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CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Historic Federal Building: 350 W. 6th
Street - Second-Floor Council
Chambers.
June 2, 2025 at 6:30 PM
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Cavanagh, Roussell, Wethal, Sprank, Resnick, Farber, Jones
WORK SESSION
5:30 PM - Office of Shared Prosperity & Neighborhood Support Poverty
Reduction Plan: Update Report
Office of Shared Propserity and Neighborhood Support staff will present the
accomplishments of the Equitable Poverty Reduction and Prevention Plan and provide
an update on community-level data on poverty reported by the U.S. Census.
REGULAR SESSION
6:30 PM
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
PRESENTATIONS
1. Travel Dubuque Outstanding Front Line Staff Award to Grand River Center
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OVG Staff Member Joe Klecker
Travel Dubuque Vice President of Sales Julie Kronlage will re-present the Travel
Dubuque Outstanding Front Line Staff Award to Grand River Center OVG Staff
Member Joe Klecker.
PROCLAMATIONS
1. LGBTQIA+ Pride Month (June 2025)
On behalf of Dubuque Pride, Inc., The Dubuque LGBTQ+ Resource Network, and
Ritual Beauty.
2. Juneteenth National Independence Day (June 19, 2025)
On behalf of the Multicultural Family Center.
CONSENT ITEMS
1. Minutes and Reports Submitted
City Council Proceedings of May 19, 2025; Airport Commission of March 25, 2025;
Equity and Human Rights Commission of April 8, 2025; Historic Preservation
Commission of April 17, 2025; Housing Commission of January 28, 2025; Long
Range Planning Advisory Commission of March 19, 2025; Mayor and City Council
Compensation Task Force Minutes of May 21, 2025; Park and Recreation
Commission of April 7, 2025; Zoning Board of Adjustment of April 24, 2025; Proof
of Publication for City Council Proceedings of April 24, April 28, and May 5, 2025.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File
2. Notice of Claims and Suits
Brandon and Jessica Rethwisch for property damage.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Refer to City Attorney
3. 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)
4. Resolution Supporting Iowa State Historic Preservation Tax Credit Part 2B
Application for St. Elias The Prophet Greek Orthodox Church at 419 N.
Grandview Avenue
City Manager recommending City Council approval of a resolution in support of
Iowa State Historic Preservation Tax Credit Part 2B Application for a project by St.
Elias The Prophet Greek Orthodox Church at 419 N. Grandview Avenue.
RESOLUTION In Support Of Iowa State Historic Preservation Tax Credit Part 2B
Application Submitted To The Iowa Economic Development Authority By St. Elias
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The Prophet Greek Orthodox Church For A Historic Rehabilitation Project At 419
N. Grandview Ave.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
5. 2025 July 3rd Fireworks Permit
City Manager recommending City Council approval to issue a Fireworks Permit to
Perry Mason with Radio Dubuque for the fireworks display on July 3, 2025, at
approximately 9:45 p.m. along Volunteer Drive.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
6. Rustic Point Park Concept Plan Approval
City Manager recommending City Council approval of the Rustic Point Park
concept plan.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
7. Fiscal Year 2025 Contracted Services Agreements
City Manager recommending City Council approval of Fiscal Year 2025 Contracted
Services Agreements with Community Solutions of Eastern Iowa in the amount of
$13,000, Four Mounds Heart Program in the amount of $10,000, and Hawkeye
Area Community Action Program in the amount of $70,000.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
8. Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2026-2030 Community Development Block Grant
Consolidated Plan and FY 2026 Annual Action Plan
City Manager recommending City Council approve the attached resolution adopting
the FY 2026-2030 Consolidated Plan and the FY 2026 Annual Action Plan as
recommended by the Community Development Advisory Commission and direct
staff to transmit this plan to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban
Development as required.
