Dover, Delaware

Code Board of Appeals

The Dover Code Board of Appeals will consider an appeal of a citation and related fines issued under the 2009 International Property Maintenance Code. The appeal concerns a violation at 172 Stoney Drive involving the rental dwelling provisions. The board will decide whether to uphold or overturn the citation and fines.

• Appeal of citation and fines for 172 Stoney Drive (Ying Chu) under 2009 International Property Maintenance Code

Home Events

The Dover Taskforce reviewed grant proposals for opioid use disorder initiatives. It approved four projects totaling $197,600 and denied one proposal. The meeting also included approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Carry Their Light Youth Opioid Prevention Media & Education Initiative – $50,000 – Approved
• Downtown Dover Recovery Engagement & Stabilization Initiative (NorthNode Group Counseling) – $30,000 – Approved
• The Healing Lens Project: Dover Youth Opioid Prevention & Community Awareness Initiative – $67,600 – Approved
• House of Refuge Recovery Scholarship Program (Women of Value) – $50,000 – Approved
• DE Recovery Advocacy Program (Firm Foundation) – $101,725 – Denied

City Council Meetings

The City Council will discuss a proposed Dual Employment Policy recommended for approval by the Legislative, Finance, and Administration Committee. The body will also consider the final reading of an ordinance regarding playing games and throwing objects in public streets.

• Proposed Dual Employment Policy
• Proposed Ordinance #2026-05 (Amending Sec. 70-4 regarding objects and games in streets)
• Quarterly Review of Capital Investment Plan (April, May, and June)
• Quarterly Revenue Report as of June 30, 2026
• Appointments to Board of Adjustment, Code Board of Appeals, and Ethics Commission

Council Committee of the Whole

The scheduled meeting for July 28, 2026, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for August 11, 2026.

Development Advisory Committee (DAC)

The Development Advisory Committee is reviewing a comprehensive signage plan for the Dover Commerce Park. The proposal includes a 32-square-foot freestanding sign for the 19.74-acre campus.

• Review of Unified Comprehensive Signage Plan for Dover Commerce Park at 350 Lafferty Lane
• Proposed 32-square-foot, 9 feet-4-inch-tall freestanding sign

Construction and Property Maintenance Code Board of Appeals

Home Events

The Dover Human Relations Commission will adopt the meeting agenda and approve the minutes from its March 17, 2026 session. Commissioners will receive reports on assessment, community programs, school programs, by‑laws, and finance. An open discussion period is scheduled, followed by setting the next meeting date for October 20, 2026.

• Adoption of the agenda
• Approval of minutes from the March 17, 2026 meeting
• Assessment report (Ms. Mullen, Ms. Brinkley, Dr. Mishoe Sudler)
• Community Programs report (Mr. Faust, Mr. Fleming, Dr. Mishoe Sudler)
• By‑laws discussion (Ms. White, Ms. Brinkley, Dr. Mishoe Sudler)

Committee Minutes

The Alderman's Court Ad Hoc Committee will adopt its agenda, hear an introduction from Council President Neil, listen to a guest presentation by Alderman's Court 40 Clerk Terri Conover, hold a discussion, and allow brief public comments limited to three minutes. No specific actions or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Adoption of agenda
• Introduction by Council President Neil
• Guest presentation by Alderman's Court 40 Clerk Terri Conover
• Discussion
• Public comment (limit 3 minutes)

Home Events

The Dover Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to review an annexation and rezoning request for a 1.639‑acre parcel at 102 Fox Hall Drive, currently zoned RS‑1 and proposed to be rezoned R‑20. A separate public hearing will consider a request to abandon a portion of Liberty Street between Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard North and South. The meeting also includes the annual officer nominations and subcommittee appointments, a resolution honoring Mr. William L. Witham Jr., and updates from the Planning Department and City Council.

• Annexation and rezoning request (AX-26-03) for 102 Fox Hall Drive – 1.639 acres, RS‑1 to R‑20, public hearing July 20, City Council review Aug 10
• Street abandonment request (MI-26-08) for Liberty Street segment (≈319.45 ft, 0.44 acres) between MLK Jr. Blvd North and South, public hearing July 20
• Annual Planning Commission meeting – nomination/election of officers and subcommittee appointments
• Resolution honoring the service of Mr. William L. Witham Jr. on the Planning Commission
• Updates on City Council actions and Department of Planning & Inspections

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will review a revised application for an ADA ramp at the west entrance of Legislative Hall. The body will also review summaries of 2025 and 2026 applications and architectural certifications.

• Review of HI-24-07: Proposed 160-foot ADA ramp at 411 Legislative Avenue

City Council Meetings

The Dover Police Advisory Board will adopt its meeting agenda and the minutes from the June 18, 2026 workshop. It will open a public comment period, consider citizen complaints, and discuss community concerns about policing. Board members will share updates from community meetings they have attended and issue announcements before adjourning.

• Adopt agenda
• Adopt June 18, 2026 workshop minutes
• Public comment period
• Citizen complaints
• Community concerns regarding policing

Board of Adjustment

The Board will adopt the minutes from its June 17, 2026 meeting. It will hold a public hearing on Variance Application #V-26-04 for a fence at 131 Rosemary Road, seeking to increase the front‑yard fence height to six feet. The meeting also includes a public comment period for items not tied to a specific application.

• Adopt minutes of the June 17, 2026 Board of Adjustment meeting
• Review Variance Application #V-26-04 to increase fence height to 6 ft at 131 Rosemary Road
• Public comment opportunity for matters not related to a specific application
• Next Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for August 19, 2026 at 9:00 AM

Construction and Property Maintenance Code Board of Appeals

The Construction and Property Maintenance Code Board of Appeals will consider two appeals of registration fees under the 2009 Property Maintenance Code. Both appeals involve vacant building violations at specific addresses in Dover. The board will decide whether to uphold or modify the registration fees for each case.

• Appeal of registration fee for 558 North American Avenue Ext. (Denise Mittens)
• Appeal of registration fee for 236 North Governors Avenue (Lauren Good)

City Council Minutes

The Council Committee of the Whole will adopt the meeting agenda and hear reports from the First, Second, Third, Fourth, and At-Large districts. It will consider a proposed Dual Employment Policy presented by HR Director Naomi Poole, with staff recommending approval. The agenda notes that the Delaware Opioid Settlement Commission Funding Disbursement item has been removed. The meeting will conclude with adjournments of the committee and the whole council session.

• Removal of Legislative, Finance, and Administration Committee item #2 – Delaware Opioid Settlement Commission Funding Disbursement
• Proposed Dual Employment Policy (presented by Naomi Poole, Human Resources Director) with staff recommendation for approval
• Council reports for First, Second, Third, Fourth, and At-Large districts
• Adoption of the meeting agenda
• Adjournment of the Legislative, Finance, and Administration Committee meeting and the Council Committee of the Whole

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee meeting scheduled for July 14, 2026, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for August 11, 2026.

City Council Meetings

The Dover City Council will adopt its agenda, then recess into an executive session for a strategy discussion involving legal advice on collective bargaining or pending litigation. After the session, the council will consider any potential actions arising and then adjourn the special council meeting.

• Adopt agenda
• Recess into executive session for strategy discussion on collective bargaining or litigation
• Adjourn executive session
• Consider potential actions resulting from executive session
• Adjourn special council meeting

City Council Minutes

The City Council will hold a public hearing on a proposed ordinance to amend zoning regulations for manufacturing and industrial zones regarding Clean Hydrogen. The body will also consider corrected utility rates and a subdivision waiver request.

• Proposed Ordinance #2026-10: Zoning amendments for Manufacturing and Industrial zones regarding Clean Hydrogen
• Setting of Electric, Water, and Wastewater Rates and Tariffs (corrected version)
• Subdivision waiver request for lands of Wyoming LCC and Functional Properties LLC at Jefferson Terrace Extended
• Annexation request for 102 Fox Hall Drive
• Proposed Ordinance #2026-05: Amending rules on throwing/kicking objects and playing games in public places

Home Events

The Special Legislative, Finance, and Administration Committee will hold a discussion on the FY2026‑27 long‑term fiscal solvency, wealth, and health optimization of the capital of Delaware, led by Councilman Sudler and Councilman Lewis. No decisions are listed; the item is for discussion only. The meeting also includes standard public comment and procedural items.

• Discussion on FY2026‑27 long‑term fiscal solvency, wealth, and health optimization (Councilman Sudler and Councilman Lewis)

Development Advisory Committee (DAC)

The Development Advisory Committee will meet on July 8, 2026 to review two applications that will be forwarded to the Planning Commission on July 20, 2026. One application seeks annexation and rezoning of a 1.6390‑acre parcel at 102 Fox Hall Drive from RS‑1 to R‑20 under Ordinance #2026-13. The other application requests abandonment of a portion of Liberty Street (approximately 319.45 ft long, 0.4405 acres) between Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard North and South. Public comment is not accepted at this meeting; comments will be allowed at the Planning Commission hearing.

• Annexation and rezoning request for 102 Fox Hall Drive (1.6390 acres), current RS‑1 to proposed R‑20, Ordinance #2026-13
• Street abandonment request for Liberty Street (Road C) between Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd N and S, 319.45 ft length, 0.4405 acres
• Draft DAC Report & Comments to be released to applicants on July 2, 2026

Development Advisory Committee (DAC)

The Development Advisory Committee meeting on July 1, 2026 will consider two applications: an annexation and rezoning request for 102 Fox Hall Drive (1.6390 acres, currently RS-1, proposed R-20, Category 1 high‑priority annexation) and a request to abandon a portion of Liberty Street (approximately 319.45 ft long, 0.44 acres) adjacent to Legislative Hall. The committee will conduct technical review and forward recommendations for the Planning Commission hearing on July 20, 2026 and for City Council action on August 10, 2026.

• AX-26-03: Annexation and rezoning of 102 Fox Hall Drive, 1.6390 acres, from RS-1 to R-20, Category 1 high‑priority annexation, Ordinance #2026-13.
• MI-26-08: Request to abandon a portion of Liberty Street (≈319.45 ft, 0.44 acres) between Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd North and South, linked to Site Plan S-24-19 Legislative Hall Building Addition.

Code Board of Appeals

The Code Board of Appeals will consider an appeal of a citation and related fines issued under Chapter 22, Article X, Section 22-332 of the Dover Code Ordinance. The appeal concerns a rental dwelling located at 115 Stoney Drive, filed by William Hertz, Jr. No other agenda items are listed.

• Appeal of citation and fines for 115 Stoney Drive (rental dwelling)

Silver Lake Commission

The Silver Lake Commission will hear updates from the Dover Police and an Earth Day report. Staff will explain the current Stormwater Management Plan under the MS4 Permit. DNREC will present water‑quality success stories that Dover might adopt. The commission will also review the Silver Lake Master Plan and set the quarterly meeting schedule.

• Dover Police Update (Officer Frye)
• Earth Day Report (B. Wambaugh)
• Explanation of the current Stormwater Management Plan under the MS4 Permit (B. Wambaugh)
• DNREC presentation on water‑quality success stories
• Review of Silver Lake Master Plan (staff)

The commission approved the meeting minutes as presented, noting no revisions were required. The remainder of the agenda consisted of informational updates on park operations, storm‑water utility reassessment, water‑quality monitoring, and upcoming lake‑related projects. No other actions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

• Approved meeting minutes (no changes needed)

Construction and Property Maintenance Code Board of Appeals

The Construction and Property Maintenance Code Board of Appeals will hear an appeal of a registration fee related to a 2009 property maintenance code violation at 7 Scioto Court. The issue concerns the fee assessment under Chapter 22, Article XII, Section 22-403 of the city code. No other agenda items are listed for this meeting.

• Appeal of registration fee for 2009 property maintenance code violation at 7 Scioto Court (owner Daniel Noel)

The agenda was adopted unanimously. The board upheld the Code Enforcement Officer’s decision, declaring 7 Scioto Court a fourth‑year vacant building and ordering a $3,000 registration fee due within 30 days; the motion carried with Mr. Martin voting no. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Agenda adoption – unanimously carried
• Declared 7 Scioto Court fourth‑year vacant; $3,000 fee due (carried, Mr. Martin dissent)
• Adjournment of the meeting – unanimously carried

Downtown Dover Partnership Board

The Downtown Dover Partnership Board will receive updates on its FY26 finances, an audit, and a refinance of 22‑24 W. Loockerman St. It will discuss several FY27 grant requests, including a $315,000 state grant, a roughly $600,000 transportation assistance request, and a $2 million federal appropriation for an early‑childhood education center. The board will also note a $500,000 workforce‑housing commitment at 120 S. Governors Ave. and provide property updates for the master plan.

• Refinance of 22‑24 W. Loockerman St. scheduled for August 2026
• Delaware Grant in Aid FY27 request of $315,000 (due July 1, 2026)
• Delaware Transportation Assistance Program FY27 request of approximately $600,000 (due June 30, 2026)
• $2 million federal appropriation for an Early Childhood Education Center at 120 S. Governors Ave. (planned September 2026)
• $500,000 workforce‑housing commitment at 120 S. Governors Ave. (Sen. Blunt‑Rochester)

City Council Minutes

The Council Committee of the Whole will review a waiver request to increase the percentage of lots on a cul‑de‑sac in the proposed Ekaman Subdivision on Jefferson Terrace. It will also consider an annexation request for the property at 102 Fox Hall Drive after utility departments reported no objections. The council will discuss moving the city website to a .gov domain, which requires no committee action. Finally, a proposed ordinance (No. 2026‑05) to amend Chapter 70, Sec. 70‑4, would prohibit throwing or kicking objects and playing games in streets and public places, and staff recommends forwarding it to council for approval.

