9 2 25 City Clerk's NotesCITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
REGULAR SESSION
The Dubuque City Council met in regular session at 6:30 p.m. on September 2, 2025, 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.
Absent:
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
PRESENTATIONS
1. Barry Lindahl Savvy Over 60 Award Recognition has been removed from this meeting and
will be rescheduled for the next regular city council meeting.
PROCLAMATIONS
1. Nathaniel and Charlotte Morgan Peace Week (September 1 - 6, 2025)
On behalf of the Nathaniel Morgan Memorial Committee. r✓ rncs -rf masS
2. Days of Peace and Nonviolence (September 6 - 28, 2025)
On behalf of the Dubuque International Day of Peace Coordinating Committee. 10-5 SIffoc /(+
3. Crop Hunger Walk Day in Dubuque (September 27, 2025)
On behalf of Dubuque Area Congregations United.
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1. Minutes and Reports Submitted
City Council Proceedings for August 18, 2025; Historic Preservation Commission of July 17,
2025; Human Rights Commission of July 8, 2025; Library Board of Trustees Minutes of June
23, 2025; Library Board of Trustees Update of July 24, 2025; Long Range Planning Advisory
Commission of May 21, 2025; Park and Recreation Advisory Commission of July 8, 2025.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File
2. Notice of Claims and Suits
Lubenow Express, LLC 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: Lubenow Express, LLC for
vehicle damage; Major Joseph Jenkins for property 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. Intent to Apply for Local Housing Trust Funds through Iowa Finance Authority
for 2026
City Attorney recommending City Council approval to apply for Local Housing Trust Fund dollars
in the amount of $253,317.00 from the Iowa Finance Authority for calendar year 2026.
RESOLUTION Authorizing Submittal Of The Application For Local Housing Trust Funds To The
Iowa Finance Authority
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
6. Grand River Center Floor Slab Lifting & Leveling Project - Acceptance of Public
Improvement Construction Contract
City Manager recommending City Council adopt the attached resolution accepting the
improvements and authorize the final payment of the contract amount of
$73,286.20 to Keller North America, Inc., for the Grand River Center Floor Slab Lifting &
Leveling Project.
RESOLUTION Accepting The Grand River Center Floor Slab Lifting & Leveling Project
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
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7. September/October 2025 City News Newsletter
City Manager providing a copy of the September/October 2025 issue of the City News
newsletter, which will be mailed with City utility bills from August 13 through September 10. This
issue and archived issues are available at www.citvofdubugue.org/citynews
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File
8. Contract amendment for home advocacy and nursing services for HUD Lead and
Healthy Homes grant
City Manager recommending City Council approve the amendment and extension of the
subcontract with Dubuque Visiting Nurses Association for services related to the HUD Lead
and Healthy Homes grant for the period of performance now extended through November 30,
2025.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
9. Problem Property Assessment
City Manager recommending City Council adopt the attached resolution authorizing the City to
certify problem property charges to the Dubuque County Treasurer in order to establish real
property liens for collection of such charges.
RESOLUTION Authorizing The City To Collect Delinquent Problem Property Charges In
Accordance With 14-1J1 International Property Maintenance Code Section 109.5 And/Or
Section 112.5 Code Of Ordinances Of The City Of Dubuque, Iowa
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
10. Grass, Weed and Garbage Assessments
City Manager recommending City Council adopt the attached resolution authorizing the City to
certify grass and weed cutting and garbage collection charges to the Dubuque County
Treasurer in order to establish real property liens for collection of such charges.
RESOLUTION Authorizing The City To Collect Delinquent Grass And Weed Cutting And
Garbage Collection Charges In Accordance With Title 6-4-3A And Title 6-8-2 Of The Code Of
Ordinances Of The City Of Dubuque, Iowa
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
11. Improvement Contracts / Performance, Payment, and Maintenance Bonds Dubuque
Barge and Fleeting Service Company D/B/A Newt Marine Service for the 2025 Maintenance
Dredging Project.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
12. Water System Improvements 2024 North English Road Water Main Extension Project —
Receipt and Consideration of Bids
City Manager sharing information on the bids for the Water System Improvements — 2024
North English Road Water Main Extension project.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adjourn further action to October 6, 2025
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93. Workforce Housing Brochure
City Manager providing a copy of a brochure highlighting workforce housing,
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File
ITEMS SET FOR PUBLIC HEARING
1. Resolution Setting Public Hearing on a Proposed Development Agreement with ASJS
Properties, LLC for Redevelopment of 1913 Jackson Street
City Manager recommending City Council adopt a resolution setting a public hearing for
September 15, 2025, for a proposed Development Agreement by and between the City of
Dubuque, Iowa and ASJS Properties, LLC for the creation of housing units at 1913 Jackson
Street including the issuance of Urban Renewal Tax Increment Revenue Grant Obligations
(TIF).