RESOLUTION Adopting The Fiscal Year 2026-2030 (Program Year 2025-2029)
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Consolidated Plan And Fiscal Year
2026 (Program Year 2025) Annual Action Plan
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
9. Amended Citizen Participation Plan
City Manager recommending City Council approve the attached resolution adopting
the Amended Citizen Participation Plan as recommended by the Community
Development Advisory Commission.
RESOLUTION Adopting The Amendment Of The Citizen Participation Plan For
The Community Development Block Grant Program
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
10. Delegation of Authority for Environmental Certifying Officer in accordance
with 24 CFR Part 58
City Manager recommending that City Council approve the delegation of the
responsibilities of the Certifying Officer under HUD regulations to the acting
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Housing and Community Development Director.
RESOLUTION Delegating Authority For Environmental Certifying Officer
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
11. Water & Resource Recovery Center Fee Schedule for Fiscal Year 2026
City Manager recommending City Council adoption of the attached resolutions
adjusting the fees charged for services performed at the Water & Resource
Recovery Center (WRRC) for Fiscal Year 2026.
RESOLUTION Establishing The Schedule Of Rates For The Disposal Of Private
Hauled Waste To The Water & Resource Recovery Center As Provided For In 13-
2B-8(F) Of The City Of Dubuque Code Of Ordinances
RESOLUTION Establishing The Schedule Of Rates For The Analysis Of Water
Samples At The Water & Resource Recovery Center State-Certified Environmental
Lab
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
12. Acceptance of Grant of Easement for Sanitary Sewer Utility and Sanitary
Sewer Access across Switch Development at JFK, LLC and Atera 194, 3339
JFK Rd, Dubuque, LLC Property at JFK Rd. and West 32nd Street in Dubuque
City Manager recommending City Council adopt the resolution accepting the Grant
of Easement for Sanitary Sewer Utility and Sanitary Sewer Access Utility through,
under and Parts of Lot 1 and Lot 2 of Switch Development @ JFK No. 4, and Lot 2
of Switch Development @ JFK No. 2, and Lot 1 of Switch Development @ JFK No.
3, in the City of Dubuque, Iowa, as shown on Exhibit A on the attached Grant of
Easement.
RESOLUTION Accepting A Grant Of Easement For Sanitary Sewer Utility And
Sanitary Sewer Access Through, Under And Across Parts Of Lot 1 And Lot 2 Of
Switch Development @ JFK No. 4, And Lot 2 Of Switch Development @ JFK No.
2, And Lot 1 Of Switch Development @ JFK No. 3, In The City Of Dubuque, Iowa
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
13. Project Statement to Master Co-Location and Shared Services Agreement
between the City of Dubuque and Dubuque County
City Manager recommending City Council approval of a Project Statement for the
collaboration between the City and County on providing fiber connectivity that will
allow the County to connect multiple County facilities in a redundant “loop”,
increasing capacity, safety and security of the County IT system.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
14. Consumer Confidence Water Quality Report 2025
City Manager providing notification of the City of Dubuque Consumer Confidence
Water Quality Report 2025 which will be published documenting the 2024 water
quality results.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File
15. Approval of Retail Tobacco, Tobacco Products, Alternative Nicotine
Products, Vapor Products, and Device Permit Applications
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City Manager recommending City Council approval of the retail tobacco, tobacco
products, alternative nicotine products, vapor products, and device permits as
submitted.
RESOLUTION Approving Applications for Retail Tobacco, Tobacco Products,
Alternative Nicotine Products, Vapor Products, and Device Permits, as Required by
Iowa Code 453A.47A and Senate File 345
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. Setting a Public Hearing for the Granting of a Storm Sewer Utility Easement
to Switch Development at JFK, LLC
City Manager recommending City Council set a public hearing on June 16, 2025,
for the granting of an embankment easement to Switch Development at JFK, LLC
for private storm sewer and rip rap over City owned Northwest Arterial Right of
Way.
