millions of Americans today; and
WHEREAS, for fifty-six years, women and men of all faiths have banded together in the Laymen's National Bible Association to sponsor National Bible Week as a time to remind their fellow Americans of the Bible's unique place in American life; and
WHEREAS, this annual emphasis has helped to strengthen spiritual understanding throughout America by encouraging personal reading and study of the Bible.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JAMES L. HUTCHISON, MAYOR OF THE CITY OF DOVER, do hereby proclaim November 24, 1996 through December 1, 1996 as NATIONAL BIBLE WEEK in the City of Dover and urge all my fellow citizens to participate in the observances by reading the Bible and discovering for themselves its values for personal and community life.
PRESENTATION BY MAYOR JAMES L. HUTCHISON - MOM'S HOUSE
The Third Annual Prayer Breakfast for Mayor James L. Hutchison was held on September 26, 1996. Proceeds from the 1994 event, totaling $500, were donated to the Dover Little League, and proceeds from the 1995 event, totaling $500, were donated to the Greater Dover Committee to benefit First Night Dover.
Mayor Hutchison announced that proceeds from the 1996 Mayor's Prayer Breakfast will benefit Mom's House in Dover. He presented a check in the amount of $500 to Mrs. Mary Costello, Executive Director of Mom's House of Dover. Mrs. Costello expressed her sincere appreciation for the contribution. She explained that at Mom's House they work with low income single parents and their young children. They are presently working very closely with 12 young mothers. They offer parent support services, through weekly group meetings, tutors and mentors, and help with their education and job training. They also take care of their young children in the child care center during the day while the mother is pursuing their education or job training.
Mrs. Costello stated that the Mom's House organization is very proud of the services being offered to help young parents and their children get a better start in life and be more productive members of our Dover community. She reiterated her sincere appreciation to Mayor Hutchison for the financial contribution to a very worthwhile cause.
ANNEXATION/REZONING - 1351 & 1361 S. GOVERNORS AVENUE AND 1560 S. DUPONT HIGHWAY - CALVARY CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE
An annexation referendum was held on October 31, 1996 for property located at 1351 & 1361 South Governors Avenue and 1560 South DuPont Highway, owned by the Calvary Church of the Nazarene.
Referendum Results
The City Clerk reported that the referendum was held with one eligible voter. One vote was cast in favor of the annexation, with no votes cast against annexation. Mr. Hare moved for acceptance of the results as reported by the City Clerk. The motion was seconded by Mr. Leary and unanimously carried.
Annexation
By motion of Mrs. Malone, seconded by Mr. Leary, Council adopted the following Resolution by a unanimous roll call vote:
A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE INCLUSION OF AN AREA WITHIN THE LIMITS OF THE CITY OF DOVER.
WHEREAS, the Charter of the City of Dover authorizes Council to extend the boundaries of the said City after a special election of the qualified voters and real estate owners of the territory proposed to be annexed, and
WHEREAS, the Mayor and Council of the City of Dover deem it in the best interest of the City of Dover to include an area contiguous to the present City limits, and hereinafter more particularly described within the limits of the City of Dover, and
WHEREAS, the Charter of the City of Dover provides that if a majority of the Votes cast in an election held in a territory proposed to be annexed shall be in favor of inclusion of that territory within the limits of the City of Dover, the Council may thereupon adopt a resolution annexing said territory and including same within the limits of the City of Dover.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
1. That the following described area, situated in East Dover Hundred, Kent County, State of Delaware, shall be annexed to and included within the limits of the City of Dover:
All that certain lot, piece or parcel of land with the improvements erected thereon, situated in East Dover Hundred, Kent County and State of Delaware, lying at the northeast intersection of Governors Avenue and Webbs Lane, being bounded on the west by Governor's Avenue, on the north by land now or late of Doll House Nursery and lands now or late of Jeffrey S. Townsend, on the east by lands now or late of Jeffrey S. Townsend and the southbound lane of U.S. Route #13, on the south by Webb's Lane and lands of the State of Delaware Department of Transportation, and being more particularly described in accordance with a recent survey by Earl D. Smith, Inc. Professional Land Surveyors dated August 12, 1996 as follows to wit:
