Mayoral Selection of Appointment to the Civil Service CommissionCopyrighted
February 2, 2026
City of Dubuque BOARDS/COMMISSIONS # 1.
City Council
ITEM TITLE: Mayoral Selection of Appointment to the Civil Service
Commission
SUMMARY: Iowa Code §400.1 requires publication of the name(s) of
person(s) selected by the Mayor for appointment to the Civil
Service Commission no less than thirty days prior to a vote
by the city council. Vote on appointment to occur at the
March 16, 2026, city council meeting.
Civil Service Commission
One, 4-Year Term through April 6, 2030 (Expiring term of
Crabill)
Applicants:
Randall Ludowitz, 867 Barbaralee Dr.
Colleen McKenna, 1360 Mount Pleasant St.
Brian Neises, 1841 Phyllrich Dr.
Tom Parker, 2743 Mineral St.
Darcy VanOstrand, 1222 Lincoln Ave.
SUGGUESTED
DISPOSITION:
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Overview Sheet
2. Civil Service Commission Applicants
3. Details and Openings
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APPLICATIONS FOR THE CITY OF DUBUQUE
BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS
For the Council Meeting on,
Monday, February 2, 2026
6:30 p.m., Historic Federal Building, 350 W. 6th Street
MAYORAL SELECTION OF APPOINTMENT TO THE CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION
Iowa Code §400.1 requires publication of the name(s) of person(s) selected by the Mayor for
appointment to the Civil Service Commission no less than thirty days prior to a vote by the city
council. Vote on appointment to occur at the March 16, 2026, city council meeting.
Civil Service Commission
One, 4-Year Term through April 6, 2030 (Expiring term of Crabill)
Applicants:
• Randall Ludowitz, 867 Barbaralee Dr.
• Colleen McKenna, 1360 Mount Pleasant St.
• Brian Neises, 1841 Phyllrich Dr.
• Tom Parker, 2743 Mineral St.
• Darcy VanOstrand, 1222 Lincoln Ave.
APPOINTMENTS TO THE FOLLOWING COMMISSIONS
TO BE MADE AT THIS MEETING.
Community Development Advisory Commission
One, 3-Year Term through February 15, 2029 (Expiring Low to Moderate Income Area
Representative term of Brown)
Applicant:
Talma Brown, 2004 Windsor Ave.
Long Range Planning Advisory Commission
One, 3-Year term through July 1, 2028 (Vacant term of Conrad)
Applicant:
Rebecca Bruce, 7926 N. Westbrook Dr.
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CHAPTER 2
CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION
SECTION:
2-2-1: Commission Created
2-2-2: Purpose
2-2-3: Internal Organization And Rules
2-2-4: Procedures For Operation
2-2-5: Membership
2-2-6: Oath
2-2-7: Terms
2-2-8: Vacancies
2-2-9: Officers/Organization
2-2-10: Meetings
2-2-11: Compensation
2-2-12: Removal
2-2-13: Powers
2-2-14: City Council To Furnish Meeting Room, Equipment, Recorder
2-2-15: Record Of Meetings And Personnel
2-2-16: Examination Of Applicants
2-2-17: Conduct Of Examinations; Certification Of Qualified Persons
2-2-18: Procedure For Conduct Of Hearing Appeals
2-2-1: COMMISSION CREATED:
There is hereby created the civil service commission. (Ord. 56-15, 9-8-2015)
2-2-2: PURPOSE:
The purpose of the commission is to conduct entrance examinations, conduct promotional examinations, and act as an
appeals board as provided in chapter 400 of the Iowa Code. (Ord. 56-15, 9-8-2015)
2-2-3: INTERNAL ORGANIZATION AND RULES:
The commission may adopt rules and regulations to govern its organizational procedures as may be necessary and which
are not in conflict with this code or the Iowa Code. (Ord. 56-15, 9-8-2015)
2-2-4: PROCEDURES FOR OPERATION:
All administrative, personnel, accounting, budgetary, and procurement policies of the city govern the commission in all its
operations. (Ord. 56-15, 9-8-2015)
2-2-5: MEMBERSHIP:
A. Composition: The commission comprises five (5) residents of the city, appointed by the mayor with approval of the city
council.
B. Special Qualifications:
1. Commissioners must be citizens of Iowa, eligible electors as defined in the Iowa Code, and may not hold or be a
candidate for any office of public trust.
