Minutes_City Council Proceedings 9 17 18 Copyrighted
October 1, 2018
City of Dubuque Consent Items # 1.
ITEM TITLE: Minutes and Reports Submitted
SUMMARY: City Council Proceedings for 9/17; Civil Service
Commission of 8/30, 9/26; Park and Recreation Advisory
Commission of 9/11; Transit Advisory Board of 9/13; Proof
of publication for City Council proceedings of 9/4, 9/10.
SUGGESTED DISPOSITION: Suggested Disposition: Receive and File
ATTACHMENTS:
Description Type
City Council Proceedings of 9/17/18 Supporting Documentation
Civil Service Commission Minutes of 8/30/18 Supporting Documentation
Civil Service Commission Minutes of 9/26/18 Supporting Documentation
Park and Recreation Advisory Commission Minutes of Supporting Documentation
9/11/18
Transit Advisory Board Minutes of 9/13/18 Supporting Documentation
Proof of Publication - City Council Proceedings 9/4/18 Supporting Documentation
Proof of Publication - City Council Proceedings 9/10/18 Supporting Documentation
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
SPECIAL SESSION
The Dubuque City Council met in special session at 6:00 p.m. on September 17, 2018
in the Historic Federal Building, 350 W. 6�h Street.
Present: Mayor Buol; Council Members Del Toro, Jones, Larson, Resnick, Rios Qoined
at 532 p.m.), Shaw; City Manager Van Milligen, City Attorney Brumwell
Mayor Buol read the call and stated this is a special session of the City Council called
for the purpose of conducting a work session on Excursion Boating on the Mississippi.
WORK SESSION
Excursion Boating on the Mississippi River
Travel Dubuque President Keith Rahe presented information on the economic
development impact of excursion boating. Highlights included overview of the boats that
dock in Dubuque, number of stops per year, travel patterns, overnight and day cruises,
total passenger counts, length of dock time, and six-year totals of riverboat dockings.
David Simmons of Viking River Cruises shared an overview of Viking's business in
Europe, expansion onto the Mississippi River market, passenger demographics, and
potential and desire for working with the City on cost-sharing construction of a docking
facility in Dubuque.
Mr. Simmons responded to questions from the City Council regarding the excursion
timeline and docking durations, and how the industry is complying with the Jones Act that
regulates river travel.
Mayor Buol advised Council to refer additional questions to the City Manager for
distribution to Mr. Simmons.
There being no further business, upon motion the City Council adjourned at 6:00 p.m.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, CMC
City Clerk
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CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
REGULAR SESSION
The Dubuque City Council met in regular session at 6:00 p.m. on September 17, 2018
in the Historic Federal Building, 350 W. 6�h Street.
Present: Mayor Buol; Council Members Del Toro, Jones, Larson, Resnick, Rios, Shaw;
City Manager Van Milligen, City Attorney Brumwell
Mayor Buol read the call and stated this is a regular session of the City Council called
for the purpose of conducting such business that may properly come before the City
Council.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
PROCLAMATION(S)
1 . Days of Peace and Ceasefire (September 18-20, 2018) was accepted by DoP
Committee Treasurer Art Roche, DoP Committee Chair Barb Ilten, and DoP Committee
Member R.R.S. Stewart.
2. Rail Safety Week (September 23-29, 2018) was accepted by Thomas Skinner,
Special Agent, Central Division, NSI Regional Intelligence Office.
CONSENTITEMS
Motion by Resnick to receive and file the documents, adopt the resolutions, and
dispose of as indicated. Seconded by Jones. Council Member Larson requested Item #7
be held for separate discussion. Motion carried 7-0.
1 . Minutes and Reports Submitted: Cable TV Commission of 9/5; Catfish Creek
Watershed Management Authority of 9/5, City Council Proceedings of 9/4, 9/10; Historic
Preservation Commission of 8/16; Park and Recreation Advisory Commission of 8/14;
Resilient Community Advisory Commission of 8/2; Zoning Advisory Commission of 9/5;
Zoning Board of Adjustment of 8/23; Proof of publication for City Council Proceedings of
8/13, 8/15, 8/20. Upon motion the documents were received and filed.