Beginning and commencing from a set pipe at the northerly end of a 55.00 foot radius curve joining the east line of Governor's Avenue with the north line of Webb's Lane; thence running from said point of beginning with the east line of Governor's Avenue, North 16 deg. 00 min. 00 sec. East 139.09 feet to a found pipe at a corner for this parcel and lands now or late of Doll House Nursery; thence running with said lands now or late of Doll House Nursery, South 73 deg. 30 min. 00 sec. East 379.00 feet to a set pipe in line of lands now or late of Jeffrey S. Townsend; thence running with said lands now or late of Townsend on the following two (2) courses: (1) South 16 deg. 00 min. 00 sec. West 115.00 feet to a set pipe; thence (2) South 76 deg. 34 min. 40 sec. East 73.57 feet to a set pipe in the west line of the southbound lane of U.S. Route #13; thence running with said west line of the southbound line of U.S. Route 13, South 27 deg. 45 min. 00 sec. West 149.22 feet to a set p.k. nail in the northerly end of a daylight corner joining the west line of U.S. Route #13 with the north line of Webb's Lane; thence running with said daylight corner, North 83 deg. 02 min. 38 sec. West 41.24 feet to a set p.k. nail in the north line of Webb's Lane; thence running with said north line of Webb's Lane on the following two (2) courses: (1) running in a westerly direction with a 4062.14 foot radius curve to the right an arc distance of 92.13 feet having a chord bearing, North 61 deg. 04 min. 09 sec. West 92.13 feet to a set pipe; thence (2) North 60 deg. 25 min. 11 sec. West 119.93 feet to a set pipe at a corner for this parcel and lands of the State of Delaware Department of Transportation, thence running with said lands of the State of Delaware Department of Transportation on the following two (2) courses: (1) North 16 deg. 00 min. 00 sec. East 46.30 feet to a set pipe; thence (2) North 74 deg. 00 min. 00 sec. West 163.69 feet to a set pipe at the southeasterly end of the aforementioned 55.00 foot radius curve joining the east line of Governor's Avenue with the north line of Webb's Lane; thence running with 55.00 foot radius curve to the right an arc distance of 35.90 feet having a chord bearing North 2 deg. 42 min. 05 sec. west 35.27 feet to the point and place of beginning and containing 2.0113 acres of land be the same more or less.
2. The above described property shall be annexed into the City of Dover with a zoning classification as set by City Council and in accordance with the zoning map and environs, then in force, effective upon such lands being included within the limits of the City of Dover.
3. That the certified copy of the resolution of annexation, together with a plot of the area annexed, shall be filed for record with the Recorder of Deeds of Kent County.
4. That the effective date of this resolution shall be the 13th day of November, 1996 at 12:01 a.m. o'clock.
ADOPTED: November 12, 1996
Public Hearing - Zoning Classification
The Assistant City Planner, Mr. Mike Petit de Mange, explained that the property is currently zoned as RS (Residential Single Family) and BG (General Business) in the County. Mr. Petit de Mange explained that to the northeast, east and southeast are commercial properties along the Route #13 corridor. The properties across Route #13 are in the City and zoned C-4, while those on the same side as the proposed annexation are in the County and zoned BG. To the southwest and west across S. Governors Avenue are residential properties in the County zoned RS-1 (Single Family Residential). Immediately to the north along S. Governors Avenue are a mix of residential and commercial properties in the County and zoned BG. The 1996 Comprehensive Plan designates properties in the Route #13 Corridor for Highway Commercial zoning and that the Interim Annexation Policy considers the property in an area desirable for annexation due to its close proximity to City services. The property is located within a larger area of unincorporated property that forms a "peninsula" surrounded on three sides by land incorporated in the City.
Since the proposal is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan, the Interim Annexation Plan and is compatible with most of the surrounding land uses, the Planning Commission recommended approval of the annexation with a zoning classification of C-2A (Limited Commercial). Mr. Petit de Mange noted that the original zoning classification requested for the property was C-4 (Highway Commercial). However, after hearing the concerns of surrounding property owners who were concerned that the C-4 zone would permit certain uses that were undesirable such as used car lots, fast food drive through restaurants and contractor yards, the Planning Commission determined that the C-2A zone would be more appropriate.
