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Imagine Dubuque UpdateCopyrighted September 15, 2025 City of Dubuque WORK SESSION # City Council ITEM TITLE: 5.45 PM - Imagine Dubuque Update SUMMARY: Planning Services staff will present an update on the implementation of the Imagine Dubuque plan. SUGGUESTED DISPOSITION: ATTACHMENTS: 1. MVM Memo 2. Staff Memo 3. Collective Impact Model Infographic 4. Imagine Dubuque - Council Update 5. Presentation Page 31 of 1171 THE CITY OF DUBE Masterpiece on the Mississippi TO: The Honorable Mayor and City Council Members FROM: Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager SUBJECT: Work Session on Imagine Dubuque: Implementation DATE: September 10, 2025 Dubuque AI WIN av 2007-2012.2013 2017*2019 Planning Services Director Wally Wernimont is providing information for the 5:45 pm September 15, 2025, Work Session on Imagine Dubuque Implementation, update on the implementation of the plan and to review the plan prior to goal setting. Mic ael C. Van Milligen MCVM:sv Attachment cc: Crenna Brumwell, City Attorney Cori Burbach, Assistant City Manager Wally Wernimont, Planning Services Director Jason Duba, Assistant Planner Page 32 of 1171 THE CITY OF DUB E Masterpiece on the Mississippi TO: Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager FROM: Wally Wernimont, Planning Services Director 0 SUBJECT: Work Session on Imagine Dubuque: Implementation DATE: September 9, 2025 Dubuque MI -America City 2007-2012.2013 2017*2019 INTRODUCTION This memo transmits a packet of information for the upcoming September 15, 2025 City Council Work Session on Imagine Dubuque Implementation. The work session is to update the City Council on the implementation of the plan and to review the plan prior to going into goal setting. In addition to myself, Project Manager Jason Duba will be presenting before the City Council. BACKGROUND Imagine Dubuque 2037: A Call to Action is the City's 2017 Comprehensive Plan. The comprehensive plan serves as a guide for the community's physical, social, and economic development. Comprehensive plans are policy guides. Unlike zoning or city codes, they are not regulatory in purpose or application. Information in the Imagine Dubuque Comprehensive Plan is used in many facets of city life. Of greatest note is its role in informing City Council goal setting, annual budget priorities, and land use decisions. Engaging the community in a conversation about the future of Dubuque was at the core of the Imagine Dubuque process. We inclusively engaged 6,000 people, generating 12,500+ ideas. Ideas were narrowed into themes in 7 plan categories to create 110 community recommendations. The 7 plan categories are: Economic Prosperity, Sustainable Environment, Social & Cultural Vibrancy, Healthy Neighborhoods & Housing, Community Facilities, Transportation & Mobility, and Land Use. DISCUSSION The vision of making Dubuque a more viable and livable community requires the entire community working together towards common goals. Enclosed is the dashboard showing the status of each of the 110 recommendations, as assigned and described by the Coordinators. Coordinators are the assigned subject experts who track progress Page 33 of 1171 and challenges, while identifying metrics and stories that can help inform the community of the status of their plan. This progress is displayed on the City of Dubuque website at citvofdubuque.orq/imaginedubugue. Staff is currently working with Connectors and Coordinators to identify Champions of the plan. Champions can be people, organizations, events, projects, programs and initiatives. The attached Organizational Chart further defines the roles and structure of the Imagine Dubuque Implementation model. Staff will utilize the Work Session as an opportunity to re -familiarize Council Members with the plan in light of the role it plays in the upcoming City Council goal setting. Staff will also present the Imagine Dubuque Website that has been updated to provide tracking progress on implementation of the plan. REQUESTED ACTION This information is being provided as an update; no further action is required at this time. Enclosures: • Recommendations Status tracked in Achievelt • Organizational Chart: Roles & Responsibilities cc: Jason Duba, Assistant Planner 2 Page 34 of 1171 I 00�� Continuous Communication i CONNECTORS / City Department Managers • Role is informational & referral • Connect with Community Coordinators, City government, partners, and/or community • Participate in quarterly Imagine Dubuque Implementation meetings • Track through'equity lens' • Share data and progress metrics from Coordinators and Champions with City Council to showcase success measures 7 PLAN CATEGORIES A Common Agenda Continuous l ( , Communication �`� H 1 :COORDINATORS CHAMPIONS11 City Leadership Team + Individuals, City Staff + Community Partners Community Partners • Role is to provide input and effort • Role is implementation of projects, to Champions to identify a path programs, events, initiatives, and forward, help remove obstacles, efforts that help meet the 110 and successfully achieve recommendations subcategory goals • Define what metrics will be • Define what metrics will be collected to measure progress / collected to measure progress / equity indicators equity indicators • Determine what"success"looks like • Coordinate with Connectors, for each project and initiative Champions, Government, Partners, Community •Track progress and share with associated Community Coordinator Mutually Reinforcing Activities H Shared Measurement System ECONOMIC PROSPERITY . SUSTAINABLE ENVIRONMENT SOCIAL & CULTURAL VIBRANCY LIVABLE NEIGHBORHOODS & HOUSING I COMMUNITY FACILITIES MIW TRANSPORTATION & MOBILITY LAND USE . 32 PLAN SUBCATEGORIES .................. > MEN --------------------------------------------- ------------------ > MENEM ------------------------ ................. > MEMEMEM .. .................. > on -------------------------------------------------------- ----------------- > MEN --------------------------------------------- ................. > MENEM ------------------------- --------- ------ > MEMEMEM .. 0 PLAN RECOMMENDATIONS ' IIIIIIIII � IIIIIIIIIII BACKBONE SUPPORT ORGANIZATION I CITY OF DUBUQUE Page 35 of 1171 0000 CONNECTORS ' ECONOMIC PROSPERITY --- - - - --------- - - --------- - - - --- Jill Connors Economic Development Director 563.589.4213 jilconno@cityofdubuque.org SUSTAINABLE ENVIRONMENT ------------------------------------ Gina Bell Sustainability Director 563.690.6038 gbell@cityofdubuque.org *61 .11 IE:X4014 ill ;7:1101:3;1.11> [WI Cori Burbach Assistant City Manager 563.589.4110 cburbach@cityofdubuque.org LIVABLE NEIGHBORHOODS & HOUSING --------- - - --------- - - - ------ - - - - ------ - - - - ------ - - Housing & Community Development Director 563.589.4231 COMMUNITY FACILITIES ------------------------------------------------------ Gus Psihoyos City Engineer 563.589.4270 gpsihoyo@cityofdubuque.org BACKBONE SUPPORT ORGANIZATION CITY OF DUBUQUE Jason Duba Project Manager 563.589.4223 jduba@cityofdubuque.org TRANSPORTATION & MOBILITY Ryan Knuckey Director of Transportation Services 563.589.4341 rknuckey@cityofdubuque.org LAND USE Wally Wernimont Planning Services Director 563.589.4210 wwernimo@cityofdubuque.org To learn more and view progress, visit www.imaginedubuque.com Page 36 of 1171 Imagine Dubuque Overview -110 Recommendations Not Started 5 (5i) 0 On Track 89 (81 i) Off Track 6 (5i) 0 At Risk 2 (2i) Achieved 8 (7%) Imagine Dubuque I Council Update Economic Prosperity The following status definitions are used to provide an update on progress toward Imagine Dubuque's recommendations. Not Started 1 (11 i) In Progress Statuses: • On Track 7 (78i) On Track: Recommendation implementation is moving forward, with multiple actions in motion and steady progress being made towards realizing the recommendation, or recommendation implementation is ongoing with continuity and growth in • At Risk 1 (11 i) progress. Off Track: Recommendation implementation is in the early stages of moving forward by way of active organizing, connecting with partners, planning and data collection, and/or a few early action items. - Recommendation implementation has not yet begun, has a roadblock or made little progress. Needs will vary and may include funding, coordination, time, and staffing. Work on this recommendation has not begun. Completed Status: Achieved: Recommendation has been completed and work on it has ended. 2025-09-10 - 01:44:58PM CDT Page 37 of 117421 # Name Status Assigned TO Last Comment 1.1.1 Continue ongoing efforts to diversify On Track Jason FY 23-24 CAPITAL PROJECT EXPANSIONS TOTAL Dubuque s economy, including all sectors and White 5 New Expansions 72 New Jobs 82,000 New Space (sq. ft.) $46,905,000 Investment all employment types and categories. Behnke Enterprises, Inc. I HODGE I Crown Cork & Seal I Vanguard Enterprises I WHKS & Co. 1.1.2 Convene local employers attracting talent from On Track Jason Tri-State Veterans Network Meeting elsewhere and from the region, identify White Thursday, January 25, 2024 — 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. successes and challenges based upon local employer experiences, and develop a AccessDubuqueJobs.com Career Fair - Platteville comprehensive'hyper-local' approach to Tuesday, January 30, 2024 — 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. overall diverse talent attraction and development, including a local talent pipeline. Distinctively Dubuque Session 1-January 31 to February 28, 2024 HR Cohort Tuesday, February 6th from 8 — 9:30a.m. o Colleen Callahan, Director of US Support Operations with PBS Systems o Mitch Frank, Recruiting Specialist for Dupaco Community Credit Union o Joe Vermeulen, Assistant HR Manager for Molo Companies 1.1.3 Continue to strengthen existing start-up At Risk Jill Connors As mentioned in other small business -related line items, the small business grant program funding is no longer available, so new ways would need to be business and entrepreneurial programming to found in order to achieve this goal. develop a comprehensive entrepreneurial eco- system. This system should include programs and resources, including funding, for entrepreneurs through Stage 2 growth. 