9 8 26 City Clerk's NotesCITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
SPECIAL SESSION
The Dubuque City Council met in special session at 5:15 p.m. on September 8, 2026, in the second -
floor Council Chambers of the Historic Federal Building, 350 W. Wh Street. / J
Pre�sent: Mayor Cavanagh; Council Members Leyendecker, Resnick, Rous✓sell, Sprank, Staver,
We�Utlyal; City ManaVer Van Milligen, City Attorne Brumwell.
Absent:
Mayor Cavanagh read the call and stated this is a special session of the City Council called for the
purpose of conducting a work session on Central Avenue and White Street Corridor.
WORK SESSION
Central Avenue and White Street Corridor
Bolton and Menk, Walker Consultants & City Staff will present on parking inventory, occupancy, and
turnover data, along with survey results, parking availability and strategic recommendations for the
Central Avenue and White Street Corridor.
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There being no further business, Mayor Cavanagh declared the meeting adjourned at 6; Q P.M.
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
REGULAR SESSION
The Dubuque City Council met in regular session at 6:30 p.m. on September 8, 2026, in the second -
floor Council Chambers of the Historic Federal Building, 350 W. 6tn Street.
Present: Mayor Cavan�gh; Council Members Leyend ecker, Resnick, Roussell, Sprank, Staver,
Wetha/, City Manager V� Milligen, City Attorney' Brumwell.
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Absent:
Mayor Cavanagh read the call and stated this is a regular session of the City Council called for the
purpose of conducting such business that may properly come before the City Council.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
SWEARING -IN
Swearing -In of Mayor Pro Tern
Mayor Brad Cavanagh will swear in Mayor Pro Tern Laura Roussell.
PROCLAMATIONS
1. Days of Peace and Nonviolence (September 6 - October 4, 2026)
On behalf of the Dubuque International Day of Peace Coordinating Committee.
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1. Minutes and Reports Submitted
City Council Proceedings of August 17, 18, 24, 25, and 27, 2026; Airport
Commission of February 23, March 24, April 28 and May 26, 2026; Arts and Cultural Affairs
Advisory Commission of March 24, April 28, May 26 and June 23, 2026; Arts and Cultural
Affairs Advisory Commission Art on the River Committee of March 12 and May 21, 2026;
Board of Library Trustees of March 26, April 16 and
May 28, 2026; Board of Library Trustees Updates of May 28 and June 25, 2026; Five Flags
Civic Center Advisory Commission of December 1, 2025 and April 2, 2026; Civil Service
Commission of March 11, April 14, and May 13, 2026; Historic Preservation Commission of
July 16, 2026; Human Rights Commission of May 11, 2026; Long Range Planning Advisory
Commission of May 20, 2026; Park and Recreation Advisory Commission of March 10, April
8, May 12, and June 9, 2026; Zoning Advisory Commision of July 1, 2026; Zoning Board of
Adjustment of July 23, 2026; Proof of Publication for City Council Proceedings of August 3,
17, and 18, 2026 and related Expenditure Reports.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File
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2. Recommendation on Appeal of Claim by Austin Bodenhofer
City Attorney recommending denial of an appeal of a claim against the City filed by Austin
Bodenhofer for vehicle damage.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Concur
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. Resolution Approving Fund Transfers for Capital Projects and Other Expense
Reimbursements in Fiscal Year 2027 - Period 2
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)
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5. Letter of Support for Iowa Redevelopment Tax Credit Application for Property at 2098
Central Avenue
City Manager recommending City Council approval of the submission 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 2098 Central Avenue in
Dubuque as a brownfield site.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
6. Letter of Support for Iowa Redevelopment Tax Credit Application for Property at 2541
Central Avenue
City Manager recommending City Council approval of the submission 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 2541 Central Avenue in
Dubuque as a grayfield site.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
7. Letter of Support for Iowa Redevelopment Tax Credit Application for Property at 1739-
1763 Central Avenue
City Manager recommending City Council approval of the submission of a letter of support to
accompany the Iowa Redevelopment Tax Credit Application to the Iowa Economic
Development Authority being submitted by Dubuque Initiatives 1700, LLC for redevelopment
of the C.-A.R.E. Home (Central Avenue Housing Endeavor) at 1739-1763 Central Avenue in
Dubuque as a grayfield site.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
8. Official Posting Location for City Council and Non -Quasi -Judicial Board and
Commission Meeting Notices
City Clerk recommending adoption of the resolution designating the official agenda posting
locations for the City Council and all non -quasi-judicial boards and commissions.
