2016 City Council Official Proceedings Book 146OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS
of the
CITY COUNCIL
for the
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
2016
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Approved May 15, 2017
Recorded and prepared by
Kevin S. Firnstahl, CMC, City Clerk
Trish L. Gleason, CMC, Assistant City Clerk
CITY OFFICERS FOR THE YEAR 2016
ROY D. BUOL
MAYOR
COUNCIL MEMBERS
RIC W. JONES ....................... COUNCIL MEMBER AT-LARGE
DAVID T. RESNICK ................ COUNCIL MEMBER AT-LARGE
KEVIN J. LYNCH ................. COUNCIL MEMBER FIRST WARD
LUIS DEL TORO ............... COUNCIL MEMBER SECOND WARD
JOYCE E. CONNORS .......... COUNCIL MEMBER THIRD WARD
JAKE A. RIOS .................. COUNCIL MEMBER FOURTH WARD
CITY OFFICERS FOR THE YEAR 2016
COUNCIL APPOINTEES
CITY MANAGER ...................................................................................... MICHAEL C. VAN MILLIGEN
CITY CLERK........................................................................................................ KEVIN S. FIRNSTAHL
CITY ATTORNEY ........................................................... BARRY A. LINDAHL (January – September)
....................................................................................... CRENNA BRUMWELL (October - December)
DEPARTMENT MANAGERS
ASSISTANT CITY MANAGER ................................................................. CYNTHIA M. STEINHAUSER
ASSISTANT CITY MANAGER ..................................................................... THERESE H. GOODMANN
AIRPORT MANAGER ...................................................................................... ROBERT A. GRIERSON
BUDGET DIRECTOR ....................................................................................... JENNIFER M. LARSON
BUILDING SERVICES MANAGER .................................................. CYNTHIA M. STEINHAUSER (--)
TODD M. CARR (March – December)
CITY ENGINEER ...................................................................................................... GUS N. PSIHOYOS
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR ........................................................... MAURICE S. JONES
FINANCE DIRECTOR ....................................................................... KENNETH J. TEKIPPE (January)
JEAN M. NACHTMAN (February – December)
FIRE CHIEF ................................................................................................................ RICK A. STEINES
HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR ........................................ ALVIN L. NASH
HUMAN RIGHTS DIRECTOR.................................................................................. KELLY R. LARSON
INFORMATION SERVICES MANAGER .................................................... CHRISTINE A. KOHLMANN
LEISURE SERVICES MANAGER ................................................................................ MARIE L. WARE
LIBRARY DIRECTOR ......................................................................................... SUSAN A. HENRICKS
PERSONNEL MANAGER ....................................................................................... RANDALL K. PECK
PLANNING SERVICES MANAGER ................................................................... LAURA B. CARSTENS
POLICE CHIEF ........................................................................................................ MARK M. DALSING
PUBLIC HEALTH SPECIALIST ..................................................................... MARY ROSE CORRIGAN
PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR ..................................................... DONALD J. VOGT (January – April)
JOHN L. KLOSTERMANN (May – December)
WATER DEPARTMENT MANAGER ...................................................................... ROBERT M. GREEN
.................................................................................................................................. and DENISE IHRIG
WATER POLLUTION CONTROL MANAGER ............. JONATHAN R. BROWN (January – February)
WILLIAM J. O’BRIAN (March – December)
Regular meetings of the City Council were held on the first and third Monday
of each month (Tuesday pending holidays) at 6:30 p.m. in the Historic Federal Building until In
August 15, 2016 the meeting time was changed to 6:00 p.m.
Book 146 Regular Session, January 4, 2016 1
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
REGULAR SESSION
OFFICIAL
The Dubuque City Council met in regular
session at 6:30 p.m. on January 4, 2016 in the
Historic Federal Building, 350 W. 6th Street.
Present: Mayor Buol; Council Members
Connors, Del Toro, Jones, Lynch, Resnick,
Rios; City Manager Van Milligen, City Attorney
Lindahl
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
SWEARING IN
1. Swearing-In of Council Members-Elect
and Mayor Pro-Tem: Mayor Buol administered
the Oath of Office to Council Members-Elect
David Resnick (At-Large), Luis Del Toro (Ward
2), Jake Rios (Ward 4), and Mayor Pro-Tem
Ric Jones.
CONSENT ITEMS
Motion by Lynch to receive and file the
documents, adopt the resolutions, and dispose
of as indicated. Seconded by Jones. Motion
carried 7-0.
1. Minutes and Reports Submitted: City
Council Minutes of 12/21/15; Library Board of
Trustees Update of 12/17/15; Proof of Publica-
tion for City Council Proceedings of 12/7/15,
12/14/15; Proof of Publication for List of
Claims and Summary of Revenues Month
Ending 11/31/15. Upon motion the documents
were received and filed.
2. Notice of Claims and Suits: Ronald
McDonald for property damage. Upon motion
the documents were received, filed and re-
ferred to the City Attorney.
3. Disposition of Claims: City Attorney ad-
vising that the following claims have been re-
ferred to Public Entity Risk Services of Iowa,
the agent for the Iowa Communities Assurance
Pool: Ronald McDonald for property damage.
Upon motion the documents were received,
filed and concurred.
4. Dubuque Convention and Visitors Bu-
reau Annual Report: City Manager transmitting
the Dubuque Convention and Visitors Bureau's
Annual Report for Fiscal Year 2015. Upon
motion the documents were received and filed.
5. Accepting the Permanent Easement for
Sanitary Sewer at 11885 Miners Lane: City
Manager recommending acceptance of a per-
manent easement for sanitary sewer from Jef-
frey, Sandra and Howard Arensdorf over prop-
erty at 11885 Miners Lane in Dubuque County.
Upon motion the documents were received
and filed and Resolution No. 1-16 Accepting a
Grant of Permanent Easement for Sanitary
Sewer through, over and across part of Lot 2-2
Ohmert Farms in the County of Dubuque, Iowa
was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 1-16
ACCEPTING A GRANT OF PERMANENT
EASEMENT FOR SANITARY SEWER
THROUGH, OVER AND ACROSS PART OF
LOT 2-2 OHMERT FARMS IN THE COUNTY
OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
Whereas, Jeffrey, Sandra L. and Howard
W. Arensdorf have executed a Permanent
Easement for Sanitary Sewer through, over
and across Part of Lot 2-2 Ohmert Farms in
the County of Dubuque, Iowa.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The City Council of the City of
Dubuque, Iowa hereby approves of, accepts
and consents to the Grant of Permanent
Easement for Sanitary Sewer through, over
and across Part of Lot 2-2 Ohmert Farms in
the County of Dubuque, Iowa from Jeffrey,
Sandra L. and Howard W. Arensdorf, a copy of
which is attached hereto.
Section 2. The Mayor is hereby authorized
and directed to execute and acknowledge on
behalf of the City of Dubuque any instruments
in connection herewith.
Section 3. That the City Clerk be and is
hereby authorized and directed to record a
certified copy of this resolution in the offices of
the City Assessor, Dubuque County Recorder
and Dubuque County Auditor.
Passed, approved and adopted this 4th day
of January, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
6. Accepting the Fire Station #4 Driveway
and Sidewalk Replacement Project: City Man-
ager recommending acceptance of the con-
struction contract for the Fire Station #4
Driveway and Sidewalk Replacement Project,
as completed by Midwest Concrete Inc. Upon
motion the documents were received and filed
and Resolution No. 2-16 Accepting the Fire
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Station #4 Driveway and Sidewalk Replace-
ment Project and authorizing the payment of
the contract amount to the contractor was
adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 2-16
ACCEPTING THE FIRE STATION #4
DRIVEWAY AND SIDEWALK REPLACE-
MENT PROJECT AND AUTHORIZING THE
PAYMENT OF THE CONTRACT AMOUNT
TO THE CONTRACTOR
Whereas, the Public Improvement Contract
for the Fire Station #4 Driveway and Sidewalk
Replacement Project (the Project) has been
completed and the City Engineer has exam-
ined the work and filed a certificate stating that
the Project has been completed according to
the terms of the Public Improvement Contract
and that the City Engineer recommends that
the Project be accepted.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The recommendation of the City
Engineer is approved and the Project is hereby
accepted.
Section 2. The Finance Director is hereby
directed to pay to the Contractor from the
Driveway Replacements and City Catch Basin
& Curbing appropriations for the contract
amount of $23,670.08, less any retained per-
centage provided for therein as provided in
Iowa Code chapter 573, and to pay such re-
tainage only in accordance with the provisions
of Iowa Code chapter 573.
Passed, approved and adopted this 4th day
of January, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
CITY ENGINEER’S CERTIFICATE OF FINAL
COMPLETION OF THE FIRE STATION #4
DRIVEWAY AND SIDEWALK REPLACE-
MENT PROJECT
The undersigned City Engineer of the City
of Dubuque, Iowa hereby certifies that he has
inspected the Fire Station #4 Driveway and
Sidewalk Replacement Project, that the Pro-
ject has been performed in compliance with
the terms of the Public Improvement Contract,
and that the total cost of the completed work is
$27,220.59.
Dated this 4th day of January, 2016.
/s/ Gus Psihoyos, City Engineer
Filed in the office of the City Clerk on the 4th
day of January, 2016.
/s/Kevin Firnstahl, City Clerk
7. Civil Service Commission: Civil Service
Commission submitting the Certified List for
Fire Department’s promotional positions of Fire
Equipment Operator and Medical Officer. Up-
on motion the documents were received, filed
and made a Matter of Record.
December 7, 2015
Honorable Mayor and
Members of the City Council
In accordance with Chapter 400 of the
Code of Iowa, an examination for the positions
of Fire Equipment Operator and Medical Of-
ficer were administered on November 4-5,
2015. We hereby certify that the individuals
listed below have passed these written exami-
nations and the vacancy for these positions
should be made from this list and that this list
is good for two (2) years from above date.
Fire Equipment Operator
1. Kyle Mueller
2. Robert Klaren
3. Douglas Merkes
4. Adam Kahler
5. Ryan Kieffer
6. Michael Kuhn
7. Timothy Griebel
Medical Officer
1. Samuel Janecke
Respectfully submitted,
/s/ Daniel White, Chairperson
Civil Service Commission
8. Potter vs. City of Dubuque: City Attorney
recommending approval of the Partial Dismis-
sal and Release in the suit of Suzanne Potter
vs. the City of Dubuque et al. Upon motion the
documents were received, filed and approved.
9. Loras College/Great Lakes Career
Ready Internship Grant Program – Cost-
Effective Intern Opportunity: City Manager
recommending approval to employ three in-
terns between the City Manager’s Office and
the Economic Development using the Great
Lakes Career Ready Internship Grant Program
through Loras College. Upon motion the doc-
uments were received, filed and approved.
10. Mediacom Communications Company:
Correspondence from Lee Grassley, Senior
Government Relations Manager for Mediacom
Communications Company advising the City of
rate adjustments and programming changes
effective on or about January 17 through Feb-
ruary 7, 2016. Upon motion the documents
were received and filed.
11. Code of Ordinances - Adoption of Sup-
plement No. 20: City Clerk recommending
adoption of Supplement No. 20 to the City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances. Upon motion
the documents were received and filed and
Book 146 Regular Session, January 4, 2016 3
Resolution No. 3-16 Adopting Supplement No.
20 to the Code of Ordinances of the City of
Dubuque, Iowa was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 3-16
ADOPTING SUPPLEMENT NO. 20 TO THE
CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA
Whereas, under date of August 17, 2009,
the City Council, pursuant to Ordinance No.
43-09, readopted the Code of Ordinances of
the City of Dubuque, Iowa in its entirety; and
Whereas, since August 17, 2009 the City
Council of the City of Dubuque, Iowa has
adopted certain ordinances amending the
Code of Ordinances and said amendments
have been printed as supplements to the Code
of Ordinances; and
Whereas, Section 380.8 of the Code of Io-
wa provides that supplements, by resolution,
become part of the Code of Ordinances.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That Supplement No. 20 of the
Code of Ordinances of the City of Dubuque,
Iowa covering Ordinance Nos. 53-15, 54-15,
56-15, 57-15, 61-15, 62-15, 66-15, 67-15, 69-
15 and code change as adopted by the City
Council through November 2, 2015, prepared
by the Sterling Codifiers, Inc., and filed in the
Office of the City Clerk of the City of Dubuque,
Iowa is hereby adopted and becomes part of
the Code of Ordinances of the City of Dubu-
que, Iowa.
Passed, approved and adopted this 4th day
of January, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
12. Assistance to Firefighters Grant Appli-
cation: City Manager recommending approval
to submit an Assistance to Firefighters Grant
application to purchase two training manikins
for EMS skills practice. Upon motion the doc-
uments were received, filed and approved.
13. Public Health Preparedness Intern: City
Manager recommending approval to hire an
intern in the Health Services Department to
work on a NIMS-compliant local inventory of
assets and resources available for emergency
response and mutual aid requests using Public
Health Emergency Preparedness grant funds
through the Dubuque County Health Depart-
ment. Upon motion the documents were re-
ceived, filed and approved.
14. National League of Cities – Financial
Inclusion Technical Assistance Project: City
Manager recommending the City partner with
the Community Foundation of Greater Dubu-
que on an application to the National League
of Cities Financial Inclusion Technical Assis-
tance Project. Upon motion the documents
were received, filed and approved.
15. Alcohol and Tobacco License Applica-
tions: City Manager recommending approval of
annual liquor, beer, wine and tobacco license
applications as submitted. Upon motion the
documents were received and filed and Reso-
lution No. 4-16 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. 5-
16 Approving applications for retail ciga-
rette/tobacco sales/nicotine/vapor permits, as
required by Iowa Code 453A.47A were adopt-
ed.
RESOLUTION NO. 4-16
APPROVING APPLICATIONS FOR BEER,
LIQUOR, AND/OR WINE PERMITS, AS RE-
QUIRED BY CITY OF DUBUQUE CODE OF
ORDINANCES TITLE 4 BUSINESS AND LI-
CENSE REGULATIONS, CHAPTER 2 LIQ-
UOR CONTROL, ARTICLE B LIQUOR,
BEER AND WINE LICENSES AND PERMITS
Whereas, applications for Beer, Liquor,
and or Wine Permits have been submitted and
filed with the City Council for approval and the
same have been examined and approved; and
Whereas, the premises to be occupied by
such applicants were inspected and found to
comply with the Ordinances of the City and the
applicants have filed the proper fees and
bonds and otherwise complied with the re-
quirements of the Code of Ordinances.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The City Clerk is hereby author-
ized and directed to cause to be issued the
noted permit types to the following applicants
pending submission of the locally required
documentation:
Renewals
Awn Stop mart, 1998 Jackson St., Class C
Beer (Sunday)
Baymont Inn & Suites, 4025 Mc Donald Dr.,
Class B Liquor (Outdoor) (Sunday)
Champs Americna/Best Western, 3100 Dodge
St., Class B Liquor (Catering) (Outdoor)
(Sunday)
Hy-Vee Club Room, 400 S. Locust St., Special
Class C Liquor (Sunday)
Magoo's Pizza, 1875 University Ave., Special
Class C Liquor (Sunday)
Passed, approved and adopted this 4th day
of January, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Book 146 Regular Session, January 4, 2016 4
RESOLUTION NO. 5-16
APPROVING APPLICATIONS FOR RETAIL
CIGARETTE / TOBACCO SALES / NICO-
TINE / VAPOR PERMITS, AS REQUIRED BY
IOWA CODE 453A.47A
Whereas, applications for Ciga-
rette/Tobacco Sales have been submitted and
filed with the City Council for approval and the
same have been examined and approved; and
Whereas, the premises to be occupied by
such applicants were inspected and found to
comply with the Ordinances of the City and the
applicants have filed the proper fees and oth-
erwise complied with the requirements of the
Code of Ordinances.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The City Clerk is hereby author-
ized and directed to cause to be issued the
following named applicants and locations for
cigarette/tobacco sales permit.
New
Casey’s General Store, 1072 Cedar Cross
Clear View Vapes, 3080 Cedar Crest Ct.
Passed, approved and adopted this 4th day
of January 4, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
ITEMS SET FOR PUBLIC HEARING
Motion by Lynch to receive and file the
documents, adopt the resolutions, set the pub-
lic hearings as indicated, and direct the City
Clerk to publish notice as prescribed by law.
Seconded by Connors. Motion carried 7-0.
1. Roasting Solutions, LLC - Development
Agreement / Acquisition: City Manager rec-
ommending the City Council set a public hear-
ing for January 19, 2016 to approve the De-
velopment Agreement between the City of
Dubuque and Roasting Solutions, LLC for the
acquisition of 12.03 acres and a $3.2 million
capital investment in a new 34,000 square-foot
facility employing 17 full-time equivalent posi-
tions in the Dubuque Industrial Center South.
Upon motion the documents were received
and filed and Resolution No. 6-16 Intent to
dispose of an interest in City of Dubuque real
estate pursuant to a Development Agreement
between the City of Dubuque and Roasting
Solutions, LLC and fixing the date for a public
hearing of the City Council of the City of
Dubuque, Iowa on the proposed issuance of
Urban Renewal Tax Increment Revenue Grant
Obligations and providing for the publication of
notice thereof was adopted setting a public
hearing for a meeting to commence at 6:30
p.m. on January 19, 2016 in the Historic Fed-
eral Building.
RESOLUTION NO. 6-16
INTENT TO DISPOSE OF AN INTEREST IN
CITY OF DUBUQUE REAL ESTATE PUR-
SUANT TO A DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT
BETWEEN THE CITY OF DUBUQUE AND
ROASTING SOLUTIONS, LLC AND FIXING
THE DATE FOR A PUBLIC HEARING OF
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA ON THE PROPOSED IS-
SUANCE OF URBAN RENEWAL TAX IN-
CREMENT REVENUE GRANT OBLIGA-
TIONS AND PROVIDING FOR THE PUBLI-
CATION OF NOTICE THEREOF
Whereas, the City of Dubuque, Iowa (City)
is the owner of the following real property (the
Property);
Lot 1 of Dubuque Industrial Center South
Second Addition in the City of Dubuque,
Iowa; and
Whereas, City and Roasting Solutions,
LLC have entered into a Development Agree-
ment, subject to the approval of the City Coun-
cil, pursuant to which City will convey the
Property to Roasting Solutions, LLC, and
Roasting Solutions, LLC will construct on the
Property certain Improvements described in
the Development Agreement; and
Whereas, the City Council has tentatively
determined that it would be in the best inter-
ests of City to approve the Development
Agreement, including the conveyance of the
Property to Roasting Solutions, LLC; and
Whereas, the Development Agreement
provides for the issuance by City of economic
development grants to Roasting Solutions,
LLC, referred to therein as Urban Renewal Tax
Increment Revenue Grant Obligations, paya-
ble from the tax increment revenues collected
in respect of the Improvements to be con-
structed by Roasting Solutions, LLC in accord-
ance with the Development Agreement, for the
purpose of carrying out the objectives of an
Urban Renewal Plan as hereinafter described;
and
Whereas, before said obligations may be
approved, Chapter 403 of the Code of Iowa
requires that the City Clerk publish a notice of
the proposal and of the time and place of the
meeting at which the City Council proposes to
take action thereon and at which meeting the
City Council shall receive oral and/or written
objections from any resident or property owner
of said City to such proposed action.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The City of Dubuque intends to
dispose of its interest in the foregoing-
described Property by Deed to Roasting Solu-
tions, LLC pursuant to the proposed Develop-
ment Agreement.
Section 2. The City Clerk is hereby author-
ized and directed to cause this Resolution and
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a notice to be published as prescribed by Iowa
Code Section 364.7 of a public hearing on the
City’s intent to dispose of the foregoing-
described Property, to be held on the 19th day
of January, 2016 at 6:30 p.m. in the City
Council Chambers at the Historic Federal
Building, 350 W. 6th Street, Dubuque, Iowa.
Section 3. The City Council will also meet
at said time and place for the purpose of taking
action on the matter of authorizing Urban Re-
newal Tax Increment Revenue obligations and
the execution of the Development Agreement
relating thereto with Roasting Solutions, LLC,
the proceeds of which obligations will be used
to carry out certain of the special financing
activities described in the Urban Renewal Plan
for the Dubuque Industrial Center Economic
Development District, consisting of the funding
of economic development grants to Roasting
Solutions, LLC pursuant to the Development
Agreement under the terms and conditions of
said Urban Renewal Plan. It is expected that
the aggregate amount of the Tax Increment
Revenue obligations will be approximately
$950,000.
Section 4. The City Clerk is hereby di-
rected to cause at least one publication to be
made of a notice of said meeting, in a news-
paper, printed wholly in the English language,
published at least once weekly, and having
general circulation in said City, said publication
to be not less than four days nor more than
twenty days before the date of said meeting on
the disposal of the City’s interest in the Proper-
ty and the issuance of said obligations.
Section 5. That the notice of the proposed
action shall be in substantially the form at-
tached hereto.
Passed, approved and adopted this 4th day
of January, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
2. Intent to Dispose of Property - 2300
Jackson Street: City Manager recommending
the City Council set a public hearing for Janu-
ary 19, 2016, for the purpose of disposing of
City-owned real estate at 2300 Jackson Street
to Tami M. Paisley. Upon motion the docu-
ments were received and filed and Resolution
No. 7-16 Intent to dispose of an interest in City
of Dubuque real estate, setting a time and
place for a hearing and providing for the publi-
cation of notice thereof was adopted setting a
public hearing for a meeting to commence at
6:30 p.m. on January 19, 2016 in the Historic
Federal Building.
RESOLUTION NO. 7-16
INTENT TO DISPOSE OF AN INTEREST IN
CITY OF DUBUQUE REAL ESTATE, SET-
TING A TIME AND PLACE FOR HEARING
AND PROVIDING FOR THE PUBLICATION
OF NOTICE THEREOF
Whereas, the City of Dubuque has ob-
tained certain real property in connection with
the Washington Neighborhood Revitalize Pro-
ject; and for purpose of its acquisition, rehabili-
tation and re-sale for owner-occupied housing;
and
Whereas, the City received an offer to pur-
chase this property from Tami M. Paisley; and
Whereas, such purpose supports the
Neighborhood Stabilization Program and
Washington Neighborhood Revitalization
strategy as approved by the City Council; and
Whereas, by accepting the selected offer
the City’s objectives of providing homeowner-
ship to an income-qualified buyer and rehabili-
tation of a vacated home can be realized.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the City of Dubuque, Iowa
intends to dispose of its interest in the follow-
ing legally-described property:
Lot 2 of Lot 63 in L.H. Langworthy’s Addi-
tion in the City of Dubuque, Iowa accord-
ing to the recorded plat thereof – 2300
Jackson Street.
Section 2. That the City of Dubuque, Iowa
proposes to dispose of its interest in the above
described real estate to Tami M. Paisley for
the sum of $110,000;
Section 3. That the City Clerk is hereby au-
thorized and directed to cause this Resolution
and a notice to be published as prescribed by
Iowa Code Section 364.7 of a public hearing
on the City’s intent to dispose of the foregoing-
described Property, to be held on the 19th day
of January, 2016, at 6:30 o’clock p.m. at the
Historic Federal Building, 350 West 6th Street,
Dubuque, Iowa.
Passed, approved and adopted this 4th day
of January, 2016.
Roy D Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
BOARDS/COMMISSIONS
City Council reviewed applications to the
following Boards/Commissions.
1. Housing Code Appeals Board (Review):
One, 3-year term through January 11, 2019
(Expiring term of White); and one, 3-year term
through January 11, 2018 (Vacant term of Mil-
ler); Applicants: Robert Schaub, 1745 Embas-
sy West; and Ron White, 3197 Highland Park
Dr.
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2. Human Rights Commission (Review):
Three, 3-year terms through January 1, 2019
(Expiring terms of Fisher, LoGuidice and
Stone). Applicants: Sara Fisher, 3045 Kauf-
mann Ave.; Angela Jones, 2413 Pearl St.;
Adrienne Scott, 1365 Solon St.; and R.R.S.
Stewart, 460 Summit St.
Appointment was made to the following
Board.
3. Electrical Code Board (Appointment):
One, 3-year term through May 21, 2017 (Va-
cant Electrical background term of Reiss). Ap-
plicant: Zach Dowell, 2055 Winne Ct. Motion
by Jones to appoint Mr. Dowell to the remain-
der of a 3-year term through May 21, 2017.
Seconded by Resnick. Motion carried 7-0.
ACTION ITEMS
1. Budget and Fiscal Policy Guidelines Fis-
cal Year 2017: City Manager recommending
adoption of the Fiscal Year 2017 Budget Policy
Guidelines. Motion by Jones to receive and file
the documents and approve the Policy Guide-
lines as recommended. Seconded by Connors.
During considerable discussion by the City
Council, City Manager Van Milligen and Budg-
et Director Jennifer Larson responded to ques-
tions about the recommended property tax
increase and the impact on residential, com-
mercial, industrial and multi-residential proper-
ty tax classes. The motion failed 3-4 with
Lynch, Del Toro, Resnick and Rios voting nay.
Motion by Lynch to receive and file the
documents and direct staff refigure the Guide-
lines with reducing the property tax increase
for residential property to no more than 1.5%
and commercial property to no more than
9.5%. Seconded by Resnick. Mayor Buol
asked that staff provide information on specific
programs and areas considered for cuts and
reminded Council that these are only guide-
lines. Motion carried 5-2 with Del Toro and
Connors voting nay.
2. Mayor and City Council Appointments to
Boards and Commissions: Review of Mayor
and City Council appointments to various
boards and commissions. Communication
from David Barnes, Executive Director of Op-
eration: New View Community Action Agency
requesting confirmation of Council representa-
tives for 2016. Motion by Connors to receive
and file the documents and accept the chang-
es discussed. The City Clerk will obtain addi-
tional information related to board membership
on the Operation New View Board, the Four
Mounds Foundation Board, and the Dubuque
County Early Childhood Board and will com-
municate with the effected Council Members
for confirmation. Motion carried 7-0.
COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS
Council Member Jones reported on the
opening of the Special Olympics to take place
at 6:00 p.m. on January 11, 2016 at the Grand
River Center.
Council Member Del Toro thanked the citi-
zens of Dubuque for their support through last
November’s election and that he looks forward
to working with his City Council colleagues.
There being no further business, upon mo-
tion the City Council adjourned at 7:47 p.m.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, CMC, City Clerk
Book 146 Special and Regular Sessions, January 19, 2016 7
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
SPECIAL SESSION
OFFICIAL
The Dubuque City Council gathered for a
special session at 4:30 p.m. on January 19,
2016 in front of the Historic Federal Building,
350 W. 6th Street.
Present: Mayor Pro-Tem Jones; Council
Members Connors, Del Toro, Lynch, Resnick,
Rios; City Manager Van Milligen. Absent:
Mayor Buol
Housing Department Staff Present: Kris
Neyen, Erica Haugen, Todd Carr.
Mayor Pro-Tem Jones read the call that
stated this is a special session of the City
Council called for the purpose of conducting a
bus tour of three rehabilitated housing proper-
ties.
WORK SESSION
Tour of Rehabilitation Projects
The City Council participated in a bus tour
of the following three rehabilitation projects
that began in front of the Historic Federal
Building.
2300 Jackson Street: Kris Neyen (Housing
Department) and Chris Olson (Four Mounds
Foundation and the HEART Program) provid-
ed information specific to this property, and a
ribbon cutting was held with the new owner,
Tami Paisley. Council and staff toured the
property.
1598 Jackson Street: Ms. Neyen and Da-
vid Harris (Community Housing Initiative) pro-
vided information specific to this property.
Council and staff toured the property.
346-348 W. Locust Street: Ms. Neyen and
Developers Gary and Chris Stelpflug provided
information specific to this property. Council
and staff toured the property.
There being no further business, the City
Council returned to the Historic Federal Build-
ing and adjourned at 5:46 p.m.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, CMC, City Clerk
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
REGULAR SESSION
OFFICIAL
The Dubuque City Council met in regular
session at 6:30 p.m. on January 19, 2016 in
the Historic Federal Building, 350 W. 6th
Street.
Present: Mayor Pro-Tem Jones; Council
Members Connors, Del Toro, Lynch, Resnick,
Rios; City Manager Van Milligen, City Attorney
Lindahl
Absent: Mayor Buol
Mayor Pro-Tem Jones 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
CONSENT ITEMS
Motion by Lynch to receive and file the
documents, adopt the resolutions, and dispose
of as indicated. Seconded by Connors. Motion
carried 6-0.
1. Minutes and Reports Submitted: Cable
TV Commission of 12/2/15; City Council Pro-
ceedings of 1/4/16; Civil Service Commission
of 12/16/15, 1/8/16; Library Board of Trustees
of 11/19/15; Long Range Planning Advisory
Commission of 12/16/15; Zoning Advisory
Commission of 1/6/16; Zoning Board of Ad-
justment of 12/17/15; Proof of Publication for
City Council Proceedings of 12/21/15. Upon
motion the documents were received and filed.
2. Notice of Claims and Suits: Larry Kirby
for vehicle damage, Andrew Makovec for
property damage, Luke Potnick for vehicle
damage, Michelle Roling for property damage,
Jessica Rooney for vehicle damage. Upon
motion the documents were received, filed and
referred to the City Attorney.
3. Disposition of Claims: City Attorney ad-
vising that the following claims have been re-
ferred to Public Entity Risk Services of Iowa,
the agent for the Iowa Communities Assurance
Pool: Larry Kirby for vehicle damage, Andrew
Makovec for property damage, Luke Potnick
for vehicle damage, Michelle Roling for proper-
ty damage, Jessica Rooney for vehicle dam-
age. Upon motion the documents were re-
ceived, filed and concurred.
Book 146 Regular Session, January 19, 2016 8
4. Anderson Sainci Receives the Gil Cha-
venelle Memorial Award: City Manager trans-
mitting information on the Dubuque Jaycees'
Gil Chavenelle Memorial Award recognizing
Resource Management Coordinator Anderson
Sainci. Upon motion the document was re-
ceived and filed.
5. Cori Burbach Appointed to Iowa Energy
Plan Working Group: City Manager transmit-
ting information from the Iowa Economic De-
velopment Authority appointing Sustainable
Dubuque Coordinator Cori Burbach to the Io-
wa Energy Plan working group. Upon motion
the document was received and filed.
6. Lead-Based Paint Hazard Control Grant
- Request to Release Funds: City Manager
recommending approval of a resolution author-
izing the Notice of Intent to Request Release
of Funds for the Lead-Based Paint Hazard
Control Grant. Upon motion the documents
were received and filed and Resolution No. 8-
16 Authorization of a Request for Release of
Funds and Certification for Lead Based Paint
Hazard Control Grant and Healthy Homes
Production Grant programs was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 8-16
AUTHORIZATION REQUEST FOR RELEASE
OF FUNDS AND CERTIFICATION FOR
LEAD BASED PAINT HAZARD CONTROL
GRANT AND HEALTHY HOMES PRODUC-
TION GRANT PROGRAMS
Whereas, the City of Dubuque has been
awarded Lead Based Paint Hazard Control
Grant funds from the U.S. Department of
Housing and Urban Development, and
Whereas, pursuant to the rules and regula-
tions as promulgated by the U.S. Department
of Housing and Urban Development, an envi-
ronmental review has been processed for the
Lead Based Paint Hazard Control Grant; and
Whereas, a Notice of Intent to Request Re-
lease of Funds for said grants has been pub-
lished on January 5, 2016, to commence the
required seven (7) days comment period; and
Whereas, any and all comments received
as a result of such notice will be duly consid-
ered before proceeding with a Request for
Release of Funds and Certification; and
Whereas, a Request for Release of Funds
and Certification must be sent to the U.S. De-
partment of Housing and Urban Development
at the conclusion of the comment period.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the Mayor of the City of
Dubuque is hereby authorized and directed to
execute a Request for the Release of Funds
and Certification on or about January 20, 2016
and submit to the U.S. Department of Housing
and Urban Development.
Section 2. That the Mayor of the City of
Dubuque is hereby authorized to consent to
assume the status of a responsible federal
official under the National Environmental Pro-
tection Act, insofar as the provisions of the
said Act apply to the U.S. Department of Hous-
ing and Urban Development responsibilities for
review, decision-making, and action assumed
and carried out by the City of Dubuque as to
environmental issues.
Section 3. That the Mayor of the City of
Dubuque is hereby authorized to consent per-
sonally, in his official capacity and on behalf of
the City of Dubuque, to accept the jurisdiction
of the federal courts if an action is brought to
enforce responsibilities in relation to environ-
mental review process, decision-making and
action.
Passed, approved and adopted this 19th
day of January, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
7. Public Bike Trail Improvements for East
16th Street and Kerper Blvd. Project Ac-
ceptance: City Manager recommending ac-
ceptance of the public bike trail improvements
that the developer, Rainbo Oil Co., has recent-
ly completed at the intersection of East 16th
Street and Kerper Boulevard. Upon motion the
documents were received and filed and Reso-
lution No. 9-16 Accepting Bike Trail Improve-
ments over City property at East Sixteenth
Street and Kerper Boulevard in the City of
Dubuque, Iowa was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 9-16
ACCEPTING BIKE TRAIL IMPROVEMENTS
OVER CITY PROPERTY AT EAST SIX-
TEENTH STREET AND KERPER BOULE-
VARD IN THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
Whereas, pursuant to a Development
Agreement dated December 30, 2014 and
pursuant to a Lease Agreement dated January
22, 2013, certain bike trail improvements over
Lots 1-1 and 2-1 of Bee Branch Subdivision
No. 2, were installed by Rainbo Oil Co., the
developer of Lot 1-1 of Bee Branch Subdivi-
sion No. 2 in the City of Dubuque, Iowa; and
Whereas, the improvements have been
completed and the City Manager has exam-
ined the work and has filed a certificate stating
that the same has been completed in accord-
ance with the plans approved by the City
Council and in conformance with City specifi-
cations, and has recommended that the im-
provements be accepted by the City Council.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Book 146 Regular Session, January 19, 2016 9
Section 1. That the recommendation of the
City Manager be approved and that said public
bike trail improvements at the intersection of
East Sixteenth Street and Kerper Boulevard be
and the same is hereby accepted.
Section 2. That maintenance of said public
improvements shall be the responsibility of the
City of Dubuque.
Passed, approved and adopted this 19th
day of January, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
8. SRF Green Alley Project Bid Set 7 -
Year 1 Project Acceptance: City Manager rec-
ommending acceptance of the construction
contract for the SRF Green Alley Bid Set 7-
Year 1 Project, as completed by McDermott
Excavating, Inc., and adoption of the Final
Schedule of Assessments. Upon motion the
documents were received and filed and Reso-
lution No. 10-16 Accepting the SRF Green
Alley Project Bid Set 7-Year 1 and Authorizing
the payment of the contract amount to the con-
tractor; and Resolution No. 11-16 Adopting the
Final Assessment Schedule for the SRF Green
Alley Project Bid Set 7 – Year 1 were adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 10-16
ACCEPTING THE SRF GREEN ALLEY
PROJECT - BID SET 7 YEAR 1 AND AU-
THORIZING THE PAYMENT OF THE CON-
TRACT AMOUNT TO THE CONTRACTOR
Whereas, the Public Improvement Contract
for the SRF Green Alley Project - Bid Set 7
Year 1 (the Project) has been completed and
the City Engineer has examined the work and
filed a certificate stating that the Project has
been completed according to the terms of the
Public Improvement Contract and that the City
Engineer recommends that the Project be ac-
cepted; and
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The recommendation of the City
Engineer is approved and the Project is hereby
accepted.
Section 2. The Finance Director is hereby
directed to pay to the Contractor from the SRF
Green Alley Project fund for the contract
amount of $220,217.57 less any retained per-
centage provided for therein as provided in
Iowa Code chapter 573, and to pay such re-
tainage only in accordance with the provisions
of Iowa Code chapter 573.
Passed, approved and adopted this 19th
day of January, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
CITY ENGINEER’S CERTIFICATE OF FINAL
COMPLETION OF THE SRF GREEN ALLEY
PROJECT - BID SET 7 YEAR 1
The undersigned City Engineer of the City
of Dubuque, Iowa hereby certifies that he has
inspected the SRF Green Alley Project - Bid
Set 7 Year 1, that the Project has been per-
formed in compliance with the terms of the
Public Improvement Contract, and that the
total cost of the completed work is
$253,250.21.
Dated this 11th day of January, 2016.
/s/Gus Psihoyos, City Engineer
Filed in the office of the City Clerk on the 11th
day of January, 2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
RESOLUTION NO. 11-16
ADOPTING THE FINAL ASSESSMENT
SCHEDULE FOR THE SRF GREEN ALLEY
PROJECT - BID SET 7 YEAR 1
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
After full consideration, the Final Schedule
of Assessments as shown on the attached
sheet(s), Page 1 to Page 1 inclusive is hereby
approved for the SRF Green Alley Project - Bid
Set 7 Year 1.
There is hereby assessed and levied as a
special tax against and upon each of the bene-
fited properties, the respective sums indicated.
The amounts shown in said Final Schedule of
Assessments as deficiencies are found to be
proper and levied conditionally against the
respective properties benefited by the im-
provements as shown in the Final Schedule of
Assessments, subject to the provisions of Iowa
Code § 384.63. Said assessments against
said lots are hereby declared to be in propor-
tion to the special benefits conferred and not in
excess of twenty-five percent of the value of
same.
The City Clerk be and is hereby directed to
certify the Final Schedule of Assessments to
the County Treasurer of Dubuque County,
Iowa and to publish notice of said certification
once each week for two consecutive weeks in
the manner provided in Iowa Code § 362.3,
the first publication of which shall be not more
than fifteen days from the date of filing of the
Final Schedule of Assessments. On or before
the date of the second publication of the no-
tice, the City Clerk shall also mail a copy of
said notice to property owners whose property
is subject to assessment, as provided in Iowa
Code § 384.60.
The assessments may be paid in full or in
part without interest at the office of the City
Treasurer, City Hall, 50 W. 13th Street, Dubu-
que, Iowa at any time within 30 days after the
date of the first notice of the Final Schedule of
Assessments. Thereafter, unpaid assessments
Book 146 Regular Session, January 19, 2016 10
of $500.00 or more are payable in 15 annual
installments at the County Treasurer’s Office,
Dubuque County Courthouse, 720 Central
Avenue, Dubuque, Iowa and will draw annual
interest at three percent (3%) computed to
December 1 next following the due dates of
the respective installments as provided in Sec-
tion 384.65 of the Code of Iowa. Each install-
ment will be delinquent from October 1 follow-
ing its due date on July 1 of each year. How-
ever, when the last day of September is a Sat-
urday or Sunday, that amount shall be delin-
quent from the second business day of Octo-
ber. Delinquent installments will draw the
same delinquent interest as ordinary taxes.
Property owners may elect to pay any annual
installments semi-annually in advance.
Passed, approved and adopted this 19th
day of January, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
FINAL SCHEDULE OF VALUATION AND
PROPOSED ASSESSMENTS SRF GREEN
ALLEY PROJECT BID SET 7 – YEAR 1
ALLEYS FROM RIES TO MERZ BE-
TWEEN WINDSOR AND STAFFORD / ALLEY
FROM MERZ TO SOUTH BETWEEN WIND-
SOR AND STAFFORD
The following schedule is hereby deter-
mined to show each lot proposed to be as-
sessed for the improvement shown in the title
together with the amount proposed to be as-
sessed against each lot and the valuations
shown opposite each lot are hereby fixed as
the true valuations of such lots by the City
Council of the City of Dubuque.
PARCEL NUMBER; PROPERTY OWNER
NAME; LOT DESCRIPTION; STREET AD-
DRESS; NET ASSESSED VALUATION; VAL-
UATION WITH IMPROVEMENT; NET PAV-
ING IMPROVEMENT COST; TOTAL NET
ASSESSMENT
ALLEYS FROM REIS TO MERZ BETWEEN
WINDSOR AND STAFFORD
1013410001; Bonnett, Wayne E Revocable
Living Trust; Lot 5 - 3 Giegers Sub; 2540
Windsor Ave; 80,770.00; $81,801.95;
$1,031.95; $1,031.95
1013410002; Grutz, Jerry & Cathleen; Lot 4 - 3
Giegers Sub 2534-2536 Windsor Ave;
2534 Windsor Ave; 111,250.00;
$112,281.95; $1,031.95; $1,031.95
1013410003; Dubuque Sports Productions
Inc.; Lot 3 - 3 Giegers Sub; 2532 Windsor
Ave; 84,900.00; $85,931.95; $1,031.95;
$1,031.95
1013410004; Westphal, Jim D; N 5' - 1 - 3 &
Lot 2 - 3 Giegers Sub; 2528 Windsor Ave;
116,700.00; $117,616.82; $916.82;
$916.82
1013410005; Queck Capital Management
LLC; S 30' - 1 - 3 Giegers Sub; 2526
Windsor Ave; 68,170.00; $68,789.17;
$619.17; $619.17
1013410006; Genesis Three Holdings LLC;
Lot 2 - 1 - 2 Giegers Sub 2522-2524 Wind-
sor Ave; 2522 Windsor Ave; 56,730.00;
$57,832.98; $1,102.98; $1,102.98
1013410007; Konrardy, Kay A; W 1/2 - 2 - 2
Giegers Sub; 2520 Windsor Ave;
74,480.00; $75,183.81; $703.81; $703.81
1013410008; Mess, Judith A; W 1/2 - 3 - 2
Giegers Sub; 2518 Windsor Ave;
72,260.00; $72,808.57; $548.57; $548.57
1013410009; Welu, Paula J; W 1/2 - 4 - 2
Giegers Sub; 2516 Windsor Ave;
60,140.00; $60,687.29; $547.29; $547.29
1013410010; Key, Terry M Sr. & Shirley M; Lot
1 - 1 - 1 Giegers Sub; 2514 Windsor Ave;
76,940.00; $77,656.46; $716.46; $716.46
1013410011; Basten, Brian W; N 35' - 2 - 1 - 1
Giegers Sub; 2512 Windsor Ave;
80,220.00; $80,967.30; $747.30; $747.30
1013410012; Huntington, Ronald; S 65' - 2 - 1
- 1 Giegers Sub; 2510 Windsor Ave;
114,490.00; $115,847.58; $1,357.58;
$1,357.58
1013410013; Rohrs, Dylan R; Lot 6 - 3 Gieg-
ers Sub; 705 Ries St; 62,020.00;
$62,845.56; $825.56; $825.56
1013410014; Haupert, Deborah A; Lot 7 - 3
Giegers Sub; 707 Ries St; 90,090.00;
$90,915.56; $825.56; $825.56
1013410015; Kruser, Donald J & Virginia A;
Lot 8 - 3 Giegers Sub; 711 Ries St;
82,450.00; $83,275.56; $825.56; $825.56
1013410016; Giegerich, Caleb; Lot 9 - 3 & 2 -
10 - 3 Giegers Sub; 715 Ries St;
77,750.00; $78,575.56; $825.56; $825.56
1013410017; Hubanks, Daniel R; Lot 1 - 10 - 3
Giegers Sub; 719 Ries St; 87,100.00;
$87,820.56; $720.56; $720.56
1013410018; Schlarman, Gerald J & Remy,
Vicki Lee; Lot 11 - 3 Giegers Sub; 2537
Stafford St; 96,700.00; $99,965.68;
$3,265.68; $3,265.68
1013410019; Haferbecker, Amber C; Lot 12 -
3 Giegers Sub; 2533 Stafford St;
78,210.00; $79,130.78; $920.78; $920.78
1013410020; Haferbecker, Amber C; Lot 13 -
3 Giegers Sub; Stafford St; 9,700.00;
$10,660.29; $960.29; $960.29
1013410021; Heathcote - Goldhammer, Carla
M; Lot 1 - 1 - 2 Giegers Sub; 2529 Stafford
St; 78,630.00; $79,843.97; $1,213.97;
$1,213.97
1013410022; Heathcote - Goldhammer, Carla
M; E 1/2 - 2 - 2 Giegers Sub; Stafford St;
8,070.00; $8,808.73; $738.73; $738.73
1013410023; Radke, Jerry E; E 1/2 - 3 - 2
Giegers Sub; 2523 Stafford St; 67,960.00;
$68,518.12; $558.12; $558.12
1013410024; Bond, Sheonna D.; Lot 2 - 1 & E
1/2 of 4 - 2 Giegers Sub; 2521 Stafford St;
119,780.00; $119,780.00; $0.00; $0.00
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1013410025; Anderson, Edward A; Lot 3 - 1
Giegers Sub; 2515 Stafford St; 86,770.00;
$87,591.59; $821.59; $821.59
1013410026; Haskell, Richard D & Sharon; Lot
2 - 4 - 1 & 2 - 5 - 1 Giegers Sub; 711 Merz
St; 46,980.00; $48,441.96; $1,461.96;
$1,461.96
ALLEY FROM MERZ TO SOUTH BETWEEN
WINDSOR STAFFORD;
1013454001; Smith, Karen M; Lot 1 - 5 Staf-
fords Add 2508-2508 1/2 Windsor Ave.;
2508 Windsor; 95,830.00; $96,609.44;
$779.44; $779.44
1013454002; Hoppman, Cory & Close, Nicolle
A; Lot 2 - 5 Staffords Add; 2506 Windsor;
73,420.00; $74,004.58; $584.58; $584.58
1013454003; Leute, Kevin J & Susan A; Lot 3
of 5 Staffords Add; Windsor Ave;
10,070.00; $10,654.58; $584.58; $584.58
1013454004; Leute, Kevin J & Susan A; Lot 4
- 5 Staffords Add; 2502 Windsor Ave;
79,950.00; $80,530.66; $580.66; $580.66
1013454005; JK Investments LLC; Lot 5 - 5
Staffords Add; 2500 Windsor Ave;
38,820.00; $39,400.73; $580.73; $580.73
1013454006; Mc Ginn, Donna Mae & John J;
Lot 2 - 1 - 3 & 4 Staffords Add; 2432 Wind-
sor Ave; 106,590.00; $106,917.99;
$327.99; $327.99
1013454030; Harp, Kevin & Schaar-Harp,
Roberta; Lot 1 - 6 - 5 Staffords Add; 710
Merz St.; 91,510.00; $92,469.72; $959.72;
$959.72
1013454031; Harp, Kevin & Schaar-Harp,
Roberta; Lot 2 - 6 - 5 Staffords Add; Merz
St.; 13,280.00; $15,149.51; $1,869.51;
$1,869.51
9. Fire Station 2 Restroom Remodel Pro-
ject Acceptance: City Manager recommending
acceptance of the construction contract for the
Fire Station #2 – Restroom Remodel Project,
as completed by Mueller Construction. Upon
motion the documents were received and filed
and Resolution No. 12-16 Accepting the Fire
Station No. 2 - Restroom Remodel Project and
authorizing the payment to the contractor was
adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 12-16
ACCEPTING THE FIRE STATION NO. 2 –
RESTROOM REMODEL PROJECT AND
AUTHORIZING THE PAYMENT TO THE
CONTRACTOR
Whereas, the Public Improvement Contract
for the Fire Station No. 2 – Restroom Remodel
Project (the Project) has been completed by
the Contractor, Mueller Inc. Construction (Con-
tractor), the City Engineer has examined the
work and recommends that the Project be ac-
cepted; and
Whereas, the final contract amount for the
Project is $99,486.20; and
Whereas, the Contractor has previously
been paid $94,511.89, leaving a balance of
$4,974.31; and
Whereas, the City Council finds that the
recommendation of the City Engineer should
be accepted.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The recommendation of the City
Engineer is approved and the Project is hereby
accepted.
Section 2. The Finance Director is hereby
directed to pay to the Contractor the balance
of the retainage of $4,974.31 as provided in
Iowa Code chapter 573, and to pay such re-
tainage in accordance with the provisions of
Iowa Code chapter 573 or Iowa Code chapter
26.13.
Passed, approved and adopted this 19th
day of January, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
CITY ENGINEER’S CERTIFICATE OF FINAL
COMPLETION OF THE FIRE STATION NO. 2
- RESTROOM REMODEL PROJECT
The undersigned City Engineer of the City
of Dubuque, Iowa hereby certifies that he has
inspected the Fire Station No. 2 - Restroom
Remodel Project, and the said Project has
been performed in compliance with the terms
of the Public Improvement Contract, and that
the total cost of the completed work is
$111,986.20.
Dated this 12th day of January, 2016
/s/Gus Psihoyos, City Engineer
Filed in the office of the City Clerk in the
12th day of January, 2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
10. Elm Street Parking Lot Project ac-
ceptance: City Manager recommending ac-
ceptance of the construction contract for the
Elm Street Parking Lot Project, as completed
by Tschiggfrie Excavating. Upon motion the
documents were received and filed and Reso-
lution No. 13-16 Accepting the Elm Street
Parking Lot and authorizing the payment of the
contract amount to Tschiggfrie Excavating,
Inc., was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 13-16
ACCEPTING THE ELM STREET PARKING
LOT AND AUTHORIZING THE PAYMENT OF
THE CONTRACT AMOUNT TO TSCHIG-
GFRIE EXCAVATING, INC.
Whereas, the Public Improvement Contract
for the Elm Street Parking Lot (the Project) has
been completed and the City Engineer has
examined the work and filed a certificate stat-
ing that the Project has been completed ac-
cording to the terms of the Public Improvement
Book 146 Regular Session, January 19, 2016 12
Contract and that the City Engineer recom-
mends that the Project be accepted.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The recommendation of the City
Engineer is approved and the Project is hereby
accepted.
Section 2. The Finance Director is hereby
directed to pay to the Contractor from CIP 360-
2250 for the contract amount of $337,058.05
less any retained percentage provided for
therein as provided in Iowa Code chapter 573,
and to pay such retainage only in accordance
with the provisions of Iowa Code chapter 573.
Passed, approved and adopted this 19th
day of January, 2015.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
11. Acceptance of Permanent Easement
for Sanitary Sewer - 10246 Tyra Lane: City
Manager recommending acceptance of a per-
manent easement for sanitary sewer from
Mary Kay and Timothy J. Pancratz over prop-
erty at 12046 Tyra Lane in Dubuque County.
Upon motion the documents were received
and filed and Resolution No. 14-16 Accepting
a Grant of Permanent Easement for sanitary
sewer through, over and across part of Lot 1 of
Red Cedar Estate No. 2 in the County of
Dubuque, Iowa was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 14-16
ACCEPTING A GRANT OF PERMANENT
EASEMENT FOR SANITARY SEWER
THROUGH, OVER AND ACROSS PART OF
LOT 1 OF RED CEDAR ESTATES NO. 2 IN
THE COUNTY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
Whereas, Mary Kay and Timothy J. Pan-
cratz have executed a Permanent Easement
for Sanitary Sewer through, over and across
Part of Lot 1 of Red Cedar Estates No. 2 in the
County of Dubuque, Iowa.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The City Council of the City of
Dubuque, Iowa hereby approves of, accepts
and consents to the Grant of Permanent
Easement for Sanitary Sewer through, over
and across Part of Lot 1 of Red Cedar Estates
No. 2 in the County of Dubuque, Iowa from
Mary Kay and Timothy J. Pancratz, a copy of
which is attached hereto.
Section 2. The Mayor is hereby authorized
and directed to execute and acknowledge on
behalf of the City of Dubuque any instruments
in connection herewith.
Section 3. That the City Clerk be and is
hereby authorized and directed to record a
certified copy of this resolution in the offices of
the City Assessor, Dubuque County Recorder
and Dubuque County Auditor.
Passed, approved and adopted this 19th
day of January, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
12. Award of 30- and 42-Inch Sanitary
Sewer Force Main and Lift Station Assessment
and Rehabilitation Project: City Manager rec-
ommending authorization for the City to enter
into contract negotiations with Strand Associ-
ates to perform engineering consulting ser-
vices including, but not limited to, survey in-
spection, emergency response planning and
assessment of the City’s 30- and 42-inch sani-
tary sewer force mains and Terminal Street
and Cedar Street Lift Stations. Upon motion
the documents were received, filed and ap-
proved.
13. Property Tax Appeal Settlements -
Pape Grain Company: City Attorney recom-
mending approval of three property tax appeal
Stipulations of Settlement for properties owned
by Pape Grain Company. Upon motion the
documents were received, filed and approved.
14. Sewer Maintenance Foreman Classifi-
cation: City Manager recommending the crea-
tion a separate civil service classification for
the position of Sewer Maintenance Foreman
and approval to eliminate one Foreman posi-
tion in the Public Works Department and the
creation of one Sewer Maintenance Foreman
position in the Public Works Department. Upon
motion the documents were received, filed and
approved.
15. Plat of Survey of Lubben Place: Zoning
Advisory Commission recommending approval
of the Plat of Survey for Lubben Place (620-
628 Loras Blvd.) subject to waiving the lot area
requirement for Lot 1 and Lot 2. Upon motion
the documents were received and filed and
Resolution No. 15-16 Approving the Plat of
Survey of Lubben Place in the City of Dubu-
que, Iowa was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 15-16
APPROVING THE PLAT OF SURVEY OF
LUBBEN PLACE IN CITY OF DUBUQUE,
IOWA
Whereas, there has been filed with the City
Clerk a Plat of Survey Lubben Place in the city
of Dubuque, Iowa; and
Whereas, said Plat of Survey provides
2,083 square feet of lot area for Lot 1 and
2,190 square feet of lot area for Lot 2, where
3,000 feet of lot area is required by Section 11-
14 of Title 16 of the City of Dubuque Code of
Ordinances, Unified Development Code; and
Book 146 Regular Session, January 19, 2016 13
Whereas, said Plat of Survey has been ex-
amined by the Zoning Advisory Commission
and had its approval endorsed thereon; and
Whereas, said Plat of Survey has been ex-
amined by the City Council and they find that it
conforms to the statutes and ordinances relat-
ing thereto.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That Section 11-14 of Title 16 of
the City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances, Uni-
fied Development Code is waived to allow
2,083 square feet of lot area for Lot 1 and
2,190 square feet of lot area for Lot 2.
Section 2. That the Plat of Survey of Lub-
ben Place is hereby approved and the Mayor
and City Clerk are hereby authorized and di-
rected to endorse the approval of the City of
Dubuque, Iowa upon said Plat of Survey.
Passed, approved and adopted this 19th
day of February, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
16. International City/County Management
Association (ICMA): City Manager recom-
mending approval to execute the required
Governmental Money Purchase Plan and
Trust Adoption Agreement with the ICMA Re-
tirement Corporation. Upon motion the docu-
ments were received and filed and Resolution
No. 16-16 Approving the ICMA Retirement
Corporation Governmental Money Purchase
Plan & Trust Adoption Agreement - Plan Num-
ber 10-6876 was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 16-16
APPROVING THE ICMA RETIREMENT
CORPORATION GOVERNMENTAL MONEY
PURCHASE PLAN & TRUST ADOPTION
AGREEMENT - PLAN NUMBER 10-6876
Whereas, the Employer has established a
qualified retirement plan for such employees
that serves the interest of the Employer by
enabling it to provide reasonable retirement
security for its employees, by providing in-
creased flexibility in its personnel management
system, and by assisting in the attraction and
retention of competent personnel; and
Whereas, the Employer has determined
that the continuance of the qualified retirement
plan will serve these objectives.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA THAT:
Section 1. The Employer hereby amends
and restates the qualified retirement plan (the
“Plan”) in the form of the ICMA Retirement
Corporation Governmental Money Purchase
Plan & Trust.
Section 2. The assets of the Plan shall be
held in trust, with the Employer serving as trus-
tee (“Trustee”), for the exclusive benefit of
Plan participants and their beneficiaries, and
the assets shall not be diverted to any other
purpose. The Trustee’s beneficial ownership of
Plan assets held in VantageTrust shall be held
for the further exclusive benefit of the Plan
participants and their beneficiaries.
Section 3. The employer hereby agrees to
serve as Trustee under the Plan.
Section 4. The Employer hereby authorizes
the City Manager to execute all necessary
agreements with the ICMA Retirement Corpo-
ration incidental to the administration of the
Plan.
Passed, approved and adopted this 19th
day of January, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
17. Improvement Contracts / Performance,
Payment and Maintenance Bonds: Portzen
Construction, Inc., for Lower Bee Branch
Creek Overlook at 16th Street Detention Basin.
Upon motion the documents were received,
filed and approved.
18. Alcohol License Applications: City
Manager recommending approval of annual
beer, liquor and wine licenses as submitted.
Upon motion the documents were received
and filed and Resolution No. 17-16 Approving
applications for beer, liquor, and/or wine per-
mits, as required by City of Dubuque Code of
Ordinances Title 4 Business and License Reg-
ulations, Chapter 2 Liquor Control, Article B
Liquor, Beer and Wine Licenses and Permits
was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 17-16
APPROVING APPLICATIONS FOR BEER,
LIQUOR, AND/OR WINE PERMITS, AS RE-
QUIRED BY CITY OF DUBUQUE CODE OF
ORDINANCES TITLE 4 BUSINESS AND LI-
CENSE REGULATIONS, CHAPTER 2 LIQ-
UOR CONTROL, ARTICLE B LIQUOR,
BEER AND WINE LICENSES AND PERMITS
Whereas, applications for Beer, Liquor,
and or Wine Permits have been submitted and
filed with the City Council for approval and the
same have been examined and approved; and
Whereas, the premises to be occupied by
such applicants were inspected and found to
comply with the Ordinances of the City and the
applicants have filed the proper fees and
bonds and otherwise complied with the re-
quirements of the Code of Ordinances.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The City Clerk is hereby author-
ized and directed to cause to be issued the
noted permit types to the following applicants
Book 146 Regular Session, January 19, 2016 14
pending submission of the locally required
documentation:
Renewals
Dubuque Religious Center, 923 Main St.,
Class B Wine (Sunday)
El Paisano Grocery Store, 1543 Central Ave.,
Class B Beer (Sunday)
Mario’s, 1298 Main St., Class C Liquor (Sun-
day)
New
Dubuque Golf & Country Club, 1800 Randall
Pl., Class C Liquor (Outdoor) (Sunday)
Cuemaster Billiards, 900 Central Ave, Class C
Liquor (Sunday)
Passed, approved and adopted this 19th
day of January, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
ITEMS SET FOR PUBLIC HEARING
Motion by Lynch to receive and file the
documents, adopt the resolutions, set the pub-
lic hearings as indicated, and direct the City
Clerk to publish notice as prescribed by law.
Seconded by Resnick. Motion carried 6-0.
1. Lange Estate Urban Revitalization Plan:
City Manager recommending approval of reso-
lution directing the Lange Estates Urban Revi-
talization Plan (Applewood IV) be set for public
hearing on March 7, 2016. Upon motion the
documents were received and filed and Reso-
lution No. 18-16 Finding that the designation of
the Lange Estate Urban Revitalization Plan is
necessary to encourage needed housing and
residential development providing safe, afford-
able housing for the residents of the City of
Dubuque, Iowa and providing for a public hear-
ing thereon was adopted setting a public hear-
ing for a meeting to commence at 6:30 p.m. on
March 7, 2016 in the Historic Federal Building.
RESOLUTION NO. 18-15
FINDING THAT THE DESIGNATION OF THE
LANGE ESTATE URBAN REVITALIZATION
PLAN IS NECESSARY TO ENCOURAGE
NEEDED HOUSING AND RESIDENTIAL
DEVELOPMENT PROVIDING SAFE, AF-
FORDABLE HOUSING FOR THE RESI-
DENTS OF THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
AND PROVIDING FOR A PUBLIC HEARING
THEREON
Whereas, the City Council of the City of
Dubuque finds that the property at 3275 Penn-
sylvania Avenue is currently vacant and un-
derutilized, and
Whereas, Horizon has proposed to devel-
op the property and construct a 60-unit resi-
dential housing development for seniors and
requests the establishment of an urban revital-
ization district; and
Whereas, the area proposed for designa-
tion under the Urban Revitalization Act there is
need for public improvements related to hous-
ing; and the encouragement of housing and
residential development as defined by Section
404.1(5) of the Iowa Code; and
Whereas, Chapter 404 of the Code of Iowa
provides that a public hearing shall be held on
any proposed Urban Revitalization Area Plan.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the new construction for
housing development of the Property legally
described as:
Lot Two of Lange Estate in the County of
Dubuque, City of Dubuque, Iowa accord-
ing to the recorded plat thereof, is found
to be necessary and in the interest of res-
idents of the City.
Section 2. That the Lange Estate Urban
Revitalization Plan as proposed meets the
eligibility criteria of Chapter 404.1(5) of the
Code of Iowa, 2015.
Section 3. That the proposed Lange Estate
Urban Revitalization Area Plan attached here-
to, shall be a matter of record and shall be
available for public inspection in the office of
the City Clerk at City Hall, 50 West 13th Street,
Dubuque, Iowa.
Section 4. That the City, upon approval of
the Plan, shall provide urban revitalization tax
exemption to qualified applicants in designated
area.
Section 5. That the City is authorized and
directed to submit the Lange Estate Urban
Revitalization Area Plan to the City’s Long
Range Planning Advisory Commission for re-
view and comment.
Section 6. That the City Clerk is directed to
publish notice of a public hearing on the Lange
Estate Urban Revitalization Area Plan to be
held on March 7th, 2016 at 6:30 p.m. in the
City Council Chambers, 350 West 6th Street,
Dubuque, Iowa 52001.
Section 7. That the owners of record will be
notified by the thirtieth day prior to the public
hearing.
Passed, approved and adopted this 19th
day of January, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
2. Marquette Hall Urban Revitalization
Plan: City Manager recommending approval of
a resolution directing the Marquette Hall Urban
Revitalization Plan (Former Sacred Heart Ele-
mentary School) be set for public hearing on
March 7, 2016. Upon motion the documents
were received and filed and Resolution No. 19-
16 Finding that the designation of the Mar-
quette Hall Urban Revitalization Plan is neces-
sary in the interest of public health, safety, and
Book 146 Regular Session, January 19, 2016 15
welfare of the residents of the City of Dubu-
que, Iowa was adopted setting a public hear-
ing for a meeting to commence at 6:30 p.m. on
March 7, 2016 in the Historic Federal Building.
RESOLUTION NO. 19-16
FINDING THAT THE DESIGNATION OF THE
MARQUETTE HALL URBAN REVITALIZA-
TION PLAN IS NECESSARY IN THE INTER-
EST OF PUBLIC HEALTH, SAFETY, AND
WELFARE OF THE RESIDENTS OF THE
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
Whereas, the City Council of the City of
Dubuque finds that the property at 2222
Queen Street, (Property) is currently vacant
and underutilized, and Cohen-Esrey Affordable
Partners (Cohen-Esrey) has proposed to de-
velop the Property by rehabilitating the former
Sacred Heart Elementary School into 28 his-
toric and affordable senior apartments; and
Whereas, the City supports the develop-
ment and construction of housing and residen-
tial properties which provide quality, affordable
housing; and
Whereas, the Property is located in an ar-
ea eligible for the Urban Revitalization Tax
Exemption program; and
Whereas, in the area proposed for desig-
nation under the Urban Revitalization Act is an
area in which there is a predominance of build-
ings or improvements which by reason of age,
history, architecture or significance should be
preserved or restored to projective use Section
404.1(3) of the Iowa Code; and
Whereas, through the Urban Revitalization
Program, the Property is eligible to receive a
one hundred percent exemption from taxation
on the actual value added by the improve-
ments for a period of ten years so long as it is
assessed as residential property or assessed
as commercial property, if the commercial
property consists of three or more separate
living quarters with at least seventy-five per-
cent of the space used for residential purpos-
es.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The new construction housing
development at the Property legally described
as:
Lot #’s 31, 32, 33, 34 Sanford Sub., ac-
cording to the recorded plat thereof, is
deemed necessary and in the interest of
the residents of the City.
Section 2. That the City Council supports
the Cohen-Esrey’s Petition asking the Property
be designated an Urban Revitalization Area
and supports Cohen-Esrey’s efforts to receive
a tax credit award from the Iowa Finance Au-
thority for this Development.
Section 3. The City Council approves sup-
porting the project and authorizes staff to work
with the City Assessor to complete the form 5S
for the Developer’s submission to the Iowa
Finance Authority prior to the December 7,
2015 deadline for consideration.
Section 4. The proposed Development is
consistent with the City of Dubuque’s afforda-
ble housing strategies and goal to implement
the City’s comprehensive plan.
Section 5. That the City is authorized and
directed to submit the Marquette Hall Urban
Revitalization Area Plan to the City’s Long
Range Planning Advisory Commission for re-
view and comment.
Section 6. That the City Clerk is directed to
publish notice of a public hearing on the Mar-
quette Hall Urban Revitalization Area Plan to
be held on March 7, 2016 at 6:30 p.m. in the
City Council Chambers, 350 West 6th Street,
Dubuque, Iowa 52001.
Section 7. That the owners of record will be
notified by the thirtieth day prior to the public
hearing.
Passed, approved and adopted this 19th
day of January, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
3. Paragon Square Urban Revitalization
Plan: City Manager recommending approval of
a resolution directing the Paragon Square Ur-
ban Revitalization Plan (Former Holy Ghost
School) be set for public hearing on March 7,
2016. Upon motion the documents were re-
ceived and filed and Resolution No. 20-16
Finding that the designation of the Paragon
Square Urban Revitalization Plan is necessary
for rehabilitation and conservation of the here-
inafter described property and Urban Revitali-
zation Area is necessary in the interests of the
public health, safety, and welfare of the resi-
dents of the City was adopted setting a public
hearing for a meeting to commence at 6:30
p.m. on March 7, 2016 in the Historic Federal
Building.
RESOLUTION NO. 20-16
FINDING THAT THE DESIGNATION OF THE
PARAGON SQUARE URBAN REVITALIZA-
TION PLAN IS NECESSARY FOR REHABIL-
ITATION AND CONSERVATION OF THE
HERINAFTER DESCRIBED PROPERTY
AND URBAN REVITALIZATION AREA IS
NECESSARY IN THE INTERESTS OF THE
PUBLIC HEALTH, SAFETY, AND WELFARE
OF THE RESIDENTS OF THE CITY
Whereas, the City Council of the City of
Dubuque finds that the properties at 2887 -
2901 Central Avenue (Property) are currently
vacant and underutilized, and Frantz Commu-
nity Investors has proposed to rehabilitate the
Property and create 29 apartments and restore
both buildings on the proposed parcels to their
original historic significance; and
Book 146 Regular Session, January 19, 2016 16
Whereas, the City supports Economic De-
velopment, Historic Preservation, and pro-
motes Affordable Housing to benefit the citi-
zens of Dubuque; and
Whereas, the Property is located in an ar-
ea eligible for the Urban Revitalization Tax
Exemption program; and
Whereas, in the area proposed for desig-
nation under the Urban Revitalization Act there
is a predominance of buildings or improve-
ments which by reason of age, history, archi-
tecture or significance should be preserved or
restored to productive use as defined by Sec-
tion 404.1(3) of the Iowa Code; and
Whereas, through the Urban Revitalization
Program, the Property is eligible to receive a
one hundred percent exemption from taxation
on the actual value added by the improve-
ments for a period of ten years so long as it is
assessed as residential property or assessed
as commercial property, if the commercial
property consists of three or more separate
living quarters with at least seventy-five per-
cent of the space used for residential purpos-
es.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the rehabilitation of the
Property legally described as
2887 Central Avenue – Lot 2 – I Paragon
Square, Dubuque, Iowa
2901 Central Avenue – Lot 1 – I Paragon
Square, Dubuque, Iowa according to the
recorded plat thereof is deemed neces-
sary in the interest the residents of the
City.
Section 2. That the City Council supports
Frantz Community Investors’ Petition that 2887
- 2901 Central Avenue be designated a Urban
Revitalization Area and supports the develop-
er’s efforts to receive a tax credit award from
the Iowa Finance Authority for this Develop-
ment.
Section 3. That the City Council approve
the resolution supporting he project and au-
thorize staff to work with the City Assessor to
complete the form 5S for submission by De-
veloper prior to December 7, 2015 deadline for
consideration.
Section 4. That the proposed Development
is consistent with the City of Dubuque’s afford-
able housing strategies and its goal to imple-
ment its comprehensive plan.
Section 5. That the City is authorized and
directed to submit the Paragon Square Urban
Revitalization Area Plan to the City’s Long
Range Planning Advisory Commission for re-
view and comment.
Section 6. That the City Clerk is directed to
publish notice of a public hearing on the Para-
gon Square Urban Revitalization Area Plan to
be held on March 7, 2016 at 6:30 p.m. in the
City Council Chambers, 350 West 6th Street,
Dubuque, Iowa 52001.
Section 7. That the owners of record will be
notified by the thirtieth day prior to the public
hearing.
Passed, approved and adopted this 19th
day of January, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
4. University Lofts Urban Revitalization
Plan: City Manager recommending approval of
a resolution directing the University Lofts Ur-
ban Revitalization Plan (Nativity School) be set
for public hearing on March 7, 2016. Upon
motion the documents were received and filed
and Resolution No. 21-16 Finding that the des-
ignation of the University Lofts Urban Revitali-
zation Plan is necessary to encourage needed
housing and residential development providing
safe, affordable housing for the residents of
the City of Dubuque was adopted setting a
public hearing for a meeting to commence at
6:30 p.m. on March 7, 2016 in the Historic
Federal Building.
RESOLUTION NO. 21-16
FINDING THAT THE DESIGNATION OF THE
UNIVERSITY LOFTS URBAN REVITALIZA-
TION PLAN IS NECESSARY TO ENCOUR-
AGE NEEDED HOUSING AND RESIDEN-
TIAL DEVELOPMENT PROVIDING SAFE,
AFFORDABLE HOUSING FOR THE RESI-
DENTS OF THE CITY OF DUBUQUE
Whereas, the City Council of the City of
Dubuque finds that the properties at Parcel
ID# 1025101003, part of a 5.48-acre tract cur-
rently conveyed to Church of the Nativity, be-
ginning at the intersection of the north right-of-
way line of University Avenue with the westerly
right-of-way of Alta Vista Street (Property)
which MV Residential Development has pro-
posed to develop the Property and create 56
units of senior multi-family housing; and
Whereas, the City supports the develop-
ment and construction of housing and residen-
tial properties which provide quality, affordable
housing; and
Whereas, the Property is located in an ar-
ea eligible for the Urban Revitalization Tax
Exemption program; and
Whereas, in the area proposed for desig-
nation under the Urban Revitalization Act there
is a predominance of buildings or improve-
ments which by reason of age, history, archi-
tecture or significance should be preserved or
restored to productive use as defined by Sec-
tion 404.1(5) of the Iowa Code; and
Whereas, through the Urban Revitalization
Program, the Property is eligible to receive a
one hundred percent exemption from taxation
on the actual value added by the improve-
ments for a period of ten years so long as it is
Book 146 Regular Session, January 19, 2016 17
assessed as residential property or assessed
as commercial property, if the commercial
property consists of three or more separate
living quarters with at least seventy-five per-
cent of the space used for residential purpos-
es.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the rehabilitation of the
Property legally described as:
Being part of a 5.48-acre tract currently
conveyed to Church of the Nativity (current
Parcel ID# 1025101003), Dubuque County,
Iowa and more particularly described as
follows:
Beginning at the intersection of the
north right-of-way line of University Avenue
with the westerly right-of-way of Alta Vista
Street;
Thence from said point of beginning,
with said north right-of-way line, South
79º00’00” West, for a distance of 224.71
feet,
Thence leaving said right-of-way line,
on the following three (3) courses and dis-
tances:
1. North 9°00'00 West, for a distance of
99.95 feet;
2. North 34°00'00" West, for a distance
of 190.96 feet;
3. North 58°00'00" East, for a distance
of 177.42 feet to the aforemen-
tioned westerly right-of-way of Alta
Vista Street;
Thence with said right-of-way line,
South 32º00’00” East, for a distance of
362.45 feet to the point of beginning, con-
taining approximately 1.36 +/- acres and
being subject to any easements, re-
strictions, covenants, ordinances, or
agreements of record. This legal descrip-
tion is not based on field verified boundary
or boundary retracement survey;
is deemed necessary in the interest the
residents of the City.
Section 2. That the City Council supports
MV Residential Development’s Petition that
the Property be designated a Urban Revitaliza-
tion Area and supports the developer’s efforts
to receive a tax credit award from the Iowa
Finance Authority for this Development.
Section 3. That the City Council approve
the resolution supporting he project and au-
thorize staff to work with the City Assessor to
complete the form 5S for submission by De-
veloper prior to December 7, 2015 deadline for
consideration.
Section 4. That the proposed Development
is consistent with the City of Dubuque’s afford-
able housing strategies and its goal to imple-
ment its comprehensive plan.
Section 5. That the City is authorized and
directed to submit the University Lofts Urban
Revitalization Area Plan to the City’s Long
Range Planning Advisory Commission for re-
view and comment.
Section 6. That the City Clerk is directed to
publish notice of a public hearing on the Uni-
versity Lofts Urban Revitalization Area Plan to
be held on March 7, 2016 at 6:30 p.m. in the
City Council Chambers, 350 West 6th Street,
Dubuque, Iowa 52001; and
Section 7. That the owners of record will be
notified by the thirtieth day prior to the public
hearing.
Passed, approved and adopted this 19th
day of January, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
BOARDS/COMMISSIONS
Application to the following Commission
was reviewed at this meeting. The applicant
was invited to address the City Council regard-
ing his desire to serve on the following
Boards/Commissions.
1. Historic Preservation Commission: One,
3-year term through July 1, 2016 (Vacant term
of McDonell - Jackson Park District). Applicant:
Alfred P. Kopczyk, 1320 Locust St. (qualifies
for the Jackson Park District). Mr. Kopczyk
spoke in support of his appointment and dis-
tributed his resume.
Appointments were made to the following
Boards/Commissions.
2. Housing Code Appeals Board: One, 3-
year term through January 11, 2019 (Expiring
term of White). One, 3-year term through Jan-
uary 11, 2018 (Vacant term of Miller). Appli-
cants: Robert Schaub, 1745 Embassy West;
Ron White, 3197 Highland Park Dr. Upon roll-
call vote (Jones, Rios, Resnick, Connors, Del
Toro, Lynch) Ron White was appointed to a 3-
year term through January 11, 2019.
Motion by Resnick to appoint Robert
Schaub to a 3-year term through January 11,
2018. Seconded by Lynch. Motion carried 6-0.
3. Human Rights Commission: Three, 3-
year terms through January 1, 2019 (Expiring
terms of Fisher, LoGuidice and Stone). Appli-
cants: Sara Fisher, 3045 Kaufmann Ave.; An-
gela Jones, 2413 Pearl St.; Adrienne Scott,
1365 Solon St.; R.R.S. Stewart, 460 Summit
St.. Upon roll-call vote Sara Fisher, Angela
Jones, and Adrienne Scott were appointed to
3-year terms through January 1, 2019. (Fisher
– Jones, Rios, Resnick, Connors, Del Toro,
Book 146 Regular Session, January 19, 2016 18
Lynch); (Jones – Jones, Rios, Resnick Con-
nors Del Toro, Lynch); (Scott – Jones, Res-
nick, Connors, Lynch); (Stewart – Resnick, Del
Toro).
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Upon motion the rules were suspended al-
lowing anyone present to address the City
Council on the following items.
1. Intent to Dispose of 2300 Jackson
Street: Proof of publication on notice of public
hearing to consider disposing of City-owned
real estate at 2300 Jackson Street to Tami M.
Paisley and the City Manager recommending
approval. Motion by Connors to receive and
file the documents and adopt Resolution No.
22-16 Disposing of City interest in real proper-
ty located at 2300 Jackson Street in the City of
Dubuque, Iowa. Seconded by Del Toro. Motion
carried 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 22-16
DISPOSING OF CITY INTEREST IN REAL
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2300 JACKSON
STREET, IN THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
Whereas, the City Council, by Resolution
No. 7-16, dated January 4, 2016, declared its
intent to dispose of City interest in real proper-
ty located at 2300 Jackson Street, legally de-
scribed as:
Lot 2 of Lot 63 in L.H. Langworthy’s Addi-
tion in the City of Dubuque, Iowa accord-
ing to the recorded plat thereof (the
Property); and
Whereas, pursuant to published notice, a
public hearing was held on the proposed dis-
position on January 19, 2016 at 6:30 p.m. in
the Historic Federal Building, 350 W. 6th
Street, Dubuque, Iowa; and
Whereas, it is the determination of the City
Council that approval of the purchase agree-
ment for the sale to Tami Paisley according to
the terms and conditions set out in the pur-
chase agreement is in the public interest of the
City of Dubuque.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA;
Section 1. The purchase agreement by and
between the City of Dubuque and Tami Pais-
ley for the sale of the Property, a copy at-
tached hereto, is hereby approved.
Section 2. The Mayor and City Clerk are
hereby authorized and directed to execute a
Special Warranty Deed, conveying the City’s
interest in the Property to Tami Paisley.
Section 3. That the City Clerk is hereby au-
thorized and directed to cause said Special
Warranty Deed to be delivered to the City At-
torney’s Office, together with a certified copy of
the Resolution.
Passed, approved, and adopted this 19th
day of January, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
2. SW Arterial Right of Way Property Ac-
quisition: Proof of publication on notice of pub-
lic hearing on the intent to commence a public
improvement project and to establish Just
Compensation Valuation (Fair Market Value)
of necessary right-of-way property which the
City intends to acquire or condemn, if required,
for the Southwest Arterial Project and the City
Manager recommending approval. Motion by
Lynch to receive and file the documents and
adopt Resolution No. 23-16 (as amended)
Establishing the fair market value of real prop-
erty for the Southwest Arterial Project, direct-
ing good faith negotiations for the acquisition
of property and authorizing the commence-
ment of Eminent Domain Proceedings, if nec-
essary, to acquire property. Seconded by
Resnick. Responding to questions from the
City Council, Assistant City Engineer Bob
Schiesl explained the difference between the
land being purchased and the area covered by
the easement. Motion carried 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 23-16
ESTABLISHING THE FAIR MARKET VALUE
OF REAL PROPERTY FOR THE SOUTH-
WEST ARTERIAL PROJECT, DIRECTING
GOOD FAITH NEGOTIATIONS FOR THE
ACQUISITION OF PROPERTY AND AU-
THORIZING THE COMMENCEMENT OF EM-
INENT DOMAIN PROCEEDINGS, IF NEC-
ESSARY, TO ACQUIRE PROPERTY
Whereas, the City of Dubuque (City) has
caused to be made appraisals of the proper-
ties described below for the Southwest Arterial
Project and the Just Compensation Valuation
(Fair Market Value) for the properties are listed
below; and
Whereas, the legal description of each of
the properties to be acquired, the owners and
the Just Compensation Valuation (Fair Market
Value) of each of the properties is listed below;
and
Whereas, the City Council has conducted a
public hearing on the approval of the final loca-
tion and alignment of the Southwest Arterial
Project, approved the project and the acquisi-
tion of all or a part of the property listed below
for the Southwest Arterial Project:
Parcel No., Property Owner, Land Type,
Current Land Use, Fee Title (Acres), Perm
Easement (Acres), Just Compensation Value
104, Kluck Partnership as described per
Exhibit A, Business, Agricultural, Total
Acquisition, $ 190,000
105, Thomas and David Kluck as de-
scribed per Exhibit B, Business, Busi-
ness, Total Acquisition, $ 520,000
Book 146 Regular Session, January 19, 2016 19
114, William & Janet Siegert as described
per Exhibit C, Commercial, Agricultural,
37.63, 3.34, $ 780,277 and;
Whereas, Iowa law requires that the City
make a good faith effort to negotiate with the
owners regarding the purchase before pro-
ceeding with condemnation; and
Whereas, the City may not make an offer
to purchase a property which is less than the
Just Compensation Valuation (Fair Market
Value) established for the property; and
Whereas, the City Council now desires to
establish the Just Compensation Valuation
(Fair Market Value) for each of the properties;
and
Whereas, the City wishes to acquire the
properties listed for the Southwest Arterial
Project by good faith negotiation or eminent
domain proceedings, if necessary.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. The Just Compensation Valuation
(Fair Market Value) of each of the properties
listed above is hereby established to be the
amount of its appraised value as listed above.
Section 2. The City Manager is directed to
enter into good faith negotiations for the acquisi-
tion for each of the above properties, and, if
necessary, commence eminent domain pro-
ceedings to acquire the properties.
Passed, approved and adopted this 19th day
of January, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
3. Roasting Solutions, LLC - Development
Agreement and Property Acquisition: Proof of
publication on notice of public hearing to ap-
prove the Development Agreement between
the City of Dubuque and Roasting Solutions,
LLC for the acquisition of 12.03 acres and a
$3.2 million capital investment in a new 34,000
square-foot facility employing 17 full-time
equivalent positions in the Dubuque Industrial
Center South and the City Manager recom-
mending approval. Motion by Lynch to receive
and file the documents and adopt Resolution
No. 24-16 Approving a Development Agree-
ment by and between the City of Dubuque,
Iowa and Roasting Solutions, LLC providing
for the sale of Lot 1 of Dubuque Industrial Cen-
ter South Second Addition in the City of Dubu-
que, Iowa. Seconded by Connors. Dan
McDonald of Greater Dubuque Development
Corporation spoke to the history of family-
owned businesses in Dubuque. Roasting Solu-
tions Developer/Owner Michael Gantz provid-
ed information on the Gantz family’s commit-
ment to the project and responded to ques-
tions about the progression of creating full-time
jobs associated with the project. Motion carried
6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 24-16
APPROVING A DEVELOPMENT AGREE-
MENT BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA AND ROASTING SOLU-
TIONS, LLC PROVIDING FOR THE SALE OF
LOT 1 OF DUBUQUE INDUSTRIAL CENTER
SOUTH SECOND ADDITION IN THE CITY
OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
Whereas, the City Council, by Resolution
No. 6-16, dated January 4, 2016, declared its
intent to enter into a Development Agreement
with Roasting Solutions, LLC for the sale of Lot
1 of Dubuque Industrial Center South Second
Addition in the City of Dubuque, Iowa (the
Property); and
Whereas, pursuant to published notice, a
public hearing was held on the proposed dis-
position on January 19, 2016 at 6:30 p.m. in
the City Council Chambers at the Historic
Federal building, 350 W. 6th Street, Dubuque,
Iowa; and
Whereas, City and Roasting Solutions,
LLC have revised the Development Agreement
as described in the Memorandum from the City
manager to the City Council dated January 14,
2016, attached hereto; and
Whereas, it is the determination of the City
Council that approval of the Development
Agreement, as revised, for the sale to and
development of the Property by Roasting Solu-
tions, LLC according to the terms and condi-
tions set out in the Development Agreement is
in the public interest of the City of Dubuque.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the Development Agree-
ment by and between the City of Dubuque and
Roasting Solutions, LLC, as revised, a copy of
which is attached hereto, including the sale of
Lot 1 of Dubuque Industrial Center South Sec-
ond Addition in the City of Dubuque, Iowa is
hereby approved.
Section 2. That the Mayor is hereby au-
thorized and directed to execute the Develop-
ment Agreement on behalf of the City of
Dubuque and the City Clerk is authorized and
directed to attest to his signature.
Section 3. That the Mayor and City Clerk
are hereby authorized and directed to execute
and deliver a Special Warranty Deed for the
Property as provided in the Development
Agreement.
Section 4. That the City Manager is author-
ized to take such actions as are necessary to
comply with the terms of the Development
Agreement as herein approved.
Passed, approved and adopted this 19th
day of January, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Book 146 Regular Session, January 19, 2016 20
Upon motion the rules were reinstated lim-
iting discussion to the City Council.
ACTION ITEMS
1. Request for Work Session - Levee
Breach Prevention and Preparedness Activi-
ties: City Manager recommending the City
Council schedule a Work Session for March 7,
2016, at 5:00 p.m. on the levee breach preven-
tion and preparedness activities of the John C.
Culver Floodwall flood protection system. Mo-
tion by Connors to receive and file the docu-
ments and set the work session as recom-
mended. Seconded by Resnick. Motion carried
6-0.
2. Request for Work Session - EPA Con-
sent Decree Status Report: City Manager rec-
ommending the City Council schedule a Work
Session for Monday, March 21, 2016, at 5:00
p.m. on the EPA Consent Decree. Motion by
Lynch to receive and file the documents and
set the work session as recommended. Se-
conded by Connors. Motion carried 6-0.
3. Request for Work Session - Sustainable
Dubuque Quarterly Report: City Manager rec-
ommending the City Council schedule the
Quarterly Sustainable Dubuque Work Session
for April 4, 2016, at 5:00 p.m. Motion by Lynch
to receive and file the documents and set the
work session as recommended. Seconded by
Rios. Motion carried 6-0.
4. Request for Work Session - Inclusive
Dubuque Quarterly Report: City Manager rec-
ommending the City Council schedule the
quarterly Inclusive Dubuque Work Session for
April 18, 2016, at 5:15 p.m. Motion by Connors
to receive and file the documents and set the
work session as recommended. Seconded by
Del Toro. Motion carried 6-0.
There being no further business, upon mo-
tion the City Council adjourned at 6:58 p.m.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, CMC, City Clerk
Book 146 Special and Regular Sessions, February 1, 2016 21
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
SPECIAL SESSION
OFFICIAL
The Dubuque City Council met in special
session at 5:00 p.m. on February 1, 2016 in
the Historic Federal Building, 350 W. 6th
Street.
Present: Mayor Buol; Council Members
Connors, Del Toro, Jones, Lynch, Resnick,
Rios; City Manager Van Milligen, City Attorney
Lindahl
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
Community Engagement.
WORK SESSION
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Human Rights Director Kelly Larson,
Community Engagement Coordinator Nikola
Pavelic, Community Development Specialist
Jerelyn O’Connor, and Sustainable Communi-
ty Coordinator Cori Burbach presented a pro-
gress report on planning, implementing and
evaluating staff’s community engagement work
and gathered City Council input on the pro-
gress. Topics included
• Word Definitions: governance, communi-
ty engagement, community engagement
focus area, community engagement type
• Work done: team, audience, goals, risk,
communication
• Project Updates
• Reminder of the community engagement
planning
• Explanation of community engagement
evaluation proposal
• Overview of 2 recently finished communi-
ty engagement projects: Budget Com-
munity Engagement; Health Improve-
ment Plan
• Resilient Community Advisory Commis-
sion update
• Developing a Community Engagement
Action Plan
• Value to residents
The City Council had a question/answer
period with staff during which it was suggested
that a database be developed to include per-
sons who have inquired with the city about a
specific topic and invite them to a future ses-
sion related to that topic.
There being no further business, upon mo-
tion the City Council adjourned at 6:05 p.m.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, CMC, City Clerk
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
REGULAR SESSION
OFFICIAL
The Dubuque City Council met in regular
session at 6:30 p.m. on February 1, 2016 in
the Historic Federal Building, 350 W. 6th
Street.
Present: Mayor Buol; Council Members
Connors, Del Toro, Jones, Lynch, Resnick,
Rios; City Manager Van Milligen, City Attorney
Lindahl
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
CONSENT ITEMS
Motion by Lynch to receive and file the
documents, adopt the resolutions, and dispose
of as indicated. Seconded by Jones. Motion
carried 7-0.
1. Minutes and Reports Submitted: City
Council Proceedings of 1/19; Sister City Rela-
tionships Advisory Commission of 1/20; Proof
of Publication for City Council Proceedings of
1/4. Upon motion the documents were re-
ceived and filed.
2. Notice of Claims and Suits: Charles Ja-
cobs for vehicle damage. Upon motion the
documents were received, filed and referred to
the City Attorney.
3. Disposition of Claims: City Attorney ad-
vising that the following claims have been re-
ferred to Public Entity Risk Services of Iowa,
the agent for the Iowa Communities Assurance
Pool: Charles Jacobs for vehicle damage. Up-
on motion the documents were received, filed
and concurred.
4. Arts and Cultural Affairs Operating Sup-
port and Special Projects Grant Program Modi-
fications: City Manager recommending several
modifications to the Operating Support and
Special Projects Grant programs offered
through the Arts and Cultural Affairs Advisory
Commission. Upon motion the documents
were received, filed and approved.
5. Sustainable Dubuque Community Grant
Recommendations: City Manager recommend-
ing approval of five grant requests from the
Book 146 Regular Session, February 1, 2016 22
Sustainable Dubuque Community Grant pro-
gram. Upon motion the documents were re-
ceived, filed and approved.
6. Roasting Solutions, LLC - Accepting
Grant of Temporary Easements: City Manager
recommending acceptance of a Grant of Tem-
porary Easements for Sanitary Sewer Utility
Construction under and across the site that
Roasting Solutions, LLC purchased in Dubu-
que Industrial Center South. Upon motion the
documents were received and filed and Reso-
lution No. 25-16 Accepting a Grant of Tempo-
rary Easements for Sanitary Sewer Utility
Construction through, under and across part of
Lot 1 of Dubuque Industrial Center South Sec-
ond Addition in the City of Dubuque, Iowa was
adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 25-16
ACCEPTING A GRANT OF TEMPORARY
EASEMENTS FOR SANITARY SEWER UTIL-
ITY CONSTRUCTION THROUGH, UNDER
AND ACROSS PART OF LOT 1 OF DUBU-
QUE INDUSTRIAL CENTER SOUTH SEC-
OND ADDITION IN THE CITY OF DUBUQUE,
IOWA
Whereas, Roasting Solutions, LLC and the
City of Dubuque, Iowa entered into a Devel-
opment Agreement dated for reference pur-
poses the 14th day of January, 2016; and
Whereas, Roasting Solutions, LLC has ex-
ecuted a Temporary Easement for Sanitary
Sewer Utility Construction, a copy of which is
attached hereto, through, under and across
the following described real estate situated in
Dubuque, Iowa to wit:
Lot 1 of Dubuque Industrial Center South
Second Addition in the City of Dubuque,
Iowa
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The City Council of the City of
Dubuque, Iowa hereby approves of, accepts
and consents to the Grant of Temporary
Easements for Sanitary Sewer Utility Con-
struction attached hereto.
Section 2. The Mayor is hereby authorized
and directed to execute and acknowledge on
behalf of the City of Dubuque any instruments
in connection herewith.
Passed, approved and adopted this 1st day
of February, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
7. Economic Development Administration
(EDA) Technical Assistance Program: City
Manager transmitting a letter of support for the
East Central Intergovernmental Association
(ECIA) and Blackhawk Hills Council of Gov-
ernments application to the Economic Devel-
opment Administration's (EDA) Technical As-
sistance program to complete a comprehen-
sive freight study in an eight-county region in
Illinois and Iowa. Upon motion the documents
were received and filed.
8. Pre-Annexation Agreement - John &
Gayle Hancock: City Manager recommending
approval of a Pre-Annexation Agreement with
John F. and Gayle M. Hancock, property own-
ers in the Twin Ridge Subdivision. Upon mo-
tion the documents were received and filed
and Resolution No. 26-16 Approving a Pre-
Annexation Agreement between the City of
Dubuque, Iowa and John F. and Gayle M.
Hancock was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 26-16
APPROVING A PRE-ANNEXATION
AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA AND JOHN F. AND
GAYLE M. HANCOCK
Whereas, John F. and Gayle M. Hancock,
the owners of the following described property
in Dubuque County, Iowa (the Property) have
submitted to the City Council of the City of
Dubuque an application for voluntary annexa-
tion of the Property to the City of Dubuque:
Lot 13 Block 1 Twin Ridge Subdivision
No. 3, Dubuque County, Iowa
Whereas, John F. and Gayle M. Hancock,
have entered into a Pre-annexation Agreement
with the City of Dubuque a copy of which is
attached hereto governing the future annexa-
tion of the Property; and
Whereas, the Property is not subject to an
existing annexation moratorium; and
Whereas, the Property does not include
any state or railroad property; and
Whereas, Iowa Code Section 368.7 author-
izes the voluntary annexation of property in
Dubuque County, Iowa and the extension of
city limits by voluntary annexation; and
Whereas, the annexation of the Property is
consistent with the Comprehensive Plan of the
City of Dubuque, necessary for the future or-
derly growth and development of the City of
Dubuque, and will promote efficient and cost
effective extension of municipal services; and
Whereas, the City Council finds that the
annexation of the Property is in the public in-
terest.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The Pre-annexation Agreement
by and between John F. and Gayle M. Han-
cock and the City of Dubuque is hereby ap-
proved.
Passed, approved and adopted this 1st day
of February, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Book 146 Regular Session, February 1, 2016 23
9. Hartig III, LLC to Hartig IV, LLC Assign-
ment: City Manager recommending approval
of the Assignment of Development Agreement
and Consent to Transfer for Hartig III, LLC to
Hartig IV, LLC related to property at 703 Main
Street. Upon motion the documents were re-
ceived and filed and Resolution No. 27-16
Approving the Assignment of Development
Agreement and Consent to Transfer between
the City of Dubuque, Iowa Hartig Realty III,
LLC and Hartig Realty IV, LLC was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 27-16
APPROVING THE ASSIGNMENT OF DE-
VELOPMENT AGREEMENT AND CONSENT
TO TRANSFER BETWEEN THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA HARTIG REALTY III, LLC,
AND HARTIG REALTY IV, LLC
Whereas, the City of Dubuque, Iowa en-
tered into a Development Agreement with Har-
tig Realty III, LLC dated September 21, 2006;
and
Whereas, Hartig Realty III, LLC assigned
its rights and responsibilities under the Devel-
opment Agreement and deeded the property
bound by the Development Agreement to Har-
tig Realty IV, LLC on December 22, 2015; and
Whereas, Hartig Realty III, LLC has re-
quested approval of its Assignment of the De-
velopment Agreement and Consent to Trans-
fer, as allowed in Section 4.10 of the Devel-
opment Agreement; and
Whereas, the City Council of the City of
Dubuque finds that the City of Dubuque should
consent to the assignment and transfer.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The City of Dubuque hereby ap-
proves the Assignment of Development
Agreement and Consent to Transfer, a copy of
which is attached hereto.
Section 2. The Mayor is authorized and di-
rected to sign the Assignment of Development
Agreement and Consent to Transfer on behalf
of the City of Dubuque.
Passed, approved and adopted this 1st day
of February, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
10. Iowa Economic Development Authority
- Amendment No. 8 for Caradco and Linseed
Oil Paintworks Buildings: City Manager rec-
ommending approval of Amendment 8 to the
CDBG Contract for Caradco and Linseed Oil
Paintworks Buildings to correct reporting lan-
guage. Upon motion the documents were re-
ceived, filed and approved.
11. Human Rights Commission Fiscal Year
2015 Annual Report: City Manager transmit-
ting the Human Rights Commission's Fiscal
Year 2015 annual report. Upon motion the
documents were received and filed.
12. Restrictive Covenant - 2008 Foye
Street: City Manager recommending approval
of a Resolution attaching a Restrictive Cove-
nant to the property at 2008 Foye Street that
requires owner-occupancy for a 21-year peri-
od. Upon motion the documents were received
and filed and Resolution No. 28-16 Attaching
an Owner Occupancy Restrictive Covenant to
real estate at 2008 Foye Street, Dubuque,
Iowa was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 28-16
ATTACHING AN OWNER OCCUPANCY RE-
STRICTIVE COVENANT TO REAL ESTATE
AT 2008 FOYE STREET, DUBUQUE, IOWA
Whereas, the City currently owns the prop-
erty at 2008 Foye Street; and
Whereas, the City desires to attach a re-
strictive covenant to 2008 Foye Street prior to
disposal of said real estate; and
Whereas, the City intends to dispose of
said real estate in the near future and the City
desires said real estate to be owner-occupied
for a period of twenty one years after the sale.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The City Council of the City of
Dubuque approves the attached restrictive
covenant for 2008 Foye Street, legally de-
scribed as:
East 24 feet of Lot 22 in Cox’s Addition to
Dubuque, Iowa – 2008 Foye Street
Section 2. The Mayor is hereby authorized
and directed to sign this Resolution and the
Restrictive Covenant for the above described
real estate.
Section 3. The City is Clerk is hereby au-
thorized and directed to provide a certified
copy of this Resolution to the City Attorney’s
Office for recording in the Office of the Dubu-
que County Recorder.
Passed, approved and adopted this 1st day
of February, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
13. Liberty Subdivision Acceptance of
Subdivision Improvements: City Manager rec-
ommending acceptance of the public im-
provements that the developer, Graceland
LLC, has recently completed in Liberty Subdi-
vision. Upon motion the documents were re-
ceived and filed and Resolution No. 29-16
Accepting public improvements in Liberty Sub-
division in the City of Dubuque, Iowa was
adopted.
Book 146 Regular Session, February 1, 2016 24
RESOLUTION NO. 29-16
ACCEPTING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS IN
LIBERTY SUBDIVISION IN THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA
Whereas, pursuant to Resolution 2-12, cer-
tain public improvements including street pav-
ing with curb, sidewalk ramps, sanitary sewer
main, water main, storm sewers and catch
basins, fiber optics conduit, street lighting, and
storm water detention facilities were installed
by the developer of Liberty Subdivision in the
City of Dubuque, Iowa; and
Whereas, the improvements have been
completed and the City Manager has exam-
ined the work and has filed a certificate stating
that the same has been completed in accord-
ance with the plans approved by the City
Council and in conformance with City specifi-
cations, and has recommended that the im-
provements be accepted by the City Council.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the recommendation of the
City Manager be approved and that said public
improvements in Liberty Subdivision be and
the same is hereby accepted.
Section 2. That maintenance of said public
improvements shall be the responsibility of the
owners, Graceland LLC, for a period of two (2)
years from the date of this resolution.
Passed, approved and adopted this 1st day
of February, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
14. Dubuque Metropolitan Area Solid
Waste Agency (DMASWA): Correspondence
from the DMASWA notifying the City of the
Agency's Fiscal Year 2017 budget and fee
schedule effective July 1, 2016. Upon motion
the documents were received and filed.
15. Harvard Kennedy School - Innovations
in American Government Award: City Manager
transmitting an update on the City of Dubu-
que’s 2015 application for the Innovations in
American Government Award from the Har-
vard Kennedy School. Upon motion the docu-
ments were received and filed.
16. Signed Contracts: Cooperative Winter
Road Maintenance Agreement with Dubuque
County; IDOT 2015-2016 Supplemental
Agreement for Maintenance and Repair of
Primary Roads in Municipalities; City of Dubu-
que Parking Lease Agreement with Sacred
Heart Church/Holy Spirit Parish. Upon motion
the documents were received and filed.
17. Alcohol Compliance Civil Penalty for
Alcohol License Holder – Casey's General
Store #2421: City Manager recommending
approval of the Acknowledgment/Settlement
Agreement for an alcohol compliance violation
for Casey's General Store #2421, 4003 Peru
Road. Upon motion the documents were re-
ceived, filed and approved.
18. Tobacco Compliance – Civil Penalty for
Tobacco License Holder – Casey's General
Store #2421: City Manager recommending
approval of the Acknowledgement/Settlement
Agreement for a tobacco compliance violation
for Casey's General Store #2421, 4003 Peru
Road. Upon motion the documents were re-
ceived, filed and approved.
19. Alcohol License Applications: City
Manager recommending approval of annual
beer, liquor and wine licenses as submitted.
Upon motion the documents were received
and filed and Resolution No. 30-16 Approving
applications for beer, liquor, and/or wine per-
mits, as required by City of Dubuque Code of
Ordinances Title 4 Business and License Reg-
ulations, Chapter 2 Liquor Control, Article B
Liquor, Beer and Wine Licenses and Permits
was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 30-16
APPROVING APPLICATIONS FOR BEER,
LIQUOR, AND/OR WINE PERMITS, AS RE-
QUIRED BY CITY OF DUBUQUE CODE OF
ORDINANCES TITLE 4 BUSINESS AND LI-
CENSE REGULATIONS, CHAPTER 2 LIQ-
UOR CONTROL, ARTICLE B LIQUOR,
BEER AND WINE LICENSES AND PERMITS
Whereas, applications for Beer, Liquor,
and or Wine Permits have been submitted and
filed with the City Council for approval and the
same have been examined and approved; and
Whereas, the premises to be occupied by
such applicants were inspected and found to
comply with the Ordinances of the City and the
applicants have filed the proper fees and
bonds and otherwise complied with the re-
quirements of the Code of Ordinances.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The City Clerk is hereby author-
ized and directed to cause to be issued the
noted permit types to the following applicants
pending submission of the locally required
documentation:
Renewals
Dollar General Store #10074, 2400 Gateway
Dr., Class C Beer, Class B Wine (Sunday)
Dollar General Store #6896, 605 W. Locust
St., Class C Beer, Class B Wine (Sunday)
Dollar General Store #7289, 3250 Kennedy
Cir. Suite 9, Class C Beer, Class B Wine
(Sunday)
Fife's, 1113 Main St., Class C Liquor
Book 146 Regular Session, February 1, 2016 25
Gin Rickey’s, 1447 Central Ave., Class C Liq-
uor (Sunday)
Hartig Drug Company #8, 1600 University
Ave., Class E Liquor, Class B Wine, Class
C Beer (Sunday)
Hartig Drug Company #4, 2225 Central Ave.,
Class E Liquor, Class B Wine, Class C
Beer (Sunday)
Pusateris, 2400 Central Ave., Class C Liquor
(Sunday)
The Richards House B&B, 1492 Locust St.,
Class B Native Wine (Living Qtrs.) (Sun-
day)
Passed, approved and adopted this 1st day
of February, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
ITEMS SET FOR PUBLIC HEARING
Motion by Lynch to receive and file the
documents, adopt the resolutions, set the pub-
lic hearings as indicated, and direct the City
Clerk to publish notice as prescribed by law.
Seconded by Connors. Motion carried 7-0.
1. Dubuque City Hall - Electrical Service
Project: City Manager recommending City
Council set a public hearing for February 15,
2016 to give preliminary approval of the con-
struction plans and specifications, and initiate
the public bidding process for the Dubuque
City Hall Electric Service Project. Upon motion
the documents were received and filed and
Resolution No. 31-16 Dubuque City Hall -
Electrical Service Project 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 Adver-
tisement for Bids was adopted setting a public
hearing for a meeting to commence at 6:30
p.m. on February 15, 2016 in the Historic Fed-
eral Building.
RESOLUTION NO. 31-16
DUBUQUE CITY HALL - ELECTRICAL SER-
VICE PROJECT PRELIMINARY APPROVAL
OF PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF
CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATED COST; SET-
TING DATE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON
PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CON-
TRACT, AND ESTIMATED COST; AND OR-
DERING THE ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
The proposed plans, specifications, form of
contract and estimated cost for the Dubuque
City Hall - Electrical Service Project in the es-
timated amount $125,000.00, are hereby pre-
liminarily approved and ordered filed in the
office of the City Clerk for public inspection.
A public hearing will be held on the 15th
day of February, 2016, at 6:30 p.m. in the His-
toric Federal Building Council Chambers (sec-
ond floor) 350 W. 6th Street, Dubuque, Iowa at
which time interested persons may appear and
be heard for or against the proposed plans and
specifications, form of contract and estimated
cost of said Project, and the City Clerk be and
is hereby directed to cause the attached notice
of the time and place of such hearing to be
published in a newspaper having general cir-
culation in the City of Dubuque, Iowa which
notice shall be published not less than four
days nor more than twenty days prior to the
date of such hearing. At the hearing, any inter-
ested person may appear and file objections to
the proposed plans, specifications, form of
contract, or estimated cost of the Project.
The Dubuque City Hall - Electrical Service
Project is hereby ordered to be advertised for
bids for construction.
The amount of the security to accompany
each bid shall be in an amount which shall
conform to the provisions of the Notice to Bid-
ders hereby approved.
The City Clerk is hereby directed to adver-
tise for bids for the construction of the im-
provements herein provided, by publishing the
attached Notice to Bidders to be published in a
newspaper having general circulation in the
City of Dubuque, Iowa which notice shall be
published not less than four but not more than
forty-five days before the date for filing bids
before 2:00 p.m. on the 17th day of February,
2016. Bids shall be opened and read by the
City Clerk at said time and will be submitted to
the City Council for final action at 6:30 p.m. on
the 7th day of March, 2016, in the Historic Fed-
eral Building Council Chambers (second floor),
350 West 6th Street, Dubuque, Iowa.
Passed, adopted and approved this 1st day
of February, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
2. FY 2016 Sanitary Sewer Cured-in-Place
Pipe (CIPP) Lining Project: City Manager rec-
ommending City Council set a public hearing
for February 15, 2016 to give preliminary ap-
proval of the construction plans and specifica-
tions, and initiate the public bidding process for
the FY2016 Sanitary Sewer Cured-in-Place
Pipe (CIPP) Lining Project. Upon motion the
documents were received and filed and Reso-
lution No. 32-16 FY16 Sanitary Sewer Cured-
In-Place Pipe (CIPP) Lining Project Prelimi-
nary 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 was adopted set
Book 146 Regular Session, February 1, 2016 26
ting a public hearing for a meeting to com-
mence at 6:30 p.m. on February 15, 2016 in
the Historic Federal Building.
RESOLUTION NO. 32-16
FY16 SANITARY SEWER CURED-IN-PLACE
PIPE (CIPP) LINING PROJECT PRELIMI-
NARY APPROVAL OF PLANS, SPECIFICA-
TIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTI-
MATED COST; SETTING DATE OF PUBLIC
HEARING ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS,
FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATED
COST; AND ORDERING THE ADVERTISE-
MENT FOR BIDS
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
The proposed plans, specifications, form of
contract and estimated cost for the FY16 Sani-
tary Sewer Cured-in-Place Pipe (CIPP) Lining
Project in the estimated amount $520,000.00,
are hereby preliminarily approved and ordered
filed in the office of the City Clerk for public
inspection.
A public hearing will be held on the 15th
day of February, 2016, at 6:30 p.m. in the His-
toric Federal Building Council Chambers (sec-
ond floor) 350 W. 6th Street, Dubuque, Iowa at
which time interested persons may appear and
be heard for or against the proposed plans and
specifications, form of contract and estimated
cost of said Project, and the City Clerk be and
is hereby directed to cause the attached notice
of the time and place of such hearing to be
published in a newspaper having general cir-
culation in the City of Dubuque, Iowa which
notice shall be published not less than four
days nor more than twenty days prior to the
date of such hearing. At the hearing, any inter-
ested person may appear and file objections to
the proposed plans, specifications, form of
contract, or estimated cost of the Project.
The FY16 Sanitary Sewer Cured-in-Place
Pipe (CIPP) Lining Project is hereby ordered to
be advertised for bids for construction.
The amount of the security to accompany
each bid shall be in an amount which shall
conform to the provisions of the Notice to Bid-
ders hereby approved.
The City Clerk is hereby directed to adver-
tise for bids for the construction of the im-
provements herein provided, by publishing the
attached Notice to Bidders to be published in a
newspaper having general circulation in the
City of Dubuque, Iowa which notice shall be
published not less than four but not more than
forty-five days before the date for filing bids
before 2:00 p.m. on the 25th day of February,
2016. Bids shall be opened and read by the
City Clerk at said time and will be submitted to
the City Council for final action at 6:30 p.m. on
the 7th day of March, 2016, in the Historic Fed-
eral Building Council Chambers (second floor),
350 West 6th Street, Dubuque, Iowa.
Passed, adopted and approved this 1st day
of February, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
3. Intent to Dispose of Property - Curtiss-
McEvoy Street Lot: City Manager recommend-
ing City Council set a public hearing for Febru-
ary 15, 2016 on the sale of a vacant lot on
Curtiss Street to Routley Construction, LLC for
the construction of a single-family residence.
Upon motion the documents were received
and filed and Resolution No. 33-16 Intent to
dispose of an Interest in City-owned real prop-
erty by sale to Routley Construction, LLC was
adopted setting a public hearing for a meeting
to commence at 6:30 p.m. on February 15,
2016 in the Historic Federal Building.
RESOLUTION NO. 33-16
INTENT TO DISPOSE OF AN INTEREST IN
CITY OWNED REAL PROPERTY BY SALE
TO ROUTLEY CONSTRUCTION, LLC
Whereas, the City of Dubuque, Iowa (City)
owns the following real property:
Lot 1 of Bonson & Stewart Place, in the
City of Dubuque, Iowa (the Property); and
Whereas, City has entered into an agree-
ment with Routley Construction, LLC to sell the
Property to Routley Construction, LLC, a copy
of which agreement is attached hereto; and
Whereas, the City Council has tentatively
determined that it would be in the best inter-
ests of the City to approve the sale of the
Property to Routley Construction, LLC.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The City of Dubuque intends to
dispose of its interest in the foregoing-
described real property by sale to Routley
Construction, LLC.
Section 2. The City Clerk is hereby author-
ized and directed to cause this Resolution and
a notice to be published as prescribed by Iowa
Code Section 364.7 of a public hearing on the
City's intent to dispose of an interest in the
foregoing-described real property, to be held
on the 15th day of February, 2016, at 6:30
o'clock p.m. at the Historic Federal Building,
350 W. 6th Street, Dubuque, Iowa.
Passed, approved and adopted this 1st day
of February, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
4. Intent to Dispose of Property - 2008
Foye Street: City Manager recommending the
City Council set a public hearing for February
15, 2016, on the City’s intent to dispose of
property located at 2008 Foye Street to David
Book 146 Regular Session, February 1, 2016 27
and Ellen Rath. Upon motion the documents
were received and filed and Resolution No. 34-
16 Intent to dispose of an interest in City of
Dubuque real estate, setting a time and place
for hearing and providing for the publication of
notice thereof was adopted setting a public
hearing for a meeting to commence at 6:30
p.m. on February 15, 2016 in the Historic Fed-
eral Building.
RESOLUTION NO. 34-16
INTENT TO DISPOSE OF AN INTEREST IN
CITY OF DUBUQUE REAL ESTATE, SET-
TING A TIME AND PLACE FOR HEARING
AND PROVIDING FOR THE PUBLICATION
OF NOTICE THEREOF
Whereas, the City of Dubuque, Iowa (City)
is the owner of 2008 Foye Street (the Proper-
ty) legally described as:
East 24 feet of Lot 22 in Cox’s Addition to
Dubuque, in the City of Dubuque, Iowa
according to the recorded plat thereof.
Whereas, City acquired the Property as
vacant/abandoned property in which the City
of Dubuque took possession of in October
2015 through Court Order by filing for petition
for; and
Whereas, City and David and Ellen Rath
entered into a Contract Agreement pursuant to
which City will convey the Property to David
and Ellen Rath to deconstruct the single family
Property and rehabilitate the existing garage in
accordance with the Rehabilitation Standards
and all applicable City Codes as approved by
the City Council; and
Whereas, conveying the Property to David
and Ellen Rath is consistent with the City’s
intent for this specific property; and
Whereas, City desires to hold the required
public hearing and conveyance of the Property
to David and Ellen Rath.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the City of Dubuque, Iowa
intends to dispose of its interest in the follow-
ing legally described property:
East 24 feet of Lot 22 in Cox’s Addition to
Dubuque, in the City of Dubuque, Iowa
according to the recorded plat thereof.
Section 2. That the City of Dubuque, Iowa
proposes to dispose of its interest in the Prop-
erty to David and Ellen Rath for the sum of one
dollar ($1.00).
Section 3. That the City Clerk is hereby au-
thorized and directed to cause this Resolution
and a notice to be published as prescribed by
Iowa Code Section 364.7 of a public hearing
on the City’s intent to dispose of the Property
to be held on the 15th day of February, 2016,
at 6:30 o’clock p.m. at the Historic Federal
Building, 350 West 6th Street, Dubuque, Iowa.
Passed, approved and adopted this 1st day
of February, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
5. Community Development Block Grant
(CDBG) Annual Action Plan for Fiscal Year
2017: City Manager recommending the City
Council set a public hearing for review of the
Community Development Block Grant Annual
Action Plan on February 17, 2016 in conjunc-
tion with the Housing & Community Develop-
ment Department's budget hearing. Upon mo-
tion the documents were received and filed
and Resolution No. 35-16 Setting a public
hearing on the Fiscal Year 2017 (Program
Year 2016) Community Development Block
Grant (CDBG) Annual Action Plan was adopt-
ed setting a public hearing for a meeting to
commence at 6:30 p.m. on February 17, 2016
in the Historic Federal Building.
RESOLUTION NO. 35-16
SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING ON THE
FISCAL YEAR 2017 (PROGRAM YEAR
2016) COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK
GRANT (CDBG) ANNUAL ACTION PLAN
Whereas, the City of Dubuque has,
through a series of public meetings and hear-
ings, finalized a Fiscal Year 2017 (Program
Year 2016) Community Development Block
Grant Annual Action Plan addressing both
housing and non-housing needs in the com-
munity; and
Whereas, copies of the draft Fiscal Year
2017 (Program Year 2016) CDBG Annual Ac-
tion Plan will be available for public comment
for 30 days prior to City Council action; and
Whereas, the City's Community Develop-
ment Advisory Commission has reviewed and
recommended adoption of the Annual Action
Plan.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the City Council will meet
in the Historic Federal Building, Council
Chambers, 2nd Floor, 350 West 6th Street,
Dubuque, Iowa at 6:30 p.m. on February 17,
2016 for the purpose of holding a public hear-
ing and taking action on the Fiscal Year 2017
(Program Year 2016) Community Develop-
ment Block Grant Annual Action Plan.
Section 2. That the City Clerk be and he is
hereby authorized and directed to publish a
notice of such public hearing and the City
Council’s intent to review and take action on
the Fiscal Year 2017 (Program Year 2016)
Community Development Block Grant Annual
Plan.
Book 146 Regular Session, February 1, 2016 28
Passed, approved and adopted this 1st day
of February, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
6. SW Arterial Right-of-Way Property Ac-
quisition: City Manager recommending the City
Council set a public hearing for March 7, 2016,
on the intent to commence a public improve-
ment project and to establish Just Compensa-
tion Valuation (Fair Market Value) of neces-
sary right-of-way property which the City in-
tends to acquire or condemn, if required, for
the Southwest Arterial Project. Upon motion
the documents were received and filed and
Resolution No. 36-16 Setting a public hearing
on the intent to commence a public improve-
ment project for the Southwest Arterial Project
and to acquire agricultural land for the Project
and to establish just compensation valuation
(Fair Market Value) of necessary right-of-way
property which the City intends to acquire or
condemn if required for the Southwest Arterial
Project was adopted setting a public hearing
for a meeting to commence at 6:30 p.m. on
March 7, 2016 in the Historic Federal Building.
RESOLUTION NO. 36-16
SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING ON THE IN-
TENT TO COMMENCE A PUBLIC IM-
PROVEMENT PROJECT FOR THE SOUTH-
WEST ARTERIAL PROJECT AND TO AC-
QUIRE AGRICULTURAL LAND FOR THE
PROJECT AND TO ESTABLISH JUST
COMPENSATION VALUATION (FAIR MAR-
KET VALUE) OF NECESSARY RIGHT-OF-
WAY PROPERTY WHICH THE CITY IN-
TENDS TO ACQUIRE OR CONDEMN IF RE-
QUIRED FOR THE SOUTHWEST ARTERIAL
PROJECT
Whereas, Iowa Code § 6B.2A requires an
acquiring agency to provide written notice of a
public hearing to each owner of record of agri-
cultural land that may be the subject of con-
demnation; and
Whereas, the City Council finds that it may
be necessary to acquire or condemn in whole
or in part the following-described property for
the Southwest Arterial Project:
Parcel 112
Part of Lot 2 of 2, a part of the Divi-
sion of Lot 2 of South Fork Industrial
Subdivision No. 1, Section 31, Township
89 North, Range 2 East of the 5th P.M.,
according to the United States Govern-
ment Survey and the recorded plats
thereof subject to highway and ease-
ments of record.
Part of Lot 2 of 1, a part of the divi-
sion of Lot 1 of South Fork Industrial
Subdivision No. 1, Section 31, Township
89 North, Range 2 East of the 5th P.M.,
according to the United States Govern-
ment Survey and the recorded plats
thereof subject to highway and ease-
ments of record.
Parcel 113
Part of Lot B of the Northeast 1/4 of
the Southeast 1/4, Section 31, Township
89 North, Range 2 East of the 5th P.M.,
according to the United States Govern-
ment Survey and the recorded plats
thereof subject to highway and ease-
ments of record.
Part of Lot C of the Northeast 1/4 of
the Southeast 1/4 and the Southeast 1/4
of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 31,
Township 89 North, Range 2 East of the
5th P.M., according to the United States
Government Survey and the recorded
plats thereof subject to highway and
easements of record.
Parcel 149
A part of Lot 1 in Valentine Place Plat
3; Lot 2 in Valentine Place Plat 2; and the
SE¼ of the SW¼, Lot 2 in the NW¼ of
the SW¼, Lot 2 in the SW¼ of the SW¼,
and Lot 1 of Lot 1 in the West ½ of the
NW¼ of Section 3, Township 88 North,
Range 2 East of the 5th P.M., according
to the United States Government Survey
and the recorded plats thereof subject to
highway and easements of record.
Parcel 150A
A part of Lot A of Lot 2 of the North-
west 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section
3 and of Lot 1 in Valentine Place No. 3,
all in Township 88 North, Range 2 East
of the 5th P.M., according to the United
States Government Survey and the rec-
orded plats thereof, subject to highway
and easements of record.
Parcel 150B
A part of Lot A of the Northwest 1/4 of
the Southeast 1/4 and of The Southwest
1/4 Of The Southeast 1/4 And Of The
Southeast 1/4 Of The Southeast 1/4, All
in Section 3, Township 88 North, Range
2 East Of The 5th P.M., according to the
United States Government Survey and
the recorded plats thereof subject to
highway and easements of record.
Parcel 152
A part of the West ½ of the Northwest
¼ of Section 11, Township 88 North,
Range 2 East of the 5th P.M., according
to the United States Government Survey
and the recorded plats thereof subject to
highway and easements of record.
Parcel 161
A part of the South ½ of the NE¼, Lot
1 of the East 39 acres of the NE¼ of the
NW¼, Lot 1 of the East 39 acres of the
SE¼ of the NW¼, Lot 1 of Lot 1 of Lot 1
of Lot 1 of Lot 1 of the NW¼ of the SE¼
and Lot 1 of Lot 1 of Lot 7 of the Ne¼ of
Book 146 Regular Session, February 1, 2016 29
the SE¼, all in Section 11, Township 88
North, Range 2 East of the 5th P.M., ac-
cording to the United States Government
Survey and the recorded plats thereof
subject to highway and easements of
record.
Whereas, the owner of the Parcel 112 is
Plastic Center, Inc.; and
Whereas, the owner of the Parcel 113 is
Paul and Jane Cate; and
Whereas, the owner of the Parcel 149 is
Ronald and Gary Valentine; and
Whereas, the owner of the Parcel 150A is
Gary Valentine; and
Whereas, the owner of the Parcel 150B is
Valentine & Sons Farm Ltd; and
Whereas, the owner of the Parcel 152 is
William Kress; and
Whereas, the owner of the Parcel 161 is
Elizabeth Reuter; and
Whereas, a public hearing should be set
on the City’s intent to commence a public im-
provement project for the Southwest Arterial
Project and to acquire or condemn, if neces-
sary, Parcels 112, 113, 149, 150A, 150B, 152,
and 161; and
Whereas, notice of the public hearing
should be published and mailed as required by
law to the owners of Parcels 112, 113, 149,
150A, 150B, 152, and 161.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA AS FOLLOWS:
The City Clerk is hereby authorized and di-
rected to cause a notice in the form attached
hereto to be mailed to each of the owners and
published as prescribed by Iowa Code § 6B.2A
of a public hearing on the City's intent to com-
mence a public improvement project for the
Southwest Arterial Project and to acquire or
condemn in whole or in part, if necessary, Par-
cels 112, 113, 149, 150A, 150B, 152, and 161,
to be held on the 7th day of March, 2016, at
6:30 o'clock p.m. in the Historic Federal Build-
ing Council Chambers (second floor), 350
West 6th Street, Dubuque, Iowa.
Passed, approved and adopted this 1st day
of February, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
BOARDS/COMMISSIONS
Applicants were invited to address the City
Council regarding their desire to serve on the
following boards/commission.
1. Community Development Advisory
Commission (Review): Two, 3-year terms
through February 15, 2019 (Expiring terms of
Caldwell as LMI Area Representative and Hin-
ke as At-Large). Applicants: Theresa Caldwell,
1633 Elm St. (qualifies for LMI Area Repre-
sentative); Michelle Hinke, 973 Patricia Ann
Dr. (qualifies for At-Large)
2. Sister City Relationships Advisory
Commission (Review): One, 3-year term
through February 1, 2019 (Expiring term of
Thurn). Applicant: Louise Thurn, 3037 Kauf-
mann Ave.
Appointment was made to the following
Commission.
3. Historic Preservation Commission (Ap-
pointment): One, 3-year term through July 1,
2016 (Vacant term of McDonell – Jackson
Park District Interim). Applicant: Alfred P.
Kopczyk, 1320 Locust St. (qualifies for the
Jackson Park District Resident). Motion by
Lynch to appoint Mr. Kopczyk to the remainder
of a 3-year term through July 1, 2016. Se-
conded by Rios. Motion carried 4-3 with Res-
nick, Jones, and Connors voting nay.
ACTION ITEMS
1. Grand River Center Annual Report: Mitzi
Yordy with Platinum Hospitality Group and
General Manager of the Grand River Center
presented the Center's Annual Report for
2015. Topics included the Center’s purpose;
2015 guest count and local spending figures;
promotional strategy and awards; annual
groups comparison; actual and 2016 forecast-
ed market segment; types of groups for 2015
and 2016; sustainability efforts; partnerships.
Motion by Jones to receive and file the infor-
mation. Seconded by Resnick. Responding to
questions from the City Council, Ms. Yordy
stated that they will investigate in-house or
city-staff options for escalator repair. Motion
carried 7-0.
2. Community Development Block Grant
Fund (CDBG) Annual Action Plan Amendment
3 for Fiscal Year 2016: City Manager recom-
mending approval of the Fiscal Year 2016
Community Development Block Grant Annual
Action Plan – Amendment 3. Motion by Con-
nors to receive and file the documents and
adopt Resolution No. 37-16 Approving Fiscal
Year 2016 (Program Year 2015) Annual Action
Plan Amendment 3 for Community Develop-
ment Block Grant (CDBG) Funds. Seconded
by Lynch. Motion carried 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 37-16
APPROVING FISCAL YEAR 2016 (PRO-
GRAM YEAR 2015) ANNUAL ACTION PLAN
AMENDMENT 3 FOR COMMUNITY DEVEL-
OPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) FUNDS
Whereas, the City of Dubuque prepared
and filed an Annual Action Plan for Fiscal
Years 2016; and
Book 146 Regular Session, February 1, 2016 30
Whereas, the City of Dubuque now desires
to amend said Annual Plan by reallocating
funds between existing activities and providing
funds for new activities; and
Whereas, said amendment is a substantial
amendment as provided in the City's Citizen
Participation Plan and therefore must be ap-
proved by resolution of the City Council after a
public hearing by the Community Development
Advisory Commission; and
Whereas, the City made available for pub-
lic comment said Annual Action Plan on De-
cember 20, 2015 and advertised a 30 day pub-
lic comment period ending January 20, 2016;
and
Whereas, the Community Development
Advisory Commission reviewed said amend-
ment during a public hearing on January 20,
2016 and voted to approve said amendment
and recommend approval by the City Council.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the Annual Action Plan for
Fiscal Year 2016 (Program Year 2015) is
hereby amended to increase funds to Pur-
chase Rehab Resale and Microenterprise
Lending activities as described in the FY 2016
Annual Action Plan – Amendment 3, attached
hereto as Exhibit A.
Section 2. That said Fiscal Year 2016
(Program Year 2015) Annual Action Plan
Amendment 3 attached hereto as Exhibit A is
hereby approved.
Section 4. That the City Manager is hereby
authorized and directed to submit a copy of
this resolution and amendment to the U.S.
Department of Housing and Urban Develop-
ment.
Passed, approved and adopted this 1st day
of February, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
3. Resilient Community Advisory Commis-
sion Update: City Manager recommending
approval to proceed with the community en-
gagement process that will inform the devel-
opment of a Resilient Community Advisory
Commission. Motion by Connors to receive
and file the documents and approve the rec-
ommendation. Seconded by Lynch. Motion
carried 7-0.
4. Fiscal Year 2017 Recommended Budget
Transmittal: City Manager submitted the Fiscal
Year 2017 Recommended Budget Transmittal
Message and provided a presentation. Motion
by Connors to receive and file. Seconded by
Resnick. City Manager Van Milligen responded
to questions from the City Council following
discussion regarding actual property tax rates
versus decrease percentages. health insur-
ance increases, time studies for City employ-
ees and comparisons to other cities, pay rais-
es/freezes and their relationship to collective
bargaining and arbitration requirements, debt
reduction, Five Flags Civic Center us-
age/investment, and continued discussion on
looking for opportunities for adjustments to the
budget through the upcoming public hearings.
Motion carried 7-0.
COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS
Council Member Jones reported on the
death of Dubuque County Supervisor and for-
mer Iowa State Senator Tom Hancock.
There being no further business, upon mo-
tion the City Council adjourned at 8:07 p.m.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, CMC, City Clerk
Book 146 Special Sessions, February 2 and 3, 2016 31
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
SPECIAL SESSION
OFFICIAL
The Dubuque City Council met in special
session at 5:00 p.m. on February 2, 2016 at
the Grand River Center, 500 Bell Street.
Present: Mayor Buol; Council Members
Connors, Del Toro, Jones, Lynch, Resnick,
Rios; City Manager Van Milligen, City Attorney
Lindahl.
Also present: Assistant City Managers
Cindy Steinhauser and Teri Goodmann, Assis-
tant City Attorneys Crenna Brumwell and
Maureen Quann.
Mayor Buol read the call and stated this is
a special session of the City Council called for
the purpose of conducting a governance work
session with the City Council.
WORK SESSION
CITY COUNCIL GOVERNANCE
Lyle Sumek facilitated a Governance work
session with the City Council and provided
history, background and agenda for the ses-
sion. Topics discussed:
• Working Model for Governance (What),
Management (How) and Service (Ac-
tions)
• Effective Teamwork: G-R-E-A-T: Goals,
Roles, Execute, Attitude, Trust
• Types/Comparisons of teams: loser,
competitive, winner, champion
• 12 Points of an Effective Mayor and
City Council
• Framework for effectiveness
• Defining and identifying success for
and image of the City
• Protocols and operating guidelines
There being no further business, upon mo-
tion the City Council adjourned at 9:13 p.m.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, CMC, City Clerk
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
SPECIAL SESSION
OFFICIAL
The Dubuque City Council met in special
session at 6:30 p.m. on February 3, 2016 at
the Historic Federal Building, 350 W. 6th
Street.
Present: Mayor Buol; Council Members
Connors, Del Toro, Jones, Lynch, Resnick,
Rios; City Manager Van Milligen, Assistant
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
reviewing and accessing City budget docu-
ments and information and the capabilities of
the City’s web page.
WORK SESSION
Training on Accessing the City’s Financial
and Budget Information
Information Services Manager Chris Kohl-
mann and Lead Applications/Network Analyst
Joe Pregler provided a slide presentation on
the City of Dubuque’s Open Finance and
Budget portals now available through the
City’s website. Budget Director Jenifer Larson
provided a slide presentation on the City’s
budget books, budget process as well as how
to access the budget documents on the City’s
website.
• Open Budget Portal Introduction
• Open Finance Portal
• Next Steps Open Data
o Open Performance
o Open Data Catalog
• Budget Books Layout
• Accessing Budget Documents on the
Website
There being no further business, upon mo-
tion the City Council adjourned at 7:24 p.m.
/s/Trish L. Gleason, CMC, Assistant City Clerk
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CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
SPECIAL SESSION
OFFICIAL
The Dubuque City Council met in special
session at 5:00 p.m. on February 4, 2016 in
the Historic Federal Building, 350 W. 6th
Street.
Present: Mayor Buol; Council Members
Connors, Jones, Lynch, Resnick, Rios; City
Manager Van Milligen, City Attorney Lindahl
Absent: Council Member Del Toro.
Mayor Buol read the call and stated this is
a special session of the City Council called for
the purpose of conducting a closed session on
pending litigation and property acquisition pur-
suant to Chapter 21.5(1)(c), -(j) of the Code of
Iowa. For the record, the attorneys who we will
consult with on the issues to be discussed in
the closed session are Attorneys Barry Lindahl
and James Wainwright.
CLOSED SESSION
Pending Litigation and Property Acquisition -
Chapter 21.5(1)(c), -(j) Code of Iowa
Motion by Jones to convene in closed ses-
sion at 5:06 p.m. to discuss pending litigation
and property acquisition pursuant to Chapter
21.5(1)(c), -(j) of the Code of Iowa. Seconded
by Resnick. Motion carried 6-0.
Upon motion the City Council reconvened
in open session at 7:53 p.m. stating that staff
had been given proper direction.
There being no further business, upon mo-
tion the City Council adjourned at 7:54 p.m.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, CMC, City Clerk
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
SPECIAL SESSION
OFFICIAL
Council met in special session at 6:30 p.m.
on February 8, 2016 in the Historic Federal
Building.
Present: Mayor Buol, Council Members
Connors, Del Toro, Jones, Lynch, Resnick,
Rios; City Manager Michael Van Milligen
Mayor Buol read the call and stated this is
a special session of the City Council called for
the purpose of discussing various City Fiscal
Year 2017 departmental budgets.
FISCAL YEAR 2017 DEPARTMENTAL
BUDGET REVIEW
Fiscal Year 2017 City departmental budg-
ets were presented by staff from the following
departments:
Information Services: Chris Kohlmann In-
formation Services Manager
City Attorney’s Office (Legal) – Barry Lin-
dahl, City Attorney; and Crenna Brumwell,
Assistant City Attorney
City Manager’s Office: Cindy Steinhauser,
Assistant City Manager; Teri Goodmann, As-
sistant City Manager; Jerelyn O’Connor,
Neighborhood Development Specialist; Cori
Burbach, Sustainable Community Coordinator;
Randy Gehl, Public Information Officer; Nikki
Breitsprecker, GIS Coordinator; Jenny Larson,
Budget Director; Randy Peck, Personnel Man-
ager
City Council: Michael Van Milligen, City
Manager
City Clerk’s Office: Kevin Firnstahl, City
Clerk
Cable TV Division: Craig Nowack Cable TV
Coordinator
The City Council had discussion with the
representatives of each department following
their respective presentations.
Following the City Attorney’s Office presen-
tation, Assistant City Attorney Crenna Brum-
well was asked to provide information on the
comparative costs related to the vendor con-
tract for HUD-required, fair housing testing
improvement package and additional recurring
costs for staff time if the City certified staff
members to do the testing.
Following the City Manager’s Office
presentation, City Manager Van Milligen was
asked to provide information on the last review
of staffing levels current comparisons to other
Book 146 Special Session, February 10, 2016 33
Iowa cities. Helene Magee, 611 So.
Grandview addressed the Council about in-
formation she had gathered on the salaries of
City Managers from cities in Iowa and adjacent
states.
There being no further business, the City
Council adjourned at 9:50 p.m.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, CMC, City Clerk
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
SPECIAL SESSION
OFFICIAL
Council met in special session at 6:30 p.m.
on February 10, 2017 in the Historic Federal
Building.
Present: Mayor Buol, Council Members
Connors, Del Toro, Jones, Lynch, Resnick,
Rios; City Manager Michael Van Milligen
Mayor Buol read the call and stated this is
a special session of the City Council called for
the purpose of discussing various City depart-
mental Fiscal Year 2017 budgets.
FISCAL YEAR 2017 DEPARTMENTAL
BUDGET REVIEW
Fiscal Year 2017 City departmental budg-
ets were presented by staff from the following
departments:
Library: Susan Henricks, Library Director
Planning Services: Laura Carstens, Plan-
ning Services Manager
Finance Department: Jean Nachtman, Fi-
nance Director
Human Rights Department: Kelly Larson,
Human Rights Director
Airport: Robert Gierson, Airport Manager
Health Services: Mary Rose Corrigan, Pub-
lic Health Specialist
The City Council had discussion with the
representative of each department following
their respective presentations.
Following the Library’s presentation, the
City Council asked Ms. Henricks to provide
some case studies on the success of the
Changing Lives through Literature program
requested in the department’s budget, Im-
provement Package #4.
There being no further business, the City
Council adjourned at 9:32 p.m.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, CMC, City Clerk
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CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
SPECIAL SESSION
OFFICIAL
The Dubuque City Council met in special
session at 5:15 p.m. on February 15, 2016 in
the Historic Federal Building, 350 W. 6th
Street.
Present: Mayor Buol; Council Members
Connors, Del Toro, Jones, Lynch, Resnick,
Rios; City Manager Van Milligen (joined at
5:30 p.m.), City Attorney Lindahl
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 with
the Dubuque Area Convention and Visitors
Bureau.
WORK SESSION
Dubuque Area Convention and Visitors Bureau
Keith Rahe, President and CEO of the
Dubuque Area Convention and Visitors Bureau
introduced staff and provided a slide presenta-
tion on the activities and budget of the CVB.
Topics included:
• Mission statement
• Organizational chart
• Board of Directors membership
• Advisory Committee membership
• Staff and positions
• Awards
• Community branding; marketing radius,
co-op, audience, top markets, web site
results, travel guide information, group
and meeting sales, familiarization tours
• Sports & events
• Media buy mediums
• Economic impact: by year, hotel/motel
tax records/occupancy, group tour sales,
sales team meetings, conventions &
meetings, sports & events,
• Quality of life: Cultural vibrancy, inclusivi-
ty, legislative priorities,
• Proposed budget
Mr. Rahe responded to questions from the
City Council and specifically addressed receiv-
ing input on new offerings, working with the
YM-YWCA, military reunions and the use of
social media.
There being no further business, upon mo-
tion the City Council adjourned at 6:14 p.m.
Kevin S. Firnstahl, CMC, City Clerk
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
REGULAR SESSION
OFFICIAL
The Dubuque City Council met in regular
session at 6:30 p.m. on February 15, 2016 in
the Historic Federal Building, 350 W. 6th
Street.
Present: Mayor Buol; Council Members
Connors, Del Toro, Jones, Lynch, Resnick,
Rios; City Manager Van Milligen, City Attorney
Lindahl
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
PRESENTATION(S)
Circles Award Presentation: Dubuque
NAACP representative Miquel Jackson pre-
sented the Dubuque Circles Initiative with the
Thom Determan SCOPE (Standout Communi-
ty Organization Pursuing Equity) Award which
was accepted by Circles Coach Ermina Soler.
PROCLAMATION(S)
Rotary of Dubuque 100th Anniversary
(February 18, 2016) was accepted by Rotary
Members Steve Giesz and Craig Beytien;
Rare Disease Day (February 29, 2016)
was accepted by Marla Cruise, local volunteer
with the National Organization of Rare Disor-
ders.
CONSENT ITEMS
Motion by Lynch to receive and file the
documents, adopt the resolutions, and dispose
of as indicated. Seconded by Jones. Motion
carried 7-0.
1. Minutes and Reports Submitted: City
Council Proceedings of 2/1, 2/2, 2/3, 2/4, 2/8;
2/10; Community Development Advisory
Commission of 1/20; Five Flags Civic Center
Advisory Commission of 1/25; Housing Com-
mission of 1/26; Historic Preservation Com-
mission of 1/21; Investment Oversight Adviso-
ry Commission of 1/27; Library Board of Trus-
tees Council Update of 1/28; Zoning Advisory
Commission of 2/3; Zoning Board of Adjust-
ment of 1/28; Proof of Publication for City
Council Proceedings of 1/19. Upon motion the
documents were received and filed.
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2. Notice of Claims and Suits: Rayanna
Bockenstedt for vehicle damage; Eugene
Chappell for property damage; Dean Rampson
for property damage. Upon motion the docu-
ments were received, filed and referred to the
City Attorney.
3. Disposition of Claims: City Attorney ad-
vising that the following claims have been re-
ferred to Public Entity Risk Services of Iowa
the agent for the Iowa Communities Assurance
Pool: Rayanna Bockenstedt for vehicle dam-
age, Eugene Chappell for property damage,
and Dean Rampson for property damage. Up-
on motion the documents were received, filed
and concurred.
4. Dubuque National Service Partnership
Award: City Manager transmitting information
about the Dubuque National Service Partner-
ship’s national recognition and award from the
Iowa Campus Compact. Upon motion the doc-
uments were received and filed.
5. Water in Dubuque Brochure: City Man-
ager transmitting a public information brochure
from the Water Department regarding Dubu-
que's water quality and quantity. Upon motion
the documents were received and filed.
6. 2016 Federal Legislative Priorities: City
Manager recommending adoption of the 2016
Federal Legislative Priorities. Upon motion the
documents were received and filed.
7. Quarterly Investment Report: City Man-
ager transmitting the Quarterly Investment
Report for December 21, 2015. Upon motion
the documents were received and filed.
8. Certified Local Government (CLG) An-
nual Report: City Manager transmitting the
2015 Certified Local Government (CLG) An-
nual Report and recommending authorization
for the Mayor to sign the report. Upon motion
the documents were received, filed and ap-
proved.
9. Urban Revitalization Property Tax Ex-
emption Applications: City Manager recom-
mending approval of 15 applications for prop-
erty tax exemption from the Urban Revitaliza-
tion Program for Calendar Year 2015. Upon
motion the documents were received and filed
and Resolution No. 38-16 Approving property
tax abatement applications submitted by prop-
erty owners in recognized Urban Revitalization
Areas and authorizing the transmittal of the
approved applications to the City Tax Asses-
sor was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 38-16
APPROVING PROPERTY TAX ABATEMENT
APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY PROPER-
TY OWNERS IN RECOGNIZED URBAN RE-
VITALIZATION AREAS AND AUTHORIZING
THE TRANSMITTAL OF THE APPROVED
APPLICATIONS TO THE CITY TAX ASSES-
SOR
Whereas, Chapter 404 of the Code of Iowa
the Urban Revitalization Act, permits cities to
abate property taxes for improvements made
to properties in designated revitalization areas;
and
Whereas, the Urban Revitalization Act re-
quires property owners to submit a written
application for abatement by February 1 of the
assessment year for which the abatement is
first claimed, and further requires the City
Council to approve all applications that meet
the requirements of the adopted Urban Revi-
talization Plan and forward the approved appli-
cations to the City Assessor for review by
March 1 of each year; and
Whereas, pursuant to the requirements of
said Urban Revitalization Act, the following
Urban Revitalization Areas were established:
Upper Main, Jackson Park, Washington
Neighborhood, West 11th Street, Upper Main,
Cathedral, Old Main, and Kunkel & Associates;
and
Whereas, the City of Dubuque, as of Feb-
ruary 1, 2015, received residential tax abate-
ment applications from the following property
owners in the aforementioned urban revitaliza-
tion districts eligible for 10 year 100% abate-
ment:
Washington Neighborhood Urban Revitali-
zation Area, established March 2007
1840 Washington St., Debra J. Allen
2003 Washington St., Rickey Carner II
1318 Jackson St., Shane P. Hurley-
Lenans & Alison G. Lerasseur
2059 Jackson St., Paul & Cindy Lesta
1623 Washington St., David Przybylski
1598 Washington St., Pavlo Ramirez
1466 Jackson St., Deanna Roberson
1667 Jackson St., Danielle Stowell
1208 Jackson St., Katherine Mary Tully
1922 White St., Gloria Valdez
West 11th Street Urban Revitalization Area,
established March, 1981
1635 Catherine St., David & Bridget
Stipanovich
1088 Walnut St., Merrick Investments
Whereas, the City of Dubuque, as of Feb-
ruary 1, 2015, received commercial tax
abatement applications from the following
property owners in the Washington Neighbor-
hood Urban Revitalization District eligible for 3
year 100% abatement;
Washington Neighborhood Urban Revitali-
zation Area, established March 2007
1104 and 118 White St., Cheryl M. Rusk
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1763 Central Ave., SAZS LLC D/B/A
Stephen High
340 E. 12th St., JD&C, LLC; and
Whereas, the Housing and Community
Development Department has reviewed the
above-described applications and inspected
the properties, and have determined that the
applications and the improvements conform to
all requirements of the City of Dubuque’s Ur-
ban Revitalization Plans.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the above-described tax
abatement applications meet the requirements
of the City of Dubuque’s Urban Revitalization
Plans.
Section 2. That the above-described tax
abatement applications are hereby approved
by the City Council, subject to the review and
approval of the City Assessor.
Section 3. That the City Clerk is hereby au-
thorized and directed to forward the above-
described tax abatement applications to the
City Assessor.
Passed, approved and adopted this 15th
day of February, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
10. Partners for Places Grant Application:
City Manager recommending approval to sub-
mit a Partners for Places Grant Application in
partnership with the Community Foundation of
Greater Dubuque. Upon motion the documents
were received, filed and approved.
11. PEG Capital Grant Expenditure Re-
quest: City Manager recommending approval
of the Cable TV Commission's request for
funding from the Public, Educational, and
Government (PEG) Capital Grant for Access
Equipment and Facilities to reimburse the City
of Dubuque's Cable TV Division for synchroni-
zation equipment purchased for transitioning to
high definition. Upon motion the documents
were received, filed and approved.
12. Chavenelle Road Hike/Bike Trail Pro-
ject Grant: City Manager recommending ap-
proval of a resolution authorizing the City of
Dubuque to submit an application for a Dubu-
que Metropolitan Area Transportation Study
Transportation Alternatives Program Grant to
assist with funding a proposed Hike/Bike Trail
along Chavenelle Road from the Northwest
Arterial to Seippel Road. Upon motion the
documents were received and filed and Reso-
lution No. 39-16 Authorizing the filing of a
grant application with the Dubuque Metropoli-
tan Area Transportation Study (DMATS) for
Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP)
funding for the City of Dubuque Chavenelle
Road Hike/Bike Trail Project was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 39-16
AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF A GRANT
APPLICATION WITH THE DUBUQUE MET-
ROPOLITAN AREA TRANSPORTATION
STUDY (DMATS) FOR TRANSPORTATION
ALTERNATIVES PROGRAM (TAP) FUND-
ING FOR THE CITY OF DUBUQUE CHA-
VENELLE ROAD HIKE/BIKE TRAIL PRO-
JECT
Whereas, the Dubuque Metropolitan Area
Transportation Study (DMATS) has allocated
DMATS Transportation Alternatives Program
funds to be used on trail facilities; and
Whereas, the City of Dubuque has deter-
mined that improvements to this corridor will
make Chavenelle Road between the North-
west Arterial (IA 32) and Seippel Road a com-
plete street and provide a future connection for
alternative transportation to the Southwest
Arterial; and
Whereas, the City of Dubuque is seeking
the necessary funding for project implementa-
tion, and upon completion, in cooperation with
the Iowa Department of Transportation, be
responsible for adequately maintaining and
operating the project for public use during the
project’s useful life per the grant agreement.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA THAT:
Section 1. The City files this grant applica-
tion for funds through the Transportation Alter-
natives Program to fund the Chavenelle Road
Hike/Bike Trail improvements.
Section 2. That the City Council hereby
provides it written assurance that the complet-
ed project will be adequately maintained for its
intended use in accordance with the grant re-
quirements.
Passed, approved and adopted this 15th
day of January, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
13. English Ridge, LLC - Development
Agreement: City Manager recommending ap-
proval of an agreement with English Ridge,
LLC for development of a housing subdivision.
Upon motion the documents were received
and filed and Resolution No. 40-16 Approving
an agreement between the City of Dubuque,
Iowa and English Ridge, LLC for the Develop-
ment of property in the English Ridge Housing
Urban Renewal Area was adopted.
Book 146 Regular Session, February 15, 2016 37
RESOLUTION NO. 40-16
APPROVING AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN
THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA AND ENG-
LISH RIDGE, LLC FOR THE DEVELOPMENT
OF PROPERTY IN THE ENGLISH RIDGE
HOUSING URBAN RENEWAL AREA
Whereas, the City Council, by Resolution
No. 348-15, dated October 5, 2015, declared
its intent to establish the English Ridge Hous-
ing Urban Renewal Area; and
Whereas, pursuant to published notice, a
public hearing was held on the intent to estab-
lish the English Ridge Housing Urban Renewal
Area on November 2, 2015 at 6:30 p.m. in the
City Council Chambers at the Historic Federal
Building, 350 W. 6th Street, Dubuque, Iowa;
and
Whereas, the City Council, following the
public hearing, by Resolution No. 380-15, ap-
proved the English Ridge Housing Urban Re-
newal Area; and
Whereas, English Ridge, LLC is the owner
of property in the English Ridge Housing Ur-
ban Renewal Area (the Property); and
Whereas, the City Council and English
Ridge, LLC desire to enter into the Develop-
ment Agreement attached hereto for the de-
velopment of the Property; and
Whereas, it is the determination of the City
Council that approval of the Development
Agreement according to the terms and condi-
tions set out in the Development Agreement is
in the public interest of the City of Dubuque.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the Development Agree-
ment by and between the City of Dubuque and
English Ridge, LLC is hereby approved.
Section 2. That the Mayor is hereby au-
thorized and directed to execute the Develop-
ment Agreement on behalf of the City and City
Clerk is authorized and directed to attest to his
signature.
Section 3. That the City Manager is author-
ized to take such actions as are necessary to
comply with the terms of the Development
Agreement as herein approved.
Passed, approved, and adopted this 15th
day of February, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
14. Section 8/Housing Choice Voucher
Administrative Plan Amendments: City Man-
ager recommending approval of a resolution
approving changes to the Housing Choice
Voucher/Section 8 Administrative Plan. Upon
motion the documents were received and filed
and Resolution No. 41-16 Approving amend-
ments to the Section 8 Administrative Plan
was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 41-16
APPROVING AMENDMENTS TO THE SEC-
TION 8 ADMINISTRATIVE PLAN
Whereas, the City of Dubuque is designat-
ed as a Public Housing Authority; and
Whereas, the City of Dubuque maintains a
comprehensive Public Housing Agency Plan;
and
Whereas, the City of Dubuque desires to
amend said Public Housing Agency Plan; and
Whereas, said amendments are approved
by HUD, Resident Advisory Board and the
Housing Commission, the amendments must
be approved by resolution of the City Council
for adoption and implementation; and
Whereas, the Housing Commission held a
public meeting on January 26, 2016; and
Whereas, the Housing Commission voted
to approve said amendments and recom-
mended approval by the City Council.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the Section 8 Administra-
tive Plan is hereby amended to adopt the
changes to the Plan adjusting arrival time for
applicants to attend briefings, attached hereto
as Exhibit A.
Section 2. That the Section 8 Administra-
tive Plan is hereby amended to adopt the
changes to the Plan for processing interim
reexaminations, attached hereto as Exhibit B.
Section 3. That the Section 8 Administra-
tive Plan is hereby amended to adopt the
changes to the Plan setting the minimum rent
for this locality at $0.00 and removing hardship
exemptions, attached hereto as Exhibit C.
Passed, approved and adopted this 15th
day of February, 2016
Roy D Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
15. Storybook Hill Children's Zoo Boosters
- Request to Construct Pavilion: City Manager
recommending approval for the Storybook Hill
Children’s Zoo Boosters to construct a second
new open air pavilion on the ground they lease
from the City at Franklin D. Roosevelt Park.
Upon motion the documents were received,
filed and approved.
16. Stone Cliff Winery License and Lease
Agreement: City Manager recommending ap-
proval of the renewal of the License Agree-
ment with Stone Cliff Winery for a section of
the Amphitheater and approval of a new Lease
Agreement for their outdoor patio pergola
through December 31, 2016. Upon motion the
documents were received, filed and approved.
17. Award Timber Hyrst #4 North Line San-
itary Sewer Project: City Manager recommend-
ing that the award for the Timber Hyrst Estates
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#4 Sanitary Sewer North Line Project to Con-
nolly Construction, Inc., be officially recorded
in the minutes of the City Council. Upon mo-
tion the documents were received, filed and
made a Matter of Record.
18. Timber Hyrst #4 South Line Sanitary
Sewer Project Award: City Manager recom-
mending that the award for the Timber Hyrst
Estates #4 Sanitary Sewer South Line Project
to Connolly Construction, Inc. be officially rec-
orded in the minutes of the City Council. Upon
motion the documents were received, filed and
made a Matter of Record.
19. NW Arterial Fiber Optics - John F.
Kennedy Road to US 52 Project Award: City
Manager recommending that the award for the
Northwest Arterial Fiber Optics - JFK to US 52
Project to Portzen Construction, Inc. be offi-
cially recorded in the minutes of the City
Council. Upon motion the documents were
received, filed and made a Matter of Record.
20. Alcohol License Applications: City
Manager recommending approval of annual
beer, liquor and wine licenses as submitted.
Upon motion the documents were received
and filed and Resolution No. 42-16 Approving
applications for beer, liquor, and/or wine per-
mits, as required by City of Dubuque Code of
Ordinances Title 4 Business and License Reg-
ulations, Chapter 2 Liquor Control, Article B
Liquor, Beer and Wine Licenses and Permits
was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 42-16
APPROVING APPLICATIONS FOR BEER,
LIQUOR, AND/OR WINE PERMITS, AS RE-
QUIRED BY CITY OF DUBUQUE CODE OF
ORDINANCES TITLE 4 BUSINESS AND LI-
CENSE REGULATIONS, CHAPTER 2 LIQ-
UOR CONTROL, ARTICLE B LIQUOR,
BEER AND WINE LICENSES AND PERMITS
Whereas, applications for Beer, Liquor,
and or Wine Permits have been submitted and
filed with the City Council for approval and the
same have been examined and approved; and
Whereas, the premises to be occupied by
such applicants were inspected and found to
comply with the Ordinances of the City and the
applicants have filed the proper fees and
bonds and otherwise complied with the re-
quirements of the Code of Ordinances.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The City Clerk is hereby author-
ized and directed to cause to be issued the
noted permit types to the following applicants
pending submission of the locally required
documentation:
Renewal
Big 10 Mart, 2100 J.F. Kennedy Rd., Class C
beer, Class B Native Wine (Sunday)
Dubuque Mining Co., 555 JFK Rd Kennedy
Mall Suite #600, Class C Liquor (Outdoor)
(Sunday)
Exxtreme Pub, From 1701 Central Ave., Class
C Liquor (Sunday)
Hammerheads Bar & Billiards, 2095 Kerper
Blvd, Class C Liquor (Sunday)
Hy-Vee Market Cafe #3, 400 Locust St., Class
C Liquor (Sunday)
Northside Bar, Inc., 2776 Jackson St., Class C
Liquor (Outdoor) (Sunday)
Oky Doky #8 Foods, 535 Hill St. Suite A, Class
C Beer, Class B Wine (Sunday)
The Clubhouse, 2364 Washington St., Class C
Liquor
Town Clock Inn, 799 Town Clock Plaza, Class
C Liquor
Wild Coyote Saloon, 1902 Central Ave., Class
C Liquor (Sunday)
Permanent Transfer
Exxtreme Pub, From 1701 Central Ave. to
1700 Central Ave., Class C Liquor (Sunday)
Passed, approved and adopted this 15th
day of February, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
ITEMS SET FOR PUBLIC HEARING
Motion by Lynch to receive and file the
documents, adopt the resolutions, set the pub-
lic hearings as indicated, and direct the City
Clerk to publish notice as prescribed by law.
Seconded by Jones. Motion carried 7-0.
1. Heeb Street Retaining Wall Reconstruc-
tion Project: City Manager recommending initi-
ation of the public bidding process for the
Heeb Street Retaining Wall Reconstruction
Project, and further recommends that a public
hearing be set for March 7, 2016. Upon motion
the documents were received and filed and
Resolution No. 43-16 Heeb Street Retaining
Wall Project - 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
was adopted setting a public hearing for a
meeting to commence at 6:30 p.m. on March
7, 2016 in the Historic Federal Building.
RESOLUTION NO. 43-16
HEEB STREET RETAINING WALL PRO-
JECT PRELIMINARY APPROVAL OF
PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CON-
TRACT, AND ESTIMATED COST; SETTING
DATE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON PLANS,
SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT,
AND ESTIMATED COST; AND ORDERING
THE ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
Book 146 Regular Session, February 15, 2016 39
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
The proposed plans, specifications, form of
contract and estimated cost for the Heeb
Street Retaining Wall Project in the estimated
amount $242,543.45, are hereby preliminarily
approved and ordered filed in the office of the
City Clerk for public inspection.
A public hearing will be held on the 7th day
of March, 2016 at 6:30 p.m. in the Historic
Federal Building Council Chambers at which
time interested persons may appear and be
heard for or against the proposed plans and
specifications, form of contract and estimated
cost of said Project, and the City Clerk be and
is hereby directed to cause the attached notice
of the time and place of such hearing to be
published in a newspaper having general cir-
culation in the City of Dubuque, Iowa which
notice shall be published not less than four
days nor more than twenty days prior to the
date of such hearing. At the hearing, any inter-
ested person may appear and file objections to
the proposed plans, specifications, form of
contract, or estimated cost of the Project.
The Heeb Street Retaining Wall Project is
hereby ordered to be advertised for bids for
construction.
The amount of the security to accompany
each bid shall be in an amount which shall
conform to the provisions of the Notice to Bid-
ders hereby approved.
The City Clerk is hereby directed to adver-
tise for bids for the construction of the im-
provements herein provided, by publishing the
attached Notice to Bidders to be published in a
newspaper having general circulation in the
City of Dubuque, Iowa which notice shall be
published not less than four but not more than
forty-five days before the date for filing bids
before 2:00 p.m. on the 10th day of March,
2016. Bids shall be opened and read by the
City Clerk at said time and will be submitted to
the City Council for final action at 6:30 p.m. on
the 21st day of March, 2016, in the Historic
Federal Building Council Chambers (second
floor), 350 West 6th Street, Dubuque, Iowa.
Passed, adopted and approved this 15th
day of February, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
2. 2016 Bridge Repair Maintenance Pro-
ject: City Manager recommending initiation of
the public bidding procedure for the 2016
Bridge Repairs and Maintenance Project, and
further recommends that a public hearing be
set for March 7, 2016. Upon motion the docu-
ments were received and filed and Resolution
No. 44-16 2016 Bridge Repairs and Mainte-
nance Project - 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
was adopted setting a public hearing for a
meeting to commence at 6:30 p.m. on March
7, 2016 in the Historic Federal Building.
RESOLUTION NO. 44-16
2016 BRIDGE REPAIRS AND MAINTE-
NANCE PROJECT
PRELIMINARY APPROVAL OF PLANS,
SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT,
AND ESTIMATED COST; SETTING DATE
OF PUBLIC HEARING ON PLANS, SPECI-
FICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND
ESTIMATED COST; AND ORDERING THE
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
The proposed plans, specifications, form of
contract and estimated cost for the 2016
Bridge Repairs and Maintenance Project in the
estimated amount $175,700.00, are hereby
preliminarily approved and ordered filed in the
office of the City Clerk for public inspection.
A public hearing will be held on the 7th day
of March, 2016 at 6:30 p.m. in the Historic
Federal Building Council Chambers at which
time interested persons may appear and be
heard for or against the proposed plans and
specifications, form of contract and estimated
cost of said Project, and the City Clerk be and
is hereby directed to cause the attached notice
of the time and place of such hearing to be
published in a newspaper having general cir-
culation in the City of Dubuque, Iowa which
notice shall be published not less than four
days nor more than twenty days prior to the
date of such hearing. At the hearing, any inter-
ested person may appear and file objections to
the proposed plans, specifications, form of
contract, or estimated cost of the Project.
The 2016 Bridge Repairs and Maintenance
Project is hereby ordered to be advertised for
bids for construction.
The amount of the security to accompany
each bid shall be in an amount which shall
conform to the provisions of the Notice to Bid-
ders hereby approved.
The City Clerk is hereby directed to adver-
tise for bids for the construction of the im-
provements herein provided, by publishing the
attached Notice to Bidders to be published in a
newspaper having general circulation in the
City of Dubuque, Iowa which notice shall be
published not less than four but not more than
forty-five days before the date for filing bids
before 2:00 p.m. on the 10th day of March,
2016. Bids shall be opened and read by the
City Clerk at said time and will be submitted to
the City Council for final action at 6:30 p.m. on
the 21st day of March, 2016, in the Historic
Book 146 Regular Session February 15, 2016 40
Federal Building Council Chambers (second
floor), 350 West 6th Street, Dubuque, Iowa.
Passed, adopted and approved this 15th
day of February, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
BOARDS/COMMISSIONS
Appointments to the following commissions
were made at this meeting.
1. Community Development Advisory
Commission: Two, 3-year terms through Feb-
ruary 15, 2019 (Expiring terms of Caldwell as
LMI Area Representative and Hinke as At-
Large). Applicants: Theresa Caldwell, 1633
Elm St. (qualifies for LMI Area Representa-
tive); Michelle Hinke, 973 Patricia Ann Dr.
(qualifies for At-Large). Motion by Connors to
appoint Teresa Caldwell and Michelle Hinke to
3-year terms through February 15, 2019 with
the respective LMI Area and At-Large designa-
tions. Seconded by Resnick. Motion carried 7-
0.
2. Sister City Relationships Advisory
Commission: One, 3-year term through Febru-
ary 1, 2019 (Expiring term of Thurn). Applicant:
Louise Thurn, 3037 Kaufmann Ave. Motion by
Connors to appoint Louise Thurn to a 3-year
term. Seconded by Jones. Motion carried 7-0.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Upon motion the rules were suspended al-
lowing anyone present to address the City
Council on the following items.
1. Dubuque City Hall - Electrical Service
Project: Proof of publication on notice of public
hearing to approve the construction plans,
specifications, form of contract, and estimated
cost of the Dubuque City Hall Electrical Ser-
vice Project and the City Manager recom-
mending approval. Motion by Jones to receive
and file the documents and adopt Resolution
No. 45-16 Approval of plans, specifications,
form of contract, and estimated cost for the
Dubuque City Hall - Electrical Service Project.
Seconded by Connors. Motion carried 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 45-16
APPROVAL OF PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS,
FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATED
COST FOR THE DUBUQUE CITY HALL -
ELECTRICAL SERVICE PROJECT
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
That the proposed plans, specifications,
form of contract and estimated cost for the
Dubuque City Hall - Electrical Service Project,
in the estimated amount $49,500.00, are here-
by approved.
Passed, adopted and approved this 15th
day of February, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
2. FY 2016 Sanitary Sewer Cured-in-Place
Pipe (CIPP) Lining Project: Proof of publication
on notice of public hearing to consider approv-
al of the construction plans, specifications,
form of contract and estimated cost for the FY
2016 Sanitary Sewer Cured-in-Place Pipe
(CIPP) Lining Project and the City Manager
recommending approval. Motion by Connors to
receive and file the documents and adopt
Resolution No. 46-16 Approval of plans, speci-
fications, form of contract, and estimated cost
for the FY16 Sanitary Sewer Cured-in-Place
Pipe (CIPP) Lining Project. Seconded by
Lynch. City Engineer Gus Psihoyos responded
to questions from the City Council regarding
the economy and longevity of the CIPP pro-
cess. Motion carried 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 46-16
APPROVAL OF PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS,
FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATED
COST FOR THE FY16 SANITARY SEWER
CURED-IN-PLACE PIPE (CIPP) LINING
PROJECT
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
That the proposed plans, specifications,
form of contract and estimated cost for the
FY16 Sanitary Sewer Cured-in-Place Pipe
(CIPP) Lining Project, in the estimated amount
$580,000.00, are hereby approved.
Passed, adopted and approved this 15th
day of February, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
3. Intent to Dispose of Property - Curtiss-
McEvoy Streets Lot: Proof of publication on
notice of public hearing to consider the dis-
posal of City-owned property at Curtiss and
McEvoy Streets to Routely Construction, LLC,
and the City Manager recommending approv-
al. Motion by Jones to receive and file the
documents and adopt Resolution No. 47-16
Disposing of an interest in real property by
Deed to Routely Construction, LLC. Seconded
by Resnick. Motion carried 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 47-16
DISPOSING OF AN INTEREST IN REAL
PROPERTY BY DEED TO ROUTLEY CON-
STRUCTION, LLC
Whereas, the City of Dubuque, Iowa (City)
is the owner of the following real property (the
Property):
Book 146 Regular Session, February 15, 2016 41
Lot 1 of Bonson & Stewart Place, in the
City of Dubuque, Iowa; and
Whereas, City and Routley Construction,
LLC have entered into an Agreement pursuant
to which City will convey the Property to Rout-
ley Construction, LLC; and
Whereas, on February 15, 2016, the City
Council pursuant to notice published as re-
quired by law held a public hearing on its intent
to dispose of the foregoing interest in the
Property and overruled all objections thereto;
and
Whereas, the City Council finds that it is in
the best interest of the City to approve the
disposition of the Property.
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 execute a Quit Claim Deed
disposing of all of the City's right, title and in-
terest in the Property to Routley Construction,
LLC.
Section 2. The City Attorney is authorized
to take such further action as is necessary to
finalize the sale of the Property.
Passed, approved and adopted this 15th
day of February, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
4. Intent to Dispose of Property - 2008
Foye Street: Proof of publication on notice of
public hearing to consider approval to dispose
of City-owned property at 2008 Foye Street to
David and Ellen Rath and the City Manager
recommending approval. Motion by Connors to
receive and file the documents and adopt
Resolution No. 48-16 Disposing of City Interest
in real property located at 2008 Foye Street, in
the City of Dubuque, Iowa. Seconded by
Lynch. City Manager Van Milligen responded
to questions from the City Council regarding
the use of the International Building Code and
International Property Maintenance Code as
they apply or might have applied in this case.
Motion carried 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 48-16
DISPOSING OF CITY INTEREST IN REAL
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2008 FOYE
STREET, IN THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
Whereas, the City Council, by Resolution
No. 34-16, dated February 1, 2016, declared
its intent to dispose of City interest in real
property located at 2008 Foye Street, legally
described as:
East 24 feet of Lot 22 in Cox’s Addition
to Dubuque, in the City of Dubuque,
Iowa according to the recorded plat
thereof. (the Property); and
Whereas, pursuant to published notice, a
public hearing was held on the proposed dis-
position on February 15, 2016 at 6:30 p.m. in
the Historic Federal Building, 350 W. 6th
Street, Dubuque, Iowa; and
Whereas, it is the determination of the City
Council that approval of the Offer to Buy and
Contract Agreement for the sale to David and
Ellen Rath according to the terms and condi-
tions set out in the Offer to Buy and Contract
Agreement is in the public interest of the City
of Dubuque.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA;
Section 1. The Offer to Buy and Contract
Agreement by and between the City of Dubu-
que and David and Ellen Rath for the sale of
the Property, a copy attached hereto, is hereby
approved.
Section 2. The Mayor and City Clerk are
hereby authorized and directed to execute a
Special Warranty Deed, conveying the City’s
interest in the Property to David and Ellen
Rath.
Section 3. That the City Clerk is hereby au-
thorized and directed to cause said Special
Warranty Deed to be delivered to the City At-
torney’s Office, together with a certified copy of
the Resolution.
Passed, approved, and adopted this 15th
day of February, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Upon motion the rules were reinstated lim-
iting discussion to the City Council.
ACTION ITEMS
1. Greater Dubuque Development Corpo-
ration (GDDC): Mark Seckman, Vice President
of National Marketing for GDDC, made a brief
verbal presentation about the new economic
development project, RIE Coatings locating to
the Dubuque Industrial Center Mr. Seckman
addressed the history of planning the project,
applicable incentives; the success of pub-
lic/private partnerships in Dubuque and
thanked the Council and staff for their support
and foresight with regard to business expan-
sion in the Dubuque Industrial Center.
2. Historic Preservation Commission - Old
Jail Sign: Historic Preservation Commission
recommending approval of the redesign and
monument materials without an electronic
message center for a new limestone sign at
the Old Jail Museum Office of Veteran's Affairs
and further recommends conditions should the
Council feel an electronic message center
component is needed. Restated Motion by
Connors to receive and file the documents and
approve the Historic Preservation Commission
recommendation with the electronic message
Book 146 Regular Session February 15, 2016 42
center conditions. Seconded by Lynch. Plan-
ning Services Manager Laura Carstens re-
sponded to questions and provided a staff
report on the design of the sign and clarified
the electronic component conditions. Motion
carried 5-2 with Resnick and Del Toro voting
nay.
3. Port of Dubuque Marina Annual Report
2015: City Manager transmitting the Port of
Dubuque Marina Annual Report for 2015. Mo-
tion by Lynch to receive and file the infor-
mation. Seconded by Rios. Recreation Man-
ager Dan Kroger and Facilities Supervisor Ben
Alden with the Leisure Services Department
provided a report on the usage, marketing, and
economic impact of the marina and conven-
ience store. Motion carried 7-0.
4. General Obligation Bonds Series
2016ABC Directing Advertisement of Sale:
City Manager recommending approval of the
suggested proceedings for directing sale of the
$2,830,000 General Obligation Settlement
Bonds, Series 2016A; $11,505,000 General
Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2016B;
$4,155,000 General Obligation Bonds, Series
2016C, and approval of the electronic bidding
procedures, and awarding the Bonds to the
best bidder. Motion by Connors to receive and
file the documents and adopt Resolution No.
49-16 Directing the advertisement for sale of
$2,830,000 (dollar amount subject to change)
General Obligation Bonds, Series 2016A, and
approving electronic bidding procedures and
Official Statement; Resolution No. 50-16 Di-
recting the advertisement for sale of
$11,505,000 (dollar amount subject to change)
General Obligation Refunding Bonds Series
2016B, and approving the electronic bidding
procedures and Official Statement; and Reso-
lution No. 51-16 Directing the advertisement
for sale of $4,155,000 (dollar amount subject
to change) General Obligation Bonds Series
2016C, and approving the electronic bidding
procedures and Official Statement. Seconded
by Jones. Motion carried 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 49-16
DIRECTING THE ADVERTISEMENT FOR
SALE OF $2,830,000 (DOLLAR AMOUNT
SUBJECT TO CHANGE) GENERAL OBLI-
GATION BONDS, SERIES 2016A, AND AP-
PROVING ELECTRONIC BIDDING PROCE-
DURES AND OFFICIAL STATEMENT
Whereas, the Issuer is in need of funds to
pay costs of settlement of any part or all of the
legal indebtedness of a city, whether evi-
denced by bonds, warrants, or judgments, or
the funding or refunding of the same, whether
or not such indebtedness was created for a
purpose for which general obligation bonds
might have been issued in the original in-
stance, an essential corporate purpose, and it
is deemed necessary and advisable that Gen-
eral Obligation Bonds, to the amount of not to
exceed $3,000,000 be authorized for said pur-
pose; and
Whereas, pursuant to notice published as
required by Section 384.25 of the Code of Io-
wa this Council has held a public meeting and
hearing upon the proposal to institute proceed-
ings for the issuance of the Bonds, and the
Council is therefore now authorized to proceed
with the issuance of said Bonds for such pur-
pose; and
Whereas, in conjunction with its Municipal
Advisor, Independent Public Advisors, LLC,
the City has caused a Preliminary Official
Statement to be prepared outlining the details
of the proposed sale of the Bonds; and
Whereas, the Council has received infor-
mation from its Municipal Advisor evaluating
and recommending the procedure hereinafter
described for electronic, facsimile and internet
bidding to maintain the integrity and security of
the competitive bidding process and to facili-
tate the delivery of bids by interested parties;
and
Whereas, the Council deems it in the best
interests of the City and the residents thereof
to receive bids to purchase such Bonds by
means of both sealed and electronic internet
communication.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, STATE OF IOWA:
Section 1. That the receipt of electronic
bids by facsimile machine and through the
Parity Competitive Bidding System described
in the Notice of Sale and Official Statement are
hereby found and determined to provide rea-
sonable security and to maintain the integrity
of the competitive bidding process, and to fa-
cilitate the delivery of bids by interested parties
in connection with the offering at public sale.
Section 2. That General Obligation Bonds,
Series 2016A, of City of Dubuque, State of
Iowa in the amount of $2,830,000 (Dollar
Amount Subject to Change), to be issued as
referred to in the preamble of this Resolution,
to be dated April 4, 2016, be offered for sale
pursuant to the published advertisement.
Section 3. That the preliminary Official
Statement in the form presented to this meet-
ing be and the same hereby is approved as to
form and deemed final for purposes of Rule
15c2-12 of the Securities and Exchange
Commission, subject to such revisions, correc-
tions or modifications as the Mayor and City
Clerk, upon the advice of bond counsel and
the City's Financial Advisor, shall determine to
be appropriate, and is authorized to be distrib-
uted in connection with the offering of the
Bonds for sale.
Book 146 Regular Session, February 15, 2016 43
Section 4. That the Clerk is hereby directed
to publish notice of sale of the Bonds at least
once, the last one of which shall be not less
than four clear days nor more than twenty
days before the date of the sale. Publication
shall be made in the “Telegraph Herald”, a
legal newspaper, printed wholly in the English
language, published within the county in which
the Bonds are to be offered for sale or an ad-
jacent county. The notice is given pursuant to
Chapter 75 of the Code of Iowa, and shall
state that this Council, on the 7th day of March,
2016, at 6:30 P.M., will hold a meeting to re-
ceive and act upon bids for said Bonds, which
bids were previously received and opened by
City Officials at 11:00 A.M. on said date.
Passed and approved this 15th day of Feb-
ruary, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
RESOLUTION NO. 50-16
DIRECTING THE ADVERTISEMENT FOR
SALE OF $11,505,000 (DOLLAR AMOUNT
SUBJECT TO CHANGE) GENERAL OBLI-
GATION REFUNDING BONDS, SERIES
2016B, AND APPROVING ELECTRONIC
BIDDING PROCEDURES AND OFFICIAL
STATEMENT
Whereas, the Issuer is in need of funds to
pay costs of settlement, adjustment, renewing,
or extension of any part or all of the legal in-
debtedness of a city, whether evidenced by
bonds, warrants, or judgments, or the funding
or refunding of the same, whether or not such
indebtedness was created for a purpose for
which general obligation bonds might have
been issued in the original instance, an essen-
tial corporate purpose, and it is deemed nec-
essary and advisable that General Obligation
Refunding Bonds, to the amount of not to ex-
ceed $15,555,000 be authorized for said pur-
pose; and
Whereas, pursuant to notice published as
required by Section 384.25 of the Code of Io-
wa, this Council has held a public meeting and
hearing upon the proposal to institute proceed-
ings for the issuance of the Bonds, and the
Council is therefore now authorized to proceed
with the issuance of said Bonds for such pur-
pose; and
Whereas, in conjunction with its Municipal
Advisor, Independent Public Advisors, LLC,
the City has caused a Preliminary Official
Statement to be prepared outlining the details
of the proposed sale of the Bonds; and
Whereas, the Council has received infor-
mation from its Municipal Advisor evaluating
and recommending the procedure hereinafter
described for electronic, facsimile and internet
bidding to maintain the integrity and security of
the competitive bidding process and to facili-
tate the delivery of bids by interested parties;
and
Whereas, the Council deems it in the best
interests of the City and the residents thereof
to receive bids to purchase such Bonds by
means of both sealed and electronic internet
communication.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, STATE OF IOWA:
Section 1. That the receipt of electronic
bids by facsimile machine and through the
Parity Competitive Bidding System described
in the Notice of Sale and Official Statement are
hereby found and determined to provide rea-
sonable security and to maintain the integrity
of the competitive bidding process, and to fa-
cilitate the delivery of bids by interested parties
in connection with the offering at public sale.
Section 2. That General Obligation Refund-
ing Bonds, Series 2016B, of City of Dubuque,
State of Iowa in the amount of $11,505,000
(Dollar Amount Subject to Change), to be is-
sued as referred to in the preamble of this
Resolution, to be dated April 4, 2016, be of-
fered for sale pursuant to the published adver-
tisement.
Section 3. That the preliminary Official
Statement in the form presented to this meet-
ing be and the same hereby is approved as to
form and deemed final for purposes of Rule
15c2-12 of the Securities and Exchange
Commission, subject to such revisions, correc-
tions or modifications as the Mayor and City
Clerk, upon the advice of bond counsel and
the City's Financial Advisor, shall determine to
be appropriate, and is authorized to be distrib-
uted in connection with the offering of the
Bonds for sale.
Section 4. That the Clerk is hereby directed
to publish notice of sale of the Bonds at least
once, the last one of which shall be not less
than four clear days nor more than twenty
days before the date of the sale. Publication
shall be made in the “Telegraph Herald”, a
legal newspaper, printed wholly in the English
language, published within the county in which
the Bonds are to be offered for sale or an ad-
jacent county. The notice is given pursuant to
Chapter 75 of the Code of Iowa, and shall
state that this Council, on the 7th day of
March, 2016, at 6:30 P.M., will hold a meeting
to receive and act upon bids for said Bonds,
which bids were previously received and
opened by City Officials at 11:00 A.M. on said
date.
Passed and approved this 15th day of Feb-
ruary, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Book 146 Regular Session February 15, 2016 44
RESOLUTION NO. 51-16
DIRECTING THE ADVERTISEMENT FOR
SALE OF $4,155,000 (DOLLAR AMOUNT
SUBJECT TO CHANGE) GENERAL OBLI-
GATION BONDS, SERIES 2016C, AND AP-
PROVING ELECTRONIC BIDDING PROCE-
DURES AND OFFICIAL STATEMENT
Whereas, the Issuer is in need of funds to
pay costs of:
a) the opening, widening, extending, grad-
ing, and draining of the right-of-way of
streets, highways, avenues, alleys and
public grounds;
b) the acquisition, construction, reconstruc-
tion, extension, improvement, and
equipping of works and facilities useful
for the collection, treatment, and dis-
posal of sewage and industrial waste in
a sanitary manner and for the collection
and disposal of surface waters and
streams;
c) the reconstruction, extension and im-
provement of an airport owned or oper-
ated by the city;
d) the acquisition, construction, reconstruc-
tion, improvement, repair, and equip-
ping of waterworks, water mains, and
extensions, and real and personal
property, useful for providing potable
water to residents of a city, essential
corporate purposes, and it is deemed
necessary and advisable that General
Obligation Bonds, to the amount of Not
to Exceed $15,555,000 be authorized
for said purposes; and
Whereas, pursuant to notice published as
required by Section 384.25 of the Code of Io-
wa, this Council has held a public meeting and
hearing upon the proposal to institute proceed-
ings for the issuance of the Bonds, and the
Council is therefore now authorized to proceed
with the issuance of said Bonds for such pur-
poses; and
Whereas, the City is in need of funds to
pay costs of improvement and equipping of the
Federal Building and Ham House, general
corporate purposes, and it is deemed neces-
sary and advisable that General Obligation
Bonds, to the amount of not to exceed
$505,000 be authorized for said purposes; and
Whereas, the Issuer has a population of
more than 5,000 but not more than 75,000,
and the Bonds for these purposes do not ex-
ceed $700,000; and
Whereas, pursuant to notice published as
required by Section 384.26 of the Code of Io-
wa, the Council of the City has held public
meeting and hearing upon the proposal to in-
stitute proceedings for the issuance of Bonds
for general corporate purposes in the amounts
as above set forth, and, no petition for referen-
dum having been received, the Council is
therefore now authorized to proceed with the
issuance of said Bonds for such purposes; and
Whereas, in conjunction with its Municipal
Advisor, Independent Public Advisors, LLC,
the City has caused a Preliminary Official
Statement to be prepared outlining the details
of the proposed sale of the Bonds; and
Whereas, the Council has received infor-
mation from its Municipal Advisor evaluating
and recommending the procedure hereinafter
described for electronic, facsimile and internet
bidding to maintain the integrity and security of
the competitive bidding process and to facili-
tate the delivery of bids by interested parties;
and
Whereas, the Council deems it in the best
interests of the City and the residents thereof
to receive bids to purchase such Bonds by
means of both sealed and electronic internet
communication.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, STATE OF IOWA:
Section 1. That the receipt of electronic
bids by facsimile machine and through the
Parity Competitive Bidding System described
in the Notice of Sale and Official Statement are
hereby found and determined to provide rea-
sonable security and to maintain the integrity
of the competitive bidding process, and to fa-
cilitate the delivery of bids by interested parties
in connection with the offering at public sale.
Section 2. That General Obligation Bonds,
Series 2016C, of City of Dubuque, State of
Iowa in the amount of $4,155,000 (Dollar
Amount Subject to Change), to be issued as
referred to in the preamble of this Resolution,
to be dated April 4, 2016, be offered for sale
pursuant to the published advertisement.
Section 3. That the preliminary Official
Statement in the form presented to this meet-
ing be and the same hereby is approved as to
form and deemed final for purposes of Rule
15c2-12 of the Securities and Exchange
Commission, subject to such revisions, correc-
tions or modifications as the Mayor and City
Clerk, upon the advice of bond counsel and
the City's Financial Advisor, shall determine to
be appropriate, and is authorized to be distrib-
uted in connection with the offering of the
Bonds for sale.
Section 4. That the Clerk is hereby directed
to publish notice of sale of the Bonds at least
once, the last one of which shall be not less
than four clear days nor more than twenty
days before the date of the sale. Publication
shall be made in the “Telegraph Herald”, a
legal newspaper, printed wholly in the English
language, published within the county in which
the Bonds are to be offered for sale or an ad-
jacent county. The notice is given pursuant to
Chapter 75 of the Code of Iowa, and shall
state that this Council, on the 7th day of
March, 2016, at 6:30 P.M., will hold a meeting
Book 146 Regular Session, February 15, 2016 45
to receive and act upon bids for said Bonds,
which bids were previously received and
opened by City Officials at 11:00 A.M. on said
date.
Passed and approved this 15th day of Feb-
ruary, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
5. Safe and Sustainable Snowfighting
Award: City Manager transmitting information
on the City receiving the Safe and Sustainable
Snowfighting Award from the North American
Salt Institute. Motion by Connors to receive
and file the documents. Seconded by Resnick.
Public Works Director Don Vogt read high-
lights of the award from the documentation
and thanked Street Maintenance Supervisor
John Klostermann who was present. City
Council thanked and congratulated staff. Mo-
tion carried 7-0.
6. Insurance Services Office Rating: The
City Manager transmitting information about
the City of Dubuque's Insurance Services Of-
fice (ISO) rating related to the City's fire pro-
tection ability being upgraded to Class 2. Mo-
tion by Jones to receive and file the docu-
ments. Seconded by Resnick. City Council
thanked and congratulated staff. Motion car-
ried 7-0.
7. Amended Fiscal Year 2017 Budget
Recommendation: City Manager recommend-
ing the position of Training and Workforce De-
velopment Coordinator be added to the list of
frozen positions for Fiscal Year 2017. Motion
by Lynch to receive and file the documents.
Seconded by Rios. Responding to questions
from the City Council, City Manager Van Milli-
gen made the distinction between the number
of full-time equivalent employees and the total
number of active employees. The City Council
thanked Andre Lessears for his work with the
City. Motion carried 7-0.
8. Key West Drive Water Main Extension:
City Manager recommending approval of a
water main extension along Key West Drive
ahead of the previous Fiscal Year 2017
schedule. Motion by Connors to receive and
file the documents and approve the recom-
mendation. Seconded by Jones. City Manager
Van Milligen and Water Department Manager
Bob Green responded to questions from the
City Council regarding the timing of the project,
the cost comparisons related to private con-
nections now or later, and the water quality in
that area. Motion carried 7-0.
COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS
Council Member Del Toro asked for and
received Council concurrence for an agenda
item to discuss moving the Public Input section
forward in the agenda. Council Member Lynch
asked staff to provide history on public input
from the last year. Staff will prepare the item
for a future agenda.
There being no further business, upon mo-
tion the City Council adjourned at 8:12 p.m.
The City Council met in a non-public meet-
ing to discuss Collective Bargaining pursuant
to Chapter 20.17(3) Code of Iowa.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, CMC, City Clerk
Book 146 Special Session February 17, 2016 46
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
SPECIAL SESSION
OFFICIAL
Council met in special session at 6:30 p.m.
on February 17, 2016 in the Historic Federal
Building.
Present: Mayor Buol, Council Members
Connors, Del Toro, Jones, Lynch, Resnick,
Rios; City Manager Michael Van Milligen
Mayor Buol read the call and stated this is
a special session of the City Council called for
the purpose of discussing various City depart-
mental Fiscal Year 2017 budgets.
PUBLIC HEARING
Upon motion the rules were suspended al-
lowing anyone present to address the City
Council on the following item.
1. Community Development Block Grant
(CDBG) FY 2017 (Program Year 2016) Annual
Action Plan: Motion by Connors to receive and
file the documents and conduct the public
hearing. Seconded by Lynch. Motion carried 7-
0. Housing Assistance Specialist Erica Haugen
provided a slide presentation on the activities
and budget of the Community Block Grant
Annual Action Plan. Ms. Haugen responded to
questions from the City Council related to mar-
keting public awareness of the program, and
comparisons to other cities. Following the
presentation, Joe Noll, President of the Down-
town Neighborhood Association and former
member of the Safe Community Task Force,
expressed his thoughts on the perception of
crime downtown, improvements the city has
made, landlord responsibilities and property
maintenance and the City’s rental inspection
process.
Upon motion the rules were reinstated lim-
iting discussion to the City Council.
FISCAL YEAR 2017 DEPARTMENTAL
BUDGET REVIEW
Fiscal Year 2017 City departmental budg-
ets were presented by staff from the following
departments:
Housing & Community Development De-
partment: Alvin Nash, Housing and Community
Development Director; Erica Haugen, Housing
Assistance Specialist; Kim Glaser, Lead Paint
Assistant; and Ermina Soler, Circles Coach.
Parking Division: Tim Horsfield, Parking
System Supervisor.
Transit Division: Candace Eudaley-
Loebach, Transit Manager.
Economic Development Department: Mau-
rice Jones, Economic Development Director.
The City Council had discussion with the
representative of each department following
their respective presentations.
Following the Housing and Community De-
velopment budget presentation, first-time
homebuyer Diana Robison, Circles Volunteer
Joe Gonzales, and Circles Graduate Nia
Gleason provided testimonials; Washington
Neighborhood leader Janice Cradieth thanked
the Housing staff.
Following the Transit Division budget
presentation, Loras College Student Body
Representative Nick Utter spoke in support of
the Night Rider Bus Route and what the col-
leges/universities are doing to help fund it.
Vice Chair of the Transit Advisory Board
R.R.S. Stewart spoke in support of the Night
Rider Route and the requested budget im-
provement packages. DuRide Director Greg
Orwoll provide history and successes of the
DuRide program and thanked Council.
Following the Economic Development De-
partment budget presentation, Arts and Cul-
tural Affairs Advisory Commission Member
Kay Kluseman spoke in support of the City’s
arts programs. Dean Boles, expressed his
concerns about poverty in Dubuque. Rick
Dickinson, Executive Director of the Greater
Dubuque Development Corporation, ad-
dressed Mr. Boles’ concerns and spoke of the
relationship GDDC has with each department
that presented. David Schmitz, Dubuque Mu-
seum of Art Director, spoke in support of the
Economic Development Department and the
impact of the arts on social capital.
There being no further business, upon mo-
tion the City Council adjourned at 9:36 p.m.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, CMC, City Clerk
Book 146 Special Session, February 18, 2016 47
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
SPECIAL SESSION
OFFICIAL
Council met in special session at 6:30 p.m.
on February 18, 2016 in the Historic Federal
Building.
Present: Mayor Buol, Council Members
Connors, Del Toro, Jones, Lynch, Resnick,
Rios; City Manager Michael Van Milligen
Mayor Buol read the call and stated this is
a special session of the City Council called for
the purpose of discussing various City depart-
mental Fiscal Year 2017 budgets.
FISCAL YEAR 2017 DEPARTMENTAL
BUDGET REVIEW
Fiscal Year 2017 City departmental budg-
ets were presented by staff from the following
departments:
Purchase of Services: There was no staff
presentation or public input.
Leisure Services: Marie Ware, Leisure
Services Manager presented a video on the
department and introduced staff who present-
ed on their respective divisions.
Park Division: Steve Fehsal, Park Division
Manager.
Multicultural Family Center: Sarah Peter-
son, Acting Director; the new MFC Director
Farris Muhammad was introduced.
AmeriCorps/VISTA: Mary Bridget Corken-
Deutsch, AmeriCorps Program Coordinator
Recreation Division: Dan Kroger, Recrea-
tion Division Manager.
Five Flags Civic Center: Marie Ware, Lei-
sure Services Manager. H.R. Cook, the Cen-
ter’s new general manager for SMG was intro-
duced and spoke in support of the Center’s
viability and economic impact.
Grand River Center (Conference Center):
Marie Ware, Leisure Services Manager.
The City Council had discussion with the
representatives of each department following
their respective presentations.
Following the Park and Recreation Divi-
sion’s presentations, Park and Recreation
Commission Kate Larson spoke in support of
staff and addressed decreased staffing and
increased work levels of today compared to
previous decades. Rob McDonald spoke in
support of the Port of Dubuque Marina but
questioned its amenities’ economic sustaina-
bility.
Following the Five Flags Civic Center
presentation, Holiday Inn General Manager
Norm Granback, Five Flags Civic Center
Commission Members McKenzie Hill and
Bryce Parks, and Dubuque Symphony Orches-
tra Executive Director Mark Wahlert spoke in
support of the Center’s viability and economic
impact.
There being no further business, upon mo-
tion the City Council adjourned at 9:35 p.m.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, CMC, City Clerk
Book 146 Special Sessions February 22 and 24, 2016 48
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
SPECIAL SESSION
OFFICIAL
The Dubuque City Council met in special
session at 6:30 p.m. on February 22, 2016 in
the Historic Federal Building.
Present: Mayor Buol, Council Members
Connors, Del Toro, Jones, Lynch, Resnick,
Rios; City Manager Michael Van Milligen
Mayor Buol read the call and stated this is
a special session of the City Council called for
the purpose of discussing various City depart-
mental Fiscal Year 2017 budgets.
FISCAL YEAR 2017 DEPARTMENTAL
BUDGET REVIEW
Fiscal Year 2017 City departmental budg-
ets were presented by staff from the following
departments:
Emergency Management: Tom Berger,
Emergency Management Coordinator.
Emergency Communications: Mark Mur-
phy, Emergency Communications Manager.
Police Department: Mark Dalsing, Police
Chief.
Fire Department: Rick Steines, Fire Chief.
Building Services: Cindy Steinhauser, Act-
ing Building Services Manager. Incoming
Building Services Manager Todd Carr was
introduced.
The City Council had discussion with the
representatives of each department following
their respective presentations.
There being no further business, upon mo-
tion the City Council adjourned at 8:48 p.m.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, CMC, City Clerk
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
SPECIAL SESSION
OFFICIAL
The Dubuque City Council met in special
session at 6:30 p.m. on February 24, 2016 in
the Historic Federal Building.
Present: Mayor Buol; Council Members
Connors, Del Toro, Jones, Lynch, Resnick,
Rios; City Manager Van Milligen
Mayor Buol read the call and stated this is
a special session of the City Council called for
the purpose of conducting such business that
may properly come before the City Council
and to discuss various Fiscal Year 2017 de-
partmental budgets.
CONSENT ITEM
1. Bee Branch Creek Restoration Project
Amendment to Programmatic Agreement: City
Manager recommending authorization for the
City Manager to sign an amendment to the
Programmatic Agreement among the U.S.
Army Corp of Engineers, the Iowa Department
of Natural Resources, the State Historic
Preservation Officer, and the City of Dubuque
in order for the City to proceed with the re-
moval of the duplex at 321-323 E. 22nd Street
to make way for the Bee Branch Creek Resto-
ration Project. Motion by Connors to receive
and file the documents and adopt Resolution
No. 52-16 Authorizing the execution of an
Amendment to the Programmatic Agreement
with the Iowa Department of Natural Re-
sources, the U.S. Army Corp of Engineers,
and the State Historic Preservation Officer
regarding the construction of the Bee Branch
Creek Restoration Project. Seconded by
Lynch. Motion carried 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 52-16
AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF AN
AMENDMENT TO THE PROGRAMMATIC
AGREEMENT WITH THE IOWA DEPART-
MENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES, THE
U.S. ARMY CORP OF ENGINEERS, AND
THE STATE HISTORIC PRESERVATION
OFFICER REGARDING THE CONSTRUC-
TION OF THE BEE BRANCH CREEK RES-
TORATION PROJECT
Whereas, the City of Dubuque (hereinafter,
City) has initiated the restoration of the Bee
Branch Creek (hereinafter, Undertaking) as an
open waterway rather than an enclosed storm
sewer within the City of Dubuque, Dubuque
County, Iowa; and
Book 146 Special Session, February 24, 2016 49
Whereas, the City is using federal funding
from the State Revolving Loan Program (here-
inafter, SRF) authorized by the U.S. Environ-
mental Protection Agency (hereinafter, EPA),
and administered by the Iowa Department of
Natural Resources (hereinafter, IDNR); and
Whereas, the IDNR, in consultation with
the Iowa State Historic Preservation Officer
(hereinafter, SHPO), determined, pursuant to
36 C.F.R. 800.4(c), that the Undertaking will
have an adverse effect on several properties
and a district eligible for inclusion in the Na-
tional Register of Historic Places; and
Whereas, the SHPO, the City, the USACE,
and the IDNR entered into a Programmatic
Agreement (hereinafter, PA) on May 4, 2010 to
take into account the effects upon historic
properties, and establish that the PA shall
govern the Undertaking and all of its parts until
the PA expires or is terminated; and
Whereas, the Undertaking now requires
the removal of the 321/323 E. 22nd structure, a
structure located within the National Register‐
listed Washington and E. 22nd Historic District;
and
Whereas, the removal of 321/323 E. 22nd
constitutes an adverse impact to a historic
property that necessitates mitigation; and
Whereas, the City owns 429 Rhomberg
Avenue, a corner, multistory, brick building of
similar age and condition as 321-323 E. 22nd
Street; and
Whereas, 429 Rhomberg Avenue is indi-
vidually eligible for listing on the National Reg-
ister of Historic Places; and
Whereas, the SHPO, the City, the USACE,
and the IDNR agree that the rehabilitation of
429 Rhomberg Avenue to ensure eligibility for
state and federal historic tax credits would be
an equitable positive impact to the historic
property; and
Whereas, the SHPO, the City, the USACE,
and the IDNR agree that amending the PA is
appropriate to reflect the increased impact to
the 321/323 E. 22nd structure, outline the re-
habilitation of 429 Rhomberg Avenue, and
establish the expiration date of the PA as May
5, 2025; and
Whereas, it is in the interest of the City to
proceed with the Undertaking in accordance
with the terms outlined in the First Amendment
to the PA.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
The City Manager is hereby authorized to
sign the First Amendment to the Programmatic
Agreement in the draft form attached hereto.
Passed, approved and adopted this 24th
day of February, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
ITEMS SET FOR PUBLIC HEARING
1. Setting Public Hearing on Fiscal Year
2017 City Budget as Amended: City Manager
recommending that a public hearing be set for
March 14, 2016, on the Fiscal Year 2017 City
budget, operating and Capital Improvement
Program, for the City of Dubuque. Motion by
Connors to receive and file the documents and
adopt Resolution No. 53-16 Setting the date
for the public hearing on the Fiscal Year 2017
Recommended Budget as amended for the
City of Dubuque; and Resolution No. 54-16
Setting the date for the public hearing on the
Recommended Five-Year Capital Improve-
ment Program for Fiscal Years 2017 through
2021 for the City of Dubuque that set the pub-
lic hearing for March 14, 2016 at 6:30 p.m. in
the Historic Federal Building. Seconded by
Jones. Motion carried 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 53-16
SETTING THE DATE FOR THE PUBLIC
HEARING ON THE FISCAL YEAR 2017
BUDGET AS AMENDED FOR THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE
Whereas, Iowa Code Section 384.16 pro-
vides that the City Council shall set a time and
place for a public hearing on the Fiscal Year
2017 budget before the final budget certifica-
tion date and shall publish notice before the
hearing as provided in Iowa Code Section
362.3.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the City Council shall con-
duct a public hearing on the proposed Fiscal
Year 2017 budget as amended for the City of
Dubuque in the City Council Chambers at the
Historic Federal Building, 350 West 6th Street,
Dubuque, Iowa on Monday, March 14, 2016,
beginning at 6:30 p.m.
Section 2. That the City Clerk be and is
hereby authorized and directed to publish no-
tice of the public hearing, according to law,
together with the required budget information.
Passed, approved and adopted this 24th
day of February, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
RESOLUTION NO. 54-16
SETTING THE DATE FOR THE PUBLIC
HEARING ON THE FIVE-YEAR CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM FOR FISCAL
YEARS 2017 THROUGH 2021 FOR THE
CITY OF DUBUQUE
Whereas, a proposed Five-Year Capital
Improvement Program for the City of Dubuque
for Fiscal Years 2017 through 2021 has been
prepared and submitted to the City Council;
and
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Whereas, the capital projects for the first
year of the program are included in the Fiscal
Year 2017 budget for the City of Dubuque; and
Whereas, it is deemed to be in the best in-
terest of the City of Dubuque to conduct a pub-
lic hearing and adopt the five-year Capital Im-
provement Program simultaneously with the
public hearing and adoption of the Fiscal Year
2017 budget for the City of Dubuque.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the City Council shall con-
duct a public hearing on the five-year Capital
Improvement Program for Fiscal Years 2017
through 2021 in the City Council Chambers at
the Historic Federal Building, 350 West 6th
Street, Dubuque, Iowa on Monday, March 14,
2016, beginning at 6:30 p.m.
Section 2. That the City Clerk be and is
hereby authorized and directed to publish no-
tice of the public hearing.
Passed, approved and adopted this 24th
day of February, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
FISCAL YEAR 2017 DEPARTMENTAL
BUDGET REVIEW
Fiscal Year 2017 City departmental budg-
ets were presented by staff from the following
departments:
Water Department FY 2017 Budget
Presentation: Bob Green, Water Plant Manag-
er and Jackie Johnson, Water Plant Manager.
Water & Resource Recovery Center FY
2017 Budget Presentation: Jonathan Brown,
W&RRC Manager. Interim W&RRC Manager
Willie O’Brien was introduced.
Public Works Department 2017 Budget
Presentation: Don Vogt, Public Works Director;
John Klostermann, Street and Sewer Mainte-
nance Supervisor; Anderson Sainci, Resource
Management Coordinator.
Engineering Department FY 2017 Budget
Presentation: Gus Psihoyos, City Engineer;
Denise Ihrig, Environmental Engineer; Deron
Muehring, Stormwater Engineer; Jon Dienst,
Civil Engineer (Roadways); Bob Schiesl, As-
sistant City Engineer; Dave Ness, Civil Engi-
neer (Traffic).
The City Council had discussion with the
representatives of each department following
their respective presentations.
Following the Public Works presentation,
Paul Schultz addressed the City Council re-
garding his views on tracking/reviewing ac-
tionable data, adequately informing customers
about recycling and developing a resource
management plan; not continuing to expand
large-wheeled recycling carts in FY17 or for
larger-waste households; year-round collection
options for Food Scrap Program participants;
and questioned increased landfill diversion
when recycling is declining with a lack of public
education.
There being no further business, upon mo-
tion the City Council adjourned at 10:26 p.m.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, CMC, City Clerk
Book 146 Special Session, March 7, 2016 51
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
SPECIAL SESSION
OFFICIAL
The Dubuque City Council met in special
session at 5:30 p.m. on March 7, 2016 in the
Historic Federal Building, 350 W. 6th Street.
Present: Mayor Buol; Council Members
Connors, Del Toro, Jones, Lynch, Resnick,
Rios; City Manager Van Milligen, City Attorney
Lindahl
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
levee breach preparedness and prevention
activities.
WORK SESSION
Levee Breach Preparedness and Preven-
tion Activities
Public Works Director Don Vogt introduced
staff members John Klostermann, Street and
Sewer Maintenance Supervisor; Laura Car-
stens, Planning Services Manager; and Deron
Muehring, Civil Engineer who provided a slide
presentation on the levee/floodwall system.
Topics included:
• History of Levee/Floodwall System
o Review of Historic Flood Events
o Prior Modest Protection Efforts
o Funding and Construction
o System Improvements
o Army Corps of Engineers and City
Oversight & Inspection Requirements
• City Responsibilities and Preparation
• Maintenance & Pre-Flood Event Opera-
tions
• Flood Event Action Steps with River Stage
Predictions
• Post Flood Repair
• Flood Control Budget
• Levee/Floodwall FEMA Certification and
Background
• Engineering Technical Review
• Interior Drainage Review
• Seepage & Stability Evaluation
• Recommended Flood Insurance & FEMA
Rate Maps
• Levee System Breach Analysis, Risk and
Goal
• Time to Depth Summary, Scenarios &
Models
• Levee Safety Action Classification
The City Council had discussion with staff
following the presentation.
There being no further business, upon mo-
tion the City Council adjourned at 6:23 p.m.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, CMC, City Clerk
Book 146 Special Session March 14, 2016 52
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
SPECIAL SESSION
OFFICIAL
The Dubuque City Council met in special
session at 6:30 p.m. on March 14, 2016 in the
Historic Federal Building, 350 W. 6th Street.
Present: Mayor Buol; Council Members
Connors, Del Toro, Jones, Lynch, Resnick,
Rios; City Manager Van Milligen, City Attorney
Lindahl
Mayor Buol read the call and stated this is
a special session of the City Council called for
the purpose of conducting such business that
may properly come before the City Council.
CONSENT ITEM
1. 28E Agreement - Key West Drive Re-
construction Project: City Manager recom-
mending authorization for the Mayor to exe-
cute a 28E Agreement between the City of
Dubuque and Dubuque County for the recon-
struction of Key West Drive. Motion by Lynch
to receive and file the documents and adopt
Resolution No. 86-16 Approving a 28E Fund-
ing Agreement between the City of Dubuque
and Dubuque County for the reconstruction of
Key West Drive was adopted. Seconded by
Connors. Motion carried 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 86-16
APPROVING A 28E FUNDING AGREEMENT
BETWEEN THE CITY OF DUBUQUE AND
DUBUQUE COUNTY FOR THE RECON-
STRUCTION OF KEY WEST DRIVE
Whereas, City and County desire to recon-
struct Key West Drive within the City of Dubu-
que and Dubuque County; and
Whereas, the Dubuque City Council and
the Dubuque County Board of Supervisors
have identified the reconstruction of Key West
Drive as a top priority in the Dubuque area;
and
Whereas, the County Supervisors propose
the reconstruction of Key West Drive as a top
priority in the Dubuque area in the spring of
2016; and
Whereas, City acquired the Twin Ridge
Water System, located in the Key West area in
late 2015; and
Whereas, City wishes to extend a public
water main along Key West Drive which will
service the Twin Ridge Water System and the
future extension of water service along the
Southwest Arterial corridor; and
Whereas, County proposes reconstruction
of Key West Drive beginning at Kremer Park
Drive and continuing southward while City
proposes reconstruction of Key West Drive
from the portion that runs from Maquoketa
Drive to Kremer Park Drive; and
Whereas, City and County recognize ex-
tension of the public water main during the
reconstruction of Key West Drive will minimize
the disruption to residents along Key West
Drive and to Key West Drive itself, and mini-
mize City and County expenses; and
Whereas, City and County desire to enter
into an agreement for the purpose of carrying
out the street reconstruction of and the exten-
sion of the public water main under Key West
Drive (the Public Improvement).
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS AGREED BY
AND BETWEEN THE PARTIES AS FOL-
LOWS:
Section 1. The purpose of this Agreement
is to provide the manner in which the parties
will cooperate with one another to successfully
complete the Public Improvement.
Section 2. The City will be responsible for
the extension of the public water main running
under and along Key West Drive from Maquo-
keta Drive to Military Road and associated
water service stubs to each property and for
the resurfacing and reconstruction of Key West
Drive from Maquoketa Drive to Kremer Park
Drive.
Section 3. County will be responsible for
the resurfacing and reconstruction of Key West
Drive from Kremer Park Drive and southward.
Section 4. Each party will be responsible
for its own work in the Public Improvement.
Passed, approved and adopted this 14th
day of March, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Upon motion the rules were suspended al-
lowing anyone present to address the City
Council on the following item.
1. City of Dubuque Fiscal Year 2017 Rec-
ommended Budget as Amended: Proof of pub-
lication on notice of public hearing to consider
approval of the Fiscal Year 2017 Recom-
mended Operating Budget and Capital Im-
provement Program (July 1, 2017 through
June 30, 2021) and the City Manager recom-
mending approval. Correspondence from the
Long Range Planning Advisory Commission
advising that the Fiscal Year 2017-2021 Rec-
ommended Capital Improvement Program is in
general conformance with the 2012 Dubuque
Comprehensive Plan. City Manager submitting
responses to questions from the City Council
relative to the FY 2017 recommended budget.
Motion by Jones to receive and file the docu-
ments and adopt Resolution No. 81-16 Adopt-
Book 146 Special Session, March 14, 2016 53
ing the City of Dubuque Fiscal Year 2017 An-
nual Budget as Amended; and Resolution No.
82-16 Adopting the City of Dubuque Five-Year
Capital Improvement Program. Seconded by
Connors. Motion carried 4-3 with Del Toro,
Resnick and Lynch voting nay.
City Manager Van Milligen provided a slide
presentation on the FY2017 budget as
amended and provided a handout. Council
Member Resnick distributed a handout of his
additional recommended budget cuts for dis-
cussion. Mayor Buol called for public input on
all individual FY2017 departmental budgets
and general comments from the audience.
Library Board of Trustees Member Paula Con-
nors, 818 S. Grandview Ave., stated that while
she has volunteered on many agencies, she is
also a recipient of benefits afforded residents
and that in her experience City employees are
committed, hardworking and doing more with
less adding that Dubuque is a great place to
live. Geri Shafer, 1507 Aggie St., stated that
Dubuque is a noteworthy city and her 16 years
as a resident have impacted her life enough to
cause her to remain here. She has worked
with many City departments and found them to
be outstanding, and asked the City Council to
consider the impact of their decisions on all
levels.
RESOLUTION NO. 81-16
ADOPTING THE CITY OF DUBUQUE FIS-
CAL YEAR 2017 ANNUAL BUDGET AS
AMENDED
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the annual budget for the
fiscal year ending June 30, 2017, as set forth
in the Adoption of Budget and Certification of
Taxes and supporting state budget forms
showing the revenue estimates and appropria-
tion expenditures and allocations to programs
and activities for said fiscal year, is adopted.
Section 2. The City Clerk is directed to
make the filings required by law.
Passed, approved and adopted this 14th
day of March, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
RESOLUTION NO. 82-16
ADOPTING THE CITY OF DUBUQUE FIVE-
YEAR CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM
Whereas, a recommended five year Capi-
tal Improvement Program for the period begin-
ning July 1, 2016, and ending June 30, 2021,
for the City of Dubuque has been prepared
and submitted to the City Council; and
Whereas, the five year Capital Improve-
ment Program describes specific capital im-
provement projects, provides estimated costs
for those projects, proposes sources of funds
for each of them, and schedules the year dur-
ing which each project will be undertaken; and
Whereas, the capital improvement projects
for the first year are included in the Fiscal Year
2017 budget for the City of Dubuque; and
Whereas, the five year Capital Improve-
ment Program will be reconsidered annually by
the City Council and appropriately revised; and
Whereas, the adoption of the five year
Capital Improvement Program is a prudent
measure to provide continuity of programs and
is in the best interest of the City of Dubuque.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the five year Capital Im-
provement Program for the period beginning
July 1, 2016, set out in the Fiscal Year 2017-
2021 Recommended Capital Improvement
Budget as amended, is hereby approved and
adopted as the proposed allocation of City
resources for capital improvements as sched-
uled in the years shown, subject to annual
review and revision.
Passed, approved and adopted this 14th
day of March, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Upon motion the rules were reinstated lim-
iting discussion to the City Council.
ACTION ITEMS
1. Five-Year Street Construction Program
for Fiscal Years 2017-2021: Motion by Jones
to receive and file the documents and adopt
Resolution No. 83-16 Adopting the Five-Year
Street Construction Program for Fiscal Years
2017-2021. Seconded by Resnick. Motion
carried 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 83-16
ADOPTING THE FIVE-YEAR STREET CON-
STRUCTION PROGRAM FOR FISCAL
YEARS 2017 - 2021
Whereas, a recommended Five-Year
Street Construction Program for the Fiscal
Year 2017 - 2021 beginning July 1, 2016 and
ending June 30, 2021, for the City of Dubuque
has been prepared and submitted to the City
Council; and
Whereas, the Five-Year Street Construc-
tion Program: 1) describes specific capital im-
provement projects; 2) provides estimated
costs for those projects; 3) proposes sources
of funding; and 4) schedules the fis-
cal/calendar year during which each project
will be undertaken; and
Whereas, the capital improvement projects
for the first year of such five-year program are
included in the Fiscal Year 2017 budget; and
Book 146 Special Session March 14, 2016 54
Whereas, the adoption of the Five-Year
Street Construction Program is a prudent
measure to provide continuity of programs and
is in the best interest of the City of Dubuque.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the Five-Year Street Con-
struction Program for Fiscal Years 2017 –
2021 beginning July 1, 2016, set out in the
Fiscal Years 2017 – 2021 recommended Capi-
tal Improvement Budget, is hereby approved
and adopted as the proposed allocation of City
resources for capital improvements as sched-
uled in the years shown, subject to annual
review and revision.
Passed, adopted and approved this 14th
day of March, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
2. Code of Ordinances Amendment - Title
13 Fixing Water Rates for Residential and In-
dustrial Use and All Other Uses; and Fixing
Water Rates for Fire Sprinkler Service: Motion
by Jones to receive and file the documents
and that the requirement that a proposed ordi-
nance be considered and voted on for pas-
sage at two Council meetings prior to the
meeting at which it is to be passed be sus-
pended. Seconded by Connors. Motion carried
7-0.
Motion by Jones for final consideration and
passage of Ordinance No. 2-16 Amending City
of Dubuque Code of Ordinances Title 13 Pub-
lic Utilities, Chapter 1 Water Use and Service,
Article C Rates, Section 13-1C-1(A) Establish-
ing Water Rates for Residential, Commercial,
Industrial, and all other uses; and Ordinance
No. 3-16 Amending the City of Dubuque Code
of Ordinances Title 13 Public Utilities Chapter
1 Water Use and Service, Article C Rates Sec-
tion 13-1C-2 Fixing W ater Rates for Fire
Sprinkler Service. Seconded by Connors. Mo-
tion carried 7-0.
OFFICIAL PUBLICATION
ORDINANCE NO. 2-16
AMENDING CITY OF DUBUQUE CODE OF
ORDINANCES TITLE 13 PUBLIC UTILITIES,
CHAPTER 1 WATER USE AND SERVICE,
ARTICLE C RATES, SECTION 13-1C-1(A)
ESTABLISHING WATER RATES FOR RESI-
DENTIAL, COMMERCIAL, INDUSTRIAL,
AND ALL OTHER USES
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. Section 13-1C-1(A) of the City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances is hereby
amended to read as follows:
Section 13-1C-1A: Residential, Commer-
cial, Industrial and All Other Uses.
Rates Established: The rates to be
charged for water for residential, commercial,
industrial and all other uses and purposes by
any person, firm or corporation within the city
shall be based on units of one hundred cubic
feet (748 gallons) or per gallon as follows:
Monthly Consumption (in Hundreds of Cubic Feet),
- Charge per Hundred Cubic Feet
First 30 - $ 3.46
Next 120 - $ 2.82
Next 350 - $ 2.61
Next 500 - $ 2.31
Next 1,000 - $ 2.05
Monthly Consumption (in Gallons) - Charge per
Gallon
First 22,440 - $ 0.00460
Next 89,760 - $ 0.00376
Next 261,800 - $ 0.00350
Next 374,000 - $ 0.00310
Next 748,000 - $ 0.00272
Rates shall be subject to the following min-
imum monthly charge according to the size of
the meter:
Meter
Size
Monthly
Consumption
Monthly
Consump-
tion
Minimum
Inch-
es
(In Hundreds
of Cubic Ft.)
(In Gallons) Charge
5/8 2 1,496 $6.88
3/4 5 3,740 $17.20
1 8 5,984 $27.53
1 1/2 26 19,448 $89.46
2 46 34,408 $148.22
3 106 79,288 $316.97
4 168 125,664 $487.85
6 368 275,264 $1,011.45
8 625 467,500 $1646.87
A property owner shall pay a $50.00 dis-
connect fee for water service that is discon-
nected by the city for a meter not in service.
When a tenant account is subject to discon-
nection due to delinquency, the tenant shall
pay the $50.00 disconnect fee. A $50.00 ser-
vice call fee shall be changed to property own-
ers or tenant account for those service calls
that are determined to be related to customer
negligence. A $5.50 minimum monthly charge
shall be assessed for meters not in service.
Section 2. This Ordinance shall take effect
July 1, 2016.
Passed, approved and adopted this 14th
day of March, 2016.
/s/Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: /s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Published officially in the Telegraph Herald
newspaper on the 18th day of March, 2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Book 146 Special Session, March 14, 2016 55
OFFICIAL PUBLICATION
ORDINANCE NO. 3-16
AMENDING THE CITY OF DUBUQUE CODE
OF ORDINANCES TITLE 13 PUBLIC UTILI-
TIES CHAPTER 1 WATER USE AND SER-
VICE, ARTICLE C RATES SECTION 13-1C-2
FIXING WATER RATES FOR FIRE SPRIN-
KLER SERVICE
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. Section 13-1C-2 of the City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances is hereby
amended to read as follows:
Section 13-1C-2: Fire Sprinkler Service.
Customers who have fire sprinkler service
shall be billed for this service on a monthly
basis. The monthly charge shall be as follows:
Current Monthly
Number of Heads Charges
Up to 200(minimum) $21.07
200-299 $25.29
300-399 $29.46
400-599 $33.71
600-799 $37.88
800 -999 $42.13
1,000 - 1,199 $46.35
1,200 - 1,399 $50.51
1,400 - 1,599 $54.74
1,600 - 1,799 $58.96
1,800 - 1,999 $63.14
2,000 - 2,199 $67.37
2,200 - 2,399 $71.57
2,400 - 2,599 $75.80
2,600 - 2,799 $80.01
2,800 - 2,900 $84.31
3,000 - 3,499 $88.42
Over 3,500* $4.20
*(for each additional 500 heads or fraction
thereof)
Section 2. This Ordinance shall take effect
July 1, 2016.
Passed, approved and adopted this 14th
day of March, 2016.
/s/Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: /s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Published officially in the Telegraph Herald
newspaper on the 18th day of March, 2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
3. Building Services Permit Fee Revisions:
Motion by Lynch to receive and file the docu-
ments and adopt Resolution No. 84-16 Re-
scinding Resolution No. 92-09 Establishing a
Schedule of Building Permit and License Fees,
and adopting in lieu thereof a new Schedule of
Building Permit and License Fees. Seconded
by Connors. Motion carried 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 84-16
RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 92-09 ES-
TABLISHING A SCHEDULE OF BUILDING
PERMIT AND LICENSE FEES, AND ADOPT-
ING IN LIEU THEREOF A NEW SCHEDULE
OF BUILDING PERMIT AND LICENSE FEES
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. Building Issuance and Annual
License Fees
Permit/License
Description
Current
Fee
Recom-
mended Fee
Increase
Building Permit
Issuance Fee
$5.00 $10.00
Sign Contractor
License Annually
$100.00 $150.00
VAB License An-
nually
$300.00 $350.00
Solar Thermal
License Annually
$75.00 $125.00
Electrical/Industrial
Maintenance Li-
cense Annually
$180.00 $230.00
Section 2. Plan Review Fee
• Current Plan Review Fee: $52/HR
• Recommended Plan Review Fee:
$60/HR
Section 3: Building Permit Value Increases
Current Fee Structure One-and Two-Family
Dwellings
Project
Amount
Base Fee Plus
$1 - $500 $13.25 No Added Fee
$501 -
$2,000
$13.25 for
first $500
$2.15 additional
$100
$2,001 -
$30,000
$45.50 for
first $2000
$8.50 additional
$1,000
$30,001 -
$50,000
$283.50 for
first $30,000
$6.35 additional
$1,000
$50,001 -
$100,000
$410.50 for
first $50,000
$4.25 additional
$1,000
100,001
and above
$623.00 for
first $100,000
$3.55 additional
$1000
Recommended 10% Increase on Fee Struc-
ture One-and Two-Family Dwellings
Project
Amount
Base Fee Plus
$1 - $500 $14.58 No Added Fee
$501 -
$2,000
$14.58 for
first $500
$2.37 additional
$100
$2,001 -
$30,000
$50.05 for
first $2000
$9.35 additional
$1,000
$30,001 -
$50,000
$311.85 for
first $30,000
$6.99 additional
$1,000
$50,001 -
$100,000
$451.55 for
first $50,000
$4.68 additional
$1,000
100,001
and above
$685.30 for
first $100,000
$3.91 additional
$1000
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Current All Other Building Projects
Project
Amount
Base Fee Plus
$1 - $500 $26.50 No Added Fee
$501 -
$2,000
$26.50 for
first $500
$13.25 addi-
tional $500
$2,001 -
$25,000
$66.25 for
first $2000
$10.60 addi-
tional $1,000
$25,001 -
$50,000
$310.05 for
first $25,000
$7.95 additional
$1,000
$50,001 -
$100,000
$508.80 for
first $50,000
$5.30 additional
$1,000
$100,001 -
$500,000
$773.80 for
first $100,000
$43.65 addi-
tional $10,000
$500,001
and above
$2519.80 for
first $500,000
$35.70 addi-
tional $10,000
Recommended 10% Increase All Other Build-
ing Projects
Project
Amount
Base Fee Plus
$1 - $500 $29.15 No Added Fee
$501 -
$2,000
$29.15 for
first $500
$14.58 addi-
tional $500
$2,001 -
$25,000
$72.88 for
first $2000
$11.66 addi-
tional $1,000
$25,001 -
$50,000
$341.06 for
first $25,000
$8.75 additional
$1,000
$50,001 -
$100,000
$559.68 for
first $50,000
$5.83 additional
$1,000
$100,001 -
$500,000
$851.18 for
first $100,000
$48.02 addi-
tional $10,000
$500,001
and above
$2771.78 for
first $500,000
$39.27 addi-
tional $10,000
Book 146 Special Session, March 14, 2016 57
Section 4. Residential Electrical Permit Fees Recommended 10% Increase
Category Current
Fee
Recommended
Fee
Square Footage Fees for New Residential Construction or Additions
(Per Square Foot Cost)
$0.06 $0.07
Unit Fees for Existing Building Remodels Per Unit Fee
Swimming Pool, Spa, Hot Tub, Whirlpool $33.00 $36.30
Temporary Power, Construction Site Service $19.50 $21.45
Temporary Lighting Systems $19.50 $21.45
Over 20 $0.30 $0.33
Lighting Fixtures 1-20 $0.70 $0.77
Over 20 $0.30 $0.30
Pole Mounted Lighting Fixtures $1.30 $1.43
Residential Appliances and Power Ap-
paratus (rated in) Tons of TU, or Kilo-
watts, KiVA, or KiVAR, or Horsepower.
0 to 1 $7.00 $7.70
Over 1 to 10 $8.00 $8.80
Over 10 to 20 $10.00 $11.00
Over 20 to 30 $14.00 $15.40
Over 30 $14.00 $15.40
Extra HP $0.30 $0.33
Square Footage Fees for New Buildings and Remodels Per Square
Feet
$0.06 $0.07
Main Service Fees and sub-panels are
separate than square footage calcula-
tions
0 to 100 Amps $10.00
101 to 400 Amps $16.00 $17.60
401 to 600 Amps $24.00 $26.40
601 to 1000 Amps $32.00 $35.20
Over 1000 Amps $49.00 $53.90
Misc. apparatus, Conduit, & Conductors that no other Fee Covers
Above
$19.50 $21.45
Original Issuance Fee $10.00 $10.00
Supplemental Issuance Fee (only if this is a follow-up to a previous
permit)
$5.00 $5.50
Fees Not Covered Above
Each noncompliance re-inspection needed $52.00 $60.00
For construction plan review ( minimum of 1 hour) $52.00 $60.00
Inspections Outside Normal Business Hours $52.00 $60.00
Inspection for which no fee is detailed above (Presale, demolition, dam-
age, etc.)
$52.00 $60.00
Section 5: Commercial Electrical Permit Fees Recommended 10% Increase
Square Footage Fees for New Commercial Construction or Addi-
tions(Per Square Foot Cost)
Current
Fee
Recommended
Fee
Commercial Office Construction First 25,000 sq. ft. $0.07 $0.08
Next 49,999 sq. ft. $0.06 $0.07
Next 124,999 sq. ft. $0.045 $0.050
Next 299,999 sq. ft. $0.03 $0.033
Over 500,000 sq. ft. $0.015 $0.0165
Commercial Industrial Construction First 25,000 sq. ft. $0.03 $0.033
Next 49,999 sq. ft. $0.015 $0.0165
Next 124,999 sq. ft. $0.007 $0.0077
Next 299,999 sq. ft. $0.0045 $0.00495
Over 500,000 sq. ft. $0.001 $0.0011
Unit Fees for Existing Building Remodels (Per Unit Fee)
Signs: Free Standing or Building
Mounted
First Transformer $10.00 $11.00
Additional Transformers $6.00 $6.60
Gasoline Pumps and/or Dispensers $10.00 $11.00
Swimming Pool, Spa, Hot Tub, Whirlpool $33.00 $36.30
Temporary Power & Construction Site Services $19.50 $21.45
Temporary Lighting Systems $19.50 $21.45
Receptacle, Switch, Light Boxes and
Enclosures
First 1 thru 20 $0.07 $0.077
Number Over 20 $0.30 $0.33
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Lighting Fixtures Only First 1 thru 20 $0.07 $0.077
Number Over 20 $0.03 $0.033
Pole Platform Fixtures $1.30 $1.43
Theatrical Lighting Fixtures $1.30 $1.43
Appliances and Power Apparatus(rated
in) tons of BTU or kilowatts, KVA or
KVAR or Horsepower
0 to 1
Over 1 to 10
Over 10 to 20
Over 20 to 30
Over 30
Extra HP(over 30) each $0.30 $0.33
Busway: Enter number of 100 ft. sections or fraction there of $0.70 $0.77
Service Fees are Separate From Square Footage Calculations Above
Main Service Panels and Sub-Panels 0 to 100 Amps $10.00 $11.00
101 to 400 Amps $16.00 $17.60
401 to 600 Amps $24.00 $26.40
601 to 1000 Amps $32.00 $35.20
Over 1000 Amps or 600 Volts $49.00 $53.90
Commercial Electrical Permit Fees Recommended 10% Increase (Continued)
Current Fee Recommended Fee
Misc. apparatus, Conduit, & Conductors that no other Fee Co-
vers Above
$19.50 $21.45
Original Issuance Fee $10.00 $10.00
Supplemental Issuance Fee (only if this is a follow-up to a pre-
vious permit)
$5.00 $5.50
Fees Not Covered Above
Each noncompliance re-inspection needed $52.00 $60.00
For construction plan review ( minimum of 1 hour) $52.00 $60.00
Inspections Outside Normal Business Hours $52.00 $60.00
Inspection for which no fee is detailed above (Presale, demoli-
tion, damage, etc.)
$52.00 $60.00
Section 6. Other Permit Fees Recommended 10% Increase
Permit Type Current Fee Recommended Fee
Demolition Permits
One & Two Family Dwellings $32.00 $35.20
Commercial Buildings One story < 1000 Sq. Ft $32.00 $35.20
Each Story 1001 to 3000 Sq. FT. $37.50 $41.25
Each Story Over 3000 Sq. FT. $42.50 $46.75
Note: Basement counted as a story
Temporary Sign Permit Current Fee Recommended Fee
Temporary Sign Permit $25.00 $27.50
Permanent Sign Permit Current Fee Recommended Fee
Permanent Sign Permit $33.00 $36.30
Section 7. Mechanical Permit Fee Recommended 10% Increase
Mechanical Type of Fixture or Item Current Fee Recommended Fee
Floor Furnace, Wall Heater (Including Vent) $16.00 $17.60
Unit Heater, Hanging Heaters, Wall Heaters $16.00 $17.60
Evaporative Cooler (not portable) $11.50 $12.65
Vent Fan $8.00 $8.80
Ventilation Systems $16.00 $17.60
Equipment not listed/ Temporary Heat $16.00 $17.60
Alteration, addition to any system/ductwork $16.00 $17.60
Factory Built Fireplace $11.50 $12.65
Fireplace Stoves $11.50 $12.65
Water Heater (BTU each) $11.50 $12.65
Type 1 & 2 Hoods $19.50 $1.95
Appliance Vent $14.00 $15.40
Forced Air Furnace < or = to 100,000 BTU $16.00 $17.60
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Forced Air Furnace > or = to 100,000 BTU $19.50 $21.45
Boilers, Compressors, Absorption Systems, Refrigeration, RTU,
Air Conditioning and Heat Pumps
Up to and include 3HP or 100,000 BTU $16.00 $17.60
>3HP to 15HP or 100,000 to 500,000 BTU $29.00 $31.90
>15HP to 30HP or 500,00o to 1,000,000 BTU $39.00 42.90
>30HP to 50HP or 1,000,000 to 1,750,000 BTU $60.00 $66.00
>50HP or >1,750,000 BTU $99.00 $108.90
Air Handling Unit (CFM to 10,000) $11.50 $12.65
Air Handling Unit (CFM > 10,000) $19.50 $21.45
Gas Piping (1 to 5 outlets) Gas Pressure Test $14.00 $15.40
Hydronic Piping $19.50 $21.45
Ground source systems-horizontal loop or vertical wells $19.50 $21.45
Solar Systems: space heat/cool or water heat/processing $19.50 $21.45
Issuance Fee $10.00 $10.00
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Section 8. Plumbing Permit Fee Recommend-
ed 10% Increase
Plumbing Type of Fix-
ture or Item
Current
Fee
Rec-
om-
mended
Fee
Water Closet (Toilet) $8.00 $8.80
Bathtub $8.00 $8.80
Lavatory (Wash Basin) $8.00 $8.80
Shower $8.00 $8.80
Kitchen Sink $8.00 $8.80
Garbage Disposal $8.00 $8.80
Dishwasher $8.00 $8.80
Laundry Tray $8.00 $8.80
Clothes Washer $8.00 $8.80
Urinal $8.00 $8.80
Drinking Fountain $8.00 $8.80
Service Sink $8.00 $8.80
Shampoo Bowl $8.00 $8.80
Grease Trap $8.00 $8.80
Water Heater $11.50 12.65
Gas Piping (1 to 5 out-
lets) Gas Pressure Test
$14.00 $15.40
Gas Piping (>5 outlets
per outlet fee)
$3.50 $3.85
Floor Drain $8.00 $8.80
Roof Drain $11.50 12.65
Condensate Drain $11.50 12.65
Vacuum Breaker $11.50 12.65
Backwater Valve $14.00 $15.40
Backflow Prevention
Device
$14.00 $15.40
Waste Interceptor $14.00 $15.40
Indirect Waste $14.00 $15.40
Sewage Ejector $14.00 $15.40
Water Distribution Pip-
ing
$14.00 $15.40
Water Treating Equip-
ment
$14.00 $15.40
Water Service (Main to
Property Line)
$14.00 $15.40
Water Service (Property
Line to Building)
$14.00 $15.40
Sanitary Service (Main
to Property Line)
$14.00 $15.40
Sanitary Service (Prop-
erty Line to Building
$14.00 $15.40
Meter $14.00 $15.40
Misc. $14.00 $15.40
Issuance Fee $10.00 $10.00
Plan Review Fee (Mini-
mum 1 Hour) Per Hour
Cost
$52.00 $60.00
Section 9. That these increases become
effective July 1st, 2016.
Passes approved and adopted 14th day of
March 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
4. Code of Ordinances Amendment - Title
13 Solid Waste Rates and Charges: Motion by
Resnick to receive and file the documents and
that the requirement that a proposed ordi-
nance be considered and voted on for pas-
sage at two Council meetings prior to the
meeting at which it is to be passed be sus-
pended. Seconded by Connors. Motion carried
7-0.
Motion by Resnick for final consideration
and passage of Ordinance No. 4-16 Amending
City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances Title 13
Public Utilities, Chapter 6 Solid Waste, Article
A City or Private Collection Service, Section
13-6A-6 Rates and Charges Established; Ex-
ceptions and Section 13-6A-8 Yard Waste and
Food Scraps. Seconded by Connors. Motion
carried 7-0.
OFFICIAL PUBLICATION
ORDINANCE NO. 4-16
AMENDING CITY OF DUBUQUE CODE OF
ORDINANCES TITLE 13 PUBLIC UTILITIES,
CHAPTER 6 SOLID WASTE, ARTICLE A
CITY OR PRIVATE COLLECTION SERVICE,
SECTION 13-6A-6 RATES AND CHARGES
ESTABLISHED; EXCEPTIONS AND SEC-
TION 13-6A-8 YARD WASTE AND FOOD
SCRAPS
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. Section 13-6A-6 of the City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances is hereby
amended to read as follows:
13-6A-6: RATES AND CHARGES ESTAB-
LISHED; EXCEPTIONS:
A. Class I Premises: Except as qualified
below, a fee of fourteen dollars and
seventy-seven cents ($14.77) per
dwelling unit per month shall be paid to
the city by the property owner of each
class I premises for such services. Said
fee shall be in payment for collection
and disposal of one 35-gallon can or
one 35-gallon trash bag of "solid waste"
as defined in this chapter. There is no
limit on the number of bins allowed to
be collected containing acceptable "re-
cyclable materials" as defined in this
chapter. Exceptions to the collection
charges for class I premises are as fol-
lows:
1. When a class I premises has been va-
cant for a period not less than three
(3) consecutive months, the owner
may apply to the city manager for a
credit under procedures to be estab-
lished by the city manager. Such
credit shall continue only so long as
the class I premises is vacant.
2. Class I premises when the head of the
household is sixty five (65) years of
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age or older and has an annual in-
come equal to or less than the in-
come standards used by HUD for its
"section 8 housing program" for one
and two (2) person households may,
upon application to the city manager,
be exempted from one-half (1/2) the
established collection charge. After
the initial application, annual applica-
tion shall be made by the head of
household on July 1 of each year to
verify annual income and eligibility.
3. In cases of extreme financial hardship,
the city manager may, and is hereby
authorized and empowered to, make
adjustments in the monthly collection
charges as the city manager may
deem appropriate. In such cases, the
city manager shall have the authority
to require such proof of vacancy, fi-
nancial status, age or extreme hard-
ship, as the city manager may deem
necessary.
4. Class I premises when a family
household of five (5) or more persons
has an annual income equal to or
less than the income standards used
by HUD for its "section 8 housing
program" for the size of that house-
hold may, upon application to the city
manager, be exempted from one-half
(1/2) the established collection
charge. After the initial application,
annual application shall be made by
the head of household on July 1 of
each year to verify annual income
and eligibility.
B. Class II Premises:
1. A fee of fourteen dollars and seventy-
seven cents ($14.77) per month shall
be paid to the city by the property
owner of each class II premises for
such services. Said fee shall be in
payment for collection and disposal of
one 35-gallon can or one 35-gallon
trash bag of "solid waste" as defined.
There is no limit on the number of
bins allowed to be collected contain-
ing acceptable "recyclable materials"
as defined.
2. The owner of a class II premises
served by the city solid waste collec-
tion may provide the city manager
with not less than fourteen (14) days'
written notice of intent to terminate
the service. Such termination of ser-
vice shall be effective at the begin-
ning of the next billing period after
such fourteen (14) day notice period.
C. Class III Premises:
1. A fee of fourteen dollars and seventy-
seven cents ($14.77) per month shall
be paid to the city by the property
owner of each class III premises for
such services. Said fee shall be in
payment for collection and disposal of
one 35-gallon can or one 35-gallon
trash bag of "solid waste" as defined.
There is no limit on the number of
bins allowed to be collected contain-
ing acceptable "recyclable materials"
as defined.
2. The owner of a class III premises
served by city solid waste collection
may provide the city manager with
not less than fourteen (14) days' writ-
ten notice of intent to terminate the
service. Such termination of service
shall be effective at the beginning of
the next billing period after such four-
teen (14) day notice period.
D. Unit Based Pricing: Collection options
and charges under unit based pricing
for class I, II and III premises are as fol-
lows:
1. A yearly subscription for weekly collec-
tion of an additional standard solid
waste container, or containers, may
be subscribed for an additional eight
dollars ($8.00) each per month.
2. Oversize, nonstandard rigid solid
waste containers of up to fifty (50)
gallons in capacity may be sub-
scribed as the one container covered
under the base monthly solid waste
fee for an additional five dollars
($5.00) per month. Such containers
shall be holders for standard trash
bags for manual removal by city
crews, shall not contain any loose
material, and shall not be lifted and
dumped by crews. Individual trash
bags held in the oversized container
shall weigh no more than forty (40)
pounds.
3. A yearly subscription for weekly collec-
tion of an additional oversized solid
waste container, or containers, may
be subscribed for an additional twelve
dollars ($12.00) each per month.
4. Solid waste carts, owned by the city for
semi-automated lifting, may be sub-
scribed by owners and/or property
managers of class I, II and III premis-
es. The customer shall choose the
number and size of the cart. The fee
for a sixty-four (64) gallon city cart
shall be twenty dollars and sixty-five
cents ($20.65) each per month. The
fee for a ninety-six (96) gallon city
cart shall be twenty-nine dollars
($29.00) each per month.
5. Official city of Dubuque single use
stickers costing one dollar and fifty
cents ($1.50) shall be applied to each
additional standard solid waste con-
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tainer or small bulky or bundled item
in excess of the one standard solid
waste container collected under the
base monthly solid waste fee or any
additional subscribed container(s).
6. Multiple-family dwellings of three (3),
four (4), five (5), and six (6) dwelling
units as well as class II or class III
premises sharing a common set out
location with other city solid waste
customers shall only use approved
rigid solid waste containers with per-
manent identification as to the specif-
ic premises. However, for the two (2)
weeks following Christmas, excess
solid waste may be set out in trash
bags with applied city of Dubuque
single use stickers.
7. In alleys where solid waste carts,
owned by the city for semi-automated
lifting, are required to be subscribed
by owners, tenants and/or property
managers of class I, II, and III prem-
ises where the approved set out loca-
tion is in an alley. The customer shall
choose the number and size of the
cart(s). Such carts shall be sub-
scribed according to a fee schedule
and program requirements as ap-
proved by the city manager.
E. Special Collection: The charge for a
special collection service for large and
bulky rubbish to each dwelling unit re-
ceiving such service when requested
by the owner shall be as follows:
1. A fee of ten dollars ($10.00) shall be
paid by the owner for each time the
service is provided for up to the
equivalent of three (3) cubic yards of
solid waste.
2. An additional fee of twelve dollars and
fifty cents ($12.50) shall be paid for
each additional three (3) cubic yards
of solid waste.
3. An additional fee for tires, equal to the
disposal fees charged at the Dubu-
que metro landfill, shall be paid to the
city by the owner for each tire.
4. An additional fee of ten dollars
($10.00) shall be paid to the city by
the owner for each appliance collect-
ed in the service.
5. An additional fee of ten dollars
($10.00) shall be paid to the city by
the owner for each collection re-
quested by the owner to be sched-
uled for service on a day not receiv-
ing weekly collection at the service
address.
6. An additional fee of ten dollars
($10.00) shall be paid to the city by
the owner for each collection re-
quested by the owner to be sched-
uled for immediate service or when-
ever crews are sent back to the ser-
vice address to collect items that
were not properly set out on time as
previously scheduled.
Section 2. Section 13-6A-8 of the City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances is hereby
amended to read as follows:
13-6A-8: YARD WASTE AND FOOD
SCRAPS:
A. Separation of Yard Waste: Yard waste
shall be separated by the owner of a
premises from all other solid waste.
B. Composting: An owner may compost
such person's own yard waste and food
scraps on such person's own premises,
provided the same is stored in such a
manner as to not create a fire, health or
safety hazard.
C. Collection Schedule for Yard Waste:
Yard waste that has not been com-
posted shall be collected by the city not
more than once each week according
to the collection schedule established
by the city manager.
D. Preparation Of Waste: Containerized
yard waste collected by the city shall be
placed in degradable paper bags with
an affixed single use sticker or in rigid
waste containers with an affixed single
use tag or in permanent waste contain-
ers with an affixed annual yard waste
decal or in a subscribed sixty five (65)
gallon city owned yard waste cart or be
contained by tying devices approved by
the city manager. The charges for col-
lection and disposal of "yard waste" as
defined shall be as follows:
1. The fee for tying devices approved by
the city manager shall be one dollar
thirty cents ($1.30) each.
2. The fee paid to the city by a customer
of record with the city for an annual
yard waste decal for a rigid waste
container shall be thirty five dollars
($35.00) each through June 30 of
each year. The fee shall be reduced
by one-half (1/2) on July 1 of each
year and again by one-half (1/2) on
September 1 of each year. A decal
shall only be used by the customer of
record with the city who purchased it.
3. The fee for single use stickers shall be
one dollar thirty cents ($1.30) each.
4. The fee paid to the city for subscription
to a sixty five (65) gallon city owned
yard waste cart shall be eleven dol-
lars ($11.00) per month.
5. The minimum fee paid to the city for
collection of a scheduled leaf rake out
is twenty dollars ($20.00) for a forty
(40) standard leaf bag equivalent pile
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of leaves in the parking lane at the
curb.
E. Food Scrap Collection Program Sub-
scribers: Subscribers to the food scrap
collection program shall set out city
owned carts containing food scraps
and other compostable materials.
SUBSCRIBER WEEKLY FOOD SCRAP
COLLECTION SERVICES
Customer Class Cart Size Monthly
Rates
City refuse cus-
tomers and K-12
schools
13 gallon $1.00
48 gallon $8.00
64 gallon $11.00
Commercial cus-
tomers without city
refuse collection
13 gallon $4.00
48 gallon $15.00
64 gallon $20.00
1. Such carts shall be co-collected with
yard waste. The customer shall
choose the number and size of the
cart(s).
2. Such carts shall be set out weekly to
reduce potential nuisance concerns.
Failure to use, store or set out the
cart properly shall cause the sub-
scription to be terminated.
F. Deposits In Public Rights Of Way Pro-
hibited: No person shall deposit any
yard waste or food scraps in any public
right of way. (Ord. 13-13, 2-28-2013,
eff. 7-1-2013)
Section 3. This Ordinance shall take effect
on the 1st day of July, 2016.
Passed, approved and adopted this 14th
day of March, 2016.
/s/Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: /s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Published officially in the Telegraph Herald
Newspaper on the 18th day of March, 2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
5. Code of Ordinances Amendment - Title
13 Establishing Basic Sewer Rates for Resi-
dential and Commercial Users: Motion by
Jones to receive and file the documents and
that the requirement that a proposed ordi-
nance be considered and voted on for pas-
sage at two Council meetings prior to the
meeting at which it is to be passed be sus-
pended. Seconded by Resnick. Motion carried
7-0.
Motion by Jones for final consideration and
passage of Ordinance No. 5-16 Amending the
City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances Sections
13-2C-3(B) and 13-2C-3(C) (7) Establishing
Basic Sewer Rates for Residential and Com-
mercial Users by Increasing the Rates. Se-
conded by Resnick. Motion carried 7-0.
OFFICIAL PUBLICATION
ORDINANCE NO. 5-16
AMENDING THE CITY OF DUBUQUE CODE
OF ORDINANCES SECTIONS 13-2C- 3(B)
AND 13-2C-3(C)(7) ESTABLISHING BASIC
SEWER RATES FOR RESIDENTIAL AND
COMMERCIAL USERS BY INCREASING
THE RATES
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED
BY ATHE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. Section 13-2C-3(B) of the City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances is amended to
read as follows:
Section 13-2C-3(B) Schedule of Rates:
Rates per each one hundred (100) cubic
feet: $4.75
Rate per each gallon: $ .00635
Section 2. Section 13-2C-3(C)(7) of the
City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances is
amended to read as follows:
Where the quantity of water consumed is
such that the minimum of service is charged,
the minimum sewer service charge, according
to the size of the meter, shall be as follows:
Meter
Size
(inches)
Minimum
Charge
Allowance
(cubic
feet)
Allowance
(gallons)
5/8 $ 9.50 200 1,496
3/4 $ 23.75 500 3,740
1 or
larger
$ 38.00 800 5,984
Section 3. This Ordinance shall take effect
July 1, 2016.
Passed, approved and adopted this 14th
day of March, 2016.
/s/Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: /s/Kevin Firnstahl, City Clerk
Published officially in the Telegraph Herald
newspaper on the 18th day of March, 2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
6. Schedule of Rates for the Disposal of
Waste from Private Sources: Motion by Lynch
to receive and file the documents and adopt
Resolution No. 85-16 Establishing a Schedule
of Rates for the Disposal of Private Waste
(Septic, Car Wash) as provided for in Title 13
of the City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances,
Public Utilities. Seconded by Connors. Motion
carried 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 85-16
ESTABLISHING A SCHEDULE OF RATES
FOR THE DISPOSAL OF PRIVATE WASTE
(SEPTIC, CAR WASH) AS PROVIDED FOR
IN TITLE 13 OF THE CITY OF DUBUQUE
CODE OF ORDINANCES, PUBLIC UTILI-
TIES
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Whereas, the City Council of the City of
Dubuque, Iowa establishes certain rates for
the disposal of private wastes (septic, car
wash) pursuant to the schedule of rates below.
Water & Resource Recovery Center - Pri-
vate Waste Disposal Rate Schedule
Within City of Dubuque Limits:
$ 0.070 per gallon
Out of City of Dubuque Limits:
$ 0.100 per gallon
Car Wash Grit Trap Waste:
$ 0.150 per gallon
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA THAT:
Section 1. The given rate schedule shall
take effect on July 1, 2016.
Passed, approved and adopted this 14th
day of March, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
There being no further business, upon mo-
tion the City Council adjourned at 7:43. p.m.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, CMC, City Clerk
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
SPECIAL SESSION
OFFICIAL
The Dubuque City Council met in special
session at 5:30 p.m. on March 21, 2016 in the
Historic Federal Building, 350 W. 6th Street.
Present: Mayor Pro-Tem Jones; Council
Members Connors, Del Toro, Lynch, Resnick,
Rios; City Manager Van Milligen, City Attorney
Lindahl
Absent: Mayor Buol
Mayor Pro-Tem Jones read the call and
stated this is a special session of the City
Council called for the purpose of conducting a
work session on the U.S. EPA Semi Annual
Consent Decree Update.
WORK SESSION
U.S. EPA Semi Annual Consent Decree Up-
date
Environmental Engineer Denise Ihrig intro-
duced staff and provided a slide presentation.
Topics included:
• History of the Clean Water Act, Nation-
al Pollutant Discharge Elimination Sys-
tem (NPDES) and Consent Decree
• Sanitary Sewer Overflows (SSOs)
o Causes and Reporting
• Capacity, Management, Operation, and
Maintenance (CMOM) Program
o Fats, Oils and Grease (FOG)
Program
• Remedial Measures: Corrections and
Upgrades)
• Water & Resource Recovery Center
• SEP Green Alleys
• Corrective Actions Identified Through
Source Detection
o Inflow & Infiltration (I&I)
Source Detection and Sum-
mary
Sewershed Improvements
o SCADA Collection System
• Compliance and Success
• Next Steps
The City Council had discussion with staff
following the work session.
There being no further business, upon mo-
tion the City Council adjourned at 6:15 p.m.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, CMC, City Clerk
Book 146 Regular Session, March 21, 2016 65
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
REGULAR SESSION
OFFICIAL
The Dubuque City Council met in regular
session at 6:30 p.m. on March 21, 2016 in the
Historic Federal Building, 350 W. 6th Street.
Present: Mayor Buol (via phone); Mayor
Pro-Tem Jones; Council Members Connors,
Del Toro, Lynch, Resnick, Rios; City Manager
Van Milligen, City Attorney Lindahl
Mayor Pro-Tem Jones 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
PRESENTATION
National League of Cities 2016 First Place
City Cultural Diversity Award was presented to
the City of Dubuque for its support of Inclusive
Dubuque and its efforts to develop a communi-
ty equity profile by Kate Zanger of Clarke Col-
lege, John Stewart of the Multicultural Family
Center, Eric Dregne of the Community Foun-
dation of Greater Dubuque and Katrina Farren-
Eller of Inclusive Dubuque.
PROCLAMATION(S)
Autism Awareness Month (April 2016) was
accepted by Laura Keehner of Hills and Dales,
1011 Davis Street. City Manager Van Milligen
added that the Historic Federal Building will be
lighted in blue lights in recognition of the event.
CONSENT ITEMS
Motion by Lynch to receive and file the
documents, adopt the resolutions, and dispose
of as indicated. Seconded by Connors. An-
drew Makovec requested (#7) Andrew Ma-
kovec Claim Appeal be held for separate dis-
cussion. Motion carried 7-0.
1. Minutes and Reports Submitted: City
Council Minutes of 3/7, 3/14; Human Rights
Commission of 2/8; Library Board of Trustees
of 1/28 and Council Update of 2/26; Zoning
Advisory Commission of 3/2; Proof of Publica-
tion for City Council Proceedings of 2/15, 2/17,
2/18, 2/22, and 2/24; Proof of Publication for
List of Claims and Summary of Revenues for
Month Ending 1/31. Upon motion the docu-
ments were received and filed.
2. Notice of Claims and Suits: Catherine
Christensen for personal injury; Laura Gerner
for property damage; William and Racquel
McClellen and Ramone Bowen, Jr. for person-
al injury and property damage; Iraida Nazario
for property damage. Upon motion the docu-
ments were received, filed and referred to the
City Attorney.
3. Disposition of Claims: City Attorney ad-
vising that the following claims have been re-
ferred to Public Entity Risk Services of Iowa,
the agent for the Iowa Communities Assurance
Pool: Catherine Christensen for personal inju-
ry; Laura Gerner for property damage; William
and Racquel McClellan and Ramone Bowen,
Jr. for personal injury and vehicle damage;
Iraida Nazario for property damage. Upon mo-
tion the documents were received, filed and
concurred.
4. Civil Service Commission - Certified
Lists: Civil Service Commission submitting the
certified list for the position of Water Distribu-
tion Equipment Operator. Upon motion the
documents were received, filed and made a
Matter of Record.
February 23, 2016
Honorable Mayor and
Members of the City Council
In accordance with Chapter 400 of the
Code of Iowa, an examination for the position
of Water Distribution Equipment Operator was
administered on February 3, 2016. We hereby
certify that the individuals listed below have
passed this written examination and the va-
cancy for this position should be made from
this list and that this list is good for two (2)
years from above date.
Water Distribution Equipment Operator
1 John Ungs 10 Martin Kearney
2 Mark Tinkham 11 Bryon Schueller
3 F. Michael Gruber 12 Brennan
Udelhofen
4 John Kirk 13 Nicholas Ryan
5 Derek Duehr 14 Nicholas
McLaughlin
6 Donnie Wand 15 Pat Till
7 Justin Licht 16 Richard Zeller
8 Jeremy
Daughetee
17 Robert Blake
9 Anthony Johnson 18 Conan Grap
19 Michael Mangers
Respectfully submitted,
/s/Dan White, Chairman
Civil Service Commission
5. Heritage Works Letter of Support for
Eagle Point Park Celebration and Symposium:
City Manager transmitting Mayor Buol's Letter
of Support for Heritage Works to produce a
celebration for and academic symposium
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about Alfred Caldwell's work at Eagle Point
Park. Upon motion the document was received
and filed.
6. Acceptance of Donation of Lot Adjacent
to Southern Park: City Manager recommend-
ing acceptance of the donation from Dubuque
County of Lot 2 of Subdivision of Lot 6 of John
Breakey’s Dubuque located adjacent to
Southern Park. Upon motion the documents
were received and filed and Resolution No. 87-
16 Accepting the Deed to certain real estate in
Dubuque County, Iowa from Dubuque County,
Iowa was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 87-16
ACCEPTING THE DEED TO CERTAIN REAL
ESTATE IN DUBUQUE COUNTY, IOWA
FROM DUBUQUE COUNTY, IOWA
Whereas, Dubuque County, Iowa owned
Parcel No. 1036210025 (the Property) legally
described as:
LOT 2 OF THE SUBDIVISION OF LOT
6 OF JOHN BREAKEY’S DUBUQUE
IN THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED
PLAT THEREOF
Whereas, the City currently owns Parcel
No. 1036208017 which surrounds the Property
on three sides and operates Parcel No.
1036208017 as Southern Park; and
Whereas, accepting the deed for the Prop-
erty will increase the size of Southern Park
and is in the best interest of the City and
Dubuque County.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The City of Dubuque hereby ac-
cepts the Deed from Dubuque County, Iowa a
copy of which is attached hereto.
Section 2. The City Clerk is hereby author-
ized and directed to record this Resolution and
Deed with the Dubuque County Recorder.
Passed, approved and adopted this 21st
day of March, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
7. Andrew Makovec Claim Appeal: City At-
torney recommending denial of the appeal of a
claim against the City by Andrew Makovec for
property damage. Motion by Resnick to re-
ceive and file and refer to the City Attorney
with the new information provided by Mr. Ma-
kovec. Seconded by Connors. Andrew Ma-
kovec spoke and provided information he ob-
tained from the Public Works Department and
requested reconsideration of the decision to
deny the appeal. Motion carried 7-0.
8. General Obligation Bonds Series
2016ABC Complete Action: City Manager rec-
ommending approval of the suggested pro-
ceedings to complete the action required on
the recent Series 2016A, Series 2016B and
Series 2016C General Obligation Bonds. Res-
olution No. 88-16 (Series 2016A) Appointing
Wells Fargo Bank, National Association of
Minneapolis, Minnesota, to serve as Paying
Agent, Bond Registrar, and Transfer Agent,
approving the Paying Agent and Bond Regis-
trar and Transfer Agent Agreement and au-
thorizing the Execution of the Agreement. Up-
on motion the documents were received and
filed and Resolution No. 89-16 (Series 2016A)
Amending the “Resolution Authorizing and
Providing for the Issuance and Levying a Tax
for the Payment Thereof” passed May 4, 2015,
by substituting a new Resolution therefore,
authorizing and providing for the issuance of
$2,830,000 General Obligation Bonds, Series
2016A, and levying a tax to pay said Bonds;
approval of the Tax Exemption Certificate and
Continuing Disclosure Certificate; Resolution
No. 90-16 (Series 2016B) Appointing Wells
Fargo Bank, National Association of Minneap-
olis, Minnesota, to serve as Paying Agent,
Bond Registrar, and Transfer Agent, approving
the Paying Agent and Bond Registrar and
Transfer Agent Agreement and Authorizing the
execution of the Agreement; Resolution No.
91-16 (Series 2016B) Authorizing and provid-
ing for the issuance of $10,920,000 General
Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2016B,
and levying a tax to pay said Bonds; approval
of the Tax Exemption Certificate and Continu-
ing Disclosure Certificate; Resolution No. 92-
16 (Series 2016C) Appointing Wells Fargo
Bank, National Association of Minneapolis,
Minnesota, to serve as Paying Agent, Bond
Registrar, and Transfer Agent, approving the
Paying Agent and Bond Registrar and Transfer
Agent Agreement and Authorizing the execu-
tion of the Agreement; and Resolution No. 93-
16 (Series 2016C) Authorizing and providing
for the issuance of $4,145,000 General Obliga-
tion Bonds, Series 2016C, and levying a tax to
pay said Bonds; approval of the Tax Exemp-
tion Certificate and Continuing Disclosure Cer-
tificate were adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 88-16
APPOINTING WELLS FARGO BANK, NA-
TIONAL ASSOCIATION OF MINNEAPOLIS,
MINNESOTA, TO SERVE AS PAYING
AGENT, BOND REGISTRAR, AND TRANS-
FER AGENT, APPROVING THE PAYING
AGENT AND BOND REGISTRAR AND
TRANSFER AGENT AGREEMENT AND AU-
THORIZING THE EXECUTION OF THE
AGREEMENT
Whereas, $2,830,000 General Obligation
Bonds, Series 2016A, dated April 4, 2016,
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have been sold and action should now be tak-
en to provide for the maintenance of records,
registration of certificates and payment of prin-
cipal and interest in connection with the issu-
ance of the Bonds; and
Whereas, this Council has deemed that the
services offered by Wells Fargo Bank, National
Association of Minneapolis, Minnesota, are
necessary for compliance with rules, regula-
tions, and requirements governing the registra-
tion, transfer and payment of registered bonds;
and
Whereas, a Paying Agent, Bond Registrar
and Transfer Agent Agreement (hereafter
"Agreement") has been prepared to be entered
into between the City and Wells Fargo Bank,
National Association.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, STATE OF IOWA:
1. That Wells Fargo Bank, National Asso-
ciation of Minneapolis, Minnesota, is hereby
appointed to serve as Paying Agent, Bond
Registrar and Transfer Agent in connection
with the issuance of $2,830,000 General Obli-
gation Bonds, Series 2016A, dated April 4,
2016.
2. That the Agreement with Wells Fargo
Bank, National Association of Minneapolis,
Minnesota, is hereby approved and that the
Mayor and Clerk are authorized to sign the
Agreement on behalf of the City.
Passed and approved this 21st day of
March, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
RESOLUTION NO. 89-16
AMENDING THE “RESOLUTION AUTHOR-
IZING AND PROVIDING FOR THE ISSU-
ANCE AND LEVYING A TAX FOR THE
PAYMENT THEREOF” PASSED MAY 4,
2015, BY SUBSTITUTING A NEW RESOLU-
TION THEREFORE, AUTHORIZING AND
PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE OF
$2,830,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION
BONDS, SERIES 2016A, AND LEVYING A
TAX TO PAY SAID BONDS; APPROVAL OF
THE TAX EXEMPTION CERTIFICATE AND
CONTINUING DISCLOSURE CERTIFICATE
Whereas, the Issuer is duly incorporated,
organized and exists under and by virtue of the
laws and Constitution of the State of Iowa; and
Whereas, the Issuer is in need of funds to
pay costs of the settlement of any part or all of
the legal indebtedness of a city, whether evi-
denced by bonds, warrants, or judgments, or
the funding or refunding of the same, whether
or not such indebtedness was created for a
purpose for which general obligation bonds
might have been issued in the original in-
stance, including the settlement of the Fran-
chise Fee Litigation, and it is deemed neces-
sary and advisable that General Obligation
Bonds, to the amount of not to exceed
$3,000,000 be authorized for said purposes;
and
Whereas, pursuant to notice published as
required by Section 384.25 of the Code of Io-
wa, this Council has held a public meeting and
hearing upon the proposal to institute proceed-
ings for the issuance of the Bonds, and the
Council is therefore now authorized to proceed
with the issuance of $2,830,000 General Obli-
gation Refunding Bonds for such purposes;
and
Whereas, pursuant to the provisions of
Chapter 75 of the Code of Iowa, the above
mentioned Bonds were heretofore sold at pub-
lic sale and action should now be taken to is-
sue said Bonds conforming to the terms and
conditions of the best bid received at the ad-
vertised public sale; and
Whereas, on May 4, 2015, the City Council
of said City did adopt a certain Resolution enti-
tled "RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE IS-
SUANCE AND LEVYING A TAX FOR THE
PAYMENT THEREOF"; and
Whereas, due to certain changes in the
overall financing plans of the City, it is neces-
sary to make numerous changes to the Reso-
lution adopted on May 4, 2015 and, therefore,
said Council has adopted a new Resolution to
be substituted in its entirety for the Resolution
previously adopted on May 4, 2015;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, STATE OF IOWA:
Definitions. The following terms shall have
the following meanings in this Resolution un-
less the text expressly or by necessary impli-
cation requires otherwise:
"Authorized Denominations" shall mean
$5,000 or any integral multiple thereof.
• "Beneficial Owner" shall mean, when-
ever used with respect to a Bond, the
person in whose name such Bond is
recorded as the beneficial owner of
such Bond by a Participant on the rec-
ords of such Participant or such per-
son's subrogee.
• "Blanket Issuer Letter of Representa-
tions" shall mean the Representation
Letter from the Issuer to DTC, with re-
spect to the Bonds.
• "Bond Fund" shall mean the fund cre-
ated in Section 3 of this Resolution.
• "Bonds" shall mean $2,830,000 Gen-
eral Obligation Bonds, Series 2016A,
authorized to be issued by this Resolu-
tion.
• "Cede & Co." shall mean Cede & Co.,
the nominee of DTC, and any succes-
sor nominee of DTC with respect to the
Bonds.
