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CITY COUNCIL MEETING
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Masterpiece on the Mississippi August 4, 2025 at 6:30 PM
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REGULAR SESSION
6:30 PM
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
CONSENT ITEMS
1. Minutes and Reports Submitted
City Council Proceedings of July 21, 2025; Community Development Advisory
Commission of June 25, 2025; Historic Preservation Commission of June 17, 2025;
Housing Commission of April 1, 2025; Zoning Board of Adjustment of June 26,
2025.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File
2. Notice of Claims and Suits
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Toni Eckstein for property damage; Daniel Healy for vehicle damage; Harrison
Runde for property damage; Schumacher Pool and Spa LLC for vehicle damage;
Frank Washington 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: Toni
Eckstein for property damage, Carol Oberfoell for vehicle damage, Harrison Runde
for property damage; Frank Washington 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. Approval of 2024 City Council Official Proceedings
City Clerk recommending City Council approval of the 2024 City Council Official
Proceedings.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
6. Fiscal Year 2026 Contracted Services Agreements
City Manager recommending City Council approval of the Fiscal Year 2026
Contracted Services Agreements with Community Solutions of Eastern Iowa, Four
Mounds HEART, and Hawkeye Area Community Action Program, authorizing the
Mayor to execute the contracts on behalf of the City.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
7. Fiscal Year 2026 Purchase of Services Grant Recommendations &
Agreements
City Manager recommending City Council approve the Fiscal Year 2026 Purchase
of Services Grant funding recommendations as proposed by the Community
Development Advisory Commission (CDAC) for United Way Of Dubuque Area Tri-
States, Catholic Charities Of The Archdiocese Of Dubuque, Fountain Of Youth,
Presentation Lantern Center, Dubuque And Jackson County Habitat For Humanity,
and St. Mark Youth Enrichment and authorize the Mayor to execute the
agreements on behalf of the City.
RESOLUTION Authorizing Execution Of FY26 Purchase Of Services Grant
Agreement To United Way Of Dubuque Area Tri-States
RESOLUTION Authorizing Execution Of FY26 Purchase Of Services Grant
Agreement To Catholic Charities Of The Archdiocese Of Dubuque
RESOLUTION Authorizing Execution Of FY26 Purchase Of Services Grant
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Agreement To Fountain Of Youth
RESOLUTION Authorizing Execution Of FY26 Purchase Of Services Grant
Agreement To Presentation Lantern Center
RESOLUTION Authorizing Execution Of FY26 Purchase Of Services Grant
Agreement To Dubuque And Jackson County Habitat For Humanity
RESOLUTION Authorizing Execution Of FY26 Purchase Of Services Grant
Agreement To St. Mark Youth Enrichment
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
8. Request approval to hire a Lead Paint Healthy Homes Inspector (Limited
Term) for the 2024 Healthy Homes Production Grant
City Manager recommending City Council approval to hire a Lead Paint Healthy
Homes Inspector (Limited Term) to fill the required role in the 2024 Healthy Homes
Production (HHP) grant.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
9. Dubuque Police Auxiliary Contract
City Manager recommending City Council approve a one-year contract with the
Dubuque Police Auxiliary.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
10. Grant of Public Utility Easement from McGuire Property Acceptance
City Manager recommending acceptance of a Grant of Easement for Public Utilities
over Scott T. McGuire, as Trustee of the Scott T. McGuire Trust Agreement dated
October 21, 2015; and Emily May McGuire, as Trustee of the Emily May McGuire
Trust Agreement dated October 21, 2015, Property at 1195 Arrowhead Drive, in
Dubuque, Iowa
RESOLUTION Accepting a Grant of Easement for Public Utilities Through, Over
and Across Part of Lot 2-2-1-2-2-1 Of Faldorf's Place, in the City of Dubuque, Iowa
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
11. Broadway Sanitary Sewer Improvements Project Acceptance
City Manager recommending City Council accept the improvements and authorize
the payment of the final contract to Tschiggfrie Excavating for the Broadway
Sanitary Improvements Project
RESOLUTION Accepting the Broadway Sanitary Improvements Project and
Authorizing Final Payment to the Contractor
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
12. 2025 Maintenance Dredging Project - Award Public Improvement Contract
City Manager recommending City Council award the Public Improvement
Construction Contract for the 2025 Maintenance Dredging Project to Newt Marine
Service in the base bid amount of $211,455.50 and concurrence in selecting both
Alternate No. 1 and Alternate No. 2 in the amount of $26,930.00 for a total contract
award of $238,385.50, through adoption of the attached resolution, subject to the
concurrence of the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and United
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States Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS).
