November 6, 2000 City Council Agenda PacketMONDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2000
5:00 p.m. - DINNER - LIBRARY ROTUNDA
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AGENDA
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
6:30 P.M.
INVOCATION
Reverend Matthew Harris, Pastor of The Bridge Christian Church
PROCLAMATIONS
Youth Appreciation Month (November, 2000)
CONSENT ITEMS (SEE PAGES 6-1 1)
The consent items are considered to be routine and non-controversial and all consent
items witl be normally voted upon in a single motion without any separate discussion on a
particular item. If you would like to discuss one of the Consent Items, please go to the
microphone and be recognized by the Mayor and state the item you would like removed
from the Consent Agenda for separate discussion and consideration.
BOARDS/COMMISSIONS
Appointment to the following Commission:
Historic Preservation Commission (Old Main District): Audrey Henson
SUSPEND THE RULES
PUBLIC HEARINGS
2_000 Sidewalk Assessment Project - Center Grove/Cedar Cross/Embassy West Dr.
(Public Hearing tabled from meeting of October 2, 2000)
City Manager providing additional information on the ;2000 Sidewalk Assessment
Project and requesting Council direction.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Council Direction
Voluntary Annexation - Riprow Valley Project
Proof of publication on notice of public hearing to consider rezoning property
located east of Jutien Dubuque Drive and City Manager recommending approval of
a voluntary annexation request for the Riprow Valley Project.
ORDINANCE Amending Appendix A (the Zoning Ordinance) of the City of Dubuque
Code of Ordinances by reclassifying hereinafter described property located east of
Julien Dubuque Drive from County A-1 Agricultural District to R-1 Single Family
Residential Zoning District concurrent with annexation
RESOLUTION Annexing certain territory
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Motion B; Motion A; Adopt Resolution
Ingress/Egress Easement for Klauer Manufacturing Company
Proof of publication on notice of public hearing to consider the disposition of real
property to Klauer Manufacturing Company and City Manager recommending
approval of an ingress/egress easement.
RESOLUTION Disposing of interest in real property by granting an ingress/egress
easement to Klauer Manufacturing Company adjacent to the North End
Neighborhood Bike/Hike Trail from 22nd Street to 32nd Street in the City of
Dubuque, Iowa
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution
Tschiggfrie Commercial - Vacating of Utility Easements
Proof of publication on notice of public hearing to consider the vacating of utility
easements on Lots 4 and 5 of Block 2 of Tschiggfrie Commercial and City Manager
recommending approval.
RESOLUTION Disposing of interest and vacate utility easements over Lots z~ and 5
of Block 2 of Tschiggfrie Commercial in the City of Dubuque, Dubuque County,
Iowa
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution
Salina Street Reconstruction
Proofs of publication on notice of hearing on plans and specifications and notice to
bidders on the receipt of bids for the Salina Street Reconstruction Project and City
Manager recommending award of the project to Portzen Construction in the amount
of $458,069.80.
RESOLUTION Adopting plans and specifications for the project
RESOLUTION Awarding contract to Portzen Construction
RESOLUTION With respect to the adoption of the Resolution of Necessity proposed
for the Salina Street Reconstruction Project.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolutions
Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition System - Water Department
Proofs of publication on notice of hearing on plans and specifications and notice to
bidders on the receipt of bids for the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition
System Project and City Manager recommending award of the contract to Miller
Electric Supply, Inc. In the amount of $232,999.
RESOLUTION Adopting plans and specifications for project
RESOLUTION Awarding contract to Miller Electric Supply, Inc.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolutions
Eagle Point Water Plant - Chlorine Feed Room Expansion Project
Proofs of publication on notice of hearing on plans and specs and notice to bidders
on the receipt of bids for the Eagle Point Water Plant Chlorine Feed Room
Expansion Project and City Manager recommending award of the contract to
Portzen Construction in the amount of $115,649.
RESOLUTION Adopting plans and specifications for project
RESOLUTION Awarding contract to Portzen Construction
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolutions
Pennsylvania Pump Station - Water Department
Proofs of publication on notice of hearing on plans and specs and notice to bidders
on the receipt of bids for the Pennsylvania Pump Station Project and City Manager
recommending award of the contract to Portzen Construction for $326,111.
RESOLUTION Adopting plans and specifications for project
RESOLUTION Awarding contract to Portzen Construction
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolutions
REINSTATE THE RULE LIMITING DISCUSSION TO COUNCIL
ACTION ITEMS
623 - 627 Arlington - Appeal of Historic Preservation Commission Decision
Historic Preservation Commission submitting information regarding the appeat of
the Commission's decision for property located at 623-627 Arlington.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Council Direction
Oak Meadows II - Water Main Connection Fee
City Manager submitting response to Jim Stock's request regarding a $1,2_98
connection fee on his Oak Meadows II project.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Council Direction
Barge Fleeting
City Manager submitting information on barge fleeting and requesting City Councit
direction.
Walter Hartman, Dubuque County Conservation Society, in opposition to the
proposal to relocate barge fleeting to the southeast portion of Schmitt/City Island,
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Council Direction
Comprehensive Plan Update
Long Range Planning Commission providing a progress report on the 2.000 update
of the Comprehensive Plan and the joint City/County planning process for fringe
area growth and development.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File
Downtown Comprehensive Plan Process
City Manager transmitting the recommendations of the Long Range Planning
Advisory Commission regarding the Downtown Comprehensive Plan process.
Communication from the Board of Directors of the Dubuque Area Chamber of
Commerce regarding the Downtown Comprehensive Planning.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File
Burbach Charitable Contribution
City Manager recommending that the City accept the offer of Carl J. and Mary Ann
Burbach to donate Lot 22 of Sunset Park Eighth Addition for park purposes.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
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No Parking Zone - Hawthorne Street
City Manager recommending that the "No Parking" zone in front of the Eagle Point
Water Plant be modified.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Council Direction
Amendment to the Ice Harbor Urban Renewal District
City Manager recommending approval of an amended Tax Increment Financing
District for the ice Harbor Urban Renewal District.
ORDINANCE Amending Ordinance No. 66-89, and providing that general property
taxes levied and collected each year on all property located within the Ice Harbor
Urban Renewal District, as amended, of the City of Dubuque, County of Dubuque,
State of Iowa, by and for the benefit of the State of iowa, City of Dubuque, County
of Dubuque, Dubuque Community School District, and other taxing districts, be
paid to a special fund for payment of principal and interest on loans, monies
advanced to and indebtedness, including bonds issued or to be issued, incurred by
said City in connection with the Amended and Restated Urban Renewal Plan for the
Ice Harbor Urban Renewal District
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Motion B; Motion A
Owner-Occupied Affordable Housing Committee
City Manager submitting proposed process and participants for the Owner-Occupied
Affordable Housing Committee.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Concur
Legislative Positions for 2001 Legislative Session
City Manager submitting the City's Jegislative positions for the 2001 Legislative
Session.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS
ITEMS TO BE SET FOR PUBLIC HEARING
Fischer Cold Storage Warehouse Asbestos Abatement Project
City Manager submitting documents providing for the Fischer Cold Storage
Warehouse Asbestos Abatement Project and setting a public hearing for November
20, 2000.
RESOLUTION Preliminary approval of plans and specs for project
RESOLUTION Fixing date of hearing on plans and specs for November 20, 2000
RESOLUTION Ordering bids and directing Clerk to advertise
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolutions; Public Hearing 11/20/00
Crescent Ridge - Request to Vacate
City Manager recommending that a public hearing be set for November 20, 2000 to
consider disposing of real property.
David Clemens, representing Larry and Sharon McDermott, requesting that a portion
of Crescent Ridge Road be vacated.
RESOLUTION Approving plat of survey of proposed vacated portion of Crescent Ridge
Road right-of-way
ORDINANCE Vacating a portion of Crescent Ridge Road right-of-way
RESOLUTION of Intent to dispose of City interest in Lot F of Mineral Lots 232 and
291, in the City of Dubuque, Iowa
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolutions; Public Hearing 11/20/00;
Motion B; Motion A
CONSENT ITEMS
Minutes Submitted
Airport Commission of 10/23; Civil Service Commission of 10/3 and 10/19;
Downtown Planning Committee of 9/11; Environmental Stewardship Advisory
Commission of 10/3; Five Flags Commission of 10/16; Historic Preservation
Commission of 10/19; Housing Code Appeals Board of 8/15; Housing Commission of
10/10; Human Rights Commission of 10/11; Park and Recreation Commission of
10/1 O; Transit Board of 9/14
Proof of Publication of Council Proceedings for 10/2 and 10/4; Substance Abuse
Services Center Quarterly Report; Quarterly Investment Report; Carnegie Stout Library
Fiscal Year 2000 Annual Report
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File
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Printed Council Proceedings for September, 2000
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve as Printed
Notice of Claims/Suits
Shirley Elliott in estimated amount of $227.00 for personal injuries; Marlin Jorgensen
in estimated amount of $20.00 for property damage; Linda Lucey in estimated amount
of $255.88 for vehicle damage; Phil Meyer in undetermined amount for property
damage; Dorothea Tschiggfrie in estimated amount of $977.72 for property damage
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Refer to Legal Dept for Investigation
Corporation Counsel advising the following claims have been referred to Public Entity
Risk Services of Iowa, the agent for the Iowa Communities Assurance Pool: Hillcrest
Association for property damage; Betty Loeffelholz for property damage; Mark Puccio
for reimbursement of medical expenses; Terryl Stewart for vehicle damage; Angela
Woolf for vehicle damage
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Concur
Corporation Counsel recommending settlement of the vehicle damage claim of Linda
Lucey in the amount of $255.88 and the property damage claim of Marlin Jorgensen in
the amount of $20.00 and that the Finance Director be directed to issue payment.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve Settlements
Citizen Communications
A. Howard W. Klauer and John P. Klauer expressing their appreciation to Gil
Spence, Leisure Services Manager, for the removal of dead trees along the right-
of-way of Dexter Street.
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Mr. and Mrs. Myron Cole regarding parking problems in the alley between
Nevada Street and Alpine Street.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Refer to City Manager
Five Flags Center Arena Seat Replacement Project
City Manager recommending acceptance of the Five Flags Center Arena Seat
Replacement Project.
RESOLUTION Accepting Improvement for project
RESOLUTION Approving final estimate in amount of $166,155
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolutions
Section 8 Housing Vouchers
City Manager recommending approval of an application to the US Department of
Housing and Urban Development for additional Section 8 Program housing vouchers.
RESOLUTION Authorizing the Mayor to execute an application to the US Department
of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for additional Section 8 Program Housing
Vouchers; and to execute a standard Amended Annual Contributions Contract for the
additional funds
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution
Application for Local Housing Assistance Program (LHAP) Funds
City Manager recommending approval of an application to the Iowa Department of
Economic Development for Local Housing Assistance Program funds for a pilot
program promoting Iow-income homeownership.
RESOLUTION Authorizing an application to the Iowa Department of Economic
Development for Local Housing Assistance Program Funds
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution
Acceptance of Deeds from Plastic Center, Inc.
Corporation Counsel recommending acceptance of the Warranty Deed and Correction
Warranty Deed from Plastic Center, Inc.
RESOLUTION Accepting the deeds to certain real estate in Dubuque County, Iowa
from Plastic Center, Inc.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution
Hazard Mitigation Planning Grant Contracts
City Manager recommending approval of two Hazard Mitigation Planning Grant
contracts with Iowa Emergency Management Division and East Central
Intergovernmental Association.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
Department of Housing and Urban Development
A. Communication advising that the City's application to the Lead-Based Paint
Hazard Control Grant Program was not approved.
B. Communication advising that no objections to the City's Fiscal Year 2000
Community Development Block Grant Program had been received.
C. Communication advising that their review of the City's Community Development
Block Grant Program for 1999 was satisfactory.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File
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Iowa Department of Natural Resources
The Iowa Department of Natural Resources submitting the Industrial Pretreatment
Compliance Inspection report for the Water Pollution Control Plant.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File
Notice of Expiration of Right of Redemption
County Treasurer advising of the Notice of Expiration of Right of Redemption for
property described as Lot 1 of Lot 1 of the Subdivision of Mineral Lot 251A and part
of Mineral Lot 250; and Lot 1 of Lot 1 of Mineral Lot 501 in the City of Dubuque.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File
Dubuque Area Labor-Management Council
Dubuque Area Labor-Management Council requesting a letter of support for their grant
application from the U.S. Department of Labor to conduct a Workforce Development
Community Audit in the Dubuque area.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve Letter of Support
Supplement #47 - Code of Ordinances
City Manager recommending adoption of Supplement #a,7 to the Code of Ordinances
of the City of Dubuque.
RESOLUTION Adopting Supplement #47 to the Code of Ordinances
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution
Disposition of Buettell Brothers Building at 821-845 Central Avenue
Historic Preservation Commission requesting that the City Council work with the
Dubuque County Board of Supervisors to preserve the Buettell Brothers Building at
821-845 Central Avenue if the Law Enforcement Center is expanded tO this area.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File
Iowa League of Cities
Communication from the Iowa League of Cities requesting that the City Manager serve
on the League Policy Committee.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
Water Service - Lock and Dam No. 11
City Manager recommending approval of a Contract Agreement with the Army Corp of
Engineers to provide water service to Lock and Dam No. 11.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve Agreement
17. Enrich Iowa Grant
Tom Moran, Library Director. advising that the Library has once again qualified for an
Enrich Iowa Grant and requesting that this additional revenue amount be included in
the next budget amendment.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File
18. Vacation/Purchase of Allison Place
City Manager advising that Finley Hospital has exercised their option to purchase
Allison Place and that process is now complete.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File
19. Civil Service Commission
Civil Service Commission certifying the eligibility list for Parking Meter Checker,
Laborer, and Lead Mechanic.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Make a Matter of Record
20. Diamond Jo/Bird Sign - Appeal of the Fourth Street Peninsula Permit Moratorium
City Manager recommending approval of the issuance of sign permits for the Diamond
Jo on the Fourth Street Peninsula.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
21. Dubuque County Historical Society - Appeal of the Fourth Street Peninsula Permit
Moratorium
City Manager recommending approval of the issuance of a sign permit for the
Mississippi River Discovery Center on the Fourth Street Peninsula.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
22. Issuance of $6,265,000 General Obligation Bonds
City Manager recommending the issuance of $6,265,000 General Obligation Bonds,
Series 2000C.
RESOLUTION Appointing Wells Fargo Bank Iowa, National Association of Des Moines,
Iowa, to Serve as Paying Agent, Bond Registrar, and Transfer Agent, Approving the
Paying Agent and Bond Registrar and Transfer Agent Agreement and Authorizing the
Execution of the Agreement
RESOLUTION Authorizing and Providing for the Issuance of $6,265,000 General
Obligation Bonds, Series 2000C, and Levying a Tax to Pay Said Bonds
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File Communication; Adopt Resolutions
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County Board of Health
Communication of Mayor Terrance M. Duggan to the County Board of Supervisors
expressing the City's desire to have representation on the County Board of Health.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File
319 Area Code
City Manager submitting information on the change of the City of Dubuque's area
code.
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Suggested Disposition: Receive and File
NLC Policy Informer
City Manager submitting the October edition of the Policy Informer from the National
League of Cities.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File
Business License Refunds
Beer and Liquor Combination License refund to the Old Shang and Class B Beer Permit
to Cedar Cross Amoco.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
Business Licenses
RESOLUTION Granting issuance of a permit to sell Cigarettes and Cigarette Papers to
Oky Doky #15 and Bunker Hill Snack Bar
RESOLUTION Granting issuance of Class "C" Beer Permit IOCO Speede Shoppe #93;
Bit 10 Mart; and Oky Doky #15
RESOLUTION Granting issuance of Class "C" Beer/Liquor Permit to The Tollbridge; Yen
Ching Restaurant; The Bridge Restaurant; and Aragon Tap
Suggested Disposition: Adopt Resolutions
PUBLIC INPUT
At this time, anyone in the Council Chambers may address the Council on matters which are
of concern to that person and which are not an agenda item. Please take your place at the
microphone and state your name and address clearJy. Proceed with your comments;
however, no formal or official action may be taken at this time on your comments because of
the notice requirements of the Iowa Open Meetings Law.
CLOSED SESSION
Property Acquisition (Iowa Code §21.5(1)(j)
Jeanne F. Schneider
November 2, 2000
WHEREAS, The Optimist international Organization has declared the e
month of November as" ,,,,h .,~ ..... ~-., ......... ntire
~_ .... Y,o. ....~'~l,~lJS=[.sdLIon IFIOn~ll in recognition of
[ne yourn who are upholding the dignity of youth; and
WHEREAS, The Morning Optimist Club, under the direction of Wayne Zumhof,
recognizes two youth groups, namely the St. Joseph the Worker
Church Youth Group and the Third Presbyterian Youth Group who
~lave their time and talent to repair four houses of the elderly or
handicapped in the City of Dubuque; and
WHEREAS, The Noon Optimist Club, under the direction of Cai Buss recognizes
and honors the youth involved with Juvenile Court Success Stories;
and
WHEREAS, The Evening Optimist Club, under the direction of Steve Scott
recognizes the crosswalk ~luards of the Dubuque Community School
District, who cheerfully aid their peers in safely traversing the City
streets on their way to and from their respective schools.
NOW THEREFORE, I, TERRANCE M. DUGGAN, MAYOR OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA, PROCLAIM THE MONTH OF NOVEMBER, 2000 AS:
TH APPRE IA TI N M NTH"
IN THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, AND URGE EVERYONE TO RECOGNIZE AND
APPRECIATE THESE INDIVIDUALS AND ALL YOUTH THAT WORK TOWARD
CREATING A BETTER COMMUNITY.
IN WITNESS THEREOF, I have hereunto set
m_y. hand and caused the Great Seal of the
CRy of Dubuque, IA to be affixed this 6th
day of November, 2000.
Terrance M. Duggan, MA YOR
Attest:
Jeanne F. Schneider, City Clerk
WHEREAS, The Optimist International Organization has declared
month of November as "Youth A,~ .... ;~_ ~ ....... the entire
~..,=,.~=&sv. ~v~on~17 In recognition of
the youth who are upholding t~ dignity of youth; and
WHEREAS, The Morning Optimist Club, under the direction of Wayne Zumhof,
recognizes two youth groups, namely the St. Josephthe Worker
Church Youth Group and the Third Presbyterian Youth Group Wh°
~lave their time and talent to repair four houses of the elderly or
nandicapped in the City of Dubuque; and
WHEREAS, The Noon Optimist Club, under the direction of Ca/Buss recognizes
and honors the youth involved with Juvenile Court Success Stories;
and
WHEREAS, The Evening Optimist Club, under the direction of Steve Scott
recognizes the crosswalk.~uards of the Dubuque Community School
District, who cheerfully a~d their peers in safely traversing the City
streets on theft way to and from their respeCtive schools.
NOW THEREFORE, i, TERRANCE M. DUGGAN, MAYOR OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA, PROCLAIM THE MONTH OF NOVEMBER, 2000 AS:
"Y TH APPRE IA TI N M NTH
IN THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, AND URGE EVERYONE TO RECOGNIZE AND
APPRECIATE THESE INDIVIDUALS AND ALL YOUTH THAT WORK TOWARD
CREA TING A BETTER COMMUNITY.
IN WITNESS THEREOF, I have hereunto set
m~ hand and caused the Great Seal of the
CRy of Dubuque, IA to be affixed this 6th
day of November, 2000.
Terrance M. Duggan, MA YOR
Attest:
~eanne F. Schneider, City Clerk
VA CANCIES AND APPLICATIONS FOR CITY OF DUBUQUE
BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS
For Council Meeting of Monday, November 6, 2000
6:30 P.M. Public Libra~. Auditorium
APPOINTMENT TO THE FOLLOWING COMMISSION TO BE
. MADE A T THIS MEETING,
HiSTORIC~RES~E.~'VA'i'iON COMMISSION
(Old Main District)
1 Une~_~ired term which will expire 7-~-02 (Term of D. Greenfield)
~ VACANCY
Audrey Henson, 200 Main St., #80~
of Dubu( ue Boards and Commissions
Dm~j S~ings (At La,ge)
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
BOARD/COMMISSION APPLICATION FORM
Individuals serving on Boards and Commissions play an important role in advising the Council
on matters of interest to our community and its future.
The City Clerk's Office, City Hall, accepts amp ications for any Board and/or Commission at any time, and
that application stays active for one year from the date of receipt in the Clerk's Offic,,
At the appropriate regularly scheduled council meeting, applications will be submitted to the City Council
for their review and applicants are encouraged to address the Council stating their reasons for wanting to
serve on this part cular commission. Applicants will be advised when the application is being presented.
Appointment(s) will be made at a later meeting. Applicants will be notified as to the outcome of the
Council's action. If not appointed at that time, this application will continue to be resubmitted, as
needed, as long as the application is active (unless the applicant advises they are no longer interested).
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Specific attention should be directed to possible eonfhc~..of interest. For ~u~he~
arises, contact the appropriate Staff personnel or Legal ~taff.
Are you currently serving on e City ~oa~d or Commission:~O
If questions, contact the City Clerk's Office, City Hall, 13th & Central, Dubuque, IA 52001
Phone: 589-4120; ALL NAMES WILL B~ DROPPED FROM THE LISTA~ER A ONE YEAR PERIOD.
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CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
MEMORANDUM
November 2, 2000
TO:
The Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
FROM: Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager
SUBJECT:
2000 Sidewalk Assessment - Center Grove/Cedar Cross Road/Embassy West
Drive
In 1997 a petition was received from 32 property owners in the Cedar Lake Subdivision
reqll~n~ that Ih~ City install sidewalks on Cedar Cross Road and on Center Grove Drive.
City st~ffprepared plato an~ preliminary assessments for discussion at a public heating on
October 2, 2000. At the hearing, the City Council directed staff to work with the property
owners on a plan which would install sidewalks on the west side of Cedar Cross and the south
side of Center Grove Drive. The cost of the sidewalks would be split between property owners
on both sides of the street.
The neighborhood has reached no consensus on how this project should be implemented.
The total cost for the original plan for installing sidewalks on both sides of each street was
estimated at $305,304.10. The revised plan for sidewalks only on the west side of Cedar Cross
Road and the south side of Center Grove Drive is estimated at $89,294.03.
As advised by Corporation Counsel Barry Lindahl, the City can assess property owners on both
sides of the street for a sidewalk on one side of the street and the abutting property owner is
responsible for maintenane.~ of the sidewalk.
M{chael C. Van Milligen
MCVM/jh
Attachment
cc: Barry Lindahl, Corporation Counsel
Tim Moermau, Assistant City Maturer
Mike Koch, Public Works Director
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
MEMORANDUM
TO:
FROM:
SUBJECT:
October 31, 2000
Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager
Michael A. Koch, Public Works Director
2000 Sidewalk Assessment - Center Grove/Cedar Cross Road/Embassy
West Drive
INTRODUCTION
In 1997 a petition was received from 32 property owners in the Cedar Lake
Subdivision requesting that the City install sidewalks on Cedar Cross Road and~on
Center Grove Drive~
In response to a City Council directive, City staff prepared plans and preliminary
assessments for discussion at a public hearing on October 2, 2000. At the hearing,
the City Council directed staff to work with the property owners on a plan which
would install sidewalks on the west side of Cedar Cross and the south side of Center
Grove Drive. The cost of the sidewalks would be split between property owners on
both sides of the street.
DISCUSSION
In order to test the potential of the neighborhood reaching a consensus on this
proposal, a public information meeting was held on October 17, 2000 by City staff.
Approximately eight people attended this meeting, at which time the proposed
compromise plan was laid out, together with preliminary cost figures.
Unfortunately there was no consensus whatsoever among the people attending the
meeting. One common theme, however, coming from the attendees was that the
people of Cedar Lake Development who initiated the petition should also be assessed
a share of the cost.
The total cost for the original plan for installing sidewalks on both sides of each street
was estimated at $305,304.10. The revised plan for sidewalks only on the west side
of Cedar Cross Road and the south side of Center Grove Drive is estimated to be
$89,294.03. The major difference in cost is the result of elimination of the two
retaining walls on the north side of Center Grove Drive, less footage of guardrail
relocation approaching the Cedar Cross Road Bridge, and excluding the Hamel sidewalk
and the Hansel property which will be dropped from the special assessment project
and constructed as a part of their developments.
City staff has also made some changes in front footages to be assessed which came
as an outgrowth of discussions during the neighborhood meeting on October 17,
2000. It was agreed that the footage to be assessed for at least three of the
properties should be revisited. These areas include:
1. Molo property under the Cedar Cross Bridge. (New frontage 61.9 feet.)
Thomas Zalaznik property located on the west side of Cedar Cross between the
bridge and Crescent Ridge. Because of the topography, this is not a buildable
lot. (This property was also not assessed.for the recent paving of Crescent
RidgeJ
Edward- Zalaznik prope~o/abutting C~Cross~ Road: partially under-the~
and the balance on an extremely high fill extending to Center Grove Drive.
Based upon construction of sidewalks on one-side'of the street and the origina~lot~
frontage distribution; with the exception of the, above three properties, estim~
assessments in the "Revised Cost" column, shown below, could be expected as
compared to the original proposed assessments:
Center Grove Original Preliminary Revised
Drive Assessment Cost
Weber Investments, LC
Van Gorden, Richard Bruce
Pfab, Gary
CC&P Railroad
Triple J. LandCo., LC
Edward Zalaznik Trust
GMRI, Inc, #1516
Wolff, Roberta
Gruber, Peggy Sue
Charles Burkhart & Schwendinger,
Karen
Hamm, Lonnie~
Van Duyn, John
$ 13,590,~.~.
591.79
11,989.38
4,402.90
2,718.62
18,419~-70
10,459.90
25,980.83
3,615.48
3,296.26
2,639.67
41,623.47
6,935.26
349.17
5,257.04
2,205.29
1,525.51
5,880.77
3,805.41
5,906.50
1,782.61
1,102.64
1,230.92
12,429.56
Total
$139,328..~-
$48,410.68
Cedar Cross Road Original Preliminary Revised
Assessment Cost
Zalaznik, Thomas
Hamel Parking Lot
Hamel Trust
Hughes Court Investment Co.
Burton, Steve
Burton, Steve
Hansel, Richard
Molo Oil Co.
Gieseman, James
Merfeld, Merlin
City (Molo)
City (Zalaznik, Thomas)
City (Zalaznik; Edward)'
Tots~~ ~
7,784.82 $ 0
9,502.86 0
5,622.93 0
6,451.13 1,429.81
2,997.48 776.81
3,205.53 830.73
24,349.71 0
6,935.04 494.44
11,747.66 3,044.46
13,769.61 3,218.11
0 1,302.80
0 2,017.47
O_ 1,485.72
$92,36~77 $14,600.35
Embassy West Drive
Original Preliminary
Assessment
Herrig, Ron and John
$9,246.73
BUDGET IMPACT
The estimates for the two options are as follows:
Ootion I
Construction Cost
Contingency
Engineering
$241,347.11
24,134.71
39.822.28
Ootion 2
$70,588.16
7,058.82
11.647.05
Total $305,304.10 $89,294.03
The project will be funded as follows:
City Share
Special* Assessments
93,492.90
211.811.20
Revised
Cost
8 9,246.73
Total
8305,304.10
834,004.53
55.289.50
889,294.03
RECOMMENDATION
There is some uncertainty as to the legality of installing sidewalks on one side of the
street and assessing both sides. This uncertainty could possibly be overcome by a
petition with the unanimous consent of the property owners being assessed. In
addition, there are questions regarding the removal of natural accumulations of snow
and ice and the relative maintenance responsibilities of property owners on either side
of the street.
If sidewalks are to be installed on only one side of the streets, the best combination
of walks would be on the west side of Cedar Cross Road and the south side of Center
Grove Drive. This plan maximizes the use of current or already planned and required
sidewalks.
It should also be noted that if the assessment program is approved, a revised
assessn-~q3t list will need to be prepared to include one property on Cedar Cross Road
which is not included in the above cost figures- and which should be added to the
project and~esseesed, It was left out of the preliminary assessment schedule because~
of a discrepancy in the legal description of the parcel. A letter explaining the situation
to the affected property owner is attached for further information.
ACTION TO BETAKEN
The City Council is requested to give further direction to City staff on how to proceed
with this project. If the project is to proceed with one side only, it will be necessary
to send out new assessment notices and hold a new or continued public hearing after
final plans and estimates have been redone.
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Prepared by Jane Smith, Engineering Division
2000 SIDEWALK PROJECT
CENTER GROVE/CEDAR CROSS/EMBASSY WEST DRIVE
PUBLIC INFORMATIONAL YIEETING
When:Thursday, September 21, 2000
Time:4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Location:Kennedy Mall, Community Room (adjacent to Food Court)
Notes: Smoking, alcoholic beverages and animals (excluding "Seeing Eye Dogs") are
prohibited from the Community Room.
On April 20, 1998, the City Council directed staff to prepare construction plans and an estimate
for the installation of public sidewalks on Cedar Cross Road and Center Grove. One
Pennsylvania Avenue property was also to be included in the project, at the comer of Embassy
West Drive. The project in part or in total, will be assessed again~ the abutting property owners.
The City is eondm;ii,~ an informational meeti.ng to acquaint the residents along the project with
the proposed improvements and project schedule. Representatives of the City staff will be
available to discuss the scope oftbe project, construction schedule, timing, special asaeaament
procedures, as well as to answer any other qne~tions relating to the project. Feel free to stop in
any time between the above hours for an informal discussion with City staff. This mecti~-
should offer mutual benefit in that it gives the City the opportunity to explain the design of the
project, and also allows the public to express their concerns regarding the project and proposed
assessments. Consideration will be given to all comments and suggestions.
This informational meeting is being held to offer the property owners along the project as much
information as possible in anticipation of the City Council's public hearing on the project,
scheduled for Monday, October 2, 2000.
The construction project will include:
Installation of approximately 5566 feet of 4' wide, 4" depth portland cement concrete
sidewalks with 3 inches of base stone.
Sodding or seeding will be installed abutting the disturbed areas for sidewalk installation.
Driveways will be reconstructed at same size with &depth concrete with stone base.
Curb ramps will be installed at all intersections.
Retaining walls will be placed at two locations on Center Grove. One abutting the
Dubuque Inn and the other abutting the Clock Tower West property. This cost will be
shared between the abutting property owner and the City.
Existing guardrails on the Cedar Cross Bridge will be replaced to meet current standards
and to allow installation of sidewalks. This work will be totally at City expense.
For Cedar Cross Road, from Crescent Ridge to 280' north of Nightengale Lane, the sidewalk is
proposed to be set back 4-' from the curb, and from Center Grove to Crescent Ridge tapering from
directly behind the curb to 4' hack of curb. Center Grove, from Cedar Cross to Wacker, north
side has the sidewalk proposed for hack of curb; south side - westerly half will be set back 4'
from back of curb and south side - easterly half will be set at back of curb. Embassy West will
be set back 4' from back of curb.
Project Estimamd Cost:
Construction $237,557.18
Contingency $ 23,755.71
Engineering $ -39.196.92
Toml $300,509.81
Funding:
City Share - Appropriation for Sidewalk
Repairs & Guardrail Imp. & Depreciations $ 93,492.90
Special Assessmems to Progew/Owners ~
. .To~al ~
Asscssll~llt
Finat ~will be calculated.after the completion of the project, zna after a
fmr. i co,st has beea developed. Special assessments are payable at the ~ of the
ac~ptanc~ of tbe work-by th~ City Councilor may be spread over a ten-yeer
payment schedule at a set interest rate. You will be receiving a letter from the
City explaining the payment options at the time of completion and acceptance of
the project in the summer of 2001. Payments spread over 10 years would be
collected in the same manner as your property tax assessments, with interest on
the unpaid balance.
Project Schedule:
Notice of Hearing on Plans
arid Specifications
Marl Notices to Property Owners
Notice to Property Owners
Informational Meeting
Public Hearing
Notice to Bidders
Receipt of Bids
Award of Contract
Completion
September 15, 2000
September 8, 2000
September 8 & 15, 2000
September 21, 2000
October 2, 2000
October 6, 2000
October 24, 2000
November 6, 2000
August 1, 2001
NOTICE: Any vimmlly-impaired or hearing-impaired person needing assistance to
participate in this meeting should contact the Engineering Division at telephone number 319-
5894270 or through thc TDD number 319-5894193 in the Human Rights Department at least
48 hours prior to meeting.
Engineerim g Division
~0 West 13th
Dubuque, Iowa
(319) 58942.70
(319) ~89-1149 FAX
September 26, 2000
Ms. Deb Dennison
Ace Muffler
210 Cedar Cross Road
Dubuque, IA 52003
RE: 2000 Sidewalk Project
Dear Ms. Dennison:
I must first apologize for the oversight of your property assessment in conjunction with the
2000 Sidewalk Project. Incomplete and incorrect legal property description led to an oversight;
and upon these items being brought to our attention, corrections have been made and w~be
taken to City Council for an amended schedule of assessments.
Enclosed is the information regarding the proposed 2000 Sidewalk Project which includes
assessment of installation of sidewalk on Center Grove from Wacker to Cedar Cross, Cedar
Cross from Center Grove to just north of Nightengale Lane and one property on Embassy West
Drive. A public informational meeting was held on Thursday, September 21, and covereOmost
of the information included in the attached sheet. However, since you were not previously
notified of this public informational meeting, I would be more than willing to meet with you
personally to go over any questions you may have. I have spoken with Mr. Larry Wolff who
I believe has also spoken with you regarding the petition in opposition to the project,
The City Council will hold a public meeting on October 2, 2000, in the Carnegie Stout Library
beginning at 6:30 p.m. Some written petitions have been received and will be considered at
the Council's public hearing. Citizens may also address the Council in person at this public
meeting if they so desire.
Again, I apologize for the oversight and hope you call me if I can be of any assistance for
clarification or provide any further information regarding the assessment, Council meeting, and
procedures. Since there are legal requirements for a notice to a property owner for special
assessments, your property will be included in the discussion at the public hearing only by
reference. Should the City Council approve the project and the schedule of assessments, a
separate public hearing will be needed for your property at a later date. ...~ -
~¢2~fle Smith
/,Engineering Assistant
cc: Michael A. Koch, Public Works Director
Attach.
~'k~ I',~ple [nt~rit.v t~esponsibi~ In.ovation Teamwork
Engineering Division
50 ',Vest 13th Street
Dubuque, Iowa 52~0t-4864
(319) 5894270
(319) ~89-4149
OWNER: DENNISON, DEB
5L~ILING ADDRESS: 210 CEDAR CROSS ROAD
CITY: DUBUQUE IA 52003
PROPERTY LOCATION: 210 CEDAR CROSS ROAD
SUBDIVISION: ACE MUFFLER PLACE
LOT DESCRIPTION: ACE ~K3FFLER pr.bCE
PA-RCEL 5: 10-27-353-015
VkLUATION W/IMPROVEMENT:
(VALUE PLUS PUBLIC IMPROVEblENTS)
GROSS ASSeSSMeNT:
DEFICIENCY ASSESSMENT:
TOTAL ASSESSMENT:
Deficiency is based upon no more than 25% of total valuation plus all
public improvements.
$273,158.20
$4,898.20
$0.00
$4,898.20
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
MEMORANDUM
November 2, 2000
TO: The Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
FROM: Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager
SUBJECT: Riprow Valley Project - Voluntary Annexation
Planning Services Manager Laura Carstens is recommending that the voluntary annexation
request fi.om the City for Riprow Valley property be approved, along with a rezoning to R-1
Single Family Residential.
I concur with the recommendation and respectfully request Mayor and City Council approval.
Michael C. Van Milligen
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Attachment
cc: Barry Lindabl, Corporation Counsel
Tim Moerman, Assistant City Manager
Laura Carstens, Planning Services Manager
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
MEMORANDUM
October 12, 2000
TO:
The Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
FROM: Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager
SUB:JECT: Riprow Valley Project - Voluntary Annexation
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Planning Services Manager Laura Carstens is recommending that a public hearing be set for
November 6, 2000 to consider a voluntary annexation request for the PJprow Valley Proje~
i concur with the recommendation and respectfully request Mayor and City Council approval.
Micl~ael C. Van M~lhgen
CC:
Barry Lihdahl, Corporation Counsel
Tim Moerman, Assistant City Manager
Laura Carstens, Planning Services Manager
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
MEHORANDUM
TO:
FROM:
SUBJECT:
Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager
Laura Carstens, Planning Services Manager ~
Riprow Valley Project - Voluntary Annexation
October 11, 2000
INTRODUCTION
The purpose of this memo is to transmit a voluntary annexalion request for the Riprow
Valley project, for review and approval by the City Council after a public hearing. A
resolution, exhibits and a staff repod: are attached for your consideration.
DISCUSSION
The Riprow Valley project is a multi-purpose recreational facility planned at the east end
of Julien Dubuque Drive. A portion of the project area lies outside the city limits, which-
follow the State line along the main channel of the Mississippi River except at this site.
To create more uniform boundaries for the project itself and for the city limits, the
annexation request includes the shoreline, railroad tracks and river channel that abut the
project area. The City owns one parcel along the shoreline, and the Chicago Central &
Pacific Railroad Company owns: the rest of the shoreline. State Code allows the City to
voluntarily annex the railroad property, provided that we give the railroad at least ten days
written notice of the City's pending action.
cTho~nPmr.~sPi°:2re~ne~nfl:~laenm~n i_.s.!~cl_.ucl~ed ,ha rezo.ning request. The Zoning Advisory
,-~,, o~,~,,uvm orme rezoning to R-1 Single Family Residential o;t
October 4, 2000. The City Council will consider the rezoning on October 16, 2000. If
approved, the rezoning would be contingent on annexation.
RECOMMENDATION
I recommend that the City Council set this voluntary annexation for a
November 6, 2000 I furth - ~ .... ., ,,. ........ . public head on
· e, ,~..~,--,~.u mai me ~lty ~ouncil approve the anne~tion
request, to create more uniform boundaries for the city limits and the Riprow Valley project.
Afl~chments
RESOLUTION NO.., -.00
RESOLU~ON ANNEX~IG CERTA~i ~y
~°wa, as shown on Exhibit A; and "" ~ '"'""~"'m u' u~ coqxx'a~ limits of the City of Dui:n. ique,
~---- -, '--.-.; ,~u~u~S; and
re Land Use HaP o~the Comprehensh~ Plan; and b~e C°n~ Plan and the
Whereas, the future growth and development of the efOu
NOW THEREFORE, BE TI' RESOLVED BY THE CTW COUNCIl. OF THE CITY OF DUBL~UE~ IOWA:
~ndude the ProperLy ",, ci~-~.-~" ~_?_~Io~, he, and they are
~;a_, __;i.~das~ a hereby ex~xled to
A~, nd ~ ~tawn in r:xhibfl: B.
