REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING

The Regular Council Meeting was held on February 28, 1994 with Council President Christiansen presiding. Council members present were Mr. Lambert, Mr. Tudor, Mr. Leary, Mr. Pitts, Mrs. Malone, Mr. Hutchison, Mr. Salters and Mr. Hare.

Council staff members present were Chief Smith, Mr. Lucas, Mr. O'Connor, Mr. DePrima, Chief Osika, Mrs. Boaman and Mr. Pepper.

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.

Richard Ornauer - 17 Mifflin Road

Mr. Richard Ornauer of 17 Mifflin Road referred to an article in the Kent and Sussex section of the News Journal on February 3, 1994 relating to the use of Routes #13 and #113 to haul truckloads of topsoil for the construction of the Puncheon Run Connection with S.R. #1. It is anticipated that 700,000 cubic yards of soil will be removed from two fields just east of Dover Downs and trucked to the future Puncheon Run Connection. Despite the fact that DelDOT used S.R. #1 in previous wetland haulings, they plan to use local roads for this project unless DelDOT reopens the temporary construction ramp and uses S.R. #1. DelDOT projects that 70,000 truckloads of soil is to be moved. According to the DelDOT official quoted in the paper, they would use Road #88, Route #13 and Route #113 to transport the soil.

Mr. Ornauer stated objections to the use of already overburdened Routes #13 and #113 for transporting the soil during the summer months which is the busiest time of the year for traffic on these roadways. He stated that not only will 70,000 trucks be used to transport the soil south, but there will be another 70,000 empty trucks going north to pickup another truckload. He requested that the City consider the impact of the proposed multiple truck runs on these two major thoroughfares and officially request that DelDOT reopen construction ramps and haul the needed soil on S.R. #1. He requested that the City also request that Kent County Levy Court take similar action. In order to facilitate a quick response to his request, Mr. Ornauer requested that Council, or the City's Safety Advisory Committee, consider the matter as soon as possible.

The invocation was given by Pastor James A. Lott, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.

AGENDA ADDITIONS/DELETIONS

Mr. Hutchison moved for approval of the agenda, seconded by Mrs. Malone and unanimously carried.

ADOPTION OF MINUTES - REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OF FEBRUARY 14, 1994

The Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of February 14, 1994 were unanimously approved by motion of Mr. Lambert, seconded by Mr. Hutchison and bore the written approval of Mayor Knopf.

ADOPTION OF MINUTES - SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING OF FEBRUARY 17, 1994

The Minutes of the Special Council Meeting of February 17, 1994 were unanimously approved by motion of Mr. Salters, seconded by Mrs. Malone and bore the written approval of Mayor Knopf.

PROCLAMATION - PASTOR JAMES A . LOTT

On behalf of Mayor Knopf, Councilman Reuben Salters presented the following Proclamation to Pastor James A. Lott:

WHEREAS, Reverend James A. Lott, Jr. arrived in the City of Dover in May 1988 and was called to Pastor the Solid Rock Baptist Church at 113 West Street; and

WHEREAS, civic leadership and genuine love of people are laudable traits possessed by few; and

WHEREAS, each individuals character, happiness and future success is largely determined by his community involvement; and

WHEREAS, we are endowed by our creator, with the blessings and benefits of our friends who provide us with a good environment in which to live and educate our children in the humane principles of life; and

WHEREAS, we recognize the timeless value of citizens such as Reverend James A. Lott, Jr., who exemplifies civic responsibility, community pride, leadership and love of both God and man; and

WHEREAS, the City of Dover in the State of Delaware wishes to acknowledge Reverend James A. Lott, Jr. for his degree of Doctor of Divinity.

NOW, THEREFORE, BY THE VIRTUE OF THE AUTHORITY VESTED IN ME, I, Aaron O. Knopf, Mayor of the City of Dover do hereby commend Reverend James A. Lott, Jr. and urge all citizens to take an active role in this well deserved celebration.

