7 6 20 City Council Proceedings Official_Regular1
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 6, 2020. Due to
the COVID-19 pandemic and mandates for social distancing, this meeting was conducted
virtually through GoToMeeting and aired live on CityChannel Dubuque (Mediacom cable
channels 8 and 117.2), streamed live on the city’s website at
www.cityofdubuque.org/media, and streamed live on the City’s Facebook page at
www.facebook.com/cityofdubuque.
Present: Mayor Buol; Council Members Cavanagh, Jones, Resnick, Roussell, Shaw,
Sprank; 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. COVID-19 Update: Mary Rose Corrigan, Public Health Specialist for the City of
Dubuque, provided an update on the COVID-19 pandemic and response activities.
PROCLAMATION(S)
1. Sister Carolyn Farrell Day (July 6, 2020) was accepted by Sr. Teri Hadro, BVM.
2. 1-133d Infantry Regiment - Ironman Battalion Day (July 11, 2020) was accepted by
Mayor Roy D. Buol on behalf of the Iowa National Guard 1st Battalion of the 133d Infantry
Regiment.
3. Mayor Buol's Emergency Declaration Proclamation Update: Mayor Buol presented
and read an update to his Emergency Declaration Proclamation from June 4, 2020.
CONSENT ITEMS
Motion by Resnick to receive and file the documents, adopt the resolutions, and
dispose of as indicated. Seconded by Jones. Staff reported that there were no public
comments related to the Consent Items. Motion carried 7-0.
1. Minutes and Reports Submitted: Arts and Cultural Affairs Advisory Commission and
Work Groups of 4/28, 5/28, 6/9; City Council Proceedings of 6/15, 6/22, 6/29; Community
Development Advisory Commission of 6/17; Housing Commission of 5/26; Historic
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Preservation Commission of 6/18; Library Board of Trustees Council Update No. 198 of
5/28 and No. 199 of 6/25. Upon motion the documents were received and filed.
2. Notice of Claims and Suits: Darlene Hughes for property damage, Joan Reimer for
property damage, Dane Schrobilgen for vehicle damage; Suit by Eunice Meyer v.
Dubuque Hotel Partners, LLC, Kinseth Hotel Corporation, and City of Dubuque. Upon
motion the documents were received, filed, and referred to the City Attorney.
3. Disposition of Claims: City Attorney advising that the following claims have been
referred to Public Entity Risk Services of Iowa, the agent for the Iowa Communities
Assurance Pool: Darlene Hughes for property damage, Joan Reimer for property
damage, Dane Schrobilgen for vehicle damage. Upon motion the documents were
received, filed, and concurred.
4. Approval of City Expenditures: City Manager recommending City Council approval
for payment of City expenditures. Upon motion the documents were received and filed,
and Resolution No. 189-20 Authorizing the Director of Finance and Budget/City Treasurer
to make certain payments of bills that must be paid and approved for payment in
accordance with City procedures was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 189-20
AUTHORIZING THE DIRECTOR OF FINANCE AND BUDGET / CITY TREASURER TO
MAKE CERTAIN PAYMENTS OF BILLS THAT MUST BE PAID AND APPROVED FOR
PAYMENT IN ACCORDANCE WITH CITY PROCEDURES
Whereas, Section 1-7-7(E) of the Municipal Code of the City of Dubuque provides that
the Finance Director-City Treasurer shall keep an accurate account of all disbursements,
money, or property, specifying date, to whom, and from what fund paid; and
Whereas, the invoices, presented by those firms and persons providing such goods
and services have been pre-audited by Finance Department personnel in accordance
with generally accepted internal control procedures and have been determined to have
been requisitioned for a lawful municipal purpose; and
Whereas, the Finance Director-City Treasurer has provided a list of Expenditures
attached hereto, and by this reference made a part hereof, to be drawn to pay for goods
and services provided for City purposes; and
Whereas, the City Council of the City of Dubuque has heretofore, by Resolution 142 -
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in payment of certain expenditures known as Exception Expenditures prior to City Council
approval and such list is attached hereto.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA THAT:
Section 1. The Finance Director-City Treasurer is hereby authorized to issue payment
for goods and services provided for City purposes in response to the purchase orders
and contracts issued in compliance with state and municipal code requirements as
requested by designated requisitioning authorities in accordance with approved budget
appropriations.
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Section 2. In accordance with Iowa Code Section 372.13(6), the City Clerk and Finance
Director are hereby authorized and directed to provide the statement of receipts and
disbursements to the City Council, and to publish a summary thereof.
Passed, approved, and adopted this 6th day of July 2020.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
5. 2020 Asphalt Overlay Ramp Project Two - Rejection of Bid: City Manager
recommending rejection of the bid for the 2020 Asphalt Overlay Ramp Project. Upon
motion the documents were received and filed, and Resolution No. 190-20 Rejecting
competitive bid received for the 2020 Asphalt Overlay Ramp Project Two was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 190-20
REJECTING COMPETITIVE BID RECEIVED FOR THE 2020 ASPHALT OVERLAY
RAMP PROJECT TWO
Whereas, one (1) competitive sealed bid was submitted by one (1) contractor for the
2020 Asphalt Overlay Ramp Project Two (the Project); and
Whereas, the one (1) competitive sealed bid was opened and read on the 11th day of
June 2020; and
Whereas, the City Council has deemed it advisable to reject the one (1) competitive
sealed bid for the Project.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA THAT:
Section 1. The one (1) competitive sealed bid for the 2020 Asphalt Overlay Ramp
Project Two is hereby rejected.