Section3. ...l~-.theatyCSerkst~q. flleltdsresoluUon, all exhiblts and the _ ..
voluntary annexaUon with the ~ of Zowa *n accordance with State regulations, p~.ium for
Passed, a~ and adopmd this dayo~ ,2000.
Ten-,race M. Duggan, Mayor
EXHIBIT A
LEGAL DESCRZP'rZON OF ANNEXA'rZON PROPERTY
R.TPROW VALLEY RECREATZON AREA
Lot A of Government Lot 1, Section 6, Lot 4 of Fractional Government Lot I of
Section 6, Township 88 North, Range 3 East of the Fifth Principal Meridian in
Dubuque County, Iowa; and all that portion of the Mississippi River bed in the
Northeast Fractional Quarter of Section 6, and the northwest FracUonal Quarter
in Section 5 lying north of the southerly line of Lot I of the Subdivision of
Government Lots I and 2 in Section 5 extended easterly to the State line
between Iowa and ~llinoi% all in Township 88 North, Range 3 East of the Fn'th
Principal Meddian in Dubuque County, ]~owa, containing 17.579 acres, more or
less.
City of Dubuque
Planning Sen~ces Depar~nent
Dubuque IA 52001-4864
Phone: 319-589-4210
Fa~c 319-589-4221
Variance
Condrdona~ Use Perm~
APpeal
Special Exception
Limited Setback Waiver
PLANNING APPLICATION FORM
"Rezoning
c3 Planned District
[] Preliminary Plat
[] Minor Final Plat
[] Text Amendment
[] Simple Site Plan
[] Minor Site Plan
[] Major Site Plan
[] Major Final Plat
~ Simple Subdivision
a Annexation
~ Temporary Use Permit
[] Certiticate of Appropriateness
[] Certificate of Economic Hardship
r~ Other:
PLEASE TYPE OR PRINT L~'~m_Ly IN IK;~
Property Owner(s): Citv of Dubuaue
Address: 50 W. 13th St,
Fax Number. (319)589.42g1
APplicant/Agent: Plannino Senaces Deoartment
Address: Same
state:
Mobile/Cellular Number. _.
Phone: ~319158g-4210
State: _. Zip:.
Fax Number:.
Mobile/Cellular Number:.
Site ocation/address.~ r th n 'n D D '
Existing zoning: ^-1 Proposed zoning.' R-1 Historic ~..t: N/A Landmark:_ N/A
Legal descriptk)n (Sidwell Parcel ID number or lot number/block number/subdivision): ~
Total property (lot) area (square feet or acres): 0.14 acre~ Number of lots: _ 1
Describe proposal and reason necessary (attach a letter of e~planation, if needed): The C' has umhased this lot
eR' M I ' R · ' nn ' n fth' Iw'l uni~ ' th
CERTIFICATION: IN/e, the undersigned, do hereby cerlify that:
1. The informatinn submitted herein is tree and correct to the best of my/our knowledge and upon submittal
,-u, u~monal [squeed v/ra~,, and ....._,.~Jz__._ . . ,-~-....-,, onu
/~ --/' "T-£ '2 u,o~,~y/,a~.na~s are attached.
o.ta:..
APplicant/Agent:.
FOre
Fee: N/A Received b~.. Date:
c3 Property ownershiplist c] Site/sketch plan [] Floor plan [] Plat
~ Improvemant plane_ '-' Design review project deecriptfoo ~ Photo
Date:
Docket:
[] Conceptual development plan
[]
ANNEXATION STAFF REPORT Council A enda: November 6, 2000
Property Location: Mississippi Shoreline at end of Julien Dubuque Drive
Property Owner:. City of Dubuque
Legal Description: See Exhibit A.
Proposed Land Use: Recreational
Existing Land Use:
Adjacent Land Use:
Flood Plain:
Water:.
Storm Sewer:.
Unimproved shoreline
Railroad, river, industrial
Yes
No
No
Existing Zoning: County A-1
Adjacent Zoning: PI
Total Area: 17.579 acres
Existing StmetAccess: Yes
Sanitary Sewe~ No
Purpose: This parcel is the only part of the Riprow Valley Recreation Area that lies
outside the City limits. The Riprow Valley project is planned for the former Koch
Sulphur Plant site and former wastewater plant site.
Physical Characteristics: The parcel is unimproved shoreline between the railroad
tracks and the river. The city limits extend to the state line along the City's riverfront
until this point.
Conformance with Comprehensive Plan: This annexation is consistent with goals in
the Comprehensive Plan's Land Use and Urban Design element that support utilization
of the riverfront for recreational purposes.
Impact of Request on:
Utilities: None.
Traffic Patterns/Counts: None.
Public Services: None.
Environment: None.
Adjacent Properties: None.
CIP Investments: None.
ANNEXATION STAFF REPORT
Staff Analysis and Recommendation: The City purchased this lot as part of the
Riprow Valley Project. R-1 Single Family Residential zoning is requested for the
project area already in the City limits. R-1 rezoning concurrent with annexation of the
shoreline parcel will create uniformity with the rest of the project area. Staff
recommends annexation of the parcel, the adjacent railroad right-of-way and from the
state line down the main channel of the river to Julien Dubuque's monument. As shown
on Exhibit B, this annexation will create more uniform boundaries for the city limits.
Prepared by:'~-x~,.-O~~ Reviewed:
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CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
MEMORANDUM
November 2, 2000
TO:
FROM:
SUBJECT:
The Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager
Easement with Klauer Manufacturing Company
Planning Services Manager Laura Carstens is recommending approval of an access easemem
with Klauer Manufacturing across City-owned property adjacent to the North End Neighborhood
Trail.
I concur with the recommendation and respectfully request Mayor and City Council approval.
Michael C. Van Milligen
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cc: Barry Lindahl, Corporation Counsel
Tim Moerman, Assistant City Manager
Laura Carstens, Planning Services Manager
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
MEMORANDUM
October 12, 2000
TO:
The Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
FROM: Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager
SUBJECT: Easement with Klauer Manufacturing Company
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Planning Services Manager Laura Carstens is recommending that a public hearing be set for
November 6, 2000 to comider an easement for Klauer Manufacturing Company.
I concur with the recommendation and respectfully request Mayor and City Council approval.
Micl~ael C. Van Miliigen
CC:
Barry Lindahl, Corporation Counsel
Tim Moerman, Assistant City Manager
Laura Carstens, Planning Services Manager
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
MEMORANDUM
October 9, 2000
TO:
FROM:
SUB3ECT:
Michael C. Van Miligen, Cffy Manager
Laura Carstens, Planning Services Manager~
Easement with Klauer Manufacturing Company
This memo transmits for C'~y Council review and approval, an ingr~__./egress easement
with Klauer Manuf-dcturing company across City-owned property adjacent to the North
End Neighborhood Trail.
The City would be providing Klauer Manufacturing Company, 2600 Washington, with an
ingm~__/egm~__ easement that will provide them access to their loading dock ama. This
EtYnpe of easement has been granted along the trail for other busin ~__~,es. The
gineedng and Park Divisions have reviewed this pmpesal.
The location requested for the ingress/egress easement does not restrict the use of the
North End Neighborhood Trail. ! recommend that the City Council approve the ingress/
egress easement that we have negotiatad with K]auer Manufacturing Company. The
terms and conditions of this pmpesel are attached.
The C~.y Council is requested to approve the granting of the ingm~_/egress easement to
Klauer Manufacturing Company and to set a public hearing on the disposal of the City's
interest int he property through the adoption of the attached resolution.
LC/mkr
Mike Koch, Public Works Director
Gil Spence, Leisure Services Manager
Prepared by: Laura Carstens, City Plann~' Address: Cit'v Hall, 50 W. 13th Str¢~ Telephone:
RESOLUT'ZON NO. .-00
RESOLIJTZON OF INTENT TO DISPOSE OF INTEREST TN REAL PROPERTY BY
GRANTING AN INGRESS/EGRESS EASEMENT TO KLAUER MANUFACTURING
COMPANY AD3ACENT TO THE NORTH END NEIGHBORHOOD B1'KE/HIKE
TRAIL FROt4 22ND STREET TO 32ND STREET IN THE CTTY OF DUBU(~UE~
IOWA.
Whereas, the City of Dubuque, Iowa, has negotiated an ingress and egress easement
with Klauer Manufacturing Company adjacent to the North End Neighborhood Bike/Hike Trail
from 22nd Street to 32nd Street, along the abandoned railroad right-of-way owned by the City
of Dubuque, Iowa, all in the City of DubuqUe, Iowa.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE c]-rY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the City of Dubuque intends to dispose of an interest of the City of
Dubuque, Dubuque County, Iowa, in real property by granting an ingress and egress
easement over and across part of the abandoned railroad right-of-way from 26th Street to
abutting Lol:s 281 and 282, in Glendale Addition to Klauer Manufacturing Company, 2600
Washington Street.
Section 2. That the City Clerk be and is hereby authorized and directed to cause
notice to be published as prescribed under Section 36't.7 of the Code of Zowa.
Passed, approved and adopted this day of
,2000.
Attest:
Terrance H. Duggan, Mayor
Jeanne F. Schneider, City Clerk
F:\USERS\N EL/NDA\WI~COUNC]L\RES~KLAUER.RES
Prepared by: Ronaid J. Turner, City of Dubuque. 50 W. 13th Street. Dubuque, Iowa (319J 589-4270
INGRESS AND EGRESS EASEMENT
Klauer Manufacturing Co.
2600 Washington
Dubuque, IA 52001
an ingress and egress easement over and across part of the former railroad right-of-way from 26:~
Street to abutting Lots 281 and 282 of Glendale Addition in the City of 0ubuque, as shown on Exhibit
adopted , 2000; the terms and conditions thereof, if any, having been fulfilled.
Signed this day of , 2000.
CiTY OF OUSUQUE. iOWA
Attest:
By:
Jeanne F. Schneider, City Clerk
STATE OF iOWA )
)ss
DUBUQUE COUNTY )
On this -- day of , 199B. before me. the undersigned, a Notary Public in
and for the state of iowa, personally appeared Torrance M. Ouggan and Jeanne F. Schneider, to me
personally known, who being by me duly sworn, did say that they ere the Mayor and City Clerk,
respectively, of the City ~f Dubuque, iowa, a municipal corporation; that the seai affixed to the
foregoing instrume,nt is the corporate seal of said corporation, by the authority of its City Council, as
contained in Ordinance No. 2-5 of the City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances, passed by Resolution of
the City Council under Resolution No. -- of the City Council on the day of
2000; and Torrance M. Duggan and Jeanne F. Schneider acknowledged the execution of the
instrument to be their voluntary act and deed and the voluntary act and deed of the corporation, by
Notary Public in and for said State.
~SEMENT EXHIBIT A
INGRESS AND EGRESS EASEMENT
IN THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
o~ ~o 40 ~
~ ,.,, ~ LOT 284
',/x %~¢ % . x
-- ' ~ ~INGRESS AND. EGRESS
k~ ~ ~ 692 SQ. FT. ~
SEMENT EXHIBIT A ~S ~
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
MEMORANDUM
November 2, 2000
TO:
The Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
FROM: Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager
SUBJECT: Vacating Petition - Utility Easements
In response to a request from Ed Tschiggfrie, Public Works Director Mike Koch is
recommending vacating the utility easements on Lots 4 and 5 of Block 2 of Tschiggfrie
Commercial.
I concur with the recommendation and respectfiflly request Mayor and City Council approval.
~dichael-C ;v'~tn Milligen
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Attachment
cc: Barry Lindahl, Corporation Counsel
Tim Moerman, Assistant City Manager
Mike Koch, Public Works Director
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
MEMORANDUM
October 12, 2000
TO:
The Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
FROM: Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager
SUBJECT:. Vacating Petidon - Utility Easements
Public Works Director Mike Koch is recommending that a public heating be set for November
6, 2000 to consider a request from Ed Tschiggfire for the vacating of utility easements on
Lots 4 and 5 of Block 2 of Tschiggfrie Commercial.
1 concur with the recommendation and respectfully request Mayor and Ci~ Council approval.
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a~chment
CC:
Barry Llndahl, Corporation Counsel
Tim Moerman, Assistant City Manager
Mike Koch, Public Works Director
TO:
FROM:
SUBJECT:
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
MEMORANDUM
October 3, 2000
Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager
Michael A. Koch, Public Works Director /~¢~/~'~J-~
Vacating Petition - Utility Easements
INTRODUCTION
This is in response to a request from Ed Tschiggfrie for the vacating of utility
~easements on Lots z~ and 5 of Block 2 of Tschiggfrie Commercial in ~the City of
Dubuque, Iowa.
DISCUSSION
The attached Exhibit A shows the area of proposed utility easements to be vacated.
The properties are owned by Tschiggfrie Excavating Company.
Tschiggfrie Excavating Company is the owner of Lots 4 and 5 of Block 2 of Tschiggfrie
Commercial in the City of Dubuque, Iowa. In order to subdivide these lots, Tschiggfrie
Excavating Company is proposing to vacate the existing 10- and 20-foot wide utility
easements. This will allow for subdividing the area into smaller lots. Tschiggfrie
Excavating has obtained the written consent of People's Natural Gas, AT&T
Broadband, Qwest, and Interstate Power Company.
RECOMMENDATION
The City does not have a need for the subject utility easements, and I would
recommend approval of the request to vacate the easements as shown on the attached
Exhibit A, I would further recommend that the vacating of the easements be set for
public hearing on November 6, 2000,
ACTION TO BE TAKEN
The recommendation of the City Manager should be approved and a public hearing
should be scheduled on the disposal of the property through adoption of the enclosed
resolutions.
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Prepared by Ron Turner, P.LS.
RESOLUTION NO. - 00
RESOLUTION OF INTENT TO DISPOSE OF INTEREST AND VACATE
UTILITY EASEMENTS OVER LOTS 4 AND 5 OF BLOCK 2 OF TSCHIGGFRIE
COMMERCIAL IN THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, DUBUQUE COUNTY, IOWA
Whereas, the Tschiggfrie Excavating Company is the current owner of Lots 4 and
5 of Block 2 of Tschiggfrie Commercial; and
Whereas, utility easements are currently platted on each of said lots; and
Whereas, Tschiggfrie Excavating Company has petitioned to vacate a portion of the
easements in said lots.
NOWT. HEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BYTHE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the City of Dubuque intends to dispose of its interest in and
vacate utility easements over Lots 4 and 5 Of Block 2 of Tschiggfrie Commercial in the City
of Dubuque, as shown on the attached Exhibit A.
Section 2. That the City Clerk be and is hereby authorized and directed to cause
a notice of intent to be published as prescribed under Section 364.7 Code of IOwa, 1999
or amended.
Passed, approved and adopted this __ day of
,2000.
Attest:
Terrance M. Duggan, Mayor
Jeanne F. Schneider, City Clerk
RESOLUTION NO. - 00
RESOLUTION DISPOSING OF INTEREST AND VACATE UTILITY EASEMENTS
OVER LOTS 4 AND 5 OF BLOCK 2 OF TSCHIGGFRIE COMMERCIAL IN THE
CITY OF DUBUQUE, DUBUQUE COUNTY, IOWA
Whereas, Tschiggfrie Excavating Company is the current owner of Lots 4 and 5 of
Block 2 of Tschiggfrie Commercial; and
Whereas, utility easements are currently platted on each of said lots; and
' '" Whereas,-Tschiggfrie Excavating Company has petitioned to vacate a portion ofthe
ease?nents in said lots..
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the City of Dubuque, Iowa, intends to dispose of its interest and
vacate utility easements over Lots 4 and 5 of Block 2 of Tschiggfde Commercial in the City
of Dubuque, as shown on the attached Exhibit A.
Section 2. That the City Clerk be and is hereby authorized and directed to cause
a notice to be published as prescribed under Section 364.7 Code of Iowa, 1999 or
amended.
Passed, approved and adopted this __ day of
,2000.
Attest:
Terrance M. Duggan, Mayor
Jeanne F. Schneider, City Clerk
RELEASE OF EASEMENT
WHEREAS, the plat of Tschiggfde Commercial in the City of Dubuque, Iowa, was
filed in the office of the Recorder of Dubuque County, Iowa as Instrument No. 1907-89; and
WHEREAS, by said plat, the proprietors dedicated to the public utility easement
along the property lines of Lots 4 and 5 of Block 2 of Tschiggfrie Commercial in the City of
Dubuque, Iowa, which utility easement is set forth and appears on said plat; and
WHEREAS, by the actual location of all utility services and the other easements
shown on said plat the easement along the property lines of said Lots 4 and 5 of Block 2
of Tschiggfrie Commerc a as shown on attached Exhibit A is no longer required;
NOW, THEREFORE, for valuable consideration, the undersigned, City of Dubuque,
Iowa, does hereby forever release, vacate, abandon and discharge the utility easements
along the property lines of Lots 4 and 5 of Block 2 of Tschiggfde Commemial in the City of
Dubuque, Iowa, as shown upon the plat of Tschiggfde Commercial in the City of Dubuque,
Iowa, and filed as Instrument No. 1907-89 in the office of the Recorder of Dubuque County,
Iowa; however, this Release in no way releases, vacates, abandons or discharges any
other easement shown on the plat of Tschiggfrie Commercial in the City of Dubuque, Iowa,
filed in the officer of the Recorder of Dubuque County, Iowa, as Instrument No. 1907-89.
Dated this day of ,2000.
CITY OF DUBUQUE, .IOWA
By:
Terrance M. Duggan
Mayor
By:
Jeanne F. Schneider
City Clerk
September 27, 2000
TSCHIGGFRIE EXCAVATING
42~ JULIEN DUBUQUE DRIVE
PHONE 319 557-74~0 -- FAX 319-557-7585
DUBUQUE, IOWA 52001
Honorable Mayor & City Council Members
City of Dubuque
50 W 13t~ Street
Dubuque, Iowa 52001
Ref Tschiggfi-ie Commercial Easements
Honorable Mayor & City Council Members
_Tschigr, lile Excavating Co is requesting the vacating of public utility easements on the
Tschiggtie Commercial property behind Menafds Lumber. We are requesting this because of
the change and the replating of thi~se lots. The existing easements will not work with new lot
layout.
Your immediate attention is appreciated on this request.
President
September 27, 2000
TSCHIGGFRIE EXCAVATING
42~ JULFEN DUBUQUE DRIV~
PHONE 319 557-7450 -- FAX 319-357-7~85
DUBUQUE, IOWA 52001
Honorable Mayor & City Council Members
city of_Dubuque
50 W 13a Street
Dubuque, Iowa 52001
Ref Tschigr~ ie Commercial Easements
Honorable Mayor & City Council Members
Tschiggl~'ie Excavating Co is requesting the vacating of public utility easements on the
Tschiggfi'ie Coreanereial property behind Menards Lumber. We are requesting this because of
the change and the replafing of these lots. The existing easements will not work with new lot
layout.
Your immediate attention is appreciated on this request.
President
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
MEMORANDUM
November 2, 2000
TO:
The Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
FROM:
Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager
SUBJECT: Salina Street Reconstruction
Sealed bids were received for the Salina Street Reconstruction project. Public Works Director
Mike Koch is recommending award to the Iow bidder, Portzen Construction, in the amount of
$480,919.80.
As directed, staff did work with property owners to further attempt to address their concerns.
I concur with the recommendation and respectfully request Mayor and City Council approval.
Michael C. Van Milligen
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Attachment
cc: Barry Lindahl, Corporation Counsel
Tim Moerman, Assistant City Manager
Mike Koch, Public Works Director
TO:
FROM:
SUBJECT:
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
MEMORANDUM
October 27, 2000
Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager
Koch, Public Works Director
Michael
A.
Salina Street Reconstruction
INTRODUCTION
The enclosed resolution provides for the award of the Salina Street Reconstruction
Project.
DISCUSSION
Sealed bids were received on this project on October 26, 2000. The Iow bid was
submitted by Portzen Construction, Inc. of Dubuque, Iowa, in the amount of
9480,919.80 with Alternate 1 and 9661,375.80 with Alternate 2. The Alternate 1
bid was 5.6 percent under the engineer's estimate and Alternate 2 was 13.5% over
the engineer's estimate.
The bids were received as follows:
Base Alternate 1 Alternate 2
Portzen Construction, Inc.
Tschiggfrie Excavation
Horsfield Construction, Inc.
9432,469.80
471,336.34
488,264.90
9480,919.80
521,610.34
536,144.90
$661,375.80
711,687.64
717,170.90
The project consists of constructing a street 34-foot wide from Railroad Avenue to Camp
Street, 42-foot wide from Camp Street to the end. This will provide parking on one side
from Railroad Avenue to Camp Street, and parking on both sides from Camp Street to
the end, taking into account the 14-foot width needed for the railroad. The existing
railroad track located in the middle of the street will remain.
The project is assessable, with approximately 20 percent of the total street cost being
assessed. Alternate .1 provided for concrete panels at one driveway per building.
Alternate 2 provided for wooden railroad ties for the entire length of the project.
The railroad company will be placing, at their expense, precast panels at Railroad Avenue
and Charter Street, and asphalt between the rails at Camp Street. The City is responsible
for all areas in between, for which I would recommend asphalt, including concrete
precast panels at the cul-de-sac, at a cost of 925,600.
At the first public hearing on the project, the City Council heard objections from two
property owners regarding the effect of rail access and the loss of a portion of their
loading dock, and concerns with regard to access during construction of the project.
Subsequent to the meeting City staff met with the two parties to discuss these issues
in greater detail. The following is a summary of those discussions:
L.R. Weber
At the September 5, 2000 public meeting, the issue of the loss of rail access and loading
docks were brought forth by Dick Wertzberger and Bob Neuwohner, Sr. who represent
L.R. Weber (owner of the former Anderson-Weber building). During these discussions,
the City indicated that its intent was to remove only that portion of the loading dock
which encroaches into the public right-of-way.
Also the City's plans were reviewed (note attachment) to reconfigure the loading dock
design so that the street would not be blocked (except for the possibly one lane) by
delivery vehicles and access would still be available to unload railroad cars. Both parties
representing the property owner agreed that the proposed design, while not their first
preference, would still be workable. At the current time, there are no renters that are
impacted by the railroad access.
Portzen Construction
Mike Portzen is a renter, not a property owner on the street, and expressed his concern
about the potential inconvenience and loss of access to his building. This issue has been
resolved automatically since Portzen Construction is the apparent Iow bidder on the
construction project.
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the contract be awarded to Portzen Construction, Inc., with
precast panels installed at Railroad Avenue, Charter Street, and the cul-de-sac.
BUDGET IMPACT
The estimate for this project is as follows:
Estimate Bid
Construction Contract
Contingency
Engineering
9483,301.00
48,330.10
79,744.67
$458,069.80
48,330.10
79,744.67
Total Project Cost
$611,375.77 9586,144.57
The funding for the project will be as follows:
Street Construction Fund
Local Option Sales Tax Fund
Special Assessment to Private
Properties
Special Assessment Deficiency
By City
Special Assessment for Water
Valve
Special Assessment for Removal
Of Objects within ROW
Cost to Railroad
Watermain
Added Asphalt Cost
8119,705.53
301,504.75
99,992.34
509.25
2,112.55
19,521.48
29,334.72
38,695.09
9 95,710.52
301,504.75
99,992.34
509.25
472.55
9,145.22
29,433.14
23,776.80
25,600.00
Total Project Cost
$611,375.71 9586,144.57
The project will be funded through a Fiscal Year 2000 appropriation of 9415,000.00 in
the Street Construction Funds. The project, as outlined, will require 9423,324.52 in
Street Construction Funds.
ACTION TO BE TAKEN
The City Council is requested to adopt the attached resolution awarding the construction
contract of the base bid plus the additional 925,600 for asphalt which is not the
responsibility of the railroad, for a total of 9458,069.80 to Portzen Construction, Inc.
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Prepared by Michael Felderman, Civil Engineer
RESOLUTION NO. -00
AWARDING CONTRACT
Whereas, sealed proposals have been submitted by contractors forthe Salina Street
Reconstruction Project pursuant to Resolution No. and notice to bidders published
in a newspaper published in the City of Dubuque, Iowa on the 13th and 20th days of
October, 2000.
Whereas, said sealed proposals were opened and read on the 26th day of October
2000, and it has been determined that the bid of Portzen Construction, Inc. of Dubuque,
Iowa, in the amount of $458,069.80 was the lowest bid for the furnishings of all labor and
materials and performing the work as provided for in the plans and specifications.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
That the contract for the above improvement be awarded to Portzen Construction,
Inc. and the Manager be and is hereby directed to execute a contract on behalf of the City
of Dubuque for the complete performance of the work.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED:
That upon the signing of said contract and the approval of the contractor's bond, the
City Treasurer is authorized and instructed to return the bid deposits of the unsuccessful
bidders.
Passed, approved and adopted this
day of ,2000.
Terrance M. Duggan, Mayor
Attest:
Jeanne F. Schneider, City Clerk
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
MEMORANDUM
November 2, 2000
TO:
FROM:
SUBJECT:
The Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager
Water Department Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition System
Sealed bids were received for the Water Department Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition
System project. Water Ptan~ Manager Bob Green is recommending award to the sole bidder,
Miller Electric Supply,, in the amount of $232,999.
I concur with the recommendation and respectfully request Mayor and City Council approval.
i~!ichael C. Van Milligen
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Attachment
cc: Barry Lindahl, Corporation Counsel
Tim Moerman, Assistant City Manager
Bob Green, Water Plant Manager
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
MEMORANDUM'
October 26, 2000
TO: Michael C. VanMilligen, City Manager
FROM: Bob Green, Water Department Manage_~___~ _
SUBJECT: Water Department Supervisory Control And Data
Acquisition System
INTRODUCTION: The purpose of this memorandum is to recommend that
the City Council approve the attached resolutions, Adopting
Specifications and Awarding the Contract, for the fabrication of
a new Supervisory Control And Data Acquisition System at the
Eagle Point Water Plant and it's satellite locations to Miller
Electric Supply, Inc. of Dubuque, Iowa.
DISCUSSION: This project provides for the fabrication of a new
Supervisory Control And Data Acquisition System located at the
Eagle Point Water Plant and it's satellite locations to support
water treatment operations.
On Tuesday October 24, 2000 one (1) proposal was received from
contractors for this project. Those results are as follows:
C0~4PAN~ NAME PROJECT:SUPERVISORY CONTROL AND DATA AQUISITION
1.Niller Electric Suppls~, Inc.
2. Automatic S~stems
3.D1rn~m~c Syst~m~, Inc.
4.Westphal & Company
5.Engineered Fluid, Inc.
Dubuque, Iowa
Am~s, Iowa
~neapolis, ~
Dubuque, Iowa
Centralia, I1
Low bid was submitted by Miller Electric Supply, Inc.
Iowa in the a_mount of $ 232,999.00. The monies needed for this
project will come from our Capital Improvement Project #340908-
73210 and 340950-62712 and 73211. The estimate for this project
was $240,000 dollars. The proposed bid amount is 3% percent less
COST
$232.999
No Bid
No Bid
No Bid
No Bid
of Dubuque,
RESOLUTION NO. -00
RESOLUTION ADOPTING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS
WHEREAS, on the 6th day of October, 2000 specifications,
form of contract and estimated cost were filed with the City
Clerk of Dubuque,'Iowa for the fabrication of a new Supervisory
Control And Data Acquisition System located at the Eagle Point
Water Plant, 1902 Hawthorne Street, and it's satellite locations
in Dubuque, Iowa.
WHEREAS, notice of hearing on specifications, form of
contract and estimated cost was published as required by law.
NOW THEREFOE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The said specifications, form of contract and
estimated cost are hereby approved as the specifications, form
of contract and estimated cost for said improvement for said
project.
Passed, adopted and approved this __day of
,2000.
Terrance M. Duggan, Mayor
Attest:
Jeanne Schneider
City Clerk
RESOLUTION NO. -00
AWARD OF CONTRACT
Authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with
Miller Electric Supply of Dubuque, Iowa for the fabrication of
a new Supervisory Control And Data Acquisition System project.
WHEREAS, The Water Department Supervisory Control And Data
Acquisition System Project has been budgeted and
WHEREAS, Miller Electric Supply of Dubuque, Iowa
has submitted to the City an agreement to conduct fabrication
services of this improvement in the amount of $232,999 dollars.
WHEREAS, Funds have been legally appropriated for this
expenditure.
NOW THEREFOE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the City Manager be authorized to execute
the agreement for fabrication services with Miller Electric
Supply of Dubuque Iowa dated October 24, 2000 for the fabrica-
tion of the Water Department Supervisory Control And Data
Acquisition System Project.
Passed, adopted and approved this day of ,2000.
Attest:
Terrance M. Duggan, Mayor
Jeanne Schneider
City Clerk
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
MEMORANDUM
November 2, 2000
TO:
The Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
FROM:
Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager
SUBJECT: Eagle Point Water Plant, Chlorine Feed Room Expansion
Sealed bids were received for the Eagle Point Water Plant Chlorine Feed Room Expansion
project. Water Plant Manager Bob Green is recommending award to the low bidder, Portzen
- - Construction, in the amount of $115,649.
I concur with the recommendation and respectfully request Mayor and City Council approval.
M~chael C. Vah Milligen
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Attachment
cc: Barry Lindahl, Corporation Counsel
Tim Moennan, Assistant City Manager
Bob Green, Water Plant Manager
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
MEMORANDUM
October 26, 2000
TO: Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager
FROM: Bob Green, Water Department Manager~ _
SD]~J~CT: Eagle Point Water Plant, Chlorine Feed Room Expansion
INTRODUTION: The purpose of this memorandum is to recommend that
the City Council approve the attached resolutions, Adopting Plans
and Specifications and Awarding the Contract for the construction
of a new chlorine room to the Eagle Point Water Plant to
Portzen Construction Company of Dubuque, Iowa.
DISCUSSION: This project provides for the construction of a 935
sq. ft. new Chlorine Feed Room Expansion located at the Eagle
Point Water Plant to house our new chlorine equipment to support
water treatment operations.
On Tuesday October 24, 2000 seven (7) proposals were received
from contractors for this project. Those results are as follows:
NAME PROJECT: CHLOP~INE RO(~ EXPANSION/EAGLE POINT ~FATER PLANT COST
1.Portzen Constxuction Co. Dubuque, IA
$115,649.00
2. Prism Corporation
$116,651.00
3.Kluck Construction Co.
$120,855.00
4.Triton Construction Co. Dubuque, IA
$131,200.00
5.Klauer Construction Co. Dub~e, IA
$143~, 000.00
6.Ta~lor Constrnction Co. New Vienna, IA
$153,978.00
7.Rennaissance Construction Dubuque, IA
$157,859.00
Low bid was submitted by Portzen Construction Co., of Dubuque,
Iowa in the amount of $115,649.00 dollars. The monies needed for
this project will come from our Capital Improvement Project
9340101-73210~ The Engineer's estimate for this project was
$125,000.00 dollars. The proposed bid amount is 7.48% below the
Engineer's estimate. The total monies budgeted for this project
was $100,000. The extra monies needed for this project will come
from the savings in our Capital Improvement Project %340922-62731
overhaul lime slaker of $25,000.
I~ECOb~ENDATION: Water Department Staff, its Consulting Engineers,
I. I. W. and I recommend with your approval that the City Council
accept and sign the two attached resolutions authorizing the City
Manager to sign an agreement with Portzen Construction Company of
Dubuque, Iowa in the amount of $115,649.00 dollars for the con-
struction of a 935 sq. ft. room adjacent to the Eagle Point Water
Plant, 1902 Hawthorne Street, Dubuque, Iowa and the resolution
adopting the plans and specifications for this project.
Attachments.
CC:
Pauline Joyce, Administrative Services Manager
Bob Ervolino, Assistant Water Plant Manager
File
RESOLUTION NO. -00
RESOLUTION ADOPTING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS
WHEREAS, on the 6tn day of October, 2000 plans,
specifications, form of contract and estimated cost were filed
with the City Clerk of Dubuque, Iowa for the construction of a
935 sq. ft. room located at the Eagle Point Water Plant, 1902
Hawthorne Street, Dubuque, Iowa.
WHEREAS, notice of hearing on plans, specifications, form
of contract and estimated cost was published as required by law.
NOW THEREFOE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The said plans, specifications, form of contract
and estimated cost are hereby approved as the plans,
specifications, form of contract and estimated cost for said
improvement for said project.
Passed, adopted and approved this day of
,2000.
Terrance M. Duggan, Mayor
Attest:
Jeanne Schneider
City Clerk
RESOLUTION NO.
-00
AWARD OF CONTRACT
Authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with
Portzen Construction Company of Dubuque, Iowa for the construc-
tion of the Chlorine Feed Room Expansion project.
WHEREAS, The Eagle Point Water Plant Chlorine Room
Expansion Project has been budgeted and
WHEREAS, Portzen Construction Company of Dubuque, Iowa
has submitted to the City an agreement to conduct construction
services of this improvement in the amount of $115,649.00.
dollars.
WHEREAS, Funds have been legally appropriated for this
expenditure.
NOW THEREFOE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the City Manager be authorized to execute
the agreement for construction services with Portzen Construc-
tion Company dated October 24, 2000 for the construction of the
Eagle Point Water Plant Chlorine Room.
Passed, adopted and approved this day of
,2000.
Attest:
Terrance M.
Duggan,
Mayor
Jeanne Schneider
City Clerk
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
MEMORANDUM
November 2, 2000
TO:
The Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
FROM:
Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager
SUBJECT: Pennsylvania Pump Station
Sealed bids were received on the Pennsylvania Pump Station project. Water Plant Manager Bob
Green is recommending award to the low bidder, Portzen Construction, in the amount of
$326,111.
I concur with the recommendation and respectfully request Mayor and City Council approval.
t~hchael C Van Milhgen
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Attachment
cc: Barry Lindahl, Corporation Counsel
Tim Moerman, Assistant City Manager
Bob Green, Water Plant Manager
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
MEMORANDUM
October 26, 2000
TO: Michael C. VanMilligen, City Manager
FROM: Bob Green, Water Department Manage~.
SUBJECT: Pennsylvania Pump Station
INTRODUCTION: The purpose of this memorandum is to recommend that
the City Council approve the attached resolutions, Adopting Plans
and Specifications and Awarding the Contract, for the construction
of a new Pump Station located at 4136 Pennsylvania Avenue for the
City Water System to Portzen Construction Company of Dubuque,
Iowa.
DISCUSSION: This project provides for the construction of a 1242
sq. ft. building located at 4136 Pennsylvania Avenue to house new
pumps and equipment to support pressure and water volume to the
Water Departments 4~ pressure zone.
On Tuesday October 24, 2000 six (6)
contractors for this project. Those
CO~PANZ NAME PRO~ECT:PENNSXL%rANIA PLUMP STATION
1. PortzenConst. Co.
2. F. L. Karpfl, Inc.
3. Elauer Const.
4. Taylor Const,
5. Renaissance Const.
6. Tschiggfr£e Const.
Dl~arsville, Iowa
D~q~e, Iowa
New Vienna, Iowa
Dubuque, Iowa
Dubuque, Iowa
proposals were
results are as
ON SITE COST
$326,111
$393,808
$395,070
$410,078
$421,400
NO Bid
received from
follows:
FACTORY BUILT
$532 009
$534 204
$569 551
$562 409
$573 991
$557 3OO
Low bid was submitted by Portzen Construction Company of Dubuque,
Iowa in the amount of $ 326,111.00 dollars. The monies needed for
this project will come from our Capital Improvement Project #340601-
73211. The Engineer's estimate for this project was $330,000 dollars.
The proposed bid amount is 1.2% below the Engineer's estimate. The
total budget for this project is $425,000.
REC(~MENDATION: The Water Department Staff, its Consulting
Engineers, I.I.W. and I are recommending with your approval that
the City Council accept and sign the two attached resolutions
authorizing you to sign an agreement with Portzen Construction
Co. of Dubuque, Iowa in the amount of $326,111.00 dollars for
the construction of a 1242 sq. ft. building with pumps and
equipment at 4136 Pennsylvania Avenue, Dubuque, Iowa and the
resolution adopting the Plans and Specifications for this
project.
Attachments
cc:
Pauline Joyce, Administrative Services Manager
Bob Ervolino, Assistant Water Plant Manager
File
RESOLUTION NO. -00
RESOLUTION ADOPTING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS
WHEREAS, on the 2nd day of October, 2000 plans,
specifications, form of contract and estimated cost were filed
with the City Clerk of Dubuque, Iowa for the construction of a
1242 sq. ft. building with pumps and equipment located at 4136
Pennsylvania Avenue, Dubuque, Iowa.
WHEREAS, notice of hearing on plans, specifications, form
of contract and estimated cost was published as required by law.
NOW THEREFOE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The said plans, specifications, form of contract
and estimated cost are hereby approved as the plans,
specifications, form of contract and estimated cost for said
improvement for said project.
Passed, adopted and approved this day of
,2000.
Terrance M. Duggan, Mayor
Attest:
Jeanne Schneider
City Clerk
RESOLUTION NO. -00
AWARD OF CONTRACT
Authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with
Portzen Construction Company of Dubuque, Iowa for the construc-
tion of the Pennsylvania Pump Station project.
WHEREAS, The Pennsylvania Pump Station Project has been
budgeted and
WHEREAS, Portzen Construction Company of Dubuque, Iowa
has submitted to the City an agreement to conduct construction
services of this improvement in the amount of $326,111.00
dollars.
WHEREAS, Funds have been legally appropriated for this
expenditure.
NOW THEREFOE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the City Manager be authorized to execute
the agreement for construction services with Portzen Construc-
tion Company of Dubuque, Iowa dated October 24, 2000 for the
construction of the Pennsylvania Pump Station.
Passed, adopted and approved this day of
,2000.
Terrance M. Duggan, Mayor
Attest:
Jeanne Schneider
City Clerk
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
MEMORANDUM
November 2, 2000
TO:
The Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
FROM:
Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager
SUBJECT:
Mr. Stock's letter dated Tuesday, October, 10, 2000 to Mayor Terry Duggan,
Connection Fee's Oak Meadows II Condos
Water Plant Manager Bob Green has reviewed the request from Jim Stock to not collect a $1,298
counectionTee on his Oak Meadows II project. He is recommending that the City continue to
pursue the fee. The enclosed May 31, 2000 letter to Jim Stock from Bob Green explains the City
position.
I concur with the recommendation and respectfully request Mayor and City Council approval.
M~chael C ' '
MCVM/jh
Attachment
cc: Barry Lindahl, Corporation Counsel
Tim Moerman, Assistant City Manager
Bob Green, Water Plant Manager
Mr. Jim Stock
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
MEMORANDUM
October 12, 2000
TO: Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager
FROM:
Bob
Green, Water Department Manag~_L-
SUB,CT: Mr. Stock's letter dated Tues., Oct. 10, 2000
Terry Duggan, Connection Fee's Oak Meadows II
to Mayor
Condos
In reviewing Mr. Stock's concerns, I find them to be the same as
they have been from the beginning.