RESOLUTION Designating The Official Public Notice Location For Meeting Notices Of The
City Council And All Non -Quasi -Judicial Boards And Commissions Pursuant To Iowa Code
Chapter 21
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
9. Civil Service Recertified Fire Promotional Lists — Date Correction
Civil Service Commission submitting the certified list for the positions of Fire Lieutenant,
Division/Bureau Chief, Fire Equipment Operator, Assistant Fire Marshal, EMS Supervisor, and
Fire Captain, which were recently recertified to correct the list's date to the original certification
date of March 12, 2025.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Make Matter of Record
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10. "Let's Go!" Fall 2026 Parks & Recreation Programs & Events Utility Bill Insert
City Manager providing a copy of a flyer highlighting examples of some of the City of Dubuque
Parks and Recreation Department's Fall 2026 programs and events, which will be mailed with
City utility bills from September 10 through October 1.
The full Let's Go! Fall Activities Guide is available online at www.citvofdubuque.org/recreation
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File
11. JFK Water Tower Interior Piping and Expansion Joint Replacement Project - Award
Construction Contract
City Manager recommending City Council adopt the resolution awarding the JFK Tower Interior
Piping and Expansion Joint Replacement Project contract to Landmark Structures I, L.P. of
Southlake, Texas in the amount of $54,840.00.
RESOLUTION Awarding The Public Improvement Contract For The JFK Tower Interior Piping
And Expansion Joint Replacement Project
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
12. Updated New Housing Units Handout
City Manager providing an updated version of the New Housing Units handout.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File
13. Updated Workforce Housing Utility Bill Insert
City Manager providing an updated version of the City's Workforce Housing flyer, which will be
mailed with City utility bills from September 10 through October 1.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File
14. Loras Boulevard Reconstruction and Repairs Project - Acceptance of Public
Improvement
City Manager recommending City Council adopt the attached resolution accepting the public
improvements and to authorize the payment of the final contract amount of $341,534.77 to
Eastern Iowa Excavating & Concrete, LLC, for the Loras Boulevard Reconstruction and
Repairs Project.
RESOLUTION Accepting The Loras Boulevard Reconstruction And Repairs Project And
Authorizing Final Payment To The Contractor
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
15. Middle Road Water Main Extension Project - Authorization to Solicit
Consulting Engineering Design Services RFQ
City Manager recommending City Council authorize the Water Department to release a
request for qualifications (RFQ) for design of the Middle Road Water Main Extension Project.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
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16. Final Plat Silver Oaks Estates No. 4
City Manager recommending City Council approval of the resolution for the Final Plat of Silver
Oaks Estates No. 4 as it is in compliance with the City of Dubuque's Unified Development
Code and the Imagine Dubuque Comprehensive Plan and is
in substantial compliance with the approved preliminary plat.
RESOLUTION Authorizing Approval Of The Final Plat Of Silver Oaks Estates No. 4 In The City
Of Dubuque, Iowa
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
17. ATTAIN Competitive Grant Application - Approve Grant Application
Submission
City Manager recommending City Council adopt the attached resolution (Retroactively)
approving the filing of the application by the Dubuque Metropolitan Area Transportation Study,
through the East Central Intergovernmental Association, with the Federal Highway
Administration and U.S. Department of Transportation for a Fiscal Years 2025 and 2026
Advanced Transportation Technology and Innovation (ATTAIN) Competitive Grant to assist
with funding for the proposed Dubuque Smart Corridor Initiative.
