Minutes_City Council Proceedings 10.21.24City of Dubuque
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November 18, 2024
ITEM TITLE: Minutes and Reports Submitted
SUMMARY: City Council Proceedings of September 30, October 7,
October 21, and November 4, 2024; Equity and Human
Rights Commission of October 8, 2024; Proof of Publication
for City Council Proceedings of October 21, 2024.
SUGGUESTED Receive and File
DISPOSITION:
ATTACHMENTS:
1. 9 30 24 City Council Proceedings
2. 10 7 24 City Council Proceedings
3. 10 21 24 City Council Proceedings
4. 11 4 24 City Council Proceedings
5. Equity and Human Rights Commission Minutes
6. Proof 10.21.24 City Council Proceedings
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CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
SPECIAL SESSION
The Dubuque City Council met in special session at 5.30 p.m. on October 21, 2024, in the second -
floor Council Chambers of the Historic Federal Building, 350 W. 6t" Street.
Present: Mayor Cavanagh; Council Members Farber, Jones, Resnick, Roussell, Sprank, Wethal;
City Manager Van Milligen, City Attorney Brumwell (attended virtually).
Mayor Cavanagh read the call and stated this is a special session of the City Council called for the
purpose of conducting work sessions to receive updates on the Automated License Plate Reader
system and Greater Dubuque Development Corporation.
WORK SESSIONS
Automated License Plate Reader Update
Police Captain Marty Steil provided an update on the Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR)
system. In response to questions from the City Council, Steil explained that the city only grants access
to authorized public sector personnel. Since the program is still new, there is no data on false positives;
however, city staff manually verify system information before taking any action. Responding to a question,
Police Chief Jeremy Jensen stated that the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) is the sole federal
requirement for tracking warrants.
This work session concluded at 5:56 p.m.
Greater Dubuque Development Corporation Quarterly Update
President and CEO Rick Dickinson presented a quarterly update on Greater Dubuque Development
Corporation (GDDC). City Council Members praised GDDC for its efforts in job placement assistance,
its relocation guide, and for celebrating its 40t" anniversary.
There being no further business, Mayor Cavanagh declared the meeting adjourned at 6.23 p.m.
/s/Adrienne N. Breitfelder, CMC
City Clerk
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CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
REGULAR SESSION
The Dubuque City Council met in regular session at 6:30 p.m. on October 21, 2024, in the second -
floor Council Chambers of the Historic Federal Building, 350 W. 6th Street.
Present: Mayor Cavanagh; Council Members Farber, Jones, Resnick, Roussell, Sprank, Wethal;
City Manager Van Milligen, City Attorney Brumwell (attended virtually).
Mayor Cavanagh 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
City Clerk Breitfelder announced that Action Item No. 1 had been moved as the first order of
business.
ACTION ITEM
1. Photo for National League of Cities Centennial: Motion by Roussell to receive and file the
documents and take the photo. Seconded by Farber. City Council, City staff, and members of the public
gathered for a group photo to commemorate Dubuque being selected as one of the National League
of Cities' (NLC) digital stops on their roadshow celebrating the organization's centennial milestone.
Motion carried 7-0.
PRESENTATIONS
1. City -County Communications & Marketing Association (3CMA) 2024 Savvy Awards Recognition:
Public Information Officer Randy Gehl presented on the Public Information Office receiving two national
awards from the City -County Communications & Marketing Association (3CMA): Savvy Awards in the
categories of Interview/Talk Show/News Programming and Communications and/or Marketing Plans.
2. 2024 University of Dubuque Alumni Award Recognition: Police Chief Jeremy Jensen was
recognized by University of Dubuque President Travis Frampton for receiving the 2024 University of
Dubuque Alumni Award.
3. Public Safety Citizen Lifesaving Award Recognition: Fire Chief Amy Scheller presented on the
recently awarded Public Safety Citizen Lifesaving Award.
4. Grand River Center Award and Certification Recognition: Leisure Services Director Marie Ware
recognized the Grand River Center and OVG staff for receiving the 2024 Northstar Stella Award and
the KultureCity Certification. General Manager Ryan Bonifas spoke on behalf of Grand River Center
staff.
