REGULAR MEETING
July 13, 1970
The regular meeting of City Council was held on Monday, July 13, 1970 at 7:30 P.M. with Mayor Carroll presiding. Members present were Messrs Biggs, Coyle, Hastings, Hayes, Holmes, Holpp, Legates and Walls.
MINUTES
The minutes of the regular meeting of City Council held on June 22, 1970 were accepted and bore the written approval of Mayor Carroll.
REPORTS
Chief of Police report for the month of June was accepted.
The Building Inspector and Fire Marshal report for the month of June was accepted.
Alderman Report for the month of June was accepted. Fines in the amount of $359.70 were remitted.
J. P. Court #7 report for the month of June was accepted. A check in the amount of $3,602.00 was remitted to the City of Dover.
Cash Receipts, General Fund, for the month of June was accepted.
Budget Report, General Fund, for the month of May was accepted.
Cash Receipts, Electric Revenue Fund, for the month of June was accepted.
Cash Receipts, Electric Improvement Fund, for the month of June was accepted.
City Manager Report for the month of June was accepted.
PROJECT 46 - SIDEWALK PROGRAM - 1970
Bids were received on the installation of sidewalks in the north section of town, as per a previous public hearing held before Council. There were four bids received, the low bid being $46,800, from Warren Brothers Construction Company. On motion of Mr. Holpp, seconded by Mr. Biggs, Council authorized the awarding of the bid on Project 46 to the low bidder, Warren Brothers Construction Company.
PROJECT 47 - ALLEY PAVING PROGRAM - 1970
Bids were received on the 1970 alley program. There were four bids received, the low bid being $40,542, that of W. B. Mitten & Sons. On motion of Mr. Holpp, seconded by Mr. Biggs, Council authorized the award of the contract on Project 47 to the low bidder, W. B. Mitten & Sons.
AMBULANCE BID
Bids were received on the purchase of a second ambulance. This bid were taken on a van type ambulance, to be used as a back-up o the ambulance now in service. There were five bids distributed, but only one bid was received at the bid opening. A bid of $8400 was received from the Wolfington Body Company. On motion of Mr. Hastings, seconded by Mr. Coyle, Council authorized the award of the purchase of the ambulance to the only bidder, Wolfington Body Company.
BUCKSON REZONING
A request has been received to rezone the property located on the northeast corner of the Kenton and Hartly Roads. This property is owned by Mr. David Buckson and Mr. Edward Richardson. A public hearing was duly advertised for this time and place. Mayor Carroll declared the hearing opened. Mr. Nate Cohen, representing the owners, was present and spoke on behalf of the rezoning and explained the various zoning requests for this property. At this time, several residents of the area, including Mr. Leland Berry, Mr. Gene Langanhan, and Mrs. Rona Finkelstein, all addressed the Council expressing their disapproval with the plans to develop this land into a Mobile Home Park. Mr. Wayne Wilson, representing Anderson-Stokes Builders, proposed purchasers of this land, addressed Council and stated that they feel there is a definite need in the Dover area for this type of housing and they are prepared to construct a first-class Mobile Home Park Development. The Planning Commission has not made a recommendation on this rezoning, but will do so at their next meeting, July 20, 1970. On motion of Mr. Hayes, seconded by Mr. Coyle, Council by unanimous vote continued the public hearing until a recommendation is received from the Planning Commission.
SAFETY ADVISORY COMMITTEE
A written report of the Safety Advisory Committee meeting held on July 6, 1970 was presented by Chairman Hastings. On motion of Mr. Walls, seconded by Mr. Coyle, Council accepted the report as presented.
STOP SIGN & NO PARKING ORDINANCE
On motion of Me. Walls, seconded by Mr. Coyle, Council by unanimous vote adopted the following ordinance.
AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHED STOP SIGNS AND NO PARKING, STOPPING AND STANDING ZONES.
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER IN COUNCIL MET:
1. That traffic travelling in a north and south direction on Sunset Terrace shall be required to stop at the intersection with Waples Avenue.
2. That it shall be unlawful to park, stop, or stand any vehicle at any time on Queen Street adjacent to the property of the Kent Correctional Institute.
3. That this Ordinance shall be enforced upon erection of the proper signs.
ADOPTED JULY 13, 1970
PARKING ORDINANCE - SOUTH GOVERNORS AVENUE
On motion of Mr. Coyle, seconded by Mr. Holmes, Council by unanimous vote adopted the following ordinance.
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING AN ORDINANCE ENTITLED “AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING NEW TRAFFIC REGULATIONS IN THE CITY OF DOVER” AS ADOPTED BY COUNCIL ON MAY 25, 1970.