1.1.4 Continue the current work of Inclusive On Track Alex Baum Continued to hold meetings for Envision Dubuque and other equity -focused initiatives. Continued to hold meetings for the Better Together Committee, which Dubuque, also formulating strategies to includes helping businesses better retain members of immigrant populations, improved navigation of systems, and helping reduce chronic absenteeism. enhance economic resiliency and mitigate the Continued to hold regular meetings of the Attendance Matters Local College Access Network (LCAN) focused on improving attendance and addressing impact of economic disruptions locally. chronic absenteeism, especially for underserved populations. Continued to update a medical interpreter database in partnership with the Dubuque County Health Department, which provides a list of both Marshallese and Spanish interpreters for local healthcare providers and businesses. Have expanded the navigator resource group meeting in partnership with the Visiting Nurse Association, and helped connect international students to businesses at the AccessDubuqueJobs career fair. Worked to address concerns for local immigrant families by sharing information and connections to legal experts, identifying funding to help families in crisis, and coordinating local needs. Continued the work of Envision 2030, a community visioning program aimed at identifying impactful projects through community engagement that Dubuque can work to achieve. Continued to partner with the City of Dubuque in the CFLeads Economic Mobility Action Network cohort, which works to deepen economic mobility work in Dubuque. Continued to present findings from the Community Equity Profile, and the Immigration Community Assessment to local partners. Have begun developing the 2025 Data Walk. dousing Recommendations # Name Status Assigned TO Last Comment 1.2.1 Work with local residential realtors to Not Started Alexis Staff is still projecting to work on this effort in FY 26. understand why families choose or do not Steger choose Dubuque when purchasing a new home. Once understood, use this data to identify suitable development sites for new homes. 1.2.2 Foster the development of new and additional On Track Alexis The city has exceeded the number of housing units for projected need, should all proposed developments come to fruition. Typically, several proposed housing products in suitable locations Steger developments do not move forward, so the City continues to offer incentives in the form of Tax Increment Financing. The State Legislature has proposed 2025-09-10 - 01:44:58PM CDT Page 38 of 117321 throughout the City. 1.2.3 Continue the current work of Inclusive On Track Dubuque, also formulating strategies to enhance economic resiliency and mitigate the impact of economic disruptions locally. Name changes to the property tax calculations that could interrupt the city's ability to provide meaningful TIF incentives. Should this legislation pass, staff will need to revisit incentives that can be provided if the housing needs cannot be met with current developments. Alex Baum Continued to hold meetings for Envision Dubuque and other equity -focused initiatives. Continued to hold meetings for the Better Together Committee, which includes helping businesses better retain members of immigrant populations, improved navigation of systems, and helping reduce chronic absenteeism. Continued to hold regular meetings of the Attendance Matters Local College Access Network (LCAN) focused on improving attendance and addressing chronic absenteeism, especially for underserved populations. Continued to update a medical interpreter database in partnership with the Dubuque County Health Department, which provides a list of both Marshallese and Spanish interpreters for local healthcare providers and businesses. Have expanded the navigator resource group meeting in partnership with the Visiting Nurse Association, and helped connect international students to businesses at the AccessDubuqueJobs career fair. Worked to address concerns for local immigrant families by sharing information and connections to legal experts, identifying funding to help families in crisis, and coordinating local needs. Continued the work of Envision 2030, a community visioning program aimed at identifying impactful projects through community engagement that Dubuque can work to achieve. Continued to partner with the City of Dubuque in the CFLeads Economic Mobility Action Network cohort, which works to deepen economic mobility work in Dubuque. Continued to present findings from the Community Equity Profile, and the Immigration Community Assessment to local partners. Have begun developing the 2025 Data Walk. Status Assigned Last Comment TO 1.3.1 Work with the city's broadband providers to On Track Dave Lyons Fiber collaboration is on track. Working with mobile carriers to improve 5G wireless capacities. ensure the city's technological future, given its implications for the city's business growth and employment growth. 1.3.2 Collaborate with Kennedy Mall ownership and On Track Jason surrounding major centers to support regional White retail. Planning Services worked with Kennedy Mall ownership to amend the PUD regulating the mall in order to increase allowed signage, decrease parking requirements, and remove the cap on developable area. 2025-09-10-01:44: 58PM CDT Page 39 of 117321 # Name 2.1.1 Continue the efforts of the Bee Branch Watershed Flood Mitigation Project to mitigate health and environmental hazards in Washington, Point, and North End neighborhoods. Sustainable Environment The following status definitions are used to provide an update on progress toward Imagine Dubuque's recommendations On Track 11 (100i) In Progress Statuses: - Recommendation implementation is moving forward, with multiple actions in motion and steady progress being made towards realizing the recommendation, or recommendation implementation is ongoing with continuity and growth in progress. - Recommendation implementation is in the early stages of moving forward by way of active organizing, connecting with partners, planning and data collection, and/or a few early action items. - Recommendation implementation has not yet begun, has a roadblock or made little progress. Needs will vary and may include funding, coordination, time, and staffing. Work on this recommendation has not begun. Completed Status: Achieved: Recommendation has been completed and work on it has ended Assigned Last Comment To On Track Gus Three Bee Branch Watershed green alleys are under construction. Completion is anticpated the fall 2025. Psihoyos Bee Branch Stormwater Pumping Station Project was awarded in February 2025 and is under construction and will be substantially complete by the end of 2026. The $28 million in proposed improvements will help protect over 220 residential properties and over 120 nonresidential properties from flooding. It will be funded with federal grants totaling $15.7 million. The FY24-25 CIP budget includes $725,000 to continue the site cleanup and move into design for the Bee Branch Maintenance Facility (former Blum site). It also includes $125,000 to design floodproofing measures at the Water Plant that would help ensure the availability of potable water for the Dubuque community even under extreme flooding conditions. The FY25-29 5-year CIP budget also includes funding to start designing the North End Storm Sewer Improvements in FY28. 2.1.2 Continue to implement the Catfish Creek On Track Eric on track Watershed Management Plan to protect Schmechel creeks, sensitive ecological habitats, and promote conservation -minded development. Name Status Assigned Last Comment TO 2025-09-10-01:44:58PM CDT Page 40 of 117321 2.2.1 Continue to implement the 50 i by 2030 On Track Gina Bell City formed an internal Green Team which immediately implemented a pilot for food scrap diversion in City Hall. Sustainability staff completed a Know Your Climate Action Resiliency Plan by focusing on Bike Rights handout and will begin distribution. Supported a Alternative Transportation (Bike / Walk /Transit) to Work Week competition to encourage waste reduction, transportation improvements, participation. Green Iowa members distributed Energy Saver Kits to residents at the Farmers Market for home energy efficiency improvements. and energy efficiency of homes and businesses to achieve climate goals and renewables. 2.2.2 Support mobile air quality monitoring to increase citizen awareness and identify and target toxic hot spots. On Track Mary Rose no report received from University of Dubuque who is using the hand held monitors Corrigan # Name Status Assigned TO Last Comment 2.3.1 Continue Healthy Homes strategy as part of On Track Nicole Lytle The City of Dubuque has completed 3 properties with their Healthy Homes Program, and 12 properties with the Lead Paint Program. the CHANGE and Bee Branch revitalization efforts. 2.3.2 Continue to implement the Emerald Ash On Track Stephen J. 153 trees were planted as a part of the Branching Out Dubuque grant program and City tree planting projects. Staff is working on coordinating fall tree Borer Readiness Plan to maintain safe and Fehsal plantings. healthy neighborhoods. 2.3.3 Seek partnership opportunities to increase On Track Kaytlan Continuous and new partnerships with organizations, schools, businesses and private landowners to increase pollinator friendly habitats in the Dubuque area. localized native plant, pollinator habitat, and Moeller edible landscaping in public spaces. # Name Status Assigned To 2.4.1 Conserve areas near water trails and canoe On Track Kaytan launches, serene places to escape the city, and Moeller viewpoints to watch migratory birds, shown on the Environmental Factors Map. Last Comment Continued stewardship on existing migratory bird flyway regions as well as protection of newly established watershed management areas. # Name Status Assigned Last Comment TO 2.5.1 Promote educational programming and On Track Kaytlan Building capacity through leveraging community partnerships to actively engage youth in environmental education. partnerships that enable children to experience Moeller nature. 2025-09-10-01:44:58PMCDT Page 41 of 117421 2.5.2 Explore incentives for backyard and curbside On Track Bev Wagner Ongoing education and marketing efforts on the benefits of composting. composting that reduce the proportion of landfilled food waste. 2.5.3 Explore a community -wide Zero Waste Policy On Track Jacob During this period, a community survey gathered input from over 400 respondents on ways tc that creates a closed-circuit economy of low- Jansen impact or reduced consumption lifestyle and marketplace for post -consumer products. 