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Notice of Claims and SuitsCity of Dubuque City Council CONSENT ITEMS # 2. Copyrighted July 6, 2026 ITEM TITLE: Notice of Claims and Suits SUMMARY: Corinna Lawler for vehicle damage; Dan and Beth Kennedy for property damage; Delora Belanger for property damage; Jon Roth for property damage; Kolton Nadermann for vehicle damage; Michael Knopf for vehicle damage; Michael Meyer for property damage; Patricia Haigh for property damage; Patricia James for vehicle damage; Robert and Elizabeth Leibfried for property damage; Devin Ragan for vehicle damage. SUGGUESTED Receive and File; Refer to City Attorney DISPOSITION: ATTACHMENTS: 1. Claim by Corinna Lawler 2. Claim by Dan and Beth Kennedy 3. Claim by Delora Belanger 4. Claim by Jon Roth 5. Claim by Kolton Nadermann 6. Claim by Michael Knopf 7. Claim by Michael Meyer 8. Claim by Patricia Haigh 9. Claim by Patricia James 10. Claim by Robert and Elizabeth Leibfried 11. Claim by Devin Regan Page 49 of 853 Confidential This communication and any attachments may contain information which is confidential and privileged by law and is for the use of the designated recipient. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that you have received this communication in error, and that any review, disclosure, dissemination, distribution or copying of its contents is prohibited. Please notify City of Dubuque immediately by telephone at (563)-589-4120 of your receipt of these items and destroy the communication and any attachments immediately. Further disclosure of this information may violate state and federal restrictions. Confidential information may include the following: 1) Social Security Number(s) 2) Driver's License Number(s) 3) Medical/Health Information 4) Personnel/Disciplinary Information 5) Bank Account Information 6) Financial Information 7) Credit Card Numbers If any documentation you desire to submit to the City of Dubuque contains any of the items above this cover sheet must be attached directly to the confidential information and indicate the type of information that is included. I, Y ) L ) V-,7 V"I i\k7,/ I') I l �-' c � include the following protected information: Social Security Number(s) Driver's License Number(s) Medical/Health Information Personnel/Disciplinary Information hereby certify that the attached documents .AABank Account Information ;Financial Information Credit Card Number(s) I understand that this information may be distributed within the City organization or to agents of the City for processing and I hereby authorize the City to act accordingly taking all precautions to protect m information from unnecessary distribution. Do- 3V-d Signature Date Page 54 of 853 Exhibit A V. DESCRIBE ACCIDENT OR OCCURRENCE THAT CAUSED INJURY OR DAMAGE. (Give full details upon which you base your claim. If a city employee was involved, give the employee's name.) #16. Why do you claim the City of Dubuque is responsible? On 09/08/2025, our property experienced a sewer backup into the basement. A licensed plumber (Mr. Rooter — see Exhibit Al) was immediately contacted to investigate. The plumber jetted and inspected approximately 100 feet of our private sewer lateral and was unable to locate the cause of the blockage within the private line, determining that the obstruction was beyond our lateral. Due to this finding, the plumber contacted the City of Dubuque Public Works on -call staff. City Public Works personnel responded and identified the cause of the sewer backup as a brick lodged in the city -owned sewer line, which had accumulated wet wipes and debris, creating a blockage. The obstruction was not located on our private sewer lateral. During the period between the initial backup and the time the obstruction was located and cleared by City Public Works, raw sewage flowed into our basement for approximately three and one-half (3.5) hours. This was not a brief or isolated backup, but a sustained discharge of raw sewage into the residence until the city -owned sewer line obstruction was identified and