Sustainable Dubuque Community Grant Award RecommendationCity of Dubuque
City Council
CONSENT ITEMS # 4.
Copyrighted
April 21, 2025
ITEM TITLE: Sustainable Dubuque Community Grant Award
Recommendation
SUMMARY: City Manager recommending City Council approve the
recommendations of the Resilient Community Advisory
Commission regarding the Round 31 funding of the
Sustainable Dubuque Community Grant program.
RESOLUTION Awarding Sustainable Dubuque Grant To
American Legion Auxiliary
RESOLUTION Awarding Sustainable Dubuque Grant To The
Grand River Center
RESOLUTION Awarding Sustainable Dubuque Grant To
Saint Vincent De Paul
RESOLUTION Awarding Sustainable Dubuque Grant To The
Bike Coop
RESOLUTION Awarding Sustainable Dubuque Grant To
Roosevelt Middle School
RESOLUTION Awarding Sustainable Dubuque Grant To
Westminster Presbyterian Church
RESOLUTION Awarding Sustainable Dubuque Grant To
Saint Mark Youth Enrichment
SUGGUESTED Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
DISPOSITION:
ATTACHMENTS:
1. MVM Memo
2. Staff Memo
3. Resolution —American Legion Auxiliary_04212025 (1)
4. Resolution —Grand River Center_04212025 (1)
5. Resolution —St Vincent de Paul_04212025
6. Resolution —Bike Coop_04212025 (1)
7. Resolution —Roosevelt Middle School_04212025 (1)
8. Resolution_ Westminster Presbyterian _04212025 (1)
9. Resolution St Mark Youth Enrichment 04212025
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THE CITY OF
DUB E
Masterpiece on the Mississippi
TO: The Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
FROM: Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager
Dubuque
AIFAWIN CRY
2007-2012.2013
2017*2019
SUBJECT: Sustainable Dubuque Community Grant Award Recommendation
DATE: April 16, 2025
Director of Sustainability Gina Bell is recommending City Council approve the
recommendations of the Resilient Community Advisory Commission regarding the
Round 31 funding of the Sustainable Dubuque Community Grant program.
The following applications are recommended for funding:
ORGANIZATION
PROJECT
AWARD
American Legion Auxiliary
Youth Leadership
$2,400
Grand River Center/OVG
Edible Gardens
$1,789
St. Vincent De Paul
Freezer for Local Food
$2,500
Bike Coop
Bike Week
$2,446
Roosevelt Middle School
Garden at School
$595
Westminster Presbyterian
Garden Beds
$2,500
St. Mark Youth Enrichment
Heros Camp
$270
The total recommended funding for this round is $12,500. One award is recommended
to receive less than the requested amount. One grant was incomplete, not awarded
anything and recommended they re -apply in the Fall 2025 round. In accordance with
guidance from the State Auditor, each grant includes a resolution to state public
purpose.
I concur with the recommendation and respectfully request Mayor and City Council
approval.
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Mic ael C. Van Milligen
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MCVM:as
Attachment
cc: Crenna Brumwell, City Attorney
Cori Burbach, Assistant City Manager
Gina Bell, Director of Sustainability
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THE CITY OF
DUB E
Masterpiece on the Mississippi
TO: Michael Van Milligen, City Manager
FROM: Gina Bell, Director of Sustainability
SUBJECT: Sustainable Dubuque Community Grant Award Recommendation
DATE: April 14, 2025
INTRODUCTION
The purpose of this memo is to present the recommendations of the Resilient
Community Advisory Commission (RCAC) for Round 31 of the Sustainable Dubuque
Community Grant applications.
Dubuque
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2007-2012.2013
2017*2019
BACKGROUND
In 2013, the City Council approved the Sustainable Dubuque Community Grant program
to catalyze community leaders in the Sustainable Dubuque initiative. The grants are
competitively available to any residents, non -profits or businesses who propose a
project that addresses at least one of the twelve sustainability principles and includes
an element of community engagement or education in their project.
$25,000 was allocated for grant disbursement in FY25. Six (6) eligible applications were
received in the first round (October 2024). Eight (8) applications were received this
round (March 2025) with a total funding request of $16,260. All commissioners were
invited to submit their individuals scores and comments.
