Public Hearing for the Adoption of the Public Housing Authority (PHA) Annual Plan for Federal Fiscal Year 2026 Copyrighted
April 6, 2026
City of Dubuque PUBLIC HEARINGS # 1.
City Council
ITEM TITLE: Public Hearing for the Adoption of the Public Housing
Authority (PHA) Annual Plan for Federal Fiscal Year 2026
SUMMARY: Proof of publication on notice of public hearing to consider
City Council approve the adoption of the Public Housing
Authority Annual Plan for Federal Fiscal Year 2026, and City
Manager recommending approval.
RESOLUTION Authorizing The Mayor To Execute The
Certification By State Or Local Office Of Public Housing
Agency (PHA) Plan's Consistency With The Consolidated
Plan And Approval Of The PHA Federal Fiscal Year 2026
Annual Plan
SUGGUESTED Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
DISPOSITION:
ATTACHMENTS:
1. MVM Memo Hold a Public Hearing for and approve the adoption of the Public
Housing Authority (PHA) Annual Plan for Federal Fiscal Year 2026
2. Staff Memo
3. Resolution
4. PHA ANNUAL PLAN Form-HUD-50075-HCV-for-IA087
5. Form-HUD-50077-SL-for-IA087-ID-6354 MAYOR
6. Form-HUD-50077-ST-HCV-HP-for-IA087-ID-2164 MAYOR DIRECTOR
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TO: The Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
FROM: Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager
SUBJECT: Hold a Public Hearing for and approve the adoption of the Public Housing
Authority (PHA) Annual Plan for Federal Fiscal Year 2026.
DATE: April 1, 2026
Housing & Community Development Director Maddy Haverland is recommending City
Council input on the Public Housing Authority Annual Plan and approve the adoption of
the Public Housing Authority Annual Plan for Federal Fiscal Year 2026.
The Annual Plan was reviewed by the Housing Commission on January 27, 2026,
where the commission was given the opportunity to review the plan and provide input
and comments.
The Resident Advisory Board, comprised of all residents on assisted housing, reviewed
the Annual Plan and had the opportunity to provide input and comments at their meeting
held on February 18, 2026.
The PHA Annual Plan describes how the PHA operates and the services it provides.
The plan is used to inform HUD, assisted families, and the public about the PHA's
mission, goals, and priorities while outlining how the PHA serves low-, very low-, and
extremely low-income households.
I concur with the recommendation and respectfully request Mayor and City Council
approval.
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Mic ael C. Van Milligen
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Attachment
cc: Crenna Brumwell, City Attorney
Cori Burbach, Assistant City Manager
Maddy Haverland, Housing & Community Development Director
Gina Hodgson, Assisted Housing Supervisor
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TO: Michael C Van Milligen, City Manager
FROM: Maddy Haverland, Housing & Community Development Director
DATE: March 30, 2026
RE: Hold a Public Hearing for and approve the adoption of the Public Housing
Authority (PHA) Annual Plan for Federal Fiscal Year 2026.
INTRODUCTION
The City of Dubuque is a Public Housing Authority (PHA) that provides housing
assistance to residents. A PHA is required to submit an Annual Plan to the U.S.
Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) each fiscal year.
DISCUSSION
The City Council is required to hold the public hearing prior to approving the PHA
Annual Plan before it is submitted to HUD.
The Annual Plan was reviewed by the Housing Commission on January 27, 2026,
where the commission was given the opportunity to review the plan and provide input
and comments.
The Resident Advisory Board, comprised of all residents on assisted housing, reviewed
the Annual Plan and had the opportunity to provide input and comments at their meeting
held on February 18, 2026.
The FFY 2026 PHA Annual Plan includes a report on the PHA's progress in meeting its
Mission and Goals described in its 5-Year PHA Plan. This Federal Fiscal Year 2026
highlights the following successes in working towards achieved the goals and objectives
in the 5-Year PHA Plan:
PHA Goal: Increase Homeownership Readiness
• Focused on improving homeownership readiness through education,
engagement, and financial stability.
• Facilitated tenant education workshops for the "Back to Work" group, covering
homeowner responsibilities and long-term planning.
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• Conducted targeted outreach to HCV participants to increase enrollment in the
FSS Program (NLSP) and support self-sufficiency.