removed. (See pictures — Exhibit A2) Subsequent City Sewer Line Maintenance and Observations On the next day (09/09/2025) following the sewer backup, City of Dubuque Public Works personnel returned and cleaned the city -owned sewer line from the approximate area of the Eagle Point Park entrance above our residence to the intersection of Rhomberg Avenue and Shiras Avenue. This work involved mechanical cleaning equipment that was operating for an extended period and was clearly audible from our residence. During this work, my wife, Beth, spoke with a City Public Works employee regarding the noise. The employee stated that there was approximately three to four inches (3"— 4") of loose gravel and material in the sewer line that was being removed by the equipment. Approximately one month later, City Public Works personnel were again performing work on the sewer line and/or a manhole located approximately one block up the street. This location corresponds to the furthest point reached by both the plumber and City personnel on the night of the original occurrence. Page 55 of 853 These subsequent maintenance activities and observations further indicate that the obstruction and buildup within the city -owned sewer line extended beyond a single point and were contributing factors to the sewer backup into our residence. There are also two signs are within our neighborhood from 2108 Shiras Ave to 2260 Shiras Ave. that state the following (See Exhibit A3), which no one within our neighborhood was notified of them. CAUTION! This area may be contaminated due to temporary overflow from sanitary sewer. Please stay clear of the area and avoid physical contact. As it may pose a health risk. Our homes are a 'health risk' to our family, children, grandchildren and our friends. Lost dollars do not even come close to our health risks' We also respectfully request: • A formal review of the sewer backup incident. • Reimbursement for damages, cleanup expenses, and related costs associated with the backup. • Copies of any inspection, maintenance, or service records related to the sewer line in the affected area. Please review all pictures provided within this packet. Sincerely, Dan & Beth Kennedy 2190 Shiras Ave Dubuque, Iowa 52001 Email: dscsportsonline@yahoo.com 563-599-9215 Page 56 of 853 Exhibit Al Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Dubuque 5085 Wolff Road Dubuque, Iowa 52002 (563) 583-5080 Billing Address Dan Kennedy 2190 Shiras Avenue Dubuque, IA 52001 USA Description of Work Customer complaint- main line backed up. Invoice 124803192 Invoice Date 9/9/2025 Completed Date 9/9/2025 Technician_ Lucky Lott Customer PO Payment Term Due Upon Receipt Due Date 9/9/2025 Job Address Dan Kennedy 2190 Shiras Avenue Dubuque, IA 52001 USA Arrived on site and spoke with Dan. He explained how his main line is backed up and is flooding the basement. Went into basement and found sewage sitting approximately 2" inches certain areas of basement. There entire bathroom was flooded as well. Gave options to restore flow opting for the jetting machine. Removed stack cleanout and sent jetter out approximately 100ft and was unable to clear blockage. Went outside and noticed neighbors house sump pump was constantly running and discharging into front yard and found it was sewage. Found manhole sitting full four houses down. Called the on call sewer department and spoke with Aaron and informed him the city main on shiras ave is currently blocked and manhole sitting full backing up into customers house. Spoke with customer and explained what is going on. At this time house is currently still backed up but the city is on there way. Task # Description Quantity Your Price Your Total W1100 After Hours Dispatch Fee 1.00 $0.00 $0.00 C1332 Mr Rooter High Velocity Hydro Scrub, up to 2 hours 1.00 $724.44 $724.44 Hydro Scrubbing is the process of using pressurized water to clean the interior surfaces of the plumbing pipes, removing naturally occurring obstructions, grease, vegetative matter and waste that has accumulated over time. Perform video