• Waiver request to increase lot percentage on cul‑de‑sac for Ekaman Subdivision (Jefferson Terrace) – Wyoming, LLC & Functional Properties, LLC
• Annexation request for 102 Fox Hall Drive – utility services confirmed, no objections
• Proposal to move City of Dover website to a .gov domain (IT Director Joe Simmons)
• Proposed Ordinance #2026‑05 to amend Chapter 70, Sec. 70‑4 banning throwing/kicking objects and games in streets

The Committee of the Whole adopted its agenda unanimously. The meeting featured extensive discussion of a subdivision waiver request for the Jefferson Terrace extension, but no vote or formal action on the waiver was recorded.

City Council Meetings

The Dover City Council will hold a special meeting, adopt the agenda, and recess into an executive session for personnel matters. During the session, a request for approval of an extension of pay benefits will be considered. The meeting will end with adjournments of the executive session and the special council meeting.

• Adoption of agenda
• Recess into executive session for personnel matters
• Request for approval of extension of pay benefits
• Adjournment of executive session
• Adjournment of special council meeting

The council adopted its agenda and recessed into an executive session, both unanimously. In the executive session, members approved the Human Resources Director's recommendation to extend pay benefits, also unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Adopted agenda (unanimously)
• Recessed into executive session for personnel matters (unanimously)
• Approved extension of pay benefits recommendation (unanimously)
• Adjourned special council meeting (no objection)

City Council Minutes

The Dover City Council will adopt a consent agenda and consider several committee presentations. Council members will vote on a roof replacement contract for City Hall, a grant application for the Transportation Infrastructure Investment Fund, and a sole‑source purchase of the ZeroEyes gun‑detection system. They will also act on three proposed ordinances covering parking limits, a public‑safety fee, and the FY 2026/27 city budget.

• Revitalization of Mary Street Playlot – approval to proceed
• City Hall Roof Replacement – award to Quality Exteriors, Inc. (RFP #26-0018FM)
• Transportation Infrastructure Investment Fund (TIIF) grant application – approval
• Sole Source Request – ZeroEyes Gun Detection Solution – approval
• Proposed Ordinance #2026-06 – parking time limits for vehicles over one ton

The City Council adopted the meeting agenda and consent agenda after removing two items. It unanimously approved the minutes from the June 8 meeting. The Board of Assessment Appeals denied a tax exemption for 238 N Governors Ave and approved exemptions for 16 N New St and 29 S New St.

• Adopt agenda as written – unanimous roll call vote
• Remove Item #7 (TOD Deeds presentation) from consent agenda – motion passed
• Remove Item #10 (ZeroEyes gun detection solution) from consent agenda – motion passed
• Adopt consent agenda as amended – unanimous roll call vote
• Approve minutes of June 8, 2026 meeting – unanimous roll call vote
• Deny exemption request for 238 N Governors Ave ($183,900) – vote 3-0
• Approve tax exemption requests for 16 N New St ($83,400) and 29 S New St ($107,500) – vote 3-0

City Council Meetings

The Dover Police Advisory Board will adopt the meeting agenda and several prior meeting minutes. It will review Procedural Notice 61.1 concerning crash investigations and consider the mayor's recommendation to appoint Jordan Davis, a Delaware State University student, as a board member. The board will also hear community concerns about policing and receive updates from members about recent community meetings.

• Adopt agenda for the June 18, 2026 meeting
• Adopt March 19, 2026, April 16, 2026, and May 21, 2026 meeting minutes
• Policy review of Procedural Notice 61.1 – Crash Investigation
• Recommend appointment of Jordan Davis (Delaware State University student) as board member
• Discuss community concerns regarding policing

The Police Advisory Board adopted the meeting agenda and approved the March 19, April 16, and May 21, 2026 meeting minutes, each by unanimous vote. The board also reviewed a citizen complaint about a motor‑vehicle collision report and concluded the officer acted in compliance with department policy, with no procedural violations found. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Adopted agenda (unanimously)
• Accepted March 19, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimously)
• Accepted April 16, 2026 workshop minutes (unanimously)
• Accepted May 21, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimously)
• Reviewed citizen complaint on crash investigation; determined officer complied with policy

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will consider a revised application (HI-24-07) to add an approximately 160‑foot ADA ramp at the west entrance of the Legislative Hall Building. The commission will also review a siding permit (HI-26-02) for 108 S. Governors Avenue. Routine agenda items include approval of minutes from November 20, 2025 and February 19, 2026, and a summary of recent applications and architectural review certifications.

• Review of revised application HI-24-07 for an ADA ramp at 411 Legislative Avenue (Legislative Hall Building Addition)
• Review of siding permit HI-26-02 at 108 S. Governors Avenue
• Approval of minutes from the November 20, 2025 meeting
• Approval of minutes from the February 19, 2026 meeting
• Summary of 2025‑2026 applications and architectural review certifications

The Historic District Commission approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the November 20 2025 and February 19 2026 meetings, each by a 3‑0 voice vote. No other applications or projects were voted on during the session.

• Approved agenda (3-0)
• Approved November 20 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved February 19 2026 meeting minutes (3-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing regarding an appeal for the property at 1131 S. Bay Road. The board will review a zoning violation and the allowance of non-conforming use for recreational vehicle lots and rentals.

• Appeal Application #V-26-03: 1131 S. Bay Road (Kings Cliffe Manufactured Home Park) regarding zoning violations and non-conforming use of RV lots
• Update on Draft Rules of Procedure for Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment unanimously approved the meeting agenda (5‑0) and the minutes from the May 20, 2026 meeting (5‑0). The Board heard presentations on Appeal Application V‑26‑03 concerning RV rentals at 1131 S. Bay Road, but no vote or decision on the appeal was recorded.

• Approved meeting agenda (5‑0)
• Approved May 20, 2026 Board minutes (5‑0)

Home Events

The Dover Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and review the site development plan for the Delaware State University Football Stadium Plaza, a new 53,370‑square‑foot building at 1200 N Dupont Highway. The commission will also hear a preliminary subdivision plan for the Bay Village Residential Planned Neighborhood on 79.14 acres east of State Route 1, and consider text amendments to the zoning ordinance for clean hydrogen production facilities. Routine items include adopting May 18, 2026 minutes and an extension request for a prior approval.

• S-26-11: Public hearing on site development plan for a 53,370 SF stadium plaza at 1200 N Dupont Hwy (institutional zone, SWPOZ Tier 3).
• SB-26-02: Public hearing on preliminary subdivision plan for Bay Village Residential Planned Neighborhood (250 townhouse lots on 79.14 acres, RM‑2 zone, SWPOZ Tier 2).
• MI-26-06: Public hearing on text amendments to the zoning ordinance to permit clean hydrogen production facilities in M, IPM, IPM2, and IPM3 zones.
• Adoption of meeting minutes from May 18, 2026.
• Request for extension of a prior Planning Commission approval (old business).

The commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the May 18 minutes with a quick edit. It then approved the S-26-11 Delaware State University Football Stadium Plaza project at 1200 N DuPont Hwy, subject to compliance with the Source Water Protection Overlay Zone and DAC comments. The vote on the project was 8‑0 by roll call, with Mr. Baldwin absent.

• Approved agenda (8-0 voice vote)
• Approved May 18 minutes with edit (8-0 voice vote)
• Approved S-26-11 Delaware State University Football Stadium Plaza at 1200 N DuPont Hwy, subject to SWPOZ and DAC comments (8-0 roll call vote)

DDP Design Committee

The Downtown Dover Partnership Design Committee meeting scheduled for June 10, 2026 was cancelled. No agenda items were considered or decided at this meeting.

Construction and Property Maintenance Code Board of Appeals

The Construction and Property Maintenance Code Board of Appeals will hear appeals regarding registration fees for vacant properties at 420 Wyoming Avenue and 18 Saint Andrews Court. The meeting will be held in person at City Hall with a virtual option via WebEx.

• Appeal of registration fee for 420 Wyoming Avenue
• Appeal of registration fee for 18 Saint Andrews Court
• Meeting held at City Hall Conference Room, 15 Loockerman Plaza
• Public participation via WebEx

The board voted unanimously to adopt the amended agenda, shifting the 18 Saint Andrews Court registration‑fee appeal to Item #1. The board then discussed the vacant‑building definition, registration‑agent requirement, and the $375 first‑year fee, but no formal vote or final ruling on the appeal was recorded.

• Approved amended agenda moving vacant‑building appeal to Item #1 (unanimous)

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee meeting scheduled for June 9, 2026, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for July 14, 2026.

City Council Meetings

The Dover City Council Committee of the Whole will meet to discuss the revitalization of the Mary Street Playlot, the awarding of a contract for the City Hall roof replacement, and the approval of a sole-source contract for a gun detection solution. The meeting also includes presentations on a Transfer on Death deeds system and the closing of an Economic Development Grant application period.

• City Hall Roof Replacement contract award to Quality Exteriors, Inc.
• Sole Source ZeroEyes Gun Detection Solution contract
• Revitalization of Mary Street Playlot
• Transfer on Death deeds presentation
• Closing of Economic Development Grant application period

The Council Committee of the Whole adopted the agenda by unanimous vote. A presentation on the Hope Center in Kent County was given for information only, and no action was taken on it. No other motions or votes were recorded.

• Adopted agenda (unanimous)

City Council Meetings

The City Council will adopt the electric, water, and wastewater rates and tariffs for Fiscal Year 2027 as presented by staff. The meeting also includes first‑reading votes on several ordinances, including a traffic‑parking limit ordinance, the FY 2026/27 budget ordinance, a public‑safety fee ordinance, and a rezoning of 102 Fox Hall Drive. A three‑year utility locating services contract for Century Engineering, LLC will be recommended for award. Consent agenda items and committee reports will be approved by roll‑call vote.

• Item 47 – Adoption of FY 2027 electric, water, and wastewater rates and tariffs
• Item 48 – Proposed Ordinance #2026-06 to limit parking for vehicles over one ton
• Item 49 – Proposed Ordinance #2026-11 for the FY 2026/27 City of Dover Budget
• Item 51 – Rezoning of 102 Fox Hall Drive from RS‑1 to R‑20 (1.6390 acres)
• Item 13 – Recommendation to award a three‑year underground utility locating contract to Century Engineering, LLC

The council unanimously adopted the meeting agenda. After motions to remove the Controller/Treasurer’s Budget Report and the Police Chief’s Report, the amended consent agenda was also adopted unanimously. No other formal actions were decided in this meeting.

• Adopted meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Removed Controller/Treasurer’s Budget Report from consent agenda (motion passed, unanimous)
• Removed Police Chief’s Report from consent agenda (motion passed, unanimous)
• Adopted amended consent agenda (unanimous)

City Council Meetings

The Special Legislative, Finance and Administration Committee will consider Proposed Ordinance 2026-12, which would amend Chapter 2, Article V of the City Code to add Section 2-428 establishing a public safety fee. The staff recommendation is to forward the ordinance to council for approval. No other substantive agenda items are listed.

• Proposed Ordinance 2026-12 – amendment to add Section 2-428, a public safety fee

Board of Assessment Appeals Committee

The Board of Assessment Appeals will review requests for tax exemptions from four organizations. The committee will hold individual hearings for each entity before entering deliberations.

• Exempt request: Central DE Housing Collaborative (238 N Governors Ave)
• Exempt request: Neighborgood Partners Inc. (16 N New St. and 29 S New St.)
• Exempt request: Elizabeth W Murphy School Inc. (1045 S Bradford St. and 914 S State St.)
• Exempt request: Dover Interfaith Mission for Housing Inc. (630 W Division St.)

Development Advisory Committee (DAC)

The Development Advisory Committee will review and comment on three applications to prepare for a Planning Commission meeting on June 15, 2026. The committee will focus on questions regarding draft reports and comments for the proposed projects.

• S-26-11: Site Development Plan for a 53,370 SF +/- building and stadium plaza at 1200 N Dupont Hwy
• SB-26-02: Preliminary Subdivision Plan for 250 townhouse lots and a future apartment complex on 79.14 acres at White Oak Road
• SB-26-02: Waiver requests for elimination of emergency rear access and rear alleys for lots 1-20
• MI-26-06: Zoning Ordinance text amendments to define and permit clean hydrogen production facilities in M, IPM, IPM2, and IPM3 zones

City Council Meetings

The Dover City Council will meet virtually on June 1, 2026. After adopting the agenda, the council will recess into a closed executive session for a strategy discussion related to collective bargaining or pending litigation. The meeting will then adjourn. No specific ordinances, contracts, or other actions are listed on the agenda.

• Adoption of agenda
• Recess into executive session for strategy session (collective bargaining/litigation)
• Adjournment of executive session
• Adjournment of special council meeting

The council unanimously adopted the meeting agenda. It then voted unanimously to recess into executive session under Delaware law. The meeting was adjourned with no objections and no substantive action was taken.

• Adopted agenda (unanimous)
• Recessed into executive session (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (no objection)

Development Advisory Committee (DAC)

The Development Advisory Committee will consider three applications: a site development plan for a new 53,370‑square‑foot stadium plaza at 1200 N Dupont Highway, a preliminary subdivision plan for 250 townhouse lots and a future apartment lot on 79.14 acres east of State Route 1, and text amendments to the zoning ordinance to allow clean hydrogen production facilities. The committee will provide technical review and forward the applications for a public hearing before the Planning Commission on June 15, 2026.

• Review of Site Development Plan for a 53,370 SF stadium plaza complex at 1200 N Dupont Hwy (Application S‑26‑11).
• Review of Preliminary Subdivision Plan for 250 townhouse lots and a future apartment lot on 79.14 acres east of State Route 1, south side of White Oak Road (Application SB‑26‑02), including waiver requests for rear access and rear alleys.
• Review of Text Amendments to the Dover Zoning Ordinance adding a definition for “clean hydrogen” and permitting clean hydrogen production facilities in M, IPM, IPM2, and IPM3 zones (Application MI‑26‑06).
• All three applications are slated for a public hearing before the Planning Commission on June 15, 2026.