2. Notice of Claims and Suits: Kelly Casperson for vehicle damage, Jerald Kinsella for
property damage, Gerald Klein for property damage, Abby McGrane-Ralston for vehicle
damage, David Prince for vehicle damage, Steve Ruden for property damage, Daniel
Scott for property damage, Sisters of the Presentation for property damage, Brock Tyner
for vehicle damage, Morgan Weaver for vehicle damage, Doug Winner for vehicle
damage, Suit by Michael and Jacqueline Wood for vehicle damage/personal injury. Upon
motion the documents were received, filed, and referred to the City Attorney.
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3. Disposition of Claims: City Attorney advising that the following claims have been
referred to Public Entity Risk Services of lowa, the agent for the lowa Communities
Assurance Pool: William Baum for vehicle damage, Jerald Kinsella for property damage,
Gerald Klein for property damage, Lynn McCormick/Partners Mutual Insurance for vehicle
damage, Abby McGrane-Ralston for vehicle damage, David Prince for vehicle damage,
Steve Ruden for property damage, Daniel Scott for personal injury/property damage,
Sisters of the Presentation for property damage, Morgan Weaver for vehicle damage.
Upon motion the documents were received, filed, and concurred.
4. Approval of City Expenditures: City Manager recommending Council approval for
payment of City expenditures. Upon motion the documents were received, filed and
approved.
5. 2018 City Council Goals and Priorities: City Manager providing a copy of the public
information brochure outlining the City Council's 2018 Goals and Priorities. Upon motion
the documents were received and filed.
6. State of lowa Annual Street Financing Report: City Manager recommending
approval of the City of Dubuque's Fiscal Year 2018 City Street Financing Report and
authorizing filing with the lowa Department of Transportation. Upon motion the documents
were received and filed, and Resolution No. 270-18 Approving the City of Dubuque Fiscal
Year 2018 City Street Financing Report was adopted.
7. 2017 Integrated Pest Management Annual Report: The Integrated Pest
Management Working Group transmitting the 2017 Integrated Pest Management Annual
Report which has been reviewed by the Resilient Community Advisory Commission and
the Parks & Recreation Commission. Motion by Larson to receive and file the documents.
Seconded by Resnick. Ms. Larson thanked staff for their efforts. Responding to questions
from Ms. Larson, Assistant City Manager Cori Burbach stated that the program has had
an impact on increased staff time, but that they are working on using more native plant
materials that won't require as much maintenance and that they have seen about a 60°k
decrease in chemical usage that is expected to improve next season. Motion carried 7-0.
8. USAID/ICMA Planning for Climate Adaptation Program in Dominican Republic: City
Manager providing a copy of the public information brochure detailing the results of the
pro-bono labor partnerships, including the City of Dubuque, with the Dominican Republic
through the USAID/ICMA Planning for Climate Adaptation Program. Upon motion the
documents were received and filed.
9. Transit Asset Management Plan: City Manager recommending that the City Council
approve the Operations, Asset Management, Safety and Security Manual as required by
the Federal Transit Administration for the Transportation Services Department. Upon
motion the documents were received, filed and approved.
10. School Resource Officer (SRO) Agreement with Dubuque Community Schools for
School Year 2018/2019: City Manager recommending approval of the Fiscal Year
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2018/2019 School Resource Officer Agreement with the Dubuque Community School
District and acceptance of the Dubuque Community School DistricYs financial support.
Upon motion the documents were received, filed and approved.
11 . lowa Department of Transportation Local Primary Highway Maintenance
Supplemental Agreements: City Manager recommending approval of several lowa
Department of Transportation Supplemental Agreements for Local Primary Highway
Maintenance, Pavement Markings, Julien Dubuque Bridge Sidewalk Maintenance, Street
Sweeping Maintenance and Traffic Signal Maintenance between the lowa Department of
Transportation and the City of Dubuque. Upon motion the documents were received, filed
and approved.
12. Dubuque Regional Humane Society Agreement Amendment: City Manager
recommending an amendment to the current five-year agreement with the Dubuque
Regional Humane Society that began July 1 , 2015. Upon motion the documents were
received, filed and approved.