Staff and I have met with Mr. Stock numerous times to answer
his questions and present to him the facts that support our
position on the connection fees.
Attached you will find a copy of Mr. Stock's letter and
correspondence we have had to Mr. Stock including our most recent
action to put closure to this through the legal system.
It is Staffs and my recommendation to continue with this action
as it is schedule in District Court for Thursday, October 19, 2000
at 1 p.m. At that time both sides be able to present their case in
front of a Judge and hopefully will put closer to this ongoing
disagreement.
I am available at your convenience to discuss this or if you should
have any questions, please call me at 4291.
cc: File
10/11~0
Tuesday, October 10, 2000
Jim Stock Realty & Construction
To the Honorable Mayor Terry Duggan and City Council of Dubuque, Iowa I wish to
address you on the following item.
Mr. Mayor,
RE: Water Main Connection Fee's Oak Meadows ri Condo's
On May 31, 2000 1 received a letter from Bob Green '°&e current Water
Depa~ ~u~t Manager" stating that I owed the city $1298.00 for a connection fee when we
extended a water main from Bmnskill road to our subdivision "Oak Meadows
Normally, I would not react and bring the issue to council but there are some very good
reasons that I must bring the issue before yon, and this is the only issue I wish to discuss
tonight.
Firs% I purchased Lot 2 of Hansel's addition, a part of the "subdivision of lot 2
Hansel's Addition" in 1990 and in 1991 extended a water main ~om Bnmskill road down
Deerwood Circle. During the installation process I had several conversations with ~im
McGtoughlin "Water Department Manager at th~ time now retired" We discussed
several items and not once did Jim or zoning or the engineering department mention a
connection fee. In fact I was never sent a bill for any such fees. The only bills I received
fi-om the city was from the officials whom inspected the water main upon installation.
There was some discussion on fees between Gus Psioyos and I, The only reason
this discussion took place was because Gus wanted an easement for a sewer line on our
property. Being new to the development game I told Gus he could have the easement if
he paid for A manhole he connected to and waive any and all connection fee's for the
property, not knowing at that 6me there were any such fee's. I typed a letter and sent it to
Gus and took bis word for our agreement. I never received the letter back signed, but I
trusted Gus.and never gave it another thought:
Now, Ten years after the we extended the water main I am told I owe $1298.00
for a connection fee.
My understanding of a connection fee is when the city foots the expense to install
a water main., they charge the adjoining property owners $11 per foot to connect. I was
told that when a developer foots the bill to install a water main the city will pay the
developer $11 per foot for inst:alllqg it, assuming yOU OWrl property on one side of the
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10/11/00
street and the person owning the property adjacent can pay you $11 connection fee also.
Bob Green has told me that ifI install the water main on Bmnskill road for my phase FIl
the city will pay $11 per foot of my cost, and if the city installs it I will have to pay them
$11 per foot. This I understand.
What I don't understand is this? The city had no cost in installing the water main
fi.om the Midway motor Lodge to the Oak Meadow Condo's. DOC corporation "the past
owners" installed the 1222 foot water main in January 1980 and paid for it specifically to
supply the Oak Meadows Condo's un the "subdivision of Lot 2 of Hansel' s Addition".
The Oak Meadow Condo's are located in the "subdivision of lot 2 Hanml' s
Addition'' The "subdivision of lot 2 of Hanoi's Addition" actually consists of 2 lots,
"Lots 1 of 2 and 2 of 2 of Hansel' s Add~'on"
The resolution refers to the to lots as the "subdivision of lot 2 Hansel's Addition". Please
view the plats and resolution//323-79
The resolution clearly states the subdivision consists of two lots and the developer
"DOC" was to install water and sewer m~ins to service these lots. Please refer to the
partial view of the plumbing plans, this clearly shows the future wood side Drive (now
Deerwood circle)
My position is that there be no $1298.00 fee, at least on phase I, because the
previous owners installed and paid for the water main to supply these lots of which they
fully intended to develop the entire "subdivision of lot 2 Hansel's Addition" They had a
conceptual plan that encompassed the entire property.
If a connection fee was to be collected it would have been collected when "DOC"
cennectad to the Main at the Midway MoWr Lodge before they ran 1222 feet of water
main to their "subdivision of lot 2 Hansel's Addition" City officials have told me a fee
was not paid then because "DOC" installed the water main and because the city did not
incur any cost!
I hope this will help explain my position and ask that you forgo the Water
Depa, lment?s request for $1298.00
Attached are copies of plats and resolution #323-79 as reference material.
~ames St~
Page2 of 2
Session. De,ember i7, 1979
and ordlnanees relating thereto, uxcvp!
wirer and se~r u sp~t~£~d have
b~n i~:
NOW, ~RE. BE: 1T RE.
Passed, approved and adopted this SOLVED BT' ~ cTrY COUNCil, OF
l?th day d Dm:mnt~r. 19'P9. Ti'ftC CRY' OF DUBUQUE, 10WA:
Th~or t~ Z~mq~ So~.
A. Tully. Jr. ~. ~om:. be md tat same ~s
James, E. Brady ,te~ ~oprm~d
Car~yn Farrell G'ty CSerk are I~v~
A'{.'i'{~_~I": City of Debtw~aw, Iowa. ~po~ mid Plat.
LeoF. Frommelt, prma~d t4~ ~
tion of the Res0iution. Seconded by |~ ta)To ~u~
Council Member FarreU. Carried by l| u~A ~he p~mu das~bed
the foUow[~ vo~: l}
Yeas--Mayor WeRzberger, C. GL,~ Jl(b)To ~/L ~ m~u ~ ~.
zm--m~ W~ ~ [ (4)~j,~ ~ ~ ~
Special Session. D~¢;;nb~r 17,, 19'I9
~ t~- (Y~r o~, lom~ ~
ht.~d at Dubuque. ~a. this
day of January. 1980.
~ IX}GK CORPORATION
OF DUBUQL~
By John 3. C~ly. ~r.
· SecremT
By John Klvlahan
!
ii
t
L196-1973
~iled ~ebruary 1~, 1973
1980
(aec~uc.~Lon)
1
Pam Myre Gonyier
l! ~ K e Koch
~:',Jbuque , IovJm 52001
RE: OaK Meadows sewer extension easement.
I ~..,..,it 1 consider the easement ~f we can come to, tepms, and
ob,.~iously none of u=. war, t s la. pge cost involved.
I purpc,.=.e to g~ue the easement ~f the follow;ng is. met:
1.) C;ty of Dubuque does ali survey ~orK involved in the
ea-~ement and pay' for such worK, including p;pe compaction,
and nctuOing any attorne>' fees inuoive~.
2.)
3.)
4.)
City and the Contractor involved indemn;~y and hold harmless
the owner of the property.
~1t water and se~er connections charges waivea~for Phasers
One through Four of OaK Meadows II mhd/ or Lot 2 of 2 of
Hensel's
Alt inspection fee's in reguarO to Se~er, Water~ Streets~
Storm sewers , if any, be Waived for OaK Meadows II Phases
I thru [~ and or Lot ~ of ~ of Hansel's
VS ·
IN ~ IOWA DISTRICT COURT FOR DUBUQUE COUNTY
STATE OF IOWA )
CITyCITY oFOF DUBUQUE, ,~] $[¢ !')'
Pla~h~i~f, )
)
-' Defendant. )
p~ a t3_
CASE ~0: 0~3;! CtCV /-/,3 7~7
ORDER
On this date:
The Defendant did not appear as previously summoned or set.
-- A Complaint was filed and the Defendant is hereby summoned
to appear.
__ The Plaintiff/Defendant requested a continuance.
~l~IT IS HEREEX ORDERED that the following hearing is reset:
-7 __ Initial Appearance. Plea Proceeding.
__Further Proceeding. Show Cause/Contempt.
This matter is reset for at
IT IS HEREBE ORDERED that this matter is reset for
PReTrIAL COi~F~P.~;~E-
~ is reset for TRIAL on 0C-~- I 6~ / ~O ~ at 1:00 p.m.
THE DEFENDANT SH~?.?. APPEAR PERSONALLY FOR PRETRIAL CONF. AND TRIAL.
IT IS HEEEBX ORDERED that the Defendant shall be given one final
opportunity to submit to the Clerk of Court proof of completion
of the Defensive Driving Course and/or Community Service.
IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that if the defendant fails to appear an arrest
warrant will be issued or the unsecured appearance bond or the posted
cs~sh bond will be forfeited.
PLEASE NOTE: All matters are held at the Dubuque County Courthouse,
720 Central Avenue, Dubuque, Iowa.
If you require the assistance of auxiliary aids or services to
participate in court because of a disability, immediately call your
district ADA coordinator at (319) 589-4448. (If you are hearing
impaired, call Relay Iowa TT¥ at 1-800-735-2942).
Franc Ackley, Magistrate
CITY
OF DUBUQUg, TOgA
MEMORANDUN
August 14, 2000
TO: Michael C. VanMilligen, City Manager
FROM: Bob Green, Water Department Manage~
SIIBJECT: Oak Meadows Phase II Sub Division Connection Fee
Mr. Jim Stock, Realty and Construction
During the past year, Water Department Staff and I have been in
communication with Mr. Stock Realty and Construction in
requesting that he pays an past due connection fee in the amount
of $1,298.00.
Mr. Stock claims he does not owe this fee and has challenged us
for months about it. Water Department Staff and I have met with
Mr. Stock and discussed his problem. We have shown Mr. Stock
maps, records and letters showing that these fees are owed.
In a letter I sent to Mr. Stock dated May 31, 2000 answered his
questions and gave him until Monday, July 31, 2000 to pay the
connection fee. Mr. Stock has not paid these fees and at our last
meeting he told me that he was not going to pay and that he would
fight this claim forever.
Because Mr. Stock has decided to ignore our requests and due to
his comments, it is our opinion that we have no other option than
to pursue this infraction in court.
It is staffs and my recommendation with your approval to present
Mr. Stock with a civil citation in violation of the City of
Dubuque Utility Code of Ordinance Article III Water Division.
Generally Section 44-151, Tap Charges. This will allow Mr. Stock
to present his case to a judge and will hopefully put closer to
this ongoing debate.
I am available at your earliest convenience to discuss this
recommendation.
attch:
cc: File
Utilities Department
1902 Hawthorne Street
Dubuque, Iowa 52001-1416
Phone (319) 589-4291
FAX (319) 589-4297
May31, 2000
Mr. James Stock
Realty and Construction
P O Box 30.54
Dubuque IA 52004-3054
RE: Oak Meadow Phase II Sub-Division
Oak Meadow Phase I, DOC Corporation Water Main Extension
Dear Mr. Stock:
This letter is being sent as a follow up to our meeting on Friday, May 19, 2000 located in the
Oak Meadows Phase II sub-division end to your questions about the water main extension on
Brunkskill Road installed by the DOC Corporation in 1979.
There were three options presented to you from which you could pick one on how it would apply
to Phase 1I ofyour sub-divifion. They are:
· That the water main remains to be private.
· That you have the water main end serviee lines relocated to their correct location and
brought up to City Codes. This would result in the Water Department recommonding to
City Council that this water main be accepted as a public main.
· That yon have the Home Owners Association ereate an acceptable agreement removing
the City from eny liability of damages should there bo a water main break. That the
service lines stay as they are until repairs and/or rephcemcots are required. At that time
the serv/co lines will need to be installed as per City Codes. In exchenge, the Water
Department will recommend to the City Council that this water main be accepted as a
public line.
It is the Water Department's position that this water main is private from its connection on
Brunskill Road, south on Deerwond Circle to its dead end (Oak Meadows Phase Il) and that
connection ~s are st/Il owed In the amount of $1,298.00. These fees are due by Monday, July
3 l, 2000.
In addition, Staff and I met with Mr. Jim McGlonghlin who was the City's previous Water
Distribution Engineering Assistant. He has confirmed to us that this sect/on ofwater main
when proposed end installed was to be a private system.
In researching other concerns ofyoum on the est/mated lC100 feet of water main installed on
Bnmskill Road by the DOC Corporation,/t was discovered that this project was proposed and
accepted through one resolution by City Council.
The main differenee between your resolution and DOC Corporation is that theirs specifically
states that this water main shall conform to City Cedes, it shall be dedicated to the City and it was
to be installed in the City's right ofway.
Service People Integrity Responsibility Innovation Teamwork
Water Departmont Staffhas reviewed these records and the design plans from the DOC
Corporation and have found that this section of water main was correctly installed as per
City Code in its materials and the alignment.
I have also discussed this project with Mr. John Kivlahan (D(X~ Corporation) and Mr. McDermott.
(McD~mott Excavating). Mr. McDermott agrees that the City Water Depar~nent did install the
first estimated 820 feet of water main from Highway 20 South on Brunskill Road and that his
company then hired by the DOC Corporation extended it an additional 1,200 feet to Oak Meadows
Phase L
I hope this letter will answer your questions on this matter and should you have any further
questions on this, please call me at 5894291.
~Vater Department Manager
cc: Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager
Mike Koch, Public Works Director
Gus Psihoyos, Assistant City Engineer
Barry Lindahl, Corporation Counsel
Jeanne Schneider, City Clerk
Hailong Xiao, Water Distribution Supervisor
File
Special Session. Deeember 17, 1979
amd ordinances ~elat/ng thereto, except
water a~d sewer as.speclfied have not
been installed:
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RE.
SOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE ~'1'~ OF DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Seet~m L 27~ fac ~ o/ cae
Subdivision of Lot ~ oI Han~el's Addi.
D~buque. Iou~ ~ ami tl~e mmo
I~reb~ w,~.~,~d a~d the Mayor
~'l~/ Clerk m'e I~eeby autAorized and
dlreated ~o emtor~e tl~ approval of
Cit~ o/Dubuei~e, Iou~ upon said Plat.
protgd~d t~ oa~s~er of said proper~y
herein named, e~ecuie ~tten oecep.
mr,~e/~reto atto~Aed agreeing:
(a)To i~tall s~wers in accoMance
a~d ~'tted u~A faa
(b)To iastall u~er mai~.s in
~o~&mee witA ~ a~d sped.
f~atlom /Red b~ t/~ oumer in
o/fic~ oltae C/ty Engheer, ~ty
(c}Tb cam*wu~ faa foregoing ira.
in a rammer w,~.~oed Iry the Cit~
(d)2'o malnialn t/~ foregoing ira.
pro~.me~ for a pe~od of fom-
~e earl~,ae of t~
Om ..~odi~ o/Lot ~ o/rim.
fi) To co~Jfm:f ,aid ~,
~~~oI
wat~ and dr~ h~fiti~ withh th b~OmOoe?~Oor.po~ty~mofD.~bm, to
am~ned by the CRy Gom~ ~md they
fiad tha~ the asme com'm'm.s to statutes
OaS Me~mo C~.,....miOg Asso~datlon ln
t~e ~ oI Lot ~ oI Hw. ast'*
~ lou~ O~ Meadmo Com-
Om m~mb~ of ~id eorpomtio~ ~itAi~
tim ~ of Lot ~ of
Speeiai Session. Degember 17. 1979
sequently deeded ~ t~e Dock
tion of D~bm~e~ go ~ M~
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ar, ce or sert~es, des~.n~et Aerei~
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eff~e.
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~L~ON NO. ~
~ ~th ~e ~tio~ t~f. he.by
~t~ at D~uq~. Iow~ t~ ~h
0r D~UQ~
By ~ohn J. ~y. Jr.
~dent
~ ~0 r~ ~0~LT.
~ty ~e~
~ ~es ~t the ~ty ~-
~ by ~e fo~g ~u~ No.
~ ~ Dubuque. Iow~ t~ ~h
~on of the ~l~on. ~d~ by
the follo~ng v~e:
Ye~--b~yor We~rger.
the city council may proceed to have said connec-
t/on Upon a contract made and entered into for
that purpose and the cog of l~lrlng sUCh counec-
tions abel! be assessed to the property owner and-
sh~!l be collected in the same ,n~nner as other
special assessments are collected, except that the
whole ,mount of such assessments shall become
due at once and ~hall not be payable in install-
ments.
(Code 1976, § 36-116)
Sec. 44-149. When completion is required
a/ter notice.
The resolution'passed by the council pursuant
to section 44-146 and the notice that is served
upon the property owner shall prescribe the time
w~hi,~ which connections are to be made with such
.r,,,.b~s as provided for in such resolution, end this
notice shall be final unless the time is extended
by the city council upon application made therefor,
or if conditions should arise which would make it
impossible for the proper~ owner to make the
connections requirech
(Cede 1976, § 36-117)
Sec. 44-160. Application.
Application for water service connections must
be made in writing to the city water dep~t,,ent
by a plumber authorized by the owner of the prop-
erty to be served or by the owner or other agent of
such property. Such application must be made
upon bls,~l~s furnished by the city water depart-
ment and must be properly filled out, giving all
the information required thereon.
(Code 1976, § 36-116)
Sec. 44-151. Tap charges.
(a) The city manager is hereby directed to es-
tablish a charge for new connections and/or a
charge for the installation of taps to the water
mains, which charge ~hsll be f/dr and reasonable
considering the current costs of maf~_zial and labor.
(b) At any location within the city limits where
a water r,=b~ was installed since the annexation
of November 7, 1951 and no' previous assessment
or charge has Been paid for water taps, the pre-
v=!l!n~ per lineal front foot connection charge shall
be paid in cash to the city water department be-
fore a water service connection shall be made.
(Code 1976, § 36-119)
Sec. 44-152. City to make mpa upon applica-
tion end payment of cha~g~ es; no
new taps outside city. · ·
(a) Upon the filing, and approval of a proper
application and the payment Of the i~tallation
charge, the city water department ~h~ll make the
taps for connections to the water mains but all
necessary excavation shall be furnished and paid
for by the applicant.
(b) Sections 44-150 and 44-151 and paragraph
(a) of this section are subject to the condition that
the city water department .~hail make no taps for
new connections outside of the city limits, nor shgll
any permit be issued therefor, without prier ap-
proval 'of the city council and under such terms
~nd conditions as the city council may; in its dis-
. cretion, in each instance, establish.
(Code 1976, § 36420)
Sec. 44-152. Service connections to be in-
stalled by city or duly licensed
pl,~mbers.
(a) As used in this section, the phrase ~ssrvice
connection" shall include ail those facilities used
to supply and control the water from the main to
the meter including the tap and the meter.
(b) The installation of ail service connections
shall be made .by employees of the city water de-
paztment or by duly licensed plumbers. All pipe,
· fittings, and materials shall be approved by the
water department supe 'rmtendent.
(Code 1976, § 36-121)
Sec. 44.154. Service, material; method of
(a) Copper pipe used in service connections sh~]l
be cold drawn seamless tubing with a proper
bending temper so that a full section shall with-
stand being bent cold through one hundred eighty
(180) degrees without cracking on the outside of
the bent portion around a pin the diametor of
which is one and one-half (1!4) times the inside
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.... com~il_~, pr~t ~ ha~e said ~oun~- · ....
~ ~ ~ ' for
~ be ~U~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ o~
d~ ~t ~ ~d ~ ~t be
~. (a) Upon
(Code 19'/6, § ~6-116)
Sec. 44-149o. When completion is required
'aiter notice.
application and the palrmant of the installation
~h~ge, the city water department ~h~ll make the
taps for connections to the water mains but all
necessary excavation shall be furnished and paid
for by the applicant.
The resolution passed by the council pursuant
to section 44-146 and the notice that is served (b) Sections ~.~.-1§0 and 44-151 and parairaph
~.;.~ ........ _. .... ,. to be ma~ w~m sur. n ' --.~-j~,~,~,ions ~utaide of the city limita, nor saau
within wmon
mains as provided for m such resolutio~ a~. ~ ~' ...... ' a
-- -armit bo issued therefor, without prior
by the city council upon application mans taerei°r' and conditions us the city council may, m its dis
or if conditions should arise which would make it
impcsaible for the property owner to make the cretion, in each in~_An~e, establish. .
(Code 1976, § I~6-120)
(Code 19'/6, § 36-117)
See. 44-150. Application.
Applicati°n for water servi~ connections must
be made in writing to the city water depat~'ment
by apl'mhar atffihorized by the owner of the prop-
erty to be served or by the owner or other agent of
such property. Such application must be made
upon bi°''~s furnished by the city water depart-
ment and must be properly filled out; giving all
the information required thereom
(Co~ 1976, § 36-118)
Sec. 44151. Tap charges.
(a) The city manager is h~reby directed to es-
tablish a charge for new connections and/or a
,~h~,r~e for the installation of taps to the water
mains, which charge shall be fair and reasonable
~) At any location within the city limits where
of BIovember ?, 1951 and n~ previous assessment
or charge has been paid for water taps. the pre-
See. 44-1§3. Service eo .n~. eetions to be in~
stalled by city or duly licansea
(a) ~ used in ~ section, the phrase "service
connection" shall include all those facilities used
to supply and control the water from the main to
the meter including the tap and the meter.
(b) The ins~--~llation of all service connections
shall be made by employees of the city water.de-
partment or by duly licensed plumbers. All ptpt~e
"fittings, and materials shall be approved by
water depa~Lment superintendent.
(Cede 1976, § 36-121)
See. 44-154. Service, material; method of
(a) Copper pipe usod in service cennectious shall
be cold drawn seamless tubing with a proper
bendin~ temper so that a full seCtion shall with-
.=tA,~d being bent cold through one hundred eighty
(180) de~rees without cracldng .on the outside of
the bent portion around a pin the diameter of
whiCh is one and one-half (1~) times the inside
tion~ ehan he . .eeasA=~. ~ to the property ewnor~_
shall be COllected m the ~me ~nner e~
speclel asaseeme~ are collected, except that the
due at once and cheil not be payable m me_ -
(Code 1976,
Sec~ 44'1§Z- City to make taps upon applion-
tiou and payment of e~e~ no
newtolmoumldecity- .:' ' .
· charBe,~citywator P . .
Sec. I~--149.. When completion is required tapsmr connecuo.~--, _ ..... ~ _..~
· a/t/er notice, for by the appli~nt.
The resolution passed by the council pursuant
(~) of this section are subjec~ to the condition th.a. t
upen the property owner ;~=" presets= .~. n~h 'L- --"- water d~t shell -.n~. n° taps t°r
wi,hln which connect/oas are to be made with ~ ' new connect/ons ontside ofthe m~ umbra, ~'
orif conditions s~on~ arm~ wmon
imposs/ble for the prope.m, owner
((:ode ~976, § 36.11'D "
44-150. Application. "
be made in writing to the cxry war~r
b ' Let authorized by the owner of the prop-
y a p~.un~ ___~ __ t-.,~ .~o, or other agent of
er~cY to De serve~ or ~ "~ T" "f'~ - -~e
such property. Such application must as
upon b~,'~ furnished by the city water depart-
ment and must be properly ~led out; giving ell
the information required thereon.
(Code ~976, § 36-1~$)
Sec. 44-151. Tap charges.
(a) The city manager is hereby directed to as-
tablish a ~h~rge for new connections and/or a
ah~e for the in-~ll~t/on of taps to the water
mains, which charge shall be fair and reasonable
ih) At auy location within the city limits where
a water main was in.,f~flled since the ,nne~ation
of November 7, 1951 andne previous assessment
or ~rge has been paid for water taps, the pre-
cretion, in e,,,~h in~?nce, establish. . .
· (Code 1976, § 36-120)
Sec. ~.I-t53. Service oo .m~. eations to be in.-
stalled by c/ty or duly licensed
(el As uasd in thio cacti°n, the Pbrace "service
connection" shall include ell those facilities used
to supply and control the water from the ,.,,~n to
the meter including the tap and the meter.
ih) The installation of all service connectioas
partment or by duly hcensed plunmers. Ai~ pxpe,
"fittings, and materials shall be approved by the
water department superintendent.
(Code 1976, § 36-121)
Sec. 44.1~4. Service, material; method of
la~ing.
(a) Copper pipe 0sad in service connections shell
be cold drawn seamless tubing with a proper
be~dln~ temper so that a full section ~h~ll with-
stand being bent colc~ through one hundred eighty
(180) degrees without cracking .on the outside of
the bent portion around a pin the ~i=mator of
which is one and one-hell (1!4) times the. inside
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the city council may proceed to have said cennec-
fi(m upon a contract made and entered into for
that purpose and the cost of making such connec-
tions shall be assessed to the property owner and
sh-11 be collected in the same mil-her as other
special assessments are collected, except that the
whole amount of such assessments shall become
due at once and shall not be payable in install-
mants.
(Code 1976, § 36-116)
Sec. !~. 149. When completion is required
after notice.
The resolution passed by the council pursuant
to section 44-146 and the notice that is served
upon the property owner shall prescribe the time
wi~hi~ which connections are to be made with such
· m~ins as provided for in such resolution, and this
notice shall be final --less the time is extended
by the GiCy council upon application made therefor,
or if conditions should arise which would make it
impossible for the property owner to make the
connections require&
(Code 1976, § 36-117)
See. ~.~.-150. Application.
Application for water service connections must
be made in writing to the city water department
by a plumber authorized by the owner of the prop-
erty to be served or by the owner or other agent of
such property. Such application must be made
upon blanks furnished by the city water depart-
ment and must be properly filled out, giving all
the information required thereon.
(Code 1976, § 36-118)
Sec. 44-151. Tap charges.
(a) The city manager is hereby directed to es-
tablish a charge for new connections and]or a
charge for the installation of taps to the water
m.ln.q, which charge shall be fair and reasonable
censideringthe current costs of material and labor.
(b) At any location within tile city llrnits where
a water main was installed since the ~nnexation
of November 7, 1951 and no previous assessment
or oh~ge has been paid for water taps, the pre-
vailing per lineal front foot connection charge shall
be paid in cash to the city water department be-
fore a water service connection shall be made.
· (Code 1976, § 36-119)
Sec. 44-152. City to make taps upon applica-
tion end payment of chang, ce; no
new taps outside clty.
(a) Upon the flll.g and approval of a proper
application and the payment of the installation
~h~=ge, the city water department =h911 make the
taps for connections to the water mains but all
necessary excavation shall be furnished and paid
for by the applicant.
Om) Sections 44-150 and 44-151 and paragraph
(a) of this section are subject to the condition that
the city water deparC..,ent shall make no taps for
new connections outside of the city limits, ncr shall
any permit be issued therefor, without prier ap-
proval 'of the city council and under such terms
and conditions as the city council may; in its dis-
.cretion, in each instance, establish.
(Code 1976, § 36-120)
Sec. 44-153. Service connections to be in-
stalled by city or duly licensed
plumbers.
(a) As used in this section, the phrase "service
connection" shall include all those facilities used
to supply end control the water from the main to
the meter including the tap and the meter.
(b) The installation of all service connections
shall be made by employees of the city water de-
parC,~ent or by duly licensed plumbers. All pipe,
fittings, and materials shall be approved by the
water department superintendent.
(Code 1976, § 36-121)
Sec. 44-154. Service, material; method of
iny ug.
(a) Copper pipe used in service connertions shail
be cold drawn seamless tubing with a proper
bending temper so that a full section shah with-
stand being bent cold· through one hundred eighty
(180) degrees without cracking on the outside of
the bent portion around a pin the diameter of
which is one and one`half (1ti) times the inside
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Planning Services Department
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The Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
City of Dubuque
50 W. 13th Street
Dubuque, IA 52001
November 1, 2000
Re: Progress Report on the 2000 Update of the Comprehensive Plan and the
Joint City/County Planning Process for Fringe Area Growth and Development
Dear Mayor and City Council Members:
The Long Range Planning Advisory Commission would like to provide the City Council
with a progress report on the 2000 update of the Comprehensive Plan and the joint
City/County planning process for fringe area growth and development.
Since January, the Commission has been working with City staff, community
stakeholders and the general public on the 2000 Update of the Comprehensive Plan.
The update includes three components:
Community Indicators for Success project
Mapping OurLand: 2020 Future Land Use Map
Our Communi~s Goals Revisited: Evaluation of the Goals and Objectives of the
1995 Comprehensive Plan
Below is the progress report On the 2000 update of the Comprehensive Plan.
Community Indicators for Success Projec;
The Community Indicators for Success project is the City's first attempt to track long-
term quality of life changes in our community. Community Indicators are measures of
trends in the community that are related to community livability and realization of goals
and objectives. For example, Community Indicators for a community's economic vitality
could include the local unemployment rate, net job growth and annual toudsm
revenues. Dubuque's community indicators will be loosely arranged by the 14 elements
of the Comprehensive Plan.
The Commission sponsored a stakeholders meeting on July 12, 2000. Over 80
stakeholders met to review draft indicators, discuss how they can be measured and
~vote' for the indicators they feel would best reflect the quality of life in Dubuque. The
general public also has had the opportunity to review and comment on the community
indicators through a self-<Juided display at the Public Library.
Service People Integrity Responsibility Innovation Teamwork
Comprehensive Plan Update
Page 2
The Commission will complete its review of the selected indicators from the stakeholder
meeting in November. The Commission will provide the City Council with a set of
recommended community indicators for approval later this month.
MaDDin(30urLand: 2020 Future La,nd Use Map
The second component of the 2000 update of the Comprehensive Plan is entitled
Mapping OutLand. The Commission and City staff created a series of maps for public
review and comment, including:
future land use map showing development alternatives,
transportation map showing proposed extensions and links for the community's
street, highway and bike/hike routes, and;
utility map showing the proposed extensions and improvements to the city's
water, sanitary sewer and storm water management systems.
The Commission sponsored Land Use Policy Forums with the Developers' Roundtable
on June 29, 2000 and July 19, 2000. On August 16, 2000, the Commission sponsored
a joint input session for developers and Chamber of Commerce members, held an input
session with members of the City Management Team, Boards and Commissions, and
then hosted an open house for the general public to review the maps.
The purpose of these meetings was to receive input regarding potential growth areas
and future land use in and around the City of Dubuque. The general public also has
had the opportunity to review and comment on the future land use map through a self-
guided display at the Public Library.
The Commission plans to recommend a 2020 Future Land Use Map to the City Council
later this month. The 2020 Future Land Use Map will serve as an interim map, until
data fi'om the 2000 Census are available for a more extensive update, The 2020
Future Land Use Map will provide a guide for rezoning and subdivision decisions within
the current city limits. The Commission will use the joint City/County planning process
to propose future land uses for fringe area growth and development next year.
On November 18, 2000, the Commission will hold a public hearing on the proposed
2020 Future Land Use Map at 7:00 p.m. in the Library Auditorium. All members of the
public are encouraged to attend.
Our Community's Ge~-!s Revi~.-~--: Evaluation of the Goals and Obiectives of the
t995 Comprehensive Plan
The third component of the 2000 Update to the 1995 Comprehensive Plan is Our
Community's Goals Rev/s/ted. This component involves the evaluation of the Plan's
goals and objectives adopted in 1995.
Comprehensive Plan Update
Page 3
A stakeholders meeting was held on September 13, 2000, at which participants
reviewed data collected on community indicators along with the adopted
Comprehensive Plan, in order to propose updated goals and objectives. The general
public also has had the opportunity to review and comment on the goals and objectives
through a self-guided display at the Public Library.
Commissioners are using this input for an in-depth study of the goals and objectives for
the Plan's 14 elements; four elements have been reviewed to date. Following this
study, the Commission will present a recommended set of goals and objectives to the
City Council in the Spring of 2001.
Joint City/County planning Droc-__-= for fri~e area erowth and d=v~;opi~,~ I
In addition to the 2000 update of the Comprehensive Plan, the Commission has two
committees working on related projects: a joint City/County planning process for fringe
area growth and development, and a downtown comprehensive planning process. A
progress report on the joint planning effort follows. A recommendation for the
downtown comprehensive planning process is presented under separate cover.
With support from the City Council, Dubuque County Board of Supervisors and East
Central Intergovernmental Agency, the Commission has formed a joint City/County
Planning Committee. The Committee includes Commission members, the County
Zoning Administrator, an EClA staff planner, and a member of the County Zoning
Commission. The purpose of this Committee is to work with in conjunction with
Dubuque County's comprehensive plan update to plan jointly for future growth and
development in the two-mile fringe areas around Dubuque.
As an initial step, this committee will host an educational workshop on fringe area
planning for local government officials throughout Dubuque County on January 18,
2001.. We ask that City Council members set aside time for this workshop, and to
watch for an upcoming invitation providing information about this session.
The Commission appreciates the City Council's support of long-range planning, and
looks forward to working with the City Council as we plan for our City's exciting future.
Sincerely,
Mary Lynn Neumeister, Chairperson
Long Range Planning Advisory Commission
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
MEMORANDUM
November 2, 2000
TO:
The Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
FROM:
Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager
SUBJECT: Downtown Planning
The Downtown Planning Group approved by the City Council and the City of Dubuque Long
Range Planning Advisory Commission have jointly developed a Downtown Planning Strategy.
This recommendation identifies a multi-step process and a $50,000 budget.
Dubuque Main Street Ltd. sees the possibility of-up to $20,000 in grants available to assist with
this project. Therefore a $30,000 request would be made through the Fiscal Year 2002 budget
process. It is unicnown at this time how much funding will be available through the budget
process and how this request will compete with other requests.
Michael C. Van Milligen
MCVM/jh
Attachment
cc: Barry' Lindahl, Corporation Counsel
Tim Moerman, Assistant City Manager
Pauline Joyce, Administrative Services Manager
Laura Carstens, Planning Services Manager
Ms. Mary Lynn Neumeister, Chairperson, Long Range Planning Advisory Commission
Planning Services Department
50 West 13th Street
Dubuque, Iowa 52001-4864
Phone (319) 589~2t0
Fax (319) 589-4221
Michael Van Milligen, City Manager
City of Dubuque
50 W. 13t~ Street
Dubuque, IA 52001
SUBJECT: Downtown Comprehensive Plan Process
Dear Mr. Van Milligen:
October 20, 2000
This letter transmits the recommendations of the Long Range Planning Advisory
Commission (LRPAC) regarding the Downtown Comprehensive Plan process.
BACKGROUND
On May 1, 2000, Commissioner David Rusk addressed the City Council regarding City
sponsorship of a comprehensive downtown planning process, proposed by the
Downtown Planning to Plan Group, a task force formed at the Housing Action
Conference in February, 2000. The Downtown Planning to Plan group was comprised
of a broad cross section of community interests and leadership who concluded that a
downtown master plan could serve as a leverage opportunity to meet our critical
community needs of adequate housing, community growth and quality of life. The
Downtown Comprehensive Planning to Plan Group's proposal is provided again for
your review in Attachment 1.
The City Council referred the proposal for a downtown comprehensive plan to you,
asking you to work with the LRPAC, and then come back with a recommendation for
City Council action.
In June, 2000, you asked the LRPAC to discuss how a process similar to that used for
Vision 2000 and the Riverfront Plan could be used for the Downtown Comprehensive
Plan, what the costs might be, and how this process could be supported. To respond to
your request, the LRPAC formed the Downtown Planning Committee, which includes
the members of the Downtown Planning to Plan Group and two more LRPAC members.
The Downtown Planning Committee met several times to develop a recommended
process, geographic scope, and estimated budget for creation of a Downtown
Comprehensive Plan. The Committee's recommendations were reviewed and
discussed by the LRPAC on October 18, 2000. The LRPAC concurred with all
recommendations made by the Downtown Planning Committee.
Service People Integrity Responsibility Innovation Teamwork
Memo on Downtown Comprehensive Plan Process, Geographic Scope and Budget
Page 2
DISCUSSION
The LRPAC concurs with the Committee's recommendations for the process,
geographic scope and budget for creation of a comprehensive downtown plan. The
recommended process, geographic scope and estimated budget are described below.
Recommended Process
The LRPAC has reaffirmed the [our-step process originally presented by the Downtown
Planning to Plan Group for the Comprehensive Downtown Planning Process:
_1_;..Create a shared community vision for Downtown Dubuque -"Vision Downtown".
2. Assess the Vision relative to reality.
3. Assess the Vision and reality relative to existing plans.
4. Create a comprehensive downtown master plan based on the Vision and
assessments.
Based on the recommendations of the Downtown Planning Committee, the LRPAC
recommends that the City focus on the process, scope and budget for the initial step of
the overall process: "Vision Downtown". This first step in the overall planning process
is designed to develop a shared community vision for Downtown Dubuque. The
recommended process for "Vision Downtown" follows the format used for the Vision
2000 community visioning process in 1990 - 1992. The "Vision Downtown" process
would involve the following seven steps:
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
Community Meeting 1
Citizen Survey
Create Draft Vision
Community Meeting 2
Reactor Group Validation
Survey Validation
Publish Final Document "Vision Downtown"
Attachment 2 provides more detail about the "Vision Downtown" process.
Geoqraphic Scope
After considerable discussion of alternatives, the Downtown Planning Committee
recommended that the geographic scope of this planning process be the service area
of Dubuque Main Street Limited (DMSL). The LRPAC concurs with the Committee's
recommendation for the following reasons.
· DMSL has collected business-related data about the downtown for at least ten
years; this data could be used in the planning process.
· Officials with the City of Dubuque and the Chamber of Commerce have
Memo on Downtown Comprehensive Plan Process, Geographic Scope and Budget
Page 3
recommended that the geographic scope of the downtown plan be limited to the
jurisdiction of Dubuque Main Street Limited for manageability.
· Expanding the scope beyond the DMSL service area increases the cost of the
process, particularly for data collection.
· DMSL staff is available to assist with planning efforts within their service area; their
involvement in a larger area beyond their jurisdiction would be very limited.
By keeping the process within the DMSL area, the process is eligible (on a
competitive basis) for grants from the National Main Street Center.
The service area of Dubuque Main Street Limited is shown in the attached map.
Estimated Budget
An estimated budget for the Downtown Vision process was developed after a review of
the City's previous community-wide visioning, public relations and ptanning efforts, and
the experience of Dubuque Main Street Ltd. and the State Main Street Office with
similar studies.
The estimated cost for the Downtown Vision process would entail a budget of
approximately $50,000. This estimate includes consultants to facilitate the vision
process, and to develop and implement a PR campaign; the PR campaign costs; a
honorarium for a nationally recognized speaker; the development and distribution of a
citizen validation survey; and the printing and distribution of a "Vision Downtown"
document similar to the "Vision 2000" document.
More information on the estimated budget is provided in the attached memo from
Planning Services Manager Laura Carstens to the Downtown Planning Committee.
RECOMMENDATION
The LRPAC recommends that the City Council approve the seven-step "Vision
Downtown" process, with the geographic scope to be the DMSL service area and a
budget of $50,000 to implement this first step in the creation of a comprehensive
downtown planning process.