2025-09-10-01:44: 58PM CDT Page 42 Of 117321 Social + Cultural Vibrancy The following status definitions are used to provide an update on progress toward Imagine Dubuque's recommendations. • Not Started 3 (10i) In Progress Statuses: • On Track 21 (68i) Recommendation implementation is moving forward, with multiple actions in motion and steady progress being • Off Track 2 (6%) made towards realizing the recommendation, or recommendation implementation is ongoing with continuity and growth in progress. • At Risk 1 (3 i) Off Track: Recommendation implementation is in the early stages of moving forward by way of active organizing, • Achieved 4 (13%) connecting with partners, planning and data collection, and/or a few early action items. _ Recommendation implementation has not yet begun, has a roadblock or made little progress. Needs will vary and may include funding, coordination, time, and staffing. work on this recommendation has not begun. Completed Status: Achieved: Recommendation has been completed and work on it has ended. # Name Status FA,,,gned Last Comment 3.1.1 Colleges, institutions - consider purchasing On Track Brittany Funding for Local food for schools is not renewed for the upcoming year, so progress may slow in the next quarter from more than one contracted vendor to Demezier increase local purchasing. 3.1.2 Support food production spaces & On Track Mary Food Recovery is still active and has even expanded in our community. In partnership with Main Street's Farmers Market, farmers will now have an option to establishment of Community Supported Bridget be paid for their local goods or donate their local goods to Food Pantry. Agriculture; make City land available for food Deutsch production. 3.1.3 Communicate with other "food cities" to share Off Track Gina Bell No work has been done in this area. This has not been a priority for the office and we have limited capacity to do this at this time. ideas as this (3.1.2) develops in Dubuque. 3.1.4 Recreation programming can have cooking On Track LaMetra The Multicultural Family Center (MFC) is committed to addressing food insecurity and the rising costs of food by actively applying for grants to support its classes addressing social (food Murdock goal of becoming a community food bank. In addition to providing essential food resources, the MFC offers a variety of educational and cultural enrichment insecurity/cost), educational (enhanced opportunities through programs and events such as Marshallese Constitution Day, Juneteenth Celebrations, and ongoing initiatives like Cultural Cafe, learning) and cultural (inclusion, Veterans Cafe, Beyond the Pages Book Club, after school/summer Teen Programming, and Spanish Cafe. All events and programs hosted by the MFC are communication) needs. free and open to community members, ensuring a welcoming space of belonging for all. 3.1.5 Consider food access as an objective of the On Track Ryan Federal Grants are in place for the AOPP Grant. RFP to council in the next month. City's transit systems. Knuckey 3.1.6 Evaluate whether local solid waste can begin Achieved Ken Miller During FY22 311 cubic yards of USCC Certified Compost was distributed at no cost to Dubuque residents. The program will continue to offer compost to to incorporate a compost component, similar residents moving forward. to Des Moines, that would provide a source of compost for local gardens & production. 2025-09-10-01:44: 58PM CDT Page 43 of 117321 � .7 Consider an active policy supporting front yard Not Started Mary Rose food gardening. Corrigan Name no efforts have been made by Health Dept on this goal. There is no ordinance prohibiting this practice I Status I Assigned Last Comment 3.2.1 Incorporate and support recommendations On Track Alex Baum Continued with an initiative through Project HOPE to support small organizations and grassroots efforts in underserved communities, utilizing the Project from the 2017 update of the Community HOPE Capacity Building Playbook. This is part of an effort to build community engagement and community power within these communities. Currently Solutions Action Plan into the implementation working with four organizations to help provide additional support. Continued to partner wit the City on the CFLeads Economic Mobility Action Network program for Imagine Dubuque. cohort. Through Project HOPE and the Better Together Committee engaged in analysis of current vulnerabilities for the local community given changes in federal policy and funding. Utilized this analysis to develop communication plans and playbooks for local service members in order to respond to potential challenges. Continued to engage community members around the Community Equity Profile and the 2024 Data Walk. Have started the process of developing the 2025 Data Walk. In addition, engaged additional underserved communities by targeted outreach from the Better Together Committee and connections through Project HOPE. 3.2.2 Support and further community learning about On Track Alex Baum Promoted DEI best practices through Envision Dubuque meetings and continued public engagements on the Community Equity Profile. Continued to provide best practices in equity and inclusion. trainings and speaking on best practices for including immigrant populations. The Better Together Committee has shared Know Your Rights information and other best practices to help keep immigrant families safe. Have continued partnering with local stakeholders on a youth summit connected to DEI best practices. 3.2.3 Work with community providers including non- On Track Alex Baum Continued to partner with the City of Dubuque and other community partners on childcare access. Continue to implement the Business Champions for Child profits, faith communities, and Dubuque -area Care fund, which raises money to grant to child care centers to expand capacity and increase salaries. Supported care centers through the Every Child Reads colleges and universities to expand childcare program. Have worked to map and advertise summer literacy opportunities in order to help prevent the summer slide by bolstering learning opportunities. options and resources, whether through on -site programs, clearinghouses for providers, or other means. Recommendations # Name Status Assigned TO Last Comment 3.3.1 Work with the City's Leisure Services On Track Bonnie Working with Dubuque's Sister City Committee on the International park updates. Department to consider where and how Spurling recreation programming and use of public parks can bring cultural and arts events to neighborhoods that are isolated or distant from downtown. 3.3.2 Evaluate public transit and municipal parking On Track Ryan Federal Grants are approved and confirmed 7-15-25, The RFP for the AOPP Grant and On -Street Parking will go to council shortly. policies relative to their success or gaps in Knuckey providing weekend and evening access to key arts and culture facilities, particularly in Downtown Dubuque and around emerging areas and venues. 3.3.3 Promote partnerships to co -market events at Not Started Bonnie This initiative has not been undertaken by staff or the commission. Ongoing work in the area of the arts will be focused on implementing the the University of Dubuque's Heritage Center Spurling recommendations in the arts and culture master plan. and the Arts @ Clarke series as part of the City's overall offerings. 3.3.4 Through partnerships with the Multicultural Family Center, senior citizen organizations/providers, the city's educational system, and local universities, explore ways to expand how residents think about "culture" and On Track Bonnie New staff, who started July 5, 2023, will get up to speed on this recommendation with the assistance of the arts commission and provide future reports. Spurling 2025-09-10 - 01:44:58PM CDT Page 44 Of 117421 I "arts" to include new and emerging forms and expressions. # Name Status 3.4.1 Recognizing the importance of historic Achieved preservation and adaptive reuse, promote waste recovery, and consider recruiting a Habitat for Humanity Restore or other building reuse retailer. 3.4.2 Illustrate the tangible economic and On Track sustainability benefits —direct, indirect, and induced —to Dubuques economy and community from the work done by the City's historic preservation programming and the city's private and public sector partners. Communicate these benefits consistently to all of Dubuque's many constituencies. 3.4.3 Work with Dubuques regional development On Track community to identify and access new and emerging funding options, including crowd funding, to support the ongoing rehabilitation of the city's historic properties. 3.4.4 Expand existing programs, such as HEART, to On Track train additional local workers in preservation - related building trades. 3.5.1 Name Assess options for improving trash collection in Downtown Dubuque. Status Achieved 3.5.2 Review sidewalk implementation and repair On Track plans, particularly for JFK Road and portions of Dodge Street, to identify places where better sidewalks would contribute to greater safety. Assigned Last Comment To Ken Miller Restore opened in December 2022. Bill Doyle Generally speaking, illustrating the economic benefits is somewhat challenging and in some ways these projects seem to be taken "for granted:' There are efforts underway to help change this perception. See Heritage Works 10 Year retrospective and plans ahead. https:#partners.dubuque365.com/ink/365ink479.pdf Bill Doyle Funding options for rehabilitation remain the same. There are some concepts being explored by setting up new funding sources via non-profit structures that remain in their infancy. Becky We continue to grow our team and our reach and appreciate your support in our efforts. Thank you! Bodish Assigned To Jacob Jansen Last Comment All downtown customers have a city -issue trash cart. Justine Hull Pending development near Kennedy Mall has piqued interest in sidewalk connectivity along JFK Rd. Analysis from University of Iowa Students are great guidelines to use and acknowledge, along with our active annual sidewalk program. 