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• "Continuing Disclosure Certificate" shall
mean that certain Continuing Disclo-
sure Certificate approved under the
terms of this Resolution and to be exe-
cuted by the Issuer and dated the date
of issuance and delivery of the Bonds,
as originally executed and as it may be
amended from time to time in accord-
ance with the terms thereof.
• "Depository Bonds" shall mean the
Bonds as issued in the form of one
global certificate for each maturity, reg-
istered in the Registration Books main-
tained by the Registrar in the name of
DTC or its nominee.
• "DTC" shall mean The Depository Trust
Company, New York, New York, which
will act as security depository for the
Bond pursuant to the Representation
Letter.
• "Issuer" and "City" shall mean the City
of Dubuque, State of Iowa.
• "Participants" shall mean those broker-
dealers, banks and other financial insti-
tutions for which DTC holds Bonds as
securities depository.
• "Paying Agent" shall mean Wells Fargo
Bank, National Association, or such
successor as may be approved by Is-
suer as provided herein and who shall
carry out the duties prescribed herein
as Issuer's agent to provide for the
payment of principal of and interest on
the Bonds as the same shall become
due.
• "Project" shall mean the settlement of
any part or all of the legal indebtedness
of a city, whether evidenced by bonds,
warrants, or judgments, or the funding
or refunding of the same, whether or
not such indebtedness was created for
a purpose for which general obligation
bonds might have been issued in the
original instance, including the settle-
ment of the Franchise Fee Litigation.
• "Project Fund" shall mean the fund re-
quired to be established by this Resolu-
tion for the deposit of the proceeds of
the Bonds.
• "Rebate Fund" shall mean the fund so
defined in and established pursuant to
the Tax Exemption Certificate.
• "Registrar" shall mean Wells Fargo
Bank, National Association of Minne-
apolis, Minnesota, or such successor
as may be approved by Issuer as pro-
vided herein and who shall carry out
the duties prescribed herein with re-
spect to maintaining a register of the
owners of the Bonds. Unless otherwise
specified, the Registrar shall also act
as Transfer Agent for the Bonds.
• "Resolution" shall mean this resolution
authorizing the Bonds.
• "Tax Exemption Certificate" shall mean
the Tax Exemption Certificate approved
under the terms of this Resolution and
to be executed by the Finance Director
and delivered at the time of issuance
and delivery of the Bonds.
• "Treasurer" shall mean the Finance Di-
rector or such other officer as shall
succeed to the same duties and re-
sponsibilities with respect to the record-
ing and payment of the Bonds issued
hereunder.
Levy and Certification of Annual Tax; Other
Funds to be Used.
Levy of Annual Tax. That for the purpose
of providing funds to pay the principal and in-
terest of the Bonds hereinafter authorized to
be issued, there is hereby levied for each fu-
ture year the following direct annual tax on all
of the taxable property in Dubuque, Iowa to-
wit:
AMOUNT
FISCAL YEAR
(JULY 1 TO JUNE 30)
YEAR OF COLLECTION
$22,141 * 2016/2017
$202,906 2017/2018
$205,307 2018/2019
$202,606 2019/2020
$199,907 2020/2021
$197,206 2021/2022
$199,507 2022/2023
$196,706 2023/2024
$198,907 2024/2025
$195,825 2025/2026
$196,475 2026/2027
$191,975 2027/2028
$192,475 2028/2029
$192,825 2029/2030
$193,025 2030/2031
$187,868 2031/2032
$187,507 2032/2033
$186,981 2033/2034
$186,075 2034/2035
*A levy has been included in the budget
previously certified and will be used together
with available City funds to pay the principal
and interest of the Bond coming due in fiscal
year 2017.
(NOTE: For example the levy to be made
and certified against the taxable valuations of
January 1, 201 will be collected during the
fiscal year commencing July 1, 2018.)
Resolution to be Filed With County Auditor.
A certified copy of this Resolution shall be filed
with the Auditor of Dubuque County, Iowa and
the Auditor is hereby instructed in and for each
of the years as provided, to levy and assess
the tax hereby authorized in Section 2 of this
Resolution, in like manner as other taxes are
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levied and assessed, and such taxes so levied
in and for each of the years aforesaid be col-
lected in like manner as other taxes of the City
are collected, and when collected be used for
the purpose of paying principal and interest on
said Bonds issued in anticipation of the tax,
and for no other purpose whatsoever; which
action requires a modification and change of
the levies originally made in accordance with
the Bond Resolution certified to and filed in the
Dubuque County Auditor's office on May 6,
2015.
Additional City Funds Available. Principal
and interest coming due at any time when the
proceeds of said tax on hand shall be insuffi-
cient to pay the same shall be promptly paid
when due from current funds of the City avail-
able for that purpose and reimbursement shall
be made from such special fund in the
amounts thus advanced.
Bond Fund. Said tax shall be assessed
and collected each year at the same time and
in the same manner as, and in addition to, all
other taxes in and for the City, and when col-
lected they shall be converted into a special
fund within the Debt Service Fund to be known
as the "GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUND
NO. 1" (the "Bond Fund"), which is hereby
pledged for and shall be used only for the
payment of the principal of and interest on the
Bonds hereinafter authorized to be issued; and
also there shall be apportioned to said fund its
proportion of taxes received by the City from
property that is centrally assessed by the State
of Iowa.
Application of Bond Proceeds. Proceeds of
the Bonds, other than accrued interest except
as may be provided below, shall be credited to
the Project Fund and expended therefrom for
the purposes of issuance. Any amounts on
hand in the Project Fund shall be available for
the payment of the principal of or interest on
the Bonds at any time that other funds shall be
insufficient to the purpose, in which event such
funds shall be repaid to the Project Fund at the
earliest opportunity. Any balance on hand in
the Project Fund and not immediately required
for its purposes may be invested not incon-
sistent with limitations provided by law or this
Resolution.
Investment of Bond Fund Proceeds. All
moneys held in the Bond Fund, provided for by
Section 3 of this Resolution shall be invested
in investments permitted by Chapter 12B,
Code of Iowa, 2015, as amended, or deposited
in financial institutions which are members of
the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation
and the deposits in which are insured thereby
and all such deposits exceeding the maximum
amount insured from time to time by FDIC or
its equivalent successor in any one financial
institution shall be continuously secured in
compliance with Chapter 12C of the Code of
Iowa, 2015, as amended, or otherwise by a
valid pledge of direct obligations of the United
States Government having an equivalent mar-
ket value. All such interim investments shall
mature before the date on which the moneys
are required for payment of principal of or in-
terest on the Bonds as herein provided.
Bond Details, Execution and Redemption.
Bond Details. General Obligation Bonds of
the City in the amount of $2,830,000, shall be
issued pursuant to the provisions of Section
384.25 of the Code of Iowa for the aforesaid
purposes. The Bonds shall be designated
"GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND, SERIES
2016A", be dated April 4, 2016, and bear in-
terest from the date thereof, until payment
thereof, at the office of the Paying Agent, said
interest payable on December 1, 2016, and
semiannually thereafter on the 1st day of June
and December in each year until maturity at
the rates hereinafter provided.
The Bonds shall be executed by the man-
ual or facsimile signature of the Mayor and
attested by the manual or facsimile signature
of the Clerk, and impressed or printed with the
seal of the City and shall be fully registered as
to both principal and interest as provided in
this Resolution; principal, interest and premi-
um, if any, shall be payable at the office of the
Paying Agent by mailing of a check to the reg-
istered owner of the Bond. The Bonds shall be
in the denomination of $5,000 or multiples
thereof. The Bonds shall mature and bear in-
terest as follows:
Principal Interest Maturity
Amount Rate June 1st
$120,000 2.00% 2017
$130,000 2.00% 2018
$135,000 2.00% 2019
$135,000 2.00% 2020
$135,000 2.00% 2021
$135,000 2.00% 2022
$140,000 2.00% 2023
$140,000 2.00% 2024
$145,000 2.13% 2025
$145,000 3.00% 2026
$150,000 3.00% 2027
$150,000 3.00% 2028
$155,000 3.00% 2029
$160,000 3.00% 2030
$165,000 3.13% 2031
$165,000 3.25% 2032
$170,000 3.25% 2033
$175,000 3.38% 2034
$180,000 3.38% 2035
Redemption.
Optional Redemption. Bonds maturing af-
ter June 1, 2024, may be called for optional
redemption by the Issuer on that date or any
date thereafter, from any funds regardless of
source, in whole or from time to time in part, in
any order of maturity and within an annual
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maturity by lot. The terms of redemption shall
be par, plus accrued interest to date of call.
Thirty days' written notice of redemption
shall be given to the registered owner of the
Bond. Failure to give written notice to any reg-
istered owner of the Bonds or any defect
therein shall not affect the validity of any pro-
ceedings for the redemption of the Bonds. All
Bonds or portions thereof called for redemp-
tion will cease to bear interest after the speci-
fied redemption date, provided funds for their
redemption are on deposit at the place of
payment. Written notice will be deemed com-
pleted upon transmission to the owner of rec-
ord.
If selection by lot within a maturity is re-
quired, the Registrar shall designate the Bonds
to be redeemed by random selection of the
names of the registered owners of the entire
annual maturity until the total amount of Bonds
to be called has been reached.
If less than all of a maturity is called for re-
demption, the Issuer will notify DTC of the par-
ticular amount of such maturity to be re-
deemed prior to maturity. DTC will determine
by lot the amount of each Participant's interest
in such maturity to be redeemed and each
Participant will then select by lot the beneficial
ownership interests in such maturity to be re-
deemed. All prepayments shall be at a price of
par plus accrued interest.
Extraordinary Redemption. In addition to
the optional redemption terms set forth above,
the Series A Bonds are subject to extraordi-
nary redemption prior to maturity, in whole or
from time to time in part, within the maturity by
lot, on any date or dates, at the option of the
City at a redemption price of par plus accrued
interest to the date of redemption, following the
occurrence of (i) the effective date of an
amended City ordinance that has been passed
by the City Council, and approved at an elec-
tion called for that purpose under Iowa Code
Section 364.2(4)(f), which imposes a franchise
fee on the gross revenues generated from
sales of electricity and/or natural gas within the
City at a rate above the current rate of five
percent (5%), or (ii) if at any time the City has
received and has on hand more than Five
Hundred Thousand Dollars ($500,000) in ag-
gregate amount of unclaimed judgment pro-
ceeds from the class administrator appointed
in the franchise fee litigation generally de-
scribed in Order No. CVCV054663, dated Sep-
tember 18, 2014 in the Iowa District Court in
and for Dubuque County, or as a result of do-
nations to the City of refund claims from class
members in said franchise fee litigation.
Issuance of Bonds in Book-Entry Form;
Replacement Bonds.
Notwithstanding the other provisions of this
Resolution regarding registration, ownership,
transfer, payment and exchange of the Bonds,
unless the Issuer determines to permit the
exchange of Depository Bonds for Bonds in
Authorized Denominations, the Bonds shall be
issued as Depository Bonds in denominations
of the entire principal amount of each maturity
of Bonds (or, if a portion of said principal
amount is prepaid, said principal amount less
the prepaid amount). The Bonds must be reg-
istered in the name of Cede & Co., as nominee
for DTC. Payment of semiannual interest for
any Bonds registered in the name of Cede &
Co. will be made by wire transfer or New York
Clearing House or equivalent next day funds to
the account of Cede & Co. on the interest
payment date for the Bonds at the address
indicated or in the Representation Letter.
The Bonds will be initially issued in the
form of separate single authenticated fully reg-
istered bonds in the amount of each stated
maturity of the Bonds. Upon initial issuance,
the ownership of the Bonds will be registered
in the registry books of the Wells Fargo Bank,
National Association kept by the Paying Agent
and Registrar in the name of Cede & Co., as
nominee of DTC. The Paying Agent and Reg-
istrar and the Issuer may treat DTC (or its
nominee) as the sole and exclusive owner of
the Bonds registered in its name for the pur-
poses of payment of the principal or redemp-
tion price of or interest on the Bonds, selecting
the Bonds or portions to be redeemed, giving
any notice permitted or required to be given to
registered owners of Bonds under the Resolu-
tion of the Issuer, registering the transfer of
Bonds, obtaining any consent or other action
to be taken by registered owners of the Bonds
and for other purposes. The Paying Agent,
Registrar and the Issuer have no responsibility
or obligation to any Participant or Beneficial
Owner of the Bonds under or through DTC
with respect to the accuracy of records main-
tained by DTC or any Participant; with respect
to the payment by DTC or Participant of an
amount of principal or redemption price of or
interest on the Bonds; with respect to any no-
tice given to owners of Bonds under the Reso-
lution; with respect to the Participant(s) select-
ed to receive payment in the event of a partial
redemption of the Bonds, or a consent given or
other action taken by DTC as registered owner
of the Bonds. The Paying Agent and Registrar
shall pay all principal of and premium, if any,
and interest on the Bonds only to Cede & Co.
in accordance with the Representation Letter,
and all payments are valid and effective to fully
satisfy and discharge the Issuer's obligations
with respect to the principal of and premium, if
any, and interest on the Bonds to the extent of
the sum paid. DTC must receive an authenti-
cated Bond for each separate stated maturity
evidencing the obligation of the Issuer to make
payments of principal of and premium, if any,
and interest. Upon delivery by DTC to the Pay-
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ing Agent and Registrar of written notice that
DTC has determined to substitute a new nom-
inee in place of Cede & Co., the Bonds will be
transferable to the new nominee in accordance
with this Section.
In the event the Issuer determines that it is
in the best interest of the Beneficial Owners
that they be able to obtain Bonds certificates,
the Issuer may notify DTC and the Paying
Agent and Registrar, whereupon DTC will noti-
fy the Participants, of the availability through
DTC of Bonds certificates. The Bonds will be
transferable in accordance with this Section.
DTC may determine to discontinue providing
its services with respect to the Bonds at any
time by giving notice to the Issuer and the Pay-
ing Agent and Registrar and discharging its
responsibilities under applicable law. In this
event, the Bonds will be transferable in ac-
cordance with this Section.
Notwithstanding any other provision of the
Resolution to the contrary, so long as any
Bond is registered in the name of Cede & Co.,
as nominee of DTC, all payments with respect
to the principal of and premium, if any, and
interest on the Bond and all notices must be
made and given, respectively to DTC as pro-
vided in the Representation letter.
In connection with any notice or other
communication to be provided to Bondholders
by the Issuer or the Paying Agent and Regis-
trar with respect to a consent or other action to
be taken by Bondholders, the Issuer or the
Paying Agent and Registrar, as the case may
be, shall establish a record date for the con-
sent or other action and give DTC notice of the
record date not less than 15 calendar days in
advance of the record date to the extent pos-
sible. Notice to DTC must be given only when
DTC is the sole Bondholder.
The Representation Letter is on file with
DTC and sets forth certain matters with re-
spect to, among other things, notices, con-
sents and approvals by Bondholders and
payments on the Bonds. The execution and
delivery of the Representation Letter to DTC
by the Issuer is ratified and confirmed.
In the event that a transfer or exchange of
the Bonds is permitted under this Section, the
transfer or exchange may be accomplished
upon receipt by the Registrar from the regis-
tered owners of the Bonds to be transferred or
exchanged and appropriate instruments of
transfer. In the event Bond certificates are
issued to holders other than Cede & Co., its
successor as nominee for DTC as holder of all
the Bonds, or other securities depository as
holder of all the Bonds, the provisions of the
Resolution apply to, among other things, the
printing of certificates and the method or pay-
ment of principal of and interest on the certifi-
cates. Any substitute depository shall be des-
ignated in writing by the Issuer to the Paying
Agent. Any such substitute depository shall be
a qualified and registered "clearing agency" as
provided in Section 17A of the Securities Ex-
change Act of 1934, as amended. The substi-
tute depository shall provide for (i) immobiliza-
tion of the Depository Bonds, (ii) registration
and transfer of interests in Depository Bonds
by book entries made on records of the depos-
itory or its nominee and (iii) payment of princi-
pal of, premium, if any, and interest on the
Bonds in accordance with and as such inter-
ests may appear with respect to such book
entries.
The officers of the Issuer are authorized
and directed to prepare and furnish to the pur-
chaser, and to the attorneys approving the
legality of Bonds, certified copies of proceed-
ings, ordinances, resolutions and records and
all certificates and affidavits and other instru-
ments as may be required to evidence the
legality and marketability of the Bonds, and all
certified copies, certificates, affidavits and oth-
er instruments constitute representations of
the Issuer as to the correctness of all stated or
recited facts.
Registration of Bonds; Appointment of
Registrar; Transfer; Ownership; Delivery; and
Cancellation.
Registration. The ownership of Bonds may
be transferred only by the making of an entry
upon the books kept for the registration and
transfer of ownership of the Bonds, and in no
other way. Wells Fargo Bank, National Associ-
ation is hereby appointed as Bond Registrar
under the terms of this Resolution and under
the provisions of a separate agreement with
the Issuer filed herewith which is made a part
hereof by this reference. Registrar shall main-
tain the books of the Issuer for the registration
of ownership of the Bonds for the payment of
principal of and interest on the Bonds as pro-
vided in this Resolution. All Bonds shall be
negotiable as provided in Article 8 of the Uni-
form Commercial Code and Section 384.31 of
the Code of Iowa, subject to the provisions for
registration and transfer contained in the
Bonds and in this Resolution.
Transfer. The ownership of any Bond may
be transferred only upon the Registration
Books kept for the registration and transfer of
Bonds and only upon surrender thereof at the
office of the Registrar together with an as-
signment duly executed by the holder or his
duly authorized attorney in fact in such form as
shall be satisfactory to the Registrar, along
with the address and social security number or
federal employer identification number of such
transferee (or, if registration is to be made in
the name of multiple individuals, of all such
transferees). In the event that the address of
the registered owner of a Bond (other than a
registered owner which is the nominee of the
broker or dealer in question) is that of a broker
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or dealer, there must be disclosed on the Reg-
istration Books the information pertaining to
the registered owner required above. Upon the
transfer of any such Bond, a new fully regis-
tered Bond, of any denomination or denomina-
tions permitted by this Resolution in aggregate
principal amount equal to the unmatured and
unredeemed principal amount of such trans-
ferred fully registered Bond, and bearing inter-
est at the same rate and maturing on the same
date or dates shall be delivered by the Regis-
trar.
Registration of Transferred Bonds. In all
cases of the transfer of the Bonds, the Regis-
trar shall register, at the earliest practicable
time, on the Registration Books, the Bonds, in
accordance with the provisions of this Resolu-
tion.
Ownership. As to any Bond, the person in
whose name the ownership of the same shall
be registered on the Registration Books of the
Registrar shall be deemed and regarded as
the absolute owner thereof for all purposes,
and payment of or on account of the principal
of any such Bonds and the premium, if any,
and interest thereon shall be made only to or
upon the order of the registered owner thereof
or his legal representative. All such payments
shall be valid and effectual to satisfy and dis-
charge the liability upon such Bond, including
the interest thereon, to the extent of the sum or
sums so paid.
Cancellation. All Bonds which have been
redeemed shall not be reissued but shall be
cancelled by the Registrar. All Bonds which
are cancelled by the Registrar shall be de-
stroyed and a certificate of the destruction
thereof shall be furnished promptly to the Issu-
er; provided that if the Issuer shall so direct,
the Registrar shall forward the cancelled
Bonds to the Issuer.
Non-Presentment of Bonds. In the event
any payment check representing payment of
principal of or interest on the Bonds is returned
to the Paying Agent or if any bond is not pre-
sented for payment of principal at the maturity
or redemption date, if funds sufficient to pay
such principal of or interest on Bonds shall
have been made available to the Paying Agent
for the benefit of the owner thereof, all liability
of the Issuer to the owner thereof for such in-
terest or payment of such Bonds shall forthwith
cease, terminate and be completely dis-
charged, and thereupon it shall be the duty of
the Paying Agent to hold such funds, without
liability for interest thereon, for the benefit of
the owner of such Bonds who shall thereafter
be restricted exclusively to such funds for any
claim of whatever nature on his part under this
Resolution or on, or with respect to, such in-
terest or Bonds. The Paying Agent's obligation
to hold such funds shall continue for a period
equal to two years and six months following
the date on which such interest or principal
became due, whether at maturity, or at the
date fixed for redemption thereof, or otherwise,
at which time the Paying Agent, shall surren-
der any remaining funds so held to the Issuer,
whereupon any claim under this Resolution by
the Owners of such interest or Bonds of what-
ever nature shall be made upon the Issuer.
Registration and Transfer Fees. The Reg-
istrar may furnish to each owner, at the Issu-
er's expense, one bond for each annual ma-
turity. The Registrar shall furnish additional
Bonds in lesser denominations (but not less
than the minimum denomination) to an owner
who so requests.
Reissuance of Mutilated, Destroyed, Stolen
or Lost Bonds. In case any outstanding Bond
shall become mutilated or be destroyed, stolen
or lost, the Issuer shall at the request of Regis-
trar authenticate and deliver a new Bond of
like tenor and amount as the Bond so mutilat-
ed, destroyed, stolen or lost, in exchange and
substitution for such mutilated Bond to Regis-
trar, upon surrender of such mutilated Bond, or
in lieu of and substitution for the Bond de-
stroyed, stolen or lost, upon filing with the Reg-
istrar evidence satisfactory to the Registrar
and Issuer that such Bond has been de-
stroyed, stolen or lost and proof of ownership
thereof, and upon furnishing the Registrar and
Issuer with satisfactory indemnity and comply-
ing with such other reasonable regulations as
the Issuer or its agent may prescribe and pay-
ing such expenses as the Issuer may incur in
connection therewith.
Record Date. Payments of principal and in-
terest, otherwise than upon full redemption,
made in respect of any Bond, shall be made to
the registered holder thereof or to their desig-
nated agent as the same appear on the books
of the Registrar on the 15th day of the month
preceding the payment date. All such pay-
ments shall fully discharge the obligations of
the Issuer in respect of such Bonds to the ex-
tent of the payments so made. Payment of
principal shall only be made upon surrender of
the Bond to the Paying Agent.
Execution, Authentication and Delivery of
the Bonds. Upon the adoption of this Resolu-
tion, the Mayor and Clerk shall execute and
deliver the Bonds to the Registrar, who shall
authenticate the Bonds and deliver the same
to or upon order of the Purchaser. No Bond
shall be valid or obligatory for any purpose or
shall be entitled to any right or benefit hereun-
der unless the Registrar shall duly endorse
and execute on such Bond a Certificate of
Authentication substantially in the form of the
Certificate herein set forth. Such Certificate
upon any Bond executed on behalf of the Is-
suer shall be conclusive evidence that the
Bond so authenticated has been duly issued
under this Resolution and that the holder
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thereof is entitled to the benefits of this Reso-
lution.
No Bonds shall be authenticated and de-
livered by the Registrar unless and until there
shall have been provided the following:
1. A certified copy of the Resolution of Is-
suer authorizing the issuance of the
Bonds;
2. A written order of Issuer signed by the
Finance Director of the Issuer direct-
ing the authentication and delivery of
the Bonds to or upon the order of the
Purchaser upon payment of the pur-
chase price as set forth therein;
3. The approving opinion of Ahlers &
Cooney, P.C., Bond Counsel, con-
cerning the validity and legality of all
the Bonds proposed to be issued.
Right to Name Substitute Paying Agent or
Registrar. Issuer reserves the right to name a
substitute, successor Registrar or Paying
Agent upon giving prompt written notice to
each registered bondholder.
Form of Bond. Bonds shall be printed sub-
stantially in the form as [provided]
Closing Documents. The Mayor and City
Clerk are authorized and directed to execute,
attest, seal and deliver for and on behalf of the
City any other additional certificates, docu-
ments, or other papers and perform all other
acts, including without limitation the execution
of all closing documents, as they may deem
necessary or appropriate in order to implement
and carry out the intent and purposes of this
Resolution.
Contract Between Issuer and Purchaser.
This Resolution constitutes a contract between
said City and the purchaser of the Bonds.
Non-Arbitrage Covenants. The Issuer rea-
sonably expects and covenants that no use
will be made of the proceeds from the issu-
ance and sale of the Bonds issued hereunder
which will cause any of the Bonds to be classi-
fied as arbitrage bonds within the meaning of
Sections 148(a) and (b) of the Internal Reve-
nue Code of the United States, as amended,
and that throughout the term of the Bonds it
will comply with the requirements of statutes
and regulations issued thereunder.
To the best knowledge and belief of the Is-
suer, there are no facts or circumstances that
would materially change the foregoing state-
ments or the conclusion that it is not expected
that the proceeds of the Bonds will be used in
a manner that would cause the Bonds to be
arbitrage bonds.
Approval of Tax Exemption Certificate. At-
tached hereto is a form of Tax Exemption Cer-
tificate stating the Issuer's reasonable expec-
tations as to the use of the proceeds of the
Bonds. The form of Tax Exemption Certificate
is approved. The Issuer hereby agrees to
comply with the provisions of the Tax Exemp-
tion Certificate and the provisions of the Tax
Exemption Certificate are hereby incorporated
by reference as part of this Resolution. The
Finance Director is hereby directed to make
and insert all calculations and determinations
necessary to complete the Tax Exemption
Certificate at issuance of the Bonds to certify
as to the reasonable expectations and cove-
nants of the Issuer at that date.
Continuing Disclosure. The Issuer hereby
covenants and agrees that it will comply with
and carry out all of the provisions of the Con-
tinuing Disclosure Certificate, and the provi-
sions of the Continuing Disclosure Certificate
are hereby incorporated by reference as part
of this Resolution and made a part hereof.
Notwithstanding any other provision of this
Resolution, failure of the Issuer to comply with
the Continuing Disclosure Certificate shall not
be considered an event of default under this
Resolution; however, any holder of the Bonds
or Beneficial Owner may take such actions as
may be necessary and appropriate, including
seeking specific performance by court order, to
cause the Issuer to comply with its obligations
under the Continuing Disclosure Certificate.
For purposes of this section, "Beneficial Own-
er" means any person which (a) has the pow-
er, directly or indirectly, to vote or consent with
respect to, or to dispose of ownership of, any
Bond (including persons holding Bonds
through nominees, depositories or other inter-
mediaries), or (b) is treated as the owner of
any Bonds for federal income tax purposes.
Additional Covenants, Representations
and Warranties of the Issuer. The Issuer certi-
fies and covenants with the purchasers and
holders of the Bonds from time to time out-
standing that the Issuer through its officers, (a)
will make such further specific covenants, rep-
resentations and assurances as may be nec-
essary or advisable; (b) comply with all repre-
sentations, covenants and assurances con-
tained in the Tax Exemption Certificate, which
Tax Exemption Certificate shall constitute a
part of the contract between the Issuer and the
owners of the Bonds;(c) consult with Bond
Counsel (as defined in the Tax Exemption
Certificate); (d) pay to the United States, as
necessary, such sums of money representing
required rebates of excess arbitrage profits
relating to the Bonds;(e) file such forms,
statements and supporting documents as may
be required and in a timely manner; and (f) if
deemed necessary or advisable by its officers,
to employ and pay fiscal agents, financial ad-
visors, attorneys and other persons to assist
the Issuer in such compliance.
Amendment of Resolution to Maintain Tax
Exemption. This Resolution may be amended
without the consent of any owner of the Bonds
if, in the opinion of Bond Counsel, such
amendment is necessary to maintain tax ex-
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emption with respect to the Bonds under appli-
cable Federal law or regulations.
Repeal of Conflicting Resolutions or Ordi-
nances. All ordinances and resolutions and
parts of ordinances and resolutions in conflict
herewith are hereby repealed.
Severability Clause. If any section, para-
graph, clause or provision of this Resolution be
held invalid, such invalidity shall not affect any
of the remaining provisions hereof, and this
Resolution shall become effective immediately
upon its passage and approval.
Passed and approved this 21st day of
March, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
RESOLUTION NO. 90-16
APPOINTING WELLS FARGO BANK, NA-
TIONAL ASSOCIATION OF MINNEAPOLIS,
MINNESOTA, TO SERVE AS PAYING
AGENT, BOND REGISTRAR, AND TRANS-
FER AGENT, APPROVING THE PAYING
AGENT AND BOND REGISTRAR AND
TRANSFER AGENT AGREEMENT AND AU-
THORIZING THE EXECUTION OF THE
AGREEMENT
Whereas, $10,920,000 General Obligation
Refunding Bonds, Series 2016B, dated April 4,
2016, have been sold and action should now
be taken to provide for the maintenance of
records, registration of certificates and pay-
ment of principal and interest in connection
with the issuance of the Bonds; and
Whereas, this Council has deemed that the
services offered by Wells Fargo Bank, National
Association of Minneapolis, Minnesota, are
necessary for compliance with rules, regula-
tions, and requirements governing the registra-
tion, transfer and payment of registered bonds;
and
Whereas, a Paying Agent, Bond Registrar
and Transfer Agent Agreement (hereafter
"Agreement") has been prepared to be entered
into between the City and Wells Fargo Bank,
National Association.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, STATE OF IOWA:
1. That Wells Fargo Bank, National Asso-
ciation of Minneapolis, Minnesota, is hereby
appointed to serve as Paying Agent, Bond
Registrar and Transfer Agent in connection
with the issuance of $10,920,000 General Ob-
ligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2016B, dated
April 4, 2016.
2. That the Agreement with Wells Fargo
Bank, National Association of Minneapolis,
Minnesota, is hereby approved and that the
Mayor and Clerk are authorized to sign the
Agreement on behalf of the City.
Passed and approved this 21st day of
March, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
RESOLUTION NO. 91-16
AUTHORIZING AND PROVIDING FOR THE
ISSUANCE OF $10,920,000 GENERAL OB-
LIGATION REFUNDING BONDS, SERIES
2016B, AND LEVYING A TAX TO PAY SAID
BONDS; APPROVAL OF THE TAX EXEMP-
TION CERTIFICATE AND CONTINUING
DISCLOSURE CERTIFICATE
Whereas, the Issuer is duly incorporated,
organized and exists under and by virtue of the
laws and Constitution of the State of Iowa; and
Whereas, the Issuer is in need of funds to
pay costs of settlement, adjustment, renewing,
or extension of any part or all of the legal in-
debtedness of a city, whether evidenced by
bonds, warrants, or judgments, or the funding
or refunding of the same, whether or not such
indebtedness was created for a purpose for
which general obligation bonds might have
been issued in the original instance, essential
corporate purposes, and it is deemed neces-
sary and advisable that General Obligation
Refunding Bonds, to the amount of not to ex-
ceed $15,555,000 be authorized for said pur-
poses; and
Whereas, pursuant to notice published as
required by Section 384.25 of the Code of Io-
wa, this Council has held a public meeting and
hearing upon the proposal to institute proceed-
ings for the issuance of not to exceed
$15,555,000 General Obligation Bonds, and
the Council is therefore now authorized to pro-
ceed with the issuance of $10,920,000 Gen-
eral Obligation Refunding Bonds for such pur-
poses; and
Whereas, pursuant to the provisions of
Chapter 75 of the Code of Iowa, the above
mentioned Bonds were heretofore sold at pub-
lic sale and action should now be taken to is-
sue said Bonds conforming to the terms and
conditions of the best bid received at the ad-
vertised public sale.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, STATE OF IOWA:
Definitions. The following terms shall have
the following meanings in this Resolution un-
less the text expressly or by necessary impli-
cation requires otherwise:
• "Authorized Denominations" shall mean
$5,000 or any integral multiple thereof.
• "Beneficial Owner" shall mean, when-
ever used with respect to a Bond, the
person in whose name such Bond is
recorded as the beneficial owner of
such Bond by a Participant on the rec-
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ords of such Participant or such per-
son's subrogee.
• "Blanket Issuer Letter of Representa-
tions" shall mean the Representation
Letter from the Issuer to DTC, with re-
spect to the Bonds.
• "Bond Fund" shall mean the fund cre-
ated in Section 3 of this Resolution.
• "Bonds" shall mean $10,920,000 Gen-
eral Obligation Refunding Bonds, Se-
ries 2016B, authorized to be issued by
this Resolution.
• "Cede & Co." shall mean Cede & Co.,
the nominee of DTC, and any succes-
sor nominee of DTC with respect to the
Bonds.
• "Continuing Disclosure Certificate" shall
mean that certain Continuing Disclo-
sure Certificate approved under the
terms of this Resolution and to be exe-
cuted by the Issuer and dated the date
of issuance and delivery of the Bonds,
as originally executed and as it may be
amended from time to time in accord-
ance with the terms thereof.
• "Depository Bonds" shall mean the
Bonds as issued in the form of one
global certificate for each maturity, reg-
istered in the Registration Books main-
tained by the Registrar in the name of
DTC or its nominee.
• "DTC" shall mean The Depository Trust
Company, New York, New York, which
will act as security depository for the
Bond pursuant to the Representation
Letter.
• "Issuer" and "City" shall mean the City
of Dubuque, State of Iowa.
• "Participants" shall mean those broker-
dealers, banks and other financial insti-
tutions for which DTC holds Bonds as
securities depository.
• "Paying Agent" shall mean Wells Fargo
Bank, National Association, or such
successor as may be approved by Is-
suer as provided herein and who shall
carry out the duties prescribed herein
as Issuer's agent to provide for the
payment of principal of and interest on
the Bonds as the same shall become
due.
• "Project" shall mean the settlement, ad-
justment, renewing, or extension of any
part or all of the legal indebtedness of a
city, whether evidenced by bonds, war-
rants, or judgments, or the funding or
refunding of the same, whether or not
such indebtedness was created for a
purpose for which general obligation
bonds might have been issued in the
original instance.
• "Project Fund" shall mean the fund into
which a portion of the proceeds that will
be used, together with interest earnings
thereon, to pay the principal, interest
and redemption premium, if any, on the
Refunded Bonds.
• "Rebate Fund" shall mean the fund so
defined in and established pursuant to
the Tax Exemption Certificate.
• "Refunded Bonds" shall mean
$1,025,000 of the $2,110,000 Gen-
eral Obligation Bonds, Series 2003,
dated October 15, 2003.
$990,000 of the $1,750,000 Gen-
eral Obligation Bonds, Series
2005A, dated April 18, 2005.
$3,050,000 of the $4,270,000 Gen-
eral Obligation Urban Renewal
Bonds, Series 2005B, dated April
18, 2005.
$1,830,000 of the $2,900,000 Gen-
eral Obligation Bonds, Series
2006A, dated May 2, 2006.
$2,705,000 of the $3,885,000 Gen-
eral Obligation Stormwater Bonds,
Series 2008A, dated November 4,
2008.
$1,790,000 of the $3,290,000 Gen-
eral Obligation Urban Renewal
Bonds, Series 2008B, dated No-
vember 4, 2008.
• "Registrar" shall mean Wells Fargo
Bank, National Association of Minne-
apolis, Minnesota, or such successor
as may be approved by Issuer as pro-
vided herein and who shall carry out
the duties prescribed herein with re-
spect to maintaining a register of the
owners of the Bonds. Unless otherwise
specified, the Registrar shall also act
as Transfer Agent for the Bonds.
• "Resolution" shall mean this resolution
authorizing the Bonds.
• "Tax Exemption Certificate" shall mean
the Tax Exemption Certificate approved
under the terms of this Resolution and
to be executed by the Finance Director
and delivered at the time of issuance
and delivery of the Bonds.
• "Treasurer" shall mean the Finance Di-
rector or such other officer as shall
succeed to the same duties and re-
sponsibilities with respect to the record-
ing and payment of the Bonds issued
hereunder.
Levy and Certification of Annual Tax; Other
Funds to be Used.
Levy of Annual Tax. That for the purpose
of providing funds to pay the principal and in-
terest of the Bonds hereinafter authorized to
be issued, there is hereby levied for each fu-
ture year the following direct annual tax on all
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of the taxable property in Dubuque, Iowa to-
wit:
AMOUNT
FISCAL YEAR
(JULY 1 TO JUNE 30)
YEAR OF COLLECTION
$1,597,600* 2016/2017
$1,601,400 2017/2018
$1,614,600 2018/2019
$1,608,200 2019/2020
$1,605,750 2020/2021
$1,012,100 2021/2022
$1,004,950 2022/2023
$592,200 2023/2024
$476,000 2024/2025
$267,800 2025/2026
$270,450 2026/2027
$267,800 2027/2028
*A levy has been included in the budget
previously certified and will be used together
with available City funds to pay the principal
and interest of the Bond coming due in fiscal
year 2017.
(NOTE: For example the levy to be made
and certified against the taxable valuations of
January 1, 2017 will be collected during the
fiscal year commencing July 1, 2018.)
Resolution to be Filed With County Auditor.
A certified copy of this Resolution shall be filed
with the Auditor of Dubuque County, Iowa and
the Auditor is hereby instructed in and for each
of the years as provided, to levy and assess
the tax hereby authorized in Section 2 of this
Resolution, in like manner as other taxes are
levied and assessed, and such taxes so levied
in and for each of the years aforesaid be col-
lected in like manner as other taxes of the City
are collected, and when collected be used for
the purpose of paying principal and interest on
said Bonds issued in anticipation of the tax,
and for no other purpose whatsoever.
Additional City Funds Available. Principal
and interest coming due at any time when the
proceeds of said tax on hand shall be insuffi-
cient to pay the same shall be promptly paid
when due from current funds of the City avail-
able for that purpose and reimbursement shall
be made from such special fund in the
amounts thus advanced.
Bond Fund. Said tax shall be assessed
and collected each year at the same time and
in the same manner as, and in addition to, all
other taxes in and for the City, and when col-
lected they shall be converted into a special
fund within the Debt Service Fund to be known
as the "GENERAL OBLIGATION REFUNDING
BOND FUND NO. 2" (the "Bond Fund"), which
is hereby pledged for and shall be used only
for the payment of the principal of and interest
on the Bonds hereinafter authorized to be is-
sued; and also there shall be apportioned to
said fund its proportion of taxes received by
the City from property that is centrally as-
sessed by the State of Iowa.
Application of Bond Proceeds. Proceeds of
the Bonds, other than accrued interest except
as may be provided below, shall be credited to
the Project Fund and expended therefrom for
the purposes of issuance. Proceeds invested
shall mature before the date on which the
moneys are required for payment of principal
and interest on the Refunded Bonds. Accrued
interest, if any, shall be deposited in the Bond
Fund.
Investment of Bond Fund Proceeds. All
moneys held in the Bond Fund, provided for by
Section 3 of this Resolution shall be invested
in investments permitted by Chapter 12B,
Code of Iowa, 2015, as amended, or deposited
in financial institutions which are members of
the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation
and the deposits in which are insured thereby
and all such deposits exceeding the maximum
amount insured from time to time by FDIC or
its equivalent successor in any one financial
institution shall be continuously secured in
compliance with Chapter 12C of the Code of
Iowa, 2015, as amended, or otherwise by a
valid pledge of direct obligations of the United
States Government having an equivalent mar-
ket value. All such interim investments shall
mature before the date on which the moneys
are required for payment of principal of or in-
terest on the Bonds as herein provided.
Bond Details, Execution and Redemption.
Bond Details. General Obligation Refund-
ing Bonds of the City in the amount of
$10,920,000, shall be issued pursuant to the
provisions of Section 384.25 of the Code of
Iowa for the aforesaid purposes. The Bonds
shall be designated "GENERAL OBLIGATION
REFUNDING BOND, SERIES 2016B", be
dated April 4, 2016, and bear interest from the
date thereof, until payment thereof, at the of-
fice of the Paying Agent, said interest payable
on June 1, 2016, and semiannually thereafter
on the 1st day of June and December in each
year until maturity at the rates hereinafter pro-
vided.
The Bonds shall be executed by the man-
ual or facsimile signature of the Mayor and
attested by the manual or facsimile signature
of the Clerk, and impressed or printed with the
seal of the City and shall be fully registered as
to both principal and interest as provided in
this Resolution; principal, interest and premi-
um, if any, shall be payable at the office of the
Paying Agent by mailing of a check to the reg-
istered owner of the Bond. The Bonds shall be
in the denomination of $5,000 or multiples
thereof. The Bonds shall mature and bear in-
terest as follows:
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Principal Interest Maturity
Amount Rate June 1st
$450,000 2.00% 2016
$1,310,000 2.00% 2017
$1,340,000 2.00% 2018
$1,380,000 3.00% 2019
$1,415,000 3.00% 2020
$1,455,000 3.00% 2021
$905,000 3.00% 2022
$925,000 3.00% 2023
$540,000 3.00% 2024
$440,000 3.00% 2025
$245,000 3.00% 2026
$255,000 3.00% 2027
$260,000 3.00% 2028
Redemption.
Optional Redemption. Bonds maturing af-
ter June 1, 2024, may be called for optional
redemption by the Issuer on that date or any
date thereafter, from any funds regardless of
source, in whole or from time to time in part, in
any order of maturity and within an annual
maturity by lot. The terms of redemption shall
be par, plus accrued interest to date of call.
Thirty days' written notice of redemption
shall be given to the registered owner of the
Bond. Failure to give written notice to any reg-
istered owner of the Bonds or any defect
therein shall not affect the validity of any pro-
ceedings for the redemption of the Bonds. All
Bonds or portions thereof called for redemp-
tion will cease to bear interest after the speci-
fied redemption date, provided funds for their
redemption are on deposit at the place of
payment. Written notice will be deemed com-
pleted upon transmission to the owner of rec-
ord.
If selection by lot within a maturity is re-
quired, the Registrar shall designate the Bonds
to be redeemed by random selection of the
names of the registered owners of the entire
annual maturity until the total amount of Bonds
to be called has been reached.
If less than all of a maturity is called for re-
demption, the Issuer will notify DTC of the par-
ticular amount of such maturity to be re-
deemed prior to maturity. DTC will determine
by lot the amount of each Participant's interest
in such maturity to be redeemed and each
Participant will then select by lot the beneficial
ownership interests in such maturity to be re-
deemed. All prepayments shall be at a price of
par plus accrued interest.
Issuance of Bonds in Book-Entry Form;
Replacement Bonds.
Notwithstanding the other provisions of this
Resolution regarding registration, ownership,
transfer, payment and exchange of the Bonds,
unless the Issuer determines to permit the
exchange of Depository Bonds for Bonds in
Authorized Denominations, the Bonds shall be
issued as Depository Bonds in denominations
of the entire principal amount of each maturity
of Bonds (or, if a portion of said principal
amount is prepaid, said principal amount less
the prepaid amount). The Bonds must be reg-
istered in the name of Cede & Co., as nominee
for DTC. Payment of semiannual interest for
any Bonds registered in the name of Cede &
Co. will be made by wire transfer or New York
Clearing House or equivalent next day funds to
the account of Cede & Co. on the interest
payment date for the Bonds at the address
indicated or in the Representation Letter.
The Bonds will be initially issued in the
form of separate single authenticated fully reg-
istered bonds in the amount of each stated
maturity of the Bonds. Upon initial issuance,
the ownership of the Bonds will be registered
in the registry books of the Wells Fargo Bank,
National Association kept by the Paying Agent
and Registrar in the name of Cede & Co., as
nominee of DTC. The Paying Agent and Reg-
istrar and the Issuer may treat DTC (or its
nominee) as the sole and exclusive owner of
the Bonds registered in its name for the pur-
poses of payment of the principal or redemp-
tion price of or interest on the Bonds, selecting
the Bonds or portions to be redeemed, giving
any notice permitted or required to be given to
registered owners of Bonds under the Resolu-
tion of the Issuer, registering the transfer of
Bonds, obtaining any consent or other action
to be taken by registered owners of the Bonds
and for other purposes. The Paying Agent,
Registrar and the Issuer have no responsibility
or obligation to any Participant or Beneficial
Owner of the Bonds under or through DTC
with respect to the accuracy of records main-
tained by DTC or any Participant; with respect
to the payment by DTC or Participant of an
amount of principal or redemption price of or
interest on the Bonds; with respect to any no-
tice given to owners of Bonds under the Reso-
lution; with respect to the Participant(s) select-
ed to receive payment in the event of a partial
redemption of the Bonds, or a consent given or
other action taken by DTC as registered owner
of the Bonds. The Paying Agent and Registrar
shall pay all principal of and premium, if any,
and interest on the Bonds only to Cede & Co.
in accordance with the Representation Letter,
and all payments are valid and effective to fully
satisfy and discharge the Issuer's obligations
with respect to the principal of and premium, if
any, and interest on the Bonds to the extent of
the sum paid. DTC must receive an authenti-
cated Bond for each separate stated maturity
evidencing the obligation of the Issuer to make
payments of principal of and premium, if any,
and interest. Upon delivery by DTC to the Pay-
ing Agent and Registrar of written notice that
DTC has determined to substitute a new nom-
inee in place of Cede & Co., the Bonds will be
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transferable to the new nominee in accordance
with this Section.
In the event the Issuer determines that it is
in the best interest of the Beneficial Owners
that they be able to obtain Bonds certificates,
the Issuer may notify DTC and the Paying
Agent and Registrar, whereupon DTC will noti-
fy the Participants, of the availability through
DTC of Bonds certificates. The Bonds will be
transferable in accordance with this Section.
DTC may determine to discontinue providing
its services with respect to the Bonds at any
time by giving notice to the Issuer and the Pay-
ing Agent and Registrar and discharging its
responsibilities under applicable law. In this
event, the Bonds will be transferable in ac-
cordance with this Section.
Notwithstanding any other provision of the
Resolution to the contrary, so long as any
Bond is registered in the name of Cede & Co.,
as nominee of DTC, all payments with respect
to the principal of and premium, if any, and
interest on the Bond and all notices must be
made and given, respectively to DTC as pro-
vided in the Representation letter.
In connection with any notice or other
communication to be provided to Bondholders
by the Issuer or the Paying Agent and Regis-
trar with respect to a consent or other action to
be taken by Bondholders, the Issuer or the
Paying Agent and Registrar, as the case may
be, shall establish a record date for the con-
sent or other action and give DTC notice of the
record date not less than 15 calendar days in
advance of the record date to the extent pos-
sible. Notice to DTC must be given only when
DTC is the sole Bondholder.
The Representation Letter is on file with
DTC and sets forth certain matters with re-
spect to, among other things, notices, con-
sents and approvals by Bondholders and
payments on the Bonds. The execution and
delivery of the Representation Letter to DTC
by the Issuer is ratified and confirmed.
In the event that a transfer or exchange of
the Bonds is permitted under this Section, the
transfer or exchange may be accomplished
upon receipt by the Registrar from the regis-
tered owners of the Bonds to be transferred or
exchanged and appropriate instruments of
transfer. In the event Bond certificates are
issued to holders other than Cede & Co., its
successor as nominee for DTC as holder of all
the Bonds, or other securities depository as
holder of all the Bonds, the provisions of the
Resolution apply to, among other things, the
printing of certificates and the method or pay-
ment of principal of and interest on the certifi-
cates. Any substitute depository shall be des-
ignated in writing by the Issuer to the Paying
Agent. Any such substitute depository shall be
a qualified and registered "clearing agency" as
provided in Section 17A of the Securities Ex-
change Act of 1934, as amended. The substi-
tute depository shall provide for (i) immobiliza-
tion of the Depository Bonds, (ii) registration
and transfer of interests in Depository Bonds
by book entries made on records of the depos-
itory or its nominee and (iii) payment of princi-
pal of, premium, if any, and interest on the
Bonds in accordance with and as such inter-
ests may appear with respect to such book
entries.
The officers of the Issuer are authorized
and directed to prepare and furnish to the pur-
chaser, and to the attorneys approving the
legality of Bonds, certified copies of proceed-
ings, ordinances, resolutions and records and
all certificates and affidavits and other instru-
ments as may be required to evidence the
legality and marketability of the Bonds, and all
certified copies, certificates, affidavits and oth-
er instruments constitute representations of
the Issuer as to the correctness of all stated or
recited facts.
Registration of Bonds; Appointment of
Registrar; Transfer; Ownership; Delivery; and
Cancellation.
Registration. The ownership of Bonds may
be transferred only by the making of an entry
upon the books kept for the registration and
transfer of ownership of the Bonds, and in no
other way. Wells Fargo Bank, National Associ-
ation is hereby appointed as Bond Registrar
under the terms of this Resolution and under
the provisions of a separate agreement with
the Issuer filed herewith which is made a part
hereof by this reference. Registrar shall main-
tain the books of the Issuer for the registration
of ownership of the Bonds for the payment of
principal of and interest on the Bonds as pro-
vided in this Resolution. All Bonds shall be
negotiable as provided in Article 8 of the Uni-
form Commercial Code and Section 384.31 of
the Code of Iowa, subject to the provisions for
registration and transfer contained in the
Bonds and in this Resolution.
Transfer. The ownership of any Bond may
be transferred only upon the Registration
Books kept for the registration and transfer of
Bonds and only upon surrender thereof at the
office of the Registrar together with an as-
signment duly executed by the holder or his
duly authorized attorney in fact in such form as
shall be satisfactory to the Registrar, along
with the address and social security number or
federal employer identification number of such
transferee (or, if registration is to be made in
the name of multiple individuals, of all such
transferees). In the event that the address of
the registered owner of a Bond (other than a
registered owner which is the nominee of the
broker or dealer in question) is that of a broker
or dealer, there must be disclosed on the Reg-
istration Books the information pertaining to
the registered owner required above. Upon the
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transfer of any such Bond, a new fully regis-
tered Bond, of any denomination or denomina-
tions permitted by this Resolution in aggregate
principal amount equal to the unmatured and
unredeemed principal amount of such trans-
ferred fully registered Bond, and bearing inter-
est at the same rate and maturing on the same
date or dates shall be delivered by the Regis-
trar.
Registration of Transferred Bonds. In all
cases of the transfer of the Bonds, the Regis-
trar shall register, at the earliest practicable
time, on the Registration Books, the Bonds, in
accordance with the provisions of this Resolu-
tion.
Ownership. As to any Bond, the person in
whose name the ownership of the same shall
be registered on the Registration Books of the
Registrar shall be deemed and regarded as
the absolute owner thereof for all purposes,
and payment of or on account of the principal
of any such Bonds and the premium, if any,
and interest thereon shall be made only to or
upon the order of the registered owner thereof
or his legal representative. All such payments
shall be valid and effectual to satisfy and dis-
charge the liability upon such Bond, including
the interest thereon, to the extent of the sum or
sums so paid.
Cancellation. All Bonds which have been
redeemed shall not be reissued but shall be
cancelled by the Registrar. All Bonds which
are cancelled by the Registrar shall be de-
stroyed and a certificate of the destruction
thereof shall be furnished promptly to the Issu-
er; provided that if the Issuer shall so direct,
the Registrar shall forward the cancelled
Bonds to the Issuer.
Non-Presentment of Bonds. In the event
any payment check representing payment of
principal of or interest on the Bonds is returned
to the Paying Agent or if any bond is not pre-
sented for payment of principal at the maturity
or redemption date, if funds sufficient to pay
such principal of or interest on Bonds shall
have been made available to the Paying Agent
for the benefit of the owner thereof, all liability
of the Issuer to the owner thereof for such in-
terest or payment of such Bonds shall forthwith
cease, terminate and be completely dis-
charged, and thereupon it shall be the duty of
the Paying Agent to hold such funds, without
liability for interest thereon, for the benefit of
the owner of such Bonds who shall thereafter
be restricted exclusively to such funds for any
claim of whatever nature on his part under this
Resolution or on, or with respect to, such in-
terest or Bonds. The Paying Agent's obligation
to hold such funds shall continue for a period
equal to two years and six months following
the date on which such interest or principal
became due, whether at maturity, or at the
date fixed for redemption thereof, or otherwise,
at which time the Paying Agent, shall surren-
der any remaining funds so held to the Issuer,
whereupon any claim under this Resolution by
the Owners of such interest or Bonds of what-
ever nature shall be made upon the Issuer.
Registration and Transfer Fees. The Reg-
istrar may furnish to each owner, at the Issu-
er's expense, one bond for each annual ma-
turity. The Registrar shall furnish additional
Bonds in lesser denominations (but not less
than the minimum denomination) to an owner
who so requests.
Reissuance of Mutilated, Destroyed, Stolen
or Lost Bonds. In case any outstanding Bond
shall become mutilated or be destroyed, stolen
or lost, the Issuer shall at the request of Regis-
trar authenticate and deliver a new Bond of
like tenor and amount as the Bond so mutilat-
ed, destroyed, stolen or lost, in exchange and
substitution for such mutilated Bond to Regis-
trar, upon surrender of such mutilated Bond, or
in lieu of and substitution for the Bond de-
stroyed, stolen or lost, upon filing with the Reg-
istrar evidence satisfactory to the Registrar
and Issuer that such Bond has been de-
stroyed, stolen or lost and proof of ownership
thereof, and upon furnishing the Registrar and
Issuer with satisfactory indemnity and comply-
ing with such other reasonable regulations as
the Issuer or its agent may prescribe and pay-
ing such expenses as the Issuer may incur in
connection therewith.
Record Date. Payments of principal and in-
terest, otherwise than upon full redemption,
made in respect of any Bond, shall be made to
the registered holder thereof or to their desig-
nated agent as the same appear on the books
of the Registrar on the 15th day of the month
preceding the payment date. All such pay-
ments shall fully discharge the obligations of
the Issuer in respect of such Bonds to the ex-
tent of the payments so made. Payment of
principal shall only be made upon surrender of
the Bond to the Paying Agent.
Execution, Authentication and Delivery of
the Bonds. Upon the adoption of this Resolu-
tion, the Mayor and Clerk shall execute and
deliver the Bonds to the Registrar, who shall
authenticate the Bonds and deliver the same
to or upon order of the Purchaser. No Bond
shall be valid or obligatory for any purpose or
shall be entitled to any right or benefit hereun-
der unless the Registrar shall duly endorse
and execute on such Bond a Certificate of
Authentication substantially in the form of the
Certificate herein set forth. Such Certificate
upon any Bond executed on behalf of the Is-
suer shall be conclusive evidence that the
Bond so authenticated has been duly issued
under this Resolution and that the holder
thereof is entitled to the benefits of this Reso-
lution.
Book 146 Regular Session March 21, 2016 80
No Bonds shall be authenticated and de-
livered by the Registrar unless and until there
shall have been provided the following:
1. A certified copy of the Resolution of Is-
suer authorizing the issuance of the
Bonds;
2. A written order of Issuer signed by the
Finance Director of the Issuer direct-
ing the authentication and delivery of
the Bonds to or upon the order of the
Purchaser upon payment of the pur-
chase price as set forth therein;
3. The approving opinion of Ahlers &
Cooney, P.C., Bond Counsel, con-
cerning the validity and legality of all
the Bonds proposed to be issued.
Right to Name Substitute Paying Agent or
Registrar. Issuer reserves the right to name a
substitute, successor Registrar or Paying
Agent upon giving prompt written notice to
each registered bondholder.
Form of Bond. Bonds shall be printed sub-
stantially in the form as [provided].
Closing Documents. The Mayor and City
Clerk are authorized and directed to execute,
attest, seal and deliver for and on behalf of the
City any other additional certificates, docu-
ments, or other papers and perform all other
acts, including without limitation the execution
of all closing documents, as they may deem
necessary or appropriate in order to implement
and carry out the intent and purposes of this
Resolution.
Contract Between Issuer and Purchaser.
This Resolution constitutes a contract between
said City and the purchaser of the Bonds.
Non-Arbitrage Covenants. The Issuer rea-
sonably expects and covenants that no use
will be made of the proceeds from the issu-
ance and sale of the Bonds issued hereunder
which will cause any of the Bonds to be classi-
fied as arbitrage bonds within the meaning of
Sections 148(a) and (b) of the Internal Reve-
nue Code of the United States, as amended,
and that throughout the term of the Bonds it
will comply with the requirements of statutes
and regulations issued thereunder.
To the best knowledge and belief of the Is-
suer, there are no facts or circumstances that
would materially change the foregoing state-
ments or the conclusion that it is not expected
that the proceeds of the Bonds will be used in
a manner that would cause the Bonds to be
arbitrage bonds.
Approval of Tax Exemption Certificate. At-
tached hereto is a form of Tax Exemption Cer-
tificate stating the Issuer's reasonable expec-
tations as to the use of the proceeds of the
Bonds. The form of Tax Exemption Certificate
is approved. The Issuer hereby agrees to
comply with the provisions of the Tax Exemp-
tion Certificate and the provisions of the Tax
Exemption Certificate are hereby incorporated
by reference as part of this Resolution. The
Finance Director is hereby directed to make
and insert all calculations and determinations
necessary to complete the Tax Exemption
Certificate at issuance of the Bonds to certify
as to the reasonable expectations and cove-
nants of the Issuer at that date.
Continuing Disclosure. The Issuer hereby
covenants and agrees that it will comply with
and carry out all of the provisions of the Con-
tinuing Disclosure Certificate, and the provi-
sions of the Continuing Disclosure Certificate
are hereby incorporated by reference as part
of this Resolution and made a part hereof.
Notwithstanding any other provision of this
Resolution, failure of the Issuer to comply with
the Continuing Disclosure Certificate shall not
be considered an event of default under this
Resolution; however, any holder of the Bonds
or Beneficial Owner may take such actions as
may be necessary and appropriate, including
seeking specific performance by court order, to
cause the Issuer to comply with its obligations
under the Continuing Disclosure Certificate.
For purposes of this section, "Beneficial Own-
er" means any person which (a) has the pow-
er, directly or indirectly, to vote or consent with
respect to, or to dispose of ownership of, any
Bond (including persons holding Bonds
through nominees, depositories or other inter-
mediaries), or (b) is treated as the owner of
any Bonds for federal income tax purposes.
Additional Covenants, Representations
and Warranties of the Issuer. The Issuer certi-
fies and covenants with the purchasers and
holders of the Bonds from time to time out-
standing that the Issuer through its officers, (a)
will make such further specific covenants, rep-
resentations and assurances as may be nec-
essary or advisable; (b) comply with all repre-
sentations, covenants and assurances con-
tained in the Tax Exemption Certificate, which
Tax Exemption Certificate shall constitute a
part of the contract between the Issuer and the
owners of the Bonds;(c) consult with Bond
Counsel (as defined in the Tax Exemption
Certificate); (d) pay to the United States, as
necessary, such sums of money representing
required rebates of excess arbitrage profits
relating to the Bonds;(e) file such forms,
statements and supporting documents as may
be required and in a timely manner; and (f) if
deemed necessary or advisable by its officers,
to employ and pay fiscal agents, financial ad-
visors, attorneys and other persons to assist
the Issuer in such compliance.
Amendment of Resolution to Maintain Tax
Exemption. This Resolution may be amended
without the consent of any owner of the Bonds
if, in the opinion of Bond Counsel, such
amendment is necessary to maintain tax ex-
emption with respect to the Bonds under appli-
cable Federal law or regulations.
Book 146 Regular Session, March 21, 2016 81
Repeal of Conflicting Resolutions or Ordi-
nances. All ordinances and resolutions and
parts of ordinances and resolutions in conflict
herewith are hereby repealed.
Severability Clause. If any section, para-
graph, clause or provision of this Resolution be
held invalid, such invalidity shall not affect any
of the remaining provisions hereof, and this
Resolution shall become effective immediately
upon its passage and approval.
Passed and approved this 21st day of
March, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
RESOLUTION NO. 92-16
APPOINTING WELLS FARGO BANK, NA-
TIONAL ASSOCIATION OF MINNEAPOLIS,
MINNESOTA, TO SERVE AS PAYING
AGENT, BOND REGISTRAR, AND TRANS-
FER AGENT, APPROVING THE PAYING
AGENT AND BOND REGISTRAR AND
TRANSFER AGENT AGREEMENT AND AU-
THORIZING THE EXECUTION OF THE
AGREEMENT
Whereas, $4,145,000 General Obligation
Bonds, Series 2016C, dated April 4, 2016,
have been sold and action should now be tak-
en to provide for the maintenance of records,
registration of certificates and payment of prin-
cipal and interest in connection with the issu-
ance of the Bonds; and
Whereas, this Council has deemed that the
services offered by Wells Fargo Bank, National
Association of Minneapolis, Minnesota, are
necessary for compliance with rules, regula-
tions, and requirements governing the registra-
tion, transfer and payment of registered bonds;
and
Whereas, a Paying Agent, Bond Registrar
and Transfer Agent Agreement (hereafter
"Agreement") has been prepared to be entered
into between the City and Wells Fargo Bank,
National Association.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, STATE OF IOWA:
1. That Wells Fargo Bank, National Asso-
ciation of Minneapolis, Minnesota, is hereby
appointed to serve as Paying Agent, Bond
Registrar and Transfer Agent in connection
with the issuance of $4,145,000 General Obli-
gation Bonds, Series 2016C, dated April 4,
2016.
2. That the Agreement with Wells Fargo
Bank, National Association of Minneapolis,
Minnesota, is hereby approved and that the
Mayor and Clerk are authorized to sign the
Agreement on behalf of the City.
Passed and approved this 21st day of
March, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
RESOLUTION NO. 93-16
AUTHORIZING AND PROVIDING FOR THE
ISSUANCE OF $4,145,000 GENERAL OBLI-
GATION BONDS, SERIES 2016C, AND
LEVYING A TAX TO PAY SAID BONDS;
APPROVAL OF THE TAX EXEMPTION
CERTIFICATE AND CONTINUING DISCLO-
SURE CERTIFICATE
Whereas, the Issuer is duly incorporated,
organized and exists under and by virtue of the
laws and Constitution of the State of Iowa; and
Whereas, the Issuer is in need of funds to
pay costs of:
a) the opening, widening, extending,
grading, and draining of the right-of-
way of streets, highways, avenues,
alleys and public grounds;
b) the acquisition, construction, recon-
struction, extension, improvement,
and equipping of works and facili-
ties useful for the collection, treat-
ment, and disposal of sewage and
industrial waste in a sanitary man-
ner and for the collection and dis-
posal of surface waters and
streams;
c) the reconstruction, extension and
improvement of an airport owned or
operated by the city;
d) the acquisition, construction, recon-
struction, improvement, repair, and
equipping of waterworks, water
mains, and extensions, and real
and personal property, useful for
providing potable water to residents
of a city, essential corporate pur-
poses, and it is deemed necessary
and advisable that General Obliga-
tion Bonds, to the amount of not to
exceed $15,555,000 be authorized
for said purposes; and
Whereas, pursuant to notice published as
required by Section 384.25 of the Code of Io-
wa, this Council has held a public meeting and
hearing upon the proposal to institute proceed-
ings for the issuance of the Bonds, and the
Council is therefore now authorized to proceed
with the issuance of said Bonds for such pur-
poses; and
Whereas, the City is in need of funds to
pay costs of improvement and equipping of the
Federal Building and Ham House, general
corporate purposes, and it is deemed neces-
sary and advisable that General Obligation
Bonds, to the amount of not to exceed
$505,000 be authorized for said purposes; and
Whereas, the Issuer has a population of
more than 5,000 but not more than 75,000,
and the Bonds for these purposes do not ex-
ceed $700,000; and
Whereas, pursuant to notice published as
required by Section 384.26 of the Code of Io-
wa, the Council of the City has held public
Book 146 Regular Session March 21, 2016 82
meeting and hearing upon the proposal to in-
stitute proceedings for the issuance of Bonds
for general corporate purposes in the amounts
as above set forth, and, no petition for referen-
dum having been received, the Council is
therefore now authorized to proceed with the
issuance of said Bonds for such purposes; and
Whereas, pursuant to Section 384.28 of
the Code of Iowa, it is hereby found and de-
termined that the various general obligation
Bonds authorized as hereinabove described
shall be combined for the purpose of issuance
in a single issue of $4,145,000 General Obli-
gation Bonds as hereinafter set forth; and
Whereas, pursuant to the provisions of
Chapter 75 of the Code of Iowa, the above
mentioned Bonds were heretofore sold at pub-
lic sale and action should now be taken to is-
sue said Bonds conforming to the terms and
conditions of the best bid received at the ad-
vertised public sale.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, STATE OF IOWA:
Definitions. The following terms shall have
the following meanings in this Resolution un-
less the text expressly or by necessary impli-
cation requires otherwise:
• "Authorized Denominations" shall mean
$5,000 or any integral multiple thereof.
• "Beneficial Owner" shall mean, when-
ever used with respect to a Bond, the
person in whose name such Bond is
recorded as the beneficial owner of
such Bond by a Participant on the rec-
ords of such Participant or such per-
son's subrogee.
• "Blanket Issuer Letter of Representa-
tions" shall mean the Representation
Letter from the Issuer to DTC, with re-
spect to the Bonds.
• "Bond Fund" shall mean the fund cre-
ated in Section 3 of this Resolution.
• "Bonds" shall mean $4,145,000 Gen-
eral Obligation Bonds, Series 2016C,
authorized to be issued by this Resolu-
tion.
• "Cede & Co." shall mean Cede & Co.,
the nominee of DTC, and any succes-
sor nominee of DTC with respect to the
Bonds.
• "Continuing Disclosure Certificate" shall
mean that certain Continuing Disclo-
sure Certificate approved under the
terms of this Resolution and to be exe-
cuted by the Issuer and dated the date
of issuance and delivery of the Bonds,
as originally executed and as it may be
amended from time to time in accord-
ance with the terms thereof.
• "Depository Bonds" shall mean the
Bonds as issued in the form of one
global certificate for each maturity, reg-
istered in the Registration Books main-
tained by the Registrar in the name of
DTC or its nominee.
• "DTC" shall mean The Depository Trust
Company, New York, New York, which
will act as security depository for the
Bond pursuant to the Representation
Letter.
• "Issuer" and "City" shall mean the City
of Dubuque, State of Iowa.
• "Participants" shall mean those broker-
dealers, banks and other financial insti-
tutions for which DTC holds Bonds as
securities depository.
• "Paying Agent" shall mean Wells Fargo
Bank, National Association, or such
successor as may be approved by Is-
suer as provided herein and who shall
carry out the duties prescribed herein
as Issuer's agent to provide for the
payment of principal of and interest on
the Bonds as the same shall become
due.
• "Project" shall mean:
a) the opening, widening, extending,
grading, and draining of the right-of-
way of streets, highways, avenues,
alleys and public grounds;
b) the acquisition, construction, recon-
struction, extension, improvement,
and equipping of works and facili-
ties useful for the collection, treat-
ment, and disposal of sewage and
industrial waste in a sanitary man-
ner and for the collection and dis-
posal of surface waters and
streams;
c) the reconstruction, extension and
improvement of an airport owned or
operated by the city;
d) the acquisition, construction, recon-
struction, improvement, repair, and
equipping of waterworks, water
mains, and extensions, and real
and personal property, useful for
providing potable water to residents
of a city; and
e) improvement and equipping of the
Federal Building and Ham House.
• "Project Fund" shall mean the fund re-
quired to be established by this Resolu-
tion for the deposit of the proceeds of
the Bonds.
• "Rebate Fund" shall mean the fund so
defined in and established pursuant to
the Tax Exemption Certificate.
• "Registrar" shall mean Wells Fargo
Bank, National Association of Minne-
apolis, Minnesota, or such successor
as may be approved by Issuer as pro-
vided herein and who shall carry out
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the duties prescribed herein with re-
spect to maintaining a register of the
owners of the Bonds. Unless otherwise
specified, the Registrar shall also act
as Transfer Agent for the Bonds.
• "Resolution" shall mean this resolution
authorizing the Bonds.
• "Tax Exemption Certificate" shall mean
the Tax Exemption Certificate approved
under the terms of this Resolution and
to be executed by the Finance Director
and delivered at the time of issuance
and delivery of the Bonds.
• "Treasurer" shall mean the Finance Di-
rector or such other officer as shall
succeed to the same duties and re-
sponsibilities with respect to the record-
ing and payment of the Bonds issued
hereunder.
Levy and Certification of Annual Tax; Other
Funds to be Used.
Levy of Annual Tax. That for the purpose
of providing funds to pay the principal and in-
terest of the Bonds hereinafter authorized to
be issued, there is hereby levied for each fu-
ture year the following direct annual tax on all
of the taxable property in Dubuque, Iowa to-
wit:
AMOUNT
FISCAL YEAR
(JULY 1 TO JUNE 30)
YEAR OF COLLECTION
$283,030 2016/2017
$288,012 2017/2018
$289,313 2018/2019
$285,512 2019/2020
$281,713 2020/2021
$282,912 2021/2022
$284,013 2022/2023
$285,012 2023/2024
$280,913 2024/2025
$286,812 2025/2026
$286,976 2026/2027
$285,375 2027/2028
$283,626 2028/2029
$286,725 2029/2030
$284,526 2030/2031
$282,175 2031/2032
$284,676 2032/2033
$281,875 2033/2034
$283,594 2034/2035
(NOTE: For example the levy to be made
and certified against the taxable valuations of
January 1, 2017 will be collected during the
fiscal year commencing July 1, 2018.)
Resolution to be Filed With County Auditor.
A certified copy of this Resolution shall be filed
with the Auditor of Dubuque County, Iowa and
the Auditor is hereby instructed in and for each
of the years as provided, to levy and assess
the tax hereby authorized in Section 2 of this
Resolution, in like manner as other taxes are
levied and assessed, and such taxes so levied
in and for each of the years aforesaid be col-
lected in like manner as other taxes of the City
are collected, and when collected be used for
the purpose of paying principal and interest on
said Bonds issued in anticipation of the tax,
and for no other purpose whatsoever.
Additional City Funds Available. Principal
and interest coming due at any time when the
proceeds of said tax on hand shall be insuffi-
cient to pay the same shall be promptly paid
when due from current funds of the City avail-
able for that purpose and reimbursement shall
be made from such special fund in the
amounts thus advanced.
Bond Fund. Said tax shall be assessed
and collected each year at the same time and
in the same manner as, and in addition to, all
other taxes in and for the City, and when col-
lected they shall be converted into a special
fund within the Debt Service Fund to be known
as the "GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUND
NO. 3" (the "Bond Fund"), which is hereby
pledged for and shall be used only for the
payment of the principal of and interest on the
Bonds hereinafter authorized to be issued; and
also there shall be apportioned to said fund its
proportion of taxes received by the City from
property that is centrally assessed by the State
of Iowa.
Application of Bond Proceeds. Proceeds of
the Bonds, other than accrued interest except
as may be provided below, shall be credited to
the Project Fund and expended therefrom for
the purposes of issuance. Any amounts on
hand in the Project Fund shall be available for
the payment of the principal of or interest on
the Bonds at any time that other funds shall be
insufficient to the purpose, in which event such
funds shall be repaid to the Project Fund at the
earliest opportunity. Any balance on hand in
the Project Fund and not immediately required
for its purposes may be invested not incon-
sistent with limitations provided by law or this
Resolution.
Investment of Bond Fund Proceeds. All
moneys held in the Bond Fund, provided for by
Section 3 of this Resolution shall be invested
in investments permitted by Chapter 12B,
Code of Iowa, 2015, as amended, or deposited
in financial institutions which are members of
the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation
and the deposits in which are insured thereby
and all such deposits exceeding the maximum
amount insured from time to time by FDIC or
its equivalent successor in any one financial
institution shall be continuously secured in
compliance with Chapter 12C of the Code of
Iowa, 2015, as amended, or otherwise by a
valid pledge of direct obligations of the United
States Government having an equivalent mar-
ket value. All such interim investments shall
mature before the date on which the moneys
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are required for payment of principal of or in-
terest on the Bonds as herein provided.
Bond Details, Execution and Redemption.
Bond Details. General Obligation Bonds of
the City in the amount of $4,145,000, shall be
issued pursuant to the provisions of Sections
384.25, 384.26 and 384.28 of the Code of Io-
wa for the aforesaid purposes. The Bonds
shall be designated "GENERAL OBLIGATION
BOND, SERIES 2016C", be dated April 4,
2016, and bear interest from the date thereof,
until payment thereof, at the office of the Pay-
ing Agent, said interest payable on December
1, 2016, and semiannually thereafter on the
1st day of June and December in each year
until maturity at the rates hereinafter provided.
The Bonds shall be executed by the man-
ual or facsimile signature of the Mayor and
attested by the manual or facsimile signature
of the Clerk, and impressed or printed with the
seal of the City and shall be fully registered as
to both principal and interest as provided in
this Resolution; principal, interest and premi-
um, if any, shall be payable at the office of the
Paying Agent by mailing of a check to the reg-
istered owner of the Bond. The Bonds shall be
in the denomination of $5,000 or multiples
thereof. The Bonds shall mature and bear in-
terest as follows:
Principal Interest Maturity
Amount Rate June 1st
$160,000 2.00% 2017
$185,000 2.00% 2018
$190,000 2.00% 2019
$190,000 2.00% 2020
$190,000 2.00% 2021
$195,000 2.00% 2022
$200,000 2.00% 2023
$205,000 2.00% 2024
$205,000 2.00% 2025
$215,000 2.25% 2026
$220,000 3.00% 2027
$225,000 3.00% 2028
$230,000 3.00% 2029
$240,000 3.00% 2030
$245,000 3.00% 2031
$250,000 3.00% 2032
$260,000 3.00% 2033
$265,000 3.13% 2034
$275,000 3.13% 2035
Redemption.
Optional Redemption. Bonds maturing af-
ter June 1, 2024, may be called for optional
redemption by the Issuer on that date or any
date thereafter, from any funds regardless of
source, in whole or from time to time in part, in
any order of maturity and within an annual
maturity by lot. The terms of redemption shall
be par, plus accrued interest to date of call.
Thirty days' written notice of redemption
shall be given to the registered owner of the
Bond. Failure to give written notice to any reg-
istered owner of the Bonds or any defect
therein shall not affect the validity of any pro-
ceedings for the redemption of the Bonds. All
Bonds or portions thereof called for redemp-
tion will cease to bear interest after the speci-
fied redemption date, provided funds for their
redemption are on deposit at the place of
payment. Written notice will be deemed com-
pleted upon transmission to the owner of rec-
ord.
If selection by lot within a maturity is re-
quired, the Registrar shall designate the Bonds
to be redeemed by random selection of the
names of the registered owners of the entire
annual maturity until the total amount of Bonds
to be called has been reached.
If less than all of a maturity is called for re-
demption, the Issuer will notify DTC of the par-
ticular amount of such maturity to be re-
deemed prior to maturity. DTC will determine
by lot the amount of each Participant's interest
in such maturity to be redeemed and each
Participant will then select by lot the beneficial
ownership interests in such maturity to be re-
deemed. All prepayments shall be at a price of
par plus accrued interest.
Issuance of Bonds in Book-Entry Form;
Replacement Bonds.
Notwithstanding the other provisions of this
Resolution regarding registration, ownership,
transfer, payment and exchange of the Bonds,
unless the Issuer determines to permit the
exchange of Depository Bonds for Bonds in
Authorized Denominations, the Bonds shall be
issued as Depository Bonds in denominations
of the entire principal amount of each maturity
of Bonds (or, if a portion of said principal
amount is prepaid, said principal amount less
the prepaid amount). The Bonds must be reg-
istered in the name of Cede & Co., as nominee
for DTC. Payment of semiannual interest for
any Bonds registered in the name of Cede &
Co. will be made by wire transfer or New York
Clearing House or equivalent next day funds to
the account of Cede & Co. on the interest
payment date for the Bonds at the address
indicated or in the Representation Letter.
The Bonds will be initially issued in the
form of separate single authenticated fully reg-
istered bonds in the amount of each stated
maturity of the Bonds. Upon initial issuance,
the ownership of the Bonds will be registered
in the registry books of the Wells Fargo Bank,
National Association kept by the Paying Agent
and Registrar in the name of Cede & Co., as
nominee of DTC. The Paying Agent and Reg-
istrar and the Issuer may treat DTC (or its
nominee) as the sole and exclusive owner of
the Bonds registered in its name for the pur-
poses of payment of the principal or redemp-
tion price of or interest on the Bonds, selecting
the Bonds or portions to be redeemed, giving
any notice permitted or required to be given to
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registered owners of Bonds under the Resolu-
tion of the Issuer, registering the transfer of
Bonds, obtaining any consent or other action
to be taken by registered owners of the Bonds
and for other purposes. The Paying Agent,
Registrar and the Issuer have no responsibility
or obligation to any Participant or Beneficial
Owner of the Bonds under or through DTC
with respect to the accuracy of records main-
tained by DTC or any Participant; with respect
to the payment by DTC or Participant of an
amount of principal or redemption price of or
interest on the Bonds; with respect to any no-
tice given to owners of Bonds under the Reso-
lution; with respect to the Participant(s) select-
ed to receive payment in the event of a partial
redemption of the Bonds, or a consent given or
other action taken by DTC as registered owner
of the Bonds. The Paying Agent and Registrar
shall pay all principal of and premium, if any,
and interest on the Bonds only to Cede & Co.
in accordance with the Representation Letter,
and all payments are valid and effective to fully
satisfy and discharge the Issuer's obligations
with respect to the principal of and premium, if
any, and interest on the Bonds to the extent of
the sum paid. DTC must receive an authenti-
cated Bond for each separate stated maturity
evidencing the obligation of the Issuer to make
payments of principal of and premium, if any,
and interest. Upon delivery by DTC to the Pay-
ing Agent and Registrar of written notice that
DTC has determined to substitute a new nom-
inee in place of Cede & Co., the Bonds will be
transferable to the new nominee in accordance
with this Section.
In the event the Issuer determines that it is
in the best interest of the Beneficial Owners
that they be able to obtain Bonds certificates,
the Issuer may notify DTC and the Paying
Agent and Registrar, whereupon DTC will noti-
fy the Participants, of the availability through
DTC of Bonds certificates. The Bonds will be
transferable in accordance with this Section.
DTC may determine to discontinue providing
its services with respect to the Bonds at any
time by giving notice to the Issuer and the Pay-
ing Agent and Registrar and discharging its
responsibilities under applicable law. In this
event, the Bonds will be transferable in ac-
cordance with this Section.
Notwithstanding any other provision of the
Resolution to the contrary, so long as any
Bond is registered in the name of Cede & Co.,
as nominee of DTC, all payments with respect
to the principal of and premium, if any, and
interest on the Bond and all notices must be
made and given, respectively to DTC as pro-
vided in the Representation letter.
In connection with any notice or other
communication to be provided to Bondholders
by the Issuer or the Paying Agent and Regis-
trar with respect to a consent or other action to
be taken by Bondholders, the Issuer or the
Paying Agent and Registrar, as the case may
be, shall establish a record date for the con-
sent or other action and give DTC notice of the
record date not less than 15 calendar days in
advance of the record date to the extent pos-
sible. Notice to DTC must be given only when
DTC is the sole Bondholder.
The Representation Letter is on file with
DTC and sets forth certain matters with re-
spect to, among other things, notices, con-
sents and approvals by Bondholders and
payments on the Bonds. The execution and
delivery of the Representation Letter to DTC
by the Issuer is ratified and confirmed.
In the event that a transfer or exchange of
the Bonds is permitted under this Section, the
transfer or exchange may be accomplished
upon receipt by the Registrar from the regis-
tered owners of the Bonds to be transferred or
exchanged and appropriate instruments of
transfer. In the event Bond certificates are
issued to holders other than Cede & Co., its
successor as nominee for DTC as holder of all
the Bonds, or other securities depository as
holder of all the Bonds, the provisions of the
Resolution apply to, among other things, the
printing of certificates and the method or pay-
ment of principal of and interest on the certifi-
cates. Any substitute depository shall be des-
ignated in writing by the Issuer to the Paying
Agent. Any such substitute depository shall be
a qualified and registered "clearing agency" as
provided in Section 17A of the Securities Ex-
change Act of 1934, as amended. The substi-
tute depository shall provide for (i) immobiliza-
tion of the Depository Bonds, (ii) registration
and transfer of interests in Depository Bonds
by book entries made on records of the depos-
itory or its nominee and (iii) payment of princi-
pal of, premium, if any, and interest on the
Bonds in accordance with and as such inter-
ests may appear with respect to such book
entries.
The officers of the Issuer are authorized
and directed to prepare and furnish to the pur-
chaser, and to the attorneys approving the
legality of Bonds, certified copies of proceed-
ings, ordinances, resolutions and records and
all certificates and affidavits and other instru-
ments as may be required to evidence the
legality and marketability of the Bonds, and all
certified copies, certificates, affidavits and oth-
er instruments constitute representations of
the Issuer as to the correctness of all stated or
recited facts.
Registration of Bonds; Appointment of
Registrar; Transfer; Ownership; Delivery; and
Cancellation.
Registration. The ownership of Bonds may
be transferred only by the making of an entry
upon the books kept for the registration and
transfer of ownership of the Bonds, and in no
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other way. Wells Fargo Bank, National Associ-
ation is hereby appointed as Bond Registrar
under the terms of this Resolution and under
the provisions of a separate agreement with
the Issuer filed herewith which is made a part
hereof by this reference. Registrar shall main-
tain the books of the Issuer for the registration
of ownership of the Bonds for the payment of
principal of and interest on the Bonds as pro-
vided in this Resolution. All Bonds shall be
negotiable as provided in Article 8 of the Uni-
form Commercial Code and Section 384.31 of
the Code of Iowa, subject to the provisions for
registration and transfer contained in the
Bonds and in this Resolution.
Transfer. The ownership of any Bond may
be transferred only upon the Registration
Books kept for the registration and transfer of
Bonds and only upon surrender thereof at the
office of the Registrar together with an as-
signment duly executed by the holder or his
duly authorized attorney in fact in such form as
shall be satisfactory to the Registrar, along
with the address and social security number or
federal employer identification number of such
transferee (or, if registration is to be made in
the name of multiple individuals, of all such
transferees). In the event that the address of
the registered owner of a Bond (other than a
registered owner which is the nominee of the
broker or dealer in question) is that of a broker
or dealer, there must be disclosed on the Reg-
istration Books the information pertaining to
the registered owner required above. Upon the
transfer of any such Bond, a new fully regis-
tered Bond, of any denomination or denomina-
tions permitted by this Resolution in aggregate
principal amount equal to the unmatured and
unredeemed principal amount of such trans-
ferred fully registered Bond, and bearing inter-
est at the same rate and maturing on the same
date or dates shall be delivered by the Regis-
trar.
Registration of Transferred Bonds. In all
cases of the transfer of the Bonds, the Regis-
trar shall register, at the earliest practicable
time, on the Registration Books, the Bonds, in
accordance with the provisions of this Resolu-
tion.
Ownership. As to any Bond, the person in
whose name the ownership of the same shall
be registered on the Registration Books of the
Registrar shall be deemed and regarded as
the absolute owner thereof for all purposes,
and payment of or on account of the principal
of any such Bonds and the premium, if any,
and interest thereon shall be made only to or
upon the order of the registered owner thereof
or his legal representative. All such payments
shall be valid and effectual to satisfy and dis-
charge the liability upon such Bond, including
the interest thereon, to the extent of the sum or
sums so paid.
Cancellation. All Bonds which have been
redeemed shall not be reissued but shall be
cancelled by the Registrar. All Bonds which
are cancelled by the Registrar shall be de-
stroyed and a certificate of the destruction
thereof shall be furnished promptly to the Issu-
er; provided that if the Issuer shall so direct,
the Registrar shall forward the cancelled
Bonds to the Issuer.
Non-Presentment of Bonds. In the event
any payment check representing payment of
principal of or interest on the Bonds is returned
to the Paying Agent or if any bond is not pre-
sented for payment of principal at the maturity
or redemption date, if funds sufficient to pay
such principal of or interest on Bonds shall
have been made available to the Paying Agent
for the benefit of the owner thereof, all liability
of the Issuer to the owner thereof for such in-
terest or payment of such Bonds shall forthwith
cease, terminate and be completely dis-
charged, and thereupon it shall be the duty of
the Paying Agent to hold such funds, without
liability for interest thereon, for the benefit of
the owner of such Bonds who shall thereafter
be restricted exclusively to such funds for any
claim of whatever nature on his part under this
Resolution or on, or with respect to, such in-
terest or Bonds. The Paying Agent's obligation
to hold such funds shall continue for a period
equal to two years and six months following
the date on which such interest or principal
became due, whether at maturity, or at the
date fixed for redemption thereof, or otherwise,
at which time the Paying Agent, shall surren-
der any remaining funds so held to the Issuer,
whereupon any claim under this Resolution by
the Owners of such interest or Bonds of what-
ever nature shall be made upon the Issuer.
Registration and Transfer Fees. The Reg-
istrar may furnish to each owner, at the Issu-
er's expense, one bond for each annual ma-
turity. The Registrar shall furnish additional
Bonds in lesser denominations (but not less
than the minimum denomination) to an owner
who so requests.
Reissuance of Mutilated, Destroyed, Stolen
or Lost Bonds. In case any outstanding Bond
shall become mutilated or be destroyed, stolen
or lost, the Issuer shall at the request of Regis-
trar authenticate and deliver a new Bond of
like tenor and amount as the Bond so mutilat-
ed, destroyed, stolen or lost, in exchange and
substitution for such mutilated Bond to Regis-
trar, upon surrender of such mutilated Bond, or
in lieu of and substitution for the Bond de-
stroyed, stolen or lost, upon filing with the Reg-
istrar evidence satisfactory to the Registrar
and Issuer that such Bond has been de-
stroyed, stolen or lost and proof of ownership
thereof, and upon furnishing the Registrar and
Issuer with satisfactory indemnity and comply-
ing with such other reasonable regulations as
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the Issuer or its agent may prescribe and pay-
ing such expenses as the Issuer may incur in
connection therewith.
Record Date. Payments of principal and in-
terest, otherwise than upon full redemption,
made in respect of any Bond, shall be made to
the registered holder thereof or to their desig-
nated agent as the same appear on the books
of the Registrar on the 15th day of the month
preceding the payment date. All such pay-
ments shall fully discharge the obligations of
the Issuer in respect of such Bonds to the ex-
tent of the payments so made. Payment of
principal shall only be made upon surrender of
the Bond to the Paying Agent.
Execution, Authentication and Delivery of
the Bonds. Upon the adoption of this Resolu-
tion, the Mayor and Clerk shall execute and
deliver the Bonds to the Registrar, who shall
authenticate the Bonds and deliver the same
to or upon order of the Purchaser. No Bond
shall be valid or obligatory for any purpose or
shall be entitled to any right or benefit hereun-
der unless the Registrar shall duly endorse
and execute on such Bond a Certificate of
Authentication substantially in the form of the
Certificate herein set forth. Such Certificate
upon any Bond executed on behalf of the Is-
suer shall be conclusive evidence that the
Bond so authenticated has been duly issued
under this Resolution and that the holder
thereof is entitled to the benefits of this Reso-
lution.
No Bonds shall be authenticated and
delivered by the Registrar unless and until
there shall have been provided the following:
1. A certified copy of the Resolution of Is-
suer authorizing the issuance of the
Bonds;
2. A written order of Issuer signed by the
Finance Director of the Issuer direct-
ing the authentication and delivery of
the Bonds to or upon the order of the
Purchaser upon payment of the pur-
chase price as set forth therein;
3. The approving opinion of Ahlers &
Cooney, P.C., Bond Counsel, con-
cerning the validity and legality of all
the Bonds proposed to be issued.
Right to Name Substitute Paying Agent or
Registrar. Issuer reserves the right to name a
substitute, successor Registrar or Paying
Agent upon giving prompt written notice to
each registered bondholder.
Form of Bond. Bonds shall be printed sub-
stantially in the form as [provided].
Closing Documents. The Mayor and City
Clerk are authorized and directed to execute,
attest, seal and deliver for and on behalf of the
City any other additional certificates, docu-
ments, or other papers and perform all other
acts, including without limitation the execution
of all closing documents, as they may deem
necessary or appropriate in order to implement
and carry out the intent and purposes of this
Resolution.
Contract Between Issuer and Purchaser.
This Resolution constitutes a contract between
said City and the purchaser of the Bonds.
Non-Arbitrage Covenants. The Issuer rea-
sonably expects and covenants that no use
will be made of the proceeds from the issu-
ance and sale of the Bonds issued hereunder
which will cause any of the Bonds to be classi-
fied as arbitrage bonds within the meaning of
Sections 148(a) and (b) of the Internal Reve-
nue Code of the United States, as amended,
and that throughout the term of the Bonds it
will comply with the requirements of statutes
and regulations issued thereunder.
To the best knowledge and belief of the Is-
suer, there are no facts or circumstances that
would materially change the foregoing state-
ments or the conclusion that it is not expected
that the proceeds of the Bonds will be used in
a manner that would cause the Bonds to be
arbitrage bonds.
Approval of Tax Exemption Certificate. At-
tached hereto is a form of Tax Exemption Cer-
tificate stating the Issuer's reasonable expec-
tations as to the use of the proceeds of the
Bonds. The form of Tax Exemption Certificate
is approved. The Issuer hereby agrees to
comply with the provisions of the Tax Exemp-
tion Certificate and the provisions of the Tax
Exemption Certificate are hereby incorporated
by reference as part of this Resolution. The
Finance Director is hereby directed to make
and insert all calculations and determinations
necessary to complete the Tax Exemption
Certificate at issuance of the Bonds to certify
as to the reasonable expectations and cove-
nants of the Issuer at that date.
Continuing Disclosure. The Issuer hereby
covenants and agrees that it will comply with
and carry out all of the provisions of the Con-
tinuing Disclosure Certificate, and the provi-
sions of the Continuing Disclosure Certificate
are hereby incorporated by reference as part
of this Resolution and made a part hereof.
Notwithstanding any other provision of this
Resolution, failure of the Issuer to comply with
the Continuing Disclosure Certificate shall not
be considered an event of default under this
Resolution; however, any holder of the Bonds
or Beneficial Owner may take such actions as
may be necessary and appropriate, including
seeking specific performance by court order, to
cause the Issuer to comply with its obligations
under the Continuing Disclosure Certificate.
For purposes of this section, "Beneficial Own-
er" means any person which (a) has the pow-
er, directly or indirectly, to vote or consent with
respect to, or to dispose of ownership of, any
Bond (including persons holding Bonds
through nominees, depositories or other inter-
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mediaries), or (b) is treated as the owner of
any Bonds for federal income tax purposes.
Additional Covenants, Representations
and Warranties of the Issuer. The Issuer certi-
fies and covenants with the purchasers and
holders of the Bonds from time to time out-
standing that the Issuer through its officers, (a)
will make such further specific covenants, rep-
resentations and assurances as may be nec-
essary or advisable; (b) comply with all repre-
sentations, covenants and assurances con-
tained in the Tax Exemption Certificate, which
Tax Exemption Certificate shall constitute a
part of the contract between the Issuer and the
owners of the Bonds;(c) consult with Bond
Counsel (as defined in the Tax Exemption
Certificate); (d) pay to the United States, as
necessary, such sums of money representing
required rebates of excess arbitrage profits
relating to the Bonds;(e) file such forms,
statements and supporting documents as may
be required and in a timely manner; and (f) if
deemed necessary or advisable by its officers,
to employ and pay fiscal agents, financial ad-
visors, attorneys and other persons to assist
the Issuer in such compliance.
Amendment of Resolution to Maintain Tax
Exemption. This Resolution may be amended
without the consent of any owner of the Bonds
if, in the opinion of Bond Counsel, such
amendment is necessary to maintain tax ex-
emption with respect to the Bonds under appli-
cable Federal law or regulations.
Repeal of Conflicting Resolutions or Ordi-
nances. All ordinances and resolutions and
parts of ordinances and resolutions in conflict
herewith are hereby repealed.
Severability Clause. If any section, para-
graph, clause or provision of this Resolution be
held invalid, such invalidity shall not affect any
of the remaining provisions hereof, and this
Resolution shall become effective immediately
upon its passage and approval.
Passed and approved this 21st day of
March, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
9. U.S. EPA Consent Decree Semiannual
Report: City Manager recommending approval
and authorization for the City Manager to certi-
fy and submit the City of Dubuque’s March 31
Semi Annual Report to the US Department of
Justice, US Environmental Protection Agency
and the Iowa Department of Natural Re-
sources. Upon motion the documents were
received, filed and approved.
10. Stipulation of Settlement – Adams
Company Property Tax Appeal: City Attorney
recommending approval of the Stipulation of
Settlement for a property tax appeal filed by
the Adams Company for property located at
8040 Chavenelle Road. Upon motion the doc-
uments were received, filed and approved.
11. Holy Family Catholic Schools Indemni-
fication Agreement: City Manager recommend-
ing approval of an agreement between Holy
Family Catholic Schools and the City of Dubu-
que for the purpose of stream cleanup and
testing activities at the Bee Branch Creek.
Upon motion the documents were received,
filed and approved.
12. Application for Summer USDN Fellow:
City Manager recommending approval of an
application for a summer Fellow to be placed
with the Human Rights Department to support
My Brother's Keeper Network. Upon motion
the documents were received, filed and ap-
proved.
13. Rousselot Dubuque, Inc. Contract
Amendment: City Manager recommending
approval of an Amended Enterprise Zone Con-
tract between Rousselot Dubuque, Inc., the
Iowa Economic Development Authority and the
City of Dubuque, which extends Rousselot’s
job creation requirements to December 31,
2016. Upon motion the documents were re-
ceived and filed and Resolution No. 94-16
Approving an Amendment to the Economic
Development Assistance Contract by and
among Rousselot Dubuque, Inc., the City of
Dubuque, and the Iowa Economic Develop-
ment Authority was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 94-16
APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ASSISTANCE
CONTRACT BY AND AMONG ROUSSELOT
DUBUQUE, INC., THE CITY OF DUBUQUE,
AND THE IOWA ECONOMIC DEVELOP-
MENT AUTHORITY
Whereas, the City of Dubuque entered into
a Development Agreement with Rousselot
Dubuque, Inc. in order to provide incentives for
its planned $16.3 million expansion at 2350
Kerper Boulevard; and
Whereas, in connection with the expan-
sion, the Iowa Economic Development Authori-
ty (IEDA) approved Economic Development
Assistance Contract 13-TC-006 (the Contract)
between and among Rousselot, Dubuque Inc.,
the City of Dubuque and the IEDA; and
Whereas, Contract Amendment One to the
Contract, a copy of which is attached hereto,
was approved by the IEDA on February 19,
2016, reflecting a revision of the Project Com-
pletion Date from August 31, 2015 to Decem-
ber 31, 2016; and
Whereas, the City of Dubuque is required
to consent to any amendment to the Contract;
and
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Whereas, the City Council finds that con-
sent to the amendment is in the best interest of
the City of Dubuque.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That Contract Amendment One
to Contract Number 13-TC-006 is hereby ap-
proved.
Section 2. That the Mayor is hereby au-
thorized and directed to execute Contract
Amendment One amendment on behalf of the
City of Dubuque and forward the executed
copy to the Iowa Economic Development Au-
thority for its approval.
Passed, approved, and adopted this 21st
day of March, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
14. Final Plat of Dubuque Industrial Center
South Third Addition: Zoning Advisory Com-
mission recommending approval of the Final
Plat of Dubuque Industrial Center South Third
Addition. Upon motion the documents were
received and filed and Resolution No. 95-16
Approving the final Plat Dubuque Industrial
Center Third Addition in the City of Dubuque,
Iowa was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 95-16
APPROVING THE FINAL PLAT DUBUQUE
INDUSTRIAL CENTER SOUTH THIRD AD-
DITION IN THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
Whereas, there has been filed with the City
Clerk a Final Plat Dubuque Industrial Center
South Third Addition in the City of Dubuque;
and
Whereas, upon said Final Plat appear
street(s) to be known as Verena Court (Lot A)
which the owners by said Final Plat have dedi-
cated to the public forever; and
Whereas, upon said Final Plat appear
easements to be reserved for the public; and
Whereas, said Final Plat has been re-
viewed by the Zoning Advisory Commission
and had their approval endorsed thereon; and
Whereas, said Final Plat has been exam-
ined by the City Council and they find that it
conforms to the statutes and ordinances relat-
ing to it.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the dedication of Verena
Court (Lot A) as it appears upon said Final Plat
be and the same is hereby accepted.
Section 2. That the public easements as
they appear upon said Final Plat be and the
same are hereby approved.
Section 3. That the Final Plat of Dubuque
Industrial Center South Third Addition is here-
by approved and the Mayor and City Clerk are
hereby authorized and directed to endorse the
approval of the City of Dubuque, Iowa upon
said Final Plat.
Section 4. Sidewalk installation shall be the
responsibility of the owner of the property
abutting the public right-of-way, as required by
City Code 10-1-2. The responsibility shall ex-
tend to all successors, heirs and assignees.
Sidewalks shall be five (5) feet in width and
installed one (1) foot from the property line.
Section 5. That the final acceptance of all
public improvements shall occur upon certifica-
tion of the City Engineer to the City Council
that all public improvements have been com-
pleted in accordance with the improvement
plans and City standard specifications.
Passed, approved and adopted this 21st
day of March, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
15. Request to Award 30- and 42-inch
Sanitary Sewer Force Main and Lift Station
Assessment and Rehabilitation Project: City
Manager recommending authorization for the
City to enter into a contract with Strand Asso-
ciates to perform engineering consulting ser-
vices including, but not limited to, survey in-
spection and assessment of the City’s 30- and
42-inch sanitary sewer force mains and Termi-
nal Street and Cedar Street Lift Stations. Upon
motion the documents were received, filed and
approved.
16. Request for Release of Funds –
CDBG: City Manager recommending approval
of a resolution authorizing the Request Re-
lease of Funds for the proposed projects ap-
proved in the Amended Fiscal Year 2016
(Program Year 2015) Annual Action Plan for
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
activities. Upon motion the documents were
received and filed and Resolution No. 96-16
Authorizing Request for Release of Communi-
ty Development Block Grant Funds for Fiscal
Year 2016 (Program Year 2015) was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 96-16
AUTHORIZING REQUEST FOR RELEASE
OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK
GRANT FUNDS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2016
(PROGRAM YEAR 2015)
Whereas, the City of Dubuque entered into
a Community Development Block Grant
Agreement for the Fiscal Year commencing
July 1, 2015, with the U.S. Department of
Housing and Urban Development, providing
for financial assistance to the City under Title I
of the Housing and Community Development
Act of 1974, as amended; and
Whereas, pursuant to the rules and regula-
tions as promulgated by the U.S. Department
of Housing and Urban Development, an envi-
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ronmental review has been processed for the
hereinafter listed projects to be financed with
Community Development Block Grant funds;
and
Whereas, a Notice of Intent to Request Re-
lease of Funds for said grant funds has been
published on March 11, 2016 to commence
the required seven (7) day public comment
period; and
Whereas, any and all comments received
as a result of such notice will be duly consid-
ered before proceeding with a Request for
Release of Funds and Certification, and
Whereas, a Request for Release of Funds
and Certification must be sent to the U.S. De-
partment of Housing and Urban Development
at the conclusion of the comment period.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the Mayor of the City of
Dubuque is hereby authorized and directed to
execute a Request for Release of Funds and
Certification for the following identified Com-
munity Development Block Grant projects on
or about March 21, 2016 and submit to the
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban De-
velopment.
Community Development Block Grant Plan
Projects
Fiscal Year 2016 (Program Year 2015) Hous-
ing Programs:
Purchase Rehab Resale: Acquisition, Re-
habilitation, and Disposition of Single Family
Homes within the City of Dubuque.
Lead Hazard Control: Provides activities in
support of efforts to reduce lead paint hazards
in housing, including assessment and abate-
ment with grants of up to $14,200 forgivable
loan per household.
No funds will be committed prior to comple-
tion of a review for other related laws of 24
CFR 58.5, including Section 106, if required,
for site-specific projects that are currently uni-
dentified.
Section 2. That the Mayor of the City of
Dubuque is hereby authorized to consent to
assume the status of a responsible federal
official under the National Environmental Pro-
tection Act, insofar as the provisions of the
said Act apply to the U.S. Department of Hous-
ing and Urban Development responsibilities for
review, decision making, and action assumed
and carried out by the City of Dubuque as to
environmental issues.
Section 3. That the Mayor of the City of
Dubuque is hereby authorized to consent per-
sonally, in his official capacity and on behalf of
the City of Dubuque, to accept the jurisdiction
of the federal courts if an action is brought to
enforce responsibilities in relation to environ-
mental review, decision-making and action.
Passed, approved and adopted this 21st
day of March, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
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7. East-West Corridor DMATS STP Fund-
ing Application: City Manager recommending
authorization for the City of Dubuque to submit
an application for a Dubuque Metropolitan
Area Transportation Study (DMATS) Surface
Transportation Program (STP) Grant to assist
with funding the intersection improvements for
University Avenue “Overlap Section” between
Pennsylvania and Loras Boulevard as part of
the East-West Corridor Improvements. Upon
motion the documents were received and filed
and Resolution No. 97-16 Authorizing the filing
of a Transportation Improvement Program
grant application with the Dubuque Metropoli-
tan Area Transportation Study (DMATS) Sur-
face Transportation Program (STP) to assist
with the funding of intersection improvements
for University Avenue “overlap section” be-
tween Pennsylvania and Loras Boulevard as
part of the East-West Corridor Improvements
was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 97-16
AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF A TRANS-
PORTATION IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM
GRANT APPLICATION WITH THE DUBU-
QUE METROPOLITAN AREA TRANSPOR-
TATION STUDY (DMATS) SURFACE
TRANSPORTATION PROGRAM (STP) TO
ASSIST WITH THE FUNDING OF INTER-
SECTION IMPROVEMENTS FOR UNIVER-
SITY AVENUE “OVERLAP SECTION” BE-
TWEEN PENNSYLVANIA AND LORAS
BOULEVARD AS PART OF THE EAST-
WEST CORRIDOR IMPROVEMENTS
Whereas, the increasing growth of traffic
volumes, along with operational and safety
concerns, in the University Avenue Overlap
Section from Pennsylvania Avenue to Loras
Boulevard in the City of Dubuque could be
improved by street and intersection improve-
ments; and
Whereas, the City has determined that im-
provements to this corridor, as recommended
by the adopted East-West Corridor Study, will
improve capacity and traffic flow; and
Whereas, the City is requesting DMATS
STP funding in the amount of $1,800,000 in
FY20 to assist with property acquisition, and
the construction of three roundabout intersec-
tions; and
Whereas, the City has sufficient funds
available to cover the local funding in the
amount of $50,000 and other anticipated state
grant in the amount of $450,000 and upon
completion, the City will be responsible for
adequately maintaining and operating the pro-
Book 146 Regular Session, March 21, 2016 91
ject for public use during the project’s useful
life.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA THAT:
Section 1. The City hereby supports and
authorizes the grant application submittal for
funding through the DMATS FY17-20 Trans-
portation Improvement Program to assist with
the funding intersection improvements for Uni-
versity Avenue “Overlap Section” between
Pennsylvania and Loras Boulevard as part of
the East-West Corridor Improvements.
Passed, approved and adopted this 21st
day of March, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
18. DMATS Transit Planning Memorandum
of Understanding: City Manager recommend-
ing approval of a Memorandum of Understand-
ing with the Dubuque Metropolitan Area
Transportation Study (DMATS) for Transit
Planning and Programming that outlines pro-
cedures for complying with Federal Transit
Administration regulations to ensure eligibility
for state and federal funding. Upon motion the
documents were received, filed and approved.
19. University of Iowa H-AQAST Grant Ap-
plication: City Manager recommending ap-
proval of a Letter of Support for the University
of Iowa for a Health and Air Quality Applied
Sciences Team grant application. Upon motion
the documents were received, filed and ap-
proved.
20. Downtown Rehabilitation and Housing
Creation Grant Program: City Manager rec-
ommending approval of two grant awards for
1804-1812 Central Avenue for Downtown Re-
habilitation and Housing Creation proposed
grant awards for first quarter of 2016. Upon
motion the documents were received, filed and
approved.
21. Request for Proposal - Eagle Point
Park Environmental Restoration Management
Plan: City Manager recommending approval to
release a Request for Proposal to create an
Environmental Restoration Management Plan
for Eagle Point Park. Upon motion the docu-
ments were received, filed and approved.
22. Improvement Contracts / Performance,
Payment and Maintenance Bonds: Top Grade
Excavating, Inc., for the Catfish Creek Inter-
ceptor Sewer Repair 2016. Upon motion the
documents were received, filed and approved.
23. Signed Contracts: Conlon Construction
Change Order No. 13 for the Dubuque Inter-
modal Transit Center; Portzen Construction
Change Order Nos. 6, 7 & 8 for the Upper Bee
Branch Creek Restoration Channel, Streets &
Utilities Project; Dubuque Jaycees Lease
Agreement for Veteran's Memorial Park Com-
munity Garden; Dubuque Water Sports Club
Lease Agreement for a section of Schmitt Is-
land. Upon motion the documents were re-
ceived and filed.
24. Tobacco Compliance – Civil Penalty for
Tobacco License Holder – Hy-Vee Wine &
Spirits “A:” City Manager recommending ap-
proval of the Acknowledgment/Settlement
Agreement for a tobacco compliance violation
for Hy-Vee Wine & Spirits "A," 3500 Dodge
Street. Upon motion the documents were re-
ceived, filed and approved.
25. Alcohol Compliance Civil Penalty for
Alcohol License Holder – Town Clock Inn: City
Manager recommending approval of the Ac-
knowledgment/Settlement Agreement for an
alcohol compliance violation for the Town
Clock Inn, 799 Town Clock Plaza. Upon mo-
tion the documents were received, filed and
approved.
26. Alcohol License Renewals: City Man-
ager recommending approval of annual beer,
liquor and wine licenses as submitted. Upon
motion the documents were received and filed
and Resolution No. 98-16 Approving applica-
tions for beer, liquor, and/or wine permits, as
required by City of Dubuque Code of Ordi-
nances Title 4 Business and License Regula-
tions, Chapter 2 Liquor Control, Article B Liq-
uor, Beer and Wine Licenses and Permits was
adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 98-16
APPROVING APPLICATIONS FOR BEER,
LIQUOR, AND/OR WINE PERMITS, AS RE-
QUIRED BY CITY OF DUBUQUE CODE OF
ORDINANCES TITLE 4 BUSINESS AND LI-
CENSE REGULATIONS, CHAPTER 2 LIQ-
UOR CONTROL, ARTICLE B LIQUOR,
BEER AND WINE LICENSES AND PERMITS
Whereas, applications for Beer, Liquor,
and or Wine Permits have been submitted and
filed with the City Council for approval and the
same have been examined and approved; and
Whereas, the premises to be occupied by
such applicants were inspected and found to
comply with the Ordinances of the City and the
applicants have filed the proper fees and
bonds and otherwise complied with the re-
quirements of the Code of Ordinances.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The City Clerk is hereby author-
ized and directed to cause to be issued the
noted permit types to the following applicants
Book 146 Regular Session March 21, 2016 92
pending submission of the locally required
documentation:
Renewals
Chopper's, 601 Rhomberg Ave., Class C Liq-
uor (Outdoor) (Sunday)
Hartig Drug Co., 2255 JFK Rd., Class E Liq-
uor, Class B Wine, Class C Beer (Sunday)
Mindframe Theaters, 555 JFK Rd. #105, Spe-
cial Class C Liquor (Sunday)
Neighbor's Tap, 1899 Rockdale Rd., Class C
Liquor
Salsa's Mexican Restaurant, 1091 Main St.,
Class C Liquor (Sunday)
Sportsters Pub & Grub, 2600 Central Ave.,
Class C Liquor (Sunday)
The Venue, 285 Main St., Class C Liquor
(Sunday)
Passed, approved and adopted this 21st
day of March, 2016.
Ric. W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
ITEMS SET FOR PUBLIC HEARING
Motion by Lynch to receive and file the
documents, adopt the resolutions, set the pub-
lic hearings as indicated, and direct the City
Clerk to publish notice as prescribed by law.
Seconded by Connors. Motion carried 7-0.
1. Old Mill Road Lease Agreement
Amendment – Hartig: City Manager recom-
mending a public hearing be set for April 4,
2016 to consider an amended and restated
lease agreement with David S. Hartig, Jr., with
respect to City-owned residential and com-
mercial properties on Old Mill Road. Upon
motion the documents were received and filed
and Resolution No. 99-16 Resolution of Intent
to dispose of an interest in City-owned real
property by Amendment to Lease Agreement
between the City of Dubuque and David S.
Hartig, Jr. for the lease of certain real property
at 1620, 1650, 1695 and 1699 Old Mill Road
was adopted setting a public hearing for a
meeting to commence at 6:30 p.m. on April 4,
2016 in the Historic Federal Building.
RESOLUTION NO. 99-16
INTENT TO DISPOSE OF AN INTEREST IN
CITY OWNED REAL PROPERTY BY
AMENDMENT TO LEASE AGREEMENT BE-
TWEEN THE CITY OF DUBUQUE AND DA-
VID S. HARTIG, JR. FOR THE LEASE OF
CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY AT 1620, 1650,
1695, AND 1699 OLD MILL ROAD
Whereas, the City of Dubuque, Iowa is the
owner of the following described real property
(the Leased Premises):
Lot 1-1-2-1 Mineral Lot 507
Lot 1-1-2-1-2-1-4 Mineral Lot 501
Lot 2-1-2-1-1-2-1-4 Mineral Lot 501
Lot 1 Old Mill Place
Lot 2 Papke Place
Lot 1-1-2-1-1-2-1-4 Mineral Lot 501
Lot 2-1-1-1-1-2-1-4 Mineral Lot 501
Lot 2-1-2-1-2-1-4 Mineral Lot 501 and;
Whereas, on February 17, 2004, the City of
Dubuque (City) and the David S. Hartig, Jr.
(Hartig) entered into a Lease Agreement for
the Leased Premises; and
Whereas, City and Hartig desire to amend
the Lease Agreement as set forth in the at-
tached Amended and Restated Lease Agree-
ment; and
Whereas, the City Council has tentatively
determined that it would be in the best inter-
ests of the City to approve the Amended and
Restated Lease Agreement.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the City Council will con-
duct a public hearing on the proposed Amend-
ed and Restated Lease Agreement attached
hereto in the City Council Chambers at the
Historic Federal Building, 350 W. 6th Street,
Dubuque, Iowa on the 4th day of April, 2016
beginning at 6:30 p.m.
Section 2. That the City Clerk be and is
hereby authorized and directed to publish no-
tice of the public hearing according to law.
Passed, approved and adopted this 21st
day of March, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
2. Dubuque Industrial Center South Build-
ing Pad One Sanitary Sewer Extension: City
Manager recommending initiation of the public
bidding procedure for the Dubuque Industrial
Center South, Building Pad 1 Sanitary Sewer
Extension, and further recommends that a
public hearing be set for April 4, 2016. Upon
motion the documents were received and filed
and Resolution No. 100-16 Dubuque Industrial
Center South, Building Pad 1 Sanitary Sewer
Extension - 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
was adopted setting a public hearing for a
meeting to commence at 6:30 p.m. on April 4,
2016 in the Historic Federal Building.
RESOLUTION NO. 100-16
DUBUQUE INDUSTRIAL CENTER SOUTH,
BUILDING PAD 1 SANITARY SEWER EX-
TENSION PRELIMINARY APPROVAL OF
PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CON-
TRACT, AND ESTIMATED COST; SETTING
DATE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON PLANS,
SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT,
AND ESTIMATED COST; AND ORDERING
THE ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
Book 146 Regular Session, March 21, 2016 93
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
The proposed plans, specifications, form of
contract and estimated cost for the Dubuque
Industrial Center South, Building Pad 1 Sani-
tary Sewer Extension Project in the estimated
amount $171,104.22, are hereby preliminarily
approved and ordered filed in the office of the
City Clerk for public inspection.
A public hearing will be held on the 4th day
of April, 2016, at 6:30 p.m. in the Historic Fed-
eral Building Council Chambers (second floor)
350 W. 6th Street, Dubuque, Iowa at which
time interested persons may appear and be
heard for or against the proposed plans and
specifications, form of contract and estimated
cost of said Project, and the City Clerk be and
is hereby directed to cause the attached notice
of the time and place of such hearing to be
published in a newspaper having general cir-
culation in the City of Dubuque, Iowa which
notice shall be published not less than four
days nor more than twenty days prior to the
date of such hearing. At the hearing, any inter-
ested person may appear and file objections to
the proposed plans, specifications, form of
contract, or estimated cost of the Project.
The Dubuque Industrial Center South,
Building Pad 1 Sanitary Sewer Extension is
hereby ordered to be advertised for bids for
construction.
The amount of the security to accompany
each bid shall be in an amount which shall
conform to the provisions of the Notice to Bid-
ders hereby approved.
The City Clerk is hereby directed to adver-
tise for bids for the construction of the im-
provements herein provided, by publishing the
attached Notice to Bidders to be published in a
newspaper having general circulation in the
City of Dubuque, Iowa which notice shall be
published not less than four but not more than
forty-five days before the date for filing bids
before 2:00 p.m. on the 7th day of April, 2016.
Bids shall be opened and read by the City
Clerk at said time and will be submitted to the
City Council for final action at 6:30 p.m. on the
18th day of April, 2016, in the Historic Federal
Building Council Chambers (second floor), 350
West 6th Street, Dubuque, Iowa.
Passed, adopted and approved this 21st
day of March, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
3. Fiscal Year 2016 Sewershed 7, 11, and
12 Sanitary Sewer Manhole Project: City Man-
ager recommending initiation of the public bid-
ding procedure for the FY16 Sewershed 7, 11
and 12 Sanitary Sewer Manhole Project, and
further recommends that a public hearing be
set for April 4, 2016. Upon motion the docu-
ments were received and filed and Resolution
No. 101-16 FY16 Sewershed 7, 11 and 12
Sanitary Sewer Manhole Project – Preliminary
approval of plans, specifications, form of con-
tract, and estimated cost; setting date of public
hearing on plans, specifications, form of con-
tract, and estimated cost; and ordering the
advertisement for bids was adopted setting a
public hearing for a meeting to commence at
6:30 p.m. on April 4, 2016 in the Historic Fed-
eral Building.
RESOLUTION NO. 101-16
FY16 SEWERSHED 7, 11 AND 12 SANI-
TARY SEWER MANHOLE PROJECT
PRELIMINARY APPROVAL OF PLANS,
SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT,
AND ESTIMATED COST; SETTING DATE
OF PUBLIC HEARING ON PLANS, SPECI-
FICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND
ESTIMATED COST; AND ORDERING THE
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
The proposed plans, specifications, form of
contract and estimated cost for the FY16 Sew-
ershed 7,11 and 12 Sanitary Sewer Manhole
Project in the estimated amount $118,816.39,
are hereby preliminarily approved and ordered
filed in the office of the City Clerk for public
inspection.
A public hearing will be held on the 4th day
of April, 2016, at 6:30 p.m. in the Historic Fed-
eral Building Council Chambers (second floor)
350 W. 6th Street, Dubuque, Iowa at which
time interested persons may appear and be
heard for or against the proposed plans and
specifications, form of contract and estimated
cost of said Project, and the City Clerk be and
is hereby directed to cause the attached notice
of the time and place of such hearing to be
published in a newspaper having general cir-
culation in the City of Dubuque, Iowa which
notice shall be published not less than four
days nor more than twenty days prior to the
date of such hearing. At the hearing, any inter-
ested person may appear and file objections to
the proposed plans, specifications, form of
contract, or estimated cost of the Project.
The FY16 Sewershed 7, 11 and 12 Sani-
tary Sewer Manhole Project is hereby ordered
to be advertised for bids for construction.
The amount of the security to accompany
each bid shall be in an amount which shall
conform to the provisions of the Notice to Bid-
ders hereby approved.
The City Clerk is hereby directed to adver-
tise for bids for the construction of the im-
provements herein provided, by publishing the
attached Notice to Bidders to be published in a
newspaper having general circulation in the
City of Dubuque, Iowa which notice shall be
Book 146 Regular Session March 21, 2016 94
published not less than four but not more than
forty-five days before the date for filing bids
before 2:00 p.m. on the 7th day of April, 2016.
Bids shall be opened and read by the City
Clerk at said time and will be submitted to the
City Council for final action at 6:30 p.m. on the
18th day of April, 2016, in the Historic Federal
Building Council Chambers (second floor), 350
West 6th Street, Dubuque, Iowa.
Passed, adopted and approved this 21st
day of March, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
BOARDS/COMMISSIONS
Boards and Commission Applicant Review.
Applicants were invited to address the City
Council regarding their desire to serve on the
following Boards/Commissions.
1. Community Development Advisory
Commission: One, 3-year term through Febru-
ary 15, 2019 (Vacant term of Maloy, At-Large).
Applicants: Dean Boles, 1715 Geraldine Dr.
Receipt of letter from Mr. Boles expressing his
desire to serve on this commission. Jay
Schiesl, 195 W. 17th St.; and Tom Stovall,
3345 Tibey Ct. Mr. Stovall spoke in support of
his appointment.
2. Housing Commission: One, 3-year term
through August 17, 2018 (Vacant term of Fos-
ter). Applicant: Janice Craddieth, 1455 Wash-
ington St.
Appointments were made to the following
boards/commissions:
3. Community Development Advisory
Commission – Appointment: One, 3-year term
through February 15, 2018 (Vacant term of
Kelley, former LMI Area Representative). Ap-
plicant: Julie Woodyard, 2015 Washington
(Qualifies for LMI Area Representative). Mo-
tion by Lynch to receive and file the docu-
ments and appoint Julie Woodyard to the re-
mainder of a 3-year term through February 15,
2018. Seconded by Connors. Motion carried 7-
0.
4. Historic Preservation Commission – Ap-
pointment: One, 3-year term through July 1,
2016 (Vacant term of Whalen). Applicant: Juan
Nieto, 510 West 11th St. Motion by Lynch to
appoint Juan Nieto to the remainder of a 3-
year term through July 1, 2016. Seconded by
Connors. Motion carried 7-0.
5. Mechanical Code Board – Appointment:
Two, 3-year terms through March 16, 2019
(Expiring terms of Billmeyer and Hillary). Ap-
plicants: Ronald Billmeyer, 2341 Coventry
Park; and Dan Hillary, 3087 Arbor Oaks. Mo-
tion by Resnick to appoint Ronald Billmeyer
and Dan Hillary to 3-year terms through March
16, 2019. Seconded by Lynch. Motion carried
7-0.
6. Zoning Board of Adjustment – Appoint-
ment: One, 5-year term through March 25,
2021 (Expiring term of McCoy). Applicant:
Jonathan McCoy, 263 Main St. Motion by
Resnick to appoint Jonathan McCoy to a 5-
year term through March 25, 2021. Seconded
by Connors. Motion carried 7-0.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Upon motion the rules were suspended al-
lowing anyone present to address the City
Council on the following items.
1. Request to Rezone 3125 Cedar Crest
Ridge: Proof of publication on notice of public
hearing to consider a request from Joe Bitter
to rezone property located at 3125 Cedar
Crest Ridge from CS Commercial Service and
Wholesale to C-3 General Commercial, to
permit an indoor recreation facility and the
Zoning Advisory Commission recommending
approval. Motion by Connors 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 Lynch. Developer
Kathy Bitter, 2275 Wedgewood Dr., spoke in
support of the request. Planning Services
Manager Laura Carstens provided a staff re-
port. Motion carried 7-0.
Motion by Connors for final consideration
and passage of Ordinance No. 6-16 Amending
Title 16 of the City of Dubuque Code of Ordi-
nances, Unified Development Code, by reclas-
sifying hereinafter described property located
at 3125 Cedar Crest Ridge from CS Commer-
cial Service and Wholesale District to C-3
General Commercial District. Seconded by
Lynch. Motion carried 7-0.
OFFICIAL PUBLICATION
ORDINANCE NO. 6-16
AMENDING TITLE 16 OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE CODE OF ORDINANCES, UNI-
FIED DEVELOPMENT CODE, BY RECLAS-
SIFYING HEREINAFTER DESCRIBED
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 3125 CEDAR
CREST RIDGE FROM CS COMMERCIAL
SERVICE AND WHOLESALE DISTRICT TO
C-3 GENERAL COMMERCIAL DISTRICT
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That Title 16 of the City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances, Unified Devel-
opment Code, is hereby amended by reclassi-
fying the hereinafter–described property from
Book 146 Regular Session, March 21, 2016 95
CS Commercial Service and Wholesale Dis-
trict to C-3 General Commercial District, to wit:
Lot 2 Cedar Ridge Farm Place #4, and
to the centerline of the adjoining public
right-of-way, all in the City of Dubuque,
Iowa.
Section 2. That the foregoing amendment
has heretofore been reviewed by the Zoning
Advisory Commission of the City of Dubuque,
Iowa.
Section 3. This Ordinance shall take effect
immediately upon publication as provided by
law.
Passed, approved and adopted this 21st
day of March, 2016.
/s/Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: /s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Published officially in the Telegraph Herald
newspaper on the 25th day of March, 2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
2. Request to Rezone 210 Jones Street:
Proof of publication on notice of public hearing
to consider a request from Chris Miller to re-
zone property located at 210 Jones Street
from C-4 Downtown Commercial to C-3 Gen-
eral Commercial for climate-controlled storage
and commercial/retail use and the Zoning Ad-
visory Commission recommending approval.
Motion by Resnick to receive and file the doc-
uments and that the requirement that a pro-
posed ordinance be considered and voted on
for passage at two Council meetings prior to
the meeting at which it is to be passed be sus-
pended. Seconded by Lynch. Developer Chris
Miller spoke in support of the request. Plan-
ning Services Manager Laura Carstens pro-
vided a staff report. Motion carried 7-0.
Motion by Resnick for final consideration
and passage of Ordinance No. 7-16 Amending
Title 16 of the City of Dubuque Code of Ordi-
nances, Unified Development Code, by reclas-
sifying hereinafter described property located
at 210 Jones Street from C-4 Downtown
Commercial District to C-3 General Commer-
cial District. Seconded by Lynch. Motion car-
ried 7-0.
OFFICIAL PUBLICATION
ORDINANCE NO. 7-16
AMENDING TITLE 16 OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE CODE OF ORDINANCES, UNI-
FIED DEVELOPMENT CODE, BY RECLAS-
SIFYING HEREINAFTER DESCRIBED
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 210 JONES
STREET FROM C-4 DOWNTOWN COM-
MERCIAL DISTRICT TO C-3 GENERAL
COMMERCIAL DISTRICT
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That Title 16 of the City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances, Unified Devel-
opment Code, is hereby amended by reclassi-
fying the hereinafter–described property from
C-4 Downtown Commercial District to C-3
General Commercial District, to wit:
Lot 122 of City Lot 541, City Lot 542,
Lots 1 & 2 of Subdivision No. 2 of City
Lot 543, Lot A and Lot 12 of Subdivi-
sion D of vacated Shields Street, and to
the centerline of the adjoining public
right-of-way, all in the City of Dubuque,
Iowa.
Section 2. That the foregoing amendment
has heretofore been reviewed by the Zoning
Advisory Commission of the City of Dubuque,
Iowa.
Section 3. This Ordinance shall take effect
immediately upon publication as provided by
law.
Passed, approved and adopted this 21st
day of March, 2016.
/s/Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: /s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Published officially in the Telegraph Herald
newspaper on the 25th day of March, 2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
3. Fiscal Year 2016 Sewershed 5 Manhole
Project: Proof of publication on notice of public
hearing to consider approval of the plans,
specifications, form of contract and estimated
cost for the FY16 Sewershed 5 Sanitary Sewer
Manhole Project and the City Manager rec-
ommending approval. Motion by Lynch to re-
ceive and file the documents and adopt Reso-
lution No. 102-16 Approval of plans, specifica-
tions, form of contract, and estimated cost for
the FY16 Sewershed 5 Sanitary Sewer Man-
hole Project. Seconded by Connors. Motion
carried 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 102-16
APPROVAL OF PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS,
FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATED
COST FOR THE FY16 SEWERSHED 5 SAN-
ITARY SEWER MANHOLE PROJECT
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
That the proposed plans, specifications,
form of contract and estimated cost for the
FY16 Sewershed 5 Sanitary Sewer Manhole
Project, in the estimated amount $38,043.61,
are hereby approved.
Passed, adopted and approved this 21st
day of March, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Upon motion the rules were reinstated lim-
iting discussion to the City Council.
Book 146 Regular Session March 21, 2016 96
ACTION ITEMS
1. Comprehensive Annual Financial Report
(CAFR) and Auditor’s Communication: City
Manager transmitting the Fiscal Year 2015
Comprehensive Financial Report (CAFR), Au-
ditor's Communication with Those Charged
with Governance Letter, along with the City
Finance staff's responses to auditor's findings.
Motion by Lynch to receive and file the docu-
ments. Seconded by Resnick. Eide Bailly CPA
Audit Partner Dave Cahill provided a verbal
report on the various sections of the CAFR
and responded to questions from the City
Council related to recent pension funding
standards and bond ratings. Motion carried 7-
0.
2. Code of Ordinances Title 6 - Adopting
the International Property Maintenance Code
(First Reading): City Manager recommending
adoption of the International Property Mainte-
nance Code to replace the City’s existing
Housing Code and used for the rental inspec-
tion program. Correspondence from Behr's
Funeral Home, the Downtown Neighborhood
and Historic Bluffs Neighborhood Associations,
and Mary Gotz regarding adoption of the Inter-
national Property Maintenance Code. Motion
by Resnick to receive and file the documents
and consider the first reading of a proposed
ordinance repealing Title 6, Chapter 6 of the
City Of Dubuque Code Of Ordinances and all
other ordinances or parts of laws in conflict
therewith; adopting the 2015 Edition of the
International Property Maintenance Code, reg-
ulating and governing the conditions and
maintenance of all property, buildings, and
structures; by providing the standards for sup-
plied utilities and facilities and other physical
things and conditions essential to ensure that
structures are safe, sanitary and fit for occupa-
tion and use; and the condemnation of build-
ings and structures unfit for human occupancy
and use, and the demolition of such existing
structure in the City of Dubuque; providing for
the issuance of permits and collection of fees
therefor; and adopting a new Article within Title
14, Chapter 1 as Article J. Seconded by Rios.
City Manager Van Milligen stated that there
was no consensus provided by the Housing
Code Board of Appeals. Assistant City Attor-
ney Crenna Brumwell, Housing and Communi-
ty Development Director Alvin Nash, and
Housing Inspector Ben Pothoff provided a
slide presentation. Motion carried 7-0.
3. Recommendation of Nine Pesticide-Free
Parks: City Manager transmitted information
on the progress of the Integrated Pest Man-
agement Work Group and recommendation of
nine pesticide-free parks. Motion by Connors
to receive and file the documents. Seconded
by Resnick. Motion carried 7-0.
4. Property Acquisition - Morrison Brothers'
Washington Street Properties: City Manager
recommending approval to acquire property on
Washington Street between E. 24th Street and
E. 25th Street from Morrison Brothers required
for the Bee Branch Creek Restoration Project.
Motion by Connors to receive and file the doc-
uments and adopt Resolution No. 103-16 Ap-
proving the acquisition of real estate owned by
Morrison Brothers in the City of Dubuque. Se-
conded by Lynch. Motion carried 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 103-16
APPROVING THE ACQUISITION OF REAL
ESTATE OWNED BY MORRISON BROTH-
ERS, IN THE CITY OF DUBUQUE
Whereas, the City of Dubuque (City) in-
tends to acquire certain real property owned
by Morrison Brothers (Owner), at 2496 Wash-
ington Street and six lots along the same block
legally described as follows (the Property):
Lots 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, N. ½ 18 and 20
of O. S. Langworthy’s Addition, all in
the City of Dubuque, Dubuque County,
Iowa
for the purpose of expanding the limits and
function of a City park, Comiskey Park; and
Whereas, Iowa law requires that City must
make a good faith effort to negotiate with the
Owner to purchase the Property before pro-
ceeding with condemnation; and
Whereas, an Offer to Buy and Acceptance
has been negotiated with the Owner; and
Whereas, it is in the best interest of the
City to acquire the property under the terms of
the Offer to Buy and Acceptance.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the City Council of the City
of Dubuque, Iowa hereby approves the Offer
to Buy Real Estate and Acceptance attached
hereto.
Section 2. That the City of Dubuque be and
is hereby authorized to accept a Warranty
Deed to the Property, conveying the owner’s
interest to the City of Dubuque, Iowa for the
herein described real estate
Section 3. That the City Attorney be and is
hereby authorized and directed to cause said
Warranty Deed to be recorded in the office of
the Dubuque County Recorder, together with a
certified copy of this Resolution.
Section 4. That the City Attorney be and is
hereby directed to forward a copy of this Reso-
lution to the Dubuque County Assessor and
the Dubuque County Auditor.
Book 146 Regular Session, March 21, 2016 97
Passed, approved and adopted this 21st
day of March, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
5. 2016 Bridge Repair and Maintenance
Project Award: City Manager recommending
award of the construction contract for the 2016
Bridge Repairs and Maintenance Project to the
low bidder Tschiggfrie Excavating Co. Motion
by Lynch to receive and file the documents
and adopt Resolution No. 104-16 Awarding
public improvement contract for the 2016
Bridge Repairs and Maintenance Project. Se-
conded by Connors. Motion carried 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 104-16
AWARDING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT CON-
TRACT FOR THE 2016 BRIDGE REPAIRS
AND MAINTENANCE PROJECT
Whereas, sealed proposals have been
submitted by contractors for the 2016 Bridge
Repairs and Maintenance Project, (the Project)
pursuant to Resolution No. 44-16 and Notice
to Bidders published in a newspaper published
in the City of Dubuque, Iowa on the 19th day of
February, 2016.
Whereas, said sealed proposals were
opened and read on the 10th day of March,
2016 and it has been determined that Tschig-
gfrie Excavating Co. of Dubuque, Iowa with a
bid in the amount of $304,972.81 is the lowest
responsive, responsible bidder for the Project.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That a Public Improvement Con-
tract for the Project is hereby awarded to
Tschiggfrie Excavating Co. and the City Man-
ager is hereby directed to execute a Public
Improvement Contract on behalf of the City of
Dubuque for the Project.
Passed, approved and adopted this 21st
day of March, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
6. Heeb Street Retaining Wall Reconstruc-
tion Project Award: City Manager recommend-
ing award of the construction contract for the
Heeb Street Retaining Wall Reconstruction
Project to the low bidder McDermott Excavat-
ing. Motion by Lynch to receive and file the
documents and adopt Resolution No. 105-16
Awarding public improvement contract for the
Heeb Street Retaining Wall Reconstruction
Project. Seconded by Resnick. Motion carried
7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 105-16
AWARDING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT CON-
TRACT FOR THE HEEB STREET RETAIN-
ING WALL RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT
Whereas, sealed proposals have been
submitted by contractors for the Heeb Street
Retaining Wall Reconstruction Project, (the
Project) pursuant to Resolution No. 43-16 and
Notice to Bidders published in a newspaper
published in the City of Dubuque, Iowa on the
19th day of February, 2016.
Whereas, said sealed proposals were
opened and read on the 10th day of March,
2016 and it has been determined that McDer-
mott Excavating of Dubuque, Iowa with a bid in
the amount of $164,778.00 is the lowest re-
sponsive, responsible bidder for the Project.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
That a Public Improvement Contract for the
Project is hereby awarded to McDermott Ex-
cavating and the City Manager is hereby di-
rected to execute a Public Improvement Con-
tract on behalf of the City of Dubuque for the
Project.
Passed, approved and adopted this 21st
day of March, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
There being no further business, upon mo-
tion the City Council adjourned at 7:49 p.m.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, CMC, City Clerk
Book 146 Special and Regular Sessions April 4, 2016 98
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
SPECIAL SESSION
OFFICIAL
The Dubuque City Council met in special
session at 5:30 p.m. on April 4, 2016 in the
Historic Federal Building, 350 W. 6th Street.
Present: Mayor Buol; Council Members
Connors, Del Toro, Jones, Lynch, Resnick,
Rios; City Manager Van Milligen, Assistant
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
Sustainable Dubuque.
WORK SESSION
Sustainable Dubuque
Sustainability Coordinator Cori Burbach,
Public Health Specialist Mary Rose Corrigan,
Carrie Lorhmann of Trailhead Energy, and
Raki Giannakouros of Green Dubuque and
Blue Sky Solar presented on the following top-
ics.
• Georgetown University Energy Prize
• EPA Environmental Education Grant:
Air Quality Education
• 50% by 2030 Community Climate Ac-
tion & Resiliency Plan
• Resilient Community Advisory Com-
mission: Community Engagement
Progress
The City Council had discussion with the
presenters following the presentation.
There being in further business, upon mo-
tion the City Council adjourned at 6:21 p.m.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, CMC, City Clerk
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
REGULAR SESSION
OFFICIAL
The Dubuque City Council met in regular
session at 6:30 p.m. on April 4, 2016 in the
Historic Federal Building, 350 W. 6th Street.
Present: Mayor Buol; Council Members
Connors, Del Toro, Jones, Lynch, Resnick,
Rios; City Manager Van Milligen, Assistant
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. Mayor's Day of Recognition for National
Service (April 5, 2016) was accepted by VISTA
representatives Brynn McDonnell, Katherine
Sipple, and Hannah Pope.
CONSENT ITEMS
Motion by Lynch to receive and file the
documents, adopt the resolutions, and dispose
of as indicated. Seconded by Jones. Motion
carried 7-0.
1. Minutes and Reports Submitted: City
Council Proceedings of 3/21; Library Board of
Trustees Council Update 3/24; Park and Rec-
reation Commission of 3/8; Sister City Rela-
tionships Advisory Commission of 3/16; Proof
of publication of City Council Proceedings for
3/7, 3/14. Upon motion the documents were
received and filed.
2. Notice of Claims and Suits: National
Casualty Company/ #1 Green Cab for vehicle
damage. Upon motion the documents were
received, filed and referred to the City Attor-
ney.
3. Disposition of Claims: City Attorney ad-
vising that the following claims have been re-
ferred to Public Entity Risk Services of Iowa,
the agent for the Iowa Communities Assurance
Pool: National Casualty Company/#1 Green
Cab for vehicle damage. Upon motion the
documents were received, filed and concurred.
Book 146 Regular Session, April 4, 2016 99
4. Request for Proposals - Mathias Ham
House Masonry Rehabilitation: City Manager
recommending approval of the release of a
Request for Proposals for a consultant to pro-
vide architectural/engineering services for ma-
sonry rehabilitation of the Mathias Ham House.
Upon motion the documents were received,
filed and approved.
5. Request for Proposals - Five Flags The-
ater Masonry Rehabilitation and Fire Escape:
City Manager recommending approval of the
release of a Request for Proposals for a con-
sultant to provide architectural/engineering
services for the Five Flags Theater Masonry
Rehabilitation and Fire Escape Project. Upon
motion the documents were received, filed and
approved.
6. Request for Proposals - Comprehensive
Plan Update: City Manager recommending
approval of the release of a Request for Pro-
posals for the City of Dubuque Comprehensive
Plan Update. Upon motion the documents
were received, filed and approved.
7. Environmental Covenant for the Old City
Garage Site: City Manager recommending
approval of the Environmental Covenant and
Release of Prior Property Restriction for the
Old City Garage Site at 925 Kerper Boulevard.
Upon motion the documents were received
and filed and Resolution No. 106-16 Approving
an Environmental Covenant and Release of
Prior Property Restriction for the Old City Gar-
age Site, formerly Peoples Natural Gas, at 925
Kerper Boulevard, Dubuque, Iowa as request-
ed by the Iowa Department of Transportation
was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 106-16
APPROVING AN ENVIRONMENTAL COVE-
NANT AND RELEASE OF PRIOR PROPER-
TY RESTRICTION FOR THE OLD CITY
GARAGE SITE, FORMERLY PEOPLES
NATURAL GAS AT 925 KERPER BOULE-
VARD, DUBUQUE, IOWA AS REQUESTED
BY THE IOWA DEPARTMENT OF TRANS-
PORTATION
Whereas, the City of Dubuque is the cur-
rent owner of environmentally contaminated
property with a local address of 925 Kerper
Boulevard, Dubuque, Iowa which property was
previously owned by Peoples Natural Gas,
who among others, contributed to the contam-
ination of the site, commonly known as the
Peoples Natural Gas Site (the Site); and
Whereas, the U.S. Environmental Protec-
tion Agency (EPA) previously required the City
of Dubuque to place intuitional controls on the
Site in the form of a deed restriction, which
was recorded in 1991; and
Whereas, EPA requested that the deed re-
striction be removed from the property, as it
was EPA’s intent for an environmental cove-
nant to replace the deed restriction as the sole
institutional control on the Site; and
Whereas, City negotiated the Environmen-
tal Covenant with EPA which was approved by
the City Council on September 8, 2015; and
Whereas, the Iowa Department of Trans-
portation has requested that the City adopt the
Environmental Covenant and Release of Prior
Property Restriction attached hereto; and
Whereas, the City Council finds that it is in
the best interests of the City of Dubuque to
approve the Environmental Covenant and Re-
lease of Prior Property Restriction.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DUBU-
QUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The Environmental Covenant
and Release of Prior Property Restriction at-
tached hereto is hereby approved.
Section 2. The Mayor is hereby authorized
and directed to execute the Environmental
Covenant and Release of Prior Property Re-
striction on behalf of the City of Dubuque.
Section 3. The City Manager is authorized
to take such action is may be necessary and
convenient to implement the Environmental
Covenant and Release of Prior Property Re-
striction.
Passed, approved and adopted this 4th day
of April, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
8. Lower Main Development, LLC Subordi-
nation Agreement: City Manager recommend-
ing approval of a Subordination Agreement
with Lower Main Development, LLC which
provides the City’s loan is subordinate to the
mortgage of Dupaco Community Credit Union
for the Platinum Building. Upon motion the
documents were received, filed and approved.
9. Andrew Makovec Claim Appeal: City At-
torney recommending approval of the appeal
of a claim against the City by Andrew Makovec
for property damage. Upon motion the docu-
ments were received, filed and concurred.
10. Kory Monahan Settlement Agreement:
City Attorney recommending approval of a
Settlement Agreement in the case of Kory Mo-
nahan v. Ryan Clark and the City of Dubuque.
Upon motion the documents were received,
filed and approved.
11. Grand River Center Management Con-
tract Renewal - Platinum Hospitality: City
Manager recommending approval of the Grand
River Center Management Agreement
Amendment with Platinum Hospitality Group,
Book 146 Regular Session April 4, 2016 100
LLC. Upon motion the documents were re-
ceived and filed and Resolution No. 107-16
Approval of an Amendment to the Facility
Management Agreement between the City of
Dubuque, Iowa and Platinum Hospitality
Group, LLC was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 107-16
APPROVAL OF AN AMENDMENT TO THE
FACILITY MANAGEMENT AGREEMENT
BETWEEN THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
AND PLATINUM HOSPITALITY GROUP,
LLC
Whereas, Platinum Hospitality Group, LLC
(Manager) and the City of Dubuque, Iowa
(City) entered into a Facility Management
Agreement (the Agreement) dated the 20th day
of May, 2013 for the purpose of Manager per-
forming the management services for the
Grand River Center (Facility) described in that
Agreement; and
Whereas, Section 9 of the Agreement
states “The term of this Agreement commenc-
es May 26, 2013 and runs for three (3) years,
ending on May 25, 2016…”; and
Whereas, Section 4.1 of the Agreement
addresses the Hotel Motel Tax payments to be
made over the terms of the Agreement, includ-
ing any renewals; and
Whereas, Section 10.1 of the Agreement
states “After May 25, 2015 this Agreement
may be terminated by either party hereto,
without cause, upon six (6) months written
notice to the other party”; and
Whereas, although the deadline for renew-
al has passed, the parties wish to renew the
Agreement for an additional three (3) year
period; and
Whereas, the parties wish to meet on a
regular and frequent basis throughout the re-
newal period; and
Whereas, City and Manager now desire to
amend the Facility Management Agreement.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the Amendment attached
hereto is hereby approved on behalf of the City
of Dubuque.
Section 2. That the Mayor is hereby au-
thorized to execute the Amendment on behalf
of the City of Dubuque.
Passed, approved and adopted this 4th day
of April, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
12. Visiting Nurses Association (VNA) -
Lead & Healthy Homes Contract: City Manag-
er recommending approval of an agreement
with the Dubuque Visiting Nurse Association
for services related to the Housing and Urban
Development (HUD) Lead Hazard Control and
Healthy Homes Program. Upon motion the
documents were received, filed and approved.
13. Health Choices Administrative Services
Fee: City Manager recommending approval of
the Health Choices administrative services fee
effective July 1, 2016 through June 30, 2017,
and authorization for the City Manager to sign
the Amendment to the Administrative Services
Agreement. Upon motion the documents were
received, filed and approved.
14. 2015-2016 Snow and Ice Removal
from Public Right-of-Way Assessments: City
Manager recommending establishing the final
assessments for the 2015-2016 Snow Remov-
al from City Right-of-Way. Upon motion the
documents were received and filed and Reso-
lution No. 108-16 Adopting the final Assess-
ment Schedule for the 2015-2016 Snow Re-
moval Assessment - Right-of-Way Obstruction
Removal Assessment Project was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 108-16
ADOPTING THE FINAL ASSESSMENT
SCHEDULE FOR THE 2015-2016 SNOW
REMOVAL ASSESSMENT – RIGHT-OF-WAY
OBSTRUCTION REMOVAL ASSESSMENT
PROJECT
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
After full consideration, the Final Schedule
of Assessments as shown on the attached
sheet(s), Page 1 to Page 2 inclusive; is hereby
approved for the Snow Removal Assessment
– Right-of-Way Obstruction Removal Assess-
ment Project.
There is hereby assessed and levied as a
special tax against and upon each of the bene-
fited properties, the respective sums indicated.
The amounts shown in said Final Schedule of
Assessments as deficiencies are found to be
proper and levied conditionally against the
respective properties benefited by the im-
provements as shown in the Final Schedule of
Assessments, subject to the provisions of Iowa
Code § 364.12. Said assessments against
said lots are hereby declared to be in propor-
tion to the special benefits conferred and not in
excess of twenty-five percent of the value of
same.
The City Clerk be and is hereby directed to
certify the Final Schedule of Assessments to
the County Treasurer of Dubuque County,
Iowa and to publish notice of said certification
once each week for two consecutive weeks in
the manner provided in Iowa Code § 362.3,
the first publication of which shall be not more
than fifteen days from the date of filing of the
Final Schedule of Assessments. On or before
the date of the second publication of the no-
tice, the City Clerk shall also mail a copy of
Book 146 Regular Session, April 4, 2016 101
said notice to property owners whose property
is subject to assessment, as provided in Iowa
Code § 384.60.
The assessments may be paid in full or in
part without interest at the office of the City
Treasurer, City Hall, 50 W. 13th Street, Dubu-
que, Iowa at any time within 30 days after the
date of the first notice of the Final Schedule of
Assessments. Thereafter, unpaid assessments
are payable at the County Treasurer’s Office,
Dubuque County Courthouse, 720 Central
Avenue, Dubuque, Iowa and will draw annual
interest at three percent (3%) computed to
December 1 next following the due dates of
the respective installments as provided in Sec-
tion 384.65 of the Code of Iowa. Each install-
ment will be delinquent from October 1 follow-
ing its due date on July 1 of each year. How-
ever, when the last day of September is a Sat-
urday or Sunday, that amount shall be delin-
quent from the second business day of Octo-
ber. Unpaid balances will draw the same de-
linquent interest as ordinary taxes.
Passed, approved and adopted this 4th day
of April, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
2015-2016 SIDEWALK SHOVELING AS-
SESSMENTS FINAL ASSESSMENTS
PROPERTY OWNER NAME; LOT DE-
SCRIPTION; PARCEL NUMBER; STREET
ADDRESS; VALUATION WITH IMPROVE-
MENT; TOTAL NET ASSESSMENT
Kingdom Investment LLC; Lot 1 in George
Martins Sub; 1025178001; 500 Hill Street;
$127,040.00; $ 75.10
Robert & Cheryl Cannon; E 1/4 of Lot 1 - 2 of
City Lot 720 And Lot 2 - 2 of City Lot
720;1025135019;681 West 5th Street;
$70,210.00; $58.75
Jimmy Hum & Heather Jones; Lot 7 Blk 1
Clarke Crest Estates 2nd Add; 1023207019;
877 Spires Drive; $180,840.00; $80.35
Aaron & Kerry Walling; Lot 17 Newberry &
Hales Sub; 1026277004; 1350 West 5th
Street; $106,600.00; $71.95
Rachel Tucker; Lot 6 Hillcrest Sub;
1022429001; 1988 Asbury Road;
$104,240.00; $117.25
Scott Maksymkow; Lot 4 Blk 1 Crescent
Heights; 1028481001; 3547 Lunar Dr.;
$164,170.00; $125.90
Deane & Manolita Dement; Lot 1-1-1-10
Kelly’s Sub; 1025129016; 686 University
Avenue; $5,880.00; $58.75
Noel Properties LLC; Lot 36 University Place;
1023252005; 1180 West Locust Street;
$60,880.00; $73.23
Sherri & Shirley Heagy; Lot 38 Leven’s Add;
1023477014; 1069 Vernon Street;
$57,760.00; $55.60
Robert Neuwoehner; Lot 4 Hannig’s Sub;
1026228003; 1120 Glen Oak Street;
$106,890.00; $55.60
Patrick Cribben; N 1/2 - N 1/2 of City Lot 123;
1025280004; 166 Bluff Street; $67,460.00;
$58.75
Feldott Properties LLC; Lot 1-5 A L Browns
Sub; 1024340008; 452 Loras Blvd.;
$99,650.00; $67.98
Aaron Healey; Lot 1-818 & Lot 819 A McDan-
iel’s Sub; 1024377002; 636 Loras Blvd.;
$97,390.00; $80.35
James & Diane Barefoot; Lot 7 East St Sub;
1026112002; 2320 Mineral St.;
$90,910.00; $80.35
Chad Ellis Construction Inc.; Lot 33 Blk 2 Sun-
set Park #2; 1021206014; 2212 St. John
Drive; $ 129,300.00; $67.98
Scott Duehr; Lot 2-2-1-3 St Mary's Place;
1022201002; 2971 Kaufmann Avenue;
$100,110.00; $150.88
NJC LLC; Lot 1-1 Schwind’s Pl; 1026212001;
1853 Delhi Street; $ 75,890.00; $97.75
K & T Real Estate LLC; Lot 18 Morheiser’s
Sub; 1026212008; 1670 University Ave-
nue; $87,740.00; $67.98
Jarod Moore; SW1/2-Lot 37 Mc Craney's 2nd
Add; 1118352008; 1004 Garfield Avenue;
$81,130.00; $65.88
CM Investments; Lot 2 Dreibelbi’s Add;
1013481018; 807 Garfield Avenue;
$60,600.00; $65.88
Brian & Audra Elliott; Lot 2-22 & Lot 2-23
Tschirgi & Schwind’s Sub; 1026134006;
1057 Auburn Street; $ 168,690.00; $65.88
James Wiezorek; Lot 1 Blk 3 Steger Heights;
1026152001; 265 Devon Drive;
$180,810.00; $71.13
Michael & Kimberly Hackett; Lot 1-6 & 2-5 Mrs.
L H Langworthy’s Except N 12' Thereof;
1025157005; 1072 West 3rd Street; $
295,120.00; $64.83
Nicholas Reed; Lot 7 Blk 11 Green Acres Sub;
1014255006; 2926 Timberline Street;
$123,600.00; $57.70
15. Pre-Annexation Agreement - Frederick
J. Henneberry #1: City Manager recommend-
ing approval of a Pre-Annexation Agreement
with Frederick J. Henneberry, property owner
of Lots 1 and 2 of Timothy Place in the Twin
Ridge Subdivision. Upon motion the docu-
ments were received and filed and Resolution
No. 109-16 Approving a Pre-Annexation
Agreement between the City of Dubuque, Iowa
and Frederick J. Henneberry was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 109-16
APPROVING A PRE-ANNEXATION
AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA AND FREDERICK J.
HENNEBERRY
Book 146 Regular Session April 4, 2016 102
Whereas, Frederick J. Henneberry, the
owner of the following described property in
Dubuque County, Iowa (the Property) have
submitted to the City Council of the City of
Dubuque an application for voluntary annexa-
tion of the Property to the City of Dubuque:
Lots 1 and 2 of Timothy Place, a subdivi-
sion of Section 12, Tablemound Township,
Dubuque County, Iowa according to the rec-
orded plat thereof; and
Whereas, Frederick J. Henneberry, have
entered into a Pre-annexation Agreement with
the City of Dubuque a copy of which is at-
tached hereto governing the future annexation
of the Property; and
Whereas, the Property is not subject to an
existing annexation moratorium; and
Whereas, the Property does not include
any state or railroad property; and
Whereas, Iowa Code Section 368.7 author-
izes the voluntary annexation of property in
Dubuque County, Iowa and the extension of
city limits by voluntary annexation; and
Whereas, the annexation of the Property is
consistent with the Comprehensive Plan of the
City of Dubuque, necessary for the future or-
derly growth and development of the City of
Dubuque, and will promote efficient and cost
effective extension of municipal services; and
Whereas, the City Council finds that the
annexation of the Property is in the public in-
terest.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The Pre-annexation Agreement
by and between Frederick J. Henneberry and
the City of Dubuque is hereby approved.
Passed, approved and adopted this 4th day
of April, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
16. Pre-Annexation Agreement - Frederick
J. Henneberry #2: City Manager recommend-
ing approval of a Pre-Annexation Agreement
with Frederick J. Henneberry, property owner
of Lot 7 in Twin Ridge Subdivision No. 2. Upon
motion the documents were received and filed
and Resolution No. 110-16 Approving a Pre-
Annexation Agreement between the City of
Dubuque, Iowa and Frederick J. Henneberry
was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 110-16
APPROVING A PRE-ANNEXATION
AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA AND FREDERICK J.
HENNEBERRY
Whereas, Frederick J. Henneberry, the
owner of the following described property in
Dubuque County, Iowa (the Property) have
submitted to the City Council of the City of
Dubuque an application for voluntary annexa-
tion of the Property to the City of Dubuque:
Lot 7 of Twin Ridge Subdivision No. 2
in Section 12, Tablemound Township,
Dubuque County, Iowa according to the
recorded plat thereof; and
Whereas, Frederick J. Henneberry, have
entered into a Pre-annexation Agreement with
the City of Dubuque a copy of which is at-
tached hereto governing the future annexation
of the Property; and
Whereas, the Property is not subject to an
existing annexation moratorium; and
Whereas, the Property does not include
any state or railroad property; and
Whereas, Iowa Code Section 368.7 author-
izes the voluntary annexation of property in
Dubuque County, Iowa and the extension of
city limits by voluntary annexation; and
Whereas, the annexation of the Property is
consistent with the Comprehensive Plan of the
City of Dubuque, necessary for the future or-
derly growth and development of the City of
Dubuque, and will promote efficient and cost
effective extension of municipal services; and
Whereas, the City Council finds that the
annexation of the Property is in the public in-
terest.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The Pre-annexation Agreement
by and between Frederick J. Henneberry and
the City of Dubuque is hereby approved.
Passed, approved and adopted this 4th day
of April, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
17. Pre-Annexation Agreement - Linda L.
Sanford: City Manager recommending approv-
al of a Pre-Annexation Agreement with Linda
L. Sanford, property owner of Lot 12 in Twin
Ridge Subdivision No. 2. Upon motion the
documents were received and filed and Reso-
lution No. 111-16 Approving a Pre-Annexation
Agreement between the City of Dubuque, Iowa
and Linda L. Sanford was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 111-16
APPROVING A PRE-ANNEXATION
AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA AND LINDA L. SANFORD
Whereas, Linda L. Sanford, the owners of
the following described property in Dubuque
County, Iowa (the Property) have submitted to
the City Council of the City of Dubuque an
application for voluntary annexation of the
Property to the City of Dubuque:
Lot 12 in Twin Ridge Subdivision No. 2
in Tablemound Township, Dubuque
County, Iowa according to the recorded
Book 146 Regular Session, April 4, 2016 103
plat thereof, subject to easements and
restrictions of record; and
Whereas, Linda L. Sanford, have entered
into a Pre-annexation Agreement with the City
of Dubuque a copy of which is attached hereto
governing the future annexation of the Proper-
ty; and
Whereas, the Property is not subject to an
existing annexation moratorium; and
Whereas, the Property does not include
any state or railroad property; and
Whereas, Iowa Code Section 368.7 author-
izes the voluntary annexation of property in
Dubuque County, Iowa and the extension of
city limits by voluntary annexation; and
Whereas, the annexation of the Property is
consistent with the Comprehensive Plan of the
City of Dubuque, necessary for the future or-
derly growth and development of the City of
Dubuque, and will promote efficient and cost
effective extension of municipal services; and
Whereas, the City Council finds that the
annexation of the Property is in the public in-
terest.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The Pre-annexation Agreement
by and between Linda L. Sanford and the City
of Dubuque is hereby approved.
Passed, approved and adopted this 4th day
of April, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
18. Building Services Fiscal Year 2017
Permit Fees: City Manager recommending
rescission of Resolution No. 84-16 and ap-
proval of a new resolution correcting the errors
in the FY17 permit and license fees for the
Building Services Department. Upon motion
the documents were received and filed and
Resolution No. 112-16 Rescinding Resolution
No. 84-16 Establishing a new Schedule of
Building Permit and License Fees and adopt-
ing in lieu thereof a new Schedule of Building
Permit and License Fees was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 112-16
RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 84-16 ES-
TABLISHING A NEW SCHEDULE OF
BUILDING PERMIT AND LICENSE FEES
AND ADOPTING IN LIEU THEREOF A NEW
SCHEDULE OF BUILDING PERMIT AND
LICENSE FEES
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. Resolution No. 84-16 is hereby
rescinded.
Section 2. Building Issuance and Annual
License Fees.
Permit/License Description Recom-
mended
Fee In-
crease
Building Permit Issuance Fee $10.00
Sign Contractor License Annually $150.00
VAB License Annually $350.00
Solar Thermal License Annually $125.00
Electrical/Industrial Maintenance
License Annually
$230.00
Section 3. Plan Review Fee.
• Plan Review Fee: $60/HR
Section 4: Building Permit Value Increases.
One-and Two-Family Dwellings
Project
Amount
Base Fee Plus
$1 - $500 $14.58 No Added
Fee
$501 -
$2,000
$14.58 for
first $500
$2.37 addi-
tional $100
$2,001 -
$30,000
$50.05 for
first $2,000
$9.35 addi-
tional $1,000
$30,001 -
$50,000
$311.85 for
first $30,000
$6.99 addi-
tional $1,000
$50,001 -
$100,000
$451.55 for
first $50,000
$4.68 addi-
tional $1,000
100,001 and
above
$685.30 for
first $100,000
$3.91 addi-
tional $1,000
All Other Building Projects
Project
Amount
Base Fee Plus
$1 - $500 $29.15 No Added Fee
$501 -
$2,000
$29.15 for
first $500
$14.58 addi-
tional $500
$2,001 -
$25,000
$72.88 for
first $2,000
$11.66 addi-
tional $1,000
$25,001 -
$50,000
$341.06 for
first $25,000
$8.75 addi-
tional $1,000
$50,001 -
$100,000
$559.68 for
first $50,000
$5.83 addi-
tional $1,000
$100,001 -
$500,000
$851.18 for
first $100,000
$48.02 addi-
tional $10,000
$500,001
and above
$2771.78 for
first $500,000
$39.27 addi-
tional $10,000
Book 146 Regular Session April 4, 2016 104
Section 5. Residential Electrical Permit Fees.
Category Recommended Fee
Square Footage Fees for New Residential Construction or Additions (Per
Square Foot Cost)
$0.07
Unit Fees for Existing Building Remodels Per Unit Fee
Swimming Pool, Spa, Hot Tub, Whirlpool $36.30
Temporary Power, Construction Site Service $21.45
Temporary Lighting Systems $21.45
Receptacle, Switch, Light and Boxes or Enclosures 1-20 $0.77
Over 20 $0.33
Lighting Fixtures 1-20 $0.77
Over 20 $0.33
Pole Mounted Lighting Fixtures $1.43
Residential Appliances and Power Apparatus (rated in)
Tons of TU, or Kilowatts, KiVA, or KiVAR, or Horsepower.
0 to 1 $7.70
Over 1 to 10 $8.80
Over 10 to 20 $11.00
Over 20 to 30 $15.40
Over 30 $15.40
Extra HP $0.33
Square Footage Fees for New Buildings and Remodels Per Square Feet $0.07
Main Service Fees and sub-panels are separate than
square footage calculations
0 to 100 Amps $11.00
101 to 400 Amps $17.60
401 to 600 Amps $26.40
601 to 1000 Amps $35.20
Over 1000 Amps $53.90
Misc. apparatus, Conduit, & Conductors that no other Fee Covers Above $21.45
Original Issuance Fee $10.00
Supplemental Issuance Fee (only if this is a follow-up to a previous permit) $5.50
Fees Not Covered Above
Each noncompliance re-inspection needed $60.00
For construction plan review ( minimum of 1 hour) $60.00
Inspections Outside Normal Business Hours $60.00
Inspection for which no fee is detailed above (Presale, demolition, damage,
etc.)
$60.00
Section 6: Commercial Electrical Permit Fees.
Square Footage Fees for New Commercial Construction or Additions(Per
Square Foot Cost)
Recommended
Fee
Commercial Office Construction First 25,000 sq. ft. $0.08
Next 49,999 sq. ft. $0.07
Next 124,999 sq. ft. $0.050
Next 299,999 sq. ft. $0.033
Over 500,000 sq. ft. $0.0165
Commercial Industrial Construction First 25,000 sq. ft. $0.033
Next 49,999 sq. ft. $0.0165
Next 124,999 sq. ft. $0.0077
Next 299,999 sq. ft. $0.00495
Over 500,000 sq. ft. $0.0011
Unit Fees for Existing Building Remodels (Per Unit Fee)
Signs: Free Standing or Building Mounted First Transformer $11.00
Additional Transformers $6.60
Gasoline Pumps and/or Dispensers $11.00
Swimming Pool, Spa, Hot Tub, Whirlpool $36.30
Temporary Power & Construction Site Services $21.45
Temporary Lighting Systems $21.45
Receptacle, Switch, Light Boxes and Enclosures First 1 thru 20 $0.77
Number Over 20 $0.33
Lighting Fixtures Only First 1 thru 20 $0.77
Number Over 20 $0.33
Pole Platform Fixtures $1.43
Book 146 Regular Session, April 4, 2016 105
Theatrical Lighting Fixtures $1.43
Appliances and Power Apparatus(rated in) tons of
BTU or kilowatts, KVA or KVAR or Horsepower
0 to 1 $7.70
Over 1 to 10 $8.80
Over 10 to 20 $11.00
Over 20 to 30 $15.40
Over 30 $15.40
Extra HP(over 30) each $0.33
Busway: Enter number of 100 ft. sections or fraction there of $0.77
Service Fees are Separate From Square Footage Calculations Above
Main Service Panels and Sub-Panels 0 to 100 Amps $11.00
101 to 400 Amps $17.60
401 to 600 Amps $26.40
601 to 1000 Amps $35.20
Over 1000 Amps or 600 Volts $53.90
Commercial Electrical Permit Fees (Continued).
Recommended Fee
Misc. apparatus, Conduit, & Conductors that no other Fee Covers Above $21.45
Original Issuance Fee $10.00
Supplemental Issuance Fee (only if this is a follow-up to a previous permit) $5.50
Fees Not Covered Above
Each noncompliance re-inspection needed $60.00
For construction plan review ( minimum of 1 hour) $60.00
Inspections Outside Normal Business Hours $60.00
Inspection for which no fee is detailed above (Presale, demolition, damage,
etc.)
$60.00
Section 7. Other Permit Fees.
Permit Type Recommended Fee
Demolition Permits
One & Two Family Dwellings $35.20
Commercial
Buildings
One story < 1000 Sq. Ft $35.20
Each Story 1001 to 3000 Sq. FT. $41.25
Each Story Over 3000 Sq. FT. $46.75
Note: Basement counted as a story
Temporary Sign Permit Recommended Fee
Temporary Sign Permit $27.50
Permanent Sign Permit Recommended Fee
Permanent Sign Permit $36.30
Section 8. Mechanical Permit Fee.
Mechanical Type of Fixture or Item Recommended Fee
Floor Furnace, Wall Heater (Including Vent) $17.60
Unit Heater, Hanging Heaters, Wall Heaters $17.60
Evaporative Cooler (not portable) $12.65
Vent Fan $8.80
Ventilation Systems $17.60
Equipment not listed/ Temporary Heat $17.60
Alteration, addition to any system/ductwork $17.60
Factory Built Fireplace $12.65
Fireplace Stoves $12.65
Water Heater (BTU each) $12.65
Type 1 & 2 Hoods $21.45
Appliance Vent $15.40
Forced Air Furnace < or = to 100,000 BTU $17.60
Forced Air Furnace > or = to 100,000 BTU $21.45
Boilers, Compressors, Absorption Systems, Refrigeration, RTU, Air
Conditioning and Heat Pumps
Up to and include 3HP or 100,000 BTU $17.60
>3HP to 15HP or 100,000 to 500,000 BTU $31.90
Book 146 Regular Session April 4, 2016 106
>15HP to 30HP or 500,00o to 1,000,000 BTU $42.90
>30HP to 50HP or 1,000,000 to 1,750,000 BTU $66.00
>50HP or >1,750,000 BTU $108.90
Air Handling Unit (CFM to 10,000) $12.65
Air Handling Unit (CFM > 10,000) $21.45
Gas Piping (1 to 5 outlets) Gas Pressure Test $15.40
Hydronic Piping $21.45
Ground source systems-horizontal loop or vertical wells $21.45
Solar Systems: space heat/cool or water heat/processing $21.45
Issuance Fee $10.00
Section 9. Plumbing Permit Fee.
Plumbing Type of Fixture or Item Recommended Fee
Water Closet (Toilet) $8.80
Bathtub $8.80
Lavatory (Wash Basin) $8.80
Shower $8.80
Kitchen Sink $8.80
Garbage Disposal $8.80
Dishwasher $8.80
Laundry Tray $8.80
Clothes Washer $8.80
Urinal $8.80
Drinking Fountain $8.80
Service Sink $8.80
Shampoo Bowl $8.80
Grease Trap $8.80
Water Heater $12.65
Gas Piping (1 to 5 outlets) Gas Pressure Test $15.40
Gas Piping (>5 outlets per outlet fee) $3.85
Floor Drain $8.80
Roof Drain $12.65
Condensate Drain $12.65
Vacuum Breaker $12.65
Backwater Valve $15.40
Backflow Prevention Device $15.40
Waste Interceptor $15.40
Indirect Waste $15.40
Sewage Ejector $15.40
Water Distribution Piping $15.40
Water Treating Equipment $15.40
Water Service (Main to Property Line) $15.40
Water Service (Property Line to Building) $15.40
Sanitary Service (Main to Property Line) $15.40
Sanitary Service (Property Line to Building $15.40
Meter $15.40
Misc. $15.40
Issuance Fee $10.00
Plan Review Fee (Minimum 1 Hour) Per Hour Cost $60.00
Book 146 Special Session, April 18, 2016 107
Section 10. The foregoing fees shall take
effect July 1, 2016.
Passed approved and adopted the 4th day
of April, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
19. 28E Agreement - Dubuque Community
School District: City Manager recommending
approval of a 28E Agreement with Dubuque
Community School District for the construction
of public roadway improvements at the inter-
section of West Locust Street and Clarke Drive
to accommodate proposed campus improve-
ments at Senior High School. Upon motion the
documents were received and filed and Reso-
lution No. 113-16 Approving a 28E Agreement
for construction of roadway improvements at
West Locust Street and Clarke Drive between
the City of Dubuque, Iowa and Dubuque
Community School District was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 113-16
APPROVING A 28E AGREEMENT FOR
CONSTRUCTION OF ROADWAY IM-
PROVEMENTS AT WEST LOCUST STREET
AND CLARKE DRIVE BETWEEN THE CITY
OF DUBUQUE, IOWA AND DUBUQUE
COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Whereas, the City of Dubuque is party to a
28E Agreement with Dubuque Community
School District for construction of public road-
way improvements at West Locust Street and
Clarke Drive dated March 14, 2016; and
Whereas, the City of Dubuque has deter-
mined that the project will require certain im-
provements to the public right of way and
Dubuque Community School District agrees
that such improvements are reasonable and
necessary; and
Whereas, the City of Dubuque has re-
viewed and approved the preliminary design
and construction plans for said public roadway
improvements; and
Whereas, Dubuque Community School
District has executed the 28E Agreement.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The 28E Agreement attached
hereto is hereby approved.
Section 2. The City Manager is authorized
and directed to execute the 28E Agreement on
behalf of the City of Dubuque
Passed, approved, and adopted this 4th
day of April, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
20. Signed Contract(s): Swift Water Adven-
ture Tours Docking Agreement for the Port of
Dubuque Marina. Upon motion the documents
were received and filed.
21. Improvement Contracts / Performance,
Payment and Maintenance Bonds: River City
Paving for the Eagle Point Parking Lot Resur-
facing Project. Upon motion the documents
were received, filed and approved.
22. Alcohol Compliance Civil Penalty for
Alcohol License Holder – Chocolaterie Stam:
City Manager recommending approval of the
Acknowledgment/Settlement Agreement for an
alcohol compliance violation for Chocolaterie
Stam, 269 Main Street. Upon motion the doc-
uments were received, filed and approved.
23. Alcohol License Applications: City
Manager recommending approval of annual
beer, liquor and wine licenses as submitted.
Upon motion the documents were received
and filed and Resolution No. 114-16 Approving
applications for beer, liquor, and/or wine per-
mits, as required by City of Dubuque Code of
Ordinances Title 4 Business and License Reg-
ulations, Chapter 2 Liquor Control, Article B
Liquor, Beer and Wine Licenses and Permits
was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 114-16
APPROVING APPLICATIONS FOR BEER,
LIQUOR, AND/OR WINE PERMITS, AS RE-
QUIRED BY CITY OF DUBUQUE CODE OF
ORDINANCES TITLE 4 BUSINESS AND LI-
CENSE REGULATIONS, CHAPTER 2 LIQ-
UOR CONTROL, ARTICLE B LIQUOR,
BEER AND WINE LICENSES AND PERMITS
Whereas, applications for Beer, Liquor,
and or Wine Permits have been submitted and
filed with the City Council for approval and the
same have been examined and approved; and
Whereas, the premises to be occupied by
such applicants were inspected and found to
comply with the Ordinances of the City and the
applicants have filed the proper fees and
bonds and otherwise complied with the re-
quirements of the Code of Ordinances.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The City Clerk is hereby author-
ized and directed to cause to be issued the
noted permit types to the following applicants
pending submission of the locally required
documentation:
Renewals
Bunker Hill Golf Course, 2200 Bunker Hill Rd.,
Class C Liquor (Sunday)
Clarke University, 1550 Clarke Dr., Class C
Liquor (Catering) (Outdoor) (Sunday)
Dubuque Arboretum, 3800 Arboretum Dr.,
Class B Native Wine (Sunday)
Dubuque Food Co-op, 955 Washington St.,
Class C Beer, Class B Wine (Sunday)
Heat Billiards & Grill, 1850 Central Ave., Class
C Liquor (Sunday)
Book 146 Regular Session April 4, 2016 108
Kwik Stop 16th Street #325, 1210 E 16th Street,
Class E Liquor, Class B Wine, Class C
Beer (Sunday)
Lot One, 100 Main St., Class C Liquor (Out-
door) (Sunday)
Noonan's tap, 1618 Central Ave., Class C Liq-
uor (Sunday)
Panchero's Mexican Grill, 4840 Asbury Rd.,
Class B Beer (Outdoor) (Sunday)
Ron's Five Point Mart, 405 Rhomberg Ave.,
Class C Liquor (Sunday)
The Olive Garden, 3350 Dodge St., Class C
Liquor (Sunday)
Whiskey River, 1064 University Ave., Class C
Liquor (Sunday)
New
Yardarm, 1201 Shiras Ave., Class C Liquor
(Outdoor) (Sunday)
Passed, approved and adopted this 4th day
of April, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
ITEMS SET FOR PUBLIC HEARING
Motion by Lynch to receive and file the
documents, adopt the resolutions, set the pub-
lic hearings as indicated, and direct the City
Clerk to publish notice as prescribed by law.
Seconded by Connors. Motion carried 7-0.
1. 2016 Pavement Marking Project: City
Manager recommends initiation of the public
bidding procedure for the 2016 Pavement
Marking Project, and further recommends that
a public hearing be set for April 18, 2016. Up-
on motion the documents were received and
filed and Resolution No. 115-16 Preliminary
approval of plans, specifications, form of con-
tract, and estimated cost; setting date of public
hearing on plans, specifications, form of con-
tract, and estimated cost; and ordering the
advertisement for bids was adopted setting a
public hearing for a meeting to commence at
6:30 p.m. on April 18, 2016 in the Historic
Federal Building.
RESOLUTION NO. 115-16
2016 PAVEMENT MARKING PROJECT,
PRELIMINARY APPROVAL OF PLANS,
SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT,
AND ESTIMATED COST; SETTING DATE
OF PUBLIC HEARING ON PLANS, SPECI-
FICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND
ESTIMATED COST; AND ORDERING THE
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
The proposed plans, specifications, form of
contract and estimated cost for the 2016
Pavement Marking Project in the estimated
amount $143,780.29, are hereby preliminarily
approved and ordered filed in the office of the
City Clerk for public inspection.
A public hearing will be held on the 18th
day of April, 2016, at 6:30 p.m. in the Historic
Federal Building Council Chambers (second
floor) 350 W. 6th Street, Dubuque, Iowa at
which time interested persons may appear and
be heard for or against the proposed plans and
specifications, form of contract and estimated
cost of said Project, and the City Clerk be and
is hereby directed to cause the attached notice
of the time and place of such hearing to be
published in a newspaper having general cir-
culation in the City of Dubuque, Iowa which
notice shall be published not less than four
days nor more than twenty days prior to the
date of such hearing. At the hearing, any inter-
ested person may appear and file objections to
the proposed plans, specifications, form of
contract, or estimated cost of the Project.
The 2016 Pavement Marking Project is
hereby ordered to be advertised for bids for
construction.
The amount of the security to accompany
each bid shall be in an amount which shall
conform to the provisions of the Notice to Bid-
ders hereby approved.
The City Clerk is hereby directed to adver-
tise for bids for the construction of the im-
provements herein provided, by publishing the
attached Notice to Bidders to be published in a
newspaper having general circulation in the
City of Dubuque, Iowa which notice shall be
published not less than four but not more than
forty-five days before the date for filing bids
before 2:00 p.m. on the 21st day of April, 2016.
Bids shall be opened and read by the City
Clerk at said time and will be submitted to the
City Council for final action at 6:30 p.m. on the
2nd day of May, 2016, in the Historic Federal
Building Council Chambers (second floor), 350
West 6th Street, Dubuque, Iowa.
Passed, adopted and approved this 4th day
of April, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
BOARDS/COMMISSIONS
Applicants were invited to address the City
Council regarding their desire to serve on the
following Boards/Commissions.
1. Sister City Relationships Advisory
Commission – Review: One, 3-year term
through February 1, 2019 (Vacant term of
Zygmont). Applicant: Rachel McDermott, 1007
½ W. 3rd St. Ms. McDermott spoke in support
of her appointment.
Book 146 Special Session, April 18, 2016 109
Appointments were made to the following
Boards/Commissions.
2. Community Development Advisory
Commission – Appointment: One, 3-year term
through February 15, 2019 (Vacant term of
Maloy, At-Large). Applicants: Dean Boles,
1715 Geraldine Dr.; Jay Schiesl, 195 W. 17th
St.; Tom Stovall, 3345 Tibey Ct. Upon roll-call
vote (Boles: Buol, Jones, Del Toro, Lynch,
Resnick, Connors), (Stovall: Rios), Dean Boles
was appointed to a 3-year term through Feb-
ruary 15, 2019.
3. Housing Commission – Appointment:
One, 3-year term through August 17, 2018
(Vacant term of Foster); Applicant: Janice
Craddieth, 1455 Washington St. Motion by
Jones to appoint Ms. Craddieth to a 3-year
term through August 7, 2018. Seconded by
Resnick. Motion carried 7-0.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Upon motion the rules were suspended al-
lowing anyone present to address the City
Council.
1. Old Mill Road Lease Agreement
Amendment – David S. Hartig. Jr.: Proof of
publication for notice of public hearing to con-
sider an amended and restated lease agree-
ment with David S. Hartig, Jr., with respect to
City-owned residential and commercial proper-
ties on Old Mill Road and the City Manager
recommending approval. Motion by Connors to
receive and file the documents and adopt
Resolution No. 116-16 Disposing of an interest
in real property by lease with David S. Hartig,
Jr. Seconded by Resnick. Motion carried 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 116-16
DISPOSING OF AN INTEREST IN REAL
PROPERTY BY LEASE WITH DAVID S.
HARTIG, JR.
Whereas, the City of Dubuque, Iowa is the
owner of the following properties:
Lot 1-1-2-1 Mineral Lot 507
Lot 1-1-2-1-2-1-4 Mineral Lot 501
Lot 2-1-2-1-1-2-1-4 Mineral Lot 501
Lot 1 Old Mill Place
Lot 2 Papke Place
Lot 1-1-2-1-1-2-1-4 Mineral Lot 501
Lot 2-1-1-1-1-2-1-4 Mineral Lot 501
Lot 2-1-2-1-2-1-4 Mineral Lot 501;
and City leased all of the aforesaid real proper-
ty to David S. Hartig, Jr. pursuant to Lease
Agreement recorded on February 19, 2004 as
Instrument 2539-04, records of Dubuque
County, which Lease Agreement as so record-
ed was approved by City of Dubuque Resolu-
tion No. 77-04 on February 16, 2004; and
Whereas, David S. Hartig, Jr. (Hartig) pro-
poses to amend the Lease of such City proper-
ty on the terms set forth in the form of the
Amended and Restated Lease Agreement
attached, with all revisions or substitutions
appearing in italics; and
Whereas, on April 4, 2016, the City Council
pursuant to Notice published as required by
law held a public hearing on the matter of
amending the aforesaid Lease and overruled
all objections thereto; and
Whereas, the City Council finds that it is in
the best interest of the City to approve the
Amended and Restated Lease Agreement for
the City property.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The Amended Lease Agreement
in the form attached hereto is hereby ap-
proved.
Section 2. The Mayor is hereby authorized
and directed to execute the Lease Agreement.
Section 3. The City Clerk is hereby author-
ized and directed to cause this Resolution to
be recorded with the Dubuque County Re-
corder.
Passed, approved and adopted this 4th day
of April, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
2. Grant of Easement for Ingress and
Egress Across City-Owned Property - Manson
Road: Proof of publication for notice of public
hearing to consider approval of a request from
Nancy A. Comer McNamer and Martin J.
McNamer for the granting of an easement
across a portion City-owned property to ac-
cess their property, Lot 1 of McNamer Acres
No. 4, from the Manson Road Right-of-Way
and the City Manager recommending approv-
al. Motion by Lynch to receive and file the
documents and adopt Resolution No. 117-16
Disposing of City interest by Grant of Ease-
ment for Ingress and Egress to Nancy A.
Comer McNamer and Martin J. McNamer
across a portion of Lot 1-2-1-1-1-1-1-1-2-1-4
and Lot 2-2-1-1-1-1-1-1-2-1-4 of Mineral Lot
501, in the City of Dubuque; and Resolution
No. 118-16 Granting Easement for Ingress and
Egress to Nancy A. Comer McNamer and Mar-
tin J. McNamer across a portion of Lot 1-2-1-1-
1-1-1-1-2-1-4 and Lot 2-2-1-1-1-1-1-1-2-1-4 of
Mineral Lot 501, in the City of Dubuque. Se-
conded by Resnick. Motion carried 7-0.
Book 146 Regular Session April 4, 2016 110
RESOLUTION NO. 117-16
DISPOSING OF CITY INTEREST BY GRANT
OF EASEMENT FOR INGRESS AND
EGRESS TO NANCY A. COMER MCNAMER
AND MARTIN J. MCNAMER ACROSS A
PORTION OF LOT 1-2-1-1-1-1-1-1-2-1-4 AND
LOT 2-2-1-1-1-1-1-1-2-1-4 OF MINERAL LOT
501, IN THE CITY OF DUBUQUE
Whereas, pursuant to resolution and pub-
lished notice of time and place of hearing, pub-
lished in the Telegraph Herald, a newspaper of
general circulation published in the City of
Dubuque, Iowa on the 18th day of March,
2016, the City Council of the City of Dubuque,
Iowa met on the 4th day of April, 2016, at 6:30
p.m. in the Historic Federal Building, 350 W.
6th Street, Dubuque, Iowa to consider the pro-
posal for the granting of easement described
as:
A portion of Lot 1-2-1-1-1-1-1-1-2-1-4
and Lot 2-2-1-1-1-1-1-1-2-1-4 of Miner-
al Lot 501, in the City of Dubuque for
the purpose of accessing Lot 1 of
McNamer Acres No. 4 from the Man-
son Road Right of Way, in the City of
Dubuque, Dubuque County, Iowa; and
Whereas, the City Council of the City of
Dubuque, Iowa overruled any and all objec-
tions, oral or written to the proposed granting
of easement.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the Grant of Easement by
the City of Dubuque across a portion of Lot 1-
2-1-1-1-1-1-1-2-1-4 and Lot 2-2-1-1-1-1-1-1-2-
1-4 of Mineral Lot 501, in the City of Dubuque
for ingress and egress, be and the same is
hereby approved, contingent on the paying
platting fees.
Section 2. The City of Dubuque reserves
unto itself a perpetual easement of this same
described area for the purpose of erecting,
installing, constructing, reconstructing, repair-
ing, owning, operating and maintaining all pub-
lic utilities.
Section 3. That the Mayor be authorized
and directed to execute the Grant of Easement
for Ingress and Egress and the City Clerk be
and is hereby authorized and directed to deliv-
er said Grant of Easement to upon receipt of
any required platting fees.
Section 4. That the City Clerk be and is
hereby authorized and directed to record a
certified copy of this Grant of Easement for
Ingress and Egress in the office of the Dubu-
que County Recorder.
Passed, approved and adopted this 4th day
of April, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
RESOLUTION NO. 118-16
GRANTING EASEMENT FOR INGRESS AND
EGRESS TO NANCY A. COMER MCNAMER
AND MARTIN J. MCNAMER ACROSS A
PORTION OF LOT 1-2-1-1-1-1-1-1-2-1-4 AND
LOT 2-2-1-1-1-1-1-1-2-1-4 OF MINERAL LOT
501, IN THE CITY OF DUBUQUE
Whereas, Nancy A. Comer McNamer and
Martin J. McNamer have requested a “Grant of
Easement” for Ingress and Egress across a
portion of Lot 1-2-1-1-1-1-1-1-2-1-4 and Lot 2-
2-1-1-1-1-1-1-2-1-4 of Mineral Lot 501, in the
City of Dubuque, for the purpose of accessing
their property, Lot 1 of McNamer Acres No. 4,
from the Manson Road Right of Way; and
Whereas, Buesing and Associates has
prepared and submitted to the City Council an
exhibit showing the portion of Lot 1-2-1-1-1-1-
1-1-2-1-4 and Lot 2-2-1-1-1-1-1-1-2-1-4 of
Mineral Lot 501, in the City of Dubuque pro-
posed for the ingress and egress easement;
and
Whereas, the City Council of the City of
Dubuque, Iowa has determined that the por-
tion of Lot 1-2-1-1-1-1-1-1-2-1-4 and Lot 2-2-1-
1-1-1-1-1-2-1-4 of Mineral Lot 501 can be uti-
lized for this ingress and egress easement, as
shown on the Exhibit A, in the City of Dubu-
que, Dubuque County, Iowa and should be
approved.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the “Grant of Easement” for
Ingress and Egress to Nancy A. Comer
McNamer and Martin J. McNamer be and the
same is hereby approved.
Passed, approved and adopted this 4th day
of April, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
3. Dubuque Industrial Center South Build-
ing Pad One Sanitary Sewer Extension Pro-
ject: Proof of publication for notice of public
hearing to consider approval of plans, specifi-
cations, form of contract, and estimated cost
for the Dubuque Industrial Center South, Build-
ing Pad 1 Sanitary Sewer Extension Project
and the City Manager recommending approv-
al. Motion by Connors to receive and file the
documents and adopt Resolution No. 119-16
Approval of plans, specifications, form of con-
tract, and estimated cost for the Dubuque In-
dustrial Center South, Building Pad 1 Sanitary
Sewer Extension Project. Seconded by Jones.
Motion carried 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 119-16
APPROVAL OF PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS,
FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATED
COST FOR THE DUBUQUE INDUSTRIAL
Book 146 Special Session, April 18, 2016 111
CENTER SOUTH, BUILDING PAD 1 SANI-
TARY SEWER EXTENSION PROJECT
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
That the proposed plans, specifications,
form of contract and estimated cost for the
Dubuque Industrial Center South, Building Pad
1 Sanitary Sewer Extension Project, in the
estimated amount $171,104.22, are hereby
approved.
Passed, adopted and approved this 4th day
of April, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
4. Fiscal Year 2016 Sewershed 7, 11, and
12 Sanitary Sewer Manhole Project: Proof of
publication for notice of public hearing to con-
sider approval of plans, specifications, form of
contract, and estimated cost for the FY16
Sewershed 7, 11 and 12 Sanitary Sewer Man-
hole Project and the City Manager recom-
mending approval. Motion by Jones to receive
and file the documents and adopt Resolution
No. 120-16 Approval of plans, specifications,
form of contract, and estimated cost for the
FY16 Sewershed 7, 11, and 12 Sanitary Sew-
er Manhole Project. Seconded by Resnick.
Motion carried 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 120-16
APPROVAL OF PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS,
FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATED
COST FOR THE FY16 SEWERSHED 7, 11
and 12 SANITARY SEWER MANHOLE
PROJECT
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
That the proposed plans, specifications,
form of contract and estimated cost for the
FY16 Sewershed 7, 11 and 12 Sanitary Sewer
Manhole Project, in the estimated amount
$118,816.39, are hereby approved.
Passed, adopted and approved this 4th day
of April, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Upon motion the rules were reinstated lim-
iting discussion to the City Council.
ACTION ITEMS
1. Code of Ordinances Title 6 - Adopting
the International Property Maintenance Code
(2nd Reading): City Manager recommending
adoption of the International Property Mainte-
nance Code to replace the City’s existing
Housing Code and used for the rental inspec-
tion program. Correspondence from Behr's
Funeral Home, the Downtown Neighborhood
and Historic Bluffs Neighborhood Associations,
Mary Gotz, and Terry Mozena regarding adop-
tion of the International Property Maintenance
Code.
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 Connors. Motion
carried 7-0.
Motion by Jones for final consideration and
passage of Ordinance No. 8-16 Repealing
Title 6, Chapter 6 of the City of Dubuque Code
of Ordinances and all other ordinances or
parts of laws in conflict therewith; adopting the
2015 Edition of the International Property
Maintenance Code, regulating and governing
the conditions and maintenance of all property,
buildings, and structures; by providing the
standards for supplied utilities and facilities
and other physical things and conditions es-
sential to ensure that structures are safe, sani-
tary and fit for occupation and use; and the
condemnation of buildings and structures unfit
for human occupancy and use, and the demo-
lition of such existing structure in the City of
Dubuque; providing for the issuance of permits
and collection of fees therefor; and adopting a
new Article within Title 14, Chapter 1 as Article
J. Seconded by Connors. Motion carried 7-0.
OFFICIAL PUBLICATION
ORDINANCE NO. 8-16
REPEALING TITLE 6, CHAPTER 6 OF THE
CITY OF DUBUQUE CODE OF ORDINANC-
ES AND ALL OTHER ORDINANCES OR
PARTS OF LAWS IN CONFLICT THERE-
WITH; ADOPTING THE 2015 EDITION OF
THE INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY
MAINTENANCE CODE, REGULATING AND
GOVERNING THE CONDITIONS AND
MAINTENANCE OF ALL PROPERTY,
BUILDINGS, AND STRUCTURES; BY
PROVIDING THE STANDARDS FOR SUP-
PLIED UTILITIES AND FACILITIES AND
OTHER PHYSICAL THINGS AND CONDI-
TIONS ESSENTIAL TO ENSURE THAT
STRUCTURES ARE SAFE, SANITARY AND
FIT FOR OCCUPATION AND USE; AND THE
CONDEMNATION OF BUILDINGS AND
STRUCTURES UNFIT FOR HUMAN OCCU-
PANCY AND USE, AND THE DEMOLITION
OF SUCH EXISTING STRUCTURE IN THE
CITY OF DUBUQUE; PROVIDING FOR THE
ISSUANCE OF PERMITS AND COLLECTION
OF FEES THEREFOR; AND ADOPTING A
NEW ARTICLE WITHIN TITLE 14, CHAPTER
1 AS ARTICLE J
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IA:
Book 146 Regular Session April 4, 2016 112
Section 1. That the current Title 6, Chapter
6 of the City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances
and all other ordinances or parts of laws in
conflict herewith are hereby repealed.
Section 2. Section 14-1J-1 of the City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances will read as fol-
lows:
14-1J-1: INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY
MAINTENANCE CODE ADOPTED:
That a certain document, copies of which
are on file in the office of the Building
Services Department and Housing and
Community Development Department,
being marked and designated as the In-
ternational Property Maintenance Code,
2015 edition, as published by the Interna-
tional Code Council, be and is hereby
adopted as the Property Maintenance
Code of the City of Dubuque as Title 14,
Chapter 1, Article J, in the State of Iowa
for regulating and governing the condi-
tions and maintenance of all property,
buildings and structures; by providing the
standards for supplied utilities and facili-
ties and other physical things and condi-
tions essential to ensure that structures
are safe, sanitary and fit for occupation
and use; and the condemnation of build-
ings and structures unfit for human occu-
pancy and use, and the demolition of
such existing structures as herein provid-
ed; providing for the issuance of permits
and collection of fees therefor; and each
and all of the regulations, provisions,
penalties, conditions and terms of said
Property Maintenance Code on file in the
offices of the Building Services and
Housing and Community Development
Departments are hereby referred to,
adopted, and made a part hereof, as if
fully set out in this legislation, with the
additions, insertions, deletions and
changes, if any, prescribed in Section 3
of this ordinance.
Section 3. Section 14-1J-2 of the City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances will read as fol-
lows:
Section 14-1J-2: INTERNATIONAL
PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE
AMENDMENTS:
The following additions, deletions, modifi-
cations, or amendments of the Internation-
al Property Maintenance Code, 2015 edi-
tion, adopted in Section 14-1J-1 of this ar-
ticle to read as follows:
Section 101.1. Insert: City of Dubuque
Section 103.5. Fees. Amended to read:
103.5. Fees. The fees for activities and
services performed by the Housing and
Community Development Department
and Building Services Department will be
established by resolution of the City
Council.
Section 104.2. Inspections. Amended to
read:
104.2. Inspections.
A. The code official shall make all of the
required inspections, or shall accept
reports of inspection by approved
agencies or individuals. Reports of
such inspections shall be in writing
and be certified by a responsible of-
ficer of such approved agency or by
the responsible individual. The code
official is authorized to engage such
expert opinion as deemed necessary
to report upon unusual technical is-
sues that arise, subject to the ap-
proval of the appointing authority.
B. Required inspections:
1. When requested and approved by
the property owner, manager, li-
censed real estate professional,
or occupant; or
2. When the city manager has reason
to believe there is a violation of
the Property Maintenance Code;
or
3. When, upon inspection, a violation
of the Property Maintenance
Code is found, and notice and or-
der to correct is given, the prem-
ises is subject to re-inspection to
determine if the required correc-
tions have been made; or
4. When the premises is located in
any area designated by the city
for comprehensive block en-
forcement of the Property Mainte-
nance Code; or
5. Presale and/or mortgage inspec-
tion: Whenever a person requests
presale, pre-loan or other housing
inspection; or
6. Licensed rental units:
a. All rental units are subject to
regular inspection and follow
up re-inspection as necessary.
b. Not less than seven (7) calen-
dar days prior to a scheduled
inspection, the city will by reg-
ular mail to the license holder
and any known tenants notice
of the date and time of a
scheduled inspection. If the li-
cense holder or an authorized
representative of the license
holder is not present at the
time of the scheduled inspec-
tion and the inspector is una-
ble to obtain entry to the rental
unit, a second inspection will
be scheduled.
(1) The license holder may
cancel a scheduled in-
spection once without
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payment of a rescheduling
fee, provided the city
manager or the city man-
ager's designee is notified
of the cancellation not less
than two (2) business days
prior to the scheduled in-
spection.
Section 106.2. Notice of violation. Amend-
ed to read:
106.2. Notice of violation. The code offi-
cial shall serve a notice of violation or or-
der in accordance with Section 107. This
section does not impose a duty to initially
charge all municipal infractions upon
simple notice of violation.
Section 111.1. Application for appeal.
Amended to read as follows:
111.1. Application for appeal.
A. Any person directly affected by a
decision of the code official or a no-
tice or order issued under this code
shall have the right to appeal to the
applicable board of appeals, pro-
vided a written application for ap-
peal is filed within 20 days after the
day the decision, notice or order
was served. An application for ap-
peal shall be based on a claim that
the true intent of this code or the
rules legally adopted thereunder
have been incorrectly interpreted,
the provisions of this code do not
fully apply, or the requirements of
this code are adequately satisfied
by other means.
B. There will be two boards for hearing
appeals on matters covered by the
Property Maintenance Code.
1. The Housing Board of Appeals
will hear appeals related to mat-
ters under the purview of the
Housing & Community Devel-
opment Department, including
but not limited to residential
property and rental housing.
The Housing Board of Appeals
will use the Property Mainte-
nance Code provisions for the
handling of appeals.
2. The Building Code Advisory and
Appeal Board will hear appeals
related to matters under the
purview of the Building Services
Department including, but not
limited to residential, multi-
residential, commercial, and in-
dustrial property. The Building
Code Advisory and Appeal
Board will use the provisions of
14-1A-6 for the handling of ap-
peals.
Section 111.2. Membership of board.
Amended to read as follows:
111.2. Membership of board.
A. The Housing Board of Appeal will be
comprised of five (5) residents of
the city appointed by the City
Council for terms of three (3) years
or until such member’s successor is
appointed and qualified. Vacancies
must be filled in the same manner
as original appointments. Reasona-
ble efforts should be made to obtain
representation of both tenants and
landlords.
B. The Building Code Advisory and Ap-
peal Board membership will be in
accordance with 14-1A-6 of the City
of Dubuque Code of Ordinances.
Section 111.2.1. Alternate members. De-
leted.
Section 111.2.5. Compensation of mem-
bers. Deleted.
Section 111.3. Notice of meeting. Amend-
ed to read:
111.3. Notice of meeting. The board
shall meet upon notice from the chair-
man, within sixty (60) days of the filing
of an appeal, or at stated periodic
meetings.
Section 111.4. Open hearing. Amended to
read:
111.4. Open hearing.
A. Hearings before the board shall be
open to the public and in compli-
ance with the provisions of the Iowa
open meetings law.
B. The appellant, the appellant’s repre-
sentative, the code official and any
person whose interests are affected
shall be given an opportunity to be
heard.
Section 111.4.1. Procedure. Amended to
read:
111.4.1. Procedure.
A. The board shall adopt and make
available to the public through the
secretary procedures under which a
hearing will be conducted. The pro-
cedures shall not require compli-
ance with strict rules of evidence,
but shall mandate that only relevant
information be received.
B. A quorum shall consist of a minimum
of two-thirds of the board member-
ship.
C. Members of the board shall attend at
least two-thirds (2/3) of all regularly
scheduled and held meetings within
a twelve (12) month period. If any
member does not attend such pre-
scribed number of meetings, it shall
constitute grounds for the board to
recommend to the city council that
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the member be replaced. The at-
tendance of all members shall be
entered upon the minutes of all
meetings.
D. The city manager shall file with the
city clerk a copy of the minutes of
each meeting of the board within
ten (10) working days after each
such meeting.
E. All administrative, personnel, ac-
counting, budgetary and procure-
ment policies of the city shall gov-
ern the housing board of appeals in
its operations.
F. Removal: Except as provided in
subsection 4 of this section, the city
council may remove any member
for good cause
Section 111.5. Postponed hearing.
Amended to read:
111.5. Postponed hearing. Either the
city or the appellant may request a
postponement of a hearing subject to
the approval of the code official. In no
event may a postponement exceed
ninety (90) days beyond the date of the
appeal.
Section 111.6. Board Decision. Amended
to read:
111.6. Board Decision. The board may,
by majority vote, affirm, modify or re-
verse the decision of the code official.
A. Modification of deadline. The Hous-
ing Board of Appeals may not ap-
prove an extension of a deadline
which exceeds nine (9) months
from the date of the notice of viola-
tion. Conditions under which a
deadline will be extended must be
in writing and on file in the Housing
& Community Development De-
partment.
B. Modification to allow variance: Con-
ditions under which a variance will
be granted must be in writing and
on file in the Housing & Community
Development Department.
Section 111.8. Stays of Enforcement. De-
leted.
Section 112.4. Failure to comply. Amended
to read:
112.4. Failure to comply. Any person
who shall continue any work after hav-
ing been served with a stop work order,
except such work as that person is di-
rected to perform to remove a violation
or unsafe condition, shall be liable in
accordance with Section 1-4-2 of the
City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances.
Section 202. Definitions. Amended to add
definitions for Elevated Blood Level and Lead
Based Pain and modify the definition of habit-
able space:
ELEVATED BLOOD LEVEL: A con-
firmed concentration of lead in
whole blood of 20 .g/dl (micrograms
of lead per deciliter of whole blood)
or greater for a single test; or of 15-
19 .g/dl in two (2) consecutive tests
three (3) to four (4) months apart.
HABITABLE SPACE: Space in a struc-
ture for living, sleeping, or eating.
Bathrooms, toilet rooms, closets,
halls, storage or utility spaces, and
similar areas are not considered
habitable spaces.
LEAD BASED PAINT: A paint surface,
whether or not defective, identified
as having a lead content greater
than or equal to one mg/cm2 (milli-
grams per centimeter squared) as
identified by X-ray fluorescence an-
alyzer; or five tenths percent (0.5%)
by weight; or five thousand (5,000)
parts per million (ppm).
Section 302.3. Sidewalks and driveways.
Amended to read:
302.3. Sidewalks and driveways. Side-
walks, walkways, stairs, driveways,
parking spaces and similar areas shall
be maintained in accordance with Title
10, Chapter 1 of the City of Dubuque
Code of Ordinances and the City of
Dubuque’s standards for defective
sidewalks.
Section 302.4. Weeds. Amended to read:
302.4. Weeds. Premises and exterior
property shall be maintained in accord-
ance with Section 6-8-2 of the City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances.
Exception: Pursuant to Iowa Code
§562A.15 a landlord may enter into a lease
agreement, in certain circumstances, with a
tenant for maintenance in which case a tenant
will be responsible for complying with Section
6-8-2. City will provide a lease addendum doc-
umenting the agreement for use by landlords.
If a landlord prefers to use a different form,
upon request of the City a landlord must pro-
vide a copy of the written lease agreement to
the code official.
Section 302.8. Motor vehicles. Amended to
read:
302.8. Motor vehicles. See Sections
16-7-1-3 and 16-14-5 of the City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances.
Section 304.2. Protective treatment.
Amended to read:
304.2. Protective treatment. Exterior
surfaces, including but not limited to,
doors, door and window frames, cor-
nices, porches, trim, balconies, decks
and fences, shall be maintained in
good condition. Exterior wood surfaces,
other than decay-resistant woods, shall
be protected from the elements and
Book 146 Special Session, April 18, 2016 115
decay by painting or other protective
covering or treatment. Peeling, flaking
and chipped paint shall be eliminated
and surfaces repainted. Siding and
masonry joints, as well as those be-
tween the building envelope and the
perimeter of windows, doors and sky-
lights, shall be maintained weather re-
sistant and water tight. Metal surfaces
subject to rust or corrosion shall be
coated to inhibit such rust and corro-
sion. Oxidation stains and rust shall be
removed from exterior surfaces when
oxidation stains or rust compromises
the function of the building component
to perform as designed. Surfaces de-
signed for stabilization by oxidation are
exempt from this requirement.
Section 304.3. Address Identification.
Amended to add:
Exception: The Fire Official may approve
nonconforming address identification.
Section 304.14. Insect screens. Insert: May
1 to November 1.
Section 304.18.1. Doors. Amended to
read:
304.18.1. Doors. Doors providing ac-
cess to a dwelling unit, rooming unit or
housekeeping unit that is rented,
leased or let shall be equipped with a
lock designed to be readily openable
from the side from which egress is to
be made without the need for keys,
special knowledge or effort. Such locks
shall be installed according to the man-
ufacturer’s specifications and main-
tained in good working order.
Section 305.3. Interior surfaces. Amended
to read:
305.3. Interior surfaces.
A. Interior surfaces, including windows
and doors, shall be maintained in
good, clean and sanitary condition.
Peeling, chipping, loose, flaking or
abraded paint shall be repaired,
removed or covered. Cracked or
loose plaster, decayed wood and
other defective surface conditions
shall be corrected.
B. All residential properties receiving
federal assistance must be in com-
pliance with the Lead Safe Housing
Rule at 24 CFR 35 and the Lead
Based Paint Poisoning Prevention
Act at 42 USC 4822. The owner of
federally assisted units must pro-
vide certification that the dwelling is
in accordance with said regulations.
If the federally assisted unit was
constructed prior to 1978, upon oc-
cupancy a notice must be provided
which outlines the lead based paint
regulations, the hazards of lead
based paint poisoning, the symp-
toms and treatment of lead poison-
ing, and the precautions to be taken
against lead poisoning.
C. All residential property must comply
with the Residential Lead-Based
Paint Hazard Reduction Act of
1992, requiring the disclosure of
known information on lead-based
paint and lead-based paint hazards
before the sale or lease of certain
housing built before 1978.
Section 308.2.1. Rubbish storage facilities.
Amended to add:
Exception: Pursuant to Iowa Code
§562A.15 a landlord may enter into a lease
agreement, in certain circumstances, with a
tenant for maintenance in which case a tenant
will be responsible for compliance with this
provision. City will provide a lease addendum
documenting the agreement for use by land-
lords. If a landlord prefers to use a different
form, upon request of the City a landlord must
provide a copy of the written lease agreement
to the code official.
Section 404.4.2. Deleted.
Section 404.4.3. Water closet accessibility.
Amended to read as follows:
404.4.3. Water closet accessibility.
Every bedroom in a dwelling unit shall
have access to not less than one water
closet and lavatory located in the same
story as the bedroom or an adjacent
story.
Section 602.3. Heat Supply. Insert: Sep-
tember 15 to May 15
Section 602.4. Occupiable work spaces.
Insert: September 15 to May 15
Section 602.5. Room temperature meas-
urement. Amended to read:
602.5. Room temperature measure-
ment. The required room temperatures
shall be measured three (3) feet above
the floor, at the inside wall.
Section 605.2. Receptacles. Amended to
add:
Exception: In lieu of every habitable space
in a dwelling containing two separate and re-
mote receptacle outlets, one receptacle and a
separate permanently installed light fixture is
allowable.
Appendix A: Deleted.
Section 4. 14-1J-3 of the City of Dubuque
Code of Ordinances will read:
14-1J-3: RENTAL LICENSES
A. Rental License Required: No proper-
ty owner, manager, or licensed real
estate professional may let to an-
other for rent and/or occupancy any
dwelling, dwelling unit, housekeep-
ing unit, rooming house, rooming
unit, or sleeping unit, as defined by
the Property Maintenance Code
Book 146 Regular Session April 4, 2016 116
and hereinafter cumulatively re-
ferred to as “rental unit” in the city
unless such person holds a current
rental license issued by the city
manager in the name of the proper-
ty owner, manager, or licensed real
estate professional for the specific
rental unit.
B. Application Requirements: Comple-
tion of a rental license application
must be made by the property own-
er, manager, or licensed real estate
professional and must including, but
not limited to the following infor-
mation:
1. Address of the rental unit(s), in-
cluding correct unit identifica-
tions
2. Number and type of rental units
in the structure
3. Owner’s Name and contact in-
formation, including
a. Mailing address
b. Telephone number during
normal business hours
c. Telephone number in the
event of an emergency
d. Email address, if available
4. If the property owner has re-
tained a property manager the
property owner must provide the
following information:
a. Property manager’s name
b. Property manager’s mailing
address
c. Property manager’s tele-
phone number during nor-
mal business hours
d. Property manager’s tele-
phone number in the event
of an emergency
e. Property manager’s email
address, if applicable
f. A statement that the property
manager or real estate pro-
fessional has the same au-
thority and responsibility as
the property owner for main-
taining the rental unit(s).
5. The property owner, manager, or
licensed real estate professional
must designate a responsible
agent to represent the property
owner, manager, or licensed re-
al estate professional whenever
the property owner, manager, or
licensed real estate professional
is not available for maintenance
of the dwelling for which a li-
cense is sought. The agent
must have the same authority
and responsibility as the proper-
ty owner for maintaining the
rental unit(s).
C. Duty to report changes. The proper-
ty owner or registered manager or
real estate professional is responsi-
ble to inform the City of any subse-
quent changes to any information
on the rental license application
which has changed at the time of
such changes, any at any time
changes occur after the initial regis-
tration.
D. Rental License Fees: The City
Council, by resolution, establishes a
fee schedule to defray the costs of
inspections, enforcement, and ad-
ministration of the provisions of this
code.
E. Rental license term.
1. Rental licenses will be issued for
a term of one year. A rental li-
cense issued during the course
of the year will be put on the
standard cycle for rental license
expiration which may result in a
prorated rental license term of
less than one year.
2. If a property owner, manager, or
licensed real estate professional
is designated a priority category
under section 14-1J-4 of this
chapter, the city manager may
reduce the term of the rental li-
cense from an annual license to
a quarterly license until such
time as the priority category has
gone twelve (12) consecutive
months without a violation which
would qualify the individual for
priority category status.
F. Annual license renewal.
1. Rental licenses must be renewed
annually, upon notice issued by
the city manager to the property
owner or registered manager or
licensed real estate professional
holding the rental license(s).
2. Application for renewal of a rental
license may be made within six-
ty (60) days prior to the expira-
tion of an existing rental license.
3. Application for renewal of rental
licenses will be sent at the be-
ginning of each calendar year
and must be remitted within six-
ty (60) days.
G. Renewal fees due. Renewal fees
will be invoiced at the beginning of
each calendar year and must be
remitted within sixty (60) days. Fail-
ure to pay required fees is a viola-
tion of this code and may result in
monetary penalties, license sus-
Book 146 Special Session, April 18, 2016 117
pension, license revocation, issu-
ance of a notice to vacate to ten-
ants, and/or issuance of municipal
infractions.
H. Rental license not transferable.
Rental licenses are not transferable
from one property to another. Rent-
al licenses are not transferrable
from one owner to another in the
event of property sale. It is the re-
sponsibility of the property owner,
manager, or licensed real estate
professional holding a rental license
to provide the city manager written
notice, within five (5) working days,
of transferring or otherwise dispos-
ing of ownership or control of the
property. The notice must include
the available information on the
buyer. It is the responsibility of the
property buyer to license the prop-
erty in his/her name or company
name.
I. Conditions of rental licenses: The city
manager is hereby authorized to is-
sue and renew a rental licenses in
the name of the applicant property
owner, manager, or licensed real
estate professional, provided the
following criteria are met:
1. Property Maintenance Code
Warranty. The rental unit is war-
ranted by the property owner,
manager, or licensed real estate
professional to substantially
comply with the Property
Maintenance Code.
2. Fees. All fees required pursuant
to the issuance of a rental li-
cense are paid in full to the city.
3. Successful Rental Property Man-
agement Class:
a. The property owner or man-
ager has completed the
Successful Rental Property
Management class (the Pro-
gram) or a program of con-
tinuing education approved
by the city manager.
b. Until such time as the proper-
ty owner or manager has
completed the program or
an equivalent program of
continuing education ap-
proved by the city manager,
only a temporary rental li-
cense may be issued.
c. A property owner or manager
who has completed the pro-
gram since 2000 according
to the city's records, or who
can provide other proof of
completion, will be exempt-
ed from this requirement.
d. Licensed real estate profes-
sionals are exempted from
the crime free multi-housing
program attendance re-
quirement.
e. The city manager may waive
the Program requirement
upon the submission of a
written request by a property
owner, manager, or licensed
real estate professional and
after finding that:
(1) The property is properly
licensed by the city of
Dubuque;
(2) The property has no his-
tory of priority category
designation or any
founded code violations
within the previous
twelve (12) months; and
(3) A waiver will not provide
the property owner with
an unfair advantage in a
competitive real estate
market.
4. Criminal Background Checks:
a. The property owner, manag-
er, or licensed real estate
professional agrees to con-
duct background checks for
all prospective tenants
whose tenancy commences
on or after July 1, 2011. A
background check may be
performed using the city's
free background check ser-
vice or by another back-
ground check service ap-
proved by the city manager.
b. The city manager may waive
the criminal background
check requirement upon the
submission of a written re-
quest by a property owner,
manager, or licensed real
estate professional and after
a finding that:
(1) The property is properly
licensed by the city of
Dubuque;
(2) The property has no his-
tory of priority category
designation or any
founded code violations
within the previous
twelve (12) months; and
(3) A waiver will not create a
danger to nearby resi-
dents.
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J. Suspension and Revocation of rental
license.
1. The city manager may, for good
cause, suspend or revoke a
rental license for a rental unit,
and in the case of a multi-family
dwelling, suspend the license as
to one or more rental units for a
period not to exceed one year
for any of the following:
a. Conviction or judgment of the
licensee for violation of any
provision of the Property
Maintenance Code;
b. Misrepresentation by the li-
censee of any material fact
in the application for a rental
license;
c. Refusal by the licensee to
permit inspection of the li-
censed rental unit(s) by au-
thorized city personnel;
d. Nonpayment of the fee for re-
newal of the rental license;
e. Failure to attend the Success-
ful Rental Property Man-
agement class; or
f. Failure to perform a required
criminal background check
on an applicant for tenancy
after July 1, 2011.
g. Failure of a priority category
to comply with an inspection
schedule or pay inspection
fees. Tenants will be relo-
cated from the rental unit at
the priority category's ex-
pense.
2. Prior to any suspension or revo-
cation under this subsection, the
city manager must give notice in
writing to the property owner,
manager, or licensed real estate
professional and provide for an
opportunity to appeal.
3. During the period of revocation or
suspension, a unit for which the
rental license was suspended or
revoked may not be relicensed.
4. The city manager shall cause to
be issued to the licensee a no-
tice that the license is suspend-
ed or revoked, setting forth the
reason(s) therefor. The notice
shall be sent by certified United
States mail to the licensee at
the address on file with the city
manager.
5. Appeal. The licensee may appeal
the decision of the city manager
to the housing code appeals
board. An appeal must be filed,
in writing, within twenty (20)
days from the date of the notice
of suspension or revocation.
6. Upon suspension or revocation
the city manager must give writ-
ten notice of the suspension or
revocation of the license to each
tenant, requiring the tenant to
vacate the premises within a
time frame determined by the
city manager. Any tenant who
fails to vacate the premises after
such time shall be subject to
penalties under Title 1, Chapter
4 of the city code.
K. Relationship of rental license to oth-
er codes: The issuance of a rental
license for a rental unit does not in
any way signify or imply the rental
unit conforms with Iowa law or the
city code, nor does the issuance of
a license relieve the property own-
er, manager, or licensed real estate
professional of the responsibility for
compliance with applicable Iowa
law and the city code.
Section 5. Section 14-1J-4 of the City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances will read:
14-1J-4: PRIORITY CATEGORY:
A. Priority Category Designated: The
city manager may designate a
property owner, manager, or li-
censed real estate professional a
priority category for purposes of the
housing code if three (3) times with-
in a period of twelve (12) consecu-
tive months the property owner,
manager, or licensed real estate
professional:
1. Has a rental license suspended;
2. Has a rental license revoked;
3. Is noncompliant with housing
code orders in excess of ninety
(90) days without either an ex-
tension of time or variance from
the housing code appeals board
or good faith progress as de-
termined by the city manager;
4. Fails to perform a mandated
criminal background check on a
tenant; or
5. Receives a citation for a housing
code violation.
B. Notice Of Priority Category Status:
Whenever the city manager desig-
nates a property owner, manager,
or licensed real estate professional
to be a priority category under sub-
section A of this section, the city
manager must give notice of the
designation to the property owner,
manager, or licensed real estate
professional responsible. Each no-
tice must:
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1. Be in writing;
2. Include a listing of the basis for
designating the property owner,
manager, or licensed real estate
professional a priority category;
3. Be served upon the property
owner, manager, or licensed re-
al estate professional by deliver-
ing the same at the property
owner, manager, or licensed re-
al estate professional's resi-
dence, office, or place of busi-
ness in person or by mailing by
certified mail or regular mail to
such address. All such mail
must bear indicia requesting re-
turn to sender or forwarding ad-
dress if not deliverable as ad-
dressed; and
4. Contain a statement that:
a. The property owner, manag-
er, or licensed real estate
professional may appeal
from the notice of the city
manager to the housing
code appeals board;
b. An appeal must be made in
writing and filed with the city
manager within twenty (20)
days from the date of ser-
vice of the designation no-
tice; and
c. A failure to appeal will consti-
tute a waiver of all rights to
an appeal.
5. This section may not be inter-
preted to prevent the enforce-
ment and imposition of fines and
penalties for housing code viola-
tions.
Section 6. Section 14-1J-5 of the City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances will read:
14-1J-5: PROCEDURE FOR HEARING
APPEAL OF PRIORITY CATEGORY STA-
TUS:
A. Notice Of Appeal: A property owner,
manager, or licensed real estate
professional designated a priority
category by the city manager under
section 14-1J-4 of this chapter may
appeal to the housing code appeals
board for a reconsideration of such
status. An appeal must be filed in
writing within twenty (20) days of
the notice of designation as a priori-
ty category. The notice of appeal
must include the following:
1. Name and address of the appel-
lant;
2. A brief statement in ordinary and
concise language of any materi-
al facts claimed to support the
contentions of the appellant;
3. A brief statement in ordinary and
concise language of the relief
sought, and the reasons why it
is claimed the order appealed
from should be reversed; and
4. The signature of the appellant
and the appellant's mailing ad-
dress.
B. Appeal Filing Fee: At the time of fil-
ing the notice of appeal, the appel-
lant must pay therewith a filing fee
in an amount set by the city man-
ager. If the board reverses the des-
ignation, the fee will be fully refund-
ed.
C. Notice Of Hearing: Upon receipt of a
notice of appeal filed pursuant to
this section, the chairperson of the
board must fix a date, time, and
place for hearing the appeal, within
sixty (60) days from the date the
appeal, unless agreed upon by the
appellant and city. Written notice of
the time and place of the hearing
must be given at least ten (10) days
prior to the date of the hearing to
the appellant either by causing a
copy of such notice to be personally
delivered to the appellant or by
mailing a copy thereof to the appel-
lant's address shown on the notice
of appeal.
D. Waiver: The failure to file a notice of
appeal in accordance with this sec-
tion constitutes a waiver of the ap-
peal.
E. Appeals Process: The Housing
Board of Appeals shall adopt and
make available to the public
through the secretary procedures
under which a hearing will be con-
ducted. The procedures shall not
require compliance with strict rules
of evidence, but shall mandate that
only relevant information be re-
ceived.
F. Appeals Board Action: Following the
hearing, the housing code appeals
board may, by a majority vote, af-
firm the designation or reverse the
designation.
Section 7. Section 14-1J-6 of the City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances will read as fol-
lows:
14-1J-6: INSPECTION OF PROPERTIES
OWNED BY PRIORITY CATEGORY:
The city manager or the city manager's de-
signee may order the inspection of any or all
properties owned or managed by a priority
category. The fee for such inspection will be as
set by the city manager. The properties may
be put on an accelerated inspection schedule
by the city manager or the city manager's de-
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signee. If a priority category fails to comply
with an inspection schedule or pay any inspec-
tion fee, the rental license may be suspended
or revoked and the tenants relocated from the
unit at the priority category's expense.
Section 8. That if any section, subsection,
sentence, clause or phrase of this legislation
is, for any reason, held to be unconstitutional,
such decision shall not affect the validity of the
remaining portions of this ordinance. The City
of Dubuque hereby declares that it would have
passed this law, and each section, subsection,
clause or phrase thereof, irrespective of the
fact that any one or more sections, subsec-
tions, sentences, clauses and phrases be de-
clared unconstitutional.
Section 9. That nothing in this legislation or
in the Property Maintenance Code hereby
adopted shall be construed to affect any suit or
proceeding impending in any court, or any
rights acquired, or liability incurred, or any
cause or causes of action acquired or existing,
under any act or ordinance hereby repealed as
cited in Section 4 of this law; nor shall any just
or legal right or remedy of any character be
lost, impaired or affected by this legislation.
Section 10. That the City Clerk is hereby
ordered and directed to cause this legislation
to be published.
Section 11. That this law and the rules,
regulations, provisions, requirements, orders
and matters established and adopted hereby
shall take effect and be in full force and effect
on July 1, 2016.
Passed, approved, and adopted this 4th
day of April, 2016.
/s/Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: /s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Published officially in the Telegraph Herald
newspaper on the 8th day of April, 2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
2. Fiscal Year 16 Sewershed 5 Manhole
Project Award: City Manager recommending
award of the construction contract for the FY16
Sewershed 5 Sanitary Sewer Manhole Project
to the low bidder McDermott Excavating. Mo-
tion by Lynch to receive and file the docu-
ments and adopt Resolution No. 121-16
Awarding public improvement contract for the
FY16 Sewershed 5 Sanitary Sewer Manhole
Project. Seconded by Connors. Motion carried
7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 121-16
AWARDING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT CON-
TRACT FOR THE FY16 SEWERSHED 5
SANITARY SEWER MANHOLE PROJECT
Whereas, sealed proposals have been
submitted by contractors for the FY16 Sew-
ershed 5 Sanitary Sewer Manhole Project, (the
Project) pursuant to Resolution No. 65-16 and
Notice to Bidders published in a newspaper
published in the City of Dubuque, Iowa on the
11th day of March, 2016; and
Whereas, said sealed proposals were
opened and read on the 24th day of March,
2016 and it has been determined that McDer-
mott Excavating of Dubuque, Iowa with a bid in
the amount of $48,224.00 is the lowest re-
sponsive, responsible bidder for the Project.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
That a Public Improvement Contract for the
Project is hereby awarded to McDermott Ex-
cavating and the City Manager is hereby di-
rected to execute a Public Improvement Con-
tract on behalf of the City of Dubuque for the
Project.
Passed, approved and adopted this 4th day
of April, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
3. Placement of Public Input on City Coun-
cil Agenda: City Attorney and City Clerk sub-
mitting information for City Council discussion
about the placement of the Public Input section
on the City Council agenda. Motion by Con-
nors to receive and file the documents and
have discussion. Seconded by Resnick. Mayor
Buol asked that the discussion lead to final
wording of a motion. Discussion centered
around placing public input before or after oth-
er agenda categories; establishing a maximum
time for the entire section as well as a time
limit for individual comment; if comments
would be allowed on Action Agenda Items, all
items and/or items not on the evening’s agen-
da; consideration of Council Members’ and
citizens’ work schedules; and consider adjust-
ing the start time of regular sessions of the
Council to 6:00 p.m. Staff was asked to draft
two amendments that would allow Council to
discuss adjusting the meeting start time sepa-
rate from the public input item.
Restated motion by Connors for staff to
draft two amendments to the City of Dubuque
Code of Ordinances; One to place public input
at the podium after the Public Hearing section
of the Council agenda for input on Action
Agenda items or other non-agenda/City Coun-
cil business topics to exclude Consent and
Public Hearing items with a five-minute time
limit on individual comments for a combined
maximum of 30 minutes for all comments; and
a second amendment adjusting the start time
of the Council’s regular sessions to 6:00 p.m.
Seconded by Resnick. Motion carried 7-0.
4. Request for Work Session - Skills Gap
Report: City Manager recommending the City
Council schedule a work session for Monday,
May 2, 2016 at 5:30 p.m. for Greater Dubuque
Development Corporation President & CEO
Book 146 Special Session, April 18, 2016 121
Rick Dickinson to give a presentation on the
Skills Gap Report. Motion by Connors to re-
ceive and file the documents and set the work
session as recommended. Seconded by
Jones. Motion carried 7-0.
5. Request for Work Session - Bee Branch
Creek Restoration Project Walking Tour: City
Manager recommending the City Council
schedule a work session/walking tour of the
Bee Branch Creek Restoration Project for
Monday, May 9, 2016 beginning at 5:30 p.m.
at the parking lot at Garfield Avenue and Pine
Street. Motion by Connors to receive and file
the documents and set the work session as
recommended. Seconded by Del Toro. Council
was reminded that May 9 is not a regular
Council meeting night. Motion carried 7-0.
COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS
Mayor Buol reported on the Mississippi
River Cities and Towns Initiative White House
Water Summit he attended in Washington D.C.
March 7-10, 2016 noting topics around nation-
al and regional water issues.
PUBLIC INPUT
Larry Regan of A1 Taxi, Brett Hahlen of #1
Green Cab and Mark Lightcap of Starlight Taxi
expressed their concerns with UBER potential-
ly doing business in Dubuque and what they
perceived as possible disparities between the
local taxi companies and UBER citing driv-
er/company licensing, driver background
checks, insurance requirements, ridership
coverage and community connections. Mayor
Buol asked that the speakers provide infor-
mation to the City Clerk to be included with
information coming from staff for Council re-
view.
CLOSED SESSION
Mayor Buol stated for the record that the
attorney who will consult with the City Council
on the issues to be discussed in closed ses-
sion is Assistant City Attorney Crenna Brum-
well.
Motion by Jones to convene in closed ses-
sion at 7:35 p.m. to discuss pending litigation
and property acquisition pursuant to Chapter
21.5(1)(c), -(j) Code of Iowa. Seconded by
Resnick. Motion carried 7-0.
Upon motion the City Council reconvened
in open session at 7:45 p.m. stating that staff
had reported an update to City Council.
There being no further business, upon mo-
tion the City Council adjourned at 7:46 p.m.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, CMC, City Clerk
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
SPECIAL SESSION
OFFICIAL
The Dubuque City Council met in special
session at 5:15 p.m. on April 18, 2016 in the
Historic Federal Building, 350 W. 6th Street.
Present: Mayor Pro-Tem Jones (joined and
6:02 p.m.) Council Members Connors, Del
Toro, Jones, Lynch, Resnick, Rios; City Man-
ager Van Milligen, Assistant City Attorney
Brumwell (joined at 5:19 p.m.)
Absent: Mayor Buol
Council Member Resnick read the call and
stated this is a special session of the City
Council called for the purpose of conducting a
work session on Inclusive Dubuque.
ELECTION OF PRESIDING OFFICER
In the absence of Mayor Buol and Mayor
Pro-Tem Jones, Council Member Connors
motioned to elect At-Large Council Member
Resnick as Presiding Officer. Seconded by
Lynch. Motion carried 5-0.
WORK SESSION
Inclusive Dubuque Quarterly Report
Human Rights Director Kelly Larson
opened the work session with a statement that
referenced the resent cross burning incident.
Ms. Larson introduced Katrina Neely Farren-
Eller, Inclusive Dubuque Coordinator; Eric
Dregne, Vice President Strategic Initiatives
Community Foundation of Greater Dubuque;
Sharon Covey, Dubuque Community
Y/restorative strategies; Pauline Chilton, 4 the
People; Art Roche, Marshallese Health Pro-
ject; Matt Daughenbaugh, Mercy Medical Cen-
ter Safe Zone training and generational differ-
ences in the workplace; David Schmitz, Dubu-
que Museum of Art (not in attendance); Stacia
McDermott, Children of Abraham; Erin Van-
Laningham, Cultural Competency Honors Pro-
gram; Peter Smith, University of Dubuque stu-
dent recruitment who presented on the follow-
ing topics.
• Mission Statement: Inclusive Dubuque
is a local network of community lead-
ers from fail, labor, education and
government dedicated to advancing
justice and social equity in our com-
munity.
• Inclusive Dubuque Network Partners
• History of Inclusive Dubuque
Book 146 Regular Session April 18, 2016 122
• Purpose: Organizes people, identifies
opportunities, takes action to chal-
lenge and change social and econom-
ic structure
• Community Equity Profiles and Com-
munity Survey Participation/Summary:
economic wellbeing, housing, educa-
tion, health, safe neighborhoods,
transportation, arts/culture
o Equity Working Groups: purpose,
membership, data sources, pro-
cess; results and indicators
• The Network @ Work: Loras College
Honors Program; 4 the People; Chil-
dren of Abraham; Dubuque Marshall
Islands Health Project; City of Dubu-
que.
The City Council had discussion with the
presenters following the presentation.
There being no further business, upon mo-
tion the City Council adjourned at 6:29 p.m.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, CMC, City Clerk
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
REGULAR SESSION
OFFICIAL
The Dubuque City Council met in regular
session at 6:30 p.m. on April 18, 2016 in the
Historic Federal Building, 350 W. 6th Street.
Present: Mayor Buol (via phone), Mayor
Pro-Tem Jones; Council Members Connors,
Del Toro, Lynch, Resnick, Rios; City Manager
Van Milligen, Assistant City Attorney Brumwell
Mayor Pro-Tem Jones 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
PRESENTATION
Project Manager Steve Brown, Water &
Resource Recovery Center Manager William
O’Brien, and retired W&RRC Manager Jona-
than Brown presented the 2016 "Best in State"
Engineering Excellence Award from the Amer-
ican Council of Engineering Companies of
Wisconsin recognizing the Water & Resource
Recovery Center (W&RRC) Facility Upgrade
Project.
PROCLAMATION(S)
Days of Caring Weekend (April 22-23,
2016) was accepted by Jesse Ehrlich of the
Days of Caring Committee.
Money Smart Week (April 23-30, 2016)
was accepted by Amy Muchmore of the Car-
negie-Stout Public Library.
CONSENT ITEMS
Motion by Lynch to receive and file the
documents, adopt the resolutions, and dispose
of as indicated. Seconded by Resnick. Council
Member Connors requested Item Nos. 30 and
31 (Marquette Hall and Paragon Square Urban
Revitalization Withdrawal of Petitions) be held
for separate discussion. Motion carried 7-0.
1. Minutes and Reports Submitted: Upon
motion the documents were received and filed.
Cable TV Commission of 2/3; City Council
Proceedings of 4/4; Community Development
Advisory Commission of 3/16; Five Flags Civic
Center Advisory Commission of 3/28; Proof of
Publication for City Council Proceedings of
3/21; Proof of Publication for Delinquent Utility
Book 146 Regular Session, April 18, 2016 123
Collection Accounts of 4/1; Proof of Publication
for List of Claims and Summary of Revenues
for Month Ended 2/29. Upon motion the docu-
ments were received and filed.
2. Notice of Claims and Suits: Nathaniel
and Megan Darby for property damage; James
Sullivan/Nationwide Insurance for property
damage; Tiffany Welton for vehicle damage.
Upon motion the documents were received,
filed and referred to the City Attorney.
3. Disposition of Claims: City Attorney ad-
vising that the following claims have been re-
ferred to Public Entity Risk Services of Iowa,
the agent for the Iowa Communities Assurance
Pool: Nathaniel Darby for property damage;
James Sullivan for property damage; Tiffany
Welton for vehicle damage. Upon motion the
documents were received, filed and concurred.
4. Art on the River Selections: Arts and
Cultural Affairs Advisory Commission request-
ing City Council concurrence with the selection
of artwork for the 2016 Art on the River Exhibi-
tion. Upon motion the documents were re-
ceived, filed and concurred.
5. White House Water Summit: City Man-
ager transmitting a copy of the agenda that
includes Mayor Roy Buol from the White
House Water Summit held March 22, 2016 in
Washington D.C. Upon motion the document
was received and filed.
6. Authorization to Sign Purchase Con-
tracts/Offers to Buy: City Manager recom-
mending authorization for the Housing and
Community Development Department Director
to sign Purchase Contracts/Offers to Buy on
behalf of the City of Dubuque. Upon motion
the documents were received and filed and
Resolution No. 122-16 Authorizing the Hous-
ing and Community Development Director to
execute purchase contracts/offers to buy on
behalf of the City of Dubuque subject to final
approval by the City Council was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 122-16
AUTHORIZING THE HOUSING AND COM-
MUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR TO
EXECUTE PURCHASE CONTRACTS
/OFFERS TO BUY ON BEHALF OF THE
CITY OF DUBUQUE SUBJECT TO FINAL
APPROVAL BY THE CITY COUNCIL
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The Housing and Community
Development Director shall have the authority
to sign the following documents on behalf of
the City:
(a) Purchase Contracts
(b) Offers to Buy
All contracts/offers will be contingent on final
approval of the City Council. If City Council
does not approve the Purchase Contract or
Offer to Buy the agreement is null and void.
Section 2. The Department Director may
delegate the authority granted herein provided
such delegation is in writing.
Passed, approved and adopted this 18th
day of April, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
7. AECOM Technical Services, Inc. Sup-
plemental Agreement #16 for the Southwest
Arterial Project: City Manager recommending
approval for the City Manager to execute the
Consultant Professional Services – Supple-
mental Agreement with AECOM Technical
Services, Inc. to include the completion of
right-of-way property acquisition for the
Southwest Arterial Project, subject to the con-
currence of the Iowa Department of Transpor-
tation. Upon motion the documents were re-
ceived and filed and Resolution No. 123-16
Approving the Consultant Professional Ser-
vices - Supplemental Agreement No. 16 be-
tween AECOM Technical Services, Inc. and
the City of Dubuque for the completion of final
Engineering Design Phase of the Southwest
Arterial Project was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 123-16
APPROVING THE CONSULTANT PROFES-
SIONAL SERVICES -SUPPLEMENTAL
AGREEMENT NO. 16 BETWEEN AECOM
TECHNICAL SERVICES, INC. AND THE
CITY OF DUBUQUE FOR THE COMPLE-
TION OF FINAL ENGINEERING DESIGN
PHASE OF THE SOUTHWEST ARTERIAL
PROJECT
Whereas, the City of Dubuque is proceed-
ing with the Southwest Arterial Project, from
U.S. Highway 20 to U.S. Highway 61/151, in
Dubuque, Iowa; and
Whereas, as a result of Iowa DOT specifi-
cation modifications, the original scope of ser-
vices needs to be revised to reflect modifica-
tions to previously-completed design elements,
as well as new tasks which are required to
continue to advance the completion of the final
engineering design phase; and
Whereas, the Consultant Professional Ser-
vices - Supplemental Agreement authorizes
AECOM to provide the revised scope of ser-
vices to continue to advance the completion of
the final engineering design phase.
Book 146 Regular Session April 18, 2016 124
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That said Consultant Profes-
sional Services - Supplemental Agreement No.
16 between AECOM Technical Services, Inc.
and the City of Dubuque for the final engineer-
ing design phase of the Southwest Arterial
project is hereby approved, subject to the con-
currence of the Iowa Department of Transpor-
tation.
Section 2. That the City Manager be au-
thorized and directed to execute three copies
of said Consultant Professional Services -
Supplemental Agreement No. 16 with AECOM
Technical Services, Inc. for the final engineer-
ing design phase of the Southwest Arterial
project.
Passed, approved and adopted this 18th
day of April, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
8. 28E Agreement - Key West Drive Re-
construction Project: City Manager recom-
mending approval of a resolution to rescind
Resolution No 86-16 and authorize the Mayor
to executed a revised 28E Agreement for the
reconstruction of Key West Drive. Upon motion
the documents were received and filed and
Resolution No. 124-16 Rescinding Resolution
No. 86-16 and approving a 28E Agreement
between the City of Dubuque and Dubuque
County for the reconstruction of Key West
Drive was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 124-16
RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 86-16 AND
APPROVING A 28E FUNDING AGREEMENT
BETWEEN THE CITY OF DUBUQUE AND
DUBUQUE COUNTY FOR THE RECON-
STRUCTION OF KEY WEST DRIVE
Whereas, Dubuque County rejected the
28E Agreement pending further review and
revisions; and
Whereas, the City Council passed Resolu-
tion 86-16, dated March 14, 2016, approving
the 28E Agreement between the City of Dubu-
que and Dubuque County for the reconstruc-
tion of Key West Drive; and
Whereas, the 28E Agreement will be re-
vised and Resolution 86-16 should be rescind-
ed.
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS AGREED BY
AND BETWEEN THE PARTIES AS FOL-
LOWS:
Section 1. The City Council of the City of
Dubuque, Iowa hereby approves of, accepts
and consents to the revised 28E Agreement
between the City of Dubuque and Dubuque
County.
Section 2. Resolution 86-16 is hereby re-
scinded.
Section 3. The Mayor is hereby authorized
and directed to execute and acknowledge on
behalf of the City of Dubuque the revised 28E
Agreement.
Passed, adopted and approved this 18th
day of April, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
9. Southwest Arterial Property Acquisitions:
City Manager recommending approval of reso-
lutions accepting Grants of Easements and
Deeds from numerous property owners for the
purchase of property for the Southwest Arterial
Project. Upon motion the documents were
received and filed and Resolution No. 125-16
Accepting a Grant of Temporary Construction
Easement for the Southwest Arterial Project
from Alice R. Kelly;
Resolution No. 126-16 Accepting a Grant
of Temporary Construction Easement for the
Southwest Arterial Project From Madeline
Kotz; Resolution No. 127-16 Accepting a Grant
of Temporary Construction Easement for the
Southwest Arterial Project From Wesley A.
Siebe and Sandra S. Siebe; Resolution No.
128-16 Accepting a Grant of Temporary Con-
struction Easement for the Southwest Arterial
Project From Dutrac Community Credit Union;
Resolution No. 129-16 Accepting a Grant of
Temporary Construction Easement for the
Southwest Arterial Project From Isaac Hanna
LLC; Resolution No. 130-16 Accepting a Deed
for the Southwest Arterial Project From Isaac
Hanna L.L.C.; Resolution No. 131-16 Accept-
ing a Grant of Temporary Construction Ease-
ment for the Southwest Arterial Project From
Pioneers Rest Area LLLP; Resolution No. 132-
16 Accepting a Deed for the Southwest Arterial
Project From Leroy J. Bettcher and Jeanette
Bettcher; Resolution No. 133-16 Accepting a
Deed for the Southwest Arterial Project From
R & M Quality Investments, LLC; Resolution
No. 134-16 Accepting a Grant of Temporary
Construction Easement for the Southwest Ar-
terial Project from Leroy J. Bettcher and Jean-
ette Bettcher; and Resolution No. 135-16 Ac-
cepting a Deed for the Southwest Arterial Pro-
ject from Leroy J. Bettcher and Jeanette Bet-
tcher were adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 125-16
ACCEPTING A GRANT OF TEMPORARY
CONSTRUCTION EASEMENT FOR THE
SOUTHWEST ARTERIAL PROJECT FROM
ALICE R. KELLY
Whereas, the City of Dubuque entered into
an agreement for the purchase of an ease-
ment for the Southwest Arterial Project with
Alice R. Kelly for the property legally described
as:
Book 146 Regular Session, April 18, 2016 125
A parcel of land situated in part of Lot 2
of Lot 1 of Lot 1 of Lot 1 of the South-
west ¼ of the Southeast ¼ of Section
29, Township 89 North, Range 2 East
of the 5th P.M. City of Dubuque, Coun-
ty of Dubuque, State of Iowa as more
particularly shown on the Temporary
Easement exhibit attached hereto; and
Whereas, the terms of the agreement have
been satisfied.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA AS FOLLOWS:
1. The Grant of Temporary Construction
Easement attached hereto is hereby accepted.
2. The City Clerk is authorized and directed
to record this resolution and the Grant of
Easement with the Dubuque County Recorder.
Passed, approved and adopted this 18th
day of April, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
RESOLUTION NO. 126-16
ACCEPTING A GRANT OF TEMPORARY
CONSTRUCTION EASEMENT FOR THE
SOUTHWEST ARTERIAL PROJECT FROM
MADELINE KOTZ
Whereas, the City of Dubuque entered into
an agreement for the purchase of an ease-
ment for the Southwest Arterial Project with
Madeline Kotz for the property legally de-
scribed as:
A parcel of land situated in part of Lot 1
of Lot 2 of Lot 1 of Lot 1 of Lot 1 of Lot
1 of the Southwest ¼ of the Southeast
¼ of Section 29, Township 89 North,
Range 2 East of the 5th P.M., City of
Dubuque, County of Dubuque, State of
Iowa as more particularly shown on the
Temporary Easement exhibit attached
hereto; and
Whereas, the terms of the agreement have
been satisfied.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA AS FOLLOWS:
1. The Grant of Temporary Construction
Easement attached hereto is hereby accepted.
2. The City Clerk is authorized and directed
to record this resolution and the Grant of
Easement with the Dubuque County Recorder.
Passed, approved and adopted this 18th
day of April, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
RESOLUTION NO. 127-16
ACCEPTING A GRANT OF TEMPORARY
CONSTRUCTION EASEMENT FOR THE
SOUTHWEST ARTERIAL PROJECT FROM
WESLEY A. SIEBE AND SANDRA S. SIEBE
Whereas, the City of Dubuque entered into
an agreement for the purchase of an ease-
ment for the Southwest Arterial Project with
Wesley A. Siebe and Sandra S. Siebe for the
property legally described as:
A parcel of land situated in part of Lot 2
of Lot 1 of Lot 1 of Lot 1 of Lot 1 of Lot
1 of Lot 1 of the Southwest ¼ of the
Southeast ¼ of Section 29, Township
89 North, Range 2 East of the 5th P.M.
City of Dubuque, County of Dubuque,
State of Iowa, as more particularly
shown on the Temporary Easement
exhibit attached hereto; and
Whereas, the terms of the agreement have
been satisfied.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA AS FOLLOWS:
1. The Grant of Temporary Construction
Easement attached hereto is hereby accepted.
2. The City Clerk is authorized and directed
to record this resolution and the Grant of
Easement with the Dubuque County Recorder.
Passed, approved and adopted this 18th
day of April, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
RESOLUTION NO. 128-16
ACCEPTING A GRANT OF TEMPORARY
CONSTRUCTION EASEMENT FOR THE
SOUTHWEST ARTERIAL PROJECT FROM
DUTRAC COMMUNITY CREDIT UNION
Whereas, the City of Dubuque entered into
an agreement for the purchase of an ease-
ment for the Southwest Arterial Project with
DuTrac Community Credit Union for the prop-
erty legally described as:
A parcel of land situated in part of Lot 2
of Isaac Hanna Subdivision in the City
of Dubuque, County of Dubuque, State
of Iowa as more particularly shown on
the Temporary Easement exhibit at-
tached hereto; and
Whereas, the terms of the agreement have
been satisfied.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA AS FOLLOWS:
1. The Grant of Temporary Construction
Easement attached hereto is hereby accepted.
2. The City Clerk is authorized and directed
to record this resolution and the Grant of
Easement with the Dubuque County Recorder.
Passed, approved and adopted this 18th
day of April, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Book 146 Regular Session April 18, 2016 126
RESOLUTION NO. 129-16
ACCEPTING A GRANT OF TEMPORARY
CONSTRUCTION EASEMENT FOR THE
SOUTHWEST ARTERIAL PROJECT FROM
ISAAC HANNA LLC
Whereas, the City of Dubuque entered into
an agreement for the purchase of an ease-
ment for the Southwest Arterial Project with
Isaac Hanna LLC for the property legally de-
scribed as:
A parcel of land situated in part of Lot A
of Isaac Hanna Subdivision in the City
of Dubuque, County of Dubuque, State
of Iowa as shown on the Temporary
Easement exhibit attached hereto; and
Whereas, the terms of the agreement have
been satisfied.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA AS FOLLOWS:
1. The Grant of Temporary Construction
Easement attached hereto is hereby accepted.
2. The City Clerk is authorized and directed
to record this resolution and the Grant of
Easement with the Dubuque County Recorder.
Passed, approved and adopted this 18th
day of April, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
RESOLUTION NO. 130-16
ACCEPTING A DEED FOR THE SOUTH-
WEST ARTERIAL PROJECT FROM ISAAC
HANNA LLC
Whereas, the City of Dubuque entered into
an agreement for the purchase of real estate
for the Southwest Arterial Project with Isaac
Hanna LLC for the property legally described
as follows:
A parcel of land situated in part of Lot A
of Isaac Hanna Subdivision in the City
of Dubuque, County of Dubuque, State
of Iowa as shown on the Acquisition
Plat attached hereto; and
Whereas, the terms of the agreement have
been satisfied.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA AS FOLLOWS:
1. The deed attached hereto is hereby ac-
cepted.
2. The City Clerk is authorized and directed
to record this resolution and the deed with the
Dubuque County Recorder.
Passed, approved and adopted this 18th
day of April, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
RESOLUTION NO. 131-16
ACCEPTING A GRANT OF TEMPORARY
CONSTRUCTION EASEMENT FOR THE
SOUTHWEST ARTERIAL PROJECT FROM
PIONEERS REST AREA LLLP
Whereas, the City of Dubuque entered into
an agreement for the purchase of an ease-
ment for the Southwest Arterial Project with
Pioneers Rest Area LLLP for the property le-
gally described as:
A parcel of land situated in part of Lot 3
of Isaac Hanna Subdivision in the City of
Dubuque, County of Dubuque, State of
Iowa as more particularly shown on the
Temporary Easement exhibit attached
hereto; and
Whereas, the terms of the agreement have
been satisfied.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA AS FOLLOWS:
1. The Grant of Temporary Construction
Easement attached hereto is hereby accepted.
2. The City Clerk is authorized and directed
to record this resolution and the Grant of
Easement with the Dubuque County Recorder.
Passed, approved and adopted this 18th
day of April, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
RESOLUTION NO. 132-16
ACCEPTING A DEED FOR THE SOUTH-
WEST ARTERIAL PROJECT FROM LEROY
J. BETTCHER AND JEANETTE BETTCHER
Whereas, the City of Dubuque entered into
an agreement for the purchase of real estate
for the Southwest Arterial Project with Leroy J.
Bettcher and Jeanette Bettcher for the proper-
ty legally described as follows:
A parcel of land situated in part of Lot 2
of Lot 2 of Lot 1 of the Southeast ¼ of
the Southeast ¼ and part of Lot 2 of Lot
1 of Lot 2 of Lot 1 of the Southeast ¼ of
the Southeast ¼ all in Section 29, Town-
ship 89 North, Range 2 East of the 5th
P.M., City of Dubuque, County of Dubu-
que, State of Iowa as more particularly
shown on the Acquisition Plat exhibit at-
tached hereto; and
Whereas, the terms of the agreement have
been satisfied.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA AS FOLLOWS:
1. The deed attached hereto is hereby ac-
cepted.
2. The City Clerk is authorized and directed
to record this resolution and the deed with the
Dubuque County Recorder.
Book 146 Regular Session, April 18, 2016 127
Passed, approved and adopted this 18th
day of April, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
RESOLUTION NO. 133-16
ACCEPTING A DEED FOR THE SOUTH-
WEST ARTERIAL PROJECT FROM R & M
QUALITY INVESTMENTS, LLC
Whereas, the City of Dubuque entered into
an agreement for the purchase of real estate
for the Southwest Arterial Project with Leroy J.
Bettcher and Jeanette Bettcher for the proper-
ty legally described as:
A parcel of land situated in part of Lot 2
of Lot 2 of Lot 1 of the Southeast ¼ of
the Southeast ¼ and part of Lot 2 of
Lot 1 of Lot 2 of Lot 1 of the Southeast
¼ of the Southeast ¼ all of Section 29,
Township 89 North, Range 2 East of
the 5th P.M. City of Dubuque, County of
Dubuque, State of Iowa as more par-
ticularly shown on the Acquisition Plat
exhibit attached hereto; and
Whereas, R & M Quality Investments, LLC
is a tenant; and
Whereas, the City is required to obtain a
release of the Tenant’s rights; and
Whereas, R & M Quality Investments, LLC
has released its rights with the attached Quit
Claim Deed.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA AS FOLLOWS:
1. The Quit Claim Deed from R & M Quality
Investments, LLC attached hereto is hereby
accepted.
2. The City Clerk is authorized and directed
to record this resolution and the deed with the
Dubuque County Recorder.
Passed, approved and adopted this 18th
day of April, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
RESOLUTION NO. 134-16
ACCEPTING A GRANT OF TEMPORARY
CONSTRUCTION EASEMENT FOR THE
SOUTHWEST ARTERIAL PROJECT FROM
LEROY J. BETTCHER AND JEANETTE
BETTCHER
Whereas, the City of Dubuque entered into
an agreement for the purchase of an ease-
ment for the Southwest Arterial Project with
Leroy J. Bettcher and Jeanette Bettcher for the
property legally described as follows:
A parcel of land situated in part of Lot 2
of Lot 2 of the Southwest ¼ of the
Southeast ¼ and in part of Lot 2 of Lot
2 of Lot 1 of the Southeast ¼ of the
Southeast ¼ all in Section 29, Town-
ship 89 North, Range 2 East of the 5th
P.M., City of Dubuque, County of
Dubuque, State of Iowa as more par-
ticularly shown on the Temporary
Easement exhibit attached hereto; and
Whereas, the terms of the agreement have
been satisfied.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA AS FOLLOWS:
1. The Grant of Temporary Construction
Easement attached hereto is hereby accepted.
2. The City Clerk is authorized and directed
to record this resolution and the Grant of
Easement with the Dubuque County Recorder.
Passed, approved and adopted this 18th
day of April, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
RESOLUTION NO. 135-16
ACCEPTING A DEED FOR THE SOUTH-
WEST ARTERIAL PROJECT FROM LEROY
J. BETTCHER AND JEANETTE BETTCHER
Whereas, the City of Dubuque entered into
an agreement for the purchase of real estate
for the Southwest Arterial Project with Leroy J.
Bettcher and Jeanette Bettcher for the proper-
ty legally described as follows:
A parcel of land situated in part of Lot 2
of Lot 2 of the Southwest ¼ of the
Southeast ¼ of Section 29, Township
89 North, Range 2 East of the 5th P.M.,
City of Dubuque, County of Dubuque,
State of Iowa as more particularly
shown on the Acquisition Plat exhibit
attached hereto; and
Whereas, the terms of the agreement have
been satisfied.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA AS FOLLOWS:
1. The deed attached hereto is hereby ac-
cepted.
2. The City Clerk is authorized and directed
to record this resolution and the deed with the
Dubuque County Recorder.
Passed, approved and adopted this 18th
day of April, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
10. Purchase of Property - 2249 Harold
Street: City Manager recommending authoriza-
tion to acquire a property located at 2249 Har-
old Street from Beth A. Brown for rehabilitation
and sale to a qualified homebuyer. Upon mo-
tion the documents were received and filed
and Resolution No. 136-16 Approving the ac-
quisition of real estate owned by Beth A.
Brown at 2249 Harold Street in the City of
Dubuque was adopted.
Book 146 Regular Session April 18, 2016 128
RESOLUTION NO. 136-16
APPROVING THE ACQUISITION OF REAL
ESTATE OWNED BY BETH A BROWN AT
2249 HAROLD STREET IN THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE
Whereas, the City of Dubuque intends to
acquire certain real estate for the purpose of
rehabbing and reselling the property to income
qualified households; and
Whereas, a purchase agreement has been
finalized with the owner of the property sched-
uled for acquisition.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the City of Dubuque hereby
approves the acquisition of the following legal-
ly described property:
Lot 30 and the North 5 feet of Lot 33 in
J.P. Schroeder’s Addition in the City of
Dubuque, Iowa according to the rec-
orded plat thereof, at the cost of Seven-
ty-Nine Thousand Two Hundred Forty
Dollars ($79,240.00).
Section 2. That the City of Dubuque hereby
approves the acquisition of 2249 Harold Street
owned by Beth A. Brown at the cost of Seven-
ty-Nine Thousand Two Hundred Forty Dollars
($79,240.00).
Section 3. That the City of Dubuque be and
is hereby authorized to accept a Warranty
Deed from the owner, conveying the owner's
interest to the City of Dubuque, Iowa for the
herein described real estate.
Section 4. That the City Clerk be and is
hereby authorized and directed to cause said
Warranty Deed to be recorded in the office of
the Dubuque County Recorder, together with
certified copy of the Resolution.
Section 5. That the City Clerk be and is
hereby directed to forward a copy of this Reso-
lution to the Dubuque County Assessor and
the Dubuque County Auditor.
Passed, approved and adopted this 18th
day of April, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
11. Five Flags Civic Center - Fiscal Year
2017 Detailed Operating Budget: City Manager
recommending approval of the detailed Fiscal
Year 2017 Operating Budget for the Five Flags
Civic Center submitted by SMG. Upon motion
the documents were received, filed and ap-
proved.
12. Community Foundation of Greater
Dubuque - Iowa Reading Corps Agreement:
City Manager recommending approval of a
grant agreement with the Community Founda-
tion of Greater Dubuque for Summer Academy
2016 AmeriCorps programming and wrap
around care. Upon motion the documents
were received, filed and approved.
13. SRF Green Alley Project Bid Set 2 -
Year 2 Acceptance: City Manager recom-
mending acceptance of the SRF Green Alley –
Bid Set 2 Year 2 Project as completed by
Drew Cook and Sons Excavating, and further
recommends that the City Council adopt the
Final Schedule of Assessments. Upon motion
the documents were received and filed and
Resolution No. 137-16 Accepting the SRF
Green Alley Project - Bid Set 2 Year 2 and
authorizing the payment of the contract
amount to the contractor; and Resolution No.
138-16 Adopting the Final Assessment
Schedule for the SRF Green Alley Project - Bid
Set 2 Year 2 were adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 137-16
ACCEPTING THE SRF GREEN ALLEY
PROJECT - BID SET 2 YEAR 2 AND AU-
THORIZING THE PAYMENT OF THE CON-
TRACT AMOUNT TO THE CONTRACTOR
Whereas, the Public Improvement Contract
for the SRF Green Alley Project - Bid Set 2
Year 2 (the Project) has been completed and
the City Engineer has examined the work and
filed a certificate stating that the Project has
been completed according to the terms of the
Public Improvement Contract and that the City
Engineer recommends that the Project be ac-
cepted.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The recommendation of the City
Engineer is approved and the Project is hereby
accepted.
Section 2. The Finance Director is hereby
directed to pay to the Contractor from the SRF
Green Alley Project fund for the contract
amount of $838,960.44 less any retained per-
centage provided for therein as provided in
Iowa Code chapter 573, and to pay such re-
tainage only in accordance with the provisions
of Iowa Code chapter 573.
Passed, approved and adopted this 18th
day of April, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
CITY ENGINEER’S CERTIFICATE OF FINAL
COMPLETION OF THE SRF GREEN ALLEY
PROJECT - BID SET 2 YEAR 2
The undersigned City Engineer of the City
of Dubuque, Iowa hereby certifies that he has
inspected the SRF Green Alley Project - Bid
Set 2 Year 2, that the Project has been per-
formed in compliance with the terms of the
Public Improvement Contract, and that the
Book 146 Regular Session, April 18, 2016 129
total cost of the completed work is
$1,099,720.09.
Dated this 14th day of April, 2016.
/s/Gus Psihoyos, City Engineer
Filed in the office of the City Clerk on the 14th
day of April, 2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
RESOLUTION NO. 138-16
ADOPTING THE FINAL ASSESSMENT
SCHEDULE FOR THE SRF GREEN ALLEY
PROJECT - BID SET 2 YEAR 2
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
After full consideration, the Final Schedule
of Assessments as shown on the attached
sheet(s), Page 1 to Page 3 inclusive, is hereby
approved for the SRF Green Alley Project - Bid
Set 2 Year 2.
There is hereby assessed and levied as a
special tax against and upon each of the bene-
fited properties, the respective sums indicated.
The amounts shown in said Final Schedule of
Assessments as deficiencies are found to be
proper and levied conditionally against the
respective properties benefited by the im-
provements as shown in the Final Schedule of
Assessments, subject to the provisions of Iowa
Code § 384.63. Said assessments against
said lots are hereby declared to be in propor-
tion to the special benefits conferred and not in
excess of twenty-five percent of the value of
same.
The City Clerk be and is hereby directed to
certify the Final Schedule of Assessments to
the County Treasurer of Dubuque County,
Iowa and to publish notice of said certification
once each week for two consecutive weeks in
the manner provided in Iowa Code § 362.3,
the first publication of which shall be not more
than fifteen days from the date of filing of the
Final Schedule of Assessments. On or before
the date of the second publication of the no-
tice, the City Clerk shall also mail a copy of
said notice to property owners whose property
is subject to assessment, as provided in Iowa
Code § 384.60.
The assessments may be paid in full or in
part without interest at the office of the City
Treasurer, City Hall, 50 W. 13th Street, Dubu-
que, Iowa at any time within 30 days after the
date of the first notice of the Final Schedule of
Assessments. Thereafter, unpaid assessments
of $500.00 or more are payable in 15 annual
installments at the County Treasurer’s Office,
Dubuque County Courthouse, 720 Central
Avenue, Dubuque, Iowa and will draw annual
interest at three percent (3%) computed to
December 1 next following the due dates of
the respective installments as provided in Sec-
tion 384.65 of the Code of Iowa. Each install-
ment will be delinquent from October 1 follow-
ing its due date on July 1 of each year. How-
ever, when the last day of September is a Sat-
urday or Sunday, that amount shall be delin-
quent from the second business day of Octo-
ber. Delinquent installments will draw the
same delinquent interest as ordinary taxes.
Property owners may elect to pay any annual
installments semi-annually in advance.
Passed, approved and adopted this 18th
day of April, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
SRF GREEN ALLEY PROJECT BID SET 2 –
YEAR 2 FINAL SCHEDULE OF VALUATION
AND PROPOSED ASSESSMENTS DATE:
APRIL 22. 2016
The following schedule is hereby determined
to show each lot proposed to be assessed for
the improvement shown in the title together
with the amount proposed to be assessed
against each lot and the valuations shown
opposite each lot are hereby fixed as the true
valuations of such lots by the City Council of
the City of Dubuque.
