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RESOLUTION Authorizing the Finance Director-City Treasurer to make certain payments of bills that
must be paid and appro�d for payment in accordance with City procedures
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
5. Fiscal Year 2020 County Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Report
City Manager transmitting the Annual Tax I ncrement Financing (TI F) Report that has been filed with
Dubuque County Auditor Denise Dolan.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File
6. Certified Local Government (CLG)Annual Report
City Manager recommending approval of the Calendar Year 2018 Certified Local Government(CLG)
Annual Report.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
7. Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) Grant Application for the Bee Branch
Creek Trail Connector
City Manager recommending approval of an application to the lowa Department of Natural Resources for
a Land and Water Conservation Fund (LW CF) Grant to complete the Bee Branch Creek Trail Connector.
RESOLUTION Authorizing Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) Grant application to lowa
Department of Natural Resources for Bee Branch Creek Trail Connector
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
8. Community Attractions and Tourism (CAT) Grant Agreement for Miracle League
City Manager transmitting the award of a CAT grant and requesting approval of the resolution and the
GrantAgreement for the Community Attractions and Tourism (CAT) grant to Enhance lowa for the Miracle
League of Dubuque Baseball Field and All-Inclusive Playground Project.
RESOLUTION Authorizing CAT GrantAgreementwith Enhance lowa for the Miracle League of
Dubuque Baseball Field and All-I nclusi� Playground Project
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
9. Awarding the 2019 Grand River Center Decorative Concrete Repair Project
City Manager recommending award of the construction contract for the 2019 Grand Ri�r Center
Decorative Concrete Repair Project to the low bidder D&D Concrete, Inc.
RESOLUTION Awarding public improvement project for the Grand Ri�r Center- Decorati� Concrete
Repair Project
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
10. Design Mill, Inc. Third Amendment to lowa Values Funds Financial Assistance Contract
City Manager recommending approval of a resolution authorizing the Third ContractAmendmentto the
lowa Values Funds Financial Assistance Contract by and among the lowa Economic Development
Authority, Design Mill, Inc., and the City of Dubuque.
RESOLUTION Approving a Third Amendment to the Economic De�lopment Financial Assistance
Contact by and among Design Mill, I nc., the City of Dubuque and the lowa Department of Economic
De�lopment
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
11. Acceptance of the 30th Street to Leibe Street Sanitary Sewer Reconstruction Project
City Manager recommending acceptance of the construction contract for the 30th Street to Leibe Street
Sanitary Sewer Reconstruction Project, as completed by Temperley Excavating, Inc.
RESOLUTION Accepting the 30th Street and Leibe Street Sanitary Sewer Reconstruction Project and
authorizing the payment to the contractor
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
12. Civil Service Commission - Certified Lists
Civil Service Commission submitting the Certified Lists for the positions of Lead Mechanic and GIS
Applications Specialist.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Make Matter of Record
13. Grass/Weed Cutting and Garbage Collection Assessments - Housing Department
City Manager recommending that the City Council adopt a resolution authorizing the City Clerk to certify
grass and weed cutting and garbage collection charges to the Dubuque County Treasurer in order to
establish real properly liens for collection of such charges.
RESOLUTION Authorizing the City to collect delinquent grass and weed cutting and garbage collection
charges in accordance with Ttle 6-4-3A and Ttle 6-8-2 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of
Dubuque, lowa
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
14. Vacant and Abandoned Buildings and Problem Property Assessments
City Manager recommending approval of a resolution authorizing the City to certify problem property
charges to the Dubuque County Treasurer in order to establish real property liens for collection of such
charges.
RESOLUTION Authorizing the City to collect delinquent problem properly charges in accordance with
14-GE I nternational Property Maintenance Code Section 106.5 and/or Section 109.5 Code of
Ordinances of the City of Dubuque, lowa
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
15. Alternative Service Concepts (ASC)Addendum to Workers' Compensation Claims
Administrative Services Agreement
City Manager recommending approval of an Addendum to the Agreement with Alternative Services
Concepts for services related to the administration of the City's Worker's Compensation Program that
extends the current Agreement from March 1, 2019 to May 31, 2019.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
16. Amendment to the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the City and International
Union of Operating Engineers, Local#234
City Manager recommending approval of an Amendment to the Collective Bargaining Agreement in effect
from July 1, 2017 to June 30, 2022, between the City of Dubuque and the International Union of
Operating Engineers, Local#234.
RESOLUTION Approving the Amendment to the collecti� Bargaining Agreement in effect from J uly 1,
2017 to Jun 30, 2022, between the City of Dubuque, lowa, and the International Union of Operating
Engineers, Local #234 and authorizing the Mayor to sign the Amendment
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
17. Q Casino Request for Expenditure from Depreciation and Improvement Fund
Dubuque Racing Association President and CEO Jesus Aviles requesting City Council approval to
expend money from the Depreciation and I mprovement Fund (D&I) for grease receptors serving the
kitchens at Q Casino.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
18. Urban Revitalization Multi-Family Value Increase Requirements
City Manager recommending approval of a resolution that approves a required 10% valuation increase for
multi-family properties to be eligible for tax abatement under I owa Code Chapter 404 Urban Revitalization.