RESOLUTION Awarding Public Improvement Construction Contract for the 2025
Maintenance Dredging Project
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
13. Signed Contract(s)
Graymont Western Lime for the Eagle Point Water Plant High Calcium Quicklime.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File
14. Contracted Services Agreement — Crescent Community Health Center
City Manager recommending City Council approve the Contracted Services
Agreement with Crescent Community Health Center for Fiscal Year 2026 and
authorize the Mayor to execute the contract on behalf of the City.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
15. FY26 Update to Dubuque County Resource Enhancement and Protection
Program (REAP) 5-Year Plan
City Manager recommending City Council approval of the City of Dubuque's FY
2026 update to the Dubuque County 5-Year Resource Enhancement and
Protection Program (REAP) Plan.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
ITEMS SET FOR PUBLIC HEARING
These agenda items are being scheduled for a future public hearing on the date
indicated.
1. Water System Improvements 2024 North English Road Water Main Extension
Project - Adjusted Public Hearing Date
City Manager recommending City Council adopt the resolution approving the plans,
specifications, form of contract, and estimated cost for the Water System
Improvements — 2024 North English Road Water Main Extension project and
reschedule the public hearing from July 21, 2025, to August 18, 2025, and hold the
public hearing on the newly scheduled date.
RESOLUTION To provide for a notice of hearing on proposed plans, specifications,
form of contract and estimate of cost for the North English Road Water Main
Extension Project, and the taking of bids therefor
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s), Set Public
Hearing for August 18, 2025
2. Resolution of Necessity for the Amendment of the Dubuque Industrial Center
Economic Development District Urban Renewal Plan, Version 2025.3
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 2025.3 for the Dubuque Industrial Center Economic
Development District ("District") is both necessary and appropriate; and 2) sets a
public hearing on the proposed amendment for September 2, 2025.
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RESOLUTION Authorizing And Directing The City Manager To Prepare An
Amended And Restated Urban Renewal Plan Version 2025.3 For The Dubuque
Industrial Center Economic Development District, Setting A Date For The Public
Hearing, And Directing The Consultation Process On The Proposed Amended And
Restated Urban Renewal Plan Version 2025.3 For Said District
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s), Set Public
Hearing for September 2, 2025
3. Resolution of Necessity for the Amendment of the Dubuque Industrial Center
Economic Development District Urban Renewal Plan, Version 2025.4
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 2025.4 for the Dubuque Industrial Center Economic
Development District ("District") is both necessary and appropriate; and 2) sets a
public hearing on the proposed amendment for September 2, 2025.
RESOLUTION Authorizing And Directing The City Manager To Prepare An
Amended And Restated Urban Renewal Plan Version 2025.4 For The Dubuque
Industrial Center Economic Development District, Setting A Date For The Public
Hearing, And Directing The Consultation Process On The Proposed Amended And
Restated Urban Renewal Plan Version 2025.4 For Said District
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s), Set Public
Hearing for September 2, 2025
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.
Building Code Advisory and Appeal Board
One, 3-Year term through January 1, 2027 (Vacant Multidisciplinary
Representative term of Cooley)
Applicant:
Nathan Wardle, 2725 Pleasant View Dr.
Civil Service Commission
Iowa Code §400.1 requires publication of the name(s) of person(s) selected for
appointment by the mayor to the Civil Service Commission no less than thirty (30)
days prior to a vote by the city council. Mayoral selection of appointments to occur
at the August 18, 2025, city council meeting with the vote on appointments to occur
at the October 6, 2025, city council meeting.
Two, 4-Year Terms through April 6, 2027 (Newly added seats, per Senate File 311,
effective 8-16-25)
Applicants:
Julie Bockenstedt, 2475 Cherry St.
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Otto Krueger, 2521 Wheatland Dr.
Barbara Liskey, 2763 Lamotte Dr.
Randall Ludwitz, 867 Barbaralee
Brian Neises, 1841 Phyllrich Dr.
Darcy VanOstrand, 1222 Lincoln Ave
Housing Commission
Two, 3-Year Terms through August 17, 2028
Merfeld)
Applicants:
Rick Baumhover, 601 Garfield Ave.
Rick Merfeld, 2718 Andrew Ct.
(Expiring terms of Baumhover and
2. Boards and Commission Appointments
Appointments to the following commissions to be made at this meeting.
Transit Advisory Board
One, 3-Year term through July 30, 2027 (Vacant term of Esser)
Applicant:
Katie Bailey, 1085 West 5th 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
wish to speak to is being considered.
1. Auburn -Custer Utility and Roadway Reconstruction Project
Proof of Publication on notice of public hearing to consider City Council approve
the plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated cost of $1,617,162.80 for
the Auburn -Custer Utility and Roadway Reconstruction Project through the
adoption of the attached resolution, and City Manager recommending approval.
RESOLUTION Auburn -Custer Utility and Roadway Reconstruction Project -
Approval of Plans, Specifications, Form of Contract, and Estimated Cost
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
2. North Schmitt Island Collection System Project — Contract #1 Contracting
Services Public Hearing
Proof of Publication on notice of public hearing to consider City Council approve
the plans, specifications, form of contract and construction estimate of $200,000.00
for the North Schmitt Island Collection System Project — Contract #1, and City
Manager recommending approval.