DISCUSSION
The following applications are recommended for funding:
ORGANIZATION
PROJECT
AWARD
American Legion Auxiliary
Youth Leadership
$2,400
Grand River Center/OVG
Edible Gardens
$1,789
St. Vincent De Paul
Freezer for Local Food
$2,500
Bike Coop
Bike Week
$2,446
Roosevelt Middle School
Garden at School
$595
Westminster Presbyterian
Garden Beds
$2,500
St. Mark Youth Enrichment
Heros Camp
$270
The total recommended funding for this round is $12,500. One award is recommended
to receive less than the requested amount. One grant was incomplete, not awarded
anything and recommended they re -apply in the Fall 2025 round. In accordance with
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guidance from the State Auditor, each grant includes a resolution to state public
purpose.
REQUESTED ACTION
I respectfully request City Council approve the recommendations of the RCAC regarding
the Round 31 funding of the Sustainable Dubuque Community Grant program.
Attachments
Resolution
—American Legion Auxiliary_04212025
Resolution
—Grand River Center/ OVG04212025
Resolution
—St. Vincent De Paul 04212025
Resolution
—Bike Coop_04212025
Resolution
—Roosevelt Middle School_04212025
Resolution
—Westminster Presbyterian_04212025
Resolution
St. Mark Youth Enrichment 04212025
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Prepared by Crenna Brumwell, Esq., 300 Main St., Ste. 330, Dubuque IA 52001-6944, (563) 583-4113
Return to Gina Bell, 50 W. 13'h St., Dubuque, IA 52001, (563) 589-4120
RESOLUTION NO. 124 - 25
AWARDING SUSTAINABLE DUBUQUE GRANT TO AMERICAN LEGION AUXILIARY
WHEREAS, the City Council adopts goals on an annual basis; and
WHEREAS, sustainability first appeared as a City Council goal in 2006; and
WHEREAS, in 2010 the City Council adopted the Dubuque Greenhouse Gas (GHG)
Inventory, the first step in developing a Climate Action Plan (CAP) for Dubuque; and
WHEREAS, the inventory measured gases emitted by City operations for the
baseline year 2003, and again for 2007, and predicted future emissions if business as
usual occurred, and provided the City a tool to set emission reduction targets to improve
and maintain healthy air quality; and
WHEREAS, a 2014 update to the GHG inventory revealed that the community
had reduced their GHG emissions 11 % since 2003, and
WHEREAS, the 2019 update to the GHG inventory reported a 27% reduction in
GHG emissions since 2003; and
WHEREAS, the City Council adopted "The 50% by 2030 Plan" in 2013, and
updated the plan in 2020, as a non -binding, voluntary effort to identify opportunities to
reduce Dubuque's community greenhouse gas emissions; and
WHEREAS, The 50% by 2030 Plan is used in the following ways:
o Informing officials during goal -setting and budget decisions,
o Informing businesses and individuals about potential emission and cost -
saving options,
o Showcasing success stories,
o Providing a roadmap that can be added to or adjusted, and
o Exposing from where Dubuque's GHG emissions really come; and
WHEREAS, sustainability has remained a goal; and
WHEREAS, the City Council in 2021 reaffirmed its commitment to sustainability by
adopting the specific goal, "Sustainable Environment: Preserving and Enhancing Natural
Resources"; and
WHEREAS, the City Council in 2021 reaffirmed its commitment to sustainability
through partnerships by adopting the specific goal, "Partnership for a Better Dubuque:
Building Our Community that is Viable, Livable, and Equitable"; and
WHEREAS, the City Council in 2021 reaffirmed its commitment to sustainability by
adopting the specific goal, Livable Neighborhoods and Housing: Great Place to Live"; and
WHEREAS, the Sustainable Dubuque Grant program is the intersection of the
City's goals related to sustainability, equity, viability, partnerships, and the creation of
housing, which is livable, affordable, and sustainable; and
WHEREAS, the Sustainable Dubuque Grant program meets the needs of the
Dubuque community's vision for sustainability; and
WHEREAS, efforts which address a Sustainable Dubuque principle and offer a
community engagement activity or community education activity benefit the entirety of the
community and the specifically adopted goals of the City Council; and
WHEREAS, the grant recipients shall fund six high school junior girls in the city of
Dubuque to attend a learning experience dedicated to responsible citizenship, leadership,
and mission to encourage volunteering in their communities.
WHEREAS, the City Council believes it is in the best interest of the City of Dubuque
to further sustainability efforts in the community for the benefit of all residents and visitors.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The City Council hereby awards a Sustainable Dubuque Grant to
American Legion Auxiliary.
