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CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Historic Federal Building: 350 W. 6th
Street - Second-Floor Council
Chambers.
November 18, 2024 at 6:30 PM
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Roussell, Cavanagh, Wethal, Jones, Farber, Resnick, Sprank
WORK SESSION
5:15 PM: Introduction to the Office of Community Impact and Review of the
Equitable Fine and Fee Service Program
Community Impact Director Antonio Mouzon will introduce the newly established Office
of Community Impact and provide an update on the equitable fines and fees service
program.
REGULAR SESSION
6:30 PM
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
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PROCLAMATIONS
1. The 35th Anniversary Of The Dubuque Branch Of The NAACP (2024)
On behalf of the Dubuque Branch of the NAACP.
2. Small Business Saturday (November 30, 2024)
On behalf of the Small Business Saturday Coalition and the Dubuque Area
Chamber of Commerce.
CONSENT ITEMS
1. Minutes and Reports Submitted
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.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File
2. Notice of Claims and Suits
Halanier Holmes for vehicle damage; Jamie Joe Doyle for vehicle damage; Keon
Killins for vehicle 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:
Halanier Holmes for vehicle 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 Chief Financial Officer/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)
5. Audit Services Recommendation
City Manager recommending the selection of Mauldin & Jenkins Certified Public
Accountants, to provide the City’s auditing services for the next three fiscal years,
Fiscal Year 2024 through 2026, and authorize the City Manager to sign the audit
service agreement.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
6. Fiscal Year 2024 State Urban Renewal Report
City Manager recommending approval of the Fiscal Year 2024 Iowa Urban
Renewal Report for the City of Dubuque.
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RESOLUTION Approving The Fiscal Year 2024 Urban Renewal Report For The
City Of Dubuque
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
7. Fiscal Year 2024 State of Iowa Annual Financial Report
City Manager recommending approval to file the Fiscal Year 2024 State of Iowa
Annual Financial Report with the State of Iowa Auditor.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
8. Fiscal Year 2026 Annual Tax Increment Financing Report
City Manager transmitting the Annual Tax Increment Financing Report that has
been filed with Dubuque County Auditor Kevin Dragotto.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File
9. Kohl's Department Store, Inc. 2023 & 2024 Property Tax Appeal Stipulation of
Settlement Notice
Senior Counsel transmitting notice of a Stipulation of Settlement for a 2023 and
2024 property tax appeal filed by Kohl's Department Store, Inc. for their property
located at 2595 NW Arterial.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File
10. Sublease by Dubuque Racing Association (DRA)
City Attorney recommending approval and adoption of the resolution consenting to
the sublease between the Dubuque Racing Association Ltd. and Pinseekers
Dubuque RE, LLC, and Pinseekers Dubuque Operations, LLC.
RESOLUTION Consenting To The Sublease Between The Dubuque Racing
Association Ltd. And Pinseekers Dubuque Re, LLC, And Pinseekers Dubuque
Operations, LLC.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
11. Contracted Services Agreement - Crescent Community Health Center
City Manager recommending City Council approve the attached Contracted
Services Agreement with Crescent Community Health Center and authorize the
Mayor to execute the contract on behalf of the City.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
12. Intent to Apply for National Environmental Health Administration – Food and
Drug Administration 2025 Track 3 Maintenance and Advancement Base
Grant.
City Manager recommending approval to apply for 2025, Track 3 Maintenance and
Advancement Base Grant and a Capacity Building Grant in the amount of
$307,222.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
13. Proposed Conduit Licensing Authority for Iowa Power & Light/Alliant Energy
City Manager recommending approval to amend the existing Master Co-Location
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and Shared Services Agreement between the City of Dubuque and Interstate
Power and Light (IPL) to provide IPL with authority to license excess “conduit” in
addition to “dark fiber” presently in their Dubuque conduit system.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
14. Acceptance 2024 ADA Sidewalk Curb Ramp Project One
City Manager recommending the acceptance of the Public Improvement
Construction Contract and to authorize the payment of the contract amount of
$97,023.35 to Midwest Concrete, of Peosta, IA, for the 2024 ADA Sidewalk Curb
Ramp Project One
RESOLUTION Accepting The 2024 ADA Sidewalk Curb Ramp Project One And
Authorizing Final Payment To The Contractor
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
15. Acceptance 2024 ADA Sidewalk Curb Ramp Project Two - PROJECT
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City Manager recommending the acceptance of the Public Improvement
Construction Contract and to authorize the payment of the contract amount of
$156,388.18 to Midwest Concrete, of Peosta, IA, for the 2024 ADA Sidewalk Curb
Ramp Project Two.
