8 3 15 City Council Proceedings Official_RegularCITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
REGULAR SESSION
OFFICIAL
The Dubuque City Council met in regular session at 6:30 p.m. on August 3, 2015 in
the Historic Federal Building, 350 W. 6th Street.
Present: Mayor Buol; Council Members Braig Connors, Jones, Lynch, Resnick, Sut-
ton; City Manager Van Milligen, City Attorney Lindahl
Mayor Buol read the call and stated this is a regular session of the City Council called
for the purpose of conducting such business that may properly come before the City
Council.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
PROCLAMATION(S)
Health Center Week (August 9-15, 2015) was accepted by Dr. Daniel Branson, DDS,
of the Crescent Community Health Center, 1789 Elm St.
CONSENT ITEMS
Motion by Lynch to receive and file the documents, adopt the resolutions, and dis-
pose of as indicated. Seconded by Resnick. Council Member Connors requested #4
(Teri Goodmann Named Wonder Women - Heroines of Dubuque by Girl Scouts of
Eastern Iowa and Western Illinois) be held for separate discussion. Motion carried 7-0.
1. Minutes and Reports Submitted: City Council Proceedings of 7/20; Civil Service
Commission of 7/14 (2); Community Development Advisory Commission of 7/15; In-
vestment Oversight Advisory Commission of 7/22; Library Board of Trustees of 7/1,
7/16; Park and Recreation Advisory Commission of 7/14; Sister City Relationships Advi-
sory Commission of 7/15; Proof of publication for City Council Proceedings of 7/6; Proof
of publication for List of Claims and Summary of Revenues for Month Ending 6/30. Up-
on motion the documents were received and filed.
2. Notice of Claims and Suits: Cindy Bartolotta for vehicle damage, Joseph Maloney
for vehicle damage, William Pline for vehicle damage. Upon motion the documents were
received, filed and referred to the City Attorney.
3. Disposition of Claims: City Attorney advising that the following claims have been
referred to Public Entity Risk Services of Iowa, the agent for the Iowa Communities As-
surance Pool: Cindy Bartolotta for vehicle damage; William Pline for vehicle damage.
Upon motion the documents were received, filed and concurred.
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4. Teri Goodmann Named Wonder Women - Heroines of Dubuque by Girl Scouts of
Eastern Iowa and Western Illinois: Correspondence from the Girl Scouts of Eastern Io-
wa and Western Illinois honoring Assistant City Manager Teri Goodmann with the Won-
der Women - Heroines of Dubuque Award. Motion by Connors to receive and file. Se-
conded by Jones. Connors congratulated Ms. Goodmann. Motion carried 7-0.
5. White House Climate Action Champion Technical Assistance Request: City Man-
ager recommending approval of a technical assistance application with the Department
of Energy as a White House Climate Action Champion. Upon motion the documents
were received, filed and approved.
6. Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) FY16 Annual Action Plan Amend-
ment 1: City Manager recommending approval of the Fiscal Year 2016 (Program Year
2015) Annual Action Plan -Amendment 1 for the Community Development Block Grant
(CDBG) Program. Upon motion the documents were received and filed and Resolution
No. 260-15 Approving Fiscal Year 2016 (Program Year 2015) Annual Action Plan
Amendment 1 for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 260-15
RESOLUTION APPROVING FISCAL YEAR 2016 (PROGRAM YEAR 2015) ANNUAL
ACTION PLAN AMENDMENT 1 FOR COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT
(CDBG) FUNDS.
Whereas, the City of Dubuque prepared and filed an Annual Action Plan for Fiscal
Years 2016; and
Whereas, the City of Dubuque now desires to amend said Annual Plan by reallocat-
ing funds between existing activities; and
Whereas, said amendment is a non -substantial amendment as provided in the City's
Citizen Participation Plan and therefore must be approved by resolution of the City
Council after approval by the Community Development Advisory Commission; and
Whereas, the Community Development Advisory Commission held a public meeting
on July 15, 2015; and
Whereas, the Community Development Advisory Commission reviewed said
amendment on July 15, 2015 and voted to approve said amendment and recommend
approval by the City Council.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the Annual Action Plan for Fiscal Year 2016 is hereby amended to re-
allocate funds to Purchase of Services Grant Activities as described in the Fiscal Year
2016 (Program Year 2015) Annual Action Plan — Amendment 1, attached hereto as Ex-
hibit A.
Section 2. That said Fiscal Year 2016 (Program Year 2015) Annual Action Plan
Amendment 1 attached hereto as Exhibit A is hereby approved.
Section 4. That the City Manager is hereby authorized and directed to submit a copy
of this resolution and amendment to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Devel-
opment.
Passed, approved and adopted this 3rd day of July, 2015
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Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
7. REAP Annual Plan Update and Grant Application for Fiscal Year 2016: City Man-
ager recommending approval of the City of Dubuque's update of the Fiscal Year 2016
Dubuque County REAP Plan, as well as the resolution and the Fiscal Year 2016 REAP
grant application for the Eagle Point Park Environmental Restoration Project. Upon mo-
tion the documents were received and filed and Resolution No. 261-15 Authorizing
Reap Grant Application to Iowa Department of Natural Resources for Eagle Point Park
Environmental Restoration Project was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 261-15
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING REAP GRANT APPLICATION TO IOWA DEPART-
MENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES FOR EAGLE POINT PARK ENVIRONMENTAL
RESTORATION PROJECT
Whereas, the Iowa Department of Natural Resources has allocated grant funds in the
REAP (Resource Enhancement and Protection) Program for plans for improvements
that enhance the restoration or expansion of Iowa's natural resources of parks; and
Whereas, the City of Dubuque has adopted the 2012 Comprehensive Plan that in-
cludes goals for park improvements and environmental restoration.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The Mayor hereby is authorized to sign and the Planning Services Manag-
er is hereby authorized to submit an application to the Iowa Department of Natural Re-
sources for REAP funds for Eagle Point Park Environmental Restoration Project.