Section 2. The City Manager or his designee shall enter into a grant agreement
with American Legion Auxiliary and shall ensure compliance with the grant agreement
pursuant to Iowa Code and the grant award requirements.
Passed, approved, and adopted this 21 st day of April, 2025.
Brad M avanagh, Mayor
Attest:
G
Adrienne N. Breitfelder, City Clerk
Prepared by Crenna Brumwell, Esq., 300 Main St., Ste. 330, Dubuque IA 52001-6944, (563) 583-4113
Return to Gina Bell, 50 W. 13'h St., Dubuque, IA 52001, (563) 589-4120
RESOLUTION NO. 125 - 25
AWARDING SUSTAINABLE DUBUQUE GRANT TO THE GRAND RIVER CENTER
WHEREAS, the City Council adopts goals on an annual basis; and
WHEREAS, sustainability first appeared as a City Council goal in 2006; and
WHEREAS, in 2010 the City Council adopted the Dubuque Greenhouse Gas
(GHG) Inventory, the first step in developing a Climate Action Plan (CAP) for Dubuque;
and
WHEREAS, the inventory measured gases emitted by City operations for the
baseline year 2003, and again for 2007, and predicted future emissions if business as
usual occurred, and provided the City a tool to set emission reduction targets to improve
and maintain healthy air quality; and
WHEREAS, a 2014 update to the GHG inventory revealed that the community
had reduced their GHG emissions 11 % since 2003, and
WHEREAS, the 2019 update to the GHG inventory reported a 27% reduction in
GHG emissions since 2003; and
WHEREAS, the City Council adopted "The 50% by 2030 Plan" in 2013, and
updated the plan in 2020, as a non -binding, voluntary effort to identify opportunities to
reduce Dubuque's community greenhouse gas emissions; and
WHEREAS, The 50% by 2030 Plan is used in the following ways:
o Informing officials during goal -setting and budget decisions,
o Informing businesses and individuals about potential emission and cost -
saving options,
o Showcasing success stories,
o Providing a roadmap that can be added to or adjusted, and
o Exposing from where Dubuque's GHG emissions really come; and
WHEREAS, sustainability has remained a goal; and
WHEREAS, the City Council in 2021 reaffirmed its commitment to sustainability by
adopting the specific goal, "Sustainable Environment: Preserving and Enhancing Natural
Resources"; and
WHEREAS, the City Council in 2021 reaffirmed its commitment to sustainability
through partnerships by adopting the specific goal, "Partnership for a Better Dubuque:
Building Our Community that is Viable, Livable, and Equitable"; and
WHEREAS, the City Council in 2021 reaffirmed its commitment to sustainability by
adopting the specific goal, Livable Neighborhoods and Housing: Great Place to Live"; and
WHEREAS, the Sustainable Dubuque Grant program is the intersection of the
City's goals related to sustainability, equity, viability, partnerships, and the creation of
housing, which is livable, affordable, and sustainable; and
WHEREAS, the Sustainable Dubuque Grant program meets the needs of the
Dubuque community's vision for sustainability; and
WHEREAS, efforts which address a Sustainable Dubuque principle and offer a
community engagement activity or community education activity benefit the entirety of the
community and the specifically adopted goals of the City Council; and
WHEREAS, the grant recipients shall create an edible garden for flowers and
vegetables, supporting the kitchen, enhancing local diversity, and providing fresh produce
for use in meals served at the Grand River Center.
WHEREAS, the City Council believes it is in the best interest of the City of Dubuque
to further sustainability efforts in the community for the benefit of all residents and visitors.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The City Council hereby awards a Sustainable Dubuque Grant to the
Grand River Center.
Section 2. The City Manager or his designee shall enter into a grant agreement
with the Grand River Center and shall ensure compliance with the grant agreement
pursuant to Iowa Code and the grant award requirements.
Passed, approved, and adopted this 21 sc day of April, 2025.