2. The human rights director shall, ex officio, be a member, without vote.
3. Commissioners may not do any of the following:
a. Sell, or in any manner become parties, directly or indirectly, to any contract to furnish supplies, material, or labor to
the city unless the sale is made or the contract is awarded by competitive bid in writing, publicly invited and opened.
b. Have an interest, direct or indirect, in any contract or job of work or material or the profits thereof or services to be
furnished or performed for the city unless the contract or job is awarded by competitive bid in writing, publicly invited and
opened. (Ord. 56-15, 9-8-2015; amd. Ord. 47-22, 12-19-2022; Ord. 28-24, 6-17-2024; Ord. 26-25, 6-16-2025)
2-2-6: OATH:
Each person, upon appointment to the commission, must execute an oath of office at the first meeting of the commission
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following the appointment or at the city clerk's office any time prior to the first meeting of the commission. (Ord. 56-15, 9-8-
2015; amd. Ord. 28-24, 6-17-2024)
2-2-7: TERMS:
A. Pursuant to state law the Commission is expanded from three (3) residents to five (5) residents effective August 16,
2025. The terms of the existing commissioners shall remain the same. The initial terms for the additional commissioners
shall be through April 6, 2027.
B. Following the initial terms for the additional commissioners, any future terms shall be at the standard term length for
the commission. The term of office for commissioners is four (4) years or until such commissioner's successor is appointed
and qualified. (Ord. 26-25, 6-16-2025)
2-2-8: VACANCIES:
Vacancies must be filled in the same manner as original appointments. (Ord. 56-15, 9-8-2015)
2-2-9: OFFICERS/ORGANIZATION:
The commissioners must choose annually a chairperson and vice chairperson, each to serve a term of one year. The city
clerk, or the city clerk's designee, is the clerk of the commission. The commissioners must fill a vacancy among its officers
for the remainder of the officer's unexpired term. (Ord. 56-15, 9-8-2015)
2-2-10: MEETINGS:
A. Regular Meetings: The commission meets monthly. When there is no business, there is no obligation to meet.
B. Special Meetings: Special meetings may be called by the chairperson or at the written request of a majority of the
commissioners.
C. Open Meetings: All meetings must be called and held in conformance with the Iowa open meetings law.
D. Attendance:
1. In the event a commissioner has been absent for three (3) or more consecutive meetings of the commission, without
being excused by the chairperson, such absence will be grounds for the commission to recommend to the city council that
the position be declared vacant and a replacement appointed.
2. Attendance must be entered upon the minutes of all meetings.
E. Minutes: A copy of the minutes of all regular and special meetings of the commission must be filed with the city council
within ten (10) working days after approval by the commission, or by the next regularly scheduled city council meeting,
whichever is later.
F. Quorum: Three (3) commissioners constitute a quorum for the transaction of business. The affirmative vote of a
majority of the commissioners present and voting is necessary for the adoption of any motion or resolution. (Ord. 56-15, 9-8-
2015; amd. Ord. 37-22, 11-7-2022; Ord. 28-24, 6-17-2024; Ord. 26-25, 6-16-2025)
2-2-11: COMPENSATION:
Commissioners serve without compensation, provided that they may receive reimbursement for necessary travel and other
expenses while on official commission business within the limits established in the city administrative policies and budget.
(Ord. 56-15, 9-8-2015)
2-2-12: REMOVAL:
The mayor may remove any commissioner for cause upon written charges and after public hearing. (Ord. 56-15, 9-8-2015)
2-2-13: POWERS:
The commission has the powers, duties, and responsibilities as outlined in chapter 400 of the Iowa Code. (Ord. 56-15, 9-8-
2015)
2-2-14: CITY COUNCIL TO FURNISH MEETING ROOM, EQUIPMENT, RECORDER:
The city council must provide suitable rooms in which the commission may hold its meetings and supply the commission
with all necessary equipment and a qualified shorthand reporter to enable it properly to perform its duties. (Ord. 56-15, 9-8-
2015)
2-2-15: RECORD OF MEETINGS AND PERSONNEL:
The commission must keep a record of all its meetings and also a complete individual service record of each civil service
employee which record must be permanent and kept up to date. (Ord. 56-15, 9-8-2015)
2-2-16: EXAMINATION OF APPLICANTS:
Examinations for the positions in the city civil service are to be applicable and required of all applicants in accordance with
the Iowa Code. (Ord. 56-15, 9-8-2015)
2-2-17: CONDUCT OF EXAMINATIONS; CERTIFICATION OF QUALIFIED PERSONS:
The commission must conduct examinations in accordance with the provisions of the laws of the state relative thereto, and
for the purpose of determining the qualifications of applicants for positions under civil service, and must duly certify to the
city council a list of the qualified persons as set forth in the Iowa Code. (Ord. 56-15, 9-8-2015)
2-2-18: PROCEDURE FOR CONDUCT OF HEARING APPEALS:
Notwithstanding chapter 1 of this title, the commission may adopt its own rules governing the procedure for the conduct of
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hearing appeals. (Ord. 56-15, 9-8-2015)
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To: Adrienne Breitfelder; Trish Gleason; Temwa Phiri; Shelley Stickfort; Pam McCarron;.