PROCLAMATIONS
1. Veterans of Foreign Wars 125th Birthday (September 29, 2024) was accepted by Post 508
Commander Wayne Brown on behalf of the Dubuque Veterans of Foreign Wars Leo A. Schwind —
Gerald F. Winter Post 508.
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2. National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week (October 20-26, 2024) was accepted by Lead and
Healthy Homes Grants Program Manager Christina Schneider and Lead and Healthy Homes Inspector
and Kelly Davis on behalf of the Health Services Department and Housing and Community Development
Department.
3. Lights On Afterschool Week (October 21-27, 2024) was accepted by Beth McGorry on behalf of
St. Mark Youth Enrichment.
4. Dubuque Climate Action Day (October 24, 2024) was accepted by Green Iowa AmeriCorps
Member Melia Stackis on behalf of Sustainable Dubuque.
5. Trick or Treat Night (October 31, 2024) was accepted by Scout Ben Valentine on behalf of the City
of Dubuque.
6. Extra Mile Day (November 1, 2024) was accepted by Community Service and Outreach Coordinator
Brittney Hayes on behalf of Extra Mile America and the Office of Community Impact.
CONSENT ITEMS
Mayor Cavanagh requested Item No. 4 be held for separate discussion. Motion by Resnick to receive
and file the documents, adopt the resolutions, and dispose of as indicated, except Item No. 4. Seconded
by Jones. Motion carried 7-0.
1. Minutes and Reports Submitted: Civil Service Commission of October 2, 2024; Equity and Human
Rights Commission of August 13, 2024; Library Board of Trustess Updates of August 22 and September
26, 2024; Resilient Community Advisory Commission of September 5, 2024; Proof of Publication for
City Council Proceedings of September 16, 2024. Upon motion the documents were received and filed.
2. Approval of City Expenditures: Upon motion the documents were received and filed, and
Resolution No. 318-24 Authorizing the Chief Financial Officer/City Treasurer to make certain payments
of bills that must be paid and approved for payment in accordance with City procedures was adopted.
3. November/December 2024 City News Newsletter: Upon motion the documents were received and
filed.
4. Sustainable Dubuque Community Grant Award Recommendation: Motion by Jones to receive and
file the documents and approve. Seconded by Farber. Point of Order by Cavanagh that the agenda
item contained resolutions. Motion amended by Jones, seconded by Farber, to receive and file the
documents and adopt the resolutions. Mayor Cavanagh stated that it was difficult to identify a clear
connection between the Clarity Clinic Pregnancy Center and the city's Climate Action Plan. He
recommended not adopting the resolution awarding funds to the center but adopting the others. City
Council members discussed the need for clarification from the Resilient Community Advisory
Commission regarding how the center aligns with the plan. Motion amended by Jones to receive and
file the documents and adopt the resolutions, excluding the one awarding the Sustainable Dubuque
Grant to Clarity Clinic Pregnancy Center. Seconded by Farber. Motion carried 7-0, therefore adopting
Resolution No. 319-24 Awarding Sustainable Dubuque Grant To Dubuque Arboretum & Botanical
Gardens; Resolution No. 320-24 Awarding Sustainable Dubuque Grant To City Girl Farming;
Resolution No. 322-24 Awarding Sustainable Dubuque Grant To Convivium Urban Farmstead;
Resolution No. 323-24 Awarding Sustainable Dubuque Grant To PALS: People Associated With Lincoln
School; and Resolution No. 324-24 Awarding Sustainable Dubuque Grant To Dubuque Rescue Mission
Garden.
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5. Acceptance of a Grant of Permanent Embankment Easement over Stephen C. Johnson Living
Trust Dated July 28th, 2023 Property at 2091 Harpy Eagle Court, Dubuque, Iowa: Upon motion the
documents were received and filed, and Resolution No. 325-24 Accepting a Grant of Permanent
Embankment Easement Through, Over and Across Part of Lot 6 of Block 3 of Eagle Valley Subdivision,
in the City of Dubuque, Iowa was adopted.
