Southwest Arterial / US 52 ITS Corridor Project Copyrighted
June 1, 2026
City of Dubuque PUBLIC HEARINGS # 7.
City Council
ITEM TITLE: Southwest Arterial / US 52 ITS Corridor Project
SUMMARY: Proof of Publication on notice of public hearing to consider
Southwest Arterial ITS Corridor Project and City Manager
recommending approval.
RESOLUTION Southwest Arterial / US 52 ITS Corridor
Project, Approval of Plans, Specifications, Form of Contract,
and Estimated Cost
SUGGUESTED Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
DISPOSITION:
ATTACHMENTS:
1. MVM Memo Southwest Arterial _ US 52 ITS Corridor Project Public Hearing
2. SW Arterial ITS Corridor Project (51) - Council PH Staff MEMO
3. SW Arterial ITS Corridor Project (51) - PH Approve Plans Specs Contract Cost
RESOLUTION
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TO: The Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
FROM: Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager
SUBJECT: Southwest Arterial / US 52 ITS Corridor Project
Public Hearing
lowa DOT Project No. ITS-032-1 (51)--25-31
Project No. 5521000033
DATE: May 27, 2026
City Engineer Gus Psihoyos is recommending City Council approve the plans,
specifications, form of contract and estimated cost of$1,791,400.00 for the Southwest
Arterial / US 52 ITS Corridor Project through adoption of the attached resolution.
The Southwest Arterial / US 52 ITS Corridor Project will provide for the installation and
integration of Intelligent Transportation System infrastructure throughout the Southwest
Arterial corridor. Improvements are anticipated to include fiber optic communications
infrastructure, traffic monitoring cameras, communications equipment, dynamic
message signs, associated electrical and network infrastructure, conduit systems,
handholes, cabinets, poles, and other related ITS technologies intended to improve
traffic operations, incident management, traveler information, and corridor efficiency.
The project includes a base bid and two alternate bid packages that provide flexibility in
construction implementation depending on final project costs and available funding. The
project generally consists of installation of fiber optic communications systems, conduit
and microduct infrastructure, traffic monitoring equipment, ITS field devices, and
associated electrical and communications infrastructure throughout the corridor.
The project will improve the City's ability to monitor and manage traffic operations along
the Southwest Arterial corridor and provide enhanced communication and coordination
between field devices and the City's Traffic Operations Center. The improvements are
also intended to support regional mobility, traveler information, incident response, and
future smart transportation initiatives.
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The proposed funding for the project is summarized in the following table:
Project Number Fund Description Fund Amount
City - SW Arterial ITS Corridor $ 123,000.00
5521000033
lowa DOT - Partnership Funding 1,900,000.00
5524000020 City Furnished Materials already acquired 277,600.00
5524000019 Broadband Acceleration and Universal 185,000.00
Access
5575000002 INET Fiber Replacement Buildout 125,000.00
5524000016 Street Camera Installation 33,100.00
Total Construction Project Funding $ 2,643,700.00
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
Gus Psihoyos, City Engineer
Dave Ness, Civil Engineer III
Jenny Larson, Chief Financial Officer
Laura BendorF, Budget Manager
Bob Schiesl, Assistant City Engineer
Duane Richter, Traffic Project Supervisor
Justine Hull, Traffic Engineer
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TO: Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager
FROM: Gus Psihoyos, City Engineer
DATE: May 27, 2026
SUBJECT: Southwest Arterial / US 52 ITS Corridor Project
Public Hearing
lowa DOT Project No. ITS-032-1 (51)--25-31
Project No. 5521000033
INTRODUCTION
This memorandum requests the City Council conduct a public hearing date for the
Southwest Arterial / US 52 ITS Corridor Project and initiate the public bidding process.
BACKGROUND
In April 2020, the City of Dubuque and the lowa Department of Transportation entered
into a Cooperative Funding Agreement (Agreement No. 2020-16-033A) for the
development and implementation of an Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) along the
U.S. 52 / Southwest Arterial Corridor. The project corridor extends from U.S. 20 to U.S.
61/151 and includes the deployment of fiber optic communications infrastructure, traffic
cameras, sensors, dynamic message signs (DMS), and other ITS-related technologies.