RESOLUTION Intent To Dispose Of City Interest By Grant Of Storm Sewer Utility
Easement To Switch Development At JFK, LLC Across Part Of The Northwest
Arterial Right Of Way Adjacent To Lot 1 Of Switch Development @ JFK No. 4, In
The City Of Dubuque, Iowa
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s), Set Public
Hearing for June 16, 2025
2. Setting a Public Hearing on the Proposed Amended and Restated Lease
between the City of Dubuque and Viterra USA Grain, LLC
City Manager recommending City Council set a public hearing on June 16, 2025, to
approve the Amended and Restated Lease Agreement between the City of
Dubuque and Viterra USA Grain, LLC Commercial Street (aka East Seventh
Street) Lease.
RESOLUTION Setting A Public Hearing To Consider The Amended And Restated
Lease Agreement By And Between The City Of Dubuque And Viterra USA Grain,
LLC For Commercial Street Property
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s), Set Public
Hearing for June 16, 2025
3. Proceedings to Set Public Hearing on June 16, 2025 for the Issuance of Not
to Exceed $15,000,000 Sewer Revenue Capital Loan Notes (State Revolving
Loan Fund Program) Old Mill Rd. Lift Station Project – Phase 2
City Manager recommending that a public hearing be set for June 16, 2025, on the
issuance of a not to exceed $15,000,000 Sewer Revenue Capital Loan Notes,
State Revolving Loan Fund Program, the proceeds of which will be used to fund
the Old Mill Road Lift Station and Force Main Project Phase II Project.
RESOLUTION To fix a date for a public hearing on proposal to enter into a Sewer
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Revenue Loan and Disbursement Agreement and to borrow money thereunder in a
principal amount not to exceed $15,000,000
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s), Set Public
Hearing for June 16, 2025
4. Proceedings to Set Public Hearing on June 16, 2025 for the Issuance of Not
to Exceed $3,600,000 Sewer Revenue Capital Loan Notes Planning and
Design Loan (State Revolving Loan Fund Program) Old Mill Phase III Project
– Catfish Creek Sanitary Interceptor Sewer System Middle Fork
City Manager recommending that a public hearing be set for June 16, 2025, on the
issuance of a not to exceed $3,600,000 Sewer Revenue Capital Loan Notes
Planning and Design Loan, State Revolving Loan Fund Program, the proceeds of
which will be used to fund the Old Mill Phase III Project – Catfish Creek Sanitary
Interceptor Sewer System Middle Fork Project.
RESOLUTION To fix a date for a public hearing on proposal to enter into a Sewer
Revenue Loan and Disbursement Agreement and to borrow money thereunder in a
principal amount not to exceed $3,600,000
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s), Set Public
Hearing for June 16, 2025
5. Proceedings to Set Public Hearing on June 16, 2025 for the Issuance of Not
to Exceed $3,400,000 Sewer Revenue Capital Loan Notes Planning and
Design Loan (State Revolving Loan Fund Program) Old Mill Phase IV Project
– Catfish Creek Sewershed Improvement - South Fork
City Manager recommending that a public hearing be set for June 16, 2025, on the
issuance of a not to exceed $3,400,000 Sewer Revenue Capital Loan Notes
Planning and Design Loan, State Revolving Loan Fund Program, the proceeds of
which will be used to fund the Old Mill Phase IV Project – Catfish Creek Sewershed
Improvement - South Fork.
RESOLUTION To fix a date for a public hearing on proposal to enter into a Sewer
Revenue Loan and Disbursement Agreement and to borrow money thereunder in a
principal amount not to exceed $3,400,000
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s), Set Public
Hearing for June 16, 2025
6. Proceedings to Set Public Hearing on June 16, 2025 for the Issuance of Not
to Exceed $500,000 Sewer Revenue Capital Loan Notes Planning and Design
Loan (State Revolving Loan Fund Program) Track Line Sanitary Sewer
Reconstruction Project
City Manager recommending that a public hearing be set for June 16, 2025, on the
issuance of a not to exceed $500,000 Sewer Revenue Capital Loan Notes
Planning and Design Loan, State Revolving Loan Fund Program, the proceeds of
which will be used to fund the Track Line Sanitary Sewer Reconstruction Project.
