3 1 21 City Council Agenda - Special and RegularROLL CALL ORDER FOR MEETING OF
March 1, 2021
Roussel!, Jones, Buol, Sprank, Lynch, Resnick, Cavanagh
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CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
This meeting will be conducted virtually
Please see the information above for viewing,
listening, and public input options.
March 1, 2021
Council meetings are video streamed live and archived at www.cityofdubuque.org/media and
on Dubuque's CityChannel on the Mediacom cable system at cable channel 8 and digital 117.2
WORK SESSION
1. 5:00 PM - Dream Center
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Robert Kimble from the Dubuque Dream Center will be presenting a report on the organization's
programming and outcomes.
2. 5:45 PM - Fountain of Youth
Caprice Jones of Fountain of Youth and Alison Fuller of Driftless Consulting will present a
report on the organization's Strategic Plan.
REGULAR SESSION
6:30 PM
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
PRESENTATION(S)
1. COVID-19 Update
Mary Rose Corrigan, Public Health Specialist for the City of Dubuque, will provide an update
on the COVID-19 pandemic and response activities.
CONSENT ITEMS
The consent agenda items are considered to be routine and non -controversial and all consent items
will be normally voted upon in a single motion without any separate discussion on a particular item. If
you would like to discuss one of the Consent Items, please go to the microphone and be recognized
by the Mayor and state the item you would like removed from the Consent Agenda for separate
discussion and consideration.
1. Minutes and Reports Submitted
City Council Proceedings of 2/15; Civil Service Commission of 2/9.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File
2. Notice of Claims and Suits
2G2, LLC. for breach of lease; Asbury Square LLC for property damage; Jackie Jones for property
damage; additional claim information from Ronald Koehler for property damage; Aaron Rang for vehicle
damage; Jacob Schlosser for property damage; additional claim information from State Farm a/s/o
Michael or Jennifer Connolly for property damage.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Refer to 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: Asbury Square LLC for property damage; Ashlynn
Johnson for property damage; Jackie Jones for property damage; Aaron Rang for vehicle damage;
Jacob Schlosser for property damage; State Farm a/s/o Michael or Jennifer Connolly for property
damage.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Concur
4. Approval of City Expenditures
City Manager recommending City Council approval for payment of City expenditures.
RESOLUTION 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
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
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5. Approving a First Amendment to a Development Agreement between the City of
Dubuque and Kretschmer, LLC to Redevelop Property at 220 East 9th Street
City Manager recommending approval of a First Amendment to a Development Agreement with
Kretschmer, LLC that modifies the closing date to March 19, 2021 and updates the language in Section
4.2 Operation of Development Property; Public Assistance Source of Income; Housing Vouchers to better
align with City Council goals and priorities.
RESOLUTION Approving the First Amendment to Development Agreement between the City of
Dubuque, Iowa and Kretschmer, LLC
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
6. Assignment of Development Agreement with Kenneth Oberbroeckling to Ned
Oberbroeckling to Redevelop Property at 253 Main Street
City Manager recommending approval of an Assignment of Development Agreement for redevelopment of
property at 253 Main Street.
RESOLUTION Consenting to the Assignment of the Development Agreement between the City of
Dubuque and Kenneth Oberbroeckling from Kenneth Oberbroeckling to Ned Oberbroeckling
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
7. Second Amendment to Development Agreement for 253 Main Street
City Manager recommending approval of a Second Amendment to the Development Agreement with
Kenneth Oberbroeckling, as assigned to Ned Oberbroeckling, for the redevelopment of the property at 253
Main Street.
RESOLUTION Approving the Second Amendment to Development Agreement between the City of
Dubuque, Iowa and Ned Oberbroeckling
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
8. Fourth Amendment to Iowa Values Funds Financial Assistance Contract by and among
the Iowa Economic Development Authority, Design Mill, Inc., and the City of Dubuque
City Manager recommending approval of the Fourth Amendment to the Iowa Values Funds Financial
Assistance Contract by and among the Iowa Economic Development Authority, Design Mill, Inc. and the
City of Dubuque.