The Planning Commission recommended that the zoning classification of this property be approved as C-2A (Limited Commercial).
Council President Christiansen declared the public hearing open.
Mr. Joe Petrosky, representing the equitable owner, Vanguard Equities, requested approval of the annexation and rezoning as recommended by the Planning Commission. Responding to Mr. Lambert's question on the type of retail establishment planned, Mr. Petrosky stated that a pharmacy is planned for the site.
Council President Christiansen declared the public hearing closed.
Mr. Hare moved that the property be zoned C-2A (Limited Commercial) as recommended by Planning Commission. The motion was seconded by Mr. Fenimore and by a unanimous roll call vote, Council adopted the following ordinance. (The first reading of the proposed ordinance was accomplished during the Council Meeting of August 26, 1996.)
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE AND ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF DOVER BY CHANGING THE ZONING DESIGNATION OF PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1351 & 1361 S. GOVERNORS AVENUE AND 1560 S. DUPONT HIGHWAY
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 RS-1 - Single Family Residential and BG - General Business (Kent County zoning classification) to C2A - Limited Central Commercial (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 RS-1 and BG (Kent County zoning classification) to C2A (City of Dover zoning classification) on that property located at 1351 & 1361 S. Governors Avenue and 1560 S. DuPont Highway, owned by Calvary Church of the Nazarene.
ADOPTED: November 12, 1996
LEGISLATIVE AND FINANCE COMMITTEE
The Legislative and Finance Committee met on October 28, 1996 with Chairman Salters presiding.
Purchasing Policy Amendments
The City's purchases are governed by the Purchasing Policy adopted by City Council in 1984 and amended in 1989 and 1993. City staff is requesting the following amendments:
1. At present, purchases up to $200 each are made in the open market and written quotes are not required. This amount was increased from $100 to $200 in 1993. Staff proposes that the $200 limit be raised to $300. This will provide more speed and flexibility in purchasing. This relates to Sections 3 and 3.1 of the Purchasing Policy.
2. Section 3.2 currently requires that all purchase orders over $2,000 have the City Manager's signature. It is proposed that this amount be increased to $2,500. The change is based on the cost benefit of reviewing the number of purchase orders, time involved, and the necessary department flexibility.
The committee recommended approval of the changes as recommended by City staff.
Utilizing the consent agenda format, Mr. Salters moved for approval of the amendments to the City of Dover Purchasing Policy. The motion was seconded by Mr. Hare and carried by a unanimous roll call vote.
Quarterly Write-Off - Electric Bills
Members were provided with a list of uncollectible electric bills, in the amount of $26,326.47. The list consists of those accounts from January 1, 1995 through March 31, 1995 that have shown no collection activity for a period of one year or longer. The list includes $1,227.32 from accounts that filed for bankruptcy. Federal law prohibits the City from making attempts to collect these outstanding debts. The list has been screened to insure that no one listed is currently in our utility customer base.
The committee recommended that Council endorse the write-off of electric bills in the amount of $26,326.47.
Utilizing the consent agenda format, Mr. Salters moved that Council endorse the write-off of electric bills in the amount of $26,326.47. The motion was seconded by Mr. Hare and carried by a unanimous roll call vote.
Mr. Salters moved for acceptance of the Legislative and Finance Committee Report, seconded by Mr. Hare and unanimously carried.
PARKS AND RECREATION COMMITTEE REPORT
The Parks and Recreation Committee met on October 28, 1996 with Chairwoman Malone presiding.
