Proof_City Council Proceedings 10.20.25City of Dubuque
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November 17, 2025
ITEM TITLE: Minutes and Reports Submitted
SUMMARY: City Council Proceedings of November 3, 2025; Resilient
Community Advisory Commission of September 4, 2025;
Zoning Advisory Commission of October 1, 2025; Proof of
publication for City Council Proceedings of October 6 and 20,
2025; Proof of publication for expenditure reports presented
at the October 6 and 20, 2025 City Council meetings.
SUGGUESTED Receive and File
DISPOSITION:
ATTACHMENTS:
1. 11 3 25 City Council Minutes
2. Resilient Community Advisory Commission Minutes
3. Zoning Advisory Commission Minutes
4. Proof of Publication for City Council Proceedings of 10.6.25
5. Proof of Publication for Expenditure Reports Presented 10.6.25
6. Proof of Publication for City Council Proceedings of 10.20.25
7. Proof of Publication for Expenditure Reports Presented 10.20.25
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CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
SPECIAL SESSION
The Dubuque City Council met in special session at 6:00 p.m.
on October 20, 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.
Mayor Cavanagh read the call and stated this is a special
session of the City Council called for the purpose of
conducting a work session on Greater Dubuque Development
Corporation.
WORK SESSION
Greater Dubuque Development Corporation Quarterly Update
Greater Dubuque Development Corporation President and CEO
Rick Dickinson presented a quarterly update. In response to
questions, he noted that some housing units reported as in
development may not be constructed and emphasized that,
together with population growth in Dubuque County, this
underscores the continued need for additional housing.
Regarding the Union at the Marina Apartment Project, Dickinson
stated that the lot had remained vacant for 12 years, during
which local developers had ample opportunity to acquire and
develop the property. He recommended that the City continue to
prioritize project timingspecifically, accelerating
development processes while maintaining safety and regulatory
compliance. Mayor Cavanagh summarized key takeaways from the
session as considering incentives for specific types of
housing, identifying ways the City can expedite development
without compromising safety, and examining successful
practices in other communities.
There being no further business, Mayor Cavanagh declared the
meeting adjourned at 6:30 p.m.
/s/Adrienne N. Breitfelder, CMC
City Clerk
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
REGULAR SESSION
The Dubuque City Council met in regular session at 6:32 p.m.
on October 20, 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.
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. Recognize Grand River Center for Consecutive Stella
Awards: Parks and Recreation Director Matthew Kalcevich
recognized the Grand River Center and Oak View Group (OVG 360)
staff for the recent Northstar Stella award for a second
consecutive year. Grand River Center and Five Flags Civic
Center General Manager Ryan Bonifas also offered remarks
regarding the recognition.
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PROCLAMATIONS
1. Domestic Violence Awareness Month (October 2025) was
accepted by Angela Heister on behalf of Waypoint.
2. Extra Mile Day (November 1, 2025) was accepted by City of
Dubuque Community Service & Outreach Coordinator Brittney
Hayes on behalf of Extra Mile America.
CONSENT ITEMS
Motion by Resnick to receive and file the documents, adopt
the resolutions, and dispose of as indicated. Seconded by
Farber. Motion carried 7-0.
1. Minutes and Reports Submitted: City Council Proceedings
of October 6, 2025; Arts and Cultural Affairs Grants Committee
of August 14, 2025; Arts and Cultural Affairs Art on the River
Committee of July 10, 2025; Human Rights Commission of
September 9 and 16, 2025; Human Rights Commission Subcommittee
for Commissioner Handbook Update of September 16, 2025; Proof
of Publication for City Council Proceedings of September 8,
15, 22, 23, and 25, 2025. Upon motion the documents were
received and filed.
2. Notice of Claims and Suits: Leonardo Campbell Sr. for
property damage; Julie Ross for vehicle damage. Upon motion
the documents were received, filed, and referred to the 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: Leonardo Campbell Sr. for vehicle damage; Mik Kalloway
for vehicle damage; Julie Ross for vehicle damage. Upon motion
the documents were received, filed, and concurred.
4. Approval of City Expenditures: Upon motion the documents
were received and filed, and Resolution No. 328-25 Authorizing
the Chief Financial Officer/City Treasurer to make certain
payments of bills that must be paid and approved for payment
in accordance with City procedures was adopted.
