REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
The Regular Council Meeting was held on April 26, 1993 at 7:30 p.m. with Council President Christiansen presiding. Members present were Councilmen Lambert, Tudor, Leary, Pitts, Salters, Levitt, and Mr. Daisey. Mr. Hare was absent.
Council staff members present were Chief Smith, Mr. Lucas, Mr. Worley, Mr. DePrima, Mrs. Boaman and Mr. Rodriguez.
The invocation was given by Reverend Roland Coker, Sr., followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. Council President Christiansen congratulated Reverend Coker on the 30 year anniversary of his service in the ministry.
AGENDA ADDITIONS/DELETIONS
Mr. Leary requested the addition of agenda item #2A - 1993 Election Results. Mr. Salters requested the addition of agenda item #2B - Tourism. By motion of Mr. Leary, seconded by Mr. Lambert, the agenda was unanimously adopted as amended.
ADOPTION OF MINUTES - REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OF APRIL 12, 1993
The Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of April 12, 1993 were unanimously approved by motion of Mr. Leary, seconded by Mr. Salters and bore the written approval of Mayor Knopf.
PRESENTATION - R. THOMAS WORLEY
City Manager R. Thomas Worley resigned from his position, effective May 1, 1993. Council President Christiansen presented Mr. Worley with a City Cup and City Plaque in appreciation of his service with the City of Dover. Mr. Worley relayed his appreciation for the opportunity to serve the City of Dover and stated that he is looking forward to working with the City in his new capacity as General Manager for Storer Cable Communications in Dover..
1993 MUNICIPAL ELECTION RESULTS
The Municipal Election was held on April 20, 1993 at the Elks Lodge. The City Clerk reported the following results:
Total Votes Cast
At-Large
James L. Hutchison
First District
Donald L. Buckland
Holly L. Malone
William H. Valentine
Second District
William H. Daisey
William F. Hare
Richard D. Senato
Third District
Robin R. Christiansen
Javan Davis
John J. Friedman
Fourth District was uncontested
Total Registered Voter in City of Dover
2,030
1,210
236
284
130
171
316
149
439
74
164
12,828
Mr. Levitt moved for approval of the results as reported, seconded by Mr. Leary and unanimously carried.
CHALLENGE TO KENT COUNTY LEVY COURT
As a member of the Tourism Board who is sponsoring the Tour duPont, Mr. Salters relayed a challenge to the members of Kent County Levy Court to a bicycle race on May 6, 1993 at 4:00 p.m. at Capitol Square. The race is very short and bikes and helmets will be provided. The State House of Representatives have challenged the State Senate and the Governor has challenged the Press in this event. Proceeds from the event will go to the Boys and Girls Club in Dover.
Mr. Salters moved that the City Council challenge the Kent County Levy Court in the bicycle race, seconded by Mr. Leary and unanimously carried.
PROCLAMATION - SMALL BUSINESS WEEK
The City Clerk read into the record the following Proclamation:
WHEREAS, the history of America is one of a country at work- -a country of farmers, manufacturers and merchants joining together to create a greater society; and
WHEREAS, our growing and thriving nation is built on individual initiative, a competitive character and intense pride in our achievements; and
WHEREAS, the Central Delaware Chamber of Commerce engages in activities to assist small business persons and each year nominates small business persons as examples of the quality of the business persons in Central Delaware; and
WHEREAS, this year, the Central Delaware Chamber of Commerce has nominated;
Theron L. Boots - Culligan/Central Delaware Water Conditioning
Thomas J. Burns - Burns & Ellis Realtors
John G. Crusco - Kent County Business Machines
Michael J. Harrington - Harrington ERA Realty
Gregory S. Kramedas - The Hub/Sheraton Inn
as outstanding small business persons.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, AARON O. KNOPF, MAYOR OF THE CITY OF DOVER, do hereby proclaim the week of May 9-15, 1993 as
SMALL BUSINESS WEEK
in the City of Dover and ask that all in our fine City pay tribute to its small business men and women.