RESOLUTION Fixing The Date For A Public Hearing Of The City Council Of The City Of
Dubuque, Iowa On A Development Agreement By And Between The City Of Dubuque, Iowa
And ASJS Properties, LLC, Including The Proposed Issuance Of Urban Renewal Tax
Increment Revenue Obligations Relating Thereto, And Providing For The Publication Of
Notice Thereof
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s), Set Public Hearing for
September 15, 2025
2. Resolution Setting a Public Hearing on a Proposed Development Agreement by and
between the City of Dubuque, Iowa and Adam Vogel Building, LLC Providing for the
Issuance of Urban Renewal Tax Increment Revenue Grant Obligations Pursuant to the
Development Agreement for Redevelopment of 1701 Central Avenue
City Manager recommending City Council adopt the attached resolution setting a public
hearing for September 15, 2025, on a proposed Development Agreement by and between the
City of Dubuque, Iowa and Adam Vogel Building, LLC providing for the issuance of Urban
Renewal Tax Increment Revenue Grant Obligations.
RESOLUTION Fixing The Date For A Public Hearing Of The City Council Of The City Of
Dubuque, Iowa On A Development Agreement By And Between The City Of Dubuque, Iowa
And Adam Vogel Building, LLC, Including The Proposed Issuance Of Urban Renewal Tax
Increment Revenue Obligations Relating Thereto, And Providing For The Publication Of
Notice Thereof
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s), Set Public Hearing for
September 15, 2025
3. Resolution Setting a Public Hearing on a Proposed Development Agreement by and
between the City of Dubuque, Iowa and Dubuque Initiatives 1700, LLC for the
Redevelopment of 1739-1763 Central Avenue
City Manager recommending City Council adopt the attached resolution setting a public
hearing for September 15, 2025 on a proposed Development Agreement by and between the
City of Dubuque, Iowa and Dubuque Initiatives 1700, LLC (Developer) for the redevelopment
of 1739-1763 Central Avenue, providing for the issuance of Urban Renewal Tax Increment
Revenue Grant Obligations.
RESOLUTION Fixing The Date For A Public Hearing Of The City Council Of The City Of
Dubuque, Iowa On A Development Agreement By And Between The City Of Dubuque, Iowa
And Dubuque Initiatives 1700, LLC, Including The Proposed Issuance Of Urban Renewal Tax
Increment Revenue Obligations Relating Thereto And Providing For The Publication Of Notice
Thereof
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s), Set Public Hearing for
September 15, 2025
4. Water System Improvements 2024 North English Road Water Main Extension Project
State Revolving Fund (SRF) Loan: Resolution Setting the Public Hearing -
Environmental Review
City Manager recommending City Council adopt the attached resolution and set the public
hearing for October 6, 2025, as required for all designated projects receiving assistance from
the State Revolving Fund (SRF) with a Finding of No Significant Impact, to review the revised
Environmental Information Document (EID) for the Water System Improvements 2024 North
English Road Water Main Extension Project.
RESOLUTION State Revolving Fund (SRF) Loan - Environmental Review Water System
Improvements 2024 North English Road Water Main Extension Project Set The Date For A
Public Hearing Of The City Council Of The City Of Dubuque, Iowa On Approval Of An
Environmental Review As Provided By SRF's Department Of Natural Resources For The
Private Lead Service Line Replacement Pilot Program Suggested Disposition: Receive and
File; Adopt Resolution(s), Set Public Hearing for October 6, 2025
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BOARDS/COMMISSIONS
1. Boards and Commission Application Review
Applicants are invited to address the City Council regarding their desire to serve on the
following Boards/Commissions. Applicant appointments will be made at the next City Council
meeting.
Airport Commission
One, 4-Year term through September 14, 2029 (Expiring term of Kutz-Weber) Applicant:
Mariann Kurtz -Weber, 955 Prince Phillip Dr.
