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City of Dover News
A Free Electronic Newsletter
33rd Edition 04/24/2023
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ELECTION RESULTS
The Municipal Election was held on Tuesday, April 18, 2023 at the Dover Elk's Club.
The results are as follows
Mayoral Seat:
Mayor Robin R. Christiansen 900 (63.11%)
Ms. Diana Welch 526 (36.89%)
1st District:
Mr. Paul Fleming 184 (36.08)
Councilwoman Dr. Julia Pillsbury 326 (63.92)
2nd District
Ms. Donyale Hall 204 (44.74%)
Mr. Brian E. Lewis 252 (55.26)
3rd and 4th Districts were unopposed
3rd - Councilwoman Tricia Arndt
4th - Councilman Roy Sudler, Jr.
Congratulations to all and thank you to all of the candidates!
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Looking for a change?
WE ARE HIRING!
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No matter what career you may be contemplating, we likely have
an opening in your area of interest!
The City of Dover is currently hiring positions in Customer Service, Public Works, Planning and more!
To see the full listing CLICK HERE or follow City of Dover Human Resources on Facebook today!
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WE THANK YOU!
Governor Carney, AKA Sorority, Bally's and DNREC working together with the City of Dover for the health and beauty of Mirror Lake (Park Drive, Dover)
Earth Day 2023
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In case you missed it...
POWER COST ADJUSTMENT
SAVING YOU MONEY ON YOUR ELECTRICAL BILL
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City Council voted on March 27, 2023 - following a presentation by the Finance Director to lift the 3 cent kWh power adjustment. The cost to purchase power fell due to our mild winter and other factors, which means we now have a savings to pass back on to our customers.
The power cost adjustment will reflect on your bills issued beginning with bill dates on and after April 1st. (Your "bill date" is found in the upper left hand corner under Account information).
This rate is good through June 30, 2023
To gain a better understanding, we have made the short presentation available by CLICKING HERE.
The presentation contains valuable information in understanding the rate comparison, PPA (purchase power adjustment), and the impact of our electric utility.
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Meeting our Electrical Needs | |
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The City of Dover, in conjunction with The Energy Authority, presented the 2023 Integrated Resource Planning ("IRP") process to the Dover City Council on March 13.
The comprehensive roadmap provides the City with direction on how to meet electricity demand for the next 20-plus years with a focus on reliability and resiliency,
diversification and environmental stewardship, and fiscal responsibility.
(Click on the picture above to view the presentation.)
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Workforce Readiness Assistance is Available | |
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The Education and Employment Department from West End Neighborhood House is offering workforce readiness services which includes employable skills development, resume workshops, job placement assistance, digital literacy, occupational skills training which leads to industry recognized credentials, and financial literacy and resource management, and so much more!
We strive to build strong work forces and provide opportunities for people to become self-sufficient with less need for outside help and for communities to thrive.
These services will be available every Wednesday and Thursday from 9AM-1PM, on the second floor of the Dover Library.
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JOIN US FOR DOVER DAYS - MAY 5th and 6th, 2023!
The annual Dover Days Festival is one of Delaware’s largest and longest-running free events, and is entirely dedicated to promoting our state’s heritage and culture.
Dover Days is easily the biggest parade in Kent County, with Delaware’s Governor serving as Grand Marshal.
Each year’s Dover Days activities showcase our state’s history and heritage, as well as highlights from more contemporary times such as the parade, traditional Maypole Dancing, games, tethered hot air balloon rides, moon bounce village, over 100 craft and food vendors, music, colonial artisans’ village and historic re-enactment groups.
Event Schedule
Dover Days Fireworks Kick-Off Event - Fri., May 5, 2023 from 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Dover Days Festival - Sat., May 6, 2023 from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Dover Days Parade - Sat., May 6, 2023 at 9:15 a.m.
Check out the website to see all the scheduled happenings for the event HERE
(CLICK ON PICTURE BELOW TO BE DIRECTED TO THE REGISTRATION PAGE)
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Take a few minutes to see if you qualify!