PROCLAMATION - PUBLIC SERVICE RECOGNITION WEEK
The City Clerk read into the record the following Proclamation:
WHEREAS, 220 million Americans are served every day by public employees providing a wide range of service; and
WHEREAS, Public employees take not just jobs but oaths; and
WHEREAS, many public employees risk their lives each day for the sake of the people of the United States whom they serve, whether they are police officers, fire fighters, border patrol officers, embassy employees, military personnel, health care professionals or others whose jobs require great risk; and
WHEREAS, public employees include the teachers in our schools, nurses to administer vaccines, computer technicians to pay out Social Security and Veterans benefits, unemployment checks and food stamps, safety inspectors for power plants, mines and airlines, food inspectors who guarantee the safety of our grocery purchases, laborers who maintain our roads and bridges, transportation employees who get us safely to our destination via bus or train, and all the other people who provide the myriad services demanded by the American public of their government; and
WHEREAS, to pay for the high quality of these services, Americans have one of the lowest tax rates in the world; and
WHEREAS, without these government employees at every level, there could be no continuity in a democracy such as ours which regularly changes its leaders and elected officials.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, AARON O. KNOPF, MAYOR OF THE CITY OF DOVER, do hereby proclaim May 3-9, 1993 as Public Service Recognition Week and encourage the citizens of Dover to recognize the accomplishments and contributions of government employees at all levels.
Mr. Bob Hogan, from the Internal Revenue Service, accepted the Proclamation and relayed his appreciation on behalf of all public servants.
PROCLAMATION - ARBOR DAY
The City Clerk read into the record the following Proclamation:
WHEREAS, in 1872 J. Sterling Morton proposed that a special day be set aside for the planting of trees; and
WHEREAS, this holiday, called Arbor Day, is observed throughout the nation and the world; and
WHEREAS, the City of Dover was once again named a Tree City USA for 1992 by the National Arbor Day Foundation, recognizing Dover for it’s outstanding urban forestry program; and
WHEREAS, trees can reduce the erosion of our precious topsoil by wind and water, reduce heating and cooling costs, moderate the temperature, clean the air, produce oxygen and provide habitat for wildlife; and
WHEREAS, the City of Dover once again received trees through the President’s “America the Beautiful” national tree planting program; and
WHEREAS, trees in our City increase property values, enhance the economic vitality of business areas, and beautify our community; and
WHEREAS, a community’s tree planting program is a living memorial to the citizens’ concerns for the quality of life.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, AARON O. KNOPF, MAYOR OF THE CITY OF DOVER, do hereby proclaim April 30, 1993 as “Arbor Day” in the City of Dover and urge all citizens to support the efforts to care for our trees and woodlands.
FURTHER, as the City of Dover plants trees on public property, I urge all citizens to plant trees on private property to enhance the environment and promote the well-being of present and future generations.
Mr. John Pitts, Chairman of the Parks and Recreation Committee, presented the Proclamation to Mr. Don Knox, Director of Community Services, and to Mr. William Cooper, Grounds Superintendent. Ms. Connie Zipper, Urban Forester for the State of Delaware presented tot he City of Dover, on behalf of the National Arbor Day Foundation, a Plague recognizing the City of Dover as a Tree City, USA for 1992. Mr. Cooper announced that tree plantings will be held at the Dover Park at 1:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. at the Silver Lake Park and invited all to participate.
