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Minutes_Community Development Advisory Commission 03.18.26 Copyrighted May 4, 2026 City of Dubuque CONSENT ITEMS # 1. City Council ITEM TITLE: Minutes and Reports Submitted SUMMARY: Civil Service from 2-17-26; Resilient Community Advisory Commission from 2-5-26; Community Development Advisory Commission from 3-18-26 and 3-24-26; Investment and Cash Management Oversight Advisory Commission; Human Rights Commission 3-10-26; Zoning Advisory Commission from 11- 5-25; Zoning Board of Adjustment from 2-26-26 SUGGUESTED Receive and File DISPOSITION: ATTACHMENTS: 1. 26 02 17 Civil Service Minutes 2. 26-02-05 RCAC Minutes 3. CD Approved Minutes 3.18.26 4. CD Approved Minutes 03.24.2026 5. March 10, 2026 OHRC Minutes 6. Minutes ZAC 11-5-25 Approved Page 78 of 668 MINUTES COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMISSION (APPROVED) DATE: Wednesday, March 18, 2026 TIME: 5:30 p.m. PLACE: Housing and Community Development Department. 350 West 6t" Street, Conference Room 250; Dubuque, IA 52001 Chairperson Michelle Hinke called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. following staff assurance of compliance with lowa Open Meeting Law. Commissioners Present: Dean Boles, Talma Brown, Michelle Hinke, and Gabriel Mozena Commissioners Absent: Dale Campbell (excused absence) and Renee Kehoe (excused absence) Staff Present: Mary Bridget Corken-Deutsch and Stacey Weeber Public Present: Mike Gornoll, Diana Gau, Ann Lorenz, Kait Nelson, Hilary Dalton, Mary Rose Corrigan, Danielle Miller and Jennifer Cavanagh Oath(s) of Office: A voting commission member Administer the Oath of Office to Talma Brown. Certification of Minutes —January 21, 2026 Commissioner Brown motioned to approve the Minutes for the January 21, 2026, Community Development Advisory Commission Meeting. Commissioner Mozena seconded. Motion carried 4- 0. Correspondence/Public Input There was no public input. Reports a) FY26 Purchase of Service Grantees Mike Gornoll, Case Manager, from Catholic Charities spoke about their FY26 Purchase of Service Grant. He stated Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Dubuque provides comprehensive social services across 30 counties in northeast lowa, focusing on poverty reduction, stability, and support for vulnerable populations. Key programs include mental health counseling, affordable housing, jail/prison reentry, immigration legal services, and various stability-focused, individualized services and partnering with other commuity agencies. Ann Lorenz, Community Outreach Director, from Presentation Lantern Center, spoke about their FY26 Purchase of Service Grant and provided an informational document, Workforce Retention & Support for Immigrants and Refugees. She stated Presentation Lantern offers hospitality, educational opportunities, advocacy, and finanical assistance to adult immigrants, especially women, who are striving to better their lives. Since 2002, they have served over 2,000 immigrants, including children, from over 85 countries. She mentioned that Presentation Lantern Center is increasing its staff and relocating to the Sisters of Presentation building. Kait Nelson, Office Manager, and Hilary Dalton, Executive Director of Dubuque & Jackson County Habitat for Humanity, presented information regarding their FY26 Purchase of Service Grant. Dalton noted that since 1991, Dubuque and Jackson Counties Habitat for Humanity has supported local families through affordable homeownership initiatives, with a commitment to the belief that accessible housing strengthens individuals and communities alike. Dalton discussed the organization's first Habitat pocket neighborhood, currently underway at the Wood Street/Mt. Pleasant build site. Habitat for Humanity collaborates with community members to help them 1 Page 82 of 668 MINUTES COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMISSION (APPROVED) construct or enhance homes, emphasizing that affordable housing is essential for fostering robust, stable communities. The organization's impact includes 38 partner families, 24 Habitat homeowners, 14 owner-occupied home repairs, three renovations, and one home presently under construction. b. Housing Commission No reports were available. c. Resilient Community Advisory Commission The meeting minutes were included in the packet for reference. d. Equity and Human Rights Commission The meeting minutes were included in the packet for reference. Old Business There was no discussion on old business. New Business a) Election of Chairperson Corken-Deutsch stated according to our By-laws, the Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson can hold office for one year and no person shall serve more than two consecutive terms. Therefore, the new chairperson should serve until July 2026. Additionally, By-laws state in the event any office of the Commission becomes vacant, a replacement shall be elected at the next regular meeting to serve the unexpired term of the vacated office. Commissioner Boles motioned to appoint the position of