Section 2. The City Clerk is authorized and instructed to return the bid deposit of the
unsuccessful bid for the 2020 Asphalt Overlay Ramp Project Two.
Passed, approved, and adopted this 6th day of June 2020.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
6. Fund Transfers for Capital Projects and Other Expense Reimbursements in Fiscal
Year 2020: City Manager recommending approval of the suggested proceedings
approving a transfer of funds for capital projects and other expense reimbursements. Iowa
Administrative Rules Code 545-2.5(5), which implements Iowa Code Section 384.18.
Upon motion the documents were received and filed, and Resolution No. 191-20
Authorizing the Director of Finance to make the appropriate inter -fund transfers of sums
and record the same in the appropriate manner for the FY2020 for the City of Dubuque,
Iowa was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 191-20
AUTHORIZING THE DIRECTOR OF FINANCE AND BUDGET TO MAKE THE
APPROPRIATE INTERFUND TRANSFERS OF SUMS AND RECORD THE SAME IN
THE APPROPRIATE MANNER FOR THE FY 2020 FOR THE CITY OF DUBUQUE,
IOWA
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Whereas, Iowa Administrative Rules Code Section 545-2.5(5) implements Iowa Code
Section 384.18 and provides that the City Council shall approve all transfers of moneys
from one budgeted fund to another budgeted fund as provided in Iowa Administrative
Rules Code Section 545-2.5(5).
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. Authorize the Director of Finance and Budget to Transfer Funds. That the
Director of Finance and Budget be and is hereby authorized by the City Council to make
the appropriate interfund transfer of sums and record the same in the appropriate manner
for FY 2020.
Section 2. Transfer of Funds. That the Director of Finance and Budget will transfer the
following sums and to record the same in the appropriate manner:
1. Transfer from the General Fund to the DRA Gaming Fund $158,479.84 for
budgeted capital projects.
2. Transfer from the General Fund to the DRA Distribution Fund $1,094,288.00
for budgeted capital projects.
3. Transfer from General Fund to the Section 8 Fund $97,138.00 for the defic it
related to HUD administrative funding.
4. Transfer from General Fund to General Construction Fund $117,500.00 for the
Multicultural Family Center Addition Renovation
5. Transfer from General Fund to Transit Fund $1,693,164.00 for the Transit Levy
and reimbursement of the downtown shuttle.
6. Reverse the transfer from the DRA Distribution Fund to the General
Construction Fund $136,382.00 for Grand River Center Carpet.
7. Transfer from DRA Distribution Fund to the Stormwater Operating Fund
226,321.53 for stormwater subsidies related to tax exempt entities, farms, and half
rate for income qualified.
8. Transfer from the Tort Liability Fund to the General Fund $6,065.29 for the cost
of liability insurance.
9. Transfer from the Trust & Agency Fund to the General Fund $63,506.95 for
the cost of employee benefits.
10. Transfer from the Dubuque Industrial Center Tax Increment Financing Fund
to the General Fund $270,613.00 for the reimbursement of Tax Increment Financing
eligible expenses.
11. Transfer from the North Cascade Road Housing Tax Increment Financing
Fund to the General Construction Fund $300,000.00 for low- and moderate-income
eligible projects.
12. Transfer from the English Ridge Housing Tax Increment Financing Fund to
the General Construction Fund $9,729.00 for low- and moderate-income eligible
projects.
13. Transfer from the Greater Downtown Tax Increment Financing Fund to the
General Fund $234,804.00 for the reimbursement of Tax Increment Financing
eligible expenses.
14. Transfer from Greater Downtown TIF fund to the General Construction Fund
136,382.00.
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15. Transfer from Greater Downtown TIF Fund to Parking Operations Fund
414,246.00 for debt service on downtown ramps.
16. Transfer from the Special Assessments Special Revenue Fund to the General
Fund $172.50 to reimburse previously assessed sidewalk improvements.
17. Transfer from the Special Assessments Special Revenue Fund to the Street
Construction Fund $325.98 to reimburse previously assessed street improvements.
18. Transfer from the Special Assessments Special Revenue Fund to the Sales
Tax Increment Fund $1,232.46 to reimburse previously assessed street
improvements.
19. Transfer from the Special Assessments Special Revenue Fung to the Water
Operating Enterprise Fund $459.40 to reimburse previously assessed water
improvements.
20. Transfer from Sales Tax Construction Fund to the Stormwater Operating
Fund $25,270.52 for stormwater subsidies related to tax exempt entities, farms, and
half rate for income qualified.
Passed, approved, and adopted this 6th day of July 2020.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
7. 2019 Tree City USA recognition to the City of Dubuque Leisure Services Department
from the Arbor Day Foundation and the Iowa Department of Natural Resources: City
Manager transmitting information related to the 2019 Tree City USA recognition recently
received by the City of Dubuque Parks Division. Upon motion the documents were
received and filed.
8. National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium - Grant Letter of Support: City
Manager providing a copy of Mayor Buol's correspondence to Kurt Strand, President and
CEO of the National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium (NMRMA), in support of
the NMRMA's application to the Institute of Museum and Library Services' (IMLS) CARES
Act Grant program. Upon motion the documents were received and filed.
9. Urban Sustainability Directors Network (USDN) Rapid Response Funding Request:
City Manager recommending approval of funding request to the Urban Sustainability
Directors Network (USDN) Rapid Response grant program to pilot a “Resiliency Corps”
in partnership with the Multicultural Family Center’s Summer Teen Empowerment
Program. Upon motion the documents were received, filed and approved.
