Letter of Authorization: Jeffris Foundation (Ham House Historical Site) Copyrighted
September 3, 2019
City of Dubuque Consent Items # 7.
ITEM TITLE: LetterofAuthorization: Jeffris Foundation (Ham House
Historical Site)
SUM MARY: City Manager submitting a Letter of Authorization for
Dubuque County Historical Society's application to the
Jeffris Heartland Fund requesting supportforthe Mathias
Ham House.
RESOLUTION Approving Dubuque County Historical
Society's GrantApplication to the Jeffris Heartland Fund
for a Historical Structure Report of the Mathias Ham House
SUGGESTED DISPOSITION: Suggested Disposition: Receiveand File;Adopt
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Kurt Strand, President & CEO
Dubuque County Historical Society
350 E. 3�d Street
Dubuque, IA 52001
RE: Letter of Authorization for Dubuque County Historical Society's application to the Jeffris
Heartland Fund requesting support for the Mathias Ham House.
Dear Mr. Strand,
I am pleased to provide this letter of authorization on behalf of the City of Dubuque in support of
the Dubuque County Historical Society's application to the Jeffris Heartland Fund seeking
funding for the completion of an Historic Structure Report for the Mathias Ham House, which is
listed in the National Register of Historic Places and designated as a City Landmark Site.
In our long collaboration with the Dubuque County Historical Society, stewarding the historic
architecture as well as the historic site, we've recognized the power of working partnerships and
the fundamental significance of the historic site on our cultural heritage. The City's Historic
Preservation Commission has the responsibility to promote the protection, enhancement, and
perpetuation of such landmarks through outreach, education, and design review. An Historic
Structure Report of this historic landmark is crucial for the continued opportunity to promote and
conduct educational and interpretive programs on this key historic site.
The Dubuque County Historical Society's dedication to preserving and interpreting the site's
history offers enriching and engaging experiences to visitors and residents, furthering the social
and cultural vibrancy of our community. The City of Dubuque supports your initiative to seek
funding toward an Historic Structure Report of the Mathias Ham House. We look forward to the
collaborative process of enhancing and preserving this historic landmark.
Sincerely,
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Mich el Van Milligen
City Manager
cc: Marie Ware, Leisure Services Manager
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Prepared by: Cori Burbach, Assistant City Manager Address: City Hall, 50 W. 13th St, Dubuque, IA 52001 Telephone: 589-4110
Return to: Kevin Firnstahl, City Clerk Address: City Hall, 50 W. 13th St, Dubuque, IA 52001 Telephone: 589-4121
RESOLUTION NO. 308-19
RESOLUTION APPROVING DUBUQUE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY'S GRANT
APPLICATION TO THE JEFFRIS HEARTLAND FUND FOR AN HISTORIC STRUCTURE
REPORT OF THE MATHIAS HAM HOUSE
Whereas, the Jeffris Family Foundation's Jeffris Heartland Fund provides grant funding
to support the development of historic preservation projects to a select Midwest Region
including Iowa
Whereas, the City of Dubuque has adopted the 2017 Comprehensive Plan that includes
goals for educating the community about the benefits of historic preservation.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The Dubuque County Historical Society is hereby authorized to submit the
Jeffris Heartland Fund grant application to the Jeffris Family Foundation's Jeffris Heartland
Fund to conduct an historic structure report for the Mathias Ham House which is property
owned by the City of Dubuque.
Passed, approved and adopted this 3rd day of September 2019.
Attes
Kevin/S. Firnstahl, City Clerk