5. Ratification of Approval of a First Amendment to Economic
Development Assistance Contract 23-HQJP-011 by and among McCoy
Group, Inc., the City of Dubuque, and the Iowa Economic
Development Authority: Upon motion the documents were received
and filed, and Resolution No. 329-25 Ratifying The Approval Of
A First Amendment To The Economic Development Assistance
Contract 23-HQJP-011 By And Among McCoy Group, Inc., The City
Of Dubuque, Iowa, And The Iowa Economic Development Authority
was adopted.
6. Ratification of Approval of a First Amendment to Economic
Development Assistance Contract 22-HQJP-018 by and among
Hormel Foods Corporation and Progressive Processing, LLC, the
City of Dubuque, and the Iowa Economic Development Authority:
Upon motion the documents were received and filed, and
Resolution No. 330-25 Ratifying The Approval Of A First
Amendment To The Economic Development Assistance Contract
22-HQJP-018 By And Among Hormel Foods Corporation And
Progressive Processing, LLC, The City Of Dubuque, Iowa, And
The Iowa Economic Development Authority was adopted.
7. Final Plat of Rosalynn Carter Place: Upon motion the
documents were received and filed, and Resolution No. 331-25
Approving The Final Plat Of Rosalynn Carter Place, In The City
Of Dubuque, Iowa was adopted.
8. Grass and weed cutting and garbage collection
assessments: Upon motion the documents were received and
filed, and Resolution No. 332-25 Authorizing The City To
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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
was adopted.
9. Request for Consent to Additional Equipment and
Modifications for Flag Pole Cell Tower at Madison Park: Upon
motion the documents were received and filed, and Resolution
No. 333-25 Approving A Request For Additional Equipment And
Modifications To The Flag Pole Cell Tower Located At Madison
Park was adopted.
10. Approving and Establishing Authorized City
Representatives to submit a draw of funds on Iowa Department
of Homeland Security and Emergency Management Grant for the
Bee Branch Pumping Station Project: Upon motion the documents
were received and filed, and Resolution No. 334-25 Approving
And Establishing Authorized City Representatives As Required
To Submit The Grant Reimbursement Draw On The Federal And
State Of Iowa Department Of Homeland Security And Emergency
Management FEMA Grant Of The Dubuque Bee Branch Gate & Pumping
Station Project was adopted.
11. 2024 SRF Green Alley Project - Voluntary Assessment
Petition and Waiver Agreements: Upon motion the documents were
received and filed, and Resolution No. 335-25 Approving
Voluntary Assessment Petition And Waiver Agreements For The
2024 SRF Green Alley Project and Resolution No. 336-25
Resolution Of Necessity For Voluntary Assessment Petition And
Waiver Agreements For The 2024 SRF Green Alley Project were
adopted.
12. Trackline Sanitary Sewer Reconstruction Project -
Consulting Engineering Services RFQ Award: City Manager
recommended WHKS & Co for engineering services for the design
of the Track Line Sanitary Sewer Reconstruction Project and
authorize the City Manager to negotiate an agreement and
execute a contract not to exceed $500,000 with WHKS & Co for
said services. Upon motion the documents were received, filed,
and approved.
13. Signed Contracts: Continental Fire Sprinkler Company for
Fire Protection System Repair, Replace, and Test Fire
Sprinkler Heads -Acceptance of Quote and Contract; Dubuque
Community School District for School Resources Officers for
School Year 2025- 2026; Dubuque Fire Equipment for Various
maintenance on fire extinguishers and other fire equipment;
Dubuque Initiatives for professional services; Dukes for Root
Roaming Sewer Pipe; Eide Bailly LLP Master Services Agreement;
Green Iowa AmeriCorps for the AmeriCorps Host Site; LBC
Framing and Electrical for Various electrical & framing work
at 6 fire stations; Resilient Mind Psychology, LLC for
Psychological Services provided to City of Dubuque Police
Department; Shane Steffen for mowing, bailing, and removal of
hay services at Dubuque Technology Park; Strand Associates for
the Water and Resource Recovery Center Phase 1 2024 Motor
Control Center Communication and Programmable Logic Controller
Upgrades Bidding -and -Construction -Related Services; Terracon
for Geotechnical Engineering Services for Old Mill Road Lift
Station Phase 3; Terracon for Geotechnical Engineering
Services for Old Mill Road Lift Station Phase 4; Top Grade
Excavating for Storm Sewer Pipe Replacement at Fire Station 2
(2180 JFK Road). Upon motion the documents were received and
filed.