Literally THOUSANDS of people in Dover qualify and are not taking advantage of the free service.
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The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) is a federal benefit that aims to connect these individuals by providing eligible households with a discount of $30/month toward their home Internet bill. In addition, the benefit provides a one-time $100 discount toward a connected device through a participating provider. At this time, only 26% of eligible households have applied for the benefit due to a lack of awareness, lack of trust in the program, or inability to enroll due to application barriers
“High-speed home Internet allows Americans to work remotely, send their children to school and access healthcare, job training, critical government services, and to keep in touch with loved ones.’’ said Mayor Christiansen. “We are committed to closing the broadband affordability gap in Dover so that every resident has equal access to the opportunities of the digital age.”
The City of Dover has information available on our website as well at https://www.cityofdover.com/AffordableConnectivityProgram
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Water Distribution System Flushing | |
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The City of Dover Department of Water & Wastewater will be flushing various sections of the City’s water distribution system in an effort to alleviate concerns regarding brown water. Staff intends to flush all sectors of the distribution system as long as time and weather conditions permit. Flushing will occur continuously each night from 9:00 p.m. until 6:00 a.m., starting on Sunday evening and ending on Friday morning. (In the event of adverse weather conditions, the flushing operations may be postponed by one week.)
Spring flushing is scheduled to start Sunday, April 16, 2023 and end Friday, May 5, 2023.
Maps of the anticipated flushing locations for each night of flushing will be posted on the City of Dover Water & Wastewater webpage (https://www.cityofdover.com/WaterandWastewater) and on the City of Dover Facebook page.
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Mulch and Compost Giveaway | |
Mark your calendar!
Mulch giveaway will Monday, May 1st through Saturday, May 13th from 8am - 2pm. Please note there will be no giveaway on Sunday, May 7th.
Location - Schutte Park
Schutte Park is located on Electric Avenue off of Hazlettville Road, west of Proctor & Gamble. Public Works personnel will be onsite for assistance.
Questions concerning this program should be directed to the Department of Public Works at 736-7025.
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From classes to leagues and things in between the staff at the John W. Pitts Center has plenty of opportunities for you to get active! Can't find something you are interested in joining? Join us for open gym time.
Click Here to see the offerings at the Parks and Rec Department.
Follow them on Facebook by clicking here: FACEBOOK
Want to use the gym at the Pitts Center? Check to see when it is available - Call the Open Gym Schedule Line: (302) 736‐4443
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Dover 4th of July is looking for sponsors and you could sponsor a FIREWORK for only $17.76!
One of the events everyone looks forward to is the 4th of July - do your part in helping make this another fantastic year!
For more information CLICK HERE!
Plans are underway for the parade as well for more information on the parade click here.
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Looking for fun things to do? | |
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Your Dover Public Library has a wide array of programs to choose from for the whole family - From knitting, to a job center, painting, "shamrock slime", Naloxone training, and so much more!
Check out the event calendar if you are looking for programs and activities for you and yours!
PROGRAM LIST
Also check out the EVENT CALENDAR for daily happenings in the library!
The Dover Public Library is also very active on Facebook and you can join and follow them by clicking HERE
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Guinness Book of World Records Bounce House Coming to YOU!
NASCAR IS BACK - THIS WEEKEND!!!!
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Dover Motor Speedway has many activities planned that are free and available to ALL during the race weekend!
Be sure to check out the world's largest bounce house at over 12,000 square feet! It is free and open all weekend long!
There will be music, fireworks, outdoor movie night and more.
Go to Dover Speedway Event for additional details and to see all they are offering over the April 28-30th race weekend!
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Mayor and Dover City Council | |
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To view the profiles (which includes their contact information) of the Mayor and City Council please click HERE.
Wondering who your representatives are for your district?
Click HERE to download the map of the district
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City Hall
15 Loockerman Plaza
Dover, DE 19901
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