Subject: Online Form Submittal: Board/Commission Application Form
Sent: 7/29/2025 5:45:39 PM
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Board/Commission Application Form
This application is a public document and as such can be reproduced and
distributed for the public. Specific attention should be directed to the possible
conflict of interest. For further clarification, if a situation arises, contact the City
Clerk's Office or the City Attorney's Office. The City Clerk's Office, City Hall, 50
West 13th Street, Dubuque, IA. accepts applications for any Board and or
Commission at any time. Applications stay active for one year from the date of
receipt.
General Eligibility Requirements for All Boards and Commissions
• Residency within the corporate city limits
• Minimum age of 18
• Can not be employed by the City of Dubuque
NOTE: Additional requirements may apply to certain boards and commissions.
Please refer to the specific Board or Commission details for more information
Please complete the online application and separate optional demographic
information below
Personal Information
Select the Board, Civil Service Commission
Commission, or
Committee
applying for:
Name:
Pronunciation
Street Address:
You must live
within the
Dubuque city
Randall Ludowitz
Ran -Dell Lou -Dough -Wits
867 Barbaralee
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limits to
apply/serve on a
City of Dubuque
board or
commission.
Zip Code: 52003
Preferred Phone (563) 663-1770
Number:
Email
Rludy2002@aol.com
Address(es):
How did you hear
Other:
about City of
Dubuque Boards
and
Commission?
If other, please
Telegraph Herald
specify:
Have you
No
participated in the
City of Dubuque
City Life Program
Life program?
If so, when?
Field not completed.
Are you currently
No
serving on other
Boards,
Commissions, or
Committees?
If yes, which? Field not completed
Have you served
No
on a Board,
Commission, or
Committee
before?
If yes, which?
Field not completed.
Why are you
I had many interactions with Civil Service when I served as a Union
interested in
Steward.
applying for this
Board or
Commission?
Describe your I was a Union Steward with the City of Dubuque and was present for
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experiences
(professional,
personal, or
volunteer), skills,
and /or education
that have
prepared you for
service on this
Board or
Commission?
Share your
experience
working in
diverse
environments:
List two
professional
references:
(Examples:
employer,
coworker, client,
vendor, mentor,
volunteer
organizer, etc.))
many meetings with Civil Service in matters of grievances and
contracts
I worked for the City for over 30 years and delt with lots of diverse
employees and citizens. I volunteer at the Veterans Freedom Center.
I give rides for Duride. And Volunteer at Hospice of Dubuque.
Kevin Saylor 563 542 5489. Kevin was the Business agent with
Teamsters local 421.
Al Rowell 563 542-6512 Al is President of the Veterans Freedom
Center
Acknowledgement: I acknowledge that I have accurately and truthfully
completed the application to the best of my knowledge. I also confirm that I
meet the eligibility requirements for the Board or Commission to which I am
applying.
Signature (type Randall Ludowitz
your name here
as electronic
verification):
Date: 7-29-2025
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Subject: Online Form Submittal: Board/Commission Application Form
Sent: 10/2/2025 11:58:56 AM
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Board/Commission Application Form
This application is a public document and as such can be reproduced and
distributed for the public. Specific attention should be directed to the possible
conflict of interest. For further clarification, if a situation arises, contact the City
Clerk's Office or the City Attorney's Office. The City Clerk's Office, City Hall, 50
West 13th Street, Dubuque, IA. accepts applications for any Board and or
Commission at any time. Applications stay active for one year from the date of
receipt.
General Eligibility Requirements for All Boards and Commissions
• Residency within the corporate city limits
• Minimum age of 18
• Can not be employed by the City of Dubuque
NOTE: Additional requirements may apply to certain boards and commissions.