RESOLUTION Retroactively Authorizing The Dubuque Metropolitan Area Transportation
Study (DMATS), Through The East Central Intergovernmental Association (ECIA), To File A
Grant Application With The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) And U.S. Department Of
Transportation (USDOT) For An Advanced Transportation Technology And Innovation (Attain)
Competitive Grant For The Dubuque Smart Corridor Initiative
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
18. Signed Contracts
Deere & Company for Public Works equipment; Dubuque Plumbing and Heating for the Flora
Water Playground Pipe Leak Repair; East Central Intergovernmental Association for Project
Management — Energy Savers; Ecosystems, Inc. for Biosolids Professional Management
Program; Esri for Training Pass Subscription; Hoyne Landscaping and Snowplowing, Inc. for
Grass Mowing Agreement; Intercontinental Kansas City at the Plaza for Hertlandia Gathering;
McDermott Excavating for Sanitary Sewer Repairs; McDermott Excavating for Street Light —
1800 Rosemont; McDermott Excavating for Street Light Conduit — Stone Valley Drive; Nutri-
Ject Systems, Inc. for Notice of Termination Agreement; RDG Planning & Design, Inc. for
Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement - Iowa Amphitheater at Schmitt Island;
Top Grade Excavating, Inc for Garfield and Fengler Storm Sewer Repair; Top Grade
Excavating, Inc. for North English Road Water Main Extension Change Order No. 2R; Vrban
Fire Protection for Annual Testing of Standpipe for Transportation Services.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File
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19. Public Improvement Contracts with Performance, Payment and Maintenance Bonds
Portzen Construction for the Fire Headquarters Bunkroom Remodel Project.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
20. Areas of Persistent Poverty RFP Jarrett Walker and Associates
City Manager recommending City Council approval to enter a contract with Jarrett
Walker and Associates for services related to managing the Areas of Persistent Poverty (AoPP)
Study, Master Plan Development, and Implementation Project and approval for the City
Manager to sign the contract with Jarrett Walker and Associates.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
21. Temporary Agreement between the City of Dubuque and ITC Midwest, LLC to Operate
an Electric Transmission System in the City of Dubuque
Senior Counsel recommending City Council adopt the attached resolution approving the
temporary Agreement authorizing ITC Midwest, LLC to operate an electric transmission
system in the City of Dubuque until the franchise agreement takes effect but no later than
December 31, 2027.
RESOLUTION Approving An Agreement Between The City Of Dubuque And ITC Midwest,
LLC To Operate An Electric Transmission System In The City Of Dubuque
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
ITEMS SET FOR PUBLIC HEARING
1. Resolution Setting a Public Hearing on a Proposed Assignment of Grant Agreement
by and between the City of Dubuque, Iowa and Virtual Velocity, LLC to L'Apostolat,
LLC
City Manager recommending City Council adopt a Resolution setting a public hearing for
September 21, 2026, on a proposed Assignment of Grant Agreement by and between the City
of Dubuque, Iowa and Virtual Velocity, LLC to L'Apostolat, LLC.
RESOLUTION Fixing The Date For A Public Hearing Of The City Council Of The City Of
Dubuque, Iowa On An Assignment Of The Grant Agreement By And Between The City Of
Dubuque And Virtual Velocity, LLC To L'Apostolat, LLC Suggested Disposition: Receive
and File; Adopt Resolution(s), Set Public Hearing for September 21, 2026
2. Lease Agreement by and between the City of Dubuque and Flint Hills Resource
Pine Bend, LLC
City Manager recommending City Council adopt the resolution setting the public hearing for
September 21, 2026, for a new Lease Agreement with Flint Hills Resource Pine Bend, LLC
(Flint Hills) for property at Dove Harbor to commence April 1, 2027, for a term of ten years with
an automatic ten-year renewal.
RESOLUTION Fixing The Date For A Public Hearing Of The City Council Of The City Of
Dubuque, Iowa On A Lease Agreement By And Between The City Of Dubuque, Iowa And Flint
Hills Resources Pine Bend, LLC, And Providing For The Publication Of Notice Thereof
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s), Set Public
Hearing for September 21, 2026
3. Setting a Public Hearing to Dispose of City Owned Property on Valeria Street in
Dubuque, Iowa
City Manager recommending City Council adopt a resolution setting a public hearing to be held
on September 21, 2026, for the disposal of the properties legally described as Lot 16A of
Schaffner's Subdivision and Lot 6A of Brewery Addition, all in the City of Dubuque, Iowa, to
Eric McFadden pursuant to the attached purchase agreement.
