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Boards and Commission Appointments_Community Develoment Advisory Commission and Transit Advisory BoardCopyrighted August 17, 2026 City of Dubuque BOARDS/COMMISSIONS # 2. City Council ITEM TITLE: Boards and Commission Appointments SUMMARY: Appointments to the following commissions to be made at this meeting. Community Development Advisory Commission One, 3-Year term through February 15, 2028 (Vacant Low/Moderate Income Rep. term of Jeter) One, 3-Year term through February 15, 2029 (Vacant At -Large term of Monzena) Applicants: Rakitta Fischer, 2409 Jackson St. (Qualifies for At -Large term and Low/Moderate Income Rep. term) Paul Uzel, 61 North Algona St. (Qualifies for At -Large term) Transit Advisory Board Three, 3-Year terms through July 30, 2029 (Expiring terms of Brown, Orwoll, and Serna) Applicants: Marilyn Cole, 1321 Tomahawk Dr. Greg Orwoll, 2635 West 32nd St. Dora Serna, 2160 Marion St. Due to technical issues, the applications were unable to be included with the agenda packet. They have been uploaded to the City's website via the following links: Community Development Advisory Commission: https://cityofdubugue.org/DocumentCenter/View/65520/Community- Development-Advisory-Commission-Applicants Transit Advisory Board: https://cityofdubugue.org/DocumentCenter/View/65521 /Transit - Advisory -Board -Applicants SUGGUESTED DISPOSITION: ATTACHMENTS: 1. Overview Sheet 2. Details and Openings APPLICATIONS FOR THE CITY OF DUBUQUE BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS For the Council Meeting on, Monday, August 17, 2026 6:30 p.m., Historic Federal Building, 350 W. 6t" Street APPLICANTS ARE INVITED TO ADDRESS THE COUNCIL REGARDING THEIR APPLICATION FOR APPOINTMENT Airport Commission Two, 4-Year terms through September 14, 2030 (Expiring terms of Phillips and Blocker) Michael Finnin, 1129 Hunters Ridge Michael Phillips, 955 Washington St. Molly Grover, 2245 Green St. Matthew Mohr, 560 Sunset Ridge Housing Commission One, 3-Year term through August 17, 2029 (Expiring term of Eudaley) Amy Eudaley, 950 Wood St. APPOINTMENTS TO THE FOLLOWING COMMISSIONS TO BE MADE AT THIS MEETING. Community Development Advisory Commission One, 3-Year term through February 15, 2028 (Vacant Low/Moderate Income Rep. term of Jeter) One, 3-Year term through February 15, 2029 (Vacant At -Large term of Monzena) Applicants: Rakitta Fischer, 2409 Jackson St. (Qualifies for At -Large term and Low/Moderate Income Rep. term) Paul Uzel, 61 North Algona St. (Qualifies for At -Large term) Transit Advisory Board Three, 3-Year terms through July 30, 2029 (Expiring terms of Brown, Orwoll, and Serna) Applicants: Marilyn Cole, 1321 Tomahawk Dr. Greg Orwoll, 2635 West 32nd St. Dora Serna, 2160 Marion St. 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 6/30/27 Public Member 3 Sara Steuer 6/30/27 Arts Rep. 1 Shirley Davis-Orwoll 6/30/28 Arts Rep. 2 Doug Donald 6/30/29 Arts Rep. 3 David Barba 6/30/29 Arts Rep. 4 Gail Chavenelle 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 Rod Schumacher 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 7/1/29 Public Member 2 Tasha Rosenbaum 7/1/29 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 7/1/29 Public Member 2 Georgina Guerrero 7/1/29 Public Member 3 Ronald Tigges 7/1/29 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 Randall Ludowitz 4/6/30 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 2/15/29 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 Open Open 2/15/28 Public Member 3 Michelle Hinke 2/15/28 Public Member 4 Open Open 2/15/29 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION 3 Yr. Term - Meets 3rd Thur., 5:30 p.m., Federal Bldg. Architect At -Large 1 Christina Monk 7/1/29 Cathedral District 1 Open Open 7/1/26 Jackson Park District 1 Janice Esser 7/1/28 Langworthy District 1 Chad Witthoeft 7/1/29 Old Main District 1 Matthew Kline 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 NA 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 Cathy Dickens 8/17/27 Public Member 6 Wyatt Pierce 8/17/28 Public Member 7 Open Open 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 Mon.. 4:30 p.m., MFC Conf. room 2 Public Member 1 Rick Baumhover 1/1/28 Public Member 2 Erin Beatty 1/1/29 Public Member 3 Courtney Engevold 1/1/29 Public Member 4 Juan Montgomery 1/1/29 Public Member 5 Nikkole Nutter 1/1/27 Public Member 6 Anthony Allen 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 Open Open 7/1/29 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 Cathy Dickens 8/17/27 Public Member 1 Mark Ward 7/1/29 Public Member 2 Aaron Higgins 7/1/29 Public Member 3 Aaron Miller 7/1/27 Public Member 4 Beth McGrath 7/1/27 