13. Neztrop, LLC - Dedication of Permanent Signage Easement: City Manager
recommending approval of a Dedication of Permanent Signage Easement across Parts
of Lot 2-1 of Stone Brook Center Second Addition in the City of Dubuque, which is located
at the southeast corner of the intersection of Stone Valley Drive and US Highway 20.
Upon motion the documents were received and filed, and Resolution No. 271-18
Accepting a Dedication of Permanent Signage Easement across parts of Lot 2-1 of Stone
Brook Center Second Addition, in the City of Dubuque, lowa was adopted.
14. Self-Funded Health Plan 509A Certification Consultant: City Manager
recommending approval to continue using Insurance Strategies Consulting to prepare the
509A Certification for the City of Dubuque's Self-Funded Health Plan and approve the
Services Engagement Letter. Upon motion the documents were received, filed and
approved.
15. Plat of Survey for BGJ Kremer Place No. 2: Zoning Advisory Commission
recommending approval of the Plat of Survey for BGJ Kremer Place No. 2. Upon motion
the documents were received and filed, and Resolution No. 272-18 Approving the Plat of
Survey of BGJ Kremer Place No. 2 Dubuque County, lowa was adopted.
16. Preliminary FEMA Floodplain Maps: City Manager recommending approval of a
recommended response from the City of Dubuque to the Federal Emergency
Management Agency (FEMA) regarding correspondence from FEMA Region VII related
to preliminary floodplain maps for the City of Dubuque. Upon motion the documents were
received, filed and approved.
17. Eagle Point Park Watermain Extension and Water Service Replacement Project
Award: City Manager recommending that the award for the Eagle Point Park Watermain
Extension and Water Service Replacement Project to Mainline Excavation Co., Inc. be
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officially recorded in the minutes of the City Council. Upon motion the documents were
received, filed and made a Matter of Record.
18. Right-of-Way Management Technician Position: City Manager recommending
approval to eliminate one Engineering Assistant II position and create one Right-of-Way
Management Technician position in the Engineering Department. Upon motion the
documents were received, filed and approved.
19. Alcohol and Tobacco License Applications: City Manager recommending approval
of annual liquor, beer, wine and tobacco license applications as submitted. Upon motion
the documents were received and filed, and Resolution No. 273-18 Approving
applications for beer, liquor, and/or wine permits, as required by City of Dubuque Code
of Ordinances Title 4 Business and License Regulations, Chapter 2 Liquor Control, Article
B Liquor, Beer and Wine Licenses and Permits; and Resolution No. 274-18 Approving
applications for retail cigarette/tobacco sales/nicotine/vapor permits, as required by lowa
Code Chapter 453A.47A were adopted.
ITEMS SET FOR PUBLIC HEARING
Motion by Resnick to receive and file the documents, adopt the resolutions, set the
public hearings as indicated, and direct the City Clerk to publish notice as prescribed by
law. Seconded by Jones. Motion carried 7-0.
1 . Maquoketa Valley Electric Cooperative 30-Day Extension of Franchise: City
Manager recommending that the City Council set a public hearing for October 1 , 2018,
on a possible 30-day extension to Maquoketa Valley Electric Cooperative's electric
franchise agreement that is set to expire October 3, 2018. Upon motion the documents
were received and filed, and Resolution No. 275-18 Setting a public hearing on an
ordinance extending the term of the franchise granted to Maquoketa Valley Electric
Cooperative for an additional thirty days was adopted setting a public hearing for a
meeting to commence at 6:00 p.m. on October 1 , 2018 in the Historic Federal Building.
2. Maquoketa Valley Electric Cooperative Franchise Fee: City Manager recommending
that the City Council set a public hearing for October 1 , 2018 on an ordinance imposing
a franchise fee of 5°k on Maquoketa Valley Electric Cooperative. Upon motion the
documents were received and filed, and Resolution No. 276-18 Setting a public hearing
on an ordinance imposing a franchise fee of five percent (5°k) on the gross revenue
generated from the distribution and sale of electricity within the city of Dubuque by
Maquoketa Valley Electric Cooperative was adopted setting a public hearing for a meeting
to commence at 6:00 p.m. on October 1 , 2018 in the Historic Federal Building.