RESOLUTION Accepting The 2024 ADA Sidewalk Curb Ramp Project Two And
Authorizing Final Payment To The Contractor
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
16. Acceptance 2024 ADA Sidewalk Curb Ramp Project Three
City Manager recommending the acceptance of the Public Improvement
Construction Contract and to authorize the payment of the contract amount of
$212,562.24 to Valentine Construction Co., LLC, of Dubuque, IA, for the 2024 ADA
Sidewalk Curb Ramp Project Three.
RESOLUTION Accepting The 2024 Ada Sidewalk Curb Ramp Project No. 3 And
Authorizing Final Payment To The Contractor
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
17. Acceptance 2024 ADA Sidewalk Curb Ramp Project Four
City Manager recommending the acceptance of the Public Improvement
Construction Contract and to authorize the payment of the contract amount of
$102,140.14 to Drew Cook and Sons Excavating Co., of Dubuque, IA, for the 2024
ADA Sidewalk Curb Ramp Project N. 4.
RESOLUTION Accepting The 2024 ADA Sidewalk Curb Ramp Project No. 4 And
Authorizing Final Payment To The Contractor
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
18. Acceptance 2024 Airport ADA Ramp Replacement Project
City Manager recommending the acceptance of the Public Improvement
Construction Contract and to authorize the payment of the contract amount of
$63,976.29 to Midwest Concrete, of Peosta, IA, for the 2024 Airport ADA Ramp
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Replacement Project.
RESOLUTION Accepting The 2024 Airport ADA Ramp Replacement Project And
Authorizing Final Payment To The Contractor
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
19. Acceptance Bunker Hill Golf Course Sinkhole Remediation Project
City Manager recommending the acceptance of the Public Improvement
Construction Contract and to authorize the payment of the contract amount of
$29,775.63 to Valentine Construction Co. for the Bunker Hill Golf Course Sinkhole
Remediation Project.
RESOLUTION Accepting The Bunker Hill Golf Course Sinkhole Remediation
Project And Authorizing Final Payment To The Contractor
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
20. Maturity Extensions of Water Revenue Capital Loan Notes (Interim Financing)
State Revolving Fund Planning and Design Loans
City Manager recommending approval of the suggested proceedings to enable the
City to extend the maturity date of the Water Revenue Capital Loan Notes (Interim
Financing) State Revolving Fund Planning and Design Loans.
RESOLUTION Extending the maturity date of the City’s Water Revenue Capital
Loan Note Anticipation Project Note R-1, Series 2022
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
21. Progress Update: 3000 Jackson Street, Dubuque Brewing and Malting
Building
City Manager submitting a status update on the Dubuque Brewing and Malting
project at 3000 Jackson Street.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File
22. Adoption of Supplement Numbers 2024 S-13 and S-14
City Clerk recommending City Council approval of the resolution adopting
Supplement Numbers 2024 S-13 and S-14 as part of the Code of Ordinances of
the City of Dubuque.
RESOLUTION Adopting Supplement Nos. 2024 S-13 And S-14 To The Code Of
Ordinances Of The City Of Dubuque, Iowa
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
23. Signed Contract(s)
Origin Design Co. for the Dubuque Well Fields Fiber 408 Permitting.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File
24. Tobacco Permit Refund Request - United Cigar and Tobacco
United Cigar and Tobacco requesting a refund of Tobacco Permit No. DBQ2025-74
located at 333 East 10th St. due to the applicant no longer operating at that
location.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
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25. Approval of Retail Alcohol Licenses
City Manager recommending City Council approval of retail alcohol licenses as
submitted.
RESOLUTION 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
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
ITEMS SET FOR PUBLIC HEARING
These agenda items are being scheduled for a future public hearing on the date
indicated.
1. Resolution Setting Public Hearing on a Proposed Development Agreement
with Miller Companies, LLC
City Manager recommending City Council approval of a resolution setting a public
hearing for December 2, 2024, for a proposed Development Agreement by and
between the City of Dubuque, Iowa and Miller Companies, LLC for the
redevelopment of 744 Main Street.
RESOLUTION 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 Miller Companies, LLC, Including The Proposed Issuance
Of Urban Renewal Tax Increment Revenue Obligations Relating Thereto, And
Providing For The Publication Of Notice Thereof
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s), Set Public
Hearing for December 2, 2024
2. Resolution Setting Public Hearing on a Proposed Development Agreement
with Limestone Legacy, LLC
City Manager recommending City Council approval of a resolution setting a public
hearing for December 2, 2024, for a proposed Development Agreement by and
between the City of Dubuque, Iowa and Limestone Legacy, LLC for the
redevelopment of 1602 Central Avenue.
RESOLUTION 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 Limestone Legacy, LLC, Including The Proposed Issuance
Of Urban Renewal Tax Increment Revenue Obligations Relating Thereto, And
Providing For The Publication Of Notice Thereof
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s), Set Public
Hearing for December 2, 2024
3. Resolution Setting Public Hearing on a Proposed Development Agreement
with 1400 Central, LLC
City Manager recommending City Council approval a resolution setting a public
hearing for December 2, 2024, for a proposed Development Agreement by and
between the City of Dubuque, Iowa and 1400 Central, LLC for the redevelopment
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of 1400 Central Avenue.