RESOLUTION To fix a date for a public hearing on proposal to enter into a Sewer
Revenue Loan and Disbursement Agreement and to borrow money thereunder in a
principal amount not to exceed $500,000
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Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s), Set Public
Hearing for June 16, 2025
7. Resolution Setting Public Hearing on a Proposed Development Agreement
with Plastic Center, Inc.
City Manager recommending City Council adopt a resolution setting a public
hearing for June 16, 2025, on the proposed Development Agreement with Plastic
Center, Inc. including the issuance of Urban Renewal Tax Increment Revenue
Grant Obligations (TIF).
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 Plastic Center, Inc., 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 June 16, 2025
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.
Arts and Cultural Affairs Advisory Commission
One, 3-Year At-Large term through June 30, 2027
(Vacant At-Large - lives or works outside the cultural and entertainment
district term of Menchaca)
One, 3-Year Business Professional term through June 30, 2028
(Expiring Business Professional - lives or works in the cultural and
entertainment district term of Hafel)
Two, 3-Year Public Member terms through June 30, 2028
(Expiring Public Member – knowledge and demonstrated interest in the arts
terms of Davis-Orwoll and Harder)
Applicants:
Jim Albee, 535 West 5th St.
Shirley Davis-Orwoll, 2635 West 32nd St.
Nick Halder, 876 S. Grandview Ave.
Aaron Hefel, 515 1/2 West 8th St.
Bree Hernandez, 1298 Locust St.
Mary Loney-Bichell, 595 West 11th St.
Rodrigo Marin, 2240 Central Ave.
Sarah Ndagire, 1536 Kehl Ct.
Jessica Ochoa, 1970 Hale St.
(see table on the following page for term qualitifications)
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Qualifies as
Applicant At -Large -
lives or works
outside the cultural
and entertainment
district.
Business
Professional -
lives or works in
the cultural and
entertainment
district
Public Member -
knowledge and
interest in one or
more areas of the
arts
Jim Albee X X
Shirley Davis-Orwoll X X
Nick Halder X X X
Aaron Hefel X X
Bree Hernandez X X
Mary Loney Bichell X X
Rodrigo Marin X X
Sarah Ndagire X X X
Jessica Ochoa X X
Board of Library Trustees
One, 4-Year term through July 1, 2029 (Expiring term of Gorton)
Applicants:
Tom Brennan, 3275 Cider Rdg.
Jessica Connery, 4612 Camelot Dr.
Nicole O'Brien, 2691 Ravens Oaks Dr.
Civic Center Advisory Commission
Three, 3-Year terms through June 29, 2028 (Expiring terms of Blau, Meyers, and
Tandy)
Applicants:
McKenzie Blau, 1548 Pego Ct.
Colleen Myers, 65 North Booth
Ashley Regan, 1100 N Booth St.
Sara Tandy, 2307 Martin Dr.
Historic Preservation Commission
One, 3-Year term through July 1, 2028 (Expiring West 11th District term of Stuter)
Applicant:
Charles (Rick) Stuter, 1296 Prairie St.
Park and Recreation Advisory Commission
Three, 3-Year terms through June 30, 2028 (Expiring terms of Henkel, Jorgenson,
and Ollendick)
Applicants:
Jason Henkel, 1888 Saint Joseph St.
Josh Jorgenson, 3030 Judson Ct.
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Lori Ollendick, 1390 Oak Park Pl
Mya Schaefer, 1720 Plymouth Ct.
Greg Swift, 2150 Fairway Dr.
Resilient Community Advisory Commission
One, 3-Year term through July 1, 2028 (Expiring term of Kohlhaas)
Applicant:
Jacob Kohlhaas, 1125 Richards Rd.
Transit Advisory Board
One, 3-Year term through July 30, 2027 (Vacant term of Esser)
Applicant:
Gary Wernimont, 736 University Ave.