PARCEL NUMBER; PROPERTY OWNER
NAME; LOT DESCRIPTION; STREET AD-
DRESS; NET ASSESSED VALUATION; VAL-
UATION WITH IMPROVEMENT; NET PAV-
ING IMPROVEMENT COST; PUBLIC IM-
PROVEMENTS ASSESSMENT
LORAS BOULEVARD TO FILLMORE
STREET BETWEEN NORTH GRANDVIEW
AVENUE AND ADAIR STREET
1023464001; Kimberly Cruciani; Lot 55 Wood-
lawn Park Add; 1498 N Grandview Ave;
$79,840.00; $80,839.02; $999.02; $999.02
1023464002; Jack, Thomas B & Joanne G; Lot
54 Woodlawn Park Add; 1490 N
Grandview Ave; $104,600.00;
$105,599.02; $999.02; $999.02
1023464003; Glew, Steven J; Lot 53 Wood-
lawn Park Add; 1450 N Grandview Ave;
$106,390.00; $107,389.02; $999.02;
$999.02
1023464004; Smith, Robert W & Janice K; N
1/2 of Lots 51 & 52 Woodlawn Park Add;
1430 N Grandview Ave; $96,300.00;
$97,299.02; $999.02; $999.02
1023464005; Roth, Deborah Ann, Schoen,
Karla Kay, Meyer, William Clet; S 1/2 of
Lots 51 & 52 Woodlawn Park Add; 1410 N
Grandview Ave; $96,940.00; $97,939.02;
$999.02; $999.02
1023464006; Mallder, Marian C; Lot 46 Wood-
lawn Park Add; 1495 Adair St;
$120,430.00; $121,429.02; $999.02;
$999.02
1023464007; Clark, Robert P; Lot 47 Wood-
lawn Park Add; 1475 Adair St; $76,490.00;
$77,489.02; $999.02; $999.02
Book 146 Regular Session April 18, 2016 130
1023464008; Curler, Fred R; Lot 48 Woodlawn
Park Add; 1455 Adair St; $92,390.00;
$93,389.02; $999.02; $999.02
1023464009; Atchison, Jaime M; Lots 49 & 50
Woodlawn Park Add; 1425 Adair St;
$84,010.00; $86,008.05; $1,998.05;
$1,998.05
FILLMORE STREET TO DECORAH STREET
BETWEEN NORTH GRANDVIEW AVENUE
AND ADAIR STREET
1023459001; Fishnick, Tara; Lot 60 Woodlawn
Park Add; 1590 N Grandview Ave;
$74,790.00; $75,789.02; $999.02; $999.02
1023459002; Baumgartner, Martin; Lot 59
Woodlawn Park Add; 1570 N Grandview
Ave; $60,910.00; $62,408.54; $1,498.54;
$1,498.54
1023459003; Holman, Richard J & Becky S;
Lot 58 & N 1/2 of Lot 57 Woodlawn Park
Add; 1554 N Grandview Ave; $100,740.00;
$102,238.54; $1,498.54; $1,498.54
1023459004; MN Investments LLC; Lot 56 & S
1/2 of Lot 57 Woodlawn Park Add; 1500 N
Grandview Ave; $86,560.00; $88,058.54;
$1,498.54; $1,498.54
1023459005; Nemmers, Randall F & Laurie L;
Lot 41 Woodlawn Park Add; 1595 Adair St;
$98,960.00; $99,959.02; $999.02; $999.02
1023459006; Nemmers, Randall F & Laurie L;
Lot 42 Woodlawn Park Add; With 1595
Adair St; $13,500.00; $14,499.02; $999.02;
$999.02
1023459007; Davis, Walter E & Cecelia A; Lot
43 Woodlawn Park Add; 1555 Adair St;
$78,700.00; $79,699.02; $999.02; $999.02
1023459008; Queck Capital Management
LLC; Lot 44 Woodlawn Park Add; 1523
Adair St; $106,620.00; $107,619.02;
$999.02; $999.02
1023459009; Steffen, Malorie E.; Lot 45
Woodlawn Park Add; 1511 Adair St;
$88,880.00; $89,879.02; $999.02; $999.02
DECORAH STREET TO DELAWARE
STREET BETWEEN NORTH GRANDVIEW
AVENUE AND ADAIR STREET
1023456001; Ganea, Gheorghe B; Lot 65
Woodlawn Park Add; 1690 N Grandview
Ave; $90,690.00; $91,689.02; $999.02;
$999.02
1023456002; Peil Jr, George F; Lots 64 & N
1/2 Of Lot 63 Woodlawn Park Add; 1670 N
Grandview Ave; $98,270.00; $99,768.54;
$1,498.54; $1,498.54
1023456003; Nauman, Robin Marie; Lot 62 &
S 1/2 of Lot 63 Woodlawn Park Add; 1630
N Grandview Ave; $99,460.00;
$100,958.54; $1,498.54; $1,498.54
1023456004; Matson, Joel Patrick & Amanda
Hagen Matson; Lot 61 Woodlawn Park
Add; 1610 N Grandview Ave; $109,630.00;
$111,128.54; $1,498.54; $1,498.54
1023456005; Burton, Deborah A; Lots 36 & 37
Woodlawn Park Add; 1669 Adair St;
$120,730.00; $122,228.54; $1,498.54;
$1,498.54
1023456006; Watkins, Tyler R & Wakins, Es-
ther J.; Lot 38 Woodlawn Park Add; 1657
Adair St; $78,090.00; $79,089.02; $999.02;
$999.02
1023456007; Biedermann, Maxine A; Lot 39
Woodlawn Park Add; 1615 Adair St;
$89,370.00; $90,369.02; $999.02; $999.02
1023456008; Biedermann, Maxine A; Lot 40
Woodlawn Park Add; With 1615 Adair St;
$15,750.00; $16,749.02; $999.02; $999.02
1023453005; McAuliffe, Mary L & Daniel J; Lot
66 Woodlawn Park Add; With 1738 N
Grandview; $21,540.00; $22,539.02;
$999.02; $999.02
LORAS BOULEVARD TO FILLMORE
STREET BETWEEN NORTH GRANDVIEW
AVENUE AND ATLANTIC STREET
1026202002; Knudsen, Penelope M Revoca-
ble Trust; Lot 101 Woodlawn Park Add;
1675 Loras Blvd; $85,640; $87,638.05;
$1,998.05; $1,998.05
1026202003; McCormick, Joseph J; Lot 100
Woodlawn Park Add; 1673 Loras Blvd;
$78,880; $80,878.05; $1,998.05; $1,998.05
1023463001; Reiter, La Vern A & Gayle M; Lot
105 Woodlawn Park Add; 1490 Atlantic St;
$113,650; $114,649.02; $999.02; $999.02
1023463002; Hoffmann, Marie J; Lot 104
Woodlawn Park Add; 1470 Atlantic St;
$108,770; $109,769.02; $999.02; $999.02
1023463003; Quantum Holdings LLC; Lot 103
Woodlawn Park Add; 1460 Atlantic St;
$91,370; $92,369.02; $999.02; $999.02
1023463004; Meyer, Virginia M Trust; Lot 96
Woodlawn Park Add; 1495 N Grandview
Ave; $98,410; $99,409.02; $999.02;
$999.02
1023463005; Luedtke, Linda M; Lot 97 Wood-
lawn Park Add; 1475 N Grandview Ave;
$119,830; $120,829.02; $999.02; $999.02
1023463006; Kotz, Jacob & Melissa; Lot 98
Woodlawn Park Add; 1453 N Grandview
Ave; $95,330; $96,329.02; $999.02;
$999.02
FILLMORE STREET TO DECORAH STREET
BETWEEN NORTH GRANDVIEW AVENUE
AND ATLANTIC STREET
1023458001; Dolan, Joseph E & Margaret V;
Lot 110 Woodlawn Park Add; 1596 Atlantic
St; $88,780; $89,779.02; $999.02; $999.02
1023458002; Buechele, Robert & Sandra J;
Lot 109 Woodlawn Park Add; 1580 Atlantic
St; $99,520; $100,519.02; $999.02;
$999.02
1023458003; Glew, Jan J & Patricia M; Lot
108 Woodlawn Park Add; 1550 Atlantic St;
$75,510; $76,509.02; $999.02; $999.02
1023458004; Mulert, Teresa M FKA Vander-
millen, Teresa M; Lot 107 Woodlawn Park
Add; 1548 Atlantic St; $81,710;
$82,709.02; $999.02; $999.02
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1023458005; Bogosian, Richard A & Tina M
A/K/A Richard & Tina Bogosian; Lot 106
Woodlawn Park Add; 1500 Atlantic St;
$144,280; $145,279.02; $999.02; $999.02
1023458006; Haigh, Richard W & Pat J; Lot 91
Woodlawn Park Add; 1595 N Grandview
Ave; $109,470; $110,469.02; $999.02;
$999.02
1023458007; Hoff, Andre W & Kim L; Lot 92
Woodlawn Park Add; 1557 N Grandview
Ave; $95,670; $96,669.02; $999.02;
$999.02
1023458008; Honkamp, Joyce M Declaration
of Trust; Lot 93 Woodlawn Park Add; 1555
N Grandview Ave; $101,270; $102,269.02;
$999.02; $999.02
1023458009; Finger, Connie L; Lot 94 Wood-
lawn Park Add; 1553 N Grandview Ave;
$78,420; $79,419.02; $999.02; $999.02
1023458010; Wiezorek, Charlene Jo; Lot 95
Woodlawn Park Add; 1515 N Grandview
Ave; $94,370; $95,369.02; $999.02;
$999.02
DECORAH STREET TO DELAWARE
STREET BETWEEN NORTH GRANDVIEW
AVENUE AND ATLANTIC STREET
1023455001; Sievers, Paul M & Diane M; Lots
115 & N 20' of Lot 114 Woodlawn Park
Add; 1698 Atlantic St; $114,690;
$116,088.63; $1,398.63; $1,398.63
1023455002; Richard F. Dunbar Separate
Property Trust Agreement; Lot 113 & S 30'
of Lot 114 Woodlawn Park Add; 1650 At-
lantic St; $111,840; $113,438.44;
$1,598.44; $1,598.44
1023455003; Johnson, Kelly John & Rebecca
Lee; Lot 112 Woodlawn Park Add; 1616
Atlantic St; $122,130; $123,129.02;
$999.02; $999.02
1023455004; Smith, Stacey L; Lot 111 Wood-
lawn Park Add; 1600 Atlantic St; $134,430;
$135,429.02; $999.02; $999.02
1023455005; Kelley, Christina L; Lot 86 Wood-
lawn Park Add; 1695 N Grandview Ave;
$78,300; $79,299.02; $999.02; $999.02
1023455006; Blackmore, Heather J; Lot 87
Woodlawn Park Add; 1655 N Grandview
Ave; $93,120; $94,119.02; $999.02;
$999.02
1023455007; World Wide Enterprises LLC; Lot
88 Woodlawn Park Add; 1641 N
Grandview Ave; $88,640; $89,639.02;
$999.02; $999.02
1023455008; Simon, Russell A & Kara A; Lot
89 Woodlawn Park Add; 1625 N
Grandview Ave; $109,250; $110,249.02;
$999.02; $999.02
1023455009; Lindecker, Scott J; Lot 90 Wood-
lawn Park Add; 1605 N Grandview Ave;
$84,190; $85,189.02; $999.02; $999.02
CUSTER STREET TO LORAS BOULEVARD
BETWEEN NORTH GRANDVIEW AVENUE
AND ALTANTIC STREET
1026205001; Stribling Revocable Trust Dated
1/3/2008; N 1/2 Lot 47 & N 1/2 Lot 48
Tschirgi & Schwinds Sub; 1392 Atlantic St;
$98,260; $99,259.02; $999.02; $999.02
1026205002; Duehr, John J.; S 1/2 of Lots 47
& 48 Tschirgi & Schwinds Sub; 1348 Atlan-
tic St; $106,010; $107,009.02; $999.02;
$999.02
1026205003; Lessei, Sally; Lot 49 Tschirgi &
Schwinds; 1334 Atlantic St; $90,390;
$91,389.02; $999.02; $999.02
1026205004; Berzins, Mirdza E.; Lot 50
Tschirgi & Schwinds; 1324 Atlantic St;
$115,000; $115,999.02; $999.02; $999.02
1026205005; Brauer, Yolanda L; Lot 51
Tschirgi & Schwinds; 1314 Atlantic St;
$116,590; $117,589.02; $999.02; $999.02
1026205006; Kurt, Barbara B; Tschirgi-
Schwinds Sub 52 Sub 53 Tschirgi-
Schwinds Sub 1 Sub 39 Tschirgi-Schwinds
Sub 1; 1304 Atlantic St; $106,240;
$107,239.02; $999.02; $999.02
1026205007; Lam, Wai C; Lot 60 & W 1/2 Lot
59 Tschirgi & Schwinds Sub; 1628 Loras
Blvd; $93,030; $96,027.07; $2,997.07;
$2,997.07
1026205009; Risley, James A & Kay F; Lot 1
Earl Place; 1321 N Grandview Ave;
$174,970; $176,526.33; $1,556.33;
$1,556.33
1026205010; Burds, Ann M & Ronald J; Lot 2
Earl Place; 1311 N Grandview Ave;
$145,000; $146,258.98; $1,258.98;
$1,258.98
1026205011; Dunbar, Richard F Separate
Property Trust; Lot 2-39 & Lot 2-53 Both In
Tschirgi & Schwinds Sub; 1302 Atlantic St;
$136,550; $138,367.16; $1,817.16;
$1,817.16
1026205012; Glanz, Michael E & Dianne L;
Lot 1-38 Tschirgi & Schwinds Sub; 1305 N
Grandview Ave; $125,070; $127,201.93;
$2,131.93; $2,131.93
BUNKER HILL ROAD TO POPLAR STREET
BETWEEN ASBURY ROAD AND FINLEY
STREET
1023351003; Burian, Mark D. & Dawn M.; Lot
137 Finley Add; 1909 Asbury Rd;
$117,150; $118,961.27; $1,811.27;
$1,811.27
1023351004; Theisen, Joshua D.; Lot 136
Finley Add; 1905 Asbury Rd; $144,360;
$146,171.27; $1,811.27; $1,811.27
1023351005; Allen, Dale R; Lot 135 Finley
Add; 1895 Asbury Rd; $164,150;
$165,961.27; $1,811.27; $1,811.27
1023351006; Welsh, Vincent W & Marcelline
M; Lots 4, 9, 10 & NW 30' of Lots 8 & 11 &
NW 40' of Lot 14 Salots Sub; 1889 Asbury
Rd; $92,170; $93,267.74; $1,097.74;
$1,097.74
1023351007; Chapman, Cynthia J & Morrow,
Mary K; Lot 3 Weber Sub; 1885 Asbury
Book 146 Regular Session April 18, 2016 132
Rd; $153,330; $154,702.18; $1,372.18;
$1,372.18
1023351010; Heri, Monica; Lot 2-1 & 2-2 We-
ber Sub; 2339 Poplar St; $109,960;
$112,058.37; $2,098.37; $2,098.37
1023351011; Stelken, Joseph L; Lot 2 Sub of
140, 141 142 Finley Add; 1850 Bunker Hill
Rd; $155,110; $158,133.61; $3,023.61;
$3,023.61
1023351012; Driscoll, Daniel L & Mary Jane;
Lot 1 Sub 140, 141 & 142 Finley Add; 1896
Finley St.; $170,290; $172,414.00;
$2,124.00; $2,124.00
1023351014; Daly, Jack B; NE 102' of 143 &
NE 102' of Lot 144 & NE 102' of 145 Finley
Add; 2345 Poplar St; $161,910;
$166,983.53; $5,073.53; $5,073.53
14. SRF Green Alley Project Bid Set 3
Year 2 Acceptance: City Manager recom-
mending acceptance of the SRF Green Alley –
Bid Set 3 Year 2 Project, as completed by
Portzen Construction and further recommends
that the City Council adopt the Final Schedule
of Assessments for this project. Upon motion
the documents were received and filed and
Resolution No. 139-16 Accepting the SRF
Green Alley Project - Bid Se 3 Year 2 and au-
thorizing the payment of the contract amount
to the contractor; and Resolution No. 140-16
Adopting the Final Assessment Schedule for
the SRF Green Alley Project - Bid Set 3 Year 2
were adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 139-16
ACCEPTING THE SRF GREEN ALLEY
PROJECT - BID SET 3 YEAR 2 AND AU-
THORIZING THE PAYMENT OF THE CON-
TRACT AMOUNT TO THE CONTRACTOR
Whereas, the Public Improvement Contract
for the SRF Green Alley Project - Bid Set 3
Year 2 (the Project) has been completed and
the City Engineer has examined the work and
filed a certificate stating that the Project has
been completed according to the terms of the
Public Improvement Contract and that the City
Engineer recommends that the Project be ac-
cepted; and
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The recommendation of the City
Engineer is approved and the Project is hereby
accepted.
Section 2. The Finance Director is hereby
directed to pay to the Contractor from the SRF
Green Alley Project fund for the contract
amount of $1,324,282.02 less any retained
percentage provided for therein as provided in
Iowa Code chapter 573, and to pay such re-
tainage only in accordance with the provisions
of Iowa Code chapter 573.
Passed, approved and adopted this 18th
day of April, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
CITY ENGINEER’S CERTIFICATE OF FINAL
COMPLETION OF THE SRF GREEN ALLEY
PROJECT - BID SET 3 YEAR 2
The undersigned City Engineer of the City
of Dubuque, Iowa hereby certifies that he has
inspected the SRF Green Alley Project - Bid
Set 3 Year 2, that the Project has been per-
formed in compliance with the terms of the
Public Improvement Contract, and that the
total cost of the completed work is
$1,560,731.58.
Dated this 14th day of April, 2016.
Gus Psihoyos, City Engineer
Filed in the office of the City Clerk on the 14th
day of April, 2016.
Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
RESOLUTION NO. 140-16
ADOPTING THE FINAL ASSESSMENT
SCHEDULE FOR THE SRF GREEN ALLEY
PROJECT - BID SET 3 YEAR 2
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
After full consideration, the Final Schedule
of Assessments as shown on the attached
sheet(s), Page 1 to Page 3 inclusive, is hereby
approved for the SRF Green Alley Project - Bid
Set 3 Year 2.
There is hereby assessed and levied as a
special tax against and upon each of the bene-
fited properties, the respective sums indicated.
The amounts shown in said Final Schedule of
Assessments as deficiencies are found to be
proper and levied conditionally against the
respective properties benefited by the im-
provements as shown in the Final Schedule of
Assessments, subject to the provisions of Iowa
Code § 384.63. Said assessments against
said lots are hereby declared to be in propor-
tion to the special benefits conferred and not in
excess of twenty-five percent of the value of
same.
The City Clerk be and is hereby directed to
certify the Final Schedule of Assessments to
the County Treasurer of Dubuque County,
Iowa and to publish notice of said certification
once each week for two consecutive weeks in
the manner provided in Iowa Code § 362.3,
the first publication of which shall be not more
than fifteen days from the date of filing of the
Final Schedule of Assessments. On or before
the date of the second publication of the no-
tice, the City Clerk shall also mail a copy of
said notice to property owners whose property
is subject to assessment, as provided in Iowa
Code § 384.60.
Book 146 Regular Session, April 18, 2016 133
The assessments may be paid in full or in
part without interest at the office of the City
Treasurer, City Hall, 50 W. 13th Street, Dubu-
que, Iowa at any time within 30 days after the
date of the first notice of the Final Schedule of
Assessments. Thereafter, unpaid assessments
of $500.00 or more are payable in 15 annual
installments at the County Treasurer’s Office,
Dubuque County Courthouse, 720 Central
Avenue, Dubuque, Iowa and will draw annual
interest at three percent (3%) computed to
December 1 next following the due dates of
the respective installments as provided in Sec-
tion 384.65 of the Code of Iowa. Each install-
ment will be delinquent from October 1 follow-
ing its due date on July 1 of each year. How-
ever, when the last day of September is a Sat-
urday or Sunday, that amount shall be delin-
quent from the second business day of Octo-
ber. Delinquent installments will draw the
same delinquent interest as ordinary taxes.
Property owners may elect to pay any annual
installments semi-annually in advance.
Passed, approved and adopted this 18th
day of April, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
SRF GREEN ALLEY PROJECT BID SET 3 –
YEAR 2 FINAL SCHEDULE OF VALUATION
AND PROPOSED ASSESSMENTS APRIL
22, 2016
The following schedule is hereby deter-
mined to show each lot proposed to be as-
sessed for the improvement shown in the title
together with the amount proposed to be as-
sessed against each lot and the valuations
shown opposite each lot are hereby fixed as
the true valuations of such lots by the City
Council of the City of Dubuque.
PARCEL NUMBER; PROPERTY OWNER
NAME; LOT DESCRIPTION; STREET AD-
DRESS; NET ASSESSED VALUATION; VAL-
UATION WITH IMPROVEMENT; NET PAV-
ING IMPROVEMENT COST; NET PAVING
IMPROVEMENT DEFICIENCY; TOTAL PUB-
LIC IMPROVEMENT COST; TOTAL NET AS-
SESSMENT
PLEASANT VIEW TO PUTNAM BETWEEN
VENTURA AND BROADWAY
1013303002; McEnany, Ruth Ann; Lot 2-2-1-1
& Lot 2-1 of Mineral Lot 319; 2780 Broad-
way St; $90,820; $92,563.14; $1,743.14;
$0.00; $1,743.14; $1,743.14
1013305001; Sabers, Kristina K; Lot 1-3-
Mineral Lot 319; 2766 Broadway St;
$89,380; $90,713.15; $1,333.15; $0.00;
$1,333.15; $1,333.15
1013305002; Krabbenhoft, Keith J & Tina J;
Lot 2-3-Mineral Lot 319; 2764 Broadway
St; $102,270; $103,203.38; $933.38;
$0.00; $933.38; $933.38
1013305003; Plunkett, Brian L & Peggy A; Lot
3-3-Mineral Lot 319; 2760 Broadway St;
$84,540; $85,473.38; $933.38; $0.00;
$933.38; $933.38
1013305004; Turner, Erwin G; Lot 4-3-Mineral
Lot 319; 2756 Broadway St; $95,110;
$96,043.38; $933.38; $0.00; $933.38;
$933.38
1013305005; Cross, Anthony J & Angela J; Lot
5-3-Mineral Lot 319; 2752 Broadway St;
$103,000; $103,933.38; $933.38; $0.00;
$933.38; $933.38
1013305006; Dean, Gerald H & Carmelita; Lot
6-3-Mineral Lot 319; 2750 Broadway St;
$84,490; $85,423.38; $933.38; $0.00;
$933.38; $933.38
1013305007; Backes, Leslie A; Lot 7-3-Mineral
Lot 319; 2746 Broadway St; $88,760;
$89,693.38; $933.38; $0.00; $933.38;
$933.38
1013305008; Gottschalk, Ronald D & Mary
Ann; Lot 5 Blk 1 Broadway Heights; 2730
Broadway St; $106,610; $107,665.26;
$1,055.26; $0.00; $1,055.26; $1,055.26
1013305018; Moss, Melvin & Ernestine; Lot 6
Blk 1 Broadway Heights; 2715 Ventura Dr.;
$138,930; $140,497.25; $1,567.25; $0.00;
$1,567.25; $1,567.25
KING TO MONROE BETWEEN FULTON AND
KANE
1013351003; Rang, Andrew J & Christie A; Lot
2-42 Wm Rebman's Sub; 326 Monroe St;
$118,450; $120,294.49; $1,844.49; $0.00;
$1,844.49; $1,844.49
1013351005; Brown, Marjorie E & Erik W; Lot
45 Wm Rebman's Sub; 330 Monroe St;
$59,370; $60,359.36; $989.36; $0.00;
$989.36; $989.36
1013351018; Donovan, Justin D; Lot 1-41 &
Lot 1-42 Rebman's Sub; 2651 Fulton St;
$81,950; $82,939.36; $989.36; $0.00;
$989.36; $989.36
1013351019; Sheehan, Erica C; Lot 40 Wm
Rebman's Sub; 2645 Fulton St; $72,770;
$73,759.36; $989.36; $0.00; $989.36;
$989.36
1013351020; Sroka, Denise A; Lot 39 Reb-
man's Sub; 2641 Fulton St; $120,270;
$121,259.36; $989.36; $0.00; $989.36;
$989.36
1013351021; Demers, Eric M; Lot 38 Wm
Rebman's Sub; 2635 Fulton St; $105,490;
$106,479.36; $989.36; $0.00; $989.36;
$989.36
1013351022; Stant, Paul J & Jaymis E; Lot 37
Rebman's Sub; 2629 Fulton St; $134,540;
$135,529.36; $989.36; $0.00; $989.36;
$989.36
1013351023; Sauser, Douglas C; Lot 36 Reb-
man's Sub; 2621 Fulton St; $43,880;
$44,869.36; $989.36; $0.00; $989.36;
$989.36
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1013351024; Brandt, Marie M; Lot 2-12 High-
land Add and Lot 35 Wm Rebman Sub;
2617 Fulton St; $108,050; $109,045.61;
$995.61; $0.00; $995.61; $995.61
1013351025; Petrick, Carol S; Lot 1 Fulton
Place; 2605 Fulton St; $94,410;
$95,563.19; $1,153.19; $0.00; $1,153.19;
$1,153.19
1013351034; Miller, Richard R & Gina M; Lots
43 & 44 Rebman's Sub; 328 Monroe St;
$52,040; $54,375.64; $2,335.64; $0.00;
$2,335.64; $2,335.64
DECORAH TO DELAWARE BETWEEN ASH-
TON AND AVOCA
1023385001;Reding, Ronald J & Chryanne;
Lot 322 Woodlawn Park Add;1694 Avoca
St; $88,850; $89,738.06; $888.06; $0.00;
$888.06; $888.06
1023385002;Engling, Elmer C & Marilyn J;
Lots 320 & 321 Woodlawn Park;1674 Avo-
ca St; $125,240; $127,016.13; $1,776.13;
$0.00; $1,776.13; $1,776.13
1023385004; Richard, Thomas J.;E 1/2 of Lots
318 & 319 Woodlawn Park Add 2155 Dec-
orah St; $119,150; $120,926.13;
$1,776.13; $0.00; $1,776.13; $1,776.13
1023385005; Gassmann, Lyle A Dec of Tr
10/13/05 Trustee; Lot 306 Woodlawn Park
Add; 2120 Delaware St; $146,620;
$147,508.06; $888.06; $0.00; $888.06;
$888.06
1023385006; Rang, Rosanne M; Lot 307
Woodlawn Park Add; 1657 Ashton Pl;
$77,720; $78,608.06; $888.06; $0.00;
$888.06; $888.06
1023385007;Schrobilgen, Wayne G & Jeane
M; Lot 308 Woodlawn Park Add;1655 Ash-
ton Pl; $97,900; $98,788.06; $888.06;
$0.00; $888.06; $888.06
1023385008;Selchert, Gina M; Lot 309 Wood-
lawn Park Add;1631 Ashton Pl; $103,310;
$104,198.06; $888.06; $0.00; $888.06;
$888.06
1023385009; Kirschbaum, Don & Ardeth M;
Lot 310 Woodlawn Park Add;1625 Ashton
Pl; $115,240; $116,128.06; $888.06;
$0.00; $888.06; $888.06
KAUFMANN TO W. 23RD (BETWEEN VALE-
RIA AND FRANCIS) & VALERIA to ALLEY
(BETWEEN W. 23RD AND KAUFMANN)
1024128006; Rupp, Keith D & Jane M; Lot 31
Tivoli Add; 140 W 23rd St; 89,040;
$91,360.15; $2,320.15; $0.00; $2,320.15;
$2,320.15
1024128007; Arlen, Daniel J & Mary R; W 50'
of Lot 30 Tivoli Add 130-1301/2 W 23rd St;
130 W 23rd St; 61,320; $62,208.06;
$888.06; $0.00; $888.06; $888.06
1024128008; Queck Capital Management
LLC; Lot 34 Tivoli Add 275-275 1/2 Valeria;
275 Valeria St; 62,410; $63,248.94;
$838.94; $0.00; $838.94; $838.94
1024128009; Woodward, Jacqueline C; Lot 35
Tivoli Add; 271 Valeria St; 43,900;
$44,738.32; $838.32; $0.00; $838.32;
$838.32
1024128010; Dublinz 4 LLC; N 1/2 of Lot 36
Tivoli Add; 261 Valeria St; 51,090;
$51,518.80; $428.80; $0.00; $428.80;
$428.80
1024128011; Dublinz 4 LLC; S 1/2 of Lot 36
Tivoli Add 259-259 1/2 Valeria; 259 Valeria
St; 50,890; $51,318.80; $428.80; $0.00;
$428.80; $428.80
1024128012; Dix, Ronald; Lot 37 Tivoli Add;
247 Valeria St; 76,740; $77,597.57;
$857.57; $0.00; $857.57; $857.57
1024128013; Reding, Stephanie L; Lot 2-40
Tivoli Add; 235 Valeria St; 59,490;
$60,331.79; $841.79; $0.00; $841.79;
$841.79
1024128015; Harbaugh, Melinda S; Lot 39
Tivoli Add; 191 Kaufmann Ave; 65,850;
$66,823.33; $973.33; $0.00; $973.33;
$973.33
1024128016; Fortmann, Robert W & Judith A;
Lot 38 Tivoli Add; 183 Kaufmann Ave;
86,830; $87,793.91; $963.91; $0.00;
$963.91; $963.91
1024128018; McDonald, Timothy M & Kristine
M; Lot 29 & N 1/2 of Lot 28 Tivoli Add;
2285 Francis St; 121,500; $122,930.85;
$1,430.85; $0.00; $1,430.85; $1,430.85
1024128019; Vanostrand, Dana Jo; S 1/2 of
Lot 28 Tivoli Add; 2265 Francis St; 61,120;
$61,596.95; $476.95; $0.00; $476.95;
$476.95
1024128020; Cupps, Terry A; N 45' of Lot 27
Tivoli Add; 2261 Francis St; 60,940;
$61,798.51; $858.51; $0.00; $858.51;
$858.51
1024128021; Maiden, Tara J; N 1/2 of Lot 26
& S 5' of Lot 27 Tivoli Add; 2255 Francis
St; 72,120; $72,692.34; $572.34; $0.00;
$572.34; $572.34
1024128022; Queck Properties LLC; S 1/2 of
Lot 26 Tivoli Add; 2249 Francis St; 57,750;
$58,226.95; $476.95; $0.00; $476.95;
$476.95
1024128023; Pickel, Bonita K; Lot 25 Tivoli
Add; 2239 Francis St; 58,490; $59,443.90;
$953.90; $0.00; $953.90; $953.90
1024128024; Schwartz, Thomas P & Mary V;
Lot 24 Tivoli Add; 2231 Francis St;
107,210; $108,163.90; $953.90; $0.00;
$953.90; $953.90
1024128025; Dralle, Keith H. & Susan K; Lot
23 Tivoli Add; 2221 Francis St; 71,740;
$72,693.90; $953.90; $0.00; $953.90;
$953.90
1024128026; Nodolf, Gary E; Lot 22 Tivoli
Add; 2215 Francis St; 64,250; $65,203.90;
$953.90; $0.00; $953.90; $953.90
1024128027; Hickson, William J; Lot 2-21 Tiv-
oli Add; 2207 Francis St; 55,200;
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$55,756.17; $556.17; $0.00; $556.17;
$556.17
1024128028; Helgerson, Nick A & Sondra J
Rev Living Trust; Lot 1-21 Tivoli Add; 2205
Francis St; 48,370; $48,669.29; $299.29;
$0.00; $299.29; $299.29
25TH TO 26TH BETWEEN JACKSON AND
WASHINGTON
1013335001; Wilkerson, William A. & Kelsey
M; N 31' of Lot 17 E Langworthy Add; 2576
Jackson St; $73,470; $74,085.72; $615.72;
$0.00; $615.72; $506.00; $1,121.72;
$615.72
1013335002; McDermott, Dan R & Melissa M;
S 25' of Lot 17 E Langworthy; 2574 Jack-
son St; $49,760; $50,256.55; $496.55;
$0.00; $496.55; $506.00; $1,002.55;
$496.55
1013335003; Tunque, Joel D & Elenita S; N
1/2 Lot 16 E Langworthy Add; 2572 Jack-
son St; $78,540; $79,036.55; $496.55;
$0.00; $496.55; $506.00; $1,002.55;
$496.55
1013335004; Wells Fargo Bank Na; S 1/2 Lot
16 E Langworthy Add; 2570 Jackson St;
$65,280; $65,776.55; $496.55; $0.00;
$496.55; $506.00; $1,002.55; $496.55
1013335005; Healey Jr, Joseph A & Amanda
M; Lot 15 E Langworthy Add; 2568 Jack-
son St; $68,030; $69,023.10; $993.10;
$0.00; $993.10; $506.00; $1,499.10;
$993.10
1013335006; Tuthill, Scott A & Jaymis E; Lot
14 E Langworthy Add; 2564 Jackson St;
$63,710; $64,703.10; $993.10; $0.00;
$993.10; $506.00; $1,499.10; $993.10
1013335007; Regan, Patricia A; Lot 13 E
Langworthy Add; 2560 Jackson St;
$55,820; $56,813.10; $993.10; $0.00;
$993.10; $506.00; $1,499.10; $993.10
1013335008; K E Joint Ventures LLC; Lot 1-12
E Langworthy Add; 2556 Jackson St;
$62,880; $63,386.48; $506.48; $0.00;
$506.48; $506.00; $1,012.48; $506.48
1013335009; Klauer, Robert F.; Lot 2-12 E
Langworthy Add; 2554 Jackson St;
$74,710; $75,196.62; $486.62; $0.00;
$486.62; $506.00; $992.62; $486.62
1013335010; Moeller, Joyce S; Lot 11 E
Langworthy Add; 2552 Jackson St;
$48,360; $49,353.10; $993.10; $0.00;
$993.10; $506.00; $1,499.10; $993.10
1013335011; Kress, Karen K; Lot 10 E Lang-
worthy Add; 2548 Jackson St; $65,440;
$66,310.49; $870.49; $0.00; $870.49;
$506.00; $1,376.49; $870.49
1013335012; Brimmer, James C & Susan L;
Lot 9 E Langworthy Add; 2544 Jackson St;
$64,920; $65,913.10; $993.10; $0.00;
$993.10; $506.00; $1,499.10; $993.10
1013335013; Livermore, Sarah E; Lot 1-8 E
Langworthy Add; 2540 Jackson St;
$50,260; $50,779.24; $519.24; $0.00;
$519.24; $506.00; $1,025.24; $519.24
1013335014; Davis, Jeffrey D & Margie L; Lot
2-8 E Langworthy Add; 2538 Jackson St;
$50,300; $50,773.86; $473.86; $0.00;
$473.86; $506.00; $979.86; $473.86
1013335015; Briceland, Scott; Lot 7 E Lang-
worthy Add; 2536 Jackson St; $112,550;
$113,543.10; $993.10; $0.00; $993.10;
$506.00; $1,499.10; $993.10
1013335016; Walbrun, Dale E & Regina A; Lot
1-6 E Langworthy Add; 2532 Jackson St;
$94,190; $95,048.24; $858.24; $0.00;
$858.24; $506.00; $1,364.24; $858.24
1013335017; Riniker, Anna M & Baumgartner,
Daniel; N 1/2 Lot 5 & Lot 2-6 E Langworthy
Add; 2528 Jackson St; $39,990;
$40,848.24; $858.24; $0.00; $858.24;
$506.00; $1,364.24; $858.24
1013335018; Lampe, Philip N & Lynn E; N 14'
of Lot 4 & S 1/2 of Lot 5 E Langworthy
Add; 2524 Jackson St; $67,100;
$67,874.62; $774.62; $0.00; $774.62;
$506.00; $1,280.62; $774.62
1013335019; Ninneman, Dorothy J; S 36' of
Lot 4 E Langworthy; 2520 Jackson St;
$74,310; $75,025.03; $715.03; $0.00;
$715.03; $506.00; $1,221.03; $715.03
1013335022; Schmidt, Kevin A & Linda J; Lot
1 E Langworthy Add; 2500 Jackson St;
$87,480; $88,473.10; $993.10; $0.00;
$993.10; $506.00; $1,499.10; $993.10
1013335023; Hahlen, Brett A; W 38'6" Lot 18
E Langworthy; 232 E 26th St; $45,990;
$46,849.50; $859.50; $0.00; $859.50;
$506.00; $1,365.50; $859.50
1013335025; Parazine, Larry D; Lot 19 & N
1/2 Lot 20 E Langworthy Add; 2567 Wash-
ington St; $62,970; $64,459.65; $1,489.65;
$0.00; $1,489.65; $378.41; $506.00;
$2,374.06; $1,489.65
1013335026; Wells Fargo Bank Na; S 1/2 Lot
20 & N 1/2 Lot 21 E Langworthy Add; 2563
Washington St; $45,410; $46,403.10;
$993.10; $0.00; $993.10; $506.00;
$1,499.10; $993.10
1013335027; Queck Capital Mgmt. Co; S 1/2
Lot 21 & N 1/2 Lot 22 E Langworthy Add;
2559 Washington St; $64,770; $65,763.10;
$993.10; $0.00; $993.10; $506.00;
$1,499.10; $993.10
1013335028; Abitz, Jim R & Therese M; Lot 23
& S 1/2 Lot 22 E Langworthy Add; 2555
Washington St; $74,510; $75,999.65;
$1,489.65; $0.00; $1,489.65; $378.41;
$506.00; $2,374.06; $1,489.65
1013335029; McMahon Real Est Rentals LLC;
Lot 24 E Langworthy Add; 2551 Washing-
ton St; $60,170; $60,885.03; $715.03;
$0.00; $715.03; $506.00; $1,221.03;
$715.03
1013335030; Pfab, Linda; Lot 25 E Langwor-
thy Add; 2547 Washington St; $59,540;
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$60,622.02; $1,082.02; $0.00; $1,082.02;
$506.00; $1,588.02; $1,082.02
1013335031; Hirschy Companies LLC; Lot 26
E Langworthy Add; 2543 Washington St;
$83,360; $84,353.10; $993.10; $0.00;
$993.10; $378.41; $506.00; $1,877.51;
$993.10
1013335032; Dress, Edward L & Charlotte A;
N 1/2 Lot 27 E Langworthy Add; 2539
Washington St; $57,820; $58,316.55;
$496.55; $0.00; $496.55; $378.41;
$506.00; $1,380.96; $496.55
1013335033; Geesey, Christine Marie; S 1/2
Lot 27 E Langworthy Add; 2535 Washing-
ton St; $47,290; $47,786.55; $496.55;
$0.00; $496.55; $506.00; $1,002.55;
$496.55
1013335034; T & M Investment Properties
LLC; Lot 28 E Langworthy Add; 2531
Washington St; $70,170; $71,163.10;
$993.10; $0.00; $993.10; $378.41;
$506.00; $1,877.51; $993.10
1013335035; Green, Stacy E; Lot 29 E Lang-
worthy Add; 2527 Washington St; $71,750;
$72,743.10; $993.10; $0.00; $993.10;
$506.00; $1,499.10; $993.10
1013335036; Ehlers, Andrea M.; Lot 30 E
Langworthy Add; 2523 Washington St;
$97,570; $98,563.10; $993.10; $0.00;
$993.10; $506.00; $1,499.10; $993.10
1013335037; Kimble, Robert E & Nellie J; Lot
31 E Langworthy Add; 2519 Washington
St; $91,340; $92,333.10; $993.10; $0.00;
$993.10; $506.00; $1,499.10; $993.10
1013335038; Duschen, Lawrence D; Lot 32 E
Langworthy Add; 2515 Washington St;
$69,700; $70,693.10; $993.10; $0.00;
$993.10; $506.00; $1,499.10; $993.10
1013335039; Frick, Lawrence Arthur; N 30' of
Lot 33 E Langworthy; 2509 Washington St;
$79,240; $79,835.86; $595.86; $0.00;
$595.86; $378.41; $506.00; $1,480.27;
$595.86
1013335040; Avanarius, Harold J; S 20' Lot 33
& N 14' Lot 34 E Langworthy Add; 2505
Washington St; $74,080; $74,755.31;
$675.31; $0.00; $675.31; $506.00;
$1,181.31; $675.31
1013335041; Voss, Jeffery J; S 36' of Lot 34 E
Langworthy; 2501 Washington St; $89,070;
$89,785.03; $715.03; $0.00; $715.03;
$506.00; $1,221.03; $715.03
1013335042; Heim, Benjamin J & Kathleen F;
Lots 2 & 3 E Langworthy Add; 2508 Jack-
son St; $81,910; $83,896.20; $1,986.20;
$0.00; $1,986.20; $506.00; $2,492.20;
$1,986.20
25TH TO 26TH BETWEEN JACKSON AND
ELM
1013336003; Bleile, James C & Vicki L. Miller;
E 1/2 of Lot 1-N 55' of W 100' of 51 7 E 50'
of S 1' of 51 E Langworthy Addition; 340 E.
26th Street; $37,900.00; $38,894.63;
$994.63; $0.00; $994.63; $506.00;
$1,500.63; $994.63
1013336008; Cherry, Michael L.; Lot 50 Ex-
cept The E. 7' Thereof E Langworthy Addi-
tion; 2568 Washington Street; $57,440.00;
$58,328.06; $888.06; $0.00; $888.06;
$506.00; $1,394.06; $888.06
1013336009; Sutton, Gerard J; Lot 49 E
Langworthy Addition 2562-2564 Washing-
ton; 2562 Washington Street; $74,840.00;
$75,728.06; $888.06; $0.00; $888.06;
$506.00; $1,394.06; $888.06
1013336010; Blum, Rita M.; Lot 48 E Lang-
worthy Addition; 2560 Washington Street;
$82,120.00; $83,008.06; $888.06; $0.00;
$888.06; $506.00; $1,394.06; $888.06
1013336011; Weires, Stacy A.; Lot 47 Except
Part In The Alley E Langworthy Addition;
2556 Washington Street; $48,820.00;
$49,708.06; $888.06; $0.00; $888.06;
$506.00; $1,394.06; $888.06
1013336012; Birch, Shirley A.; North 42'6" of
Lot 46 E Langworthy Addition; 2552 Wash-
ington Street; $78,810.00; $79,698.06;
$888.06; $0.00; $888.06; $378.41;
$506.00; $1,772.47; $888.06
1013336013; Molle, Benton W.; North 35' of
Lot 45 & South 7'6" of Lot 46 E Langworthy
Addition; 2548 Washington Street;
$63,550.00; $64,438.06; $888.06; $0.00;
$888.06; $506.00; $1,394.06; $888.06
1013336014; Stierman, Jeremy; NW Part of 2-
44 And South 15' of Lot 45 E Langworthy
Addition; 2544 Washington Street;
$35,750.00; $36,619.06; $869.06; $0.00;
$869.06; $506.00; $1,375.06; $869.06
1013336015; Ludwig, Thomas I.; Lot 1-44 and
Se 3" of 2-44 E Langworthy Addition; 2542
Washington Street; $75,750.00;
$76,610.18; $860.18; $0.00; $860.18;
$506.00; $1,366.18; $860.18
1013336016; Lugrain, Louis G & Billi J; Lot 43
Except The East 7' Thereof E Langworthy
Addition; 2538 Washington Street;
$61,120.00; $61,982.85; $862.85; $0.00;
$862.85; $506.00; $1,368.85; $862.85
1013336017; Gulick, Joann T & Gansemer,
Richard R; Lot 42 Except The East 7'
Thereof E Langworthy Addition 2530-2532
Washington; 2530 Washington Street;
$77,360.00; $78,248.06; $888.06; $0.00;
$888.06; $506.00; $1,394.06; $888.06
1013336018; Saleh, Kathleen L; Lot 41 Except
The East 7' For Alley E Langworthy Addi-
tion; 2526 Washington Street;
$104,340.00; $105,228.06; $888.06; $0.00;
$888.06; $506.00; $1,394.06; $888.06
1013336019; Kieffer, Heidi J; Lot 40 E Lang-
worthy Addition; 2522 Washington Street;
$76,390.00; $77,278.06; $888.06; $0.00;
$888.06; $506.00; $1,394.06; $888.06
1013336020; Story, Timothy R & Lori A; Lot 39
E Langworthy Addition; 2518 Washington
Book 146 Regular Session, April 18, 2016 137
Street; $67,410.00; $68,298.06; $888.06;
$0.00; $888.06; $506.00; $1,394.06;
$888.06
1013336021; Howe, Martin R; Lot 38 & N 1/2
of Lot 37 E Langworthy Addition; 2514
Washington Street; $98,990.00;
$100,322.09; $1,332.09; $0.00; $1,332.09;
$506.00; $1,838.09; $1,332.09
1013336022; Schemmel, Rodney C & Dawn
M; S 1/2 of Lot 37 E Langworthy Addition;
2510 Washington Street; $60,280.00;
$60,724.03; $444.03; $0.00; $444.03;
$506.00; $950.03; $444.03
1013336023; Moore, Nellie M; Lot 36 E Lang-
worthy Addition; 2506 Washington Street;
$74,720.00; $75,608.06; $888.06; $0.00;
$888.06; $506.00; $1,394.06; $888.06
1013336024; Ninneman, Gene A & Shannon
L; Lot 35 E Langworthy Addition; 2500
Washington Street; $68,580.00;
$69,468.06; $888.06; $0.00; $888.06;
$506.00; $1,394.06; $888.06
1013336004; Bennett, David L; Lot 1 of Sub
52, 53 & North 22' of 54 E Langworthy Ad-
dition; 354 East 26th Street; $84,110.00;
$86,014.95; $1,904.95; $0.00; $1,904.95;
$506.00; $2,410.95; $1,904.95
1013336025; March, Dean J & Betty B; South
28' of Lot 54 and North 22' of Lot 55 E
Langworthy Addition; 2571 Elm Street;
$74,210.00; $75,108.72; $898.72; $0.00;
$898.72; $506.00; $1,404.72; $898.72
1013336026; Severson, Donna J F/K/A Donna
J Severson-Lade; Lot 56 & South 28' of Lot
55 E Langworthy Addition; 2565 Elm
Street; $70,760.00; $72,163.14; $1,403.14;
$0.00; $1,403.14; $378.41; $506.00;
$2,287.55; $1,403.14
1013336027; Scharmann, Mary A; North 41' of
Lot 57 Except The W 7' For Alley E Lang-
worthy Addition; 2563 Elm Street;
$78,230.00; $78,967.09; $737.09; $0.00;
$737.09; $506.00; $1,243.09; $737.09
1013336028; Tilp, Michael A; South 9' of Lot
57 & North 33' of Lot 58 E Langworthy Ad-
dition; 2559 Elm Street; $84,130.00;
$84,884.85; $754.85; $0.00; $754.85;
$506.00; $1,260.85; $754.85
1013336029; Tilp, Michael A; South 17' of Lot
58 & North 1/2 of Lot 59 E Langworthy Ad-
dition; Elm Street; $20,440.00; $21,194.85;
$754.85; $0.00; $754.85; $0.00; $754.85;
$754.85
1013336030; Vlach, Frank J III & Sarah C; Lot
60 & South 1/2 of Lot 59 E Langworthy
Addition; 2551 Elm Street; $86,830.00;
$88,165.65; $1,335.65; $0.00; $1,335.65;
$506.00; $1,841.65; $1,335.65
1013336031; Morey, Audrey J; Lot 61 E
Langworthy Addition; 2545 Elm Street;
$55,650.00; $56,538.06; $888.06; $0.00;
$888.06; $506.00; $1,394.06; $888.06
1013336032; Foster, Robert A; Lot 62 E
Langworthy Addition; 2539 Elm Street;
$81,420.00; $82,308.06; $888.06; $0.00;
$888.06; $378.41; $506.00; $1,772.47;
$888.06
1013336033; Abitz, John C & Hannah K; Lot
63 E Langworthy Addition; 2533 Elm
Street; $75,420.00; $76,308.06; $888.06;
$0.00; $888.06; $506.00; $1,394.06;
$888.06
1013336034; Abitz, John C; Lot 64 E Langwor-
thy Addition; Elm Street; $14,310.00;
$15,198.06; $888.06; $0.00; $888.06;
$0.00; $888.06; $888.06
1013336035; Schlarmann, Arleigh T; Lot 65 E
Langworthy Addition; 2525 Elm Street;
$55,410.00; $56,298.06; $888.06; $0.00;
$888.06; $506.00; $1,394.06; $888.06
1013412001; Pothoff, Kristi L; Lot 66 E Lang-
worthy Addition; 2517 Elm Street;
$87,950.00; $88,838.06; $888.06; $0.00;
$888.06; $506.00; $1,394.06; $888.06
1013412002; Dubuque Rescue Mission; Lot
67 E Langworthy Addition; 2511 Elm
Street; $0.00; $888.06; $888.06; $0.00;
$888.06; $506.00; $1,394.06; $888.06
1013412003; Dubuque Rescue Mission; Lot
68 E Langworthy Addition; 2505 Elm
Street; $0.00; $888.06; $888.06; $0.00;
$888.06; $506.00; $1,394.06; $888.06
1013412004; Dubuque Rescue Mission; Lot
69 E Langworthy Addition; 2501 Elm
Street; $0.00; $888.06; $888.06; $0.00;
$888.06; $506.00; $1,394.06; $888.06
15. Iowa DOT Consolidated Funding Appli-
cation - Jule Transit System: City Manager
recommending approval of the submittal of the
Consolidated Funding Application to the Iowa
Department of Transportation for The Jule's
annual operating and maintenance allocations,
the Lobbying Cost Certificate, Certificate of
Cost Allocation Plan and Authorizing Resolu-
tion. Upon motion the documents were re-
ceived and filed and Resolution No. 141-16
Approval of grant application to Iowa DOT for
Consolidated Funding was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 141-16
APPROVAL OF GRANT APPLICATION TO
IOWA DOT FOR CONSOLIDATED FUNDING
Whereas, the City of Dubuque provides
fixed-route and paratransit services for the
citizens of Dubuque; and
Whereas, the Iowa Department of Trans-
portation (IDOT) is a pass through funding
entity for federal capital and operating funds;
and
Whereas, the City has historically applied
through the IDOT for these funds; and
Whereas, the City Council finds that the
applying for the funds to be beneficial to the
Book 146 Regular Session April 18, 2016 138
continued provision of transit service for the
citizens of Dubuque.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The City Council of the City of
Dubuque, Iowa hereby endorses the attached
application to the Iowa Department of Trans-
portation, which includes a City match.
Section 2. The Iowa Department of Trans-
portation application will include requests and
mandatory certifications by the City of Dubu-
que as follows:
From the State Transit Assistance Pro-
gram:
• 2.010741% of formula funds
• Total: $282,865
From federal funds for transit in non-
urbanized areas and/or for transit serving
primarily elderly persons and persons with
disabilities:
• $46,570
From statewide federal capital assistance
for transit:
• $0
From statewide capital assistance (PTIG)
for transit:
• $600,000
From statewide federal-pass through dis-
cretionary assistance (ICAAP) for transit:
• $0
We understand acceptance of federal
transit assistance involves an agreement to
comply with certain labor protection provisions.
We certify that the City of Dubuque/The
Jule has sufficient non-federal funds to provide
required local match for capital projects and at
time of delivery will have the funds to operate
and maintain vehicles and equipment pur-
chased under this contract.
We request that State Transit Assistance
formula funding be advanced as allowed by
law, to improve system cash flow.
Section 3. That Candace Eudaley-
Loebach, Transit Manager, is authorized to on
behalf of the City Council, to apply for financial
assistance and to enter into related contract(s)
with the Iowa Department of Transportation.
Passed, adopted and approved this 18th
day of April, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
16. Downtown Rehabilitation Grant Pro-
gram Modifications: City Manager recommend-
ing approval of modifications to the City’s
Downtown Rehabilitation Incentive Program
guidelines and application. Upon motion the
documents were received, filed and approved.
17. Dubuque Police Protective Association
Bargaining Agreement: City Manager recom-
mending approval of a two-year agreement
with the Dubuque Police Protective Associa-
tion for the contract period beginning July 1,
2016. Upon motion the documents were re-
ceived and filed and Resolution No. 142-16
Approving the Agreement between the City of
Dubuque, Iowa and Dubuque Police Protective
Association and authorizing the Mayor to sign
the Agreement was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 142-16
APPROVING THE AGREEMENT BETWEEN
THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA AND
DUBUQUE POLICE PROTECTIVE ASSOCI-
ATION AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO
SIGN THE AGREEMENT
Whereas, the Sixty-Fifth General Assembly
adopted the Public Employment Relations Act,
Chapter 20, Code of Iowa; and
Whereas, the City of Dubuque is public
employer within the meaning of Section 3 (1)
of the Public Employment Relations Act; and
Whereas, the Dubuque Police Protective
Association is an employee organization within
the meaning of Section 3 (4) of the Public Em-
ployment Relations Act; and
Whereas, the Dubuque Police Protective
Association, submitted a request to bargain
collectively on behalf of the employees within
its representation; and
Whereas, bargaining between the parties
has occurred and an agreement has been
concluded.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the terms of the agreement
be approved and the Mayor authorized to sign
the collective bargaining agreement.
Passed, approved and adopted this 18th
day of April, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
18. Teamsters Collective Bargaining
Agreement Amendment: City Manager rec-
ommending approval of an Amendment to the
Collective Bargaining Agreement between the
City of Dubuque and Teamsters Local No. 120
to provide for a work week that consists of ten
hours per day and four days per week for the
Maintenance-worker, Airfield Maintenance-
workers and Airport Mechanic assigned to the
Airport Department effective from April 25,
2016 through September 30, 2016. Upon mo-
tion the documents were received, filed and
approved.
19. Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS) Grant
Application: City Manager recommending ap-
proval to apply for a Family Self-Sufficiency
Book 146 Regular Session, April 18, 2016 139
Coordinator Grant from the U.S. Department of
Housing and Urban Development (HUD) that
requests renewal funding for two positions and
new funding for one additional Family Self-
Sufficiency Program Coordinator. Upon motion
the documents were received and filed and
Resolution No. 143-16 Authorizing the Mayor
to execute an application for the HUD Family
Self-Sufficiency Program Grant and authoriz-
ing the Director of Housing and Community
Development and the City Manager to approve
the application was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 143-16
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE
AN APPLICATION FOR THE HUD FAMILY
SELF-SUFFICIENCY PROGRAM GRANT
AND AUTHORIZING THE DIRECTOR OF
HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOP-
MENT AND THE CITY MANAGER TO AP-
PROVE THE APPLICATION
Whereas, the U.S. Department of Housing
and Urban Development has published a No-
tice of Funding Availability (NOFA) for the
Family Self-Sufficiency Program to be utilized
for the salaries of program coordinators com-
bining the funding for the FSS coordinators
that serve Housing Choice Voucher (HCV)
participants and/or Public Housing (PH) partic-
ipants for Calendar Year 2017; and
Whereas, the City of Dubuque has admin-
istered Project Self-Sufficiency since Septem-
ber 1987 that became the Family Self-
Sufficiency (FSS) Program in July 1994; and
Whereas, the City of Dubuque has re-
ceived funding for an FSS coordinator contin-
uously since 1994; and
Whereas, the City of Dubuque proposes to
continue administering the FSS program.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE IOWA:
Section 1: That the Mayor is hereby au-
thorized and directed to submit an application
for the HUD FSS program grant.
Section 2: That the Director of Housing and
Community Development and the City Manag-
er are hereby authorized to approve the appli-
cation that is submitted to HUD.
Section 3: That the City Manager is hereby
authorized and directed to forward said appli-
cation and resulting standard executed con-
tract to the respective agencies in a timely
fashion and as required by the U. S. Depart-
ment of Housing and Urban Development.
Passed, approved and adopted this 18th
day of April 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
20. PEG Capital Grant Expenditure Re-
quest: City Manager recommending approval
of the Cable TV Commission's request for
funding from the Public, Educational, and
Government (PEG) Capital Grant for Access
Equipment and Facilities for the City of Dubu-
que to purchase an AERO.10 audio processor
to control the digital audio levels of CityChan-
nel Dubuque. Upon motion the documents
were received, filed and approved.
21. Pre-Annexation Agreement - Dubuque
Hardwoods/SITCO, Inc.: City Manager rec-
ommending approval of a Pre-Annexation
Agreement with Dubuque Hardwoods, Inc. and
SITCO, Inc., property owners, in conjunction
with a request for approval of the Plat of Sur-
vey for property located adjacent to the City of
Dubuque corporate limits. Upon motion the
documents were received and filed and Reso-
lution No. 144-16 Approving a Pre-Annexation
Agreement between the City of Dubuque, Iowa
and Dubuque Hardwoods, Inc. and SITCO,
Inc. was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 144-16
APPROVING A PRE-ANNEXATION
AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA AND DUBUQUE HARD-
WOODS, INC. AND SITCO, INC.
Whereas, Dubuque Hardwoods, Inc. and
SITCO, Inc., the owners of the following de-
scribed property in Dubuque County, Iowa (the
Property) have submitted to the City Council of
the City of Dubuque an application for volun-
tary annexation of the Property to the City of
Dubuque:
Lot 2 of Stone Quarry Subdivision and
Lot 1 of Gassman Quarry, Dubuque
County, Iowa; and
Whereas, Dubuque Hardwoods, Inc. and
SITCO, Inc., have entered into a Pre-
annexation Agreement with the City of Dubu-
que a copy of which is attached hereto govern-
ing the future annexation of the Property; and
Whereas, the Property is not subject to an
existing annexation moratorium; and
Whereas, the Property does not include
any state or railroad property; and
Whereas, Iowa Code Section 368.7 author-
izes the voluntary annexation of property in
Dubuque County, Iowa and the extension of
city limits by voluntary annexation; and
Whereas, the annexation of the Property is
consistent with the Comprehensive Plan of the
City of Dubuque, necessary for the future or-
derly growth and development of the City of
Dubuque, and will promote efficient and cost
effective extension of municipal services; and
Whereas, the City Council finds that the
annexation of the Property is in the public in-
terest.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Book 146 Regular Session April 18, 2016 140
Section 1. The Pre-annexation Agreement
by and between Dubuque Hardwoods, Inc.
and SITCO, Inc. and the City of Dubuque is
hereby approved.
Passed, approved and adopted this 18th
day of April, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
22. Pre-Annexation Agreement - Paul J.
and Carol A. Beckley: City Manager recom-
mending approval of a Pre-Annexation
Agreement with Paul J. and Carol A. Beckley,
property owners of Lot 5 in Twin Ridge Subdi-
vision. Upon motion the documents were re-
ceived and filed and Resolution No. 145-16
Approving a Pre-Annexation Agreement be-
tween the City of Dubuque, Iowa and Paul J.
and Carol A. Beckley was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 145-16
APPROVING A PRE-ANNEXATION
AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA AND PAUL J. AND CAR-
OL A. BECKLEY
Whereas, Paul J. and Carol A. Beckley ,
owners of the following described property in
Dubuque County, Iowa (the Property) have
submitted to the City Council of the City of
Dubuque an application for voluntary annexa-
tion of the Property to the City of Dubuque:
Lots 5 in Twin Ridge Subdivision in Ta-
ble Mound Township, Dubuque County,
Iowa according to the recorded plat
thereof; and
Whereas, Paul J. and Carol A. Beckley
have entered into a Pre-annexation Agreement
with the City of Dubuque a copy of which is
attached hereto governing the future annexa-
tion of the Property; and
Whereas, the Property is not subject to an
existing annexation moratorium; and
Whereas, the Property does not include
any state or railroad property; and
Whereas, Iowa Code Section 368.7 author-
izes the voluntary annexation of property in
Dubuque County, Iowa and the extension of
city limits by voluntary annexation; and
Whereas, the annexation of the Property is
consistent with the Comprehensive Plan of the
City of Dubuque, necessary for the future or-
derly growth and development of the City of
Dubuque, and will promote efficient and cost
effective extension of municipal services; and
Whereas, the City Council finds that the
annexation of the Property is in the public in-
terest.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The Pre-annexation Agreement
by and between Paul J. and Carol A. Beckley
and the City of Dubuque is hereby approved.
Passed, approved and adopted this 18th
day of April, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
23. Final Plat - Wombacher Acres Plat 2:
Zoning Advisory Commission recommending
approval of the Final Plat for Wombacher
Acres Plat 2, 14132 North Cascade Road.
Upon motion the documents were received
and filed and Resolution No. 146-16 Approving
the Final Plat Wombacher Acres Plat 2 in
Dubuque County, Iowa was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 146-16
APPROVING THE FINAL PLAT WOM-
BACHER ACRES PLAT 2 IN DUBUQUE
COUNTY, IOWA
Whereas, there has been filed with the City
Clerk the Final Plat Wombacher Acres Plat 2
in Dubuque County, Iowa; and
Whereas, said Final Plat provides 0 feet of
lot frontage for Lot 1, where 50 feet is required
by Section 11-14 of Title 16 of the City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances, Unified Devel-
opment Code; and
Whereas, said Final Plat has been exam-
ined by the Zoning Advisory Commission and
had its approval endorsed thereon; and
Whereas, said Final Plat has been exam-
ined by the City Council and they find that it
conforms to the statutes and ordinances relat-
ing thereto.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That Section 11-14 of Title 16 of
the Code of Ordinances, Unified Development
Code, is waived to allow 0 feet of lot frontage
for Lot 1.
Section 2. That the Final Plat Wombacher
Acres Plat 2 is hereby approved and the
Mayor and City Council are hereby authorized
and directed to endorse the approval of the
City of Dubuque, Iowa upon said Final Plat.
Passed, approved and adopted this 18th
day of April, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
24. Final Plat Gassman Quarry Plat 2: Zon-
ing Advisory Commission recommending ap-
proval of the Final Plat to Gassman Quarry
Plat 2, 10492 Highway 52 South. Upon motion
the documents were received and filed and
Resolution No. 147-16 Approving the Final
Plat Gassman Quarry Plat 2 in Dubuque
County, Iowa was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 147-16
APPROVING THE FINAL PLAT GASSMAN
QUARRY PLAT 2 IN DUBUQUE COUNTY,
IOWA
Book 146 Regular Session, April 18, 2016 141
Whereas, there has been filed with the City
Clerk a Final Plat Gassman Quarry Plat 2 in
Dubuque County, Iowa; and
Whereas, said Final Plat has been exam-
ined by the Zoning Advisory Commission and
had its approval endorsed thereon; and
Whereas, said Final Plat has been exam-
ined by the City Council and they find that it
conforms to the statutes and ordinances relat-
ing thereto.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the Final Plat Gassman
Quarry Plat 2 is hereby approved and the
Mayor and City Council are hereby authorized
and directed to endorse the approval of the
City of Dubuque, Iowa upon said Final Plat.
Passed, approved and adopted this 18th
day of April, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
25. Dubuque Bank & Trust Acceptance of
Easement Agreement: City Manager recom-
mending acceptance of a Grant of Easement
for Sidewalk and Utilities across Part of Lot 1
in Loetscher and Truebs Subdivision, and Lot
2 in Rigi Subdivision No. 2, City of Dubuque,
Iowa for the Grandview/Delhi and Grace
Roundabout Project. Upon motion the docu-
ments were received and filed and Resolution
No. 148-16 Accepting a Grant of for sidewalk
and utilities over and across part of Lot 1 in
Loetscher and Truebs Subdivision, and Lot 2
in Rigi Subdivision No. 2, City of Dubuque,
Iowa was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 148-16
ACCEPTING A GRANT OF EASEMENT FOR
SIDEWALK AND UTILITIES OVER AND
ACROSS PART OF LOT 1 IN LOETSCHER
AND TRUEBS SUBDIVISION, AND LOT 2 IN
RIGI SUBDIVISION NO. 2, CITY OF DUBU-
QUE, IOWA
Whereas, Dubuque Bank and Trust Com-
pany has executed a Grant of Easement for
Sidewalk and Utilities through, over and across
Part of Lot 1 in Loetscher and Truebs Subdivi-
sion, and Lot 2 in Rigi Subdivision No. 2, City
of Dubuque, Iowa.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The City Council of the City of
Dubuque, Iowa hereby approves of, accepts
and consents to the Grant of Easement for
Sidewalk and Utilities over and across Part of
Lot 1 in Loetscher and Truebs Subdivision,
and Lot 2 in Rigi Subdivision No. 2., City of
Dubuque, Iowa from Dubuque Bank and Trust
Company, a copy of which is attached hereto.
Section 2. The Mayor is hereby authorized
and directed to execute and acknowledge on
behalf of the City of Dubuque any instruments
in connection herewith.
Section 3. That the City Clerk be and is
hereby authorized and directed to record a
certified copy of this resolution in the offices of
the City Assessor, Dubuque County Recorder
and Dubuque County Auditor.
Passed, approved and adopted this 18th
day of April, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
26. Heritage Trail Trailhead Project TAP
Grant: City Manager recommending approval
of a request to increase the Iowa Department
of Transportation grant and to increase the
City’s local match for the Dubuque Heritage
Trailhead due to added construction costs.
Upon motion the documents were received
and filed and Resolution No. 149-16 Authoriz-
ing grant and local match funding increase for
development of Dubuque Heritage Trailhead
was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 149-16
AUTHORIZING GRANT AND LOCAL
MATCH FUNDING INCREASE FOR DEVEL-
OPMENT OF DUBUQUE HERITAGE TRAIL-
HEAD
Whereas, the Dubuque Metropolitan Area
Transportation Study (DMATS) has allocated
increased DMATS Transportation Enhance-
ment Program grant funds to $72,000 for the
development of the Dubuque Heritage Trail-
head along S. John Deere Road near US 52;
and
Whereas, the Iowa Department of Trans-
portation Study (IDOT) administers DMATS
Transportation Enhancement Program grant
funds as part of the federal pass-through fund-
ing in the IDOT Transportation Alternatives
Program; and
Whereas, the City of Dubuque is required
to allocate sufficient local funds to match the
increase in grant funds for development of the
Dubuque Heritage Trailhead.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The City Council hereby ap-
proves acceptance of the increased grant
funds and authorizes allocation of sufficient
funds as local match to develop the Dubuque
Heritage Trailhead.
Section 2. The City Council hereby pro-
vides its written assurance that the completed
project will be adequately maintained for its
intended use in accordance with grant re-
quirements.
Book 146 Regular Session April 18, 2016 142
Passed, approved and adopted this 18th
day of April, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
27. Dubuque Bank & Trust Acknowledg-
ment of Local Match - 1501 Jackson Street
Project: City Manager recommending approval
of a resolution acknowledging Dubuque Bank
& Trust’s local match, as required by the Work-
force Housing Tax Credit Project for the St.
Mary’s Project at 1501 Jackson Street. Upon
motion the documents were received and filed
and Resolution No. 150-16 Acknowledging
required match funding from Dubuque Bank
and Trust for the rehabilitation project at 1501
Jackson Street was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 150-16
ACKNOWLEDGING REQUIRED LOCAL
MATCH FUNDING FROM DUBUQUE BANK
AND TRUST FOR THE REHABILITATION
PROJECT AT 1501 JACKSON STREET
Whereas, the Friends of St. Mary’s (Devel-
oper) have committed to the redevelopment of
property at 1501 Jackson Street to create
twelve (12) affordable housing units (the Pro-
ject); and
Whereas, Developer intends to apply to the
Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA)
for Workforce Housing Tax Credits; and
Whereas, the Workforce Housing Tax
Credit application requires a local match of
funds in the amount of at least $1,000 per
housing unit; and
Whereas, Dubuque Bank and Trust has
committed $25,000 to the Project and an
anonymous donor has committed $10,000 to
the Project; and
Whereas, the City Council of the City of
Dubuque believes these donations comply
with the IEDA’s requirements for a local match
in the amount of at least $1,000 per housing
unit.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the City Council of the City
of Dubuque acknowledges the $25,000 contri-
bution from Dubuque Bank and Trust and the
$10,000 donation from the anonymous donor
as fulfilling the IEDA’s requirement for a local
match of at least $1,000 per unit for the Work-
force Housing Tax Credit application.
Passed, approved and adopted this 18th
day of April, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
28. Community Development Block Grant
Program Environmental Review Summary:
City Manager recommending approval for the
Mayor to sign the Environmental Review De-
termination as the Certifying Officer for the City
of Dubuque's Fiscal Year 2017 Community
Development Block Grant Program. Upon mo-
tion the documents were received, filed and
approved.
29. Environmental Review - Salvia House
Elevator: City Manager recommending ap-
proval for the Mayor to execute an Environ-
mental Review Determination which states that
the Salvia House Elevator Project is in compli-
ance with all Statute Authorities of 58.5 and
58.6 and can convert to Exempt. Upon motion
the documents were received, filed and ap-
proved.
30. Marquette Hall Urban Revitalization
Withdrawal of Petition: City Manager informing
the City Council that the petition to designate
an Urban Revitalization Area for Marquette
Hall has been withdrawn. Motion by Connors
to receive and filed the documents. Seconded
by Resnick. City Manager Van Milligen ex-
plained that the project was not awarded the
necessary tax credits due to a lack of state
funding and that the developers hope to re-
submit plans next year. Motion carried 7-0.
31. University Lofts Urban Revitalization
Withdrawal of Petition: City Manager informing
the City Council that the petition to designate
an Urban Revitalization Area for University
Lofts has been withdrawn. Motion by Connors
to receive and filed the documents. Seconded
by Resnick. City Manager Van Milligen ex-
plained that the project was not awarded the
necessary tax credits due to a lack of state
funding and that the developers hope to re-
submit plans next year. Motion carried 7-0.
32. Iowa League of Cities Conservation In-
novation Grant: City Manager transmitting cor-
respondence to the USDA Natural Resources
Conservation Service committing to the Iowa
League of Cities Conservation Innovation
Grant. Upon motion the document was re-
ceived and filed.
33. Mediacom Communications Company:
Correspondence from Lee Grassley, Senior
Manager of Government Relations for Media-
com Communications Company, informing the
City of programming changes being imple-
mented on or about April 30, 2016. Upon mo-
tion the document was received and filed.
34. Improvement Contracts / Performance,
Payment and Maintenance Bonds: Hawkeye
Electrical for the Dubuque City Hall Electrical
Service Project; McDermott Excavating for the
Heeb Street Retaining Wall Project; SAK Con-
struction, LLC for the FY 16 (CIPP) Sanitary
Sewer Lining Project; Top Grade Excavating
Book 146 Regular Session, April 18, 2016 143
for the Key West Drive Reconstruction Project.
Upon motion the documents were received,
filed and approved.
35. Business License Refund: Request for
liquor license refund for Cue Masters Billiards,
License No, LC0032948 located at 900 Central
Avenue. Upon motion the document was re-
ceived, filed and approved.
36. Alcohol License Applications: City
Manager recommending approval of annual
beer, liquor and wine licenses as submitted.
Upon motion the documents were received
and filed and Resolution No. 151-16 Approving
applications for beer, liquor, and/or wine per-
mits, as required by City of Dubuque Code of
Ordinances Title 4 Business and License Reg-
ulations, Chapter 2 Liquor Control, Article B
Liquor, Beer and Wine Licenses and Permits
was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 151-16
APPROVING APPLICATIONS FOR BEER,
LIQUOR, AND/OR WINE PERMITS, AS RE-
QUIRED BY CITY OF DUBUQUE CODE OF
ORDINANCES TITLE 4 BUSINESS AND LI-
CENSE REGULATIONS, CHAPTER 2 LIQ-
UOR CONTROL, ARTICLE B LIQUOR,
BEER AND WINE LICENSES AND PERMITS
Whereas, applications for Beer, Liquor,
and or Wine Permits have been submitted and
filed with the City Council for approval and the
same have been examined and approved; and
Whereas, the premises to be occupied by
such applicants were inspected and found to
comply with the Ordinances of the City and the
applicants have filed the proper fees and
bonds and otherwise complied with the re-
quirements of the Code of Ordinances.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The City Clerk is hereby author-
ized and directed to cause to be issued the
noted permit types to the following applicants
pending submission of the locally required
documentation:
Renewals
Catfish Charlie's, 1630 E. 16th St., Class C
Liquor (Outdoor) (Sunday)
Dubuque Lodge No. 355, 2635 Windsor Ave.,
Class A Liquor (Outdoor) (Sunday)
Joliet Building Corp, 781 Locust St., Class C
Liquor (Outdoor) (Sunday)
Lina's Thai Bistro, 2055 Holliday Dr., Class C
Liquor, Class B Wine (Sunday)
Loras College Campus, 1450 Alta Vista St.,
Class C Liquor (Catering (Sunday)
Monks Kaffee Pub, 373 Bluff St., Class C Liq-
uor (Outdoor) (Sunday)
Stone Cliff Winery, Inc., 600 Star Brewery Dr.,
Class C Native Wine
The Hub, 253 Main St., Class C Liquor (Sun-
day)
New
McAleece Parks and Recreation Complex,
1801 Admiral Sheehy Dr., Class B Beer,
Class B Native Wine (Outdoor) (Sunday)
Oky Doky #8 Foods, 535 Hill St., Class E liq-
uor, Class B Wine, Class C Beer (Sunday)
Passed, approved and adopted this 18th
day of April, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
ITEMS SET FOR PUBLIC HEARING
Motion by Lynch to receive and file the
documents, adopt the resolutions, set the pub-
lic hearings as indicated, and direct the City
Clerk to publish notice as prescribed by law.
Seconded by Connors. Motion carried 7-0.
1. Fiscal Year 2016 Second Budget
Amendment: City Manager recommending the
second Fiscal Year 2016 Budget Amendment
be set for public hearing for May 2, 2016. Up-
on motion the documents were received and
filed and Resolution No. 152-16 Setting the
date for the public hearing on Amendment No.
2 to the Fiscal Year 2016 Budget for the City of
Dubuque was adopted setting a public hearing
for a meeting to commence at 6:30 p.m. on
May 2, 2016 in the Historic Federal Building.
RESOLUTION NO. 152-16
SETTING THE DATE FOR THE PUBLIC
HEARING ON AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO THE
FISCAL YEAR 2016 BUDGET FOR THE
CITY OF DUBUQUE
Whereas, Iowa Code Section 384.16 pro-
vides that the City Council shall set a time and
place for a public hearing on amendments to
the budget and publish notice before the hear-
ing as provided in Iowa Code Section 362.3.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the City Council shall con-
duct a public hearing on proposed Amendment
No. 2 to the Fiscal Year 2016 budget for the
City of Dubuque at the City Council Chambers
at the Historic Federal Building, 350 West 6th
Street, Dubuque, Iowa on Monday, May 2,
2016, beginning at 6:30 p.m.
Section 2. That the City Clerk be and is
hereby authorized and directed to publish no-
tice of the public hearing, according to law,
together with the required budget information.
Passed, approved and adopted this 18th
day of April 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Book 146 Regular Session April 18, 2016 144
2. Dubuque Industrial Center South Verena
Court Project: City Manager recommending
initiation of the public bidding procedure for the
Dubuque Industrial Center South, Verena
Court Project, and further recommends that a
public hearing be set for May 2, 2016. Upon
motion the documents were received and filed
and Resolution No. 153-16 Preliminary ap-
proval of plans, specifications, form of con-
tract, and estimated cots; setting date of public
hearing on plans, specifications, form of con-
tract, and estimated cost; and ordering the
advertisement for bids was adopted setting a
public hearing for a meeting to commence at
6:30 p.m. on May 2, 2016 in the Historic Fed-
eral Building.
RESOLUTION NO. 153-16
DUBUQUE INDUSTRIAL CENTER SOUTH,
VERENA COURT PROJECT
PRELIMINARY APPROVAL OF PLANS,
SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT,
AND ESTIMATED COST; SETTING DATE
OF PUBLIC HEARING ON PLANS, SPECI-
FICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND
ESTIMATED COST; AND ORDERING THE
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
The proposed plans, specifications, form of
contract and estimated cost for the Dubuque
Industrial Center South, Verena Court Project
in the estimated amount $245,157.00, are
hereby preliminarily approved and ordered
filed in the office of the City Clerk for public
inspection.
A public hearing will be held on the 2nd day
of May, 2016, at 6:30 p.m. in the Historic Fed-
eral Building Council Chambers (second floor)
350 W. 6th Street, Dubuque, Iowa at which
time interested persons may appear and be
heard for or against the proposed plans and
specifications, form of contract and estimated
cost of said Project, and the City Clerk be and
is hereby directed to cause the attached notice
of the time and place of such hearing to be
published in a newspaper having general cir-
culation in the City of Dubuque, Iowa which
notice shall be published not less than four
days nor more than twenty days prior to the
date of such hearing. At the hearing, any inter-
ested person may appear and file objections to
the proposed plans, specifications, form of
contract, or estimated cost of the Project.
The Dubuque Industrial Center South,
Verena Court Project is hereby ordered to be
advertised for bids for construction.
The amount of the security to accompany
each bid shall be in an amount which shall
conform to the provisions of the Notice to Bid-
ders hereby approved.
The City Clerk is hereby directed to adver-
tise for bids for the construction of the im-
provements herein provided, by publishing the
attached Notice to Bidders to be published in a
newspaper having general circulation in the
City of Dubuque, Iowa be published on the
City’s website, be published in a state-wide
plan room and be submitted to statewide lead
agency and which notice shall be published
not less than thirteen but not more than forty-
five days before the date for filing bids before
2:00 p.m. on the 2nd day of May, 2016. Bids
shall be opened and read by the City Clerk at
said time and will be submitted to the City
Council for final action at 6:30 p.m. on the 16th
day of May, 2016, in the Historic Federal Build-
ing Council Chambers (second floor), 350
West 6th Street, Dubuque, Iowa.
Passed, adopted and approved this 18th
day of April, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
3. Grandview Avenue, Delhi Street and
Grace Street Roundabout Project: City Man-
ager recommending initiation of the public bid-
ding procedure for the North Grandview Ave-
nue and Delhi Street Roundabout Intersection
Improvement Project, and further recommends
that a public hearing be set for May 2, 2016.
Upon motion the documents were received
and filed and Resolution No. 154-16 Prelimi-
nary 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 was adopted setting a
public hearing for a meeting to commence at
6:30 p.m. on May 2, 2016 in the Historic Fed-
eral Building.
RESOLUTION NO. 154-16
NORTH GRANDVIEW AVENUE AND DELHI
STREET ROUNDABOUT INTERSECTION
IMPROVEMENT PROJECT, PRELIMINARY
APPROVAL OF PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS,
FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATED
COST; SETTING DATE OF PUBLIC HEAR-
ING ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM
OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATED COST;
AND ORDERING THE ADVERTISEMENT
FOR BIDS
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
The proposed plans, specifications, form of
contract and estimated cost for the North
Grandview Avenue and Delhi Street Rounda-
bout Intersection Improvement Project in the
estimated amount $839,164.63, are hereby
preliminarily approved and ordered filed in the
office of the City Clerk for public inspection.
Book 146 Regular Session, April 18, 2016 145
A public hearing will be held on the 2nd day
of May, 2016, at 6:30 p.m. in the Historic Fed-
eral Building Council Chambers (second floor)
350 W. 6th Street, Dubuque, Iowa at which
time interested persons may appear and be
heard for or against the proposed plans and
specifications, form of contract and estimated
cost of said Project, and the City Clerk be and
is hereby directed to cause the attached notice
of the time and place of such hearing to be
published in a newspaper having general cir-
culation in the City of Dubuque, Iowa which
notice shall be published not less than four
days nor more than twenty days prior to the
date of such hearing. At the hearing, any inter-
ested person may appear and file objections to
the proposed plans, specifications, form of
contract, or estimated cost of the Project.
The North Grandview Avenue and Delhi
Street Roundabout Intersection Improvement
Project is hereby ordered to be advertised for
bids for construction.
The amount of the security to accompany
each bid shall be in an amount which shall
conform to the provisions of the Notice to Bid-
ders hereby approved.
The City Clerk is hereby directed to adver-
tise for bids for the construction of the im-
provements herein provided, by publishing the
attached Notice to Bidders to be published in a
newspaper having general circulation in the
City of Dubuque, Iowa which notice shall be
published not less than four but not more than
forty-five days before the date for filing bids
before 2:00 p.m. on the 5th day of May, 2016.
Bids shall be opened and read by the City
Clerk at said time and will be submitted to the
City Council for final action at 6:30 p.m. on the
16th day of May, 2016, in the Historic Federal
Building Council Chambers (second floor), 350
West 6th Street, Dubuque, Iowa.
Passed, adopted and approved this 18th
day of April, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
4. Development Agreement - Friends of St.
Mary's/Steeple Square, 1501 Jackson Street:
City Manager recommending setting a public
hearing for May 2, 2016, on entering into a
Development Agreement with Friends of St.
Mary’s D/B/A Steeple Square for the property
located at 1501 Jackson Street. Upon motion
the documents were received and filed and
Resolution No. 155-16 Fixing the date for a
public hearing of the City Council of the City of
Dubuque, Iowa on the proposed issuance of
Urban Renewal Tax Increment Revenue Obli-
gations and the execution of a Development
Agreement relating thereto with Friends of St.
Mary’s D/B/A/ Steeple Square, and providing
for the publication of notice thereof was adopt-
ed setting a public hearing for a meeting to
commence at 6:30 p.m. on May 2, 2016 in the
Historic Federal Building.
RESOLUTION NO. 155-16
FIXING THE DATE FOR A PUBLIC HEAR-
ING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF DUBUQUE, IOWA ON THE PROPOSED
ISSUANCE OF URBAN RENEWAL TAX IN-
CREMENT REVENUE OBLIGATIONS AND
THE EXECUTION OF A DEVELOPMENT
AGREEMENT RELATING THERETO WITH
FRIENDS OF ST. MARY’S D/B/A/ STEEPLE
SQUARE, AND PROVIDING FOR THE PUB-
LICATION OF NOTICE THEREOF
Whereas, City and Friends of St. Mary’s
D/B/A/ Steeple Square have entered into a
Development Agreement, subject to the ap-
proval of the City Council, a copy of which is
now on file at the Office of the City Clerk, City
Hall, 50 W. 13th Street, Dubuque, Iowa; and
Whereas, the City Council has tentatively
determined that it would be in the best inter-
ests of the City to approve the Development
Agreement, with Friends of St. Mary’s D/B/A/
Steeple Square; and
Whereas, it is deemed necessary and ad-
visable that City should authorize Urban Re-
newal Tax Increment Revenue obligations, as
provided by Chapter 403 of the Code of Iowa
and to enter into the Development Agreement
relating thereto for the purpose of carrying out
the rehabilitation of property located at 1501
Jackson Street as hereinafter described; and
Whereas, before said obligations may be
approved, Chapter 403 of the Code of Iowa
requires that the City Clerk publish a notice of
the proposal and of the time and place of the
meeting at which the City Council proposes to
take action thereon and at which meeting the
City Council shall receive oral and/or written
objections from any resident or property owner
of said City to such proposed action.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The City Clerk is hereby author-
ized and directed to cause a notice to be pub-
lished as prescribed by Iowa Code Section
403.9 of a public hearing on the City's intent to
authorize Urban Renewal Tax Increment Rev-
enue obligations, to be held on the 2nd day of
May, 2016, at 6:30 o'clock p.m. in the City
Council Chambers at the Historic Federal
Building, 350 W. 6th St., Dubuque, Iowa.
Section 2. The City Council will meet at
said time and place for the purpose of taking
action on the matter of authorizing Urban Re-
newal Tax Increment Revenue obligations and
the execution of the Development Agreement
relating thereto with Friends of St. Mary’s
D/B/A/ Steeple Square, the proceeds of which
Book 146 Regular Session April 18, 2016 146
obligations will be used to carry out certain of
the special financing activities described in the
Amended and Restated Urban Renewal Plan
for the Greater Downtown Urban Renewal
District, consisting of the funding of economic
developments grants to Friends of St. Mary’s
D/B/A/ Steeple Square pursuant to the Devel-
opment Agreement. It is expected that the
aggregate amount of the Tax Increment Reve-
nue obligations to be issued will be approxi-
mately $260,000.
Section 3. The Clerk is hereby directed to
cause at least one publication to be made of a
notice of said meeting, in a newspaper, printed
wholly in the English language, published at
least once weekly, and having general circula-
tion in said City, said publication to be not less
than four days nor more than twenty days be-
fore the date of said meeting on the issuance
of said obligations.
Section 4. That the notice of the proposed
action to issue said obligations shall be in sub-
stantially the form attached hereto.
Passed, approved and adopted this 18th
day of April, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
BOARDS/COMMISSIONS
Applications were reviewed for the follow-
ing Board/Commission. Applicants were invit-
ed to address the City Council regarding their
desire to serve on the following
Boards/Commissions.
1. Human Rights Commission (Review):
Two, 3-year terms through January 1, 2017
(Vacant terms of Engling and Melchert). Appli-
cants: Jeff Lenhart, 1274 Locust St. #3; Jay
Schiesl, 195 W. 17th St. The application for
Beverly Maas was removed from considera-
tion. Mr. Lenhart and Mr. Schiesl spoke in
support of their respective appointments.
Appointment was made to the following
Commission.
2. Sister City Relationships Advisory
Commission: One, 3-year term through Febru-
ary 1, 2019 (Vacant term of Zygmont). Appli-
cant: Rachel McDermott, 1007 ½ W. 3rd St.
Motion by Connors to appoint Ms. McDermott
to a 3-year term. Seconded by Lynch. Motion
carried 7-0.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Upon motion the rules were suspended al-
lowing anyone present to address the City
Council on the following items.
1. Request to Rezone Property at 1710
and 1730 University Avenue: Proof of publica-
tion on notice of public hearing to consider
approval of a request from Tom Tiefenthaler to
rezone property located at 1710 & 1730 Uni-
versity Avenue from R-2 Two Family Residen-
tial to C-2 Neighborhood Shopping Center
District and the Zoning Advisory Commission
recommending approval. Motion by Connors 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. Developer Tom Tiefenthaler spoke in
support of the request, described resolving the
driveway alignment for clearance distance and
safety and stated that all homes on the site are
currently vacant with tenants having relocated.
Planning Services Manager Laura Carstens
provided a staff report. Motion carried 7-0.
Motion by Connors for final consideration
and passage of Ordinance No. 9-16 Amending
Title 16 of the City of Dubuque Code of Ordi-
nances, Unified Development Code, by reclas-
sifying hereinafter described property located
at 1710 and 1730 University Avenue from R-2
Two-Family Residential District to C-2 Neigh-
borhood Shopping Center District. Seconded
by Resnick. Motion carried 7-0.
OFFICIAL PUBLICATION
ORDINANCE NO. 9-16
AMENDING TITLE 16 OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE CODE OF ORDINANCES, UNI-
FIED DEVELOPMENT CODE, BY RECLAS-
SIFYING HEREINAFTER DESCRIBED
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1710 AND 1730
UNIVERSITY AVENUE FROM R-2 TWO-
FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT TO C-2
NEIGHBORHOOD SHOPPING CENTER
DISTRICT
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That Title 16 of the City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances, Unified Devel-
opment Code, is hereby amended by reclassi-
fying the hereinafter–described property from
R-2 Two-Family Residential District to C-2
Neighborhood Office Commercial District, to
wit:
Lots 14, 15, and 16 of Morheiser’s
Subdivision, and to the centerline of the
adjoining public right-of-way, all in the
City of Dubuque, Iowa.
Section 2. That the foregoing amendment
has heretofore been reviewed by the Zoning
Advisory Commission of the City of Dubuque,
Iowa.
Section 3. This Ordinance shall take effect
immediately upon publication as provided by
law.
Book 146 Regular Session, April 18, 2016 147
Passed, approved and adopted this 18th
day of April, 2016.
/s/Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: /s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Published officially in the Telegraph Herald
newspaper on the 22nd day of April, 2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
2. Request to Rezone Property at 1690
Elm Street: Proof of publication on notice of
public hearing to consider approval of a re-
quest from Gary Carner to rezone property
located at 1690 Elm Street from LI Light Indus-
trial to C-4 Downtown Commercial District and
the Zoning Advisory Commission recommend-
ing approval. Motion by Connors to receive
and file the documents and that the require-
ment that a proposed ordinance be considered
and voted on for passage at two Council meet-
ings prior to the meeting at which it is to be
passed be suspended. Seconded by Lynch.
Planning Services Manager Laura Carstens
provided a staff report. Council Member Con-
nors asked that staff review the southbound,
left-turn lane and street parking at 16th and
Elm Streets as this project may add to the al-
ready increased traffic in the area. Motion car-
ried 7-0.
Motion by Connors for final consideration
and passage of Ordinance No. 10-16 Amend-
ing Title 16 of the City of Dubuque Code of
Ordinances, Unified Development Code, by
reclassifying hereinafter described property
located at 1690 Elm Street from LI Light Indus-
trial District to C-4 Downtown Commercial Dis-
trict. Seconded by Resnick. Motion carried 7-0.
OFFICIAL PUBLICATION
ORDINANCE NO. 10-16
AMENDING TITLE 16 OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE CODE OF ORDINANCES, UNI-
FIED DEVELOPMENT CODE, BY RECLAS-
SIFYING HEREINAFTER DESCRIBED
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1690 ELM
STREET FROM LI LIGHT INDUSTRIAL DIS-
TRICT TO C-4 DOWNTOWN COMMERCIAL
DISTRICT
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That Title 16 of the City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances, Unified Devel-
opment Code, is hereby amended by reclassi-
fying the hereinafter–described property from
LI Light Industrial District to C-4 Downtown
Shopping District, to wit:
Parcel ID #1024279001 and
#1024279002, and to the centerline of
the adjoining public right-of-way, all in
the City of Dubuque, Iowa.
Section 2. That the foregoing amendment
has heretofore been reviewed by the Zoning
Advisory Commission of the City of Dubuque,
Iowa.
Section 3. This Ordinance shall take effect
immediately upon publication as provided by
law.
Passed, approved and adopted this 18th
day of April, 2016.
/s/Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: /s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Published officially in the Telegraph Herald
newspaper on the 22nd day of April, 2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
3. 2016 Pavement Marking Project: Proof
of publication on notice of public hearing to
consider approval of the plans, specifications,
form of contract, and estimated cost for the
2016 Pavement Marking Project and the City
Manager recommending approval. Motion by
Lynch to receive and file the documents and
adopt Resolution No. 156-16 Approval of
plans, specifications, form of contract, and
estimated cost for the 2016 Pavement Marking
Project. Seconded by Connors. Motion carried
7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 156-16
APPROVAL OF PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS,
FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATED
COST FOR THE 2016 PAVEMENT MARK-
ING PROJECT
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
That the proposed plans, specifications,
form of contract and estimated cost for the
2016 Pavement Marking Project, in the esti-
mated amount $143,780.29, are hereby ap-
proved.
Passed, adopted and approved this 18th
day of April, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Upon motion the rules were reinstated lim-
iting discussion to the City Council.
ACTION ITEMS
1. Cottingham & Butler, Inc. - Iowa Eco-
nomic Development Authority Application
Support: City Manager recommending approv-
al of the submission of an Iowa Economic De-
velopment Assistance Application on behalf of
Cottingham & Butler, Inc. for its proposed in-
vestment for the expansion of operations in
Dubuque. Motion by Lynch to receive and file
the documents and adopt Resolution No. 157-
16 Authorizing the filing of an application for
State Business Financial Assistance on Behalf
of Cottingham & Butler, Inc. Seconded by
Connors. Motion carried 7-0.
Book 146 Regular Session April 18, 2016 148
RESOLUTION NO. 157-16
AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF AN APPLI-
CATION FOR STATE BUSINESS FINAN-
CIAL ASSISTANCE ON BEHALF OF COT-
TINGHAM & BUTLER, INC.
Whereas, Cottingham & Butler, Inc. has
proposed making a Two Million Three Hundred
Sixty-Five Thousand Dollar ($2,365,000.00)
investment for tenant improvements of a twen-
ty-five thousand square foot (25,000 sq. ft.)
office facility in the City of Dubuque, Iowa ; and
Whereas, the City Council of the City of
Dubuque, Iowa has considered the proposal
and has determined that the proposed project
will contribute to the local economy through
the creation of ninety (90) full-time jobs in the
City, seventy-five (75) of which qualify for the
Iowa Economic Development Authority Busi-
ness Financial Assistance Program; and
Whereas, financial assistance from the Io-
wa Economic Development Authority is de-
signed to assist in the economic development
efforts of local jurisdictions; and
Whereas, the Iowa Economic Development
Authority has requested execution of an Eco-
nomic Development Assistance Contract in
order to finalize incentives and document as-
sociated terms for the tenant improvements of
Cottingham & Butler, Inc.’s proposed location
at 700 Locust Street in the City.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the filing of an Application
for participation in the Iowa Economic Devel-
opment Authority’s Financial Assistance Pro-
gram on behalf of Cottingham & Butler, Inc., a
copy of which is attached hereto, is hereby
approved.
Section 2. That the Mayor is hereby au-
thorized to execute and the City Manager is
hereby directed to submit the Application to
the Iowa Economic Development Authority
together with such other documents as may be
required.
Passed, approved, and adopted this 18th
day of April, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
2. Paragon Square Urban Revitalization
Designation: City Manager recommending
adoption of a resolution adopting the Paragon
Square Urban Revitalization Area Plan for the
Paragon Square Urban Revitalization Area
(former Holy Ghost School) and adoption of an
ordinance establishing the Paragon Square
Urban Revitalization Area. Motion by Lynch to
receive and file the documents and adopt
Resolution No. 158-16 Approving the adoption
of an Urban Revitalization Plan for the Para-
gon Square Urban Revitalization Area. Se-
conded by Connors. Motion carried 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 158-16
APPROVING THE ADOPTION OF AN UR-
BAN REVITALIZATION PLAN FOR THE
PARAGON SQUARE URBAN REVITALIZA-
TION AREA
Whereas, the City Council of the City of
Dubuque (the City), Iowa on November 16,
2015, approved Resolution No. 402-15, a
resolution of finding that the designation of the
Paragon Square Urban Revitalization Plan is
necessary to encourage needed housing and
residential development providing safe, afford-
able housing for the residents of the City of
Dubuque, Iowa and the property meets the
criteria for Urban Revitalization as defined in
Section 404.1(5) of the Iowa Code; and
Whereas, on January 19, 2016 the City re-
viewed a proposed Urban Revitalization Plan
(the Plan) for the Paragon Square Urban Revi-
talization Area, and scheduled, by Resolution
No, 20-16, a public hearing to be held on
March 7, 2016 on the proposed adoption of the
Plan; and
Whereas, on February 17, 2016, the Long
Range Planning Advisory Commission re-
viewed the plan and provided comment to City
Council; and
Whereas, the City ordered the Clerk to
publish notice of a public hearing on the Plan
to be held on March 7, 2016 on the proposed
adoption of the Plan; and
Whereas the City Clerk published the no-
tice of public hearing on February 19, 2016;
and
Whereas owners of record were notified by
ordinary mail at least thirty days prior to the
public hearing; and
Whereas, the City has held the required
public hearing after the required thirty day re-
view period, and has not received a valid peti-
tion requesting a second public hearing within
thirty days after the public hearing held on
March 7, 2016.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The Urban Revitalization Plan
for 2887 Central Avenue – Lot 2 – I Paragon
Square, Dubuque Iowa and 2901 Central Ave-
nue – Lot 1 – I Paragon Square, Dubuque
Iowa according to the recorded plat thereof,
known as the Paragon Square Urban Revitali-
zation Area is hereby approved.
Passed, approved and adopted this 18th
day of April, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Motion by Connors to receive and file the
documents and that the requirement that a
proposed ordinance be considered and voted
Book 146 Regular Session, April 18, 2016 149
on for passage at two Council meetings prior
to the meeting at which it is to be passed be
suspended. Seconded by Rios. Motion carried
7-0.
Motion by Connors for final consideration
and passage of Ordinance No. 11-16 Amend-
ing City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances Title
3, Revenue and Taxation, Chapter 2 Revitali-
zation Areas, by adopting a new Section 12
Paragon Square, Establishing the Paragon
Square Urban Revitalization Area, and estab-
lishing requirements for qualifying property
owners. Seconded by Resnick. Motion carried
7-0.
OFFICIAL PUBLICATION
ORDINANCE NO. 11-16
AMENDING CITY OF DUBUQUE CODE OF
ORDINANCES TITLE 3, REVENUE AND
TAXATION, CHAPTER 2 REVITALIZATION
AREAS, BY ADOPTING A NEW SECTION 12
PARAGON SQUARE, ESTABLISHING THE
PARAGON SQUARE URBAN REVITALIZA-
TION AREA, AND ESTABLISHING RE-
QUIREMENTS FOR QUALIFYING PROPER-
TY OWNERS
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. City of Dubuque Code of Ordi-
nances Title 3, Chapter 2 is hereby amended
by adding the following:
3-2-12: Paragon Square
The area hereinafter described is hereby
designated as the PARAGON SQUARE Urban
Revitalization Area in accordance with the
code of Iowa:
2887 Central Avenue – Lot 2 – I Para-
gon Square, Dubuque IA
2901 Central Avenue – Lot 1 – I Para-
gon Square Dubuque IA according to
the recorded plat thereof.
Section 2. The Paragon Square Urban Re-
vitalization Plan as attached to this ordinance
is hereby adopted and approved and the prop-
erties within said described area shall be sub-
ject to the provisions of said plan.
Section 3. That the Paragon Square Urban
Revitalization Plan shall hereafter be on file in
the City Clerk’s Office, City Hall, Dubuque,
Iowa.
Section 4. That the City Clerk is hereby au-
thorized and directed to publish this Ordinance
on or after April 18, 2016, provided that the
City Clerk prior to that date has received no
valid petition requesting a second public hear-
ing, and in the event such petition has been
received, then this Ordinance shall be null and
void.
Passed, approved and adopted this 18th
day of April, 2016.
/s/Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: /s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Published officially in the Telegraph Herald
newspaper on the 22nd day of April, 2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
3. Lange Estate Urban Revitalization Plan
Designation: City Manager recommending
adoption of a resolution approving the Urban
Revitalization Plan for the Lange Estate Urban
Revitalization Area (Applewood IV) and adop-
tion of an ordinance establishing the Lange
Estate Urban Revitalization Area. Motion by
Connors to receive and file the documents and
adopt Resolution No. 159-16 Approving the
adoption of an Urban Revitalization Plan for
the Lange Estate Urban Revitalization Area.
Seconded by Lynch. Motion carried 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 159-16
APPROVING THE ADOPTION OF AN UR-
BAN REVITALIZATION PLAN FOR THE
LANGE ESTATE URBAN REVITALIZATION
AREA
Whereas, the City Council of the City of
Dubuque (the City), Iowa on November 16,
2015 City Council approved Resolution No.
400-15, a resolution of finding that the desig-
nation of the Lange Estate urban Revitalization
Plan is necessary to encourage needed hous-
ing and residential development providing
safe, affordable housing for the residents of
the City of Dubuque, Iowa and the property
meets the criteria for Urban Revitalization as
defined in Section 404.1(5) of the Iowa Code;
and
Whereas, on January 19, 2016 the City re-
viewed a proposed Urban Revitalization Plan
(the Plan) for the Lange Estate Urban Revitali-
zation Area, and scheduled, by Resolution No,
15-15, a public hearing to be held on March
7th, 2016 on the proposed adoption of the
Plan; and
Whereas, on February 17, 2016, the Long
Range Planning Advisory Commission re-
viewed the plan and provided comment to City
Council at the public hearing; and
Whereas, the City ordered the Clerk to
publish notice of a public hearing on the Plan
to be held on March 7, 2016 on the proposed
adoption of the Plan; and
Whereas the City Clerk published the no-
tice of public hearing on February 19, 2016;
and
Whereas owners of record were notified by
ordinary mail at least thirty days prior to the
public hearing; and
Whereas, the City has held the required
public hearing after the required 30 day review
period, and has not received a valid petition
requesting a second public hearing within thirty
days after the public hearing held on March 7,
2016.
Book 146 Regular Session April 18, 2016 150
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The Urban Revitalization Plan
for Lot Two of Lange Estate in the County of
Dubuque, City of Dubuque, Iowa according to
the recorded plat thereof, known as the Lange
Estate Urban Revitalization Area is hereby
approved.
Passed, approved and adopted this 18th
day of April, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
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 Connors. Motion
carried 7-0.
Motion by Resnick for final consideration
and passage of Ordinance No. 12-16 Amend-
ing City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances Title
3, Revenue and Taxation, Chapter 2 Revitali-
zation Areas, by adopting a new Section 11
Lange Estate, establishing the Lange Estate
Urban Revitalization Area, and establishing
requirements for qualifying property owners.
Seconded by Rios. Motion carried 7-0.
OFFICIAL PUBLICATION
ORDINANCE NO. 12-16
AMENDING CITY OF DUBUQUE CODE OF
ORDINANCES TITLE 3, REVENUE AND
TAXATION, CHAPTER 2 REVITALIZATION
AREAS, BY ADOPTING A NEW SECTION 11
LANGE ESTATE, ESTABLISHING THE
LANGE ESTATE URBAN REVITALIZATION
AREA, AND ESTABLISHING REQUIRE-
MENTS FOR QUALIFYING PROPERTY
OWNERS
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. City of Dubuque Code of Ordi-
nances Title 3, Chapter 2 is hereby amended
by adding the following:
3-2-11: Lange Estate
The area hereinafter described is hereby
designated as the Lange Estate Urban Revital-
ization Area in accordance with the code of
Iowa:
Lot Two of Lange Estate in the County
of Dubuque, IA City of Dubuque, City of
Dubuque, Iowa according to the rec-
orded plat thereof.
Section 2. The Lange Estate Urban Revi-
talization Plan as attached to this ordinance is
hereby adopted and approved and the proper-
ties within said described area shall be subject
to the provisions of said plan.
Section 3. That the Lange Estate Urban
Revitalization Plan shall hereafter be on file in
the City Clerk’s Office, City Hall, Dubuque,
Iowa.
Section 4. That the City Clerk is hereby au-
thorized and directed to publish this Ordinance
on or after April 18, 2016, provided that the
City Clerk prior to that date has received no
valid petition requesting a second public hear-
ing, and in the event such petition has been
received, then this Ordinance shall be null and
void.
Passed, approved and adopted this 18th
day of April, 2016.
/s/Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: /s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Published officially in the Telegraph Herald
newspaper on the 22nd day of April, 2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
4. East/West Corridor Protective Property
Acquisition at University Avenue and Asbury
Road: City Manager recommending approval
to acquire property at the intersection of Uni-
versity Avenue and Asbury Road from Fahey
Family/Rainbo Oil Company to preserve the
corridor identified in the East-West Corridor
Connectivity Study and the future reconstruc-
tion of the University Avenue - Asbury Road
Intersection. Motion by Connors to receive and
file the documents and adopt Resolution No.
160-16 Approving the acquisition of real estate
owned by Fahey Family / Rainbo Oil Compa-
ny, in the City of Dubuque. Seconded by Del
Toro. City Council discussed the need for the
project and the citizen communications they
received expressing concerns over project
funding. City Manager Van Milligen explained
that since 80 percent of the project is federally
funded, the funds cannot be used toward debt
repayment adding that the project does not
incur additional city debt. Motion carried 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 160-16
APPROVING THE ACQUISITION OF REAL
ESTATE OWNED BY FAHEY FAMILY /
RAINBO OIL COMPANY, IN THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE
Whereas, the City of Dubuque (City) in-
tends to acquire certain real property owned
by Fahey Family / Rainbo Oil Company (Own-
er), at the intersection of University Avenue
and Asbury Road legally described as follows
(the Property):
Lot 1: NW 25 feet of Lot 2 Finley Addition
Lot 2: SE 41 feet of Lot 2 in Finley Addition
Lot 3: Lot 1-1 and 2-1 in Finley Addition
Lot 4: Lot 1 of Mineral Lot 170
Lot 5: Lot 4, 1-3, 2-3, 2-2 and 1-2 all in
Mineral Lot 170
all in the City of Dubuque, Dubuque Coun-
ty, Iowa
Book 146 Regular Session, April 18, 2016 151
for the purpose of as an advance protective
purchase to preserve the corridor identified in
the East – West Corridor Connectivity Study;
and
Whereas, Iowa law requires that City must
make a good faith effort to negotiate with the
Owner to purchase the Property before pro-
ceeding with condemnation; and
Whereas, an Offer to Buy and Acceptance
has been negotiated with the Owner; and
Whereas, it is in the best interest of the
City to acquire the property under the terms of
the Offer to Buy and Acceptance.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the City Council of the City
of Dubuque, Iowa hereby approves the Offer
to Buy Real Estate and Acceptance attached
hereto.
Section 2. That the City of Dubuque be and
is hereby authorized to accept a Warranty
Deed to the Property, conveying the owner’s
interest to the City of Dubuque, Iowa for the
herein described real estate
Section 3. That the City Attorney be and is
hereby authorized and directed to cause said
Warranty Deed to be recorded in the office of
the Dubuque County Recorder, together with a
certified copy of this Resolution.
Section 4. That the City Attorney be and is
hereby directed to forward a copy of this Reso-
lution to the Dubuque County Assessor and
the Dubuque County Auditor.
Passed, approved and adopted this 18th
day of April, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
5. Dubuque Industrial Center Building Pad
1 Sanitary Sewer Extension Project Award:
City Manager recommending award of the
construction contract for the Dubuque Industri-
al Center Building Pad 1 Sanitary Sewer Ex-
tension Project to the low bidder McDermott
Excavating. Motion by Connors to receive and
file the documents and adopt Resolution No.
161-16 Awarding public improvement contract
for the Dubuque Industrial Center South, Build-
ing Pad 1 Sanitary Sewer Extension. Second-
ed by Del Toro. Motion carried 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 161-16
AWARDING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT CON-
TRACT FOR THE DUBUQUE INDUSTRIAL
CENTER SOUTH, BUILDING PAD 1 SANI-
TARY SEWER EXTENSION
Whereas, sealed proposals have been
submitted by contractors for the Dubuque In-
dustrial Center South, Building Pad 1 Sanitary
Sewer Extension Project, (the Project) pursu-
ant to Resolution No. 100-16 and Notice to
Bidders published in a newspaper published in
the City of Dubuque, Iowa on the 25th day of
March, 2016; and
Whereas, said sealed proposals were
opened and read on the 7th day of April, 2016
and it has been determined that McDermott
Excavating of Dubuque, Iowa with a bid in the
amount of $77,256.85 is the lowest respon-
sive, responsible bidder for the Project.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
That a Public Improvement Contract for the
Project is hereby awarded to McDermott Ex-
cavating and the City Manager is hereby di-
rected to execute a Public Improvement Con-
tract on behalf of the City of Dubuque for the
Project.
Passed, approved and adopted this 18th
day of April, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
6. 2016 Sewershed 7, 11 and 12 Manhole
Replacement Project Award: City Manager
recommending award of the construction con-
tract for the 2016 Sewershed 7, 11 and 12
Manhole Replacement Project to the low bid-
der Connolly Construction, Inc. Motion by
Lynch to receive and file the documents and
adopt Resolution No. 162-16 Awarding public
improvement contract for the FY16 Sewershed
7, 11, and 12 Sanitary Sewer Manhole Project.
Seconded by Resnick. Motion carried 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 162-16
AWARDING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT CON-
TRACT FOR THE FY16 SEWERSHED 7, 11
AND 12 SANITARY SEWER MANHOLE
PROJECT
Whereas, sealed proposals have been
submitted by contractors for the FY16 Sew-
ershed 7, 11 and 12 Sanitary Sewer Manhole
Project, (the Project) pursuant to Resolution
No. 101-16 and Notice to Bidders published in
a newspaper published in the City of Dubuque,
Iowa on the 25th day of March, 2016; and
Whereas, said sealed proposals were
opened and read on the 7th day of April, 2016
and it has been determined that Connolly
Construction, Inc. of Peosta, Iowa with a bid in
the amount of $110,274.20 is the lowest re-
sponsive, responsible bidder for the Project.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
That a Public Improvement Contract for the
Project is hereby awarded to Connolly Con-
struction, Inc. and the City Manager is hereby
directed to execute a Public Improvement
Contract on behalf of the City of Dubuque for
the Project.
Book 146 Regular Session April 18, 2016 152
Passed, approved and adopted this 18th
day of April, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
7. Key West Drive Reconstruction Project
Award: City Manager recommending award of
the construction contract for the Key West
Drive Reconstruction Project to the low bidder
Top Grade Excavating, Inc. Motion by Lynch to
receive and file the documents and adopt
Resolution No. 163-16 Awarding public im-
provement contract for the Key West Drive
Water Main Extension Project. Seconded by
Del Toro. City Manager Van Milligen stated
that project funding has been identified
through reallocation of other capital improve-
ments. Motion carried 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 163-16
AWARDING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT CON-
TRACT FOR THE KEY WEST DRIVE WA-
TER MAIN EXTENSION PROJECT
Whereas, sealed proposals have been
submitted by contractors for the Key West
Water Main Extension Project, (the Project)
and Notice to Bidders published in a newspa-
per published in the City of Dubuque, Iowa on
the 16th day of March, 2016; and
Whereas, said sealed proposals were
opened and read on the 28th day of March,
2016 and it has been determined that Top
Grade Excavating, Inc. of Farley, Iowa with a
total bid in the amount of $856,909.33 is the
lowest responsive, responsible bidder for the
Project.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
That a Public Improvement Contract for the
Project is hereby awarded to Top Grade Exca-
vating, Inc. and the City Manager is hereby
directed to execute a Public Improvement
Contract on behalf of the City of Dubuque for
the Project.
Passed, approved and adopted this 18th
day of April, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS
Mayor Buol reported on the National
League of Cities Mayors Institute on Financial
Inclusion that he is currently attending in Chi-
cago.
Mayor Pro-Tem Jones and Council Mem-
ber Resnick reported on the recent cross burn-
ing incident and expressed their thanks to the
community for its support and solidarity.
CLOSED SESSION
Motion by Connors to convene in closed
session at 7:33 p.m. to discuss pending litiga-
tion and property acquisition pursuant to Chap-
ter 21.5(1)(c), -(j) Code of Iowa. Seconded by
Resnick. Mayor Pro-Tem Jones stated for the
record, the attorneys who will consult with
Council on the issues to be discussed in the
closed session are Maureen Quann and Ivan
Webber.
Upon motion the City Council reconvened
in open session at 8:58 p.m. stating that staff
had been given proper direction.
There being no further business, upon mo-
tion the City Council adjourned at 8:59 p.m.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, CMC, City Clerk
Book 146 Special and Regular Sessions, May 2, 2016 153
153
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
SPECIAL SESSION
OFFICIAL
The Dubuque City Council met in special
session at 5:30 p.m. on May 2, 2016 in the
Historic Federal Building, 350 W. 6th Street.
Present: Mayor Buol; Council Members
Connors, Del Toro, Jones, Lynch, Resnick,
Rios; City Manager Van Milligen, City Attorney
Lindahl
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
Skills Gap.
WORK SESSION
SKILLS GAP ANALYSIS
Rick Dickinson, CEO/President, and Kristin
Dietzel, VP of Workforce Solutions for Greater
Dubuque Development Corp. provided a slide
presentation on Skills Gap Analysis. Topics
included:
• Labor market overview
• Employment growth
• Working age population growth
• Earnings per worker
• Skills gap: methodology
• Population by race/ethnicity and
gender
• Education attainment overview for
Dubuque 7-county region
• Skills gap by occupation
• EMSI data calculation and projec-
tions
The City Council had discussion with Mr.
Dickinson and Ms. Dietzel following the
presentation.
There being no further business, upon mo-
tion the City Council adjourned at 6:20 p.m.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, CMC, City Clerk
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
REGULAR SESSION
OFFICIAL
The Dubuque City Council met in regular
session at 6:30 p.m. on May 2, 2016 in the
Historic Federal Building, 350 W. 6th Street.
Present: Mayor Buol; Council Members
Connors, Del Toro, Jones, Lynch, Resnick,
Rios; City Manager Van Milligen, City Attorney
Lindahl
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)
KDTH Day (May 4, 2016) was accepted by
KDTH News Director Jesse Gavin;
Historic Preservation Month (May 2016)
was accepted by Historic Preservation Com-
mission Chairperson Christina Monk;
Mental Health Month (May 2016) was ac-
cepted by Matt Zanger of Mental Health Amer-
ica – Dubuque County.
ICMA FELLOWSHIP EXCHANGE
Assistant City Manager Cindy Steinhauser
introduced members of the latest International
City/County Fellowship Exchange Program Mr.
Sothy Roth Sam Oeurn of Cambodia, Mr. Al-
fian of Indonesia, Ms. Rina Rachmawati of
Indonesia, Ms. Walaiporn (Bee) Phumirat of
Thailand.
CONSENT ITEMS
Motion by Lynch to receive and file the
documents, adopt the resolutions, and dispose
of as indicated. Seconded by Resnick. Council
Member Jones requested (#4) Chris Kohlmann
Receives Women of Achievement Award be
held for separate discussion. Motion carried 7-
0.
1. Minutes and Reports Submitted: City
Council Proceedings of 4/18; Housing Com-
mission of 3/22; Zoning Advisory Commission
of 4/6; Proof of Publication for City Council
Proceedings of 4/4. Upon motion the docu-
ments were received and filed.
Book 146 Regular Session May 2, 2016 154
2. Notice of Claims and Suits: Café Fraiche
for property damage/loss of revenue, Terry
Leibold for vehicle damage, and Agnes
Nadermann for property damage; Devon Phil-
lips for lost property. Upon motion the docu-
ments were received, filed and referred to the
City Attorney.
3. Disposition of Claims: City Attorney ad-
vising that the following claims have been re-
ferred to Public Entity Risk Services of Iowa,
the agent for the Iowa Communities Assurance
Pool: Cafe Fraiche for property damage/loss of
revenue; Terry Leibold for vehicle damage;
Agnes Nadermann for property damage. Upon
motion the documents were received, filed and
concurred.
4. Chris Kohlmann Receives Women of
Achievement Award: City Manager transmit-
ting information on Information Services Man-
ager Chris Kohlmann receiving the Achieve-
ments in Her Field Award from the Women’s
Leadership Network that recognizes and hon-
ors women who have already, or aspire to,
provide significant contributions in their profes-
sional, personal and volunteer roles in the
community. Motion by Jones to receive and file
the documents. Seconded by Resnick. Council
Member Jones recognized Ms. Kohlmann for
her achievements. Motion carried 7-0.
5. Ken Kringle Historic Preservation
Awards: Historic Preservation Commission
submitting information on the 2016 Ken Kringle
Historic Preservation Awards that were pre-
sented at the April 2016 Architecture Days and
recognize exemplary rehabilitation efforts of
eight properties. Upon motion the documents
were received and filed.
6. Historic Tax Credit Workshop: Historic
Preservation Commission transmitting infor-
mation on a free Historic Tax Credits Work-
shop on May 24, 2016 at Inspire Café spon-
sored by the Commission. Upon motion the
documents were received and filed.
7. Sustainable Dubuque Community Grant
Recommendations: City Manager recommend-
ing approval of four projects for funding from
the Sustainable Dubuque Community Grant
Program. Upon motion the documents were
received, filed and approved.
8. Community Development Block Grant
(CDBG) Fiscal Year 2016 Annual Action Plan
Amendment 4: City Manager recommending
adoption of the FY2016 Annual Action Plan –
Amendment 4 for the Community Develop-
ment Block Grant (CDBG) Program that real-
locates funding for the FY2017 Annual Action
Plan. Upon motion the documents were re-
ceived and filed and Resolution No. 164-16
Approving Fiscal Year 2016 (Program Year
2015) Annual Action Plan Amendment 4 for
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
Funds was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 164-16
APPROVING FISCAL YEAR 2016 (PRO-
GRAM YEAR 2015) ANNUAL ACTION PLAN
AMENDMENT 4 FOR COMMUNITY DEVEL-
OPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) FUNDS
Whereas, the City of Dubuque prepared
and filed an Annual Action Plan for Fiscal
Years 2016; and
Whereas, the City of Dubuque now desires
to amend said Annual Plan by reallocating
funds between existing activities; and
Whereas, said amendment is a non-
substantial amendment as provided in the
City's Citizen Participation Plan and therefore
must be approved by resolution of the City
Council after recommendation by the Commu-
nity Development Advisory Commission; and
Whereas, the Community Development
Advisory Commission reviewed said amend-
ment during a public meeting on April 20, 2016
and voted to approve said amendment and
recommend approval by the City Council.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the Annual Action Plan for
Fiscal Year 2016 (Program Year 2015) is
hereby amended to reallocate funding from
Multicultural Family Center to Neighborhood
Infrastructure Activities as described in the FY
2016 Annual Action Plan – Amendment 4,
attached hereto as Exhibit A.
Section 2. That said Fiscal Year 2016
(Program Year 2015) Annual Action Plan
Amendment 4 attached hereto as Exhibit A is
hereby approved.
Section 4. That the City Manager is hereby
authorized and directed to submit a copy of
this resolution and amendment to the U.S.
Department of Housing and Urban Develop-
ment.
Passed, approved and adopted this 2nd day
of May, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
9. Community Development Block Grant
(CDBG) Fiscal Year 2017 Annual Action Plan:
City Manager recommending approval of a
resolution adopting the Fiscal Year 2017 An-
nual Action Plan and authorizes the City Man-
ager to prepare and submit the Plan to the
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban De-
velopment (HUD). Upon motion the documents
Book 146 Regular Session, May 2, 2016 155
155
were received and filed and Resolution No.
165-16 Adopting the Fiscal Year 2017 (Pro-
gram Year 2016) Community Development
Block Grant (CDBG) Annual Action Plan was
adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 165-16
ADOPTING THE FISCAL YEAR 2017 (PRO-
GRAM YEAR 2016) COMMUNITY DEVEL-
OPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) ANNUAL
ACTION PLAN
Whereas, the City of Dubuque has,
through a series of public meetings and hear-
ings, proposed a Fiscal Year 2017 (Program
Year 2016) Community Development Block
Grant Annual Action Plan addressing both
housing and non-housing needs in the com-
munity; and
Whereas, copies of the draft Fiscal Year
2017 (Program Year 2016) CDBG Annual Ac-
tion Plan have been available for public com-
ment 30 days prior to City Council action; and
Whereas, the City's Community Develop-
ment Advisory Commission has reviewed and
recommended adoption of an Annual Action
Plan following a public hearing; and
Whereas, the City Council has held a pub-
lic hearing on the proposed plan on February
17, 2016 following a 30 day public comment
period; and
Whereas, City Council has included the
Fiscal Year 2017 Annual Action Plan in the
Fiscal Year 2017 City Budget on March 14,
2016.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the Community Develop-
ment Block Grant Fiscal Year 2017 (Program
Year 2016) Annual Action Plan, attached here-
to as Exhibit A and by this reference made a
part hereof, is hereby adopted.
Section 2. That the Community Develop-
ment Block Grant Fiscal Year 2017 (Program
Year 2016) Annual Action Plan, shall be in-
cluded in the Five Year Consolidated Plan for
the use of Community Development Block
Grant Funds for Fiscal Year 2016-2020.
Section 3. The City Manager is hereby au-
thorized and directed to prepare and submit to
the United States Department of Housing and
Urban Development the Fiscal Year 2017
(Program Year 2016) Annual Action Plan with
all related documents for the use of Communi-
ty Development Block Grant funds based on
this adopted budget and execute standard
contracts and agreements.
Passed, approved and adopted this 2nd day
of May 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
10. Contract for Services with Circles®
USA: City Manager recommending approval of
a contract with Circles® USA for consulting
services for the Dubuque Circles® Initiative.
Upon motion the documents were received,
filed and approved.
11. 2016 Pavement Marking Project
Award: City Manager recommending award of
the public improvement contract or the 2016
Pavement Marking Project to SELCO, Inc.
Upon motion the documents were received
and filed and Resolution No. 166-16 Awarding
the public improvement contract for the 2016
Pavement Marking Project was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 166-16
AWARDING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT CON-
TRACT FOR THE 2016 PAVEMENT MARK-
ING PROJECT
Whereas, sealed proposals have been
submitted by contractors for the 2016 Pave-
ment Marking Project, (the Project) pursuant to
Resolution No. 115-16 and Notice to Bidders
published in a newspaper published in the City
of Dubuque, Iowa on the 8th day of April,
2016; and
Whereas, said sealed proposals were
opened and read on the 21st day of April,
2016 and it has been determined that SELCO,
Inc. of Dubuque, Iowa with a bid in the amount
of $117,843.63 is the lowest responsive, re-
sponsible bidder for the Project.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
That a Public Improvement Contract for the
Project is hereby awarded to SELCO, Inc. and
the City Manager is hereby directed to execute
a Public Improvement Contract on behalf of
the City of Dubuque for the Project.
Passed, approved and adopted this 2nd day
of May, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
12. Fiscal Year 16 Sewershed 5, 7, 11, 12
Manhole Project Award: City Manager recom-
mending that the that the award for the FY16
Sewershed 5, 7, 11 and 12 Sanitary Sewer
Manhole Project be officially recorded in the
minutes of the City Council. Upon motion the
documents were received, filed and made a
Matter of Record.
13. Compensation Package for Non-
bargaining Unit Employees: City Manager rec-
ommending that effective July 1, 2016 through
June 30, 2017, the wage plans in effect on
June 30, 2016 for general employee classifica-
tions and non-assigned classifications be in-
creased by 2.5% across the board. Upon mo-
tion the documents were received and filed
Book 146 Regular Session May 2, 2016 156
and Resolution No. 167-16 Approving the
compensation package for Non-Bargaining
Unit Employees for Fiscal Year 2016 was
adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 167-16
APPROVING THE COMPENSATION PACK-
AGE FOR NON-BARGAINING UNIT EM-
PLOYEES FOR FISCAL YEAR 2017
Whereas, the City Manager has recom-
mended the compensation package for Non-
bargaining Unit Employees for Fiscal Year
2017; and
Whereas, the recommended compensation
package for Non-bargaining Unit employees is
consistent with the compensation package to
be received by Bargaining Unit employees.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the compensation package
for Non-bargaining Unit employees for Fiscal
Year 2017 is hereby approved.
Passed, approved and adopted this 2nd day
of May, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
14. Southwest Arterial Project Property
Acquisition - Neztrop, LLC and Portzen Build-
ing Firm, LLC: City Attorney recommending
approval of a Purchase Agreement for acquisi-
tion of property and easements for the South-
west Arterial Project from Neztrop, LLC and
Portzen Building Firm, LLC Upon motion the
documents were received, filed and approved.
15. Pre-Annexation Agreement – Culbert-
son: City Manager recommending approval of
a Pre-Annexation Agreement with Thomas R.
and Carrie A. Culbertson, property owners of
Lot 18 in Twin Ridge Subdivision. Upon motion
the documents were received and filed and
Resolution No. 168-16 Approving a Pre-
Annexation Agreement between the City of
Dubuque, Iowa and Thomas R. and Carrie A.
Culbertson was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 168-16
APPROVING A PRE-ANNEXATION
AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA AND THOMAS R. AND
CARRIE A. CULBERTSON
Whereas, Thomas R. and Carrie A. Cul-
bertson , owners of the following described
property in Dubuque County, Iowa (the Proper-
ty) have submitted to the City Council of the
City of Dubuque an application for voluntary
annexation of the Property to the City of
Dubuque:
Lots 18 in Twin Ridge Subdivision No.
5 in Section 12 in Table Mound Town-
ship, Dubuque County, Iowa according
to the recorded plat thereof.
Whereas, Thomas R. and Carrie A. Cul-
bertson have entered into a Pre-annexation
Agreement with the City of Dubuque a copy of
which is attached hereto governing the future
annexation of the Property; and
Whereas, the Property is not subject to an
existing annexation moratorium; and
Whereas, the Property does not include
any state or railroad property; and
Whereas, Iowa Code Section 368.7 author-
izes the voluntary annexation of property in
Dubuque County, Iowa and the extension of
city limits by voluntary annexation; and
Whereas, the annexation of the Property is
consistent with the Comprehensive Plan of the
City of Dubuque, necessary for the future or-
derly growth and development of the City of
Dubuque, and will promote efficient and cost
effective extension of municipal services; and
Whereas, the City Council finds that the
annexation of the Property is in the public in-
terest.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The Pre-annexation Agreement
by and between Thomas R. and Carrie A. Cul-
bertson and the City of Dubuque is hereby
approved.
Passed, approved and adopted this 2nd day
of May, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
16. Pre-Annexation Agreement – Noel: City
Manager recommending approval of a Pre-
Annexation Agreement with Dennis J. and
Jean M. Noel, property owners of Lot 3 in Twin
Ridge Subdivision. Upon motion the docu-
ments were received and filed and Resolution
No. 169-16 Approving a Pre-Annexation
Agreement between the City of Dubuque, Iowa
and Dennis J. and Jean M. Noel was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 169-16
APPROVING A PRE-ANNEXATION
AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA AND DENNIS J. AND
JEAN M. NOEL
Whereas, Dennis J. and Jean M. Noel,
owners of the following described property in
Dubuque County, Iowa (the Property) have
submitted to the City Council of the City of
Dubuque an application for voluntary annexa-
tion of the Property to the City of Dubuque:
Lots 3 in Twin Ridge Subdivision No. 4
in Section 12, Table Mound Township,
Dubuque County, Iowa according to the
recorded plat thereof; and
Whereas, Dennis J. and Jean M. Noel
have entered into a Pre-annexation Agreement
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157
with the City of Dubuque a copy of which is
attached hereto governing the future annexa-
tion of the Property; and
Whereas, the Property is not subject to an
existing annexation moratorium; and
Whereas, the Property does not include
any state or railroad property; and
Whereas, Iowa Code Section 368.7 author-
izes the voluntary annexation of property in
Dubuque County, Iowa and the extension of
city limits by voluntary annexation; and
Whereas, the annexation of the Property is
consistent with the Comprehensive Plan of the
City of Dubuque, necessary for the future or-
derly growth and development of the City of
Dubuque, and will promote efficient and cost
effective extension of municipal services; and
Whereas, the City Council finds that the
annexation of the Property is in the public in-
terest.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The Pre-annexation Agreement
by and between Dennis J. and Jean M. Noel
and the City of Dubuque is hereby approved.
Passed, approved and adopted this 2nd day
of May, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
17. Pre-Annexation Agreement – Welsh:
City Manager recommending approval of a
Pre-Annexation Agreement with Donald and
Margery A. Welsh, property owners of property
located at the northeast corner of Key West
Drive and Lake Eleanor Drive. Upon motion
the documents were received and filed and
Resolution No. 170-16 Approving a Pre-
Annexation Agreement between the City of
Dubuque, Iowa and Donald and Margery A.
Welsh was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 170-16
APPROVING A PRE-ANNEXATION
AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA AND DONALD AND
MARGERY A. WELSH
Whereas, Donald and Margery A. Welsh,
owners of the following described property in
Dubuque County, Iowa (the Property) have
submitted to the City Council of the City of
Dubuque an application for voluntary annexa-
tion of the Property to the City of Dubuque:
Lots 2 of Margery Welsh Place in
Dubuque County, Iowa; south 15 feet
of Lot 1 of Lot 78; and south 15 feet of
Lot 2 of Lot 78; all in Key West, Dubu-
que County, Iowa according to the rec-
orded plats thereof; subject to highway
and easements of record; and
Whereas, Donald and Margery A. Welsh
have entered into a Pre-annexation Agreement
with the City of Dubuque a copy of which is
attached hereto governing the future annexa-
tion of the Property; and
Whereas, the Property is not subject to an
existing annexation moratorium; and
Whereas, the Property does not include
any state or railroad property; and
Whereas, Iowa Code Section 368.7 author-
izes the voluntary annexation of property in
Dubuque County, Iowa and the extension of
city limits by voluntary annexation; and
Whereas, the annexation of the Property is
consistent with the Comprehensive Plan of the
City of Dubuque, necessary for the future or-
derly growth and development of the City of
Dubuque, and will promote efficient and cost
effective extension of municipal services; and
Whereas, the City Council finds that the
annexation of the Property is in the public in-
terest.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The Pre-annexation Agreement
by and between Donald and Margery A. Welsh
and the City of Dubuque is hereby approved.
Passed, approved and adopted this 2nd day
of May, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
18. Urban Deer Management Plan 2016-
2017: City Manager transmitting the City of
Dubuque 2015-2016 Urban Deer Management
Report and recommending approval of the
2016-2017 Urban Deer Management Plan.
Upon motion the documents were received,
filed and approved.
19. Weaver Castle, LLC - Third Amend-
ment to Development Agreement for 1576-
1580 Locust Street: City Manager recommend-
ing approval of a Third Amendment to the De-
velopment Agreement with Weaver Castle,
LLC for the redevelopment of the property at
1576-1578-1580 Locust Street extending the
completion date to June 30, 2016. Upon mo-
tion the documents were received and filed
and Resolution No. 171-16 Approving the
Third Amendment to Development Agreement
between the City of Dubuque, Iowa and
Weaver Castle, LLC was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 171-16
APPROVING THE THIRD AMENDMENT TO
THE DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BE-
TWEEN THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
AND WEAVER CASTLE, LLC
Whereas the City of Dubuque, Iowa (City)
and Weaver Castle, LLC (Developer) entered
into a Development Agreement dated for ref-
erence purposes the 6th day of April, 2014 for
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the redevelopment of the property at 1576-
1578-1580 Locust Street; and
Whereas City and Developer now desire to
amend the Development Agreement as set
forth in the Third Amendment to Development
Agreement attached hereto.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The City Council hereby ap-
proves the Third Amendment to Development
Agreement.
Section 2. The Mayor is authorized and di-
rected to sign the Third Amendment to Devel-
opment Agreement on behalf of the City of
Dubuque.
Passed, approved and adopted this 2nd day
of May, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
20. Code of Ordinances - Adoption of Sup-
plement 21: City Clerk recommending adop-
tion of Supplement No. 21 to the City of Dubu-
que Code of Ordinances. Upon motion the
documents were received and filed and Reso-
lution No. 172-16 Adopting Supplement No. 21
to the Code of Ordinances of the City of Dubu-
que, Iowa was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 172-16
ADOPTING SUPPLEMENT NO. 21 TO THE
CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA
Whereas, under date of August 17, 2009,
the City Council, pursuant to Ordinance No.
43-09, readopted the Code of Ordinances of
the City of Dubuque, Iowa in its entirety; and
Whereas, since August 17, 2009 the City
Council of the City of Dubuque, Iowa has
adopted certain ordinances amending the
Code of Ordinances and said amendments
have been printed as supplements to the Code
of Ordinances; and
Whereas, Section 380.8 of the Code of Io-
wa provides that supplements, by resolution,
become part of the Code of Ordinances.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That Supplement No. 21 of the
Code of Ordinances of the City of Dubuque,
Iowa covering Ordinance Nos. 13-15, 16-15
through 20-15, 23-15, 24-15, 73-15, 74-15 and
1-16 as adopted by the City Council through
March 7, 2016, prepared by the Sterling Codi-
fiers, Inc., and filed in the Office of the City
Clerk of the City of Dubuque, Iowa is hereby
adopted and becomes part of the Code of Or-
dinances of the City of Dubuque, Iowa.
Passed, approved and adopted this 2nd day
of May, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
21. Signed Contracts: Area Residential
Care, Inc., Vocation Services (ARC) agree-
ment with the City of Dubuque for performing
clean-up services in City parks. Upon motion
the documents were received and filed.
22. Improvement Contracts / Performance,
Payment and Maintenance Bonds: Connolly
Construction for the FY16 Sewershed 7, 11,
and 12 Manhole Project; McDermott Excavat-
ing for the FY16 Sewershed 5 Manhole Pro-
ject; Tschiggfrie Excavating. Co. for the 2016
Bridge Repairs and Maintenance Project. Up-
on motion the documents were received, filed
and approved.
23. Alcohol Compliance Civil Penalty for
Alcohol License Holder – Days Inn & Spirits
Bar & Grill: City Manager recommending ap-
proval of the Acknowledgment/Settlement
Agreement for an alcohol compliance violation
for Days Inn & Spirits Bar & Grill, 1111 Dodge
Street. Upon motion the documents were re-
ceived, filed and approved.
24. Tobacco Compliance – Civil Penalty for
Tobacco License Holder – Tott's Tap: City
Manager recommending approval of the
Acknowledgement/Settlement Agreement for a
tobacco compliance violation for Tott's Tap,
3457 Jackson Street. Upon motion the docu-
ments were received, filed and approved.
25. Alcohol License Applications: City
Manager recommending approval of annual
beer, liquor and wine licenses as submitted.
Upon motion the documents were received
and filed and Resolution No. 173-16 Approving
applications for beer, liquor, and/or wine per-
mits, as required by City of Dubuque Code of
Ordinances Title 4 Business and License Reg-
ulations, Chapter 2 Liquor Control, Article B
Liquor, Beer and Wine Licenses and Permits
was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 173-16
APPROVING APPLICATIONS FOR BEER,
LIQUOR, AND/OR WINE PERMITS, AS RE-
QUIRED BY CITY OF DUBUQUE CODE OF
ORDINANCES TITLE 4 BUSINESS AND LI-
CENSE REGULATIONS, CHAPTER 2 LIQ-
UOR CONTROL, ARTICLE B LIQUOR,
BEER AND WINE LICENSES AND PERMITS
Whereas, applications for Beer, Liquor,
and or Wine Permits have been submitted and
filed with the City Council for approval and the
same have been examined and approved; and
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159
Whereas, the premises to be occupied by
such applicants were inspected and found to
comply with the Ordinances of the City and the
applicants have filed the proper fees and
bonds and otherwise complied with the re-
quirements of the Code of Ordinances.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Renewals
Easy Street, 30 Main St., Class C Liquor (Out-
door) (Sunday)
Ichiban Hibachi Steakhouse & Sushi Bar, 3187
University Ave., Class C liquor (Sunday)
Kmart # 4018, 2600 Dodge St., Class C Beer,
Class B Wine (Sunday)
Marco's Italian American Food, 2022 Central
Ave., Class C Liquor
Oky Doky #1, 250 W 1st St., Class C Beer,
Class B Wine (Sunday)
Paradise Distilling Company, 245 Railroad
Ave., Class A Mico-distilled Spirits
Paro Food Mart, 3200 Central Ave., Class C
Liquor (Sunday)
Shenanigans Pub, LLC, 3203 Jackson St.,
Class C Liquor (Sunday)
Shot Tower Inn, 390 Locust St., Class C (Sun-
day)
Tobacco Outlet Plus #504, 806 Wacker Dr.,
Class C Beer, Class B Wine (Sunday)
Tott's Tap, 3457 Jackson St., Class C Liquor
(Sunday)
Special Events
America's River Corporation 6-9, 300 Main St.,
Class C Liquor (Outdoor)
Catfish Charlie’s 5-10, 6-5, 7-10, 8-7, 145 N
Crescent Ridge, Class B Beer (Outdoor)
Dubuque County Fine Arts Society 5-20, Town
Clock Plaza, Class B Beer (Outdoor) (Sun-
day)
Dubuque Jaycees 6-17, 7-15, 8-9, 9-2, 7th and
Main St., Class B Beer (Outdoor)
Kickoff to Summer - Music N More 5-26, Town
Clock Plaza, Class B Beer (Outdoor)
Section 1. The City Clerk is hereby author-
ized and directed to cause to be issued the
noted permit types to the following applicants
pending submission of the locally required
documentation:
Passed, approved and adopted this 2nd day
of May, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
ITEMS SET FOR PUBLIC HEARING
Motion by Lynch to receive and file the
documents, adopt the resolutions, set the pub-
lic hearings as indicated, and direct the City
Clerk to publish notice as prescribed by law.
Seconded by Connors. Motion carried 7-0.
1. Carnegie-Stout Public Library - Maker
Space Project: City Manager recommending
preliminary approval of the construction plans
and specifications, authorize the public bidding
process and set a public hearing for May 16,
2016 for the Carnegie-Stout Public Library's
Maker Space Project. Upon motion the docu-
ments were received and filed and Resolution
No. 174-16 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
was adopted setting a public hearing for a
meeting to commence at 6:30 p.m. on May 16,
2016 in the Historic Federal Building.
RESOLUTION NO. 174-16
CARNEGIE-STOUT PUBLIC LIBRARY
MAKER SPACE PROJECT
PRELIMINARY APPROVAL OF PLANS,
SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT,
AND ESTIMATED COST; SETTING DATE
OF PUBLIC HEARING ON PLANS, SPECI-
FICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND
ESTIMATED COST; AND ORDERING THE
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
The proposed plans, specifications, form of
contract and estimated cost for the Carnegie-
Stout Public Library Maker Space Project in
the estimated amount $123,750.00, are hereby
preliminarily approved and ordered filed in the
office of the City Clerk for public inspection.
A public hearing will be held on the 16th
day of May, 2016, at 6:30 p.m. in the Historic
Federal Building Council Chambers (second
floor) 350 W. 6th Street, Dubuque, Iowa at
which time interested persons may appear and
be heard for or against the proposed plans and
specifications, form of contract and estimated
cost of said Project, and the City Clerk be and
is hereby directed to cause the attached notice
of the time and place of such hearing to be
published in a newspaper having general cir-
culation in the City of Dubuque, Iowa which
notice shall be published not less than four
days nor more than twenty days prior to the
date of such hearing. At the hearing, any inter-
ested person may appear and file objections to
the proposed plans, specifications, form of
contract, or estimated cost of the Project.
The Carnegie-Stout Public Library Maker
Space Project is hereby ordered to be adver-
tised for bids for construction.
The amount of the security to accompany
each bid shall be in an amount which shall
conform to the provisions of the Notice to Bid-
ders hereby approved.
The City Clerk is hereby directed to adver-
tise for bids for the construction of the im-
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provements herein provided, by publishing the
attached Notice to Bidders to be published in a
newspaper having general circulation in the
City of Dubuque, Iowa and which notice shall
be published not less than thirteen but not
more than forty-five days before the date for
filing bids before 2:00 p.m. on the 3rd day of
June, 2016. Bids shall be opened and read by
the City Clerk at said time and will be submit-
ted to the City Council for final action at 6:30
p.m. on the 20th day of June, 2016, in the His-
toric Federal Building Council Chambers (sec-
ond floor), 350 West 6th Street, Dubuque, Io-
wa.
Passed, adopted and approved this 2nd day
of May, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
2. Transit Advisory Board Student Fare
Recommendation: City Manager recommend-
ing that a public hearing be set for June 6,
2016 for discussion and approval of the Jule
Transit student fares for the 2016-2017 school
year as recommended by the Transit Advisory
Board. Upon motion the documents were re-
ceived and filed and Resolution No. 175-16
Setting the date for a public hearing establish-
ing a fixed-route student fare was adopted
setting a public hearing for a meeting to com-
mence at 6:30 p.m. on June 6, 2016 in the
Historic Federal Building.
RESOLUTION NO. 175-16
SETTING THE DATE FOR A PUBLIC HEAR-
ING ESTABLISHING A FIXED-ROUTE STU-
DENT FARE
Whereas, the City of Dubuque provides
fixed-route and paratransit services for the
citizens of Dubuque; and
Whereas, the number of rides to students
has increased; and
Whereas, the cost to provide said services
have continued to increase; and
Whereas, The City of Dubuque desires to
continue to provide fixed-route and paratransit
services to its citizens; and
Whereas, the proposed fare will impact
student riders and
Whereas, a student fare is proposed to in-
clude a per-ride and low-cost annual pass op-
tion for students, the following student fare
type categories and fares are proposed:
Student Fixed-Route Fares
Student under 11 years, Free with Jule-
issued Swipe Card
Student 11-18 years annual pass, $10
annual pass with proof of age
Student 11-18 years per ride, $0.75 per
ride with student ID
If approved, the proposed fixed-route fare
type and related revisions take effect on Au-
gust 1, 2016.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1: A public hearing will be held as
part of the City Council Budget Hearing meet-
ing on June 6, 2016. The meeting will begin at
6:30 p.m. and will be held in the City Council
Chambers of the Historic Federal Building, 350
W 6th Street, Dubuque, Iowa. The purpose of
the hearing is to allow public comment on the
establishment of a student fare type.
Section 2: Interested persons may com-
ment on the proposed fare increase either in
writing by filing with the City Clerk prior to the
time of the public hearing or in person at the
public hearing. Any comments submitted will
be considered by the City Council and follow-
ing the public hearing, the City Council will act
to adopt or reject the proposed fare increase.
Passed, approved and adopted this 2nd day
of May, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
BOARDS/COMMISSIONS
Applicants were invited to address the City
Council regarding their desire to serve on the
following Boards/Commissions.
1. Building Code and Advisory Appeals
Board: One, 3-year term through August 1,
2018 (Vacant term of Carr – Residential Con-
tractor). Applicant: Mark Gudenkauf, 1251
Deer Creek Ridge. Mr. Gudenkauf spoke in
support of his appointment and provided a
brief biography.
Appointments were made to the following
Board/Commission.
2. Human Rights Commission: Two, 3-year
terms through January 1, 2017 (Vacant terms
of Engling and Melchert). Applicants: Jeff Len-
hart, 1274 Locust St. #3; and Jay Schiesl, 195
W. 17th St. Motion by Lynch to appoint Mr.
Lenhart and Mr. Schiesl to 3-year terms
through January 2017. Seconded by Jones.
Motion carried 7-0.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Upon motion the rules were suspended al-
lowing anyone present to address the City
Council on the following items.
1. Request to Amend Plaza 20 Planned
Unit Development District: Proof of publication
on notice of public hearing to consider approv-
al of a request from Sara Hutchinson to amend
the Plaza 20 Planned Unit Development (PUD)
District at 2600 Dodge Street to allow con-
struction of new retail space and rezone prop-
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161
erty from R-1 Single-Family Residential to
Planned Unit Development and the Zoning
Advisory Commission recommending approval
with the condition that the landscaping added
along the east side of the PUD be a shade tree
variety.
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. Applicant
Sara Hutchinson spoke in favor of the request.
Planning Services Laura Carstens provided a
staff report. Ms. Hutchinson and Ms. Carstens
responded to questions from the City Council
regarding fencing and landscaping and litter
control concerns raised by the neighboring
property owners. Motion carried 7-0.
Motion by Jones for final consideration and
passage of Ordinance No. 13-16 Amending
Title 16, the Unified Development Code of the
City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances by re-
scinding Ordinances 15-62, 67-78, 52-91, and
6-99 which established regulations for the Pla-
za 20 PUD Planned Unit Development District
with a Planned Commercial Designation and
now being amended to allow for the develop-
ment of new retail space at the east side of the
shopping plaza, and the rezoning of an adja-
cent parcel from R-1 Single-Family Residential
to PUD Planned Unit Development. Seconded
by Connors. Motion carried 7-0.
OFFICIAL PUBLICATION
ORDINANCE NO. 13-16
AMENDING TITLE 16, THE UNIFIED DE-
VELOPMENT CODE OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE CODE OF ORDINANCES BY
RESCINDING ORDINANCES 15-62, 67-78,
52-91, AND 6-99 WHICH ESTABLISHED
REGULATIONS FOR THE PLAZA 20 PUD
PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT
WITH A PLANNED COMMERCIAL DESIG-
NATION AND NOW BEING AMENDED TO
ALLOW FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF NEW
RETAIL SPACE AT THE EAST SIDE OF THE
SHOPPING PLAZA, AND THE REZONING
OF AN ADJACENT PARCEL FROM R-1
SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL TO PUD
PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That Title 16, the Unified Devel-
opment Code of the City of Dubuque Code of
Ordinances is hereby amended by rescinding
Ordinance 15-62, 67-78, 52-91, and 6-99
which established regulations for the Plaza 20
Planned Unit Development District with a
Planned Commercial District designation, and
now being amended to allow for the develop-
ment of new retail space and the rezoning of
an adjacent parcel from R-1 Single-Family
Residential to Planned Unit Development for
the following described property, to wit:
As shown in Exhibit A, and to the center-
line of the adjoining public right-of-way, all in
the City of Dubuque, Iowa.
A. Use Regulations
The following regulations shall apply to all
uses made of land in the above-described
Planned Unit Development:
Principal permitted uses: The following
uses are permitted in the Plaza 20
Planned Unit Development:
1. Regional shopping center
2. Retail sales/service
3. Indoor restaurant
4. Drive-in/carry-out restaurant
5. General offices
6. Indoor recreation
7. Outdoor recreation
8. Auto sales and service
9. Auto service centers
10. Automated gas station
11. Self-service car wash
12. Business services
13. Hotel
14. Motel
15. Auditorium or assembly hall
Accessory Uses: The following accessory
uses are permitted in the Plaza 20
Planned Unit Development:
1. Any use customarily incidental and
subordinate to the principal use it
serves.
2. Outdoor seating as part of an in-
door restaurant, bar or tavern.
Conditional Uses: The following condi-
tional uses are permitted in the Plaza 20
Planned Unit Development, subject to the
provisions of Section 8 of the Unified De-
velopment Code that establishes re-
quirements for application to the Zoning
Board of Adjustment for a conditional use
permit, and any other specific conditions
listed below for a conditional use.
1. Licensed child care centers, provid-
ed that:
a. Such facility shall supply loading
and unloading spaces so as not to
obstruct public streets or create
traffic or safety hazards;
b. All licenses have been issued or
have been applied for and are
awaiting the outcome of the state’s
decision; and
c. Such use shall not be located with-
in the same structure as any gas
station, bar/tavern, automated gas
station or any facility selling, servic-
ing, repairing, or renting vehicles.
d. The conditional use applicant certi-
fies that the premises on which the
licensed child care center will be lo-
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cated complies with, and will for so
long as the licensed child care cen-
ter is so located, continue to comply
with all local, state and federal
regulations governing hazardous
substances, hazardous conditions,
hazardous wastes, and hazardous
materials.
e. If the applicant is subject to the re-
quirements of Section 302 of the
Superfund Amendments and Reau-
thorization Act of 1986, as amend-
ed, the Emergency Management
Director shall certify whether or not
the applicant has submitted a cur-
rent inventory of extremely hazard-
ous substances kept or stored on
the premises. If any such extremely
hazardous substances are kept or
stored on the premises, the appli-
cant shall also post in a conspicu-
ous place on the premises a notice
indicating a description of the ex-
tremely hazardous substances, and
the physical and health hazards
presented by such substances.
f. Applicant shall submit an evacua-
tion plan for approval by the City,
both written and drawn, that details
where the children will go in the
event of a hazardous materials in-
cident. The plan shall include a
“house in place” scenario in which
the children can be kept safely with-
in a room of the building that has no
penetration to the outside (win-
dows, doors, etc.).
g. Applicant shall submit plans for
approval by the City that indicate
the installation of a main emergen-
cy shut-off switch for the heating,
ventilation, and air conditioning
(HVAC) system to minimize the in-
filtration risk of airborne hazardous
materials.
B. Lot and Bulk Regulations
The following bulk regulations shall apply
in the Plaza 20 Planned Unit Development,
subject to the provisions of the Unified De-
velopment Code.
1. All shopping center buildings, struc-
tures, and activities shall be devel-
oped in substantial conformance with
the attached conceptual development
plan.
2. All shopping center buildings and
structures shall be limited to a maxi-
mum height of 40 feet.
3. All buildings and structures located
on out lots shall be developed in
compliance with the bulk regulations
of the C-3 General Commercial dis-
trict.
C. Sign Regulations
1. The provisions of the City of Dubu-
que Unified Development Code, Sec-
tion 15 Signs shall apply unless fur-
ther regulated by this section.
2. On-premise signs: On-premise signs
shall be regulated in accordance with
the provisions of Exhibit B.
3. Off-premise signs: Off-premise signs
shall be prohibited.
4. Variances: Variances from sign re-
quirements for size, number, and
height may be requested. Such vari-
ances shall be reviewed by the Zon-
ing Board of Adjustment in accord-
ance with Article 8-6 of the Unified
Development Code.
D. Parking Regulations
1. Parking requirements for Plaza 20
shall be one space per 250 square
feet of retail space accessible to the
general public.
2. All vehicle-related features shall be
surfaced with standard or permeable
asphalt, concrete, or pavers.
3. Curbing and proper surface drainage
of storm water shall be provided.
4. All parking and loading spaces shall
be delineated on the surfacing mate-
rial by painted stripes or other per-
manent means.
5. The size and design of parking
spaces shall be governed by applica-
ble provisions of the Unified Devel-
opment Code enforced at the time of
development of the lot.
6. The number, size, design, and loca-
tion of parking spaces designated for
persons with disabilities shall be ac-
cording to the local, state, or federal
requirements in effect at the time of
development.
7. Parking requirements for businesses
located on out lots shall comply with
the provisions of Section 14 of the
Unified Development Code.
E. Site Lighting
1. Exterior illumination of site features
shall be limited to the illumination of
the following:
a. Parking areas, driveways and
loading facilities.
b. Pedestrian walkway surfaces and
entrances to building.
c. Building exterior.
2. Location and Design
a. All exterior lighting luminaries
shall be designed and installed to
shield light from the luminaries at
angles above 72-degrees from
vertical.
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b. Fixtures mounted on a building
shall not be positioned higher
than the roofline of the building.
c. All electrical service lines to posts
and fixtures shall be underground
and concealed inside the posts.
F. Exterior Trash Collection Areas
1. The storage of trash and debris shall
be limited to that produced by the
principal permitted use and accessory
uses of the lot.
2. All exterior trash collection areas and
the materials contained therein shall
be visually screened from view. The
screening shall be completely opaque
fence, wall or other feature not ex-
ceeding a height of 10 feet measured
from the ground level outside the line
of the screen. Screens built on slop-
ing grades shall be stepped so that
their top line shall be horizontal. All
exterior entrances to a screened
trash area shall be provided with a
gate or door of similar design to that
of the screen.
G. Performance Standards
The development and maintenance of uses
in this Planned Unit Development shall be
established in conformance with the follow-
ing standards.
1. That the east side of Plaza 20 adja-
cent to the new retail space be plant-
ed with species of shade trees that
will provide an effective screen in the
future between the commercial plaza
and residential properties to the east.
2. Platting: Subdivision plats shall be
submitted in accordance with Section
11 Land Subdivision of the City of
Dubuque Unified Development Code.
3. Site Plans: Final site development
plans shall be submitted in accord-
ance with Section 12 Site Plans and
Section 13 Site Design Standards of
the City of Dubuque Unified Devel-
opment Code prior to construction of
each building and vehicle-related fea-
ture unless otherwise exempted by
Article 12.
4. Storm Water Conveyance: The de-
veloper of each lot shall be responsi-
ble for providing surface or subsur-
face conveyance(s) of storm water
from the lot to existing storm sewers
or to the flow line of open drainage
ways outside the lot in a means that
is satisfactory to the Engineering De-
partment of the City of Dubuque.
Other applicable regulations enforced
by the City of Dubuque relative to
storm water management and drain-
age shall apply to properties in the
Planned Unit Development.
H. Other Codes and Regulations
1. Service Lines. All electric, telephone,
cable, or other similar utility lines
serving the building and other site
features shall be located under-
ground, where feasible.
2. These regulations do not relieve the
owner from other applicable city,
county, state or federal codes, regula-
tions, laws and other controls relative
to the planning, construction, opera-
tion and management of property
within the city of Dubuque.
I. Transfer of Ownership
Transfer of ownership or lease of proper-
ty in the Plaza 20 PUD shall include in
the transfer or lease agreement a provi-
sion that the purchaser or lessee
acknowledges awareness of the condi-
tions authorizing the establishment of the
District PUD.
J. Recording
A copy of this PUD Ordinance shall be
recorded, at the expense of the property
owner, with the Dubuque County Re-
corder as a permanent record of the con-
ditions accepted as part of this reclassifi-
cation approval. This ordinance shall be
binding upon the undersigned and
his/her heirs, successors and assigns.
Section 2. The foregoing amendment has
heretofore been reviewed by the Zoning Advi-
sory Commission of the City of Dubuque, Io-
wa.
Section 3. The foregoing amendment shall
take effect upon publication, as provided by
law.
Passed, approved and adopted this 2nd day
of May, 2016.
/s/Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: /s/Kevin Firnstahl, City Clerk
Published officially in the Telegraph Herald
newspaper on the 6th day of May, 2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
2. Request to Amend Tower Hills Planned
Unit Development District on Rockdale Road /
South Pointe Village: Proof of publication on
notice of public hearing to consider approval of
a request by Chris Miller to amend the Tower
Hills Planned Unit Development (PUD) District
on Rockdale Road to allow development of
South Pointe Village; comprised of two Com-
mercial lots and Single and Multi-Family resi-
dences and the Zoning Advisory Commission
recommending approval with the condition that
the secondary emergency access be required
when 100 dwelling units are completed.
Motion by Connors 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
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suspended. Seconded by Lynch. Applicant
Chris Miller spoke in support of the request.
Planning Services Laura Carstens provided a
staff report. Ms. Carstens and City Manager
Van Milligen responded to questions from the
City Council regarding the number of units as it
relates to the secondary emergency access
road, increased traffic, evaluation of future
repairs to Rockdale Road and citizen concerns
about the noise ordinance and waivers as they
apply to construction sites. Motion carried 7-0.
Motion by Connors for final consideration
and passage of Ordinance No. 14-16 Amend-
ing Title 16 of the City of Dubuque Code of
Ordinances Unified Development Code by
reclassifying hereinafter described property
located at 2475 Rockdale Rd. from R-1 Single-
Family Residential Zoning District to PUD
Planned Unit Development with a PR Planned
Residential Designation and amending the
Tower Hills Planned Unit Development to allow
the development of the South Pointe Planned
Unit Development comprised of single and
multi-family residential dwellings and commer-
cial building lots. Seconded by Lynch. Motion
carried 7-0.
OFFICIAL PUBLICATION
ORDINANCE NO. 14-16
AMENDING TITLE 16 OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE CODE OF ORDINANCES UNI-
FIED DEVELOPMENT CODE BY RECLAS-
SIFYING HEREINAFTER DESCRIBED
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2475 ROCKDALE
RD FROM R-1 SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDEN-
TIAL ZONING DISTRICT TO PUD PLANNED
UNIT DEVELOPMENT WITH A PR
PLANNED RESIDENTIAL DESIGNATION
AND AMENDING THE TOWER HILLS
PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT TO AL-
LOW THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE SOUTH
POINTE PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT
COMPRISED OF SINGLE AND MULTI-
FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DWELLINGS AND
COMMERCIAL BUILDING LOTS
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That Title 16 of the City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances, Unified Devel-
opment Code, is hereby amended by reclassi-
fying the hereinafter described property from
R-1 Single-Family Residential Zoning District
to PUD Planned Unit Development District with
a PR Planned Residential designation and
adopting a new conceptual development plan,
a copy of which is attached to and made a part
hereof, for the South Pointe project as stated
below, to wit:
As shown in Exhibit 1, and to the cen-
terline of the adjoining public right-of-
way, all in the City of Dubuque, Iowa.
Section 2. Attached hereto and made a
part of this zoning reclassification approval is
the Conceptual Development Plan for the
South Pointe Planned Unit Development
marked Exhibit 1. It is recognized that minor
shifts or modifications to the general plan lay-
out may be necessary and compatible with the
need to acquire workable street patterns,
grades, and usable building sites. The general
plan layout, including the relationship of land
uses to the general plan framework and the
development requirements shall be used as
the implementation guide.
A. Use Regulations
Zone A: General Purpose and Descrip-
tion: Zone A is intended to provide build-
ing lots for single-family detached dwell-
ings and accessory structures as well as
park and open space.
1. Development of property within
Zone A of the South Pointe Planned
Unit Development shall be regulat-
ed by Section 16-5-2 of the City
Code, R-1 Single-Family Residen-
tial.
Zone B: General Purpose and Descrip-
tion: Zone B is intended to provide build-
ing lots for multi-Family Residential dwell-
ings including two-unit and three-unit lat-
erally attached dwellings and accessory
structures.
1. Development of property with Zone
B of the South Pointe Planned Unit
Development shall be regulated by
Section 16-5-5 of the Unified De-
velopment Code, R-3 Moderate
Density Multi-Family Residential.
Zone C: General Purpose and Descrip-
tion: Zone C is intended to provide space
for commercial businesses to serve
South Pointe and the surrounding com-
munity.
1. Development of property within
Zone C of the South Pointe
Planned Unit Development shall be
regulated by the provisions of Sec-
tion 16-5-11 of the Unified Devel-
opment Code, C-2 Neighborhood
Shopping Center District.
B. Bulk Regulations
Development of land within Zones A, B and
C shall be regulated as follows:
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165
Zone A
Min Lot
Area
(Square
Feet)
Min Lot
Footage
(Feet)
Max Lot
Coverage
(% Lot
Area)
Set backs
Max
Height
(Feet)
Front (Feet) Min
Side
(Feet)
Min
Rear
(Feet) Min Max
Permitted Uses
Place of religious exercise
or assembly, School 20,000 100 40 20 20 20 75*
Single-Family detached
dwelling 5,000 50 40 20 50 6 20 30
Conditional Uses
Bed and breakfast home 5,000 50 40 20 50 6 20 30
Licensed adult day services,
licensed child care center 5,000 50 40 20 6 20 30
Mortuary, funeral home or
crematorium 20,000 100 40 20 20 20 30
* May be erected to a height not exceeding 75 feet, provided that such buildings shall provide at least one additional
foot of yard space on all sides for each additional foot by which such building exceeds the maximum height limit of
the district in which it is located.
Zone B
Min Lot
Area
(square
feet)
Min Lot
Front-
age
(feet)
Max Lot
Coverage
(% lot area)
Setbacks
Max
Height
(feet)
Front (feet) Min
Side
(feet)
Min
Rear
(feet) Min Max
Permitted Uses
Multiple-family (six du max) 2,000/du 50 40 20 --- 4 20 30
Place of religious exercise
or assembly, School 20,000 100 40 20 --- 20 20 75 1
Single-family detached
dwelling 5,000 50 40 20 50 4 20 30
Townhouse (six du max) 1,600/du 16/du 40 20 --- 4/0 20/0 30
Two-family dwelling 5,000 50 40 20 50 4 20 30
Conditional Uses
Individual zero lot line
dwelling 5,000 50 40 20 50 10/0 20 30
Bed and breakfast home 5,000 50 40 20 50 4 20 30
Group home 5,000 50 40 20 --- 4 20 30
Hospice 5,000 50 40 20 --- 4 20 30
Housing for the elderly or
disabled 20,000 100 40 20 --- 20 20 30
Licensed adult day ser-
vices, Licensed child care
center
5,000 50 40 20 --- 4 20 40
Mortuary, funeral home or
crematorium 20,000 100 40 20 --- 20 20 30
Nursing or convalescent
home 20,000 100 40 20 --- 20 20 30
Off-premise residential
garage --- --- --- 20 --- 4 6 15
Rooming or boarding
house 5,000 50 40 20 --- 4 20 30
1 May be erected to a height not exceeding 75 feet, provided that such buildings shall provide at least one additional
foot of yard space on all sides for each additional foot by which such building exceeds the maximum height limit of
the district in which it is located.
Zone C
Min Lot
Area
(Square
Feet)
Min Lot
Footage
(Feet)
Max Lot
Coverage
(% Lot
Area)
Set backs
Max
Height
(Feet)
Front (Feet) Min
Side
(Feet)
Min
Rear
(Feet) Min Max
All Uses 10* 30
* Minimum 20 feet for garages facing a street
** When abutting a residential or office-residential district, a 20 foot side setback is required
*** When abutting a residential or office-residential district, a 20 foot rear setback is required.
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C. Parking and Loading Regulations
1. The number, size and design of
parking spaces shall be governed
by applicable provisions in Arti-
cles 13 and 14 of the City of
Dubuque Unified Development
Code.
2. The number, size and design and
location of parking spaces desig-
nated for persons with disabilities
shall be according to the local,
state or federal requirements in
effect at the time of development.
3. The location and number of pri-
vate driveway intersections with
public streets shall be reviewed
and approved by the City Engi-
neer.
D. Sign Regulations
1. Applicability of City of Dubuque
Ordinances: The provisions of the
City of Dubuque Unified Devel-
opment code Article 15 Signs
shall apply unless further regulat-
ed by this section
2. Signage for development zones
within the South Pointe Planned
Unit Development shall be regu-
lated as follows:
a. Within Zone A, Sign Regula-
tions for the R-1 Single-Family
Residential District, Section
16-15-11.1 of the Unified De-
velopment Code, shall be fol-
lowed.
b. Within Zone B. Sign Regula-
tions for the R-3 Moderate
Density Multi-Family Residen-
tial District, Section 16-14-
11.1 of the Unified Develop-
ment Code, shall be followed.
c. Within Zone C, Sign Regula-
tions for the C-3 Neighbor-
hood Shopping Center Dis-
trict, Section 16-156-11.6 of
the Unified Development
Code, shall be followed.
3. Off-Premise Signs: Off-premise
signs shall be prohibited.
4 Variances: Variances from sign
requirements for size, number,
and height may be requested.
Such variances shall be reviewed
by the Zoning Board of Adjust-
ment in accordance with Article 8-
6 of the Unified Development
Code
E. Performance Standards
The development and maintenance of
uses in this PUD District shall be estab-
lished in conformance with the following
standards
1. No more than 100 dwelling
units shall be allowed to be
developed until such time that
a second public street access
or secondary emergency ac-
cess is developed to serve
South Pointe.
2. Platting: The conceptual de-
velopment plan shall serve as
the preliminary plat for this
PUD District. Subdivision plats
and improvement plans shall
be submitted in accordance
with Article 11. Land Subdivi-
sion, of the City of Dubuque
Unified Development Code.
3. Site Plans: Final site devel-
opment plans shall be submit-
ted in accordance with Article
12 Site Plans and Article 13
Site Design Standards prior to
construction of each building
and vehicle-related feature un-
less otherwise exempted by
Article 12.
4. Storm Water Conveyance:
The developer of each lot
shall be responsible for
providing surface or subsur-
face conveyance(s) of storm
water from the lot to existing
storm sewers or to flow line of
open drainage ways outside
the lot in a means that is satis-
factory to the Engineering De-
partment of the City of Dubu-
que. Other applicable regula-
tions enforced by the City of
Dubuque relative to storm wa-
ter management and drainage
shall apply to properties in the
PUD District.
5. Other Codes and Regula-
tions: These regulations do
not relieve an owner from oth-
er applicable City, County,
State or Federal Codes, regu-
lations, laws and other con-
trols relative to the planning,
construction, operation and
management of property in
the PUD District.
F. Transfer of Ownership
Transfer of ownership or lease of proper-
ty in this PUD District shall include in the
transfer or lease agreement a provision
that the purchaser or lessee acknowl-
edges awareness of the conditions au-
thorizing the establishment of the district.
G. Modifications
Any modifications of this Ordinance must
be approved by the City Council in ac-
cordance with zoning reclassification
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167
proceedings of Article 9-5 of the Unified
Development Code.
H. Recording
A copy of this ordinance shall be record-
ed at the expense of the property own-
er(s) with the Dubuque County Recorder
a permanent record of the conditions ac-
cepted as part of this reclassification ap-
proval within thirty (30) days after the
adoption of this ordinance. This ordi-
nance shall be binding upon the under-
signed and his/her heirs, successors and
assigns.
Section 3. The foregoing amendment has
heretofore been reviewed by the Zoning Advi-
sory Commission of the City of Dubuque, Io-
wa.
Section 4. This Ordinance shall take effect
upon publication as provided by law.
Passed, approved and adopted this 2nd day
of May, 2016.
/s/Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: /s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Published officially in the Telegraph Herald
newspaper on the 6th day of May, 2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
3. Development Agreement - Friends of St.
Mary's/D/B/A Steeple Square, 1501 Jackson
Street: Proof of publication on notice of public
hearing to consider approval of the proposed
issuance of Urban Renewal Tax Increment
Revenue Obligations and the execution of a
Development Agreement relating thereto with
Friends of St. Mary’s/D/B/A Steeple Square
and the City Manager recommending approv-
al. Motion by Connors to receive and file the
documents and adopt Resolution No. 176-16
Approving a Development Agreement by and
between the City of Dubuque, Iowa and
Friends of St. Mary’s./D/B/A Steeple Square
providing for the issuance of Urban Renewal
Tax Increment Revenue Obligations for the
redevelopment of 1501 Jackson Street. Se-
conded by Del Toro. Developer John Gronen
responded to questions from the City Council
regarding who will maintain the facility and
how facility maintenance will be paid for during
the life of the development. Motion carried 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 176-16
APPROVING A DEVELOPMENT AGREE-
MENT BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA AND FRIENDS OF ST.
MARY’S D/B/A/ STEEPLE SQUARE
PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE OF UR-
BAN RENEWAL TAX INCREMENT REVE-
NUE OBLIGATIONS FOR THE REDEVEL-
OPMENT OF 1501 JACKSON STREET
Whereas, the City Council, by Resolution
No. 155-16, dated April 18, 2016, declared its
intent to enter into a Development Agreement
with Friends of St. Mary’s D/B/A/ Steeple
Square for the redevelopment of 1501 Jackson
Street in the City of Dubuque, Iowa (the Prop-
erty); and
Whereas, pursuant to published notice, a
public hearing was held on the proposed dis-
position on May 2, 2016 at 6:30 p.m. in the
City Council Chambers at the Historic Federal
building, 350 W. 6th Street, Dubuque, Iowa;
and
Whereas, it is the determination of the City
Council that approval of the Development
Agreement, for redevelopment of the Property
by Friends of St. Mary’s D/B/A/ Steeple
Square according to the terms and conditions
set out in the Development Agreement is in the
public interest of the City of Dubuque.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the Development Agree-
ment by and between the City of Dubuque and
Friends of St. Mary’s D/B/A/ Steeple Square, a
copy of which is attached hereto, is hereby
approved.
Section 2. That the Mayor is hereby au-
thorized and directed to execute the Develop-
ment Agreement on behalf of the City of
Dubuque and the City Clerk is authorized and
directed to attest to his signature.
Section 3. That the City Manager is author-
ized to take such actions as are necessary to
comply with the terms of the Development
Agreement as herein approved.
Passed, approved and adopted this 2nd day
of May, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
4. Dubuque Industrial Center South -
Verena Court Project: Proof of publication on
notice of public hearing to approve the plans,
specifications, form of contract and estimated
cost for the Dubuque Industrial Center South -
Verena Court Project and the City Manager
recommending approval. Motion by Connors to
receive and file the documents and adopt
Resolution No. 177-16 Approval of plans,
specifications, form of contract, and estimated
cost for the Dubuque Industrial Center South -
Verena Court Project. Seconded by Lynch.
Motion carried 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 177-16
APPROVAL OF PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS,
FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATED
COST FOR THE DUBUQUE INDUSTRIAL
CENTER SOUTH - VERENA COURT PRO-
JECT
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
That the proposed plans, specifications,
form of contract and estimated cost for the
Book 146 Regular Session May 2, 2016 168
Dubuque Industrial Center South - Verena
Court Project, in the estimated amount
$245,157.00, are hereby approved.
Passed, adopted and approved this 2nd day
of May, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
5. Fiscal Year 2016 Second Budget
Amendment: Proof of publication on notice of
public hearing to approve the Fiscal Year 2016
Second Budget Amendment and the City
Manager recommending approval. Motion by
Connors to receive and file the documents and
adopt Resolution No. 178-16 Amending the
current budget for the Fiscal Year ending June
3, 2016 as amended last on September 22,
2015. Seconded by Lynch. Motion carried 7-0.
Book 146 Regular Session, May 2, 2016 169
169
RESOLUTION NO. 178-16
AMENDING THE CURRENT BUDGET FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2016
(AS AMENDED LAST ON 09/21/2015) Be it Resolved by the Council of the City of Dubuque Section 1.
Following notice published 04/22/16 and the public hearing held, 5/2/2016 the current budget (as pre-
viously amended) is amended as set out herein and in the detail by fund type and activity that supports
this resolution which was considered at that hearing:
Total Budget
as certified
or last amend-
Current
Amendment
Total Budget
after Current
Amendment
Revenues & Other Financing
24,082,860
0
24,082,860 Taxes Levied on Property
Less: Uncollected Property Taxes-Levy
Year 0 0 0
Net Current Property Taxes 24,082,860 0 24,082,860
Delinquent Property Taxes 0 0 0
TIF Revenues 9,866,823 0 9,866,823
Other City Taxes 16,693,150 819,024 17,512,174
Licenses & Permits 1,652,955 -237,868 1,415,087
Use of Money and Property 13,056,244 267,427 13,323,671
Intergovernmental 68,937,307 1,843,025 70,780,332
Charges for Services 40,376,418 -309,860 40,066,558
Special Assessments 145,667 0 145,667
Miscellaneous 10,299,370 52,327 10,351,697
Other Financing Sources 45,851,813 9,869,007 55,720,820
Transfers In 28,186,119 1,690,702 29,876,821
Total Revenues and Other Sources 259,148,726 13,993,784 273,142,510
Expenditures & Other Financing
Uses
28,291,675
605,869
28,897,544 Public Safety
Public Works 13,503,846 94,345 13,598,191
Health and Social Services 1,127,809 20,534 1,148,343
Culture and Recreation 11,790,063 137,294 11,927,357
Community and Economic Develop-
13,193,908 450,004 13,643,912
General Government 7,935,505 117,153 8,052,658
Debt Service 9,948,088 4,785,000 14,733,088
Capital Projects 95,231,520 2,714,561 97,946,081
Total Government Activities Expendi-
tures 181,022,414 8,924,760 189,947,174
Business Type / Enterprises 109,158,414 6,075,227 115,233,641 Total Gov Activities & Business Ex-
penditures 290,180,828 14,999,987 305,180,815
Transfers Out 28,186,119 1,690,702 29,876,821 Total Expenditures/Transfers Out 318,366,947 16,690,689 335,057,636
Excess Revenues & Other Sources
Over
(Under) Expenditures/Transfers Out
Fiscal Year
-59,218,221
-2,696,905
-61,915,126
Beginning Fund Balance July 1 102,091,141 0 102,091,141 Ending Fund Balance June 30 42872920 -2696905 40176015
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6. North Grandview Avenue, Delhi Street
and Grace Street Roundabout Project: Proof of
publication on notice of public hearing to con-
sider approval of plans, specifications, form of
contract and estimated cost for the North
Grandview Avenue and Delhi Street Rounda-
bout Intersection Improvement Project and the
City Manager recommending approval. Motion
by Jones to receive and file the documents
and adopt Resolution No. 179-16 Approval of
plans, specifications, form of contract, and
estimated cost for the North Grandview Ave-
nue and Delhi Street Intersection Improvement
project. Seconded by Resnick. Staff made a
presentation. Topics included what is a mod-
ern roundabout, reasons for using rounda-
bouts, description of intersection under design,
and simulations. Angela Allred, 1465 Parkway
St. thanked staff for the public outreach and
information and addressed the City Council
regarding her concerns about pedestrian and
bicycle safety. Ben Wilkinson of GHD ad-
dressed Ms. Allred’s concerns about planned
signage and crosswalk setbacks as well as the
infeasibility of a crosswalk on the slope of
North Grandview Ave. north of the intersection.
Motion carried 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 179-16
APPROVAL OF PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS,
FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATED
COST FOR THE NORTH GRANDVIEW AV-
ENUE AND DELHI STREET ROUNDABOUT
INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENT PROJECT
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
That the proposed plans, specifications,
form of contract and estimated cost for the
North Grandview Avenue and Delhi Street
Roundabout Intersection Improvement Project,
in the estimated amount $839,164.63, are
hereby approved.
Passed, adopted and approved this 2nd day
of May, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Upon motion the rules were reinstated lim-
iting discussion to the City Council.
ACTION ITEMS
1. Public Input and Start Time for City
Council Meetings: City Attorney submitting two
proposed ordinances concerning City Council
discussion of the placement of Public Input on
the Council agenda and adjusting the start
time for regular meetings.
Restated motion by Connors to receive
and file the documents and consider the first
reading of a proposed ordinance amending
City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances Title 1
Administration, Chapter 6 Mayor and City
Council, Article A Rules and Procedure, Sec-
tion 1-6A-3 Types of Meeting by establishing
the meeting time for regular City Council meet-
ings of 6:00 PM adding an effective date of
June 10, 2016 if adopted. Seconded by Jones.
City Council discussed the impact the time
change might have on Council Member at-
tendance at work sessions that would have to
be scheduled earlier to accommodate the time
change and conflicts with work schedules.
Motion carried 4-3 with Del Toro, Rios, and
Resnick voting nay.
Restated motion by Connors to receive
and file the documents and consider the first
reading of a proposed ordinance amending
City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances Title 1
Administration, Chapter 6 Mayor and City
Council, Article A Rules and Procedure, Sec-
tions 1-6A-11 Order of Business and Agenda
and 1-6A-14 Rights of Public by clarifying the
rules relating to communications to the City
Council and the Public Input Agenda adding
an effective date June 10, 2016 if adopted.
Seconded by Resnick. Motion carried 7-0.
2. Multicultural Family Center Annual Re-
port for 2015: Multicultural Family Center Di-
rector Farris Muhammad provided a presenta-
tion of the 2015 Multicultural Family Center
Annual Report. Topics included mission
statement, vision and primary goal; pub-
lic/private partnerships; board of directors; staff
and volunteers; programs that promote long-
term learning; events that showcase Dubu-
que’s diversity; celebration of culturally signifi-
cant days; programs that teach culturally dis-
tinct content; computers and technology; wel-
coming space and support; supporting City
Council goals; financials and demographics;
recognition of community donors. Motion by
Jones to receive and file the documents. Se-
conded by Jones. Motion carried 7-0.
3. Bee Branch Creek Restoration Project
Update: Civil Engineer Deron Muehring pro-
vided a presentation on the status update of
the multi-phase Bee Branch Watershed Flood
Mitigation Project in preparation for the May 9,
2016 walking tour of the project. Motion by
Connors to receive and file the documents.
Seconded by Jones. Motion carried 6-0 (Res-
nick having momentarily stepped out of the
room). Topics included a status update on
completion dates of related flood mitigation
improvement projects and grant/city cost
share. Focus was given to W. 32nd St. Deten-
tion Basin; Lower Bee Branch Creek Basin
overlook, floating island, and gate replace-
ment; Upper Bee Branch Creek Restoration;
22nd Street storm sewer improvements; Kauf-
mann Avenue storm sewer improvements;
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railroad culverts/tunneling; 17th Street storm
sewer improvements; West Locust Street
storm sewer improvements; and impervious
surface reduction projects (green alleys).
COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS
Council Member Jones reported on the
partnership between NICC, Dubuque Fire De-
partment and Paramount Ambulance for
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) educa-
tion to help produce an increased pool of di-
verse applicants.
Mayor Buol reported on the National
League of Cities Mayor’s Institute of Financial
Inclusion where he presented on Dubuque’s
Bank On program.
CLOSED SESSION
Motion by Jones at 9:54 p.m. to convene in
closed session to discuss pending litigation
and property acquisition pursuant to Chapter
21.5(1)(c), -(j) Code of Iowa. Seconded by
Connors. Mayor Buol stated for the record that
the attorney who will consult with City Council
on the issues to be discussed in closed ses-
sion is Assistant City Attorney Maureen
Quann. Motion carried 7-0.
Upon motion the City Council reconvened
in open session at 10:15 p.m. stating that staff
had been given proper direction.
There being no further business, upon mo-
tion the City Council adjourned at 10:16 p.m.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, CMC, City Clerk
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
SPECIAL SESSION
OFFICIAL
The Dubuque City Council met in special
session at 5:30 p.m. on May 9, 2016 at 429
Rhomberg, Bee Branch Creek Restoration
Project Construction Trailer. The meeting hav-
ing been moved from the parking area at Gar-
field Avenue and Pine Street due to inclement
weather.
Present: Mayor Buol; Council Members
Connors, Del Toro, Jones, Lynch, Resnick;
City Manager Van Milligen, City Attorney Lin-
dahl
Absent: Council Member Rios
Mayor Buol read the call and stated this is
a special session of the City Council called for
the purpose of approving a financial assis-
tance application to the IDNR for the Comiskey
Park Master Plan and rescheduling of the
walking tour of the Bee Branch Creek Restora-
tion Project.
CONSENT ITEMS
1. Land & Water Conservation Fund Out-
door Recreation Legacy Partnership Program
Urban Grant Application - Comiskey Park Mas-
ter Plan: City Manager requesting authoriza-
tion to apply to the Iowa Department of Natural
Resources to seek Land & Water Conserva-
tion financial assistance from the National Park
Service for the implementation of the Comis-
key Park Master Plan. Motion by Lynch to re-
ceive and file the documents and adopt Reso-
lution No. 180-16 Acquisition or Development
for Outdoor Recreation Land and Water Con-
servation Fund Financial Assistance in Comis-
key Park, Dubuque, Iowa. Seconded by Jones.
Motion carried 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 180-16
PROJECT PROPOSAL RESOLUTION ON
ACQUISITION OR DEVELOPMENT FOR
OUTDOOR RECREATION
County: Dubuque
Whereas, the City of Dubuque, Iowa
(City/County) is interested in acquiring lands or
developing outdoor recreational facilities on
the following described project for the enjoy-
ment of the citizenry of Comiskey Park and the
State Iowa.
Site Address: 255 E. 24th Street, Dubuque,
Iowa
Project Title: Comiskey Park Master Plan
Implementation
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Total Estimated Cost: $ 1,016,000
Brief Description of Project: The project in-
volves the expansion of Comiskey Park, which
serves the Washington and North End Neigh-
borhoods. Existing park amenities (playground
equipment, skate park, tennis court, basketball
courts, and soccer goals) do not meet current
recreation demands. A 1.95 acre parcel was
acquired in early 2016 to grow the park foot-
print. The City has begun to develop the mas-
ter plan using a community engagement pro-
cess to redesign existing amenities and/or add
new elements such as a splash park.
And, Land and Water Conservation Fund
financial assistance is being sought for the
acquisition or development of said outdoor
recreational facilities,
Now therefore, be it resolved by the City
Council of the City of Dubuque (IA) that the
project described above be authorized,
And, be it further resolved that said City
Council make application to The Iowa Depart-
ment of Natural Resources to seek Land and
Water Conservation Fund financial assistance
from the National Park Service in the amount
of 50 percent of the actual cost of the project,
And, be it further resolved that said City
Council certifies to the following:
1. That is will accept the terms and condi-
tions set forth in the NPS Grants-in-Aid
Manual and which will be a part of the
Project Agreement for any grant
awarded under the attached proposal.
2. That it is in complete accord with the
attached proposal and that it will carry
out the acquisition and/or development
in the manner described in the proposal
and any plans and specifications at-
tached thereto unless prior approval for
any change has been received from the
Iowa Department of Natural Resources.
3. That is has the ability and intention to
finance its share of the cost of the pro-
ject and that the project will be operat-
ed and maintained at the expense of
said City Council for public outdoor rec-
reational use.
4. That no financial assistance has been
given or promised under any other fed-
eral program or activity with regard to
the proposed project.
5. That it will not discriminate against any
person on the basis of race, color, or
natural origin in the use of any property
or failure acquired or developed pursu-
ant to this proposal, and shall comply
with the terms and intent of the Title VI
of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, P.L. 88-
352 (1964), and of the regulations
promulgated pursuant to such Act by
the Secretary of the Interior and con-
tained in 43 CFR 17.
6. That it will maintain adequate financial
records on the proposed project to
substantiate claims for cost-sharing.
THIS IS TO CERTIFY that the foregoing is
a true and correct copy of a resolution duly
and legally adopted by the City Council of the
City of Dubuque (IA) at a legal meeting held on
this 9th Day of May, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
2. Walking Tour of the Bee Branch Creek
Restoration Project: Lynch motioned that, due
to inclement weather, the walking tour of the
Bee Branch Creek Restoration Project be re-
scheduled for a date/time recommended by
staff. Seconded by Resnick. Motion carried 6-
0.
There being no further business, upon mo-
tion the City Council adjourned at 5:36 p.m.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, CMC, City Clerk
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CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
REGULAR SESSION
OFFICIAL
The Dubuque City Council met in regular
session at 6:30 p.m. on May 16, 2016 in the
Historic Federal Building, 350 W. 6th Street.
Present: Mayor Buol; Council Members
Connors, Del Toro, Jones (via phone), Lynch,
Resnick, Rios; City Manager Van Milligen,
Assistant 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)
Bike to Work Week (May 16-20, 2016) was
accepted by Dave Hartig of the Bike Coop,
2206 Central Avenue;
DuRide in Service to Older Americans
Month (May 2016) was accepted by Greg Or-
woll, Executive Director of DuRide, 2728 As-
bury Road;
Apples for Students Months (June/July
2016) was accepted by Beth McGorry, Out-
reach Coordinator for St. Mark Youth Enrich-
ment, 1201 Locust Street.
CONSENT ITEMS
The City Clerk announced a correction to
#15 Request for Release of Funds - Fiscal
Year 2016 CDBG Annual Action Plan to reflect
the change of name to Historic Bluffs Neigh-
borhood Association.
Motion by Lynch to receive and file the
documents, adopt the resolutions, and dispose
of as indicated including the correction to #15.
Seconded by Connors. Motion carried 7-0.
1. Minutes and Reports Submitted: City
Council Proceedings of 5/2, 5/9; Civil Service
Commission of 4/26; Historic Preservation
Commission of 4/21; Investment Oversight
Advisory Commission of 4/27; Library Board of
Trustees Council Update 4/28; Long Range
Planning Advisory Commission of 4/20; Zoning
Advisory Commission of 5/4; Zoning Board of
Adjustment of 4/28; Proof of Publication for
City Council Proceedings of 4/18; Proof of
Publication for List of Claims/Summary of
Revenues for Month Ending 3/31. Upon mo-
tion the documents were received and filed.
2. Notice of Claims and Suits: Rob Klauer /
Dubuque Furniture & Flooring for property
damage. Upon motion the documents were
received, filed and refer to the City Attorney.
3. Disposition of Claims: City Attorney ad-
vising that the following claims have been re-
ferred to Public Entity Risk Services of Iowa,
the agent for the Iowa Communities Assurance
Pool: Rob Klauer for property damage; Devon
Phillips for property loss. Upon motion the
documents were received, filed and concurred.
4. FEMA Fire Prevention and Life Safety
Grant Application: City Manager recommend-
ing approval to submit an application for a
FEMA Fire Prevention and Life Safety Grant.
Upon motion the documents were received,
filed and approved.
5. Quarterly Investment Report: City Man-
ager transmitting the March 31, 2016 Quarterly
Investment Report. Upon motion the docu-
ments were received and filed.
6. Civil Service Commission - Certified
Lists: Civil Service Commission submitting the
certified lists for the positions of Sewer
Maintenance Foreman, Foreman, Public Safe-
ty Dispatcher and Inspector II. Upon motion
the documents were received, filed and made
a Matter of Record.
April 26, 2016
Honorable Mayor and
Members of the City Council
In accordance with Chapter 400 of the
Code of Iowa, an examination for the position
of Sewer Maintenance Foreman was adminis-
tered on March 10, 2016. We hereby certify
that the individuals listed below have passed
this written examination and the vacancy for
this position should be made from this list and
that this list is good for two (2) years from
above date.
Sewer Maintenance Foreman
1. Nicholas Wilson
2. William Gansen
3. Paul Dement
4. Christian Kloft
5. Robert Barry
6. Ron Gulyash
7. Gary Valentine
8. Jerome Ben
9. Dan Chapman
10. Tim Lattner
Eligible Employee: Bill Kelly
Respectfully submitted,
/s/Daniel White, Chairperson
Civil Service Commission
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April 26, 2016
Honorable Mayor and
Members of the City Council
In accordance with Chapter 400 of the
Code of Iowa, an examination for the position
of Foreman was administered on March 24,
2016. We hereby certify that the individuals
listed below have passed this written examina-
tion and the vacancy for this position should be
made from this list and that this list is good for
two (2) years from above date.
Foreman
1 Lucas Gonyier
2 Gary Valentine
3 Daniel Mayne
4 Mark Meyer
5 Paul Dement
6 William Gansen
7 Nicholas Wilson
8 Christian Kloft
9 Tim Lattner
10 Robert Barry
11 Chad Berendes
Respectfully submitted,
/s/Daniel White, Chairperson
Civil Service Commission
April 26, 2016
Honorable Mayor and
Members of the City Council
In accordance with Chapter 400 of the
Code of Iowa, an examination for the position
of Public Safety Dispatcher was administered
on March 30, 2016. We hereby certify that the
individuals listed below have passed this writ-
ten examination and the vacancy for this posi-
tion should be made from this list and that this
list is good for two (2) years from above date.
Public Safety Dispatcher
1 Molly Kuhn
2 Abigail Ryan
3 Jason Cox
4 Douglas Kuehn
5 Jessica Kieffer
6 Richard Kapparos, Jr.
7 Martin Benda
Respectfully submitted,
/s/Daniel White, Chairperson
Civil Service Commission
April 26, 2016
Honorable Mayor and
Members of the City Council
In accordance with Chapter 400 of the
Code of Iowa, an examination for the position
of Inspector II was administered via take-home
exam. We hereby certify that the individuals
listed below have passed this “take-home”
examination and the vacancy for this position
should be made from this list and that this list
is good for two (2) years from above date.
Inspector II
1 Jeffrey Zasada
2 Daniel Meneguin
3 Michael Simmons
4 Justin Licht
5 Brian Schuster
6 Lee Mau
7 Kevin Kramer
8 Robert Boge
Respectfully submitted,
/s/Daniel White, Chairperson
Civil Service Commission
7. Riley Auto Sales Co. - Acceptance of
Water Main Improvements: City Manager rec-
ommending acceptance of the water main
public improvements that the owner, Riley
Auto Sales Co., has recently completed adja-
cent to the south side of their property at 4455
Dodge Street. Upon motion the documents
were received and filed and Resolution No.
181-16 Accepting water main improvements in
the Dodge Street (US Highway 20) Right-of-
Way in the City of Dubuque, Iowa was adopt-
ed.
RESOLUTION NO. 181-16
ACCEPTING WATER MAIN IMPROVE-
MENTS IN THE DODGE STREET (US
HIGHWAY 20) RIGHT OF WAY IN THE CITY
OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
Whereas, per an agreement between the
City of Dubuque and Riley Auto Sales Co.,
certain public improvements including approx-
imately one hundred sixty lineal feet of water
main and appurtenances were installed by
Riley Auto Sales Co. in the Dodge Street (US
Highway 20) right of way in the City of Dubu-
que, Iowa; and
Whereas, the improvements have been
completed and the City Manager has exam-
ined the work and has filed a certificate stating
that the same has been completed in accord-
ance with the plans on the attached Exhibit A
and in conformance with City specifications,
and has recommended that the improvements
be accepted by the City Council.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the recommendation of the
City Manager be approved and that said public
improvements in the Dodge Street (US High-
way 20) right of way be and the same is here-
by accepted.
Section 2. That maintenance of said public
improvements shall be the responsibility of the
owners, Riley Auto Sales Co., for a period of
two (2) years from the date of this resolution.
Passed, approved and adopted this 16th
day of May, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
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8. Timber-Hyrst Sanitary Creek Crossings
Project Award: City Manager recommending
that the award for the Timber-Hyrst Estates #4
North and South Line Creek Crossings Project
be officially recorded in the minutes of the City
Council. Upon motion the documents were
received, filed and made a Matter of Record
9. Rustic Point Estates-Preliminary Plat:
Zoning Advisory Commission recommending
approval of the Preliminary Plat of Rustic Point
Estates, 12568 Kennedy Road. Upon motion
the documents were received, filed and ap-
proved.
10. Table Mound Mobile Home Park - Plat
of Survey: Zoning Advisory Commission rec-
ommending approval of the Plat of Survey of
Table Mound Mobile Home Park on Key West
Drive subject to waiving the lot frontage re-
quirement for Lot 2. Upon motion the docu-
ments were received and filed and Resolution
No. 182-16 Approving the Plat of Survey Table
Mound Mobile Home Park in the City of Dubu-
que, Iowa was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 182-16
APPROVING THE PLAT OF SURVEY TA-
BLE MOUND MOBILE HOME PARK IN THE
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
Whereas, there has been filed with the City
Clerk a Plat of Survey Dolter Place #2 in the
city of Dubuque, Iowa; and
Whereas, said Plat of Survey provides 0
feet of lot frontage for Lot 2, where 50 feet of
lot frontage is required by Section 11-14 of
Title 16 of the City of Dubuque Code of Ordi-
nances, Unified Development Code; and
Whereas, said Plat of Survey has been ex-
amined by the Zoning Advisory Commission
and had its approval endorsed thereon; and
Whereas, said Plat of Survey has been ex-
amined by the City Council and they find that it
conforms to the statutes and ordinances relat-
ing thereto.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That Section 11-14 of Title 16 of
the City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances, Uni-
fied Development Code, is waived to allow 0
feet of lot frontage for Lot 2.
Section 2. That the Plat of Survey of Table
Mound Mobile Home Park is hereby approved
and the Mayor and City Clerk are hereby au-
thorized and directed to endorse the approval
of the City of Dubuque, Iowa upon said Plat of
Survey.
Passed, approved and adopted this 16th
day of May, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
11. Plat of Survey - Tiefenthaler 2nd Place:
City Manager recommending approval of the
Plat of Survey of Lots 1 and 2 of Tiefenthaler
2nd Place, in the City of Dubuque, Iowa (North
Grandview Avenue and University Avenue).
Upon motion the documents were received
and filed and Resolution No. 183-16 Approving
Plat of proposed vacated right of way of North
Grandview Avenue South of University Ave-
nue, being part of Lots 1 and 2 of the Subdivi-
sion of Lot 12 of Mineral Lot 172, in the City of
Dubuque, Iowa was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 183-16
APPROVING PLAT OF PROPOSED VA-
CATED RIGHT OF WAY OF NORTH
GRANDVIEW AVENUE SOUTH OF UNI-
VERSITY AVENUE, BEING PART OF LOTS
1 AND 2 OF THE SUBDIVISION OF LOT 12
OF MINERAL LOT 172, IN THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA
Whereas, there has been presented to the
City Council of the City of Dubuque, Iowa a
plat dated May 5, 2016 prepared by Hinkle
Engineering and Surveying, showing the va-
cated portion of North Grandview Avenue
south of University Avenue and assigned lot
numbers thereto, to be known as Lot 1 and Lot
2 of Tiefenthaler 2nd Place, in the City of
Dubuque, Iowa; and
Whereas, said plat conforms to the laws
and statutes pertaining thereto.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the plat dated May 5, 2016
prepared by Hinkle Engineering and Survey-
ing, relative to the real estate hereinabove
described be and the same is hereby ap-
proved, and the Mayor and City Clerk be and
they are hereby authorized and directed to
execute said plat for and on behalf of the City
of Dubuque, Iowa.
Section 2. That the City Clerk be and is
hereby authorized and directed to file said plat
and certified copy of this resolution in the office
of the Recorder in and for Dubuque County,
Iowa.
Passed, approved and adopted this 16th
day of May, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
12. Eagle Point Park - Certified Local Gov-
ernment (CLG) Grant Amendment: City Man-
ager recommending approval of an amend-
ment to Certified Local Government (CLG)
Grant No. 2015-03 with the State Historic
Preservation Office for Eagle Point Park that
removes the requirement to complete the sec-
ond part of the project, the National Register of
Historic Places nomination, as part of the grant
contract. Upon motion the documents were
Book 146 Regular Session May 16, 2016 176
received and filed and Resolution No. 184-16
Authorizing amendment to CLG Grant-in-Aid-
Agreement with State Historical Society of
Iowa to remove National Register of Historic
Places Nomination for Eagle Point Park was
adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 184-16
AUTHORIZING AMENDMENT TO CLG
GRANT-IN-AID-AGREEMENT WITH STATE
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF IOWA TO RE-
MOVE NATIONAL REGISTER OF HISTORIC
PLACES NOMINATION FOR EAGLE POINT
PARK
Whereas, the State Historical Society of
Iowa (SHSI) has determined the City of Dubu-
que is eligible for Certified Local Government
(CLG) funds as a CLG in good standing; and
Whereas, the City of Dubuque has entered
into a CLG grant-in-aid-agreement with SHSI
to prepare a Phase 1 archeological survey and
an intensive survey and evaluation and Na-
tional Register of Historic Places (NRHP) nom-
ination for Eagle Point Park; and
Whereas, the City of Dubuque’s consultant
has completed a Phase 1 archeological survey
for Eagle Point Park and the final report has
been approved by SHSI; and
Whereas, the City of Dubuque’s volunteer
consultant has been unable to complete the
NRHP nomination in accordance with the grant
schedule.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the Mayor is authorized to
sign and submit the amendment to the CLG
Grant In Aid Agreement to the SHSI to remove
preparation of a NRHP Nomination.
Passed, approved and adopted this 16th
day of May, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
13. Pre-Annexation Agreement – Kemp:
City Manager recommending approval of a
Pre-Annexation Agreement with James P.
Kemp and Kathy J. Kemp. Upon motion the
documents were received and filed and Reso-
lution No. 185-16 Approving a Pre-Annexation
Agreement between the City of Dubuque, Iowa
and James P. Kemp and Kathy J. Kemp was
adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 185-16
APPROVING A PRE-ANNEXATION
AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA AND JAMES P. KEMP
AND KATHY J. KEMP
Whereas, James. P. Kemp and Kathy J.
Kemp, the owners of the following described
property in Dubuque County, Iowa (the Proper-
ty) have submitted to the City Council of the
City of Dubuque an application for voluntary
annexation of the Property to the City of
Dubuque:
The NW ¼ NE ¼ (Except Lot 1 of the
NW ¼ NE ¼), Section 19, T88N, R3E,
Dubuque County, Iowa and located in
the NE ¼ of Section 19, T88N, R3E
(Mosalem TWP) of the 5th P.M., Dubu-
que County, Iowa; and
Whereas, James P. Kemp and Kathy J.
Kemp, have entered into a Pre-Annexation
Agreement with the City of Dubuque a copy of
which is attached hereto governing the future
annexation of the Property; and
Whereas, the Property is not subject to an
existing annexation moratorium; and
Whereas, the Property does not include
any state or railroad property; and
Whereas, Iowa Code Section 368.7 author-
izes the voluntary annexation of property in
Dubuque County, Iowa and the extension of
city limits by voluntary annexation; and
Whereas, the annexation of the Property is
consistent with the Comprehensive Plan of the
City of Dubuque, necessary for the future or-
derly growth and development of the City of
Dubuque, and will promote efficient and cost
effective extension of municipal services; and
Whereas, the City Council finds that the
annexation of the Property is in the public in-
terest.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The Pre-Annexation Agreement
by and between James P. Kemp and Kathy J.
Kemp and the City of Dubuque is hereby ap-
proved.
Passed, approved and adopted this 16th
day of May, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
14. Mark Fondell Excavating, Inc. vs. City
of Dubuque: City Attorney submitting a Sum-
mary Judgment dismissing the suit of Mark
Fondell Excavating, Inc. vs. City of Dubuque.
Upon motion the documents were received
and filed.
15. Request for Release of Funds - Fiscal
Year 2016 CDBG Annual Action Plan - Historic
Bluffs Neighborhood Association (As correct-
ed): City Manager recommending approval of
the Request for Release of Funds for the pro-
posed projects approved in the amended Fis-
cal Year 2016 (Program Year 2015) Annual
Action Plan for Community Development Block
Grant activities that includes an environmental
review of the Historic Bluffs Neighborhood
Association's community garden project. Upon
motion the documents were received and filed
and Resolution No. 186-16 Authorizing request
Book 146 Regular Session, May 16, 2016 177
for release of Community Development Block
Grant Funds for Fiscal Year 2016 (Program
Year 2017) was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 186-16
AUTHORIZING REQUEST FOR RELEASE
OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK
GRANT FUNDS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2016
(PROGRAM YEAR 2015)
Whereas, the City of Dubuque will has en-
tered into a Community Development Block
Grant Agreement for the Fiscal Year com-
mencing July 1, 2015, with the U.S. Depart-
ment of Housing and Urban Development,
providing for financial assistance to the City
under Title I of the Housing and Community
Development Act of 1974, as amended; and
Whereas, pursuant to the rules and regula-
tions as promulgated by the U.S. Department
of Housing and Urban Development, an envi-
ronmental review has been processed for the
hereinafter listed projects to be financed with
Community Development Block Grant funds;
and
Whereas, a Notice of Intent to Request Re-
lease of Funds for said grants has been pub-
lished on May 13, 2016 to commence the re-
quired seven (7) day public comment period;
and
Whereas, any and all comments received
as a result of such notice will be duly consid-
ered before proceeding with a Request for
Release of Funds and Certification; and
Whereas, a Request for Release of Funds
and Certification must be sent to the U.S. De-
partment of Housing and Urban Development
at the conclusion of the comment period.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the Mayor of the City of
Dubuque is hereby authorized and directed to
execute a Request for Release of Funds and
Certification for the following identified Com-
munity Development Block Grant projects on
or about May 26, 2016 and submit to the U.S.
Department of Housing and Urban Develop-
ment.
Community Development Block Grant
Annual Plan Projects Fiscal Year 2016
(Program Year 2015)
Historic Bluff Neighborhood Association
Community Garden Project
No funds will be committed prior to comple-
tion of a review for other related laws of 24
CFR 58.5, including Section 106, if required.
Section 2. That the Mayor of the City of
Dubuque is hereby authorized to consent to
assume the status of a responsible federal
official under the National Environmental Pro-
tection Act, insofar as the provisions of the
said Act apply to the U.S. Department of Hous-
ing and Urban Development responsibilities for
review, decision making, and action assumed
and carried out by the City of Dubuque as to
environmental issues.
Section 3. That the Mayor of the City of
Dubuque is hereby authorized to consent per-
sonally, in his official capacity and on behalf of
the City of Dubuque, to accept the jurisdiction
of the federal courts if an action is brought to
enforce responsibilities in relation to environ-
mental review, decision-making and action.
Passed, approved and adopted this 16th
day of May, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
16. National Recreation and Park Associa-
tion Great Urban Parks Campaign Grant Ap-
plication: City Manager transmitting the Na-
tional Recreation and Park Association Great
Urban Parks Campaign Grant that was submit-
ted on behalf of the City of Dubuque for com-
ponents to be developed in the Lower Bee
Branch Creek. Upon motion the documents
were received and filed.
17. Ham House Masonry Rehabilitation
Project - Architectural/Engineering Services:
City Manager recommending approval to enter
into a contract with Selser Schaefer Architects
to conduct consultant services for the Ham
House Masonry Rehabilitation Project. Upon
motion the documents were received, filed and
approved.
18. Five Flags Theater Masonry Rehabilita-
tion and Fire Escape - Architectur-
al/Engineering Services: City Manager rec-
ommending approval to enter into a contract
with Selser Schaefer Architects to conduct
consultant services for the Five Flags Theater
Masonry Rehabilitation and Fire Escape Pro-
ject. Upon motion the documents were re-
ceived, filed and approved.
19. Public Housing Agency (PHA) Annual
Plan: City Manager recommending approval to
resubmit the Annual Public Housing Agency
(PHA) Plan, along with the Certification for
Consistency with the Consolidated Plan. Upon
motion the documents were received and filed
and Resolution No. 187-16 Authorizing the
Mayor to execute the Certification by State or
Local Official of PHA Plans, Consistency with
the Consolidated Plan and approval of the
PHA Annual Plan was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 187-16
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE
THE CERTIFICATION BY STATE OR LOCAL
OFFICIAL OF PHA PLANS CONSISTENCY
WITH THE CONSOLIDATED PLAN AND
APPROVAL OF THE PHA ANNUAL PLAN
Book 146 Regular Session May 16, 2016 178
Whereas, the U.S. Department of Housing
and Urban Development requires submission
of the Public Housing Agency (PHA) Plan on
an annual basis; and
Whereas, the U.S. Department of Housing
and Urban Development requires Certification
of the PHA Plans Consistency with the Consol-
idated Plan.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE IOWA:
Section 1: That the Mayor is hereby au-
thorized and directed to certify the PHA Plans
Consistency with the Consolidated Plan.
Section 2: That the Director of Housing and
Community Development is hereby authorized
to submit the PHA Plan and the Certification
as required by the U.S. Department of Housing
and Urban Development.
Passed, approved and adopted this 16th
day of May 2016.
Roy D Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
20. Acceptance of Deed and Assignment
of Lease for 2239 University - Fahey Family
Limited Partnership / Rainbo Oil: City Manager
recommending acceptance of the deed for the
property at 2239 University Avenue from the
Fahey Family Limited Partnership and ac-
ceptance of a month-to-month lease for the
Dog House parking lot. Upon motion the doc-
uments were received and filed and Resolution
No. 188-16 Accepting the Deed to certain real
estate in the City of Dubuque, Iowa and an
Assignment of Lease from Fahey Family Lim-
ited Partnership was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 188-16
ACCEPTING THE DEED TO CERTAIN REAL
ESTATE IN THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
AND AN ASSIGNMENT OF LEASE FROM
FAHEY FAMILY LIMITED PARTNERSHIP
Whereas, the City of Dubuque (City) en-
tered into an Agreement on April 19, 2016,
with Fahey Family Limited Partnership for the
purchase of the following described real prop-
erty in Dubuque County, Iowa:
1. The Northwesterly 25 feet of Lot 2 in
Finley's Addition to the City of
Dubuque, Iowa according to the
recorded Plat thereof,
2. Lot 1 of lot 1, Lot 2 of lot 1, and, the
southeasterly 41 feet of lot 2, all in
Finley's Addition, in the City of
Dubuque, Iowa according to the re-
spective recorded Plats thereof,
3. Lot 1, Lot 1 of Lot 2, Lot 2 of Lot 2,
Lot 1 of Lot 3, Lot 2 of Lot 3, and
Lot 4, all of Mineral Lot 170, in the
City of Dubuque, Iowa according to
the recorded Plats thereof, subject
to easements and restrictions of
record.
Locally known as 2239 University Ave-
nue; and
Whereas, the terms of the Agreement have
now been met; and
Whereas, the property is subject to a short-
term lease for a parking lot which is being as-
signed to City, subject to City’s acceptance of
the assignment.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. The City of Dubuque hereby ac-
cepts the Warranty Deed from Fahey Family
Limited Partnership attached hereto and the
Assignment of Lease.
Section 2. The City Clerk is hereby author-
ized and directed to record this Resolution and
the Warranty Deed with the Dubuque County
Recorder.
Passed, approved and adopted this 16th
day of May, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
21. Mystique Casino Request to Construct
Outside Patio and Pergola: City Manager rec-
ommending approval of a request from Mys-
tique Casino to spend funds from the Dubuque
Racing Association Depreciation and Im-
provement Fund to construct a patio and per-
gola in the area between the Hilton Garden Inn
and Houlihan's Restaurant to meet required
Hilton standards. Upon motion the documents
were received, filed and approved.
22. IDOT Five-Year Agreement for Mainte-
nance and Repair of Primary Roads in Munici-
palities: City Manager recommending approval
and endorsement of the Five-Year Agreement
for Maintenance and Repair of Primary Roads
in Municipalities between the Iowa Department
of Transportation and the City of Dubuque.
Upon motion the documents were received,
filed and approved.
23. Southwest Arterial Property Acquisi-
tions: City Manager recommending approval of
resolutions accepting Grants of Easements
and Deeds to three properties acquired for the
Southwest Arterial Project owned by Bob
Broughton Investments, Inc.; Arthofer Proper-
ties, LLC; Link Properties, LLC; and Menard,
Inc. Upon motion the documents were re-
ceived and filed and Resolution No. 189-16
Accepting a Grant of Temporary Construction
Easement for the Southwest Arterial Project
from Bob Broughton Investments, Inc., Artho-
fer Properties, LLC, and Link Properties, LLC;
Resolution No. 190-16 Accepting a Grant of
Temporary Construction Easements for the
Southwest Arterial Project from Menard Inc.;
Book 146 Regular Session, May 16, 2016 179
Resolution No. 191-16 Accepting a Grant of
Temporary Construction Easement for the
Southwest Arterial Project from Bob Broughton
Investments, Inc. ;Resolution No. 192-16 Ac-
cepting a Deed for the Southwest Arterial Pro-
ject from Bob Broughton Investments, Inc.,
were adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 189-16
ACCEPTING A GRANT OF TEMPORARY
CONSTRUCTION EASEMENT FOR THE
SOUTHWEST ARTERIAL PROJECT FROM
BOB BROUGHTON INVESTMENTS, INC.,
ARTHOFER PROPERTIES, LLC, AND LINK
PROPERTIES, LLC
Whereas, the City of Dubuque entered into
an agreement for the purchase of an ease-
ment for the Southwest Arterial Project with
Bob Broughton Investments, Inc.; Arthofer
Properties, LLC; and Link Properties, LLC for
the property legally described as:
A parcel of land situated in part of Lot 5
of Westside Commercial Park, City of
Dubuque, County of Dubuque, State of
Iowa as more particularly shown on the
Temporary Easement exhibit attached
hereto; and
Whereas, the terms of the agreement have
been satisfied.
NOW , THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA AS FOLLOWS:
1. The Grant of Temporary Construction
Easement attached hereto is hereby accepted.
2. The City Clerk is authorized and directed
to record this resolution and the Grant of
Easement with the Dubuque County Recorder.
Passed, approved and adopted this 16th
day of May, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
RESOLUTION NO. 190-16
ACCEPTING A GRANT OF TEMPORARY
CONSTRUCTION EASEMENTS FOR THE
SOUTHWEST ARTERIAL PROJECT FROM
MENARD INC.
Whereas, the City of Dubuque entered into
an agreement for the purchase of easements
for the Southwest Arterial Project with Menard
Inc. for the property legally described as:
A parcel of land situated in part of Lot 2
of Siegert’s Place Fourth Addition, City
of Dubuque, County Of Dubuque, State
of Iowa as more particularly shown on
the Temporary Easement exhibit at-
tached hereto; and
Whereas, the terms of the agreement have
been satisfied.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA AS FOLLOWS:
1. The Grant of Temporary Construction
Easements attached hereto is hereby accept-
ed.
2. The City Clerk is authorized and directed
to record this resolution and the Grant of
Easements with the Dubuque County Record-
er.
Passed, approved and adopted this 16th
day of May, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
RESOLUTION NO. 191-16
ACCEPTING A GRANT OF TEMPORARY
CONSTRUCTION EASEMENT FOR THE
SOUTHWEST ARTERIAL PROJECT FROM
BOB BROUGHTON INVESTMENTS, INC.
Whereas, the City of Dubuque entered into
an agreement for the purchase of an ease-
ment for the Southwest Arterial Project with
Bob Broughton Investments, Inc. for the prop-
erty legally described as:
A parcel of land situated in part of Lot 1
of Siegert’s Place Third Addition in the
City of Dubuque, County of Dubuque,
State of Iowa as more particularly
shown on the Temporary Easement
exhibit attached hereto; and
Whereas, the terms of the agreement have
been satisfied.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA AS FOLLOWS:
1. The Grant of Temporary Construction
Easement attached hereto is hereby accepted.
2. The City Clerk is authorized and directed
to record this resolution and the Grant of
Easement with the Dubuque County Recorder.
Passed, approved and adopted this 16th
day of May, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
RESOLUTION NO. 192-16
ACCEPTING A DEED FOR THE SOUTH-
WEST ARTERIAL PROJECT FROM BOB
BROUGHTON INVESTMENTS, INC.
Whereas, the City of Dubuque entered into
an agreement for the purchase of real estate
for the Southwest Arterial Project with Bob
Broughton Investments, Inc. for the property
legally described as follows:
A parcel of land situated in part of Lot 1
of Siegert’s Place Third Addition in the
City of Dubuque, County of Dubuque,
State of Iowa as shown on the Acquisi-
tion Plat attached hereto; and
Whereas, the terms of the agreement have
been satisfied.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA AS FOLLOWS:
Book 146 Regular Session May 16, 2016 180
1. The deed attached hereto is hereby ac-
cepted.
2. The City Clerk is authorized and directed
to record this resolution and the deed with the
Dubuque County Recorder.
Passed, approved and adopted this 16th
day of May, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
24. Signed Contracts: Colleen Lindstrom
D/B/A Dubuque by Carriage Eleventh
Amendment to Lease Agreement Upon motion
the documents were received and filed.
25. Improvement Contracts / Performance,
Payment and Maintenance Bonds: MDE, LLC
D/B/A McDermott Excavating for the DICS
Building Pad 1 Sanitary Sewer Extension. Up-
on motion the documents were received, filed
and approved.
26. Alcohol Compliance Civil Penalty for
Alcohol License Holder - Carlos O'Kelly's Mex-
ican Café: City Manager recommending ap-
proval of the Acknowledgment/Settlement
Agreement for an alcohol compliance violation
for Carlos O'Kelly's Mexican Café, 1355 Asso-
ciates Drive. Upon motion the documents were
received, filed and approved.
27. Tobacco Compliance - Civil Penalty for
Tobacco License Holder - The Altered State:
City Manager recommending approval of the
Acknowledgement/Settlement Agreement for a
tobacco compliance violation for the Altered
State, 1533 Central Avenue. Upon motion the
documents were received, filed and approved.
28. Alcohol License Applications: City
Manager recommending approval of annual
beer, liquor and wine licenses as submitted.
Upon motion the documents were received
and filed and Resolution No. 193-16 Approving
applications for beer, liquor, and/or wine per-
mits, as required by City of Dubuque Code of
Ordinances Title 4 Business and License Reg-
ulations, Chapter 2 Liquor Control, Article B
Liquor, Beer and Wine Licenses and Permits
was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 193-16
APPROVING APPLICATIONS FOR BEER,
LIQUOR, AND/OR WINE PERMITS, AS RE-
QUIRED BY CITY OF DUBUQUE CODE OF
ORDINANCES TITLE 4 BUSINESS AND LI-
CENSE REGULATIONS, CHAPTER 2 LIQ-
UOR CONTROL, ARTICLE B LIQUOR,
BEER AND WINE LICENSES AND PERMITS
Whereas, applications for Beer, Liquor,
and or Wine Permits have been submitted and
filed with the City Council for approval and the
same have been examined and approved; and
Whereas, the premises to be occupied by
such applicants were inspected and found to
comply with the Ordinances of the City and the
applicants have filed the proper fees and
bonds and otherwise complied with the re-
quirements of the Code of Ordinances.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The City Clerk is hereby author-
ized and directed to cause to be issued the
noted permit types to the following applicants
pending submission of the locally required
documentation:
Renewals
Buffalo Wild Wings, 2805 Northwest Arterial,
Class C Liquor (Outdoor) (Sunday)
Days Inn & Spirits Bar & Grill, 1111 Dodge St.,
Class B Liquor (Outdoor) (Sunday)
Hartig Drug #2, 157 Locust St., Class E liquor,
Class B Wine, Class C Beer (Sunday)
Kalmes Breaktime Bar and Grill, 1097 Jackson
St., Class C Liquor (Sunday)
Mason Dixon Saloon, 163 Main St., Class C
Liquor (Sunday)
Mc Cann's Service, Inc., 690 W Locust St.,
Class C Beer (Sunday)
Port of Dubuque Marina, 450 East 3rd St.,
Class B Beer, Class B Native Wine (Out-
door) (Sunday)
Walgreens #06154, 2260 JFK Rd., Class E
liquor, Class B Wine, Class C Beer (Sun-
day)
Walgreens #09708, 55 JFK Rd., Class E liq-
uor, Class B Wine, Class C Beer (Sunday)
Passed, approved and adopted this 16th
day of May, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
ITEMS SET FOR PUBLIC HEARING
Motion by Lynch to receive and file the
documents, adopt the resolutions, set the pub-
lic hearings as indicated, and direct the City
Clerk to publish notice as prescribed by law.
Seconded by Resnick. Motion carried 7-0.
1. Rite Hite/AB(MC)2 Expansion Develop-
ment Agreement: City Manager recommending
that a public hearing be set for June 6, 2016,
on the proposal to enter into a Development
Agreement with Rite Hite/AB(MC)2 for their
expansion project at 4343 Chavenelle Road.
Upon motion the documents were received
and filed and Resolution No. 194-16 Fixing the
date for a public hearing of the City Council of
the City of Dubuque, Iowa on the execution of
a Development Agreement with Rite
Hite/AB(MC)2 and the proposed issuance of
Urban Renewal Tax Increment Revenue Obli-
gations and providing for the publication of
notice thereof was adopted setting a public
Book 146 Regular Session, May 16, 2016 181
hearing for a meeting to commence at 6:30
p.m. on June 6, 2016 in the Historic Federal
Building.
RESOLUTION NO. 194-16
FIXING THE DATE FOR A PUBLIC HEAR-
ING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF DUBUQUE, IOWA ON THE EXECUTION
OF A DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT WITH
RITE HITE/AB(MC)2 AND THE PROPOSED
ISSUANCE OF URBAN RENEWAL TAX IN-
CREMENT REVENUE OBLIGATIONS AND
PROVIDING FOR THE PUBLICATION OF
NOTICE THEREOF
Whereas, City of Dubuque, Iowa (City) and
Rite Hite/AB(MC)2 have entered into a Devel-
opment Agreement, subject to the approval of
the City Council, a copy of which is now on file
at the Office of the City Clerk, City Hall, 50 W.
13th Street, Dubuque, Iowa; and
Whereas, the City Council has tentatively
determined that it would be in the best inter-
ests of the City to approve the Development
Agreement with Rite Hite/AB(MC)2; and
Whereas, it is deemed necessary and ad-
visable that City should authorize Urban Re-
newal Tax Increment Revenue obligations, as
provided by Chapter 403 of the Code of Iowa,
and to enter into the Development Agreement
for the purpose of carrying out the expansion
of property located at 4343 Chavenelle Drive
as described in the Development Agreement;
and
Whereas, before said obligations may be
approved, Chapter 403 of the Code of Iowa
requires that the City Clerk publish a notice of
the proposal and of the time and place of the
meeting at which the City Council proposes to
take action thereon and at which meeting the
City Council shall receive oral and/or written
objections from any resident or property owner
of said City to such proposed action.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The City Clerk is hereby author-
ized and directed to cause a notice to be pub-
lished as prescribed by Iowa Code Section
403.9 of a public hearing on the City's intent to
enter into a Development Agreement with Rite
Hite/AB(MC)2 and to authorize Urban Renewal
Tax Increment Revenue obligations, to be held
on the 6th day of June, 2016, at 6:30 o'clock
p.m. in the City Council Chambers at the His-
toric Federal Building, 350 W. 6th St., Dubu-
que, Iowa.
Section 2. The City Council will meet at
said time and place for the purpose of taking
action on approving the execution of the De-
velopment Agreement with Rite Hite/AB(MC)2
and authorizing Urban Renewal Tax Increment
Revenue obligations, the proceeds of which
obligations will be used to carry out certain of
the special financing activities described in the
Amended and Restated Urban Renewal Plan
for the Dubuque Industrial Center Economic
Development District, consisting of the funding
of economic developments grants to
Hite/AB(MC)2 pursuant to the Development
Agreement. It is expected that the aggregate
amount of the Tax Increment Revenue obliga-
tions to be issued will be approximately
$1,236,700.
Section 3. The Clerk is hereby directed to
cause at least one publication to be made of a
notice of said meeting, in a newspaper, printed
wholly in the English language, and having
general circulation in said City, said publication
to be not less than four days nor more than
twenty days before the date of said meeting on
the issuance of said obligations.
Section 4. That the notice of the proposed
action to issue said obligations shall be in sub-
stantially the form attached hereto.
Passed, approved and adopted this 16th
day of May, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
2. Vacating Petition - North Grandview Av-
enue / University Avenue Right-of-Way: City
Manager recommending that a public hearing
be set for June 6, 2016, on the disposition of a
portion of the North Grandview Avenue right-
of-way in the southwest corner of North
Grandview Avenue and University Avenue to
Tom Tiefenthaler of K&T Real Estate, LLC.
Upon motion the documents were received
and filed and Resolution No. 195-16 Resolu-
tion of Intent to vacate and dispose of City
Interest in a portion of the right of way of North
Grandview Avenue south of University Ave-
nue, being part of Lots 1 and 2 of the Subdivi-
sion of Lot 12 of Mineral Lot 172, to be known
as Lot 1 of Tiefenthaler 2nd Place, in the City of
Dubuque, Iowa by sale to K&T Real Estate,
LLC was adopted setting a public hearing for a
meeting to commence at 6:30 p.m. on June 6,
2016 in the Historic Federal Building.
RESOLUTION NO. 195-16
INTENT TO VACATE AND DISPOSE OF
CITY INTEREST IN A PORTION OF THE
RIGHT OF WAY OF NORTH GRANDVIEW
AVENUE SOUTH OF UNIVERSITY AVENUE,
BEING PART OF LOTS 1 AND 2 OF THE
SUBDIVISION OF LOT 12 OF MINERAL LOT
172, TO BE KNOWN AS LOT 1 OF TIEFEN-
THALER 2ND PLACE, IN THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA BY SALE TO K&T REAL
ESTATE, LLC
Whereas, K&T Real Estate, LLC has re-
quested the vacating and purchase of the por-
tion of the Right of Way of North Grandview
Avenue south of University Avenue, being part
Book 146 Regular Session May 16, 2016 182
of Lots 1 and 2 of the Subdivision of Lot 12 of
Mineral Lot 172; and
Whereas, Hinkle Engineering and Survey-
ing has prepared and submitted to the City
Council a plat showing the proposed vacated
Right of Way of North Grandview Avenue
south of University Avenue, being part of Lots
1 and 2 of the Subdivision of Lot 12 of Mineral
Lot 172, in the City of Dubuque, Iowa and as-
signed lot numbers thereto, which hereinafter
shall be known and described as Lot 1 and Lot
2 of Tiefenthaler 2nd Place, in the City of
Dubuque, Iowa.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the City of Dubuque in-
tends to vacate and dispose of its interest in
Lot 1 of Tiefenthaler 2nd Place, in the City of
Dubuque, Iowa by sale to K&T Real estate,
LLC upon the terms and conditions of the Offer
to Buy Real Estate and Acceptance Agree-
ment attached hereto.
Section 2. That the conveyance of Lot 1 of
Tiefenthaler 2nd Place, in the City of Dubuque,
Iowa to K&T Real Estate, LLC be contingent
upon the payment in the amount of
$31,549.12, subject to the conditions of the
Offer To Buy Real Estate and Acceptance
Agreement between the City and K&T Real
Estate, LLC, plus all applicable costs for plat-
ting, publication, and filing fees.
Section 3. That a public hearing on the in-
tent to vacate and dispose of Lot 1 of Tiefen-
thaler 2nd Place by sale to K&T Real Estate,
LLC is hereby set for the 6th day of June, 2016,
at the Historic Federal Building, 350 W. 6th
Street, Dubuque, Iowa beginning at 6:30 p.m.,
and the City Clerk be and is hereby authorized
and directed to cause a notice of public hear-
ing on the intent to vacate and dispose of said
real estate to be published in the manner as
prescribed by law.
Passed, approved and adopted this 16th
day of May, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
BOARDS/COMMISSIONS
Appointment to the following commission
was made at this meeting.
1. Building Code and Advisory Appeals
Board: One, 3-year term through August 1,
2018 (Vacant term of Carr - Residential Con-
tractor). Applicant: Mark Gudenkauf, 1251
Deer Creek Ridge (Qualifies for Residential
Contractor). Motion by Lynch to appoint Mr.
Gudenkauf to a 3-year term. Seconded by
Connors. Motion carried 7-0.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Upon motion the rules were suspended al-
lowing anyone present to address the City
Council on the following items.
1. Request to Rezone - End of Wolff Road:
Proof of publication on notice of public hearing
to consider a request by Steve Smith to rezone
property at the end of Wolff Road (Parcel ID#
1020376004) from CSc Commercial Service &
Wholesale with conditions to LI Light Industrial
District and the Zoning Advisory Commission
recommending approval with conditions. Mo-
tion by Connors to receive and file the docu-
ments and that the requirement that a pro-
posed ordinance be considered and voted on
for passage at two Council meetings prior to
the meeting at which it is to be passed be sus-
pended. Seconded by Lynch. Planning Ser-
vices Manager Laura Carstens provided a staff
report. Motion carried 7-0.
Motion by Connors for final consideration
and passage of Ordinance No. 15-16 Amend-
ing Title 16 of the City of Dubuque Code of
Ordinances, Unified Development Code, by
reclassifying hereinafter described property
located at the end of Wolff Road from CSc
Commercial Service and Wholesale District
with conditions to LI Light Industrial District
with conditions as established in the attached
Memorandum of Agreement. Seconded by
Lynch. Motion carried 7-0.
OFFICIAL PUBLICATION
ORDINANCE NO. 15-16
AMENDING TITLE 16 OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE CODE OF ORDINANCES, UNI-
FIED DEVELOPMENT CODE, BY RECLAS-
SIFYING HEREINAFTER DESCRIBED
PROPERTY LOCATED AT THE END OF
WOLFF ROAD FROM CSc COMMERCIAL
SERVICE AND WHOLESALE DISTRICT
WITH CONDITIONS TO LI LIGHT INDUS-
TRIAL DISTRICT WITH CONDITIONS AS
ESTABLISHED IN THE ATTACHED MEMO-
RANDUM OF AGREEMENT
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That Title 16 of the City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances, Unified Devel-
opment Code, is hereby amended by reclassi-
fying the hereinafter described property from
CSc Commercial Service and Wholesale Dis-
trict with conditions to LI Light Industrial District
with conditions, to wit:
Lot 1 of Lot 1 North Range Industrial
Park #3, and to the centerline of the ad-
joining public right-of-way, all in the City
of Dubuque, Iowa.
Section 2. That the foregoing amendment
has heretofore been reviewed by the Zoning
Book 146 Regular Session, May 16, 2016 183
Advisory Commission of the City of Dubuque,
Iowa.
Section 3. This Ordinance shall take effect
immediately upon publication as provided by
law.
Passed, approved and adopted this 16th
day of May, 2016.
/s/Roy D. Buol, Mayor
/s/Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Published officially in the Telegraph Herald
newspaper on the 20th day of May, 2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT
Pursuant to the Iowa Code Section 414.5
(2015), and as an express condition of rezon-
ing of the property located at the end of Wolff
Road and legally described as:
Lot 1 of Lot 1 North Range Industrial
Park #3, and to the center line of the
adjoining public right-of-way, all in the
City of Dubuque, Iowa.
which is the subject of Ordinance No. 15-
16 , a copy of which is attached hereto and
incorporated herein by reference, the under-
signed property owner(s) agree(s) to the fol-
lowing conditions, all of which the property
owner(s) further agree(s) are reasonable and
are imposed to satisfy public needs which are
caused directly by the rezoning:
A. Conditions:
1. The building height be limited to 40
feet.
2. The building setback along the west
property line be a minimum of 30
feet.
3. The western boundary of the subject
property be planted with trees of a
species that at maturity would be a
minimum of 80 feet in height. Plant-
ing of these trees is to undertaken
with 12 months after the building
permit is obtained.
B. Reclassification of the Subject Property.
The City of Dubuque, Iowa may initiate
zoning reclassification proceedings to
the Commercial Service and Wholesale
District with conditions if the property
owner fails to complete any of the con-
ditions or provisions of this Agreement.
C. Modifications. Any modifications of this
Agreement shall be considered a zon-
ing reclassification and shall be subject
to the provisions of the Title 16, Unified
Development Code, governing zoning
reclassifications. All such modifications
must be approved by the City Council
of Dubuque, Iowa.
D. Recording. A copy of this Agreement
shall be recorded with the Dubuque
County Recorder as a permanent rec-
ord of the conditions accepted as part
of this rezoning approval within thirty
(30) days of the adoption of Ordinance
No. 15-16.
E. Construction. This Agreement shall be
construed and interpreted as though it
were part of Title 16 of the City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances, Unified
Development Code.
F. This Agreement shall be binding upon
the undersigned and his/her heirs, suc-
cessors and assignees.
ACCEPTANCE OF ORDINANCE NO. 15-16
I, Steve Smith, representing property own-
er, having read the terms and conditions of the
foregoing Ordinance No. 15-16 and being fa-
miliar with the conditions thereof, hereby ac-
cept this same and agree to the conditions
required therein.
Dated in Dubuque, Iowa this 18th day of
May, 2016.
/s/Steve Smith
2. Request to Rezone - 800 and 804
Rhomberg Avenue: Proof of publication on
notice of public hearing to consider a request
by Al Urbain Construction Management, Inc. to
rezone property at 800 & 804 Rhomberg Ave-
nue from C-1 Neighborhood Commercial and
R-2A Alternate Two-Family Residential to C-2
Neighborhood Shopping Center zoning district
and the Zoning Advisory Commission recom-
mending approval. Motion by Lynch to receive
and file the documents and that the require-
ment that a proposed ordinance be considered
and voted on for passage at two Council meet-
ings prior to the meeting at which it is to be
passed be suspended. Seconded by Connors.
Planning Services Manager Laura Carstens
provided a staff report. Developer Clark Wolff
responded to questions from the City Council
described the project and provided information
regarding the process used to inform adjacent
property owners. Motion carried 7-0.
Motion by Lynch for final consideration and
passage of Ordinance No. 16-16 Amending
Title 16 of the City of Dubuque Code of Ordi-
nances, Unified Development Code, by reclas-
sifying hereinafter described property located
at 800 and 804 Rhomberg Avenue from R-1
Single-Family Residential and C-1 Neighbor-
hood Commercial District to C-2 Neighborhood
Shopping Center District. Seconded by Con-
nors. Motion carried 7-0.
OFFICIAL PUBLICATION
ORDINANCE NO. 16-16
AMENDING TITLE 16 OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE CODE OF ORDINANCES, UNI-
FIED DEVELOPMENT CODE, BY RECLAS-
SIFYING HEREINAFTER DESCRIBED
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 800 AND 804
RHOMBERG AVENUE FROM R-1 SINGLE-
FAMILY RESIDENTIAL AND C-1 NEIGH-
Book 146 Regular Session May 16, 2016 184
BORHOOD COMMERCIAL DISTRICT TO C-
2 NEIGHBORHOOD SHOPPING CENTER
DISTRICT
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That Title 16 of the City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances, Unified Devel-
opment Code, is hereby amended by reclassi-
fying the hereinafter–described property from
R-1 Single-Family Residential and C-1 Neigh-
borhood Commercial District to C-2 Neighbor-
hood Shopping Center District, to wit:
Lot 16 and the southwest 6.8 feet of Lot
15 Dreibelbis Subdivision and the
northeast 40 feet of Lot 15 Dreibelbis
Addition, and to the centerline of the
adjoining public right-of-way, all in the
City of Dubuque, Iowa.
Section 2. That the foregoing amendment
has heretofore been reviewed by the Zoning
Advisory Commission of the City of Dubuque,
Iowa.
Section 3. This Ordinance shall take effect
immediately upon publication as provided by
law.
Passed, approved and adopted this 16th
day of May, 2016.
/s/Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: /s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Published officially in the Telegraph Herald
newspaper on the 20th day of May, 2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
3. Request to Amend PUD - Historic Mill-
work District: Proof of publication on notice of
public hearing to consider approval of a re-
quest by Keith Gutierrez to amend the Historic
Millwork District Planned Unit Development
(PUD) to allow microbrewery, winery and dis-
tillery as permitted uses and the Zoning Advi-
sory Commission recommending approval.
Restated motion by Connors to receive
and file the documents and refer the proposed
ordinance back to the Zoning Advisory Com-
mission to reconsider as “conditional use” to
include conditions such as noise and odor and
for staff to expedite the amendment. Seconded
by Lynch. Motion carried 6-1 with Rios voting
nay.
Assistant City Attorney Crenna Brumwell
provided an explanation of simple and super
majority votes for the City Council as they per-
tain to action on this item. Planning Services
Manager Laura Carstens provided a staff re-
port and acknowledged receipt of correspond-
ence from Gronen Development. John Gro-
nen, president of Gronen Development, 900
Jackson Street, and architect Jeff Morton stat-
ed that while they were excited about the pro-
posed business, they had concerns with noise,
odor and delivery traffic associated with mi-
crobreweries that may impact adjacent proper-
ties and development. Mr. Gronen proposed
replacing the permitted use concept with con-
ditional use in the amendment as it would al-
low a review process. Developer Keith
Gutierrez described his proposal and stated
that production at his microbrewery would be
closer to that of a brew pub and thereby have
minimal impact unlike other business already
on the list of allowable uses in the district. He
added that reconsideration of the amendment
would cause some delay on his project, but
that he intends to continue as planned. Bob
Johnson, 333 E. 10th Street, stated that he has
no concerns with Mr. Gutierrez’s project, but is
concerned about what future projects may
bring to the district and supported the condi-
tional use concept. HMD property owner, Tim
McNamara, 195 Bradley Street, stated that he
welcomes new business but supports the con-
ditional use concept so each business could
be scrutinized for potentially unharmonious
elements. Nancy Kann of Gronen Develop-
ment stated that she welcomes Mr. Gutierrez
to the Historic Millwork District and that they
had discussed project development, but were
unable to come to an agreement without a
business plan at the time.
4. Carnegie-Stout Public Library Maker
Space Project: Proof of publication on notice of
public hearing to consider approval of plans,
specifications, form of contract and estimated
cost for the Carnegie--Stout Public Library
Maker Space Project and the City Manager
recommending approval. Motion by Lynch to
receive and file the documents and adopt
Resolution No. 196-16 Approval of plans,
specifications, form of contract, and estimated
cost for the Carnegie-Stout Public Library's (C-
SPL) Maker Space Project. Seconded by
Connors. Responding to questions from the
City Council, City Manager Van Milligen stated
that project expenses are expected to be paid
from grants and donations to the Library with
no cost to the City. Motion carried 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 196-16
APPROVAL OF PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS,
FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATED
COST FOR THE CARNEGIE-STOUT PUBLIC
LIBRARY’S (C-SPL) MAKER SPACE PRO-
JECT
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
That the proposed plans, specifications,
form of contract and estimated cost for the
Carnegie-Stout Public Library’s (C-SPL) Maker
Space Project, in the estimated amount
$173,250.00, are hereby approved.
Passed, adopted and approved this 16th
day of May, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Book 146 Regular Session, May 16, 2016 185
Upon motion the rules were reinstated lim-
iting discussion to the City Council.
ACTION ITEMS
1. Public Input at City Council Meetings
(2nd Reading): City Attorney submitting a pro-
posed ordinance concerning the placement of
Public Input on the Council agenda. Motion by
Connors to consider the second reading of a
proposed ordinance amending City of Dubu-
que Code of Ordinances Title 1 Administration,
Chapter 6 Mayor and City Council, Article A
Rules and Procedure, Sections 1-6A-11 Order
of Business and Agenda and 1-6A-14 Rights
of Public by clarifying the rules relating to
communications to the City Council and the
Public Input Agenda. Seconded by Resnick.
Motion carried 7-0.
2. Start Time for City Council Meetings (2nd
Reading): City Attorney submitting a proposed
ordinance adjusting the start time for regular
meetings. Motion by Lynch to consider the
second reading of a proposed ordinance
amending City of Dubuque Code of Ordinanc-
es Title 1 Administration, Chapter 6 Mayor and
City Council, Article A Rules and Procedure,
Section 1-6A-3 Types of Meeting by establish-
ing the meeting time for regular City Council
meetings of 6:00 PM. Seconded by Connors.
City Council discussed the pros and cons of
the earlier start time. Mayor Buol and Council
Member Resnick asked that the third reading
of the ordinance be scheduled for the meeting
of July 5, 2016 as they will not be in attend-
ance at the June 6 and June 20 meetings re-
spectively. Motion carried 4-3 with Resnick,
Del Toro, and Rios voting nay.
3. Rite Hite/AB(MC)2 - Iowa Economic De-
velopment Authority Application for State As-
sistance: City Manager recommending ap-
proval of the submittal of an Economic Devel-
opment Assistance Application to the Iowa
Economic Development Authority on behalf of
Rite Hite/AB(MC)2 for their proposed expan-
sion in Dubuque. Motion by Lynch to receive
and file the documents and adopt Resolution
No. 197-16 Authorizing the filing of an applica-
tion for State Business Financial Assistance on
behalf of Rite Hite/AB(MC)2. Seconded by
Connors. Motion carried 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 197-16
AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF AN APPLI-
CATION FOR STATE BUSINESS FINAN-
CIAL ASSISTANCE ON BEHALF OF RITE
HITE/AB(MC)2
Whereas, Rite Hite/AB(MC)2 has proposed
making an Eight Million Nine Hundred Thou-
sand Dollar ($8,900,000.00) investment for a
one hundred forty thousand square foot
(140,000 sq. ft.) expansion to its current manu-
facturing and office facility in the City of Dubu-
que, Iowa; and
Whereas, the City Council of the City of
Dubuque, Iowa has considered the proposal
and has determined that the proposed project
will contribute to the local economy through
the creation of twenty-four (24) full-time jobs in
the City, eleven (11) of which qualify for the
Iowa Economic Development Authority Busi-
ness Financial Assistance Program; and
Whereas, financial assistance from the Io-
wa Economic Development Authority is de-
signed to assist in the economic development
efforts of local jurisdictions; and
Whereas, the Iowa Economic Development
Authority has requested execution of an Eco-
nomic Development Assistance Contract in
order to finalize incentives and document as-
sociated terms for the facility expansion of Rite
Hite/AB(MC)2’s current location at 4343 Cha-
venelle Road in the City.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the filing of an Application
for participation in the Iowa Economic Devel-
opment Authority’s Financial Assistance Pro-
gram on behalf of Rite Hite/AB(MC)2, a copy of
which is attached hereto, is hereby approved.
Section 2. That the Mayor is hereby au-
thorized to execute and the City Manager is
hereby directed to submit the Application to
the Iowa Economic Development Authority
together with such other documents as may be
required.
Passed, approved, and adopted this 16th
day of May, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
4. North Grandview Avenue, Delhi Street
and Grace Street Roundabout Project Award:
City Manager recommending award of the
construction contract for the North Grandview
Avenue, Delhi Street and Grace Street
Roundabout Project to the low bidder Portzen
Construction, Inc. Motion by Lynch to receive
and file the documents and adopt Resolution
No. 198-16 Awarding Public Improvement
Contract for the North Grandview Avenue and
Delhi Street Roundabout Intersection Im-
provement Project. Seconded by Rios. Motion
carried 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 198-16
AWARDING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT CON-
TRACT FOR THE NORTH GRANDVIEW AV-
ENUE AND DELHI STREET ROUNDABOUT
INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENT PROJECT
Whereas, sealed proposals have been
submitted by contractors for the North
Grandview Avenue and Delhi Street Rounda-
Book 146 Regular Session May 16, 2016 186
bout Intersection Improvement Project, (the
Project) pursuant to Resolution No. 154-16
and Notice to Bidders published in a newspa-
per published in the City of Dubuque, Iowa on
the 22nd day of April, 2016.
Whereas, said sealed proposals were
opened and read on the 5th day of May, 2016
and it has been determined that Portzen Con-
struction, Inc. of Dubuque, Iowa with a bid in
the amount of $698,000.59 is the lowest re-
sponsive, responsible bidder for the Project.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
That a Public Improvement Contract for the
Project is hereby awarded to Portzen Con-
struction, Inc. and the City Manager is hereby
directed to execute a Public Improvement
Contract on behalf of the City of Dubuque for
the Project.
Passed, approved and adopted this 16th
day of May, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
5. Dubuque Industrial Center South -
Verena Court Project Award: City Manager
recommending award of the construction con-
tract for the Dubuque Industrial Center South -
Verena Court Project to the low bidder Drew
Cook and Sons Excavating. Motion by Lynch
to receive and file the documents and adopt
Resolution No. 199-16 Awarding Public Im-
provement Contract for the Verena Court Pro-
ject. Seconded by Rios. Motion carried 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 199-16
AWARDING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT CON-
TRACT FOR THE VERENA COURT PRO-
JECT
Whereas, sealed proposals have been
submitted by contractors for the Verena Court
Project, (the Project) pursuant to Resolution
No. 153-16 and Notice to Bidders published in
a newspaper published in the City of Dubuque,
Iowa on the 22nd day of April, 2016; and
Whereas, said sealed proposals were
opened and read on the 5th day of May, 2016
and it has been determined that Drew Cook
and Sons Excavating, Inc. of Dubuque, Iowa
with a bid in the amount of $193,735.50 is the
lowest responsive, responsible bidder for the
Project.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
That a Public Improvement Contract for the
Project is hereby awarded to Drew Cook and
Sons Excavating, Inc. and the City Manager is
hereby directed to execute a Public Improve-
ment Contract on behalf of the City of Dubu-
que for the Project.
Passed, approved and adopted this 16th
day of May, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
6. English Ridge Subdivision No. 7 - Final
Plat: City Manager recommending approval of
the final plat of English Ridge Subdivision No.
7 and states that it is in compliance with the
City of Dubuque Unified Development Code.
Motion by Lynch to receive and file the docu-
ments and adopt Resolution No. 200-16 Au-
thorizing approval of the Final Plat of English
Ridge Subdivision No. 7 in the City of Dubu-
que, Iowa. Seconded by Rios. Motion carried
7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 200-16
AUTHORIZING APPROVAL OF THE FINAL
PLAT OF ENGLISH RIDGE SUBDIVISION
NO. 7 IN THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
Whereas, there has been filed with the City
Clerk a Final Plat of English Ridge Subdivision
No. 7 in the City of Dubuque, Iowa; and
Whereas, upon said final plat appears a
water booster station facility (Lot A), streets to
be known as South Shrewsbury Lane (Lot B),
Stone Valley Drive (Lot C), Shrewsbury Lane
(Lot D) and English Mill Road (Lot E) together
with certain public utility easements, which the
owner by said final plat has dedicated to the
public forever; and
Whereas, the preliminary plat has been
examined by the Zoning Advisory Commission
and its approval has been endorsed thereon;
and
Whereas, said final plat has been reviewed
by the City Planner and her approval has been
endorsed thereon, subject to the owner’s
agreeing to the conditions specified herein;
and
Whereas, said final plat has been exam-
ined by the City Council and the City Council
find the final plat conforms to the applicable
statutes and ordinances, except that streets
and public utilities have not yet been complete-
ly constructed or installed.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the dedication of a water
booster station facility (Lot A), South Shrews-
bury Lane (Lot B), Stone Valley Drive (Lot C),
Shrewsbury Lane (Lot D) and English Mill
Road (Lot E) and the easements for public
utilities, storm sewer and water mains, as they
appear on said final plat, be and the same are
hereby accepted.
Section 2. That the Final Plat of English
Ridge Subdivision No. 7 is hereby approved
and the Mayor and City Clerk are hereby au-
thorized and directed to endorse the approval
of the City of Dubuque, Iowa upon said final
plat, provided the owners of said property
Book 146 Regular Session, May 16, 2016 187
herein named, execute their written ac-
ceptance of the attached conditions and fur-
ther agree:
a. To reduce South Shrewsbury Lane (Lot
B), Stone Valley Drive (Lot C) and
Shrewsbury Lane (Lot D) to grade and to
construct longitudinal sub-drain, concrete
curb and gutter with asphaltic concrete
pavement or Portland Cement concrete
pavement with integral curb, all in ac-
cordance with the City of Dubuque
standard specifications in a manner ac-
ceptable to the City Engineer, and in ac-
cordance with construction improvement
plans approved by the City Engineer, and
inspected and approved by the City En-
gineer.
b. To install sanitary sewer mains and sewer
service laterals into each individual lot,
water mains and water control devices all
in accordance with the City of Dubuque
service laterals into each individual lot,
storm sewers and catch basins, boule-
vard street lighting, fiber optic conduit
and vaults, and erosion standard specifi-
cations in a manner acceptable to the
City Engineer, and in accordance with
construction improvement plans ap-
proved by the City Engineer, and in-
spected and approved by the City Engi-
neer.
c. To construct accessible sidewalk ramps at
the intersections of Stone Valley Drive
with South Shrewsbury Lane, and at the
intersection of Shrewsbury Lane, all in
accordance with the City of Dubuque
standard specifications in a manner ac-
ceptable to the City Engineer, and in ac-
cordance with construction improvement
plans approved by the City Engineer, and
inspected and approved by the City En-
gineer.
d. To construct the improvements outlined in
(a), (b) and (c) above within two years
from the date of acceptance of this reso-
lution, at the sole expense of the owners,
or future owner.
e. To maintain the improvements outlined in
(a), (b) and (c) above for a period of two
(2) years from the date of the acceptance
of those improvements by the City Coun-
cil of the City of Dubuque, Iowa at the
sole final expense of the owners, or fu-
ture owner.
f. To provide security for the performance of
the foregoing conditions specified in Sec-
tion 16-11-24 of the Unified Development
Code in such form and with such sureties
as may be acceptable to the City of
Dubuque, Iowa.
Section 3. That sidewalk installation, ex-
cluding the accessible ramps noted in Section
2(c) above, shall be the responsibility of each
lot owner for each lot abutting the public rights-
of-way, including lots with multiple frontages,
as required by City Code Chapter 10-1-2
(Sidewalk Installation and Repair).
Section 4. That the owner must continue to
own and maintain stormwater detention basin
(Lot A of English Ridge Subdivision) until (1)
the facility has been fully completed, (2) 80%
of the platted lots shown on the preliminary
plat of English Ridge Subdivision have been
fully developed, and 3) adequate erosion con-
trol measures, as approved by the City Engi-
neer, have been installed on the remaining
20% of the said lots. Acceptance of the deten-
tion facility must be approved by the City
Council as required by the Unified Develop-
ment Code. Upon the City’s acceptance of the
detention facility, the inspection, administrative
and maintenance expenses incurred by the
City of Dubuque for the storm water detention
facility (Lot A of English Ridge Subdivision)
shall be assessed against the property own-
ers, except the City of Dubuque, of all phases
of English Ridge Subdivision as indicated
above and on the preliminary plat, in equal
amounts, and the City Manager shall certify
such costs to the City Clerk, who in turn shall
promptly certify such costs to the Dubuque
County Treasurer, and such costs shall then
be collected with and in the same manner as
general property taxes in accordance with pro-
visions of law.
Section 5. That the planting of street trees
shall be coordinated with the City Forester.
Any trees planted within the street right-of-way
must be chosen and planted by the City of
Dubuque Leisure Services Department at the
developer’s expense.
Section 6. That the final acceptance of the
public improvements shall only occur upon
certification of the City Engineer to the City
Council that the public improvements have
been completed in accordance with the ap-
proved improvement plans and City standards
and specifications and accepted by City Coun-
cil Resolution.
Section 7. That in the event English Ridge,
LLC fails to execute the acceptance and fur-
nish the guarantees provided hereof within 180
days after the date of this Resolution, the pro-
visions hereof shall be null and void and the
acceptance of the dedication and approval the
plat shall not be effective.
Passed, approved and adopted this 16th
day of May, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
ACCEPTANCE OF RESOLUTION NO. 200-
16
I, the undersigned, Ron Klein, representing
English Ridge, LLC, having read the terms and
conditions of the Resolution No. 200-16 and
Book 146 Regular Session May 16, 2016 188
being familiar with the conditions thereof,
hereby accept this same and agree to the
conditions required therein.
Dated in Dubuque, Iowa this 23rd day of
August, 2016.
/s/Ron Klein
7. Code of Ordinances Amendment - Title
7 Tobacco Products to Underage Persons:
City Manager recommending approval of an
amendment to the City of Dubuque Code of
Ordinances Section 7-5A-15, Tobacco Prod-
ucts to Underage Persons, to mirror the Iowa
Code, which includes vapor and tobacco alter-
natives. Motion by Lynch 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 Connors. Motion
carried 7-0.
Motion by Lynch for final consideration and
passage of Ordinance No. 17-16 Amending
City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances Title 7
Police, Fire and Public Safety, Chapter 5 Of-
fenses, Article A General Offenses, Section 7-
5A-15 Tobacco Products to underage persons
to mirror the State Code. Seconded by Rios.
Motion carried 7-0.
OFFICIAL PUBLICATION
ORDINANCE NO. 17-16
AMENDING CITY OF DUBUQUE CODE OF
ORDINANCES TITLE 7 POLICE, FIRE AND
PUBLIC SAFETY, CHAPTER 5 OFFENSES,
ARTICLE A GENERAL OFFENSES, SEC-
TION 7-5A-15 TOBACCO PRODUCTS TO
UNDERAGE PERSONS TO MIRROR THE
STATE CODE
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. Section 7-5A-15 of the City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances is amended to
read as follows:
7-5A-15: TOBACCO PRODUCTS TO UN-
DERAGE PERSONS:
A. Restrictions:
1. A person shall not sell, give, or oth-
erwise supply any tobacco, tobacco
products, alternative nicotine products,
vapor products, or cigarettes to any
person under eighteen (18) years of
age.
2. A person under eighteen (18) years
of age shall not smoke, use, possess,
purchase, or attempt to purchase any
tobacco, tobacco products, alternative
nicotine products, vapor products, or
cigarettes.
3. Possession of tobacco, tobacco
products, alternative nicotine products,
vapor products, or cigarettes by an in-
dividual under eighteen (18) years of
age does not constitute a violation un-
der this section if the individual under
eighteen (18) years of age possesses
the tobacco, tobacco products, alterna-
tive nicotine products, vapor products,
or cigarettes as part of the individual's
employment and the individual is em-
ployed by a person who holds a valid
permit under the Iowa Code or who
lawfully offers for sale or sells ciga-
rettes or tobacco products.
4.
a. A person shall not be guilty of a
violation of this section if conduct
that would otherwise constitute a
violation is performed to assess
compliance with tobacco, tobacco
products, alternative nicotine prod-
ucts, vapor products, or cigarette
laws if any of the following applies:
(1) The compliance effort is
conducted by or under the su-
pervision of law enforcement of-
ficers.
(2) The compliance effort is
conducted with the advance
knowledge of law enforcement
officers and reasonable
measures are adopted by those
conducting the effort to ensure
that use of tobacco, tobacco
products, alternative nicotine
products, vapor products, or
cigarettes by individuals under
eighteen (18) years of age does
not result from participation by
any individual under eighteen
(18) years of age in the compli-
ance effort.
b. For the purposes of this subsec-
tion, "law enforcement officer"
means a peace officer as defined in
Iowa Code section 801.4 and in-
cludes persons designated under
this subsection to enforce this sec-
tion.
B. Penalty:
1.
a. A person, other than a retailer,
who violates subsection A1 of this
section, is guilty of a simple misde-
meanor.
b. An employee of a retailer who vi-
olates subsection A1 of this section,
commits a simple misdemeanor
punishable as a scheduled violation
under Iowa Code section 805.8C.
2. A person who violates subsection A2
of this section, is subject to the follow-
ing, as applicable:
a. A civil penalty pursuant to Iowa
Code section 805.8C.
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b. For a first offense, performance
of eight (8) hours of community
work requirements, unless
waived by the court.
c. For a second offense, perfor-
mance of twelve (12) hours of
community work requirements.
d. For a third or subsequent of-
fense, performance of sixteen
(16) hours of community work
requirements.
Section 2. This Ordinance takes effect up-
on publication.
Passed, approved, and adopted the 16th
day of May, 2016.
/s/Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: /s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Published officially in the Telegraph Herald
newspaper on the 20th day of May, 2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
8. Code of Ordinances Amendment - Title
7 Public Urination or Defecation: City Manager
recommending approval of an amendment to
City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances Section
7-5A-9, Public Urination or Defecation, that
removes the $50 scheduled fine for the viola-
tion and gives the City the ability to set the fine
within the simple misdemeanor range. Motion
by Connors to receive and file the documents
and that the requirement that a proposed ordi-
nance be considered and voted on for pas-
sage at two Council meetings prior to the
meeting at which it is to be passed be sus-
pended. Seconded by Lynch. Motion carried 7-
0.
Motion by Connors for final consideration
and passage of Ordinance No. 18-16 Amend-
ing City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances Title
7 Police, Fire and Public Safety, Chapter 5
Offenses, Article A General Offenses, Section
7-5A-9 Public Urination or Defecation to re-
move the scheduled fine. Seconded by Lynch.
Motion carried 7-0.
OFFICIAL PUBLICATION
ORDINANCE NO. 18-16
AMENDING CITY OF DUBUQUE CODE OF
ORDINANCES TITLE 7 POLICE, FIRE AND
PUBLIC SAFETY, CHAPTER 5 OFFENSES,
ARTICLE A GENERAL OFFENSES, SEC-
TION 7-5A-9 PUBLIC URINATION OR DEF-
ECATION TO REMOVE THE SCHEDULED
FINE
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. Section 7-5A-9 of the City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances is amended to
read as follows:
7-5A-9: PUBLIC URINATION OR DEFE-
CATION:
It shall be unlawful for any person to uri-
nate or defecate in or upon any public or
common property including, but not limited to,
streets, alleys, sidewalks or in any other place
where the person could reasonably expect to
be seen by the public. This section shall not
apply to private restrooms or public facilities
designated for such purpose.
Section 2. This Ordinance takes effect up-
on publication.
Passed, approved, and adopted the 16th
day of May, 2016.
/s/Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: /s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Published officially in the Telegraph Herald
newspaper on the 20th day of May, 2016
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
9. 2016 Art on the River Feature - Tempo-
rary Loan of "Continuum:” City Manager rec-
ommending approval to use the "Continuum,"
one of the City's first public art acquisitions, as
a featured work at this year's Art on the River
exhibit. Motion by Lynch to receive and file the
documents and approve the recommendation.
Seconded by Connors. Motion carried 7-0.
10. Greater Dubuque Development Corpo-
ration - Board Membership: Correspondence
from Rick Dickinson, President & CEO for
Greater Dubuque Development Corporation,
requesting confirmation of the Mayor's ap-
pointment and two City Council representa-
tives to the GDDC Board of Directors for the
terms of Council Members Connors and Lynch
that expire June 30, 2017. Motion by Lynch to
receive and file the documents and concur.
Seconded by Connors. Motion carried 7-0.
11. Request for Work Session - Bee
Branch Creek Restoration Project Walking
Tour: City Manager recommending that the
City Council schedule the Bee Branch Creek
Restoration Project Walking Tour Work Ses-
sion for Monday, May 23, 2016, at 5:30 p.m.
Motion by Lynch to receive and file the docu-
ments and set the work session as recom-
mended. Seconded by Connors. Motion car-
ried 7-0.
CLOSED SESSION
Motion by Connors at 8:23 p.m. to convene
in closed session to discuss pending litigation
and property acquisition pursuant to Chapter
21.5(1)(c), -(j) Code of Iowa. Seconded by
Rios. Mayor Buol stated for the record that the
attorneys who will consult with the City Council
on issues to be discussed in closed session
are Crenna Brumwell and Maureen Quann.
Motion carried 7-0. Council Member Jones left
the meeting
.
Book 146 Special Session May 23, 2016 190
Upon motion at 8:46 p.m. the City Council
reconvened in open session having given staff
proper direction.
There being no further business, upon mo-
tion the City Council adjourned at 8:47 p.m.
Kevin S. Firnstahl, CMC, City Clerk
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
SPECIAL SESSION
OFFICIAL
The Dubuque City Council met in special
session at 5:30 p.m. on May 23, 2016 at 420
Garfield Avenue Parking Lot.
Present: Mayor Buol; Council Members Del
Toro, Jones, Lynch, Resnick, Rios; City Man-
ager Van Milligen
Absent: Council Member Connors
Excused: City Attorney Lindahl
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 /
walking tour of Bee Branch Creek Restoration
Project.
WORK SESSION
Walking Tour of the Bee Branch Creek Res-
toration Project
Civil Engineers Deron Muehring and Steve
Brown conducted a walking tour of the Bee
Branch Creek Restoration Project starting from
420 Garfield Avenue to 24th Street. Highlights
included descriptions of construction progress
and associated elements; stormwater man-
agement/conveyance components; land ac-
quisitions; and project amenities such as bike
paths, amphitheater, orchard, fishing, land-
scaping, plant materials, bridge designs, and
pedestrian and vehicular access.
There being no further business, upon mo-
tion the City Council adjourned at 6:50 p.m.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, CMC, City Clerk
Book 146 Special Session, May 31, 2016 191
191
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
SPECIAL SESSION
OFFICIAL
The Dubuque City Council met in special
session at 5:30 p.m. on May 31, 2016 at City
Hall – Conference Room B, 50 W. 13th Street.
Present: Mayor Buol; Council Members
Connors, Del Toro, Jones, Lynch, Resnick,
Rios; City Manager Van Milligen, City Attorney
Lindahl
Mayor Buol read the call and stated this is
a special session of the City Council called for
the purpose of conducting a closed session to
discuss pending litigation and property acquisi-
tion pursuant to Chapter 21.5(1)(c), -(j) Code
of Iowa.
CLOSED SESSION
Pending Litigation and Property Acquisition –
Chapter 21.5(1)(c), -(j) Code of Iowa
Mayor Buol stated for the record, the attor-
neys who will consult with City Council on the
issues to be discussed in the closed session
are Barry Lindahl, Maureen Quann and Ivan
Webber.
Motion by Jones at 5:31 PM to convene in
closed session to discuss pending litigation
and property acquisition pursuant to Chapter
21.5(1)(c), -(j) Code of Iowa. Seconded by
Lynch. Motion carried 7-0.
Upon motion at 6:18 p.m. the City Council
reconvened in open session having given staff
proper direction.
There being no further business, upon mo-
tion the City Council adjourned at 6:19 p.m.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, CMC, City Clerk
Book 146 Regular Session, June 6, 2016 192
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
REGULAR SESSION
OFFICIAL
The Dubuque City Council met in regular
session at 6:30 p.m. on June 6, 2016 in the
Historic Federal Building, 350 W. 6th Street.
Present: Mayor Pro-Tem Jones; Council
Members Connors, Del Toro, Lynch, Resnick,
Rios; City Manager Van Milligen, City Attorney
Lindahl
Absent: Mayor Buol
Mayor Pro-Tem Jones 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
PRESENTATION(S)
1. Mission: Lifeline Award: Heather Maier,
Director of Mission: Lifeline for Iowa, present-
ed the Mission: Lifeline Silver Award to the
Dubuque Fire Department representatives
Rick Steines and Dave McQuiggin.
2. Main Street Iowa 30th-Year Best Innova-
tion Award: Dubuque Main Street Executive
Director Dan LoBianco presented the Main
Street Iowa 30th Year Best Innovation Award
for the Caradco Building and Historic Millwork
Complete Streets Project Public/Private Part-
nership.
PROCLAMATIONS
1. Juneteenth Celebration Day (June 18,
2016) was accepted by Multicultural Family
Center Director Farris Muhammad and Assis-
tant Director Sarah Peterson.
2. Healthy Homes Month (June 2016) was
accepted by Kim Glaser, of the Housing and
Community Development Department.
3. LGBTQ+ Pride Month (June 2016) was
accepted by Vicki Gassman and Haley
Schaar.
CONSENT ITEMS
Motion by Lynch to receive and file the
documents, adopt the resolutions, and dispose
of as indicated. Seconded by Resnick. Motion
carried 6-0.