RESOLUTION - COLONEL DOYLE E. BRADY - RETIREMENT
By motion of Mr. Lambert, seconded by Mr. Leary, Council unanimously adopted the following Resolution:
WHEREAS, Colonel Doyle E. Brady arrived at Dover Air Force Base in March 1990 where he assumed duties as deputy commander of the 436th Combat Support Group and in September 1991 became commander. The Group was later designated the 436th Support Group; and
WHEREAS, during his assignment, Colonel Brady shared command responsibilities for a 3,734 acres installation with more than $4.4 billion worth of facilities and aircraft, an annual budget of more than $91 million, and a population of more than 16,000 active duty and reserve military personnel, civilian employees, dependents, and retirees; and
WHEREAS, Colonel Brady’s leadership in garnering widespread community support for Dover Air Force Base personnel during Operation DESERT SHIELD/STORM was recognized by the State of Delaware House of Representatives in Concurrent Resolution Number 48; and
WHEREAS, with only four months to plan, Colonel Brady directed and executed the most successful air show in Dover Air Force Base history, the 50th Anniversary Air Show, drawing more than 100,000 visitors to the base; and
WHEREAS, Colonel Brady successfully coordinated with USO World Headquarters to establish the first-ever USO facility at Dover Air Force Base, which now provides a welcome atmosphere for more than 60,000 transient troops yearly; and
WHEREAS, after 25 years of dedicated service to the Air Force, Colonel Brady has chosen to retire.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and Council of the City of Dover express their sincere appreciation to Colonel Doyle E. Brady for his outstanding contributions to the citizens of Dover and wish he and his family a happy and peaceful retirement.
ADOPTED: April 26, 1993
Mr. Tudor relayed special appreciation to Colonel Brady for his contribution to our community. During Desert Storm, Dover Air Force Base brought a tremendous number of citizens to the area to leave from Dover Air Force Base. Dover has no USO and was required to handle this matter alone. Colonel Brady worked diligently with the community in providing for the necessities involved with such a program. Many individuals passed through Dover during this period and left with a feeling of a caring and wonderful City.
Council President Christiansen announced that the Resolution and a Dover Cup were being presented to Colonel Doyle this evening by Mayor Knopf.
PUBLIC HEARING - SALE OF CITY PROPERTY LOCATED OFF OF DOVER KENTON ROAD - MAPLE DALE COUNTRY CLUB
During the April 12, 1993 Council Meeting, members considered a proposed Agreement of Sale that was submitted by the Maple Dale Country Club (MDCC) to purchase a two (2) acre parcel of City owned land, located near the entrance of the MDCC. The property is encumbered by a deed restriction prohibiting residential use until June 2008. This restriction was placed by the MDCC who originally owned the property. The City acquired the property in 1970 in exchange for water service to the MDCC. The City intended to use the property to house a water tower which was subsequently placed on another City parcel. The City Assessor informed Council that the property is currently a non-productive, tax exempt parcel that is maintained by the City. Since the property is surrounded by property owned by the MDCC, it would be useful only to them.
Council accepted the recommendation of the Legislative and Finance Committee that we move forward with the Agreement of Sale with the MDCC for the sale of the two acre parcel of land and that a public hearing be set for April 26, 1993. The City Assessor stated that MDCC offered to purchase the parcel for $40,000. Two independent opinions of value were received and both placed a value of $35,000 for the parcel. If the Agreement of Sale is approved, a 30' rear utility easement will be maintained by the City of Dover, which is included in the Sales Agreement.
Council President Christiansen declared the public hearing open.
There was no one present wishing to speak for or against the proposed sale of the property.
Council President Christiansen declared the public hearing closed.
Mr. Levitt moved to approve the Proposal of Sale with MDCC and authorized City staff to move forward with the sale of the parcel. The motion was seconded by Mr. Pitts and carried by a roll call vote of seven (7) yes, and one (1) abstention (Mr. Leary), with Mr. Hare absent.
UTILITY COMMITTEE REPORT
The Utility Committee met on April 13, 1993 with Chairman Daisey presiding.
Request for Annexation - Acorn Lane - Robert Adkins
A request was received from Sandra and Robert Adkins to annex their property located on the east side of Acorn Lane, containing approximately .61 acres. The applicants wish to access the City water and sewer system due to problems with their current septic system. Since the requested annexation is for a single family home, the City Planner is authorized by the Planning Commission and Council to make a recommendation directly to Council on the annexation and zoning for the property. The Planner recommended approval of the annexation request, with a zoning classification of R-20. The Comprehensive Plan recommends medium density residential uses.