6. SMART Grant — Metro Dubuque Traffic Data Aggregation for Connected Vehicles Project for
DMATS Area Funding Agreement for Services Between The City of Dubuque and The East Central
Intergovernmental Association (ECIA): Upon motion the documents were received and filed, and
Resolution No. 326-24 Authorizing The Mayor To Execute A Grant Funding Agreement For Services
Between The City Of Dubuque And The East Central Intergovernmental Association (ECIA) In
Connection With The SMART Grant — Metro Dubuque Traffic Data Aggregation For Connected
Vehicles Project For The DMATS Area was adopted.
7. Bee Branch Stormwater Pumping Station — Phase IV of the Bee Branch Watershed Flood
Mitigation Project (Project #5586500007) FEMA PDM Grant Agreement LPDM-PJ-07-IA-2024-001:
Upon motion the documents were received and filed, and Resolution No. 327-24 Approving Subaward
Agreement (Agreement No. LPDM-PJ-07-IA- 2024-001) With The Iowa Department Of Homeland
Security And Emergency Management And The Federal Emergency Management Agency To Assist
With Bee Branch Stormwater Pumping Station — Phase IV Of The Bee Branch Watershed Flood
Mitigation Project was adopted.
8. Approval of Plat of Survey of Lot 186A Finley's Addition in the City of Dubuque, Iowa For Vacating
Petition (Agreement Between City of Dubuque and Interstate Power and Light Company): Upon motion
the documents were received and filed, and Resolution No. 328-24 Approving Plat Of Proposed
Vacated Alley Between The West Line Of Finley Street And The East Line Of Bunker Hill Road, In
Finley's Addition To The City Of Dubuque, In The City Of Dubuque, Iowa, To Be Known As Lot 186a
Finley's Addition In The City Of Dubuque, Iowa was adopted.
9. Preliminary Plat of Miller North Cascade Subdivision: Upon motion the documents were received,
filed, and approved.
10. Plat of Survey of Middle Fork Second Addition: Upon motion the documents were received and
filed, and Resolution No. 329-24 Approving The Final Plat Of Middle Fork Second Addition, In The City
Of Dubuque, Iowa was adopted.
11. Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Subrecipient Agreement - Area Residential Care:
Upon motion the documents were received and filed, and Resolution No. 330-24 Authorizing Execution
Of CDBG Subrecipient Agreement With Area Residential Care was adopted.
12. Community Development Block Grant 50th Anniversary Certificate of Appreciation: Upon motion
the documents were received and filed.
13. FY'24 — FY'26 Audit Services Request for Proposal (RFP): Upon motion the documents were
received, filed, and approved.
14. Collateral Assignment of Development Agreement By and Between the City of Dubuque and
Metx, LLC: Upon motion the documents were received and filed, and Resolution No. 331-24 Approving
City Consent To Collateral Assignment Of Development Agreement By And Between The City Of
Dubuque, Iowa And Metx, LLC From Metx, LLC To Bankers Trust Company was adopted.
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15. Improvement Contracts / Performance, Payment, and Maintenance Bonds: Valentine
Construction Co. for the Bunker Hill Golf Course Sinkhole Remediation Project; Peerless Well & Pump
for the 2024 Well No. 7 Rehabilitation Project Phase 2. Upon motion the documents were received,
filed, and approved.
16. Civil Service Certified List - Police Officer: Civil Service Commission submitted the certified list
for the position of Police Officer. Upon motion the documents were received, filed, and made a Matter
of Record.
17. FY24 Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Application: City Manager recommended City Council
approval to apply for the FY24 Justice Assistance Grant (JAG), complete the award documents, and
submission by the Police Department. Upon motion the documents were received, filed, and approved.
18. Acceptance of the FY24 Law Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness Act Grant Award: City
Manager recommended City Council accept the FY24 Law Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness
Act grant awarded to the City of Dubuque/Dubuque Police Department in the amount of $118,062. Upon
motion the documents were received, filed, and approved.
19. Tobacco Compliance Settlement Agreements: City Manager recommended City Council
approval of the following Tobacco Compliance Settlement Agreements and authorize the mayor to sign
the agreements: BP Fuel, 1450 Loras Blvd; Kwik Stop #325, 1210 East 16th Street; Kwik Stop #84,
2335 University Ave; Caseys, 4003 Peru Road; Pink Clouds Smoke Shop, 3301 Pennsylvania Ave;
Moondog Music, 806 Wacker Dr; A&M Trading, 1620 JFK Rd; Hartig Drug, 2255 Central Ave;
Botanicanna, 55 JFK Rd; EZ Stop II, 700 Rhomberg. Upon motion the documents were received, filed,
and approved.