1. Minutes and Reports Submitted: Airport
Commission of 1/25, 2/22, 4/25; Arts and Cul-
tural Affairs Advisory Commission of 1/26, 2/23
and 3/22; Cable TV Commission of 4/6, 5/18;
City Council Proceedings of 5/16, 5/9, 5/23;
Community Development Advisory Commis-
sion of 1/20, 3/16, 4/20, 5/18; Housing Com-
mission of 4/26; Human Rights Commission of
4/11, 4/18; Sister City Relationships Advisory
Commission of 5/18; Proof of Publication for
City Council Proceedings of 5/2, 5/9. Upon
motion the documents were received and filed.
2. Notice of Claims and Suits: William and
Janet Siegert v. City of Dubuque; Cathy
Triervieler for personal injury. Upon motion the
documents were received, filed and referred to
the City Attorney.
3. Disposition of Claims: City Attorney ad-
vising that the following claims have been re-
ferred to Public Entity Risk Services of Iowa,
the agent for the Iowa Communities Assurance
Pool: Cathy Triervieler for personal injury. Up-
on motion the documents were received, filed
and concur.
4. Dubuque Golf & Country Club - Fire-
works Request: Correspondence from Richard
Bugalski, General Manager/CEO of the Dubu-
que Golf & Country Club, requesting permis-
sion to display fireworks on Monday, July 4,
2016 at about 9:30 p.m. on the DG&CC
grounds with a rain date of Tuesday, July 5.
Upon motion the documents were received,
filed and approved.
5. Environmental Review - Pinard Park:
City Manager recommending approval for the
execution of the Environmental Review Record
stating that the Pinard Park Lighting Project is
Categorically Excluded from the National Envi-
ronmental Policy Act of 1969. Upon motion the
documents were received, filed and approved.
6. 2016-2017 AmeriCorps Partners in
Learning Grant Application: City Manager rec-
ommending approval of the AmeriCorps Part-
ners in Learning Campaign for Grade Level
Reading grant application filed with the Iowa
Commission on Volunteer Services. Upon mo-
tion the documents were received, filed and
approved.
7. Truck Country Sanitary Sewer North Ex-
tension Project Award: City Manager recom-
mending that the award for the Truck Country
Sanitary Sewer North Extension Project to Top
Grade Excavating, Inc., be officially recorded
in the minutes of the City Council. Upon mo-
tion the documents were received, filed and
made a Matter of Record.
Book 146 Regular Session, June 6, 2016 193
8. 2016 Asphalt Overlay Access Ramps
Project One Project Award: City Manager rec-
ommending that the award for the 2016 As-
phalt Overlay Access Ramp Project One to
Dan Arensdorf Construction, Inc., be officially
recorded in the minutes of the City Council.
Upon motion the documents were received,
filed and made a Matter of Record.
9. Roosevelt Street Extension Storm Sew-
er and Electrical Utility Easements Project
Acceptance: City Manager recommending
acceptance of Storm Sewer and Electrical
Utility Easements from Dubuque Fire Equip-
ment, Inc. for an existing storm sewer and
electrical utility across property at 1170 Roo-
sevelt Street Extension. Upon motion the doc-
uments were received and filed and Resolution
No. 201-16 Accepting a Grant of Easement for
storm sewer and electrical utility through, over
and across Lot 4, Plat of Block 1, Riverfront
Subdivision No. 5, in the City of Dubuque, Io-
wa was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 201-16
ACCEPTING A GRANTS OF EASEMENT
FOR STORM SEWER AND ELECTRICAL
UTILITY THROUGH, OVER AND ACROSS
LOT 4, PLAT OF BLOCK 1, RIVERFRONT
SUBDIVISION NO. 5, IN THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA
Whereas, Dubuque Fire Equipment Inc.
and the City of Dubuque wish to set forth
terms for the construction, maintenance, and
replacement of site improvements over an
existing storm sewer and electrical utility locat-
ed in Lot 4, Plat of Block 1, Riverfront Subdivi-
sion No. 5, in the City of Dubuque, Dubuque
County, Iowa; and
Whereas, Dubuque Fire Equipment Inc.
have executed Easements for Storm Sewer
and Electrical Utility in through, over and
across Lot 4, Plat of Block 1, Riverfront Subdi-
vision No. 5, in the City of Dubuque, Dubuque
County, Iowa.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The City Council of the City of
Dubuque, Iowa hereby approves of, accepts
and consents to the Grants of Easement for
Storm Sewer and Electrical Utility through,
over and across Lot 4, Plat of Block 1, River-
front Subdivision No. 5, in the City of Dubuque,
Dubuque County, Iowa from Dubuque Fire
Equipment Inc., copies of which are attached
hereto.
Section 2. The Mayor is hereby authorized
and directed to execute and acknowledge on
behalf of the City of Dubuque any instruments
in connection herewith.
Passed, approved and adopted this 6th day
of June, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
10. Bunker Hill Golf Course Irrigation Pro-
ject Phase 2 Acceptance: City Manager rec-
ommending acceptance of the construction
contract for the Bunker Hill Irrigation Project
Phase 2, as completed by Leibold Irrigation
Inc. Upon motion the documents were re-
ceived and filed and Resolution No. 202-16
Accepting the Bunker Hill Irrigation Project
Phase 2 and authorizing the payment of the
contract amount to the contractor was adopt-
ed.
RESOLUTION NO. 202-16
ACCEPTING THE BUNKER HILL IRRIGA-
TION PROJECT PHASE 2 AND AUTHORIZ-
ING THE PAYMENT OF THE CONTRACT
AMOUNT TO THE CONTRACTOR
Whereas, the Bunker Hill Irrigation Project
Phase 2 (the Project) has been completed and
the City Engineer has examined the work and
filed a certificate stating that the Project has
been completed according to the terms of the
Public Improvement Contract and that the City
Engineer recommends that the Project be ac-
cepted.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The recommendation of the City
Engineer is approved and the Project is hereby
accepted.
Section 2. The Finance Director is hereby
directed to pay to the Contractor from the Bun-
ker Hill Golf Course Irrigation Capital Im-
provement appropriation for the contract
amount of $196,640 less any retained per-
centage provided for therein as provided in
Iowa Code chapter 573, and to pay such re-
tainage only in accordance with the provisions
of Iowa Code chapter 573.
Passed, approved and adopted this 6th day
of June, 2016.
Ric W Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
CITY ENGINEER’S CERTIFICATE OF FINAL
COMPLETION OF THE BUNKER HILL IRRI-
GATION PROJECT PHASE 2
The undersigned City Engineer of the City
of Dubuque, Iowa hereby certifies that he has
inspected the Bunker Hill Irrigation Project
Phase 2, that the Project has been performed
in compliance with the terms of the Public Im-
provement Contract, and that the total cost of
the completed work is $196,640.
Dated this 26th day of May, 2016.
/s/Gus Psihoyos, City Engineer
Book 146 Regular Session, June 6, 2016 194
Filed in the office of the City Clerk on the 31st
day of May, 2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
11. PEG Capital Grant Expenditure Re-
quest: City Manager recommending approval
of the Cable TV Commission recommendation
for funding from the Public, Educational, and
Government (PEG) Capital Grant for Access
Equipment and Facilities for the City of Dubu-
que to perform a high-definition upgrade of the
production facilities at the Historic Federal
Building. Upon motion the documents were
received, filed and approved.
12. Pre-Annexation Agreement – Firzlaff:
City Manager recommending approval of a
Pre-Annexation Agreement with Corey Firzlaff,
property owner of Lot 15 in Twin Ridge Subdi-
vision No. 2. Upon motion the documents were
received and filed and Resolution No. 203-16
Approving a Pre-Annexation Agreement be-
tween the City of Dubuque, Iowa and Corey
Firzlaff was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 203-16
APPROVING A PRE-ANNEXATION
AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA AND COREY FIRZLAFF
Whereas, Corey Firzlaff, owner of the fol-
lowing described property in Dubuque County,
Iowa (the Property) have submitted to the City
Council of the City of Dubuque an application
for voluntary annexation of the Property to the
City of Dubuque:
Lots 15 in Twin Ridge Subdivision No.
2 in Section 12 in Table Mound Town-
ship, Dubuque County, Iowa according
to the recorded plat thereof; and
Whereas, Corey Firzlaff has entered into a
Pre-annexation Agreement with the City of
Dubuque a copy of which is attached hereto
governing the future annexation of the Proper-
ty; and
Whereas, the Property is not subject to an
existing annexation moratorium; and
Whereas, the Property does not include
any state or railroad property; and
Whereas, Iowa Code Section 368.7 author-
izes the voluntary annexation of property in
Dubuque County, Iowa and the extension of
city limits by voluntary annexation; and
Whereas, the annexation of the Property is
consistent with the Comprehensive Plan of the
City of Dubuque, necessary for the future or-
derly growth and development of the City of
Dubuque, and will promote efficient and cost
effective extension of municipal services; and
Whereas, the City Council finds that the
annexation of the Property is in the public in-
terest.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The Pre-annexation Agreement
by and between Corey Firzlaff and the City of
Dubuque is hereby approved.
Passed, approved and adopted this 6th day
of June, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
13. Approval of Plat of Survey - Stone
Brook Center Second Addition: City Manager
recommending approval of the Plat of Survey
of Lot 1 of Lot A and Lot 2 of Lot A of Stone
Brook Center Second Addition. Upon motion
the documents were received and filed and
Resolution No. 204-16 Approving Plat of pro-
posed vacated right-of-way of Stone Valley
Drive between U.S. Highway 20 and Boulder
Brook Court, being part of Lots A of Stone
Brook Center Second Addition, in the City of
Dubuque, Iowa was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 204-16
APPROVING PLAT OF PROPOSED VA-
CATED RIGHT OF WAY OF STONE VALLEY
DRIVE BETWEEN U.S. HIGHWAY 20 AND
BOULDER BROOK COURT, BEING PART
OF LOTS A OF STONE BROOK CENTER
SECOND ADDITION, IN THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA
Whereas, there has been presented to the
City Council of the City of Dubuque, Iowa a
plat dated May 13, 2016 prepared by AECOM,
showing the vacated portion of Stone Valley
Drive from U.S. Highway 20 to Boulder Brook
Court and assigned lot numbers thereto, to be
known as Lot 1 of Lot A and Lot 2 of Lot A of
Stone Brook Center Second Addition, in the
City of Dubuque, Iowa; and
Whereas, said plat conforms to the laws
and statutes pertaining thereto.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the plat dated May 13,
2016 prepared by AECOM, relative to the real
estate hereinabove described be and the
same is hereby approved, and the Mayor and
City Clerk be and they are hereby authorized
and directed to execute said plat for and on
behalf of the City of Dubuque, Iowa.
Section 2. That the City Clerk be and is
hereby authorized and directed to file said plat
and certified copy of this resolution in the office
of the Recorder in and for Dubuque County,
Iowa.
Passed, approved and adopted this 6th day
of June, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Book 146 Regular Session, June 6, 2016 195
14. First Amendment to Development
Agreement - Friends of St. Mary's / Steeple
Square: City Manager recommending approval
of the First Amendment to Development
Agreement with Friends of St. Mary's D/B/A
Steeple Square for development of 1501 Jack-
son Street. Upon motion the documents were
received and filed and Resolution No. 205-16
Approving a First Amendment to Development
Agreement by and between the City of Dubu-
que, Iowa and Friends of St. Mary’s D/B/A/
Steeple Square was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 205-16
APPROVING A FIRST AMENDMENT TO
DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND BE-
TWEEN THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
AND FRIENDS OF ST. MARY’S D/B/A/
STEEPLE SQUARE
Whereas, the City Council, by Resolution
No. 176-16, dated May 2, 2016, entered into a
Development Agreement with Friends of St.
Mary’s D/B/A/ Steeple Square for the redevel-
opment of 1501 Jackson Street in the City of
Dubuque, Iowa (the Property); and
Whereas, City and Developer desire to
amend the Development Agreement; and
Whereas, it is the determination of the City
Council that approval of the First Amendment
to Development Agreement is in the public
interest of the City of Dubuque.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the First Amendment to
Development Agreement by and between the
City of Dubuque and Friends of St. Mary’s
D/B/A/ Steeple Square, a copy of which is at-
tached hereto, is hereby approved.
Section 2. That the Mayor is hereby au-
thorized and directed to execute the First
Amendment to Development Agreement on
behalf of the City of Dubuque and the City
Clerk is authorized and directed to attest to his
signature.
Section 3. That the City Manager is author-
ized to take such actions as are necessary to
comply with the terms of the First Amendment
to Development Agreement as herein ap-
proved.
Passed, approved and adopted this 6th day
of June, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
15. IDOT Emergency Detour Route
Agreement - 3rd Street Bridge: City Manager
recommending approval for the Mayor to exe-
cute an agreement with the Iowa DOT for the
use of local roads as an authorized detour
route for the 3rd Street Bridge Overpass Deck
Joint Repair Project scheduled for mid-
September 2016. Upon motion the documents
were received and filed and Resolution No.
206-16 Approving the Iowa Department of
Transportation Agreement for use of local
agency roads as a detour route for the 3rd
Street Bridge Overpass Deck Joint Repair
Project over US 52/61/151 was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 206-16
APPROVING THE IOWA DEPARTMENT OF
TRANSPORTATION AGREEMENT FOR USE
OF LOCAL AGENCY ROADS AS A DETOUR
ROUTE FOR THE 3RD STREET BRIDGE
OVERPASS DECK JOINT REPAIR PRO-
JECT OVER US 52/61/151
Whereas, the Iowa Department of Trans-
portation is proceeding with the 3rd Street
Bridge Overpass Deck Joint Repair Project
over US 52/61/151; and
Whereas, the project would require the use
of local agency roads as a detour route.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That said Agreement for Use of
Local Agency Roads as a detour route with the
Iowa Department of Transportation is hereby
approved for the 3rd Street Bridge Overpass
Deck Joint Repair Project.
Section 2. That the Mayor be authorized
and directed to execute two copies of said
Agreement for Use of Local Agency Roads as
a detour route with the Iowa Department of
Transportation for the 3rd Street Bridge Over-
pass Deck Joint Repair Project over US
52/61/151.
Passed, approved and adopted this 6th day
of June, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
16. SW Arterial - North Cascade Road Re-
construction Project Acceptance: City Manager
recommending acceptance of the public im-
provement construction contract for the
Southwest Arterial – North Cascade Road
Reconstruction Project as completed by C. J.
Moyna & Sons, Inc. Upon motion the docu-
ments were received and filed and Resolution
No. 207-16 Accepting the Southwest Arterial -
North Cascade Road Reconstruction Project,
Iowa DOT Project No. HDP-2100 (655)--71-31
and authorizing the payment of the contract
amount to the contractor was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 207-16
ACCEPTING THE SOUTHWEST ARTERIAL -
NORTH CASCADE ROAD RECONSTRUC-
TION PROJECT, IOWA DOT PROJECT NO.
HDP-2100 (655)--71-31 AND AUTHORIZING
THE PAYMENT OF THE CONTRACT
AMOUNT TO THE CONTRACTOR
Whereas, the Southwest Arterial - North
Cascade Road Reconstruction Project, Iowa
Book 146 Regular Session, June 6, 2016 196
DOT Project No. HDP-2100 (655)--71-31 (the
Project) has been completed and the City En-
gineer has examined the work and filed a cer-
tificate stating that the Project has been com-
pleted according to the terms of the Public
Improvement Contract and that the City Engi-
neer recommends that the Project be accept-
ed.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The recommendation of the City
Engineer is approved and the Project is hereby
accepted.
Section 2. The Finance Director is hereby
directed to pay to the Contractor from the
Southwest Arterial Capital Improvement ap-
propriation for the contract amount of
$1,782,128.51 less any retained percentage
provided for therein as provided in Iowa Code
chapter 573, and to pay such retainage only in
accordance with the provisions of Iowa Code
chapter 573.
Passed, approved and adopted this 6th day
of June, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
CITY ENGINEER’S CERTIFICATE OF FINAL
COMPLETION OF THE NORTH CASCADE
ROAD RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT
(PHASE I OF THE SOUTHWEST ARTERIAL
PROJECT), IOWA DOT PROJECT NO. HDP-
2100 (655)--71-31
The undersigned City Engineer of the City
of Dubuque, Iowa hereby certifies that he has
inspected the Southwest Arterial - North Cas-
cade Road Reconstruction Project, Iowa DOT
Project No. HDP-2100 (655)--71-31, and that
the Project has been performed in compliance
with the terms of the Public Improvement Con-
tract, and that the total cost of the completed
work is $2,155,308.10.
Dated this 2nd day of June, 2016.
/s/Gus Psihoyos, City Engineer
Filed in the office of the City Clerk on the 2nd
day of June, 2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
17. Property Acquisition - Colts Building,
1101 Central Avenue: City Manager recom-
mending approval of a resolution authorizing
the purchase of 1101 Central Avenue for the
appraised value and accept the deed for the
property owned by Legionnaires Drum & Bugle
Corps Inc. D/B/A Colts Drum & Bugle Corps.
Upon motion the documents were received
and filed and Resolution No. 208-16 Approving
the acquisition of real estate owned by Le-
gionnaires Drum & Bugle Corps, Inc. D/B/A
Colts Drum & Bugle Corps located at 1101
Central Avenue in the City of Dubuque was
adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 208-16
APPROVING THE ACQUISITION OF REAL
ESTATE OWNED BY LEGIONNAIRES
DRUM & BUGLE CORPS INC. D/B/A COLTS
DRUM & BUGLE CORPS LOCATED AT
1101 CENTRAL AVENUE, IN THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE
Whereas, the City of Dubuque intends to
acquire certain real estate located at 1101
Central Avenue, which is adjacent to the Multi-
cultural Family Center located in the Ruby
Sutton Building at 1157 Central Avenue and
legally described as:
South 2/5th of Lot 447 in the City of
Dubuque, Iowa according to the United
States Commissioners’ Map of the
Town of Dubuque, Iowa; and
Whereas, acquiring the certain real estate
would allow for expansion of the Multicultural
Family Center; and
Whereas, an Offer to Buy has been final-
ized with Legionnaires Drum & Bugle Corps
Inc. D/B/A/ Colts Drum & Bugle Corps.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the City Council of the City
of Dubuque, Iowa hereby approves the acqui-
sition of the real estate located at 1101 Central
Avenue at the cost of Four Hundred Forty-
Three Thousand Dollars ($443,000.00).
Section 2. That the City Council of the City
of Dubuque, Iowa hereby approves the Offer
to Buy Real Estate and Acceptance attached
hereto subject to review of the updated ab-
stracts and title opinions by the City Attorney’s
Office.
Section 3. That the City of Dubuque be and
is hereby authorized to accept a Warranty
Deed from the owner, conveying the owner’s
interest to the City of Dubuque, Iowa for the
herein described real estate.
Section 4. That the City Clerk be and is
hereby authorized and directed to cause said
Warranty Deed to be recorded in the office of
the Dubuque County Recorder, together with a
certified copy of this Resolution.
Passed, approved and adopted this 6th day
of June, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
18. Property Acquisition - The Barony, Inc.:
City Manager recommending approval of a
resolution establishing and setting the fair
market value based on the certified Acquisition
Appraisal and Review Appraisal for property
owned by The Barony, Inc. to be acquired for
the purpose of construction of public utilities.
Upon motion the documents were received
and filed and Resolution No. 209-16 Establish-
ing Fair Market Value, Directing Good Faith
Negotiations, and Authorizing the Com-
Book 146 Regular Session, June 6, 2016 197
mencement of Eminent Domain Proceedings
for the Acquisition of Certain Real Property
Owned by The Barony, Inc. in Dubuque Coun-
ty, Iowa for the Purpose of Construction of
Public Utilities was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 209-16
ESTABLISHING FAIR MARKET VALUE,
DIRECTING GOOD FAITH NEGOTIATIONS,
AND AUTHORIZING THE COMMENCEMENT
OF EMINENT DOMAIN PROCEEDINGS FOR
THE ACQUISITION OF CERTAIN REAL
PROPERTY OWNED BY THE BARONY INC.
IN DUBUQUE COUNTY, IOWA FOR THE
PURPOSE OF CONSTRUCTION OF PUBLIC
UTILITIES
Whereas, the City of Dubuque (City) in-
tends to acquire certain real property owned
by The Barony Inc. (Owner) legally described
as follows:
Lot A of Goldthorp Place in the County of
Dubuque, Iowa;
Lot B of Goldthorp Place in the County of
Dubuque, Iowa;
Lot C of Goldthorp Place in the County of
Dubuque, Iowa;
Lot D of Goldthorp Place in the County of
Dubuque, Iowa
(the Property) as shown on Attachment A
for the purpose of construction of public utili-
ties; and
Whereas, the City has caused an appraisal
of the Property to be made and the appraised
value of the Property is $44,500.00; and
Whereas, the City Council now desires to
establish the fair market value of the Property;
and
Whereas, Iowa law requires the City to
make a good faith effort to negotiate with the
Owner to purchase the Property before pro-
ceeding with condemnation.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DUBU-
QUE, IOWA AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. The fair market value of the
Property is hereby established to be
$44,500.00.
Section 2. The City of Dubuque is hereby
authorized to commence negotiations with the
Owner of the Property and any other interest-
ed parties for the purchase of the Property for
a purchase price which is not less than the fair
market value established by this Resolution.
Section 3. If good faith negotiations are
unsuccessful, the City of Dubuque is hereby
authorized to commence eminent domain pro-
ceedings for the acquisition of the Property for
the purpose of construction of public utilities.
Passed, approved, and adopted this 6th
day of June, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
19. Southwest Arterial Property Acquisition
- Parcel 150B Ronald & Marlene Valentine:
City Manager recommending acceptance of
Grants of Easement and Deed from Ronald L.
and Marlene Valentine for the Southwest Arte-
rial Project. Upon motion the documents were
received and filed and Resolution No. 210-16
Accepting a Grant of Permanent and Tempo-
rary Easements for the Southwest Arterial Pro-
ject from Ronald L. Valentine and Marlene
Valentine; and Resolution No. 211-16 Accept-
ing a Deed for the Southwest Arterial Project
from Ronald L. Valentine and Marlene Valen-
tine were adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 210-16
ACCEPTING A GRANT OF PERMANENT
AND TEMPORARY EASEMENTS FOR THE
SOUTHWEST ARTERIAL PROJECT FROM
RONALD L. VALENTINE AND MARLENE
VALENTINE
Whereas, the City of Dubuque entered into
an agreement for the purchase of easements
for the Southwest Arterial Project with Ronald
L. Valentine and Marlene Valentine for the
property legally described as:
A PARCEL OF LAND SITUATED IN
PART OF THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF
SECTION 3, TOWNSHIP 88 NORTH,
RANGE 2 EAST OF THE 5TH P.M.,
COUNTY OF DUBUQUE, STATE OF
IOWA as shown on the Easement ex-
hibits attached hereto; and
Whereas, the terms of the agreement have
been satisfied.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA AS FOLLOWS:
1. The Grant of Permanent and Temporary
Easements attached hereto is hereby accept-
ed.
2. The City Clerk is authorized and directed
to record this resolution and the Grant of Per-
manent and Temporary Easements with the
Dubuque County Recorder.
Passed, approved and adopted this 6th day
of June, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
RESOLUTION NO. 211-16
ACCEPTING A DEED FOR THE SOUTH-
WEST ARTERIAL PROJECT FROM
RONALD L. VALENTINE AND MARLENE
VALENTINE
Whereas, the City of Dubuque entered into
an agreement for the purchase of real estate
for the Southwest Arterial Project with Ronald
L. Valentine and Marlene Valentine for the
property legally described as follows:
A PARCEL OF LAND SITUATED IN
PART OF THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF
SECTION 3, TOWNSHIP 88 NORTH,
Book 146 Regular Session, June 6, 2016 198
RANGE 2 EAST OF THE 5TH P.M.,
COUNTY OF DUBUQUE, STATE OF
IOWA as shown on the Acquisition Plat
attached hereto; and
Whereas, the terms of the agreement have
been satisfied.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA AS FOLLOWS:
1. The deed attached hereto is hereby ac-
cepted.
2. The City Clerk is authorized and directed
to record this resolution and the deed with the
Dubuque County Recorder.
Passed, approved and adopted this 6th day
of June, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
20. Southwest Arterial Property Acquisition
- Parcel 129S John & Carolyn Haupert: City
Manager recommending acceptance of Deed
from John C. Haupert and Carolyn S. Haupert
for the Southwest Arterial Project. Upon mo-
tion the documents were received and filed
and Resolution No. 212-16 Accepting a Deed
for the Southwest Arterial Project from John C.
Haupert and Carolyn S. Haupert was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 212-16
ACCEPTING A DEED FOR THE SOUTH-
WEST ARTERIAL PROJECT FROM JOHN C.
HAUPERT AND CAROLYN S. HAUPERT
Whereas, the City of Dubuque entered into
an agreement for the purchase of real estate
for the Southwest Arterial Project with John C.
Haupert and Carolyn S. Haupert for the prop-
erty legally described as follows:
A PARCEL OF LAND SITUATED IN
PART OF THE NORTH 1/2 OF THE
NORTHEAST 1/4 OF THE NORTH-
WEST 1/4 OF SECTION 5, TOWNSHIP
88 NORTH, RANGE 2 EAST OF THE
5TH P.M., COUNTY OF DUBUQUE,
STATE OF IOWA as shown on the Ac-
quisition Plat attached hereto; and
Whereas, the terms of the agreement have
been satisfied.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA AS FOLLOWS:
1. The deed attached hereto is hereby ac-
cepted.
2. The City Clerk is authorized and directed
to record this resolution and the deed with the
Dubuque County Recorder.
Passed, approved and adopted this 6th day
of June, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
21. Southwest Arterial Property Acquisition
- Parcel 127B English Ridge, LLC: City Man-
ager recommending acceptance of a Grant of
Easement and Deed from English Ridge, LLC
for the Southwest Arterial Project. Upon mo-
tion the documents were received and filed
and Resolution No. 213-16 Accepting a Grant
of Temporary Construction Easement for the
Southwest Arterial Project from English Ridge,
LLC; and Resolution No. 214-16 Accepting a
Deed for the Southwest Arterial Project from
English Ridge, LLC were adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 213-16
ACCEPTING A GRANT OF TEMPORARY
CONSTRUCTION EASEMENT FOR THE
SOUTHWEST ARTERIAL PROJECT FROM
ENGLISH RIDGE, LLC
Whereas, the City of Dubuque entered into
an agreement for the purchase of an ease-
ment for the Southwest Arterial Project with
English Ridge, LLC for the property legally
described as:
A PARCEL OF LAND SITUATED IN
PART OF LOT J OF ENGLISH RIDGE
SUBDIVISION, CITY OF DUBUQUE,
COUNTY OF DUBUQUE, STATE OF
IOWA as more particularly shown on
the Temporary Easement exhibit at-
tached hereto; and
Whereas, the terms of the agreement have
been satisfied.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA AS FOLLOWS:
1. The Grant of Temporary Construction
Easement attached hereto is hereby accepted.
2. The City Clerk is authorized and directed
to record this resolution and the Grant of
Easement with the Dubuque County Recorder.
Passed, approved and adopted this 6th day
of June, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
RESOLUTION NO. 214-16
ACCEPTING A DEED FOR THE SOUTH-
WEST ARTERIAL PROJECT FROM ENG-
LISH RIDGE, LLC
Whereas, the City of Dubuque entered into
an agreement for the purchase of real estate
for the Southwest Arterial Project with English
Ridge, LLC for the property legally described
as follows:
A PARCEL OF LAND SITUATED IN
PART OF LOT J OF ENGLISH RIDGE
SUBDIVISION, CITY OF DUBUQUE,
COUNTY OF DUBUQUE, STATE OF
IOWA as shown on the Acquisition Plat
attached hereto; and
Whereas, the terms of the agreement have
been satisfied.
Book 146 Regular Session, June 6, 2016 199
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA AS FOLLOWS:
1. The deed attached hereto is hereby ac-
cepted.
2. The City Clerk is authorized and directed
to record this resolution and the deed with the
Dubuque County Recorder.
Passed, approved and adopted this 6th day
of June, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
22. Southwest Arterial Property Acquisition
- Parcel 126 Portzen Building Firm, LLC: City
Manager recommending acceptance of Grants
of Easement and Deed from Portzen Building
Firm, LLC for the Southwest Arterial Project.
Upon motion the documents were received
and filed and Resolution No. 215-16 Accepting
a Grant of Permanent and Temporary Ease-
ments for the Southwest Arterial Project from
Portzen Building Firm, LLC; and Resolution
No. 216-16 Accepting a Deed from the South-
west Arterial Project from Portzen Building
Firm, LLC were adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 215-16
ACCEPTING A GRANT OF PERMANENT
AND TEMPORARY EASEMENTS FOR THE
SOUTHWEST ARTERIAL PROJECT FROM
PORTZEN BUILDING FIRM LLC
Whereas, the City of Dubuque entered into
an agreement for the purchase of easements
for the Southwest Arterial Project with Portzen
Building Firm LLC for the property legally de-
scribed as:
A PARCEL OF LAND SITUATED IN
PART OF LOT 3 OF STONE BROOK
CENTER SECOND ADDITION IN THE
CITY OF DUBUQUE, DUBUQUE
COUNTY, IOWA as shown on the Ease-
ment exhibits attached hereto; and
Whereas, the terms of the agreement have
been satisfied.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA AS FOLLOWS:
1. The Grant of Permanent and Temporary
Easements attached hereto is hereby accept-
ed.
2. The City Clerk is authorized and directed
to record this resolution and the Grant of Per-
manent and Temporary Easements with the
Dubuque County Recorder.
Passed, approved and adopted this 6th day
of June, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
RESOLUTION NO. 216-16
ACCEPTING A DEED FOR THE SOUTH-
WEST ARTERIAL PROJECT FROM
PORTZEN BUILDING FIRM, LLC
Whereas, the City of Dubuque entered into
an agreement for the purchase of real estate
for the Southwest Arterial Project with Portzen
Building Firm, LLC for the property legally de-
scribed as follows:
A PARCEL OF LAND SITUATED IN
PART OF LOT 3 OF STONE BROOK
CENTER SECOND ADDITION IN THE
CITY OF DUBUQUE, DUBUQUE
COUNTY, IOWA as shown on the Ac-
quisition Plat attached hereto; and
Whereas, the terms of the agreement have
been satisfied.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA AS FOLLOWS:
1. The deed attached hereto is hereby ac-
cepted.
2. The City Clerk is authorized and directed
to record this resolution and the deed with the
Dubuque County Recorder.
Passed, approved and adopted this 6th day
of June, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
23. Southwest Arterial Property Acquisition
- Parcel 125 Neztrop, LLC: City Manager rec-
ommending acceptance of Deed from
NEZTROP, LLC for the Southwest Arterial
Project. Upon motion the documents were
received and filed and Resolution No. 217-16
Accepting a Deed for the Southwest Arterial
Project from NEZTROP, LLC was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 217-16
ACCEPTING A DEED FOR THE SOUTH-
WEST ARTERIAL PROJECT FROM
NEZTROP, LLC
Whereas, the City of Dubuque entered into
an agreement for the purchase of real estate
for the Southwest Arterial Project with Neztrop,
LLC for the property legally described as fol-
lows:
A PARCEL OF LAND SITUATED IN
PART OF LOT 2 OF STONE BROOK
CENTER SECOND ADDITION IN THE
CITY OF DUBUQUE, DUBUQUE
COUNTY, IOWA as shown on the Ac-
quisition Plat attached hereto; and
Whereas, the terms of the agreement have
been satisfied.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA AS FOLLOWS:
1. The deed attached hereto is hereby ac-
cepted.
Book 146 Regular Session, June 6, 2016 200
2. The City Clerk is authorized and directed
to record this resolution and the deed with the
Dubuque County Recorder.
Passed, approved and adopted this 6th day
of June, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
24. Southwest Arterial Property Acquisition
- Parcel 101 Dubuque Metropolitan Area Solid
Waste Agency: City Manager recommending
acceptance of a Grant of Easement and Deed
from the Dubuque Metropolitan Area Solid
Waste Agency for the Southwest Arterial Pro-
ject. Upon motion the documents were re-
ceived and filed and Resolution No. 218-16
Accepting a Grant of Permanent Utility Ease-
ment for the Southwest Arterial Project from
Dubuque Metropolitan Area Solid Waste
Agency; and Resolution No. 219-16 Accepting
a Deed for the Southwest Arterial Project from
Dubuque Metropolitan Area Solid Waste
Agency were adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 218-16
ACCEPTING A GRANT OF PERMANENT
UTILITY EASEMENT FOR THE SOUTH-
WEST ARTERIAL PROJECT FROM DUBU-
QUE METROPOLITAN AREA SOLID WASTE
AGENCY
Whereas, the City of Dubuque entered into
a Purchase Agreement for the purchase of a
permanent utility easement for the Southwest
Arterial Project with Dubuque Metropolitan
Area Solid Waste Agency legally described as:
A PARCEL OF LAND SITUATED IN
PART OF LOT 1 OF 2 OF 1 OF THE
NORTH 1/2 OF THE NORTHEAST 1/4,
SECTION 6, TOWNSHIP 88 NORTH,
RANGE 2 EAST OF THE 5TH P.M.,
CITY OF DUBUQUE, DUBUQUE
COUNTY, STATE OF IOWA as more
particularly shown on the Permanent
Utility Easement exhibit attached here-
to; and
Whereas, the terms of the Purchase
Agreement have been satisfied.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA AS FOLLOWS:
1. The Grant of Permanent Utility Ease-
ment attached hereto is hereby accepted.
2. The City Clerk is authorized and directed
to record this Resolution and the Grant of
Permanent Utility Easement with the Dubuque
County Recorder.
Passed, approved and adopted this 6th day
of June, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
RESOLUTION NO. 219-16
ACCEPTING A DEED FOR THE SOUTH-
WEST ARTERIAL PROJECT FROM DUBU-
QUE METROPOLITAN AREA SOLID WASTE
AGENCY
Whereas, the City of Dubuque entered into
an agreement for the purchase of real estate
for the Southwest Arterial Project with Dubu-
que Metropolitan Area Solid Waste Agency
legally described as:
A PARCEL OF LAND SITUATED IN
PART OF LOT 1 OF 2 OF 1 OF THE
NORTH 1/2 OF THE NORTHEAST 1/4,
SECTION 6, TOWNSHIP 88 NORTH,
RANGE 2 EAST OF THE 5TH P.M.,
CITY OF DUBUQUE, DUBUQUE
COUNTY, STATE OF IOWA as shown
on the Acquisition Plat attached hereto;
and
Whereas, the terms of the agreement have
been satisfied.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA AS FOLLOWS:
1. The Deed attached hereto is hereby ac-
cepted.
2. The City Clerk is authorized and directed
to record this Resolution and the Deed with the
Dubuque County Recorder.
Passed, approved and adopted this 6th day
of June, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
25. Workers' Compensation Settlement for
Charles Klein: City Attorney recommending
approval of an Agreement for Settlement re-
garding a Workers’ Compensation claim that
was filed against the City of Dubuque by
Charles Klein. Upon motion the documents
were received, filed and approved.
26. Request for Proposals - Consultant
Services for ADA Review and Update of Self-
Evaluation and Transition Plan: City Manager
recommending approval to release a Request
for Proposals to provide consultant services for
an ADA Review and Update of Self-Evaluation
and Transition Plan. Upon motion the docu-
ments were received, filed and approved.
27. Employee Assistance Program: City
Manager recommending approval of the selec-
tion of Employee and Family Resources as the
City’s Employee Assistance Program provider.
Upon motion the documents were received,
filed and approved.
28. Request for Release of Funds for Fis-
cal Year 2017 Community Development Block
Grant Activities: City Manager recommending
approval of a Resolution authorizing the Re-
quest for Release of Funds for the proposed
Book 146 Regular Session, June 6, 2016 201
projects approved in the Fiscal Year 2017
(Program Year 2016) Annual Action Plan for
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
activities. Upon motion the documents were
received and filed and Resolution No. 220-16
Authorizing Request for Release of Communi-
ty Development Block Grant Funds for Fiscal
Year 2017 (Program Year 2016) was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 220-16
AUTHORIZING REQUEST FOR RELEASE
OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK
GRANT FUNDS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2017
(PROGRAM YEAR 2016)
Whereas, the City of Dubuque will enter in-
to a Community Development Block Grant
Agreement for the Fiscal Year commencing
July 1, 2016, with the U.S. Department of
Housing and Urban Development, providing
for financial assistance to the City under Title I
of the Housing and Community Development
Act of 1974, as amended; and
Whereas, pursuant to the rules and regula-
tions as promulgated by the U.S. Department
of Housing and Urban Development, an envi-
ronmental review has been processed for the
hereinafter listed projects to be financed with
Community Development Block Grant funds;
and
Whereas, a Notice of Intent to Request Re-
lease of Funds for said grants has been pub-
lished on May 27, 2016 to commence the re-
quired seven (7) day public comment period;
and
Whereas, any and all comments received
as a result of such notice will be duly consid-
ered before proceeding with a Request for
Release of Funds and Certification, and
Whereas, a Request for Release of Funds
and Certification must be sent to the U.S. De-
partment of Housing and Urban Development
at the conclusion of the comment period.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the Mayor of the City of
Dubuque is hereby authorized and directed to
execute a Request for Release of Funds and
Certification for the following identified Com-
munity Development Block Grant projects on
or about June 6, 2016 and submit to the U.S.
Department of Housing and Urban Develop-
ment.
Community Development Block Grant An-
nual Plan Projects
Fiscal Year 2017 (Program Year 2016)
Housing Programs: First Time Home Buyer
Program; Homeowner Rehabilitation (Home
Repair Loan Program; Residential Rehabilita-
tion Loan Program); Housing Code Enforce-
ment; Housing Rehabilitation Services and
Staff; Lead Hazard Control; Rental Unit Reha-
bilitation (Emergency Code Enforcement Loan
Program; Accessibility Rehab; Rental Rehabili-
tation); Purchase Rehab Resale.
Economic Development Programs: Com-
mercial Industrial Building Rehab program and
Revolving Loan Fund; Economic Development
Financial Assistance Program and Microenter-
prise Assistance Program
Neighborhood and Community Develop-
ment Programs: Accessible Curb Ramps;
Neighborhood Infrastructure Improvements
(Neighborhood Street Overlays; Neighborhood
Sidewalk Program); Neighborhood Recreation
Program; Neighborhood Support Grants; Pur-
chase of Services; Senior Center; Washington
Tool Library; Zoning Inspection/ Enforcement;
Four Mounds HEART Program.
Planning and Administration: CDBG Ad-
ministration Services and Staff; Neighborhood
Development Services and Staff, Housing
Planning/Administrative Services and Staff.
No funds will be committed prior to comple-
tion of a review for other related laws of 24
CFR 58.5, including Section 106, if required,
for site-specific projects that are currently uni-
dentified.
Section 2. That the Mayor of the City of
Dubuque is hereby authorized to consent to
assume the status of a responsible federal
official under the National Environmental Pro-
tection Act, insofar as the provisions of the
said Act apply to the U.S. Department of Hous-
ing and Urban Development responsibilities for
review, decision making, and action assumed
and carried out by the City of Dubuque as to
environmental issues.
Section 3. That the Mayor of the City of
Dubuque is hereby authorized to consent per-
sonally, in his official capacity and on behalf of
the City of Dubuque, to accept the jurisdiction
of the federal courts if an action is brought to
enforce responsibilities in relation to environ-
mental review, decision-making and action.
Passed, approved and adopted this 6th day
of June, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
29. Signed Contracts: Short-Term Lease
Agreement with Robert Bradley for tillable
property in Franklin D. Roosevelt Park. Upon
motion the document was received and filed.
30. Improvement Contracts / Performance,
Payment and Maintenance Bonds: SELCO,
Inc. for the 2016 Pavement Marking Project;
Gansen Excavating, Inc. for the South Fork
Catfish Creek to Timber-Hyrst Estates #4
North & South Lines Creek Crossings 2016;
Portzen Construction, Inc. for the North
Grandview Avenue and Delhi Street Rounda-
bout Intersection Improvement Project; Visu-
Book 146 Regular Session, June 6, 2016 202
Sewer, Inc. for the FY 2016 Sewershed 5, 7,
11 & 12 Manhole Project. Upon motion the
documents were received, filed and approved.
31. Alcohol Compliance Civil Penalty for
Alcohol License Holder – Mindframe Theaters:
City Manager recommending approval of the
Acknowledgment/Settlement Agreement for an
alcohol compliance violation for Mindframe
Theaters, 555 John F. Kennedy Road, #105.
Upon motion the documents were received,
filed and approved.
32. Business License Refund: Request by
Tom Thompson for a refund of the liquor li-
cense BC0020560 for Oky Doky #8 located at
535 Hill Street in the amount of $150.00. Upon
motion the document was received, filed and
approved.
33. Alcohol License Applications: City
Manager recommending approval of annual
beer, liquor and wine licenses as submitted.
Upon motion the documents were received
and filed and Resolution No. 221-16 Approving
applications for beer, liquor, and/or wine per-
mits, as required by City of Dubuque Code of
Ordinances Title 4 Business and License Reg-
ulations, Chapter 2 Liquor Control, Article B
Liquor, Beer and Wine Licenses and Permits
was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 221-16
APPROVING APPLICATIONS FOR BEER,
LIQUOR, AND/OR WINE PERMITS, AS RE-
QUIRED BY CITY OF DUBUQUE CODE OF
ORDINANCES TITLE 4 BUSINESS AND LI-
CENSE REGULATIONS, CHAPTER 2 LIQ-
UOR CONTROL, ARTICLE B LIQUOR,
BEER AND WINE LICENSES AND PERMITS
Whereas, applications for Beer, Liquor,
and or Wine Permits have been submitted and
filed with the City Council for approval and the
same have been examined and approved; and
Whereas, the premises to be occupied by
such applicants were inspected and found to
comply with the Ordinances of the City and the
applicants have filed the proper fees and
bonds and otherwise complied with the re-
quirements of the Code of Ordinances.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The City Clerk is hereby author-
ized and directed to cause to be issued the
noted permit types to the following applicants
pending submission of the locally required
documentation:
Renewal
Beecher Beverage, 1691 Asbury Rd., Class E
liquor, Class B Wine, Class C Beer (Sun-
day)
Dubuque Bowling Lanes, 1029 1/2 Main St.,
Class C Liquor (Sunday)
Hilton Garden Inn & Mystique Casino, 1801 &
1855 Greyhound Park Dr., Class B Liquor,
Class B Wine, (Catering) (Outdoor) (Sun-
day)
Hy-Vee Wine & Spirits A, 3500 Dodge St.,
Class E liquor, Class B Wine, Class C Beer
(Sunday)
Kwik Star #236, 2035 J.F. Kennedy Rd., Class
C Beer, Class B Native Wine (Sunday)
Mi Ranchito, 1091 University Ave., Class C
Liquor (Sunday)
Ooh La, 3460 Hillcrest Rd., Class B Wine
The Smokestack, 62 East 7th St., Class C Liq-
uor (Living Qtrs.) (Sunday)
Walgreens #11942, 345 E 20th St., Class E
liquor, Class B Wine, Class C Beer (Sun-
day)
Adding Privilege
Magoo’s Pizza, 1875 University Ave., Adding
Outdoor Service
Special Event,
Dubuque Irish Hooley 8-25-16, Alliant Amphi-
theater, Class C liquor (Outdoor)
Passed, approved and adopted this 6th day
of June, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
ITEMS SET FOR PUBLIC HEARING
Motion by Lynch to receive and file the
documents, adopt the resolutions, set the pub-
lic hearings as indicated, and direct the City
Clerk to publish notice as prescribed by law.
Seconded by Lynch. Motion carried 6-0.
1. 30-Inch Force Main Relocation Project
from 11th Street to 12th Street: City Manager
recommending initiation of the public bidding
procedure for Phase II of the 30-Inch Force
Main Relocation Project from 11th Street to 12th
Street, and further recommends that a public
hearing be set for June 20, 2016. Upon motion
the documents were received and filed and
Resolution No. 222-16 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 advertise-
ment for bids for the Phase II of the 30-Inch
Force Main Relocation Project from 11th Street
to 12th Street was adopted setting a public
hearing for a meeting to commence at 6:30
p.m. on June 20, 2016 in the Historic Federal
Building.
Book 146 Regular Session, June 6, 2016 203
RESOLUTION NO. 222-16
PHASE II OF THE 30-INCH FORCE MAIN
RELOCATION PROJECT
FROM 11TH STREET TO 12TH STREET
PRELIMINARY APPROVAL OF PLANS,
SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT,
AND ESTIMATED COST; SETTING DATE
OF PUBLIC HEARING ON PLANS, SPECI-
FICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND
ESTIMATED COST; AND ORDERING THE
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
The proposed plans, specifications, form of
contract and estimated cost for Phase II of the
30-inch Force Main Relocation Project from
11th Street to 12th Street, in the estimated
amount $347,197.50, are hereby preliminarily
approved and ordered filed in the office of the
City Clerk for public inspection.
A public hearing will be held on the 20th
day of June, 2016, at 6:30 p.m. in the Historic
Federal Building Council Chambers (second
floor), 350 West 6th Street, Dubuque, Iowa at
which time interested persons may appear and
be heard for or against the proposed plans and
specifications, form of contract and estimated
cost of said Project, and the City Clerk be and
is hereby directed to cause the attached notice
of the time and place of such hearing to be
published in a newspaper having general cir-
culation in the City of Dubuque, Iowa which
notice shall be published not less than four
days nor more than twenty days prior to the
date of such hearing. At the hearing, any inter-
ested person may appear and file objections to
the proposed plans, specifications, form of
contract, or estimated cost of the Project.
Phase II of the 30-inch Force Main Reloca-
tion Project from 11th Street to 12th Street is
hereby ordered to be advertised for bids for
construction.
The amount of the security to accompany
each bid shall be in an amount which shall
conform to the provisions of the Notice to Bid-
ders hereby approved.
The City Clerk is hereby directed to adver-
tise for bids for the construction of the im-
provements herein provided, by publishing the
attached Notice to Bidders to be published in a
newspaper having general circulation in the
City of Dubuque, Iowa which notice shall be
published not less than four but not more than
forty-five days before the date for filing bids
before 2:00 p.m. on the 23rd day of June,
2016. Bids shall be opened and read by the
City Clerk at said time and will be submitted to
the City Council for final action at 6:30 p.m. on
the 5th day of July, 2016, in the Historic Feder-
al Building Council Chambers (second floor),
350 West 6th Street, Dubuque, Iowa.
Passed, adopted and approved this 6th day
of June, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
2. Vacate Petition - Stone Valley Drive
Right-of-Way: City Manager recommending
that a public hearing be set for June 20, 2016
to consider approval of a request from
NEZTROP, LLC to vacate a portion of right-of-
way of Stone Valley Drive in Stone Brook Cen-
ter Second Addition. Upon motion the docu-
ments were received and filed and Resolution
No. 223-16 Resolution of Intent to vacate and
dispose of City interest in a portion of the right-
of-way of Stone Valley Drive between U.S.
Highway 20 and Boulder Brook Court, being
part of Lot A Stone Brook Center Second Addi-
tion, to be known as Lot 1 of Lot A of Stone
Brook Center Second Addition, in the City of
Dubuque, Iowa by sale to NEZTROP, LLC was
adopted setting a public hearing for a meeting
to commence at 6:30 p.m. on June 20, 2016 in
the Historic Federal Building.
RESOLUTION NO. 223-16
INTENT TO VACATE AND DISPOSE OF
CITY INTEREST IN A PORTION OF THE
RIGHT OF WAY OF STONE VALLEY DRIVE
BETWEEN U.S. HIGHWAY 20 AND BOUL-
DER BROOK COURT, BEING PART OF LOT
A STONE BROOK CENTER SECOND ADDI-
TION, TO BE KNOWN AS LOT 1 OF LOT A
OF STONE BROOK CENTER SECOND AD-
DITION, IN THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
BY SALE TO NEZTROP LLC
Whereas, NEZTROP LLC has requested
the vacating and purchase of the portion of the
Right of Way of Stone Valley Drive between
U.S. Highway 20 and Boulder Brook Court,
being part of Lot A of Stone Brook Center
Second Addition; and
Whereas, AECOM has prepared and sub-
mitted to the City Council a plat showing the
proposed vacated Right of Way of Stone Val-
ley Drive between U.S. Highway 20 and Boul-
der Brook Court, being part of Lot A of Stone
Brook Center Second Addition, in the City of
Dubuque, Iowa and assigned lot numbers
thereto, which hereinafter shall be known and
described as Lot 1 of Lot A and Lot 2 of Lot A
of Stone Brook Center Second Addition, in the
City of Dubuque, Iowa.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the City of Dubuque in-
tends to vacate and dispose of its interest in
Lot 1 of Lot A of Stone Brook Center Second
Addition, in the City of Dubuque, Iowa by sale
to NEZTROP LLC upon the terms and condi-
tions of the Agreement between the City of
Book 146 Regular Session, June 6, 2016 204
Dubuque, Iowa and NEZTROP LLC and
Portzen Building Firm LLC attached hereto.
Section 2. That the conveyance of Lot 1 of
Lot A of Stone Brook Center Second Addition,
in the City of Dubuque, Iowa to NEZTROP
LLC be contingent upon the payment in the
amount specified in the Purchase Agreement
attached hereto, subject to the conditions of
the Agreement between the City of Dubuque,
Iowa and NEZTROP LLC and Portzen Building
Firm LLC
Section 3. That a public hearing on the in-
tent to vacate and dispose of Lot 1 of Lot A of
Stone Brook Center Second Addition by sale
to NEZTROP LLC is hereby set for the 20th
day of June, 2016, at the Historic Federal
Building, 350 W. 6th Street, Dubuque, Iowa
beginning at 6:30 p.m., and the City Clerk be
and is hereby authorized and directed to cause
a notice of public hearing on the intent to va-
cate and dispose of said real estate to be pub-
lished in the manner as prescribed by law.
Passed, approved and adopted this 6th day
of June, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
3. Reallocation of Series 2012H General
Obligation Bond Proceeds: City Manager Rec-
ommending setting a public hearing for June
20, 2016, on a proposal to reallocate not to
exceed $500,000 of the unspent proceeds of
the General Obligation Bond Series 2012H
from the renovation of the second floor of the
Multicultural Family Center to fund the acquisi-
tion of the Colts Drum & Bugle Corps building
at 1101 Central Avenue. Upon motion the
documents were received and filed and Reso-
lution No. 224-16 Fixing date for a meeting on
the proposal to reallocate certain unspent pro-
ceeds of the General Obligation Bonds, Series
2012H, of the City of Dubuque, Iowa and
providing for publication of notice thereof was
adopted setting a public hearing for a meeting
to commence at 6:30 p.m. on June 20, 2016 in
the Historic Federal Building.
RESOLUTION NO. 224-16
FIXING DATE FOR A MEETING ON THE
PROPOSAL TO REALLOCATE CERTAIN
UNSPENT PROCEEDS OF THE GENERAL
OBLIGATION BONDS, SERIES 2012H, OF
THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA AND
PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION OF NO-
TICE THEREOF
Whereas, pursuant to hearings duly held
under Iowa Code Section 384.25 and a resolu-
tion approved on November 19, 2012, the City
Council of the City of Dubuque, Iowa has pre-
viously issued its General Obligation Bonds,
Series 2012H, in the aggregate principal
amount of $2,385,000 (the "Series 2012H
Bonds"), for the purpose, among other things,
of paying the costs of aiding in the planning,
undertaking and carrying out of urban renewal
project activities for Greater the Downtown
Urban Renewal District and the Technology
Park South District, including those costs as-
sociated with construction of a rail platform for
the intermodal transportation center; Multicul-
tural Family Center repairs and improvements
including renovation of the second floor; con-
struction of an Americans with Disabilities Act
(ADA) compliant restroom; utilities extensions;
and construction of a trail in Technology Park
South; and
Whereas, certain proceeds of the Series
2012H Bonds remain unspent, and the City
Manager has recommended that not to exceed
$500,000 of such unspent proceeds (the "Un-
spent Proceeds") be applied for the purpose of
funding acquisition of the Colts Drum & Bugle
Corps building at 1101 Central Avenue (from
the Series 2012 Bonds) (the "Project"); and
Whereas, there being no procedure speci-
fied under Iowa law for consideration or ap-
proval of such a reallocation, it is hereby de-
termined, pursuant to Section 364.6 of the
Code of Iowa, that the procedure set forth in
Section 384.25 of the Code of Iowa should
apply to such proposal, and that a hearing be
held upon the proposal to reallocate the Un-
spent Proceeds to provide funds for the Pro-
ject.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That this Council meet in the
Historic Federal Building, 350 West 6th Street,
Dubuque, Iowa, at 6:30 o'clock PM., on the 6th
day of June, 2016, for the purpose of taking
action on the matter of the proposed realloca-
tion of the Unspent Proceeds of the Series
2012H Bonds to provide funds to defray all or
a portion of the costs of the Project.
Section 2. That the City Clerk is hereby di-
rected to cause one publication to be made of
notice of said meeting, in a legal newspaper,
printed wholly in the English language, pub-
lished at least once weekly, and having gen-
eral circulation in said City, said publication to
be not less than four clear days nor more than
twenty days before the date of said public
meeting.
Section 3. The notice of the proposed ac-
tion shall be in substantially the [provided]
form.
Passed and approved this 6th day of June,
2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
4. Hodge Company Lease Agreement: City
Manager recommending the City Council set a
public hearing for June 20, 2016 on the pro-
posed riverfront lease with Hodge Company to
Book 146 Regular Session, June 6, 2016 205
lease 8.89 acres on Purina Drive. Upon motion
the documents were received and filed and
Resolution No. 225-16 Resolution of Intent to
dispose of an interest in real property owned
by the City of Dubuque by lease between the
City of Dubuque, Iowa and Hodge Company
was adopted setting a public hearing for a
meeting to commence at 6:30 p.m. on June
20, 2016 in the Historic Federal Building.
RESOLUTION NO. 225-16
INTENT TO DISPOSE OF AN INTEREST IN
REAL PROPERTY OWNED BY THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE BY LEASE BETWEEN THE CITY
OF DUBUQUE, IOWA AND HODGE COM-
PANY
Whereas, the City of Dubuque, Iowa (City)
is the owner of the real property legally de-
scribed as follows:
Lot 2 of Lot 10 and part of Lot 11 of
Block 4 in Riverfront Sub. No. 2 in the
City of Dubuque, Iowa as shown on the
attached Exhibit A (approximately 8.89
acres in total); and
Whereas, Hodge Company desires to
lease a part of the property as shown on Ex-
hibit A, attached hereto, for industrial uses,
storage and warehousing, and other business
activities upon the terms set forth in a Lease
Agreement which is on file at the Office of the
City Clerk, City Hall, 50 W. 13th Street, Dubu-
que, Iowa; and
Whereas, City and Hodge Company have
tentatively agreed to the Lease Agreement,
which among other things, provides for a term
through October 31, 2043; and
Whereas, the City Council believes it is in
the best interest of the City of Dubuque to ap-
prove the Lease Agreement.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The City of Dubuque intends to
dispose of its interest in the foregoing-
described real property by Lease Agreement
between City and Hodge Company; and
Section 2. The City Clerk is hereby author-
ized and directed to cause this Resolution and
a notice to be published as prescribed by Iowa
Code Section 364.7 of a public hearing on the
City’s intent to dispose of the foregoing-
described real property by Lease Agreement,
to be held on the 20th day of June, 2016, at
6:30 o’clock p.m. at the Historic Federal Build-
ing, Council Chambers, 350 W. 6th Street,
Dubuque, Iowa.
Passed, approved and adopted this 6th day
of June, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
BOARDS/COMMISSIONS
Applicants were invited to address the City
Council regarding their desire to serve on the
following Boards/Commissions.
1. Arts and Cultural Affairs Advisory Com-
mission: Four, 3-year terms through June 30,
2019 (Expiring terms of O'Rourke-Rosenow
and Riedel, Kluseman and Teckemeyer). Ap-
plicants for the Arts Representative Designa-
tion: Nicholas Bratcher, 610 West 5th St.; Bibi
Burke, 1155 Arrowhead Dr.; Marina O'Rourke-
Rosenow, 2085 Mullin Rd.; Susan Riedel, 282
Kelly's Bluff St.; Davis Schmitz, 1270 Arrow-
head Dr.; Mary Thomas Armstrong, 728 Alta
Vista St.; Audrea Walsh, 803 Lincoln Ave. Ms.
Burke, Ms. Riedel and Ms. Armstrong spoke in
support of their respective appointments and
provided brief a brief biography of their qualifi-
cations.
2. Civic Center Advisory Commission: Two,
3-year terms through June 29, 2019 (Expiring
terms of Bakke and Hill). Applicants: Rod
Bakke, 3030 Karen St.; McKenzie Hill, 333 E.
10th St. #234.
3. Historic Preservation Commission:
(Note: Three openings total, two different term
dates). One, 3-year term through July 1, 2018
(Vacant term of Krueger – At-Large); and Two,
3-year terms through July 1, 2019 (Expiring
terms of Kopczyk – Jackson Park District and
Nieto – W. 11th District). Applicants: Alfred
Kopczyk, 1320 Locust St. (Qualifies for Jack-
son Park District and At-Large); Juan Nieto,
510 W. 11th St (Qualifies for W. 11th District
and At-Large); Leslie Terry, 390 Hill St. (Quali-
fies for At-Large only). Ms. Terry spoke in sup-
port of her appointment and provided a brief
biography of her qualifications.
4. Housing Commission: One, 3-year term
through August 17, 2016 (Vacant term of
Woods). Applicant: Wesley Heimke, 2350
Knob Hill Dr.
5. Investment Oversight Advisory Commis-
sion: One, 3-year term through July 1, 2019
(Expiring term of Reisdorf). Applicant: Stephen
Reisdorf, 740 Brookview Sq.
6. Library Board of Trustees (Mayor Ap-
pointment): Two, 4-year terms through July 1,
2020 (Vacant terms of Connors and Allred).
Applicants: Robert Armstrong, 728 Alta Vista
St.; Christina Monk, 2005 North Main St. Mr.
Armstrong and Ms. Monk spoke in support of
their respective appointments and provided a
brief biography of their qualifications.
Book 146 Regular Session, June 6, 2016 206
7. Long Range Planning Advisory Com-
mission: One, 3-year term through July 1,
2019 (Expiring term of Winterwood). Applicant:
Charles Winterwood, 555 Montrose Ter.
8. Parks and Recreation Advisory Com-
mission: Three, 3-year terms through June 30,
2019 (Vacant term of Schlueter and Expiring
terms of Larson and Lyness). Applicants: Rob-
ert Blocker, 880 Kane St.; Richard Kirkendall,
1725 Alta Pl.; Katherine Larson, 2535 Traut
Ter.; Karen Lyness, 89 Alpine St. Mr. Blocker
and Mr. Kirkendall spoke in support of their
respective appointments and provided a brief
biography of their qualifications. Ryan Larson,
on behalf of his wife Katherine, read a pre-
pared statement from her in support of her
appointment.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Upon motion the rules were suspended allow-
ing anyone present to address the City Council
on the following items.
1. Request to Amend PUD - Historic Mill-
work District: Proof of publication on notice of
public hearing to consider approval of a re-
quest by Keith Gutierrez to amend the Historic
Millwork District Planned Unit Development
(PUD) to allow microbrewery, winery and dis-
tillery as permitted uses and the Zoning Advi-
sory Commission recommending approval as
conditional uses with conditions related to
noise and odors. Motion by Connors to receive
and file the documents and that the require-
ment that a proposed ordinance be considered
and voted on for passage at two Council meet-
ings prior to the meeting at which it is to be
passed be suspended. Seconded by Lynch.
Motion carried 6-0. Planning Services Manag-
er provided a staff report. Developer Keith
Gutierrez addressed the City Council reiterat-
ing his comments from the May 16, 2016
meeting.
Motion by Connors for final consideration
and passage of Ordinance No. 19-16 Amend-
ing Title 16, the Unified Development Code of
the City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances by
rescinding Ordinance 75-15 Which provides
regulations for a PUD Planned Unit Develop-
ment District with a Planned Commercial Des-
ignation for the Historic Millwork District PUD
and now being amended to include Mi-
crobrewery, Winery and Distillery as condition-
al uses. Seconded by Lynch. Motion carried 4-
2 with Rios and Del Toro voting nay.
OFFICIAL PUBLICATION
ORDINANCE NO. 19-16
AMENDING TITLE 16, THE UNIFIED DE-
VELOPMENT CODE OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE CODE OF ORDINANCES BY
RESCINDING ORDINANCE 75-15 WHICH
PROVIDES REGULATIONS FOR A PUD
PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT
WITH A PLANNED COMMERCIAL DESIG-
NATION FOR THE HISTORIC MILLWORK
DISTRICT PUD AND NOW BEING AMEND-
ED TO INCLUDE MICROBREWERY, WIN-
ERY AND DISTILLERY AS CONDITIONAL
USES
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That Title 16, the Unified Devel-
opment Code of the City of Dubuque Code of
Ordinances is hereby amended by rescinding
Ordinance 75-15 which provides regulations
for a Planned Unit Development District with a
Planned Commercial District designation for
the Historic Millwork District, and now being
amended to include microbrewery, winery and
distillery as conditional uses:
All real property generally located south of
12th Street, east of White Street and west
of Highway 61/151 as highlighted in Exhibit
A, and to the centerline of the adjoining
public right-of-way, all in the City of Dubu-
que, Iowa.
A. Use Regulations.
The following regulations shall apply to all
uses made of land in the above-described PC
Planned Commercial District:
Principal permitted uses: The following us-
es are permitted in the Historic Millwork District
PUD:
1. Places of religious exercise or as-
sembly.
2. Public, private or parochial school
approved by State of Iowa (K-12).
3. Public or private park, golf course, or
similar natural recreation area.
4. Railroad and public or quasi-public
utility, including substation.
5. Residential use.
6. Housing for the elderly and persons
with disabilities (not identified with
(5) above).
7. Noncommercial art gallery.
8. Museum or library.
9. School of private instruction.
10. Private club.
11. General office.
12. Medical office or clinic.
13. Dental or medical lab.
14. Barber or beauty shop.
15. Hotel.
16. Shoe repair.
17. Laundry or drycleaner.
18. Bakery (wholesale or commercial).
19. Retail sales or service.
20. Indoor restaurant.
21. Bar or tavern.
22. Supermarket.
23. Tailoring or alterations.
Book 146 Regular Session, June 6, 2016 207
24. Furniture or home furnishing.
25. Appliance sales or service.
26. Animal hospital or clinic.
27. Laundromat.
28. Furniture upholstery or repair.
29. Artist studio.
30. Photographic studio.
31. Neighborhood shopping center.
32. Business services.
33. Department store.
34. Auditorium or assembly hall.
35. Indoor theater.
36. Bank, savings and loan, or credit
union.
37. Indoor amusement center.
38. Vending or game machine sales
and service.
39. Indoor recreation facility.
40. Mail order house.
41. Printing or publishing.
42. Parking structure.
43. Vocational school.
44. Business or secretarial school.
45. Passenger transfer facility.
46. Warehousing and storage facility.
47. Artisan production shop.
Accessory Uses: The following accessory
uses are permitted in the Historic Millwork Dis-
trict PUD:
1. Any use customarily incidental and
subordinate to the principal use it
serves.
2. Boiler system in use as part of an in-
dustrial business or use.
3. Outdoor seating as part of an indoor
restaurant, bar or tavern.
Conditional Uses: The following conditional
uses are permitted in the Historic Millwork Dis-
trict PUD, subject to the provisions of Article 8
of the Unified Development Code that estab-
lishes requirements for application to the Zon-
ing Board of Adjustment for a conditional use
permit, and any other specific conditions listed
below for a conditional use.
1. Drive-in or carry-out restaurant.
2. Drive-up automated bank teller.
3. Vehicle rental.
4. Construction supplies sales and ser-
vice.
5. Contractor shop or yard.
6. Wholesale sale/distributor.
7. Agricultural supply sales.
8. Lumberyard or building materials.
9. Laboratory for research, develop-
ment or engineering, provided that
such use complies with all local,
state, and federal regulations gov-
erning hazardous substances, haz-
ardous conditions, hazardous
wastes, and hazardous materials.
10. Freight transfer facility.
11. Moving or storage facility.
12. Millworking.
13. Manufacture, assembly, repair or
storage of electrical or electronic
products, components or equip-
ment.
14. Manufacture or assembly of musi-
cal instruments; toys; watches or
clocks; medical, dental, optical or
similar scientific instruments; ortho-
pedic or medical appliances; signs
or billboards.
15. Manufacturing, compounding, as-
sembly or treatment of articles or
products from the following sub-
stances: clothing or textiles; rubber,
precious or semiprecious stones or
metals; wood; plastics; paper;
leather; fiber; glass; hair; wax; met-
al; concrete; feathers; fur; cork; and
celluloid or cellulose products.
16. District energy system.
17. Private energy generation facility.
18. Exterior storage.
19. Licensed child care centers, pro-
vided that:
a. Such facility shall supply loading
and unloading spaces so as not to
obstruct public streets or create
traffic or safety hazards;
b. All licenses have been issued or
have been applied for and are
awaiting the outcome of the
state’s decision; and
c. Such use shall not be located with-
in the same structure as any gas
station, bar/tavern, automated gas
station or any facility selling, ser-
vicing, repairing, or renting vehi-
cles.
d. The conditional use applicant certi-
fies that the premises on which
the licensed child care center will
be located complies with, and will
for so long as the licensed child
care center is so located, continue
to comply with all local, state and
federal regulations governing
hazardous substances, hazard-
ous conditions, hazardous
wastes, and hazardous materials.
e. If the applicant is subject to the re-
quirements of Section 302 of the
Superfund Amendments and
Reauthorization Act of 1986, as
amended, the Emergency Man-
agement Director shall certify
whether or not the applicant has
submitted a current inventory of
extremely hazardous substances
kept or stored on the premises. If
any such extremely hazardous
substances are kept or stored on
the premises, the applicant shall
also post in a conspicuous place
Book 146 Regular Session, June 6, 2016 208
on the premises a notice indicat-
ing a description of the extremely
hazardous substances, and the
physical and health hazards pre-
sented by such substances.
f. Applicant shall submit an evacua-
tion plan for approval by the City,
both written and drawn, that de-
tails where the children will go in
the event of a hazardous materi-
als incident. The plan shall in-
clude a “house in place” scenario
in which the children can be kept
safely within a room of the build-
ing that has no penetration to the
outside (windows, doors, etc.).
g. Applicant shall submit plans for
approval by the City that indicate
the installation of a main emer-
gency shut-off switch for the heat-
ing, ventilation, and air condition-
ing (HVAC) system to minimize
the infiltration risk of airborne
hazardous materials.
20. Microbrewery, winery and distillery,
provided that:
a. Any products or wastes containing
odor producing substances ema-
nating from a building or property
associated with a microbrewery,
winery or distillery, in such con-
centrations to create a public nui-
sance, as established by the city
manager, shall be prohibited.
b. The operation of a microbrewery,
winery or distillery facility shall not
cause any loud and excessive
noise that result in annoyance or
discomfort to a reasonable per-
son.
B. Lot and Bulk Regulations.
The following bulk regulations shall apply
in the Historic Millwork District PUD, subject to
the provisions of the Unified Development
Code.
1. Setbacks:
a) Front yard = 0 feet
b) Side yard = 0 feet
c) Rear yard = 0 feet
2. Building Height = no maximum.
3. New Construction Transition. New
construction on the blocks between
12th Street and 11th Street should
transition in scale from the Wash-
ington Neighborhood to the District
PUD.
C. Sign Regulations.
1. The number, size and location of
signs in the Historic Millwork District
PUD shall be regulated in accord-
ance with Exhibit C and all other
applicable regulations of Article 15
of the Unified Development Code.
2. A comprehensive sign plan is re-
quired as part of the sign permit
submittal for all multi-tenant build-
ings.
3. Free-standing signs in the District
PUD shall be monument-style
signs.
4. The design of signage shall comply
with the Downtown Design Guide-
lines for signs. Waiver requests
from these guidelines shall be re-
viewed by the Historic Preservation
Commission in accordance with the
provisions of Article 10 of the Uni-
fied Development Code.
5. Variance requests from sign re-
quirements established in Article 15
of the Unified Development Code
shall be reviewed by the Zoning
Board of Adjustment in accordance
with provisions of Article 8 of the
Unified Development Code.
6. Off-premise signs are prohibited in
the Historic Millwork District PUD.
D. Performance Standards.
Creation of a viable, equitable, and livable
mixed-use neighborhood in the Historic Mill-
work District PUD that includes residential,
retail, office, commercial, and industrial uses
requires both strategy and flexibility for its sus-
tainability. The development and maintenance
of uses in the Historic Millwork District PUD
conceptually should follow the goals, objec-
tives, and recommendations of the Historic
Millwork District Master Plan, incorporated
herein by reference and on file in the Planning
Services Department. The development and
maintenance of uses in the Historic Millwork
District PUD shall be regulated as follows:
1. Conceptual Development Plan
a. Referenced herein as Section 5.
Development Summary of the
Historic Millwork District Master
Plan, and shown on Exhibit B, on
file in the Planning Services De-
partment, and made a part of this
zoning reclassification by refer-
ence as the Conceptual Devel-
opment Plan for the Historic Mill-
work District PUD.
b. It is recognized that minor shifts or
modifications to the general plan
layout may be necessary and
compatible with the need to ac-
quire workable street patterns,
grades and usable building sites.
c. The Land Use / Development Pat-
terns depicted in the Historic Mill-
work District Master Plan for
ground floor uses reflect a pre-
dominance of residential uses;
however, for District sustainability,
these ground floor uses shall be
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characterized by a flexible desig-
nation for the Historic Millwork
District PUD Conceptual Devel-
opment Plan as shown in Exhibit
B.
d. That the Historic Millwork District
PUD Conceptual Development
Plan as shown in Exhibit B is
hereby amended to allow for a
surface parking lot at the north-
west corner of Elm and 11th
Streets.
2. Parking Regulations
Off-street parking is not required as part of
the Historic Millwork District PUD. Off-street
parking spaces may be provided in a building
as an accessory use, subject to review and
approval under Building, Fire, and other appli-
cable City Codes. If a property owner chooses
to provide surface off-street parking within the
District PUD, the City Council must first ap-
prove the request and the following regulations
shall apply:
a. Parking lot design shall comply
with the Downtown Design Guide-
lines for surface parking lots.
b. All vehicle-related features shall be
surfaced with standard or perme-
able asphalt, concrete, or pavers.
c. Curbing and proper surface drain-
age of storm water shall be pro-
vided.
d. All parking and loading spaces
shall be delineated on the surfac-
ing material by painted stripes or
other permanent means.
e. The size and design of parking
spaces shall be governed by ap-
plicable provisions of the Unified
Development Code enforced at
the time of development of the lot.
f. The number, size, design, and loca-
tion of parking spaces designated
for persons with disabilities shall
be according to the local, state, or
federal requirements in effect at
the time of development.
3. Parking Structures. Parking struc-
tures (ramps) are allowed in the
Historic Millwork District PUD sub-
ject to City Council review and the
following standards:
a. Parking structures shall comply
with the Downtown Design Guide-
lines for parking facilities.
b. The size and design of parking
spaces shall be governed by ap-
plicable provisions of the Unified
Development Code enforced at
the time of development.
c. The number, size, design, and lo-
cation of parking spaces desig-
nated for persons with disabilities
shall be according to the local,
state or federal requirements in
effect at the time of development.
4. Site Lighting
a. Exterior illumination of site features
shall be limited to the illumination
of the following:
i. Parking areas, driveways and
loading facilities.
ii. Pedestrian walkway surfaces and
entrances to building.
iii. Building exterior.
b. Location and Design
i. All exterior lighting luminaries
shall be designed and installed
to shield light from the luminar-
ies at angles above 72-degrees
from vertical.
ii. Fixtures mounted on a building
shall not be positioned higher
than the roofline of the building.
iii. All electrical service lines to
posts and fixtures shall be un-
derground and concealed inside
the posts.
iv. The design of exterior lighting
luminaries shall comply with the
Downtown Design Guidelines
for signs. Waiver requests from
these guidelines shall be re-
viewed by the Historic Preserva-
tion Commission in accordance
with the provisions of Article 10
of the Unified Development
Code.
5. Open Space
It is the intent of these regulations that the
development of open spaces (if provided) shall
reflect a high quality of environmental design.
The following provisions shall apply.
i. Open space plans are required as
part of submittals for site plan
review. Such plans are to in-
clude type, number and size of
proposed plantings, paving and
other open space amenities.
Open space areas shall be de-
signed in compliance with
Downtown Design Guidelines
and the Historic Millwork District
Master Plan.
ii. Within one (1) year following
completion of construction, or by
the date that a building is issued
an occupancy certificate by the
Building Services Department of
the City of Dubuque, whichever
occurs first, required open
space amenities shall be in-
stalled.
6. Stormwater Management
The developer shall be responsible for
providing stormwater management in a means
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that is satisfactory to the City Engineer and
consistent with the Historic Millwork District
Master Plan. Sustainable, low impact devel-
opment techniques for stormwater manage-
ment approved by the City Engineer will be
used where feasible. Other applicable regula-
tions also enforced by the City Engineer rela-
tive to stormwater management and drainage
shall apply to the subject property.
7. Exterior Trash Collection Areas
a. The storage of trash and debris
shall be limited to that produced
by the principal permitted use and
accessory uses of the lot.
b. All exterior trash collection areas
and the materials contained there-
in shall be visually screened from
view. The screening shall be
completely opaque fence, wall or
other feature not exceeding a
height of 10 feet measured from
the ground level outside the line
of the screen. Screens built on
sloping grades shall be stepped
so that their top line shall be hori-
zontal. All exterior entrances to a
screened trash area shall be pro-
vided with a gate or door of simi-
lar design to that of the screen.
c. Exterior trash collection areas shall
comply with the Downtown De-
sign Guidelines for service areas.
8. Exterior Storage
a. Exterior storage is allowed in the
Historic Millwork PUD District. Ex-
terior storage areas shall comply
with the Downtown Design Guide-
lines for service areas.
b. The use of semi-trailers and/or
shipping containers for storage is
prohibited.
9. Final site development plans shall be
submitted in accordance with provi-
sions of Article 12 and Article 13 of
the Unified Development Code prior
to construction or expansion of any
buildings, free-standing signs, or
parking facilities. The Downtown
Design Guidelines shall apply to
site development in the District
PUD, and shall take precedence
over the Design Standards for Big
Box Retail Uses (over 100,000
square feet) and the Design Stand-
ards for Retail Commercial Uses
(over 60,000 square feet) and Re-
gional Shopping Centers in Article
13 of the Unified Development
Code.
10. Retail uses should be clustered
around each other and adjacent to
public spaces, such as at the inter-
section of 10th and Washington
Streets, in the Farley & Loetscher
and Kirby Buildings along 7th
Street, and in a highly visible com-
mercial corridor at the east edge of
the District along Elm Street.
11. Land uses should transition from
industrial on the south to residential
on the north, with new commercial
or mixed use buildings along the
new block to be created by realign-
ing Elm Street in accordance with
the Historic Millwork District Master
Plan.
E. Other Codes and Regulations
1. Service Lines. All electric, telephone,
cable, or other similar utility lines
serving the building and other site
features shall be located under-
ground, where feasible.
2. These regulations do not relieve the
owner from other applicable city,
county, state or federal codes,
regulations, laws and other controls
relative to the planning, construc-
tion, operation and management of
property within the city of Dubuque.
F. Transfer of Ownership
Transfer of ownership or lease of property
in the Historic Millwork District PUD shall in-
clude in the transfer or lease agreement a pro-
vision that the purchaser or lessee acknowl-
edges awareness of the conditions authorizing
the establishment of the District PUD.
G. Recording
A copy of this PUD Ordinance shall be
recorded, at the expense of the City of Dubu-
que, with the Dubuque County Recorder as a
permanent record of the conditions accepted
as part of this reclassification approval. This
ordinance shall be binding upon the under-
signed and his/her heirs, successors and as-
signs.
Section 2. The foregoing amendment has
heretofore been reviewed by the Zoning Advi-
sory Commission of the City of Dubuque, Io-
wa.
Section 3. The foregoing amendment shall
take effect upon publication, as provided by
law.
Passed, approved and adopted this 6th day
of June, 2016.
/s/Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: /s/Kevin Firnstahl, City Clerk
Published officially in the Telegraph Herald
newspaper on the 10th day of June, 2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
2. Rite Hite/AB(MC)2 - Expansion Devel-
opment Agreement: Proof of publication on
notice of public hearing to consider approval of
a Development Agreement with Rite
Hite/AB(MC)2 for their expansion project at
4343 Chavenelle Road and the City Manager
Book 146 Regular Session, June 6, 2016 211
recommending approval. Motion by Lynch to
receive and file the documents and adopt
Resolution No. 226-16 Approving a Develop-
ment Agreement by and between the City of
Dubuque, Iowa and Rite Hite/AB(MC)2 provid-
ing for the issuance of Urban Renewal Tax
Increment Revenue Obligations for the expan-
sion of property and creation of jobs at 4343
Chavenelle Road. Seconded by Connors. Dan
McDonald, Vice President of Existing Business
for Greater Dubuque Development Corp.,
spoke in support of the recommendation. Mo-
tion carried 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 226-16
APPROVING A DEVELOPMENT AGREE-
MENT BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA AND RITE HITE/AB(MC)2
PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE OF UR-
BAN RENEWAL TAX INCREMENT REVE-
NUE OBLIGATIONS FOR THE EXPANSION
OF PROPERTY AND CREATION OF JOBS
AT 4343 CHAVENELLE ROAD
Whereas, the City Council, by Resolution
No. 194-16, dated May 16, 2016, declared its
intent to enter into a Development Agreement
with Rite Hite/AB(MC)2 for the expansion of
property and creation of jobs at 4343 Cha-
venelle Road in the City of Dubuque, Iowa (the
Property); and
Whereas, pursuant to published notice, a
public hearing was held on the proposed dis-
position on June 6, 2016 at 6:30 p.m. in the
City Council Chambers at the Historic Federal
building, 350 W. 6th Street, Dubuque, Iowa;
and
Whereas, it is the determination of the City
Council that approval of the Development
Agreement, for expansion of property and cre-
ation of jobs by Rite Hite/AB(MC)2 according to
the terms and conditions set out in the Devel-
opment Agreement is in the public interest of
the City of Dubuque.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the Development Agree-
ment by and between the City of Dubuque and
Rite Hite/AB(MC)2, a copy of which is attached
hereto, is hereby approved.
Section 2. That the Mayor is hereby au-
thorized and directed to execute the Develop-
ment Agreement on behalf of the City of
Dubuque and the City Clerk is authorized and
directed to attest to his signature.
Section 3. That the City Manager is author-
ized to take such actions as are necessary to
comply with the terms of the Development
Agreement as herein approved.
Passed, approved and adopted this 6th day
of June, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
3. Transit Advisory Board Student Fare
Recommendation: Proof of publication on no-
tice of public hearing to consider approval of
the Jule Transit student fares effective for the
2016-2017 school year as recommended by
the Transit Advisory Board and the City Man-
ager recommending approval. Motion by
Lynch to receive and file the documents and
adopt Resolution No. 227-16 Establishing a
Transit Fixed-Route Student Fare. Seconded
by Connors. Responding to questions from the
City Council, Transit Manager Candace Eu-
daley and Transit Advisory Board Member
Dora Serna stated that the $10 was estab-
lished by the Transit Advisory Board as a rea-
sonable cost without creating an undue ex-
pense adding that the new process will help
bus operators identify problem riders and re-
solve issues. Motion carried 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 227-16
ESTABLISHING A TRANSIT FIXED-ROUTE
STUDENT FARE
Whereas, the City of Dubuque provides
fixed-route and paratransit services for the
citizens of Dubuque; and
Whereas, the number of rides to students
has increased; and
Whereas, the cost to provide said services
have continued to increase; and
Whereas, The City of Dubuque desires to
continue to provide fixed-route and paratransit
services to its citizens; and
Whereas, the proposed fare will impact
student riders.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
The newly established student fixed-route
fares are as follows effective August 1, 2016:
Student Fixed-Route Fares
Student under 11 years, Free with Jule-
issued Swipe Card
Student 11-18 years annual pass, $10
annual pass with proof of age
Student 11-18 years per ride, $0.75 per
ride with student ID
Passed, approved and adopted this 6th day
of June, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
4. Vacating Petition - North Grandview Av-
enue / University Avenue Right-of-Way: Proof
of publication on notice of public hearing to
consider approval of a request by Tom Tiefen-
thaler of K&T Real Estate, LLC to vacate and
dispose of City interest in a portion of the
North Grandview Avenue right-of-way in the
southwest corner of North Grandview Avenue
and University Avenue and the City Manager
recommending approval. Motion by Lynch to
receive and file the documents and adopt
Book 146 Regular Session, June 6, 2016 212
Resolution No. 228-16 Vacating a portion of
North Grandview Avenue South of University
Avenue to be known as Lot 1 of Tiefenthaler
2nd Place, in the City of Dubuque, Iowa; and
Resolution No. 229-16 Disposing of City Inter-
est in Lot 1 of Tiefenthaler 2nd Place in the
City of Dubuque, Iowa. Seconded by Connors.
Motion carried 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 228-16
VACATING A PORTION OF NORTH
GRANDVIEW AVENUE SOUTH OF UNI-
VERSITY AVENUE TO BE KNOWN AS LOT
1 OF TIEFENTHALER 2ND PLACE, IN THE
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
Whereas, K & T Real Estate, LLC has re-
quested the vacating of a portion of the North
Grandview Avenue Right of Way south of Uni-
versity Avenue in the City of Dubuque, Dubu-
que County, Iowa; and
Whereas, there has been presented to the
City Council of the City of Dubuque, Iowa a
plat dated the May 9, 2016 prepared by Hinkle
Engineering and Surveying, describing the
proposed vacated street right of way, in the
City of Dubuque, Iowa; and
Whereas, pursuant to resolution and pub-
lished notice of time and place of hearing, pub-
lished in the Telegraph Herald, a newspaper of
general circulation published in the City of
Dubuque, Iowa on this 20th day of May, 2016,
the City Council of the City of Dubuque, Iowa
met on the 6th day of June, 2016, at 6:30 p.m.
in the Historic Federal Building Council Cham-
bers (second floor), 350 West 6th Street,
Dubuque, Dubuque County, Iowa to consider
the request to vacate; and
Whereas, the City Council of the City of
Dubuque, Iowa overruled any and all objec-
tions, oral or written to the request to vacate;
and
Whereas, the City Council of the City of
Dubuque, Iowa has determined that the pro-
posed vacated portion of the North Grandview
Avenue Right of Way to be known as Lot 1 of
Tiefenthaler 2nd, in the City of Dubuque, Iowa
should be approved.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the real estate described
as Lot 1 of Tiefenthaler 2nd Place, in the City
of Dubuque, Iowa Dubuque County, Iowa be
and the same is hereby vacated.
Passed, approved and adopted this 6th day
of June, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
RESOLUTION NO. 229-16
DISPOSING OF CITY INTEREST IN LOT 1
OF TIEFENTHALER 2ND PLACE, IN THE
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
Whereas, pursuant to resolution and pub-
lished notice of time and place of hearing, pub-
lished in the Telegraph Herald, a newspaper of
general circulation published in the City of
Dubuque, Iowa on this 20th day of May, 2016,
the City Council of the City of Dubuque, Iowa
met on the 6th day of June, 2016, at 6:30 p.m.
in the Historic Federal Building Council Cham-
bers (second floor), 350 West 6th Street,
Dubuque, Dubuque County, Iowa to consider
the proposal for the sale of real estate de-
scribed as:
Lot 1 of Tiefenthaler 2nd Place, in the
City of Dubuque, Iowa Dubuque Coun-
ty, Iowa; and
Whereas, the City Council of the City of
Dubuque, Iowa overruled any and all objec-
tions, oral or written to the proposal to sell
such real estate.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the sale of City of Dubuque
real property described as Lot 1 of Tiefenthaler
2nd Place, in the City of Dubuque, Iowa Dubu-
que County, Iowa to K & T Real Estate, LLC
be and the same is hereby approved for the
sum of $31,549.12, subject to the conditions of
an Offer To Buy Real Estate and Acceptance
Agreement between the City and K & T Real
Estate, LLC plus all platting, publication, and
filing fees. The City Manager is hereby author-
ized to execute and sign said Offer To Buy
Real Estate and Acceptance Agreement. Con-
veyance shall be by Warranty Deed.
Section 2. That the Mayor be authorized
and directed to execute a Warranty Deed, and
the City Clerk be and is hereby authorized and
directed to deliver said deed of conveyance to
K & T Real Estate, LLC upon receipt of the
purchase price in full.
Section 3. That the City Clerk be and is
hereby authorized and directed to record a
certified copy of this resolution in the offices of
the City Assessor, Dubuque County Recorder
and Dubuque County Auditor.
Passed, approved and adopted this 6th day
of June, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Upon motion the rules were reinstated lim-
iting discussion to the City Council.
ACTION ITEMS
1. Greater Dubuque Development Corpo-
ration - Quarterly Update: Rick Dickinson,
President and CEO of GDDC provided a ver-
Book 146 Regular Session, June 6, 2016 213
bal report on the quarterly activities of GDDC
including information on achieving and surpas-
sing the goals of the NEXT Campaign in the
areas of job growth, new construction, popula-
tion growth (regional), and minimum/increased
wages. Mr. Dickinson stated that the results of
the Convergent interviews with local business-
es will be announced at the GDDC annual
meeting on June 22, 2016 at the Mystique
Casino. Responding to questions from the City
Council, Mr. Dickinson stated that it is un-
known what influences the fluctuation in re-
gional average wages and that there is great
potential for commercial growth at the of Hwy
20 and the proposed SW Arterial due in part to
the expansion of the City’s industrial parks.
Motion carried 6-0.
2. Dubuque Main Street / Farmers' Market
Update: Dubuque Main Street Executive Direc-
tor Dan LoBianco provided an update on the
Dubuque Farmers' Market that included pro-
motion and success of the Supplemental Nutri-
tion Assistant Program (SNAP), possible future
expansion of the market area, and responded
to questions about assisting with relocating the
Winter Farmers’ Market currently at 1101 Cen-
tral Avenue. Mr. LoBianco additionally ad-
dressed the rehabilitation of 1838 Central Av-
enue through a façade grant and retail store
fronts in the Washington Street and Central
Avenue corridors. Motion by Connors to re-
ceive and file the information. Seconded by
Resnick. Motion carried 6-0.
3. Public Input at City Council Meetings
(3rd Reading): City Attorney submitting a pro-
posed ordinance concerning the placement of
Public Input on the Council agenda. Motion by
Connors for final consideration and passage of
Ordinance No. 20-16 Amending City of Dubu-
que Code of Ordinances Title 1 Administration,
Chapter 6 Mayor and City Council, Article A
Rules and Procedure, Sections 1-6A-11 Order
of Business and Agenda and 1-6A-14 Rights
of Public by clarifying the rules relating to
communications to the City Council and the
Public Input Agenda. Seconded by Resnick.
Motion carried 6-0.
OFFICIAL PUBLICATION
ORDINANCE NO. 20-16
AMENDING CITY OF DUBUQUE CODE OF
ORDINANCES TITLE 1 ADMINISTRATION,
CHAPTER 6 MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL,
ARTICLE A RULES AND PROCEDURE,
SECTIONS 1-6A-11 ORDER OF BUSINESS
AND AGENDA AND 1-6A-14 RIGHTS OF
PUBLIC BY CLARIFYING THE RULES RE-
LATING TO COMMUNICATIONS TO THE
CITY COUNCIL AND THE PUBLIC INPUT
AGENDA
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. Section 1-6A-11 of the City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances is amended to
read as follows:
1-6A-11: ORDER OF BUSINESS AND
AGENDA:
A. Agenda: The order of business of
each regular meeting shall be as con-
tained in the agenda prepared by the
city clerk. The agenda shall be a list-
ing by topic of subjects to be consid-
ered by the city council.
B. Order Of Business: The general rule
as to the order of business in regular
meetings shall be as follows:
1. Reading of the call.
2. Roll call.
3. Proclamations.
4. Consent items; business licenses.
5. Items to be set for public hearing.
6. Appointments to boards and com-
missions.
7. Public hearings.
8. Public input.
9. Action items.
10. Adjournment.
Section 2. Section 1-6A-14 of the City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances is amended to
read as follows:
1-6A-14: RIGHTS OF PUBLIC:
A. Addressing City Council: No person
may address the city council by oral
communication without the permis-
sion of the presiding officer.
B. Manner Of Addressing City Council;
Time Limit: Each person addressing
the city council shall approach the
microphone, shall give such per-
son's name and address and, if rep-
resenting an organization or anoth-
er person, shall so state, in an au-
dible tone of voice for the record,
and, unless further time is granted
by the presiding officer, shall limit
such person's address to five (5)
minutes. All remarks shall be ad-
dressed to the city council as a
body, not to any city officer or em-
ployee. No person, other than
members of the city council and the
person having the floor, shall be
permitted to enter into any discus-
sion, either directly or through the
members of the city council. No
questions shall be asked of individ-
ual council members nor of any city
officer or employee, except through
the presiding officer.
C. Personal And Slanderous Remarks:
Any person making personal, im-
pertinent or slanderous remarks, or
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who shall become boisterous, while
addressing the city council may be
requested to leave the meeting and
may be by the presiding officer
barred from further audience before
the city council.
D. Written Communications: Any per-
son or the person's authorized rep-
resentatives, may address the city
council by written communication in
regard to any matter concerning the
city's business or over which the
city council has control at any time
by addressing such written commu-
nication to the city clerk. All such
written communications must be re-
ceived by the city clerk by twelve
o'clock (12:00) noon of the
Wednesday immediately preceding
the regular council meeting in order
that such material may be placed
on the agenda for such meeting.
E. Public Input Agenda: Members of
the public may address the city
council on any action item on the
agenda or on any matter not on the
agenda concerning city business or
over which the city council has con-
trol.
Unless extended by the presiding officer,
public input will be limited to thirty (30)
minutes.
Section 3. This Ordinance takes effect up-
on publication.
Passed, approved, and adopted the 6th day
of June, 2016.
/s/Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: /s/Kevin Firnstahl, City Clerk
Published officially in the Telegraph Herald
newspaper on the 10th day of June, 2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
4. Through 10. Code of Ordinances
Amendments - Title 14 International Building
Code; International Energy Conservation
Code; International Fire Code; International
Fuel Gas Code: International Mechanical
Code: International Plumbing Code; and Inter-
national Residential Code
The City Clerk stated that the City Attorney
advised that all seven International Code items
(Action Items 4-10) could be adopted with one
motion if the Council desired.
City Manager recommending adoption of
the International Building Code; International
Energy Conservation Code; International Fire
Code; International Fuel Gas Code: Interna-
tional Mechanical Code: International Plumb-
ing Code; and International Residential Code.
Motion by Lynch 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 to include all seven International
Code ordinances. Seconded by Resnick. Mo-
tion carried 6-0.
Motion by Lynch for final consideration and
passage of Ordinance No. 21-16 Amending
City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances Title 14
Building and Development, Chapter 1 Building
Codes, Article A Building Code and Regula-
tions, Sections 14-1A-1 International Building
Code Adopted, 14-1A-2 International Building
Code Amendments, 14-1A-3 Permit Issuance
Prohibited During Consideration of Zoning
Reclassification or Zoning or Subdivision Text
Amendments, and 14-1A-6 Building Code and
Advisory Appeals Board by Repealing Such
Sections and Enacting New Sections in Lieu
Thereof Adopting the 2015 International Build-
ing Code;
Ordinance No. 22-16 Amending City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances Title 14 Building
and Development, Chapter 1 Building Codes,
Article C Energy Conservation Code, Sections
14-1C-1 International Energy Conservation
Code Adopted and 14-1C-2 International En-
ergy Conservation Code Amendments by Re-
pealing Such Sections and Enacting New Sec-
tions in Lieu Thereof Adopting the 2015 Inter-
national Energy Conservation Code;
Ordinance No. 23-16 Amending City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances Title 14 Building
and Development, Chapter 1 Building Codes,
Article E Fire Code and Regulations, Sections
14-1E-1 International Fire Code Adopted and
14-1E-2 International Fire Code Amendments
by Repealing Such Sections and Enacting
New Sections in Lieu Thereof Adopting the
2015 International Fire Code;
Ordinance 24-16 Amending City of Dubu-
que Code of Ordinances Title 14 Building and
Development, Chapter 1 Building Codes, Arti-
cle G Fuel Gas Code, Sections 14-1G-1 Fuel
Gas Code Adopted and 14-1G-2 Fuel Gas
Code Amendments by Repealing Such Sec-
tions and Enacting New Sections in Lieu
Thereof Adopting the 2015 Fuel Gas Code;
Ordinance No. 25-16 Amending City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances Title 14 Building
and Development, Chapter 1 Building Codes,
Article F Mechanical Code, Sections 14-1F-1
International Mechanical Code Adopted and
14-1F-2 International Mechanical Code
Amendments by Repealing Such Sections and
Enacting New Sections in Lieu Thereof Adopt-
ing the 2015 International Building Code and
by Adopting a New Section 14-1F-4 Establish-
ing the Mechanical and Plumbing Code Board
and Providing for the Powers, Operation,
Membership, and Meetings;
Ordinance No. 26-16 Amending City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances Title 14 Building
and Development, Chapter 1 Building Codes,
Article H Plumbing Code, Sections 14-1H-1
Book 146 Regular Session, June 6, 2016 215
International Plumbing Code Adopted and 14-
1H-2 International Plumbing Code Amend-
ments by Repealing Such Sections and Enact-
ing New Sections in Lieu Thereof Adopting the
2015 International Plumbing Code and by Re-
pealing Section 14-1H-7 Plumbing Code Board
and Enacting a New Section 14-1H-7 Mechan-
ical and Plumbing Code Board Providing for
the Powers, Operation, Membership and Meet-
ings;
Ordinance No. 27-16 Amending City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances Title 14 Building
and Development, Chapter 1 Building Codes,
Article B Residential Code, Sections 14-1B-1
International Residential Code Adopted and
14-1B-2 International Residential Code
Amendments by Repealing Such Sections and
Enacting New Sections in Lieu Thereof Adopt-
ing the 2015 International Residential Code.
Seconded by Resnick. Motion carried 6-0.
OFFICIAL PUBLICATION
ORDINANCE NO. 21-16
AMENDING CITY OF DUBUQUE CODE OF
ORDINANCES TITLE 14 BUILDING AND
DEVELOPMENT, CHAPTER 1 BUILDING
CODES, ARTICLE A BUILDING CODE AND
REGULATIONS, SECTIONS 14-1A-1 IN-
TERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE ADOPT-
ED, 14-1A-2 INTERNATIONAL BUILDING
CODE AMENDMENTS, 14-1A-3 PERMIT
ISSUANCE PROHIBITED DURING CONSID-
ERATION OF ZONING RECLASSIFICATION
OR ZONING OR SUBDIVISION TEXT
AMENDMENTS, AND 14-1A-6 BUILDING
CODE AND ADVISORY APPEALS BOARD
BY REPEALING SUCH SECTIONS AND
ENACTING NEW SECTIONS IN LIEU
THEREOF ADOPTING THE 2015 INTERNA-
TIONAL BUILDING CODE
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. Section 14-1A-1 of the City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances is amended by
repealing Section 14-1A-1 and enacting a new
Section 14-1A-1 in lieu thereof as follows:
14-1A-1: INTERNATIONAL BUILDING
CODE ADOPTED:
Except as hereinafter added to, deleted,
modified, or amended, there is hereby adopted
by reference as the building code of the city
that certain building code known as the inter-
national building code, 2015 edition, and as
published by the International Code Council,
Inc., and the provisions of such building code
shall be controlling in the construction of build-
ings and other structures and in all matters
covered by such building code within the cor-
porate limits of the city and shall be known as
the "Dubuque building code". A copy of the
international building code, 2015 edition, as
adopted, shall be on file in the office of the city
clerk for public inspection.
Section 2. Section 14-1A-2 of the City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances is amended by
repealing Section 14-1A-2 and enacting the
following additions, deletions, modifications, or
amendments of the International Building
Code, 2015 Edition, adopted in Section 14-1A-
1 to read as follows:
14-1A-2: INTERNATIONAL BUILDING
CODE AMENDMENTS:
The following additions, deletions, modifi-
cations, or amendments of the international
building code, 2015 edition, adopted in section
14-1A-1 of this article to read as follows:
Section 101.2 Scope. Amended to
read:
Sec. 101.2 Scope. The provisions of
this code shall apply to the construc-
tion, alteration, moving, demolition, re-
pair, maintenance and use of any build-
ing or structure within this jurisdiction,
except work located primarily in a pub-
lic way, public utility towers and poles,
mechanical equipment not specifically
regulated in this code, and hydraulic
flood control structures.
For additions, alterations, moving and
maintenance of buildings and struc-
tures, see 2015 International Existing
Building Code (IEBC). For temporary
buildings and structures, see section
3103 of the International Building Code.
Where, in any specific case, different
sections of this code specify different
materials, methods of construction or
other requirements, the most restrictive
shall govern. Where there is a conflict
between a general requirement and a
specific requirement, the specific re-
quirement shall be applicable.
Wherever in this code reference is
made to the appendix, the provisions in
the appendix shall not apply unless
specifically adopted.
Section 101.4.4 Property Maintenance.
Amended to read:
Sec. 101.4.4 Property Maintenance.
The provisions of the International
Property Maintenance Code, as adopt-
ed by the City of Dubuque in Title 14,
Chapter 1, shall apply to existing struc-
tures and premises; equipment and fa-
cilities; light, ventilation, space heating,
sanitation, life, and fire safety hazards;
responsibilities of owners, operators,
and occupants; and occupancy of exist-
ing premises and structures.
Section 105.5 Expiration. Amended to
read:
Sec. 105.5 Expiration. Every permit is-
sued shall become invalid unless the
work on the site authorized by such
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permit is completed within one year af-
ter its issuance, unless the building is
part of a project which, because of its
complexity or proportions, will require
more time, in which instance the build-
ing official may grant permits for the
project in phases. The building official
is authorized to grant, in writing and for
justifiable cause, a renewal of a permit
for two (2) successive periods of ninety
(90) days, for a period not to exceed
one-hundred eighty (180) days; provid-
ed, that a fee is paid for each renewal
as set by the city manager.
All city of Dubuque residential building
permits issued prior to July 16, 2007
without an expiration date listed shall
expire on October 1, 2010.
Section 113.1 through 113.3 replaced
with City of Dubuque Code of Ordi-
nances Section 14-1A-6.
Section 114. Violations. Amended to
read:
Sec. 114 Violations. It shall be unlawful
for any person, firm or corporation to
erect, construct, enlarge, alter, repair,
move, improve, remove, convert or
demolish, equip, use, occupy or main-
tain any building or structure or cause
or permit the same to be done in viola-
tion of this code.
The doing of any act, or the omission of
any act, declared to be unlawful by this
code, or any code or ordinance herein
adopted by reference shall be deemed
a separate offense for each and every
day or portion thereof during which any
such unlawful act is committed, contin-
ued or permitted and upon conviction
shall be punishable as provided in title
1 of the code of ordinances. The penal-
ty herein provided shall be cumulative
with and in addition to the revocation,
cancellation or forfeiture of any license
or permit elsewhere in this code pro-
vided for violation thereof.
A notice of violation is not required in
every situation and city staff may issue
a municipal infraction without previous-
ly issuing a notice of violation.
Section 116. Unsafe Structures And
Equipment. Amended to read:
Sec 116 Unsafe Structures And
Equipment. All buildings or structures
regulated by this code which are struc-
turally unsafe or not provided with ade-
quate egress, or which constitute a fire
hazard, or are otherwise dangerous to
human life are, for the purpose of this
section, unsafe. Any use of buildings or
structures constituting a hazard to safe-
ty, health or public welfare by reason of
inadequate maintenance, dilapidation,
obsolescence, fire hazard, disaster,
damage or abandonment is, for the
purpose of this section, an unsafe use.
Parapet walls, cornices, spires, towers,
tanks, statuary and other appendages
or structural members which are sup-
ported by, attached to, or a part of a
building and which are in deteriorated
condition or otherwise unable to sustain
the design loads which are specified in
this code are hereby designated as un-
safe building appendages.
All such unsafe buildings, structures or
appendages are hereby declared to be
public nuisances and shall be abated
by repair, rehabilitation, demolition or
removal in accordance with the proce-
dures set forth in title 14, chapter 3 of
the code of ordinances.
Section 202. Definitions. Amendment to
“Building Official” and inclusion of
“Code Official”:
BUILDING OFFICIAL. See “CODE
OFFICIAL”.
CODE OFFICIAL. The officer or
other designated authority charged
with the administration and en-
forcement of this code, or a duly au-
thorized representative. Any refer-
ence to “BUILDING OFFICIAL” in
this code refers to “CODE OFFI-
CIAL”.
Section 423. Storm Shelters. Deleted.
Section 903.3.1.1.1 Exempt Locations.
Amended to read:
Sec. 903.3.1.1.1 Exempt Locations.
Automatic sprinklers shall not be re-
quired in the following rooms or areas
where such rooms or areas are pro-
tected with an approved automatic fire
detection system in accordance with
Section 907.2 that will respond to visi-
ble or invisible particles of combustion.
Sprinklers shall not be omitted from a
room merely because it is damp, of fire-
resistance-rated construction or con-
tains electrical equipment.
1. A room where the application of
water, or flame and water, con-
stitutes a serious life or fire haz-
ard.
2. A room or space where sprin-
klers are considered undesira-
ble because of the nature of the
contents, where approved by
the fire code official.
3. Generator and transformer
rooms separated from the re-
mainder of the building by walls
and floor/ceiling or roof/ceiling
assemblies having a fire-
resistance rating of not less than
2 hours.
Book 146 Regular Session, June 6, 2016 217
4. Rooms or areas that are of non-
combustible construction with
wholly noncombustible contents.
5. Fire service access elevator ma-
chine rooms and machinery
spaces.
6. Automatic sprinklers shall not be
installed in elevator machine
rooms, elevator machine spac-
es, and elevator hoistways other
than pits where such sprinklers
would not necessitate shunt trip
requirements under any circum-
stances. Storage shall not be al-
lowed within the elevator ma-
chine room. Signage shall be
provided at the entry doors to
the elevator machine room indi-
cating “ELEVATOR MACHIN-
ERY-NO STORAGE AL-
LOWED”.
Section 3. Section 14-1A-3 of the
City of Dubuque Code of Ordinanc-
es is amended by repealing Section
14-1A-3 and enacting a new Sec-
tion 14-1A-3 in lieu thereof as fol-
lows:
14-1A-3: PERMIT ISSUANCE PRO-
HIBITED DURING CONTEMPLATION
OR CONSIDERATION OF ZONING
RECLASSIFICATION OR ZONING OR
SUBDIVISION TEXT AMENDMENTS:
The building official of the city is hereby
prohibited from issuing a building per-
mit for real property for which action is
contemplated or has been initiated for a
change in the zoning classification of
the property or a text amendment of the
zoning or subdivision ordinances. The
prohibition shall be from the date of the
filing of the application with the plan-
ning services department until the date
of final action of the city council upon
such zoning reclassification or text
amendment, including publication as
provided by law where the reclassifica-
tion or amendment is adopted by the
city council. The city council may, by
one or more resolutions, waive this
prohibition in whole or in part.
Section 4. Section 14-1A-6 of the City
of Dubuque Code of Ordinances is
amended by repealing Section 14-1A-6
and enacting a new Section 14-1A-6 in
lieu thereof as follows:
14-1A-6: BUILDING CODE AND AD-
VISORY APPEALS BOARD:
A. Board Created: There is hereby
created the building code and
advisory appeals board.
B. Purpose: The purpose of the
board is to determine the suita-
bility of alternative building ma-
terials and methods of building
construction, to provide for rea-
sonable interpretation of the
provisions of the international
building code, to advise the city
council on all building construc-
tion regulations and procedures,
and to serve as an appeal body
for the decisions of the building
official.
C. Internal Organization And Rules:
The board may adopt rules and
regulations to govern its organi-
zational procedures as may be
necessary and which are not in
conflict with this code or the Io-
wa Code.
D. Procedures For Operation: All
administrative, personnel, ac-
counting, budgetary, and pro-
curement policies of the city
govern the board in all its opera-
tions.
E. Membership:
1. The board comprises seven
(7) residents of the city, ap-
pointed by the city council.
2. Residents must be eighteen
(18) years of age or older.
3. Special qualifications:
a. One member must be an
architect or engineer reg-
istered in the state of Io-
wa.
b. One member must be a
commercial contractor.
c. One member must be a
journeyman carpenter.
d. One member must be a
residential contractor.
e. One member must be a
representative of the
public at large.
f. Two (2) representatives
must have knowledge of
Americans with disabili-
ties act regulations to
represent the interests of
persons with disabilities.
F. Oath: Each person, upon ap-
pointment or reappointment to
the board, must execute an oath
of office at the first meeting of
the board following the ap-
pointment or reappointment or
at the city clerk's office any time
prior to the first meeting of the
board.
G. Terms: The term of office for
members of the board is three
(3) years or until such member's
successor is appointed and
qualified.
Book 146 Regular Session, June 6, 2016 218
H. Vacancies: Vacancies must be
filled in the same manner as
original appointments.
I. Officers/Organization: The board
must choose annually a chair-
person and vice chairperson,
each to serve a term of one
year. The chairperson must ap-
point a secretary, who need not
be a member of the board. The
board must fill a vacancy among
its officers for the remainder of
the officer's unexpired term.
J. Meetings:
1. Regular Meetings: The board
must meet upon call of the
chairperson, secretary, or
city manager.
2. Special Meetings: Special
meetings may be called by
the chairperson or at the
written request of a majority
of the members.
3. Open Meetings: All meetings
must be called and held in
conformance with the Iowa
open meetings law.
4. Attendance:
a. In the event a member of
the board has been ab-
sent for three (3) or more
consecutive meetings of
the board, without being
excused by the chairper-
son, such absence will
be grounds for the board
to recommend to the city
council that the position
be declared vacant and
a replacement appoint-
ed.
b. Attendance must be en-
tered upon the minutes
of all meetings.
5. Minutes: A copy of the
minutes of all regular and
special meetings of the
board must be filed with the
city council within ten (10)
working days after each
meeting, or by the next regu-
larly scheduled city council
meeting, whichever is later.
6. Quorum: For meetings where
the agenda does not include
the review of any Americans
with disabilities act issues,
three (3) members of the
board constitute a quorum
for the transaction of busi-
ness. For meetings where
the agenda does include the
review of any Americans
with disabilities act issues,
four (4) members of the
board and at least one of the
Americans with disabilities
act representatives must be
in attendance to constitute a
quorum for the transaction of
business. An affirmative vote
of a majority of the members
present and voting is neces-
sary for the adoption of any
motion or resolution.
K. Compensation: Members serve
without compensation, provided
that they may receive reim-
bursement for necessary travel
and other expenses while on of-
ficial board business within the
limits established in the city ad-
ministrative policies and budget.
L. Removal: The city council may
remove any member for cause
upon written charges and after a
public hearing.
M. Powers: The board has the fol-
lowing powers, duties, and re-
sponsibilities:
1. Any person who is aggrieved
by a decision of the building
official on any requirements
resulting from the enforce-
ment of the building code
may appeal from such deci-
sion to the building code
board and said board shall
serve as an appeal board. In
case the aggrieved party is a
member of said board, said
member shall be disqualified
as a member of the board
acting as an appeal board,
until the person aggrieved
has been heard and a deci-
sion rendered.
The appeal shall be made by
the person aggrieved, giving
written notice of such appeal
to the building official within
seven (7) days of receipt of
decision from which the ap-
peal is taken. The building
code board sitting as an ap-
peal board shall meet within
ten (10) working days after
receiving such notice and
render a decision within five
(5) working days thereafter.
Any interested party, includ-
ing the building official, shall
have the right to present
their case to the appeal
board, whose decision shall
be final unless appealed to
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the district court as provided
by law.
The board of appeals may re-
verse or modify a decision of
the building official only on
finding that:
a. The building official had
incorrectly interpreted
the provision of this
code; or
b. The decision of the build-
ing official creates an
unnecessary hardship
upon the appellant.
The board of appeals shall
require that sufficient evi-
dence or proof be submitted
to substantiate any claims
made regarding the use of
alternates.
All appeal hearings shall be
conducted in accordance
with the procedures speci-
fied in this code.
On issues before the board
involving the Americans with
disabilities act the board
may elect to seek input from
Americans with disabilities
act advocates in the com-
munity. If the board elects to
seek input from Americans
with disabilities act advo-
cates in the community the
board shall consult with a
minimum of two (2) individu-
als.
N. Limitations Of Authority: The
board of appeals shall have no
authority relative to interpreta-
tion of the administrative provi-
sions of this code nor shall the
board be empowered to waive
requirements of this code.
In so modifying or reversing such
decision of the building official,
the board of appeals may au-
thorize any alternate to the de-
cision of the building official and
the provisions, provided it finds
the proposed material or meth-
od of construction is satisfactory
for the use intended and com-
plies with the provisions of this
code, and that the material,
method, or work offered is, for
the purpose intended, at least
equivalent to that prescribed by
this code in suitability, strength,
effectiveness, durability, fire re-
sistance, and safety.
Section 5. This Ordinance takes effect July
1, 2016.
Passed, approved, and adopted the 6th day
of June, 2016.
/s/Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: /s/Kevin Firnstahl, City Clerk
Published officially in the Telegraph Herald
newspaper on the 24th day of June, 2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
OFFICIAL PUBLICATION
ORDINANCE NO. 22-16
AMENDING CITY OF DUBUQUE CODE OF
ORDINANCES TITLE 14 BUILDING AND
DEVELOPMENT, CHAPTER 1 BUILDING
CODES, ARTICLE C ENERGY CONSERVA-
TION CODE, SECTIONS 14-1C-1 INTERNA-
TIONAL ENERGY CONSERVATION CODE
ADOPTED AND 14-1C-2 INTERNATIONAL
ENERGY CONSERVATION CODE AMEND-
MENTS BY REPEALING SUCH SECTIONS
AND ENACTING NEW SECTIONS IN LIEU
THEREOF ADOPTING THE 2015 INTERNA-
TIONAL ENERGY CONSERVATION CODE
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. Section 14-1C-1 of the City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances is
amended by repealing Section 14-1C-1
and enacting a new Section 14-1C-1 in
lieu thereof as follows:
14-1C-1: INTERNATIONAL ENERGY
CONSERVATION CODE ADOPTED:
Except as hereinafter added to, deleted,
modified, or amended, there is hereby
adopted by reference as the energy
code of the city that certain code known
as the international energy conserva-
tion code, 2015 edition, and as pub-
lished by the International Code Coun-
cil, Inc., and the thermal efficiency pro-
visions of such code shall be controlling
in the construction of all new construc-
tion and any renovation project that ef-
fects the building thermal envelope of a
structure within the corporate limits of
the city and the lighting efficiency pro-
visions of such code shall be controlling
in the new construction of buildings
which are open to the general public
during normal business hours and shall
be known as the "Dubuque energy
code". A copy of the international ener-
gy conservation code, 2015 edition, as
adopted, shall be on file in the office of
the city clerk for public inspection.
Section 2. Section 14-1C-2 of the City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances is
amended by repealing Section 14-1C-2
and enacting the following additions,
deletions, modifications, or amend-
ments of the International Energy Con-
servation Code, 2015 Edition, adopted
in Section 14-1C-1 to read as follows:
Book 146 Regular Session, June 6, 2016 220
14-1C-2: INTERNATIONAL ENERGY
CONSERVATION CODE AMEND-
MENTS:
The following additions, deletions, modifi-
cations, or amendments of the interna-
tional energy conservation code, 2015
edition, adopted in section 14-1C-1 of
this article to read as follows:
Section 109.1 through 109.3 replaced with
City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances
Section 14-1A-6.
Section 202 General Definitions. Amended
to read:
Section 202 General Definitions.
Above-Grade Wall. A wall more than 50
percent above grade and enclosing
conditioned space. This includes be-
tween-floor spandrels, peripheral edges
of floors, roof and basement knee
walls, dormer walls, gable end walls,
walls enclosing a mansard roof and
skylight shafts.
Accessible. Admitting close approach as a
result of not being guarded by locked
doors, elevation or other effective
means (see "Readily Accessible").
Addition. An extension or increase in the
conditioned space floor area or height
of a building or structure.
Air Barrier. Material(s) assembled and
joined together to provide a barrier to
air leakage through the building enve-
lope. An air barrier may be a single ma-
terial or a combination of materials.
Alteration. Any construction or renovation
to an existing structure other than re-
pair or addition that requires a permit.
Also, a change in a mechanical system
that involves an extension, addition or
change to the arrangement, type or
purpose of the original installation that
requires a permit.
Approved. Approval by the code official as
a result of investigation and tests con-
ducted by him or her, or by reason of
accepted principles or tests by national-
ly recognized organizations.
Automatic. Self-acting, operating by its own
mechanism when actuated by some
impersonal influence, as, for example,
a change in current strength, pressure,
temperature or mechanical configura-
tion (see "Manual").
Basement Wall. A wall 50 percent or more
below grade and enclosing conditioned
space.
Building. Any structure used or intended for
supporting or sheltering any use or oc-
cupancy.
Building Official. See “Code Official”.
Building Thermal Envelope. The basement
walls, exterior walls, floor, roof, and any
other building element that enclose
conditioned space. This boundary also
includes the boundary between condi-
tioned space and any exempt or un-
conditioned space.
C-Factor (Thermal Conductance). The co-
efficient of heat transmission (surface
to surface) through a building compo-
nent or assembly, equal to the time rate
of heat flow per unit area and the unit
temperature difference between the
warm side and cold side surfaces
(Btu/h ft2 x oF) [W/(m2 x K)].
Code Official. The officer or other desig-
nated authority charged with the admin-
istration and enforcement of this code,
or a duly authorized representative.
Any reference to “building official” in
this code refers to “code official”.
Commercial Building. For this code, all
buildings that are not included in the
definition of "Residential Buildings."
Conditioned Floor Area. The horizontal
projection of the floors associated with
the conditioned space.
Conditioned Space. An area or room within
a building being heated or cooled, con-
taining uninsulated ducts, or with a
fixed opening directly into an adjacent
conditioned space.
Crawl Space Wall. The opaque portion of a
wall that encloses a crawl space and is
partially or totally below grade.
Curtain Wall. Fenestration products used
to create an external no-load-bearing
wall that is designed to separate the
exterior and interior environments.
Daylight Zone.
1. Under Skylights. The area under
skylights whose horizontal dimen-
sion, in each direction, is equal to
the skylight dimension in that direc-
tion plus either the floor-to ceiling
height or the dimension to a ceiling
height opaque partition, or one-half
the distance to adjacent skylights or
vertical fenestration, whichever is
least.
2. Adjacent To Vertical Fenestration.
The area adjacent to vertical fenes-
tration which receives daylight
through the fenestration. For pur-
poses of this definition and unless
more detailed analysis is provided,
the daylight zone depth is assumed
to extend into the space a distance
of 15 feet (4572 mm) or to the
nearest ceiling height opaque parti-
tion, whichever is less. The daylight
zone width is assumed to be the
width of the window plus 2 feet
(610 mm) on each side, or the win-
dow width plus the distance to an
opaque partition, or the window
Book 146 Regular Session, June 6, 2016 221
width plus one-half the distance to
adjacent skylight or vertical fenes-
tration, whichever is least.
Demand Control Ventilation (DCV). A ven-
tilation system capability that provides
for the automatic reduction of outdoor
air intake below design rates when the
actual occupancy of spaces served by
the system is less than design occu-
pancy.
Duct. A tube or conduit utilized for convey-
ing air. The air passages of self-
contained systems are not to be con-
strued as air ducts.
Duct System. A continuous passageway
for the transmission of air that, in addi-
tion to ducts, includes duct fittings,
dampers, plenums, fans and accessory
air-handling equipment and appliances.
Dwelling Unit. A single unit providing com-
plete independent living facilities for
one or more persons, including perma-
nent provisions for living, sleeping, eat-
ing, cooking and sanitation.
Economizer, Air. A duct and damper ar-
rangement and automatic control sys-
tem that allows a cooling system to
supply outside air to reduce or elimi-
nate the need for mechanical cooling
during mild or cold weather.
Economizer, Water. A system where the
supply air of a cooling system is cooled
indirectly with water that is itself cooled
by heat or mass transfer to the envi-
ronment without the use of mechanical
cooling.
Energy Analysis. A method for estimating
the annual energy use of the proposed
design and standard reference design
based on estimates of energy use.
Energy Cost. The total estimated annual
cost for purchased energy for the build-
ing functions regulated by this code, in-
cluding applicable demand charges.
Energy Recovery Ventilation System. Sys-
tems that employ air-to-air heat ex-
changers to recover energy from ex-
haust air for the purpose of preheating,
precooling, humidifying or dehumidify-
ing outdoor ventilation air prior to sup-
plying the air to a space, either directly
or as part of an HVAC system.
Energy Simulation Tool. An approved soft-
ware program or calculation-based
methodology that projects the annual
energy use of a building.
Entrance Door. Fenestration products used
for ingress, egress and access in non-
residential buildings, including, but not
limited to, exterior entrances that utilize
latching hardware and automatic clos-
ers and contain over 50-percent glass
specifically designed to withstand
heavy use and possibly abuse.
Exterior Wall. Walls including both above-
grade walls and basement walls.
F-Factor. The perimeter heat loss factor for
slab-on-grade floors (Btu/h x ft x OF)
[W/(m x K)].
Fan Brake Horsepower (BHP). The horse-
power delivered to the fan's shaft.
Brake horsepower does not include the
mechanical drive losses (belts, gears,
etc.).
Fan System BHP. The sum of the fan
brake horsepower of all fans that are
required to operate at fan system de-
sign conditions to supply air from the
heating or cooling source to the condi-
tioned spacers and return it to the
source or exhaust it to the outdoors.
Fan System Design Conditions. Operating
conditions that can be expected to oc-
cur during normal system operation
that result in the highest supply fan air-
flow rate to conditioned spaces served
by the system.
Fan System Motor Nameplate HP. The
sum of the motor nameplate horse-
power of all fans that are required to
operate at design conditions to supply
air from the heating or cooling source
to the conditioned spacers and return it
to the source or exhaust it to the out-
doors.
Fenestration. Skylights, roof windows, ver-
tical windows (fixed or moveable),
opaque doors, glazed doors, glazed
block and combination opaque/glazed
doors. Fenestration includes products
with glass and nonglass glazing mate-
rials.
Gambling Facility - Back Of House. Areas
of a gambling structure or moored
barge and associated hotel, meeting,
entertainment or recreation spaces that
are only accessible to authorized per-
sonnel and not to the general public
and guests, such as employee and de-
livery entrances, employee lounges
and dining areas, administrative offices
and meeting rooms, maintenance are-
as, storage rooms, service corridors,
etc.
Gambling Facility - Front Of House. Areas
of gambling structure or moored barge
and associated hotel, meeting, enter-
tainment or recreation spaces that are
physically accessible or visible to the
general public and guests, such as the
exterior facades, landscaping, entries,
lobbies, guestroom corridors, porte co-
cheres, retail shops, restaurants, thea-
ters, gaming areas, guest conference
Book 146 Regular Session, June 6, 2016 222
and meeting rooms, other areas of en-
tertainment or recreation, etc.
Heat Trap. An arrangement of piping and
fittings, such as elbows, or a commer-
cially available heat trap that prevents
thermosyphoning of hot water during
standby periods.
Heated Slab. Slab-on-grade construction in
which the heating elements, hydronic
tubing, or hot air distribution system is
in contact with, or placed within or un-
der, the slab.
Humidistat. A regulatory device, actuated
by changes in humidity, used for auto-
matic control of relative humidity.
IDGH-Efficacy Lamps. Compact fluores-
cent lamps, T-8 or smaller diameter lin-
ear fluorescent lamps, or lamps with a
minimum efficacy of:
1. 60 lumens per watt for lamps over 40
watts,
2. 50 lumens per watt for lamps over 15
watts to 40 watts, and
3. 40 lumens per watt for lamps 15
watts or less.
Infiltration. The uncontrolled inward air
leakage into a building caused by the
pressure effects of wind or the effect of
differences in the indoor and outdoor
air density or both.
Insulating Sheathing. An insulating board
with a core material having a minimum
R-value of R-2.
Kitchen Display. A substantially open cook-
ing and food preparation facility, locat-
ed in the front-of-house dining
room/lounge area specifically for the
purpose of demonstrating the function
of food and drink preparation.
Labeled. Equipment, materials or products
to which have been affixed a label,
seal, symbol or other identifying mark
of a nationally recognized testing la-
boratory, inspection agency or other
organization concerned with product
evaluation that maintains periodic in-
spection of the production of the above-
labeled items and whose labeling indi-
cates either that the equipment, mate-
rial or product meets identified stand-
ards or has been tested and found
suitable for a specified purpose.
Listed. Equipment, materials, products or
services included in a list published by
an organization acceptable to the code
official and concerned with evaluation
of products or services that maintains
periodic inspection of production of
listed equipment or materials or period-
ic evaluation of services and whose list-
ing states either that the equipment,
material, product or service meets iden-
tified standards or has been tested and
found suitable for a specified purpose.
Low-Voltage Lighting. Lighting equipment
powered through a transformer such as
a cable conductor, a rail conductor and
track lighting.
Manual. Capable of being operated by per-
sonal intervention (see "Automatic").
Nameplate Horsepower. The nominal mo-
tor horsepower rating stamped on the
motor nameplate.
Proposed Design. A description of the pro-
posed building used to estimate annual
energy use for determining compliance
based on total building performance.
R-Value (Thermal Resistance). The in-
verse of the time rate of heat flow
through a body from one of its bound-
ing surfaces to the other surface for a
unit temperature difference between
the two surfaces, under steady state
conditions, per unit area (h . ftz °FIBtu)
[(m2K)/W].
Readily Accessible. Capable of being
reached quickly for operation, renewal
or inspection without requiring those to
whom ready access is requisite to
climb over or remove obstacles or to
resort to portable ladders or access
equipment (see "Accessible").
Repair. The reconstruction or renewal of
any part of an existing building.
Residential Building. For this code, in-
cludes R-3 buildings, as well as R-2
and R-4 buildings three stories or less
in height above grade.
Roof Assembly. A system designed to pro-
vide weather protection and resistance
to design loads. The system consists of
a roof covering and roof deck or a sin-
gle component serving as both the roof
covering and the roof deck. A roof as-
sembly includes the roof covering, un-
derlayment, roof deck, insulation, vapor
retarder and interior finish.
Screw Lamp Holders. A lamp base that re-
quires a screw-in-type lamp, such as a
compact-fluorescent, incandescent, or
tungsten-halogen bulb.
Service Water Heating. Supply of hot water
for purposes other than comfort heat-
ing.
Skylight. Glass or other transparent or
translucent glazing material installed at
a slope of 15 degrees (0.26 rad) or
more from vertical. Glazing material in
skylights, including unit skylights, solar-
iums, sunrooms, roofs and sloped walls
is included in this definition.
Sleeping Unit. A room or space in which
people sleep, which can also include
permanent provisions for living, eating,
and either sanitation or kitchen facilities
Book 146 Regular Session, June 6, 2016 223
but not both. Such rooms and spaces
that are also part of a dwelling unit are
not sleeping units.
Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC). The
ratio of the solar heat gain entering the
space through the fenestration assem-
bly to the incident solar radiation. Solar
heat gain includes directly transmitted
solar heat and absorbed solar radiation
which is then reradiated, conducted or
convected into the space.
Standard Reference Design. A version of
the proposed design that meets the
minimum requirements of this code and
is used to determine the maximum an-
nual energy use requirement for com-
pliance based on total building perfor-
mance.
Storefront. A nonresidential system of
doors and windows mulled as a com-
posite fenestration structure that has
been designed to resist heavy use.
Storefront systems include, but are not
limited to, exterior fenestration systems
that span from the floor level or above
to the ceiling of the same story on
commercial buildings.
Sunroom. A one-story structure attached to
a dwelling with a glazing area in excess
of 40 percent of the gross area of the
structure's exterior walls and roof.
Thermal Isolation. Physical and space
conditioning separation from condi-
tioned space(s). The conditioned
space(s) shall be controlled as sepa-
rate zones for heating and cooling or
conditioned by separate equipment.
Thermostat. An automatic control device
used to maintain temperature at a fixed
or adjustable set point.
U-Factor (Thermal Transmittance). The
coefficient of heat transmission (air to
air) through a building component or
assembly, equal to the time rate of heat
flow per unit area and unit temperature
difference between the warm side and
cold side airfilms (Btu/h . ft2 . OF)
(W/(m2 . K»).
Ventilation. The natural or mechanical pro-
cess of supplying conditioned or un-
conditioned air to, or removing such air
from, any space.
Ventilation Air. That portion of supply air
that comes from outside (outdoors)
plus any recirculated air that has been
treated to maintain the desired quality
of air within a designated space.
Zone. A space or group of spaces within a
building with heating or cooling re-
quirements that are sufficiently similar
so that desired conditions can be main-
tained throughout using a single con-
trolling device.
R402.4.1.2 Testing. Deleted.
R403.2 Hot Water Boiler Outdoor Temper-
ature Setback. Deleted.
R403.3.3 Duct Testing (Mandatory). Delet-
ed
R403.3.5 Building Cavities (Mandatory).
Deleted.
C501.4 Compliance. Amended to read:
C501.4 Compliance.
Alterations, repairs, additions and changes
of occupancy to, or relocation of, exist-
ing buildings and structures shall com-
ply with the provisions for alterations,
repairs, additions and changes of oc-
cupancy or relocation, respectively, in
the following International Codes
adopted by the City of Dubuque in Title
14, Chapter 1: International Building
Code, International Fire Code, Interna-
tional Fuel Gas Code, International
Mechanical Code, International Plumb-
ing Code, International Property
Maintenance Code, as well as NFPA
70.
Section 3. This Ordinance takes effect July
1, 2016.
Passed, approved, and adopted the 6th day
of June, 2016.
/s/Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: /s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Published officially in the Telegraph Herald
newspaper on the 24th day of June, 2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
OFFICIAL PUBLICATION
ORDINANCE NO. 23-16
AMENDING CITY OF DUBUQUE CODE OF
ORDINANCES TITLE 14 BUILDING AND
DEVELOPMENT, CHAPTER 1 BUILDING
CODES, ARTICLE E FIRE CODE AND REG-
ULATIONS, SECTIONS 14-1E-1 INTERNA-
TIONAL FIRE CODE ADOPTED AND 14-1E-
2 INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE AMEND-
MENTS BY REPEALING SUCH SECTIONS
AND ENACTING NEW SECTIONS IN LIEU
THEREOF ADOPTING THE 2015 INTERNA-
TIONAL FIRE CODE
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. Section 14-1E-1 of the City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances is
amended by repealing Section 14-1E-1
and enacting a new Section 14-1E-1 in
lieu thereof as follows:
14-1E-1: INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE
ADOPTED:
Except as hereinafter added to, deleted,
modified or amended, the international
fire code, 2015 edition, as promulgated
by the International Code Council, is
hereby adopted by reference from the
effective date hereof.
Book 146 Regular Session, June 6, 2016 224
A copy of the international fire code, 2015
edition, is on file at the Fire Headquar-
ters for public inspection.
Section 2. Section 14-1E-2 of the City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances is
amended by repealing Section 14-1E-2
and enacting the following additions,
deletions, modifications, or amend-
ments of the International Fire Code,
2015 Edition, adopted in Section 14-
1E-1 to read as follows:
The following additions, deletions, modifi-
cations, or amendments of the interna-
tional fire code, 2015 edition, adopted
in section 14-1E-1 of this article read as
follows:
Section 102.6 Historic Buildings. Amended
to read:
Section 102.6 Historic Buildings. Re-
pairs, alterations and additions
necessary for the preservation, res-
toration, rehabilitation, continued
use or change of use of a historic
building may be made in compli-
ance with the provisions of the uni-
form code for building conservation
(UCBC) or title 14, chapter 5 of the
city of Dubuque code of ordinances.
Where, in any specific case, different
sections of this code specify differ-
ent materials, methods of construc-
tion or other requirements, the most
restrictive shall govern. Where
there is a conflict between a gen-
eral requirement and a specific re-
quirement, the specific requirement
shall be applicable.
Wherever in this code reference is
made to the appendix, the provi-
sions in the appendix shall not ap-
ply unless specifically adopted.
Section 105 Permits. Amended to read:
Section 105 Permits Required. It shall
be unlawful for any person, firm or
corporation to use a building or
premises or engage in any activities
for which a permit is required by the
code of ordinances without first
having obtained such permit.
Section 108.1 through 108.3 replaced with
City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances
Section 14-1A-6.
Section 109.3 Notice of Violation. Deleted.
Section 202. Definitions. Inclusion of “Code
Official”:
CODE OFFICIAL. The officer or other des-
ignated authority charged with the ad-
ministration and enforcement of this
code, or a duly authorized representa-
tive. Any reference to “OFFICIAL” in
this code refers to “CODE OFFICIAL”.
Section 308.1.6.3 Sky Lanterns. Amended
to read:
308.1.6.3 Sky lanterns. A person shall
not release or cause to be released
unmanned free floating devices
containing an open flame or other
heat source, such as but not limited
to a sky lantern.
Section 311.1.1 Abandoned Premises.
Amended to read:
311.1.1 Abandoned premises. Build-
ings, structures and premises for
which an owner cannot be identified
or located by dispatch of a certifi-
cate of mailing to the last known or
registered address, which persis-
tently or repeatedly become unpro-
tected or unsecured, which have
been occupied by unauthorized
persons or for illegal purposes, or
which present a danger of structural
collapse or fire spread to adjacent
properties shall be considered
abandoned, declared unsafe and
abated by demolition or rehabilita-
tion in accordance with the Interna-
tional Property Maintenance Code
and the International Building Code
as they are adopted by the City of
Dubuque in Title 14, Chapter 1.
Section 505 Premises Identification.
Amended to read:
505.1 Address identification. New and
existing buildings shall be provided
with approved address identifica-
tion. The address identification shall
be legible and placed in a position
that is visible from the street or road
fronting the property. Address iden-
tification characters shall contrast
with their background. Address
numbers shall be Arabic numbers
or alphabetical letters. Numbers
shall not be spelled out. Each char-
acter shall be not less than 4 inches
(102 mm) high with a minimum
stroke width of 1/2 inch (12.7 mm).
Where required by the fire code of-
ficial, address identification shall be
provided in additional approved lo-
cations to facilitate emergency re-
sponse. Where access is by means
of a private road and the building
cannot be viewed from the public
way, a monument, pole or other
sign or means shall be used to
identify the structure. Address iden-
tification shall be maintained.
Interior room numbers. New and exist-
ing buildings shall have an ap-
proved room and suite numbers
identification placed in positions
that are plainly legible and visible.
Numbers shall contrast with their
background.
Book 146 Regular Session, June 6, 2016 225
505.2 Street or road signs. Streets and
roads shall be identified with ap-
proved signs. Temporary signs
shall be installed at each street in-
tersection when construction of new
roadways allows passage by vehi-
cles. Signs shall be of an approved
size, weather resistant and be
maintained until replaced by per-
manent signs.
Section 506.1 Where Required. Amended
to read:
506.1 Where required. An approved
key box shall be required on all
commercial structures that contain
off-site monitored fire alarm and/or
sprinkler systems or where access
to or within a structure or an area is
restricted because of secured open-
ings. Where immediate access is
necessary for life-saving or fire-
fighting purposes, the fire code offi-
cial is authorized to require a key
box to be installed in an approved
location. The key box shall be of an
approved type listed in accordance
with UL 1037, and shall contain
keys to gain necessary access as
required by the fire code official.
Section 609.2 Where Required. Amended
to read:
609.2 Where required. A Type I hood
shall be installed and maintained at
or above all commercial cooking
appliances and domestic cooking
appliances used for commercial
purposes that produce grease va-
pors, including but not limited to
cooking equipment used in fixed,
mobile, or temporary concessions,
such as trucks, buses, trailers, pa-
vilions, or any form of roofed enclo-
sure, as required by the fire code
official.
Additionally, fuel gas and power pro-
vided for such cooking appliances
shall be interlocked with the extin-
guishing system, as required by
Section 904.12.2. Fuel gas contain-
ers and piping/hose shall be proper-
ly maintained in good working order
and in accordance with all applica-
ble regulations.
Exception: A Type I hood shall not be
required for an electric cooking ap-
pliance where an approved testing
agency provides documentation
that the appliance effluent contains
5 mg/m3 or less of grease when
tested at an exhaust flow rate of
500 cfm (0.236 m3/s) in accordance
with UL 710B.
Section 903.3.1.1.1 Exempt Locations.
Amended to read:
903.3.1.1.1 Exempt locations. Automat-
ic sprinklers shall not be required in
the following rooms or areas where
such rooms or areas are protected
with an approved automatic fire de-
tection system in accordance with
Section 907.2 that will respond to
visible or invisible particles of com-
bustion. Sprinklers shall not be
omitted from a room merely be-
cause it is damp, of fire-resistance-
rated construction or contains elec-
trical equipment.
1. A room where the application of
water, or flame and water, con-
stitutes a serious life or fire haz-
ard.
2. A room or space where sprin-
klers are considered undesira-
ble because of the nature of the
contents, where approved by
the fire code official.
3. Generator and transformer
rooms separated from the re-
mainder of the building by walls
and floor/ceiling or roof/ceiling
assemblies having a fire-
resistance rating of not less than
2 hours.
4. Rooms or areas that are of non-
combustible construction with
wholly noncombustible contents.
5. Fire service access elevator ma-
chine rooms and machinery
spaces.
6. Automatic sprinklers shall not be
installed in elevator machine
rooms, elevator machine spac-
es, and elevator hoistways other
than pits where such sprinklers
would not necessitate shunt trip
requirements under any circum-
stances. Storage shall not be al-
lowed within the elevator ma-
chine room. Signage shall be
provided at the entry doors to
the elevator machine room indi-
cating “ELEVATOR MACHIN-
ERY-NO STORAGE AL-
LOWED”.
Section 1028.5 Access to a Public Way.
Amended to read:
1028.5 Access to a public way. The exit
discharge pathway shall be paved
and provide a direct and unob-
structed access to a public way.
Exception: Where access to a public
way cannot be provided, a safe dis-
persal area shall be provided where
all of the following are met:
Book 146 Regular Session, June 6, 2016 226
1. The area shall be of a size to ac-
commodate not less than 5
square feet (0.46 m2) for each
person.
2. The area shall be located on the
same lot not less than 50 feet
(15 240 mm) away from the
building requiring egress.
3. The area shall be permanently
maintained and identified as a
safe dispersal area.
4. The area shall be provided with a
safe and unobstructed path of
travel from the building.
Section 1103.8.1 Where Required.
Amended to read:
1103.8.1 Where required. Existing
Group I-1 and R occupancies shall
be provided with single-station
smoke alarms in accordance with
Section 907.2.11. Interconnection
and power sources shall be in ac-
cordance with Sections 1103.8.2
and 1103.8.3, respectively.
Exceptions:
1. Where smoke detectors con-
nected to a fire alarm system have
been installed as a substitute for
smoke alarms.
Appendix A – Do Not Adopt
Appendix B – Adopt
Appendix C – Adopt
Appendix D – Adopt
Appendix E – Do Not Adopt
Appendix F – Do Not Adopt
Appendix G – Do Not Adopt
Appendix H – Do Not Adopt
Appendix I – Do Not Adopt
Appendix J – Do Not Adopt
Appendix K – Do Not Adopt
Appendix L – Do Not Adopt
Appendix M – Do Not Adopt
Section 3. This Ordinance takes effect July
1, 2016.
Passed, approved, and adopted the 6th day
of June, 2016.
/s/Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: /s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Published officially in the Telegraph Herald
newspaper on the 24th day of June, 2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
OFFICIAL PUBLICATION
ORDINANCE NO. 24-16
AMENDING CITY OF DUBUQUE CODE OF
ORDINANCES TITLE 14 BUILDING AND
DEVELOPMENT, CHAPTER 1 BUILDING
CODES, ARTICLE G FUEL GAS CODE,
SECTIONS 14-1G-1 FUEL GAS CODE
ADOPTED AND 14-1G-2 FUEL GAS CODE
AMENDMENTS BY REPEALING SUCH
SECTIONS AND ENACTING NEW SEC-
TIONS IN LIEU THEREOF ADOPTING THE
2015 FUEL GAS CODE
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. Section 14-1G-1 of the City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances is amended by
repealing Section 14-1G-1 and enacting a new
Section 14-1G-1 in lieu thereof as follows:
14-1G-1: FUEL GAS CODE ADOPTED:
Except as hereinafter added to, deleted,
modified or amended, there is hereby adopted
by reference as the fuel gas code of the city
that certain fuel gas code known as the inter-
national fuel gas code, 2015 edition, as pre-
pared and edited by the International Code
Council (ICC), and the provisions of such fuel
gas code shall be controlling for the installa-
tion, maintenance and use of fuel gas piping
systems, fuel gas utilization equipment, gase-
ous hydrogen systems and related accesso-
ries within the corporate limits of the city and
shall be known as the Dubuque fuel gas code.
A copy of the international fuel gas code, 2015
edition, as adopted, shall be on file in the office
of the city clerk for public inspection.
Section 2. Section 14-1G-2 of the City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances is amended by
repealing Section 14-1G-2 and enacting the
following additions, deletions, modifications, or
amendments of the Fuel Gas Code, 2015 Edi-
tion, adopted in Section 14-1G-1 to read as
follows:
14-1G-2: FUEL GAS CODE AMEND-
MENTS:
The following additions, deletions, modifi-
cations, or amendments of the international
fuel gas code, 2015 edition, adopted in section
14-1G-1 of this article to read as follows:
Section 108.2 Amended to read:
Notice of violation. The code official shall
serve a notice of violation or order to
the person responsible for the erection,
installation, alteration, extension, re-
pair, removal or demolition of work in
violation of the provisions of this code,
or in violation of a detail statement or
the approved construction documents
thereunder, or in violation of a permit or
certificate issued under the provisions
of this code. Such order shall direct the
discontinuance of the illegal action or
condition and the abatement of the vio-
lation.
A notice of violation is not required in every
situation and city staff may issue a mu-
nicipal infraction without previously is-
suing a notice of violation.
Sections 109.1 through 109.7 replaced
with City of Dubuque Code of Ordi-
nances Section 14-1F-4.
Book 146 Regular Session, June 6, 2016 227
Section 202. General Definitions. Amend-
ment to “Building Official” and inclusion
of “Code Official”:
BUILDING OFFICIAL. See “CODE OFFI-
CIAL”.
CODE OFFICIAL. The officer or other des-
ignated authority charged with the ad-
ministration and enforcement of this
code, or a duly authorized representa-
tive. Any reference to “BUILDING OF-
FICIAL” in this code refers to “CODE
OFFICIAL”.
Section 406.4.1 Test Pressure and 406.4.2
Test Duration are deleted and replaced
with the following:
The test pressure to be used shall be 15
psi for 15 minutes with a 30 psi gauge
maximum one pound increments on all
natural and LP fuel gas piping systems
of 2 psi or less. For fuel piping systems
greater than 2 psi the test pressure
shall be 50 psi for 30 minutes with a
100 psi gauge maximum 2 pound in-
crements.
Appendix A – Adopt
Appendix B – Adopt
Appendix C – Do Not Adopt
Appendix D – Do Not Adopt
Section 3. This Ordinance takes effect July
1, 2016.
Passed, approved, and adopted the 6th day
of June, 2016.
/s/Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: /s/Kevin Firnstahl, City Clerk
Published officially in the Telegraph Herald
newspaper on the 24th day of June, 2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
OFFICIAL PUBLICATION
ORDINANCE NO. 25-16
AMENDING CITY OF DUBUQUE CODE OF
ORDINANCES TITLE 14 BUILDING AND
DEVELOPMENT, CHAPTER 1 BUILDING
CODES, ARTICLE F MECHANICAL CODE,
SECTIONS 14-1F-1 INTERNATIONAL ME-
CHANICAL CODE ADOPTED AND 14-1F-2
INTERNATIONAL MECHANICAL CODE
AMENDMENTS BY REPEALING SUCH
SECTIONS AND ENACTING NEW SEC-
TIONS IN LIEU THEREOF ADOPTING THE
2015 INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE
AND BY ADOPTING A NEW SECTION 14-
1F-4 ESTABLISHING THE MECHANICAL
AND PLUMBING CODE BOARD AND
PROVIDING FOR THE POWERS, OPERA-
TION, MEMBERSHIP, AND MEETINGS
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. Section 14-1F-1 of the City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances is amended by
repealing Section 14-1F-1 and enacting a new
Section 14-1F-1 in lieu thereof as follows:
14-1F-1: INTERNATIONAL MECHANICAL
CODE ADOPTED:
Except as hereinafter added to, deleted,
modified or amended, there is hereby adopted
by reference as the mechanical code of the
city that certain mechanical code known as the
international mechanical code, 2015 edition,
and the provisions of such mechanical code
shall be controlling for the installation, mainte-
nance and use of heating, ventilating, cooling,
refrigeration systems, incinerators and other
miscellaneous heat producing appliances with-
in the corporate limits of the city and shall be
known as the Dubuque mechanical code. A
copy of the international mechanical code,
2015 edition, as adopted, shall be on file in the
office of the city clerk for public inspection.
Section 2. Section 14-1F-2 of the City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances is amended by
repealing Section 14-1F-2 and enacting the
following additions, deletions, modifications, or
amendments of the International Mechanical
Code, 2015 Edition, adopted in Section 14-1F-
1 to read as follows:
14-1F-2: INTERNATIONAL MECHANICAL
CODE AMENDMENTS:
The following additions, deletions, modifi-
cations, or amendments of the international
mechanical code, 2015 edition, adopted in
section 14-1F-1 of this article to read as fol-
lows:
Section 108 Violations. Amended to read:
Section 108. Violations And Penalties.
It shall be unlawful for any person,
firm, or corporation to erect, con-
struct, enlarge, alter, repair, move,
improve, remove, convert, or de-
molish, equip, use, occupy, or
maintain any building or structure or
cause or permit the same to be
done in violation of this code.
The doing of any act, or the omission of
any act, declared to be unlawful by
this code, or any code or ordinance
herein adopted by reference shall
be deemed a separate offense for
each and every day or portion
thereof during which any such un-
lawful act is committed, continued
or permitted and upon conviction
shall be punishable as provided in
title 1 of the code of ordinances.
The penalty herein provided shall
be cumulative with and in addition
to the revocation, cancellation or
forfeiture of any license or permit
elsewhere in this code provided for
violation thereof.
A notice of violation is not required in
every situation and city staff may
issue a municipal infraction without
previously issuing a notice of viola-
tion.
Book 146 Regular Session, June 6, 2016 228
Section 109 Means of Appeal. Amended to
read:
See City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances
Section 14-1F-4.
Section 202. Definitions. Amendment to
“Building Official” and inclusion of
“Code Official”:
BUILDING OFFICIAL. See “CODE OFFI-
CIAL”.
CODE OFFICIAL. The officer or other des-
ignated authority charged with the ad-
ministration and enforcement of this
code, or a duly authorized representa-
tive. Any reference to “BUILDING OF-
FICIAL” in this code refers to “CODE
OFFICIAL”.
Section 3. Title 14, Chapter 1, Article F of
the City of Dubuque Code of Ordinanc-
es is amended by adding the following
Section 14-1F-4:
14-1F-4: MECHANICAL AND PLUMBING
CODE BOARD:
A. Board Created: In order to hear and
decide appeals of orders, decisions,
or determinations made by the code
official relative to the application
and interpretation of this code,
there shall be and is hereby created
a Mechanical and Plumbing Code
Board. The Mechanical and Plumb-
ing Code Board shall be appointed
by the City Council and shall hold
office at its pleasure.
B. Membership: The Mechanical and
Plumbing Code Board shall consist
of seven (7) residents of the city,
appointed by the City Council for a
term of three (3) years or until such
member's successor is appointed
and qualified. Vacancies must be
filled in the same manner as origi-
nal appointments.
1. Special Qualifications. The Me-
chanical and Plumbing Code
Board shall consist of seven (7)
individuals eighteen (18) years
of age or older, from each of the
following professions or disci-
plines:
a. Two (2) at-large members;
b. Five (5) members who pos-
sess a minimum of one of
the following requirements:
minimum of five (5) years
working experience in the
plumbing or mechanical
trade, hold a state certifica-
tion as a mechanical or
plumbing contractor, li-
censed mechanical or hy-
draulic engineer, or any
combination thereof.
C. Oath: Each person, upon appoint-
ment or reappointment to the board,
must execute an oath of office at
the first meeting of the board follow-
ing appointment or reappointment
or at the city clerk's office any time
prior to the first meeting of the
board following the appointment or
reappointment.
D. Officers/Organization: The board
must choose annually a chairper-
son and vice-chairperson, each to
serve a term of one (1) year. The
code official is the secretary of the
board. The board must fill a vacan-
cy among its officers for the re-
mainder of the officer’s unexpired
term.
E. Compensation: Members serve
without compensation, provided
that they may receive reimburse-
ment for necessary travel and other
expenses while on official board
business within the limits estab-
lished in the city administrative poli-
cies and budget.
F. Disqualification of Member: A mem-
ber shall not hear an appeal in
which that member has a personal,
professional, or financial interest.
G. Application for Appeal:
1. Any person affected by a deci-
sion of the code official or a no-
tice or order issued under this
code shall have the right to ap-
peal to the Mechanical and
Plumbing Code Board, provided
a written application for appeal
is filed within twenty (20) days
after the day the decision, no-
tice, or order was served.
2. An application for appeal shall be
based on a claim that the true
intent of this code or the rules
legally adopted thereunder have
been incorrectly interpreted, the
provisions of this code do not
fully apply, or an equally good or
better form of construction is
proposed.
H. Limitations on Authority (Board
Powers):
1. The board has the following
powers, duties, and responsibili-
ties:
a. To advise the city council on
all mechanical and plumbing
code regulations and proce-
dures.
b. To serve as an appeal body
for the decisions of the code
official or the code official’s
designee.
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c. To provide for reasonable in-
terpretations of the mechan-
ical and plumbing code.
The Mechanical and Plumbing
Code Board of Appeals does
not have the authority to
waive the requirements of
this code.
I. Notice of Meeting: The board shall
meet upon notice from the chair-
man, within not less than ten (10)
days and not more than sixty (60)
days of the filing of an appeal, at
stated periodic meetings, or at the
written request of a majority of the
members.
J. Open Hearing:
1. Hearings before the board shall
be open to the public and in
compliance with the provisions
of the Iowa open meetings law.
2. The appellant, the appellant’s
representative, the code official,
and any person whose interests
are affected shall be given an
opportunity to be heard.
K. Hearing Procedure:
1. The board shall adopt and make
available to the public through
the secretary procedures under
which a hearing will be conduct-
ed. The procedures shall not re-
quire compliance with strict
rules of evidence, but shall
mandate that only relevant in-
formation be received.
2. A quorum shall consist of a min-
imum of two-thirds (2/3) of the
board membership.
3. Members of the board shall at-
tend at least two-thirds (2/3) of
all regularly scheduled and held
meetings within a twelve (12)
month period. If any member
does not attend such prescribed
number of meetings, it shall
constitute grounds for the board
to recommend to the city council
that the member be replaced.
The attendance of all members
shall be entered upon the
minutes of all meetings.
4. The code official shall file with
the city council a copy of the
minutes of each meeting of the
board within ten (10) working
days after each such meeting.
5. All administrative, personnel, ac-
counting, budgetary, and pro-
curement policies of the city
shall govern the board in its op-
erations.
6. Removal: The city council may
remove any member for cause
upon written charges and after a
public hearing.
L. Postponed Hearing: Either the city or
the appellant may request a post-
ponement of a hearing subject to
the approval of the code official. In
no event may a postponement ex-
ceed ninety (90) days beyond the
date of the appeal.
M. Board Decision on Appeals: The
board may, by majority vote, affirm,
modify, or reverse the decision of
the code official.
N. Resolution: The decision of the
board shall be by resolution. A writ-
ten copy shall be furnished to the
appellant and placed in city records.
O. Administration: The code official
shall take immediate action in ac-
cordance with the decision of the
board.
P. Court Review: Any person, whether
or not a previous party to the ap-
peal, shall have the right to apply to
the appropriate court for a writ of
certiorari to correct errors of law.
Application for review shall be
made in the manner and time re-
quired by law following the filing of
the decision in the office of the code
official chief administrative officer.
Q. Stays of Enforcement: Appeals of
notice and orders (other than Immi-
nent Danger notices) shall stay the
enforcement of the notice and order
until the appeal is heard by the ap-
peals board.
Section 4. The current terms for members
of the Mechanical Code Board are converted
into terms on the Mechanical and Plumbing
Code Board, with the same term expiration.
Section 5. This Ordinance takes effect July
1, 2016.
Passed, approved, and adopted the 6th day
of June, 2016.
/s/Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: /s/Kevin Firnstahl, City Clerk
Published officially in the Telegraph Herald
newspaper on the 24th day of June, 2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
OFFICIAL PUBLICATION
ORDINANCE NO. 26-16
AMENDING CITY OF DUBUQUE CODE OF
ORDINANCES TITLE 14 BUILDING AND
DEVELOPMENT, CHAPTER 1 BUILDING
CODES, ARTICLE H PLUMBING CODE,
SECTIONS 14-1H-1 INTERNATIONAL
PLUMBING CODE ADOPTED AND 14-1H-2
INTERNATIONAL PLUMBING CODE
AMENDMENTS BY REPEALING SUCH
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SECTIONS AND ENACTING NEW SEC-
TIONS IN LIEU THEREOF ADOPTING THE
2015 INTERNATIONAL PLUMBING CODE
AND BY REPEALING SECTION 14-1H-7
PLUMBING CODE BOARD AND ENACTING
A NEW SECTION 14-1H-7 MECHANICAL
AND PLUMBING CODE BOARD PROVIDING
FOR THE POWERS, OPERATION, MEM-
BERSHIP AND MEETINGS
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. Section 14-1H-1 of the City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances is amended by
repealing Section 14-1H-1 and enacting a new
Section 14-1H-1 in lieu thereof as follows:
14-1H-1: INTERNATIONAL PLUMBING
CODE ADOPTED:
Except as hereinafter added to, deleted,
modified or amended, there is hereby adopted
by reference as the plumbing code of the city
that certain plumbing code known as the inter-
national plumbing code, 2015 edition, pub-
lished by the International Code Council, and
the provisions of such plumbing code shall be
controlling for the installation, alteration, repair,
relocation, replacement, addition to and use or
maintenance of plumbing equipment and sys-
tems in all matters covered by such plumbing
code within the corporate limits of the city and
shall be known as the Dubuque plumbing
code. A copy of the international plumbing
code, 2015 edition, as adopted, shall be on file
in the office of the city clerk for public inspec-
tion.
Section 2. Section 14-1H-2 of the City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances is amended by
repealing Section 14-1H-2 and enacting the
following additions, deletions, modifications, or
amendments of the International Plumbing
Code, 2015 Edition, adopted in Section 14-1H-
1 to read as follows:
14-1H-2: INTERNATIONAL PLUMBING
CODE AMENDMENTS:
The following additions, deletions, modifi-
cations, or amendments of the international
plumbing code, 2015 edition, adopted in sec-
tion 14-1H-1 of this article to read as follows:
Section 103.3 Deputies. Amended to read:
Sec. 103.3. Deputies. In accordance
with prescribed procedures and
with the approval of the city man-
ager, the building official may ap-
point such number of assistants, in-
spectors, and other employees as
shall be authorized from time to
time.
Section 103.4 Liability. Amended to read:
Sec. 103.4. Liability. The building offi-
cial or authorized representative
charged with the enforcement of
this code, acting in good faith and
without malice in the discharge of
his or her duties, shall not thereby
be rendered liable for any damage
that may accrue to persons or
property as a result of any act or by
reason of any act or omission in the
discharge of his or her duties. A suit
brought against the building official
or authorized representative be-
cause of such act or omission per-
formed by him or her in the en-
forcement of any provision of this
code shall be defended by legal
counsel provided by this jurisdiction
until final termination of such pro-
ceedings.
Section 104.1 General. Amended to read:
Sec. 104.1. Administrative Authority.
The administrative authority shall
be the building official who is duly
appointed to enforce this code.
Section 104.4 Right of Entry. Amended to
read:
Sec. 104.4. Right Of Entry. Whenever it
is necessary to make an inspection
to enforce the provisions of this
code, or whenever the building offi-
cial or the building official's author-
ized representative has reasonable
cause to believe that there exists in
any building or upon any premises
any condition or violations of this
code which make the building or
premises unsafe, insanitary, dan-
gerous, or hazardous, the building
official or the building official's au-
thorized representative may enter
the building or premises at all rea-
sonable times to inspect or to per-
form the duties imposed upon the
building official by this code, pro-
vided that if such building or prem-
ises be occupied, the building offi-
cial shall present his or her creden-
tials to the occupant and request
entry. If such building or premises is
unoccupied, the building official
shall first make a reasonable effort
to locate the owner or other person
having charge or control of the
building or premises and request
entry. If entry is refused the building
official or the building official's au-
thorized representative, the building
official shall have recourse to every
remedy provided by law to secure
entry.
When the building official or the build-
ing official's authorized representa-
tive shall have first obtained a
proper inspection warrant or other
remedy provided by law to secure
entry, no owner or occupant or per-
son having charge, care, or control
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of any building or premises shall fail
or neglect, after proper request is
made as herein provided, to
promptly permit entry therein by the
building official or the building offi-
cial's authorized representative for
the purpose of inspection and ex-
amination pursuant to this code.
Section 105 Approval. Amended to read:
Sec. 105. Brazing And Welding. Braz-
ing and welding shall conform to the
applicable standards. All brazing on
medical gas systems shall be per-
formed by certified installers.
Section 106.1 When Required. Amended
to read:
Sec. 106.1. Permits Required. It shall
be unlawful for any person, firm, or
corporation to make any installa-
tion, alteration, repair, replacement,
or remodel any plumbing system
regulated by this code except as
permitted in subsection (b) of this
section, or cause the same to be
done without first obtaining a sepa-
rate plumbing permit for each sepa-
rate building or structure.
Section 106.2 Exempt Work. Amended to
read:
Sec. 106.2. Exempt Work. A plumbing
permit shall not be required for the
following:
(1) The clearing of stoppages or re-
pairing of leaks in drains, soil,
waste, or vent pipes; provided,
however, that should any con-
cealed trap, drainpipe, soil,
waste, or vent pipe be removed
and replaced with new material,
the same shall be considered as
new work and a permit shall be
procured and inspection made.
(2) The clearing of stoppages or re-
pairing of leaks in piping and/or
valves when such repairs do not
involve or require the replace-
ment or rearrangement of piping
and/or valves.
(3) The replacement of inoperable,
broken, or damaged fixtures,
faucets, or tanks; provided,
however, that replacement
items meet the requirements of
the Dubuque plumbing code.
Section 106.6 Fees. Amended to read:
Sec. 106.6. Permit Fees. The fees for
each permit shall be as set forth by
the city council.
Section 106.6.1 Work Commencing Before
Permit Issuance. Amended to read:
Sec. 106.6.1. Investigation Fees; Work
Without A Permit.
(1) Investigation. Whenever any
work for which a permit is re-
quired by this code has been
commenced without first obtain-
ing said permit, a special inves-
tigation shall be made before a
permit may be issued for such
work.
(2) Fee. An investigation fee, in ad-
dition to the permit fee, shall be
collected whether or not a per-
mit is then or subsequently is-
sued. The investigation fee shall
be equal to the amount of the
permit fee that would be re-
quired by this code if a permit
were to be issued. The payment
of such investigation fee shall
not exempt any person from
compliance with all other provi-
sions of this code nor from any
penalty prescribed by law.
Section 106.6.3 Fee Refunds. Amended to
read:
Sec. 106.6.3. Fee Refunds.
(1) The building official may author-
ize the refunding of any fee paid
hereunder which was errone-
ously paid or collected.
(2) The building official may author-
ize the refunding of not more
than eighty (80) percent of the
permit fee paid when no work
has been done under a permit
issued in accordance with this
code.
(3) The building official may author-
ize the refunding of not more
than eighty (80) percent of the
plan review fee paid when an
application for a permit for which
a plan review fee has been paid
is withdrawn or cancelled before
any plan review effort has been
expended.
Section 107.1 General. Amended to read:
Sec. 107.1. Testing Of Plumbing Work.
(a) Inspections.
(1) Scope. All new plumbing work
and such portions of existing
systems as may be affected by
new work, or any changes, shall
be inspected by the building of-
ficial or a duly authorized repre-
sentative as required in this
code.
(2) Responsibility. It shall be the du-
ty of the holder of a permit to
make sure that the work will
stand the test prescribed before
notifying the building official that
said work is ready for inspec-
tion.
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(3) Test. Tests shall be conducted
in the presence of the building
official or a duly authorized rep-
resentative.
(4) Retesting. If the building official
finds that the work will not pass
the required test, necessary cor-
rections shall be made and the
work shall then be resubmitted
for test or inspection.
(b) Testing.
(1) Responsibility. The equipment,
material, and labor necessary
for inspection or tests shall be
furnished by the person to
whom the permit is issued or by
whom inspection is requested.
(2) Media. The piping of the plumb-
ing, drainage, and venting sys-
tems shall be tested with water
or air. The building official may
require the removal of any
cleanouts, etc., to ascertain if
the pressure has reached all
parts of the system. After the
plumbing fixtures have been set
and their traps filled with water,
they shall be submitted to a final
test.
(3) Water Test. The water test shall
be applied to the drainage and
vent system either in its entirety
or in sections. If applied to the
entire system, all openings in
the piping system shall be tightly
closed, except the highest open-
ing, and the system filled with
water to the point of overflow. If
the system is tested in sections,
each opening shall be tightly
plugged except the highest
opening of the section under
test, and each section shall be
filled with water, but no section
shall be tested with less than a
ten-foot (3 m) head of water. In
testing successive sections, at
least the upper ten (10) feet
(3 m) of the next preceding sec-
tion shall be tested, so that no
joint or pipe in the building (ex-
cept the uppermost ten (10) feet
(3 m) of the system) shall have
been submitted to a test of less
than a ten-foot (3 m) head of
water. The water shall be kept in
the system, or in the portion un-
der test, for at least fifteen (15)
minutes before inspection starts.
The system shall then be tight at
all points.
(4) Air Test. The air test shall be
made by attaching an air com-
pressor testing apparatus to any
suitable opening, and, after
closing all other inlets and out-
lets to the system, forcing air in-
to the system until there is a uni-
form gauge pressure of five (5)
pounds per square inch
(34.5 kPa) or sufficient to bal-
ance a column of mercury ten
(10) inches (254 mm) in height.
The pressure shall be held with-
out introduction of additional air
for a period of at least fifteen
(15) minutes.
(5) Building Sewer Test. The build-
ing sewer shall be inspected
and approved by the building of-
ficial before being concealed.
Neither the building official nor
the city shall be liable for ex-
pense entailed in the removal or
replacement of material required
to permit inspection.
(6) Water Piping. Upon completion
of a section or of the entire hot
and cold water supply system, it
shall be tested and proved tight
under a water pressure test not
less than the working pressure
under which it is to be used. The
water used for test shall be ob-
tained from a potable source of
supply. A fifty (50) pounds per
square inch (344.5 kPa) air
pressure may be substituted for
the water test. In either method
of test, the piping shall with-
stand the test without leaking for
a period of not less than fifteen
(15) minutes.
(7) Defective Systems. An air test
shall be used in testing the sani-
tary condition of the drainage or
plumbing system of any building
premises when there is reason
to believe that it has become
defective.
(8) Moved Structures. All parts of
the plumbing systems of any
building or structure that is
moved into or within the jurisdic-
tional limits of the city, shall be
completely tested as prescribed
elsewhere in this section for
new work, except that walls or
floors need not be removed for
such test when other equivalent
means of inspection acceptable
to the building official are pro-
vided.
(9) Test Waived. No test or inspec-
tion shall be required where a
plumbing system, or part there-
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of, is set up for exhibition pur-
poses and has no connection
with a water or drainage system.
(10) Exceptions. In cases where it
would be impractical to provide
the aforementioned water or air
tests, or for minor installations
and repairs, the building official,
at the building official's discre-
tion, may make such inspection
as the building official deems
advisable in order to assure the
building official that the work
has been performed in accord-
ance with the intent of this code.
(11) Tests For Shower Receptors.
Shower receptors shall be test-
ed for water tightness by filling
with water to the level of the
rough threshold. The test plug
shall be so placed that both up-
per and under sides of the sub-
pan shall be subjected to the
test at the point where it is
clamped to the drain.
(12) Protectively coated pipe in-
spection and repair shall con-
form to section 318.1 of IAMP-
MO installation standard IS 13,
listed in table A.
Section 108.2 Notice of Violation. Amend-
ed to read:
The code official shall serve a notice of vio-
lation or order to the person responsible for the
erection, installation, alteration, extension,
repair, removal or demolition of plumbing work
in violation of the provisions of this code, or in
violation of a detail statement or the approved
construction documents thereunder, or in vio-
lation of a permit or certificate issued under the
provisions of this code. Such order shall direct
the discontinuance of the illegal action or con-
dition and the abatement of the violation.
A notice of violation is not required in every
situation and city staff may issue a municipal
infraction without previously issuing a notice of
violation.
Section 108.3 Prosecution of Violation.
Amended to read:
Sec. 108.3. Prosecution Of Violation. If
the notice of violation is not com-
plied with promptly, the building of-
ficial shall request the city attorney's
office to institute the appropriate
proceeding at law or in equity to re-
strain, correct or abate such viola-
tion, or to require the removal or
termination of the unlawful occu-
pancy of the structure in violation of
the provisions of this code or of the
order or direction made pursuant
thereto.
Section 108.4 Violation Penalties. Amend-
ed to read:
Sec. 108.4. Violation And Penalties.
The doing of any act, or the omis-
sion of any act, declared to be un-
lawful by this code, or any code or
ordinance herein adopted by refer-
ence shall be deemed a separate
offense for each and every day or
portion thereof during which any
such unlawful act is committed,
continued, or permitted and upon
conviction shall be punishable as
provided in title 1, chapter 4 of the
code of ordinances. The penalty
herein provided shall be cumulative
with and in addition to the revoca-
tion, cancellation, or forfeiture of
any license or permit elsewhere in
this code provided for violation
thereof.
Section 108.7.1 Authority to Condemn
Equipment. Amended to read:
Sec. 108.7.1. Authority To Condemn
Equipment. Whenever the building
official ascertains that any plumb-
ing, or portion thereof, regulated by
this code has become hazardous to
life, health, property, or has become
insanitary, the building official shall
order in writing that such plumbing
either be removed or restored to a
safe or sanitary condition, as ap-
propriate. The written notice itself
shall fix a time limit for compliance
with such order. No person shall
use or maintain defective plumbing
after receiving such notice.
When such plumbing is to be discon-
nected, written notice as prescribed
in section 108.7.2 shall be given. In
cases of immediate danger to life or
property, such disconnection may
be made immediately without such
notice.
Section 108.7.2 Authority to Disconnect
Service Utilities. Amended to read:
Sec. 108.7.2. Authority To Order Dis-
connection Of Utilities. The building
official or the building official's au-
thorized representative shall have
the authority to order disconnection
of any plumbing supplied to a build-
ing, structure, or equipment regu-
lated by this code when the building
official determines that the equip-
ment or any portion thereof has be-
come hazardous or insanitary. Writ-
ten notice of such order to discon-
nect service and the causes there-
for shall be given within twenty-four
(24) hours to the owner and occu-
pant of such building, structure, or
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premises. However, in cases of
immediate danger to life or proper-
ty, such disconnection may be
made immediately without such no-
tice. The building official shall im-
mediately notify the serving utility in
writing of such order to disconnect.
Section 108.7.3 Connection after Order to
Disconnect. Amended to read:
Sec. 108.7.3. Connection From Order
To Disconnect. No person shall
make connections from any energy,
fuel, power supply, or water distri-
bution system nor supply energy,
fuel, or water to any equipment
regulated by this code which has
been disconnected or ordered to be
disconnected by the building official
or the use of which has been or-
dered to be discontinued by the
building official until the building of-
ficial authorizes the reconnection
and use of such equipment.
When any plumbing is maintained in
violation of this code, and in viola-
tion of any notice issued pursuant
to the provisions of this section, the
building official may consult with the
city attorney's office to institute any
appropriate action to prevent, re-
strain, correct, or abate the viola-
tion.
Section 109.1 through 109.7 replaced
with City of Dubuque Code of Ordi-
nances Section 14-1H-7.
Section 202 General Definitions. Amended
to read:
Sec. 202. General Definitions.
Accepted Engineering Practice. That
which conforms to accepted princi-
ples, tests or standards of nationally
recognized technical or scientific
authorities.
Access (To). That which enables a fix-
ture, appliance or equipment to be
reached by ready access or by a
means that first requires the re-
moval or movement of a panel,
door or similar obstruction (see
"Ready Access").
Access Cover. A removable plate, usu-
ally secured by bolts or screws, to
permit access to a pipe or pipe fit-
ting for the purposes of inspection,
repair or cleaning.
Adapter Fitting. An approved connect-
ing device that suitably and properly
joins or adjusts pipes and fittings
which do not otherwise fit together.
Air Admittance Valve. One-way valve
designed to allow air to enter the
plumbing drainage system when
negative pressures develop in the
piping system. The device shall
close by gravity and seal the vent
terminal at zero differential pressure
(no flow conditions) and under posi-
tive internal pressures. The purpose
of an air admittance valve is to pro-
vide a method of allowing air to en-
ter the plumbing drainage system
without the use of a vent extended
to open air and to prevent sewer
gases from escaping into a building.
Air Break (Drainage System). A piping
arrangement in which a drain from
a fixture, appliance or device dis-
charges indirectly into another fix-
ture, receptacle or interceptor at a
point below the flood level rim and
above the trap seal.
Air Gap (Drainage System). The unob-
structed vertical distance through
the free atmosphere between the
outlet of the waste pipe and the
flood level rim of the receptacle into
which the waste pipe is discharging.
Air Gap (Water Distribution System).
The unobstructed vertical distance
through the free atmosphere be-
tween the lowest opening from any
pipe or faucet supplying water to a
tank, plumbing fixture or other de-
vice and the flood level rim of the
receptacle.
Alternative Engineered Design. A
plumbing system that performs in
accordance with the intent of chap-
ters 3 through 12 and provides an
equivalent level of performance for
the protection of public health, safe-
ty and welfare. The system design
is not specifically regulated by
chapters 3 through 12.
Anchors. See "Supports."
Antisiphon. A term applied to valves or
mechanical devices that eliminate
siphonage.
Approved. Acceptable to the code offi-
cial or other authority having juris-
diction.
Approved Agency. An established and
recognized agency approved by the
code official and that is regularly
engaged in conducting tests or fur-
nishing inspection services.
Approved Qualified Welder. A person
who specializes in welding of pipes
and holds a valid certificate of com-
petency from a recognized testing
laboratory, based on the require-
ments of the A.S.M.E. boiler and
pressure vessels code, section IX
or as approved by the administra-
tive authority's testing procedures.
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Area Drain. A receptacle designed to
collect surface or storm water from
an open area.
Aspirator. A fitting or device supplied
with water or other fluid under posi-
tive pressure that passes through
an integral orifice or constriction,
causing a vacuum. Aspirators are
also referred to as suction appa-
ratus, and are similar in operation to
an ejector.
Backflow. Pressure created by any
means in the water distribution sys-
tem, which by being in excess of
the pressure in the water supply
mains causes a potential backflow
condition.
Backpressure, Low Head. A pressure
less than or equal to 4.33 psi (29.88
kPa) or the pressure exerted by a
10-foot (3048 mm) column of water.
Backsiphonage. The backflow of poten-
tially contaminated water into the
potable water system as a result of
the pressure in the potable water
system falling below atmospheric
pressure of the plumbing fixtures,
pools, tanks or vats connected to
the potable water distribution pip-
ing.
Backwater Valve. A device or valve in-
stalled in the building drain or sewer
pipe where a sewer is subject to
backflow, and which prevents
drainage or waste from backing up
into a low level or fixtures and caus-
ing a flooding condition.
Drainage. A reversal of flow in the
drainage system.
Water Supply System. The flow of wa-
ter or other liquids, mixtures or sub-
stances into the distribution pipes of
a potable water supply from any
source except the intended source.
Backflow Connection. Any arrangement
whereby backflow is possible.
Backflow Preventer. A device or means
to prevent backflow.
Ball Cock. See "Fill Valve."
Base Flood Elevation. A reference
point, determined in accordance
with the building code, based on the
depth or peak elevation of flooding,
including wave height, which has a
1 percent (100-year flood) or great-
er chance of occurring in any given
year.
Bathroom Group. A group of fixtures
consisting of a water closet, lavato-
ry, bathtub or shower, including or
excluding a bidet, an emergency
floor drain or both. Such fixtures are
located together on the same floor
level.
Bedpan Steamer Or Boiler. A fixture
utilized for scalding bedpans or uri-
nals by direct application of steam
or boiling water.
Bedpan Washer And Sterilizer. A fix-
ture designed to wash bedpans and
to flush the contents into the sani-
tary drainage system. Included are
fixtures of this type that provide for
disinfecting utensils by scalding
with steam or hot water.
Bedpan Washer Hose. A device sup-
plied with hot and cold water and
located adjacent to a water closet
or clinical sink to be utilized for
cleansing bedpans.
Branch. Any part of the piping system
except a riser, main or stack.
Branch Interval. A vertical measure-
ment of distance, 8 feet (2438 mm)
or more in developed length, be-
tween the connections of horizontal
branches to a drainage stack.
Measurements are taken down the
stack from the highest horizontal
branch connection.
Branch Vent. A vent connecting one or
more individual vents with a vent
stack or stack vent.
Building. Any structure occupied or in-
tended for supporting or sheltering
any occupancy.
Building Drain. That part of the lowest
piping of a drainage system that re-
ceives the discharge from soil,
waste and other drainage pipes in-
side and that extends 30 inches
(762 mm) in developed length of
pipe beyond the exterior walls of
the building and conveys the drain-
age to the building sewer.
Combined. A building drain that con-
veys both sewage and storm water
or other drainage.
Sanitary. A building drain that conveys
sewage only.
Storm. A building drain that conveys
storm water or other drainage, but
not sewage.
Building Official. See “Code Official”.
Building Sewer. That part of the drain-
age system that extends from the
end of the building drain and con-
veys the discharge to a public sew-
er, private sewer, individual sewage
disposal system or other point of
disposal.
Combined. A building sewer that con-
veys both sewage and storm water
or other drainage.
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Sanitary. A building sewer that conveys
sewage only.
Storm. A building sewer that conveys
storm water or other drainage, but
not sewage.
Building Subdrain. That portion of a
drainage system that does not drain
by gravity into the building sewer.
Building Trap. A device, fitting or as-
sembly of fittings installed in the
building drain to prevent circulation
of air between the drainage system
of the building and the building
sewer.
Circuit Vent. A vent that connects to a
horizontal drainage branch and
vents two traps to a maximum of
eight traps or trapped fixtures con-
nected into a battery.
Cistern. A small covered tank for stor-
ing water for a home or farm. Gen-
erally, this tank stores rainwater to
be utilized for purposes other than
in the potable water supply, and
such tank is placed underground in
most cases.
Cleanout. An access opening in the
drainage system utilized for the re-
moval of obstructions. Types of
cleanouts include a removable plug
or cap, and a removable fixture or
fixture trap.
Code. These regulations, subsequent
amendments thereto, or any emer-
gency rule or regulation that the
administrative authority having ju-
risdiction has lawfully adopted.
Code Official. The officer or other des-
ignated authority charged with the
administration and enforcement of
this code, or a duly authorized rep-
resentative. Any reference to
“BUILDING OFFICIAL” in this code
refers to “CODE OFFICIAL”.
Combination Fixture. A fixture combin-
ing one sink and laundry tray or a
two- or three-compartment sink or
laundry tray in one unit.
Combination Waste And Vent System.
A specially designed system of
waste piping embodying the hori-
zontal wet venting of one or more
sinks or floor drains by means of a
common waste and vent pipe ade-
quately sized to provide free
movement of air above the flow line
of the drain.
Combined Building Drain. See "Building
Drain, Combined."
Combined Building Sewer. See "Build-
ing Sewer, Combined."
Common Vent. A vent connecting at
the junction of two fixture drains or
to a fixture branch and serving as a
vent for both fixtures.
Concealed Fouling Surface. Any sur-
face of a plumbing fixture which is
not readily visible and is not
scoured or cleansed with each fix-
ture operation.
Conductor. A pipe inside the building
that conveys storm water from the
roof to a storm or combined building
drain.
Construction Documents. All of the writ-
ten, graphic and pictorial docu-
ments prepared or assembled for
describing the design, location and
physical characteristics of the ele-
ments of the project necessary for
obtaining a building permit. The
construction drawings shall be
drawn to an appropriate scale.
Contamination. An impairment of the
quality of the potable water that
creates an actual hazard to the
public health through poisoning or
through the spread of disease by
sewage, industrial fluids or waste.
Critical Level (C-L). An elevation
(height) reference point that deter-
mines the minimum height at which
a backflow preventer or vacuum
breaker is installed above the flood
level rim of the fixture or receptor
served by the device. The critical
level is the elevation level below
which there is a potential for back-
flow to occur. If the critical level
marking is not indicated on the de-
vice, the bottom of the device shall
constitute the critical level.
Cross Connection. Any physical con-
nection or arrangement between
two otherwise separate piping sys-
tems, one of which contains potable
water and the other either water of
unknown or questionable safety or
steam, gas or chemical, whereby
there exists the possibility for flow
from one system to the other, with
the direction of flow depending on
the pressure differential between
the two systems (see "Backflow").
Dead End. A branch leading from a
soil, waste or vent pipe; a building
drain; or a building sewer, and ter-
minating at a developed length of 2
feet (610 mm) or more by means of
a plug, cap or other closed fitting.
Depth Of Water Seal. The depth of wa-
ter that would have to be removed
from a full trap before air could pass
through the trap.
Design Flood Elevation. The elevation
of the "design flood," including wave
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height, relative to the datum speci-
fied on the community's legally des-
ignated flood hazard map.
Developed Length. The length of a
pipeline measured along the center-
line of the pipe and fittings.
Discharge Pipe. A pipe that conveys
the discharges from plumbing fix-
tures or appliances.
Drain. Any pipe that carries wastewater
or water-borne wastes in a building
drainage system.
Drainage Fittings. Type of fitting or fit-
tings utilized in the drainage sys-
tem. Drainage fittings are similar to
cast-iron fittings, except that instead
of having a bell and spigot, drain-
age fittings are recessed and
tapped to eliminate ridges on the
inside of the installed pipe.
Drainage Fixture Unit.
Drainage (dfu). A measure of the prob-
able discharge into the drainage
system by various types of plumb-
ing fixtures. The drainage fixture-
unit value for a particular fixture de-
pends on its volume rate of drain-
age discharge, on the time duration
of a single drainage operation and
on the average time between suc-
cessive operations.
Drainage System. Piping within a public
or private premises that conveys
sewage, rainwater or other liquid
wastes to a point of disposal. A
drainage system does not include
the mains of a public sewer system
or a private or public sewage treat-
ment or disposal plant.
Building Gravity. A drainage system
that drains by gravity into the build-
ing sewer.
Sanitary. A drainage system that car-
ries sewage and excludes storm,
surface and ground water.
Storm. A drainage system that carries
rainwater, surface water, subsur-
face water and similar liquid
wastes.
Effective Opening. The minimum cross-
sectional area at the point of water
supply discharge, measured or ex-
pressed in terms of the diameter of
a circle or, if the opening is not cir-
cular, the diameter of a circle of
equivalent cross-sectional area. For
faucets and similar fittings, the ef-
fective opening shall be measured
at the smallest orifice in the fitting
body or in the supply piping to the
fitting.
Emergency Floor Drain. A floor drain
that does not receive the discharge
of any drain or indirect waste pipe,
and that protects against damage
from accidental spills, fixture over-
flows and leakage.
Essentially Nontoxic Transfer Fluids.
Fluids having a Gosselin rating of 1,
including propylene glycol; mineral
oil; polydimethylsiloxane; hydro-
chlorofluoro-carbon, chlorofluoro-
carbon and carbon refrigerants; and
FDA-approved boiler water addi-
tives for steam boilers.
Essentially Toxic Transfer Fluids. Soil,
waste or gray water and fluids hav-
ing a Gosselin rating of 2 or more
including ethylene glycol, hydrocar-
bon oils, ammonia refrigerants and
hydrazine.
Existing Installations. Any plumbing
system regulated by this code that
was legally installed prior to the ef-
fective date of this code, or for
which a permit to install has been
issued.
Faucet. A valve end of a water pipe
through which water is drawn from
or held within the pipe.
Fill Valve. A water supply valve,
opened or closed by means of a
float or similar device, utilized to
supply water to a tank. An an-
tisiphon fill valve contains an an-
tisiphon device in the form of an
approved air gap or vacuum break-
er that is an integral part of the fill
valve unit and that is positioned on
the discharge side of the water
supply control valve.
Fixture. See "Plumbing Fixture."
Fixture Branch. A drain serving two or
more fixtures that discharges to an-
other drain or to a stack.
Fixture Drain. The drain from the trap of
a fixture to a junction with any other
drain pipe.
Fixture Fitting.
Supply Fitting. A fitting that controls the
volume and/or directional flow of
water and is either attached to or
accessible from a fixture, or is used
with an open or atmospheric dis-
charge.
Waste Fitting. A combination of com-
ponents that conveys the sanitary
waste from the outlet of a fixture to
the connection to the sanitary
drainage system.
Fixture Supply. The water supply pipe
connecting a fixture to a branch wa-
ter supply pipe or directly to a main
water supply pipe.
Flood Hazard Area. The greater of the
following two areas:
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1. The area within a flood plain sub-
ject to a 1-percent or greater
chance of flooding in any given
year.
2. The area designated as a flood
hazard area on a community's
flood hazard map or as other-
wise legally designated.
Flood Level Rim. The edge of the re-
ceptacle from which water over-
flows.
Flow Control (Vented). A device in-
stalled upstream from the intercep-
tor having an orifice that controls
the rate of flow through the inter-
ceptor and an air intake (vent)
downstream from the orifice that al-
lows air to be drawn into the flow
stream.
Flow Pressure. The pressure in the wa-
ter supply pipe near the faucet or
water outlet while the faucet or wa-
ter outlet is wide open and flowing.
Flush Tank. A tank designed with a fill
valve and flush valve to flush the
contents of the bowl or usable por-
tion of the fixture.
Flushometer Tank. A device integrated
within an air accumulator vessel
that is designed to discharge a pre-
determined quantity of water to fix-
tures for flushing purposes.
Flushometer Valve. A valve attached to
a pressurized water supply pipe
and so designed that when activat-
ed it opens the line for direct flow
into the fixture at a rate and quantity
to operate the fixture properly, and
then gradually closes to reseal fix-
ture traps and avoid water hammer.
Grease Interceptor. A plumbing appur-
tenance that is installed in a sani-
tary drainage system to intercept
oily and greasy wastes from a
wastewater discharge. Such device
has the ability to intercept free-
floating fats and oils.
Grease Laden Waste. Effluent dis-
charge that is produced from food
processing, food preparation or
other sources where grease, fats
and oils enter automatic dishwater
prerinse stations, sinks or other ap-
purtenances.
Grease Removal Device, Automatic
(GRD). A plumbing appurtenance
that is installed in the sanitary
drainage system to intercept free-
floating fats, oils and grease from
wastewater discharge. Such a de-
vice operates on a time- or event-
controlled basis and has the ability
to remove free-floating fats, oils and
grease automatically without inter-
vention from the user except for
maintenance.
Gridded Water Distribution System. A
water distribution system where
every water distribution pipe is in-
terconnected so as to provide two
or more paths to each fixture supply
pipe.
Hangers. See "Supports."
Horizontal Branch Drain. A drainage
branch pipe extending laterally from
a soil or waste stack or building
drain, with or without vertical sec-
tions or branches, that receives the
discharge from two or more fixture
drains or branches and conducts
the discharge to the soil or waste
stack or to the building drain.
Horizontal Pipe. Any pipe or fitting that
makes an angle of less than 45 de-
grees (0.79 rad) with the horizontal.
Hot Water. Water at a temperature
greater than or equal to 110°F
(43°C).
House Trap. See "Building Trap."
Indirect Waste Pipe. A waste pipe that
does not connect directly with the
drainage system, but that discharg-
es into the drainage system through
an air break or air gap into a trap,
fixture, receptor or interceptor.
Individual Sewage Disposal System. A
system for disposal of domestic
sewage by means of a septic tank,
cesspool or mechanical treatment,
designed for utilization apart from a
public sewer to serve a single es-
tablishment or building.
Individual Vent. A pipe installed to vent
a fixture trap and connects with the
vent system above the fixture
served or terminates in the open
air.
Individual Water Supply. A water sup-
ply that serves one or more fami-
lies, and that is not an approved
public water supply.
Interceptor. A device designed and in-
stalled to separate and retain for
removal, by automatic or manual
means, deleterious, hazardous or
undesirable matter from normal
wastes, while permitting normal
sewage or wastes to discharge into
the drainage system by gravity.
Joint.
Expansion. A loop, return bend or re-
turn offset that provides for the ex-
pansion and contraction in a piping
system and is utilized in tall build-
ings or where there is a rapid
change of temperature, as in power
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plants, steam rooms and similar oc-
cupancies.
Flexible. Any joint between two pipes
that permits one pipe to be deflect-
ed or moved without movement or
deflection of the other pipe.
Mechanical. See "Mechanical Joint."
Slip. A type of joint made by means of
a washer or a special type of pack-
ing compound in which one pipe is
slipped into the end of an adjacent
pipe.
Lead-Free Pipe And Fittings. Contain-
ing not more than 8.0-percent lead.
Lead-Free Solder And Flux. Containing
not more than 0.2-percent lead.
Leader. An exterior drainage pipe for
conveying storm water from roof or
gutter drains to an approved means
of disposal.
Local Vent Stack. A vertical pipe to
which connections are made from
the fixture side of traps and through
which vapor or foul air is removed
from the fixture or device utilized on
bedpan washers.
Macerating Toilet Systems. An assem-
bly consisting of a water closet and
sump with a macerating pump that
is designed to collect, grind and
pump wastes from the water closet
and up to two other fixtures con-
nected to the sump.
Main. The principal pipe artery to which
branches are connected.
Manifold. See "Plumbing Appurte-
nance."
Mechanical Joint. A connection be-
tween pipes, fittings, or pipes and
fittings that is not screwed, caulked,
threaded, soldered, solvent ce-
mented, brazed or welded. A joint in
which compression is applied along
the centerline of the pieces being
joined. In some applications, the
joint is part of a coupling, fitting or
adapter.
Medical Gas System. The complete
system to convey medical gases for
direct patient application from cen-
tral supply systems (bulk tanks,
manifolds and medical air compres-
sors), with pressure and operating
controls, alarm warning systems,
related components and piping
networks extending to station outlet
valves at patient use points.
Medical Vacuum Systems. A system
consisting of central-vacuum-
producing equipment with pressure
and operating controls, shutoff
valves, alarm-warning systems,
gauges and a network of piping ex-
tending to and terminating with
suitable station inlets at locations
where patient suction may be re-
quired.
Nonpotable Water. Water not safe for
drinking, personal or culinary utiliza-
tion.
Nuisance. Public nuisance as known in
common law or in equity jurispru-
dence; whatever is dangerous to
human life or detrimental to health;
whatever structure or premises is
not sufficiently ventilated, sewered,
drained, cleaned or lighted, with re-
spect to its intended occupancy;
and whatever renders the air, or
human food, drink or water supply
unwholesome.
Occupancy. The purpose for which a
building or portion thereof is utilized
or occupied.
Offset. A combination of approved
bends that makes two changes in
direction bringing one section of the
pipe out of line but into a line paral-
lel with the other section.
Open Air. Outside the structure.
Pipe Welder. A person who specializes
in welding of pipes and holds a val-
id certificate of competency from a
recognized testing laboratory,
based on the requirements of the
A.S.M.E. boiler and pressure ves-
sels code, section IX or as ap-
proved by the administrative author-
ity's testing procedures.
Plumbing. The practice, materials and
fixtures utilized in the installation,
maintenance, extension and altera-
tion of all piping, fixtures, plumbing
appliances and plumbing appurte-
nances, within or adjacent to any
structure, in connection with sani-
tary drainage or storm drainage fa-
cilities; venting systems; and public
or private water supply systems.
Plumbing Appliance. Anyone of a spe-
cial class of plumbing fixtures in-
tended to perform a special func-
tion. Included are fixtures having
the operation or control dependent
on one or more energized compo-
nents, such as motors, controls,
heating elements, or pressure- or
temperature-sensing elements.
Such fixtures are manually adjusted
or controlled by the owner or opera-
tor, or are operated automatically
through one or more of the follow-
ing actions: a time cycle, a tem-
perature range, a pressure range, a
measured volume or weight.
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Plumbing Appurtenance. A manufac-
tured device, prefabricated assem-
bly or an on-the-job assembly of
component parts that is an adjunct
to the basic piping system and
plumbing fixtures. An appurtenance
demands no additional water supply
and does not add any discharge
load to a fixture or to the drainage
system.
Plumbing Fixture. A receptacle or de-
vice that is either permanently or
temporarily connected to the water
distribution system of the premises
and demands a supply of water
therefrom; discharges wastewater,
liquid-borne waste materials or
sewage either directly or indirectly
to the drainage system of the prem-
ises; or requires both a water sup-
ply connection and a discharge to
the drainage system of the premis-
es.
Plumbing System. Includes the water
supply and distribution pipes;
plumbing fixtures and traps; water-
treating or water-using equipment;
soil, waste and vent pipes; and san-
itary and storm sewers and building
drains; in addition to their respec-
tive connections, devices and ap-
purtenances within a structure or
premises.
Pollution. An impairment of the quality
of the potable water to a degree
that does not create a hazard to the
public health but that does adverse-
ly and unreasonably affect the aes-
thetic qualities of such potable wa-
ter for domestic use.
Potable Water. Water free from impuri-
ties present in amounts sufficient to
cause disease or harmful physio-
logical effects and conforming to
the bacteriological and chemical
quality requirements of the public
health service drinking water stand-
ards or the regulations of the public
health authority having jurisdiction.
Private. In the classification of plumbing
fixtures, "private" applies to fixtures
in residences and apartments, and
to fixtures in nonpublic toilet rooms
of hotels and motels and similar in-
stallations in buildings where the
plumbing fixtures are intended for
utilization by a family or an individ-
ual.
Public Or Public Utilization. In the clas-
sification of plumbing fixtures, "pub-
lic" applies to fixtures in general toi-
let rooms of schools, gymnasiums,
hotels, airports, bus and railroad
stations, public buildings, bars, pub-
lic comfort stations, office buildings,
stadiums, stores, restaurants and
other installations where a number
of fixtures are installed so that their
utilization is similarly unrestricted.
Public Water Main. A water supply pipe
for public utilization controlled by
public authority.
Quick-Closing Valve. A valve or faucet
that closes automatically when re-
leased manually or that is controlled
by a mechanical means for fast-
action closing.
Ready Access. That which enables a
fixture, appliance or equipment to
be directly reached without requir-
ing the removal or movement of any
panel, door or similar obstruction
and without the use of a portable
ladder, step stool or similar device.
Reduced Pressure Principle Backflow
Preventer. A backflow prevention
device consisting of two inde-
pendently acting check valves, in-
ternally force-loaded to a normally
closed position and separated by
an intermediate chamber (or zone)
in which there is an automatic relief
means of venting to the atmos-
phere, internally loaded to a nor-
mally open position between two
tightly closing shutoff valves and
with a means for testing for tight-
ness of the checks and opening of
the relief means.
Registered Design Professional. An in-
dividual who is registered or li-
censed to practice professional ar-
chitecture or engineering as defined
by the statutory requirements of the
professional registration laws of the
state or jurisdiction in which the pro-
ject is to be constructed.
Relief Valve.
Pressure Relief Valve. A pressure-
actuated valve held closed by a
spring or other means and de-
signed to relieve pressure automat-
ically at the pressure at which such
valve is set.
Temperature And Pressure Relief
(T&P) Valve. A combination relief
valve designed to function as both a
temperature relief and a pressure
relief valve.
Temperature Relief Valve. A tempera-
ture-actuated valve designed to
discharge automatically at the tem-
perature at which such valve is set.
Relief Vent. A vent whose primary func-
tion is to provide circulation of air
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between drainage and vent sys-
tems.
Rim. An unobstructed open edge of a
fixture.
Riser. See "Water Pipe, Riser."
Roof Drain. A drain installed to receive
water collecting on the surface of a
roof and to discharge such water in-
to a leader or a conductor.
Rough-In. Parts of the plumbing system
that are installed prior to the instal-
lation of fixtures. This includes
drainage, water supply, vent piping
and the necessary fixture supports
and any fixtures that are built into
the structure.
Self-Closing Faucet. A faucet contain-
ing a valve that automatically closes
upon deactivation of the opening
means.
Separator. See "Interceptor."
Sewage. Any liquid waste containing
animal or vegetable matter in sus-
pension or solution, including liq-
uids containing chemicals in solu-
tion.
Sewage Ejectors. A device for lifting
sewage by entraining the sewage in
a high-velocity jet of steam, air or
water.
Sewer.
Building Sewer. See "Building Sewer."
Public Sewer. A common sewer directly
controlled by public authority.
Sanitary Sewer. A sewer that carries
sewage and excludes storm, sur-
face and ground water.
Storm Sewer. A sewer that conveys
rainwater, surface water, subsur-
face water and similar liquid
wastes.
Slope. The fall (pitch) of a line of pipe in
reference to a horizontal plane. In
drainage, the slope is expressed as
the fall in units vertical per units
horizontal (percent) for a length of
pipe.
Soil Pipe. A pipe that conveys sewage
containing fecal matter to the build-
ing drain or building sewer.
Spill proof Vacuum Breaker. An as-
sembly consisting of one check
valve force-loaded closed and an
air-inlet vent valve force-loaded
open to atmosphere, positioned
downstream of the check valve, and
located between and including two
tightly closing shutoff valves and a
test cock.
Stack. A general term for any vertical
line of soil, waste, vent or inside
conductor piping that extends
through at least one story with or
without offsets.
Stack Vent. The extension of a soil or
waste stack above the highest hori-
zontal drain connected to the stack.
Stack Venting. A method of venting a
fixture or fixtures through the soil or
waste stack.
Sterilizer.
Boiling Type. A boiling-type sterilizer is
a fixture of a nonpressure type uti-
lized for boiling instruments, uten-
sils or other equipment for disinfec-
tion. These devices are portable or
are connected to the plumbing sys-
tem.
Instrument. A device for the sterilization
of various instruments.
Pressure (Autoclave). A pressure ves-
sel fixture designed to utilize steam
under pressure for sterilizing.
Pressure Instrument Washer Sterilizer.
A pressure instrument washer steri-
lizer is a pressure vessel fixture de-
signed to both wash and sterilize
instruments during the operating
cycle of the fixture.
Utensil. A device for the sterilization of
utensils as utilized in health care
services.
Water. A water sterilizer is a device for
sterilizing water and storing sterile
water.
Sterilizer Vent. A separate pipe or
stack, indirectly connected to the
building drainage system at the
lower terminal, that receives the
vapors from nonpressure sterilizers,
or the exhaust vapors from pres-
sure sterilizers, and conducts the
vapors directly to the open air. Also
called vapor, steam, atmospheric or
exhaust vent.
Storm Drain. See "Drainage System,
Storm."
Structure. That which is built or con-
structed or a portion thereof.
Subsoil Drain. A drain that collects
subsurface water or seepage water
and conveys such water to a place
of disposal.
Sump. A tank or pit that receives sew-
age or liquid waste, located below
the normal grade of the gravity sys-
tem and that must be emptied by
mechanical means.
Sump Pump. An automatic water pump
powered by an electric motor for the
removal of drainage, except raw
sewage, from a sump, pit or low
point.
Sump Vent. A vent from pneumatic
sewage ejectors, or similar equip-
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ment, that terminates separately to
the open air.
Supports. Devices for supporting and
securing pipe, fixtures and equip-
ment.
Swimming Pool. Any structure, basin,
chamber or tank containing an arti-
ficial body of water for swimming,
diving or recreational bathing hav-
ing a depth of 2 feet (610 mm) or
more at any point.
Tempered Water. Water having a tem-
perature range between 85°F
(29°C) and 110°F (43°C).
Third-Party Certification Agency. An
approved agency operating a prod-
uct or material certification system
that incorporates initial product test-
ing, assessment and surveillance of
a manufacturer's quality control sys-
tem.
Third-Party Certified. Certification ob-
tained by the manufacturer indicat-
ing that the function and perfor-
mance characteristics of a product
or material have been determined
by testing and ongoing surveillance
by an approved third-party certifica-
tion agency. Assertion of certifica-
tion is in the form of identification in
accordance with the requirements
of the third-party certification agen-
cy.
Third-Party Tested. Procedure by
which an approved testing laborato-
ry provides documentation that a
product, material or system con-
forms to specified requirements.
Trap. A fitting or device that provides a
liquid seal to prevent the emission
of sewer gases without materially
affecting the flow of sewage or
wastewater through the trap.
Trap Seal. The vertical distance be-
tween the weir and the top of the
dip of the trap.
Unstable Ground. Earth that does not
provide a uniform bearing for the
barrel of the sewer pipe between
the joints at the bottom of the pipe
trench.
Vacuum. Any pressure less than that
exerted by the atmosphere.
Vacuum Breaker. A type of backflow
preventer installed on openings
subject to normal atmospheric
pressure that prevents backflow by
admitting atmospheric pressure
through ports to the discharge side
of the device.
Vent Pipe. See "Vent System."
Vent Stack. A vertical vent pipe in-
stalled primarily for the purpose of
providing circulation of air to and
from any part of the drainage sys-
tem.
Vent System. A pipe or pipes installed
to provide a flow of air to or from a
drainage system, or to provide a
circulation of air within such system
to protect trap seals from siphonage
and backpressure.
Vertical Pipe. Any pipe or fitting that
makes an angle of 45 degrees
(0.79 rad) or more with the horizon-
tal.
Wall-Hung Water Closet. A wall-
mounted water closet installed in
such a way that the fixture does not
touch the floor.
Waste. The discharge from any fixture,
appliance, area or appurtenance
that does not contain fecal matter.
Waste Pipe. A pipe that conveys only
waste.
Water-Hammer Arrestor. A device uti-
lized to absorb the pressure surge
(water hammer) that occurs when
water flow is suddenly stopped in a
water supply system.
Water Heater. Any heating appliance or
equipment that heats potable water
and supplies such water to the po-
table hot water distribution system.
Water Main. A water supply pipe or
system of pipes, installed and main-
tained by a city, township, county,
public utility company or other pub-
lic entity, on public property, in the
street or in an approved dedicated
easement of public or community
use.
Water Outlet. A discharge opening
through which water is supplied to a
fixture, into the atmosphere (except
into an open tank that is part of the
water supply system), to a boiler or
heating system, or to any devices
or equipment requiring water to op-
erate but which are not part of the
plumbing system.
Water Pipe.
Riser. A water supply pipe that extends
one full story or more to convey wa-
ter to branches or to a group of fix-
tures.
Water Distribution Pipe. A pipe within
the structure or on the premises
that conveys water from the water
service pipe, or from the meter
when the meter is at the structure,
to the points of utilization.
Water Service Pipe. The pipe from the
water main or other source of pota-
ble water supply, or from the meter
when the meter is at the public right
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of way, to the water distribution sys-
tem of the building served.
Water Supply System. The water ser-
vice pipe, water distribution pipes,
and the necessary connecting
pipes, fittings, control valves and all
appurtenances in or adjacent to the
structure or premises.
Well.
Bored. A well-constructed by boring
a hole in the ground with an au-
ger and installing a casing.
Drilled. A well-constructed by mak-
ing a hole in the ground with a
drilling machine of any type and
installing casing and screen.
Driven. A well-constructed by driv-
ing a pipe in the ground. The
drive pipe is usually fitted with a
well point and screen.
Dug. A well-constructed by excavat-
ing a large-diameter shaft and
installing a casing.
Whirlpool Bathtub. A plumbing appli-
ance consisting of a bathtub fixture
that is equipped and fitted with a
circulating piping system designed
to accept, circulate and discharge
bathtub water upon each use.
Yoke Vent. A pipe connecting upward
from a soil or waste stack to a vent
stack for the purpose of preventing
pressure changes in the stacks.
Section 605 Materials, Joints and Connec-
tions. Amended to read:
Sec. 605. Use Of Copper Tubing.
(a) Copper tube for underground
drainage and vent piping shall
be tempered copper tube type L
or type K.
(b) Copper tube for aboveground
drainage and vent piping shall
be type L or type K.
(c) Copper tube shall not be used
for chemical or industrial wastes
as defined in section 605 of this
code.
(d) Copper tube for building supply
piping shall be type K to the
point of entrance to a building or
structure. Water distribution pipe
within a building or structure
shall be type L or type K. Type
M copper tube may be used in
detached one- and two-family
dwellings within the structure
only when piping is above-
ground or floor slab.
(e) In addition to the required in-
cised marking, all hand drawn
copper tubing shall be marked
by means of a continuous and
indelibly colored stripe at least
one-quarter inch (6.4 mm) in
width as follows: type K, green;
type L, blue; type M, red; type
DVW, yellow.
(f) Listed flexible water connectors
shall be installed in exposed lo-
cations.
Section 605.3 Water Service Pipe.
Amended to read:
Sec. 605.3. Materials.
(a) Building supply water piping to
the point of entrance to the
building shall be made of copper
tube type K, or cast-iron water
pipe.
(b) Water distributing piping shall be
of brass pipe, copper tube type
L or type K, copper pipe, galva-
nized wrought iron pipe, galva-
nized open-hearth pipe, galva-
nized steel pipe. Plastic piping
for potable water distribution is
prohibited unless approval is
given by the plumbing board or
the administrative authority.
Type M copper tube may be
used in one- and two-family
dwellings within the structure
only when piping is above-
ground or floor slab.
(c) All materials used in the water
supply system, except valves
and similar devices shall be of a
like material, except where oth-
erwise specifically approved by
the building official.
(d) Cast-iron fittings up to and in-
cluding two (2) inches
(50.8 mm) in size, when used in
potable water piping, shall be
galvanized.
(e) All malleable iron water fittings
shall be galvanized.
(f) Solder shall conform to the re-
quirements of sec. 802(d).
Section 609. Health Care Plumbing.
Amended to read:
Sec. 609. Cooling Water. The dis-
charge of water used exclusively as
a cooling medium in an appliance,
device, or apparatus to any sanitary
sewer is specifically prohibited.
Exception: Clean running water used
exclusively as a cooling medium in
an appliance, device or apparatus
may discharge into the drainage
system if the same comes from
equipment so designed that the to-
tal rate of discharge from the prem-
ises served on such sewer cannot
exceed five (5) gallons per minute.
Section 701.5 Damage to Drainage Sys-
tem or Public Sewer. Amended to read:
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Sec. 701.5. Damage To Drainage Sys-
tem Or Public Sewer. Roofs, inner
courts, vent shafts, light wells or
similar areas having rain water
drain, shall discharge to the outside
of the building, to the gutter, or to a
storm drainage system.
The installation of sump pumps, sump
pump connections, or gravity con-
nections which discharge or cause
to be discharged, any storm water,
surface water, groundwater, roof
runoff, subsurface drainage, interior
and exterior foundation drains, or
floor drains used for collecting
storm water to any sanitary sewer is
specifically prohibited.
(a) It shall be unlawful for any per-
son to deposit, by any means
whatsoever, into any plumbing
fixture, floor drain, interceptor,
sump, receptacle, or device
which is connected to any
drainage system, public sewer,
or private sewer, any ashes,
cinders, solids, rags, flammable,
poisonous, or explosive liquids
or gases, oils, grease, and any
other thing whatsoever which
would or could cause damage to
the public sewer or private sew-
er.
(b) No storm water, surface water,
ground water, roof runoff, sub-
surface drainage, interior or ex-
terior foundation drains or floor
drains used for collecting storm
water shall be connected to or
discharged into any drainage
system connected to a public or
private sanitary sewer.
(c) No septic tank, seepage pit, or
drainfield shall be connected to
any public sewer or to any build-
ing sewer leading to such public
sewer.
(d) No commercial food waste
grinder shall be connected to a
private sewage disposal system
unless permission has first been
obtained from the administrative
authority.
(e) An approved type watertight
sewage or waste water holding
tank, the contents of which, due
to their character, must be peri-
odically removed and disposed
of at some approved offsite lo-
cation, shall be installed only
when required by the adminis-
trative authority or the health of-
ficer to prevent anticipated sur-
face or subsurface contamina-
tion or pollution, damage to the
public sewer, or other hazard-
ous or nuisance condition.
Section 702 Materials. Amended to read:
Sec. 702. Building Sewer Materials.
(a) The building sewer, beginning 2'
from any building or structure
shall be of such materials as
approved by the administrative
authority.
(b) Joining methods and materials
shall be as prescribed in chapter
7 of this code.
Section 702.1 Above-Ground Sanitary
Drainage and Vent Pipe. Amended to read:
Sec. 702.1. Drainage piping above-
ground within buildings shall be of
brass pipe, copper tube type L or
type K, cast-iron soil pipe, galva-
nized steel pipe, lead pipe, ABS or
PVC-DVW schedule 40 plastic pipe,
except that:
(1) No galvanized wrought iron or
galvanized steel pipe shall be
used underground and shall be
kept at least six (6) inches
(152.4 mm) above ground.
(2) No vitrified clay pipe or fittings
shall be used above ground,
where pressurized by a pump or
ejector, or on the interior of any
building or structure.
Section 702.2 Underground Building Sani-
tary Drainage and Vent Pipe. Amended to
read:
Sec. 702.2. Underground Building
Sanitary Drainage And Vent Pipe.
(a) Underground building drains
shall be of cast-iron soil pipe,
tempered copper tube type L or
type K, ABS or PVC-DVW
schedule 40 plastic pipe.
(b) Drainage fittings shall be of
cast-iron, malleable iron, lead,
brass, copper, ABS or PVC
schedule 40, or other approved
materials having a smooth inte-
rior waterway of the same di-
ameter as the piping served and
all such fittings shall conform to
the type of pipe used.
(1) Fittings on screwed pipe
shall be of the recessed
drainage type. Burred ends
shall be reamed to the full
bore of the pipe.
(2) The threads of drainage fit-
tings shall be tapped so as
to allow one-fourth inch per
foot (20.9 mm/m) grade.
Section 703 Building Sewer. Amended to
read:
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Sec. 703. Size Of Building Sewers. The
minimum size of any building sewer
shall be determined on the basis of
the total number of fixture units
drained by such sewers, in accord-
ance with table 11-2. No building
sewer shall have a smaller diameter
than four (4) inches or the size of
the building drain; whichever is
larger.
Section 708 Cleanouts. Amended to read:
Sec. 708. Cleanouts.
(a) Every vent pipe that penetrates
the lowest floor level shall be
provided with a cleanout located
not less than six (6) nor more
than thirty (30) inches above the
lowest floor level.
(b) Each cleanout in piping two (2)
inches or less in size shall be so
installed that there is a clear-
ance of not less than twelve (12)
inches in front of the cleanout.
Cleanouts in piping larger than
two (2) inches shall have a
clearance of not less than eight-
een (18) inches in front of the
cleanout. Cleanouts in under-
floor piping shall be extended to
or above the finished floor or
shall be extended outside the
building when there is less than
eighteen (18) inches vertical
and thirty (30) inches horizontal
clearance from the means of
access to such cleanout. No
underfloor cleanout in any resi-
dential occupancy shall be lo-
cated more than twenty (20) feet
from an access door, trap door,
or crawl hole.
(c) Cleanout fittings shall be not
less in size than those estab-
lished by the building official.
(d) Each horizontal drainage pipe
shall be provided with a
cleanout at its upper terminal
and each run of piping, which is
more than one hundred (100)
feet (30.4 m) in total developed
length, shall be provided with a
cleanout for each one hundred
(100) feet (30.4 m), or fraction
thereof, in length of such piping.
(1) Cleanouts may be omitted
on a horizontal drain line
less than five (5) feet (1.5 m)
in length unless such line is
serving sinks or urinals.
(2) Cleanouts may be omitted
on any horizontal drainage
pipe installed on a slope of
seventy-two (72) degrees or
less from the vertical angle
(angle of one-fifth (1/5)
bend).
(3) Excepting the building drain
and its horizontal branches,
a cleanout shall not be re-
quired on any pipe or piping
which is above the first floor
of the building.
(4) An approved type of two-way
cleanout fitting, installed in-
side the building wall near
the connection between the
building drain and building
sewer or installed outside of
a building at the lower end of
a building drain and extend-
ed to grade, may be substi-
tuted for an upper terminal
cleanout.
(e) Each vertical drainage pipe
which has a double sanitary tee
installed shall be provided with a
cleanout within a distance of
thirty-six (36) inches above or
below the centerline of the sani-
tary tee.
(f) Each drainage pipe penetrating
the lowest floor level of any
structure shall be provided with
a cleanout located not less than
six (6) nor more than thirty (30)
inches above the lowest floor
level.
(g) An additional cleanout shall be
provided in a horizontal line for
each aggregate change of direc-
tion exceeding one hundred and
thirty-five (135) degrees.
(h) Each cleanout shall be installed
so that it opens in a direction
opposite to the flow of the soil or
waste or at right angles thereto
and, except in the case of "wye"
branch and end-of-line
cleanouts, shall be installed ver-
tically above the flow line of the
pipe.
(i) Each cleanout extension shall be
considered as drainage piping
and each ninety (90) degree
cleanout extension shall be ex-
tended from a "Y" type fitting or
other approved fitting of equiva-
lent sweep.
(j) Each cleanout for an interceptor
shall be outside of such inter-
ceptor.
(k) Each cleanout, unless installed
under an approved cover plate,
shall be above grade, readily
accessible, and so located as to
serve the purpose for which it is
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intended. Cleanouts located un-
der cover plates shall be so in-
stalled as to provide the clear-
ances and accessibility required
by this section.
(l) Each cleanout in piping two (2)
inches or less in size shall be so
installed that there is a clear-
ance of not less than twelve (12)
inches in front of the cleanout.
Cleanouts in piping larger than
two (2) inches shall have a
clearance of not less than eight-
een (18) inches in front of the
cleanout. Cleanouts in under-
floor piping shall be extended to
or above the finished floor or
shall be extended outside the
building when there is less than
eighteen (18) inches vertical
and thirty (30) inches horizontal
clearance from the means of
access to such cleanout. No
underfloor cleanout in any resi-
dential occupancy shall be lo-
cated more than twenty (20) feet
from an access door, trap door,
or crawl hole.
(m) Cleanout fittings shall be not
less in size than those estab-
lished by the building official.
(n) Cleanouts shall be provided for
pressure drainage systems as
classified under section 708.
(o) Countersunk cleanout plugs
shall be installed where raised
heads may cause a hazard.
(p) When a hubless blind plug is
used for a required cleanout, the
complete coupling and plug
shall be accessible for removal
or replacement.
Section 712 Sumps and Ejectors. Amend-
ed to read:
Sec. 712. Drainage Of Fixtures Located
Below The Next Upstream Manhole
Or Below The Main Sewer Level.
When subsoil drainage systems are in-
stalled, they shall be discharged in-
to an approved sump or receiving
tank and shall be discharged in a
manner satisfactory to the adminis-
trative authority. The installation of
sump pumps or sump pump con-
nections, which discharge or cause
to be discharged, any storm water,
surface water, groundwater, roof
runoff, subsurface drainage, includ-
ing interior and exterior foundation
drains, floor drains used for collect-
ing storm water, uncontaminated
cooling water, or unpolluted indus-
trial process waters, to any sanitary
sewer, is specifically prohibited.
Air conditioning water, drip pans, re-
frigeration water or cooling tower
water may be discharged into a
sanitary sewer if the same comes
from equipment so designed that
the total rate of discharge from the
premises served on such sewer
cannot exceed five (5) gallons per
minute.
Section 715.2 Material. Amended to read:
Sec. 715.2. Backwater Valves. Back-
water valves shall have bodies of
cast iron, brass, or other approved
materials, noncorrosive bearings,
seats and self-aligning discs, and
shall be so constructed as to insure
a positive mechanical seal and to
remain closed, except when dis-
charging wastes. Such valves shall
remain sufficiently open during pe-
riods of low flows to avoid screen-
ing of solids and shall not restrict
capacities or cause excessive tur-
bulence during peak loads. Unless
otherwise listed, valve access co-
vers shall be bolted type with gas-
ket and each valve shall bear the
manufacturer's name cast into body
and cover. Backwater valves shall
be installed so that their working
parts will be accessible for service
and repairs.
Section 902 Materials. Amended to read:
Sec. 902. Materials.
(a) Vent piping aboveground in
buildings shall be of brass pipe,
copper pipe, copper tube, type L
or type K, cast-iron soil pipe,
galvanized steel pipe, lead pipe,
ABS or PVC-DWV schedule 40
plastic pipe.
(1) No galvanized steel pipe
shall be used underground
and shall be kept at least six
(6) inches aboveground.
(2) ABS and PVC DWV piping
installations shall be limited
to structures not exceeding
three (3) floors above grade.
For the purpose of this sub-
section, the first floor of a
building shall be that floor
that has fifty percent (50%)
or more of the exterior wall
surface area level with or
above finished grade. One
(1) additional level that is the
first level and not designed
for human habitation and
used only for vehicle park-
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ing, storage, or similar use
shall be permitted.
(b) Vent piping underground shall
be cast-iron soil pipe, copper
tube type L or type K, ABS or
DWV schedule 40 plastic pipe.
(c) Vent fittings shall be cast-iron,
galvanized malleable iron or
galvanized steel, lead, copper,
brass, ABS or PVC schedule 40
or other approved materials ex-
cept that no galvanized mallea-
ble iron or galvanized steel fit-
tings shall be used underground
and shall be kept at least six (6)
inches aboveground.
(d) Changes in direction of vent pip-
ing shall be made by the appro-
priate use of approved fittings
and, with the exception of cop-
per tube, no such pipe shall be
strained or bent. Burred ends
shall be reamed to the full bore
of the pipe.
Section 904 Outdoor Vent Extensions.
Amended to read:
Sec. 904. Vent Termination.
(a) Each vent pipe or stack shall ex-
tend through its flashing and
shall terminate vertically not less
than six (6) inches above the
roof nor less than one (1) foot
from any vertical surface.
(b) Each vent shall terminate not
less than ten (10) feet from, or
at least three (3) feet above any
openable window, door, open-
ing, air intake, or vent shaft, nor
less than three (3) feet in every
direction from any lot line; alley
and street excepted.
(c) Vent pipes shall be extended
separately or combined, of full
required size, not less than six
(6) inches above the roof or fire
wall. Flagpoling of vents is pro-
hibited except where the roof is
used for purposes other than
weather protection. All vents
within ten (10) feet of any part of
the roof that is used for such
other purposes shall extend not
less than seven (7) feet above
such roof and shall be securely
stayed.
(d) Vent pipes for outdoor installa-
tions shall extend at least ten
(10) feet above ground and shall
be securely supported.
(e) Joints at the roof around vent
pipes shall be made watertight
by the use of approved flashings
or flashing material.
(f) Frost Or Snow Closure. Where
frost or snow closure is likely to
occur in locations having mini-
mum design temperature below
0 degrees F, vent terminals
shall be a minimum of three (3)
inches in diameter but in no
event smaller than the required
vent pipe. The change in diame-
ter shall be made inside the
building at least one (1) foot be-
low the roof and terminate not
less than ten (10) inches above
the roof, or as required by the
administrative authority.
Section 1003.3.1 Grease Interceptors and
Automatic Grease Removal Devices Required.
Amended to read:
Sec. 1003.3.1. Grease Interceptors
And Automatic Grease Removal
Devices Required. A grease inter-
ceptor or automatic grease removal
device shall be required to receive
the drainage from fixtures and
equipment with grease laden waste
located in food preparation areas,
such as in restaurants, hotel kitch-
ens, hospitals, school kitchens,
bars, factory cafeterias and clubs.
Fixtures and equipment shall in-
clude pot sinks, prerinse sinks;
soup kettles or similar devices;
work stations; floor drains or sinks
into which kettles are drained and
automatic hood wash units. Grease
interceptors and automatic grease
removal devices shall receive waste
only from fixtures and equipment
that allow fats, oils or grease to be
discharged. Where lack of space or
other constraints prevent the instal-
lation or replacement of a grease
interceptor, one or more grease in-
terceptors shall be permitted to be
installed on or above the floor and
upstream of an existing grease in-
terceptor.
Section 1003.3.4 Hydromechanical Grease
Interceptors, Fats, Oils and Greases Disposal
Systems and Automatic Grease Removal De-
vices. Amended to read:
Sec. 1003.3.4. Grease Interceptors
And Automatic Grease Removal
Devices. Grease interceptors and
automatic grease removal devices
shall be sized in accordance with
PDI G101, ASME A112.14.3 ap-
pendix A, or ASME A112.14.4.
Grease interceptors and automatic
grease removal devices shall be
designed and tested in accordance
with PDI G101, ASME A112.14.3 or
ASME A112.14.4. Grease intercep-
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tors and automatic grease removal
devices shall be installed in accord-
ance with the manufacturer's in-
structions and maintained in ac-
cordance with the manufacturer's
instructions and the city of Dubuque
FOG program.
Chapter 14 Subsurface Landscape Irriga-
tion Systems. Deleted.
Section 3. Section 14-1H-7 of the City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances is amended by
repealing Section 14-1H-7 and enacting a new
Section 14-1H-7 in lieu thereof as follows:
14-1H-7: MECHANICAL AND PLUMBING
CODE BOARD OF APPEALS:
A. Board Created: In order to hear and
decide appeals of orders, decisions,
or determinations made by the code
official relative to the application
and interpretation of this code,
there shall be and is hereby created
a Mechanical and Plumbing Code
Board of Appeals. The Mechanical
and Plumbing Code Board of Ap-
peals shall be appointed by the City
Council and shall hold office at its
pleasure.
B. Membership: The Mechanical and
Plumbing Code Board of Appeals
shall consist of seven (7) residents
of the city, appointed by the City
Council for a term of three (3) years
or until such member's successor is
appointed and qualified. Vacancies
must be filled in the same manner
as original appointments.
1. Special Qualifications. The Me-
chanical and Plumbing Code
Board of Appeals shall consist
of seven (7) individuals eighteen
(18) years of age or older, from
each of the following profes-
sions or disciplines:
a. Two (2) at-large members;
b. Five (5) members who pos-
sess a minimum of one of
the following requirements:
minimum of five (5) years
working experience in the
plumbing or mechanical
trade, hold a state certifica-
tion as a mechanical or
plumbing contractor, li-
censed mechanical or hy-
draulic engineer, or any
combination thereof.
C. Oath: Each person, upon appoint-
ment or reappointment to the board,
must execute an oath of office at
the first meeting of the board follow-
ing appointment or reappointment
or at the city clerk's office any time
prior to the first meeting of the
board following the appointment or
reappointment.
D. Officers/Organization: The board
must choose annually a chairper-
son and vice-chairperson, each to
serve a term of one (1) year. The
mechanical inspector for the City of
Dubuque is the secretary of the
board. The board must fill a vacan-
cy among its officers for the re-
mainder of the officer’s unexpired
term.
E. Compensation: Members serve
without compensation, provided
that they may receive reimburse-
ment for necessary travel and other
expenses while on official board
business within the limits estab-
lished in the city administrative poli-
cies and budget.
F. Disqualification of Member: A mem-
ber shall not hear an appeal in
which that member has a personal,
professional, or financial interest.
G. Application for Appeal:
1. Any person affected by a deci-
sion of the code official or a no-
tice or order issued under this
code shall have the right to ap-
peal to the Mechanical and
Plumbing Code Board of Ap-
peals, provided a written appli-
cation for appeal is filed within
twenty (20) days after the day
the decision, notice, or order
was served.
2. An application for appeal shall be
based on a claim that the true
intent of this code or the rules
legally adopted thereunder have
been incorrectly interpreted, the
provisions of this code do not
fully apply, or an equally good or
better form of construction is
proposed.
H. Limitations on Authority (Board
Powers):
1. The board has the following
powers, duties, and responsibili-
ties:
a. To advise the city council on
all mechanical and plumbing
code regulations and proce-
dures.
b. To serve as an appeal body
for the decisions of the code
official or the code official's
designee.
c. To provide for reasonable in-
terpretations of the mechan-
ical and plumbing code.
Book 146 Regular Session, June 6, 2016 249
The Mechanical and Plumbing Code Board
of Appeals does not have the authority to
waive the requirements of this code.
I. Notice of Meeting: The board shall
meet upon notice from the chair-
man, within not less than ten (10)
days and not more than sixty (60)
days of the filing of an appeal, at
stated periodic meetings, or at the
written request of a majority of the
members.
J. Open Hearing:
1. Hearings before the board shall
be open to the public and in
compliance with the provisions
of the Iowa open meetings law.
2. The appellant, the appellant’s
representative, the code official,
and any person whose interests
are affected shall be given an
opportunity to be heard.
K. Hearing Procedure:
1. The board shall adopt and make
available to the public through
the secretary procedures under
which a hearing will be conduct-
ed. The procedures shall not re-
quire compliance with strict
rules of evidence, but shall
mandate that only relevant in-
formation be received.
2. A quorum shall consist of a min-
imum of two-thirds (2/3) of the
board membership.
3. Members of the board shall at-
tend at least two-thirds (2/3) of
all regularly scheduled and held
meetings within a twelve (12)
month period. If any member
does not attend such prescribed
number of meetings, it shall
constitute grounds for the board
to recommend to the city council
that the member be replaced.
The attendance of all members
shall be entered upon the
minutes of all meetings.
4. The code official shall file with
the city council a copy of the
minutes of each meeting of the
board within ten (10) working
days after each such meeting.
5. All administrative, personnel, ac-
counting, budgetary, and pro-
curement policies of the city
shall govern the board in its op-
erations.
6. Removal: The city council may
remove any member for cause
upon written charges and after a
public hearing.
L. Postponed Hearing: Either the city or
the appellant may request a post-
ponement of a hearing subject to
the approval of the code official. In
no event may a postponement ex-
ceed ninety (90) days beyond the
date of the appeal.
M. Board Decision on Appeals: The
board may, by majority vote, affirm,
modify, or reverse the decision of
the code official.
N. Resolution: The decision of the
board shall be by resolution. A writ-
ten copy shall be furnished to the
appellant and placed in city records.
O. Administration: The code official
shall take immediate action in ac-
cordance with the decision of the
board.
P. Court Review: Any person, whether
or not a previous party to the ap-
peal, shall have the right to apply to
the appropriate court for a writ of
certiorari to correct errors of law.
Application for review shall be
made in the manner and time re-
quired by law following the filing of
the decision in the office of the code
official chief administrative officer.
Q. Stays of Enforcement: Appeals of
notice and orders (other than Immi-
nent Danger notices) shall stay the
enforcement of the notice and order
until the appeal is heard by the ap-
peals board.
Section 4. This Ordinance takes effect July
1, 2016.
Passed, approved, and adopted the 6th day
of June, 2016.
/s/Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: /s/Kevin Firnstahl, City Clerk
Summary published officially in the Telegraph
Herald newspaper on the 24th day of June,
2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
OFFICIAL PUBLICATION
ORDINANCE NO. 27-16
AMENDING CITY OF DUBUQUE CODE OF
ORDINANCES TITLE 14 BUILDING AND
DEVELOPMENT, CHAPTER 1 BUILDING
CODES, ARTICLE B RESIDENTIAL CODE,
SECTIONS 14-1B-1 INTERNATIONAL RESI-
DENTIAL CODE ADOPTED AND 14-1B-2
INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE
AMENDMENTS BY REPEALING SUCH
SECTIONS AND ENACTING NEW SEC-
TIONS IN LIEU THEREOF ADOPTING THE
2015 INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. Section 14-1B-1 of the City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances is amended by
Book 146 Regular Session, June 6, 2016 250
repealing Section 14-1B-1 and enacting a new
Section 14-1B-1 in lieu thereof as follows:
14-1B-1: INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL
CODE ADOPTED:
Except as hereinafter added to, deleted,
modified, or amended, there is hereby adopted
by reference as the building code of the city
that certain building code known as the inter-
national residential code, 2015 edition, and as
published by the International Code Council,
Inc., and the provisions of such building code
shall be controlling in the construction, remod-
eling, maintenance, repair, and reconstruction
of one- and two-family residential buildings
and in all matters covered by such building
code within the corporate limits of the city and
shall be known as the "Dubuque residential
building code". A copy of the international res-
idential code, 2015 edition, as adopted, shall
be on file in the office of the city clerk for public
inspection.
Section 2. Section 14-1B-2 of the City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances is amended by
repealing Section 14-1B-2 and enacting the
following additions, deletions, modifications, or
amendments of the International Residential
Code, 2015 Edition, adopted in Section 14-1B-
1 to read as follows:
The following additions, deletions, modifi-
cations, or amendments of the international
residential code, 2015 edition, adopted in sec-
tion 14-1B-1 of this article to read as follows:
Section R102.7 Existing Structures.
Amended to read:
R102.7 Existing structures. The legal
occupancy of any structure existing
on the date of adoption of this code
shall be permitted to continue with-
out change, except as is specifically
covered in this code, the Interna-
tional Property Maintenance Code
as adopted by the City of Dubuque
in Title 14, Chapter 1, or the Inter-
national Fire Code as adopted by
the City of Dubuque in Title 14,
Chapter 1, or as is deemed neces-
sary by the code official for the
general safety and welfare of the
occupants and the public.
Section R103.1 Creation of Enforcement
Agency. Amended to read:
Sec. R103.1. Creation Of Enforcement
Agency. There is hereby estab-
lished in the city the building ser-
vices department, which shall be
under the jurisdiction of the code of-
ficial.
Section R105.5 Expiration. Amended to
read:
Sec. R105.5. Expiration. Every permit
issued shall become invalid unless
the work on the site authorized by
such permit is completed within one
year after its issuance. The code of-
ficial is authorized to grant, in writ-
ing, one or more extensions of time,
for periods not to exceed 180 days.
The extensions shall be requested
in writing and justifiable cause
demonstrated.
Section R112.1 through R112.4 replaced
with City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances Sec-
tion 14-1A-6.
Section R113 Violations. Amended to read:
Sec. R113. Violations. It shall be un-
lawful for any person, firm or corpo-
ration to erect, construct, enlarge,
alter, repair, move, improve, re-
move, convert or demolish, equip,
use, occupy or maintain any build-
ing or structure or cause or permit
the same to be done in violation of
this code.
The doing of any act, or the omission of
any act, declared to be unlawful by
this code, or any code or ordinance
herein adopted by reference shall
be deemed a separate offense for
each and every day or portion
thereof during which any such un-
lawful act is committed, continued
or permitted and upon conviction
shall be punishable as provided in
title 1 of the code of ordinances.
The penalty herein provided shall
be cumulative with and in addition
to the revocation, cancellation or
forfeiture of any license or permit
elsewhere in this code provided for
violation thereof.
A notice of violation is not required in
every situation and city staff may
issue a municipal infraction without
previously issuing a notice of viola-
tion.
Section R202 Definitions. Amendment to
“Building Official” and inclusion of
“Code Official”:
BUILDING OFFICIAL. See “CODE OFFI-
CIAL”.
CODE OFFICIAL. The officer or other des-
ignated authority charged with the ad-
ministration and enforcement of this
code, or a duly authorized representa-
tive. Any reference to “BUILDING OF-
FICIAL” in this code refers to “CODE
OFFICIAL”.
Section R302.2.2 Parapets for Townhous-
es. Deleted.
Section R302.2.3 Parapet Construction.
Deleted.
Section R303 Light, Ventilation and Heat-
ing. Deleted.
Section 310.1 Emergency Escape and
Rescue Opening Required. Amended
to read:
Book 146 Regular Session, June 6, 2016 251
Sec. R310.1. Emergency Escape And
Rescue Required. Basements, hab-
itable attics, and every sleeping
room shall have at least one (1) op-
erable emergency escape and res-
cue opening. Where basements
contain one or more sleeping
rooms, emergency egress and res-
cue openings shall be required in
each sleeping room. Where emer-
gency escape and rescue openings
are provided they shall have a sill
height of not more than 44 inches
(1118 mm) above the floor. Where
a door opening having a threshold
below the adjacent ground eleva-
tion serves as an emergency es-
cape and rescue opening and is
provided with a bulkhead enclosure,
the bulkhead enclosure shall com-
ply with section R310.3. The net
clear opening dimensions required
by this section shall be obtained by
the normal operation of the emer-
gency escape and rescue opening
from the inside. Emergency escape
and rescue openings with a finished
sill height below the adjacent
ground elevation shall be provided
with a window well in accordance
with section R310.2. Emergency
escape and rescue openings shall
open directly into a public way, or to
a yard or court that opens to a pub-
lic way.
Exceptions:
1. Basements used only to house
mechanical equipment and not
exceeding total floor area of 200
square feet (18.58 m2).
2. Basements without bedrooms
that provide a second stairway
that terminates in a room sepa-
rate from the first stairway.
3. The finished sill height may ex-
ceed 44 inches (1118 mm)
above the floor if approved by
the code official and the follow-
ing conditions are met:
a. The exterior finish grade is
more than 36 inches (914
mm) above the interior floor
level of the room, or altering
the exterior configuration of
the building would adversely
affect the historical signifi-
cance of the building.
b. A platform capable of sup-
porting a live load of 300
pounds shall be permanently
affixed at the interior of the
window. This platform shall
be no lower than 20 inches
(508 mm) above the floor
and no higher than 36 inch-
es (914 mm) above the floor.
The distance from the plat-
form to the finished sill
height shall not exceed 36
inches (914 mm). The plat-
form shall extend outward
from the wall a minimum of
24 inches (610 mm) and
shall be at least as wide as
the clear openable width of
the window.
c. The escape or rescue window
shall comply with section
R310.2.
d. The building is equipped with
smoke detectors installed in
accordance with section
R313.
Section 311.7.8.2 Continuity. Amended to
read:
Sec. R311.7.8.2. Continuity. Handrails
for stairways shall be continuous for
the full length of the flight, from a
point directly above the top riser of
the flight to a point directly above
the lowest riser of the flight. Hand-
rail ends shall be returned or shall
terminate in newel posts or safety
terminals. Handrails adjacent to a
wall shall have a space of not less
than 11/2 inch (38 mm) between
the wall and the handrails.
Exceptions:
1. Handrails shall be permitted to
be interrupted by a newel post
at a turn.
2. The use of a volute, turnout or
starting easing shall be allowed
over the lowest tread.
3. Top rails may be interrupted by
walls.
Section 313 Automatic Fire Sprinkler Sys-
tems. Deleted.
Section R404.1.2 Design of Masonry
Foundation Walls. Amended to read:
Sec. R404.1.2. Concrete Foundation
Walls. Concrete foundation walls
that support light-frame walls shall
be designed and constructed in ac-
cordance with the provisions of this
section, ACI 318, ACI 332 or PCA
100. Concrete foundation walls that
support above-grade concrete walls
that are within the applicability limits
of section R611.2 shall be designed
and constructed in accordance with
the provisions of this section, ACI
318, ACI 332 or PCA 100. When
ACI 318, ACI 332, PCA 100 or the
provisions of this section are used
to design concrete foundation walls,
Book 146 Regular Session, June 6, 2016 252
project drawings, typical details,
and specifications are not required
to bear the seal of the architect or
engineer responsible for design, un-
less otherwise required by the state
law of the jurisdiction having author-
ity.
Exception:
The following reinforcement re-
quirements may be used as an
alternative for 8" (204 mm) thick
concrete foundation walls be-
tween 96 (2438 mm) and 120
inches (3048 mm) in height: #4
bars 20 inches (508 mm) on
center vertically and #4 bars 24
inches (610 mm) on center hori-
zontally.
Section 405.1 Concrete or Masonry Foun-
dations. Amended to read:
R405.1 Concrete or masonry founda-
tions. Drains shall be provided around
concrete or masonry foundations that
retain earth and enclose habitable or
usable spaces located below grade.
Drainage tiles, gravel or crushed
stone drains, perforated pipe or other
approved systems or materials shall
be installed at or below the area to be
protected and shall discharge by
gravity or mechanical means into an
approved drainage system. Gravel or
crushed stone drains shall extend not
less than 1 foot (305 mm) beyond the
outside edge of the footing and 6
inches (152 mm) above the top of the
footing. The top of open joints of drain
tiles shall be protected with strips of
building paper. Except where other-
wise recommended by the drain
manufacturer, perforated drains shall
be surrounded with an approved filter
membrane or the filter membrane
shall cover the washed gravel or
crushed rock covering the drain.
Drainage tiles or perforated pipe shall
be placed on a minimum of 2 inches
(51 mm) of washed gravel or crushed
rock not less than one sieve size
larger than the tile joint opening or
perforation and covered with not less
than 6 inches (152 mm) of the same
material.
Exception: A drainage system is not
required where the foundation is
installed on well-drained ground
or sand-gravel mixture soils ac-
cording to the Unified Soil Clas-
sification System, Group I soils,
as detailed in Table R405.1.
Section N1101.14 (R401.3) Certificate
(Mandatory). Deleted.
Section N1102.4.1.2 (R402.4.1.2) Testing.
Deleted.
Section N1103.3.4 (R403.3.4) Duct Leak-
age (Prescriptive). Deleted.
Section N1103.3.5 (R403.3.5) Building
Cavities (Mandatory). Amended to read:
Section N1103.3.5 (R403.3.5) Building
Cavities (Mandatory). Exterior building framing
cavities shall not be used as ducts or plenums.
Section 2903.6 Determining Water Supply
Fixture Units. Amended to read:
Sec. P2603.6. Freezing. As Dubuque re-
quires a winter design temperature of
32 degrees Fahrenheit (0 degrees
Celsius) or lower as shown in table
R301.2(1) of this code, a water, soil
or waste pipe shall not be installed
outside of a building, in exterior walls,
in attics or crawl spaces, or in any
other place subjected to freezing
temperature unless adequate provi-
sion is made to protect it from freez-
ing by insulation or heat or both. Wa-
ter service pipe shall be installed not
less than 6 inches (152 mm) below
the frost line.
Section P2904 Dwelling Unit Fire Sprinkler
Systems. Deleted.
Chapter 30 Sanitary Drainage. Deleted.
Section P3114.3 Where Permitted.
Amended to read:
Sec. P3114.3. Where Permitted. Individ-
ual vents, branch vents, circuit vents
and stack vents shall be permitted to
terminate with a connection to an air
admittance valve when approved by
the building official or their agent in
cases where structural or existing
conditions do not allow for the termi-
nation of a vent to the exterior of the
structure.
Individual and branch type air admittance
valves shall vent only fixtures that are
on the same floor level and connect
to a horizontal branch drain.
Part VIII "Electrical" is hereby amended
by deleting chapters 34-43 in their en-
tirety.
Appendix A – Adopt
Appendix B – Adopt
Appendix C – Adopt
Appendix D – Adopt
Appendix E – Do Not Adopt
Appendix F – Do Not Adopt
Appendix G – Adopt
Appendix H – Adopt
Appendix I – Do Not Adopt
Appendix J – Adopt
Appendix K – Do Not Adopt
Appendix L – Do Not Adopt
Appendix M – Do Not Adopt
Appendix N – Adopt
Appendix O – Do Not Adopt
Book 146 Regular Session, June 6, 2016 253
Appendix P – Do Not Adopt
Appendix Q – Do Not Adopt
Appendix R – Do Not Adopt
Appendix S – Do Not Adopt
Appendix T – Do Not Adopt
Appendix U – Do Not Adopt
Section 3. This Ordinance takes effect July
1, 2016.
Passed, approved, and adopted the 6th day
of June, 2016.
/s/Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: /s/Kevin Firnstahl, City Clerk
Published officially in the Telegraph Herald
newspaper on the 24th day of June, 2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
11. WS Live - Amendment to Development
Agreement: City Manager recommending ap-
proval of the Second Amendment to Develop-
ment Agreement among and between the City
of Dubuque, Interstate Building, LLLP and WS
Live, LLC in order to correct the Termination
Date in Section 6.3 to June 1, 2017. Motion by
Lynch to receive and file the documents and
adopt Resolution No. 230-16 Approving the
Second Amendment to Development Agree-
ment among and between City of Dubuque,
Interstate Building, LLP, and WS Live, LLC.
Seconded by Connors. Motion carried 5-0 with
Del Toro abstaining for possible conflict of
interest as an employee of WS Live.
RESOLUTION NO. 230-16
APPROVING THE SECOND AMENDMENT
TO DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT AMONG
AND BETWEEN CITY OF DUBUQUE, IN-
TERSTATE BUILDING, LLLP, AND WS
LIVE, LLC
Whereas, a Development Agreement (the
Agreement), dated November 3, 2008, was
entered into by and between the City of Dubu-
que, a municipal corporation of the State of
Iowa (City), and Interstate Building, LLLP and
WS Live, LLC; and
Whereas, City, Interstate Building, LLLP,
and WS Live, LLC now desire to amend the
Development Agreement as set forth in the
attached Second Amendment.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the Second Amendment of
the Development Agreement among and be-
tween City, Interstate Building, LLLP, and WS
Live, LLC is hereby approved.
Section 2. That the Mayor is hereby au-
thorized and directed to execute said Second
Amendment on behalf of the City of Dubuque
and the City Clerk is authorized and directed to
attest to his signature.
Section 3. That the City Manager is author-
ized to take such actions as are necessary to
implement the terms of the Second Amend-
ment as herein approved.
Passed, approved and adopted this 6th day
of June, 2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
12. Resolution of Necessity for 210 Jones
Street Urban Revitalization: City Manager rec-
ommending approval of a Resolution of Ne-
cessity for an Urban Revitalization Area at 210
Jones Street. Motion by Lynch to receive and
file the documents and adopt Resolution No.
231-16 Resolution of Necessity finding that the
rehabilitation, conservation, redevelopment,
economic development, or a combination
thereof of 210 Jones Street in the City of
Dubuque, Iowa is necessary in the Interest of
public health, safety, or welfare of the resi-
dents of the City. Seconded by Resnick. Re-
sponding to questions from the City Council,
City Manager Van Milligen the Urban Revitali-
zation designation process and provided in-
formation on funding sources. Motion carried
6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 231-16
RESOLUTION OF NECESSITY FINDING
THAT THE REHABILITATION, CONSERVA-
TION, REDEVELOPMENT, ECONOMIC DE-
VELOPMENT, OR A COMBINATION
THEREOF OF 210 JONES STREET IN THE
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA IS NECESSARY
IN THE INTEREST OF PUBLIC HEALTH,
SAFETY, OR WELFARE OF THE RESI-
DENTS OF THE CITY
Whereas, as a preliminary step to exercis-
ing the authority to approve an area for urban
revitalization conferred upon Iowa municipali-
ties by Iowa Code Chapter 404, a municipality
must adopt a resolution finding that the reha-
bilitation, conservation, redevelopment, eco-
nomic development, or a combination thereof
of the area is necessary in the interest of pub-
lic health, safety, or welfare of the residents of
the city, and
Whereas, 210 Jones Street in the City of
Dubuque, Iowa according to the recorded plat
thereof (the Area) is the location of 210 Jones,
LLC (the Company); and
Whereas, the Area is located in an Urban
Renewal Area and the Company is proposing
an economic redevelopment of the Area; and
Whereas, the City Council finds that the
economic redevelopment of the Area is neces-
sary in the interest of the welfare of the resi-
dents of the City, and that the Area substan-
tially meets the criteria for urban revitalization
according to Iowa Code § 404.1.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Book 146 Regular Session, June 20, 2016 254
Section 1. 210 Jones Street in the City of
Dubuque, Iowa is appropriate as an economic
development area as defined in Iowa Code §
403.17, and is hereby designated the 210
Jones Street Urban Revitalization Area.
Section 2. The City Manager is hereby di-
rected to prepare a proposed Urban Revitali-
zation Plan for the 210 Jones Street Urban
Revitalization Area in conformance Iowa Code
Chapter 404 for review and approval by the
City Council.
Passed and approved this 6th day of June,
2016.
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
13. Request for Work Session - Bee
Branch Creek Restoration Project Walking
Tour: City Manager requesting the City Council
schedule a work session for another walking
tour of the Bee Branch Creek Restoration Pro-
ject for Monday, July 11, 2016 at 5:30 p.m.
The tour will start at the parking lot at Garfield
Avenue and Pine Street. Motion by Connors to
receive and file the documents and set the
work session as recommended. Seconded by
Lynch. Mayor Pro-Tem Jones stated that he
will not be able to attend the work session.
Motion carried 6-0.
COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS
Council Member Connors reported on a
presentation she made in the Council Cham-
bers to several groups of second grade stu-
dents on how a city works and congratulated
the teachers for providing the opportunity.
Mayor Pro-Tem Jones reported on the re-
cent delegation visit to Washington, DC and
the meetings with legislative staff. Jones re-
minded everyone to vote in the primary elec-
tion on Tuesday, June 7, 2016.
CLOSED SESSION
Motion by Connors at 8:16 p.m. to convene
in closed session to discuss pending litigation
and property acquisition pursuant to Chapter
21.5(1)(c), -(j) Code of Iowa. Seconded by
Lynch. Mayor Pro-Tem Jones stated for the
record that the attorney the City Council will
consult with on issues to be discussed in
closed session is Assistant City Attorney
Maureen Quann. Motion carried 6-0.
Upon motion the City Council reconvened
in open session at 8:35 p.m. having given staff
proper direction.
There being no further business, upon mo-
tion the City Council adjourned at 8:36 p.m.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, CMC, City Clerk
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
REGULAR SESSION
OFFICIAL
The Dubuque City Council met in regular
session at 6:30 p.m. on June 20, 2016 in the
Historic Federal Building, 350 W. 6th Street.
Present: Mayor Buol; Council Members
Connors (via telephone), Del Toro, Jones,
Lynch, Rios; City Manager Van Milligen, City
Attorney Lindahl
Absent: Council Member Resnick
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)
Northeast Iowa Community College (NICC)
50th Anniversary was accepted by NICC Pres-
ident Dr. Liang Chee Wee and Board of Trus-
tees Member Dan White.
CONSENT ITEMS
Motion by Lynch to receive and file the
documents, adopt the resolutions, and dispose
of as indicated. Seconded by Jones. Motion
carried 6-0.
1. Minutes and Reports Submitted: Cable
TV Commission of 6/8; City Council Proceed-
ings of 6/6; Civil Service Commission 6/2;
Housing Trust Fund Commission 6/1; Historic
Preservation Commission 5/19; Library Board
of Trustees Update 5/26; Long Range Plan-
ning Commission 5/19; Parks and Recreation
Commission 5/10; Zoning Advisory Commis-
sion 6/1; Zoning Board of Adjustments 5/26;
Proof of Publication for City Council Proceed-
ings of 5/16, 5/23 5/31; Proof of Publication for
Delinquent Water, Sewer, Refuse and Storm-
water Collection Accounts of 5/20, 5/27, 6/3;
Proof of Publication for List of Claims and
Summary of Revenues for Month Ending 4/30.
Upon motion the documents were received
and filed.
2. Notice of Claims and Suits: Interstate
Power and Light Company for property dam-
age; Jerrod Wernimont for property damage.
Upon motion the documents were received,
filed and referred to the City Attorney.
Book 146 Regular Session, June 20, 2016 255
3. Disposition of Claims: City Attorney ad-
vising that the following claims have been re-
ferred to Public Entity Risk Services of Iowa,
the agent for the Iowa Communities Assurance
Pool: Interstate Power for property damage;
Jerrod Wernimont for property damage. Upon
motion the documents were received, filed and
concurred.
4. University of Iowa Recognizes City At-
torney Barry Lindahl: City Manager transmit-
ting the University of Iowa College of Law 150
People that recognizes City Attorney Barry
Lindahl. Upon motion the document was re-
ceived and filed.
5. Civil Service Commission - Certified
Lists: Civil Service Commission submitting the
certified lists for the positions of Bus Operator,
Landfill Equipment Operator, Police Officer
and Traffic Signal Technician II. Upon motion
the documents were received, filed and made
a Matter of Record.
June 2, 2016
Honorable Mayor and
Members of the City Council
In accordance with Chapter 400 of the
Code of Iowa, an examination for the position
of Bus Operator was administered on August
19, 2014. We hereby certify that the individuals
listed below have passed this written examina-
tion and the vacancy for this position should be
filled from this list and that this list will expire
on November 30, 2016.
Bus Operator
1. Chris Cullen 11. Robert Meloy
2. Steven Jochum 12. Michael Feltes
3. Justin Licht 13. Steven Ough
4. Mark Pillard 14. Lawrence Brooks
5. Ann Skemp 15. Jason Hardtke
6. Clay Wilwert 16. James Poll
7. Paul Bartlett 17. Barry Gibson
8. David Hanson 18. Robert Grant
9. Eugene Hohmann 19. Mark Welbes
10. Douglas Kuehn 20. Linda Langkamp
Eligible Employee:
Joyce Lucas
Respectfully submitted,
Dan White, Chairman
Civil Service Commission
June 2, 2016
Honorable Mayor and
Members of the City Council
In accordance with Chapter 400 of the
Code of Iowa, an examination for the position
of Landfill Equipment Operator was adminis-
tered on April 5, 2016. We hereby certify that
the individuals listed below have passed this
written examination and the vacancy for this
position should be made from this list and that
this list is good for two (2) years from above
date.
Landfill Equipment Operator
1. Mark Meyer 9. William Ganson
2. Daniel Petersen 10. Chase Kieffer
3. Nicholas McLaughlin 11. John Kirk
4. Tim Neuhaus 12. Drew Noel
5. Daniel Waller 13. Christopher Lep-
pert
6. Robert Barry 14. Kevin Merkes
7. F. Michael Gruber 15. Troy Kapparos
8. Jeffery Davis, Jr. 16. Brad Pettigout
Respectfully submitted,
Daniel White, Chairperson
Civil Service Commission
June 2, 2016
Honorable Mayor and
Members of the City Council
In accordance with Chapter 400 of the
Code of Iowa, an examination for the position
of Police Officer was administered on March 5,
2016. We hereby certify that the individuals
listed below have passed this written examina-
tion and the vacancy for this position should be
made from this list and that this list is good
until April 30, 2017.
Police Officer
1. Molly Kuhn 21. Joel Dronebarger
2. Matthew Goedken 22. Tyler Henning
3. Ross Salwolke, Jr. 23. Kyle Halverson
4. Dylan Doerges 24. Calvin Harridge
5. Evan Armour 25. Daniel Thoma
6. Taylor Hasken 26. Nathaniel Lech
7. Austin Jacobi 27. Joshua Besick
8. Khiry Loyd 28. Luke Hoerner
9. Peter Fleming 29. Nathan Kennicker
10. Ethan Lembke 30. Deavon Richards
11. Benjamin Basker-
ville
31. Blake Gallery
12. Casey Smith 32. Jacob Bardell
13. Austin Wagen-
hause
33. Nicholas Kennicker
14. Caleb Hoff 34. Courtney Dalton
15. Jonathan Mertz 35. Brianna Marzette
16. Trevor Calahan 36. Heather Ruplinger
17. Gary Pape 37. Damon Spencer
18. Sara Kruger 38. Jwan Brookins
19. Travis Glasgow 39. Zachary Nilles
20. Tanner William 40. Jonathan Soda-
wasser
Respectfully Submitted,
Daniel White, Chairperson
Civil Service Commission
June 2, 2016
Honorable Mayor and
Members of the City Council
In accordance with Chapter 400 of the
Code of Iowa, an examination for the position
of Traffic Signal Technician II was adminis-
Book 146 Regular Session, June 20, 2016 256
tered via take-home exam. We hereby certify
that the individuals listed below have passed
this “take-home” examination and the vacancy
for this position should be filled from this list
and that this list is good for two (2) years from
above date.
Traffic Signal Technician II
1. Jeremy Freiburger
2. Zach Dowell
3. Michael Clemen
4. Eric Trausch
Respectfully submitted,
Dan White, Chairman
Civil Service Commission
6. Iowa Department of Natural Resources -
NPDES Inspection: Correspondence from the
Iowa Department of Natural Resources provid-
ing the inspection report for the Water & Re-
source Recovery Center (W&RRC). Upon mo-
tion the documents were received, filed and
referred to the City Manager.
7. Kerper Court - Verified Claim to Renew
Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions: City
Manager recommending approval of a Verified
Claim that will extend the restrictions on use of
a property located on Kerper Court for a period
of 21 years from the date of recording. Upon
motion the documents were received, filed and
approved.
8. Stipulation of Settlement and Notice of
Voluntary Settlement - Menard, Inc. Property
Tax Appeal: City Attorney recommending ap-
proval of the Stipulation of Settlement and
Notice of Voluntary Settlement for the property
tax appeal filed by Menards, Inc. for property
located at 5300 Dodge St. Upon motion the
documents were received, filed and approved.
9. Order of Dismissal - Hillcrest Associates
Property Tax Appeal: City Attorney recom-
mending approval of the Order of Dismissal for
a property tax appeal filed by Hillcrest Associ-
ates for property located on Pasadena Drive.
Upon motion the documents were received,
filed and approved.
10. Charles Q. Foust - Pre-Annexation
Agreement: City Manager recommending ap-
proval of a Pre-Annexation Agreement with
Charles Q. Foust, property owner of Lot 11 in
Twin Ridge Subdivision. Upon motion the doc-
uments were received and filed and Resolution
No. 232-16 Approving a Pre-Annexation
Agreement between the City of Dubuque Iowa
and Charles Q. Frost was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 232-16
APPROVING A PRE-ANNEXATION
AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA AND CHARLES Q.
FOUST
Whereas, Charles Q. Foust , the owner of
the following described property in Dubuque
County, Iowa (the Property) have submitted to
the City Council of the City of Dubuque an
application for voluntary annexation of the
Property to the City of Dubuque:
Lot 11 in “Twin Ridge” Subdivision in
Table Mound Township, Dubuque
County, Iowa, according to the record-
ed plats thereof, subject to easements
and agreements of record; and
Whereas, Charles Q. Foust , have entered
into a Pre-annexation Agreement with the City
of Dubuque a copy of which is attached hereto
governing the future annexation of the Proper-
ty; and
Whereas, the Property is not subject to an
existing annexation moratorium; and
Whereas, the Property does not include
any state or railroad property; and
Whereas, Iowa Code Section 368.7 author-
izes the voluntary annexation of property in
Dubuque County, Iowa and the extension of
city limits by voluntary annexation; and
Whereas, the annexation of the Property is
consistent with the Comprehensive Plan of the
City of Dubuque, necessary for the future or-
derly growth and development of the City of
Dubuque, and will promote efficient and cost
effective extension of municipal services; and
Whereas, the City Council finds that the
annexation of the Property is in the public in-
terest.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The Pre-annexation Agreement
by and between Charles Q. Foust and the City
of Dubuque is hereby approved.
Passed, approved and adopted this 20th
day of June, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
11. LT Investments, LLC - Pre-Annexation
Agreement: City Manager recommending ap-
proval of a Pre-Annexation Agreement with LT
Investments, LLC for the subject property.
Upon motion the documents were received
and filed and Resolution No. 233-16 Approving
a Pre-Annexation Agreement between the City
of Dubuque Iowa and LT Investments, LLC
was adopted.
Book 146 Regular Session, June 20, 2016 257
RESOLUTION NO. 233-16
APPROVING A PRE-ANNEXATION
AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA AND LT INVESTMENTS,
LLC
Whereas, LT Investments, LLC, the owner
of the following described property in Dubuque
County, Iowa (the Property) have submitted to
the City Council of the City of Dubuque an
application for voluntary annexation of the
Property to the City of Dubuque:
Lot 2-1 of Miller Place in the NW ¼ of
Section 23, T88N, R2E (Table Mound
Township) of the 5th P.M., Dubuque
County, Iowa; and
Whereas, LT Investments, LLC has en-
tered into a Pre-annexation Agreement with
the City of Dubuque a copy of which is at-
tached hereto governing the future annexation
of the Property; and
Whereas, the Property is not subject to an
existing annexation moratorium; and
Whereas, the Property does not include
any state or railroad property; and
Whereas, Iowa Code Section 368.7 author-
izes the voluntary annexation of property in
Dubuque County, Iowa and the extension of
city limits by voluntary annexation; and
Whereas, the annexation of the Property is
consistent with the Comprehensive Plan of the
City of Dubuque, necessary for the future or-
derly growth and development of the City of
Dubuque, and will promote efficient and cost
effective extension of municipal services; and
Whereas, the City Council finds that the
annexation of the Property is in the public in-
terest.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The Pre-annexation Agreement
by and between LT Investments, LLC and the
City of Dubuque is hereby approved.
Passed, approved and adopted this 20th
day of June, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
12. Southwest Arterial Project Property
Acquisition – Valentine: City Manager recom-
mending acceptance of the Warranty Deed
and Grant of Easement for Parcel 149 owned
by Ronald, Marlene, and Gary Valentine relat-
ed to the Southwest Arterial Project. Upon
motion the documents were received and filed
and Resolution No. 234-16 Accepting a Deed
for the Southwest Arterial Project from Ronald
L. Valentine and Marlene Valentine, and Gary
L. Valentine; and Resolution No. 235-16 Ac-
cepting a Grant of Permanent Utility Easement
for the Southwest Arterial Project from Ronald
L. Valentine and Marlene Valentine, and Gary
L. Valentine were adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 234-16
ACCEPTING A DEED FOR THE SOUTH-
WEST ARTERIAL PROJECT FROM
RONALD L. VALENTINE AND MARLENE
VALENTINE, AND GARY L. VALENTINE
Whereas, the City of Dubuque entered into
an agreement for the purchase of real estate
for the Southwest Arterial Project with Ronald
L. Valentine and Marlene Valentine, husband
and wife, and Gary L. Valentine for the proper-
ty legally described as follows:
A PARCEL OF LAND SITUATED IN
PART OF LOT 1 OF 1 OF THE WEST
FRACTIONAL 1/2 OF THE NORTH-
WEST 1/4 OF SECTION 3, TOWNSHIP
88 NORTH, RANGE 2 EAST OF THE
5TH P.M., COUNTY OF DUBUQUE,
STATE OF IOWA as shown on the Ac-
quisition Plat attached hereto; and
Whereas, the terms of the agreement have
been satisfied.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA AS FOLLOWS:
1. The deed attached hereto is hereby ac-
cepted.
2. The City Clerk is authorized and directed
to record this resolution and the deed with the
Dubuque County Recorder.
Passed, approved and adopted this 20th
day of June, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
RESOLUTION NO. 235-16
ACCEPTING A GRANT OF PERMANENT
UTILITY EASEMENT FOR THE SOUTH-
WEST ARTERIAL PROJECT FROM
RONALD L. VALENTINE AND MARLENE
VALENTINE, AND GARY L. VALENTINE
Whereas, the City of Dubuque entered into
an agreement for the purchase of an ease-
ment for the Southwest Arterial Project with
Ronald L. Valentine and Marlene Valentine,
and Gary L. Valentine for the property legally
described as:
A PARCEL OF LAND SITUATED IN
PART OF LOT 1 OF 1 OF THE WEST
FRACTIONAL 1/2 OF THE NORTH-
WEST 1/4 OF SECTION 3, TOWN-
SHIP 88 NORTH, RANGE 2 EAST OF
THE 5TH P.M., COUNTY OF DUBU-
QUE, STATE OF IOWA as more par-
ticularly shown on the Permanent Utility
Easement exhibit attached hereto; and
Whereas, the terms of the agreement have
been satisfied.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA AS FOLLOWS:
1. The Grant of Permanent Utility Ease-
ment attached hereto is hereby accepted.
