Cultural & Entertainment District Re-Designation_Dubuque Main Street Copyrighted
May 7, 2018
City of Dubuque Consent Items # 7.
ITEM TITLE: Cultural & Entertainment District Re-Designation
SUMMARY: City Manager recommending approval of the Dubuque Main
Street application for the re-designation of the Downtown
Dubuque Cultural Corridor as a State-recognized Cultural &
Entertainment District, with expansion to include the Historic
Millwork District on the east and the Flat Iron Park area on
the south.
RESOLUTION Approving and supporting application to
lowa Department of Cultural Affairs for re-designation of
Dubuque Cultural & Entertainment District
SUGGESTED DISPOSITION: Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt
Resolution(s)
ATTACHMENTS:
Description Type
Dubuque Cultural & Entertainment District City Manager Memo
Redesignation-NNM Memo
Staff Memo Staff Memo
2004 Cultural & Entertainment District Map Supporting Documentation
Application Supporting Documentation
Vicinity Map Supporting Documentation
Culture& Enterfainment District map Supporting Documentation
Properties List Supporting Documentation
Letter of Support Supporting Documentation
Resolution Resolutions
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TO: The Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
FROM: Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager
SUBJECT: Dubuque Cultural & Entertainment District Re-designation
DATE: April 30, 2018
Planning Services Manager Laura Carstens recommends City Council approval of the
Dubuque Main Street application for the re-designation of the Downtown Dubuque
Cultural Corridor as a State-recognized Cultural & Entertainment District, with
expansion to include the Historic Millwork District on the east and the Flat Iron Park
area on the south.
I concur with the recommendation and respectfully request Mayor and City Council
approval.
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cc: Dan LoBianco, Executive Director, Dubuque Main Street
Crenna Brumwell, City Attorney
Teri Goodmann, Assistant City Manager
Cori Burbach, Assistant City Manager
Laura Carstens, Planning Services Manager
Maurice Jones, Economic Development Director
Debra Alleyne, Arts & Cultural Affair Coordinator
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TO: Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager
FROM: Laura Carstens, Planning Seroices Manager -
SUBJECT: Dubuque Cultural & Entertainment District Re-designation
DATE: April 27, 2018
INTRODUCTION
This memo transmits the Dubuque Main Street application for the re-designation of the
Downtown Dubuque Cultural Corridor as a State-recognized Cultural & Entertainment
District with expansion to include the Historic Millwork District on the east and the Flat
Iron Park area on the south. Maps, supporting documentation, a City letter of support,
and a resolution are enclosed.
BACKGROUND
lowa Cultural & Entertainment District designation recognizes well-identified, walkable,
mixed-use, compact areas of a city or county in which a high concentration of cultural
facilities serves as the anchor. These districts are attracting residents and tourists who
support adjacent businesses such as restaurants, lodging facilities, retail stores and
entertainment venues.
The program is administered by the lowa Arts Council, a division of the lowa
Department of Cultural Affairs. The program goals are to distinguish those districts
which have created unique cultural centers and prioritized visitor experiences; promote
the districts and their supported activities; and provide technical assistance and
professional development opportunities.
DISCUSSION
In August 2004, the City of Dubuque and Dubuque Main Street jointly submitted an
application for a Cultural & Entertainment District in downtown Dubuque. In November
2004, the lowa Department of Cultural Affairs named Downtown Dubuque Cultural
Corridor among the first eight certified Cultural & Entertainment Districts in the state. A
map of the original Downtown Dubuque Cultural Corridor is enclosed.
Per lowa Code, all designated Cultural & Entertainment Districts are required to apply
for re-designation every ten years. The re-designation process will include information
updating the cultural district identity, operations and programming information, Cultural
& Entertainment District assets, goals for the next ten years, accomplishments from the
previous ten years and economic impact.
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The City of Dubuque and Dubuque Main Street are using this re-designation process as
an opportunity to expand the Downtown Dubuque Cultural Corridor beyond downtown
into adjoining cultural areas -- the Historic Millwork District and the Flat Iron Park area.
The presence of arts and cultural opportunities in and around the downtown enhances
property values, businesses profitability, and the tax base as well as attracting a diverse
and well-educated workforce — a key incentive for new and relocating businesses. The
Historic Millwork District and the Flat Iron Park area both have seen significant growth in
cultural, entertainment, retail, office, and residential uses.
What are the benefits? lowa Department of Cultural Affairs staff will endeavor to
promote projects and initiatives implemented by the Cultural & Entertainment Districts
through established networks. Designated Districts are provided an "lowa Cultural &
Entertainment DistricY' sign. These signs serve to market and promote the district.
Designated Districts are encouraged to use the "lowa Cultural & Entertainment DistricY'
logo in marketing efforts. Additionally, lowa Department of Cultural Affairs staff will
provide technical assistance to Cultural & Entertainment Districts, including
communication on grant opportunities, professional development workshops and best
practices from other Districts.