Presentation by DNREC - Options for Protection and Improvement of Silver Lake
In May 1995, representatives of DNREC addressed City Council to outline a "Technical Background Report - Silver Lake Watershed" and they now wish to present "Options for the Protection and Improvement of Silver Lake". (Both reports are on file with the Office of the City Clerk.) Mr. Earl Shaver and Mr. Randy Greer were present representing DNREC and Mr. Shaver gave a slide presentation, outlining alternatives and recommendations. He explained that the above two projects represent three years of effort since the Silver Lake Watershed was accepted as a Designated Watershed under the Sediment and Stormwater Regulations. The reports include recommendations that can be taken by the City of Dover and Kent County to protect and enhance the value of Silver Lake as a regional resource. Mr. Shaver reminded the committee that when the City Planning Department surveyed households back in February, 97% of the respondents said that the lake was important to them. It was the highest rated item listed, which shows that the community cares about Silver Lake. He stated that although Silver Lake is an eutrophic lake, there are actions that can be taken to improve the health of the lake.
Mr. Shaver explained that after an enormous amount of work, they are now prepared to make recommendations to the City and to the County for a plan of action. He reviewed in great detail the technical aspects of the report, and discussed proposed suggestions for improvement of the lake for Kent County and the City of Dover. The suggestions were broken down into three categories, as follows:
General Alternatives
∙ Lake and Tributary riparian protection adjacent to the Lake and tributaries
∙ Floodplain protection through remapping of limits done 25 years ago
∙ Pollution prevention through public education
∙ Greenways - hiker-biker trails adjacent to the lake and tributaries
∙ Support for comprehensive land use plan updates
∙ Silver Lake Watershed Overlay to limit site imperviousness and to target nutrients on new developments
∙ Conservation development to minimize or eliminate the need for structural stormwater management facilities
City of Dover Alternatives
∙ Application of biologic agents to the Lake to reduce algal blooms
∙ Fisheries management (harvesting carp and gizzard shad and stocking striped bass)
∙ Housekeeping (mowing, snow placement) to reduce adverse impacts
∙ Selective dredging within the Lake of areas with highly enriched sediments
∙ Aeration to increase Lake oxygen levels
∙ Forebay construction at significant inflow points to capture sediments entering the Lake
∙ Reduction in boat engine horsepower to minimize resuspension of bottom sediments
∙ Hiring a Lake Manager to coordinate activities and direct Lake protection efforts.
∙ Dover - Silver Lake Day as an annual event
It was noted that the recommendations include a total annual cost to the City of Dover of $88,724 and a total recommended alternatives cost of $136,586. It was suggested that a lake management utility fee be implemented to fund the annual costs.
Kent County Alternatives
∙ Kent County sunset provision for resolution approval to limit the time frame that permit approvals are granted prior to initiation of construction
∙ Wetland restoration when land is developed
It was noted that the total annual cost to the County was $1,900, which is the total of their recommended alternatives costs.
There was general discussion on the need for a lake manager and in-depth discussion as to why the City's estimated costs were much higher than that of the County. Mr. Fenimore stated his hope that there is a larger commitment by the State to this entire area, stating that most of the lake pollution comes from outside the borders of the City of Dover which is a matter of which the City has no control.
Committee members expressed their support for the cleanup of the lake, but felt it unfair that City residents bear the full burden of the cleanup costs. Mrs. Malone stated that not only does much of the pollution come from outside of the City's boundaries, but she reminded members that use of the lake is not limited to City of Dover residents. It is enjoyed by residents from all over the State of Delaware.
Mrs. Maxted stated her opinion that the proposed costs are very low if spread out in monthly utility bills. She stated that it really does not matter who started the pollution or where it comes from. The most important issue is who is going to assume responsibility for initiating a cleanup of Silver Lake. She stated that it is a disgrace that there is a lake within our City that is closed for over one-third of every summer because it is too polluted to allow swimmers and is too polluted to eat the fish that comes from the lake. She stated her total support for any cleanup efforts that will make Silver Lake the pride of Dover, as it should be.
Mr. Hare and Mr. Lambert stated their appreciation for the effort and time the State has contributed to resolve the problems associated with Silver Lake. Mr. Lambert stated that regardless of where the pollution is coming from, it is here in our City and he stated his feeling that it is now time for the City to take the lead on this issue. He felt that the City should take charge and make the changes happen, feeling that cost appropriations between the City, County and State can be worked out along the way.