Book 146 Regular Session, June 20, 2016 258
2. The City Clerk is authorized and directed
to record this resolution and the Grant of
Easement with the Dubuque County Recorder.
Passed, approved and adopted this 20th
day of June, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
13. Purchase of Services Grant Funding
Recommendations: City Manager recommend-
ing approval of the recommended funding for
the Fiscal Year 2017 Purchase of Services
Grant applications as recommended by the
Community Development Advisory Commis-
sion. Upon motion the documents were re-
ceived, filed and approved.
14. Purchase of Services Grant Agreement
- Dubuque County Extension: City Manager
recommending approval of a Purchase of Ser-
vices Grant Agreement with Dubuque County
ISU Extension for Fiscal Year 2017. Upon mo-
tion the documents were received, filed and
approved.
15. Purchase of Services Grant Agreement
- Four Mounds Foundation: City Manager rec-
ommending approval of a Purchase of Ser-
vices Grant Agreement with Four Mounds
Foundation for Fiscal Year 2017. Upon motion
the documents were received, filed and ap-
proved.
16. Purchase of Services Grant Agreement
- Northeast Iowa School of Music: City Man-
ager recommending approval of a Purchase of
Services Grant Agreement with Northeast Io-
wa School of Music for Fiscal Year 2017. Upon
motion the documents were received, filed and
approved.
17. Contracted Services Agreement -
America's River Corporation: City Manager
recommending approval of the Contracted
Services Agreement with America's River Cor-
poration for Fiscal Year 2017. Upon motion the
documents were received, filed and approved.
18. Contracted Services Agreement -
Crescent Community Health Center: City
Manager recommending approval of the Con-
tracted Services Agreement with Crescent
Community Health Center for Fiscal Year
2017. Upon motion the documents were re-
ceived, filed and approved.
19. Contracted Services Agreement -
Dubuque Area Convention and Visitors Bu-
reau: City Manager recommending execution
of a Contracted Services Agreement with the
Dubuque Area Convention and Visitors Bureau
for Fiscal Year 2017. Upon motion the docu-
ments were received, filed and approved.
20. Contracted Services Agreement -
Dubuque Area Labor Management Council:
City Manager recommending approval of the
Contracted Services Agreement with the
Dubuque Area Labor-Management Council for
Fiscal Year 2017. Upon motion the documents
were received, filed and approved.
21. Contracted Services Agreement -
Dubuque Main Street: City Manager recom-
mending approval of the Contracted Services
Agreement with Dubuque Main Street for Fis-
cal Year 2017. Upon motion the documents
were received, filed and approved.
22. Contracted Services Agreement –
DuRide: City Manager recommending approv-
al of the Contracted Services Agreement with
DuRide for Fiscal Year 2017. Upon motion the
documents were received, filed and approved.
23. Contracted Services Agreement - Eve-
ry Child | Every Promise: City Manager rec-
ommending approval of a Contracted Services
Agreement with Every Child | Every Promise
for Fiscal Year 2017. Upon motion the docu-
ments were received, filed and approved.
24. Contracted Services Agreement - Hills
and Dales Senior Center Lifetime Program:
City Manager recommending approval of the
Contracted Service Agreement with Hills and
Dales Senior Center Lifetime Program for Fis-
cal Year 2017. Upon motion the documents
were received, filed and approved.
25. Contracted Services Agreement - In-
clusive Dubuque: City Manager recommending
approval of a Contracted Services Agreement
with Inclusive Dubuque for Fiscal Year 2017.
Upon motion the documents were received,
filed and approved.
26. Contracted Services Agreement - Op-
eration: New View Community Action Agency:
City Manager recommending approval of the
Contracted Services Agreement with Opera-
tion: New View Community Action Agency for
Fiscal Year 2017. Upon motion the documents
were received, filed and approved.
27. Contracted Services Agreement -
Community Foundation of Greater Dubuque /
Project H.O.P.E.: City Manager recommending
approval of a Contracted Services Agreement
with Community Foundation of Greater Dubu-
que / Project H.O.P.E. for Fiscal Year 2017.
Upon motion the documents were received,
filed and approved.
28. Contracted Services Agreement -
Washington Tool Library: City Manager rec-
ommending approval of the Contracted Ser-
Book 146 Regular Session, June 20, 2016 259
vices Grant Agreement with the Washington
Neighborhood Tool Library for Fiscal Year
2017. Upon motion the documents were re-
ceived, filed and approved.
29. Specific and Aggregate Stop Loss In-
surance Renewal: City Manager recommend-
ing approval to accept the proposal presented
by AIG for Health and Prescription Drug Plans
- Specific and Aggregate Stop Loss Insurance
for the plan year beginning July 1, 2016, and
ending June 30, 2017, and maintaining the
current specific stop loss amount. Upon motion
the documents were received, filed and ap-
proved.
30. Public Works Department Reorganiza-
tion: City Manager recommending approval of
the elimination of the current Street/Sewer
Maintenance Supervisor position and the crea-
tion of the position of Assistant Public Works
Director. It is further recommended that a Field
Supervisor position be created to assist the
Assistant Public Works Director with on-site
management of field operations. Upon motion
the documents were received, filed and ap-
proved.
31. U.S. Department of Housing and Urban
Development (HUD) Continuum of Care Spe-
cial Needs Assistance Program: City Manager
recommending approval of a one-year renewal
application to the Iowa Finance Authority and
to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban
Development for the administration of the Con-
tinuum of Care Special Needs Assistance Pro-
gram (formerly Shelter Plus Care Program),
which provides rental assistance to homeless
persons with disabilities. Upon motion the
documents were received and filed and Reso-
lution No. 236-16 Authorizing the Mayor to
execute an application for the Continuum of
Care Grant and Authorizing the Director of
Housing and Community Development and the
City Manager to approve the application was
adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 236-16
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE
AN APPLICATION FOR THE CONTINUUM
OF CARE GRANT AND AUTHORIZING THE
DIRECTOR OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT AND THE CITY MANAGER
TO APPROVE THE APPLICATION
Whereas, the Iowa Finance Authority on
behalf of the Iowa Balance of the Continuum of
Care has published notice requesting Federal
Fiscal Year 2016 Project Applications for Re-
newal Projects; and
Whereas, the U.S. Department of Housing
and Urban Development has published the
availability of the Continuum of Care grant for
the Collaborative Applicants including the Iowa
Balance of the Continuum of Care; and
Whereas, the U.S. Department of Housing
and Urban Development will publish the avail-
ability of the Continuum of Care grant for the
Project Applicants including the City of Dubu-
que Phoenix Housing Project; and
Whereas, the City of Dubuque has admin-
istered the Continuum of Care grant since
2007; and
Whereas, the City of Dubuque proposes to
continue administering the Continuum of Care
grant to assist homeless, disabled persons
with permanent supportive housing.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE IOWA:
Section 1: That the Mayor is hereby au-
thorized and directed to submit an application
to IFA and HUD for the Continuum of Care
program grant.
Section 2: That the Director of Housing and
Community Development and the City Manag-
er are hereby authorized to approve the appli-
cation that is submitted to IFA and to HUD.
Section 3: That the City Manager is hereby
authorized and directed to forward said appli-
cation and resulting standard executed con-
tract to the respective agencies in a timely
fashion and as required by the Iowa Finance
Authority and the U. S. Department of Housing
and Urban Development.
Passed, approved and adopted this 20th
day of June 2016.
Roy D Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
32. Environmental Review for Continuum
of Care Phoenix Housing: City Manager rec-
ommending approval for the Mayor to execute
the Environmental Review Determination as
the Certifying Officer for the City of Dubuque.
Upon motion the documents were received,
filed and approved.
33. 2016 Justice Assistance Grant (JAG)
Application: City Manager recommending ap-
proval to submit the 2016 Justice Assistance
Grant (JAG) application. Upon motion the doc-
uments were received, filed and approved.
34. Carnegie-Stout Public Library Maker
Space Project Award: City Manager recom-
mending award of the construction contract for
the Carnegie-Stout Public Library Maker
Space Project to the low bidder Tricon General
Construction, Inc. Upon motion the documents
were received and filed and Resolution No.
237-16 Awarding public improvement contract
for the Carnegie-Stout Public Library Maker
Space Project was adopted.
Book 146 Regular Session, June 20, 2016 260
RESOLUTION NO. 237-16
AWARDING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT CON-
TRACT FOR THE CARNEGIE-STOUT PUB-
LIC LIBRARY MAKER SPACE PROJECT
Whereas, sealed proposals have been
submitted by contractors for the Carnegie-
Stout Public Library’s (C-SPL) Maker Space
project, (the Project) pursuant to Resolution
No. 174-16 and Notice to Bidders published in
a newspaper published in the City of Dubuque,
Iowa on the 6th day of May, 2016; and
Whereas, said sealed proposals were
opened and read on the 3rd day of June, 2016
and it has been determined that Tricon Gen-
eral Construction, Inc. of Dubuque, Iowa with a
bid in the amount of $148,700.00 is the lowest
responsive, responsible bidder for the Project.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
That a Public Improvement Contract for the
Project is hereby awarded to Tricon General
Construction, Inc. and the City Manager is
hereby directed to execute a Public Improve-
ment Contract on behalf of the City of Dubu-
que for the Project.
Passed, approved and adopted this 20th
day of June, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
35. Workers' Compensation Excess Insur-
ance Renewal Fiscal Year 2016: City Manager
recommending approval of the renewal rate
submitted by current carrier, Safety National,
for Fiscal Year 2017 Workers' Compensation
Express Insurance. Upon motion the docu-
ments were received, filed and approved.
36. Public, Educational, and Government
(PEG) Capital Grant Expenditure Request:
City Manager recommending approval of the
Cable TV Commission recommendations for
funding from the Public, Educational, and
Government (PEG) Capital Grant for Access
Equipment and Facilities for Loras College and
for Dubuque Community Schools for digital
routing upgrades to their control rooms to al-
low them to send true digital signals to Media-
com. Upon motion the documents were re-
ceived, filed and approved.
37. Iowa Department of Transportation
(DOT) Agreement - Chavenelle Rd Hike/Bike
Trail: City Manager recommending authoriza-
tion for the Mayor to sign the Federal Aid
Agreement for Transportation Alternative Pro-
gram and the DMATS TAP Agreement for
funding the Chavenelle Road Hike/Bike Trail
between Seippel Road and the NW Arterial.
Upon motion the documents were received
and filed and Resolution No. 238-16 Approving
the Dubuque Metropolitan Area Transportation
Study (DMATS) Transportation Alternatives
Program (TAP) Agreement; and Resolution
No. 239-16 Approving the Iowa Department of
Transportation Federal Aid Agreement for a
Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP)
Project Earmark Funded Project were adopt-
ed.
RESOLUTION NO. 238-16
APPROVING THE DUBUQUE METROPOLI-
TAN AREA TRANSPORTATION STUDY
(DMATS) TRANSPORTATION ALTERNA-
TIVES PROGRAM (TAP) AGREEMENT
Whereas, the City of Dubuque is proceed-
ing with the Chavenelle Road Hike/Bike Trail
Project; and
Whereas, the trail will be located on the
north side of Chavenelle Road from Seippel
Road to the NW Arterial (IA 32); and
Whereas, the Chavenelle Road Hike/Bike
Trail project will involve the construction of a
10 foot wide asphalt trail from IA 32 (NW Arte-
rial to Seippel Road). The project is planned to
be constructed in 2017 and will provide a mul-
ti-modal connection to the NW Arterial
Hike/Bike Trail, the Bergfeld Pond Trail and
Seippel Road. Ultimately the trail will provide a
connection to the SW Arterial. This trail will
connect users to the Mississippi River Trail;
and
Whereas, the DMATS Policy Board has
authorized the use of federal funds for eligible
costs for the Chavenelle Road Hike/Bike Trail.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That said DMATS TAP agree-
ment between the City of Dubuque and
DMATS be hereby approved for the Cha-
venelle Road Hike/Bike Trail from Seippel
Road to the NW Arterial (IA 32).
Section 2. That the Mayor be authorized
and directed to execute two copies of the
DMATS TAP agreement between the City of
Dubuque and DMATS be hereby approved for
the Chavenelle Road Hike/Bike Trail from
Seippel Road to the NW Arterial (IA 32).
Passed, approved and adopted this 20th
day of June, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
RESOLUTION NO. 239-16
APPROVING THE IOWA DEPARTMENT OF
TRANSPORTATION FEDERAL AID
AGREEMENT FOR A TRANSPORTATION
ALTERNATIVES PROGRAM (TAP) PRO-
JECT EARMARK FUNDED PROJECT
Whereas, the City of Dubuque is proceed-
ing with the Chavenelle Road Hike/Bike Trail
Project; and
Whereas, the trail will be located on the
north side of Chavenelle Road from Seippel
Road to the NW Arterial (IA 32); and
Book 146 Regular Session, June 20, 2016 261
Whereas, the Chavenelle Road Hike/Bike
Trail project will involve the construction of a
10 foot wide asphalt trail from IA 32 (NW Arte-
rial to Seippel Road). The project is planned to
be constructed in 2017 and will provide a mul-
ti-modal connection to the NW Arterial
Hike/Bike Trail, the Bergfeld Pond Trail and
Seippel Road. Ultimately the trail will provide a
connection to the SW Arterial. This trail will
connect users to the Mississippi River Trail;
and
Whereas, the Iowa Department of Trans-
portation (Iowa DOT) has authorized the use
of federal funds for eligible costs for the Cha-
venelle Road Hike/Bike Trail.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That said Iowa DOT Federal Aid
Agreement For a Transportation Alternatives
Program (TAP) Project Earmark Funded Pro-
ject (Agreement 17-EDP-101) between the
City of Dubuque and the Iowa Department of
Transportation be hereby approved for the
Chavenelle Road Hike/Bike Trail from Seippel
Road to the NW Arterial (IA 32).
Section 2. That the Mayor be authorized
and directed to execute two copies of Iowa
DOT Federal Aid Agreement For a Transporta-
tion Alternatives Program (TAP) Project Ear-
mark Funded Project (Agreement 17-EDP-
101) between the City of Dubuque and the
Iowa Department of Transportation be hereby
approved for the Chavenelle Road Hike/Bike
Trail from Seippel Road to the NW Arterial (IA
32).
Passed, approved and adopted this 20th
day of June, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
38. South Fork Catfish Creek to Timber-
Hyrst #4 North Line Creek Crossings 2016
Project Acceptance: City Manager recom-
mending acceptance of the public improve-
ment construction contract for the Timber
Hyrst Estates #4 Sanitary Sewer North Line
Project as completed by Connolly Construc-
tion, Inc. Upon motion the documents were
received and filed and Resolution No. 240-16
Accepting the Timber Hyrst Estates #4 Sani-
tary Sewer North Line Project and Authorizing
the Payment to the Contractor was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 240-16
ACCEPTING THE TIMBER HYRST ES-
TATES #4 SANITARY SEWER NORTH LINE
PROJECT AND AUTHORIZING THE PAY-
MENT TO THE CONTRACTOR
Whereas, the public improvement contract
for the Timber Hyrst Estates #4 Sanitary Sew-
er North Line Project (the Project) has been
completed by the Contractor, Connolly Con-
struction, Inc. (Contractor), the City Engineer
has examined the work and recommends that
the Project be accepted; and
Whereas, the final contract amount for the
Project is $40,376.58; and
Whereas, the Contractor has previously
been paid $38,357.75, leaving a balance of
$2,018.83; and
Whereas, the City Council finds that the
recommendation of the City Engineer should
be accepted.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The recommendation of the City
Engineer is approved and the Project is hereby
accepted.
Section 2. The Finance Director is hereby
directed to pay to the Contractor the balance
of the retainage of $2,018.83 as provided in
Iowa Code chapter 573, and to pay such re-
tainage in accordance with the provisions of
Iowa Code chapter 573 or Iowa Code chapter
26.13.
Passed, approved and adopted this 20th
day of June, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
CITY ENGINEER’S CERTIFICATE OF FINAL
COMPLETION OF THE TIMBER HYRST ES-
TATES #4 SANITARY SEWER NORTH LINE
PROJECT
The undersigned City Engineer of the City
of Dubuque, Iowa hereby certifies that he has
inspected the Timber Hyrst Estates #4 Sani-
tary Sewer North Line Project, and that said
Project has been performed in compliance with
the terms of the Public Improvement Contract,
and that the total cost of the completed work is
$46,433.06.
Dated this 13th day of June, 2016.
/s/Gus Psihoyos, City Engineer
Filed in the office of the City Clerk on the
14th day of June, 2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
39. South Fork Catfish Creek to Timber-
Hyrst #4 South Line Creek Crossings 2016
Project Acceptance: City Manager recom-
mending acceptance of the public improve-
ment construction contract for the Timber
Hyrst Estates #4 Sanitary Sewer South Line
Project as completed by Connolly Construc-
tion, Inc. Upon motion the documents were
received and filed and Resolution No. 241-16
Accepting the Timber Hyrst Estates #4 Sani-
tary Sewer South Line Project and Authorizing
the Payment to the Contractor was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 241-16
ACCEPTING THE TIMBER HYRST ES-
TATES #4 SANITARY SEWER SOUTH LINE
Book 146 Regular Session, June 20, 2016 262
PROJECT AND AUTHORIZING THE PAY-
MENT TO THE CONTRACTOR
Whereas, the public improvement contract
for the Timber Hyrst Estates #4 Sanitary Sew-
er South Line Project (the Project) has been
completed by the Contractor, Connolly Con-
struction, Inc. (Contractor), the City Engineer
has examined the work and recommends that
the Project be accepted; and
Whereas, the final contract amount for the
Project is $89,860.09; and
Whereas, the Contractor has previously
been paid $85,367.08, leaving a balance of
$4,493.00; and
Whereas, the City Council finds that the
recommendation of the City Engineer should
be accepted.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The recommendation of the City
Engineer is approved and the Project is hereby
accepted.
Section 2. The Finance Director is hereby
directed to pay to the Contractor the balance
of the retainage of $4,493.00 as provided in
Iowa Code chapter 573, and to pay such re-
tainage in accordance with the provisions of
Iowa Code chapter 573 or Iowa Code chapter
26.13.
Passed, approved and adopted this 20th
day of June, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
CITY ENGINEER’S CERTIFICATE OF FINAL
COMPLETION OF THE TIMBER HYRST ES-
TATES #4 SANITARY SEWER SOUTH LINE
PROJECT
The undersigned City Engineer of the City
of Dubuque, Iowa hereby certifies that he has
inspected the Timber Hyrst Estates #4 Sani-
tary Sewer South Line Project, and that said
Project has been performed in compliance with
the terms of the Public Improvement Contract,
and that the total cost of the completed work is
$98,846.10.
Dated this 13th day of June, 2016.
/s/Gus Psihoyos, City Engineer
Filed in the office of the City Clerk on the 14th
day of June, 2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
40. Eagle Point Park Parking Lot Resurfac-
ing Project Acceptance: City Manager recom-
mending acceptance of the public improve-
ment construction contract for the Eagle Point
Parking Lot Resurfacing Project as completed
by River City Paving. Upon motion the docu-
ments were received and filed and Resolution
No. 242-16 Accepting the Eagle Point Parking
Lot Resurfacing Project and Authorizing the
Payment to the Contractor was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 242-16
ACCEPTING THE EAGLE POINT PARKING
LOT RESURFACING PROJECT AND AU-
THORIZING THE PAYMENT TO THE CON-
TRACTOR
Whereas, the public improvement contract
for the Eagle Point Parking Lot Resurfacing
Project (the Project) has been completed by
the Contractor, River City Paving (Contractor),
the City Engineer has examined the work and
recommends that the Project be accepted; and
Whereas, the final contract amount for the
Project is $68,081.18; and
Whereas, the Contractor has previously
been paid $64,677.13, leaving a balance of
$3,404.06; and
Whereas, the City Council finds that the
recommendation of the City Engineer should
be accepted.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The recommendation of the City
Engineer is approved and the Project is hereby
accepted.
Section 2. The Finance Director is hereby
directed to pay to the Contractor the balance
of the retainage of $3,404.06 as provided in
Iowa Code chapter 573, and to pay such re-
tainage in accordance with the provisions of
Iowa Code chapter 573 or Iowa Code chapter
26.13.
Passed, approved and adopted this 20th
day of June, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
CITY ENGINEER’S CERTIFICATE OF FINAL
COMPLETION OF THE EAGLE POINT
PARKING LOT RESURFACING PROJECT
The undersigned City Engineer of the City
of Dubuque, Iowa hereby certifies that he has
inspected the Eagle Point Parking Lot Resur-
facing Project, and that said Project has been
performed in compliance with the terms of the
Public Improvement Contract, and that the
total cost of the completed work is $72,956.87.
Dated this 10th day of June, 2016.
/s/Gus Psihoyos, City Engineer
Filed in the office of the City Clerk on the
14th day of June, 2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
41. SRF Green Alley Project Bid Set 6 -
Year 1 Project Acceptance: City Manager rec-
ommending acceptance of the construction
contract and the establishment of the Final
Schedule of Assessments for the SRF Green
Alley Bid Set 6 – Year 1 Project as completed
by Drew Cook and Sons Excavating. Upon
motion the documents were received and filed
and Resolution No. 243-16 Accepting the SRF
Book 146 Regular Session, June 20, 2016 263
Green Alley Project - Bid Set 6 - Year 1 and
Authorizing the Payment of the Contract
Amount to the Contractor; and Resolution No.
244-16 Adopting the Final Assessment
Schedule for the SRF Green Alley Project - Bid
Set 6 Year 1 were adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 243-16
ACCEPTING THE SRF GREEN ALLEY
PROJECT - BID SET 6 YEAR 1 AND AU-
THORIZING THE PAYMENT OF THE CON-
TRACT AMOUNT TO THE CONTRACTOR
Whereas, the Public Improvement Contract
for the SRF Green Alley Project - Bid Set 6
Year 1 (the Project) has been completed and
the City Engineer has examined the work and
filed a certificate stating that the Project has
been completed according to the terms of the
Public Improvement Contract and that the City
Engineer recommends that the Project be ac-
cepted; and
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The recommendation of the City
Engineer is approved and the Project is hereby
accepted.
Section 2. The Finance Director is hereby
directed to pay to the Contractor from the SRF
Green Alley Project fund for the contract
amount of $274,347.80 less any retained per-
centage provided for therein as provided in
Iowa Code chapter 573, and to pay such re-
tainage only in accordance with the provisions
of Iowa Code chapter 573.
Passed, approved and adopted this 20th
day of June, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
CITY ENGINEER’S CERTIFICATE OF FINAL
COMPLETION OF THE SRF GREEN ALLEY
PROJECT - BID SET 6 YEAR 1
The undersigned City Engineer of the City
of Dubuque, Iowa hereby certifies that he has
inspected the SRF Green Alley Project - Bid
Set 6 Year 1, that the Project has been per-
formed in compliance with the terms of the
Public Improvement Contract, and that the
total cost of the completed work is
$301,782.58.
Dated this 10th day of June, 2016.
/s/Gus Psihoyos, City Engineer
Filed in the office of the City Clerk on the
20th day of June, 2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
RESOLUTION NO. 244-16
ADOPTING THE FINAL ASSESSMENT
SCHEDULE FOR THE SRF GREEN ALLEY
PROJECT - BID SET 6 YEAR 1
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
After full consideration, the Final Schedule
of Assessments as shown on the attached
sheet(s), Page 1 to Page 1 inclusive, is hereby
approved for the SRF Green Alley Project - Bid
Set 6 Year 1.
There is hereby assessed and levied as a
special tax against and upon each of the bene-
fited properties, the respective sums indicated.
The amounts shown in said Final Schedule of
Assessments as deficiencies are found to be
proper and levied conditionally against the
respective properties benefited by the im-
provements as shown in the Final Schedule of
Assessments, subject to the provisions of Iowa
Code § 384.63. Said assessments against
said lots are hereby declared to be in propor-
tion to the special benefits conferred and not in
excess of twenty-five percent of the value of
same.
The City Clerk be and is hereby directed to
certify the Final Schedule of Assessments to
the County Treasurer of Dubuque County,
Iowa and to publish notice of said certification
once each week for two consecutive weeks in
the manner provided in Iowa Code § 362.3,
the first publication of which shall be not more
than fifteen days from the date of filing of the
Final Schedule of Assessments. On or before
the date of the second publication of the no-
tice, the City Clerk shall also mail a copy of
said notice to property owners whose property
is subject to assessment, as provided in Iowa
Code § 384.60.
The assessments may be paid in full or in
part without interest at the office of the City
Treasurer, City Hall, 50 W. 13th Street, Dubu-
que, Iowa at any time within 30 days after the
date of the first notice of the Final Schedule of
Assessments. Thereafter, unpaid assessments
of $500.00 or more are payable in 15 annual
installments at the County Treasurer’s Office,
Dubuque County Courthouse, 720 Central
Avenue, Dubuque, Iowa and will draw annual
interest at three percent (3%) computed to
December 1 next following the due dates of
the respective installments as provided in Sec-
tion 384.65 of the Code of Iowa. Each install-
ment will be delinquent from October 1 follow-
ing its due date on July 1 of each year. How-
ever, when the last day of September is a Sat-
urday or Sunday, that amount shall be delin-
quent from the second business day of Octo-
ber. Delinquent installments will draw the
same delinquent interest as ordinary taxes.
Property owners may elect to pay any annual
installments semi-annually in advance.
Book 146 Regular Session, June 20, 2016 264
Passed, approved and adopted this 20th
day of June, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
FINAL SCHEDULE OF ASSESSMENTS
SRF GREEN ALLEY PROJECT BID SET 6 –
YEAR 1 ALLEY BETWEEN BALKE STREET
AND BURDEN STREET FROM
GROVELAND STREET TO LINK STREET
DATE: JUNE 24, 2016
The following schedule is hereby deter-
mined to show each lot proposed to be as-
sessed for the improvement shown in the title
together with the amount proposed to be as-
sessed against each lot and the valuations
shown opposite each lot are hereby fixed as
the true valuations of such lots by the City
Council of the City of Dubuque.
PARCEL NUMBER; PROPERTY OWNER
NAME; LOT DESCRIPTION; STREET AD-
DRESS; NET ASSESSED VALUATION; VAL-
UATION WITH IMPROVEMENT; NET PAV-
ING IMPROVEMENT COST; NET PAVING
IMPROVEMENT DEFICIENCY; TOTAL NET
ASSESSMENT
GROVELAND TO GOETHE BETWEEN BAL-
KE AND BURDEN
1013134001; Ross, Richard K; Lot 32
Belmont Add; 630 Groveland Pl; 117,120.00;
$117,750.68; $630.68; $0.00; $630.68
1013134002; Bjerke, Jan Rae; Lot 31 Bel-
mont Add; 2946 Balke St; 66,920.00;
$67,857.42; $937.42; $0.00; $937.42
1013134003; Johll, Sandra J; Lot 30 Bel-
mont Add; 2940 Balke St; 70,460.00;
$71,397.42; $937.42; $0.00; $937.42
1013134004; Baskerville, Susan J; Lot 29
Belmont Add; 2934 Balke St; 94,490.00;
$95,427.42; $937.42; $0.00; $937.42
1013134005; Hoover, Sarah M; Lot 28
Belmont Add; 2930 Balke St; 94,070.00;
$95,007.42; $937.42; $0.00; $937.42
1013134006; Johnson, Becky J; Lot 27
Belmont Add; 2920 Balke St; 76,500.00;
$78,737.42; $2,237.42; $0.00; $2,237.42
1013134007; Queck Capital Management
LLC/Janann Oertel; Lot 26 Belmont Add; 2916
Balke St; 79,030.00; $79,967.42; $937.42;
$0.00; $937.42
1013134008; Hesselman, Joseph M; Lot
25 Belmont Add; 2912 Balke St; 73,860.00;
$74,797.42; $937.42; $0.00; $937.42
1013134009; Reed, Mitchell A & Kim A;
Lot 24 Belmont Add; 2904 Balke St;
78,900.00; $79,837.42; $937.42; $0.00;
$937.42
1013134010; Kretz, Jamie S; Lot 121 Bur-
den & Lawthers Add; 680 Groveland Pl;
69,000.00; $71,198.60; $2,198.60; $0.00;
$2,198.60
1013134011; Kotz, Denis J & Anne M; Lot
122 & N 1/2 of Lot 123 Burden & Lawthers;
2929 Burden Ave; 94,910.00; $96,316.13;
$1,406.13; $0.00; $1,406.13
1013134012; Watters, Chris L & Joan R; S
1/2 of Lot 123 Burden & Lawthers; 2923 Bur-
den Ave; 79,000.00; $79,468.71; $468.71;
$0.00; $468.71
1013134013; Cain Jr., Kenneth J & Tabitha
A; N 47' of Lot 124 Burden & Lawthers; 2919
Burden Ave; 95,920.00; $96,801.17; $881.17;
$0.00; $881.17
1013134014; Engler, Justin J.; Lot 125 & S
3' of Lot 124 Burden & Lawthers Add; 2915
Burden Ave; 87,100.00; $88,093.66; $993.66;
$0.00; $993.66
1013134015; Lewis, Marjorie C Rentals;
Lot 126 Burden & Lawthers Add; 2909 Burden
Ave; 74,570.00; $75,507.42; $937.42; $0.00;
$937.42
1013134016; Buelow, Thomas J; Lot 127
Burden & Lawthers Add; 2905 Burden Ave;
82,200.00; $83,137.42; $937.42; $0.00;
$937.42
GOETHE TO LAWTHER BETWEEN BALKE
AND BURDEN
1013138001; Brooks, Robert G & Eunice
M; Lot 23 Belmont Add; 2860 Balke St;
123,770.00; $124,707.42; $937.42; $0.00;
$937.42
1013138002; White, Cynthia M; Lot 22
Belmont Add; 2834 Balke St; 100,130.00;
$101,067.42; $937.42; $0.00; $937.42
1013138003; Freihoefer, David C; Lot 20 &
21 Belmont Add; 2830 Balke St; 84,950.00;
$86,824.84; $1,874.84; $0.00; $1,874.84
1013138004; Joseph D. McQuillen; Lot 19
Belmont Add; 2826 Balke St; 69,290.00;
$70,227.42; $937.42; $0.00; $937.42
1013138005; Katrichis, Andrew; Lot 128
Burden & Lawthers Add; 2841 Burden Ave;
88,120.00; $89,057.42; $937.42; $0.00;
$937.42
1013138006; Motsch, Debra E A/K/A
Motsch, Deb E; Lot 129 Burden & Lawthers
Add; 2837 Burden Ave; 85,460.00;
$86,397.42; $937.42; $0.00; $937.42
1013138007; Buse, David T & Jennifer A;
Lot 130 Burden & Lawthers Add; 2833 Burden
Ave; 83,130.00; $84,067.42; $937.42; $0.00;
$937.42
1013138008; Westmark, Steven J & Sher-
rie A; Lot 131 Burden & Lawthers Add; 2829
Burden Ave; 87,430.00; $88,367.42; $937.42;
$0.00; $937.42
1013138009; Blocklinger, Kevin M Sr. &
Kimberly A; Lot 132 Burden & Lawthers Add;
2825 Burden Ave; 94,170.00; $95,107.42;
$937.42; $0.00; $937.42
LAWTHER TO STRAUSS BETWEEN BALKE
AND BURDEN
1013180001; Vallee, Chris C & Masterpol,
Anna M; Lot 18 Belmont Add; 2824 Balke St;
89,470.00; $90,407.42; $937.42; $0.00;
$937.42
Book 146 Regular Session, June 20, 2016 265
1013180002; Prull, Marcus; Lot 17 & N 1/2
of Lot 16 Belmont Add; 2816 Balke St;
113,240.00; $114,646.13; $1,406.13; $0.00;
$1,406.13
1013180003; Weber, Patricia J; Lot 15 & S
1/2 of Lot 16 Belmont Add; 2812 Balke St;
92,210.00; $93,616.13; $1,406.13; $0.00;
$1,406.13
1013180004; Palm, Judith A Revoc Living
Tr Dated 7/2/07; Lot 14 Belmont Add; 2800
Balke St; 76,040.00; $76,977.42; $937.42;
$0.00; $937.42
1013180005; Donovan, Robert A & Patrick
J; Lot 133 Burden & Lawthers Add; 2819 Bur-
den Ave; 87,250.00; $88,187.42; $937.42;
$0.00; $937.42
1013180006; Halfhill, Lindsay M; Lot 134
Burden & Lawthers Add; 2815 Burden Ave;
110,960.00; $111,897.42; $937.42; $0.00;
$937.42
1013180007; Saunders, Curt D; Lot 135
Burden & Lawthers Add; 2811 Burden Ave;
104,650.00; $105,587.42; $937.42; $0.00;
$937.42
1013180008; O; Brien, William J; Lot 136
Burden & Lawthers Add; 2807 Burden Ave;
71,790.00; $72,727.42; $937.42; $0.00;
$937.42
1013180009; Travis, Marcella M; Lot 137
Burden & Lawthers Add; 2803 Burden Ave;
94,400.00; $95,337.42; $937.42; $0.00;
$937.42
STRAUSS TO LINK BETWEEN BALKE AND
BURDEN
1013188001; Homebuyers LLC; Lot 13
Belmont Add; 2790 Balke St; 87,530.00;
$88,467.42; $937.42; $0.00; $937.42
1013188002; Tigges, Steven J.; Lot 12
Belmont Add; 2780 Balke St; 108,450.00;
$109,387.42; $937.42; $0.00; $937.42
1013188003; Schmit, Michael C & Janet
M; Lot 11 Belmont Add; 2772 Balke St;
113,620.00; $114,557.42; $937.42; $0.00;
$937.42
1013188004; Bisenius Jr., David E & San-
dra; Lot 10 Belmont Add; 2764 Balke St;
96,350.00; $97,287.42; $937.42; $0.00;
$937.42
1013188005; Summers, Felon M; Lot 8 & 9
Belmont Add; 757 Link St; 136,670.00;
$138,318.98; $1,648.98; $0.00; $1,648.98
1013188006; Pape, Derrick M & Murnane,
Jessica A; Lot 138 Burden & Lawther Add;
2759 Burden Ave; 91,150.00; $91,869.78;
$719.78; $0.00; $719.78
1013188007; Schwartz, Stanley Leo; Lot
139 Burden & Lawthers Add; 2755 Burden
Ave; 82,710.00; $83,618.72; $908.72; $0.00;
$908.72
1013188008; Queck Capital Management
LLC; Lot 140 Burden & Lawther Add; 2751
Burden Ave; 64,920.00; $65,805.92; $885.92;
$0.00; $885.92
1013253001; Paulsen, Jennifer & Jonathan
M; Lot 141 Burden & Lawthers Add; 2747 Bur-
den Ave; 82,110.00; $82,972.86; $862.86;
$0.00; $862.86
1013253002; Horaney, Nicholas A & Ange-
la L; Lot 142 Burden & Lawther Add; 2743
Burden Ave; 86,140.00; $86,978.76; $838.76;
$0.00; $838.76
1013253003; Duve, Jayne M; Lot 143 Bur-
den & Lawther Add; 2739 Burden Ave;
84,020.00; $84,834.27; $814.27; $0.00;
$814.27
1013253004; Wagener, Linda K; Lot 144
Burden & Lawther Add; 2735 Burden Ave;
76,280.00; $76,496.64; $216.64; $0.00;
$216.64
42. Dittmer Recycling Incorporated - Recy-
clables Processing Agreement: City Manager
recommending approval of a five-year agree-
ment with Dittmer Recycling Incorporated for
processing and marketing the City’s collected
recyclables. Upon motion the documents were
received, filed and approved.
43. Signed Contracts: American Builders
and Contractors (ABC) Supply Co., Inc., Sec-
ond Amendment to Lease Agreement with the
City of Dubuque; Iowa Department of Inspec-
tions and Appeals Interagency Agreement with
the City of Dubuque for Food Establishments;
Selser Schaefer Architects for the Five Flags
Theater and Ham House Masonry Projects;
Top Grade Excavating Change Order for the
Key West Drive Water Main Extension Project.
Upon motion the documents were received
and filed.
44. Improvement Contracts / Performance,
Payment and Maintenance Bonds: Dan
Arensdorf Construction, Inc. for the 2016 As-
phalt Overlay Access Ramp Project One. Up-
on motion the documents were received, filed
and approved.
45. Alcohol and Tobacco License Applica-
tions: City Manager recommending approval of
annual liquor, beer, wine and tobacco license
applications as submitted. Upon motion the
documents were received and filed and Reso-
lution No. 245-16 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.
246-16 Approving applications for retail ciga-
rette/tobacco sales/nicotine/vapor permits, as
required by Iowa Code 453A.47A were adopt-
ed.
Book 146 Regular Session, June 20, 2016 266
RESOLUTION NO. 245-16
APPROVING APPLICATIONS FOR BEER,
LIQUOR, AND/OR WINE PERMITS, AS RE-
QUIRED BY CITY OF DUBUQUE CODE OF
ORDINANCES TITLE 4 BUSINESS AND LI-
CENSE REGULATIONS, CHAPTER 2 LIQ-
UOR CONTROL, ARTICLE B LIQUOR,
BEER AND WINE LICENSES AND PERMITS
Whereas, applications for Beer, Liquor,
and or Wine Permits have been submitted and
filed with the City Council for approval and the
same have been examined and approved; and
Whereas, the premises to be occupied by
such applicants were inspected and found to
comply with the Ordinances of the City and the
applicants have filed the proper fees and
bonds and otherwise complied with the re-
quirements of the Code of Ordinances.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The City Clerk is hereby author-
ized and directed to cause to be issued the
noted permit types to the following applicants
pending submission of the locally required
documentation:
Renewals
1st and Main, 101 Main St., Class C Liquor
(Outdoor) (Sunday)
Adobo's Mexican Grill, 756 Main St, Class C
Liquor (Outdoor)
American legion Post #6, 1308 Delhi St., Class
C liquor (Catering) (Outdoor) (Sunday)
Colts Community Center, 1101 Central Ave.,
Class C Liquor
Creslanes Bowling, 255 South Main St., Class
C (Sunday)
Fischer Lanes, 880 Locust St., Class C Liquor
(Sunday)
Five Flags Center, 405 Main St., Class C Liq-
uor (Catering) (Sunday)
Keywest Conoco, 2150 Twin Valley Dr., Class
E liquor, Class B Wine, Class C Beer
(Sunday)
Kwik Stop C-Store, 2335 University Ave.,
Class E liquor, Class B Wine, Class C Beer
(Sunday)
Kwik Star #495, 2685 Dodge St., Class C
Beer, Class B Native Wine (Sunday)
Los Azteca’s III Mexican Rest., 2345 NW Arte-
rial, Class C Liquor (Outdoor) (Sunday)
Paul's Tavern, 176 Locust St., Class C Liquor
(Sunday)
Pioneers Rest Stop, 4900 Old Highway Rd.,
Class C Beer (Sunday)
Rotary Club of Dubuque, 135 W. 8th St., Spe-
cial Class C Liquor (Outdoor) (Sunday)
Adding Privilege
Shenanigans Pub, 3203 Jackson St., Adding
Outdoor from 6-24 to 6-26
1st and Main, 101 Main St., Adding Outdoor
Special Event
Dubuque Area Labor – SummerFest 8-12-16,
Town Clock Plaza, Class B Beer (Outdoor)
Faj Squad Pancreatic Cancer Walk/Run 7-2-
16, 6201 Chavenelle Rd., Class B Beer
(Outdoor)
Rotary Club of Dubuque 6-24-16, Port of
Dubuque, Class C liquor (Outdoor) (Sun-
day)
Passed, approved and adopted this 20th
day of June, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
RESOLUTION NO. 246-16
APPROVING APPLICATIONS FOR RETAIL
CIGARETTE / TOBACCO SALES / NICO-
TINE / VAPOR PERMITS, AS REQUIRED BY
IOWA CODE 453A.47A
Whereas, applications for Ciga-
rette/Tobacco Sales have been submitted and
filed with the City Council for approval and the
same have been examined and approved; and
Whereas, the premises to be occupied by
such applicants were inspected and found to
comply with the Ordinances of the City and the
applicants have filed the proper fees and oth-
erwise complied with the requirements of the
Code of Ordinances.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The City Clerk is hereby author-
ized and directed to cause to be issued the
following named applicants and locations for
cigarette/tobacco sales permit.
Business Name, Business Address
Beecher Co. Inc., 1691 Asbury Rd.
Big 10 Mart #10, 1875 JFK Rd.
Big 10 Mart #13, 2100 JFK Rd.
Casey's General Store #2420, 2699 Rockdale
Rd.
Casey's General Store #2421, 4003 Peru Rd.
Casey's General Store #3473, 1072 Cedar
Cross Rd.
Diamond Jo Casino, 301 Bell St.
DK Auto, 500 Locust St.
Dollar General Store #10074, 2400 Gateway
Dr.
Dollar General Store #6896, 605 West Locust
St.
Dollar General Store #7289, 3250 Kennedy Cir
Ste 8
Dubuque Mining Co., 555 JFK Rd. #600
Eagle Country Market, 1800 Elm St.
Family Dollar #1599, 2013 Central Ave. #4
Fareway Stores #114, 2050 John F. Kennedy
Rd.
Hammerheads Bar and Billiards, 2095 Kerper
Blvd. Suite #2
Hartig Drug #2, 157 Locust St.
Hartig Drug #3, 2255 John F. Kennedy Rd.
Hartig Drug #4, 2225 Central Ave.
Hartig Drug #8, 1600 University Ave.
Book 146 Regular Session, June 20, 2016 267
Hy-Vee C Store #1, 3270 Dodge St.
Hy-Vee Food Store #3, 400 S. Locust St.
Hy-Vee Food Store #1, 3500 Dodge St.
Hy-Vee Food Store #2, 2395 NW Arterial
Hy-Vee Gas #2, 2435 NW Arterial
Hy-Vee Gas #3, 300 S. Locust St.
Hy-Vee Wine & Spirits #1, 3500 Dodge St.
Iowa Street Market, 1256 Iowa St.
Kmart #4018, 2600 Dodge St.
Kwik Star #236, 2035 John F. Kennedy Rd.
Kwik Star #495, 2685 Dodge St.
Kwik Stop #300, 1215 East 16th St.
Kwik Stop #325, 1210 E. 16th St.
Kwik Stop #68, 1200 Cedar Cross Rd.
Kwik Stop #72, 2255 Kerper Blvd.
Kwik Stop #74, 2390 Central Ave.
Kwik Stop #76, 2320 Hwy 61
Kwik Stop #78, 4039 Pennsylvania Ave.
Kwik Stop #84, 2335 University Ave.
Kwik Stop #848, 3201 Central Ave.
Kwik Stop #858, 3340 JFK Rd.
Kwik Stop #86, 2150 Twin Valley Dr.
McCann's Service Inc., 690 West Locust St.
Midwest Vapors, 2600 Dodge St. Suite B4
Monks Kaffee Pub, 373 Bluff St.
Moondog Music, 806 Wacker Dr. #120
Mystique Casino, 1855 Greyhound Park Dr.
Oky Doky #1, 250 West 1st St.
Oky Doky #8, 535 Hill St.
Paro Food Mart, 3200 Central Ave.
Phillips 66/Arby's, 10 South Main St.
Pioneer's Rest Stop, 4900 Old Hwy Rd.
Plaza 20 BP, 2600 Dodge St.
Port of Dubuque Marina, 450 East Third St.
Road Ranger #5159, 2175 Central Ave.
Ron's 5 Point Mart, 405 Rhomberg Ave.
Ron’s Discount Smokes and Beverage Center,
3300 Asbury Rd.
Sam's Club #4973, 4400 Asbury Rd.
Sid's Beverage Store Inc., 2727 Dodge St.
Spencer Gifts, LLC, 555 John F. Kennedy Rd.
Super Stop III, 1101 Rhomberg Ave.
The Altered State, 1533 Central Ave.
The Great Vape, 3250 Central Ave.
The Konnexion, 1099 University Ave.
Tobacco Outlet Plus #504, 806 Wacker Dr.
Suite 140
Vapor City Outlet, 3330 Asbury Rd.
Walgreens #11942, 345 East 20th St.
Walgreens #6154, 2260 John F. Kennedy Rd.
Walgreens #9708, 55 John F. Kennedy Rd.
Wal-Mart Supercenter # 2004, 4200 Dodge St.
Walnut Tap, 709 University Ave.
Passed, approved and adopted this 20th
day of June, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
ITEMS SET FOR PUBLIC HEARING
Motion by Lynch to receive and file the
documents, adopt the resolutions, set the pub-
lic hearings as indicated, and direct the City
Clerk to publish notice as prescribed by law.
Seconded by Del Toro. Motion carried 6-0.
1. 210 Jones Street - Urban Revitalization
Plan: City Manager recommending set a public
hearing for August 1, 2016, on the adoption of
an Urban Revitalization Plan for the 210 Jones
Street Urban Revitalization Area. Upon motion
the documents were received and filed and
Resolution No. 247-16 Fixing the Date for a
Public Hearing on the Matter of the Adoption of
a Proposed Urban Revitalization Plan for the
210 Jones Street Urban Revitalization Area
was adopted setting a public hearing for a
meeting to commence at 6:30 p.m. on August
1, 2016 in the Historic Federal Building.
RESOLUTION NO. 247-16
FIXING THE DATE FOR A PUBLIC HEAR-
ING ON THE MATTER OF THE ADOPTION
OF A PROPOSED URBAN REVITALIZATION
PLAN FOR THE 210 JONES STREET UR-
BAN REVITALIZATION AREA
Whereas, the City Council has determined
that certain areas within the City of Dubuque
can be revitalized and the potential for devel-
opment enhanced by the adoption of an Urban
Revitalization Plan as authorized by Chapter
404, Code of Iowa; and
Whereas, the City Council approved Reso-
lution 231-16 on June 6, 2016 finding that 210
Jones Street is appropriate as an economic
development area and directed staff to prepare
a proposed Urban Revitalization Plan for the
210 Jones Street Urban Revitalization Area;
and
Whereas, the adoption of the Urban Revi-
talization Area Plan for 210 Jones Street, at-
tached hereto, for such urban revitalization will
result in the improvement of public health,
safety and welfare of the residents of Dubu-
que; and
Whereas, before the Urban Revitalization
Area Plan for 210 Jones Street can be adopt-
ed, it is necessary that a public hearing be
held thereon and that due notice be given in
accordance with the requirements of Chapter
404, Code of Iowa.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DUBU-
QUE, IOWA:
Section 1. It is determined that it is in the
best interests of the citizens of the City of
Dubuque that the City Council hold a public
hearing on the matter of the adoption of the
Urban Revitalization Area Plan for 210 Jones
Street on the 1st day of August, 2016 at 6:30
p.m., in the City Council Chambers, Historic
Federal Building, 350 West 6th Street, Dubu-
que, Iowa. The Clerk is hereby directed to pub-
lish notice of such hearing at least once, not
less than thirty days prior to the date of the
Book 146 Regular Session, June 20, 2016 268
public hearing in the manner provided in Sec-
tion 362.3 of the Code of Iowa.
Section 2. The Clerk also shall, not less
than thirty days prior to the public hearing,
cause notice of said hearing to be given by
ordinary mail at the last known addresses of
the owners of record located in the 210 Jones
Street Urban Revitalization Area. The Clerk
shall also send notice by ordinary mail, ad-
dressed to the occupants of all City addresses
located within the 210 Jones Street Urban
Revitalization Area proposed area, if such ad-
dresses be available. Copies of the Urban
Revitalization Area Plan for 210 Jones Street
shall be made available to the public through
the office of the Clerk.
Section 3. The notice of the proposed
hearing shall be in substantially the [Provided]
form:
Passed, approved and adopted this 20th
day of June, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
2. Dubuque River Rides Docking Lease
Agreement: City Manager recommending the
City Council set a public hearing on the pro-
posed Docking License Agreement with Dubu-
que River Rides for July 5, 2016. Upon motion
the documents were received and filed and
Resolution No. 248-16 Resolution of Intent to
dispose of an interest in City-owned real estate
in the Dubuque Ice Harbor by Docking License
Agreement to Dubuque River Rides, setting a
time and place for hearing and providing for
the publication of notice thereof was adopted
setting a public hearing for a meeting to com-
mence at 6:30 p.m. on July 5, 2016 in the His-
toric Federal Building.
RESOLUTION NO. 248-16
INTENT TO DISPOSE OF AN INTEREST IN
CITY OWNED REAL ESTATE IN THE
DUBUQUE ICE HARBOR BY DOCKING LI-
CENSE AGREEMENT TO DUBUQUE RIVER
RIDES, SETTING A TIME AND PLACE FOR
HEARING AND PROVIDING FOR THE PUB-
LICATION OF NOTICE THEREOF
Whereas, the City of Dubuque, Iowa is the
owner of the real property legally described as
follows:
Part of the Dubuque Ice Harbor Located
in the West ½ of the NW ¼ Section 30
T89NR3E of the 5th PM. in the City of
Dubuque, Iowa as shown on Exhibit A;
and
Whereas, Dubuque River Rides desires a
docking license for part of the property as
shown on Exhibit A for docking of vessels and
other business activities upon the terms set
forth in a Docking License Agreement which is
on file at the office of the City Clerk, City Hall,
50 W. 13th Street, Dubuque, Iowa; and
Whereas, City and Dubuque River Rides
have tentatively agreed to the terms of the
Docking License Agreement, which among
other things, provides for a term through April
30, 2021; and
Whereas, the City Council believes it is in
the best interest of the City of Dubuque to ap-
prove the Docking License Agreement.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the City of Dubuque in-
tends to dispose of its interest in the following
legally described property:
Part of the Dubuque Ice Harbor Locat-
ed in the West ½ of the NW ¼ Section
30 T89NR3E of the 5th PM. in the City
of Dubuque, Iowa
as shown on Exhibit A through a Docking
License Agreement with Dubuque River Rides.
Section 2. That the City Clerk is hereby au-
thorized and directed to cause this Resolution
and a notice to be published as prescribed by
Iowa Code Section 364.7 of a public hearing
on the City’s intent to dispose of the foregoing-
described real property by Docking License
Agreement, to be held on the 5th day of July,
2016, at 6:30 o’clock p.m. at the Historic Fed-
eral Building, Council Chambers, 350 W. 6th
Street, Dubuque, Iowa.
Passed, approved and adopted this 20th
day of June, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
BOARDS/COMMISSIONS
Appointments to the following commissions
were made at this meeting.
1. Arts and Cultural Affairs Advisory Com-
mission: Four, 3-year terms through June 30,
2019 (Expiring Arts Representative terms of
O’Rourke-Rosenow, Riedel, Kluseman and
Teckemeyer). All applicants applied for the
Arts Representative designation. Applicants:
Nicholas Bratcher, 610 West 5th St.; Bibi
Burke, 1155 Arrowhead Dr.; Gail Chavenelle,
1155 Kelly Ln. (Additional Applicant); Ali Le-
vasseur, 1318 Jackson St. (Additional Appli-
cant); Marina O’Rourke-Rosenow, 2085 Mullin
Rd.; Susan Riedel, 282 Kelly's Bluff St.; David
Schmitz, 1270 Arrowhead Dr.; Mary Thomas
Armstrong, 728 Alta Vista; Audrea Walsh, 803
Lincoln Ave.; Chad Witthoeft, 430 Alpine St.
(Additional Applicant).
Upon roll-call vote, Nicolas Bratcher (3),
Susan Riedel (6), David Schmitz (6) and Mary
Armstrong (3) were appointed to 3-year terms
through June 30, 2019. (Bratcher = Jones,
Lynch, Connors; Burke = Del Toro, Rios; Cha-
venelle = Lynch; Levasseur = Connors;
O’Rourke = Del Toro, Rios; Riedel = All;
Book 146 Regular Session, June 20, 2016 269
Schmitz = All; Armstrong = Jones, Lynch,
Buol; Walsh = 0; Witthoeft = 0)
2. Civic Center Advisory Commission: Two,
3-year terms through June 29, 2019 (Expiring
terms of Bakke and Hill). Applicants: Rod
Bakke, 3030 Karen St.; McKenzie Hill, 333 E.
10th St. #234. Motion by Lynch to appoint Mr.
Bakke and Ms. McKenzie to 3-year terms
through June 29, 2019. Seconded by Del Toro.
Motion carried 6-0.
3. Historic Preservation Commission: One,
3-year term through July 1, 2018 (Vacant term
of Krueger – At-Large); Two, 3-year terms
through July 1, 2019 (Expiring terms of
Kopczyk – Jackson Park District and Nieto –
W. 11th District). Applicants: Alfred Kopczyk,
1320 Locust St. (Qualifies for Jackson Park
District and At-Large); Juan Nieto, 510 W. 11th
St (Qualifies for W. 11th District and At-Large);
Leslie Terry, 390 Hill St. (Qualifies for At-Large
only). Motion by Jones to appoint Leslie Terry
to the 3-year, at-large term through July 1,
2018; Juan Nieto to the 3-year, 11th St. District
term through July 1, 2019; and Alfred Kopczyk
to the 3-year, Jackson Park District term
through July 1, 2019. Seconded by Lynch.
Motion carried 6-0.
4. Housing Commission: One, 3-year term
through August 17, 2016 (Vacant term of
Woods). Applicant: Wesley Heimke, 2350
Knob Hill Dr. Motion by Lynch to appoint Mr.
Heimke to a 3-year term through August 17,
2016 (correct term date is 2016). Seconded by
Rios. Motion carried 6-0.
5. Investment Oversight Advisory Commis-
sion: One, 3-year term through July 1, 2019
(Expiring term of Reisdorf). Applicant: Stephen
Reisdorf, 740 Brookview Sq. Motion by Lynch
to appoint Mr. Reisdorf to a 3-year term
through July 1, 2019. Seconded by Del Toro.
Motion carried 6-0.
6. Library Board of Trustee: Two, 4-year
terms through July 1, 2020 (Expiring terms of
Connors and Allred). Applicants: Robert Arm-
strong, 728 Alta Vista St.; Christina Monk,
2005 North Main St.; Irene Raby, 160 N. Al-
gona St. (Additional Applicant). Upon Council
concurrence, Mayor Buol appointed Mr. Arm-
strong and Ms. Monk to 4-year terms through
July 1, 2020.
7. Long Range Planning Advisory Com-
mission: One, 3-year term through July 1,
2019 (Expiring term of Winterwood). Applicant:
Charles Winterwood, 555 Montrose Ter. Mo-
tion by Jones to appoint Mr. Winterwood to a
3-year term through July 1, 2019. Seconded
by Lynch. Motion carried 6-0.
8. Parks and Recreation Advisory Com-
mission: Three, 3-year terms through June 30,
2019 (Vacant term of Schlueter and Expiring
terms of Larson and Lyness). Applicants: Rob-
ert Blocker, 880 Kane St.; Richard Kirkendall,
1725 Alta Pl.; Katherine Larson, 2535 Traut
Ter.; Karen Lyness, 89 Alpine St. Upon roll-call
vote Mr. Kirkendall (4); Ms. Larson (6) and Ms.
Lyness (6) were appointed to 3-year terms
through June 30, 2019. (Blocker = Del Toro,
Connors; Kirkendall = Rios, Jones, Lynch,
Buol; Larson = all; Lyness = all)
PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. Request to Rezone - W. 32nd Street Par-
cel by Dubuque PONY League: Proof of publi-
cation on notice of public hearing to consider a
request by the Dubuque PONY League / Greg
Yoko to rezone 77.37 acres of property located
at W. 32 Street (PIN 10-15-276-004) at Carter
Road from AG Agricultural to CR Commercial
Recreation Zoning District and the Zoning Ad-
visory Commission recommending denial (lack
of affirmative votes). The City Clerk acknowl-
edged receipt of correspondence from Greg
Yoko requesting the request be returned to the
Zoning Advisory Commission. Motion by Jones
to refer the request back to the Zoning Adviso-
ry Commission Seconded by Lynch. Motion
carried 6-0.
2. Hodge Company Lease Agreement:
Proof of publication on notice of public hearing
to consider approval of a riverfront lease
agreement with Hodge Company to lease 8.89
acres on Purina Drive and the City Manager
recommending approval. Motion by Lynch to
receive and file the documents and adopt
Resolution No. 249-16 Approving the Disposal
of an Interest in Real Property Owned by the
City of Dubuque by Lease between the City of
Dubuque, Iowa and Hodge Company. Se-
conded by Jones. Motion carried 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 249-16
APPROVING THE DISPOSAL OF AN IN-
TEREST IN REAL PROPERTY OWNED BY
THE CITY OF DUBUQUE BY LEASE BE-
TWEEN THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
AND HODGE COMPANY
Whereas, the City of Dubuque, Iowa is the
owner of the real property legally described as
follows:
Lot 2 of Lot 10 and part of Lot 11 of
Block 4 in Riverfront Sub. No. 2 in the
City of Dubuque, Iowa (approximately
8.89 acres in total); and
Whereas, Hodge Company desires to
lease a part of the property as shown on Ex-
hibit A for industrial uses, storage and ware-
housing and other business activities upon the
terms set forth in a Lease Agreement which is
Book 146 Regular Session, June 20, 2016 270
on file at the office of the City Clerk, City Hall
13th and Central Avenue, Dubuque, Iowa; and
Whereas, City and Hodge Company have
agreed to the Lease Agreement, which among
other things, provides for a term through Octo-
ber 31, 2043; and
Whereas, on June 20, 2016, the City
Council pursuant to notice published as re-
quired by law held a public hearing on its intent
to dispose of the foregoing interest in real
property and overruled all objections thereto;
and
Whereas, the City Council believes it is in
the best interest of the City of Dubuque to ap-
prove the Lease Agreement.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The Lease Agreement between
the City and Hodge Company is hereby ap-
proved.
Section 2. The Mayor is authorized and di-
rected to execute said Lease Agreement on
behalf of the City of Dubuque.
Passed, approved and adopted this 20th
day of June, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
3. Vacate Petition - Stone Valley Drive
Right-of-Way: Proof of publication on notice of
public hearing to consider approval of a re-
quest from NEZTROP, LLC to vacate a portion
of right-of-way of Stone Valley Drive in Stone
Brook Center Second Addition and the City
Manager recommending approval. Motion by
Lynch to receive and file the documents and
adopt Resolution No. 250-16 Vacating a por-
tion of Stone Valley Drive between U.S. High-
way 20 and Boulder Brook Court to be known
as Lot 1 of Lot A of Stone Brook Center Sec-
ond Addition, in the City of Dubuque, Iowa;
and Resolution No. 251-16 Disposing of City
Interest in Lot 1 of Lot A of Stone Brook Center
Second Addition, in the City of Dubuque, Iowa.
Seconded by Jones. Motion carried 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 250-16
VACATING A PORTION OF STONE VALLEY
DRIVE BETWEEN U.S. HIGHWAY 20 AND
BOULDER BROOK COURT TO BE KNOWN
AS LOT 1 OF LOT A OF STONE BROOK
CENTER SECOND ADDITION, IN THE CITY
OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
Whereas, NEZTROP LLC has requested
the vacating of a portion of Stone Valley Drive
between U.S. Highway 20 and Boulder Brook
Court in the City of Dubuque, Dubuque Coun-
ty, Iowa; and
Whereas, there has been presented to the
City Council of the City of Dubuque, Iowa a
plat dated May 13, 2016 prepared by AECOM,
describing the proposed vacated street right of
way, in the City of Dubuque, Iowa; and
Whereas, pursuant to resolution and pub-
lished notice of time and place of hearing, pub-
lished in the Telegraph Herald, a newspaper of
general circulation published in the City of
Dubuque, Iowa on this 10th day of June, 2016,
the City Council of the City of Dubuque, Iowa
met on the 20th day of June, 2016, at 6:30 p.m.
in the Historic Federal Building Council Cham-
bers (second floor), 350 West 6th Street,
Dubuque, Dubuque County, Iowa to consider
the request to vacate; and
Whereas, the City Council of the City of
Dubuque, Iowa overruled any and all objec-
tions, oral or written to the request to vacate;
and
Whereas, the City Council of the City of
Dubuque, Iowa has determined that the pro-
posed vacated portion of the Stone Valley
Drive Right of Way to be known as Lot 1 of Lot
A of Stone Brook Center Second Addition,
should be approved.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the real estate described
as Lot 1 of Lot A of Stone Brook Center Sec-
ond Addition, City of Dubuque, Dubuque
County, Iowa be and the same is hereby va-
cated.
Passed, approved and adopted this 20th
day of June, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
RESOLUTION NO. 251-16
DISPOSING OF CITY INTEREST IN LOT 1
OF LOT A OF STONE BROOK CENTER
SECOND ADDITION, IN THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA
Whereas, pursuant to resolution and pub-
lished notice of time and place of hearing, pub-
lished in the Telegraph Herald, a newspaper of
general circulation published in the City of
Dubuque, Iowa on this 10th day of June, 2016,
the City Council of the City of Dubuque, Iowa
met on the 20th day of June, 2016, at 6:30 p.m.
in the Historic Federal Building Council Cham-
bers (second floor), 350 West 6th Street,
Dubuque, Dubuque County, Iowa to consider
the proposal for the sale of real estate de-
scribed as:
Lot 1 of Lot A of Stone Brook Center
Second Addition, in the City of Dubu-
que, Iowa Dubuque County, Iowa; and
Whereas, the City Council of the City of
Dubuque, Iowa overruled any and all objec-
tions, oral or written to the proposal to sell
such real estate.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the sale of City of Dubuque
real property described as Lot 1 of Lot A of
Book 146 Regular Session, June 20, 2016 271
Stone Brook Center Second Addition, in the
City of Dubuque, Iowa Dubuque County, Iowa
to NEZTROP LLC be and the same is hereby
approved, subject to the conditions of an
Agreement between the City and NEZTROP
LLC. Conveyance shall be by Quit Claim
Deed.
Section 2. That the Mayor be authorized
and directed to execute a Quit Claim Deed,
and the City Clerk be and is hereby authorized
and directed to deliver said deed of convey-
ance to NEZTROP LLC.
Section 3. That the City Clerk be and is
hereby authorized and directed to record a
certified copy of this resolution in the offices of
the City Assessor, Dubuque County Recorder
and Dubuque County Auditor.
Passed, approved and adopted this 20th
day of June, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
4. 30-Inch Force Main Relocation Project
from 7th Street to 12th Street (Phase II): Proof
of publication on notice of public hearing to
consider approval of the plans, specifications,
form of contract and the estimated cost for
Phase II of the 30-Inch Force Main Relocation
Project from 11th Street to 12th Street and the
City Manager recommending approval. Motion
by Lynch to receive and file the documents
and adopt Resolution No. 252-16 Approval of
Plans, Specifications, Form of Contract, and
Estimated Cost for Phase II of the 30-Inch
Force Main Relocation Project from 11th Street
to 12th Street. Seconded by Jones. Motion
carried 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 252-16
APPROVAL OF PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS,
FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATED
COST FOR PHASE II OF THE 30 INCH
FORCE MAIN RELOCATION PROJECT
FROM 11TH STREET TO 12TH STREET
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
That the proposed plans, specifications,
form of contract and estimated cost for Phase
II of the 30 inch Force Main Relocation Project
from 11th Street to 12th Street, in the estimated
amount $347,197.50, are hereby approved.
Passed, adopted and approved this 20th
day of June, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
5. Reallocation of Series 2012H General
Obligation Bond Proceeds: Proof of publication
on notice of public hearing to consider the real-
location of not-to-exceed $500,000 of the un-
spent proceeds of the General Obligation
Bond Series 2012H from the renovation of the
second floor of the Multicultural Family Center
to fund the acquisition of the Colts Drum &
Bugle Corps building at 1101 Central Avenue
and the City Manager recommending approv-
al. Motion by Jones to receive and file the
documents and adopt Resolution No. 253-16
Instituting Proceedings to Take Additional Ac-
tion and Approving the Reallocation of Certain
Unspent Proceeds of the General Obligation
Bonds, Series 2012H, of the City of Dubuque,
Iowa. Seconded by Lynch. Motion carried 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 253-16
INSTITUTING PROCEEDINGS TO TAKE
ADDITIONAL ACTION AND APPROVING
THE REALLOCATION OF CERTAIN UN-
SPENT PROCEEDS OF THE GENERAL OB-
LIGATION BONDS, SERIES 2012H, OF THE
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
Whereas, pursuant to notice published as
required by law, this Council has held a public
meeting and hearing upon the proposal to in-
stitute proceedings for the reallocation of cer-
tain unspent proceeds, in the amount of not to
exceed $500,000 (the "Unspent Proceeds") of
the General Obligation Bonds, Series 2012H,
of the City of Dubuque, Iowa in order to pro-
vide funds to pay costs of funding the acquisi-
tion of the Colts Drum & Bugle Corps building
at 1101 Central Avenue (from the Series 2012
Bonds), and has considered the extent of ob-
jections received from residents or property
owners as to said proposal and, accordingly
the following action is now considered to be in
the best interests of the City and residents
thereof.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That this Council does hereby
institute proceedings and takes additional ac-
tion for the reallocation of the Unspent Pro-
ceeds of the General Obligation Bonds, Series
2012H, for the foregoing purpose, and the
reallocation of the Unspent Proceeds to pay
costs of funding the acquisition of the Colts
Drum & Bugle Corps building at 1101 Central
Avenue (from the Series 2012 Bonds), is in all
respects authorized and approved.
Section 2. The Finance Director is author-
ized and directed to take such action as may
be necessary to effect and implement the
foregoing reallocation of the Unspent Pro-
ceeds to pay costs of funding the acquisition of
the Colts Drum & Bugle Corps building at 1101
Central Avenue (from the Series 2012 Bonds),
and to cause the records and accounts of the
City to reflect the same.
Passed and approved this 20th day of
June, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Book 146 Regular Session, June 20, 2016 272
PUBLIC INPUT
Public comment was received relating to
the Action Item #1 on the Integrated Pest
Management Program: Carolyn Pettit-Lange,
549 Almond St.; Hillary Baker, 2575 Broadway
St.; Brian Blair and Noah Blair, 3895 Creston
St.; and Mary Loney Bichell, 595 W. 11th St.
addressed the City Council about their con-
cerns with the use of pesticides and toxic
chemicals in public parks/areas, with some
requesting a broader ban on chemicals, citing
related personal health issues, stating that the
Integrated Pest Management Program is a
good beginning, and endorsing ongoing com-
mittee work. Ms. Lange submitted an on-line
petition requesting a ban on toxic pesticides
from Dubuque Public Spaces.
ACTION ITEMS
1. Integrated Pest Management Program
and Presentation (IPM): City Manager recom-
mending adoption of an Integrated Pest Man-
agement Program. Staff will make a presenta-
tion. Restated motion by Lynch to Receive and
file the documents and approve the recom-
mendation. Seconded by Jones. Motion car-
ried 6-0. City staff members Sustainability Co-
ordinator Cori Burbach, Leisure Services Man-
ager Marie Ware, Health Services Manager
Mary Rose Corrigan, Jeff Ahlers, Public Works
Director John Klostermann, Recreation Divi-
sion Manager Dan Kroger, and Parks Division
Manager Steve Fehsal provided a presentation
on the IPM with topics including back-
ground/history of the IPM work group, current
and adjusted city practices, state/federal regu-
lations, budget impact and public educa-
tion/information.
2. Definition of Related Party Transaction:
City Manager recommending approval of a
resolution defining “direct and indirect interest”
to include spouse and unemancipated minor
children of a City employee or officer for relat-
ed party transactions. Motion by Lynch to re-
ceive and file the documents and adopt Reso-
lution No. 254-16 Approving the definition of a
direct or indirect interest for purposes of Iowa
Code § 362.5 Prohibiting a City Officer or em-
ployee from having a “direct or Indirect inter-
est” in a contract with the City. Seconded by
Rios. Motion carried 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 254-16
APPROVING THE DEFINITION OF A DI-
RECT OR INDIRECT INTEREST FOR PUR-
POSES OF IOWA CODE § 362.5 PROHIBIT-
ING A CITY OFFICER OR EMPLOYEE
FROM HAVING A “DIRECT OR INDIRECT
INTEREST” IN A CONTRACT WITH THE
CITY
Whereas the Iowa Code §362.5 prohibits a
city officer or employee from having a “direct
or indirect interest” in a contract with the city;
and
Whereas, Iowa Code § 362.5 does not de-
fine “direct or indirect interest”; and
Whereas, the City Council has determined
that a definition of “direct or indirect interest”
should be adopted for purposes of the City’s
annual financial audit.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. For purposes of the City’s annu-
al financial audit, “direct or indirect interest” in
Iowa Code § 362.5 means:
• Spouse; and
• Unemancipated minor children of a city
employee or officer.
Passed, approved and adopted this 6th day of
June, 2016
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
3. Comprehensive Plan Update Contract:
City Manager recommending approval of the
selection of Teska Associates as the consult-
ant to undertake the City of Dubuque Compre-
hensive Plan Update. It is further recommend-
ed that the City Manager be authorized to ne-
gotiate a contract with Teska Associates, with
plan documents completed and ready for
adoption by August 30, 2017. Motion by Lynch
to receive and file the documents and approve
the recommendation. Seconded by Jones.
Motion carried 6-0.
4. Contracted Services Agreement -
Greater Dubuque Development Corporation
for Fiscal Year 2017: City Manager recom-
mending approval of a contracted Services
Agreement with Greater Dubuque Develop-
ment Corporation for Fiscal Year 2017 and
amendment to the Fiscal Year 2016 funding.
Motion by Jones to receive and file the docu-
ments and approve the recommendation. Se-
conded by Lynch. Motion carried 6-0.
5. Request for Proposals - Commercial
Real Estate: City Manager recommending
approval to release a Request for Proposals
for real estate services related to properties
owned by the City of Dubuque. Motion by
Jones to receive and file the documents and
approve the recommendation. Seconded by
Rios. Motion carried 6-0.
6. Code of Ordinances Amendment - Title
4 Chapter 7 Vehicles for Hire and Public
Transportation: City Manager recommending
approval of amendments to Title 4, Business
and License Regulations, Chapter 7, Vehicles
Book 146 Regular Session, June 20, 2016 273
for Hire and Public Transportation, Article B,
Motorized Vehicles for Hire, Section 4-7B-8.
Motion by Jones to receive and file the docu-
ments and that the requirement that a pro-
posed ordinance be considered and voted on
for passage at two Council meetings prior to
the meeting at which it is to be passed be sus-
pended. Seconded by Lynch. Motion carried 6-
0.
Motion by Jones for final consideration and
passage of Ordinance No. 29-16 Amending
City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances Title 4
Business and License Regulations, Chapter 7
Vehicles for Hire and Public Transportation,
Article B Motorized Vehicles For Hire, Section
4-7b-8 Taxicab Business License and Taxicab
Driver’s Permit to Include Ineligibility Criteria
for a Taxicab Driver’s Permit and Additional
Reasons for Denial, Suspension, or Revoca-
tion of a Taxicab Driver’s Permit. Seconded by
Lynch. Motion carried 6-0.
OFFICIAL PUBLICATION
ORDINANCE NO. 29-16
AMENDING CITY OF DUBUQUE CODE OF
ORDINANCES TITLE 4 BUSINESS AND LI-
CENSE REGULATIONS, CHAPTER 7 VEHI-
CLES FOR HIRE AND PUBLIC TRANSPOR-
TATION, ARTICLE B MOTORIZED VEHI-
CLES FOR HIRE, SECTION 4-7B-8 TAXICAB
BUSINESS LICENSE AND TAXICAB DRIV-
ER’S PERMIT TO INCLUDE INELIGIBILITY
CRITERIA FOR A TAXICAB DRIVER’S
PERMIT AND ADDITIONAL REASONS FOR
DENIAL, SUSPENSION, OR REVOCATION
OF A TAXICAB DRIVER’S PERMIT
Section 1. Section 4-7B-8 of the City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances is
amended to read as follows:
4-7B-8: TAXICAB BUSINESS LICENSE
AND TAXICAB DRIVER'S PERMIT:
. . . .
B. Driver's Permit Requirements; Fee:
1. Permit Required: No person may
drive a taxicab for hire upon the
streets of the city and no person
who owns or controls a taxicab may
allow it to be so driven, unless the
driver of said taxicab holds a valid
taxicab driver's permit issued under
the provisions of this article.
2. Application For Driver's Permit:
a. An application for a taxicab driver's
permit must be filed with the city
clerk's office on a form provided
by the city clerk.
b. An applicant must have, at a mini-
mum, a valid Iowa class D-3
chauffeur's license or equivalent
license issued by another state to
obtain a taxicab driver's permit.
Temporary restricted licenses or
work permit privileges are not suf-
ficient to obtain a taxicab driver's
permit.
c. An applicant will be ineligible for a
taxicab driver’s permit if any of the
following apply:
(1) The applicant is restricted to op-
erating motor vehicles equipped
with an ignition interlock device.
(2) The applicant’s driving privileges
have been suspended, revoked,
barred, canceled, denied, or
disqualified in the prior three-
year period.
(3) The applicant has been convict-
ed of more than three moving
violations in the prior three-year
period.
(4) The applicant has been convict-
ed of violating section 321.218,
321.277, or 321J.21, or section
321A.32, subsection 1, in the
prior three-year period.
(5) The applicant has been convict-
ed in the prior seven-year period
of a felony, of violating section
321J.2 or 321J.2A, or of any
crime involving injury to another
person, damage to the property
of another person, or operating
a vehicle in a manner that en-
dangers another person.
(6) The applicant is registered on
the national sex offender regis-
try.
d. The chief of police will investigate
each applicant for a taxicab driv-
er's permit and a report of such
investigation will be attached to
the application for consideration
by the city clerk. Such report will
state whether the applicant has,
at a minimum, a valid Iowa class
D-3 chauffeur's license or equiva-
lent license issued by another
state.
3. Consideration Of Application: The
city clerk will, in consultation with
the chief of police and upon consid-
eration of the application and the
required reports attached thereto,
approve or reject the application.
4. Issuance Of Permit; Duration; Annu-
al Fee:
a. Upon approval of an application for
a taxicab driver's permit, the city
clerk will issue a permit to the ap-
plicant upon the payment of the
fee as established by the city
manager or the city manager's
designee. Such permit will be in
effect for the remainder of the
calendar year. The permit must
be renewed every calendar year
Book 146 Regular Session, June 20, 2016 274
thereafter upon the payment of
the fee as established by the city
manager unless the license for
the preceding year is suspended
or has been revoked.
b. The driver must wear the taxicab
driver's permit upon the clothing
of the driver at all times while op-
erating the taxicab.
5. Compliance With City, State, And
Federal Laws: A taxicab driver
permitted under this article must
comply with all city, state, and fed-
eral laws.
6. Denial, Suspension, Or Revocation
Of Permit:
a. The city clerk may deny, suspend,
or revoke a taxicab driver's permit
for good cause, including, but not
limited to, any of the following:
(1) Failure or refusal to comply with
the provisions of this article;
(2) The taxicab driver is restricted to
operating motor vehicles
equipped with an ignition inter-
lock device;
(3) The taxicab driver’s driving privi-
leges have been suspended,
revoked, barred, canceled, de-
nied, or disqualified in the prior
three-year period;
(4) The taxicab driver has been
convicted of more than three
moving violations in the prior
three-year period;
(5) The taxicab driver has been
convicted of violating section
321.218, 321.277, or 321J.21,
or section 321A.32, subsection
1, in the prior three-year period;
(6) The taxicab driver has been
convicted in the prior seven-
year period of a felony, of violat-
ing section 321J.2 or 321J.2A,
or of any crime involving resist-
ing law enforcement, dishones-
ty, injury to another person,
damage to the property of an-
other person, or operating a ve-
hicle in a manner that endan-
gers another person;
(7) The taxicab driver is registered
on the national sex offender reg-
istry;
(8) Misrepresentation on the appli-
cation for a taxicab driver's
permit; or
(9) Violations against or loss, deni-
al, suspension, or revocation of
a taxicab driver's state of Iowa
class D-3 chauffeur's license or
equivalent license issued by an-
other state.
b. Prior to suspension or revoca-
tion, the taxicab driver must
be given not less than ten (10)
days' written notice by the city
clerk.
c. In the event of such denial,
suspension, or revocation of a
taxicab driver's permit, no oth-
er taxicab driver's permit will
be issued to such person for a
period of two (2) years there-
after.
7. Appeal: Within ten (10) days after
written notice of the denial, suspen-
sion, or revocation of a taxicab
driver's permit, a taxicab driver may
file with the city clerk a written no-
tice of appeal to the city manager
from such revocation, suspension,
or denial. The city manager must
provide the taxicab driver with no-
tice and an opportunity to be heard
on the issue of whether the taxicab
driver's permit was properly re-
voked, suspended, or denied.
8. Personal Nature; Transferability: The
taxicab driver's permit is personal to
the driver and may not be sold, as-
signed, mortgaged, or otherwise
transferred.
9. Job Change: The taxicab driver's
permit remains valid and personal
to the driver through a change of
employment. If a taxicab driver be-
comes employed by another taxi-
cab company after the issuance of
the taxicab driver's permit, such a
change of employment must be re-
ported to the city clerk within four-
teen (14) days.
10. Property of City Clerk Upon Loss: If
any taxicab driver's permit issued
under this article is lost or mislaid,
the taxicab driver must report such
fact to the city clerk immediately. A
duplicate permit will be issued upon
payment of the fee as established
by the city manager.
11. Reporting Requirements: If sus-
pension, revocation, or any other
disciplinary action is taken against a
taxicab driver's state of Iowa class
D-3 chauffeur's license or equiva-
lent license issued by another state,
the taxicab driver must report such
action to the city clerk's office.
Section 2. This Ordinance takes effect on
publication.
Passed, approved, and adopted the 20th
day of June, 2016.
/s/Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: /s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Book 146 Regular Session, June 20, 2016 275
Published officially in the Telegraph Herald
newspaper on the 24th day of June, 2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
7. Code of Ordinances Amendment - Title
6 International Property Maintenance Code
Amendments: City Manager recommending
approval of an ordinance which amends Ordi-
nance 8-16 by adjusting the notice of violation
provision, adding definitions for “Building Offi-
cial” and “Code Official”, and modifying the
Housing Board of Appeal provisions to be con-
sistent with the provisions for other boards and
commissions of the City. Motion by Lynch 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. Motion carried 6-0.
Motion by Lynch for final consideration and
passage of Ordinance No. 30-16 Amending
Ordinance 8-16 which repealed Title 6, Chap-
ter 6 of the City of Dubuque Code of Ordi-
nances and all other Ordinances or parts of
laws in conflict therewith; adopted the 2015
Edition of the International Property Mainte-
nance Code, regulating and governing the
conditions and maintenance of all property,
buildings, and structures; provided the stand-
ards for supplied utilities and facilities and oth-
er physical things and conditions essential to
ensure that structures are safe, sanitary and fit
for occupation and use; and condemning build-
ings and structures unfit for human occupancy
and use, and the demolition of such existing
structure in the City of Dubuque; provided for
the issuance of permits and collection of fees
therefor; and adopted a new Article within Title
14, Chapter 1 as Article J; by adjusting the
Notice of Violation provision, adding definitions
for Building Official and Code Official, and
modifying the Housing Board of Appeal Provi-
sions to be consistent with the provisions for
other Boards and Commissions of the City.
Seconded by Jones. Motion carried 6-0.
OFFICIAL PUBLICATION
ORDINANCE NO. 30-16
AMENDING ORDINANCE 8-16 WHICH RE-
PEALED TITLE 6, CHAPTER 6 OF THE CITY
OF DUBUQUE CODE OF ORDINANCES
AND ALL OTHER ORDINANCES OR PARTS
OF LAWS IN CONFLICT THEREWITH;
ADOPTED THE 2015 EDITION OF THE IN-
TERNATIONAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE
CODE, REGULATING AND GOVERNING
THE CONDITIONS AND MAINTENANCE OF
ALL PROPERTY, BUILDINGS, AND
STRUCTURES; PROVIDED THE STAND-
ARDS FOR SUPPLIED UTILITIES AND FA-
CILITIES AND OTHER PHYSICAL THINGS
AND CONDITIONS ESSENTIAL TO ENSURE
THAT STRUCTURES ARE SAFE, SANITARY
AND FIT FOR OCCUPATION AND USE;
AND CONDEMNING BUILDINGS AND
STRUCTURES UNFIT FOR HUMAN OCCU-
PANCY AND USE, AND THE DEMOLITION
OF SUCH EXISTING STRUCTURE IN THE
CITY OF DUBUQUE; PROVIDED FOR THE
ISSUANCE OF PERMITS AND COLLECTION
OF FEES THEREFOR; AND ADOPTED A
NEW ARTICLE WITHIN TITLE 14, CHAPTER
1 AS ARTICLE J; BY ADJUSTING THE NO-
TICE OF VIOLATION PROVISION, ADDING
DEFINITIONS FOR BUILDING OFFICIAL
AND CODE OFFICIAL, AND MODIFYING
THE HOUSING BOARD OF APPEAL PRO-
VISIONS TO BE CONSISTENT WITH THE
PROVISIONS FOR OTHER BOARDS AND
COMMISSIONS OF THE CITY
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IA:
Section 1. Ordinance No. 8-16 is amended
to read as follows:
Section 2. That the current Title 6, Chapter
6 of the City of Dubuque Code of Ordi-
nances and all other ordinances or
parts of laws in conflict herewith are
hereby repealed.
Section 3. The City of Dubuque Code of
Ordinances is amended by adding the
following new Title 14, Chapter 1, Arti-
cle J:
14-1J-1: INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY
MAINTENANCE CODE ADOPTED:
That a certain document, copies of
which are on file in the office of the Build-
ing Services Department and Housing and
Community Development Department, be-
ing marked and designated as the Interna-
tional Property Maintenance Code, 2015
edition, as published by the International
Code Council, be and is hereby adopted as
the Property Maintenance Code of the City
of Dubuque as Title 14, Chapter 1, Article
J, in the State of Iowa for regulating and
governing the conditions and maintenance
of all property, buildings and structures; by
providing the standards for supplied utilities
and facilities and other physical things and
conditions essential to ensure that struc-
tures are safe, sanitary and fit for occupa-
tion and use; and the condemnation of
buildings and structures unfit for human
occupancy and use, and the demolition of
such existing structures as herein provid-
ed; providing for the issuance of permits
and collection of fees therefor; and each
and all of the regulations, provisions, pen-
alties, conditions and terms of said Proper-
ty Maintenance Code on file in the offices
of the Building Services and Housing and
Community Development Departments are
hereby referred to, adopted, and made a
Book 146 Regular Session, June 20, 2016 276
part hereof, as if fully set out in this legisla-
tion, with the additions, insertions, dele-
tions and changes, if any, prescribed in
Section 3 of this ordinance.
14-1J-2: INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY
MAINTENANCE CODE AMEND-
MENTS:
The following additions, deletions, mod-
ifications, or amendments of the Interna-
tional Property Maintenance Code, 2015
edition, adopted in Section 14-1J-1 of this
article to read as follows:
Section 101.1. Insert: City of Dubuque
Section 103.5. Fees. Amended to read:
103.5. Fees. The fees for activities and
services performed by the Housing
and Community Development De-
partment and Building Services De-
partment will be established by res-
olution of the City Council.
Section 104.2. Inspections. Amended to
read:
104.2. Inspections.
A. The code official shall make all of
the required inspections, or shall
accept reports of inspection by
approved agencies or individuals.
Reports of such inspections shall
be in writing and be certified by a
responsible officer of such ap-
proved agency or by the respon-
sible individual. The code official
is authorized to engage such ex-
pert opinion as deemed neces-
sary to report upon unusual tech-
nical issues that arise, subject to
the approval of the appointing au-
thority.
B. Required inspections:
1. When requested and approved
by the property owner, manag-
er, licensed real estate profes-
sional, or occupant; or
2. When the code official has rea-
son to believe there is a viola-
tion of the Property Mainte-
nance Code; or
3. When, upon inspection, a viola-
tion of the Property Mainte-
nance Code is found, and notice
and order to correct is given, the
premises is subject to re-
inspection to determine if the
required corrections have been
made; or
4. When the premises is located in
any area designated by the city
for comprehensive block en-
forcement of the Property
Maintenance Code; or
5. Presale and/or mortgage inspec-
tion: Whenever a person re-
quests presale, pre-loan or oth-
er housing inspection; or
6. Licensed rental units:
a. All rental units are subject to
regular inspection and follow
up re-inspection as necessary.
b. Not less than seven (7) calen-
dar days prior to a scheduled
inspection, the city will by reg-
ular mail to the license holder
and any known tenants notice
of the date and time of a
scheduled inspection. If the li-
cense holder or an authorized
representative of the license
holder is not present at the
time of the scheduled inspec-
tion and the inspector is una-
ble to obtain entry to the rental
unit, a second inspection will
be scheduled.
(1) The license holder may can-
cel a scheduled inspection
once without payment of a
rescheduling fee, provided
the city manager or the city
manager's designee is noti-
fied of the cancellation not
less than two (2) business
days prior to the scheduled
inspection.
Section 106.2. Notice of violation. Amend-
ed to read:
106.2. Notice of violation. A notice
of violation is not required in every situ-
ation and city staff may issue a munici-
pal infraction without previously issuing
a notice of violation. The code official
may serve a notice of violation or order
in accordance with Section 107.
Section 107.1. Notice to Person Re-
sponsible. Amended to read:
107.1 Notice to person responsible.
Whenever the code official determines
that there has been a violation of this
code or has grounds to believe that a
violation has occurred, notice may be
given in the manner prescribed in Sec-
tions 107.2 and 107.3 to the person re-
sponsible for the violation as specified
in this code. Notices for condemnation
procedures shall also comply with Sec-
tion 108.3.
Section 111.1. Application for appeal.
Amended to read as follows:
111.1. Application for appeal.
A. Any person directly affected by a
decision of the code official or a
notice or order issued under this
code shall have the right to ap-
peal to the applicable board of
appeals, provided a written appli-
cation for appeal is filed within 20
Book 146 Regular Session, June 20, 2016 277
days after the day the decision,
notice or order was served. An
application for appeal shall be
based on a claim that the true in-
tent of this code or the rules legal-
ly adopted thereunder have been
incorrectly interpreted, the provi-
sions of this code do not fully ap-
ply, or the requirements of this
code are adequately satisfied by
other means.
B. There will be two boards for hear-
ing appeals on matters covered
by the Property Maintenance
Code.
1. The Building Code Advisory and
Appeal Board will hear appeals
related to matters under the
purview of the Building Services
Department including, but not
limited to residential, multi-
residential, commercial, and in-
dustrial property. The Building
Code Advisory and Appeal
Board will use the provisions of
14-1A-6 for the handling of ap-
peals.
2. The Housing Board of Appeals
will hear appeals related to mat-
ters under the purview of the
Housing & Community Devel-
opment Department, including
but not limited to residential
property and rental housing.
The Housing Board of Appeals
will use the provisions of 14-1J-
7 for the handling of appeals.
Sections 111.2 through 111.8 replaced
with City of Dubuque Code of Ordi-
nances Section 14-1J-7.
Section 202. Definitions. Amended to add
definitions for Building Official, Elevated
Blood Level and Lead Based Pain and
modify the definition of Code Official
and habitable space:
BUILDING OFFICIAL. See “CODE OFFI-
CIAL”.
CODE OFFICIAL. The officer, officers, or
other designated authorities charged
with the administration and enforce-
ment of this code, or a duly authorized
representative. Any reference to
“BUILDING OFFICIAL” in this code re-
fers to “CODE OFFICIAL”.
ELEVATED BLOOD LEVEL: A confirmed
concentration of lead in whole blood of
20 .g/dl (micrograms of lead per decili-
ter of whole blood) or greater for a sin-
gle test; or of 15-19 .g/dl in two (2) con-
secutive tests three (3) to four (4)
months apart.
HABITABLE SPACE: Space in a structure
for living, sleeping, or eating. Bath-
rooms, toilet rooms, closets, halls, stor-
age or utility spaces, and similar areas
are not considered habitable spaces.
LEAD BASED PAINT: A paint surface,
whether or not defective, identified as
having a lead content greater than or
equal to one mg/cm2 (milligrams per
centimeter squared) as identified by X-
ray fluorescence analyzer; or five
tenths percent (0.5%) by weight; or five
thousand (5,000) parts per million
(ppm).
Section 302.3. Sidewalks and driveways.
Amended to read:
302.3. Sidewalks and driveways.
Sidewalks, walkways, stairs, driveways,
parking spaces and similar areas shall
be maintained in accordance with Title
10, Chapter 1 of the City of Dubuque
Code of Ordinances and the City of
Dubuque’s standards for defective
sidewalks.
Section 302.4. Weeds. Amended to read:
302.4. Weeds. Premises and exte-
rior property shall be maintained in ac-
cordance with Section 6-8-2 of the City
of Dubuque Code of Ordinances.
Exception: Pursuant to Iowa Code
§562A.15 a landlord may enter into a
lease agreement, in certain circum-
stances, with a tenant for mainte-
nance in which case a tenant will be
responsible for complying with Sec-
tion 6-8-2. City will provide a lease
addendum documenting the agree-
ment for use by landlords. If a land-
lord prefers to use a different form,
upon request of the City a landlord
must provide a copy of the written
lease agreement to the code official.
Section 302.8. Motor vehicles. Amended to
read:
302.8. Motor vehicles. See Sections
16-7-1-3 and 16-14-5 of the City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances.
Section 304.2. Protective treatment.
Amended to read:
304.2. Protective treatment. Exteri-
or surfaces, including but not limited to,
doors, door and window frames, cor-
nices, porches, trim, balconies, decks
and fences, shall be maintained in
good condition. Exterior wood surfaces,
other than decay-resistant woods, shall
be protected from the elements and
decay by painting or other protective
covering or treatment. Peeling, flaking
and chipped paint shall be eliminated
and surfaces repainted. Siding and
masonry joints, as well as those be-
tween the building envelope and the
perimeter of windows, doors and sky-
lights, shall be maintained weather re-
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sistant and water tight. Metal surfaces
subject to rust or corrosion shall be
coated to inhibit such rust and corro-
sion. Oxidation stains and rust shall be
removed from exterior surfaces when
oxidation stains or rust compromises
the function of the building component
to perform as designed. Surfaces de-
signed for stabilization by oxidation are
exempt from this requirement.
Section 304.3. Address Identification.
Amended to add:
Exception: The Fire Official may
approve nonconforming address identi-
fication.
Section 304.14. Insect screens. Insert: May
1 to November 1.
Section 304.18.1. Doors. Amended to
read:
304.18.1. Doors. Doors providing
access to a dwelling unit, rooming unit
or housekeeping unit that is rented,
leased or let shall be equipped with a
lock designed to be readily openable
from the side from which egress is to
be made without the need for keys,
special knowledge or effort. Such locks
shall be installed according to the man-
ufacturer’s specifications and main-
tained in good working order.
Section 305.3. Interior surfaces. Amended
to read:
305.3. Interior surfaces.
A. Interior surfaces, including win-
dows and doors, shall be main-
tained in good, clean and sanitary
condition. Peeling, chipping,
loose, flaking or abraded paint
shall be repaired, removed or
covered. Cracked or loose plas-
ter, decayed wood and other de-
fective surface conditions shall be
corrected.
B. All residential properties receiving
federal assistance must be in
compliance with the Lead Safe
Housing Rule at 24 CFR 35 and
the Lead Based Paint Poisoning
Prevention Act at 42 USC 4822.
The owner of federally assisted
units must provide certification
that the dwelling is in accordance
with said regulations. If the feder-
ally assisted unit was constructed
prior to 1978, upon occupancy a
notice must be provided which
outlines the lead based paint reg-
ulations, the hazards of lead
based paint poisoning, the symp-
toms and treatment of lead poi-
soning, and the precautions to be
taken against lead poisoning.
C. All residential property must com-
ply with the Residential Lead-
Based Paint Hazard Reduction
Act of 1992, requiring the disclo-
sure of known information on
lead-based paint and lead-based
paint hazards before the sale or
lease of certain housing built be-
fore 1978.
Section 308.2.1. Rubbish storage facilities.
Amended to add:
Exception: Pursuant to Iowa Code
§562A.15 a landlord may enter into a
lease agreement, in certain circum-
stances, with a tenant for mainte-
nance in which case a tenant will be
responsible for compliance with this
provision. City will provide a lease
addendum documenting the agree-
ment for use by landlords. If a land-
lord prefers to use a different form,
upon request of the City a landlord
must provide a copy of the written
lease agreement to the code official.
Section 404.4.2. Deleted.
Section 404.4.3. Water closet accessibility.
Amended to read as follows:
404.4.3. Water closet accessibility.
Every bedroom in a dwelling unit shall
have access to not less than one water
closet and lavatory located in the same
story as the bedroom or an adjacent story.
Section 602.3. Heat Supply. Insert: Sep-
tember 15 to May 15
Section 602.4. Occupiable work spaces.
Insert: September 15 to May 15
Section 602.5. Room temperature meas-
urement. Amended to read:
602.5. Room temperature measure-
ment. The required room temperatures
shall be measured three (3) feet above the
floor, at the inside wall.
Section 605.2. Receptacles. Amended to
add:
Exception: In lieu of every habitable
space in a dwelling containing two
separate and remote receptacle out-
lets, one receptacle and a separate
permanently installed light fixture is
allowable.
Appendix A: Deleted.
14-1J-3: RENTAL LICENSES:
A. Rental License Required: No property
owner, manager, or licensed real estate
professional may let to another for rent
and/or occupancy any dwelling, dwell-
ing unit, housekeeping unit, rooming
house, rooming unit, or sleeping unit,
as defined by the Property Mainte-
nance Code and hereinafter cumula-
tively referred to as “rental unit” in the
city unless such person holds a current
rental license issued by the city man-
Book 146 Regular Session, June 20, 2016 279
ager in the name of the property owner,
manager, or licensed real estate pro-
fessional for the specific rental unit.
B. Application Requirements: Completion
of a rental license application must be
made by the property owner, manager,
or licensed real estate professional and
must include, but is not limited to the
following information:
1. Address of the rental unit(s), in-
cluding correct unit identifica-
tions
2. Number and type of rental units
in the structure
3. Owner’s Name and contact in-
formation, including
a. Mailing address
b. Telephone number during nor-
mal business hours
c. Telephone number in the event
of an emergency
d. Email address, if available
4. If the property owner has re-
tained a property manager the
property owner must provide the
following information:
a. Property manager’s name
b. Property manager’s mailing
address
c. Property manager’s telephone
number during normal busi-
ness hours
d. Property manager’s telephone
number in the event of an
emergency
e. Property manager’s email ad-
dress, if applicable
f. A statement that the property
manager or real estate pro-
fessional has the same au-
thority and responsibility as
the property owner for main-
taining the rental unit(s).
5. The property owner, manager, or
licensed real estate professional
must designate a responsible
agent to represent the property
owner, manager, or licensed re-
al estate professional whenever
the property owner, manager, or
licensed real estate professional
is not available for maintenance
of the dwelling for which a li-
cense is sought. The agent
must have the same authority
and responsibility as the proper-
ty owner for maintaining the
rental unit(s).
C. Duty to report changes. The prop-
erty owner or registered manager
or real estate professional is re-
sponsible to inform the City of any
subsequent changes to any in-
formation on the rental license
application which has changed at
the time of such changes, any at
any time changes occur after the
initial registration.
D. Rental License Fees: The City
Council, by resolution, establishes
a fee schedule to defray the costs
of inspections, enforcement, and
administration of the provisions of
this code.
E. Rental license term.
1. Rental licenses will be issued for
a term of one year. A rental li-
cense issued during the course
of the year will be put on the
standard cycle for rental license
expiration which may result in a
prorated rental license term of
less than one year.
2. If a property owner, manager, or
licensed real estate professional
is designated a priority category
under section 14-1J-4 of this
chapter, the city manager may
reduce the term of the rental li-
cense from an annual license to
a quarterly license until such
time as the priority category has
gone twelve (12) consecutive
months without a violation which
would qualify the individual for
priority category status.
F. Annual license renewal.
1. Rental licenses must be renewed
annually, upon notice issued by
the city manager to the property
owner or registered manager or
licensed real estate professional
holding the rental license(s).
2. Application for renewal of a rental
license may be made within six-
ty (60) days prior to the expira-
tion of an existing rental license.
3. Application for renewal of rental
licenses will be sent at the be-
ginning of each calendar year
and must be remitted within six-
ty (60) days.
G. Renewal fees due. Renewal fees
will be invoiced at the beginning
of each calendar year and must
be remitted within sixty (60) days.
Failure to pay required fees is a
violation of this code and may re-
sult in monetary penalties, license
suspension, license revocation,
issuance of a notice to vacate to
tenants, and/or issuance of mu-
nicipal infractions.
H. Rental license not transferable.
Rental licenses are not transfera-
ble from one property to another.
Book 146 Regular Session, June 20, 2016 280
Rental licenses are not transfer-
rable from one owner to another
in the event of property sale. It is
the responsibility of the property
owner, manager, or licensed real
estate professional holding a
rental license to provide the city
manager written notice, within five
(5) working days, of transferring
or otherwise disposing of owner-
ship or control of the property.
The notice must include the avail-
able information on the buyer. It is
the responsibility of the property
buyer to license the property in
his/her name or company name.
I. Conditions of rental licenses: The
city manager is hereby authorized
to issue and renew a rental li-
censes in the name of the appli-
cant property owner, manager, or
licensed real estate professional,
provided the following criteria are
met:
1. Property Maintenance Code
Warranty. The rental unit is war-
ranted by the property owner,
manager, or licensed real estate
professional to substantially
comply with the Property
Maintenance Code.
2. Fees. All fees required pursuant
to the issuance of a rental li-
cense are paid in full to the city.
3. Successful Rental Property Man-
agement Class:
a. The property owner or manager
has completed the Successful
Rental Property Management
class (the Program) or a pro-
gram of continuing education
approved by the city manager.
b. Until such time as the property
owner or manager has com-
pleted the program or an
equivalent program of continu-
ing education approved by the
city manager, only a tempo-
rary rental license may be is-
sued.
c. A property owner or manager
who has completed the pro-
gram since 2000 according to
the city's records, or who can
provide other proof of comple-
tion, will be exempted from
this requirement.
d. Licensed real estate profes-
sionals are exempted from the
program attendance require-
ment.
e. The city manager may waive
the Program requirement up-
on the submission of a written
request by a property owner,
manager, or licensed real es-
tate professional and after
finding that:
(1) The property is properly li-
censed by the city of Dubu-
que;
(2) The property has no history
of priority category designa-
tion or any founded code
violations within the previous
twelve (12) months; and
(3) A waiver will not provide the
property owner with an un-
fair advantage in a competi-
tive real estate market.
4. Criminal Background Checks:
a. The property owner, manager,
or licensed real estate profes-
sional agrees to conduct
background checks for all pro-
spective tenants whose ten-
ancy commences on or after
July 1, 2011. A background
check may be performed us-
ing the city's free background
check service or by another
background check service ap-
proved by the city manager.
b. The city manager may waive
the criminal background check
requirement upon the submis-
sion of a written request by a
property owner, manager, or
licensed real estate profes-
sional and after a finding that:
(1) The property is properly li-
censed by the city of Dubu-
que;
(2) The property has no history
of priority category designa-
tion or any founded code
violations within the previous
twelve (12) months; and
(3) A waiver will not create a
danger to nearby residents.
J. Suspension and Revocation of
rental license.
1. The city manager may, for good
cause, suspend or revoke a
rental license for a rental unit,
and in the case of a multi-family
dwelling, suspend the license as
to one or more rental units for a
period not to exceed one year
for any of the following:
a. Conviction, judgment, plea of
guilty, or finding of guilt of the
licensee for violation of any
provision of the Property
Maintenance Code;
Book 146 Regular Session, June 20, 2016 281
b. Misrepresentation by the licen-
see of any material fact in the
application for a rental license;
c. Refusal by the licensee to per-
mit inspection of the licensed
rental unit(s) by authorized
city personnel;
d. Nonpayment of the fee for re-
newal of the rental license;
e. Failure to attend the Successful
Rental Property Management
class; or
f. Failure to perform a required
criminal background check on
an applicant for tenancy after
July 1, 2011.
g. Failure of a priority category to
comply with an inspection
schedule or pay inspection
fees. Tenants will be relocated
from the rental unit at the pri-
ority category's expense.
2. Prior to any suspension or revo-
cation under this subsection, the
city manager must give notice in
writing to the property owner,
manager, or licensed real estate
professional and provide for an
opportunity to appeal.
3. During the period of revocation or
suspension, a unit for which the
rental license was suspended or
revoked may not be relicensed.
4. The city manager shall cause to
be issued to the licensee a no-
tice that the license is suspend-
ed or revoked, setting forth the
reason(s) therefor. The notice
shall be sent by certified United
States mail to the licensee at
the address on file with the city
manager.
5. Appeal. The licensee may appeal
the decision of the city manager
to the housing code appeals
board. An appeal must be filed,
in writing, within twenty (20)
days from the date of the notice
of suspension or revocation.
6. Upon suspension or revocation
the city manager must give writ-
ten notice of the suspension or
revocation of the license to each
tenant, requiring the tenant to
vacate the premises within a
time frame determined by the
city manager. Any tenant who
fails to vacate the premises after
such time shall be subject to
penalties under Title 1, Chapter
4 of the city code.
K. Relationship of rental license to
other codes: The issuance of a
rental license for a rental unit
does not in any way signify or im-
ply the rental unit conforms with
Iowa law or the city code, nor
does the issuance of a license re-
lieve the property owner, manag-
er, or licensed real estate profes-
sional of the responsibility for
compliance with applicable Iowa
law and the city code.
14-1J-4: PRIORITY CATEGORY:
A. Priority Category Designated: The
city manager may designate a
property owner, manager, or li-
censed real estate professional a
priority category for purposes of
the housing code if three (3) times
within a period of twelve (12) con-
secutive months the property
owner, manager, or licensed real
estate professional:
1. Has a rental license suspended;
2. Has a rental license revoked;
3. Is noncompliant with housing
code orders in excess of ninety
(90) days without either an ex-
tension of time or variance from
the housing code appeals board
or good faith progress as de-
termined by the city manager;
4. Fails to perform a mandated
criminal background check on a
tenant; or
5. Receives a citation for a housing
code violation.
B. Notice Of Priority Category Status:
Whenever the city manager des-
ignates a property owner, manag-
er, or licensed real estate profes-
sional to be a priority category
under subsection A of this sec-
tion, the city manager must give
notice of the designation to the
property owner, manager, or li-
censed real estate professional
responsible. Each notice must:
1. Be in writing;
2. Include a listing of the basis for
designating the property owner,
manager, or licensed real estate
professional a priority category;
3. Be served upon the property
owner, manager, or licensed re-
al estate professional by deliver-
ing the same at the property
owner, manager, or licensed re-
al estate professional's resi-
dence, office, or place of busi-
ness in person or by mailing by
certified mail or regular mail to
such address. All such mail
must bear indicia requesting re-
turn to sender or forwarding ad-
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dress if not deliverable as ad-
dressed; and
4. Contain a statement that:
a. The property owner, manager,
or licensed real estate profes-
sional may appeal from the
notice of the city manager to
the housing code appeals
board;
b. An appeal must be made in
writing and filed with the city
manager within twenty (20)
days from the date of service
of the designation notice; and
c. A failure to appeal will consti-
tute a waiver of all rights to an
appeal.
5. This section may not be inter-
preted to prevent the enforce-
ment and imposition of fines and
penalties for housing code viola-
tions.
14-1J-5: PROCEDURE FOR HEARING
APPEAL OF PRIORITY CATEGORY
STATUS:
A. Notice Of Appeal: A property own-
er, manager, or licensed real es-
tate professional designated a
priority category by the city man-
ager under section 14-1J-4 of this
chapter may appeal to the hous-
ing appeals board for a reconsid-
eration of such status. An appeal
must be filed in writing within
twenty (20) days of the notice of
designation as a priority category.
The notice of appeal must include
the following:
1. Name and address of the ap-
pellant;
2. A brief statement in ordinary
and concise language of any
material facts claimed to sup-
port the contentions of the ap-
pellant;
3. A brief statement in ordinary
and concise language of the
relief sought, and the reasons
why it is claimed the order ap-
pealed from should be re-
versed; and
4. The signature of the appellant
and the appellant's mailing
address.
B. Appeal Filing Fee: At the time of fil-
ing the notice of appeal, the ap-
pellant must pay therewith a filing
fee in an amount set by the city
manager. If the board reverses
the designation, the fee will be ful-
ly refunded.
C. Notice Of Hearing: Upon receipt of
a notice of appeal filed pursuant
to this section, the chairperson of
the board must fix a date, time,
and place for hearing the appeal,
within sixty (60) days from the
date the appeal was filed, unless
agreed upon by the appellant and
city. Written notice of the time and
place of the hearing must be giv-
en at least ten (10) days prior to
the date of the hearing to the ap-
pellant either by causing a copy of
such notice to be personally de-
livered to the appellant or by mail-
ing a copy thereof to the appel-
lant's address shown on the no-
tice of appeal.
D. Waiver: The failure to file a notice
of appeal in accordance with this
section constitutes a waiver of the
appeal.
E. Appeals Process: The Housing
Board of Appeals shall adopt and
make available to the public
through the secretary procedures
under which a hearing will be
conducted. The procedures shall
not require compliance with strict
rules of evidence, but shall man-
date that only relevant information
be received.
F. Appeals Board Action: Following
the hearing, the housing code ap-
peals board may, by a majority
vote, affirm the designation or re-
verse the designation.
14-1J-6: INSPECTION OF PROPERTIES
OWNED BY PRIORITY CATEGORY:
The city manager or the city manager's de-
signee may order the inspection of any
or all properties owned or managed by
a priority category. The fee for such in-
spection will be as set by the city man-
ager. The properties may be put on an
accelerated inspection schedule by the
city manager or the city manager's de-
signee. If a priority category fails to
comply with an inspection schedule or
pay any inspection fee, the rental li-
cense may be suspended or revoked
and the tenants relocated from the unit
at the priority category's expense.
14-1J-7: HOUSING BOARD OF AP-
PEALS:
A. Board Created: In order to hear
and decide appeals of orders, de-
cisions, or determinations made
by the code official relative to the
application and interpretation of
this code, there shall be and is
hereby created a Housing Board
of Appeals. The Housing Board of
Appeals shall be appointed by the
Book 146 Regular Session, June 20, 2016 283
City Council and shall hold office
at its pleasure.
B. Membership: The Housing Board
of Appeals will be comprised of
five (5) residents of the city ap-
pointed by the City Council for
terms of three (3) years or until
such member’s successor is ap-
pointed and qualified. Vacancies
must be filled in the same manner
as original appointments. Rea-
sonable efforts should be made to
obtain representation of both ten-
ants and landlords.
C. Oath: Each person, upon appoint-
ment or reappointment to the
board, must execute an oath of
office at the first meeting of the
board following appointment or
reappointment or at the city clerk's
office any time prior to the first
meeting of the board following the
appointment or reappointment.
D. Officers/Organization: The board
must choose annually a chairper-
son and vice-chairperson, each to
serve a term of one (1) year. The
code official is the secretary of the
board. The board must fill a va-
cancy among its officers for the
remainder of the officer’s unex-
pired term.
E. Compensation: Members serve
without compensation, provided
that they may receive reimburse-
ment for necessary travel and
other expenses while on official
board business within the limits
established in the city administra-
tive policies and budget.
F. Disqualification of Member: A
member shall not hear an appeal
in which that member has a per-
sonal, professional, or financial in-
terest.
G. Application for Appeal:
1. Any person affected by a deci-
sion of the code official or a no-
tice or order issued under this
code shall have the right to ap-
peal to the Housing Board of
Appeals, provided a written ap-
plication for appeal is filed within
twenty (20) days after the day
the decision, notice, or order
was served.
2. An application for appeal shall be
based on a claim that the true
intent of this code or the rules
legally adopted thereunder have
been incorrectly interpreted, the
provisions of this code do not
fully apply, or the requirements
of this code are adequately sat-
isfied by other means.
H. Limitations on Authority (Board
Powers)
1. The board has the following
powers, duties, and responsi-
bilities:
a. To advise the city council on
all property maintenance
matters under the purview of
the Housing & Community
Development Department.
b. To serve as an appeal body
for the decisions of the code
official.
c. To provide for reasonable in-
terpretations of the Property
Maintenance Code on mat-
ters under the purview of the
Housing & Community De-
velopment Department.
The Housing Board of Appeals does not have
the authority to waive the requirements of this
code.
I. Notice of Meeting: The board shall
meet upon notice from the chair-
man, within not less than ten (10)
days and not more than sixty (60)
days of the filing of an appeal, at
stated periodic meetings, or at the
written request of a majority of the
members.
J. Open Hearing:
1. Hearings before the board shall
be open to the public and in
compliance with the provisions
of the Iowa open meetings law.
2. The appellant, the appellant’s
representative, the code official,
and any person whose interests
are affected shall be given an
opportunity to be heard.
K. Hearing Procedure:
1. The board shall adopt and make
available to the public through
the secretary procedures under
which a hearing will be conduct-
ed. The procedures shall not re-
quire compliance with strict
rules of evidence, but shall
mandate that only relevant in-
formation be received.
2. A quorum shall consist of a min-
imum of two-thirds (2/3) of the
board membership.
3. Members of the board shall at-
tend at least two-thirds (2/3) of
all regularly scheduled and held
meetings within a twelve (12)
month period. If any member
does not attend such prescribed
number of meetings, it shall
constitute grounds for the board
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to recommend to the city council
that the member be replaced.
The attendance of all members
shall be entered upon the
minutes of all meetings.
4. The city manager shall file with
the city clerk a copy of the
minutes of each meeting of the
board within ten (10) working
days after each such meeting.
5. All administrative, personnel, ac-
counting, budgetary, and pro-
curement policies of the city
shall govern the board in its op-
erations.
6. Removal: Except as provided in
14-1J-7(K)(3), the city council
may remove any member for
good cause.
L. Postponed Hearing: Either the city
or the appellant may request a
postponement of a hearing sub-
ject to the approval of the code of-
ficial. In no event may a post-
ponement exceed ninety (90)
days beyond the date of the ap-
peal.
M. Board Decision on Appeals: The
board may, by majority vote:
1. Affirm the decision of the code
official;
2. Reverse the decision of the code
official; or
3. Modify the decision of the code
official:
a. Modification of deadline. The
Housing Board of Appeals
may not approve an extension
of a deadline which exceeds
nine (9) months from the date
of the notice of violation. Con-
ditions under which a deadline
will be extended must be in
writing and on file in the Hous-
ing & Community Develop-
ment Department.
b. Modification to allow variance:
Conditions under which a var-
iance will be granted must be
in writing and on file in the
Housing & Community Devel-
opment Department.
N. Resolution: The decision of the
board shall be by resolution. A
written copy shall be furnished to
the appellant and placed in city
records.
O. Administration: The code official
shall take immediate action in ac-
cordance with the decision of the
board.
P. Court Review: Any person, wheth-
er or not a previous party to the
appeal, shall have the right to ap-
ply to the appropriate court for a
writ of certiorari to correct errors
of law. Application for review shall
be made in the manner and time
required by law following the filing
of the decision in the office of the
code official chief administrative
officer.
Section 3. That if any section, subsection,
sentence, clause or phrase of this ordinance
is, for any reason, held to be unconstitutional,
such decision shall not affect the validity of the
remaining portions of this ordinance. The City
of Dubuque hereby declares that it would have
passed this law, and each section, subsection,
clause or phrase thereof, irrespective of the
fact that any one or more sections, subsec-
tions, sentences, clauses and phrases be de-
clared unconstitutional.
Section 4. That nothing in this ordinance or
in the Property Maintenance Code hereby
adopted shall be construed to affect any suit or
proceeding pending in any court, or any rights
acquired, or liability incurred, or any cause or
causes of action acquired or existing, under
any act or ordinance hereby repealed as cited
in this ordinance; nor shall any just or legal
right or remedy of any character be lost, im-
paired or affected by this legislation.
Section 5. That the City Clerk is hereby or-
dered and directed to cause this ordinance to
be published.
Section 6. That this ordinance and the
rules, regulations, provisions, requirements,
orders and matters established and adopted
hereby shall take effect and be in full force and
effect on July 1, 2016.
Passed, approved, and adopted the 20th
day of June, 2016.
/s/Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: /s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Published officially in the Telegraph Herald
newspaper on the 24th day of June, 2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
8. Code of Ordinances Amendment - Ref-
erences to Title 6, Chapter 6 Former Housing
Code: City Manager recommending approval
of an ordinance which adjusts any references
to Title 6, Chapter 6 to the updated and proper
Code resulting from adoption of the Interna-
tional Property Maintenance Code. Motion by
Lynch to receive and file the documents and
that the requirement that a proposed ordi-
nance be considered and voted on for pas-
sage at two Council meetings prior to the
meeting at which it is to be passed be sus-
pended. Seconded by Rios. Motion carried 6-
0.
Motion by Lynch for final consideration and
passage of Ordinance No. 31-16 Amending
City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances: Title 2
Book 146 Regular Session, June 20, 2016 285
Boards and Commissions, Chapter 5; Title 3
Revenue and Taxation, Chapter 4; Title 6
Health, Housing, Sanitation and Environment,
Chapter 4; Title 8 Human Rights, Chapter 5;
Title 14 Building and Development, Chapters 2
& 3; Title 14 Building and Development, Chap-
ter 4 by replacing any references to “Housing
Code” with “Property Maintenance Code” and
any references to “Title 6, Chapter 6” with “Ti-
tle 14, Chapter 1” and by replacing the defini-
tion of “Housing Code” with “Property Mainte-
nance Code.” Seconded by Jones. Motion
carried 6-0.
OFFICIAL PUBLICATION
ORDINANCE NO. 31-16
AMENDING CITY OF DUBUQUE CODE OF
ORDINANCES:
• TITLE 2 BOARDS AND COMMIS-
SIONS, CHAPTER 5 HOUSING AGEN-
CY AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
COMMISSIONS, ARTICLE B HOUSING
COMMISSION, SECTION 2-5B-2 PUR-
POSE;
• TITLE 2 BOARDS AND COMMIS-
SIONS, CHAPTER 5 HOUSING AGEN-
CY AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
COMMISSIONS, ARTICLE B HOUSING
COMMISSION, SECTION 2-5B-15 MON-
ITOR HOUSING PROGRAM; CON-
DUCT HEARINGS ON GRIEVANCES;
• TITLE 3 REVENUE AND TAXATION,
CHAPTER 4 ECONOMIC DEVELOP-
MENT, ARTICLE D RESIDENTIAL RE-
LOCATION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM,
SECTION 3-4D-9 PROCEDURE FOR
HEARING APPEAL;
• TITLE 6 HEALTH, HOUSING, SANITA-
TION AND ENVIRONMENT, CHAPTER
4 NUISANCES, SECTION 6-4-2 DEFI-
NITIONS;
• TITLE 8 HUMAN RIGHTS, CHAPTER 5
FAIR HOUSING, SECTION 8-5-3 EX-
EMPTIONS;
• TITLE 14 BUILDING AND DEVELOP-
MENT, CHAPTER 2 BUILDING CON-
STRUCTION, DEMOLITION AND MOV-
ING, SECTION 14-2-6 SPECIAL PRO-
VISIONS;
• TITLE 14 BUILDING AND DEVELOP-
MENT, CHAPTER 3 DANGEROUS
BUILDINGS, SECTION 14-3-1 PUR-
POSE;
• TITLE 14 BUILDING AND DEVELOP-
MENT, CHAPTER 3 DANGEROUS
BUILDINGS, SECTION 14-3-2 DEFINI-
TIONS; AND
• TITLE 14 BUILDING AND DEVELOP-
MENT, CHAPTER 4 LICENSING OF
VACANT AND/OR ABANDONED
BUILDINGS, SECTION 14-4-1 DEFINI-
TIONS
BY REPLACING ANY REFERENCES TO
“HOUSING CODE” WITH “PROPERTY
MAINTENANCE CODE” AND ANY REFER-
ENCES TO “TITLE 6, CHAPTER 6” WITH
“TITLE 14, CHAPTER 1” AND BY REPLAC-
ING THE DEFINITION OF “HOUSING CODE”
WITH “PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE”
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. Section 2-5B-2 of the City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances is amended to
read as follows:
2-5B-2: PURPOSE:
The purpose of the commission is to un-
dertake and carry out studies and analysis of
housing needs and the meeting of such needs;
to recommend proposed projects in the area of
low and moderate income housing for the citi-
zens of the city; to monitor the city's housing
programs; and to conduct grievances regard-
ing the rental assistance program, except in
the area of property maintenance code en-
forcement.
Section 2. Section 2-5B-15 of the City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances is amended to
read as follows:
2-5B-15: MONITOR HOUSING PRO-
GRAM; CONDUCT HEARINGS ON GRIEV-
ANCES:
The commission monitors the city's hous-
ing program and conducts hearings on griev-
ances arising out of the operation of such pro-
gram with the exception of property mainte-
nance code enforcement which is handled by
the housing appeals board.
Section 3. Section 3-4D-9 of the City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances is amended to
read as follows:
3-4D-9: PROCEDURE FOR HEARING
APPEAL:
A. Notice Of Appeal: Any person ag-
grieved or adversely affected by a
decision of the city manager un-
der the property maintenance
code may apply to the appeals
board for review of such decision
by filing a written notice of appeal
with the city manager within twen-
ty (20) days of the date of the de-
cision. The notice of appeal shall
include the following:
1. Name and address of person ap-
pealing.
2. A brief statement in ordinary and
concise language of the decision
protested, together with any mate-
rial facts claimed to support the
contentions of the person appeal-
ing.
3. A brief statement in ordinary and
concise language of the relief
sought, and the reasons why it is
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claimed the protested decision
should be reversed or modified.
4. The signatures of all parties named
as persons appealing, and their
official mailing addresses.
B. Notice Of Hearing: Upon receipt of
any notice of appeal filed pursu-
ant to this section, the city man-
ager shall forward the notice of
appeal to the chairperson of the
appeals board. As soon as practi-
cable after receiving the notice of
appeal, the chairperson of the ap-
peals board shall fix a date, time
and place for hearing the appeal.
Such date shall not be less than
thirty (30) days nor more than six-
ty (60) days from the date the no-
tice of appeal was received by the
city manager unless the person
appealing agrees to an earlier ad-
judication of the appeal. Written
notice of the time and place of the
hearing shall be given by the city
manager at least ten (10) days
prior to the date of the hearing to
each person appealing either by
causing a copy of such notice to
be personally delivered to the
person appealing or by mailing a
copy thereof to the address of the
person appealing shown on the
appeal.
C. Waiver: Failure of any person to
file an appeal in accordance with
the provisions of this section shall
constitute a waiver of such per-
son's right to a hearing.
D. Hearing Appeals: The conduct of
hearing appeals filed with the ap-
peals board shall be governed by
title 2, chapter 1 of this code.
E. Appeals Board Relief: The appeals
board may reverse, modify or sus-
tain the decision appealed from.
Section 4. Section 6-4-2 of the City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances is amended to
read as follows:
6-4-2: DEFINITIONS:
As used in this chapter, the following defi-
nitions shall apply:
ABANDONED BUILDING: Any building or
portion thereof which has stood with an in-
complete exterior shell for longer than one
year, or any building or portion thereof which is
unoccupied and which meets one or more of
the following criteria:
A. Is unsecured; or
B. Is in violation of the city of Dubuque
property maintenance code, build-
ing code, or fire code.
CITY MANAGER: Includes the city man-
ager's designee.
COMPOST PILE: A collection of yard
waste and kitchen food wastes, but specifically
excluding bones, meat, fat, grease, oil, raw
dog or cat manure, which collection in non-
manufactured composting units is screened
from the street view, is located in a confined
area, is no taller than five feet (5') high and no
larger than seventy five (75) square feet in
area, is located more than twenty feet (20')
from any habitable structure on adjoining
property and at least three feet (3') from a
property boundary line, is located more than
five feet (5') from any wood structure, exclud-
ing fences and compost containers, is not lo-
cated in a natural drainageway and is not lo-
cated in the area between any building and the
street right of way and is collected for reuse as
a soil amendment and is maintained free of
noxious odors.
DANGEROUS BUILDING OR STRUC-
TURE: Any building or structure defined in this
code as unsafe or dangerous.
HAZARDOUS WASTE: Those wastes de-
fined in chapter 455B, code of Iowa, as
amended, and the Iowa administrative code,
as amended.
JUNK OR SALVAGE MATERIAL: Any dis-
carded or salvaged building material or fixture;
any obsolete or inoperable machinery and/or
equipment or parts thereof; any wood, metal,
plastic or composite pieces remaining outside
of a legal structure for more than forty eight
(48) hours.
NOXIOUS SUBSTANCES: Substances,
solid or fluid, which are offensive, detrimental
to health, hurtful or dangerous, including, but
not limited to, any dead animal or portion
thereof, and human or animal excrement.
OWNER: The record owner of real proper-
ty, and any person having a property interest
in the property, including legal or equitable
interests.
PROPERTY: Includes both real and per-
sonal property.
RESPONSIBLE PARTY: Any person hav-
ing ownership, possession, or control of real or
personal property, including, but not limited to,
any one or more of the following:
A. An agent;
B. An assignee or collector of rents;
C. A contract seller or contract pur-
chaser;
D. The holder of a deed to the proper-
ty;
E. A mortgagee or vendee in posses-
sion;
F. A receiver, executor, administrator
or trustee;
G. Lessee and lessor; or
H. Any other person, firm, partner-
ship, corporation or entity exercis-
ing control over the property.
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SOLID WASTE: Any waste that is putres-
cible, nonputrescible, combustible or noncom-
bustible, including, but not limited to, trash,
garbage, material resulting from the handling,
processing, storage, preparation, serving and
consumption of food, vegetable or animal mat-
ter, offal, rubbish, ashes, incinerator residue,
street cleanings, construction debris and solid
industrial waste.
YARD WASTE: The accumulation of grass,
leaves, tree trimmings under three inches (3")
in diameter, brush and garden residue, which
accumulation is screened from the street view,
is located in a confined area, is no taller than
four feet (4') high and no larger than seventy
five (75) square feet in area, is located more
than twenty feet (20') from any habitable struc-
ture on adjoining property, at least three feet
(3') from a property boundary line, is located
more than five feet (5') from any wood struc-
ture, excluding fences and compost contain-
ers, is not located in a natural drainageway, is
not located in the area between any building
and the street right of way, is collected for re-
use as a soil amendment, and is maintained
free of noxious odors.
Section 5. Section 8-5-3 of the City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances is amended to
read as follows:
8-5-3: EXEMPTIONS:
A. Exemptions Enumerated: Nothing
in section 8-5-2 of this chapter,
other than subsection 8-5-2C of
this chapter, shall apply to:
1. Any single-family house sold or
rented by an owner; provided,
that:
a. The private individual owner
does not own more than three
(3) such single-family houses
at any one time.
b. In the sale of any single-family
house, the private individual
owner does not reside in, nor
is the most recent resident of
such house prior to such sale;
the exemption granted by this
subsection shall apply to only
one such sale within a twenty
four (24) month period.
c. The bona fide private individual
owner does not own any in-
terest in, nor is there owned or
reserved on the owner's be-
half, under express of volun-
tary agreement, title to, or any
right to all or a portion of the
proceeds from the sale or
rental of more than three (3)
such single-family houses at
one time.
d. There is no utilization in any
manner of the sales or rental
facilities or the sales or rental
services of any real estate
broker, agent, salesperson, or
of such facilities or services of
any person in the business of
selling or renting dwellings, or
of any employee or agent of
any such broker, agent,
salesperson, or person.
e. There is no publication, post-
ing, or mailing, after notice, of
any advertisement or written
notice in violation of subsec-
tion 8-5-2C of this chapter.
Nothing in this subsection
prohibits the utilization of at-
torneys, escrow agents, ab-
stractors, title companies, and
other such professional assis-
tance as necessary to perfect
or transfer the title.
2. Rooms or units in dwellings con-
taining living quarters occupied
or intended to be occupied by
no more than four (4) families
living independently of each
other, if the owner actually
maintains and occupies one of
such living quarters as his resi-
dence.
B. Selling Or Renting Dwellings: For
the purposes of subsection A of
this section, a person shall be
deemed to be in the business of
selling or renting dwellings if:
1. The person has, within the pre-
ceding twelve (12) months, par-
ticipated as principal in three (3)
or more transactions involving
the sale or rental of any dwelling
or any interest therein.
2. The person has, within the pre-
ceding twelve (12) months, par-
ticipated as agent, other than in
the sale of the person's own
personal residence, in providing
sales or rental facilities or sales
or rental services in two (2) or
more transactions involving the
sale or rental of any dwelling or
any interest therein.
3. The person is the owner of any
dwelling designed or intended
for occupancy by, or occupied
by, five (5) or more families.
C. Religious Or Nonprofit Organiza-
tions: Nothing in this chapter shall
prohibit a religious organization,
association, or society or any
nonprofit institution or organiza-
tion operated, supervised, or con-
trolled by or in conjunction with a
religious organization, associa-
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tion, or society, from limiting the
sale, rental, or occupancy of
dwellings which it owns or oper-
ates for other than a commercial
purpose to persons of the same
religion, or from giving preference
to such persons, unless member-
ship in such religion is restricted
on account of race, color, sex,
familial status, national origin,
creed, age, disability, sexual ori-
entation, or gender identity. Nor
shall anything in this chapter pro-
hibit a private club not in fact open
to the public, which as an incident
to its primary purpose or purposes
provides lodging which it owns or
operates for other occupancy of
such lodging to its members or
from giving preference to its
members.
D. Applicability Of Housing Regula-
tions; Housing For Older Persons:
1. Nothing in this chapter limits the
applicability of title 14, chapter 1
of this code regarding the max-
imum number of occupants
permitted to occupy a dwelling.
Nor does any provision in this
chapter regarding familial status
or age apply with respect to
housing for older persons.
2. As used in this section, "housing
for older persons" means hous-
ing:
a. Provided under any state or
federal program that the sec-
retary determines is specifical-
ly designed and operated to
assist elderly persons, as de-
fined in the state or federal
program.
b. Intended for, and solely occu-
pied by, persons sixty two (62)
years of age or older.
c. Intended and operated for oc-
cupancy by at least one per-
son fifty five (55) years of age
or older per unit. In determin-
ing whether housing qualifies
as housing for older persons
under this subsection, the
commission shall develop
regulations which require at
least the following factors:
(1) That at least eighty percent
(80%) of the units are occu-
pied by at least one person
fifty five (55) years of age or
older per unit.
(2) The publication of and ad-
herence to policies and pro-
cedures which demonstrate
an intent by the owner or
manager to provide housing
for persons fifty five (55)
years of age or older.
3. Housing shall not fail to meet the
requirements for housing for
older persons by reason of:
a. Persons residing in such hous-
ing as of the date of enact-
ment of this chapter who do
not meet the age require-
ments of subsection D2b or
D2c of this section; provided,
that new occupants of such
housing meet the age re-
quirements of subsection D2b
or D2c of this section.
b. Unoccupied units; provided,
that such units are reserved
for occupancy by persons who
meet the age requirements of
subsection D2b or D2c of this
section.
4. Nothing in this chapter prohibits
conduct against a person be-
cause such person has been
convicted by any court of com-
petent jurisdiction of the illegal
manufacture or distribution of a
controlled substance as defined
in the controlled substances act
(21 USC 802) or a violation of
the controlled substances chap-
ter of the Iowa Code1.
Section 6. Section 14-2-6 of the City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances is amended to
read as follows:
14-2-6: SPECIAL PROVISIONS:
A. Transfer Of Permits Prohibited:
Each moving permit, demolition
permit or permit for use of public
property shall not be transferable
from one building or building site
to another building or building site
nor from one person to another.
B. Moving Buildings:
1. A building being moved shall fol-
low the route prescribed on the
permit by the city manager. The
mover shall coordinate the route
with the utility companies.
2. A police escort shall be required
for all buildings moved from one
location to another within the ju-
risdictional limits of the city, or
moved out of or into the jurisdic-
tional limits of the city, utilizing
public streets or alleys or when,
in the opinion of the chief of po-
lice, such escort is necessary to
protect the general welfare.
3. The chief of police shall deter-
mine the required number of
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personnel and vehicles for es-
cort service.
4. The fee established by the city
manager shall be paid prior to
issuance of a permit to move a
building or structure.
5. The permit applicant shall pay all
costs for the trimming of trees
and replacement of natural ob-
structions or official signs and
signals or other public or private
property required to be removed
during the movement of a vehi-
cle and load.
C. Restriction On Moving Permit:
1. No building or structure shall be
relocated or moved if the build-
ing or structure is so construct-
ed or in such condition as to be
dangerous or unsafe or if it is in-
fested with pests, is unfit for
human habitation or if it is so
deteriorated, dilapidated or de-
fective that relocation would or
could create a safety or health
hazard, or cause a blighted
condition in the new neighbor-
hood.
2. All buildings or structures when
relocated from outside of the
city into the city shall comply
with all ordinances and regula-
tions applicable to new buildings
or structures, including, but not
limited to, building, electrical,
mechanical, plumbing, fire,
health and zoning regulations.
3. All residential buildings or struc-
tures relocated within the city
shall comply with the uniform
code for building conservation
and title 14, chapter 1 of this
code.
4. All nonresidential buildings or
structures relocated within the
city shall comply with all ordi-
nances and regulations applica-
ble to new buildings or struc-
tures, including, but not limited
to, building, electrical, mechani-
cal, plumbing, fire, health and
zoning regulations.
5. All moved buildings or structures
shall be completely enclosed
within thirty (30) days after said
building or structure is placed on
its new site. All required chang-
es, improvements and modifica-
tions shall be completed and the
building or structure made ready
for occupancy or use within one
hundred twenty (120) days from
the time the building permit is
issued.
D. Demolition Of Buildings:
1. All pieces, parts, scraps, debris,
rubbish and organic material
from a building, structure, or
portion of a building in the pro-
cess of being demolished shall
be cleaned up and removed
from the premises at least once
weekly except for streets and
public property, which shall be
cleaned daily unless otherwise
specified on the permit. Final
cleanup after the building or
structure is demolished shall in-
clude the thorough removal of
all wood, debris and organic
materials, filling of excavations,
cisterns and other depressions
with acceptable rubble or earth-
en fill, and spreading a tillable
layer of topsoil over the entire
lot to a uniform natural grade
consistent with the established
adjacent grades.
2. When directed by the city man-
ager, water shall be used to
minimize dust when demolishing
structures or under any dust
producing conditions. As or-
dered by the city manager,
buildings shall be washed down
frequently to keep dust at a min-
imum.
3. When an interior wall is exposed
because of demolition of an ad-
joining structure, said wall shall
be provided with a weather re-
sistive barrier as required in the
Dubuque building code. No
such wall shall be exposed to
the weather without the written
approval of the city manager.
4. When a demolition project has
been abandoned or is found to
be unsafe, the city manager
may order the unsafe conditions
corrected, the building boarded
up and the premises barricaded.
Upon failure of the owner or the
owner's agent to comply with
the order of the city manager
within seven (7) days, the city
manager, after notice and op-
portunity for hearing, may cause
said building or structure to be
demolished, the premises
cleaned and suitable drainage
grades established. The cost of
such demolition, cleaning and
grading shall be assessed to the
property as provided by law.
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This section shall also apply to
any site from which a building or
structure has been moved.
E. Disconnecting Utility Services: The
power in all electric service lines
shall be shut off and all such lines
cut or disconnected at or outside
the moving or demolition area be-
fore work is started on the site.
Prior to the disconnection of such
lines, the permittee or property
owner shall notify the utility com-
pany and the city manager and
shall obtain their approval in com-
pliance with applicable codes and
requirements. Exception: If it is
necessary to maintain electrical
service during the process of
moving or demolition, such ser-
vice shall be temporarily relocated
or protected with substantial cov-
ering to the satisfaction of the
electric service company and the
city manager, and said relocation
shall be in conformance with ap-
plicable codes and requirements.
All gas, water, sewer and other
service lines shall be shut off and
capped or otherwise controlled at
or outside of the moving or demo-
lition area or curb line before mov-
ing or demolition work is com-
menced. In each case, the service
company and the city manager
shall be notified in advance and
their approval obtained by the
permittee or property owner in
compliance with applicable codes
and requirements. Exception: If it
is necessary to maintain any wa-
ter or other lines during the mov-
ing or demolition process, such
lines shall be temporarily relocat-
ed or protected with substantial
covering to the satisfaction of the
utility companies, city manager
and in conformance with applica-
ble codes and requirements.
Section 7. Section 14-3-1 of the City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances is amended to
read as follows:
14-3-1: PURPOSE AND SCOPE:
A. It is the purpose of this chapter to
provide a just, equitable and prac-
ticable method to be cumulative
with and in addition to any other
remedy provided by the building
code, property maintenance code
or otherwise available at law,
whereby buildings or structures
which from any cause endanger
the life, limb, health, morals,
property, safety or welfare of the
general public or their occupants
may be required to be repaired,
vacated or demolished.
B. The provisions of this chapter shall
apply to all dangerous buildings,
as herein defined, which are now
in existence or which may hereaf-
ter become dangerous in the city.
C. All buildings or structures which
are required to be repaired under
the provisions of this chapter shall
be subject to the provisions of the
building code.
Section 8. Section 14-3-2 of the City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances is amended to
read as follows:
14-3-2: DEFINITIONS:
For the purpose of this chapter, certain
terms, phrases, words and their derivatives
shall be construed as specified in either this
chapter or as specified in the building code or
the property maintenance code. Where terms
are not defined, they shall have their ordinary
accepted meanings within the context in which
they are used.
BUILDING CODE: The international build-
ing code promulgated by the International
Code Council, Inc., as adopted in section 14-
1A-1 of this title.
DANGEROUS BUILDING: For the purpose
of this chapter, any building or structure which
has any or all of the conditions or defects here-
inafter described shall be deemed to be a
dangerous building; provided, that such condi-
tions or defects exist to the extent that the life,
health, property or safety of the public or its
occupants are endangered:
A. Whenever any door, aisle, pas-
sageway, stairway or other means
of exit is not of sufficient width or
size or is not so arranged as to
provide safe and adequate means
of exit in case of fire or panic.
B. Whenever the walking surface of
any aisle, passageway, stairway
or other means of exit is warped,
worn, loose, torn or otherwise un-
safe as to not provide safe and
adequate means of exit in case of
fire or panic.
C. Whenever the stress in any mate-
rials, member or portion thereof,
due to all dead and live loads, is
more than one and one-half (11/2)
times the working stress or
stresses allowed in the building
code for new buildings of similar
structure, purpose or location.
D. Whenever any portion thereof has
been damaged by fire, earth-
quake, wind, flood or by any other
cause, to such an extent that the
structural strength or stability
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thereof is materially less than it
was before such catastrophe and
is less than the minimum re-
quirements of the building code
for new buildings of similar struc-
ture, purpose or location.
E. Whenever any portion or member
or appurtenance thereof is likely
to fail, or to become detached or
dislodged, or to collapse and
thereby injure persons or damage
property.
F. Whenever any portion of a build-
ing, or any member, appurte-
nance or ornamentation on the
exterior thereof is not of sufficient
strength or stability, or is not so
anchored, attached or fastened in
place so as to be capable of re-
sisting a wind pressure of one-half
(1/2) of that specified in the build-
ing code for new buildings of simi-
lar structure, purpose or location
without exceeding the working
stresses permitted in the building
code for such buildings.
G. Whenever any portion thereof has
wracked, warped, buckled or set-
tled to such an extent that walls or
other structural portions have ma-
terially less resistance to winds or
earthquakes than is required in
the case of similar new construc-
tion.
H. Whenever the building or struc-
ture, or any portion thereof, be-
cause of: 1) dilapidation, deterio-
ration or decay; 2) faulty construc-
tion; 3) the removal, movement or
instability of any portion of the
ground necessary for the purpose
of supporting such building; 4) the
deterioration, decay or inadequa-
cy of its foundation; or 5) any oth-
er cause, is likely to partially or
completely collapse.
I. Whenever, for any reason, the
building or structure, or any por-
tion thereof, is manifestly unsafe
for the purpose for which it is be-
ing used.
J. Whenever the exterior walls or oth-
er vertical structural members list,
lean or buckle to such an extent
that a plumb line passing through
the center of gravity does not fall
inside the middle one-third (1/3) of
the base.
K. Whenever the building or structure,
exclusive of the foundation,
shows thirty three percent (33%)
or more damage or deterioration
of its supporting member or
members, or fifty percent (50%)
damage or deterioration of its
nonsupporting members, enclos-
ings or outside walls or coverings.
L. Whenever the building or structure
has been so damaged by fire,
wind, earthquake or flood, or has
become so dilapidated or deterio-
rated as to become: 1) an attrac-
tive nuisance to children; 2) a
harbor for vagrants or criminals;
or as to 3) enable persons to re-
sort thereto for the purpose of
committing unlawful acts.
M. Whenever any building or struc-
ture has been constructed, exists
or is maintained in violation of any
specific requirement or prohibition
applicable to such building or
structure provided by the building
regulations of this city, as speci-
fied in the building code or proper-
ty maintenance code, or of any
law or ordinance of this state or
city relating to the condition, loca-
tion or structure of buildings.
N. Whenever any building or structure
which, whether or not erected in
accordance with all applicable
laws and ordinances, has in any
nonsupporting part, member or
portion less than fifty percent
(50%), or in any supporting part,
member or portion less than sixty
six percent (66%) of the: 1)
strength, 2) fire resisting qualities
or characteristics, or 3) weather
resisting qualities or characteris-
tics required by law in the case of
a newly constructed building of
like area, height and occupancy in
the same location.
O. Whenever a building or structure,
used or intended to be used for
dwelling purposes, because of in-
adequate maintenance, dilapida-
tion, decay, damage, faulty con-
struction or arrangement, inade-
quate light, air or sanitation facili-
ties, or otherwise, is determined
by the health officer to be unsani-
tary, unfit for human habitation or
in such a condition that is likely to
cause sickness or disease.
P. Whenever any building or struc-
ture, because of obsolescence,
dilapidated condition, deteriora-
tion, damage, inadequate exits,
lack of sufficient fire resistive con-
struction, faulty electric wiring,
gas connections or heating appa-
ratus, or other cause, is deter-
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mined by the fire marshal to be a
fire hazard.
Q. Whenever any building or struc-
ture is in such condition as to
constitute a public nuisance
known to the common law or in
equity jurisprudence.
R. Whenever any portion of a building
or structure remains on a site af-
ter the demolition or destruction of
the building or structure or when-
ever any building or structure is
abandoned for a period in excess
of six (6) months so as to consti-
tute such building or portion
thereof an attractive nuisance or
hazard to the public.
PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE: The
city of Dubuque property maintenance code,
as adopted in Title 14, Chapter 1, Article J of
this code.
Section 9. Section 14-4-1 of the City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances is amended to
read as follows:
14-4-1: DEFINITIONS:
For the purpose of this chapter, certain
terms, phrases, words and their derivatives
shall be construed as specified in either this
chapter or as specified in the building code or
the property maintenance code. Where terms
are not defined, they shall have their ordinary
accepted meanings within the context in which
they are used. Unless otherwise expressly
stated or unless the context clearly indicates a
different intent, the following terms shall, for
the purpose of this chapter, have the following
meanings:
ABANDONED BUILDING: Any building or
portion thereof which has stood with an in-
complete exterior shell for six (6) months or
longer which meets one or more of the follow-
ing criteria:
A. Is unsecured;
B. Is unoccupied; or
C. Is noncompliant with the interna-
tional property maintenance code
as adopted by the city.
BUILDING CODE: The international build-
ing code promulgated by the International
Code Council, as adopted in section 14-1A-1
of this title.
CITY MANAGER: Includes the city man-
ager's designee.
DANGEROUS BUILDING: Any building or
structure which has any or all of the conditions
or defects hereinafter described; provided, that
such conditions or defects exist to the extent
that the life, health, property or safety of the
public or the occupants of the building are en-
dangered:
A. Whenever any door, aisle, pas-
sageway, stairway or other means
of exit is not of sufficient width or
size or is not so arranged as to
provide safe and adequate means
of exit in case of fire or panic.
B. Whenever the walking surface of
any aisle, passageway, stairway
or other means of exit is warped,
worn, loose, torn or otherwise un-
safe as to not provide safe and
adequate means of exit in case of
fire or panic.
C. Whenever the stress in any mate-
rials, member or portion thereof,
due to all dead and live loads, is
more than one and one-half (11/2)
times the working stress or
stresses allowed in the building
code for new buildings of similar
structure, purpose or location.
D. Whenever any portion thereof has
been damaged by fire, earth-
quake, wind, flood or by any other
cause, to such an extent that the
structural strength or stability
thereof is materially less than it
was before such catastrophe and
is less than the minimum re-
quirements of the building code
for new buildings of similar struc-
ture, purpose or location.
E. Whenever any portion or member
or appurtenance thereof is likely
to fail, or to become detached or
dislodged, or to collapse and
thereby injure persons or damage
property.
F. Whenever any portion of a build-
ing, or any member, appurte-
nance or ornamentation on the
exterior thereof is not of sufficient
strength or stability, or is not so
anchored, attached or fastened in
place so as to be capable of re-
sisting a wind pressure of one-half
(1/2) of that specified in the build-
ing code for new buildings of simi-
lar structure, purpose or location
without exceeding the working
stresses permitted in the building
code for such buildings.
G. Whenever any portion thereof has
wracked, warped, buckled or set-
tled to such an extent that walls or
other structural portions have ma-
terially less resistance to winds or
earthquakes than is required in
the case of similar new construc-
tion.
H. Whenever the building or struc-
ture, or any portion thereof, is like-
ly to partially or completely col-
lapse because of:
1. Dilapidation, deterioration or de-
cay;
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2. Faulty construction;
3. The removal, movement or in-
stability of any portion of the
ground necessary for the pur-
pose of supporting such build-
ing;
4. The deterioration, decay or inad-
equacy of its foundation; or
5. Any other cause.
I. Whenever, for any reason, the
building or structure, or any por-
tion thereof, is manifestly unsafe
for the purpose for which it is be-
ing used.
J. Whenever the exterior walls or oth-
er vertical structural members list,
lean or buckle to such an extent
that a plumb line passing through
the center of gravity does not fall
inside the middle one-third (1/3) of
the base.
K. Whenever the building or structure,
exclusive of the foundation,
shows thirty three percent (33%)
or more damage or deterioration
of its supporting member or
members, or fifty percent (50%)
damage or deterioration of its
nonsupporting members, enclos-
ings or outside walls or coverings.
L. Whenever the building or structure
has been so damaged by fire,
wind, earthquake or flood, or has
become so dilapidated or deterio-
rated as to become: 1) an attrac-
tive nuisance to children; 2) a
harbor for vagrants or criminals;
or as to 3) enable persons to re-
sort thereto for the purpose of
committing unlawful acts.
M. Whenever any building or struc-
ture has been constructed, exists
or is maintained in violation of any
specific requirement or prohibition
applicable to such building or
structure provided by the building
regulations of this city, as speci-
fied in the building code or proper-
ty maintenance code, or of any
law or ordinance of this state or
city relating to the condition, loca-
tion or structure of buildings.
N. Whenever any building or structure
which, whether or not erected in
accordance with all applicable
laws and ordinances, has in any
nonsupporting part, member or
portion less than fifty percent
(50%), or in any supporting part,
member or portion less than sixty
six percent (66%) of the: 1)
strength; 2) fire resisting qualities
or characteristics; or 3) weather
resisting qualities or characteris-
tics required by law in the case of
a newly constructed building of
like area, height and occupancy in
the same location.
O. Whenever a building or structure,
used or intended to be used for
dwelling purposes, because of in-
adequate maintenance, dilapida-
tion, decay, damage, faulty con-
struction or arrangement, inade-
quate light, air or sanitation facili-
ties, or otherwise, is determined
by the health officer to be unsani-
tary, unfit for human habitation or
in such a condition that is likely to
cause sickness or disease.
P. Whenever any building or struc-
ture, because of obsolescence,
dilapidated condition, deteriora-
tion, damage, inadequate exits,
lack of sufficient fire resistive con-
struction, faulty electric wiring,
gas connections or heating appa-
ratus, or other cause, is deter-
mined by the fire marshal to be a
fire hazard.
Q. Whenever any building or struc-
ture is in such condition as to
constitute a public nuisance
known to the common law or in
equity jurisprudence.
R. Whenever any portion of a building
or structure remains on a site af-
ter the demolition or destruction of
the building or structure or when-
ever any building or structure is
abandoned for a period in excess
of six (6) months so as to consti-
tute such building or portion
thereof an attractive nuisance or
hazard to the public.
FIRE CODE: International fire code, as
adopted by chapter 1, article E of this title.
NUISANCE: Each of the following shall be
defined as a "nuisance":
A. Any public nuisance known at
common law or in equity jurispru-
dence.
B. Any attractive nuisance which may
prove detrimental to persons
whether in a building, on the
premises of a building, or upon an
unoccupied lot.
C. Whatever is dangerous to human
life or is a menace to the public
health, welfare or safety as de-
termined by the city manager.
D. A building that is structurally un-
safe, unsanitary or not provided
with adequate safe egress, or that
constitutes a fire hazard, or oth-
erwise constitutes a hazard by
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reason of inadequate mainte-
nance, dilapidation or obsoles-
cence or abandonment.
E. Uncleanliness to the risk of un-
healthiness, as determined by the
city manager.
F. Whatever renders air, food or drink
unwholesome or detrimental to
the health of human beings, as
determined by the city manager.
PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE: The
city of Dubuque property maintenance code,
as adopted in Title 14, Chapter 1, Article J of
this code.
VACANT BUILDING: Any building or por-
tion thereof which has been unoccupied for a
continuous period of time over twelve (12)
months and which meets one or more of the
following criteria:
A. Unsecured;
B. Secured by means other than those
used in the design of the building;
C. Declared a "dangerous building" as
defined in this section;
D. Unfit for occupancy as determined
by the city manager;
E. Noncompliant with the international
property maintenance code;
F. Has housing, building, fire, health or
zoning code violations;
G. Open to vagrants, vandals, children
or the unwary; or
H. Not receiving service by public utili-
ties.
Section 10. This Ordinance takes effect Ju-
ly 1, 2016.
Passed, approved, and adopted the 20th
day of June, 2016.
/s/Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: /s/Kevin Firnstahl, City Clerk
Published officially in the Telegraph Herald
newspaper on the 24th day of June, 2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
9. Code of Ordinances Amendment - Title
2 Resilient Community Advisory Commission:
City Manager is recommending the formation
of a Resilient Community Advisory Commis-
sion as initiated during the August 2015 City
Council goal-setting process. 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
Lynch. Motion failed 5-1 with Del Toro voting
nay.
Motion by Jones to consider the first read-
ing of a proposed ordinance Amending City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances Title 2 Boards
and Commissions by Repealing Chapter 6
Environmental Stewardship Advisory Commis-
sion and Adopting a New Chapter 6 Resilient
Community Advisory Commission in Lieu
Thereof Establishing the Resilient Community
Advisory Commission and Providing for the
Powers, Operation, Membership, and Meet-
ings. Seconded by Lynch. Motion carried 5-1
with Del Toro voting nay. Health Services
Manager Mary Rose Corrigan and Sustainabil-
ity Coordinator Cori Burbach provided a verbal
presentation that recapped the process and
resources used to create the commission and
reviewed results of the community engage-
ment sessions.
10. National Disaster Resilience Grant
(NDRG): City Manager recommending ap-
proval of the implementation plan associated
with the National Disaster Resilience Grant
(NDRG) from the U.S. Department of Housing
and Urban Development (HUD). Staff made a
presentation. Motion by Jones to receive and
file the documents and approve the recom-
mendation. Seconded by Lynch. Motion car-
ried 6-0.
Assistant City Manager Teri Goodmann,
Civil Engineer Deron Muehring, Housing and
Community Development Director Alvin Nash,
Health Services Manager Mary Rose Corrigan,
and Senior Budget Analyst Alexis Steger pro-
vided a slide presentation on the grant compe-
tition. Topics included an introduction and
overview, review of infrastructure, city flooding
history, housing/neighborhood/community im-
pact, Green and Healthy Homes Initiative,
staffing framework and budget components.
COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS
Council Member Jones reported on the death
of former City/County Emergency Manage-
ment Director Robert “Bob” Gooch on June 16,
2016.
CLOSED SESSION
Motion by Jones to convene in closed ses-
sion at 10:07 p.m. to discuss pending litigation
and property acquisition pursuant to Chapter
21.5(1)(c), -(j) Code of Iowa. Seconded by
Rios. Motion carried 6-0. 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 Barry
Lindahl, and Assistant City Attorney Maureen
Quann.
Upon motion, the City Council reconvened
in open session at 10:37 p.m. stating that staff
had been given proper direction.
There being no further business, upon mo-
tion the City Council adjourned at 10:38 p.m.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, CMC, City Clerk
Book 146 Regular Session, July 5, 2016 295
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
REGULAR SESSION
OFFICIAL
The Dubuque City Council met in regular
session at 6:30 p.m. on July 5, 2016 in the
Historic Federal Building, 350 W. 6th Street.
Present: Mayor Buol; Council Members
Connors, Del Toro, Jones, Lynch, Resnick,
Rios; City Manager Van Milligen, City Attorney
Lindahl
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)
Sister Cities International Day (July 15,
2016) was accepted by Sister City Relation-
ships Advisory Commission Chairperson Jeff
Jochum.
CONSENT ITEMS
Motion by Lynch to receive and file the
documents, adopt the resolutions, and dispose
of as indicated. Seconded by Connors. Motion
carried 7-0.
1. Minutes and Reports Submitted: City
Council Proceedings of 6/20; Community De-
velopment Advisory Commission of 6/15; Civil
Service Commission of 6/21; Park and Rec-
reation Advisory Commission of 6/14; Proof of
Publication for City Council Proceedings of
6/2; Proofs of Publication for 2016 Water Qual-
ity Report for the City of Dubuque and 2015
Water Quality Report for Twin Ridge Corp.
Upon motion the documents were received
and filed.
2. Notice of Claims and Suits: Jacob Leib
for property damage; Cheryl Leirmoe-Kaiser
for vehicle damage; Susan Swanson for vehi-
cle damage. Upon motion the documents were
received, filed and referred to the City Attor-
ney.
3. Disposition of Claims: City Attorney ad-
vising that the following claims have been re-
ferred to Public Entity Risk Services of Iowa,
the agent for the Iowa Communities Assurance
Pool: Jacob Leib for property damage; Cheryl
Leirmoe-Kaiser for vehicle damage; Susan
Swanson for vehicle damage. Upon motion the
documents were received, filed and concurred.
4. Eagles "Eyes on the Future" People that
Make a Difference: City Manager transmitting
Dubuque Eagles "Eye's on the Future" Com-
mittee's People Who Make A Difference
recognition of the Dubuque Police Department
and Public Works Employee William Kelly.
Upon motion the documents were received
and filed.
5. Fair Housing Training Under Voluntary
Compliance Agreement: City Manager rec-
ommending approval for the City Manager to
execute an agreement with Clear Impact to
conduct the Fair Housing Training under the
Voluntary Compliance Agreement. Upon mo-
tion the documents were received, filed and
approved.
6. Legal Aid Fair Housing Initiatives Pro-
gram - Letters of Support: City Manager rec-
ommending approval of letters of support from
the Human Rights Department and the Hous-
ing & Community Development Department to
support Iowa Legal Aid’s Fair Housing Initiative
Program with planning and implementing local
fair housing outreach events over the next
year and distributing fair housing materials
created by Legal Aid. Upon motion the docu-
ments were received, filed and approved.
7. Iowa Cancer Consortium - Radon Grant
Application: City Manager recommending ap-
proval for the City Manager to execute a con-
tract for a grant award from the Iowa Cancer
Consortium to purchase short-term Radon kits
to be used to compliment funds of the Lead &
Healthy Homes Program, Rehabilitation Pro-
gram, and the National Disaster Resiliency
Program. Upon motion the documents were
received, filed and approved.
8. Upper Bee Branch Creek, Landscaping
Improvement Additions: City Manager recom-
mending approval to modify the landscape
design for the Upper Bee Branch Creek Pro-
ject to allow for the substitution of My Holiday
Lawn® bluegrass seeding in place of fescue
sod & seeding, and expand the irrigation sys-
tem to be able to water the seeded areas,
trees, and plantings along the entire Upper
Bee Branch Creek Project corridor. Upon mo-
tion the documents were received, filed and
approved.
9. Fiscal Year 2015 Carter Road Detention
Basin Manhole Repair Project Award and
Completion: City Manager recommending that
the award and completion of the FY15 Carter
Book 146 Regular Session, July 5, 2016 296
Road Detention Basin Manhole Repair Project
be officially recorded in the minutes of the City
Council. Upon motion the documents were
received, filed and made a Matter of Record.
10. Acceptance of Lake Eleanor Lift Station
and Water Main Improvement Project: City
Manager recommending acceptance of the
construction contract for the Lake Eleanor Lift
Station Project as completed by Horsfield
Construction, Inc. Upon motion the documents
were received and filed and Resolution No.
255-16 Accepting the Lake Eleanor Lift Station
and Water Main Extension Project and author-
izing the payment of the contract amount to
the contractor was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 255-16
ACCEPTING THE LAKE ELEANOR LIFT
STATION AND WATER MAIN EXTENSION
PROJECT AND AUTHORIZING THE PAY-
MENT OF THE CONTRACT AMOUNT TO
THE CONTRACTOR
Whereas, the Public Improvement Contract
for the Lake Eleanor Lift Station Water Main
Extension Project (the Project) has been com-
pleted and the City Engineer has examined the
work and filed a certificate stating that the Pro-
ject has been completed according to the
terms of the Public Improvement Contract and
that the City Engineer recommends that the
Project be accepted.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The recommendation of the City
Engineer is approved and the Project is hereby
accepted.
Section 2. The Finance Director is hereby
directed to pay to the Contractor from the Lake
Eleanor Lift Station and Main Extension An-
nexation Relocation fund for the contract
amount of $452,219.97 less any retained per-
centage provided for therein as provided in
Iowa Code chapter 573, and to pay such re-
tainage only in accordance with the provisions
of Iowa Code chapter 573.
Passed, approved and adopted this 5th day
of July, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
CITY ENGINEER'S CERTIFICATE OF FINAL
COMPLETION OF THE LAKE ELEANOR
LIFT STATION AND WATER MAIN EXTEN-
SION PROJECT
The undersigned City Engineer of the City
of Dubuque, Iowa hereby certifies that he has
inspected the Lake Eleanor Lift Station Water
Main Extension Project, that the Project has
been performed in compliance with the terms
of the Public Improvement Contract, and that
the total cost of the completed work is
$508,513.02.
Dated this 21st day of June, 2016.
/s/Gus Psihoyos, City Engineer
Filed in the office of the City Clerk on the 21st
day of June, 2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
11. Stone Brook Center Second Addition -
Dedication of Lot for Storm Water Detention
Basin: City Manager recommending the dedi-
cation of Lot D of Stone Brook Center Second
Addition to the City of Dubuque to be used as
a storm water detention basin owned and
maintained by the City. Upon motion the doc-
uments were received and filed and Resolution
No. 256-16 Accepting Lot D in Stone Brook
Center Second Addition in the City of Dubu-
que, Iowa was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 256-16
ACCEPTING LOT D IN STONE BROOK
CENTER SECOND ADDITION, IN THE CITY
OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
Whereas, Lots A (Stone Valley Drive), Lot
B (Boulder Brook Court), and Lot D (Detention
Area), of the Final Plat of Stone Brook Center
Second Addition in the City of Dubuque, Iowa
recorded as Instrument No. 4087-04 in the
records of the Dubuque County Recorder,
were dedicated to the public for the described
purposes; and
Whereas, Pursuant to Resolution No. 61-
04, Lots A (Stone Valley Drive) and Lot B
(Boulder Brook Court) of the Final Plat of
Stone Brook Center Second Addition in the
City of Dubuque, Iowa were accepted by the
City of Dubuque for the described purposes.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the City of Dubuque wishes
to now accept the dedication of Lot D of the
Final Plat of Stone Brook Center Second Addi-
tion. The existing storm water detention facili-
ties serving the subdivision, which are to be
owned and maintained by the City, are located
on said Lot D
Section 2. That the dedication of Lot D of
the Final Plat of Stone Brook Center Second
Addition in the City of Dubuque, Iowa from
NEZTROP LLC, is hereby accepted.
Passed, adopted and approved this 5th
day of July, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
12. Stone Brook Center Second Addition -
Acceptance of Storm Water Detention Facility:
City Manager recommending acceptance of
the storm water detention facility that the de-
veloper, NEZTROP, LLC, has recently com-
pleted and is dedicating in Stone Brook Center
Book 146 Regular Session, July 5, 2016 297
Second Addition to the City of Dubuque. Upon
motion the documents were received and filed
and Resolution No. 257-16 Accepting storm-
water detention facilities in Stone Brook Center
Second Addition in the City of Dubuque, Iowa
was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 257-16
ACCEPTING STORMWATER DETENTION
FACILITIES IN STONE BROOK CENTER
SECOND ADDITION, IN THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA
Whereas, pursuant to Resolution Number
61-04, certain public improvements including
stormwater detention facilities on Lot D of
Stone Brook Center Second Addition were
installed by the developer of Stone Brook Cen-
ter Second Addition in the City of Dubuque,
Iowa; and
Whereas, the said storm water detention
facilities have been completed and the City
Manager has examined the work and has filed
a certificate stating that the same has been
completed in accordance with the plans ap-
proved by the City Council and in conformance
with City specifications, and has recommend-
ed that the improvements be accepted by the
City Council.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 3. That the recommendation of the
City Manager be approved and that said storm
water detention facilities in Stone Brook Center
Second Addition in the City of Dubuque, Iowa
be and the same is hereby accepted.
Section 4. That the City waives the re-
quirement that the developer maintain the de-
tention facility until 80% of the lots in Stone
Brook Center Second Addition are developed
and that maintenance of said improvements
shall be the responsibility of the City and as-
sessable to the property owners as outlined in
Resolution No. 61-04.
Passed, adopted and approved this 5th day
of July, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
13. 2015 Sewershed 7 & 20 Manhole Re-
placement Project Acceptance: City Manager
recommending acceptance of the public im-
provement construction contract for the 2015
Sewershed 7 & 20 Manhole Replacement Pro-
ject, as completed by Top Grade Excavating,
Inc. Upon motion the documents were re-
ceived and filed and Resolution No. 258-16
Accepting the 2015 Sewershed 7 & 20 Man-
hole Replacement Project and authorizing the
payment to the contractor was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 258-16
ACCEPTING THE 2015 SEWERSHED 7 & 20
MANHOLE REPLACEMENT PROJECT AND
AUTHORIZING THE PAYMENT TO THE
CONTRACTOR
Whereas, the public improvement contract
for the 2015 Sewershed 7 & 20 Manhole Re-
placement Project (the Project) has been
completed by the Contractor, Top Grade Ex-
cavating, Inc. (Contractor), the City Engineer
has examined the work and recommends that
the Project be accepted; and
Whereas, the final contract amount for the
Project is $150,096.07; and
Whereas, the Contractor has previously
been paid $142,591.27, leaving a balance of
$7,504.80; and
Whereas, the City Council finds that the
recommendation of the City Engineer should
be accepted.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The recommendation of the City
Engineer is approved and the Project is hereby
accepted.
Section 2. The Finance Director is hereby
directed to pay to the Contractor the balance
of the retainage of $7,504.80 as provided in
Iowa Code chapter 573, and to pay such re-
tainage in accordance with the provisions of
Iowa Code chapter 573 or Iowa Code chapter
26.13.
Passed, approved and adopted this 5th day
of July, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
CITY ENGINEER’S CERTIFICATE OF FINAL
COMPLETION OF THE 2015 SEWERSHED 7
& 20 MANHOLE REPLACEMENT PROJECT
The undersigned City Engineer of the City
of Dubuque, Iowa hereby certifies that he has
inspected the 2015 Sewershed 7 & 20 Man-
hole Replacement Project, and that said Pro-
ject has been performed in compliance with
the terms of the Public Improvement Contract,
and that the total cost of the completed work is
$157,600.87.
Dated this 30th day of June, 2016.
/s/Gus Psihoyos, City Engineer
Filed in the office of the City Clerk on the
30th day of June, 2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
14. Lowell Street Reconstruction Project
Acceptance: City Manager recommending
acceptance of the construction contract for the
Lowell Street Reconstruction Project as com-
pleted by Drew Cook and Sons Excavating.
Upon motion the documents were received
Book 146 Regular Session, July 5, 2016 298
and filed and Resolution No. 259-16 Accepting
the Lowell Street Reconstruction Project and
authorizing the payment to the contractor was
adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 259-16
ACCEPTING THE LOWELL STREET RE-
CONSTRUCTION PROJECT AND AUTHOR-
IZING THE PAYMENT TO THE CONTRAC-
TOR
Whereas, the public improvement contract
for the Lowell Street Reconstruction Project
(the Project) has been completed by the Con-
tractor, Drew Cook & Sons Excavating, Inc.
(Contractor), the City Engineer has examined
the work and recommends that the Project be
accepted; and
Whereas, the final contract amount for the
Project is $230,680.83; and
Whereas, the Contractor has previously
been paid $219,146.79, leaving a balance of
$11,534.04; and
Whereas, the City Council finds that the
recommendation of the City Engineer should
be accepted.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The recommendation of the City
Engineer is approved and the Project is hereby
accepted.
Section 2. The Finance Director is hereby
directed to pay to the Contractor the balance
of the retainage of $11,534.04 as provided in
Iowa Code chapter 573, and to pay such re-
tainage in accordance with the provisions of
Iowa Code chapter 573 or Iowa Code chapter
26.13.
Passed, approved and adopted this 5th day
of July, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
CITY ENGINEER’S CERTIFICATE OF FINAL
COMPLETION OF THE LOWELL STREET
RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT
The undersigned City Engineer of the City
of Dubuque, Iowa hereby certifies that he has
inspected the Lowell Street Reconstruction
Project, and that said Project has been per-
formed in compliance with the terms of the
Public Improvement Contract, and that the
total cost of the completed work is
$242,214.87.
Dated this 30th day of June, 2016.
/s/Gus Psihoyos, City Engineer
Filed in the office of the City Clerk on the
30th day of June, 2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
15. Dubuque Intermodal Transportation
Center Project Acceptance: City Manager rec-
ommending acceptance of the construction
contract for the Dubuque Intermodal Transpor-
tation Center as completed by Conlon Con-
struction. Upon motion the documents were
received and filed and Resolution No. 260-16
Accepting the Dubuque Intermodal Transpor-
tation Center and authorizing the payment of
the contract amount to Conlon Construction
Co. was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 260-16
ACCEPTING THE DUBUQUE INTERMODAL
TRANSPORTATION CENTER AND AU-
THORIZING THE PAYMENT OF THE CON-
TRACT AMOUNT TO CONLON CON-
STRUCTION CO.
Whereas, the Public Improvement Contract
for the Dubuque Intermodal Transportation
Center (the Project) has been completed and
the Project has been completed according to
the terms of the Public Improvement Contract
and that the Architect and Engineer recom-
mends that the Project be accepted.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The recommendation is ap-
proved and the Project is hereby accepted.
Section 2. The Finance Director is hereby
directed to pay to Conlon Construction Co.
from the Federal Transportation Grant # IA-04-
0124, and Capital Improvement Project # 600-
1416 appropriation for the contract amount of
$13,218,529.89 less any retained percentage
provided for therein as provided in Iowa Code
chapter 573, and to pay such retainage only in
accordance with the provisions of Iowa Code
chapter 573.
Passed, approved and adopted this 5th
day of July, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
16. Property Acquisition - 2407 Queen
Street: City Manager recommending approval
to acquire property located at 2407 Queen
Street from the Estate of Joseph E. Bell. Upon
motion the documents were received and filed
and Resolution No. 261-16 Approving the ac-
quisition of real estate owned by the Joseph E.
Bell Estate at 2407 Queen Street in the City of
Dubuque was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 261-16
APPROVING THE ACQUISITION OF REAL
ESTATE OWNED BY THE JOSEPH E. BELL
ESTATE AT 2407 QUEEN STREET IN THE
CITY OF DUBUQUE
Whereas, the City of Dubuque intends to
acquire certain real estate for the purpose of
rehabbing and reselling to income qualified
households; and
Whereas, the acquisition of this property is
a voluntarily negotiated purchase by the City of
Book 146 Regular Session, July 5, 2016 299
Dubuque under Section 6B.1A of the Code of
Iowa and is not an acquisition by the City of
Dubuque through its exercise of the power of
eminent domain under Chapter 6B of the Code
of Iowa; and
Whereas, a purchase agreement has been
finalized with the Estate of Joseph E. Bell of
the property scheduled for acquisition.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the City of Dubuque hereby
approves the agreement for and acquisition of
the following legally described property:
Lot 1-69 & 2-70 Stafford’s Addition in
the City of Dubuque, Iowa according to
the recorded plat thereof
At the cost of Fifteen Thousand Dollars
($15,000.00).
Section 2. That the City of Dubuque be and
is hereby authorized to accept a Warranty
Deed from the Estate of Joseph E. Bell, con-
veying the owner’s interest of the property to
the City of Dubuque, Iowa for the herein de-
scribed real estate.
Section 3. That the City Clerk be and is
hereby authorized and directed to cause said
Deed to be recorded in the office of the Dubu-
que County Recorder, together with certified
copy of the Resolution.
Passed, approved and adopted this 5th day
of July, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
17. Iowa DOT 5-Year Maintenance
Agreement and Supplemental Agreements:
City Manager recommending approval for the
City Manager to execute Iowa Department of
Transportation Supplemental Agreements for
Local Primary Highway Maintenance, Pave-
ment Markings, Julien Dubuque Bridge Side-
walk Maintenance, Street Sweeping Mainte-
nance and Traffic Signal. Upon motion the
documents were received, filed and approved.
18. Iowa DOT Funding Agreement - Uni-
versity Avenue and Asbury Road: City Manag-
er recommending approval of a Federal Aid
Funding Agreement with the Iowa Department
of Transportation (Iowa DOT) for future capaci-
ty improvements at the intersection of Univer-
sity Avenue and Asbury Road. Upon motion
the documents were received and filed and
Resolution No. 271-16 Approving the Iowa
Department of Transportation Federal Aid
Funding Agreement for University Avenue -
Asbury Road Intersection improvements was
adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 271-16
APPROVING THE IOWA DEPARTMENT OF
TRANSPORTATION FEDERAL AID FUND-
ING AGREEMENT FOR UNIVERSITY AVE-
NUE - ASBURY ROAD INTERSECTION IM-
PROVEMENTS
Whereas, the City of Dubuque acquired the
vacant Fahey Family / Rainbo Oil Company
property (2239 University Avenue) as an ad-
vance protective purchase to preserve the
corridor identified in the East-West Corridor
Connectivity Study and the future reconstruc-
tion of the University Avenue - Asbury Road
Intersection; and
Whereas, the City received authorization
from both the Iowa DOT and the Federal
Highway Administration (FHWA) to use local
federal DMATS Surface Transportation Pro-
gram (STP) funds to cover the costs (80%) for
the advance protective property purchase; and
Whereas, prior to the City having the ability
to receive funding reimbursement for eligible
expenses incurred to date to complete the
advance protective property purchase, the
Federal Aid Funding Agreement must be ap-
proved and executed; and
Whereas, the Iowa Department of Trans-
portation (Iowa DOT) has authorized the use
of federal funds for eligible costs for the Uni-
versity Avenue - Asbury Road Intersection
Improvements.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That said Iowa DOT Federal Aid
Funding Agreement (6-16-STPU-14) between
the City of Dubuque and the Iowa Department
of Transportation be hereby approved for the
University Avenue - Asbury Road Intersection
Improvements.
Section 2. That the City Manager be au-
thorized and directed to execute two copies of
Iowa DOT Federal Aid Funding Agreement (6-
16-STPU-14) between the City of Dubuque
and the Iowa Department of Transportation be
hereby approved for the University Avenue -
Asbury Road Intersection Improvements.
Passed, approved and adopted this 5th day
of July, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
19. Hope Evangelical Free Church Parking
Agreement: City Manager recommending ap-
proval of a five-year Parking Agreement with
Hope Evangelical Free Church that will allow
them access to the Locust Street Parking
Ramp on Sundays for a weekly cost. Upon
motion the documents were received and filed
and Resolution No. 262-16 Approving a Park-
ing Agreement between the City of Dubuque,
Iowa and the Hope Evangelical Free Church
was adopted.
Book 146 Regular Session, July 5, 2016 300
RESOLUTION NO. 262-16
APPROVING A PARKING AGREEMENT
BETWEEN THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
AND THE HOPE EVANGELICAL FREE
CHURCH
Whereas, The Hope Evangelical Free
Church (Hope Church) is developing perma-
nent space within the Roshek Building in
downtown Dubuque; and
Whereas, the Hope Church is in need of
parking for the full and efficient use of the new-
ly developed space in the Roshek Building;
and
Whereas, the City of Dubuque has devel-
oped a parking agreement between the two
parties for the use of the Locust Street Parking
Ramp and the Iowa Street Ramp if certain
criteria is met for the term of five (5) years on
Sundays only at a weekly cost of $150.00.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the Agreement between
the City and The Hope Evangelical Free
Church (Hope Church) is hereby approved and
the City Manager is authorized to execute said
Agreement on behalf of the City of Dubuque.
Passed, approved and adopted this 5th day
of July, 2015
Roy D, Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
20. Purchase of Services Grant Agreement
- St. Mark Youth Enrichment: City Manager
recommending approval of a Purchase of Ser-
vices Agreement with St. Mark Youth Enrich-
ment Before & After School Program for Fiscal
Year 2017. Upon motion the documents were
received, filed and approved.
21. Purchase of Services Grant Agreement
- Hillcrest Family Services: City Manager rec-
ommending approval of a Purchase of Ser-
vices Agreement with Hillcrest Family Services
for Fiscal Year 2017 for the Diversity Commit-
tee to provide cultural competency training for
staff. Upon motion the documents were re-
ceived, filed and approved.
22. Purchase of Services Grant Agreement
- Opening Doors: City Manager recommending
approval of a Purchase of Services Agreement
with Opening Doors for Fiscal Year 2017 to
fund a full-time staff person to manage the
Opening Doors Cottage Industry Startup to
teach formerly homeless women job skills that
will help them become tax-paying members of
the community. Upon motion the documents
were received, filed and approved.
23. Purchase of Services Grant Agreement
- Dubuque Dream Center: City Manager rec-
ommending approval of a Purchase of Ser-
vices Agreement with Dubuque Dream Center
for Fiscal Year 2017 to provide academic sup-
port for school-aged youth at-risk or presently
reading below grade level. Upon motion the
documents were received, filed and approved.
24. Purchase of Services Grant Agreement
- Lutheran Services in Iowa: City Manager
recommending approval of a Purchase of Ser-
vices Agreement with Lutheran Services in
Iowa Community Wraparound Services for
Fiscal Year 2017 to allow a degreed Social
Worker to provide in-home services on a varie-
ty of topics including, but not limited to, parent-
ing, behavioral issues, referral to community
resources and skills sessions. Upon motion
the documents were received, filed and ap-
proved.
25. Purchase of Services Grant Agreement
- Riverview Center: City Manager recommend-
ing approval of a Purchase of Services
Agreement with Riverview Center for Fiscal
Year 2017 to help fund Riverview Center Sex-
ual Assault Therapy Services. Upon motion
the documents were received, filed and ap-
proved.
26. Purchase of Services Grant Agreement
- Cedar Valley Friends of the Family: City
Manager recommending approval of a Pur-
chase of Services Agreement with Cedar Val-
ley Friends of the Family Northeast Iowa Shel-
ter Services for Fiscal Year 2017 to provide
immediate, confidential safety to anyone flee-
ing domestic or sexual violence across North-
east Iowa. Upon motion the documents were
received, filed and approved.
27. Purchase of Services Grant Agreement
- St. John's Lutheran Church: City Manager
recommending approval of a Purchase of Ser-
vices Agreement with St. John’s Lutheran
Church for Fiscal Year 2017 to help fund St.
John’s Lutheran Church, Almost Home, which
provides overnight shelter to homeless men.
Upon motion the documents were received,
filed and approved.
28. Purchase of Services Grant Agreement
- My GEAR Outreach: City Manager recom-
mending Council approval of a Purchase of
Services Agreement with My GEAR Outreach
for Fiscal Year 2017 to provide an overnight
bag to children entering foster care for the first
time containing items they may need while in
foster care. Upon motion the documents were
received, filed and approved.
29. Pre-Annexation Agreement –
Sweeney: City Manager recommending ap-
proval of a Pre-Annexation Agreement with
William P. Sweeney, owner of property located
Book 146 Regular Session, July 5, 2016 301
at 10524 Key West Drive, which is part of the
Twin Ridge and Key West Drive projects. Up-
on motion the documents were received and
filed and Resolution No. 263-16 Approving a
Pre-Annexation Agreement between the City
of Dubuque, Iowa and William P. Sweeney
was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 263-16
APPROVING A PRE-ANNEXATION
AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA AND WILLIAM P.
SWEENEY
Whereas, William P. Sweeney, owner of
the following described property in Dubuque
County, Iowa (the Property) have submitted to
the City Council of the City of Dubuque an
application for voluntary annexation of the
Property to the City of Dubuque:
Lot 1 of Lot 19, Lot 20, and the south ½
of Lot 21 in Key West, Section 13, Ta-
ble Mound Township, Dubuque County,
Iowa according to the recorded plats
thereof; subject to highway and ease-
ments of record; and
Whereas, William P. Sweeney has entered
into a Pre-annexation Agreement with the City
of Dubuque a copy of which is attached hereto
governing the future annexation of the Proper-
ty; and
Whereas, the Property is not subject to an
existing annexation moratorium; and
Whereas, the Property does not include
any state or railroad property; and
Whereas, Iowa Code Section 368.7 author-
izes the voluntary annexation of property in
Dubuque County, Iowa and the extension of
city limits by voluntary annexation; and
Whereas, the annexation of the Property is
consistent with the Comprehensive Plan of the
City of Dubuque, necessary for the future or-
derly growth and development of the city of
Dubuque, and will promote efficient and cost
effective extension of municipal services; and
Whereas, the City Council finds that the
annexation of the Property is in the public in-
terest.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The Pre-annexation Agreement
by and between William P. Sweeney and the
City of Dubuque is hereby approved.
Passed, approved and adopted this 5th day
of July, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
30. Mediacom Communications Company:
Correspondence from Lee Grassley, Senior
Manager of Government Relations for Media-
com Communications Company, informing the
City of the addition of foreign language chan-
nels effective on or about July 20, 2016. Upon
motion the documents were received and filed.
31. Dubuque Bulldog Lacrosse Club: Cor-
respondence from the Dubuque Bulldog La-
crosse Club requesting the use of the empty
lots in the Technology Park for practice areas.
Upon motion the documents were received,
filed and referred to the City Manager.
32. Signed Contracts: A.Y. McDonald Mfg.
Co. & Interstate Power and Light Company
Revocable Property License Agreement for a
portion of 12th Street property; DISTek Inte-
gration, Inc. short-term Lease and Site Access
Agreement for 3rd-floor space in the Historic
Federal Building; Strand Associates agree-
ment for technical services related to the Ter-
minal Street Pumping Station and Force Main
Evaluation. Upon motion the documents were
received and filed.
33. Improvement Contracts / Performance,
Payment and Maintenance Bonds: Drew Cook
& Sons Excavating for the Verena Court Pro-
ject. Upon motion the documents were re-
ceived, filed and approved.
34. Tobacco Compliance – Civil Penalty for
Tobacco License Holder – Moondog Music:
City Manager recommending approval of the
Acknowledgement/Settlement Agreement for a
tobacco compliance violation for Moondog
Music, 806 Wacker Drive #120. Upon motion
the documents were received, filed and ap-
proved.
35. Alcohol Compliance Civil Penalty for
Alcohol License Holder – National Mississippi
River Museum and Aquarium: City Manager
recommending approval of the Acknowledg-
ment/Settlement Agreement for an alcohol
compliance violation for National Mississippi
River Museum and Aquarium, 350 E. 3rd
Street. Upon motion the documents were re-
ceived, filed and approved.
36. Business License Refund: Request by
Ron Nemmers for a refund of the liquor license
LA0000178 for Dubuque Golf and Country
Club located at 1800 Randall Place in the
amount of $97.50 due to license upgrade. Up-
on motion the documents were received, filed
and approved.
37. Alcohol License Applications: City
Manager recommending approval of annual
beer, liquor and wine licenses as submitted.
Upon motion the documents were received
and filed and Resolution No. 264-16 Approving
applications for beer, liquor, and/or wine per-
mits, as required by City of Dubuque Code of
Book 146 Regular Session, July 5, 2016 302
Ordinances Title 4 Business and License Reg-
ulations, Chapter 2 Liquor Control, Article B
Liquor, Beer and Wine Licenses and Permits
was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 264-16
APPROVING APPLICATIONS FOR BEER,
LIQUOR, AND/OR WINE PERMITS, AS RE-
QUIRED BY CITY OF DUBUQUE CODE OF
ORDINANCES TITLE 4 BUSINESS AND LI-
CENSE REGULATIONS, CHAPTER 2 LIQ-
UOR CONTROL, ARTICLE B LIQUOR,
BEER AND WINE LICENSES AND PERMITS
Whereas, applications for Beer, Liquor,
and or Wine Permits have been submitted and
filed with the City Council for approval and the
same have been examined and approved; and
Whereas, the premises to be occupied by
such applicants were inspected and found to
comply with the Ordinances of the City and the
applicants have filed the proper fees and
bonds and otherwise complied with the re-
quirements of the Code of Ordinances.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The City Clerk is hereby author-
ized and directed to cause to be issued the
noted permit types to the following applicants
pending submission of the locally required
documentation:
Renewals
Applebee's Neighborhood Grill and Bar, 1395
Associates Dr., Class C Liquor (Sunday)
Diamond Jo Casino, 301 Bell St., Class C Liq-
uor, Class B Wine (Outdoor) (Sunday)
House of China, 170 JF Kennedy Rd., Class C
Liquor (Sunday)
Hy-Vee Club Room, 2395 NW Arterial, Class
C Liquor (Sunday)
Jubeck New World Brewing LLC, 115 W. 11th
St., Class B Beer (Sunday)
Knickers Saloon, 2186 Central Ave., Class C
Liquor (Living Qtrs.) (Outdoor) (Sunday)
Shannon's Bar & Grill, 521 E 22nd St., Class C
Liquor (Sunday)
Vinny Vanucchis Little Italy, 180 Main St.,
Class C Liquor, Class B Wine (Sunday)
Walnut Tap Tavern, 709 University Ave., Class
C Liquor (Sunday)
New
Fas Mart #5159, 2175 Central Ave, Class E
Liquor, Class B Native Wine, Class B Beer
(Sunday)
Passed, approved and adopted this 5th day
of July, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
ITEMS SET FOR PUBLIC HEARING
Motion by Lynch to receive and file the
documents, adopt the resolutions, set the pub-
lic hearings as indicated, and direct the City
Clerk to publish notice as prescribed by law.
Seconded by Connors. Motion carried 7-0.
1. Sale of Property - 595 Angella Street:
City Manager recommending a public hearing
be set for July 18, 2016, on the sale of proper-
ty located at 595 Angella Street to Craig
Nesteby. Upon motion the documents were
received and filed and Resolution No. 265-16
Resolution of Intent to dispose of City of
Dubuque real estate, setting a time and place
for hearing and providing for the publication of
notice thereof was adopted setting a public
hearing for a meeting to commence at 6:30
p.m. on July 18, 2016 in the Historic Federal
Building.
RESOLUTION NO. 265-16
INTENT TO DISPOSE OF AN INTEREST IN
CITY OF DUBUQUE REAL ESTATE, SET-
TING A TIME AND PLACE FOR HEARING
AND PROVIDING FOR THE PUBLICATION
OF NOTICE THEREOF
Whereas, the City of Dubuque, Iowa (City)
is the owner of 595 Angella Street (the Proper-
ty) legally described as:
Lot 21 of Quigley’s Subdivision of Out
Lot 709 in the City of Dubuque, Iowa
according to the recorded Plat of said
Addition; and
Whereas, City acquired the Property as
vacant/abandoned property in which the City
of Dubuque took possession of in February
2015 through Court Order by filing for petition
for; and
Whereas, City and Craig Nesteby entered
into a Contract Agreement pursuant to which
City will convey the Property to Craig Nesteby
as approved by the City Council; and
Whereas, conveying the Property to Craig
Nesteby is consistent with the City’s intent for
this specific property; and
Whereas, City desires to hold the required
public hearing and conveyance of the Property
to Craig Nesteby.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the City of Dubuque, Iowa
intends to dispose of its interest in the follow-
ing legally described property:
Lot 21 of Quigley’s Subdivision of Out
Lot 709 in the City of Dubuque, Iowa
according to the recorded Plat of said
Addition.
Section 2. That the City of Dubuque, Iowa
proposes to dispose of its interest in the Prop-
Book 146 Regular Session, July 5, 2016 303
erty to Craig Nesteby for the sum of Two Hun-
dred Fifty dollars ($250.00).
Section 3. That the City Clerk is hereby au-
thorized and directed to cause this Resolution
and a notice to be published as prescribed by
Iowa Code Section 364.7 of a public hearing
on the City’s intent to dispose of the Property
to be held on the 18th day of July, 2016, at
6:30 o’clock p.m. at the Historic Federal Build-
ing, 350 West 6th Street, Dubuque, Iowa.
Passed, approved and adopted this 5th day
of July, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
2. Sale of Property - 321 Valeria Street:
City Manager recommending a public hearing
be set for July 18, 2016 on the sale of property
located at 321 Valeria Street to Dawn M. Red-
fern a/k/a Dawn M. Adams. Upon motion the
documents were received and filed and Reso-
lution No. 266-16 Resolution of Intent to dis-
pose of an interest in City of Dubuque real
estate, setting a time and place for hearing
and providing for the publication of notice
thereof was adopted setting a public hearing
for a meeting to commence at 6:30 p.m. on
July 18, 2016 in the Historic Federal Building.
RESOLUTION NO. 266-16
INTENT TO DISPOSE OF AN INTEREST IN
CITY OF DUBUQUE REAL ESTATE, SET-
TING A TIME AND PLACE FOR HEARING
AND PROVIDING FOR THE PUBLICATION
OF NOTICE THEREOF
Whereas, the City of Dubuque, Iowa (City)
is the owner of 321 Valeria Street (the Proper-
ty) legally described as:
Lot 1 of Lot 130 in L.H. Langworthy’s
Addition in the City of Dubuque, Iowa
according to the recorded Plat of said
Addition; and
Whereas, City acquired the Property as
vacant/abandoned property in which the City
of Dubuque took possession of in October
2015 through Court Order by filing for petition
for; and
Whereas, City and Dawn M. Redfern a/k/a/
Adams entered into a Contract Agreement
pursuant to which City will convey the Property
to Dawn M. Redfern a/k/a/ Adams as approved
by the City Council; and
Whereas, conveying the Property to Dawn
M. Redfern a/k/a/ Adams is consistent with the
City’s intent for this specific property; and
Whereas, City desires to hold the required
public hearing and conveyance of the Property
to Dawn M. Redfern a/k/a/ Adams.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the City of Dubuque, Iowa
intends to dispose of its interest in the follow-
ing legally described property:
Lot 1 of Lot 130 in L.H. Langworthy’s
Addition in the City of Dubuque, Iowa
according to the recorded Plat of said
Addition.
Section 2. That the City of Dubuque, Iowa
proposes to dispose of its interest in the Prop-
erty to Dawn M. Redfern a/k/a/ Adams for the
sum of one dollar ($1.00).
Section 3. That the City Clerk is hereby au-
thorized and directed to cause this Resolution
and a notice to be published as prescribed by
Iowa Code Section 364.7 of a public hearing
on the City’s intent to dispose of the Property
to be held on the 18th day of July, 2016, at
6:30 o’clock p.m. at the Historic Federal Build-
ing, 350 West 6th Street, Dubuque, Iowa.
Passed, approved and adopted this 5th day
of July, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
3. Sale of Property - 2283 White Street:
City Manager recommending a public hearing
be set for July 18, 2016 on the sale of property
located at 2283 White Street to Shawn and
Christina Hanen. Upon motion the documents
were received and filed and Resolution No.
267-16 Resolution of Intent to dispose of an
interest in City of Dubuque real estate, setting
a time and place for hearing and providing for
the publication of notice thereof was adopted
setting a public hearing for a meeting to com-
mence at 6:30 p.m. on July 18, 2016 in the
Historic Federal Building.
RESOLUTION NO. 267-16
INTENT TO DISPOSE OF AN INTEREST IN
CITY OF DUBUQUE REAL ESTATE, SET-
TING A TIME AND PLACE FOR HEARING
AND PROVIDING FOR THE PUBLICATION
OF NOTICE THEREOF
Whereas, the City of Dubuque, Iowa (City)
is the owner of 2283 White Street (the Proper-
ty) legally described as:
The East Half of the North ¼ of Lot 16”P”
and the East Half of the South Half of Lot
18, in L.H. Langworthy’s Addition, in the
City of Dubuque, Iowa according to the
recorded plat thereof; and
Whereas, City acquired the Property as
vacant/abandoned property in which the City
of Dubuque took possession of in October
2015 through Court Order by filing for petition
for; and
Whereas, City and Shawn C. and Christina
M. Hanen entered into a Contract Agreement
pursuant to which City will convey the Property
to Shawn C. and Christina M. Hanen as ap-
proved by the City Council; and
Book 146 Regular Session, July 5, 2016 304
Whereas, conveying the Property to
Shawn C. and Christina M. Hanen is con-
sistent with the City’s intent for this specific
property; and
Whereas, City desires to hold the required
public hearing and conveyance of the Property
to Shawn C. and Christina M. Hanen.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the City of Dubuque, Iowa
intends to dispose of its interest in the follow-
ing legally described property:
The East Half of the North ¼ of Lot
16”P” and the East Half of the South
Half of Lot 18, in L.H. Langworthy’s
Addition, in the City of Dubuque, Iowa
according to the recorded plat thereof.
Section 2. That the City of Dubuque, Iowa
proposes to dispose of its interest in the Prop-
erty to Shawn C. and Christina M. Hanen for
the sum of one dollar ($1.00).
Section 3. That the City Clerk is hereby au-
thorized and directed to cause this Resolution
and a notice to be published as prescribed by
Iowa Code Section 364.7 of a public hearing
on the City’s intent to dispose of the Property
to be held on the 18th day of July, 2016, at
6:30 o’clock p.m. at the Historic Federal Build-
ing, 350 West 6th Street, Dubuque, Iowa.
Passed, approved and adopted this 5th day
of July, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
4. Annexation - Dubuque Industrial Center
West: City Manager recommending the City
Council set a public hearing for August 1,
2016, on a 100% voluntary annexation request
filed by the City Manager for approximately
21.14 acres of newly acquired land near the
Dubuque Industrial Center West north of
Humke Road and west of Seippel Road to
facilitate a lease with Alliant Energy for a new
solar energy site. Upon motion the documents
were received and filed and Resolution No.
268-16 Setting a public hearing on an applica-
tion for voluntary annexation of territory to the
City of Dubuque, Iowa was adopted setting a
public hearing for a meeting to commence at
6:30 p.m. on August 1, 2016 in the Historic
Federal Building.
RESOLUTION NO. 268-16
SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING ON AN AP-
PLICATION FOR VOLUNTARY ANNEXA-
TION OF TERRITORY TO THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA
Whereas, the City Council of Dubuque has
received a written application from the City
Manager for the voluntary annexation of ap-
proximately 21.14 acres of property west of
Seippel Road and north of Humke Road
owned by the City of Dubuque for lease to
Alliant Energy and consisting of the Northern
Portion of Lot 2 in “W.A. Norman Place" in
Section 25, Center Township, Dubuque Coun-
ty, Iowa according to the plat thereof, as
shown on Exhibits A and B and legally de-
scribed in Exhibit C; and
Whereas, the annexation territory is not
subject to an existing annexation moratorium
agreement and does not include any State or
railroad property; and
Whereas, the annexation territory does not
abut or include Dubuque County right-of-way;
and
Whereas, Iowa Code Section 368.7 author-
izes the extension of City limits in situations of
this character by adoption of a resolution after
notification and public hearing; and
Whereas, this annexation is consistent with
the City’s Comprehensive Plan; and
Whereas, the City of Dubuque has the ca-
pacity to provide substantial municipal services
to the annexation territory; and
Whereas, the annexation is in the public in-
terest.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
A public hearing will be held on the 1st day
of August, 2016, at 6:30 p.m. in the Historic
Federal Building Council Chambers (second
floor), 350 West 6th Street, Dubuque, Iowa at
which time interested persons may appear and
be heard for or against the proposed annexa-
tion, and the City Clerk be and is hereby di-
rected to cause the attached notice of the time
and place of such hearing to be published in a
newspaper having general circulation in the
City of Dubuque, Iowa which notice shall be
published not less than fourteen days prior to
the date of such hearing.
Passed, approved and adopted this 5th day
of July, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. Dubuque River Rides Docking Lease
Agreement: Proof of publication on notice of
public hearing to consider approval of a Dock-
ing Lease Agreement with Dubuque River
Rides in the Dubuque Ice Harbor and the City
Manager recommending approval. Motion by
Lynch to receive and file the documents and
adopt Resolution No. 269-16 Approving the
disposal of an interest in real property owned
by the City of Dubuque by Docking License
Agreement between the City of Dubuque, Iowa
and Dubuque River Rides. Seconded by
Jones. Motion carried 7-0.
Book 146 Regular Session, July 5, 2016 305
RESOLUTION NO. 269-16
APPROVING THE DISPOSAL OF AN IN-
TEREST IN REAL PROPERTY OWNED BY
THE CITY OF DUBUQUE BY DOCKING LI-
CENSE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY
OF DUBUQUE, IOWA AND DUBUQUE RIV-
ER RIDES
Whereas, the City of Dubuque, Iowa is the
owner of the real property legally described as
follows:
Part of the Dubuque Ice Harbor Located
in the West ½ of the NW ¼ Section 30
T89NR3E of the 5th PM. in the City of
Dubuque, Iowa as shown on Exhibit A;
and
Whereas, Dubuque River Rides desires a
docking license for part of the property as
shown on Exhibit A for docking of vessels and
other business activities upon the terms set
forth in a Docking License Agreement which is
on file at the office of the City Clerk, City Hall,
50 W. 13th Street, Dubuque, Iowa; and
Whereas, City and Dubuque River Rides
have agreed to the Docking License Agree-
ment, which among other things, provides for a
term through April 30, 2021; and
Whereas, on July 5, 2016, the City Council
pursuant to notice published as required by
law held a public hearing on its intent to dis-
pose of the foregoing interest in real property
and overruled all objections thereto; and
Whereas, the City Council believes it is in
the best interest of the City of Dubuque to ap-
prove the Docking License Agreement.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The Docking License Agree-
ment between the City and Dubuque River
Rides is hereby approved.
Section 2. The Mayor is authorized and di-
rected to execute said Docking License
Agreement on behalf of the City of Dubuque.
Passed, approved and adopted this 5th day
of July, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
ACTION ITEMS
1. Code of Ordinances Amendment Title 1
Start Time for City Council Meetings (Final
Reading): City Attorney submitting a proposed
ordinance adjusting the start time for regular
meetings. Motion by Del Toro to postpone
indefinitely. Seconded by Jones. Motion failed
3-4 with Connors, Jones, Buol, and Lynch vot-
ing nay.
Motion by Connors for final consideration
and passage of Ordinance No. 28-16 Amend-
ing City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances Title
1 Administration, Chapter 6 Mayor and City
Council, Article A Rules and Procedure, Sec-
tion 1-6A-3 Types of Meeting by establishing
the meeting time for regular City Council meet-
ings of 6:00 PM. Seconded by Jones. Motion
carried 4-3 with Rios, Resnick and Del Toro
voting nay.
OFFICIAL PUBLICATION
ORDINANCE NO. 28-16
AMENDING CITY OF DUBUQUE CODE OF
ORDINANCES TITLE 1 ADMINISTRATION,
CHAPTER 6 MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL,
ARTICLE A RULES AND PROCEDURE,
SECTION 1-6A-3 TYPES OF MEETING BY
ESTABLISHING THE MEETING TIME FOR
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS OF
6:00 P.M.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. Section 1-6A-3 of the City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances is amended to
read as follows:
1-6A-3: TYPES OF MEETINGS:
A. Regular Meetings: Regular meetings of
the council must be held on the first and third
Mondays of each month. However, when the
first or third Monday falls upon any of the fol-
lowing city holidays, such meeting must be
held on the next succeeding day:
New Year's Day
Martin Luther King's Birthday
Memorial Day
Independence Day
Labor Day
Veterans Day
Thanksgiving Day
Day after Thanksgiving
Christmas Eve
Christmas Day
New Year's Eve
Unless otherwise indicated in the notice of
meeting, regular meetings will commence at
6:00 p.m.
Section 2. This Ordinance takes effect up-
on publication.
Passed, approved, and adopted this 5th
day of July, 2016.
/s/Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: /s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Published officially in the Telegraph Herald
newspaper on the 2nd day of August, 2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
2. Code of Ordinances Amendment - Title
2 Resilient Community Advisory Commission
(2nd Reading): City Manager is recommending
the formation of a Resilient Community Advi-
sory Commission as initiated during the Au-
gust 2015 City Council goal-setting process.
Consistent with the approved recommenda-
tion, the words, “…to create a viable, livable
and equitable community” have been added to
the purpose statement. Motion by Connors to
Book 146 Regular Session, July 5, 2016 306
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. Motion carried 6-1 with Del Toro voting
nay. Responding to questions from the City
Council, City Manager Van Milligen defined the
difference between the recently-applied-for
resiliency grant and the resiliency community
advisory commission. Sustainability Coordina-
tor Cori Burbach addressed the “adverse vul-
nerabilities:” and other common words that
appeared in the community engagement report
and used to define the commission. Council
Member Connors requested that the list of
tasks and member qualifications be included in
the information when staff advertises for appli-
cants.
Motion by Connors for final consideration
and passage of Ordinance No. 32-16 Amend-
ing City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances Title
2 Boards and Commissions by Repealing
Chapter 6 Environmental Stewardship Adviso-
ry Commission and Adopting a New Chapter 6
Resilient Community Advisory Commission in
Lieu Thereof Establishing the Resilient Com-
munity Advisory Commission and Providing for
the Powers, Operation, Membership, and
Meetings. Seconded by Jones. Motion carried
6-1 with Del Toro voting nay.
OFFICIAL PUBLICATION
ORDINANCE NO. 32-16
AMENDING CITY OF DUBUQUE CODE OF
ORDINANCES TITLE 2 BOARDS AND
COMMISSIONS BY REPEALING CHAPTER
6 ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP ADVI-
SORY COMMISSION AND ADOPTING A
NEW CHAPTER 6 RESILIENT COMMUNITY
ADVISORY COMMISSION IN LIEU THERE-
OF ESTABLISHING THE RESILIENT COM-
MUNITY ADVISORY COMMISSION AND
PROVIDING FOR THE POWERS, OPERA-
TION, MEMBERSHIP, AND MEETINGS
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. Title 2, Chapter 6 of the City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances is hereby re-
pealed and the following adopted in lieu there-
of:
Chapter 6
RESILIENT COMMUNITY ADVISORY COM-
MISSION
2-6-1: Commission Created: There is
hereby created the Resilient Community Advi-
sory Commission.
2-6-2: Purpose: The purpose of the com-
mission is to advise on city policies and prac-
tices to assure resilient outcomes; facilitate the
ability to adapt to factors influencing the so-
cial/cultural, economic and environmental
wellbeing of the community; prevent, prepare
for, and recover from adverse vulnerabilities
and change through coordination, data analy-
sis, evaluation and citizen engagement; and to
create a viable, livable and equitable commu-
nity.
2-6-3: Internal Organization and Rules:
The commission may adopt rules and regula-
tions to govern its organizational procedures
as may be necessary and which are not in
conflict with this Code of Ordinances or the
Iowa Code.
2-6-4: Procedures for Operation: All admin-
istrative, personnel, accounting, budgetary,
and procurement policies of the city govern the
commission in all its operations.
2-6-5: Membership:
A. The commission comprises nine (9)
residents of the city, appointed by the
city council.
B. Qualifications. Efforts should be taken
to balance the composition of the
commission as follows:
1. Members must be able to think sys-
temically and analyze data in order to
meet the stated purpose of the com-
mission.
2. Members' interest and/or expertise
must represent the three pillars of the
Sustainable Dubuque model: eco-
nomic prosperity, environmental in-
tegrity, and social/cultural vibrancy.
3. Members should represent a wide
range of sectors within the communi-
ty, including business, neighbor-
hoods, non-profit, and educational in-
stitutions.
4. Three (3) or more members should al-
so hold positions on one of the follow-
ing commissions: Arts & Culture Ad-
visory Commission, Catfish Creek
Watershed Management Authority,
Community Development Advisory
Commission, Historic Preservation
Commission, Housing Commission,
Human Rights Commission, Long
Range Planning Advisory Commis-
sion, Parks & Recreation Advisory
Commission, Transit Advisory Com-
mission, and/or Zoning Advisory
Commission.
5. Members should represent the socio-
economic, geographic, and demo-
graphic diversity of the community,
including youth representation.
2-6-6: Oath: Each person, upon appoint-
ment or reappointment to the commission,
must execute an oath of office at the first
meeting of the commission following the ap-
pointment or reappointment or at the city
clerk’s office any time prior to the first meeting
of the commission.
Book 146 Regular Session, July 5, 2016 307
2-6-7: Terms: The term of office for com-
missioners is three (3) years or until such
commissioner’s successor is appointed and
qualified.
2-6-8: Vacancies: Vacancies must be filled
in the same manner as original appointments.
2-6-9: Officers/Organization: The commis-
sioners must choose annually a chairperson
and vice-chairperson, each to serve a term of
one (1) year. The chairperson must appoint a
secretary, who need not be a member of the
commission. The commissioners must fill a
vacancy among its officers for the remainder of
the officer’s unexpired term.
2-6-10: meetings:
A. Regular Meetings. The commission
must meet monthly.
B. Special Meetings. Special meetings
may be called by the chairperson or
at the written request of a majority of
the commissioners.
C. Open Meetings. All meetings must be
called and held in conformance with
the Iowa Open Meetings Law.
D. Attendance.
1. In the event a commissioner has
been absent for three (3) or more
consecutive meetings of the
commission, without being ex-
cused by the chairperson, such
absence will be grounds for the
commission to recommend to the
city council that the position be
declared vacant and a replace-
ment appointed.
2. Attendance must be entered upon
the minutes of all meetings.
E. Minutes. A copy of the minutes of all
regular and special meetings of the
commission must be filed with the city
council within ten (10) working days
after each meeting, or by the next
regularly scheduled city council meet-
ing, whichever is later.
F. Quorum. Five (5) commissioners con-
stitute a quorum for the transaction of
business. The affirmative vote of a
majority of the commissioners pre-
sent and voting is necessary for the
adoption of any motion or resolution.
2-6-11: Compensation: Commissioners
serve without compensation, provided that
they may receive reimbursement for necessary
travel and other expenses while on official
commission business within the limits estab-
lished in the city administrative policies budget.
2-6-12: Removal: Except as provided in 2-
6-10(D)(1), the city council may remove any
commissioner for good cause.
2-6-13: Powers: The commission has the
following powers, duties, and responsibilities:
A. To review research and data in order
to provide input on re-identification,
prevention, and plans for potential
economic, environmental, and so-
cial/cultural vulnerabilities.
B. To review plans for long-term preven-
tion, preparedness, and recovery ef-
forts.
C. To review policy and program recom-
mendations to the city council in order
to influence resilient outcomes for the
community.
D. To provide comment to the city council
on the allocation of budgeted city
funding to achieve adopted resiliency
goals.
E. To educate and engage the public on
commission priorities.
F. To provide input on and review strate-
gies to address identified vulnerabili-
ties in collaboration with city staff,
other city commissions and communi-
ty partners.
G. To review and make recommenda-
tions regarding Sustainable Dubuque
Community Grant allocations.
H. To respect the policy making authority
of the city council, the city manager’s
responsibilities to implement the
goals and priorities the council estab-
lishes (council manager form of gov-
ernment) and the responsibility of city
staff to report to the city manager.
I. To ensure coordination and communi-
cation with other commissions.
Section 3. This Ordinance takes effect up-
on publication.
Passed, approved, and adopted the 5th day
of July, 2016.
/s/Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: /s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Published officially in the Telegraph Herald
newspaper on the 8th day of July, 2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
3. Code of Ordinances Amendment Title 4
- Solicitor's License: City Manager recom-
mending adoption of an ordinance that modi-
fies the provision for denial, suspension, or
revocation by giving the City more guidance
when handling a solicitor's license. Motion by
Jones to receive and file the documents and
that the requirement that a proposed ordi-
nance be considered and voted on for pas-
sage at two Council meetings prior to the
meeting at which it is to be passed be sus-
pended. Seconded by Resnick. Motion carried
7-0.
Motion by Jones for final consideration and
passage of Ordinance No. 33-16 Amending
City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances Title 4
Business and License Regulations, Chapter 5
Solicitor’s License, Section 4-5-10 Denial,
Suspension, or Revocation of License by mod-
Book 146 Regular Session, July 5, 2016 308
ifying the reasons for denial, suspension, or
revocation of a license. Seconded by Resnick.
Motion carried 7-0.
OFFICIAL PUBLICATION
ORDINANCE NO. 33-16
AMENDING CITY OF DUBUQUE CODE OF
ORDINANCES TITLE 4 BUSINESS AND LI-
CENSE REGULATIONS, CHAPTER 5 SO-
LICITOR’S LICENSE, SECTION 4-5-10 DE-
NIAL, SUSPENSION, OR REVOCATION OF
LICENSE BY MODIFYING THE REASONS
FOR DENIAL, SUSPENSION, OR REVOCA-
TION OF A LICENSE
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. Section 4-5-10 of the City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances is amended to
read as follows:
4-5-10: DENIAL, SUSPENSION, OR
REVOCATION OF LICENSE:
A. The city manager may, upon good
cause, deny issuance or renewal of a
license or suspend or revoke any li-
cense issued under this article for a
period not to exceed one year for any
of the following:
1. Violation of any federal, state, or lo-
cal law, including, but not limited to,
a violation of this chapter or any
other chapter of this code;
2. Misrepresentation of any material
fact in the application for a license;
3. Failure to cooperate with law en-
forcement; or
4. The licensee, owner, manager, part-
ner, corporate officer, or director
has been convicted of a crime in-
volving robbery, burglary, theft, for-
gery, fraud, or deceptive practices,
the possession, manufacture, or de-
livery of a controlled substance,
possession with intent to manufac-
ture or deliver a controlled sub-
stance, possession of drug para-
phernalia, or nonpayment of excise
taxes for a controlled substance,
nonpayment of other taxes, or
demonstrated insolvency.
5. Misrepresentation of the source,
condition, quality, weight, or meas-
ure of the product sold by such so-
licitor; or
6. If any judgment recovered against
such solicitor with reference to the
operation of the business within the
city remains unpaid for a period of
six (6) months, provided such
judgment be not stayed under a su-
persedes bond upon appeal from
such judgment.
B. The city clerk must give written notice
of the revocation, suspension, or de-
nial of renewal of any license issued
under the provisions of this chapter to
the license holder and the surety or
sureties furnishing the bond provided
for herein.
C. In the event of such revocation, sus-
pension, or denial or nonrenewal, no
other solicitor's license may be issued
to such person for a period of two (2)
years thereafter.
Section 2. This Ordinance takes effect up-
on publication.
Passed, approved, and adopted the 5th day
of July, 2016.
/s/Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: /s/Kevin Firnstahl, City Clerk
Published officially in the Telegraph Herald
newspaper on the 8th day of July, 2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
4. 30-Inch Sanitary Sewer Force Main Pro-
ject Phase II Award: City Manager recom-
mending award of the construction contract for
the Phase II of the 30-Inch Force Main Reloca-
tion Project from 11th Street to 12th Street to
the low bidder Top Grade Excavating, Inc.
Motion by Connors to receive and file the doc-
uments and adopt Resolution No. 270-16
Awarding the public improvement contract for
Phase II of the 30-Inch Force Main Relocation
Project from 11th Street to 12th Street. Second-
ed by Lynch. Motion carried 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 270-16
AWARDING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT CON-
TRACT FOR PHASE II OF THE 30 INCH
FORCE MAIN RELOCATION PROJECT
FROM 11TH STREET TO 12TH STREET
Whereas, sealed proposals have been
submitted by contractors for Phase II of the 30
inch Force Main Relocation Project from 11th
Street to 12th Street, (the Project) pursuant to
Resolution No. 222-16 and Notice to Bidders
published in a newspaper published in the City
of Dubuque, Iowa on the 10th day of June,
2016; and
Whereas, said sealed proposals were
opened and read on the 23rd day of June,
2016 and it has been determined that Top
Grade Excavating, Inc. of Farley, Iowa with a
bid in the amount of $338,888.00 is the lowest
responsive, responsible bidder for the Project.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
That a Public Improvement Contract for the
Project is hereby awarded Top Grade Excavat-
ing, Inc. and the City Manager is hereby di-
rected to execute a Public Improvement Con-
tract on behalf of the City of Dubuque for the
Project.
Book 146 Special Session, July 11, 2016 309
Passed, approved and adopted this 5th day
of June, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
5. Request for Proposals - Fair Housing
Testing: City Manager recommending approval
of the release of a Request for Proposals for
Fair Housing Testing, as approved during the
Fiscal Year 2017 budget process. Motion by
Lynch to receive and file the documents and
approve the recommendation. Seconded by
Jones. Motion carried 7-0.
COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS
Council Member Resnick reported on hav-
ing seen traffic signals that blink green before
turning yellow and single-lane roundabouts
during his recent visit to Austria and suggested
staff explore the concepts. He added how im-
pressed he was with seeing Dubuque upon his
return and complimented staff and citizens for
their contribution.
There being no further business, upon mo-
tion the City Council adjourned at 7:14 p.m.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, CMC, City Clerk
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
SPECIAL SESSION
OFFICIAL
The Dubuque City Council met in special
session at 5:30 p.m. on July 11, 2016 at 420
Garfield Avenue.
Present: Council Members Connors,
Lynch, Resnick, Rios; City Manager Van Milli-
gen
Absent: Mayor Buol, Council Members Del
Toro and Jones
At-Large Council Member Resnick read the
call and stated this is a special session of the
City Council called for the purpose of conduct-
ing a walking tour of the Upper Bee Branch
Creek Restoration Project.
Election of Presiding Officer: Motion by
Resnick to volunteer as Presiding Officer. Se-
conded by Connors. Motion carried 4-0.
WORK SESSION
Walking Tour of the Upper Bee Branch
Creek Restoration Project
Presiding Officer Resnick introduced Mr.
Mark Scouten, Director of Iowa Homeland
Security and Emergency Management and
Chairman of the Iowa Flood Mitigation Board
who participated in the tour.
City of Dubuque Civil Engineer Deron
Muehring and Project Manager Steve Brown
conducted a walking tour of the Bee Branch
Creek Restoration Project. Mr. Muehring and
Mr. Brown highlighted the progress on the
project since the May 23 tour. Topics of dis-
cussion included completion of the Rhomberg
Avenue Bridge, project management facilities,
landscape considerations, fish and wildlife
components, expansion of stormwater con-
veyances from adjoining streets and the use of
bioswales, off-street parking availability and
plans for bike/hike paths and connections to
existing trails. Mr. Muerhing and Mr. Brown
responded to questions from the City Council
and citizens present.
There being no further business, upon mo-
tion the City Council adjourned at 6:37 p.m.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Book 146 Regular Session, July 18, 2016 310
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
REGULAR SESSION
OFFICIAL
The Dubuque City Council met in regular
session at 6:30 p.m. on July 18, 2016 in the
Historic Federal Building, 350 W. 6th Street.
Present: Mayor Buol; Council Members
Connors, Del Toro, Jones, Lynch, Resnick,
Rios; City Manager Van Milligen, City Attorney
Lindahl
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
STATEMENT BY MAYOR ROY D. BUOL
Mayor Buol read a prepared statement
saying in part that the basic tenet of civility and
the standards of courtesy, respect and consid-
eration are expected by and from elected offi-
cials and citizens. Addressing issues with neg-
ative remarks toward or about a council mem-
ber or members, or members of city staff will
be deemed out of order. The same standards
in place for public input are in place at the
Council table. As elected leaders we have a
responsibility to uphold a high standard for
communications, representation and decision
making about which our community as a whole
can be proud.
PROCLAMATION(S)
Dubuque County Fair Week (July 26-31,
2016) was accepted by Ann Schuster, Dubu-
que County Fair Board President
CONSENT ITEMS
Motion by Lynch to receive and file the
documents, adopt the resolutions, and dispose
of as indicated. Seconded by Jones. Motion
carried 7-0.
1. Minutes and Reports Submitted: City
Council Proceedings of 7/5, 7/11; Community
Development Advisory Commission of 6/21;
Housing Commission of 6/28; Library Board of
Trustees of 2/25, 3/24, 4/28; Library Board of
Trustees Council Update of 6/23; Zoning Advi-
sory Commission of 7/6; Proof of publication
for City Council Proceedings of 6/20. Upon
motion the documents were received and filed.
2. Disposition of Claims: City Attorney ad-
vising that the following claim has been re-
ferred to Public Entity Risk Services of Iowa,
the agent for the Iowa Communities Assurance
Pool: Shannon's Sports Bar for property dam-
age. Upon motion the documents were re-
ceived, filed and concurred.
3. Notice of Claims and Suits: Shannon's
Sports Bar for property damage. Upon motion
the documents were received, filed and re-
ferred to the City Attorney.
4. Anderson Sainci Appointed to the Iowa
Commission on Volunteer Service: City Man-
ager transmitting correspondence from the
Office of the Governor advising that Resource
Management Coordinator Anderson Sainci has
been appointed to the Iowa Commission on
Volunteer Service. Upon motion the docu-
ments were received and filed.
5. City of Dubuque Dollars & Cents Bro-
chure: City Manager transmitting the City of
Dubuque's Dollars & Cents public information
brochure that describes the City's utility rates,
property taxes, online open budget access,
general revenues and expenditures, and debt
reduction plan. Upon motion the documents
were received and filed.
6. Second Amendment to Development
Agreement - Friends of St. Mary's D/B/A Stee-
ple Square: City Manager recommending ap-
proval of the Second Amendment to the De-
velopment Agreement between the City of
Dubuque and Friends of St. Mary’s D/B/A
Steeple Square for the property located at
1501 Jackson Street. Upon motion the docu-
ments were received and filed and Resolution
No. 272-16 Approving the Second Amendment
to the Development Agreement between the
City of Dubuque, Iowa and Friends of St.
Mary's D/B/A Steeple Square was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 272-16
APPROVING THE SECOND AMENDMENT
TO THE DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BE-
TWEEN THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
AND FRIENDS OF ST. MARY’S D/B/A
STEEPLE SQUARE
Whereas, the City of Dubuque (City) and
Friends of St. Mary’s D/B/A/Steeple Square
(Developer) entered into a Development
Agreement, dated May 2, 2016, for the rehabil-
itation of 1501 Jackson Street, Dubuque, Iowa
(the Property); and
Whereas, the parties desire to amend the
Development Agreement with respect to au-
thorization to assign the rights and obligations
of the Developer under the Development
Agreement to a third party and to revise the
deadlines for closing and substantial comple-
Book 146 Regular Session, July 18, 2016 311
tion of construction as set forth in the Second
Amendment to Development Agreement; and
Whereas, the City Council of the City of
Dubuque finds that the City of Dubuque should
approve to the Second Amendment to Devel-
opment Agreement.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The City Council of the City of
Dubuque hereby approves the Second
Amendment to Development Agreement, a
copy of which is attached hereto.
Section 2. The Mayor is authorized and di-
rected to sign the Second Amendment to De-
velopment Agreement of behalf of the City of
Dubuque.
Passed, approved and adopted this 18th
day of July, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
7. Assignment of Development Agreement
- Friends of St. Mary's D/B/A Steeple Square:
City Manager recommending approval of the
assignment of the Development Agreement
with Friends of St. Mary’s D/B/A Steeple
Square for the property located at 1501 Jack-
son Street to Jackson Street School, LLC.
Upon motion the documents were received
and filed and Resolution No. 273-16 Approving
the assignment of the Development Agree-
ment between the City of Dubuque and
Friends of St. Mary's D/B/A Steeple Square
from Friends of St. Mary's D/B/A Steeple
Square to Jackson Street School, LLC was
adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 273-16
APPROVING THE ASSIGNMENT OF THE
DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN
THE CITY OF DUBUQUE AND FRIENDS OF
ST. MARY’S D/B/A STEEPLE SQUARE
FROM FRIENDS OF ST. MARY’S D/B/A
STEEPLE SQUARE TO JACKSON STREET
SCHOOL, LLC
Whereas, the City Council of the City of
Dubuque, by Resolution No. 176-16, dated
May 2, 2016 entered into a Development
Agreement with Friends of St. Mary’s D/B/A
Steeple Square (Developer), as amended; and
Whereas, pursuant to the Development
Agreement Developer is required to provide
certain improvements to real estate owned by
Friends of St. Mary’s D/B/A Steeple Square,
known locally as 1501 Jackson Street, Dubu-
que, Iowa (the Property); and
Whereas, in order to facilitate rehabilitation
of the Property, and in particular to accommo-
date the use of historic tax credits, the Proper-
ty will be or has been deeded to Jackson
Street School, LLC, an Iowa limited liability
company; and
Whereas, Developer desires to assign the
Development Agreement to Jackson Street
School, LLC pursuant to the Assignment at-
tached hereto in order to facilitate the rehabili-
tation of the Property; and
Whereas, in the Second Amendment to
Development Agreement the proposed as-
signment is authorized subject to City Council
approval; and
Whereas, the City Council finds that it is in
the best interests of the City of Dubuque to
approve the Assignment.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The Assignment is hereby ap-
proved.
Section 2. The Mayor is hereby authorized
and directed to execute the Assignment on
behalf of the City of Dubuque.
Passed, approved and adopted the 18th
day of July, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
8. Pre-Annexation Agreement - Lee M.
Nesteby: City Manager recommending ap-
proval of a Pre-Annexation Agreement with
Lee M. Nesteby, property owner of 10672 Key
West Drive. Upon motion the documents were
received and filed and Resolution No. 274-16
Approving a Pre-Annexation Agreement be-
tween the City of Dubuque, Iowa and Lee M.
Nesteby was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 274-16
APPROVING A PRE-ANNEXATION
AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA AND LEE M. NESTEBY
Whereas, Lee M. Nesteby, the owner of
the following described property in Dubuque
County, Iowa (the Property) have submitted to
the City Council of the City of Dubuque an
application for voluntary annexation of the
Property to the City of Dubuque:
Lot 33, the North ½ of Lot 32 and the
Southerly 25 feet of Lot 34, in Key West,
Dubuque County, Iowa according to the rec-
orded plats thereof; and
Whereas, Lee M. Nesteby, has entered in-
to a Pre-annexation Agreement with the City of
Dubuque a copy of which is attached hereto
governing the future annexation of the Proper-
ty; and
Whereas, the Property is not subject to an
existing annexation moratorium; and
Whereas, the Property does not include
any state or railroad property; and
Whereas, Iowa Code Section 368.7 author-
izes the voluntary annexation of property in
Dubuque County, Iowa and the extension of
city limits by voluntary annexation; and
Whereas, the annexation of the Property is
Book 146 Regular Session, July 18, 2016 312
consistent with the Comprehensive Plan of the
City of Dubuque, necessary for the future or-
derly growth and development of the City of
Dubuque, and will promote efficient and cost
effective extension of municipal services; and
Whereas, the City Council finds that the
annexation of the Property is in the public in-
terest.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The Pre-annexation Agreement
by and between Lee M. Nesteby and the City
of Dubuque is hereby approved.
Passed, approved and adopted this 18th
day of July, 2016.
By: Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
9. CS Technologies, Inc. Agreement: City
Manager recommending approval of a Master
Co-Location and Shared Services Agreement
between the City of Dubuque and CS Tech-
nologies, Inc. to pull fiber through approxi-
mately 58,928 feet of City-owned conduit. Up-
on motion the documents were received, filed
and approved.
10. College Transit Partnership Contracts:
City Manager recommending approval of the
contracts with Clarke University, Loras College
and University of Dubuque for continuation of
the college partnership for the 2016-2017
school year. Upon motion the documents were
received, filed and approved.
11. Public Works Truck Driver to Utility
Worker - Retitling of Position: City Manager
recommending the City Council approve the
retitling of the position of Truck Driver to Utility
Worker. Upon motion the documents were
received, filed and approved.
12. ADA Review and Update of Self-
Evaluation and Transition Plan Consultant
Selection: City Manager recommending ap-
proval of the selection of Recreation Accessi-
bility Consultants, LLC as the consultant to
conduct an ADA Review and Update of Self-
Evaluation and Transition Plan. Upon motion
the documents were received, filed and ap-
proved.
13. Port of Dubuque Marina Report: City
Manager transmitting the Port of Dubuque
Marina Monthly Report outlining results for
Fiscal Year 2016. Upon motion the documents
were received and filed.
14. Grand River Center Ballroom Carpet
Replacement Project Award: City Manager
recommending the award for the Grand River
Center Ballroom Carpet Replacement Project
to Commercial Flooring be officially recorded
in the minutes of the City Council. Upon mo-
tion the documents were received, filed and
made a Matter of Record.
15. Grand River Center Concourse and
River Room Carpet Replacement Project
Award: City Manager recommending the
award for the Grand River Center Concourse
and River Room Carpet Replacement Project
to Commercial Flooring be officially recorded
in the minutes of the City Council. Upon mo-
tion the documents were received, filed and
made a Matter of Record.
16. EPA Brownfield Cleanup Grant - Appli-
cation and Award: Economic Development
Director Maurice Jones is transmitting a memo
to notify City Council of the City’s application to
the Environmental Protection Agency for
Cleanup financial assistance for the proposed
remediation of contamination at 501 East 15th
Street. Upon motion the documents were re-
ceived, filed and approved.
17. Improvement Contracts / Performance,
Payment and Maintenance Bonds: Top Grade
Excavating, Inc. for the Truck Country Sanitary
Sewer North Extension Project. Upon motion
the documents were received, filed and ap-
proved.
18. Alcohol Compliance Civil Penalty for
Alcohol License Holder – Northside Bar: City
Manager recommending approval of the Ac-
knowledgment/Settlement Agreement for an
alcohol compliance violation for Northside Bar,
276 Jackson Street. Upon motion the docu-
ments were received, filed and approved.
19. Alcohol and Tobacco License Applica-
tions: City Manager recommending approval of
annual liquor, beer, wine and tobacco license
applications as submitted. Upon motion the
documents were received and filed and Reso-
lution No. 275-16 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.
276-16 Approving applications for retail ciga-
rette/tobacco sales/nicotine/vapor permits, as
required by Iowa Code 453A.47A were adopt-
ed.
RESOLUTION NO. 275-16
APPROVING APPLICATIONS FOR BEER,
LIQUOR, AND/OR WINE PERMITS, AS RE-
QUIRED BY CITY OF DUBUQUE CODE OF
ORDINANCES TITLE 4 BUSINESS AND LI-
CENSE REGULATIONS, CHAPTER 2 LIQ-
Book 146 Regular Session, July 18, 2016 313
UOR CONTROL, ARTICLE B LIQUOR,
BEER AND WINE LICENSES AND PERMITS
W hereas, applications for Beer, Liquor,
and or W ine Permits have been submitted and
filed with the City Council for approval and the
same have been examined and approved; and
W hereas, the premises to be occupied by
such applicants were inspected and found to
comply with the Ordinances of the City and the
applicants have filed the proper fees and
bonds and otherwise complied with the re-
quirements of the Code of Ordinances.
NOW , THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOW A:
Section 1. The City Clerk is hereby author-
ized and directed to cause to be issued the
noted permit types to the following applicants
pending submission of the locally required
documentation:
Renewals
Bell Tower Productions, 2728 Asbury Rd.,
Special Class C Liquor (Sunday)
Casey's General Store #2420, 2699 Rockdale
Rd., Class E Liquor, Class B Native Wine,
Class C Beer (Sunday)
Casey's General Store #2421, 4003 Peru Rd.,
Class E Liquor, Class B Native Wine,
Class C Beer (Sunday)
New
The Lift, 180 Main St., Class C Liquor (Sun-
day)
Special Event
National Mississippi River Museum 8-2-16,
350 & 400 E. 3rd St., Special Class C Liq-
uor (Sunday)
Passed, approved and adopted this 18th
day of July, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
RESOLUTION NO. 276-16
APPROVING APPLICATIONS FOR RETAIL
CIGARETTE / TOBACCO SALES / NICO-
TINE / VAPOR PERMITS, AS REQUIRED BY
IOWA CODE 453A.47A
Whereas, applications for Ciga-
rette/Tobacco Sales have been submitted and
filed with the City Council for approval and the
same have been examined and approved; and
Whereas, the premises to be occupied by
such applicants were inspected and found to
comply with the Ordinances of the City and the
applicants have filed the proper fees and oth-
erwise complied with the requirements of the
Code of Ordinances.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The City Clerk is hereby author-
ized and directed to cause to be issued the
following named applicants and locations for
cigarette/tobacco sales permit.
BP Fuel, 1450 Loras Blvd.
Passed, approved and adopted this 18th
day of July, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
ITEMS SET FOR PUBLIC HEARING
Motion by Lynch to receive and file the
documents, adopt the resolutions, set the pub-
lic hearings as indicated, and direct the City
Clerk to publish notice as prescribed by law.
Seconded by Connors. Motion carried 7-0.
1. Grandview Avenue at Loras Boulevard
and Grandview Avenue and University Avenue
Intersection Improvements Project: City Man-
ager recommending initiation of the public bid-
ding procedure for the Grandview Avenue and
Loras Boulevard and Grandview Avenue and
University Avenue Intersection Improvement
Project, and further recommends that a public
hearing be set for August 1, 2016. Upon mo-
tion the documents were received and filed
and Resolution No. 277-16 Preliminary ap-
proval of plans, specifications, form of con-
tract, and estimated cost; setting date of public
hearing on plans, specifications, form of con-
tract, and estimated cost; and ordering the
advertisement for bids was adopted setting a
public hearing for a meeting to commence at
6:30 p.m. on August 1, 2016 in the Historic
Federal Building.
RESOLUTION NO. 277-16
GRANDVIEW AVENUE & LORAS BOULE-
VARD AND GRANDVIEW AVENUE & UNI-
VERSITY AVENUE INTERSECTION IM-
PROVEMENT PROJECT PRELIMINARY
APPROVAL OF PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS,
FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATED
COST; SETTING DATE OF PUBLIC HEAR-
ING ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM
OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATED COST;
AND ORDERING THE ADVERTISEMENT
FOR BIDS
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
The proposed plans, specifications, form of
contract and estimated cost for the Grandview
Avenue & Loras Boulevard and Grandview
Avenue & University Avenue Intersection Im-
provement Project in the estimated amount
$589,424.92, are hereby preliminarily ap-
proved and ordered filed in the office of the
City Clerk for public inspection.
A public hearing will be held on the 1st day
of August, 2016, at 6:30 p.m. in the Historic
Federal Building Council Chambers (second
floor) 350 W. 6th Street, Dubuque, Iowa at
which time interested persons may appear and
be heard for or against the proposed plans and
Book 146 Regular Session, July 18, 2016 314
specifications, form of contract and estimated
cost of said Project, and the City Clerk be and
is hereby directed to cause the attached notice
of the time and place of such hearing to be
published in a newspaper having general cir-
culation in the City of Dubuque, Iowa which
notice shall be published not less than four
days nor more than twenty days prior to the
date of such hearing. At the hearing, any inter-
ested person may appear and file objections to
the proposed plans, specifications, form of
contract, or estimated cost of the Project.
Grandview Avenue & Loras Boulevard and
Grandview Avenue & University Avenue Inter-
section Improvement Project t is hereby or-
dered to be advertised for bids for construc-
tion.
The amount of the security to accompany
each bid shall be in an amount which shall
conform to the provisions of the Notice to Bid-
ders hereby approved.
The City Clerk is hereby directed to adver-
tise for bids for the construction of the im-
provements herein provided, by publishing the
attached Notice to Bidders to be published in
the Master Builders of Iowa Plan Room, The
Construction Update Network and posted on
the City of Dubuque website at
www.cityofdubuque.org/bids. Publication will
occur not less than thirteen but not more than
forty-five days before the date for filing bids
before 2:00 p.m. on the 4th day of August,
2016. Bids shall be opened and read by the
City Clerk at said time and will be submitted to
the City Council for final action at 6:00 p.m. on
the 15th day of August, 2016, in the Historic
Federal Building Council Chambers (second
floor), 350 West 6th Street, Dubuque, Iowa.
Passed, adopted and approved this 18th
day of July, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
2. Sale of Property - Lot 1-16 and Lot 2-16
in Linhein Subdivision (Mt. Carmel Road): City
Manager recommending the City Council set a
public hearing for August 1, 2016, on the sale
of Lot 1-16 and Lot 2-16 in Linhein Subdivision
to Scott and Sandra Cairns. Upon motion the
documents were received and filed and Reso-
lution No. 278-16 Intent to dispose of an inter-
est in City-owned real property by sale to R.
Scott Cairns and Sandra K. Cairns was adopt-
ed setting a public hearing for a meeting to
commence at 6:30 p.m. on August 1, 2016 in
the Historic Federal Building.
RESOLUTION NO. 278-16
INTENT TO DISPOSE OF AN INTEREST IN
CITY OWNED REAL PROPERTY BY SALE
TO R. SCOTT CAIRNS AND SANDRA K.
CAIRNS
Whereas, the City of Dubuque, Iowa (City)
owns the following real property:
Lot 1-16 and Lot 2-16 in Linhein Subdi-
vision, in the City of Dubuque, Iowa
(the Property); and
Whereas, City has entered into an agree-
ment with R. Scott Cairns and Sandra K.
Cairns to sell the Property to R. Scott Cairns
and Sandra K. Cairns, a copy of which agree-
ment is attached hereto; and
Whereas, the City Council has tentatively
determined that it would be in the best inter-
ests of the City to approve the sale of the
Property to R. Scott Cairns and Sandra K.
Cairns.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The City of Dubuque intends to
dispose of its interest in the foregoing-
described real property by sale to R. Scott
Cairns and Sandra K. Cairns.
Section 2. The City Clerk is hereby author-
ized and directed to cause this Resolution and
a notice to be published as prescribed by Iowa
Code Section 364.7 of a public hearing on the
City's intent to dispose of an interest in the
foregoing-described real property, to be held
on the 1st day of August, 2016, at 6:30 o'clock
p.m. at the Historic Federal Building, 350 W.
6th Street, Dubuque, Iowa.
Passed, approved and adopted this 18th
day of July, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
BOARDS/COMMISSIONS
Applications to the following boards /
commissions were reviewed. Applicants were
invited to address the City Council regarding
their desire to serve on the following
Boards/Commissions.
1. Human Rights Commission: One, 3-year
term through January 1, 2019 (Vacant term of
Jones). Applicant: Kate Parks, 486 Clarke Dr.
Ms. Parks spoke in support of her appoint-
ment.
2. Investment Oversight Advisory Commis-
sion: One, 3-year term through July 1, 2019
(Expiring term of Ruden). Applicant: Gary Ru-
den, PO Box 835.
3. Zoning Advisory Commission: (Correct-
ed) Two, 3-year terms through July 1, 2018
(Vacant term of Dietzel and expiring term of
Norton). Mayor Buol acknowledged receipt of
correspondence from Rich Russell writing in
support of his appointment. Applicants: Patrick
Norton, 920 Valentine Dr.; Rich Russell, 2045
Embassy West Dr. Mr. Norton spoke in sup-
Book 146 Regular Session, July 18, 2016 315
port of his appointment and noted the correc-
tion to the number of vacancies in light of his
expiring term.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. Request to Rezone - 485 North
Grandview Avenue: Proof of publication on
notice of public hearing to consider a request
by Richard Hartig to rezone property located at
485 North Grandview Avenue from OC Office
Commercial District to C-2 Neighborhood
Commercial Shopping Center District and the
Zoning Advisory Commission recommending
approval. Motion by Connors 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. Motion
carried 6-0 with Lynch abstaining due to a con-
flict of interest. Planning Services Manager
Laura Carstens provided a staff report.
Motion by Connors for final consideration
and passage of Ordinance No. 34-16 Amend-
ing Title 16 of the City of Dubuque Code of
Ordinances, Unified Development Code, by
reclassifying hereinafter described property
located at 485 North Grandview Avenue from
OC Office Commercial District to C-2 Neigh-
borhood Shopping Center District. Seconded
by Jones. Motion carried 6-0 with Lynch ab-
staining due to a conflict of interest.
OFFICIAL PUBLICATION
ORDINANCE NO. 34-16
AMENDING TITLE 16 OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE CODE OF ORDINANCES, UNI-
FIED DEVELOPMENT CODE, BY RECLAS-
SIFYING HEREINAFTER DESCRIBED
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 485 NORTH
GRANDVIEW AVENUE FROM OC OFFICE
COMMERCIAL DISTRICT TO C-2 NEIGH-
BORHOOD SHOPPING CENTER DISTRICT
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That Title 16 of the City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances, Unified Devel-
opment Code, is hereby amended by reclassi-
fying the hereinafter–described property from
OC Office Commercial District to C-2 Neigh-
borhood Shopping Center District, to wit:
Lot 4 Hodges Subdivision, and to the
centerline of the adjoining public right-
of-way, all in the City of Dubuque, Io-
wa.
Section 2. That the foregoing amendment
has heretofore been reviewed by the Zoning
Advisory Commission of the City of Dubuque,
Iowa.
Section 3. This Ordinance shall take effect
immediately upon publication as provided by
law.
Passed, approved and adopted this 18th
day of July, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Published officially in the Telegraph Herald
newspaper on the 22nd day of July, 2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
2. Request to Rezone - 2162 Rockdale
Road: Proof of publication on notice of public
hearing to consider a request by Bruce Radtke
to rezone a portion of 2162 Rockdale Road
from R-1 Single-Family Residential to C-3
General Commercial District to permit busi-
ness expansion and the Zoning Advisory
Commission recommending approval. Motion
by Connors to receive and file the documents
and that the requirement that a proposed ordi-
nance be considered and voted on for pas-
sage at two Council meetings prior to the
meeting at which it is to be passed be sus-
pended. Seconded by Jones. Motion carried 6-
0 with Lynch abstaining due to a conflict of
interest. Planning Services Manager Laura
Carstens provided a staff report.
Motion by Connors for final consideration
and passage of Ordinance No. 35-16 Amend-
ing Title 16 of the City of Dubuque Code of
Ordinances, Unified Development Code, by
reclassifying hereinafter described property
located at 2162 Rockdale Road from R-1 Sin-
gle-Family Residential District to C-3 General
Commercial District. Seconded by Jones. Mo-
tion carried 6-0 with Lynch abstaining due to a
conflict of interest.
OFFICIAL PUBLICATION
ORDINANCE NO. 35-16
AMENDING TITLE 16 OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE CODE OF ORDINANCES, UNI-
FIED DEVELOPMENT CODE, BY RECLAS-
SIFYING HEREINAFTER DESCRIBED
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2162 ROCKDALE
ROAD FROM R-1 SINGLE-FAMILY RESI-
DENTIAL DISTRICT TO C-3 GENERAL
COMMERCIAL DISTRICT
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That Title 16 of the City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances, Unified Devel-
opment Code, is hereby amended by reclassi-
fying the hereinafter–described property from
R-1 Single-Family Residential District to C-3
General Commercial District, to wit:
Lot 2 of Mineral Lot 482, and to the
centerline of the adjoining public right-
of-way, all in the City of Dubuque, Io-
wa.
Book 146 Regular Session, July 18, 2016 316
Section 2. That the foregoing amendment
has heretofore been reviewed by the Zoning
Advisory Commission of the City of Dubuque,
Iowa.
Section 3. This Ordinance shall take effect
immediately upon publication as provided by
law.
Passed, approved and adopted this 18th
day of July, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Published officially in the Telegraph Herald
newspaper on the 22nd day of July, 2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
3. Amend Institutional District - Padre Pio
Health Care Center: Proof of publication on
notice of public hearing to consider a request
from Straka Johnson Architects, PC / Stonehill
Franciscan Services, 3160 Sheridan Road, to
expand the Padre Pio Health Care Center In-
stitutional District to facilitate construction of a
secondary access to Sheridan Road and the
Zoning Advisory Commission recommending
approval. Motion by Lynch 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 Connors. Motion
carried 7-0. City Manager Van Milligen re-
sponded to questions regarding the potential
for sidewalks in the area as they relate to the
City’s sidewalk program and issues with con-
nections to existing sidewalks, future devel-
opment, expense and severe topography.
Motion by Lynch for final consideration and
passage of Ordinance No. 36-16 Amending
Title 16 of the City of Dubuque Code of Ordi-
nances, Unified Development Code, Rescind-
ing Ordinance 45-11 and approving an
amended Campus Development Plan for Pa-
dre Pio Health Care Center Institutional District
to rezone 3160 Sheridan Road from R-1 Sin-
gle-Family Residential District to ID Institution-
al District and Construct a new access drive to
Sheridan Road. Seconded by Connors. Motion
carried 7-0.
OFFICIAL PUBLICATION
ORDINANCE NO. 36-16
AMENDING TITLE 16 OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE CODE OF ORDINANCES, UNI-
FIED DEVELOPMENT CODE, RESCINDING
ORDINANCE 45-11 AND APPROVING AN
AMENDED CAMPUS DEVELOPMENT PLAN
FOR PADRE PIO HEALTH CARE CENTER
INSTITUTIONAL DISTRICT TO REZONE
3160 SHERIDAN ROAD FROM R-1 SINGLE-
FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT TO ID IN-
STITUTIONAL DISTRICT AND CONSTRUCT
A NEW ACCESS DRIVE TO SHERIDAN
ROAD
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That Title 16 of the City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances Unified Devel-
opment Code and rescind Ordinance No. 45-
11 and adopting a revised campus develop-
ment plan for expanding the Padre Pio Health
Care Center Institutional District and allowing a
new access drive to Sheridan Road, for the
following property, to wit:
Lot 1 of 1 of 3 Mineral Lot 324 and Lot 1
of 2 of 3 Mineral Lot 324, and to the cen-
terline of the adjoining public right-of-
way, all in the City of Dubuque, Iowa.
Section 2. That in order to accomplish the
purposes of the ID Institutional district and of
the Zoning Ordinance, the above-described
property is subject to the following conditions
and restrictions:
A. Use Regulations
The following regulations shall apply to all
uses made of land in the above-described ID
Institutional District:
1. Principal permitted uses shall be lim-
ited to the following:
a. Nursing or convalescent homes.
b. Residential care facilities.
c. Multi-family dwellings for the
housing of institutional residents
or affiliates.
d. Offices for administrative per-
sonnel or other institutional em-
ployees and affiliates.
e. Off-street parking and loading.
2. Conditional use shall be regulated by
Section 5-22.2 of the Unified De-
velopment Code.
3. Accessory uses shall be regulated
by Section 5-22.3 of the Unified
Development Code.
B. Lot and Bulk Regulations
Development of land in the ID Institutional
District shall be regulated as follows:
1. That the proposed access road shall
be located in substantial conform-
ance with the attached amended
conceptual development plan.
2. That all previously-approved campus
development plans are hereby su-
perseded to allow for the attached
development plan.
C. Site Development Standards
The site development standards for this ID
Institutional District shall be established as
follows:
1. Site plans shall be submitted in
compliance with Section 12 Site
Plans of the Unified Development
Code.
2. New outdoor lighting shall comply
with Section 13-3.1 Site Lighting of
the Unified Development Code.
Book 146 Regular Session, July 18, 2016 317
3. That storm water from new facilities
shall comply with Section 13-3.3
Storm Water Management of the
Unified Development Code.
4. Landscaping and screening require-
ments shall be established in ac-
cordance with the requirements of
Section 13-4.4 of the Unified De-
velopment Code.
5. Trash enclosures shall comply with
Section 13-4.9 Exterior Trash Col-
lection Areas of the Unified Devel-
opment Code.
D. Sign Regulations
The sign regulations shall be the same as
that which are allowed for ID Districts in Sec-
tion 15-11.13 of the Unified Development
Code of the City of Dubuque, Iowa.
E. Parking Standards
The off-street parking requirement for the
principal permitted uses for the herein de-
scribed ID Institutional District shall be regulat-
ed as follows:
1. That new off-street parking spaces
shall be designed and constructed
in compliance with Section 13-3.5
Parking Lot Layout of the Unified
Development Code.
2. Any significant expansion or reduc-
tion in the number of off-street park-
ing spaces must be reviewed by
Planning Services staff for compli-
ance with the adopted Padre Pio
Health Center Institutional District.
F. Transfer of Ownership
Transfer of ownership or lease of property
in this ID Institutional District shall include the
transfer or lease agreement, the provision that
the purchaser or leasee acknowledges aware-
ness of the conditionals authorizing the estab-
lishment of this district.
G. Modifications
Any modifications of this Ordinance must
be approved by the City council in accordance
with zoning reclassification proceedings of
Section 9-5 of the Unified Development Code.
Section 3. The foregoing amendment has
heretofore been reviewed by the Zoning Advi-
sory Commission of the City of Dubuque, Io-
wa.
Section 4. This Ordinance shall take effect
immediately upon publication, as provided by
law.
Passed, approved and adopted this 18th
day of July, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Published officially in the Telegraph Herald
newspaper on the 22nd day of July, 2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
4. Sale of Property - 595 Angella Street:
Proof of publication on notice of public hearing
to consider the sale of city-owned property
located at 595 Angella Street to Craig Nesteby
and the City Manager recommending approv-
al. Motion by Lynch to receive and file the
documents and adopt Resolution No. 279-16
Disposing of City interest in real property lo-
cated at 595 Angella Street, in the City of
Dubuque, Iowa. Seconded by Rios. City Man-
ager Van Milligen responded to questions from
City Council (inadvertently raised during Action
Item #2) about the City placing 21-year, own-
er-occupied covenants on properties it ac-
quires, rehabilitates and sells. He added that a
goal of the covenants is to help decrease den-
sity in neighborhoods historically built as sin-
gle-family, residential homes and disperse the
concentration of rental properties while main-
taining a level of affordable rental properties.
Motion carried 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 279-16
DISPOSING OF CITY INTEREST IN REAL
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 595 ANGELLA
STREET, IN THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
Whereas, the City Council, by Resolution
No. 265-16, dated the 5th day of July, 2016,
declared its intent to dispose of City interest in
real property located at 595 Angella Street,
legally described as:
Lot 21 of Quigley’s Subdivision of Out
Lot 709 in the City of Dubuque, Iowa
according to the recorded Plat of said
Addition (the Property); and
Whereas, pursuant to published notice, a
public hearing was held on the proposed dis-
position on the 18th day of July, 2016 at 6:30
p.m. in the Historic Federal Building, 350 W.
6th Street, Dubuque, Iowa; and
Whereas, it is the determination of the City
Council that approval of the Real Estate Con-
tract and subsequent Special Warranty Deed
for the sale to Craig Nesteby according to the
terms and conditions set out in the Real Estate
Contract is in the public interest of the City of
Dubuque.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA;
Section 1. The Real Estate Contract by
and between the City of Dubuque and Craig
Nesteby for the sale of the Property, a copy
attached hereto, is hereby approved.
Section 2. The Mayor and City Clerk are
hereby authorized and directed to execute the
Real Estate Contract conveying an interest in
the Property to Craig Nesteby.
Section 3. That the City Clerk is hereby au-
thorized and directed to cause said Real Es-
tate Contract to be delivered to the City Attor-
ney’s Office, together with a certified copy of
the Resolution.
Book 146 Regular Session, July 18, 2016 318
Section 4. Upon successful completion of
the terms and conditions outlined in the Real
Estate Contract the Mayor and City Clerk are
hereby authorized and directed to execute a
Special Warranty Deed conveying the City’s
interest in the Property to Craig Nesteby.
Section 5. That the City Clerk is hereby au-
thorized and directed to cause said Special
Warranty Deed to be delivered to the City At-
torney’s Office, together with a certified copy of
the Resolution.
Passed, approved, and adopted this 18th
day of July, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
5. Sale of Property - 321 Valeria Street:
Proof of publication on notice of public hearing
to consider the sale of property located at 321
Valeria Street to Dawn M. Redfern a/k/a Dawn
M. Adams and the City Manager recommend-
ing approval. Motion by Lynch to receive and
file the documents and adopt Resolution No.
280-16 Disposing of City interest in real prop-
erty located at 321 Valeria Street, in the City of
Dubuque, Iowa. Seconded by Jones. Motion
carried 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 280-16
DISPOSING OF CITY INTEREST IN REAL
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 321 VALERIA
STREET, IN THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
Whereas, the City Council, by Resolution
No. 266-16, dated the 5th day of July, 2016,
declared its intent to dispose of City interest in
real property located at 321 Valeria Street,
legally described as:
Lot 1 of Lot 130 in L.H. Langworthy’s
Addition in the City of Dubuque, Iowa
according to the recorded Plat of said
Addition (the Property); and
Whereas, pursuant to published notice, a
public hearing was held on the proposed dis-
position on the 18th day of July, 2016 at 6:30
p.m. in the Historic Federal Building, 350 W.
6th Street, Dubuque, Iowa; and
Whereas, it is the determination of the City
Council that approval of the Real Estate Con-
tract and subsequent Special Warranty Deed
for the sale to Dawn M. Redfern a/k/a Dawn M.
Adams according to the terms and conditions
set out in the Real Estate Contract is in the
public interest of the City of Dubuque.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA;
Section 1. The Real Estate Contract by
and between the City of Dubuque and Dawn
M. Redfern a/k/a Dawn M. Adams for the sale
of the Property, a copy attached hereto, is
hereby approved.
Section 2. The Mayor and City Clerk are
hereby authorized and directed to execute the
Real Estate Contract conveying an interest in
the Property to Dawn M. Redfern a/k/a Dawn
M. Adams.
Section 3. That the City Clerk is hereby au-
thorized and directed to cause said Real Es-
tate Contract to be delivered to the City Attor-
ney’s Office, together with a certified copy of
the Resolution.
Section 4. Upon successful completion of
the terms and conditions outlined in the Real
Estate Contract the Mayor and City Clerk are
hereby authorized and directed to execute a
Special Warranty Deed conveying the City’s
interest in the Property to Dawn M. Redfern
a/k/a Dawn M. Adams.
Section 5. That the City Clerk is hereby au-
thorized and directed to cause said Special
Warranty Deed to be delivered to the City At-
torney’s Office, together with a certified copy of
the Resolution.
Passed, approved, and adopted this 18th
day of July, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
6. Sale of Property - 2283 White Street:
Proof of publication on notice of public hearing
to consider the sale of property located at
2283 White Street to Shawn and Christina
Hanen and the City Manager recommending
approval. Motion by Jones to receive and file
the documents and adopt Resolution No. 281-
16 Disposing of City interest in real property
located at 2283 White Street in the City of
Dubuque, Iowa. Seconded by Lynch. Motion
carried 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 281-16
DISPOSING OF CITY INTEREST IN REAL
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2283 WHITE
STREET, IN THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
Whereas, the City Council, by Resolution
No. 267-16, dated the 5th day of July, 2016,
declared its intent to dispose of City interest in
real property located at 2283 White Street,
legally described as:
The East Half of the North ¼ of Lot
16”P” and the East Half of the South
Half of Lot 18, in L.H. Langworthy’s
Addition in the City of Dubuque, Iowa
according to the recorded Plat of said
Addition (the Property); and
Whereas, pursuant to published notice, a
public hearing was held on the proposed dis-
position on the 18th day of July, 2016 at 6:30
p.m. in the Historic Federal Building, 350 W.
6th Street, Dubuque, Iowa; and
Whereas, it is the determination of the City
Council that approval of the Real Estate Con-
tract and subsequent Special Warranty Deed
for the sale to Shawn C. and Christina M.
Hanen according to the terms and conditions
Book 146 Regular Session, July 18, 2016 319
set out in the Real Estate Contract is in the
public interest of the City of Dubuque.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA;
Section 1. The Real Estate Contract by
and between the City of Dubuque and Shawn
C. and Christina M. Hanen for the sale of the
Property, a copy attached hereto, is hereby
approved.
Section 2. The Mayor and City Clerk are
hereby authorized and directed to execute the
Real Estate Contract conveying an interest in
the Property to Shawn C. and Christina M.
Hanen.
Section 3. That the City Clerk is hereby au-
thorized and directed to cause said Real Es-
tate Contract to be delivered to the City Attor-
ney’s Office, together with a certified copy of
the Resolution.
Section 4. Upon successful completion of
the terms and conditions outlined in the Real
Estate Contract the Mayor and City Clerk are
hereby authorized and directed to execute a
Special Warranty Deed conveying the City’s
interest in the Property to Shawn C. and Chris-
tina M. Hanen.
Section 5. That the City Clerk is hereby au-
thorized and directed to cause said Special
Warranty Deed to be delivered to the City At-
torney’s Office, together with a certified copy of
the Resolution.
Passed, approved, and adopted this 18th
day of July, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
ACTION ITEMS
1. Arts Master Plan Presentation to Coun-
cil: Economic Development Director Maurice
Jones introduced the presentation. Priya Sir-
car, Senior Consultant for Lord Cultural Re-
sources, provided a slide presentation on the
final draft of the Arts and Culture Master Plan
for the City of Dubuque. Topics included the
purpose of the plan; planning process; key
issues, needs and opportunities; vision state-
ment; goals; priorities and strategies; public art
policy recommendations, roles and responsi-
bilities; recommendations for the advisory
commission; and master plan implementation
steps. Motion by Connors to receive and file
the documents and hear the presentation. Se-
conded by Jones. Motion carried 7-0.
2. Arts and Cultural Program - FY17 Oper-
ating Support Requests: Arts and Cultural Af-
fairs Advisory Commission requesting approv-
al of the 13 eligible FY 2017 Arts and Cultural
Operating Support funding requests and au-
thorizing the City Manager to sign the funding
agreements. Motion by Jones to receive and
file the documents and approve the recom-
mendation. Seconded by Lynch. Motion car-
ried 7-0.
3. Arts and Cultural Program - FY17 Spe-
cial Projects Grants: Arts and Cultural Affairs
Advisory Commission recommending approval
of the six FY 2017 Arts and Culture Grants for
Special Projects and authorize the City Man-
ager to sign the grant agreements. Motion by
Lynch to receive and file the documents and
approve the recommendation. Seconded by
Connors. Motion carried 7-0.
4. Submission of Fire Department Strategic
Plan: City Manager recommending approval of
a strategic plan for the Fire Department. Mo-
tion by Jones to receive and file the docu-
ments and approve the recommendation. Se-
conded by Connors. Motion carried 7-0.
5. Property Acquisition - 730 Cody Drive:
City Manager recommending approval of a
Resolution authorizing the purchase of 730
Cody Drive and acceptance of the deed for
property owned by George and Dorothy Roep-
sch. Motion by Lynch to receive and file the
documents and adopt Resolution No. 282-16
Approving an offer to buy real estate and ac-
ceptance for the purchase of certain real es-
tate in Dubuque County, Iowa from George E.
and Dorothy S. Roepsch. Seconded by Rios.
Motion carried 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 282-16
APPROVING AN OFFER TO BUY REAL ES-
TATE AND ACCEPTANCE FOR THE PUR-
CHASE OF CERTAIN REAL ESTATE IN
DUBUQUE COUNTY, IOWA FROM GEORGE
E. AND DOROTHY S. ROEPSCH
Whereas, the City of Dubuque intends to
acquire certain property and has negotiated an
Offer to Buy Real Estate and Acceptance with
George E. and Dorothy S Roepsch for the
purchase of the following described real prop-
erty in Dubuque County, Iowa:
East Part of Lot 5 Block 7 Pioneer Hills;
Lot 1 of the Subdivision of Lot 2-1-1-1
McLean Heights excepting the proposed
garden lot; and
Lot 1 Roepsch Subdivision; and
Whereas, the City Council has determined
that the purchase of the property is in the best
interests of the City of Dubuque.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. The City of Dubuque hereby ap-
proves the Offer to Buy Real Estate and Ac-
ceptance, a copy of which is attached hereto.
Section 2. That the City of Dubuque be and
is hereby authorized to accept a Warranty
Book 146 Special Session, July 26, 2016 320
Deed from the owner, conveying the owner’s
interest to the City of Dubuque, Iowa for the
herein described real estate.
Section 3. That the City Clerk be and he is
hereby authorized and directed to cause said
Warranty Deed to be recorded in the office of
the Dubuque County Recorder, together with
certified copy of the Resolution.
Passed, approved and adopted this 18th
day of July, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS
Council Member Connors reported on the
sidewalk chalk drawing event that took place
at 8th and Iowa Streets prior to the Council
meeting in support of the Dubuque Police De-
partment.
Council Member Del Toro responded to
Mayor Buol’s statement from the beginning of
the meeting saying in part that he was elected
to represent the citizens of Ward 2 and to
question items which warrant scrutiny and
review. He added that he does not think there
has been any unprofessional decorum to date
at the Council table and that questions and
discussions make for a successful, high-
performing organization. He thanked and
urged citizens to continue to share their
thoughts on Council decisions.
Mayor Buol clarified that he is addressing
the terminology used during discussions that is
directed at Council, staff or persons at the po-
dium.
CLOSED SESSION
Motion by Jones to convene in closed ses-
sion at 7:53 p.m. to discuss pending litigation
and property acquisition pursuant to Chapter
21.5(1)(c), -(j) Code of Iowa. Seconded by
Lynch. 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 Barry Lindahl, Assis-
tant City Attorney Crenna Brumwell, Assistant
City Attorney Maureen Quann, Attorney Ste-
ven Tyler and Attorney Ivan Webber. Motion
carried 7-0.
Upon motion the City Council reconvened
in open session at 9:16 p.m. stating that staff
had been given proper direction.
There being no further business upon mo-
tion the City Council adjourned at 9:17 p.m.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
SPECIAL SESSION
OFFICIAL
The Dubuque City Council met in special
session at 5:30 p.m. on July 26, 2016 in Con-
ference Room B, City Hall, 50 W. 13th Street.
Present: Mayor Buol; Council Members
Connors, Del Toro, Jones, Lynch, Resnick,
Rios; City Manager Van Milligen, City Attorney
Lindahl
Mayor Buol read the call and stated this is
a special session of the City Council called for
the purpose of conducting a closed session for
professional evaluations pursuant to Chapter
21.5(1)(i) Code of Iowa.
CLOSED SESSION
Motion by Jones to enter into closed ses-
sion at 5:31 p.m. to conduct professional eval-
uations pursuant to Chapter 21.5(1)(i) Code of
Iowa. Seconded by Resnick. Motion carried 7-
0.
Upon motion the City Council reconvened
in open session at 7:03 p.m. stating that the
professional evaluations had been completed.
There being no further business, upon mo-
tion the City Council adjourned at 7:04 p.m.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, CMC, City Clerk
Book 146 Regular Session, August 1, 2016 321
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
REGULAR SESSION
OFFICIAL
The Dubuque City Council met in regular
session at 6:30 p.m. on August 1, 2016 in the
Historic Federal Building, 350 W. 6th Street.
Present: Mayor Buol; Council Members
Connors, Del Toro, Jones, Lynch, Resnick,
Rios; City Manager Van Milligen, City Attorney
Lindahl
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
PRESENTATION(S)
Iowa Governor's Volunteer Award Presen-
tation: Leisure Services Manager Marie Ware
and AmeriCorps Program Director Mary
Bridgett Corken-Deutsch presented the Iowa
Governor's Volunteer Award to AmeriCorps
Partners in Learning volunteer Liz Griffin.
CONSENT ITEMS
Motion by Lynch to receive and file the
documents, adopt the resolutions, and dispose
of as indicated. Seconded by Connors. Motion
carried 7-0.