• Achieved multiple FSS participant graduations with escrow, reflecting progress in
employment, goal-setting, and financial empowerment.
• Increased FSS escrow earnings, helping households build savings for future
homeownership costs such as down payments and closing costs.
PHA Goal: De-Concentration of Poverty
• Strengthened program oversight and participant outcomes to expand access to
higher-opportunity areas.
• Collaborated with HUD through monthly HCV data reviews, achieving full
voucher utilization while maintaining budget compliance.
• Implemented updated participant briefings to clarify program rules and improve
leasing outcomes.
• Supported a CDBG-funded security deposit assistance program to reduce
upfront leasing barriers.
• Increased voucher leasing success rates from 40% to 70%, with growth in
SAFMR 52002.
• Expanded housing opportunities through new developments in SAFMR districts
outside historically concentrated voucher areas.
PHA Goal: Support Childcare Initiatives in the Community
• Supported expanded access to childcare through the opening of multiple new
daycare centers in the City of Dubuque.
• Participated in monthly meetings with community partners to address childcare
affordability.
• Coordinated resources, shared data, and developed strategies to reduce cost
barriers for families.
• Strengthened family stability and workforce participation through improved
childcare availability.
The PHA Annual Plan describes how the PHA operates and the services it provides.
The plan is used to inform HUD, assisted families, and the public about the PHA's
mission, goals, and priorities while outlining how the PHA serves low-, very low-, and
extremely low-income households.
RECOMMENDATION
I respectfully request the Mayor and City Council hold a public hearing on April 6, 2026,
to receive input on the PHA Annual Plan and approve the adoption of the PHA Annual
Plan.
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Prepared by Gina Hodgson Housing & Community Devel 350 W. 611 St Suite 312 Telephone: (563) 690-6072
Return to Adrienne N. Breitfelder, City Clerk, 50 W. 131" St., Dubuque, IA 52001, (563) 589-4100
RESOLUTION NO. 118-26
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE THE CERTIFICATION BY
STATE OR LOCAL OFFICE OF PUBLIC HOUSING AGENCY (PHA) PLAN'S
CONSISTENCY WITH THE CONSOLIDATED PLAN AND APPROVAL OF THE PHA
FEDERAL FISCAL YEAR 2026 ANNUAL PLAN
WHEREAS, the City of Dubuque is designated as a Public Housing Authority; and
WHEREAS, the City of Dubuque maintains and creates a Public Housing
Authority Annual Plan each fiscal year; and
WHEREAS, the Housing Commission reviewed & approved the Annual Plan on
January 27, 2026; and
WHEREAS, Resident Advisory Board (RAB) reviewed the Annual Plan on
February 18, 2026; and
Whereas, the City Council held a public hearing to receive comment on the
proposed Public Housing Authority Federal Fiscal Year 2026 Annual Plan on April 6,
2026.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1: That the Mayor is hereby authorized and directed to certify the PHA
Federal Fiscal Year 2026 Annual Plan's Consistency with the Consolidated Plan; and
Section 2: That the Director of Housing and Community Development is hereby
authorized to submit the PHA Annual Plan and the Certification as required by the U.S.
Department of Housing and Urban Development.
Passed, approved and adopted this 6t" day of April 2026.
Attest:
Adrienne N. Breitfelder, City Clerk
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Status:Created
Streamlined Annual U.S.Department of Housing and Urban Development OMB No.2577-0226
Office of Public and Indian Housing Expires 9/30/2027
PHA Plan
(HCV Only PHAs)
Purpose.The 5-Year and Annual PHA Plans provide a ready source for interested parties to locate basic PHA policies,rules,and requirements concerning the
PHA's operations,programs,and services.They also inform HUD,families served by the PHA,and members of the public of the PHA's mission,goals,and
objecrives for serving the needs of low-,very low-,and extremely low-income families.
Applicability.The Form HUD-50075-HCV is to be completed annually by HCV-Only PHAs.PHAs that meet the definition of a Standard PHA,Troubled
PHA,High Performer PHA,Small PHA,or Qualified PHA do not need to submit this form.Where applicable,separate Annual PHA Plan forms are available
for each of these types of PHAs.
Definitions.