Representative Nancy Wagner stated her appreciation for the work done by DNREC and stated her feeling that the State should stay involved in this project. She stated that it seems that the total cost is not the issue, but that it is more of an equity issue. She suggested that the City continue moving forward on the project, but that the project be a partnership with all levels of government and that perhaps some of the funds could be appropriated from the State's 21st Century Fund.
Mr. Sherman Townsend, member of the Silver Lake Commission, stated that the City of Dover has made a verbal commitment to Silver Lake but there has been very little financial commitment. He stated his appreciation to Mr. Earl Shaver of DNREC for the enormous amount of work that he and his staff have put into this project. Mr. Townsend reminded members of the committee that nearly all of the money that has been spent on the lake in the last few years stems from grants that were obtained by the State of Delaware. He agreed with members of the committee that the County should be responsible for a more proportionate share of the costs, but agreeing with Mr. Lambert, Mr. Townsend urged the City to move forward with the project, with negotiations on an equitable position of the funding to take place as we move forward.
The committee recommended acceptance of the technical (non-financial) aspects of the report; that it be referred to the Silver Lake Commission; and that the report and the financial aspects of the report be referred to the City/County Committee for review. It was stipulated that all parties report back to the Parks and Recreation Committee by the first of the year.
Utilizing the consent agenda format, Mrs. Malone moved for approval of the committee's recommendation, seconded by Mr. Fenimore and unanimously carried.
Mrs. Malone moved for approval of the Parks and Recreation Committee Report, seconded by Mr. Fenimore and unanimously carried.
UTILITY COMMITTEE REPORT
The Utility Committee met on October 28, 1996 with Chairman Lambert presiding.
Middle West Service Company Report
The City's bond resolutions require that the City retain an independent engineering consultant to inspect the City's electric system and to review the electric budget and insurance program. The City's current engineering consultant is Middle West Service Company. The have submitted their annual report for the fiscal year 1996-97 which includes information on the following:
1. Discussion on the arrangement with Duke/Fluor Daniel for the power plant management
2. Confirmation that the transmission and distribution system are generally in good condition, well maintained and operate efficiently
3. A mention of improvement in grounding and outage problems
4. A discussion on the project and funding approval process
5. A mention that the revenue and expense budgets provide for the operation and maintenance of the electric system according to sound utility practice
6. A conclusion that, for the fiscal year 1996-97, the rates are adequate from the bond holders point of view
7. A review of the insurance program for our electric system
The committee recommended acceptance of the report as submitted.
Mr. Lambert moved for approval of the committee's recommendation, seconded by Mrs. Malone and unanimously carried.
Engineering Services - Whiteoak Road Pumping Station Upgrades (From committee meeting of November 12, 1996)
In accordance with the 1996 Capital Investments Plan, it was proposed to upgrade the existing Whiteoak Road Sanitary Sewage Pumping Station. The existing station is showing signs of wear due to age and deterioration of the mechanical and structural elements of the building. Proposals were received from 15 engineering firms who wished to provide design services for the contract. The firms were short listed to four firms that were interviewed. Following the interviews, the firm of Davis, Bowen & Friedel, Inc. was selected and asked to submit a price proposal for the work. Negotiations have led to an agreement in the amount of $32,900 to complete design services from fact finding to bid phase. Funds for this work are provided using the Impact Fee Reserve Account.
Responding to a question from Mr. Lambert, Mr. O'Connor stated that population increase is not a direct factor. It is the increase in pumping capacity, which can be attributed to many factors of which population could be one of the factors. He stated that impact fee funds can be used for this project, noting that the lift station is operating at approximately 90% capacity. Upon completion of the upgrade, it will operate at approximately 60% capacity.
The committee recommended that the City award the design contract to Davis, Bowen & Friedel, Inc. for the Whiteoak Road Pump Station Upgrades in the amount of $32,900.
Mr. Lambert moved for approval of the committee's recommendation, seconded by Mr. Hare and carried by a unanimous roll call vote.
Mr. Lambert moved for acceptance of the Utility Committee Report, seconded by Mr. Fenimore and unanimously carried.