20. Approval of Retail Alcohol Licenses: Upon motion the documents were received and filed, and
Resolution No. 332-24 Approving applications for retail alcohol licenses, 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 was adopted.
ITEMS SET FOR PUBLIC HEARING
Motion by Roussell to receive and file the documents, adopt the resolutions, and set the public
hearings as indicated. Seconded by Wethal. Motion carried 7-0.
1. Setting a Public Hearing - Petition to Vacate the Alley Right of Way in the block bounded by Finley
Street, Green Street, and Bunker Hill Road in Finley's Addition in the City of Dubuque, Iowa For
Vacating Petition (Agreement Between City of Dubuque and Interstate Power and Light Company):
Upon motion the documents were received and filed and Resolution No. 333-24 Intent To Vacate And
Dispose Of The Alley Between The West Line Of Finley Street And The East Line Of Bunker Hill Road,
In Finley's Addition To The City Of Dubuque, In The City Of Dubuque, Iowa, To Be Known As Lot 186a
Finley's Addition In The City Of Dubuque, Iowa was adopted setting a public hearing for a meeting to
commence at 6.30 p.m. on November 4, 2024 in the Historic Federal Building.
2. Kerper Boulevard Lift Station Project - Initiate Public Bidding Process and Setting Date for a Public
Hearing: Upon motion the documents were received and filed and Resolution No. 334-24 Kerper
Boulevard Lift Station Project: Preliminary Approval Of Plans, Specifications, Form Of Contract, And
Estimated Cost; Setting Date Of Public Hearing On Plans, Specifications, Form Of Contract, And
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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 November 4, 2024 in the Historic Federal Building.
3. Broadway Sanitary Sewer Improvements Project - Initiate Public Bidding Process and Setting Date
for a Public Hearing Project No. 5581500046: Upon motion the documents were received and filed and
Resolution No. 335-24 Broadway Street Sanitary Sewer Improvement 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 November 4, 2024 in the
Historic Federal Building.
4. Ruby Sutton Building 2nd Floor Renovation Project - Initiate Public Bidding: Upon motion the
documents were received and filed and Resolution No. 336-24 Ruby Sutton Building 2nd Floor
Renovation 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 November 4, 2024 in the Historic Federal Building.
5. Setting a Public Hearing to approve the Revised Administrative Plan for the Housing Choice
Voucher Program: Upon motion the documents were received and filed and Resolution No. 337-24
Setting A Public Hearing To Review And Approve The Public Housing Authority's Administrative Plan
was adopted setting a public hearing for a meeting to commence at 6:30 p.m. on November 4, 2024 in
the Historic Federal Building.
6. Resolution Setting a Public Hearing on a Proposed Development Agreement by and between the
City of Dubuque, Iowa and Dubuque Housing, LLC: Upon motion the documents were received and
filed and Resolution No. 338-24 Fixing The Date For A Public Hearing Of The City Council Of The City
Of Dubuque, Iowa On A Development Agreement By And Between The City Of Dubuque, Iowa And
Dubuque Housing, LLC, Including The Proposed Issuance Of Urban Renewal Tax Increment Revenue
Obligations Relating Thereto 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 November 4, 2024 in the Historic Federal
Building.
BOARDS/COMMISSIONS
Applications were reviewed for the following Boards and Commissions. Applicants were invited to
address the City Council regarding their desire to serve on the following Boards/Commissions.
1. Catfish Creek Watershed Management Authority: One, 4-Year term through July 16, 2028 (Vacant
term of McGovern). Applicant: William H. Hendricks, 1801 S. Grandview.
2. Equity and Human Rights Commission: One, 3-Year term through January 1, 2026 (Vacant term
of Sanchez). Applicants: Luselena Bravo, 781 Cottage Place; Traci Phillipson, 2120 Rhomberg Ave.
Appointments were made to the following boards/commissions.
1. Resilient Community Advisory Commission: Two, 3-Year terms through July 1, 2027 (Vacant terms
of Hoffman and Connolly). Applicants: Nolan Bielinski, 654 Kane St. — Additional Applicant; Rachel
Schmidt Boeke, 1241 Jackson St. Motion by Jones to appoint Bielinski and Schmidt Boeke to the terms.