Applications are due May 1 , 2018. Applicants will be notified by June 29, 2018.
BUDGETIMPACT
There is no budget impact to the City of Dubuque. As with the current Downtown
Dubuque Cultural Corridor, Dubuque Main Street will serve as the primary applicant for
designation and manage collaboration between partners. Dubuque Main Street will be
the entity legally obligated to the terms of a Memorandum of Understanding upon re-
designation and will be responsible for submitting annual reports to the State.
RECOMMENDATION
Dubuque Main Street recommends approval of the application for re-designation of the
Downtown Dubuque Cultural Corridor as a Cultural & Entertainment District with
expansion to include the Historic Millwork District and the Flat Iron Park area. City staff
concurs and with the recommendation.
The application will be submitted by deadline of May 1 precedes the City Council's May
7 meeting. If the City Council does not approve the application, it will be withdrawn.
REQUESTED ACTION
The requested action is for the City Council to approve the application for re-designation
of the Downtown Dubuque Cultural Corridor as a Cultural & Entertainment District with
expansion to include the Historic Millwork District and the Flat Iron Park area, and to
adopt the enclosed resolution in support.
Enclosures
cc: Maurice Jones, Economic Development Director
Dan LoBianco, Executive Director, Dubuque Main Street
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Kevin Firnstahl
From:Kevin Firnstahl
Sent:Thursday, May 10, 2018 11:40 AM
To:dan@dubuquemainstreet.org
Cc:Laura Carstens
Subject:C&E District Re-Designation Documentation
Attachments:Cultural & Entertainment District Re-Designation_Dubuque Main Street.pdf
Dan,
Attached is Dubuque City Council executed Resolution No. 117-18 approving and supporting DMS’ application for re-
designation of the Dubuque Cultural and Entertainment District.
I’ve included all supporting documentation from the Council agenda.
Please contact me if you have questions or difficulty with the attachment.
Thank you.
Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
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50 W. 13 Street
Dubuque, IA 52001
kfirnsta@cityofdubuque.org
563-589-4100
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Prepared by: Laura Carstens, City Planner Address: City Hall, 50 W. 13th St, Dubuque, IA 52001 Telephone: 589-4210
Return to: Kevin Firnstahl, City Clerk Address: City Hall, 50 W. 13th St, Dubuque, IA 52001 Telephone: 589-4121
RESOLUTION NO. 117-18
RESOLUTION APPROVING AND SUPPORTING APPLICATION TO IOWA
DEPARTMENT OF CULTURAL AFFAIRS FOR RE -DESIGNATION OF DUBUQUE
CULTURAL & ENTERTAINMENT DISTRICT
Whereas, the Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs certified the Dubuque Cultural &
Entertainment District in 2004; and
Whereas, the Dubuque Cultural & Entertainment District is due for re -designation; and
Whereas, re -designation will assist the City of Dubuque and Dubuque Main Street to
enhance public-private partnerships to support culture and entertainment in the District.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The Mayor is hereby authorized and directed to sign this resolution on behalf
of the City of Dubuque and submit the request to the Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs
for re -designation of the Dubuque Cultural & Entertainment District.
Section 2. The City Council agrees to participate in the development and support of said
District and directs the City Manager to actively support and cooperate with the governing
board of Dubuque Main Street to develop and maintain the Dubuque Cultural &
Entertainment District.
Passed, approved and adopted this 7th day of May 2018.
Roy D. uol, Mayor
Attest:
Kwin S. Firn`stahl, City Clerk
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Dan LoBianco, Executive Director
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SUBJECT: Support for Dubuque Cultural & Entertainment District Re-tlesignation
Dear Mr. LoBianco,
I am pleasetl to provitle this letter of support on behalf of the Cily of Dubuque in support
of Dubuque Main StreePs application for Cultural & Entertainment District Re-
tlesignation for the Downtown Dubuque Cultural Corritlor.
In our long collaboration with Dubuque Main Street for revitalizing antl managing
Downtown Dubuque as the longest running Urban Main Street program in the nation,
we've recognizetl the power of working partnerships antl the funtlamental significance
of the Downtown Dubuque Cultural Corritlor on our economic prosperily, social /
cultural vibrancy, antl qualily of life.
Dubuque Main StreePs tletlication to the Downtown Dubuque Cultural Corritlor offers
enriching antl engaging experiences to visitors, businesses, antl resitlents. The Cily of
Dubuque supports your initiative to seek re-tlesignation of this important area as a
Cultural & Entertainment District. We look fonvartl to the collaborative process of
enhancing antl preserving this historic lantlmark.