APPOINTMENT - DOVER PARKING AUTHORITY
Mayor Hutchison recommended the appointment of Mr. Michael Ambruso to the Dover Parking Authority to fill the unexpired term of Mr. Ken Watkins, which expires on July 1, 1999.
Mr. Fenimore moved for approval of the appointment as recommended by Mayor Hutchison, seconded by Mr. Leary and unanimously carried.
FINAL READING - PROPOSED ORDINANCE
The First Reading of the following proposed ordinance was accomplished during the Council Meeting of October 28, 1996.
Mr. Fenimore moved that the final reading of the proposed ordinance be acknowledged by title only, seconded by Mr. Hare and unanimously carried.
Mr. Leary moved for adoption of the following ordinance, seconded by Mrs. Malone carried by a unanimous roll call vote:
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
That Article II, Stopping, Standing and Parking, of the Dover Code be amended by deleting Section 13-37 in its entirety and replacing in lieu thereof the following:
Section 13-37. Wrecked, nonoperating, improperly parked or improperly equipped vehicles.
(a) It shall be unlawful for any person to park any vehicle or permit any vehicle to remain parked on the streets of the City when that vehicle is wrecked, nonoperating or improperly equipped to such an extent that it would be unlawful to drive the vehicle upon the streets of the City in its condition.
(b) It shall be unlawful for any person in charge or in control of any property within the City, whether as owner, tenant, occupant, lessee or otherwise, to allow any partially dismantled, stripped, nonoperating or in such disrepair as to render it unable to operate legally on a public street, wrecked, junked or discarded vehicle to remain on the property longer than five (5) days or in the case of operating unregistered or uninspected vehicles to remain on the property for more than ninety (90) days; no person shall leave the vehicle on any property within the City for a time longer than five (5) days or ninety (90) days in the case of operating unregistered or uninspected vehicles. This subsection shall not apply with regard to a vehicle in an enclosed building or enclosed area designed for and approved for such purposes, a vehicle on the premises of a business enterprise or a vehicle in an appropriate storage place or depository maintained in a lawful place and manner by the City. Unregistered or uninspected vehicles whose owners have properly parked and locked them and have notified the Department of Inspections may be granted extensions of the ninety (90) day limit on the keeping unregistered or uninspected vehicles by the Department of Inspections for reasons including but not limited to out of state military service, illness, extended travel or other reasons acceptable to the Department.
(c) Vehicles shall not be permitted to be parked in front, side, or rear yards required by the Zoning Ordinance except in approved driveways, garages, carports, or parking pads.
ADOPTED: November 12, 1996
REMARKS - COUNCILMAN WILLIAM F. HARE
Councilman William F. Hare read into the record, the following letter:
"Mayor and Council, City Staff
and Citizens of Dover:
Please be advised that there has been a change of circumstances in my personal life and I will no longer be leaving the Dover area. Therefore, I am withdrawing my resignation from City Council and will be fulfilling my term of office as the City Council representative of the Second District.
I regret any inconveniences that this change may have caused, but I look forward to completing my term of office on City Council on behalf of the citizens of Dover.
Sincerely,
William F. Hare
City Councilman - Second District"
Mr. Salters moved to accept the withdraw of Mr. Hare's resignation, seconded by Mr. Leary and unanimously carried (with Mr. Hare not voting).
Council President Christiansen requested that Council take official action to dismiss the Search Committee that was appointed to fill the vacancy that would have occurred in the Second District with Mr. Hare's resignation. Mr. Fenimore moved to dismiss the Search Committee, seconded by Mr. Lambert and unanimously carried.
Council President Christiansen requested that the Legislative and Finance Committee consider adopting the Search Committee format to be a formal part of the replacement process. This would require a Charter change to be presented by our local legislators to the General Assembly. He will submit the request in writing with the appropriate co-sponsors.
Mr. Fenimore moved to adjourn, seconded by Mr. Leary and unanimously carried.
Meeting Adjourned at 7:55 P.M.
DEBRAH J. BOAMAN
CITY CLERK
All orders, ordinances and resolutions adopted by City Council during their meeting of November 12, 1996, are hereby approved.
JAMES L. HUTCHISON
MAYOR
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