Seconded by Wethal. Motion carried 7-0.
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2. Zoning Advisory Commission: One, 5-Year term through July 1, 2027 (Vacant term of Sempf).
Applicant: Troy Froistad, 477 West 3rd St. Motion by Roussell to appoint Froistad to the term. Seconded
by Sprank. Motion carried 7-0.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. Request to Rezone 1000 Cedar Cross Road: 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.
Planning Services Director Wally Wernimont provided a staff report. Applicant Samantha Wright, 1449
Miller Rd., spoke in favor of the request. In response to City Council's questions, Wernimont explained
that comprehensive rezoning typically takes place during a Unified Development Code (UDC) update,
which the City will be undergoing soon. Regarding a question on business licenses, he noted that while
some cities require a general business license, implementing such a requirement in Dubuque would
necessitate additional staff and funding. City Council members expressed support for the rezoning and
emphasized the importance of educating businesses on the city's requirements. Motion carried 7-0.
Motion by Jones for final consideration and passage of Ordinance No. 59-24 Amending Title 16 Of
The City Of Dubuque Code Of Ordinances, Unified Development Code, By Reclassifying Hereinafter
Described Property Located At 1000 Cedar Cross Road From CS Commercial Service And Wholesale
District To C-3 General Commercial District. Seconded by Resnick. Motion carried 7-0.
2. Resolution Adopting the Proposed Amended and Restated Urban Renewal Plan for the North
Cascade Road Housing Urban Renewal Area, Version 2024.1: Motion by Roussell to receive and file
the documents and adopt Resolution No. 339-24 Approving The Amended And Restated Urban
Renewal Plan For The North Cascade Road Housing Urban Renewal Area. Seconded by Wethal.
Motion carried 7-0.
3. Proceedings to Hold Public Hearing on the Issuance of Not to Exceed $27,000,000 Sewer
Revenue Capital Loan Notes (State Revolving Loan Fund Program) Old Mill Rd. Lift Station and Force
Main Project — Phase I: Motion by Sprank to receive and file the documents and adopt Resolution No.
340-24 Taking additional action on proposal to enter into a Sewer Revenue Loan and Disbursement
Agreement. Seconded by Farber. Motion carried 7-0.
ACTION ITEMS
2. Submission of Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2023 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR)
and Results of the 2023 Financial Statement Audit, Including Required Communications: Motion by
Rousell to receive and file the documents and listen to the presentation. Seconded by Wethal. Finance
Manager Brian DeMoss presented on the Fiscal Year 2023 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report
(ACFR) and Results of the 2023 Financial Statement Audit. City Council members commended City
staff for their efforts on the audit and highlighted the portion of general fund expenditures dedicated to
public safety. Motion carried 7-0.
3. Five Flags Civic Center FY 24 Annual Report Presentation: Motion by Resnick to receive and file
the documents and listen to the presentation. Seconded by Wethal. Five Flags Civic Center General
Manager Aaron Rainey presented the FY 24 annual report and activities. In response to City Council
questions, Rainey noted that the drop in attendance reflects an industry -wide trend and that facility
costs have risen. Leisure Services Director Marie Ware outlined the next steps for the facility, noting
that funding has been allocated to initiate the planning process. She added that the Capital
Improvement Plan (CIP) budget includes funding spread over four years to carry out the planned
projects. City Council members discussed the influence of market conditions on attendance, the
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facility's long-term viability, and expressed interest in holding another discussion on its future ahead of
the Fiscal Year 2026 budget hearings. The recent passing of long-time Civic Center Advisory
Commission commissioner Rod Bakke was acknowledged, with Rainey and City Council members
praising his dedicated service. Motion carried 7-0.
4. Request for Proposals for Leisure Services Comprehensive Master Plan Consultant Services:
Motion by Sprank to receive and file the documents and approve the Request for Proposals (RFP) for
Leisure Services Comprehensive Master Plan Consultant Services and direct staff to post the RFP and
initiate the consultant selection process. Seconded by Jones. City Council members discussed the
importance of the plan and expressed their expectation that it will highlight both the strengths and areas
for improvement in the city's parks. Motion carried 7-0.