14. Abstract of Votes - 2025 Primary Election: City Clerk
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transmitted the Abstract of Votes for the October 7, 2025,
Primary Election as certified by the Dubuque County Board of
Supervisors. Upon motion the documents were received and
filed.
15. Tobacco Compliance Settlement Agreements: City Manager
recommended City Council approval of the following Tobacco
Compliance Acknowledgment/Settlement Agreements and authorize
the mayor to sign the agreements: Fas Mart #5159, 2175 Central
Ave; Caseys, 4003 Peru Rd; EZ Stop I, 1101 Rhomberg Ave (two
separate violations); BP Fuel, 1450 Loras Blvd; EZ Stop II,
700 Rhomberg Ave. Establishments that choose to participate in
the I -PLEDGE Retailer Training program are granted an
affirmative defense, which may be exercised once within a
four-year period. Kwik Stop has elected to invoke this defense
in response to its three violations at the following
locations: Kwik Stop, 4039 Pennsylvania Ave; Kwik Stop, 2320
Gateway Dr.; Kwik Stop, 3201 Central Ave. Upon motion the
documents were received, filed, and approved.
16. Approval of Retail Alcohol Licenses: Upon motion the
documents were received and filed, and Resolution No. 337-25
Approving applications for retail alcohol licenses, as
required by City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances Title 4
Business and License Regulations, Chapter 2 Liquor Control,
Article B Liquor, Beer and Wine Licenses and Permits was
adopted.
ITEMS SET FOR PUBLIC HEARING
Motion by Roussell to receive and file the documents, adopt
the resolutions, and set the public hearings as indicated.
Seconded by Sprank. Motion carried 7-0.
1. Resolution Setting a Public Hearing on a Proposed
Assignment and Assumption Agreement by and between the City of
Dubuque, Iowa and Franklin Investments, LLC to Franklin
Apartments, LLC: Upon motion the documents were received and
filed and Resolution No. 338-25 Fixing The Date For A Public
Hearing Of The City Council Of The City Of Dubuque, Iowa On An
Assignment And Assumption Agreement Of The Downtown
Rehabilitation Loan Agreement By And Between The City Of
Dubuque, Iowa And Franklin Investments, LLC To Franklin
Apartments, LLC For Property At 39 Bluff Street was adopted
setting a public hearing for a meeting to commence at 6:30
p.m. on November 3, 2025 in the Historic Federal Building.
2. Resolution Setting a Public Hearing on a Subordination
Agreement by and among the City of Dubuque, Iowa, Franklin
Apartments, LLC, and Premier Bank: Upon motion the documents
were received and filed and Resolution No. 339-25 Setting A
Public Hearing For A Subordination Agreement By And Among The
City Of Dubuque, Iowa, Franklin Apartments, LLC, And Premier
Bank For Interest In City Property Located At 39 Bluff Street
was adopted setting a public hearing for a meeting to commence
at 6:30 p.m. on November 3, 2025 in the Historic Federal
Building.
3. Resolution Setting a Public Hearing on a Proposed
Assignment of Development Agreement by and between the City of
Dubuque, Iowa and Franklin Investments, LLC to Franklin
Apartments, LLC: Upon motion the documents were received and
filed and Resolution No. 340-25 Fixing The Date For A Public
Hearing Of The City Council Of The City Of Dubuque, Iowa On An
Assignment Of The Development Agreement By And Between The
City Of Dubuque And Franklin Investments, LLC To Franklin
Apartments, LLC was adopted setting a public hearing for a
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meeting to commence at 6:30 p.m. on November 3, 2025 in the
Historic Federal Building.
4. Ambassador Court Storm Sewer Replacement Project -
Initiate Public Bidding Process and Setting Date for a Public
Hearing: Upon motion the documents were received and filed and
Resolution No. 341-25 Ambassador Court Storm Sewer Replacement
Project: Preliminary Approval Of Plans, Specifications, Form
Of Contract, And Estimated Cost; Setting Date Of Public
Hearing On Plans, Specifications, Form Of Contract, And
Estimated Cost; And Ordering The Advertisement For Bids was
adopted setting a public hearing for a meeting to commence at
6:30 p.m. on November 3, 2025 in the Historic Federal
Building.