PROCLAMATION - AAUW MONTH

On behalf of Mayor Knopf, Councilwoman Malone presented the following Proclamation to Dr. Jacobs, representing the AAUW:

WHEREAS, the American Association of University Women has existed in Dover for over fifty years; and

WHEREAS, the American Association of University Women is an organization dedicated to education; and

WHEREAS, the American Association of University Women supports the advancement of women, involvement in community issues and lifelong learning; and

WHEREAS, the American Association of University Women is committed to freedoms of religion, speech, press, and assembly as the foundations of democracy; and

WHEREAS, the American Association of University Women is in its second century as a national Association; and

WHEREAS, the American Association of University Women celebrates its heritage in conjunction with National Women's History Month.

NOW, THEREFORE, I, AARON O. KNOPF, MAYOR OF THE CITY OF DOVER, do hereby proclaim March 1 - 31, 1994 as:

AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF UNIVERSITY WOMEN MONTH

in the City of Dover and urge all citizens to recognize the importance of this observance.

PROCLAMATION - DOVER TEAM MAINTENANCE DAY

On behalf of Mayor Knopf, Councilman Hutchison presented the following Proclamation to Col. Tom Christenson:

WHEREAS, the period between October 1, 1992 and September 30, 1993 represented a year of fundamental change in the Air Force, the Air Mobility Command (AMC), and the 436th and 512th (Associate) Airlift Wings at Dover Air Force Base; and

WHEREAS, the Dover Team maintenance organizations met these challenges head-on through increased focus on quality aircraft maintenance and process improvements; and

WHEREAS, the Dover Team led all AMC units in the full implementation of Production Team Maintenance resulting in increased launch reliability despite an 18.5 percent increase in flying hours to support AMC global reach mission from Operation RESTORE HOPE in Somalia to Operation PROVIDE PROMISE humanitarian airlift to the former Yugoslavia; and

WHEREAS, the Dover Team maintenance organizations received international recognition at the annual Rodeo '93 at Little Rock Air Force Base by capturing every C-5 maintenance category; and

WHEREAS, the maintenance complex was a major factor in the success of the AMC Quality Air Force Visit, resulting in the Eagle Wing's selection to represent the command for the Secretary of the Air Force Quality Award; and

WHEREAS, the Dover Team maintainers have brought great credit upon the base, and the community by their selection as AMC's nominee for the Air Force Daedalian Maintenance Trophy.

NOW, THEREFORE, I, AARON O. KNOPF, MAYOR OF THE CITY OF DOVER, DELAWARE, do hereby proclaim March 4, 1994 as DOVER TEAM MAINTENANCE day in the City of Dover and call its significance to the attention of all our citizens.

PROCLAMATION - EMPLOYEE APPRECIATION DAY

Council President Christiansen read into the record the following Proclamation:

WHEREAS, the City of Dover employees work diligently for all our citizens; and

WHEREAS, the employees of the City of Dover strive daily, through their dedication and hard work, to promote Community Excellence Through Quality Service; and

WHEREAS, it is due to the high productivity and accomplished efforts of our employees that the citizens of Dover are able to enjoy one of the lowest utility and tax rates in this region; and

WHEREAS, the City of Dover values its employees, recognizing that every member of the work force - from meter reader to engineer, laborer to policeman, surrey driver to secretary - is an integral part of the day to day operations of the City of Dover and its success is due largely to the pride and efforts of its employees.

NOW, THEREFORE, I, AARON O. KNOPF, MAYOR OF THE CITY OF DOVER, do hereby proclaim Friday, March 18, 1994, as CITY OF DOVER EMPLOYEE APPRECIATION DAY, in recognition of the dedication and hard work of City of Dover employees, and ask the citizens to participate in this event by taking a moment to thank a City of Dover employee for their outstanding service to our community.