Sincerely,
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Planning Services Manager
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Cultural & Entertainment District Application
Cultural & Entertainment District Information
1. Name of Cultural & Entertainment District"
Downtown Dubuque Cultural Corridor (DDCC)
2. Summary of Proposed Cultural & Entertainment District"
Provide a description and justification of the Cultural & Entertainment District boundary,
including:
• Presence ofAnchorArts & Cultural Attractions
• Walkability & Access
• Relationships with local artists
• Support for new cultural industries, organizations and artists
DDCC has many historic institutional, commercial, and industrial buildings with first floor
retail/offices and upper story housing. DDCC offers affordable housing along with mix of
commercial uses, offices, churches, parks and schools. Major revitalization at Port of
Dubuque, Millwork District, and Flat Iron Park reclaiming underutilized and brownfield
properties for walkable, accessible, mixed-use redevelopment. Bike/hike network
connects to parks, the River, downtown and historic sites. DDCC vehicular and
pedestrian wayfinding signs guide visitors to historic sites, public parks, public parking,
trails, and other attractions.
Anchor attractions:
. Port of Dubuque: Alliant Energy Amphitheater (home to local festivals), Grand
River Center, Grand Harbor Resort, National Mississippi River Museum &
Aquarium and Diamond Jo Casino.
. The Smokestack, slated for demolition, transformed into a multifaceted arts
venue.
. Saint Raphael's Cathedral, Cable Car Square and Fenelon Place Incline
Elevator.
. Dubuque Farmers' Market (DFM), managed by Dubuque Main Street (DMS),
oldest market in lowa (173 years!). Hosting artists and musicians during 26-
weekend festival, DFM has grown exponentially in the last 5 years.
. Historic Carnegie-Stout Public Library and Ryan House.
. Jackson Park and the history-laden Irish (St. Patrick's) and German (Steeple
Square) Catholic churches.
. Town Clock Plaza (home to music & art festivals) with 4 major venues within 2
blocks -- Grand Opera House, Five Flags Civic Center, Majestic Theater (home
to the symphony orchestra, community theater, and touring events) and Dubuque
Museum of Art.
The 2017 City Comprehensive Plan recognizes 4 principles of Social + Cultural
Vibrancy: Community Knowledge, Green Buildings, Healthy Local Foods, Community
Health & Safety. Major part of local arts and culture is healthy foods, specifically local
access. DFM looks to bridge "Community Knowledge" (Chefs @ Market) with
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"Community Health" (Double Up Food Bucks - providing SNAP recipients with $1 :$1
match for buying fresh fruits and vegetables) to allow community wide access.
DDCC completed Equity, Inclusivity and Diversity training to review current
programming. To build a relationship with local musicians and venues, a winter Music
Crawl was launched. The City awards Arts & Culture Grants annually.
3. Cultural & Entertainment District Advisory Council'
List partners and organizations, must include at least one city or county official
Travel Dubuque, Keith Rahe
Greater Dubuque Development Corporation (GDDC), Ed Raber
Creative Adventure Lab, Jordan DeGree
Julien Dubuque International Film Festival (JDIFF), Susan Gorrell
East central Intergovernmental Association (ECIA), Kelley Deutmeyer
Outside the Lines Art Gallery, Stormy Mochal
City of Dubuque, Debra Alleyne
The Grand Opera House, Frank McClain
Winter Farmers' Market, Chris Happ Olson
Heritage Works, Duane Hagerty
Carnegie-Stout Public Library, Denette Kellogg
Dubuque Museum of Art, David Schmitz
Cultural & Entertainment District Boundary
1. Vicinity Map"
Upload an image of the district seeking Cultural & Entertainment District designation,
including:
• Street Names
• Transportation Corridors and Facilities
• District boundary
See enclosed Vicinity Map.
2. Cultural & Entertainment District Boundary Map"
Provide a general description and justification of the Cultural & Entertainment District
boundary, including but not limited to:
. General location of the cultural district within the community
. Historic standing structures (indicate those listed on the National Register of
Historic Places)
. Boundaries ofhistoric districts that are listed on, orhave been determined
eligible for, the National Register of Historic Places, (if any)
. Cultural, arts and tourism amenities
. Entertainment venues (including music, TV and film studios, event spaces)
. Retail, service and restaurant amenities
. Green/open space
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. Primary pedestrian corridors in the cultural district
. Accessibility features (existing and proposed)
The DDCC includes the central business district, transitional mixed-use neighborhoods,
Port of Dubuque, Historic Millwork District, and Flat Iron Park area. DDCC contains
many architecturally significant institutional, commercial, and industrial buildings that
house a mix of uses, with first floor retail/office uses and opportunities for uses on the
upper floors. DDCC's historic downtown neighborhoods include affordable two- and
three-story residential buildings in an urban street/alley grid pattern with a mix of
commercial and office uses along with churches, parks and schools. A bike/hike
network provides connections to parks, the River, downtown and its historic
neighborhoods.
The DDCC uses vehicular and pedestrian wayfinding sign systems that feature historic
sites, public parks and open spaces, public parking lots and ramps, sports complexes,
trails, transit bus stops, and other community attractions, to guide visitors — whether
they are driving, biking, walking, or riding the bus —to community amenities and
attractions.
