REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
The Regular Council Meeting was held on March 11, 1991 at 7:30 p.m. with Council President Christiansen presiding. Members present were Councilmen Hall, Daisey, Levitt, Pitts, Salters, Lynn, Weyandt and VanSant.
Council staff members present were Chief Hutchison, Mr. Lucas, Mr. Worley, Fire Chief Hurley, Mr. Cregar, Mrs. Boaman and Mr. Rodriguez.
The invocation was given by Reverend Howe, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.
AGENDA ADDITIONS/DELETIONS
By motion of Mr. Weyandt, seconded by Mr. Hall, the agenda was unanimously accepted.
ADOPTION OF MINUTES
The Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of February 25, 1991 were unanimously approved by motion of Mr. VanSant, seconded by Mr. Weyandt and bore the written approval of Mayor Richter.
The Minutes of the Special Council Meeting of February 26, 1991 were unanimously approved by motion of Mr. VanSant, seconded by Mr. Salters and bore the written approval of Mayor Richter.
RESOLUTION - RETIREMENT OF CONRAD T. HEBERT
By motion of Mr. Salters, seconded by Mr. Hall, Council unanimously adopted the following Resolution:
WHEREAS, Conrad T. Hebert began his employment with the City of Dover on September 11, 1961 when he was hired as a Shift Supervisor for the McKee Run Power Plant and served in that capacity during the construction of Units #1 and #2; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Hebert was promoted to the Power Plant Superintendent in 1971 and was in charge of the construction of Unit #3 which began in 1972; and
WHEREAS, in order to keep abreast of the latest technology, Mr. Hebert has attended many seminars and classes in the electrical field; and
WHEREAS, after more than 30 years of service with the City of Dover, Mr. Conrad Hebert has chosen to retire.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and Council of the City of Dover extend their deepest gratitude to Conrad T. Hebert for his contribution to our community, highly commending him for the manner in which he carried out his duties for the City of Dover Electric Department.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Mayor and Council direct the City Clerk to make this Resolution a part of the permanent records of the City of Dover as a lasting symbol of appreciation for the services of Conrad T. Hebert.
ADOPTED: March 11, 1991
RESOLUTION - RETIREMENT OF ROBERT E. CLEGG. SR
By motion of Mr. Hall, seconded by, Mr. Daisey, Council unanimously adopted the following Resolution:
WHEREAS, Robert E. Clegg, Sr. was hired by the City of Dover as a Dispatcher on April 12, 1968; and
WHEREAS, during his employment with the City of Dover, Mr. Clegg was promoted to Mechanic III and then to Sign/Street Painter in the Public Works Department; and
WHEREAS, after 23 years of dedicated service, Mr. Robert Clegg has chosen to retire, following in his father's footsteps, who retired from the City of Dover in 1981.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and Council wish Robert E. Clegg , Sr. a happy and healthy retirement and extend their appreciation for the manner in which he carried out his duties as a City of Dover employee.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Clerk is hereby directed to make this Resolution a part of the permanent records of the City of Dover as a lasting symbol of appreciation for the dedicated service of Robert E. Clegg, Sr.
ADOPTED: March 11, 1991
PRESENTATION - STORER CABLE COMMUNICATIONS
Representing Storer Cable Communications, General Manager Jeff Carlson made the following presentations on behalf of Storer Cable Communications and the Arts and Entertainment Cable Network. He presented a television, video cassette recorder, videotapes, and books to the City of Dover Public Library. The gifts, valued at $2,500, were accepted by Councilman Levitt on behalf of the Friends of the Library.
In a second presentation, Mr. Donald Parks, Vice-President of Dover Arts Council, accepted a $1,000 check for a high school scholarship program, to be determined at a later date. Mr. Parks announced that the money will be set aside to help pay for a program in the arts field for an area high school student.
PUBLIC HEARING - REZONING - EDITH W. FOX
A public hearing was duly advertised for this time and place to consider rezoning of property located on the northeasterly side of New Burton Road, owned by Edith W. Fox.
Planner's Review
The site consists of 0.41 +/- acres of land zoned R-8 (Single Family Residence) and is occupied by a one story frame house. The applicant, Edward Albertson, has requested rezoning to C-1 (Neighborhood Commercial) to permit the establishment of an appliance service and repair business on the premises. If the rezoning is approved, a proposed addition to the structure would require Site Plan Approval by the Planning Commission.