The committee recommended that the property located on Acorn Lane, owned by Robert and Sandra Adkins, be annexed into the City of Dover, with a zoning designation of R-20, and that an annexation referendum be set for June 3, 1993.
Mr. Daisey moved for approval of the committee’s recommendation, seconded by Mr. Lambert and unanimously carried.
Bond Engineers - Work Arrangements
The engineer firm of Middle West Service Company has performed the service of bond engineer for many years. The scope of work conforms with the provisions of the bond resolutions. They submitted proposals for a three year period, as follows:
May 1993 Report for 1993/94 - $12,500
May 1994 Report for 1994/95 - $13,100 to $13,900
May 1995 Report for 1995/96 - $13,800 to $14,800
City staff has checked the fees with other service companies and have found the above figures favorable to the City. The fees for 1994 and 1995 are within ranges due to possible changes in personnel and usage of time. The caps are provided and actual fees will be negotiated by City staff and will be provided to City Council.
The committee recommended approval of the appointment of Middle West Service Company as the City’s bond engineers for the next three years, at the above quoted fees.
Mr. Daisey moved for approval of the committee’s recommendation, seconded by Mr. Salters and carried by a unanimous roll call vote (Mr. Hare absent).
Request for Easement - Diamond State Telephone Company - White Oak Road at Nimitz Road
A request was received from Diamond State Telephone Company to purchase an easement on City property at the intersection of White Oak and Nimitz Roads. City staff has met with the telephone company officials and have agreed upon a site (legal survey and description are on file with the Office of the City Clerk). The easement will be used for a remote terminal and associated cables. The Diamond State Telephone Company has offered the City $1,000 for the easement.
The committee recommended that the City grant the requested easement to Diamond State Telephone Company for property at White Oak and Nimitz Roads, as more fully described in the legal description, for a fee of $1,000.
Mr. Daisey moved for approval of the committee’s recommendation, seconded by Mr. Salters and carried by a unanimous roll call vote (Mr. Hare absent).
Scarborough Road - 12kV Relocation
The Scarborough Road project is a State of Delaware, reimbursement project. Bids were requested for the relocation of 12kV distribution lines along a portion of Route #13. It is to include all poles and equipment and adjustment of service lines. The low bid was received from Alfred J. Fry III, Inc. in the amount of $34,818. The City will be reimbursed by the State for approximately 90% of the project costs.
The committee recommended that the bid be awarded to Alfred J. Fry III, Inc., in the amount of $34,818, for the relocation of 12kV distribution lines along a portion of Route #13 in conjunction with the Scarborough Road project.
Mr. Daisey moved for approval of the committee’s recommendation, seconded by Mr. Lambert and carried by a unanimous roll call vote (Mr. Hare absent).
1993 Street/Tar Ditch Project
The committee discussed the confusion encountered by Council during a negative vote on funding for the 1993 Street/Tar Ditch Project. Since there was much confusion on the project, the committee recommended that each item in the project be considered individually.
Mr. Daisey moved for approval of the committee’s recommendation, seconded by Mr. Lambert and unanimously carried.
Mr. Worley explained that there are 10 items in the project, totalling $940,0000, as follows:
1992/93 Street Resurfacing Program
“ Curb Program
“ Residential Alley Resurfacing Program
“ Commercial Alley Resurfacing Program
“ Sidewalk Program
“ Handicapped Ramp Program
Tar Ditch Improvements - Phase II
Tar Ditch Improvements from Division St. to Forest St.
Repaving of the P.W. II Entrance Road
* Maintenance Storage Building
* Repaving Spruance Road
Mr. Lambert explained that all of the projects, with the exception of those marked with (*) were a part of the 1992/93 fiscal year budget. The storage building and Spruance Road paving are programs approved by Council and were added to the bond referendum since the addition of the two programs creates a very small difference in the cost of the bond issue. Mr. Lambert reminded Council that the above items deal with maintenance and repair and are critically important.
