8 17 26 AgendaTHE CITY OF CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
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Historic Federal Building: 350 W. 6th
Street - Second -Floor Council
Chambers.
Masterpiece on the Mississippi August 17, 2026 at 6:30 PM
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PRE -MEETING EVENT
1. New Fire Boat Static Display
The Fire Department will display the new Lake Assault -Landing Craft Style Fire
Rescue Boat from 4:45 to 5:30 PM in front of the Historic Federal Building on 6th
St.
This event is not part of the official City Council meeting.
ROLL CALL ORDER FOR MEETING
Sprank, Staver, Wethal, Resnick, Leyendecker, Cavanagh, Roussell
WORK SESSION
5:15 PM - Data Center Information & Community Input Report
City Attorney Crenna Brumwell and Assistant City Manager Cori Burbach will provide a
presentation regarding data center information and community input.
REGULAR SESSION
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6:30 PM
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
PROCLAMATIONS
1. Nathaniel and Charlotte Morgan Peace Week (September 1 - 6, 2026)
On behalf of the Nathaniel Morgan Memorial Committee.
CONSENT ITEMS
1. Minutes and Reports Submitted
City Council Proceedings of August 3, 2026; Community Development Advisory
Commission of June 26, 2026; Proof of Publication for City Council Proceedings of
July 6 and 20, 2026 and Expenditure Reports for periods of May 1 through July 10
and July 11 through July 16, 2026.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File
2. Notice of Appeal of Claim
Austin Bodenhofer for vehicle damage.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Refer to City Attorney
3. Approval of City Expenditures
City Manager recommending City Council approval for payment of City
expenditures.
RESOLUTION Authorizing the Chief Financial Officer/City Treasurer to make
certain payments of bills that must be paid and approved for payment in
accordance with City procedures
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
4. Notice of Award and Request to Execute Agreement for 2026-2027 City of
Dubuque AmeriCorps Program: Creating Opportunities
City Manager providing information on the award of 2026-2027 City of Dubuque
AmeriCorps Program: Creating Opportunities grant and recommending City
Council approval to execute the AmeriCorps Grant Agreement that will be sent for
City Manager's signature by Volunteer Iowa through Adobe Sign and Save.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
5. FY27 Update to Dubuque County Resource Enhancement and Protection
Program (REAP) 5-Year Plan
City Manager recommending City Council approval of the City of Dubuque's FY
2027 update to the Dubuque County 5-Year Resource Enhancement and
Protection Program (REAP) Plan.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
6. Fire Headquarters Construction Contract Approval - HQ Bunkroom
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City Manager recommending City Council approval to award the construction
contract for the Fire Headquarters Bunkroom and Bathroom Remodel Project,
Project #1315000025, to Portzen Construction in the amount of $426,000 and
authorization to proceed with the necessary contract execution and construction
activities.
RESOLUTION Awarding The Public Improvement Contract For The Fire
Department Bunk Room Remodel
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
7. Final Plat of Swiss Valley Estates
Zoning Advisory Commission recommending City Council approve the Final Plat of
Swiss Valley Estates as submitted, subject to waiving the street frontage
requirement will for Lot 1 and Lot 2.
RESOLUTION Authorizing Approval Of The Final Plat Of Swiss Valley Estates,
Dubuque County, Iowa
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
8. Resolution Approving Fund Transfers for Capital Projects and Other Expense
Reimbursements in Fiscal Year 2027 — Period 1
City Manager recommending City Council approval of the suggested proceedings
approving a transfer of funds for capital projects and other expense
reimbursements.
RESOLUTION Authorizing The Chief Financial Officer To Make The Appropriate
Interfund Transfers Of Sums And Record The Same In The Appropriate Manner
For The FY 2027 For The City Of Dubuque, Iowa
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
9. Adoption of Supplement Number 2026 S-20 to the City of Dubuque Code of
Ordinances
City Clerk recommending approval of the resolution adopting Supplement No. 2026
S-20 as part of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Dubuque.