The Planning Commission unanimously recommended approval of the rezoning request. In making this recommendation, the Planning Commission, took into consideration that the subject site is a stand alone, single-family residential property, situated between a higher density multi-family development to the immediate north and commercial development immediately to the south. Although the eastern most portion of the site abuts two (2) lots within the Wedgwood Subdivision, because of its triangular configuration and positioning on New Burton Road, the area of petition is disassociated with the single-family residential areas to the east and southeast. The Comprehensive Plan recommends that this parcel be utilized for Open Space purposes. The Planning Commission differs with the Comprehensive Plan on this issue largely because of the existing land uses in the area and the accompanying zoning mix of higher density residential, commercial and industrial zoning along New Burton Road in this vicinity. Because these uses have long been established in this area, the potential for this area to be reserved for Open Space purposes has been greatly reduced.
Correspondence
The City Clerk reported that no correspondence was received on the proposed rezoning.
Public Hearing
Council President Christiansen declared the hearing open.
Councilman Hall stated that he attended a recent meeting of the Mayfair/Crossgates/Wedgwood Civic Association where the proposed rezoning was discussed. There were no objections expressed to the proposed rezoning request.
Mr. Kirk Albertson, representing Albertson Appliances, requested approval of the rezoning request. He explained that the business has grown to the point that a larger facility is necessary. He assured members of Council that their business will be conducted in an orderly, clean, and honest fashion, and will be an asset to the community.
Council President Christiansen declared the hearing closed.
Mr. Hall moved for approval of the rezoning request in accordance with the recommendation of the Planning Commission including their comments relative to the Comprehensive Plan. The motion was seconded by Mr. VanSant and by a unanimous roll call vote (Mr. Pitts and Mr. Lynn absent), Council approved the rezoning request and adopted the following ordinance:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE AND ZONING OF THE CITY OF DOVER BY CHANGING THE ZONING DESIGNATION OF PROPERTY LOCATED ON THE NORTH EASTERLY SIDE OF NEW BURTON ROAD, NORTH OF GARTON ROAD.
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 R-8 (Single-'Family Residential) to C-1 (Neighborhood Commercial).
NOW, THEREFORE. BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE 'CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
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 R-8 to C-1 on that property located on the north easterly side of New Burton Road, north of Garton Road, owned by Edith W. Fox.
ADOPTED: March 11, 1991
PUBLIC HEARING AND FINAL READINGS - LAND SUBDIVISION REGULATIONS
A public hearing was duly advertised for this time and place to consider adoption of proposed amendments to the Land Subdivision Regulations. Council President Christiansen explained that the amendments were submitted to Council for a First Reading on February 11, 1991.
Mr. VanSant moved to waive a full reading of the ordinances and to consider adoption by title only. The motion was seconded by Mr. Daisey and unanimously carried.
Planner's Review
The City Planner explained that the proposed amendments are a result of the combined efforts of City staff to clarify the language used in specific sections of the Land Subdivision Regulations. The amendments will bring the sections up to date with current operating policies and will establish criteria to allow the City to be proactive in regards to moving developers forward in completing and dedicating required improvements in subdivisions. The Planning Commission recommended approval of the proposed amendments.
Council President Christiansen declared the public hearing open.
There was no one present wishing to speak during the public hearing.
Council President Christiansen declared the public hearing closed.
By motion of Mr. VanSant, seconded by Mr. Weyandt, Council adopted the following ordinance by a unanimous roll call vote (Mr. Pitts and Mr. Lynn absent):
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
Amend Article III (Definitions), by deleting Paragraph J (Scale and Dimensions) in its' entirety.
ADOPTED: March 11, 1991
By motion of Mr. VanSant, seconded by Mr. Weyandt, Council adopted the following ordinance by a unanimous roll call vote (Mr. Pitts and Mr. Lynn absent):
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
Amend Article IV, Section C. Paragraph 9, Subsection a). by deleting the first sentence of this subsection and adding in lieu thereof the following underlined words:
"Should the subdivider desire that a Certificate of Occupancy be issued prior to completion of all required improvements to the satisfaction of the City Manager, the subdivider shall furnish the City Manager with a completion guaranty in the amount of one hundred and fifty (150) percent of the cost of all uncompleted improvements and in a form satisfactory to the City Manager. Said completion guaranty shall be in effect until such time as the dedication of all streets. easements and other public areas are accepted by City Council. To qualify...”