3.5.3 Assess areas of sub -standard lighting and On Track Dave Ness updating existing remaining HPS lights to LED as replacements are needed. investigate the cost and feasibility of installing additional lighting, particularly solar or LED lights; focus on Downtown Dubuque and other areas with cultural, arts, and community facilities that attract or could attract people from throughout the city. 3.5.4 Continue to support the Police Department's At Risk Jeremy This is at risk due to the State of Iowa mandates. However, the PD continues to embrace community engagement. policies and initiatives around diversity, Jensen community and understanding, including the community liaison role. 2025-09-10-01:44: 58PM CDT Page 45 of 117321 3.5.5 Explore the potential to provide training and On Track financial resources for the Police Department and community organizations around managing mental health issues in the context of public safety. 3.5.6 Foster continued partnerships between the Achieved Dubuque Police and neighborhood associations to address safety and operations, especially as new or enhanced neighborhood recreation facilities are identified and designed. Health Recommendations # Name Status 3.6.1 Actively promote partnerships and policies Off Track that address mental health and addiction, focusing on prevention and building community resilience rather than reactions. 3.6.2 Evaluate community -based options for supporting mental health, such as support groups for people experiencing depression, caregivers, and affected families. Jeremy Training has been completed. Partial funding for the law enforcement liaison was recently re -instated by the Mental Health Region. Jensen Jeremy This is pert of the PD culture since the mid-1990's. Jensen Assigned Last Comment To Mary Rose Dubuque county Opioid Task Force issued an RFP for Medicated Assisted Treatment of Opioids. Also sharing provider and MCO resources Corrigan Not Started Mary Rose awaiting start of new Iowa HHS system for mental health at the regional level. New regions established Corrigan 3.6.3 Explore the potential for Dubuque area health On Track Mary Rose Crescent CHC has conducted a pilot prescription produce program focusing on improving hypertension indicators. They will begin another pilot in the fall providers to "prescribe" fruits and Corrigan focusing on diabetes vegetables as part of a strategy to combat obesity. 3.6.4 Promote in -school healthy food actions On Track Rebecca Nutrition Education and Promotion: Schools continue to provide nutrition education and engage in including school gardens, wellness, and Fellenzer nutrition promotion that helps students develop lifelong healthy eating behaviors. exercise. # Name Status 3.7.1 Re-evaluate the parks and recreation plan, On Track potentially through a strategic update or addendum, to identify opportunities to provide flexible, programmable space; improve active recreation connectivity in neighborhoods; and enhance Dubuque's "dog -friendliness" 3.7.2 Initiate a feasibility evaluation for a Community On Track Center, potentially including indoor recreation and indoor/outdoor aquatic facilities, with an eye towards creating a multi -generational and central community gathering place that supports health, wellness, and social interaction among residents. 3.7.3 Evaluate and revise, as appropriate, the dog- On Track related policies for all of Dubuque's park and recreation facilities. Assigned Last Comment To Marie Ware The parks and recreation master plan process is in full swing with engagement sessions being held and the website available for feedback related to all areas of parks and recreation including input regarding pet facilities, flexible, programmable space and other recreation programs and amenities. The City Council recently voted to keep the dog ordinance as is. Planning for the new Rustic Point Park is at 90 % after passage of the concept plan based upon community input. The South Point subdivision park has had plans approved and is to be constructed by the developer in 2025. The Commission will be reviewing names for the park and providing a recommendation to the Council in August. Marie Ware No progress to report. A question is in the Parks and Recreation Master Plan surveys regarding the facility as outlined in this goal Stephen J. There were no updates or changes to the current pets in parks ordinance as recommended by the Parks and Recreation Commission and approved by City Fehsal Council. 2025-09-10 - 01:44:58PM CDT Page 46 of 11a 2, # I Name Status Livable Neighborhoods + Housing Legenc The following status definitions are used to provide an update on progress toward Imagine Dubuque's recommendations. 0 On Track 9 (90%) In Progress Statuses: *Achieved 1 (10%) �: Recommendation implementation is moving forward, with multiple actions in motion and steady progress being made towards realizing the recommendation, or recommendation implementation is ongoing with continuity and growth in progress. — Recommendation implementation is in the early stages of moving forward by way of active organizing, connecting with partners, planning and data collection, and/or a few early action items. — Recommendation implementation has not yet begun, has a roadblock or made little progress. Needs will vary and may include funding, coordination, time, and staffing. Work on this recommendation has not begun. Completed Status: Achieved: Recommendation has been completed and work on it has ended. Last Comment 4.1.1 Continue to review the City's codes and On Track Alexis The City was picked by MMP students to evaluate the nuisance enforcement efforts, and tie those efforts to each ordinance/policy. The goal will be to have incentives to ensure what is working continues, Steger an understandable expectation for living in Dubuque, what constitutes a nuisance and reduce any duplicated efforts/ordinances in this area. and that any other barriers are a priority to address and remove. 4.1.2 Recognizing the importance of historic Achieved Ken Miller ReStore opened in December 2022. preservation and adaptive reuse, promote waste recovery and consider recruiting a Habitat for Humanity ReStore or other building reuse retailer. 4.1.3 Illustrate the tangible economic and On Track Bill Doyle This remains an ongoing messaging program. sustainability benefits —direct, indirect, and induced —to Dubuques economy and community from the work done by the City's historic preservation program and the city's private and public sector partners. Communicate these benefits consistently to all local, state and federal constituencies. 2025-09-10-01:44:58PM CDT Page 47 of 1 W421 4.1.4 Identify and collaborate with new partners in On Track Anderson This month, we have been able to work with the parks division to donate remaining plants to the Langworthy Neighborhood Associations other fields, such as health and welfare, Sainci environmental, education, and the cultural arts to strengthen the links between Dubuque's neighborhoods and their evolving story. 4.1.5 Promote mixed -use development both On Track Shena The City is actively working on an update to the Unified Development Code which will consider amendments that would promote infill development in the downtown, within the John F. Kennedy Road Moon downtown. Corridor, and key intersections along the Southwest Arterial. These mixed -use areas should provide a variety of residential choices, access to goods and services, and neighborhood amenities like parks and schools within a walkable environment. Housing Recommendations # Name Status Assigned TO Last Comment 4.2.1 Support the City's inspection programs as well On Track Mike Continuing implementation of CitizenServe Permitting and Inspection Software. Rental Licensing and Code Enforcement modules are live and operational. as the Green and Healthy Homes Initiative. Belmont 4.2.2 Monitor affordability and housing stress, an On Track Mary The Community Development Advisory Commission held a public hearing on January 15, 2025 at 5:30pm for the FINAL Analysis of Impediments to Fair important health indicator, annually. Bridget Housing. HUD published in the Federal Register a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) entitled "Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing." The proposed Deutsch rule implements the Fair Housing Act's (FHA) statutory mandate to affirmatively further fair housing (AFFH), which directs HUD to ensure that the agency and its program participants proactively take meaningful actions to overcome patterns of segregation, promote fair housing choice, eliminate disparities in opportunities, and foster inclusive communities free from discrimination. HUD established requirements for all localities receiving federal assistance to affirmatively further fair housing. The Fair Housing Act (FHA) requires HUD and its recipients of federal financial assistance to do more than simply not discriminate; they must take meaningful actions to overcome patterns of segregation and foster inclusive communities. These regulations require entitlement jurisdictions to engage in fair housing planning. The Analysis of Impediments will become part of the City of Dubuque s Consolidated Plan, which is a HUD required document which is in effect for a five-year period. The Community Development Advisory Commission set a public hearing on February 19, 2025, at 5:30pm for the FY2026-FY2030 Draft Consolidated Plan and FY26 Pre -Allocation Annual Action Plan for the use of Community Development Block Grant funds. The City of Dubuque receives Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds on an annual basis from the U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development on an entitlement basis. The City of Dubuque must use a public process to plan for, use, and evaluate the impact of these federal resources in the community. The City of Dubuque held focus groups that included over 60 community partners and residents representing a wide range of organizations, backgrounds, and demographics in the Dubuque community, 11 stakeholder interviews, and 458 survey responses. Quantitative and qualitative data was used throughout the entire Consolidated Plan process. The CDBG Consolidated Plan and Annual Action Plan is the City of Dubuque's plan to provide decent, affordable housing, create economic opportunity, and suitable living environments with CDBG funds. City staff and partner organizations deliver activities designed to increase affordability, availability and accessibility, and sustainability of resources in the community. 