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PUBLIC HEARINGS
Approving a Development Agreement by and between the City of Dubuque, Iowa and
Greater Dubuque Impact Investment Fund for Redevelopment of 1550 Elm Street
Proof of publication on notice of public hearing to consider City Council adopt the attached
resolution approving a Development Agreement by and between the City of Dubuque, Iowa
and Greater Dubuque Impact Investment Fund for the redevelopment of 1550 Elm Street in
Dubuque, and City Attorney recommending approval.
RESOLUTION Approving Disposal Of An Interest In Real Property Owned By The City Of
Dubuque By Sale Through A Development Agreement With Greater Dubuque Impact
Investment Fund
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
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2. Resolution of Adoption for the Amendment of the Dubuque Industrial Center Economic
Development District Urban Renewal Plan, Version 2025.3
Proof of publication on notice of public hearing to consider City Council approve a Resolution
of Adoption for the Amended and Restated Urban Renewal Plan, Version 2025.3 for the
Dubuque Industrial Center Economic Development District, and City Manager recommending
approval.
RESOLUTION Approving The Amended And Restated Urban Renewal Plan, Version 2025.3,
For The Dubuque Industrial Center Economic Development District
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
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3. Resolution of Adoption for the Amendment of the Dubuque Industrial Center Economic
Development District Urban Renewal Plan, Version 2025.4
Proof of publication on notice of public hearing to consider City Council approve a Resolution
of Adoption for the Amended and Restated Urban Renewal Plan, Version 2025.4 for the
Dubuque Industrial Center Economic Development District ("District"), and City Manager
recommending approval.
RESOLUTION Approving The Amended And Restated Urban Renewal Plan, Version 2025.4,
For The Dubuque Industrial Center Economic Development District
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
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5. Rustic Point Park Development Project Public Hearing
Proof of publication on notice of public hearing to consider City Council approve the construction
plans and specifications, estimated cost of $258,278.50 for the Rustic Point Park Development
Project and adopt the attached resolution, and City Manager recommending approval.
RESOLUTION Rustic Point Park Development Project: Approval Of Plans, Specifications, Form
Of Contract, And Estimated Cost
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
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PUBLIC INPUT
ACTION ITEMS
Smart Parking & Mobility Management Plan Update
City Manager providing an update on the progress of the Smart Parking & Mobility Management
Plan. Transportation Services staff will make a presentation.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Presentation
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2. Dubuque County Historical Society Letter of Authorization to Iowa Economic
Development and Finance Authority's Historic Preservation Tax Credit Program
City Manager recommending City Council approval of the attached letter of authorization in
support of the Dubuque County Historical Society's application to the Iowa Economic
Development and Finance Authority's State Historic Preservation Tax Credit program.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
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3. Letters of Support for an Iowa Redevelopment Tax Credit Application for
Downtown Redevelopment Projects on a Grayfield Site
City Manager recommending City Council approve the submission of the letters of support to
accompany an Iowa Redevelopment Tax Credit Application to the Iowa Economic Development
Authority being submitted for redevelopment of three downtown properties in Dubuque.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
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4. Fly DBQ Rewards and Incentives
City Manager providing a flyer that highlights several reward and incentive programs available
for flying out of the Dubuque Regional Airport.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File
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5. Greater Dubuque Development Corporation Wins International Economic
Development Council Gold Award
City Manager providing a copy of a press release announcing that Greater Dubuque
Development Corporation received a 2025 Excellence in Economic Development Gold Award
from the International Economic Development Council (IEDC).
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File
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6. Welcome College Students Video
A video produced by the City's Media Services division, featuring a welcome message from
Mayor Cavanagh and highlights of life in Dubuque, will be played as part of the Welcome
Students campaign organized by Greater Dubuque Development Corporation and the local
Community of Colleges.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Video
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CLOSED SESSION , ��,
Pending Litigation and Purchase or Sale of Real Estate — CVha ter 21.5(1)(c),U) Code of Iowa
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Motion for closed session @ p.m.
Mayor Cavanagh stated for the record that the attorney who will consult with City Council on Vhe
issues to be discussed in the closed session is City Attorney Brumwell.
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Reconvene in open session @ p.m.
ADJOURNMENT @ p.m.
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