10. Arts and Culture Survey Report: City Manager transmitting the Arts & Culture
Survey Results as of June 26, 2020 gathered through an ongoing survey effort conducted
by the Branding and Communications Working Group of the City of Dubuque’s Arts &
Culture Master Plan. Upon motion the documents were received and filed.
11. Pre-Annexation Agreement with Scott T. O'Brien and Danielle J. Vargas: City
Manager recommending approval of a Pre -Annexation Agreement with Scott T. O’Brien
and Danielle J. Vargas, for property located at 14270 N. Cascade Road, in conjunction
with their request to connect to City water. Upon motion the documents were received
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and filed, and Resolution No. 192-20 Approving a Pre-Annexation Agreement between
the City of Dubuque, Iowa and Scott T. O'Brien and Danielle J. Vargas was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 192-20
APPROVING A PRE-ANNEXATION AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA, AND SCOTT T. O’BRIEN & DANIELLE J. VARGAS
Whereas, Scott T. O’Brien & Danielle J. Vargas, 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 OF LOT 2 OF THE SOUTH WEST ¼ OF THE NORTH EAST ¼, LOT 2 OF
LOT 2 OF LOT 2 OF THE SOUTH EAST OF THE NORTH EAST ¼ OF SECTION
7, TOWNSHIP 88 NORTH, RANGE 2 EAST OF THE 5TH P.M., IN TABLE MOUND
TOWNSHIP, DUBUQUE COUNTY, IOWA, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED
PLATS THEREOF; and
Whereas, Scott T. O’Brien & Danielle J. Vargas 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 authorizes 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 orderly 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
interest.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA THAT:
Section 1. The Pre-annexation Agreement by and between Scott T. O’Brien & Danielle
J. Vargas and the City of Dubuque is hereby approved.
Passed, approved, and adopted this 6th day of July 2020.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
12. Pre-Annexation Agreement with Joseph J & Judith Riniker - Corrected Resolution:
City Manager recommending that the City Council rescind Resolution 177-20 and
approve a resolution correcting a legal description. Upon motion the documents were
received and filed, and Resolution No. 193-20 Rescinding Resolution No. 177-20 and
approving a new resolution for a Pre-Annexation Agreement between the City of
Dubuque, Iowa and Joseph J. & Judith Riniker was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 193-20
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RESCINDING RESOLUTION 177-20 AND APPROVING A NEW RESOLUTION FOR A
PRE-ANNEXATION AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA AND
JOSEPH J. & JUDITH RINIKER
Whereas, Resolution 177-20 previously recorded as instrument number 2020 -8490
with an incorrect legal description; and
Whereas, the correct legal description is as follows:
LOT 1 OF LOT 1 OF LOT 1 OF THE NORTHWEST ¼ OF THE SOUTHEAST ¼ OF
SECTION 5, IN TOWNSHIP 89 NORTH, RANGE 2 EAST OF THE 5TH P.M., IN
DUBUQUE COUNTY, IOWA, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT
THEREOF; and
Whereas, Joseph J. & Judith Riniker, 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 ;
and
Whereas, Joseph J. & Judith Riniker have entered into a Pre -annexation Agreement
with the City of Dubuque, governing the future annexation of the Property previously
recorded under instrument number 2020-8490; 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 authorizes 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 orderly 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
interest.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA THAT:
Section 1. Resolution No. 177-20 is hereby rescinded.
Section 2. The Pre-annexation Agreement by and between Joseph J. & Judith Riniker
and the City of Dubuque is hereby re-approved.
Section 3. The City Clerk is hereby directed to record this resolution with the Dubuque
County Recorder’s Office.
Passed, approved, and adopted this 6th day of July 2020.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
13. Platting of City Property on Chavenelle Road (McFadden Farm Place No. 5, City
of Dubuque, Iowa): City Manager recommending approval of the Plat of Survey for Lot 1
and 2 of McFadden Farm Place No. 5 in the City of Dubuque as part of a revised
Development Agreement between the City, Walter Development LLC, and Duluth
Holdings, Inc. Upon motion the documents were received and filed, and Resolution No.
194-20 Approving Plat of Survey of Lot 1 and Lot 2 of McFadden Farm Place No. 5 in the
City of Dubuque, Dubuque County, Iowa was adopted.
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RESOLUTION NO. 194-20
APPROVING PLAT OF SURVEY OF LOT 1 AND LOT 2 OF MCFADDEN FARM PLACE
NO. 5 IN THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, DUBUQUE COUNTY, IOWA
Whereas, there has been presented to the City Council of the City of Dubuque, Iowa ,
a plat dated the 8th day of June, 2020, prepared by IIW, P.C., dividing Lot 2 -2 of
McFadden Farm Place No. 4, to be hereinafter known as Lot 1 and Lot 2 of McFadden
Farm Place No. 5 in the City of Dubuque, Dubuque County, 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 THAT:
Section 1. The plat dated the 8th day of June, 2020, prepared by IIW, P.C. 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. 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 July 2020.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, CMC City Clerk
14. Acceptance of Grants of Easement for Sanitary Sewer Utility - Edwards Road /
Walen Acres: City Manager recommending acceptance of Grants of Easement for
Sanitary Sewer Utility across parts of Lot 1 and Lot 2 of Walen Acres, Part of Lot 2 of
Beverly Pines No. 2, and part of Lot 2-2 of Beverly Pines as part of the extension of the
sanitary sewer. Upon motion the documents were received and filed, and Resolution No.