4.2.3 Look to increase wages and self-sufficiency On Track Jill Connors Econ Dev staff work with Greater Dubuque Development staff to attract and retain quality employers. opportunities in the community to make housing more attainable. Housing staff facilitate a family self-sufficiency program. Following a September 2022 City Council approval of the use of more aggressive housing incentives, City staff have reviewed plans for the creation of more than 2,000 housing units in a variety of price points and rental/ownership. 48 have recently come to fruition and the 201-unit project on Hawthorne Street has begun construction. An additional multi -year project that would bring another 180 multi -residential units online has executed a DA and begun construction along Cedar Cross Road. Once the housing inventory is increased, we expect the effect of supply and demand to cause the cost of housing to be more affordable generally. 4.2.4 Adopt and implement a mix of On Track Gina N/A educational/outreach programs to increase Hodgson housing provider participation in Housing Choice Voucher program. 4.2.5 Adopt and implement a mix of financial On Track Gina N/A incentives/policies for creation of Housing Hodgson Choice Voucher units throughout community. 2025-09-10 - 01:44:58PM CDT Page 48 of 11, P 3 21 # I Name Community Facilities MEMLI The following status definitions are used to provide an update on progress toward Imagine Dubuque's recommendations. 0 Not Started 1 (8%) n Progress Statuses: I f♦ On Track 6 (46%) �: Recommendation implementation is moving forward, with multiple actions in motion and steady progress being • Off Track 3 (23%) made towards realizing the recommendation, or recommendation implementation is ongoing with continuity and growth in progress. • Achieved 3 (23%) - Recommendation implementation is in the early stages of moving forward by way of active organizing, connecting with partners, planning and data collection, and/or a few early action items. - Recommendation implementation has not yet begun, has a roadblock or made little progress. Needs will vary and may include funding, coordination, time, and staffing. Work on this recommendation has not begun. Completed Status: Achieved: Recommendation has been completed and work on it has ended. Status Assigned Last Comment 5.1.1 Continue to expand the sanitary sewer On Track Todd Irwin Old MITI Road Lift Station and force main projects - Phases 1 thru 4: Phase 1 is under construction. Phase 2 is under contract and starting in August. collection system to meet growth needs, Phases 3 & 4 are out for RFQ for a design consultant. particularly in proximity to the Southwest Arterial, the West End, and the South Port. 5.1.2 Utilize the results of the water system dynamic On Track Chris Lester The dynamic water model is in use, improving water pressure, providing balanced stability and fire suppression, and more effective use of water towers model (currently under development) to and tanks. identify current needs, as well as plan for By moving water more efficiently, there is less aging of water and improved quality. The model helps report back with water main break data, identifying future growth of the community. breaks, material, age, elevation and whether there is a need for air release. 5.1.3 Continue the integration of the former Vernon Achieved Chris Lester Project is completed and meeting expansion needs. Township and Barrington Lakes water systems into the overall City of Dubuque system. 5.1.4 Update the city-wide stormwater management ordinance to guide future growth and development and to address onsite infiltration and sustainable development practices. Off Track Maxwell MS4 permit cycle has expired. Team is working on updates to permit with IDNR and has also rebuilt MS4 compliance tracking system as the program O'Brien previously used was discontinued with no warning from the software manufacturer. Ordinance update discussions are ongoing with the team. 2025-09-10 - 01:44:58PM CDT Page 49 of 1 W321 5.1.5 Continued expansion of fiber optic access On Track Dave Lyons Nearing Universal availability. Analyzing remaining gaps with providers for collaborative solutions throughout the community. 5.1.6 Partner with Green Dubuque and other similar Off Track Gina Bell There is a lack of organizations focused on supporting the 50% by 2030. Sustainability Team is working on outreach plan to increase participation of organizations to define metrics to monitor individuals and groups even if not formal entities. progress on environmental goals as outlined in the 50% by 2030 Climate Action and Resiliency Plan. # Name Status Assigned TO Last Comment 5.2.1 Ensure budget and staffing needs for all City On Track Jenny The Fiscal Year 2023 budget included the addition of 30 full-time employees and the Fiscal Year 2024 budget included the addition of 22 full-time Departments as Dubuque's population grows. Larson employees, which are unprecedented increases in the City's workforce. 5.2.2 Identify and document deficiencies of existing Achieved Jessica Moving will happen to 7900 Chavenelle 911 Communications Center and explore George facility expansion. 5.2.3 Continue to explore the possibility of adding a Achieved Jeremy Substations are not needed due to the true mobility of officers. This has shifted into resource allocation. police substation to further community Jensen policing efforts and adequate geographic coverage. 5.2.4 Explore potential future sites for an additional On Track Amy Contingent upon approval of station location study or relocated fire station with access to the Scheller Southwest Arterial. # I Name Assigned Last Comment To 5.3.1 Explore the potential for a small library branch Not Started Nick Most recent public feedback indicated need for renovations to existing 11th Street location as opposed to a second location. within the West End. Rossman 5.3.2 Monitor market conditions and strategically implement the Chaplain Schmitt Island Master Plan and other emerging plans. 5.3.3 Repurpose the Five Flags Center according to outreach studies to better showcase and utilize the storied downtown venue. Off Track Jill Connors Planning and development of new amenities on Chaplain Schmitt Island have slowed significantly, although the construction of the Key Hotel and the amphitheater continue. On Track Marie Ware Instead of repurposing the City Council approved a $23 million renovation project for the Five Flags Civic Center. After the selection of the management firm a project RFP for architectural and engineering services will be targeted to be released in late Q3 to early Q4 of 2025. 2025-09-10 - 01:44:58PM CDT Page 50 of 1 W321 Transportation + Mobility The following status definitions are used to provide an update on progress toward Imagine Dubuque's recommendations On Track 12 (100%) In Progress Statuses: - Recommendation implementation is moving forward, with multiple actions in motion and steady progress being made towards realizing the recommendation, or recommendation implementation is ongoing with continuity and growth in progress. - Recommendation implementation is in the early stages of moving forward by way of active organizing, connecting with partners, planning and data collection, and/or a few early action items. - Recommendation implementation has not yet begun, has a roadblock or made little progress. Needs will vary and may include funding, coordination, time, and staffing. Work on this recommendation has not begun. Completed Status: Achieved: Recommendation has been completed and work on it has ended # Name Status Assigned TO Last Comment 1 6.1.1 In the JFK corridor, identify short-term and On Track Justine Hull Pending development along this corridor, mainly near Kennedy Mall, requires review of sidewalk connectivity in the short-term. Other small sections are long-term opportunities to facilitate a more waiting on development. JFK sidewalk project from Asbury to NW Arterial is complete as of 2023, to help with connectivity. Staff continues to use the Tri- complete pedestrian network. State Ped and Bike Plan to determine projects and help with advocating for funding. Engineering is working with Public Works on ADA ramp project throughout the City and around city trees that cause trip hazards. 6.1.2 For all Dubuque corridors, assess On Track Justine Hull Upcoming projects like the B2E2 (Building Bridges to Elevate Employment) with the 14th St. Overpass, 16th St, Elm St., and the surrounding areas have opportunities to plan and design for complete complete street elements involved in design. Similarly with the East-West Corridor Project design along University Ave from Penn Ave. to Delhi St. The Bike street elements during each stage of Lane Pilot Project along E 9th St and E 10th St have been included in the annual pavement marking project and analysis is being completed for determining maintenance and project development cycle. success and use. TAP Grant for the Lower Bee Branch Connection along Pine St. near the JOTC to connect to the piloted bike lanes is under project development with grant funding. 6.1.3 Work from the City's comprehensive network On Track Justine Hull Schmitt Island Connector Trail was completed from the Peosta Bridge to the McAlleece Park. City staff within the Mobility Team have been keen on using plan for Complete Streets, including the Tri- the DMATS Long Range planning and the Bike/Ped Plan as a guide for network connectivity. Conversations State Biking/Walking Plan and the Dubuque Metropolitan Area Transportation Study 2045 regarding future projects are happening often. Policy changes and funding discussions are a topic of deep discussion. Long Range Transportation Plan, when making investment decisions in individual corridors. 2025-09-10-01:44: 58PM CDT Page 51 Of 117321 6.1.4 When properties redevelop, as appropriate, On Track Shena The City is actively working on an update to the Unified Development Code which will consider amendments that may promote infill development and work to re -orient development to the street Moon revised parking requirements throughout the city. level. rather than separated from the street by ublic Transportation Recommendations # Name Status Assigned To 6.2.1 Continue making improvements to the fixed- On Track Jodi route bus service that provides efficient travel Johnson options, focusing on high -performing transit corridors. Last Comment The Area's of Persistent Poverty Grant RFP is getting updated and will go out this Fall. 6.2.2 Continue to extend bus service hours where it On Track Jodi Through the Area's of Persistent Poverty Grant The Jule will receive public input on transportation needs for the residents of Dubuque. is most effective and provides valued Johnson accessibility improvements to the community. Look for opportunities to provide more efficient and direct routes to connect residents to resources and amenities. # Name 6.3.1 Given the current competitive nature of the airline industry, advocate for airline service expansion at the Dubuque Regional Airport. This includes continuing to leverage local incentive funding to target expansion of airline service 6.3.2 Target new development around the airport to more compatible uses such as light industrial, warehousing, and agriculture. Uses such as residential are particularly sensitive to airplane operations noise. 