RESOLUTION Of Intent To Dispose Of An Interest In City Of Dubuque Real Estate Located
On Valeria Street, Legally Described As Lot 16a Of Schaffner's Subdivision And Lot 6A Of
Brewery Addition, All In The City Of Dubuque, Iowa, Pursuant To An Agreement Between The
City Of Dubuque And Eric McFadden Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt
Resolution(s), Set Public Hearing for September 21, 2026
4. Assignment of Loan Agreement and Assumption of Mortgage Agreement by and
between Interstate Building, L.L.L.P. and Miller Companies, LLC
City Manager recommending City Council adopt a resolution setting the public hearing for
September 21, 2026, for the Assignment of Loan Agreement and Assumption of Mortgage
Agreement by and between Interstate Building, L.L.L.P and Miller Companies, LLC for the
property locally known as 131 West 10th Street.
RESOLUTION Fixing The Date For A Public Hearing Of The City Council Of The City Of
Dubuque, Iowa On An Assignment Of Loan Agreement And Assumption Of Mortgage
Agreement Of The Downtown Rehabilitation Loan Agreement By And Between The City Of
Dubuque, Iowa And Interstate Building, L.L.L.P. To Miller Companies, LLC For Property At
131 W 10th Street
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s), Set Public Hearing for
September 21, 2026
5. Setting a Public Hearing for the Issuance of Not to Exceed $2,060,000 Water Revenue
Capital Loan Notes (State Revolving Loan Fund Program) Private Lead Service Line
Replacement Pilot Program — Phase II
City Manager recommending that a public hearing be set for September 21, 2026, on the
issuance of a not to exceed $2,060,000 Water Revenue Capital Loan Notes, State Revolving
Loan Fund Program, the proceeds of which will be used to fund the Private Lead Service Line
Replacement Pilot Program — Phase II. RESOLUTION To fix a date for a public hearing on
proposal to enter into a Water Revenue Loan and Disbursement Agreement and to borrow
money thereunder in a principal amount not to exceed $2,060,000
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s), Set Public Hearing for
September 21, 2026
6. Resolution of Necessity for the proposed Amended and Restated Urban Renewal
Plan for the Peru Road Urban Renewal Area, Version 2026.1
City Manager recommending City Council adopt a Resolution of Necessity that: 1) finds that a
proposed Amended and Restated Peru Road Urban Renewal Plan ("Plan") for the Peru Road
Urban Renewal Area ("District") is both necessary and appropriate; and 2) sets a public
hearing on the proposed Plan for October 5th, 2026.
RESOLUTION Of Necessity Finding That Updates To The Peru Road Urban Renewal Plan Are
Necessary And That Certain Areas In The Peru Road Urban Renewal Area Should Be
Removed From The Area, And Setting Dates Of Hearing And Consultation On A Proposed
Amended And Restated Urban Renewal Plan For Said Area
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s), Set Public Hearing for
October 5, 2026
7. Resolution of Necessity for the proposed Urban Renewal Plan for the North Jackson
Urban Renewal Area
City Manager recommending City Council adopt a Resolution of Necessity that: 1) finds that the
proposed North Jackson Urban Renewal Area ("Area") is a mixed blighted and economic
development area as defined in Iowa Code Chapter 403, Urban Renewal, and that the Area is
appropriate for an urban renewal project; 2) directs the City Manager to prepare a proposed
Urban Renewal Plan for the Area; and 3) sets a public hearing on the proposed Plan for
October 5, 2026.