195-20 Accepting Grants of Easement for Sanitary Sewer Utility associated with the
Edwards Road Sanitary Sewer Project, in the City of Dubuque, Iowa was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 195-20
ACCEPTING GRANTS OF EASEMENT FOR SANITARY SEWER UTILITY
ASSOCIATED WITH THE EDWARDS ROAD SANITARY SEWER PROJECT, IN THE
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
Whereas, Melissa N. Walen, has executed a Grant of Easement for Sanitary Sewer
Utility across Parts of Lot 1 and 2 of Walen Acres, in the City of Dubuque, Iowa; and
Whereas, Edwards Family Realty Company, L.C., has executed a Grant of Easement
for Sanitary Sewer Utility across Part of Lot 2 of Beverly Pines No. 2, in the City of
Dubuque, Iowa; and
Whereas, Bonnie R. Walling, has executed a Grant of Easement for Sanitary Sewer
Utility across Part of Lot 2-2 of Beverly Pines, in the City of Dubuque, Iowa.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA THAT:
Section 1. The City Council of the City of Dubuque, Iowa, hereby approves of, accepts
and consents to the Grants of Easement for Sanitary Sewer Utility, across the properties
as listed above, in the City of Dubuque, Iowa from the property owners as listed above,
copies of which are attached hereto.
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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 be and is hereby authorized and directed to record a certified
copy of this resolution with each said Grant of Easement for Sanitary Sewer Utility, in the
offices of the City Assessor, Dubuque County Recorder and Dubuque County Auditor.
Passed, approved, and adopted this 6th day of July 2020.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
15. Creation of a Full-Time Confidential Account Clerk Position in Transportation
Services Department: City Manager recommending approval to eliminate a full-time
dispatcher position, eliminate the part-time confidential account clerk position and add a
full-time confidential account clerk position in the Transportation Services Department.
Upon motion the documents were received, filed and approved.
16. Travel Dubuque - Contracted Service Agreement for Fiscal Year 2021 : City
Manager recommending execution of the Contracted Services Agreement with the Travel
Dubuque/Dubuque Area Convention and Visitors Bureau and authorize the Mayor to
execute the contract on behalf of the City. Upon motion the documents were received,
filed and approved.
17. Dubuque Jaycees Fireworks Correspondence: Correspondence from the Dubuque
Jaycees outlining the required logistics and safety precautions that will be in force during
the fireworks display on August 22, 2020. Upon motion the documents were received and
filed.
18. ITC Midwest Transmission Line Project Correspondence: Correspondence from
ITC Midwest providing an update and newsletter on the Cardinal-Hickory Creek
Transmission Line Project from new Vienna, Iowa to Cassville, Wisconsin. Upon motion
the documents were received and filed.
19. Signed Contract(s): Assignment of Vendor Services for Grass Mowing Services
from JJ Block Landscaping to Brune Enterprises; Lease Agreement with Owen
Lindstrom/Dubuque by Carriage for Commercial Street Building; Agreement with Shelby
Fry for Moral Rights Mural Artwork. Upon motion the documents were received and filed.
20. Improvement Contracts / Performance, Payment and Maintenance Bonds: SELCO,
Inc. for 2020 Pavement Marking Project; Drew Cook & Sons Excavating for the Julien
Dubuque Drive Sanitary Project. Upon motion the documents were received, filed and
approved.
21. 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. 204-20 Approving applications for beer, liquor, and/or wine
permits, as required by City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances Title 4 Business and License
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Regulations, Chapter 2 Liquor Control, Article B Liquor, Beer and Wine Licenses and
Permits was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 204-20
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
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 requirements of the Code of Ordinances.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA THAT:
Renewals
Diamond Jo Casino 301 Bell St. Class C Liquor, Class B Wine
Outdoor) (Sunday)
Fischer Lanes 880 Locust St. Class C Liquor License (Sunday)
Jubeck New World
Brewing
115 W. 11th St. Class B Beer (Outdoor) (Sunday)
Kwik Star #236 2035 J.F Kennedy Rd. Class C Beer, Class B Native Wine
Sunday)
Kwik Star #495 2685 Dodge St. Class C Beer, Class B Native Wine
Sunday)
Oolong Asia Cuisine 145 W .11th St. Special Class C Liquor, Class B
Native Wine
Section 1. The City Clerk is hereby authorized 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 6th day of July 2020.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
ITEMS SET FOR PUBLIC HEARING
Motion by Resnick to receive and file the documents, adopt the resolutions, set the
public hearings as indicated, and direct the City Clerk to publish notice as prescribed by
law. Seconded by Cavanagh. Motion carried 7-0.
1. Intent to Dispose of City-Owned Property at 2033 Washington: City Manager
recommending that the City Council set a public hearing for July 20th for the purpose of
disposing of City-owned real property located at 2033 Washington Street to Emily J. and
William C. Andress. Upon motion the documents were received and filed and Resolution
No. 196-20 Intent to dispose of an interest in City of Dubuque real estate to Emily J. and
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William C. Andress, setting a time and place for hearing, and providing for the publication
of notice thereof was adopted setting a public hearing for a virtual meeting to commence
at 6:30 p.m. on July 20, 2020.
RESOLUTION NO. 196-20
INTENT TO DISPOSE OF AN INTEREST IN CITY OF DUBUQUE REAL ESTATE TO
EMILY J. AND WILLIAM C. ANDRESS, SETTING A TIME AND PLACE FOR
HEARING, AND PROVIDING FOR THE PUBLICATION OF NOTICE THEREOF
Whereas, the City of Dubuque, Iowa (City) owns 2033 Washington Street (the
Property) legally described as:
Lot 22 of Steiner’s Addition, in the City of Dubuque, Iowa, according to the recorded
plat thereof, together with and subject to all easements and agreements of record;
and
Whereas, City acquired the Property from Dubuque’s True North Corporation as a
vacant property for the purpose of its restoration and re-sale for owner-occupied housing;
and
Whereas, City received an offer to purchase the property from Emily J. and William C.