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
1. That the Ordinance entitled “An Ordinance Establishing New Traffic Regulations in the City of Dover”, adopted by Council on May 25, 1970, is hereby amended by deleting the section designated as (4) and inserting in lieu thereof the following:
(4) It shall be unlawful to park on the east side of Governors Avenue between North and Loockerman Streets.
2. That there are hereby established six (6) parking spaces in a parking meter zone on the west side of Governors Avenue between Loockerman Street and North Street, and the City Manager is designated to mark the spaces and install the appropriate meters, as authorized by Article XIII of “The Code of the City of Dover, Delaware”.
Adopted July 13, 1970
PARKS, PLAYGROUNDS & TREES COMMITTEE
A written report of the Parks, Playgrounds and Trees Committee meeting held on July 6, 1970 was presented by Chairman Hastings. On motion of Mr. Hayes, seconded by Mr. Holpp, Council accepted the report as presented.
UTILITY COMMITTEE
A written report of the Utility Committee meeting held on June 29, 1970 was presented by Chairman Holpp. On motion of Mr. Walls, seconded by Mr. Biggs, Council accepted the report as presented.
FUEL ADJUSTMENT CLAUSE & HEAT RATE CHANGE
The Utility Committee has recommended that a “Fuel Adjustment Clause” and a change in the space hearing or electric heat rate be made. On motion of Mr. Hayes, seconded by Mr. Hastings, Council by unanimous vote adopted the following ordinance.
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
1. That the Electric Rate Schedule Regulations, on file in the office of the City Clerk, be amended as follows:
“Fuel Adjustment Clause”
When the twelve (12) months ending cost of fuel to Dover’s system at McKee Run is 1.5¢ or more above or below 35.0¢ per million BTU, then for each whole 0.5¢ variation above or below 3.5¢ per million BTU, the energy charges shall be adjusted upward or downward accordingly at the rate of 0.0055¢ per kilowatt hour. Fuel adjustment already applying to large customers under special contract shall remain in effect until energy to such customers is supplied from McKee Run.
The adjustment to be used during each three (3) month period beginning February, May, August and November will be based upon the fuel cost determined for the twelve (12) month’s period ending with the preceding December, March, June and September, respectively.
2. The Electric Rate Schedule Regulations, on file in the office of the City Clerk, be amended by deleting the amount of “1.5¢ per KWH” as the rate currently charged by the City of Dover for space hearing or electric heat, and substituting in lieu thereof the amount of “1.3¢ per KWH”.
ADOPTED JULY 13, 1970
JACK T. ROE RESOLUTION
A resolution was presented to Council honoring Jack T. Roe, as the immediate Past President of the Eastern Association of Fire Chiefs. On motion of Mr. Hayes, seconded by Mr. Walls, Council by unanimous vote adopted the following resolution.
WHEREAS, Jack T. Roe has served as the Chief of Robbins Hose Company and is presently serving as the Fire Marshal of the City of Dover, and
WHEREAS, he has served as an active member of the Eastern Association of Fire Chiefs since 1956, and
WHEREAS, the general membership of the Eastern Association of Fire Chiefs of 1,865 persons from the states of New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland and the District of Columbia have recognized his contributions to that organizations by electing him to the officers of the Second Vice-President in June, 1964, First Vice-President in June, 1966, and President in June 1968, the first Delawarean to serve in these capacities, and
WHEREAS, on June 27, 1970 he succeeded to the office of Immediate Past President of the Association and is presently a member of the Board of Directors, and
WHEREAS, in recognition of his enthusiasm and service as an officer of the Eastern Association of Fire Chiefs, he has been appointed by the President of the International Association of Fire Chiefs to serve as a member of the International Volunteers Committee, the International President’s Advisory Committee and the Fire Service Recognition Day Committee;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
That the Mayor and Council acknowledges the honor and distinction Jack T. Roe has brought to the City of Dover and the State of Delaware by his affiliation with and service as a member of the Board of Directors and as an officer of the Eastern Association of Fire Chiefs, and as a committee member of the International Association of Fire Chiefs, and be it further resolved that he be presented with a copy of this Resolution upon its adoption and a copy be sent to the Robbins Hose Company to be read at its next meeting.
ADOPTED JULY 13, 1970
Mr. Jack T. Roe then addressed Council and thanked them for their cooperation and patience during his reign as President of the Eastern Association of Fire Chiefs. He also displayed many gifts and plaques that he was awarded upon his termination as president.
MAYOR’S TRIP TO TUNJA, COLUMBIA
Mayor Carroll at this time related to Council about his trip this past week to Tunja, Colombia in conjunction with the adoption of Tunja as a Sister-City by Dover, Delaware. Mayor Carroll displayed some souvenirs and gifts that he brought back from his South America trip.