Sincerely,
Mary Lynn Neumeister, Chairperson
Long Range Planning Advisory Commission
Date: May I, 2000
To: Hon. Mayor and City Council, City of Dubuque
- - F~r~z~: ~Cbmpre~n~ive Planning to Plan Group
(An Action Initiative Task Force from the Community Housing Summit
Action Conference.)
Subject: City sponsorship of comprehensive do~vntown planning process
INTRODUCTION
,, ~ g process/or me area mom and to be de
· Down_town ~D. ubuque and that that nrc~,~ ~ ;~-~ .... fined as
Long mange Planning Advisory Com'-iir~on~'~P~'~e~.._e._nted ~t;i'n-oug~ thee City of Dubuque
,a-~stance lrom ~e .oowntown
Com. prehensive Planning to Plan Group, and, further, that -
pamc/pative and inclusive visionino e' .... - the process include a highly
relative to current realit' ~ ~Lnc-m' an assessment of the resulfin - - '-
~_ ( . ~es and also to emsnn~, ,4 .......... :g shared v~smn
,-umprenenslve master nlan fO" ,h~ ,4 ....... t, ,i,,,,-u~? m~u, nnally, tile creatmn of an u
r '-'- -~'.- uw}vatown O&geo on rile shai'ed corflnl ' . . pdated
BACKGROUND umty v~s~on.
· . On February I 1, approximateli80 individuals came together at a Housing Summit
Action Conference sponsored by the City of Dubu ue .'
mv~ted attendees included or~ ~..4,__~ ~ q! Housing Services De e
realt___, ,~,.uums ~e ,. ......:~.. ,__ ~ t:artm nt. The
from commerce, essential services, honsina deveto ,y ~r.~aers, represenlatives
go. F, om n-ho ay oe rs,
rmxed groups, in stakehoIder groups, and together as a whole, came seven Action Initiative
Task Forces whose work is to provide the strategic directions and actions that will form the
Consq. lia Plan
for Housing, Community and Econornic
t,~v*~,,.,,,, ax*a wm consequently guide khe investment of Over $20 million over the next
five years.
The Downtown Comprehensive Planning to Plan Grou is e
o~ne_.o.£ thefieven task forces and was ch,'~ ..... , .... P th name adopted by
tmon ora comprehensive master ~'~_2 ~ t.many renect ~ts miss/on o£ spurt/ua th'e
several meetings since the February ~_~_[tor lao.wn~wn Dubuque. The group bas
· *,*~y cumerence ~o cnscnss the
planmng, the need for a fresh and ree~--' .... . state of downtown 1
the broader corn - '-'-- ** g, xz. eo aowntown launin P a'm5 and
. mumty, and strate~es f,, ~,-~- . P. , g effort that would en oe
comprener~ve downtown master~ ,o;r?,~oaching and implementing trt~y gag
efforts o~h~h?~°~ ur~P,h-a~- ~vi,ew.ed, ou~r community visioning and corn re .' . ·
· ~,~ ~o ~ aha a,so me Downtown De,,,-~ ..... p hens~ve planmng
includecl an overview of downtown districts and rece ' ' -
-'-*,-'r, ment awategy of January 1998 which
down~o~vn ti ' · . nt activity relative to them the
traf m c~rculat~on study, ten nnor down
.... v a~wn sma~es, and a downtown
redevelopment strategy_ which in turn included an
~maat~ves, and potenti~ initiatives, h/storic overview of recent and future
The group also di " '
scussed Smart Growlh' Concepts and strategies and the
confluence of Community development issues that have a focus on the downtown. These
include provision for housrag altemanves across the af£ordability scale, commercial
development and redevelopment, neighborhood revitalization, and historic properties
preservation, among others.
DISCUSSION
The Downtown Comprehensive Planning to Plan Group is a broad cross section of
community interests and leadersh/p that Came to~ether over a COmmon interest in seeing
Downtow6 Dubuque reach a potential beyond w~hat it today enjovs. The group was actually
rooted m the Housing Acuon Conference throu~ a shared reCOgnition that the availability
of adequate hous/n,, is critical t ...... '- ~ -
. = ~ ~umiaanlp,' ~rowtll alld ' '
concluded that our downtown is a leverage DrT,'~rmni,,, :l,3~t~.i-ty. °f hfe..The group .has
. . rr- ,, ,g*,*uv= to meeting the housing
challenge but also to meeung other community needs 3.s well.
It is our dowmown, nestled below the magnificent bluffs thai shape its western
border, and proximate to the great
· river that mm.just to its east, that is the true heart of our
cttv. It best reflects our community's character and ia heritage. It best defines the sense of
pk~ce that is Dubuque. The downtSwn belonns to our entire community. It is the traditional
center of our community and a key source ofour communi .ty pride.
There have been a number of events recent/v, in addition to the Community
Housing Summit Action Conference, wh/ch point tD the good timing for a reneweit focus
on downtown planning: The Council tabled ambir/ous renovation plans for Town Clock
Pl..~a~_ over.a confin, u. ed lack of agreemant over the b~t apprc~,-h
recent semt~i-n=toric pres-eh'ar, on initiTff~To{~.,~.5 ' . :5:- '2 mt~ing~ area.-A
,, -,~,~ latUv~mg Ior alfordable housing
in dowmown and Other older neighborhoods brought together a unique l:~$Inersh/p of the
Center for Dubuque Hiitorv, the City of Dubuque Historic Preservalion Commission, the
Dubuque ' - ' . -
Court .ty H~stoncal Socmty, the Siam Historical Society, City of Dubuque Housing
Sen'ices, the Dubuque .
Board of Realtors and the Dubuque Area Chamber of Commerce.
Dubuque Main Street Ltd. held what has become an annual seminar of upper level
~na~en~..al../-I°vte5 le"et com.m..e~r..m, al nsc of exlstlng, often .hi.'stoncally significaat, buildin s
12 nth'veed~/:'~loR~emenntl:t~iao~aVr t:i~;v~ fstrat~'ltee~i~ btbP~nd;n~4O~llr~Ommunlty com.ali!tm~l~t
. ax mere a need for thoughtful
dialogue on impacts and opportunities relative to the downtown. As a backdrop to alt of
this. the annual budget presentation of the Cia' of Dubuque EcOnomic Development
De~ent £enlumd us a majo~r theme, a 'Smhrt Grotvth" ap roach to CO
dex elopmenr and redevelor~m,.nt mn,-,=-----' --. , P mmumtv
inctudm anmng - · --v,~=caung a miancea approach to urban gro~Oth which
its stategies investment and reinvesanent in our city center.
· There have tx-eh man}- tans and ,, , -
de.x?to,pv~,e.nt and redevelopmen~ We ,vo~i~-~r~,i ~'-a2r- d lost?, ri.g, ,d. owntown
w~ a mimtv inclusive and hi,,h~-. -~---:-, .. }~-~. ,u *mummerm ommang on these efforls
~ - s,-: voaucxpam e process of building consensus.and
p)~'~, ers,hip of plans and programs in the broader communl
..~i~on -~,that the process of COmmunity en~,aoement-i~t.3'_~W..e._h~.v,e learn, ed_iihrough
~o, mmnux ue~en,es an om~onuni~- to ~,,,,;- aL=.2'°'' ;o '*.L-ywcnm engine. The broader
-, - ,,'-,i-, u~:~mine wnza kand of downtown we have.
This concept ol comman~tv ',~-slom~g ~s at rite heart of a process we recommend for the
developmm~i of a compreh'eusive muster plan for the downtown.
The recommended Downtown Comprehensive Planning
Nmic elements: Process consists of four
- Ca-.~te a Shared Community
- A .... . . Vision for DOwntown Dubuque
sscss the Vmion relatn.e to rmliiv
o As.,~.-s.s the Vision ;md Re',flitv relative to existing plans
° Creme a Ctm~prehensive Do~'vmown lVlaster Plan
The final prtxtuct could be something tm the order ora mini version of the City
Con~preheusive Phm. This is consistem with the strategy of the City Long Range Plannin
Advisory Commis.,~ion in implementing neight:rorhocd p'lanning initiatives, g
CONCLUSION
City Council sponsorship is crucial to ensur/ng the success of this effort. The
Council. representine the interests of the c/tv of Dubuque, is a kev stakeholder in the future
or' Downtown Dubuque. City resources in tlrie form of staff support and funding will
necessary. The council is itself an experienced v~sloning and planning lxx:iv and can help
guide the prccess. CIearlv th/s effort is in need of city ownership and authorization to
proceed. '
_RECOMMENDED ACTION
It is recommended that the City Council officially endorse and sponsor a
comprehenslve planmng process for the area kno~-n and to be defined as "Downtown
Du "
buque and that that process be implement, ed throug, h the Ci~, of Dubuque Lon~ Range
Ptanrdng Advisolw Commission with assistance from the Down{town Comprehensive
Plan-nine to Plan ~3roup, and, further, that the process include a '.o
Inclusive v~s,onine element ~ .......... ,_ .~ . , hi_Nv pamclpative and
o~ me resulting snared ", 1sion relative to current
realities and also to existing plans, and, finally, the creation of an updated comprehensive
master plan for the downtown based on the sfiared COmmuniD- vision.
Attachments: Roster, Downtown Comprehensive Plannine to Plan Group
Downtown Development Strategy, January. '~998.
Downtown COmprehensive
Planning Process
· Create a shared community vision
for Downtown Dubuque - "Vision Downtown"
· Assess the Vision relative to reality.
· Assess the Vision and reality relative
to existing plans.
· Create a comprehensive downtown master plan
(Based on the vision and assessments.)
Vision Downtown
Visioning process overview
I1
III
COMMUNITY MEETING I
- Community-wide participation at central/downtown site (Five Flags ?)
- Set stage with "what if" presentation by nationally recognized speaker.
- Breakout sessions w/facilitators to dream/vision ideal downtown
(Furnish crib/discussion points to facilitator, capture results on chart paper).
- Distribute/collect citizen survey.
CITIZEN SURVEY
- Distribute/collect community wide. (Weekend of Community Meeting I)
CREATE DRAFT VISION'
- Independent third party to organize input & draft vision
statements/goals and objectives into dimensions/elements as draft vision document.
IV
COMMUNITY MEETING II
- Test draft vision.
- Update as necessary.
V
REACTOR GROUP VALIDATION
- Test again w/group representatives.
VI SURVEY VALIDATION
- Scientific random sampling telephone interviews to validate vision.
VII PUBLISH FINAL DOCUMENT "VISION DOWNTOWN"
NOTES: - Need to ID scope, time frames, costs, support needs.
- Community-wide participation and inclusiveness is critical - the downtown belongs to all of us.
- Package/market participation strongly (logo, "campaign strategy")
- Enlist media as partners (PSA's, editorials, etc.)
- Broad supplemental mailing campaign to various stakeholder groups.
- Special issue City Focus, community newsletters, etc.
Recommended Geographic Scope of Downtown Comprehensive Plan
(Dubuque Main Street Limited Service Area)
500 1000 Fee~
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
MEMORANDUM
October 9, 2000
TO:
Downtown Planning Committee
_EROM:
Laura Carstens, Planning Services Manager~
SUBJECT: Estimated Scope for Downtown Vision Process
This memo provides an estimated scope for the Downtown Vision process discussed at
the Committee's last meeting. This process follows the same format as the Vision 2000
community visioning process, and includes the 7 steps listed below:
1. Community Meeting I
2. Citizen survey
3. Create draft vision
4. Community Meeting II
5. Reactor group validation
6. Survey validation
7. Publish final document "Vision Downtown"
The Committee asked me to identify the scope, time frames, costs, and support needs for
the proposed Downtown Vision process. As we discussed, the process must include
community-wide participation and inclusiveness, as well as a broad supplemental mailing
campaign to various stakeholder groups. The process also is to have a public relations
campaign strategy, to market participation and enlist media partnerships.
Based on the Committee's discussion, I reviewed some of the City's previous community-
wide visioning, public relations and planning efforts to develop an estimated scope for the
Downtown Vision process. I considered the 1990 - 1992 Vision 2000 process, the
February, 2000 Housing Action Conference, the Census 2000 public relations campaign,
the 1990-1995 Comprehensive Plan process, and the Comprehensive Plan update now
underway. I also discussed with Dan LoBianco the experience of Dubuque Main Street
Ltd. and the State Main Street Office with similar studies.
The City does not have staff available to support the Downtown Vision process, so a
consultant or consultants will be needed to provide a broad range of services required.
Based on this information, I estimate that the Downtown Vision process would entail a
budget of approximately $50,000 for the DMSL service area only, with the following
elements:
$20,000-25,000
Consultant or consultants to facilitate the vision process, and develop
and implement a PR campaign
$10,000- 15,000
$2,500 - 5,000
PR campaign consisting of advertising, broad supplemental mailing,
printing, postage, photocopying, supplies, rentals, etc.
fee/honorarium and expenses for nationally recognized speaker
$2,500 - 5,000 development, distribution and validation of citizen survey
If the process is for the larger area recommended by the Committee at last month's
meeting, then the budget will be doubled, or $100,000.
There are no funds budgeted for the Downtown Vision process at this time.
As Dan noted at the Committee's last meeting, he is limited to providing support primarily
to the DMSL service area. In addition, Dan has noted that grants of $2,000 - 20,000 are
available for these types of projects that occur within Main Street areas. The grants would
not be available for the process if it involved the larger area selected last month.
The DMSL area also provides an easier area for data collection and trend analysis. The
larger area will involve greater expense for data collection by consultants,
The time frame for this process is estimated to be 9 to 12 months (possibly 18 months).
The process, if funded by the City Council, could begin July 1,2001, the start of the City's
fiscal year. The consultant selection process could begin in mid March, 2001, after
adoption of the budget by the City Council. A consultant contract could be finalized by
June, 2001, so that the process could begin in July, 2001.
This memo is provided for your discussion.
Attachment
November 1, 2000
Dubuque City Council.
City Hall
50 West. 13~ Street
Dubuque, IA 52001
DearMa_ygrDdggan and Council Members: -~ - --
Th? ,Boayd o~.~tors Of the Dub_uque. Area chamber r~f Commerce wisfi/S~0 commduz/ti5 ~.~ ' ' .-
on ~ agenda'.item' fo/:'your N0~vember 6~-~0uit~il n/0,etifi'~ dofl-~ng:d0~iit6wn ;:
comprehensive planning.
The.Chamber stron~y supports the development ofla comprehensive ~ision and plan for~:
the dow~.'town area and, therefore, is supportive of thc DoWntown Planning-t0-Plan T~ski
Force's misSiOn to proceed with that effort: Thc Ch~flber,.in tm, is c0rfimitted to ...
participating and providing input in to that process to assist in the successful development~ ,.
of a dowmown plan. ' "- * * -
While we do not have a specific recommendation regarding the allocation of support, we'
do encourage you to provide the task for~e with the necessary resources to accomplish
their missiom..Whether you determine those.resources .to be provided by city staff
support, the use'of outside consulting assistance or by other-possibilities, the Chamber ~f~' '~
Commerce would greatly appreciate your support to move this process forward.
Thank you for your consideration.
Sincerely,
Richard J. Young
Chairman of the Board
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
MEMORANDUM
November 2, 2000
TO:
FROM:
SUBJECT:
The Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager
Burbach Charitable Contribution
Leisure Services Manager, Gil Spence is recommending that the City accept the donation of a
49,700 square foot parcel of tand from Carl and Mary Ann Burbach. The property is located at
the end of Welu Drive and is adjacent to the City-owned Medical Associates Greenbelt. It could
be used as part of the C.i_ty park system.
I concur with the recommendation and respectfully request Mayor and City Council approval.
ichael C Van M' ~g
MCVM/jh
Attachment
cc: Barry Lindabl, Corporation Counsel
Tim Moerman, Assistant City Manager
Gil Spence, Leisure Services Manager
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
MEMORANDUM
October 19, 2000
TO: Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager
FROM: Gil D. Spence, Leisure Services Manager
SUBJECT: Burbach Charitable Contribution
INTRODUCTION
The purpose of this memorandum is to provide a recommendation on the offer of Cad
J. And Mary Ann Burbach to make a charitable contribution of land to the City for park
purposes.
DISCUSSION
At its October 16th meeting the City Council received and filed and referred to the City
Manager a letter from Brian J. Kane communicating the proposed charitable contri-
bution from Carl J. and Mary Ann Burbach of Lot 22 of Sunset Park Eighth Addition.
This lot is 49,700 square feet located at the end of Welu Drive, southwest of the Penn
Place Apartments. The property is adjacent to the Medical Associates Greenbelt and
could provide access to that property.
This neighborhood is a mix of single family homes, duplexes, and apartments. The size
and location of the property would lend itself to a tot lot park aimed at youth eight years
old and younger. Usha Park is several blocks away, across Pennsylvania Avenue, and
will serve older children of the area. This park would provide the parents with real
young children a park in their immediate neighborhood that they could walk to.
ACTION STEP
The action requested is that the City Council accept the offer of Cad J. and Mary Ann
Burbach to donate Lot 22 of Sunset Park Eighth Addition.
GDS:et
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
MEMORANDUM
November 2, 2000
TO:
The Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
FROM: Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager
SUBJECT: Barge Fleeting on the Mississippi River
On February 7th the City Council directed that staff discuss with Artco Fleeting options for barge
fleeting in Dubuque now that they were losing approximately 60 spaces they lease along the 4th
Street Peninsula. After reviewing the six sites identified by Artco for possible fleeting, Artco
advised that the site along City Island, just south of the Wisconsin Bridge, was probably the only
practical site.
Several steps were taken during the process, including:
· Survey of cities with barge fleeting
· Examination through the Dubuque Metropolitan Area Transportation Study of the history
of barge fleeting in Dubuque
· Review of the February 7th Barge Fleeting Proposal from Artco through several meetings
with the local representative, Brent Nissen
· Artco parked 35 barges in the proposed site and pictures were taken from Highway
61/151
· An appraisal was obtained for the proposed site assuming 24 barges would be allowed to
fleet there
Several calls and letters of opposition have been received to this barge fleeting location.
I now need direction from the City Council on the next step. If the process is to proceed I
respectfully recommend that a Request for Proposals be issued and a Public Hearing be set for
December 4th to consider the responses to that Request for Proposals.
I would further recommend that the minimum requirements in the proposals be as follows:
· Up to 24 barges would be fleeted
· The minimum acceptable payment would be $38,000 per year
· The lease would be for a five-year period
· The City could cancel the lease at any time with a six-month notice
· The Lessee would be responsible for constructing and maintaining the necessary
improvements for fleeting, including any approvals that would be needed
The City would not reimburse the Lessee for any improvements, including dredging
The Lessee would remove the barges for dragon boat festivals, canoeing events, or
fishing tournaments for up to three events per year and for up to three-day periods, with a
thirty day notice from the City.
Michael C. Van Milligen ~..
MCVM/jh
Attachments
cc: Barry Lindahl, Corporation Counsel
Tim Moerman, Assistant City Manager
Mike Koch, Public Works Director
Patdine Joyce, Administrative Services Manager
Mr. Brent Nissen, Manager, Artco Fleeting Services, P.O. Box 585, Cassville, WI 53806
Mr. Gary Newt, Newt Marine, 5 Jones Street, Dubuque, IA 52001
Mr. Walter Hartman, President, Dubuque County Conservation Society, P.O. Box 645,
Dubuque, IA 52004-0645
Mr. Ray Weigel, President, Dubuque County Conservation Society, P.O. Box 645,
Dubuque, IA 52001
Mr. Chris Buckleitner, East Central Intergovernment Association, P.O. Box 1140,
Dubuque, IA 52004-1140
Mr. Wilfred Bahl, Dubuque County Board of Supervisors, Dubuque County Courthouse,
Dubuque, IA 52001
Mr. Charles L. Baule, P.E., Dubuque County Highway Department, Box 409A, RR~2,
Dubuque, IA 52001
Mr. James Grafelman, Assistant Environmental Impact Coordinator, Wisconsin
Department of Natural Resources, 3911 Fish Hatchery Road, Fitchburg, WI
53711-5397
Mr. Gerald Bade, Fish & Wildlife Biologist, United States Department of Interior, 1830
Second Avenue, Second Floor, Rock Island, IL 61201
Mr. Robert D. Hudson, Dubuque Harbor Service, P.O. Box 585, Cassville, WI 53806
Mr. Earl S. Brimeyer, Vice President Dubuque Dragon Boat Association, 2455 Kerper
Blvd., Dubuque, IA 52001
Mr. David C. Sherman, President, Iowa Coaches Tour and Travel, P.O. Box 3220,
Dubuque, IA 52004
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
MEMORANDUM
October 31, 2000
To: Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager
From: Tim Moerman, Assistant City Manager
RE: Barge Fleeting on the Mississippi River
Purpose
The purpose of this memo is to provide you information on the request by the City
Council to explore potential alternatives for barge fleeting in Dubuque.
Background
The City received a request from the American River Fleeting Company (Artco) for an
additional barge fleeting site in Dubuque in February of 2000. They currently have a
lease for barge fleeting along the Fourth Street Peninsula; however, the construction of
the new riverwalk on the peninsula will eliminate this site for barge fleeting. The City
Council gave direction to City staff in February to explore other sites along the river for
potential barge fleeting. Information has been gathered on the issue is listed below and
highlighted according to the topic and attachments.
Discussion
Survey of cities with barge fleeting
A survey was conducted in November of 1999 to see how barge fleeting occurring in
other cities along the river. I contacted individuals in six cities and asked them various
questions about barge fleeting. Attached is a copy of the survey results.
Barge fleeting history on Fourth Street
Steve Williams, DMATS Senior Transportation Planner, submitted a letter on the history
of barge fleeting in Dubuque. Attached is a copy of the letter.
Artco Barge Fleeting Proposal
Brent Nissen, Manager for Artco, submitted a barge fleeting proposal for City Council
consideration at the February 7, 2000 City Council meeting. The proposal and
presentation requested that the City examine six sites with potential for providing barge
fleeting spaces to replace the spaces eliminated from the Fourth Street Peninsula.
Attached is a copy of Artco' s Barge Fleeting Proposal.
The proposal included (1) the area on the east side of City Island, south of the Wisconsin
Bridge; (2) the area east of the Brewery; (3) Peosta Channel; (4) the area along the 12th
Street Peninsula; (5) the 16th Street Detention Basin; (6) the area on the west side of
Dove Harbor.
City staff conducted a review of the sites submitted by Artco and met with a
representative from Artco for a discussion on their potential. There was agreement that
some of the sites were not good candidates for barge fleeting for logistical reasons. The
16th Street detention basin had no access for barges and was not feasible. The area in the
Peosta Channel is not deep enough for barges and the hiidge limits access. The area
along the 12th Street Perfinsula is located between two wing dams and would be hard to
navigate.
The area east of the Brewery was eliminated because of it is directly in front of the
riverwalk. The area on the west side of Dove Harbor is leased to another firm and has a
capacity of only four to eight barges. This analysis left the area along City Island as the
site with the most potential for barge fleeting.
Pictures of the site from the Wisconsin Bridge
City stafftook photographs of the site from the Wisconsin Bridge, while Artco had 35
barges parked there for the photographs, to determine the number of barges that could be
fleeted without being clearly seen from the bridge. Copies of the photographs are
attached.
Map of the barge fleeting site
City smffthen prepared a map of the site with the boundaries being the area with fleeting
three barges deep and eight barges wide. A copy of the map is attached.
Appraisal of proposed barge fleeting site
The next step for City staff was to conduct an appraisal of the property when used for
barge fleeting purposes. Roy R. Fisher, Inc. conducted the appraisal using the area sized
to fleet twenty-four barges. The appraisal valued the property for lease at $38,000 per
year. A copy of the summary of the appraisal is attached.
The next step in the process is to issue a Request For Proposal (RFP) for the lease of this
property. City staffwould prepare the RFP for City Council review. If the form of the
RFP is approved it would be issued to the public for proposals.
The RFP could include terms such as the following:
· The lease would be for a five-year period
The City could cancel the lease at any time with a six-month notice
· The Lessee would be responsible for constructing and maintaining the
necessary improvements for fleeting, including any approvals that would
be needed
· The City would not reimburse the Lessee for any improvements, including
dredging
The Lessee would remove the barges for dragonboat festivals, canoeing
events, or fishing tournaments for up to three events per year and for up to
three-day periods, with a thirty day notice from the City
Recommendation
I recommend that the City Council review the above information and give City staff
direction on preparing an RFP for leasing the property.
Cc
Barry Lindahl, Corporation Counsel
Mike Koch, Public Works Director
City of Dubuque Survey
Barge Fleeting Policies for Cities
November, 1999
Purpose of the survey: To see how other cities along the Mississippi River are accommodating
barge fleeting and balancing it with tourism and recreation needs of the river.
Cities on the Survey:
Red Wing, Minnesota
Winona Minnesota
La Crosse, Wisconsin
Clinton, Iowa
Davenport, Iowa
Muscatine, Iowa
Ouestions for Cities:
RW Myron White 651-385~3697
WI Judy Bodway 507-457-8250
LC Bob Fisher 608-785-9396
CL 319-242-2144
DA Charlie Hesston 3t9-326-7756
MU Larry Wolf 319-264-1550
1. Do you have barge fleeting along your city limits?
RW Yes, 20 spaces in two places, serving 3 businesses
WI Yes, 60 spaces in a separate commercial harbor serving 5 businesses
LC Yes, 63 spaces on a City fleeting site serving 8 businesses
CL Yes, 24 spaces and a municipal dock
DA No
MU No, in fact there is a "No Parking Zone" ordinance for barges
2. Do you have barge fleeting near your city limits?
If yes to questions 1 and 2, how many businesses are served by barges and how many
barges are fleeted at one time?
RW No
WI No
LC Yes
CL Yes, in Illinois, which serves 2 businesses
DA Yes, south of the city which serves 3 businesses
MU Yes, in Illinois; businesses also have their own facilities
If yes to questions 1 and 2, how many businesses are served by barges and how many
barges are fleeted at one time?
3. Do you have policies for thc location of barge fleeting along or near your city limits?
If so, what are they?
RW No
WI No
LC Yes, to keep the fleeting in particular areas
CL No, the barges are not seen by the public because of the floodwall
DA No
MU No
4. What is your city's general philosophy to barge fleeting along or near your city limits?
RW No philosophy
WI No philosophy
LC Barge fleeting is important because of the businesses it serves
CL No philosophy
DA There is a tendency toward reorienting the river toward recreation and tourism
MU The community does not want barge fleeting along the city portion of the river
5. How do you balance the barge fleeting with tourism and recreation needs of the river?
RW Most of the fleeting is in the commercial harbor which avoids conflict between the
different interests
WI The fleeting is confined and avoid the conflict between the different interests
LC There is not enough room for all interests and they have to work to accommodate both
CL There are no issues
DA Barges need to find different places to fleet than the city
MU There is no problem because barge fleeting is not allowed
6. Have you been approached in the recent past on barge fleeting opportunities?
If you have, what has been your response?
RW No
WI Yes, local businesses are interested in expanding their barge usage
LC Yes, they are having discussions on how to increase the number of spaces
CL No
DA No
MU No
7. Have you ever quantified the economic impact of river dependent businesses?
RW No
WI No
LC Yes, a plan will be completed in December
CL Yes, a report is being drafted
DA No
MU No
8. Have you ever quantified the economic impact of barge fleeting businesses on your
community?
RW No
WI No
LC See # 7
CL See # 7
DA No
MU No
9. Have there been any changes in the level of barge fleeting in your community?
RW No
WI Current users are expanding and needing more space for barge fleeting
LC There is more demand for barge fleeting
CL It changes constantly
DA There is more activity
MU It changes constantly
City of Dubuque Survey
Barge Fleeting Policies for Cities
Purpose of the survey: To see how other cities along the Mississippi River are accommodating
barge fleeting and balancing it with tourism and recreation needs of the river.
Questions for Cities:
1. Do you have barge fleeting along your city limits?
2. Do you have barge fleeting near your city limits?
If yes to questions 1 and 2, how many businesses are served by barges and how many
barges are fleeted at one time?
3. Do you have policies for the location of barge fleeting along or near your city limits?
If so, what are they?
4. What is your city's general philosophy to barge fleeting along or near your city limits?
5. How do you balance the barge fleeting with tourism and recreation needs of the river?
6. Have you been approached in the recent past on barge fleeting opportunities?
If you have, what has been your response?
7. Have you ever quantified the economic impact of river dependent businesses on your
coinmunity?
8. Have you ever quantified the economic impact of barge fleeting businesses on yom'
community?
9. Have there been any changes in the level of barge fleeting in your conununity?
Cities on the Survey:
Red Wing, Minnesota
Winona Minnesota
La Crosse, Wisconsin
Clinton, Iowa
Davenport, Iowa
Muscatine, Iowa
612-385-3612
507-457-8233
608-789-7510
319-242-2144
319~326-7763
31%264-1550
EAST CENTRAl. INTERGOVERNMENTAL ASSOCIATION
DUBUQUE METROPOLITAN AREA TRANSPORTATION STUDY
EASTERN IOWA REGIONAL HOUSING AUTHORITY
JOB TRAINiNG PROGRAMS (JTPA) (PJ) {WTW)
ECIA REGIONAL PLANNING AFFILIATION
E.C.I.A. BUSINESS GROWTH, INC.
MEMORANDUM
TO:
FROM:
DATE:
Michael Van Milligen, City Manager
Stephen Williams, DMATS Senior Transportation Planner
February 1, 2000
SUBJECT: DMATS Barge Fleeting Committee
Per your request I have reviewed the history of DMATS Barge Fleeting Committee and
adopted plan and have prepared the following summary:.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has statutory authority to regulate barge fleeting and
related activities as part of it's responsibility for inland navigation under the River and
Harbor Act of 1899 and Section 404 of the Clean Water Act. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife
Service (FWS) has authority to manage much of the Mississippi River waterfront in the
Dubuque area on the Illinois side as part of a wildlife refuge.
In the early 1980's two barge fleeting permits on the Illinois side of the river expired. At that
time, the FWS set the fees for the two sites at fair market value as of 1981 and reissued the
permits to the same parties. This practice was perceived to be anti-competitive and the FWS
received some criticism. The FWS determined that it would reevaluate it's permitting
practices. At the same time the FWS undertook a Refuge Master Han to provide policy
direction for it's management of the entire refuge. The FWS determined that k would not
consider new fleeting locations until the Refuge Master Plan was completed. One option
under consideration at that time was the leasing of FWS owned fleeting sites to urfits of local
government for marmgement in the best interests of the local communities.
At that time, concern arose among members of the public that fleeting sites could ultimately
be lost and that such a loss would have significant economic impact on the Dubuque area
due to the importance of barge shipping in the local economy. In addition, it was felt that
DMATS might be the appropriate org~niTation to provide local management to FWS owned
sites. Ultimately, the DMATS Barge Fleeting Committee was created to prepare a plan which
addressed these concerns. The committee consisted of 31 members representing local
shippers, teeters, conservationists and local, state and federal government agencies. The
committee prepared a plan which addressed both long and short term fleeting needs. The
plan that was adopted evaluated and prioritized existing and potential fleeting sites on the
Mississippi River in the Dubuque area. The highest priority of the plan was the retention of
existing fleeting sites. After adoption of the plan by the DMATS Policy Committee the
group suspended meeting until such time as the Refuge Master Plan was completed and the
FWS decided how k would manage permitting in the future.
Suite 330, Nesler Centre · P.O. Box 1140 * Dubuque, IA 52004-1140 · (319)556-4166 * Fax (319)556-0348
E-Mail: ecia@mwci.net
In 1988, the Fish and W~dlife Service completed it's plan and the accompanying EIS. At that
time, the permits for two fleeting sites on the lllinois side of the river on FWS property
expired. To preserve those sites, and also allow time for the development of a long term
approach to management by local governments, the sites were leased for one year by the
City of Dubuque and mb-leased to the existing permit holders. The City of Dubuque then
requested that the DMATS Artldes of Agreement be amended to allow DMATS to lease
barge fleeting sites and manage their use. Amendment to the Articles of Agreement required
the agreement of all the original signers of the agreement. Ultimately, two original signers,
the City of East Dubuque and the lllinois Department of Transportation did not agree to the
proposed revisions.
It was then determined that under the Iowa Code, the City of Dubuque could acquire or
lease and manage fleeting sites. In the meantime, the FWS decided'that for furore fleeting
permits k would accept bids that induded both cash payments and also land exchanges that
would increase the area of the refuge. In 1989, bids were requested for the two exist~g FWS
fleeting sites on the Illinois side of the Mississippi River. The City of Dubuque submitted
bids on both sites. The only other bids received were from the existing permit holders who
each proposed a combination of cash lease payments and land exchanges. The bids of the
existing permit holders were accepted and the permits issued.
There has been no activity by the DMATS Barge Fleeting Conmmittee since that time. Please
feel free to contact me if you have any other questions regarding the DMATS Barge Fleeting
Comm~ee.
ARTCO FLEETING SERVICES
TELEPHONE 608/725-2311
FAX 608/725-5044
May 4, 2000
City of Dubuque
city HaU
50 West 13a Street
Dubuque, IA 52001-4864
Attm Michael Van Milligen
Dear Mike,
As we progress to an applicable solution to the barge fleeting problem for the City of
Dubuque, Artco Fleeting Service officially requests the City to consider leasing the
Mississippi River kontage at City Island for the use of barge fleeting. The area is the
most viable place for fleeting use in the City-front region.
The site survey and picture taking that took place this week went well and I appreciate
the City taking the time and effort to work with us. I will be contacting your office or the
Engineering office next week to try and line up another meeting to discuss the future of
barge fleeting in Dubuque.
Sincerely,
Brent Nissen
Manager
ARTCO FLEETING SERVICES
TELEPHONE 608/725-2311
FAX 608/725~5044
March 9, 2000
City Managff
City Hall
50 West 13~ Slreet
Dubuque. IA 520014864
Atto: Michael Van Milligen
Thank you for the time speut last week at our meeting regarding fleeting space in Dubuque. I owe you
some information peaa~ing to capital outlays for the various projects discussed.
Install~g the fleeting area directly below the Highway 61/151 bridge on City Island would require the
installation of six con,ate deadmen buried in the bank with a shorewire attached to each deadman. Each
deadman costs approximately $200 each and each shorewire is about $250 each, totaling $2700: Labor
including a cxane on a barge and the boat to move it would take approximately four hours and cost $1600:
Total for inslalling the C'~y Island fleet would be $4300.
Imtulling a fleeting area between the wing dams outside of the Koch property would require the installation
of three pile struc~'es. The pilings would consist of a minimum of 13 pries per piling at a total cost of
$28,600 each, including labor, boat and ~e lime. To install 3 pilings would be a total of $85,800.
Both of the above projects should nut require any dredging, which would add substantial cost. Obviously,
Artco prefers the City Island site due to easier access and reduced cost of installation.
Regarding the topic of whether a lease would be required for the property outside of the Koch property, I
am berg told that any time you block access to the frontage property, a lease would be required.
According to the Fischer Prope~es lease terms, we owe an annual lease amount on April 1, 2000, which
covers April 1, 2000 through March 31,2001. Termination terms are us brows: If landlord wishes to
cancel lease, 60-day notice must be given and any prepaid lease money will be ratumed prorated. Tenant
has option not to renew at end of lease with a 90-day no~Tce. Our plans are to pay the lease amoant due
April 1, 2000.
If yon have any questions, please give me a call. I have a meeting set up with Mike Koch on March 15m to
do the sight smweys, hopefully we will be able to meet a~er that to discuss them.
Siacerely,
Brent Nissen
NOV-OI-O0 ~D 12:96 PM DUBUOL~ OITY
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DUBUOUE COUN'I'¥ ¢;oNSEI<VA't~ON SOCIETY
P.O. Box 645
DiJSUQUE, IOWA
P, 01
October 1), 2000
To The Mayor nmi
C£ty Council of Dubuque
OPPOSITION TO: PROPOSAL TO P. ELOCATE BARGE FLEETING
AREA TO SOUTHEAST PORTION OF SCHMITTfCITY ISLAND
Thc Board of Directors voted to reiterate the Jr
opposition to tho proposed relocation of the barge
fleeting area from ~outh of the railroad bridge to the
southeast portJtm of City Island. Wit}Lout repasting all
O[ Ott~ s~a~eman~s ~n our prior correspondence~ we oppose
th~ relogo~on for :~everal reasons. Fir~, it will
area. There are marimas and bomb lasRching areas on or
near both ends of City ],slnnd ~nd very heagy boat
traffic durlng the ~rm weather ~nths, Seeond~ the
proposed location provide~ habitat for a mumher of
wildlife specJos, which will be destroyed. %1%ird, the
proposed %~ze ts incompatible with the expressed purpose
a~d past use of the island, i~. recreational u~e. Our
society mminta'lned the Miller Riverview Conse~ation
Park area for ma~y years. We spent countless hours and
a ]o~ of money prm:~erving that area of City Island,
Since then various o~her recreational uses of the is]~nd
have come int~ being. We with others fought the
industrtaliza~ion of the island for yemrs.
We amk yo%~ to ~.onsidsr the en¥ironment and the citizens
of tile trl-,~tate area and deny ths ~ao of any port,on of
thc waters ad~nceet ~o City Island for bar§~ fleetin8
purposes, In this conjunction we believe you should set
a publle hearin~ with public i=put on the matter.
ce: Tel egrgph Herald
Yours Truly,
Walter l~rgman, Presidene
NEWT MARINE
5 JONES STREET
DUBUQUE, IOWA 52001
(319) 557-1855
October 10, 2000
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City Hall
50 West 13' Street
Dubuque, IA 52001
The Honorable Mayor and City Council Members:
RE: Barge fleeting on City Island
It has been brought to our attention that the City Council is being approached to approve barge
fleeting on City Island.
On July 29, 1983, Dubuque Barge and Fleeting Service, Inc. dgo/a Newt Marine Service
requested that the Dubuque City Council Dock Committee grant permission to do fleeting on City
Island. This proposal was denied by the city. Attached is a copy of the letter from the Dubuque
County Conservation Society and a copy of the summary from a study done by the Dubuque
Board of Dock Commissioners stating their objections to our request for fleeting (see
attachments). Among the objections:
* Environmental issues
* Entrance into the city from the Wisconsin Bridge
* Disfavor with location to Dog Track Facility
* Location to water-orientated recreation
* Political disfavor with location to commercial recreation-zoned property
I feel that the city made the best decision for the community, especially now with the city
emphasis on the Riverfiont Beautification. As a riverfront business, Newt Marine, along with its
sister company, Dubuque River Terminals, Inc. has worked with the city to enhance the view
from the Julien Dubuque Bridge. Why now would the city consider moving fleeting from one
visually unacceptable site to a even more obtrusive location?
