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11 18 24 City Council Proceedings Official Special and Regular1 CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS SPECIAL SESSION OFFICIAL The Dubuque City Council met in special session at 5:15 p.m. on November 18, 2024, in the second-floor Council Chambers of the Historic Federal Building, 350 W. 6th Street. Present: Mayor Cavanagh; Council Members Farber, Jones, Resnick, Roussell, Sprank, Wethal; City Manager Van Milligen, City Attorney Brumwell. Mayor Cavanagh read the call and stated this is a special session of the City Council called for the purpose of conducting a work session on the Office of Community Impact and the Equitable Fine and Fee Service Program. WORK SESSION Introduction to the Office of Community Impact and Review of the Equitable Fine and Fee Service Program Community Impact Director Antonio Mouzon; AmeriCorps Program Director Sarah Berna; Multicultural Family Center Director LaMetra Murdock; Community Service and Outreach Coordinator Brittney Hayes; and Community Diversion and Prevention Coordi- nator Miranda Onofre presented on the newly established Office of Community Impact and provided an update on the equitable fines and fees service program. In response to questions, Mouzon shared that the department will provide the next update on the pro- gram's implementation during its fiscal year 2026 budget presentation. He also noted that the department is collaborating with non-profits to offer diverse opportunities for program participants and plans to engage directly with neighborhoods for outreach. City Council Members voiced their support for the program and the targeted outreach to the census tract most affected by fines and fees. Mayor Cavanagh recommended that any remaining questions be emailed to Van Milligen due to time limitations. There being no further business, Mayor Cavanagh declared the meeting adjourned at 6:28 p.m. /s/Adrienne N. Breitfelder, CMC, City Clerk 2 CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS REGULAR SESSION OFFICIAL The Dubuque City Council met in regular session at 6:30 p.m. on November 18, 2024, in the second-floor Council Chambers of the Historic Federal Building, 350 W. 6th Street. Present: Mayor Cavanagh; Council Members Farber, Jones, Resnick, Roussell, Sprank, Wethal; City Manager Van Milligen, City Attorney Brumwell. Mayor Cavanagh read the call and stated this is a regular session of the City Council called for the purpose of conducting such business that may properly come before the City Council. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE PROCLAMATIONS 1. The 35th Anniversary of The Dubuque Branch Of The NAACP (2024) was accepted by RRS Stewart On behalf of the Dubuque Branch of the NAACP. 2. Small Business Saturday (November 30, 2024) was accepted by Mayor Cavanagh on behalf of the Small Business Saturday Coalition and the Dubuque Area Chamber of Commerce. Justine Paradiso, of the Dubuque Area Chamber of Commerce, attended virtually, but was unable to accept due to technical difficulties. Paradiso provided com- ments in the GoToMeeting chat that were read by Breitfelder. CONSENT ITEMS Mayor Cavanagh requested Item No. 11 be held for separate discussion. Motion by Resnick to receive and file the documents, adopt the resolutions, and dispose of as indi- cated, except for No. 11. Seconded by Farber. Motion carried 7-0. 1. Minutes and Reports Submitted: City Council Proceedings of September 30, Octo- ber 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. Upon motion the documents were received and filed. 2. Notice of Claims and Suits: Halanier Holmes for vehicle damage; Jamie Joe Doyle for vehicle damage; Keon Killins for vehicle damage . Upon motion the documents were received, filed, and referred to the City Attorney. 3. Disposition of Claims: City Attorney advised that the following claims have been referred to Public Entity Risk Services of Iowa, the agent for the Iowa Communities 3 Assurance Pool: Halanier Holmes for vehicle damage. Upon motion the documents were received, filed, and concurred. 4. Approval of City Expenditures: Upon motion the documents were received and filed, and Resolution No. 363-24 Authorizing the Chief Financial Officer/City Treasurer to make certain payments of bills that must be paid and approved for payment in accordance with City procedures was adopted. RESOLUTION NO. 363-24 AUTHORIZING THE CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER / CITY TREASURER TO MAKE CERTAIN PAYMENTS OF BILLS THAT MUST BE PAID AND APPROVED FOR PAY- MENT IN ACCORDANCE WITH CITY PROCEDURES Whereas, Section 1-7-7(E) of the Municipal Code of the City of Dubuque provides that the Finance Director-City Treasurer shall keep an accurate account of all disbursements, money, or property, specifying date, to whom, and from what fund paid; and Whereas, the invoices, presented by those firms and persons providing such goods and services have been pre-audited by Finance Department personnel in accordance with generally accepted internal control procedures and have been determined to have been requisitioned for a lawful municipal purpose; and Whereas, the Chief Financial Officer-City Treasurer has provided a list of Expenditures attached hereto, and by this reference made a part hereof, to be drawn to pay for goods and services provided for City purposes; and Whereas, the City Council of the City of Dubuque has heretofore, by Resolution 142 - 18 adopted May 7, 2018, authorized the Chief Financial Officer -City Treasurer to issue checks in payment of certain expenditures known as Exception Expenditures prior to Cit y Council approval and such list is attached hereto. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA THAT: Section 1. The Chief Financial Officer-City Treasurer is hereby authorized to issue payment for goods and services provided for City purposes in response to the purchase orders and contracts issued in compliance with state and municipal code requirements as requested by designated requisitioning authorities in accordance with approved budget appropriations. Section 2. In accordance with Iowa Code Section 372.13(6), the City Clerk and Chief Financial Officer are hereby authorized and directed to provide the statement of receipts and disbursements to the City Council, and to publish a summary thereof. Passed, approved, and adopted this 18th day of November 2024. Brad M. Cavanagh, Mayor Attest: Adrienne N. Breitfelder, City Clerk 5. Audit Services Recommendation: City Manager recommended 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 Man- ager to sign the audit service agreement. Upon motion the documents were received, filed, and approved. 4 6. Fiscal Year 2024 State Urban Renewal Report: Upon motion the documents were received and filed, and Resolution No. 364-24 Approving the Fiscal Year 2024 Urban Renewal Report for The City of Dubuque was adopted. RESOLUTION NO. 364-24 APPROVING THE FISCAL YEAR 2024 URBAN RENEWAL REPORT FOR THE CITY OF DUBUQUE Whereas, the Iowa Legislature approved HF 2460 in the 2012 Legislative Session, amending the current law pertaining to urban renewal districts; and Whereas, HF 2460, otherwise known as the Urban Renewal Reporting Act of 2012, aims to increase transparency in the utilization of tax increment financing; and Whereas, HF 2460 requires an annual urban renewal report be approved by the ma- jority of a local governing body that had an active urban renewal plan anytime during the most recently ended fiscal year; and Whereas, City staff have fulfilled the requirements outlined in the Act through a web - based reporting tool hosted by the Iowa Department of Management. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA: Section 1. That the Fiscal Year 2024 Urban Renewal Report for the City of Dubuque, be approved. Section 2. That the Chief Financial Officer of the City of Dubuque, Iowa is hereby au- thorized and directed to submit the Report, with a record of this approval, to the Iowa Department of Management. Passed, approved and adopted this 18th day of November 2024. Brad M. Cavanagh, Mayor Attest: Adrienne Breitfelder, City Clerk 7. Fiscal Year 2024 State of Iowa Annual Financial Report : Upon motion the docu- ments were received, filed, and approved. 8. Fiscal Year 2026 Annual Tax Increment Financing Report: Upon motion the docu- ments were received and filed. 9. Kohl's Department Store, Inc. 2023 & 2024 Property Tax Appeal Stipulation of Set- tlement Notice: Senior Counsel transmitted 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. Upon motion the documents were received and filed. 10. Sublease by Dubuque Racing Association (DRA): Upon motion the documents were received and filed, and Resolution No. 365-24 Consenting to The Sublease Between the Dubuque Racing Association Ltd. And Pinseekers Dubuque Re, LLC, And Pinseekers Dubuque Operations, LLC was adopted. RESOLUTION NO. 365-24 5 CONSENTING TO THE SUBLEASE BETWEEN THE DUBUQUE RACING ASSOCIA- TION LTD. AND PINSEEKERS DUBUQUE RE, LLC, AND PINSEEKERS DUBUQUE OPERATIONS, LLC. Whereas, the City has leases with the Dubuque Racing Association Ltd.; and Whereas, the Dubuque Racing Association Ltd. seeks the City’s consent to a sublease between the Dubuque Racing Association Ltd. and Pinseekers Dubuque RE, LLC, and Pinseekers Dubuque Operations, LLC. for the construction and operation of a 30,000 square foot, multi-level family entertainment facility including a driving range with smart targets, a putting course, an event room and VIP area, and food and beverage offerings; and Whereas, the leases require the City’s consent to any sublease by the Dubuque Rac- ing Association Ltd.; and Whereas, the City Council of the City of Dubuque finds that the City should consent to the sublease. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA, AS FOLLOWS: 1. The City of Dubuque hereby consents to the sublease between the Dubuque Racing Association Ltd. and Pinseekers Dubuque RE, LLC, and Pinseekers Dubuque Opera- tions, LLC. Passed, approved, and adopted this 18th day of November 2024. Brad M. Cavanagh, Mayor Attest: Adrienne N. Breitfelder, City Clerk 11. Contracted Services Agreement - Crescent Community Health Center: Motion by Jones to receive and file the documents and approve the agreement. Seconded by Wethal. Mayor Cavanagh announced that he would abstain from the vote due to his wife’s employment at the center. Mayor Pro Tem Farber called the vote. Motion carried 6-0 with abstention from Cavanagh. 12. Intent to Apply for National Environmental Health Administration – Food and Drug Administration 2025 Track 3 Maintenance and Advancement Base Grant : Upon motion the documents were received, filed, and approved. 13. Proposed Conduit Licensing Authority for Iowa Power & Light/Alliant Energy : City Manager recommended approval to amend the existing Master Co-Location 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. Upon motion the documents were received, filed, and approved. 14. Acceptance 2024 ADA Sidewalk Curb Ramp Project One : Upon motion the docu- ments were received and filed, and Resolution No. 366-24 Accepting The 2024 ADA Sidewalk Curb Ramp Project One and Authorizing Final Payment to The Contractor was adopted. RESOLUTION NO. 366-24 6 ACCEPTING THE 2024 ADA SIDEWALK CURB RAMP PROJECT ONE AND AU- THORIZING FINAL PAYMENT TO THE CONTRACTOR Whereas, the Public Improvement Contract for the 2024 ADA Sidewalk Curb Ramp Project One (the Project) has been completed by the contractor, Midwest Concrete (Con- tractor), and the City Engineer has examined the work and recommends that the Project be accepted; and Whereas, the final contract amount for the Project is $97,023.35; and Whereas, the Contractor has previously been paid $92,172.18, leaving a balance of $4,851.17; and Whereas, the City Council finds that the recommendation of the City Engineer should be accepted. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA: Section 1. The recommendation of the City Engineer is approved, and the Project is hereby accepted. Section 2. The Director of Finance and Budget is hereby directed to pay the balance of the retainage of $4,851.17 as provided in Iowa Code chapter 573, and to pay such retainage in accordance with the provisions of Iowa Code chapter 573 or Iowa chapter 26.13. Passed, approved and adopted this 18th day of November 2024. Brad M. Cavanagh, Mayor Attest: Adrienne N. Breitfelder, City Clerk 15. Acceptance 2024 ADA Sidewalk Curb Ramp Project Two - Project 5421000002: Upon motion the documents were received and filed, and Resolution No. 367 -24 Accept- ing The 2024 ADA Sidewalk Curb Ramp Project Two and Authorizing Final Payment to The Contractor was adopted. RESOLUTION NO. 367-24 ACCEPTING THE 2024 ADA SIDEWALK CURB RAMP PROJECT TWO AND AU- THORIZING FINAL PAYMENT TO THE CONTRACTOR Whereas, the Public Improvement Contract for the 2024 ADA Sidewalk Curb Ramp Project Two (the Project) has been completed by the contractor, Midwest Concrete (Con- tractor), and the City Engineer has examined the work and recommends that the Project be accepted; and Whereas, the final contract amount for the Project is $156,388.18; and Whereas, the Contractor has previously been paid $148,568.77, leaving a balance of $7,819.41; and Whereas, the City Council finds that the recommendation of the City Engineer should be accepted. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA: Section 1. The recommendation of the City Engineer is approved, and the Project is hereby accepted. Section 2. The Director of Finance and Budget is hereby directed to pay the balance of the retainage of $7,819.41 as provided in Iowa Code chapter 573, and to pay such 7 retainage in accordance with the provisions of Iowa Code chapter 573 or Iowa chapter 26.13. Passed, approved and adopted this 18th day of November 2024. Brad M. Cavanagh, Mayor Attest: Adrienne N. Breitfelder, City Clerk 16. Acceptance 2024 ADA Sidewalk Curb Ramp Project Three: Upon motion the doc- uments were received and filed, and Resolution No. 368-24 Accepting The 2024 Ada Sidewalk Curb Ramp Project No. 3 And Authorizing Final Payment to The Contractor was adopted. RESOLUTION NO. 368-24 ACCEPTING THE 2024 ADA SIDEWALK CURB RAMP PROJECT No. 3 AND AU- THORIZING FINAL PAYMENT TO THE CONTRACTOR Whereas, the Public Improvement Construction Contract for the 2024 ADA Sidewalk Curb Ramp Project No. 3 (the Project) has been completed by the contractor, Valentine Construction Co., LLC (Contractor), and the City Engineer has examined the work and recommends that the Project be accepted; and Whereas, the final contract amount for the Project is $212,562.24; and Whereas, the Contractor has previously been paid $190,568.52, leaving a balance of $21,993.72; and Whereas, the City Council finds that the recommendation of the City Engineer should be accepted. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA: Section 1. The recommendation of the City Engineer is approved and the Project is hereby accepted. Section 2. The Director of Finance and Budget is hereby directed to pay the balance of the retainage of $21,993.72 as provided in Iowa Code chapter 573, and to pay such retainage in accordance with the provisions of Iowa Code chapter 573 or Iowa chapter 26.13. Passed, approved and adopted this 18th day of November 2024. Brad M. Cavanagh, Mayor Attest: Adrienne N. Breitfelder, City Clerk 17. Acceptance 2024 ADA Sidewalk Curb Ramp Project Four: Upon motion the docu- ments were received and filed, and Resolution No. 369-24 Accepting The 2024 ADA Sidewalk Curb Ramp Project No. 4 And Authorizing Final Payment to The Contractor was adopted. RESOLUTION NO. 369-24 ACCEPTING THE 2024 ADA SIDEWALK CURB RAMP PROJECT NO. 4 AND AU- THORIZING FINAL PAYMENT TO THE CONTRACTOR Whereas, the Public Improvement Contract for the 2024 ADA Sidewalk Curb Ramp Project No. 4 (the Project) has been completed by the contractor, Drew Cook and Sons 8 Excavating, Co. (Contractor), and the City Engineer has examined the work and recom- mends that the Project be accepted; and Whereas, the final contract amount for the Project is $102,140.14; and Whereas, the Contractor has previously been paid $93,205.44, leaving a balance of $8,934.70; and Whereas, the City Council finds that the recommendation of the City Engineer should be accepted. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA: Section 1. The recommendation of the City Engineer is approved, and the Project is hereby accepted. Section 2. The Director of Finance and Budget is hereby directed to pay the balance of the retainage of $8,934.70 as provided in Iowa Code chapter 573, and to pay such retainage in accordance with the provisions of Iowa Code chapter 573 or Iowa chapter 26.13. Passed, approved and adopted this 18th day of November 2024. Brad M. Cavanagh, Mayor Attest: Adrienne N. Breitfelder, City Clerk 18. Acceptance 2024 Airport ADA Ramp Replacement Project: Upon motion the doc- uments were received and filed, and Resolution No. 370 -24 Accepting The 2024 Airport ADA Ramp Replacement Project and Authorizing Final Payment to The Contractor was adopted. RESOLUTION NO. 370-24 ACCEPTING THE 2024 AIRPORT ADA RAMP REPLACEMENT PROJECT AND AU- THORIZING FINAL PAYMENT TO THE CONTRACTOR Whereas, the Public Improvement Contract for the 2024 Airport ADA Ramp Replace- ment Project (the Project) has been completed by the contractor, Midwest Concrete (Con- tractor), and the City Engineer has examined the work and recommends that the Project be accepted; and Whereas, the final contract amount for the Project is $63,976.29; and Whereas, the Contractor has previously been paid $60,777.48, leaving a balance of $3,198.81; and Whereas, the City Council finds that the recommendation of the City Engineer should be accepted. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA: Section 1. The recommendation of the City Engineer is approved, and the Project is hereby accepted. Section 2. The Director of Finance and Budget is hereby directed to pay the balance of the retainage of $3,198.81 as provided in Iowa Code chapter 573, and to pay such retainage in accordance with the provisions of Iowa Code chapter 573 or Iowa chapter 26.13. Passed, approved and adopted this 18th day of November 2024. Brad M. Cavanagh, Mayor 9 Attest: Adrienne N. Breitfelder, City Clerk 19. Acceptance Bunker Hill Golf Course Sinkhole Remediation Project: Upon motion the documents were received and filed, and Resolution No. 371 -24 Accepting the Bunker Hill Golf Course Sinkhole Remediation Project and Authorizing Final Payment to The Contractor was adopted. RESOLUTION NO. 371-24 ACCEPTING THE BUNKER HILL GOLF COURSE SINKHOLE REMEDIATION PRO- JECT AND AUTHORIZING FINAL PAYMENT TO THE CONTRACTOR Whereas, the Public Improvement Contract for the Bunker Hill Golf Course Sinkhole Remediation Project (the Project) has been completed by the contractor, Valentine Con- struction Co. (Contractor), and the City Engineer has examined the work and recom- mends that the Project be accepted; and Whereas, the final contract amount for the Project is $29,775.63; and Whereas, the Contractor has previously been paid $28,286.85, leaving a balance of $1,488.78; and Whereas, the City Council finds that the recommendation of the City Engineer should be accepted. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA: Section 1. The recommendation of the City Engineer is approved, and the Project is hereby accepted. Section 2. The Director of Finance and Budget is hereby directed to pay the balance of the retainage of $1,488.78 as provided in Iowa Code chapter 573, and to pay such retainage in accordance with the provisions of Iowa Code chapter 573 or Iowa chapter 26.13. Passed, approved and adopted this 18th day of November 2024. Brad M. Cavanagh, Mayor Attest: Adrienne N. Breitfelder, City Clerk 20. Maturity Extensions of Water Revenue Capital Loan Notes (Interim Financing) State Revolving Fund Planning and Design Loans : Upon motion the documents were received and filed, and Resolution No. 372-24 Extending the maturity date of the City’s Water Revenue Capital Loan Note Anticipation Project Note R-1, Series 2022 was adopted. RESOLUTION NO. 372-24 EXTENDING THE MATURITY DATE OF THE CITY’S WATER REVENUE CAPITAL LOAN NOTE ANTICIPATION PROJECT NOTE R-1, SERIES 2022 Whereas, the City Council of the City of Dubuque, Iowa (the “City”), has previously authorized the issuance of its Water Revenue Capital Loan Note Anticipation Project Note R-1, Series 2022, in a principal amount not to exceed $1,570,000 (the “Project Note”) to the Iowa Finance Authority, as lender (the “Lender”), for the purpose of paying the cost, to that extent, of planning and designing improvements and extensions to the Municipal Waterworks Utility System (the “Utility”) of the City; and 10 Whereas, the City intended to refund the Project Note by its scheduled maturity date on January 7, 2025, through the issuance of bonds or notes, but refunding proceeds will not yet available to the City; and Whereas, the Lender has agreed to extend the maturity date of the Project Note to January 7, 2028, on the terms hereinafter set out . NOW, THEREFORE, Be It Resolved by the City Council of the City of Dubuque, Iowa, as follows: Section 1. The maturity date of the Project Note is hereby extended to January 7, 2028, and the Project Note shall continue to bear interest at the rate of 0% per annum from the date hereof to its maturity. Section 2. The City Council hereby reserves the right to prepay principal of the Project Note in whole or in part at any time prior to the maturity thereof with accrued interest to the date of such payment. Section 3. The Mayor and City Clerk are hereby authorized and directed to enter into whatever legal documents are required by the Lender to effectuate the provisions of this resolution. Section 4. All resolutions or parts of resolutions in conflict herewith be and the same are hereby repealed, to the extent of such conflict. Passed, approved and adopted this 18th day of November 2024. Brad M. Cavanagh, Mayor Attest: Adrienne N. Breitfelder, City Clerk 21. Progress Update: 3000 Jackson Street, Dubuque Brewing and Malting Building : Upon motion the documents were received and filed. 22. Adoption of Supplement Numbers 2024 S -13 and S-14: Upon motion the docu- ments were received and filed, and Resolution No. 373-24 Adopting Supplement Nos. 2024 S-13 And S-14 To The Code Of Ordinances Of The City Of Dubuque, Iowa was adopted. RESOLUTION NO. 373-24 ADOPTING SUPPLEMENT NOS. 2024 S-13 AND S-14 TO THE CODE OF ORDI- NANCES OF THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA Whereas, under date of August 17, 2009, the City Council, pursuant to Ordinance No. 43-09, readopted the Code of Ordinances of the City of Dubuque, Iowa in its entirety; and Whereas, since August 17, 2009, the City of Dubuque, Iowa has compiled supplements to the Code of Ordinances consisting of all new ordinances and amendments to ordi- nances; and Whereas, Section 380.8 of the Code of Iowa provides that supplements, adopted by resolution, become part of the Code of Ordinances; and Whereas, Code Supplements are prepared by the American Legal Publishing of Cin- cinnati, Ohio and filed in the Office of the City Clerk of the City of Dubuque, Iowa; and Whereas, Supplement No. S-13 was inadvertently omitted from adoption at the time of its publication and is now being submitted together with Supplement No. S-14; and 11 Whereas, Supplement No. S-14 contains an incorrect date in the published version of the preface that has been corrected on the City Code of Ordinances website and will be corrected in the next printed supplement. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA: Section 1. That Supplement Nos. 2024 S-13 and S-14 to the City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances, which codifies all ordinances through 57-24 as approved by the City Council through September 16, 2024, is hereby adopted, and becomes part of the Code of Ordi- nances of the City of Dubuque, Iowa. Passed, approved, and adopted this 18th day of November 2024. Brad M. Cavanagh, Mayor Attest: Adrienne N. Breitfelder, City Clerk 23. Signed Contract(s): Origin Design Co. for the Dubuque Well Fields Fiber 408 Per- mitting. Upon motion the documents were received and filed. 24. Tobacco Permit Refund Request - United Cigar and Tobacco: Upon motion the documents were received, filed, and approved. 25. Approval of Retail Alcohol Licenses: Upon motion the documents were received and filed, and Resolution No. 374-24 Approving applications for retail alcohol licenses, as required by City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances Title 4 Business and License Regula- tions, Chapter 2 Liquor Control, Article B Liquor, Beer and Wine Licenses and Permits was adopted. RESOLUTION NO. 374-24 APPROVING APPLICATIONS FOR RETAIL ALCOHOL LICENSES, AS REQUIRED BY CITY OF DUBUQUE CODE OF ORDINANCES TITLE 4 BUSINESS AND LICENSE REGULATIONS, CHAPTER 2 LIQUOR CONTROL, ARTICLE B LIQUOR, BEER AND WINE LICENSES AND PERMITS Whereas, applications for retail alcohol licenses have been submitted and filed with the City Council for approval, and the same have been examined, provisionally approved, and/or approved; and Whereas, the premises to be occupied by such applicants were inspected and found to comply with the Ordinances of the City, and the applicants have filed the proper fees and bonds and otherwise complied with the requirements of the Code of Ordinances. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA THAT: Section 1. The City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to cause to be issued at the noted premise address to the following applicants pending submission of the locally required documentation: New Applications Swagat Indian Cuisine 1108 Locust St. Roux and Lucia 620 South Grandview Ave. Renewals 12 Big 10 Mart 10 1875 John F. Kennedy Rd. Blend Business Dining 700 Locust St. Grand Harbor Resort & Water Park 350 Bell St. Happy's Place 2323 Rockdale Rd. Hotel Julien Dubuque 200 Main St. Kwik Stop 300 1215 East 16th St. Pepper Sprout, Inc. 378 Main St. Your Pie 806 Wacker Dr Suite 100 Special Event(s) per Special Event Application Submittal, Wicked River - Merry Millwork Market 12-5-24 to 10-9-24 Caradco Courtyard and 10th St., between Jackson and Washington Sts. Passed, approved, and adopted this 18th day of November 2024. Brad M. Cavanagh, Mayor Attest: Adrienne N. Breitfelder, City Clerk ITEMS SET FOR PUBLIC HEARING Motion by Roussell to receive and file the documents, adopt the resolutions, and set the public hearings as indicated. Seconded by Sprank. Motion carried 7 -0. 1. Resolution Setting Public Hearing on a Proposed Development Agreement with Mil- ler Companies, LLC: Upon motion the documents were received and filed and Resolution No. 375-24 Fixing The Date For A Public Hearing Of The City Council Of The City Of Dubuque, Iowa On A Development Agreement By And Between The City Of Dubuque, Iowa And Miller Companies, LLC, Including The Proposed Issuance Of Urban Renewal Tax Increment Revenue Obligations Relating Thereto, And Providing For The Publication Of Notice Thereof was adopted setting a public hearing for a meeting to commence at 6:30 p.m. on December 2, 2024 in the Historic Federal Building. RESOLUTION NO. 375-24 FIXING THE DATE FOR A PUBLIC HEARING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA ON A DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA AND MILLER COMPANIES, LLC, INCLUDING THE PRO- POSED ISSUANCE OF URBAN RENEWAL TAX INCREMENT REVENUE OBLIGA- TIONS RELATING THERETO, AND PROVIDING FOR THE PUBLICATION OF NOTICE THEREOF Whereas, City and Miller Companies, LLC have tentatively entered into a Development Agreement, subject to the approval of the City Council, a copy of which is now on file at the Office of the City clerk, City Hall, 50 W 13th Street, Dubuque, Iowa for the d evelop- ment of property located at 744 Main Street; and Whereas, the City Council has tentatively determined that it would be in the best inter- ests of the City to approve the Development Agreement with Miller Companies, LLC; and Whereas, it is deemed necessary and advisable that City should authorize Urban Re- newal Tax Increment Revenue obligations, as provided by Iowa Code Chapter 403, pur- suant to the Development Agreement; and 13 Whereas, before said obligations may be approved, Iowa Code Chapter 403 requires that the City Clerk publish a notice of the proposal and of the time and place of the meeting at which the City Council proposes to take action thereon and at which meeting th e City Council shall receive oral and/or written objections from any resident or property owner of said City to such proposed action. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA THAT: Section 1. The City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to cause a notice to be published as prescribed by Iowa Code Section 403.9 of a public hearing on the City's intent to authorize Urban Renewal Tax Increment Revenue obligations, to be held on the 2nd day of December 2024 at 6:30 p.m. The official agenda will be posted on Friday, November 29, 2024, and will contain listening, viewing, and public input options. The City Council agenda may be accessed at https://dubuqueia.portal.civicclerk.com/ or by con- tacting the City Clerk’s Office at 563-589-4100, ctyclerk@cityofdubuque.org. Section 2. The City Council will meet at said time and place for the purpose of taking action on the matter of authorizing Urban Renewal Tax Increment Revenue obligations and the execution of the Development Agreement relating thereto with Miller Companies, LLC, the proceeds of which obligations will be used to carry out certain of the special financing activities described in the Urban Renewal Plan for the Greater Downtown Urban Renewal District, consisting of the funding of economic developments grants to Miller Companies, LLC pursuant to the Development Agreement. It is expected that the aggre- gate amount of the Tax Increment Revenue obligations to be issued will be approximately $160,000. Section 3. The Clerk is hereby directed to cause at least one publication to be made of a notice of said meeting, in a newspaper, printed wholly in the English language, pub- lished at least once weekly, and having general circulation in said City, said publ ication to be not less than four days nor more than twenty days before the date of said meeting on the issuance of said obligations. Section 4. That the notice of the proposed action to issue said obligations shall be in substantially the form attached hereto. Passed, approved, and adopted this 18th day of November 2024. Brad M. Cavanagh, Mayor Attest: Adrienne N. Breitfelder, City Clerk 2. Resolution Setting Public Hearing on a Proposed Development Agreement with Limestone Legacy, LLC: Upon motion the documents were received and filed and Reso- lution No. 376-24 Fixing The Date For A Public Hearing Of The City Council Of The City Of Dubuque, Iowa On A Development Agreement By And Between The City Of Dubuque, Iowa And Limestone Legacy, LLC, Including The Proposed Issuance Of Urban Renewal Tax Increment Revenue Obligations Relating Thereto, And Providing For The Publication Of Notice Thereof was adopted setting a public hearing for a meeting to commence at 6:30 p.m. on December 2, 2024 in the Historic Federal Building. RESOLUTION NO. 376-24 FIXING THE DATE FOR A PUBLIC HEARING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA ON A DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE 14 CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA AND LIMESTONE LEGACY, LLC, INCLUDING THE PRO- POSED ISSUANCE OF URBAN RENEWAL TAX INCREMENT REVENUE OBLIGA- TIONS RELATING THERETO, AND PROVIDING FOR THE PUBLICATION OF NOTICE THEREOF Whereas, City and Limestone Legacy, LLC have tentatively entered into a Develop- ment Agreement, subject to the approval of the City Council, a copy of which is now on file at the Office of the City clerk, City Hall, 50 W 13th Street, Dubuque, Iowa for the development of property located at 1602 Central Avenue; and Whereas, the City Council has tentatively determined that it would be in the best inter- ests of the City to approve the Development Agreement with Limestone Legacy, LLC; and Whereas, it is deemed necessary and advisable that City should authorize Urban Re- newal Tax Increment Revenue obligations, as provided by Iowa Code Chapter 403, pur- suant to the Development Agreement; and Whereas, before said obligations may be approved, Iowa Code Chapter 403 requires that the City Clerk publish a notice of the proposal and of the time and place of the meeting at which the City Council proposes to take action thereon and at which meeting th e City Council shall receive oral and/or written objections from any resident or property owner of said City to such proposed action. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA THAT: Section 1. The City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to cause a notice to be published as prescribed by Iowa Code Section 403.9 of a public hearing on the City's intent to authorize Urban Renewal Tax Increment Revenue obligations, to be held on the 2nd day of December 2024 at 6:30 p.m. The official agenda will be posted on Friday, November 29, 2024, and will contain listening, viewing, and public input options. The City Council agenda may be accessed at https://dubuqueia.portal.civicclerk.com/ or by con- tacting the City Clerk’s Office at 563-589-4100, ctyclerk@cityofdubuque.org. Section 2. The City Council will meet at said time and place for the purpose of taking action on the matter of authorizing Urban Renewal Tax Increment Revenue obligations and the execution of the Development Agreement relating thereto with Limestone Legacy, LLC, the proceeds of which obligations will be used to carry out certain of the special financing activities described in the Urban Renewal Plan for the Greater Downtown Urban Renewal District, consisting of the funding of economic developments grants to Lime- stone Legacy, LLC pursuant to the Development Agreement. It is expected that the ag- gregate amount of the Tax Increment Revenue obligations to be issued will be approxi- mately $150,000. Section 3. The Clerk is hereby directed to cause at least one publication to be made of a notice of said meeting, in a newspaper, printed wholly in the English language, pub- lished at least once weekly, and having general circulation in said City, said publ ication to be not less than four days nor more than twenty days before the date of said meeting on the issuance of said obligations. Section 4. That the notice of the proposed action to issue said obligations shall be in substantially the form attached hereto. Passed, approved, and adopted this 18th day of November 2024. Brad M. Cavanagh, Mayor 15 Attest: Adrienne N. Breitfelder, City Clerk 3. Resolution Setting Public Hearing on a Proposed Development Agreement with 1400 Central, LLC: Upon motion the documents were received and filed and Resolution No. 377-24 Fixing The Date For A Public Hearing Of The City Council Of The City Of Dubuque, Iowa On A Development Agreement By And Between The City Of Dubuque, Iowa And 1400 Central, LLC, Including The Proposed Issuance Of Urban Renewal Tax Increment Revenue Obligations Relating Thereto, And Providing For The Publication Of Notice Thereof was adopted setting a public hearing for a meeting to commence at 6:30 p.m. on December 2, 2024 in the Historic Federal Building. RESOLUTION NO. 377-24 FIXING THE DATE FOR A PUBLIC HEARING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA ON A DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA AND 1400 CENTRAL, LLC, INCLUDING THE PROPOSED ISSUANCE OF URBAN RENEWAL TAX INCREMENT REVENUE OBLIGATIONS RE- LATING THERETO, AND PROVIDING FOR THE PUBLICATION OF NOTICE THEREOF Whereas, City and 1400 Central, LLC have tentatively entered into a Development Agreement, subject to the approval of the City Council, a copy of which is now on file at the Office of the City clerk, City Hall, 50 W 13th Street, Dubuque, Iowa for the devel op- ment of property located at 1400 Central Avenue; and Whereas, the City Council has tentatively determined that it would be in the best inter- ests of the City to approve the Development Agreement with 1400 Central, LLC; and Whereas, it is deemed necessary and advisable that City should authorize Urban Re- newal Tax Increment Revenue obligations, as provided by Iowa Code Chapter 403, pur- suant to the Development Agreement; and Whereas, before said obligations may be approved, Iowa Code Chapter 403 requires that the City Clerk publish a notice of the proposal and of the time and place of the meeting at which the City Council proposes to take action thereon and at which meeting th e City Council shall receive oral and/or written objections from any resident or property owner of said City to such proposed action. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA THAT: Section 1. The City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to cause a notice to be published as prescribed by Iowa Code Section 403.9 of a public hearing on the City's intent to authorize Urban Renewal Tax Increment Revenue obligations, to be held on the 2nd day of December 2024 at 6:30 p.m. The official agenda will be posted on Friday, November 29, 2024, and will contain listening, viewing, and public input options. The City Council agenda may be accessed at https://dubuqueia.portal.civicclerk.com/ or by con- tacting the City Clerk’s Office at 563-589-4100, ctyclerk@cityofdubuque.org. Section 2. The City Council will meet at said time and place for the purpose of taking action on the matter of authorizing Urban Renewal Tax Increment Revenue obligations and the execution of the Development Agreement relating thereto with 1400 Central, LLC, the proceeds of which obligations will be used to carry out certain of the special financing activities described in the Urban Renewal Plan for the Greater Downtown Urban Renewal 16 District, consisting of the funding of economic developments grants to 1400 Central, LLC pursuant to the Development Agreement. It is expected that the aggregate amount of the Tax Increment Revenue obligations to be issued will be approximately $60,000. Section 3. The Clerk is hereby directed to cause at least one publication to be made of a notice of said meeting, in a newspaper, printed wholly in the English language, pub- lished at least once weekly, and having general circulation in said City, said publ ication to be not less than four days nor more than twenty days before