City Council Meetings

The Dover City Council will hold a special meeting to potentially take action following an executive session. The session will cover strategy sessions and personnel matters.

• Executive session for strategy sessions and personnel matters
• Potential action resulting from the executive session
• Meeting held at City Hall Conference Room, 15 Loockerman Plaza

Downtown Dover Partnership Board

The Downtown Dover Partnership Board is meeting to discuss grant updates and the Downtown Dover Master Plan. The body will review financial reports, board nominations, and progress on the Mobility Center.

• $2M federal appropriation for Early Child. Edu Ctr. at 120 S.Gov.
• $500K notice for workforce housing support at 120 S. Gov. Ave.
• ARPA spend to date of $2,253,102.68
• FY 27 Grant in Aid request for $315,000
• Mobility Center Design Build Amendment #5

Construction and Property Maintenance Code Board of Appeals

The Construction and Property Maintenance Code Board of Appeals will consider two appeals. The first is an appeal of a citation for failure to obtain a building permit at 103 Lady Bug Drive under the 2009 International Residential Code. The second is an appeal of a citation and related fines at 209 West Division Street under the 2009 International Property Maintenance Code.

• Appeal of citation for failure to obtain a building permit – 103 Lady Bug Drive (2009 International Residential Code, Section R105)
• Appeal of citation and related fines – 209 West Division Street (2009 International Property Maintenance Code, Section 302.8)

The Construction and Property Maintenance Code Board of Appeals approved the meeting agenda by unanimous vote. The board reviewed the citation and permit issue for 103 Lady Bug Drive, including a motion to waive a $1,000 fine, but no vote outcome was recorded. No other substantive actions were adopted during the meeting.

• Agenda adoption approved unanimously (unanimous)
• Motion to waive $1,000 fine presented (no vote outcome recorded)

Council Committee of the Whole

The Council Committee of the Whole meeting scheduled for May 26, 2026 will not be held. No agenda items will be considered on that date. The next Committee of the Whole meeting is set for June 9, 2026.

City Council Meetings

The Regular City Council Meeting scheduled for May 25, 2026, will not be held. The next meeting is scheduled for June 09, 2026.

City Council Meetings

The Dover Police Advisory Board will adopt the agenda and recent meeting minutes. Members will reconsider terms that expire on May 31, 2026. The board will discuss its purpose and address community concerns about policing. Additional updates and announcements will be provided.

• Adoption of revised February 19, 2026 workshop meeting minutes
• Adoption of March 19, 2026 meeting minutes
• Term reconsideration for terms expiring May 31, 2026
• Discussion on the purpose of the Dover Police Advisory Board
• Community concerns regarding policing

The Police Advisory Board unanimously adopted its agenda and the revised February 19 minutes, and tabled the March 19 minutes to correct a date. The board approved Jordan Davis’s application for the designated student seat, pending the mayor’s recommendation. The board also unanimously reappointed Dr. Chanda Jackson, Rev. Dr. Carol Boggerty, and Mr. Waverly DeBraux to additional three‑year terms.

• Agenda adopted unanimously
• Revised February 19, 2026 minutes adopted unanimously
• March 19, 2026 minutes tabled unanimously
• Jordan Davis application accepted pending mayor recommendation (unanimous)
• Dr. Chanda Jackson reappointed to three‑year term (unanimous)
• Rev. Dr. Carol Boggerty reappointed to three‑year term (unanimous)
• Mr. Waverly DeBraux reappointed to three‑year term (unanimous)

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission meeting scheduled for May 21, 2026, has been cancelled. The notice states the cancellation is due to a lack of agenda items.

City Council Meetings

The City Council’s special meeting scheduled for May 21, 2026 to review the budget was canceled. No agenda items were considered or decided. The agenda notes that items could be added or removed, but no items were acted upon.

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will meet to continue discussions on its draft rules of procedure. The meeting also includes the recognition of a departing member and the welcome of a new member.

• Continued discussion of Draft Rules of Procedure for Board of Adjustment
• Resolution honoring the service of Mr. Christian J. Swalm
• Welcome of new member Albert W. "Bill" Holmes, Jr.

The Board approved its meeting agenda unanimously (4‑0) and approved the March 18, 2026 minutes with a 3‑0 vote and one member not voting. It then adopted a resolution expressing appreciation for Christian J. Swalm’s service, which passed unanimously (4‑0). No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Approved March 18, 2026 minutes (3-0, 1 not voting)
• Adopted resolution honoring Christian J. Swalm (4-0)

City Council Minutes

The Dover City Council will hold a special meeting to review the 2026 budget. Items include the originally requested budget, charter and policy requirements, the proposed recommended budget, revenue considerations, and expenditure considerations. An executive session will address confidential topics such as site acquisitions for capital improvements and personnel matters.

• Review of originally requested budget
• Discussion of charter and policy requirements
• Consideration of proposed recommended budget
• Revenue considerations
• Expenditure considerations

The council voted to adopt the amended meeting agenda, with one member voting no and the president abstaining. They also approved opening a 10‑minute floor discussion for budget questions, despite a single no vote. No other formal actions were taken during the meeting.

• Adopted amended agenda (Boggerty no, Neil abstain)
• Approved 10‑minute budget discussion (Boggerty no)

City Council Minutes

The Dover City Council will hold a special recessed meeting to review the city’s budget. Council members will examine the originally requested budget, charter and policy requirements, the proposed recommended budget, and related revenue and expenditure considerations. Public comment will be allowed on any agenda item. An executive session will be held for confidential matters such as real‑property acquisitions and legal strategy.

• Review of the originally requested budget
• Review of charter and policy requirements for budgeting
• Consideration of the proposed recommended budget
• Discussion of revenue considerations
• Discussion of expenditure considerations

The council voted to open the floor for a ten‑minute discussion of the budget, and the motion passed despite one dissenting vote. The amended agenda was also adopted, with the motion carried after a single no vote and one abstention.

• Approved opening a 10‑minute budget discussion (carried; Mr. Boggerty voted no, Hall and Pillsbury absent)
• Approved adoption of the amended agenda (carried; Mr. Boggerty voted no, Council President Neil abstained, Pillsbury absent)

Home Events

The commission will consider an update to Development Application C-25-01 for the Cecil Street Townhouses at 207 N. West Street, including a review of the cash-in-lieu payment for the active recreation area. The meeting also includes public hearings on a conceptual subdivision plan for the Ekaman Subdivision, a child care center at 229 Beiser Blvd, and warehouse buildings at 118 Galaxy Drive. Routine agenda items such as adoption of minutes, reports, and a presentation on Senate Joint Resolution 8 are also scheduled.

• Update on Development Application C-25-01 (Cecil Street Townhouses) – review of cash-in-lieu payment
• Public hearing for SB-25-02 Ekaman Subdivision conceptual plan – five residential lots and cul‑de‑sac extension
• Public hearing for C-26-03 Little Caboose Child Care – 9,417 SF daycare center at 229 Beiser Blvd
• Public hearing for S-26-09 Warehouse Buildings – three 9,900 SF warehouses at 118 Galaxy Drive, waiver to eliminate sidewalks
• Presentation on Senate Joint Resolution 8 – DSHA Technical Assistance for Housing and Land Use Reform

The commission voted 8-0 to accept a $1,000 cash-in-lieu payment ( $250 per lot) for the Cecil Street Townhouse project (C-25-01). It was also voted 8-0 to lift the Ekaman Subdivision application (SB-25-02) from the table so a public hearing can proceed. The revised agenda and April 20 meeting minutes were approved by voice votes.

• Approved $1,000 cash-in-lieu payment for C-25-01 Cecil Street Townhouses (8-0 roll call)
• Lifted SB-25-02 Ekaman Subdivision from table for public hearing (8-0 voice)
• Approved revised agenda (8-0 voice)
• Approved April 20, 2026 Planning Commission minutes (7-0 voice)

Council Committee of the Whole

The Council Committee of the Whole will hear an overview of State Joint Resolution 8 on land‑use reform (no action required). It will evaluate a three‑year underground utility locating services contract with Century Engineering, LLC (RFP #26-0017COD). The committee will forward Proposed Ordinance #2026-05, amending Chapter 70 to prohibit throwing objects in public places, and Proposed Ordinance #2026-06, amending Chapter 106 to limit parking for vehicles over one ton, to the full council for approval.

• Evaluation of underground utility locating services contract – staff recommends a three‑year award (with two one‑year extensions) to Century Engineering, LLC, a Kleinfelder Company (RFP #26-0017COD).
• Proposed Ordinance #2026-05 – amendment to Chapter 70, Sec. 70‑4 to prohibit throwing/kicking objects and playing games in streets and public places.
• Proposed Ordinance #2026-06 – amendment to Chapter 106, Article III, Sec. 106‑123 to limit parking time for vehicles over one ton, trailers, and recreational vehicles.
• State Joint Resolution 8 – Land Use Reform overview and schedule (no committee action required).
• Council reports from First, Second, Third, Fourth districts and At‑Large members.

The Council Committee of the Whole adopted its agenda unanimously. The Utility Committee also adopted its agenda unanimously and then approved the staff recommendation to award a three‑year underground utility locating contract, with two optional one‑year extensions, to Century Engineering, LLC. The motion was seconded and carried unanimously.

• Adopt Council Committee of the Whole agenda (unanimous)
• Adopt Utility Committee agenda (unanimous)
• Award three‑year underground utility locating contract with two optional one‑year extensions to Century Engineering, LLC (unanimous)

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee meeting scheduled for May 12, 2026 was cancelled. No agenda items were considered. The next meeting is set for June 9, 2026.

City Council Meetings

The Dover City Council will elect a Council President/Vice‑Mayor and adopt a consent agenda. It will hear proclamations, the Mayor’s State of the City, and discuss annexation and rezoning requests for United Worldwide Express properties on N. Little Creek Road. Several change orders and budget authorizations, including a $21,067 Silver Lake Dam plan and a $127,500 infrastructure package, will be considered. The council will also review proposed ordinances and staff appointments.

• Annexation and rezoning of United Worldwide Express property at 1624 N. Little Creek Rd (5.12 acres) – final reading of Rezoning Ordinance #2025-24
• Annexation and rezoning of United Worldwide Express property at 1600 N. Little Creek Rd (1.77 acres) – Proposed Ordinance #2026-07
• Change order for Silver Lake Dam Emergency Action Plan – $21,067
• Project authorizations and budget amendment for Stoney Creek Alley Camera Installation, Floor Scrubber Replacement, Library Green Roof Replacement – total $127,500
• Proposed Ordinance #2026-09 to amend Chapter 102 Taxation valuation and assessment (first reading)

The council elected Fred A. Neil as Council President/Vice‑Mayor for the 2026‑2027 term. The agenda was adopted as amended, removing item #7, and the consent agenda was adopted after a single roll‑call vote. The council also approved proclamations designating weeks for EMS, Public Works, Economic Development, National Police, and Building Safety.

• Fred A. Neil elected Council President/Vice‑Mayor (2026‑2027)
• Adopted agenda as amended removing item #7 (unanimously carried)
• Adopted consent agenda as amended (unanimous roll‑call vote)
• Proclaimed May 17‑23, 2026 as Emergency Medical Services Week
• Proclaimed May 17‑23, 2026 as Public Works Week
• Proclaimed May 11‑15, 2026 as Economic Development Week
• Proclaimed May 10‑16, 2026 as National Police Week
• Proclaimed Building Safety Month 2026

Home Events

The Joint General Employee Pension Plan Board, Police Pension Plan Retirement Committee, and OPEB Board will review quarterly performance for the period ending March 31, 2026. The meeting includes reports on expenditures and a review of pension increases approved by City Council.

• Quarterly performance reviews by Milliman, Inc. for General Employee, Police, and OPEB plans
• Quarterly expenditure reports for General Employee Pension Plan
• Quarterly expenditure reports for Police Pension Board
• Review of City Council approved 5% Police Pension Plan increases for July 2026 and July 2027

The joint pension board adopted the meeting agenda and the prior meeting minutes without opposition. It also approved the quarterly performance reviews for the General Employee Pension Plan, the Police Pension Plan, and the OPEB Plan, each by unanimous vote. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Adopt agenda (unanimous)
• Adopt minutes (unanimous)
• Accept General Employee Pension Plan quarterly review (unanimous)
• Accept Police Pension Plan quarterly review (unanimous)
• Accept OPEB Plan quarterly review (unanimous)
• Adjourn meeting (unanimous)

Development Advisory Committee (DAC)

The Development Advisory Committee will meet on May 6, 2026 to review two development applications that will be considered by the Planning Commission on May 18, 2026. The meeting is open to the public for observation but public comment will be reserved for the Planning Commission meeting. The committee will discuss a conditional use site plan for a child‑care center and a site development plan for three warehouse buildings.

• Review of Conditional Use Site Plan for Little Caboose Child Care (9,417 SF) on 2.259 acres at 229 Beiser Blvd, currently zoned IPM
• Review of Site Development Plan for three 9,900 SF warehouses on 6.45 acres at 118 Galaxy Drive, zoned IPM and AEOZ Noise Zone B, with waiver requests for sidewalks and upright curbing

Construction and Property Maintenance Code Board of Appeals

The Construction and Property Maintenance Code Board of Appeals will review appeals regarding citations and fines. The board will consider cases involving motor vehicle violations, protective treatment, and dangerous building citations.

• Appeal of citation and fines for motor vehicle violations at 228 Falmouth Way
• Appeal of citation and fines for protective treatment at 34 North State Street
• Appeal of dangerous building citation and fees at 826 Forest Street

The Board granted the appeal for 228 Falmouth Way after the property was brought into compliance. It suspended Code Enforcement action for six months and removed a $200.00 fine for 34 North State Street while Delaware State University secures permits. It denied the appeal for 826 Forest Street, keeping a $1,000.00 citation fee that must be paid within 30 days. All motions were unanimously carried.