The attached map and location listing legend of over 220 assets/venues is likely the
best description tool of the DDCC. Official borders of the DDCC are as follows —
Starting in the northwest corner of 22"d Street, the district is bordered by a large bluff
(Bluff Street) to the eastern train tracks Qust on the other side of Elm Street), Then the
perimeter runs along the Port of Dubuque, with the Mississippi River as the remainder
of the eastern border. On the south, the border begins with the South Port and follows
the bluffs and Mississippi as a guide.
Cultural, Arts and Tourism Venues: see list of permanent anchor venues in question 2.
above
Entertainment Venues: 62
Restaurant / Retail: 109
Hotel / Bed & Breakfast: 7
Open Space / National Register Places: 46
Total Corridor Engagement Spaces: 222 (some spaces are retail & hotel)
Historic Register: 'See Map'
DDCC Historic Districts on National Reqister:
. Cathedral Historic District
. Dubuque Millworking Historic District
. Jackson Park Historic District
. Old Main Historic District
. St. Mary's Catholic Church Historic District
. Upper Central Avenue Commercial Historic District
. Upper lowa Street Historic District
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. Upper Main Street Historic District
. Washington Residential Historic District
Cultural & Entertainment District Description
1. Timing of Designation"
Describe how designation will be used to benefit the proposed district and the
surrounding areas, including:
• why the district is well positioned for designation
• plans to market the cultural district to workers, businesses, and tourists
The DDCC is up for completing the renewal designation process in 2018. We believe
that our achievements over the last 10 years have allowed us to encompass the
Millwork DistricYs cultural and entertainment venues in this year's application. From our
original application, we have expanded by 56 assets. In the last year, local efforts have
enabled the DDCC to take pride in daily events attracting community members and
tourists. From a Live Music Crawl to a First Friday Gallery tour undertaken by the
downtown galleries, we look to promote inclusivity and accessibility to the cultural arts
activities.
The DDCC prides itself in a dependable record of organizing and assisting successful
festivals and arts programming for all, including: a live Music Crawl, connecting
downtown venues featuring local musicians; the Dubuque& All That Jazz outdoor
concert series, featuring award-winning regional musicians specializing in genres from
Soul, to Funk, and Zydeco; Architecture Days, a week of events focused on educational
programs; Fall Into Art Gallery Tour exploring the DDCC & in 2017, featured work from
3 major area institutions of higher learning (Clarke University, University of Wisconsin-
Platteville, and University of Dubuque). In FY 2019, we look to expand outreach during
our pop-up shop recruitment event on Central Ave. in fall 2018. This new even will also
feature a culinary arts and district music events.
DMS & the DDCC manage a 26 week long cultural and arts festival, the DFM. DFM is
lowa's oldest open air market with over 140 market vendors and artisans, with at the
least 2 arts activities per week (from music performances to chef demonstrations). We
host weekly Kids @ Market activities from crafts and paintings to horticulture and
engaged over 50 kids weekly in 2017.
With DDCC's assistance, fellow NFPs' downtown events attract over 71 ,000 people
annually to experience our unique offerings of arts & cultural activities. DDCC
collaborates extensively with private and public partners including the Dubuque County
Historic Preservation Commission, City of Dubuque Historic Preservation Commissions,
to Main Street lowa, to the National Trust for Historic Preservation. New collaborations
with downtown arts stakeholders will assist and support the effort to create a Creative
Commons DMS has offered to act as a fiscal incubator for the fundraising campaign for
this project.
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Other elements of this plan are intertwined with strategies and principles to enhance the
nature of our Cultural Corridor. These concepts include an aggressive
residential/housing initiative. In a building by building inventory conducted by DMS, with
the assistance of the City's Building Services & Planning Departments, a remaining 35
structures with un- or underdeveloped upper stories were identified as potential for
affordable and market-rate housing (rental or purchase). The vacancies are ideal
targets for live-work space, including studios and pertormance areas.
2. Proof of Community Support"
Attach documentation demonstrating the applicant has community support in
designating a Cultural & Entertainment district, these may include but are not limited to:
• letter or resolution by the governing body (City, County or Joint resolution) supporting
the cultural district
• letter or resolutions by other local development corporation and community
organizations supporting the cultural district
• letters of support from each partner organization on the Cultural and Entertainment
District Advisory Council
• letters of support by businesses and organizations located within the proposed district
See enclosed letters of support from various partners and community organizaions.
3. Public Access"
Describe the plans for public access to the district for which you are seeking
designation, including:
• target audience to benefit from the district
• plans for public access
• Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accessibility features of the district
• plan to market and disseminate project activities to target audience
Planning events, DDCC recognizes the importance of attracting vulnerable members of
the community. In 2017, the events specialist completed the Intercultural Competency
Training to assist in programming effectiveness to attract all community members.