Artco and Newt Marine currently share fleeting on Island #228, known as Catfish Fleet,
approximately 5 miles south of the city. In this fleeting area there are 186 barge spaces, which
are evenly divided between both companies. This division of fleeting space places both companies
on the same competitive basis. Dove Hafaor, which is located between the Julien Dubuque
Bridge and the Wisconsin Bridge, handles the majority of the commercial barge traffic in the c/ty
of Dubuque. In this harbor Artco can fleet roughly 10-]2 barges. Newt can fleet 9. Dove
Harbor, when used efficiently, allows us the advantage of having barges readily available for the
docks, and in mm, a place for finished barges to be held umil several barges can be moved to
catfish fleet at one time. This makes our trips to Catfish fleet fewer, more efficient and less
· costly.
Should the city approve Artco's request for fleeting offCity Island, Newt Marine Service should
be entitled to 50% of the fleeting area. If not, we are placed at a significant disadvantage. Newt
Marine would be working with the 30% higher cost that Anco refers to in their Barge Fleeting
Proposal statement presented to the City Council on February 7, 2000 (see attachment).
We strongly urge the council to consider these facts and base their decision on what will best
serve the community and the long term goals of the Riverfront Beautification Project.
Sincerely,
Newt Marine Service
Michael C. Van l~alligen
Terranco M_ Duggan .
John H. Markham
Roy Buol
Joseph T. Robbins
Patricia Cline
Daniel Nicholson
Ann Michalski
Tom flarkin
Charles Crrassely
)u uque Count Con er atlon ociet9
P. O. Box 645
DUBUQUE, IOWA
52001
RESIDENT
RANOL {RAY) WEIGE L
~ VICE PRESIDENT
MARY MILLER
AST PRESIDENTS
DAVID LEIFKER
GEORGE ~CHUMACHER
JUDGE JOHN CHALMERE
February 22, 1983
U.S. Department of the Interior
Regional Director, Fish and
wildlife Service
122 West 2nd Street
Winona, MN 85987
Dear Director:
This letter is in reference to a Barge Fleeting Special Use
Permit No. 146 issued to Newt Marine Service of Dubuque, IOwa.
Our interest in this matter concerns the 1984 renewal application
for the two Barge Fleeting sites located On islands at Mile 579
and 581.5 in re upper Mississippi River. It is our understanding
~hat this renewal application may not be reissued by your department.
The Dubuque County. Conservation Society is a 50 year old
conservation organization with a long successful history of active
participation in the conservation movement in the Tri-State Area.
The Society is presently invovled in the recreational planning
proces~ for Chaplin Schmidt Island with the Dubuque Dock Board.
This i~land has been the location f~y the Society's Riverview
Conservation Park (35 acEes) and now that the new Highway 151
bridge, is open, serves as a very beautiful gateway to our city as,
one~apprcache~ from the Wisco~sin side. of the river.
The shoreline belOw the new bridge (on the island) presently
under lease to Beecher Quarries has been regarded as a possible
Barge Fleeting site. This area probably will not be considered
for development as it could be' needed if Fish and Wildlife chose
not to renew Newt Marine's Fleeting application. The Dubuque
County Conservation Society, by unanimous vote of its Board of
Directors, wishes that Fish and Wildlife would extend Newt Marine
Service's application at present capacities to continue fleeting
on the islands at Mile 579 and 581.5. Newt Marine has a good
record of avoiding envizonmental damage at the present sites and
certaiD_ly the wildlife and habitual has acclimated to this use
during the past twenty years of fleeting.
P. O. Box 645
DUBUQUE, IOWA
52001
U.S. Department of the Interior
Page Two
February 21, 1983
RESIDENT
RANOL (RAY) WEIGEL
$! VICE PRESIDENT
MARy MILLER
AST PRESIDENTS
GAVIn LEIFKER
JACK MILLER
HAROLD HEDRICK
~CEASED PAST
~ESIDENTE
ROSS HARRIS
GEORGE SCHUMACHE R
HORACE POD LE
The Conservation Society further feels that the Chaplin
Schmidt Island area is a very poor alternate site as it would
be, 1} very noticeable from the new bridge, 2) force the
recreational boater to compete with the commercial interests for
the same water surface, and 3) cause unnecessary exposure to
the commercial interests 'by high wind and current with the
danger of runaway barges doing ~a~ag~ to the railroad bridge and
shore~in~ c~e~ercial s%ructure~.
.: .I am sure yc~ will find our. request:most unusual as the
Barge Fleeters and Conservation interests have traditionally
been at odds with regard to river use. We also agree that the
request is unusual but necessary. Much time has been spent
discussing the issue with the Dock Board and: Ne~t Marine and we
feel that the best interests of the cc~,anity, the future of the
river, and Newt Marine could be served by extension of the permit.
Our sOciety would be most pleased to discuss our request
with Fish and Wildlife at your convenience. A prompt reply would
be appreciated.
Sincerely,
Memorandum
DATE: September 7, 1984
TO: Ail Barge Fleeting Committee Members
FROM: Chris Buckleitner
Committee members' input on potential fleeting sites;
and Meeting date for September 19, 1984, 1:30 p.m.
E.C.I.A. Conference Room.
Please find a~tached all input received from committee mem-
bers as of 9:00 a.m. Friday, September 7. 'If more is re-
ceived it will be forwarded to the chairman of the committee
before the September 19 meeting.
NOTE: Attached is an agenda £or the fleeting co[~u~ittee-
meeting on the 19th.
DUBUQUE COUNTY COURTHOUSE
DUBUQUE. IOWA 52001
{339J 583-3511
Barge Fleeting Committee, ECIA
Suite 330 Nester Centre
P.O. Box 1140
Dubuque, Iowa 52001
August 28, 1984
Dear Committee:
This is how we rate these sALes:
LONG TERM
1. Catfish Creek South could be developed. Mile 577 to
578 right bank - 30 capacity.
2. Lower East side Chaplain Schmitt Island - 70 capacity
3. Mile 574.5 to 575 left bank - 60 capacity.
4. Mile 572 to 572.5 right bank - 40 capacity.
5. Mile 570 to 570.5 right bank - 50 capacity.
6. Upper Lake Peosta Channel - 200 capacity.
7. Lower Lake Peosta Channel - 12 capacity.
8. Betwe6n Dove Harbor and Peosta Channel - 40 capacity.
SHORT TERM
We believe that the existinR sites cou]d be expanded where
they are.
Wilfred 8ahl
Box 409A, R.R. #2
Dubuque, Iowa 52001
COUNTY
August 28, 1984
Phone 557-7283
7984
Barge Fleeting Committee, ECIA
Suite 330, Nesler Centre
P.O. Box ]140
Dubuque, Iowa 52001
Dear Committee:
This is how we rate these aiLes:
LONG TERM
I. Lower east side Chaplain Schmitt Island - 70 capacity
2. Catfish Creek south could be developed.
Mile 577 to 578 right bank - 30 capacity.
3. Mile 574.5 to 575 left bank - 60 capacity.
4. Mile 572 to 572.5 right bank - 40 capacity.
5. Mile 570 to 570.5 right bank - 50 capacity.
6. Upper Lake Peosta Channel - 200 capacity.
7. Lower~Lake Peosta Channel - 12 capacity.
8. Between Dove Harbor and Peosta Channel - 40 capacity.
SItORT TEP~I
We believe that the existing sitescould be expanded where
they are.
Yours truly,
,~ .~. ,.-.. .. ,, ..~./,;. /,
Charles L. Baule, P.E.
Dubuque County Engineer
THE PILLSBURY COMPANY
P.O. BOX 330
DUBUQUE, IOWA 52001
TO: Chris Buckleitner, DMATS Staff
FROM: Joseph H. Fall
RE: Ranking of Fleeting Sites by Pillsbury Company
DATE: September 4, 1984
SEp 5
984
Site 1 - This is by far the most desirable area for barge fleeting. It could
be used immediately, has deep water, is out of sight from the bridge coming
into town from Wisconsin, has enough capacity to solve our short term needs,
is out of the channel, is not owned by other agencies like Un S. Fish and
Wild Life. has a minimal deleterious effect on the environment or wildlife.
This is the only area that fulfills ali of the above stated advantages.
The problem is serious enough that only short term considerations should be
considered and acted upon. Once a substantial size fleet is in.place in
the cityof Dubuque, then we can look at long term needs and plan for the
future.
Ail other fleeting areas are either too small, do not have deep water,
use Fish & Wild Life prohibited land or are too far away from the major
shipping terminals in Dubuque to be considered in any way in solving our
short term fleeting needs.
JHF/pjw
State of Wisconsin ~ DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES
Southern District Headquarters
3911 Fish Hatchery Road c~ro#a
Fitchburg, Wisconsin 53711-5397
August 31, 1984
1600
Mr. Thurman Schweitzer
DMATS
Suite 330, Nestler Center
P.O. Box 1140
Dubuque, IA 52004-1140
Dear Mr. Schweitzer:
Re: Input on Feasibility of Potential Fleeting Sites
I have reviewed the materials you have sent me, dated August 24, 1984.
Following are the environmental concerns of each of the potential fleeting
sites. Included is the site at'River Mile 581.5, left bank. Since my primary
concern is with the waters of the State of Wisconsin, those sites immediately
impacting Wisconsin waters are dealt.with first.
River Mile 581.5~ Left Bank - Both sides of the southern tip of the island are
being considered where a government day mark is located. This site is located
completely within Wisconsin waters and is subject to the permitting
requirements contained in Chapter NR 327, Wis. Adm. Code. It will be
difficult for the Department to grant a barge fleeting permit for this site
due to the presence of an important mussel bed containing Lampsilis ~,
a Wisconsin and Federal endangered species listed under Sec. NR 27.03(2)(f)1,
Wis. Adm. Code. Presence of a barge fleeting site in this area will
negatively impact the mussel bed and the endangered species in the following
manner.
Increased barge traffic to and from the fleeting site as well as within the
fleeting site will cause bottom erosion to the area of the mussel bed.
Physical damage will. be caused to shells of the mussels and the endangered
species. These wil~ be caused by propeller scouring, increased wakes and bed
erosion from barge and tow hulls. Damaged live and dead mussels have been
observed by scuba divers within the barge channel of the Mississippi River
near Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin. This same situation will certainly result
if this site at R.M. 581.5 is developed and used for barge fleeting.
Importand wildlife habitat will be negatively impacted if barge fleeting is
allowed.
This area also sees a substantial amount of sport and commercial fishing.
This habitat will also be adversely affected by barge fleeting.
Mr. Thurman Schweitzer - August
As part of the permitting process, the Department must prepare an
environmental assessment pursuant to Sec. 1.11, Wis. Stats., and
Sec. NR 150.O3(2)(b)11, Wis. Adm. Code. We will require the applicant to
submit information for the environmental assessment pursuant to Sec. 23.11(5),
Wis. Stats. This information will pertain to environmental consequences and
impacts, physical changes both aquatic and terrestrial, information on the
affected enironment, alternatives, socio-economlc impacts and impacts on
threatened or endangered resources.
Lower East Side of Chaplin Schmitt Memorial Island - Although the barge
fleeting area will be on the Iowa side, the presence and operation of the
fleet will have impacts on Wisconsin waters. The primary impact will be
caused by increased barge traffic over the same important mussel bed impacted
by the site at R.M. 581.5 which contains the endangered species Lampsilis
higginsi. More information is needed on this site to determine what the
impacts will be on the mussel bed.
Site Between Dove Harbor and Peosta Channel - This area between the wing dams
on the Iowa side contains a stump field with important fish spawning
habitat. Sport and cor~nercial fishing will be negatively impacted by barge
fleeting in this area, as will the fishery resources of this entire stretch of
river.
Upper Lake Peosta Channel - This area is a good commercial and sport fishing
area, with good fish spawning habitat. Barge fleeting in this area will
negatively impa6t that habitat, substantially reducing the habitat available
and the fishing opportunities within the river system.
Lower Lake Peosta Channel - This area does not appear to have as much
fisheries or wildlife resources as the above four sites. Environmentally,
this will be the least damaging of the sites thus far selected.
Mile 577 to 578~ Right Bank - This entire area from R.M. 576 through 579 is an
important commercial and sport fishing area. Significant spawning habitat
exists in the immediate area of the proposed fleet. Barge fleeting in this
area will negatively impact the fisheries resources for the entire river
system.
Mile 574.2 to 575~ Left Bank - Important wildlife habitat exists on and around
the island proposed as a fleeting site. Fish spawning habitat also exists in
the immediate vicinity. Barge fleeting will have negative impacts on both of
these habitats.
Mile 572 to 572.5~ Right Bank - Important wildlife habitat exists on an around
the island proposed for fleeting. Commerical and sport fishing occur near the
site. Both wildlife and fish habits may be negatively impacted.
Mile 570 to 570.5~ Right Bank - This site appears to be near the navigational
channel. A mussel bed is located in the immediate vicinity which will
certainly be impcted by the fleeting activities. This also appears to be a
popular water sport area.
All the proposed sites will have some environmental drawbacks, some more than
others. Since the river is a system, fleeting activities will affect the
whole river. Of all the sites selected thus far, the Lower Peosta Lake
Channel seems to be the least environmentally damaging. Although the site on
Chaplin Schmitt Memorial Island is not directly over the mussel bed,
activities from the fleeting may cause harm. Since the mussel bed is on the
Wisconsin side and contains an endangered species, the State of Wisconsin will
seek to protect it. The site at R.M. 581.5 is in Wisconsin waters and will be
subject to our permitting requirements.
I hope this will be sufficient information for your purposes. I will look
forward to meeting with you on September 19, 1984.
Sincerely,
"--Ja~es Grafelman
Assistant Environmental Impact Coordinator
JG:ps
cc: BEAR/3
.. Dqdgeville Area Office
United States Department of the
l:lSlt AND WILDI.IFt~ SI:RVI('I~
ROCK ISLAND FIELD OFFICE (ES)
1830 Second Avenue, Second Floor
Rock IsLand, Illinois 61201
Interior
Com: 309-793-5800
FTS: 386-5800
September 5, 1984
Mr. Chris Buckieitner
East Central Intergovernmental Association
P.O. Box 1140
Dubuque, Iowa 52004-1140
Dear Mr. Buckleitner:
The following is my evaluation of each of the eight proposed barge fleeting
sites for Pool 12. I have listed the factors about each site that influence
my acceptance or rejection of the site. These comments apply in both the
long and short term unless specifically noted otherwise, in addition, for
the Committees information, I have completed a pairwise comparison matrix
considering the environmental factors of each site. This was.done for two
scenarios, (1) considering only environmental factors, sport and co~er¢ial
fishing and water based recreation and ignoring site ownership; and (2) where
FWS Refuge lands were present, the site was always the least preferred
alternative. It should be noted that this was done without the input of
other environmental agencies and the figures ~ould change. It was done for
the Committee to see how the mechanics of pairwise comparisons work.
~s can be seen, the comparison not only ranks the sites from the
environmental point Of view, but also'enables the evaluator to see the
relationship between alternatives or "how much" one site is ranked better
than the others. I believe, if all interest ~roups (not individuals) were to
use this methodology, and assuming equality between evaluation criteria, a
logical, fair and statistically valid ranking would be obtained that is fully
defensible.
Site I - Lower East Side of Chaplain Schmitt Island
Advantages - no fish or wildlife concerns.
Disadvantages - aesthetic impact to land based recreation on Schmitt Island.
Site II - Area Between Dove Harbor and Peosta Channel
Advantages - no wildlife concerns
Disadvantages - area is a stump field providing fish habitat for spawning,
escaping predators and other life requirements. It is a sport and commercial
fishing area. Dredging would be required necessitating a disposal site.
This agency would require replacement habitat or enhancement of existing
habitat elsewhere as mitigation. Fleeting activities could interfere with
recreational access to lower Peosta Channel and would be visible from Schmitt
Island (aesthetic impact).
Site III - Mile 574.5 to 575.0, left bank
Advantages - None
Disadvantages - Island owned by U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and fleeting
cannot be considered until 1986. Long term use cannot be predicted at this
time. Site is close to important fish and wildlife habitat and fish spawning
may take place in the structures (revetment) along the shoreline. Impact to
heron rookery, river otter, white bass and sauger would need to be carefully
considered. Fleeting activities could interfere with recreational access to
the side channel.
Site IV - Upper Lake Peosta Channel
Advantages - none
Disadvantages - The channel is spawning habitat for fish and is utilized by
commercial fishermen. The shallow water zone and adjacent island habitat is
important for wildlife. Fleeting activities will cause turbulence and
disturb and re'distribute s~diments which could affect fish spawning.
Fleeting activities could also interfere with access and use of the side
channel. Fleeting would impose a visual impact from Schmitt Island.
Site V - Lower Lake Peosta Channel
Advantages - no fisheries or wildlife concerns.
Disadvantages - Fleeting activities would interfere with recreation access
and use of the lower side channel.
Site VI - Mile 577.0 to 578.0, right bank
Advantages - None
Disadvantages - Important fish and wildlife habitat. Paddlefish spawning
area, commercial fishing area, river otter sighted in area, popular
watersport area. Fleeting would result in a negative aesthetic impact from
Julien Dubuque Overlook and could interfere with access to Catfish Creek.
Dredging is required' necessitating disposal sites and mitigation.
Site VII - Mile 572.0 to 572.5, right bank
Advantages - None
Disadvantages - Important fish and wildlife habitat. Owned by Fish and
Wildlife Service and cannot be considered until 1986. Long term use cannot
be predicted at this time. Heavy sportfishing use at lower end of site and
some commercial fishing.
Site VIII - Mile 570.0 to 570.5, right bank
Advantages - no wildlife concerns.
Disadvantages - Mussel beds located at site, no mitigation of impacts
possible. Popular watersports area.
Two additional sites were suggested. The first is at the tip of the island
at River Mile 581.5, left bank.
Advantages - none
Disadvantages - area is shallow and would require dredging, disposal sites
and mitigation. Our Resources Inventory identifies the area as being
important for wildlife. The mussel bed located i~ediately downstream could
be affected by sediments resuspended by tow boat activities,
Secondly, sites above Lock and Dam 11 were suggested. L believe that it is
impractical to consider any site in Pool ~1 as fleeting for terminals in Pool
12 because of the inefficiency of passing through the lock. Since the scope
of our study was limited to the Dubuque area and no terminals currently exist
above the dam, I feel it is inappropriate for us to consider any upstream
sites at this time. Expanding the study above the dam will significantly
complicate the issue.
Gerald Bade
Fish & ~;ildlife Biologist
Enclosure
DUBUQUE HARBOR SERVICE
608-725-2311 * P.O. Box 585. Cassville, Wisconsin 53806
September 6, 1984
DMATS Barge Fleeting Comm~tte
c/o Mr. Chris Buckleitner, ECIA
Dubuque Harbor Service presently has a maximu~ fleet
capacity of 83 barges. In May of 1984, as many as 80
barges were in these fleets on a given day, allowing
no room for operating. The ideal condition would be
two barge spaces available for each barge fleeted,
providing a space for each barge, and a space to move
it. Uith the shortage of potential fleeting sites
available, Dubuque Harbor Service could reasonably
operate with an increase of forty additional spaces.
Remarks by Dubuque Harbor Service-on each potential
fleeting site are based on DHS needs for additional
spaces, site locations, ability to work tows, etc.
I Lower East Side of Chaplain Schmitt Memorial Island
This site is located at mile 581. RB with an estimated
capacity of 70 barges. It has adequate water depth,
and is located above the RRbridge eliminating bridge
delays. .It is located on the main channel allowing
access to work line haul tows. For fleeting purposes
this site would be an excellent location, and far
superior to any other sites considered.
II Area A between Dove Harbor and P~osta. Channel
This site is located at mile 580.5 with an estimated
capacity ~f forty barges. It has all of the location
advantages of Site I. The main disadvantage, which
renders this area unusable as is, is the low water
depth and stump fields. Dredging operation would be
required before use, with costs expected to be much
greater than affordable for a barge fleeter.
CASSVILLE RIVER TERMINAL
CLINTON HARi~OR SERVICE
DUBUQUE HARBOR SERVICE
DMATS Barge Fleeting Committee
III Mile 574.5 to 575 LB
This site has an estimated capacity of 60 barge spaces.
The advantages of adequate water depth, access to the
channel, and large capacity are outweighed by the distance
of approximately six miles from Dubuque Harbor. In add-
ition to time consumed moving barges that distance, a
fleet so remote would be impossible to monitor frequently,
and have a higher risk of undetected breakaways. Future
needs, as volumns increase farther south such as E. D.
Sand and Gravel, would make this site feasable for long
term needs. These comments also apply to sites located
at miles 572 RB and 570 RB.
IV Upper Lake Peosta Channel
This site has an estimated capacity of 200 barges if~
fully utilized, tt has adequate water depth and the dis-
tance from'Dove Harbor would be less than three miles.
A serious disadvantage of this site is lack of access by.
linehaul tows. Many line boats require unfaeing from
their tows during rearranging of barges, and would have
no place to tie off. This would require many barges to
continue to drop at Mines of Spain, over three miles
south of Dubuque Harbor.
V Lower Lake Peosta Channel
This site has an estimated capacity of 12 barges. It
has the same disadvantage.as Upper Peosta Channel with
less barge capacity. Distance from Dove Harbor is less
than one mile. This site would provide some relief to
the space problem, but would still require additional
area to fully solve the problem.
VI Mile 577 to 578 RB
This sit~ has an estimated capacity of 30 barges. The
portion of this site below Catfish Creek is very shallow,
and silt from Catfish would continue to fill in requiring
constant dredging to be usable. The portion of this site
above Catfish is divided by an existing dock, and has no
way to place deadmen between the RR tracks and river.
An anchor barge just above the Mines of Spain area would
relieve some congestion, but would be closer to the
main channel navigation than desired, and would not be
as safe as a fleet secured to shorewires.
DMATS Barge Fleeting Co~ittee
VII Mile 581.2 LB (Above new highway bridge)
This site would have an estimated capacity of 23
barges, utilizing an anchor barge. For location,
-see "X" on attached map. The adjacent shoreline
area would not accomodate dead men, making an
anchor barge mandatory. Shallow water caused by a
sand point extending south of the upstream island
would require the fleet to locate and estimated 200'
above the new bridge. This would be an undesirable
area to-work tows, and be adversely subjected to
high water currents. Possible obstruction to navi-
gation may also be present.
VIII Little Maquoketa Site
This area, proposed for future fleeting and harbor
activity, Would be located north of Lock and Dam 11.
This seperation requires fleeting for this area to be
considered totally seperate from the Dubuque Harbor.
Ba~ge shifts through the lock would cause totally un-
reasonable delays and expense.
Total fleeting
the following:
for the Dubuque Harbor area now consists of
Owner Capacity
US Fish & Wildlife Svc 93
~State Df Iowa 48
Private Lease' 23
City of Dubuque 21
185
Percent of Total
50.27%
25.95%
12.43%
11.35%
I s,-,,-~ry, the short term needs of Dubuque Harbor Service
include additonal capacity of at least 40 barge spaces.
This site should be located along the main channel, allowing
access to tie-off line haul tows. Presently, most tow work
must be performed at Mines of Spain fleet, over three miles
south of Dubuque. Potential fleeting sites below Mile 575
are totally unfeasable for use to solve the short term needs,
due to both distance from Dubuque, and US Fish & Wildlife
policy not to consider any new fleeting site applications
until after 1986.
Sincerely,
Robert D. Hudson
BARGE FL~:~;I'fNG STUDY
PROS ASD CONS FOR FL~;~:rING S±'£~S
Lower wm~t Side Chaplain Schmitt Island
A. Advantages:
1) Lccation/~istance to Elevators
2) Adequate Water Depth
3) Barge Capacity
4) Located Above RR Bridge Eliminating Potential Bridge Delays
Disadvantages:
1) Political Disfavor with Location to Cfranercial Recreation-Zoned Propert_-
2) Political Disfavor with Location to Dog Track Facility
3) Potential Conflict with Riverboat docking
4) Location to Water-oriented Recreation Facility
II
Area A Between Dove Harbor and Peosta Channel
A. Advantages:
1) Location - Distance to Elevators
2) Located Above RR Bridge Eliminating Potential Bridge Delays
Disadvantages:
1) Water Depth Inaa_~quate - Stump Field
2) Potential High Cost of Dredging to Eliminate Stump Field
3) Hea~y Sports and C~,,L~_rcial Fishing Area
4) Recognized as Fish Spawning Area
III
Mile 574.5 to 575 LB
A. A~-antages:
1) Adequate Water Depth
2) Location to Sand and Gravel Facility
3) Good Barge Capacity
Disadvantages:
1) R~ote Location to Elevators
2) Owned by U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and will not be
considered for fleeting until 1986
Upper Lake Peosta Channel
A. Advantages:
1) Location/Distance to Elevators
2) Located Above RR Bridge Eliminating Potential Bridge Delays
3) Adequate Water Depth
4) Potentially Large Barge Capacity
V
VII
B. Disadvantages:
1) Cu~_rcial Fishing Area
2) Hea~y Recreation Boating/Fishing Area
3) Strong Current
4) Bridge Located Directly Bel~
5) Location to Highly-used Recreation Park
6) Location to t~portant Wildlife Habitat
7) Location to Water-oriented Recreation Facility
Lc~r Lake Peosta Channel
A. Advantages:
I) Location/Distance to Elevators
2) Located Above RR Bridge Eliminating Potential Bridge Delays
3) Adequate Water Depth
Disadvantages:
1) Location to CuL,,~rcial Recreation Area
2) ~slatively Small Barge Capacity
3) Heavy Recreational Boating Area
4) Presently Leased as Terminal
Mile 577 to 578 RB
A. Advantages:
1) Adequate Barge Capacity
B. Disadvantages:
Inadequate Water Depth
2) Mouth of Catfish Creek Discharge and Susceptible to Siltation
3) Relatively Remote Location to Elevators
4) Below RR Bridge/Potential Delays
5) Scenic Overlook Directly Above
6) Spawning. Habitat
7) Cu~,,~-rcial Fishing A/ea
8) Important Wildlife Habitat
Mile 572 to 572.5 RB
A. Advantages:
1) Adequate Water Depth
2) Location to Sand and Gravel Facility
3) Adequate Barge Capacity
VIII
Disadvantages:
1) R~mote Location to Elevators
2) Owned by U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and will not be
considered for fleeting until 1986
3) Hea~!; Sports Fishing Area
Mile 570 to 570.5 RB
A. Advantages:
1) ~tequate Water Depth
2) ~ _~aa~ te Barge Capacity
Disadvantages:
1) R~aote Location from Elevators
2) Mussel Beds
3) Location to Navigation Channel
Dubuque Metropolitan Area Transportation
Barge Fleeting Summary Report
October 15, 1984
Study
Site I
- Lowe~ East Side of
Capacity about 70.
Chaplain Schmidt Memorial Island.
ECONOMIC/LEGAL
Advantages
]. This is a superioM site to others considered. It is
being dredged for land fill for the dog track and therefore
has adequate water depth and lowered development costs.
2. It is located ab~e th~ I.C.G. bridge, eliminating bridge
delays and reducing time shuttling between the site and
terminals. It i,s located very near the main channel,
allowing access to line haul tows that are to be worked on.
5. This area could be used immediately after the sand dredge
is removed.
4. Sufficient capacity for Dubuque Harbor short term needs.
5. This area is locally controlled by the City of Dubuque,
foregoing most permitting procedures necessary with federal
and state controlled areas.
Disadvantages
1. Local land use conflict. Problems are associated wth
perceived aesthetic detriments to the Schmitt Memorial Island
development:
a) Visual impact on surrounding areas.
b) Possible Conflict w~th river boat tour docking
facilities.
c) Possible Conflict with general recreational activity.
ENVIRONMENTAL/RECREATIONAL
Advantages:
1. There are no fish or wildlife concerns of significance.
Disadvantages:
1. The fleeting area would be located just upstream from the
Chaplain Schmitt Boat Harbor and this represents a
possibility for conflicts between barge fleeting operations
and recreational boating.
2. The p~esence and operation of fleeting will have impacts
on Wisconsin waters wth a primary impact caused by traffic
over a mussel bed on the Wisconsin side. Wisconsin DNR feels
that mo~e information would be needed.to determine what the
impact w~ald be.
Artco Fleeting
Services
Barge Fleeting Proposal
City Council Meeting
February 7, 2000
Costs
Y~cts & Figures
· Other workable fleets are 4 miles downstream from current city-fi'out fleets
Boats travel at approximately 5 mph
· It takes several minutes to get up to speed and to stow down
· With above 3 factors = 1 hour extr~ per switch
· Current average switching time one way is 40 minutes not counting delays
· 5-year average number of barges handled in tile upper harbor = 1000 (Arteo only)
· Typical season lasts 9 months or 270 days
· lO00hargesx2switohes(l todock, ! fi-om dock) = 2OOO switches per year
· 2000 switches x 1 hour extra each = 2000 hours (83 24-hour days) per year
Adding 83 days to a 270 day season is a workload inorease of over 30%. In orde~ to
accommodate the extxa 30% of work, an extra boat will need to be utilized in the harbor.
.30% increase in costs include: (but not limited ~o)
· corn $40o,0oo+ ~r yesr to operm 0abor, iustmmee, r~ir & mimenance, ~).
· Fuel burn will increase by making so many additionalhips.
· Fuel prices continue to rise- currently 25% more than this past summer.
Unfortunately an incanmse in costs to us will most likely create an inerease in rates to the leeal
businesses. When businesses have inereused tmusportation cos'ts it can affect:
t. The price Alliant charges for eleetficity
2. The price Peavey and AGM pay farmers for grain (resulting in farmers mldng their grain to
other communizes thereby the City losing out on m.xes and revenues)
3. The cost the City pays for salt for roads
4. The cos't farmers pay for fertilizer
All these things, but not lirn~ed to, may be affected with increased prices and we do not want to
have to raise our rates, but may be forced to.
By having a large enough fleet in close proximity of the city that we can service Dubuque's
businesses efficiently, we are not only preventing additional eests but adding to the economy by
paying additional money to ~he City ia the form of leases.
Dear Councilman Dan Nieholson,
As a board member of the Dtflmque Dragon Boat Association I would like to express our
opposition to the idea ofparklng barges directly below the Iowa -Wisconsin Bridge on
City Island. We have worked very hard to bring people from all over the world to our
dragon boat festival each year. This attention from our foreign guests and their many
positive comments about bow beanfiful the City Island area is especially Miller-Riverview
Park, has encouraged the city to make important improvements including sbowers, a new
bike trail, a skate board park and a paved road.. It would be a shame to ruin the aesthetics
of the most beautiful gateway into the city and detract from all the recreational potential
that has been created..
We are also concerned about safety issues, since the race course for the dragon boat
festival is directly upstream from the bridge. This poses the nightmare possibility ora
capsized or out ofcontrol dragon boat being swept downstream by the strong currents
and forced under the bow of a parked barge.
Our organi?ation, the Dubuque Dragon Boat Association,'has successfully bid on the
United States Canoe Association's National Atuminm Canoe C"mmpionships for 2001.
This event will bring mom national attention to our city island. The coume for this event is
planned to circle around the island so that more people can observe the race. Parked
barges below the bridge would definitely be an unwanted bayard and obstacle and make it
almost i .~ss~le to run the race completely in Dubuque.
Our long range plans call for the eventual installation of a public dock where imerested
people could store their human powered eratL We have paddled and rowed around the
island hundreds oftimes. It is a convenient location for a challenging waterway trail( that
coincides nicely with the beautiful, new bike trail) for someone wbo wants a different but
terrific aerobic workout.
We want to be clear that we are not opposed to barges on the lVfississipp[ We believe
there is a place for commerce on the river and with a little co,~:~c~m sense barges do not
pose a threat to small emil. We strongly believe that city island has too much value for the
comreamity as a recreation and wildlife area and that purpose is what we believe will make
Dubuque a better place to live in the long term. We ask that you along with other council
members vote for an alternate site for parldng the barges than City Island.
Sincerely,
Earl S. Btlmeyer
Vice pt~esident
Dubuque Dragon Boat Association
ivJn eenclles Tm Trawl
5385
ax319-556-0174
P.O. Box 3220
Dubuque, Iowa 52004
October 12, 2000
6ichael Van 1Wllligen
504 IowaStreet
)ubuque, Iowa 52001
)ear Michael,
Dubuque city officals are spendin4 a great deal of money purchasing property to develop
nd beautify the water, om north of the Julien Dubuque bridge. This stretch of riverfront is the
nly area leR in our area that is still a natural resource. It makes no sense to pour large mounts
.f money into developing the property between Julien Dubuque Bridge and the Railroad Bridge
move a barge terminal in front of the only natural beauty leR along Dubuque's riverfront
Enclosed you will find pictures in panoramic view from our residence in East Dubuque IL.
)oking at the Dubuque IA. Riverfrom. Also enclosed is a past article from the Telegraph Herald
ated 9-30-2000. As I'm sure you know river front property comes with a premium price.
Dubuque has finally attained a four-lane highway through the city. As one enters ~om
V'lsconsin, what was a city dump has been transformed into a beautiful park like setting. The
)ubuque Greyhound Park on the right and recreational fields as well as a marina on the letL Both
re wonderful attractions. The city's proposal to move a barge terminal in from of this seems
[etrimental. The first thing prospective tourists will see is a bunch of rusty, disgusting barges
long a beautiful stretch of river~ont property.
These are my opinions as I see them for I also am in the tourism business and the owner of
owa Coaches Tour and Travel Inc. of Dubuque, IA. This ensuing project will have an effect on
ne both personally and professionally.
Another view point to consider is a safety issue as well as possible future cost to the city
,f Dubuqne. AS you can see from the photograph labled #I the Schmitt Harbor boat ramp is
~cated next to the proposal sight. During the summer months this harbor handles thousands of
~rivate boaters. The private crates will be going to and from the channel either in front or behind
hesea,karges. Having been a boat owner for many years in the past my experience tells me that
lena aacbes Tm and Trawl
Phone 319-556-5385
Fax 319-556-0174
P.O. Box 3220
Dubuque, Iowa 52004
October 12, 2000
Michael Van Milllgen
1504 IowaStrect
Dubuque, Iowa 52001
Dear Michael,
Dubuque city officals are spending a great deal of money purchasing property to develop
and beautify the waterfront north of the Julien Dubuque bridge. This stretch of riverfront is the
only area left in our area that is still a natural resource. It makes no sense to pour large amounts
of money into developing the property between Julian Dubuque Bridge and the Railroad Bridge
and then move a barge terminal in front of the only natural beauty left along Dubuque's river~ont
Enclosed you will find pictures in panoramic view from our residence in East Dubuque IL.
looking at the Dubuque IA. River~ont. Also enclosed is a past article from the Telegraph Herald
dated 9-30-2000. As I'm sure you know fiver from property comes with a premium price.
Dubuque has finally attained a four-lane highway through the city. As one enters l~om
Wisconsin, what was a city dump has been txansformed into a beautiful park like setting. The
Dubuque Greyhound Park on the right and recreational fields as well as a marina on the leg. Both
are wonderful attractions. The city's proposal to move a barge terminal in front of this seems
dehhnentak The first ~hing prospective tourists will sec is a bunch of rusty, disgusting barges
along a beautiful stretch of riverfront property.
These are my opinions as I see them for I also am in the tourism business and the owner of
Iowa Coaches Tour and Travel Inc. of Dubuque, IA. This ensuing project will have an effect on
me both personally and professionally.
Another view point to consider is a safety issue as well as possible future cost to the city
of Dubuque. As you can see bom the photograph labled #I the Schmitt Harbor boat ramp is
located next to the proposal sight. During the summer months this harbor hand~es tho~ds of
private boaters. The private crafts will be going to and from the channel either in t~ont or behind
these barges. Having been a boat owner for many years in the past my experience tells me that
p~e2
the visibility of a tug boat behind an empty barge is very limited, ~mpty barges sit very high out of
the water.
With the barges on the point, they are more susceptible to untimely movement due to the
wind and river currents n~king it more difficult for a tug boat operator to control them. In the
past, on occasion, barges have been known to "break loose." If one of these barges were to hit a
private craft loading or unloading at Schmitt Harbor...who would he liable?
As you will notice in the foreground of photograph labeled #1 showing the exposed river
bottom as it is now, the churning of the mg boats and the river current itself will advance the build
up of sediment filling in the opening to the marina and possibly Schmitt Harbor heat ramp. When
this happens, who will he responsible for dredging again so the pleasurecraft can enter and exit the
boat ramp as well as the marina? More importantly, again, who Wl3tl pay for this? It is my strong
belief there should he more time and consideration spent on this issue before a final decision is
made.
If you were to move the terminal south I see very little conflict. I thank you for your time
to address my views and opinions concerning the relocation of the barge terminal north.
Since, rely,, ~.~ ~
David C. Sherman, President
Sherri E. Sherm~ Secretary
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CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
MEMORANDUM
November 2, 2000
TO:
The Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
FROM: Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager
SUBJECT: Amended Tax Increment Ordinance for the Ice Harbor Urban Renewal District
On June 5, 2000, the City Council approved an Amended and Restated Urban Renewal Plan for
the Ice Harbor Urban Renewal District which expanded the boundaries of the original district to
include the majority of the 4th Street Peninsula area. The use of tax increment financing is
proposed as an economic development financing tool in the expanded district.
Acting Community & Economic Developmem Director Pam Myhre is recommending the
adoption of an amended tax increment ordinance to allow the use of tax increment f~nancing in
the expanded district.
I concur with the recommendation and respecffxdly request Mayor and City Council approval.
Mi/chael C. Van Milligen
MCVM/jh
Attachment
cc: Barry Lindahl, Corporation Counsel
Tim Moerman, Assistant City Manager
Para Myhre, Acting Community & Economic Development Director
CITY OF D UQUE, IOWA
MEMORANDUM
TO:
FROM:
S~CT:
October 31, 2000
P2~la[1MV~~d Econo-mic Development
Amended Tax Increment Ordinance for the Ice Harbor Urban Renewal
District
Introduction
This memorandum transmits for City Council review and adoption an ordinance establishing an
amended tax increment financing district for the Ice Harbor Urban Renewal District. The
proposed ordinance and associated ce~tifcations were prepared by the CiE/s bond counsel and
are attached to this memo.
Background
On June 5, 2000, the City Council approved an Amended and Restated Urban Renewal Plan for
the Ice Harbor Urban Renewal District which expanded the boundaries of the original district to
include the majority of the 4~h Street Peninsula area. The use of tax increment financing is
proposed as an economic development £mancing tool in the expanded district.
Discussion
Adoption of the amended tax increment ordinance is needed to allow the use of tax increment
financing in the expanded district. The ordinance authorizes the City to establish a special fund
for the collection ora portion of the property tax revenues generated by new development
occurring within the expanded district. All taxable property located with the tax increment
district will continue to pay property taxes based upon the current tax levies and assessment
valuations. Tax revenues collected in excess of the base amounts will be used to assist in
financing future development projects within the district, including both public and private
development.