• Granted appeal for 228 Falmouth Way (unanimous)
• Suspended Code Enforcement action for six months and removed $200.00 fine for 34 North State Street (unanimous)
• Denied appeal for 826 Forest Street; $1,000.00 citation fee remains payable within 30 days (unanimous)
• Adopted agenda (unanimous)

Home Events

The Mayor’s Blue Ribbon Opioid Use Disorder Taskforce will hear a presentation by Mr. Brad Owens on the application process for the Delaware Prescription Opioid Settlement Distribution Commission. Members will discuss allocating funding for youth‑focused “Real Cost” media campaigns and programs aimed at preventing opioid use. The meeting will also consider a partnership with the Delaware Division of Public Health, the taskforce, and the Dover Human Relations Commission to improve quality of life, including compassionate approaches to panhandling at Route 8 and Route 13.

• Presentation on the application process for the Delaware Prescription Opioid Settlement Distribution Commission
• Discussion of funding for youth‑focused “Real Cost” media campaigns and prevention programs
• Consideration of a partnership with the Delaware Division of Public Health, the taskforce, and the Dover Human Relations Commission
• Focus on compassionate interventions for panhandling at Route 8 and Route 13

The Mayor's Blue Ribbon Opioid Use Disorder Taskforce adopted the May 5, 2026 agenda without amendment. No other motions or votes were recorded, so no additional decisions were made at this meeting.

• Adopted meeting agenda (unanimous)

Development Advisory Committee (DAC)

The Development Advisory Committee will meet on April 29, 2026, both in‑person at City Hall and via Webex. Staff will present two development applications for review: a conditional use site plan for the Little Caboose Child Care Center at 229 Beiser Blvd., and a site development plan for three warehouses at 118 Galaxy Drive. The committee will discuss the proposals and forward recommendations to the Planning Commission, which is scheduled to hold a public hearing on May 18, 2026.

• Review of Conditional Use Site Plan for Little Caboose Child Care (9,417 SF) on 2.259 acres at 229 Beiser Blvd., zoned IPM, owned by Atlantic Dawn Properties
• Review of Site Development Plan for three 9,900 SF warehouses on 6.45 acres at 118 Galaxy Drive, zoned IPM and AEOZ Noise Zone B, owned by RAH Realty, with waiver requests for sidewalks and curb
• Meeting held in‑person at City Council Chambers, 15 Loockerman Plaza, and virtually via Webex
• Public hearing for both applications scheduled for Planning Commission on May 18, 2026

Council Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will consider several change order and budget amendment requests, including a $402,300 water system rehabilitation order, a $21,067 Silver Lake Dam emergency plan order, a $13,500 stairwell flooring order, and a $127,500 package of project authorizations. It will also forward Proposed Ordinance #2026-09 (tax assessment amendment) and Proposed Ordinance #2026-10 (zoning changes for manufacturing zones) to the full council for approval. No other items require committee action.

• Approve change order up to $402,300 for FY24 Inflow & Infiltration Rehabilitation (Insituform Technologies, LLC)
• Approve change order $21,067 for Silver Lake Dam Emergency Action Plan (Remington & Vernick Engineers)
• Approve budget amendment $127,500 for Stoney Creek Alley Camera Installation, Floor Scrubber Replacement, and Library Green Roof Replacement
• Approve change order $13,500 for FY26 Weyandt Hall Stairwells/Basement Flooring Project
• Forward Proposed Ordinance #2026-09 (tax valuation amendment) and Proposed Ordinance #2026-10 (zoning amendments for manufacturing zones) to council

The Utility Committee reviewed a change order request for the FY 24 Inflow & Infiltration Rehabilitation Project. Staff recommended approval of up to $402,300 from Insituform Technologies, LLC. Dr. Pillsbury moved to accept the change order, Mr. Lewis seconded, and the committee approved it by unanimous roll‑call vote. The funds will be drawn from the wastewater enterprise fund, not the general fund.

• Approved $402,300 change order for FY 24 Inflow & Infiltration Rehabilitation Project (unanimous)

City Council Meetings

The City Council will meet for a special session to discuss personnel matters in executive session. The agenda is primarily procedural and focused on employee-related discussions.

• Executive session regarding personnel matters pursuant to 29 Del. C. §10004(b)(9)

The council adopted its agenda unanimously and recessed into executive session to discuss personnel matters. In executive session, members unanimously approved posting the City Manager position as an internal posting for seven business days starting April 29, 2026. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Adopted agenda (unanimous)
• Recessed into executive session for personnel matters (unanimous)
• Approved internal posting of City Manager position for 7 days (unanimous)
• Adjourned special council meeting (unanimous)

City Council Meetings

The Dover City Council will consider a request from the Police Pension Plan Committee to raise retirees' pensions by 5% starting July 1, 2026, with an additional 5% increase effective July 1, 2027. Other agenda items include appointing William "Bill" Holmes to the Board of Adjustment, awarding a $449,500 contract for manganese removal systems for drinking water, and reviewing proposed ordinance amendments to building regulations. The council will also ratify a previously passed ordinance from February 2026.

• Police Pension Plan Increase Request: 5% raise effective July 1, 2026 and another 5% for July 1, 2027
• Appointment to Board of Adjustment – William "Bill" Holmes, three‑year term expiring July 2029
• Contract award to Verdantas for Manganese Removal Systems – $449,500 (RFP #26-0012WW)
• Proposed Ordinance #2026-03 – amendment to Chapter 22, Article XI on dangerous buildings
• Ratification of Ordinance #2025-21 from February 25, 2026

The council adopted the meeting agenda as written, despite one dissenting vote. A motion to reposition Item #36, the ratification of Ordinance #2025‑21, to follow the Police Department report was carried unanimously, with one member voting no. The consent agenda was approved after removing the opioid taskforce recommendations and the police academy cost review, with a unanimous roll‑call vote. The mayor’s proclamation designating Community Action Month 2026 was read and approved.

• Adopted agenda as written (unanimous roll call, Anderson voted no)
• Moved Item #36 (Ratification of Ordinance #2025‑21) after Item #7, Police Dept. report (unanimous, Anderson voted no)
• Adopted consent agenda as amended, removing Item #28 (Opioid Taskforce) and Item #29 (Police Academy cost review) (unanimous roll call, Pillsbury absent)
• Approved proclamation recognizing Community Action Month 2026

Code Board of Appeals

The scheduled Construction and Property Maintenance Code Board of Appeals meeting for April 23, 2026 has been cancelled. No decisions, discussions, or agenda items will take place at this time. A future meeting will be announced later.

City Council Meetings

The City Council will adopt the agenda and then recess into an executive session for a strategy session on collective bargaining or pending litigation matters. After the executive session, the council will consider any potential actions that arise. The meeting will conclude with the adjournment of the special council meeting.

• Adoption of agenda
• Recess into executive session for strategy session
• Adjournment of executive session
• Potential action resulting from the executive session
• Adjournment of special council meeting

The council unanimously adopted the meeting agenda. It then unanimously voted to recess into an executive session for a strategy discussion. No actions or approvals were taken during the executive session. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Adopted agenda (unanimous)
• Recessed into executive session (unanimous)
• No action taken in executive session
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Home Events

The Special Legislative, Finance, and Administration Committee will meet to discuss the preliminary Fiscal Year 2027 budget. The meeting will be held in person at City Hall and streamed online via WebEx.

• Preliminary FY27 Budget Discussion
• Adoption of Agenda
• Public comments on any item
• Meeting held at 15 Loockerman Plaza
• Virtual participation via WebEx

Downtown Dover Partnership Board

The board will discuss several financial matters, including the city budget, selection of a DDP auditor, and an investment advisor, as well as updates on grants such as a $2 million federal application for a child‑care center at 120 S. Governors Ave. The Downtown Dover Master Plan will be reviewed, covering low‑income housing tax credit financing, site assessments for a Mobility Center, water‑line relocation, lot consolidations, and a design amendment. Additional items include updates from the Main Street committees, legislative news, and a public comment period.

• $2 million federal grant application for a Child Care Center at 120 S. Governors Ave.
• ARPA spending to date: $1,938,944.51
• TAP (Transportation Assistance Program) grant application and match commitment
• Downtown Dover Master Plan: LIHTC 4% financing for 120 S. Governors Ave.
• Design amendment #4 for the Mobility Center site

Home Events

The Dover Planning Commission will adopt the minutes from the March 16, 2026 meeting and consider several extension requests for previously approved projects. It will hold public hearings on new applications, including a minor subdivision on 7 Nixon Lane, a 234,000‑square‑foot warehouse on 175 Commerce Way, and a Planned Neighborhood Design for Bay Village Residential. The commission will also review updates on city council actions and departmental reports.

• Extension request for Ken Barrett Builders' 3,026 SF office building at 1413 New Burton Road (C‑1A zone)
• Extension request for revised Leander Lakes III apartment project on Forrest Avenue
• Public hearing on Minor Subdivision Plan for 7 Nixon Lane (41,526 SF, R‑8 zone)
• Public hearing on Site Development Plan for a 234,000 SF warehouse at 175 Commerce Way (IPM zone)
• Public hearing on Planned Neighborhood Design for Bay Village Residential (79.14 acres, 250 townhouse lots, RM‑2 zone)

The commission approved its agenda and the March 16 meeting minutes, each by a 5‑0 voice vote. It then approved a one‑year extension for the office building site at 1413 New Burton Road (S‑24‑05) by a 5‑0 roll‑call vote. A second one‑year extension was approved for the Revised Leander Lakes III Apartments (S‑24‑06) also by a 5‑0 roll‑call vote.

• Approve agenda (5-0 voice)
• Approve March 16, 2026 minutes (5-0 voice)
• Approve one‑year extension for S‑24‑05 office building at 1413 New Burton Road (5-0 roll call)
• Approve one‑year extension for S‑24‑06 Revised Leander Lakes III Apartments (5-0 roll call)

Code Board of Appeals

The Dover Code Board of Appeals will consider appeals of citations and related fines for two properties. The first appeal concerns a rental‑dwelling inspection requirement at 48 Heatherfield Way. The second appeal concerns a fire‑safety means‑of‑egress issue at 286 Troon Road. No other agenda items are listed.

• Appeal of citation and fines for 48 Heatherfield Way – Rental Dwellings inspection required (Chapter 22, Section 22-332)
• Appeal of citation and fines for 286 Troon Road – Means of Egress fire‑prevention issue (Chapter 46, Section 46-1)

The board voted unanimously to deny the appeal for 48 Heatherfield Way, leaving the $100 citation in effect. Staff explained that the property owner had not updated the mailing address with the tax office, which is required by the code. The board also heard a recommendation to deny the appeal for 286 Troon Road due to the appellant’s no‑show, but no vote on that item was recorded.

• Denied appeal for 48 Heatherfield Way; $100 citation remains (unanimous)
• Recommendation to deny appeal for 286 Troon Road due to no‑show (no vote recorded)

Historic District Commission

The City of Dover Historic District Commission meeting scheduled for April 16, 2026 was cancelled because there were no agenda items. No items were discussed or decided. The next meeting is set for May 21, 2026.

Home Events

The City of Dover is holding a Community Town Hall Meeting focused on public safety. The forum will be at John W. Pitts Recreation Center, 10 Electric Ave, on Thursday, April 16, 2026, starting at 6:00 p.m. Council members may be present, but no official council business or decisions will be taken.

City Council Meetings

The Police Advisory Board is meeting for a workshop to discuss membership and community updates. The board will consider a mayoral recommendation for a new member.

• Appointment recommendation for Ms. Dominique Dixon
• Discussion on youth
• Community meeting updates

The Police Advisory Board adopted its agenda and the February 19, 2026 minutes. Members voted to table the February minutes for revision at the next workshop. The board unanimously approved the appointment of Dominique Dixon, representing the education sector, with a three‑year term ending May 31 2027.

• Adopted agenda (unanimously carried)
• Adopted February 19, 2026 minutes (adoption recorded)
• Tabled February 19, 2026 minutes for revision at next workshop (unanimously carried)
• Approved appointment of Dominique Dixon to the Police Advisory Board, term until May 31, 2027 (unanimously carried)

City Council Meetings

Members of the City of Dover Police Advisory Board are scheduled to attend a Community Town Hall Meeting on Thursday, April 16, 2026, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at 10 Electric Avenue, Dover, DE. The notice clarifies that although a quorum may be present, this is not an Advisory Board meeting and no official action will be taken.

• Police Advisory Board members attending Community Town Hall, 10 Electric Ave, 6–8 p.m.

Board of Adjustment

The regular Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for April 15, 2026 at 9:00 AM was cancelled. The notice was posted on April 8, 2026. The next Board of Adjustment meeting is set for May 20, 2026 at 9:00 AM in the City Hall Council Chambers.

DDP Economic Development and Restructuring Committee

The Economic Vitality Committee will receive updates on the downtown master plan, including the Mobility Center, 120 S. Governor’s Ave., and streetscape and water/wastewater infrastructure. It will review the Critical Improvements Program’s financial status, noting $755,341 de‑obligated, $496,900 existing obligations, $745,000 in new applications and $444,244.85 previously awarded. The committee will also hear on the Unlock the Block initiative (on hold) and discuss the Retention Expansion Assistance Program and new recruitment incentives.

• Critical Improvements Program financial figures: $755,341 de‑obligated, $496,900 existing obligations, $745,000 new applications, $444,244.85 previously awarded
• Master Plan updates: Mobility Center, 120 S. Governor’s Ave., streetscape & water/wastewater infrastructure
• Unlock the Block updates – on hold, to be revisited in fiscal year 2027
• Discussion of REAP (Retention Expansion Assistance Program)
• Discussion of new recruitment strategies and incentives

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee meeting scheduled for April 14, 2026, has been cancelled. The next meeting is set for May 12, 2026.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting scheduled for May 12, 2026

Council Committee of the Whole

The Council Committee of the Whole will adopt agendas for several sub‑committees, approve the Silver Lake Dam 2025 inspection report, and endorse the 2026 Community Development Block Grant funding amounts. The Utility Committee will recommend awarding a contract to Verdantas for manganese removal systems in drinking water. The meeting also includes a cost review of the Municipal Police Academy and discussion of active recreation plans for several properties.