Mr. Lambert moved to approve the bond issue in the amount of $940,000, as recommended by staff. The motion was seconded by Mr. Levitt and carried by a unanimous roll call vote (Mr. Hare absent).
Mr. Daisey moved for acceptance of the Utility Committee Report, seconded by Mr. Salters and unanimously carried.
LEGISLATIVE AND FINANCE COMMITTEE
The Legislative and Finance Committee met on April 13, 1993 with Chairman Levitt presiding.
Since very little action was taken by the committee on the following matters, Mr. Levitt moved for approval by consent. The motion was seconded by Mr. Leary and unanimously carried:
Remarks - Gary Danek - Traffic at LePores Road - Concerns of poor visibility on LePores Road due to parked vehicles at Kirby & Holloway Restaurant will be forwarded to the DelDOT.
Guidelines for Council Open Forum Sessions - Mr. Leary will accept recommendations for proposed guidelines for Council Open Forum Sessions. He will report to the committee at a later date.
Proposed Procedure - Sale and Disposition of Excess City Land - The City Assessor will continue with preparation of a proposed procedure for the sale and disposition of excess City land. He will report back to the committee at a later date.
Review of Capital Improvement Plan - General Government Section - Committee reviewed the general government section of the CIP. Official action will be taken by Council during budget approval.
Travel Policy - Proposed Amendments
The City’s travel policy has been in existence since 1982. The mileage and meal allowance rates were revised in 1989. Mr. Mike Karia, Finance Director/Treasurer, submitted a proposed revised travel policy. The revised policy would increase the mileage for personal car use from 21 cents to 23 cents per mile. It would increase the daily meal allowance from $35 (plus tips/taxes) per day to $50 (including tips/taxes) per day. Minor changes were made to other sections strictly for the sake of clarity. It was noted by Mr. Karia that the policy covers City of Dover employees and does not cover elected officials.
Committee members questions the advisability of requiring receipts for meals rather than accepting a flat rate since it takes administrative time to track and verify receipts. Mr. Karia stated that he reviewed the policies of many other governmental agencies and he felt that the requirement for receipts is the better policy. Members also suggested that the policy should cover elected officials as well as City employees.
Mr. Hare questioned the meal allowance, stating that in large cities, it would be impossible to eat three meals for less than $50, especially if you must eat in your hotel. He also disagreed with the requirement of receipts for meals, stating that the administration of the plan would be too costly.
The committee recommended approval of the revised Travel Policy as submitted.
Mr. Levitt moved for approval of the revised Travel Policy as submitted by the Finance Director (and as on file with the Office of the City Clerk). The motion was seconded by Mr. Daisey and carried by a unanimous roll call vote (Mr. Hare absent). Mr. Levitt stated that there would be further review in future Legislative and Finance Committee meetings to determine how the policy should effect elected officials.
Amendments - Flood Damage Prevention Code - Chapter 7.5 of Dover Code
At the request of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), minor amendments to the City’s Flood Damage Prevention Code Ordinance were submitted by Mr. DePrima. The purpose of the amendments is to keep the City’s Code current with federal regulations so that properties within the City’s boundaries are eligible for the flood insurance under the National Flood Insurance Program that is operated by FEMA.
The amendments require that manufactured homes be placed on a “permanent” foundation above the base flood level, in a flood plain. Currently, the ordinance allows them to be on compacted fill or pilings. The amendment also adds three new definitions for “Basement”, “Lowest Floor”, “Recreational Vehicle” and “Substantial Damage”.
The committee recommended approval of the proposed amendments to Chapter 7.5 of the Dover Code, Flood Damage Prevention Code.