Zoning Advisory Commission
Two, 3-Year terms through July 1, 2028 (Expiring terms of Mulligan and Norton)
Applicants:
Matthew Mulligan, 1167 Hunters Rdg.
Patrick Norton, 920 Valentine Dr
Dylan Schwering, 1741 Dexter St.
Casey Stoyke, 3960 Oneida Ave.
2. Boards and Commission Appointments
Appointments to the following commissions to be made at this meeting.
Mayoral Selection of Appointment to the Civil Service Commission
Iowa Code §400.1 requires publication of the name(s) of person(s) selected by the
Mayor for appointment to the Civil Service Commission no less than thirty days
prior to a vote by the city council. Vote on appointment to occur at the June 2,
2025, city council meeting.
Civil Service Commission
One, 4-Year term through April 6, 2029 (Expired term of White)
Applicant:
Miquel Jackson, 2827 Pennsylvania Ave.
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
wish to speak to is being considered.
1. Resolution Adopting the Cedar Cross Road Urban Revitalization Plan
Proof of publication on notice of public hearing to consider City Council adopt the
Resolution adopting the Cedar Cross Road Urban Revitalization Plan, and City
Manager recommending approval.
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RESOLUTION Approving The Urban Revitalization Plan For The Cedar Cross
Road Urban Revitalization Area
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
2. Resolution Approving a Development Agreement with 1301 Central, LLC
Proof of publication on notice of public hearing to consider City Council approval of
a Resolution approving a Development Agreement including the issuance of Urban
Renewal Tax Increment Revenue Grant Obligations (TIF), by and between the City
of Dubuque, Iowa and 1301 Central, LLC for the redevelopment of 1301 Central
Avenue, and City Manager recommending approval.
RESOLUTION Approving A Development Agreement By And Between The City Of
Dubuque, Iowa And 1301 Central, LLC, Including The Issuance Of Urban Renewal
Tax Increment Revenue Obligations
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
3. 2025 Pavement Marking Project Public Hearing
Proof of publication on notice of public hearing to consider City Council approve the
plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated cost of $229,200.00 for the
2025 Pavement Marking Project through the adoption of the attached resolution,
and City Manager recommending approval.
RESOLUTION Approval Of Plans, Specifications, Form Of Contract, And
Estimated Cost For The 2025 Pavement Marking Project
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
4. Fire Headquarters HVAC Replacement Project Public Hearing
Proof of publication on notice of public hearing to consider City Council approve the
plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimated cost of $650,000.00, for the
2025 Repair and Maintenance of the Fire Headquarters HVAC Replacement
Project through the adoption of the attached resolution, and City Manager
recommending approval.
RESOLUTION Approval Of Plans, Specifications, Form Of Contract, And
Estimated Cost For The Fire Headquarters HVAC Replacement Project
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
5. Proceedings to Hold Public Hearing for the Issuance of Not to Exceed
$761,000 Stormwater Revenue Loan and Disbursement Agreement –
Sponsorship Project Amendment 2024 Green Alley Project
Proof of Publication on notice of public hearing to consider City Council approval of
the suggested proceedings for a public hearing on the issuance of not to exceed
$761,000 Stormwater Revenue Loan and Disbursement Agreement – Sponsorship
Project Amendment Green Alley, and City Manager recommending approval.
RESOLUTION Taking additional action on proposal to enter into a Stormwater
Revenue Loan and Disbursement Agreement
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
6. Proceedings for Public Hearing for the Issuance of Not to Exceed $1,600,000
Stormwater Revenue Capital Loan Notes (State Revolving Loan Fund
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Program) Bee Branch Gate and Pump Project
Proof of publication on notice of public hearing to consider City Council approval of
the suggested proceedings for a public hearing on the issuance of not to exceed
$1,600,000 Stormwater Revenue Capital Loan Notes, State Revolving Loan Fund
Program, the proceeds of which will be used to fund the Bee Branch Gate and
Pump Project, and City Manager recommending approval.