DMS has worked extensively with the city when buildings are updated to ensure ADA
accessibility. When planning events, the DDCC looks to provide all community
members with the opportunity to attend through holding events that are physically
accessible and keeping events free or low-cost.
Having received a USDA grant, a Market Money program in 2015 utilizing tokens from
swiping Debit/Credit/SNAP cards at DFM. We were able to expand our outreach into
households with already tight budgets by attracting an additional incentive for our SNAP
users at market known as Double Up Food Bucks. This program matches $1 to $1 (up
to $10 per market day), providing an additional incentive to purchase local fresh fruits
and vegetables. Our program is entering Year 3, and we saw a 24°k increase of usage
from 2016 to 2017. In addition to these health benefits, these disadvantaged citizens
also come to experience the music and arts that make DFM a weekly cultural festival.
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4. Incentives"
Describe incentives the County, City or community partnering organization offers to
cultural and entertainment enterprises and/or qualifying resident cultural workers. Be as
specific as possible about the local incentives offered. Local incentives might include,
but are not necessarily limited to:
. special signage
. publicity
. local grants
. property tax abatement
. Self-supporting MunicipallmprovementDistricts (SSMID)
. Tax Increment Financing Districts (TIF)
. rent buy-downs
. low interest loans or zoning to encourage live/work space for artists
Incentive programs include, but are not be limited to:
. A Rehabilitation Design Guideline Packet is available.
. Dubuque Main Street Loan Pool — subsidized loan interest rate loan (up to
$250,000.00) program tied to historic renovation projects, through five city banks.
Amortized over 10 years, the rate on this program is fixed for five-year periods at
a below market rate.
. Dubuque Main Street/Main Street lowa Challenge Grant Program — economic
development competitive grant up to $75,000.00.
. Dubuque Main Street Fa�ade Program — free design assistance for fa�ade
renovation.
. City of Dubuque Fa�ade Grant Program — up to $10,000.00 for historic fa�ade
renovation of commercial properties.
. City of Dubuque Financial Consultant Grant Program — up to $15,000.00 for
financial consulting and feasibility studies.
. City of Dubuque Planning and Design Grant Program — up to $10,000.00 for
predevelopment and architectural costs.
. The 10°k Federal ADA compliance tax credit.
. City of Dubuque Downtown ADA Assistance Program — 50°k reimbursement of
making a property ADA compliant after a 50°k Federal Tax Credit up to
$5,000.00.
. City of Dubuque Tax Increment Financing- For properties located within the
Urban Renewal District boundaries (a majority of the DDCC).
. City of Dubuque Micro Loan Program — loans of up to $3,000.00 for new
businesses through the US Small Business Administration.
. State of lowa State Historic Tax Credit — 25°k lowa Income Tax credit available
to offset costs incurred during historic property rehabilitation. Reimbursement of
cost, not dependent on tax obligation.
. Federal Historic Tax Credit — 20°k Federal Income Tax credit available to offset
costs incurred during historic property rehabilitation.
. We also assist projects pursue Historic Resource Development (HRDP) Grants.
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. City of Dubuque Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG).
Through the implementation of the Downtown Master Plan, the City of Dubuque
adjusted as many zoning and building code ordinances as possible to encourage
live/work space for artists, and other cultural corridor ventures.
A FREE design assistance program through the Main Street lowa program is offered. A
similar assistance module and a construction/renovation/restoration guideline manual
are offered through our Historic Preservation Commission. Other initiatives and
programs are already in place, including the already nationally certified and longest
standing Urban Main Street program in the nation. Dubuque has a Certified Local
Government; a very active Historic Preservation Commission; its award-winning
Convention & Visitors Bureau (Travel Dubuque); and a local development corporation,
the Greater Dubuque Development Corporation (GDDC). As always, more initiatives will
be sought and developed.
5. Developing and Sustaining the District"
Describe the plans for developing and sustaining the district over the ten-year
designation period. If previously designated, describe progress over past ten years and
plans for the future, including:
. explanation of goals, objectives, and expected outcomes for the cultural district
. coordination with other economic or community development programs (i.e.,
Main Street lowa, Certified Local Government, Historic Preservation
Commission, Chamber of Commerce, local arts commission and/orlocal
development corporation)
. description of transportation/walking plans for the cultural district (i.e., signage,
parking, shuttle buses, bike lanes and walking maps)
. identification of existing and future activitiesiprograms within the district
. description of affordable housing, studio space and performance space
Lonq Ranae Plans
Following the Downtown Master Plan and the new (2017) City Comprehensive Plan
(Imagine Dubuque 2037), the DDCC has established long range outcomes and goals.
Some goals are ongoing, and others are over the next five years. From working with the
City's Arts & Cultural Affairs Advisory Commission to working with the local CVB to build
up tourist attractions, the DDCC takes pride in successfully and strategically partnering
with entities. Included in this plan is building streetscape accessibility and establishing
requirements for green space and public art.