ANNUAL REPORT - DOVER ARTS COUNCIL

Dr. Don Parks, Chairman, Mr. Bob Moyer, Director, and Mr. Drexel Ball, member, presented the Annual Report of the Dover Arts Council. Chairman Parks relayed his appreciation to Mayor, Council and the public for support of the Dover Arts Council during the last five years. Dr. Parks offered special appreciation to former Councilwoman Goldie Legates for her efforts in creating the concept of the Dover Arts Council. Dr. Parks stated that the Arts Council consists of 15 highly dedicated members of the community. Mr. Moyer stated that the Arts Council feels it has served the citizens of Dover well and has expended the public funds entrusted to it in good and useful fashion for the furtherance of the arts in our community. During the past year, the Arts Council has sought to fulfill its mission in the following ways:

►    Applied for and received its second and largest grant from the Delaware State Arts Council in the amount of $4,000.

►    Additional grant applications have been made to the Greater Dover Community Fund and again to the State Arts Council. Others will be submitted in the next few months to other funding sources, including the National Endowment for the Arts.

►    The Arts Council has contributed programs and support of various kinds to Old Dover Days, the Tour duPont Festival, Unity Fest, and Positively Dover Community Festival.

►    Has enlarged its semi-annual program of Downtown Arts Tours, increasing participation by artists and by business sites. In its Spring 1994 edition, this event will expand to two days for the first time.

►    Has expanded its range of information services and the number of arts organizations whose activities it helps to promote. The Arts Council now publishes a bi-monthly news letter and schedule of events, a weekly radio program of interviews of representatives of the local arts community and a telephone information service featuring recorded information about arts events.

►    Participating organizations have increased, with 80 arts related businesses, institutions, or non-profit organizations based in our community participating.

Mr. Moyer stated that the Arts Council continues to add new service programs such as the Greater Dover Community Arts Forum, a round table type of program for artists and arts organizations, and a ticket sharing program which solicits tickets for local arts events and redistributes them to students and senior citizens. They periodically conduct surveys and undertake research projects such as last year's assessment of the suitability of the Capitol Theater and the Arden Building to serve as community arts facilities. In the next 12 months, the Arts Council plans to continue all of its current programs and add a new weekly radio program of arts information and to conduct a survey of all performing arts facilities in Kent County, which will be in cooperation of the statewide study undertaken by the Delaware Arts Council. Also, the Arts Council has begun plans to establish an annual regional arts festival in Downtown Dover, the first of which is to take place in the summer of 1995.

Mr. Drexel Ball, who currently serves as Chairman of the Development Subcommittee, stated that the committee's major responsibility is fund raising. Their long range objective is to someday make the Arts Council self-supportive. They currently have 72 members participating in various levels of support ranging from $15 to $250. They hope to increase their membership by 25% during the second membership campaign.

RECONSIDERATION OF REZONING - JANE MASSEY DRAPER AND VILLAGE BUILDERS - ROUTE #8

In accordance with Article 10, Section 5.183 of the Zoning Code, if a project does not move forward towards completion within one year from rezoning, or if an adequate explanation as to why the construction did not occur, the matter must be placed on Council's agenda for consideration of reverting the parcel to its previous zoning classification. Property located on the north side of Route #8, owned by Jane Massey Draper and Village Builders, was rezoned from R-10 (Single Residence) to R-8 (Single Residence). Since one year has elapsed and construction has not begun, the owners were notified that the matter would be placed on the Council agenda for action.

A letter was received from R. Brandon Jones, attorney representing the owners, requesting that Council delay any action for 30 days. Mr. Jones explained that progress on the development was progressing forward with no problems until the summer of 1993 when it was discovered that the official designated 100 year flood line virtually made the development economically unfeasible. However, it was discovered that the official designated line did not correspond with the actual 100 year flood line but having the line officially changed took up valuable time and caused the entire project to lose approximately six months. Also, the delay has further complicated the project by increasing costs dramatically. In his letter, Mr. Jones stated that the participants are actively working on resolution of the problems associated with the project and feel that the matter can be resolved within 30 days. They, therefore, have requested that Council delay action on the zoning classification.