Please refer to the specific Board or Commission details for more information
Please complete the online application and separate optional demographic
information below
Personal Information
Select the Board, Civil Service Commission
Commission, or
Committee
applying for:
Name: Colleen McKenna
Pronunciation: Call -Lean Mick-Ken-Ah
Street Address: 1360 Mount Pleasant Street
You must live
within the
Dubuque city
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limits to
apply/serve on a
City of Dubuque
board or
commission.
Zip Code: 52001
Preferred Phone 847-951-8854
Number:
Email coll.mckenna@gmail.com
Address(es):
How did you hear City Life or another City of Dubuque Program
about City of
Dubuque Boards
and
Commission?
If other, please Field not completed.
specify:
Have you Yes
participated in the
City of Dubuque
City Life Program
Life program?
If so, when? September 2025 at Dubuque Forward
Are you currently Yes
serving on other
Boards,
Commissions, or
Committees?
If yes, which? Dubuque Nature Everywhere leadership team.
Have you served Yes
on a Board,
Commission, or
Committee
before?
If yes, which? Multicultural Family Center (marketing committee),
Why are you I have a deep respect for the work of civil servants, especially those
interested in serving in police, fire, and dispatch. Beyond their life-saving
applying for this responsibilities, these departments are essential to building trust,
Board or stability, and a sense of safety in our community —qualities that feel
Commission? more important than ever in today's divided climate.
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My interest in this commission also comes from personal experience.
In 2019, 1 participated in Dubuque's Citizen Police Academy and a
police ride -along, which gave me valuable insight into the
department's operations, procedures, and challenges. These
experiences deepened my appreciation for the complexities of civil
service roles and the importance of fair, transparent processes.
Professionally, my background in public relations has equipped me to
gather facts, listen to different perspectives, and apply them fairly
within established rules and regulations. Combined with my
education and life experience, I strive to be an ethical decision -
maker and to lead by example.
Most of all, helping others and contributing to my community are
values close to my heart. Serving on the Civil Service Commission
would allow me to support the people who serve Dubuque every day
and to play a small but meaningful role in strengthening the fabric of
our city.
Describe your
I hold a BA in public relations from Loras College and an MA in
experiences
public relations from DePaul University in Chicago, and I have
(professional,
worked in the communication industry for over 15 years. This
personal, or
experience has prepared me to gather facts, weigh different
volunteer), skills,
perspectives, and apply them fairly within established rules and
and /or education
regulations. My professional background has also required me to
that have
make ethical decisions, communicate clearly, and lead by example —
prepared you for
all qualities that I believe are essential for serving on the Civil
service on this
Service Commission.
Board or
Commission?
On a personal level, I have sought out opportunities to gain a deeper
understanding of public safety roles in Dubuque. I participated in the
Citizen Police Academy in 2019 and completed a police ride -along.
Both of which provided me with firsthand insight into the daily
responsibilities, procedures, and challenges faced by our civil service
departments. I plan to participate in the next Citizens Police
Academy to gain a more current perspective. If selected to serve on
the Commission, I would continue to participate in regular ride-
alongs to remain connected to the challenges our civil service
workers face and the expectations placed upon them. If there are
similar opportunities with the fire department and dispatch, I would
be glad to participate as well.
Volunteerism and community leadership are also central to who I am.
I have volunteered at the Salvation Army food pantry, which gave me
a greater perspective on the needs of lower -income and underserved
residents. In addition, I lead the Dubuque Nature Everywhere team
through its research and foundation -building stages, collaborating
with the youngest Dubuque residents, along with their parents,
educators, caregivers, and guardians, to expand access to nature for
0-6-year-olds. Both roles have strengthened my ability to listen with
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List two
professional
references:
(Examples:
employer,
coworker, client,
vendor, mentor,
volunteer
organizer, etc.))
empathy, build consensus, and create practical solutions.
Finally, my personal strengths align closely with the qualities needed
for this Commission. My CliftonStrengths top results —harmony,
achiever, consistency, learner, and empathy —reflect both my
commitment to fairness and my drive to work hard on behalf of the
community. These strengths, combined with my education,
professional experience, and service, prepare me to thoughtfully and
ethically support the mission of the Civil Service Commission.
Nick Kittle —CEO of Sustainovation—(719) 213-5100, client and
mentor.
Jared McGovern —Director of Wanderwood Gardens, (563) 590-
8060, client + coworker through Dubuque Nature
Everywhere/Dubuque Forward.
Acknowledgement: I acknowledge that I have accurately and truthfully
completed the application to the best of my knowledge. I also confirm that I
meet the eligibility requirements for the Board or Commission to which I am
applying.