• Award contract to Verdantas for Manganese Removal Systems for drinking water (RFP #26-0012WW) – $449.500
• Accept Silver Lake Dam 2025 Dam Safety Inspection Report and FY 2026 Inspection Update
• Approve recommended funding amounts for the 2026 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
• Approve Active Recreation Area Plan for Bay Village Residential Planned Neighborhood (79.14‑acre site on White Oak Road) subject to conditions
• Accept the Silver Lake Commission Annual Report

The Council Committee of the Whole adopted its agenda without opposition. The Parks, Recreation, and Community Enhancement Committee also adopted its agenda unanimously. The council voted to accept the Silver Lake Commission’s annual report, with a unanimous vote. A discussion was held about the Silver Lake Park master plan and a $75,000 budget allocation, but no formal vote was recorded.

• Adopted Committee of the Whole agenda (unanimous)
• Adopted Parks, Recreation, and Community Enhancement Committee agenda (unanimous)
• Accepted Silver Lake Commission annual report (unanimous)

City Council Meetings

The Dover City Council will hold a regular meeting to consider a rezoning request for three properties on West Division Street, a contract for Water Street flooding improvements, and amendments to building regulations. The meeting will be held in-person and virtually.

• Rezoning of 0.26 acres at 317, 319, and 325 West Division Street to C-1A
• Awarding contract for Water Street Flooding Improvements to A-Del Construction for $531,916
• Amending Chapter 22 regarding Dangerous Buildings
• Amending Chapter 22 regarding Vacant Buildings
• Proclamations for Arbor Day, Earth Day, and National Crime Victims' Rights Week

The council voted to remove Item #20 – Proposed Ordinance #2025-14 – from the agenda, with a unanimous roll‑call vote. The council also adopted the consent agenda, again by unanimous roll‑call vote. Both votes were taken with Councilmembers Boggerty and Sudler absent.

• Removed Item #20 – Proposed Ordinance #2025-14 (unanimous roll‑call vote)
• Adopted consent agenda (unanimous roll‑call vote)

City Council Meetings

The Dover City Council will hold a special meeting to adopt the agenda, recess into an executive session for personnel matters, and discuss a request to approve an extension of pay benefits for employees. The meeting will conclude with adjournments of the executive session and the special council meeting.

• Adoption of agenda
• Recess into executive session for personnel matters
• Request for approval of extension of pay benefits
• Adjournment of executive session
• Adjournment of special council meeting

The council adopted its agenda and recessed into executive session by unanimous vote. In executive session, members approved the Human Resources Director's recommendation to extend pay benefits from April 1, 2026 through June 22, 2026, also unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Adopt agenda (unanimously carried)
• Recess into executive session for personnel matters (unanimously carried)
• Approve extension of pay benefits April 1–June 22, 2026 (unanimously carried)
• Adjourn special council meeting (no objection)

Construction and Property Maintenance Code Board of Appeals

The Dover Construction and Property Maintenance Code Board of Appeals will hear appeals of citations for property code violations at 15 Loockerman Plaza. The meeting will be held in person with a virtual WebEx option. The board will consider appeals for motor vehicle and exterior wall violations at four addresses.

• Appeal of citation for motor vehicle violation at 210 Northdown Drive
• Appeal of citation for exterior wall violation at 106 Red Oak Drive
• Appeal of citation for motor vehicle violation at 132 West Sheldrake Circle
• Appeal of citation for motor vehicle violation at 228 Falmouth Way
• Meeting held at City Hall Conference Room, 15 Loockerman Plaza

Board members denied the appeal for 210 Northdown Drive, keeping the $100 citation in effect. They also denied the appeal for 106 Red Oak Drive, leaving its $100 citation unchanged. The appeal for 132 West Sheldrake Circle was placed in abeyance, requiring the vehicle to be stored out of public view and properly registered by May 1 2026 or the citation will be reinstated. The appeal for 228 Falmouth Way was rescheduled, with Denice Williams to be present for the next hearing.

• Denied appeal for 210 Northdown Drive; $100 citation remains (unanimous)
• Denied appeal for 106 Red Oak Drive; $100 citation remains (unanimous)
• Held appeal for 132 West Sheldrake Circle in abeyance; vehicle must be moved to garage and registered by May 1 2026 or citation reinstated (unanimous)
• Rescheduled appeal for 228 Falmouth Way; Denice Williams to be present (motion carried)

Development Advisory Committee (DAC)

The Dover Development Advisory Committee will meet to review three applications for the upcoming Planning Commission meeting on April 20, 2026. The committee will discuss a minor subdivision, a warehouse site development plan, and a Planned Neighborhood Design with associated waivers. Public comment is not accepted at this meeting.

• Review of Minor Subdivision Plan at 7 Nixon Ln (41,526 SF)
• Review of Site Development Plan for 234,000 SF warehouse at 175 Commerce Way
• Review of Bay Village Residential Planned Neighborhood Design (79.14 acres)
• Potential Waiver Request for sidewalk requirement at 7 Nixon Ln
• Potential Waiver Request for fence component at 175 Commerce Way

DDP Design Committee

The Downtown Design Committee will review updates on the Tiny Art Project and set final steps to meet the April 30, 2026 program deadline. It will also discuss the FY 27 workplan, including volunteer leadership and proposed projects. Public comments will be heard, and any new business will be considered.

• Update on Tiny Art Project
• Finalize next steps to reach April 30, 2026 deadline
• Discussion of FY 27 workplan, volunteer leadership, and proposed projects
• Public comments period
• Consideration of new business

City Council Meetings

The Dover City Council will adopt the meeting agenda, then recess into an executive session for two strategy sessions covering legal advice related to collective bargaining or pending litigation. After the executive session, the council will adjourn the special meeting. No other agenda items are listed.

• Adoption of agenda
• Recess into executive session for two strategy sessions (legal advice on collective bargaining or litigation)
• Adjournment of executive session
• Potential action resulting from the executive session
• Adjournment of special council meeting

The council unanimously adopted the meeting agenda. Members voted to recess into an executive session, also unanimously. No actions were taken during the executive session. The meeting was then unanimously adjourned.

• Adopted agenda (unanimously carried)
• Recessed into executive session (unanimously carried)
• No action taken during executive session
• Adjourned meeting (unanimously carried)

Code Board of Appeals

The Code Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for April 2, 2026 was cancelled. The notice states that a future meeting will be scheduled at a later date.

Development Advisory Committee (DAC)

The Development Advisory Committee will review three development applications: a minor subdivision at 7 Nixon Lane, a site‑development plan for a 234,000‑square‑foot warehouse at 175 Commerce Way, and a planned‑neighborhood design for Bay Village Residential. The committee will also consider a waiver request to eliminate the fence component of the opaque barrier requirement for the warehouse project. These applications are slated for a public hearing before the Planning Commission on April 20, 2026.

• SB-26-01 – Minor Subdivision Plan for 7 Nixon Lane (3 lots on 0.95‑acre parcel, R‑8 zone)
• S-26-06 – Site Development Plan for a 234,000 SF warehouse, parking and site improvements at 175 Commerce Way, IPM zone
• Waiver request to eliminate fence component of opaque barrier requirement for the Commerce Way warehouse
• C-26-02 – Planned Neighborhood Design for Bay Village Residential (250 townhouse lots and apartment complex on 79.14 acres, RM‑2 zone)
• Public hearing for all three applications scheduled for Planning Commission meeting on April 20, 2026

City Council Meetings

The City Council is convening for a special meeting primarily to enter an executive session. The session is designated for a strategy session regarding collective bargaining or litigation.

• Executive session for strategy regarding collective bargaining or pending/potential litigation

The council adopted the meeting agenda by unanimous vote and then moved to an executive session, also unanimously approved. No substantive actions were taken during the executive session. The meeting was subsequently adjourned by unanimous consent. All decisions were procedural in nature.

• Adopt agenda – unanimously carried
• Recess into executive session – unanimously carried
• No action taken during executive session
• Adjourn meeting – unanimously carried

Downtown Dover Partnership Board

The Downtown Dover Partnership Board will discuss the transfer of five parcels from the partnership to the Central City Transportation Authority. Updates to the Downtown Dover Master Plan, including the Critical Improvements Program and Mobility Center site assessments, will be reviewed. The board will also receive a police report and an update on the first‑floor tenancy of the Mobility Center.

• Lot Consolidations – transfer of parcels at 145 S. Governors Ave., 136 S. Bradford St., 132 S. Bradford St., 139 S. Governors Ave., and 133 S. Governors Ave. to CCTA
• Downtown Dover Master Plan – Critical Improvements Program update
• Mobility Center – site assessments and water line relocation
• Property update – first‑floor tenancy of the Downtown Dover Mobility Center
• Police Report

Council Committee of the Whole

The Council Committee of the Whole will review a contract award for flood improvements and proposed ordinances regarding dangerous and vacant buildings. The meeting also includes updates on East Loockerman Street and speeding concerns in Lincoln Park.

• Bid #26-0013WW for Water Street Flooding Improvements: recommended award to A-Del Construction for $531,916
• Proposed Ordinance #2026-03: Amending Chapter 22 regarding Dangerous Buildings
• Proposed Ordinance #2026-04: Amending Chapter 22 regarding Vacant Buildings
• East Loockerman Street update
• Lincoln Park speeding concerns update

The council unanimously approved a $531,916 contract to A‑Del Construction for Water Street flooding improvements. It also unanimously accepted staff recommendations for Proposed Ordinance #2026‑03 (dangerous buildings) and Proposed Ordinance #2026‑04 (vacant buildings). Additionally, the council approved the placement of speed‑limit and children‑at‑play signs, adding a strictly enforced sign amendment.

• Approved $531,916 Water Street Flooding Improvements contract to A‑Del Construction (unanimous)
• Approved Proposed Ordinance #2026‑03 amending dangerous buildings regulations (unanimous)
• Approved Proposed Ordinance #2026‑04 amending vacant buildings regulations (unanimous)
• Approved placement of speed‑limit and children‑at‑play signs with strictly enforced sign amendment (unanimous)

City Council Meetings

The City Council will meet to discuss affordable housing and a proposed shelter facility for homeless women and children. The body is also considering the acceptance of water and wastewater infrastructure for S. Bay Road and Oak Shadows.

• Dedication of water infrastructure at S. Bay Road
• Dedication of water and wastewater infrastructure at Oak Shadows
• Proposal from Springboard Delaware and New City Church for a shelter and wraparound services facility
• Discussion on affordable housing with the Fuller Center for Housing of Delaware
• Appointment of Jordan Spencer to the Dover Human Relations Commission

The council adopted the meeting agenda after a motion by Ms. Arndt and a second by Mr. Rocha, passing unanimously by roll call. The council also adopted the consent agenda after a motion by Ms. Arndt, seconded by Ms. Hall, and it was carried unanimously by roll call. No other substantive actions were recorded.

• Adopted meeting agenda (unanimous roll call vote)
• Adopted consent agenda (unanimous roll call vote)

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission meeting scheduled for March 19, 2026, has been cancelled. The notice states the cancellation is due to a lack of agenda items.

City Council Meetings

The Dover Police Advisory Board will adopt its agenda and the minutes from the January 15, 2026 meeting. It will hear public comments, review any complaints, and provide updates on community meetings. The board will also make announcements before adjourning.

• Public comment period
• Adoption of agenda
• Adoption of January 15, 2026 minutes
• Review of complaints
• Community meeting updates

The board unanimously adopted the meeting agenda and the minutes from the January 15, 2026 meeting. No other formal actions or votes were recorded; the remainder of the meeting consisted of updates and announcements.

• Adopted agenda (unanimous)
• Adopted January 15, 2026 minutes (unanimous)

City Council Meetings

The City of Dover Police Advisory Board will hold training for its new members as required by HB206. The session is scheduled for the third Thursday of each month at the James L. Hutchison Public Assembly Room, 400 S. Queen Street, Dover. A quorum may be present, but the gathering is not an official board meeting and no action will be taken.

• Training for new Police Advisory Board members as mandated by HB206
• Location: James L. Hutchison Public Assembly Room, 400 S. Queen Street, Dover
• Occurs on the third Thursday of each month (times vary)
• Quorum may be present but no official action will be taken

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will meet to approve previous minutes and continue discussions on draft rules of procedure. The agenda contains no specific zoning requests or public hearings.

• Adoption of minutes from December 17, 2025 and February 18, 2026
• Continued discussion of Draft Rules of Procedure for Board of Adjustment

The Board unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the December 17, 2025 and February 18, 2026 meetings. Members agreed to delete the phrase “if possible” from Rule 14.3 and add a sentence clarifying the effect of late‑submitted material. They also agreed to change the reference to the “Office of Planning and Inspections” to the “Department of Planning and Inspections” in Rule 14.4.

• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Approved December 17, 2025 minutes (4-0)
• Approved February 18, 2026 minutes (4-0)
• Agreed to delete “if possible” from Rule 14.3 and add clarifying sentence
• Agreed to change “Office of Planning and Inspections” to “Department of Planning and Inspections” in Rule 14.4

Human Relations Commission

The Dover Human Relations Commission will adopt the meeting agenda and approve the minutes from the February 18, 2026 meeting. Commissioners will receive updates on assessment, community programs, school programs, by‑laws, and finance. The commission will discuss the issue of vacant buildings and hold an open discussion for public input. The next meeting is scheduled for April 21, 2026.

• Adopt agenda
• Approve minutes from Feb. 18, 2026 meeting
• Committee reports: assessment, community programs, school programs, by‑laws, finance
• Discussion of vacant buildings
• Open discussion for public comments

Home Events

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to review a rezoning application for three parcels of land. The body will provide a recommendation to the City Council regarding the request.