Mr. DePrima stated that the Planning Commission worked very hard with the developers on the project, feeling that the PUD concept under the R-8 zone would better serve the area than development under the R-10 classification. He stated no objections to the request for a 30 day delay.

Mr. Lambert voiced concern with the differences between the official designated 100 year flood line and the actual 100 year flood line. He also voiced strong objections to approval of large developments in West Dover when the City has insufficient infrastructure, particularly in the area of roadways.

Mr. DePrima reminded Council that if the zoning is reverted to its previous classification, the developers could develop it under the previous R-10 zoning classification. It was felt by the Planning Commission that the development would better serve the community as a PUD under the R-8 zoning classification.

Mr. Salters moved to approve the request for a 30 day delay on the zoning classification of property located on Route #8, owned by Jane Massey Draper and Village Builders. The motion was seconded by Mr. Hutchison and carried with Mr. Lambert voting no and Mrs. Malone absent.

PARKS AND RECREATION COMMITTEE REPORT

The Parks and Recreation Committee met on February 15, 1994 with Chairman Pitts presiding.

Northfield Subdivision - Parkland

The Planning Commission approved a recommendation that City Council accept a parcel of land, consisting of 1.30 +/- acres of land for donation as provided under Article VI Section F-2 of the Subdivision Regulations, for the above referenced Subdivision. This represents 5% of the land area of the development, therefore, a cash donation in an amount of 5% of the value of the land is required to meet the 10% land area or land value donation. The land is valued at $125,000, therefore, a cash donation in the amount of $6,250 is necessary to meet the requirements of the Regulations.

In taking this position, the Commission considered that the subject property consists of 25.51+/- acres of land zoned R-8 (Single Family Residence) located on Dennys Road, approximately 1,684 feet west of McKee Road. The plan proposes lots for 55 single family detached homes. The plan reflects that 1.30+/- acres of land on the northwest side of the development would remain for public open space. The Planning Commission and Recreation Department feel this is a suitable location and that it meets the requirements of the ordinance.

In explaining the reason for accepting less than the required 10% in land, Mr. DePrima stated that this was all that was available that is not considered wetlands. Also, the Recreation Department felt that the amount of land proposed for parkland will be adequate to meet the needs of children in the proposed development. The remaining cash donation could be used for improvements to the parkland in the future.

The committee recommended approval of acceptance of 1.30+/- acres of land (representing 5% of the land area of the development), and $6,250 (representing the value of 5% of the land area) as parkland for the Northfield Subdivision.

Mr. Pitts moved for approval of the committee's recommendation. The motion was seconded by Mrs. Malone and was carried by a unanimous roll call vote.

Mr. Pitts moved for acceptance of the Parks and Recreation Committee Report, seconded by Mr. Hare and unanimously carried.

UTILITY COMMITTEE REPORT

The Utility Committee met on February 15, 1994 with Chairman Lambert presiding.

Request for Alley Abandonment - Gregory Griffin

Mr. Gregory Griffin requested abandonment of 140' of a 15' wide alley that runs parallel to Fulton Street and intersects N. Kirkwood Street on the west side. He wishes to make an addition to his home which will require additional land. The alley is unimproved and is closed to vehicular traffic.

The Planning Commission reviewed the request and recommended approval of abandonment of the alley as requested.

It was explained to Mr. Griffin that if Council abandons the alley, it will be abandoned to all interested adjacent property owners. If the Utility Committee recommends approval of the alley abandonment, a public hearing will be set by Council to afford all adjacent property owners an opportunity to address the matter.