RESOLUTION 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 1400 Central, LLC, Including The Proposed Issuance Of
Urban Renewal Tax Increment Revenue Obligations Relating Thereto, And
Providing For The Publication Of Notice Thereof
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s), Set Public
Hearing for December 2, 2024
4. Resolution Setting Public Hearing on a Proposed Development Agreement
with Nia Neighborhoods Opportunity Zone Fund, LLC
City Manager recommending City Council approval of a resolution setting a public
hearing for December 2, 2024, for a proposed Development Agreement by and
between the City of Dubuque, Iowa and Nia Neighborhoods Opportunity Zone
Fund, LLC (Nia Neighborhoods) for the redevelopment of 1390 White Street.
RESOLUTION 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 Nia Neighborhoods Opportunity Zone Fund, LLC, Including
The Proposed Issuance Of Urban Renewal Tax Increment Revenue Obligations
Relating Thereto, And Providing For The Publication Of Notice Thereof
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s), Set Public
Hearing for December 2, 2024
5. Resolution Setting a Public Hearing on a Proposed Development Agreement
with SJR Properties, L.L.C. and Universal Tank & Fabrication, Inc.
City Manager recommending City Council approval of a resolution setting a public
hearing for December 2, 2024, for a proposed Development Agreement by and
among the City of Dubuque, Iowa, SJR Properties, L.L.C. and Universal Tank &
Fabrication, Inc.
RESOLUTION Fixing The Date For A Public Hearing Of The City Council Of The
City Of Dubuque, Iowa On A Development Agreement By And Among The City Of
Dubuque, Iowa, SJR Properties, L.L.C., And Universal Tank & Fabrication, Inc.,
Including The Proposed Issuance Of Urban Renewal Tax Increment Revenue
Obligations To SJR Properties, L.L.C., And Providing For The Publication Of Notice
Thereof
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s), Set Public
Hearing for December 2, 2024
6. Setting a Public Hearing on Proposed Second Amendment to Lease
Agreement by and Between the City of Dubuque, Iowa and the Dubuque
County Historical Society
City Manager recommending City Council adopt the attached resolution setting a
public hearing for December 2, 2024, on a proposed Second Amendment to the
Lease Agreement between the City of Dubuque, Iowa and the Dubuque County
Historical Society.
RESOLUTION Fixing The Date For A Public Hearing Of The City Council Of The
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City Of Dubuque, Iowa On The Second Amendment To The Lease Agreement By
And Between The City Of Dubuque, Iowa, And Dubuque County Historical Society
And Providing For The Publication Of Notice Thereof
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s), Set Public
Hearing for December 2, 2024
7. Resolution of Necessity for the Proposed Amended and Restated Urban
Renewal Plan for the Greater Downtown Urban Renewal Area, Version 2024.3
City Manager recommending City Council adopt a resolution that 1) authorizes and
directs the City Manager to prepare a proposed Amended and Restated Urban
Renewal Plan, Version 2024.3 (“Plan”) for the Greater Downtown Urban Renewal
Area (“Area”) and 2) sets a public hearing on the proposed Amended and Restated
Urban Renewal Plan, Version 2024.2 for December 16, 2024.
RESOLUTION Authorizing And Directing The City Manager To Prepare An
Amended And Restated Urban Renewal Plan, Version 2024.3, For The Greater
Downtown Urban Renewal Area And Setting The Date For A Public Hearing And
Consultation On The Proposed Amended And Restated Urban Renewal Plan,
Version 2024.3, For Said Area
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s), Set Public
Hearing for December 16, 2024
BOARDS/COMMISSIONS
1. Boards and Commission Application Review
Applicants are invited to address the City Council regarding their desire to serve on
the following Boards/Commissions. Applicant appointments will be made at the
next City Council meeting.
Housing Appeals and Mediation Board
One, 3-Year term through January 1, 2027 (Vacant term of Spence)
Applicant:
Cole Hansen, 408 Burch St.
Housing Commission
One, 3-Year term through August 17, 2027 (Vacant term of White)
Applicant:
Davis Wall, 1710 ½ White St.
Resilient Community Advisory Commission
One, 3-Year term through July 1, 2026 (Vacant At Large term of Chamberland)
Applicant:
David McDermott, 919 Kirkwood St
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Residents are invited to address the City Council on the following agenda items.
Please come to the podium and state your name and address when the item you
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wish to speak to is being considered.