ADOPTED: March 11, 1991
By motion of Mr. VanSant, seconded by Mr. Weyandt, Council adopted the following ordinance by a unanimous roll call vote (Mr. Pitts and Mr. Lynn absent):
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
Amend Article IV, Section C, Paragraph 9. Subsection a) by deleting Item (2) c. and by placing in lieu thereof the following:
“c. Asphalt base course is in place."
ADOPTED: March 11, 1991
By motion of Mr. VanSant, seconded by Mr. Weyandt, Council adopted the following ordinance by a unanimous roll call vote (Mr. Pitts and Mr. Lynn absent):
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
Amend Article IV, Section C, Paragraph 9, Subsection a), Item (2). by adding the following subsection:
"d. Street lights, street signs and traffic control signs are in place and operational."
ADOPTED:March 11, 1991
By motion of Mr. VanSant, seconded by Mr. Weyandt, Council adopted the following ordinance by a unanimous roll call vote (Mr. Pitts and Mr. Lynn absent):
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
Amend Article IV, Section C, Paragraph 9, Subsection a), by adding a new Item as follows:
"6) The total amount of the completion bond may be reduced from the required one hundred and fifty (150) percent at any time during its' effective period, provided that at all times it is for an amount not less than one hundred and fifty (150) percent of the cost of work remaining to be completed. At no time shall the completion guaranty be permitted to be reduced to an amount less than ten (10) percent of the total cost of all public improvements."
ADOPTED: March 11, 1991
By motion of Mr. VanSant, seconded by Mr. Weyandt, Council adopted the following ordinance by a unanimous roll call vote (Mr. Pitts and Mr. Lynn absent):
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
Amend Article IV, Section C, by adding a new paragraph as follows:
"11) Public improvements shall be dedicated to the City within two (2) years following the date of issuance of the first Certificate of Occupancy for a dwelling unit in the subdivision, or phase of subdivision. If public improvements are not dedicated to the City within the two (2) year period, the City Manager shall have the authority to order that all City services, including utility services, be provided to all residences within the subdivision and to charge the Developer a fee, to be paid to the City of Dover, of five dollars (S5.00) per day per dwelling unit within the subdivision to which services, including utility services, are provided until all public improvements are dedicated to and accepted by the City."
ADOPTED: March 11, 1991
LEGISLATIVE AND FINANCE COMMITTEE REPORT
The Legislative and Finance Committee met on February 26, 1991 with Chairman Weyandt presiding.
Single Audit Report
The Single Audit Act of 1984 requires an annual audit of the internal controls and compliance in relation to the Federal grants received by the City. Although the Act requires such a report for Federal Grants only, State Grants were included to make the report more comprehensive.
The Auditors have concluded that the City has adequate internal controls. Although there were no material weaknesses, the auditors made the following recommendations:
1) Billing entries should be checked more carefully
2) Bank reconciliation should be done on a more timely basis
3) Subsidiary controls need to be maintained more, effectively
Mr. Karia assured members that he will be discussing these items with the appropriate departments to implement corrective actions and will make a report to City Council.
The committee recommended acceptance of the Single Audit Report for the fiscal year 1990.
Mr. Weyandt moved for acceptance of the Single Audit Report for the fiscal year 1990, seconded by Mr. Salters and unanimously carried.
Review of Public Hearing Comments - FY91 CDBG Funds
Since 1981 the City of Dover has chosen to focus its community development efforts on the revitalization of existing sub-standard housing. To date, more than 136 such units have received rehabilitation assistance to concur with the local housing code. The funds have also assisted in the removal of vacant dilapidated dwellings that once plagued various areas of the City with slum and blight conditions. These past neighborhood improvements have made decent, safe, and sanitary living conditions to Dover residents.
As authorized by Council, Community Development staff conducted an administrative public hearing on February 14, 1991. The hearing was held in order to provide any interested citizen the opportunity to offer their comments and concerns regarding the City of Dover's use of the FY 91/92 Community Development Block Grant Funds.
