LEGISLATIVE, FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE

The Legislative, Finance, and Administration Committee meeting was held on December 13, 2004, at 6:34 p.m. with Chairman Salters presiding. Members present were Mr. Hogan, Mr. Slavin, Mr. Shevock, and Mr. Shelton. Members of Council present were Mr. Carey, Mr. Pitts, Mr. Sadusky, Mr. Ritter, Mr. Ruane, and Council President Williams. Mayor Speed was also present.

AGENDA ADDITIONS/DELETIONS

Mr. Hogan moved for approval of the agenda, seconded by Mr. Slavin and unanimously carried.

Proposed Ordinance Amendment - Section 2-91 - Duties and Responsibilities of the Mayor

Members considered a proposed ordinance prepared by Mayor Speed that would amend Section 2-91 - Duties and Responsibilities of the Mayor, of the Dover Code. The proposed ordinance would provide a better definition of the duties and responsibilities of the Mayor.

Mr. Ruane suggested that members review all sections of the Charter and Code that reference the Mayor to assure that all duties and responsibilities have been included in the proposed amendment.

Mr. Slavin moved for adoption of the proposed ordinance amendment to Section 2-91 of the Dover Code (Attachment #1), seconded by Mr. Hogan and unanimously carried.

Mr. Slavin moved for adjournment, seconded by Mr. Hogan and unanimously carried.

Meeting Adjourned at 6:53 P.M.

                                                                                    Respectfully submitted,

                                                                                    Reuben Salters

                                                                                    Chairman

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Attachment

Attachment #1 - Proposed Ordinance Amendment, Section 2-91 - Duties and Responsibilities of the Mayor