Signature (type Colleen E. McKenna
your name here
as electronic
verification):
Date: 10/2/2025
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Sent: 7/29/2025 7:03:07 AM
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Board/Commission Application Form
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distributed for the public. Specific attention should be directed to the possible
conflict of interest. For further clarification, if a situation arises, contact the City
Clerk's Office or the City Attorney's Office. The City Clerk's Office, City Hall, 50
West 13th Street, Dubuque, IA. accepts applications for any Board and or
Commission at any time. Applications stay active for one year from the date of
receipt.
General Eligibility Requirements for All Boards and Commissions
• Residency within the corporate city limits
• Minimum age of 18
• Can not be employed by the City of Dubuque
NOTE: Additional requirements may apply to certain boards and commissions.
Please refer to the specific Board or Commission details for more information
Please complete the online application and separate optional demographic
information below
Personal Information
Select the Board, Civil Service Commission
Commission, or
Committee
applying for:
Name:
Pronunciation:
Street Address:
You must live
within the
Dubuque city
Brian J Neises
Nice -es
1841 Phyllrich Dr.
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limits to
apply/serve on a
City of Dubuque
board or
commission.
Zip Code: 52002
Preferred Phone 5633132466
Number:
Email neisesbrian@gmail.com
Address(es):
How did you hear Other:
about City of
Dubuque Boards
and
Commission?
If other, please Telegraph Herald
specify:
Have you No
participated in the
City of Dubuque
City Life Program
Life program?
If so, when? Field not completed.
Are you currently No
serving on other
Boards,
Commissions, or
Committees?
If yes, which? Field not completed.
Have you served No
on a Board,
Commission, or
Committee
before?
If yes, which? Field not completed.
Why are you I just moved back to Dubuque from Asbury and would like to be
interested in involved in supporting city.
applying for this
Board or
Commission?
Describe your I currently am a program manager at Goodwill and former Dubuque
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experiences
teacher. I have a masters degree and have served in many volunteer
(professional,
positions from volunteer firefighter and EMT to teachers union and
personal, or
executive board. I volunteered with Bridges out of Poverty at
volunteer), skills,
Prescott. I am currently the Chaplain of the Dubuque Moose Lodge.
and /or education
that have
prepared you for
service on this
Board or
Commission?
Share your
I dedicated 15 years to Dubuque Schools starting at Central
experience
Altrrnative High School and ending at Lincoln Elementary. Both were
working in
tough schools with a variety of student backgrounds and socio
diverse
economic levels.
environments:
List two Randy Rennison 581-3227, oldest living friend
professional Brad Cavanaugh, friend and fellow volunteer at Bridges out of
references: Poverty
(Examples:
employer,
coworker, client,
vendor, mentor,
volunteer
organizer, etc.))
Acknowledgement: I acknowledge that I have accurately and truthfully
completed the application to the best of my knowledge. I also confirm that I
meet the eligibility requirements for the Board or Commission to which I am
applying.
Signature (type Brian J Neises
your name here
as electronic
verification):
Date: 07/29/2025
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Board/Commission Application Form
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distributed for the public. Specific attention should be directed to the possible
conflict of interest. For further clarification, if a situation arises, contact the City
Clerk's Office or the City Attorney's Office. The City Clerk's Office, City Hall, 50
West 13th Street, Dubuque, IA. accepts applications for any Board and or
Commission at any time. Applications stay active for one year from the date of
receipt.
General Eligibility Requirements for All Boards and Commissions
• Residency within the corporate city limits
• Minimum age of 18
• Can not be employed by the City of Dubuque
NOTE: Additional requirements may apply to certain boards and commissions.
Please refer to the specific Board or Commission details for more information
Please complete the online application and separate optional demographic
information below
Personal Information
Select the Board, Civil Service Commission
Commission, or
Committee
applying for:
Name:
Pronunciation
Street Address:
You must live
within the
Dubuque city
Tom Parker
Field not completed.
2743 Mineral St
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limits to
apply/serve on a
City of Dubuque
board or
commission.
Zip Code:
52001
Preferred Phone
319 210 3244
Number:
Email
tdp0634@gmail.com
Address(es):
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Through a Friend
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Dubuque Boards
and
Commission?
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Field not completed.
specify:
Have you
No
participated in the
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City Life Program
Life program?
If so, when?
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Are you currently
No
serving on other
Boards,
Commissions, or
Committees?
If yes, which?
Field not completed.
Have you served
No
on a Board,
Commission, or
Committee
before?
If yes, which?
Field not completed.