RESOLUTION Adopting Supplement No. 2026 S-20 To The Code of Ordinances
Of The City Of Dubuque, Iowa
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
10. Resolution Approving 2026 Dodds and Sinclair Terminal Contaminated Soil
Removal Project Award
City Manager recommending City Council award the construction contract for the
2026 Dodds and Sinclair Terminal Contaminated Soil Removal Project through the
adoption of the attached resolution to Top Grade Excavating in the amount of
$5,584.80 which is 4.875% above the City's estimate.
RESOLUTION Awarding Public Improvement Contract For The Dodds And Sinclair
Terminal Contaminated Soil Removal Project
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
11. Signed Contracts
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Bauer Built for Tire Changes/Repairs for Transportation Services buses/vehicles;
Dubuque County for enforcement of delinquent parking tickets; Dubuque Forward,
LLC for Design and Installation of Lighting on Historic Town Clock; Environmental
Systems Research Institute, Inc. for Small Government and Local Utility EA Esri
Advantage Program; FIRE RECOVERY USA, LLC for billing services; Graymont
Western Lime for the City of Dubuque Water High Calcium Quicklime Bid
Documents 2026; Green Valley Landscaping for City Detention Basin
Maintenance; Hills and Dales for FY 2027 Special Services Grant Program
Agreement; Holy Family Catholic Schools for Temporary Parking License
Agreement; KorTerra, Inc. for software -as -a -service; Municipal Well & Pump for
Well No. 7 Rehabilitation — Phase 3 Project; Top Grade Excavating, Inc. for the
Dodds and Sinclair Terminal Contaminated Soil Removal Project at South Terminal
Street.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File
12. Public Improvement Contracts with Performance, Payment, and Maintenance
Bonds
Black Hawk Roof Company, Inc. for the Municipal Services Center Roof
Replacement Project; Gansen Excavating, Inc. for Historic Millwork Outdoor
Community Space Parking; Globalcom Technologies for City Facility Security
Upgrade - City Hall Acre-Feenics Installation.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
13. Letter of Support for Iowa Redevelopment Tax Credit Application for Property
at 360 E. 16th Street
City Manager recommending City Council approval of a letter of support to
accompany the Iowa Redevelopment Tax Credit Application to the Iowa Economic
Development Authority being submitted by the developer for redevelopment of 360
E. 16th Street in Dubuque.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
14. 1199 Central Avenue, Release of Real Estate Mortgage
City Attorney recommending City Council approval of the attached Release of the
Real Estate Mortgage for 1199 Central Avenue.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
15. Agreement with Eric McFadden for the Sale of City Property on Valeria Street
as Part of the Villas on Valeria Subdivision Project
City Manager recommending City Council approval of an agreement with Eric
McFadden (McFadden) for the sale of the two city lots legally described as Lot 16A
of Schaffner's Subdivision and Lot 6A of Brewery Addition on Valeria Street
adjacent to lots owned by McFadden on Valeria Street and direct staff to initiate the
public hearing process for disposition of the city interest in real estate.
RESOLUTION Approving An Agreement Between The City Of Dubuque, Iowa And
Eric McFadden
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
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16. Correction of the 2527 Washington Street Special Warranty Deed and
Request for Approval of Revised Document
City Attorney recommending approval of the corrected Special Warranty Deed for
2527 Washington Street to correct a scrivener's error.
RESOLUTION Approving A Corrected Special Warranty Deed And Authorizing
Execution And Recording Of The Document
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
17. Approval of Retail Alcohol Licenses
City Manager recommending City Council approval of retail alcohol licenses as
submitted.
RESOLUTION Approving applications for retail alcohol licenses, as required by
City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances Title 4 Business and License Regulations,
Chapter 2 Liquor Control, Article B Liquor, Beer and Wine Licenses and Permits
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
18. Approval of Retail Tobacco Permit and Device Retailer Permit Applications
City Manager recommending City Council approval of the retail tobacco permit and
device retailer permits as submitted.
RESOLUTION Approving Applications for Retail Tobacco Permits and Device
Retailer Permits, As Applicable and as Required by Iowa Code 453A.47A and
453E.3
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
ITEMS SET FOR PUBLIC HEARING
These agenda items are being scheduled for a future public hearing on the date
indicated.