chair to Commissioner Hinke and Commissioner Gabriel Mozena to be Vice-Chair. Seconded by Commissioner Brown. Motion carried 4-0. b) Request to move February CDAC Meeting to Wednesday, April 22, 2026 Corken-Deutsch requested to move the April meeting back one week because the Citizen Participation Plan requires a 30-day public comment period for a substantial amendment. The FY26 Annual Action Plan Amendment#2 will be considered a substantial amendment. Moving the April CDAC meeting back one week will allow sufficient time to provide the required 30-day public comment period for citizens. Motion by Commissioner Mozena to move April CDAC meeting to Wednesday, April 22, 2026. Seconded by Commissioner Boles. Motion carried 4-0. c) CDBG Revolving Application — Crescent Community Health Center: Mobile Dental Unit, Imaging Room & Equipment Diana Gau, Dental Operations Director, and Danielle Miller, Senior Director of Organizational Services from Crescent Community Health Center presented information on progressing toward the launch of its Mobile Dental Unit as a strategic, phased approach to expand access to dental care for underserved residents. The program will begin by using existing clinical staff and a gradual ramp-up schedule to maintain continuity in in-clinic appointments while mobile services gain stability. The unit is fully equipped with two rooms, ADA-accessible features, and the capacity to treat two patients simultaneously. Crescent is requesting partial support for the mobile van, matched by CDBG. During discussions, Commissioner Boles emphasized uncertainty regarding how many individuals could realistically be served in Dubuque and raised questions about long-term staffing and operating capacity. Commissioner Boles also asked questions regarding procurement of the mobile dental unit. Commissioner Mozena stressed the need for clear, well-documented information 2 Page 83 of 668 MINUTES COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMISSION (APPROVED) to justify funding decisions and ensure accountability for future resource allocation. Both highlighted the importance of aligning expectations with actual service capability during the early stages of the rollout. Crescent is coordinating with multiple community facilities to confirm service days and gradually expand coverage across additional counties. Overall, the Mobile Dental Unit remains a measured, responsible effort to improve accessibility while building toward long-term operational stability. Commissioner Brown moved to postpone the $413,119.00 CDBG support for Crescent Community Health Center until the April meeting. The motion also includes adding the Mobile Dental Unit, Imaging Room, and Equipment activities for Crescent Community Health Center to the FY26 Annual Action Plan Amendment#2. Seconded by Commissioner Hinke. Motion carried 4-0. d) Set Public Hearing for FY26 Annual Action Plan Amendment#2 — Substantial Amendment. Corken-Deutsch provided a memo requesting that the Community Development Advisory Commission schedule a public hearing on April 22, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. to review proposed changes in FY26 Annual Action Plan Amendment#2 for the use of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)funds. The amendment reallocates resources due to increased program income, adjusts administrative funding to support interim leadership and compliance activities, adds Rental Rehabilitation as a new eligible housing activity, and updates allocations for Zoning Enforcement, Housing Enforcement, and public facility improvements related to Crescent Community Health Center. These changes ensure compliance, address housing and neighborhood needs, and support essential community services. Motion by Commissioner Brown to set public hearing for FY26 Annual Action Plan Amendment#2 — Substantial Amendment for April 22, 2026, and authorize staff to publish public notice of public hearing and public comment period for 30 days in advance. Seconded by Commissioner Boles. Motion carried 4-0. Information Sharinq a) Review FY27 Purchase of Services Guidelines and Rubric Corken-Deutsch shared the Fy27 Purchase of Services Guidelines, Rubric and timeline. b) FY26-30 Annual Action Plan Summary Corken-Deutsch shared a chart prepared by Commissioner Boles detailing how funds are being allocated. Commissioner Boles noted that a significant portion of resources is directed toward public facilities. c) Budget Hearing Schedule Corken-Deutsch shared the FY27 Budget Hearing Schedule. Adjournment There being no further business to come before the Commission, Commissioner Mozena moved to adjourn the meeting. Commissioner Brown seconded. Motion passed by voice vote. Meeting adjourned at 7:20 p.m. 3 Page 84 of 668 MINUTES COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMISSION (APPROVED) Minutes taken by: (IJc..�,�cr Stacey Weeber Housing Financial Specialist Respectfully Submitted: _� I-'��� �� .,�,4t�' �,Lt L�, f;,_,,zv-�i., 1 Mary Bridget Corken-Deutsch Community Development Specialist 4 Page 85 of 668