Andress; and
Whereas, by accepting the selected offer the City’s objectives of providing
homeownership to an income qualified buyer and rehabilitation of a vacated home can
be realized and is consistent with the City goal of creating opportunities for affordable
home ownership.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the City of Dubuque, Iowa, proposes to dispose of its interest in the
above described real estate to Emily J. and William C. Andress for the sum of
139,000.00.
Section 2. That the City Council shall conduct a public hearing on the proposed
disposition of real estate in the City Council Chambers at the Historic Federal Building,
350 W. 6th Street, Dubuque, Iowa on the 20th day of July 2020 beginning at 6:30 p.m.
Section 3. That the City Clerk be and is hereby authorized and directed to publish
notice of the public hearing in the form attached hereto, according to law.
Passed, approved, and adopted this 6th day of July 2020.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
2. Voluntary Annexation Request - Spiegel Family Realty Company, LLC: City
Manager recommending that the City Council set a public hearing for August 3, 2020 on
the 100% voluntary annexation request filed by the Spiegel Family Realty Company, LLC
for approximately 7.05 acres of property, concurrent with rezoning, located east of
Highway 61 and Cycle Club Lane. Upon motion the documents were received and filed
and Resolution No. 197-20 Setting a public hearing on an application for voluntary
annexation of territory to the City of Dubuque, Iowa was adopted setting a public hearing
for a virtual meeting to commence at 6:30 p.m. on August 3, 2020.
RESOLUTION NO. 197-20
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SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING ON AN APPLICATION FOR VOLUNTARY
ANNEXATION OF TERRITORY TO THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
Whereas, the City Council of Dubuque has received a written application from Spiegel
Family Realty, LLC for the voluntary annexation of 7.05 acres of property which includes
an additional 0.60-acre parcel of Iowa Department of Transportation property located
immediately to the north. These parcels are located east of Highway 61 and Cycle Club
Lane as shown on Exhibit A and legally described as:
Lot 1 Silver Oaks No. 2, in Dubuque County, Iowa: and
Lot 1 of 2 of the Division of Lot 2 of the SW 1/4 of the SE 1/4, Section 23, T88N,
R2E of the 5th P.M., Dubuque County Iowa containing 0.60 acres; and
Whereas, the annexation territory is not subject to an existing annexation moratorium
agreement and does not include any railroad property; and
Whereas, the annexation territory does include State owned property to avoid creation
of an island; 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 consistent with the City’s Comprehensive Plan;
and
Whereas, the future growth and development of the City of Dubuqu e, 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 capacity to provide substantial municipal
services to the annexation territory; and
Whereas, the annexation is in the public interest.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA THAT:
Section 1. A public hearing will be held on the 3rd day of August, 2020, at 6:30 p.m. in
the Historic Federal Building Council Chambers (second floor), 350 West 6th Street,
Dubuque, Iowa, or by virtual means, at which time interested persons may appear and
be heard for or against the proposed annexation.
Section 2. 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 fourteen
business days prior to the date of such hearing.
Passed, approved, and adopted this 6th day of July 2020.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
3. Voluntary Annexation Request - City of Dubuque: City Manager recommending that
the City Council set a public hearing for August 3, 2020 on the voluntary annexation
request filed by the City of Dubuque for approximately 1.00 acre of property, concurrent
with rezoning, located east of Highway 61 and Cycle Club Lane. Upon motion the
documents were received and filed and Resolution No. 198-20 Setting a public hearing
on an application for Voluntary annexation of Territory to the City of Dubuque, Iowa was
adopted setting a public hearing for a virtual meeting to commence at 6:30 p.m. on August
3, 2020.
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RESOLUTION NO. 198-20
SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING ON AN APPLICATION FOR VOLUNTARY
ANNEXATION OF TERRITORY TO THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
Whereas, the City Council of Dubuque has received a written application from the City
of Dubuque for the voluntary annexation of 1 acre of property. This parcel is addressed
as 8113 Rt 61 and is located east of Highway 61 and Cycle Club Lane as shown on
Exhibit A and legally described as:
Lot 1 Silver Oaks; 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, Chapter 368 of the Code of Iowa authorizes this annexation by adoption of
a resolution and required notification; and
Whereas, the annexation territory is consistent with the City’s Comprehensive Plan;
and
Whereas, the future growth and development 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 capacity to provide substantial municipal
services to the annexation territory; and
Whereas, the annexation is in the public interest.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA THAT:
Section 1. A public hearing will be held on the 3rd day of August, 2020, at 6:00 p.m. in
the Historic Federal Building Council Chambers (second floor), 350 West 6th Street,
Dubuque, Iowa or by virtual means, at which time interested persons may appear and be
heard for or against the proposed annexation.
Section 2. 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 fourteen days
prior to the date of such hearing.
Passed, approved, and adopted this 6th day of July 2020.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
4. Jule Transit New Fixed-Route Fare Structure: City Manager recommending that the
City Council set a public hearing for August 17, 2020 on the restructuring of the Jule’s
existing fare system. Upon motion the documents were received and filed and Resolution
No. 199-20 Setting the date for a public hearing on restructuring Transit Fixed -Route Fare
was adopted setting a public hearing for a virtual meeting to commence a t 6:30 p.m.