Public Member 5 Rebecca Bruce 7/1/28 Public Member 6 Parker Scott 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 6/30/29 Public Member 2 Ron Axtell 6/30/29 Public Member 3 Open Open 6/30/29 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 6/30/29 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 Traci Phillipson 7/1/29 Public Member 4 Lalith Jayawickrama 7/1/29 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 Open Open 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 Jake Koch 7/1/29 Public Member 3 Kaitlyn Neises-Mocanu 7/1/29 Public Member 4 Open Open 7/1/29 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 3/25/31 Public Member 4 Rena Stierman 3/25/27 Public Member 5 Matthew Mauss 3/25/28 ARTICLE C. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMISSION SECTION: 2-5C-1: Commission Created 2-5C-2: Purpose 2-5C-3: Internal Organization And Rules 2-5C-4: Procedures For Operation 2-5C-5: Membership 2-5C-6: Oath 2-5C-7: Terms 2-5C-8: Vacancies 2-5C-9: Officers/Organization 2-5C-10: Meetings 2-5C-11: Compensation 2-5C-12: Removal 2-5C-13: Powers 2-5C-14: Grievance Procedure; Review Standards; Appeal Process 2-5C-15: Procedures For Operations 2-5C-1: COMMISSION CREATED: There is hereby created the Community Development Advisory Commission. (Ord. 33-19, 7-15-2019) 2-5C-2: PURPOSE: The purpose of the commission is to provide for citizen participation in the development and evaluation of the City's Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program. (Ord. 33-19, 7-15-2019) 2-5C-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. 33-19, 7-15-2019) 2-5C-4: PROCEDURES FOR OPERATION: All administrative, personnel, accounting, budgetary, and procurement policies of the City govern the commission in all its operations. (Ord. 33-19, 7-15-2019) 2-5C-5: MEMBERSHIP: A. Composition: The commission comprises nine (9) residents of the City, appointed by the City Council. B. Qualifications: 1. Four (4) members must be residents of census tracts and block groups where at least fifty one percent (51%) of the residents are low/moderate income persons as determined by the United States Department of Commerce, Bureau of the Census. 2. Four (4) members must be residents of the community at-large. 3. One member must be appointed by and from the membership of the Housing Commission, with City Council approval. (Ord. 33-19, 7-15-2019; amd. Ord. 29-24, 6-17-2024) 2-5C-6: OATH: Each person, upon appointment to the commission, must execute an oath of office at the first meeting of the commission following the appointment or at the City Clerk's Office any time prior to the first meeting of the commission. (Ord. 33-19, 7- 15-2019; amd. Ord. 29-24, 6-17-2024) 2-5C-7: TERMS: The term of office for Commissioners is three (3) years or until such Commissioner's successor is appointed and qualified, provided, however, that the term of the cross-representative appointee from the City of Dubuque Housing Commission must coincide with their term on the Housing Commission. (Ord. 33-19, 7-15-2019) 2-5C-8: VACANCIES: Vacancies must be filled in the same manner as original appointments. (Ord. 33-19, 7-15-2019) 2-5C-9: OFFICERS/ORGANIZATION: The Commissioners must choose annually a Chairperson and Vice- Chairperson, each to serve a term of one year. The Chairperson must appoint a Secretary, who need not be a member of the commission. The Commissioners must fill a vacancy among its officers for the remainder of the officer's unexpired term. (Ord. 33-19, 7-15-2019) 2-5C-10: MEETINGS: A. Regular Meetings: The commission must meet monthly. 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: Five (5) 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. 33-19, 7- 15-2019; amd. Ord. 29-24, 6-17-2024) 2-5C-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 budget. (Ord. 33-19, 7-15-2019) 2-5C-12: REMOVAL: Except as provided in subsection 2-5C-10D1 of this article, the City Council may remove any Commissioner for good cause. (Ord. 33-19, 7-15-2019) 2-5C-13: POWERS: The commission has the following powers, duties, and responsibilities: A. To conduct public hearings in accordance with the minimum standards established in the CDBG program's Citizen Participation Plan to ensure meaningful citizen input in the planning, implementation, and assessment of the CDBG program; B. To provide for and encourage the participation of low/moderate income persons who reside in designated areas of slum and blight and residents of low/moderate income neighborhoods, as defined by the City Council, in the planning, implementation, and assessment of the CDBG program; C. To identify community development needs, particularly the needs of persons of