3. Maquoketa Valley Electric Cooperative Franchise Agreement: City Manager
recommending that the City Council set a public hearing for October 1 , 2018 on an
ordinance granting a new Franchise Agreement with Maquoketa Valley Electric
Cooperative. Upon motion the documents were received and filed, and Resolution No.
277-18 Setting a public hearing on an ordinance granting to Maquoketa Valley Electric
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Cooperative, its successors and assigns, the right and non-exclusive franchise to acquire,
construct, erect, maintain and operate in the City of Dubuque, lowa, an electric system
and to furnish and sell electric energy to the City and its inhabitants for a period of 25
years and authorizing the City to collect franchise fees was adopted setting a public
hearing for a meeting to commence at 6:00 p.m. on October 1 , 2018 in the Historic
Federal Building.
4. Fiscal Year 2019 First Budget Amendment: City Manager recommending the first
Fiscal Year 2019 Budget Amendment be set for public hearing for October 1 , 2018. Upon
motion the documents were received and filed, and Resolution No. 278-18 Setting the
date for the public hearing on Amendment No. 1 to the Fiscal year 2019 Budget for the
City of Dubuque was adopted setting a public hearing for a meeting to commence at 6:00
p.m. on October 1 , 2018 in the Historic Federal Building.
5. Intent to Dispose of an Interest in Real Property Owned by the City of Dubuque by
Lease Supplements Between the City of Dubuque, lowa and Southwestco Wireless, Inc.
D/B/A Verizon Wireless: City Manager recommending that the City Council set a public
hearing for October 1 , 2018, on the City's intent to dispose of an interest in real property
owned by the City of Dubuque by lease supplements between the City of Dubuque, lowa,
and Southwestco Wireless, Inc. d/b/a Verizon Wireless that will add three small cell
locations. Upon motion the documents were received and filed, and Resolution No. 279-
18 Intent to dispose of an interest in real property owned by the City of Dubuque by
Leases between the City of Dubuque, lowa and Southwestco Wireless, Inc., D/B/A
Verizon Wireless was adopted setting a public hearing for a meeting to commence at 6:00
p.m. on October 1 , 2018 in the Historic Federal Building.
6. John F. Kennedy Road Sidewalk Installation Project Initiate: City Manager
recommending preliminary approval of the construction plans and specifications,
approval of the Resolution of Necessity, approve the Preliminary Schedule of
Assessments and initiation of the public bidding process for the John F. Kennedy Road
Sidewalk Installation Project. It is further recommended that a public hearing be set for
October 15, 2018. Upon motion the documents were received and filed, and Resolution
No. 280-18 Resolution of Necessity for the John F. Kennedy Road Sidewalk Installation
Project; Resolution No. 281-18 Preliminary approval of plans, specifications, form of
contract, and estimated cost; setting date of public hearing on plans, specifications, form
of contract, and estimated cost; and ordering the advertisement for bids; Resolution No.
282-18 Approving the preliminary plats, schedule of assessments and estimate of total
cost for the John F. Kennedy Road Sidewalk Installation Project; and Resolution No. 283-
18 Fixing date of public hearing on Resolution of Necessity were adopted setting a public
hearing for a meeting to commence at 6:00 p.m. on October 15, 2018 in the Historic
Federal Building.
BOARDS/COMMISSIONS
Appointment was made to the following commission.
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1 . Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission: One, 3-year term through June 30,
2019 (Vacant term of Lyness). Applicant: Robert McCoy, 265 Main St. Motion by Jones
to appoint Mr. McCoy to the vacant, 3-year term through June 30, 2019. Seconded by
Larson. Motion carried 7-0.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
1 . Planned Unit Development (PUD) Amendment for Mercy Hospital / Mercy Drive:
Proof of publication on notice of public hearing to consider approval of a request from St.