Included in this plan:
. the expansion plans for on-site DFM programming for families and cooking
demonstrations
. expanding the dollar amount and number of existing fa�ade improvement grants
and low-interest loans
. encouragement of reusing historic buildings for residential use where feasible
. supporting the creation of an arts program within the downtown schools to
support arts at a young age, and
Cultural & Entertainment District Application
. coordinating arts groups to make cultural arts activities part of a comprehensive
package for tourism.
DMS is the City's nationally recognized Main Street program. We continue to
comprehensively address downtown's economic vitality in partnership with the City of
Dubuque and multiple other City & regional partners. The DDCC is the city center of
employment and tourism, retaining a retail component with businesses selling through
multiple channels, including those who live and work downtown. Restaurants and
entertainment venues support cultural institutions and tourism and provide amenities for
Dubuque and surrounding neighbors. The DFM was consistently cited as the single
most open and welcoming place and activity for all residents and the place where
everyone regardless of neighborhood, race or age felt both welcome and safe.
Recommendations to expand the current vibrancy included: creating a "brand" for the
arts and cultural events to expanding tourism targeting the arts and cultural
components. From a quick poll, 61 votes were in favor of enhancing on-road bike lanes
and 49 votes would like to enhance walkability via connectivity and crosswalks.
Main Street lowa- lowa Economic Development Authority: Our mission and approach is
modeled through Main StreeYs guidance, both Main Street America and Main Street
lowa.
The downtown area includes the central business district, transitional mixed-use, the
Port of Dubuque and Historic Millwork District. Downtown Dubuque contains many
architecturally significant institutional, commercial, and industrial buildings. Downtown
buildings house a mix of uses, with first floor retail/office uses and opportunities for uses
on the upper floors. Dubuque's historic downtown neighborhoods include affordable
two- and three-story residential buildings in an urban street/alley grid pattern with a mix
of commercial and office uses along with churches, parks and schools. A bike/hike
network provides connections to parks, the River, downtown and its historic
neighborhoods.
Dubuque uses vehicular and pedestrian wayfinding sign systems in the DDCC that
feature historic sites, public parks and open spaces, public parking lots and ramps,
sports complexes, trails, transit bus stops, and other community attractions, to guide
visitors — whether they are driving, biking, walking, or riding the bus. Visitors easily
locate historical sites and local attractions in the DDCC.
Cultural & Entertainment District
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1 Raggedy Ann's/The Shoppe 350 Sth Street