1. Grant of Easement to Holy Family Catholic Schools, Dubuque, Iowa
City Manager recommending City Council set a public hearing to be held on
September 8, 2026, to consider disposal of City interest by the granting of an
Embankment Easement over the City owned property in Veterans Memorial Park
to Holy Family Catholic Schools (HFCS), Dubuque, Iowa.
RESOLUTION Intent To Dispose Of City Interest By Grant Of Embankment
Easement To Holy Family Catholic Schools, Dubuque, Iowa, Across Part Of Lot 1
Of Mineral Lot 383 All In The City Of Dubuque, Iowa
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s), Set Public
Hearing for September 8, 2026
2. Setting Public Hearing for Consenting to the Renewal of Operating Line of
Credit between the Dubuque Racing Association LTD. and Nicolet National
Bank
City Attorney recommending City Council set a public hearing on the consent to the
DRA renewal of its line of credit for operations for September 8, 2026.
RESOLUTION Setting A Date For A Public Hearing To Consent To The Renewal
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2.
Of The Operating Line Of Credit Between The Dubuque Racing Association Ltd.
And Nicolet National Bank
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s), Set Public
Hearing for September 8, 2026
BOARDS/COMMISSIONS
Boards and Commission Application Review
Applicants are invited to address the City Council regarding their desire to serve on
the following Boards/Commissions. Applicant appointments will be made at the
next City Council meeting.
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.
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:
Airport Commission:
https://citVofdubugue.org/DocumentCenter/View/65522/Airport-Commission-
Applicants
Housing
Commission: https://cityofdubuque.org/DocumentCenter/View/65523/Housing-
Commission-Applicant
Boards and Commission Appointments
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)
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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://citVofdubugue.org/DocumentCenter/View/65520/Community-Development-
Advisory-Commission-Applicants
Transit Advisory Board:
https://cityofdubuque.org/DocumentCenter/View/65521 /Transit -Advisory -Board -
Applicants
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Residents are invited to address the City Council on the following agenda items.
Please come to the podium and state your name and address when the item you
wish to speak to is being considered.
1. Wacker Plaza Planned Unit Development Amendment
Proof of publication on notice of public hearing to consider a request from The
Architects Partnership to amend the Wacker Plaza Planned Unit Development,
located at 800 Wacker Drive, with PC -Planned Commercial designation to update
the signage and parking requirements, and conceptual development plan, and
Zoning Advisory Commission recommending approval.
ORDINANCE Amending Title 16, The Unified Development Code Of The City Of
Dubuque Code Of Ordinances By Rescinding Ordinance 40-89 And 50-05 Which
Provides Regulations For A PUD Planned Unit Development District With A PC
Planned Commercial Designation For The Wacker Plaza PUD District At 800 And
806 Wacker Drive And Now Being Amended To Update The Conceptual
Development Plan And To Modify Parking And Signage Regulations
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Motion B; Motion A
2. Approving an Amended and Restated Lease Agreement by and between the
City of Dubuque, Iowa, and RG HOSPITALITY, LLC
Proof of publication on notice of public hearing to consider City Council adopt the
attached resolution approving the Amended and Restated Lease Agreement by
and between the City of Dubuque and RG Hospitality, LLC, and City Manager
recommending approval.
RESOLUTION Approving An Amended And Restated Lease Agreement By And
Between The City Of Dubuque And RG Hospitality, LLC For Real Property In The
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City Of Dubuque, Iowa
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
3. Petition to Vacate Lot 25B of Block 11, Dubuque Downtown Plaza, in the City
of Dubuque, Iowa For Vacating Petition - Northeast Iowa Community College
(NICC) Building Entrance Improvements Project
Proof of publication on notice of public hearing to consider City Council adopt a
resolution approving the vacation and disposal of city interest in the right of way
property described Lot 25B of Block 11, Dubuque Downtown Plaza, in the City of
Dubuque, Iowa as part of the Northeast Iowa Community College's construction of
its proposed building entrance site improvements at 700 Main Street in Dubuque,
Iowa, and City Manager recommending approval.