Adoption of the ordinance will continue the base valuation for the Original Project Area and set
the property valuation base for determining incremental tax revenue from the expansion area at
the level existing on January 1st of the calendar year preceding the effective date of the
Ordinance. The amended and restated plan has set a thirty (30) year duration for implementation
of the plan.
Recommendation
I recommend that the City Council approve expansion of the tax increment financing area
boundaries for the Ice Harbor Urban Renewal District. Tax increment financing is an important
tool for economic development and will be used to assist future public and private development
efforts in this key riverfront area.
Action Step
The action step is for the City Council to approve the amended tax increment ordinance attached
hereto.
attachments
CIUR1.TXT
12/94
CITY CLERK'S CERTIFICATION TO COUNTY AUDITOR
I hereby certify that attached hereto is a true and correct copy of the Tax
Increment Ordinance approved by the City Council of the City of Dubuque, Iowa,
designated as OrdInance Number ~ entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 66-89, AND PROVIDING
THAT GENERAL PROPERTY TAXES LEVIED AND COLLECTED EACH
YEAR ON ALL PROPERTY LOCATED WITHIN THE ICE HARBOR
URBAN RENEWAL DISTRICT, AS AMENDED, OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, COUNTY OF DUBUQUE, STATE OF IOWA, BY AND FOR
THE BENEFIT OF THE STATE OF IOWA, CITY OF DUBUQUE, COUNTY
OF DUBUQUE, DUBUQUE COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT, AND
OTHER TAXING DISTRICTS, BE PAID TO A SPECIAL FUND FOR
PAYMENT OF PRINCIPAL AND INTEREST ON LOANS, MONIES
ADVANCED TO AND INDRBTEDNESS, INCLUDING BONDS ISSUED OR
TO BE ISSUED, INCURRED BY SAID CITY IN CONNECTION WITH THE
AMENDED AND RESTATED URBAN RENEWAL PLAN FOR THE ICE
HARBOR URBAN RENEWAL DISTRICT
approved by the City Council on the day of
on the day of
the records of the undersigned.
,2000, and duly published
,2000, the original of which is on file in
Dated this day of ,2000.
(CITY SEAL)
Clerk of the City of Dubuque, Iowa
COUNTY AUDITOR'S CERTIFICATE
I, , County Auditor of Dubuque County, Iowa,
hereby certify that on the day of ,2000, there was filed
in my office a tree and correct copy of the Tax Increment Ordinance of the City of
Dubuque, Iowa, Ordinance Number , approved by the City Council on the
day of ,2000, all duly certified upon the form attached
above.
(COUNTY SEAL)
County Auditor of Dubuque County, Iowa
CIIJR3.TXT
5/91
ORDINANCE CERTIFICATE
STATE OF IOWA )
) SS
COUNTY OF DUBUQUE )
I certify that Ordinance Number , of which a tree copy is attached,
was duly adopted by the City Council of the City of Dubuque, signed by the Mayor and
published as required by law and is now in effect. I further certify that the
consideration(s) and votes taken for the enactment of said Ordinance were as follows:
First consideration- Date:
Vote: In favor ., Opposed
Absent or Abstain
Second consideration - Date:
Vote: In favor , Opposed
Absent or Abstain
Final Consideration = Date:
Vote: In favor , Opposed
Absent or Abstain
4. Publication Date:
(Affidavit of Publication Attached)
The Ordinance was not considered on any date after its first consideration as
shown above when it did not receive an affirmative vote for passage.
On the date of ,2000, the City Council adopted a motion
for the suspension of the role requiring separate consideration at three meetings and
voted the final adoption of the Ordinance. The vote for suspension of the rules was by a
three-fourths majority of the full City Council, voting in favor, opposed
and absent, vacant or abstaining and was duly recorded.
I further certify that each meeting for the consideration of the Ordinance was duly
and publicly held, with a notice of the meeting and tentative agenda naming the
consideration of the Ordinance timely posted and upon reasonable advance notice to the
media as required by the Chapter 21 of the Code of Iowa and roles of the Council then
governing.
I further certify that the individuals named therein were on the date thereof duly
and lawfully possessed of their respective city offices as indicated therein, that no
Council vacancy existed except as may be stated in said proceedings, and that no
controversy or litigation is pending, prayed or threatened involving the incorporation,
organization, existence or boundaries of the City or the right of the individuals named
therein as officers to their respective positions.
of
WITNESS my hand and the seal o.f said Municipality hereto affixed this
,2000.
day
City Clerk, Dubuque, Iowa
(SEAL)
DCORNELL~251261\I\104221M4
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ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 66-89, AND PROVIDING
THAT GENERAL PROPERTY TAXES LEVIED AND COLLECTED EACH
YEAR ON ALL PROPERTY LOCATED WITHIN THE ICE HARBOR
URBAN RENEWAL DISTRICT, AS AMENDED, OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, COUNTY OF DUBUQUE, STATE OF IOWA, BY AND FOR
THE BENEFIT OF THE STATE OF IOWA, CITY OF DUBUQUE, COUNTY
OF DUBUQUE, DUBUQUE COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT, AND
OTHER TAXING DISTRICTS, BE PAID TO A SPECIAL FUND FOR
PAYMENT OF PRINCIPAL AND INTEREST ON LOANS, MONIES
ADVANCED TO AND INDEBTF,. DNESS, INCLUDING BONDS ISSUED OR
TO BE ISSUED, INCURRED BY SAID CITY IN CONNECTION WITH THE
AMENDED AND RESTATED URBAN RENEWAL PLAN FOR THE ICE
HARBOR URBAN RENEWAL DISTRICT
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Dubuque, Iowa has heretofore, in
Ordinance No. 66-89, provided for the division of taxes within the Ice Harbor Urban
Renewal District, pursuant to Section 403.19 of the Code of Iowa; and
WHEREAS, additional territory now has been added to the Ice Harbor Urban
Renewal District; and
WHEREAS, indebtedness has been incurred by the City, and additional
indebtedness is anticipated to be incurred in the future, to finance urban renewal project
activities within the Ice Harbor Urban Renewal District, as mended, and the continuing
needs of redevelopment within the Ice Harbor Urban Renewal District, as amended, are
such as to require the continued application of the incremental tax resources of the Ice
Harbor Urban Renewal District; and
WHEREAS, the following enactment is necessary to accomplish the objectives
described in the premises.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA, THAT:
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Ordinance Number 66-89 is hereby amended to read as follows:
Section 1: For purposes of this Ordinance, the following terms shall have the
following meanings:
(a) Ori_~qnal Project Area shall mean that portion of the City of Dubuque,
Iowa described in the Urban Renewal Plan for the Ice Harbor Urban Renewal
District approved by Resolution No. 403-89 on December 18, 1989, which
Original Project Area includes the lots and parcels located within the area legally
described as follows:
that area generally bounded on the north by the public alley located
between the vacated Fourth Street and Third Street, on the west by the
Chicago, Central and Paci~.c Railroad right-of-way, on the south by East
First Street and on the east by the munioipal limits of the City of Dubuque,
Iowa and including any adjoining public right-of-way.
(b) Additional Project Area shall mean that portion of the City of
Dubuque, Iowa described as "Subarea B" in the Amended and Restated Urban
Renewal Plan for the Ice Harbor Urban Renewal District approved by Resolution
No. 241-00 on June 5, 2000, which Additional Project Area includes the lots and
parcels located within the area legally described as follows:
that area generally bounded on the north and west by the Chicago, Central
and Pacific Railroad fight-of-way, on the south by the northerly boundary
of the Original Project Area and on the east by the municipal limits of the
City of Dubuque, Iowa (excluding Lot 1 Adams Co.'s 2nd Addition) and
including any adjoining public right-of-way
(c) Amended Project Area shall mean that portion of the City of Dubuque,
Iowa included within the Original Project Area and the Additional Project Area,
which Amended Project Area includes the lots and parcels located within the area
legally described as follows:
that area generally bounded on the north and west by the Chicago, Cenmal
and Pacific Railroad right-of-way, on the south by East First Street and on
the east by the municipal limits of the City of Dubuque, Iowa and including
any adjoining public right-of-way.
Section 2: The taxes levied on the taxable property in the Amended Project Area,
legally described in Section 1 hereof, by and for the benefit of the State of Iowa, City of
Dubuque, County of Dubuque, Dubuque Community School District, and ail other
taxing dislricts from and after the effective date of this Ordinance shail be divided as
hereinafter in this Ordinance provided.
Section 3: As to the Originai Project Area, that portion of the taxes which would
be produced by the rate at which the tax is levied each year by or for each of the taxing
districts taxing property in the Original Project Area upon the total sum of the assessed
vaiue of the taxable property in the Originai Project Area as shown on the assessment roll
as of January 1, 1988, being the first day of the caiendar year preceding the effective date
of Ordinance No. 66-89, shail be allocated to and when collected be paid into the fund
for the respective taxing district as taxes by or for said taxing district into which ail other
property taxes are paid. The taxes so determined shail be referred herein as the "base
period taxes" for such area.
As to the Additional Project Area, base period taxes shail be computed in the
same manner using the total assessed vaiue shown on the assessment roll as of January 1,
1999, being the first day of the caiendar year preceding the effective date of this
Ordinance.
Section 4: That portion of the taxes each year in excess of the base period taxes
for the Amended Project Area, determined for each sub-area thereof as provided in
Section 3 of this Ordinance, shall be allocated to and when collected be paid into the
speciai tax increment fund previously established by the City of Dubuque to pay the
principal of and interest on loans, monies advanced to, or indebtedness, whether funded,
refunded, assumed or otherwise, including bonds issued under authority of Section 403.9
or Section 403.12 of the Code of Iowa, incurred by the City of Dubuque, Iowa to finance
or refinance, in whole or in part, urban renewai projects undertaken within the Amended
Project Area pursuant to the Amended and Restated Urban Renewal Plan for the
Amended Project Area, except that taxes for the payment of bonds and interest of each
taxing district shall be collected against ail taxable property within the Amended Project
Area without any limitation as hereinabove provided.
Section 5: Unless or until the total assessed valuation of the taxable property in
the areas of the Amended Project Area exceeds the total assessed vaiue of the taxable
property in said areas shown by the assessment rolls referred to in Section 3 of this
Ordinance, all of the taxes levied and collected upon the taxable property in the
Amended Project Area shall be paid into the funds for the respective taxing districts as
taxes by or for the taxing districts in the same manner as ail other property taxes.
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Section 6: At such time as the loans, monies advanced, bonds and interest thereon
and indebtedness of the City of Dubuque referred to in Section 4 hereof have been paid,
ail monies thereafter received from taxes upon the taxable property in the Amended
Project Area shall be paid into the funds for the respective taxing districts in the same
manner as taxes on all other property.
Section 7: All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict with the provisions of
this Ordinance are hereby repealed. The provisions of this Ordinance are intended and
shail be construed so as to continue the division of taxes from property within the
Original Project Area under the provisions of Section 403.19 of the Code of Iowa, as
authorized in Ordinance No. 66-89, and to fully implement the provisions of Section
403.19 of the Code of Iowa with respect to the division of taxes from property within the
Additionai Project Area as described above. In the event that any provision of this
Ordinance shall be determined to be conh'ary to law it shall not affect other provisions or
application of this Ordinance which shall at all times be construed to fully invoke the
provisions of Section 403.19 of the Code of Iowa with reference to the Amended Project
Area and the territory contained therein.
Section 8: This Ordinance shall be in effect after its final passage, approval and
publication as provided by law.
Read first time:
Read second time:
Read third time:
PASSED AND APPROVED this
2000.
day of ,
ATTEST:
Mayor
City Clerk
PUBLISHED:
DCORNELL~250661 \ 1 \ 10422044
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
MEMORANDUM
October 31, 2000
TO:
FROM:
SUBJECT:
The Honorable Mayor and City Council
Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager
Eegislative Issues for 20001
Assistant City Manager Tim Moerman has worked with staff, and as a member of
the Iowa League of Cities' Legislative Poli~y Committee, I have coordinated with
the Iowa League to formulate a list for consideration as the City's legislative
priorities.
I respectfully recommend Mayor and City Council approval of these priorities for
presentation to Legislators.
Michael C. Van Milligen
City Manager
MCVM/ksf
Attachment
cc: Barry Lindahl, Corporation Counsel
Tim Moerman, Assistant City Manager
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
MEMORANDUM
October 31, 2000
TO:
FROM:
SUBJECT:
Michael C. Van Miiligen, City Manager
Tim Moerman, Assistant City Manager~,/,~(...
Legislative Issues for 2001
The Legislative Session for 2001 will be here soon. One of the steps of the legislative
process is the development of a list of City Council legislative priorities. I have gathered
input from City staff and the League of Iowa Cities on issues which they believe the
Legislature should address in the upcoming session. The attachment is a draft
summary of the possible legislative priorities, including a description of the issue and
the action requested.
The next step in the process is for the City Council to review the draft of the legislative
issues and provide feedback. A final draft will then be presented to the City Council for
their approval and be presented to the legislators at the November 29 legislative dinner.
Please let me know if you need any additional information.
TM/ksf
CITY OF DUBUQUE
STATE LEGISLATIVE ISSUES
FOR 2001 SESSION
Issues identified by City staff for the 2001 session
Funding of Major Transportation Projects
The State of Iowa has used a strategy of allocating funds for completing the major
transportation projects in the state as opposed to using a piecemeal approach. This
§[~ategy has been successful with extensive work being completed on major corridors.
The same strategy should be used for major projects in larger cities which require
significant funding comr~itments.for completing the projects in a reasonable amount of
time, such as the Southwest Arterial, the Julien Dubuque Bridge and Highway
20/Dodge Street.
REQUESTED ACTION: Support efforts to continue the strategy for funding of major
transportation projects throughout the state.
Freezing the Escalating State Tax on Gaming Revenues
The State of Iowa currently levies a tax gaming operations of 5% on the first $1,000,000
of the adjusted gross receipts, 10% on the next $2,000,000 and 28% on the rest of the
adjusted gross receipts. The tax rate will increase at a rate of 2% each year until it
reaches 36% in the Year 2004. The scheduled increases in the tax rate will have a
devastating effect on the future of gaming operations in Iowa, especially Dubuque
Greyhound Park & Casino. Riverboats have no escalating tax and pay 20%.
REQUESTED ACTION: Enact legislation that eliminates the current escalator tax, or
set the tax rate at 23.7% for all gaming operations, riverboats included, which would be
revenue neutral to the State.
Enterprise Zone Incentives
The Enterprise Zone legislation was written to promote private investment in
economically distressed areas of a city or county. To assist new employees of
companies locating in enterprise zones, the legislation provides for employers to
establish a capital fund for down payments or rental subsidies. The business funds this
program through a credit from state withholding taxes, based on the wages paid to the
participating employees. An amount equal to 1.5 percent of the gross wages paid by
the employer is credited from the payment otherwise withheld, and used to capitalize
this fund.
This feature of the legislation has not been utilized to date. One reason is that the
credit produces so little capital for the housing assistance program. For an employee
earning $10 per hour, the credit equals approximately $300. Typically, down payment
assistance programs offer $3000-5000;~rental subsidy programs average $2500-3000
annually. In order to make this program effective, the credit for withholding should be
increased.
Another option is to allow the credit to be "pooled," to be made available to ail eligible
employees. As the legislation currently is written, the 1.5 percent credit is made
available on the basis on withholding on individual employees--for the benefit of only
that employee. If the credit could be aggregated, a larger capital fund could be
established, from which all employees purchasing or renting housing in the enterprise
zcne could access funds for their housing needs.
Another reason for lack of employer participation in this program is that the legislation
requires the employer to choose between use of the tax credit for job training or for
providing a housing assistance program. Employers to date have chosen to use the
credit to pay for training new employees.
REQUESTED ACTION: The legislation should be amended to provide the credit for
both job training and employee housing assistance and to "pool" the funds. This will
increase the tax credit and increase interest in the program by employers.
Military Tax Credit
The State of Iowa provides for veterans to receive a military tax credit on their property
taxes. The credit reduces their City property tax by the levy rate of the City, which is
$10.71 per $1,000 of valuation. The State, however, reimburses the City only $6.92 per
$1,000 of valuation and leaves a $31,650 deficit for other property owners to pay.
REQUESTED ACTION: Enact legislation to fully reimburse cities for the State of Iowa's
military tax credits.
Reimbursement Rates for Police Training
Cities are required to send new police officers to the Iowa Law Enforcement Academy
for 12 weeks of training at a cost of $13,000 per officer. This investment in the officer's
training is lost if the officer leaves the.force soon after the training. The State is
currently phasing out a program to reimburse cities for these costs which was funded in
the amount of $47,500 for the entire state.
REQUESTED ACTION: Enact legislation to provide a higher level of reimbursement for
the losses cities incur when law enforcement officers leave a force soon after the
training.
Property Tax Reform
The current tax structure for state and local governments is a mix of tax laws, rates and
policies that do not provide for a fair and consistent tax system. It is the result of many
years of adopting tax changes that may or may not be consistent with previous laws or
tax policies. Often the tax policies are contradictory, such as the residential rollback's
shift of tax burden from residential to commercial and industrial property owners, and
the elimination of machinery and equipment tax which shifts the tax burden from
industrial to residential and commercial property owners.
REQUESTED ACTION: Perform a comprehensive review of the entire tax structure of
the State of Iowa and design a tax structure that provides tax equity and policies that
are consistent with an overall direction for state and local government taxation.
Eliminate the "20% Objection Rule" for Rezonings
Section 414.5 of the Iowa Code requires a favorable vote by three-fourths of the City
CouncJiLs roe.tubers, or a 6 to I vcte, tc cpprcvo c rezcning rcqucst ovcr the v;r~en
objections of 20% or more of the owners of property being rezoned, or 20% or more of
the property owners within 200 feet of the subject property.
The concepts that nearby property owners have a say in rezoning cases is valid;
however, this must be balanced against the needs of the entire community. At 20%, a
minority of the property owners can dictate the outcome of community development,
especially when one property owner with a large tract of land can constitute the entire
20%.
REQUESTED ACTION:
Raise the "objection pementage" of owners of property within 200 feet from 20% to a
simple majority; or require a favorable vote by two-thirds of the City Council members,
or a 5 to 2 vote, when the objection threshold is reached.
Property Owners as Representatives of Historic Districts on Historic Preservation
Commissions
Section 303.34 of the Iowa Code requires that: "At least one resident of each
designated area of historical significance shall be appointed to the commission." This
requirement is problematic for the City of Dubuque's Old Main Historic District, which is
primarily commercial. It would be beneficial for the City in the recruitment and retention
of commissioners to be able to appoint property owners to represent historic districts
Furthermore, since historic preservation regulations apply to the rehabilitation,
renovation and restoration of property, allowing property owners to serve on the
commission would be appropriate.
REQUESTED ACTION
Enact legislation which allows for property owners to represent historic districts on the
Historic Preservation Commission.
State Mandates
Cities are often faced with implementing mandates from the state and federal
governments without receiving the necessary funds for implementation.
REQUESTED ACTION:
Enact legislation which exempts local government from providing any new service or
engaging in any new activities if the state does not provide full funding.
_S. kate Park Liability
The Iowa Code provides liability for cities for persons using roller blades and skate
boards in skate parks. There is a strong interest by bicyclists to use the skate parks.
Nowever~ the lewa Coder(Joes not exempt cities from~iabitity for skate parks used by
bicyclists.
REQUESTED ACTION:
Enact legislation that exempts cities from liability for skate parks used by bicyclists.
Juvenile Detention Facilities
Dubuque's local law enforcement community is in need of a more conveniently located
juvenile detention facility. State funding is needed to support a local facility.
REQUESTED ACTION: Enact legislation that provides funding to build and operate a
juvenile detention facility in Dubuque County.
Alternative Revenue Sources
Cities in Iowa have seen the erosion of federal and state funding in the past several
years. This has forced cities to rely more heavily on property taxes to fund the delivery
of public services. The state should try to assist cities in reducing their reliance on the
property tax. Allowing use of additional alternative revenue sources would help to
accomplish this.
REQUESTED ACTION: Enact legislation that creates alternative revenue sources for
municipalities.
Provision of Child Day Care
The major changes in the welfare delivery system in the past years will have impacts on
citizens, businesses, agencies and all levels of government. The requirements that
recipients acquire a job or attend an educational institution will cause people to be away
from the home more frequently. The trend is also continuing in which both parents of a
family work outside of the home to maintain an adequate standard of living. These
changes and trends are creating an increase in the need for quality child day care by
families.
REQUESTED ACTION: Enact legislation which provides solutions and funding for day
care services for families.
_T.~_affic Charges Based on Vehicle Registration
Photo enforcement of traffic is becoming more common in law enforcement. In fact,
Dubuque is being considered as one of two sites in Iowa for a pilot project for such
enforcement. Most applications of this technology take identifiable photos of the
vehicle and license plate, but generally are not able to obtain an identifiable photo of
the driver.
REQUESTED ACTION: Enact legislation which would allow filing and prosecution of
certain traffic charges based on vehicle registration as opposed to specific identification
of the driver. This would facilitate photo enforcement of traffic light violations and photo
radar enforcement.
5
League of Iowa Cities Positions for the 2001 session
Priorities:
1. Preserve city authority to utilize tax increment financing
2. Pursue legislation that provides for a more equitable distribution of the
property tax burden among classes of property
3. Establish a 50 percent floor on the residential rollback
4. Prevent imposition of a property tax limitation on local government
· 5:-'Allow an inflationary adjustment to the square footage fee assessed to mobile
homes -
6; ~=xbmPt muniCipal swimmin~ P°els from §ales tax
7. Pursue legislation that reduces the impact of commercial and industrial valuation in
calculating the machinery and equipment (M & E) tax reimbursement for
communities that contain a substantial amount of M & E in the tax base. A financial
safety net should also be provided for all communities that demonstrate a
compelling need for additional revenue due to M & E loss.
Other Important Issues:
1, Eliminate the administrative fee on local option sales tax
Pursue legislation that equitably distributes the cost of law enforcement
protection among citizens and correlates those costs based on services
rendered
3. Pursue legislation directing an interim study of Road Use Tax Fund and a
review of the current allocation formula
4. Seek additional funding to enhance and build upon the Brownfietd
Redevelopment Program
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CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
MEMORANDUM
November 2, 2000
TO:
The Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
FROM:
Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager
SUBJECT: Fischer Cold Storage Warehouse Asbestos Abatement Project
Public Works Director Mike Koch is recommending that a public hearing be set for
November 20, 2000 to consider the Fischer Cold Storage Warehouse Asbestos Abatement
Project.
I concur with the recommendation and respectfully request Mayor and City Council approval.
Michael C. Van Milligen
MCVM/jh
Attachment
cc: Barry Lindahl, Corporation Counsel
Tim Moerman, Assistant City Manager
Mike Koch, Public Works Director
· CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
MEMORANDUM
October 31, 2000
TO:
FROM:
SUBJECT:
Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager
Michael A. Koch, Public Works Director /~/~
Fischer Cold Storage Warehouse Asbestos Abatement Project
INTRODUCTION
The enclosed resolutions authorize the public bidding procedures for the Fischer Cold
Storage Warehouse Asbestos Abatement Project.
BACKGROUND
On October 18, 2000, the City completed the Plastics Center, Inc. property acquisition
which included the Fischer Cold Storage Warehouse and Carriage building. Tenants
which currently occupy the property were given formal lease termination notices and
are in the process of vacating the property. Staff is optimistic that tenants will have
all storage materials removed from the property by November 1, 2000.
Pursuant to the Development Agreement with Platinum Hospitality Group, Inc., the
City is required to complete the demolition of existing structures and provide
environmental site clearance prior to finalizing the property lease agreement on
February 15, 2001. Prior to starting the Warehouse and Carriage building demolition,
all asbestos containing building materials need to be removed from the property.
DISCUSSION
The City retained Preston Engineering to perform a Phase II environmental survey of
the Plastics Center, Inc. property. This environmental survey included the assessment,
inventory and sampling for asbestos containing materials in both the Cold Storage
Warehouse and Carriage building.
Survey results concluded that asbestos containing materials were present in isolated
locations in the Warehouse only and none within the Carriage building. The limited
quantity of asbestos containing materials observed are in the forms of thermal pipe
insulation, thermal tank insulation, floor tile and mastic, linoleum and roofing materials.
The Asbestos Abatement Project shall include the complete removal, cleanup and
disposal of asbestos containing materials from the Fischer Cold Storage Warehouse.
The schedule for the project will be as follows:
Advertisement for Bids
Notice of Public Hearing on Plans
and Specifications
Receipt of Bids
Public Hearing
Award of Contract
Completion Date
November 8, 2000
November 10, 2000
November 17, 2000
November 20, 2000
November 20, 2000
December 22, 2000
RECOMMEND..__~ATION
I would recommend that the City Council establish the date for the public hearing, and
authorize the City Clerk to advertise for proposals for the Fischer Cold Storage
Warehouse Asbestos Abatement Project.
BUDGET IMPACT
Due to the aggressive project schedule, staff has not had the opportunity to consult
with asbestos contractors and develop an abatement project cost estimate. With the
isolated locations and limited quantity of asbestos containing materials, in addition to
wide open work spaces, sufficient area to handle and store equipment and materials
with readily available water and electric utilities, staff is optimistic that bid proposals
will be reasonable.
The project will be funded with General Fund balances from Fiscal Year 2001 revenues
over-budget and from.DRA surplus distribution.
ACTION TO BE TAKEN
The City Council is requested to establish the date for the public hearing and to
authorize the City Clerk to advertise for proposals through adoption of the attached
resolutions.
MAK/vjd
Prepared by Robert D. Schiesl, Civil Engineer
Pam Myhre, Acting Community and Economic Development Director
cc: Pauline Joyce, Administrative Services Manager
RESOLUTION NO. -00
PRELIMINARY APPROVAL OF PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF DUBUQUE, IOWA:
That the proposed plans, specifications, and form of contract for the Fischer Cold
Storage Warehouse Asbestos Abatement Project, are hereby approved and ordered filed
in the office of the City Clerk for public inspection.
Passed, adopted and approved this day of
,2000.
Attest:
Te~ance M. Duggan, Mayor
Jeanne F. Schneider, City Clerk
RESOLUTION NO. -00
FIXING DATE OF HEARING ON PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS
Whereas, the City Council of the City of Dubuque, Iowa has given its preliminary
approval on the proposed plans, specifications, and form of contract and placed same on
file in the office of the City Clerk for public inspection of the Fischer Cold Storage
Warehouse Asbestos Abatement Project.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
That on the 20th day of November 2000, a public hearing will be held at 6:30 p.m.
in the Public Library Auditorium at which time interested persons may appear and be heard
for or against the proposed plans and specifications, form of contract and cost of said
improvement, and the City Clerk be and is hereby directed to cause a notice of time and
place of such headng to be published in a newspaper having general circulation in the City
of Dubuque, Iowa, which notice shall be not less than four days nor more than twenty days
pdor to the day fixed for its consideration. At the headng, any interested person may
appear and file objections to the proposed plans, specifications, contract, or estimated cost
of the improvement.
Passed, adopted and approved this
day of ,2000.
Attest:
Terrance M. Duggan, Mayor
Jeanne F. Schneider, City Clerk
NOTICE OF HEARING ON PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS
Notice of public hearing on proposed plans and specifications, and the proposed
form of contract for the Fischer Cold Storage Warehouse Asbestos Abatement Project.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN: The City Council of Dubuque, Iowa will hold a public
headng on the proposed plans, specifications, form of contract and estimate of cost for the
Fischer Cold Storage Warehouse Asbestos Abatement Project, in accordance with the
provisions of Chapter 384, City Code of Iowa, at 6:30 p.m. on the 20th day of November,
2000, in the Public Library Auditorium in Dubuque, Iowa. Said proposed plans,
specifications, form of contract and estimate of cost are now on file in the office of the City
Clerk. At said hearing any interested person may appear and file objections thereto or to
the cost of the improvements.
Any visual or hearing-impaired persons needing special assistance or persons with
special accessibility needs should contact the City Clerk's office at (319) 589-4120 orTDD
at (319) 589-4193 in the Human Rights Department at least 48 hours prior to the meeting.
2000.
Published by order of the City Council given on the
day of
Jeanne F. Schneider, City Clerk
RESOLUTION NO. -00
RESOLUTION ADOPTING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS
Whereas, on the 1st day of November, 2000, plans, specifications, and form of
contract were filed with the City Clerk of Dubuque, Iowa for the Fischer Cold Storage
Warehouse Asbestos Abatement Project.
Whereas, notice of headng on plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimated
cost was published as required by law.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BYTHE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
That the said plans, specifications, and form of contract are hereby approved as the
plans, specifications, and form of contract for said improvements for said project.
Passed, adopted and approved this
day of ,2000.
Terrance M. Duggan, Mayor
Attest:
Jeanne F. Schneider, City Clerk
RESOLUTION NO. -00
ORDERING BIDS
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
That the Fischer Cold Storage Warehouse Asbestos Abatement Project is hereby
ordered to be advertised for bids for construction.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the amount of the security to accompany each
bid shall be in an amount which shall conform to the provisions of the notice to bidders
hereby approved as a part of the plans and specifications heretofore adopted.
That the City Clerk is hereby directed to advertise for bids for the construction of the
improvements herein provided, to be published in a newspaper having general circulation
in the City of Dubuque, Iowa, which notice shall not be less than four days nor _more than
forty-five days prior to the receipt of said bids at 2:00 p;m. on the 17th day of November,
2000. Bids shall be opened and read by the City Clerk at said time and will be submitted
to the Council for final action at 6:30 p.m. on the 20th day of November, 2000.
Passed, adopted and approved this
day of ,2000.
Terrance M. Duggan, Mayor
Attest:
Jeanne F. Schneider, City Clerk
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
MEMORANDUM
November 2, 2000
TO:
The Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
FROM:
Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager
SUBJECT: Vacating Petition - Crescent Ridge Road
Public Works Director Mike Koch is recommending approval of a request from McDermott Real
Estate to vacate a portion of Crescent Ridge Road right-of-way and that a public hearing be set
for November 20, 2000.
I concur with the recommendation and respectfully request Mayor and City Council approval.
Michael C. Van Milligen
MCVM/jh
Attachment
cc: Barry Lindahl, Corporation Counsel
Tim Moerman, Assistant City Manager
Mike Koch, Public Works Director
TO:
FROM:
SUBJECT:
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
MEMORANDUM
Michael C. Van Mitligen, City Manager
Michael A. Koch, Public Works Director
Vacating Petition - Crescent Ridge Road
October 27, 2000
INTRODUCTION
This is in response to a request from Dave Clemens, representing McDermott Real
Estate, for the vacating of a portion of C_rescent Ridge Road right-of-way.
DISCUSSION
The attached plat shows the portion of Crescent Ridge Road right-of-way proposed to
be vacated. The abutting properties are owned by McDermott Real Estate.
The area to be vacated is dividing into one lot numbered Lot F of Mineral Lots 232 and
291. Lot F of Mineral Lots 232 and 291 is an area of right-of-way platted in the late
1800s as part of Hawkeye Highway. When US Highway 20 was reconstructed in the
1920s, the State Highway Commission purchased a 66-foot right-of-way along this
area for the realignment. This effectively moved Crescent Ridge Road right-of-way
northerly and left and an area between the southerly right-of-way lines of the old and
new roads now being platted into Lot F of Mineral Lots 232 and 291.
This excess right-of-way has been occupied by the adjacent owner for over 50 years.
No record of a formal vacating or transfer has been found.
Current platting of Crescent Heights along the southerly right-of-way line of Crescent
Ridge Road, by McDermott Real Estate, requires that proposed Lot F of Mineral Lots
232 and 291 be vacated and disposed of.
No City utilities are located in the area to be vacated. Other utilities which may exist
in the area are provided for on the current plat of Crescent Heights.
I would recommend that the area indicated by Lot F of Mineral Lots 232 and 29t on
the attached plat be vacated, and that a public hearing be set for the disposition of the
City's interest in the subject area on November 20, 2000. I would further recommend
that the purchase price be established at the cost of platting, publication and filing fees
since the property's ownership has not been clearly known since about 1920. Since
that time, regardless Qf ownership, the property has been used as private property by
the adjacent landowner.
ACTION TO BE TAKEN
The recommendation of the City Manager should be approved and a public hearing
should be scheduled on the disposal of the property though adoption of the enclosed
_zesolutions and ordinance.
MAK/vjd
Prepared by Ronald J. Turner, P.L.S.
RESOLUTION NO. - 00
RESOLUTION APPROVING PLAT OF PROPOSED VACATED PORTION OF
CRESCENT RIDGE ROAD RIGHT-OF-WAY
Whereas, there has been presented to the City Council of the City of Dubuque,
Iowa, a plat dated October 18, 2000, prepared by Buesing & Associates, describing the
proposed vacated portion of Crescent Ridge Road right-of-way; and -
Whereas, said plat conforms to the. laws and statutes pertaining thereto.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CiTY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the plat dated October 18, 2000, prepared by Buesing &
Associates relative to the real estate hereinabove described be and the same is hereby
approved, and the Mayor and City Clerk be and they are hereby authorized and directed
to execute said plat for and on behalf of the City of Dubuque, Iowa.
Section 2. That the City Clerk be and is hereby authorized and directed to file
said plat and certified copy of this resolution in the office of the Recorder, in and for
Dubuque County, Iowa.
Passed, approved and adopted this __ day of
,2000.
Terrance M. Duggan, Mayor
Attest:
Jeanne F. Schneider, City Clerk
ORDINANCE NO. - 00
ORDINANCE VACATING THE A PORTION OF CRESCENT RIDGE ROAD RIGHT-
OF-WAY
Whereas, McDermott Real Estate has requested the vacating of a portion of
Crescent Ridge Road right-of-way; and
Whereas; Buesing & Associates has prepared and submitted to the City Council a
plat showing the vacated portion of Crescent Ridge Road right-of-way and assigned lot
numbers thereto, which hereinafter shall be known and described as Lot F of Mineral Lots
_232 and 291, in the City of Dubuque, Dubuque County, Iowa;
Whereas, the City Council of the City of Dubuque, Iowa has determined that [a
pc,'licn cf~3rcsccnt Ridge-Road fi§,ht-of-wa:pisn~ longer required~rrl~ublic-useTexcept
for utility easements as noted, and vacating of said portion of Crescent Ridge Road right-
of-way] known as Lot F of Mineral Lots 232 and 291 in the City of Dubuque, Dubuque
County, Iowa should be approved.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the real estate described as Lot F of Mineral Lots 232 and 291
in the City of Dubuque, Iowa, be and the same is hereby vacated.
Passed, approved and adopted this __ day of
,2000.
Terrance M. Duggan, Mayor
Attest:
Jeanne F. Schneider, City Clerk
RESOLUTION NO. - O0
RESOLUTION OF INTENT TO DISPOSE OF CITY INTEREST IN LOT F OF
MINERAL LOTS 232 AND 291, IN THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
Whereas, the McDermott Real Estate has requested the vacating of a portion of
Crescent Ridge Road right-of-way.
Whereas, Buesing & Associates has prepared and submitted to the City Council
a plat showing the vacated a portion of Crescent Ridge Road right-of-way and assigned
lot numbers thereto, which hereinafter shall be known and described as Lot F of
Mineral Lots 232 and 291 in the City of Dubuque, Iowa; and
.... . Whereas, the City Council of the City of Dubuque, Iowa has determined that this
portion of Crescent Ridge Road right-of-way is no longer required for public use, and
vacating and sale of said portions of Crescent Ridge Road known as Lot F of Mineral
Lots 232 and 291 in the City of Dubuque, Dubuque County, Iowa should be approved.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the City of Dubuque intends to dispose of its interest in Lot
F of Mineral Lots 232 and 291 in the City of Dubuque, Iowa.
Section 2. That the conveyance of Lot F of Mineral Lots 232 and 291 in the
City of Dubuque, Iowa to the McDermott Real Estate be contingent upon the payment
platting, publication and filing fees.
Section 3. That the City Clerk be and is hereby authorized and directed to
cause a notice of intent to dispose of said real estate to be published in the manner as
prescribed by law.
Passed, approved and adopted this
day of ,2000.
Attest:
Terrance M. Duggan, Mayor
Jeanne F. Schneider, City Clerk
RESOLUTION NO. - 00
RESOLUTION DISPOSING OF CITY INTEREST IN LOT F OF MINERAL LOTS
232 AND 291, IN THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
Whereas, pursuant to resolution and published notice of time and place of hearing,
published in the Telegraph Herald, a newspaper of general circulation published in the City
_~f_.Dubuque, Iowa on day of ,2000, the City Council of the City
of Dubuque, Iowa met on the day of ,2000, at 6:30 p.m.
in the Public Library Auditorium, 11th and Locust, Dubuque, Dubuque, County, Iowa to
consider the proposal for the sale of real estate described as:.
Lot F of Mineral Lots 232 and 291 in the City of Dubuque, Dubuque County, Iowa
Whereas, the City Council of the City of Dubuque, Iowa overruled any and all
objections, oral or written to the proposal to sell such real estate, except for easement as
noted.
NOWTHEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BYTHE CITY COUNCIL OFTHE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the sate of City of Dubuque real properly described as Lot F of
Mineral Lots 232 and 291 in the City of Dubuque, Dubuque County, Iowa, to McDermott
Real Estate be and the same is hereby approved for the cost of publication, platting and
filing fees. Conveyance shall be by Quit Claim Deed.
Section 2. That the Mayor be authorized and directed to execute a Quit Claim
Deed, and the City Clerk be and is hereby authorized and directed to deliver said deed of
conveyance to McDermott Real Estate upon receipt of the publication and filing fees.
Section 3. That the City Clerk be and is hereby authorized and directed to record
a certified copy of this resolution in the office of the City Assessor, Dubuque County
Recorder and Dubuqu(~ County Auditor.
Passed, approved and adopted this __ day of
,2000.
Attest:
Terrance M. Duggan, Mayor
Jeanne F. Schneider, City Clerk
LAW OFFICES OF
YNOLDS &ICE, NLhNE, L.L.P.
SUITE 222 FISCHER BUIZDING
P.O. BOX 239
DUBUQUE, IOWA 52004-0239
TELEPHONE: (319) 556-8000
FAX: (319) 556-8009
E-Mail:rkenline~rnwci.net
October 20, 2000
M~vor Ten'y Duggan
c/oCityH~t
t3aand Central
Dubuque, IA 52001
Dear Mayor Duggan:
Enclosed you Mil find a proposed plat wh/ch ind/cates when Crescent R/dge Road was
moved certain land was left between the new right-of-~vay land and the old right-of-way land
which is set out as Lot F. Larry. and Sharon McDermo~ have purchased the properS- to the south
and are desirous of the City of Dubuque vacating Lot F and transferring ownership to them:
Please let us know what we can do.