Brad . Cavanagh, Mayor
Attest:
Adrienne N. Breitfelder, City Clerk
Prepared by Crenna Brumwell, Esq., 300 Main St., Ste. 330, Dubuque IA 52001-6944, (563) 583-4113
Return to Gina Bell, 50 W. 13'h St., Dubuque, IA 52001, (563) 589-4120
RESOLUTION NO. 126 - 25
AWARDING SUSTAINABLE DUBUQUE GRANT TO SAINT VINCENT DE PAUL
WHEREAS, the City Council adopts goals on an annual basis; and
WHEREAS, sustainability first appeared as a City Council goal in 2006; and
WHEREAS, in 2010 the City Council adopted the Dubuque Greenhouse Gas
(GHG) Inventory, the first step in developing a Climate Action Plan (CAP) for Dubuque;
and
WHEREAS, the inventory measured gases emitted by City operations for the
baseline year 2003, and again for 2007, and predicted future emissions if business as
usual occurred, and provided the City a tool to set emission reduction targets to improve
and maintain healthy air quality; and
WHEREAS, a 2014 update to the GHG inventory revealed that the community
had reduced their GHG emissions 11 % since 2003, and
WHEREAS, the 2019 update to the GHG inventory reported a 27% reduction in
GHG emissions since 2003; and
WHEREAS, the City Council adopted "The 50% by 2030 Plan" in 2013, and
updated the plan in 2020, as a non -binding, voluntary effort to identify opportunities to
reduce Dubuque's community greenhouse gas emissions; and
WHEREAS, The 50% by 2030 Plan is used in the following ways:
o Informing officials during goal -setting and budget decisions,
o Informing businesses and individuals about potential emission and cost -
saving options,
o Showcasing success stories,
o Providing a roadmap that can be added to or adjusted, and
o Exposing from where Dubuque's GHG emissions really come; and
WHEREAS, sustainability has remained a goal; and
WHEREAS, the City Council in 2021 reaffirmed its commitment to sustainability by
adopting the specific goal, "Sustainable Environment: Preserving and Enhancing Natural
Resources"; and
WHEREAS, the City Council in 2021 reaffirmed its commitment to sustainability
through partnerships by adopting the specific goal, "Partnership for a Better Dubuque:
Building Our Community that is Viable, Livable, and Equitable"; and
WHEREAS, the City Council in 2021 reaffirmed its commitment to sustainability by
adopting the specific goal, Livable Neighborhoods and Housing: Great Place to Live"; and
WHEREAS, the Sustainable Dubuque Grant program is the intersection of the
City's goals related to sustainability, equity, viability, partnerships, and the creation of
housing, which is livable, affordable, and sustainable; and
WHEREAS, the Sustainable Dubuque Grant program meets the needs of the
Dubuque community's vision for sustainability; and
WHEREAS, efforts which address a Sustainable Dubuque principle and offer a
community engagement activity or community education activity benefit the entirety of the
community and the specifically adopted goals of the City Council; and
WHEREAS, the grant recipients shall purchase a commercial cooler for the
produce grown in a hydroponic container farm on the St. Vincent de Paul campus.
WHEREAS, the City Council believes it is in the best interest of the City of Dubuque
to further sustainability efforts in the community for the benefit of all residents and visitors.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The City Council hereby awards a Sustainable Dubuque Grant to Saint
Vincent de Paul.
Section 2. The City Manager or his designee shall enter into a grant agreement
with Saint Vincent de Paul and shall ensure compliance with the grant agreement
pursuant to Iowa Code and the grant award requirements.
Passed, approved, and adopted this 21 st day of April, 2025.