Section 2. That in the event said application is approved, the City Council hereby
provides its written assurance that the completed project will be adequately maintained
for its intended use in accordance with state requirements.
Passed, approved and adopted this 3rd day of August, 2015.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
8. University of Dubuque No Parking District: City Manager transmitting information
related to the University of Dubuque No Parking District as it relates to residents on
Bennett Street who contributed to the public input session at the July 6, 2015 City
Council meeting. Upon motion the documents were received and filed.
9. Iowa Economic Development Authority Solar Ready Award: City Manager recom-
mending approval of an extension of the Iowa Economic Development Authority Solar
Ready award contract. Upon motion the documents were received, filed and approved.
10. Cedar Ridge Farm Place No. 7 Storm and Sanitary Sewer Improvements Ac-
ceptance: City Manager recommending acceptance of the public improvements that the
developers, Nemmers Cedar Ridge Farm Limited Partnership, have recently completed
in Cedar Ridge Farm Place No. 7. (Cedar Cross Rd./Cedar Crest Ct.) Upon motion the
documents were received and filed and Resolution No. 262-15 Accepting public im-
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provements in Cedar Ridge Farm Place No. 7 in the City of Dubuque, Iowa, was adopt-
ed.
RESOLUTION NO. 262-15
ACCEPTING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS IN CEDAR RIDGE FARM PLACE NO. 7 IN
THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
Whereas, pursuant to Sanitary and Storm Sewer Construction Agreement dated Jan-
uary 26, 2015, certain public improvements including storm sewer and sanitary sewer,
were installed by the developer of Cedar Ridge Farm Place No. 7 in the City of Dubu-
que, Iowa; and
Whereas, the improvements have been completed and the City Manager has exam-
ined the work and has filed a certificate stating that the same has been completed in
accordance with the plans approved by the City Council and in conformance with City
specifications, and has recommended that the improvements be accepted by the City
Council.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the recommendation of the City Manager be approved and that said
public improvements in Cedar Ridge Farm Place No. 7 be and the same is hereby ac-
cepted.
Section 2. That maintenance of said public improvements shall be the responsibility
of the owners, Nemmers Cedar Ridge Farm Limited Partnership, for a period of two (2)
years from the date of this resolution.
Passed, approved and adopted this 3rd day of August, 2015.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
11. City and ESI Employer Participation Agreement: City Manager recommending
approval of an Employer Participation Agreement between the City of Dubuque and Ex-
press Scripts, Inc., for the period January 1, 2015 to December 31, 2015. Upon motion
the documents were received, filed and approved.
12. Civil Service Commission: Civil Service Commission submitting the certified list
for the position of Water Engineering Assistant. Upon motion the document was re-
ceived, filed and made a Matter of Record.
July 14, 2015
Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
In accordance with Chapter 400 of the Code of Iowa, an examination for the position
of Water Engineering Assistant was administered on June 23, 2015. We hereby certify
that the individuals listed below have passed this written examination and the vacancy
for this position should be filled from this list and that this list is good for two (2) years
from above date.
Water Engineering Assistant
1. Carl Plumley
2. Kerry Leppert
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3. Alec Leytem
4. Tara Verdia
5. Chad Uhlenhake
6. Tina Timmerman
7. Bryan Fitting
8. Tyler Hyde
Respectfully submitted,
/s/Dan White, Chairman
Civil Service Commission
13. City Assessors Office - Notification of Tax Appeals: Correspondence from City
Assessor Rick Engelken advising the City of 10 property tax appeals from the Dubuque
City Board of Review for 2015. Upon motion the documents were received and filed.
14. Quarterly Investment Report: City Manager transmitting the June 30, 2015 Quar-
terly Investment Report. Upon motion the documents were received and filed.
15. Mystique Casino Repairs, Sealcoat & Restripe Parking Lot Project: Dubuque
Racing Association President and CEO Jesus Aviles requesting approval to complete
the Mystique Casino Repairs, Sealcoat & Restripe Parking Lot Project using Deprecia-
tion and Improvement Funds. Upon motion the documents were received, filed and ap-
proved.
16. Improvement Contracts / Performance, Payment and Maintenance Bonds: Drew
Cook & Son's Excavating, Inc., for the Lowell St. Reconstruction Project; SELCO, Inc.,
for the 2015 Pavement Marking Project. Upon motion the documents were received,
filed and approved.
17. Alcohol Compliance Civil Penalty for Alcohol License Holder — Diamond Jo Casi-
no: City Manager recommending approval of the Acknowledgment/Settlement Agree-
ment for an alcohol compliance violation for the Diamond Jo Casino, 301 Bell Street.
Upon motion the documents were received, filed and approved.
18. Alcohol License Renewals: City Manager recommending approval of annual beer,
liquor and wine licenses as submitted. Upon motion the documents were received and
filed and Resolution No. 263-15 Approving applications for beer, liquor and/or wine
permits, as required by City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances Title 4 Business and Li-
cense Regulations, Chapter 2 Liquor Control, Article B Liquor, Beer and Wine Licenses
and Permits was adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 263-15
APPROVING APPLICATIONS FOR BEER, LIQUOR, AND/OR WINE PERMITS, AS
REQUIRED BY CITY OF DUBUQUE CODE OF ORDINANCES TITLE 4 BUSINESS
AND LICENSE REGULATIONS, CHAPTER 2 LIQUOR CONTROL, ARTICLE B LIQ-
UOR, BEER AND WINE LICENSES AND PERMITS
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Whereas, applications for Beer, Liquor, and or Wine Permits have been submitted
and filed with the City Council for approval and the same have been examined and ap-
proved; and
Whereas, the premises to be occupied by such applicants were inspected and found
to comply with the Ordinances of the City and the applicants have filed the proper fees
and bonds and otherwise complied with the requirements of the Code of Ordinances.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to cause to be issued the
noted permit types to the following applicants pending submission of the locally required
documentation:
Renewal
Bell Tower Productions
Corner Grill
Holy Spirit Church
Hy -Vee #1 Market Cafe
Kwik Stop Food Mart
Shannon's Bar & Grill
The Lift
National Mississippi River
Museum & Aquarium
West Dubuque Tap
Special Event
Camp Albrecht Acres of the
Midwest AY McDonald Park Special Class C Liquor (Outdoor)
Passed, approved and adopted this 3rd day of August, 2015.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