Joseph Mercy Hospital to amend the Mercy Hospital ID Institutional District at 250 Mercy
Drive, and the Zoning Advisory Commission recommending approval. Motion by Shaw to
receive and file the documents and that the requirement that a proposed ordinance be
considered and voted on for passage at two Council meetings prior to the meeting at
which it is to be passed be suspended. Seconded by Jones. Cody Austin, Project
Manager with IIW Engineers, 4155 Pennsylvania Avenue, described the project and
addressed parking/traffic patterns. Assistant Planner Wally Wernimont gave a staff report.
Motion carried 7-0.
Motion by Shaw for final consideration and passage of Ordinance No. 31-18 Amending
Title 16 of the City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances, Unified Development Code, by
rescinding Ordinance 12-18, and approval of an amended Campus Development Plan for
the Mercy Hospital Institutional District to allow construction of a new Cancer Center
Building. Seconded by Jones. Motion carried 7-0.
2. Planned Unit Development (PUD) Amendment - 5000 Block of Pennsylvania
Avenue: Proof of publication on notice of public hearing to consider approval of a request
from the City of Dubuque to rezone AG Agricultural Zoning District and PI Planned
Industrial Zoning District to Dubuque Industrial Center West (DICW) Planned Unit
Development (PUD) Zoning District in the 5000 Block of Pennsylvania Avenue, and the
Zoning Advisory Commission recommending approval. Motion by Jones to receive and
file the documents and that the requirement that a proposed ordinance be considered
and voted on for passage at two Council meetings prior to the meeting at which it is to be
passed be suspended. Seconded by Resnick. Assistant Planner Wally Wernimont gave
a staff report. Motion carried 7-0.
Motion by Jones for final consideration and passage of Ordinance No. 32-18 Amending
Title 16, Unified Development Code of the City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances, by
rescinding Ordinances No. 14-98, No. 07-02, and No. 83-04, and by rezoning
approximately 124 Acres of Property from AG Agricultural District and Approximately 36
Acres of Property from PI Planned Industrial to the regulations of the Dubuque Industrial
Center West PUD Planned Unit Development District with a Pi Planned Industrial
Designation. Seconded by Resnick. Motion carried 7-0.
3. Request to Rezone 1895 Radford Road: Proof of publication on notice of public
hearing to consider approval of a request from Richard Sova / Landover Corporation to
rezone a portion of property located at 1895 Radford Road from LI Light Industrial Zoning
District to OC Office Commercial Zoning District, and the Zoning Advisory Commission
recommending approval. Motion by Jones to receive and file the documents and that the
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requirement that a proposed ordinance be considered and voted on for passage at two
Council meetings prior to the meeting at which it is to be passed be suspended. Seconded
by Del Toro. Applicant Richard Soba spoke in favor of the request. Assistant Planner
Wally Wernimont gave a staff report. Responding to questions from the City Council, Mr.
Soba stated that the unit would mostly be one- to two-bedroom per specifications from
the lowa Economic Development Authority adding that the units would be in the affordable
ranking and preferably pet-friendly. Motion carried 7-0.
Motion by Jones for final consideration and passage of Ordinance No. 33-18 Amending
Title 16 of the City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances, Unified Development Code, by
reclassifying hereinafter described property located at 1800 Block of Radford Road from
LI Light Industrial District to OC Office Commercial District. Seconded by Del Toro. Motion
carried 7-0.
4. Water Main Extension to Tamarack Park Project: Proof of publication on notice of
public hearing to consider approval of plans, specifications, form of contract, and
estimated cost of the Water Main Extension to Tamarack Park Project, and the City
Manager recommending approval. Motion by Shaw to receive and file the documents and
adopt Resolution No. 284-18 Approval of plans, specifications, form of contract and
estimated cost for the Water Main Extension to Tamarack Park Project. Seconded by Del
Toro. Motion carried 7-0.
PUBLIC INPUT
Daniel Scott, 611 University #4, commended Fire Equipment Operator Jeff Breitbach
for the personal assistance Jeff has provided Mr. Scott, who is confined to a wheelchair.
Additionally, Mr. Scott stated that his troubled past has inspired him to pay it forward
by counseling other troubled persons that might be hesitant to approach a community
agency for assistance.