RESOLUTION Of Necessity Finding That Certain Property Near 32nd And Jackson Streets Is
An Urban Renewal Area, Meets The Definition Of A Mixed Blighted And Economic
Development Area Under Urban Renewal Law, And That Development Of Said Area Is
Necessary In The Interest Of The Residents Of The City Of Dubuque, Iowa, Authorizing And
Directing The City Manager To Prepare An Urban Renewal Plan For The North Jackson Urban
Renewal Area, And Setting Dates Of Hearing And Consultation On A Proposed Urban
Renewal Plan For Said Area Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt
Resolution(s), Set Public Hearing for October 5, 2026
8. Resolution of Necessity for the Proposed Amended and Restated Urban Renewal
Plan for the Switch Homes Housing Urban Renewal Area, Version 2026.1
City Manager recommending City Council adopt the Resolution of Necessity that:
1) finds that an Amended and Restated Urban Renewal Plan for the Switch Homes Housing
Urban Renewal Area is both necessary and appropriate; and 2) sets a public hearing on the
proposed plan for October 5, 2026
RESOLUTION Of Necessity Finding That Certain Areas To Be Included Within The Switch
Homes Housing Urban Renewal Area Meet The Definition Of An Economic Development Area
Under Urban Renewal Law, And That Development Of Said Areas Are Necessary In The
Interest Of The Residents Of The City Of Dubuque, Iowa, And Setting Dates Of Hearing And
Consultation On A Proposed Amended And Restated Urban Renewal Plan For Said Area
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s), Set Public Hearing for
October 5, 2026
9. Resolution of Necessity for the Amendment of the Dubuque Industrial Center Economic
Development District Urban Renewal Plan, Version 2026.2
City Manager recommending City Council approve a Resolution of Necessity that finds that: 1)
an Amended and Restated Urban Renewal Plan for the Dubuque Industrial Center Economic
Development District ("District") is both necessary and appropriate; and 2) sets a public
hearing on the proposed amendment for October 5, 2026.
RESOLUTION Authorizing And Directing The City Manager To Prepare An Amended And
Restated Urban Renewal Plan Version 2026.2 For The Dubuque Industrial Center Economic
Development District, Setting A Date For The Public Hearing, And Directing The Consultation
Process On The Proposed Amended And Restated Urban Renewal Plan Version 2026.2 For
Said District
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s), Set Public Hearing for
October 5, 2026
10. Resolution of Necessity for the Amendment of the Dubuque Industrial Center Economic
Development District Urban Renewal Plan, Version 2026.3
City Manager recommending City Council approve a Resolution of Necessity that finds that: 1)
an Amended and Restated Urban Renewal Plan for the Dubuque Industrial Center Economic
Development District ("District") is both necessary and appropriate; and 2) sets a public
hearing on the proposed amendment for October 5, 2026.
RESOLUTION Authorizing And Directing The City Manager To Prepare An Amended And
Restated Urban Renewal Plan Version 2026.3 For The Dubuque Industrial Center Economic
Development District, Setting A Date For The Public Hearing, And Directing The Consultation
Process On The Proposed Amended And Restated Urban Renewal Plan Version 2026.3 For
Said District
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s), Set Public Hearing for
October 5, 2026
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BOARDS/COMMISSIONS
Boards and Commission Appointments
Appointments to the following commissions to be made at this meeting.
Airport Commission
Two, 4-Year terms through September 14, 2030 (Expiring terms of Phillips and
Applicants:
Michael Finnin, 1129 Hunters Ridge Michael
Phillips, 955 Washington St. Molly Grover, 2245
Green St.
Matthew Mohr, 560 Sunset Ridge
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Housing Commission
One, 3-Year term through August 17, 2029 (Expiring term of Eudaley)
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Amy Eudaley, 950 Wood St.
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PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. Consenting to the Renewal of the Operating Line of Credit between the Dubuque
Racing Association LTD. and Nicolet National Bank
Proof of publication on notice of public hearing to consider City Council adopt a resolution
consenting to the renewal of the operating line of credit between the Dubuque Racing
Association, Ltd. and Nicolet National Bank, and City Attorney recommending approval.
RESOLUTION Consenting To The Renewal Of The Operating Line Of Credit Between The
Dubuque Racing Association Ltd. And Nicolet National Bank Suggested Disposition: Receive
and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
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2. Grant of Embankment Easement to Holy Family Catholic Schools Dubuque, Iowa
Proof of publication on notice of public hearing to consider City Council adopt a resolution
approving the Grant of Embankment Easement to Holy Family Catholic Schools, Dubuque,
Iowa, and for the disposal of City interest for the proposed earthen sports field embankment
encroachment on City property, and City Manager recommending approval.