2 Diamond Jo Casino/Restaurant/Bar 301 Bell Street
3 The Filament 301 Bell Street
4 Woodfire Grill 301 Bell Street
5 Grand Harbor Hotel 350 Bell Street
6 Grand Harbor Indoor Water Park 350 Bell Street
7 Tony Roma's 350 Bell Street
8 Grand River Center 500 Bell Street
9 St. Raphael Cathedral 231 Bluff Street
10 Redstone Inn (bed and breakfast) 504 Bluff Street
11 Telegraph Herald (newspaper) 801 Bluff Street
12 Audrey Wallis Interiors 940 Bluff Street
13 Grant Park 1500 Bluff Street
14 Sunshine Family Restaurant 401 Central Avenue
15 3DETI 472 Central Avenue
16 Dottie's Cafe 504 Central Avenue
17 Breezer's Pub 600 Central Avenue
18 Tri-State Blue Print & Framing 696 Central Avenue
19 Dubuque County Courthouse 720 Central Avenue
20 Old County Jail Museum 770 Central Avenue
21 Grand Tap 802 Central Avenue
22 Cue Masters (Billards Hall) 900 Central Avenue
23 Dubuque Mission Thrift Shop 2 998 Central Avenue
24 Chances R 1046 Central Avenue
25 Bicycle World 1072 Central Avenue
26 Winter Farmers' Market 1101 Central Avenue
27 Multicultural Family Center 1157 Central Avenue
28 Zoro's Gyros 1400 Central Avenue
29 Great Dragon Express (restaurant) 1435 Central Avenue
30 Gin Rickey's 1445 Central Avenue
31 The Fountain of Youth Program 1497 Central Avenue
32 Showcase Unlimited Woodworkers 1524 Central Avenue
33 Tony's Jewerly and Loan 1534 Central Avenue
34 Book Exchange 1538 Central Avenue
35 EI Paisano (Mexican Grocery/ Restaurant) 1543 Central Avenue
36 Diamond Vogel Pain Center 1585 Central Avenue
37 American Pawn Company 1633 Central Avenue
38 17th Street Pawn 1696 Central Avenue
39 John Bell Block 1301 Central Avenue
40 Shot Tower 1099 Commercial Street
41 East Mill Bread Company 333 E. lOth Street
42 The Foundry Restaurant & Bar 333 E. lOth Street
43 Backpocket Taproom 333 E. lOth Street
44 Millwork Marketplace 333 E. lOth Street
45 The Iron Bar 333 E. lOth Street
46 Steeple Square 105 E. 15th Street
47 National Mississippi River Museum &Aquarium 350 E. 3rd Street
48 Ice Harbor Gallery 500 E. 3rd Street
49 The Smokestack 62 E. 7th Street
50 Dubuque Freight House 300 E. 3rd Street
51 9th St.Staging& Design 55 E. 9th Street
52 Intermodal Transportation Center 950 Elm Street
53 Jaycee Center 890 lowa Street
54 The Food Store 1109 lowa Street
55 Scott Printing 1112 lowa Street
56 lowa Street Market (convenience store) 1250 lowa Street
57 St.VincenYs Resale Shop 1351 lowa Street
58 St. Patrick's Chuch 1425 lowa Street
59 First Presbyterian Church 1684 lowa Street
60 Grace Bible Baptist Church 1699 lowa Street
61 Gallery C 900 Jackson Street.
62 RF2 Furniture Warehouse 900Jackson Street
63 StudioWorks 900 Jackson Street
64 Greater Dubuque Development Corp. 900 Jackson Street
65 Gronen Restoration 900Jackson Street
66 Gigantic Design 900 Jackson Street
67 Zazou's Bridal Botique 955 Jackson Street
68 Blue Elements Salon &Spa 1098 Jackson Street
69 Paul's Tavern 176 Locust Street
70 The Dungeon 300 Locust Street
71 Shot Tower Inn (restaurant/bar) 390 Locust Street
72 4th Street Outlet/Midco Marketing 401 Locust Street
73 Odd Fellows (bar/pub) 481 Locust Street
74 American Bombshell 700 Locust Street
75 Body &Soul Downtown Spa &Salon 700 Locust Street
76 Community Foundation of Greater Dubuque 700 Locust Street
77 Dubuque Museum of Art 701 Locust Street
78 Knights of Columbus/Joliet Event Center 781 Locust Street
79 Fischer Bowling Lanes 880 Locust Street
80 Frosted N' Filled 1072 Locust Street
81 Fannie Stout House (bed and breakfast) 1145 Locust Street
82 Masonic Temple 1155 Locust Street
83 St. Mark's Community Center 1201 Locust Street
84 Boy's and Girl's Club 1299 Locust Street
85 The Ryan House 1375 Locust Street
86 The Richard's House (bed and breakfast) 1492 Locust Street
87 Mandolin Inn (bed and breakfast) 199 Loras Boulevard
88 Dimensional Brewing 65 Main Street
89 Fringe Salon 80 Main Street
90 Bishop's Block 90 Main Street
91 Lot One (bar/pub) 100 Main Street
92 lst & Main 101 Main Street
93 Skinny Maginny's (Bar/Pub) 123 Main Street
94 Knippel's Religious Goods 129 Main Street
95 Mason Dixon (restaurant/bar) 163 Main Street
96 Crow's Nest 169 Main Street
97 Gordon's Toggery 177 Main Street
98 The Lift (bar/pub) 180 Main Street
99 Vinny Vanucchi's 180 Main Street
100 Canvas Products 182 Main Street
101 Bl Yoga 185 Main Street
102 Candle Ready Cakes 197 Main Street
103 Ice Cream U Scream 198 Main Street
104 Hotel Julien 200 Main Street
105 HJ's Fashion Emporium 241 Main Street
106 The Hub (Bar/Pub) 253 Main Street
107 McCoy's Jewlers 261 Main Street
108 Chocolatarie Stam &The Wine Bar 269 Main Street
109 lowa Welcome Center 280 Main Street
110 Barrel House(restaurant/bar) 299 Main Street
111 Travel Dubuque/ Dubuque Area Chamber of Commerce 300 Main Street
112 Java Joes/German Bank 342 Main Street