(1)High-Performer PHA-A PHA that owns or manages more than 550 combined public housing units and housing choice vouchers(HCVs)and was
designated as a high performer on both the most recent Public Housing Assessment System(PHAS)and Section Eight Management Assessment Program
(SEMAP)assessments if administering both programs,SEMAP for PHAs that only administer tenant-based assistance and/or project-based assistance,or
PHAS if only administering public housing.
(2)Small PHA-A PHA that is not designated as PHAS or SEMAP troubled,that owns or manages less than 250 public housing units and any number of
vouchers where the total combined units exceed 550.
(3)Housing Choice voucher(KCV)Only PHA-A PHA that administers more than 550 HCVs,was not designated as troubled in its most recent SEMAP
assessment and does not own or manage public housing.
(4)Standard PHA-A PHA that owns or manages 250 or more public housing units and any number of vouchers where the total combined units exceed 550,
and that was designated as a standard performer in the most recent PHAS and SEMAP assessments.
(5)Troub[ed PHA-A PHA that achieves an overall PHAS or SEMAP score of less than 60 percent.
(6)Qualified PHA-A PHA with 550 or fewer public housing dwelling units and/or HC Vs combined and is not PHAS or SEMAP troubled.
A. PHA Information.
A.1 PHA Name: City of Dubuque PHA Code: IA087
PHA Plan for Fiscal Year Beginning: (MM/YYYY): 07/2026
PHA Inventory(Based on Annual Contributions Contract(ACC)units at rime of FY beginning,above)
Number of Housing Choice Vouchers(HCVs) lll3
PHA Plan Submission Type: 0 Annual Submission �_l Revised Annual Submission
Public Availability of Information. In addirion to the items listed in this form,PHAs must have the elements listed
below readily available to the public.A PHA must idenrify the specific locarion(s)where the proposed PHA Plan,PHA
Plan Elements,and all information relevant to the public hearing and proposed PHA Plan are available for inspection
by the public.Additionally,the PHA must provide information on how the public may reasonably obtain additional
information of the PHA policies contained in the standard Annual Plan but excluded from their streamlined
submissions.At a minimum,PHAs must post PHA Plans,including updates,at each Asset Management Project(AMP)
and main office or central office of the PHA and should make documents available electronically for public inspection
upon request. PHAs are strongly encouraged to post complete PHA Plans on their official websites and to provide each
resident council with a copy of their PHA Plans.
How the public can access this PHA Plan: The City of Dubuque Housing&Community Development Department
PHA Plan,Plan Elements,and PHA Policies are available for review online at
https://www.cityofdubuque.org/1484/Administrative-Plans as well as in person at the following locations: City Clerk's
Office,Ciry Hall, 50 West 13th Street and the Housing&Communiry Development Department 350 W 6th Street,
Suite 312,Dubuque,IA 52001.
I_I pHA Consortia: (Check box if submitting a joint Plan and complete table below)
Participating PHAs PHA Code Program(s)in the Program(s)not in the No.of Units in Each
Consortia Consortia Program
B. Plan Elements.
B.1 Revision of Existing PAA Plan Elements.
a)Have the following PHA Plan elements been revised by the PHA since its last Annual Plan submission?
Y N
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0 0 Statement of Housing Needs and Strategy for Addressing Housing Needs.
❑� Deconcentration and Other Policies that Govern Eligibility,Selection,and Admissions.
❑0 Financial Resources.
0� Rent Determination.
❑0 Operation and Management.
❑� Informal Review and Hearing Procedures.
❑� Homeownership Programs.
�0 Self Sufficiency Programs and Treatment of Income Changes Resulting from Welfare Program Requirements.
❑0 Substantial Deviation.
�� Significant Amendment/Modification.
(b)If the PHA answered yes for any element,describe the revisions for each element(s):
B.2 New Activities.
(a)Does the PHA intend to undertake any new activities related to the following in the PHA's applicable Fiscal Year?
Y N
00 Project-Based Vouchers
(b)If Project-Based Voucher(PBV)activities are planned for the applicable Fiscal Year,provide the projected number
of PBV units and general locations,and describe how project-basing would be consistent with the PHA Plan.
B.3 Progress Report.
Provide a description of the PHA's progress in meeting its Mission and Goals described in its 5-Year PHA Plan.