Mikki Ender, 1760 Lori Street, and a member of the FIDO dog-friendly group,
addressed the Council about expanding Dubuque's pet-friendly efforts as referenced in
the Council's goals and priorities or help with dog-friendly legislation.
Carol Meyer, 2644 John F. Kennedy Road, addressed the Council about her opposition
to the upcoming public hearing on the installation of sidewalks along JFK Road.
Cathy Spear, 2551 John F. Kennedy Road, and also speaking on behalf of her father
at 2639 JFK Road, spoke in opposition to the upcoming public hearing on the installation
of sidewalks along JFK Road.
ACTION ITEMS
1 . Greater Dubuque Development Corporation - Quarterly Report: President and CEO
Rick Dickinson presented the quarterly update on the activities of the Greater Dubuque
Development Corporation. Mr. Dickinson offered his congratulations on the Build-a-
Better-Block project currently underway in the 1800 block of Central Avenue. He then
reviewed GDDC's InfoAction Dashboard that included data on their company visits,
community strengths and weaknesses, barriers to growth, workforce assessment,
community human resource professionals' feedback, personal barriers to employment,
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and recruitment and job skills training. Mr. Dickinson highlighted the True North Program
for revitalizing Dubuque's North End. Motion by Resnick to receive and file the
documents. Seconded by Jones. Motion carried 7-0.
2. 2018 City Expo Flyer: City Manager providing a copy of the flyer announcing the
2018 City Expo, 4-7 p.m. on September 18, 2018 at Five Flags Center. Motion by Jones
to receive and file the documents. Seconded by Resnick. Mayor Buol reiterated the
information on the event and encouraged everyone to attend. Motion carried 7-0.
3. Parking Smart Meter Pilot Memorandum of Understanding: City Manager
recommending approval to negotiate the final details and sign a Memorandum of
Understanding with Municipal Parking Services for the purpose of a smart meter pilot that
will be completed at no cost to the City and will provide valuable data to City staff and City
Council for evaluating wider use of this technology in the meter districts. Staff provided a
brief presentation. Motion by Jones to receive and file the documents, approve the
recommendation and view the presentation. Seconded by Resnick. Transportation
Services Manager Candace Eudaley-Loebach and Scott Schmitt of Municipal Parking
Services provided a brief description of the pilot program and demonstrated the smart
meter. Responding to questions from the City Council, Ms. Loebach and Mr. Schmitt
described what data could be gleaned from the smart meter and how it could be used
within the organization. The presenters also addressed concerns with the revenue-
sharing and revenue-streaming aspects following the pilot project if installation is
approved. Motion carried 6-1 with Shaw voting nay.
4. Broadband Update and Request for Approval to Contract with Environmental
Systems Research Institute, Inc. (ESRI): City Manager providing an update on continuing
broadband activity and recommending approval to contract with ESRI for support services
for development of a broadband application viewer that would leverage open data for
maps and applications to provide information to the public regarding options for
broadband providers and services and obtain feedback from residents. Motion by Jones
to receive and file the document and approve the recommendation. Seconded by Del
Toro. Responding to questions from the City Council, Information Services Manager Chris
Kohlmann and Sustainability Coordinator for Greater Dubuque Development Corporation,
David Lyons, on how staff could continuously track data that addresses issues and
informs the public of what options are available based on demographics. Motion carried
6-1 with Rios voting nay.
5. Code of Ordinances Amendment - Title 6 Prohibited and Exempt Noises (Final
Reading): City Manager recommending approval of an update to the prohibited noises
and exempt noises ordinances to update some terminology in the prohibited noises
ordinance and add provisions and sections that further clarify the use, prohibitions and
exemptions of outdoor music or amplified noise. Motion by Jones for final consideration
and passage of Ordinance No. 34-18 Amending City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances
Title 6 Health, Housing, Sanitation and Environment, Chapter 5 Noises, Section 6-5-1
Prohibited Noises; and Ordinance No. 35-18 Amending City of Dubuque Code of
Ordinances Title 6, Health, Housing, Sanitation and Environment, Chapter 5 Noises,
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Section 6-5-3 Exempt Noises. Seconded by Resnick. Council Member Shaw reiterated
his concerns with taking privileges away from citizens based on only a few complaints
and questioned the prohibition of the amplified music added since previous versions.