Mr. Lambert moved to recommend approval of the requested alley abandonment. The motion was seconded by Mr. Hutchison and Council unanimously adopted the following Resolution:

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:

Section 1. The Council of the City of Dover favors the vacating and abandoning of the following alley:

ALL that certain piece or parcel of land situated in the City of Dover, Kent county, State of Delaware, a public alley running east to west, lying on the westerly side of Kirkwood Street, between Fulton Street and Division Street and the alley parallel to Fulton Street, being 10 feet wide and approximately 145 feet in length, comprising 1,450 square feet, more or less.

Section 2. The Council of the City of Dover will sit on Monday, March 14, 1994 at 7:30 p.m., in the Council Chambers at City Hall, Dover, Delaware, to hear the objections of such residents of the City or owners of the property affected as shall attend, in accordance with the provisions of Section 27 of the Charter of the City of Dover (Chapter 158, Volume 36, Laws of Delaware).

Section 3. The Clerk of Council is hereby directed to post copies of this Resolution in five or more public places in the City of Dover and to publish the same in a local newspaper published in said City.

ADOPTED: February 28, 1994

Request to Abandon Alley - Matthew Smith

Mr. Matthew Smith requested abandonment of 145' of a 20' wide alley that runs parallel to W. Division Street and intersects N. Kirkwood Street on the east side. It is an unimproved alley which is not opened for vehicular use. Mr. Smith wishes to make an addition to his home and the additional land from the abandonment is needed.

The Planning Commission considered the request and recommended approval of the alley abandonment.

Mr. Lambert moved for approval of the requested alley abandonment. The motion was seconded by Mr. Salters and Council unanimously adopted the following Resolution:

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:

Section 1. The Council of the City of Dover favors the vacating and abandoning of the following alley:

ALL that certain piece or parcel of land situated in the City of Dover, Kent County, State of Delaware, a public alley running east to west, lying on the easterly side of Kirkwood Street between Fulton Street and Division Street and the alley parallel to Division Street, being 20 feet wide and approximately 145.5 feet in length, comprising 2,910 square feet, more or less.

Section 2. The Council of the City of Dover will sit on Monday, March 14, 1994 at 7:30 p.m., in the Council Chambers at City Hall, Dover, Delaware, to hear the objections of such residents of the City or owners of the property affected as shall attend, in accordance with the provisions of Section 27 of the Charter of the City of Dover (Chapter 158, Volume 36, Laws of Delaware).

Section 3. The Clerk of Council is hereby directed to post copies of this Resolution in five or more public places in the City of Dover and to publish the same in a local newspaper published in said City.

ADOPTED: February 28, 1994

 

Unit #3 Generator Retaining Rings

The City was notified by General Electric of potential stress corrosion cracking of generator retaining rings. Stress corrosion cracking in the retaining rings can lead to ring failure and can result in significant damage to the turbine/generator. The current retaining ring material is a non-magnetic 18Mn-5Cr steel. General Electric has recommended replacement of the current retaining rings with retaining rings of materials that are more resistant to stress corrosion cracking.

Since there has been a number of retaining ring failures at other locations, it is felt by staff that it would be prudent to replace the existing generator retaining rings with the proposed 18Mn-18Cr steel rings during the Fall 1994 turbine/generator overhaul. Since there is a 20 week lead time to procure replacement retaining rings, it was recommended that the procurement process be initiated at this time. The quoted price from General Electric for the retaining rings and installation is $267,529.

The committee considered concerns by Mr. Tudor of the need to replace the rings based solely on the word of General Electric, but Mr. O'Connor stated that of the rings replaced during the period of 1983 through 1990, 80% of those inspected were defective.

The committee discussed the matter at length but members felt that sufficient information of probable risk has been made available and agreed that the cost of failure of the rings could be very high not only in costs of equipment, but in the safety to employees.

Asked by Mr. Tudor if he could examine the rings that are replaced, Mr. O'Connor invited all members of Council to observe any portion of the proposed overhaul.

The committee recommended approval of the replacement of the McKee Run Unit #3 generator retaining rings with more stress corrosion cracking resistant rings, and that a purchase order be issued for $267,529 to General Electric for procurement of the replacement rings.