• Z-26-02: Rezoning application for 317, 319, and 325 W. Division Street from IO (Institutional and Office Zone) to C-1A (Limited Commercial Zone)

The commission approved the meeting agenda and the February 17 minutes, each by a 7‑0 voice vote. Commissioners agreed to start the April 20 meeting at 6 PM, noting that future meetings will remain at 7 PM unless changed on a case‑by‑case basis.

• Approved agenda (7‑0 voice vote)
• Approved February 17, 2026 minutes (7‑0 voice vote)
• Set April 20, 2026 meeting start time to 6 PM (consensus, no formal vote)

DDP Design Committee

The Dover Design Committee will discuss updates on the Tiny Art Project and the outcome of WinterFest. It will also finalize next steps in its grant and incentive program to meet the March 31, 2026 deadline. Public comments and any new business will be heard before adjournment.

• Update: Tiny Art Project
• Finalize next steps in program to reach deadline of March 31, 2026
• WinterFest outcome
• Public Comments
• New business

Council Committee of the Whole

The Council Committee of the Whole will hold presentations on affordable housing and a Springboard Delaware proposal to partner with New City Church to create a shelter and wraparound services for homeless women and children. The Utility Committee will consider staff recommendations to accept dedication of water infrastructure on S. Bay Road and water and wastewater infrastructure for the Oak Shadows development. An update from the AFSCME union on membership priorities will also be presented, with no action required.

• Presentation on affordable housing by Michelle Williams, Fuller Center for Housing of Delaware
• Springboard Delaware proposal with New City Church to create a shelter for homeless women and children (Mike Osborne and Judson Malone)
• Dedication of water infrastructure on S. Bay Road (staff recommendation to accept)
• Dedication of water and wastewater infrastructure for Oak Shadows development (staff recommendation to accept)
• AFSCME update on membership priorities (no committee action required)

The Council Committee of the Whole adopted the meeting agenda by unanimous vote. The remainder of the meeting consisted of informational presentations on affordable housing and a homeless‑services proposal, with no committee action taken.

• Adopted agenda (unanimous)

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee meeting scheduled for March 10, 2026, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for April 14, 2026.

Downtown Dover Partnership Board

The Downtown Dover Partnership Board will discuss updates from staff, including grant information and a request for FY 26 Congressionally Directed Spending tied to Senator Blunt Rochester. An executive session will be held to consider a property‑related item. The board will also note an upcoming CCTA meeting and deliver its annual report to city officials.

• Executive Session – Property
• FY 26 Congressionally Directed Spending request/award (Senator Blunt Rochester)
• Grant Updates
• CCTA (Capital City Transformation Alliance Inc.) board meeting to follow DDP meeting
• Annual report delivery to Mayor, City Manager, and City Council

City Council Meetings

The Dover City Council will adopt annexation resolutions and finalize rezoning ordinances for the property at 7 Nixon Lane and the property at 1624 N. Little Creek Road. A separate rezoning ordinance for United Worldwide Express at 1600 North Little Creek Road will also be reviewed. The agenda includes a waiver request for the Dupont Plaza Master Plan site at 747 N. DuPont Highway and a decision on the People's Community Center economic development fund application. Proclamations, reports and other routine items are also on the agenda.

• Annexation and rezoning of 7 Nixon Lane (41,526 SF, from RS‑1 to R‑8)
• Annexation and rezoning of 1624 N. Little Creek Road (5.12 ac, to IPM zone)
• Proposed Ordinance #2026-07 for United Worldwide Express at 1600 N. Little Creek Road (rezoning to IPM)
• Waiver request for subdivision lot requirements at 747 N. DuPont Highway (Dupont Plaza Master Plan)
• Review of People's Community Center Economic Development Fund application (denial recommended)

The council adopted the amended agenda by unanimous roll‑call vote. It then adopted the consent agenda, also unanimously. Proclamations designating March 2026 as Irish History Month and American Red Cross Month were read and presented. No other substantive policy decisions were made.

• Adopted amended agenda – unanimous roll call vote
• Adopted consent agenda – unanimous roll call vote
• Proclaimed March 2026 as Irish History Month
• Proclaimed March 2026 as American Red Cross Month

Development Advisory Committee (DAC)

The Development Advisory Committee will meet on March 4, 2026 to review the draft DAC report and discuss Application Z-26-02 for rezoning three parcels at 317, 319, and 325 West Division Street. The parcels are currently zoned Institutional and Office (IO) and the applicant seeks to change them to Limited Commercial (C-1A). The committee’s comments will be forwarded to the Planning Commission, which will hold a public hearing on March 16, 2026. A separate signage plan application (US-26-01) was withdrawn and will not be considered.

• Rezoning application Z-26-02 for 317, 319, 325 W. Division St. (total 0.26 acres) from IO to C-1A
• Draft DAC Report & Comments to be released to applicants on February 27, 2026
• Public hearing before Planning Commission scheduled for March 16, 2026
• Public hearing before City Council scheduled for April 13, 2026
• Application US-26-01 Dover Industrial Park Comprehensive Signage Plan withdrawn

Council Committee of the Whole

The Council Committee of the Whole will consider a waiver request to allow lots without public street frontage for a proposed shopping‑center development at 747 N. DuPont Highway. It will also review and likely approve a $47,363 grant to the People’s Community Center Economic Development Fund. Additional items include a training, conference and travel policy update, a presentation on audio‑visual upgrades for council meetings, and a discussion of future zoning and economic‑development trends.

• Waiver request for lots without public street frontage – 747 N. DuPont Highway (Rojan DD 15 LLC)
• Approval of $47,363 grant to the People’s Community Center Economic Development Fund
• Training, conference, and travel policy updates (no dollar amount specified)
• Proposed audio and visual upgrades for City Council meetings
• Presentation on future trends in zoning and economic development

The Committee of the Whole adopted the agenda after a motion by Mr. Boggerty and a second by Dr. Pillsbury, with a unanimous vote. The presentations on future zoning and economic trends and on audio‑visual upgrades were informational only, and no committee action or vote was taken on those items.

• Adopted agenda (unanimous)

City Council Meetings

The Dover City Council will hold a special meeting focused on personnel matters, which will be discussed in a closed executive session as required by state law. No other agenda items are listed for public discussion.

• Personnel matters – discussion in executive session (closed per 29 Del. C. §10004(b)(9))

The council adopted its agenda and recessed into executive session to discuss personnel matters. In executive session, members accepted the city solicitor's recommendation on the personnel issue. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Adopted agenda (unanimously carried)
• Recessed into executive session on personnel matters (unanimously carried)
• Accepted city solicitor's personnel recommendation (unanimously carried)
• Adjourned special council meeting (unanimously carried)

City Council Meetings

Downtown Dover Partnership Board

The Downtown Dover Partnership Board meeting scheduled for Wednesday, January 28, 2026, was cancelled. No agenda items were considered or decided. Residents should note that no actions or discussions took place at this meeting.

Development Advisory Committee (DAC)

The Development Advisory Committee will review and recommend Application Z-26-02 for 317, 319, and 325 W. Division Street. The parcels, currently zoned Institutional and Office (IO), are proposed to be rezoned to C-1A (Limited Commercial). The first reading of the related ordinance is scheduled for the City Council meeting on February 23, 2026, and a public hearing before the Planning Commission is set for March 16, 2026.

• Application Z-26-02 rezoning of 317, 319, 325 W. Division Street (total 0.26 acres)
• Current zone: IO; proposed zone: C-1A (Limited Commercial)
• First reading scheduled for City Council meeting on February 23, 2026
• Public hearing before Planning Commission scheduled for March 16, 2026
• DAC meeting held in-person at City Council Chambers and virtually via Webex

City Council Meetings

The Dover City Council meeting has been rescheduled and will adopt the consent agenda and routine committee reports. Council members will review the Active Recreation Area Plan for Bay Pointe Apartments and two annexation requests. The council will hold a first reading of Proposed Ordinance #2025-14 to add Article XIII – Lemon Housing and will consider Proposed Ordinance #2025-21 to add a pedestrian‑safety provision to the traffic code.

• Proposed Ordinance #2025-14 – amending Chapter 22 (Buildings and Building Regulations) by inserting Article XIII – Lemon Housing
• Proposed Ordinance #2025-21 – amending Chapter 106 (Traffic and Vehicles) by adding Sec. 106-139 – Pedestrian Safety
• Rezoning application for ASMA Property, LLC parcels at 317, 319, and 325 West Division Street (changing from Institutional/Office Zone to C-1A Limited Commercial Zone)
• Annexation request for 7 Nixon Lane
• Review of Active Recreation Area Plan for Bay Pointe Apartments at 1100 Bay Road (approximately 3.302 acres)

The council unanimously adopted Resolution No. 2026-02, declaring February 9, 2026 as a day to promote volunteerism through JustServe.org. The agenda for the meeting was adopted by unanimous consent. A motion to move the pedestrian‑safety ordinance earlier in the agenda failed 3‑yes to 6‑no. The consent agenda, amended to remove Item #14, was also adopted unanimously, and the minutes of the January 28 meeting were approved unanimously.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2026-02 – JustServe (unanimous consent)
• Adopted meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Failed motion to move Item #26 (Proposed Ordinance #2025-21) earlier (3 yes, 6 no)
• Adopted amended consent agenda, removing Item #14 (unanimous roll call)
• Approved minutes of Jan. 28, 2026 meeting (unanimous)
• Adopted Committee of the Whole agenda (unanimous)

City Council Minutes

The Council Committee of the Whole meeting scheduled for February 24, 2026, was cancelled due to weather. The meeting is rescheduled for February 26, 2026, pending snow accumulations.

City Council Meetings

The Special City Council Meeting scheduled for February 24, 2026, was cancelled due to weather. The meeting is rescheduled for February 26, 2026, pending snow accumulations.

City Council Minutes

The regular City Council meeting scheduled for February 23, 2026 was cancelled because of impending weather. The council announced the meeting will be held on February 25, 2026, with the possibility of further rescheduling if snow accumulates. No agenda items were presented.

City Council Meetings

The Special City Council Meeting scheduled for February 23, 2026, has been cancelled due to impending weather. The meeting is rescheduled for February 25, 2026, though it may be moved again based on snow accumulations.

City Council Meetings

The City of Dover is notifying the public that newly appointed members of the Police Advisory Board will attend training required by HB206 on the third Thursday of each month. The training will be held at the James L. Hutchison Public Assembly Room, 400 S. Queen Street. A quorum of the Advisory Board may be present, but no official action will be taken.

• Training for new Police Advisory Board members mandated by HB206
• Scheduled for the third Thursday of every month, times will vary
• Location: James L. Hutchison Public Assembly Room, 400 S. Queen Street, Dover, DE 19904
• Advisory Board quorum may be present, but no official action will be taken

City Council Meetings

The Police Advisory Board will hold a workshop to discuss the use of artificial intelligence in policing and the livestreaming of meetings. The board will also address membership regarding Ms. Dominique Dixon and youth-related topics.

• Membership discussion regarding Ms. Dominique Dixon
• Discussion on meeting livestreams
• Discussion on artificial intelligence in policing
• Youth topics
• Community meeting updates

The Police Advisory Board unanimously accepted the application of Ms. Dominique Dixon for membership, pending Mayor Robin Christiansen’s recommendation. The agenda was also adopted unanimously. The board discussed livestreaming future meetings and the use of artificial intelligence in policing but took no formal action on either topic.

• Accepted Ms. Dominique Dixon’s application for board membership pending mayor recommendation (unanimous)
• Adopted meeting agenda (unanimous)
• No formal action taken on livestreaming proposal
• No formal action taken on artificial‑intelligence use discussion

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will consider several agenda items, including approval of the agenda and minutes from the November 20, 2025 meeting. It will hear a summary of 2025 applications and architectural review certifications. The commission will specifically review HI-26-01, a door and window replacement permit for 1 Kings Highway NE, zoned RG‑1 and in the Historic District zone. Additional discussion will cover the Certified Local Government program and the 2019 Comprehensive Plan implementation.

• Approval of agenda and minutes from the November 20, 2025 meeting
• Summary of 2025 applications and architectural review certifications
• Review of HI-26-01 Door/Window Permit #26‑118 at 1 Kings Highway NE (removal/replacement of four windows and entry door)
• Discussion of Certified Local Government (CLG) Program
• Implementation of the 2019 Comprehensive Plan

The Historic District Commission voted to remove the November 20, 2025 minutes item from the agenda, with a unanimous 4‑0 vote. Chairman Czerwinski recused himself from discussion of the door/window permit application, and no vote was recorded on that application. No other substantive decisions were made at this meeting.

• Agenda amendment to remove November 20, 2025 minutes item approved unanimously (4-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on Application #V-26-02. The application seeks a variance to increase the allowable fence height from 4 feet to 8 feet for a chain‑link fence along the South New Street frontage of the property known as Courtney Square, located at 429‑449 South New Street. The property is zoned C‑2A (Limited Central Commercial Zone) and is partially within the Source Water Protection Overlay Zone.

• Fence variance request to raise height from 4 ft to 8 ft at 429‑449 South New Street (Courtney Square)

The Board unanimously approved the meeting agenda (5‑0) and the minutes from the January 21, 2026 meeting (5‑0). The December 17, 2025 minutes will be considered at the next meeting. No decision was reached on the fence variance application for Courtney Square (Application V‑26‑02).

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved Jan 21, 2026 minutes (5-0)
• Deferred decision on fence variance request (no vote recorded)

Home Events

The Dover Human Relations Commission will adopt the meeting agenda and approve the minutes from its December 16, 2025 and January 21, 2026 sessions. Commissioners will receive reports and updates on assessment, community programs, school programs, by‑laws, and finance. An open discussion will be held, and the next meeting date will be set for March 18, 2026.