RESOLUTION Approving the Fourth Amendment to the Economic Development Financial Assistance
Contract by and among Design Mill, Inc., the City of Dubuque, and the Iowa Department of Economic
Development
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
9. 2021 - 1st Quarter Update on Childcare Challenges and Collaborations
City Manager transmitting a quarterly update on the status of collaboration efforts among partners in
Dubuque to address a need for sufficient quality, affordable childcare options in the community and
recommends that Dubuque's State Legislative Delegation be encouraged to continue their support of
funding and policy changes that improve childcare availability and affordability.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File
10. Ryan vs. City of Dubuque Board of Review 2020 Property Tax Appeal
Senior Counsel providing a copy of the Stipulation of Settlement regarding a tax assessment appeal filed
by Tamara Ryan with the Property Assessment Appeal Board.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File
11. Proposed Amendment to Master Co -location and Shared Services Agreement between
the City of Dubuque and Interstate Power and Light
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City Manager recommending approval of an amendment to the Master Co -Location and Share Services
Agreement with Interstate Power and Light (IPL) for the installation of a shared fiber conduit route within
the City of Dubuque.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
12. Signed Contract(s)
Master Services Agreement with I mOn Communications; Multicultural Family Center Sidewalk
Replacement Project.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File
13. Grass and Weed Cutting and Garbage Collection Assessments
City Manager recommending adoption of a resolution authorizing the City Clerk to certify grass and weed
cutting and garbage collection charges to the Dubuque County Treasurer in order to establish real
property liens for collection of such charges.
RESOLUTION Authorizing the City to collect delinquent grass and weed cutting and garbage collection
charges in accordance with Title 6-4-3A and Title 6-8-2 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of
Dubuque, Iowa
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
14. Abstract of Votes
City Clerk transmitting the Abstract of Votes for the February 2, 2021 Ward 1 Primary Election as
certified by the Dubuque County Auditor.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File
ITEMS SET FOR PUBLIC HEARING
These agenda items are being scheduled for a future public hearing on the date indicated.
1. Sale of City -Owned Property at 305-307 East 22nd Street
City Manager requesting the City Council set a public hearing for March 15, 2021, for the
purpose of disposing of City -owned real property located at 305-307 East 22nd Street to
Affordable Housing Network, Inc. for the purchase price of $4,171.
RESOLUTION Intent to dispose of an interest in City of Dubuque real estate to Afforable
Housing Network, Inc., setting a time and place for hearing, and providing for the publication of
notice thereof
Suggested Disposition:
Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s), Set Public Hearing for March 15, 2021
2. Sale of City -Owned Property at 2243 Central Avenue
City Manager requesting the City Council set a public hearing for March 15, 2021, for the
purpose of disposing City -owned real property located at 2243 Central Avenue to Tyler and
Michelle Ede for $160,000.
RESOLUTION Intent to dispose of an interest in City of Dubuque real estate to Tyler and
Michelle Ede setting a time and place for hearing, and providing for the publication of notice
thereof
Suggested Disposition:
Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s), Set Public Hearing for March 15, 2021
3. Proceedings to Set the Public Hearing on the Issuance of Not to Exceed $24,000,000
General Obligation Annual Appropriation Refunding Capital Loan Notes
City Manager recommending that a public hearing be set for March 15, 2021, on the
proposition of selling not to exceed $24,000,000 in General Obligation Annual Appropriation
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Refunding Bonds, the proceeds of which will be used to refund the Stormwater Revenue Capital
Loan Notes, Series 2015B, dated June 19, 2015 and amended September 8, 2017.
RESOLUTION Fixing date for a meeting on the authorization of a Loan and Disbursement
Agreement and the issuance of not to exceed $24,000,000 General Obligation Annual
Appropriation Refunding Capital Loan Notes of the City of Dubuque, Iowa, and providing for
publication of notice thereof
Suggested Disposition:
Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s), Set Public Hearing for March 15, 2021
BOARDS/COMMISSIONS
1. Boards and Commissions Applicant Review
Applicants are invited to address the City Council regarding their desire to serve on the
following boards and commissions. Applicant appointments will be made at the next City Council
meeting.
Community Development Advisory Commission
One, 3-Year term through February 15, 2023 (Expiring term of Woodyard)
Applicant:
Julie Woodyard, 2015 Washington St.
Housing Appeals and Mediation Board — Newly Amended Board
One, 3-Year term through January 1, 2024
Applicant:
Luke Hoffmann, 991 June Dr.
Zoning Board of Adjustment
One, 5-Year term through March 25, 2026 (Expiring term of McCoy)
Applicant:
Jonathan McCoy, 263 Main St.
This commission is subject to the State of Iowa Gender Balance Law.
5 Commissioners total; currently 3 males/2 females.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Citizens are invited to address the City Council regarding the following agenda items. Please
come to the podium and state your name and address when the item you wish to speak to is
being considered.