low/moderate income; D. To serve in an advisory role upon the request of the City Council in policy decisions regarding funding priorities and program development and implementation; E. To monitor and evaluate program activities to advise whether identified community development objectives have been met; F. To undertake public information efforts to educate the citizenry of the availability of CDBG funded programs and to provide for a greater understanding of the City's community development efforts; G. To assist in the preparation of the statement of community development objectives, assess needs, priorities, and projected use of funds, amendments thereto, and required reports, including but not limited to, the Annual Action Plan, Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report, and the five-year Consolidated Plan; H. To serve in an advisory role to the City Manager in the review of complaints and grievances received in accordance with the procedures established in this Code; and, I. To support, upon request, the efforts of the City Council and other City commissions in the assessment of the general development needs of the community. (Ord. 33-19, 7-15-2019) 2-5C-14: GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE; REVIEW STANDARDS; APPEAL PROCESS: The grievance procedure for the CDBG program is as follows: A. Any aggrieved person may file a grievance with the City Manager. B. Grievances must contain a concise statement of the grievance and an explanation of the action desired. C. The City Manager must forward the grievance to the commission within seven (7) business days of its receipt. D. The commission, within fifteen (15) working days of the receipt of the grievance, must set a time for a hearing. The complainant must be notified in writing of the time and place of the hearing. If a grievance is resolved prior to the date of the hearing, the aggrieved party must request in writing that the grievance be withdrawn. E. The commission must conduct a hearing to review the grievance. The grievant may appear in person, by agent, or by attorney. All persons wishing to appear before the commission have an opportunity to be heard regarding the grievance. Minutes must be kept of the proceedings of the hearing. F. The commission must forward its recommendation, in writing, to the City Manager within ten (10) business days following the hearing. G. The City Manager must receive and review the recommendation of the commission and respond to the grievant within ten (10) business days of the receipt of the recommendation. The commission must be advised of the action of the City Manager. H. The recommendations of the commission must comply with the regulations established by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development for the CDBG program under title I of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974 and this Code. I. If the grievant is unsatisfied with the response of the City Manager, an appeal may be filed with the City Clerk. The appeal must be forwarded by the City Clerk to the City Council. The City Council may, at its discretion, hold a hearing to consider the concerns of the grievant. J. Upon review of the appeal, the City Council must: 1. Accept the response of the City Manager; 2. Modify the response of the City Manager; or, 3. Return the grievance to the City Manager for further review. If the outcome of such appeal is unsatisfactory, the complainant may file a written appeal with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. (Ord. 33-19, 7-15-2019) 2-5C-15: PROCEDURES FOR OPERATIONS: The commission must operate in accordance with the standards and procedures set forth in the City's CDBG program's Citizen Participation Plan. (Ord. 33-19, 7-15-2019) From: To: Subject: Sent: noreply@civicplus.com Adrienne Breielder; Trish Gleason; Temwa Phiri; Madeline Haverland; Mary Bridget Corken Deutsch; Online Form Submial: Board/Commission Applicaon Form 7/7/2026 7:59:46 PM This sender is trusted. 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 Newly appointed Board or Commissionmembers must complete a State- mandated 2-hour training on Open Meeting/Open Records training within 90 days of taking their Oath of Office 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 below Personal Information Select the Board, Commission, or Committee applying for: Community Development Advisory Commission Please identify which opening on the Community Development Advisory Commission your qualifications represent: At-Large Name:Paul Uzel Pronunciation:Paul yoo-ZEHL Street Address: You must live within the Dubuque city limits to apply/serve on a City of Dubuque board or commission. 