RESOLUTION Vacating Of A Portion Of City Lot 25A, In The City Of Dubuque,
Iowa, Being A Part The West 7th Street And Main Street Right Of Way, Legally
Described As Lot 25B, Of Block 11, Dubuque Downtown Plaza, In The City Of
Dubuque, Iowa
RESOLUTION Disposing Of City Interest In A Portion Of City Lot 25A, In The City
Of Dubuque, Iowa, Being A Part The West 7th Street And Main Street Right Of
Way, Legally Described As Lot 25B, Of Block 11, Dubuque Downtown Plaza, In
The City Of Dubuque, Iowa
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
4. JFK Water Tower Interior Piping and Expansion Joint Replacement Project -
Conduct Public Hearing and Approve Bidding Documents
Proof of publication on notice of public hearing to consider City Council adopt the
resolution approving the plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimated
construction cost amount of $60,000.00 for the JFK Tower Interior Piping and
Expansion Joint Replacement Project, and City Manager recommending approval.
RESOLUTION JFK Tower Interior Piping And Expansion Joint Replacement
Project: Approval Of Plans, Specifications, Form Of Contract, And Estimated Cost
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
PUBLIC INPUT
At this time, anyone in the Council Chambers may address the City Council on the
Action Items on the agenda or on matters under the control of the City Council.
Residents are asked to approach the podium and state their name and address before
proceeding with their comments. Individual remarks are limited to 5 minutes and the
overall Public Input period is limited to 30 minutes. Under the Iowa Open Meetings Law,
the City Council can take no formal action on comments given during Public Input which
do not relate to Action Items on the Agenda.
ACTION ITEMS
These are items where discussion is held by the City Council - public comments
are not allowed except where authorized by the Mayor.
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1. Resolution Amending Lot Name For Vacating Petition - Northeast Iowa
Community College (NICC) Building Entrance Improvements Project
City Manager recommending City Council adopt the resolution correcting the lot
name in the previously approved resolutions for the plat and for the vacation and
disposal/sale of a portion of the Main Street and West 7th Street Right of Way in
the City of Dubuque, Iowa.
RESOLUTION Resolution Amending City Council Resolution No. 293-26, No. 295-
26, No. -26 (Resolution Vacating Lot 25B Of Block 11, Dubuque Downtown
Plaza, In The City Of Dubuque Iowa), And No. -26 (Resolution Disposing Of
Lot 25B Of Block 11, Dubuque Downtown Plaza, In The City Of Dubuque Iowa)
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
2. Approving a Development Agreement by and between the City of Dubuque,
Iowa and Thunder Valley, LLC
City Manager recommending City Council to adopt the attached Resolution
approving a Development Agreement by and between the City of Dubuque, Iowa
and Thunder Valley, LLC providing for the use of Urban Revitalization District Tax
Abatement.
RESOLUTION Approving A Development Agreement By And Between The City Of
Dubuque, Iowa, And Thunder Valley, LLC
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
3. North American Trainer Association (NATA) Formation Flight Training at
Dubuque Regional Airport Video
City staff will show a video of the North American Trainer Association (NATA)
conducting their annual formation flight training at the Dubuque Regional Airport
(DBQ) before EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. This video can also be
viewed at https://Voutu.be/JOePlYMlCos?si=HFiosGDIMZTrlbsm
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Video
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CLOSED SESSION
Pending Litigation and Purchase or Sale of Real Estate — Chapter 21.5(1)(c),(j)
Code of Iowa
ADJOURNMENT
The agenda with supporting documents may be accessed at www.cityofdubugue.org or
at the City Clerk's Office at ctyclerk .cityofdubugue.org or by mail to 50 W. 13th Street,
during regular business hours.
This notice is given pursuant to Chapter 21, Code of Iowa, and applicable local
regulations of the City of Dubuque, Iowa and/or governmental body holding the meeting.
Written comments regarding the above items may be submitted to the City Clerk's
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Office at ctyclerk(c�cityofdubug ue.org or by mail to 50 W. 13th St., Dubuque, IA 52001,
before said time of meeting.
Individuals requiring special assistance should contact the City Clerk's Office as soon as
feasible at (563) 589-4100, ctyclerk(a)cityofdubug ue.org. Deaf or hard -of -hearing
individuals can use Relay Iowa by dialing 711 or (800) 735-2942.
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