1. Minutes and Reports Submitted: Catfish
Creek Watershed Authority of 4/26; City Coun-
cil Proceedings of 7/18; Historic Preservation
Commission of 7/21; Human Rights Commis-
sion of 6/13; Long Range Planning Advisory
Commission of 7/20; Mechanical Board of
7/19; Sister City Relationships Advisory Com-
mission of 7/20; Proof of Publication for City
Council Proceedings of 7/5/16; Proof of publi-
cation for List of Claims and Summary of Rev-
enues for Month Ending 5/31. Upon motion the
documents were received and filed.
2. Notice of Claims and Suits: Anthony
Elskamp for property damage; Mark and Cath-
erine Helling for property damage; Craig
McGrane for vehicle damage. Upon motion the
documents were received, filed and referred to
the City Attorney.
3. Disposition of Claims: City Attorney ad-
vising that the following claims have been re-
ferred to Public Entity Risk Services of Iowa,
the agent for the Iowa Communities Assurance
Pool: Anthony Elskamp for property damage;
Catherine Helling for property damage; Craig
McGrane for vehicle damage. Upon motion the
documents were received, filed and concurred
4. U.S. Conference of Mayors Advisory
Board: Correspondence from Senator Chuck
Grassley; New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio;
and Rochester Hills, MI, Mayor Bryan Barnett
congratulating Mayor Buol on his election to
the U.S. Conference of Mayors Advisory
Board. Upon motion the documents were re-
ceived and filed.
5. Teri Goodmann to Serve on US EPA
Local Government Advisory Committee: City
Manager transmitting correspondence from the
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency inviting
Assistant City Manager Teri Goodmann to
serve on the EPA's Local Government Adviso-
ry Committee. Upon motion the document was
received and filed.
6. Recognition of Mary Bridget Corken-
Deutsch and AmeriCorps Volunteers: City
Manager transmitting correspondence from the
Dubuque Community School District recogniz-
ing AmeriCorps Program Director Mary Bridget
Corken-Deutsch and AmeriCorps Volunteers
for helping to improve student reading profi-
ciency. Upon motion the document was re-
ceived and filed.
7. Greater Dubuque Development Corpo-
ration 2016 Annual Report: City Manager
transmitting the 2016 Annual Report for Great-
er Dubuque Development Corporation. Upon
motion the document was received and filed.
8. Resource Enhancement and Protection
(REAP) Plan Update, Grant Application and
Committee Representative: City Manager rec-
ommending approval of the City of Dubuque’s
FY 2017 Resource Enhancement and Protec-
tion (REAP) Plan update and the resolution
authorizing the REAP grant application for the
Valentine Park Expansion – Land Acquisition
Project. It is further recommended that the City
Council confirm Council Member Joyce Con-
nors as the City representative on the Dubu-
que County REAP Committee. Upon motion
the documents were received and filed and
Resolution No. 283-16 Authorizing REAP
Grant Application to Iowa Department of Natu-
ral Resources for Valentine Park Expansion -
Land Acquisition Project was adopted, the plan
update approved, and Council Member Joyce
Connors confirmed as the Council REAP Rep-
resentative.
Book 146 Regular Session, August 1, 2016 322
RESOLUTION NO. 283-16
AUTHORIZING REAP GRANT APPLICA-
TION TO IOWA DEPARTMENT OF NATU-
RAL RESOURCES FOR VALENTINE PARK
EXPANSION – LAND ACQUISITION PRO-
JECT
Whereas, the Iowa Department of Natural
Resources has allocated grant funds in the
REAP (Resource Enhancement and Protec-
tion) Program for plans for improvements that
enhance the restoration or expansion of Iowa’s
natural resources of parks; and
Whereas, the City of Dubuque has adopted
the 2012 Comprehensive Plan that includes
goals for park improvements and environmen-
tal restoration.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The Mayor hereby is authorized
to sign and the Planning Services Manager is
hereby authorized to submit an application to
the Iowa Department of Natural Resources for
REAP funds for Valentine Park Expansion –
Land Acquisition Project.
Section 2. That in the event said applica-
tion is approved; the City Council hereby pro-
vides its written assurance that the completed
project will be adequately maintained for its
intended use in accordance with state re-
quirements.
Passed, approved and adopted this 1st day
of August, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
9. Friends of the Mines of Spain Funding
Request: Correspondence from the Friends of
the Mines of Spain requesting funding for the
historic Pine Chapel. Upon motion the docu-
ments were received, filed and referred to the
City Manager.
10. Citizen Petition - English Ridge Green
Space: Petition submitted by the residents of
English Ridge Subdivision requesting the City
to provide funding for development of a green
space in the area of Stone Valley Drive. Upon
motion the document was received, filed and
referred to the City Manager.
11. Citizen Petition - Withdrawal from Res-
idential Parking Permit District H: Petition from
the residents on Phyllrich Drive requesting
withdrawal from the existing Residential Park-
ing Permit District H by removing Phyllrich
Drive between Keystone Drive and Keymont
Drive. Upon motion the document was re-
ceived, filed and referred to the City Manager.
12. Pre-Annexation Agreement - Gary J.
Bakes: City Manager recommending approval
of a Pre-Annexation Agreement with Gary J.
Backes, for property located at 10750 Key
West Drive. Upon motion the documents were
received and filed and Resolution No. 284-16
Approving a Pre-Annexation Agreement be-
tween the City of Dubuque, Iowa and Gary J.
Backes was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 284-16
APPROVING A PRE-ANNEXATION
AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA AND GARY J. BACKES
Whereas, Gary J. Backes, owner of the fol-
lowing described property in Dubuque County,
Iowa (the Property) have submitted to the City
Council of the City of Dubuque an application
for voluntary annexation of the Property to the
City of Dubuque:
Lot 41, Lot 41 “A”, and Lot 42 all in Key
West, Dubuque County, Iowa except that
part condemned by the State of Iowa rec-
orded in Book of Lands #49, Page 609, ET
SEQ, and that Part conveyed to the State
of Iowa recorded in Book of Lands #50,
Page 342 ET SEQ, according to the re-
spective recorded plats thereof, Dubuque
County, Iowa; and
Whereas, Gary J. Backes has entered into
a Pre-annexation Agreement with the City of
Dubuque a copy of which is attached hereto
governing the future annexation of the Proper-
ty; and
Whereas, the Property is not subject to an
existing annexation moratorium; and
Whereas, the Property does not include
any state or railroad property; and
Whereas, Iowa Code Section 368.7 author-
izes the voluntary annexation of property in
Dubuque County, Iowa and the extension of
city limits by voluntary annexation; and
Whereas, the annexation of the Property is
consistent with the Comprehensive Plan of the
City of Dubuque, necessary for the future or-
derly growth and development of the city of
Dubuque, and will promote efficient and cost
effective extension of municipal services; and
Whereas, the City Council finds that the
annexation of the Property is in the public in-
terest.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The Pre-annexation Agreement
by and between Gary J. Backes and the City
of Dubuque is hereby approved.
Passed, approved and adopted this 1st day
of August, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
13. Pre-Annexation Agreement - Elizabeth
R. Kirpes Trust: City Manager recommending
approval of a Pre-Annexation Agreement and
Covenants with the Elizabeth R. Kirpes Trust,
Book 146 Regular Session, August 1, 2016 323
for property located at 10704 Key West Drive.
Upon motion the documents were received
and filed and Resolution No. 285-16 Approving
a Pre-Annexation Agreement between the City
of Dubuque, Iowa and the Elizabeth R. Kirpes
Trust was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 285-16
APPROVING A PRE-ANNEXATION
AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA AND THE ELIZABETH R.
KIRPES TRUST
Whereas, The Elizabeth R. Kirpes Trust,
owner of the following described property in
Dubuque County, Iowa (the Property) have
submitted to the City Council of the City of
Dubuque an application for voluntary annexa-
tion of the Property to the City of Dubuque:
Lot 1 Kermit’s Subdivision in Dubuque
County, Iowa; and
Whereas, The Elizabeth R. Kirpes Trust
has entered into a Pre-annexation Agreement
with the City of Dubuque a copy of which is
attached hereto governing the future annexa-
tion of the Property; and
Whereas, the Property is not subject to an
existing annexation moratorium; and
Whereas, the Property does not include
any state or railroad property; and
Whereas, Iowa Code Section 368.7 author-
izes the voluntary annexation of property in
Dubuque County, Iowa and the extension of
city limits by voluntary annexation; and
Whereas, the annexation of the Property is
consistent with the Comprehensive Plan of the
City of Dubuque, necessary for the future or-
derly growth and development of the city of
Dubuque, and will promote efficient and cost
effective extension of municipal services; and
Whereas, the City Council finds that the
annexation of the Property is in the public in-
terest.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The Pre-annexation Agreement
by and between The Elizabeth R. Kirpes Trust
and the City of Dubuque is hereby approved.
Passed, approved and adopted this 1st day
of August, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
14. Pre-Annexation Agreement - Larry and
Sharon McDermott: City Manager recommend-
ing approval of a Pre-Annexation Agreement
with Larry E. and Sharon A. McDermott for Lot
6 and Lot 2-6 of paradise Heights Subdivision
No. 3 / 13384 BMR Lane. Upon motion the
documents were received and filed and Reso-
lution No. 286-16 Approving a Pre-Annexation
Agreement between the City of Dubuque, Iowa
and Larry E. and Sharon A. McDermott was
adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 286-16
APPROVING A PRE-ANNEXATION
AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA AND LARRY E. AND
SHARON A. MCDERMOTT
Whereas, Larry E. and Sharon A. McDer-
mott, the owners of the following described
property in Dubuque County, Iowa (the Proper-
ty) have submitted to the City Council of the
City of Dubuque an application for voluntary
annexation of the Property to the City of
Dubuque:
Lot 6 of Paradise Heights Subdivision No.
3 located in the SE ¼ of Section 25, T89N,
R1E (Center Twp) of the 5th P.M., Dubu-
que County, Iowa; and
Whereas, Larry E. and Sharon A. McDer-
mott, have entered into a Pre-annexation
Agreement with the City of Dubuque a copy of
which is attached hereto governing the future
annexation of the Property; and
Whereas, the Property is not subject to an
existing annexation moratorium; and
Whereas, the Property does not include
any state or railroad property; and
Whereas, Iowa Code Section 368.7 author-
izes the voluntary annexation of property in
Dubuque County, Iowa and the extension of
city limits by voluntary annexation; and
Whereas, the annexation of the Property is
consistent with the Comprehensive Plan of the
City of Dubuque, necessary for the future or-
derly growth and development of the City of
Dubuque, and will promote efficient and cost
effective extension of municipal services; and
Whereas, the City Council finds that the
annexation of the Property is in the public in-
terest.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The Pre-annexation Agreement
by and between Larry E. and Sharon A.
McDermott and the City of Dubuque is hereby
approved.
Passed, approved and adopted this 1st day
of August, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
15. Pre-Annexation Agreement - Benjamin
L. Moyer: City Manager recommending ap-
proval of a Pre-Annexation Agreement and
Covenants with Benjamin L. Moyer, property
owner of 1072 Lake Eleanor Road, which is
part of the Twin Ridge Subdivision. Upon mo-
tion the documents were received and filed
Book 146 Regular Session, August 1, 2016 324
and Resolution No. 287-16 Approving a Pre-
Annexation Agreement between the City of
Dubuque, Iowa and Benjamin L. Moyer was
adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 287-16
APPROVING A PRE-ANNEXATION
AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA AND BENJAMIN L. MO-
YER
Whereas, Benjamin L. Moyer, owner of the
following described property in Dubuque
County, Iowa (the Property) have submitted to
the City Council of the City of Dubuque an
application for voluntary annexation of the
Property to the City of Dubuque:
Lot 2 of Lot 79; Lot 2 of Lot 2 of Lot 80; Lot
2 of Lot 1 of Lot 80 Key West (original
town), located in Table Mound Township,
Dubuque County, Iowa subject to ease-
ments of record; and
Whereas, Benjamin L. Moyer has entered
into a Pre-annexation Agreement with the City
of Dubuque a copy of which is attached hereto
governing the future annexation of the Proper-
ty; and
Whereas, the Property is not subject to an
existing annexation moratorium; and
Whereas, the Property does not include
any state or railroad property; and
Whereas, Iowa Code Section 368.7 author-
izes the voluntary annexation of property in
Dubuque County, Iowa and the extension of
city limits by voluntary annexation; and
Whereas, the annexation of the Property is
consistent with the Comprehensive Plan of the
City of Dubuque, necessary for the future or-
derly growth and development of the city of
Dubuque, and will promote efficient and cost
effective extension of municipal services; and
Whereas, the City Council finds that the
annexation of the Property is in the public in-
terest.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The Pre-annexation Agreement
by and between Benjamin L. Moyer and the
City of Dubuque is hereby approved.
Passed, approved and adopted this 1st day
of August, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
16. Grand River Center Air Wall Project
Award: City Manager recommending that the
award for the Grand River Center Air Wall Pro-
ject be officially recorded in the minutes of the
City Council. Upon motion the documents
were received, filed and made a Matter of
Record.
17. Operating Engineers Collective Bar-
gaining Amendment: City Manager recom-
mending approval of an Amendment to the
Collective Bargaining Agreement with the In-
ternational Union of Operating Engineers, Lo-
cal #234, to provide for a work week that con-
sists of ten hours per day and four days per
week for full-time Public Safety Dispatchers
effective October 1, 2016 through September
30, 2017. Upon motion the documents were
received, filed and approved.
18. Sustainable Dubuque Community
Grant Recommendations: City Manager rec-
ommending approval of six projects for funding
from the Sustainable Dubuque Community
Grant Program. Upon motion the documents
were received, filed and approved.
19. University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL)
Climate Adaptation Project: City Manager rec-
ommending approval for Sustainable Commu-
nity Coordinator Cori Burbach to participate in
the University of Nebraska-Lincoln High Plains
Regional Climate Center Climate Adaptation
Project at no cost to the City of Dubuque. Up-
on motion the documents were received, filed
and approved.
20. Mediacom Communications Company:
Correspondence from Lee Grassley, Senior
Manager of Government Relations for Media-
com Communications Company, informing the
City of changes to the MCC channel line-up on
or about August 30, 2016. Upon motion the
documents were received and filed.
21. Code of Ordinances - Adoption of Sup-
plement No. 22: City Clerk recommending
adoption of Supplement No. 22 to the City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances. Upon motion
the documents were received and filed and
Resolution No. 288-16 Adopting Supplement
No. 22 to the Code of Ordinances of the City of
Dubuque, Iowa was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 288-16
ADOPTING SUPPLEMENT NO. 22 TO THE
CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA
Whereas, under date of August 17, 2009,
the City Council, pursuant to Ordinance No.
43-09, readopted the Code of Ordinances of
the City of Dubuque, Iowa in its entirety; and
Whereas, since August 17, 2009 the City
Council of the City of Dubuque, Iowa has
adopted certain ordinances amending the
Code of Ordinances and said amendments
have been printed as supplements to the Code
of Ordinances; and
Whereas, Section 380.8 of the Code of Io-
wa provides that supplements, by resolution,
become part of the Code of Ordinances.
Book 146 Regular Session, August 1, 2016 325
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That Supplement No. 22 to the
City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances, which
codifies Ordinance Nos. 2-16 through 5-16, 8-
16, 11-16, 12-16, 17-16 and 18-16 as adopted
by the City Council through May 2016, pre-
pared by the Sterling Codifiers, Inc., and filed
in the Office of the City Clerk of the City of
Dubuque, Iowa is hereby adopted and be-
comes part of the Code of Ordinances of the
City of Dubuque, Iowa.
Passed, approved and adopted this 1st day
of August, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
22. Alcohol Compliance Civil Penalty for
Alcohol License Holder – Hartig Drug Co.: City
Manager recommending approval of the Ac-
knowledgment/Settlement Agreement for an
alcohol compliance violation for Hartig Drug
Co., 2255 John F. Kennedy Road. Upon mo-
tion the documents were received, filed and
approved.
23. Alcohol License Applications: City
Manager recommending approval of annual
beer, liquor and wine licenses as submitted.
Upon motion the documents were received
and filed and Resolution No. 289-16 Approving
applications for beer, liquor, and/or wine per-
mits, as required by City of Dubuque Code of
Ordinances Title 4 Business and License Reg-
ulations, Chapter 2 Liquor Control, Article B
Liquor, Beer and Wine Licenses and Permits
was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 289-16
APPROVING APPLICATIONS FOR BEER,
LIQUOR, AND/OR WINE PERMITS, AS RE-
QUIRED BY CITY OF DUBUQUE CODE OF
ORDINANCES TITLE 4 BUSINESS AND LI-
CENSE REGULATIONS, CHAPTER 2 LIQ-
UOR CONTROL, ARTICLE B LIQUOR,
BEER AND WINE LICENSES AND PERMITS
Whereas, applications for Beer, Liquor,
and or Wine Permits have been submitted and
filed with the City Council for approval and the
same have been examined and approved; and
Whereas, the premises to be occupied by
such applicants were inspected and found to
comply with the Ordinances of the City and the
applicants have filed the proper fees and
bonds and otherwise complied with the re-
quirements of the Code of Ordinances.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The City Clerk is hereby author-
ized and directed to cause to be issued the
noted permit types to the following applicants
pending submission of the locally required
documentation:
Renewal
Corner Grill, 1689 Elm St., Special Class C
Liquor (Outdoor)
Hy-Vee #1 Market Café, 3500 Dodge St.,
Class C Liquor (Sunday)
Kwik Stop Food Mart, 2255 Kerper Blvd.,
Class C Beer, Class B Native Wine (Sun-
day)
Super Stop III, 1101 Rhomberg Ave., Class E
Liquor, Class B Wine, Class C Beer (Sun-
day)
Texas Roadhouse, 845 Wacker Dr., Class C
Liquor (Catering) (Outdoor) (Sunday)
West Dubuque Tap, 1701 Asbury Rd., Class C
Liquor (Sunday)
Special Event
Douglas Doyle, 600 Star Brewery Dr., Class C
Liquor (Outdoor) (Sunday)
Phil Gothard, 600 Star Brewery Dr., Class C
Liquor (Outdoor)
Summer's Last Blast, Town Clock Plaza, Class
B Beer, Class B Native Wine (Outdoor)
Adding A Privilege
Inspire Cafe, 955 Washington St., Adding Out-
door
New
7 Hills Brewing Company, 250 E 11th St.,
Class C Liquor (Brew Pub) (High Proof
Brew Pub) (Outdoor) (Sunday)
Freddy's, 385 E 13th St., Class C Liquor (Sun-
day)
Kariden Wine Company, 472 Central Ave.,
Class B Wine (Living Qtrs.)
The lift Dbq, 180 Main St., Class C Liquor
(Sunday)
Passed, approved and adopted this 1st day
of August, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
ITEMS SET FOR PUBLIC HEARING
Motion by Lynch to receive and file the
documents, adopt the resolutions, set the pub-
lic hearings as indicated, and direct the City
Clerk to publish notice as prescribed by law.
Seconded by Del Toro. Motion carried 7-0.
The City Clerk stated that a resolution had
been added to item #2.
1. Heritage Trail Head Parking Lot Project:
City Manager recommending initiation of the
public bidding procedure for the Heritage Trail
Head Parking Lot Project, and further recom-
mends that a public hearing be set for August
15, 2016. Upon motion the documents were
received and filed and Resolution No. 290-16
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 or-
Book 146 Regular Session, August 1, 2016 326
dering the advertisement for bids was adopted
setting a public hearing for a meeting to com-
mence at 6:00 p.m. on August 15, 2016 in the
Historic Federal Building.
RESOLUTION NO. 290-16
HERITAGE TRAIL HEAD PARKING LOT
PROJECT
PRELIMINARY APPROVAL OF PLANS,
SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT,
AND ESTIMATED COST; SETTING DATE
OF PUBLIC HEARING ON PLANS, SPECI-
FICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND
ESTIMATED COST; AND ORDERING THE
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
The proposed plans, specifications, form of
contract and estimated cost for the Heritage
Trail Head Parking Lot Project in the estimated
amount $84,946.02, are hereby preliminarily
approved and ordered filed in the office of the
City Clerk for public inspection.
A public hearing will be held on the 15th
day of August, 2016, at 6:00 p.m. in the Histor-
ic Federal Building Council Chambers (second
floor) 350 W. 6th Street, Dubuque, Iowa at
which time interested persons may appear and
be heard for or against the proposed plans and
specifications, form of contract and estimated
cost of said Project, and the City Clerk be and
is hereby directed to cause the attached notice
of the time and place of such hearing to be
published in a newspaper having general cir-
culation in the City of Dubuque, Iowa which
notice shall be published not less than four
days nor more than twenty days prior to the
date of such hearing. At the hearing, any inter-
ested person may appear and file objections to
the proposed plans, specifications, form of
contract, or estimated cost of the Project.
The Heritage Trail Head Parking Lot Pro-
ject is hereby ordered to be advertised for bids
for construction.
The amount of the security to accompany
each bid shall be in an amount which shall
conform to the provisions of the Notice to Bid-
ders hereby approved.
The City Clerk is hereby directed to adver-
tise for bids for the construction of the im-
provements herein provided, by publishing the
attached Notice to Bidders to be published in
the Master Builders of Iowa Plan Room, The
Construction Update Network and posted on
the City of Dubuque website at
www.cityofdubuque.org/bids. Publication will
occur not less than thirteen but not more than
forty-five days before the date for filing bids
before 2:00 p.m. on the 8th day of September,
2016. Bids shall be opened and read by the
City Clerk at said time and will be submitted to
the City Council for final action at 6:00 p.m. on
the 19th day of September, 2016, in the Histor-
ic Federal Building Council Chambers (second
floor), 350 West 6th Street, Dubuque, Iowa.
Passed, approved and adopted this 1st day
of August, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
2. BioResource Development, LLC - Lease
at Water & Resource Recovery Center: City
Manager recommending a public hearing be
set for August 15, 2016, on the Lease between
the City of Dubuque and BRD Three, LLC at
the Water and Resource Recovery Center.
The night of the public hearing, the City Coun-
cil will also be considering the Development
and Operating Agreement. Upon motion the
documents were received and filed and Reso-
lution No. 291-16 Resolution of Intent to dis-
pose of an interest in the City of Dubuque-
owned property by lease between the City of
Dubuque and BRD Three, LLC was adopted
setting a public hearing for a meeting to com-
mence at 6:00 p.m. on August 15, 2016 in the
Historic Federal Building.
RESOLUTION NO. 291-16
INTENT TO DISPOSE OF AN INTEREST IN
CITY OF DUBUQUE OWNED PROPERTY
BY LEASE BETWEEN THE CITY OF DUBU-
QUE AND BRD THREE, LLC
Whereas, the City of Dubuque (City) is the
owner of the Dubuque Water and Resource
Recovery Center (WRRC) located in Dubuque,
Iowa (the WRRC Property) legally described
as:
Part of Lot 1 of 1 of the NE NW, and Lot 1
of 2 of 1 of the NW NE and Lot 2 of 1 of the
NE NW all in Section 6 Township 88N
Range 3E of the 5th P.M., in Dubuque
County, Iowa according to the recorded
plats thereof
and that certain portion of the WRRC
Property shown on Exhibit A attached
hereto and incorporated by reference here-
in (the Site); and
Whereas, City is the owner of the gas
management system located at the WRRC
Property (WRRC Gas Management System,
and together with the Site, are collectively re-
ferred to as the Premises); and
Whereas, City desires to lease the Premis-
es to BRD Three, LLC (BRD), and BRD de-
sires to lease the Premises from City, pursuant
to the Water and Resource Recover Center
Lease attached hereto (the Lease) for the pur-
poses of utilizing the WRRC Gas Management
System and constructing, maintaining and
operating a gas utilization system to process
digester gas from the WRRC into natural gas
and distribute such gas for environmentally
beneficial uses (the BRD Gas System), subject
to and in accordance with the provisions of this
Book 146 Regular Session, August 1, 2016 327
Lease and that certain Water and Resource
Recovery Center Gas System Development
and Operating Agreement to be executed by
the parties in connection with the Lease (the
Development and Operating Agreement); and
Whereas, the City Council has tentatively
determined that it would be in the best inter-
ests of the City to enter into the Lease; and
Whereas, the City Council has determined
that the proposed Lease should be set for pub-
lic hearing.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The City of Dubuque intends to
dispose of its interest in the Premises by
Lease with BRD THREE, LLC, a copy of which
Lease is now on file with the City Clerk, City
Hall, 13th and Central, Dubuque, Iowa.
Section 2. That the City Clerk is hereby au-
thorized and directed to cause this Resolution
and a notice to be published as prescribed by
Iowa Code Section 364.7 of a public hearing
on the City’s intent to dispose of the Property
to be held on the 15th day of August, 2016, at
6:00 o’clock p.m. at the Historic Federal Build-
ing, 350 West 6th Street, Dubuque, Iowa.
Passed, approved and adopted this 1st
day of August, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
BOARDS/COMMISSIONS
Applicants were invited to address the City
Council regarding their appointment to the
following Boards/Commissions.
1. Housing Commission (Review): Three,
3-year terms through August 17, 2019 (Expir-
ing Terms of Heimke, Schwendinger, Wall).
Applicants: Wesley Heimke, 2350 Knob Hill
Dr.; Dorothy Schwendinger, 3390 Windsor
Ave.; David Wall, 333 W. 17th St. Mr. Wall
spoke in support of his re-appointment.
2. Mechanical and Plumbing Code Board
(Review): One, 3-year term through March 16,
2019 (Expired term of Papin). Applicant: Paul
Papin, 2955 Jackson St. Mr. Papin spoke in
support of his appointment
Appointments were made to the following
Boards/Commission.
3. Human Rights Commission (Appoint-
ment): One, 3-year term through January 1,
2019 (Vacant term of Jones). Applicant: Kate
Parks, 486 Clarke Dr. Motion by Connors to
appoint Ms. Parks to a 3-year term through
January 1, 2019. Seconded by Jones. Motion
carried 7-0.
4. Investment Oversight Advisory Commis-
sion: One, 3-year term through July 1, 2019
(Expiring term of Ruden). Applicant: Gary Ru-
den, PO Box 835. Motion by Lynch to appoint
Mr. Ruden to a 3-year term through July 1,
2019. Seconded by Del Toro. Motion carried 7-
0.
5. Zoning Advisory Commission: One, 3-
year term through July 1, 2018 (Vacant term of
Dietzel); and one, 3-year term through July 1,
2019 (Expiring Term of Norton). Applicants:
Patrick Norton, 920 Valentine Dr.; and Rich
Russell, 2045 Embassy West Dr. Motion by
Jones to appoint Mr. Russel to a 3-year term
through July 1, 2018 and Mr. Norton to a 3-
year term through July 1, 2019. Seconded by
Resnick. Motion carried 7-0.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. Sale of Property - Lot 1-16 and Lot 2-16
in Linhein Subdivision (Behind 850 Mt. Carmel
Road): Proof of publication on notice of public
hearing to consider approval of the sale of city-
owned property legally described as Lot 1-16
and Lot 2-16 in Linhein Subdivision to Scott
and Sandra Cairns and the City Manager rec-
ommending approval. Motion by Connors to
receive and file the documents and adopt
Resolution No. 292-16 Disposing of an interest
in real property by Deed to R. Scott Cairns and
Sandra K. Cairns. Seconded by Jones. Motion
carried 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 292-16
DISPOSING OF AN INTEREST IN REAL
PROPERTY BY DEED TO R. SCOTT
CAIRNS AND SANDRA K. CAIRNS
Whereas, the City of Dubuque, Iowa (City)
is the owner of the following real property (the
Property):
Lot 1-16 and Lot 2-16 in Linhein Subdivi-
sion, in the City of Dubuque, Iowa; and
Whereas, City and R. Scott Cairns and
Sandra K. Cairns have entered into an Agree-
ment pursuant to which City will convey the
Property to R. Scott Cairns and Sandra K.
Cairns; and
Whereas, on August 1, 2016, the City
Council pursuant to notice published as re-
quired by law held a public hearing on its intent
to dispose of the foregoing interest in the
Property and overruled all objections thereto;
and
Whereas, the City Council finds that it is in
the best interest of the City to approve the
disposition of the Property.
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 execute a Quit Claim Deed
disposing of all of the City's right, title and in-
Book 146 Regular Session, August 1, 2016 328
terest in the Property to R. Scott Cairns and
Sandra K. Cairns.
Section 2. The City Attorney is authorized
to take such further action as is necessary to
finalize the sale of the Property.
Passed, approved and adopted this 1st day
of August, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
2. 210 Jones Street - Urban Revitalization
Plan: Proof of publication on notice of public
hearing to consider adoption of an Urban Revi-
talization Plan for the 210 Jones Street Urban
Revitalization Area and the City Manager rec-
ommending approval. Motion by Lynch to re-
ceive and file the documents and adopt Reso-
lution No. 293-16 Approving the Adoption of an
Urban Revitalization Plan for the 210 Jones
Street Urban Revitalization Area. Seconded by
Del Toro. Motion carried 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 293-16
APPROVING THE ADOPTION OF AN UR-
BAN REVITALIZATION PLAN FOR THE 210
JONES STREET URBAN REVITALIZATION
AREA
Whereas, the City Council of the City of
Dubuque (the City), Iowa on June 6, 2016,
approved Resolution No. 231-16, a resolution
of necessity finding that the revitalization and
redevelopment of the area in the City of Dubu-
que, Iowa known as the 210 Jones Street Ur-
ban Revitalization Area is necessary in the
interest of the welfare of the residents of the
City, and that the property included therein
meets the criteria for an Urban Revitalization
Area as defined in Section 404.1 of the Code
of Iowa 2015 (the Act); and
Whereas, on June 20, 2016 the City Coun-
cil received and filed a proposed Urban Revi-
talization Plan (the Plan) for the 210 Jones
Street Urban Revitalization Area and set the
date of a public hearing on the same; and
Whereas, the City Clerk has duly published
the notice of public hearing and gave the no-
tice to the property owners by ordinary mail at
least thirty days prior to the public hearing; and
Whereas, the City Council has held the re-
quired public hearing, and will schedule a sec-
ond public hearing if it receives a valid petition
requesting said public hearing within thirty
days after the public hearing held on August 1,
2016.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That all objections received, if
any, at the public hearing referred to in the
preamble above are found to be without suffi-
cient merit to warrant amending the proposed
Urban Revitalization Plan.
Section 2. That the proposed Urban Revi-
talization Plan for the 210 Jones Street Urban
Revitalization Area described therein is hereby
approved, and that it is the intention of this
Council to designate such area by ordinance
as a revitalization area under the Act.
Passed and approved this 1st day of Au-
gust, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
3. Annexation - Dubuque Industrial Center
West: Proof of publication on notice of public
hearing to consider approval of a 100% volun-
tary annexation request filed by the City Man-
ager for approximately 21.14 acres of newly
acquired land near the Dubuque Industrial
Center West north of Humke Road and west of
Seippel Road to facilitate a lease with Alliant
Energy for a new solar energy site. Motion by
Jones to receive and file the documents and
adopt Resolution No. 294-16 Approving an
application for voluntary annexation of territory
to the City of Dubuque, Iowa. Seconded by
Connors. Motion carried 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 294-16
APPROVING AN APPLICATION FOR VOL-
UNTARY ANNEXATION OF TERRITORY TO
THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
Whereas, the City Council of Dubuque has
received a written application from the City
Manager for the voluntary annexation of ap-
proximately 21.14 acres of property west of
Seippel Road and north of Humke Road
owned by the City of Dubuque for lease to
Alliant Energy and consisting of the Northern
Portion of Lot 2 in “W.A. Norman Place" in
Section 25, Center Township, Dubuque Coun-
ty, Iowa according to the plat thereof, as
shown on Exhibits A and B and legally de-
scribed in Exhibit C; and
Whereas, the annexation territory is not
subject to an existing annexation moratorium
agreement; and
Whereas, the annexation territory adjoins
the City of Dubuque corporate limits for at
least 50 feet; and
Whereas, the annexation territory does not
abut or include Dubuque County right-of-way;
and
Whereas, the annexation territory does not
include State of Iowa Dubuque County, or rail-
road property; and
Whereas, Chapter 368 of the Iowa Code
authorizes the extension of City limits in situa-
tions of this character by adoption of a resolu-
tion after notification and public hearing; and
Whereas, this annexation is consistent with
the City’s Comprehensive Plan; and
Whereas, the City of Dubuque has the ca-
pacity to provide substantial municipal services
to the annexation territory; and
Book 146 Regular Session, August 1, 2016 329
Whereas, the annexation is in the public in-
terest.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the application for the vol-
untary annexation of approximately 21.14
acres of property west of Seippel Road and
north of Humke Road owned by the City of
Dubuque, said territory lying outside of the
corporate limits of the City of Dubuque, Iowa
as shown on Exhibit A and Exhibit B and legal-
ly described in Exhibit C, is hereby approved
for annexation to the City of Dubuque.
Section 2. That, subject to the approval of
the City Development Board, the corporate
limits of the City of Dubuque be and they
hereby are extended to include the approxi-
mately 21.14 acres of annexation territory as
shown on Exhibit A and Exhibit B.
Section 3. That the City Council does
hereby certify that the City of Dubuque has
complied with the notice and hearing require-
ments of the Iowa Code pertaining to 100%
voluntary annexation of territory within the ur-
banized area of another city.
Section 4. That if the City Development
Board approves this annexation, the territory
hereby annexed shall become a part of Ward
One of the City of Dubuque.
Section 5. That the City Clerk shall file this
resolution, all exhibits and the applications for
voluntary annexation with the City Develop-
ment Board of the State of Iowa in accordance
with the provisions of Chapter 368 of the Iowa
Code.
Passed, approved and adopted this 1st
day of August, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
4. Grandview Avenue and Loras Boulevard
/ Grandview Avenue and University Avenue
Intersection Improvements Project: Proof of
publication on notice of public hearing to con-
sider approval of plans, specifications, form of
contract, and estimated cost for the Grandview
Avenue and Loras Boulevard and the
Grandview Avenue and University Avenue
Intersection Improvements Project and the City
Manager recommending approval. Motion by
Lynch to receive and file the documents and
adopt Resolution No. 295-16 Approval of
plans, specifications, form of contract, and
estimated cost for the Grandview Avenue and
Loras Boulevard and Grandview Avenue and
University Avenue Intersection Improvement
Project. Responding to questions from the City
Council, City Manager Van Milligen and City
Engineer Gus Psihoyos provided information
about how traffic flow will be handled at these
intersections during peak traffic hours as im-
pacted by the opening of the nearby rounda-
bout adding an explanation of the types of
grant funds that are used for site-specific pro-
jects and re-distributed for projects that are
not. Seconded by Connors. Motion carried 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 295-16
APPROVAL OF PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS,
FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATED
COST FOR THE GRANDVIEW AVENUE &
LORAS BOULEVARD AND GRANDVIEW
AVENUE & UNIVERSITY AVENUE INTER-
SECTION IMPROVEMENT PROJECT
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
That the proposed plans, specifications,
form of contract and estimated cost for the
Grandview Avenue & Loras Boulevard and
Grandview Avenue & University Avenue Inter-
section Improvement Project, in the estimated
amount $589,424.92, are hereby approved.
Passed, approved and adopted this 1st day
of August, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
PUBLIC INPUT
Jacob Long, 4604 Cardinal Drive, referenc-
ing a recent article in the Telegraph Herald
newspaper, expressed his opinion about his
fear of public censorship and Council criticism
adding that the change to an earlier start time
for City Council meetings is unfair to newly-
elected officials.
AmeriCorps National Civilian Community
Corps members Rebecca and Brenan, 350 E.
3rd St. (The William M. Black), addressed the
City Council about the ANCC’s mission of ser-
vice and their current project of restoring the
shorelines of the Ice Harbor wetlands. They
requested information be distributed to local,
like-minded organizations and volunteers in-
terested in independent service projects of any
size. The speakers provided an informational
brochure to the City Clerk for distribution.
ACTION ITEMS
1. Smarter Travel Update Presentation:
East Central Intergovernmental Association
(ECIA) Director Chandra Ravada, ECIA
Grants/Development Coordinator Marla Quinn,
and Jule Transit Director Candace Eudaley
provided a presentation on the Year 1 Update
for the IBM Smarter Travel Project. Topics
included: History of travel in Dubuque 1980’s
to 2010; Impact of Jule Transit route changes;
process to improve Jule Transit; project de-
scription; proposed analytics/optimization pro-
cess; project sample size and volunteer re-
quirements; travel diary; mobile application;
data analytics; corridor speed and travel time;
Book 146 Regular Session, August 1, 2016 330
bus route optimization approach; role of Jule
staff. Motion by Lynch to receive and file the
information. Seconded by Connors. Motion
carried 7-0.
2. Comprehensive Plan - Draft Communi-
cations Engagement Plan: City Manager rec-
ommending approval of the Communications-
Engagement Plan for the 2017 City of Dubu-
que Comprehensive Plan. Motion by Connors
to receive and file the documents and approve
the recommendation. Seconded by Del Toro.
Planning Services Manager Laura Carstens
provided a presentation on the draft plan. Top-
ics included a definition of a comprehensive
plan; why a comprehensive plan is important
to residents; description of the Long Range
Planning Advisory Commission; 2017 plan
framework, community engagement process,
tools and events; working groups; communica-
tion partners; and the 2016-2017 schedule.
Ms. Carstens responded to questions from the
City Council regarding the use of the STAR
Community goal areas as a measurement tool
in addition to other activities. Motion carried 7-
0.
3. Bee Branch Watershed Flood Mitigation
Project Update: Civil Engineer Deron Muehring
made a presentation to the City Council that
provided an update on the various phases of
the Bee Branch Watershed Flood Mitigation
Project. Topics included a review of the status
of several infrastructure improvement projects;
monitoring/maintenance of the W. 32nd St.
Detention Basin, Lower Bee Branch Creek
Restoration Project, overlook structure, floating
island and the flood gate replacement; Upper
Bee Branch Creek Restoration construction
status and current functionality; recent flooding
activity at 22nd St./Kaufmann Ave. and 17th
St./W. Locust St. and respective future im-
provements; status of Bee Branch railroad
culverts; and an update on the impervious
surface reduction projects (Green Alley’s). Fire
Chief Rick Steines reported on the impact
flood mitigation has already had on the Fire
Department’s activities during recent rain
events. Motion by Connors to receive and file
the documents. Seconded by Del Toro. Motion
carried 7-0.
4. Code of Ordinances Amendment - Title
2 Board of Library Trustees: City Manager
recommending approval of an ordinance which
adds a new Title 2, Chapter 7 which establish-
es the Board of Library Trustees and provides
for the powers, operation, membership and
meetings. 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 Connors. City Man-
ager Van Milligen and City Attorney Barry Lin-
dahl responded to questions from the City
Council regarding State mandates that govern
libraries, city funding and that the annual ap-
pointment of officers doesn’t preclude an of-
ficer from being appointed to terms. Motion
carried 7-0.
Motion by Jones for final consideration and
passage of Ordinance No. 37-16 Amending
City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances Title 2
Boards and Commissions by Repealing Chap-
ter 7 Board of Library Trustees and adopting a
new Chapter 7 Board of Library Trustees in
lieu thereof establishing the Board of Library
Trustees and Providing for the Powers, Opera-
tion, Membership, and Meetings. Seconded by
Lynch. Motion carried 7-0.
OFFICIAL PUBLICATION
ORDINANCE NO. 37-16
AMENDING CITY OF DUBUQUE CODE OF
ORDINANCES TITLE 2 BOARDS AND
COMMISSIONS BY REPEALING CHAPTER
7 BOARD OF LIBRARY TRUSTEES AND
ADOPTING A NEW CHAPTER 7 BOARD OF
LIBRARY TRUSTEES IN LIEU THEREOF
ESTABLISHING THE BOARD OF LIBRARY
TRUSTEES AND PROVIDING FOR THE
POWERS, OPERATION, MEMBERSHIP,
AND MEETINGS
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. Title 2, Chapter 7 of the City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances is hereby re-
leased and the following adopted in lieu there-
of:
Chapter 7
BOARD OF LIBRARY TRUSTEES
2-7-1: Board Created: There is hereby cre-
ated the Board of Library Trustees.
2-7-2: Purpose: The purpose of the board
is to control and direct the Carnegie-Stout
Public Library.
2-7-3: Internal Organization and Rules:
The board may adopt rules and regulations to
govern its organizational procedures as out-
lined in the Board of Trustees by-laws, which
are not in conflict with this Code of Ordinances
or the Iowa Code.
2-7-4: Procedures for Operation: Except
where the board’s operations are governed by
the Iowa Code, the board may adopt policies
to govern its operation.
2-7-5: Membership:
A. The board comprises seven (7) resi-
dents of the city, appointed by the mayor
with the concurrence of the city council.
B. Residents must be eighteen (18)
years of age or older.
C. Membership on the board must
comply with the provisions of Iowa Code
Book 146 Regular Session, August 1, 2016 331
§69.16A, relating to gender balance. No
person can be appointed or reappointed to
the board if that appointment or reappoint-
ment would cause the number of members
of one gender to be greater than one-half
(½) of the membership of the board plus
one (1). If the city has made a good faith
effort to appoint a qualified person to fill a
vacancy on the board for a period of three
(3) months but has been unable to make a
compliant appointment, the city must utilize
a fair and unbiased method of selecting the
best qualified applicants.
2-7-6: Oath: Each person, upon appoint-
ment or reappointment to the board, must exe-
cute an oath of office at the first meeting of the
board following the appointment or reappoint-
ment or at the city clerk’s office any time prior
to the first meeting of the board.
2-7-7: Terms: The term of office for mem-
bers of the board is four (4) years or until such
member’s successor is appointed and quali-
fied.
2-7-8: Vacancies: Vacancies must be filled
in the same manner as original appointments.
2-7-9: Officers/Organization: The board
must choose annually a chairperson and vice-
chairperson, each to serve a term of one (1)
year. The chairperson must appoint a secre-
tary. The board must fill a vacancy among its
officers for the remainder of the officer’s unex-
pired term.
2-7-10: Meetings:
A. Regular Meetings. The board must
meet not less than what is required by the
State Library of Iowa standards for accredi-
tation.
B. Special Meetings. Special meetings
may be called by the chairperson or at the
written request of a majority of the mem-
bers.
C. Open Meetings. All meetings must
be called and held in conformance with the
Iowa Open Meetings Law.
D. Attendance.
1. The board must declare the of-
fice of a trustee vacant when the trus-
tee is removed from the library board or
the unexcused absence from six (6)
consecutive regular meetings.
2. Attendance must be entered up-
on the minutes of all meetings.
E. Minutes. A copy of the minutes of all
regular and special meetings of the board
must be filed with the city clerk within ten
(10) working days after approval.
F. Quorum. Four (4) members of the
board constitute a quorum for the transac-
tion of business. The affirmative vote of a
majority of the members present and vot-
ing is necessary for the adoption of any
motion or resolution.
2-7-11: Compensation: Members serve
without compensation, provided that they may
receive reimbursement for necessary travel
and other expenses while on official board
business within the limits established in the
city administrative policies and budget.
2-7-12: Removal: The mayor may remove
any member for cause upon written charges
and after a public hearing.
2-7-13: Powers: The board has the follow-
ing powers, duties, and responsibilities:
A. To have charge, control, and super-
vision of the public library, its appurte-
nances and fixtures, and rooms containing
the same, directing and controlling all the
affairs of such library;
B. To employ a librarian, such assis-
tants, and employees as may be neces-
sary for the proper management of said li-
brary, and fix their compensation; but, prior
to such employment, the compensation of
such librarian, assistants, and employees
shall be fixed for the term of employment
by a majority of the members of said board
voting in favor thereof;
C. To remove such librarian, assistants,
or employees by a vote of two-thirds (2/3)
of such board for good cause;
D. To select and make purchases of
print and non-print materials for the collec-
tion, furniture, fixtures, stationery, and sup-
plies for such library;
E. To authorize the use of such library
by non-residents of the city and to fix
charges therefor;
F. To make, adopt, amend, modify, or
repeal bylaws, rules, and regulations not
inconsistent with law, for the care, use,
government, and management of such li-
brary and the business of said board, fixing
and enforcing penalties for the violation
thereof;
G. To have exclusive control of the ex-
penditures of all taxes levied for library
purposes as provided by law, and of the
expenditure of all monies available by gift
or otherwise, for the erection of library
buildings and of all other monies belonging
to the library fund; and,
H. To contract with the trustees of the
township or the Dubuque County Board of
Supervisors or of adjacent townships or
counties, or with the trustees or governing
bodies of neighboring towns or cities not
having library facilities for the public, to
loan the books of said library, either singly
or in groups, upon such terms as may be
agreed upon in such contract.
2-7-14: CHARGE OF BUILDING, DONA-
TIONS: The board has charge and control of
the Carnegie-Stout Public Library building and
all gifts and donations to the city for library
Book 146 Regular Session, August 1, 2016 332
purposes, and sees that the same are properly
preserved for public use.
2-7-15: ANNUAL REPORTS: The board
must each year make a report to the city coun-
cil for the year ending December 31, giving a
statement of the condition of the library, the
number of books added thereto, the number
circulated, the number not returned or lost, the
amount of fines collected, and the amount of
money expended in the maintenance thereof
during such year, together with such other
information as may deemed important.
Section 2. Nothing herein effects the term
of any person serving as a member of the
board as of the effective date of this Ordi-
nance.
Section 3. This Ordinance takes effect up-
on publication.
Passed, approved, and adopted the 1st day
of August, 2016.
/s/Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: /s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Published officially in the Telegraph Herald
newspaper on the 5th day of August, 2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
5. Code of Ordinances Amendment - Title
9 Use of Crosswalks: City Manager recom-
mending approval of an amendment to the City
of Dubuque Code of Ordinance governing
crossing roadways. Motion by Connors to re-
ceive and file the documents and that the re-
quirement that a proposed ordinance be con-
sidered and voted on for passage at two
Council meetings prior to the meeting at which
it is to be passed be suspended. Seconded by
Lynch. In response to questions from the City
Council, Assistant City Attorney Maureen
Quann explained that this amendment arose
from discussions about the new roundabout at
Grandview Avenue and Delhi Street, and she
offered information about the requirements for
pedestrians crossing at marked and unmarked
crosswalks and the impact on drivers. Motion
carried 7-0.
Motion by Connors for final consideration
and passage of Ordinance No. 38-16 Amend-
ing City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances Title
9 Motor Vehicles and Traffic, Chapter 8 Pe-
destrians’ Rights and Duties by repealing Sec-
tion 9-8-321.328 Crossing at Other than
Crosswalk and Section 9-8-321.330 Use of
Crosswalks; and by enacting a new Section 9-
8-321.328 Use of Crosswalks Providing for the
Procedure for Using Crosswalks in the City.
Seconded by Rios. Motion carried 7-0.
OFFICIAL PUBLICATION
ORDINANCE NO. 38-16
AMENDING CITY OF DUBUQUE CODE OF
ORDINANCES TITLE 9 MOTOR VEHICLES
AND TRAFFIC, CHAPTER 8 PEDESTRIANS’
RIGHTS AND DUTIES BY REPEALING
SECTION 9-8-321.328 CROSSING AT OTH-
ER THAN CROSSWALK AND SECTION 9-8-
321.330 USE OF CROSSWALKS; AND BY
ENACTING A NEW SECTION 9-8-321.328
USE OF CROSSWALKS PROVIDING FOR
THE PROCEDURE FOR USING CROSS-
WALKS IN THE CITY
Section 1. Section 9-8-321.328 of the City
of Dubuque Code of Ordinances is amended
to read as follows:
9-8-321.328: USE OF CROSSWALKS:
A. Within 200 feet of any marked
crosswalk in the city of Dubuque, pedestri-
ans must use the marked crosswalk to
cross the roadway.
B. Pedestrians shall move, whenever
practicable, upon the right half of cross-
walks.
C. Every pedestrian crossing a street at
any point more than 200 feet from a
marked crosswalk or within an unmarked
crosswalk at an intersection shall yield the
right of way to all vehicles upon the road-
way.
Section 2. Section 9-8-321.330 of the City
of Dubuque Code of Ordinances is amended
to read as follows:
9-8-321.330: RESERVED:
Section 3. This Ordinance takes effect on
publication.
Passed, approved, and adopted the 1st day
of August, 2016.
/s/Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: /s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Published officially in the Telegraph Herald
newspaper on the 5th day of August, 2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
6. Code of Ordinances Amendment - Title
14 East-West Corridor Moratorium Extension:
City Manager recommending approval of a
three-year extension to the moratorium for
construction, rezoning, subdivision review, and
site plan approval in the East-West Corridor
Study Area. Motion by Lynch 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 Connors. Motion
carried 7-0.
Motion by Lynch for final consideration and
passage of Ordinance No. 39-16 Amending
City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances Title 14
Building and Development, Chapter 2 Building
Construction, Demolition and Moving, Section
14-2-4 Moratorium for Construction or Other
Work on Certain Streets, Areas, or Facilities by
extending the Moratorium. Seconded by Con-
nors. Motion carried 7-0.
Book 146 Regular Session, August 1, 2016 333
OFFICIAL PUBLICATION
ORDINANCE NO. 39-16
AMENDING CITY OF DUBUQUE CODE OF
ORDINANCES TITLE 14 BUILDING AND
DEVELOPMENT, CHAPTER 2 BUILDING
CONSTRUCTION, DEMOLITION AND MOV-
ING, SECTION 14-2-4 MORATORIUM FOR
CONSTRUCTION OR OTHER WORK ON
CERTAIN STREETS, AREAS, OR FACILI-
TIES BY EXTENDING THE MORATORIUM
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. City of Dubuque Code of Ordi-
nances Section 14-2-4 is amended to read as
follows:
Section 14-2-4: Moratorium for Construc-
tion or Other Work on Certain Streets, Areas
or Facilities:
B. East-West Corridor Study Area: The
city manager may not issue any permit for
any new construction or substantial en-
largement, alteration, repair or remodeling
of any structure, building, or sign in the
east-west corridor study area as shown on
the map on file in the office of the city clerk,
but not to include demolition or emergency
repairs without the approval of the city
council, from the effective date hereof to
August 20, 2019, except where a vested
right to the issuance of such permit ac-
crued prior to the effective date hereof.
Section 2. This ordinance shall take effect
upon publication
Passed, approved, and adopted the 1st day
of August, 2016.
/s/Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: /s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Published officially in the Telegraph Herald
newspaper on the 5th day of August, 2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
7. Supplemental Agreement Between the
City of Dubuque, City of Sageville and Dubu-
que County: City Manager recommending ap-
proval of a resolution authorizing the Mayor to
execute a Supplemental Agreement between
the City of Dubuque, the City of Sageville, and
Dubuque County which will allow for the trans-
fer of jurisdiction for the roadway segment of
the Northwest Arterial (U.S. Highway 52/U.S.
Highway 3). Motion by Lynch to receive and
file the documents and adopt Resolution No.
296-16 Approving a Supplemental Agreement
between the City of Sageville, Iowa the City of
Dubuque, Iowa and Dubuque County, Iowa.
Seconded by Connors. Responding to ques-
tions from the City Council, City Manager Van
Milligen explained that the agreement is still
contingent upon approval of the Transfer of
Jurisdiction and that while there is no funding
involved with this agreement, the City will still
have maintenance responsibilities. Motion
carried 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 296-16
APPROVING A SUPPLEMENTAL AGREE-
MENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF SAGE-
VILLE, IOWA THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IO-
WA AND DUBUQUE COUNTY, IOWA
Whereas, the Dubuque City Council, the
Dubuque County Board of Supervisors, the
Dubuque Metropolitan Area Transportation
Study (DMATS), the Dubuque Area Chamber
of Commerce and the Greater Dubuque De-
velopment Corporation have all identified the
completion of the Southwest Arterial Project as
the No. 1 surface transportation priority in the
Dubuque area; and
Whereas, the City and Iowa Department of
Transportation (Iowa DOT) desire to maintain
and increase transportation infrastructure while
improving safety for the motorist within the City
of Dubuque and Dubuque County and
acknowledge the mutual benefit to partner on
the Southwest Arterial Project; and
Whereas, the City and the Iowa DOT exe-
cuted a Memorandum of Understanding
(MOU) for the completion of the Southwest
Arterial project; and
Whereas, the Iowa DOT and City, in joint
cooperation propose to Transfer the Jurisdic-
tion of the Southwest Arterial from the City to
the State of Iowa in exchange for the Transfer
of Jurisdiction of the Northwest Arterial (Iowa
32), and portions of existing U.S. 52/Iowa 3
from the Iowa 32/John Deere Road intersec-
tion to the intersection of U.S. 61 in downtown
Dubuque, from the State to the City, after the
Southwest Arterial is completed and open to
traffic; and
Whereas the City of Sageville, Iowa the
City of Dubuque, Iowa and Dubuque County,
Iowa entered into an Agreement in 1989 (the
1989 Agreement) regarding construction of the
Phase IV of the Northwest Arterial Project from
John F. Kennedy Road to U.S. Highway
52/U.S. Highway 3; and
Whereas, the Agreement provides that the
City of Dubuque and Dubuque County have
agreed to indemnify and hold the City of Sage-
ville harmless with respect to Phase IV of the
Northwest Arterial Project; and
Whereas, the City of Dubuque and Dubu-
que County have requested the City of Sage-
ville accept and execute an Iowa Department
of Transportation (the Iowa DOT) Agreement
for Transfer of Road Jurisdiction (the TOJ
Agreement); and
Whereas, the City of Sageville has agreed
to accept and executed the TOJ Agreement,
provided the City of Dubuque and Dubuque
County confirm the indemnification and hold
Book 146 Regular Session, August 1, 2016 334
harmless obligations as set forth in the original
1989 Agreement.
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS AGREED BY
AND BETWEEN THE PARTIES AS FOL-
LOWS:
Section 1. City of Dubuque, the City of
Sageville, and Dubuque County hereby agree
to partner on the Southwest Arterial Project.
Section 2. The City of Dubuque hereby
confirms the indemnification and hold harm-
less obligations as set forth in the original 1989
Agreement.
Section 3. The Mayor is hereby authorized
to execute the Supplemental Agreement be-
tween the City of Dubuque, the City of Sage-
ville, and Dubuque County which will allow for
the transfer of jurisdiction for the roadway
segment of the Northwest Arterial (U.S. High-
way 52/U.S. Highway 3) located within the City
of Sageville corporate limits, transferring from
the Iowa Department of Transportation (Iowa
DOT) to the City of Sageville, subject to ap-
proval of the final version of the TOJ Agree-
ment by the City Manager and execution of the
TOJ Agreement by the City of Sageville.
Passed, approved and adopted this 1st day
of August, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
8. Compensation Plan for City Attorney's
Office Reorganization: City Attorney recom-
mending approval of the proposed compensa-
tion plan for the reorganization of the City At-
torney’s Office scheduled to take place Octo-
ber 1, 2016. Motion by Lynch to receive and
file the documents and approve the recom-
mendation. Seconded by Connors. Council
Member Del Toro expressed his concern over
the increase in wages for the assistant city
attorney position and the impact it may have
on future hiring in the department. The remain-
ing Council Members believed it to be a well-
thought out transitional plan consistent with the
City’s wage schedule that provided continuity
of service without adding additional expenses.
Motion carried 6-1 with Del Toro voting nay.
9. Twenty-Fourth Amendment to City Man-
ager Employment Agreement: Submittal of the
Twenty-Fourth Amendment to City Manager
Employment for approval. Motion by Jones to
receive and file the documents and approve
the Amendment. Seconded by Connors.
Council Member Del Toro expressed his con-
cern with what he believes is a higher-than-
average cost per capita related to the City
Manager’s salary, the “creeping up” of ex-
penses, and favored a cap on salaries. Council
Member Connors spoke against the concept of
salary caps. Council Member Resnick sup-
ported the agreement stating that was in line
and deserved and thanked Mr. Van Milligen for
his dedication. Mayor Buol stated that this re-
flects the quality of the city and noted the City
Manager’s integrity, perseverance and com-
mitment. Motion carried 6-1 with Del Toro vot-
ing nay.
10. Request for Work Session - Quarterly
Sustainable Dubuque: City Manager recom-
mending the City Council schedule the Sus-
tainable Dubuque Quarterly Work Session for
Monday, August 29, 2016 at 6:00 p.m. This
item was referred back to the City Manager for
an alternate date as Council Member Resnick
is unavailable on that date.
11. Request for Work Session - Bee
Branch Creek Restoration Project Walking
Tour: City Manager recommending the City
Council schedule a work session for a Bee
Branch Creek Restoration Project walking tour
on Monday, September 12, 2016, at 5:30 p.m.
Motion by Lynch to receive and file the docu-
ments and set the work session as recom-
mended. Seconded by Jones. Motion carried
7-0.
COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS
Council Member Del Toro recognized
Dubuque citizens Curt Ehlinger who is per-
forming a run across the United States to raise
funds and awareness for Muscular Dystrophy
and Kayla Banwarth who is competing at the
Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro as part of
the U.S. Women’s Volleyball Team.
Motion by Jones to enter into closed ses-
sion at 9:03 p.m. to discuss pending litigation
and property acquisition pursuant to Chapter
21.5(1)(c), -(j) Code of Iowa. 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 Barry Lindahl, Assis-
tant City Attorney Crenna Brumwell, and As-
sistant City Attorney Maureen Quann. Motion
carried 7-0.
Upon motion the City Council reconvened
in open session at 10:04 p.m. stating that staff
had been given proper direction.
There being no further business, upon mo-
tion the City Council adjourned at 10:05 p.m.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, CMC, City Clerk
Book 146 Special Session, August 2, 2016 335
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
SPECIAL SESSION
OFFICIAL
The Dubuque City Council met in special
session at 4:00 p.m. on August 2, 2016 in the
Grand River Center, 500 Bell St.
Present: Mayor Buol; Council Members,
Connors, Del Toro, Jones, Lynch, Resnick,
Rios; City Manager Van Milligen, City Attorney
Lindahl
Also present: Assistant City Manager Cin-
dy Steinhauser, Assistant City Manager Teri
Goodmann, Assistant City Attorney Crenna
Brumwell, Assistant City Attorney Maureen
Quann.
Mayor Buol read the call and stated this is
a special session of the City Council called for
the purpose of conducting the annual goal
setting session.
GOAL SETTING
(1 of 3)
Consultant Lyle Sumek of Lyle Sumek As-
sociates, conducted the first of three annual
goal setting sessions with the Dubuque City
Council.
City Council discussed the following sec-
tions, goals and achievements from the 2016
Leadership Guide.
Section 2: Strategic Planning for the City of
Dubuque
Section 4: Performance Report 2015-2016
Community Goal 1: economic prosperity
Community Goal 2: environmen-
tal/ecological integrity
Community Goal 3: social/cultural vibrancy
City Goal 1: planned and managed growth
City Goal 2: partnering for a better Dubu-
que
City Goal 3: improved connectivity: trans-
portation and telecommunications
Organizational Goal: financially responsible
city government and high-performance organi-
zation
Section 6 Dubuque Vision 2031 – Frame-
work for the Future
Dubuque Vision 2013 and Guiding Princi-
ples
Principle A: sustainable and resilient city
Principle B: inclusive and equitable com-
munity
Principle C: Masterpiece on the Mississippi
Principle D: strong diversified economy
Principle E: expanding connectivity
Principle F: experience healthy living and
active lifestyle
Principle G: quality livable neighborhoods
Principle H. abundance of fun things to do
Principle I: engaged community
Section 7: Mission – Responsibility of City
Government
Principle A: progressive city government
Principle B: financially sound city govern-
ment
Principle C: residents receiving value for
their tax dollars
Principle D: achieving goals through part-
nerships
Principle E: excellent municipal services
Principle F: support urban living
Principle G: contribute to an equitable and
sustainable city
Principle H: plan for the community’s future
Principle I: facilitate access to critical hu-
man services
There being no further business, upon mo-
tion the City Council adjourned at 9:26 p.m.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, CMC, City Clerk
Book 146 Special Sessions August 3 and 4, 2016 336
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
SPECIAL SESSION
OFFICIAL
The Dubuque City Council met in special
session at 4:00 p.m. on August 3, 2016 in the
Grand River Center, 500 Bell St.
Present: Mayor Buol; Council Members,
Connors, Del Toro, Jones, Lynch, Resnick,
Rios; City Manager Van Milligen, City Attorney
Lindahl (Joined at 4:50 p.m.)
Also present: Assistant City Manager Cin-
dy Steinhauser, Assistant City Manager Teri
Goodmann (Joined at 4:26 p.m.), Assistant
City Attorney Crenna Brumwell, Assistant City
Attorney Maureen Quann.
Mayor Buol read the call and stated this is
a special session of the City Council called for
the purpose of conducting the annual goal
setting session.
GOAL SETTING
(2 of 3)
Consultant Lyle Sumek of Lyle Sumek As-
sociates, conducted the second of three annu-
al goal setting sessions with the Dubuque City
Council.
The City Council discussed the objectives,
challenges and opportunities and prioritized
actions within the following goals from the
2016 Leadership Guide.
Section 8: City of Dubuque Plan 2016-2022
Community Goal 1: economic prosperity
Community Goal 2: environmen-
tal/ecological integrity
Community Goal 3: social/cultural vibrancy
City Goal 1: planned and managed growth
City Goal 2: partnering for a better Dubu-
que
City Goal 3: improved connectivity: trans-
portation and telecommunications
Organizational Goal: financial responsible
city government and high performance organi-
zation
There being no further business, upon mo-
tion the City Council adjourned at 9:12 p.m.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, CMC, City Clerk
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
SPECIAL SESSION
OFFICIAL
The Dubuque City Council met in special
session at 4:15 p.m. (delayed start) on August
4, 2016 in the Grand River Center, 500 Bell St.
Present: Mayor Buol; Council Members,
Connors, Del Toro, Jones, Lynch, Resnick,
Rios; City Manager Van Milligen, City Attorney
Lindahl (Joined at 4:50 p.m.)
Also present: Assistant City Manager Cin-
dy Steinhauser, Assistant City Manager Teri
Goodmann (Joined at 4:26 p.m.), Assistant
City Attorney Crenna Brumwell, Assistant City
Attorney Maureen Quann.
Mayor Buol read the call and stated this is
a special session of the City Council called for
the purpose of conducting the annual goal
setting session.
GOAL SETTING
(3 of 3)
Consultant Lyle Sumek of Lyle Sumek As-
sociates, conducted the third of three annual
goal setting sessions with the Dubuque City
Council.
City Council reviewed input received from
department heads; 2016-2018 key Issues and
activities/milestones; management-in-progress
timelines 2016-2018, major projects timelines
2016-2018 and items considered as “on the
horizon” 2018-2022 within the following goals.
• Community Goal 1: Economic
Prosperity
• Community Goal 2: Environmen-
tal/Ecological Integrity
• Community Goal 3: Social and
cultural Vibrancy
• City Goal 1: Planned and Man-
aged Growth
• City Goal 2: Partnering for a Bet-
ter Dubuque
• City Goal 3: Improved Connectivi-
ty: Transportation and telecom-
munications
• Organizational Goal: Financial re-
sponsible city government and
high performance organization
The three goal setting sessions resulted in
the City Council revising the 2031 Dubuque
Vision Statement, Mission Statement, and re-
affirmed five-year goals. They identified top
Book 146 Special Session, August 4, 2016 337
and high priorities for a 2016-2018 policy
agenda as well as a management agenda for
projects and initiatives planned for 2016-2018.
The 2031 Dubuque Vision Statement
Dubuque 2031 is a sustainable and resili-
ent city and an inclusive and equitable com-
munity. Dubuque 2031 has preserved our
Masterpiece on the Mississippi, has a strong
diverse economy and expanding connectivity.
Our residents experience healthy living and
active lifestyles; have choices of quality, livable
neighborhoods; have an abundance of fun
things to do; and are engaged in the communi-
ty.
Mission Statement
Dubuque city government is progressive
and financially sound with residents receiving
value for their tax dollars and achieving goals
through partnerships. Dubuque city govern-
ment’s mission is to deliver excellent municipal
services that support urban living; contribute to
an equitable, sustainable city; plan for the
community’s future; and facilitate access to
critical human services.
Five-Year Community Goals for a Sustain-
able Dubuque
• Economic Prosperity
• Environmental/Ecological Integrity
• Social/Cultural Vibrancy
Five-Year City Goals
• Planned and Managed Growth
• Partnering for a Better Dubuque
• Improved Connectivity: Transportation
and Telecommunications
Five-Year Organization Goal
• Financially Responsible City Government
and High-Performance Organization
2016 – 2018 Top Priorities
(in alphabetical order):
• Central Iowa Water Association: Resolu-
tion
• East-West Corridor Study Implementation
• Inclusive Dubuque Action Plan
• Master Plan for Chaplain Schmitt Island
• River Cruises Docking Facility
2016 – 2018 High Priorities
(in alphabetical order):
• 21st Century Policing Action Plan
• Citywide Flower-Planting Program
• Community Health Needs Assessment
Plan
• Five Flags Center Study
• Street Maintenance Program
• Traffic Signal Synchronization Citywide
2016 – 2018 Management Agenda
(in alphabetical order):
• Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing
• Arts and Culture Master Plan
• C.H.A.N.G.E. Program (Comprehensive
Housing Activities for Neighborhood
Growth and Enrichment
• Community Security/Surveillance/Traffic
Cameras Expansion
• Housing Tax-Increment Financing (T.I.F.)
Program
• Opportunity Dubuque
There being no further business, upon mo-
tion the City Council adjourned at 7:50 p.m.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, CMC, City Clerk
Book 146 Regular Session August 15, 2016 338
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
REGULAR SESSION
OFFICIAL
The Dubuque City Council met in regular
session at 6:00 p.m. on August 15, 2016 in the
Historic Federal Building, 350 W. 6th Street.
Present: Mayor Buol; Council Members
Connors, Jones, Lynch, Resnick, Rios (via
phone); Assistant City Manager Steinhauser,
City Attorney Lindahl
Absent: Council Member Del Toro
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. Welcome Back College Students Weeks
(August 22-September 5, 2016) was accepted
by Jan Powers, Director of Workforce Solu-
tions for Greater Dubuque Development Cor-
poration.
CONSENT ITEMS
Motion by Lynch to receive and file the
documents, adopt the resolutions, and dispose
of as indicated. Seconded by Connors. Motion
carried 6-0.
1. Minutes and Reports Submitted: Arts
and Cultural Advisory Commission of 6/28;
City Council Proceedings of 7/26; 8/1, 8/2, 8/3,
8/4; Community Development Advisory Com-
mission of 7/19; Dubuque County Emergency
Management Commission Minutes of
11/3/2015; 2/16/2016; 5/17/2016; Five Flags
Civic Center Advisory Commission of 7/25;
Housing Commission of 7/26; Investment
Oversight Advisory Commission of 7/27; Li-
brary Board of Trustees of 5/26, 6/6, 6/23;
Park and Recreation Commission of 7/12;
Transit Advisory Board of 7/14; Zoning Adviso-
ry Commission of 8/3; Zoning Board of Ad-
justment of 7/28; Proofs of Publication for City
Council Proceedings of 7/11, 7/18, 7/26; Proof
of Publication for List of Claims and Summary
of Revenues for Month Ending 6/30. Upon
motion the documents were received and filed.
2. Notice of Claims and Suits: Terry Frost
for property damage; Martha Intveld for vehicle
damage. Upon motion the documents were
received, filed and referred to the City Attor-
ney.
3. Disposition of Claims: City Attorney ad-
vising that the following claims have been re-
ferred to Public Entity Risk Services of Iowa,
the agent for the Iowa Communities Assurance
Pool: Terry Frost for property damage; Martha
Intveld for vehicle damage. Upon motion the
documents were received, filed and concurred.
4. AmeriCorps Partners in Learning 2016-
17 Grant Agreement: City Manager recom-
mending approval of a grant agreement with
the Iowa Commission on Volunteer Services
for the AmeriCorps Program. Upon motion the
documents were received, filed and approved.
5. Continuum of Care Phoenix Housing
Special Needs Assistance Program: City Man-
ager recommending approval of a contract
with the U.S. Department of Housing and Ur-
ban Development (HUD) for administration of
the Continuum of Care Phoenix Housing Spe-
cial Needs Assistance Program that provides
rental assistance for homeless, disabled per-
sons. Upon motion the documents were re-
ceived, filed and approved.
6. Request for Proposals - Outdoor Pools
Facility Assessment Consultant Services: City
Manager recommending approval of a Re-
quest for Proposal for consultant services for
an in-depth assessment of both Flora and Sut-
ton Pools. Assessment to include a detailed
report on a maintenance plan and recommen-
dations, as well as develop a master plan for
long-term planning. Upon motion the docu-
ments were received, filed and approved.
7. Southwest Arterial Property Acquisition
Parcel 76 – Siebe: City Manager recommend-
ing approval of a resolution accepting the
Grant of Permanent Utility Easement from
Wesley A. Siebe and Sandra S. Siebe for the
purchase of a permanent utility easement for
the Southwest Arterial Project. Upon motion
the documents were received and filed and
Resolution No. 297-16 Accepting a Grant of
Permanent Utility Easement for the Southwest
Arterial Project from Wesley A. and Sandra S.
Siebe was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 297-16
ACCEPTING A GRANT OF PERMANENT
UTILITY EASEMENT FOR THE SOUTH-
WEST ARTERIAL PROJECT FROM WES-
LEY A. AND SANDRA S. SIEBE
Whereas, the City of Dubuque entered into
an agreement for the purchase of an ease-
Book 146 Regular Session, August 15, 2016 339
ment for the Southwest Arterial Project with
Wesley A. Siebe and Sandra S. Siebe for the
property legally described as:
A parcel of land situated in part of Lot 2
of Lot 1 of Lot 1 of Lot 1 of Lot 1 of Lot 1
of Lot 1 of the Southwest ¼ of the
Southeast ¼ of Section 29, Township 89
North, Range 2 East of the 5th P.M. City
of Dubuque, County of Dubuque, State of
Iowa as more particularly shown on the
Easement exhibit attached hereto; and
Whereas, the terms of the agreement have
been satisfied.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. The Grant of Permanent Utility
Easement attached hereto is hereby accepted.
Section 2. The City Clerk is authorized and
directed to record this resolution and the Grant
of Permanent Utility Easement with the Dubu-
que County Recorder.
Passed, approved and adopted this 15th
day of August, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Trish L. Gleason, Assistant City Clerk
8. Four Mounds Strategic Planning Agree-
ment; City Manager recommending approval
of an agreement between the City of Dubuque
and Four Mounds Foundation for development
of short- and long-term strategic planning. Up-
on motion the documents were received, filed
and approved.
9. Rite Hite / Iowa Economic Development
Authority Contract: City Manager recommend-
ing approval of a contract by and among Rite
Hite/AB(MC)2, the City of Dubuque and the
Iowa Economic Development Authority for
expansion of Rite Hite’s operations in Dubu-
que. Upon motion the documents were re-
ceived and filed and Resolution No. 298-16
Authorizing the execution of a contract for
State Business Financial Assistance by and
among Rite Hite/AB(MC)2, the City of Dubu-
que, Iowa and the Iowa Economic Develop-
ment Authority was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 298-16
AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A
CONTRACT FOR STATE BUSINESS FI-
NANCIAL ASSISTANCE BY AND AMONG
RITE HITE/AB(MC)2, THE CITY OF DUBU-
QUE, IOWA AND THE IOWA ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
Whereas, Rite Hite/AB(MC)2 has proposed
making an Eight Million Nine Hundred Thou-
sand Dollar ($8,900,000.00) investment for a
one hundred forty thousand square foot
(140,000 sq. ft.) expansion to its current manu-
facturing and office facility at 4343 Chavenelle
Road in the City of Dubuque, Iowa; and
Whereas, the City Council of the City of
Dubuque, Iowa has considered the proposal
and has determined that the proposed project
will contribute to the local economy through
the creation of twenty-four (24) full-time jobs in
the City, eleven (11) of which qualify for the
Iowa Economic Development Authority Busi-
ness Financial Assistance Program; and
Whereas, financial assistance from the Io-
wa Economic Development Authority is de-
signed to assist in the economic development
efforts of local jurisdictions; and
Whereas, the Iowa Economic Development
Authority has requested execution of an Eco-
nomic Development Assistance Contract in
order to finalize incentives and document as-
sociated terms for the facility expansion of Rite
Hite/AB(MC)2.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the execution of the Eco-
nomic Development Assistance Contract for
participation in the Iowa Economic Develop-
ment Authority’s Financial Assistance Program
on behalf of Rite Hite/AB(MC)2, a copy of
which is attached hereto, is hereby approved.
Section 2. That the Mayor is hereby au-
thorized to execute and the City Manager is
hereby directed to submit the Economic De-
velopment Assistance Contract to the Iowa
Economic Development Authority together with
such other documents as may be required.
Passed, approved, and adopted this 15th
day of August, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Trish L. Gleason, Assistant City Clerk
10. Community Housing Initiatives (CHI)
Agreement: City Manager recommending ap-
proval of an agreement between Community
Housing Initiatives - Washington Neighbor-
hood Housing Partnership and the City of
Dubuque’s Housing & Community Develop-
ment Department. Upon motion the documents
were received, filed and approved.
11. Hillcrest Family Services Environmen-
tal Review Determination: City Manager rec-
ommending approval for the Mayor to execute
the Environmental Review Determination for
Hillcrest Family Services Continuum of Care-
Funded Program. Upon motion the documents
were received, filed and approved.
12. Quarterly Investment Report for July
30, 2016: City Manager transmitting the June
30, 2016 Quarterly Investment Report. Upon
motion the documents were received and filed.
13. NW Arterial Fiber Optics - John F.
Kennedy Road to US 52 Project Acceptance:
City Manager recommending acceptance of
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the construction contract for the NW Arterial
Fiber Optics – JFK to US 52 Project as com-
pleted by Portzen Construction, Inc. Upon mo-
tion the documents were received and filed
and Resolution No. 299-16 Accepting the NW
Arterial Fiber Optics - JFK to US 52 Project
and authorizing the payment of the contract
amount to the contractor was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 299-16
ACCEPTING THE NW ARTERIAL FIBER
OPTICS - JFK TO US 52 PROJECT AND
AUTHORIZING THE PAYMENT OF THE
CONTRACT AMOUNT TO THE CONTRAC-
TOR
Whereas, the Public Improvement Contract
for the NW Arterial Fiber Optics – JFK to US
52 Project (the Project) has been completed
and the City Engineer has examined the work
and filed a certificate stating that the Project
has been completed according to the terms of
the Public Improvement Contract and that the
City Engineer recommends that the Project be
accepted; and
Whereas, the final contract amount for the
Project is $150,096.07; and
Whereas, the Contractor has previously
been paid $150,096.07; and
Whereas, the City Council finds that the
recommendation of the City Engineer should
be accepted.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The recommendation of the City
Engineer is approved and the Project is hereby
accepted.
Section 2. The Finance Director is hereby
directed to pay to the Contractor from the NW
Arterial Fiber Optics – JFK to US 52 Project
fund for the contract amount of $92,572.50
less any retained percentage provided for
therein as provided in Iowa Code chapter 573,
and to pay such retainage only in accordance
with the provisions of Iowa Code chapter 573.
Passed, approved and adopted this 15th
day of August, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Trish L. Gleason, Assistant City Clerk
CITY ENGINEER’S CERTIFICATE OF FINAL
COMPLETION OF THE NW ARTERIAL FI-
BER OPTICS - JFK TO US 52 PROJECT
The undersigned City Engineer of the City
of Dubuque, Iowa hereby certifies that he has
inspected the NW Arterial Fiber Optics – JFK
to US 52 Project, that the Project has been
performed in compliance with the terms of the
Public Improvement Contract, and that the
total cost of the completed work is $92,572.50.
Dated this 10th day of August, 2016.
/s/Gus Psihoyos, City Engineer
Filed in the office of the City Clerk on the 10th
day of August, 2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
14. 2016 Sewershed 7, 11 and 12 Manhole
Project Acceptance: City Manager recom-
mending acceptance of the public improve-
ment construction contract for the FY16 Sew-
ershed 7, 11 and 12 Sanitary Sewer Manhole
Project as completed by Connolly Construc-
tion, Inc. Upon motion the documents were
received and filed and Resolution No. 300-16
Accepting the FY16 Sewershed 7, 11, and 12
Sanitary Sewer Manhole Project and authoriz-
ing the payment to the contractor was adopt-
ed.
RESOLUTION NO. 300-16
ACCEPTING THE FY16 SEWERSHED 7, 11
AND 12 SANITARY SEWER MANHOLE
PROJECT AND AUTHORIZING THE PAY-
MENT TO THE CONTRACTOR
Whereas, the public improvement contract
for FY16 Sewershed 7, 11 and 12 Sanitary
Sewer Manhole Project (the Project) has been
completed by the Contractor, Connolly Con-
struction, Inc. (Contractor), the City Engineer
has examined the work and recommends that
the Project be accepted; and
Whereas, the final contract amount for the
Project is $150,819.25; and
Whereas, the Contractor has previously
been paid $143,278.28, leaving a balance of
$7,540.96; and
Whereas, the City Council finds that the
recommendation of the City Engineer should
be accepted.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The recommendation of the City
Engineer is approved and the Project is hereby
accepted.
Section 2. The Finance Director is hereby
directed to pay to the Contractor the balance
of the retainage of $7,540.96 as provided in
Iowa Code chapter 573, and to pay such re-
tainage in accordance with the provisions of
Iowa Code chapter 573 or Iowa Code chapter
26.13.
Passed, approved and adopted this 15th
day of August, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Trish L. Gleason, Assistant City Clerk
CITY ENGINEER’S CERTIFICATE OF FINAL
COMPLETION OF THE FY16 SEWERSHED
7, 11 AND 12 SANITARY SEWER MANHOLE
PROJECT
The undersigned City Engineer of the City
of Dubuque, Iowa hereby certifies that he has
inspected the FY16 Sewershed 7, 11 and 12
Sanitary Sewer Manhole Project, and that said
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Project has been performed in compliance with
the terms of the Public Improvement Contract,
and that the total cost of the completed work is
$173,442.14.
Dated this 10th day of August, 2016.
/s/Gus Psihoyos, City Engineer
Filed in the office of the City Clerk on the 10th
day of August, 2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
15. 2015 SCADA (Flow Metering Stations)
Manhole Installation Project Acceptance: City
Manager recommending acceptance of the
public improvement construction contract for
the 2015 SCADA (flow metering stations)
Manhole Installation Project, as completed by
Connolly Construction, Inc. Upon motion the
documents were received and filed and Reso-
lution No. 301-16 Accepting the 2015 SCADA
(Flow Metering Stations) Manhole Installation
Project and authorizing the payment to the
contractor was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 301-16
ACCEPTING THE 2015 SCADA (FLOW ME-
TERING STATIONS) MANHOLE INSTALLA-
TION PROJECT AND AUTHORIZING THE
PAYMENT TO THE CONTRACTOR
Whereas, the public improvement contract
for the 2015 SCADA (flow metering stations)
Manhole Installation Project (the Project) has
been completed by the Contractor, Connolly
Construction, Inc. (Contractor), the City Engi-
neer has examined the work and recommends
that the Project be accepted; and
Whereas, the final contract amount for the
Project is $145,588.33; and
Whereas, the Contractor has previously
been paid $138,308.91, leaving a balance of
$7,279.42; and
Whereas, the City Council finds that the
recommendation of the City Engineer should
be accepted.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The recommendation of the City
Engineer is approved and the Project is hereby
accepted.
Section 2. The Finance Director is hereby
directed to pay to the Contractor the balance
of the retainage of $7,279.42 as provided in
Iowa Code chapter 573, and to pay such re-
tainage in accordance with the provisions of
Iowa Code chapter 573 or Iowa Code chapter
26.13.
Passed, approved and adopted this 15th
day of August, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Trish L. Gleason, Assistant City Clerk
CITY ENGINEER’S CERTIFICATE OF FINAL
COMPLETION OF THE 2015 SCADA (FLOW
METERING STATIONS) MANHOLE INSTAL-
LATION PROJECT
The undersigned City Engineer of the City
of Dubuque, Iowa hereby certifies that he has
inspected the 2015 SCADA (flow metering
stations) Manhole Installation Project, and that
said Project has been performed in compli-
ance with the terms of the Public Improvement
Contract, and that the total cost of the com-
pleted work is $167,426.58.
Dated this 10th day of August, 2016.
/s/Gus Psihoyos, City Engineer
Filed in the office of the City Clerk on the 10th
day of August, 2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
16. Dubuque County Board of Health 28E
Agreement: City Manager recommending ap-
proval to continue the City’s contract for the
inspection of swimming pools and spas, tattoo
parlors and tanning facilities in Dubuque Coun-
ty. Upon motion the documents were received,
filed and approved.
17. Mediacom Communications Company:
Correspondence from Lee Grassley, Senior
Manager of Government Relations for Media-
com Communications Company, informing the
City of monthly rental pricing adjustments for
its digital transport adapters (DTA) on or about
September 1, 2016. Upon motion the docu-
ments were received and filed.
18. Improvement Contracts / Performance,
Payment and Maintenance Bonds: Commer-
cial Flooring Company for the Grand River
Center Ballroom, Concourse and River Room
Carpet Replacement Projects; Top Grade Ex-
cavating, Inc. for the 30-Inch Sanitary Sewer
Force Main Relocation Phase II. Upon motion
the documents were received, filed and ap-
proved.
19. Alcohol Compliance Civil Penalty for
Alcohol License Holder – Chances R: City
Manager recommending approval of the Ac-
knowledgment/Settlement Agreement for an
alcohol compliance violation for Chances R,
1046 Central Avenue. Upon motion the docu-
ments were received, filed and approved.
20. Alcohol Compliance Civil Penalty for
Alcohol License Holder – Kwik Stop Food
Mart: City Manager recommending approval of
the Acknowledgment/Settlement Agreement
for an alcohol compliance violation for Kwik
Stop Food Mart, 4039 Pennsylvania Avenue.
Upon motion the documents were received,
filed and approved.
Book 146 Regular Session August 15, 2016 342
21. Tobacco Compliance – Civil Penalty for
Tobacco License Holder – Kwik Stop #78: City
Manager recommending approval of the
Acknowledgement/Settlement Agreement for a
tobacco compliance violation for Kwik Stop
#78, 4039 Pennsylvania Avenue. Upon motion
the documents were received, filed and ap-
proved.
22. Tobacco Compliance – Civil Penalty for
Tobacco License Holder – Ron's Discount
Smokes: City Manager recommending ap-
proval of the Acknowledgement/Settlement
Agreement for a tobacco compliance violation
for Ron's Discount Smokes & Beverage Cen-
ter, 3300 Asbury Road. Upon motion the doc-
uments were received, filed and approved.
23. Alcohol Compliance Civil Penalty for
Alcohol License Holder – Yardarm: City Man-
ager recommending approval of the Acknowl-
edgment/Settlement Agreement for an alcohol
compliance violation for Yardarm, 1201 Shiras
Avenue Extension. Upon motion the docu-
ments were received, filed and approved.
24. Alcohol License Applications: City
Manager recommending approval of annual
beer, liquor and wine licenses as submitted.
Upon motion the documents were received
and filed and Resolution No. 302-16 Approving
applications for beer, liquor, and/or wine per-
mits, as required by City of Dubuque Code of
Ordinances Title 4 Business and License Reg-
ulations, Chapter 2 Liquor Control, Article B
Liquor, Beer and Wine Licenses and Permits
was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 302-16
APPROVING APPLICATIONS FOR BEER,
LIQUOR, AND/OR WINE PERMITS, AS RE-
QUIRED BY CITY OF DUBUQUE CODE OF
ORDINANCES TITLE 4 BUSINESS AND LI-
CENSE REGULATIONS, CHAPTER 2 LIQ-
UOR CONTROL, ARTICLE B LIQUOR,
BEER AND WINE LICENSES AND PERMITS
Whereas, applications for Beer, Liquor,
and or Wine Permits have been submitted and
filed with the City Council for approval and the
same have been examined and approved; and
Whereas, the premises to be occupied by
such applicants were inspected and found to
comply with the Ordinances of the City and the
applicants have filed the proper fees and
bonds and otherwise complied with the re-
quirements of the Code of Ordinances.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The City Clerk is hereby author-
ized and directed to cause to be issued the
noted permit types to the following applicants
pending submission of the locally required
documentation:
Renewals
Chances R, 1046 Central Ave., Class C Liquor
(Outdoor) (Sunday)
Courtside Sports Bar & Grill, 2095 Holliday Dr.,
Class C Liquor (Outdoor) (Sunday)
Dubuque Quick Stop Mart, 1401 Central Ave.,
Class C Beer (Sunday)
Holy Spirit Church, 2981 Central Ave., Class C
Beer, Class B Native Wine (Sunday)
Los Aztecas Mexican Rest., 2700 Dodge St.,
Class C Liquor (Sunday)
Lucky 13 Tap, 385 E. 13th St., Class C Liq-
uor(Sunday)
Murph's Tap, 55 Locust St., Class C Liquor
(Sunday)
Mystique Community Ice Center, 1800 Admiral
Sheehey Dr., Class C Liquor, Class B Na-
tive Wine (Outdoor) (Sunday)
National Mississippi River Museum and Aquar-
ium, 350 & 400 E. Third St., Class C Liq-
uor, Class B Native Wine (Catering) (Out-
door) (Sunday)
Sid's Beverage Store, Inc., 2727 Dodge St.,
Class E Liquor, Class B Wine, Class C
Beer (Sunday)
Tri-State Independent Blind Society Inc., 3333
Asbury Rd., Special Class C Liquor
Wingstop, 2255 John F. Kennedy Rd., Special
Class C Liquor (Sunday)
Special Event
Camp Albrecht Acres Midwest 9-13, 14837
Sherrill Rd., Special Class C Liquor (Out-
door)
Four Mounds Foundation 9-11, 4900 Peru Rd.,
Special Class C Liquor (Outdoor) (Sunday)
Mason Dixon Saloon 8-19, 2700 Northview
Dr., Class B Beer (Outdoor)
Passed, approved and adopted this 15th
day of August, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Trish L. Gleason, Assistant City Clerk
ITEMS SET FOR PUBLIC HEARING
Motion by Lynch to receive and file the
documents, adopt the resolutions, set the pub-
lic hearings as indicated, and direct the City
Clerk to publish notice as prescribed by law.
Seconded by Jones. Motion carried 6-0.
1. Removal of Phyllrich Drive from Resi-
dential Parking Permit District H: City Manager
recommending a public hearing be set for Sep-
tember 6, 2016, on the removal of Phyllrich
Drive from Residential Parking Permit District
H. Upon motion the documents were received
and filed, setting a public hearing for a meeting
to commence at 6:00 p.m. on September 6,
2016 in the Historic Federal Building.
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2. Dubuque Industrial Center West - Reso-
lution of Necessity for Urban Renewal Plan
Amendment: City Manager recommending
approval of a Resolution of Necessity that
finds that an Amended and Restated Urban
Renewal Plan for the Dubuque Industrial Cen-
ter Economic Development District is both
necessary and appropriate and sets a public
hearing on the proposed amendment for Sep-
tember 19, 2016. Upon motion the documents
were received and filed and Resolution No.
303-16 Resolution of Necessity finding that
certain new subareas should be established
within the Dubuque Industrial Center Econom-
ic Development District, that the establishment
of said subareas is necessary in the interest of
the residents of the City of Dubuque, Iowa and
setting dates of hearing and consultation on a
proposed amendment to the Amended and
Restated Urban Renewal Plan for said district
to include the new subareas was adopted,
setting a public hearing for a meeting to com-
mence at 6:00 p.m. on September 19, 2016 in
the Historic Federal Building.
RESOLUTION NO. 303-16
RESOLUTION OF NECESSITY FINDING
THAT CERTAIN NEW SUBAREAS SHOULD
BE ESTABLISHED WITHIN THE DUBUQUE
INDUSTRIAL CENTER ECONOMIC DEVEL-
OPMENT DISTRICT, THAT THE ESTAB-
LISHMENT OF SAID SUBAREAS IS NEC-
ESSARY IN THE INTEREST OF THE RESI-
DENTS OF THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
AND SETTING DATES OF HEARING AND
CONSULTATION ON A PROPOSED
AMENDMENT TO THE AMENDED AND RE-
STATED URBAN RENEWAL PLAN FOR
SAID DISTRICT TO INCLUDE THE NEW
SUBAREAS
Whereas, the City Council of the City of
Dubuque has heretofore, by Resolution 309-
15, adopted September 8, 2015, approved the
Amended and Restated Urban Renewal Plan
(the "Urban Renewal Plan") for the Dubuque
Industrial Center Economic Development Dis-
trict (the “District”) in order to provide redevel-
opment opportunities which will further eco-
nomic development purposes and objectives
as described in the Urban Renewal Plan; and
Whereas, City staff has recommended that
the Urban Renewal Plan be further amended
to add additional project details, including a
coffee roasting facility project undertaken by
Roasting Solutions, LLC within the District, as
well as establishing new subareas for projects
on both City and County-owned land in the
District; and
Whereas, Iowa Code Chapter 403 requires
that before urban renewal authority may be
exercised, the City Council must adopt a reso-
lution of necessity finding that the new subare-
as are slum, blighted or economic develop-
ment areas and that so designating such pro-
posed new subareas is necessary in the inter-
est of the public health, safety or welfare of the
residents of the municipality.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the inclusion of the follow-
ing proposed new subareas in the District is
necessary and appropriate to facilitate the
proper growth and development of the com-
munity in accordance with sound planning and
local community objectives:
Proposed Subarea H is legally described
as follows:
Lot 1 of the Northeast ¼ of the North-
east ¼, and Lot 2 of Lot 1 of Lot 1 of
Lot 2 of the Northeast ¼ of the North-
east ¼, of Section 30, in Township 89
North, Range 2 East of the 5th Prin-
cipal Meridian, in the City of Dubu-
que, Iowa.
Proposed Subarea I is legally described as
follows:
Lot 2 Seippel Road Place #2, Dubu-
que County, Iowa.
Lot 2-1-1 of the Southeast Quarter of
the Southeast Quarter of Section 25,
Township 89 North, Range 2 East of
the 5th Principal Meridian, Dubuque
County, Iowa
Proposed Subarea J is legally described as
follows:
Lot 2 Julien Care Place, Dubuque
County, Iowa.
Lot 3 Julien Care Place, Dubuque
County, Iowa
Lot 2-1 Julien Care Place, Dubuque
County, Iowa
Section 2. That the proposed new subare-
as described above and in the Urban Renewal
Plan will be economic development areas as
defined by Iowa Code Chapter 403 and appro-
priate for an urban renewal project.
Section 3. That the City Manager is author-
ized and directed to prepare an Amended and
Restated Urban Renewal Plan for the Dubu-
que Industrial Center Economic Development
District, to accomplish the foregoing purposes
and objectives, to include in such Plan any
appropriate project activities and details, and
to determine an appropriate date for and con-
duct the consultation process required by law
with affected taxing entities concerning the
proposed amendment.
Section 4. That the City Council hold a
public hearing on the adoption of the proposed
Amended and Restated Urban Renewal Plan
for the Dubuque Industrial Center Economic
Development District on September 19, 2016
at 6:00 p.m. in the Historic Federal Building,
350 West 6th Street, Dubuque, Iowa 52001.
The notice of said hearing shall generally iden-
Book 146 Regular Session August 15, 2016 344
tify the area to be covered by the Amended
and Restated Urban Renewal Plan and the
scope of the urban renewal project activities
planned for such area, and said notice shall be
published and available to the public not less
than four days nor more than twenty days be-
fore the date of said meeting. A copy of the
notice of public hearing shall be sent by ordi-
nary mail to the affected taxing entities.
Section 5. That the Mayor is authorized
and directed to sign the Joint Agreement be-
tween the County and the City with respect to
the inclusion of Subareas I and J in the Dis-
trict.
Section 6. That the City Clerk is further di-
rected to send by ordinary mail a copy of said
Amended and Restated Urban Renewal Plan
and the notice of public hearing, to the Dubu-
que Community School District and the County
Board of Supervisors, as the affected taxing
entities.
Passed, approved and adopted this 15th
day of August, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Trish L. Gleason, Assistant City Clerk
BOARDS/COMMISSIONS
Applications to the following
boards/commissions were reviewed. Appli-
cants were invited to address the City Council
regarding their desire to serve on the following
Boards/Commissions.
1. Long Range Planning Advisory Com-
mission: One, 3-year term through July 1,
2019 (Vacant term of Prochaska), Applicant:
Michael Wright, 385 Burch St.
2. Transit Advisory Board: One, 3-year
term through July 30, 2019 (Expired term of
Lohrmann). Applicant: Carrie Lohrmann, 1879
Denver Dr.
Appointments were made to the following
Boards/Commissions.
3. Housing Commission: Three, 3-year
terms through August 17, 2019 (Expiring
Terms of Heimke, Schwendinger, and Wall).
Applicants: Wesley Heimke, 2350 Knob Hill
Dr.; Dorothy Schwendinger, 3390 Windsor
Ave.; David Wall, 333 W. 17th St. Motion by
Connors to appoint Wesley Heimke, Dorothy
Schwendinger and David Wall each to a 3-
year term through August 17, 2019. Seconded
by Lynch. Motion carried 6-0.
4. Mechanical and Plumbing Code Board:
One, 3-year term through March 16, 2019 (Ex-
pired term of Papin). Applicant: Paul Papin,
2955 Jackson. Motion by Jones to appoint
Paul Papin to a 3-year term through March 16,
2019. Seconded by Resnick. Motion carried 6-
0.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. Request to Rezone - Dubuque Pony
League for Acreage South of Derby Grange
Road: Proof of publication on notice of public
hearing to consider a request by Dubuque
PONY League / Greg Yoko to rezone approx-
imately thirty (30) acres located south of Derby
Grange Road from R-2 Two-Family Residen-
tial and C-3 General Commercial Districts to
CR Commercial Recreation District and the
Zoning Advisory Commission recommending
approval. Motion by Connors 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. Greg
Yoko, 3660 Seville Street, gave a presentation
on the plans for the softball/baseball dia-
monds. Planning Services Manager Laura
Carstens provided a staff report. Motion car-
ried 6-0.
Motion by Connors for final consideration
and passage of Ordinance No. 40-16 Amend-
ing Title 16 of the City of Dubuque Code of
Ordinances, Unified Development Code, by
reclassifying hereinafter described property
located south of Derby Grange Road from R-2
Two-Family Residential and C-3 General
Commercial Districts to CR Commercial Rec-
reation District Seconded by Jones. Motion
carried 6-0.
OFFICIAL PUBLICATION
ORDINANCE NO. 40-16
AMENDING TITLE 16 OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE CODE OF ORDINANCES, UNI-
FIED DEVELOPMENT CODE, BY RECLAS-
SIFYING HEREINAFTER DESCRIBED
PROPERTY LOCATED SOUTH OF DERBY
GRANGE ROAD FROM R-2 TWO-FAMILY
RESIDENTIAL AND C-3 GENERAL COM-
MERCIAL DISTRICTS TO CR COMMERCIAL
RECREATION DISTRICT
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That Title 16 of the City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances, Unified Devel-
opment Code, is hereby amended by reclassi-
fying the hereinafter–described property from
R-2 Two-Family Residential and C-3 General
Commercial Districts to CR Commercial Rec-
reation District, to wit:
As shown in Exhibit A, and to the center-
line of the adjoining public right-of-way,
all in the City of Dubuque, Iowa.
Section 2. That the foregoing amendment
has heretofore been reviewed by the Zoning
Advisory Commission of the City of Dubuque,
Iowa.
Book 146 Regular Session, August 15, 2016 345
Section 3. This Ordinance shall take effect
immediately upon publication as provided by
law.
Passed, approved and adopted this 15th
day of August 2016.
/s/Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: /s/Trish L. Gleason, Assistant City Clerk
Published officially in the Telegraph Herald
newspaper on the 19th day of August, 2016.
/s/Trish L. Gleason, Assistant City Clerk.
2. Request for Text Amendment Title 16 -
Public and Private Parks as Permitted Uses in
Downtown Commercial and Central Business
Districts: Proof of publication on notice of pub-
lic hearing to consider a request by the City of
Dubuque for an Amendment to the C-4 Down-
town Commercial and C-5 Central Business
Districts to allow Public and Private parks as a
permitted use and the Zoning Advisory Com-
mission recommending approval. Motion by
Jones to receive and file the documents and
that the requirement that a proposed ordi-
nance be considered and voted on for pas-
sage at two Council meetings prior to the
meeting at which it is to be passed be sus-
pended. Seconded by Resnick. Planning Ser-
vices Manager Laura Carstens provided a staff
report. Motion carried 6-0.
Motion by Jones for final consideration and
passage of Ordinance No. 41-16 Amending
Title 16 of the City of Dubuque Code of Ordi-
nances, Unified Development Code, by
amending Articles 16-5-14.1(C-4) and 16-5-
15.1(C-5) to Establish Private and Public
Parks as a Permitted Use in Each District.
Seconded by Resnick. Motion carried 6-0.
OFFICIAL PUBLICATION
ORDINANCE NO. 41-16
AMENDING TITLE 16 OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE CODE OF ORDINANCES, UNI-
FIED DEVELOPMENT CODE, BY AMEND-
ING ARTICLES 16-5-14.1(C-4) AND 16-5-
15.1(C-5) TO ESTABLISH PRIVATE AND
PUBLIC PARKS AS A PERMITTED USE IN
EACH DISTRICT
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That Title 16 of the City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances, Unified Devel-
opment Code Articles 16-5-14.1(C-4) and 16-
5-15.1 (C-5) are hereby amended as follows:
5-14.1 and 5-15.1
Public or private park or similar natu-
ral recreation area.
Section 2. The foregoing amendment has
heretofore been reviewed by the Zoning Advi-
sory Commission of the City of Dubuque, Io-
wa.
Section 3. This ordinance shall take effect
immediately upon publication, as provided by
law.
Passed, approved and adopted this 15th
day of August 2016.
/s/Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: /s/Trish L. Gleason, Assistant City Clerk
Published officially in the Telegraph Herald
newspaper on the 19th day of August, 2016.
/s/Trish L. Gleason, Assistant City Clerk.
3. Heritage Trail Head Parking Lot Project:
Proof of publication on notice of public hearing
to consider approval of the plans, specifica-
tions, form of contract and estimated cost for
the Heritage Trail Head Parking Lot Project
and the City Manager recommending approv-
al. Motion by Lynch to receive and file the
documents and adopt Resolution No. 304-16
Approval of plans, specifications, form of con-
tract, and estimated cost for the Heritage Trail
Head Parking Lot Project. Seconded by Jones.
Motion carried 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 304-16
APPROVAL OF PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS,
FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATED
COST FOR THE HERITAGE TRAIL HEAD
PARKING LOT PROJECT
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
That the proposed plans, specifications,
form of contract and estimated cost for the
Heritage Trail Head Parking Lot Project in the
estimated amount $84,946.02, are hereby
approved.
Passed, adopted and approved this 15th
day of August, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Trish L. Gleason, Assistant City Clerk
4. BioResource Development, LLC - Lease
at Water & Resource Recovery Center: Proof
of publication on notice of public hearing to
consider a Lease between the City of Dubuque
and BRD Three, LLC at the Water and Re-
source Recovery Center. It is further recom-
mended that the City Council approve the De-
velopment and Operating Agreement and the
City Manager recommending approval. Motion
by Connors to receive and file the documents
and adopt Resolution No. 305-16 Disposing of
an interest in City of Dubuque-owned property
by Lease between the City of Dubuque and
BRD Three, LLC and approving the Water and
Resource Recovery Center Gas System De-
velopment and Operating Agreement between
the City of Dubuque and BRD Three, LLC Se-
conded by Jones.
Greater Dubuque Development Corpora-
tion President and CEO Rick Dickinson, Water
and Resource Recovery Center Plant Manager
Book 146 Regular Session August 15, 2016 346
William O’Brien, President of BioResource
Development LLC Greg MacLean, Greater
Dubuque Development Corporation Sustaina-
ble Innovations Consultant David Lyons pro-
vided a presentation on the proposed BioGas
project at the Water and Resource Recovery
Center. Councilmember Resnick left the coun-
cil chambers at 6:35 p.m. and returned at 6:44
p.m. Motion carried 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 305-16
DISPOSING OF AN INTEREST IN CITY OF
DUBUQUE OWNED PROPERTY BY LEASE
BETWEEN THE CITY OF DUBUQUE AND
BRD THREE, LLC AND APPROVING THE
WATER AND RESOURCE RECOVERY
CENTER GAS SYSTEM DEVELOPMENT
AND OPERATING AGREEMENT BETWEEN
THE CITY OF DUBUQUE AND BRD THREE,
LLC
Whereas, the City of Dubuque (City) is the
owner of the Dubuque Water and Resource
Recovery Center (WRRC) located in Dubuque,
Iowa (the WRRC Property) legally described
as:
Part of Lot 1 of 1 of the NE ¼ of the NW
¼, and Lot 1 of 2 of 1 of the NW ¼ of the
NE ¼, and Lot 2 of 1 of the NE ¼ of the
NW ¼, all in Section 6 Township 88N
Range 3E of the 5th P.M., in Dubuque
County, Iowa according to the recorded
plats thereof
and that certain portion of the WRRC Property
shown on Exhibit A attached hereto and incor-
porated by reference herein (the Site); and
Whereas, City is the owner of the gas
management system located at the WRRC
Property (WRRC Gas Management System,
and together with the Site, are collectively re-
ferred to as the Premises); and
Whereas, City desires to lease the Premis-
es to BRD Three, LLC (BRD), and BRD de-
sires to lease the Premises from City, pursuant
to the Water and Resource Recover Center
Lease attached hereto (the Lease) for the pur-
poses of utilizing the WRRC Gas Management
System and constructing, maintaining and
operating a gas utilization system to process
digester gas from the WRRC into natural gas
and distribute such gas for environmentally
beneficial uses (the BRD Gas System), subject
to and in accordance with the provisions of this
Lease and that certain Water and Resource
Recovery Center Gas System Development
and Operating Agreement to be executed by
the parties in connection with the Lease (the
Development and Operating Agreement); and
Whereas, on August 15, 2016, the City
Council pursuant to notice published as re-
quired by law held a public hearing on its intent
to dispose of the foregoing interest in the
Property and overruled all objections thereto;
and
Whereas, the City Council finds that it is in
the best interest of the City to approve the
disposition of the Property.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The City Council of the City of
Dubuque approves the Lease Agreement at-
tached hereto disposing of the City’s interest in
the property.
Section 2. Further, the City Council ap-
proves the Water and Resource Recovery
Center Gas System Development and Operat-
ing Agreement attached hereto.
Section 3. The Mayor is authorized and di-
rected to execute the Lease Agreement on
behalf of the City.
Passed, approved and adopted this 15th
day of August, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Trish L. Gleason, Assistant City Clerk
ACTION ITEMS
1. Alliant Energy Community Annual Part-
nership Assessment (CAPA): Craig Clefish,
Key Account Manager for Alliant Energy, re-
ported on the Community Annual Partnership
Assessment (CAPA). Motion by Jones to re-
ceive and file the documents and listen to the
presentation. Key Accountant for Alliant Ener-
gy, Craig Clefish, gave the presentation. Se-
conded by Connors. Motion carried 6-0.
2. Inclusive Dubuque Quarterly Update: In-
clusive Dubuque Network partners made a
presentation on Inclusive Dubuque's accom-
plishments since April 2016. Motion by Lynch
to receive and file the documents and listen to
the presentation. Seconded by Resnick.
Councilmember Resnick left the council cham-
bers at 7:25 p.m. and returned at 7:31 p.m.
Inclusive Dubuque Coordinator Katrina Farren-
Eller, Community Foundation of Greater
Dubuque Vice President of Strategic Initiatives
Eric Dregne, Sociology Professor for Loras
College Rick Anderson, Human Rights Direc-
tor Kelly Larson, Multi-Cultural Family Center
Assistant Director Sarah Peterson, Dubuque
Black Men Coalition Member Anderson Sainci,
League of United Latin American Citizens
(LULAC) members Dora Serna and Lee
Sanchez, Dubuque Museum of Art Executive
Director David Schmitz presented on topics
that included Operating Principals History of
the Network, Measuring the Network’s Impact,
Peer-Learning Council’s 5-Year Equity Learn-
ing Program, City Equity Initiatives, Changing
the Narrative, Mentorship Program with
League of United Latin American Citizens
(LULAC). Anderson Sainci responded to ques-
tions from the Council. Motion carried 6-0.
Book 146 Regular Session, August 15, 2016 347
3. Request for Work Session - USDA Grant
Partnership with the Iowa League of Cities:
City Manager requesting the City Council
schedule a work session on Monday, October
10, 2016 at 6:00 p.m. on the USDA grant part-
nership with the Iowa League of Cities on Nu-
trient Trading. Motion by Connors to receive
and file the documents and set the work ses-
sion as recommended. Seconded by Lynch.
Council member Jones stated he would not be
able to attend, due to a prior training commit-
ment. Motion carried 6-0.
4. Request for Work Session - Sustainable
Dubuque Quarterly Report: City Manager re-
questing the City Council schedule the Sus-
tainable Dubuque Quarterly Work Session for
Tuesday, August 30, 2016 at 6:00 p.m. in the
Historic Federal Building, City Council Cham-
bers. Motion by Connors to receive and file the
documents and set the work session as rec-
ommended. Seconded by Jones. Motion car-
ried 6-0.
COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS
Council member Connors reported on the 10th
Anniversary Celebration at Orange Park on
Washington Street for Crescent Community
Health Center as well as the Annual Congres-
sional Staff Visit where Federal and State Offi-
cials met with local individuals to hear con-
cerns and priorities.
CLOSED SESSION
Motion by Jones at 7:38 p.m. to convene in
closed session regarding pending litigation and
property acquisition pursuant to Chapter
21.5(1)(c), -(j) Code of Iowa. 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 Barry Lindahl and
Assistant City Attorney Crenna Brumwell. Mo-
tion carried 6-0.
Upon motion the City Council reconvened
in open session at 8:00 p.m. stating that staff
had been given proper direction.
There being no further business, upon mo-
tion the City Council adjourned at 8:03 p.m.
/s/Trish L. Gleason, CMC, Assistant City Clerk
Book 146 Special Session August 30, 2016 348
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
SPECIAL SESSION
OFFICIAL
The Dubuque City Council met in special
session at 6:00 p.m. on August 30, 2016 in the
Historic Federal Building, 350 W. 6th Street.
Present: Mayor Buol; Council Members
Connors, Del Toro, Jones, Lynch, Resnick,
Rios; City Manager Van Milligen, City Attorney
Lindahl
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
Sustainable Dubuque.
WORK SESSION
SUSTAINABLE DUBUQUE
Sustainable Dubuque Coordinator Cori
Burbach, Sustainable Innovations Consultant
for Greater Dubuque Development Corpora-
tion David Lyons, and Transportation Director
for ECIA Chandra Ravada conducted the work
session. The two main topics included:
Community-wide solar strategy
• Iowa Economic Development Authori-
ty: Solar Ready Community Pilot Pro-
gram
o strengths; opportunities for
improvement
• Prioritization criteria
• Mercy Medical Center RCx case
study
• Proposed BioGas Project at the Wa-
ter & Resource Recovery Center
• Alliant Energy solar array projects
• Moving “Solar Dubuque” forward
• City strategies for residential and
commercial solar
o review, improve and expe-
dite permitting/application
process; improved
o solar on city facilities: library,
fire stations, airport, etc.
Update on Air Quality (PM 2.5 (Particulate
Matter) Advance Improvements
• History/timeline 2010 to 2016
o Non-Attainment; education;
Dubuque path forward; up-
date
• Progress
o CLEAR4 EPA Environmen-
tal Education Grant
o monitoring impacts on air
quality
o Public/private sector im-
provements
• IPL Dubuque
o Projects completed and
forecasted
o Dubuque generating station
emissions
• Dubuque Smarter Travel
o Phases 1, 2 and 3
o Streets: next generation,
traffic management and con-
trol system
o STREETS = Smart Traffic
Routing with Efficient and
Effective Traffic Signals
• Iowa Monitoring sites and Title V Fa-
cilities Greater Dubuque Area
o Potosi Monitors
o Dubuque Area PM 2.5 moni-
tors & 24-hour design value;
trends
o Iowa Annual PM 2.5 design
values 2013-2015
A question/answer period followed each
topic and included discussion of do-it-yourself
solar; solar site issues related to aesthetics,
historic district guidelines; off-grid power col-
lection, retrofitting solar arrays, and efficient
city buses.
There being no further business, upon mo-
tion the City Council adjourned at 7:14 p.m.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, CMC, City Clerk
Book 146 Regular Session, September 6, 2016 349
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
REGULAR SESSION
OFFICIAL
The Dubuque City Council met in regular
session at 6:00 p.m. on September 6, 2016 in
the Historic Federal Building, 350 W. 6th
Street.
Present: Mayor Buol; Council Members
Connors, Del Toro, Jones, Lynch, Resnick,
Rios; City Manager Van Milligen (Joined at
6:24 p.m.) Assistant City Manager Cindy
Steinhauser, City Attorney Lindahl
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
SWEARING IN
1. Mayor Buol administered the Oath of Office
to Mayor Pro-Tem Kevin Lynch.
PROCLAMATION(S)
1. Kayla Banwarth Day (August 25, 2016)
was read by Mayor Buol having presented the
original to Ms. Banwarth at a previous event.
2. Days of Peace and Ceasefire (Septem-
ber 13-25, 2016) was accepted by Days of
Peace Committee Members R.R.S. Stewart
and Evelyn Nadeau.
CONSENT ITEMS
Motion by Lynch to receive and file the
documents, adopt the resolutions, and dispose
of as indicated. Seconded by Del Toro. Motion
carried 7-0.
1. Minutes and Reports Submitted: City
Council Proceedings of 8/15, 8/30; Community
Development Advisory Commission of 8/16;
Library Board of Trustees Update #151 of
7/28; Transit Advisory Board of 8/11; Proof of
Publication for City Council Proceedings of
8/1, 8/2, 8/3, 8/4 and 8/15; Proof of Publication
for List of claims and Summary of Revenues
for Month Ending 7/11. Upon motion the doc-
uments were received and filed.
2. Notice of Claims and Suits: Barbara
Kelly for vehicle damage; Newel Marcov for
vehicle damage; and James Weitz for property
damage. Upon motion the documents were
received, filed and referred to the City Attor-
ney.
3. Disposition of Claims: City Attorney ad-
vising that the following claims have been re-
ferred to Public Entity Risk Services of Iowa
the agent for the Iowa Communities Assurance
Pool: Barbara Kelly for vehicle damage; Newel
Marcov for vehicle damage; and James Weitz
for property damage. Upon motion the docu-
ments were received, filed and concurred.
4. Government Finance Officers Associa-
tion (GFOA) Certificate of Achievement for
Excellence in Financial Reporting: City Man-
ager transmitting the 28th consecutive Certifi-
cate of Achievement for Excellence in Finan-
cial Reporting from the Government Finance
Officers Association (GFOA) for Fiscal Year
ended June 30, 2015. Upon motion the docu-
ments were received and filed.
5. Ermina Soler Named Wonder Women:
Heroines of Dubuque by Girl Scouts of Eastern
Iowa and Western Illinois: Correspondence
from the Girl Scouts of Eastern Iowa and
Western Illinois honoring Circles Coordinator
Ermina Soler with the Wonder Women - Hero-
ines of Dubuque Award. Upon motion the doc-
uments were received and filed.
6. Dubuque Jaycees 2017 Fireworks Re-
quest: Correspondence from Thomas Parsley,
General Manager for Radio Dubuque, in part-
nership with the Dubuque Jaycees requesting
approval to conduct a fireworks display on
Sunday, July 3, 2017 from 9:00 p.m. to 10:30
p.m. on Volunteer Road between Hawthorne
and Lime Streets with a rain date of July 4.
Upon motion the documents were received,
filed and approved.
7. Appointment to Housing Trust Fund
Committee: Housing Commission recommend-
ing approval to appoint Commissioner Dorothy
Schwendinger as the Commission's repre-
sentative on the Housing Trust Fund Commit-
tee. Upon motion the documents were re-
ceived, filed and approved.
8. Workers' Compensation Settlement for
James Hoerner: City Attorney recommending
approval of an Agreement for Settlement re-
garding a Workers' Compensation claim that
was filed against the City of Dubuque by
James Hoerner. Upon motion the documents
were received, filed and approved.
9. Zaber v. City of Dubuque: City Attorney
transmitting the Court ruling from Zaber v. City
of Dubuque ordering the distribution of un-
claimed funds from the settlement account to
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four charitable organizations and requesting
authorization for the City Attorney's Office to
take such action as may be appropriate to
seek review of the ruling by the Iowa Appellate
Courts. Upon motion the documents were re-
ceived, filed and approved.
10. Iowa DOT Funding Agreement - NW
Arterial and Chavenelle Road Left Turn Lane
Improvements: City Manager recommending
approval for the Mayor to execute a Funding
Agreement with the Iowa Department of
Transportation for an Urban-State Traffic En-
gineering Program (U-STEP) grant to assist
with the construction of proposed left turn lane
improvements at the intersection of the North-
west Arterial and Chavenelle Road. Upon mo-
tion the documents were received and filed
and Resolution No. 306-16 Approving a Fund-
ing Agreement (No. 6-16-USTEP-15) with the
Iowa Department of Transportation for an Ur-
ban-State Traffic Engineering Program (U-
STEP) Grant to assist with the construction of
proposed left turn lane improvements at the
intersection of Northwest Arterial and Cha-
venelle Road was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 306-16
APPROVING A FUNDING AGREEMENT
(NO. 6-16-USTEP-15) WITH THE IOWA DE-
PARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR
AN URBAN-STATE TRAFFIC ENGINEERING
PROGRAM (U-STEP) GRANT TO ASSIST
WITH THE CONSTRUCTION OF PROPOSED
LEFT TURN LANE IMPROVEMENTS AT
THE INTERSECTION OF NORTHWEST AR-
TERIAL AND CHAVENELLE ROAD
Whereas, in order to facilitate the upcom-
ing Southwest Arterial Menards Frontage
Road and the Southwest Arterial US20 Inter-
change Grading construction projects, a local
road detour using the Seippel Road to Cha-
venelle to the Northwest Arterial is necessary;
and
Whereas, the City is currently experiencing
operational and capacity challenges at the
Chavenelle and NW Arterial intersection; and
Whereas, the City and Iowa Department of
Transportation propose left turn lane improve-
ments to extend the existing northbound
Northwest Arterial left turn lane onto Cha-
venelle to an approximate 400' storage length,
while also adding a new Chavenelle left turn
lane onto the Northwest Arterial, providing an
approximate 210' storage length; and
Whereas, the City and Iowa Department of
Transportation has determined that improve-
ments to this intersection, are in the best inter-
est of the public due to operational and capaci-
ty concerns, construction of proposed left turn
lane improvements will improve the level of
service of the Northwest Arterial and Cha-
venelle Road intersection; and
Whereas, the probable total cost for the
turn lane improvements is estimated at
$293,000. The Urban-State Traffic Engineering
Program (U-STEP) grant will fund $140,000 of
eligible construction costs, and the remaining
cost, $153,000 would be funding by the City.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA THAT:
Section 1. That said Urban-State Traffic
Engineering Program (U-STEP) grant funding
will be used within the City of Dubuque to as-
sist with the construction of proposed left turn
lane improvements at the intersection of
Northwest Arterial and Chavenelle Road is
hereby approved.
Section 2. That the Mayor be hereby au-
thorized and directed to execute two copies of
said Funding Agreement for Urban-State Traf-
fic Engineering Program (U-STEP) grant fund-
ing to assist with the construction of proposed
left turn lane improvements at the intersection
of Northwest Arterial and Chavenelle Road.
Passed, approved and adopted this 6th day
of September, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
11. Retitling of Position - Public Works
Truck Driver to Utility Worker: City Manager
recommending approval to retitle the position
of Truck Driver to Utility Worker in the Public
Works Department. Upon motion the docu-
ments were received, filed and approved.
12. Public Works - Change in Equipment
Operator Position: City Manager recommend-
ing approval to create one additional Landfill
Equipment Operator position and eliminate
one Equipment Operator II position in the Pub-
lic Works Department. Upon motion the docu-
ments were received, filed and approved.
13. Pre-Annexation Agreement – TeKippe:
City Manager recommending approval of a
Pre-Annexation Agreement with Kenneth J.
and Marlene TeKippe, property owners of Lot
9 in Twin Ridge Subdivision No. #4. Upon mo-
tion the documents were received and filed
and Resolution No. 307-16 Approving a Pre-
Annexation Agreement between the City of
Dubuque, Iowa and Kenneth J. and Marlene
TeKippe was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 307-16
APPROVING A PRE-ANNEXATION
AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA AND KENNETH J. AND
MARLENE TEKIPPE
Whereas, Kenneth J. and Marlene
Tekippe, owners of the following described
property in Dubuque County, Iowa (the Proper-
ty) have submitted to the City Council of the
Book 146 Regular Session, September 6, 2016 351
City of Dubuque an application for voluntary
annexation of the Property to the City of
Dubuque:
Lots 9 in Twin Ridge Subdivision No. 4
in Section 12 in Table Mound Town-
ship, Dubuque County, Iowa according
to the recorded plat thereof; and
Whereas, Kenneth J. and Marlene TeKippe
have entered into a Pre-annexation Agreement
with the City of Dubuque a copy of which is
attached hereto governing the future annexa-
tion of the Property; and
Whereas, the Property is not subject to an
existing annexation moratorium; and
Whereas, the Property does not include
any state or railroad property; and
Whereas, Iowa Code Section 368.7 author-
izes the voluntary annexation of property in
Dubuque County, Iowa and the extension of
city limits by voluntary annexation; and
Whereas, the annexation of the Property is
consistent with the Comprehensive Plan of the
City of Dubuque, necessary for the future or-
derly growth and development of the City of
Dubuque, and will promote efficient and cost
effective extension of municipal services; and
Whereas, the City Council finds that the
annexation of the Property is in the public in-
terest.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The Pre-annexation Agreement
by and between Kenneth J. and Marlene
TeKippe and the City of Dubuque is hereby
approved.
Passed, approved and adopted this 6th day
of September, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
14. Pre-Annexation Agreement - Hardwood
Flooring Services, Inc.: City Manager recom-
mending approval of a Pre-Annexation
Agreement with Hardwood Flooring Services,
Inc., proper owner of 10638 Key West Drive.
Upon motion the documents were received
and filed and Resolution No. 308-16 Approving
a Pre-annexation Agreement between the City
of Dubuque, Iowa and Hardwood Flooring
Services, Inc. was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 308-16
APPROVING A PRE-ANNEXATION
AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA AND HARDWOOD
FLOORING SERVICES, INC.
Whereas, Hardwood Flooring Services,
Inc., the owner of the following described
property in Dubuque County, Iowa (the Proper-
ty) have submitted to the City Council of the
City of Dubuque an application for voluntary
annexation of the Property to the City of
Dubuque:
Lot 29, 30, 31 and the south one-half of
Lot 32, in the city of Key West, Dubu-
que County, Iowa according to the rec-
orded plats thereof; and
Whereas, Hardwood Flooring Services,
Inc., has entered into a Pre-annexation
Agreement with the City of Dubuque a copy of
which is attached hereto governing the future
annexation of the Property; and
Whereas, the Property is not subject to an
existing annexation moratorium; and
Whereas, the Property does not include
any state or railroad property; and
Whereas, Iowa Code Section 368.7 author-
izes the voluntary annexation of property in
Dubuque County, Iowa and the extension of
city limits by voluntary annexation; and
Whereas, the annexation of the Property is
consistent with the Comprehensive Plan of the
City of Dubuque, necessary for the future or-
derly growth and development of the City of
Dubuque, and will promote efficient and cost
effective extension of municipal services; and
Whereas, the City Council finds that the
annexation of the Property is in the public in-
terest.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The Pre-annexation Agreement
by and between Hardwood Flooring Services,
Inc. and the City of Dubuque is hereby ap-
proved.
Passed, approved and adopted this 6th day
of September, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
15. Purchase of Services Grant - Four
Mounds HEART Program: City Manager rec-
ommending approval of a Community Devel-
opment Block Grant Agreement with Four
Mounds HEART Program for Fiscal Year 2017
to provide youth education and training oppor-
tunities. Upon motion the documents were
received, filed and approved.
16. Tri-State Occupational Health Agree-
ment Amendment: City Manager recommend-
ing approval of an Amendment to the Agree-
ment between Tri-State Occupational Health,
L.L.C. and the City of Dubuque for case man-
agement services for workers compensation
claims and Police and Fire job related injuries
and illnesses. Upon motion the documents
were received, filed and approved.
17. Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention
Programs Contracts and Subcontracts: City
Manager recommending approval of a contract
with the Dubuque County Board of Health and
Book 146 Special Session August 30, 2016 352
the Iowa Department of Public Health for con-
tinued funding of the Childhood Lead Poison-
ing Prevention Program, and a renewed
agreement with the Visiting Nurse Association
for services related to the Childhood Lead Poi-
soning Prevention Program and Healthy
Homes Program. Upon motion the documents
were received, filed and approved.
18. Felderman's Subdivision - Acceptance
of Improvements: City Manager recommend-
ing acceptance of the public improvements
that the developer, Arboretum Development
LLC, has recently completed in Felderman's
Subdivision. Upon motion the documents were
received and filed and Resolution No. 309-16
Accepting public improvements in Felderman's
Subdivision in the City of Dubuque, Iowa was
adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 309-16
ACCEPTING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS IN
FELDERMAN SUBDIVISION, IN THE CITY
OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
Whereas, pursuant to Resolutions 167-10,
certain public improvements including street
paving with curb, sanitary sewer main, water
main, storm sewers and catch basins, street
lighting, and storm water detention facilities
were installed by the developer of Felderman
Subdivision in the City of Dubuque, Iowa; and
Whereas, the improvements have been
completed and the City Manager has exam-
ined the work and has filed a certificate stating
that the same has been completed in accord-
ance with the plans approved by the City
Council and in conformance with City specifi-
cations, and has recommended that the im-
provements be accepted by the City Council.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the recommendation of the
City Manager be approved and that said public
improvements in Felderman Subdivision be
and the same is hereby accepted.
Section 2. That maintenance of said public
improvements shall be the responsibility of the
owners, Arboretum Development LLC, for a
period of two (2) years from the date of this
resolution.
Passed, approved and adopted this 6th day
of September, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
19. Pebble Cove Subdivision and Pebble
Cove #2 Subdivision - Acceptance of Im-
provements: City Manager recommending
acceptance of the public improvements that
the developer, Kivlahan Farms L.C., has re-
cently completed in Pebble Cove Subdivision
and Pebble Cove #2 Subdivision. Upon motion
the documents were received and filed and
Resolution No. 310-16 Accepting public im-
provements in Pebble Cove Subdivision and
Pebble Cove #2 Subdivision, in the City of
Dubuque, Iowa was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 310-16
ACCEPTING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS IN
PEBBLE COVE SUBDIVISION AND PEBBLE
COVE # 2 SUBDIVISION IN THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA
Whereas, pursuant to Resolutions 171-08
and 172-08, certain public improvements in-
cluding street paving with curb, sanitary sewer
main, water main, storm sewers and catch
basins, street lighting, and storm water deten-
tion facilities were installed by the developer of
Pebble Cove Subdivision and Pebble Cove # 2
Subdivision in the City of Dubuque, Iowa; and
Whereas, the improvements, except for
storm water detention facilities, have been
completed and the City Manager has exam-
ined the work and has filed a certificate stating
that the same has been completed in accord-
ance with the plans approved by the City
Council and in conformance with City specifi-
cations, and has recommended that the im-
provements be accepted by the City Council.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the recommendation of the
City Manager be approved and that said public
improvements in Pebble Cove Subdivision and
Pebble Cove # 2 Subdivision, except for storm
water detention facilities, be and the same is
hereby accepted.
Section 2. That maintenance of said public
improvements shall be the responsibility of the
owners, Kivlahan Farms L.C., for a period of
two (2) years from the date of this resolution.
Passed, approved and adopted this 6th day
of September, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
20. 2016 Asphalt Overlay Access Ramp
Project Two Award: City Manager recommend-
ing the award for the 2016 Asphalt Overlay
Access Ramp Project Two be officially record-
ed in the minutes of the City Council. Upon
motion the documents were received, filed and
made a Matter of Record.
21. 2016 Asphalt Overlay Access Ramps
Project Three Award: City Manager recom-
mending that the award for the 2016 Asphalt
Overlay Access Ramp Project Three be offi-
cially recorded in the minutes of the City
Council. Upon motion the documents were
received, filed and made a Matter of Record.
Book 146 Regular Session, September 6, 2016 353
22. AECOM Technical Services, Inc. - SW
Arterial Supplemental Agreement No. 17: City
Manager recommending authorization to exe-
cute a supplemental agreement with AECOM
Technical Services, Inc., subject to the concur-
rence of the Iowa Department of Transporta-
tion, which approves revisions to the original
scope of services to the Consultant Profes-
sional Services Contract to complete the final
engineering design phase of the Southwest
Arterial. Upon motion the documents were
received and filed and Resolution No. 311-16
Approving the Consultant Professional Ser-
vices -Supplemental Agreement No. 17 be-
tween AECOM Technical Services, Inc. and
the City of Dubuque for the completion of final
engineering design phase of the Southwest
Arterial Project was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 311-16
APPROVING THE CONSULTANT PROFES-
SIONAL SERVICES -SUPPLEMENTAL
AGREEMENT NO. 17 BETWEEN AECOM
TECHNICAL SERVICES, INC. AND THE
CITY OF DUBUQUE FOR the COMPLETION
OF FINAL ENGINEERING DESIGN PHASE
OF THE SOUTHWEST ARTERIAL PROJECT
Whereas, the City of Dubuque is proceed-
ing with the Southwest Arterial Project, from
U.S. Highway 20 to U.S. Highway 61/151, in
Dubuque, Iowa; and
Whereas, as a result of Iowa DOT specifi-
cation modifications, the original scope of ser-
vices needs to be revised to reflect modifica-
tions to previously-completed design elements,
as well as new tasks which are required to
continue to advance the completion of the final
engineering design phase; and
Whereas, the Consultant Professional Ser-
vices - Supplemental Agreement authorizes
AECOM to provide the revised scope of ser-
vices to continue to advance the completion of
the final engineering design phase.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That said Consultant Profes-
sional Services - Supplemental Agreement No.
17 between AECOM Technical Services, Inc.
and the City of Dubuque for the final engineer-
ing design phase of the Southwest Arterial
project is hereby approved, subject to the con-
currence of the Iowa Department of Transpor-
tation.
Section 2. That the City Manager be au-
thorized and directed to execute three copies
of said Consultant Professional Services -
Supplemental Agreement No. 17 with AECOM
Technical Services, Inc. for the final engineer-
ing design phase of the Southwest Arterial
project.
Passed, approved and adopted this 6th day
of September, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
23. Signed Contracts: Wenzel Towing Ser-
vice Contract Amendment to FY 2016-2018
Contract. Upon motion the documents were
received and filed.
24. Alcohol Compliance Civil Penalty for
Alcohol License Holder – Buffalo Wild Wings:
City Manager recommending approval of the
Acknowledgment/Settlement Agreement for an
alcohol compliance violation for Buffalo Wild
Wings, 2805 Northwest Arterial. Upon motion
the documents were received, filed and ap-
proved.
25. Alcohol Compliance Civil Penalty for
Alcohol License Holder - Ron's Discount
Smokes: City Manager recommending ap-
proval of the Acknowledgment/Settlement
Agreement for an alcohol compliance violation
for Ron's Discount Smoke & Beverage Center
#1, 3300 Asbury Road. Upon motion the doc-
uments were received, filed and approved.
26. Alcohol License Applications: City
Manager recommending approval of annual
beer, liquor and wine licenses as submitted.
Upon motion the documents were received
and filed and Resolution No. 312-16 Approving
applications for beer, liquor, and/or wine per-
mits, as required by City of Dubuque Code of
Ordinances Title 4 Business and License Reg-
ulations, Chapter 2 Liquor Control, Article B
Liquor, Beer and Wine Licenses and Permits
was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 312-16
APPROVING APPLICATIONS FOR BEER,
LIQUOR, AND/OR WINE PERMITS, AS RE-
QUIRED BY CITY OF DUBUQUE CODE OF
ORDINANCES TITLE 4 BUSINESS AND LI-
CENSE REGULATIONS, CHAPTER 2 LIQ-
UOR CONTROL, ARTICLE B LIQUOR,
BEER AND WINE LICENSES AND PERMITS
Whereas, applications for Beer, Liquor,
and or Wine Permits have been submitted and
filed with the City Council for approval and the
same have been examined and approved; and
Whereas, the premises to be occupied by
such applicants were inspected and found to
comply with the Ordinances of the City and the
applicants have filed the proper fees and
bonds and otherwise complied with the re-
quirements of the Code of Ordinances.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The City Clerk is hereby author-
ized and directed to cause to be issued the
Book 146 Special Session August 30, 2016 354
noted permit types to the following applicants
pending submission of the locally required
documentation:
Renewals
Europa Café of Dubuque, 4031 Pennsylvania
Ave., Class C Liquor
Phillips 66/Arby's, 10 South Main, Class C
Beer (Sunday)
Red Robin America's Gourmet Burgers, 2775
NW Arterial, Class C Liquor (Outdoor)
(Sunday)
Ron's Discount Smokes & Beverage Center #
1, 3300 Asbury Rd., Class C Beer, Class B
Native Wine (Sunday)
Special Event
Dubuque Jaycees 10-1, 4th and Bluff St.,
Class B Beer (Outdoor)
L. May 10-14, 2000 University Ave., Special
Class C Liquor
Adding Privilege
Cuemasters Billiards, 900 Central Ave., Add-
ing Outdoor Service
Permanent Transfer
Club Rondavoo formally Club 23, From 1902
Central Ave. to 1850 Central Ave., Class C
Liquor (Sunday)
Passed, approved and adopted this 6th day of
September 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
ITEMS SET FOR PUBLIC HEARING
Motion by Lynch to receive and file the
documents, adopt the resolutions, set the pub-
lic hearings as indicated, and direct the City
Clerk to publish notice as prescribed by law.
Seconded by Del Toro. Motion carried 7-0.
1. NW Arterial and Chavenelle Road Left
Turn Lane Improvement Project: City Manager
recommending initiation of the public bidding
procedure for the Northwest Arteri-
al/Chavenelle Road Intersection Left Turn
Lane Improvements Project, and further rec-
ommends that a public hearing be set for Sep-
tember 19, 2016. Upon motion the documents
were received and filed and Resolution No.
313-16 Preliminary approval of plans, specifi-
cations, form of contract, and estimated cost;
setting date of public hearing on plans, specifi-
cations, form of contract, and estimated cost;
and ordering the advertisement for bids was
adopted setting a public hearing for a meeting
to commence at 6:00 p.m. on September 19,
2016 in the Historic Federal Building.
RESOLUTION NO. 313-16
NORTHWEST ARTERIAL / CHAVENELLE
INTERSECTION LEFT TURN LANE IM-
PROVEMENTS PROJECT
PRELIMINARY APPROVAL OF PLANS,
SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT,
AND ESTIMATED COST; SETTING DATE
OF PUBLIC HEARING ON PLANS, SPECI-
FICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND
ESTIMATED COST; AND ORDERING THE
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
The proposed plans, specifications, form of
contract and estimated cost for the Northwest
Arterial / Chavenelle Intersection Left Turn
Lane Improvements Project in the estimated
amount $293,000, are hereby preliminarily
approved and ordered filed in the office of the
City Clerk for public inspection.
A public hearing will be held on the 19th
day of September, 2016 at 6:00 p.m. in the
Historic Federal Building Council Chambers at
which time interested persons may appear and
be heard for or against the proposed plans and
specifications, form of contract and estimated
cost of said Project, and the City Clerk be and
is hereby directed to cause the attached notice
of the time and place of such hearing to be
published in a newspaper having general cir-
culation in the City of Dubuque, Iowa which
notice shall be published not less than four
days nor more than twenty days prior to the
date of such hearing. At the hearing, any inter-
ested person may appear and file objections to
the proposed plans, specifications, form of
contract, or estimated cost of the Project.
Northwest Arterial / Chavenelle Intersec-
tion Left Turn Lane Improvements is hereby
ordered to be advertised for bids for construc-
tion.
The amount of the security to accompany
each bid shall be in an amount which shall
conform to the provisions of the Notice to Bid-
ders hereby approved.
The City Clerk is hereby directed to adver-
tise for bids for the construction of the im-
provements herein provided, by publishing the
attached Notice to Bidders to be published in
the Master Builders of Iowa Plan Room and
posted on the City of Dubuque website at
www.cityofdubuque.org/bids. Publication will
occur not less than thirteen but not more than
forty-five days before the date for filing bids
before 2:00 p.m. on the 22nd day of September
2016. Bids shall be opened and read by the
City Clerk at said time and will be submitted to
the City Council for final action at 6:00 p.m. on
the 3rd day of October, 2016, in the Historic
Federal Building Council Chambers (second
floor), 350 West 6th Street, Dubuque, Iowa.
Passed, adopted and approved this 6th day
of September, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Book 146 Regular Session, September 6, 2016 355
2. Fiscal Year 2017 First Budget Amend-
ment: City Manager recommending the first
Fiscal Year 2017 Budget Amendment be set
for public hearing for September 19, 2016.
Upon motion the documents were received
and filed and Resolution No. 314-16 Setting
the date for the public hearing on Amendment
No. 1 to the Fiscal Year 2017 Budget for the
City of Dubuque was adopted setting a public
hearing for a meeting to commence at 6:00
p.m. on September 19, 2016 in the Historic
Federal Building.
RESOLUTION NO. 314-16
SETTING THE DATE FOR THE PUBLIC
HEARING ON AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO THE
FISCAL YEAR 2017 BUDGET FOR THE
CITY OF DUBUQUE
Whereas, Iowa Code Section 384.16 pro-
vides that the City Council shall set a time and
place for a public hearing on amendments to
the budget and publish notice before the hear-
ing as provided in Iowa Code Section 362.3.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the City Council shall con-
duct a public hearing on proposed Amendment
No. 1 to the Fiscal Year 2017 budget for the
City of Dubuque at the City Council Chambers
at the Historic Federal Building, 350 West 6th
Street, Dubuque, Iowa on Monday, September
19, 2016, beginning at 6:00 p.m.
Section 2. That the City Clerk be and is
hereby authorized and directed to publish no-
tice of the public hearing, according to law,
together with the required budget information.
Passed, approved and adopted this 6th day
of September 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
3. Dubuque Regional Airport Parking Lot
Repair Project 2016: City Manager recom-
mending initiation of the public bidding proce-
dure for the Dubuque Airport Parking Lot Re-
pair Project 2016, and further recommends
that a public hearing be set for September 19,
2016. Upon motion the documents were re-
ceived and filed and Resolution No. 315-16
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 or-
dering the advertisement for bids was adopted
setting a public hearing for a meeting to com-
mence at 6:00 p.m. on September 19, 2016 in
the Historic Federal Building.
RESOLUTION NO. 315-16
DUBUQUE AIRPORT PARKING LOT RE-
PAIR PROJECT 2016 IMPROVEMENT PRO-
JECT PRELIMINARY APPROVAL OF
PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CON-
TRACT, AND ESTIMATED COST; SETTING
DATE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON PLANS,
SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT,
AND ESTIMATED COST; AND ORDERING
THE ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
The proposed plans, specifications, form of
contract and estimated cost for the Dubuque
Airport Parking Lot Repair Project 2016 Im-
provement Project in the estimated amount
$122,048.21, are hereby preliminarily ap-
proved and ordered filed in the office of the
City Clerk for public inspection.
A public hearing will be held on the 19th
day of September, 2016, at 6:00 p.m. in the
Historic Federal Building Council Chambers
(second floor) 350 W. 6th Street, Dubuque,
Iowa at which time interested persons may
appear and be heard for or against the pro-
posed plans and specifications, form of con-
tract and estimated cost of said Project, and
the City Clerk be and is hereby directed to
cause the attached notice of the time and
place of such hearing to be published in a
newspaper having general circulation in the
City of Dubuque, Iowa which notice shall be
published not less than four days nor more
than twenty days prior to the date of such
hearing. At the hearing, any interested person
may appear and file objections to the proposed
plans, specifications, form of contract, or esti-
mated cost of the Project.
The Dubuque Airport Parking Lot Re-
pair Project 2016 Improvement Project
is hereby ordered to be advertised for
bids for construction.
The amount of the security to accompany
each bid shall be in an amount which shall
conform to the provisions of the Notice to Bid-
ders hereby approved.
The City Clerk is hereby directed to adver-
tise for bids for the construction of the im-
provements herein provided, by publishing the
attached Notice to Bidders to be published in a
newspaper having general circulation in the
City of Dubuque, Iowa which notice shall be
published not less than four but not more than
forty-five days before the date for filing bids
before 2:00 p.m. on the 23rd day of September,
2016. Bids shall be opened and read by the
City Clerk at said time and will be submitted to
the City Council for final action at 6:00 p.m. on
the 3rd day of October, 2016, in the Historic
Federal Building Council Chambers (second
floor), 350 West 6th Street, Dubuque, Iowa.
Passed, adopted and approved this 6th day
of September 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Book 146 Special Session August 30, 2016 356
4. Lease of Property to Interstate Power
and Light Company for Construction of Solar
Array: City Manager recommending he City
Council set a public hearing for September 19,
2016, to approve a lease with Interstate Power
and Light Company for approximately 21.14
acres of property recently acquired by the City
of Dubuque near the Dubuque Industrial Cen-
ter West north of Humke Road and west of
Seippel Road for construction of a solar array.
Upon motion the documents were received
and filed and Resolution No. 316-16 Resolu-
tion of Intent to dispose of an interest in City of
Dubuque owned property by lease between
the City of Dubuque and Interstate Power and
Light Company was adopted setting a public
hearing for a meeting to commence at 6:00
p.m. on September 19, 2016 in the Historic
Federal Building.
RESOLUTION NO. 316-16
INTENT TO DISPOSE OF AN INTEREST IN
CITY OF DUBUQUE OWNED PROPERTY
BY LEASE BETWEEN THE CITY OF DUBU-
QUE AND INTERSTATE POWER AND
LIGHT COMPANY
Whereas, the City of Dubuque (City) is the
owner of the following described property le-
gally described as:
Lot 2 in “W.A. Norman Place" in Sec-
tion 25, Center Township, Dubuque
County, Iowa according to the plat
thereof (the Property) and;
Whereas, City desires to lease that part of
the Property described in attached Exhibit A
(the Premises) to Interstate Power and Light
Company pursuant to the Real Property Lease
Agreement (the Lease) now on file at the Of-
fice of the City Clerk, City Hall, 13th and Cen-
tral, Dubuque, Iowa; and
Whereas, the City Council has tentatively
determined that it would be in the best inter-
ests of the City to enter into the Lease; and
Whereas, the City Council has determined
that the proposed Lease should be set for pub-
lic hearing.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The City of Dubuque intends to
dispose of its interest in the Premises by
Lease with Interstate Power and Light Compa-
ny.
Section 2. That the City Clerk is hereby au-
thorized and directed to cause this Resolution
and a notice to be published as prescribed by
Iowa Code Section 364.7 of a public hearing
on the City’s intent to dispose of the Premises
to be held on the 19th day of September, 2016,
at 6:00 o’clock p.m. at the Historic Federal
Building, 350 West 6th Street, Dubuque, Iowa.
Passed, approved and adopted this 6th day
of September, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
BOARDS/COMMISSIONS
Applicants were invited to address the City
Council regarding their desire to serve on the
following Boards/Commissions.
1. Long Range Planning Advisory Com-
mission: One, 3-year term through July 1,
2017 (Vacant term of Clements). Applicant:
Ronald Collins, 243 Cardiff St.
Appointments were made to the following
Boards/Commissions.
1. Long Range Planning Advisory Com-
mission: One, 3-year term through July 1,
2019 (Vacant term of Prochaska). Applicant:
Michael Wright, 385 Burch St. Motion by Con-
nors to appoint Mr. Wright to a 3-year term
through July 1, 2019. Seconded by Lynch.
Motion carried 7-0.
2. Transit Advisory Board: One, 3-year
term through July 30, 2019 (Expired term of
Lohrmann). Applicant: Carrie Lohrmann, 1879
Denver Dr. Motion by Jones to appoint Ms.
Lohrmann to a 3-year term through July 30,
2019. Seconded by Lynch. Motion carried 7-0.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. Removal of Phyllrich Drive from Resi-
dential Parking Permit District H: Proof of pub-
lication on notice of public hearing to consider
the removal of Phyllrich Drive from Residential
Parking Permit District H and the City Manager
recommending approval. Motion by Lynch 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. City Engineer Gus Psihoyos re-
sponded to questions from the City Council
regarding changes in student parking in the
residential area since the completion of Hemp-
stead High School’s parking renovation pro-
ject. Motion carried 7-0.
Motion by Lynch for final consideration and
passage of Ordinance No. 42-16 Amending
City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances Title 9
Motor Vehicles and Traffic, Chapter 14 Park-
ing, Division 7 Residential Parking Permit Pro-
gram, Section 9-14-321.740 Residential Park-
ing Permit District H by removing Phyllrich
Drive between Keystone Drive and Keymont
Drive. Seconded by Resnick. Motion carried 7-
0.
Book 146 Regular Session, September 6, 2016 357
OFFICIAL PUBLICATION
ORDINANCE NO. 42-16
AMENDING CITY OF DUBUQUE CODE OF
ORDINANCES TITLE 9 MOTOR VEHICLES
AND TRAFFIC, CHAPTER 14 PARKING,
DIVISION 7 RESIDENTIAL PARKING PER-
MIT PROGRAM, SECTION 9-14-321.740
RESIDENTIAL PARKING PERMIT DISTRICT
H BY REMOVING PHYLLRICH DRIVE BE-
TWEEN KEYSTONE DRIVE AND KEYMONT
DRIVE
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. Section 9-14-321.740 of the City
of Dubuque Code of Ordinances is amended
to read as follows:
9-14-321.740: RESIDENTIAL PARKING
PERMIT DISTRICT H:
A. The following described area constitutes
a residential parking permit district designated
as Residential Parking Permit District H:
Hansel Drive, between Keystone Drive
and Keymont Drive.
Keymont Drive from Key Way Drive to
its westerly terminus.
Vizaleea Drive from Pennsylvania Ave-
nue to Keystone Drive
B. No vehicles shall park curbside in Resi-
dential Parking Permit District H during the
hours of seven o'clock (7:00) AM to three
o'clock (3:00) PM, except Saturdays, Sundays,
and holidays, without displaying a valid parking
permit issued by the city.
Section 2. This Ordinance takes effect up-
on publication.
Passed, approved, and adopted the 6th day
of September, 2016.
/s/Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: /s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Published officially in the Telegraph Herald
newspaper on the 9th day of September, 2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, CMC, City Clerk
PUBLIC INPUT
Jill Crippes, 2257 Chaney Road #1, ad-
dressed the City Council about her interest in
purchasing the Five Flags Center and use it as
a church. Mayor Buol advised Ms. Crippes to
submit her proposal to the City Clerk for sub-
mission to the City Council.
ACTION ITEMS
1. Greater Dubuque Development Corpo-
ration - Quarterly Update: President and CEO
Rick Dickinson presented a verbal update on
the activities of the Greater Dubuque Devel-
opment Corporation. Topics included meeting
and exceeding the goals of the NEXT Cam-
paign in the areas of job creation, population
growth, average wage, expanding and devel-
oping NEXT Campaign goals beyond Fiscal
Year 2017. Mr. Dickinson responded to ques-
tions from the City Council regarding Moody’s
Investor Service assessments and predictions
for cities that do not factor in present and fu-
ture programs that may benefit the city’s rat-
ing. He added the GDDC tracks Moody’s re-
ports and makes inquiries. Mr. Dickinson also
addressed the analytics of regional job growth
and how it is impacted by population growth
and the inability to break it down by communi-
ty. Motion by Jones to receive and file the in-
formation. Seconded by Lynch. Motion carried
7-0.
2. Five Flags Civic Center Quarterly Re-
port: SMG Regional General Manager HR
Cook provided the quarterly report on the Five
Flags Civic Center. Topics included: a financial
report, a breakdown of events and attendance,
notable events past and future, new logo un-
veiling, business partnerships, concession
changes and the addition of a new, recurring
event for dog owners, “Wags at Flags” during
the winter months. Motion by Connors to re-
ceive and file the information. Seconded by
Jones. Motion carried 7-0.
3. Cottingham & Butler Insurance Services,
Inc. - IEDA Contract: City Manager recom-
mending approval of a contract among Cot-
tingham & Butler Insurance Services, Inc., the
City of Dubuque and the Iowa Economic De-
velopment Authority. Motion by Lynch to re-
ceive and file the documents and adopt Reso-
lution No. 317-16 Authorizing the execution of
a Contract for State Business Financial Assis-
tance by and among Cottingham & Butler In-
surance Services, Inc., the City of Dubuque,
Iowa and the Iowa Economic Development
Authority. Seconded by Connors. Motion car-
ried 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 317-16
AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A
CONTRACT FOR STATE BUSINESS FI-
NANCIAL ASSISTANCE BY AND AMONG
COTTINGHAM & BUTLER INSURANCE
SERVICES, INC., THE CITY OF DUBUQUE,
IOWA AND THE IOWA ECONOMIC DEVEL-
OPMENT AUTHORITY
Whereas, Cottingham & Butler Insurance
Services, Inc. has proposed making a One
Million Two Hundred Thousand Dollar
($1,200,000.00) investment in tenant im-
provements to twenty-five thousand square
feet (25,000 sq. ft.) of office space in the
Roshek Building at 700 Locust Street in the
City of Dubuque, Iowa which will allow the
creation of ninety (90) full-time jobs in the City;
and
Whereas, the City Council of the City of
Dubuque, Iowa has considered the proposal
Book 146 Special Session August 30, 2016 358
and has determined that the proposed project
will contribute to the local economy; and
Whereas, financial assistance from the Io-
wa Economic Development Authority is de-
signed to assist in the economic development
efforts of local jurisdictions; and
Whereas, the Iowa Economic Development
Authority has requested execution of an Eco-
nomic Development Assistance Contract in
order to finalize incentives and document as-
sociated terms for the tenant improvements of
Cottingham & Butler Insurance Services, Inc.’s
proposed project at 700 Locust Street in the
City.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the execution of the Eco-
nomic Development Assistance Contract 16-
DF-046 for participation in the Iowa Economic
Development Authority’s Financial Assistance
Program on behalf of Cottingham & Butler
Insurance Services, Inc., a copy of which is
attached hereto, is hereby approved.
Section 2. That the Mayor is hereby au-
thorized to execute and the City Manager is
hereby directed to submit the Economic De-
velopment Assistance Contract to the Iowa
Economic Development Authority together with
such other documents as may be required.
Passed, approved, and adopted this 6th
day of September 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
4. Rejection of Bids - Grandview Avenue
and Loras Boulevard and Grandview Avenue
and University Avenue Intersection Improve-
ment Projects: City Manager recommending
the rejection of the competitive bid proposals
received for the Grandview Avenue & Loras
Boulevard and Grandview Avenue & University
Avenue Intersection Improvement Project due
to the reconsideration of a traffic control device
for the intersection improvements at
Grandview Avenue & University Avenue. Mo-
tion by Lynch to receive and file the docu-
ments and adopt Resolution No. 318-16 Re-
jecting competitive bid proposals received for
the Grandview Avenue & Loras Boulevard and
Grandview Avenue & University Avenue Inter-
section Improvement Project. Seconded by
Resnick. Motion carried 7-0. City Manager Van
Milligen and City Engineer Gus Psihoyos re-
sponded to questions from the City Council
regarding the impact the change would have
on grant funding, the impact on current and
future traffic flow from the recently completed
roundabout. At the request of City Council,
staff will inquire with consultants about the
option of a mini/painted roundabout.
RESOLUTION NO. 318-16
REJECTING COMPETITIVE BID PRO-
POSALS RECEIVED FOR THE GRANDVIEW
AVENUE & LORAS BOULEVARD AND
GRANDVIEW AVENUE & UNIVERSITY AV-
ENUE INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENT
PROJECT
Whereas, competitive sealed bid proposals
were submitted for the Grandview Avenue &
Loras Boulevard and Grandview Avenue &
University Avenue Intersection Improvement
Project (the Project) pursuant to Resolution
No. 277-16 and Notice to Bidders published in
a newspaper published in the City of Dubuque,
Iowa on the 19th day of July, 2016; and
Whereas, the competitive sealed bid pro-
posals were opened and read on the 4th day
of August, 2016; and
Whereas, the City Council has deemed it
advisable to reject all competitive sealed bid
proposals for the Project.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The competitive sealed bid pro-
posals for the Grandview Avenue & Loras
Boulevard and Grandview Avenue & University
Avenue Intersection Improvement Project is
hereby rejected.
Section 2. The City Clerk is authorized and
instructed to return the bid deposit of the un-
successful bidders for the Grandview Avenue
& Loras Boulevard and Grandview Avenue &
University Avenue Intersection Improvement
Project.
Passed, approved and adopted this 6th day
of September 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
5. Code of Ordinances Amendment - Title
15 Swimming Pool Regulations: City Manager
recommending approval of a change to Title
14-9-1 of the City of Dubuque Code of Ordi-
nances redefining the depth and amending
fencing regulations for swimming pools to be
consistent with the International Property
Maintenance Code. Motion by Connors to re-
ceive and file the documents and that the re-
quirement that a proposed ordinance be con-
sidered 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 Connors for final consideration
and passage of Ordinance No. 43-16 Amend-
ing City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances Title
14 Building and Development, Chapter 9
Swimming Pools, Sections 14-9-1 Definition
and 14-9-4 Fencing Requirements to make
language consistent with the International
Property Maintenance Code. Seconded by Del
Toro. Motion carried 7-0.
Book 146 Regular Session, September 6, 2016 359
OFFICIAL PUBLICATION
ORDINANCE NO. 43-16
AMENDING CITY OF DUBUQUE CODE OF
ORDINANCES TITLE 14 BUILDING AND
DEVELOPMENT, CHAPTER 9 SWIMMING
POOLS, SECTIONS 14-9-1 DEFINITION AND
14-9-4 FENCING REQUIREMENTS TO
MAKE LANGUAGE CONSISTENT WITH THE
INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY MAINTE-
NANCE CODE
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. Section 14-9-1 of the City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances is amended to
read as follows:
14-9-1: DEFINITION: As used in this chap-
ter, a "swimming pool" is defined as any con-
structed or prefabricated swimming pool, hot
tub, or spa used for swimming, bathing or wad-
ing, containing water over twenty-four inches
(24") in depth.
Section 2. Section 14-9-4 of the City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances is amended to
read as follows:
14-9-4: FENCING REQUIREMENTS:
Swimming pool fencing shall be in compliance
with Section 303 of the International Property
Maintenance Code.
Section 3. This Ordinance takes effect up-
on publication.
Passed, approved, and adopted the 6th day
of September, 2016.
/s/Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: /s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Published officially in the Telegraph Herald
newspaper on the 9th day of September, 2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
6. Traffic Stop Analysis Project: City Man-
ager recommending approval of a Memoran-
dum of Understanding between the City of
Dubuque and St. Ambrose University to com-
plete a traffic stop study in Dubuque. Motion
by Connors to receive and file the documents
and approve the recommendation. Seconded
by Jones. Police Chief Mark Dalsing respond-
ed to questions from the City Council regard-
ing the qualifications of St. Ambrose Universi-
ty, current and ongoing departmental intercul-
tural training, and concerns about justifying the
need for the analysis versus putting the funds
toward improving the current system. Motion
carried 6-1 with Del Toro voting nay.
7. Expansion of Conservation District to In-
clude 553 E. 14th Street: City Manager rec-
ommending approval of the expansion of the
Washington Neighborhood Conservation Dis-
trict to include 553 E. 14th Street. Motion by
Connors to consider the first reading of a pro-
posed ordinance amending Title 16 of the City
of Dubuque Code of Ordinances, Unified De-
velopment Code, by amending Article 10-11-A-
4 pertaining to expansion of the Washington
Street Neighborhood Conservation District.
Motion failed for lack of a second.
Motion by Resnick to table to October 17,
2016. Seconded by Del Toro. Motion carried 5-
2 with Buol and Jones voting nay.
8. Building Conditions Report for Property
at 3000 Jackson Street: Building Services
Manager Todd Carr, Assistant City Attorney
Maureen Quann, Assistant City Attorney
Crenna Brumwell and Planning Services Man-
ager Laura Carstens presented a Building
Conditions Report for property at 3000 Jack-
son Street, a portion of the former Dubuque
Brewing and Malting Company complex (a/k/a
H&W Building). Topics included historical
background, code enforcements and timelines
by City departments, court enforcement and
timelines by City Attorney’s Office, response to
July 21, 2016 partial building collapse, work
plan to remove threat to public safety, and
overview of the City’s code enforcement tools.
Staff and the City Manager responded to ques-
tions from the City Council regarding the immi-
nent threat of public safety, comparisons to
other preservation projects, property/business
insurance, and options the property owner has
for the future of the building. Staff will provide
updates to the City Council on the safety issue
and any changes in the disposition of the
property. Motion by Connors to receive and file
the documents. Seconded by Lynch. Motion
carried 7-0.
COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS
Mayor Buol invited citizens to the State of
the City Address at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Sep-
tember 8, 2016 in the City Council Chambers,
350 W. 6th Street (second floor). The Address
will be broadcast on cable channel 8 and digi-
tal 117.2.
There being no further business, upon mo-
tion the City Council adjourned at 9:21 p.m.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, CMC, City Clerk
Book 146 Special Session, September 12, 2016 360
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
SPECIAL SESSION
OFFICIAL
The Dubuque City Council met in special
session at 5:30 p.m. on September 12, 2016 at
420 Garfield Avenue Parking Lot.
Present: Mayor Buol; Council Members
Connors, Del Toro, Jones, Lynch, Resnick,
Rios; City Manager Van Milligen
Excused: City Attorney Lindahl
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 /
walking tour of Bee Branch Creek Restoration
Project.
WORK SESSION
Walking Tour of the Bee Branch Creek Res-
toration Project
Civil Engineers Deron Muehring and Steve
Brown conducted a walking tour of the Bee
Branch Creek Restoration Project starting from
420 Garfield Avenue to 24th Street. Highlights
included descriptions of construction progress
and associated elements; stormwater man-
agement/conveyance components; land ac-
quisitions; infrastructure upgrades to surround-
ing neighborhoods and project amenities such
as bike paths, amphitheater, orchard, fishing,
landscaping, plant materials, bridge designs,
safety features and pedestrian and vehicular
access. Citizen input and outreach programs
to surrounding schools regarding safety
measures were also highlighted.
There being no further business, upon mo-
tion the City Council adjourned at 6:40 p.m.
/s/Trish L. Gleason, CMC, Assistant City Clerk
Book 146 Regular Session, September 19, 2016 361
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
REGULAR SESSION
OFFICIAL
The Dubuque City Council met in regular
session at 6:00 p.m. on September 19, 2016 in
the Historic Federal Building, 350 W. 6th
Street.
Present: Mayor Buol (via phone), Mayor
Pro-Tem Lynch; Council Members Connors,
Del Toro, Jones, Resnick, Rios; City Manager
Van Milligen, City Attorney Lindahl
Mayor Pro-Tem Lynch 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. National Museum of African-American
History and Culture Day (September 24, 2016)
was accepted by Ernest Jackson of the Black
Men’s Coalition; Michela Houston, President of
the Clarke University Black Student Union;
Amonde Lawhorn, President of the Black Stu-
dent Union of the University of Dubuque; and 9
additional representatives.
2. Crop Walk Day (October 4, 2016) was
accepted by Erich Moeller of Holy Trinity
Church.
CONSENT ITEMS
Motion by Jones to receive and file the
documents, adopt the resolutions, and dispose
of as indicated. Seconded by Del Toro. Coun-
cil Member Connors requested items #4 & #5
be held for separate discussion. Motion carried
7-0.
1. Minutes and Reports Submitted: Cable
TV Commission of 9/7; City Council Proceed-
ings of 9/6, 9/12; Library Board of Trustees of
7/28 and Council Update #152 of 8/25; Long
Range Planning Advisory Commission of 8/17;
Zoning Advisory Commission of 9/7; Zoning
Board of Adjustment of 8/25; Proof of Publica-
tion for City Council Proceedings of 8/30. Upon
motion the documents were received and filed.
2. Notice of Claims and Suits: National Ag-
ribusiness Insurance Co. / Mary Althaus for
vehicle damage; Ciara Neealy for vehicle
damage; Richard Sherman II for vehicle dam-
age. Upon motion the documents were re-
ceived, filed and referred to the City Attorney.
3. Disposition of Claims: City Attorney ad-
vising that the following claims have been re-
ferred to Public Entity Risk Services of Iowa
the agent for the Iowa Communities Assurance
Pool: National Agribusiness Insurance Co. /
Mary Althaus for vehicle damage; Richard
Sherman II for vehicle damage. Upon motion
the documents were received, filed and con-
curred.
4. Randy Peck Receives Labor Relations
Award of Excellence: City Manager transmit-
ting information about Personnel Manager
Randy Peck receiving the Labor Relations
Award of Excellence from the Iowa Public Em-
ployer Labor Relations Association (IaPELRA).
Upon motion the documents were received
and filed.
5. Jule Transit FTA Ridership Award: City
Manager transmitting information about Jule
Transit Manager Candace Eudaley accepting
the Ridership Award of Excellence from the
Federal Transit Administration at the Transit
Midwest Conference. Upon motion the docu-
ments were received and filed.
Motion by Connors to receive and file the
documents related to Consent Items 4 & 5.
Seconded by Jones. Connors recognized and
commended staff on their respective awards.
Motion carried 7-0.
6. Replacement Agency for Project Con-
cern: City Manager recommending approval to
replace Project Concern with East Central
Development Corporation, a non-profit division
of East Central Intergovernmental Association,
as the sponsor agency to manage the Shelter
Care Plus Program under the Continuum of
Care Grant. Upon motion the documents were
received and filed and Resolution No. 319-16
Authorizing the Mayor to execute a contract for
the Continuum of Care Special Needs Assis-
tance Grant for Supportive Services designat-
ing East Central Development Corporation as
sponsor agency was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 319-16
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE
A CONTRACT FOR THE CONTINUUM OF
CARE SPECIAL NEEDS ASSISTANCE
GRANT FOR SUPPORTIVE SERVICES DES-
IGNATING EAST CENTRAL DEVELOPMENT
CORPORATION AS SPONSOR AGENCY
Whereas, the City of Dubuque has entered
into a contract with U.S. Department of Hous-
ing and Urban Development for the Continuum
of Care Special Needs Assistance Program for
Fiscal Year 2017; and
Book 146 Regular Session, September 19, 2016 362
Whereas, the Continuum of Care grant is a
Sponsor-Based Permanent Supportive Hous-
ing program; and
Whereas, the City of Dubuque has admin-
istered the Continuum of Care grant since
2007; and
Whereas, the City of Dubuque proposes to
continue administering the Continuum of Care
grant to assist homeless, disabled persons
with permanent supportive housing; and
Whereas, the City of Dubuque is required
to designate a Sponsor Agency; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE IOWA:
Section 1: That the Mayor is hereby au-
thorized and directed to enter into a contract
with the East Central Development Corpora-
tion (ECDC) in connection with the Continuum
of Care Special Needs Assistance Program.
Section 2: That the Mayor and City Council
designate ECDC as the Sponsor Agency
Section 3: That the Mayor and City Council
authorizes the monies as stated on the con-
tract for supportive services, case manage-
ment and funds to cover utility costs and rents
Passed, approved and adopted this 19th
day of September 2016.
Kevin J. Lynch, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
7. Washington Neighborhood Housing
Trust Fund Grant Application: City Manager
recommending approval for the commitment of
local matching funds for a grant application
being submitted by the City of Dubuque Hous-
ing Trust Fund Committee to the Iowa Finance
Authority State Housing Trust Fund for contin-
ued support of homeownership in the Wash-
ington Neighborhood. Upon motion the docu-
ments were received and filed and Resolution
No. 320-16 Approving commitment of match-
ing funds for an application to the Iowa Fi-
nance Authority (IFA) for State Housing Trust
Funds was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 320-16
APPROVING COMMITMENT OF MATCHING
FUNDS FOR AN APPLICATION TO THE
IOWA FINANCE AUTHORITY (IFA) FOR
STATE HOUSING TRUST FUNDS
Whereas, the Iowa Finance Authority has
recognized Dubuque’s Housing Trust Fund
Committee as a certified Local Housing Trust
Fund; and
Whereas, IFA has made funding available
in statewide competition to local trust funds for
State Housing Trust Fund grants, in amounts
based on population size; and
Whereas, a 25% local match is required for
receipt of a funding award; and
Whereas, the Housing Trust Fund Commit-
tee has authorized an application to IFA for a
Housing Trust Fund award, in the amount of
$141,283; and
Whereas, Homeownership Grant Activity
No. 1011595 funds are available in the current
year Housing Department’s budget in sufficient
amount to meet the matching funds require-
ment.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the City of Dubuque hereby
approves commitment of $35,321 in the cur-
rent year Homeownership Grant funds as a
match to the application for IFA State Housing
Trust Funds.
Section 2. That the Housing Trust Fund
Committee, in accordance with Sec. 2-5D-7 of
the Code of Ordinances, shall have final au-
thority to direct how such funds shall be used
in support of revitalization activities in the
Washington Neighborhoods.
Passed, approved and adopted this 19th
day of September, 2016.
Kevin J. Lynch, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
8. US EPA Consent Decree September 30,
2016 Semiannual Report: City Manager rec-
ommending authorization to certify the Sep-
tember 30, 2016 Consent Decree Semi Annual
Report for submittal to the US Department of
Justice, US EPA and the Iowa Department of
Natural Resources. Upon motion the docu-
ments were received, filed and approved.
9. Friends of St. Mary's D/B/A Steeple
Square - Third Amendment to Development
Agreement: City Manager recommending ap-
proval of the Third Amendment to the Devel-
opment Agreement between the City of Dubu-
que and Friends of St. Mary’s D/B/A Steeple
Square for the property located at 1501 Jack-
son Street. Upon motion the documents were
received and filed and Resolution No. 321-16
Approving the Third Amendment to the Devel-
opment Agreement between the City of Dubu-
que, Iowa and Friends of St. Mary's D/B/A
Steeple Square was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 321-16
APPROVING THE THIRD AMENDMENT TO
THE DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BE-
TWEEN THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
AND FRIENDS OF ST. MARY’S D/B/A
STEEPLE SQUARE
Whereas, the City of Dubuque (City) and
Friends of St. Mary’s D/B/A/Steeple Square
(Developer) entered into a Development
Agreement, dated May 2, 2016, and as
amended by the First Amendment dated June
6, 2016, and second Amendment dated July
18, 2016, for the rehabilitation of 1501 Jackson
Street, Dubuque, Iowa (the Property); and
Book 146 Regular Session, September 19, 2016 363
Whereas, the parties desire to amend the
Development Agreement with respect to the
closing date; and
Whereas, the City Council of the City of
Dubuque finds that the City of Dubuque should
approve to the Third Amendment to Develop-
ment Agreement.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The City Council of the City of
Dubuque hereby approves the Third Amend-
ment to Development Agreement, a copy of
which is attached hereto.
Section 2. The Mayor is authorized and di-
rected to sign the Third Amendment to Devel-
opment Agreement on behalf of the City of
Dubuque.
Passed, approved and adopted this 19th
day of September, 2016.
Kevin J. Lynch, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
10. Great Lakes Career Ready Internship
Grant Program: City Manager recommending
approval to utilize the Great Lakes Career
Ready Internship Grant Program in order to
employ a Loras College student as a tempo-
rary intern in the Circles Program-Housing and
Community Development Department the fall
semester beginning September 12, 2016 until
December 23, 2016. Upon motion the docu-
ments were received, filed and approved.
11. Request for Proposals - Fire Stations
Rooftop Solar: City Manager recommending
approval to issue a Request for Proposals for
the design and potential installation of solar
photovoltaic systems on the City’s six fire sta-
tion rooftops, and approval for the City Man-
ager to execute a contract with a recommend-
ed firm should solar construction during Fiscal
Year 2017 be recommended, based on the
requirement that there be no upfront capital
investments. Upon motion the documents
were received, filed and approved.
12. Northfork Trails Subdivision - Ac-
ceptance of Improvements: City Manager rec-
ommending acceptance of the public im-
provements on Keymont Court that the devel-
oper, 4-ALL LLC, has recently completed in
North Fork Trails No. 5, Lots 1 through 10.
Upon motion the documents were received
and filed and Resolution No. 322-16 Accepting
public improvements in North Fork Trails No. 5
- Lots 1 through 10 was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 322-16
ACCEPTING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS IN
NORTH FORK TRAILS NO. 5 - LOTS 1
THROUGH 10
Whereas, pursuant to Resolution 182-15,
certain public improvements including street
paving with curb and gutter, sidewalk ramps,
sanitary sewer main, water main, storm sew-
ers and catch basins, fiber optics conduit,
street lighting, and storm water detention facili-
ties were installed by the developer of North
Fork Trails No. 5 in the City of Dubuque, Iowa;
and
Whereas, the improvements have been
completed and the City Manager has exam-
ined the work and has filed a certificate stating
that the same has been completed in accord-
ance with the plans approved by the City
Council and in conformance with City specifi-
cations, and has recommended that the im-
provements be accepted by the City Council.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the recommendation of the
City Manager be approved and that said public
improvements in North Fork Trails No. 5 Lots 1
through 10 be and the same is hereby accept-
ed.
Section 2. That maintenance of said public
improvements, except permeable streets, shall
be the responsibility of the owner and contrac-
tor for a period of two (2) years from the date
of this resolution.
Section 3. Street maintenance, except for
snow removal and deicing, shall be the re-
sponsibility of the owner, 4-ALL, LLC, until 80
percent (8 lots) of the lots are improved.
Maintenance by the owner will consist of rou-
tine inspection, sweeping and/or vacuuming
any sediment from the void area or subgrade
and adding pervious material to the void area
as necessary. The street maintenance shall
also include the removal and replacement of
pavers, as necessary, to maintain the design
gradient and design cross section of the street.
Passed, approved and adopted this 19th
day of September, 2016.
Kevin J. Lynch, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
13. Green Industrial Supply, Inc. - IEDA
Contract Second Amendment: City Manager
recommending approval of a resolution author-
izing a second amendment to a contract with
the Iowa Economic Development Authority
(IEDA) for Iowa Values Funds Financial Assis-
tance benefits on behalf of Green Industrial
Supply, Inc. Upon motion the documents were
received and filed and Resolution No. 323-16
Approving a Second Amendment to the Eco-
nomic Development Financial Assistance Con-
tract by and among Green Industrial Supply,
Inc., the City of Dubuque, and the Iowa De-
partment of Economic Development was
adopted.
Book 146 Regular Session, September 19, 2016 364
RESOLUTION NO. 323-16
APPROVING A SECOND AMENDMENT TO
THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FINAN-
CIAL ASSISTANCE CONTRACT BY AND
AMONG GREEN INDUSTRIAL SUPPLY,
INC., THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, AND THE
IOWA DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC DE-
VELOPMENT
Whereas, in 2011, Green Industrial Supply,
Inc. (Green Industrial), the City of Dubuque
(City) and Iowa Economic Development Au-
thority (IEDA) entered into an Economic De-
velopment Financial Assistance Contract (the
Contract) for the expansion of Green Industri-
al’s operations in Dubuque, Iowa; and
Whereas, the Contract provided for a Pro-
ject Completion Date of August 31, 2014; and
Whereas, Green Industrial requested and
IEDA approved an extension of the Project
Completion Date to August 31, 2015 in the
Contract Amendment dated January 16, 2015;
and
Whereas, Green Industrial has requested a
further extension of the Project Completion
Date from August 31, 2015 to August 31,
2016; and
Whereas, IEDA has approved the exten-
sion of the Project Completion Date to August
31, 2016; and
Whereas, the parties now desire to amend
the Contract as set forth in the attached Con-
tract Amendment.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The Contract Amendment at-
tached hereto is hereby approved.
Section 2. The Mayor is hereby authorized
and directed to execute and the City Manager
is hereby directed to submit the Contract
Amendment to the Iowa Economic Develop-
ment Authority together with such other docu-
ments as may be required.
Passed, approved, and adopted this 19th
day of September, 2016.
Kevin J. Lynch, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
14. Delinquent Weed, Junk, and Garbage
Collection Accounts (Health Services): City
Manager recommending the levy of special
assessments for the Weed/Junk/Garbage En-
forcement Programs which is being levied
against 16 separate parcels of property in-
spected from October 5, 2015 to June 21,
2016. Upon motion the documents were re-
ceived and filed and Resolution No. 324-16
Adopting the Schedule of Assessments for
2016 and directing the City Clerk to certify the
Schedule of Assessments to the County
Treasurer and to publish notice thereof was
adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 324-16
ADOPTING THE SCHEDULE OF ASSESS-
MENTS FOR 2016 AND DIRECTING THE
CITY CLERK TO CERTIFY THE SCHEDULE
OF ASSESSMENTS TO THE COUNTY
TREASURER AND TO PUBLISH NOTICE
THEREOF
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOW A:
That after full consideration of the Sched-
ule of Assessments attached hereto for
weed/grass cutting and junk/garbage removal
tax assessments which Schedule of Assess-
ments was filed in the office of the City Clerk
on the September 15, 2016, the said Schedule
of Assessments be and the same is hereby
approved and adopted.
That there be, and is hereby assessed and
levied as a lien upon the real property, the
respective sums indicated.
That the City Clerk be and is hereby di-
rected to certify said schedule to the County
Treasurer of Dubuque County, Iowa and to
publish notice of said certification once each
week for two consecutive weeks in the manner
provided in Iowa Code § 362.3, the first publi-
cation of which shall be not more than fifteen
days from the date of filing of the final sched-
ule. On or before the date of the second publi-
cation of the notice, the City Clerk shall also
mail a copy of said notice to property owners
whose property is subject to assessment, as
provided and directed in Iowa Code § 384.60.
The assessments may be paid in full or in
part without interest at the Utility Billing Office,
City Hall, 50 W. 13th Street, Dubuque, Iowa at
any time within 30 days after the date of the
first publication of the notice of the filing of the
Schedule of Assessments with the County
Treasurer. After 30 days, unpaid assessments
are payable at the County Treasurer’s Office,
Dubuque County Courthouse, 720 Central
Avenue, Dubuque, Iowa and charges shall be
collected in the same manner as general
property taxes against the respective parcels
of the property set opposite the name of the
property owner.
Passed, approved and adopted this 19th
day of September, 2016
Kevin J. Lynch, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
SCHEDULE OF ASSESSMENTS FOR
WEED/JUNK/GARBAGE
ENFORCEMENT PROGRAMS
Property Address; Owner; Parcel; Legal De-
scription; Contractor; Date cut / cleaned up by
contractor; Expense; Admin. Fee; Total
NE Corner of Kaufmann Ave & N
Grandview Ave; Shane Hoeper, 414 N
Madison Ct, Cuba City, Wl43807;
1014376020 & 1014376021; LOT 2-1-1-
Book 146 Regular Session, September 19, 2016 365
1-1-1-1-1-1-1 OF MINERAL LOT 342 &
LOT 2-1-1-1-1-1-1-1 of Min Lot 342;
Hoyne; 09/24/2015; $45.00; $25.00;
$70.00
S. Grandview Ave, 855; Robert & Alana
Neuwoehner, 16401 Nottingham Ct,
Dubuque, lA 52001; 1036151014; Lot 2
Mount Vernon Court Plat 2; Hoyne;
09/18/2015; $90.00; $25.00; $115.00
Burden Ave, 2759; Derrick Pape & Jessica
Murnane, 2759 Burden Ave, Dubuque,
lA 52001; 1013188006; LOT 138 Burden &
Lawther Add; Hoyne; 09/11/2015; $45.00;
$25.00; $70.00
Cannon St, 1811; Daniel Streif, 1811 Can-
non St, Dubuque, lA 52001; 1 036277009;
Lot 2-2-1 Linheins Sub; Hoyne;
09/16/2015; $45.00; $25.00; $70.00
Rhomberg Ave, 1203; Rob Coker, 1203 Rhom-
berg Ave, Dubuque, lA 52001;
1118310023; Se 93' Of Lot 5 Fengler's
Add; Hoyne; 09/25/2015; $56.25; $25.00;
$81.25
Stafford St, 2520; Gary & Annette Haas, 2520
Stafford St, Dubuque, lA 52001;
1013411005; Lot 2 A Stine's Sub; Hoyne;
09/30/2015; $45.00; $25.00; $70.00
Asbury Rd, 1988; Rachel Tucker, 1988
Asbury Rd, Dubuque, lA 52001;
1022429001; Lot 6 Hillcrest Sub; Hoyne;
10/01/2015; $45.00; $25.00; $70.00
Rhomberg Ave, 1230; Robert J & Madonna
C Parker, 1230 Rhomberg Ave, Dubu-
que, lA 52001; 1118311003; Lot 53 Me
Craney's 1st Add; Stackis; 04/25/2016;
$137.00; $25.00; $162.00
Riker St, 973; Gail A. Szudarski, 973 Riker
St, Dubuque, lA 52001; 1025457021; Lot
2 Riker Place; Stackis; 04/25/2016;
$72.00; $25.00; $97.00
Dillon St, 248; Raymond & Patricia Anger,
Po Box 242, Hanover, II 61041;
1025355006; Lot 45 Grandview Ave Add;
Hoyne; 05/17/2016; $67.50; $25.00;
$92.50
Kane St, 815; Linda Schnee, 815 Kane St,
Dubuque, lA 52001; 1014404034; Lot 11
Blk 1 Sunnyview Hills Sub; Hoyne;
05/27/2016; $67.50; $25.00; $92.50
Valeria St, 333; Park Tree Properties 11, LLC,
425 Divisadero St, Ste 207, San Francisco,
Ca 94117; 1024126010; Lot 14 Schaffner's
Sub; Hoyne; 05/27/2016; $67.50; $25.00;
$92.50
York St, 65; Carol D. Johnson, 65 York St,
Dubuque, lA 52003; 1026431011; Lot 2-2-
13 Of Min Lot 149; Hoyne; 06/01/2016;
$100.00; $25.00; $125.00
Dillon St, 248; Raymond & Patricia Anger,
Po Box 242, Hanover, II 61041;
1025355006; Lot 45 Grandview Ave Add;
Hoyne; 06/08/2016; $67.50; $25.00;
$92.50
Elm St, 2721; Travis Kaiser & Kendra
Chapman, 2721 Elm St, Dubuque, lA
52001; 1013182023; S 1/2 Of Lot 191
Glendale Add; Stackis; 06/21/2016;
$45.00; $25.00; $70.00
15. City Street Financing Report for Fiscal
Year 2016: City Manager recommending ap-
proval of the City of Dubuque’s Fiscal Year
2016 City Street Financing Report. Upon mo-
tion the documents were received and filed
and Resolution No. 325-16 Approving the City
of Dubuque Fiscal Year 2016 City Street Fi-
nancing Report was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 325-16
APPROVING THE CITY OF DUBUQUE FIS-
CAL YEAR 2016 CITY STREET FINANCING
REPORT
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the City Street Finance
Report for the period of July 1, 2015, to June
30, 2016, is hereby approved and that the City
Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to file
said report with the Iowa Department of
Transportation.
Passed, approved and adopted this 19th
day of September 2016
Kevin J. Lynch, Mayor Pro Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
16. 2016 Justice Assistance Grant (JAG)
Acceptance: City Manager recommending
acceptance of the 2016 Justice Assistance
Grant (JAG). Upon motion the documents
were received, filed and approved.
17. Visiting Nurses Association Home Ad-
vocate Contract Extension: City Manager rec-
ommending approval to extend the Visiting
Nurse Association agreement through January
2017. Upon motion the documents were re-
ceived, filed and approved.
18. Alternative Services Concepts (ASC)
Renewal Rates: City Manager recommending
approval of Alternative Services Concepts
(ASC) renewal rates for worker’s compensa-
tion claims administration effective October 1,
2016 through September 30, 2017. Upon mo-
tion the documents were received, filed and
approved.
19. Dubuque Main Street Program Agree-
ments: City Manager recommending approval
of a resolution and Program Agreement be-
tween Dubuque Main Street, the City of Dubu-
que and the Iowa Department of Economic
Development. Upon motion the documents
Book 146 Regular Session, September 19, 2016 366
were received and filed and Resolution No.
326-16 Resolution of Support and Financial
Commitment for the Main Street Program in
Dubuque was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 326-16
RESOLUTION OF SUPPORT AND FINAN-
CIAL COMMITMENT FOR THE MAIN
STREET PROGRAM IN DUBUQUE
Whereas, an Agreement between the Iowa
Economic Development Authority, Dubuque
Main Street, and the City of Dubuque for the
purpose of continuing the Main Street Iowa
program in Dubuque; and
Whereas, this Agreement is pursuant to
contractual agreements between the National
Trust for Historic Preservation and the Iowa
Economic Development Authority to assist in
the revitalization of the designated Main Street
project area of Dubuque, Iowa; and
Whereas, the City Council of Dubuque en-
dorses the goal of economic revitalization of
the historic commercial district within the con-
text of preservation and rehabilitation of its
historic buildings and supports the continuation
of the Main Street Four Point Approach® as
developed by the National Trust for Historic
Preservation and espoused by Main Street
Iowa.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by
the City Council of the City of Dubuque, Iowa
meeting in regular session on September 19,
2016, that the City of Dubuque hereby agrees
to support both financially and philosophically
the work of Dubuque Main Street and desig-
nates the Main Street Board to supervise the
Program Director.
Passed, approved, and adopted this 19th
day of September, 2016.
Kevin J. Lynch, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
20. City of Asbury Request to Use Tax In-
crement Financing for Hawkeye Care Facility:
City Manager recommending approval of the
Joint Agreement with the City of Asbury allow-
ing the City of Asbury to utilize tax increment
financing for the relocation of the Hawkeye
Care Facility to Asbury from Dubuque. Upon
motion the documents were received and filed
and Resolution No. 337-16 Approving a Joint
Agreement with the City of Asbury for the relo-
cation of Hawkeye Care Facility from the City
of Dubuque to the City of Asbury, for the pur-
pose of undertaking an urban renewal project
was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 337-16
APPROVING A JOINT AGREEMENT WITH
THE CITY OF ASBURY FOR THE RELOCA-
TION OF HAWKEYE CARE FACILITY FROM
THE CITY OF DUBUQUE TO THE CITY OF
ASBURY FOR THE PURPOSE OF UNDER-
TAKING AN URBAN RENEWAL PROJECT
Whereas, the City of Dubuque has been
presented with a Joint Agreement with the City
of Asbury to consent to the relocation of Haw-
keye Care Facility (the Care Center) from the
City of Dubuque to the City of Asbury, for the
purpose of undertaking an urban renewal pro-
ject; and
Whereas, the City Council has reviewed
the proposed Joint Agreement and has deter-
mined to consent to the relocation of the Care
Center as so proposed.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The City of Dubuque City Coun-
cil hereby approves the Joint Agreement with
the City of Asbury attached hereto.
Section 2. The Mayor is hereby authorized
and directed to sign the Joint Agreement on
behalf of the City of Dubuque.
Passed, approved and adopted this 19th
day of September, 2016.
Kevin J. Lynch, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
21. Improvement Contracts / Performance,
Payment and Maintenance Bonds: Midwest
Concrete, Inc. for the 2016 Asphalt Overlay
Access Ramp Projects Two and Three. Upon
motion the documents were received, filed and
approved.
22. Alcohol Compliance Civil Penalty for
Alcohol License Holder – Aldi, Inc.: City Man-
ager recommending approval of the Acknowl-
edgment/Settlement Agreement for an alcohol
compliance violation for Aldi, Inc., #30, 2160
Holliday Drive. Upon motion the documents
were received, filed and approved.
23. Business License Refund: Request by
GPM Midwest, LLC for a refund of the liquor
license BC0030362 for Fas Mart #5159 locat-
ed at 2175 Central Avenue, due to a license
upgrade. Upon motion the documents were
received, filed and approved.
24. Alcohol and Tobacco License Applica-
tions: City Manager recommending approval of
annual liquor, beer, wine and tobacco license
applications as submitted. Upon motion the
documents were received and filed and Reso-
lution No. 327-16 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
Book 146 Regular Session, September 19, 2016 367
Licenses and Permits; and Resolution No.
328-16 Approving applications for retail ciga-
rette/tobacco sales/nicotine/vapor permits, as
required by Iowa Code 453A.47A were adopt-
ed.
RESOLUTION NO. 327-16
APPROVING APPLICATIONS FOR BEER,
LIQUOR, AND/OR WINE PERMITS, AS RE-
QUIRED BY CITY OF DUBUQUE CODE OF
ORDINANCES TITLE 4 BUSINESS AND LI-
CENSE REGULATIONS, CHAPTER 2 LIQ-
UOR CONTROL, ARTICLE B LIQUOR,
BEER AND WINE LICENSES AND PERMITS
Whereas, applications for Beer, Liquor,
and or Wine Permits have been submitted and
filed with the City Council for approval and the
same have been examined and approved; and
Whereas, the premises to be occupied by
such applicants were inspected and found to
comply with the Ordinances of the City and the
applicants have filed the proper fees and
bonds and otherwise complied with the re-
quirements of the Code of Ordinances.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The City Clerk is hereby author-
ized and directed to cause to be issued the
noted permit types to the following applicants
pending submission of the locally required
documentation:
Renewals
Chocolaterie Stam Dubuque, 269 Main St.,
Special Class C Liquor, Class B Wine (Out-
door) (Sunday)
Denny's Lux Club, 3050 Asbury Rd., Class C
Liquor (Outdoor) (Sunday)
Eagle Country Market, 1800 Elm St., Class E
Liquor, Class B Wine, Class B Beer (Sun-
day)
Fat Tuesday's, 1121 University Ave., Class C
Liquor (Sunday)
Fiesta Cancun, 2515 NW Arterial, Class C
Liquor (Outdoor) (Sunday)
Friendlylocust Mart, 408 West Locust St.,
Class C Beer (Sunday)
Grand River Center, 500 Bell St., Class C Liq-
uor (Catering) (Sunday)
Hy-Vee #1 Clubroom, 3500 Dodge St., Special
Class C Liquor (Sunday)
Iowa Welcome Center, 280 Main St., Class C
Beer, Class B Native Wine (Sunday)
The Copper Kettle, 2987 Jackson St., Class C
Liquor, Class B Native Wine (Living Qtrs.)
(Catering) (Outdoor) (Sunday)
Wal-Mart Supercenter #2004, 4200 Dodge St.,
Class E Liquor, Class B Wine, Class C Beer
(Sunday)
New
Chipotle Mexican Grill, 3450 Dodge St., Class
C Liquor (Outdoor) (Sunday)
Special Event
Fat Tuesday’s 10-1, 1121 University Ave, Add-
ing Outdoor Service
Tott's Tap 9-24, 3457 Jackson St, Adding Out-
door Service
Passed, approved and adopted this 19th
day of September, 2016.
Kevin J. Lynch, Mayor Pro Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
RESOLUTION NO. 328-16
APPROVING APPLICATIONS FOR RETAIL
CIGARETTE / TOBACCO SALES / NICO-
TINE / VAPOR PERMITS, AS REQUIRED BY
IOWA CODE 453A.47A
Whereas, applications for Ciga-
rette/Tobacco Sales have been submitted and
filed with the City Council for approval and the
same have been examined and approved; and
Whereas, the premises to be occupied by
such applicants were inspected and found to
comply with the Ordinances of the City and the
applicants have filed the proper fees and oth-
erwise complied with the requirements of the
Code of Ordinances.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The City Clerk is hereby author-
ized and directed to cause to be issued the
following named applicants and locations for
cigarette/tobacco sales permit.
Special Event: River Rat Vapes 9-23 to 9-25 at
500 Bell St.
Passed, approved and adopted this 19th
day of September, 2016.
Kevin J. Lynch, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
ITEMS SET FOR PUBLIC HEARING
Motion by Connors to receive and file the
documents, adopt the resolutions, set the pub-
lic hearings as indicated, and direct the City
Clerk to publish notice as prescribed by law.
Seconded by Del Toro. Motion carried 7-0.
1. Opening Doors - Partial Releases of
Mortgages: City Manager recommending that
the City Council set a public hearing be set for
October 3, 2016, on the partial release of three
mortgages granted by Opening Doors to the
City of Dubuque. Upon motion the documents
were received and filed and Resolution No.
329-16 Resolution of Intent to dispose of an
interest in real estate by Partial Release of
certain mortgages granted by Opening Doors
to the City of Dubuque, Iowa was adopted
setting a public hearing for a meeting to com-
mence at 6:00 p.m. on October 3, 2016 in the
Historic Federal Building.
Book 146 Regular Session, September 19, 2016 368
RESOLUTION NO. 329-16
INTENT TO DISPOSE OF AN INTEREST IN
REAL ESTATE BY PARTIAL RELEASE OF
CERTAIN MORTGAGES GRANTED BY
OPENING DOORS TO THE CITY OF DUBU-
QUE, IOWA
Whereas, Opening Doors, an Iowa non-
profit corporation, is the owner of Lot 2 of City
Lot 493 in the City of Dubuque, Iowa; and
Whereas, on November 22, 2011 Opening
Doors granted to the City of Dubuque mort-
gages on City Lot 493 in the City of Dubuque,
Iowa recorded as Instrument Nos. 2012-1350,
2012-1352, and 2012-1353 (the “Mortgages”).
The Mortgages contained an incorrect legal
description as Opening Doors owned only Lot
2 of City Lot 493 and not the balance of City
Lot 493 (Lots 1 and 3 of City Lot 493) ; and
Whereas, Opening Doors and Jackson
Street School, LLC, the owner of Lots 1 and 3
of City Lot 493, have requested that the Mort-
gages be released as to Lots 1 and 3; and
Whereas, the City Council has tentatively
determined that the Mortgages should be re-
leased as to those lots; and
Whereas, the City Council has determined
that the proposed partial release of the Mort-
gages should be set for public hearing.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The City of Dubuque intends to
dispose of its interest in the Property by Partial
Release of Mortgages granted by Opening
Doors to the City of Dubuque, Iowa.
Section 2. That the City Clerk is hereby au-
thorized and directed to cause this Resolution
and a notice to be published as prescribed by
Iowa Code Section 364.7 of a public hearing
on the City’s intent to dispose of its interest in
Lots 1 and 3 of City Lot 493 by Partial Release
of Mortgages to be held on the 3rd day of Oc-
tober, 2016, at 6:00 o’clock p.m. at the Historic
Federal Building, 350 West 6th Street, Dubu-
que, Iowa
Passed, approved and adopted this 19th
day of September, 2016.
Kevin J. Lynch, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
BOARDS/COMMISSIONS
Appointment was made to the following com-
mission.
1. Long Range Planning Advisory Com-
mission: One, 3-year term through July 1,
2017 (Expired term of Clements). Applicant:
Ronald Collins, 243 Cardiff St. Motion by
Jones to appoint Mr. Collins to the remainder
of a 3-year term through July 1, 2017. Se-
conded by Connors. Motion carried 7-0.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. Dubuque Regional Airport Parking Lot
Repair Project: Proof of publication on notice
of public hearing to consider approval of plans,
specifications, form of contract, and estimated
cost for the Dubuque Regional Airport Parking
Lot Repair Project and the City Manager rec-
ommending approval. Motion by Connors to
receive and file the documents and adopt
Resolution No. 330-16 Approval of plans,
specifications, form of contract, and estimated
cost for the Dubuque Regional Airport Parking
Lot Repair Project 2016. Seconded by Jones.
Motion carried 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 330-16
APPROVAL OF PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS,
FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATED
COST FOR THE DUBUQUE AIRPORT
PARKING LOT REPAIR PROJECT 2016
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
That the proposed plans, specifications,
form of contract and estimated cost for the
Dubuque Airport Parking Lot Repair Project
2016 in the estimated amount $96,480.80, are
hereby approved.
Passed, adopted and approved this 19th
day of September, 2016.
Kevin J. Lynch, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
2. NW Arterial and Chavenelle Road Left
Turn Lane Improvement Project: Proof of pub-
lication on notice of public hearing to consider
approval of plans, specifications, form of con-
tract, and estimated cost for the Northwest
Arterial/Chavenelle Road Intersection Left
Turn Lane Improvement Project and the City
Manager recommending approval. Motion by
Jones to receive and file the documents and
adopt Resolution No. 331-16 Approval of
plans, specifications, form of contract, and
estimated cost for the Northwest Arterial /
Chavenelle Intersection Left Turn Lane Im-
provement Project. Seconded by Del Toro.
The City Manager stated that the project re-
lates directly to detours related to the South-
west Arterial project construction. Motion car-
ried 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 331-16
APPROVAL OF PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS,
FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATED
COST FOR THE NORTHWEST ARTERIAL /
CHAVENELLE INTERSECTION LEFT TURN
LANE IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Book 146 Regular Session, September 19, 2016 369
That the proposed plans, specifications,
form of contract and estimated cost for the
Northwest Arterial / Chavenelle Intersection
Left Turn Lane Improvements Project in the
estimated amount $231,000.00, are hereby
approved.
Passed, adopted and approved this 19th
day of September, 2016.
Kevin J. Lynch, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
3. Dubuque Industrial Center West - Urban
Renewal Plan Amendment: Proof of publica-
tion on notice of public hearing to approve the
Amended and Restated Urban Renewal Plan
for the Dubuque Industrial Center Economic
Development District and the City Manager
recommending approval. Motion by Del Toro
to receive and file the documents and adopt
Resolution No. 332-16 Approving the Amend-
ed and Restated Urban Renewal Plan for the
Dubuque Industrial Center Economic Devel-
opment District. Seconded by Jones. Motion
carried 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 332-16
APPROVING THE AMENDED AND RE-
STATED URBAN RENEWAL PLAN FOR
THE DUBUQUE INDUSTRIAL CENTER
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT
Whereas, by Resolution 303-16 on August
15, 2016 the City Council of the City of Dubu-
que, Iowa authorized the preparation of an
Amended and Restated Urban Renewal Plan
for the Dubuque Industrial Center Economic
Development District (the "District"); and
Whereas, the Amended and Restated Ur-
ban Renewal Plan for the District dated Sep-
tember 19, 2016 is on file in the City Clerk's
Office; and
Whereas, the City of Dubuque's primary
objective for the Amended and Restated Ur-
ban Renewal Plan for the District is to provide
opportunities which will further economic de-
velopment purposes and objectives as de-
scribed in the Urban Renewal Plan; and
Whereas, the City Council finds that certain
areas adjacent to the District as shown on the
Amended and Restated Urban Renewal Plan
for the District meet the definition of an eco-
nomic development area in Chapter 403 of the
Iowa Code and should be included in the Dis-
trict; and
Whereas, the City Council, in accordance
with Chapter 403 of the Code of Iowa, has
held a public hearing on the Amended and
Restated Urban Renewal Plan after public
notice thereof.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the Amended and Restated
Urban Renewal Plan for the Dubuque Industri-
al Center Economic Development District is
hereby approved.
Section 2. That the City Clerk of the City of
Dubuque, Iowa is hereby authorized and di-
rected to file a certified copy of this Resolution
in the office of the Dubuque County Recorder.
Passed, approved and adopted this 19th
day of September, 2016.
Kevin J. Lynch, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
4. Code of Ordinances Amendment - Title
16 Downtown Design / Architectural Guide-
lines: Proof of publication on notice of public
hearing to consider approval of a request by
the City of Dubuque to amend the Unified De-
velopment Code to replace, in various sec-
tions, references to Downtown Design Guide-
lines with Architectural Guidelines in Sections
16-10 and 16-3 and the Zoning Advisory
Commission recommending approval. Motion
by Connors to receive and file the documents
and that the requirement that a proposed ordi-
nance be considered and voted on for pas-
sage at two Council meetings prior to the
meeting at which it is to be passed be sus-
pended. Seconded by Del Toro. Motion carried
7-0. Planning Services Manager Laura Car-
stens provided a staff report.
Motion by Connors for final consideration
and passage of Ordinance No. 44-16 Amend-
ing City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances Title
16 Unified Development Code, Chapter 10
Historic Preservation Commission Applications
and Procedures, Section 16-10-10 Standards
for Review by References Architectural Guide-
lines; and Ordinance No. 45-16 Amending City
of Dubuque Code of Ordinances Title 16 Uni-
fied Development Code, Chapter 13, Site De-
sign Standards, Section 16-13-2 Applicability
to Reference Architectural Guidelines. Se-
conded by Del Toro. Motion carried 7-0.
OFFICIAL PUBLICATION
ORDINANCE NO. 44-16
AMENDING CITY OF DUBUQUE CODE OF
ORDINANCES TITLE 16 UNIFIED DEVEL-
OPMENT CODE, CHAPTER 10 HISTORIC
PRESERVATION COMMISSION APPLICA-
TIONS AND PROCEDURES, SECTION 16-
10-10 STANDARDS FOR REVIEW BY REF-
ERENCES ARCHITECTURAL GUIDELINES
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. Section 16-10-10 of the City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances, Unified Devel-
opment Code, is hereby amended to read as
follows:
16-10-10 Standards for Review:
A. The commission considers each
design review on the merits of the indi-
vidual case, with due deliberation given
Book 146 Regular Session, September 19, 2016 370
to each proposed change(s) and its
sympathetic relationship to the specific
historic setting, architectural or historic
significance, extent of previous altera-
tion, use of original materials and quali-
ty of design of the existing structure ore
site. Commission approval of a particu-
lar type of alteration or activity does not
establish a binding precedent for future
commission action, but may constitute
an additional factor to be considered in
subsequent design reviews involving
the same type of alteration or activity.
B. The “secretary of interior’s
standards and guidelines for archaeol-
ogy and historic preservation”, the “sec-
retary of interior’s standards for guide-
lines for the treatment of historic prop-
erties”, codified as 36 CFR 68, as
amended, and the “secretary of interi-
or’s standards for rehabilitation and
guidelines for rehabilitating historic
buildings”, provide the guidelines by
which the commission reviews an ap-
plication for a certificate of appropriate-
ness or certified of economic non-
viability, and any subsequent revisions
of these standards and guidelines by
the secretary of interior will be adopted
by the commission.
C. The commission shall also be
guided by the architectural guidelines
and any design standards specified in
the ordinance or amendment designat-
ing the landmark, landmark site or his-
toric district.
D. The commission considers the
factors or architectural style, scale,
mass, arrangement, texture, materials,
and any other pertinent factors. The
proposed work must be appropriate for
and must restore, preserve, or enhance
features of buildings or structures. The
proposed work shall not adversely af-
fect the exterior architectural features
of the building or structure, nor shall the
proposed work adversely affect the
character or special historical, architec-
tural or aesthetic value of the property
and its setting. The proposed work also
must conform to such further standards
as may be embodied in the ordinance.
(Ord. 28-14, 3-17-2014; and. Ord. 40-
15, 6-1-15)
Section 2. This ordinance shall take effect
immediately upon publication, as provided by
law.
Passed, approved and adopted this 19th
day of September, 2016.
/s/Kevin J. Lynch, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: /s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Published officially in the Telegraph Herald
newspaper on the 23rd day of September,
2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
OFFICIAL PUBLICATION
ORDINANCE NO. 45-16
AMENDING CITY OF DUBUQUE CODE OF
ORDINANCES TITLE 16 UNIFIED DEVEL-
OPMENT CODE, CHAPTER 13, SITE DE-
SIGN STANDARDS, SECTION 16-13-2 AP-
PLICABILITY TO REFERENCE ARCHITEC-
TURAL GUIDELINES
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. Section 16-13-2 of the City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances is hereby
amended to read as follows:
16-3-2: APPLICABILITY
A. New Development: Development re-
quiring a site plan under section 16-12-3 of
this title on a site that is vacant or substan-
tially cleared real estate, and not in a spe-
cial development area, shall comply with
the site design standards set forth herein.
B. Redevelopment: Development re-
quiring a site plan under section 16-12-3 of
this title on a site with improved real estate,
involving partial clearance of twenty-five
percent (25%) or more of the building area
and/or expansion of twenty-five percent
(25%) or more of the building area existing
at the time of adoption of this title, and not
in a special development area, shall com-
ply with the site design standards set forth
herein.
C. Special Development Areas: Devel-
opment requiring a site plan under section
15-12-3 of this title that is in one of the fol-
lowing special development areas may be
subject to design standards or guidelines in
addition to or in lieu of the site design
standards set forth herein, as follows:
1. Urban Renewal Districts: These
districts have planning and other crite-
ria that may take precedence over the
site design standards set forth herein.
2. Port of Dubuque Design Stand-
ards: This area has design standards
that may take precedence over the site
design standards set forth herein.
3. Planned Unit Development
(PUD) Districts: These districts may
have site development and perfor-
mance standards that may take prece-
dence over the site design standards
set forth herein.
4. Historic Districts: Historic dis-
tricts, as regulated by chapter 10 of this
title, have architectural guidelines that
may take precedence over the site de-
sign standards set forth herein.
Book 146 Regular Session, September 19, 2016 371
5. Old Town Neighborhood Overlay
District. This overlay district has design
guidelines that may take precedence
over the site design standards set forth
here.
6. Architectural Guidelines: These
guidelines apply to the Downtown De-
sign Guidelines Area and Historic Mill-
work District in accordance with city
policy, and may take precedence over
the site design standards set forth
herein.
Section 2. This ordinance shall take effect
immediately upon publication, as provided by
law.
Passed, approved and adopted this 19th
day of September, 2016.
/s/Kevin J. Lynch, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: /s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Published officially in the Telegraph Herald
newspaper on the 23rd day of September,
2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
5. Code of Ordinances Amendment - Titles
15 & 16 Meeting Requirement for Long Range
Planning Advisory Commission, Zoning Advi-
sory Commission, and the Zoning Board of
Adjustment: Proof of publication on notice of
public hearing to consider approval of a re-
quest by the City of Dubuque to change the
meeting requirement for the Long Range
Planning Advisory Commission, the Zoning
Board of Adjustment and the Zoning Advisory
Commission and the Zoning Advisory Com-
mission recommending approval. Motion by
Del Toro to receive and file the documents and
that the requirement that a proposed ordi-
nance be considered and voted on for pas-
sage at two Council meetings prior to the
meeting at which it is to be passed be sus-
pended. Seconded by Connors. Motion carried
7-0. Planning Services Manager Laura Car-
stens provided a staff report.
Motion by Del Toro for final consideration
and passage of Ordinance No. 46-16 Amend-
ing City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances Title
15 Planning and Zoning, Chapter 2 Long
Range Planning Advisory Commission, Sec-
tion 15-2-10 Meetings by Changing the Meet-
ing Requirement; Ordinance No. 47-16
Amending City of Dubuque Code of Ordinanc-
es Title 16 Unified Development Code, Chap-
ter 8 Zoning Board of Adjustment Applications
and Procedures, Section 16-8-1 Zoning Board
of Adjustment by Changing the Meeting Re-
quirement; and Ordinance No. 48-16 Amend-
ing City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances Title
16 Unified Development Code, Chapter 9 Zon-
ing Advisory Commission Applications and
Procedures, Section 16-9-1 Zoning Advisory
Commission by Changing the Meeting Re-
quirement. Seconded by Jones. Motion carried
7-0.
OFFICIAL PUBLICATION
ORDINANCE NO. 46-16
AMENDING CITY OF DUBUQUE CODE OF
ORDINANCES TITLE 15 PLANNING AND
ZONING, CHAPTER 2 LONG RANGE
PLANNING ADVISORY COMMISSION, SEC-
TION 15-2-10 MEETINGS BY CHANGING
THE MEETING REQUIREMENT
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. Section 15-2-10 of the City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances is amended to
read as follows:
15-2-10: MEETINGS:
A. Meetings: Meetings may be called
by the chairperson or at the written request
of a majority of the commissioners.
B. Open Meetings: All meetings must
be called and held in conformance with the
Iowa open meetings law.
C. Attendance:
1. In the event a commissioner has
been absent for three (3) or more con-
secutive meetings of the commission,
without being excused by the chairper-
son, such absence will be grounds for
the commission to recommend to the
city council that the position be de-
clared vacant and a replacement ap-
pointed.
2. Attendance must be entered up-
on the minutes of all meetings.
D. Minutes: A copy of the minutes of all
regular and special meetings of the com-
mission must be filed with the city council
within ten (10) working days after each
meeting, or by the next regularly scheduled
city council meeting, whichever is later.
E. Quorum: Four (4) commissioners
constitute a quorum for the transaction of
business. The affirmative vote of a majority
of the commissioners present and voting is
necessary for the adoption of any motion
or resolution.
Section 2. This Ordinance takes effect up-
on publication.
Passed, approved and adopted this 19th
day of September, 2016.
/s/Kevin J. Lynch, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: /s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Published officially in the Telegraph Herald
newspaper on the 23rd day of September,
2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Book 146 Regular Session, September 19, 2016 372
OFFICIAL PUBLICATION
ORDINANCE NO. 47-16
AMENDING CITY OF DUBUQUE CODE OF
ORDINANCES TITLE 16 UNIFIED DEVEL-
OPMENT CODE, CHAPTER 8 ZONING
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT APPLICATIONS
AND PROCEDURES, SECTION 16-8-1 ZON-
ING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT BY CHANG-
ING THE MEETING REQUIREMENT
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. Section 16-8-1 of the City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances is amended to
read as follows:
16-8-1: ZONING BOARD OF ADJUST-
MENT:
. . . .
J. Meetings:
1. Meetings: Meetings may be called by
the chairperson or at the written request of
a majority of the members.
2. Open Meetings: All meetings must
be called and held in conformance with the
Iowa open meetings law.
3. Attendance:
a. In the event a member of the
board has been absent for three (3) or
more consecutive meetings of the
board, without being excused by the
chairperson, such absence will be
grounds for the board to recommend to
the city council that the position be de-
clared vacant and a replacement ap-
pointed.
b. Attendance must be entered up-
on the minutes of all meetings.
4. Minutes: A copy of the minutes of all
regular and special meetings of the board
must be filed with the city council within ten
(10) working days after each meeting, or
by the next regularly scheduled city council
meeting, whichever is later.
5. Quorum: The concurring vote of
three (3) members of the board is neces-
sary to reverse any order, requirement, de-
cision, or determination of any such admin-
istrative official, or to decide in favor of the
applicant on any matter upon which it is
required to pass under any such ordinance
or to effect any variation in such ordinance.
. . . .
Section 2. This Ordinance takes effect up-
on publication.
Passed, approved and adopted this 19th
day of September, 2016.
/s/Kevin J. Lynch, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: /s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Published officially in the Telegraph Herald
newspaper on the 23rd day of September,
2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
OFFICIAL PUBLICATION
ORDINANCE NO. 48-16
AMENDING CITY OF DUBUQUE CODE OF
ORDINANCES TITLE 16 UNIFIED DEVEL-
OPMENT CODE, CHAPTER 9 ZONING AD-
VISORY COMMISSION APPLICATIONS AND
PROCEDURES, SECTION 16-9-1 ZONING
ADVISORY COMMISSION BY CHANGING
THE MEETING REQUIREMENT
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. Section 16-9-1 of the City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances is amended to
read as follows:
16-9-1: ZONING ADVISORY COMMIS-
SION:
. . . .
J. Meetings:
1. Meetings: Meetings may be called by
the chairperson or at the written request of
a majority of the commissioners.
2. Open Meetings: All meetings must
be called and held in conformance with the
Iowa open meetings law.
3. Attendance:
a. In the event a commissioner has
been absent for three (3) or more con-
secutive meetings of the commission,
without being excused by the chairper-
son, such absence will be grounds for
the commission to recommend to the
city council that the position be de-
clared vacant and a replacement ap-
pointed.
b. Attendance must be entered up-
on the minutes of all meetings.
4. Minutes: A copy of the minutes of all
regular and special meetings of the com-
mission must be filed with the city council
within ten (10) working days after each
meeting, or by the next regularly scheduled
city council meeting, whichever is later.
5. Quorum: Four (4) commissioners
constitute a quorum for the transaction of
business. The affirmative vote of a majority
of the commissioners present and voting is
necessary except at least four (4) affirma-
tive votes shall be required in the case of:
a) text amendment to the zoning ordi-
nance; b) a substantial zoning reclassifica-
tion; c) approval, denial, or amendment of
a planned district application; d) adoption
of any plan or report; or e) amendment of a
comprehensive plan.
. . . .
Section 2. This Ordinance takes effect up-
on publication.
Passed, approved and adopted this 19th
day of September, 2016.
/s/Kevin J. Lynch, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: /s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Book 146 Regular Session, September 19, 2016 373
Published officially in the Telegraph Herald
newspaper on the 23rd day of September,
2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
6. Fiscal Year 2017 First Budget Amend-
ment: Proof of publication on notice of public
hearing to consider approval of the first Fiscal
Year 2017 Budget Amendment, which amends
the Fiscal Year 2017 budget for City Council
actions since the beginning of the fiscal year.
Motion by Jones to receive and file the docu-
ments and adopt Resolution No. 333-16
Amending the Current Budget for the Fiscal
Year Ending June 30, 2017. Seconded by
Connors. Responding to questions from the
City Council, City Manager Van Milligen stated
that the amendment contained only changes
approved or requested by the City Council.
Motion carried 7-0.
Book 146 Regular Session, September 19, 2016 374
RESOLUTION NO. 333-16
A RESOLUTION AMENDING THE CURRENT BUDGET FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2017
(AS AMENDED LAST ON: N/A
Be it Resolved by the Council of the City of Dubuque, Iowa
Section 1. Following notice published 09/08/2016 and the public hearing held, 09/19/2016 the current budget (as
previously amended) is amended as set out herein and in the detail by fund type and activity that supports this resolu-
tion which was considered at that hearing:
Total Budget Total Budget
as certified Current after Current
or last amended Amendment Amendment
Revenues & Other Financing Sources
Taxes Levied on Property 1 25,555,634 0 25,555,634
Less: Uncollected Property Taxes-Levy Year 2 0 0 0
Net Current Property Taxes 3 25,555,634 0 25,555,634
Delinquent Property Taxes 4 0 0 0
TIF Revenues 5 11,112,649 0 11,112,649
Other City Taxes 6 18,106,679 0 18,106,679
Licenses & Permits 7 1,505,981 0 1,505,981
Use of Money and Property 8 12,893,350 0 12,893,350
Intergovernmental 9 34,561,978 40,077,845 74,639,823
Charges for Services 10 59,462,089 41,860 59,503,949
Special Assessments 11 0 0 0
Miscellaneous 12 1,705,918 490,719 2,196,637
Other Financing Sources 13 14,996,651 3,885,621 18,882,272
Transfers In 14 28,536,128 2,839,761 31,375,889
Total Revenues and Other Sources 15 208,437,057 47,335,806 255,772,863
Expenditures & Other Financing Uses
Public Safety
16 29,240,936 492,119 29,733,055
Public Works 17 13,514,802 920,463 14,435,265
Health and Social Services 18 994,825 51,323 1,046,148
Culture and Recreation 19 11,967,321 618,540 12,585,861
Community and Economic Development 20 14,203,680 123,069 14,326,749
General Government 21 9,131,313 377,493 9,508,806
Debt Service 22 10,088,563 0 10,088,563
Capital Projects
23 27,315,838 52,457,784 79,773,622
Total Government Activities Expenditures 24 116,457,278 55,040,791 171,498,069
Business Type / Enterprises 25 68,698,070 22,808,693 91,506,763
Total Gov Activities & Business Expendi-
tures 26 185,155,348 77,849,484 263,004,832
Transfers Out 27 28,536,128 2,839,761 31,375,889
Total Expenditures/Transfers Out 28 213,691,476 80,689,245 294,380,721
Excess Revenues & Other Sources Over
(Under) Expenditures/Transfers Out Fiscal
Year 29 -5,254,419 -33,353,439 -38,607,858
Beginning Fund Balance July 1 30 29,641,135 46,223,249 75,864,384
Ending Fund Balance June 30 31 24,386,716 12,869,810 37,256,526
Passed this 19th day of, September 2016
Kevin J. Lynch, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Book 146 Regular Session, September 19, 2016 375
7. Lease of Property to Interstate Power
and Light Company for Construction of Solar
Array: Proof of publication on notice of public
hearing to consider approval of a lease with
Interstate Power and Light Company for ap-
proximately 21.14 acres of property recently
acquired by the City of Dubuque near the
Dubuque Industrial Center West north of
Humke Road and west of Seippel Road for
construction of a solar array and the City Man-
ager recommending approval. Motion by Con-
nors to receive and file the documents and
adopt Resolution No. 334-16 Disposing of an
interest in real property located in the City of
Dubuque, Iowa by lease between the City of
Dubuque and Interstate Power and Light
Company. Seconded by Jones. Responding to
questions from the City Council, Sustainable
Innovations Consultant for the Greater Dubu-
que Development Corporation David Lyons,
described how much energy would be gener-
ated, how the energy would be transmitted
from the array and that development designs
would involve Council approval. City Manager
Van Milligen stated that adjacent development
could not shade the array. Motion carried 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 334-16
DISPOSING OF CITY INTEREST IN REAL
PROPERTY LOCATED IN THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA BY LEASE BETWEEN
THE CITY OF DUBUQUE AND INTERSTATE
POWER AND LIGHT COMPANY
Whereas, the City Council, by Resolution
No. 316-16, dated September 6, 2016, de-
clared its intent to dispose of City interest in
real property legally described as:
Lot 2 in “W.A. Norman Place" in Sec-
tion 25, Center Township, Dubuque
County, Iowa according to the plat
thereof (the Property) and;
Whereas, pursuant to published notice, a
public hearing was held on the proposed dis-
position on September 19, 2016 at 6:00 p.m. in
the Historic Federal Building, 350 W. 6th
Street, Dubuque, Iowa; and
Whereas, City desires to lease that part of
the Property described in attached Exhibit A
(the Premises) to Interstate Power and Light
Company pursuant to the Real Property Lease
Agreement (the Lease) now on file at the Of-
fice of the City Clerk, City Hall, 13th and Cen-
tral, Dubuque, Iowa; and
Whereas, the City Council has determined
that it would be in the best interests of the City
to enter into the Lease.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA;
Section 1. The Lease Agreement by and
between the City of Dubuque Interstate Power
and Light Company is hereby approved.
Section 2. The City Manager is authorized
and directed to sign the Lease Agreement on
behalf of the City of Dubuque.
Passed, approved, and adopted this 19th
day of September, 2016.
Kevin J. Lynch, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
ACTION ITEMS
1. Heritage Trail Head Parking Lot Project
Award: City Manager recommending award of
the construction contract for the Heritage Trail
Head Parking Lot Project to the low bidder
Temperly Construction. Motion by Connors to
receive and file the documents and adopt
Resolution No. 335-16 Awarding public im-
provement contract for the Heritage Trail Head
Parking Lot Project. Seconded by Resnick.
Motion carried 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 335-16
AWARDING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT CON-
TRACT FOR THE HERITAGE TRAIL HEAD
PARKING LOT PROJECT
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Whereas, sealed proposals have been
submitted by contractors for the Heritage Trail
Head Parking Lot Project, (the Project) pursu-
ant to Resolution No. 290-16 and Notice to
Bidders published in the Master Builders of
Iowa Plan Room on the 5th day of August,
2016.
Whereas, said sealed proposals were
opened and read on the 8th day of September,
2016 and it has been determined that Temper-
ly Construction of East Dubuque, Illinois, with
a bid in the amount of $ 58,062.50 is the low-
est responsive, responsible bidder for the Pro-
ject.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
That a Public Improvement Contract for the
Project is hereby awarded to Temperly Con-
struction and the City Manager is hereby di-
rected to execute a Public Improvement Con-
tract on behalf of the City of Dubuque for the
Project.
Passed, adopted and approved this 19th
day of September, 2016.
Kevin J. Lynch, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
2. Timber Ridge Estates Preliminary Plat:
Zoning Advisory Commission recommending
approval of the preliminary plat for Timber
Ridge Estates subject to waiving the street
width. Motion by Jones to receive and file the
documents and approve the recommendation.
Seconded by Connors. Planning Services
Book 146 Regular Session, September 19, 2016 376
Manager Laura Carstens provided a staff re-
port and responded to questions from the City
Council regarding Dubuque County street de-
velopment standards versus City street devel-
opment standards with respect to street width,
private maintenance, parking and the potential
for annexation. Motion carried 7-0.
3. Dubuque Industrial Center West Urban
Renewal Ordinance: City Manager recom-
mending Council approval of an ordinance
amending the Tax Increment ordinance for the
Dubuque Industrial Center Economic Devel-
opment District that allow tax increment financ-
ing to be used in the new Subareas H, I and J
of the District. 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 Connors. Motion
carried 7-0.
Motion by Jones for final consideration and
passage of Ordinance No. 49-16 Amending
Ordinance No. 55-15, Previously Amended,
Providing that general property taxes levied
and collected each year on all property located
within the Amended and Restated Dubuque
Industrial Center Economic Development Dis-
trict Urban Renewal Area of the City of Dubu-
que, County of Dubuque, State of Iowa by and
for the benefit of the State of Iowa City of
Dubuque, County of Dubuque, Dubuque
Community School District, and other Taxing
Districts, be paid to a special fund for payment
of principal and interest on loans, monies ad-
vanced to and indebtedness, including bonds
issued or to be issued, incurred by said city in
connection with the Amended and Restated
Dubuque Industrial Center Economic Devel-
opment District Urban Renewal Redevelop-
ment Project. Seconded by Connors. Motion
carried 7-0.
OFFICIAL PUBLICATION
ORDINANCE NO. 49-16
AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 55-15, PRE-
VIOUSLY AMENDED, PROVIDING THAT
GENERAL PROPERTY TAXES LEVIED AND
COLLECTED EACH YEAR ON ALL PROP-
ERTY LOCATED WITHIN THE AMENDED
AND RESTATED DUBUQUE INDUSTRIAL
CENTER ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DIS-
TRICT URBAN RENEWAL AREA OF THE
CITY OF DUBUQUE, COUNTY OF DUBU-
QUE, STATE OF IOWA BY AND FOR THE
BENEFIT OF THE STATE OF IOWA CITY OF
DUBUQUE, COUNTY OF DUBUQUE,
DUBUQUE COMMUNITY SCHOOL DIS-
TRICT, AND OTHER TAXING DISTRICTS,
BE PAID TO A SPECIAL FUND FOR PAY-
MENT OF PRINCIPAL AND INTEREST ON
LOANS, MONIES ADVANCED TO AND IN-
DEBTEDNESS, INCLUDING BONDS IS-
SUED OR TO BE ISSUED, INCURRED BY
SAID CITY IN CONNECTION WITH THE
AMENDED AND RESTATED DUBUQUE IN-
DUSTRIAL CENTER ECONOMIC DEVEL-
OPMENT DISTRICT URBAN RENEWAL RE-
DEVELOPMENT PROJECT
Whereas, the Amended and Restated Ur-
ban Renewal Plan for the Dubuque Industrial
Center Economic Development District Urban
Renewal Project Area described in Resolution
No. 130-88 was adopted on May 2, 1988 and
was thereafter amended and restated by
Resolution No. 484-90 on December 17, 1990,
Resolution No. 142-97 on April 7, 1997, Reso-
lution No. 478-97 on November 17, 1997,
Resolution No. 15-08 on January 7, 2008,
Resolution No. 101-08 on March 17, 2008,
Resolution No. 109-08 on April 7, 2008, Reso-
lution No. 87-11 on March 7, 2011, Resolution
No. 171-13 on June 3, 2013, Resolution No.
197-15 on June 1, 2015 and Resolution No.
309-15 on September 8, 2015, and Resolution
No. 332-16 on September 19, 2016; and
Whereas, the City Council of the City of
Dubuque, Iowa originally provided for the divi-
sion of taxes pursuant to Section 403.19 of the
Code of Iowa within the Dubuque Industrial
Center Economic Development District Urban
Renewal Project Area in Ordinance No. 26-88
passed and approved on May 2, 1988 and
thereafter amended and restated by Ordinance
No. 63-88 on December 5, 1988, by Ordinance
No. 66-97 on November 17, 1997, by Ordi-
nance No. 70-08 on October 20, 2008, by Or-
dinance No. 10-14 on February 3. 2014, by
Ordinance No. 39-15 on June 1, 2015 and by
Ordinance No. 55-15 on September 8, 2015;
and
Whereas, indebtedness has been incurred
by the City, and additional indebtedness is
anticipated to be incurred in the future, to fi-
nance urban renewal project activities within
the Amended and Restated Dubuque Industri-
al Center Economic Development District, and
the continuing needs of redevelopment within
the Amended and Restated Dubuque Industri-
al Center Economic Development District are
such as to require the continued application of
the incremental tax resources of the Amended
and Restated Dubuque Industrial Center Eco-
nomic Development District; and
Whereas, the following enactment is nec-
essary to accomplish the objectives described
in the premises.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA THAT:
Ordinance Number 55-15 is hereby
amended to read as follows:
Section 1: For purposes of this Ordinance,
the following terms shall have the following
meanings:
Book 146 Regular Session, September 19, 2016 377
(a) Original Project Area shall mean
that portion of the City of Dubuque, Iowa
described in the Urban Renewal Plan for
the Dubuque Industrial Center Economic
Development District Urban Renewal Area
approved by Resolution No. 130-88 on
May 2, 1988, and subsequently amended
by Resolution No. 484-90 on December
17, 1990, which Original Project Area in-
cludes the lots and parcels located within
the area now legally described as follows:
All of Dubuque Industrial Center Eighth
Addition; and
All of Lot 1 Dubuque Industrial Center
13th Addition; and
Lot 2 Dubuque Industrial Center 13th
Addition; and
Lot 1-2-2 Dubuque Industrial Center
Fifth Addition; and
Lot 1 Dubuque Industrial Center Fifth
Addition; and
Lot 1 Dubuque Industrial Center 11th
Addition; and
Lot 1 of 2 of Dubuque Industrial Center
Fifth Addition; and
Lot 1 of 2 of Dubuque Industrial Center
Fifth Addition; and
Lot 1-3 Dubuque Industrial Center 12th
Addition; and
Lot 1 of lot 3 of final plat of lot 1 of
Dubuque Industrial Center First Ad-
dition; and
Lot 1 Dubuque Industrial Center 10th
Addition; and
Lot 2-3 Dubuque Industrial Center 12th
Addition; and
Lots 1 & 2 of final plat of lot 1 of Dubu-
que Industrial Center First Addition;
and
Lot 1 Dubuque Industrial Center 12th
Addition; and
Lot 2 Dubuque Industrial Center Ninth
Addition; and
Lot 2 Dubuque Industrial Center 12th
Addition; and
Lot 2-2 Dubuque Industrial Center Sixth
Addition; and
Lot 3 Dubuque Industrial Center Ninth
Addition; and
Lot 1 Dubuque Industrial Center Sixth
Addition; and
Lot 2 of 2 Dubuque Industrial Center 7th
Addition; and
Lot 2-1 Walter Addition; and
Lot 2-1 Walter Addition; and
And all adjoining public right-of-way, all
in the City of Dubuque, Dubuque
County, Iowa.
The Original Project Area is referred to as
"Subarea A" in the Urban Renewal Plan here-
inafter described.
(b) Subarea B shall mean that portion
of the City of Dubuque, Iowa described as
Subarea B in the Amended and Restated
Urban Renewal Plan for the Dubuque In-
dustrial Center Economic Development
District Urban Renewal Area approved by
Resolution No. 478-97 on November 17,
1997, and subsequently amended by Res-
olution No. 15-08 on January 7, 2008,
which Subarea B includes the lots and par-
cels located within the area legally de-
scribed as follows:
Lots 1, 3, 4, 1 of 5, 6 and H of
Dubuque Industrial Center West as
originally platted; and
Lots 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, and C of
Dubuque Industrial Center West 2nd
Addition as originally platted; and
Lots 1, 2, 3, 4, B, and C of Dubuque
Industrial Center West 4th Addition as
originally platted; and
Lots 1 of 1, 1 of 2, 2 of 2, 1 of 3, 2
of 3, 1 of 5, A, C, and D of Dubuque In-
dustrial Center West 5th Addition as
originally platted; and
Lots 1, 2, and A of Dubuque Indus-
trial Center West 6th Addition as origi-
nally platted; and
Lots 1, 1 of 2, and 2 of 2 of Dubu-
que Industrial Center West 7th Addition
as originally platted; and
Lot 2 of 1 of the Southwest Quarter
of the Southwest Quarter and Lot 2 of 1
of the Southeast Quarter of the South-
west Quarter all in Section 30, Town-
ship 89 North, Range 2 East, 5th Prin-
cipal Meridian as originally platted; and
all that part of a 100-foot-wide strip
of the Chicago Central Pacific Railroad
right-of-way lying in the SE 1/4 of Sec-
tion 30, the SE 1/4 of the SW 1/4 of
Section 30, the NW 1/4 of Section 31,
and the NE 1/4 of Section 31 all in
T89N, R2E, of the 5th P.M. Dubuque
County, Iowa the centerline of which is
more particularly described as follows:
beginning at a point of intersection with
the easterly line of the SE 1/4 of Sec-
tion 30, T89N, R2E, of the 5th P.M.,
thence southwesterly along the center-
line of said railroad 2,700 feet, more or
less a point of intersection with the
westerly line of the SE 1/4 of said Sec-
tion 30; thence southwesterly continu-
ing along said centerline 845 feet, more
or less, to a point where the railroad
right-of-way widens to 200 feet, said
point being the terminus of this descrip-
tion; and
all that part of a 100-foot-wide strip
of the Chicago Central Pacific Railroad
right-of-way lying in the Balance of Lot
1 of 1 of the Southwest Quarter of the
Southwest Quarter in Section 29,
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Township 89 North, Range 2 East, 5th
Principal Meridian; and
any adjoining public street right-of-
way all in the City of Dubuque, Dubu-
que County, Iowa.
(c) Subarea C shall mean that portion
of the City of Dubuque, Iowa described as
Subarea C in the Amended and Restated
Urban Renewal Plan for the Dubuque In-
dustrial Center Economic Development
District Urban Renewal Area approved by
Resolution No. 101-08 on March 17, 2008,
which Subarea C includes the lots and
parcels located within the area legally de-
scribed as follows:
Lots 1 and 2 of Dubuque Industrial
Center North Second Addition; and
Lots 2, 3, C and A of Dubuque In-
dustrial Center North First Addition, ex-
cepting that Part of said Lot A originally
platted as Lot 2 of the SW ¼ of the NW
¼ of Sec. 30, T89N, R2E of the 5th PM;
and
any adjoining public street right-of-
way, all in the City of Dubuque, Dubu-
que County, Iowa.
(d) Subarea D shall mean that portion
of the City of Dubuque, Iowa described as
Subarea D in the Amended and Restated
Urban Renewal Plan for the Dubuque In-
dustrial Center Economic Development
District Urban Renewal Area approved by
Resolution No. 109-08 on April 7, 2008,
which Subarea D includes the lots and
parcels located within the area legally de-
scribed as follows:
Lots 1, 2, and B and all of the right
of way of Chavenelle Court in Dubuque
Industrial Center West 8th Addition in
the City of Dubuque, Dubuque County,
Iowa.
(e) Subarea E shall mean that portion
of the City of Dubuque, Iowa described as
Subarea E in the Amended and Restated
Urban Renewal Plan for the Dubuque In-
dustrial Center Economic Development
District Urban Renewal Area approved by
Resolution No. 87-11 on March 7, 2011,
which Subarea E includes the lots and par-
cels located within the area legally de-
scribed as follows:
All of Lot 1 of 1 and Lot 1 of 2 of the
South Fork Subdivision No. 1 as origi-
nally platted, including any adjoining
public street right-of-way to said lots, all
in the City of Dubuque, Dubuque Coun-
ty, Iowa and;
All of Seippel Road right of way
from the north boundary line of Lot 1 of
1 of South Fork Subdivision No. 1 in
the City of Dubuque, to the south
boundary lines of Lot H of Dubuque In-
dustrial Center West and Lot 1 of
Dubuque Industrial Center West 2nd
Addition in the City of Dubuque, Dubu-
que County, Iowa including crossings
at the intersections of Old Highway
Road and Chicago Central & Pacific
Railroad rights-of-way.
(f) Subarea F shall mean that portion of
the City of Dubuque, Iowa and Dubuque
County described as Subarea F in the
Amended and Restated Urban Renewal
Plan for the Dubuque Industrial Center
Economic Development District Urban Re-
newal Area approved by Resolution No.
197-15 on June 1, 2015, which Subarea F
includes the lots and parcels located within
the area legally described as follows:
Lot one (1) of Graf Farm Subdivi-
sion #2, Dubuque County, Iowa accord-
ing to the recorded plat thereof;
Lot 1 of Lot 1 of Lot 1 of Lot 1 of
West One-half of Northeast One-
quarter, Section 25, Township 89 North
, Range 1 East of the 5th Principal Me-
ridian, in Center Township , Dubuque
County , Iowa;
Lot 2 in “W.A. Norman Place" in
Section 25, Center Township, Dubuque
County, Iowa according to the plat
thereof; and
The NW 1/4 of the SE 1/4 of Sec-
tion 25, Township 89 North, Range 1
East of the 5th P.M., in Center Town-
ship, Dubuque County, Iowa.
(g) Subarea G shall mean that portion of
the City of Dubuque, Iowa and Dubuque Coun-
ty described as Subarea G in the Amended
and Restated Urban Renewal Plan for the
Dubuque Industrial Center Economic Devel-
opment District Urban Renewal Area approved
by Resolution No. 309-15 on September 8,
2015, which Subarea G includes the lots and
parcels located within the area legally de-
scribed as follows:
The South one-half of the North-
west Quarter of Section 29, Township
89 North, Range 2 East of the 5th Prin-
cipal Meridian, in the City of Dubuque,
Iowa.
Lot 1 of Lot 1 of the Northwest
Quarter of the Northwest Quarter of
Section 29, Township 89 North, Range
2 East of the 5th Principal Meridian, in
the City of Dubuque, Iowa.
Lot 2 of McFadden Farm Place #2,
in the City of Dubuque, Iowa.
Lot 2 of McFadden Farm Place, in
the City of Dubuque, Iowa.
Lot A of Lot 1 of 1 of the Southwest
Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of
Section 29, Township 89 North, Range
2 East of the 5th Principal Meridian, in
the City of Dubuque, Iowa.
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Lot A of Lot 1 of 1 of the Northwest
Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of
Section 29, Township 89 North, Range
2 East of the 5th Principal Meridian, in
the City of Dubuque, Iowa.
All in the City of Dubuque, Dubuque
County, Iowa.
(h) Subarea H shall mean that portion
of the City of Dubuque, Iowa and Dubuque
County described as Subarea H in the
Amended and Restated Urban Renewal
Plan for the Dubuque Industrial Center
Economic Development District Urban Re-
newal Area approved by Resolution No.
332-16 on September 19, 2016, which
Subarea H includes the lots and parcels
located within the area legally described as
follows:
Lot 1 of the Northeast ¼ of the
Northeast ¼, and Lot 2 of Lot 1 of Lot 1
of Lot 2 of the Northeast ¼ of the
Northeast ¼, of Section 30, in Town-
ship 89 North, Range 2 East of the 5th
Principal Meridian, in the City of Dubu-
que, Iowa.
(i) Subarea I shall mean that portion of
the City of Dubuque, Iowa and Dubuque
County described as Subarea I in the
Amended and Restated Urban Renewal
Plan for the Dubuque Industrial Center
Economic Development District Urban Re-
newal Area approved by Resolution No.
332-16 on September 19, 2016, which
Subarea I includes the lots and parcels lo-
cated within the area legally described as
follows:
Lot 2 Seippel Road Place #2, Dubuque
County, Iowa.
Lot 2-1-1 of the Southeast Quarter of
the Southeast Quarter of Section 25,
Township 89 North, Range 2 East of
the 5th Principal Meridian, Dubuque
County, Iowa
(j) Subarea J shall mean that portion of
the City of Dubuque, Iowa and Dubuque
County described as Subarea J in the
Amended and Restated Urban Renewal
Plan for the Dubuque Industrial Center
Economic Development District Urban Re-
newal Area approved by Resolution No.
332-16 on September 19, 2016, which
Subarea J includes the lots and parcels lo-
cated within the area legally described as
follows:
Lot 2 Julien Care Place, Dubuque
County, Iowa.
Lot 3 Julien Care Place, Dubuque
County, Iowa
Lot 2-1 Julien Care Place, Dubuque
County, Iowa
(k) Amended Project Area shall mean
that portion of the City of Dubuque, Iowa
and Dubuque County included within the
Original Project Area, Subarea B, Subarea
C, Subarea D, Subarea E, Subarea F,
Subarea G, Subarea H, Subarea I, and
Subarea J, each as described in this Sec-
tion.
(l) Urban Renewal Plan shall mean the
Amended and Restated Urban Renewal
Plan adopted for the Amended Project Ar-
ea by Resolution No. 332-16 on Septem-
ber 19, 2016, and any subsequent
amendments that may occur.
Section 2: The taxes levied on the taxable
property in the Amended Project Area, and
each subarea thereof, legally described in
Section 1 hereof, by and for the benefit of the
State of Iowa City of Dubuque, County of
Dubuque, Dubuque Community School Dis-
trict, and all other taxing districts from and after
the effective date of this Ordinance shall be
divided as hereinafter in this Ordinance pro-
vided.
Section 3: As to the Original Project Area,
that portion of the taxes which would be pro-
duced by the rate at which the tax is levied
each year by or for each of the taxing districts
taxing property in the Original Project Area
upon the total sum of the assessed value of
the taxable property in the Original Project
Area as shown on the assessment roll as of
January 1, 1987, being the first day of the cal-
endar year preceding the effective date of Or-
dinance No. 26-88, shall be allocated to and
when collected be paid into the fund for the
respective taxing district as taxes by or for said
taxing district into which all other property tax-
es are paid. The taxes so determined shall be
referred herein as the "base period taxes" for
such Subarea.
As to Subarea B, base period taxes shall
be computed in the same manner using the
total assessed value shown on the assess-
ment roll as of January 1, 1996, being the as-
sessment roll applicable to property in such
Subarea as of January 1 of the calendar year
preceding the effective date of Ordinance No.
66-97.
As to Subarea C, base period taxes shall
be computed in the same manner using the
total assessed value shown on the assess-
ment roll as of January 1, 2007, being the as-
sessment roll applicable to property in such
subarea as of January 1 of the calendar year
preceding the effective date of Ordinance No.
70-08.
As to Subarea D, base period taxes shall
be computed in the same manner using the
total assessed value shown on the assess-
ment roll as of January 1, 2007, being the as-
sessment roll applicable to property in such
subarea as of January 1 of the calendar year
preceding the effective date of Ordinance No.
70-08.
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As to Subarea E, base period taxes shall
be computed in the same manner using the
total assessed value shown on the assess-
ment roll as of January 1, 2013, being the as-
sessment roll applicable to property in such
subarea as of January 1, of the calendar year
preceding the effective date of Ordinance No.
10-14.
As to Subarea F, base period taxes shall
be computed in the same manner using the
total assessed value shown on the assess-
ment roll as of January 1, 2014, being the as-
sessment roll applicable to property in such
subarea as of January 1 of the calendar year
preceding the effective date of Ordinance No.
39-15.
As to Subarea G, base period taxes shall
be computed in the same manner using the
total assessed value shown on the assess-
ment roll as of January 1, 2014, being the as-
sessment roll applicable to property in such
subarea as of January 1 of the calendar year
preceding the effective date of Ordinance No.
55-15.
As to Subarea H, base period taxes shall
be computed in the same manner using the
total assessed value shown on the assess-
ment roll as of January 1, 2015, being the as-
sessment roll applicable to property in such
subarea as of January 1 of the calendar year
preceding the effective date of this Ordinance.
As to Subarea I, base period taxes shall be
computed in the same manner using the total
assessed value shown on the assessment roll
as of January 1, 2015, being the assessment
roll applicable to property in such subarea as
of January 1 of the calendar year preceding
the effective date of this Ordinance.
As to Subarea J, base period taxes shall
be computed in the same manner using the
total assessed value shown on the assess-
ment roll as of January 1, 2015, being the as-
sessment roll applicable to property in such
subarea as of January 1 of the calendar year
preceding the effective date of this Ordinance.
Section 4: That portion of the taxes each
year in excess of the base period taxes for the
Amended Project Area, determined for each
sub-area thereof as provided in Section 3 of
this Ordinance, shall be allocated to and when
collected be paid into the special tax increment
fund previously established by the City of
Dubuque to pay the principal of and interest on
loans, monies advanced to, or indebtedness,
whether funded, refunded, assumed or other-
wise, including bonds issued under authority of
Section 403.9 or Section 403.12 of the Code of
Iowa incurred by the City of Dubuque, Iowa to
finance or refinance, in whole or in part, urban
renewal projects undertaken within the
Amended Project Area pursuant to the Urban
Renewal Plan, except that taxes for the regular
and voter-approved physical plant and equip-
ment levy of a school district imposed pursuant
to Section 298.2 of the Code of Iowa and taxes
for the instructional support program of a
school district imposed pursuant to Section
257.19 (but in each case only to the extent
required under Section 403.19(2)), taxes for
the payment of bonds and interest of each
taxing district, and taxes imposed under Sec-
tion 346.77 (22) related to joint county-city
buildings, shall be collected against all taxable
property within the Amended Project Area
without any limitation as hereinabove provided.
Section 5: Unless or until the total as-
sessed valuation of the taxable property in the
subareas of the Amended Project Area ex-
ceeds the total assessed value of the taxable
property in said subareas shown by the as-
sessment rolls referred to in Section 3 of this
Ordinance, all of the taxes levied and collected
upon the taxable property in the Amended
Project Area shall be paid into the funds for the
respective taxing districts as taxes by or for the
taxing districts in the same manner as all other
property taxes.
Section 6: At such time as the loans, mon-
ies advanced, bonds and interest thereon and
indebtedness of the City of Dubuque referred
to in Section 4 hereof have been paid, all mon-
ies thereafter received from taxes upon the
taxable property in the Amended Project Area
shall be paid into the funds for the respective
taxing districts in the same manner as taxes
on all other property.
Section 7: All ordinances or parts of ordi-
nances in conflict with the provisions of this
Ordinance are hereby repealed. The provi-
sions of this Ordinance are intended and shall
be construed so as to continue the division of
taxes from taxable property in the Amended
Project Area under the provisions of Section
403.19 of the Code of Iowa as authorized in
Ordinance No. 55-15, and to fully implement
the division of taxes in Subarea H, Subarea I,
and Subarea J of the Amended Project Area.
In the event that any provision of this Ordi-
nance shall be determined to be contrary to
law it shall not affect other provisions or appli-
cation of this Ordinance which shall at all times
be construed to fully invoke the provisions of
Section 403.19 of the Code of Iowa with refer-
ence to the Amended Project Area and the
subareas contained therein.
Section 8: This Ordinance shall be in effect
after its final passage, approval and publica-
tion as provided by law.
Passed and approved this 19th day of Sep-
tember, 2016.
/s/Kevin J. Lynch, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: /s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Read first time: September 19, 2016
Passed and approved: September 19, 2016
Published: September 23, 2016
Book 146 Regular Session, September 19, 2016 381
4. Property Acquisition - 6450 Pennsylva-
nia Avenue: City Manager recommending ap-
proval of the acquisition of 6450 Pennsylvania
Avenue from Douglas M. and Dianne M.
Fritsch and further recommends authorization
of the acceptance of the Warranty Deed and
any other related steps necessary to carry out
the terms of the Offer. Motion by Connors to
receive and file the documents and adopt
Resolution No. 336-16 Approving the acquisi-
tion of real estate owned by Douglas M. and
Dianne M. Fritsch in the City of Dubuque. Se-
conded by Jones. Responding to questions
from the City Council, City Manager Van Milli-
gen explained that the City was contacted
about purchasing the property and acquire
adjacent properties as they become available.
City Engineer Gus Psihoyos explained how the
Dubuque County valuation was used to arrive
at a purchase price. Motion carried 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 336-16
APPROVING THE ACQUISITION OF REAL
ESTATE OWNED BY DOUGLAS M. AND
DIANNE M. FRITSCH, IN THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE
Whereas, the Dubuque Industrial Center
Economic Development District is an urban
renewal area which allows the City of Dubuque
to capture tax increment revenue from im-
provements made in the District in order to
promote economic development activities; and
Whereas, the City of Dubuque expanded
the Dubuque Industrial Center Economic De-
velopment District via Resolution 332-16; and
Whereas, the proposed expansion and
amendment of the Dubuque Industrial Center
Economic Development District will result in
acquisition of certain real estate, namely 6450
Pennsylvania Avenue, Dubuque, IA 52002;
and
Whereas, Douglas M. and Dianne M.
Fritsch (the Owners) of this certain real estate
have voluntarily agreed to sell to the City of
Dubuque the certain real estate legally de-
scribed as follows (the Property):
Lot 1 of the Northeast ¼ of the North-
east ¼, and Lot 2 of Lot 1 of Lot 1 of
Lot 2 of the Northeast ¼ of the North-
east ¼, of Section 30, in Township 89
North, Range 2 East of the 5th P.M. ac-
cording to the recorded plats thereof
(6450 Pennsylvania Avenue)
Whereas, acquiring the Property will allow
expansion of the Dubuque Industrial Center
Economic Development District; and
Whereas, the acquisition of this real estate
is a voluntarily negotiated purchase by the City
of Dubuque under Section 6B.1A of the Code
of Iowa and is not an acquisition by the City of
Dubuque through its exercise of the power of
eminent domain under Chapter 6B of the Code
of Iowa; and
Whereas, the Owners have agreed to sell
the Property for a total cost of $204,000.00;
and
Whereas, a purchase agreement and ac-
knowledgment of voluntary negotiation have
been finalized with the Owners of the real es-
tate scheduled for acquisition; and
Whereas, it is in the best interest of the
City to acquire the Property, subject to review
of the updated abstract and title opinion by the
City Attorney’s Office.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the City Council of the City
of Dubuque, Iowa hereby approves the Offer
to Buy Real Estate and Acceptance attached
hereto subject to review of the updated ab-
stract and title opinion by the City Attorney’s
Office.
Section 2. That the City of Dubuque be and
is hereby authorized to accept a Warranty
Deed from the owner, conveying the owner’s
interest to the City of Dubuque, Iowa for the
herein described real estate.
Section 3. That the City Clerk be and is
hereby authorized and directed to cause said
Warranty Deed to be recorded in the office of
the Dubuque County Recorder, together with a
certified copy of this Resolution.
Passed, approved and adopted this 19th
day of September, 2016.
Kevin J. Lynch, Mayor Pro-Tem
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
5. Fair Housing Testing Requests for Pro-
posals: City Manager recommending approval
of the selection of the Fair Housing Center of
Nebraska and Iowa to provide both the origi-
nally proposed testing as well as the testing
based on disability, and allow the City Attor-
ney's Office to negotiate the contract subject to
City Manager approval. Motion by Jones to
receive and file the documents and approve
the recommendation. Seconded by Rios. Re-
sponding to questions from the City Council,
Assistant City Attorney Crenna Brumwell ad-
dressed how the testing would be conducted
and how the results would be utilized in the
areas of enforcement, education, intervention
and training of staff and landlords. Motion car-
ried 7-0.
6. Request for Work Session - Bee Branch
Creek Restoration Project Walking Tour: City
Manager recommending that the City Council
schedule a work session for a walking tour of
the Bee Branch Creek Restoration Project for
Monday, October 24, 2016, at 5:00 p.m. Mo-
tion by Connors to receive and file the docu-
ments and set the work session as recom-
mended. Council Member Jones stated that he
is unavailable. Motion carried 7-0.
Book 146 Regular Session, October 3, 2016 382
COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS
Council Member Jones reported on the
NICC / Dubuque Sheriff Law Enforcement
Simulator ribbon cutting at 4:30 p.m. on Octo-
ber 10, 2016 at NICC’s downtown campus.
Mayor Buol recognized and congratulated
City Attorney Barry Lindahl for 41 years of
service and 768 Council meetings as City At-
torney as he transitions to part-time Senior
Counsel beginning October 1, 2016.
CLOSED SESSION
Motion by Jones to convene in closed ses-
sion at 7:08 p.m. to discuss pending litigation
and property acquisition pursuant to Chapter
21.5(1)(c), -(j) Code of Iowa. Seconded by
Resnick. Mayor Pro-Tem Lynch 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 Barry
Lindahl, Assistant City Attorney Crenna Brum-
well, Assistant City Attorney Maureen Quann,
and Attorney Ivan Webber. Motion carried 7-0.
Upon motion the City Council reconvened
in open session at 8:05 p.m. stating that staff
had been given proper direction.
There being no further business, upon mo-
tion the City Council adjourned at 8:06 p.m.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, CMC, City Clerk
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
REGULAR SESSION
OFFICIAL
The Dubuque City Council met in regular
session at 6:00 p.m. on October 3, 2016 in the
Historic Federal Building, 350 W. 6th Street.
Present: Mayor Buol; Council Members
Connors, Del Toro, Jones, Lynch, Resnick,
Rios; 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
Mayor Buol welcomed recently appointed
City Attorney Crenna Brumwell.
PRESENTATION(S)
1. International Economic Development
Council 2016 Leadership Award was present-
ed to Mayor Roy D. Buol by Rick Dickinson,
Executive Director and CEO of Greater Dubu-
que Development Corp.
2. Tom McDonald Safety (ISRMSA) Award:
Civil Engineer Jon Dienst presented the Tom
McDonald Safety Award from the Iowa Streets
and Road Maintenance Supervisors Associa-
tion (ISRMSA) recognizing the City of Dubu-
que for the Grandview Avenue/Delhi
Street/Grace Street Roundabout Project.
PROCLAMATION(S)
1. Keeping the Lights on After School Day
(October 13, 2016) was accepted by Beth
McGorry of St. Mark Youth Enrichment, 1201
Locust Street.
2. White Cane Safety Day (October 15,
2016) was accepted by Judy Jacobs and Mary
Bargas on behalf of Tri-State Blind Society and
Dubuque Association for the Blind respective-
ly, 3333 Asbury Road.
3. Gentleman Day (October 19, 2016) was
accepted by: Nelly Hill of Waypoint Services
Dubuque, 452 W. 4th Street.
4. Trick-or-Treat Night (October 31, 2016)
was accepted by Mayor Roy D. Buol.
5. Chaplain Aloysius Schmitt Week (Octo-
ber 3-7, 2016) was accepted by Dick Bridges,
Past Commander, American Legion Post 6,
1306 Delhi Street.
Book 146 Regular Session, October 3, 2016 383
6. Arts and Humanities Month (October
2016) was accepted by Arts and Cultural Af-
fairs Commissioners Ellen Henkels, Susan
Reidel, David Schmitz, and Mary Armstrong
7. Make-a-Will Month (October 2016) was
accepted by Make-a-Will Month Committee
Members Susan Henricks, David Schmitz, and
Ric Jones.
CONSENT ITEMS
Motion by Lynch to receive and file the
documents, adopt the resolutions, and dispose
of as indicated. Seconded by Resnick. Council
Member Jones requested #5 be held for sepa-
rate discussion. Motion carried 7-0.
1. Minutes and Reports Submitted: City
Council Proceedings 9/19; Civil Service Com-
mission of 8/9, 9/26; Sister City Relationships
Advisory Commission of 9/14; Proofs of Publi-
cation on City Council Proceedings of 9/6,
9/12; Proof of Publication for List of Claims
and Summary of Revenues for Month Ending
8/31. Upon motion the documents were re-
ceived and filed.
2. Notice of Claims and Suits: Marvin
Brantley for vehicle damage; Donna Klein for
property damage. Upon motion the documents
were received, filed and referred to the City
Attorney.
3. Disposition of Claims: City Attorney ad-
vising that the following claims have been re-
ferred to Public Entity Risk Services of Iowa,
the agent for the Iowa Communities Assurance
Pool: Marvin Brantley for vehicle damage;
Donna Klein for property damage; Ciara
Neealy for vehicle damage. Upon motion the
documents were received, filed and concurred.
4. International Day of Peace Recognition
of City Employees: City Manager transmitting
information about Human Rights Director Kelly
Larson and Circles Coach Ermina Soler re-
ceiving recognition from Dubuque’s Interna-
tional Day of Peace Committee. Upon motion
the documents were received and filed.
5. Dubuque Fire Department - 2016 Mis-
sion: Lifeline® EMS Silver Award: The Dubu-
que Fire Department received a 2016 Mission:
Lifeline® EMS Silver Award from the American
Heart Association for implementing quality
improvement measures for the treatment of
patients who experience severe heart attacks.
Motion by Jones to receive and file. Seconded
by Connors. Jones recognized Fire Depart-
ment staff for their achievement. Motion car-
ried 7-0.
6. Pool Assessment Study Consultant Se-
lection: City Manager recommending approval
of the selection of MSA Professional Services,
Inc. to complete a facility assessment and re-
port (Tasks 1A and 1B) for both the Flora and
Sutton Pools. Upon motion the documents
were received, filed and approved.
7. Acceptance of Ingress and Egress
Easement - 3080 Cedar Crest Court: City
Manager recommending acceptance of a
Grant of Ingress and Egress Easement over
property at 3080 Cedar Crest Court. Upon
motion the documents were received and filed
and Resolution No. 338-16 Accepting a Grant
of Ingress and Egress Easement through, over
and across part of Lot 2 of Lot 3 of Cedar
Ridge Farm Place No. 7, in the City of Dubu-
que, Iowa was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 338-16
ACCEPTING A GRANT OF INGRESS AND
EGRESS EASEMENT THROUGH, OVER
AND ACROSS PART OF LOT 2 OF LOT 3
OF CEDAR RIDGE FARM PLACE NO. 7, IN
THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
Whereas, BM Properties, LLC has execut-
ed an Ingress and Egress Easement through,
over and across Part of Lot 2 of Lot 3 of Cedar
Ridge Farm Place No. 7, in the City of Dubu-
que, Dubuque County, Iowa which provides
the City of Dubuque access to the existing
storm water detention facility on located on Lot
A Cedar Ridge Farm Place No. 8 for mainte-
nance to said facility.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The City Council of the City of
Dubuque, Iowa hereby approves of, accepts
and consents to the Grant of Ingress and
Egress Easement through, over and across
Part of Lot 2 of Lot 3 of Cedar Ridge Farm
Place No. 7, in the City of Dubuque, Dubuque
County, Iowa from BM Properties, LLC, a copy
of which is attached hereto.
Section 2. The Mayor is hereby authorized
and directed to execute and acknowledge on
behalf of the City of Dubuque any instruments
in connection herewith.
Section 3. That the City Clerk be and is
hereby authorized and directed to record a
certified copy of this resolution in the offices of
the City Assessor, Dubuque County Recorder
and Dubuque County Auditor.
Passed, approved and adopted this 3rd day
of October, 2016
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
8. Acceptance of Permanent Easement for
Sanitary Sewer - 4825 Asbury Road: City
Manager recommending acceptance of a
Book 146 Regular Session, October 3, 2016 384
Grant of Sanitary Sewer Easement from Half
Moon, LLC for a permanent sanitary sewer
easement across 4825 Asbury Road. Upon
motion the documents were received and filed
and Resolution No. 339-16 Accepting a Grant
of Easement for Sanitary Sewer through, over
and across part of Lot 1 of 2 of Remakel
Place, in the City of Dubuque, Iowa was
adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 339-16
ACCEPTING A GRANT OF EASEMENT FOR
SANITARY SEWER THROUGH, OVER AND
ACROSS PART OF LOT 1 OF 2 OF RE-
MAKEL PLACE, IN THE CITY OF DUBU-
QUE, IOWA
Whereas, Half Moon, LLC has executed a
Permanent Easement for Sanitary Sewer
through, over and across Part of Lot 1 of 2 of
Remakel Place in the City of Dubuque, Dubu-
que County, Iowa.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The City Council of the City of
Dubuque, Iowa hereby approves of, accepts
and consents to the Grant of Permanent
Easement for Sanitary Sewer through, over
and across Part of Lot 1 of 2 of Remakel Place
in the City of Dubuque, Dubuque County, Iowa
as shown on the Grant of Easement for Sani-
tary Sewer Utility, from Half Moon, LLC, a copy
of which is attached hereto.
Section 2. The Mayor is hereby authorized
and directed to execute and acknowledge on
behalf of the City of Dubuque any instruments
in connection herewith.
Section 3. The City Clerk is hereby author-
ized to and directed to record this resolution
and easement with the Dubuque County Re-
corder.
Passed, approved and adopted this 3rd day
of October, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
9. Acceptance of Grant of Sanitary Sewer
Utility Easement - 3225 Pennsylvania Avenue:
City Manager recommending acceptance of a
Grant of Sanitary Sewer Easement from
Dubuque Senior Housing IV, LLC, for a per-
manent easement for sanitary sewer across
part of 3225 Pennsylvania Avenue. Upon mo-
tion the documents were received and filed
and Resolution No. 340-16 Accepting a Grant
of Easement for Sanitary Sewer Through, over
and across part of Lot 1 of Lange Estate, in the
City of Dubuque, Iowa was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 340-16
ACCEPTING A GRANT OF EASEMENT FOR
SANITARY SEWER THROUGH, OVER AND
ACROSS PART OF LOT 1 OF LANGE ES-
TATE, IN THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
Whereas, Dubuque Senior Housing IV,
LLC has executed a Permanent Easement for
Sanitary Sewer through, over and across Part
of Lot 1 of Lange Estate in the City of Dubu-
que, Dubuque County, Iowa.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The City Council of the City of
Dubuque, Iowa hereby approves of, accepts
and consents to the Grant of Permanent
Easement for Sanitary Sewer through, over
and across Part of Lot 1 of Lange Estate in the
City of Dubuque, Dubuque County, Iowa as
shown on the Plat of Sanitary Sewer Ease-
ment recorded as Instrument No. 2016-
00011887 in the Dubuque County Recorder’s
Office, from Dubuque Senior Housing IV, LLC,
a copy of which is attached hereto.
Section 2. The Mayor is hereby authorized
and directed to execute and acknowledge on
behalf of the City of Dubuque any instruments
in connection herewith.
Section 3. The City Clerk is hereby author-
ized to and directed to record this resolution
and easement with the Dubuque County Re-
corder.
Passed, approved and adopted this 3rd day
of October, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
10. Upper Mississippi River - A Vital Re-
source for Regional Economic Prosperity Bro-
chure: City Manager transmitting the Upper
Mississippi River - A Vital Resource for Re-
gional Economic Prosperity Brochure. Upon
motion the documents were received and filed.
11. Friends of St. Mary's / Steeple Square -
Fourth Amendment to Development Agree-
ment: City Manager recommending approval
of the Fourth Amendment to the Development
Agreement between the City of Dubuque and
Friends of St. Mary’s D/B/A Steeple Square for
the property located at 1501 Jackson Street.
Upon motion the documents were received
and filed and Resolution No. 341-16 Approving
the Fourth Amendment to the Development
Agreement between the City of Dubuque, Iowa
and Friends of St. Mary's D/B/A Steeple
Square was adopted.
Book 146 Regular Session, October 3, 2016 385
RESOLUTION NO. 341-16
APPROVING THE FOURTH AMENDMENT
TO THE DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BE-
TWEEN THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
AND FRIENDS OF ST. MARY’S D/B/A
STEEPLE SQUARE
Whereas, the City of Dubuque (City) and
Friends of St. Mary’s D/B/A/Steeple Square
(Developer) entered into a Development
Agreement, dated May 2, 2016, and as
amended by the First Amendment dated June
6, 2016, the second Amendment dated July
18, 2016, and the Third Amendment dated
September 19, 2016, for the rehabilitation of
1501 Jackson Street, Dubuque, Iowa (the
Property); and
Whereas, the parties desire to amend the
Development Agreement with respect to the
closing date; and
Whereas, the City Council of the City of
Dubuque finds that the City of Dubuque should
approve to the Fourth Amendment to Devel-
opment Agreement.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The City Council of the City of
Dubuque hereby approves the Fourth
Amendment to Development Agreement, a
copy of which is attached hereto.