5. Creation of a Precision Policing Center: Motion by Farber to receive and file the documents and
approve establishing a Precision Policing Center (PPC). Seconded by Jones. Jensen made a
presentation on the PPC. In response to Council questions, Jensen explained that the PPC will be
housed in a computer room at the Dubuque Law Enforcement Center, that establishing a PPC does
not have an immediate budget impact, and that the PPC will not replace officer interactions with the
public. Van Milligen noted that the Police Department will continue its School Resource Officer (SRO)
and Community Oriented Policing programs. Van Milligen and Jensen noted the significant
collaborative effort by multiple city departments, including Police and Information Technology (IT), in
developing this proposal. City Council members recommended that job descriptions for positions
supporting the PPC be specific and proposed considering part-time roles to document civilian reports.
They also stressed the importance of preserving personal connections with residents. Motion carried
7-0.
6. Iowa Amphitheater on Schmitt Island Project Bid Backage No. 1 (Site Demolition & Mass Grading)
Award Public Improvement Contract Project Code: 5575000022, 3049900010: Motion by Roussell to
receive and file the documents and adopt Resolution No. 341-24 Awarding Public Improvement
Contract for the Iowa Amphitheater On Schmitt Island Project — Bid Package No. 1 (Site Demolition &
Mass Grading). Seconded by Sprank. Motion carried 7-0.
7. Work Session Request: Microsoft Co -Pilot Implementation Strategy: Motion by Wethal to receive
and file the documents and schedule the work session for November 4, 2024, at 5.30 p.m. Seconded
by Resnick. Motion carried 7-0.
8. Work Session Request: Update on Grant Initiatives and Grant Funding: Motion by Wethal to
receive and file the documents and schedule the work session for November 4, 2024, at 6.00 p.m.
Seconded by Sprank. Motion carried 7-0.
9. Work Session Request: Greater Dubuque Development Corporation - Retail Strategies Findings
and Recommendations: Motion by Jones to receive and file the documents and schedule the work
session for December 16, 2024, at 5:15 p.m. Seconded by Wethal. Motion carried 7-0.
10. Dubuque Regional Airport Solar Array Ribbon -Cutting Video: Motion by Sprank to receive and
file the documents and view the video. Seconded by Farber. Media Services showed a video summary
of the ribbon -cutting ceremony to recognize the completion of a new solar array project at the Dubuque
Regional Airport. The video can be viewed at https://youtu.be/EzMnxtA-H68 A video of the full event
can be viewed at https://youtu.be/1 Koxdz3mbvo. Motion carried 7-0.
11. Delivering Dubuque Video: Restoring Commercial Air Service: Motion by Sprank to receive and
file the documents and view the video. Seconded by Wethal. Media Services showed the Delivering
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Dubuque episode regarding the community's efforts to restore, retain, and expand air service for the
region. The video can be viewed at https://youtu.be/WyYVadiQ9X8?si=dNB bAmwmel668wi. City
Council Members commended the video. Motion carried 7-0.
COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS
Council Member Sprank reported on participating in a clean up of the Bee Branch and the North End
Neighborhood Association's upcoming Trunk or Treat event.
Council Member Farber reported on attending meetings related to her service on NLC and Federal
Communications Commission (FCC) committees.
Council Member Jones reported on the Iowa Association of Solid Waster Operators Conference, the
Dubuque Regional Airport Solar Array Ribbon -Cutting, the Dubuque Main Street Awards, and the Tri-
State Emergency Responders Conference.
Mayor Cavanagh announced the release of the first episode of the Iowa League of Cities (ILC)
podcast, Leading Iowa.
CLOSED SESSION
Motion by Jones to convene in closed session at 9:59 p.m. to discuss Pending Litigation and
Purchase or Sale of Real Estate — Chapter 21.5(1)(c),(j) Code of Iowa. Seconded by Resnick. Mayor
Cavanagh 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 Brumwell. Motion carried 7-0.
The City Council reconvened in open session at 10:25 p.m. stating that staff had been given proper
direction.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, Mayor Cavanagh declared the meeting adjourned at 10.25 p.m.
/s/Adrienne N. BreitFelder, CIVIC
City Clerk
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