Councilman Pitts attended the hearing relaying his concern for the two vacant houses on South Queen Street which is heir property. He suggested that City inspectors continue to put pressure on the owners to board or rehabilitate the houses. Mrs. Daniels also reported that a letter was received from the Ruth N. Dorsey Shelter requesting funding through the Emergency Shelter Grant Program.
Given the proven benefits of the Community Development Program and continued need for rehabilitation of sub-standard dwellings, staff recommended that a request of $165,690 in Community Development Block Grant Funds and S16,000 in Emergency Shelter Grant Funds be made to the State of Delaware Division of Housing and Community Development for the purpose of providing continued housing rehabilitation, demolition assistance, and public shelter facility rehabilitation as requested by Ruth N. Dorsey Shelter staff.
The City has been notified that the State has changed the requirements whereby a minimum of two public hearings are required. A second public hearing has been scheduled for March 14, 1991. Noting that March 29, 1991 is the deadline for submission of the grant, it will be necessary for staff to report the results of the second public hearing directly to City Council at their March 25, 1991 meeting.
Mr. Weyandt moved that staff be authorized to request $165,690 in Community Development Block Grant Funds and $16,000 in Emergency Shelter Grant Funds from the State of Delaware Division of Housing and Community Development for the purpose of providing continued housing rehabilitation, demolition assistance, and public shelter facility rehabilitation as requested by the Ruth N. Dorsey Shelter, stipulating that final action will be taken by Council during their March 25, 1991 meeting, after hearing comments from the second administrative public hearing. The motion was seconded by Mr. Salters and unanimously carried.
Mr. Weyandt requested that staff submit to the Legislative and Finance Committee an itemized report detailing the Administrative Expenses in the CDBG Fund.
Land Subdivision Regulations Amendment to Article IV, Section C, Paragraph 5
The Legislative and Finance Committee considered several land subdivision regulation amendments during their January meeting. The committee recommended approval of all the amendments except Article IV, Section C. Paragraph 5. Council approved the committee's recommendations for all the proposed Subdivision Regulation Amendments, with the exception of Article IV, Section C, Paragraph 9.c, which was referred back to the committee for further review. Since the committee recommended no action on Article IV, Section C, Paragraph 5. Council took no official action and this amendment was not included in the ordinances proposed for a First Reading.
During the previous committee meeting, it was noted that the proposed amendment would require at least 75% of the lots within the subdivision to be developed. Mr. Cregar had explained that some developers choose to sell portions of the subdivision. It was Mr. Lynn's suggestion that "or property transfers" be included in the amendment.
The committee recommended approval of the proposed amendment to Article IV, Section C, Paragraph 5, with the suggested revision.
Noting that the Solicitor recently amended an ordinance to delete the word “cession", Mr. VanSant requested that this ordinance also delete the word, to state “... application for dedication of streets...”.
Mr. Weyandt moved for approval of the proposed amendment as revised by Mr. VanSant, noting that the first reading and setting of the public hearing will be taken care of under the heading "First Reading - Proposed Ordinances". The motion was seconded by Mr. VanSant and unanimously carried.
Article IV, Section C, Paragraph 9.c
During their meeting of February 11, 1991, Council considered the land subdivision regulation amendments to Article IV, Section C, Paragraph 9.c. Members of Council relayed their concern for expanding the period from 12 months to 24 months within which final plat approval would be considered valid and referred the amendment back to the committee for further review.
Noting that members of Council feel strongly in maintaining the 12 month time period, Mr. Cregar stated that staff would agree to a 12 month period provided the remainder of the amendment language remains as proposed.
The committee recommended approval of the proposed amendment to Article IV, Section C, Paragraph 9.c as revised to a "12 month period".
Mr. Weyandt moved for approval of the proposed amendment as revised, noting that the first reading and setting of the public hearing will be taken care of under the heading "First Reading - Proposed Ordinances". The motion was seconded by Mr. VanSant and unanimously carried.
Downtown Business Tax District
During the committee's January meeting, Mayor Richter introduced the concept of a business license tax district for the downtown area. The extra business fee would be utilized to pay for an office that promotes and takes care of those businesses located downtown.
Mayor Richter advised members that a majority of the members of Central Dover Business Association support the proposal. He feels that the downtown business community is prepared to work with the Legislative and Finance Committee to relay their feelings of the proposal.