2728 Asbury Rd.
1689 Elm St.
2981 Central Ave
3500 Dodge St.
2255 Kerper Blvd.
521 E 22nd St
180 Main St
350 East 3rd St.
1701 Asbury
Class C Liquor (Sunday)
Class C Liquor (Outdoor)
Class C Beer, Class B Native
Wine (Sunday)
Class C Liquor (Sunday)
Class C Beer, Class B Native
Wine, (Sunday)
Class C Liquor (Sunday)
Class C Liquor (Sunday)
Class C Liquor (Sunday)
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
ITEMS SET FOR PUBLIC HEARING
1. Burlington Trailways Lease Agreement: City Manager recommending that a public
hearing be set for August 17, 2015 to approve a lease agreement with Burlington Trail-
ways at the Intermodal Transit Facility. Upon motion the documents were received and
filed and Resolution No. 264-15 Setting a public hearing on the disposition of an interest
in property owned by the City of Dubuque, Iowa by Lease Agreement to Burlington
Stage Lines, LTD, was adopted setting a public hearing to commence at 6:30 p.m. on
August 17, 2015 in the Historic Federal Building.
RESOLUTION NO. 264-15
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SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING ON THE DISPOSITION OF AN INTEREST IN PROP-
ERTY OWNED BY THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA BY LEASE AGREEMENT TO
BURLINGTON STAGE LINES, LTD
Whereas, the City of Dubuque, Iowa (City) owns the real property described as the
Intermodal Transportation Center, located at 950 Elm Street in the City of Dubuque, Io-
wa; and
Whereas, City and Burlington Stage Lines, LTD have negotiated a proposed Lease
Agreement for space in the Intermodal Transportation Center, a copy of which Lease
Agreement is on file at the office of the City Clerk, City Hall, 13th and Central Avenue,
Dubuque, Iowa; and
Whereas, the City Council believes it is in the best interests of the City of Dubuque to
approve the proposed Lease Agreement.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the City of Dubuque sets a public hearing on the Lease Agreement
with Burlington State Lines LTD for the 17th day of August, 2015 at 6:30 p.m. in the City
Council Chamber, Historic Federal Building, 350 W. 6th Street, Dubuque, Iowa.
Passed, approved and adopted this 3rd day of August, 2015.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
2. Sale of Property - Weaver Castle, LLC / 396 W. Locust Street: City Manager rec-
ommending that a public hearing be set for August 17, 2015, on the sale of 396 W. Lo-
cust Street to Weaver Castle LLC. Upon motion the documents were received and filed
and Resolution No. 265-15 Resolution of Intent to dispose of an interest in City of
Dubuque real estate, setting a time and place for hearing and providing for the publica-
tion of notice thereof was adopted setting a public hearing to commence at 6:30 p.m. on
August 17, 2015 in the Historic Federal Building.
RESOLUTION NO. 265-15
INTENT TO DISPOSE OF AN INTEREST IN CITY OF DUBUQUE REAL ESTATE,
SETTING A TIME AND PLACE FOR HEARING AND PROVIDING FOR THE PUBLI-
CATION OF NOTICE THEREOF
Whereas, the City of Dubuque has obtained certain real property in connection with
the C.H.A.N.G.E. Program; and
Whereas, such rehabilitation will be completed in accordance with State Historic Tax
Credit Program guidelines and specifications; and
Whereas, the City of Dubuque has received an offer to purchase this certain real
property from Weaver Castle LLC; and
Whereas, by accepting this offer to purchase, the City of Dubuque's objectives of in-
creased tax base of single family properties and rehabilitation of vacant homes are fur-
ther realized; and
Whereas, Weaver Castle LLC has agreed to sign the Restrictive Covenant Agree-
ment that states the property must remain a single family home, either owner -occupied
or rental for 21 years.
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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 in the fol-
lowing legally described property:
Lot 1 of the Subdivision of Lot 15 in D.N. Cooley's Subdivision of part of Out Lots
667, 668, and 669 to Dubuque, in the City of Dubuque, Iowa, according to the rec-
orded plat thereof, together with and subject to all easements and agreements of
record. Property deeded herein is taken in "as is" condition with no guarantees or
warranties expressed or implied as to habitability or merchantability.
Section 2. That the City of Dubuque, Iowa, proposes to dispose of its interest in the
Property to Weaver Castle LLC for the sum of $37,180.00, plus providing them with a
$20,000 10 year forgivable loan.
Section 3. That the City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to cause this Resolu-
tion and a notice to be published as prescribed by Iowa Code Section 364.7 of a public
hearing on the City's intent to dispose of the Property to be held on the 17th day of Au-
gust, 2015, at 6:30 o'clock p.m. at the Historical Federal building, 350 West 6th Street,
Dubuque, Iowa.
Passed, approved, and adopted this 3rd day of August, 2015.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
BOARDS/COMMISSIONS
Review of applications to the following Boards/Commissions. Applicants were invited
to address the City Council regarding their desire to serve on the following
Boards/Commissions.
1. Cable Television Commission: One, 3 -year term through July 1, 2017 (Vacant term
of Stevens). Applicant: Mark Dolson, 54 Alpine St.
2. Long Range Planning Advisory Commission: One, 3 -year term through July 1,
2017 (Vacant term of Beytien). Applicant: Mark Dolson, 54 Alpine St.
Mr. Dolson spoke in support of his appointment to either commission citing a prefer-
ence for the Long Range Planning Commission.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Upon motion the rules were suspended allowing anyone present to address the City
Council on the following items.