6.4.1 Name Understanding the critical importance surrounding communities play in staffing jobs in Dubuque, continue to collaborate with surrounding state Departments of Transportation to promote safe, efficient regional roadway connections through Dubuque. 2025-09-10 - 01:44:58PM CDT On Track Assigned To Todd Dalsing Last Comment As of May all SCASD funds have been used. Working with City Manger to identify additional MRG funds. On Track Jill Connors A recent meeting between City/airport staff and a local developer was held to share the opportunities available in the area, in the hopes of attracting appropriate uses. Staff also met with a consulting team to see whether they could assist with marketing the property to potential tenants. Status Assigned Last Comment TO On Track Bob Schiesl Greater Dubuque Development Corporation's Access to Markets webpage outlines roadways, air service and freight to help businesses understand Dubuque's connections. Dubuque Metropolitan Area Transportation Study (DMATS) convenes the City, County, regional coalition of governments (ECIA), the Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin Departments of Transportation, transportation agencies and community leaders to respond to and plan for the region's transportation needs. DMATS staff and partners to continually update the long range transportation plan. The Southwest Arterial was completed in August 2020, becoming designated as US Highway 52 and providing an important highway connection between US Highway 20 and US Highway 61/151. The rehabilitation and reconstruction of the Northwest Arterial from US20 to JFK Road was completed in August 2023, to bring it into a state of good repair Page 52 of 1 W321 as part of its transfer of jurisdiction from the Iowa DOT to the City of Dubuque following the completion of the Southwest Arterial. In 2022, the City received a $2.3 million RAISE Planning Grant to assist with the $4.4 million planning and design costs of the B2E2 project. The Dubuque Racing Association (DRA) provided a $750,000 contribution as a local cash match to make the planning grant a passibility. In June 2024, the City was awarded a $25 million Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability and Equity (RAISE) Infrastructure Implementation Grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation. The total construction cost for the initial phases of the B2E2 project is estimated to be $38.7 million. In addition to the $25 million RAISE grant, Dubuque Metropolitan Area Transportations Study (DMATS) will contribute $9.2 million, the City will contribute $3.6 million, and the Canadian Pacific Kansas City railroad will contribute $1 million. With the $4.4 million dollars in planning and engineering costs, the total expenditure for the project will exceed $43 million. Construction will be completed in phases from 2027 to 2030. 6.4.2 Through political and funding channels, On Track Bob Schiesl The Dubuque Metropolitan Area Transportation Study and Regional Planning Affiliation 8 completed a Passenger Rail Feasibility Study that examines the continue to advocate for passenger rail service establishment of a Rockford -to -Dubuque route, providing an important part of the planning if Chicago to Dubuque service is to be realized. and a complete four -lane highway connection to Chicago. Illinois anticipates completing the first leg of service, reinstating Chicago to Rockford service by 2025. Ride the Rail is a citizen -led group working to advocate for rail service from Chicago to Dubuque and educate the community about benefits from the service and progress toward achievement. In June 2022, US Route 20 was downsized in the City of East Dubuque from four lane to three lane in order to develop shoulders and a center turning lane. This change addressed safety concerns. ,utomobile Travel Recommendations # Name Status Assigned Last Comment TO 6.5.1 Identify the required project development steps On Track Bob Schiesl The completion of the $165 million Southwest Arterial/US Highway 52 in August 2020 is the result of an over thirty-year planning and development process. and funding to implement the City of Dubuque This project allows for the transfer of jurisdiction of the Northwest Arterial, Central Avenue, and White Street from the State of Iowa to the City of Dubuque. roadway projects prioritized in the Dubuque Metropolitan Area Transportation Study 2045 In 2022-2023 the City completed a major rehabilitation and reconstruction of the Northwest Arterial from Highway 20 to John F. Kennedy Road. Long Range Transportation Plan. Dubuque's STREETS Project leads nationally with continued improvements to traffic efficiency and safety. Continued improvement of traffic with roundabouts throughout the city, with emphasis on safety and flow for vehicles, bicycles and pedestrians. In 2022, the City received a $2.3 million RAISE Planning Grant to assist with the $4.4 million planning and design costs of the B2E2 project. The Dubuque Racing Association (DRA) provided a $750,000 contribution as a local cash match to make the planning grant a possibility. In June 2024, the City was awarded a $25 million Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability and Equity (RAISE) Infrastructure Implementation Grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation. The total construction cost for the initial phases of the B2E2 project is estimated to be $38.7 million. In addition to the $25 million RAISE grant, Dubuque Metropolitan Area Transportations Study (DMATS) will contribute $9.2 million, the City will contribute $3.6 million, and the Canadian Pacific Kansas City railroad will contribute $1 million. With the $4.4 million dollars in planning and engineering costs, the total expenditure for the project will exceed $43 million. Construction will be completed in phases from 2027 to 2030. City Council Priority Agenda Alignment 2023-2025 Complete Streets Concept Implementation: 16th St./Elm St./14th St. Railroad Overpass Project City Council Priority Agenda Alignment 2023-2025: Street Program: Direction and Funding 6.5.2 Continue being a national leader in leveraging On Track Dave Ness Continue to work on video analytics for traffic with Milestone and Irunyun. Also working on SMART Grant data standards implementation. technology and other Intelligent Transportation System solutions to improve vehicular mobility and safety on the Dubuque street network. 2025-09-10-01:44: 58PM CDT Page 53 of 117321 Serve neighborhood needs such as education, housing, and recreation equitably while maintaining a viable, livable atmosphere and reducing environmental impacts. 7.1.2 Integrate future neighborhoods into Dubuque via access to trails, open space, and other recreational and educational amenities and connections to needed goods and services. On Track Land Use The following status definitions are used to provide an update on progress toward Imagine Dubuque's recommendations. On Track 23 (96%) In Progress Statuses: • Off Track 1 (4%) - Recommendation implementation is moving forward, with multiple actions in motion and steady progress being made towards realizing the recommendation, or recommendation implementation is ongoing with continuity and growth in progress. - Recommendation implementation is in the early stages of moving forward by way of active organizing, connecting with partners, planning and data collection, and/or a few early action items. - Recommendation implementation has not yet begun, has a roadblock or made little progress. Needs will vary and may include funding, coordination, time, and staffing. work on this recommendation has not begun. Completed Status: Achieved: Recommendation has been completed and work on it has ended. Shena Moon The City is actively working on an update to the Unified Development Code which will consider amendments that will promote infill development of a variety of types of uses. On Track Shena The City continues to review all projects to ensure that access to trails, open space and other recreational educational amenities and connections are Moon considered. 7.1.3 Integrate new development into the natural On Track Shena The City is actively working on an update to the Unified Development Code which will consider amendments to landscaping and green space requirements. environment by protecting significant Moon The code will continue to and perhaps also expand on the sustainability efforts to promote protecting woodland, prairie, and wetland areas. woodland, prairie, and wetland areas and avoiding steep slopes. # Name I Status Assigned Last Comment 2025-09-10-01:44:58PM CDT Page 54 of 1 W321 7.2.1 Encourage a mix of housing affordable for all On Track Shena The City continues to offer financial incentives to encourage development of new housing and/or revitalization of existing housing. The City is actively segments of Dubuque's population throughout Moon working on an update to the Unified Development Code which will consider amendments that will promote infill development and will allow for various types the community, including options for those of residential housing types for all residents of the community. who might be saving for their first home. 7.2.2 Encourage new multi -family development in On Track Shena The City continues to offer financial incentives to encourage development of new housing and/or revitalization of existing housing in close proximity to jobs proximity to jobs to minimize transportation Moon and/or to public transit stops. The City is actively working on an update to the Unified Development Code which will consider amendments that will promote costs. infill development, and will allow for various types of residential housing types throughout the city. 7.2.3 Integrate multi -family development within On Track Shena The City is actively working on an update to the Unified Development Code which will consider amendments that will promote infill development and will mixed -use areas identified on the Future Land Moon allow for various types of residential housing types for all residents of the community. Use Map for increased access to goods and services in a walkable environment. Mixed -Use Recommendations # Name Status Assigned TO Last Comment 7.3.1 Create a vibrant environment where residents On Track Shena The City continues to plan for the creation of bike/hike trails throughout the City. The City also continues to offer incentives for the creation of housing. The can live, work, and play within walking and Moon City is actively working on an update to the Unified Development Code which will consider amendments that will promote infill development and will allow biking distance of their home and opportunity for various types of residential housing types for all residents of the community. sites throughout the community. 