61 N. Algona St. Zip Code:52001-5602 Preferred Phone Number:3192968747 Email Address(es):uzeldansen@gmail.com How did you hear about City of Dubuque Boards and Commission? Through a Friend, Other: If other, please specify:1st it was suggested to me by a friend to apply. 2nd I received an email for the position for which I am applying. Have you participated in the City of Dubuque City Life Program Life program? Yes If so, when?A couple of times some years ago Are you currently serving on other Boards, Commissions, or Committees? No If yes, which?Field not completed. Have you served on a Board, Commission, or Committee before? No If yes, which?Field not completed. Why are you interested in applying for this Board or Commission? Civic duty, keen interest in community and neighborhood development Describe your experiences (professional, personal, or volunteer), skills, and /or education that have prepared you for service on this Board or Commission? I have experience in community development as a community resident as well as a pastor in community churches. My first ordained call was to a small Presbyterian church in the near NW side of Cedar Rapids a church which addressed its mission by fostering the Olivet Neighborhood Mission, then a major contributor in the social concerns and needs of the entire city. I built upon my prior work and experiences as a social worker, correctional services pretrial probation worker among other such. In ministry I continued in this direction even if I found myself in a small town pulpit. Ending full-time ministry in Waterloo we retired in 2015, moving back to Dubuque just a block from where we lived just south of UDTS. I also am interested in developing a neighborhood association in my own neighborhood. List two professional references: (Examples: employer, coworker, client, vendor, mentor, volunteer organizer, etc.)) Steven Drahozal 563-542-4011, friend Rev. Stephanie Ells, colleague and friend 563-583-1729 Tom Stovall, friend 563-581-7220 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 your name here as electronic verification): Paul Uzel Date:7/7/2026 Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. 1 Adrienne Breitfelder From:noreply@civicplus.com Sent:Saturday, July 25, 2026 1:44 PM To:Adrienne Breitfelder; Trish Gleason; Temwa Phiri; Madeline Haverland; Mary Bridget Corken Deutsch Subject:Online Form Submittal: Board/Commission Application Form This sender is trusted. 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  Newly appointed Board or Commissionmembers must complete a State- mandated 2-hour training on Open Meeting/Open Records training within 90 days of taking their Oath of Office 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 below Personal Information Select the Board, Commission, or Committee applying for: Community Development Advisory Commission Please identify which opening on the Community Development Advisory Commission your Low to Moderate Income Area Representative 2 qualifications represent: Name: Rakitta Fischer ( Rayven ) Pronunciation: Ruh-key-tuh Street Address: You must live within the Dubuque city limits to apply/serve on a City of Dubuque board or commission. 2409 Jackson St Zip Code: 52001 Preferred Phone Number: 3163394523 Email Address(es): rayvenrakitta@outlook.com How did you hear about City of Dubuque Boards and Commission? Other: If other, please specify: Corinne Rothblum Have you participated in the City of Dubuque City Life Program Life program? No If so, when? Field not completed. Are you currently serving on other Boards, Commissions, or Committees? No If yes, which? Field not completed. Have you served on a Board, Commission, or Committee before? No If yes, which? Field not completed. 3 Why are you interested in applying for this Board or Commission? Would like to be more involved in the community of Dubuque, sharing aspects of diversity and experience from a newcomers perspective. Describe your experiences (professional, personal, or volunteer), skills, and /or education that have prepared you for service on this Board or Commission? I have volunteered with a program in Kansas that encases youth advocacy. List two professional references: (Examples: employer, coworker, client, vendor, mentor, volunteer organizer, etc.)) Temwa Phiri - community engagement - (517) 505-2776 Ben Fern - Previous coworker - (563) 495-0519 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 your name here as electronic verification): Rakitta Fischer Date: 7/25/2026 Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. To help protect your privacy, Microsoft Office prevented automatic download of this picture from the Internet. TITLE 5 TRANSIT SYSTEM CHAPTER 1 