5. Setting a Public Hearing to Approve a Proposed Amended
and Restated Lease Agreement by and between the City of
Dubuque, Iowa, and Pier Pressure Marine IA, Inc.: Upon motion
the documents were received and filed and Resolution No.
342-25 Setting A Public Hearing To Consider The Amended And
Restated Lease Agreement By And Between The City Of Dubuque
And Pier Pressure Marine IA, Inc. For Real Property In The
City Of Dubuque, Iowa was adopted setting a public hearing for
a meeting to commence at 6:30 p.m. on November 3, 2025 in the
Historic Federal Building.
BOARDS/COMMISSIONS
Applications were reviewed for the following Boards and
Commissions. Applicants were invited to address the City
Council regarding their desire to serve on the following
Boards/Commissions.
1. Investment and Cash Management Oversight Advisory
Commission: One, 3-Year term through July 1, 2028 (Expired
term of Ruden). Applicant: Gary Ruden, PO Box 835 Physical
Address Verified.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. Resolution Approving a Development Agreement by and
between the City of Dubuque, Iowa and Hitzler Rental, LLC
Providing for the Issuance of Urban Renewal Tax Increment
Revenue Grant Obligations Pursuant to the Development
Agreement: Motion by Sprank to receive and file the documents
and adopt Resolution No. 343-25 Approving A Development
Agreement By And Between The City Of Dubuque, Iowa And Hitzler
Rental, LLC For The Redevelopment Of The Property At 2541
Central Avenue, Including The Issuance Of Urban Tax Increment
Revenue Obligations. Seconded by Wethal. Van Milligen noted
that the Downtown Housing Incentive Grant allows the city to
use tax revenue generated by the increased property value from
the development to provide incentives. The City Council
commended the project for revitalizing Central Avenue and
supporting small-scale development. Motion carried 7-0.
2. Resolution Approving a Development Agreement by and
between the City of Dubuque, Iowa and 1248 Iowa St, LLC
Providing for the Issuance of Urban Renewal Tax Increment
Revenue Grant Obligations Pursuant to the Development
Agreement: Motion by Jones to receive and file the documents
and adopt Resolution No. 344-25 Approving A Development
Agreement By And Between The City Of Dubuque, Iowa And 1248
Iowa St, LLC For The Redevelopment Of The Property At
1236-1248 Iowa Street, Including The Issuance Of Urban Tax
Increment Revenue Obligations. Seconded by Wethal. Brumwell
noted that its not unusual for the primary lender to hold the
first secured position for repayment of a loan. Economic
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Development Director Jill Connors added that the city
typically subordinates its loans in this manner, and that City
Council -approved housing incentives are applied consistently.
City Council commended the project. Motion carried 7-0.
3. Resolution Approving a Development Agreement by and
between the City of Dubuque, Iowa and Ned Oberbroeckling
Providing for the Issuance of Urban Renewal Tax Increment
Revenue Grant Obligations Pursuant to the Development
Agreement: Motion by Roussell to receive and file the
documents and adopt Resolution No. 345-25 Approving A
Development Agreement By And Between The City Of Dubuque,
Iowa, And Ned Oberbroeckling For The Redevelopment Of The
Property At 372 Main Street, Including The Issuance Of Urban
Tax Increment Revenue Obligations. Seconded by Wethal. City
Council members recognized and commended the projects use of
multiple grants, emphasizing that they impose no cost on the
city. Motion carried 7-0.
4. Comiskey Park Environmental Covenant: Motion by Sprank to
receive and file the documents and adopt Resolution No. 346-25
Approving The Iowa Land Recycling Program Environmental
Covenant Between The City Of Dubuque, Iowa And The Iowa
Department Of Natural Resources. Seconded by Wethal. Brumwell
explained that the covenant is part of the Iowa Land Recycling
Program and is a common step to clarify the citys obligations.
Van Milligen noted that dozens of properties citywide have
similar covenants, most not city -owned, and that the
contamination at the subject property originated from a
neighboring private party. Motion carried 7-0.
5. Fiscal Year 2026 First Budget Amendment: Motion by Jones
to receive and file the documents and adopt Resolution No.
347-25 Amending The Current Budget For Fiscal Year Ending June
2026 (As Last Certified Or Amended On 04/28/2025). Seconded by
Wethal. In response to questions, Van Milligen explained that
several projects will begin this year and be completed next
year due to the late season and the need for community input
on park equipment replacements. He noted that the 14th Street
overpass project requires a time-consuming environmental
review as part of the federal funding process. He added that
while the city maintains park equipment well, it eventually
needs replacement and community preferences change over time.