113 Flowers on Main 372 Main Street
114 Pepper Sprouts (restaurant) 378 Main Street
115 Capri College 395 Main Street
116 Dubuque Mission Thrift Shop 398 Main Street
117 Five Flags Theater 401 Main Street
118 Five Flags Civic Center 405 Main Street
119 Holiday Inn/River Rock Kitchen &Tap 450 Main Street
120 Northeast lowa Community College 680 Main Street
121 Northeast lowa Community College 700 Main Street
122 Living on Main 736 Main Street
123 Adobo's Mexican Cafe 756 Main Street
124 Town Clock Inn (restaurant) 799 Main Street
125 Security Building 800 Main Street
126 Graham's Style Store 890 Main Street
127 Kathie's Frame Shoppe 890 Main Street
128 Pickle Barrel Subs 909 Main Street
129 Dubuque Religious Center 923 Main Street
130 Yen Ching Restaurant 926 Main Street
131 The Paws Mahal 942 Main Street
132 FEH Design 951 Main Street
133 Cheryl-Ann Bridals &Tuxedos 980 Main Street
134 Interstate Power Company Building 1000 Main Street
135 Nimble Wits 1005 Main Street
136 Dubuque Bowling Lanes 1029 Main Street
137 Dubuque Main Street 1069 Main Street
138 L'May Eatery 1072 Main Street
139 Jitterz Cafe 1073 Main Street
140 Cotton Cabin Quilt Shop 1075 Main Street
141 Freddie's Popcorn 1086 Main Street
142 Salsa's (restaurant) 1091 Main Street
143 River Lights Bookstore 1098 Main Street
144 Outside the Lines Gallery 1101 Main Street
145 TAG Communications 1135 Main Street
146 St. Luke's United Methodist Church 1199 Main Street
147 White Florists 1209 Main Street
148 Mario's Italian Restaurant 1298 Main Street
149 City Hall Annex 1300 Main Street
150 St.John's Episcopal Church 1410 Main Street
151 Town Clock Building/Cottingham & Butler 823 Main Street
152 Port of Dubuque Marina Port of Dubuque
153 Flat Iron Park 43 Main Street
154 Star Brewery 600 Star Brewery Drive
155 Stone Cliff Winery 600 Star Brewery Drive
156 First Congregational Church 255 W. lOth Street
157 Oolong Asian Cuisine (restaurant) 145 W. llth Street
158 Carnegie Stout Public Library 360 W. llth Street
159 City Hall 50 W. 13th Street
160 A &W/ Kelly's Kitchen 250 W. lst Street
161 563 Design, PLLC 240 W. 2nd Street
162 Dawgs 245 W. 2nd Street
163 Rainbow Lounge/Canfield Hotel 36 W. 4th Street
164 J.H.Thedinga House/The May Law Firm, P.C. 340 W. Sth Street
165 U. S. Post Office 350 W. 6th Street
166 Academy of Ballet 135 W. 8th Street
167 Grand Opera House 135 W. 8th Street
168 Roshek Brothers Department Store/ Roshek Building 250 W. 8th Street
169 The Bridge Christian Church 395 West 9th Street
170 Brazen Open Kitchen + Bar 955 Washington Street
171 Inspire Cafe 955 Washington Street
172 KCRG 955 Washington Street
173 7 Hills Brewing 1085 Washington Street
174 Enlighten Mystical Minds 800 White Street
175 Antiques on White 902 White Street
176 Hair-Berdashery 951 White Street
177 Charlotte's Coffee House 1104 White Street
178 Prescott Elementary School 1151 White Street
179 Hollenfelz House 1651 White Street
180 Creative Adventure Lab 210 Jones Street
181 Bridge Restaurant & Lounge 31 Locust Street
182 Schroder-Klein Grocery Company Warehouse/ DBQ Data Services 40 Main Street
183 Jubeck New World Brewery 115 W. llth Street
184 Caroline's Restaurant 200 Main Street
185 Riverboat Lounge 200 Main Street
186 Potosa Spa 200 Main Street
187 0'Connor &Thomas Law Firm 1000 Main Street
188 Murph's South End Tap 55 Locust Street
189 Historic Federal Building 360 W. 6th Street
190 Jack's Lounge 1113 Main Street
191 Mississippi River Council Ring(overlook) Port of Dubuque
192 Alliant Energy Amphitheater Port of Dubuque
193 River's Edge Plaza Port of Dubuque
194 William M. Black Historic Steamboat Ice Harbor
195 Washington Park &Gazebo 6th & Locust Street
196 Town Clock 7th & Main Street
197 Jackson Park 15th & Main Street
198 Cottingham & Butler Plaza 8th & Main Street
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a Way Point Services 452 4th Street
b Sweet Memories (gift shop) 454 4th Street
c Willows/The Midwest Girl 471 4th Street
e The Red House 472 4th Street
f Teeny Weeny Toys 489 4th Street
g Gotta Have It 315 Bluff Street
h Twisted Root Yoga Studio 331 Bluff Street
i Fig Leaf(gift shop) 345 Bluff Street
j Calico Bean Market (gift shop) 352 Bluff Street
k A Ripple Effect Fair Trade/ Nash Gallery 371 Bluff Street
I Bluff Brew Haus 372 Bluff Street
m Monk's Kaffee Pub 373 Bluff Street
n MEH Engineers 374 BluffStreet
o Shamrock Imports (gift shop)/Shamrock Jewerlers 391 Bluff Street
p Center of I Am 400 Bluff Street
q Bluff Street Time Shop 411 Bluff Street
r Julien's Journal/ Dubuque 365 432 Bluff Street
s Spark Family Hair Salon 441 Bluff Street
t All Things Sweet Pastry &Sandwich Shop 469 Bluff Street
u Potpourri (gifts) 474 Bluff Street
v Fenelon Place Elevator (cable car) 400 Raymond Place