1. SRF Green Alley Project Bid Set 3 - Year 3: Proof of publication on notice of public
hearing to consider approval of plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated
cost for the SRF Green alley Bid Set 3 - Year 3 Project and the City Manager recom-
mending approval. Motion by Jones to receive and file Resolution No. 266-15 Approval
of plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimated cost for the SRF Green alley
Bid Set 3 - Year 3 Project; Resolution No. 267-15 Resolution with Respect to the Adop-
tion of the Resolution of Necessity proposed for the SRF Green Alley Bid Set 3 - Year 3
Project; and Resolution No. 268-15 Approving the Schedule of Assessments and esti-
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mate of total cost for the SRF Green alley Bid Set 3 - Year 3 Project. Seconded by
Lynch. Motion carried 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 266-15
APPROVAL OF PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMAT-
ED COST FOR THE SRF GREEN ALLEY BID SET 3 — YEAR 3 PROJECT
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
That the proposed plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated cost for the
SRF Green Alley Bid Set 3 — Year 3 Project, in the estimated amount $1,069,628.50,
are hereby approved.
Passed, adopted and approved this 3rd day of August, 2015.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
RESOLUTION NO. 267-15
RESOLUTION WITH RESPECT TO THE ADOPTION OF THE RESOLUTION OF NE-
CESSITY PROPOSED FOR THE SRF GREEN ALLEY BID SET 3 — YEAR 3 PRO-
JECT
Whereas, the City Council has proposed a Resolution of Necessity for the SRF
Green Alley Bid Set 3 — Year 3 Project and has given notice of the public hearing there-
on as required by law; and
Whereas, the public hearing has been held, all persons offering objections have been
heard and consideration given to all objections and is pending before this Council; and
Whereas, this is the time and place set as provided for the taking of action on the
proposed Resolution of Necessity.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
That the proposed Resolution of Necessity described above is hereby:
Adopted, without amendment, and all objections filed or made having been duly con-
sidered are overruled.
Passed, adopted and approved this 3rd day of August, 2015.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
RESOLUTION NO. 268-15
APPROVING SCHEDULE OF ASSESSMENTS AND ESTIMATE OF TOTAL COST
FOR THE SRF GREEN ALLEY BID SET 3 — YEAR 3 PROJECT
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
That the attached plat, schedule of assessments, and estimate of total cost for the
SRF Green Alley Bid Set 3 — Year 3 Project are hereby approved.
Passed, approved and adopted this 3rd day of August, 2015.
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
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Roy D. Buol, Mayor
2. NW Arterial Hike/Bike Trail Phase 4 & 5: Proof of publication on notice of public
hearing to consider approval of plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimated
cost for the NW Arterial Hike/Bike Trail Phases 4 & 5 Project and the City Manager rec-
ommending approval. Motion by Connors to receive and file the documents and adopt
Resolution No. 269-15 Approval of plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimated
costs for the Iowa 32 Hike/Bike Train - Phases 4 & 5 Project. Seconded by Lynch. City
Manager Van Milligen reported after the fact that funding was approved through the
Capital Improvement Project budget process from the sales tax portion of the general
fund. Motion carried 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 269-15
APPROVAL OF PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMAT-
ED COST FOR THE IOWA 32 HIKE -BIKE TRAIL - PHASE 4 & 5 PROJECT
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
That the proposed plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated cost for the
Iowa 32 Hike -Bike Trail - Phase 4 & 5 Project, in the estimated amount $389,450.00,
are hereby approved.
Passed, adopted and approved this 3rd day of August, 2015.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
3. Federal Building Lease with Iowa State University: Proof of Publication on notice of
public hearing to consider a Lease Agreement between the City of Dubuque and the
Iowa State University in the Historic Federal Building and the City Manager recommend-
ing approval. Motion by Lynch to receive and file the documents and adopt Resolution
No. 270-15 Approving the disposal of an interest in real property owned by the City of
Dubuque by lease between the City of Dubuque, Iowa and Iowa State University of Sci-
ence and Technology. Seconded by Connors. Motion carried 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 270-15
APPROVING THE DISPOSAL OF AN INTEREST IN REAL PROPERTY OWNED BY
THE CITY OF DUBUQUE BY LEASE BETWEEN THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
AND IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
Whereas, the City of Dubuque, Iowa (City) owns the real property described as the
Historic Federal Building, located at 350 West 6th Street in the City of Dubuque, Iowa;
and
Whereas, City and Iowa State University of Science and Technology have negotiated
a Lease Agreement for space in the Historic Federal Building, a copy of which Lease
Agreement is on file at the office of the City Clerk, City Hall, 13th and Central Avenue,
Dubuque, Iowa; and
Whereas, on August 3, 2015, the City Council pursuant to notice published as re-
quired by law held a public hearing on its intent to dispose of the foregoing interest in
real property and overruled all objections thereto; and
Whereas, the City Council believes it is in the best interests of the City of Dubuque to
approve the Lease Agreement.
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The Lease Agreement between City and Iowa State University of Science
and Technology is hereby approved and the City Manager is authorized to execute said
Lease Agreement on behalf of the City of Dubuque.
Passed, approved and adopted this 3rd day of August, 2015.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Upon motion the rules were reinstated limiting discussion to the City Council.