Mission: The City of Dubuque Housing&Community Development Department's mission is to provide decent,
safe and affordable rental housing and to provide opportunities that promote self-sufficiency,economic
independence,and homeownership opportunities for eligible Housing Choice Voucher participants.PHA Goal:
Increase homeownership readiness: Progress toward increasing homeownership readiness by focusing on
education,engagement,and financial stability. Staff facilitates a tenant education workshop for the "Back to
Work" group working to equip participants with the knowledge and skills needed to be suceessful homeowners,
from understanding housing responsibilities to long-term planning.Staff engages in targeted outreach to HCV
Participants to recruit into the FSS Program(NLSP)as a means to gain momentum towards self-sufficiency.
PHA had numerous FSS Program Participants graduate with escrow,reflecting deeper engagement in goal-
setting,employment advancement,and financial empowerment.As a result of this increased success and earned
income growth,FSS escrow earnings also rose,helping more households build savings that can be applied
toward future homeownership expenses such as down payments and closing costs.PHA Goal: Support childcare
initiatives in the community: Our PHA has helped to advance the goal of supporting childcare initiatives in the
community through both expanded access and collaborative problem-solving.Multiple new daycare centers
have opened in the City of Dubuque,increasing the availability of childcare options for working families and
helping to meet growing demand.In addition,staff ineet monthly with other community organizations to
address the affordability of childcare,aligning resources,sharing data,and developing strategies to reduce cost
barriers for families.Together,these efforts strengthen the local childcare system and support family stability
and workforce participation.PHA Goal: De-concentration of poverty: Progress toward the de-concentration of
poverty by strengthening program oversight,improving participant outcomes,and expanding housing
opportunities in higher-opportunity areas.Staff worked closely with AUD through monthly reviews of Aousing
Choice Voucher(HCV)program data,achieving full voucher utilization while carefully balancing the HUD-
allocated budget.An updated participant briefing was rolled out to provide clearer guidance on program rules
and expectations,supporting smoother leasing outcomes.The City also supported a security deposit assistance
program funded through CDBG,reducing upfront cost barriers for voucher holders.As a result of these
combined efforts,the voucher leasing success rate increased from 40%to 70%,with notable growth in lease-
ups within SAFMR 52002.Additionally,new housing developments were created in SAFMR districts outside
historically concentrated voucher areas,further expanding access to diverse neighborhoods and advancing
long-term de-
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concentration goals.
B.4 B.4 Capital Improvements. -Not Applicable
B.5 Most Recent Fiscal Year Audit.
(a)Were there any findings in the most recent FY Audit?
YO NO N/AO
(b)If yes,please describe:
C. Other pocument and/or Certification Requirements.
C.1 Resident Advisory Board(RAB)Comments.
(a)Did the RAB(s)have comments to the PHA Plan?
YO NO
(b)If yes,comments must be submitted by the PHA as an attachment to the PHA Plan.PHAs must also include a
narrative describing their analysis of the RAB recommendations and the decisions made on these recommendations.
C.2 Certification by State or Local Officials.
Form HUD 50077-SL, Certification by State or Local Officials of PHA Plans Consistency with the Consolidated Plan,
must be submitted by the PHA as an electronic attachment to the PHA Plan.
C.3 Civil Rights Certification/Certification Listing Policies and Programs that the PHA has Revised since
Submission of its Last Annual Plan.
Form HUD-50077-ST-HCV-HP,PHA Certifications of Compliance with PHA Plan, Civil Rights,and Related Laws
and Regulations
Including PHA Plan Elements that Have Changed, must be submitted by the PHA as an electronic attachment to the
PHA Plan.
C.4 Challenged Elements.If any element of the PHA Plan is challenged,a PHA must include such information as an
attachment with a description of any challenges to Plan elements,the source of the challenge,and the PHA's response
to the public.
(a)Did the public challenge any elements of the Plan?
Y�—� N O
(b)If yes,include Challenged Elements.
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This information collection is authorized by Section S ll of the Quality Housing and Work Responsibility Act,which added a new section SA to the U.S.
Housing Act of 1937,as amended,which introduced the Annual PHA Plan.The Annual PHA Plan provides a ready source for interested parties to locate basic
PHA policies,rules,and requirements concerning the PHA's operations,programs,and services,and informs HUD,families served by the PHA,and members
of the public for serving the needs of low-income,very low-income,and extremely low-income families.