City Council members noted that the citys parks are unique and
that several projects were approved at the previous meeting
after funding was identified. Motion carried 7-0.
PUBLIC INPUT
David Barba, 208 Bluff St., Executive Director of Dubuque
Main Street, summarized the organizations successful event
attendance, improvements in identifying expenditure savings,
and shared information on the upcoming State of Main event.
ACTION ITEMS
1. Grand River Center Presentation of Fiscal Year 2025
Annual Report: Motion by Roussell to receive and file the
documents and hear the presentation. Seconded by Resnick.
Grand River Center and Five Flags Civic Center General Manager
Ryan Bonifas presented on the Grand River Center's Fiscal Year
2025 Annual Report. In response to questions, Bonifas noted
that additional hotel rooms would benefit the Grand River
Center and that construction of the Grand River Center on a
former landfill has caused shifting that requires some costly
out-of-town repairs. City Council Members commended Grand
River Centers efforts and emphasized the need for more hotels.
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Motion carried 7-0.
2. Approving a Contract with Dubuque Main Street Providing
Funds for its SWAP Grant Program: Motion by Jones to receive
and file the documents and adopt Resolution No. 348-25
Approving A Grant Administration Agreement With Dubuque Main
Street, Ltd. To Administer The Swap Grant Program, Including
City Funding. Seconded by Wethal. Connors outlined the citys
support for small-scale development and noted that Dubuque
Main Streets existing program avoids duplication of efforts.
Dubuque Main Street Executive Director David Barba explained
that while Dubuque County created the SWAP Grant Program name,
Dubuque Main Street developed the program title Space and
Workplace Activation Program to match the acronym. City
Council Members commended the program and the citys
collaboration. Motion carried 7-0.
3. Quarterly Update on New Housing Projects Video: Motion by
Roussell to receive and file the documents and view the video.
Seconded by Farber. Communications Office staff showed a
quarterly update video on new housing projects within the
city. The video can also be viewed on the City of Dubuque
YouTube channel at
https://youtu.be/ZOkxJy78lYg?si = AX-SW9feMIx_wgdX. Motion
carried 7-0.
COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS
Jones reported on a Dubuque Area Retired School Personnel
Association meeting, the League of Women Voters of Dubuque
Candidate Forum, the ribbon cutting for Crescent Community
Health Centers expanded dental clinic, the Envision 2030
event, and the recent passings of Dave Bidler and Dave
Roberts.
Roussel] reported on a Dubuque Trees Forever tree planting
event with Branching Out Dubuque, the University of Dubuque
volleyball team volunteering at the community orchard, and
Dubuque Main Streets upcoming State of Main awards.
Farber reported on the Telegraph Heralds Salute to Women
Awards, for which she delivered the keynote address. Farber
also reported on the Dubuque Symphony Orchestras first chamber
music concert and on technology committee meetings with the
National League of Cities (NLC).
Sprank reported on the Dubuque Area Labor Harvests food
giveaway event, the Latinx Fiesta, the League of Women Voters
of Dubuque Candidate Forum, the ribbon cutting for Crescent
Community Health Centers expanded dental clinic, the Envision
2030 event, and the Women in Law Enforcement fundraiser.
Wethal reported that the Dubuque Symphony Orchestra invited
visiting musicians to local schools, the Latinx Fiesta, and
the Dubuque Museum of Arts opening at its temporary location
in the Dupaco Voices building.
Resnick reported on dining at Breitbachs Country Dining in
Balltown.
Cavanagh reported on the Latinx Fiesta.
CLOSED SESSION
Motion by Jones to convene in closed session at 8:10 p.m. to
discuss Pending Litigation and Purchase or Sale of Real Estate
Chapter 21.5(1)(c),O) Code of Iowa. Seconded by Wethal. Mayor
Cavanagh stated for the record that the attorney who will
consult with City Council on the issues to be discussed in the
closed session is City Attorney Brumwell. Motion carried 7-0.
The City Council reconvened in open session at 9:21 p.m.
stating that staff had been given proper direction.
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ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, Mayor Cavanagh declared the
meeting adjourned at 9:21 p.m.
/s/Adrienne N. Breitfelder, CMC
City Clerk
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