ACTION ITEMS
1. Southwest Arterial/English Mill Road Reconstruction Project Award: City Manager
recommending award of the construction contract to the low bidder Taylor Construction,
Inc., subject to Iowa Department of Transportation approval. Motion by Lynch to receive
and file the documents and adopt Resolution No. 271-15 Awarding public improvement
contract for the Southwest Arterial Project English Mill Road Reconstruction - Grading,
Bridge & Paving Project Iowa DOT Project No. HDP -2100 (657)--71-31. Seconded by
Connors. Responding to questions from the City Council, Assistant City Engineer Bob
Schiesl stated that the project is done according to state standards because of the use
of federal funding; and that should the City ever annex the property, upgrading to City
standards could be done with minimal throw -away costs. Motion carried 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 271-15
AWARDING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT CONTRACT FOR THE SOUTHWEST ARTE-
RIAL PROJECT ENGLISH MILL ROAD RECONSTRUCTION - GRADING, BRIDGE &
PAVING PROJECT IOWA DOT PROJECT NO. HDP -2100 (657)--71-31
Whereas, said sealed proposals were opened and read by the Iowa Department of
Transportation on the 21 st day of July, 215 and it has been determined that Taylor Con-
struction, Inc. of New Vienna, Iowa, with a bid in the amount of $3,536,064.29 is the
lowest responsive, responsible bidder for the Project.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
That a Public Improvement Contract for the Project is hereby awarded to Taylor Con-
struction, Inc., subject to the concurrence by Iowa Department of Transportation, and
the City Manager is hereby directed to execute a Public Improvement Contract on be-
half of the City of Dubuque for the Project.
Passed, approved and adopted this 3rd day of August, 2015.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
2. Text Amendment - Residential Freestanding Solar Arrays (2nd Reading): Request
by the City of Dubuque to amend the Unified Development Code to establish proce-
dures for the review of new freestanding solar arrays and the Zoning Advisory Commis-
sion recommending approval. Planning Services Manager transmitting additional infor-
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mation. Motion by Jones to receive and file the documents and that the requirement that
a proposed ordinance be considered and voted on for passage at two Council meetings
prior to the meeting at which it is to be passed be suspended. Seconded by Resnick.
Planning Services Laura Carstens and Assistant Planner Kyle Kritz addressed ques-
tions from the City Council regarding consideration of the option of using a ratio be-
tween the lot and array sizes and the Zoning Board of Adjustment's appeal process that
uses the criteria outlined in the Code of Ordinances. Motion failed 5-2 with Connors and
Lynch voting nay.
Jones moved seconded reading of a proposed ordinance amending Title 16 of the
City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances, Unified Development Code, by Amending Articles
16-5-2-2 (R-1), 16-5-3-2 (R-2) 16-5-4.3 (R -2A), 16-5-5.3 (R-3) and 16-5-6.3 (R-4), 16-5-
7.3 (OR) and 16-5-9.3 (OC) to establish maximum area and height requirements for res-
idential freestanding solar arrays. Seconded by Resnick. Motion carried 6-1 with Lynch
voting nay.
3. Code of Ordinances Amendment - Titles 14 & 16 Southwest Arterial Moratorium
Extensions: City Manager recommending approval of four ordinances which extend the
moratoriums for the construction, rezoning, subdivision review, and site plan approval in
the Southwest Arterial Corridor and the East/West Corridor Study Areas for an addition-
al 12 months. Motion by Jones to receive and file the documents and that the require-
ment that a proposed ordinance be considered and voted on for passage at two Council
meetings prior to the meeting at which it is to be passed be suspended. Seconded by
Braig. Motion carried 7-0.
Motion by Jones for final consideration and passage of Ordinance No. 46-15 Amend-
ing City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances Title 14 Building and Development, Chapter 2
Building Construction, Demolition and Moving, Section 14-2-4 Moratorium for Construc-
tion or Other Work on Certain Streets, Areas, or Facilities by Extending the Moratorium;
Ordinance No. 47-15 Amending the City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances Title 16 Uni-
fied Development Code Chapter 13 Site Design Standards, Section 16-13-2 Applicabil-
ity by Extending the Moratorium; Ordinance No. 48-15 Amending City of Dubuque Code
of Ordinances Title 16 Unified Development Code Chapter 9 Zoning Advisory Commis-
sion Applications and Procedures, Section 16-9-5-3 City Council Action by Extending
the Moratorium; and Ordinance No. 49-15 Amending Dubuque Code of Ordinances, Ti-
tle 16 Unified Development Code, Chapter 11 Land Subdivision, Section 16-11-2 Ap-
plicability by Amending the Moratorium. Seconded by Braig. Motion carried 7-0.
OFFICIAL PUBLICATION
ORDINANCE NO. 46-15
AMENDING CITY OF DUBUQUE CODE OF ORDINANCES TITLE 14 BUILDING AND
DEVELOPMENT, CHAPTER 2 BUILDING CONSTRUCTION, DEMOLITION AND
MOVING, SECTION 14-2-4 MORATORIUM FOR CONSTRUCTION OR OTHER
WORK ON CERTAIN STREETS, AREAS, OR FACILITIES BY EXTENDING THE
MORATORIU M
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
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Section 1. City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances Section 14-2-4 is amended to read
as follows:
Section 14-2-4: Moratorium for Construction or Other Work on Certain Streets, Areas
or Facilities:
A. Southwest Arterial Corridor: The city manager may not issue any permit for any
new construction or substantial enlargement, alteration, repair or remodeling of
any structure, building or sign in the southwest arterial corridor, but not to include
demolition, as delineated on drawings on file in the city clerk's office, from the ef-
fective date hereof to July 1, 2016, except where a vested right to the issuance of
such permit accrued prior to the effective date hereof.
B. East-West Corridor Study Area: The city manager may not issue any permit for
any new construction or substantial enlargement, alteration, repair or remodeling
of any structure, building, or sign in the east -west corridor study area as shown
on the map on file in the office of the city clerk, but not to include demolition or
emergency repairs without the approval of the city council, from the effective date
hereof to August 20, 2016, except where a vested right to the issuance of such
permit accrued prior to the effective date hereof.
C. Highway 20 Corridor Study Area: The city manager may not issue any permit for
any new construction or substantial enlargement, alteration, repair or remodeling
of any structure, building, or sign in the Highway 20 corridor study area as shown
on the map on file in the office of the City Clerk, but not to include demolition or
emergency repairs, without the approval of the city council, from the effective
date of August 20, 2016, except where a vested right to the issuance of such
permit accrued prior to the effective date hereof.
Section 2. This ordinance shall take effect upon publication
Passed, approved and adopted this 3rd day of August, 2015.