RESOLUTION Setting the required percent increase in actual value for multi-residential assessed
property to qualify for urban revitalization
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
19. Request for Proposals - Four Mounds Park Ecological Restoration Project
City Manager recommending approval of the Request for Proposals for qualified consulting services for
Phase 1 Permitting and I mplementation of Ecological Restoration Plan and I nterpretation Plans for Four
Mounds Park.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
20. Dubuque County Historical Society Funding Request to Johanna Favrot Fund
City Manager recommending approval of a resolution authorizing the Dubuque County Historical Society
to apply for funding from the Johanna Favrot Fund of the National Trust for Historic Preservation for an
Historic Structure Report for the Mathias Ham House.
RESOLUTION Approving Johanna Favrot Grant application to the National Trust of Historic Preservation
for Historic Structure Report of the Mathias Ham House
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
21. Additional Hours for Finance Part-Time Confidential Account Clerks
City Manager recommending approval of additional hours for the two part-time Confidential Account
Clerks in the Finance Department.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
22. Legislative Correspondence Regarding Property Tax Rates
City Manager providing a copy of a letter to State Legislators regarding property tax rates.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File
23. Legislative Correspondence - HSB100 and SSB1141 Land Use and Zoning
City Manager providing a copy of correspondence sent to State Legislators expressing opposition to State
preemption of local land use and zoning issues.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File
24. Legislative Correspondence - HSB185 Net Metering on Solar Energy Systems
City Manager providing a copy of correspondence sent to State Legislators expressing opposition to the
elimination of many benefits and incentives related to net metering on solar energy systems.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File
25. 2019 Federal Legislative Priorities
City Manager recommending adoption of the City of Dubuque 2019 Federal Legislati� Priorities.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
26. Signed Contract(s)
DubuqueArea Labor-Management Council Short-Term Lease in the Historic Federal Building
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File
27. Alcohol LicenseApplications
City Manager recommending approval of annual beer, liquor and wine licenses as submitted.
RESOLUTION Approving applications for beer, liquor, and/or wine permits, as required by City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances Ttle 4 Business and License Regulations, Chapter 2 Liquor Control, Article
B Liquor, Beer and W ine Licenses and Permits
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
ITEMS SET FOR PUBLIC HEARING
These agenda items are being scheduled for a future public hearing on the date indicated.
1. 2019 Decorative Concrete Maintenance Project Initiate
City Manager recommending initiation of the public bidding procedure for the 2019 Decorative
Concrete Maintenance Project, and further recommends that a public hearing be set for March
18, 2019.
RESOLUTION Preliminary approval of plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimated
cots; setting date of public hearing on plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimated cost
Suggested Disposition:
Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s), Set Public Hearing for March 18, 2019.
2. Seippel Road Water Main Relocation Project LandfillAccess Frontage Road Initiate
City Manager recommending initiation of the public bidding procedure for the Seippel Road
Water Main Relocation Project, and requests the City Council grant preliminary approval of the
construction plans and specifications, and establish March 18, 2019 as the date of the public
heari ng.
RESOLUTION 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
Suggested Disposition:
Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s), Set Public Hearing for March 18, 2019
BOARDS/COMMISSIONS
1. Boards and Commission Applicant Review
Applicants are invited to address the City Council regarding their desire to serve on the
following Boards/Commissions. Applicant appointments will be made at the next City Council
meeti ng.
Community Development Advisory Commission
One, 3-Year term through February 15, 2020 (Vacant term of James)
Applicant:
Ellen Pinnola, 1420 Glen Oak St.
Long Range Planning Advisory Commission
One, 3-Year term through J uly 1, 2020 (Vacant term of J ames)
One, 3-Year term through J uly 1, 2021 (Vacant term of Darter)
Applicants:
Michael Peroski, 1935 Coates St.
Tyler Stoffel, 960 Boyer St.
Mechanical and Plumbing Code Board
One, 3-Year term through March 16, 22 (E�iring term of Hillary)
Applicant:
Daniel Hillary, 3087 Arbor Oaks Dr.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Citizens are invited to address the City Council regarding the following agenda items. Please
come to the podium and state your name and address when the item you wish to speak to is
being considered.
1. Residential Parking Permit District H Amendment - Norland Drive
Proof of publication on notice of public hearing to consider approval of an ordinance amending
Parking Permit District H to include both sides of Norland Drive from Keymont Drive to
Keystone Dri�with current day/time parking restrictions being assumed for this addition, and
the City Manager recommending approval.