7.3.2 Evaluate potential modifications to the existing On Track Shena The City has begun the process to update the Unified Development Code. The update will include an evaluation of the City's current zoning districts and will C-2A Mixed -Use Neighborhood Zoning District, Moon include more research into how the City can allow for more mixed -use and residential development in the downtown, as well as others parts of the City. or creation of a new zoning classification, to accommodate larger mixed -use areas that may include ground floor residential space. 7.3.3 Work with property owners and developers to On Track Shena The City has begun the process to update the Unified Development Code. The update will include an evaluation of the City's current zoning districts and will encourage and create walkable, mixed -use Moon include recommendations for how more research into how the City can allow for more mixed -use and residential development in the downtown, as well as developments in locations identified on the others parts of the City. Future Land Use Map. 7.3.4 Integrate a variety of residential product types On Track Shena The City has begun the process to update the Unified Development Code. The update will include an evaluation of the City's current zoning districts and will in mixed -use areas, including multi -family Moon include recommendations for how the City can allow for more mixed -use and residential development in the downtown, as well as others parts of the City. products such as townhomes and apartments, but also incorporating some single-family housing. InstitutionalRecommendations # Name Status Assigned TO Last Comment 7.4.1 Support essential public facilities and services On Track Gus In 1998 the City began to extend sanitary sewer along Granger Creek, for the Dubuque Technology Park development. The Granger Creek Interceptor Sewer for future growth and ensure that everyone in Psihoyos (GCIS) extension consisted of the Granger Creek Pump Station and approximately 17,600 LF of both 20 inch and 18" diameter pipe. In 2015, the City the community has equitable access to these extended the interceptor sewer, continuing along Granger Creek and U.S. Highway 151 /61, to the Dubuque Regional Airport. The GCIS extension increased services. the sanitary Sewer Shed 4 to approximately 6,300 acres. Tamarack sewer extension project substanially completed May 2025. The Twin Ridge Sanitary Sewer Extension and Lagoon Abandonment Project extended the sanitary sewer gravity system and connect into the existing Twin Ridge Subdivision gravity sewer system along with abandoning the existing lagoon system. With the completion of this project the City will no longer need to permit, operate and maintain the lagoon system and the parcel, currently occupied by the lagoon system, would then be available for redevelopment. Twin Ridge Sewer Extension and Lagoon Abandonment was substanially completed in June 2025. The Granger Creek Lift Station Improvements Project will increase the firm pumping capacity of the existing Granger Creek Lift Station from 0.5 MGD to 2.9 MDG. The increased pumping capacity is needed to serve additional areas that are now served by the original Granger Creek Interceptor Sewer (constructed 2025-09-10 - 01:44:58PM CDT Page 55 of 11, J 3 21 in 1998) and the extension of the interceptor sewer to the Dubuque Regional Airport (constructed in 2015). The project will also provide upgrades to the existing Catfish Creek Lift Station. The installation of the new Granger Creek Lift Station control equipment, within the Catfish Creek Lift Station Building, will require some minor modifications to electrical fixtures and the replacement of the existing HVAC system, to be code compliant. Granger Creek Lift Station Upgrade is under way and approximately 80 i complete. Completion is estimated to be in October 2025. The Old Mill Road Lift Station and Force Main Project is the first of several improvements that are needed, within the Catfish Creek Interceptor Sewer system, to provide adequate capacity to serve existing development, within the City, and to allow for additional flow from future developments and the growth of the City. Once constructed and in service, the 20 MGD Old Mill Road Lift Station will intercept over 80 i of the flow which currently goes to the 8 MGD Catfish Creek Lift Station. With the reduction in flow coming from the Catfish Creek Interceptor System (West end of town), the Catfish Creek Lift Station will then be primarily dedicated to the Key West area and the growth areas along US Highway 151/61 to the airport which is served by the Granger Creek Interceptor Sewer. Currently, IDNR has issued sanitary sewer permits with peak flows totaling approximately 3.5 MGD, for the areas south of town, since 2017. The reduction in flow from the Catfish Creek Interceptor System will provide the Catfish Creek Lift Station with enough capacity to adequately serve the sewer shed into the near future. Old Mill Lift Station Project is underway, and progressing with no delays and to be completed in December 2026. Next is the excavation phase within cofferdam starting 2nd week of Feb. Design for Phase two is complete and construction will start in September 2025 and completed in December 2026. 7.4.2 Explore a new school site to serve future On Track Rob Powers The bond referendum on November 7, 2023, was voted down. the land purchase for a future elementary school has been placed on hold until further growth areas, particularly within the Southwest planning can be done. Arterial corridor. 7.4.3 Integrate new institutional uses such as On Track Shena The majority of the City's zoning districts allow places of religious exercise or assembly as a permitted use. churches or non -profits in proximity to Moon residents they serve. Such uses may be particularly appropriate in future mixed -use areas. Name Status Assigned Last Comment TO 7.5.1 Be responsive to market demands and the On Track needs of residents by providing key retail and employment centers. Ensure that such development does not impact the quality of life in adjacent residential neighborhoods. 7.5.2 Explore additional opportunities for limited On Track commercial development within neighborhoods to provide enhanced local access to day-to-day goods and services like convenience goods, dry cleaning, etc. Such uses are typically best located at major intersections. 7.5.3 Continue to concentrate commercial uses with Off Track a regional draw along major transportation corridors, including downtown. Jill Connors City staff have developed programs to support redevelopment of buildings for mixed use, and coordinate with Dubuque Initiatives to fill Central Corridor storefronts. The grant programs have been updated to make them more useful to smaller redevelopment projects. Dubuque Main Street develops and carries out grant and loan programs to improve the physical condition of downtown retail locations, as well as acts as a point of contact and collaborator to address downtown businesses' needs. Greater Dubuque Development staff engage employers to attract and retain quality jobs in our market. They have also engaged Retail Strategies consultant to identify any gaps in retail in our market. Retail Strategies represented Dubuque at a trade show in Las Vegas in spring 2025. Jill Connors Economic Development partners with Dubuque Main Street to improve downtown buildings that provide mixed -use space through their grant programs. There are concerted efforts in the Historic Millwork District and the Central Avenue Corridor to attract small businesses that serve the neighborhood. Dubuque Initiatives and Dubuque Main Street are part of the storefront strategy. The City has expressed its willingness to incentivize the attraction of a full service grocery store to the Washington Neighborhood/North End. Planning staff are currently interviewing the public and developers to see what changes may need to be made to the UDC in order to facilitate a wider variety of uses in neighborhoods. Jill Connors Greater Dubuque Development Corporation has hired Retail Strategies to attract new retail to Dubuque, but no new retailers have come to town recently. 2025-09-10-01:44:58PMCDT Page 56 Of 117421 # Name Status I Assigned TO Last Comment 7.6.1 Attract large employment centers with access On Track Jason Greater Dubuque Development, the City, and Origin Design are looking at ways to extend utility infrastructure to the Cascade Road quadrant off the SW to infrastructure facilities. Ensure that such White Arterial. development does not disproportionately impact residential areas. 7.6.2 Allow for appropriate expansion of existing On Track Jason Capital Expansion Projects industrial parks as identified on the Future White 1 New Project: (Manufacturing) Land Use Map. 4 Projects Underway: (Behnke Enterprises, HODGE, Vanguard Enterprises, WHKS & Co.) 10 Projects Under Consideration 7.6.3 Explore additional industrial development On Track Jill Connors Airport and Economic Development staff have met with a developer and separately with a consultant in an effort to find interested tenants for the land opportunities near the Dubuque Regional surrounding the airport. Airport, particularly in the U.S. Highway 61 corridor. ' Recommendations # Name ITO Status Assigned Last Comment 7.7.1 Preserve key environmental features and On Track Marie Ware The playground replacement at Welu Park is complete. Jefferson Park wall project is complete. Eagle Point Park Historic Structures Report is complete and provide recreational opportunities for all approved by City Council. An MOU was executed with Dubuque Trees Forever for Caledonia Park. segments of the population through a variety of demanded active and passive options. 