Mr. Lambert moved for approval of the committee's recommendation. The motion was seconded by Mr. Hare and carried by a unanimous roll call vote.

Storm Comments

During the recent ice storm, the entire State of Delaware experienced severe weather conditions that caused havoc with electric utilities. The City handled the matter extremely well, but Mr. Lambert felt that we should use the experience to enhance our procedures for the future.

Mr. O'Connor informed the committee that the City has disaster plan procedures, but it is really not designed to handle the type of weather disaster we experienced. Also, there is a disaster coordinator with Kent County who worked with the City during the latter end of the ice storm.

It was generally agreed that better communication, both radio and telephone, is needed for all concerned parties. Mr. O'Connor plans to correct the telephone communications problem.

Mr. Tudor felt that the City may need to be more aggressive in the tree pruning program, regardless of the citizens wishes to preserve all trees. Tree limbs that had grown close to electric lines was the primary problem during the ice storm and steps must be taken to prevent this. He also suggested that old electric poles be tested and replaced as needed.

Also discussed by committee members is the need for an informational officer to feed information to the media and the need for a planned work force so that our most experienced employees are not worked too much, too soon.

All members of Council agreed that the City handled the disaster well, but directed staff to continue to look into weak areas for improvement in a disaster or preparedness plan.

No further action was taken by Council.

Mr. Lambert moved for acceptance of the Utility Committee Report, seconded by Mr. Hutchison and unanimously carried.

LEGISLATIVE AND FINANCE COMMITTEE

The Legislative and Finance Committee met on February 15, 1994 with Chairman Salters presiding.

Quarterly Write-Off of Uncollectible Electric Bills

City staff submitted the proposed quarterly write-off of electric bills for the period July 1, 1992 through September 30, 1992 that have shown no collection activity for a period of one year or longer. The proposed write-off of $17,628.89 includes $4,902.68 from accounts that filed for bankruptcy. The accounts are currently assigned to our collection agency and will remain there even when they have been written off.

The committee recommended that Council endorse the proposed write-off of Uncollectible Electric Bills in the amount of $17,628.89.

Mr. Salters moved for approval of the committee's recommendation, seconded by Mr. Hare and carried by a unanimous roll call vote.

Draft Annexation Boundary Policy

During the September 1993 Legislative and Finance Committee meeting, Council President Christiansen proposed a resolution that would lock the City's boundaries and require nine votes in favor of an annexation for it to be approved. The proposal was based on the existing growth and development that was occurring in the city and placing a burden on City services.

Based upon the discussion of the committee, the City Planner prepared a draft Annexation Policy that was reviewed by the Council President and City Manager. The proposal was forwarded to Kent County for comment prior to discussing it with City Council. To date, we have not received comment from Kent County.

The City Planner reviewed the proposed Annexation Policy in detail. He emphasized that the proposal should serve as an interim plan, stating that ideally an annexation policy should be a part of the Comprehensive Plan. He also noted that major portions of the proposal require a close working relationship with Kent County and we have not yet received comment on the plan from Kent County Levy Court.

Members of Council discussed the proposal at length and agreed that the City and County Planners should work together on the proposal and then a meeting could be set for all City Council members and County officials to discuss and finalize the plan.

The committee recommended that an appropriate resolution be prepared to adopt the proposed Annexation Policy.

 

Mr. DePrima explained that the submitted Resolution breaks the proposal down into two parts, as follows: Part I shall serve as the annexation policy for the City until a policy is adopted as a part of the next Comprehensive Plan. Part II shall serve as the City's policy in working with Kent County Levy Court to establish cooperative land use standards.