KENT COUNTY PLANNING OFFICE
A letter was received from Mr. Robert O’Brien, Kent County Planning Director, requesting a meeting between the Council, the Kent County Levy Court, and the City and County Planning Commissions, concerning the recognition of the Kent County Regional Planning Commission as the areawide planning organization. Upon the consent of Council, a meeting will be arranged for Monday, August 31, 1970 at 7:30 P.M. at City Hall.
LEEDS REZONING
A request has been received from William and Viola Leeds to rezone property located on State College Road adjacent to Courtland Manor Nursing Home. A public hearing is required prior to amending the Zoning Ordinance and Zoning Map. On motion of Mr. Hayes, seconded by Mr. Biggs, Council adopted the following resolution and referred the request to the Planning Commission.
A RESOLUTION SETTING FORTH TIME AND PLACE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON A PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO THE ZONING MAP AND DIRECTING THAT NOTICE OF SAID HEARING BE PUBLISHED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PROVISIONS OF THE DELAWARE CODE.
WHEREAS, certain property located on the south side of College Road is presently zoned for R-20 use, and
WHEREAS, it is necessary to hold a public hearing prior to amending the zoning ordinance and map.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
1. That a public hearing be held at City Hall on August 10, 1970 at 8:00 P.M. on a proposed amendment to the zoning ordinance and map of the City of Dover which would rezone from R-20 to RG-3 that property located on the south side of State College Road, adjacent to the Courtland Manor Nursing Home, owned by William and Viola Leeds, and containing approximately 17 acres.
2. That notice of the public hearing be given in accordance with the provisions of the Delaware Code.
ADOPTED JULY 13, 1970
CARLISLE LANDS INC. REZONING
A request has been received from Carlisle Lands Inc. to rezone a parcel of land they own located on the south side of Road 100, Denny’s Road. A public hearing is required prior to amending the Zoning Ordinance and Zoning Map. On motion of Mr. Coyle, seconded by Mr. Hayes, Council adopted the following resolution and referred the request to the Planning Commission.
A RESOLUTION SETTING FORTH TIME AND PLACE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON A PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO THE ZONING MAP AND DIRECTING THAT NOTICE OF SAID HEARING BE PUBLISHED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PROVISIONS OF THE DELAWARE CODE.
WHEREAS, certain property located on the south side of Road 100, Denny’s Road, is presently zoned for R-20 use, and
WHEREAS, it is necessary to hold a public hearing prior to amending the zoning ordinance and map.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
1. That a public hearing be held at City Hall on August 10, 1970 at 8:05 P.M. on a proposed amendment to the zoning ordinance and map of the City of Dover which would rezone from R-20 to RG-2 use that property located on the south side of Road 100, Denny’s Road, owned by Carlisle Land Inc., and containing approximately 25.20 acres.
2. That notice of the public hearing be given in accordance with the provisions of the Delaware Code.
ADOPTED JULY 13, 1970
EMMANUEL COMMUNITY PROGRESS, INC.
The Emmanuel Community Progress, Inc., a non-profit organization, is interested in erecting a rent subsidy housing project in the north-west section of Dover. In order for the FHA to insure financing of this project the Emmanuel Community Progress, Inc. is requesting the City of Dover adopt a resolution stating that they are in favor of this type project, which would include the construction of 50 to 100 units of town houses and apartments. Rev. James Hill was present and addressed Council concerning this request. Mayor Carroll stated that the City has already gone on record with the Federal Government on several occasions as favoring the construction of low-cost and low-rent housing in the Dover area. It was also stated that the City could not at this time adopt such a resolution as a definite site has not been obtained for the construction of this housing. This would be necessary and preliminary plans submitted to the City prior to acceptance of the Planning Commission.
FARLOW RESIDENTIAL TRAILERS
A request had been received from Mr. Ralph Farlow to get a ruling on his license fee or tax on his residential trailers located on Maple Parkway. Mr. Farlow has been in the past paying real estate tax on these units, and was just recently billed for mobile home license fees under the recently adopted ordinance. The request was referred to the Legislative & Finance Committee for a recommendation. Mr. Farlow further stated that he had not been notified at the time of the Tax Appeals that he would not be paying real estate tax this year, but instead would be paying a mobile home license fee for each unit. The recommendation of the Committee is that Mr. Farlow be billed as real estate for the year of 1970, and with the billings for 1971 of Mobile Home License Fees, Mr. Farlow would then be required to license each unit as a mobile home. On motion of Mr. Hastings, seconded by Mr. Holpp, Council approved the recommendation of the Legislative & Finance, Wages & Hours Committee as outlined above.
COUNCIL ADJOURNED AT 9:55 P.M.
Jay R. Dougherty
City Clerk
All orders, ordinances and resolutions adopted by Council at its meeting of July 13, 1970 are hereby approved.
JULY 14, 1970 Crawford J. Carroll Mayor