/s/Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: /s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Published officially in the Telegraph Herald newspaper on the 7th day of August, 2015.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
OFFICIAL PUBLICATION
ORDINANCE NO. 47-15
AMENDING THE CITY OF DUBUQUE CODE OF ORDINANCES TITLE 16 UNIFIED
DEVELOPMENT CODE, CHAPTER 13 SITE DESIGN STANDARDS, SECTION 16-13-
2 APPLICABILITY BY EXTENDING THE MORATORIUM
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances Section 16-13-2 is amended to read
as follows:
Section 16-13-2: Applicability:
E. Moratorium for Site Plans in the Southwest Arterial Corridor: The city planner
may not issue conditional or final approval for any site plan filed for property in
the southwest arterial corridor that lies within the corporate limits of the city of
Dubuque, as delineated on drawings on file in the city clerk's office, from the ef-
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fective date hereof to July 1, 2016, except where a vested right to the issuance of
such approval accrued prior to the effective date hereof.
Section 2. This ordinance takes effect upon publication.
Passed, approved and adopted this 3rd day of August, 2015.
/s/Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: /s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Published officially in the Telegraph Herald newspaper on the 7th day of August, 2015.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
OFFICIAL PUBLICATION
ORDINANCE NO. 48-15
AMENDING CITY OF DUBUQUE CODE OF ORDINANCES TITLE 16 UNIFIED DE-
VELOPMENT CODE CHAPTER 9 ZONING ADVISORY COMMISSION APPLICA-
TIONS AND PROCEDURES, SECTION 16-9-5-3 CITY COUNCIL ACTION BY EX-
TENDING THE MORATORIUM
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That Title 16 of the City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances Section 16-9-5-3
is amended to read as follows:
Section 16-9-5-3: City Council Action:
D. Moratorium for Rezonings in the Southwest Arterial Corridor: The city council
may not give final approval to any zoning reclassification (rezoning) request for
property in the southwest arterial corridor that lies within the corporate limits of
the city of Dubuque, as delineated on drawings on file in the city clerk's office,
from the effective date of July 1, 2016, except where a vested right to the issu-
ance of such approval accrued prior to the effective date hereof.
Section 2. This ordinance takes effect upon publication.
Passed, approved and adopted this 3rd day of August, 2015.
/s/Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: /s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Published officially in the Telegraph Herald newspaper on the 7th day of August, 2015.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
OFFICIAL PUBLICATION
ORDINANCE NO. 49-15
AMENDING DUBUQUE CODE OF ORDINANCES, TITLE 16 UNIFIED DEVELOP-
MENT CODE, CHAPTER 11 LAND SUBDIVISION, SECTION 16-11-2 APPLICABIL-
ITY BY AMENDING THE MORATORIUM
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances Section 16-11-2 is amended to read
as follows:
Section 16-11-2: Applicability:
C. Southwest Arterial Corridor Subdivision Review: A proposed plat that divides any
parcel within the Southwest Arterial Corridor into two (2) or more lots, and any
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preliminary plat within the Southwest Arterial Corridor must be submitted to the
City Council for review. No plat for any subdivision or resubdivision of property in
the Southwest Arterial Corridor, as delineated on drawings on file in the City
Clerk's Office, may be approved by the City Council, from the effective date
hereof to July 1, 2016, except for the property within the Final Plat of Siegert's
Place Fifth Addition or where a vested right to the issuance of such approval ac-
crued prior to the effective date hereof.
Section 2. This ordinance shall take effect upon publication.
Passed, approved and adopted this 3rd day of August, 2015.
/s/Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: /s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Published officially in the Telegraph Herald newspaper on the 7th day of August, 2015.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
4. Code of Ordinances Amendment - Title 12 Cable Television Commission: City
Manager recommending approval of an ordinance creating a new Title 2, Chapter 11,
which establishes the Cable Television Commission and provides for the powers, op-
eration, membership, and meetings. Motion by Jones to receive and file the documents
and that the requirement that a proposed ordinance be considered and voted on for
passage at two Council meetings prior to the meeting at which it is to be passed be
suspended. Seconded by Lynch. Motion carried 7-0.
Motion by Jones for final consideration and passage of Ordinance No. 50-15 Amend-
ing City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances Title 2 Boards and Commissions by Repealing
Chapter 11 Cable Television Commission and Adopting a New Chapter 11 Cable Tele-
vision Commission in Lieu Thereof Establishing the Cable Television Commission and
Providing for the Powers, Operation, Membership, and Meetings. Seconded by Con-
nors. Motion carried 7-0.
OFFICIAL PUBLICATION
ORDINANCE NO. 50-15
AMENDING CITY OF DUBUQUE CODE OF ORDINANCES TITLE 2 BOARDS AND
COMMISSIONS BY REPEALING CHAPTER 11 CABLE TELEVISION COMMISSION
AND ADOPTING A NEW CHAPTER 11 CABLE TELEVISION COMMISSION IN LIEU
THEREOF ESTABLISHING THE CABLE TELEVISION COMMISSION AND PROVID-
ING FOR THE POWERS, OPERATION, MEMBERSHIP, AND MEETINGS
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. Title 2, Chapter 11 of the City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances is hereby
repealed and the following adopted in lieu thereof:
Chapter 11 CABLE TELEVISION COMMISSION
2-11-1: Commission Created: There is hereby created the Cable Television Commis-
sion.
2-11-2: Purpose: The purpose of the commission is:
A. To develop, in respect to community programming and cable regulation, poli-
cies that will govern:
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1. The use and protection of equipment and facilities;
2. All training programs;
3. The priorities and scheduling for use of channel time;
4. The daily regulation and administration of the cable franchise;
5. The resolution of subscriber complaints which could not be resolved satisfac-
torily by the cable manager; and,
6. Other matters pertaining to community programming or cable services in
Dubuque which may arise.