TRANSIT ADVISORY BOARD SECTION: 5-1-1: Board Created 5-1-2: Purpose 5-1-3: Internal Organization And Rules 5-1-4: Procedures For Operation 5-1-5: Membership 5-1-6: Oath 5-1-7: Terms 5-1-8: Vacancies 5-1-9: Officers; Organization 5-1-10: Meetings 5-1-11: Compensation 5-1-12: Removal 5-1-13: Powers 5-1-14: Fare Increase Or Reduction In Service, Procedure 5-1-1: BOARD CREATED: There is hereby created the Transit Advisory Board. (Ord. 50-14, 7-21-2014) 5-1-2: PURPOSE: The purpose of the board is to recommend the establishment of routes, schedules, and changes in fare structure and/or rates. (Ord. 50-14, 7-21-2014) 5-1-3: INTERNAL ORGANIZATION AND RULES: The board 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. 50-14, 7-21-2014) 5-1-4: PROCEDURES FOR OPERATION: All administrative, personnel, accounting, budgetary, and procurement policies of the City govern the board in all its operations. (Ord. 50-14, 7-21-2014) 5-1-5: MEMBERSHIP: The board comprises five (5) residents of the City, appointed by the City Council. (Ord. 50-14, 7-21-2014) 5-1-6: OATH: Each person, upon appointment to the board, must execute an oath of office at the first meeting of the board following the appointment or at the City Clerk's Office any time prior to the first meeting of the board. (Ord. 50-14, 7-21-2014; amd. Ord. 39-24, 6-17-2024) 5-1-7: TERMS: The term of office for members of the board is three (3) years or until such member's successor is appointed and qualified. (Ord. 50-14, 7-21-2014) 5-1-8: VACANCIES: Vacancies must be filled in the same manner as original appointments. (Ord. 50-14, 7-21-2014) 5-1-9: OFFICERS; ORGANIZATION: The board must choose annually a Chairperson and Vice Chairperson, each to serve a term of one year. The Chairperson must appoint a Secretary, who need not be a member of the board. The board must fill a vacancy among its officers for the remainder of the officer's unexpired term. (Ord. 50-14, 7-21-2014) 5-1-10: MEETINGS: A. Regular Meetings: The board will meet bimonthly, September through May, meeting no less than four (4) times per year. B. Special Meetings: Special meetings may be called by the Chairperson or at the written request of a majority of the members. 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 member of the board has been absent for three (3) or more consecutive meetings of the board, without being excused by the Chairperson, such absence will be grounds for the board 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 board must be filed with the City Council within ten (10) working days after approval by the board, or by the next regularly scheduled City Council meeting, whichever is later. F. Quorum: Three (3) members of the board constitute a quorum for the transaction of business. The affirmative vote of a majority of the members present and voting is necessary for the adoption of any motion or resolution. (Ord. 11-18, 3-19- 2018; amd. Ord. 39-24, 6-17-2024) 5-1-11: COMPENSATION: Members serve without compensation, provided that they may receive reimbursement for necessary travel and other expenses while on official board business within the limits established in the City administrative policies and budget. (Ord. 50-14, 7-21-2014) 5-1-12: REMOVAL: Except as provided in subsection 5-1-10D1 of this chapter, the City Council may remove any member for good cause. (Ord. 32-15, 5-18-2015) 5-1-13: POWERS: The board has the following powers, duties, and responsibilities: A. Advise the City Council on executing agreements and grants relating to the transit system operation and the purchase of new equipment. B. Advise the City Council on rates, fares, or charges for the transportation of passengers and any incidental services and the rates or charges to be made for advertising in buses or any other facility. (Ord. 50-14, 7-21-2014) 5-1-14: FARE INCREASE OR REDUCTION IN SERVICE, PROCEDURE: A. Definitions: The following words and phrases, when used in this title shall, for the purpose of this title, have the meanings respectively ascribed to them in this section: SUBSTANTIAL REDUCTION IN SERVICE: 1. Routes: Elimination of a route; 2. Service Hours: Reduction of ten percent (10%) of service hours of a route; 3. Service Miles: Reduction of ten percent (10%) of service miles of a route; and/or 4. Bus Stops: Elimination of one or more stops on a route that would result in a greater than one-fourth (1/4) mile walking distance between bus stops. B. Public Hearing: Prior to the adoption of any fare increase or a substantial reduction in service by the City Council, the City Council must set a time and place for public hearing on such proposed fare increase or reduction in service, and must cause a notice