In January 2022, the Cooperative Funding Agreement was amended to increase lowa
DOT participation due to increased costs associated with fiber optic cable and ITS
equipment. Under the agreement, the City is responsible for the design, construction,
operation, and maintenance of the ITS system, including fiber optic communications
infrastructure with reserved fiber strands for lowa DOT use.
The project has continued through design and coordination efforts between the City, lowa
DOT, and project consultants in preparation for implementation of the corridor ITS
improvements.
DISCUSSION
The Southwest Arterial / US 52 ITS Corridor Project will provide for the installation and
integration of Intelligent Transportation System infrastructure throughout the Southwest
Arterial corridor. Improvements are anticipated to include fiber optic communications
infrastructure, traffic monitoring cameras, communications equipment, dynamic message
signs, associated electrical and network infrastructure, conduit systems, handholes,
cabinets, poles, and other related ITS technologies intended to improve traffic operations,
incident management, traveler information, and corridor efficiency.
The project includes a base bid and two alternate bid packages that provide flexibility in
construction implementation depending on final project costs and available funding. The
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project generally consists of installation of fiber optic communications systems, conduit
and microduct infrastructure, traffic monitoring equipment, ITS field devices, and
associated electrical and communications infrastructure throughout the corridor.
The project will improve the City's ability to monitor and manage traffic operations along
the Southwest Arterial corridor and provide enhanced communication and coordination
between field devices and the City's Traffic Operations Center. The improvements are
also intended to support regional mobility, traveler information, incident response, and
future smart transportation initiatives.
PROJECT SCHEDULE
The project development schedule for the project will be as follows:
Initiate Public Bidding Process May 18, 2026
Publish Notice to Bidders, Advertise for Bids May 22, 2026
Notice of Public Hearing on Plans and Specs May 22,2026
Public Hearing on Plans and Specs June 1, 2026
Receipt of Bid Proposals June 11, 2026
Award Construction Contract June 15, 2026
Completion Date December 1, 2026
RECOMMENDATION
I recommend the City Council approve the plans, specifications, form of contract and
construction estimate for the Southwest Arterial / US 52 ITS Corridor Project.
BUDGET IMPACT
The estimate of probable cost for the Southwest Arterial / US 52 ITS Corridor Project is
summarized in the following table:
PROJECT COSTS ESTIMATE
Construction - Base Bid $ 1,474,000.00
Construction - Bid Alternate No. 1 128,300.00
Construction - Bid Alternate No. 2 189,100.00
Construction - Bid Estimate Total 1,791,400.00
Contingency 268,800.00
Power Services Estimate 37,800.00
City Furnished Material 277,600.00
Consultant Design Services 165,000.00
Engineering Design and Administration 103,100.00
Total Project Cost $ 2,643,700.00
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The proposed funding for the project is summarized in the following table:
Project Number Fund Description Fund Amount
5521000033 City - SW Arterial ITS Corridor $ 123,000.00
lowa DOT - Partnership Funding 1,900,000.00
5524000020 City Furnished Materials already acquired 277,600.00
5524000019 Broadband Acceleration and Universal 185,000.00
Access
5575000002 INET Fiber Replacement Buildout 125,000.00
5524000016 Street Camera Installation 33,100.00
Total Construction Project Funding $ 2,643,700.00
ACTION TO BE TAKEN
I respectfully request the City Council conduct a public hearing to approve the plans,
specifications, form of contract and estimated cost for the Southwest Arterial / US 52 ITS
Corridor Project through adoption of the attached resolution.