Public reporting burden for this information collection is estimated to average 4.52 hours per response,including the time for reviewing instructions,searching
existing data sources,gathering,and maintaining the data needed,and completing and reviewing the collection of information.Send comments regarding this
burden estimate or any other aspect of this collection of information,including suggestions to reduce this burden,to the Reports Management Officer,REE,
Department of Housing and Urban Development,451 7th Street,SW,Room 4176,Washington,DC 20410-5000.When providing comments,please refer to
OMB Approval No.2577-0226.HUD may not collect this information,and respondents are not required to complete this form,unless it displays a currently
valid OMB Control Number.
Privacy Notice.The United States Department of Housing and Urban Development is authorized to solicit the information requested in this form by virtue of
Title 12,U.S.Code,Section 1701 et seq.,and regulations promulgated thereunder at Title 12,Code of Federal Regularions.Responses to the collecrion of
information are required to obtain a benefit or to retain a benefit.The information requested does not lend itself to confidentiality.
Form identification:IA087-City of Dubuque Form HUD-50075-HCV(Form ID- 7611)printed by Gina Hodgson
in HUD Secure Systems/Public Housing Portal at 01/28/202611:36AMEST
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HUD-50077-SL Print
Status: Created
Certification by State or Local
Official of PHA Plans Consistency
with the Consolidated Plan or
State Consolidated Plan
(A11 PH, 4s)
U. S Department of Housing and Urban Development
Office of Public and Indian Housing
OMB No. 2577-0226
Expires 09/30/2027
Certification by State or Local Official of PHA Plans
Consistency with the Consolidated Plan or State Consolidated Plan
I, Brad M. Cavanagh , the Mayor
Official's Name Official's Title
certify that the 5-Year PHA Plan for fiscal years 2026-2030 and/or Annual PHA Plan for fiscal
year 2026 of the IA087 - City of Dubuque is consistent with the
PHA Name
Consolidated Plan or State Consolidated Plan including any applicable fair housing goals or strategies
to:
City of Dubuque
Local Jurisdiction Name
pursuant to 24 CFR Part 91 and 24 CFR Part 903.15.
Provide a description of how the PHA Plan's contents are consistent with the Consolidated Plan or State
Consolidated Plan.
The City of Dubuque's 5-Year PHA Plan and Consolidated Plan monitor the distribution and
types of affordable housing across census tracts. These plans guide efforts to ensure affordable
housing is accessible and equitably available to all residents. The City's activities and goals
support the integration of affordable housing throughout the community
ta. Both plans include
rgeted strategies to expand housing opportunities for Housing Choice Voucher applicants
and participants, with a focus on increasing affordability and access.
UWc, the undcrsigncd, certify under penalty of perjurvthat the information provided above is true and correct. NVARNING: Anyone who knowingly
submits a false claim or makes a false statement is subject to criminal and/or civil penalties, including confinement for up to 5 years, fines, and civil
and administrative penalties. (18 U.S.C. §§ 287, 1001, 1010, 1012, 1014; 31 U.S.C. §3729, 3802).
This information is collected to ensure consistency with the consolidated plan or state consolidated plan.
Public reporting burden for this information collection is estimated to average 0.16 hours per year per response, including the time for reviewing instructions,
searching existing data sources, gathering, and maintaining the data needed, and completing and reviewing the collection of information. Send comments regarding
this burden estimate or any other aspect of this collection of information, including suggestions to reduce this burden, to the Reports Management Officer, REE,
Department of Housing and Urban Development, 451 7th Street, SW, Room 4176, Washington, DC 20410-5000. When providing comments, please refer to OMB
Approval No. 2577-0226. HUD may not collect this information, and respondents are not required to complete this form, unless it displays a currently valid OMB
Control Number.
Privacy Notice. The United States Department of Housing and Urban Development is authorized to solicit the information requested in this form by virtue of Title
12, U.S. Code, Section 1701 er seq., and regulations promulgated thereunder at Title 12. Code of Federal Regulations. Responses to the collection of information are
required to obtain a benefit or to retain a benefit. The information requested does not lend itself to confidentiality.