RESOLUTION Disposing Of City Interest By Grant Of An Embankment Easement To Holy
Family Catholic Schools, Dubuque, Iowa, Part Of Lot 1 Of Mineral Lot 383 All In The City Of
Dubuque, Iowa
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1. Hyperscale Data Center Moratorium
City Attorney requesting City Council adoption of the Hyperscale Data Center Moratorium
Ordinance.
ORDINANCE Amending City Of Dubuque Code Of Ordinances Title 4 Business And License
Regulations And Adopting A New Chapter 10 Temporary Regulation Of Hyperscale Data
Centers
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Motion B; Motion A
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2. Proposed Revised Housing Incentive Programs
City Manager recommending City Council approve the proposed revisions to the City's
housing creation incentive program, with an effective date of January 1, 2027.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
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3. Update to Unmeasured Flow Reducer Requirements and Related Ordinances City
Manager recommending City Council approval of the update to Ordinance 13- 1 B-3, 13-13-8,
and 13-1 B-9 to remove the language regarding Unmeasured Flow Reducers (UFRs) and
clean up other language.
ORDINANCE Amending City Of Dubuque Code Of Ordinances Title 13 Public Utilities, Chapter
1 Article B. Water Meters
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Motion B; Motion A
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4. Request for Ordinance Modification- City Code 4-6A Pawnbrokers and
Secondhand Dealers: Junk and Auto Salvage Dealers, Article A. Pawnbrokers
and Secondhand Dealers
City Manager recommending City Council adopt an amendment to the City of Dubuque Code of
Ordinances Section 4-6A, which adds the definition of a "Claimant" and aligns the process of
recovering misappropriated property with Iowa Code.
ORDINANCE Amending City Of Dubuque Code Of Ordinances Title 4 Business And License
Regulations, Chapter 6 Pawnbrokers And Secondhand Dealers; Junk And Auto Salvage
Dealers, Article A. Pawnbrokers And Secondhand Dealers Suggested Disposition: Receive
and File; Motion B; Motion A
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5. Certified Local Government Grant Application
City Manager recommending City Council approval to submit the proposal for a Certified Local
Government (CLG) grant from the State Historic Preservation Office under the Iowa Economic
Development Authority and authorize the Mayor to sign
the proposal on behalf of the City of Dubuque.
RESOLUTION Authorizing The City Of Dubuque To Apply For A Certified Local Government
(CLG) Grant To The State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) Under The Iowa Economic
Development Authority (IEDA), And Granting Permission As Property Owner To Apply For The
CLG Grant
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6. Work Session Request — Inaugural Strategic Budgeting Leadership Academy Recap
City Manager recommending the City Council schedule a work session on October 5, 2026, at
5:30 p.m. for a presentation on the inaugural Strategic Budgeting Leadership Academy
conducted with City departments as part of the FY2028 budget process.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Council
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7. Work Session Request - Four Mounds Update
City Manager recommending City Council schedule a work session for October 5, 2026, at 6:00
p.m. for an update on Four Mounds.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Council
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8. 2026 Asphalt Overlay Program Video
Communications Office staff will show a video they produced on the Public Works
Department's 2026 Asphalt Overlay Program to improve 10 miles of Dubuque streets this
year. The video can also be viewed on the City's YouTube channel at
https://youtu.be/PHSO 8KniBQ?si=WDX7kyK6gzriJvau
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Video
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9. Levi St. & Sullivan St. Storm Sewer Extension Project Video Communications Office
staff will show a video they produced on the Engineering Department's Levi St. and Sullivan
St. Storm Sewer Extension project. The video can also be viewed on the City's YouTube
channel at https://youtu.be/t7zxZvUW- qk?si=g9TcvBydeWx2bJBS
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Video
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10. Delivering Dubuque: Public Engagement Video
City staff will show the latest episode of the "Delivering Dubuque" video series, where Mayor
Brad Cavanagh explores the many opportunities residents have to participate, ask questions,
share ideas, and help inform decisions. The video can also be viewed on the City's YouTube
channel at https://voutu.be/P8b5ahgE IA Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Video
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COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS
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Purchase or Sale of Real Estate — Chapter 21.5(1)0) Code of Iowa
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Mayor Cavanagh stated for the record that the attorney who will consult with City Council on the
-,sues to be discussed in the closed session is City Attorney Brumwell. I
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