August 17, 2020.
RESOLUTION NO. 199-20
SETTING THE DATE FOR A PUBLIC HEARING ON RESTRUCTURING TRANSIT
FIXED-ROUTE FARE
Whereas, the City of Dubuque provides fixed-route service for the citizens of Dubuque;
and
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Whereas, the City of Dubuque has reevaluated the equity impact of its fares and the
promotion of transit mobility to its residents; and
Whereas, The City of Dubuque desires to continue to provide equitable accessibility to
fixed-route services to its citizens; and
Whereas, the proposed fare restructure will impact fixed route ridership and fare types;
and
Whereas, the proposed fare restructure will require a period of 30 days for public
review and comment, it is recommended that the date for public hearing is scheduled on
August 17, 2020
Whereas, the following changes to fixed-route fares if approved will go into effect
August 18, 2020 are proposed:
Single rides:
Adult - $1.50
Seniors, ADA - $0.75
Children aged 11 and under ride for free
Bus passes will be available for purchase in the form of the Mobile App and Smart
Cards:
45.00 – Full Fare Monthly Pass (Unlimited rides for 1 month)
22.50 – Half Fare Monthly Pass (Unlimited rides for 1 month
for eligible passengers*)
15.00 – 11 Ride Full Fare Pass (11 rides for price of 10)
7.50 – 11 Ride Half Fare Pass (11 rides for price of 10 for eligible
passengers*)
1 cost added for every card purchased
Half-fare eligibility includes people 65 and older or disabled. Passengers must
provide proof of half-fare status (ID or Medicare card) if asked in order to ride.
The Jule will maintain its $1.50 one ride cards. These cards are currently purchased
in bulk by area agencies for patron usage. Bus operators will continue to collect the
cards and return them to the operations center for reuse.
Proposed New Fares/Fare Changes
Student Annual Pass (Aged 12-18) – Change from $15 a year to free. Student must
download the mobile app or present a smart card to board the bus (a $1 charge will be
assessed for the purchase of new or replaced smart cards).
Grade 6 thru 12 must have current student ID. Operators may ask to see
student IDs upon boarding to validate the student’s status. If the student does not
comply with the ID check, she/he/they will be denied admission to ride the bus.
Veteran Annual Pass – Honorably discharged veterans. $20 a year for unlimited rides.
At time of purchase, must provide valid photo ID and proof of Honorable
Discharge.
o DD Form 214 (Member copy 2-4*)
o VA Summary of Benefit Letter
A Member 1 Copy of the DD Form 214 will not list the discharge status and
cannot be accepted for this purpose.
College Student Mobile App Pass – a $20 monthly unlimited pass will be offered to
students enrolled at Clarke, Loras, University of Dubuque, Emmaus, and Northwest Iowa
Community College.
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Operators may ask to see student IDs upon boarding to validate the
student’s status. If the student does not comply with the ID check she/he/they will
be denied admission to ride the bus.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA THAT:
Section 1. The City of Dubuque set a public hearing on the Jule Fixed Route fare
restructure on the 17th day of August 2020 at 6:30 p.m. in the City Council Chamber,
Historic Federal Building, 350 W. 6th Street, Dubuque, Iowa.
Section 2: Interested persons may comment 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
following the public hearing, the City Council will act to adopt or reject the proposed fare
restructure.
Passed, approved, and adopted this 6th day of July 2020.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Virtual meeting login information for these hearings will be posted with the respective
meeting agenda on the Friday prior to the meeting date.
BOARDS/COMMISSIONS
Applications were reviewed for the following Boards/Commissions.
1. Civil Service Commission: One, 4-Year term through April 6, 2024 (Vacant term of
Stillings). Applicant: Carla Heathcote, 2529 Stafford St.
2. Long Range Planning Advisory Commission: Two, 3-Year term through July 1, 2023
Expiring terms of Peroski and Vincent). Applicants: Michael Peroski, 1935 Coates St.;
Alan Vincent, 565 Woodland Rd.
3. Mechanical and Plumbing Code Board: One, 3-Year term through March 16, 2022
Vacant term of Papin). Applicant: Daniel McNamer, 2891 Northridge Dr. Motion by
Cavanagh to appoint Mr. McNamer to the 3-year term. Seconded by Roussell. Motion
carried 7-0.
PUBLIC INPUT
Sasha Williams, Asbury Road / 2000 University Avenue, commented in part via
Facebook Live as to what precautions the City Council is taking to protect the black and
brown communities since COVID-19 rates are spiking among those communities.
Evelyn Nadeau, 663 Fenelon Place, commented via Facebook Live, Evelyn Nadeau,
663 Fenelon Pl. if the city could mandate the wearing of masks in public, as the city of
Muscatine has done, given the emergency situation and the need to protect the
population.
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Mayor Buol responded that the City’s response activities are outlined on the City’s
webpage, www.cityofdubuque.org/COVID19, and that Mayor’s cannot mandate citizens
to wear masks. That the order has to come from the Governor.
Staff stated that no other public input was received through GoToMeeting or the City
Clerk’s Office email.
ACTION ITEMS
1. Five Flags Civic Center Referendum: City Manager recommending that the Mayor
and City Council adopt resolution #1 postponing the referendum date to a date not certain
and table this issue until January 18, 2022. Motion by Jones to receive and file the
documents and adopt Resolution No. 200-20 Postponing a Special City Election.
Seconded by Cavanagh. Council Members discuss its concerns and options in terms of
supporting an earlier date for a special election or postponing it, the uncertain impact of
the COVID-19 pandemic on the local and state economies, projected city financing, and
the impact on construction projects in general. Motion carried 5-2 with Shaw and Resnick
voting nay.