inspection to assess piping condition and make appropriate recommendations. Paid On Type Memo Amount 9/8/2025 Visa $128.40 9/8/2025 Check $646.75 Sub -Total $724.44 Tax $50.71 Total Due $775.15 Payment $775.15 Balance Due $0.00 Thank you for your business. IMPORTANT NOTICE: You and your service professional are responsible for meeting the Terms and Conditions of this contract. If you sign this contract and you fail to meet the terms and conditions of this contract, you may lose legal ownership rights to your home. I agree that initial price quoted prior to the start of work does not include any additional or unforeseen tasks, nor materials which may be found to be necessary to complete repairs or replacements. I also agree to hold Mr. Rooter Plumbing® or its assigns harmless for parts deemed corroded, unusable or unreliable for completion of stated work to be done. I hereby authorize Mr. Rooter Plumbing® to perform proposed work and agree to all agreement conditions as displayed and further acknowledge that this invoice is due upon receipt. Independently owned and operated franchise. Amount to Authorize: $775.15 Ow y Df-'A V� Page 57 of 853 Exhibit A2 7- .-� • x�Sp �yy� �rgf,,i -�. MIMI Ilion," Galaxy S20+ 5G =.s 1 r" r7w EXHIBIT B #12. Was any damage done to the property? (If so, describe property and the extent of damages. Attach estimates of damages or describe basis for ascertaining extent of damage.) Noted within Exhibit C "Totals" User Defined Items $2,951.32 Depreciation -$1,180.53 Insurance Paid to Us only $1,770.79 Floor Covering - Carpet $4,665.85 Depreciation -$1,866.34 Insurance Paid to Us only $2,799.51 Itemized totals of all damaged items that were thrown away 2 card tables $ 67.37 4 moving blanket $ 38.48 10 beach towels $ 160.40 15 bath towels $ 80.09 1 box kitchen floor tile $ 148.00 1 de -humidifier $ 288.89 1 Bissell carpet cleaner $ 160.49 1 cooler w/ rubber side - Artic brand $ 53.49 1 rubber exercise pad for treadmill - NordicTrack 3x5 $ 74.88 1 Vanity $ 149.70 mat scraper(3x4); rubber non -slip cushion desk pad(3x4); 4 rubber non -slip mats(3x5); 2 grey runner carpets(3x6); grey carpet(5x7); grey carpet(4x6); 1 black rubber backed carpet 5x7 $ 147.40 1 (washable) rug, but too damaged to wash(3x5) $ 150.00 1 iRobot Roomba floor vacuum cleaner $ 319.00 Mildew Remover & supplies $ 30.51 Sensor Kit for Water Heater $ 23.85 Misc paint and supplies & Misc drywall and supplies $ 527.12 Paint back room concrete floor & supplies $ 531.65 Total $ 2,951.32 Lost Amt Lost Amt Page 60 of 853 EXHIBIT C #13. What other damages do you claim, if any? #14. Have you been compensated for any part or all of your claim by any insurance company? (If so, give name and address of insurance company and amount paid.) Auto Owners PO Box 65440 1621 West Lakes Pkwy West Des Moines, IA 50265-0440 Our claim against the city of Dubuque is only for compensation for what was not covered by our Insurance company. (** See Exhibit B) Item Description Deductible **Replace carpet not paid by insurance **User Defined Items Time off work PTO — Dan (40 hours x $29.70/hr.) Amount $2,500.00 $1,866.34 $1,180.53 $1,188.00 Time off work PTO — Beth (8 hours x $32.32/hr.) $258.56 Personal time working on insurance claim — Beth (6 hours x $32.32/hr.) $193.92 TOTAL $7,187.35 Page 61 of 853 \ APMA r AIR•C +HEAT t A , by F.. � �• { it A Page 63 of 853 pppp cry v, 4C All Page 67 of 853 Page 70 of 853 'e- �r ; e- ®Arbor Day Foundation, 08830_OOINP Page 100 of 853 aa 4-.V le -h fl-Ir-X CIA 5 46e OUA41 ®Arbor Day Foundation- 08830_001NP Page 149 of 853 Authorization to Perform Services and Direction of Payment Customer Name: Mama Roth Loss Address: 904 Barbaralee Dr City: Dubuque Insurance Company: Unknown Date of Loss: 06/11/2026 State: IA Zip: Claim Number (if available): 52003 The undersigned Customer, being the building owner, owner's representative, or resident, authorizes the Provider identified below to perform any and all necessary cleaning and/or restoration services on Customer's property located at the property address