Mr. Levitt moved for approval of the committee’s recommendation, noting that approval of the first reading of the ordinance will take place during the latter part of the meeting. The motion was seconded by Mr. Daisey and unanimously carried.
Public Information Officer
One of the 1992-93 goals of City Council was to consider the creation of a City Public Information Officer position. This function is presently conducted in a decentralized manner throughout the City organization. The City Manager generally serves as a spokesman for the City. The Police Department has a designated officer who responds to press inquires. Department heads respond to news media calls about specific issues that occur in their departments. City elected officials respond to individual calls from the news media and occasionally write articles for the newspaper. Mr. Worley reported several problems with the present policy. Quite often, several people respond to the news media on the same issue and consequently, conflicting information is often distributed. There is general planned communication with the public through regular press releases. It was felt that the solution to the problem is the creation of the Public Information Officer position. This would centralize the public information function. Mr. Worley provided members with a copy of a proposed job description and salary grade of GM-23.
With the tightness of the City’s budget, Mr. Worley recommended that Council not approve the position of a Public Information Officer at this time. He strongly recommended that Council consider the position for the 1994/95 fiscal year, feeling that such a position would be very valuable to the City. In the interim, staff recommended that utility bills be sent out in envelopes which would give the City an excellent means of occasionally communicating with the public through inserts. The estimated cost of such a program would be $40,000 including the cost of monthly increase.
Mr. Leary stated his opinion that using the utility billing system to send out informational inserts is an excellent way to communicate with the public. Mr. Levitt suggested the use of the local Cable Company to get information to the public such as meeting notices and informational news letters. Mr. Tudor reminded the committee that the City serves many customers outside the City limits and mailing the inserts to them would be a waste of postage since the information would generally not effect those living outside the City.
In light of the fact that the City is trying to keep costs downs, Mr. Salters suggested that other alternatives be investigated.
The committee recommended that no action be taken for the 1993/94 fiscal year, but that staff include the item in the 1994/95 fiscal year budget proposal for closer review by Council.
Mr. Levitt moved for approval of the committee’s recommendation, seconded by Mr. Salters and unanimously carried.
City Mission
Since the 1992/93 City Mission was never fully discussed nor approved, Mr. Worley requested the committee’s review.
After discussing a proposed mission for 1992/93, the committee recommended “Community Excellence through Quality Service - Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow”.
Mr. Levitt moved for approval of the committee’s recommendation, seconded by Mr. Daisey and unanimously carried.
Mr. Levitt moved for acceptance of the Legislative and Finance Committee Report, seconded by Mr. Salters and unanimously carried.
PARKS AND RECREATION COMMITTEE REPORT
The Parks and Recreation Committee met on April 13, 1993 with Chairman Pitts presiding.
Public Restrooms - Downtown
In the past, the committee has addressed the matter of public restrooms in the downtown area. During the January 12th committee meeting, Mr. Tom Smith requested that he be given an opportunity to allow the new Downtown Main Street Manager to review the issue of public restrooms downtown. A letter was received from Nanette Hagen, Main Street Manager, and Mr. Tom Smith, President. They recommended that portable restrooms not be installed in downtown, but that the public be educated on the availability of public restrooms in the area and that the Loockerman Way park be closed after 10:00 p.m. to prevent loitering, illegal activity and unacceptable behavior.
Since the March 24th letter was written by Ms. Hagen, she discovered that public urination is a problem not only in Loockerman Way, but throughout the downtown area. They feel that the type of person engaging in such an unacceptable manner would not walk to a permanent or portable facility regardless of its close proximity. They, therefore, strongly suggest that the Police Department continue patrolling the area during the evening hours and that access through Loockerman Way be closed after 10:00 p.m. She felt that if the police would give this area extra attention for a few weeks and made some arrests, the word would get out that the City will not tolerate this type of behavior and it would stop.
Mr. Salters felt that the matter is a social issue that can only be solved by public education.
The committee recommended acceptance of the letter from Ms. Nanette Hagen and Mr. Tom Smith.