RESOLUTION NO. 200-20
POSTPONING A SPECIAL CITY ELECTION
Whereas, the City of Dubuque, State of Iowa, proposed to contract indebtedness and
issue general obligation bonds to provide funds to pay costs of a general corporate
purpose project as hereinafter described; and
Whereas, a special City election was set for September 8, 2020 on the following ballot
language:
SHALL THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA, ISSUE ITS BONDS IN AN AMOUNT
NOT EXCEEDING THE AMOUNT OF $74,340,000 FOR THE PURPOSES OF
DECONSTRUCTION, CONSTRUCTION, ACQUISITION, IMPROVING, AND
EQUIPPING AN EXPANDED FIVE FLAGS CIVIC CENTER AND THE
RENOVATION AND PRESERVATION OF THE HISTORIC FIVE FLAGS
THEATRE, INCLUDING ACCESSIBILITY ENHANCEMENTS TO BOTH?”; and
Whereas, the COVID-19 global pandemic has dramatically altered operations of
private businesses, the lives of citizens, and governments around the world; and
Whereas, citizen safety and fiscal responsibility are concerns of the City Council; and
Whereas, the City Council will continue to monitor the City’s pandemic response and
fiscal situation to determine if, and when, to reschedule a special City election on the
ballot issue.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA THAT:
Section 1. The special City election on Tuesday, the 8th of September 2020 is
postponed.
Section 2. The City Council will set a future date for a special City election by resolution,
at a date to be determined, at which election there shall be submitted to the registered
voters of the City the following questions, to-wit:
SHALL THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA, ISSUE ITS BONDS IN AN AMOUNT
NOT EXCEEDING THE AMOUNT OF $74,340,000 FOR THE PURPOSES OF
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DECONSTRUCTION, CONSTRUCTION, ACQUISITION, IMPROVING, AND
EQUIPPING AN EXPANDED FIVE FLAGS CIVIC CENTER AND THE
RENOVATION AND PRESERVATION OF THE HISTORIC FIVE FLAGS
THEATRE, INCLUDING ACCESSIBILITY ENHANCEMENTS TO BOTH?”
Section 3. The City Clerk is hereby directed to file a certified copy of this Resolution in
the office of the County Commissioner of Elections, which filing shall also constitute the
written notice" to the County Commissioner of Elections of the postponement of the
September 8, 2020 election date.
Passed and approved this 6th day of July 2020.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
2. Downtown Rehabilitation Grant for Dubuque Dream Center Improvements: City
Manager recommending approval of a Downtown Rehabilitation Grant Agreement for
physical improvements at the Dubuque Dream Center facility at 1600 White Street.
Motion by Jones to receive and file the documents and adopt Resolution No. 202-20
Approving a Grant Agreement by and between the City of Dubuque, Iowa and Dubuque
Dream Center, Inc. for the redevelopment of 1600 White Street. Seconded by Sprank.
Motion carried 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 202-20
APPROVING A GRANT AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF DUBUQUE,
IOWA AND DUBUQUE DREAM CENTER, INC. FOR THE REDEVELOPMENT OF 1600
WHITE STREET
Whereas, in furtherance of the objectives of the Urban Renewal Law, the City Council
of the City of Dubuque has undertaken a program for the development and
redevelopment of an area in the City of Dubuque known as the Greater Downtown Urban
Renewal District (the “District”), an urban renewal area established pursuant to the Urban
Renewal Law, and in connection therewith has established the Downtown Rehabilitation
Grant Program (the “Program”); and
Whereas, Dubuque Dream Center, Inc. intends to complete the renovation and
rehabilitation of a building located at 1600 White Street (the “Property”) within the District;
and
Whereas, the Project is eligible for a Downtown Rehabilitation Grant; and
Whereas, the City Council previously approved providing up to $276,000 to Dubuque
Dream Center, Inc.; and
Whereas, it is the determination of the City Council that approval of the Grant
Agreement for redevelopment of the Property by Dubuque Dream Center, Inc., according
to the terms and conditions set out in the Grant Agreement attached hereto, 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 THAT:
Section 1. The Grant Agreement by and between the City of Dubuque and Dubuque
Dream Center, Inc., is hereby approved.
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Section 2. The Mayor is hereby authorized and directed to execute the Grant
Agreement on behalf of the City of Dubuque and the City Clerk is authorized and directed
to attest to his signature.
Section 3. That City Manager is authorized to take such actions as are necessary to
comply with the terms of the Grant Agreement as herein approved.