• Adopt agenda
• Approve minutes from Dec 16 2025
• Approve minutes from Jan 21 2026
• Committee reports on assessment, community programs, school programs, by‑laws, and finance
• Set next meeting for March 18 2026

The commission unanimously tabled the public forum comments and approved the agenda. It also unanimously adopted the minutes from the December 16 2025 and January 21 2026 meetings. The commission scheduled a by‑law amendment meeting for Feb 25 2026 at the library. Commissioners agreed to distribute United Way 211 resource cards at the library and at Hopes and Dreams.

• Table public forum comments and start meeting – unanimous
• Approve meeting agenda – unanimous
• Adopt minutes from Dec 16 2025 meeting – unanimous
• Adopt minutes from Jan 21 2026 meeting – unanimous
• Schedule By‑laws Committee meeting on Feb 25 2026 at the library – no vote required
• Mr. Faust will drop off 211 resource cards at the library the next day
• Mr. Faust will drop off a stack of 211 cards at Hopes and Dreams if commissioners permit
• Flyer for community cleanup to be sent to City Clerk’s Office for distribution

Construction and Property Maintenance Code Board of Appeals

The Construction and Property Maintenance Code Board of Appeals will review two specific property citations. The board will determine the outcomes of appeals regarding weed violations and vacant building registration fees.

• Appeal of citation and fines for weed violations at 118 Mitscher Road (Rodger Detrick)
• Appeal of registration fee for vacant building registration at 406 South Governors Avenue (John Kelly)

The board unanimously approved a motion to suspend the $5,000 vacant‑building registration fee for 406 South Governors Avenue, giving the owner 30 days to clear the building or obtain a business license; the fee will be reinstated if compliance is not met. The board also unanimously denied the appeal concerning weed overgrowth at 118 Mitscher Road. All motions were carried without objection.

• Suspended $5,000 vacant building fee for 406 South Governors Ave (unanimous)
• Denied appeal for weed overgrowth at 118 Mitscher Road (unanimous)
• Approved amended agenda moving Item #2 to Item #1 (unanimous)

Home Events

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings for three annexation and rezoning requests and one conditional use site plan. The body will provide recommendations to the City Council regarding these land use changes.

• Annexation and rezoning of 0.9533 acres at 7 Nixon Lane to R-8 (One Family Residence Zone)
• Annexation and rezoning of 8.75 total acres at 1624 North Little Creek Road to IPM (Industrial Park Manufacturing Zone)
• Rezoning of 2.29 total acres at 1600 North Little Creek Road to IPM (Industrial Park Manufacturing Zone)
• Conditional Use Site Plan for Bay Pointe Apartments at 1100 Bay Road: a three-story 59,313 SF building with 54 units

The commission approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the January 20, 2026 meeting, each by an 8‑0 voice vote. The commission then voted 8‑0 to recommend to City Council the annexation of 7 Nixon Lane and its rezoning to R‑8 (One Family Residence Zone). No other applications were decided at this meeting.

• Approved agenda (8-0 voice vote)
• Approved minutes of Jan 20, 2026 meeting (8-0 voice vote)
• Recommended annexation and rezoning of 7 Nixon Lane to R-8 (8-0 vote)

Home Events

The Joint General Employee Pension Plan Board, Police Pension Plan Retirement Committee, and OPEB Board will review their quarterly performance and expenditure reports for the period ending December 31, 2025. Items include a Milliman performance review, market commentary, updates to the General Employee and Police pension plans, and actuarial reports from Bolton Group. The boards will also set the date for their next meeting, typically in May. Public comment will be allowed before adjournment.

• Quarterly Performance Review (Dec 31 2025) – Milliman, Inc.
• Market Commentary presentation
• Actuarial reports for General Employee and Police Pension Plans – Tom Vicente, Bolton Group
• Quarterly Expenditure Report for General Employee Pension Plan Board
• Quarterly Expenditure Report for Police Pension Plan Board

The board adopted the agenda, corrected the November 6, 2025 minutes, and adopted the corrected minutes unanimously. It accepted the quarterly performance reviews and actuarial reports for the General Employee, Police, and OPEB pension plans, as well as the General Pension Expenditure Report, all unanimously. The board approved replacing the American Century Small‑Cap Value fund with the Vanguard Small‑Cap Value Index for the Police, General Employee, and OPEB plans, each motion passing unanimously. The next meeting was set for May 7, 2026, and the meeting adjourned at 12:32 p.m.

• Adopt agenda – unanimously carried
• Adopt corrected minutes of Nov 6 2025 – unanimously carried
• Approve replacing American Century Small Cap Value with Vanguard Small Cap Value Index for Police Pension Plan – unanimously carried
• Approve replacing American Century Small Cap Value with Vanguard Small Cap Value Index for General Employee Pension Plan – unanimously carried
• Approve replacing American Century Small Cap Value with Vanguard Small Cap Value Index for OPEB Plan – unanimously carried
• Accept Quarterly Performance Reviews for all three pension plans – unanimously carried
• Accept Actuary Report reviews for all three pension plans – unanimously carried
• Approve future meeting date of May 7 2026 – unanimously carried

Home Events

The Blue Ribbon Opioid Use Disorder Taskforce will discuss Recommendation #6, a youth‑focused research and campaign, and seek the mayor's approval to forward it to the Prescription Opioid Settlement Distribution Commission for a grant of over $30,000. The meeting will also consider the Office of the Child Advocate's role in managing opioid settlement funds to protect impacted children.

• Approve Recommendation #6 (Youth‑Focused Campaign) and forward to POSDC for a grant exceeding $30,000
• Discuss the Office of the Child Advocate's responsibilities in handling opioid settlement funds for children
• Review the ten strategic points of the youth‑focused research study on opioid use disorder

The Mayor's Blue Ribbon Opioid Use Disorder Taskforce adopted the February 12 agenda by unanimous consent. The meeting discussed Recommendation #6 for a youth‑focused campaign and a $30,000 grant, but no vote or formal approval was recorded. No other substantive actions were decided.

• Adopted meeting agenda (unanimous)

Home Events

The Special General Employee Pension Plan Board will adopt its agenda and then recess into an executive session for personnel matters. In that session, members will discuss a request for disability retirement under Chapter 80 of the Personnel statutes. After the executive session, the board will adjourn the meeting.

• Request for disability retirement (early retirement due to permanent disability) under Chapter 80

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee meeting scheduled for February 10, 2026, has been cancelled. The next meeting is set for March 10, 2026.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting scheduled for March 10, 2026

Council Committee of the Whole

The Council Committee of the Whole will adopt its agenda and review several items, including the Active Recreation Area Plan for Bay Pointe Apartments at 1100 Bay Road, two utility annexation requests (7 Nixon Lane and 1624 N. Little Creek Road), and the draft Annual Comprehensive Financial Report. It will approve disbursements from the Higher Education Public Safety Fund for a volunteer firefighter stipend program and a Dover Fire Department security fence. The committee will also forward Proposed Ordinance #2025-21, which adds a pedestrian‑safety section to the traffic code, to the full council for approval.

• Approval of Active Recreation Area Plan for Bay Pointe Apartments, 1100 Bay Road (approximately 3.302 acres).
• Annexation request for 7 Nixon Lane (owner Lupe N. Fuller) – utility services confirmed with no objections.
• Annexation request for 1624 N. Little Creek Road and two adjacent parcels (owner United Worldwide Express, LLC) – utility services confirmed with no objections.
• Approval of Higher Education Public Safety Fund disbursements: volunteer firefighter stipend program and Dover Fire Department security fence.
• Amendment of Proposed Ordinance #2025-21 to add Sec. 106‑139 Pedestrian Safety to the traffic and vehicles code, to be forwarded to council.

The Parks, Recreation, and Community Enhancement Committee reviewed the Active Recreation Plan for the Bay Pointe Apartments at 1100 Bay Road. Staff recommended approval of the plan with conditions, noting it met the small‑development exception and provided 13,390 sq ft of active recreation space. The committee moved to accept the staff recommendation, the motion was seconded, and it was carried unanimously.

• Adopted meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved Active Recreation Plan for Bay Pointe Apartments with conditions (unanimous)

City Council Meetings

Silver Lake Commission

The Silver Lake Commission will meet to review minutes, receive a police update, and discuss stormwater and park projects. The meeting will be held in person and via a web link.

• Review of November 5, 2025 minutes
• Dover Police Update with Officer Killen
• Community Stormwater Report by B. Wambaugh
• Silver Lake Sub-watershed Implementation Plan update
• Silver Lake Park Projects & Maintenance updates

The commission approved a change to the meeting minutes to reflect the riparian‑buffer amendment. The council decided to return stormwater utility funding to the general fund until a new, more equitable fee formula is developed. No vote tallies were recorded for either action.

• Amended minutes to include riparian‑buffer change (no vote recorded)
• Council decided to return stormwater utility funding to general funds pending new fee formula (no vote recorded)

Development Advisory Committee (DAC)

The Development Advisory Committee will review five pending applications. Participants will discuss draft DAC comments and answer questions before the Planning Commission considers the items on February 17, 2026. The agenda includes two annexation and rezoning requests, a conditional‑use site plan for an apartment building, a comprehensive signage plan for an industrial park, and a rezoning recommendation for two parcels. Public comment is not accepted at this meeting; it will be available at the Planning Commission hearing.

• AX-26-01 – Annexation and rezoning of 7 Nixon Lane from RS‑1 to R‑8 (41,526 SF, 0.95 acres)
• AX-26-02 – Annexation and rezoning of 1624 North Little Creek Rd and two adjacent parcels to IPM zone (total ~8.75 acres)
• C-26-01 – Conditional use site plan for Bay Pointe Apartments at 1100 Bay Road, 59,313 SF, 54 units
• US-26-01 – Comprehensive signage plan for Dover Industrial Park at 350 Lafferty Lane (19.74 acres)
• Z-26-01 – Rezoning recommendation for 1600 North Little Creek Rd and adjacent parcel to IPM zone (≈2.3 acres)

City Council Meetings

The City Council held a workshop to review the city’s budget relationship, services, and program data. Participants discussed challenges, opportunities, and budget realities, and heard from Senator Paradee on state concerns. The session included a working lunch and a later period for council input and discussion. No formal motions or votes were scheduled.

Home Events

The Mayor’s Blue Ribbon Opioid Use Disorder Taskforce is meeting to discuss recommendations 1 and 6 regarding the use of settlement funds. The body will also hear from the Delaware Division of Public Health and the Dover Human Relations Commission.

• Discussion of Recommendation 1 for Opioid Use Disorder Settlement Funds
• Discussion of Recommendation 6 for Opioid Use Disorder Settlement Funds
• Presentation by Delaware Division of Public Health Mobil Community Health Service Unit
• Dover Human Relations Commission plan for community engagement initiatives

The Mayor’s Opioid Use Disorder Taskforce adopted the January 28 agenda by unanimous vote. No agenda items were added or removed. The meeting then discussed detox‑center needs, funding gaps, youth prevention and housing support, but no further actions were voted on.

• Adopted meeting agenda (unanimous)
• No agenda additions or deletions

Development Advisory Committee (DAC)

The Dover Development Advisory Committee will review five applications for annexation, rezoning, and site plans. The agenda includes requests for industrial zones near North Little Creek Road and a residential apartment complex on Bay Road.

• Annexation request for 0.95 acres at 7 Nixon Ln (Ordinance #2025-23)
• Rezoning request for 5.12 acres at 1624 North Little Creek Rd (Ordinance #2025-24)
• Rezoning request for 1.77 acres at 1600 North Little Creek Rd (Ordinance #2026-07)
• Conditional use site plan for 54-unit apartment building at 1100 Bay Road
• Comprehensive signage plan for Dover Industrial Park at 350 Lafferty Lane

City Council Meetings

The City Council will consider the dissolution of the Dover Parking Authority and a rezoning request for properties on North Little Creek Road. The body is also reviewing several proposed ordinances regarding pedestrian safety, fire prevention fees, and lemon housing protections.

• Dissolution of the Dover Parking Authority
• Rezoning request for 1600 North Little Creek Road and adjacent parcel to Industrial Park Manufacturing Zone
• Contract award to Mar-Allen Concrete Products, Inc. for Silver Lake Dam Repairs for $128,282.64
• Economic Development Fund grant for Donny Legans in the amount of $50,000
• Proposed Ordinance #2025-25 amending fees and fines for Fire Prevention and Protection

Council President Neil presided over the meeting. The council unanimously adopted the meeting agenda and the consent agenda. The council approved a proclamation designating February 2026 as Black History Month. The council also approved a proclamation designating 2026 as Human Trafficking Awareness Month.

• Adopted meeting agenda (unanimous roll call)
• Adopted consent agenda (unanimous roll call)
• Approved proclamation of Black History Month for February 2026
• Approved proclamation of Human Trafficking Awareness Month for 2026

City Council Meetings

The City Council will meet in a special session to discuss personnel matters in executive session. The meeting was rescheduled due to inclement weather.

• Request for approval of extension of pay benefits
• Personnel matters

The council adopted its agenda and then voted unanimously to recess into Executive Session to discuss personnel issues. In Executive Session, members voted unanimously to follow the Human Resources Director's recommendation. The meeting was then adjourned without objection.

• Adopted agenda (unanimously carried)
• Recessed into Executive Session for personnel matters (unanimously carried)
• Followed HR Director Ms. Poole's recommendation (unanimously carried)
• Adjourned the special council meeting (no objection)

Downtown Dover Partnership Board

The Downtown Dover Partnership Board meeting scheduled for Wednesday, January 28, 2026, was cancelled. No agenda items were considered or decided. No further action or discussion took place.

Construction and Property Maintenance Code Board of Appeals

The Construction and Property Maintenance Code Board of Appeals will consider two appeals of violations under the 2009 International Property Maintenance Code, Section 302.1 (Sanitation). The appeals involve 226 Winterberry Drive (Rodney Leet) and 510 Carol Street (Robert Coombes). The board will decide whether to uphold or overturn the cited violations.