RESOLUTION Taking additional action on proposal to enter into a Stormwater
Revenue Loan and Disbursement Agreement
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
7. Proceedings for Public Hearing for the Issuance of Not to Exceed $2,000,000
Water Revenue Capital Loan Notes (State Revolving Loan Fund Program)
Private Lead Service Line Replacement Pilot Program – Phase I
Proof of publication on notice of public hearing to consider City Council approval of
the suggested proceedings for a public hearing on the issuance of not to exceed
$2,000,000 Water Revenue Capital Loan Notes (State Revolving Loan Fund
Program) Private Lead Service Line Replacement Pilot Program – Phase I, and
CIty Manager recommending approval.
RESOLUTION Taking additional action on proposal to enter into a Water Revenue
Loan and Disbursement Agreement
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
These are items where discussion is held by the City Council - public comments
are not allowed except where authorized by the Mayor.
1. Park and Recreation Advisory Commission Recommendation on City Code
10-5B-4; Dogs and Cats
City Manager providing background information and documents provided to the
Park and Recreation Advisory Commission and related history regarding the City
Council’s request to the commission to review City Code section 10-5B-4: Dogs
and Cats.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Council
2. Resolutions of Support for Workforce Housing Tax Credit Applications for
Housing Developments
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City Manager recommending approval of the attached resolutions supporting the
applications from 440 W 3rd St, LLC and CCI5, LLC for Iowa Workforce Housing
Tax Credits for housing development in Dubuque.
RESOLUTION Supporting The Submission Of An Iowa Economic Development
Authority Application To The Workforce Housing Tax Credit Program By 440 W 3rd
St, LLC
RESOLUTION Supporting The Submission Of An Iowa Economic
DevelopmentAuthority Application To The Workforce Housing Tax Credit Program
By CCI5, LLC
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
3. Pet Licensing System Selection
City Manager recommending City Council approval to proceed with contract
discussions and execution with Docupet for the Pet Licensing System.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
4. Old Mill Road Lift Station and Force Main Project - Phase II Award
Construction Contract
City Manager recommending City Council award the construction contract for the
for the Old Mill Rd. Lift Station & Force Main Project – Phase II, through the
adoption of the enclosed resolution, to Top Grade Excavating, Inc. of Farley, Iowa,
in the amount of $11,779,540.65 which is 7.25% under the Engineer’s estimate of
$12,700,082.86.
RESOLUTION Awarding contract for the Old Mill Lift Station and Force Main
Project - Phase II
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
5. Old Mill Road Lift Station Phase 3 Sanitary Interceptor Project (Catfish Creek
Middle Fork); Consulting Engineering Services RFQ Authorization
City Manager recommending City Council approval to release a Request For
Qualifications (RFQ) to hire a consultant to assist with the development of the Old
Mill Road Lift Station Phase 3 Sanitary Interceptor Project (Catfish Creek Middle
Fork).
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
6. Old Mill Road Lift Station Phase 4 Sanitary Interceptor Project (Catfish Creek
South Fork); Consulting Engineering Services RFQ Authorization
City Manager recommending City Council approval to release a Request For
Qualifications (RFQ) to hire a consultant to assist with the development of the Old
Mill Road Lift Station Phase 4 Sanitary Interceptor Project (Catfish Creek South
Fork).
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
7. 2025 Iowa Law Enforcement Accreditation Program Award
City Manager providing information on the 2025 Iowa Law Enforcement
Accreditation Program Award.
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Chief of Police Jeremy Jensen will give a presentation.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Presentation
8. Mayor and City Council Compensation Task Force Recommendation
Mayor and City Council Compensation Task Force recommending a 6.3% increase
in compensation, which would set the annual salary at $15,732 for the Mayor and
$11,799 for City Council members, effective January 1, 2026.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Council
COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS
CLOSED SESSION
Confidential Records, Pending Litigation, and Purchase or Sale of Real Estate –
Chapter 21.5(1)(a),(c),(j) Code of Iowa
ADJOURNMENT
The agenda with supporting documents may be accessed at www.cityofdubuque.org or
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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