of the time and place of such hearing to be published in a newspaper of general circulation in the City not less than four (4) nor more than twenty (20) days prior to such hearing. All notices must comply with all Federal, State, and local regulations. C. Contents Of Notice: The notice must state the time and place of hearing, include a summary of the proposed fare increase or reduction in service level, indicate who the increase or reduction will affect, indicate the date the increase or reduction will take effect, and request that interested persons comment, in writing filed with the City Clerk prior to the time of the public hearing or in person at the public hearing, on the proposed increase or reduction. The notice must also state that any comments submitted will be considered by the City Council, and that following the public hearing, the City Council will act to adopt, modify or reject the proposed fare increase or reduction in service. All notices must comply with all Federal, State, and local regulations. (Ord. 60-14, 10-6-2014) From: To: Subject: Sent: noreply@civicplus.com Adrienne Breielder; Trish Gleason; Temwa Phiri; Ryan Knuckey; Online Form Submial: Board/Commission Applicaon Form 7/24/2026 6:41:57 AM This sender is trusted. 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 Newly appointed Board or Commissionmembers must complete a State- mandated 2-hour training on Open Meeting/Open Records training within 90 days of taking their Oath of Office 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 below Personal Information Select the Board, Commission, or Committee applying for: Transit Advisory Board Name:Dora Serna Pronunciation:Field not completed. Street Address: You must live within the Dubuque city limits to apply/serve on a City of Dubuque board or commission. 2160 Marion Street Zip Code:52003 Preferred Phone Number:(563)581-3391 Email Address(es):dorita_serna@msn.com How did you hear about City of Dubuque Boards and Commission? Through a Friend If other, please specify:Field not completed. Have you participated in the City of Dubuque City Life Program Life program? No If so, when?Field not completed. Are you currently serving on other Boards, Commissions, or Committees? No If yes, which?Field not completed. Have you served on a Board, Commission, or Committee before? Yes If yes, which?Transit Advisory Board Why are you interested in applying for this Board or Commission? I am applying for the transit board because reliable public transportation is the lifeline of our community's economic and social health. I was a rider, and I sow how route efficiency and scheduling impact local workers, students, and seniors. I want to be able to participate in a system that grows safely and accessibly for every neighborhood. Describe your experiences (professional, personal, or volunteer), skills, and /or education that have prepared you for service on this Board or Commission? My degree in economy gave me the foundation and hands-on experience in budgeting, strategic planning and community engagement. Outside of work, I volunteer in many organizations around the city. Together, these professional, volunteer, and educational experiences have prepared me to listen well, review data objectively, and serve effective in the Transit Advisory Board List two professional references: (Examples: employer, coworker, client, vendor, mentor, volunteer organizer, etc.)) Hannah Porcic, co-worker 563-542-6240 Corine Murray, Mentor 563-542-1226 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 your name here as electronic verification): Dora Serna B Date:07/24/2026 Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. From: To: Subject: Sent: noreply@civicplus.com Adrienne Breielder; Trish Gleason; Temwa Phiri; Ryan Knuckey; Online Form Submial: Board/Commission Applicaon Form 6/29/2026 5:41:23 PM This sender is trusted. 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 Newly appointed Board or Commissionmembers must complete a State- mandated 2-hour training on Open Meeting/Open Records training within 90 days of taking their Oath of Office 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 below Personal Information Select the Board, Commission, or Committee applying for: Transit Advisory Board Name:Greg Orwoll Pronunciation:Greg Orwoll Street Address: You must live within the Dubuque city limits to apply/serve on a City of Dubuque board or commission. 