Why are you
Retired Police Captain, Dubuque Police Department, 04/1981,
interested in
11/2006.
applying for this
Have always been interested in maintaining a standard of
Board or
professional conduct for anybody involving in public service.
Commission?
Describe your Before being promoted, was a union representative for police
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experiences officers. Career advancement and promotions allowed
(professional, me the opportunity to influence officers behavior and career
personal, or advancement.
volunteer), skills,
and /or education
that have
prepared you for
service on this
Board or
Commission?
Share your
Following my career at the police department, I was employed at
experience
Rockwell Collins as a senior manager, supervising a diverse group of
working in
employees. My position required regular interaction with a wide
diverse
range of employers from other departments, and other locations. My
environments:
position also required frequent travel and regular remote meetings
with management from other countries.
List two Ron Conrad Jr. 563 580 9760, employer.
professional
references: Russ Stecklein, 563 590 9285, former coworker.
(Examples:
employer,
coworker, client,
vendor, mentor,
volunteer
organizer, etc.))
Acknowledgement: I acknowledge that I have accurately and truthfully
completed the application to the best of my knowledge. I also confirm that I
meet the eligibility requirements for the Board or Commission to which I am
applying.
Signature (type Tom Parker
your name here
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verification):
Date: 08/04/2025
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distributed for the public. Specific attention should be directed to the possible
conflict of interest. For further clarification, if a situation arises, contact the City
Clerk's Office or the City Attorney's Office. The City Clerk's Office, City Hall, 50
West 13th Street, Dubuque, IA. accepts applications for any Board and or
Commission at any time. Applications stay active for one year from the date of
receipt.
General Eligibility Requirements for All Boards and Commissions
• Residency within the corporate city limits
• Minimum age of 18
• Can not be employed by the City of Dubuque
NOTE: Additional requirements may apply to certain boards and commissions.
Please refer to the specific Board or Commission details for more information
Please complete the online application and separate optional demographic
information below
Personal Information
Select the Board, Civil Service Commission
Commission, or
Committee
applying for:
Name:
Pronunciation
Street Address:
You must live
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Darcy VanOstrand
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1222 Lincoln Ave
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Zip Code:
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CITY OF DUBUQUE
BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS DETAILS AND OPENINGS
X / X / 26 Indicates openings within 2026 1 Open Indicates Current Opening
AIRPORT COMMISSION
4 Yr. Term
- Meets 4th Tue., 4 p.m., Airport Conf. Room
Public Member 1
Ron Vaughn
9/14/29
Public Member 2
Mariann Kurtz Weber
9/14/29
Public Member 3
Michael Phillips
9/14/26
Public Member 4
Robert Blocker
9/14/26
Public Member 5
Bob Woodward
9/14/28
AIRPORT ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENTS
5 Yr. Term - Meets on Call
City ZBA Rep. Rena Stierman 3/25/27
City ZBA Rep. Matthew Mauss 3/25/28
AIRPORT ZONING COMMISSION
6 Yr. Term - Meets on Call
City ZAC Rep. Richard Russell 7/1/27
City ZAC Rep. Pat Norton 7/1/28
ARTS AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS ADVISORY COMMISSION
3 Yr. Term
- Meets 4th Tue., 3:30 p.m., MFC or Varied locations
Public Member 1
Addison
Aronson
6/30/27
Public Member 2
Nick
Halder
6/30/28
Public Member 3
Gail
Chavenelle
6/30/27
Arts Rep. 1
Shirley
Davis-Orwoll
6/30/28
Arts Rep. 2
Doug
Donald
6/30/26
Arts Rep. 3
David
Barba
6/30/26
Arts Rep. 4
Jessica
Ochoa
6/30/28
BUILDING CODE ADVISORY AND APPEALS BOARD
3 Yr. Term -Meets on Call; 4:30 p.m., Federal Bldg.
Altn. Commercial Construct Pro 1
Open
Open
1/1/27
Altn. Electrical Construct Pro 1
Adam
Brown
1/1/27
Altn. HVAC Construct Pro 1
Open
Open
1/1/27
Altn. Plumbing Construct Pro 1
Open
Open
1/1/27
Altn. Residential Construct Pro 1
Open
Open
1/1/27
Commercial Construct Pro 1
Open
Open
1/1/27
Electrical Construct Pro 1
Thomas
Townsend
1/1/27
HVAC Construct Pro 1
Corey
Valaskey
1/1/27
Multidisciplinary Rep. 1
Michael
Shimkus
1/1/27
Multidisciplinary Rep. 2
Nathan
Wardle
1/1/27
Plumbing Construct Pro 1
Open
Open
1/1/27
Residential Construct Pro 1
Open
Open
1/1/27
BOARD OF LIBRARY TRUSTEES
4 Yr. Term - Meets 4th Thur., 4 p.m., Library
Public Member 1
Andrew
Bland
7/1/26
Public Member 2
A. Alanda
Gregory
7/1/26
Public Member 3
Victor
Lieberman
7/1/27
Public Member 4
Pam
Mullin
7/1/27
Public Member 5
Diann
Guns
7/1/28
Public Member 6
Christina
Monk
7/1/28
Public Member 7
Jessica
Connery
7/1/29
CABLE TELEVISION COMMISSION
3 Yr. Term - Meets on Call., Varied locations
Public Member 1
Pauline
Maloney
7/1/26
Public Member 2
Georgina
Guerrero
7/1/26
Public Member 3
Ronald
Tigges
7/1/26
Public Member 4
Tom
Eckermann
7/1/27
Public Member 5
Jennifer
Tigges
7/1/27
CATFISH CREEK WATERSHED MANGT. AUTHORITY
4 Yr. term - Meets Quarterly
Public Member 1 Rachel Boeke 7/16/28
Public Member 2 William Hindricks 7/16/28
CIVIC CENTER ADVISORY COMMISSION
3 Yr. Term - Meets last
Mon. of every third month, 3:30 p.m.,
Five Flags
Public Member 1
Alan
Schumacher
6/29/27
Public Member 2
Mc Kenzie
Blau
6/29/28
Public Member 3
Colleen
Myers
6/29/28
Public Member 4
Bryce
Parks
6/29/27
Public Member 5
Sara
Tandy
6/29/28
CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION
4 Year Term - Meets 2nd Wed., 4:15 p.m., City Hall
Public Member 1
Scott
Crabill
4/6/26
Public Member 2
Carla
Heathcote
4/6/28
Public Member 3
Miquel
Jackson
4/6/29
Public Member 4
Julie
Bockenstedt
4/6/27
Public Member 5
Otto
Krueger
4/6/27
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMISSION
3 Yr. Term - Meets 3rd Wed., 5:30 p.m., Federal Bldg./Housing
Housing Commission Rep. 1
Renee
Kehoe
8/17/27
Low/Moderate Income Rep. 1
Talma
Brown
2/15/26
Low/Moderate Income Rep. 2
Dale
Campbell Jr.
2/15/27
Low/Moderate Income Rep. 3
Gabriel
Mozena
2/15/27
Low/Moderate Income Rep. 4
Open
Open
2/15/28
Public Member 1
Open
Open
2/15/27
Public Member 2
Dean
Boles
2/15/28
Public Member 3
Michelle
Hinke
2/15/28
Public Member 4
Julie
Woodyard
2/15/26
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
3 Yr. Term -
Meets 3rd Thur., 5:30 p.m., Federal Bldg.
Architect At -Large 1
Christina
Monk
7/1/26
Cathedral District 1
Open
Open
7/1/26
Jackson Park District 1
Janice
Esser
7/1/28
Langworthy District 1
Chad
Witthoeft
7/1/26
Old Main District 1
Open
Open
7/1/27
Public Member 1
Heidi
Pettitt
7/1/27
Public Member 2
Bill
Doyle
7/1/27
Public Member 3
Tim
Gau
7/1/27
West 11th District 1
Rick
Stuter
7/1/28
Interim District Rep. 1
Adam
Schwendinger
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HOUSING APPEALS AND MEDIATION BOARD
3 - Yr. Term
- Meets on Call, 4:30
p.m., Federal Bldg.
Public Member 1
Mary
Gotz
1/1/27
Public Member 2
Luke
Hoffmann
1/1/27
Public Member 3
Cole
Hansen
1/1/27
Public Member 4
Lynn
Sutton
1/1/27
Public Member 5
Jeff
Lenhart
1/1/27
HOUSING COMMISSION
3 Yr. Term - Meets 4th Tues. (Jan, Aril, July,
Oct), 4:00 p.m., Fed. Bldg.