• Appeal of Property Maintenance Code Violation – 226 Winterberry Drive (Rodney Leet)
• Appeal of Property Maintenance Code Violation – 510 Carol Street (Robert Coombes)

The board approved an agenda amendment moving Item #2 to Item #1. It denied the appeals for 510 Carol Street and 226 Winterberry Drive, while retaining the $11 mailing fee. The meeting was adjourned at 4:09 p.m.

• Agenda amendment moving Item #2 to Item #1 approved unanimously (3‑0)
• Appeal for 510 Carol Street denied, $11 mailing fee retained, vote unanimous (3‑0)
• Appeal for 226 Winterberry Drive denied, vote unanimous (3‑0)
• Meeting adjourned at 4:09 p.m., motion carried unanimously (3‑0)

Home Events

The Special Legislative, Finance, and Administration Committee will host a workshop on the Dover Police Department's Vision 2030. The agenda includes introductions, mayoral remarks, a city manager overview, and an informational presentation by Chief Johnson and staff. No committee action is required, but the meeting includes a public comment period.

• Vision 2030 presentation by Dover Police Department (informational)
• Public comment session

Home Events

The Dover Human Relations Commission will hold a meeting in City Hall Council Chambers to adopt the agenda, approve minutes from December 16, 2025, and discuss committee reports on assessment, community programs, and school programs.

• Approval of December 16, 2025 minutes
• Committee reports: Assessment, Community Programs, School Programs
• Discussion of by-laws and finance
• Open Forum for public comments (5 minutes)
• Meeting adjournment by 7:00 PM

The Dover Human Relations Commission approved its agenda by unanimous consent. The meeting was then adjourned at 7:03 p.m. after a motion to adjourn was made without objection. No other substantive actions or votes were recorded.

• Agenda approved unanimously
• Meeting adjourned at 7:03 p.m. (no objection)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will adopt the minutes from the December 17, 2025 meeting and consider new business. The primary agenda item is Application #V-26-01, a variance request to allow a 99.6‑square‑foot pylon sign for a proposed 7‑Eleven convenience store with fuel pumps at 736 N. DuPont Highway and adjacent parcels. The Board will also continue discussion of draft rules of procedure. The meeting is scheduled for 9:00 AM on January 21, 2026 at City Hall.

• Adoption of minutes from the December 17, 2025 meeting
• Application #V-26-01 variance request for a 7‑Eleven convenience store with fuel pumps, seeking approval of a 99.6 SF pylon sign at 736 N. DuPont Highway (properties 736, 738 N. DuPont Hwy, 1021 & 1027 N. State/DuPont Hwy)
• Continued discussion of draft Rules of Procedure for the Board of Adjustment
• Approval of agenda items and meeting reminder for the next meeting on February 18, 2026
• Public comments opportunity

The Board unanimously approved the amended agenda, deleting the pending approval of the December 17, 2025 minutes and postponing item #3 (Draft Rules of Procedures) to the March meeting. No decision was made on the 7‑Eleven sign variance request; the matter will be considered at a later date.

• Approved amended agenda, postponing Draft Rules discussion to March (5-0)

DDP Design Committee

The DDP Design Committee will announce the result of the Holiday Window Contest and provide updates on the Tiny Art Project, including expanded concepts from local artists and next steps toward the March 31, 2026 deadline. Members will also review and finalize recommended changes to the Façade Improvement program application and receive a WinterFest update. Public comments are invited before the meeting adjourns.

• Holiday Window Contest Outcome (announcement)
• Tiny Art Project update and review of expanded concepts from local artists
• Finalize next steps for Tiny Art Project program deadline March 31, 2026
• Review and finalize recommended changes to Façade Improvement program application
• WinterFest update

Home Events

The Dover Planning Commission will hold public hearings and review site plan applications for several major projects, including the Bayhealth Medical Center master plan phases 1‑3, the R.E. Pierson Regional Headquarters, the Enclave Apartments redevelopment, and a revised master plan for DuPont Plaza. The commission will also adopt the minutes from the December 15, 2025 meeting and discuss the schedule of deadlines and meetings for 2026. Waiver requests for parking, sidewalk, and curb standards will be considered for each project.

• Bayhealth Medical Center – Master Plan Phases 1‑3 and Parcel Consolidation (640 South State Street) – public hearing and waiver request to reduce bicycle parking requirement
• R.E. Pierson Regional Headquarters – 9,900 SF office, 9,600 SF garage, contractors yard at 30 Lafferty Lane – public hearing and waivers for sidewalk and upright curbing
• The Enclave Apartments – two 3‑story, 48‑unit garden‑style apartments on Walker Road – public hearing and waiver for partial upright curbing
• DuPont Plaza – Revised master plan and minor subdivision for a 44,366 SF retail center at 747 N. DuPont Highway – public hearing and waiver for lots without public street frontage
• Adoption of meeting minutes from December 15, 2025

The commission voted 6‑0 to approve the meeting agenda and the December 15, 2025 minutes. Members agreed by consensus, with no objection, to begin the meeting at 6 PM instead of 7 PM. The same start time will be used for the February 17, 2026 meeting.

• Approved agenda (6‑0)
• Approved December 15, 2025 minutes (6‑0)
• Agreed to start meeting at 6 PM (consensus, no objection)

Code Board of Appeals

The Dover Code Board of Appeals will elect its chair and consider an appeal of a traffic ordinance violation involving a wrecked or improperly parked vehicle at 276 Green Blade Drive, filed by Bernice Capone. The meeting is set for January 15, 2026 at 3:30 PM in the City Hall Conference Room with virtual access via WebEx.

• Election of Code Board chair
• Appeal of Code Ordinance Violation (Chapter 106‑Traffic and Vehicles, Section 106‑130) for 276 Green Blade Drive (Bernice Capone)

The Code Board of Appeals unanimously approved the meeting agenda and elected Dr. Sudler as chair. The board also unanimously approved a motion for Code Enforcement Officer John England to present the circumstances surrounding the reopening of the 276 Green Blade Drive violation. No other substantive actions were recorded.

• Adopt agenda (unanimous)
• Elect Dr. Sudler as Chair (unanimous)
• Approve Mr. England’s presentation on case reopening (unanimous)

City Council Meetings

The Dover Police Advisory Board meeting will begin with a public comment period, then adopt the agenda and the minutes from the October 16 and November 20, 2025 workshops. The board will consider citizen complaints and vote on four membership appointments recommended by Mayor Christiansen. Additional items include youth topics, community‑meeting updates, and announcements before adjournment.

• Adoption of agenda
• Adoption of October 16, 2025 workshop minutes
• Adoption of November 20, 2025 minutes
• Membership appointments: Lillyrose Granger, Otis Harris Jr., Ayrue Lin, Dr. Katera Moore
• Public comment period

The board unanimously accepted the meeting agenda and the minutes from the October 16 and November 20, 2025 meetings. It also approved the appointment of four new members—Miss LillyRose Granger, Mr. Otis Harris Jr., Miss AyRue Lin, and Dr. Katera Moore—to serve three‑year terms ending May 31, 2018. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Adopted agenda (unanimous)
• Adopted minutes from October 16, 2025 (unanimous)
• Adopted minutes from November 20, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Miss LillyRose Granger, Student Representative (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Mr. Otis Harris Jr. (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Miss AyRue Lin, Student Representative (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Dr. Katera Moore (unanimous)

Historic District Commission

The City of Dover Historic District Commission meeting scheduled for January 15, 2026 was cancelled because there were no agenda items. The commission’s next meeting is set for February 19, 2026.

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee meeting scheduled for January 13, 2026, has been cancelled. The next meeting is set for February 10, 2026.

Council Committee of the Whole

The Legislative, Finance, and Administration Committee will consider two economic development grant applications totaling $97,363 and recommend awarding them. The committee will also recommend awarding a $128,282.64 contract to Mar-Allen Concrete Products for repairs to the Silver Lake Dam. Additionally, the committee will review an active recreation plan for the Enclave Apartments and a proposed ordinance adding Lemon Housing Protection to the building code.

• Approve $47,363 grant to The People's Community Center Economic Development Fund
• Approve $50,000 grant to Donny Legans Economic Development Fund
• Award contract to Mar-Allen Concrete Products, Inc. for Silver Lake Dam Repairs – $128,282.64
• Approve active recreation area plan for the Enclave Apartments (6.08‑acre site on Walker Road)
• Proposed Ordinance #2025-14 to add Lemon Housing Protection to Chapter 22 building regulations

The Council Committee of the Whole adopted its agenda by unanimous vote. The Parks, Recreation, and Community Enhancement Committee also adopted its agenda unanimously. No other substantive actions or votes were recorded in the meeting.

• Adopted Committee of the Whole agenda (unanimous)
• Adopted Parks, Recreation, and Community Enhancement Committee agenda (unanimous)

City Council Meetings

The Dover City Council will adopt the consent agenda, adopt minutes from the December 8, 2025 meeting, and consider several committee reports. Council members will review and likely approve the award of a $2,110,312 contract to Richard E. Pierson Construction Company for water quality improvements. The meeting also includes a first reading of a fire‑prevention fee amendment ordinance and discussion of a revised recreation plan for The Old Post at 55 Loockerman Plaza.

• Award contract to Richard E. Pierson Construction Co., Inc. for Water Quality Improvements Project (ITB #26-0005WW) – $2,110,312
• Review and recommendation to approve the Revised Active Recreation Plan for The Old Post (55 Loockerman Plaza)
• Committee recommendation to seek funding to stripe East Loockerman Street from South Edgehill Avenue to North Little Creek Road
• First reading of Proposed Ordinance #2025-25 to amend Appendix F – Fees and Fines, Chapter 46 – Fire Prevention and Protection
• Proposed Ordinance #2025-17 to strengthen the stormwater ordinance by amending Chapter 98

Council President Neil presided as the council voted to strike Item #1 from the agenda, a motion moved by Mr. Rocha and seconded by Mr. Boggerty, and it was carried unanimously. The amended agenda was then adopted by a unanimous vote after a motion by Mr. Rocha and seconded by Mr. Boggerty. The council also adopted the consent agenda and approved the minutes of the December 8, 2025 meeting, each by unanimous roll‑call votes.

• Motion to strike Item #1 from agenda – carried unanimously
• Motion to adopt amended agenda – carried unanimously
• Adoption of consent agenda – carried unanimously by roll‑call vote
• Approval of December 8, 2025 meeting minutes – approved unanimously

Home Events

City Council members have been invited to attend the Dover Fire Department’s Annual Appreciation Banquet & Awards on Saturday, January 10, 2026, from 6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. The notice states a quorum of Council may be present, but clarifies that this is not a Council meeting. No official action will be taken at the banquet.

Development Advisory Committee (DAC)

The Development Advisory Committee will meet to discuss draft DAC reports and comments on four pending development applications. The agenda includes a master‑plan review for Bayhealth Medical Center’s Kent Campus, a site‑plan review for R.E. Pierson Regional Headquarters, a site‑development review for The Enclave Apartments, and a revised master‑plan review for DuPont Plaza. Findings from this meeting will be forwarded to the Planning Commission for its January 20 meeting.

• Bayhealth Medical Center – Review of a 22.55‑acre master plan (phases 1‑3) for the Kent Campus, including an emergency department expansion, parking garage, and demolition of existing structures; variances for setback and 175‑ft height already approved.
• R.E. Pierson Regional Headquarters – Review of a site‑plan for a 9,900 SF office, 9,600 SF garage and contractors yard on 5.284 acres at 30 Lafferty Lane; includes waiver requests for sidewalk and curbing.
• The Enclave Apartments – Review of a site‑development application for two three‑story garden‑style buildings with 48 units on 6.08 acres on Walker Road; includes clubhouse, parking improvements, and recreation areas.
• DuPont Plaza – Review of a revised master plan for a 44,619 SF retail center on 9.954 acres at 747 N. DuPont Highway; proposes four buildings and a subdivision waiver for lots without public street frontage.

City Council Meetings

The Dover City Council meeting on January 7, 2026 will adopt the agenda and the minutes from the November 17, 2025 meeting. It will discuss a request for funding for upcoming Police Athletic League events and receive PAL updates. The council will also discuss by‑laws for the Dover Community Policing Foundation and address strategic planning and announcements.

• Adoption of agenda
• Adoption of November 17, 2025 meeting minutes
• Request for funding for upcoming Police Athletic League events
• Discussion of Dover Community Policing Foundation by‑laws
• Strategic planning discussion

The board unanimously adopted the meeting agenda and the November 17, 2025 minutes. A motion was passed to allow expenditure of up to $19,000 for PAL events, including the Sponsored Athlete Program, Easter Egg Hunt, basketball clinic, Youth Academy, and A Day in Our Boots. The request for a modest contribution to Deebo Williams’ youth flag‑football team was deferred to a future meeting.

• Adopted agenda (unanimous)
• Adopted November 17, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved up to $19,000 funding for PAL programs (unanimous)
• Deferred Deebo Williams flag‑football equipment request (future agenda)

Construction and Property Maintenance Code Board of Appeals

The Construction and Property Maintenance Code Board of Appeals will meet to review two specific code violation appeals. The board will determine if registration fees or permit denials should be overturned.

• Appeal of registration fee for property maintenance code violation at 3074 North DuPont Highway
• Appeal of denied building permit for residential code violation at 321 Charring Cross Drive

The Board approved an amended agenda, moving the residential code violation appeal to Item #1, with a unanimous vote. Later, the Board unanimously upheld the Building Inspector’s decision to deny the building permit for 321 Charring Cross Drive, directing the applicant to resubmit without a teardown. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Amended agenda approved (unanimous)
• Uphold denial of building permit for 321 Charring Cross Drive (unanimous)