The committee recommended that the Central Dover Business Association be requested to review the proposed ordinance and that a meeting be held with members of Council to work towards setting a public hearing.
Mr. Weyandt moved for approval of the committee's recommendation, seconded by Mr. Daisey and unanimously carried.
City Manager's Report
Referring to page 1.3, paragraph 3 and 4, of the City Manager's Report, the committee recommended that the City Manager be directed to correspond with the State to relay the City's concern with the proposal to create a $5 annual charge for each City water customer, feeling that this could create undesirable urban growth. Should the State create the impact fee, it was felt by the committee that collection of the fee should be the State's responsibility.
Regarding H. B. 102, the committee expressed opposition since developers would pay higher costs and would also pay for the development of roads outside the City since the Bill has only one benefit district in Kent County and no City-specific benefit district.
Mr. Weyandt moved for approval of the committee's recommendations, seconded by Mr. Daisey and unanimously carried.
Mr. Weyandt moved for acceptance of the Legislative and Finance Committee Report, seconded by Mr. Salters and unanimously carried.
PARKS AND RECREATION COMMITTEE
The Parks and Recreation Committee met on February 27, 1991 with Chairman Daisey presiding.
Oak Shadows - Parkland Requirement
During their January meeting, the committee deferred action on acceptance of parkland in Oak Shadows for further review by staff and the Planning Commission.
The proposed subdivision consists of approximately 33.39 +/- acres of land zoned R-8 (Single Family Residence), in which 29 homes will exist. The developer proposed to set aside 2.1689 +/- acres of land as a perpetual park and recreational area. Mr. Simpson also requested that the land be credited as fulfilling the open space requirement. The City Planner noted that the 2.1689 acres as open space is a reduction of land from the original concept of 2.81 acres.
The Planning staff and Parks and Recreation staff met and reviewed the open space proposal, but felt that it was unacceptable due to its shape and characteristics of upland wetlands.
Mr. Simpson believes that the land discussed for open space is too valuable and would prefer to make a cash donation of 10% of the fair market value (cash in-lieu-of land $6, 095) , understanding that 2.1 +/- acres, as indicated in his proposal, would still be identified as open space and maintained by the Condominium Association of Oak Shadows.
The Planning Commission voted to recommend that the 2.1689 +/- acres of land proposed by the developer is not acceptable as open space. The Commission did not offer a recommendation of a cash donation in-lieu-of land dedication.
After further opposition to staff Is recommendations, Mr. Simpson offered to give the City 10" cash in-lieu-of land and donate a portion for open space.
The committee recommended that Council accept the $6,095 cash in-lieu-of land, and the dedication of open space of up to one acre of ground with the location and final boundaries to be determined by Mr. Simpson and the Parks and Recreation Department.
Mr. Daisey moved for approval of the committee's recommendation, seconded by Mr. Hall and carried by a unanimous roll call vote (Mr. Pitts and Mr. Lynn absent).
Village of Northgate - Parkland Requirement
The Village of Northgate is located along the southeasterly corner of the intersection of Dennys Road and the Kenton Road which consists of 264.6 +/- acres of land zoned RM-1 (Medium Density Residential). The plan for Village of Northgate proposes a residential community of 116 townhouses, 12 multiplex condominiums and 247 single-family residential units to be built in three (3) phases. The plan proposes the establishment of 111.8 +/- acres of private open space consisting of several sizable open areas centrally located within the development as well as a significant area associated with the flood plain of the Mudstone Branch to remain wooded. A network of greenways link all open spaces and wooded areas throughout the development. In addition, the developer will construct improvements on the property which will benefit residents of the entire subdivision. Improvements will consist of such facilities as tennis courts, swimming pool, clubhouse and picnic area. All open spaces and facility improvements are to be maintained by the Village of Northgate Homeowners Association.
The developers requested that the City accept the establishment of private open space of approximately 31 acres (19%) and facility improvements for the subdivision as satisfying the City's requirement for open space or cash in-lieu-of open space.
The Planning Commission recommended that credit be given for the open spaces provided on the subdivision plan which will be reserved for the common use of all property owners within the proposed subdivision. Further, the Commission believes that the construction of additional recreational facilities should also be taken into consideration.