above, and with respect to items that need to be cleaned at a remote location to remove and clean such items as necessary. Customer authorizes Unknown Insurance Company, herein referred to as "Insurance Company," to pay Provider solely and directly for that portion of the work covered by Customer's insurance policy. If, for any reason, Customer receives a check from Insurance Company made payable to Customer, Customer agrees to pay Provider immediately upon receipt of the check. In order to expedite payment to Provider, Customer hereby appoints Provider as attorney -in -fact, authorizing Provider to endorse Customer's name on Insurance Company checks or drafts, and to deposit Insurance Company checks or drafts for Provider services. Customer agrees to pay Customer's deductible in the amount of $ To be determined that applies to this claim. If any amounts owing to Provider for Provider services are not covered by insurance, Customer agrees to pay those amounts to Provider within fifteen (15) days of Customers receipt of invoice. It is fully understood that Customer and its agents, successors, assigns, and heirs are personally responsible for any and all deductibles and any costs not covered by insurance. Interest and finance charges will be charged at the maximum allowable by law, or at 1.5% per month, whichever is less, on accounts over thirty (30) days past due. Time is of the essence. Customer agrees that Provider is working for the Customer and not Customer's insurance company or any agent/adjuster. Property Owned By: Mama Roth $600 agreed upon price. Remarks: I HAVE READ THIS AUTHORIZATION TO PERFORM SERVICES AND DIRECTION OF PAYMENT, INCLUDING THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SERVICE ON THE NEXT PAGE HEREOF, AND AGREE TO SAME. Customer Reviewed Customerinformation Form: QYON n Provider's Signature: ►L Customer's Signature: Franchise Legal Weber Capital Restoration, Inc. Printed Name: Mama Roth Name: d/b/a Dubuque Date: 06/11/2026 SERVPRO® of: Date: 06/11/2026 E-mail Address: jomadumo@yahoo.com Contractor Lic/Reg # (as applicable): ©Servpro Franchisor, LLC ALL RIGHTS RESERVED FE-0517071.0 28000 09/24 Page 158 of 853 MENARDS — DUBUQUE 5300 WESTSIDE DRIVE DUbUqUe, IA 52003 KEEP YOUR RECEIPT RETURN POLICY VARIES BY PRODUCT TYPE Unless noted below allowable returns for items on this receipt will be in the form of an in store credit voucher if the return is done after 09/10/26 It you have questions regarding the charges on your receipt, Please email us at; DUBQfrontend@menards.com IIIIII11IIII11111III1111IIIIIII11II Sale Transaction 3/9 SATURN 270SOFT/ROLL 7011183 18.00 00.44 7.92 SP W&G KXLER RTU 320Z NR 2637340 40 15" FOAL PLANE 2756064 2.96 160Z DAWN POWERWASH TRIG* 6473558 4±9 FUN POPS 36CT 2OZ 573099 2,80 NT TOTAL 23.33 TA DUBUQUE-IA 7% 1,44 TVAL SALE 2437 CAPITAL ONE VISA 9435 2437 Auth Cude;08601D Contactless a0000000031010 ARQC - dld04Of2dcc39e42 TOTAL SAVINGS 0.444 TOTAL NUMBER OF ITEMS 22 THE FOLLOWING REBATE RECEIPTS WERE PRINTED FOR THIS TRANSACTION: 4990 GUEST COPY The Cardholder acknowledges receipt of goods/services in the total amount shown hereon and agrees to pay the card issuer according to its current terms. THIS IS YOUR CREDIT CARD SALES SLIP PLEASE RETAIN FOR YOUR RECORDS. NR = Non -Returnable item, If opened, we cannot accept returns of herbicides, pesticides, or aerosols. Opened product will be replaced or refunded. Quest will keep the opened item. Unopened product may be returned in accordance with the regular return policy. See menards.com for return Policy details THANK YOU, YOUR CASHIER, Christy 18160 07 0691 06/12/26 10'' Page 159 of 853 4 - Confidential This communication and any attachments may contain information which is confidential and privileged by law and is for the use of the designated recipient. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that you have received this communication in error, and that any review, disclosure, dissemination, distribution or copying of its contents is prohibited. Please notify City of Dubuque immediately by telephone at (563)-589-4120 of your receipt of these items and destroy the communication and any attachments immediately. Further disclosure of this information may violate state and federal restrictions. Confidential information may include the following: 1) Social Security Number(s) 2) Driver's License Number(s) 3) Medical/Health Information 4) Personnel/Disciplinary Information 5) Bank Account Information 6) Financial Information 7) Credit Card Numbers If any documentation you desire to submit to the this cover sheet must be attached directly to the information that is included. City of Dubuque contains any of the items above confidential information and indicate the type of 1, KOLOYI , hereby certify that the attached documents include the following protected information: Social Security Number(s) Driver's License Number(s) Medical/Health Information Personnel/Disciplinary Information Bank Account Information Financial Information Credit Card Number(s) I understand that this information may be distributed within the City organization or to agents of the City for processing and I hereby authorize the City to act accordingly taking all precautions to protect my information from unnecessary distribution. 00, Signature Date Page 162 of 853 Confidential This communication and any attachments may contain information which is confidential and privileged by law and is for the use of the designated recipient. 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Date Page 165 of 853 Heiar Brothers Fencing, Inc. 6870 Lost Archer Lane Peosta, IA 52068 P.Q. No. I Terms I Project Item Number Description Material and Labor to repair 4 ft tall balvanizcd chain link fence IA State and Local Option Phone # Fax # E 63-557-1904 563-557-2130 D to Invoice # 6118,2026 696751 Exempt Cert Date I I County Qty U/M Rated Amount 1 LS 100.00 100.00T 7 00% 7.00 Total t07.00 Payments/Credits- -I �0.00 Balance Due sltn.tro Page 171 of 853 Tusdee Blus From: Pat Haigh <haighpat@yahoo.com> Sent: Monday, June 22, 2026 10:38 AM To: Tusdee Blus Subject: Claim Pat Haigh [You don't often get email from haighpat@yahoo.com. Learn why this is important at https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderldentification ] Caution! This message was sent from outside your organization. Never give your login information and password over email! Page 172 of 853 Page 173 of 853 Sent from my iPhone Page 174 of 853 0 Sery 1845 aching r of the Key City 1845 Washington St. Dubuque, lA 52001-3662 1845 Washington an (563) 557-1488 Dubuque,1A 5200 ° SHIP TO Betty Leibfried 888 Barbara Lee Dr Dubuque IA 52001 Invoice DATE INVOICE # &2Y2026 140122 P.O. NO. TERMS PROJECT DESCRIPTION QTY RATE AMOUNT Equipment Rental 1,088.82 1,088.82 Emergency Service Call/Water Damage - extract water, content 1,119.77 r 1,119.77 manip, remove wet ept & pad, remove dry cpt & pad, clean floor, equip set up/take down/monitor DR Subcontract Work - River Bend Dumpster 35&00 358.00 Dubuque Sales Tax f I 7.00% 0.00 i 4 l Thank you for choosing ServiceMaster of the Key City! Have a great day! Total $2,566.59 Page 179 of 853 FLOOR SHOW CORPORATION Paae 1 1475 ASSOCIATES DR �- DUBUQUE, IA 52002 M Telephone: 563-557-9952 Fax: 563-557-9988 �I QUOTE w BOB & BETTY LEIBFRIED BOB & BETTY LEIBFRIED 1888 BARBARALEE DR k 1 888 BARBARALEE DR i DUBUQUE, IA 52003 � DUBUQUE, IA 52003 � j -• Number Quote I Quote Date .- 06116126 563-557-1196 ES611433 Stylelitem Color/Description Quantity Units Price Extension STOCK EXQUISITE DELIGHT - 12' CRUSHED ICE - 3729 909.00 SF 4.99 4,535.91 carpet for the basement family room and bedroom PAD ULTRASHIELD FRESH ACTION NA 909.00 SF 1.00 909.00 high density cushion CARPET - INSTALL CARPET & PAD 909.00 SF 1.50 1,363.50 carpet install ADURA LUXURY TILE TO BE DETERMINED 21.33 SF 5.79 123.50 back entrance area - SNAP & CLICK 20.00 SF 6.00 120.00 installLVP/LVT Home+Floor Show will furnish and install Karastan Exquisite Delight carpet over a high density cushion for the basement family room and bedroom. 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