Responding to a question by Mr. Tudor, Chief J.R. Smith stated his opinion that closing Loockerman Way is not the solution to the problem. Closing off Loockerman Way would only inconvenience those that legitimately use the walkway. Chief Smith suggested that the Police Department be allowed to continue their foot patrol in the area.
Council took no further action on this matter.
Review of Capital Improvement Plan - Parks and Recreation Sections
The committee reviewed the Parks and Recreation sections of the Capital Improvement Plan. Official action by Council will take place during approval of the 1993/94 budget.
The committee had discussions on the proposed use of Park Fund escrow funds, with staff feeling that the funds are to be used for the development of new park facilities. Mr. Hare felt that the parkland funds should be used for both new and existing parks. The City Manager stated that the City has no clear guidelines on the use of the funds.
Mr. Salters moved that the City Solicitor review the policy for proper expenditure of the funds for a report back to the committee. The motion was seconded by Mr. Leary and unanimously carried.
Mr. Pitts moved for acceptance of the Parks and Recreation Committee Report, seconded by Mr. Leary and unanimously carried.
CITY MANAGER’S SEMI-ANNUAL INSPECTION - ROBBINS HOSE COMPANY
City Code required that the City Manager inspect the Robbins Hose Company twice per year for a report to Council. Mr. Worley performed a full inspection of the Robbins Hose Company facility on S. Governors Avenue on April 5, 1993. He reported that the facility is in excellent condition. Recruitment is still on the rise which is a credit to the current officers.
Referring to a comment in the report that the department continues to have problems with malfunctioning automatic alarms, Mr. Lambert asked the City Manager for recommendation. Mr. Worley stated that the Fire Department may want to look at penalty fees for malfunctioning alarms. Mr. Tudor stated that in many cases the problem lies with the alarm reporting company rather than with the alarm system. Council President Christiansen stated that the Fire Safety Regulation Committee plans to submit a proposed ordinance to Council for action.
Mr. Levitt moved for acceptance of the report by the City Manager on the Robbins Hose Company, seconded by Mr. Lambert and unanimously carried.
MONTHLY REPORTS - MARCH
Mr. Salters moved for approval of the following reports for the month of April. The motion was seconded by Mr. Levitt and unanimously carried:
Chief of Police Report
Building Inspector and Fire Marshal Report
City Assessor Report
City Alderman Report
J. P. Court #7 Report
City Managers Report
General Fund, Cash Receipts & Budget Reports
Water/Sewer Fund, Revenue & Budget Reports
Electric Revenue Fund, Revenue & Budget Reports
Improvement and Extension Fund, Cash Receipts & Budget Reports
Internal Service Fund, Revenue & Budget Report
APPOINTMENT - ACTING CITY MANAGER
Due to the resignation of the City Manager, R. Thomas Worley, City Council must appoint an Acting City Manager to serve until the appointment of a City Manager. Mr. Salters moved that Assistant City Manager, Alisa Swain, be appointed to serve as Acting City Manager, effective 4:00 p.m. on April 30, 1993. The motion was seconded by Mr. Lambert and unanimously carried.
FIRST READING - PROPOSED ORDINANCE
Mr. Leary moved to waive the reading of the proposed ordinance before Council, seconded by Mr. Lambert and unanimously carried. Council President Christiansen reminded the public that copies of the proposed ordinance are available at the entrance to 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 May 10, 1993.
Mr. Leary moved for acknowledgment of the first reading of the following proposed ordinances, by title only, seconded by Mr. Lambert and unanimously carried:
CHAPTER 7.5 OF DOVER CODE - FLOOD DAMAGE PREVENTION CODE
(Referred by the Legislative and Finance Committee Finance Committee)
Prior to adjourning into the Open Forum, Mr. Levitt requested an opportunity to make a few remarks since it is his last official meeting. Mr. Levitt offered the following:
“This is my last official meeting as a Dover Councilman. It has been a privilege