DLC/cas
Enclosure
Sincerely,
Dav/d L. Clemens
DUBUQUE REGIONAL AIRPORT
COMMI~qSION MEETING
Monday, October 23, 2000
4:00 p.m.
Dubuque Regional Akport
Dubuque Air Service Conference Room
PRESENT:
ABSENT:
STAFF:
GUES TS:
MEDIA:
Doug Brotherton, Rick Good[n, Jim O'Neill, John Markham, and Teri Goodmann
None
Ken Kraemer, Bob Boleyn, Peggy Dickson, and Gordy Vetsch
None
None
01.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Jim O'Neill made a motion to approve the minutes of the 09/25/2000 and 10/17/2000
Airport Commission meetings. This motion was seconded by Rick Goodin. AYES: Ail.
NAYS: None.
02.
SEPTEMBER 2000 AIRPORT STATISTICS REVIEW
A. Revenue passenger enplanements:
1) American Eagle was up 4.82 % for the first nine months of 2000 compared
to the fkst nine months of 1999.
(2) Northwest Airlink was down 4.30% for the first nine months of 2000
compared to the fkst nine months of 1999.
(3) United Express was up 15.91% for the f'zrst nine months of 2000
compared to the frrst nine months of 1999.
(4) Overall Airport totals were up 4.42% for the fn:st nine months of 1999
compared to the first nine months of 1999.
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B. Aircraft Operations:
Aircraft operations (takeoffs and landings) were up 5.23% for the first nine
months of 2000 compared to the f~rst nine months of 1999.
C. Aviation Fuel Gallons Pumped:
(1)
100LL AVGAS gallons pumped were up 13.35 % for the first nine months
of 2000 compared to the first nine months of 1999.
(2)
JET A Fuel gallons pumped were down 6.34% for the first nine months
of 2000 compared to the first nine months of 1999.
(3)
Overall fuel gallons pumped were down 2.46 % for the first nine months
of 2000 compared to the first nine months of 1999.
The Commission discussed the comparison between load factors and the size of the
aircraft. United Express had been flying two flights per day with a 19 passenger aircraft.
Ken had a series of graphs on passengers statistics which will be updated for the
Commission on a quarterly basis.
03___~.SEPTEMBER 2000 AIRPORT FINANCIAL REPORT AND ACCOUNTS
RECEIVABLE AGING REPORT
A. September Expenses should be at 25.00 % of the annual budget, but actual airport
operatin~ expenses are at 28.30%. At this point, we are $65.869.63 OVER in
expenses.
B. September Revenues should be at 16.17 % of the armual budget, but actual airport
operatin~ revenues are at 35.77%. At this point, we are $165,097.65 OVER in
revenues.
C. Being $65,869.63 OVER in expenses and $165,097.65 OVER in revenues brings
us $99,228.02 AI-IE, AD of the operating budget proiections for Fiscal Year
2001.
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04. SEPTEMBER 2000 i*IX~,D BASE OPERATION (FBO) FINANCIAL REPORTN
The Commission mentioned the decrease in the fuel pumped, Ken attributed this to the
loss of the Detroit hub by Northwest Airlink. The summary sheet was revised to reflect
the availability of the FBO to hangar transient aircraft. The Commission commended
Gordy on the "no accident" report for the frost three months of the new fiscal year. A
set of graphs showing fuel gallons pumped and aircraft operations will be given the
Commission quarterly.
05. SEPTEMBER 2000 AIRPORT OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE REPORT?;
The Commission asked Bob Boleyn about the Operations staff responsibilities in such as
cases as the bank robbery at Key West when the Airport is notified by law enforcement
officials. The Airport cooperates and will assist if necessary, but our people do not carry
weapons. In this case the request was to watch for the vehicle in case the suspects were
planning an escape via an aircraft. In case of an emergency at the Airport, our staff
contact either the sheriff or police for backup. The surveillance cameras will provide
airport staff with additional security when installation is completed.
06. CONSTRUCTION UPDATE: RUNWAY 18/36 PROJECT (PHASE THREE)
Bob Boleyn told the Commission the project needed about ten more paving days before
the project shut down for winter. This should not be a problem, but the grading and
electrical work will take much more time and project time will be very tight. Flynn has
been a very good contractor. The Commission talked about the scope of the grading.
Next year when the instrumentation is relocated, the Airport will be without the ILS for
about one month. This is planned for August 2001, it normally being the best time
weather-wise. There is a small change order pending to cover work with the grade of
the slope.
07.
,CONSTRUCTION UPDATE: R~AY 18/36 EXTENSION PROJECT (PHASE
FOUR)
The Airport Commission was asked to approve and authorize the Chairman to sign the
Construction Observation Agreement with CMT for the Phase Four work. John
Markham made a motion to approve the contract in the mount of $235,000. This
motion was seconded by Jim O'Neill. AYES: All. NAYS: None.
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08. CONSTRUCTION UPDATE: EXTERIOR TERMINAL RENOVATION (PHASE
TWO)
Bob Boleyn told the Commission he hoped that by the next Commission meeting the
terminal project would be completed for the winter and the scaffolding down in front of
the terminal. The project looks very nice.
09.___,.. AIRCRAFT T-HANGAR CONSTRUCTION PROJECT
10.
This project might be a little ahead of schedule. Rock from the runway project was used
instead of soil for the sub-base material. IIW is checking the stability of the soils in the
problem area. So far nothing has been found that was not expected. Footings should
be poured yet this week. There may be some savings with the phone line relocation
costs, which will now be shared with A. Y. McDonald because of their new hangar is
in the same area. Ken Kraemer told the Commission the bond sale for the hangars is
tomorrow at 4:30 p.m. The Commission is not expected to be present.
WILDLIFE HAZARD ASSESSMENT ISSUES
Included in the packet was a copy of the report made by the Wildlife Hazard Assessment
personnel when they visit the Airport. The number of wildlife sightings have gone
down. Bob Boleyn told the Commission with all the construction activity going on at the
Airport, the a~nimals are somewhat reluctant to frequent the area. It is possible that some
fencing will be done before the project closes for the winter.
AIR SERVICE TASK FORCE REPORT
The Air Service Task Force has approved a twelve month program with a series of
events aimed at improving air service. Some discussion centered around the May 2001
trip to Washington, D.C. There was discussion about whom would be asked participate
with the Commission. Doug Brotherton said the twelve month list of activities was very
aggressive. Rick said he had talked with Terry Mozena, American Eagle Station
regarding solutions to some persistent problems regarding flight reliability of the last
Chicago to Dubuque flight each night. American Eagle has a new customer service
representative for the Chicago O'Hare area which can possibly be of assistance.
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12. MANAGER'S UPDATE
Ken reported that Bob bad turned in a second draft of his Position Description
Questionnaire.
Formal weekly staff meetings have been started. Doug said he was very
interested in reading the minutes as it kept bim up to date on the airport.
The budget has occupied most of the month of October. The next step will be
submitting any Improvement Requests to City Hall.
A Y McDonald's land lease agreement was signed today, October 23, 2000, on
the sixth draft.
The Grassley Air Service meeting in Ames and travel arrangements discussed.
Senator Grassley himself will not attend if he is needed that day in Washington
to vote on legislation.
Ken has talked with Terry Mozena about a special event promotion on November
2, 2000, the official beginning of the regional jet service. Ten'y is planning a
ribbon cutting at 10:55 a.m. The Chamber Ambassadors should be asked to
attend, and the Chairman may be asked to say a few words.
7. AIR 21 appropriation bill was signed today in Washington.
8. George W. Bush may visit in the Dubuque area on October 31, 2000.
CORRESPONDENCE
Ken had graphs comparing the airfares between the four cities that are tracked. Dubuque
bas very favorable fares, especially in Business Air Fares and Walk-Up Fares, being
lower than those available at Chicago O'Hare.
The Commission commented on the letter from the lady from Cedar Falls who drove to
Dubuque because of the low air fares. Teri questioned if we shouldn't advertise in other
communities. The advertising budget can't afford it, and we may have problems with
our neighboring airports if we advertise our Airport in their city.
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Ken told the Commission that Dubuque will lead the nation in being the first airport to
satisfactorily complete all the paperwork and implement the new PFC legislation. The
date for airlines to be ready for the new $4.50 rate was set using Dubuque's
implementation date of April 2001. Ken and the Commission thanked Peggy for her
work on Dubuque's Passenger Facility Charge (PFC) submission.
The Commission talked about using lap top computers for their meetings. All
Commissioners have one available to them. The Commission asked Airport staff to
begin working on an e-mailed commission packet. Staff minutes will be sent out via the
internet.
The Commission also discussed using every other meeting to focus on Airport goals.
November's meeting will focus on Commission goals. Teri will be sent a copy of the
current Commission goals.
Jim O'Neill made a motion to adjourn the meeting. This motion was seconded by John
Markham. AYES: All. NAYS: None. Meeting adjourned at 5:12 p.m.
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CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION
Date: Tuesday, October 3, 2000
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Place of Meeting: Five Flags Civic Center - Orpheum Room
Chairperson Loras Kluesner called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. in the
Orpheum Room at Five Flags.
Present: Chairperson Loras Kluesner; Commissioners Merle Duehr and Richard
Wertzberger
Also Present: Randy Peck, Personnel Manager
1. Approval of Minutes of September 20, 2000
Commissioner Wertzberger moved that the minutes of September 20, 2000 be
approved. Seconded by Duehr, unanimously approved.
2. Schedule Hearing Date for Appeal of William Kelly
Commissioners Wertzberger moved that the hearing be scheduled for
Thursday, October 19, 2000 at 9:00 a.m. in Conference Room "A" at City
Hall. Seconded by Duehr, unanimously approved.
3. Request to Schedule Promotional Exam for the position of Lead Mechanic
Commissioner Wertzberger moved to set the date for a promotional
examination for the position of Lead Mechanic and that the time limit be
established at two years. Seconded by Duehr; unanimously approved. It was
then moved by Commission Duehr that the test be held on Tuesday, October
24, 2000, at 6:30 p.m., in the Majestic Room at the Five Flags Center; that
the application deadline be set at 5:00 p.m., on October 17, 2000. Seconded
by Wertzberger; unanimously approved.
4. Request to Schedule Entrance Exam for the Position of Mechanic
Commissioner Duehr moved to set the date for an entrance examination for
the position of Mechanic and that the time limit be established at two years.
Seconded by Wertzberger; unanimously approved. It was then moved by
Commission Wertzberger that the test be held on Wednesday, November 1,
2000, at 6:30 p.m., in the Bijou Room at the Five Flags Center; and that the
eligibility list be established at two years. Seconded by Duehr; unanimously
approved.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 7:1 5 p.m.
Chairpers?~Sras Kluesner
Approved at meeting of
MINUTES OF THE ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP ADVISORY COMMISSION
OCTOBER 3, 2000
4:00 P.M.
CITY HALL ANNEX, 1300 MAIN, CONFERENCE ROOM # 1
Peter Simon called the meeting to order at 4:00 p.m.
MEMBERS PRESENT: John Bennett, Dave Czarnecki, Peter Simon, W~lliam Niemann
MEMBERS ABSENT: Mike Buelow, Briana Tully (appointed 10/2/00)
STAFF PRESENT: Paul Horsfall, Mary Rose Corrigan
Peter Simon completed the Certification of Compliance with the Iowa Open Meetings Law.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
John Bennett moved to approve the minutes of the September 5, 2000 ESAC meeting. Bill
Niemann seconded the motion. There were no changes or additions and the Minutes were
approved as distributed.
TEST AGENDA:
The "radon" agenda item will be tabled because of the absence of Mike Buelow. With that
change, John Bennett moved to accept the agenda. Dave Czarnecki seconded the motion.
Motion passed unanimously.
ITEMS FROM COMMISSION:
OLD BUSINESS:
1. Environmental Status Indicators.
John Bennett stated that he had nothing new on the pesticide issue. Mary Rose suggested
that she could go through last year's Minutes and compile a synopsis on suggested
indicators for a report to the City Council. Mary Rose will also check on the Land Use
Mapping results.
NEW BUSINESS:
1. Cancer.
Mike Buelow suggested to Mary Rose that we invite Dr. Blyton to attend a meeting to speak
about cancer rates. Mary Rose stated that before the Commission request Dr. Blyton to
attend a meeting, we need a clear idea of the questions that the Commission would like him
to address. Bill Niemann suggested lung cancer rates for non-smokers in relation to radon.
John Bennett stated that he went to Dr. Blyton's presentation and stated that Dr. Blyton is
an oncologist, not an epidemiologist, so he might not be an expert in the kind of information
the Commission is interested in. He also stated that Dr. Blyton seemed ill-at-ease When
asked questions about "rates" at his presentation. John Bennett stated that Dr. Blyton did
distribute a good handout, and Mary Rose suggested that the Commission take a look at that
before inviting him to a meeting. Bill Niemann stated that the TH had a good article on
radon, and he will see that the Commissioners get a copy.
2. Community Indicators for Success Project.
Mary Rose referred the information distributed in the Commissioner's packets. She stated
that the Commission's input was requested. It was stated that the "short list" of four
indicators was good and there was probably data for these indicators. A general discussion
of different possible indicators and the possibility of tracking ensued. Radon was suggested
as an indicator to be added, and if that is too broad, possibly the number of radon
mitigations. It was suggested that the 4th indicator "air quality" should have some bullets,
i.e., radon, carbon monoxide, standards. John Bennett felt that best land use and
greenspace should be targeted issues, but not on the short list. Bill stated he thought it was
covered in Land Use Mapping. John stated that it is not enough, and he feels the City needs
to make things friendlier and more accessible. It was suggested that alternative, or
pedestrian, transportation should be under land use item. John stated that urban growth is
a measurable indicator. It was felt that "percent of greenspace" should be changed to
"public land use" with greenspace as a subtitle, as well as pedestrian accessibility. Mary
Rose will take the Commissioners comments and put something together for the Planning
staff.
ITEMS FROM STAFF:
OLD BUSINESS:
1. Deer.
A short discussion on blood wipe sampling deer by hunters took place. Bill will let the
contact person at the University of Dubuque know, and he can see if this could possibly still
take place. John Bennett stated he had two articles on deer that he will forWard to the
Commission.
NEW BUSINESS:
1. MiSsissippi River Refuge Project.
Mary Rose stated that the information distributed for the last Commission meeting was just
to inform Commissioners that a new chapter of this organization was being formed in
Dubuque and they were looking for members. Dave Czamecki stated that they still need
about ten members and the intent of the chapter is to tie in to the River Discovery Center.
ITEMS FROM THE PUBLIC:
1. Jefferson Junior High School Survey.
Mary Rose Corrigan stated that she had forWarded the survey in the Commissioner's
packets to see if anyone was interested in commenting. There was a brief discussion of the
questions. Paul Horsfall will compile something on energy and emissions to respond to the
students.
CLARIFICATION OF TASKS:
Commissioners will continue to gather data on pesticides/herbicide use and other possible
environmental status indicators. Mary Rose will forWard Commission's comments to
Planning. John Bennett will forWard the two deer articles and the Cancer handout. Bill
Niemann will send the radon article and check on the lyme disease testing.
Mary Rose stated that Latricia Edrosa has moved out of the city, and with Peter Simon
opting to not renew his term, there will be two openings for Commissioners.
NEXT MEETING DATE:
November 7, 2000.
FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS:
Environmental indicators, radon, cancer.
ADJOURNMENT:
John Bennett moved to adjourn the meeting. Bill Niemann seconded the motion. Meeting
was adjourned at 4:55 P.M.
MINUTES
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
DESIGN REVIEW SESSION
Thursday, October 19, 2000
5:00 p.m.
Board Room, Carnegie Stout Library
360 W. 11th Street, Dubuque, :Iowa
PRESENT:
Chairperson Terry Mozena; Commission Members Ken Kringle, _~im Gibbs,
Suzanne Guinn, Christopher Wand; Staff Members Laura Carstens and
Guy Hemenway.
ABSENT: Commission Member Pam Bradford.
CALL TO ORDER_~.' The meeting was called to order at 5:10 p.m.
AFFIDAVIT OF COMPLIANCE: Staff presented an Affidavit of Compliance verifying
the meeting was being held in compliance with the :Iowa Open Meetings Law.
MINUTES: The minutes of the August 17, 2000 meeting were approved unanimously
as submitted.
DESIGN REVIEW\ 1299 Locust Street (BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF GREATER
DUBUQUE): Application of Boys & Girls Club of Greater Dubuque for a Certificate of
Appropriateness for property located at 1299 Locust Street to build additional
gymnasium space in conjunction with the Boys & Girls Club Facility located in the
_~ackson Park Historic Preservation District.
Brian Meyer, Executive Director of the Boys & Girls Club of Dubuque, introduced Mike
Ruden, Durrant Group, who outlined the modified building plans for the Commission.
Mr. Ruden stated that the new design addresses the large blank wall area that originally
concerned the Commission. He said that the brick work'has been redesigned and that
window fenestration has been added. He stated that the redesign incorporates
elements of the existing building into the added fenestration. He stated that the iron
railing has been changed to a brick structure.
Mr. Ruden described the connection between the Boys & Girls Club facility and the
former McTntyre building, stating that two windows were added to improve security and
visibility to the back area. He stated that the Boys & Girls Club wants to add a wrought
iron gate to enclose the back area for security purposes. He said that the addition
would be contiguous with the existing structure. Commissioner Gibbs asked about
elements along the roof line.
Mr. Ruden stated that a small portion of the structure would have a fiat roof with
parapet. The Commission discussed the building design. Commissioner Gibbs stated
he was pleased with the brick work and windows, and the way the steps were
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October 19, 2000
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designed. Commissioner Gibbs said asked about adding landscaping. Mr. Ruden stated
that the soils were too poor to do extensive landscaping on the site. Commissioner
Gibbs asked if additional landscaping could be added around the entry doors. Mr.
Ruden stated that this area is vulnerable to erosion and that it was needed for
additional parking.
Chairperson Mozena asked why the connection to the McIntyre Building had been
changed. Mr. Ruden stated that it had been redesigned to be less obtrusive and more
open. He discussed the design of the addition, stressing the physical connections
between all of'the Boys & Girls Club's structures and the new window fenestration.
Hr. Ruden stated that the Boys & Girls Club will have the required amount of parking as
per a variance granted by the Zoning Board of Adjustment. Mr. Ruden and the
Commission discussed parking requirements and provision of parking for the facility.
Chairperson Mozena questioned the wrought iron fence design, but also said that the
Boys & Girls Club redesign adequately addressed the Commission's original concerns.
Motion by Wand, seconded by Kringle, to approve the Certificate of Appropriateness for
the Boys & Girls Club facility as submitted. Motion was approved by the following vote:
Aye - Kringle, Gibbs, Wand, Guinn and Mozena; Nay - None.
DES:ZGN REVTEW\1274 Locust Street: Application of Ross Ball for a Certificate of
Appropriateness for property located at 1274 Locust Street to build a 11/2 car garage
behind the property located in the 3ackson Park Historic Preservation District.
Ross Ball stated that he wants to replace a former garage and remove a dilapidated
retaining wall. He said that the garage's dimensions are approximately 16' x 18'. He
said that he does not want to place windows in the structure. He stated that, although
the roof will be fiat, it will be pitched toward his house to keep water from running onto
his neighbor's lot.
Commissioner Wand stated that there was another garage in the alley that had a similar
fiat roof design. Hr. Ball stated that the south walt would be built on the property line
and would be made from concrete. He said that the rest of the structure would be
limestone and brick. He stated that the back wall of the garage, which faces his house,
would be concrete and would be mostly below grade. Mr. Ball stated that the best
material for the garage door is wood. He said that the garage is necessary to provide
additional off-street parking for his residence.
Mr. Ball stated that he is having problems with storm water run-off from an incomplete
addition without gutters on an adjacent property. Commissioners directed staff to ask
the Building Department to inspect the adjacent property to ensure that it is secured
and meets Building Code standards.
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October 19, 2000
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Motion by Guinn, seconded by Wand, to approve the Certificate of Appropriateness as
submitted, with the condition that the garage door be wooden. Motion approved by the
following vote: Aye - Kringle, Gibbs, Wand, Guinn and Mozena; Nay - None.
DESIGN REVIEW\ 120! locust Street (ST. MARK'S COMMUNTTY CENTER):
Application of St. Mark's Community Center for a Certificate of Appropriateness for
property located at 1201 Locust Street to replace porch railings and a porch hood, and
add a false balcony and air conditioning enclosure to the building located in the Jackson
Park Historic Preservation District.
Danny Kolb, with Kolb Construction, stated that he plans to replace a back porch roof
on the north side of the structure. He said that he used the existing porch roof on the
south ~ide of the structure as a model for the design. He said that'fie also wants to
replace an existing railing and build a false balcony on the structure. He discussed the
baluster and railing design and distributed a sample of the baluster to Commissioners.
He said that the balusters are designed to match existing roof details.
The Commission discussed the baluster design and spacing. The Commission agreed
that the Building Department will regulate the separation between balusters as per the
Building Code. Mr. Kolb stated that the ceiling of the porch roof and deck will be
constructed with tongue and groove boards, and that the porch roof will be covered
with asphalt shingles.
Motion by Guinn, seconded by Gibbs, to approve the Certificate of Appropriateness as
presented. Motion was approved by the following vote: Aye - Kringle, Gibbs, Wand,
Guinn and Mozena; Nay - None.
DESIGN REVIEW/76 MAIN STREET: Application of David Herbst for a Certificate of
Appropriateness for property located at 76 Main Street to attach two canopies to the
rear of the building as part of the facade grant program.
Dave Herbst reviewed the canopy design with the Commission. He said that the
canopies will have an aluminum frame and face the freeway. He said he is trying to
improve the building's appearance. He distributed a sample of the canvas material to
be used for the canopy.
Motion by Kringle, seconded by Wand, to approve the Certificate of Appropriateness as
presented. Motion was approved by the following vote: Aye - Kringle, Gibbs, Wand,
Guinn and Mozena; Nay- None.
ITEMS FROM PUBLIC: ~lim Jacobsen and Molly Myers Naumann updated the
Commission as to the status of the historical properties survey. Mr. Jacobsen stated the
survey field work will be completed by Friday, October 20. He stated that he and
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October 19, 2000
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Myers Naumann found many interesting structures on Lincoln Avenue and in the
northwest quadrant of the research area. He said there may be several hundred
structures to add to the list. Ms. Myers Naumann said that there are numerous clusters
of historic buildings in the survey area that are too small to comprise districts.
Commissioner Guinn asked about the next step in the process. Mr. Jacobsen stated
that further research is necessary, and that there needs to be some contextual
information and a cover document. He said that many of the structures in the field are
losing integrity and that more work needs to be done in other areas of the community.
H6said that he is still accepting input on the draft report. Commissioner Guinn inquired
as to the status of the glossary. Ms. Myers Naumann said that the illustrated glossary
will not be completed during this phase of the survey. She said a preliminary glossary
could be developed.
ITEI~S FRO~4 COI4MI$$ION:
Long Range Planning Advisory Commission Review of Historic Preservation Districts:
Chairperson Mozena asked about the status of the Commission's request that the Long
Range Planning Advisory Commission review recisions, alterations, changes and
additions to Historic Districts, rather than the Zoning Advisory Commission.
Staff Member Carstens stated that both the Zoning Advisory Commission and the Long
Range Planning Advisory Commission were amenable to that change, and that
correspondence would be distributed at the November 2, 2000, work session.
Historic Preservation Grant Money/Budget Process: Staff Member Carstens discussed
the memo outlining the HPC grant money and budget process. Chairperson Mozena
stated that affordable housing and historic preservation were City Council goals. He
stated there is a belief that these two goals can be combined in an effort to preserve
historic properties and provide affordable housing. He stated that he would keep the
Commission apprised of the progress of these goals.
Historic Preservation Seminar sponsored by Premier Bank: Chairperson Mozena
discussed the upcoming Historic Preservation Seminar to be sponsored by Premier
Bank. He said that when available, he would notify the Commission of the time and
place of the seminar. He encouraged Commissioners and any interested parties to plan
to attend,
HPC Advertising for Church Bulletin and Calendar: Commissioner Kringle discussed the
offer of free weekly church bulletin advertising for the HPC. He also said that a free
advertisement is available for an upcoming "Lost Treasures of Dubuque" calendar.
Commission members recommended contacting the National Trust for Historic
Preservation to determine which week in May is Historic Preservation Week. The
Commission asked staff to draft a blurb to place in the calendar.
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October 19, 2000
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"Dubuaue 2005" Presentation
Commissioner Guinn recommended that staff request the City Manager to schedule a
"Dubuque 2005" presentation with the Commission. She stated that the 20-30 minute
Power Point presentation is very interesting.
Commissioner Chris Wand requested the draft architectural survey document.
Buettell Bros. Building, 841 Central Avenue
The Commission discussed the disposition of the Buettell Bros. Company building at 841
Central Avenue. They were concerned with the potential demolition of the building as
part of the proposed jail expansion. Chairperson Mozena stated that the Commission
should draft a letter to the City Council and County Supervisors asking to preserve the
building. The Commission agreed to have staff draft a letter outlining their concerns for
the building. The Commissioners said that if demolition is proposed, then the
Commission should request that a Historical American Building Survey (HABS) be
undertaken to record and preserve the buitding's history.
Motion by Guinn, seconded by Wand, to direct staff to send a letter to the City Council
and County Board asking that the Buettell Bros. Company building be utilized as part of
the jail expansion. The motion was passed unanimously.
[owa's Most Endangered Properties Nominations
The Commission discussed the Iowa Preservation Alliance's request for endangered
properties nominations. They noted that the deadline for submission of information was
October 30, 2000. The Commission discussed several buildings and selected the
following in priority order:
2.
3.
4.
5.
H & W building, 3000 Elm Street.
Dubuque Star Brewery, 4th Street Extension.
Lady of Lords Building, 17th & Heeb Streets.
Buettell Bros. Company, 841 Central Avenue.
Walsh Stores, ~301 Central Avenue.
Motion by Guinn, seconded by Wand, to nominate these five buildings to the list of
Iowa's Host Endangered Properties. The motion was passed unanimously.
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October 19, 2000
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ITEMS FROM STAFF:
Appeal of the HPC decision for 623-627 Arlington Street
Staff informed the Commission that B & W Properties has filed with the City Council, an
appeal of their decision regarding 623-627 Arlington Street. Commissioners reviewed
Vicky Bechen's appeal letter and the response drafted by staff. Commissioner Kringle
said that the numbers provided justified economic hardship. Commissioner Guinn said
that Bechen and Wood proved their case, and that the numbers included in the
application were provided by a trustworthy source.
Commissioner Gibbs said that the numbers also indicated that vinyl siding with a brick
front is also a viable option. Commissioner Guinn stated that part of the problem with
economic hardship is that there is no City standard for reasonable rate of return as
contended by the applicants. She asked that the letter state that the Historic
Preservation ordinance does not spell out a'percentage standard for the rate of return.
Commissioners felt that many of iris. Bechen and Mr. Woods' applications were
incomplete or inaccurate, which lengthens the process. Commissioners stated that
language should be added to the letter to indicate that the applicants delayed the
process by tabling requests, not providing numbers in a timely fashion and by
submitting poorly organized materials. Commissioner Guinn said that the Commission
worked very hard and in good faith to process the application.
Commissioners said they felt that the Commission followed the intent of the ordinance.
Chairperson Mozena asked that staff double-check the math on page 2, regarding a
.2% rate of return.
The Commission requested that City staff place the Historic Preservation Commission on
the City Council agenda mailing list.
AD]OURNMENT: The meeting adjourned at 7:40 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Guy Hemenway, Assistant Planner
Adopted
MINUTES OF HOUSING COMMISSION MEETING
DATE: 10 October 2000
TIME: 4 p.m.
PLACE: Housing Services Department Office
1805 Central Avenue / Dubuque, Iowa 52001
Chairperson Holz called the meeting to order at 4:10 p.m. following staff assurance of
compliance with Iowa Open Meeting Law.
Commissioners Present: Jim Holz Harry Neustadt
Tom Swift Pauia Stanlund
Bea Bisenius-Soens
Jim Stock
Dan Teply
Commissioners Absent Dave Kapler (excused)
Dorothy Culbertson (excused)
Staff Present: David Harris Joleen Palterson
Janet Walker
Comn~,~,oner Swift moved to approve the 12 September 2000 ~mission meeting minutes as
submitted, Co~ner Neustadt seconded~ Roll calt~ Stenlund-abstain; Bisenius-Soens~
abstain. All others present in favor. Motion passed:
None.
Old Bualness4:
Appeal from-Maliss~:Fondell
Commissioner Bisenius-Soens moved to deny the requestfer appeal. Commissioner Stenlund
seconded. Roll call~
denied. HoE-nay; Stenlund-nay; Swift-nay; Neustadt-nay, Bisenius-aye; Motion
Co~ Stenlund moved to have Ms. Fonde~ provide information on her
intentions. Cornmissioner Neustadt seconded;
David willpreparealelter to Ms: Fondell. RollcalL A3presentinfaver. Motien passed:
New, Busines~
CommunityJndicaters Review; Referral from PlaaMog.~n
David reviewed_~ ~st of proposed indicators for the Communiiylnclicators for Success project;
C°mmi~ ~s moved to include 'Numberof neighborhoed association
Par~Jcipants~bynumber of homeowners and number-of te~dn~; '^versgerents versus area
median income' and 'Percent of rental vacancies city-wide' to the existing list. Commissioner
Stenlund senoncle~. Roll call. All present irrfavor. MMfon passed~ ·
~A~n~pdle~u :.tlt~11~e/1~mgl~itafion Program Policies to allow eligibility for owner-occupants-of
This item was returned from the September Commission meeting agenda. Commissioner Swift
moved to alloweligibility for up to four units under the Homeowner Program. Commissioner
Stenlund seconded: Roll call. Bisenius-Soens-nay. All others present in favor. Motion passed~
foAmendme.t to Rehabilitation pm-rem por--~..- _. .... ._ .
r nror~.~o ..--=.~ ...... :-~. ,,,.~ w o-~w homeowner Loans up to $30,000
r --.-~--,~..,.g cae pamtabafament
Joleen stated that the amendment is requested due to the new HUD lead paint regulations which
went into effect September 15, 2000 for all CDBG projects. After thorough discussion,
Commissioner Stenlund moved to approve up to $35,000 for homeowner rehabilitation loans
requiring lead paint abatement and which are:located ouiside the target area for the City's
current Lead Hazard Reduction Program. Commissioner Swift seconded. Roll call. Bisenius-
Soens-nay; Neustadt-nay, All othem present in favor. Mo~n passed.
RRh~oo~e~/;~:e~ln~ LoHLouu~n~t°an am°unts f°r previ°usly approved properties on
Joleen reviewed the Rhomberg Avenue project and requested an additional $1,600 be added to
the loan due to extra work performed. Commissioner Swflt moved to approve the additional
$1,600. Commissioner Stendlund seconded. Roll call. AE present in favor. Motion passed.
Joleen then reviewed the Louise Sleet project and requested an additional $5,000 for
replacement of a roof and ~ rer~ ~:~ due to a recent storm: Commissioner Neustadt moved
Roll call All P~ill~Wor:. Motio~passe~
Discussion of Commission Meefingdate Change~
Comrni~~moved:
e~ay of ~*monlkso t m,~ ~,,,...._... ,~ ...........~ vedto the four~
All present m f~- However. d ~~ seconded. Roll ~r
November 14, 2000, for a special meeting to reviewthe Pr02 CIP budgeL
Information Sba '
None.
There being no furtfler business to '
adjourn; come before ~e:Cornrrassmn; Commissioner Swift moved to
Commissioner Neustadt seconded. Motion passed by voice vote. Meeting as
adjourned at 5:15 p.m;
Minutes taken by,
Kris Ney~~
Rehab Assistant
,~._R ~espectfully submitted by,
David Harris
Department Manager
KLN
MINUTES OF
HOUSING CODE APPEALS BOARD
TUESDAY, AUGUST 15, 2000
4:30 P.M.
1805 CERTRAL AVENUE
DUBUQUE, IOWA 52001
MEMBERS PRESENT:
MEMBERS ABSENT:
STAFF PRESENT:
PUBLIC PRESENT:
Bob Schaub, Bill Kinsella, Ed Swift, Tom Swift,
and Bob Sampson
Dave Althaus and Tom Harman
Kathy Lamb, Tom Smith, and Bobbi Delaney
Peter Eck
AFFIDAVIT OF COMPLIANCE:
Staff verified that the meeting was being held in compliance with Iowa
Open Meeting Laws.
CERTIFICATION OF MINI3TES:
Page three was omitted from the copies sent to the board members.
Certification was deferred until the new minutes are sent out.
ALL DEFICIENCIES AND MOTIONS ARE IN ACCORDANCE WIT~ THE DUBUQUE
RESIDENTIAL HOUSING CODE UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED. EXTENSIONS OF TIME
~RANTED IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 26-9.(f)(1) AND VARIANCES ARE
ED IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 26-9.(f) (2).
......... OLD BUSINESS .........
CASE %:
00-00231
970 OLIVE ST
DUBUQUE, IA 52001
MOTION: TOM SWIFT
SECOND: ED SWIFT
THE FINDINGS OF THE BOARD WERE:
This property was viewed prior to the July 25th meeting.
Tom and Vicky 0'Malley, owners, requested variances for the
following items:
Apartment#6
1. The bathroom ceiling height which is 6'1" in half of the
room and 6'4" in the remainder which is less than the 6' 8"
required by 26-10.(d) (3)a.1.
2. The living room ceiling height which is 6'10" in 1/2 of
the room and full height in the remainder which is less than
the 7' required by 26-10. (d) (3)a.1.
NOTE: A boiler pipe runs west to east down the center of the
portion of the ceiling to the south of the I-Beam. It
appears the ceiling could be raised to the 7' height
requirement and then boxed out to cover the boiler pipe.
3. The living room is deficient the minimum natural light
requirements of 8% of floor area, required by 26-10.(f) (3)a.
Note:
Living room is 298.33 sq ft
Light required 23.86 sq ft
Light available 19.20 sq ft
Light deficient 4.66 sq ft
THE BOARD FELT THIS UNIT WAS UNINHABITABLE. THE CEILINGS
WERE TOO LOW, IT LACKED VENTILATION, NATURAL LIGPIT AND IT
WOI/LD BE HARD TO HEAT.
TOM SWIFT MOTIONED TO DENY ALL THE VARIANCES FOR APARTMENT
SIX. ED SWIFT SECONDED, MOTION PASSED 5-0.
Apartment #7
4. The bedroom ceiling height is 6'7" which is less than
the 7' required by 26.10.(d) (3)a.1.
TOM SWIFT MOTIONED TO GRANT THE VARIANCE FOR APARTMENT
SEVEN, BOB SAMPSON SECONDED, MOTION PASSED 5-0.
BOARD COMMENTS (IF ANY):
CASE #:
00-00232
1357 MAIN ST, ~3
DUBUQUE, IA 52001
MOTION: ED SWIFT
SECOND: BOB SAMPSON
THE FINDINGS OF THE BOARD WERE:
Sandra Koltes, owner, requested a variance for the front
porch steps handrail required by 26-10.(9)(3)i.
The Board feels it would be no problem to install a
handrail. The owner will need to work with the Historic
Preservation Commission on their requirements. A copy of the
MEMORANDUM sent to Kathy Lamb from Mark Noble dated August
9, 2000 will be sent to Ms. Koltes for her information.
ED SWIFT MOTIONED TO DENY THE VARIANCE, BOB SAMPSON
SECONDED, MOTION PASSED 5-0.
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BOARD COMMENTS (IF ANY):
......... NEW BUSINESS .........
CASE #:
00-00257
2265 WOODWORTH
DUBUQUE, IA 52001
MOTION: ED SWIFT
SECOND: BILL KINSELLA
THE FINDINGS OF T~E BOARD WERE:
Neil Gross, owner, requested an extension of time until
August 15, 2000, to receive and install a screen in the
basement window.
Tom Smith, Housin9 Inspector, stated he inspected the unit
today and the work was done.
ED SWIFT MOTIONED TO DISMISS THE EXTENSION BECAUSE THE WORK
WAS DONE, BILL KINSELLA SECONDED, MOTION PASSED 5-0.
BOARD COMMENTS (IF ANY):
CASE #:
00-00258
1413 LINCOLN
DUBUQUE, IA 52001
MOTION: BOB SAMPSON
SECOND: BILL KINSELLA
THE FINDINGS OF THE BOARD WERE:
Margie White, owner, requested an extension of time until
September 30, 2000, to complete outside work, soffit, siding
and concrete work.
BOB SAMPSON MOTIONED TO GRANT THE EXTENSION OF TIME AS
REQUESTED, BILL KINSELLA SECONDED, MOTION PASSED 5-0.
BOARD COMMENTS (IF ANY):
CASE
00-00259
1129 IOWA ST,
DUBUQUE, IA 52001
MOTION: BILL KiNSELLA
SECOND: TOM SWIFT
DISSENTING: ED SWIFT
THE FINDINGS OF THE BOARD WERE:
Peter Eck, owner, requested a variance for the bedroom which
is deficient the minimum natural light and ventilation
requirements of 8% and 4% of floor area, respectively,
required by 26-t0.(f) (3)a.
Some members of the board felt the window in the stairway
would allow sufficient light for the bedroom. The only
sotlution would be to open the wall.
BILL KINSELLA MOTIONED TO GRANT A VARIANCE DUE TO
LrNNECASSARY HARDSHIPS, TOM SWIFT SECONDED, MOTION PASSED
4-1o
BOARD COMMENTS (IF A~Y):
ADJOURNMA/F~:
Bill Kinsella motioned to adjourn the meeting at 5:00.
seconded. Motion passed with a unanimous voice vote.
Bob Sampson
MINUTES TAKEN BY:
BOBBI DELANEY
PERMIT CLERK
RESPECTFULLY SUBMI'i"i'~D:
SENIOR HOUSING INSPECTOR
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DUBUQUE HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
MINUTES OF
SEPTEMBER 11, 2000
Thom Determan called the meeting of the Dubuque Human Rights Commission to order at
4:15 p.m. on Monday, September 11, 2000 in Conference Room 2 at the City Hall Annex, 1300
Main Street, Dubuque, Iowa.
ROLL CALL:
Present: Evelyn Jackson
Ruby Sutton
Marty O'Shea
Thom Determan, Chair
Kathy Blau, Vice-Chair
Raydora Drummer
Judy Giesen
Absent: Kathy Stevens
Charles Ryan
Staff: Kelly Larson
William G. Blum
Carol Spinoso
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Evelyn moved to adopt the minutes of the August 14, 2000 Commission meeting, Ruby seconded.