Passed, approved, and adopted this 6th day of July 2020.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
3. Miracle League of Dubuque Project Completion and Acceptance and Lease
Initiation: City Manager recommending City Council acknowledgement of the completion
of the Miracle League of Dubuque project and recommends acceptance by the City of
Dubuque that triggers the initiation of the Lease Agreement between the City and Miracle
League of Dubuque approved on October 15, 2018. Motion by Cavanagh to receive and
file and adopt Resolution No. 203-20 Accepting Miracle League Complex in Veterans
Memorial Park in the City of Dubuque, Iowa and accepting the Bill of Sale transferring
ownership of the Miracle League Complex to the City of Dubuque, Iowa . Seconded by
Roussell. Project spokesperson, Merle Santje, 2955 Arbor Hills Drive, thanked the City
Council, the League’s Board of Directors and the many donors, architects and contractors
who contributed to the project. Mr. Santje stated that an opening celebration will be
schedule in the future. Motion carried 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 203-20
ACCEPTING THE MIRACLE LEAGUE COMPLEX IN VETERANS MEMORIAL PARK,
IN THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA AND ACCEPTING THE BILL OF SALE
TRANSFERRING OWNERSHIP OF THE MIRACLE LEAGUE COMPLEX TO THE CITY
OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
Whereas, pursuant to the Miracle League Field Agreement by and between the City of
Dubuque, Iowa (City) and the Miracle League of Dubuque (MLOD) dated October 15,
2018 and the Lease Agreement between the City of Dubuque, Iowa and the Miracle
League of Dubuque dated October 15, 2018 (copies of which are attached hereto), MLOD
has performed certain public improvements within a designated area in Veterans
Memorial Park; and
Whereas, the improvements are complete, and the City Manager has examined the
work and received certificates stating the same has been completed in accordance with
the plans previously approved by the City of Dubuque, Iowa City Council, in accordance
with City specifications and standards, and in accordance with the previously approved
Miracle League Field Agreement by and between the City of Dubuque, Iowa and the
Miracle League of Dubuque and the previously approved Lease Agreement between the
City of Dubuque, Iowa and the Miracle League of Dubuque; and
Whereas, the MLOD has executed a Bill of Sale transferring ownership of the Miracle
League Complex to the City; and
Whereas, the City Manager recommends City Council acceptance of the Miracle
League Complex and the Bill of Sale transferring ownership of the same from MLOD to
the City.
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA THAT:
Section 1. The recommendation of the City Manager be approved and that said public
improvements constituting the Miracle League Complex located within Veterans
Memorial Park and the Bill of Sale transferring ownership of same from the Miracle
League of Dubuque to the City of Dubuque, Iowa is hereby accepted.
Section 2. The City Clerk is hereby authorized to record the Bill of Sale.
Passed, approved, and adopted this 6th day of July 2020.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
4. Request to Schedule Work Sessions for July 20 and July 27, 2020 : City Manager
recommending that the City Council schedule the following work sessions on July 20 and
July 27, 2020 to precede the August 10-12, 2020 City Council Goal Setting Sessions: 1)
July 20, 2020 – Work Session on Finance Department Enterprise Resource Planning
Project; 2) July 20, 2020 – Work Session on Imagine Dubuque Comprehensive Plan
Update; 3) July 20, 2020 – Work Session on Bee Branch Watershed Flood Mitigation
Project Blum Site Update; 4) July 27, 2020 – Work Session on Diversity, Equity and
Inclusion. Motion by Jones to schedule the work sessions as recommended. Seconded
by Sprank. No schedule conflicts where expressed. Motion carried 7 -0.
5. Request to Schedule Work Session on Monthly COVID-19 Update: City Manager
recommending that the City Council schedule a work session for August 3, 2020 at 5:00
p.m. regarding an update on COVID-19 response and recovery. Motion by Cavanagh to
receive and file the documents and schedule the work session as recommended.
Seconded by Jones. No schedule conflicts were expressed. Motion carried 7 -0.
6. Bee Branch Creek Railroad Culverts Project Video Update : Media Services will show
a video of the recent progress of the Bee Branch Culverts Project from June 2020. Motion
by Sprank to receive and file the documents and view the video. Seconded by Resnick.
Public Information Office Randy Gehl stated for the public that video and sound quality is
improved when viewing videos directly from the City’s webpage and Facebook page.
Motion carried 7-0.
7. Southwest Arterial Construction Update Video: Media Services will show a video of
the recent progress of the Southwest Arterial Project for June 2020. Motion by Roussell
to receive and file the documents and view the video. Seconded by Resnick. Motion
carried 7-0.
COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS
This being his last meeting, Council Member Shaw stated that it has been a privilege
to serve as Council Member as well as an exciting dream come true. He credited each
Council Member for their personal and familial sacrifices. Providing ideas for opportunity,
Mr. Shaw added that anything other than a 7-0 vote is not a lack of unity among the
Council, and that differing opinions can challenge each other. Mr. Shaw also believes that
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the City’s business development focuses on larger businesses with small businesses and
the community paying the price. Mr. Shaw concluded by saying he has great confidence
that the Dubuque community will prevail and asked everyone to stay safe and be well.
Council Member Roussell thanked Mr. Shaw for his dedicated service. She added a
congratulations to the City regarding Consent Item #7 Tree City USA Designation.
Council Member Cavanagh thanked Mr. Shaw and reported on the first of the NAACP’s
Next Steps to Justice meetings starting July 11.
Council Member Resnick, referring to Mr. Shaw’s leaving, stated that our loss is Moline,
Iowa’s gain. Mr. Resnick added that the Solidarity mural on the Five Flags Center has
spurred conversations and enhanced to the Independence Day Holiday.
Council Member Jones stated that he respected Mr. Shaw’s point of view and his
leadership particularly with bringing the mobile home park issues to the forefront.
Council Member Sprank thanks Mr. Shaw for his public service and input, and thanked
City employees for helping to pick up the illegal fireworks debris around his neighborhood
following the Independence Day Holiday.
Mayor Buol thanked Mr. Shaw for his public service and for his words of
encouragement adding that as Mayor and former Council Member he never considered
a 7-0 vote an issue but rather a sign that Council Members came to the table prepared
and informed concluding that differences of opinions are valuable. Mayor Buol reminded
everyone to physically and socially distance themselves, wear masks and lookout for
each other.
There being no further business, Mayor Buol declared the meeting adjourned at 8:18
p.m.
s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, CMC, City Clerk