Br . Cavanagh, Mayor
Attest:
G
Adrienne N. Breitfelder, City Clerk
Prepared by Crenna Brumwell, Esq., 300 Main St., Ste. 330, Dubuque IA 52001-6944, (563) 583-4113
Return to Gina Bell, 50 W. 131h St., Dubuque, IA 52001, (563) 589-4120
RESOLUTION NO. 127 - 25
AWARDING SUSTAINABLE DUBUQUE GRANT TO THE BIKE COOP
WHEREAS, the City Council adopts goals on an annual basis; and
WHEREAS, sustainability first appeared as a City Council goal in 2006; and
WHEREAS, in 2010 the City Council adopted the Dubuque Greenhouse Gas
(GHG) Inventory, the first step in developing a Climate Action Plan (CAP) for Dubuque;
and
WHEREAS, the inventory measured gases emitted by City operations for the
baseline year 2003, and again for 2007, and predicted future emissions if business as
usual occurred, and provided the City a tool to set emission reduction targets to improve
and maintain healthy air quality; and
WHEREAS, a 2014 update to the GHG inventory revealed that the community
had reduced their GHG emissions 11 % since 2003, and
WHEREAS, the 2019 update to the GHG inventory reported a 27% reduction in
GHG emissions since 2003; and
WHEREAS, the City Council adopted "The 50% by 2030 Plan" in 2013, and
updated the plan in 2020, as a non -binding, voluntary effort to identify opportunities to
reduce Dubuque's community greenhouse gas emissions; and
WHEREAS, The 50% by 2030 Plan is used in the following ways:
o Informing officials during goal -setting and budget decisions,
o Informing businesses and individuals about potential emission and cost -
saving options,
o Showcasing success stories,
o Providing a roadmap that can be added to or adjusted, and
o Exposing from where Dubuque's GHG emissions really come; and
WHEREAS, sustainability has remained a goal; and
WHEREAS, the City Council in 2021 reaffirmed its commitment to sustainability by
adopting the specific goal, "Sustainable Environment: Preserving and Enhancing Natural
Resources". and
WHEREAS, the City Council in 2021 reaffirmed its commitment to sustainability
through partnerships by adopting the specific goal, "Partnership for a Better Dubuque:
Building Our Community that is Viable, Livable, and Equitable"; and
WHEREAS, the City Council in 2021 reaffirmed its commitment to sustainability by
adopting the specific goal, Livable Neighborhoods and Housing: Great Place to Live"; and
WHEREAS, the Sustainable Dubuque Grant program is the intersection of the
City's goals related to sustainability, equity, viability, partnerships, and the creation of
housing, which is livable, affordable, and sustainable; and
WHEREAS, the Sustainable Dubuque Grant program meets the needs of the
Dubuque community's vision for sustainability; and
WHEREAS, efforts which address a Sustainable Dubuque principle and offer a
community engagement activity or community education activity benefit the entirety of the
community and the specifically adopted goals of the City Council; and
WHEREAS, the grant recipients shall bring awareness and encourage
participation in National Bike to Work Week and Bike Month.
WHEREAS, the City Council believes it is in the best interest of the City of Dubuque
to further sustainability efforts in the community for the benefit of all residents and visitors.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The City Council hereby awards a Sustainable Dubuque Grant to the
Bike Coop.
Section 2. The City Manager or his designee shall enter into a grant agreement
with the Bike Coop and shall ensure compliance with the grant agreement pursuant to
Iowa Code and the grant award requirements.
Passed, approved, and adopted this 21 sc day of April, 2025.
Brad avanagh, Mayor
Attest:
&- Aio6l
Adrienne N. Breitfelder, City Clerk
Prepared by Crenna Brumwell, Esq., 300 Main St., Ste. 330, Dubuque IA 52001-6944, (563) 583-4113
Return to Gina Bell, 50 W. 13'h St., Dubuque, IA 52001, (563) 589-4120
RESOLUTION NO. 128 - 25
AWARDING SUSTAINABLE DUBUQUE GRANT TO ROOSEVELT MIDDLE SCHOOL
WHEREAS, the City Council adopts goals on an annual basis; and
WHEREAS, sustainability first appeared as a City Council goal in 2006; and
WHEREAS, in 2010 the City Council adopted the Dubuque Greenhouse Gas
(GHG) Inventory, the first step in developing a Climate Action Plan (CAP) for Dubuque;
and
WHEREAS, the inventory measured gases emitted by City operations for the
baseline year 2003, and again for 2007, and predicted future emissions if business as
usual occurred, and provided the City a tool to set emission reduction targets to improve
and maintain healthy air quality; and
WHEREAS, a 2014 update to the GHG inventory revealed that the community
had reduced their GHG emissions 11 % since 2003, and
WHEREAS, the 2019 update to the GHG inventory reported a 27% reduction in
GHG emissions since 2003; and
WHEREAS, the City Council adopted "The 50% by 2030 Plan" in 2013, and
updated the plan in 2020, as a non -binding, voluntary effort to identify opportunities to
reduce Dubuque's community greenhouse gas emissions; and
WHEREAS, The 50% by 2030 Plan is used in the following ways:
o Informing officials during goal -setting and budget decisions,
o Informing businesses and individuals about potential emission and cost -
saving options,
o Showcasing success stories,
o Providing a roadmap that can be added to or adjusted, and
o Exposing from where Dubuque's GHG emissions really come; and
WHEREAS, sustainability has remained a goal; and
WHEREAS, the City Council in 2021 reaffirmed its commitment to sustainability by
adopting the specific goal, "Sustainable Environment: Preserving and Enhancing Natural
Resources"; and
WHEREAS, the City Council in 2021 reaffirmed its commitment to sustainability
through partnerships by adopting the specific goal, "Partnership for a Better Dubuque:
Building Our Community that is Viable, Livable, and Equitable"; and
WHEREAS, the City Council in 2021 reaffirmed its commitment to sustainability by
adopting the specific goal, Livable Neighborhoods and Housing: Great Place to Live"; and
WHEREAS, the Sustainable Dubuque Grant program is the intersection of the
City's goals related to sustainability, equity, viability, partnerships, and the creation of
housing, which is livable, affordable, and sustainable; and
WHEREAS, the Sustainable Dubuque Grant program meets the needs of the
Dubuque community's vision for sustainability; and
WHEREAS, efforts which address a Sustainable Dubuque principle and offer a
community engagement activity or community education activity benefit the entirety of the
community and the specifically adopted goals of the City Council; and
WHEREAS, the grant recipients shall establish a smaller demonstration prairie
plant garden with labeled plant varieties within Roosevelt Middle School's existing prairie.