Thom asked for any additions or corrections to the minutes. Judy asked that #6 on page 3 under
Education of the Community be amended to read "Tape a segment on human rights issues such as
disabled parking." She didn't want to be limited to just a segment on disabled parking. No further
discussion. The minutes were unanimously approved as amended.
CASELOAD REPORT:
Carol summarized the August Caseload Report. There were 63 intakes, 3 new cases filed, one case
in mediation/conciliation, 0 cases in administrative review, one case in the public hearing process, 0
cases in administrative law judge review, two cases were closed, seven cases in investigation, and
four cases in the backlog. The case synopsis involves national origin discrimination in the area of
employment.
CHAIRPERSON'S REPORT:
Thom reported that he and Ruby have been involved in the Police Chief interviews. RaYdora is also
involved in that process.
Thom announced that the Fire Department has hired its first female firefighter.
Thom has presented the Shining Moment Award information to the schools. Carol Will also
distribute information to other locations. Following the press release, the committee will contact
the radio and TV stations for additional exposure.
Thom will be attending a Comprehensive Planning meeting at Loras on Wednesday, September 13
at 8:00 a.m. There will be a presentation on the work that has been completed so far by the
various component groups. There will also be follow up work within those groups. Thom
encouraged Commissioners to attend and give input on the diversity segmenit.
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Lastly; Thom announced that the DDRC is planning mediation training on September 23 & 30,
2000. Michael Thompson will present the first day. There are approximately 12 people interested
in the training.
DIRECTOR'S REPORT:
Kelly announced that the Vision 2000 segment that Commissioners participated in will run on
Channel 8 the entire month of September at 7:00 p:m. On Sundays, 6:00 p.m. on Mondays, 3:00
p.m. on Wednesdays, and 9:00 a.m. on Fridays.
Kelly asked if anyone was interested in setting up and staffing a booth at the Loras College
Community Service Fair on September 28 from I 1:30 - 1:30. She asked that Commissioners let
staff know no later than next Monday.
Staff didn't receive any response to the request for proposals to update the Analysis of Impediments
to Fair Housing. Requests were sent to John Marshall, and all of the local and state colleges. The
request was sent out again with hopes ora response this time.
Kelly will be participating in the interviews to hire a new neighborhood specialist. She is currently
involved in luncheon interviews with the police chief candidates, and will also be participating in
police recruitment later this fall.
Staff has sent out letters to various service agencies about John Marshall conducting fair housing
training. The response has been good.
Kelly reminded commissioners that the Crime Free Multihousing Program will be presented on
September 23, and the Renter's Roundtable on September 26 at 6:00.
FINAI,IZATION OF 2000-2001 COMMISSION ACTIVITIES
Education of the Commission
#1 Marry and Evelyn will serve on this activity. The training will be presented at every
meeting and will last 20 minutes.
#2 Kathy Blau, Marry and Evelyn will work on this activity. Speakers will be invited every
three months.
#3 Staff will keep commissioners informed of any upcoming training. After attending a
training session, commissioners will report back at the next meeting.
#4 Raydora, Ruby, and Judy will serve on this activity. This activity will be ongoing and
the date of completion will be July 2001.
#5 Staffwill provide monthly information about human rights issues.
#6 Discussion on current activities and involvements will be ongoing.
Education of the Community
#1 Staff will provide reports on speaking engagements.
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#2 Ruby and Raydora will work to recruit community groups, and Judy, Thom and Evelyn
will be speakers.
#3 Marty volunteered to identify and contact leaders of various ethnic/racial communities.
#4 Marty and Evelyn will collaborate with the public/parochial schools.
#5 Kathy Blau and Thom will recognize members/staffto head up projects.
#6 Judy and Kelly will work on the video segments.
#7 Evelyn and Ruby will connect with print media and provide suggestions for articles.
NEW BUSINESS
Judy distributed a Faces & Voices calendar of events. She said that they are still recruiting for ad
space. Kathy Blau suggested that staff mn a fair housing ad. Kelly will follow up on that
suggestion.
Raydora moved to adjourn the meeting and Ruby seconded. Ail in favor. The meeting adjourned at
5:25 p.m.
Minutes approved as submitted ~4q~4 ~
Minutes approved as corrected
Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Library Board of Trustees
Space Planning Work Session
Minutes of August 29, 2000
RIGINAL
Carnegie-Stout
PUBLIC LIBRARY
The Library Board of Trustees of Carnegie-Stout Public Library held a Space Planning Work
Session at 4:00 p.m. Tuesday, August 29, 2000.
present: Board President Kristen Smith; Board Vice President Kevin Lynch; Board Secretary
Mary Strom; Board Trustee Member Jack Felderman, Board Trustee Member Edmund
Vandermillen, Board Trustee Member Steve Augspurger, Board Trustee Member Sue Lindsay;
Library Director Tom Moran; Recorder Denette Kellogg
Public Present: Library Space Planning Consultant George Lawson
1. The work session was called to order at 4:04 p.m. by Smith.
2. Review of Building Space Plan "Program" Draft:
Smith introduced Consultant George Lawson. Lawson reported that the content of the
draft is inclusive of all input and possibilities, and the next step is to set priorities for
space usage within the square footage available and the need to eliminate approximately
2,500 square feet to fit in the finite amount of space available. Lawson reported that
the addendum to the space program draft dated July 12, 2000, identifies 1,500 square
feet of area that some cuts could be made in areas of seating and media. Lawson
requested that the Board of Trustees review the other potential cut suggestions to
identify an additional 1,000 square feet.
The Board reviewed the priorities for space usage within the Library.
Felderman asked for clarification on the space available in the old stacks for the
Reference and Non-fiction Collections. Lawson reported that the space needed for both
collections is 40% larger than the space available in the old stacks. Lawson
recommended that the Fiction collection would fit best in the space and provide use of
"non-professional" staff presence in the area. Lawson reported that installing an
elevator from the main floor of the stacks to the 2~ floor of the stacks should be
feasible. The Board discussed that implementation of the space program necessitates a
review for additional staff needs.
Augspurger asked if elimination of the Library as a Federal Document Depository
would affect the Library's accreditation and/or the services that the Library provides.
Smith asked how the impact of paying for the documents would affect the Library.
Moran reported that the government is providing more and more of these documents
on-line through electronic access and that the selector is providing information on the
cost impact.
C-SPL Board of Trustees
Space Planning Worksession
Minutes of 8/29/00
Smith stated the priority need for the Library to provide various types of media returns
in addition to book returns. The Board reviewed the cost of the automated book return
and the need to review its feasibility and the possibility of requesting this item through
a CIP request.
The Board discussed the better use of meeting room space available in the Library.
Felderman asked if the custodial HVAC rooms could be useful space. Moran reported
that all custodial HVAC rooms are restricted from all flammable type materials, which
includes all paper materials.
Moran reported that the space program provides for zero growt~h for books. Moron
reported that weeding of the collection is an ongoing process. Lawson reported that the
collection is at its optimum size with the quality of the collection needing to be
continuously improved. Lawson also reported that the shelving space allotted includes
a small mount for growth.
The Board agreed to provide art browsing throughout the Library by placing works of
art in strategic and presentable areas throughout the Library (including meeting room
spaces), and to continue to provide quality art reading materials in the collection, while
providing adequate seating to read and browse. The Board recommended that the
coffee shop area, although a good idea for providing additional services, takes less
priority for space in comparison to higher priority Library space issues. Lynch
reported the Library's needs to be competitive in the market by offering services that
competitors are offering. Lawson noted that a coffee cart could be an alternative. The
Board reported its investigation into a digital cafe' that would be located off site and
that would offer beverages.
Felderman noted the need to review the feasibility of re-installing and re-opening the
marble staircase from the 2~ floor rotunda to the main floor and the possibility of
eliminating the staircase that now leads to 2~ floor. Lawson reported that the Board
would charge the architect selected with evaluating this possibility.
Lawson reported that he would take the recommendations and revisions suggested and
provide a f'mal draft building program. The Board asked that Lawson also include
information on options, concerns and considerations discussed by the Board as follows;
restoration of the old building, additional staff needs, optimum use of meeting room
space. Lawson reviewed some of the architect's responsibilities. The Board reviewed
the various items that need review by an architect and what the next steps are in
implementing the building program.
Lawson exited the meeting at 5:15 p.m.
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C-SPL Board of Trustees
Space Planning Worksession
Minutes of 8/29/00
Communications: Smith asked Board members to contact her regarding serving on the
Foundation Board and preferences for Committee assignments. Smith reported that a
summary of the Library Foundation Board meeting held August 24~ had been emailed
to the Library Board.
4. The meeting adjourned at 5:22 p.m.
Submitted by,
Mary Strom, Boa~ecretaQy
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PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION MEETING
Tuesday, October 10, 2000
4:30 p.m., in the Third Floor Auditorium, Carnegie Stout Public Library
PRESENT:
ABSENT:
Tom Blocklinger, Paul Hoffmann, Karen Lyness, Mark Sullivan and Tom
Schrobilgen
Staff present: Gil Spence, John Hail, Pat Prevenas, and Eileen Trimble
Klm Daykin and Chuck Duggan
MINUTES
APPROVED;
VOTE:
It was moved by Lyness, seconded by Sullivan, to approve the minutes of the
October 10, 2000, meeting. The motion passed unanimously.
COMMUNITY
INDICATORS:
OECREATION
DIVISION CIP
BUDGET;
VOTE:
Commissioners were mailed a memo on indicators for "Community Indicators
for Success" Project, which may be found as part of the odginal minutes. The
Planning Services Department wanted commissioners to review the list and
comment on whether they felt anything was missing off list which is being used
by the long range planning commission; commissioners had no changes or
comments.
Commissioners studied the staff's proposed CIP pdodty listing for the Recreation
Division for Fiscal Years 2002 - 2006, which may be found as part of the original
minutes. Leisure Services Manager Gil Spence reminded commissioners that
swimming pool and golf course projects comprise the recreation division ClP
budget.
GOLF: Numbers nine and ten are new items under the golf course; most of the
other items may change if the golf course renovation study is approved.
POOLS: ¢' numbers eleven, twenty-four and twenty-five are new. v' Paint the
pool tanks changed because we found out it was going to considerably more
expensive than first expected. The paint was tested last year by a company that
specializes in testing paint samples, and they felt the Epoxy paint was failing.
We plan to paint one pool in Fiscal Year 2002 with a chlorinated rubber product
that lasts four to five years. The other pool would be painted in Fiscal Year 2003
and then the first one re-painted in Fiscal Year 2006. v' The water playground
(number eight) was left as budgeted. Sutton Pool came in $100,000 over
budgeted amount and will be re-bid, v' Number five was reduced from $24,000
to $12,000 because a similar shade structure was put up at Flora Pool this past
summer for $6,000.
It was moved b_~ Sullivan, seconded b~4 Blocklinqer, t_o approve thee Recreation
Division capital improvement budget a~s compiled. The motion passed
unanimously.
continued
October 10, 2000
page two
PARK
DIVISION
CIP BUDGET;
VOTE:
Commissioners studied staff's proposed Park CIP pdority listing for Fiscal Years
2002 - 2006, which may be found as part of the original minutes.
Manager Spence told commissioners that there were no changes in the first four
years, but there were several new items for Fiscal Year 2006. Two of the bigger
items were: an addition to the forestry building - some of the newer equipment
is bigger than the current garage doors, plus they need more storage space; and
replace toll booth at Eagle Point Park - this includes leveling the area, replacing
and relocating the booth and new curbing Improvement items: Preston Park is
just under two acres of land between Resurrection Church and Dennis Kitchen
Funeral Home; Welu Park, at the end of Welu Drive across from Hempstead
High School, is a small one-acre site that could also serve as access point to
Medical Associates Greenbelt; Crescent Heights is a small site off Cedar Cross
Road where property is being developed for moderate income homes.
~' Commissioner Hoffmann asked about number forty-eight, landscaping
Dodge/Locust entrance; he feels it is too big a mess to leave in current condition
for four more years, since it is the first area you see coming in to Dubuque off
the bridge. Spence said the dirt that is there is what we will be using for the next
phase of Highway 20 project, so hopefully the site would be considerably better
by the end of summer 2001. Hoffmann asked if we could move the dirt back or
level it out and do something creative with the area. ¢' Commissioner Lyness
asked about changing part of the parking area at Pyatgorsk Park project
(number ten), so people could sit in their cars facing the dver. Spence said that
issue was considered heavily when the planning committee laid out the park, but
he could check; project is not until Fiscal year 2003 so we have time.
It was moved b_~ Sullivan, seconded b~ Lyness, t_o approve the Park Division
capital improvement budget a_As compiled. The motion passed unanimously.
REVIEW DRAFT
BUDGET FOR
GOLF
OPERATIONS;
VOTE:
Manager Spence asked commissioners to study a draft of the golf operations
budget, and explained the following: ¢' The budget allows for an attendant in the
pro shop and snack bar from 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. every day from the day we
open to the day we close. ¢' Numbers are based on the golf season and the
amounts were discussed by Spence, Prevenas and the golf pro. ,/
Miscellaneous services is for $55,000 contract with the golf pro, which would
require pro to be at the shop a certain number of hours per week; pro would not
receive any benefits, so contract would include giving cash value of health and
social security. / Pro shop would be city's, lessons would probably go to pro.
v/ Assistant pro would be ah employee so would be working forty hours per
week. ,/' Snack bar could be rented out for parties during off season. ¢' Golf
maintenance activity will be kept separate from golf operations, vf Staff will
work for city not golf pro.
continued
October 10, 2000
page three
Commissioners asked about golf lessons and generally felt that pro should not
teach lessons all day on the city's time, so either limit the number of lessons he
could schedule each day, or the city could receive a percentage of that revenue.
Spence reminded commissioners that all questions like that would have to be
ironed out and would be specified in contract.
I_t was moved b~ Sullivan, seconded b~_ Schrobilgen, to approve the qeneral
concept of the qolf operat ng budget a_~s presented, pending approval from the
City Manager. The motion passed unanimously.
PARK
DIVISION
REPORT:
> fall cleanup has begun; > street trees will be planted next week; > areas
of Usha Park were re-seeded; > play equipment for Miller-Riverview Park was
installed last week; >~ renovation of Falk Park will begin next week- installing a
play unit and swing set; > a five-foot area of asphalt around the building at
McAleece will be removed and resurfaced. > staff put a new shingle roof and
new siding on the old park office in-house instead of contracting out and saved
quite a bit of money. >- pavilion for Bergfeld Recreation Area is being shipped
October 27th; concrete slab is already in place at site. > 450 trees will be
planted yet this fall on Highway 20, between the on/off ramps of Grandview
and Fremont.
RECREATION
DIVISION
REPORT:
> September golf rounds were 3,700, down from last year's 4,100; if we get a
normal October, the total golf rounds should be around the same as last season.
>~ adult athletics: adult winter volleyball and basketball teams registered at last
year's fee if registered by September 29th - we are down about seven
basketball and fourteen volleyball teams. :~ last month all eighteen greens
were aerified with a special aerifier that will help with drainage problem. >-
contractor for Bunker Hill project is on site and utilities have been contacted;
new transformer is being put in.
ADJOURN;
VOTE:
It was moved by Schrobilgen, seconded by Blocklinger, that the meeting be
adjourned at 5:35 p.m. The motion passed unanimously.
Chairperson
Attest:
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
MEMORANDUM
November 2, 2000
TO:
FROM:
SUBJECT:
The Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager
September 30, 2000 Quarterly Investment Report
Finance Director Ken TeKippe has submitted the Quarterly Investmen} Pcport. /~,~
'- - Mi . an Milli=en
MCVM/jh
Attachment
cc: Barry Lindahl, Corporation Counsel
Tim Moerman, Assistant City Manager
Ken TeKippe, Finance Director
Finance Department
50 West 13th Street
Dubuque, Iowa 520014864
TO:
FROM:
RE:
DATE:
Michael Van Milligen, City Manager
Kenneth J, TeKippe, Finance Director
September ~0, 2000 Quarterly Investment Report
October I9, 2000
TNTRODUCTION .........................
The purpose of the memorandum is to transmit-the quarterly investment report as prescribed
within the City of Dubuque Investment Policy Section 17.0 "Reporting."
DISCUSSION
This report covers the period from July 1, 2000 through September 30, 2000.
The report includes: Cash Investments and Investment Earnings Summary
for quarter ended September 30, 2000 and fiscal year to date
Monthly Investment Summary
Schedule of City Funds
Schedule of U.S. Treasury Securities
Schedule of Certificates of Deposit
The valuations reflect the same basis that the assets are carried on the financial records of the
City. The City of Dubuque is in compliance with the Investment Policy.
REQUESTED ACTION
This report is for your review' and filing with the Honorable Mayor and City Council.
Enclosures
Service People Integrity Responsibility Innovation Teamwork
CITY OF DUBUQUE
CASH, /NVESTMENTS AND
INVESTMENT EARNINGS SUM31ARY
FOR TIlE QUARTER ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2000
AND FISCAL 2000-2001 YEAR-TO-DATE
DESCRIPTION
CHECKING/SAVINGS ACCOUNTS
MUTUAL FUNDS
INVESTMENT POOLS
CERTIleICATES OF DEPOSIT
· 'REPrJRCIIASE AGREEMENTS
US TREASURY SECURITIES
FEDERAL AGENCY SECURITIES
CORPORATE STOCK
INVESTMENT ADVISOR ACCOLrNTS
INVESTMENTS
CASH ACCOUNTS
TOTAL FUNDS AVAII,~BLE
MARKET VALUE UNREALIZED
CARRYING (INCLUDING GAIN (LOSS) /
VALUE ACCRUED INTERES~ ACCRUED INT
4,150,804 4,150,804 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
4,850,195 4,947,116 96,921
0 0 0
21,723,845 22,212,490 488,645
0 0 0
10,390 112,420 102,030
22,tl07,140 22,124,129 116,989
52,742,374 53,546,959 804,585
34,823 34~23 0
52,777,197 53~81,782 804,585
CITY
METRO
COMBINED
45,284,843 46,089,428 804,585
7,492,354 7,492,354 0
52,777,197 53,581,782 804,585
CASH BASIS
GROSS EARNINGS:
CITY
METRO
COMBINED
INVESTMENT FEES:
CITY
METRO
COMBINED
NET EARNINGS:
CITY
METRO
COMBINED
QUARTER
1
710,2121 710,212
4,009 4,009
714,221[ 714,221
34,938 34,938
106 106
35,045 35,045
675,274 675,274
3,902 3,902
679,177 679,177
0 r~-
~I~ OF DUB~QU~
S~'~ ~:OULE OF C1TY ~
Month Ending:. Sep-30-00
PORTFOLIO
COMPOSITION
PERCENTAGE
TOTAL
COST CITY FUNDS
BASIS PERCENTAGE
DANA INVESTMENT ADVISORS, lINC.:
CASH
TRUST SAVINGS ACCOUNT
MUTUAL FUNDS (US GOVERNMENT)
CERTIFICATES OF DEPOSIT
US TREASURY OBLIGATIONS
FEDERAL AGENCY OBLIGATIONS
TOTAL
0.00%
0.00%
2.29%
0.00%
0.00%
97.71%
100.00%
0.00
0.00
166,847.58
0.00
0.00
7,112,271.25
7,279,118.83
13.79%
DUIRIQUE BANK & TRUST COMPANY:
CASH
TRUST SAVINGS ACCOUNT
MUTUAL FUNDS (US GOVERNMENT)
CERTIFICATES OF DEPOSIT
US TREASURY OBLIGATIONS
FEDERAL AGENCY OBLIGATIONS
TOTAL
FIRSTAi~
CASH
TRUST SAVINGS ACCOUNT
MUTUAL FUNDS (US GOVERNMEND
CERTIFICATES OF DEPOSIT
US TREASURY OBLIGATIONS
FEDERAL AGENCY OBLIGATIONS
TOTAL
TOTAL MANAGED FUNDS
O.O~A
0.00%
6A9%
0.0O%
0.00%
93.51%
100.00%
0.00%
0.00%
2.88%
5A2%
43.07%
48.63%
100.00%
0.00
0.00
472,304.65
0.00
0.00
6,804,963.55
7,277,268.20
0.00
0.00
214,773.60
403,490.81
3,209, t32.7t
3,623,356.05
7,450,753.17
13.79%
14.12%
41.70%
BREAKDOWN BY TYPE OF SECURITY: CASH
TRUST SAVINGS ACCOUNT
MUTUAL FUNDS (US GOVERNMEN~
CERTIFICATES OF DEPOStT
US TREASURY OBLIGATIONS
FEDERAL AGENCY OBLIGATIONS
Total Managed Ftttuls
0.00%
0.00%
3.88%
1.83%
14.58%
79.70%
100.00%
0.00
0.00
853,925.83
403,490.81
3,209,132.71
17,540,590.85
22,007,140.20
0.00%
0.00%
t .62%
0.76%
6.08%
33.24%
41.70%
CllY OF DUBUQUE
SCH ~;f~ULE OF CITY FUNDS
OTHER FUNDS
:rD ENTIFICA TIO N
EXPENSE ADVANCES
CHANGE FUNDS
PETTY CASH
INSURANCE DEPOSIT
APPROXIMATE
RETURN
TOTAL
CASH
cHECKING / SAVINGS ACCTS:
*AMERICAN TRUST &: SAVINGS BANK
*~DL~UQUE BANK & TRUST CO.
FIRSTAR BANlC~Ambulancc
FIR. STAR BANK -
PILEMIER
CERTIFICATES OF DEPOSIT:
AMERICAN TRUST & SAVINGS BANK
DUPACO COMMUNITY CREDIT I. YNION
EAST DUBUQUE SAVINGS BANK
TOTAL 6.6580°.4
US.. TRgASURY OBLIGATIONS:
CHICAGO FEDERAL RESERVE BANK
5.9840%
CORPORATE SECURITIES:
AT&T & REGIONAL STOCK
TOTAL OTHER
TOTAL crrY FUNDS '
AL1. ~ COMBINED PERCENTAGF~
EXPENSE ADVANCES
MANAGED
FUNDS
O.0O%
CASH
0.00%
CHECKING / SAVINGS ACCTS
0.00o.4
MUTUAL FUNDS (U.S. GOVERNMENT)
CERTIFICATES OF DEPOSIT
1.62%
0.76%
U.S. TREASURY OBDiGATIONS
6.08%
FEDERAL AGENCY OBLtGA~ONS
33.24%
CORPORATE SECU1;o.'I lES
0.00%
TOTAL 41.70%
COST
BASIS
18,175.00
671.25
1,000.00
19,846.25
14,976.86
2,019,951.92
1,867,802.81
3,671.55
256,871.95
2,505.57
4,1507803.80
1,000,000.00
1,350,195.17
2,500,000.00
4,850,195.17
21,723,845.00
10,389.51
30,770,056~9
52,777,196,79
OTHER
FUNDS
0.04%
0.03%
7.86%
0.00%
9.19'/o
41.I6%
0.00%
0.02%
58.30*.4
CITY FUNDS
PERCENTAGE
0.04%
0.03%,
9.19'.4
41.16%
0.02%
58.3O%
100.00%
COMBINED
TOTAL
0.04%
0.03%
7.86%
1.62%
9.95%
47.24%
33.240/o
0.02%
100.00%
Carnegie-Stout Public Library
360 West llth Street
Dubuque, Iowa 52001-4697
(31s) 5sg~2s
(319) 589-4217 FAX
Carnegie-Stout
PUBLIC LIBRARy
l lemorandum
Date: 10/13/00
To: Mike Van Milligen, City Manager, City of Dubuque
From: Tom Moran, Library Director ~
~ Carnegie-Stout Public Library's FY2000 Annual Report
Enclosed please find the Library's annual report for FY2000 for your review. Per your
recommendation, I would like the report submitted for an agenda item for City Council
review/acceptance at an upcoming City Council meeting (16 reports are provided for ~is purpose).
The Annual Report was also provided as an insert to our bi-monthly newsletter that is sent to a mailing
list of over 450.
Should you have any questions regarding the report please call.
Thank you.
E~lc[osures
Service People Int%~rlty Responsibility- Lnnovafion Teamwork
The Carnegie-Stout Public Library Newsletter
Highlights of the Year -- FY 2000
· rhe Library Board and the Ad Hoc Long Range Plmming Corrmnttee completed the L~brary s Lon~, Range Plan 2000-2005
· The Children's area remodeling and expansion was completed with new shelving, m~ expanded story hour room. new staff offices, and a
self-checkout machine so that children can check out materials themselves.
- A small YA area was created on the first floor with plans for an expanded area in 2002.
· The Library parncipated with the Dubuque County Library, the Matthias M. Hoffman Library of Dyersville. a~xd the Cascade Public Library in an
IDED funded study on public library services in Dubuque County.
· Installation of energy saving lighting and 2nd floor rotunda area historic lighting was completed.
· The Librm-y participated with St. Mark's and NICC on a family literacy project called L.I.F.T Learning to read Is Fun Together.
· The Library's second annum Young Adult summer reading program was completed for junior high and high school students.
· A grant was received from the DRA and the Carnegie-Stout Library Foundation to fund Children's easy reader collection.
· The Foundation also funded a playhouse for the Chxldren s area. aduk and lam Iy pr%rams, new vxdeo sets. and several reference sets
· The Carnegie-Stout Library Friends group funded Young Adult and Children's programs throughout the year.
· Y2K issues were addressed in cooperation with the City Committee to make sure that computers and other equipment continued working on
January 1. 2000.
· Ire Library's ICN room was the second most heavily used of any [CN room m any public library in the State.
· l~rough a gT~t from the Roy J. Carver Trust and funds from the Enrich Iowa program administered by the State Library an upgrade of
the Library's local area computer network was completed with new operanng software, an additional server, and security and network
administration software
· Fiber optic cable was completed to the Library for the City network so that GIS terminals can be made available to the pubhc
· An AT&T @Home computer with Internet service was donated to the library by AT&T for public use.
· The Library and Five Flags Center hosted the annum Iowa Library Association conference in October 1999.
Collections and Services
Collections FY00 FY99
Books (TotaB ................................................................... 200.853 195.925
Government Documents ............................................................ 71.511 73.193
Periodical subscnpuons ............................................................... 472 467
Videocasset*es .................................................................... 3.615 2.788
Audio .......................................................................... 3.940 3.381
CD ROM ........................................................................ 662 554
O Circulation ............................................................................ 467.509 468.804
Reference inquiries .................................................................. 40.229 43.368
Interlibrary loan requests .................................................................. 4.610 4.303
Volunteer hours ........................................................................ 5.055 &099
Internet sessions ...................................................................... 30.940 24.506
Children's program attendance .......................................................... 10.035 8.569
Budget
Expenditures
Salaries & Benefits ........................................................................... $1.039.016
Print ma£erials ................................................................................. 204.401
Video recordings .......................................................................... 12,206
Audio recordings .............................................................................. 15.846
Electronic format materials ........................................................................ 12.825
Equipment ..................................................................................... 19.641
Bdilding operation .......................................................................... 87.804
Other operanng ............................................................................... 149.934
Total expenditures . i ...................................................................... $1.541.673
Capital improvements ......................................................................... $234.291
Dubuque County ............................................................................ 51.718
Fines and Fees .............................................................................. 68.942
Gifts/Grants (Carver Trust. Friends. Foundatiom etc., .................................................... 51.743
State of Iowa Open Access ......................................................................... 5.527
City appropriation .......................................................................... S1.368.626
Other ................................................................................... 1.977
Total revenue .......................................................................... $1.548.533
Capital Improvement Prqiect Fund ........................................................................ $230.005
Library Staff Members
ADMINISTRATION: Tom Moran. Library Directori Denette Kellogg, Administrative Secretary
ADULT SERVICES: Ann Straley, Coordinator: Elizabeth Baule: Eli. zabeth Dtmn: Sharon Ewert: Michelle Hellmer: Man'ha Sacctfini
CHILDREN'S SERVICES: Jean Gullikson. Coordinator: Debra Stephenson: IGm Treanot
CIRCULATION SERVICES: Mary Wilson. Supervisor: Lisa Gasper: Rachel Gerber: rim Miller: Debra Tully
MAINTENANCE: JohnYotmg, Malntem~nce Worker; Dale Gansen
TECHNICALSERVICES: Deborah Ftiegel. Coordinator: Shm'on Dahl; Judy Day; Barbara Reed: Karen Schloss
Library Board Members 1999-2000
Jack Felde~'man. President Tom Goodman (rmtil, 6/2000/
Edmund Vandermillen. Vice Presidem Ke~in Lynch (V-R 2000-2001,
Kristen Smilh. Secretary (Pres., 2000~2001, Mary Strum (Sec.. 2000-2001l
Steven J. Augsparger
Goals for 2000-2001
· Install automated renewal and hold notification system.
· Improve public Internet prinnng options with debit card system
· Create small Young Adult, area ipending remodeling.in 2002).
· Expand books on tape collecuon
· Expand Internet availability and scheduling
· Creme a "marketing plan" for the library using the Long Range Plan 2000-2005.
· Begin ~Iepartmental re¥iew of organ/zation and staffing.
· Improve computer and video projection capabilities in auditorium
· Expand adult and family programnung.
· Plan space needs and select an arcl'/~tect to plan remodeling of old library secuon
· Work with other libraries in the County on the recommendations of the Library Services Study.
· Budget for improved Children's services outreach programs.
· Expand electronic resources and investigate "e-book" circulation.
· li:aprove interlibrary loan services.
· Install color copying access fox public.
BARRY A. LINDAHL, II, SQ.
CORPORATION COUNSEL
MEMO
To:
Date:
Re:
Mayor Terrance M. Duggan
and members of the City Council
October 23, 2000
Claim of Hillcrest Association, L.P.
Claim-~t Date of Claim Date of Loss Nature of Claim
Hillcrsst Assn. 10/4/00 9/28/00 property damage
This is a claim for damages to the Hillcrest Apartments, which
they sustained because of a sewer backup.
This claim has been referred to Public Entity Risk Services of
Iowa, the agent for the Iowa Conununities Assurance Pool.
BAL/cg
cc - Mr. Don Vogt
cc - Mr. John Klostermann
cc - Jennifer Clemens-Conlon,
Esq.
196 C¥CARE PLAZA DUBUQUE IOWA 52001
TELE 319 583-4113 FAX 319 583-1040
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BARRY A. LINDAH ~L~E~sQ-
COKPOKATI ON COUNI
MEMO
To~
Date:
Re:
Mayor Terrance M. Duggan
and members of the City Council
October 23, 2000
Claim of Betty Loeffelholz
Claimant Date of Claim Date of Loss Nature of Claim
Betty Loeffelholz 10/6/00 9/20/00 property damage
This is a claim for damages to the claimant's property, which
it sustained because of a water main break.
This claim has been referred to Public Entity Risk Services of
Iowa, the agent for the Iowa Communities Assurance Pool.
BAL/cg
cc - Mr~ Bob Green
cc - Ms. Betty Loeffelholz
196 CYCARE PLAZA DUBUQUE IOWA 52001
TELE 319 583-4113 FAX 319 593-1040
e-mail balesq(~mwci.nct
BARRY fi. LINDAHL ~~Q-
Co~oa~r~oN COUNS~n
MEMO
To:
Date:
Mayor Terrance M. Duggan
and members of the City Council
October 23, 2000
Claim of Mr."Mark Puccio
Claimant
Mark Puccio
Date of Claim
Date of Loss
10/4/00 7/21/00
Nature of Claim
Reimbursement of
Medical Expenses
This is a claim for reimbursement for rabies shots which the
claimant's son Chris had to have after a bat landed on his head at
Marshall School Playground and a City Park & Rec staff member
removed it and did not inform the parents of the child.
This claim has been referred to Public Entity Risk Services of
Iowa, the agent for the Iowa Communities Assurance Pool.
BAL/cg
cc - Mr. Gil Spence, Leisure Service Manager
cc - Ms. Mary Rose Corrigan, Public Health Specialist
cc - Mr. Mark Puccio
196 CYCARE PLAZA DUBUQUE ]IOWA 52001
TELE 319 583-4113 FAX 319 593-1040
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BARRY A. LINDAHL, S~Q-
C o KPOKATI ON Co U bi SE~/
MEMO
To.'
Date:
Re:
Claimant
Terryl E.
Mayor Terrance M. Duggan
and members of the City Council
"October 23, 2000
Claim of Ter~yl E. Stewart
Date of Claim Date of Loss
Stewart 10/4/00 8/15/00
Nature of Claim
vehicle damage
This is a claim for damages to the claimant's car, which it
sustained when a gate at the I0wa Street Parking Ramp malfunctioned
and came down on it.
This claim has been referred to Public Entity Risk Services of
Iowa, the agent for the Iowa Communities Assurance Pool.
BAL/cg
cc - Ms. Cindy Steinhauser
, cc - Mr. Terryl E. Stewart
196 CYC3, RE PLAZA DUBUQUE IOWA 52001
TELE 319 553-4113 FAX 519 583-I040
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BARRY' A. LINDAHL~. S~Q.
CORPORATION COUNSEl
MEMO
To:
Da~:e:
Re:
Mayor Terrance M. Duggan
and members of the City Council
October 23, 2000
Angela M. Woblf Claim
Claimant
Angela M. Woolf
Date of Claim Date of Loss Nature of Claim
10/2/00 9/22/00 vehicle damage
This is a claim for damages to the claimant's car, which it
sustained when it was hit by debris falling out of a City garbage
truck she was following on Highway 20 just past the IOCO truck.
This claim has been referred to Public Entity Risk Services of
Iowa, the agent for the Iowa Communities Assurance Pool.
BAL/cg
cc - Mr. Don Vogt
cc - Ms. Angela M. Woolf
196 CYCARE PLAZA DUgUQUE IOWA 52001
TELE 319 583-4113 FAX 319 583-1040
e-mail balesq(~m'~-ci.net
BARRY A. LINDAHL,
COKPOKATION COUNSEL
MEMO
To:
Date:
Re:
Claimant
Linda Lucey
Mayor Terrance M. Duggan
and mentbers of the City Council
'October 25, 2000
Claim of Linda Lucey
Date of Claim Date of Loss
lO/13/oo 9/25/00
Nature of Claim
vehicle damage
This is a claim for damages to the claimant's parked car,
which it sustained when a City bus struck its mirror at 1515 Delhi
Street,
According to the report of Transit Manager Mark Munson, the
claim is correct as filed. It is therefore the recommendation of
the Legal Department that this claim, in the amount of $255.88, be
paid by the Finance Director and submitted to ICAP for
reimbursement.
BAL/cg
Enclosure
cc - Mr. Mark Munson
cc - Ms. Linda Lucey
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TELE 319 583-4113 FAX 319 583-1040
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Keyline Transit
2401 Central Avenue
Dubuque, Iowa 52001-330g
(319) 589-4196
October 24, 2000
Carol Gulick
Legal Department
REF: LindaLUcey Claim
On 9/25/00 our driver, Mike Boyer hit the mirror on a vehicle
that was parked on Delhi Street. Mike did not report the incident
to the police.
Ms. Lucey was the driver and does have a witness.
Please process this claim for payment, as KeyLine is responsible.
Sincerely,
Mark A. Munson
Transit Manager
Service People Integrity
Responsibility
BARRY A. LINDAHL,
CoKPOKATI ON COUNSEL
MEMO
To; Mayor Terrance M. Duggan
and m~m~ers of the City Council
Date: -.
October 25, 2000
Re:
Claim of Mr. Marlin F. Jorgensen
Claimant Date of Claim Date of Loss Nature of Claim
Marlin F. Jorgensen 10/16/00 10/6/00 property damage
This is a claim for damages to two of the claimant's garbage
cans, which they sustained when they were thrown against the
garbage truck by City employees.
According to the report of Paul F. Schultz, Solid Waste
Management Supervisor, the claim is correct as filed, It is
therefore the recommendation of the. Legal Department that this
claim, in the amount of $20.00, be paid by the Finance Director and
submitted to ICAP .for reimbursement.
BAL/cg
cc - Mr. Don Vogt
cc - Mr. Paul Schultz
cc - Mr~ Marlin F. Jorgensen
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TELE 519 583-411~ FAX 319 583-I040
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Operations & Maintenance
Departwnent
925 Kerpe~ Blvd.
Dubuque, Iowa 52001-2338
Phone (319) 389-4250
FAX (319) 5892--252
October 23, 2000
TO:
FROM:
SUBJECT:
Carol Gulick, Legal Department
Paul F. Schultz, Solid ~Waste Management Supervis~
Claim of Mr. Marlin F Jorgensen
Claim is correct as filed for $20.00.
Claimant indicated to me on thc phone that the crew did not deliberately try to damage the
cal~.
I spoke to the crew. Each of them cellected this address on a different week. Neither
claimed to have noticed spliting the cans. Cans often need to be struck in order to dislodge stuck
.materials especially if branches arc pushed or stomped into thc cans. Crews arc to repo~t crew
damage to cans. However many cans in use are lower quality and temperature semitive to
cracking Many cans, especially those with wheels, are filled with excessive weigh and more
vulnerable to becoming damaged in the process of moving, lifting and emptying them. Many
wheeis are broken simply in the.process of rolling the cans when thc3, are overweight.
Service People Integrity Responsibility Innovation Tea rework
October 24, 2000
Mr. Gil Spence
Leisure Services Manager
2200 Bunker Hitl Road
Dubuque, IA 52001
...... Dear Mr. Spence,
We w4sh to thank you for cutting down the dead trees along the right-of-way on Dexter
and the alley between Adair Street and North Grandview at Dexter. The area has been
vastly improved for future snow removal and for vehicular access to the homes at the end
of Dexter.
Howard W. Klauer
1795 Adair Street
John P. Klauer
816 Clarke Drive
Co--owl-lets
CCi
~M/chael Van Miltigen
City Council
Mr. and Mrs. Myron Cole
615 Alpine Street
Dubuque, Iowa 52001
City Hall
50 West 13th
Dubuque, Iowa 5200t
O'ilobe~r 9, 2000'
Dear Honorable Mayor Duggan and Council Members,
We've been experiencing parking problems in the alley between Nevada Street and Alipne Street
and 615 Alpine Street and 555 Alp/ne Street. On multiple occasions them have been vehicles
ticketed and towed. Parking in this alley makes it impossible to enter and exit our driveway.
This is causing great difficulties for the recycling and garbage trucks as well. This is a very
narrow brick alley which becomes very treacherous in the winter. Vehicles often slide into our
yard. We would like to request that the alley become a "No Parking" zone.
Sincerely.
Sandra and Myron Cote
We would like the alley between Nevada Street and Alpine Street between 555 Alpine
and 615 Alpine become a '~x!O PARKING ZONE".