B. To develop policies and procedures regarding the public community program-
ming channels that will promote its nondiscriminatory, first come, first served and
equitable use in conformity with all applicable regulations and requirements and
limit such use to residents of Dubuque and their own productions.
C. To encourage interest in and development of decidedly local community pro-
gramming.
D. To encourage cooperation and cordial relations between community program-
mers, cable subscribers, and the local cable manager and the local cable manag-
er's staff.
E. To identify and support organizations interested in the channels reserved for
public, education, and government programming.
F. To advise the following:
1. The city manager or the city manager's designee (collectively "the city man-
ager") on matters relating to community programming and the regulation of the
cable system;
2. The city council on expenditure of any funds designated by a franchise for
PEG equipment and facilities; and
3. The city council on any matter relating to the cable franchise or system.
G. To promulgate and administer through the city manager all policies, rules, and
procedures relating to community programming.
H. To keep abreast of developments in cable technologies, services, and pro-
gramming and to become competent in cable regulation, finances, and standards
of operation.
I. To act through the city manager as the local regulatory agent of the cable fran-
chise and to monitor the operation of the cable system.
J. To consult with the local cable manager on the best updating of the cable sys-
tem, services, and programming and to advise the city council on expending the
updating funds.
K. To evaluate its own proceedings and actions and all community programming
and cable related activities.
L. To provide any cable user in the city of Dubuque the opportunity to voice a
complaint regarding the user's cable service.
2-11-3: Internal Organization and Rules: The commission may adopt rules and regu-
lations to govern its organizational procedures as may be necessary and which are not
in conflict with this Code of Ordinances or the Iowa Code.
2-11-4: Procedures for Operation: All administrative, personnel, accounting, budget-
ary, and procurement policies of the city govern the commission in all its operations.
2-11-5: Membership:
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A. The commission comprises seven (7) residents of the city, appointed by the city
council.
B. Residents must be eighteen (18) years of age or older.
C. Special Qualifications. In its appointments, the city council will endeavor to
achieve a broad representation of the community and public interests which can
take advantage of dedicated channels to benefit the residents of the City of Dubu-
que and to develop a commission versed and competent in telecommunication
administration, finances, and regulation. The city council will attempt to give pref-
erence to applicants who are actively interested in promoting community cable
programming who possess, or are willing to acquire, video production background,
and who will relate to the spectrum of informational and cultural needs of cable
viewers of the City of Dubuque and applicants who possess professional or expe-
riential backgrounds in law, finances, administration, public relations, or telecom-
munication technologies.
2-11-6: Oath: Each person, upon appointment or reappointment to the commission,
must execute an oath of office at the first meeting of the commission following the ap-
pointment or reappointment or at the city clerk's office any time prior to the first meeting
of the commission.
2-11-7: Terms: The term of office for commissioners is three (3) years or until such
commissioner's successor is appointed and qualified.
2-11-8: Vacancies: Vacancies must be filled in the same manner as original appoint-
ments.
2-11-9: Officers/Organization: The commissioners must choose annually a chairper-
son and vice-chairperson, each to serve a term of one (1) year. The chairperson must
appoint a secretary, who need not be a member of the commission. The commissioners
must fill a vacancy among its officers for the remainder of the officer's unexpired term.
2-11-10: MEETINGS:
A. Regular Meetings. The commission must meet not less than once each quarter.
B. Special Meetings. Special meetings may be called by the chairperson or at the
written request of a majority of the commissioners.
C. Open Meetings. All meetings must be called and held in conformance with the
Iowa Open Meetings Law.
D. Attendance.
1. In the event a commissioner has been absent for three (3) or more consecu-
tive meetings of the commission, without being excused by the chairperson,
such absence will be grounds for the commission to recommend to the city
council that the position be declared vacant and a replacement appointed.
2. Attendance must be entered upon the minutes of all meetings.
E. Minutes. A copy of the minutes of all regular and special meetings of the com-
mission must be filed with the city council within ten (10) working days after each
meeting, or by the next regularly scheduled city council meeting, whichever is lat-
e r.
F. Quorum. Four (4) commissioners constitute a quorum for the transaction of
business. The affirmative vote of a majority of the commissioners present and vot-
ing is necessary for the adoption of any motion or resolution.
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2-11-11: Compensation: Commissioners serve without compensation, provided that
they may receive reimbursement for necessary travel and other expenses while on offi-
cial commission business within the limits established in the city administrative policies
and budget.
2-11-12: Removal: Except as provided in 2-11-10(D)(1), the city council may remove
any commissioner for good cause.
2-11-13: Powers: The commission has the following powers, duties, and responsibili-
ties:
A. To assure that cable channels, equipment, and resources dedicated and re-
served for community programming are used effectively, efficiently, and economi-
cally to afford the community and individuals of the City of Dubuque the opportuni-
ty to express opinions and provide information to cable users, and that such pro-
gramming is characterized by appropriateness, quality, and continuity; and
B. To assure full compliance with any franchises authorizing cable or video service
in the City of Dubuque, that the franchises be interpreted and applied to the benefit
of the City and its residents, that quality and updated services be delivered
throughout the City, and that the public interest be protected in all matters related
to the cable services delivery systems.
Section 2. Nothing herein effects the term of any person serving as a commissioner
as of the effective date of this Ordinance.
Section 3. This Ordinance takes effect upon publication.
Passed, approved, and adopted the 3rd day of August, 2015.
/s/Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: /s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Published officially in the Telegraph Herald newspaper on the 7th day of August, 2015.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
5. Code of Ordinances Amendment - Title 2 Housing Trust Fund Advisory Commit-
tee: City Manager recommending approval of an amendment to the City of Dubuque
Code of Ordinances regarding the Housing Trust Fund Advisory Committee. Motion by
Lynch to receive and file the documents and that the requirement that a proposed ordi-
nance be considered and voted on for passage at two Council meetings prior to the
meeting at which it is to be passed be suspended. Seconded by Connors. Motion car-
ried 7-0.