Form identification: IA087 - City of Dubuque form HUD-50077-SL (Form ID - 6354) printed by Gina
Hodgson in HUD Secure Systems/Public Housing Portal at 01/28/2026 11:30AM EST
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Status:Created
Certifications of Compliance with U.S.Department of Housing and Urban Development
Office of Public and Indian Housing
PHA Plan and Related Regulations OMB No.2577-0226
(Standa�d, Troubled, HCV-Only, and Expires 09/30/2027
High Performer PHAs)
PHA Certifications of Compliance with PHA Plan, Civil Rights, and Related Laws and Regulations
including PHA Plan Elements that Have Changed
Acting on behalf of the Board of Commissioners of the Public HousingAgency(PHA) listed below, as its Chairperson or other
authorized PHA offcial if there is no Board of Commissioners,I approve the submission of the 5-Year and/orXAnnual PHA Plan,
hereinafter referred to as "the Plan,"of which this document is a part, and make the following certification and agreements with the
Department of Housing and Urban Development(HUD)for the PHA fiscal year beginning 07/2026. in which the PHA receives assistance
under 42 U.S.C. 1437fand/or 1437g in connection with the submission of the Plan and implementation thereof
1. The Plan is consistent with the applicable comprehensive housing affordability strategy(or any plan incorporating
such strategy)for the jurisdiction in which the PHA is located(24 CFR § 91.2).
2. The Plan contains a signed certification by the appropriate State or local official(form HUD-50077-SL)that the
Plan is consistent with the applicable Consolidated Plan, which includes any applicable fair housing goals or
strategies, for the PHA's jurisdiction and a description of the way the PHA Plan is consistent with the applicable
Consolidated Plan(24 CFR §§ 91.2, 91.225, 91325, and 91.425).
3. The PHA has established a Resident Advisory Board or Boards,the membership of which represents the residents
assisted by the PHA, consulted with this Resident Advisory Board or Boards in developing the Plan, including
any changes or revisions to the policies and programs identified in the Plan before they were implemented, and
considered the recommendations of the Resident Advisory Board(24 CFR 903.13).The PHA has included in the
Plan submission a copy of the recommendations made by the Resident Advisory Board or Boards and a
description of the way the Plan addresses these recommendations.
4. The PHA provides assurance as part of this certification that:
i. The Resident Advisory Board had an opportunity to review and comment on the changes to the policies and
programs before implementation by the PHA;
ii. The changes were duly approved by the PHA Board of Directors (or similar governing body); and
iii. The revised policies and programs are available for review and inspection, at the principal office of the PHA
during normal business hours. Where possible, PHAs should make documents available electronically, for
public inspection upon request.
5. The PHA made the proposed Plan and all information relevant to the public hearing available for public inspection
at least 45 days before the hearing,published a notice that a hearing would be held and conducted a hearing to
discuss the Plan and invited public comment. The PHA ensured all notices and meetings provided effective
communication with persons with disabilities and further provided meaningful language access for persons with
Limited English Proficiency(LEP).
6. The PHA certifies that it will carry out the public housing program of the agency in conformity with Title VI of
the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C. 2000d-2000d-4),the Fair Housing Act(42 U.S.C. 3601-19), Section 504
of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (29 U.S.C. 794), Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act(42 U.S.C.
12101 et seq.), the Violence Against Women Act(34 U.S.C. § 12291 et seq.), and other applicable civil rights
requirements, and that it will affirmatively further fair housing in the administration of all HUD programs. In
addition, if it administers a Housing Choice Voucher Program, the PHA certifies that it will administer the
program in conformity with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964,the Fair Housing Act, Section 504 of the
Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act,the Violence Against Women Act, and
other applicable civil rights requirements, and that it will affirmatively further fair housing in the administration of
all HUD programs.