Prepared by Dave Ness, Civil Engineer III
cc: Jenny Larson, Chief Financial Officer
Laura BendorF, Budget Manager
Bob Schiesl, Assistant City Engineer
Duane Richter, Traffic Project Supervisor
Justine Hull, Traffic Engineer
F:\PROJECTS\SOUTHWEST ARTERIAL\ITS Corridor\Council and StafflPublic Hearing
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Prepared by Dave Ness,Civil Engineer III,City of Dubuque Engineering,50 W. 13th St. Dubuque, IA 52001 (563)589-4270
Return to Trish L.Gleason,Assistant City Clerk,City of Dubuque,50 W. 13th St.Dubuque, IA 52001 (563)589-4100
RESOLUTION NO. 224-26
SOUTHWEST ARTERIAL / US 52 ITS CORRIDOR PROJECT
APPROVAL OF PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND
ESTIMATED COST
WHEREAS, the Southwest Arterial / US 52 ITS Corridor Project will provide for the
installation and integration of Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) infrastructure
throughout the Southwest Arterial corridor, including fiber optic communications
infrastructure, traffic monitoring cameras, communications equipment, dynamic message
signs (DMS), associated electrical and network infrastructure, conduit systems,
handholes, cabinets, poles, and other related ITS technologies intended to improve traffic
operations, incident management, traveler information, and corridor efficiency. The
project includes a base bid and two alternate bid packages associated with installation of
fiber optic communications systems, conduit and microduct infrastructure, traffic
monitoring equipment, ITS field devices, and associated electrical and communications
infrastructure throughout the corridor; and
WHEREAS, the City Council, by Resolution No. 197-26, dated May 18, 2026, gave
preliminarily approved the plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimated cost for
the Southwest Arterial / US 52 ITS Corridor Project; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to published notice and published advertisement for bids, a
public hearing was held on June 1 , 2026, on the plans, specifications, form of contract,
and estimated cost for the Southwest Arterial / US 52 ITS Corridor Project.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF DUBUQUE, IOWA:
SECTION 1. That the attached plans, specifications, form of contract and estimate
of total cost for the Southwest Arterial / US 52 ITS Corridor Project in the estimated
construction amount of$1,791,400.00, are hereby approved.
Passed, adopted and approved this the 1st day of June 2026.
Brad M , Mayor
Attest:
Trish L. Gleason, Assistant City Clerk
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:
05/22/2026
and for which the charge is 45.55
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Dubuque County, Iowa,
this 22nd day of May, 2026
Notary Pin and for Dubuque County, Iowa.
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y Commission Number 199659
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CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
OFFICIAL NOTICE
PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that the Dubuque City Council
will conduct a public hearing on the 1st day of June, 2026, at
6:30 p.m., in the Historic Federal Building, 350 W. 6th
Street, 2nd floor, Dubuque, Iowa, at which meeting the City
Council proposes to hear the plans, specifications, form of
contract and estimated cost for the Southwest Arterial / US 52
ITS Corridor Project.
Scope of project: provide for the installation and
integration of Intelligent Transportation System (ITS)
infrastructure throughout the Southwest Arterial corridor,
including fiber optic communications infrastructure, traffic
monitoring cameras, communications equipment, dynamic message
signs (DMS), associated electrical and network infrastructure,
conduit systems, handholes, cabinets, poles, and other related
ITS technologies intended to improve traffic operations,
incident management, traveler information, and corridor
efficiency. The project includes a base bid and two alternate
bid packages associated with installation of fiber optic
communications systems, conduit and microduct infrastructure,
traffic monitoring equipment, ITS field devices, and
associated electrical and communications infrastructure
throughout the corridor.
At the meeting, the City Council will receive oral and
written comments from any resident or property owner of said
City to the above action. The official City Council agenda
will be posted the Friday before the meeting and will contain
public input options. The agenda can be accessed at
https://dubuqueia.portal.civicclerk.com/ or by contacting the
City Clerk's Office at 563-589-4100,
ctyclerk@cityofdubuque.org.
Written comments on the public hearing may be submitted to
the City Clerk's Office by email at ctyclerk@cityofdubuque.org
or by mail to City Hall, 50 W. 13th St., Dubuque, IA 52001,
before the scheduled hearing. The City Council will review all
written comments at the time of the hearing.
Documents related to the public hearing are on file in the
City Clerk's Office and may be viewed Monday through Friday
between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
Individuals requiring special assistance should contact the
City Clerk's Office as soon as feasible. Deaf or
hard -of -hearing individuals can use Relay Iowa by dialing 711
or (800) 735-2942.
Published by order of the City Council given on the 18th day
of May 2026.
Trish L. Gleason, Assistant City Clerk
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