Motion by Lynch for final consideration and passage of Ordinance No. 51-15 Amend-
ing City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances Title 2 Boards and Commissions, Chapter 5
Housing Agency and Community Development Commissions, Article D Trust Fund Ad-
visory Committee by Repealing Section 2- 5D-6 Committee Established; Membership;
Functions and Adopting a New Section 2-5D-6 Housing Trust Fund Advisory Committee
in Lieu Thereof Establishing the Trust Fund Advisory Committee and Providing for the
Powers, Operation, Membership, and Meetings. Seconded by Connors. Motion carried
7-0.
OFFICIAL PUBLICATION
ORDINANCE NO. 51-15
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AMENDING CITY OF DUBUQUE CODE OF ORDINANCES TITLE 2 BOARDS AND
COMMISSIONS, CHAPTER 5 HOUSING AGENCY AND COMMUNITY DEVELOP-
MENT COMMISSIONS, ARTICLE D TRUST FUND ADVISORY COMMITTEE BY RE-
PEALING SECTION 2-5D-6 COMMITTEE ESTABLISHED; MEMBERSHIP; FUNC-
TIONS AND ADOPTING A NEW SECTION 2-5D-6 HOUSING TRUST FUND ADVI-
SORY COMMITTEE IN LIEU THEREOF ESTABLISHING THE TRUST FUND ADVI-
SORY COMMITTEE AND PROVIDING FOR THE POWERS, OPERATION, MEM-
BERSHIP, AND MEETINGS
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. Title 2, Chapter 5, Article D, Section 2-5D-6 of the City of Dubuque Code
of Ordinances is hereby released and the following adopted in lieu thereof:
2-5D-6: HOUSING TRUST FUND ADVISORY COMMITTEE:
A. Committee Created: There is hereby created the Housing Trust Fund Advisory
Committee.
B. Purpose: The purpose of the committee is to recommend policy direction and
oversight to the administration and operation of the Housing Trust Fund by solicit-
ing funding, developing by-laws to govern the committee's operations, and devel-
oping policies and guidelines for acquisition and distribution of funds. Such solici-
tations, by-laws, policies, and guidelines must be approved by the Housing Com-
mission and submitted to the city council for its approval.
C. Internal Organization and Rules: The committee may adopt rules and regula-
tions to govern its organizational procedures as may be necessary and which are
not in conflict with this Code of Ordinances or the Iowa Code.
D. Procedures for Operation: All administrative, personnel, accounting, budgetary,
and procurement policies of the city govern the committee in all its operations.
E. Membership:
1. The committee comprises five (5) residents of the city, appointed by the city
council.
2. Residents must be eighteen (18) years of age or older.
3. Special Qualifications:
a. Two (2) of the members must be appointed by and from the membership
of the Housing Commission.
b. Three (3) members of the public must be elected specifically on the basis
of experience in real estate development, banking, finance, accounting,
funds management, or other related areas of expertise.
F. Oath: Each person, upon appointment or reappointment to the committee, must
execute an oath of office at the first meeting of the committee following the ap-
pointment or reappointment or at the city clerk's office any time prior to the first
meeting of the committee.
G. Terms: The term of office for members of the committee is three (3) years or
until such member's successor is appointed and qualified. The terms of the cross -
representative appointees from the Housing Commission must coincide with their
terms on the Housing Commission.
H. Vacancies: Vacancies must be filled in the same manner as original appoint-
ments.
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I. Officers; Organization: The Housing Commission must choose annually a chair-
person and vice -chairperson, each to serve a term of one (1) year. The chairper-
son must appoint a secretary, who need not be a member of the committee. The
committee must fill a vacancy among its officers for the remainder of the officer's
unexpired term.
J. Meetings:
1. Regular Meetings: The committee must meet at least two (2) times per year;
one meeting must be a public hearing regarding submission of the Iowa Fi-
nance Authority application.
2. Special Meetings: Special meetings may be called by the chairperson or at
the written request of a majority of the members.
3. Open Meetings: All meetings must be called and held in conformance with
the Iowa Open Meetings Law.
4. Attendance:
a. In the event a member of the committee has been absent for three (3) or
more consecutive meetings of the committee, without being excused by the
chairperson, such absence will be grounds for the committee to recommend
to the city council that the position be declared vacant and a replacement
appointed.
b. Attendance must be entered upon the minutes of all meetings.
5. Minutes: A copy of the minutes of all regular and special meetings of the
committee must be filed with the city council within ten (10) working days after
each meeting, or by the next regularly scheduled city council meeting, whichev-
er is later.
6. Quorum: Three (3) members of the committee constitute a quorum for the
transaction of business. The affirmative vote of a majority of the members pre-
sent and voting is necessary for the adoption of any resolution.
K. Compensation: Members serve without compensation, provided that they may
receive reimbursement for necessary travel and other expenses while on official
committee business within the limits established in the city administrative policies
and budget.
L. Removal: Except as provided in 2 -5D -10(D)(1), the city council may remove any
member for good cause.
M. Powers: The committee has the following powers, duties, and responsibilities:
1. To coordinate an effective mechanism for public participation in the operation
of the trust fund;
2. To recommend projects to the Housing Commission for funding approval;
and
3. To engage in activities providing for the efficient use of the trust fund.
Section 2. Nothing herein effects the term of any person serving as a member of the
committee as of the effective date of this Ordinance.
Section 3. This Ordinance takes effect upon publication.
Passed, approved, and adopted the 3rd day of August, 2015.
/s/Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest: /s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
Published officially in the Telegraph Herald newspaper on the 7th day of August, 2015.
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/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
6. Request for Work Session - Sustainable Dubuque: City Manager recommending
that the City Council schedule the Sustainable Dubuque Quarterly Work Session for
September 8, 2015 at 5:00 p.m. Motion by Connors to set the work session as recom-
mended. Seconded by Lynch. Motion carried 7-0.
There being no further business, upon motion the City Council adjourned at 7:12 p.m.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, CMC
City Clerk
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