1. Approving a Development Agreement with Dubuque Racing Association, Ltd.
Proof of publication on notice of public hearing to consider City Council approve a
Development Agreement by and between the City of Dubuque, Iowa Dubuque
Racing Association, Ltd. (DRA) for the redevelopment of a lease area lying within
parts of Lot 1, Lot 2, and Lot 3 of Chaplain Schmitt Island in the City of Dubuque
(the Property), including the development of a PinSeekers facility, and providing for
the issuance of Urban Renewal Tax Increment Revenue Grant Obligations, and
City Manager recommending approval.
RESOLUTION Approving A Development Agreement By And Between The City Of
Dubuque, Iowa, And Dubuque Racing Association, LTD., Including The Issuance
Of Urban Tax Increment Revenue Obligations
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
2. Iowa Amphitheater on Schmitt Island - Bid Package 2 (Utilities, Paving &
Amphitheater Stage)
Proof of Publication on notice of public hearing to consider the approval of the
plans, specifications, form of contract and construction estimate of $9,702,000.00
for the Iowa Amphitheater on Schmitt Island Project - Bid Package No. 2 and City
Manager recommending approval
RESOLUTION Approval Of Plans, Specifications, Form Of Contract, And
Estimated Cost For The Iowa Amphitheater On Schmitt Island Project – Bid
Package No. 2 (Utilities, Paving & Amphitheater Stage)
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
3. Bunker Hill Irrigation Replacement Project Phase 3 Public Hearing
Proof of publication on notice of public hearing to consider City Counci approval of
the construction plans and specifications, form of contract, and estimated cost of
$360,000.00 for the Bunker Hill Irrigation Replacement Project Phase 3 through
adoption of the attached resolution, and City Manager recommending approval.
RESOLUTION Approval Of Plans, Specifications, Form Of Contract, And
Estimated Cost For The Bunker Hill Irrigation Replacement Project Phase 3
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
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.
Residents are asked to approach the podium and state their name and address before
proceeding with their comments. Individual remarks are limited to 5 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
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These are items where discussion is held by the City Council - public comments
are not allowed except where authorized by the Mayor.
1. Central Avenue and White Street Corridor Traffic Study Preferred Alternative
Engagement Results
City Manager recommending City Council approval on the preferred alternative for
the Central Avenue and White Street Corridor Traffic Study as developed by Bolton
& Menk.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve; Presentation
2. Submission of EPA Grant Application for the Dubuque Community
Resilience Hub Project
City Manager recommending approval of a grant application to the U.S.
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)’s Community Change grant program.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
3. GFOA Distinguished Budget Presentation Award
City Manager transmitting the notification of the City of Dubuque receiving the
Government Finance Officers Association Distinguished Budget Presentation
Award for the 19th consecutive year.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File
4. 2025 State Legislative Priorities
City Manager recommending Mayor and City Council adoption of the 2025 State
Legislative Priorities.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
5. Updated Equity and Human Rights Commission Ordinance
City Manager recommending adoption of an amended Equity and Human Rights
ordinance.
ORDINANCE Amending City Of Dubuque Code Of Ordinances Title 8 Equity And
Human Rights, Chapter 2 Equity And Human Rights Commission
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Motion B; Motion A
6. Award 2024 SRF Green Alley Project
City Manager recommending awarding the public improvement construction
contract for the 2024 SRF Green Alley Project to McDermott Excavating Inc. in the
amount of $1,202,512.00, which is 10.4% below the engineer’s estimate of
probable cost, through the adoption of the enclosed resolution.
RESOLUTION Awarding Public Improvement Construction Contract For The 2024
SRF Green Alley Project
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
7. Award Broadway Sanitary Sewer Improvement Project
City Manager recommending awarding the Public Improvement Construction
Contract for the Broadway Sanitary Sewer Improvements Project to Tschiggfrie
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Excavating Co. in the amount of $266,668.30 through the adoption of the attached
resolution.
RESOLUTION Awarding Public Improvement Construction Contract For The
Broadway Street Sanitary Sewer Improvement Project
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
8. Eagle Point Water Plant Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA)
Upgrade Award Construction Contract
City Manager recommending City Council award the construction contract for
Eagle Point Water Plant Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA)
Upgrade, through the adoption of the enclosed resolution, to Westphal & Company,
Inc. of Dubuque, Iowa, in the amount of $1,345,500.
RESOLUTION Awarding Public Improvement Construction Contract For The Eagle
Point Water Plant Supervisory Control And Data Acquisition (SCADA) Upgrade
Project
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS
CLOSED SESSION
Purchase or Sale of Real Estate – Chapter 21.5(1)(j) Code of Iowa
ADJOURNMENT
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at the City Clerk's Office at ctyclerk@cityofdubuque.org or by mail to 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 at ctyclerk@cityofdubuque.org or by mail to 50 W. 13th St., Dubuque, IA 52001,
before said time of meeting.
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