WHEREAS, the City Council believes it is in the best interest of the City of Dubuque
to further sustainability efforts in the community for the benefit of all residents and visitors.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The City Council hereby awards a Sustainable Dubuque Grant to
Roosevelt Middle School.
Section 2. The City Manager or his designee shall enter into a grant agreement
with Roosevelt Middle School and shall ensure compliance with the grant agreement
pursuant to Iowa Code and the grant award requirements.
Passed, approved, and adopted this 21 st day of April, 2025.
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Adrienne N. Breitfelder, City Clerk
Prepared by Crenna Brumwell, Esq., 300 Main St., Ste. 330, Dubuque IA 52001-6944, (563) 583-4113
Return to Gina Bell, 50 W. 13" St., Dubuque, IA 52001, (563) 589-4120
RESOLUTION NO. 129 - 25
AWARDING SUSTAINABLE DUBUQUE GRANT TO WESTMINSTER
PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
WHEREAS, the City Council adopts goals on an annual basis; and
WHEREAS, sustainability first appeared as a City Council goal in 2006; and
WHEREAS, in 2010 the City Council adopted the Dubuque Greenhouse Gas
(GHG) Inventory, the first step in developing a Climate Action Plan (CAP) for Dubuque;
and
WHEREAS, the inventory measured gases emitted by City operations for the
baseline year 2003, and again for 2007, and predicted future emissions if business as
usual occurred, and provided the City a tool to set emission reduction targets to improve
and maintain healthy air quality; and
WHEREAS, a 2014 update to the GHG inventory revealed that the community
had reduced their GHG emissions 11 % since 2003, and
WHEREAS, the 2019 update to the GHG inventory reported a 27% reduction in
GHG emissions since 2003; and
WHEREAS, the City Council adopted "The 50% by 2030 Plan" in 2013, and
updated the plan in 2020, as a non -binding, voluntary effort to identify opportunities to
reduce Dubuque's community greenhouse gas emissions; and
WHEREAS, The 50% by 2030 Plan is used in the following ways:
o Informing officials during goal -setting and budget decisions,
o Informing businesses and individuals about potential emission and cost -
saving options,
o Showcasing success stories,
o Providing a roadmap that can be added to or adjusted, and
o Exposing from where Dubuque's GHG emissions really come; and
WHEREAS, sustainability has remained a goal; and
WHEREAS, the City Council in 2021 reaffirmed its commitment to sustainability by
adopting the specific goal, "Sustainable Environment: Preserving and Enhancing Natural
Resources"; and
WHEREAS, the City Council in 2021 reaffirmed its commitment to sustainability
through partnerships by adopting the specific goal, "Partnership for a Better Dubuque:
Building Our Community that is Viable, Livable, and Equitable"; and
WHEREAS, the City Council in 2021 reaffirmed its commitment to sustainability by
adopting the specific goal, Livable Neighborhoods and Housing: Great Place to Live"; and
WHEREAS, the Sustainable Dubuque Grant program is the intersection of the
City's goals related to sustainability, equity, viability, partnerships, and the creation of
housing, which is livable, affordable, and sustainable; and
WHEREAS, the Sustainable Dubuque Grant program meets the needs of the
Dubuque community's vision for sustainability; and
WHEREAS, efforts which address a Sustainable Dubuque principle and offer a
community engagement activity or community education activity benefit the entirety of the
community and the specifically adopted goals of the City Council; and
WHEREAS, the grant recipients shall replace raised garden beds, increasing the
ease of growing and harvesting food by eliminating fences to crawl over and raising the
height of the beds for less bending.