the date of said meeting on the issuance of said obligations. Section 4. That the notice of the proposed action to issue said obligations shall be in substantially the form attached hereto. Passed, approved, and adopted this 18th day of November 2024. Brad M. Cavanagh, Mayor Attest: Adrienne N. Breitfelder, City Clerk 4. Resolution Setting Public Hearing on a Proposed Development Agreement with Nia Neighborhoods Opportunity Zone Fund, LLC: Upon motion the documents were received and filed and Resolution No. 378-24 Fixing The Date For A Public Hearing Of The City Council Of The City Of Dubuque, Iowa On A Development Agreement By And Between The City Of Dubuque, Iowa And Nia Neighborhoods Opportunity Zone Fund, LLC, Includ- ing The Proposed Issuance Of Urban Renewal Tax Increment Revenue Obligations Re- lating Thereto, And Providing For The Publication Of Notice Thereof was adopted setting a public hearing for a meeting to commence at 6:30 p.m. on December 2, 2024 in the Historic Federal Building. RESOLUTION NO. 378-24 FIXING THE DATE FOR A PUBLIC HEARING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA ON A DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA AND 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 Whereas, City and Nia Neighborhoods Opportunity Zone Fund, LLC have tentatively entered into a Development Agreement, subject to the approval of the City Council, a copy of which is now on file at the Office of the City clerk, City Hall, 50 W 13th Street, Dubuque, Iowa for the development of property located at 1390 White Street; and Whereas, the City Council has tentatively determined that it would be in the best inter- ests of the City to approve the Development Agreement with Nia Neighborhoods Oppor- tunity Zone Fund, LLC; and Whereas, it is deemed necessary and advisable that City should authorize Urban Re- newal Tax Increment Revenue obligations, as provided by Iowa Code Chapter 403, pur- suant to the Development Agreement; and Whereas, before said obligations may be approved, Iowa Code Chapter 403 requires that the City Clerk publish a notice of the proposal and of the time and place of the meeting at which the City Council proposes to take action thereon and at which meeting th e City Council shall receive oral and/or written objections from any resident or property owner of said City to such proposed action. 17 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA THAT: Section 1. The City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to cause a notice to be published as prescribed by Iowa Code Section 403.9 of a public hearing on the City's intent to authorize Urban Renewal Tax Increment Revenue obligations, to be held on the 2nd day of December 2024 at 6:30 p.m. The official agenda will be posted on Friday, November 29, 2024, and will contain listening, viewing, and public input options. The City Council agenda may be accessed at https://dubuqueia.portal.civicclerk.com/ or by con- tacting the City Clerk’s Office at 563-589-4100, ctyclerk@cityofdubuque.org. Section 2. The City Council will meet at said time and place for the purpose of taking action on the matter of authorizing Urban Renewal Tax Increment Revenue obligations and the execution of the Development Agreement relating thereto with Nia Neighbor- hoods Opportunity Zone Fund, LLC, the proceeds of which obligations will be used to carry out certain of the special financing activities described in the Urban Renewal Plan for the Greater Downtown Urban Renewal District, consisting of the funding of economic developments grants to Nia Neighborhoods Opportunity Zone Fund, LLC pursuant to the Development Agreement. It is expected that the aggregate amount of the Tax Increment Revenue obligations to be issued will be approximately $52,000. Section 3. The Clerk is hereby directed to cause at least one publication to be made of a notice of said meeting, in a newspaper, printed wholly in the English language, pub- lished at least once weekly, and having general circulation in said City, said publ ication to be not less than four days nor more than twenty days before the date of said meeting on the issuance of said obligations. Section 4. That the notice of the proposed action to issue said obligations shall be in substantially the form attached hereto. Passed, approved, and adopted this 18th day of November 2024. Brad M. Cavanagh, Mayor Attest: Adrienne N. Breitfelder, City Clerk 5. Resolution Setting a Public Hearing on a Proposed Development Agreement with SJR Properties, L.L.C. and Universal Tank & Fabrication, Inc.: Upon motion the docu- ments were received and filed and Resolution No. 379 -24 Fixing The Date For A Public Hearing Of The City Council Of The City Of Dubuque, Iowa On A Development Agree- ment 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 Incre- ment Revenue Obligations To SJR Properties, L.L.C., And Providing For The Publication Of Notice Thereof was adopted setting a public hearing for a meeting to commence at 6:30 p.m. on December 2, 2024 in the Historic Federal Building. RESOLUTION NO. 379-24 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 RE- NEWAL TAX INCREMENT REVENUE OBLIGATIONS TO SJR PROPERTIES, L.L.C., AND PROVIDING FOR THE PUBLICATION OF NOTICE THEROF 18 Whereas, SJR Properties, L.L.C. (Developer) is the owner of the following described real estate: Lot 7 and Lot 8 of Dubuque Industrial Center West 2nd Addition in the City of Dubu- que, Iowa, according to the recorded plat thereof locally known as 8025 Chavenelle Road (the Property); and Whereas, Universal Tank & Fabrication, Inc. (Employer) requires a facility for its oper- ations and has entered into a Lease Agreement with Developer for the Property; and Whereas, City, Developer, and Employer have entered into a Development Agree- ment, subject to the approval of the City Council, pursuant to which Developer will reno- vate the Property including certain Improvements described in the Development Agree- ment; and Whereas, the City Council has tentatively determined that it would be in the best inter- ests of City to approve the Development Agreement; and Whereas, the Development Agreement provides for the issuance by City of economic development grants to SJR Properties, L.L.C., for Developer’s obligations to construct the Minimum Improvements and Employer’s obligations to create and maintain employees, payable from the tax increment revenues collected in respect of the Minimum Improve- ments to be constructed by Developer and Employer in accordance with the Development Agreement, for the purpose of carrying out the objectives of an Urban Renewal Plan as hereinafter described; and Whereas, before said obligations may be approved, Chapter 403 of the Code of Iowa requires that the City Clerk publish a notice of the proposal and of the time and place of the meeting at which the City Council proposes to take action thereon and at which meet- ing the City Council shall receive oral and/or written objections from any resident or prop- erty owner of said City to such proposed action. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA THAT: Section 1. The City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to cause a notice to be published as prescribed by Iowa Code Section 403.9 of a public hearing on the City's intent to authorize Urban Renewal Tax Increment Revenue obligations, to be held on the 2nd day of December 2024 at 6:30 p.m. The official agenda will be posted on Friday, November 29, 2024, and will contain listening, viewing, and public input options. The City Council agenda may be accessed at https://dubuqueia.portal.civicclerk.com/ or by con- tacting the City Clerk’s Office at 563-589-4100, ctyclerk@cityofdubuque.org. Section 2. The City Council will meet at said time and place for the purpose of taking action on the matter of authorizing Urban Renewal Tax Increment Revenue obligations and the execution of the Development Agreement relating thereto with SJR Properties, L.L.C. and Universal Tank & Fabrication, Inc., the proceeds of which obligations will be used to carry out certain of the special financing activities described in the Urban Renewal Plan for the Dubuque Industrial Center Urban Renewal Area, consisting of t he funding of economic developments grants to SJR Properties, L.L.C. pursuant to the Development Agreement. It is expected that the aggregate amount of the Tax Increment Revenue ob- ligations to be issued will be approximately $330,000. Section 3. The Clerk is hereby directed to cause at least one publication to be made of a notice of said meeting, in a newspaper, printed wholly in the English language, pub- lished at least once weekly, and having general circulation in said City, said publ ication 19 to be not less than four days nor more than twenty days before the date of said meeting on the issuance of said obligations. Section 4. That the notice of the proposed action to issue said obligations shall be in substantially the form attached hereto. Passed, approved, and adopted this 18th day of November 2024. Brad M. Cavanagh, Mayor Attest: Adrienne N. Breitfelder, City Clerk 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: Upon motion the documents were received and filed and Resolution No. 380 -24 Fixing The Date For A Public Hearing Of The City Council Of The City Of Dubuque, Iowa On The Second Amendment To The Lease Agreement By And Between The City Of Dubu- que, Iowa, And Dubuque County Historical Society And Providing For The Publication Of Notice Thereof was adopted setting a public hearing for a meeting to commence at 6:30 p.m. on December 2, 2024 in the Historic Federal Building. RESOLUTION NO. 380-24 FIXING THE DATE FOR A PUBLIC HEARING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA ON THE SECOND AMENDMENT TO THE LEASE AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA, AND DUBUQUE COUNTY HIS- TORICAL SOCIETY AND PROVIDING FOR THE PUBLICATION OF NOTICE THEREOF Whereas, City is the owner of a public facility known as Mathias Ham House (the Ham House) which is leased to Dubuque County Historical Society with a legal description of Lots 530, 1 of 531, 2 of 531 and 532 all in Hams Addition, in the City of Dubuque; and Whereas, Dubuque County Historic Society desires to extend the current lease period and continue to operate the Ham House; and Whereas, it is deemed to be in the best interest of both parties to the Lease Agreement and to the public in general that the Dubuque County Historical Society lease and operate the Ham House as a historic site. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA: Section 1. That the City Council of the City of Dubuque, Iowa, proposes to approve the Second Amendment of the Lease Agreement to Dubuque County Historical Society. Section 2. That the City Council shall conduct a public hearing on the proposed Second Amendment to the Lease Agreement in the City Council Chambers at the Historic Federal Building, 350 W. 6th Street, Dubuque, Iowa on the 2nd day of December 2024, beginni ng at 6:30 PM. Section 3. That the City Clerk be and is hereby authorized and directed to publish notice of the public hearing in the form attached hereto, according to law. Passed, approved, and adopted this 18th day of November 2024. Brad M. Cavanagh, Mayor Attest: Adrienne N. Breitfelder, City Clerk 20 7. Resolution of Necessity for the Proposed Amended and Restated Urban Renewal Plan for the Greater Downtown Urban Renewal Area, Version 2024.3 : Upon motion the documents were received and filed and Resolution No. 381 -24 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 Re- newal Plan, Version 2024.3, For Said Area was adopted setting a public hearing for a meeting to commence at 6:30 p.m. on December 16, 2024 in the Historic Federal Build- ing. RESOLUTION NO. 381-24 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 Whereas, the City Council of the City of Dubuque has heretofore approved the Amended and Restated Urban Renewal Plan (the “Plan” of “Urban Renewal Plan”) for the Greater Downtown Urban Renewal District (the “District”) in order to provide redevelop- ment opportunities which will further the purposes and objectives of the Urban Renewal Plan; and Whereas, City staff has recommended that the Urban Renewal Plan be further amended and restated to add projects to the Public Purpose Activities; and Whereas, Iowa Code Chapter 403 requires that before an Urban Renewal Plan may be modified, the City Council must follow the notification, consultation, and public hearing process set forth herein. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA: Section 1. That the City Manager is authorized and directed to prepare an Amended and Restated Urban Renewal Plan, Version 2024.3, for the Greater Downtown Urban Renewal District to accomplish the foregoing purposes and objectives, to include in such Amended and Restated Urban Renewal Plan, Version 2024.3, any appropriate project activities and details, to determine an appropriate date for and conduct the consultation process required by law with affected taxing entities concerning the proposed Amended and Restated Plan, Version 2024.3. Section 2. That the City Clerk is directed to publish notice of a public hearing on the adoption of an Amended and Restated Urban Renewal Plan, Version 2024.3, for the Greater Downtown Urban Renewal Area to be held on the 16th day of December 2024, at 6:30 p.m. in the form attached hereto. The notice of said hearing shall generally identify the areas covered by the proposed Amended and Restated Urban Renewal Plan, Version 2024.3, and the general scope of the urban renewal activities planned for such areas and said notice shall be published in a newspaper having general circulation within the City not less than four days nor more than twenty days before the date of said meeting. A copy of the notice of public hearing shall be sent by ordinary mail to the affected taxing entities. Section 3. That the Economic Development Director is directed to send by ordinary mail a copy of the proposed Amended and Restated Urban Renewal Plan, Version 21 2024.3, the notice of public hearing, a notice of consultation, and, to the extent the Amended and Restated Urban Renewal Plan, Version 2024.3, includes the use of tax increment revenues for a public building, an analysis of alternative development and fun d- ing options for such public buildings, to the Dubuque Community School District Board of Education and Dubuque County Board of Supervisors, as the affected taxing entities. Passed, approved and adopted this 18th day of December 2024. Brad M. Cavanagh, Mayor Attest: Adrienne N. Breitfelder, City Clerk BOARDS/COMMISSIONS Applications were reviewed for the following Boards and Commissions. Applicants were invited to address the City Council regarding their desire to serve on the following Boards/Commissions. 1. Housing Appeals and Mediation Board: One, 3-Year term through January 1, 2027 (Vacant term of Spence). Applicant: Cole Hansen, 408 Burch St. Breitfelder stated that Hansen submitted written input in support of their application. 2. Housing Commission: One, 3-Year term through August 17, 2027 (Vacant term of White). Applicant: Davis Wall, 1710 ½ White St. 3. Resilient Community Advisory Commission: One, 3-Year term through July 1, 2026 (Vacant At Large term of Chamberland). Applicant: David McDermott, 919 Kirkwood St. Breitfelder stated that McDermott submitted written input in support of their application. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. Approving a Development Agreement with Dubuque Racing Association, Ltd.: Mo- tion by Jones to receive and file the documents and adopt Resolution No. 382-24 Approv- ing A Development Agreement By And Between The City Of Dubuque, Iowa, And Dubu- que Racing Association, LTD., Including The Issuance Of Urban Tax Increment Revenue Obligations. Seconded by Sprank. Alex Dixon, 251 Hidden Oaks Ct., President and CEO of Q Casino; and Ryan Ranguette, 1105 Park View Cir., Waunakee, Wi., made a presen- tation on the proposed PinSeekers facility. City Council Members expressed support for the facility and encouraged more community input on the redevelopment of Schmitt Is- land. Motion carried 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 382-24 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 Whereas, the City Council, by Resolution No. 348-24, dated November 4, 2024, de- clared its intent to enter into a Development Agreement by and between the City of Dubu- que, Iowa, and Dubuque Racing Association, LTD., for redevelopment of a lease area lying within parts of Lot 1, Lot 2, and Lot 3 of Chaplain Schmitt Island in the City of 22 Dubuque (the Property) including the issuance of Urban Renewal Tax Increment Reve- nue Obligations; and Whereas, pursuant to published notice, a public hearing was held on the proposed Development Agreement on November 18, 2024, at 6:30 p.m.; and Whereas, it is the determination of the City Council that approval of the Development Agreement for redevelopment of the Property by Dubuque Racing Association, LTD., ac- cording to the terms and conditions set out in the Development Agreement, is in the public interest of the City of Dubuque. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA: Section 1. That the Development Agreement by and between the City of Dubuque, Iowa, and Dubuque Racing Association, LTD., a copy of which is attached hereto, includ- ing the issuance of Urban Renewal Tax Increment Revenue Obligations, is hereby ap- proved. Section 2. That the Mayor is hereby authorized and directed to execute the Develop- ment Agreement on behalf of the City of Dubuque and the City Clerk is authorized and directed to attest to his signature. Section 3. That the City Manager is authorized to take such actions as are necessary to comply with the terms of the Development Agreement as herein approved. Passed, approved and adopted this 18th day of November, 2024. Brad M. Cavanagh, Mayor Attest: Adrienne N. Breitfelder, City Clerk 2. Iowa Amphitheater on Schmitt Island - Bid Package 2 (Utilities, Paving & Amphithe- ater Stage): Motion by Sprank to receive and file the documents and adopt Resolution No. 383-24 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). Seconded by Wethal. Responding to a question about desired add-on amenities not included in the base bid estimate, Van Milligen explained that many of these features can be added over time. He noted the project is funded by a Destination Iowa Outdoor Recreation Fund grant, though the full grant amount was not awarded. Ad- ditional grants will be pursued to help fund the add-on amenities. Alex Dixon, 251 Hidden Oaks Ct., President and CEO of Q Casino stated that he has advocated to the state for additional funding and prioritized the amenities if additional funding is awarded. He also noted that the project received seven bids and is expected to be cost-effective. City Coun- cil Members praised the project and highlighted the importance of certain add -on ameni- ties. Motion carried 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 383-24 APPROVAL OF PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTI- MATED COST FOR THE IOWA AMPHITHEATER ON SCHMITT ISLAND PROJECT – BID PACKAGE NO. 2 (UTILITIES, PAVING & AMPHITHEATER STAGE) NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA: Section 1. That the attached plans, specifications, form of contract and estimate of total cost for the Iowa Amphitheater on Schmitt Island Project – Bid Package No. 2 (Utilities, 23 Paving & Amphitheater Stage) in the estimated amount $9,702,000.00, are hereby ap- proved. Passed, approved, and adopted this 18th day of November 2024. Brad M. Cavanagh, Mayor Attest: Adrienne Breitfelder, City Clerk 3. Bunker Hill Irrigation Replacement Project Phase 3 Public Hearing: Motion by Rous- sell to receive and file the documents and adopt Resolution No. 384-24 Approval of Plans, Specifications, Form Of Contract, And Estimated Cost For The Bunker Hill Irrigation Re- placement Project Phase 3. Seconded by Wethal. City Council Members highlighted Bun- ker Hill as a great amenity that generates revenue. Motion carried 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 384-24 APPROVAL OF PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTI- MATED COST FOR THE BUNKER HILL IRRIGATION REPLACEMENT PROJECT PHASE 3 NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COTY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA: Section 1. That the proposed plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated cost for the Bunker Hill Irrigation Replacement Phase 3, in the estimated cost of $360,000, are hereby approved. Passed, adopted and approved this 18th day of November 2024. Brad M. Cavanagh, Mayor Attest: Adrienne N. Breitfelder, City Clerk PUBLIC INPUT Felicia Carner, 1591 White St., spoke regarding Action Item No. 1, supporting the pre- ferred alternative and emphasizing the need for equitable amenities. ACTION ITEMS 1. Central Avenue and White Street Corridor Traffic Study Preferred Alternative En- gagement Results: Motion by Sprank to receive and file the documents and approve the preferred alternative for the Central Avenue and White Street Corridor Traffic Study as developed by Bolton & Menk. Seconded by Wethal. Bolton & Menk Senior Traffic Engi- neer Jennifer McCoy made a presentation. City Council Members emphasized that to- night’s vote was only on the traffic alternative. Van Milligen explained that once an alter- native is confirmed, staff will develop implementation proposals through the budget pro- cess. In response to City Council questions, McCoy clarified that the proposed bike lane on White Street would be fully protected from traffic, whereas relocating it to Jackson Street would result in an unprotected lane due to lower traffic volumes. She also noted that trucking businesses had concerns about two-way traffic and lane width but were open to further discussions on establishing a truck route. Addressing questions a bout the bike lane, Traffic Engineer Justine Hull highlighted the need for additional analysis and com- munity engagement to evaluate the feasibility of placing the bike lane on Jackson Street. City Council members expressed support for the chosen alternativ e and the broader 24 revitalization of the corridor, including features like a bike lane and green spaces. They also emphasized the importance of timely implementation of the updates. Motion carried 7-0. 2. Submission of EPA Grant Application for the Dubuque Community Resilience Hub Project: Motion by Sprank to receive and file the documents and approve a grant appli- cation to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)’s Community Change grant program. Seconded by Wethal. Van Milligen confirmed that no match is required for the grant. Director of Strategic Partnerships Teri Goodmann stated that the site would be owned by the Dream Center, with Dubuque County and city staff leading site operations during disasters. The Housing and Community Development Department would co-man- age the training program alongside the Dream Center. Goodmann noted that the program is currently in the conceptual stage and would be further developed if the grant is awarded. City Council members expressed support for the program and highlig hted the value of collaborative partnerships. Motion carried 7-0. 3. GFOA Distinguished Budget Presentation Award: Motion by Roussell to receive and file the notification of the City of Dubuque receiving the Government Finance Officers Association Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for the 19th consecutive year. Se- conded by Wethal. City Council Members congratulated city staff and highlighted the transparency demonstrated through the budget process. Motion carried 7 -0. 4. 2025 State Legislative Priorities: Motion by Roussell to receive and file the docu- ments and approve the 2025 State Legislative Priorities. Seconded by Sprank. City Coun- cil members highlighted the upcoming legislative dinner and emphasized that these pri- orities reflect the city's key areas for partnership with the state. Motion carried 7-0. 5. Updated Equity and Human Rights Commission Ordinance: Motion by Jones to re- ceive and file the documents and that the requirement that a proposed ordinance be con- sidered and voted on for passage at two Council meetings prior to the meeting at which it is to be passed be suspended. Seconded by Resnick. Brumwell and Chief of Equity and Human Rights Gisella Aitken-Shadle noted that the commission aimed to update the city code to more accurately represent their activities and guide their priorities effectively. City Council Members voiced their support for the commissioners' efforts and expressed hope that the amendment would provide greater clarity regarding their responsibilities. Motion carried 7-0. Motion by Jones for final consideration and passage of Ordinance No. 61-24 Amending City Of Dubuque Code Of Ordinances Title 8 Equity And Human Rights, Chapter 2 Equity And Human Rights Commission. Seconded by Resnick. Motion carried 7-0. ORDINANCE NO. 61-24 AMENDING CITY OF DUBUQUE CODE OF ORDINANCES TITLE 8 EQUITY AND HU- MAN RIGHTS, CHAPTER 2 EQUITY AND HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA: 25 Section 1. Title 8, Chapter 2 of the City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances is hereby amended to read as follows: . . . . 8-2-2: PURPOSE: The purpose of the commission is to establish a human rights com- mission in conformance with the Iowa Civil Rights Act, to declare the public policy of non- discrimination in the city; to provide for educational programs to prevent and eliminate discrimination in the city; and to cooperate with the Iowa Civil Rights Commission in the fulfillment of contractual obligations and the enforcement process. 8-2-3: INTERNAL ORGANIZATION AND RULES: The commission may adopt rules and regulations to govern its organizational procedures as may be necessary and which are not in conflict with this code or the Iowa Code. The Commission has adopted Admin- istrative Rules which shall govern the work of the body and the enforcement process. . . . . 8-2-9: OFFICERS; ORGANIZATION: A. Chair and Vice Chair. The commissioners must choose annually a chairperson and vice chairperson, each to serve a term of one year. B. Vacancies in Chair and Vice Chair. The commissioners must fill a vacancy among its officers for the remainder of the officer's unexpired term. C. Secretary. A city staff member shall serve as secretary. 8-2-10: MEETINGS: A. Regular Meetings: The commission will be scheduled to meet monthly and must meet at least once per quarter. B. Special Meetings: Special meetings may be called by the chairperson or at the written request of a majority of the commissioners. C. Open Meetings: All meetings must be called and held in conformance with the Iowa open meetings law. D. Attendance: 1. In the event a commissioner has been absent for three (3) or more meetings of the commission, without being excused by the chairperson, such absence will be grounds for the commission to recommend to the city council that the position be declared vacant and a replacement appointed. 2. Attendance must be entered upon the minutes of all meetings. 3. Remote attendance is allowed; arrangements should be made with city staff in advance of the meeting. E. Minutes: A copy of the minutes of all regular and special meetings of the commis- sion must be filed with the city council within ten (10) working days after approval by the commission, or by the next regularly scheduled city council meeting, which- ever is later. F. Quorum: Five (5) commissioners constitute a quorum for the transaction of busi- ness. The affirmative vote of a majority of the commissioners present and voting is necessary for the adoption of any motion or resolution. . . . . 