RESOLUTION North Schmitt Island Collection System Project — Contract #1:
Approval Of Plans, Specifications, Form Of Contract, And Estimated Cost
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
3. Approving the Lease Agreement Between The City of Dubuque and The
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LAMAR Companies
Proof of Publication on notice of public hearing to consider the Lease Agreement
by and between the City of Dubuque and The LAMAR Companies for a billboard
located at the north edge of the city -owned parking lot at 8th and White Street and
City Manager recommending approval.
RESOLUTION Approving The Lease Agreement by and Between the City of
Dubuque and the LAMAR Companies for Real Property Located on White Street
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
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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. Rebid 2025 Repair and Maintenance of the Iowa Street Parking Garage -
Recommendation of Award to Keeley Restoration Services, LLC.
City Manager recommending City Council authorize awarding the construction
contract for the 2025 Repair and Maintenance of the Iowa Street Parking Garage,
to Keeley Restoration Services, LLC. of St. Louis, Missouri in the amount of
$3,405,758.00 plus alternatives in the amount of $605,172.50.
RESOLUTION Awarding Public Improvement Construction Contract For The 2025
Repair And Maintenance Of The Iowa Street Parking Garage
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
2. FY2026 Police Supervisor Wage Compression
City Manager recommending a pay increase for non -bargaining Police Command
Staff to avoid wage compression between bargaining unit positions and non -
bargaining Command Staff.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
3. 2027 and 2028 Engine Contracts
City Manager recommending City Council approval for the pre -payment purchase
for the two fire department engines in FY2026 for an estimated delivery of August -
December 2027 (FY 2028).
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
4. Central Avenue and White Street Corridor Design Phase 1; Consulting
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Engineering Services RFQ Authorization
City Manager recommending City Council authorization to release a request for
qualifications (RFQ) to hire a consultant to assist with the design of Central Avenue
and White Street Corridor Design Phase 1.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
5. Old Mill Road Lift Station Phase 3 Sanitary Interceptor Project (Catfish Creek
Middle Fork) Consulting Engineering Services RFQ Award
City Manager recommending City Council authorization to negotiate and execute a
contract with HDR Engineering for engineering services for the design 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 Award
City Manager recommending City Council authorization to negotiate and execute a
contract with Foth Infrastructure & Environment for engineering services for the
design of the Old Mill Road Lift Station Phase 4 Sanitary Interceptor Project
(Catfish Creek South Fork). The specific scope of services will be negotiated.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
7. Track Line Sanitary Sewer Reconstruction Project Consulting Engineering
Services RFQ Authorization
City Manager recommending City Council approval to release an RFQ to hire a
consultant to assist with the development of the Track Line Sanitary Sewer
Reconstruction Project.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
8. Request Additional FTE for Field Engineering Technician I or II (Engineering
Water Resources Team)
City Manager recommending the authorization of an additional full time employee
(FTE) for a Field Engineering Technician I (NB10) or II (NB11) for the Engineering
Water Resource Team within the Engineering Department using budgeted CIP
funds from several significant, multi -year projects: Old Mill Road Lift Station
Projects: Phase I — Lift Station Site; Phase II — Fore Main; and Catfish Creek
Sanitary Sewer Interceptor Projects: South Fork — Phase 4; and Middle Fork —
Phase 3.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
9. Approval of Five Flags Civic Center Management Agreement Amendment #1
City Manager recommending City Council approval of the Five Flags Civic Center
Management Agreement Amendment #1.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
10. Work Session Request: Unified Development Code Update: Technical Review
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Report
City Manager requesting the City Council schedule a work session on Wednesday,
August 27, 2025 at 6.30 p.m. for a presentation of the Unified Development Code
Technical Review Report.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Council
11. Work Session Request: Report on Development and Outcomes of Serve
Dubuque Program
City Manager requesting the City Council schedule a work session on Monday,
September 15, 2025, at 5.15 p.m. to provide information about the development
and outcomes of the Serve Dubuque Program.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Council
12. Work Session Request: Imagine Dubuque Update
City Manager requesting the City Council schedule a work session on Monday,
September 15, 2025, at 5:45 p.m. to present an update on the Imagine Dubuque
2037: A Call to Action Comprehensive Plan.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Council
13. City of Dubuque Data Center and Information Technology Department
Ribbon -Cutting Video
A highlight video of the ribbon -cutting to celebrate the completion the City of
Dubuque Data Center and IT Department offices at the Bright Minds campus at
7850 Chavenelle Dr. will be shown. It can also be viewed on the City's YouTube
channel at https://youtu.be/7LXcNkg5gwl
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Video
COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS
CLOSED SESSION
Pending Litigation and Purchase or Sale of Real Estate — Chapter 21.5(1)(c),U)
Code of Iowa
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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.
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Office at ctyclerk _cityofdubugue.org or by mail to 50 W. 13th St., Dubuque, IA 52001,
before said time of meeting.
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