7. The PHA will affirmatively further fair housing,in compliance with the Fair Housing Act, 24 CFR § 5150 et seq.,
24 CFR § 903.7(0), and 24 CFR§ 903.15, which means that it will take meaningful actions,in addition to
combating discrimination,that overcome patterns of segregation and foster inclusive communities free from
barriers that restrict access to opportunity based on protected characteristics. Specifically, affirmatively furthering
fair housing means taking meaningful actions that, taken together, address significant disparities in housing needs
and in access to opportunity,replacing segregated living patterns with truly integrated and balanced living
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patterns, transforming racially or ethnically concentrated areas of poverty into areas of opportunity, and fostering
and maintaining compliance with civil rights and fair housing laws (24 CFR § 5.151). Pursuant to 24 CFR §
903.15(c)(2), a PHA's policies should be designed to reduce the concentration of tenants and other assisted
persons by race,national origin, and disability. PHA policies should include affirmative steps stated in 24 CFR§
90315(c)(2)(i) and 24 CFR§ 903.15(c)(2)(ii). Furthermore, under 24 CFR § 903.7(0), a PHA must submit a civil
rights certification with its Annual and 5-year PHA P1ans, except for qualified PHAs who submit the Form HUD-
50077-CR as a standalone document. The PHA certifies that it will take no action that is materially inconsistent
with its obligation to affirmatively further fair housing.
8. For PHA Plans that include a policy for site-based waiting lists:
• The PHA regularly submits required data to HUD's 50058 PIGIMS Module and/or its successor system:
the Housing Information Portal(HIP)in an accurate, complete and timely manner(as specified in PIH
Notice 2011-65);
• The system of site-based waiting lists provides for full disclosure to each applicant in the selection of the
development in which to reside,including basic information about available sites; and an estimate of the
period of time the applicant would likely have to wait to be admitted to units of different sizes and types
at each site;
• Adoption of a site-based waiting list would not violate any court order or settlement agreement or be
inconsistent with a pending complaint brought by HUD;
• The PHA shall take reasonable measures to assure that such a waiting list is consistent with affirmatively
furthering fair housing; and
• The PHA provides for review of its site-based waiting list policy to determine if it is consistent with civil
rights laws and certifications, as specified in 24 CFR 903.7(0)(1).
9. The PHA will comply with the prohibitions against discrimination based on age pursuant to the Age
Discrimination Act of 1975.
10. In accordance with the Fair Housing Act,the PHA will not base a determination of eligibility for housing on
marital status and will not otherwise discriminate because of sex.
ll. The PHA will comply with the Architectural Barriers Act of 1968 and 24 CFR Part 41, 'Policies and Procedures
far the Enforcement of Standards and Requirements for Accessibility by the Physically Handicapped'far people
with physical disabilities.
12. The PHA will comply with the requirements of Section 3 of the Housing and Urban Development Act of 1968,
Employment Opportunities far Low-or Very-Low Income Persons, and with its implementing regulation at 24
CFR Part 135.
13. The PHA will comply with the acquisition and relocation requirements of the Uniform Relocation Assistance and
Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1970 and implement the regulations at 49 CFR Part 24 as applicable.
14. The PHA will take appropriate affirmative action to award contracts to minority and women's business enterprises
under 24 CFR 5.105(a).
15. The PHA will provide the responsible entity or HUD any documentation that the responsible entity or HUD needs
to carry out its review under the National Environmental Policy Act and other related authorities in accordance
with 24 CFR Part 58 or Part 50,respectively.
16. With respect to public housing the PHA will comply with Davis-Bacon or HUD determined wage rate
requirements under Section 12 of the United States Housing Act of 1937 and the Contract Work Hours and Safety
Standards Act.
17. The PHA will keep records in accordance with 2 CFR 200.302 and facilitate an effective audit to determine
compliance with program requirements.
18. The PHA will comply with the Lead-Based Paint Poisoning Prevention Act,the Residential Lead-Based Paint
Hazard Reduction Act of 1992, and 24 CFR Part 35.
19. The PHA will comply with the policies, guidelines, and requirements of 2 CFR Part 200,Uniform Administrative
Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Financial Assistance, including but not
limited to submitting the assurances required under 24 CFR§§ 1.5, 3.115, 8.50, and 107.25 by submitting an SF-
424,including the required assurances in SF-424B or D, as applicable.
20. The PHA will undertake only activities and programs covered by the Plan in a manner consistent with its Plan and
will utilize covered grant funds only for activities that are approvable under the regulations and included in its
Plan.
21. All attachments to the Plan have been and will continue to always be available at all locations that the PHA Plan is
available for public inspection.All required supporting documents have been made available for public inspection
along with the Plan and additional requirements at the primary business office of the PHA and at all other times
and locations identified by the PHA in its PHA Plan and will continue to be made available at least at the primary
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business office of the PHA and, where possible, should be made available for public inspection in an electronic
format.