ORDINANCE Amending City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances Ttle 9 Motor Vehicles and
Traffic, Chapter 14 Parking, Division 7 Residential Parking Permit Program, Section 9-14-
321.740 Residential Parking Permit District H
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Motion B; Motion A
2. Residential Parking Permit District H Amendment - Sharon Drive
Proof of publication on notice of public hearing to consider approval of an ordinance amending
Parking Permit District H to include both sides of Sharon Drive from Pennsylvania Avenue to
Key Corners with current day/time parking restrictions being assumed for this addition, and the
City Manager recommending approval.
ORDINANCE Amending City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances Ttle 9 Motor Vehicles and
Traffic Chapter 14 Parking, Division 7 Residential Parking Permit Program, Section 9-14-
321.740 Residential Parking Permit District H
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Motion B; Motion A
3. N. Cascade Road Reconstruction Project Right-of-Way Property Acquisition
Proof of publication on notice of public hearing to consider approval of a resolution which
establishes and sets the Just Compensation Valuation (Fair Market Value) for each identified
property to be acquired or condemned based on the certified Acquisition Appraisal and Review
Appraisal reports, and the City Manager recommending approval.
RESOLUTION Establishing the fair market value of real property for the North Cascade Road
Reconstruction Project, directing good-faith negotiations for the acquisition of property and
authorizing the commencement of eminent domain proceedings, if necessary, to acquire the
property
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
4. Marquette Place Sanitary Sewer and Water Main Reconstruction Project
Proof of publication on notice of public hearing to consider approval of the plans, specifications,
form of contract and the estimated cost for the Marquette Place Sanitary Sewer and Water
Main Reconstruction Project and the City Manager recommending approval.
RESOLUTION Approval of plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimated cost for the
Marquette Place Sanitary Sewer and Water Main Reconstruction Project
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
5. Water Distribution System Pressure Zone 2 Improvements: Roosevelt Street 1.25 MG
Elevated Water Tower Project
Proof of publication on notice of public hearing to consider approval of the plans, specifications,
form of contract and estimated cost of$5,227,672 for the Water Distribution System Pressure
Zone 2 Improvements: Roosevelt Street 1.25 MG Elevated Water Tower Project, and the City
Manager recommending approval.
RESOLUTION Approval of plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimated cost for the
Water Distribution System Pressure Zone 2: Roosevelt Street 1.25 MG Elevated Water Tower
Project Contracts A and B
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
PUBLIC INPUT
At this time, anyone in the Council Chambers may address the City Council on the Action Items on
the agenda or on matters under the control of the City Council. Citizens are asked to approach the
podium and state their name and address before proceeding with their comments. I ndividual remarks
are limited to fi� minutes, and the overall Public I nput period is limited to 30 minutes. Under the lowa
Open Meetings Law, the City Council can take no formal action on comments given during Public
I nput which do not relate to Action Items on the Agenda.
ACTION ITEMS
These are items where discussion is held by the City Council - public comments are not
allowed except as authorized by the Mayor.
1. Five Flags Civic Center Activities Report and Presentation
HR Cook, SMG General Manager, will share an update on the Five Flags Civic Center activities
and events, as well as highlight some festivities to celebrate the upcoming 40th anniversary of
Five Flags.
Suggested Disposition:
Receive and File; Presentation
2. Dubuque Initiatives Report
Dubuque Initiatives Board President Doug Horstmann will present a reportto the City Council
on the Board's activities in calendar year 2018.
Suggested Disposition:
Receive and File; Presentation
3. Awarding the Catfish Creek Emergency Stream Bank Repair Project
City Manager recommending award of the construction contract for the Caffish Creek
Emergency Stream Bank Repair Project to the low bidder Legacy Corporation.
RESOLUTION Awarding public improvement contract for the South Fork of the Caffish Creek
Sanitary I nterceptor Sewer Stream Bank Emergency Repair Project
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
4. Awarding the 22nd Street/Kaufmann Avenue Storm Sewer Improvement Project from
W hite to Kleine Streets
City Manager recommending award of the 22nd StreeVKaufmann A�nue Storm Sewer
I mpro�ments Project construction contract for Option A (W hite Street to Kleine Street) to the
low bidder Por�en Construction.
RESOLUTION Awarding public improvement contract for the 22nd street/ Kaufmann A�nue
Storm Sewer Improvements Project(W hite Street to Kleine Street)
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
5. Code of Ordinances Amendment - Title 4 Farmers' Markets
City Manager recommending approval of the creation of a Farmers' Market Permit and an
amendment to the Farmers' Market Ordinance.
ORDINANCE Amending City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances Ttle 4 Business and License
Regulations, Chapter 4 Central Market
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Motion B; Motion A
6. Request for Work Session - Project HOPE Quarterly Update
City Manager recommending that the City Council schedule a work session for a Project
HOPE Quarterly Update for March 18, 2019 at 5:30 p.m., in the City Council Chambers.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Council
COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS
CLOSED SESSION
Pending Litigation and Real Estate Transfer Negotiations—Chapter 21.5(1)(c), -(j) Code
of lowa
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