2635 W 32nd St Zip Code:52001 Preferred Phone Number:5635649156 Email Address(es):greg@duridedbq.com How did you hear about City of Dubuque Boards and Commission? Other: If other, please specify:Conversations with city staff, and others Have you participated in the City of Dubuque City Life Program Life program? No If so, when?Field not completed. Are you currently serving on other Boards, Commissions, or Committees? Yes If yes, which?Transit Advisory Board Have you served on a Board, Commission, or Committee before? Yes If yes, which?Transit is my first one Why are you interested in applying for this Board or Commission? I am in a fairly unique position with my job as Executive Director of DuRide, and with my contacts and experience in transit in general, including equipment and mechanical understanding. The experience I have gained thus far in my time on the Transit Advisory Board has broadened my understanding of so many things relative to our local transportation systems, and I wish to continue to contribute and learn. Describe your experiences (professional, personal, or volunteer), skills, and /or education that have prepared you for service on this Board or Commission? I was responsible for the transportation needs of the Colts programs for 30 years, including knowing how to operate all the equipment. I even have Class A and Class B CDL, with airbrake, passenger, and combination vehicles endorsements. Since 2012 I have been the executive director of DuRide, which provides transportation for seniors 65 and older who lack the transportation options they need in order to remain independent and empowered. List two professional references: (Examples: employer, coworker, client, vendor, mentor, volunteer organizer, etc.)) Ric Jones, 563-556-3490, friend and non-profit shared work Roy Buel, 563-564-5455, friend and fellow volunteer organizer 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 your name here as electronic verification): Greg Orwoll Date:6-30-26 Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. From: To: Subject: Sent: noreply@civicplus.com Adrienne Breielder; Trish Gleason; Temwa Phiri; Ryan Knuckey; Online Form Submial: Board/Commission Applicaon Form 8/21/2025 12:39:37 PM This sender is trusted. 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, Commission, or Committee applying for: Transit Advisory Board Name:Marilyn S Cole Pronunciation:Field not completed. Street Address: You must live within the Dubuque city limits to apply/serve on a City of Dubuque board or commission. 1321 Tomahawk Dr Zip Code:52003 Preferred Phone Number:4253438526 Email Address(es):marilynscole@gmail.com How did you hear about City of Dubuque Boards and Commission? City of Dubuque Website If other, please specify:Field not completed. Have you participated in the City of Dubuque City Life Program Life program? No If so, when?Field not completed. Are you currently serving on other Boards, Commissions, No or Committees? If yes, which?Field not completed. Have you served on a Board, Commission, or Committee before? No If yes, which?Field not completed. Why are you interested in applying for this Board or Commission? I moved to Dubuque in March 2024, and believe that it is my responsibility to contribute to the community. There are many ways in Dubuque to connect and when I saw that there were openings on the TAB, I thought my background and experience might be of use. I am a staunch believer in public transit. Describe your experiences (professional, personal, or volunteer), skills, and /or education that have prepared you for service on this Board or Commission? Since 2005, I have worked with public transit agencies and community-based non-profit organizations on programs that provide transportation for seniors and persons with disabilities. My experience includes managing ADA paratransit eligibility offices in Honolulu, Boston and Portland, OR, as well as training staff in Everett, WA, Modesto, CA, Chicago, Atlanta, and other locations. I have helped develop travel training and volunteer driver programs, creating systems, training materials, reports. Share your experience working in diverse environments: Working with agencies in small towns to large cities, I have had the opportunity to hire, train and work with people with different backgrounds, experiences, cultures, and physical abilities. Building a cohesive, inclusive team has been a priority for me. Equally important is serving diverse clients whose needs for assistance are different. List two professional references: (Examples: employer, coworker, client, vendor, mentor, volunteer organizer, etc.)) Pam Helmer - Ruhl and Ruhl Local Realtor/Friend 563-213- 2636 Philip McGuire - Colleague/Mentor on transit projects for past 20 years 707-318-3646 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 your name here as electronic verification): Marilyn S Cole Date:8/21/25 Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.