Motion carried 5-2 with Shaw and Buol voting nay.
6. Code of Ordinances Amendment - Title 7 Door Hangars: City Manager
recommending approval of an amendment to the City's door hanger ordinance. Motion
by Resnick to receive and file the documents and that the requirement that a proposed
ordinance be considered and voted on for passage at two Council meetings prior to the
meeting at which it is to be passed be suspended. Seconded by Del Toro. Responding to
questions from the City Council, City Attorney Brumwell provided background on how the
item came to Council based on public input from a previous meeting [5/7/18]. Motion
carried 7-0.
Motion by Shaw for final consideration and passage of Ordinance No. 36-18 Amending
City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances Title 7 Police, Fire and Public Safety, Chapter 5
Offenses, Article A General Offenses, Section 7-5A-5 Advertising Materials, Billposting;
Littering. Seconded by Jones. Motion carried 7-0.
7. Code of Ordinances Amendment - Title 14 Vacant and /or Abandoned Buildings:
City Manager recommending approval of an amendment to City Code Section 14-4-1 to
include the definition of the International Residential Code. Motion by Larson to receive
and file the documents and that the requirement that a proposed ordinance be considered
and voted on for passage at two Council meetings prior to the meeting at which it is to be
passed be suspended. Seconded by Del Toro. Motion carried 7-0.
Motion by Larson for final consideration and passage of Ordinance No. 37-18
Amending City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances Title 14 Building and Development,
Chapter 4 Licensing of Vacant and/or Abandoned Buildings, Section 14-4-1 Definitions.
Seconded by Shaw. Motion carried 7-0.
COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS
Referencing several issues from citizen inquiries, Council Member Shaw requested
future Council discussion of a dog breed ban ordinance in light of a recent dog-on-dog
attack. There was no support by Council. Mr. Shaw then requested Council interest in an
annual, free, large-item disposal day for which there was no support. Mr. Shaw reported
on a citizen request regarding a tracking rental housing availability matrix. City Manager
Van Milligen responded by stating that a future staff report will include recommendations
and options for all identified issues but added that the work is still in progress and exact
information is unavailable at this time.
Council Member Larson stated that cities are trending away from ordinances
prohibiting specific dog breeds and working on enforcing issues with the dog owners.
Council Member Jones reiterated Mr. ScotYs comments made during Public Input and
commended Fire Equipment Operator Jeff Breitbach for his charitable service to Mr.
Scott.
Council Member Del Toro clarified the public hearing process regarding the JFK
Sidewalks public improvement project by reiterating that tonight was strictly setting the
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public hearing for October 1 , 2018, and that the information included with tonighYs agenda
item is required preliminary preparation for the hearing. Mr. Del Toro added that he hoped
Council would seriously consider the need for a marketing budget for promoting the
Dubuque Regional Airport as a result of the low score it received in Greater Dubuque
Development Corporation's Community Services Index from Action Item #1 .
Council Member Resnick encouraged attendance at Dubuque Main StreeYs Build-a-
Better-Block event on now through September 20, 2018 in the 1800 Block of Central
Avenue.
CLOSED SESSION
Motion by Jones to convene in closed session at 7:57 p.m. to discuss Pending
Litigation and Real Estate Transfer Negotiations pursuant to Chapter 21 .5(1)(c), -Q) Code
of lowa. Seconded by Resnick. Mayor Buol stated for the record that the attorneys who
will consult with City Council on the issues to be discussed in the closed session are City
Attorney Brumwell, Assistant City Attorney Crenna Brumwell, and Attorney James
Wainwright from Ahlers & Cooney Law Firm, Des Moines. Motion carried 7-0.
Upon motion the City Council reconvened in open session at 9:46 p.m. stating that
staff had been given proper direction.
There being no further business, upon motion the City Council adjourned at 9:47 p.m.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, CMC
City Clerk
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