Section 2. The Mayor is authorized and di-
rected to sign the Fourth Amendment to De-
velopment Agreement of behalf of the City of
Dubuque.
Passed, approved and adopted this 3rd day
of October, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
12. Friends of St. Mary's / Steeple Square -
Collateral Assignment of Development Agree-
ment: City Manager recommending approval
of a Collateral Assignment of the Development
Agreement for the 1501 Jackson Street project
to Dubuque Bank & Trust. Upon motion the
documents were received and filed and Reso-
lution No. 342-16 Approving Collateral As-
signment of Development Agreement related
to rehabilitation of 1501 Jackson Street was
adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 342-16
APPROVING COLLATERAL ASSIGNMENT
OF DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT RELAT-
ED TO REHABILITATION OF 1501 JACK-
SON STREET
Whereas, the property at 1501 Jackson
Street in Dubuque, Iowa (the Building) is
owned by Friends of St. Mary’s D/B/A Steeple
Square (Owner); and
Whereas, Owner and the City of Dubuque
(City) have entered into a Development
Agreement for the rehabilitation of the Build-
ing; and
Whereas, Owner has created a special
purpose entity to facilitate the use of federal
and state historic tax credits and other devel-
opment programs in the rehabilitation project,
to wit, Jackson Street School, LLC which is
owned by Friends of St. Mary’s D/B/A Steeple
Square; and
Whereas, the City Council has approved
an assignment of the Development Agreement
from Friends of St. Mary’s D/B/A Steeple
Square to Betty Building, LLC and the Subre-
cipient Agreement from Wilmac to Jackson
Street School, LLC; and
Whereas, Owner and Jackson Street
School, LLC will enter into a loan agreement
with Dubuque Bank & Trust Co. (DB&T) for
additional funding for the Building and DB&T
has requested that Jackson Street School,
LLC sign a collateral Assignment of the Devel-
opment Agreement to DB&T (the Assignment),
which Assignment requires that City join in the
Assignment; and
Whereas, the City Council finds that the
Assignment should be approved.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF DUBUQUE, IO-
WA AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. The Assignment of the Devel-
opment Agreement attached hereto is hereby
approved.
Section 2. The Mayor is authorized and di-
rected to sign the Assignment of the Subrecip-
ient Agreement and Assignment of the Devel-
opment Agreement on behalf of the City of
Dubuque.
Passed, approved and adopted this 3rd day
of October, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
13. Request for Professional Consulting
Engineering Services: City Manager recom-
mending authorization to seek proposals for
qualified professional engineering consultants
to assist the City in obtaining favorable financ-
ing for budgeted sanitary sewer and associat-
ed water main capital improvement projects
through the State of Iowa’s State Revolving
Loan fund. Upon motion the documents were
received, filed and approved.
14. Dubuque County General Relief Fund:
City Manager recommending approval of Fis-
cal Year 2017 Water Leak Repair funds to
provide Dubuque County a 50/50 match for
payments from the Dubuque County General
Relief Fund beginning in Fiscal Year 2017.
Upon motion the documents were received,
filed and approved.
Book 146 Regular Session, October 3, 2016 386
15. "First Job" Recruiting and Hiring Com-
pact: City Manager recommending approval
for the City of Dubuque becoming a participant
in the “First Job” Recruiting and Hiring Com-
pact as part of the My Brother’s Keeper initia-
tive by signing on to the “First Job” Recruiting
and Hiring Compact. Upon motion the docu-
ments were received, filed and approved.
16. Dubuque Racing Association Request
to Refinance Existing DRA Loan: City Manager
recommending approval of a request from
Dubuque Racing Association President and
CEO Jesús Avilés to refinance the loan obliga-
tions coming due December 1, 2016. Upon
motion the documents were received, filed and
approved.
17. Alcohol Compliance Civil Penalty for
Alcohol License Holder – Easy Street: City
Manager recommending approval of the Ac-
knowledgment/Settlement Agreement for an
alcohol compliance violation for Easy Street,
30 Main Street. Upon motion the documents
were received, filed and approved.
18. Alcohol Compliance Civil Penalty for
Alcohol License Holder – Holiday Inn Dubuque
Five Flags: City Manager recommending ap-
proval of the Acknowledgment/Settlement
Agreement for an alcohol compliance violation
for Holiday Inn Dubuque Five Flags, 450 Main
Street. Upon motion the documents were re-
ceived, filed and approved.
19. Alcohol License Applications: City
Manager recommending approval of annual
beer, liquor and wine licenses as submitted.
Upon motion the documents were received
and filed and Resolution No. 343-16 Approving
applications for beer, liquor, and/or wine per-
mits, as required by City of Dubuque Code of
Ordinances Title 4 Business and License Reg-
ulations, Chapter 2 Liquor Control, Article B
Liquor, Beer and Wine Licenses and Permits
was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 343-16
APPROVING APPLICATIONS FOR BEER,
LIQUOR, AND/OR WINE PERMITS, AS RE-
QUIRED BY CITY OF DUBUQUE CODE OF
ORDINANCES TITLE 4 BUSINESS AND LI-
CENSE REGULATIONS, CHAPTER 2 LIQ-
UOR CONTROL, ARTICLE B LIQUOR,
BEER AND WINE LICENSES AND PERMITS
Whereas, applications for Beer, Liquor,
and or Wine Permits have been submitted and
filed with the City Council for approval and the
same have been examined and approved; and
Whereas, the premises to be occupied by
such applicants were inspected and found to
comply with the Ordinances of the City and the
applicants have filed the proper fees and
bonds and otherwise complied with the re-
quirements of the Code of Ordinances.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The City Clerk is hereby author-
ized and directed to cause to be issued the
noted permit types to the following applicants
pending submission of the locally required
documentation:
Carlos O'Kelly's Mexican Cafe, 1355 Associ-
ates Dr., Class C Liquor (Catering) (Out-
door) (Sunday)
Dog House Lounge, 1646 Asbury Rd., Class C
Liquor (Outdoor) (Sunday)
Europa Haus Restaurant and Bierstube, 1301
Rhomberg Ave., Class C Liquor (Catering)
The Grand Tap, 802 Central Ave., Class C
Liquor (Sunday)
Huhot Mongolian Grill, 555 J.F. Kennedy Rd.
#685, Special Class C Liquor (Sunday)
Hy-Vee Gas #2 Dubuque, 2435 NW Arterial,
Class C Beer, Class B Native Wine (Sun-
day)
L. May, 1072 Main St., Class C Liquor, Class
B Wine (Catering) (Outdoor) (Sunday)
Loras College – Athletic and Wellness Center,
1450 Alta Vista St., Class C Liquor (Cater-
ing) (Outdoor) (Sunday)
Passed, approved and adopted this 3rd day of
October 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
BOARDS/COMMISSIONS
Applicants were invited to address the City
Council regarding their desire to serve on the
following Boards/Commissions.
1. Building Code and Advisory Appeals
Board: One, 3-year term through August 1,
2019 (Vacant term of Kolf, Architect/Engineer
Representative). Applicant: Benjamin Beard
(Qualifies as Architect/Engineer Representa-
tive).
2. Community Development Advisory
Commission: One, 3-year term through Febru-
ary 15, 2017 (Vacant term of Craddieth,
Low/Moderate Income Area Representative).
Applicant: Sara Burley, 2622 Broadway St.
(Qualifies as LMI Representative). Ms. Burley
spoke in support of her appointment.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. Opening Doors - Partial Release of
Mortgages: Proof of publication for notice of
public hearing to consider the partial release of
three mortgages granted by Opening Doors to
the City of Dubuque and the City Manager
recommending approval. Motion by Connors to
Book 146 Regular Session, October 3, 2016 387
receive and file the documents and adopt
Resolution No. 344-16 Resolution of Intent to
dispose of an interest in real estate by Partial
Release of certain mortgages granted by
Opening Doors to the City of Dubuque, Iowa.
Seconded by Lynch. Motion carried 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 344-16
DISPOSING OF AN INTEREST IN REAL ES-
TATE BY PARTIAL RELEASE OF CERTAIN
MORTGAGES GRANTED BY OPENING
DOORS TO THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
Whereas, Opening Doors, an Iowa non-
profit corporation, is the owner of Lot 2 of City
Lot 493 in the City of Dubuque, Iowa; and
Whereas, on November 22, 2011 Opening
Doors granted to the City of Dubuque mort-
gages on City Lot 493 in the City of Dubuque,
Iowa recorded as Instrument Nos. 2012-1350,
2012-1352, and 2012-1353 (the “Mortgages”).
The Mortgages contained an incorrect legal
description as Opening Doors owned only Lot
2 of City Lot 493 and not the balance of City
Lot 493 (Lots 1 and 3 of City Lot 493); and
Whereas, Opening Doors and Jackson
Street School, LLC the owner of Lots 1 and 3
of City Lot 493, have requested that the Mort-
gages be released as to Lots 1 and 3; and
Whereas, on September 19, 2016, the City
Council pursuant to notice published as re-
quired by law held a public hearing on its intent
to dispose of the foregoing interest in property
by release of the Mortgages and overruled all
objections thereto; and
Whereas, the City Council finds that it is in
the best interest of the City to approve the
release of the Mortgages.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The City Council of the City of
Dubuque, Iowa hereby approves the Partial
Release of Mortgages disposing of the City’s
interest in real estate granted by Opening
Doors to the City of Dubuque, Iowa.
Section 2. The Mayor is hereby authorized
and directed to execute the Partial Release of
Mortgages.
Passed, approved and adopted this 3rd day
of October, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
PUBLIC INPUT
Brenda Wickham, 1779 Chaney Road, ad-
dressed the City Council regarding her desire
to allow dogs in Flora Park.
ACTION ITEMS
1. Dubuque Regional Airport Parking Lot
Repair Project 2016 Award: City Manager rec-
ommending award of the construction contract
for the Dubuque Airport Parking Lot Repair
Project 2016 to the low bidder Tom Kueter
Construction Co., Inc. Motion by Lynch to re-
ceive and file the documents and adopt Reso-
lution No. 345-16 Awarding the public im-
provement contract for the Dubuque Airport
Parking Lot Repair Project 2016. Seconded by
Jones. Motion carried 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 345-16
AWARDING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT CON-
TRACT FOR THE DUBUQUE AIRPORT
PARKING LOT REPAIR PROJECT 2016
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Whereas, sealed proposals have been
submitted by contractors for the Dubuque Air-
port Parking Lot Repair Project 2016, (the Pro-
ject) pursuant to Resolution No. 315-16 and
Notice to Bidders published in the Master
Builders of Iowa Plan Room on the 12th day of
September, 2016.
Whereas, said sealed proposals were
opened and read on the 26th day of Septem-
ber, 2016 and it has been determined that
Tom Kueter Construction Co. Inc. of Peosta,
Iowa with a bid in the amount of $76,587.60 is
the lowest responsive, responsible bidder for
the Project.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
That a Public Improvement Contract for the
Project is hereby awarded to Tom Kueter Con-
struction Co., Inc. and the City Manager is
hereby directed to execute a Public Improve-
ment Contract on behalf of the City of Dubu-
que for the Project.
Passed, adopted and approved this 3rd day
of October, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
2. NW Arterial / Chavenelle Road Left Turn
Lane Improvement Project Award: City Man-
ager recommending award of the construction
contract for the NW Arterial / Chavenelle Road
Turn Lane Improvement Project to the low
bidder Eastern Iowa Excavating & Concrete,
LLC Motion by Lynch to receive and file the
documents and adopt Resolution No. 346-16
Awarding the public improvement contract for
the Northwest Arterial / Chavenelle Intersec-
tion Left Turn Lane Improvement Project (Iowa
DOT Project No. UST-032-1(49)--4A-31). Se-
conded by Rios. Responding to questions from
the City Council, City Engineer Gus Psihoyos
Book 146 Regular Session, October 3, 2016 388
stated that he will inquire about the impact on
the left turn lane from eastbound Hwy 20 onto
northbound NW Arterial during the detour peri-
od. Motion carried 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 346-16
AWARDING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT CON-
TRACT FOR THE NORTHWEST ARTERIAL /
CHAVENELLE INTERSECTION LEFT TURN
LANE IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT; IOWA
DOT PROJECT NO. UST-032-1(49)—4A-31
Whereas, sealed bid proposals have been
submitted and received by contractors for the
Northwest Arterial / Chavenelle Intersection
Left Turn Lane Improvements Project, (the
Project) pursuant to Resolution No. 313-16
and Notice to Bidders published in a newspa-
per published in the City of Dubuque, Iowa on
the 14th day of September, 2016; and
Whereas, said sealed bid proposals were
opened and read on the 27th day of Septem-
ber, 2016 and it has been determined that
Eastern Iowa Excavating & Concrete, LLC of
Cascade, Iowa with a bid in the amount of
$169,053.83 is the lowest responsive, respon-
sible bidder for the Project; and
Whereas, the Iowa Department of Trans-
portation will cover 55% of eligible construction
costs using U-STEP funding, up to a maximum
of $200,000, and the City would be responsi-
ble for 45% as local match in addition to engi-
neering design and construction administration
related costs.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
That a Public Improvement Contract for the
Project is hereby awarded to Eastern Iowa
Excavating & Concrete, LLC and the City
Manager is hereby directed to execute a Pub-
lic Improvement Contract on behalf of the City
of Dubuque for the Project.
Passed, approved and adopted this 3rd day
of October, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
3. Park and Recreation Advisory Commis-
sion - Request to Change Washington Park
Landscape Mode for Pest Management: Park
and Recreation Advisory Commission recom-
mending changing Washington Park from a
"Mode 1" to a "Mode 2" Landscape in the Inte-
grated Pest Management Program (IPM). Mo-
tion by Connors to receive and file the docu-
ments and approve the recommendation. Se-
conded by Jones. Motion carried 4-3 with
Resnick, Del Toro and Buol voting nay. During
discussion, Leisure Services Manager Marie
Ware responded to questions from the City
Council regarding the impact on staffing with
increased hand work and line trimming and the
appearance of green space in and around
parks and playground equipment that are no
longer chemically maintained, increased public
signage and education; and receipt of public
comment.
4. Park and Recreation Advisory Commis-
sion - Fiscal Year 2018 Budget Priority List:
Park and Recreation Advisory Commission
submitting its Fiscal Year 2018 Budget Priori-
ties for City Council consideration. Motion by
Jones to receive and file. Seconded by Rios.
City Council determined that this information
will be considered through the Fiscal Year
2018 budget process. Motion carried 7-0.
5. Arts and Cultural Affairs Advisory Com-
mission Master Plan Recommendation: The
Arts and Cultural Affairs Advisory Commission
recommending the acceptance of the Arts and
Cultural Master Plan as submitted by Lord
Cultural Resources. Motion by Connors to
receive and file the documents and approve
the recommendation. Seconded by Jones.
Motion carried 6-1 with Resnick voting nay.
Arts Coordinator Debra Alleyne, Arts Commis-
sion members Sue Reidel and David Schmitz
provided a slide presentation about the pur-
pose, planning and process in developing the
Arts and Culture Master Plan including: de-
fined goals, priorities and strategies, promotion
and support, policies and recommendations,
and next steps. During discussion, the pre-
senters responded to questions from the City
Council regarding concerns over adding addi-
tional bureaucracy and staff, commission term
limits, and changing the current successful
process. City Manager Van Milligen stated that
the recommendations come from the Commis-
sion and do not increase his level of authority
adding that the recommendations outlined in
the plan would come back to the Council for
discussion and final approval.
6. Request for Work Session - Compre-
hensive Plan Quarterly Update: City Manager
recommending the City Council schedule a
work session on November 14, 2016 at 6:00
p.m. for the first quarterly update for Imagine
Dubuque, the new City of Dubuque Compre-
hensive Plan. Motion by Jones to receive and
file the documents and schedule the work ses-
sion as recommended. Seconded by Connors.
Motion carried 7-0.
7. Request for Work Session - Source of
Income Report: City Manager recommending
the City Council schedule a work session for
November 28, 2016, at 6:00 p.m. for the
Source of Income Committee to present their
report. Motion by Jones to receive and file the
documents and schedule the work session as
recommended. Seconded by Connors. Motion
carried 7-0.
Book 146 Regular Session, October 3, 2016 389
COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS
Council Member Jones reported on the
City receiving the 2016 Dubuque Main Street
People’s Choice Impact Award for the Historic
Millwork District.
CLOSED SESSION
Motion by Jones to convene in closed ses-
sion at 7:59 p.m. to discuss pending litigation
and property acquisition pursuant to Chapter
21.5(1)(c), -(j) Code of Iowa. Seconded by
Connors. Mayor Buol stated for the record that
the attorney who will consult with the City
Council on issues to be discussed in closed
session is City Attorney Crenna Brumwell.
Motion carried 7-0.
Upon motion the City Council reconvened
in open session at 8:51 p.m. stating that staff
had been given proper direction.
There being no further business, upon mo-
tion the City Council adjourned at 8:52 p.m.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, CMC, City Clerk
Book 146 Special Session, October 10, 2016 390
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
SPECIAL SESSION
OFFICIAL
The Dubuque City Council met in special
session at 6:00 p.m. on October 10, 2016 in
the Historic Federal Building, 350 W. 6th
Street.
Present: Mayor Buol; Council Members
Connors, Del Toro, Lynch, Resnick, Rios; City
Manager Van Milligen, City Attorney Brumwell
Absent: Council Member Jones
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
the USDA Natural Resources Conservation
Service Conservation Innovation Grant and a
close session regarding real estate transfer
negotiations.
WORK SESSION
USDA Natural Resources Conservation
Service - Conservation Innovation Grant:
Water Plant Manager/Engineer Denise Ihrig
introduced the work session on the Conserva-
tion Innovation Grant through the U.S. De-
partment of Agriculture Natural Resources
Conservation Service. Presenters included
Dustin Miller of Nyemaster/Goode PC/Iowa
League of Cities; Mark Keiser of Kieser & As-
sociates, Adam Schneiders of IDNR; and Larry
Weber of University of Iowa/IIHR Hydrosci-
ence & Engineering. Topics included:
• Iowa Nutrient Reduction Strategy
Overview
o Purpose of competitive grants and
Environmental Quality Incentives
Program (EQIP)
o Integrated Strategy: non-point
source; point source
o Reduction goal
o Estimated costs
o Steering committee: water quality
credit trading
• Iowa League of Cities
o Environmental coordination commit-
tee
o SRF-sponsored projects
o 2014 & 2015 Conservation Innova-
tion Grants
Market framework for agricultur-
al water quality credit trading in
Iowa
Award amount; match, initial
partners
Technical Advisory Committee
(municipal, agricultural, envi-
ronmental, industry, academic,
government
Goals and Deliverables
• Nutrient Reduction Exchange (NRE)
Trading framework
• Next steps: demand & supply analysis,
examine proposed watershed projects,
registered reduction credits
• IIHR Nutrient Trading Update:
• Develop the scientific framework for a
nutrient trading system in Iowa with
specific objectives
• Gulf Hypoxia: research, task force
goals (load/area)
• Iowa Nutrient Reduction Strategy
(INRS)
o Identify specific nutrient reduction
goals
o Offer nutrient trading as a water
quality restoration technique
o Physically based modeling frame-
work
• Catfish Creek watershed & hydrologic
model development, simulation and
water quality; wetland evaluation and
nitrogen evaluation removal process
• Other conservation best practices
The presenters responded to questions
from the City Council related to federal in-
volvement and mitigation; increasingly strin-
gent state and federal mandates; cur-
rent/future project credits; practical applica-
tions and actual percentages of nutrient reduc-
tions; seasonal testing and property owner
engagement.
The work session concluded.
Motion by Connors to convene in closed
session at 7:18 p.m. to discuss real estate
transfer negotiations pursuant to Chapter
21.5(1)(j) Code of Iowa. Seconded by Del To-
ro. Mayor Buol stated for the record that the
attorney who will consult with City Council on
the issue to be discussed in the closed session
is City Attorney Crenna Brumwell. Motion car-
ried 6-0.
Upon motion, the City Council reconvened
in open session at 8:19 p.m. stating that staff
had been given proper direction.
There being no further business, upon mo-
tion the City Council adjourned at 8:20 p.m.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, CMC, City Clerk
Book 146 Regular Session, October 17, 2016 391
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
REGULAR SESSION
OFFICIAL
The Dubuque City Council met in regular
session at 6:00 p.m. on October 17, 2016 in
the Historic Federal Building, 350 W. 6th
Street.
Present: Mayor Buol; Council Members
Connors, Del Toro, Jones, Lynch, Resnick,
Rios; 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
INTRODUCTION(S)
International City/County Management As-
sociation Fellowship Exchange Program: As-
sistant City Manager Cindy Steinhauser intro-
duced ICMA Fellows Mr. Siegfred Flaviano of
the Philippines, and Mr. Kongkeo Sivilay of
Laos. Each Fellow addressed the City Council
and provided a brief biography.
PROCLAMATION(S)
1. Andrew Connolly Make-a-Difference
Day (October 22, 2016) was accepted by
Laura Roussell, Sr. Community Affairs Man-
ager for Black Hills Energy and representa-
tives.
2. Toastmasters Week (October 24-28,
2016) was accepted by Keith Nielsen of
Toastmasters International and representa-
tives.
3. Community Planning Month (October
2016) was accepted by Planning Services
Manager Laura Carstens.
4. MS Run the US #orangearmy Day (No-
vember 1, 2016) was accepted by Curt Eh-
linger of MS Run the US.
5. Adoption Month (November 2016) was
accepted by Christa Hefel, MPH, Post Adop-
tion Support Specialist, Four Oaks/Iowa
Kidsnet.
CONSENT ITEMS
Motion by Lynch to receive and file the
documents, adopt the resolutions, and dispose
of as indicated. Seconded by Connors. Motion
carried 7-0.
1. Minutes and Reports Submitted: City
Council Proceedings of 10/3, 10/10; Communi-
ty Development Advisory Commission of 9/28;
Five Flags Civic Center Commission of 9/26;
Historic Preservation Commission of 9/12;
Library Board of Trustees Council Update
#153 of 9/22; Zoning Advisory Commission of
10/5; Zoning Board of Adjustment of 9/22;
Proof of Publication of City Council Proceed-
ings of 9/19. Upon motion the documents were
received and filed.
2. Iowa League of Cities' Conservation In-
novation Grant: City Manager transmitting cor-
respondence to the USDA Natural Resources
Conservation Service in support of the Iowa
League of Cities' Conservation Innovation
Grant and providing information on matching
funds from the City of Dubuque. Upon motion
the documents were received and filed.
3. Delinquent Bush, Brush and Vegetation
Collection Accounts: City Manager recom-
mending approval of the Final Assessment
Schedule for bushes / brush / and vegetation
enforcement against the owner of private
property at 1395 Walnut Street. Upon motion
the documents were received and filed and
Resolution No. 347-16 Adopting the Schedule
of Assessments for 1395 Walnut Street and
directing the City Clerk to certify the Schedule
of Assessments to the County Treasurer and
to publish notice thereof was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 347-16
ADOPTING THE SCHEDULE OF ASSESS-
MENTS FOR 1395 WALNUT STREET AND
DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO CERTIFY
THE SCHEDULE OF ASSESSMENTS TO
THE COUNTY TREASURER AND TO PUB-
LISH NOTICE THEREOF
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
That after full consideration of the Sched-
ule of Assessments attached hereto for bush-
es / brush / vegetation removal tax assess-
ments which Schedule of Assessments was
filed in the office of the City Clerk on the 29th
day of September, 2016, the said Schedule of
Assessments be and the same is hereby ap-
proved and adopted.
That there be, and is hereby assessed and
levied as a lien upon the real property, the
respective sum indicated.
That the City Clerk be and is hereby di-
rected to certify said schedule to the County
Treasurer of Dubuque County, Iowa and to
publish notice of said certification once each
week for two consecutive weeks in the manner
provided in Iowa Code § 362.3, the first publi-
cation of which shall not be more than fifteen
days from the date of filing of the final sched-
Book 146 Regular Session, October 17, 2016 392
ule. On or before the date of the second publi-
cation of the notice, the City Clerk shall also
mail a copy of said notice to property owners
whose property is subject to assessment, as
provided and directed in Iowa Code § 384.60.
The assessment may be paid in full or in
part without interest at the Utility Billing Office,
City Hall, 50 W. 13th Street, Dubuque, Iowa at
any time within 30 days after the date of the
first publication of the notice of the filing of the
Schedule of Assessments with the County
Treasurer. After 30 days, unpaid assessments
are payable at the County Treasurer’s Office,
Dubuque County Courthouse, 720 Central
Avenue, Dubuque, Iowa and charges shall be
collected in the same manner as general
property taxes against the respective parcels
of the property set opposite the name of the
property owner.
Passed, adopted and approved this 17th
day of October, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
SCHEDULE OF ASSESSMENTS FOR
BUSHES / BRUSH / VEGETATION EN-
FORCEMENT PROGRAM
Owner; Property Address; Parcel; Legal
Description; Contractor; Date Cut/Cleaned up
by Contractor; Expense; Administrative Fee
Dubuque Property Management, LLC;
8505 Southern Hills Ct.; Dubuque, IA 52003;
1395 Walnut Street; 1024354005; E 75’ of Lot
3 of City Lot 740; Block Lawn Service; 8-29-
16; $350.00; $25.00
4. Bee Branch Watershed Flood Mitigation
Project US EPA Brownfields Cleanup Cooper-
ative Grant Agreement: City Manager recom-
mending approval of the Cooperative Agree-
ment with the U.S. Environmental Protection
Agency in order to secure Brownfields Clean-
up grant funds for the Blum Brownfields Site at
501 E. 15th Street. Upon motion the docu-
ments were received and filed and Resolution
No. 348-16 Approving the Brownfields Clean-
up Grant Agreement between the U.S. Envi-
ronmental Protection Agency and the City of
Dubuque, Iowa for the cleanup of the former
Blum Scrap Yard and Recycling facility at 501
E. 15th Street for the Bee Branch Watershed
Flood Mitigation Project was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 348-16
APPROVING THE BROWNFIELDS CLEAN-
UP COOPERATIVE GRANT AGREEMENT
BETWEEN THE U. S. ENVIRONMENTAL
PROTECTION AGENCY AND THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA FOR THE CLEANUP OF
THE FORMER BLUM SCRAP YARD AND
RECYCLING FACILITY AT 501 E. 15TH
STREET FOR THE BEE BRANCH WATER-
SHED FLOOD MITIGATION PROJECT
Whereas, the City purchased the Blum
Brownfields site, a former scrap yard and re-
cycling facility located at 501 E. 15th Street as
part of the Bee Branch Watershed Flood Miti-
gation Project; and
Whereas, Phase I and Phase II Environ-
mental Assessments of the Blum Brownfields
site identified lead, arsenic, PAHs, and other
contaminants in the soil and determined that
the removal of the contaminants, estimated to
cost $277,000, is required to fully utilize the
site for its intended purpose; and
Whereas, cleaning up and reinvesting in
brownfields, properties that may have hazard-
ous substances, pollutants or contaminants
present, protects human health and the envi-
ronment, reduces blight, and takes develop-
ment pressures off greenspaces and working
lands; and
Whereas, the U. S. Environmental Protec-
tion Agency provides grants and technical as-
sistance to communities, states, tribes and
others to assess, safely clean up and sustain-
ably reuse brownfields properties; and
Whereas, the City of Dubuque submitted
an application to the U. S. Environmental Pro-
tection Agency requesting $200,000 in Brown-
fields Cleanup Grant Program assistance to
help finance the cleanup of the Blum Brown-
fields site; and
Whereas, on September 20, 2016, the U.
S. Environmental Protection Agency awarded
$200,000 to assist the City with the cleanup of
the Blum Brownfields site; and
Whereas, the City Council has determined
that execution of the Cooperative Agreement
is in the best interests of the City of Dubuque.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA THAT:
Section 1. The Cooperative Agreement
with the U. S. Environmental Protection Agen-
cy is hereby approved.
Section 2. The City Manager is hereby au-
thorized to execute any documents as are
necessary to bind the City and to deliver the
Cooperative Agreement and any other such
documents as the U. S. Environmental Protec-
tion Agency may reasonably request and as
necessary for the City’s receipt of Brownfields
Cleanup grant funding for the Blum Brown-
fields site at 501 E. 15th Street.
Passed, approved and adopted this 17th
day of October, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
5. SW Arterial / Military Road Supple-
mental Agreement No. 1: City Manager rec-
ommending the City Council authorize the City
Manager to execute a supplemental agree-
ment between the City, the Iowa Department
of Transportation, and IIW, P.C., to provide
Book 146 Regular Session, October 17, 2016 393
construction engineering services for the
Southwest Arterial – Military Road Reconstruc-
tion Project. Upon motion the documents were
received and filed and Resolution No. 349-16
Approving the Construction Engineering Ser-
vices Supplemental Agreement No. 1 between
the City of Dubuque, the Iowa Department of
Transportation, and IIW, P.C. for the Military
Road Reconstruction Project was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 349-16
APPROVING THE CONSTRUCTION ENGI-
NEERING SERVICES - SUPPLEMENTAL
AGREEMENT NO. 1 BETWEEN THE CITY
OF DUBUQUE, THE IOWA DEPARTMENT
OF TRANSPORTATION, AND IIW, P.C. FOR
THE MILITARY ROAD RECONSTRUCTION
PROJECT
Whereas, the City of Dubuque is proceed-
ing with the Southwest Arterial Project, from
U.S. Highway 20 to U.S. Highway 61/151, in
Dubuque, Iowa; and
Whereas, the Supplemental Agreement
authorizes IIW, P.C. to provide all phases of
Construction Engineering (CE) Services for the
Southwest Arterial - Military Road Reconstruc-
tion Project.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That said Supplemental Agree-
ment No. 1 between City of Dubuque, the Iowa
Department of Transportation, and with IIW,
P.C. to provide construction engineering ser-
vices for the Southwest Arterial - Military Road
Reconstruction Project is hereby approved.
Section 2. That the City Manager is hereby
authorized and directed to execute two copies
of said Supplemental Agreement No. 1 be-
tween City of Dubuque, the Iowa Department
of Transportation, and with IIW, P.C. to provide
construction engineering services for the
Southwest Arterial - Military Road Reconstruc-
tion Project.
Passed, approved and adopted this 17th
day of October, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
6. Grand River Center Air Wall Re-
Upholstery Project Acceptance: City Manager
recommending acceptance of the Grand River
Center Air Wall Re-Upholstery Project as
completed by Folding Partition Services and
authorizing final payment. Upon motion the
documents were received and filed and Reso-
lution No. 350-16 Accepting the Grand River
Center Air Wall Re-Upholstery Project and
authorizing the payment of the contact amount
to the contractor was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 350-16
ACCEPTING THE GRAND RIVER CENTER
AIR WALL RE-UPHOLSTERY PROJECT
AND AUTHORIZING THE PAYMENT OF THE
CONTRACT AMOUNT TO THE CONTRAC-
TOR
Whereas, the Public Improvement Contract
for the Grand River Center Air Wall Re-
Upholstery Project (the Project) has been
completed by the Contractor, Folding Partition
Services (Contractor), the Leisure Services
Manager has examined the work and recom-
mends that the Project be accepted; and
Whereas, the final contract amount for the
Project is $74,954 (Ballroom $40,781; Meeting
Room $34,173); and
Whereas, the Contractor has previously
been paid $71,206.30, leaving a balance of
$3,747.70 (Ballroom $2,039.05; Meeting Room
$1,708.65); and
Whereas, the City Council finds that the
recommendation of the Leisure Services Man-
ager should be accepted.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The recommendation of the Lei-
sure Services Manager is approved and the
Project is hereby accepted.
Section 2. The Finance Director is hereby
directed to pay to the Contractor the balance
of the retainage of $3,747.70 as provided in
Iowa Code chapter 573, and to pay such re-
tainage only in accordance with the provisions
of Iowa Code chapter 573 or Iowa Code chap-
ter 26.13.
Passed, approved and adopted this 17th
day of October, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
CERTIFICATE OF FINAL COMPLETION OF
THE GRAND RIVER CENTER AIR WALL
RE-UPHOLSTERY PROJECT
The undersigned Leisure Services Manag-
er of the City of Dubuque, Iowa hereby certi-
fies that she has inspected the Grand River
Center Air Wall Re-Upholstery Project, and
that said Project has been performed in com-
pliance with the terms of Public Improvement
Contract, and that the total cost of the com-
pleted work is $74,954.
Dated this 13th day of October, 2016.
/s/Marie L. Ware, Leisure Services Manager
Filed in the office of the City Clerk on the 13th
day of October, 2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
7. Grand River Center Concourse & River
Room Carpet Replacement Project Ac-
ceptance: City Manager recommending ac-
ceptance of the Grand River Center Con-
course and River Room Carpet Replacement
Book 146 Regular Session, October 17, 2016 394
Project as completed by Commercial Flooring
and authorizing final payment. Upon motion
the documents were received and filed and
Resolution No. 351-16 Accepting the Grand
River Center Concourse and River Room Car-
pet Replacement Project and authorizing the
payment of the contract amount to the contrac-
tor was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 351-16
ACCEPTING THE GRAND RIVER CENTER
CONCOURSE AND RIVER ROOM CARPET
REPLACEMENT PROJECT AND AUTHOR-
IZING THE PAYMENT OF THE CONTRACT
AMOUNT TO THE CONTRACTOR
Whereas, the Public Improvement Contract
for the Grand River Center Concourse and
River Room Carpet Replacement Project (the
Project) has been completed by the Contrac-
tor, Commercial Flooring (Contractor), the Lei-
sure Services Manager has examined the
work and recommends that the Project be ac-
cepted; and
Whereas, the final contract amount for the
Project is $107,980; and
Whereas, the Contractor has previously
been paid $102,581, leaving a balance of
$5,399; and
Whereas, the City Council finds that the
recommendation of the Leisure Services Man-
ager should be accepted.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The recommendation of the Lei-
sure Services Manager is approved and the
Project is hereby accepted.
Section 2. The Finance Director is hereby
directed to pay to the Contractor the balance
of the retainage of $5,399.00 as provided in
Iowa Code chapter 573, and to pay such re-
tainage only in accordance with the provisions
of Iowa Code chapter 573 or Iowa Code chap-
ter 26.13.
Passed, approved and adopted this 17th
day of October, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
CERTIFICATE OF FINAL COMPLETION OF
THE GRAND RIVER CENTER CONCOURSE
AND RIVER ROOM CARPET REPLACE-
MENT PROJECT
The undersigned Leisure Services Manag-
er of the City of Dubuque, Iowa hereby certi-
fies that she has inspected the Grand River
Center Concourse and River Room Carpet
Replacement Project, and that said Project
has been performed in compliance with the
terms of Public Improvement Contract, and
that the total cost of the completed work is
$107,980.
Dated this 13th day of October, 2016.
/s/Marie L. Ware, Leisure Services Manager
Filed in the office of the City Clerk on the 13th
day of October, 2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
8. Grand River Center Ballroom Carpet
Replacement Project Acceptance: City Man-
ager is recommending acceptance of the
Grand River Center Ballroom Carpet Re-
placement Project as completed by Commer-
cial Flooring and authorizing final payment.
Upon motion the documents were received
and filed and Resolution No. 352-16 Accepting
the Grand River Center Ballroom Carpet Re-
placement Project and authorizing the pay-
ment of the contract amount to the contractor
was adopted.
RESOLUTION 352-16
ACCEPTING THE GRAND RIVER CENTER
BALLROOM CARPET REPLACEMENT
PROJECT AND AUTHORIZING THE PAY-
MENT OF THE CONTRACT AMOUNT TO
THE CONTRACTOR
Whereas, the Public Improvement Contract
for the Grand River Center Ballroom Carpet
Replacement Project (the Project) has been
completed by the Contractor, Commercial
Flooring (Contractor), the Leisure Services
Manager has examined the work and recom-
mends that the Project be accepted; and
Whereas, the final contract amount for the
Project is $86,750; and
Whereas, the Contractor has previously
been paid $82,412.50, leaving a balance of
$4,337.50; and
Whereas, the City Council finds that the
recommendation of the Leisure Services Man-
ager should be accepted.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The recommendation of the Lei-
sure Services Manager is approved and the
Project is hereby accepted.
Section 2. The Finance Director is hereby
directed to pay to the Contractor the balance
of the retainage of $4,337.50 as provided in
Iowa Code chapter 573, and to pay such re-
tainage only in accordance with the provisions
of Iowa Code chapter 573 or Iowa Code chap-
ter 26.13.
Passed, approved and adopted this 17th
day of October, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
CERTIFICATE OF FINAL COMPLETION OF
THE GRAND RIVER CENTER BALLROOM
CARPET REPLACEMENT PROJECT
The undersigned Leisure Services Manag-
er of the City of Dubuque, Iowa hereby certi-
fies that she has inspected the Grand River
Book 146 Regular Session, October 17, 2016 395
Center Ballroom Carpet Replacement Project,
and that said Project has been performed in
compliance with the terms of Public Improve-
ment Contract, and that the total cost of the
completed work is $86,750.
Dated this 13th day of October, 2016.
/s/Marie L. Ware, Leisure Services Manager
Filed in the office of the City Clerk on the 13th
day October, 2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
9. Dubuque Regional Airport Utilities Ex-
tension Project Acceptance: City Manager
recommending acceptance of the construction
contract for the Utility Extension to the Dubu-
que Regional Airport, as completed by Miller
Trucking and Excavating and authorizing final
payment. Upon motion the documents were
received and filed and Resolution No. 353-16
Accepting the Utility Extension to the Dubuque
Regional Airport Project and authorizing the
payment of the contract amount to the contrac-
tor was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 353-16
ACCEPTING THE UTILITY EXTENSION TO
THE DUBUQUE REGIONAL AIRPORT PRO-
JECT AND AUTHORIZING THE PAYMENT
OF THE CONTRACT AMOUNT TO THE
CONTRACTOR
Whereas, the Public Improvement Contract
for the Utility Extension to the Dubuque Re-
gional Airport project (the Project) has been
completed and the City Engineer has exam-
ined the work and filed a certificate stating that
the Project has been completed according to
the terms of the Public Improvement Contract
and that the City Engineer recommends that
the Project be accepted; and
Whereas, the final contract amount for the
Project is $9,810,500.97; and
Whereas, the Contractor has previously
been paid $9,662,666.00, leaving a balance of
$147,834.97; and
Whereas, the City Council finds that the
recommendation of the City Engineer should
be accepted.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The recommendation of the City
Engineer is approved and the Project is hereby
accepted.
Section 2. The Finance Director is hereby
directed to pay to the Contractor from the Utili-
ty Extension to the Dubuque Regional Airport
project fund for the contract amount of
$147,834.97 less any retained percentage
provided for therein as provided in Iowa Code
chapter 573, and to pay such retainage only in
accordance with the provisions of Iowa Code
chapter 573.
Passed, approved and adopted this 17th
day of October, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
CITY ENGINEER’S CERTIFICATE OF FINAL
COMPLETION OF THE UTILITY EXTENSION
TO THE DUBUQUE REGIONAL AIRPORT
PROJECT
The undersigned City Engineer of the City
of Dubuque, Iowa hereby certifies that he has
inspected the Utility Extension to the Dubuque
Regional Airport Project, that the Project has
been performed in compliance with the terms
of the Public Improvement Contract, and that
the total cost of the completed work is
$10,805,877.20.
Dated this 13th day of October, 2016.
/s/Gus Psihoyos, City Engineer
Filed in the office of the City Clerk on the 13th
day of October, 2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
10. Heeb Street Retaining Wall Recon-
struction Project Acceptance: City Manager
recommending acceptance of the public im-
provement construction contract for the Heeb
Street Retaining Wall Reconstruction Project,
as completed by McDermott Excavating and
authorizing final payment. Upon motion the
documents were received and filed and Reso-
lution No. 354-16 Accepting the Heeb Street
Retaining Wall Reconstruction Project and
authorizing the payment to the contractor was
adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 354-16
ACCEPTING THE HEEB STREET RETAIN-
ING WALL RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT
AND AUTHORIZING THE PAYMENT TO THE
CONTRACTOR
Whereas, the public improvement contract
for the Heeb Street Retaining Wall Recon-
struction (the Project) has been completed by
the Contractor, McDermott Excavating (Con-
tractor), the City Engineer has examined the
work and recommends that the Project be ac-
cepted; and
Whereas, the final contract amount for the
Project is $160,442.34; and
Whereas, the Contractor has previously
been paid $152,420.22, leaving a balance of
$8,022.12; and
Whereas, the City Council finds that the
recommendation of the City Engineer should
be accepted.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The recommendation of the City
Engineer is approved and the Project is hereby
accepted.
Book 146 Regular Session, October 17, 2016 396
Section 2. The Finance Director is hereby
directed to pay to the Contractor the balance
of the retainage of $8,022.12 as provided in
Iowa Code chapter 573, and to pay such re-
tainage in accordance with the provisions of
Iowa Code chapter 573 or Iowa Code chapter
26.13.
Passed, approved and adopted this 17th
day of October, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
CITY ENGINEER’S CERTIFICATE OF FINAL
COMPLETION OF THE HEEB STREET RE-
TAINING WALL RECONSTRUCTION PRO-
JECT
The undersigned City Engineer of the City
of Dubuque, Iowa hereby certifies that he has
inspected the Heeb Street Retaining Wall Re-
construction Project, and that said Project has
been performed in compliance with the terms
of the Public Improvement Contract, and that
the total cost of the completed work is
$184,508.69.
Dated this 13th day of October, 2016.
/s/Gus Psihoyos, City Engineer
Filed in the office of the City Clerk on the 13th
day of October, 2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
11. 2016 Asphalt Overlay Access Ramp
Project One Acceptance: City Manager rec-
ommending acceptance of the construction
contract for the 2016 Asphalt Overlay Access
Ramp Project One as completed by Arensdorf
Construction and authorizing final payment.
Upon motion the documents were received
and filed and Resolution No. 355-16 Accepting
the 2016 Asphalt Overlay Project Curb Access
Ramps Project One and authorizing the pay-
ment of the contract amount to the contractor
was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 355-16
ACCEPTING THE 2016 ASPHALT OVERLAY
PROJECT CURB ACCESS RAMPS PRO-
JECT ONE AND AUTHORIZING THE PAY-
MENT OF THE CONTRACT AMOUNT TO
THE CONTRACTOR
Whereas, the Public Improvement Contract
for the 2016 Asphalt Overlay Project Curb Ac-
cess Ramps Project One (the Project) has
been completed and the City Engineer has
examined the work and filed a certificate stat-
ing that the Project has been completed ac-
cording to the terms of the Public Improvement
Contract and that the City Engineer recom-
mends that the Project be accepted.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The recommendation of the City
Engineer is approved and the Project is hereby
accepted.
Section 2. The Finance Director is hereby
directed to pay to the Contractor from the Curb
Ramp Program appropriations for the contract
amount of $113,189.00, less any retained per-
centage provided for therein as provided in
Iowa Code chapter 573, and to pay such re-
tainage only in accordance with the provisions
of Iowa Code chapter 573.
Passed, approved and adopted this 17th
day of October 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin Firnstahl, City Clerk
CITY ENGINEER’S CERTIFICATE OF FINAL
COMPLETION OF THE 2016 ASPHALT
OVERLAY PROJECT CURB ACCESS
RAMPS PROJECT ONE
The undersigned City Engineer of the City
of Dubuque, Iowa hereby certifies that he has
inspected the 2016 Asphalt Overlay Project
Curb Access Ramps Project One, that the
Project has been performed in compliance with
the terms of the Public Improvement Contract,
and that the total cost of the completed work is
$121,926.04.
Dated this 13th day of October 2016.
/s/Gus Psihoyos, City Engineer
Filed in the office of the City Clerk on the 13th
day of October, 2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
12. Public Works Equipment Operator I
Position: City Manager recommending ap-
proval for the position of Maintenanceworker to
be replaced with an Equipment Operator I po-
sition in the Public Works Department. Upon
motion the documents were received, filed and
approved.
13. Parking Ramp Gate Equipment Pro-
curement: City Manager recommending ap-
proval of the selection of Parking Inc. Systems
to replace the gate control equipment for the
Iowa Parking Ramp and the Five Flags Park-
ing Ramp. Upon motion the documents were
received, filed and approved.
14. Cody Drive Right-of-Way Acquisition
Plat: City Manager recommending approval of
the Acquisition Plat for property on the east
end of Cody Drive and acceptance of the dedi-
cation of said lot for right-of-way purposes
related to expansion of Valentine Park. Upon
motion the documents were received and filed
and Resolution No. 356-16 Approving the Ac-
quisition Plat of Lot 5A of Block 7 except the
westerly 75' thereof, of Pioneer Hills, in the
City of Dubuque, Iowa was adopted.
Book 146 Regular Session, October 17, 2016 397
RESOLUTION NO. 356-16
APPROVING THE ACQUISITION PLAT OF
LOT 5A OF BLOCK 7, EXCEPT THE WEST-
ERLY 75’ THEREOF, OF PIONEER HILLS,
IN THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
Whereas, there has been presented to the
City Council of the City of Dubuque, Iowa an
Acquisition Plat dated October 6, 2016 pre-
pared by the City of Dubuque Engineering
Department describing Lot 5A of Block 7, Ex-
cepting the Westerly 75’ Thereof, of Pioneer
Hills, in the City of Dubuque, Iowa; and
Whereas, said plat conforms to the laws
and statutes pertaining thereto; and
Whereas, upon said plat appears Lot 5A,
which Dorothy S. Roepsch and George E.
Roepsch, by said plat have dedicated to the
public forever.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the plat dated October 6,
2016 prepared by the City of Dubuque Engi-
neering Department, relative to the real estate
hereinabove described be and the same is
hereby approved, and the Mayor and City
Clerk be and they are hereby authorized and
directed to execute said plat and on behalf of
the City of Dubuque, Iowa.
Section 2. That the dedication of Lot 5A of
Block 7, Except for the Westerly 75’ Thereof,
of Pioneer Hills, in the City of Dubuque, for
right-of-way purposes, as it appears on said
Acquisition Plat, be and the same are hereby
accepted.
Section 3. That the City Clerk be and is
hereby authorized and directed to file said plat
and certified copy of this resolution in the office
of the Recorder, in and for Dubuque County,
Iowa.
Passed, approved and adopted this 17th
day of October, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
15. Dubuque Community School District -
School Resource Officer (SRO) Agreement:
City Manager recommending approval of the
Fiscal Year 2016-2017 School Resource Of-
ficer Agreement between the City of Dubuque
Police Department and the Dubuque Commu-
nity School District. Upon motion the docu-
ments were received, filed and approved.
16. Dubuque Community School District
2016-2017 DARE Agreement: City Manager
recommending approval of the Fiscal Year
2016-2017 DARE Agreement between the City
of Dubuque Police Department and the Dubu-
que Community School District. Upon motion
the documents were received, filed and ap-
proved.
17. Holy Family School District 2016-2017
DARE Agreement: City Manager recommend-
ing approval of the Fiscal Year 2016-2017
DARE Agreement between the City of Dubu-
que Police Department and the Holy Family
School District. Upon motion the documents
were received, filed and approved.
18. Pre-Annexation Agreement - Jon D.
Luckstead: City Manager recommending ap-
proval of a Pre-Annexation Agreement with
Jon D. Luckstead for property in Tamarack
South Subdivision. Upon motion the docu-
ments were received and filed and Resolution
No. 357-16 Approving a Pre-Annexation
Agreement between the City of Dubuque, Iowa
and Jon D. Luckstead was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 357-16
APPROVING A PRE-ANNEXATION
AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA AND JON D. LUCK-
STEAD
Whereas, Jon D. Luckstead , the owner of
the following described property in Dubuque
County, Iowa (the Property) have submitted to
the City Council of the City of Dubuque an
application for voluntary annexation of the
Property to the City of Dubuque:
PIN: 1514300001, Legal: NW SW of Sec-
tion 14, T88N R2E
PIN 1514300002, Legal: NE SW of Section
14, T88N, R2E
PIN 1514426001, Legal: Lot 1 of 2 of the
SE ¼ of Section 14, T88N, R2E of the
5th P.M. according to the U.S. Govern-
ment Survey and the recorded plats
thereof, subject to highway
PIN 1514451006, Legal: Lot 3, Tamarack
SE 4th Sub, Section 14, Table Mound
Township (T88N R2E), Dubuque Coun-
ty, IA
PIN 1514451005, Legal: Lot 2 of Tamarack
SE Fourth Subdivision, Section 14, Ta-
ble Mound Township, in Dubuque
County, Iowa according to the recorded
Plat thereof
PIN 1514376002, Legal: Lot 4 of Tamarack
SE Third Sub
PIN 1514453001, Legal Lot 2 Tamarack
SE Third Subdivision, located in the
South ½ of Section 14, T-88-N, R-2-E
PIN 1514300005, Legal: Lot 2 SE SW of
Section 14 T88N R2E
PIN 1514451007, Legal: Lot 4 of Tamarack
SE Fourth Sub
PIN 1514376001, Legal: Lot 5 Tamarack
SE Third Sub
PIN 1514452001, Legal: Lot 3 of Tamarack
SE Third Sub
PIN 1514401004, Legal: Lot C Tamarack
SE Fourth Sub
Book 146 Regular Session, October 17, 2016 398
Whereas, Jon D. Luckstead has entered
into a Pre-annexation Agreement with the City
of Dubuque a copy of which is attached hereto
governing the future annexation of the Proper-
ty; and
Whereas, the Property is not subject to an
existing annexation moratorium; and
Whereas, the Property does not include
any state or railroad property; and
Whereas, Iowa Code Section 368.7 author-
izes the voluntary annexation of property in
Dubuque County, Iowa and the extension of
city limits by voluntary annexation; and
Whereas, the annexation of the Property is
consistent with the Comprehensive Plan of the
City of Dubuque, necessary for the future or-
derly growth and development of the City of
Dubuque, and will promote efficient and cost
effective extension of municipal services; and
Whereas, the City Council finds that the
annexation of the Property is in the public in-
terest.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The Pre-annexation Agreement
by and between Jon D. Luckstead and the City
of Dubuque is hereby approved.
Passed, approved and adopted this 17th
day of October, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
19. Fire Station Alerting System: City Man-
ager recommending the selection of
Racom/U.S. Digital Designs for replacement of
the Fire Station Alerting System. Upon motion
the documents were received, filed and ap-
proved.
20. Craig Pfohl Settlement Agreement: City
Attorney recommending approval of a Settle-
ment Agreement in the case of Craig Pfohl v.
Officer Wilkens Dieujuste and City of Dubu-
que. Upon motion the documents were re-
ceived, filed and approved.
21. 28E Agreement - Key West Fire De-
partment: City Manager recommending ap-
proval of a 28E Agreement with the Key West
Fire Department to allow them to use City of
Dubuque-owned hydrants that are located in
the Key West Fire Department Fire District.
Upon motion the documents were received,
filed and approved.
22. Anderson Corporate Foundation Grant
Application for Bus Stop Accessibility in Dubu-
que's North End and Point Neighborhoods:
City Manager recommending approval for Jule
Transit to submit an application to the Ander-
sen Corporate Foundation to increase lighting,
seating and accessibility, while achieving
compliance with the Americans with Disabili-
ties Act, for bus stops in the North End and
Point neighborhoods. Upon motion the docu-
ments were received, filed and approved.
23. Improvement Contracts / Performance,
Payment and Maintenance Bonds: Tom Kueter
Construction Co., Inc. for the Dubuque Airport
Parking Lot Repair Project 2016. Upon motion
the documents were received, filed and ap-
proved.
24. Alcohol License Applications: City
Manager recommending approval of annual
beer, liquor and wine licenses as submitted.
Upon motion the documents were received
and filed and Resolution No. 358-16 Approving
applications for beer, liquor, and/or wine per-
mits, as required by City of Dubuque Code of
Ordinances Title 4 Business and License Reg-
ulations, Chapter 2 Liquor Control, Article B
Liquor, Beer and Wine Licenses and Permits
was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 358-16
APPROVING APPLICATIONS FOR BEER,
LIQUOR, AND/OR WINE PERMITS, AS RE-
QUIRED BY CITY OF DUBUQUE CODE OF
ORDINANCES TITLE 4 BUSINESS AND LI-
CENSE REGULATIONS, CHAPTER 2 LIQ-
UOR CONTROL, ARTICLE B LIQUOR,
BEER AND WINE LICENSES AND PERMITS
Whereas, applications for Beer, Liquor,
and or Wine Permits have been submitted and
filed with the City Council for approval and the
same have been examined and approved; and
Whereas, the premises to be occupied by
such applicants were inspected and found to
comply with the Ordinances of the City and the
applicants have filed the proper fees and
bonds and otherwise complied with the re-
quirements of the Code of Ordinances.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The City Clerk is hereby author-
ized and directed to cause to be issued the
noted permit types to the following applicants
pending submission of the locally required
documentation:
Renewals
Big 10 Mart Car Wash, 1875 JF Kennedy Rd.,
Class C Beer, Class B Native Wine (Sun-
day)
Happy Joe's, 855 Century Dr., Class B Beer
(Sunday)
Jumpers Sports Bar & Grill, 2600 Dodge St.,
Class C Liquor (Outdoor) (Sunday)
Kwik Stop, 1200 Cedar Cross Rd., Class E
Liquor, Class B Wine, Class C Beer (Sun-
day)
Book 146 Regular Session, October 17, 2016 399
Kwik Stop #848, 3201 Central Ave., Class E
Liquor, Class B Wine, Class C Beer (Sun-
day)
Kwik Stop #858, 3340 JF Kennedy Rd., Class
E Liquor, Class B Wine, Class C Beer
(Sunday)
Rainbow Lounge, 36 W. 4th St., Class C Liquor
(Sunday)
The Bait Shack, 2095 Kerper Blvd., Class B
Beer (Sunday)
Passed, approved and adopted this 17th
day of October 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
ITEMS SET FOR PUBLIC HEARING
Motion by Lynch to receive and file the
documents, adopt the resolutions, set the pub-
lic hearings as indicated, and direct the City
Clerk to publish notice as prescribed by law.
Seconded by Connors. Motion carried 7-0.
1. English Ridge Housing Urban Renewal
Area Amendment: City Manager recommend-
ing approval of a Resolution of Necessity that
finds that an Amended and Restated Urban
Renewal Plan for the English Ridge Housing
Urban Renewal Area is both necessary and
appropriate, and sets a public hearing on the
proposed amendment for November 21, 2016.
Upon motion the documents were received
and filed and Resolution No. 359-16 Resolu-
tion of Necessity finding that certain property in
and near the English Ridge Urban Renewal
Area is an Economic Development Area and
that the development of said Area is necessary
in the interest of the residents of the City of
Dubuque, Iowa and setting a date for hearing
on a proposed Amended and Restated Urban
Renewal Plan for said Area was adopted set-
ting a public hearing for a meeting to com-
mence at 6:00 p.m. on November 21, 2016.
RESOLUTION NO. 359-16
RESOLUTION OF NECESSITY FINDING
THAT CERTAIN PROPERTY IN AND NEAR
THE ENGLISH RIDGE URBAN RENEWAL
AREA IS AN ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
AREA AND THAT THE DEVELOPMENT OF
SAID AREA IS NECESSARY IN THE INTER-
EST OF THE RESIDENTS OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA AND SETTING A DATE
FOR HEARING ON A PROPOSED AMEND-
ED AND RESTATED URBAN RENEWAL
PLAN FOR SAID AREA
Whereas, the City Council of the City of
Dubuque has heretofore, by Resolution 380-
15, adopted November 2, 2015 as amended
by Resolution 396-15, adopted November 16,
2015, approved the Urban Renewal Plan (the
“Urban Renewal Plan”) for the English Ridge
Housing Urban Renewal Area (the “Area”) in
order to stimulate, through public involvement
and commitment, private investment in new
housing and residential development as de-
fined by Iowa Code 403.17(12), as described
in the Urban Renewal Plan; and
Whereas, City staff has recommended that
the Urban Renewal Plan be amended to add
additional adjacent areas and current project
details, including the acquisition and construc-
tion of expanded water infrastructure to better
serve the area; and
Whereas, the City Council has determined
that the area described in Attachments A and
B to this Resolution meets the definitions of an
economic development area as defined in
Chapter 403 “Urban Renewal” of the Iowa
Code, and staff has advised that all required
consents from Dubuque County and the own-
ers of any agricultural land have been ob-
tained; and
Whereas, a significant need for housing
units exists in the community and local re-
sources are needed to advance the develop-
ment; and
Whereas, Iowa Code Chapter 403 requires
that before urban renewal authority may be
exercised, a City Council must adopt a resolu-
tion of necessity finding that the area in ques-
tion is a slum, blighted or economic develop-
ment area, and that so designating such area
is necessary in the interest of the public health,
safety or welfare of the residents of the munic-
ipality.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the area generally de-
scribed in Attachment A to this Resolution is
an economic development area as defined by
Chapter 403 of the Iowa Code and is appropri-
ate for an urban renewal project and public
improvements related to housing and residen-
tial development.
Section 2. That the further development of
the amended English Ridge Housing Urban
Renewal Area is necessary and appropriate to
facilitate the proper growth and development
of the community in accordance with sound
planning and local community objectives.
Section 3. That the development of this ar-
ea will provide new opportunities for quality
housing and job creation in the community.
Section 4. That the City Manager is author-
ized and directed to prepare an Amended and
Restated Urban Renewal Plan for the English
Ridge Housing Urban Renewal Area, to for-
ward said Plan to the City's Long Range Plan-
ning Commission for review and comment and
to begin the consultation process required by
law with affected taxing entities.
Section 5. That the City Clerk is directed to
publish notice of a public hearing on the adop-
tion of an Amended and Restated Urban Re-
Book 146 Regular Session, October 17, 2016 400
newal Plan for the English Ridge Housing Ur-
ban Renewal Area to be held on the 21st day
of November, 2016, at 6:00 p.m. in the Historic
Federal Building in Dubuque, Iowa 350 W. 6th
Street, Dubuque, Iowa and that said notice
shall generally identify the area covered by the
Plan and the general scope of the Urban Re-
newal Plan activities planned for such area.
Section 6. That the City Clerk is further di-
rected to send by ordinary mail a copy of said
Plan and notice of public hearing to the Dubu-
que Community School District, and the Coun-
ty Board of Supervisors, as the affected taxing
entities.
Passed, approved and adopted this 17th
day of October, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
2. Greater Downtown Urban Renewal Dis-
trict Amendment: City Manager recommending
approval of a Resolution of Necessity that
finds that an amendment of the Amended and
Restated Urban Renewal Plan for the Greater
Downtown Urban Renewal District is both
necessary and appropriate, and sets a public
hearing on the proposed amendment for No-
vember 21, 2016. Upon motion the documents
were received and filed and Resolution No.
360-16 Resolution of Necessity finding that
certain areas to be included within the Greater
Downtown Urban Renewal District meet the
definition of a Blighted Area or an Economic
Development Area under the Urban Renewal
Law, and that development of said Areas is
necessary in the interest of the residents of the
City of Dubuque, Iowa and setting dates of
hearing and consultation on a proposed
Amendment to the Amended and Restated
Urban Renewal Plan for said District was
adopted setting a public hearing for a meeting
to commence at 6:00 p.m. on November 21,
2016.
RESOLUTION NO. 360-16
RESOLUTION OF NECESSITY FINDING
THAT CERTAIN AREAS TO BE INCLUDED
WITHIN THE GREATER DOWNTOWN UR-
BAN RENEWAL DISTRICT MEET THE DEF-
INITION OF A BLIGHTED AREA OR AN
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AREA UNDER
THE URBAN RENEWAL LAW, AND THAT
DEVELOPMENT OF SAID AREAS IS NEC-
ESSARY IN THE INTEREST OF THE RESI-
DENTS OF THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
AND SETTING DATES OF HEARING AND
CONSULTATION ON A PROPOSED
AMENDMENT TO THE AMENDED AND RE-
STATED URBAN RENEWAL PLAN FOR
SAID DISTRICT
Whereas, the City Council of the City of
Dubuque has heretofore approved the
Amended and Restated Urban Renewal Plan
for the Greater Downtown Urban Renewal
District (the “District”) in order to provide rede-
velopment opportunities which will further the
purposes and objectives of the foregoing Ur-
ban Renewal Plan; and
Whereas, City staff has recommended that
the District be amended to add adjacent areas
which meet the definition of a blighted area or
an economic development area, as found in
Chapter 403 of the Iowa Code, and that the
Amended and Restated Urban Renewal Plan
for the District be amended to include such
areas and to update urban renewal project
descriptions and make any other necessary
revisions; and
Whereas, Chapter 403 of the Iowa Code
requires that before urban renewal authority
may be exercised, a City Council must adopt a
resolution of necessity finding that the area in
question is a slum, blighted or economic de-
velopment area, and that so designating such
area is necessary in the interest of the public
health, safety or welfare of the residents of the
municipality.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the proposed North End
Subarea (which includes the former Dubuque
Brewing & Malting Urban Renewal District)
and West Locust Corridor Sub-area, each as
generally described in Exhibit “A” and Exhibit
“B” to this Resolution and to be included in the
Amended and Restated Urban Renewal Plan
for the Greater Downtown Urban Renewal
District, are blighted areas as defined by
Chapter 403 of the Iowa Code and are appro-
priate for an urban renewal project.
Section 2. That the proposed University
Avenue Corridor Subarea generally described
in Exhibit “A” and Exhibit “B” to this Resolution
and to be included in the Amended and Re-
stated Urban Renewal Plan for the Greater
Downtown Urban Renewal District, is an eco-
nomic development area as defined by Chap-
ter 403 of the Iowa Code and are appropriate
for an urban renewal project.
Section 3. That the development of the
above-described Sub-areas is necessary and
appropriate to facilitate the proper growth and
development of the community in accordance
with sound planning and local community ob-
jectives.
Section 4. That the City Manager is author-
ized and directed to prepare an Amended and
Restated Urban Renewal Plan for the Greater
Downtown Urban Renewal District to accom-
plish the foregoing purposes and objectives, to
include in such Plan any appropriate project
activities and details, to determine an appro-
priate date for and conduct the consultation
process required by law with affected taxing
entities concerning the proposed amendment,
Book 146 Regular Session, October 17, 2016 401
and submit the Amended and Restated Urban
Renewal Plan to the Planning Commission for
review and recommendation as to its conformi-
ty with the general plan for the development of
the community as a whole.
Section 5. That the City Council hold a
public hearing on the adoption of the proposed
Amended and Restated Urban Renewal Plan
for the Greater Downtown Urban Renewal
District on November 21, 2016 at 6:00 p.m. in
the Historic Federal Building, 350 West 6th
Street, Dubuque, Iowa 52001. The notice of
said hearing shall generally identify the areas
covered by the Amended and Restated Urban
Renewal Plan and the general scope of the
urban renewal activities planned for such are-
as, and said notice shall be published and
available to the public not less than four days
nor more than twenty days before the date of
said meeting. A copy of the notice of public
hearing shall be sent by ordinary mail to the
affected taxing entities.
Section 6. That the City Clerk is further di-
rected to send by ordinary mail a copy of said
Amended and Restated Urban Renewal Plan,
the notice of public hearing, and, to the extent
the amendment includes the use of tax incre-
ment revenues for a public building, an analy-
sis of alternative development and funding
options for such public buildings, to the Dubu-
que Community School District and the County
Board of Supervisors, as the affected taxing
entities.
Passed, approved and adopted this 17th
day of October, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
BOARDS/COMMISSIONS
Applicants were invited to address the City
Council regarding their desire to serve on the
following Boards/Commissions.
1. Housing Trust Fund Advisory Commit-
tee: One, 3-year term through August 17, 2019
(Expired term of Walsh). Applicant: John
Walsh, 316 Spring Valley Rd.
Appointments were made to the following
Boards/Commissions:
2. Building Code and Advisory Appeals
Board: One, 3-year term through August 1,
2019 (Vacant term of Kolf, Architect/Engineer
Representative). Applicant: Benjamin Beard
(Qualifies as Architect/Engineer Representa-
tive). Motion by Connors to appoint Mr. Beard
to a 3-year term through August 1, 2019. Se-
conded by Jones. Motion carried 7-0.
3. Community Development Advisory
Commission: One, 3-year term through Febru-
ary 15, 2017 (Vacant term of Craddieth,
Low/Moderate Income Area Representa-
tive).Applicant: Sara Burley, 2622 Broadway St
(Qualifies as LMI Representative). Motion by
Jones to appoint Ms. Burley to the remainder
of a 3-year term through February 15, 2016.
Seconded by Resnick. Motion carried 7-0.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. Request to Amend ID Institutional Dis-
trict - Finley Hospital: Proof of publication on
notice of public hearing to consider a request
from Finley Hospital to amend ID Institutional
District sign regulations at 1550 /1560 Univer-
sity Avenue to permit two (2) additional, 50 sq.
ft. wall-mounted signs and one (1), 80 sq. ft.,
eleven (11) foot-high monument-style sign to
the Kehl Diabetes Center building and the
Zoning Advisory Commission recommending
approval. Motion by Connors 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. Planning
Services Laura Carstens provided a staff re-
port. Motion carried 7-0.
Motion by Connors for final consideration
and passage of Ordinance No. 50-16 Amend-
ing Title 16 of the City of Dubuque Code of
Ordinances, Unified Development Code, by
providing for the amendment of Ordinance 14-
14, and approval of an amended Campus De-
velopment Plan for the Finley Hospital Institu-
tional District. Seconded by Jones. Motion
carried 7-0.
OFFICIAL PUBLICATION
ORDINANCE NO. 50-16
AMENDING TITLE 16 OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE CODE OF ORDINANCES, UNI-
FIED DEVELOPMENT CODE, BY PROVID-
ING FOR THE AMENDMENT OF ORDI-
NANCE 14-14, AND APPROVAL OF AN
AMENDED CAMPUS DEVELOPMENT PLAN
FOR THE FINLEY HOSPITAL INSTITU-
TIONAL DISTRICT
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That Title 16 of the City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances, Unified Devel-
opment Code, be amended by providing for
the approval of an amended campus devel-
opment plan for the Finley Hospital ID Institu-
tional District, a copy of which is on file with
the City of Dubuque Planning Services De-
partment.
Section 2. Institutional District Regulations.
A. Use Regulations
The following regulations shall apply to all
uses made of land in the above-described ID
Institutional District:
1. Principal permitted uses shall be lim-
ited to:
Book 146 Regular Session, October 17, 2016 402
a. Hospitals
b. Outpatient care facilities.
c. Office for administrative per-
sonnel or other institutional employ-
ees or affiliates.
d. Classrooms, laboratories, lec-
ture halls, auditoriums and similar
places of institutional assembly.
e. Off-street parking and loading.
f. Facilities and operations for the
diagnosis, care, and treatment of hu-
man health disorders, including ex-
aminations in operating rooms, physi-
cal therapy or x-ray facilities, psychi-
atric treatment, convalescent care,
and similar hospital-related uses. This
provision shall include separate doc-
tors’ clinics, drug stores, and other
medical facilities not owned or oper-
ated by the principal institution and
included in the conceptual develop-
ment plan.
2. Accessory Uses. The following uses
shall be permitted as accessory uses in
the above-described ID Institutional Dis-
trict.
a. Restaurants and cafeterias,
flower shops, gift shops, and candy,
cigar, or magazine stands, but only
when operated or located entirely
within a principal building.
b. As an accessory use to a med-
ical institution, and allocated entirely
within a principal building, facilities for
the compounding, dispensing, or sale
of drugs or medicines, prosthetic de-
vices, lotions and preparations, dental
care supplies, eyewear, bandages or
dressings, and similar medical or
health-related supplies.
c. Group daycare center.
d. All uses customarily incidental
to the principal permitted uses in con-
junction with which such accessory
use is operated or maintained, but not
to include commercial uses outside
the principal building.
B. Lot and Bulk Regulations
Development of land in the ID Institutional
District shall be regulated as follows: All build-
ings, structures, and activities shall be located
in substantial conformance with the attached
amended Campus Development Plan.
C. Performance Standards
The development and maintenance of uses
in this ID Institutional District shall be estab-
lished in conformance with Section 5-22 of the
Unified Development Code and the following
standards:
1. The storm water control shall be
designed and built in accordance with
City Regulations subject to review and
approval by the City of Dubuque Engi-
neering Department.
2. That appropriate erosion and sed-
iment control will be installed prior to
commencement of any land disturbing
activity related to the subject project, in-
cluding all required state and city permits
related to erosion control.
3. New outdoor lighting shall utilize
72-degree cut-off luminaries.
4. Landscaping shall be provided in
compliance with Article 13 of the Unified
Development Code.
5. All utilities, including telephone and
cable television, shall be installed under-
ground.
6. Final site plans shall be submitted
in accordance with Articles 12 and 13 of
the Unified Development Code.
D. Parking Requirements
The off-street parking requirements for the
principal permitted uses for the herein de-
scribed ID Institutional District shall be regulat-
ed as follows.
1. The number, size and layout of off-
street parking shall be in substantial
compliance with the amended campus
plan.
2. Any significant expansion or reduc-
tion in the number of off-street parking
spaces must be reviewed by Planning
Services staff for compliance with the
adopted Institutional District regulations.
E. Sign Regulations
1. Signage permitted in this ID Institu-
tional District shall be as follows:
a) Eleven freestanding signs with
a maximum of 50 square feet per
sign.
b) One freestanding sign with a
maximum of 100 square feet per sign.
c) Twenty-five wall-mounted signs
with a maximum of 50 square feet per
sign.
d) Four wall-mounted signs with a
maximum of 100 square feet per sign.
e) One wall-mounted sign with a
maximum of 200 square feet.
f) Directional signs, as needed,
with a maximum sign area of 10
square feet and 10 feet in height.
g) That all other sign regulations
not herein identified shall conform to
Section 16-15 of the Unified Devel-
opment Code.
2. Signage allowed for the Kehl Dia-
betes Center building:
a) Two (2) 50 square feet wall
signs.
b) One (1) 80 square foot monu-
ment sign 11 feet in height.
F. Additional Standards
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That all previously approved campus de-
velopment plans are hereby amended to allow
for the attached campus development plan.
G. Transfer of Ownership
Transfer of ownership of property in this ID
Institutional District requires rezoning of the
property to an appropriate zoning district.
H. Modifications
Any modifications of this Ordinance must
be approved by the City Council in accordance
with zoning reclassification proceedings of
Article 9 of the Unified Development Code.
Section 3. The foregoing amendment has
heretofore been reviewed by the Zoning Advi-
sory Commission of the City of Dubuque, Io-
wa.
Section 4. The foregoing amendment shall
take effect upon publications, as provided by
law.
Passed, approved and adopted this 17th
day of October, 2016.
/s/Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: /s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Published officially in the Telegraph Herald
newspaper on the 21st day of October, 2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
2. Request to Amend PUD Planned Unit
Development - Plaza 20: Proof of publication
on notice of public hearing to consider a re-
quest from Plaza 20, Inc. to amend the Plaza
20 PUD Planned Unit Development sign regu-
lations at 2600 Dodge Street to permit one (1)
400 sq. ft. and two (2), 250 sq. ft. freestanding
signs and the Zoning Advisory Commission
recommending approval. Motion by Lynch 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. Planning Services Manager Laura
Carstens provided a staff report. Responding
to questions from the City Council, Ms. Car-
stens stated that these are on premise signs
and therefore not effected by regulations that
apply to off-premise signs within the Hwy
20/Dodge Street right-of-way and regardless of
whether the City or IDOT has jurisdiction over
that right-of-way. Motion carried 7-0.
Motion by Lynch for final consideration and
passage of Ordinance No. 51-16 Amending
Title 16, the Unified Development Code of the
City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances by re-
scinding Ordinance 13-16 Which Established
Regulations for the Plaza 20 PUD Planned
Unit Development District with a Planned
Commercial Designation and now being
amended to allow for modification of the On-
Premise Sign Regulations Applied to Plaza 20.
Seconded by Del Toro. Motion carried 7-0.
OFFICIAL PUBLICATION
ORDINANCE NO. 51-16
AMENDING TITLE 16, THE UNIFIED DE-
VELOPMENT CODE OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE CODE OF ORDINANCES BY
RESCINDING ORDINANCE 13-16 WHICH
ESTABLISHED REGULATIONS FOR THE
PLAZA 20 PUD PLANNED UNIT DEVELOP-
MENT DISTRICT WITH A PLANNED COM-
MERCIAL DESIGNATION AND NOW BEING
AMENDED TO ALLOW FOR MODIFICATION
OF THE ON-PREMISE SIGN REGULATIONS
APPLIED TO PLAZA 20
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That Title 16, the Unified Devel-
opment Code of the City of Dubuque Code of
Ordinances is hereby amended by rescinding
Ordinance 13-16 which established regulations
for the Plaza 20 Planned Unit Development
District with a Planned Commercial District
designation, and now being amended to allow
modification of the on premise sign regulations
applied to Plaza 20, to wit:
A. Use Regulations
The following regulations shall apply to all
uses made of land in the above-described
Planned Unit Development:
Principal permitted uses: The following us-
es are permitted in the Plaza 20 Planned Unit
Development:
1. Regional shopping center
2. Retail sales/service
3. Indoor restaurant
4. Drive-in/carry-out restaurant
5. General offices
6. Indoor recreation
7. Outdoor recreation
8. Auto sales and service
9. Auto service centers
10. Automated gas station
11. Self-service car wash
12. Business services
13. Hotel
14. Motel
15. Auditorium or assembly hall
Accessory Uses: The following accessory
uses are permitted in the Plaza 20 Planned
Unit Development:
1. Any use customarily incidental and
subordinate to the principal use it serves.
2. Outdoor seating as part of an in-
door restaurant, bar or tavern.
Conditional Uses: The following conditional
uses are permitted in the Plaza 20 Planned
Unit Development, subject to the provisions of
Section 8 of the Unified Development Code
that establishes requirements for application to
the Zoning Board of Adjustment for a condi-
tional use permit, and any other specific condi-
tions listed below for a conditional use.
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1. Licensed child care centers, pro-
vided that:
a. Such facility shall supply load-
ing and unloading spaces so as not to
obstruct public streets or create traffic
or safety hazards.
b. All licenses have been issued
or have been applied for and are
awaiting the outcome of the state’s
decision.
c. Such use shall not be located
within the same structure as any gas
station, bar/tavern, automated gas
station or any facility selling, servic-
ing, repairing, or renting vehicles.
d. The conditional use applicant
certifies that the premises on which
the licensed child care center will be
located complies with, and will for so
long as the licensed child care center
is so located, continue to comply with
all local, state and federal regulations
governing hazardous substances,
hazardous conditions, hazardous
wastes, and hazardous materials.
e. If the applicant is subject to the
requirements of Section 302 of the
Superfund Amendments and Reau-
thorization Act of 1986, as amended,
the Emergency Management Director
shall certify whether or not the appli-
cant has submitted a current invento-
ry of extremely hazardous substanc-
es kept or stored on the premises. If
any such extremely hazardous sub-
stances are kept or stored on the
premises, the applicant shall also
post in a conspicuous place on the
premises a notice indicating a de-
scription of the extremely hazardous
substances, and the physical and
health hazards presented by such
substances.
f. Applicant shall submit an evac-
uation plan for approval by the City,
both written and drawn, that details
where the children will go in the event
of a hazardous materials incident.
The plan shall include a “house in
place” scenario in which the children
can be kept safely within a room of
the building that has no penetration to
the outside (windows, doors, etc.).
g. Applicant shall submit plans for
approval by the City that indicate the
installation of a main emergency
shut-off switch for the heating, venti-
lation, and air conditioning (HVAC)
system to minimize the infiltration risk
of airborne hazardous materials.
B. Lot and Bulk Regulations.
The following bulk regulations shall apply
in the Plaza 20 Planned Unit Development,
subject to the provisions of the Unified Devel-
opment Code.
1. All shopping center buildings,
structures, and activities shall be devel-
oped in substantial conformance with
previously approved conceptual devel-
opment plan(s).
2. All shopping center buildings and
structures shall be limited to a maximum
height of 40 feet.
3. All buildings and structures located
on out lots shall be developed in compli-
ance with the bulk regulations of the C-3
General Commercial district.
C. Sign Regulations.
1. The provisions of the City of Dubu-
que Unified Development Code, Section
15 Signs shall apply unless further regu-
lated by this section.
2. On-premise signs: On-premise
signs shall be regulated in accordance
with the provisions of Exhibit A.
3. Off-premise signs: Off-premise
signs shall be prohibited.
4. Variances: Variances from sign re-
quirements for size, number, and height
may be requested. Such variances shall
be reviewed by the Zoning Board of Ad-
justment in accordance with Article 8-6 of
the Unified Development Code.
D. Parking Regulations
1. Parking requirements for Plaza 20
shall be one space per 250 square feet
of retail space accessible to the general
public.
2. All vehicle-related features shall be
surfaced with standard or permeable as-
phalt, concrete, or pavers.
3. Curbing and proper surface drain-
age of storm water shall be provided.
4. All parking and loading spaces
shall be delineated on the surfacing ma-
terial by painted stripes or other perma-
nent means.
5. The size and design of parking
spaces shall be governed by applicable
provisions of the Unified Development
Code enforced at the time of develop-
ment of the lot.
6. The number, size, design, and lo-
cation of parking spaces designated for
persons with disabilities shall be accord-
ing to the local, state, or federal require-
ments in effect at the time of develop-
ment.
7. Parking requirements for busi-
nesses located on out lots shall comply
with the provisions of Section 14 of the
Unified Development Code.
E. Site Lighting
1. Exterior illumination of site features
shall be limited to the illumination of the
following:
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a. Parking areas, driveways and
loading facilities.
b. Pedestrian walkway surfaces
and entrances to building.
c. Building exterior.
2. Location and Design
a. All exterior lighting luminaries
shall be designed and installed to
shield light from the luminaries at an-
gles above 72-degrees from vertical.
b. Fixtures mounted on a building
shall not be positioned higher than
the roofline of the building.
c. All electrical service lines to
posts and fixtures shall be under-
ground and concealed inside the
posts.
F. Exterior Trash Collection Areas
1. The storage of trash and debris
shall be limited to that produced by the
principal permitted use and accessory
uses of the lot.
2. All exterior trash collection areas
and the materials contained therein shall
be visually screened from view. The
screening shall be completely opaque
fence, wall or other feature not exceeding
a height of 10 feet measured from the
ground level outside the line of the
screen. Screens built on sloping grades
shall be stepped so that their top line
shall be horizontal. All exterior entrances
to a screened trash area shall be provid-
ed with a gate or door of similar design to
that of the screen.
G. Performance Standards
The development and maintenance of uses
in this Planned Unit Development shall be es-
tablished in conformance with the following
standards.
1. That the east side of Plaza 20 ad-
jacent to the new retail space be planted
with species of shade trees that will pro-
vide an effective screen in the future be-
tween the commercial plaza and residen-
tial properties to the east.
2. Platting: Subdivision plats shall be
submitted in accordance with Section 11
Land Subdivision of the City of Dubuque
Unified Development Code.
3. Site Plans: Final site development
plans shall be submitted in accordance
with Section 12 Site Plans and Section
13 Site Design Standards of the City of
Dubuque Unified Development Code pri-
or to construction of each building and
vehicle-related feature unless otherwise
exempted by Article 12.
4. Storm Water Conveyance: The de-
veloper of each lot shall be responsible
for providing surface or subsurface con-
veyance(s) of storm water from the lot to
existing storm sewers or to the flow line
of open drainage ways outside the lot in
a means that is satisfactory to the Engi-
neering Department of the City of Dubu-
que. Other applicable regulations en-
forced by the City of Dubuque relative to
storm water management and drainage
shall apply to properties in the Planned
Unit Development.
H. Other Codes and Regulations
1. Service Lines. All electric, tele-
phone, cable, or other similar utility lines
serving the building and other site fea-
tures shall be located underground,
where feasible.
2. These regulations do not relieve
the owner from other applicable city,
county, state or federal codes, regula-
tions, laws and other controls relative to
the planning, construction, operation and
management of property within the city of
Dubuque.
I. Transfer of Ownership
Transfer of ownership or lease of property
in the Plaza 20 PUD shall include in the trans-
fer or lease agreement a provision that the
purchaser or lessee acknowledges awareness
of the conditions authorizing the establishment
of the District PUD.
J. Recording
A copy of this PUD Ordinance shall be
recorded, at the expense of the property own-
er, with the Dubuque County Recorder as a
permanent record of the conditions accepted
as part of this reclassification approval. This
ordinance shall be binding upon the under-
signed and his/her heirs, successors and as-
signs.
Section 2. The foregoing amendment has
heretofore been reviewed by the Zoning Advi-
sory Commission of the City of Dubuque, Io-
wa.
Section 3. The foregoing amendment shall
take effect upon publication, as provided by
law.
Passed, approved and adopted this 17th
day of October, 2016.
/s/Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: /s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Published officially in the Telegraph Herald
newspaper on the 21st day of October, 2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
PUBLIC INPUT
Carol Copeland, Executive Management,
1330 Locust Street; and Lynn Lampe, Vice
President of the Dubuque Landlords Associa-
tion, expressed their opposition to Source of
Income code requirements currently under
discussion and urged the Council to continue
Book 146 Regular Session, October 17, 2016 406
to allow landlords, property owners and hous-
ing providers the choice to participate or not in
the Housing Choice Voucher and other assis-
tance programs.
ACTION ITEMS
1. State Representative Charles Isenhart:
Mr. Isenhart addressed the City Council re-
garding his 2017 Legislative Priorities and
asked the Council to keep this information in
mind as it develops the City’s own Legislative
Priorities. Topics included: clean water/soil
health; clean energy and climate action; local
food system development to improve public
health and diversity our agricultural economy;
economic/ workforce development to benefit
and empower populations underserved by or
disadvantaged in our community; access
health care, particularly treatment for mental
health and substance abuse. Mr. Isenhart then
outlined examples of several initiatives where
he and the City might work together on these
priorities. Motion by Jones to receive and file
the documents. Seconded by Connors. Motion
carried 7-0.
2. Expansion of Conservation District to In-
clude 553 E. 14th Street (Tabled from Septem-
ber 6, 2016): City Manager recommending City
Council action on one of four options related to
the expansion of the Washington Neighbor-
hood Conservation District to include 553 E.
14th Street. Motion by Connors to remove from
the table. Seconded by Jones. Motion carried
7-0.
Restate motion by Connors to receive and
file the documents and deny the City’s request.
Seconded by Resnick. Motion carried 6-1 with
Rios voting nay. City Attorney Crenna Brum-
well and Planning Services Manage Laura
Carstens responded to questions from the City
Council regarding the City’s inability to inspect
the interior of non-rental buildings without
permission; the City’s permitting and design
review process within conservation and histor-
ic districts, the architectural and historic struc-
ture assessment survey; and the inspection
history of this property.
3. North Grandview Avenue Right-of-Way
Amendment to Purchase Agreement (K&T
Real Estate): City Manager recommending
approval to amend the purchase agreement
for the vacation and disposal of a portion of the
North Grandview Avenue right-of-way in the
southwest corner of the intersection of North
Grandview Avenue and University Avenue.
Motion by Connors to receive and file the doc-
uments and adopt Resolution No. 361-16
Amending the Purchase Agreement for the
vacation and disposal of a portion of the North
Grandview Avenue right-of-way in the City of
Dubuque. Seconded by Rios. Motion carried 7-
0. Responded to questions from the City
Council City Manager Van Milligen and City
Engineer Gus Psihoyos explained how the
amendment will allow the City to use the prop-
erty for the proposed roundabout at this inter-
section.
RESOLUTION NO. 361-16
AMENDING THE PURCHASE AGREEMENT
FOR THE VACATION AND DISPOSAL OF A
PORTION OF THE NORTH GRANDVIEW
AVENUE RIGHT OF WAY IN THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE
Whereas, K & T Real Estate, LLC request-
ed the vacation of a portion of the North
Grandview Avenue right of way for the con-
struction of a commercial property at the
southwest corner of the intersection of North
Grandview Avenue and University Avenue;
and
Whereas, a purchase agreement was final-
ized with K & T Real Estate, LLC, purchaser of
the property scheduled for vacation and dis-
posal; and
Whereas, the City Council passed Resolu-
tion 229-16 approving the disposal of Lot 1 of
Tiefenthaler 2nd Place; and
Whereas, in June of 2016 the City of
Dubuque vacated and sold a portion of the
North Grandview Avenue right of way known
at Lot 1 of Tiefenthaler 2nd Place via Quit
Claim Deed to K & T Real Estate, LLC; and
Whereas, per the terms of the purchase
agreement, K & T Real Estate, LLC is to con-
struct a nine stall parking lot on City Property
adjacent to Lot 1 of Tiefenthaler 2nd Place; and
Whereas, it is in the best interest of the
City to not require the construction of the park-
ing lot on City Property as it will be in conflict
with the location of the proposed roundabout
intersection improvements now scheduled for
the year 2017.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That amending the purchase
agreement, for the sale of Lot 1 of Tiefenthaler
2nd Place, to remove the requirement for the
construction of said parking lot is hereby ap-
proved. All other terms and conditions of the
agreement shall remain in full force and effect.
Section 2. That the Mayor is hereby au-
thorized to execute and sign said amendment
to purchase agreement.
Passed, approved and adopted this 17th
day of October, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
4. Code of Ordinances Amendment Title
14 - References to Housing Code: City Man-
ager recommending approval of an ordinance
Book 146 Regular Session, October 17, 2016 407
which adjusts any references to the recently
repealed Title 6, Chapter 6 of the City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances to the updated
and proper code. Motion by Lynch to receive
and file the documents and that the require-
ment that a proposed ordinance be considered
and voted on for passage at two Council meet-
ings prior to the meeting at which it is to be
passed be suspended. Seconded by Jones.
Motion carried 7-0.
Motion by Lynch for final consideration and
passage of Ordinance No. 52-16 Amending
Ordinance 30-16 Which repealed Title 6,
Chapter 6 of the City of Dubuque Code of Or-
dinances and all other Ordinances or parts of
Laws in Conflict therewith; Adopted the 2015
Edition of the International Property Mainte-
nance Code, Regulating and Governing the
Conditions and Maintenance of all Property,
Buildings, and Structures; Provided the Stand-
ards for Supplied Utilities and Facilities and
Other Physical Things and Conditions Essen-
tial to Ensure that Structures are Safe, Sani-
tary and fit for Occupation and Use; and Con-
demning Buildings and Structures Unfit for
Human Occupancy and Use, and the Demoli-
tion of Such Existing Structure in the City of
Dubuque; Provided for the Issuance of Permits
and Collection of Fees Therefor; and Adopted
a New Article within Title 14, Chapter 1 as
Article J; by adjusting the Notice of Violation
Provision, adding Definitions for Building Offi-
cial and Code Official, and modifying the
Housing Board of Appeal Provisions to be
Consistent with the Provisions for Other
Boards and Commissions of the City. Second-
ed by Rios. Motion carried 7-0.
OFFICIAL PUBLICATION
ORDINANCE NO. 52-16
AMENDING ORDINANCE 30-16 WHICH RE-
PEALED TITLE 6, CHAPTER 6 OF THE CITY
OF DUBUQUE CODE OF ORDINANCES
AND ALL OTHER ORDINANCES OR PARTS
OF LAWS IN CONFLICT THEREWITH;
ADOPTED THE 2015 EDITION OF THE IN-
TERNATIONAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE
CODE, REGULATING AND GOVERNING
THE CONDITIONS AND MAINTENANCE OF
ALL PROPERTY, BUILDINGS, AND
STRUCTURES; PROVIDED THE STAND-
ARDS FOR SUPPLIED UTILITIES AND FA-
CILITIES AND OTHER PHYSICAL THINGS
AND CONDITIONS ESSENTIAL TO ENSURE
THAT STRUCTURES ARE SAFE, SANITARY
AND FIT FOR OCCUPATION AND USE;
AND CONDEMNING BUILDINGS AND
STRUCTURES UNFIT FOR HUMAN OCCU-
PANCY AND USE, AND THE DEMOLITION
OF SUCH EXISTING STRUCTURE IN THE
CITY OF DUBUQUE; PROVIDED FOR THE
ISSUANCE OF PERMITS AND COLLECTION
OF FEES THEREFOR; AND ADOPTED A
NEW ARTICLE WITHIN TITLE 14, CHAPTER
1 AS ARTICLE J; BY ADJUSTING THE NO-
TICE OF VIOLATION PROVISION, ADDING
DEFINITIONS FOR BUILDING OFFICIAL
AND CODE OFFICIAL, AND MODIFYING
THE HOUSING BOARD OF APPEAL PRO-
VISIONS TO BE CONSISTENT WITH THE
PROVISIONS FOR OTHER BOARDS AND
COMMISSIONS OF THE CITY
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IA:
Section 1. Ordinance No. 30-16 is amend-
ed to read as follows:
. . . .
14-1J-4: PRIORITY CATEGORY:
A. Priority Category Designated: The
city manager may designate a property
owner, manager, or licensed real estate
professional a priority category for pur-
poses of the property maintenance code
if three (3) times within a period of twelve
(12) consecutive months the property
owner, manager, or licensed real estate
professional:
1. Has a rental license suspend-
ed;
2. Has a rental license revoked;
3. Is noncompliant with property
maintenance code orders in excess
of ninety (90) days without either an
extension of time or variance from the
housing board of appeals board or
good faith progress as determined by
the city manager;
4. Fails to perform a mandated
criminal background check on a ten-
ant; or
5. Receives a citation for a prop-
erty maintenance code violation.
B. Notice Of Priority Category Status:
Whenever the city manager designates a
property owner, manager, or licensed re-
al estate professional to be a priority cat-
egory under subsection A of this section,
the city manager must give notice of the
designation to the property owner, man-
ager, or licensed real estate professional
responsible. Each notice must:
1. Be in writing;
2. Include a listing of the basis for
designating the property owner, man-
ager, or licensed real estate profes-
sional a priority category;
3. Be served upon the property
owner, manager, or licensed real es-
tate professional by delivering the
same at the property owner, manag-
er, or licensed real estate profession-
al's residence, office, or place of
business in person or by mailing by
certified mail or regular mail to such
address. All such mail must bear indi-
Book 146 Regular Session, October 17, 2016 408
cia requesting return to sender or
forwarding address if not deliverable
as addressed; and
4. Contain a statement that:
a. The property owner, man-
ager, or licensed real estate pro-
fessional may appeal from the no-
tice of the city manager to the
housing board of appeals;
b. An appeal must be made in
writing and filed with the city
manager within twenty (20) days
from the date of service of the
designation notice; and
c. A failure to appeal will con-
stitute a waiver of all rights to an
appeal.
5. This section may not be inter-
preted to prevent the enforcement
and imposition of fines and penalties
for property maintenance code viola-
tions.
. . . .
Section 2. This Ordinance takes effect up-
on publication.
Passed, approved and adopted this 17th
day of October, 2016.
/s/Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: /s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Published officially in the Telegraph Herald
newspaper on the 21st day of October, 2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
5. Code of Ordinances Amendment Title 4
- Solicitor's License: City Manager recom-
mending approval of an Ordinance providing
that the City Manager must give written notice
of the revocation, suspension or denial of re-
newal to the licensee. Motion by Connors 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
Lynch. Motion carried 7-0.
Motion by Connors for final consideration
and passage of Ordinance No. 53-16 Amend-
ing City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances Title
4 Business and License Regulations, Chapter
5 Solicitor’s License, Section 4-5-10 Denial,
Suspension, or Revocation of License by
providing that the City Manager must give writ-
ten notice of the revocation, suspension, or
denial of renewal. Seconded by Lynch. Motion
carried 7-0.
OFFICIAL PUBLICATION
ORDINANCE NO. 53-16
AMENDING CITY OF DUBUQUE CODE OF
ORDINANCES TITLE 4 BUSINESS AND LI-
CENSE REGULATIONS, CHAPTER 5 SO-
LICITOR’S LICENSE, SECTION 4-5-10 DE-
NIAL, SUSPENSION, OR REVOCATION OF
LICENSE BY PROVIDING THAT THE CITY
MANAGER MUST GIVE WRITTEN NOTICE
OF THE REVOCATION, SUSPENSION, OR
DENIAL OF RENEWAL
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. Section 4-5-10 of the City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances is amended to
read as follows:
4-5-10: DENIAL, SUSPENSION, OR
REVOCATION OF LICENSE:
A. The city manager may, upon good
cause, deny issuance or renewal of a li-
cense or suspend or revoke any license
issued under this article for a period not
to exceed one year for any of the follow-
ing:
1. Violation of any federal, state,
or local law, including, but not limited
to, a violation of this chapter or any
other chapter of this code;
2. Misrepresentation of any mate-
rial fact in the application for a li-
cense;
3. Failure to cooperate with law
enforcement; or
4. The licensee, owner, manager,
partner, corporate officer, or director
has been convicted of a crime involv-
ing robbery, burglary, theft, forgery,
fraud, or deceptive practices, the
possession, manufacture, or delivery
of a controlled substance, possession
with intent to manufacture or deliver a
controlled substance, possession of
drug paraphernalia, or nonpayment of
excise taxes for a controlled sub-
stance, nonpayment of other taxes, or
demonstrated insolvency.
5. Misrepresentation of the
source, condition, quality, weight, or
measure of the product sold by such
solicitor; or
6. If any judgment recovered
against such solicitor with reference
to the operation of the business within
the city remains unpaid for a period of
six (6) months, provided such judg-
ment be not stayed under a super-
sedes bond upon appeal from such
judgment.
B. The city manager must give written
notice of the revocation, suspension, or
denial of renewal of any license issued
under the provisions of this chapter to the
license holder and the surety or sureties
furnishing the bond provided for herein.
C. In the event of such revocation,
suspension, or denial or nonrenewal, no
other solicitor's license may be issued to
such person for a period of two (2) years
thereafter.
Book 146 Regular Session, October 17, 2016 409
Section 2. This Ordinance takes effect up-
on publication.
Passed, approved and adopted this 17th
day of October, 2016.
/s/Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: /s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Published officially in the Telegraph Herald
newspaper on the 21st day of October, 2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
6. Code of Ordinances Amendment Title
14 - Mechanical and Plumbing Code Board:
City Manager recommending approval of two
ordinances to amend Ordinance Nos. 25-16
and 26-16 to make the language for the Me-
chanical and Plumbing Code Board consistent
between the two ordinances. 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. Motion carried 7-0.
Motion by Jones for final consideration and
passage of Ordinance No. 54-16 Amending
Ordinance 25-16 W hich repealed Title 14
Building and Development, Chapter 1 Building
Codes, Article F Mechanical Code, Sections
14-1F-1 International Mechanical Code Adopt-
ed and 14-1F-2 International Mechanical Code
Amendments and adopted new sections in lieu
thereof Adopting the 2015 International Me-
chanical Code; and Ordinance No. 55-16
Amending Ordinance 26-16 Which repealed
Title 14 Building and Development, Chapter 1
Building Codes, Article H Plumbing Code, Sec-
tions 14-1H-1 International Plumbing Code
Adopted and 14-1H-2 International Plumbing
Code Amendments and adopted new sections
in lieu thereof adopting the 2015 International
Plumbing Code. Seconded by Resnick. Motion
carried 7-0.
OFFICIAL PUBLICATION
ORDINANCE NO. 54-16
AMENDING ORDINANCE 25-16 WHICH RE-
PEALED TITLE 14 BUILDING AND DEVEL-
OPMENT, CHAPTER 1 BUILDING CODES,
ARTICLE F MECHANICAL CODE, SEC-
TIONS 14-1F-1 INTERNATIONAL MECHAN-
ICAL CODE ADOPTED AND 14-1F-2 IN-
TERNATIONAL MECHANICAL CODE
AMENDMENTS AND ADOPTED NEW SEC-
TIONS IN LIEU THEREOF ADOPTING THE
2015 INTERNATIONAL MECHANICAL
CODE
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IA:
Section 1. Ordinance No. 25-16 is amend-
ed to read as follows:
. . . .
14-1F-4: MECHANICAL AND PLUMBING
CODE BOARD:
A. Board Created: In order to hear
and decide appeals of orders, decisions,
or determinations made by the code offi-
cial relative to the application and inter-
pretation of this code, there shall be and
is hereby created a Mechanical and
Plumbing Code Board. The Mechanical
and Plumbing Code Board shall be ap-
pointed by the City Council and shall hold
office at its pleasure.
B. Membership: The Mechanical and
Plumbing Code Board shall consist of
seven (7) residents of the city, appointed
by the City Council for a term of three (3)
years or until such member's successor
is appointed and qualified. Vacancies
must be filled in the same manner as
original appointments.
1. Special Qualifications.
a. Two (2) at-large members
b. Five (5) members who pos-
sess a minimum of one of the fol-
lowing requirements: minimum of
five (5) years working experience
in the plumbing or mechanical
trade, hold a state certification as
a mechanical or plumbing con-
tractor, licensed mechanical or
hydraulic engineer, or any combi-
nation thereof.
c. Members must be eighteen
(18) years of age or older.
C. Oath: Each person, upon appoint-
ment or reappointment to the board, must
execute an oath of office at the first meet-
ing of the board following appointment or
reappointment or at the city clerk's office
any time prior to the first meeting of the
board following the appointment or reap-
pointment.
D. Officers/Organization: The board
must choose annually a chairperson and
vice-chairperson, each to serve a term of
one (1) year. The code official is the sec-
retary of the board. The board must fill a
vacancy among its officers for the re-
mainder of the officer’s unexpired term.
E. Compensation: Members serve
without compensation, provided that they
may receive reimbursement for neces-
sary travel and other expenses while on
official board business within the limits
established in the city administrative poli-
cies and budget.
F. Disqualification of Member: A
member shall not hear an appeal in
which that member has a personal, pro-
fessional, or financial interest.
G. Application for Appeal:
1. Any person affected by a deci-
sion of the code official or a notice or
Book 146 Regular Session, October 17, 2016 410
order issued under this code shall
have the right to appeal to the Me-
chanical and Plumbing Code Board,
provided a written application for ap-
peal is filed within twenty (20) days
after the day the decision, notice, or
order was served.
2. An application for appeal shall
be based on a claim that the true in-
tent of this code or the rules legally
adopted thereunder have been incor-
rectly interpreted, the provisions of
this code do not fully apply, or an
equally good or better form of con-
struction is proposed.
H. Limitations on Authority (Board
Powers):
1. The board has the following
powers, duties, and responsibilities:
a. To advise the city council
on all mechanical and plumbing
code regulations and procedures.
b. To serve as an appeal body
for the decisions of the code offi-
cial or the code official’s design-
ee.
c. To provide for reasonable
interpretations of the mechanical
and plumbing code.
The Mechanical and Plumbing Code Board
does not have the authority to waive the re-
quirements of this code.
I. Notice of Meeting: The board shall
meet upon notice from the chairman,
within not less than ten (10) days and not
more than sixty (60) days of the filing of
an appeal, at stated periodic meetings, or
at the written request of a majority of the
members.
J. Open Hearing:
1. Hearings before the board shall
be open to the public and in compli-
ance with the provisions of the Iowa
open meetings law.
2. The appellant, the appellant’s
representative, the code official, and
any person whose interests are af-
fected shall be given an opportunity
to be heard.
K. Hearing Procedure:
1. The board shall adopt and
make available to the public through
the secretary procedures under which
a hearing will be conducted. The pro-
cedures shall not require compliance
with strict rules of evidence, but shall
mandate that only relevant infor-
mation be received.
2. A quorum shall consist of a
minimum of two-thirds (2/3) of the
board membership.
3. Members of the board shall at-
tend at least two-thirds (2/3) of all
regularly scheduled and held meet-
ings within a twelve (12) month peri-
od. If any member does not attend
such prescribed number of meetings,
it shall constitute grounds for the
board to recommend to the city coun-
cil that the member be replaced. The
attendance of all members shall be
entered upon the minutes of all meet-
ings.
4. The code official shall file with
the city council a copy of the minutes
of each meeting of the board within
ten (10) working days after each such
meeting, or by the next regularly
scheduled city council meeting,
whichever is later.
5. All administrative, personnel,
accounting, budgetary, and procure-
ment policies of the city shall govern
the board in its operations.
6. Removal: The city council may
remove any member for cause upon
written charges and after a public
hearing.
L. Postponed Hearing: Either the city
or the appellant may request a post-
ponement of a hearing subject to the ap-
proval of the code official. In no event
may a postponement exceed ninety (90)
days beyond the date of the appeal.
M. Board Decision on Appeals: The
board may, by majority vote, affirm, modi-
fy, or reverse the decision of the code of-
ficial.
N. Resolution: The decision of the
board shall be by resolution. A written
copy shall be furnished to the appellant
and placed in the board’s records.
O. Administration: The code official
shall take immediate action in accord-
ance with the decision of the board.
P. Court Review: Any person, wheth-
er or not a previous party to the appeal,
shall have the right to apply to the appro-
priate court for a writ of certiorari to cor-
rect errors of law. Application for review
shall be made in the manner and time
required by law following the filing of the
decision in the office of the code official
chief administrative officer.
Q. Stays of Enforcement: Appeals of
notice and orders (other than Imminent
Danger notices) shall stay the enforce-
ment of the notice and order until the ap-
peal is heard by the appeals board.
Section 2. This Ordinance takes effect up-
on publication.
Passed, approved and adopted this 17th
day of October, 2016.
/s/Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: /s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Book 146 Regular Session, October 17, 2016 411
Published officially in the Telegraph Herald
newspaper on the 21st day of October, 2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
OFFICIAL PUBLICATION
ORDINANCE NO. 55-16
AMENDING ORDINANCE 26-16 WHICH RE-
PEALED TITLE 14 BUILDING AND DEVEL-
OPMENT, CHAPTER 1 BUILDING CODES,
ARTICLE H PLUMBING CODE, SECTIONS
14-1H-1 INTERNATIONAL PLUMBING
CODE ADOPTED AND 14-1H-2 INTERNA-
TIONAL PLUMBING CODE AMENDMENTS
AND ADOPTED NEW SECTIONS IN LIEU
THEREOF ADOPTING THE 2015 INTERNA-
TIONAL PLUMBING CODE
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IA:
Section 1. Ordinance No. 26-16 is amend-
ed to read as follows:
. . . .
14-1H-7: MECHANICAL AND PLUMBING
CODE BOARD:
A. Board Created: In order to hear
and decide appeals of orders, decisions,
or determinations made by the code offi-
cial relative to the application and inter-
pretation of this code, there shall be and
is hereby created a Mechanical and
Plumbing Code Board. The Mechanical
and Plumbing Code Board shall be ap-
pointed by the City Council and shall hold
office at its pleasure.
B. Membership: The Mechanical and
Plumbing Code Board shall consist of
seven (7) residents of the city, appointed
by the City Council for a term of three (3)
years or until such member's successor
is appointed and qualified. Vacancies
must be filled in the same manner as
original appointments.
1. Special Qualifications.
a. Two (2) at-large members
b. Five (5) members who pos-
sess a minimum of one of the fol-
lowing requirements: minimum of
five (5) years working experience
in the plumbing or mechanical
trade, hold a state certification as
a mechanical or plumbing con-
tractor, licensed mechanical or
hydraulic engineer, or any combi-
nation thereof.
c. Members must be eighteen
(18) years of age or older.
C. Oath: Each person, upon appoint-
ment or reappointment to the board, must
execute an oath of office at the first meet-
ing of the board following appointment or
reappointment or at the city clerk's office
any time prior to the first meeting of the
board following the appointment or reap-
pointment.
D. Officers/Organization: The board
must choose annually a chairperson and
vice-chairperson, each to serve a term of
one (1) year. The code official is the sec-
retary of the board. The board must fill a
vacancy among its officers for the re-
mainder of the officer’s unexpired term.
E. Compensation: Members serve
without compensation, provided that they
may receive reimbursement for neces-
sary travel and other expenses while on
official board business within the limits
established in the city administrative poli-
cies and budget.
F. Disqualification of Member: A
member shall not hear an appeal in
which that member has a personal, pro-
fessional, or financial interest.
G. Application for Appeal:
1. Any person affected by a deci-
sion of the code official or a notice or
order issued under this code shall
have the right to appeal to the Me-
chanical and Plumbing Code Board,
provided a written application for ap-
peal is filed within twenty (20) days
after the day the decision, notice, or
order was served.
2 An application for appeal shall
be based on a claim that the true in-
tent of this code or the rules legally
adopted thereunder have been incor-
rectly interpreted, the provisions of
this code do not fully apply, or an
equally good or better form of con-
struction is proposed.
H. Limitations on Authority (Board
Powers):
1. The board has the following
powers, duties, and responsibilities:
a. To advise the city council
on all mechanical and plumbing
code regulations and procedures.
b. To serve as an appeal body
for the decisions of the code offi-
cial or the code official’s design-
ee.
c. To provide for reasonable
interpretations of the mechanical
and plumbing code.
The Mechanical and Plumbing Code Board
does not have the authority to waive the re-
quirements of this code.
I. Notice of Meeting: The board shall
meet upon notice from the chairman,
within not less than ten (10) days and not
more than sixty (60) days of the filing of
an appeal, at stated periodic meetings, or
at the written request of a majority of the
members.
J. Open Hearing:
Book 146 Regular Session, October 17, 2016 412
1. Hearings before the board shall
be open to the public and in compli-
ance with the provisions of the Iowa
open meetings law.
2. The appellant, the appellant’s
representative, the code official, and
any person whose interests are af-
fected shall be given an opportunity
to be heard.
K. Hearing Procedure:
1. The board shall adopt and
make available to the public through
the secretary procedures under which
a hearing will be conducted. The pro-
cedures shall not require compliance
with strict rules of evidence, but shall
mandate that only relevant infor-
mation be received.
2. A quorum shall consist of a
minimum of two-thirds (2/3) of the
board membership.
3. Members of the board shall at-
tend at least two-thirds (2/3) of all
regularly scheduled and held meet-
ings within a twelve (12) month peri-
od. If any member does not attend
such prescribed number of meetings,
it shall constitute grounds for the
board to recommend to the city coun-
cil that the member be replaced. The
attendance of all members shall be
entered upon the minutes of all meet-
ings.
4. The code official shall file with
the city council a copy of the minutes
of each meeting of the board within
ten (10) working days after each such
meeting, or by the next regularly
scheduled city council meeting,
whichever is later.
5. All administrative, personnel,
accounting, budgetary, and procure-
ment policies of the city shall govern
the board in its operations.
6. Removal: The city council may
remove any member for cause upon
written charges and after a public
hearing.
L. Postponed Hearing: Either the city
or the appellant may request a post-
ponement of a hearing subject to the ap-
proval of the code official. In no event
may a postponement exceed ninety (90)
days beyond the date of the appeal.
M. Board Decision on Appeals: The
board may, by majority vote, affirm, modi-
fy, or reverse the decision of the code of-
ficial.
N. Resolution: The decision of the
board shall be by resolution. A written
copy shall be furnished to the appellant
and placed in the board’s records.
O. Administration: The code official
shall take immediate action in accord-
ance with the decision of the board.
P. Court Review: Any person, wheth-
er or not a previous party to the appeal,
shall have the right to apply to the appro-
priate court for a writ of certiorari to cor-
rect errors of law. Application for review
shall be made in the manner and time
required by law following the filing of the
decision in the office of the code official
chief administrative officer.
Q. Stays of Enforcement: Appeals of
notice and orders (other than Imminent
Danger notices) shall stay the enforce-
ment of the notice and order until the ap-
peal is heard by the appeals board.
Section 2. This Ordinance takes effect up-
on publication.
Passed, approved and adopted this 17th
day of October, 2016.
/s/Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: /s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Published officially in the Telegraph Herald
newspaper on the 21st day of October, 2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
7. Code of Ordinances Amendment Title
14 - Electrical Code: City Manager recom-
mending approval of an ordinance that prohib-
its the use of PVC when penetrating through a
roof and/or soffit. Motion by Lynch to receive
and file the documents and that the require-
ment that a proposed ordinance be considered
and voted on for passage at two Council meet-
ings prior to the meeting at which it is to be
passed be suspended. Seconded by Connors.
City Manager Van Milligen and City Attorney
Brumwell responded to questions from the City
Council regarding the use of PVC for electrical
purposes vs. heating and cooling purposes.
Brumwell added that this recommendation is
coming from the Electrical Code Board and
refers to the National Electrical Code, not the
International Electrical Code. Motion carried 7-
0.
Motion by Lynch for final consideration and
passage of Ordinance No. 56-16 Amending
City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances Title 14
Building and Development, Chapter 1 Building
Codes, Article D Electrical Code, Section 14-
1D-2 National Electrical Code Amendments by
amending Uses Not Permitted to include
where overhead lines and/or wires attach to
PVC. Seconded by Rios. Motion carried 7-0.
Book 146 Regular Session, October 17, 2016 413
OFFICIAL PUBLICATION
ORDINANCE NO. 56-16
AMENDING CITY OF DUBUQUE CODE OF
ORDINANCES TITLE 14 BUILDING AND
DEVELOPMENT, CHAPTER 1 BUILDING
CODES, ARTICLE D ELECTRICAL CODE,
SECTION 14-1D-2 NATIONAL ELECTRICAL
CODE AMENDMENTS BY AMENDING USES
NOT PERMITTED TO INCLUDE WHERE
OVERHEAD LINES AND/OR WIRES AT-
TACH TO PVC
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. Section 14-1D-2 of the City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances is amended to
read as follows:
. . . .
352.12 Uses Not Permitted
PVC conduit shall not be used under
the conditions specified in 352.12(A)
through (F).
(A) Hazardous (Classified) Loca-
tions. In any hazardous (classified) lo-
cation, except as permitted by other ar-
ticles of this Code.
(B) Support of Luminaries. For the
support of luminaries or other equip-
ment not described in 352.10(H).
(C) Physical Damage. Where sub-
ject to physical damage unless identi-
fied for such use.
(D) Ambient Temperatures. Where
subject to ambient temperatures in ex-
cess of 50°C (122°F) unless listed oth-
erwise.
(E) Theaters and Similar Locations.
In theaters and similar locations, except
as provided in 518.4 and 520.5.
(F) Overhead Lines and/or Wires.
Where overhead lines and/or wires at-
tach to PVC.
(G) Roof and/or Soffit. Where pene-
trating through a roof and/or soffit.
In addition to the conditions in 352.12(A)
through (G), PVC conduits are not permitted to
be installed in ducts, plenums, and other air-
handling spaces. See 300.22, which limits the
use of materials in ducts, plenums, and other
air-handling spaces that may contribute smoke
and products of combustion during a fire.
. . . .
Section 2. This Ordinance takes effect up-
on publication.
Passed, approved, and adopted the 17th
day of October, 2016.
/s/Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: /s/Kevin Firnstahl, City Clerk
Published officially in the Telegraph Herald
newspaper on the 21st day of October, 2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
8. Request for Work Session - Inclusive
Dubuque Quarterly Work Session: City Man-
ager recommending that the City Council
schedule the quarterly Inclusive Dubuque
Work Session for December 12, 2016, at 6:00
p.m. Motion by Connors to receive and file the
documents and set the work session as rec-
ommended. Seconded by Jones. Motion car-
ried 7-0.
9. Request for Special City Council Meet-
ing - South Pointe Subdivision Housing Urban
Renewal Area: City Manager recommending
that the City Council schedule a special City
Council meeting for Thursday, October 27, at
5:30 p.m. in Conference Room B of City Hall,
in order to begin the process of considering a
Housing Urban Renewal Area to include the
South Point subdivision. Restated motion by
Lynch to receive and file the documents and
set the work session for a new time of 5:00
p.m. on October 27, 2016. Seconded by Rios.
Motion carried 7-0.
10. National League of Cities Voting Dele-
gates: Correspondence from the National
League of Cities requesting that the City des-
ignate a voting delegate and alternate voting
delegate for the upcoming National League of
Cities Annual Business meeting on November
19, 2016. Motion by Connors to receive and
file the documents and appoint Mayor Buol as
the voting delegate as he will be attending the
conference. Seconded by Resnick. Motion
carried 7-0.
CLOSED SESSION
Motion by Jones to convene in closed ses-
sion at 7:45 p.m. to discuss pending litigation
and real estate transfer negotiations pursuant
to Chapter 21.5(1)(c), -(j) Code of Iowa. Se-
conded 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 Crenna
Brumwell and Attorney Conner Wasson. Mo-
tion carried 7-0.
Upon motion the City Council adjourned
the closed session at 8:25 p.m. stating that
staff had been given proper direction.
City Council then met in a non-public meet-
ing to discuss collective bargaining strategy
pursuant to Chapter 20.17(3) Code of Iowa.
There being no further business, upon mo-
tion the City Council adjourned at 8:36 p.m.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, CMC, City Clerk
Book 146 Special Sessions, October 10 and 27, 2016 414
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
SPECIAL SESSION
OFFICIAL
The Dubuque City Council met in special
session at 5:00 p.m. on October 24, 2016 at
420 Garfield Avenue Parking Lot.
Present: Mayor Buol; Council Members Del
Toro, Jones, Lynch, Resnick; City Manager
Van Milligen
Excused: Council Members Connors and
Rios; 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 /
walking tour of Upper Bee Branch Creek Res-
toration Project.
WORK SESSION
Walking Tour of the Upper Bee Branch
Creek Restoration Project
City Engineer Deron Muehring and Project
Manager Steve Brown conducted a walking
tour with the City Council of the Upper Bee
Branch Creek Restoration Project. The tour
began at the parking lot at 420 Garfield Ave-
nue and continued along the project ending at
24th Street. Topics included: a description of
the box culverts under the railroad, existing/old
channel under Pine Street; placement of fish
habitat structures, bio-fields/swales; final creek
bed dredging and finishing, landscaping and
low-maintenance grass selections; flood warn-
ing indicators/signage, description of the lime-
stone coating and gravel epoxy; storm water
management planned at additional intersec-
tions; Heritage Trailhead parking area and off-
street parking designs and availability; green
spaces and meadow; amphitheater feature
and associated grant procurement; geothermal
discharge from Audubon School component
and benefit; construction staging areas; and
the association with the Comiskey Park master
plan.
Mr. Muerhing stated that when complete,
the trail loop from Garfield Avenue to 24th
Street will be about one mile. The bike trail
currently will bypass the railroad on the south
end of the project to reconnect with the Lower
Bee Branch trail at 16th Street. The project is
expected to be completed in late spring 2017
with a ribbon cutting tentatively around June
2017.
There being no further business, upon mo-
tion the City Council adjourned at 5:50 p.m.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, CMC, City Clerk
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
SPECIAL SESSION
OFFICIAL
The Dubuque City Council met in special
session at 6:00 p.m. on October 27, 2016 in
Conference Room B, City Hall, 50 W. 13th
Street.
Present: Mayor Buol; Council Members
Connors, Del Toro (via telephone), Jones,
Lynch, Resnick (via telephone), Rios; 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 such business that
may properly come before the City Council.
CONSENT ITEMS
Motion by Lynch to receive and file the
documents, adopt the resolutions, and dispose
of as indicated. Seconded by Jones. Motion
carried 7-0.
1. HUD National Disaster Resiliency Com-
petition Agreement - Bee Branch Watershed
Flood Mitigation Infrastructure Improvements:
City Manager recommending approval to enter
into a contract with the Iowa Economic Devel-
opment Authority in order for the City to utilize
Community Development Block Grant Pro-
gram Disaster Recovery-National Disaster
Resiliency funds for the Bee Branch Water-
shed Flood Mitigation Project and further rec-
ommends adjusting the funding schedule for
the various phases of the Bee Branch Water-
shed Flood Mitigation Project through the Cap-
ital Improvement Program budget process.
Upon motion the documents were received
and filed and Resolution No. 362-16 Approving
the Funding Contract between the Iowa Eco-
nomic Development Authority and the City of
Dubuque, Iowa for the City’s Receipt of HUD
Community Development Block Grant National
Disaster Resilience Competition Funding for
Infrastructure improvements associated with
the Bee Branch Watershed Flood Mitigation
Project was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 362-16
APPROVING THE FUNDING CONTRACT
BETWEEN THE IOWA ECONOMIC DEVEL-
OPMENT AUTHORITY AND THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA FOR THE CITY’S RE-
CEIPT OF HUD COMMUNITY DEVELOP-
MENT BLOCK GRANT NATIONAL DISAS-
TER RESILIENCE COMPETITION FUNDING
FOR INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENTS
Book 146 Special Session, October 27, 2016 415
ASSOCIATED WITH THE BEE BRANCH
WATERSHED FLOOD MITIGATION PRO-
JECT
Whereas, six Presidential Disaster Decla-
rations have been issued for flooding, severe
storms and tornados between 1999 and 2011
due to flash flooding in the Bee Branch Water-
shed; and
Whereas, the City Council of the City of
Dubuque (the City) has adopted a drainage
basin master plan that outlines improvements
to mitigate flooding collectively referred to as
the Bee Branch Watershed Flood Mitigation
Project (the Project); and
Whereas, the Project consists of multiple
phases, including the Bee Branch Creek Res-
toration Project, the 22nd Street Storm Sewer
Improvements Project, and the 17th Street
Storm Sewer Improvements Project; and
Whereas, the adopted Fiscal Year 2017-
2021 Capital Improvement Program Budget
included $3,900,000 for the 22nd Street Storm
Sewer Improvements Project; $8,681,000 for
the 17th Street Storm Sewer Improvements
Project; and $18,248,700 for the culverts un-
der the Canadian Pacific Railway property as
part of the Bee Branch Creek Restoration Pro-
ject (the Infrastructure Improvements); and
Whereas, the Iowa Economic Development
Authority (Authority) submitted an application
for funds from the United State Department of
Housing and Urban Development (HUD) under
the Disaster Relief Appropriations Act, 2013,
Public Law 113-2, for the Community Devel-
opment Block Grant National Disaster Resili-
ence (CDBG-NDR) competition on behalf of
the City and the City agreed to abide by the
application terms and conditions; and
Whereas, the Authority received funds un-
der the Disaster Relief Appropriations Act,
2013. (Public Law 113-2) under the CDBG-
NDR program; and
Whereas, the Authority has provided a
Funding Contract (Contract) outlining the
terms under which it will disperse the
$23,309,600.00 in Community Development
Block Grant Program Disaster Recovery –
National Disaster Resiliency funds for the Bee
Branch Watershed Flood Mitigation Project;
and
Whereas, the City Council has determined
that execution of the Contract is in the best
interest of the City of Dubuque; and
Whereas, the Contract requires the City to
construct all of the Infrastructure Improve-
ments by the end of Fiscal Year 2021; and
Whereas, the schedule for the various
phases of the Bee Branch Watershed Flood
Mitigation Project, including the Infrastructure
Improvements identified herein, was estab-
lished through the adoption of Resolution 176-
15; and
Whereas, Adjusting the various phases of
the Bee Branch Watershed Flood Mitigation
Project is necessary to construct all of the In-
frastructure Improvements by the end of Fiscal
Year 2021.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA THAT:
Section 1. The Mayor is hereby authorized
to execute the Contract and such other docu-
ments as are necessary to bind the City and to
deliver the Contract and such other documents
as the Iowa Economic Development Authority
may reasonably request.
Section 2. Resolution 176-15 establishing
the schedule for the Bee Branch Watershed
Flood Mitigation Project is hereby rescinded.
Passed, approved and adopted this 27th
day of October, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
2. HUD National Disaster Resiliency Com-
petition Agreement - Bee Branch Healthy
Homes Resiliency Program: City Manager
recommending approval to enter into a con-
tract with the Iowa Economic Development
Authority in order for the City of Dubuque to
use Community Development Block Grant
Program Disaster Recovery funds, awarded as
a result of the National Disaster Resiliency
Competition grant, for the City of Dubuque to
operate the Bee Branch Healthy Homes Resil-
iency Program. Upon motion the documents
were received and filed and Resolution No.
363-16 Approving the Funding Contract be-
tween the Iowa Economic Development Au-
thority and the City of Dubuque, Iowa for the
City's receipt of HUD Community Development
Block Grant National Disaster Resilience
Competition Funding for Bee Branch Healthy
Homes Resiliency Program associated with
the Bee Branch Watershed Flood Mitigation
Project was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 363-16
APPROVING THE FUNDING CONTRACT
BETWEEN THE IOWA ECONOMIC DEVEL-
OPMENT AUTHORITY AND THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA FOR THE CITY'S RE-
CEIPT OF HUD COMMUNITY DEVELOP-
MENT BLOCK GRANT NATIONAL DISAS-
TER RESILIENCE COMPETITION FUNDING
FOR BEE BRANCH HEALTHY HOMES RE-
SILIENCY PROGRAM ASSOCIATED WITH
THE BEE BRANCH WATERSHED FLOOD
MITIGATION PROJECT
Whereas, six Presidential Disaster Decla-
rations have been issued for flooding, severe
storms and tornados between 1999 and 2011
due to flash flooding in the Bee Branch Water-
shed; and
Book 146 Special Session, October 27, 2016 416
Whereas, the City Council of the City of
Dubuque (the City) has adopted a drainage
basin master plan that outlines improvements
to mitigate flooding collectively referred to as
the Bee Branch Watershed Flood Mitigation
Project (the Project); and
Whereas, the Project consists of multiple
phases, including the Bee Branch Creek Res-
toration Project, the 22nd Street Storm Sewer
Improvements Project, and the 17th Street
Storm Sewer Improvements Project; and
Whereas, there is a need to assist resi-
dents in the Bee Branch Watershed address
the residual impacts of multiple instances of
storms and severe flooding; and
Whereas, the Bee Branch Healthy Homes
Resiliency Program will provide repair, reha-
bilitation, and resiliency improvements for 320
housing units within the Bee Branch Water-
shed target areas; and
Whereas, the Bee Branch Healthy Homes
Resiliency Program will provide Home Advo-
cacy services to support the development of
resilient neighborhoods for participants in the
Bee Branch Healthy Homes Resiliency Pro-
gram; and
Whereas, the Iowa Economic Development
Authority (Authority) submitted an application
for funds from the United State Department of
Housing and Urban Development (HUD) under
the Disaster Relief Appropriations Act, 2013,
Public Law 113-2, for the Community Devel-
opment Block Grant National Disaster Resili-
ence (CDBG-NDR) competition on behalf of
the City and the City agreed to abide by the
application terms and conditions; and
Whereas, the Authority received funds un-
der the Disaster Relief Appropriations Act,
2013. (Public Law 113-2) under the CDBG-
NDR program; and
Whereas, the Authority has provided a
Funding Contract (Contract) outlining the
terms under which it will disperse the
$8,900,165 in Community Development Block
Grant Program Disaster Recovery - National
Disaster Resiliency funds for the Bee Branch
Healthy Homes Resiliency Program; and
Whereas, the City Council has determined
that execution of the Contract is in the best
interest of the City of Dubuque; and
Whereas, the Contract requires the City to
provide resiliency measures and improve-
ments to 320 homes in the Bee Branch Water-
shed target areas by the end of September
2021.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA THAT:
Section 1. The Mayor is hereby authorized
to execute the Contract and such other docu-
ments as are necessary to bind the City and to
deliver the Contract and such other documents
as the Iowa Economic Development Authority
may reasonably request.
Passed, approved and adopted this 27th
day of October, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
3. Temporary Transfer of Alcohol License -
Rotary Club of Dubuque: City Clerk recom-
mending approval of a temporary liquor license
transfer for Rotary Club of Dubuque for an
event on November 5 and 6, 2016 at Steeple
Square. Upon motion the documents were
received and filed and Resolution No. 364-16
Approving applications for beer, liquor, and/or
wine permits, as required by City of Dubuque
Code of Ordinances Title 4 Business and Li-
cense Regulations, Chapter 2 Liquor Control,
Article B Liquor, Beer and Wine Licenses and
Permits was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 364-16
APPROVING APPLICATIONS FOR BEER,
LIQUOR, AND/OR WINE PERMITS, AS RE-
QUIRED BY CITY OF DUBUQUE CODE OF
ORDINANCES TITLE 4 BUSINESS AND LI-
CENSE REGULATIONS, CHAPTER 2 LIQ-
UOR CONTROL, ARTICLE B LIQUOR,
BEER AND WINE LICENSES AND PERMITS
Whereas, applications for Beer, Liquor,
and or Wine Permits have been submitted and
filed with the City Council for approval and the
same have been examined and approved; and
Whereas, the premises to be occupied by
such applicants were inspected and found to
comply with the Ordinances of the City and the
applicants have filed the proper fees and
bonds and otherwise complied with the re-
quirements of the Code of Ordinances.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The City Clerk is hereby author-
ized and directed to cause to be issued the
noted permit types to the following applicants
pending submission of the locally required
documentation:
Transfer
Rotary Club of Dubuque, 135 W. 8th St to 1584
White St., Special Class C liquor (Outdoor)
(Sunday)
Passed, approved and adopted this 27th
day of October, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
ITEMS SET FOR PUBLIC HEARING
Motion by Lynch to receive and file the
documents, adopt the resolutions, set the pub-
lic hearings as indicated, and direct the City
Clerk to publish notice as prescribed by law.
Seconded by Connors. Motion carried 7-0.
Book 146 Special Session, October 27, 2016 417
1. North Cascade Road Urban Renewal
Area Amendment: City Manager recommend-
ing approval of a Resolution of Necessity that
finds that an Amended and Restated Urban
Renewal Plan for the North Cascade Road
Housing Urban Renewal Area is both neces-
sary and appropriate, and sets a public hear-
ing on the proposed plan for November 21,
2016. Upon motion the documents were re-
ceived and filed and Resolution No. 365-16 of
Necessity finding that certain property in and
near the North Cascade Road Urban Renewal
Area is an Economic Development Area and
that the development of said Area is necessary
in the interest of the residents of the City of
Dubuque, Iowa and setting a date for hearing
on a proposed Amended and Restated Urban
Renewal Plan for said Area was adopted set-
ting a public hearing for a meeting to com-
mence at 6:00 p.m. on November 21, 2016 in
the Historic Federal Building.
RESOLUTION NO. 365-16
RESOLUTION OF NECESSITY FINDING
THAT CERTAIN PROPERTY IN AND NEAR
THE NORTH CASCADE ROAD URBAN RE-
NEWAL AREA IS AN ECONOMIC DEVEL-
OPMENT AREA AND THAT THE DEVEL-
OPMENT OF SAID AREA IS NECESSARY IN
THE INTEREST OF THE RESIDENTS OF
THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA AND SET-
TING A DATE FOR HEARING ON A PRO-
POSED AMENDED AND RESTATED UR-
BAN RENEWAL PLAN FOR SAID AREA
Whereas, the City Council of the City of
Dubuque has heretofore, by Resolution 380-
15, adopted November 2, 2015 as amended
by Resolution 396-15, adopted November 16,
2015, approved the Urban Renewal Plan (the
“Urban Renewal Plan”) for the North Cascade
Road Housing Urban Renewal Area (the “Ar-
ea”) in order to stimulate, through public in-
volvement and commitment, private invest-
ment in new housing and residential develop-
ment as defined by Iowa Code 403.17(12), as
described in the Urban Renewal Plan; and
Whereas, City staff has recommended that
the Urban Renewal Plan be amended to add
additional areas and current project details,
including the acquisition and construction of
expanded water infrastructure to better serve
the Area; and
Whereas, the City Council has determined
that the area described in Attachments A and
B to this Resolution meets the definition of an
economic development area as defined in
Chapter 403 “Urban Renewal” of the Iowa
Code, and staff has advised that all required
consents from Dubuque County and the own-
ers of any agricultural land have been ob-
tained; and
Whereas, a significant need for housing
units exists in the community and local re-
sources are needed to advance the develop-
ment; and
Whereas, Iowa Code Chapter 403 requires
that before urban renewal authority may be
exercised, a City Council must adopt a resolu-
tion of necessity finding that the area in ques-
tion is a slum, blighted or economic develop-
ment area, and that so designating such area
is necessary in the interest of the public health,
safety or welfare of the residents of the munic-
ipality.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the area generally de-
scribed in Attachment A to this Resolution is
an economic development area as defined by
Chapter 403 of the Iowa Code and is appropri-
ate for an urban renewal project and public
improvements related to housing and residen-
tial development.
Section 2. That the further development of
the amended North Cascade Road Housing
Urban Renewal Area is necessary and appro-
priate to facilitate the proper growth and de-
velopment of the community in accordance
with sound planning and local community ob-
jectives.
Section 3. That the development of this ar-
ea will provide new opportunities for quality
housing and job creation in the community.
Section 4. That the City Manager is author-
ized and directed to prepare an Amended and
Restated Urban Renewal Plan for the North
Cascade Road Housing Urban Renewal Area,
to forward said Plan to the City's Long Range
Planning Commission for review and comment
and to begin the consultation process required
by law with affected taxing entities.
Section 5. That the City Clerk is directed to
publish notice of a public hearing on the adop-
tion of an Amended and Restated Urban Re-
newal Plan for the North Cascade Road Hous-
ing Urban Renewal Area to be held on the 21st
day of November, 2016, at 6:00 p.m. in the
Historic Federal Building in Dubuque, Iowa
350 W. 6th Street, Dubuque, Iowa and that
said notice shall generally identify the area
covered by the Plan and the general scope of
the Urban Renewal Plan activities planned for
such area.
Section 6. That the City Clerk is further di-
rected to send by ordinary mail a copy of said
Plan and notice of public hearing to the Dubu-
que Community School District, and the Coun-
ty Board of Supervisors, as the affected taxing
entities.
Passed, approved and adopted this 27th
day of October, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Book 146 Special Session, November 3, 2016 418
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
SPECIAL SESSION
OFFICIAL
The Dubuque City Council met in special
session at 5:30 p.m. on November 3, 2016 in
City Hall, Conference Room A, 50 W. 13th
Street.
Present: Mayor Buol; Council Members Del
Toro, Jones, Lynch, Resnick, Rios; City Man-
ager Van Milligen, City Attorney Brumwell
Absent: Council Member Connors
Mayor Buol read the call and stated this is
a special session of the City Council called for
the purpose of conducting a closed session on
pending litigation and real estate transfer ne-
gotiations pursuant to Chapter 21.5(1)(c), -(j)
of the Iowa Code
CLOSED SESSION
Pending Litigation and Real Estate Transfer
Negotiations
Iowa Code Chapter 21.5(1)(c), -(j)
Motion by Jones to convene in closed
session at 6:01 p.m. to discuss pending litiga-
tion and real estate transfer negotiations pur-
suant to Chapter 21.5(1)(c), -(j) of the Iowa
Code. Seconded by Resnick. Motion carried 6-
0.
Upon motion at 6:33 p.m., the City Coun-
cil reconvened in open session stating that
staff had been given proper direction.
There being no further business, upon
motion the City Council adjourned at 6:33 p.m.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, CMC, City Clerk
Book 146 Regular Session, November 7, 2016 419
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
REGULAR SESSION
OFFICIAL
The Dubuque City Council met in regular
session at 6:00 p.m. on November 7, 2016 in
the Historic Federal Building, 350 W. 6th
Street.
Present: Mayor Buol; Council Members
Connors, Del Toro, Jones, Lynch, Resnick,
Rios; 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
PRESENTATION(S)
1. American Water Works Association -
Iowa 2016 Outstanding Service Award: Ameri-
can Water Works Association - Iowa Section
Board of Directors Chairperson Roy Hese-
mann presented the AWWA-IA Outstanding
Service Award to Water Plant Manager Bob
Green.
2. American Planning Association's Iowa
Chapter Best Practice Award for Architectural
Guidelines: Planning Services Manager Laura
Carstens presented the American Planning
Association's Iowa Chapter (APA-IA) Best
Practice Award to the City of Dubuque for its
Architectural Guidelines.
PROCLAMATION(S)
1. Philanthropy Day (November 15, 2016)
was accepted by Kelly Meyers, Regional
Fundraising Advisory, Amperage Marketing &
Fundraising, 3280 St. Anne Drive, Dubuque.
2. Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Day (No-
vember 17, 2016) was accepted by Diane
Oglesby Rambousek, President, Michael W.
Oglesby Foundation, PO Box 777, Dubuque.
3. Hospice Month (November 2016) was
accepted by Lavonne Noel, Executive Director,
Hospice of Dubuque, 2255 JFK Road, Dubu-
que.
4. Hunger and Homelessness Awareness
Month (November 2016) was accepted by
Teresa Shelter resident Alexxis.
CONSENT ITEMS
Motion by Lynch to receive and file the
documents, adopt the resolutions, and dispose
of as indicated. Seconded by Connors. Motion
carried 7-0.
1. Minutes and Reports Submitted: City
Council Proceedings of 10/17, 10/24, 10/27;
Civil Service Commission of 10/25; Historic
Preservation Commission of 10/20; Investment
Oversight Advisory Commission of 10/26; Li-
brary Board of Trustees Update #154 of 10/27;
Long Range Planning Advisory Commission of
10/19; Mechanical and Plumbing Board of
10/20; Park and Recreation Advisory Commis-
sion of 9/29; Transit Advisory Board of 10/6;
Proof of Publication for City Council Proceed-
ings of 10/3, 10/10, 10/17, 10/24; Proof of Pub-
lication on Notice of Delinquent Utility Ac-
counts of 10/21; Proof of Publication for List of
Claims and Summary of Revenues Month
Ending 9/30/16. Upon motion the documents
were received and filed.
2. Notice of Claims and Suits: CenturyLink
for property damage; CenturyLink for property
damage; Thomas Klinkhammer for vehicle
damage; Saul Moreno for vehicle damage;
Linda Stark for property damage; John Stewart
for vehicle damage; and Joan Tully for vehicle
damage. Upon motion the documents were
received, filed and referred to the City Attor-
ney.
3. Disposition of Claims: City Attorney ad-
vising that the following claims have been re-
ferred to Public Entity Risk Services of Iowa,
the agent for the Iowa Communities Assurance
Pool: CenturyLink for property damage;
Thomas Klinkhammer for vehicle damage;
Saul Moreno for vehicle damage; Linda Stark
for property damage; John Stewart for vehicle
damage; and Joan Tully for vehicle damage.
Upon motion the documents were received,
filed and concurred.
4. Don Vogt Receives Outstanding Profes-
sional Achievement Award: City Manager
transmitting information on the Iowa Society of
Solid Waste Operations (ISOSWO) presenting
retired Public Works Director Don Vogt with
the 2016 Outstanding Professional Achieve-
ment Award. Upon motion the documents
were received and filed.
5. Southwest Arterial Brochure: City Man-
ager transmitting the City of Dubuque public
information brochure for the Southwest Arterial
/ U.S. Highway 52. Upon motion the document
was received and filed.
6. C.H.A.N.G.E. Brochure: City Manager
transmitting a copy of the public information
C.H.A.N.G.E brochure (Comprehensive Hous-
Book 146 Regular Session, November 7, 2016 420
ing Activities for Neighborhood Growth & En-
richment) from the Housing and Community
Development Department. Upon motion the
document was received and filed.
7. Grant of Easement for Storm Sewer -
Applewood IV Senior Housing: City Manager
recommending Acceptance of the Grant of
Storm Sewer Easement from Dubuque Senior
Housing IV, LLC through, over and across part
of Lot 1 of Lange Estate in the City of Dubu-
que. Upon motion the documents were re-
ceived and filed and Resolution No. 366-16
Accepting a Grant of Easement for storm sew-
er through, over and across part of Lot 1 of
Lange Estate, in the City of Dubuque, Iowa
was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 366-16
ACCEPTING A GRANT OF EASEMENT FOR
STORM SEWER THROUGH, OVER AND
ACROSS PART OF LOT 1 OF LANGE ES-
TATE, IN THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
Whereas, Dubuque Senior Housing IV,
LLC has executed a Permanent Easement for
Storm Sewer through, over and across Part of
Lot 1 of Lange Estate in the City of Dubuque,
Dubuque County, Iowa.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The City Council of the City of
Dubuque, Iowa hereby approves of, accepts
and consents to the Grant of Permanent
Easement for Storm Sewer through, over and
across Part of Lot 1 of Lange Estate in the City
of Dubuque, Dubuque County, Iowa as shown
on the Grant of Easement for Storm Sewer
Utility, a copy of which is attached hereto, from
Dubuque Senior Housing IV, LLC.
Section 2. The Mayor is hereby authorized
and directed to execute and acknowledge on
behalf of the City of Dubuque any instruments
in connection herewith.
Section 3. The City Clerk is hereby author-
ized to and directed to record this resolution
and easement with the Dubuque County Re-
corder.
Passed, approved and adopted this 7th day
of November, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
8. Dubuque Industrial Center South Verena
Court Entrance Road Project Acceptance: City
Manager recommending acceptance of the
public improvement construction contract for
the Dubuque Industrial Center South, Verena
Court Project, as completed by Drew Cook &
Sons Excavating Co., Inc. Upon motion the
documents were received and filed and Reso-
lution No. 367-16 Accepting the Dubuque In-
dustrial Center South - Verena Court Project
and authorizing the payment to the contractor
was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 367-16
ACCEPTING THE DUBUQUE INDUSTRIAL
CENTER SOUTH – VERENA COURT PRO-
JECT AND AUTHORIZING THE PAYMENT
TO THE CONTRACTOR
Whereas, the public improvement contract
for the Dubuque Industrial Center South,
Verena Court Project (the Project) has been
completed by the Contractor, McDermott Ex-
cavating (Contractor), the City Engineer has
examined the work and recommends that the
Project be accepted; and
Whereas, the final contract amount for the
Project is $204,500.24; and
Whereas, the Contractor has previously
been paid $194,275.23, leaving a balance of
$10,225.01; and
Whereas, the City Council finds that the
recommendation of the City Engineer should
be accepted.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The recommendation of the City
Engineer is approved and the Project is hereby
accepted.
Section 2. The Finance Director is hereby
directed to pay to the Contractor the balance
of the retainage of $10,225.01 as provided in
Iowa Code chapter 573, and to pay such re-
tainage in accordance with the provisions of
Iowa Code chapter 573 or Iowa Code chapter
26.13.
Passed, approved and adopted this 7th day
of November, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
CITY ENGINEER’S CERTIFICATE OF FINAL
COMPLETION OF THE DUBUQUE INDUS-
TRIAL CENTER SOUTH – VERENA COURT
PROJECT
The undersigned City Engineer of the City
of Dubuque, Iowa hereby certifies that he has
inspected the Dubuque Industrial Center
South, Verena Court Project has been per-
formed in compliance with the terms of the
Public Improvement Contract, and that the
total cost of the completed work is
$231,085.27.
Dated this 1st day of November, 2016.
/s/Gus Psihoyos, City Engineer
Filed in the office of the City Clerk on the 1st
day of November, 2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
9. Key West Drive Watermain Extension
Project Acceptance: City Manager recom-
mending acceptance of the public improve-
ment construction contract for the Key West
Book 146 Regular Session, November 7, 2016 421
Drive Water Main Extension Project, as com-
pleted by Top Grade Excavating, Inc. Upon
motion the documents were received and filed
and Resolution No. 368-16 Accepting the Key
West Drive Water Main Extension Project and
authorizing the payment to the contractor was
adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 368-16
ACCEPTING THE KEY WEST DRIVE WA-
TER MAIN EXTENSION PROJECT AND AU-
THORIZING THE PAYMENT TO THE CON-
TRACTOR
Whereas, the public improvement contract
for the Key West Drive Water Main Extension
(the Project) has been completed by the Con-
tractor, Top Grade Excavating, Inc. (Contrac-
tor), the City Engineer has examined the work
and recommends that the Project be accepted;
and
Whereas, the final contract amount for the
Project is $689,730.15; and
Whereas, the Contractor has previously
been paid $655,243.64, leaving a balance of
$34,486.51; and
Whereas, the City Council finds that the
recommendation of the City Engineer should
be accepted.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The recommendation of the City
Engineer is approved and the Project is hereby
accepted.
Section 2. The Finance Director is hereby
directed to pay to the Contractor the balance
of the retainage of $34,486.51 as provided in
Iowa Code chapter 573, and to pay such re-
tainage in accordance with the provisions of
Iowa Code chapter 573 or Iowa Code chapter
26.13.
Passed, approved and adopted this 7th day
of November, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
CITY ENGINEER’S CERTIFICATE OF FINAL
COMPLETION OF THE KEY WEST DRIVE
WATER MAIN EXTENSION PROJECT
The undersigned City Engineer of the City
of Dubuque, Iowa hereby certifies that he has
inspected the Key West Drive Water Main Ex-
tension Project, and that said Project has been
performed in compliance with the terms of the
Public Improvement Contract, and that the
total cost of the completed work is
$719,961.38.
Dated this 1st day of November, 2016.
/s/Gus Psihoyos, City Engineer
Filed in the office of the City Clerk on the 1st
day of November, 2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, CMC,
10. SRF Green Alley Project Bid Set 1-
Year 3 Acceptance: City Manager recom-
mending acceptance of the construction con-
tract and the establishment of the Final
Schedule of Assessments for the SRF Green
Alley Bid Set 1 – Year 3 Project as completed
by Portzen Construction. Upon motion the
documents were received and filed and Reso-
lution No. 369-16 Accepting the SRF Green
Alley Project Bid Set 1 - Year 3 and authoriz-
ing the payment of the contract amount to the
contractor; and Resolution No. 370-16 Adopt-
ing the Final Assessment Schedule for the
SRF Green Alley Project Bid Set 1 - Year 3
was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 369-16
ACCEPTING THE SRF GREEN ALLEY
PROJECT - BID SET 1 YEAR 3 AND AU-
THORIZING THE PAYMENT OF THE CON-
TRACT AMOUNT TO THE CONTRACTOR
Whereas, the Public Improvement Contract
for the SRF Green Alley Project - Bid Set 1
Year 3 (the Project) has been completed and
the City Engineer has examined the work and
filed a certificate stating that the Project has
been completed according to the terms of the
Public Improvement Contract and that the City
Engineer recommends that the Project be ac-
cepted; and
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The recommendation of the City
Engineer is approved and the Project is hereby
accepted.
Section 2. The Finance Director is hereby
directed to pay to the Contractor from the SRF
Green Alley Project fund for the contract
amount of $1,178,663.52 less any retained
percentage provided for therein as provided in
Iowa Code chapter 573, and to pay such re-
tainage only in accordance with the provisions
of Iowa Code chapter 573.
Passed, approved and adopted this 7th day
of November, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
CITY ENGINEER’S CERTIFICATE OF FINAL
COMPLETION OF THE SRF GREEN ALLEY
PROJECT - BID SET 1 YEAR 3
The undersigned City Engineer of the City
of Dubuque, Iowa hereby certifies that he has
inspected the SRF Green Alley Project - Bid
Set 1 Year 3, that the Project has been per-
formed in compliance with the terms of the
Public Improvement Contract, and that the
total cost of the completed work is
$1,296,529.88.
Dated this 1st day of November, 2016.
/s/Gus Psihoyos, City Engineer
Book 146 Regular Session, November 7, 2016 422
Filed in the office of the City Clerk on the 1st
day of November, 2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
RESOLUTION NO. 370-16
ADOPTING THE FINAL ASSESSMENT
SCHEDULE FOR THE SRF GREEN ALLEY
PROJECT - BID SET 1 YEAR 3
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
After full consideration, the Final Schedule
of Assessments as shown on the attached
sheet(s), Page 1 to Page 6 inclusive is hereby
approved for the SRF Green Alley Project - Bid
Set 1 Year 3.
There is hereby assessed and levied as a
special tax against and upon each of the bene-
fited properties, the respective sums indicated.
The amounts shown in said Final Schedule of
Assessments as deficiencies are found to be
proper and levied conditionally against the
respective properties benefited by the im-
provements as shown in the Final Schedule of
Assessments, subject to the provisions of Iowa
Code § 384.63. Said assessments against
said lots are hereby declared to be in propor-
tion to the special benefits conferred and not in
excess of twenty-five percent (25%) of the
value of same.
The City Clerk be and is hereby directed to
certify the Final Schedule of Assessments to
the County Treasurer of Dubuque County,
Iowa, and to publish notice of said certification
once each week for two consecutive weeks in
the manner provided in Iowa Code § 362.3,
the first publication of which shall be not more
than fifteen days from the date of filing of the
Final Schedule of Assessments. On or before
the date of the second publication of the no-
tice, the City Clerk shall also mail a copy of
said notice to property owners whose property
is subject to assessment, as provided in Iowa
Code § 384.60.
The assessments may be paid in full or in
part without interest at the office of the City
Treasurer, City Hall, 50 W. 13th Street, Dubu-
que, Iowa at any time within 30 days after the
date of the first notice of the Final Schedule of
Assessments. Thereafter, unpaid assessments
of $500.00 or more are payable in 15 annual
installments at the County Treasurer’s Office,
Dubuque County Courthouse, 720 Central
Avenue, Dubuque, Iowa and will draw annual
interest at three percent (3%) computed to
December 1 next following the due dates of
the respective installments as provided in Sec-
tion 384.65 of the Code of Iowa. Each install-
ment will be delinquent from October 1 follow-
ing its due date on July 1 of each year. How-
ever, when the last day of September is a Sat-
urday or Sunday, that amount shall be delin-
quent from the second business day of Octo-
ber. Delinquent installments will draw the
same delinquent interest as ordinary taxes.
Property owners may elect to pay any annual
installments semi-annually in advance.
Passed, approved and adopted this 7th day
of November, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
FINAL SCHEDULE OF VALUATION AND
PROPOSED ASSESSMENTS
DATE: NOVEMBER 11, 2016
The following schedule is hereby deter-
mined to show each lot proposed to be as-
sessed for the improvement shown in the title
together with the amount proposed to be as-
sessed against each lot and the valuations
shown opposite each lot are hereby fixed as
the true valuations of such lots by the City
Council of the City of Dubuque.
PARCEL NUMBER; PROPERTY OWNER
NAME; LOT DESCRIPTION; STREET AD-
DRESS; NET ASSESSED VALUATION;
VALUATION WITH IMPROVEMENT; NET
PAVING IMPROVEMENT COST; TOTAL
PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT COST; WATER
SERVICE PRIVATE COST; TOTAL NET AS-
SESSMENT; PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS AS-
SESSMENT
Alley Between E. 16th St., E. 17th St. from
White St. and Jackson St.
1024267001; Tri-Corner Properties, LLC; N
1/5 city Lot 485; 1690 White St; $89,040;
$90,282.24; $1,242.24; $1,242.24; $1,242.24;
$1,242.24
1024267002; Faith Investment Group LLC;
N 1/2 NM 1/5 Of City Lot 485; 1672 White St;
$47,430; $48,051.12; $621.12; $621.12;
$920.00; $1,541.12; $621.12
1024267003; Palmer, Judith D; S 1/2 of the
N.M. 1/5 of city Lot 485; 1670 White St;
$50,180; $50,801.12; $621.12; $621.12;
$621.12; $621.12
1024267004; Freiburger, William F; M 1/5
of city Lot 485; 1660 White St; $81,970;
$83,212.24; $1,242.24; $1,242.24; $1,242.24;
$1,242.24
1024267005; Nottingham Properties LLC;
N 22'4"-N 40'-SM 1/5 of city Lot 485; 1628
White St; $46,050; $46,591.78; $541.78;
$541.78; $541.78; $541.78
1024267006; Nottingham Properties LLC;
S 17'8"-N 40'-SM 1/5 of city Lot 485; 1620
White St; $44,320; $44,748.72; $428.72;
$428.72; $428.72; $428.72
1024267007; Radius Church Inc; S 1/5 & S
11.2' of SM 1/5 & Lots A, B, & C all of city Lot
485; 1600 White St; $216,470; $217,994.90;
$1,524.90; $1,524.90; $1,524.90; $1,524.90
1024267008; Mid-America Property Man-
agement LLC; N 1/5 of city Lot 492; 1697
Book 146 Regular Session, November 7, 2016 423
Jackson St; $83,220; $84,462.24; $1,242.24;
$1,242.24; $1,242.24; $1,242.24
1024267009; Ray, Richard M & Judy L; N
1/2-NM 1/5 of city Lot 492; 1675 Jackson St;
$51,960; $52,581.12; $621.12; $621.12;
$621.12; $621.12
1024267010; Danielle M. Stowell; S 1/2 -
NM 1/5 of city Lot 492; 1667 Jackson St;
$50,800; $51,421.12; $621.12; $621.12;
$621.12; $621.12
1024267011; Welter, Wayne J; M 1/5 of
city Lot 492; 1657 Jackson St; $64,910;
$66,152.24; $1,242.24; $1,242.24; $1,242.24;
$1,242.24
1024267012; Erin L. & Robert K. Daugh-
ters; Lot 1 of SM 1/5 city Lot 492; 1631 Jack-
son St; $98,270; $98,927.51; $657.51;
$657.51; $657.51; $657.51
1024267013; Welter, Wayne J; Lot 2 of SM
1/5 city Lot 492; 1629 Jackson St; $58,300;
$58,884.73; $584.73; $584.73; $584.73;
$584.73
1024267014; Summers, Felon M - City
Housing; N 25'2" - S 1/5 of city Lot 492; 1605
Jackson St; $56,660; $57,271.42; $611.42;
$611.42; $611.42; $611.42
1024267015; Currier, Glenda F; S 26' - S
1/5 of city Lot 492; 1603 Jackson St; $65,660;
$66,290.83; $630.83; $630.83; $630.83;
$630.83
Alley Between E. 18th St. to E. 19th St. from
White St. to Jackson St.
1024257001; Kaesbauer, Catherine A,
Erner, Constance M & John; N 1/2 - N 1/5 -
city Lot 487; 124 E 19th St; $32,910;
$33,531.12; $621.12; $621.12; $621.12;
$621.12
1024257002; Federal National Mortgage
Association; S 1/2-N 1/5 of city Lot 487; 1882
White St; $35,650; $36,271.12; $621.12;
$621.12; $621.12; $621.12
1024257003; Mid-America Property Man-
agement LLC; NM 1/5 of city Lot 487 1876-
1878 White; 1876 White St; $111,190;
$112,432.24; $1,242.24; $1,242.24;
$1,242.24; $1,242.24
1024257004; Mid-America Property man-
agement LLC; N 1/2-M 1/5 city Lot 487; 1852
White St; $41,830; $42,451.12; $621.12;
$621.12; $621.12; $621.12
1024257005; Ehrlich, Kevin L; S 1/2 M 1/5
city Lot 487; 1850 White St; $53,410;
$54,031.12; $621.12; $621.12; $621.12;
$621.12
1024257006; Ehrlich, Kevin L; N 1/2 SM
1/5 city Lot 487; 1848 White St; $45,290;
$45,911.12; $621.12; $621.12; $621.12;
$621.12
1024257007; Ehrlich, Kevin L; S 1/2 SM
1/5 city Lot 487; 1824 White St; $46,900;
$47,521.12; $621.12; $621.12; $621.12;
$621.12
1024257008; Lakeside Investments LLC; S
1/5 city Lot 487; 1814 White St; $96,010;
$97,252.24; $1,242.24; $1,242.24; $460.00;
$1,702.24; $1,242.24
1024257009; T & M Investment Properties
LLC; Lot 2 of N 1/5 of city Lot 490; 1889 Jack-
son St; $44,973; $45,463.10; $490.10;
$490.10; $490.10; $490.10
1024257010; T & M Investment Properties
LLC; Lot 1 of N 1/5 of city Lot 490; 1885 Jack-
son St; $42,000; $42,775.68; $775.68;
$775.68; $775.68; $775.68
1024257011; Mid-America Property Man-
agement LLC; NM 1/5 city Lot 490; 1877 Jack-
son St; $46,210; $47,452.24; $1,242.24;
$1,242.24; $1,242.24; $1,242.24
1024257012; Community Housing Initia-
tives; N 1/2 M 1/5 city Lot 490; 1849 Jackson
St; $12,750; $13,371.12; $621.12; $621.12;
$621.12; $621.12
1024257013; Klauer, Robert F; Lot 2-SM
1/5 of city Lot 490 & S 1/2 M 1/5 of city Lot
490; 1845 Jackson St; $64,870; $65,591.33;
$721.33; $721.33; $721.33; $721.33
1024257014; Harold Avenarius; Lot 1-1 OF
SM 1/5 of city Lot 490; 1831 Jackson St;
$32,130; $32,692.89; $562.89; $562.89;
$950.00; $1,512.89; $562.89
1024257015; Michael J & Amber Vanhorn
Jr; Lot 2-1-SM 1/5 of city Lot 490; 1829 Jack-
son St; $31,500; $32,083.03; $583.03;
$583.03; $583.03; $583.03
1024257016; Bay, Susan M & Gary E; N
1/2 S 1/5 of city Lot 490; 1815 Jackson St;
$50,280; $50,901.12; $621.12; $621.12;
$621.12; $621.12
1024257017; Bay, Gary E & Susan M; S
1/2 S 1/5 city Lot 490; 1805 Jackson St;
$63,220; $63,841.12; $621.12; $621.12;
$621.12; $621.12
Alley Between E. 19th St. to E. 20th St. from
White St. to Jackson St.
1024254001; Jaeger, Jeffrey J D/B/A J-
Four Investment Co; S 1'2"- N 1/5 city Lot 488
& N 3/4 - NM 1/5 city Lot 488; 1998 White St;
$70,520; $71,480.80; $960.80; $960.80;
$644.00; $1,604.80; $960.80
1024254002; Jaeger, Jeffrey J D/B/A J-
Four Investment Co; N 1/2 M 1/5 of city Lot
488 & S 1/4 NM 1/5 of city Lot 488; 1960
White St; $50,980; $51,601.12; $621.12;
$621.12; $552.00; $1,173.12; $621.12
1024254003; Jaeger, Jeffrey J D/B/A J-
Four Investment Co; S 3/4 M 1/5 of city Lot
488 1950-1952 White; 1950 White St;
$54,360; $55,291.68; $931.68; $931.68;
$931.68; $931.68
1024254004; Jones, Darrell F; N 23'7" N
49'7" of SM 1/5 of city Lot 488; 1936 White St;
$62,840; $63,415.02; $575.02; $575.02;
$460.00; $1,035.02; $575.02
Book 146 Regular Session, November 7, 2016 424
1024254005; Valdez, Gloria; S 26' N 49'7"
SM 1/5 of city Lot 488; 1922 White St;
$26,430; $27,060.83; $630.83; $630.83;
$630.83; $630.83
1024254006; MK Properties LLC; S 1.5'
SM 1/5 & the N 28.2' S 1/5 of city Lot 488
1906-1908 White; 1906 White St; $55,700;
$56,420.60; $720.60; $720.60; $983.25;
$1,703.85; $720.60
1024254007; MCSTAC Properties LLC; S
23' of the S 1/5 of city Lot 488; 1902 White St;
$108,350; $108,842.61; $492.61; $492.61;
$492.61; $492.61
1024254008; Davis, Kevin C & Lenora L; S
52'5" N 2/5 of city Lot 489; 1997 Jackson St;
$79,920; $81,191.36; $1,271.36; $1,271.36;
$1,271.36; $1,271.36
1024254009; McMahon Real Estate Rent-
als LLC; N 48.2' of M 1/5 of city Lot 489; 1949
Jackson St; $83,090; $84,259.45; $1,169.45;
$1,169.45; $460.00; $1,629.45; $1,169.45
1024254010; Brandel, Brian; SM 1/5 & S 3'
M 1/5 of city Lot 489 1913-1917 Jackson; 1913
Jackson St; $192,808; $194,123.03;
$1,315.03; $1,315.03; $1,315.03; $1,315.03
1024254011; Winger Construction LC; Lot
2 of S 1/5 of city Lot 489; 1905 Jackson St;
$29,070; $29,847.13; $777.13; $777.13;
$777.13; $777.13
1024254012; McMahon Real Est Rentals
LLC; Lot 1 of S 1/5 of city Lot 489; 1903 Jack-
son St; $61,120; $61,580.26; $460.26;
$460.26; $950.00; $1,410.26; $460.26
Alley Between E. 20th St. to E. 21st St. from
White St. to Jackson St.
1024213001; Lakeside Investments LLC;
W 1/2-Lot 43 & S 28'-W 1/2-Lot 42 L H Lang-
worthy's Add; 2062 White St; $34,650;
$37,050.78; $2,400.78; $2,400.78; $2,400.78;
$2,400.78
1024213002; Leon, Gonzalo & Martha
Jaramillo Rodriquez; N 32'-W 1/2-Lot 44 L H
Langworthy's Add; 2050 White St; $47,020;
$47,796.40; $776.40; $776.40; $776.40;
$776.40
1024213003; JRK Properties LLC; S 32'-W
1/2-Lot 44 L H Langworthy's Add 2044-2044
1/2 White; 2044 White St; $48,610;
$49,386.40; $776.40; $776.40; $776.40;
$776.40
1024213004; Saint Paul’s Evangelical Lu-
theran Church; N 30'-Lot 7 Steiner's Add;
Jackson St; $4,210; $4,937.88; $727.88;
$727.88; $727.88; $727.88
1024213005; Saint Paul’s Evangelical Lu-
theran Church; S 20'-Lot 7 Steiner's Add;
Jackson St; $2,420; $2,905.25; $485.25;
$485.25; $485.25; $485.25
1024213006; Saint Paul’s Evangelical Lu-
theran Church; Lot 8 Steiner's Add; Jackson
St; $7,150; $8,363.13; $1,213.13; $1,213.13;
$1,213.13; $1,213.13
1024213007; Beversdorf, Ronald C &
Sandra Jean; N 30'-9 Steiners Add 2018-2018
1/2 White; 2018 White St; $74,500;
$75,227.88; $727.88; $727.88; $727.88;
$727.88
1024213008; Trierweiler, Dennis R & Sara
S; S 20'-Lot 9 & N 24'-Lot 10 Steiner's Add;
2010 White St; $60,980; $62,047.55;
$1,067.55; $1,067.55; $1,067.55; $1,067.55
1024213009; All In One Properties LLC; S
26'-Lot 10 Steiner's Add; 2002 White St;
$85,739; $86,369.83; $630.83; $630.83;
$630.83; $630.83
1024213010; Joshua D. Weiland; Lot 3 &
Lot 2-2 Of E 1/2-Lots 42 & 43 L H Langwor-
thy's Add; 2073 Jackson St; $44,770;
$45,253.34; $483.34; $483.34; $483.34;
$483.34
1024213011; Terris, Joyce M; N 25'-Lot 1-
2-E 1/2-Lots 42 & 43 L H Langworthy's Add;
2063 Jackson St; $34,740; $35,255.41;
$515.41; $515.41; $515.41; $515.41
1024213012; Terris, Joyce M; S 25'-Lot 1-
2-"E 1/2-Lot 42 & E 1/2-Lot 43" L H Langwor-
thy's Add; 2061 Jackson St; $36,490;
$37,062.68; $572.68; $572.68; $572.68;
$572.68
1024213013; Paul J. & Cindy M. Lester;
Lot 1 - E 1/2 Lot 42 & E 1/2 Lot 43 L H Lang-
worthy's Add; 2059 Jackson St; $20,810;
$21,588.84; $778.84; $778.84; $460.00;
$1,238.84; $778.84
1024213014; Elizabeth A. Brune; N 18'5"-
N 50'-E 1/2-Lot 44 L H Langworthy's Add;
2053 Jackson St; $47,140; $47,561.95;
$421.95; $421.95; $421.95; $421.95
1024213015; Schmit, Richard J; S 31'7"-N
50'-E 1/2-Lot 44 L H Langworthy's Add; 2045
Jackson St; $79,960; $80,683.41; $723.41;
$723.41; $723.41; $723.41
1024213016; Saint Paul’s Evangelical Lu-
theran Church; S 14'-E 1/2-Lot 44 L H Lang-
worthy's Add & N 26'-Lot 14 Steiner's Add;
Jackson St; $5,120; $6,036.29; $916.29;
$916.29; $916.29; $916.29
1024213017; Saint Paul’s Evangelical Lu-
theran Church; S 24'-Lot 14 Steiner's Add;
Jackson St; $2,900; $3,449.77; $549.77;
$549.77; $549.77; $549.77
1024213018; Saint Pauls Evangelical Lu-
theran Church; Lots 11, 12 & 13 Steiner's Add;
2005 Jackson St; $283,610; $287,046.08;
$3,436.08; $3,436.08; $3,436.08; $3,436.08
Alley Between E. 21st St. to E. 22nd St. from
White St. to Jackson St.
1024208001; Dubuque Savings & Loan
Assoc.; Faha Place & W 1/2-Lot 35 & N 1/2-W
1/2-Lot 36 L H Langworthy's Add; 2196 White
St; $254,300; $257,155.87; $2,855.87;
$2,855.87; $2,855.87; $2,855.87
1024208002; Firstar Bank Iowa N A; N 1/2-
W 1/2-Lot 37 L H Langworthy's Add 2140-
Book 146 Regular Session, November 7, 2016 425
2140 1/2 White; 2140 White St; $9,920;
$10,637.18; $717.18; $717.18; $717.18;
$717.18
1024208003; CCRC Properties LLC; S 1/2-
W 1/2-Lot 37 L H Langworthy's Add 2138-
2138 1/2 White; 2138 White St; $83,660;
$84,379.43; $719.43; $719.43; $719.43;
$719.43
1024208004; French Market Estates LC; N
1/2-W 1/2-Lot 38 L H Langworthy's Add 2136-
2136 1/2 White; 2136 White St; $58,200;
$58,921.79; $721.79; $721.79; $721.79;
$721.79
1024208005; Mid America Property Man-
agement LLC; SW 1/2-Lot 38 L H Langwor-
thy's Add; 2134 White St; $53,760;
$54,483.93; $723.93; $723.93; $723.93;
$723.93
1024208006; Mid-America Property Man-
agement LLC; Lot 2-N 58'-W 1/2-Lot 39 L H
Langworthy's Add; 2132 White St; $45,630;
$46,140.59; $510.59; $510.59; $510.59;
$510.59
1024208009; Stockel, Craig & Elaine; S 6'-
W 1/2-Lot 39 & N 22'- W 1/2-Lot 40 L H Lang-
worthy's Add; 2124 White St; $33,600;
$34,240.75; $640.75; $640.75; $640.75;
$640.75
1024208010; Stockel, Craig & Elaine; S
42'-W 1/2-Lot 40 & N 18'- W 1/2-Lot 41 L H
Langworthy's Add; 2100 White St; $163,632;
$165,010.45; $1,378.45; $1,378.45;
$1,378.45; $1,378.45
1024208011; Stockel, Craig & Elaine; N
37'-S 46'-W 1/2-Lot 41 L H Langworthy's Add;
2100 W hite St; $103,410; $104,267.47;
$857.47; $857.47; $857.47; $857.47
1024208012; McCurdy, Robert L & Jerome
D; E 12'-Lot 35 L H Langworthy's Add 2167-
2167 1/2 Jackson; 2167 Jackson St; $57,400;
$58,829.01; $1,429.01; $1,429.01; $1,429.01;
$1,429.01
1024208013; Gray, Randall W & Holly L;
NE 1/4-Lot 36 L H Langworthy's Add; 2165
Jackson St; $74,430; $75,144.50; $714.50;
$714.50; $714.50; $714.50
1024208014; Severns, Edward Patrick &
Rebecca Jane; SE 1/4-Lot 36 L H Langwor-
thy's Add; 2163 Jackson St; $74,310;
$75,024.50; $714.50; $714.50; $714.50;
$714.50
1024208015; Community Housing Initia-
tives Inc; N 27.4'-E 1/2-Lot 37 L H Langwor-
thy's Add; 2139 Jackson St; $91,810;
$92,421.79; $611.79; $611.79; $611.79;
$611.79
1024208016; Valdez, Gloria; Lot 2-S 36'6"-
E 1/2-Lot 37 L H Langworthy's Add; 2137
Jackson St; $34,440; $34,831.19; $391.19;
$391.19; $391.19; $391.19
1024208017; Brokus, Karen R; Lot 1-S
36'6"-E 1/2-Lot 37 L H Langworthy's Add;
2135 Jackson St; $34,210; $34,636.85;
$426.85; $426.85; $426.85; $426.85
1024208018; Hayes, Casie L & Schu-
macher, Joey L; N 38'6"-E 1/2-Lot 38 L H
Langworthy's Add; 2131 Jackson St; $64,320;
$65,183.24; $863.24; $863.24; $863.24;
$863.24
1024208019; Kennedy, Karolyn A; S 25
1/2'-E 1/2 of Lot 38 L H Langs Add; 2123
Jackson St; $59,810; $60,382.61; $572.61;
$572.61; $460.00; $1,032.61; $572.61
1024208026; Mid-America Property Man-
agement LLC; Lots 1-1 & 2-1 both of N 58'w
1/2 of Lot 39 LH Langworthy’s Add (2128/2130
White); 2128 White St; $48,160; $48,968.22;
$808.22; $808.22; $808.22; $808.22
1024208020; Severns, Rebecca J & Ed-
ward P; Lot 2-E 1/2 of Lot 39 & N 54' of the E
1/2 of Lot 40 L H Langs Add; 2113 Jackson St;
$37,970; $38,466.78; $496.78; $496.78;
$496.78; $496.78
1024208021; Severns, Rebecca J & Ed-
ward P; Lot 2-1 of "Sub of E 1/2-39 & N 54'-E
1/2-40" L H Langworthy's Add; 2111 Jackson
St; $35,440; $35,859.10; $419.10; $419.10;
$419.10; $419.10
1024208022; Henkel, Gary T & Constance
J; Lot 2-1-1-1 & Lot 2-1-1 of "Sub of E 1/2-39
& N 54'-E 1/2 -40" L H Langs; 2109 Jackson
St; $114,810; $115,932.02; $1,122.02;
$1,122.02; $1,122.02; $1,122.02
1024208023; Olep, Erik J; Lot 1-1-1-1 of
"Sub of N 54'- E 1/2-40 & E 1/2-39 L H Lang-
worthy's Add; 2107 Jackson St; $53,360;
$53,986.42; $626.42; $626.42; $626.42;
$626.42
1024208024; Olep, Erik J; N 10.9'-N 55.9'-
E 1/2-Lot 41 & S 10'-E 1/2-Lot 40 L H Lang-
worthy's Add; Jackson St; $4,790; $5,265.75;
$475.75; $475.75; $475.75; $475.75
1024208025; Stockel, Craig & Elaine; S
45'-N 55'9"-E 1/2-Lot 41 L H Langworthy's
Add; Jackson St; $16,565; $17,589.08;
$1,024.08; $1,024.08; $1,024.08; $1,024.08
Alley Between E. 18th St. to E. 19th St. from
Jackson St. to Washington St.
1024258016; Armstrong, Michael D & Mar-
cy Lynn; Lot 1-94, 2-94, 2-95, & 1-1-95 East
Dubuque Add; 1845 Washington St; $182,344;
$184,388.58; $2,044.58; $2,044.58;
$2,044.58; $2,044.58
1024258003; Dickey, David A & Kathy M;
Lot 1-28 in East Dubuque Add; 1866 Jackson
St; $107,290; $107,913.79; $623.79; $623.79;
$920.00; $1,543.79; $623.79
1024258012; City of Dubuque Iowa City
Hall; N 1/2 of Lot 93 East Dubuque Add;
Washington St; $7,500; $8,121.12; $621.12;
$621.12; $621.12; $621.12
1024258013; City of Dubuque Iowa City
Hall; S 1/2 of Lot 93 East Dubuque Add;
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Washington St; $7,500; $8,121.12; $621.12;
$621.12; $621.12; $621.12
1024258014; City of Dubuque Iowa City
Hall; Lot 92 East Dubuque Add; Washington
St; $10,100; $11,342.24; $1,242.24;
$1,242.24; $1,242.24; $1,242.24
1024258015; Martelle, Barbara J &
Charles L; Lots 1-27, 2-2-27, 1 & 2 of 2-28 &
1-2-27 All in East Dubuque Add; 1882 Jackson
St; $121,889; $123,764.49; $1,875.49;
$1,875.49; $1,875.49; $1,875.49
1024258004; Birch, Annette M; Lot 1-29 In
East Dubuque Add; 1848 Jackson St; $42,980;
$43,615.19; $635.19; $635.19; $635.19;
$635.19
1024258005; Bailey, James P; Lot 2-29
East Dub Add; 1846 Jackson St; $53,600;
$54,212.39; $612.39; $612.39; $612.39;
$612.39
1024258006; Miles, John D & Lisa M; Lot
30 East Dub Add; 1830 Jackson St; $63,950;
$65,192.24; $1,242.24; $1,242.24; $1,242.24;
$1,242.24
1024258008; Cub Properties Inc; Lot 96 &
2-1-95 East Dubuque Add; 260 E 19TH ST;
$122,405; $124,103.40; $1,698.40; $1,698.40;
$1,698.40; $1,698.40
1024258018; Bartolotta, Joseph J & Laurie
L; Sly 26'6" of Lot 31 East Dubuque Add; 1800
Jackson St; $92,660; $93,266.56; $606.56;
$606.56; $606.56; $606.56
1024258017; MVP Dubuque LLC; N 25' of
Lot 31 in East Dubuque Add; 1814 Jackson St;
$61,690; $62,296.56; $606.56; $606.56;
$606.56; $606.56
11. Delinquent Bush, Brush and Vegetation
Collection Accounts (Leisure Services): City
Manager recommending approval of the Final
Assessment Schedule for bushes / brush /
vegetation enforcement against the owner of
private property at 2901 Olde Country Lane.
Upon motion the documents were received
and filed and Resolution No. 371-16 Adopting
the Schedule of Assessments for 2910 Olde
Country Lane and directing the City Clerk to
certify the Schedule of Assessments to the
County Treasurer and to publish notice thereof
were adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 371-16
ADOPTING THE SCHEDULE OF ASSESS-
MENTS FOR 2901 OLDE COUNTRY LANE
AND DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO
CERTIFY THE SCHEDULE OF ASSESS-
MENTS TO THE COUNTY TREASURER
AND TO PUBLISH NOTICE THEREOF
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
That after full consideration of the Sched-
ule of Assessments attached hereto for bush-
es / brush / vegetation removal tax assess-
ments which Schedule of Assessments was
filed in the office of the City Clerk on the 27th
day of October, 2016 the said Schedule of
Assessments be and the same is hereby ap-
proved and adopted.
That there be, and is hereby assessed and
levied as a lien upon the real property, the
respective sum indicated.
That the City Clerk be and is hereby di-
rected to certify said schedule to the County
Treasurer of Dubuque County, Iowa, and to
publish notice of said certification once each
week for two consecutive weeks in the manner
provided in Iowa Code § 362.3, the first publi-
cation of which shall not be more than fifteen
days from the date of filing of the final sched-
ule. On or before the date of the second publi-
cation of the notice, the City Clerk shall also
mail a copy of said notice to property owners
whose property is subject to assessment, as
provided and directed in Iowa Code § 384.60.
The assessment may be paid in full or in
part without interest at the Utility Billing Office,
City Hall, 50 W. 13th Street, Dubuque, Iowa at
any time within 30 days after the date of the
first publication of the notice of the filing of the
Schedule of Assessments with the County
Treasurer. After 30 days, unpaid assessments
are payable at the County Treasurer’s Office,
Dubuque County Courthouse, 720 Central
Avenue, Dubuque, Iowa and charges shall be
collected in the same manner as general
property taxes against the respective parcels
of the property set opposite the name of the
property owner.
Passed, adopted and approved this 7th day
of November, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
City of Dubuque
Final Schedule of Assessments
Delinquent Bush, Brush and Vegetation
Account
Parcel: 1015302002
Owner: Craig & Gretchen Nordenson, 2901
Olde Country Lane, Dubuque, IA 52001
Property Address; 2901 Olde Country Lane
Legal Description: Lot 2, Block 3 Highland
Total: $325.00
12. Delinquent Garbage Collection Charg-
es (Housing Department): City Manager rec-
ommending approval of a resolution authoriz-
ing the City to certify garbage collection charg-
es to the Dubuque County Treasurer in order
to establish real property liens for collection of
such charges. Upon motion the documents
were received and filed and Resolution No.
372-16 Authorizing the City to collect delin-
quent garbage collection charges in accord
Book 146 Regular Session, November 7, 2016 427
ance with Title 6-6-3C2o; Title 6-6-4B3 & Title
6-6B of the Code of Ordinances of the City of
Dubuque, Iowa was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 372-16
AUTHORIZING THE CITY TO COLLECT DE-
LINQUENT GARBAGE COLLECTION
CHARGES IN ACCORDANCE WITH TITLE
6-6-3C2o; TITLE 6-6-4B3 & TITLE 6-6B OF
THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY
OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
Whereas, residential properties in the City
of Dubuque are considered substandard if any
conditions exist to an extent that endanger life,
limb, health, property, safety or welfare of the
public or the occupants thereof; and
Whereas, whenever in the judgment of the
Housing Officer, a nuisance that is “palpably
and indisputably such” exists which requires
immediate action to protect the public health,
safety or welfare of the public, the Housing
Officer may order the emergency abatement of
such; and
Whereas, delinquent garbage collection
charges shall be certified by the City Clerk to
the Dubuque County Treasurer for collection
with, and in the same manner as general
property taxes.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section I. That the persons listed on the at-
tached Garbage Assessment Schedule are
delinquent in the payment of garbage collec-
tion charges.
Section 2. That the City Clerk be and is
hereby ordered and directed to certify to the
County Treasurer of Dubuque County, Iowa,
that the persons named on the attached Gar-
bage Assessment Schedule are delinquent in
the payment of garbage collection charges in
the amount set aside of the respective names,
and that said amounts shall be collected in the
same manner as general property taxes
against the respective parcels of property set
opposite the names of the owners.
Passed, approved and adopted this 7th day
of November, 2016.
Roy D Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S Firnstahl, City Clerk
Schedule of Assessments
Delinquent Garbage Collection Charges
November 11, 2016
Location, Legal Description, Owner, Parcel
#, Amount, Category
2401 Windsor, Lot 1 of the Sub of Lots 1 &
2-2; and Lot 1-2 both in Windsor Ave Sub, JG
Investments LLC; 9120 Long Tail Ln; Dubuque
IA 52003, 1013453029, $124.00, garbage
1266 Jackson, S 1/2 Lot 58 East Dubuque
Add & N 1'6" - N 1/2 - Lot 59 East Dubuque
Add, Moonlit Beaches Investments LLC; 816
Vine St; Maquoketa IA 52060, 1024435006,
$100.00, garbage
2320 Jackson, Lot 65 L H Langworthy's
Add, Cooper, Daniel L; 2320 Jackson St;
Dubuque IA 52001, 1013459006, $110.00,
garbage
1555 Central, N 23.2' of M 1/5 of city Lot
451 1555-1555 1/2 Central Ave, Specht, Timo-
thy L; 8760 Kemp CT; Dubuque IA 52003,
1024403013, $80.00, garbage
2901 Jackson, E 85' of E 170' of Lot 346
Davis Farm Add 2901-2903-2905 Jackson,
Moore, Kenneth John A/K/A Kenneth J Moore;
803 Grant CT; Maquoketa IA 52060,
1013153020, $124.00, garbage
25 W 15th, Lot 1 of Winner Place, Empress
Enterprises LLC; 199 New Montgomery St
#706 San Francisco CA 94105, 1024403017,
$355.00, garbage
2776 Central, W 170'- 284 Davis Farm
Add, Robey, Delbert R; 2776 Central Ave;
Dubuque IA 52001, 1013308001, $65.00, gar-
bage
1358 Locust, N 1/2 of M 1/5 of city Lot 476,
Hodder, Walter W & Dorothy D; 1358 Locust
St; Dubuque IA 52001, 1024410002, $165.00,
garbage
1997 Jackson, S 52'5" N 2/5 of city Lot
489, Davis, Kevin C & Lenora L; 1997 Jackson
St; Dubuque IA 52001, 1024254008, $140.00,
garbage
35 W 15th, E 1/2-S 88'-E 1/2-S 2/5 of city
Lot 454 35-35 1/2 W 15th St, High Perfor-
mance Properties LLC; 8505 Southern Hills
CT; Dubuque IA 52003, 1024403009, $75.00,
garbage
375 Dorgan, Lot 6 Dorgans Sub, Perry,
Jodie L; 375 Dorgan Pl; Dubuque IA 52001,
1024180026, $617.00, garbage
640 Alta Vista, Lot 38 Oxford Hgts Lot 2-39
& Lot 2-36 Oxford Hgts, Engelken, Thomas A;
2022 Camelot Dr.; Allen TX 75013,
1025107013, $96.00, garbage
529 Pickett, Lot 2-1-E 65'-5, Lot 2-E 65'- 6,
Lot 2-N 26'-E 65'-7 All In Henion & Bairds
Sub.; Also, Lot 1-1-4 In Yates & Pickett 529-
535 Pickett, Nottingham Properties LLC; 485
Locust St; Dubuque IA 52001, 1024332022,
$175.00, garbage
539 Pickett, Lot 1-1-E 65'-5, Lot 1-E 65'- 6,
Lot 1-E 65'-N 26'-7, all in Henion & Bairds,
Nottingham Properties LLC, 485 Locust St,
Dubuque IA 52001, 1024332021, $155.00,
garbage
2516 Queen, Lot 50 Staffords Add, Crooks,
Anna K & Richard; 2516 Queen St; Dubuque
IA 52001, 1013414001, $447.50, garbage
1293 Bluff, Lots 767 & 768A both in a Mc
Daniels Sub 1293-1299 Bluff St, Tri-Corner
Properties LLC; 1008 Walnut St; Dubuque IA
52001, 1024340027, $155.00, garbage
Book 146 Regular Session, November 7, 2016 428
308 Hill, Lot 1-3 Buettell & Langs 308 Hill &
993 W 3rd St, Kammiller, Fredrick J III Aka
Fredrick Joseph Kammiller Living Revocable
Trust; 17470 Kammiller Ln; Durango IA 52039,
1025177013, $96.00, garbage
13. Special Assessment for Sidewalk Re-
pair - 2749 Broadway Street: City Manager
recommending the levy of special assessment
for the sidewalk repair at 2749 Broadway. Up-
on motion the documents were received and
filed and Resolution No. 373-16 Adopting the
Final Assessment Schedule for Sidewalk Re-
placement Assessment Project was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 373-16
ADOPTING THE FINAL ASSESSMENT
SCHEDULE FOR SIDEWALK REPLACE-
MENT ASSESSMENT PROJECT
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
After full consideration, the Final Schedule
of Assessments as shown on the attached
sheet(s), Page 1 to Page 2 inclusive; is hereby
approved for the Sidewalk Replacement As-
sessment Project.
There is hereby assessed and levied as a
special tax against and upon each of the bene-
fited properties, the respective sums indicated.
The amounts shown in said Final Schedule of
Assessments as deficiencies are found to be
proper and levied conditionally against the
respective properties benefited by the im-
provements as shown in the Final Schedule of
Assessments, subject to the provisions of Iowa
Code § 364.12. Said assessments against
said lots are hereby declared to be in propor-
tion to the special benefits conferred and not in
excess of twenty-five percent of the value of
same.
The City Clerk be and is hereby directed to
certify the Final Schedule of Assessments to
the County Treasurer of Dubuque County,
Iowa, and to publish notice of said certification
once each week for two consecutive weeks in
the manner provided in Iowa Code § 362.3,
the first publication of which shall be not more
than fifteen days from the date of filing of the
Final Schedule of Assessments. On or before
the date of the second publication of the no-
tice, the City Clerk shall also mail a copy of
said notice to property owners whose property
is subject to assessment, as provided in Iowa
Code § 384.60.
The assessments may be paid in full or in
part without interest at the office of the City
Treasurer, City Hall, 50 W. 13th Street, Dubu-
que, Iowa at any time within 30 days after the
date of the first notice of the Final Schedule of
Assessments. Thereafter, unpaid assessments
are payable at the County Treasurer’s Office,
Dubuque County Courthouse, 720 Central
Avenue, Dubuque, Iowa and will draw annual
interest at three percent (3%) computed to
December 1 next following the due dates of
the respective installments as provided in Sec-
tion 384.65 of the Code of Iowa. Each install-
ment will be delinquent from October 1 follow-
ing its due date on July 1 of each year. How-
ever, when the last day of September is a Sat-
urday or Sunday, that amount shall be delin-
quent from the second business day of Octo-
ber. Unpaid balances will draw the same de-
linquent interest as ordinary taxes.
Passed, approved and adopted this 7th day
of November, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin Firnstahl, City Clerk
City of Dubuque, Iowa
2016 Sidewalk Repair Assessment Final
Assessment: November 7, 2016
The following schedule is hereby deter-
mined to show each lot proposed to be as-
sessed for the improvement shown in the title
together with the amount proposed to be as-
sessed against each lot and the valuations
shown opposite each lot are hereby fixed as
the true valuations of such lots by the City
Council of the City of Dubuque.
Property Owner Name, Lot Description,
Parcel Number, Mailing Address, City,
State, Zip, Street Address, Valuation with
Improvement, Sidewalk Assessment, Ad-
ministrative Fee, Total Net Assessment
Willey Properties LLC; Lot 35 South Park
Hill Add; 1013304005; 3060 Pennsylvania
Avenue; Dubuque, IA 52002; 2749 Broadway;
$78,230.00; $800.00; $120.00; $920.00
14. Civil Service Commission - Certified
Lists: Civil Service Commission submitting the
Certified List for Fire Promotional positions of
Assistant Fire Chief, Assistant Fire Marshal,
Fire Captain, Fire Lieutenant, EMS Supervisor
and Medical Office; and the Recertified List for
the position of Utility Worker. Upon motion the
documents were received, filed and made a
Matter of Record.
September 26, 2016
Honorable Mayor and
Members of the City Council
In accordance with Chapter 400 of the
Code of Iowa, examinations for the positions of
Medical Officer, Fire Lieutenant, Fire Captain,
EMS Supervisor, Assistant Fire Chief, and
Assistant Fire Marshal were given on August
30-31, 2016. We hereby certify that the indi-
viduals listed below have passed these written
examinations and the vacancy for these posi-
tions should be made from this list and that
this list is good for two (2) years from above
date.
Book 146 Regular Session, November 7, 2016 429
Medical Officer
Dan Dietzel
Timothy Schmidt
Fire Lieutenant
Kyle Burke
Martin Fitzpatrick
Mark Weitz
Ed Lahey
Fire Captain
David McQuiggin
Ted George
Jeffrey Sanderfield
Nicholas Esch
Jerrod Atkinson
EMS Supervisor
Jeffrey Sanderfield
Assistant Fire Chief
Lawrence Ewert
Charles Blasen
Wayne Dow
Kevin Esser
Jeffrey Sanderfield
David Grass
Assistant Fire Marshal
No passing scores
Eligible Employee:
Michael Lynch for Fire Lieutenant
Respectfully submitted,
Dan White, Chairperson
Civil Service Commission
15. Retitling of Forester Position: City
Manager recommending approval of the elimi-
nation of one Forester position and the crea-
tion of one Urban Forester position in the Lei-
sure Services Department. Upon motion the
documents were received, filed and approved.
16. Acceptance of Deed for Property at
730 Cody Drive: City Manager recommending
approval of a resolution accepting the deed to
property purchased from George E. and Doro-
thy S. Roepsch located at 730 Cody Drive.
Upon motion the documents were received
and filed and Resolution No. 374-16 Accepting
the Deed to certain real Estate in Dubuque
County, Iowa from George E. Roepsch and
Dorothy S. Roepsch was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 374-16
ACCEPTING THE DEED TO CERTAIN REAL
ESTATE IN DUBUQUE COUNTY, IOWA
FROM GEORGE E. ROEPSCH AND DORO-
THY S. ROEPSCH
Whereas, the City of Dubuque entered into
an Agreement on July 18, 2016 with George E.
Roepsch and Dorothy S. Roepsch, as amend-
ed by First Amendment dated September 29,
2016, for the purchase of certain real property
in Dubuque County, Iowa, described as fol-
lows:
Lot 1 of Roepsch Place No. 2, in the City of
Dubuque, Dubuque County, Iowa; and
Whereas, the terms of the Agreement have
now been met.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA AS FOLLOWS:
1. The City of Dubuque, Iowa hereby ac-
cepts the Deed from George E. Roepsch and
Dorothy S. Roepsch, a copy of which is at-
tached hereto.
2. The City Clerk is hereby authorized and
directed to record this Resolution and the
Deed with the Dubuque County Recorder.
Passed, approved and adopted this 7th day
of November, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
17. Property Tax Appeal Settlement for
Nordstrom, Inc.: Senior Counsel recommend-
ing approval of the Stipulations of Settlement
regarding property tax assessment appeals
filed by Nordstrom, Inc., for property at 5050
Chavenelle Road. Upon motion the documents
were received, filed and approved.
18. W.C. Stewart Construction v. Dubuque
Regional Airport & City of Dubuque: City Man-
ager recommending approval of a resolution
which authorizes the City Manager to arrange
for payment on the best terms and conditions
possible in the case of W.C. Stewart Construc-
tion, Inc. v. Dubuque Regional Airport, Dubu-
que Regional Airport Commission, and the City
of Dubuque. Upon motion the documents were
received and filed and Resolution No. 375-16
Authorizing the City Manager to pay the judg-
ment against the City for the benefit of W.C.
Steward Construction, Inc. and negotiate the
terms and conditions of payment was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 375-16
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO
PAY THE JUDGMENT AGAINST THE CITY
FOR THE BENEFIT OF W.C. STEWART
CONSTRUCTION, INC. AND NEGOTIATE
THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF PAY-
MENT
Whereas, a judgment, which is attached,
was entered on October 5, 2016 against the
City of Dubuque for the benefit of W.C. Stew-
art Construction, Inc., and
Whereas, the City needs to pay the judg-
ment, and
Whereas, the City Council desires the City
Manager arrange for payment of the judgment
with the best terms and conditions for the City
of Dubuque.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Book 146 Regular Session, November 7, 2016 430
Section 1. The City Council hereby author-
izes and directs the City Manager to arrange
for payment of the judgment to W.C. Stewart
Construction and negotiate the terms and con-
ditions of said payment.
Passed, approved and adopted this 7th day
of November, 2016
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
19. Workers' Compensation Settlement
Agreement for Doug Brehm: City Attorney rec-
ommending approval of a Workers' Compen-
sation Settlement Agreement filed by Transit
employee Doug Brehm. Upon motion the doc-
uments were received, filed and approved.
20. Housing Choice Voucher Administra-
tive Plan Amendments: City Manager recom-
mending City Council approval of changes to
the Housing Choice Voucher/Section 8 Chap-
ter 4 Applications, Waiting List and Tenant
Selection Administrative Plan. Upon motion
the documents were received and filed and
Resolution No. 376-16 Approving amendments
to the Section 8 Administrative Plan was
adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 376-16
APPROVING AMENDMENTS TO THE SEC-
TION 8 ADMINISTRATIVE PLAN
Whereas, the City of Dubuque is designat-
ed as a Public Housing Authority; and
Whereas, the City of Dubuque maintains a
comprehensive Public Housing Agency Plan;
and
Whereas, the City of Dubuque desires to
amend said Public Housing Agency Plan
(Chapter 4); and
Whereas, said amendments are approved
by HUD, Resident Advisory Board and the
Housing Commission, the amendments must
be approved by resolution of the City Council
for adoption and implementation; and
Whereas, the Housing Commission held a
public meeting on September 27, 2016; and
Whereas, the Housing Commission voted
to approve said amendments and recom-
mended approval by the City Council
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE IOWA:
Section 1: That the Section 8
Administrative Plan Chapter 4 is hereby
amended to adopt the changes to the Plan
adjusting the Application Process, Waiting List
Management and Selection, attached hereto
as Exhibit A.
Passed, approved and adopted this 7th day
of November, 2016.
Roy D Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
21. Delta Dental Plan Renewal: City Man-
ager recommending approval of the Delta
Dental renewal rates for the plan year begin-
ning January 1, 2017 through December 31,
2017. Upon motion the documents were re-
ceived, filed and approved.
22. Iowa Department of Transportation
Project Notice: Correspondence from the Iowa
Department of Transportation (IDOT) notifying
the City of an upcoming bid letting for deck
joint repair on U.S. Hwy 61 at Peosta Channel
in March 2017. Upon motion the documents
were received and filed.
23. Signed Contract(s): Four Mounds
Foundation Winter Farmer's Market Lease of
1101 Central Avenue; Hillcrest Family Ser-
vices Lease of Louis Murphy Park for holiday
light display; Unison Solutions, Inc. Biogas
Technology Demonstration License for the
Water & Resource Recovery Center. Upon
motion the documents were received and filed.
24. Improvement Contracts / Performance,
Payment and Maintenance Bonds: Eastern
Iowa Excavating & Concrete, LLC for the Cha-
venelle Rd./NW Arterial Turn Lane Improve-
ments Local Road Detour; Temperley Excavat-
ing for the Heritage Trailhead Parking Lot Pro-
ject. Upon motion the documents were re-
ceived, filed and approved.
25. Alcohol Compliance Civil Penalty for
Alcohol License Holder – Chocolaterie Stam
Dubuque: City Manager recommending ap-
proval of the Acknowledgment/Settlement
Agreement for an alcohol compliance violation
for Chocolaterie Stam Dubuque, 269 Main
Street. Upon motion the documents were re-
ceived, filed and approved.
26. Alcohol and Tobacco License Applica-
tions: City Manager recommending approval of
annual liquor, beer, wine and tobacco license
applications as submitted. Upon motion the
documents were received and filed and Reso-
lution No. 377-16 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.
378-16 Approving applications for retail ciga-
rette/tobacco sales/nicotine/vapor permits, as
required by Iowa Code 453A.47A were adopt-
ed.
RESOLUTION NO. 377-16
APPROVING APPLICATIONS FOR BEER,
LIQUOR, AND/OR WINE PERMITS, AS RE-
QUIRED BY CITY OF DUBUQUE CODE OF
ORDINANCES TITLE 4 BUSINESS AND LI-
CENSE REGULATIONS, CHAPTER 2 LIQ-
Book 146 Regular Session, November 7, 2016 431
UOR CONTROL, ARTICLE B LIQUOR,
BEER AND WINE LICENSES AND PERMITS
Whereas, applications for Beer, Liquor,
and or Wine Permits have been submitted and
filed with the City Council for approval and the
same have been examined and approved; and
Whereas, the premises to be occupied by
such applicants were inspected and found to
comply with the Ordinances of the City and the
applicants have filed the proper fees and
bonds and otherwise complied with the re-
quirements of the Code of Ordinances.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The City Clerk is hereby author-
ized and directed to cause to be issued the
noted permit types to the following applicants
pending submission of the locally required
documentation:
Renewals
Aldi, Inc. #30, 2160 Holliday Dr., Class C Liq-
uor, Class B Wine (Sunday)
Jumpin' Jane's Indoor Party & Play Center,
4292 Dodge St., Class B Beer (Sunday)
Target Store T-0086, 3500 Dodge St., Class E
Liquor, Class B Wine, Class C Beer (Sun-
day)
Yen Ching Restaurant, 926 Main St., Class C
Liquor
New
Barrel House Dubuque, 299 Main St., Class C
liquor (Sunday)
Adding a Privilege
Big 10 Mart, 2100 JF Kennedy Rd., Adding
Carryout Wine
Passed, approved and adopted this 7th day
of November, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
RESOLUTION NO. 378-16
APPROVING APPLICATIONS FOR RETAIL
CIGARETTE / TOBACCO SALES / NICO-
TINE / VAPOR PERMITS, AS REQUIRED BY
IOWA CODE 453A.47A
Whereas, applications for Ciga-
rette/Tobacco Sales have been submitted and
filed with the City Council for approval and the
same have been examined and approved; and
Whereas, the premises to be occupied by
such applicants were inspected and found to
comply with the Ordinances of the City and the
applicants have filed the proper fees and oth-
erwise complied with the requirements of the
Code of Ordinances.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The City Clerk is hereby author-
ized and directed to cause to be issued the
following named applicants and locations for
cigarette/tobacco sales permit.
Aragon Tap, 1103 Iowa St.
Passed, approved and adopted this 7th day
of November, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
ITEMS SET FOR PUBLIC HEARING
Motion by Lynch to receive and file the
documents, adopt the resolutions, set the pub-
lic hearings as indicated, and direct the City
Clerk to publish notice as prescribed by law.
Seconded by Resnick. Motion carried 7-0.
1. Southwest Arterial - Military Road Re-
construction Project Initiate: City Manager rec-
ommending initiation of the public bidding pro-
cedure through the Iowa Department of Trans-
portation for the Southwest Arterial – Military
Road Reconstruction Project, and further rec-
ommends that a public hearing be set for No-
vember 14, 2016. Upon motion the documents
were received and filed and Resolution No.
379-16 Preliminary approval of plans, specifi-
cations, form of contract, and estimated cost;
setting date of public hearing on plans, specifi-
cations, form of contract, and estimated cost
was adopted setting a public hearing for a
meeting to commence at 6:00 p.m. on Novem-
ber 14, 2016 in the Historic Federal Building.
RESOLUTION NO. 379-16
SOUTHWEST ARTERIAL - MILITARY ROAD
RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT IOWA DOT
PROJECT NO. HDP-2100 (664)--71-31
PRELIMINARY APPROVAL OF PLANS,
SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT,
AND ESTIMATED COST; SETTING DATE
OF PUBLIC HEARING ON PLANS, SPECI-
FICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND
ESTIMATED COST
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
The proposed plans, specifications, form of
contract and estimated cost for the Southwest
Arterial - Military Road Reconstruction Project,
Iowa DOT Project No. HDP-2100 (664)--71-31,
in the estimated amount $7,078,100.00, are
hereby preliminarily approved and ordered
filed in the office of the City Clerk for public
inspection.
A public hearing will be held on the 14th
day of November 2016, at 6:00 p.m. in the
Historic Federal Building Council Chambers
(second floor), 350 West 6th Street, Dubuque,
Iowa at which time interested persons may
appear and be heard for or against the pro-
posed plans and specifications, form of con-
tract and estimated cost of said Project, and
the City Clerk be and is hereby directed to
cause the attached notice of the time and
place of such hearing to be published in a
Book 146 Regular Session, November 7, 2016 432
newspaper having general circulation in the
City of Dubuque, Iowa which notice shall be
published not less than four days nor more
than twenty days prior to the date of such
hearing. At the hearing, any interested person
may appear and file objections to the proposed
plans, specifications, form of contract, or esti-
mated cost of the Project.
Passed, adopted and approved this 7th day
of November, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
2. Jule Operations and Training Center
Project Initiate: City Manager recommending
initiation of the public bidding procedure for the
Jule Operations and Training Center Project,
and further recommends that a public hearing
be set for November 21, 2016. Upon motion
the documents were received and filed and
Resolution No. 380-16 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 advertise-
ment for bids was adopted setting a public
hearing for a meeting to commence at 6:00
p.m. on November 21, 2016 in the Historic
Federal Building.
RESOLUTION NO. 380-16
JULE OPERATIONS AND TRAINING CEN-
TER PROJECT
PRELIMINARY APPROVAL OF PLANS,
SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT,
AND ESTIMATED COST; SETTING DATE
OF PUBLIC HEARING ON PLANS, SPECI-
FICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND
ESTIMATED COST; AND ORDERING THE
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
The proposed plans, specifications, form of
contract and estimated cost for the Jule Op-
erations and Training Center Project in the
estimated amount $5,474,900 are hereby pre-
liminarily approved and ordered filed in the
office of the City Clerk for public inspection.
A public hearing will be held on the 21st
day of November, 2016, at 6:00 p.m. in the
Historic Federal Building Council Chambers
(second floor) 350 W. 6th Street, Dubuque,
Iowa at which time interested persons may
appear and be heard for or against the pro-
posed plans and specifications, form of con-
tract and estimated cost of said Project, and
the City Clerk be and is hereby directed to
cause the attached notice of the time and
place of such hearing to be published in a
newspaper having general circulation in the
City of Dubuque, Iowa which notice shall be
published not less than four days nor more
than twenty days prior to the date of such
hearing. At the hearing, any interested person
may appear and file objections to the proposed
plans, specifications, form of contract, or esti-
mated cost of the Project.
The Jule Operations and Training Center
Project is hereby ordered to be advertised for
bids for construction.
The amount of the security to accompany
each bid shall be in an amount which shall
conform to the provisions of the Notice to Bid-
ders hereby approved.
The City Clerk is hereby directed to adver-
tise for bids for the construction of the im-
provements herein provided, by publishing the
attached Notice to Bidders to be published in
the Master Builders of Iowa Plan Room, The
Construction Update Network and posted on
the City of Dubuque website at
www.cityofdubuque.org/bids and which notice
shall be published not less than thirteen but
not more than forty-five days before the date
for filing bids before 4:00 p.m. on the 30th day
of November, 2016. Bids shall be opened and
read by the City Clerk at said time and will be
submitted to the City Council for final action at
6:00 p.m. on the 5th day of December, 2016, in
the Historic Federal Building Council Cham-
bers (second floor), 350 West 6th Street,
Dubuque, Iowa.
Passed, adopted and approved this 7th day
of November, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
3. Vacate Storm Sewer and Sanitary Sew-
er Easement at 3225 and 3275 Pennsylvania
Avenue: City Manager recommending the City
Council set a public hearing for November 21,
2016 to vacate the storm and sanitary sewer
easement across Lot 1 and Lot 2 of Lange
Estate in the City of Dubuque. Upon motion
the documents were received and filed and
Resolution No. 381-16 Resolution of Intent to
vacate and dispose of City interest in a Storm
and Sanitary Sewer Easement over and
across Lot 1 and Lot 2 of Lange Estate (Origi-
nally platted as Lot 1-2 of the Southwest ¼ of
the Southwest ¼ of Section 22, T89N, R2E) in
the City of Dubuque, Dubuque County, Iowa
was adopted setting a public hearing for a
meeting to commence at 6:00 p.m. on Novem-
ber 21, 2016 in the Historic Federal Building.
RESOLUTION NO. 381-16
RESOLUTION OF INTENT TO VACATE AND
DISPOSE OF CITY INTEREST IN A STORM
AND SANITARY SEWER EASEMENT OVER
AND ACROSS LOT 1 AND LOT 2 OF
LANGE ESTATE (ORIGINALLY PLATTED
AS LOT 1-2 OF THE SOUTHWEST ¼ OF
THE SOUTHWEST ¼ OF SECTION 22,
Book 146 Regular Session, November 7, 2016 433
T89N, R2E) IN THE CITY OF DUBUQUE,
DUBUQUE COUNTY, IOWA
Whereas, Applewood IV LLC is the current
owner of Lot 2 of Lange Estates (a portion of
the property originally platted as Lot 1-2 of the
Southwest ¼ of the Southwest ¼ of Section
22, T89N, R2E) in the City of Dubuque, Dubu-
que County, Iowa; and
Whereas, Dubuque Senior Housing IV LLC
is the current owner of Lot 1 of Lange Estates
(a portion of the property originally platted as
Lot 1-2 of the Southwest ¼ of the Southwest ¼
of Section 22, T89N, R2E) in the City of Dubu-
que, Dubuque County, Iowa; and
Whereas, a storm and sanitary sewer
easement was granted to the City in 1963 over
Lot 1 and Lot 2 of Lange Estates (Originally
Platted as Lot 1-2 of the Southwest ¼ of the
Southwest ¼ of Section 22, T89N, R2E) ac-
cording to deed record Bk. 181 Pg. 503 in the
Dubuque County Recorder’s Office; and
Whereas, the current property owners
have granted new easements covering the
existing locations of the water and storm sewer
utilities across the properties; and
Whereas, the current owners are request-
ing that the City release the 1963 blanket utility
easement so that future development areas
within the properties are not encumbered; and
Whereas, the City has no plans for any ad-
ditional water or sewer main extensions in this
area.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the City of Dubuque, in-
tends to vacate and dispose of its interest in
the storm and sanitary sewer easement across
said Lot 1 and Lot 2 of Lange Estates (Origi-
nally Platted as Lot 1-2 of the Southwest ¼ of
the Southwest ¼ of Section 22, T89N, R2E) in
the City of Dubuque, Dubuque County, Iowa,
as shown on the attached Exhibit.
Section 2. That the City Clerk be and is
hereby authorized and directed to cause a
notice of intent to dispose of said interest to be
published in the manner as prescribed by law.
Passed, approved and adopted this 7th day
of November, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
4. South Pointe Housing Urban Renewal
Area: City Manager recommending approval of
a Resolution of Necessity that finds that the
Urban Renewal Plan for the South Pointe
Housing Urban Renewal Area is both neces-
sary and appropriate and sets a public hearing
on the proposed plan for December 5, 2016.
Upon motion the documents were received
and filed and Resolution No. 382-16 Resolu-
tion of Necessity finding that certain property in
and near the South Pointe Subdivision is an
Economic Development Area and that the de-
velopment of said Area is necessary in the
interest of the residents of the City of Dubu-
que, Iowa and setting a date for hearing on a
proposed Urban Renewal Plan for said District
was adopted setting a public hearing for a
meeting to commence at 6:00 p.m. on Decem-
ber 5, 2016 in the Historic Federal Building.
RESOLUTION NO. 382-16
RESOLUTION OF NECESSITY FINDING
THAT CERTAIN PROPERTY IN AND NEAR
THE SOUTH POINTE SUBDIVISION IS AN
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AREA AND
THAT THE DEVELOPMENT OF SAID AREA
IS NECESSARY IN THE INTEREST OF THE
RESIDENTS OF THE CITY OF DUBUQUE,
IOWA AND SETTING A DATE FOR HEAR-
ING ON A PROPOSED URBAN RENEWAL
PLAN FOR SAID DISTRICT
Whereas, the City Council of the City of
Dubuque has determined that the creation of
the South Pointe Housing Urban Renewal Ar-
ea will stimulate, through public involvement
and commitment, private investment in new
housing and residential development as de-
fined by Iowa Code 403.17(12), as described
in the Urban Renewal Plan; and
Whereas, the City Council has determined
that the area described in Attachment A to this
Resolution meets the definition of an economic
development area as defined in Chapter 403
“Urban Renewal” of the Iowa Code; and
Whereas, a significant need for housing
units exists in the community and local re-
sources are needed to advance the develop-
ment; and
Whereas, Iowa Code Chapter 403 requires
that before urban renewal authority may be
exercised, a City Council must adopt a resolu-
tion of necessity finding that the area in ques-
tion is a slum, blighted or economic develop-
ment area, and that so designating such area
is necessary in the interest of the public health,
safety or welfare of the residents of the munic-
ipality.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the proposed South Pointe
Housing Urban Renewal Area, generally de-
scribed in Attachment A to this Resolution, is
an economic development area as defined by
Chapter 403 of the Iowa Code, appropriate for
public improvements related to housing and
residential development, and is appropriate for
an urban renewal project.
Section 2. That the development of the
South Pointe Housing Urban Renewal Area is
necessary and appropriate to facilitate the
proper growth and development of the com-
munity in accordance with sound planning and
local community objectives.
Book 146 Regular Session, November 7, 2016 434
Section 3. That the development of this ar-
ea will provide new opportunities for quality
housing and job creation in the community.
Section 4. That the City Manager is author-
ized and directed to prepare an Urban Renew-
al Plan for the South Pointe Housing Urban
Renewal Area, to forward said Plan to the
City's Long Range Planning Commission for
review and comment and to begin the consul-
tation process required by law with affected
taxing entities.
Section 5. That the City Clerk is directed to
publish notice of a public hearing on the adop-
tion of an Urban Renewal Plan for the South
Pointe Housing Urban Renewal Area to be
held on the 5th day of December, 2016, at 6:00
p.m. in the Historic Federal Building in Dubu-
que, Iowa 350 W. 6th Street, Dubuque, Iowa
and that said notice shall generally identify the
area covered by the Plan and the general
scope of the Urban Renewal Plan activities
planned for such area.
Section 6. That the City Clerk is further di-
rected to send by ordinary mail a copy of said
Plan and notice of public hearing to the Dubu-
que Community School District and the County
Board of Supervisors, as the affected taxing
entities.
Passed, approved and adopted this 7th day
of November, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
BOARDS/COMMISSIONS
Appointment was made to the following
Board/Commission.
1. Housing Trust Fund Advisory Commit-
tee: One, 3-year term through August 17, 2019
(Expired term of Walsh). Applicant: John
Walsh, 316 Spring Valley Rd. Motion by Lynch
to appoint Mr. Walsh to a 3-year term through
August 17, 2019. Seconded by Jones. Motion
carried 7-0.
PUBLIC INPUT
Mary Gotz, 1844 Bennett Street, and
member of the Dubuque Landlord’s Associa-
tion, addressed future changes the City Coun-
cil might be considering to the Housing Choice
Voucher program and her concerns that they
would limit the choice of landlords to partici-
pate in the program or not. Ms. Gotz equated
the choice to that of health care choices or that
of local grocers to participate in the SNAP pro-
gram. She questioned the need for an ordi-
nance amendment since empty Section 8
housing exists.
ACTION ITEMS
1. Iowa Mission of Mercy Summary Report:
Dr. Heyo Tjarks, DDS provided a verbal report
regarding the Iowa Mission of Mercy Clinic
held on September 23 and 24, 2016 at the
Five Flags Center. Dr. Tjarks thanked the staff
and volunteers who participated and provided
statistical information on the success of the
event in terms of the number of clients served
and procedures completed. Motion by Jones to
receive and file the information. Seconded by
Lynch. Motion carried 7-0.
2. National Disaster Resiliency Grant Up-
date: Assistant City Manager Teri Goodmann,
Housing & Community Development Depart-
ment Director Alvin Nash and City Engineer
Gus Psihoyos provided a status report on the
HUD National Disaster Resiliency Competition
Grant. Topics included introduction of support
staff and partners; an explanation of the pur-
pose, time line and financial breakdown of the
grant; infrastructure improvements and sched-
ule; and a description of the healthy homes
repair types and rehabilitation services, grant
income guidelines and the home advocate
component. Motion by Connors to receive and
file the documents. Seconded by Del Toro.
Motion carried 7-0.
3. Cable Television Division - High-
Definition Upgrade: Cable TV Coordinator
Craig Nowack made a presentation to City
Council showing the capabilities of the new
video production facilities that will be used to
produce City Council meetings in high defini-
tion. Highlights included new cameras, speak-
ers and monitors in the Chambers; improved
conference telephone interface and enhanced
technology room equipment and capabilities.
Responding to questions from the City Coun-
cil, Mr. Nowack explained that wireless hearing
devices are available upon request. Motion by
Connors to receive and file the information.
Seconded by Lynch. Motion carried 7-0.
4. Marquette Hall - Urban Revitalization
Area Designation: City Manager recommend-
ing approval of a resolution to establish Mar-
quette Hall (2222 Queen Street) as a property
that meets the requirements for designation as
an Urban Revitalization Area. Motion by Lynch
to receive and file the documents and adopt
Resolution No. 383-16 Finding that the desig-
nation of the Marquette Hall Urban Revitaliza-
tion Plan is necessary in the interest of public
health, safety, and welfare of the residents of
the City of Dubuque, Iowa. Seconded by
Jones. Motion carried 7-0.
Book 146 Regular Session, November 7, 2016 435
RESOLUTION NO. 383-16
FINDING THAT THE DESIGNATION OF THE
MARQUETTE HALL URBAN REVITALIZA-
TION PLAN IS NECESSARY IN THE INTER-
EST OF PUBLIC HEALTH, SAFETY, AND
WELFARE OF THE RESIDENTS OF THE
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
Whereas, the City Council of the City of
Dubuque finds that the property at 2222
Queen Street, (Property) is currently vacant
and underutilized, and Cohen-Esrey Affordable
Partners (Marquette Hall, LLC), (Cohen-Esrey)
has proposed to develop the Property by re-
habilitating the former Sacred Heart Elemen-
tary School into 28 historic and affordable sen-
ior apartments; and
Whereas, the City supports the develop-
ment and construction of housing and residen-
tial properties which provide quality, affordable
housing; and
Whereas, the Property is located in an ar-
ea eligible for the Urban Revitalization Tax
Exemption program; and
Whereas, in the area proposed for desig-
nation under the Urban Revitalization Act is an
area in which there is a predominance of build-
ings or improvements which by reason of age,
history, architecture or significance should be
preserved or restored to projective use Section
404.1(3) of the Iowa Code; and
Whereas, through the Urban Revitalization
Program, the Property is eligible to receive a
one hundred percent exemption from taxation
on the actual value added by the improve-
ments for a period of ten years so long as it is
assessed as residential property or assessed
as multi-family or commercial property, if the
commercial property consists of three or more
separate living quarters with at least seventy-
five percent of the space used for residential
purposes.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The rehabilitation housing de-
velopment at the Property legally described as:
Lot #’s 31,32,33,34 Sanford Sub., ac-
cording to the recorded plat thereof, is
deemed necessary and in the interest of
the residents of the City;
Section 2. That the City Council supports
the Cohen-Esrey’s Petition asking the Property
be designated an Urban Revitalization Area
and supports Cohen-Esrey’s efforts to receive
a tax credit award from the Iowa Finance Au-
thority for this Development.
Section 3. The City Council approves sup-
porting the project and authorizes staff to work
with the City Assessor to complete the form 5S
for the Developer’s submission to the Iowa
Finance Authority prior to the November 17,
2016 deadline for consideration. The estimat-
ed value of the ten-year abatement is
$179,830.
Section 4. The proposed Development is
consistent with the City of Dubuque’s afforda-
ble housing strategies and goal to implement
the City’s comprehensive plan.
Passed, approved and adopted this 7th day
of November 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
5. University Lofts - Urban Revitalization
Area Designation: City Manager recommend-
ing approval of a resolution to establish Uni-
versity Lofts (1225 Alta Vista Street) as a
property that meets the requirements for des-
ignation as an Urban Revitalization Area. Mo-
tion by Connors to receive and file the docu-
ments and adopt Resolution No. 384-16 Find-
ing that the designation of the University Lofts
Urban Revitalization Plan is necessary to en-
courage needed housing and residential de-
velopment providing safe, affordable housing
for the residents of the City of Dubuque. Se-
conded by Lynch. Motion carried 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 384-16
FINDING THAT THE DESIGNATION OF THE
UNIVERSITY LOFTS URBAN REVITALIZA-
TION PLAN IS NECESSARY TO ENCOUR-
AGE NEEDED HOUSING AND RESIDEN-
TIAL DEVELOPMENT PROVIDING SAFE,
AFFORDABLE HOUSING FOR THE RESI-
DENTS OF THE CITY OF DUBUQUE
Whereas, the City Council of the City of
Dubuque finds that the properties at Parcel
ID# 1025101003, part of a 5.48-acre tract cur-
rently conveyed to Church of the Nativity, be-
ginning at the intersection of the north right-of-
way line of University Avenue with the westerly
right-of-way of Alta Vista Street (Property)
which MV Residential Development has pro-
posed to develop the Property and create 52
units of workforce multi-family housing; and
Whereas, the City supports the develop-
ment and construction of housing and residen-
tial properties which provide quality, affordable
housing; and
Whereas, the Property is located in an ar-
ea eligible for the Urban Revitalization Tax
Exemption program; and
Whereas, in the area proposed for desig-
nation under the Urban Revitalization Act
404.1 (4) is appropriate as an economic de-
velopment area as defined in section 403.17
Iowa Code; and
Whereas, the area is appropriate for com-
mercial and industrial enterprises, public im-
provements related to housing and residential
development, or construction of housing and
residential development for low to moderate
income families, including single or multi-family
Book 146 Regular Session, November 7, 2016 436
housing, as stated in Section 403.17 of the
Iowa Code; and
Whereas, through the Urban Revitalization
Program, the Property is eligible to receive a
one hundred percent exemption from taxation
on the actual value added by the improve-
ments for a period of ten years so long as it is
assessed as residential property or assessed
as commercial property, if the commercial
property consists of three or more separate
living quarters with at least seventy-five per-
cent of the space used for residential purpos-
es.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the construction of the
hereinafter described Property legally de-
scribed as:
Being part of a 5.48-acre tract currently
conveyed to Church of the Nativity
(current Parcel ID# 1025101003),
Dubuque County, Iowa, and more
particularly described as follows:
Beginning at the intersection of the
north right-of-way line of University
Avenue with the westerly right-of-
way of Alta Vista Street;
Thence from said point of beginning,
with said north right-of-way line,
South 79º00’00” West, for a dis-
tance of 224.71 feet,
Thence leaving said right-of-way line,
on the following three (3) courses
and distances:
North 9°00'00 West, for a distance of
99.95 feet;
North 34°00'00" West, for a distance of
190.96 feet;
North 58°00'00" East, for a distance of
177.42 feet to the aforementioned
westerly right-of-way of Alta Vista
Street;
Thence with said right-of-way line,
South 32º00’00” East, for a distance
of 362.45 feet to the point of begin-
ning, containing approximately 1.36
+/- acres and being subject to any
easements, restrictions, covenants,
ordinances, or agreements of rec-
ord. This legal description is not
based on field verified boundary or
boundary retracement survey; is
deemed necessary in the interest
the residents of the City.
Section 2. That the City Council supports
MV Residential Development’s Petition that
the Property be designated a Urban Revitaliza-
tion Area and supports the developer’s efforts
to receive a tax credit award from the Iowa
Finance Authority for this Development.
Section 3. That the City Council approve
the resolution supporting the project and au-
thorize staff to work with the City Assessor to
complete the form 5S for submission by De-
veloper prior to the November 17, 2016 dead-
line for consideration. The estimated value of
tax abatement is $393,233.
Section 4. That the proposed Development
is consistent with the City of Dubuque’s afford-
able housing strategies and its goal to imple-
ment its comprehensive plan.
Passed, approved and adopted this 7th day
of November, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
6. Full Circle Communities - Request for
Urban Revitalization Designation: City Manag-
er recommending approval of a request for
local support from Full Circle Communities for
the proposed re-development of the former
Four Oaks building at 180 W. 15th Street into
36 residential units targeted to people with
disabilities and veterans. Motion by Jones to
receive and file the documents and adopt
Resolution No. 385-16 Finding that the desig-
nation of the Fifteenth Street Apartments is in
the Jackson Park Urban Revitalization District
and therefore eligible for Urban Revitalization
Tax Abatement for the redevelopment of 180
W. 15th Street, Dubuque, IA providing safe,
affordable housing for the residents of the City
of Dubuque. Seconded by Connors. Respond-
ing to questions from the City Council, Full
Circle Communities Project Manager Jordan
Bartle addressed the issue of on-street parking
stating that the project received an exemption
from the Zoning Board of Adjustment and that
these types of developments generally see
less demand for parking. Motion carried 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 385-16
FINDING THAT THE FIFTEENTH STREET
APARTMENTS IS IN THE JACKSON PARK
URBAN REVITALIZATION DISTRICT AND
THEREFORE ELIGIBLE FOR URBAN REVI-
TALIZATION TAX ABATEMENT FOR THE
REDEVELOPMENT OF 180 W 15TH STREET,
DUBUQUE, IA PROVIDING SAFE, AF-
FORDABLE HOUSING FOR THE RESI-
DENTS OF THE CITY OF DUBUQUE
Whereas, the City of Dubuque supports the
development and construction of housing and
residential properties which provide quality,
affordable housing; and
Whereas, Fifteenth Street Apartments Lim-
ited Partnership, an Iowa limited partnership
(the “Owner”), and Full Circle Communities,
Inc., and Illinois not-for-profit corporation au-
thorized to do business in Iowa (the “Develop-
er”) has proposed to develop the property at
180 W. 15th St., Dubuque IA (the “Property”)
and to create 36 units of multi-family housing
at the Property targeted towards veterans and
people with disabilities; and
Book 146 Regular Session, November 7, 2016 437
Whereas, the Property is located in an ar-
ea eligible for the Urban Revitalization Tax
Exemption program; and
Whereas, through the Urban Revitalization
Program, the Property is eligible to receive a
one hundred percent exemption from taxation
on the actual value added by the improve-
ments for a period of ten years so long as it is
assessed as residential property, multi-family
residential, or assessed as commercial proper-
ty, if the commercial property consists of three
or more separate living quarters with at least
seventy-five percent of the space used for
residential purposes;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the construction of the
hereinafter described Property legally de-
scribed as:
The North 3/5 of City Lot 463 in the City
of Dubuque, Iowa according to the rec-
orded Plat thereof; is deemed neces-
sary in the interest the residents of the
City.
Section 2. That the City Council supports
the Owner’s and the Developer’s Urban Revi-
talization Application and the Owner’s and
Developer’s efforts to receive a tax credit
award from the Iowa Finance Authority and the
Iowa Economic Development Authority for the
development of the Property.
Section 3. That the City Council approve
the resolution supporting the project and au-
thorize staff to work with the City Assessor to
complete the form 5S for submission by De-
veloper prior to the November 17, 2016 dead-
line for consideration. The estimated amount
of the tax exemption is $291,755.63.
Section 4. That the proposed development
of the Property is consistent with the City of
Dubuque’s affordable housing strategies and
its goal to implement its comprehensive plan.
Passed, approved and adopted this 7th day
of November, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin s. Firnstahl, City Clerk
7. IDOT Transfer of Jurisdiction Agreement
: City Manager recommending approval for the
Mayor to execute the Transfer of Public Road
Jurisdiction Agreement between the City of
Dubuque and the Iowa Department of Trans-
portation for public road segments of US
52/Iowa 3 and Iowa 32 (Northwest Arterial)
that are within the City's corporate limits. Mo-
tion by Lynch to receive and file the docu-
ments and adopt Resolution No. 386-16 Ap-
proving the Transfer of Public Road Jurisdic-
tion Agreement between the City of Dubuque
and Iowa Department of Transportation. Se-
conded by Del Toro. Motion carried 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 386-16
APPROVING THE TRANSFER OF PUBLIC
ROAD JURISDICTION AGREEMENT BE-
TWEEN THE CITY OF DUBUQUE AND IO-
WA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Whereas, the Dubuque City Council, the
Dubuque County Board of Supervisors, the
Dubuque Metropolitan Area Transportation
Study (DMATS), the Dubuque Area Chamber
of Commerce and the Greater Dubuque De-
velopment Corporation have all identified the
completion of the Southwest Arterial Project as
the No. 1 surface transportation priority in the
Dubuque area; and
Whereas, the City of Dubuque (City) and
Iowa Department of Transportation (Iowa
DOT) desire to maintain and increase trans-
portation infrastructure while improving safety
for the motorist within the City of Dubuque and
Dubuque County and acknowledge the mutual
benefit to partner on the Southwest Arterial
Project; and
Whereas, the City and the Iowa DOT exe-
cuted a Memorandum of Understanding
(MOU) for the completion of the Southwest
Arterial project; and
Whereas, the Iowa DOT and City, in joint
cooperation propose to Transfer the Jurisdic-
tion of the Southwest Arterial from the City to
the Iowa DOT in exchange for the Transfer of
Jurisdiction of the Northwest Arterial (Iowa 32),
and portions of existing U.S. 52/Iowa 3 from
the Iowa 32/John Deere Road intersection to
the intersection of U.S. 61 in downtown Dubu-
que, from the State to the City, after the
Southwest Arterial is completed and open to
traffic; and
Whereas, in accordance with the provi-
sions of Iowa Code Sections 313.2 and / or
306.42 and the MOU, the Transfer of Public
Road Jurisdiction (TOJ) Agreement between
the City and the Iowa DOT details the transfer
of jurisdiction for the following public road
segment(s), including all structures and right-
of-way, to each other as described as follows:
That portion of US 52/Iowa 3 north
from the intersection of US 61 in down-
town Dubuque to the northern corpora-
tion limits of Dubuque, of approximately
3.91 miles.
All portions of Iowa 32 (Northwest
Arterial) that are within the corporation
limits of Dubuque, of approximately
4.43 miles; and
Whereas, the transfer of jurisdiction of the
public road segment(s) described in this
Agreement shall take place following the exe-
cution of this agreement by both the LPA and
the STATE and once the Southwest Arterial is
open to traffic as follows:
The Iowa DOT, at its cost, shall per-
form any routine maintenance or de-
termine the extent and cost of any
Book 146 Regular Session, November 7, 2016 438
needed repairs necessary to bring the
portions of U.S. 52 and Iowa 32 to be
transferred to the City up to a state of
good repair. Alternately, funds may be
transferred from the Iowa DOT to the
City in lieu of performing routine
maintenance or making repairs.
The City shall assume jurisdiction of
the public road segment(s) described in
this Agreement upon the completion of
the routine maintenance and/or repairs,
or transfer of funds to the City specified
in this Agreement.
The City shall, in accordance with
the MOU, complete final design engi-
neering, construction contract docu-
ments, right of way property acquisi-
tion, utility relocation, and construction
of City lead projects for the Southwest
Arterial.
The City shall assume jurisdiction of
the following bridge(s): FHWA No.(s)
503675, 601940, 607775, and 607770
and the continued maintenance, reha-
bilitation and eventual replacement of
the bridge.
The Iowa DOT shall, in accordance
with the MOU, completely fund and
construct the Iowa DOT lead projects
for the complete 4-lane freeway, includ-
ing interchanges between U.S. 20 to
U.S. 61/151.
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS AGREED BY
AND BETWEEN THE PARTIES AS FOL-
LOWS:
Section 1. City of Dubuque and the Iowa
Department of Transportation hereby agree to
partner on the Southwest Arterial Project.
Section 2. Whereas, the Iowa DOT and
City, in joint cooperation propose to Transfer
the Jurisdiction of the Southwest Arterial from
the City to the Iowa DOT in exchange for the
Transfer of Jurisdiction of the Northwest Arte-
rial (Iowa 32), and portions of existing U.S.
52/Iowa 3 from the Iowa 32/John Deere Road
intersection to the intersection of U.S. 61 in
downtown Dubuque, from the State to the City,
after the Southwest Arterial is completed and
open to traffic.
Section 3. The Mayor is hereby authorized
to execute the Transfer of Public Road Juris-
diction Agreement between the City of Dubu-
que and the Iowa Department of Transporta-
tion which will allow for the Transfer the Juris-
diction of the Southwest Arterial from the City
to the Iowa DOT in exchange for the Transfer
of Jurisdiction of the Northwest Arterial (Iowa
32), and portions of existing U.S. 52/Iowa 3
from the Iowa 32/John Deere Road intersec-
tion to the intersection of U.S. 61 in downtown
Dubuque, from the State to the City, after the
Southwest Arterial is completed and open to
traffic.
Passed, approved and adopted this 7th day
of November, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
8. 210 Jones Street - Urban Revitalization
Area Ordinance: City Manager recommending
approval of an Ordinance adopting an Urban
Revitalization Plan for the 210 Jones Street
Urban Revitalization Area to assist in the rede-
velopment of this property. 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
Lynch. Motion carried 7-0.
Motion by Jones for final consideration and
passage of Ordinance No. 57-16 Amending
City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances Title 3,
Revenue and Taxation, Chapter 2 Revitaliza-
tion Areas, by adopting a new Section 13: 210
Jones Street Urban Revitalization Area, and
establishing requirements for qualifying prop-
erty owners. Seconded by Connors. Motion
carried 7-0.
OFFICIAL PUBLICATION
ORDINANCE NO. 57-16
AMENDING CITY OF DUBUQUE CODE OF
ORDINANCES TITLE 3, REVENUE AND
TAXATION, CHAPTER 2 REVITALIZATION
AREAS, BY ADOPTING A NEW SECTION
13: 210 JONES STREET URBAN REVITALI-
ZATION AREA, AND ESTABLISHING RE-
QUIREMENTS FOR QUALIFYING PROPER-
TY OWNERS
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. City of Dubuque Code of Ordi-
nances Title 3, Chapter 2 is hereby amended
by adding the following:
3-2-13: 210 Jones Street
A. The area hereinafter described is
hereby designated as the 210 Jones
Street urban revitalization area in ac-
cordance with the code of Iowa:
LOT 1 OF CITY LOT 541, LOT 2 OF
CITY LOT 541, CITY LOT 542, LOT 1
OF LOT 2 OF CITY LOT 543, LOT 2
OF LOT 2 OF CITY LOT 543, LOT “A”
OF “VACATED SHIELDS STREET”,
AND, LOT 2 OF LOT “D” OF “VACAT-
ED SHIELDS STREET”, IN THE CITY
OF DUBUQUE, IOWA ACCORDING
TO THE UNITED STATES COMMIS-
SIONERS’ MAP OF THE SURVEY OF
THE TOWN OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
AND THE RECORDED PLATS OF
SAID RESPECTIVE SUBDIVISIONS
Book 146 Special Session, November 14, 2016 439
B. The 210 Jones Street Urban Revi-
talization Plan as attached hereto is
hereby adopted and approved and the
properties within said described area
shall be subject to the provisions of said
Plan.
C. The 210 Jones Street Urban Revi-
talization Plan shall hereafter be on file in
the City Clerk's Office, City Hall, Dubu-
que, Iowa.
Section 2. This ordinance takes effect upon
publication.
Passed and approved this 7th day of No-
vember, 2016.
/s/Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: /s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Published officially in the Telegraph Herald
newspaper on the 11th day of November,
2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS
Council Member Connors reported on the
Dubuque Chamber of Commerce 7th Diversity
Summit held November 3, 2016 stating that it
had excellent speakers and was well attended.
Mayor Buol reported on his presentation at
the Resilient Lacrosse Summit in Lacrosse,
Wisconsin regarding Dubuque’s best practices
in the area of resiliency. Mayor Buol reminded
everyone of tomorrow’s general election and
encouraged everyone to vote.
CLOSED SESSION
Motion by Jones to convene in closed ses-
sion at 7:51 p.m. to discuss pending litigation
and real estate transfer negotiations pursuant
to Chapter 21.5(1)(c), -(j) Code of Iowa. Se-
conded by Connors. 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 Crenna
Brumwell and Assistant City Attorney Maureen
Quann. Motion carried 7-0.
Upon motion the City Council reconvened
in open session at 8:10 p.m. stating that staff
had been given proper direction.
There being no further business, upon mo-
tion the City Council adjourned at 8:11 p.m.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, CMC, City Clerk
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
SPECIAL SESSION
OFFICIAL
The Dubuque City Council met in special
session at 6:00 p.m. on November 14, 2016 in
the Historic Federal Building, 350 W. 6th
Street.
Present: Mayor Buol; Council Members
Connors, Del Toro, Jones, Lynch, Resnick,
Rios; 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 such business that
may properly come before the City Council.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. SW Arterial / Military Road Reconstruc-
tion Project: Proof of publication on notice of
public hearing to consider approval of plans,
specifications, estimated cost and form of con-
tract for the SW Arterial - Military Road Recon-
struction Project subject to IDOT concurrence
and the City Manager recommending approv-
al. It is further recommended that the contract
be awarded to low bidder Hoffman Construc-
tion Company. Motion by Lynch to receive and
file the documents and adopt Resolution No.
387-16 Approval of plans, specifications, form
of contract, and estimated cost for the South-
west Arterial Military Road Reconstruction
Project Iowa DOT Project No. HDP-2100(664)-
-71-31; and Resolution No. 388-16 Awarding
public improvement contract for the Southwest
Arterial - Military Road Reconstruction Project
Iowa DOT Project No. HDP-2100(664)--71-31.
Seconded by Connors. Motion carried 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 387-16
APPROVAL OF PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS,
FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATED
COST FOR THE SOUTHWEST ARTERIAL /
MILITARY ROAD RECONSTRUCTION PRO-
JECT IOWA DOT PROJECT NO. HDP-
2100(664)--71-31
That the proposed plans, specifications,
form of contract and estimated cost for the
Southwest Arterial - Military Road Reconstruc-
tion - Grade, Bridge & Paving Project, Iowa
DOT Project No. HDP-2100(664)--71-31, in
the estimated amount $7,078,100.00, are
hereby approved.
Passed, adopted and approved this 14th
day of November, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Book 146 Special Session, November 14, 2016 440
RESOLUTION NO. 388-16
AWARDING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT CON-
TRACT FOR THE SOUTHWEST ARTERIAL -
MILITARY ROAD RECONSTRUCTION PRO-
JECT IOWA DOT PROJECT NO. HDP-
2100(664)--71-31
Whereas, said sealed proposals were
opened and read by the Iowa Department of
Transportation on the 18th day of October,
2016 and it has been determined that Hoffman
Construction Company, of Black River Falls,
WI, with a bid in the amount of $5,236,760.95
is the lowest responsive, responsible bidder for
the Project.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
That a Public Improvement Contract for the
Project is hereby awarded to Hoffman Con-
struction Company, subject to the concurrence
by Iowa Department of Transportation (Iowa
DOT), and the City Manager is hereby directed
to execute a Public Improvement Contract on
behalf of the City of Dubuque for the Project.
Passed, approved and adopted this 14th
day of November, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
WORK SESSION
1. Imagine Dubuque Comprehensive Plan
Quarterly Update: Associate Planner Dave
Johnson and Mike Hoffman, Project Manager
from the consulting firm of Teska Associates,
Inc. conducted a work session on the status,
progress, and next steps for the community
planning and engagement process for the Im-
agine Dubuque Comprehensive Plan. Topics
included:
• Sustainable Dubuque pillars and models
incorporated;
• Time Lines for 2016/2017 of community
workshops, events, meetings and Council up-
dates;
• Diversity outreach goal;
• Project marketing materials: Video promotion
idea boards, postcards, workshops, project
web site, quick polls, mobile app;
• Long Range Planning Advisory Commission
and City Leadership Team meetings;
• Interview groups (34);
• Group outreach: completed, scheduled, and
in-the-works;
• Economic prosperity workshop;
• What’s next? Schedule of focus group
meetings and workshops;
Responding to questions from the City
Council, presenters identified common areas
of interest among residents and additional
locations for community engagement opportu-
nities such as public spaces within large em-
ployer properties, the Roshek Building, Ken-
nedy Mall and the Community Y.
There being no further business, upon mo-
tion the City Council adjourned at 6:44 p.m.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, CMC, City Clerk
Book 146 Regular Session, November 21, 2016 441
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
REGULAR SESSION
OFFICIAL
The Dubuque City Council met in regular
session at 6:00 p.m. on Monday, November,
21, 2016 in the Historic Federal Building, 350
W. 6th Street.
Present: Mayor Buol; Council Members
Connors, Del Toro, Jones, Lynch, Resnick,
Rios (via telephone); City Manager Van Milli-
gen, 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
Small Business Saturday (November 26,
2016) was accepted by Molly Grover, Presi-
dent & CEO of the Dubuque Area Chamber of
Commerce.
CONSENT ITEMS
Motion by Lynch to receive and file the
documents, adopt the resolutions, and dispose
of as indicated. Seconded by Connors. County
Supervisor Jay Wickham requested (#9)
Dubuque Metropolitan Area Solid Waste
Agency Financing Plan be held for separate
discussion. Motion carried 7-0.
1. Minutes and Reports Submitted: City
Council Proceedings of 11/3, 11/7, 11/14; Ca-
ble TV Commission of 11/2; Library Board of
Trustees of 8/25, 9/12; Transit Advisory Board
of 10/6; Zoning Advisory Commission of 11/2;
Zoning Board of Adjustment of 10/27; Proof of
publication for City Council Proceedings of
10/27, 11/3; Proof of publication for Notice of
Delinquent Water, Sewer, Refuse & Storm-
water Collection Accounts of 10/28. Upon mo-
tion the documents were received and filed.
2. Notice of Claims and Suits: Jarrod Wer-
nimont for property damage; City of Dubuque
vs. Dull Mullen / Abigail Land Holdings 10 LLC.
Upon motion the documents were received,
filed and referred to the City Attorney.
3. Disposition of Claims: City Attorney ad-
vising that the following claims have been re-
ferred to Public Entity Risk Services of Iowa,
the agent for the Iowa Communities Assurance
Pool: Jarrod Wernimont for property damage.
Upon motion the documents were received,
filed and concurred.
4. Investment Policy Certificate of Excel-
lence Award: Communication from the Associ-
ation of Public Treasurers of the United States
and Canada presenting the City of Dubuque
with the Investment Policy Certificate of Excel-
lence Award. Upon motion the documents
were received and filed.
5. Quarterly Investment Report: City Man-
ager transmitting Quarterly Investment Report
for September 30, 2016. Upon motion the
documents were received and filed.
6. Iowa Urban Renewal Annual Report for
Fiscal Year 2016: City Manager recommend-
ing approval of the Fiscal Year 2016 Iowa Ur-
ban Renewal Report for the City of Dubuque.
Upon motion the documents were received
and filed and Resolution No. 389-16 Approving
the Fiscal Year 2016 Urban Renewal Report
for the City of Dubuque was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 389-16
APPROVING THE FISCAL YEAR 2016 UR-
BAN RENEWAL REPORT FOR THE CITY
OF DUBUQUE
Whereas, the Iowa Legislature approved
HF 2460 in the 2012 Legislative Session,
amending the current law pertaining to urban
renewal districts; and
Whereas, HF 2460, otherwise known as
the Urban Renewal Reporting Act of 2012,
aims to increase transparency in the utilization
of tax increment financing; and
Whereas, HF 2460 requires an annual ur-
ban renewal report be approved by the majori-
ty of a local governing body that had an active
urban renewal plan anytime during the most
recently ended fiscal year; and
Whereas, City staff have fulfilled the re-
quirements outlined in the Act through a web-
based reporting tool hosted by the Iowa De-
partment of Management.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the Fiscal Year 2016 Urban
Renewal Report for the City of Dubuque, be
approved.
Section 2. That the Budget Director of the
City of Dubuque, Iowa is hereby authorized
and directed to submit the Report, with a rec-
ord of this approval, to the Iowa Department of
Management.
Passed, approved and adopted this 21st
day of November, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Book 146 Regular Session, November 21, 2016 442
7. Fiscal Year 2016 State of Iowa Annual
Financial Report: City Manager recommending
approval of the City of Dubuque Fiscal Year
2016 State of Iowa Annual Financial Report.
Upon motion the documents were received,
filed and approved.
8. City of Dubuque 2017 State Legislative
Priorities: City Manager transmitting the City of
Dubuque recommended 2017 State Legisla-
tive Priorities to be presented to area legisla-
tors at the annual Legislative Dinner on No-
vember 29, 2016, at 5:30 p.m. at the Grand
River Center. Upon motion the documents
were received, filed and approved.
9. Dubuque Metropolitan Area Solid Waste
Agency (DMASWA) Financing Plan: City Man-
ager recommending City Council authorization
for the Dubuque Metropolitan Area Solid
Waste Agency to borrow money and endorse
the financing plan for its Cell #9 Phase III Con-
struction Project. Motion by Jones to receive
and file the documents and adopt Resolution
No. 390-16 Consenting to Financing Plan for
Dubuque Metropolitan Area Waste Authority.
Seconded by Resnick. Dubuque County Su-
pervisor Jay Wickham addressed the City
Council requesting that other financing options
be explored that involve the City or the Agen-
cy. City Manager Van Milligen described the
Board of Supervisors’ past approvals of the
agreement. Motion carried 6-1 with Del Toro
voting nay.
RESOLUTION NO. 390-16
CONSENTING TO FINANCING PLAN FOR
DUBUQUE METROPOLITAN AREA WASTE
AUTHORITY
Whereas, the Board of Supervisors of
Dubuque County, Iowa (the “County”) and the
City Council (the “Council”) of the City of
Dubuque, Iowa (the “City”) have authorized
and executed a certain Intergovernmental
Agreement Creating the Dubuque Metropolitan
Area Solid Waste Agency (the “28E Agree-
ment”) pursuant to Chapter 28E of the Code of
Iowa; and
Whereas, the terms of the 28E Agreement
provide for the creation of the Dubuque Metro-
politan Area Solid Waste Agency (the “Agen-
cy”) for the purposes of providing for the eco-
nomic transport, processing, and disposal of
all solid waste produced within the metropoli-
tan area of the Agency; and
Whereas, the Agency has authority pursu-
ant to the 28E Agreement and Chapter 28F of
the Code of Iowa to issue revenue bonds and
interim financing notes to pay the costs of pro-
jects undertaken by the Agency; and
Whereas, the Agency has proposed to un-
dertake the construction of landfill facilities
improvements, including the Cell 9 Phase III
Project, improvements to the landfill mainte-
nance facility and other capital improvement
needs for the landfill (the “Projects”); and
Whereas, D.A. Davidson, the Agency’s Fi-
nancial Advisor (the “Financial Advisor”), has
prepared a financing plan (the “Financing
Plan”) for the funding of the Project; and
Whereas, the Financing Plan includes: (1)
the issuance by the County of General Obliga-
tion Landfill Facility Bonds (the “General Obli-
gation Bonds”) in a principal amount not to
exceed $5,300,000; and (2) the execution of a
revenue disbursement agreement (the “Reve-
nue Agreement”) between the Agency and the
County covering revenue payments by the
Agency to the County in an amount equal to
the principal and interest to be paid on the
General Obligation Bonds, plus reasonable
administrative fees to compensate the County
for its issuance and maintenance of those
Bonds; and
Whereas, it is now necessary for the
Council to take action to approve the Financ-
ing Plan, the issuance of the General Obliga-
tion Bonds and the execution of the Revenue
Agreement;
NOW, THEREFORE, it is hereby resolved
by the City Council of the City of Dubuque,
Iowa, as follows:
Section 1. The City hereby approves the
undertaking of the Project and the Financing
Plan as prepared and presented by the Finan-
cial Advisor.
Section 2. The County’s issuance of the
General Obligation Bonds, as described in the
Financing Plan and the preamble hereof, is
hereby acknowledged and approved.
Section 3. The execution by the Agency of
the Revenue Agreement, as described in the
Financing Plan and the preamble hereof, is
hereby approved pursuant to Chapter 28F of
the Code of Iowa. The Agency’s fulfillment of
its payment obligations to the County under
the Revenue Agreement is here by approved.
Section 4. All resolutions or parts thereof in
conflict herewith be and the same are hereby
repealed to the extent of such conflict.
Passed and approved November 21, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
10. US EPA Consent Decree Certification
Remedial Measures: City Manager recom-
mending approval for the City Manager to cer-
tify and submit the City of Dubuque Certifica-
tion of Work Completed Through 2016 to the
US Department of Justice, US EPA and the
Iowa Department of Natural Resources. Upon
motion the documents were received, filed and
approved.
Book 146 Regular Session, November 21, 2016 443
11. Total Administrative Services Corpora-
tion (TASC) Renewal Fee Approval: City Man-
ager recommending approval of the renewal
rates received from the City’s flexible spending
plan administrator, Total Administrative Ser-
vices Corporation, effective January 1, 2017,
through December 31, 2017. Upon motion the
documents were received, filed and approved.
12. Gallagher Benefit Services Renewal:
City Manager recommending approval of an
amendment to the Administrative Services
Agreement with Gallagher Benefit Services,
Inc. for benefit and consulting and actuarial
services effective July 1, 2016 through De-
cember 31, 2016, and authorize the City Man-
ager to sign the amendment. Upon motion the
documents were received, filed and approved.
13. City Hall Electrical Service Project Ac-
ceptance: City Manager recommending ac-
ceptance of the public improvement construc-
tion contract for the Dubuque City Hall Electri-
cal Service Project, as completed by Hawkeye
Electrical. Upon motion the documents were
received and filed and Resolution No. 391-16
Accepting the Dubuque City Hall - Electrical
Services Project and authorizing the payment
to the contractor was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 391-16
ACCEPTING THE DUBUQUE CITY HALL -
ELECTRICAL SERVICE PROJECT AND AU-
THORIZING THE PAYMENT TO THE CON-
TRACTOR
Whereas, the public improvement contract
for the Dubuque City Hall - Electrical Service
Project (the Project) has been completed by
the Contractor, Hawkeye Electrical (Contrac-
tor), the City Engineer has examined the work
and recommends that the Project be accepted;
and
Whereas, the final contract amount for the
Project is $27,378.00; and
Whereas, the Contractor has previously
been paid $25,100.00, leaving a balance of
$2,278.00; and
Whereas, the City Council finds that the
recommendation of the City Engineer should
be accepted.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The recommendation of the City
Engineer is approved and the Project is hereby
accepted.
Section 2. The Finance Director is hereby
directed to pay to the Contractor the balance
of the retainage of $2,278.00 as provided in
Iowa Code chapter 573, and to pay such re-
tainage in accordance with the provisions of
Iowa Code chapter 573 or Iowa Code chapter
26.13.
Passed, approved and adopted this 21st
day of November, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
CITY ENGINEER'S CERTIFICATE OF FINAL
COMPLETION OF THE CITY HALL ELEC-
TRICAL SERVICE PROJECT
The undersigned City Engineer of the City
of Dubuque, Iowa, hereby certifies that he has
inspected the City Hall Electrical Service Pro-
ject, and the said Project has been performed
in compliance with the terms of the Public Im-
provement Contract, and that the total cost of
the completed work is $32,128.00.
Dated this 15th day of November, 2016.
/s/Gus Psihoyos, City Engineer
Filed in the office of the City Clerk on the 15th
day of November, 2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
14. 2016 Bridge Repair and Maintenance
Project Acceptance: City Manager recom-
mending acceptance of the public improve-
ment construction contract for the 2016 Bridge
Repairs and Maintenance Project, as complet-
ed by Tschiggfrie Excavating, Co. Upon mo-
tion the documents were received and filed
and Resolution No. 392-16 Accepting the 2016
Bridge and Maintenance Project and authoriz-
ing the payment to the contractor was adopt-
ed.
RESOLUTION NO. 392-16
ACCEPTING THE 2016 BRIDGE REPAIRS
AND MAINTENANCE PROJECT AND AU-
THORIZING THE PAYMENT TO THE CON-
TRACTOR
Whereas, the public improvement contract
for the 2016 Bridge Repairs and Maintenance
(the Project) has been completed by the Con-
tractor, Tschiggfrie Excavating, Co. (Contrac-
tor), the City Engineer has examined the work
and recommends that the Project be accepted;
and
Whereas, the final contract amount for the
Project is $309,118.40; and
Whereas, the Contractor has previously
been paid $293,662.48, leaving a balance of
$15,455.92; and
Whereas, the City Council finds that the
recommendation of the City Engineer should
be accepted.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The recommendation of the City
Engineer is approved and the Project is hereby
accepted.
Book 146 Regular Session, November 21, 2016 444
Section 2. The Finance Director is hereby
directed to pay to the Contractor the balance
of the retainage of $15,455.92 as provided in
Iowa Code chapter 573, and to pay such re-
tainage in accordance with the provisions of
Iowa Code chapter 573 or Iowa Code chapter
26.13.
Passed, approved and adopted this 21st
day of November, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
CITY ENGINEER’S CERTIFICATE OF FINAL
COMPLETION OF THE 2016 BRIDGE RE-
PAIRS AND MAINTENANCE PROJECT
The undersigned City Engineer of the City
of Dubuque, Iowa, hereby certifies that he has
inspected the 2016 Bridge Repairs and
Maintenance Project, and that said Project has
been performed in compliance with the terms
of the Public Improvement Contract, and that
the total cost of the completed work is
$357,720.60.
Dated this 15th day of November, 2016.
/s/Gus Psihoyos, City Engineer
Filed in the office of the City Clerk on the 15th
day of November, 2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
15. Workers Compensation Claims Admin-
istrative Services Agreement: City Manager
recommending approval of the Agreement
between the City of Dubuque and Alternative
Services Concepts for services related to the
administration of the City’s Worker’s Compen-
sation Program, and authorization for the City
Manager to execute the Agreement. Upon
motion the documents were received, filed and
approved.
16. Iowa DOT Cooperative Agreement for
Improvement to US Highway 20 / Menards
Frontage Road: City Manager recommending
approval of a resolution authorizing the Mayor
to execute the Iowa Department of Transporta-
tion Cooperative Preconstruction Funding
Agreement for the Southwest Arterial –
Menards Frontage Road and Improvements to
U.S. Highway 20. Upon motion the documents
were received and filed and Resolution No.
393-16 Approving the Cooperative Precon-
struction Funding Agreement (Agreement No.
2016-16-207) between the City of Dubuque
and Iowa Department of Transportation for the
Southwest Arterial - Menards Frontage Road
and Improvement to US Highway 20 was
adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 393-16
APPROVING THE COOPERATIVE PRE-
CONSTRUCTION FUNDING AGREEMENT
(AGREEMENT NO. 2016-16-207) BETWEEN
THE CITY OF DUBUQUE AND IOWA DE-
PARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR
THE SOUTHWEST ARTERIAL - MENARDS
FRONTAGE ROAD AND IMPROVEMENTS
TO US HIGHWAY 20
Whereas, the Dubuque City Council, the
Dubuque County Board of Supervisors, the
Dubuque Metropolitan Area Transportation
Study (DMATS), the Dubuque Area Chamber
of Commerce and the Greater Dubuque De-
velopment Corporation have all identified the
completion of the Southwest Arterial Project as
the No. 1 surface transportation priority in the
Dubuque area; and
Whereas, the City of Dubuque (City) and
Iowa Department of Transportation (Iowa
DOT) desire to maintain and increase trans-
portation infrastructure while improving safety
for the motorist within the City of Dubuque and
Dubuque County and acknowledge the mutual
benefit to partner on the Southwest Arterial
Project; and
Whereas, the City and the Iowa DOT exe-
cuted a Memorandum of Understanding
(MOU) and a Transfer of Roadway Jurisdiction
(TOJ) for the completion of the Southwest Ar-
terial project; and
Whereas, the Iowa DOT and City, in joint
cooperation propose to Transfer the Jurisdic-
tion of the Southwest Arterial from the City to
the Iowa DOT in exchange for the Transfer of
Jurisdiction of the Northwest Arterial (Iowa 32),
and portions of existing U.S. 52/Iowa 3 from
the Iowa 32/John Deere Road intersection to
the intersection of U.S. 61 in downtown Dubu-
que, from the State to the City, after the
Southwest Arterial is completed and open to
traffic; and
Whereas, with the future construction of
the Southwest Arterial - US20 interchange and
the spacing requirements for priority access
control standards, this will require the removal
of the existing at-grade intersection into the
Menards property; and
Whereas, a new public access frontage
road will be constructed to serve the Westside
Court and Menards properties. The Menards
Frontage Road project will also reconstruct the
existing US20 - Old Highway Road intersec-
tion, widen a section of US20 to 6-lanes and
adding dual left and dual right turn lanes; and
Whereas, the City was responsible for the
design and property acquisition for the
Menards Frontage Road project. The Iowa
DOT is responsible for the costs associated
with the construction and completion of the
Menards Frontage Road project; and
Whereas, following the Transfer of Juris-
diction after the Southwest Arterial is complet-
ed and open to traffic, the Menards Frontage
Road will become a local public City street;
and
Whereas, in accordance with the provi-
sions of Iowa Administrative Code, the City is
Book 146 Regular Session, November 21, 2016 445
responsible for all costs associated with the
relocation, modification or adjustment of the
City’s public utilities that are impacted by the
project; and
Whereas, per the terms and conditions of
the Cooperative Preconstruction Agreement,
the City will be responsible for the following
utility related costs:
• 100% of the cost for sanitary sewer re-
location, modification, or adjustments.
• 30% of the cost for storm sewer reloca-
tion, modification, adjustments.
• 100% of the cost for water main reloca-
tion, modification, or adjustments.
• 100% of the cost for salvaging traffic
control equipment.
• 10% of the cost for mobilization.
• 10% of the cost for traffic control.
• 10% of the cost for construction survey;
and
Whereas, the estimate of probable cost for
the City’s cost share associated with the relo-
cation, modification or adjustment of public
utilities that are impacted by the project is
summarized as follows:
Estimate, Bid Award
Sanitary Sewer Relocation, Modification,
Adjustment, $58,248, $57,959
Storm Sewer Relocation, Modification, Ad-
justment, $448,614, $538,694
Watermain Relocation, Modification, Adjust-
ment, $566,817, $509,539
Traffic Signal Modifications, $5,884, $10,116
Total Project Cost - City Share,
$1,079,563, $1,116,308; and
Whereas, the anticipated funding for
the project summary is as follows:
CIP No., Fund Description, Estimate, Bid
Award
DMATS STP Funds, $858,943, $884,953
710 2669, SW Arterial - Menards Frontage Rd
Utility Relocations (Sanitary Const. Fund),
$11,650, $11,592
720 2669, SW Arterial - Menards Frontage Rd
Utility Relocations (Stormwater Const. Fund),
$89,723, $107,739
740 2594, SW Arterial - Water Main Exten-
sion (Water Const. Fund), $113,363,
$101,908
300 1011, Traffic Signalization Program,
$5,884, $10,116
Total Project Funding - City Share, $
1,079,563, $ 1,116,308.
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS AGREED BY
AND BETWEEN THE PARTIES AS FOL-
LOWS:
Section 1. City of Dubuque and the Iowa
Department of Transportation hereby agree to
partner on the Southwest Arterial Project.
Section 2. Whereas, the Iowa DOT and
City, in joint cooperation propose to construct
the Southwest Arterial - Menards Frontage
Road project, Iowa DOT Project No. NHSX-
032-1 (37)--3H-31.
Section 3. Whereas, in accordance with
the provisions of Iowa Administrative Code,
the City is responsible for all costs associated
with the relocation, modification or adjustment
of the City’s public utilities that are impacted by
the project.
Section 4. Whereas, the City hereby
agrees to reimburse the Iowa DOT for all costs
associated with the relocation, modification or
adjustment of the City’s public utilities that are
impacted by the project.
Section 5. The Mayor is hereby authorized
to execute the Cooperative Preconstruction
Funding Agreement (Agreement No. 2016-16-
207), between the City of Dubuque and the
Iowa Department of Transportation for the
Southwest Arterial - Menards Frontage Road
and Improvements to US Highway 20.
Passed, approved and adopted this 21st
day of November, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
17. Iowa DOT Preconstruction Agreement
for SW Arterial / US Highway 20 Interchange
Grading Project: City Manager recommending
approval of a resolution authorizing the Mayor
to execute the Iowa Department of Transporta-
tion Preconstruction Funding Agreement for
the Southwest Arterial – US Highway 20 Inter-
change Grading Project. Upon motion the
documents were received and filed and Reso-
lution No. 394-16 Approving the Preconstruc-
tion Funding Agreement (Agreement No.
2017-4-002) between the City of Dubuque and
Iowa Department of Transportation for the
Southwest Arterial - US Highway 20 Inter-
change Grading Project was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 394-16
APPROVING THE PRECONSTRUCTION
FUNDING AGREEMENT (AGREEMENT NO.
2017-4-002) BETWEEN THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE AND IOWA DEPARTMENT OF
TRANSPORTATION FOR THE SOUTHWEST
ARTERIAL - US HIGHWAY 20 INTER-
CHANGE GRADING PROJECT
Whereas, the Dubuque City Council, the
Dubuque County Board of Supervisors, the
Dubuque Metropolitan Area Transportation
Study (DMATS), the Dubuque Area Chamber
of Commerce and the Greater Dubuque De-
velopment Corporation have all identified the
completion of the Southwest Arterial Project as
the No. 1 surface transportation priority in the
Dubuque area; and
Whereas, the City of Dubuque (City) and
Iowa Department of Transportation (Iowa
DOT) desire to maintain and increase trans-
portation infrastructure while improving safety
Book 146 Regular Session, November 21, 2016 446
for the motorist within the City of Dubuque and
Dubuque County and acknowledge the mutual
benefit to partner on the Southwest Arterial
Project; and
Whereas, the City and the Iowa DOT exe-
cuted a Memorandum of Understanding
(MOU) and a Transfer of Roadway Jurisdiction
(TOJ) for the completion of the Southwest Ar-
terial project; and
Whereas, the Iowa DOT and City, in joint
cooperation propose to Transfer the Jurisdic-
tion of the Southwest Arterial from the City to
the Iowa DOT in exchange for the Transfer of
Jurisdiction of the Northwest Arterial (Iowa 32),
and portions of existing U.S. 52/Iowa 3 from
the Iowa 32/John Deere Road intersection to
the intersection of U.S. 61 in downtown Dubu-
que, from the State to the City, after the
Southwest Arterial is completed and open to
traffic; and
Whereas, as part of the Southwest Arterial
project, there will be a new interchange con-
structed near the existing US 20 - Seippel
Road intersection which will connect directly to
Seippel Road and provide an overpass bridge
over the top of US Highway 20; and
Whereas, the Southwest Arterial – US 20
Interchange Grading project will provide for the
complete grading of the interchange between
Seippel Road and English Mill Road, including
entry and exit ramps, and grading for a public
access frontage road connection Stone Valley
Drive; and
Whereas, the City was responsible for the
design and property acquisition for the South-
west Arterial - US Highway 20 Interchange
Grading project. The Iowa DOT is responsible
for the costs associated with the construction
and completion of the Southwest Arterial - US
Highway 20 Interchange Grading project; and
Whereas, following the Transfer of Juris-
diction after the Southwest Arterial is complet-
ed and open to traffic, the public access front-
age road to Stone Valley Drive will become a
local public City street; and
Whereas, in accordance with the provi-
sions of Iowa Administrative Code, the City is
responsible for all costs associated with the
relocation, modification or adjustment of the
City’s public utilities that are impacted by the
project; and
Whereas, per the terms and conditions of
the Cooperative Preconstruction Agreement,
the City will be responsible for the following
utility related costs:
• 100% of the cost for sanitary sewer re-
location, modification, or adjustments.