1. Human Rights Commission Request for Commissioner Removal
Proof of publication on notice of public hearing for City Council to consider adoption of a
resolution removing Commissioner Ashley Regan from the Human Rights Commission pursuant
to Title 8, Chapter 2, Section 8-2-12 of the Human Rights Ordinance, and Human Rights
Commission recommending approval.
RESOLUTION Removing a Commissioner from the Human Rights Commission
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
2. Public Hearing for Resolution Establishing Maximum Property Tax Dollars for Fiscal
Year 2022
Proof of publication on notice of public hearing to consider approval of the Fiscal Year 2022
Resolution Establishing Maximum Property Tax Dollars, and City Manager
recommending approval. The City Manager will make a presentation.
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RESOLUTION Approval of the Fiscal Year 2022 Maximum Property Tax Dollars for the
Affected Tax Levy Total
Suggested Disposition:
Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s); Presentation
PUBLIC INPUT
At this time, anyone in the Council Chambers may address the City Council on the Action Items on
the agenda or on matters under the control of the City Council. Citizens are asked to approach the
podium and state their name and address before proceeding with their comments. Individual remarks
are limited to five minutes, and the overall Public Input period is limited to 30 minutes. Under the Iowa
Open Meetings Law, the City Council can take no formal action on comments given during Public
Input which do not relate to Action Items on the Agenda.
ACTION ITEMS
These are items where discussion is held by the City Council - public comments are not
allowed except as authorized by the Mayor.
1. Greater Dubuque Development Corporation - Quarterly Update
President and CEO Rick Dickinson to present the quarterly update on the activities of the
Greater Dubuque Development Corporation.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File
2. Adoption of Dubuque Community Equitable Poverty Reduction & Prevention Plan
City Manager recommending City Council adoption of the Dubuque Community Equitable
Poverty Reduction & Prevention Plan. Planning Services Manager Wally Wernimont will make
a presentation.
Suggested Disposition:
Receive and File; Approve; Presentation
3. Source of Income Annual Report and Recommendation from the Housing Commission
City Manager transmitting the 2020 Source of Income Annual Report and recommendation from
the Housing Commission for review, file, and direction by the City Council. Housing and
Community Development Director Alexis Steger will make a presentation.
Suggested Disposition:
Receive and File; Presentation; Council Direction
4. Request to Schedule Work Session on Police Department's Current Activities and
Initiatives Around Brain Health
City Manager requesting the City Council schedule a work session for April 19, 2021, at 5:30
p.m. for a presentation on Dubuque Police Department Brain Health Initiatives.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Council
5. Request to Schedule Monthly Work Session on COVID-19 Response
City Manager requesting the City Council schedule a work session for May 3, 2021, at 5:30
p.m. to receive updates on the COVI D-19 response.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Council
6. Submission of Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2020 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report
(CAFR) and Auditor's Communication with Those Charged with Governance
City Manager transmitting the Fiscal Year 2020 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report
(CAFR) and Auditor's Communication with Those Charged with Governance Letter. City
staff will make a presentation. A representative from the City's auditing firm, Eide Bailey
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LLP, will be available to answer questions.
Suggested Disposition:
Receive and File; Presentation
7. Presentation of the City Manager's Fiscal Year 2022 Budget Recommendation
City Manager presenting the Fiscal Year 2022 Budget recommendation. The City Manager
will provide a presentation. The recommended budget materials will be available on the
City of Dubuque website at https://www.cityofdubuque.org/2889/Fiscal-Year-2022-
Budget
Suggested Disposition:
Receive and File; Presentation
COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS
ADJOURNMENT
The agenda with supporting documents may be accessed at www.cityofdubuque.org or at the City
Clerk's Office, 50 W. 13th Street, during regular business hours.
This notice is given pursuant to Chapter 21, Code of Iowa, and applicable local regulations of the City
of Dubuque, Iowa and/or governmental body holding the meeting.
Written comments regarding the above items may be submitted to the City Clerk's Office, 50 W. 13th
St., Dubuque, IA 52001, before or at said time of meeting.
Individuals with limited English proficiency, vision, hearing or speech impairments or requiring special
assistance should contact the City Clerk's Office at (563) 589-4100, TDD/TTY (563) 690-6678,
ctyclerk@cityofdubuque.org as soon as feasible. Deaf or hard -of -hearing individuals can use Relay
Iowa by dialing 711 or (800) 735-2942.
/s/Adrienne N. Breitfelder
City Clerk
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