Public Member 1
Renee
Kehoe
8/17/27
Public Member 2
Ross
Janes
8/17/27
Public Member 3
Rick
Merfeld
8/17/28
Public Member 4
Open
Open
8/17/27
Public Member 5
Open
Open
8/17/27
Public Member 6
Open
Open
8/17/28
Public Member 7
Julietta
Scott
8/17/26
Public Member 8
Rick
Baumhover
8/17/28
Public Member 9
Amy
Eudaley
8/17/26
Section 8 Rep. 1
Open
Open
8/17/27
HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
3 Yr. Term
- Meets 2nd Tus. 4:30 p.m.,
MFC Conf. room 2
Public Member 1
Rick
Baumhover
1/1/28
Public Member 2
Luselena
Bravo
1/1/26
Public Member 3
Matt
Zanger
1/1/26
Public Member 4
Jake
Kurczek
1/1/26
Public Member 5
Nikkole
Nutter
1/1/27
Public Member 6
DeLano
Cain -Watson
1/1/27
Public Member 7
Traci
Phillipson
1/1/28
Public Member 8
David
Heiar
1/1/27
Public Member 9
Michaela
Freiburger
1/1/28
INVESTMENT AND CASH MANAGEMENT OVERSIGHT
ADVISORY COMMISSION
3 Yr. Term -
Meets 4th Thur.(Jan., April, July, Oct.) 3 p.m., City Hall
Public Member 1
Daniel Garza
7/1/26
Public Member 2
Molly Valaskey
7/1/27
Public Member 3
Lucian Paucean
7/1/27
Public Member 4
Daniel Scott
7/1/28
Public Member 5
Gary Ruden
7/1/28
LONG RANGE PLANNING ADVISORY COMM.
3 Yr. Term - Meets 3rd Wed., 5:30 p.m., Federal Bldg.
Housing Commission Rep. 1
Julietta
Scott
8/17/26
Public Member 1
Mark
Ward
7/1/26
Public Member 2
Michael
Rabagia
7/1/26
Public Member 3
Aaron
Miller
7/1/27
Public Member 4
Beth
McGrath
7/1/27
Public Member 5
Open
Open
7/1/28
Public Member 6
Open
Open
7/1/28
PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY COMMISSION
3 Yr. Term - Meets 2nd Tues., 4:30 p.m. MFC/Varied locations
Public Member 1
Robin
Kennicker
6/30/26
Public Member 2
Ron
Axtell
6/30/26
Public Member 3
Jessica
Ochoa
6/30/26
Public Member 4
Jennifer
Tigges
6/30/27
Public Member 5
Lori
011endick
6/30/28
Public Member 6
Josh
Jorgenson
6/30/28
Public Member 7
Jason
Henkel
6/30/28
RESILIENT COMMUNITY ADVISORY COMMISSION
3 Yr. Term - Meets 1st Thur. 5:00 p.m., Jule Op. & Train. Center
Commission Cross Rep. 1
Open
Open
7/16/27
Commission Cross Rep. 2
Robin
Kennicker
6/30/26
Commission Cross Rep. 3
Open
Open
2/15/25
Public Member 1
Lucas
Delaney
7/1/28
Public Member 2
Nolan
Bielinski
7/1/27
Public Member 3
David
Mc Dermott
7/1/26
Public Member 4
Lalith
Jayawickrama
7/1/26
Public Member 5
Rachel
Schmidt Boeke
7/1/27
Public Member 6
Jacob
Kohlhaas
7/1/28
TRANSIT ADVISORY BOARD
3 Yr. Term
- Meets bi-monthly Sept. to May, 2nd Thur.
Intermodal Transit Station
Public Member 1
Alex Kruse
7/30/28
Public Member 2
Talma Brown
7/30/26
Public Member 3
Greg Orwoll
7/30/26
Public Member 4
Dora Serna
7/30/26
Public Member 5
Katie Bailey
7/30/27
ZONING ADVISORY COMMISSION
3 Yr. Term
- Meets 1st Wed., 6:00 p.m., Fed. Bldg.
Public Member 1
Matthew
Mulligan
7/1/28
Public Member 2
Martha
Christ
7/1/26
Public Member 3
Carrie
Lohrmann
7/1/26
Public Member 4
Teri
Zuccaro
7/1/26
Public Member 5
Richard
Russell
7/1/27
Public Member 6
Troy
Froistad
7/1/27
Public Member 7
Pat
Norton
7/1/28
ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENTS
5 Yr. Term - Meets 4th Thur., 5:30 p.m. Fed. Bldg.
Public Member 1
Gwen
Kosel
3/25/29
Public Member 2
Keith
Ahlvin
3/25/30
Public Member 3
Ben
Loeffelholz
3/25/26
Public Member 4
Rena
Stierman
3/25/27
Public Member 5
Matthew
Mauss
3/25/28
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