7.7.2 Continue to work closely with the School On Track Marie Ware No activity to report on this goal. District to locate and, where appropriate, share facilities to serve existing and future neighborhoods. 7.7.3 Link existing and future development with On Track Jason Duba -The City plans to apply for funding from the Transportation Alternatives Program with DMATS for improvements to the Central and White Corridor. open space and trail corridors. -The downtown bike lanes on 9th Street and 10th Street and the Chaplain Schmitt Island trail connection from the bridge to the Veteran's Memorial have been installed and are being utilized. -A TAP project is planned to link the downtown bike lanes with the Bee Branch trails. It is under Iowa DOT review and can likely being constructed in 2026. This would connect downtown development, including the Millwork District, with the Bee Branch, Chaplain Schmitt Island, north side neighborhoods, and the Heritage Trail. 7.7.4 Continue to explore additional recreational On Track Stephen J. No update this quarter. opportunities along the riverfront. Fehsal 7.7.5 Work with residents and local groups to On Track Marie Ware No activity to report on this goal. explore creation of a mountain biking facility in Dubuque. 2025-09-10-01:44: 58PM CDT Page 57 Of 111321 It C C I"I A V I N C W VIABLE • LIVABLE • EQUITABLE 7) LJ A CALL TOACTIC TO AC111UR � j�i�1v rll//I ■_ �_ �'I■III �_ ' oil Elk FTV pdate • in THE CITY OF DUB E Masterpiece on the Mississippi 2017 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN I - ►UP 1 == �w 1.0 What is the purpose of our Compreheri4;ive Plan? • Policy guide for community's physical, social, and economic development. • Informs City Council goal setting, annual budget priorities, and land use decisions. • City staffboards. commissions and 1P I community partners are ..aimu actic,, , to implement the Plan's 110 recommendations. Page 59 of 1171 •111111191111kTm=lite to 4111 l�Y � :r f - IDEA � r 1100010 110010 M�Ivpwm p IDEA iS000 FWAMAIM"- o�0 1l1 4CF18107irellf I J loom - A am i JIMiiiw�fiG Irllll�i i�1 iiiel �I►��'i�iji ino Tttr ciTv of � O DUB E 17 Masterpiece on the Mississippi COMPREHENSIVE P L A •11[: • • Sol r) ra • :a1111ore I"ak1itole t: mitment py a group �rtant actors from ant sectors to a ion agenda fc a specific socko A Common Agenda 00�0 Continuous Continuous i Communication Communication CONNECTORS :COORDINATORS it'r CHAMPIONS Mutually Reinforcing Activities // Shared Measurement System 7 PLAN CATEGORIES 32 PLAN SUBCATEGORIES 110 PLAN RECOMMENDATIONS ECONOMIC PROSPERITY -----------------3. NEI - - - - - - ------------ ------3� 111111111 1 I SUSTAINABLE ENVIRONMENT -- -----------'1 - - - -- - - ---;v LA.MddddJ SOCIAL &CULTURAL VIBRANCY --- -----------3. ....... ..---------- .__._3, LIVABLE NEIGHBORHOODS & HOUSING ---------------3, on ---------- ---- ------------------- ---- - ------------------ - --- - ----- -- IIIIIIIIII COMMUNITY FACILITIES .........30 MEN --------------------------------------------- -----------D. 111111111111 TRANSPORTATION & MOBILITY .............---------------------------------------- 1 LAND USE-----------� BACKBONE SUPPORT ORGANIZATION I CITY OF DUBUQUE Page 62 of 1171 IMAGINE Status Definitions DUBUQUE 2037: A CALL TO ACTION STATUS The following status definitions are used to provide an update on progress toward Imagine Dubuque's recommendations. In Progress Statuses: Qjffpco Recommendation implementation is moving forward, with multiple actions in motion and steady progress being made towards realizing the recommendation, or recommendation implementation is ongoing with continuity and growth in progress. Off Track: Recommendation implementation is in the early stages of moving forward by way of active organizing, connecting with partners, planning and data collection, and/or a few early action items. - Recommendation implementation has not yet begun, has a roadblock or made little progress. Needs will vary and may include funding, coordination, time, and staffing. ,,r-PF-i-M-1773Work on this recommendation has not begun. Completed Status: Achieved: Recommendation has been completed and work on it has ended. Page 63 of 1171 IMAGINE • DUBUQUE • 2037: A CALL TO ACTION Total Progress 2024 to ��"- 110 Recommendations 2025 88% On Track or Achieved 2024 85% tin Track or Achieved • Not Started 5 (5%) • On Track 89 (81 %) Off Track 6 (5%) • At Risk 2 (2%) • Achieved 8 (7%) u Not Started 10 (9%) 0 On Track 88 (80%) Off Track 6 (5%) • Achieved 6 (5%) Page 64 of 1171 Imaging ibuque Dashboard Imagine Dubuque I Council Update Imagine Dubuque Overview - 110 Recommendations • Not Started 6 (5%) • On Track 95 (86%) • Achieved 4 (4%) • Off Track 5 (5%) Imagine Dubuque I Council Update Economic Prosperity C Edit 1 Page 65 of 1171 ItV f DUBUQUE ubuque Webpag.c GOVERNMENT Home, Government, City Departments, Planning & Zoning , Imagine Dubuque Imagine Dubuque RESIDENTS Dubuque's comprehensive plan, "Imagine Dubuque 2037: A Call to Action," was adopted in 2017 following a year of community engagement that gathered over 12,500 ideas from more than 6,000 residents and stakeholders. The plan serves as a policy guide for the community's physical, social, and economic development. Implementation of the plan recommendations will rely on community participation, partnerships, and collaboration with residents and organizations. This is a call to action! The goal is to create a more viable, livable, and equitable community. Click here to learn more about the development of the plan and the history of comprehensive planning in Dubuque. DOING BUSINESS • IMAGINE •• DUBUQUE • 0 0 2037: A CALL TO ACTION Progress toward the plan's 110 recommendations is ongoing. The community is using a collective impact model to implement the plan. Coordinators provide quarterly updates, and the plan's current status is reflected below. The following status definitions are used to provide an update on progress toward Imagine Dubuque's recommendations. • Not Started 5 (5%) In Progress Statuses: • On Track 88 (80%) - Recommendation implementation is moving forward, • Off Track 7 (6%) with multiple actions in motion and steady progress being made towards • At Risk 2 (2%) realizing the recommendation, or recommendation implementation is • Achieved 8 (7%) ongoing with continuity and growth in progress. - Recommendation implementation is in the early stages of moving forward by way of active organizing, connecting with partners, planning and data collection, and/or a few early action items. _ Recommendation implementation has not yet begun, has a roadblock or made little progress. Needs will vary and may include funding, VISIT JSelect Language Trans Page 66 of 1171 Connector: Jill Connors, Economic Development Director 9 Recommendations 2025 78% On Track 2024 89% On Track • Not Started 1 (11 %) • On Track 7 (78%) • At Risk 1 (11 %) • Not Started 1 (11 %) • On Track 8 (89%) Page 67 of 1171 Economic Prosperity Highlight "w_ ,6AKi ..& • 1 q..jp i: i. uilq t It a tt A �. yin • � v!; f - 'J,,,�''✓ � p �' ' to • • • Page 68 of 171 gnomic Prnsnc 1( ZW O U LL: T734'6 Con ra ve e Multi -Family Development Simi 116111111110111111111111 ►`[: • The Fare Residential Subdivision • UNE 202 Connector: Gina Bell, Sustainability Director 11 Recommendations 2025 100% On Traces 2024 100% On Track i On Track 11 (100%) • On Track 11 (10096) Page 70 of 1171 rainapie , Dubuque 7� As Ah Ah 1iic r% re CONNECTING OUBUQUE"S YOUNGEST TO NATURE Connector: Cori Burbach, Assistant City Manager 31 Recommendations 2025 81% On Track or Achieved 2024 81 % D n Track or Achieved Not Started 3 (10%) • On Track 21 (68%) Off Track 2 (6%) • At Risk 1 (3%) • Achieved 4 (13%) • Not Started • On Track • Achieved 6 (19%) 22 (71 %) 3 (10%) Page 72 of 1171 Social + Cultural Vibrancy Highlight Produce Prescription Program T41 Crescent Community ri EA 1 . H CENTER an iowakuARk partner Connector: Housing & Community Development Director 10 Recommendations 2025 100% 3n Track or Achieved 2024 80% On Track or Achieved i On Track 9 (90%) • Achieved 1 (10%) • On Track 7 (70%) • Off Track 2 (20%) • Achieved 1 (10%) Page 74 of 1171 Livable Neighborhoods + Housing Highlight Unified Development Code Update Page 75 of 1171 13 Recommendations Connector: Gus Psihoyos, City Engineer 2025 70% On Track or Achieved 2024 77% On Track or Achieved • Not Started 1 (8%) • On Track 6 (46%) Off Track 3 (23%) • Achieved 3 (23%) 0 Not Started 2 (15%) • On Track 8 (62%) Off Track 1 (8%) • Achieved 2 (15%) Page 76 of 1171 04I P�o OLD MILL luill ez nigniigni n%wi 1 � � 1 j • + `� ROAD- LIFT STA I E N AUGUST 2025 UPDATE 12 Recommendations Connector: Ryan Knuckey, Transportation Services Director 2025 100% On Track 2024 92% n Track • On Track 12 (100%) • On Track 11 (92%) Off Track 1 (8%) Page 78 of 1171 Transporta L: , Lion -q Mobilit y Highlight: Complete Street: - Y EAST -WEST CORRIDOR W�E UNIVERSITY AVENUE Sk 2. a �hectY �► op UniversiiyAv p f e, e y / CENTRAL & WHITE R u n h r BOLTON & MENK a,w xaq.. n..i s.wuow. Submitted by: Bolton & Mork. Inc. 401 1st Street SE, Suite 102 Cedar Rapids, IA 52401 P: 319.362-3219 Bolton-Menk.com c`° riae 41 cd3J, Q� �e�hjS� P ge 79 of 1171 f 24 Recommendations Connector: Wally Wernimont, Planning Services Director 2025 96% On Track 2024 88% On Track On Track 23 (96%) Off Track 1 (4%) • Not Started 1 (4%) • On Track 21 (88%) Off Track 2 (8%) Page 80 of 1171 �J i r nee i,90 Lo LINCOLN WELL PROJECT FUNDED IN PART BY THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT Local Infrastructure Hub: Resource & Webinar Local Infrastructure Hub CAUMM Planning Ahead: Long Range Planning for Infrastructure Investment Webinar Recording and Summary Page 82 of 1171 act Steps 2025 AND BEYOND • Downtown Master Plan in FY27 • Updated website for marketing, outreach, and reporting • Continue to identify Champions & connect to others involved • Use Achievelt to track with other City plans • Comp Plan Update in FY28 urol %;qpyjvjpp