The committee recommended that Council give credit for the establishment of private open space and facility improvements for the subdivision as satisfying the City's requirement for open space or cash in-lieu-of open space.
Mr. Daisey moved for approval of the committee's recommendation, seconded by Mr. VanSant and carried by a roll, call vote of six (6) yes. one (1) no (Mr. Christiansen), with Mr. Pitts and Mr. Lynn absent.
Bike Path Conceptual Plan
At the Mayor's request, the City Planning Department, along with other City Departments, developed a city-wide bicycle path conceptual plan for future reference.
Mr. Mike Petit de Mange, City Planning Department, outlined the proposed bike path plan, noting that there are two small bike paths currently in existence (Route #8 and White Oak Road). A City wide bike path could not only provide convenience of access to neighborhoods, but it could be used for destination trips such as house to shopping stores, school, etc.
Identifying three (3) steps to the conceptual plan, Mr. Petit de Mange noted the following:
I. The Concept of the City Wide Bike Path Network was formalized in the Comprehensive Plan of 1986, Community Facilities Section.
II. Mayor Richter's request for a Conceptual City Wide Bike Path.
III. Methodology
a) Identifies Important Features/Areas of Interest
b) Identifies Existing Bike Path
c) Types of Bike Path
d) Conceptualized Several Major Circuits
e) Benefits to the Community
Referring to the committee minutes, Mr. Worley explained that staff recommended that a small portion of the bike path be developed in the area of the Schutte Park and that a report be prepared detailing costs for review and that a public hearing be held in the fall for public input.
Mr. Salters voiced concern, not for the construction of a bike path, but for the funding requirements of the plan, feeling that other projects may have a higher priority.
After considerable discussion, the committee recommended that staff continue with the bike path conceptual plan details and that a small portion of a bicycle path be developed in the area of the Schutte Park, noting that a public hearing will be held in the fall for public input on the full project and its costs.
Mr. Daisey moved for approval of the committee's recommendation, seconded by Mr. Weyandt and unanimously carried.
Naming of Saulsbury Road Park
Councilman Salters requested that the new park under development on Saulsbury Road be named in honor of the late Reverend J.H. Williams, Reverend Williams served as City of Dover Chaplain for over 25 years and was the long-time pastor of the Union Baptist Church.
Staff noted that there is an existing city park named "Williams Park" in the White Oak Farms/Towne Point developments, named after Senator John Williams. Having two parks with the same name could cause confusion to the public and to emergency responders such as police, fire and ambulance. Staff suggested that the park on Saulsbury Road be named "Saulsbury Road Park" in memory of Reverend J.H. Williams with specific signs to this effect.
Mr. Christiansen suggested that the park be dedicated to include the Union Baptist Church with which Reverend Williams was affiliated. It was recommended that the Park be named "Union Park" In memory of Reverend J.H. Williams. Mr. Weyandt felt that the name "Saulsbury Road Park" would be more easily identified by emergency personnel than "Union Park" which does not clearly identify it's location.
The committee recommended that the park on Saulsbury Road be named "Saulsbury Road Park" dedicated to the memory of Reverend J.H. Williams, with specific signs to this effect.
Mr. Daisey moved for approval of the committee's recommendation, seconded by Mr. Levitt and carried by a unanimous roll call vote (Mr. Pitts and Mr. Lynn absent).
Youth Advisory Committee Update
Ms. Carolyn Griffith, of the Parks and Recreation Department, reported the status of the Youth Advisory Committee's activities. Outlining the projects and the Youth Advisory members' concerns, Ms. Griffith stated that the Committee is researching events which would be beneficial for all age groups.
Having the different age groups of members on the Committee has been beneficial in gathering input from all schools and age levels. The Committee will be contemplating the possibility of presentations during upcoming Dover events such as Dover Days and the Duck Derby. There has been a wide variety of ideas from many members which were relayed by fellow students and friends.
The committee took no action.
Review of Parkland Policy
Mr. Jack Costello previously submitted a letter of concern to the City of Dover regarding the dedication of Parkland versus cash in-lieu-of land. Mr. Costello was concerned that the City was accepting cash in developments, feeling that parks are a vital part of the City.
Mr. Daisey outlined the policy of dedication of Parkland versus Cash in-lieu-of land.