• 100% of the cost for storm sewer relo-
cation, modification, adjustments.
• 100% of the cost for water main reloca-
tion, modification, or adjustments.
• Share of the cost for traffic operations
conduit, vaults, fiber optics.
• 100% of the cost for salvaging traffic
control equipment.
• 19% of the cost for mobilization.
• 19% of the cost for project manage-
ment.
• 19% of the cost for traffic control.
• 19% of the cost for construction survey;
and
Whereas, the estimate of probable cost for
the City’s cost share associated with the relo-
cation, modification or adjustment of public
utilities that are impacted by the project is
summarized as follows:
Estimate, Bid Award
Sanitary Sewer Relocation, Modification, Ad-
justment, $528,249, $239,148
Storm Sewer Relocation, Modification, Ad-
justment, $11,047, $11,864
Watermain Relocation, Modification, Adjust-
ment, $1,722,196, $867,081
Traffic Signal Modifications, $175,691,
$94,416
Total Project Cost - City Share, $2,437,183,
$1,212,509
Whereas, the anticipated funding for the
project summary is as follows:
CIP No., Fund Description, Estimate, Bid
Award
DMATS STP Funds, $ 1,949,746, $970,007
710 2670, SW Arterial - US20 Interchange
Grading Utility Relocation (Sanitary Const.
Fund), $105,650, $47,830
720 2670, SW Arterial - US20 Interchange
Grading Utility Relocation (Stormwater Const.
Fund), $2,209, $2,373
740 2594, SW Arterial - Water Main Extension
(Water Const. Fund), $344,439, $173,416
300 1011, Traffic Signalization Program,
$35,138, $18,883
Total Project Funding - City Share,
$2,437,183, $1,212,509.
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS AGREED BY
AND BETWEEN THE PARTIES AS FOL-
LOWS:
Section 1. City of Dubuque and the Iowa
Department of Transportation hereby agree to
partner on the Southwest Arterial Project.
Section 2. Whereas, the Iowa DOT and
City, in joint cooperation propose to construct
the Southwest Arterial - US Highway 20 Inter-
change Grading project, Iowa DOT Project No.
NHSX-032-1 (38)--3H-31.
Section 3. Whereas, in accordance with
the provisions of Iowa Administrative Code,
the City is responsible for all costs associated
with the relocation, modification or adjustment
of the City’s public utilities that are impacted by
the project.
Section 4. Whereas, the City hereby
agrees to reimburse the Iowa DOT for all costs
Book 146 Regular Session, November 21, 2016 447
associated with the relocation, modification or
adjustment of the City’s public utilities that are
impacted by the project.
Section 5. The Mayor is hereby authorized
to execute the Preconstruction Funding
Agreement (Agreement No. 2017-4-002), be-
tween the City of Dubuque and the Iowa De-
partment of Transportation for the Southwest
Arterial - US Highway 20 Interchange Grading
project.
Passed, approved and adopted this 21st
day of November, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
18. Iowa DOT Preconstruction Funding
Agreement - Southwest Arterial - West Grad-
ing Project: City Manager recommending ap-
proval of a resolution authorizing the Mayor to
execute the Iowa Department of Transporta-
tion Preconstruction Funding Agreement for
the Southwest Arterial – West Grading Project.
Upon motion the documents were received
and filed and Resolution No. 395-16 Approving
the Preconstruction Funding Agreement
(Agreement No. 2017-4-001) between the City
of Dubuque and Iowa Department of Transpor-
tation for the Southwest Arterial - West Grad-
ing Project was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 395-16
APPROVING THE PRECONSTRUCTION
FUNDING AGREEMENT (AGREEMENT NO.
2017-4-001) BETWEEN THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE AND IOWA DEPARTMENT OF
TRANSPORTATION FOR THE SOUTHWEST
ARTERIAL - WEST GRADING PROJECT
Whereas, the Dubuque City Council, the
Dubuque County Board of Supervisors, the
Dubuque Metropolitan Area Transportation
Study (DMATS), the Dubuque Area Chamber
of Commerce and the Greater Dubuque De-
velopment Corporation have all identified the
completion of the Southwest Arterial Project as
the No. 1 surface transportation priority in the
Dubuque area; and
Whereas, the City of Dubuque (City) and
Iowa Department of Transportation (Iowa
DOT) desire to maintain and increase trans-
portation infrastructure while improving safety
for the motorist within the City of Dubuque and
Dubuque County and acknowledge the mutual
benefit to partner on the Southwest Arterial
Project; and
Whereas, the City and the Iowa DOT exe-
cuted a Memorandum of Understanding
(MOU) and a Transfer of Roadway Jurisdiction
(TOJ) for the completion of the Southwest Ar-
terial project; and
Whereas, the Iowa DOT and City, in joint
cooperation propose to Transfer the Jurisdic-
tion of the Southwest Arterial from the City to
the Iowa DOT in exchange for the Transfer of
Jurisdiction of the Northwest Arterial (Iowa 32),
and portions of existing U.S. 52/Iowa 3 from
the Iowa 32/John Deere Road intersection to
the intersection of U.S. 61 in downtown Dubu-
que, from the State to the City, after the
Southwest Arterial is completed and open to
traffic; and
Whereas, As outlined in the MOU and
TOJ, the Iowa DOT is responsible for costs
associated with the construction and comple-
tion of 4-lane roadway grading from US High-
way 20 to US Highway 61-151; and
Whereas, the 4-lane grading will be con-
structed in two (2) segments, the West Grad-
ing project and the East Grading project. The
West Grading project will provide for the 4-lane
grading of a 2.72 mile roadway segment from
English Mill Road to Catfish Creek; and; and
Whereas, the West Grading project will al-
so provide for grading of ramps A and D for a
future middle interchange between English Mill
Road and North Cascade Road; grading of a
temporary connector road between the South-
west Arterial and North Cascade Road; grad-
ing of a shared use path; grading and granular
surfacing of a public frontage road (Access
Road A) on the south side of proposed South-
west Arterial extending from North Cascade
Road easterly approximately 3,450 feet; and
Whereas, the City was responsible for the
design and property acquisition for the West
Grading project. The Iowa DOT is responsible
for the costs associated with the construction
and completion of the West Grading project;
and
Whereas, following the Transfer of Juris-
diction after the Southwest Arterial is complet-
ed and open to traffic, the Menards Frontage
Road will become a local public City street;
and
Whereas, in accordance with the provi-
sions of Iowa Administrative Code, the City
and County will be responsible for all costs
associated with the construction of new access
control fencing (approx. 3,300 LF) along the
southerly side of the frontage road (Access
Road A); and
Whereas, following the Transfer of Juris-
diction after the Southwest Arterial is complet-
ed and open to traffic, the new public frontage
road (Access Road A) will become a Dubuque
County road and the County will be responsi-
ble for the future maintenance of the fence;
and
Whereas, the estimate of probable cost for
the City and County’s cost share for the con-
struction of new access control fencing (ap-
prox. 3,300 LF) along the southerly side of the
frontage road (Access Road A) is summarized
as follows:
Book 146 Regular Session, November 21, 2016 448
Bid Award
Access Control Fencing, $ 21,390.52
Total Project Cost - City / County Share, $
21,390.52; and
Whereas, the anticipated funding for the
project summary is as follows:
CIP No., Fund Description, Bid Award
300 1287, City - Southwest Arterial CIP, $
10,695.26
Dubuque County, 10,695.26
Total Project Funding - City / County, $
21,390.52.
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS AGREED BY
AND BETWEEN THE PARTIES AS FOL-
LOWS:
Section 1. City of Dubuque and the Iowa
Department of Transportation hereby agree to
partner on the Southwest Arterial Project.
Section 2. Whereas, the Iowa DOT and
City, in joint cooperation propose to construct
the Southwest Arterial - West Grading Project,
Iowa DOT project no. NHSX-032-1 (25)--3H-
31.
Section 3. Whereas, in accordance with
the provisions of Iowa Administrative Code,
the City and Dubuque County are jointly re-
sponsible for the cost for the construction of
new access control fencing along the southerly
side of the frontage road (Access Road A).
Section 4. Whereas, the City and Dubuque
county hereby agrees to reimburse the Iowa
DOT for all costs associated with the construc-
tion of new access control fencing along the
southerly side of the frontage road (Access
Road A).
Section 5. The mayor is hereby authorized
to execute the Cooperative Preconstruction
Funding Agreement (Agreement No. 2017-4-
001), between the City of Dubuque and the
Iowa Department Of Transportation for the
Southwest Arterial – West Grading Project.
Passed, approved and adopted this 21st
day of November, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
19. Zoning Advisory Commission: Com-
munication from Zoning Advisory Commission
requesting City Council approval to appoint
Commissioner Tom Henschel and Commis-
sioner Michael Belmont as representative to
the Airport Zoning Commission. Upon motion
the documents were received, filed and ap-
proved.
20. Pre-Annexation Agreement – Bradley:
City Manager recommending approval of a
Pre-Annexation Agreement with Brian D. Brad-
ley and Jeffrey S. Bradley in conjunction with
approving the Final Plat for Bradley Acres.
Upon motion the documents were received
and filed and Resolution No. 396-16 Approving
the Pre-Annexation Agreement between the
City of Dubuque, Iowa and Brian D. Bradley
and Jeffrey S. Bradley was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 396-16
APPROVING A PRE-ANNEXATION
AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA AND BRIAN D. BRADLEY
AND JEFFREY S. BRADLEY
Whereas, Brian D. Bradley and Jeffrey S.
Bradley , the owners of the following described
property in Dubuque County, Iowa (the Proper-
ty) have submitted to the City Council of the
city of Dubuque an application for voluntary
annexation of the Property to the City of
Dubuque:
PIN: 1536101002, Legal: Lot 1-1 W ½ NW
¼ Section 36, T88N, R2E; and
Whereas, Brian D. Bradley and Jeffrey S.
Bradley have entered into a Pre-annexation
Agreement with the City of Dubuque a copy of
which is attached hereto governing the future
annexation of the Property; and
Whereas, the Property is not subject to an
existing annexation moratorium; and
Whereas, the Property does not include
any state or railroad property; and
Whereas, Iowa Code Section 368.7 author-
izes the voluntary annexation of property in
Dubuque County, Iowa and the extension of
city limits by voluntary annexation; and
Whereas, the annexation of the Property is
consistent with the Comprehensive Plan of the
City of Dubuque, necessary for the future or-
derly growth and development of the City of
Dubuque, and will promote efficient and cost
effective extension of municipal services; and
Whereas, the City Council finds that the
annexation of the Property is in the public in-
terest.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The Pre-annexation Agreement
by and between Brian D. Bradley and Jeffrey
S. Bradley and the City of Dubuque is hereby
approved.
Passed, approved and adopted this 21st
day of November, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
21. Public Works Department - Retitling
Three Truck Driver Positions to Utility Worker:
City Manager recommending a City Council
motion creating three Utility Worker positions
and eliminating three Truck Driver positions
associated with the retitling of the Truck Driver
position to Utility Worker approved July 18,
2016. Upon motion the documents were re-
ceived, filed and approved.
Book 146 Regular Session, November 21, 2016 449
22. Alcohol License Applications: City
Manager recommending approval of annual
beer, liquor and wine licenses as submitted.
Upon motion the documents were received
and filed and Resolution No. 397-16 Approving
applications for beer, liquor, and/or wine per-
mits, as required by City of Dubuque Code of
Ordinances Title 4 Business and License Reg-
ulations, Chapter 2 Liquor Control, Article B
Liquor, Beer and Wine Licenses and Permits
was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 397-16
APPROVING APPLICATIONS FOR BEER,
LIQUOR, AND/OR WINE PERMITS, AS RE-
QUIRED BY CITY OF DUBUQUE CODE OF
ORDINANCES TITLE 4 BUSINESS AND LI-
CENSE REGULATIONS, CHAPTER 2 LIQ-
UOR CONTROL, ARTICLE B LIQUOR,
BEER AND WINE LICENSES AND PERMITS
Whereas, applications for Beer, Liquor,
and or Wine Permits have been submitted and
filed with the City Council for approval and the
same have been examined and approved; and
Whereas, the premises to be occupied by
such applicants were inspected and found to
comply with the Ordinances of the City and the
applicants have filed the proper fees and
bonds and otherwise complied with the re-
quirements of the Code of Ordinances.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The City Clerk is hereby author-
ized and directed to cause to be issued the
noted permit types to the following applicants
pending submission of the locally required
documentation:
Renewals
Aragon Tap, 1103 Iowa St., Class C Liquor
(Sunday)
Bridge Restaurant The, 31 Locust St., Class C
Liquor (Sunday)
Double Shot, 2093 Washington St., Class C
Liquor (Sunday)
Grand Harbor Resort & Water Park, 350 Bell
St., Class B Liquor (Catering) (Outdoor)
(Sunday)
Happy's Place, 2323 Rockdale Rd., Class C
Liquor (Outdoor) (Sunday)
Hotel Julien Dubuque, 200 Main St., Class B
Liquor (Catering) (Outdoor) (Sunday)
Inspire Café, 955 Washington St., Class C
Liquor (Outdoor) (Sunday)
Pepper Sprout, 378 Main St., Class C Liquor
Skinny Maginny's, 123 S. Main St., Class C
Liquor (Catering) (Outdoor) (Sunday)
Special Event
Stone Cliff Winery, 11-26-16, 600 Star Brew-
ery Dr. to include Alliant Amphitheater,
Adding Outdoor Service
Passed, approved and adopted this 21st
day of November, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
ITEMS SET FOR PUBLIC HEARING
1. Reallocate General Obligation Bond Se-
ries 2012H: City Manager recommending set-
ting a public hearing for December 5, 2016, on
a proposal to reallocate not to exceed
$820,500 of the unspent proceeds of the Gen-
eral Obligation Bond Series 2012H from the
renovation of the second floor of the Multicul-
tural Family Center to fund the construction of
the Jule Operations and Training Center. Upon
motion the documents were received and filed
and Resolution No. 398-16 Fixing date for a
meeting on the proposal to reallocate certain
unspent proceeds of the General Obligation
Bonds, Series 2012H, of the City of Dubuque,
Iowa, and providing for publication of notice
thereof was adopted setting a public hearing
for a meeting to commence at 6:00 p.m. on
December 5, 2016 in the Historic Federal
Building.
RESOLUTION NO. 398-16
FIXING DATE FOR A MEETING ON THE
PROPOSAL TO REALLOCATE CERTAIN
UNSPENT PROCEEDS OF THE GENERAL
OBLIGATION BONDS, SERIES 2012H, OF
THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA, AND
PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION OF NO-
TICE THEREOF
Whereas, pursuant to hearings duly held
under Iowa Code Section 384.25 and a resolu-
tion approved on November 19, 2012, the City
Council of the City of Dubuque, Iowa has pre-
viously issued its General Obligation Bonds,
Series 2012H, in the aggregate principal
amount of $2,385,000 (the "Series 2012H
Bonds"), for the purpose, among other things,
of paying the costs of aiding in the planning,
undertaking and carrying out of urban renewal
project activities for Greater the Downtown
Urban Renewal District and the Technology
Park South District, including those costs as-
sociated with construction of a rail platform for
the Intermodal Transportation Center; Multicul-
tural Family Center repairs and improvements
including renovation of the second floor; con-
struction of an Americans with Disabilities Act
(ADA) compliant restroom; utilities extensions;
and construction of a trail in Technology Park
South; and
Whereas, certain proceeds of the Series
2012H Bonds remain unspent, and the City
Manager has recommended that not to exceed
$820,500 of such unspent proceeds (the "Un-
spent Proceeds") be applied for the purpose of
funding construction of the Jule Operations
Book 146 Regular Session, November 21, 2016 450
and Training Center (from the Series 2012
Bonds) (the "Project"); and
Whereas, there being no procedure speci-
fied under Iowa law for consideration or ap-
proval of such a reallocation, it is hereby de-
termined, pursuant to Section 364.6 of the
Code of Iowa, that the procedure set forth in
Section 384.25 of the Code of Iowa should
apply to such proposal, and that a hearing be
held upon the proposal to reallocate the Un-
spent Proceeds to provide funds for the Pro-
ject.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That this Council meet in the
Historic Federal Building, 350 West 6th Street,
Dubuque, Iowa, at 6:00 o'clock P.M., on the 5th
day of December, 2016, for the purpose of
taking action on the matter of the proposed
reallocation of the Unspent Proceeds of the
Series 2012H Bonds to provide funds to defray
all or a portion of the costs of the Project.
Section 2. That the City Clerk is hereby di-
rected to cause one publication to be made of
notice of said meeting, in a legal newspaper,
printed wholly in the English language, pub-
lished at least once weekly, and having gen-
eral circulation in said City, said publication to
be not less than four clear days nor more than
twenty days before the date of said public
meeting.
Section 3. The notice of the proposed ac-
tion shall be in substantially the following form:
NOTICE OF MEETING OF THE CITY COUN-
CIL OF THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA, ON
THE MATTER OF THE PROPOSED REAL-
LOCATION OF CERTAIN UNSPENT PRO-
CEEDS OF THE GENERAL OBLIGATION
BONDS, SERIES 2012H, OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA, AND THE PUBLIC HEAR-
ING THEREON
PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that the
Council of the City of Dubuque, Iowa, will hold
a public hearing on the 5th day of December,
2016, at 6:00 o'clock P.M., in the Historic Fed-
eral Building, 350 West 6th Street, Dubuque,
Iowa, at which meeting the Council proposes
to take additional action for the reallocation of
certain unspent proceeds of the General Obli-
gation Bonds, Series 2012H, of the City of
Dubuque, Iowa (together, the "Bonds"), in the
aggregate amount of not to exceed $820,500,
in order to provide funds for the purpose of
funding construction of the Jule Operations
and Training Center (Series 2012H Bonds).
Any person interested may appear at the pub-
lic hearing, either orally or in writing, and be
heard as to the reallocation of said proceeds of
the Bonds for the above purposes.
This Notice is given by order of the Council
of Dubuque, Iowa, as provided by Sections
364.6 and 384.25 of the Code of Iowa, as
amended.
Dated this 25th day of November, 2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Passed and approved this 21st day of No-
vember, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
BOARDS/COMMISSIONS
Applicants were invited to address the City
Council regarding their desire to serve on the
following Boards/Commissions.
1. Airport Commission: One, 4-year term
through September 14, 2020 (Expired term of
Wagner). Applicants: Sue Clemenson, 2469
Hacienda Rd.; and Scott Leibfried, 3211 Hon-
eysuckle Ln. Ms. Clemenson and Mr. Leibfried
spoke in support of their respective appoint-
ments and provided brief biographies.
2. Building Code and Advisory Appeals
Board: One, 3-year term through August 1,
2018 (Vacant term of Cruise – ADA Repre-
sentative). Applicant: Katrina Wilberding, 3715
Asbury Rd.
3. Civic Center Commission: One, 3-year
term through June 29, 2019 (Expired term of
Gregory). Applicant: Nicholas Huff, 3075 Olde
Country Ct. Mr. Huff spoke in support of his
appointment and provided a brief biography.
4. Zoning Advisory Commission: One, 3-
year term through July 1, 2019 (Expired term
of Belmont). Applicant: Michael Belmont, 222
Dillion St.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. Freestanding Solar Array Text Amend-
ment: Proof of publication on notice of public
hearing to consider approval of a request from
Greater Dubuque Development Corporation to
amend the Unified Development Code to es-
tablish an administrative waiver process for
free-standing solar arrays. Motion by Lynch 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
Connors. Planning Services Manager Laura
Carstens provided a staff report. She and Da-
vid Lyons, Sustainable Innovation Consultant
for Greater Dubuque Development Corp., re-
sponded to questions from the City Council
regarding guidelines for solar arrays in Historic
Districts, the design review and appeal pro-
cess, the impact and solutions for glare from
panels, and the size of panel arrays. Motion
carried 6-1 with Rios voting nay.
Book 146 Regular Session, November 21, 2016 451
Motion by Lynch for final consideration and
passage of Ordinance No. 58-16 Amending
Title 16 of the City of Dubuque Code of Ordi-
nances, Unified Development Code, by
Amending 16-3-11 to establish administrative
waiver process for freestanding solar arrays in
Residential and Office Districts. Seconded by
Connors. Motion carried 6-1 with Rios voting
nay.
OFFICIAL PUBLICATION
ORDINANCE NO. 58-16
AMENDING TITLE 16 OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE CODE OF ORDINANCES, UNI-
FIED DEVELOPMENT CODE, BY AMEND-
ING 16-3-11 TO ESTABLISH AN ADMINIS-
TRATIVE WAIVER PROCESS FOR FREE-
STANDING SOLAR ARRAYS IN RESIDEN-
TIAL AND OFFICE DISTRICTS
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That Title 16 of the City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances, Unified Devel-
opment Code Articles 16-3-11 is hereby
amended as follows:
Administrative Waiver – Freestanding So-
lar Array
A. The purpose of the administrative
waiver process for residential freestanding
solar array is to facilitate the installation of
freestanding solar arrays in residential and
office districts while ensuring compatibility
with existing development patterns and
protecting investments made by surround-
ing property owners.
B. The City Planner shall issue a waiv-
er only for freestanding solar arrays that
comply with the following criteria. If the fol-
lowing criteria are not met, then the appli-
cant still has the opportunity to apply for a
Special Exception through the Zoning
Board of Adjustment.
C. Criteria:
1. An administrative waiver for a
freestanding solar array is available in
the following residential and office
zoning districts: R-1, R-2, R-2A, R-3,
R-4, OR and OC Districts.
2. An administrative waiver is
available for a freestanding solar ar-
ray up to a maximum of 20 feet in
height and 500 square feet in area.
That all abutting property own-
er(s), including property owner(s) di-
rectly across the street, alley or plat-
ted public right-of-way agree to the
requested freestanding solar array by
signing a waiver form supplied by the
Planning Services Office.
3. That a site plan depicting the
location of the freestanding solar ar-
ray on the property and its distance to
the side and rear property lines shall
be prepared by the applicant, re-
viewed for completeness by the
Planning Services Office staff.
4. That an elevation rendering of
the freestanding solar array indicating
maximum height and width of the in-
stallation shall also be prepared by
the applicant, reviewed for complete-
ness by Planning Services Office.
5. The applicant shall meet with
each property owner and review with
them the site plan and elevation ren-
dering for the proposed solar array
installation. Each property owner will
need to agree to the proposal by
signing a waiver form.
D. Planning Staff will verify that the ap-
plication is complete, that all waiver forms
are signed, have the applicant sign before
a Notary that they met with all the neigh-
boring property owners and received their
signatures, and notify the Building Services
Department that an administrative waiver
has been approved.
Section 2. The foregoing amendment has
heretofore been reviewed by the Zoning Advi-
sory Commission of the City of Dubuque, Io-
wa.
Section 3. This ordinance shall take effect
immediately upon publication, as provided by
law.
Passed, approved and adopted this 21st
day of November, 2016.
/s/Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: /s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Published officially in the Telegraph Herald
newspaper on the 25th day of November,
2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
2. Vacate Storm Sewer and Sanitary Sew-
er Easement at 3225 and 3275 Pennsylvania
Avenue: Proof of publication on notice of pub-
lic hearing to approve the vacate of a storm
and sanitary sewer easement across Lot 1 and
Lot 2 of Lange Estate (3225 & 3275 Pennsyl-
vania Avenue) and the City Manager recom-
mending approval. Motion by Connors to re-
ceive and file the documents and adopt Reso-
lution No. 399-16 Disposing of City interest in
a Storm and Sanitary Sewer Easement over
and across Lot 1 and Lot 2 of Lange Estate
(Originally Platted as Lot 1-2 of the Southwest
¼ of the Southwest ¼ of Section 22, T89N,
R2E) in the City of Dubuque, Dubuque County,
Iowa. Seconded by Jones. Motion carried 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 399-16
DISPOSING OF CITY INTEREST IN A
STORM AND SANITARY SEWER EASE-
Book 146 Regular Session, November 21, 2016 452
MENT OVER AND ACROSS LOT 1 AND LOT
2 OF LANGE ESTATE (ORIGINALLY PLAT-
TED AS LOT 1-2 OF THE SOUTHWEST ¼
OF THE SOUTHWEST ¼ OF SECTION 22,
T89N, R2E) IN THE CITY OF DUBUQUE,
DUBUQUE COUNTY, IOWA
Whereas, pursuant to resolution and pub-
lished notice of time and place of hearing, pub-
lished in the Telegraph Herald, a newspaper of
general circulation published in the City of
Dubuque, Iowa on the 11th day of November,
2016, the City Council of the City of Dubuque,
Iowa met on the 21st day of November, 2016,
at 6:00 p.m. in the Historic Federal Building,
350 West 6th Street, Dubuque, Iowa, to con-
sider the disposal of City interest in a storm
and sanitary sewer easement granted to the
City in 1963 over Lot 1 and Lot 2 of Lange
Estates (Originally Platted as Lot 1-2 of the
Southwest ¼ of the Southwest ¼ of Section
22, T89N, R2E) according to deed record Bk.
181 Pg. 503 in the Dubuque County Record-
er’s Office, said real estate as shown on the
attached exhibit labelled “Easement Vacate
Exhibit” and described as:
Lot 1 and Lot 2 of Lange Estate in the
City of Dubuque, Iowa; and
Whereas, the City Council of the City of
Dubuque, Iowa overruled any and all objec-
tions, oral or written to the proposal to dispose
of City interest in said easement.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the release of City of
Dubuque interest in the storm and sanitary
sewer easement granted to the City in 1963,
as found in deed record Bk. 181 Pg. 503 in the
Dubuque County Recorder’s Office, over Lot 2
of Lange Estate, in the City of Dubuque, as
shown on the attached Easement Vacate Ex-
hibit, to Applewood IV LLC is approved. That
the release of City of Dubuque interest in the
storm and sanitary sewer easement granted to
the City in 1963, as found in deed record Bk.
181 Pg. 503 in the Dubuque County Record-
er’s Office, over Lot 1 of Lange Estate, in the
City of Dubuque, as shown on the attached
Easement Vacate Exhibit, to Dubuque Senior
Housing IV LLC is approved.
Section 2. That the Mayor be authorized
and directed to execute a Release of Ease-
ment, and the City Clerk be and is hereby au-
thorized and directed to deliver said Release
to Applewood IV LLC. That the Mayor be au-
thorized and directed to execute a Release of
Easement, and the City Clerk be and is hereby
authorized and directed to deliver said Re-
lease to Dubuque Senior Housing IV LLC.
Section 3. That the City Clerk be and is
hereby authorized and directed to record a
certified copy of this resolution and the Re-
lease of Easement to Applewood IV LLC and
the Release of Easement to Dubuque Senior
Housing IV LLC in the offices of the City As-
sessor, Dubuque County Recorder and Dubu-
que County Auditor.
Passed, approved and adopted this 21st
day of November, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
3. Jule Operations and Training Center
Project: Proof of publication on notice of public
hearing to approve plans, specifications, form
of contract and estimated cost for the Jule
Operations and Training Center Project and
the City Manager recommending approval.
Motion by Connors to receive and file the doc-
uments and adopt Resolution No. 400-16 Ap-
proval of plans, specifications, form of con-
tract, and estimated cost for the Jule Opera-
tions and Training Center Project. Seconded
by Lynch. Motion carried 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 400-16
APPROVAL OF PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS,
FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATED
COST FOR THE JULE OPERATIONS AND
TRAINING CENTER PROJECT
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
That the proposed plans, specifications,
form of contract and estimated cost for the
Jule Operations and Training Center Project in
the estimated amount $5,474,900, are hereby
approved.
Passed, adopted and approved this 21st
day of November, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
4. Greater Downtown Urban Renewal Dis-
trict Amendment: Proof of publication on notice
of public hearing to approve an amendment to
the Amended and Restated Urban Renewal
Plan for the Greater Downtown Urban Renew-
al District and the City Manager recommend-
ing approval. Motion by Lynch to receive and
file the documents and adopt Resolution No.
401-16 Approving the Amended and Restated
Urban Renewal Plan for the Greater Down-
town Urban Renewal District. Seconded by
Jones. Motion carried 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 401-16
APPROVING THE AMENDED AND RE-
STATED URBAN RENEWAL PLAN FOR
THE GREATER DOWNTOWN URBAN RE-
NEWAL DISTRICT
Whereas, by Resolution 360-16 on Octo-
ber 17, 2016 the City Council of the City of
Dubuque, Iowa authorized the preparation of
an Amended and Restated Urban Renewal
Plan (the "Amended and Restated Plan") for
Book 146 Regular Session, November 21, 2016 453
the Greater Downtown Urban Renewal District
(the "District"); and
Whereas, the City of Dubuque's primary
objective for the Amended and Restated Plan
is to provide opportunities which will further
economic development purposes and objec-
tives as described in the Plan in the District;
and
Whereas, a consultation process has been
undertaken with affected taxing entities in ac-
cordance with Chapter 403 of the Code of Io-
wa with no written objections or recommended
changes to the Amended and Restated Plan
received; and
Whereas, the City Council, in accordance
with Chapter 403 of the Code of Iowa, has
held a public hearing on the proposed Amend-
ed and Restated Plan.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the Amended and Restated
Urban Renewal Plan for the Greater Down-
town Urban Renewal District, on file in the City
Clerk's Office and made reference to herein, is
hereby approved; that a feasible method exists
for the location of any families who will be dis-
placed from the District into decent, safe and
sanitary dwelling accommodations within their
means and without undue hardship to such
families; and that the Amended and Restated
Plan conforms to the general plan of the City
as a whole.
Section 2. That the City Clerk of the City of
Dubuque, Iowa is hereby authorized and di-
rected to file a certified copy of this Resolution
in the office of the Dubuque County Auditor.
Passed, approved and adopted this 21st
day of November, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
5. North Cascade Road Housing Urban
Renewal Area Amendment: Proof of publica-
tion on notice of public hearing approving an
Amended and Restated Urban Renewal Plan
for the North Cascade Road Housing Urban
Renewal Area and the City Manager recom-
mending approval. Motion by Lynch to receive
and file the documents and adopt Resolution
No. 402-16 Approving the Amended Urban
Renewal Plan for the North Cascade Road
Housing Urban Renewal Area. City Manager
Van Milligen and City Attorney stated that
these amendments need to be in place in or-
der to identify a funding source prior to any
future actions related to urban renewal areas.
Motion carried 6-1 with Del Toro voting nay.
RESOLUTION NO. 402-16
APPROVING THE AMENDED URBAN RE-
NEWAL PLAN FOR THE NORTH CASCADE
ROAD HOUSING URBAN RENEWAL AREA
Whereas, by Resolution 365-16 approved
on October 27, 2016, the City Council of the
City of Dubuque, Iowa authorized the prepara-
tion of an Amended and Restated Urban Re-
newal Plan (the "Amended and Restated
Plan") for the North Cascade Road Housing
Urban Renewal Area (the "District"); and
Whereas, the proposed Urban Renewal
Plan for the District has been prepared and
placed on file for public inspection in the City
Clerk's Office; and
Whereas, the City of Dubuque's primary
objective for the Amended and Restated Plan
is to provide opportunities which will further
housing and residential development as de-
fined by Iowa Code Section 403.17(12), as
described in the Plan; and
Whereas, the City Council finds that the
District meets the definition of an economic
development area as found in Chapter 403 of
the Iowa Code, and is appropriate for the pro-
vision of public improvements related to hous-
ing and residential development; and
Whereas, the City Council, in accordance
with Chapter 403 of the Code of Iowa, has
held a public hearing on the proposed Urban
Renewal Plan after public notice thereof.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the Amended and Restated
Urban Renewal Plan for the North Cascade
Road Housing Urban Renewal Area is hereby
approved; that a feasible method exists for the
location of any families who will be displaced
from the District into decent, safe and sanitary
dwelling accommodations within their means
and without undue hardship to such families;
and that the Amended and Restated Plan con-
forms to the general plan of the City as a
whole.
Section 2. That the City Clerk of the City of
Dubuque, Iowa is hereby authorized and di-
rected to file a certified copy of this Resolution
and the Urban Renewal Plan in the office of
the Dubuque County Auditor.
Passed, approved and adopted this 21st
day of November, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
6. English Ridge Housing Urban Renewal
Area Amendment: Proof of publication on no-
tice of public hearing approving the Amended
and Restated English Ridge Housing Urban
Renewal Plan and the City Manager recom-
mending approval. Motion by Lynch to receive
and file the documents and adopt Resolution
Book 146 Regular Session, November 21, 2016 454
No. 403-16 Approving the Amended and Re-
stated Urban Renewal Plan for the English
Ridge Housing Urban Renewal Area. Second-
ed by Resnick. Motion carried 6-1 with Del
Toro voting nay.
RESOLUTION NO. 403-16
APPROVING THE AMENDED AND RE-
STATED URBAN RENEWAL PLAN FOR
THE ENGLISH RIDGE HOUSING URBAN
RENEWAL AREA
Whereas, by Resolution 359-16 approved
on October 17, 2016, the City Council of the
City of Dubuque, Iowa authorized the prepara-
tion of an Amended and Restated Urban Re-
newal Plan (the "Amended and Restated
Plan") for the English Ridge Housing Urban
Renewal Area (the "District"); and
Whereas, the City of Dubuque's primary
objective for the Amended and Restated Plan
is to provide opportunities which will further
economic development purposes and objec-
tives as described in the Plan in the District;
and
Whereas, a consultation process has been
undertaken with affected taxing entities in ac-
cordance with Chapter 403 of the Code of Io-
wa with no written objections or recommended
changes to the Amended and Restated Plan
received; and
Whereas, the City Council, in accordance
with Chapter 403 of the Code of Iowa, has
held a public hearing on the proposed Amend-
ed and Restated Plan.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the Amended and Restated
Urban Renewal Plan for the English Ridge
Housing Urban Renewal Area is hereby ap-
proved; that a feasible method exists for the
location of any families who will be displaced
from the District into decent, safe and sanitary
dwelling accommodations within their means
and without undue hardship to such families;
and that the Amended and Restated Plan con-
forms to the general plan of the City as a
whole.
Section 2. That the City Clerk of the City of
Dubuque, Iowa is hereby authorized and di-
rected to file a certified copy of this Resolution
and the Amended and Restated Urban Re-
newal Plan in the office of the Dubuque Coun-
ty Auditor.
Passed, approved and adopted this 21st
day of November, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
PUBLIC INPUT
Jacob Long, 4604 Cardinal Drive, spoke in
reference to finding solutions to the use of
plastic shopping bags and changing the start
time of City Council meetings back to 6:30
p.m.
Diane McClain, 255 Bradley St., spoke in
reference to the City Council’s upcoming work
session on the Source of Income report and
requested that the Council carefully review the
report adding that landlords be allowed to re-
tain a choice to participate in the Housing
Choice Voucher program (Section 8) should
changes to the program be considered.
Michael Green, 2481 Hempstead St.,
spoke in reference to keeping the right of a
landlord to choose participation in the Housing
Choice Voucher program, the availability of
current housing and substandard/older build-
ings.
Julie Gross, 18040 Riverside Rd., ex-
pressed her opposition to what she believes is
unnecessarily adding Housing Department
staff to manage and police housing programs,
increased inspection fees and being told to
participate in such programs.
ACTION ITEMS
1. Loras College Honors Project - Single-
Use Plastic Checkout Bags: Loras College
Honors Project Students Morgan Dolan, Abi-
gail Kirchner and Christine McDonald made a
presentation and responded to questions from
the City Council regarding single-use plastic
checkout bags. Three options were provided:
reduce through a ban, no action, or a com-
promise though user fees. The presenters
provided information on ecological threats,
their research with businesses, how and what
fees could be implemented, certain exemp-
tions, what percentage of the fees could be
retained by business and the city, implementa-
tion and health issues related to reusable
bags, recycling opportunities, and public edu-
cation. Restated motion by Lynch to receive
and file the documents and refer to staff. Se-
conded by Jones. Motion carried 4-3 with Rios,
Del Toro, and Resnick voting nay.
2. Sister City Relationships Advisory
Commission: Sister City Relationships Adviso-
ry Commission recommending City Council
approval to transition to a nonprofit organiza-
tion under an agreement with the Dubuque
Convention and Visitors Bureau. Motion by
Jones to receive and file the documents, ap-
prove the recommendation and hear the
presentation. Seconded by Resnick. Sister
City Commission Chairperson Jeff Jochum
and Commissioner Dick Landis provided a
presentation that explained the history and
makeup of the Commission and the City’s
three Sister City relationships. They further
described the research and benefits to the
transition. Motion carried 7-0.
Book 146 Regular Session, November 21, 2016 455
3. Timber Ridge Estates Final Plat: City
Manager recommending approval of the Final
Plat of Timber Ridge Estates subject to allow-
ing 22-foot paving width for Forest Glen Court
and Timber Court, and waiving Sections 11-20
Water Supply, 11-21 Sanitary Sewer, 11-23
Obligation to Install Improvements, and 11-24
Improvement Guarantees. Motion by Lynch to
receive and file the documents and adopt
Resolution No. 404-16 Approving the Final
Plat of Timber Ridge Estates in Dubuque
County, Iowa. Seconded by Connors. Motion
carried 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 404-16
APPROVING THE FINAL PLAT OF TIMBER
RIDGE ESTATES IN DUBUQUE COUNTY,
IOWA
Whereas, there has been filed with the City
Clerk a Final Plat of Timber Ridge Estates;
and
Whereas, said Final Plat provides for a 22-
foot pavement width for Forest Glen Court and
Timber Court, where 26-foot paving width for a
private street is required by Section 11-15 of
Title 16 of the City of Dubuque Code of Ordi-
nances, Unified Development Code; and
Whereas, the preliminary plat has been
examined by the Zoning Advisory Commission
and has its approval endorsed thereon; and
Whereas, said Final Plat has been exam-
ined by the City Council and they find that it
conforms to the statutes and ordinances relat-
ing thereto.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That Section 11-15 of Title 16 of
the City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances, Uni-
fied Development Code, is waived to allow two
22-foot wide paved private streets.
Section 2. That the City Council hereby
waives Sections 11-20 Water Supply, 11-21,
Sanitary Sewer, 11-23 Obligation to Install
Improvements, and 11-24 Improvement Guar-
antees.
Section 3. That the Final Plat of Timber
Ridge Estates is hereby approved and the
Mayor and City Clerk are hereby authorized
and directed to endorse the approval of the
City of Dubuque, Iowa, upon said final plat,
provided the owners of said property herein
named, execute their written acceptance here-
to attached agreeing:
a) To construct private street im-
provements in accordance with im-
provement plans approved by Dubuque
County and certified upon completion
by a professional engineer licensed by
the State of Iowa.
b) To maintain the private street
improvements constructed as part of
Timber Ridge Estates until such time
as a homeowners association is formed
and is responsible for maintenance of
the same.
Section 4. That in the event Timber Ridge
Estates, LLC fails to execute the acceptance
within 180 days after the date of this Resolu-
tion, the provisions hereof shall be null and
void and the approval of the plat shall not be
effective.
Passed, approved and adopted this 21st
day of November, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
ACCEPTANCE OF RESOLUTION NO. 404-
16
I, the undersigned, Matt Horsfield, repre-
senting Timber Ridge Estates, LLC, having
read the terms and conditions of the Resolu-
tion No. 404-16 and being familiar with the
conditions thereof, hereby accept this same
and agree to the conditions required therein.
Dated in Dubuque, Iowa this 11th day of
November, 2016.
/s/Matt Horsfield, Timber Ridge Estates, LLC
4. Sky Blue Estates #2 Final Plat: City
Manager recommending approval of the Final
Plat of Sky Blue Estates #2 as it is in compli-
ance with the City of Dubuque Unified Devel-
opment Code, subject to waiving the right-of-
way width for Sky Blue Drive and Zephyr
Drive. Motion by Jones to receive and file the
documents and adopt Resolution No. 405-16
Authorizing approval of the Final Plat of Sky
Blue Estates #2 in the City of Dubuque, Iowa.
Seconded by Del Toro. Connors expressed
her concerns and those of residents in the
area about serious water runoff still occurring
with development despite it being addressed
with the developers and city engineers. City
Manager will provide a response to Council.
Motion carried 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 405-16
AUTHORIZING APPROVAL OF THE FINAL
PLAT OF SKY BLUE ESTATES #2 IN THE
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
Whereas, there has been filed with the City
Clerk a Final Plat of Sky Blue Estates #2 in the
City of Dubuque, Iowa; and
Whereas, upon said final plat appear
streets to be known as Sky Blue Drive (Lot A),
Zephyr Drive (Lot B), and Golden Eagle Drive
(Lot C) together with certain public utility,
storm sewer and water main easements,
which the owner by said final plat has dedicat-
ed to the public forever; and
Whereas, the preliminary plat has been
examined by the Zoning Advisory Commission
Book 146 Regular Session, November 21, 2016 456
and its approval has been endorsed thereon;
and
Whereas, said final plat has been reviewed
by the City Planner and her approval has been
endorsed thereon, subject to the owner’s
agreeing to the conditions specified herein;
and
Whereas, said final plat has been exam-
ined by the City Council and the City Council
find the final plat conforms to the applicable
statutes and ordinances, except that streets
and public utilities have not yet been complete-
ly constructed or installed.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the dedication of Sky Blue
Drive (Lot A), Zephyr Drive (Lot B) and Golden
Eagle Drive (Lot C) and the easements for
public utilities, storm sewer and water mains,
as they appear on said final plat, be and the
same are hereby accepted; and
Section 2. That the Final Plat of Sky Blue
Estates #2 is hereby approved and the Mayor
and City Clerk are hereby authorized and di-
rected to endorse the approval of the City of
Dubuque, Iowa, upon said final plat, provided
the owners of said property herein named,
execute their written acceptance of the at-
tached conditions and further agree:
a. To reduce Sky Blue Drive (Lot
A), Zephyr Drive (Lot B), and Golden
Eagle Drive (Lot C) to grade and to
construct longitudinal sub-drain, con-
crete curb and gutter with asphaltic
concrete pavement or with Portland
Cement concrete pavement with inte-
gral curb, all in accordance with the
City of Dubuque standard specifica-
tions in a manner acceptable to the City
Engineer, in conformance with con-
struction improvement plans approved
by the City Engineer, and inspected
and approved by the City Engineer.
b. To install sanitary sewer mains
and sewer service laterals into each in-
dividual lot, water mains and water ser-
vice laterals into each individual lot,
storm sewers and catch basins, boule-
vard street lighting, fiber optic conduit,
and erosion control devices all in ac-
cordance with the City of Dubuque
standard specifications in a manner ac-
ceptable to the City Engineer, and in
accordance with construction improve-
ment plans approved by the City Engi-
neer, and inspected and approved by
the City Engineer.
c. To construct accessible sidewalk
ramps at each intersection in accord-
ance with City of Dubuque Standards
and Specifications.
d. To construct the improvements
outlined in (a) and (b) above within two
years from the date of acceptance of
this resolution, at the sole expense of
the owners, or future owner.
e. To maintain the improvements
outlined in (a) and (b) above for a peri-
od of two (2) years from the date of the
acceptance of those improvements by
the City Council of the City of Dubuque,
Iowa, at the sole final expense of the
owners, or future owner;
f. To provide security for the per-
formance of the foregoing conditions
specified in this Section in such form
and with such sureties as may be ac-
ceptable to the City Manager of the City
of Dubuque, Iowa.
Section 3. That sidewalk installation shall
be the responsibility of each lot owner for each
lot abutting the public rights-of-way, including
lots with multiple frontages, as required by City
Code Chapter 10-1-2 (Sidewalk Installation
and Repair).
Section 4. That the owner must construct
and maintain erosion control devices in Sky
Blue Estates which control erosion and pre-
vent sediment from leaving the site. The owner
shall also be responsible for maintenance of
the detention facility located on Lot G of Eagle
Valley Subdivision until 80% of the lots shown
on the preliminary plat of in Sky Blue Estates,
which drain into said detention facility, have
been fully developed and adequate erosion
control measures, as approved by the City
Engineer, have been installed on the remain-
ing 20% of said lots. Until the above 80% of
lots are developed, maintenance of the deten-
tion facilities in Lot G Eagle Valley Subdivision
shall include the removal of sediment and oth-
er debris caused by construction activities in
Sky Blue Estates and reshaping and reseeding
of the disturbed areas. After said 80% lots are
developed, inspection, administration, and
maintenance expenses incurred by the City of
Dubuque for the storm water detention facility
on Lot G of Eagle Valley Subdivision shall be
assessed against the property owners, except
the City of Dubuque, in Eagle Valley Subdivi-
sion and Sky Blue Estates as indicated on the
preliminary plats thereof, in equal amounts.
The City Manager shall certify such costs to
the City Clerk, who in turn shall promptly certi-
fy such costs to the Dubuque County Treasur-
er, and such costs shall then be collected with
and in the same manner as general property
taxes in accordance with provisions of law.
Section 5. That the planting of street trees
shall be coordinated with the City Forester.
Any trees planted within the street right-of-way
must be chosen and planted by the City of
Dubuque Leisure Services Department at the
developer’s expense.
Book 146 Regular Session, November 21, 2016 457
Section 6. That the final acceptance of the
public improvements shall only occur upon
certification of the City Engineer to the City
Council that the public improvements have
been completed in accordance with the ap-
proved improvement plans and City standards
and specifications and accepted by City Coun-
cil Resolution.
Section 7. That in the event E.K.M., LLC
fails to execute the acceptance and furnish the
guarantees provided hereof within 180 days
after the date of this Resolution, the provisions
hereof shall be null and void and the ac-
ceptance of the dedication and approval the
plat shall not be effective.
Passed, approved and adopted this 21st
day of November, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
ACCEPTANCE OF
RESOLUTION NO. 405-16
I, the undersigned, Jeff McAuliffe, repre-
senting E.K.M., LLC, having read the terms
and conditions of the Resolution No. 405-16
and being familiar with the conditions thereof
hereby accept this same and agree to the
conditions required therein.
Dated in Dubuque, Iowa this XXX day of
XXXXXXXX, 2016.
/s/Jeff McAuliffe
5. Greater Downtown Urban Renewal Dis-
trict Amendment: City Manager recommending
approval of an ordinance amending the Tax
Increment Financing District for the Greater
Downtown Urban Renewal District that will
authorize the inclusion of three adjacent areas,
the new North End, West Locust Street Corri-
dor and University Avenue Corridor. Motion by
Jones to receive and file the documents and
that the requirement that a proposed ordi-
nance be considered and voted on for pas-
sage at two Council meetings prior to the
meeting at which it is to be passed be sus-
pended. Seconded by Lynch. Motion carried 7-
0.
Motion by Jones for final consideration and
passage of Ordinance No. 59-16 Amending
Ordinance No. 45-14, Previously Amended,
and Ordinance No. 61-08, providing that gen-
eral property taxes levied and collected each
year on all property located within the Greater
Downtown Urban Renewal District of the City
of Dubuque, County of Dubuque, State of Io-
wa, by and for the benefit of the State of Iowa,
City of Dubuque, County of Dubuque, Dubu-
que Community School District, and other Tax-
ing Districts, be paid to a special fund for pay-
ment of principal and interest on loans, monies
advanced to and indebtedness, including
bonds issued or to be issued, incurred by said
City in connection with the Amended and Re-
stated Urban Renewal Plan for the Greater
Downtown Urban Renewal District. Seconded
by Lynch. Motion carried 7-0.
OFFICIAL PUBLICATION
ORDINANCE NO. 59-16
AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 45-14, PRE-
VIOUSLY AMENDED, AND ORDINANCE
NO. 61-08, PROVIDING THAT GENERAL
PROPERTY TAXES LEVIED AND COL-
LECTED EACH YEAR ON ALL PROPERTY
LOCATED WITHIN THE GREATER DOWN-
TOWN URBAN RENEWAL DISTRICT OF
THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, COUNTY OF
DUBUQUE, STATE OF IOWA, BY AND FOR
THE BENEFIT OF THE STATE OF IOWA,
CITY OF DUBUQUE, COUNTY OF DUBU-
QUE, DUBUQUE COMMUNITY SCHOOL
DISTRICT, AND OTHER TAXING DIS-
TRICTS, BE PAID TO A SPECIAL FUND
FOR PAYMENT OF PRINCIPAL AND IN-
TEREST ON LOANS, MONIES ADVANCED
TO AND INDEBTEDNESS, INCLUDING
BONDS ISSUED OR TO BE ISSUED, IN-
CURRED BY SAID CITY IN CONNECTION
WITH THE AMENDED AND RESTATED UR-
BAN RENEWAL PLAN FOR THE GREATER
DOWNTOWN URBAN RENEWAL DISTRICT
Whereas, the City Council of the City of
Dubuque, Iowa (the "City") has heretofore, in
Ordinance No. 30-82, provided for the division
of taxes within the original Downtown Dubuque
Urban Renewal Project, Iowa R-15, described
in Resolution No. 123-67 adopted on May 18,
1967, pursuant to Section 403.19 of the Code
of Iowa; and
Whereas, the Urban Renewal Plan for the
original Downtown Dubuque Urban Renewal
Project, Iowa R-15, subsequently has been
amended on numerous occasions, growing
through expansion or merger with other exist-
ing urban renewal districts, resulting in Bluff
Street, Cable Car, Chaplain Schmitt, East 7th
Street, Ice Harbor Subarea A, Ice Harbor Sub-
area B, Ice Harbor Subarea C, Industrial Har-
bor, Kerper Boulevard, Old Main, South Bluff,
South Main, South Port, Town Clock, Town
Clock Expansion, Upper Main, Warehouse,
Washington Street, North Kerper Boulevard,
Quebecor, Harrison Street, Holy Ghost, and
Almond Street Subareas being added to what
is now known as the Amended and Restated
Greater Downtown Urban Renewal District;
and
Whereas, consistent with the amendments
to the Urban Renewal Plan, Ordinance No. 30-
82 subsequently was amended on numerous
occasions to provide for the division of taxes
within the Amended and Restated Greater
Downtown Dubuque Urban Renewal District,
most recently by Ordinance No. 45-14, creat-
Book 146 Regular Session, November 21, 2016 458
ing separate base valuations for the Bluff
Street, Cable Car, Chaplain Schmitt, East 7th
Street, Ice Harbor Subarea A, Ice Harbor Sub-
area B, Ice Harbor Subarea C, Industrial Har-
bor, Kerper Boulevard, Old Main, South Bluff,
South Main, South Port, Town Clock, Town
Clock Expansion, Upper Main, Warehouse,
and Washington Street, North Kerper Boule-
vard, Quebecor, Harrison Street, Holy Ghost,
and Almond Street Subareas ; and
Whereas, the Urban Renewal Plan for the
Greater Downtown Urban Renewal District
was further amended and restated as an
Amended and Restated Urban Renewal Plan,
pursuant to Resolution No. 401-16 approved
on November 21, 2016, for the purpose of
expanding the Greater Downtown Urban Re-
newal District to include additional areas de-
scribed as the North End, West Locust Street
Corridor, and University Avenue Corridor Sub-
areas, and to include the area originally desig-
nated in Ordinance No. 61-08 as the Dubuque
Brewing & Malting Urban Renewal Area; and
Whereas, indebtedness has been incurred
by the City, and additional indebtedness is
anticipated to be incurred in the future, to fi-
nance urban renewal project activities within
the combined area known as the Greater
Downtown Urban Renewal District (the
“Greater Downtown Urban Renewal District”),
and the continuing needs of redevelopment
within the Greater Downtown Urban Renewal
District are such as to require the continued
application of the incremental tax resources
within the expanded Greater Downtown Urban
Renewal District; and
Whereas, the following enactment is nec-
essary to accomplish the objectives described
in the premises.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA, THAT:
Ordinance Nos. 45-14 and 61-08 are here-
by amended to read as follows:
Section 1: For purposes of this Ordinance,
the following terms shall have the following
meanings:
a. Town Clock Subarea shall mean
and include that area described as fol-
lows: Beginning at the intersection of
the north right-of-way line of Ninth
Street with the east right-of-way line of
Central Avenue; thence south along the
east right-of-way line of Central Avenue
to its intersection with the south right-
of-way line of Fourth Street; thence
west along the south right-of-way line
of Fourth Street to its intersection with
the west right-of-way line of Locust
Street; thence north along the west
right-of-way line of Locust Street to its
intersection with the north right-of-way
line of Ninth Street, but also including
the adjacent City Lots 623 and 624
(Dubuque Museum of Art), the Locust
Street Parking Ramp between 8th and
9th Streets and the former U.S. Federal
Building located on City Lots 101, 102,
139, 140, and the N 54.5’ of City Lots
103 & 138, and the vacated alley be-
tween said lots; thence east along the
north right-of-way line of Ninth Street to
its intersection with the east right-of-
way line of Central Avenue, and point
of beginning, including all public rights-
of-way.
b. Town Clock Expansion Subarea
shall mean and include the following
described properties: South 1/2 of City
Lot 167, City Lot 168 and City Lot 168A
(Iowa Inn property); and Lots 1 & 2 of
City Lots 204, 205, 206, 207 and 208,
N. 23' of City Lot 263, S. 28.5' of City
Lot 263, N. 1/2 of City Lot 262, S. 1/2 of
City Lot 262, N. 1/2 of City Lot 261
(Parking Lot Number 1), all in the City
of Dubuque, Iowa and any adjoining
public right-of-way
c. Old Main Subarea shall mean
and include that area generally bound-
ed on the North by Fourth Street, on
the West by Locust Street, on the
South by the Locust Street Connector
and on the East by the U.S. Highway
151/61 right-of-way, including all public
rights-of-way.
d. Upper Main Subarea shall mean
and include that area generally bound-
ed on the North by Fourteenth Street,
on the West by Locust Street but in-
cluding City Lots 658A, 659, 660, and
the balance of City Lots 658 (Carnegie-
Stout Public Library), on the South by
the northerly boundary of the Town
Clock Subarea and on the East by
Central Avenue, and including all public
rights-of-way.
e. Ice Harbor Subarea A shall mean
and include that area generally bound-
ed on the north by the public alley lo-
cated between the vacated Fourth
Street and Third Street, on the west by
the Chicago, Central and Pacific Rail-
road right-of-way, on the south by East
First Street and on the east by the mu-
nicipal limits of the City of Dubuque,
Iowa and including any adjoining public
right-of-way.
f. Ice Harbor Subarea B shall mean
and include that area generally bound-
ed on the north and west by the Chica-
go, Central and Pacific Railroad right-
of-way, on the south by the northerly
boundary of Subarea A and on the east
by the municipal limits of the City of
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Dubuque including any adjoining public
right-of-way.
g. Ice Harbor Subarea C shall mean
and include Lot 1-2 and Lot 2-2 of Ad-
ams Company’s 4th Addition, and all
that part of Lot 2-1 of Adams Compa-
ny’s 4th Addition lying west of the nor-
therly extension of the westerly line of
the Balance of Lot 3 of Adams Compa-
ny’s 2nd Addition, in the City of Dubu-
que, Iowa including any adjoining pub-
lic right-of-way.
h. Warehouse Subarea shall mean
and include that area generally bound-
ed by the following description: Com-
mencing as a point of reference at the
intersection of the centerlines of 11th
Street and Central Avenue in the City
of Dubuque, Dubuque County, Iowa,
said point being the point of beginning;
Thence northeasterly along the center-
line of 11th Street to a point of intersec-
tion with the centerline of White Street;
Thence northwesterly along the center-
line of White Street to a point of inter-
section with the centerline of 12th
Street; Thence northeasterly along the
centerline of 12th Street and extension
thereof to a point of intersection with
the centerline of US Highways 151 and
61; Thence southwesterly along the
centerline of US Highways 151 and 61
to a point of intersection with the cen-
terline of 4th Street extended; Thence
southwesterly along the centerline of
4th Street and extension thereof to a
point of intersection with the centerline
of Central Avenue; Thence northwest-
erly along the centerline of Central Av-
enue to a point of intersection with the
centerline of 9th Street; Thence south-
westerly along the centerline of 9th
Street to a point of intersection with the
westerly line of City Lot 259 extended
southerly; Thence northwesterly along
the westerly line of City Lot 259, and
Lots 1 and 2 of the Subdivision of the
South ½ of City Lot 261 and City Lot
260 to the southwest corner of the N ½
of City Lot 261; Thence northeasterly
along the southerly line of the N ½ of
City Lot 261 and extension thereof to a
point of intersection with the centerline
of Central Avenue; Thence northwest-
erly along the centerline of Central Av-
enue to a point of intersection of 11th
Street also being point of beginning.
i. South Main Subarea shall mean
and include that area generally bound-
ed by the following description: Com-
mencing as a point of reference at a
point of intersection of the centerline of
Locust Street with the Locust Street
Connector in the City of Dubuque,
Dubuque County, Iowa, said point be-
ing the point of beginning; Thence
northeasterly along the centerline of the
Locust Street Connector to a point of
intersection with the centerline of US
Highways 52, 61, and 151; Thence
southeasterly along the centerline of
US Highways 52, 61, and 151 to a
point of intersection with the centerline
of the eastern section of Jones Street
extended southwesterly; Thence
southwesterly along said extension of
the centerline of the eastern section of
Jones Street to a point of intersection
with the centerline of Main Street;
Thence northwesterly along the center-
line of Main Street to a point of inter-
section with the centerline of Jones
Street; Thence northwesterly along the
centerline of Jones Street to a point of
intersection with the easterly line of Lot
2D of vacated Shields Street extended
northerly; Thence southeasterly along
the easterly line of Lot 2D of vacated
Shields Street to the southeasterly cor-
ner of said Lot 2D; Thence southwest-
erly along the southerly lines of Lot A
and Lot 2D of vacated Shields Street
and Lot 1 of 2 of City Lot 543 extended
westerly to a point of intersection with
the centerline of Locust Street; Thence
northeasterly along the centerline of
Locust Street to a point of intersection
with the centerline of the Second Street
Connector, also being the point of be-
ginning.
j. South Port Subarea shall mean
and include that area generally bound-
ed by the following description: Begin-
ning at a point of reference at the
northwest corner of Lot 2 of AA Cooper
Wagon Works Block in the City of
Dubuque, Dubuque County Iowa, said
point being on the southerly right of
way line of East First Street; Thence
southeasterly along the southerly right
of line of East First Street and exten-
sion thereof to the municipal limits of
the City of Dubuque; Thence southerly
along said municipal limits to a point of
intersection with the southern right of
way line of Railroad Ave. extended
easterly; Thence southwesterly along
said right of way line extension there to
the southeast corner of Lot A, Block 15
Dubuque Harbor Company’s Addition;
Thence northwesterly along the easter-
ly line of said Lot A to the northerly right
of way line of Railroad Ave., and south
line of lot 1 of 5 of Block 27 Dubuque
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Harbor Company’s Addition; Thence
northwesterly along the westerly lines
of lots 1 of 5, 1 of 4, 1 of 3, 1 of 2 and 1
of 1 of said Block 27 to the south line of
lot 4A of said Block 17; Thence wester-
ly to the easterly right of way line of va-
cated Water Street; Thence northwest-
erly along said easterly line to the
southwesterly corner of lot 2 of said
Block 17; Thence westerly along the
extension of the southerly line of said
Lot 2 to the westerly line of Vacated
Water Street; Thence northerly along
said westerly right of way line to the
southerly corner of Lot 2 of Block 18 of
Dubuque Harbor Company’s Addition;
Thence northwesterly along the wester-
ly line of said Lot 2 to a point of inter-
section with the southerly right of way
line of vacated Charter St; Thence
southwesterly along said right of way
line and extension thereof the center-
line of South Main Street; Thence
northwesterly along said centerline to
the northerly line of Lot 5, Block 13
Dubuque Harbor Company’s Addition
extended northeasterly; Thence south-
westerly along said line to the easterly
line of Lots 7 and 8 of said Block 13;
Thence southeasterly along the easter-
ly lines of said Lots 7 & 8 and extension
thereof to the centerline of Charter
Street; Thence southwesterly along
said centerline to the centerline of Sa-
lina Street; Thence northwesterly along
said centerline to the northerly line of
Lot 1 of Harrison Street Place No. 4 ex-
tended northeasterly; Thence south-
westerly along the northerly lines of
said Lot 1 of Harrison Street Place No.
4 extended to the westerly right of way
line of Harrison St.; Thence northerly
along the easterly line of Lot 3 of Ray-
mond Baumhover Subdivision to the
northeast corner of said Lot 3, thence
westerly along the northerly line of said
Lot 3 and westerly extension thereof to
the centerline of relocated South Lo-
cust St; Thence northerly along said
centerline to the centerline of Dodge St;
Thence easterly along said centerline
of Dodge Street to a point of intersec-
tion with the westerly line of Lot E of
vacated Shields Street extended
southerly; Thence northerly along said
westerly line to the northwest corner of
said lot E; Thence easterly along the
north line of said lot E and Lot 6 Block
11 of Dubuque Harbor Company’s Ad-
dition and extension thereof to the cen-
terline of Main Street; Thence south-
easterly along the centerline of Main St.
to the centerline of Dodge Street;
Thence easterly along the centerline of
Dodge St to the intersection of Highway
61/151; Thence northwesterly along
said centerline to a point of intersection
with the southerly right of way line of
East First Street; Thence southeasterly
along said right of way line to the point
of beginning.
k. Cable Car Subarea shall mean
and include that area generally bound-
ed by the following description: Com-
mencing as a point of reference at the
intersection of the centerlines of Sec-
ond Street and Locust Street in the City
of Dubuque, Dubuque County, Iowa,
said point being the point of beginning;
Thence southeasterly along the center-
line of Locust Street to a point of inter-
section with the centerline of First
Street; Thence southwesterly along the
centerline of First Street to a point of in-
tersection with the centerline of Bluff
Street; Thence northwesterly along the
centerline of Bluff Street to a point of in-
tersection with the centerline of Emmett
Street; Thence southwesterly along the
centerline of Emmett Street to a point
of intersection with the centerline of St.
Mary’s Street; Thence northwesterly
along the centerline of St. Mary’s Street
and to a point of intersection with the
northerly line of Cathedral Center ex-
tended southwesterly; Thence north-
easterly along the northerly line of Ca-
thedral Center to a point of intersection
with the westerly right of way line of
Bluff Street; Thence northwesterly
along said westerly right of way line of
Bluff Street and extension thereof to a
point of intersection with the centerline
of Third Street; Thence southwesterly
along the centerline of Third Street to a
point of intersection with the westerly
line of Lot 1 of the East 78 ft. of the
South 100 ft. of Lot 4 of City Lot 692
extended southerly; Thence northwest-
erly along said westerly line to a point
of intersection with the southerly line of
Fenelon Point Subdivision; Thence
northeasterly along said southerly line
to a point of intersection with the west-
erly line of Lot 2 of 2 of City Lot 692;
Thence northwesterly along said west-
erly line and westerly line of Lot 1 of 2
of City Lot 692 to a point of intersection
with the southerly right of way line of
W. Fourth Street; Thence northeasterly
across W. Fourth Street to the south-
west corner of Lot 1 of Evan’s Place,
said point also being on the northerly
right of way line of W. Fourth Street;
Thence northwesterly along the west
line of said Lot 1 to the southeast cor-
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ner of Lot 34 of Cooper Heights Addi-
tion; Thence continuing northwesterly
along the easterly line of Lots 34, 35,
36 and 37 of Cooper Heights Addition
to a point of intersection with the
southerly right of way line of W. Fifth
Street; Thence northeasterly to a point
of intersection in the centerline of W.
Fifth Street approximately 270 feet
southwesterly of the centerline of Bluff
Street; Thence northwesterly along the
centerline of W. Fifth Street to a point
of intersection with the southerly line of
Coriell’s Dubuque also being the nor-
therly right of way line of W. Fifth
Street; Thence northeasterly along said
right of way line of W. Fifth St. to the
southwest corner of Lot 1 of City Lot
690 Thence northwesterly along the
westerly line of said Lot 1 to the north-
west corner of said Lot 1 Thence
northeasterly along the northerly line of
said Lot 1 to the northeast corner of
said Lot 1; Thence southeasterly along
the easterly line of said Lot 1 to a point
of intersection with the northerly line of
the south 62.5 ft. of the north 64 ft. of
City lot 617 Thence northeasterly along
said northerly line and extension there-
of to a point of intersection with the
centerline of Bluff Street; Thence
southeasterly along the centerline of
Bluff Street to a point of intersection
with the northerly line of the south 10 ft.
of City Lot 138 extended southwesterly;
Thence northeasterly along said nor-
therly line and northerly line of the
south 10 ft. of the south 34.6 ft. of City
Lot 103 and extension thereof to a
point of intersection with the centerline
of Locust Street; Thence southeasterly
along the centerline of Locust Street to
a point of intersection with the center-
line of Second Street, said point being
the point of beginning.
l. Bluff Street Subarea shall mean
and include that area generally bound-
ed by the following description: Com-
mencing as a point of reference at the
intersection of the centerlines of W.
Sixth Street and Bluff Street in the City
of Dubuque, Dubuque County, Iowa,
said point being the point of beginning;
thence southeasterly along the center-
line of Bluff Street to a point of intersec-
tion with the northerly line of the south
62.5 ft. of the north 64 ft. of City Lot
617 extended southeasterly; thence
southwesterly along said northerly line
to the easterly line of Lot 1 of City Lot
690; thence northwesterly along the
easterly line of said Lot 1 to the north-
east corner of said Lot 1; thence
southwesterly along the northerly line
of said Lot 1 to the northwest corner of
said Lot 1; thence southeasterly along
the westerly line of said Lot 1 to a point
of intersection with northerly right of
way line of W. Fifth Street; thence
southwesterly along said right of way
line of W. Fifth St. to the southeast cor-
ner of the South 73’ of Lot 13 of Cori-
ell’s Dubuque; thence northwesterly 73’
along the easterly line of said South 73’
of Lot 13 of Coriell’s Dubuque to the
northeast corner of the South 73’ of Lot
13 of Coriell’s Dubuque; thence south-
westerly along the northerly line of said
South 73’ of Lot 13 of Coriell’s Dubu-
que to a point of intersection with west-
erly line of Lot 13 of Coriell’s Dubuque;
thence northwesterly along said west-
erly line of Lot 13 to a point of intersec-
tion with the southerly line of Lot 33 of
Coriell’s Dubuque; thence northeasterly
along said southerly line of Lot 33 to a
point of intersection with the westerly
line of Lot 14 of Coriell’s Dubuque’
thence northwesterly along said west-
erly line of said Lot 14 to a point of in-
tersection with the southerly line of Lot
34 of Coriell’s Dubuque; thence north-
easterly along said southerly line of Lot
34 to the easterly line of Coriell’s
Dubuque; thence northwesterly along
said easterly line Lots 34, 35, 36, 37,
38, and 44 of Coriell’s Dubuque to the
northwest corner of the North 50’ of Lot
1 of Lot 1 of City Lot 653; thence north-
easterly along the northerly line of said
North 50’ of Lot 1 of Lot 1 of City Lot
653 to the southeast corner of Lot 1 of
McKinlay’s Subdivision; thence north-
westerly along said easterly line of said
Lot 1 and extension thereof to a point
of intersection with the centerline of
West Eighth Street; thence northwest-
erly along said centerline of West
Eighth Street to a point of intersection
with the westerly line of Lot 1 of the
Subd’n. of City Lot 688 and part of City
Lot 654 extended southerly; thence
northwesterly along said westerly line
of Lot 1 and extension thereof northerly
to a point of intersection with the cen-
terline of West Ninth Street; thence
southwesterly along the centerline of
West Ninth Street to a point of intersec-
tion with the southerly extension of the
westerly line of Lot 2 of Lot 12 of Cen-
tral Addition; thence northwesterly
along said westerly right of Lot 2 of Lot
12 to the northwest corner of said Lot;
thence northeasterly along the norther-
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ly line of said Lot 2 of Lot 12 to the
northeast corner of said Lot; thence
southeasterly along said easterly line of
said Lot 2 of Lot 12 to the southwest
corner of Lot 1 of Lot 11 of Central Ad-
dition; thence northeasterly along the
southerly line of Lot 1 of Lot 11 and Lot
1 of Lot 10 of Central Addition to a
point of intersection with the westerly
line of Lot 1 of Lot 9 of Central Addition;
thence northwesterly along said west-
erly line of Lot 1 of Lot 9 to a point of in-
tersection with the southerly right of
way line of a public alley in Central Ad-
dition; thence northeasterly along said
southerly line to a point of intersection
with the westerly line of Lot 1 of 1 of 10
of Lorimer’s Subdivision; thence north-
westerly along said westerly line of said
Lot 1 of 1 of 10 to the northerly line of
Lorimer’s Subdivision; thence north-
easterly along the northerly line of Lor-
imer’s Subdivision to the southeast
corner of a public alley between Cork-
ery’s Subdivision and City Lot 655;
thence northwesterly along the easterly
right of way line of said alley to a point
of intersection with West Eleventh
Street; thence southwesterly along cen-
terline of West Eleventh Street to a
point of intersection with the centerline
of Grove Terrace; thence northwesterly
along centerline of Grove Terrace to a
point of intersection with the northerly
right of way line of Arlington Street;
thence northeasterly along the norther-
ly right of way line of Arlington Street to
the southeast corner of City Lot 769B;
thence northwesterly along the easterly
line of said City Lot 769B to a point of
intersection with the southerly line of
Lot 3 of Brown’s Subdivision; thence
southwesterly along the southerly line
of said Lot 3 to the southwest corner of
said lot; thence northwesterly along the
westerly line of said Lot 3 and exten-
sion thereof to a point of intersection
with the centerline of Loras Boulevard;
thence northeasterly along said center-
line to a point of intersection with the
centerline of Locust Street; thence
southeasterly along the centerline of
Locust Street to a point of intersection
with the centerline of W. Eleventh
Street; thence southwesterly along the
centerline of W. Eleventh Street to a
point of intersection with the centerline
of Bluff Street; thence southeasterly
along the centerline of Bluff Street to a
point of intersection with the extension
of the southerly line of City Lot 658A;
thence northeasterly along the souther-
ly line of City Lot 658A extended and
the southerly line of City Lot 658, ex-
cept the southerly one foot thereof, ex-
tended to a point of intersection with
the centerline of Locust Street; thence
southeasterly along the centerline of
Locust Street to a point of intersection
with the centerline of West Ninth Street;
thence southwesterly along the center-
line of West Ninth Street to a point of
intersection with the centerline of Bluff
Street; thence southeasterly along the
centerline of Bluff Street to a point of in-
tersection with the centerline of West
Eighth Street; thence northeasterly
along the centerline of West Eighth
Street to a point of intersection with the
centerline of Locust Street; thence
southeasterly along the centerline of
Locust Street to a point of intersection
with the northerly line of City Lot 624
extended northeasterly; thence south-
westerly along the northerly line of City
Lot 624 extended southeasterly to the
centerline of a public alley; thence
southeasterly along the centerline of a
public alley to a point of intersection
with the centerline of W. Seventh
Street; thence northeasterly along the
centerline of W. Seventh Street to a
point of intersection with Locust Street;
thence southeasterly along the center-
line of Locust Street to a point of inter-
section with West Sixth Street; thence
southwesterly along the centerline of
West Sixth Street to a point of intersec-
tion with Bluff Street said point being
the point of beginning.
m. South Bluff Street Subarea shall
mean and include that area generally
bounded by the following description:
Commencing as a point of reference at
the intersection of the centerlines of
Emmett Street and Bluff Street in the
City of Dubuque, Dubuque County, Io-
wa, said point being the point of begin-
ning; thence southeasterly along the
centerline of Bluff Street to a point of in-
tersection with the centerline W. First
Street; thence southwesterly along the
centerline W. First Street to the center-
line of Bluff Street; thence southwester-
ly along the centerline of Bluff Street to
a point of intersection with the center-
line Dodge Street; thence southwester-
ly along the centerline Dodge Street to
a point of intersection with the easterly
line of Lot 3 of City Lot 694 extended
southeasterly; thence northwesterly
along the easterly line of said Lot 3 of
City Lot 694 and Lot 1-1 and 2-1 of City
Lot 694 to the southwest corner of Lot
1-2 of City Lot 694; thence northeaster-
ly along said southerly line of said Lot
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1-2 of City Lot 694 to the southeast
corner of said Lot; thence northwesterly
along said easterly line of Lot 1-2 of
City Lot 694 to a point of intersection
with the southerly line of Lot 12 of Saint
Raphael’s Addition; thence northeaster-
ly along said southerly line of said Lot
12 and extension thereof to the center-
line of St. Mary’s Street; thence north-
westerly along the centerline of St.
Mary’s Street to a point of intersection
with the centerline of Emmett St.;
thence northeasterly along the center-
line of Emmett St. to centerline of Bluff
Street, said point being point of begin-
ning.
n. Kerper Boulevard Subarea shall
mean and include the following de-
scribed properties: Lot 1-2, Lot 2-2, Lot
2A, Lot 3 and Lot 6 all in Kerper Indus-
trial Park in the City of Dubuque,
Dubuque County, Iowa, also including
the entire right of way of Kerper Court
and the westerly portion of Kerper
Boulevard right of way from the abut-
ting Kerper Court right of way and Lot 3
of Kerper Industrial Park to the center-
line of Kerper Boulevard.
o. Washington Neighborhood Sub-
area shall mean and include that area
generally bounded by the following de-
scription: Commencing as a point of
reference at the intersection of the cen-
terlines of Central Avenue and Loras
Boulevard in the City of Dubuque,
Dubuque County, Iowa, said point be-
ing the point of beginning; Thence
southwesterly along the centerline of
Loras Boulevard to a point of intersec-
tion with the westerly line of Lot 3 of
Brown’s Subdivision extended norther-
ly; Thence northerly to the southwest
corner of Lot 2-3 of City Lot 667;
Thence northwesterly along the wester-
ly line of said Lot 2-3; Thence north-
easterly along the northerly line of said
Lot 2-3 to a point of intersection with
the southeasterly line of Lot 1-3 of City
Lot 667; Thence northeasterly along
the said southeasterly line to the north-
east corner of said Lot 1-3; Thence
southwesterly along the northerly line
of said Lot 1-3 to a appoint of intersec-
tion with the easterly right of way line of
Montrose Terrace; Thence northwest-
erly along said the easterly right of way
line to a point of intersection with the
easterly right of way line of a public al-
ley between D. N. Cooley’s Subdivision
and Fairview Subdivision; Thence con-
tinuing northwesterly along said the
easterly alley line to a point of intersec-
tion with the southerly right of way line
of W. 17th Street; Thence northwesterly
crossing W. 17th St. to the most easter-
ly corner of Lot 2-1-1-2 of City Lot 670,
said point being at the point of intersec-
tion of the north right of way of W. 17th
St. and westerly right of way line of W.
Locust St.; Thence southwesterly along
the north right of way of W. 17th St. to
southeast corner of Lot 1-2-2 of City
Lot 670; Thence northwesterly along
the easterly lines of Lot 1-2-2 and Lot
2-2-2 of City Lot 670 to a point of inter-
section with the southerly right of way
line of Clark St.; Thence northwesterly
crossing Clark St. to the southeasterly
corner of Welsh Place; Thence north-
westerly along the easterly line of said
Welsh Place to the northeast corner
thereof; Thence southwesterly along
the northerly line of said Welsh Place to
a point of intersection with the easterly
right of way line of a public alley along
the westerly side of A. L. Bowen’s Sub-
division; Thence northwesterly along
said easterly right of way line to a point
of intersection with the southerly right
of way line of Angella Street; Thence
southwesterly along said southerly right
of way line to the northeast corner of
Lot 12 of Gilliam’s Subdivision; Thence
northwesterly crossing Angella St. to
the most southerly corner of Lot 1 of
Gilliam’s Subdivision said point being
on the northerly right of way line of An-
gella St.; Thence northwesterly along
the westerly line of said Lot 1 to a point
of intersection with the southerly line of
Lot 2 of Alvin Haas Place; Thence
southwesterly along the southerly line
of Lot 1 and Lot 2 of Alvin Haas Place
and the southerly line of the Westerly
40 feet of Lot 3 of Quigley’s Subdivision
of Out Lot 710 to the most easterly cor-
ner of Lot 24 of Quigley’s Subdivision
of Out Lot 710; Thence westerly along
the southerly boundary of Lots 4
through Lots 15 of Quigley’s Subdivi-
sion Out Lot 710 and the southerly line
of Lots 9A, 10 and 11 of Quigley’s
Subdivision Out Lot 711 to a point of in-
tersection with the easterly right of way
line of Pierce Street; Thence northerly
along said easterly right of way line and
extension thereof to a point of intersec-
tion with the northerly right of way line
of W. Locust Street; Thence easterly
along said northerly right of way line to
the easterly right of way line of Foye
Street; Thence northerly along said
easterly right of way line to a point of
intersection with the southerly right of
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way line of a public alley lying between
Almond and W. Locust St.; Thence
easterly along said southerly right of
way line to a point of intersection with
the westerly right of way line of Ellis
Street; Thence southeasterly along
said westerly right of way line to a point
of intersection with the northerly right of
way line of W. Locust Street; Thence
southeasterly crossing Ellis St. to a
point of intersection with the easterly
right of way line of Ellis St. at the
southerly right of way line of Dorgan
Place; Thence easterly along said
southerly right of way line of Dorgan
Place to the northeast corner of Lot 1A
of Dorgan’s Subdivision No. 2; Thence
easterly crossing Dorgan Place to the
southwest corner of Lot 5-2 of City Lot
673; Thence northerly along the west-
erly line of said Lot 5-2 to the northwest
corner thereof; Thence easterly along
the northerly line of said Lot 5-2 to a
point of intersection with the westerly
right of way line of Madison Street;
Thence easterly crossing Madison St.
to the most westerly corner of Lot A-2-1
of City Lot 674, said point being on the
easterly right of way line of Madison St.
Thence easterly along the northerly line
of said Lot A-2-1 to a point of intersec-
tion with the easterly right of way line of
Main Street; Thence northerly along
said easterly right of way line to the
northwest corner of Lot 2-1 of City Lot
674; Thence easterly and continuing
northeasterly along the northerly lines
of Lot 2-1, Lot 2-2, Lot 2-1-3, Lot 1-2-3
all of the subdivision of City Lot 674 to
a point of intersection with the westerly
line of Lot 4 of City Lot 674; Thence
northwesterly along said westerly line
to a point of intersection with the
southerly line of Lot 1-1-2 of Duncan’s
Subdivision; Thence northeasterly
along said southerly line and southerly
line of Lot 1 and Lot 2 of M. A. Reb-
man’s Subdivision and extension
thereof to a point of intersection with
the easterly right of way line of Heeb
Street; Thence northwesterly along
said easterly right of way line to a point
of intersection with the northerly right of
way line of Clarke Drive; Thence
northwesterly along said northerly right
of way line to a point of intersection
with the easterly right of way line of
Heeb Street lying between Central Av-
enue and Shelby Street; Thence
northwesterly along said easterly right
of way line to a point of intersection
with the southerly right of way line of
Kaufmann Avenue; Thence easterly
along said southerly right of way line to
a point of intersection with the southerly
extension of the easterly right of way
line of a public alley lying between Cen-
tral Ave. and Francis Street; Thence
northwesterly along said easterly right
of way line to a point of intersection
with the southerly right of way line of
W. 23rd Street; Thence southwesterly
along said southerly right of way line to
the northwest corner of the East One-
Half of Lot 11 of Tivoli Addition; Thence
northwesterly crossing W. 23rd St. to
the southwesterly corner of Lot 1 of Va-
leria Place No. 2; Thence northwesterly
along the westerly line of said Lot 1 to a
point of intersection with the southerly
line of Lot 2 of said Valeria Sub. No. 2;
Thence southwesterly along the south-
erly line of said Lot 2 to the southwest
corner thereof; Thence northwesterly
along the westerly line of said Lot 2 to a
point of intersection with the southerly
line of Lot 2-1 of Valeria Place; Thence
northeasterly along said southerly line
to the southeasterly corner of said Lot
2-1; Thence northwesterly along the
easterly line of said Lot 2-1 the north-
east corner thereof, said point also be-
ing the southeasterly right of way line of
Carr St.; Thence northwesterly along
the easterly right of way line of Carr St.
to a point of intersection with the
southerly right of way line of W. 24th
Street; Thence northeasterly along said
southerly right of way line to a point of
intersection with the southerly exten-
sion of the easterly right of way line of
Division Street; Thence northwesterly
along said easterly right of way line to
the northwest corner of Lot 8 of Wull-
weber’s Subdivision; Thence south-
westerly along the southerly line of
John King’s Subdivision to the south-
west corner of the West 33.98 feet of
Lot 1-6 of John King’s Subdivision;
Thence northwesterly along the wester-
ly line of the West 33.98 feet of Lot 1-6
of John King’s Subdivision to the
northwest corner thereof; Thence
northeasterly along the northerly line of
said West 33.98 feet to the southwest
corner of Lot 1 of the East 329.98 feet
of Lot 8 of John King’s Subdivision;
Thence northwesterly along the wester-
ly line of said Lot 1 to a point of inter-
section with the southerly line of the NE
1/4 of said Lot 8; Thence southwesterly
along said southerly line to the south-
west corner of said NE 1/4 of Lot 8;
Thence northwesterly along the wester-
ly lines of the NE 1/4 of Lot 8, the SE
1/4 of Lot 10, the NE 1/4 Lot 10 and the
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E1/2 of Lot 12 all in John King’s Subdi-
vision to the northwest corner of said
E1/2 of Lot 12; Thence northeasterly
along the northerly line of said E1/2 of
Lot 12 to the southwest corner of Lot 1-
1-1 of the E1/2 of Lot 14 in John King’s
Subdivision; Thence northwesterly
along the westerly lines of Lot 1-1-1 of
the E1/2 of Lot 14 John King’s Subdivi-
sion to the northwest corner thereof;
Thence northeasterly along the norther-
ly line of said Lot 1-1-1 to a point of in-
tersection with the westerly right of way
line of Central Avenue; Thence north-
easterly crossing Central Avenue to a
point of intersection of the easterly right
of way line of Central Avenue and the
northerly right of way line of E. 25th
Street; Thence northeasterly along said
northerly right of way line and exten-
sion thereof to a point of intersection
with the easterly right of way line of Elm
Street; Thence southeasterly along
said easterly right of way line to a point
of intersection with the northerly right of
way line of E. 24th Street; Thence
northeasterly along said northerly right
of way line and extension thereof to a
point of intersection with the easterly
right of way line of Windsor Avenue;
Thence southeasterly along said east-
erly right of way line to a point of inter-
section with the northerly right of way
line of E. 22nd Street; Thence north-
easterly along said northerly right of
way line to a point of intersection with
the westerly right of way line of Stafford
Street; Thence northeasterly crossing
Stafford Street to a point of intersection
of the easterly right of way line of Staf-
ford Street and the northerly right of
way line of Thomas Place; Thence
southeasterly along said easterly right
of way line of Stafford Street and ex-
tension thereof to a point of intersection
with the southerly right of way line of
Garfield Avenue; Thence southwesterly
along said southerly right of way line to
a point of intersection with the center-
line of Stafford Street extended south-
easterly; Thence southeasterly along
the centerline of Stafford Street ex-
tended to a point of intersection with
the northwesterly line of Lot 2-2 of
Kerper Industrial Park; Thence south-
westerly along said northwesterly line
of Lot 1-2 of Kerper Industrial Park to
the northernmost point of Lot 1 of
Kerper Industrial Park; Thence south-
westerly along the westerly line of said
Lot 1 to a point of intersection with the
northerly right of way line of E. 16th
Street; Thence southwesterly along
said northerly right of way line to the
easterly right of way line of Pine Street;
Thence southeasterly crossing E. 16th
Street along said easterly right of way
of Pine St. extended to a point of inter-
section with the southerly right of way
line of E. 16th St.; Thence southwester-
ly along said southerly right of way line
to a point of intersection with the east-
erly right of way line of Elm Street;
Thence southeasterly along said east-
erly right of way line to a point of inter-
section with the northerly right of way
line of E. 15th Street; Thence south-
westerly along said northerly right of
way line to a point of intersection with
the westerly right of way line of Elm
Street; Thence southeasterly along
said westerly right of way of Elm Street
and extension thereof to a point of in-
tersection with the centerline of E. 12th
Street; Thence southwesterly along the
said centerline of E. 12th Street to a
point of intersection with the centerline
of White Street; Thence southeasterly
along said centerline of White Street to
a point of interjection with the centerline
of E. 11th Street; Thence southwesterly
along said centerline of E. 11th Street to
a point of intersection with the center-
line of Central Avenue; Thence north-
westerly along said centerline of Cen-
tral Avenue to a point of intersection
with the centerline of Loras Boulevard,
said point being the point of beginning.
p. Industrial Harbor Subarea shall
mean and include that area generally
bounded by the following description:
Commencing as a point of reference at
the intersection of the centerline of E.
12th Street and the westerly right of way
of Elm Street extended southeasterly,
in the City of Dubuque, Dubuque Coun-
ty, Iowa, said point being the point of
beginning; Thence northwesterly along
said westerly right of way line of Elm
Street and extension thereof to a point
of intersection with the northerly right of
way line of E. Fifteenth Street; Thence
northeasterly along said northerly right
of way line to a point of intersection
with the westerly right of way line of a
public alley lying between Pine Street
and Maple Street; Thence northwester-
ly along said westerly right of way line
to the northeast corner of the North 35
feet of Lot 255 in East Dubuque Addi-
tion; Thence southwesterly along the
northwesterly line of said Lot to a point
of intersection with the easterly right of
way line of Pine Street; Thence north-
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westerly along said easterly right of
way line and extension thereof to the
northerly right of way line of E. 16th
Street; Thence northeasterly along said
northerly right of way line to the south-
west corner of Lot 1 of Kerper Industrial
Park; Thence northwesterly and con-
tinuing northeasterly along the westerly
line of said Lot 1 to the most northerly
corner thereof; Thence southwesterly
along the westerly lines of Lot 1-2 and
Lot 2A of Kerper Industrial Park to the
southwest corner of said Lot 2A;
Thence northeasterly along the south-
erly line of said Lot 2A to the southeast
corner thereof; Thence northwesterly
along the easterly line of said Lot 2A to
the southwest corner of Lot 6 of Kerper
Industrial Park; Thence northeasterly
along the southerly line of said Lot 6 to
the southeast corner thereof; Thence
northwesterly along the easterly line of
said Lot 6 to the northeast corner
thereof and point of intersection with
the southerly right of way line of Kerper
Court; Thence northeasterly along said
southerly right of way line and exten-
sion thereof to a point of intersection
with the centerline of Kerper Blvd;
Thence northwesterly along said cen-
terline to a point of intersection with the
northerly line of Lot 3 of Kerper Indus-
trial Park extended easterly; Thence
northwesterly along said extended line
to the northeast corner of said Lot 3,
said point also being on the westerly
right of way line of Kerper Blvd.;
Thence northerly along said right of
way line to a point of intersection with
the northeasterly right of way line of
Fengler St.; Thence southeasterly
along the extension of said northeaster-
ly right of way line crossing Kerper
Blvd. to a point of intersection with the
westerly line of Lot 1A of Block 7 River
Front Subdivision No. 3, said point be-
ing on the easterly right of way line of
Kerper Blvd.; Thence southeasterly
along said easterly right of way line to a
point of intersection with the northerly
right of way line of E. 16th Street;
Thence southeasterly crossing E. 16th
Street to a point of intersection of the
south right of way line of E. 16th St.
and the east right of way line of Kerper
Blvd.; Thence northeasterly along the
southerly right of way line of E. 16th St.
to a point of intersection with the west-
erly shore of Peosta Channel; Thence
southeasterly continuing along the
westerly shore of Mississippi River ad-
jacent to the following: Kerper Blvd.,
River Front Subdivision No. 2, Part of
Government Lot 3, Section 19, T89N,
R3E, 5th P.M., Parts of Congressional
Lot 8 in Section 19, T89N, R3E, 5th
P.M, Dubuque Harbor Improvement
Company’s Addition, and River Front
Subdivision No. 1, to a point of inter-
section with the northerly line of Ice
Harbor Urban Renewal Subarea B, de-
scribed as “that area generally bound-
ed on the north and west by the Chica-
go, Central and Pacific Railroad right-
of-way, on the south by the northerly
boundary of Subarea A and on the east
by the municipal limits of the City of
Dubuque including any adjoining public
right-of-way; Thence northwesterly and
continuing southwesterly along the nor-
therly and westerly sides of Ice Harbor
Urban Renewal District Subarea B to a
point of intersection with the southerly
right of way line of E. 4th street; Thence
southwesterly along said southerly right
of way line to a point of intersection
with the centerline of U.S. Highways
61/151; Thence northeasterly along
said centerline to a point of intersection
with the centerline of E. 12th Street;
Thence southwesterly along said cen-
terline to a point of intersection with the
westerly right of way line of Elm St. ex-
tended, said point being the point of
beginning; Excepting therefrom, the
East 7th Street Subarea.
q. East 7th Street Subarea shall
mean and include the following de-
scribed properties: Block 13 Lot 1 of
Lot 4, Lot 1 of Lot 5, Lot 1 of Lot 6, and
Lots 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13 and 14; and
Block 16 Lots 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5; and
Block 17 Lots A, B, C, D, E, F, Lots 1,
2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14,
and 15, Lot 1 of Lot 16, Lot 1 of Lot 1 of
Lot 17, Lot 2 of Lot 1 of Lot 18, Lot 2 of
Lot 20, Lot 2 of Lot 21, Lot 2 of Lot 22,
Lot 2 of Lot 23, Lot 2 of Lot 24, Lot 2 of
Lot 25, Lot 2 of Lot 26, Lot 2 of Lot 27,
Lot 3 of Lot 28, Lot 3 of Lot 29, Lot 3 of
Lot 30, Lot 3 of Lot 31, Lot 3 of Lot 32,
all in the Dubuque Harbor Improvement
Co.'s Addition, Township 89 North,
Range 3 East of the 5th P.M., Dubuque
County, Iowa and any adjoining public
right-of-way.
r. Chaplain Schmitt Subarea shall
mean and include the following de-
scribed properties: All of that part of the
City of Dubuque lying easterly of the
Peosta Channel also known as Chap-
lain Schmitt Island and the area lying
east of the easterly right of way line of
Kerper Boulevard between the center-
line of U.S. Highway 61/151 and the
southerly right of way line of E. 16th
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Street in Sections 17, 18, 19 and 20,
T89N, R3E, 5th P.M. in the City of
Dubuque, Dubuque County, Iowa.
s. North Kerper Boulevard Subarea
shall mean and include that area gen-
erally bounded by the following descrip-
tion: Commencing as a point of refer-
ence at the point of intersection of the
centerline of U.S. Highways 61 and 151
with the easterly right of way line of
Kerper Boulevard in the City of Dubu-
que, Dubuque County, Iowa, said point
being the point of beginning; Thence
northwesterly along the easterly right of
way line of Kerper Boulevard to a point
of intersection with the northeasterly
right of way line of Fengler Street ex-
tended; Thence northwesterly along
said line crossing Kerper Boulevard
right of way to the southerly most cor-
ner of Lot 1, Block 19 River Front Sub-
division No. 3; Thence southeasterly
crossing Fengler Street right of way to
the northeast corner of Lot 3 of River
Front Subdivision No. 4, said point be-
ing a point of intersection of the south-
westerly right of way line of Fengler
Street with the westerly right of way line
of Kerper Boulevard; Thence continu-
ing southeasterly along said westerly
right of way line of Kerper Boulevard to
the northeast corner of Lot 3 of Kerper
Industrial Park; Thence westerly and
northwesterly along to north line of said
Lot 3 to a point of intersection with the
westerly line of Kerper Industrial Park;
Thence northeasterly along said west-
erly line to the northwest corner of
Kerper Industrial Park; Thence south-
easterly along the northerly line of
Kerper Industrial Park to the southwest
corner of Lot 1 of Lot 2 of Lot 20 of
Jaeger’s Subdivision, said point being
on the southeasterly right of way line of
Peosta Street; Thence northeasterly
along said right of way line to a point of
intersection with the southerly line of
Lot 2 of Giese Subdivision; Thence
southwesterly along said southerly line
to the southeast corner of Lot 2 of 19 of
Jaeger’s Subdivision; Thence north-
easterly along the easterly line of said
Lot 2 of 19 to the northeast corner of
said Lot 2 of 19, said point also being
on the westerly boundary of Block 19 of
River Front Subdivision No. 3; Thence
northeasterly along said westerly
boundary to the northwest corner of
Block 18, River Front Subdivision No.
3; Thence continuing northeasterly
along the westerly boundary of Block
18 and Block 17 of River Front Subdivi-
sion No. 3 to a point of intersection with
the southwesterly corner of Lot 1 of
part of Lot 8 in McCraney’s First Addi-
tion; Thence continuing northeasterly
along the westerly lines of Lot 1 of part
of Lot 8, Lot 1 of part of Lot 7, Lot 1 of
Lot 2 of part of Lot 6, Lot 1 of part of
Lot 6, Lot 1 of part of Lot 5, Lot 1 of
part of Lot 4, Lot 1 of part of Lot 3, Lot
1 of part of Lot 2, the East 25 feet of
part of vacated Marshall St., and Lot 2
of Lot 2 of Lot 1 all in McCraney’s First
Addition to the southwest corner of Lot
1 of Lot 2 of part of Lot 115 in Ham’s
Addition; Thence northeasterly along
the westerly lines of Lot 1 of Lot 2 of
part of Lot 115 and Lot 1 of part of Lot
114 all in Ham’s Addition to the most
westerly corner of Lot 1 of Bradley
Place; Thence northeasterly along the
westerly lines of Lot 1 and Lot 2 of
Bradley Place to the most westerly cor-
ner of Lot 1 Block 15 of River Front
Subdivision No. 3; Thence northeaster-
ly along the northwesterly line of said
Lot 1 Block 15 and continuing along the
northwesterly line of Lot 2 of said Block
15 to the most westerly corner of Lot 2
of In-Futuro Subdivision No. 1; Thence
continuing northeasterly along the
northwesterly line of In-Futuro Subdivi-
sion No. 1 and continuing along the
northwesterly line of Lots 1 and 2 of
Reidl Place to the southwest corner of
Lot 1 of Block 14 of River Front Subdi-
vision No. 3; Thence northeasterly
along the northwesterly line of said
Block 14 to the most westerly corner of
Block 13 of River Front Subdivision No.
3; Thence continuing northeasterly
along the northwesterly line of Blocks
13, 12, 11, 10 and 9 to the northerly
most corner of Lot 1 Block 9 River
Front Subdivision No. 3; Thence con-
tinuing northeasterly along the north-
westerly line of Lot 2 and Lot 2A, Block
9 River Front Subdivision No. 3 to the
northerly most corner of said Lot 2A;
Thence southeasterly along the north-
easterly line of said Lot 2A to the
northeast corner of said lot; Thence
southwesterly along the southeasterly
line of said Lot 2A to the most westerly
corner of Lot 178 of Ham’s Addition;
Thence southeasterly along the south-
westerly lines of Lots 178 and 59 of
Ham‘s Addition to the southerly most
corner of said Lot 59, said point also
being the point of intersection of the
northeasterly right of way line of Far-
ragut Street with the northwesterly right
of way line of Kerper Boulevard;
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Thence northeasterly along said Kerper
Boulevard right of way line and exten-
sion thereof to a point of intersection
with the northeasterly right of way line
of Hawthorne Street; Thence south-
easterly along the northeasterly and
easterly right of way line of Hawthorne
Street and Hawthorne Street Extension
to a point of intersection with the
southwesterly right of way line of Lake
Street; Thence southwesterly and
northwesterly along said right of way
line of Lake Street to a point of inter-
section with the southerly right of way
line of Harbor Street; Thence south-
westerly along said Harbor Street right
of way line to the northeast corner of
Lot 1 Block 4 River Front Subdivision
No. 3; Thence southeasterly along the
northeasterly line of said Lot 1 and con-
tinuing along the northeasterly line of
Lot 1 Block 3 of River Front Subdivision
No. 3 to the most easterly corner
thereof; Thence southwesterly along
the southeasterly line of said Lot 1
Block 3 to the easterly most corner of
Block 1 of River Front Subdivision No.
5; Thence southwesterly along the
southeasterly line of said Block 1 River
Front Subdivision No. 5 to the northerly
right of way line of Hamilton Street Ex-
tension; Thence southwesterly crossing
Hamilton Street Extension right of way
to the easterly most corner of Lot 2 of 3
of 1 Block 5 River Front Subdivision
No. 3; Thence continuing southwesterly
along the original easterly boundary
line of Blocks 5, 6 and 7 of River Front
Subdivision No. 3, to the southerly
most corner of Lot 2 of said Block 7,
said point being the northeast corner of
Lake Peosta Subdivision; Thence
southerly along the easterly line of
Lake Peosta Subdivision to a point of
intersection with the centerline of U.S.
Highways 61 and 151; Thence south-
westerly along said centerline to a point
of intersection with the easterly right of
way line of Kerper Boulevard, said
point of being the point of beginning;
Excepting therefrom the Quebecor
Economic Development District de-
scribed as Lot 1 of McGraw-Hill, Key
City Plating Replat in the City of Dubu-
que, Dubuque County, Iowa, and any
adjoining public rights of way.
t. Quebecor Subarea shall mean
and include the following described
properties: Lot 1 of McGraw-Hill, Key
City Plating Replat in the City of Dubu-
que, Dubuque County, Iowa, and any
adjoining public rights of way.
u. Harrison Street Subarea shall
mean and include the following de-
scribed properties: Lot 1 and Lot 2 of
Harrison Street Place No. 2, Lot 1 and
Lot 2 of Harrison Street Place No. 4,
and Lot 1 of Harrison Street Place No.
5 all in the City of Dubuque, Dubuque
County, Iowa and any adjoining public
rights of way.
v. Holy Ghost Subarea shall mean
and include the following described
properties: Lot 1 of 1 and 2 of 1 of
Paragon Square in the City of Dubu-
que, Dubuque County, Iowa; and also
including the public right of way of Cen-
tral Avenue abutting thereto; and
Lot 1, Lot 2, Lot 1 of 3, Lot 2 of
3, and Lot 4 all of “Dunn’s Subdivi-
sion”; and Lot 2 of Lot 1 of Lot 2 of
Lot 1 of Lot 18 of “John King’s
Dubuque”; in the City of Dubuque,
Iowa; and
A part of Central Avenue right of
way described as follows:
Commencing at the southeast-
erly corner of Lot 2-1 of Paragon
Square; thence southeasterly along
the westerly right of way line of
Central Avenue a distance of ap-
proximately 2,655 feet to the north-
easterly corner of Lot 1 of Lot 1 of
Lot 1 of the East Half of Lot 14 in
John King's Dubuque; thence
northeasterly crossing Central Ave-
nue to a point of intersection with
the easterly right of way line of Cen-
tral Avenue and the northerly right
of way line of East 25th Street;
thence northwesterly along the
easterly right of way line of Central
Avenue approximately 2,673 feet to
a point of intersection with said
easterly right of way line and the
easterly extension of the south line
of Lot 2-1 of Paragon Square;
thence southwesterly crossing Cen-
tral Avenue to the Point of Begin-
ning.
w. Almond Street Subarea shall mean
and include the following described proper-
ties: Commencing at the intersection of the
easterly right of way of Foye Street and the
southerly right of way line of the public al-
ley lying between Almond Street and West
Locust Street; thence easterly along said
southerly right of way line to a point of in-
tersection with the westerly right of way
line of Ellis Street; thence northwesterly
along said westerly right of way line to the
northeast corner of Lot 53 in Cox's Addi-
tion; thence northerly along the east line of
that part of the vacated alley adjacent to
Lots 53 and 54 in Cox's Addition approxi-
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mately 20 feet to the northeasterly corner
thereof; thence westerly along the north
line of said vacated alley adjacent to said
Lots 53 and 54 approximately 78 feet to
the northwest corner thereof; thence
southerly along the west line of said vacat-
ed alley adjacent to said Lots 53 and 54
approximately 20 feet to the southwest
corner thereof and the northeasterly corner
of Lot 55 in Cox's addition; thence easterly
along the north line of Lots 55 thru 66 in
Cox's addition to the northwest corner of
Lot 66 in Cox's Addition; thence southerly
along the west line of said Lot 66 to a point
of intersection with the northerly line of Lot
11 in Buettel's Subdivision; thence west
along the north line of Lot 11, Lot 2-10 and
Lot 1-10 of Buettel's Subdivision to a point
of intersection with the easterly right of way
line of Foye Street; thence southerly along
said easterly right of way line to the Point
of Beginning.
x. North End Subarea shall mean
and include the following described
properties:
Beginning at the intersection of the
easterly right of way line of Elm Street
and the northerly right of way line of
East 25th Street; thence northerly along
the easterly right of way line of Elm
Street to the southerly right of way line
of East 26th Street; thence northerly
across the East 26th Street right of way
to the southwest corner of Lot 283 of
Glendale Addition No. 3; thence north-
westerly along the westerly lines of
Lots 283 to 294, inclusive, of Glendale
Addition No. 3 to the southerly right of
way line of East 27th Street; thence nor-
therly across the East 27th Street right
of way to the southwest corner of Lot
210 of Glendale Addition; thence
northwesterly along the westerly lines
of Lots 210 to 221, inclusive, of Glen-
dale Addition to the southerly right of
way of East 28th Street; thence norther-
ly across the East 28th Street right of
way to the southwest corner of Lot 134
of Glendale Addition No. 2; thence
northwesterly along the westerly lines
of Lots 134 to 140, inclusive, of Glen-
dale Addition No. 2, and Lots 1, 2, and
3 of Glendale Addition No. 4, and Lot
145 Glendale Addition No. 2 to the
southerly right of way line of East 29th
Street; thence northerly across the East
29th Street right of way to the southwest
corner of Lot 61 of Glendale Addition;
thence northwesterly along the westerly
lines of Lots 61 to 72, inclusive, of
Glendale Addition to the southerly right
of way line of East 30th Street; thence
northerly across the East 30th Street
right of way to the to the southeast cor-
ner of a Part of Lot 8 of Mineral Lot 322
as shown on the Final Plat of Liebe’s
Subdivision No. 3, also being a point on
the westerly line of Lot 1-2-1 of Becker
Place, also being a point on the nor-
therly right of way of East 30th Street;
thence southwesterly along the norther-
ly right of way of East 30th Street to a
point on the easterly right of way of
Central Avenue; thence southeasterly
along the easterly right of way line of
Central Avenue to the northerly line of
East 25th Street; thence northeasterly
along the northerly line of East 25th
Street to the point of beginning; and
Beginning at the intersection of the
northerly right of way line of Diagonal
Street and the westerly right of way line
of Central Avenue; thence southerly
along the westerly right of way line of
Central Avenue to the northeast corner
of Lot 1 of Lot 1 of Lot 1 of the East
Half of Lot 14 in John King’s Dubuque;
thence southwesterly along the norther-
ly line of said Lot 1 of Lot 1 of Lot 1 of
the East Half of Lot 14 of John King’s
Dubuque to the northwest corner
thereof, thence southeasterly along the
west line of said Lot 1 of Lot 1 of Lot 1
of the East Half of Lot 14 of John King’s
Dubuque to the southwest corner
thereof; thence southwesterly along the
southerly line of the East Half of John
King’s Dubuque to the southwest cor-
ner thereof; thence southeasterly along
the east lines of the West Half of Lots
12, 10, and Northwest Quarter of 8 of
John King’s Dubuque to the southeast
corner of the Northwest Quarter of Lot
8 of John King’s Dubuque; thence
northeasterly along the northerly line of
Lot 2 of the East 329.98’ of the South-
west Half of Lot 8 of John King’s Dubu-
que to the northeast corner of said lot;
thence southeasterly along the easterly
line of said lot to the southeast corner
of said lot; thence southwesterly along
the southerly line of said lot to the
northeast corner of Lot 2 of Lot 6 of
John King’s Dubuque; thence south-
easterly along the easterly lines of Lot
2 of Lot 6 and Lot 3 of Lot 6 of John
King’s Dubuque to the southeast corner
of said Lot 3 of Lot 6; thence north-
easterly along the southerly line of the
Lot 6 of John King’s Dubuque to the
easterly right of way line of Division
Street; thence southeasterly along the
easterly line of Division Street and its
southerly extension to the southerly
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right of way line of West 24th Street;
thence southwesterly along the south-
erly right of way line of West 24th Street
to the easterly right of way line of Carr
Street; thence southeasterly along the
easterly right of way line of Carr Street
to the easterly extension of the north
line of Lot 2 of Brewery Addition;
thence southwesterly along the norther-
ly line of Lot 2 of Brewery Addition to
the southeast corner of Lot 6 of Gerald
Scherrer Subdivision; thence north-
westerly along the easterly line of Lot 6
of Gerald Scherrer Subdivision to the
northeast corner of Lot 6 of Gerald
Scherrer Subdivision and a point on the
westerly right of way line of Broadway
Street; thence northwesterly along the
westerly right of way line of Broadway
Street to the westerly extension of the
northerly right of way line of Diagonal
Street; thence southeasterly along said
right of way and extension to the point
of beginning; and
Lot 1-239 of Davis Farm Addition
and Lot 1-1-5 of Kiene & Altman's Sub-
division; and
Lots 1-4 & 2-1-5 of Kiene & Altmans
Subdivision; and
Lot 1-2 And 1-3 of Kiene & Altmans
Subdivision; and
Lot 1-1 of Kiene & Altman's Subdi-
vision; and
Lot 1-1-1-241 of Davis Farm Addi-
tion; and
Lot 2-1-1-241 & Lot 1-242 of Davis
Farm Addition; and
Lot 1-243 of Davis Farm Addition;
and
Lot 1-1-244 of Davis Farm Addition;
and
The South 26' of Lot 245 Davis
Farm Addition; and
The North 34' of Lot 245 Davis
Farm Addition; and
The East 1/2 of Lot 246 Davis Farm
Addition; and
The West 1/2 of Lot 246 Davis
Farm Addition; and
Lot 247 of Davis Farm Addition; and
Lot 248 of Davis Farm Addition; and
Lot 249 of Davis Farm Addition; and
The East 1/2 of Lot 250 of Davis
Farm Addition; and
The West 1/2 of Lot 250 of Davis
Farm Addition; and
Lot 251 and the South 1/2 of Lot
252, of Davis Farm Addition; and
Lot 253 and the North 1/2 of Lot
252, of Davis Farm Addition; and
Lot 254 of Davis Farm Addition; and
Lot 255 of Davis Farm Addition; and
The South 1/2 of Lot 256 of Davis
Farm Addition; and
The South 31.3' of the North 1/2 of
Lot 256 of Davis Farm Addition; and
The North 28.7' of the North 1/2 of
Lot 256 of Davis Farm Addition; and
Lot 257 of Davis Farm Addition; and
Lot 258 of Davis Farm Addition; and
Lot 259 of Davis Farm Addition; and
Lot 260 of Davis Farm Addition; and
Lot 261 of Davis Farm Addition; and
Lot 262 of Davis Farm Addition; and
The South 23.5' of The East 112' of
Lot 263 of Davis Farm Addition; and
The East 114' of the North 36'6" of
Lot 263 of Davis Farm Addition, and al-
so including the Public Right of Way of
West 28th Street abutting thereto; and
The North 36.5' and South 23.5' of
the West 114' of Lot 263 of Davis Farm
Addition, and also including the Public
Right of Way of West 28th Street abut-
ting thereto; and
Lot 2-265 of Davis Farm Addition,
and also including the Public Right of
Way of West 28th Street abutting there-
to; and
Lot 1-265 of Davis Farm Addition,
and also including the Public Right of
Way of West 28th Street abutting there-
to; and
Lot 2-1 of G R West's Addition and
Lot 1-266 of Davis Farm Addition; and
Lot 2-1-1 of G R West's Addition;
and
Lot 1-1-1 of G R Wests Addition
and Lot 2-266 of Davis Farm Addition;
and
The South 39'6" of Lot 2 of G R
West's Dubuque; and
The North 20.5' of Lot 2 & and the
South 3' of Lot 3 of G R West's Addi-
tion; and
Lot 2 of the North 57' of Lot 3 of G
R Wests Addition; and
Lot 1 of the North 57' of Lot 3 of G
R West's Addition; and
Lot 4 of G.R. West Addition; and
Lot 2 of Paragon Square; and
Lot 2-3 and 2-4 McDaniel’s Park
Hill, and Lots 8 and 1-9 of G.R. West’s
Addition; and
Lot 2-9 of G R West's Addition; and
Lots 10, the West 310' of the North
65' of Lot 2 -11, and the South 55' of
Lot 2-11, all in G R West’s Addition;
and
Lot 1 of 11 and the East 20' of the
North 65' of Lot 2 of G R West’s Addi-
tion; and
All that part of the Central Avenue
right of way lying south of the northerly
right of way line of West 30th Street and
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north of the easterly extension of the
northerly line of Lot 1 of 1 of Paragon
Square; and
All that part of the West 30th Street
right of way lying west of the easterly
right of way line of Central Avenue.
All in the City of Dubuque, Dubuque
County, Iowa.
(y) University Avenue Corridor
Subarea shall mean and include the
following described properties:
All that part of the Pennsylvania
Avenue right of way lying north of the
northerly right of way line of University
Avenue and lying south of the northerly
extension of the westerly line of Lot 2-
1-1-1-1-2-1 of Mineral Lot 256; and
All that part of the University Ave-
nue right of way lying east of the
southerly extension of the west line of
Lot 1-137 of Finley Waples and Burton
Addition, and lying west of the souther-
ly extension of the westerly line of Lot 2
of Lot 12 of Central Addition; and
All that part of the 9th Street right of
way lying south of the centerline of 9th
Street, lying east of the southerly ex-
tension of the westerly line of Lot 2 of
Lot 12 of Central Addition, and lying
west of the northerly extension of the
westerly line of Lot 1 of the Subdivision
of City Lot 688 and Part of City Lot 654;
and
All that part of the Finley Street right
of way lying south of the southerly right
of way line of University Avenue and ly-
ing north of the westerly extension of
the south line of the Northwest 95’ of
Lot 19 of Finley Waples and Burton
Addition; and;
All that part of the Asbury Road
right of way lying north of the northerly
right of way line of University Avenue
and lying south of the easterly exten-
sion of the southerly line of the East
100’ feet of Lot 159 of Finley Addition;
and
All that part of the Irving Street right
of way lying north of the northerly right
of way line of University Avenue and ly-
ing south of the easterly extension of
the northerly line of Lot 2 of Lot 2 of Lot
1 of Lot 1 of lot 1 of Lot 14 of Mineral
Lot 172; and
All that part of the Loras Boulevard
right of way lying east of the northerly
right of way line of University Avenue
and lying west of a line connecting the
northeast corner of Lot 2-3-13 of Min-
eral Lot 172 and the southeast corner
of Lot 1-249 of Woodlawn Park Addi-
tion; and
All that part of the Delhi Street right
of way lying south of the southerly right
of way line of University Avenue and ly-
ing north of the southerly extension of
the easterly line of Lot 2-1 of Schwind’s
Place; and
All that part of the North Grandview
Avenue right of way lying south of the
easterly extension of the south line of
Lot 7 of Tschirgi and Schwind’s Subdi-
vision and lying north of the northerly
right of way line of University Avenue;
and
All that part of the North Grandview
Avenue right of way lying south of the
southerly right of way line of University
Avenue and lying north of a line parallel
to and 150’ south of the southerly right
of way line of University Avenue; and
All that part of the McCormick
Street right of way lying south of the
southerly right of way line of University
Avenue and lying north of the easterly
extension of the south line of Lot 1 of
Herbst’s Subdivision; and
Lot 1-137 of Finley Waples & Bur-
ton’s Addition; and
Lot 1-136 and 2-137 of Finley
Waples & Burton’s Addition; and
Lot 1-232 of Finley Addition; and
Lot 229 of Finley Addition; and
Lot 130 of Finley Waples & Burton’s
Addition; and
Lot 131 of Finley Waples & Burton’s
Addition; and
Lot 132 of Finley Waples & Burton’s
Addition; and
Lot 133 of Finley Waples & Burton’s
Addition; and
The Northwest 95' of Lot 19 of Fin-
ley Waples & Burton’s Addition; and
The North 95' of Lot 18 of Finley
Waples & Burton’s Addition; and
Lot 17 of Finley Waples & Burton’s
Addition; and
The Northwest 25' of Lot 2 of Finley
Addition, and all adjacent Alley right of
way; and
The Southeast 41' of Lot 2 in Finley
Addition, and all adjacent Alley right of
way; and
Lot 1-1 and 2-1 in Finley Addition,
and all adjacent Alley right of way; and
Lot 1 of Mineral Lot 170, and all ad-
jacent Alley right of way; and
Lot 4, 1-3, 2-3, 2-2 and 1-2, all in
Mineral Lot 170 and all adjacent Alley
right of way; and
Lot 5 and Lot 2-6 of Mineral Lot
170; and
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Lot 1-6 and 2-7 of Mineral Lot 170
and Lot 2-2-1-1-1-14 of Mineral Lot
172; and
The West 2' of Lot 1 of the Subdivi-
sion of Lot 13 of Mineral Lot 172 and
Lot 2-13 of Mineral Lot 172 and Lot 2
Mabel’s Subdivision; and
The East 58' of Lot 1 of Lot 13 of
Mineral Lot 172, and Lot 2 of Lot 3-13
of Mineral Lot 172, and Lot 2A of Lot 1-
4-13 of Mineral Lot 172; and
Lot 2-8 of City Lot 703 and Lot 2-2-
9 of City Lot 703; and
Lot 1 of Herbst’s Subdivision; and
Lot 1-1 and Lot 2-1 of Schwind’s
Place.
All in the City of Dubuque, Dubuque
County, Iowa.
z. West Locust Corridor Subarea
shall mean and include the following
described properties:
All that part of the West Locust
Street right of way lying east of the
southerly extension of the westerly line
of Lot 2-1-1-1-1-2 of Clarke College
Place and lying west of the northerly
extension of the easterly right of way
line of Pierce Street; and
All that part of the Pierce Street
right of way lying south of the southerly
right of way line of West Locust Street
and lying north of the easterly exten-
sion of Lot 1 of Lot 1 of Connolly’s
Subdivision; and
All that part of the Kirkwood Street
right of way lying south of the southerly
right of way line of West Locust Street
and lying north of the northerly exten-
sion of the west line of Lot 5 of Union
Avenue Subdivision; and
All that part of the right of way of
the alley lying adjacent to and east of
Kingdom Hall Place and Lot 1 of the
West 1074’ of Lot 64 in Littleton and
Sawyer’s Addition, lying north of the
northerly right of way of West Locust
Street and lying south of the easterly
extension of the northerly line of Lot 1
of the West 1074’ of Lot 64 in Littleton
and Sawyer’s addition; and
All that part of the Rosedale Ave-
nue right of way lying south of the
southerly line of West Locust Street
and lying north of the easterly exten-
sion of the southerly line of Lot 42 of
Wm. Blake’s Addition; and
All that part of the right of way of
the alley lying adjacent to and east of
Lot 2-12B of Wood’s Addition, lying
south of the easterly right of way of
Rosedale Avenue and lying north of the
easterly extension of the southerly line
of said Lot 2-12B; and
All that part of the Alta Vista Street
right of way lying south of Lot 24D of A.
P. Wood’s Addition and lying north of
the easterly extension of the southerly
line of Lot 20 of A. P. Wood’s Addition;
and
All that part of the Williams Street
right of way lying east of the easterly
right of way line of Alta Vista Street and
lying west of westerly right of way line
of Blake Street; and
All that part of the north half of the
Bellevue Street right of way lying east
of the easterly right of way line of Alta
Vista Street and lying west of the west-
erly right of way line of Blake Street;
and
All that part of the Blake Street right
of way lying south of the southerly right
of way line of West Locust Street and
lying north of the westerly extension of
the centerline of Vacated Bellevue
Street adjacent to Lot 90 in A. P.
Woods Addition; and
Lot 5 and East 10' of Lot 4 Ellen
Blake’s Subdivision; and
The South 150' of the West 40' of
Lot 4 Ellen Blake’s Subdivision; and
The North 170' of the West 40' of
Lot 4 Ellen Blake’s Subdivision; and
Lot 3 of Ellen Blake’s Subdivision;
and
Lot 2 of Ellen Blake’s Subdivision;
and
Lot 1 of Ellen Blake’s Subdivision;
and
The East 235' of Lot 64 of Littleton
& Sawyer’s and Lot 2 of Mineral Lot
93A and the Balance of Lot 2 of Mineral
Lot 95; and
All of Kingdom Hall Place; and
Lot 1 of the West 1074' of Lot 64 of
Littleton & Sawyer's Addition; and
Lot 2-1-1-1 and Lot 1-2-1-1 of Wm.
Blake’s Addition, and Lot 2 & Lot 2-1 of
Part of Mineral Lot 184; and
Lot 1-1-1-1 and Lot 2-2-1-1 of Wm.
Blake’s Addition; and
Lot 2 and Lot 2-1 of Wm. Blake’s
Addition; and
Lots 1-3 and Lot 2-4 of Wm. Blake's
Addition; and
Lot 2-3 and 1-4 of Wm. Blake’s Ad-
dition; and
Lots 5 to 19, inclusive, of Wm.
Blake’s Addition; and
Lots 2-11, 2-12, and the East 30' of
Lot 2-10 in Southview Heights, also
Lots 20, 21 and the East 30' of Lot 22
of Wm. Blake’s Addition; and
The West 70' of Lot 22 of Wm.
Blake’s Addition and Lot 2-9 and the
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West 20' of Lot 2-10 of Southview
Heights; and
Lot 1-23 of Wm. Blake’s Addition
and Lots 2-2-7 and 1-2-8 of Southview
Heights; and
Lots 2-23 and the East 50' of Lot 24
of Wm. Blake’s Addition and Lots 2-6,
1-2-7, and 2-2-8 of Southview Heights;
and
The West 50' of Lot 24 of Wm.
Blake’s Addition and Lot 2-5 of South-
view Heights; and
Lot 25 of Wm. Blake’s Addition; and
Lot 26 Wm. Blake's Addition; and
Lot 27 of Wm. Blake’s Addition and
Lot 2-1-1-1-1-2 of Clarke College
Place; and
Lots 29 to 42, inclusive, of Wm.
Blake’s Addition; and
Lot 2 of Lot 43 of Wm. Blake’s Addi-
tion; and
Lot 2 of Lot 44 of Wm. Blake’s Addi-
tion; and
Lot 2 of Lot 45 of Wm. Blake’s Addi-
tion; and
Lot 2 of Lot 46 of Wm. Blake’s Sub-
division; and
Lot 2 of Lot 12B of Wood’s Addition;
and
Lots 20, 21, and 22 of A. P. Wood’s
Addition; and
Lot 23 of A. P. Wood’s Addition;
and
Lot 2-24 and 2-24A of A. P. Wood’s
Addition; and
Lot 24D of A. P. Wood’s Addition;
and
Lot 24C of A. P. Wood’s Addition;
and
Lots 24B to 36B, inclusive, of A. P.
Wood’s Addition; and
Lots 25A to 36A, inclusive, of A. P.
Wood’s Addition; and
The North 40' of Vacated Williams
Street in A. P. Wood’s Addition; and
Lots 25 to 36, inclusive, of A. P.
Wood’s Addition; and
Lots 6 to 10, inclusive, and the
North 1/2 and South 1/2 of Lot 5, all of
Lot 98A of A. P. Wood’s Addition; and
Lot 4-98A of Wood’s Addition; and
Lot 3-98A of A. P. Wood’s Addition;
and
Lot 2-98A of A. P. Wood’s Addition;
and
Lot 1-98A of A. P. Wood’s Addition;
and
Lots 90 to 98, inclusive, in A. P.
Wood’s Addition, and the northerly ½ of
Vacated Bellevue Street abutting said
lots 90 to 98, in A.P. Wood’s Addition;
and
Part of the North ½ of Vacated
Bellevue Street Lying South of
McGrath’s Subdivision Southeast ¼
Northeast ¼ Section 23, T89N, R2E in
the City of Dubuque; and
Part of Vacated Bellevue Street ly-
ing between McGrath’s Subdivision and
Kirkwood Place in the City of Dubuque;
and
Lot 1 and Lot 2-2 of McGrath’s
Subdivision; and
Lots 3 and 4 and Lot 1-2, all in
McGrath's Subdivision; and
Lot 5 of McGrath’s Subdivision; and
Lot 6 of McGrath’s Subdivision; and
Lot 1 of Mineral Lot 95; and
Lot 9 of McGrath’s Subdivision; and
Lots 7 and 8 of McGrath’s Subdivi-
sion; and
Lot 10 of McGrath’s Subdivision;
and
Lots 2 to 5, inclusive, of Union Ave-
nue Subdivision #2; and
Lot 1 of Union Avenue Subdivision
#2 and Lot 2 of Mosher’s Subdivision;
and
Lot 1-3, 1-2, and 1-1 of Connolly's
Subdivision, and Lot 1 of Part of City
Lot 711.
All in the City of Dubuque, Dubuque
County, Iowa.
aa. Dubuque Brewing and Malt-
ing Subarea shall mean and include
the following described properties:
Beginning at the intersection of
the northerly right of way line of
East 30th Street and the westerly
right of way line of Jackson Street;
thence northeasterly along the nor-
therly right of way line of East 30th
Street to the southeast corner of a
Part of Lot 8 of Mineral Lot 322 as
shown on the Final Plat of Liebe’s
Subdivision No. 3, also being a
point on the westerly line of Lot 1-2-
1 of Becker Place, thence north-
westerly along the easterly lines of
Part of Lot 8 and Part of Lot 7 as
shown on the Final Plat of Liebe’s
Subdivision, Lot 1-6 of Mineral Lot
322, and Lot 4A of Mineral Lot 322
and its northerly extension to a
point on the northerly right of way
line of East 32nd Street; thence
southwesterly along the northerly
right of way line of East 32nd Street
to the westerly right of way line of
Jackson Street; thence southeast-
erly along the westerly right of way
line of Jackson Street to the wester-
ly extension of the northerly line of
Lot 2 of Liebe’s Subdivision No. 2;
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thence northeasterly along said nor-
therly line and westerly extension to
the northeast corner of said Lot 2;
thence southeasterly along the
easterly line of Lots 1 and 2 of
Liebe’s Subdivision No. 2 to the
southeast corner of Lot 1 of Liebe’s
Subdivision No. 2; thence south-
easterly across Liebe Street right of
way to the northeast corner of Lot 1
of Liebe’s Subdivision No. 1; thence
southeasterly along the easterly
lines of Lots 1 and 2 of Liebe’s
Subdivision No. 1 to the southeast
corner of Lot 2 of Liebe’s Subdivi-
sion No. 1; thence southwesterly
along the southerly line of said Lot
2 and its westerly extension to the
westerly right of way of Jackson
Street; thence southeasterly along
the westerly right of way of Jackson
Street to the point of beginning.
bb. Amended Project Area shall
mean the areas of the City of
Dubuque, Iowa included within the
Town Clock Subarea, the Old Main
Subarea, the Town Clock Expan-
sion Subarea, the Upper Main Sub-
area, the Ice Harbor Subarea A, the
Ice Harbor Subarea B, the Ice Har-
bor Subarea C, the Warehouse
Subarea, the South Main Subarea,
the South Port Subarea, the Cable
Car Subarea, the Bluff Street Sub-
area, the South Bluff Street Subar-
ea, the Kerper Boulevard Subarea,
the Washington Neighborhood
Subarea, the Industrial Harbor
Subarea, the East 7th Street Subar-
ea, the Chaplain Schmitt Subarea,
the North Kerper Subarea, the
Quebecor Subarea, the Harrison
Street Subarea, the Holy Ghost
Subarea, the Almond Street Subar-
ea, the North End Subarea, the
University Avenue Corridor Subar-
ea, the West Locust Corridor Sub-
area, and the Brewing and Malting
Subarea, each as described in this
Section.
cc. Urban Renewal Plan shall
mean the Amended and Restated
Urban Renewal Plan for the Greater
Downtown Urban Renewal District,
approved by Resolution No. 401-16
on November 21, 2016, as the
same may be amended from time
to time.
Section 2: The taxes levied on the taxable
property in the Amended Project Area, legally
described in Section 1 hereof, by and for the
benefit of the State of Iowa, City of Dubuque,
County of Dubuque, Dubuque Community
School District, and all other taxing districts
from and after the effective date of this Ordi-
nance shall be divided as hereinafter in this
Ordinance provided.
Section 3: Taxes.
a. As to the Town Clock Subarea,
that portion of the taxes which would be
produced by the rate at which the tax is
levied each year by or for each of the
taxing districts taxing property in the
Town Clock Subarea upon the total
sum of the assessed value of the taxa-
ble property in the Town Clock Subarea
as shown on the assessment roll as of
January 1, 1966, being the assessment
roll last equalized prior to the date of
the initial adoption of the Urban Re-
newal Plan for the Downtown Dubuque
Urban Renewal Project, Iowa R-15,
shall be allocated to and when collect-
ed be paid into the fund for the respec-
tive taxing district as taxes by or for
said taxing district into which all other
property taxes are paid. The taxes so
determined shall be referred herein as
the "base period taxes" for such Sub-
area.
b. As to the Old Main Subarea,
base period taxes shall be computed in
the same manner using the total as-
sessed value shown on the assess-
ment roll as of January 1, 1993, being
the assessment roll as of January 1 of
the calendar year preceding the effec-
tive date of Ordinance No. 23-94.
c. As to the Town Clock Expansion
Subarea, base period taxes shall be
computed in the same manner using
the total assessed value shown on the
assessment roll as of January 1, 1996,
being the assessment roll as of Janu-
ary 1 of the calendar year preceding
the effective date of Ordinance No. 67-
97.
d. As to the Upper Main Subarea,
base period taxes shall be computed in
the same manner using the total as-
sessed value shown on the assess-
ment roll as of January 1, 2001, being
the assessment roll as of January 1 of
the calendar year preceding the effec-
tive date of Ordinance No. 26-02.
e. As to the Ice Harbor Subarea A,
base period taxes shall be computed in
the same manner using the total as-
sessed value shown on the assess-
ment roll as of January 1, 1988, being
the assessment roll as of January 1 of
the calendar year preceding the effec-
tive date of Ordinance No. 66-89.
f. As to the Ice Harbor Subarea B,
base period taxes shall be computed in
the same manner using the total as-
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sessed value shown on the assess-
ment roll as of January 1, 1999, being
the assessment roll as of January 1 of
the calendar year preceding the effec-
tive date of Ordinance No. 97-00.
g. As to the Ice Harbor Subarea C,
base period taxes shall be computed in
the same manner using the total as-
sessed value shown on the assess-
ment roll as of January 1, 2006, being
the assessment roll as of January 1 of
the calendar year preceding the effec-
tive date of Ordinance No. 20-07.
h. As to the Warehouse Subarea,
base period taxes shall be computed in
the same manner using the total as-
sessed value shown on the assess-
ment roll as of January 1, 2006, being
the first day of the calendar year pre-
ceding the effective date of Ordinance
No. 63-07.
i. As to the South Main Subarea,
base period taxes shall be computed in
the same manner using the total as-
sessed value shown on the assess-
ment roll as of January 1, 2006, being
the first day of the calendar year pre-
ceding the effective date of Ordinance
No. 63-07.
j. As to the South Port Subarea,
base period taxes shall be computed in
the same manner using the total as-
sessed value shown on the assess-
ment roll as of January 1, 2007, being
the first day of the calendar year pre-
ceding the effective date of Ordinance
No. 60-08.
k. As to the Cable Car Subarea,
base period taxes shall be computed in
the same manner using the total as-
sessed value shown on the assess-
ment roll as of January 1, 2008, being
the first day of the calendar year pre-
ceding the effective date of Ordinance
58-09.
l. As to the Bluff Street Subarea,
base period taxes shall be computed in
the same manner using the total as-
sessed value shown on the assess-
ment roll as of January 1, 2009, being
the first day of the calendar year pre-
ceding the effective date of Ordinance
51-10.
m. As to the South Bluff Street
Subarea, base period taxes shall be
computed in the same manner using
the total assessed value shown on the
assessment roll as of January 1, 2010,
being the first day of the calendar year
preceding the effective date of Ordi-
nance 33-11.
n. As to the Kerper Boulevard Sub-
area, base period taxes shall be com-
puted in the same manner using the to-
tal assessed value shown on the as-
sessment roll as of January 1, 1993,
being the first day of the calendar year
preceding the effective date of Ordi-
nance 43-94.
o. As to the Washington Neighbor-
hood Subarea, base period taxes shall
be computed in the same manner using
the total assessed value shown on the
assessment roll as of January 1, 2010,
being the first day of the calendar year
preceding the effective date of Ordi-
nance 33-11.
p. As to the Industrial Harbor Sub-
area, base period taxes shall be com-
puted in the same manner using the to-
tal assessed value shown on the as-
sessment roll as of January 1, 2010,
being the first day of the calendar year
preceding the effective date of Ordi-
nance 33-11.
q. As to the East 7th Street Subar-
ea, base period taxes shall be comput-
ed in the same manner using the total
assessed value shown on the assess-
ment roll as of January 1, 1996, being
the first day of the calendar year pre-
ceding the effective date of Ordinance
64-97.
r. As to the Chaplain Schmitt Sub-
area, base period taxes shall be com-
puted in the same manner using the to-
tal assessed value shown on the as-
sessment roll as of January 1, 2010,
being the first day of the calendar year
preceding the effective date of Ordi-
nance 33-11.
s. As to the North Kerper Subarea,
base period taxes shall be computed in
the same manner using the total as-
sessed value shown on the assess-
ment roll as of January 1, 2011, being
the first day of the calendar year pre-
ceding the effective date of Ordinance
60-12.
t. As to the Quebecor Subarea,
base period taxes shall be computed in
the same manner using the total as-
sessed value shown on the assess-
ment roll as of January 1, 2001, being
the first day of the calendar year pre-
ceding the effective date of Ordinance
88-02.
u. As to the Harrison Street Subar-
ea, base period taxes shall be comput-
ed in the same manner, using the total
assessed value shown on the assess-
ment roll as of January 1, 2011, being
the first day of the calendar year pre-
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ceding the effective date of Ordinance
60-12.
v. As to the Holy Ghost Subarea,
base period taxes shall be computed in
the same manner, using the total as-
sessed value shown on the assess-
ment roll as of January 1, 2013, being
the first day of the calendar year pre-
ceding the effective date of Ordinance
45-14.
w. As to the Almond Street Subar-
ea, base period taxes shall be comput-
ed in the same manner, using the total
assessed value shown on the assess-
ment roll as of January 1, 2013, being
the first day of the calendar year pre-
ceding the effective date of Ordinance
45-14.
x. As to the North End Subarea,
base period taxes shall be computed in
the same manner, using the total as-
sessed value shown on the assess-
ment roll as of January 1, 2015, being
the first day of the calendar year pre-
ceding the effective date of this Ordi-
nance.
y. As to the University Avenue Cor-
ridor Subarea, base period taxes shall
be computed in the same manner, us-
ing the total assessed value shown on
the assessment roll as of January 1,
2015, being the first day of the calendar
year preceding the effective date of this
Ordinance.
z. As to the West Locust Corridor
Subarea, base period taxes shall be
computed in the same manner, using
the total assessed value shown on the
assessment roll as of January 1, 2015,
being the first day of the calendar year
preceding the effective date of this Or-
dinance.
aa. As to the Brewing and Malt-
ing Subarea, base period taxes
shall be computed in the same
manner, using the total assessed
value shown on the assessment roll
as of January 1, 2007, being the
first day of the calendar year pre-
ceding the effective date of Ordi-
nance 61-08.
Section 4: That portion of the taxes each
year in excess of the base period taxes for the
Amended Project Area, determined for each
Subarea thereof as provided in Section 3 of
this Ordinance, shall be allocated to and when
collected be paid into the special tax increment
fund previously established by the City of
Dubuque to pay the principal of and interest on
loans, monies advanced to, or indebtedness,
whether funded, refunded, assumed or other-
wise, including bonds issued under authority of
Section 403.9 or Section 403.12 of the Code of
Iowa, incurred by the City of Dubuque, Iowa to
finance or refinance, in whole or in part, urban
renewal projects undertaken within the
Amended Project Area pursuant to the Urban
Renewal Plan, except that taxes for the regular
and voter-approved physical plant and equip-
ment levy of a school district imposed pursuant
to Section 298.2 of the Code of Iowa and taxes
for the instructional support program of a
school district imposed pursuant to Section
257.19 (but in each case only to the extent
required under Section 403.19(2)), taxes for
the payment of bonds and interest of each
taxing district, and taxes imposed under Sec-
tion 346.27(22) related to joint county-city
buildings shall be collected against all taxable
property within the Amended Project Area
without any limitation as hereinabove provided.
Section 5: Unless or until the total as-
sessed valuation of the taxable property in the
Subareas of the Amended Project Area ex-
ceeds the total assessed value of the taxable
property in said Subareas shown by the as-
sessment rolls referred to in Section 3 of this
Ordinance, all of the taxes levied and collected
upon the taxable property in the Amended
Project Area shall be paid into the funds for the
respective taxing districts as taxes by or for the
taxing districts in the same manner as all other
property taxes.
Section 6: At such time as the loans, mon-
ies advanced, bonds and interest thereon and
indebtedness of the City of Dubuque referred
to in Section 4 hereof have been paid, all mon-
ies thereafter received from taxes upon the
taxable property in the Amended Project Area
shall be paid into the funds for the respective
taxing districts in the same manner as taxes
on all other property.
Section 7: All ordinances or parts of ordi-
nances in conflict with the provisions of this
Ordinance are hereby repealed. The provi-
sions of this Ordinance are intended and shall
be construed so as to continue the division of
taxes from property within the Amended Pro-
ject Area under the provisions of Section
403.19 of the Code of Iowa, as authorized in
Ordinance Nos. 45-14, as previously amend-
ed, and Ordinance No. 61-08 (with respect to
the area described herein as the Dubuque
Brewing & Malting Subarea), and to fully im-
plement the division of taxes in the North End,
University Avenue Corridor, and West Locust
Corridor Subareas. In the event that any provi-
sion of this Ordinance shall be determined to
be contrary to law it shall not affect other pro-
visions or application of this Ordinance which
shall at all times be construed to fully invoke
the provisions of Section 403.19 of the Code of
Iowa with reference to the Amended Project
Area and the territory contained therein.
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Section 8: This Ordinance shall be in effect
after its final passage, approval and publica-
tion as provided by law.
Passed and approved this 21st day of No-
vember, 2016.
/s/Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: /s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Published: November 25, 2016
6. Request for Work Session - Bee Branch
Creek Restoration Project Walking Tour: City
Manager requesting that the City Council
schedule work session walking tours of the
Bee Branch Creek Restoration Project on
Monday, April 10, 2017 at 5:30 p.m.; and
Monday, May 22, 2017 at 5:30 p.m. Motion by
Connors to receive and file the documents and
set the work sessions as recommended. Se-
conded by Lynch. Motion carried 7-0.
COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS
Mayor Buol reported on his attendance and
presentation at the recent National League of
Cities Conference in Pittsburg, PA, regarding
engaging small- and medium-sized cities in
sustainability.
Council Member Connors reported on her
presentation to a Cub Scout group about
elected officials noting the great level of
knowledge about government with the scouts
and leaders.
CLOSED SESSION
Motion by Jones to convene in closed ses-
sion at 8:10 p.m. to discuss pending litigation
and real estate transfer negotiations pursuant
to Chapter 21.5(1)(c), -(j) Code of Iowa. Se-
conded by Resnick. Motion carried 7-0. For the
record, the attorney who consulted with City
Council on the issues discussed in the closed
session was City Attorney Crenna Brumwell.
Upon motion, the City Council reconvened
in open session at 8:49 p.m. stating that staff
had been given proper direction.
There being no further business, upon mo-
tion the City Council adjourned at 8:50 p.m.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, CMC, City Clerk
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
SPECIAL SESSION
OFFICIAL
The Dubuque City Council met in special
session at 6:00 p.m. on November 28, 2016 in
the Historic Federal Building, 350 W. 6th
Street.
Present: Mayor Buol; Council Members
Connors, Del Toro, Jones, Lynch, Resnick;
City Manager Van Milligen, City Attorney
Brumwell
Absent: Council Member Rios
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
the Source of Income Report.
WORK SESSION
Source of Income
Preliminary Report and Options
City Manager Van Milligen introduced the
work session with an overview of the history
and activities of the Source of Income (SOI)
Committee. Housing and Community Devel-
opment Department Director Alvin Nash, Hu-
man Rights Director Kelly Larson, City Attor-
ney Crenna Brumwell and Planning Services
Manager Laura Carstens, Assisted Housing
Supervisor Janet Walker, and SOI Committee
Members Patrick Norton, Tom LoGuidice, and
John Pregler then conducted the work session.
Topics included:
• Issues identified by housing providers,
renters, Affirmatively Furthering Fair
Housing, red tape
• Identifying the goals: collect data; de-
velop compromise; and examine the
impact of an ordinance, ways to ad-
dress concerns, range of fair housing
choices
• Description of the Housing Choice
Voucher Program (Section 8), eligibility,
common problems; and quality, availa-
bility, and affordability of housing
• SOI legal research: sources of income,
federal/state/local laws, proposed legis-
lation
• Summary of rental survey results:
number of respondents, perspectives
on responsibility, SOI ordinance & dis-
crimination, risk & incentives
• Review and summary of community di-
alogues
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• Reasons, aspects and potential risks of
scenarios: #1 Adopt Ordinance; #2 In-
centives/Adjustments; #3 Leave as is
• Preliminary Options Overview
o #1 Maintain the status quo
o #2 Add SOI definition to cur-
rent discrimination ordinance
o #3 Create a SOI Housing Or-
dinance separate from dis-
crimination ordinance
o #4 Adopt and implement a mix
of education/outreach pro-
grams to increase participa-
tion in Housing Choice
Voucher program
o #5 Adopt and implement a mix
of financial incentives to in-
crease participation in the
Housing Choice Voucher pro-
gram
o #6 Adopt and implement a mix
of financial incentives/policies
for creation of Housing Choice
Voucher (HCV) unit through-
out the community
A question/answer period followed with the
City Council discussing landlord/tenant rights
to choose, concerns over mandating participa-
tion in government programs; landlord/tenant
contracts/leases; perceived errors in data and
process expressed by survey participants; the
feasibility/legality of a establishing a damage
recovery fund using TIF funding; and the need
to grow the percentage of participation in the
HCV program. Mr. Nash will facilitate addition-
al input from participants that took exception
with the input process. Ms. Brumwell will ex-
plore the concept of using TIF for the damage
recovery fund concept. Mr. Van Milligen in-
formed the Council that the City is already
doing most of Preliminary Option #6.
The City Council concurred on Preliminary
Option #4 as a baseline and directed staff to
continue work on expanding upon that option.
There being no further business, upon mo-
tion the City Council adjourned at 7:39 p.m.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, CMC, City Clerk
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
REGULAR SESSION
OFFICIAL
The Dubuque City Council met in regular
session at 6:00 p.m. on December 5, 2016 in
the Historic Federal Building, 350 W. 6th
Street.
Present: Mayor Buol; Council Members
Connors, Jones, Lynch, Resnick, Rios; City
Manager Van Milligen, City Attorney Brumwell
Absent: Council Member Del Toro
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
AMENDMENT TO AGENDA
Upon receipt of correspondence and a re-
quest from staff, Council Member Connors
motioned to remove Public Hearing #1 South
Pointe Urban Renewal Area (Plan) and Action
Item #5 South Pointe Urban Renewal Area
(Ordinance) from the agenda. Seconded by
Jones. Motion carried 6-0.
CONSENT ITEMS
Motion by Lynch to receive and file the
documents, adopt the resolutions, and dispose
of as indicated. Seconded by Jones. Motion
carried 6-0.
1. Minutes and Reports Submitted: City
Council Proceedings of 11/21, 11/28; Human
Rights Commission of 10/10; Library Board of
Trustees Council Update #155 of 11/17; Sister
City Relationships Advisory Commission of
11/16; Transit Advisory Board of 10/6; Proof of
Publication for City Council Proceedings of
11/7, 11/14; Proof of Publication of List of
Claims and Summary of Revenues for Month
Ending 10/31. Upon motion the documents
were received and filed.
2. Notice of Claims and Suits: Michael
Jelinske for vehicle damage; Allison Schmitt
for vehicle damage; and Suzan Taliaferro for
vehicle damage. Upon motion the documents
were received, filed and referred to the City
Attorney.
Book 146 Regular Session, December 5, 2016 479
3. Disposition of Claims: City Attorney ad-
vising that the following claims have been re-
ferred to Public Entity Risk Services of Iowa,
the agent for the Iowa Communities Assurance
Pool: Susan Taliaferro for vehicle damage.
4. Government Finance Officers Associa-
tion Distinguished Budget Presentation Award:
Correspondence from the Government Fi-
nance Officers Association (GFOA) presenting
the City with the Distinguished Budget Presen-
tation Award for Fiscal Year 2015-2016 and
recognizing Budget Director Jennifer Larson
and Senior Budget Analyst Alexis Steger. Up-
on motion the documents were received and
filed.
5. Dubuque Dream Center Letters of Sup-
port: City Manager recommending approval of
letters of support for the Dubuque Dream Cen-
ter's application for a 21st Century Community
Learning Center Grant. Upon motion the doc-
uments were received, filed and approved.
6. Heritage Trail Letter of Support: City
Manager recommending approval of a Letter
of Support to the Dubuque County Conserva-
tion Board in support of the Board's Federal
Recreation Trail Grant for replacement of three
deteriorating bridges on the Heritage Trail.
Upon motion the documents were received,
filed and approved.
7. Dubuque Marshall Islands Health Pro-
ject Grant Application: City Manager recom-
mending approval to submit a grant application
through the State Transit Assistance program
to provide transportation for Marshallese to
medical care through the Dubuque Marshall
Islands Health Project. Upon motion the doc-
uments were received, filed and approved.
8. Jule Operations and Training Center -
DMATS STP Funding Grant Application: City
Manager recommending approval of a grant
application to the DMATS STP Funding pro-
gram to provide final funding for the Jule Op-
erations and Training Center to be located at
925 Kerper Boulevard. Upon motion the doc-
uments were received and filed and Resolution
No. 406-16 Authorizing the filing of a grant
application with Dubuque Metropolitan Area
Transportation Study for Surface Transporta-
tion Program Funding for the City of Dubuque
(Bus Storage and Maintenance Facility) was
adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 406-16
AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF A GRANT
APPLICATION WITH DUBUQUE METRO-
POLITAN AREA TRANSPORTATION STUDY
FOR SURFACE TRANSPORTATION PRO-
GRAM FUNDING FOR THE CITY OF DUBU-
QUE (BUS STORAGE AND MAINTENANCE
FACILITY)
Whereas, the current facility is over 100
years old and has a leaking roof system caus-
ing other structural deficiencies; inadequate
space for the fleet; and a sprinkler system not
meeting fire code; and
Whereas, the BSMF will provide housing
for The Jule’s brand-new fleet of clean diesel
buses that were purchased with federal and
state grant funds during 2011-2012, as well as
reduce long term maintenance costs by replac-
ing the existing 100-year-old facility. The
BSMF will also provide options for future ex-
pansion; reduce deadhead travel and potential
delays of the service. The BSMF will be locat-
ed on the Intermodal Campus at the site of the
old City garage and will complement the ser-
vices provided at the Intermodal Center; and
Whereas, the City of Dubuque is seeking
the necessary funding for project implementa-
tion, and upon completion, in cooperation with
the FEDERAL TRANSIT ADMINISTRATION,
be responsible for adequately maintaining and
operating the project for public use during the
project’s useful life.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA, THAT:
Section 1. The City makes grant applica-
tion with the Dubuque Metropolitan Area
Transportation Study for funds through the
Surface Transportation Program to fund (Bus
Storage and Maintenance Facility).
Passed, approved and adopted this 5th day
of December, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
9. Assistance to Firefighter Grant: City
Manager recommending approval to submit an
application to the Assistance to Firefighters
Grant program to purchase replacement fire-
fighting gloves and protective hoods, and to
fund the purchase of a testing device to insure
proper fit testing of respiratory masks. Upon
motion the documents were received, filed and
approved.
10. Employer Mandate Reporting Services
Agreement: City Manager recommending ap-
proval of an agreement with Cottingham &
Butler Insurance Services to prepare and file
the required Internal Revenue Service forms
1094-C and 1095-C on behalf of the City. Up-
on motion the documents were received, filed
and approved.
11. Design Mill - IEDA Contract Amend-
ment: City Manager recommending approval
of a resolution authorizing an amendment to a
Book 146 Regular Session, December 5, 2016 480
contract with the Iowa Economic Development
Authority (IEDA) for Iowa Values Fund Finan-
cial Assistance benefits on behalf of Design
Mill, Inc. Upon motion the documents were
received and filed and Resolution No. 407-16
Approving an Amendment to the Economic
Development Financial Assistant Contract by
and among Design Mill, Inc., the City of Dubu-
que, and the Iowa Department of Economic
Development was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 407-16
APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FINANCIAL
ASSISTANCE CONTRACT BY AND AMONG
DESIGN MILL, INC., THE CITY OF DUBU-
QUE, AND THE IOWA DEPARTMENT OF
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Whereas, Design Mill, Inc. (Design Mill)
and the City of Dubuque (City) entered into an
Economic Development Financial Assistance
Contract (the Contract) with the Iowa Econom-
ic Development Authority (IEDA) for the ex-
pansion of Design Mill, Inc.’s (DMI) operations
in Dubuque, Iowa; and
Whereas, DMI has requested an extension
of the Project Completion Date in the Contract
from June 30, 2016 to June 30, 2017; and
Whereas, the IEDA Board approved an ex-
tension of the Project Completion Date to June
30, 2017; and
Whereas, the parties now desire to amend
the Contract as set forth in the attached Con-
tract Amendment.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The Contract Amendment is
hereby approved.
Section 2. The Mayor is hereby authorized
and directed to execute and the City Manager
is hereby directed to submit the Contract
Amendment to the Iowa Economic Develop-
ment Authority together with such other docu-
ments as may be required.
Passed, approved, and adopted this 5th
day of December, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
12. Catfish Creek Watershed Management
Authority Member Appointment: City Manager
recommending approval to appoint Water and
Resource Recovery Center Lab Technician II
Brian Noonan as the City staff representative
on the Catfish Creek Watershed Management
Authority’s Board of Directors. Upon motion
the documents were received, filed and ap-
proved.
13. Delinquent Garbage, Junk and Weed
Removal Collection Accounts: City Manager
recommending the levy of special assess-
ments for the Weed/Junk/Garbage Enforce-
ment Programs being levied against 27 sepa-
rate parcels of property inspected from June
22, 2016 to November 18, 2016. Upon motion
the documents were received and filed and
Resolution No. 408-16 Adopting the Schedule
of Assessments for 2016 and Directing the
City Clerk to certify the Schedule of Assess-
ments to the County Treasurer and to publish
notice thereof was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 408-16
ADOPTING THE SCHEDULE OF ASSESS-
MENTS FOR 2016 AND DIRECTING THE
CITY CLERK TO CERTIFY THE SCHEDULE
OF ASSESSMENTS TO THE COUNTY
TREASURER AND TO PUBLISH NOTICE
THEREOF
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
That after full consideration of the Sched-
ule of Assessments attached hereto for
weed/grass cutting and junk/garbage removal
tax assessments which Schedule of Assess-
ments was filed in the office of the City Clerk
on the 1st day of December, 2016, the said
Schedule of Assessments be and the same is
hereby approved and adopted.
That there be, and is hereby assessed and
levied as a lien upon the real property, the
respective sums indicated.
That the City Clerk be and is hereby di-
rected to certify said schedule to the County
Treasurer of Dubuque County, Iowa, and to
publish notice of said certification once each
week for two consecutive weeks in the manner
provided in Iowa Code §362.3, the first publi-
cation of which shall be not more than fifteen
days from the date of filing of the final sched-
ule. On or before the date of the second publi-
cation of the notice, the City Clerk shall also
mail a copy of said notice to property owners
whose property is subject to assessment, as
provided and directed in Iowa Code §384.60.
The assessments may be paid in full or in
part without interest at the Utility Billing Office,
City Hall, 50 W. 13th Street, Dubuque, Iowa, at
any time within 30 days after the date of the
first publication of the notice of the filing of the
Schedule of Assessments with the County
Treasurer. After 30 days, unpaid assessments
are payable at the County Treasurer’s Office,
Dubuque County Courthouse, 720 Central
Avenue, Dubuque, Iowa, and charges shall be
collected in the same manner as general
property taxes against the respective parcels
of the property set opposite the name of the
property owner.
Passed, approved and adopted this 5th day
of December, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Book 146 Regular Session, December 5, 2016 481
SCHEDULE OF ASSESSMENTS FOR
W EED/JUNK/GARBAGE ENFORCEMENT
PROGRAMS
Owner; Property Address; Parcel; Legal
Description; Total
Thomas A Fries, 1225 N Booth St, Dubu-
que, IA 52001; N Booth St, 1225; 1023483017;
Lot 2-1 Trenks Booth St Pl; $92.50
Todd Fishnick, 2464 White St, Dubuque, IA
52001; White St, 2464; 1013379004; W 86' 9"
Lot 182 & N 16' of N 20' Of W 86' 9" Lot 183 L
H Langworthy’s Add; $158.00
Gary & Rose Swank, PO Box 1173, Dubu-
que, IA 52004; High Bluff St, 981;
1013437013; NE 48.8'-E 1/2-Lot 37 Hooper's
Add; $160.00
Patrick & Sean Coleman, 4101 Vincent
Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55410; Southern Ave,
Lot Next to 420; 1036253003; Lot 3 Rowan's
Add; $92.50
Timothy Schulte, 2240 Hoyt St, Dubuque,
IA 52001; Hoyt St, 2240; 1023327001; Lot 1-3
Pfohl’s Sub; $81.25
Deane & Manolita Dement, PO Box 836,
Dubuque, IA 52004; University Ave, 686;
1025129017; Lot 2-1-1-10 Kelly’s Sub & Lot 2-
1-11 Kelly’s Sub; $92.50
John T. Brown, 1695 Garfield Ave, Dubu-
que, IA 52001; Garfield Ave, 1695;
1118180013; NE 1/2 of Lot 242 Hams Add;
$115.00
Louis G. Mihalakis, 1212 Miller Rd, Dubu-
que, IA 52003; Air Hill St, 850; 102513011; N
40'-S 1/2-Lot 12, S 35'-S 1/2-Lot 12, & S 60'-
Lot 13 all in Kelly's Sub; $115.00
Fredrick J Kammiller III AKA Fredrick Jo-
seph Kammiller Living Revocable Trust, 17470
Kammiller Ln, Durango, IA 52039; Hill St, 500;
1025178001; Lot 1 in George Martins Sub;
$47.50
Barbara Keehner, 12 Collins St, Dubuque,
IA 52001; Collins St, 12; 1026326001; N 29'
Lot 48 & S 24' Lot 47 O'Neills Sub No 3;
$92.50
Fredrick J Kammiller III AKA Fredrick Jo-
seph Kammiller Living Revocable Trust, 17470
Kammiller Ln, Durango, IA 52039; Hill St, 500;
1025178001; Lot 1 In George Martins Sub;
$67.50
Raymond & Patricia Anger, PO Box 242,
Hanover, Il 61041; Dillon St, 248; 1025355006;
Lot 45 Grandview Ave Add; $92.50
Renee Martin, 3950 Creston St & 3020
Brunswick, Dubuque, IA 52001; Creston St,
3950; 1021351004; Lot 14 Blk 17 Mettel-
Byrne; $92.50
Louis G. Mihalakis, 1212 Miller Rd, Dubu-
que, IA 52003; Air Hill St, 850; 102513011; N
40'-S 1/2-Lot 12, S 35'-S 1/2-Lot 12, & S 60'-
Lot 13 all in Kelly's Sub; $115.00
HBH Holding Partnership, 13750 Surrey
Ln, Dubuque, IA 52001; Lot Next to 2720
Broadway St; 1013305010; Lot 3 Blk 1 Broad-
way Heights; $145.00
Gary & Annette Haas, 520 Stafford St,
Dubuque, IA 52001; Stafford St, 2520;
1013411005; Lot 2 A Stine's Sub; $85.00
Holly Lynch, 2708 Andrew Ct, Dubuque, IA
52001; Andrew Ct, 2708; 1014331001; Lot 7
Richards Sub; $85.00
Patrick & Sean Coleman, 4101 Vincent
Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55410; Southern Ave,
Lot Next to 420; 1036253003; Lot 3 Rowan's
Add; $70.00
Elizabeth Soule or Current Occupant, 1576
Washington St, Dubuque, IA 52001; Washing-
ton St, 1576; 1024282005; Lot 1-1-113 E
Dubuque Add; $340.70
Aaron & Brianna Locke, 321 Monroe St,
Dubuque, IA 52001; Monroe St, 321;
1013310005; Lot 22 Rebmans Sub; $115.00
Anthony Petty, 2815 Davenport St, Dubu-
que, IA 52001; Davenport St, 2815;
1014430002; Lot 16 McDaniel's Park Hill;
$145.00
Megan Otruba, 730 Edith St, Dubuque, IA
52001; Edith St, 730; 1013130005; Lot 55
O'Neills River View; $70.00
Stacy Tuegel, 2425 Windsor Ave, Dubu-
que, IA 52001; Windsor Ave, 2425;
1013453021; Lot 34 & Lot 34a Staffords Add;
$92.50
Lynn Hingtgen Construction, 27894 Belle-
vue Cascade Rd, Bellevue, IA 52031; Cedar
Cross Rd, 406; 1034105009; Lot 2-1 Mineral,
Lot 219 & Lot 2-1 Mineral, Lot 222; $85.00
Holly Lynch, 2708 Andrew Ct, Dubuque, IA
52001; Andrew Ct, 2708; 1014331001; Lot 7
Richards Sub; $115.00
John Ley, 799 Rush St, Dubuque, IA
52003; Rush St, 799; 1025455011; Lot 1-2-S
165'-190 Union Add; $245.00
Virginia Macker, 1617 Lincoln Ave, Dubu-
que, IA 52001; Lincoln Ave, 1617;
1118152003; NE 1/2 of Lot 564 Hams Add;
$282.90
Travis & Kendra Kaiser, 2721 Elm St
Dubuque, IA 52001; Elm St, 2721;
1013182023; S 1/2 of Lot 191 Glendale Add;
$170.00
Joseph & Corrine McQuillen, 19625 Old
Highway Rd, Peosta, IA 52068; Balke St,
2826; 1013138004; Lot 19 Belmont Add;
$185.00
Adrian Hartung, 2129 Graham Cir, Dubu-
que, IA 52002; Graham Cir, 2129;
1021252056; Lot 20 Blk 4 Sunset Park #2;
$115.00
14. Timber-Hyrst Estates #4 North and
South Line Creek Crossing Project Ac-
ceptance: City Manager recommending ac-
ceptance of the construction contract for the
Timber-Hyrst Estates #4 Sanitary Sewer North
Book 146 Regular Session, December 5, 2016 482
and South Line Creek Crossings Project, as
completed by Gansen Excavating, Inc. Upon
motion the documents were received and filed
and Resolution No. 409-16 Accepting the Tim-
ber-Hyrst Estates #4 North and South Line
Creek Crossings Project and authorizing the
payment to the contractor was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 409-16
ACCEPTING THE TIMBER-HYRST ES-
TATES #4 NORTH AND SOUTH LINE
CREEK CROSSINGS PROJECT AND AU-
THORIZING THE PAYMENT TO THE CON-
TRACTOR
Whereas, the public improvement contract
for the Timber-Hyrst Estates #4 North and
South Line Creek Crossings Project (the Pro-
ject) has been completed by the Contractor,
Connolly Construction, Inc. (Contractor), the
City Engineer has examined the work and rec-
ommends that the Project be accepted; and
Whereas, the final contract amount for the
Project is $143,383.39; and
Whereas, the Contractor has previously
been paid $136,214.22, leaving a balance of
$7,169.17; and
Whereas, the City Council finds that the
recommendation of the City Engineer should
be accepted.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The recommendation of the City
Engineer is approved and the Project is hereby
accepted.
Section 2. The Finance Director is hereby
directed to pay to the Contractor the balance
of the retainage of $7,169.17 as provided in
Iowa Code chapter 573, and to pay such re-
tainage in accordance with the provisions of
Iowa Code chapter 573 or Iowa Code chapter
26.13.
Passed, approved and adopted this 5th day
of December, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
CITY ENGINEER’S CERTIFICATE OF FINAL
COMPLETION OF THE TIMBER-HYRST ES-
TATES #4 NORTH AND SOUTH LINE
CREEK CROSSINGS PROJECT
The undersigned City Engineer of the City
of Dubuque, Iowa, hereby certifies that he has
inspected the Timber Hyrst Estates #4 Sani-
tary Sewer South Line Project, and that said
Project has been performed in compliance with
the terms of the Public Improvement Contract,
and that the total cost of the completed work is
$180,058.54.
Dated this 28th day of November, 2016.
/s/Gus Psihoyos, City Engineer
Filed in the office of the City Clerk on the 28th
day of November, 2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
15. Code of Ordinances - Adoption of Sup-
plement No. 23: City Clerk recommending
adoption of Supplement No. 23 to the City of
Dubuque Code of Ordinances. Upon motion
the documents were received and filed and
Resolution No. 410-16 Adopting Supplement
No. 23 to the Code of Ordinances of the City of
Dubuque, Iowa was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 410-16
ADOPTING SUPPLEMENT NO. 23 TO THE
CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA
Whereas, under date of August 17, 2009,
the City Council, pursuant to Ordinance No.
43-09, readopted the Code of Ordinances of
the City of Dubuque, Iowa in its entirety; and
Whereas, since August 17, 2009 the City
Council of the City of Dubuque, Iowa has
adopted certain ordinances amending the
Code of Ordinances and said amendments
have been printed as supplements to the Code
of Ordinances; and
Whereas, Section 380.8 of the Code of Io-
wa provides that supplements, by resolution,
become part of the Code of Ordinances.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That Supplement No. 23 to the
City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances, which
codifies Ordinance Nos. 20-16 through 33-16,
37-16, 38-16, 39-16, 41-16 through 48-16 and
52-16 through 56-16 as adopted by City Coun-
cil through October 2016, prepared by the
Sterling Codifiers, Inc., and filed in the Office
of the City Clerk of the City of Dubuque, Iowa
is hereby adopted and becomes part of the
Code of Ordinances of the City of Dubuque,
Iowa.
Passed, approved and adopted this 5th day
of December, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
16. USDA - Rural Utilities Service: Corre-
spondence from the U.S. Department of Agri-
culture Rural Utilities Service informing the
City of public scoping meetings on December
6 & 7, 2016 to solicit comments for the pro-
posed Cardinal-Hickory Creek 345-kV electric
transmission line connecting Dane County,
Wisconsin, and Dubuque County, Iowa. Upon
motion the documents were received and filed.
17. Citizen Petition - Housing Choice
Voucher Program: John Herrig submitting a
citizen petition opposing a Housing Choice
Voucher ordinance. Upon motion the docu-
ments were received and filed.
Book 146 Regular Session, December 5, 2016 483
18. Signed Contracts: Dubuque Cellular
Telephone, L.P. First Amendment to Water
Tank & Ground Space Lease; Strand Associ-
ates Engineering Technical Services Contract
Task Order No. 16-02 for Upper Bee Branch
Creek Restoration Project Mississippi River
Trail and Basin Overlook/22nd St. Parking Lot.
Upon motion the documents were received
and filed.
19. Alcohol License Applications: City
Manager recommending approval of annual
beer, liquor and wine licenses as submitted.
Upon motion the documents were received
and filed and Resolution No. 411-16 Approving
applications for beer, liquor, and/or wine per-
mits, as required by City of Dubuque Code of
Ordinances Title 4 Business and License Reg-
ulations, Chapter 2 Liquor Control, Article B
Liquor, Beer and Wine Licenses and Permits
was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 411-16
APPROVING APPLICATIONS FOR BEER,
LIQUOR, AND/OR WINE PERMITS, AS RE-
QUIRED BY CITY OF DUBUQUE CODE OF
ORDINANCES TITLE 4 BUSINESS AND LI-
CENSE REGULATIONS, CHAPTER 2 LIQ-
UOR CONTROL, ARTICLE B LIQUOR,
BEER AND WINE LICENSES AND PERMITS
Whereas, applications for Beer, Liquor,
and or Wine Permits have been submitted and
filed with the City Council for approval and the
same have been examined and approved; and
Whereas, the premises to be occupied by
such applicants were inspected and found to
comply with the Ordinances of the City and the
applicants have filed the proper fees and
bonds and otherwise complied with the re-
quirements of the Code of Ordinances.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The City Clerk is hereby author-
ized and directed to cause to be issued the
noted permit types to the following applicants
pending submission of the locally required
documentation:
Renewals
Holiday Inn Dubuque Five Flags, 450 Main St.,
Class B Liquor (Sunday)
Instant Replay, 1602 Central Ave., Class C
Liquor (Living Qtrs.) (Sunday)
Iowa Street Market, 1256 Iowa St., Class E
Liquor, Class B Wine, Class C Beer (Sun-
day)
Kwik Stop Food Mart, 4039 Pennsylvania
Ave., Class C Beer, Class B Native Wine
(Sunday)
Kwik Stop Food Mart, 2320 Gateway Dr.,
Class C Beer, Class B Native Wine (Sun-
day)
Plaza 20 BP/Amoco, 2600 Dodge St., Class C
Beer, Class B Native Wine (Sunday)
Passed, approved and adopted this 5th day
of December, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
BOARDS/COMMISSIONS
Review of Applications: Applicants were
invited to address the City Council regarding
their desire to serve on the following Boards /
Commissions.
1. Catfish Creek Watershed Management
Authority: Two, 4-year terms through July 16,
2020 (Expired terms of Giannakouros and
Hoyer). Applicants: Steve Drahozal, 683 W.
11th St.; Neal Patten, 768 Nevada St.; Craig
Reber, 760 Fremont Ave. Mr. Drahozal and
Mr. Reber spoke in support of their respective
appointments and provided brief biographies.
2. Human Rights Commission: Two, 3-year
terms through June 29, 2020 (Expired term of
Jackson and Schiesl). Applicants: Miquel
Jackson, 2130 Woodland Dr.; and Jay Schiesl,
195 W. 17th St.
3. Mediacom Charitable Foundation: One,
1-year term through December 31, 2017 (Ex-
piring term of Chavenelle). Applicant: Gail
Chavenelle, 1155 Kelly Ln.
Appointments were made the following
Board / Commissions
4. Airport Commission: One, 4-year term
through September 14, 2020 (Vacant term of
Wagner). Applicants: Sue Clemenson, 2469
Hacienda Rd.; Scott Leibfried, 3211 Honey-
suckle Ln. Upon roll call vote, (Sue Clem-
enson=5 / Scott Leibfried=1-Lynch), Ms.
Clemenson was appointed to a 4-year term
through September 14, 2020.
5. Building Code and Advisory Appeals
Board: One, 3-year term through August 1,
2017 (Vacant term of Anglese – Commercial
Contractor Representative); and one, 3-year
term through August 1, 2018 (Vacant term of
Cruise–ADA Representative). Applicants:
Thomas Swift, 1875 Admiral St.; and Katrina
Wilberding, 3715 Asbury Rd. Motion by Jones
to appoint Mr. Swift to the contractor term and
Ms. Wilberding to the ADA representative
term. Seconded by Connors. Motion carried 6-0.
6. Civic Center Commission: One, 3-year
term through June 29, 2019 (Vacant term of
Gregory). Applicant: Nicholas Huff, 3075 Olde
Country Ct. Motion by Connors to appoint Mr.
Book 146 Regular Session, December 5, 2016 484
Huff to a 3-year term through June 29, 2019.
Seconded by Jones. Motion carried 6-0.
7. Zoning Advisory Commission: One, 3-
year term through July 1, 2019 (Expired term
of Belmont). Applicant: Michael Belmont, 222
Dillion St. Motion by Resnick to appoint Mr.
Belmont to a 3-year term through July 1, 2019.
Seconded by Jones. Motion carried 6-0.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. South Pointe Housing Urban Renewal
Area: This item was removed from the agenda.
2. Reallocation of Bond Proceeds – Gen-
eral Obligation Bond Series 2012H: Proof of
publication on notice of public hearing to take
additional action and approving the realloca-
tion of certain unspent proceeds of the Gen-
eral Obligation Bond Series 2012H from the
renovation of the second floor of the Multicul-
tural Family Center to fund the construction of
the Jule Operations and Training Center and
the City Manager recommending approval.
Motion by Jones to receive and file the docu-
ments and adopt Resolution No. 412-16 Insti-
tuting proceedings to take additional action
and approving the reallocation of certain un-
spent proceeds of the General Obligation
Bonds, Series 2012H, of the City of Dubuque,
Iowa. Seconded by Connors. Responding to
questions from the City Council, City Manager
Van Milligen explained that reallocating funds
to the Jule project would reduce borrowing
obligations as preferred by the City Council
and that the Multicultural Family Center project
would be funded on a pay-as-you-go basis.
Motion carried 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 412-16
INSTITUTING PROCEEDINGS TO TAKE
ADDITIONAL ACTION AND APPROVING
THE REALLOCATION OF CERTAIN UN-
SPENT PROCEEDS OF THE GENERAL OB-
LIGATION BONDS, SERIES 2012H, OF THE
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
Whereas, pursuant to notice published as
required by law, this Council has held a public
meeting and hearing upon the proposal to in-
stitute proceedings for the reallocation of cer-
tain unspent proceeds, in the amount of not to
exceed $820,500 (the "Unspent Proceeds") of
the General Obligation Bonds, Series 2012H,
of the City of Dubuque, Iowa, in order to pro-
vide funds to pay costs of funding the con-
struction of the Jule Operations and Training
Center (from the Series 2012 Bonds), and has
considered the extent of objections received
from residents or property owners as to said
proposal and, accordingly the following action
is now considered to be in the best interests of
the City and residents thereof.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That this Council does hereby
institute proceedings and takes additional ac-
tion for the reallocation of the Unspent Pro-
ceeds of the General Obligation Bonds, Series
2012H, for the foregoing purpose, and the
reallocation of the Unspent Proceeds to pay
costs of funding the construction of the Jule
Operations and Training Center (from the Se-
ries 2012 Bonds), is in all respects authorized
and approved.
Section 2. The Finance Director is author-
ized and directed to take such action as may
be necessary to effect and implement the
foregoing reallocation of the Unspent Pro-
ceeds to pay costs of funding the construction
of the Jule Operations and Training Center
(from the Series 2012 Bonds), and to cause
the records and accounts of the City to reflect
the same.
Passed and approved this 5th day of De-
cember, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
PUBLIC INPUT
Steve Drahozal, 683 W. 11th St., expressed
his opinion about current code requirements
that he believes allows housing providers to
discriminate against renting to persons who
participate in the Housing Choice Voucher
program and further requested that the City
Council add a source of income definition to
the current discrimination ordinance.
Matt Zanger, 261 Southgate Dr., ex-
pressed his opinion about what he believes is
discrimination taking place when landlords
dismiss people who participate in the Housing
Choice Voucher program stating the reasons
why he thinks landlords do/don’t participate in
federal programs. Mr. Zanger urged the City
Council to pass the source of income ban.
Carolyn Sherf, 1723 Lawndale; and
Michaela Freiburger, 1718 Diane Ct.; on behalf
of Representative Charles Isenhart addressed
the City Council about the need for the Food
Insecurity Nutrition Incentive Grant / Double
Up Food Bucks Program (Action Item #1) and
how the pilot program worked through the
Dubuque Farmer’s Market. Ms. Sherf and Ms.
Freiburger ask that the City Council support
the local match of funds requested.
Antonin [Erba], 672½ Central Ave., ex-
pressed his belief that LGBT rights could be
threatened if religious freedom laws are enact-
ed at the federal level as a result of the recent
presidential election and requested the City
Council consider an ordinance banning gay
conversion therapy.
Book 146 Regular Session, December 5, 2016 485
Jerry Maro, 10366 Timothy St., and Presi-
dent of the Dubuque Landlord’s Association,
expressed his opinion that the number of land-
lords participating in the Housing Choice
Voucher program may be skewed and appear
lower when expressed as a percentage rather
than in the actual number of units available.
Mr. Maro also stated that the Association is
working on providing those numbers to the
City Council and believes agreement can be
achieved without enacting an ordinance.
Kate Larson, 2523 Trout Terrace, ex-
pressed her belief that affordable, quality
housing units are difficult to find in Dubuque.
Ms. Larson provided a few examples of word-
ing used on social media to describe housing
units that she believes doesn’t look good to the
poor and disenfranchised who may not be as
organized as opponents to the source of in-
come issue.
ACTION ITEMS
1. Representative Chuck Isenhart - Food
Insecurity Nutrition Incentive Grant: Corre-
spondence from Representative Chuck Isen-
hart requesting a letter of support and match-
ing funds from the City Council related to a
grant application submitted by the Iowa
Healthiest State Initiative for a Food Insecurity
Nutrition Incentive grant that will support a
Double Up Food Bucks program through the
Dubuque Farmer's Market. Motion by Connors
to receive and file the documents and submit a
letter of support for the requested dollar match.
Seconded by Jones. Carolyn Sherf and
Michaela Freiburger responded to questions
from the City Council clarifying the matter of
matching funds. City Manager Van Milligen
responded that the City’s match will possibly
come from the Fiscal Year 2018 general fund
as an improvement package under Health
Services or Sustainable Dubuque. Motion car-
ried 6-0.
2. Jule Operations and Training Center
Project Contract Award: City Manager recom-
mending award of the construction contract for
the Jule Operations and Training Center Pro-
ject to the low bidder Tricon General Construc-
tion. Motion by Jones to receive and file the
documents and adopt Resolution No. 413-16
Awarding public improvement contract for the
Jule Operations and Training Center Project.
Seconded by Connors. Motion carried 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 413-16
AWARDING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT CON-
TRACT FOR THE JULE OPERATIONS AND
TRAINING CENTER PROJECT
Whereas, sealed proposals have been
submitted by contractors for the Jule Opera-
tions and Training Center Project, (the Project)
pursuant to Resolution No. 380-16 and Notice
to Bidders was posted on the Master of Build-
ers of Iowa plan room and the City of Dubu-
que, Iowa website on the 9th day of November,
2016. Whereas, said sealed proposals were
opened and read on the 30th day of November,
2016 and it has been determined that Tricon
Construction of Dubuque, Iowa with a bid in
the amount of $5,693,000.00 is the lowest
responsive, responsible bidder for the Project.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
That a Public Improvement Contract for the
Project is hereby awarded to Tricon General
Construction and the City Manager is hereby
directed to execute a Public Improvement
Contract on behalf of the City of Dubuque for
the Project.
Passed, approved and adopted this 5th day
of December, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
3. Request for Proposals - Consultant Ser-
vices for Five Flags Civic Center Assessment
and Study: City Manager recommending ap-
proval of the release of a Request for Pro-
posals for consultant services for a Five Flags
Civic Center Assessment and Study. Motion
by Jones to receive and file the documents
and approve the recommendation. Seconded
by Lynch. Motion carried 6-0.
4. Art on the River Snow Sculpting Con-
test: City Manager recommending approval of
the extension of the Art on the River Exhibit to
include an annual snow sculpting contest that
will coincide with the National Mississippi River
Museum’s annual Ice Festival. Motion by Con-
nors to receive and file the documents and
approve the recommendation. Seconded by
Jones. Responding to questions from the City
Council, Arts Coordinator Debra Alleyne ex-
plained how sculpting materials will be brought
to the site. Motion carried 6-0.
5. South Pointe Housing Urban Renewal
Area - Ordinance Amendment: This item was
removed from the agenda.
6. Request for Work Session - Quarterly
Sustainable Dubuque Report: City Manager
recommending that the City Council schedule
the Sustainable Dubuque Quarterly Work Ses-
sion for Monday, January 9, 2017, at 6:00 p.m.
Restated motion by Connors to set the work
session for Monday, January 30 at 6:00 p.m.
Seconded by Resnick. Motion carried 6-0.
There being no further business, upon mo-
tion the City Council adjourned at 7:02 p.m.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, CMC, City Clerk
Book 146 Special Session, December 12, 2016 486
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
SPECIAL SESSION
OFFICIAL
The Dubuque City Council met in special
session at 6:00 p.m. on December 12, 2016 in
the Historic Federal Building, 350 W. 6th
Street.
Present: Mayor Buol; Council Members
Connors, Del Toro, Jones, Lynch, Rios; City
Manager Van Milligen, City Attorney Brumwell.
(Council Member Rios left the meeting from
6:15 p.m. to 6:25 p.m.)
Absent: Council Member Resnick
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
Inclusive Dubuque and a closed session on
pending litigation and real estate transfer ne-
gotiations.
WORK SESSION
Inclusive Dubuque Quarterly Update
Eric Dregne, VP of Strategic Initiatives for
the Community Foundation of Greater Dubu-
que, introduced the work session agenda. Mr.
Dregne and other Inclusive Dubuque Network
partners Marty Fiesler of IBM; Suzie Stroud of
Clarke University, Mark Burns, Washington
Middle School Principal; Linda Zillig, Washing-
ton Middle School Teacher/Leader; David
Schmitz, Director of the Dubuque Museum of
Art; and Kelly Larson, City of Dubuque Human
Rights Director presented the quarterly report.
Topics included:
• Introduction to the Inclusive Dubuque
Network
• Dubuque by the numbers: population
by race/ethnicity; median household in-
come; percent in poverty
• Race/ethnicity growth by 2025
• Community Foundation initiatives: aca-
demic achievement, equity and inclu-
sion, economic opportunity
• Inclusive Dubuque: mission statement
and definitions of diversity, equity, and
inclusion
• Inclusive Dubuque Network: sector
groups and peer learning; partners and
purpose
• Inclusive Dubuque organizing structure;
operating principles; network history
2012-2016
• Quarter’s Accomplishments:
o Network Impact Council devel-
oped an Incident Response Plan,
o Peer Learning Council developed
an equity education plan,
o Equity tools were released to sec-
tor groups: conversation starters,
messaging manual, self-
assessment, education/training,
network action plan
• Network at Work:
o Facing Diversity: Marshallese Sto-
ries, diversity through the telling of
one’s story
o Moxie Squad – Student-led Inter-
cultural Competency training
o Arts and Culture: Mission moment
and cultural snapshots
o Partnering with the City of Dubu-
que Human Rights Department:
data collection, facilitation and
employee recruitment
Mayor Buol provided closing remarks and
thanked the presenters.
CLOSED SESSION
Motion by Jones to convene in closed ses-
sion at 6:50 p.m. to discuss pending litigation
and real estate transfer negotiations pursuant
to Chapter 21.5(1)(c), -(j) Code of Iowa. Se-
conded by Connors. 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 Crenna
Brumwell and Assistant City Attorney Maureen
Quann. Motion carried 6-0.
Upon motion, the City Council reconvened
in open session at 7:35 p.m. stating that staff
had been given proper direction.
There being no further business, upon mo-
tion the City Council adjourned at 7:36 p.m.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, CMC, City Clerk
Book 146 Regular Session, December 19, 2016 487
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
REGULAR SESSION
OFFICIAL
The Dubuque City Council met in regular
session at 6:00 p.m. on December 19, 2016 in
the Historic Federal Building, 350 W. 6th
Street.
Present: Mayor Buol; Council Members
Connors, Del Toro, Jones, Lynch, Resnick;
City Manager Van Milligen, City Attorney
Brumwell
Absent: Council Member Rios
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
CONSENT ITEMS
Motion by Lynch to receive and file the
documents, adopt the resolutions, and dispose
of as indicated. Seconded by Resnick. Motion
carried 6-0.
1. Minutes and Reports Submitted: Cable
TV Commission of 12/7; City Council Proceed-
ings of 12/5, 12/12; Community Development
Advisory Commission of 11/22; Five Flags
Civic Center Commission of 11/28; Historic
Preservation Commission of 11/17; Long
Range Planning Advisory Commission of
11/17; Zoning Board of Adjustment of 11/17;
Proof of Publication for City Council Proceed-
ings of 11/21, 11/28. Upon motion the docu-
ments were received and filed.
2. Notice of Claims and Suits: Elizabeth
Hass for personal injury. Upon motion the
documents were received, filed and referred to
the City Attorney.
3. Disposition of Claims: City Attorney ad-
vising that the following claims have been re-
ferred to Public Entity Risk Services of Iowa,
the agent for the Iowa Communities Assurance
Pool: Elizabeth Hass for personal injury; Mi-
chael Jelinske for vehicle damage; Alison
Schmitt for vehicle damage. Upon motion the
documents were received, filed and concurred.
4. Jule Transit Annual Report: City Manag-
er transmitting the Fiscal Year 2016 Jule
Transit Annual Report and highlights of operat-
ing statistics. Upon motion the documents
were received and filed.
5. Winter Reminders Brochure: City Man-
ager submitting the Winter Reminders public
information brochure. Upon motion the docu-
ments were received and filed.
6. Sky Blue Estates Stormwater Manage-
ment: City Manager transmitting information
relating to the stormwater management issues
that arose during construction of the first
phase of the Sky Blue Estates Subdivision and
outlining steps taken to address the issues and
prevent repeating them as a result of the de-
velopment of Sky Blue Estates #2. Upon mo-
tion the documents were received and filed.
7. Kennedy Road Right-of-Way Acquisition
(The Barony Inc.): City Manager recommend-
ing approval of the acquisition of real estate
owned by The Barony, Inc. along the Kennedy
Road right-of-way to clean up the City bounda-
ry and facilitate economic development pro-
jects in the area. Upon motion the documents
were received and filed and Resolution No.
414-16 Approving the acquisition of real estate
owned by the Barony, Inc. was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 414-16
APPROVING THE ACQUISITION OF REAL
ESTATE OWNED BY THE BARONY INC.
Whereas, the City of Dubuque intends to
acquire certain real estate as necessary along
the Kennedy Road right-of-way to clean up the
City boundary and facilitate an economic de-
velopment project in the area; and
Whereas, The Barony Inc., a defunct Iowa
corporation, is the Owner of this certain real
estate. As the shareholders for The Barony,
Inc. are deceased the heirs were identified,
located, and they have voluntarily agreed to
sell to the City of Dubuque the certain real
estate legally described as follows (the Proper-
ty):
Lot A of Goldthorp Place in the County of
Dubuque, Iowa;
Lot B of Goldthorp Place in the County of
Dubuque, Iowa;
Lot C of Goldthorp Place in the County of
Dubuque, Iowa;
Lot D of Goldthorp Place in the County of
Dubuque, Iowa; and
Whereas, the acquisition of this real estate
is a voluntarily negotiated purchase by the City
of Dubuque under Section 6B.1A of the Code
of Iowa, and is not an acquisition by the City of
Dubuque through its exercise of the power of
Book 146 Regular Session, December 19, 2016 488
eminent domain under Chapter 6B of the Code
of Iowa; and
Whereas, the heirs of The Barony, Inc’s.
shareholders have agreed on behalf of The
Barony, Inc. to sell the property for a total cost
of $44,500.00; and
Whereas, the $44,500.00 cost for the City
to acquire the property corresponds to the
costs the City would incur if the property was
acquired through the eminent domain process;
and
Whereas, a purchase agreement has been
finalized with the heirs of The Barony, Inc’s.
shareholders on behalf of The Barony, Inc. as
owner of the real estate scheduled for acquisi-
tion; and
Whereas, it is in the best interest of the
City to acquire the Property.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the City Council of the City
of Dubuque, Iowa hereby approves the Offer
to Buy Real Estate and Acceptance attached
hereto.
Section 2. That the City of Dubuque be and
is hereby authorized to accept a Quit Claim
Deed from the heirs of The Barony, Inc.’s
shareholders, conveying the owner’s interest
to the City of Dubuque, Iowa for the herein
described real estate.
Section 3. That the City Clerk be and is
hereby authorized and directed to cause said
Quit Claim Deed to be recorded in the office of
the Dubuque County Recorder, together with a
certified copy of this Resolution.
Passed, approved and adopted this 19th
day of December, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
8. Kennedy Road Right-of-Way Acquisition
(Richman): City Manager recommending ap-
proval of the acquisition of real estate owned
by John and Diane Richman along the Kenne-
dy Road right-of-way to clean up the City
boundary and facilitate economic development
projects in the area. Upon motion the docu-
ments were received and filed and Resolution
No. 415-16 Approving the acquisition of real
estate owned by John T. and Diane M. Rich-
man was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 415-16
APPROVING THE ACQUISITION OF REAL
ESTATE OWNED BY JOHN T. AND DIANE
M. RICHMAN
Whereas, the City of Dubuque intends to
acquire certain real estate as necessary along
the Kennedy Road right-of-way to clean up the
City boundary and facilitate an economic de-
velopment project in the area; and
Whereas, John and Diane Richman, the
Owners of this certain real estate have volun-
tarily agreed to sell to the City of Dubuque the
certain real estate legally described as follows
(the Property):
Lot 1A of Lot 2 of Lot 3 of Helen E. and
Mary H. Stewart Subdivision, Section
16, Township 89 North, Range 2 East
of the 5th Principal Meridian, in the
County of Dubuque, Iowa; and
Whereas, the acquisition of this real estate
is a voluntarily negotiated purchase by the City
of Dubuque under Section 6B.1A of the Code
of Iowa, and is not an acquisition by the City of
Dubuque through its exercise of the power of
eminent domain under Chapter 6B of the Code
of Iowa; and
Whereas, the Owners have agreed to sell
the property for a total cost of $7,680.00; and
Whereas, the $7,680.00 cost for the City to
acquire the Owners’ property corresponds to
the costs the City would incur if the property
was acquired through the eminent domain
process; and
Whereas, a purchase agreement has been
finalized with the owners of the real estate
scheduled for acquisition; and
Whereas, it is in the best interest of the
City to acquire the Property.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the City Council of the City
of Dubuque, Iowa hereby approves the Offer
to Buy Real Estate and Acceptance attached
hereto.
Section 2. That the City of Dubuque be and
is hereby authorized to accept a Quit Claim
Deed from the owners, conveying the owners’
interest to the City of Dubuque, Iowa for the
herein described real estate.
Section 3. That the City Clerk be and is
hereby authorized and directed to cause said
Quit Claim Deed to be recorded in the office of
the Dubuque County Recorder, together with a
certified copy of this Resolution.
Passed, approved and adopted this 19th
day of December, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
9. Bee Branch Creek Restoration Project -
Acquisition of 411 E. 15th Street: City Manager
recommending approval to amend the pur-
chase agreement for the acquisition of 411 E.
15th Street to reflect the sharing of costs as-
sociated with the environmental cleanup re-
quired for the City’s intended use of the prop-
erty. Upon motion the documents were re-
ceived and filed and Resolution No. 416-16
Amending the Purchase Agreement for the
Acquisition of real estate owned by Blum
Properties, Inc. in the City of Dubuque and
Book 146 Regular Session, December 19, 2016 489
authorizing application for U.S. EPA Brown-
field Cleanup Grant Funding for the real estate
was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 416-16
AMENDING THE PURCHASE AGREEMENT
FOR THE ACQUISITION OF REAL ESTATE
OWNED BY BLUM PROPERTIES, INC. IN
THE CITY OF DUBUQUE AND AUTHORIZ-
ING APPLICATION FOR U.S. EPA
BROWNDFIELDS CLEANUP GRANT FUND-
ING FOR THE REAL ESTATE
Whereas, the City of Dubuque intends to
acquire certain properties located in the area
of the Bee Branch Creek Restoration Project
for stormwater mitigation activities as recom-
mended in the Drainage Basin Master Plan;
and
Whereas, it was determined that property
owned by Blum Properties, Inc. (Blum) at 411
E. 15th Street (the Property) would provide the
needed space to construct the Bee Branch
Watershed Flood Mitigation Maintenance Fa-
cility; and
Whereas, an environmental assessment
was performed at the Property finding contam-
ination by oil and lead on the Property that
provided an indication of the areas of concern
that, due to the City’s proposed use of the
property, would require environmental clean-
up; and
Whereas, a purchase agreement was final-
ized with the Blum Properties, Inc., owner of
the Property described as Lots 182, 182A,
183, 184, 185, 186, West 65' of Lots 217, 218,
219, 220, & 221, and East 35' of Lots 217,
218, 219, 220, & 221 all in East Dubuque Ad-
dition, in the City of Dubuque, Dubuque Coun-
ty, Iowa; and
Whereas, the City Council passed Resolu-
tion 172-14 approving the acquisition of the
Property for the Bee Branch Creek Restoration
Project; and
Whereas, per the terms of the Total Acqui-
sition Agreement (Purchase Agreement) the
City will pay $500,000 for the Property; and
Whereas, a subsequent environmental as-
sessment performed in 2016 confirmed the
presence of petroleum/waste oil and metal
related pollutants, it also reported the pres-
ence of Polychlorinated Biphenyl (PCBs) and
health risks to anyone who routinely enters the
property; and
Whereas, the additional environmental is-
sues will require additional environmental
cleanup costs; and
Whereas, Blum Properties, Inc. has agreed
to amending the terms of the Total Acquisition
Agreement (Purchase Agreement) reducing
the purchase price to $100,000 with $400,000
to be held by the City in a designated account
to be drawn by the City to pay for 50% of the
environmental cleanup costs after any and all
state or federal grant funds secured by the City
specifically for environmental cleanup activities
are exhausted and the City; and
Whereas, per the amended terms the City
would agree to apply for U.S. EPA Brownfields
Cleanup Grant funding in 2016 and again in
2017 in an attempt to secure funding assis-
tance for performance of the environmental
cleanup required for the City’s intended use of
the property; and
Whereas, the City must own the property
by December 22, 2016 in order to apply for
U.S. EPA Brownfields Cleanup Grants in 2016;
and
Whereas, it is in the best interest of the
City to purchase the property per the terms of
the First Amendment to the Purchase Agree-
ment.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the First Amendment to the
Purchase Agreement for 411 E. 15th Street is
hereby approved.
Section 2. That the Mayor is authorized to
sign and submit documents as required for the
City’s application for U. S. EPA Brownfields
Cleanup Grant funding in 2016 and 2017.
Passed, approved and adopted this 19th
day of December, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
10. Kennedy Road Right-of-Way Acquisi-
tion (Gilbert Merritt): City Manager recom-
mending approval of the acquisition of real
estate owned by Lawrence Gilbert Merritt
along the Kennedy Road right-of-way to clean
up the City boundary and facilitate economic
development projects in the area. Upon motion
the documents were received and filed and
Resolution No. 417-16 Approving the acquisi-
tion of real estate owned by Lawrence Merritt
from his heirs Virginia Jahnke, Madonna Mer-
ritt, Carol Nesteby, and Juanita Schlarmann
was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 417-16
APPROVING THE ACQUISITION OF REAL
ESTATE OWNED BY LAWRENCE MERRITT
FROM HIS HEIRS VIRGINIA JAHNKE, MA-
DONNA MERRITT, CAROL NESTEBY, AND
JUANITA SCHLARMANN
Whereas, the City of Dubuque intends to
acquire certain real estate as necessary along
the Kennedy Road right-of-way to clean up the
City boundary and facilitate an economic de-
velopment project in the area; and
Whereas, Lawrence Merritt, who died in
1974, remains the owner of certain real estate
legally described as follows (the Property):
Book 146 Regular Session, December 19, 2016 490
Lot 2A of Lot 1-1-1-1-1-1-3 of Helen E.
and Mary H. Steward Subdivision, Sec-
tion 16, Township 89 North, Range 2
East of the 5th Principal Meridian, in
the County of Dubuque, Iowa; and
Whereas, the heirs of Lawrence Merritt
identified as Virginia Jahnke, Madonna Merritt,
Carol Nesteby, and Juanita Schlarmann, have
voluntarily agreed to sell to the City of Dubu-
que the certain real estate; and
Whereas, the acquisition of this real estate
is a voluntarily negotiated purchase by the City
of Dubuque under Section 6B.1A of the Code
of Iowa, and is not an acquisition by the City of
Dubuque through its exercise of the power of
eminent domain under Chapter 6B of the Code
of Iowa; and
Whereas, the Owners have agreed to sell
the property for a total cost of $5,337.00; and
Whereas, the $5,337.00 cost for the City to
acquire the Owners’ property corresponds to
the costs the City would incur if the property
was acquired through the eminent domain
process; and
Whereas, a purchase agreement has been
finalized with the owners of the real estate
scheduled for acquisition; and
Whereas, it is in the best interest of the
City to acquire the Property.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the City Council of the City
of Dubuque, Iowa hereby approves the Offer
to Buy Real Estate and Acceptance attached
hereto.
Section 2. That the City of Dubuque be and
is hereby authorized to accept a Quit Claim
Deed from the heirs of Lawrence Merritt, con-
veying their interest to the City of Dubuque,
Iowa for the herein described real estate.
Section 3. That the City Clerk be and is
hereby authorized and directed to cause said
Quit Claim Deed to be recorded in the office of
the Dubuque County Recorder, together with a
certified copy of this Resolution.
Passed, approved and adopted this 19th
day of December, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
11. Pre-Annexation Agreement - Timber
Ridge Estates, LLC: City Manager recom-
mending approval of a Pre-Annexation
Agreement with Timber Ridge Estates, LLC, in
conjunction with a request for approval of the
Final Plat of Timber Ridge Estates. Upon mo-
tion the documents were received and filed
and Resolution No. 418-16 Pre-Annexation
Agreement between the City of Dubuque, Iowa
and Timber Ridge Estates, LLC was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 418-16
APPROVING A PRE-ANNEXATION
AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA AND TIMBER RIDGE ES-
TATES, LLC
Whereas, Timber Ridge Estates, LLC, the
owner of the following described property in
Dubuque County, Iowa (the Property) has
submitted to the City Council of the City of
Dubuque an application for voluntary annexa-
tion of the Property to the City of Dubuque:
The North Half of the Southeast Quar-
ter of the Northeast Quarter of Section
9, Township 89 North, Range 2 East of
the 5th P.M., Dubuque County, Iowa,
except for the East 10 feet thereof,
more particularly described as follows:
Beginning at the northwest corner of
the Southeast Quarter of the Northeast
Quarter of Said Section 9; then
S88”37’28” E, 1311.90 feet: thence
N00 “41’21”E, 651.31 feet: N89
“02’23”W, 1325.77 feet to the west line
of the Southeast Quarter of the North-
east Quarter of said Section 9: thence
S00 “33’24”E, 542.01 feet to the point
of beginning, containing 19.574 acres
which includes 2.206 acres of public
road right-of-way.
Whereas, Timber Ridge Estates, LLC has
entered into a Pre-annexation Agreement with
the City of Dubuque, a copy of which is at-
tached hereto governing the future annexation
of the Property; and
Whereas, the Property is not subject to an
existing annexation moratorium; and
Whereas, the Property does not include
any state or railroad property; and
Whereas, Iowa Code Section 368.7 author-
izes the voluntary annexation of property in
Dubuque County, Iowa and the extension of
city limits by voluntary annexation; and
Whereas, the annexation of the Property is
consistent with the Comprehensive Plan of the
City of Dubuque, necessary for the future or-
derly growth and development of the City of
Dubuque, and will promote efficient and cost
effective extension of municipal services; and
Whereas, the City Council finds that the
annexation of the Property is in the public in-
terest.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The Pre-annexation Agreement
by and between Timber Ridge Estates, LLC
and the City of Dubuque is hereby approved.
Passed, approved and adopted this 19th
day of December, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Book 146 Regular Session, December 19, 2016 491
12. Timber-Hyrst Estates No. 4 - Time Ex-
tension: City Manager recommending approval
of an extension of time for North Cascade De-
velopers, LLC to complete the required re-
maining public improvements in Timber-Hyrst
Estates No. 4. Upon motion the documents
were received and filed and Resolution No.
419-16 Amending Resolution No. 181-14 Ap-
proving the Final Plat of Timber-Hyrst Estates
#4 in the City of Dubuque, Iowa was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 419-16
AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 181-14 AP-
PROVING THE FINAL PLAT OF TIMBER-
HYRST ESTATES # 4 IN THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA
Whereas, on June 16, 2014, the City
Council adopted Resolution No. 181-14 ap-
proving the final plat of Timber-Hyrst Estates #
4 in the City of Dubuque, Iowa; and
Whereas, Section 3(d) of Resolution No.
181-14 required the owner to construct certain
public improvements prior to two years from
the date of acceptance of the resolution; and
Whereas, all public improvements, except
for accessible sidewalk ramps and sidewalk
along the east side of Creekwood Drive from
Station 70+50 to North Cascade Road, have
been installed by the owner; and
Whereas, the owner has requested an ex-
tension of time in which to construct said curb
ramp and sidewalk improvements; and
Whereas, the City Council finds that it is in
the best interests of the City of Dubuque to
grant an extension for the construction of said
improvements.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. Resolution No. 181-14, Section
3(d) is hereby amended to read as follows:
To construct the improvements outlined
in (a) and (b) and (c) within two (2)
years from the date of acceptance of
this resolution, at the sole expense of
North Cascade Road Developers, LLC,
or future owner. The owner agrees to
construct said curb ramp and sidewalk
improvements prior to the 1st day of
June 15, 2017, at the sole expense of
the owner or future owner.
Section 2. All other requirements and obli-
gations of Resolution No. 181-14 shall remain
in full force and effect as provided therein.
Passed, approved and adopted this 19th
day of December, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
13. Offer to Buy Excess Right-of-Way at
Fengler Street and Kerper Boulevard: City
Manager recommending approval of an
agreement for the City to acquire a portion
property owned by Giese Company, LLC in
exchange for the vacation of a portion of ex-
cess right-of-way on Kerper Boulevard at
Fengler Street. Upon motion the documents
were received and filed and Resolution No.
420-16 Approving an Offer to Purchase
Agreement for the acquisition of property at
Fengler Street and Kerper Boulevard between
the City of Dubuque, Iowa and Giese Compa-
ny, LLP was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 420-16
APPROVING AN OFFER TO PURCHASE
AGREEMENT FOR THE ACQUISITION OF
PROPERTY AT FENGLER STREET AND
KERPER BOULEVARD BETWEEN THE
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA AND GIESE
COMPANY LLP
Whereas, the City of Dubuque is party to
an Offer to Purchase Agreement with Giese
Company LLP, whereby the City would acquire
a portion of Lot 1 of Block 19 in River Front
Subdivision No. 3 owned by Giese Company
LLP (Giese) in exchange for the vacation of a
portion of excess right of way of Kerper Boule-
vard; and
Whereas, the City of Dubuque has deter-
mined that the Kerper Boulevard Sanitary
Sewer Repair Project will require that certain
public improvements to be located on property
currently owned by Giese and Giese agrees
that such improvements are reasonable and
necessary; and
Whereas, Giese Company LLP, has exe-
cuted the Offer to Purchase Agreement.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The Offer to Purchase Agree-
ment attached hereto is hereby approved.
Section 2. The City Manager is authorized
and directed to execute the Offer to Purchase
Agreement on behalf of the City of Dubuque
Passed, approved, and adopted this 19th
day of December, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
14. Request for Proposals - Engineering
Services for the Bee Branch Watershed Flood
Mitigation Project: City Manager recommend-
ing authorization to release an RFP and enter
into contract negotiations with an engineering
consulting firm to provide services as needed
for the design, bidding, and construction of the
22nd Street/Kaufmann Avenue Storm Sewer
Improvements and the 17th Street/W. Locust
Street Storm Sewer Improvements. Upon mo-
tion the documents were received, filed and
approved.
Book 146 Regular Session, December 19, 2016 492
15. ICAAP Grant Application for Grandview
Avenue and University Avenue Roundabout
Project: City Manager recommending authori-
zation to submit an application for an Iowa
Clean Air Attainment Program (ICAAP) grant
to assist with funding a proposed North
Grandview Avenue and University Avenue
Roundabout Intersection improvement. Upon
motion the documents were received and filed
and Resolution No. 421-16 Authorizing the
filing of a grant application with the Iowa De-
partment of Transportation for an Iowa Clean
Air Attainment Program (ICAAP) Grant for the
City of Dubuque North Grandview Avenue and
University Avenue Roundabout Intersection
Improvement was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 421-16
AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF A GRANT
APPLICATION WITH THE IOWA DEPART-
MENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR AN IO-
WA CLEAN AIR ATTAINMENT PROGRAM
(ICAAP) GRANT FOR THE CITY OF DUBU-
QUE NORTH GRANDVIEW AVENUE AND
UNIVERSITY AVENUE ROUNDABOUT IN-
TERSECTION IMPROVEMENT
Whereas, the increasing growth of traffic
volumes, along with operational and safety
concerns, at North Grandview Avenue and
University Avenue in the City of Dubuque
could be improved by a roundabout; and
Whereas, the City of Dubuque has deter-
mined that improvements to this intersection,
as recommended by the Iowa Department of
Transportation Office of Traffic Safety, will
improve traffic flow; and
Whereas, the City of Dubuque is seeking
the necessary funding for project implementa-
tion, and upon completion, in cooperation with
the Iowa Department of Transportation, be
responsible for adequately maintaining and
operating the project for public use during the
project’s useful life.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA, THAT:
Section 1. The City supports and hereby
authorizes submitting a grant application for
funds through the Iowa Clean Air Attainment
Program (ICAAP) to partially fund the pro-
posed North Grandview Avenue and University
Avenue Roundabout Intersection Improve-
ment.
Passed, approved and adopted this 19th
day of December, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
16. Valentine Park - Fiscal Year 2017
REAP Grant Agreement: City Manager rec-
ommending approval of the FY 2017 Resource
Enhancement and Protection (REAP) Grant
Agreement with the Iowa Department of Natu-
ral Resources for the Valentine Park Expan-
sion – Roepsch Property. Upon motion the
documents were received and filed and Reso-
lution No. 422-16 Authorizing FY 2017 REAP
Grant Agreement with Iowa Department of
Natural Resources for Valentine Park Expan-
sion Project - Roepsch Property was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 422-16
AUTHORIZING FY 2017 REAP GRANT
AGREEMENT WITH IOWA DEPARTMENT
OF NATURAL RESOURCES FOR VALEN-
TINE PARK EXPANSION PROJECT -
ROEPSCH PROPERTY
Whereas, the Iowa Department of Natural
Resources has allocated grant funds from
REAP (Resource Enhancement and Protec-
tion) for projects that help establish natural
areas, encourage outdoor recreation, and en-
hance and protect Iowa’s natural and cultural
resources; and
Whereas, the City of Dubuque has adopted
the 2012 Comprehensive Plan that includes
goals for environmental quality, park improve-
ments, and acquisition of parkland.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The Mayor hereby is authorized
to sign the FY 2017 REAP Grant Agreement
with the Iowa Department of Natural Re-
sources for the Valentine Park Expansion Pro-
ject - Roepsch Property in the amount of
$140,790.
Section 2. That the City Council hereby
provides its written assurance that the com-
pleted project will be adequately maintained
for its intended use in accordance with state
requirements.
Passed, approved and adopted this 19th
day of December, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
17. AmeriCorps Partners in Learning Grant
Application: City Manager recommending ap-
proval of the 2017-2018 AmeriCorps Partners
in Learning Campaign for Grade Level Read-
ing Grant application. Upon motion the docu-
ments were received, filed and approved.
18. Property Tax Appeal Settlement - Med-
ical Associates Realty, LLC: Senior Counsel
recommending approval of the Stipulation of
Settlement for a property tax appeal filed by
Medical Associates Realty, LLC for property
located at 990 Langworthy Street. Upon mo-
tion the documents were received, filed and
approved.
19. SW Arterial Iowa DOT Funding Agree-
ment Military Road Reconstruction Project:
City Manager recommending approval for the
Book 146 Regular Session, December 19, 2016 493
Mayor to execute the Iowa Department of
Transportation Cooperative Preconstruction
Funding Agreement for the Southwest Arterial-
Military Road Reconstruction Project. Upon
motion the documents were received and filed
and Resolution No. 423-16 Approving the Co-
operative Preconstruction Funding Agreement
(Agreement No. 2017-16-056) between the
City of Dubuque and Iowa Department of
Transportation for the Southwest Arterial -
Military Road Reconstruction Project was
adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 423-16
APPROVING THE COOPERATIVE PRE-
CONSTRUCTION FUNDING AGREEMENT
(AGREEMENT NO. 2017-16-056) BETWEEN
THE CITY OF DUBUQUE AND IOWA DE-
PARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR
THE SOUTHWEST ARTERIAL - MILITARY
ROAD RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT
Whereas, the Dubuque City Council, the
Dubuque County Board of Supervisors, the
Dubuque Metropolitan Area Transportation
Study (DMATS), the Dubuque Area Chamber
of Commerce and the Greater Dubuque De-
velopment Corporation have all identified the
completion of the Southwest Arterial Project as
the No. 1 surface transportation priority in the
Dubuque area; and
Whereas, the City of Dubuque (City) and
Iowa Department of Transportation (Iowa
DOT) desire to maintain and increase trans-
portation infrastructure while improving safety
for the motorist within the City of Dubuque and
Dubuque County and acknowledge the mutual
benefit to partner on the Southwest Arterial
Project; and
Whereas, the City and the Iowa DOT exe-
cuted a Memorandum of Understanding
(MOU) and a Transfer of Roadway Jurisdiction
(TOJ) for the completion of the Southwest Ar-
terial project; and
Whereas, the Iowa DOT and City, in joint
cooperation propose to Transfer the Jurisdic-
tion of the Southwest Arterial from the City to
the Iowa DOT in exchange for the Transfer of
Jurisdiction of the Northwest Arterial (Iowa 32),
and portions of existing U.S. 52/Iowa 3 from
the Iowa 32/John Deere Road intersection to
the intersection of U.S. 61 in downtown Dubu-
que, from the State to the City, after the
Southwest Arterial is completed and open to
traffic; and
Whereas, The Military Road Reconstruc-
tion project will provide for the reconstruction
(grading, bridge and paving) of Military Road
which will allow the future Southwest Arterial to
travel under the new Military Road Bridge; and
Whereas, the City was responsible for the
design and property acquisition for the Military
Road Reconstruction project and will be the
third and final side-road reconstruction project
administered by the City as part of the South-
west Arterial project; and
Whereas, following the Transfer of Juris-
diction after the Southwest Arterial is complet-
ed and open to traffic, Military Road will remain
a local public City street; and
Whereas, the estimate of probable cost for
the both the City and Dubuque County cost
share associated with the Military Road Re-
construction project is summarized as follows:
CIP No. Fund Source Descrip-
tion Amount
3001287
City - Federal SAFE-
TEA-LU Funding (IA
192 - 80%)
332,548.75
3001287 City - Local Funding (IA
192 - 10%) 41,568.60
County - Local Funding
(IA 192 - 10%) 41,568.60
Total Project Funding $ 415,685.95
Whereas, the anticipated funding for the
project summary is as follows:
CIP No. Fund Source Descrip-
tion Amount
3001287
Iowa DOT - Repurpos-
ing Funding (IA 097 -
80%)
$2,600,000.00
3001287
Iowa DOT - Primary
Road Funding (IA 097 -
20%)
650,000.00
3001287 Iowa DOT - Primary
Road Funding (100%) 1,895,000.00
3001287
City - Federal SAFE-
TEA-LU Funding (IA
192 - 80%)
332,548.75
3001287 City - Local Funding (IA
192 - 10%) 41,568.60
County - Local Funding
(IA 192 - 10%) 41,568.60
Total Project Funding $5,560,685.95
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS AGREED BY
AND BETWEEN THE PARTIES AS FOL-
LOWS:
Section 1. City of Dubuque and the Iowa
Department of Transportation hereby agree to
partner on the Southwest Arterial Project.
Section 2. Whereas, the Iowa DOT and
City, in joint cooperation propose to construct
the Southwest Arterial - Military Road Recon-
struction project, Iowa DOT Project No. HDP-
2100 (664)--7I-31.
Section 5. The Mayor is hereby authorized
to execute the Cooperative Preconstruction
Funding Agreement (Agreement No. 2017-16-
056), between the City of Dubuque and the
Iowa Department of Transportation for the
Southwest Arterial - Military Road Reconstruc-
tion project, Iowa DOT Project.
Passed, approved and adopted this 19th
day of December, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Book 146 Regular Session, December 19, 2016 494
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
20. Loras College Usage Agreement for
Petrakis Field: City Manager recommending
approval of the Usage Agreement with Loras
College for Petrakis Field. Upon motion the
documents were received, filed and approved.
21. Clarke University Usage Agreement for
Veterans’ Memorial Field 2: City Manager rec-
ommending approval of the Usage Agreement
with Clarke University for softball field 2 in
Veterans’ Memorial Park. Upon motion the
documents were received, filed and approved.
22. I-Net User Agreements with Loras Col-
lege and Clarke University: City Manager rec-
ommending approval for the City Manager to
execute I-Net Agreements with Loras College
and Clarke University to connect the two cam-
puses using Dubuque’s I-Net. Upon motion the
documents were received, filed and approved.
23. Weaver Castle, LLC - Third Amend-
ment to Development Agreement for 346-348
West Locust Street: City Manager recom-
mending approval of the Third Amendment to
the Development Agreement with Weaver
Castle, LLC for the redevelopment of property
at 346-348 West Locust Street. Upon motion
the documents were received and filed and
Resolution No. 424-16 Approving the Third
Amendment to the Development Agreement
between the City of Dubuque, Iowa and
Weaver Castle, LLC was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 424-16
APPROVING THE THIRD AMENDMENT TO
THE DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BE-
TWEEN THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
AND WEAVER CASTLE, LLC
Whereas the City of Dubuque, Iowa (City)
and Weaver Castle, LLC (Developer) entered
into a Development Agreement dated for ref-
erence purposes the 21st day of August, 2013
for the redevelopment of the property at 346-
348 West Locust Street, which Development
Agreement required Developer to complete
certain Minimum Improvements described
therein; and
Whereas the First Amendment to Devel-
opment Agreement, dated the 16th day of
March, 2015, extended the substantial comple-
tion date of the Minimum Improvements to
December 31, 2015; and
Whereas the Second Amendment to De-
velopment Agreement, dated the 19th day of
October, 2016, extended the substantial com-
pletion date of the Minimum Improvements to
December 31, 2016; and
Whereas City and Developer now desire to
amend the Development Agreement as set
forth in the Third Amendment to Development
Agreement attached hereto.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The City Council hereby ap-
proves the Third Amendment to Development
Agreement.
Section 2. The Mayor is authorized and di-
rected to sign the Second Amendment to De-
velopment Agreement on behalf of the City of
Dubuque.
Passed, approved and adopted this 19th
day of December, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
24. Acceptance of 2016 Asphalt Overlay
Access Ramp Project Two: City Manager rec-
ommending acceptance of the construction
contract for the 2016 Asphalt Overlay Access
Ramp Project Two as completed by Midwest
Concrete. Upon motion the documents were
received and filed and Resolution No. 425-16
Accepting the 2016 Asphalt Overlay Access
Ramps Project Two and authorizing the pay-
ment of the contract amount to the contractor
was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 425-16
ACCEPTING THE 2016 ASPHALT OVERLAY
ACCESS RAMPS PROJECT TWO AND AU-
THORIZING THE PAYMENT OF THE CON-
TRACT AMOUNT TO THE CONTRACTOR
Whereas, the Public Improvement Contract
for the 2016 Asphalt Overlay Access Ramps
Project Two (the Project) has been completed
and the City Engineer has examined the work
and filed a certificate stating that the Project
has been completed according to the terms of
the Public Improvement Contract and that the
City Engineer recommends that the Project be
accepted.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The recommendation of the City
Engineer is approved and the Project is hereby
accepted.
Section 2. The Finance Director is hereby
directed to pay to the Contractor from the Curb
Ramp Program appropriations for the contract
amount of $93,898.90 less any retained per-
centage provided for therein as provided in
Iowa Code chapter 573, and to pay such re-
tainage only in accordance with the provisions
of Iowa Code chapter 573.
Passed, approved and adopted this 19th
day of December, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Book 146 Regular Session, December 19, 2016 495
CITY ENGINEER’S CERTIFICATE OF FINAL
COMPLETE OF THE 2016 ASPHALT OVER-
LAY ACCESS RAMPS PROJECT TWO.
The undersigned City Engineer of the City
of Dubuque, Iowa hereby certifies that he has
inspected the 2016 Asphalt Overlay Access
Ramps Project Two, that the Project has been
performed in compliance with the terms of the
Public Improvement Contract, and that the
total cost of the completed work is $99,570.77.
Dated this 9th day of December, 2016.
/s/Gus Psihoyos, City Engineer
Filed in the office of the City Clerk on the 9th
day of December, 2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
25. Acceptance of 2016 Asphalt Overlay
Access Ramp Project Three: City Manager
recommending acceptance of the construction
contract for the 2016 Asphalt Overlay Access
Ramp Project Three as completed by Midwest
Concrete. Upon motion the documents were
received and filed and Resolution No. 426-16
Accepting the 2016 Asphalt Overlay Access
Ramps Project Three and authorizing the
payment of the contract amount to the contrac-
tor was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 426-16
ACCEPTING THE 2016 ASPHALT OVERLAY
ACCESS RAMPS PROJECT THREE AND
AUTHORIZING THE PAYMENT OF THE
CONTRACT AMOUNT TO THE CONTRAC-
TOR
Whereas, the Public Improvement Contract
for the 2016 Asphalt Overlay Access Ramps
Project Three (the Project) has been complet-
ed and the City Engineer has examined the
work and filed a certificate stating that the Pro-
ject has been completed according to the
terms of the Public Improvement Contract and
that the City Engineer recommends that the
Project be accepted.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The recommendation of the City
Engineer is approved and the Project is hereby
accepted.
Section 2. The Finance Director is hereby
directed to pay to the Contractor from the Curb
Ramp Program appropriations and the side-
walk program appropriations for the contract
amount of $60,812.24, less any retained per-
centage provided for therein as provided in
Iowa Code chapter 573, and to pay such re-
tainage only in accordance with the provisions
of Iowa Code chapter 573.
Passed, approved and adopted this 19th
day of December, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
CITY ENGINEER'S CERTIFICATE OF FINAL
COMPLETION OF THE 2016 ASPHALT
OVERLAY ACCESS RAMPS PROJECT
THREE
The undersigned City Engineer of the City
of Dubuque, Iowa, hereby certifies that he has
inspected the 2016 Asphalt Overlay Access
Ramps Project Three, that the Project has
been performed in compliance with the terms
of the Public Improvement Contract, and that
the total cost of the completed work is
$64,120.01
Dated this 9th day of December, 2016.
/s/Gus Psihoyos, City Engineer
Filed in the office of the City Clerk on the 9th
day of December, 2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
26. Acceptance of Permanent Easement
for Storm Sewer at 545 Villa Street: City Man-
ager recommending acceptance of a Grant of
Permanent Easement for Storm Sewer from
Bradley and Ann Palzkill over a portion of their
property at 545 Villa Street that will facilitate
the construction and on-going maintenance of
the Storm Sewer Utility, which the City of
Dubuque will own and maintain. Upon motion
the documents were received and filed and
Resolution No. 427-16 Accepting a Grant of
Easement for storm sewer over and across a
part of Lot 1 of the Subdivision of Lot 25 in
Lev's Addition, in the City of Dubuque, Iowa
was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 427-16
ACCEPTING A GRANT OF EASEMENT FOR
STORM SEWER OVER AND ACROSS A
PART OF LOT 1 OF THE SUBDIVISION OF
LOT 25 IN LEV’S ADDITION, IN THE CITY
OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
Whereas, Bradley P. Palzkill and Ann M.
Palzkill have executed an Easement for Storm
Sewer through, over and across a Part of Lot 1
of the Subdivision of Lot 25 in Levi’s Addition,
in the City of Dubuque, Dubuque County, Io-
wa.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The City Council of the City of
Dubuque, Iowa, hereby approves of, accepts
and consents to the Grant of Easement for
Storm Sewer through, over and across a Part
of Lot 1 of the Subdivision of Lot 25 in Levi’s
Addition, in the City of Dubuque, Dubuque
County, Iowa from Bradley P. Palzkill and Ann
M. Palzkill, a copy of which is attached hereto.
Section 2. The Mayor is hereby authorized
and directed to execute and acknowledge on
behalf of the City of Dubuque any instruments
in connection herewith.
Book 146 Regular Session, December 19, 2016 496
Section 3. The City Clerk is hereby author-
ized to and directed to record this resolution
and easement with the Dubuque County Re-
corder.
Passed, approved and adopted this 19th
day of December, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
27. Acceptance of Fiscal Year 2016 Sew-
ershed 5 Sanitary Sewer Manhole Project: City
Manager recommending acceptance of the
construction contract for the FY16 Sewershed
5 Sanitary Sewer Manhole Project, as com-
pleted by McDermott Excavating. Upon motion
the documents were received and filed and
Resolution No. 428-16 Accepting the FY16
Sewershed 5 Sanitary Sewer Manhole Project
was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 428-16
ACCEPTING THE FY16 SEWERSHED 5
SANITARY SEWER MANHOLE PROJECT
Whereas, the public improvement contract
for the FY16 Sewershed 5 Sanitary Sewer
Manhole Project, (the Project) has been com-
pleted by the Contractor, McDermott Excavat-
ing (Contractor), the City Engineer has exam-
ined the work and recommends that the Pro-
ject be accepted; and
Whereas, the final contract amount for the
Project is $45,076.41; and
Whereas, the Contractor has previously
been paid $42,822.59, leaving a balance of
$2,253.82; and
Whereas, the City Council finds that the
recommendation of the City Engineer should
be accepted.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The recommendation of the City
Engineer is approved and the Project is hereby
accepted.
Section 2. The Finance Director is hereby
directed to pay to the Contractor the balance
of the retainage of $2,253.82 as provided in
Iowa Code chapter 573, and to pay such re-
tainage in accordance with the provisions of
Iowa Code chapter 573 or Iowa Code chapter
26.13.
Passed, approved and adopted this 19th
day of December, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
CITY ENGINEER'S CERTIFICATE OF FINAL
COMPLETION OF FY 16 SEWERSHED 5
SANITARY SEWER MANHOLE PROJECT
The undersigned City Engineer of the City
of Dubuque, Iowa, hereby certifies that he has
inspected the FY 16 Sewershed 5 Sanitary
Sewer Manhole Project, and that said Project
has been performed in compliance with the
terms of the Public Improvement Contract, and
that the total cost of the completed work is
$48,231.76.
Dated this 9th day of December, 2016.
/s/Gus Psihoyos, City Engineer
Filed in the office of the City Clerk on the 9th
day of December, 2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
28. Acceptance of Dubuque Industrial Cen-
ter South Building Pad 1 Sanitary Sewer Ex-
tension Project: City Manager recommending
acceptance of the construction contract for the
Dubuque Industrial Center South Building Pad
1 Sanitary Sewer Extension as completed by
McDermott Excavating. Upon motion the doc-
uments were received and filed and Resolution
No. 429-16 Accepting the Dubuque Industrial
Center South Building Pad 1 Sanitary Sewer
Extension and Authorizing the payment to the
contractor was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 429-16
ACCEPTING THE DUBUQUE INDUSTRIAL
CENTER SOUTH, BUILDING PAD 1 SANI-
TARY SEWER EXTENSION AND AUTHOR-
IZING THE PAYMENT TO THE CONTRAC-
TOR
Whereas, the public improvement contract
for the Dubuque Industrial Center South, Build-
ing Pad 1 Sanitary Sewer Extension Project
(the Project) has been completed by the Con-
tractor, McDermott Excavating (Contractor),
the City Engineer has examined the work and
recommends that the Project be accepted; and
Whereas, the final contract amount for the
Project is $62,268.67; and
Whereas, the Contractor has previously
been paid $60,105.24, leaving a balance of
$3,163.43; and
Whereas, the City Council finds that the
recommendation of the City Engineer should
be accepted.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The recommendation of the City
Engineer is approved and the Project is hereby
accepted.
Section 2. The Finance Director is hereby
directed to pay to the Contractor the balance
of the retainage of $3,163.43 as provided in
Iowa Code chapter 573, and to pay such re-
tainage in accordance with the provisions of
Iowa Code chapter 573 or Iowa Code chapter
26.13.
Passed, approved and adopted this 19th
day of December, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Book 146 Regular Session, December 19, 2016 497
CITY ENGINEER'S CERTIFICATE OF FINAL
COMPLETION OF THE DUBUQUE INDUS-
TRIAL CENTER SOUTH, BUILDING PAD 1
SANITARY SEWER EXTENSION PROJECT
The undersigned City Engineer of the City
of Dubuque, Iowa, hereby certifies that he has
inspected the Dubuque Industrial Center
South, Building Pad 1 Sanitary Sewer Exten-
sion Project, and that said Project has been
performed in compliance with the terms of the
Public Improvement Contract, and that the
total cost of the completed work is $67,082.10.
Dated this 9th day of December, 2016.
/s/Gus Psihoyos, City Engineer.
Filed in the office of the City Clerk on the 9th
day of December, 2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
29. Acceptance of State of Iowa Land Pa-
tent - 250 South Main Street: City Manager
recommending acceptance of a State of Iowa
Land Patent for conveyance of the title for the
tract of land located at 250 South Main Street
from the State of Iowa to the City of Dubuque.
Upon motion the documents were received
and filed and Resolution No. 430-16 Accepting
a State Land Patent for the conveyance of title
for the tract of land located at 250 South Main
Street (Parcel B, located in Block 14 of Dubu-
que Harbor Company Addition in the City of
Dubuque, Dubuque County, Iowa) from the
State of Iowa to the City of Dubuque was
adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 430-16
ACCEPTING A STATE LAND PATENT FOR
THE CONVEYANCE OF TITLE FOR THE
TRACT OF LAND LOCATED AT 250 SOUTH
MAIN STREET (PARCEL B, LOCATED IN
BLOCK 14 OF DUBUQUE HARBOR COM-
PANY ADDITION IN THE CITY OF DUBU-
QUE, DUBUQUE COUNTY, IOWA) FROM
THE STATE OF IOWA TO THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE
Whereas, on February 1, 2010, the City of
Dubuque executed an Offer to Buy and De-
ferred Payment Plan agreement to purchase
Parcel B, located in Block 14 of Dubuque Har-
bor Company Addition in the City of Dubuque,
Dubuque County, Iowa and the State of Iowa
has accepted said offer to purchase; and
Whereas, per the terms of the Offer to Buy
agreement, the City has made annual pay-
ments of $47,143 and final payment was is-
sued and received by the State of Iowa on
September 30th, 2016; and
Whereas, the State of Iowa has executed a
Land Patent for the conveyance of said prop-
erty.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The City Council of the City of
Dubuque, Iowa, hereby approves of, accepts,
and consents to the Land Patent from the
State of Iowa, a copy of which is attached
hereto, as required by Iowa Code Section
569.7.
Section 2. The Mayor is hereby authorized
and directed to execute and acknowledge on
behalf of the City of Dubuque any instruments
in connection herewith.
Passed, adopted and approved this 19th
day of December, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
30. Acceptance of Fiscal Year 2016 Sew-
ershed 5, 7, 11 and 12 Manhole Project: City
Manager recommending acceptance of the
public improvement construction contract for
the FY 16 Sewershed 5, 7, 11 and 12 Manhole
Project, as completed by Visu-Sewer Inc. Up-
on motion the documents were received and
filed and Resolution No. 431-16 Authorizing
the FY 16 Sewershed 5, 7, 11 & 12 Manhole
Project and authorizing the payment to the
contractor was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 431-16
ACCEPTING THE FY 16 SEWERSHED 5, 7,
11 & 12 MANHOLE PROJECT AND AU-
THORIZING THE PAYMENT TO THE CON-
TRACTOR
Whereas, the public improvement contract
for the FY 16 Sewershed 5, 7, 11 & 12 Man-
hole Project (the Project) has been completed
by the Contractor, Visu-Sewer Inc. (Contrac-
tor), the City Engineer has examined the work
and recommends that the Project be accepted;
and
Whereas, the final contract amount for the
Project is $76,712.55; and
Whereas, the Contractor has previously
been paid $72,876.92, leaving a balance of
$3,835.63; and
Whereas, the City Council finds that the
recommendation of the City Engineer should
be accepted.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The recommendation of the City
Engineer is approved and the Project is hereby
accepted.
Section 2. The Finance Director is hereby
directed to pay to the Contractor the balance
of the retainage of $3,835.63 as provided in
Iowa Code chapter 573, and to pay such re-
tainage in accordance with the provisions of
Iowa Code chapter 573 or Iowa Code chapter
26.13.
Passed, approved and adopted this 19th
day of December, 2016.
Book 146 Regular Session, December 19, 2016 498
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
CITY ENGINEER’S CERTIFICATE OF FINAL
COMPLETION OF THE FY 16 SEWERSHED
5, 7, 11 & 12 MANHOLE PROJECT
The undersigned City Engineer of the City
of Dubuque, Iowa, hereby certifies that he has
inspected the FY 16 Sewershed 5, 7, 11 & 12
Manhole Project has been performed in com-
pliance with the terms of the Public Improve-
ment Contract, and that the total cost of the
completed work is $80,548.18.
Dated this 13th day of December, 2016.
/s/Gus Psihoyos, City Engineer
Filed in the office of the City Clerk on the 13th
day of December, 2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
31. Acceptance of Fiscal Year 2016 CIPP
Sanitary Sewer Lining Project: City Manager
recommending acceptance of the public im-
provement construction contract for the FY 16
(CIPP) Sanitary Sewer Lining Project, as com-
pleted by SAK Construction. Upon motion the
documents were received and filed and Reso-
lution No. 432-16 Accepting the FY 16 Sani-
tary Sewer Cured-in-Place Pipe (CIPP) Lining
Project and authorizing the payment to the
contractor was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 432-16
ACCEPTING THE FY 16 SANITARY SEWER
CURED-IN-PLACE PIPE (CIPP) LINING
PROJECT AND AUTHORIZING THE PAY-
MENT TO THE CONTRACTOR
Whereas, the public improvement contract
for the FY 16 Sanitary Sewer Cured-in-Place
Pipe (CIPP) Lining Project (the Project) has
been completed by the Contractor, SAK Con-
struction (Contractor), the City Engineer has
examined the work and recommends that the
Project be accepted; and
Whereas, the final contract amount for the
Project is $440,344.00; and
Whereas, the Contractor has previously
been paid $418,326.80, leaving a balance of
$22,017.20; and
Whereas, the City Council finds that the
recommendation of the City Engineer should
be accepted.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The recommendation of the City
Engineer is approved and the Project is hereby
accepted.
Section 2. The Finance Director is hereby
directed to pay to the Contractor the balance
of the retainage of $22,017.20 as provided in
Iowa Code chapter 573, and to pay such re-
tainage in accordance with the provisions of
Iowa Code chapter 573 or Iowa Code chapter
26.13.
Passed, approved and adopted this 19th
day of December, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
CITY ENGINEER’S CERTIFICATE OF FINAL
COMPLETION OF THE FY 16 SANITARY
SEWER CURED-IN-PLACE PIPE (CIPP) LIN-
ING PROJECT
The undersigned City Engineer of the City
of Dubuque, Iowa, hereby certifies that he has
inspected the FY 16 Sanitary Sewer Cured-in-
Place Pipe (CIPP) Lining Project has been
performed in compliance with the terms of the
Public Improvement Contract, and that the
total cost of the completed work is
$462,361.20.
Dated this 13th day of December, 2016.
/s/Gus Psihoyos, City Engineer
Filed in the office of the City Clerk on the 13th
day of December, 2016.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
32. Civil Service Commission - Certified
Lists: Civil Service Commission submitting the
Certified Lists for the positions of Account
Clerk I, Water Meter Repair-Worker I, Urban
Forester, and the re-certified list for the posi-
tion of Inspector II. Upon motion the docu-
ments were received, filed and made a Matter
of Record.
December 15, 2016
Honorable Mayor and
Members of the City Council
In accordance with Chapter 400 of the
Code of Iowa, an examination for the position
of Account Clerk I was administered on De-
cember 6, 2016. We hereby certify that the
individuals listed below have passed this writ-
ten examination and the vacancy for this posi-
tion should be made from this list and that this
list is good for two (2) years from above date.
Account Clerk I
1. Kate Weidemann 22. Cheryl Pregler
2. Connie Fuerst Moyer 23. Chandal Link
3. Daniel Jochum 24. Kim Weinschenk
4. Angela Coleman 25. Susan Elliott
5. Colleen Fitzpatrick 26. Lori Hansen
6. Mindy Klein 27. Larry Koos
7. Tanya Walske 28. Matthew Miller
8. Derek Collum 29. Tonya Duffy
9. Abby Schrup 30. Melissa Even
10. Ian Bonnette 31. Jillian Funk
11. Susan Deininger 32. Anita Osobasic Gonyier
12. John Sewell 33. Nicole Terzano-Borovic
13. Jacob Stocker 34. Carolyn Toth
14. Teresa Behnke 35. Kelli Berkley
15. Sherri Birkett 36. Tracy Brenner
16. Mary Thill 37. Susan Kloft
17. Cindy Wilharm 38. Darlene Miller
18. Robin Markus 39. Jennifer Welsh
Book 146 Regular Session, December 19, 2016 499
19. Mary McWilliams 40. Christina Bandfield
20. Janelle Wilwert 41. Rachel Edmonds
21. Trisha Petersen 42. Anna Hoppmann
Respectfully submitted,
Dan White, Chairman
Civil Service Commission
December 15, 2016
Honorable Mayor and
Members of the City Council
In accordance with Chapter 400 of the
Code of Iowa, an examination for the position
of Water Meter Repair-W orker I was adminis-
tered on November 28, 2016. We hereby certi-
fy that the individuals listed below have passed
this written examination and the vacancy for
this position should be made from this list and
that this list is good for two (2) years from
above date.
Water Meter Repair-W orker I
1. Michael Felton 8. Daniel Petersen
2. Kevin Munson 9. John Kirk
3. John Ungs 10. Jeffrey Weiland
4. Devin Sweeney 11. Dustin Allen
5. Larry Koos 12. Jacob Trierweiler
6. Justin Licht 13. Dave Sowle
7. Nicholas McLaughlin 14. Glenn Burrows
15. Mark Duve
Respectfully submitted,
Daniel White, Chairperson
Civil Service Commission
December 15, 2016
Honorable Mayor and
Members of the City Council
In accordance with Chapter 400 of the
Code of Iowa, an examination for the position
of Urban Forester was administered via take-
home exam. We hereby certify that the indi-
viduals listed below have passed this take-
home examination and the vacancy for this
position should be made from this list and that
this list is good for two (2) years from above
date.
Urban Forester
1. Thomas Kramer
2. Barbara Liska
3. Larry Koos
4. William Heiken
5. Jason Dellaert
6. Mark Heiderscheit
7. Drew Funke
8. Ryan Fogt
Respectfully submitted,
Daniel White, Chairperson
Civil Service Commission
December 15, 2016
Honorable Mayor and
Members of the City Council
In accordance with Chapter 400 of the
Code of Iowa, an examination for the position
of Inspector II was administered via take-home
exam. We hereby certify that the individuals
listed below have passed this “take-home”
examination and the vacancy for this position
should be made from this list and that this list
will expire on April 26, 2018.
Inspector II
1. Jeffrey Zasada
2. Daniel Meneguin
3. Ben Pothoff
4. Michael Simmons
5. Justin Licht
6. Brian Schuster
7. Lee Mau
8. Kevin Kramer
9. Robert Boge
Respectfully submitted,
Daniel White, Chairperson
Civil Service Commission
33. City Council 2015 Official Proceedings:
City Clerk submitting the Official City Council
Proceedings for 2015. Upon motion the docu-
ment was received, filed and approved.
34. Mediacom Communications Company:
Correspondence from Lee Grassley, Senior
Manager of Government Relations for Media-
com Communications Company, informing the
City of rate adjustments being implemented on
or about January 3, 2017. Upon motion the
documents were received and filed.
35. Alcohol Compliance Civil Penalty for
Alcohol License Holder – Casey's General
Store #3473: City Manager recommending
approval of the Acknowledgment/Settlement
Agreement for an alcohol compliance violation
for Casey's General Store #3473, 1072 Cedar
Cross Road. Upon motion the documents were
received, filed and approved.
36. Tobacco Compliance – Civil Penalty for
Tobacco License Holder – Casey's General
Store #3473: City Manager recommending
approval of the Acknowledgement/Settlement
Agreement for a tobacco compliance violation
for Casey's General Store #3473, 1072 Cedar
Cross Road. Upon motion the documents were
received, filed and approved.
37. Alcohol License Applications: City
Manager recommending approval of annual
beer, liquor and wine licenses as submitted.
Upon motion the documents were received
and filed and Resolution No. 433-16 Approving
applications for beer, liquor, and/or wine per-
mits, as required by City of Dubuque Code of
Ordinances Title 4 Business and License Reg-
ulations, Chapter 2 Liquor Control, Article B
Liquor, Beer and Wine Licenses and Permits
was adopted.
Book 146 Regular Session, December 19, 2016 500
RESOLUTION NO. 433-16
APPROVING APPLICATIONS FOR BEER,
LIQUOR, AND/OR WINE PERMITS, AS RE-
QUIRED BY CITY OF DUBUQUE CODE OF
ORDINANCES TITLE 4 BUSINESS AND LI-
CENSE REGULATIONS, CHAPTER 2 LIQ-
UOR CONTROL, ARTICLE B LIQUOR,
BEER AND WINE LICENSES AND PERMITS
Whereas, applications for Beer, Liquor,
and or Wine Permits have been submitted and
filed with the City Council for approval and the
same have been examined and approved; and
Whereas, the premises to be occupied by
such applicants were inspected and found to
comply with the Ordinances of the City and the
applicants have filed the proper fees and
bonds and otherwise complied with the re-
quirements of the Code of Ordinances.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The City Clerk is hereby author-
ized and directed to cause to be issued the
noted permit types to the following applicants
pending submission of the locally required
documentation:
Renewal
Hy-Vee #2, 2395 NW Arterial, Class E Liquor,
Class B Wine, Class C Beer (Sunday)
Magoo's Pizza, 1875 University Ave., Special
Class C Liquor (Outdoor) (Sunday)
Sam's Club, 4440 Asbury Rd., Class E Liquor,
Class B Wine, Class C Beer (Sunday)
Steve's Ace Home & Garden, 3350 J.F. Ken-
nedy Rd., Class B Native Wine (Sunday)
The Moracco, 1381 Rockdale Rd., Class C
Liquor (Sunday)
Passed, approved and adopted this
19th day of December, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
ITEMS SET FOR PUBLIC HEARING
Motion by Lynch to receive and file the
documents, adopt the resolutions, set the pub-
lic hearings as indicated, and direct the City
Clerk to publish notice as prescribed by law.
Seconded by Resnick. Motion carried 6-0.
1. Voluntary Annexation - William and Ja-
net Siegert - Old Highway Road: City Manager
recommending setting a public hearing for
January 17, 2017, on the voluntary annexation
request of William and Janet Siegert for five
acres of property they own located between
Old Highway Road and US Highway 20/Dodge
Street, submitted concurrently with an applica-
tion to rezone the property. Upon motion the
documents were received and filed and Reso-
lution No. 434-16 Setting a public hearing on
an application for voluntary annexation of terri-
tory to the City of Dubuque, Iowa was adopted
setting a public hearing for a meeting to com-
mence at 6:00 p.m. on January 17, 2017 in the
Historic Federal Building.
RESOLUTION NO. 434-16
RESOLUTION SETTING A PUBLIC HEAR-
ING ON AN APPLICATION FOR VOLUN-
TARY ANNEXATION OF TERRITORY TO
THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
Whereas, the City Council of Dubuque has
received a written application from the William
and Janet Siegert, property owners, for the
voluntary annexation of property located be-
tween Old Highway Road and US Highway
20/Dodge Street and consisting Part of Lot 3 of
Siegert's 2nd Place, City of Dubuque and
Dubuque County, Iowa, containing 5.00 acres,
which includes 0.48 acres of public road right
of way, as shown on Exhibit A and more par-
ticularly described on Exhibit B; and
Whereas, the annexation territory is not
subject to an existing annexation moratorium
agreement and does not include any State or
railroad property; and
Whereas, the annexation territory does in-
clude Dubuque County right-of-way; and
Whereas, Chapter 368 of the Code of Iowa
authorizes this annexation by adoption of a
resolution and required notification; and
Whereas, the annexation territory is con-
sistent with the City’s Comprehensive Plan;
and
Whereas, the future growth and develop-
ment of the City of Dubuque, Iowa makes it
desirable that the annexation territory be made
part of the City of Dubuque, Iowa; and
Whereas, the City of Dubuque has the ca-
pacity to provide substantial municipal services
to the annexation territory; and
Whereas, the annexation is in the public in-
terest.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
A public hearing will be held on the 17th
day of January, 2017, at 6:00 p.m. in the His-
toric Federal Building Council Chambers (sec-
ond floor), 350 West 6th Street, Dubuque, Io-
wa, at which time interested persons may ap-
pear and be heard for or against the proposed
annexation, and the City Clerk be and is here-
by directed to cause the attached notice of the
time and place of such hearing to be published
in a newspaper having general circulation in
the City of Dubuque, Iowa, which notice shall
be published not less than ten days prior to the
date of such hearing.
Passed, approved and adopted this 19th
day of December, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Book 146 Regular Session, December 19, 2016 501
BOARDS/COMMISSIONS
The City Council reviewed applications to
the following Boards and Commissions. Appli-
cants were invited to address the City Council
regarding their appointment.
1. Housing Code Appeals Board: One, 3-
year term through January 11, 2020 (Expiring
term of Young). Applicant: David Young, 420
Burch St.
2. Resilient Community Advisory Commis-
sion: Nine, 3-year terms through July 1, 2019.
Three, 3-year terms through July 1, 2019
(Cross Representation Appointments). Six, 3-
year terms through July 1, 2019 (At-Large Ap-
pointments). Sara Booth, 2015 Chaney Rd.;
Benjamin Darr, 419 Winona St.; Dean Boles,
1715 Geraldine Dr.; Steven Drahozal, 683 W.
11th St.; Stephanie Grutz, 6176 Centura Ct.;
Nicholas Huff, 3075 Olde Country Ct.; Robin
Kennicker, 2929 Elm St.; Carrie Lohrmann,
1879 Denver Dr. ; Jared McGovern, 755
Chestnut St.; Mike Muench, 2805 Jackson St.;
Kate Parks, 486 Clarke Dr.; Sergio Perez,
1325 Cox St.; Laura Roussell, 3224 Bitter-
sweet; Rich Russell, 2045 Embassy West Dr.;
Paul Schultz, 1008 Victoria St.; Leah Specht,
3248 Bittersweet Ln. Ms. Booth, Mr. Darr, Mr.
Boles, Mr. Darhozal, Ms. Grutz, Mr. Huff, Ms.
Kennicker, Ms. Lohrmann, Ms. Rousell, Mr.
Schultz, and Ms. Specht all spoke in support of
their respective appointments and provided
brief biographies.
Appointments were made to the following
Boards/Commissions.
3. Catfish Creek Watershed Management
Authority: Two, 4-year terms through July 16,
2020 (Expired terms of Giannakouros and
Hoyer). Applicants: Steve Drahozal, 683 W.
11th St.; Neal Patten, 768 Nevada St. Motion
by Connors to appoint Mr. Drahozal and Mr.
Patten to 4-year terms through July 16, 2020.
Seconded by Jones. Motion carried 6-0.
4. Human Rights Commission: One, 3-year
term through [corrected term date of January
1, 2020]. (Expiring term of Jackson). Applicant:
Miquel Jackson, 2130 Woodland Dr. Motion by
Jones to appoint Mr. Jackson to a 3-year term
through [January 1, 2020]. Seconded by
Lynch. Motion carried 6-0.
5. Mediacom Charitable Foundation: One,
1-year term through December 31, 2017 (Ex-
piring term of Chavenelle). Applicant: Gail
Chavenelle, 1155 Kelly Ln. Motion by Connors
to appoint Ms. Chavenelle to a 1-year term
through December 31, 2017. Seconded by Del
Toro. Motion carried 6-0.
PUBLIC INPUT
Carol Copland, 1330 Locust St., speaking
on behalf of the Dubuque Landlord Association
and the East Central Iowa Association of Real-
tors spoke in opposition to a source of income
ordinance and presented a citizen petition in
opposition to the ban.
Tom Priebe, Sr., 14928 Old Highway Rd.,
and Leisure Services seasonal employee, ex-
pressed his concerns about what he believes
are unsafe working conditions at the Flora
Park maintenance building that may have
caused his health issues.
Christine Darr, 419 Winona St., spoke in
support of a source of income ban.
Evelyn Nadeau, 663 Fenelon Pl., spoke
support of a source of income ban.
Brian Enabnit, 105 So. Grandview Ave.
spoke in opposition to a source of income ban.
Matthew Zanger, 261 Southgate Dr., spoke
in support of a source of income ban.
Jan Schmitt, 11898 JFK Rd., addressed
the source of income issue and spoke about
landlords not offering housing choice vouchers
for high-end units and expressed her belief
that tenants can only live where they can af-
ford to live.
Jay Wickham, Dubuque County Supervi-
sor, spoke in opposition to Action Item #1 Cen-
tral Iowa Water Association Settlement
Agreement and Asset Purchase Agreement.
ACTION ITEMS
1. Central Iowa Water Association (CIWA)
Settlement Agreement and Asset Purchase
Agreement: Assistant City Attorney Maureen
Quann recommending approval of a Settle-
ment Agreement and Asset Purchase Agree-
ment with Central Iowa Water Association
(CIWA), and the City Manager is recommend-
ing the financing strategy. Motion by Jones to
receive and file the documents and adopt
Resolution No. 436-16 Approving a Settlement
Agreement between Central Iowa Water Asso-
ciation and the City of Dubuque for water sup-
ply, service and territory, and accepting the
Deeds to certain real estate in Dubuque Coun-
ty, Iowa from Central Iowa Water Association.
Seconded by Connors. Ms. Quann provided a
presentation on the background information
and subsequent negotiations with CIWA. City
Manager Van Milligen provided information on
financing strategy. Ms. Quann, Mr. Van Milli-
gen and Planning Services Manager Laura
Carstens responded to questions from the City
Council regarding the City’s annexation history
Book 146 Regular Session, December 19, 2016 502
and process, growing the city’s population, the
potential impact on the Southwest Arterial pro-
ject, debt reduction policy and water utility
rates. Motion carried 6-0 with Del Toro’s “pre-
sent” vote counting on the prevailing side.
RESOLUTION NO. 436-16
APPROVING A SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT
BETWEEN CENTRAL IOWA WATER AS-
SOCIATION AND THE CITY OF DUBUQUE
FOR WATER SUPPLY, SERVICE AND TER-
RITORY, AND ACCEPTING THE DEEDS TO
CERTAIN REAL ESTATE IN DUBUQUE
COUNTY, IOWA FROM CENTRAL IOWA
WATER ASSOCIATION
Whereas Iowa Regional Utilities Associa-
tion (doing business as Central Iowa Water
Association and hereinafter called “CIWA”) is a
member governed Iowa nonprofit corporation
with its principal offices at 1351 Iowa Speed-
way Drive, Newton, Iowa 50208; and
Whereas the City of Dubuque, Iowa, here-
inafter called “City” or “the City” is an Iowa
municipal corporation with its principal offices
at 50 West 13th Street, Dubuque, Iowa 52001;
and
Whereas disputes arose between the City
and CIWA regarding each party’s right to serve
certain areas within two miles of the City,
which disputes have resulted in litigation pend-
ing in the Iowa District Court for Jasper County
as City of Dubuque v. Iowa Association of Re-
gional Utilities, Case No. CV 119397 and in
the United States District Court for the North-
ern District of Iowa as Central Iowa Water As-
sociation v. City of Dubuque, Case No. 2:15-
CV-01017-LRR (collectively the “Litigation”);
and
Whereas in an effort to avoid further ex-
pense and the uncertainty of the Litigation, the
Parties have reached a settlement that re-
solves their disputes and the Litigation and the
Parties desire to memorialize the terms and
conditions thereof in the attached Agreement;
and
Whereas the Agreement includes a provi-
sion for the purchase of certain real property in
Dubuque County, Iowa, legally described as
follows:
Lot Eight (8) of Block Two (2) of “Barring-
ton Lakes No. 2 at Dubuque, Iowa” in
Sections 5, 6 & 7, Township 88 North,
Range 2 East of the 5th P.M., Dubuque
County, Iowa, according to the recorded
plats thereof, subject to easements and
restrictions of record and
Lot One (1) of Lot One (1) of the SE ¼ of
the NW ¼ of Section 13, Township 88
North, Range 1 East of the 5th P.M., ac-
cording to the United States Government
Survey and the recorded plats thereof,
subject to easements of record; and
Whereas the terms of the Agreement have
now been met.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The Settlement Agreement is
approved on behalf of the City of Dubuque.
The Mayor and City Clerk are authorized to
execute the Settlement Agreement.
Section 2. The City Manager, City Attor-
ney, and the City’s legal counsel are hereby
authorized to take all necessary actions to
execute the Settlement Agreement.
Section 3. The City of Dubuque, Iowa,
hereby accepts the Deeds from Central Iowa
Water Association, a copy of which is attached
hereto.
Section 4. The City Clerk is hereby author-
ized and directed to record this Resolution and
the Deeds with the Dubuque County Recorder.
Passed, approved and adopted this 19th
day of December, 2016
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
2. Declaration of Official Intent to Reim-
burse Expenses - Fiscal Year 2016 Water Pro-
jects: City Manager recommending approval of
the Declaration of Official Intent Resolution for
the acquisition of Central Iowa Water Associa-
tion water system, construction of English Mill
Pump Station, and water main extension and
improvements. Motion by Connors to receive
and file the documents and adopt Resolution
No. 437-16 Declaring an Official Intent under
Treasury Regulation 1.150-2 to issue debt to
reimburse the City for certain original expendi-
tures paid in connection with the Fiscal Year
2017 Water Projects. Seconded by Jones.
Motion carried 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 437-16
DECLARING AN OFFICIAL INTENT UNDER
TREASURY REGULATION 1.150-2 TO IS-
SUE DEBT TO REIMBURSE THE City FOR
CERTAIN ORIGINAL EXPENDITURES PAID
IN CONNECTION WITH THE FISCAL YEAR
2017 WATER PROJECTS
Whereas, the City anticipates making cash
expenditures for capital improvement projects
generally described as Acquisition of a Rural
Water System, Construction of English Mill
Pump Station, and Water Main Extension and
Improvements along English Mill Road, North
Cascade Road and Highway 20 (hereinafter
referred to as the "Projects"); and
Whereas, the City reasonably expects to
issue debt to reimburse the costs of the Pro-
jects; and
Whereas, the Council believes it is con-
sistent with the City's budgetary and financial
circumstances to issue this declaration of offi-
cial intent.
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That this Resolution be and
does hereby serve as a declaration of official
intent under Treasury Regulation 1.150-2.
Section 2. That it is reasonably expected
that capital expenditures will be made in re-
spect of the Projects, from time to time and in
such amounts as this Council determines to be
necessary or desirable under the circumstanc-
es then and there existing, and this Council
reasonably expects to reimburse all or a por-
tion of such expenditures with the proceeds of
bonds, notes or other indebtedness to be is-
sued or incurred by the City in the future.
Section 3. That the total estimated costs of
the Projects, the maximum principal amount of
the bonds, notes or other indebtedness to be
issued for the foregoing Projects and the esti-
mated date of completion of the Projects is
reasonably expected to be as follows:
Project, Funds from which Original ex-
penditures are to be Advanced, Total Esti-
mated Cost, Amount of Borrowing Antici-
pated, Estimated Date of Completion
Acquisition of Rural Water System, Water
Fund, $6,400,000, $6,400,000, December
2017
Construction of English Mill Pump Station,
Water Fund, $1,050,000, $1,050,000, June
2018
Water Main Extension & Improvements,
Water Fund, $3,346,500, $3,346,500, June
2018
Section 4. That the City reasonably ex-
pects to reimburse the above-mentioned Pro-
ject costs not later than the later of eighteen
months after the capital expenditures are paid
or eighteen months after the property is placed
in service.
Section 5. That this Resolution be main-
tained by the City Clerk and available at all
times for public inspection, subject to such
revisions as may be necessary.
Passed and approved this 19th day of De-
cember, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
3. Greater Dubuque Development Corpo-
ration - Quarterly Update: President and CEO
Rick Dickinson presented the quarterly update
on the activities of the Greater Dubuque De-
velopment Corporation. Topics included:
Recognition by Mid-America Economic Devel-
opment Council as the Best of the Best in
business retention and expansion, workforce
solutions program, and the Deal of the Year in
a 10-state region for the recent solar array
development in collaboration with the City of
Dubuque, Alliant Energy, and A.Y. McDonald
Corporation. Mr. Dickinson announced the
funding campaign kickoff in March 2017 for
operating funding of GDDC programs for
2017-2022. Motion by Lynch tor receive and
file the information. Seconded by Jones. Mo-
tion carried 6-0.
4. Five Flags Civic Center Quarterly Re-
port: SMG Regional General Manager HR
Cook presented the quarterly report on the
Five Flags Civic Center. Topics included Fiscal
Year 2017 operating expenses and operating
revenue, notable events, new website launch
with links to partnering organizations, and
capital initiatives. Motion by Connors to re-
ceive and file the documents. Responding to
questions from the City Council, Mr. Cook ex-
plained the types of events causing the in-
crease in revenue, and City Manager Van Mil-
ligen stated that Five Flags is already on the
list for use as an emergency shelter. Second-
ed by Jones. Motion carried 6-0.
5. Final Plat of Timber-Hyrst Estates #5:
City Manager recommending approval of the
Final Plat of Timber-Hyrst Estates #5. Motion
by Jones to receive and file the documents
and adopt Resolution No. 435-16 Approving
the Final Plat of Timber-Hyrst Estate #5 in the
City of Dubuque, Iowa. Seconded by Connors.
Motion carried 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 435-16
APPROVING THE FINAL PLAT OF TIMBER-
HYRST ESTATES #5 IN THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA
Whereas, North Cascade Road Develop-
ers, LLC, as owners, have filed with the City
Clerk the Final Plat of Timber-Hyrst Estates #5
in the City of Dubuque, Iowa; and
Whereas, upon said final plat appears
streets to be known as Cherry Ridge Court
(Lot O) and South Bend Circle (Lot P), togeth-
er with certain public utility, access, storm
sewer, storm drainage, sanitary sewer and
water main easements, which North Cascade
Road Developers, LLC by said final plat have
dedicated to the public forever; and
Whereas, said Final Plat has been exam-
ined by the Zoning Advisory Commission and
had its approval endorsed thereon; and
Whereas, said Final Plat has been exam-
ined by the City Council and they find that it
conforms to the statutes and ordinances relat-
ing to it, except that no streets or public utilities
have yet been constructed or installed.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the dedication of Cherry
Ridge Court (Lot O) and South Bend Circle
(Lot P), together with the easements for public
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utilities, access, storm sewer, storm drainage,
sanitary sewer and water main, as they appear
upon said final plat, be and the same are
hereby accepted.
Section 2. That the Final Plat of Timber-
Hyrst Estates #5 is hereby approved and the
Mayor and City Clerk are hereby authorized
and directed to endorse the approval of the
City of Dubuque, Iowa upon said Final Plat,
provided the North Cascade Road Developers,
LLC execute their written acceptance hereto
attached agreeing:
a. To reduce Cherry Ridge Court
(Lot O) and South Bend Circle (Lot P)
to grade and construct longitudinal sub-
drain, concrete curb and gutter, with
asphaltic concrete pavement, or Port-
land Cement concrete pavement with
integral curb, all in accordance with the
City of Dubuque standard specifica-
tions, all in a manner acceptable to the
City Engineer, in conformance with
construction improvement plans ap-
proved by the City Engineer, and in-
spected and approved by the City En-
gineer.
b. To install sanitary sewer main
and sewer service laterals into each in-
dividual lot, water main and water ser-
vice laterals into each individual lot,
storm sewers and catch basins, boule-
vard street lighting, fiber optic conduit
and vaults, and erosion control devices
all in accordance with the City of Dubu-
que standard specifications, all in a
manner acceptable to the City Engi-
neer, and in accordance with construc-
tion improvement plans approved by
the City Engineer, and inspected and
approved by the City Engineer.
c. To construct accessible sidewalk
ramps at the intersection of South Bend
Circle and Cherry Ridge Court in ac-
cordance with the City of Dubuque
standard specifications, all in a manner
acceptable to the City Engineer, and in
accordance with construction improve-
ment plans approved by the City Engi-
neer, and inspected and approved by
the City Engineer.
d. To construct the improvements
outlined in (a) and (b) and (c) within two
(2) years from the date of acceptance
of this resolution, at the sole expense
of North Cascade Road Developers,
LLC, or future owner;
e. To maintain the improvements
outlined in (a) and (b) and (c), for a pe-
riod of two (2) years from the date of
the acceptance of those improvements
by the City Council of the City of Dubu-
que, Iowa, at the sole expense of North
Cascade Road Developers, LLC, or fu-
ture owner;
f. To provide security for the per-
formance of the foregoing conditions
specified in this Section in such form
and with such sureties as may be ac-
ceptable to the City Manager of the City
of Dubuque, Iowa.
Section 3. Sidewalk installation shall be the
responsibility of each lot owner abutting the
public rights-of-way, including lots with multiple
frontages, as required by City Code Chapter
10-1-2 (Sidewalk Installation and Repair) and
16-11-16 (Sidewalks).
Section 4. That the planting of street trees
shall be coordinated with the City Forester.
Trees planted within the street right-of-way
must be chosen and planted by the City of
Dubuque Leisure Services Department at the
developer’s expense.
Section 5. That the final acceptance of all
public improvements shall only occur upon
certification of the City Engineer to the City
Council that all public improvements have
been completed in accordance with the ap-
proved improvement plans and City standard
specifications and accepted by City Council
Resolution.
Section 6. That in the event North Cascade
Road Developers, LLC fails to execute the
acceptance and furnish the guarantees pro-
vided hereof within 180 days after the date of
this Resolution, the provisions hereof shall be
null and void and the acceptance of the dedi-
cation and approval of the plat shall not be
effective.
Passed, approved and adopted this 19th
day of December, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
ACCEPTANCE OF
RESOLUTION NO. 435-16
I, the undersigned, Marty McNamer, repre-
senting North Cascade Road Developers,
LLC, having read the terms and conditions of
the Resolution No. 435-16 and being familiar
with the conditions thereof, hereby accept this
same and agree to the conditions required
therein.
Dated in Dubuque, Iowa this ______ day
of _______________________, 2016.
/s/Marty McNamer
North Cascade Road Developers, LLC
6. Request for Work Session - Dubuque
Area Convention and Visitors Bureau: Dubu-
que Area Convention & Visitors Bureau Presi-
dent & CEO Keith Rahe requesting the City
Council schedule the CVB budget work ses-
sion for February 6, 2017, at 5:30 p.m. Motion
by Jones to receive and file the documents
Book 146 Regular Session, December 19, 2016 505
and set the work session as requested. Se-
conded by Connors. Motion carried 6-0.
CLOSED SESSION
Motion by Jones to convene in closed ses-
sion at 8:46 p.m. to discuss pending litigation
and real estate transfer negotiations pursuant
to Chapter 21.5(1)(c), -(j) Code of Iowa. Mayor
Buol stated for the record that the attorney
who will consult with City Council on the issues
to be discussed in the closed session is City
Attorney Crenna Brumwell. Seconded by Con-
nors. Motion carried 6-0.
Upon motion, the City Council reconvened
in open session at 9:18 p.m. stating that staff
had been given proper direction.
There being no further business, upon mo-
tion the City Council adjourned at 9:19 p.m.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, CMC, City Clerk
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