8-2-13: POWERS, DUTIES, AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The commission serves in an advisory capacity to the City Council and has the following powers, duties, and responsi- bilities: 26 A. To study the existence, character, causes, and extent of inequity and discrimina- tion in public accommodations, credit transactions, employment, apprenticeship programs, on the job training programs, vocational schools, other educational insti- tutions, and housing in the city and to attempt the elimination of such inequity and discrimination through education, conciliation, and recommended changes to policy and practice. B. To form subcommittees to address specifically identified goals or needs in the community related to the elimination of inequity and discrimination. C. To attend events and training opportunities both within the community and beyond. D. To actively promote human rights to various groups in the community including governmental bodies, clubs, schools, and media. E. To assist the City Manager, upon request, in the recruitment and selection of staff. F. To work with the staff appointed by the City Manager to: 1. Review and provide feedback to city staff on the annual report prepared for transmission to the Mayor and City Council describing the work performed by the staff and the commission 2. Discuss, develop, and submit budget requests in furtherance of the objectives and goals of the Commission and Department 3. Review at the regular meetings intake and complaint data. 4. As needed, prepare for public hearings by attending training on the procedures outlined in the Administrative Rules for conducting a hearing. G. To make recommendations to the City Council concerning advancing equity, pro- moting inclusion, and addressing discrimination in order to improve quality of life, livability and equity for all residents, including the adjustment or adoption of regulations consistent with and necessary for the civil rights enforcement provisions of this Title. H. To cooperate, within the limits of any appropriations made for its operation, with other agencies or organizations, both public and private, whose purposes are consistent with those of this chapter, in the planning and conducting of programs designed to ad- vance equity or eliminate discrimination or cultural and intergroup tensions. I. To receive, administer, dispense, and account for any restricted funds that may be donated to the commission and any grants that may be awarded the commission for fur- thering the purposes of this title. No disbursements will be made of any restricted funds without authority from the City Council. J. On occasion, and pursuant to this Title, the adopted Administrative Rules, the City contract with the Iowa Civil Rights Commission, and the Iowa Code, hold hearings upon a complaint made against a covered person or entity alleging a violation of the protec tions afforded by this Title for which conciliation efforts have failed to resolve the complaint. . . . . 8-2-15: CONFIDENTIALITY OF COMPLAINTS AND INVESTIGATORY MATERIALS: No member of the commission will disclose the filing of a charge, the information gathered during the investigation, or the endeavors to eliminate such discriminatory or unfair prac- tice by conference, conciliation, or persuasion unless such disclosure is made in connec- tion with the conduct of such investigation or after the commission has held a public hear- ing upon a complaint filed in connection with such charge. This section does not preve nt any complainant, witness, or other person from publicizing the filing of a charge or com- plaint or the matter therein complained of. 27 8-2-16: SUBPOENAS: The staff assigned to the commission may issue subpoenas and order discovery in aid of investigations under this title pursuant to the Administrative Rules. Such subpoenas and discovery may be ordered to the same extent and subject to the same limitations as would apply for county attorney subpoenas. Section 2. This ordinance shall take effect upon publication. Passed, approved, and adopted this 18th day of November 2024. Brad Cavanagh, Mayor Attest: Adrienne Breitfelder, City Clerk 6. Award 2024 SRF Green Alley Project: Motion by Roussell to receive and file the documents and adopt Resolution No. 385-24 Awarding Public Improvement Construction Contract For The 2024 SRF Green Alley Project. Seconded by Sprank. City Council Mem- bers emphasized the importance of improving the alleys near Central Avenue as part of the broader effort to revitalize the area. Motion carried 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 385-24 AWARDING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT FOR THE 2024 SRF GREEN ALLEY PROJECT Whereas, sealed proposals have been submitted by contractors for the 2024 SRF Green Alley Project, (the Project) pursuant to Resolution No. 351 -24 and Notice to Bid- ders published on the City of Dubuque, Iowa website and plan room service with statewide circulation on the 11th day of October 2024; and Whereas, said sealed bid proposals were opened and read on the 7th day of November 2024, and it has been determined that McDermott Excavating, Inc. of Dubuque, Iowa, submitted low bid in the amount of $1,202,512.00, and is the lowest responsive, respon- sible bidder for the Project. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA: Section 1. That a Public Improvement Construction Contract for the Project is hereby approved and awarded to McDermott Excavating, Inc. and the City Manager is hereby directed to execute a Public Improvement Contract on behalf of the City of Dubuque for the Project. Passed, adopted and approved this 18th day of November 2024. Brad M. Cavanagh, Mayor Attest: Adrienne N. Breitfelder, City Clerk 7. Award Broadway Sanitary Sewer Improvement Project: Motion by Jones to receive and file the documents and adopt Resolution No. 386-24 Awarding Public Improvement Construction Contract For The Broadway Street Sanitary Sewer Improvement Project. Seconded by Farber. City Engineer Gus Psihoyos stated that the awarded bid amount is 16.33% lower than the estimated cost and noted that receiving seven bids made the pro- cess highly competitive. Motion carried 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 386-24 AWARDING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT FOR THE BROADWAY STREET SANITARY SEWER IMPROVEMENT PROJECT 28 Whereas, sealed proposals have been submitted by contractors for the Broadway Street Sanitary Sewer Improvement Project, (the Project) pursuant to Resolution No. 335 - 24 and Notice to Bidders published on the City of Dubuque, Iowa website and plan room service with statewide circulation on the 23rd day of October 2024; and Whereas, said sealed proposal was opened and read on the 7th day of November 2024 and it has been determined that Tschiggfrie Excavating Co., of Dubuque, Iowa sub- mitted low bid in the amount of $266,668.30, and is the lowest responsive, responsible bidder for the Project. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA: Section 1. That a Public Improvement Construction Contract for the Project is hereby awarded to Tschiggfrie Excavating Co. and the City Manager is hereby directed to exe- cute a Public Improvement Construction Contract on behalf of the City of Dubuque for the Project. Passed, adopted, and approved this 18th day of November 2024. Brad M. Cavanagh, Mayor Attest: Adrienne N. Breitfelder, City Clerk 8. Eagle Point Water Plant Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) Up- grade Award Construction Contract: Motion by Sprank to receive and file the documents and adopt Resolution No. 387-24 Awarding Public Improvement Construction Contract for The Eagle Point Water Plant Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) Up- grade Project. Seconded by Wethal. Motion carried 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 387-24 AWARDING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT FOR THE EA- GLE POINT WATER PLANT SUPERVISORY CONTROL AND DATA ACQUISITION (SCADA) UPGRADE PROJECT Whereas, sealed proposals have been submitted by contractors for the Eagle Point Water Plant Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) Upgrade Project, (the Project) pursuant to Resolution No. 275-24 and Notice to Bidders published on the City of Dubuque, Iowa website and plan room service wide circulation on the 5th day of Sep- tember 2024; and Whereas, said sealed proposal was opened and read on the 17th day of October 2024 and it has been determined that Westphal and Company, Inc. of Dubuque, Iowa submit- ted low bid in the amount of $253,434.00, plus Alternate A in the amount of $38,552.00, with an hourly rate of $381.00/HR, and is the lowest responsive, responsible bidder for the Project. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL FO THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA. Section 1. That a Public Improvement Construction Contract for the Project is hereby awarded to Westphal and Company, Inc. of Dubuque, Iowa and the City Manager is hereby directed to execute a Public Improvement Construction Contract on behalf of the City of Dubuque for the Project. Passed, adopted and approved this 18th day of November 2024. Brad M. Cavanagh, Mayor 29 Attest: Adrienne N. Breitfelder, City Clerk COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS Council Member Farber reported on attending the National League of Cities’ (NLC) annual conference and the recent publication of NLC’s AI Advisory Committee’s AI Report and Toolkit. Council Member Jones reported on attending Dubuque Metropolitan Area Solid Waste Agency (DMASWA) Board meetings and the upcoming public hearing regarding their Customer Convenience Center. Council Member Roussell reported on touring the Sisters of the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary’s campus in honor of their 150th anniversary. Mayor Cavanagh also reported on NLC’s conference and shared that NLC is celebrat- ing its 100th anniversary. Cavanagh also emphasized the importance of local government services and their continued availability, regardless of the changes brought about by fed- eral and state elections. CLOSED SESSION Motion by Jones to convene in closed session at 8:39 p.m. to discuss Purchase or Sale of Real Estate – Chapter 21.5(1)(j) Code of Iowa. Seconded by Resnick. Mayor Cavanagh stated for the record that the attorney who will consult with City Council on the is sues to be discussed in the closed session is City Attorney Brumwell. Motion carried 7 -0. The City Council reconvened in open session at 8:57 p.m. stating that staff had been given proper direction. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, Mayor Cavanagh declared the meeting adjourned at 8:57 p.m. /s/Adrienne N. Breitfelder, CMC, City Clerk