22. The PHA certifies that it is following all applicable Federal statutory and regulatory requirements, including the
Declaration of Trust(s).
City of Dubuque
PHA Name
X Annual PHA Plan for Fiscal Year 2026
_ 5-Year PHA Plan for Fiscal Years 20-20
IA087
PHA Number/HA Code
UWe, the undersigned, certify under penalty of perjury that the information provided above is true and correct. WARNING: Anyone who knowingly submits a false
claim or makes a false statement is subject to criminal and/or civil penalties, including confinement for up to 5 years, tines, and civil and administrative penalties. (18
U.S.C. §§ 287, 1001, 1010, 1012, 1014, 31 U.S.C. §3729, 3802)
Name of Executive Director: Ms Madeline Haverland I Name of Board Chairman: Brad M. Cavanaeh
Signature:
Date:
Signature/- Date: � q Ir"d
This information is collected to ensure compliance with PHA Plan, Civil Rights, and related laws and regulations including PHA plan elements that have changed.
Public reporting burden for this information collection is estimated to average 0.16 hours per year per response, including the time for reviewing instructions, searching existing
data sources, gathering, and maintaining the data needed, and completing and reviewing the collection of information. Send comments regarding this burden estimate or any other
aspect of this collection of information, including suggestions to reduce this burden, to the Reports Management Officer, FLEE, Department of Housing and Urban Development,
451 7th Street, SW, Room 4176. Washington, DC 20410-5000. When providing comments, please refer to OMB Approval No. 2577-0226. HUD may not collect this information,
and respondents are not required to complete this form, unless it displays a currently valid OMTI Control Number.
Privacy Notice. The United States Department of Housing and Urban Development is authorized to solicit the information requested in this form by virtue of Title 12, U.S. Code,
Section 1701 et seq., and regulations promulgated thereunder at Title 12, Code of Federal Regulations. Responses to the collection of information are required to obtain a benefit or
to retain a benefit. The information requested does not lend itself to confidentiality.
Form identification:1A087-City of Dubuque form HUD-50077-ST-HCV-HP (Form ID -2164) for CY 2026 printed by
Gina Hodgson in HUD Secure Systems/Public Housing Portal at 0112812026 11:33AM EST
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STATE OF IOWA SS:
DUBUQUE COUNTY
CERTIFICATE OF PUBLICATION
I, Kathy Goetzinger, a Billing Clerk for Woodward
Communications, Inc., an Iowa corporation, publisher
of the Telegraph Herald, a newspaper of general
circulation published in the City of Dubuque, County
of Dubuque and State of Iowa; hereby certify that the
attached notice was published in said newspaper on the
following dates:
02/18/2026
and for which the charge is 25.70
/ i d to before me a Notary
be Pu and for
Dubuque County, Iowa,
this 18th day of February, 2026
Notarl( Rjblic in and for Dubuque County, Iowa.
4'FtIAL sP JANET K. PAPE
° y Commission Number 199659
My Commission Expires
12/11/2028
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Ad text :
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
OFFICIAL NOTICE
PROPOSED FISCAL YEAR 2026 PUBLIC HOUSING AGENCY (PHA) ANNUAL
PLAN
Notice is hereby given that the Dubuque City Council will
conduct a public hearing on Monday, April 6, 2026, at a
meeting to commence at 6:30 p.m. in City Council Chambers, 350
West 6th Street, Dubuque, Iowa.
The City Council will consider a proposed Fiscal Year 2026
PHA Annual Plan.
Interested parties may examine the contents of the proposed
Plan at the City Clerk's Office, City Hall, 50 West 13th
Street; and the Housing and Community Development Department,
350 West 6th Street, Suite 312, Dubuque Iowa, and the City
Website at www.cityofdubuque.org/adminplan.
Written comments may be submitted on or before the time of
the public hearing to the City of Dubuque Housing and
Community Development Department, 350 W 6th St, Suite 312,
Dubuque Iowa 52001 (563-690-6096) or
ghodgson@cityofdubuque.org.
At said time and place of public hearing all interested
citizens and parties will be given an opportunity to be heard
for or against said plan.
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