There was no further action taken by the committee.
Mr. Daisey moved for acceptance of the Parks and Recreation Committee Report, seconded by Mr. Salters and unanimously carried.
APPEAL OF SIDEWALK REPAIR ASSESSMENT
A letter was received from Mr. & Mrs. Douglas VanSant appealing their sidewalk repair assessment for property located at 626 N. Governors Avenue.
Mr. VanSant moved that an appeal hearing be scheduled for March 25, 1991 at 7:300 p.m., seconded by Mr. Levitt and unanimously carried.
FINAL READING - PROPOSED ORDINANCES
The First Reading of the following proposed ordinances was accomplished during the Council Meeting of February 25, 1991.
By motion of Mr. VanSant, seconded by Mr. Salters, Council adopted the following ordinance by a unanimous roll call vote (Mr. Pitts and Mr. Lynn absent):
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
That the Dover Municipal Code is hereby amended as follows:
Chapter 5, Article II, Section 5-16 is amended by striking the first sentence in Subsection (a) and by inserting in its place the following:
(a)There is hereby adopted by reference that certain publication known as the BOCA National Building Code 1987 recommended by the Building Officials and Code Administrators International, Inc.
ADOPTED: March 11, 1991
By motion of Mr. VanSant, seconded by Mr. Salters, Council adopted the following ordinance by a unanimous roll call vote (Mr. Pitts and Mr. Lynn absent):
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
That the Dover Municipal Code is hereby amended as follows:
Chapter 5, Article IV, Section 5-56 is amended by striking the first sentence in Subsection (a) and by inserting in its place the following:
(a)There is hereby adopted by reference that certain publication known as the BOCA National Mechanical Code 1987, recommended by the Building Officials and Code Administrators International, Inc.
ADOPTED: March 11, 1991
By motion of Mr. VanSant, seconded by Mr. Salters, Council adopted the following ordinance by a unanimous roll call vote (Mr. Pitts and Mr. Lynn absent):
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
That the Dover Municipal Code is hereby amended as follows:
Chapter 5, Article V, Section 5-71 is amended by striking the first sentence in Subsection (a) and by inserting in its place the following:
(a)There is hereby adopted by reference that certain publication known as the BOCA National Plumbing Code 1987, recommended by the Building Officials and Code Administrators International, Inc.
ADOPTED: March 11, 1991
By motion of Mr. VanSant, seconded by Mr. Saltprs, Council adopted the following ordinance by a unanimous roll call vote (Mr. Pitts and Mr. Lynn absent):
Chapter 7, Article III, Section 7-56 is amended by striking the first sentence in Subsection (a) and by inserting in its place the following:
(a)There is hereby adopted by reference that certain publication known as the BOCA National Fire Prevention Code 1987, recommended by the Building Officials and Code Administrators International, Inc.
ADOPTED: March 11, 1991
By motion of Mr. VanSant, seconded by iMr. Salters, Council adopted the following ordinance by a unanimous roll call vote (Mr. Pitts and Mr. Lynn absent):
Chapter 5, Article III, Section 5-31 is amended by deleting Subsection (a) in its entirety and inserting in its place the following:
(a)There is hereby adopted by reference for the purpose of establishing rules and regulations for the installation, renewal, extension, and reception of electric wiring and electric apparatus in existing buildings, structures or outdoor electrical displays or signs, that certain Code known as the "National Electrical Code" as recommended by the National Fire Protection Association, being particularly the 1990 Edition thereof which not less than three (3) copes have been and now are filed in the office of the building inspector and the same is hereby adopted and incorporated as fully as if set out at length herein, and shall be controlling for all electrical wiring and apparatus in building, structures, or outdoor electrical displays; or signs within the city.
ADOPTED: March 11, 1991
FIRST READING - PROPOSED ORDINANCES
The First Reading was offered on the following ordinances. Since they are amendments to the Land Subdivision Regulations, a public hearing is required. Final action by Council take place during the Second Reading of the ordinances on April 8, 1991. Copies of all proposed ordinances can be obtained from the City Clerk's Office.
Mr. VanSant moved for acknowledgement of the first reading, by title only, of the following ordinances, seconded by Mr. Hall and unanimously carried:
A. Article IV, Section C, Paragraph