WHEREAS, the City Council believes it is in the best interest of the City of Dubuque
to further sustainability efforts in the community for the benefit of all residents and visitors.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The City Council hereby awards a Sustainable Dubuque Grant to
Westminster Presbyterian Church.
Section 2. The City Manager or his designee shall enter into a grant agreement
with Westminster Presbyterian Church and shall ensure compliance with the grant
agreement pursuant to Iowa Code and the grant award requirements.
Passed, approved, and adopted this 21 sc day of April, 2025.
Bra . Cavanagh, Mayor
Attest:
Adrienne N. Breitfelder, City Clerk
Prepared by Crenna Brumwell, Esq., 300 Main St., Ste. 330, Dubuque IA 52001-6944, (563) 583-4113
Return to Gina Bell, 50 W. 1311 St., Dubuque, IA 52001, (563) 589-4120
RESOLUTION NO. 130 - 25
AWARDING SUSTAINABLE DUBUQUE GRANT TO SAINT MARK YOUTH
ENRICHMENT
WHEREAS, the City Council adopts goals on an annual basis; and
WHEREAS, sustainability first appeared as a City Council goal in 2006; and
WHEREAS, in 2010 the City Council adopted the Dubuque Greenhouse Gas
(GHG) Inventory, the first step in developing a Climate Action Plan (CAP) for Dubuque;
and
WHEREAS, the inventory measured gases emitted by City operations for the
baseline year 2003, and again for 2007, and predicted future emissions if business as
usual occurred, and provided the City a tool to set emission reduction targets to improve
and maintain healthy air quality; and
WHEREAS, a 2014 update to the GHG inventory revealed that the community
had reduced their GHG emissions 11 % since 2003, and
WHEREAS, the 2019 update to the GHG inventory reported a 27% reduction in
GHG emissions since 2003; and
WHEREAS, the City Council adopted "The 50% by 2030 Plan" in 2013, and
updated the plan in 2020, as a non -binding, voluntary effort to identify opportunities to
reduce Dubuque's community greenhouse gas emissions; and
WHEREAS, The 50% by 2030 Plan is used in the following ways:
o Informing officials during goal -setting and budget decisions,
o Informing businesses and individuals about potential emission and cost -
saving options,
o Showcasing success stories,
o Providing a roadmap that can be added to or adjusted, and
o Exposing from where Dubuque's GHG emissions really come; and
WHEREAS, sustainability has remained a goal; and
WHEREAS, the City Council in 2021 reaffirmed its commitment to sustainability by
adopting the specific goal, "Sustainable Environment: Preserving and Enhancing Natural
Resources"; and
WHEREAS, the City Council in 2021 reaffirmed its commitment to sustainability
through partnerships by adopting the specific goal, "Partnership for a Better Dubuque:
Building Our Community that is Viable, Livable, and Equitable"; and
WHEREAS, the City Council in 2021 reaffirmed its commitment to sustainability by
adopting the specific goal, Livable Neighborhoods and Housing: Great Place to Live"; and
WHEREAS, the Sustainable Dubuque Grant program is the intersection of the
City's goals related to sustainability, equity, viability, partnerships, and the creation of
housing, which is livable, affordable, and sustainable; and
WHEREAS, the Sustainable Dubuque Grant program meets the needs of the
Dubuque community's vision for sustainability; and
WHEREAS, efforts which address a Sustainable Dubuque principle and offer a
community engagement activity or community education activity benefit the entirety of the
community and the specifically adopted goals of the City Council; and
WHEREAS, the grant recipients shall fund children's experiences in nature this
summer, including lessons on plant cycles, gardening, hiking, animals, and kayaking.
WHEREAS, the City Council believes it is in the best interest of the City of Dubuque
to further sustainability efforts in the community for the benefit of all residents and visitors.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The City Council hereby awards a Sustainable Dubuque Grant to Saint
Mark Youth Enrichment.
Section 2. The City Manager or his designee shall enter into a grant agreement
with Saint Mark Youth Enrichment and shall ensure compliance with the grant agreement
pursuant to Iowa Code and the grant award requirements.
Passed, approved, and adopted this 21 st day of April, 2025.
Attest:
G
Adrienne N. Breitfelder, City Clerk