Mr. Salters moved for approval of the committee's recommendation. The motion was seconded by Mr. Hutchison and by a unanimous roll call vote, Council adopted the following Resolution:

WHEREAS, the City Council wishes to institute an annexation policy for the purpose of bringing orderly growth and development to the City of Dover; and

WHEREAS, an annexation policy should be incorporated in the City Comprehensive Plan Update; and

WHEREAS, the 1986 Comprehensive Plan Update does not include an annexation policy.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:

Part I of the attached Interim Annexation Policy shall serve as the annexation policy of the City of Dover until an annexation policy is adopted as a part of the next Comprehensive Plan Update, and

Part II of the attached Interim Annexation Policy shall serve as the City's Policy in working with the Kent County Levy Court to establish cooperative land use standards and policy that are complimentary to the City's Comprehensive Plan Update.

ADOPTED: February 28, 1994

Mr. Salters moved for acceptance of the Legislative and Finance Committee Finance Committee Report, seconded by Mr. Hare and unanimously carried.

MONTHLY REPORTS - JANUARY

Mr. Salters moved for approval of the following reports for the month of January. The motion was seconded by Mr. Leary and the following reports were approved:

    Chief of Police Report

    Building Inspector and Fire Marshal Report

    City Assessor Report

    City Clerk/Alderman Report (Fines)

    J.P. Court #7 Report

    General Fund, Cash Receipts & Budget Report

    Water/Sewer Fund, Revenue & Budget Report

    Electric Revenue Fund, Revenue & Budget Report

    Improvement and Extension Fund, Cash Receipts & Budget Report

    Internal Service Fund, Revenue & Budget Report

Referring to the Information Services Department in the City Manager's Report, Mr. Salters requested that the City Manager submit a progress report on this department, to include the status of the relocation of the department to Reed Street, as well as the status of all computer projects.

Mr. O'Connor stated that a progress report will be made to Council in the very near future.

Mr. Salters moved for acceptance of the City Manager's Report, seconded by Mr. Hutchison and unanimously carried.

REZONING REQUEST - CHERYL L. DeZWARTE AND WILLIAM & HELEN GOTTORF - 301 & 305 S. GOVERNORS AVENUE

A request was received to rezone property located at 301 & 305 S. Governors Avenue, owned by Cheryl L. DeZwarte and William & Helen Gottorf. The property is currently zoned RG-0 (General Residence & Office) and C-3 (Service Commercial) and the requested zoning is C-2 (Central Commercial).

Prior to amending the zoning ordinances and zoning map of the City of Dover, a public hearing is required.

By motion of Mr. Hare, seconded by Mr. Salters, Council unanimously referred the request to the Planning Commission and set a public hearing for April 11, 1994 at 7:30 p.m. The first reading of the following proposed ordinance was accomplished by title only:

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE AND ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF DOVER BY CHANGING THE ZONING DESIGNATION OF PROPERTY LOCATED AT 301 & 305 S. GOVERNORS AVENUE.

REZONING REQUEST - HORSEPOND ROAD AT S. LITTLE CREEK ROAD - WILLIAM H. MCDANIEL, INC.

A request was received to rezone property located on Horsepond Road at S. Little Creek Road, owned by William H. McDaniel, Inc. The property is currently zoned M (Manufacturing) and the requested zoning is IPM (Industrial Park Manufacturing).

Prior to amending the zoning ordinances and zoning map of the City of Dover, a public hearing is required.

By motion of Mr. Hare, seconded by Mr. Salters, Council unanimously referred the request to the Planning Commission and set a public hearing for April 11, 1994 at 7:30 p.m. The first reading of the following proposed ordinance was accomplished by title only:

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE AND ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF DOVER BY CHANGING THE ZONING DESIGNATION OF PROPERTY LOCATED ON HORSEPOND ROAD AT SOUTH LITTLE CREEK ROAD.

Mr. Leary moved to adjourn, seconded by Mr. Hare and unanimously carried.

Meeting Adjourned at 8:35 P.M.

                             DEBRAH J. BOAMAN

                             CITY CLERK

All orders, ordinances and resolutions adopted by City Council during their meeting of February 28, 1994, are hereby approved.

 

                             AARON O. KNOPF

                             MAYOR

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