Minutes_City Council Proceedings 5 15 17 Copyrighted
June 5, 2017
City of Dubuque Consent Items # 1.
ITEM TITLE: Minutes and Reports Submitted
SUMMARY: City Council Proceedings of 5/15, 5/22; Five Flags Civic
Center Advisory Commission of 5/22;
Housing Commission of 3/28; Historic Preservation
Commission of 5/18; Library Board of Trustees of
4/27; Long Range Planning Advisory Commission of 5/17;
Sister City Relationship Advisory Commission of 5/17;
Transit Advisory Board of 5/11 ; Proof of Publication for City
Council Proceedings of 5/8; Proof of Publication for List of
Claims and Summary of Revenues for Month Ending 4/30.
SUGGESTED DISPOSITION: Suggested Disposition: Receive and File
ATTACHMENTS:
Description Type
City Council Proceedings of 5/15/17 Supporting Documentation
City Council Proceedings of 5/22/17 Supporting Documentation
Five Flags Civic Center Advisory Commission Minutes Supporting Documentation
of 5/22/17
Historic Preservation Commission Minutes of 5/18/17 Supporting Documentation
Housing Commission Minutes of 3/28/17 Supporting Documentation
Library Board of Trustees Minutes of 4/27/17 Supporting Documentation
Long Range Planning Advisory Commission of 5/17/17 Supporting Documentation
Sister City Commision Minutes of 5/17/17 Supporting Documentation
Transit Advisory Board Minutes of 5/11/17 Supporting Documentation
Proof of Publication for City Council Proceedings of Supporting Documentation
5/8/17
Proof of Publication for List of Claims/Summary of Supporting Documentation
Revenues ME 4/30/17
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
REGULAR SESSION
The Dubuque City Council met in regular session at 6:00 p.m. on May 15, 2017 in the
Historic Federal Building, 350 W. 6th Street.
Present: Mayor Buol; Council Members Connors, Del Toro, Jones, Lynch, Resnick,
Rios; City Manager Van Milligen, City Attorney Brumwell
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
Mayor Buol took a moment to thank outgoing Mayor Pro-Tem Kevin Lynch for his
service during the eight-month term, and expressed the City Council's sympathy to
Council Jake Rios on the death of his father-in-law.
PROCLAMATION(S)
1 . Apples for Students Months (June/July 2017) was accepted by Beth McGorry,
Outreach Coordinator for St. Mark Youth Enrichment, 1201 Locust St.
2. Play Ball Summer (June-August 2017) was accepted by Tom Witry, 1200 Cortez
Dr., of the Miracle League of Dubuque.
3. Revive Civility and Respect Month (May 2017) was accepted by Mayor Roy D. Buol.
CONSENT ITEMS
Motion by Lynch to receive and file the documents, adopt the resolutions, and dispose
of as indicated. Seconded by Jones. Motion carried 7-0.
1 . Minutes and Reports Submitted: City Council Proceedings of 5/1 , 5/8; Civil Service
Commission of 3/28, 5/3; Dubuque County Emergency Management Commission of
11/1/16; 2/15/17, 3/21/17; Human Rights Commission of 4/10/17; Investment Oversight
Advisory Commission of 4/26; Library Board of Trustees of 3/16; Library Board of
Trustees Council update #160 of 4/27; Zoning Advisory Commission of 5/3; Proof of
Publication for City Council Proceedings of 4/17, 4/24, 5/1 ; Proof of Publication of List of
Claims and Summary of Revenues for Month Ending 3/31 . Upon motion the documents
were received and filed.
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2. Notice of Claims and Suits: Jamie Barton for vehicle damage; Erica Moore for
vehicle damage; Kyle Stoffel 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
Assurance Pool: Jamie Barton for vehicle damage, Kyle Stoffel for vehicle damage, and
Erica Moore for vehicle damage. Upon motion the documents were received, filed and
concurred.
4. Cindy Steinhauser Farewell Reception: City Manager transmitting an invitation to
the farewell reception for Assistant City Manager Cindy Steinhauser at 5:30 p.m. on May
31 , 2017 at the Grand River Center, River Room. Upon motion the document was
received and filed.
5. Dubuque's Circles® Initiative and Family Self-Sufficiency Program: City Manager
transmitting the public information brochure on the outcomes of the Dubuque Circles®
Initiative and Family Self-Sufficiency Program. Upon motion the document was received
and filed.
6. Sustainable Dubuque Community Grants and Review Recommendation: City
Manager recommending approval of five projects for funding from the Sustainable
Dubuque Community Grant Program. It is further recommended that the grant review shift
from a quarterly to a bi-annual process, as recommended by the Resilient Community
Advisory Commission. Upon motion the documents were received, filed and approved.
7. Quarterly Investment Report of March 31 , 2017: City Manager transmitting the
March 31 , 2017 Quarterly Investment Report. Upon motion the documents were received
and filed.
8. Integrated Pest Management Annual Report: City Manager transmitting the annual
Integrated Pest Management Program Report. Upon motion the documents were
received and filed.
9. 2016 Official City Council Proceedings: City Clerk submitting the 2016 Official City
Council Proceedings. Upon motion the documents were received, filed and approved.
10. Four Mounds Foundation- First Amendment to Agreement: City Manager
recommending approval of a First Amendment to the Agreement between the City of
Dubuque and Four Mounds Foundation that changes the dates for completion.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
11 . Audit Services Recommendation: City Manager recommending the selection of
Eide Bailly LLP, the City's current auditor, to provide the City's auditing services for the
next five fiscal years and authorize the City Manager to sign the audit service agreement.
Upon motion the documents were received, filed and approved.
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12. Morrison Brothers - Close Out of Forgivable Loan from Iowa Economic
Development Authority: City Manager recommending that the City Council receive and
file the documents from the Iowa Economic Development Authority showing the terms of
a forgivable loan from the Iowa Economic Development Authority to Morrison Brothers
have been satisfied and the loan has been closed out by the State. Upon motion the
documents were received and filed.
13. Plat of Survey -Watters Homestead: Zoning Advisory Commission recommending
approval of the Plat of Survey for the Watters Homestead (12204 N. Cascade Road) and
waiving the street frontage requirement for Lot 1 and Lot 2. Upon motion the documents
were received and filed and Resolution No. 168-17 Approving the Plat of Survey of
Watters Homestead in Dubuque County, Iowa was adopted.
14. Plat of Survey - Table Mound Mobile Home Park No. 2: Zoning Advisory
Commission recommending approval of the Plat of Survey for the Table Mound Mobile
Home Park No. 2 and waiving the street frontage requirement for Lot 2. Upon motion the
documents were received and filed and Resolution No. 169-17 Approving the Plat of
Survey of Table Mound Mobile Home Park No. 2 in the City of Dubuque, Iowa was
adopted.
15. 2017 Pavement Marking Project Award: City Manager recommending award of the
construction contract for the 2017 Pavement Marking Project to the only bidder SELCO,
Inc. Upon motion the documents were received and filed and Resolution No. 170-17
Awarding the public improvement contract for the 2017 Pavement Marking Project was
adopted.
16. 2017 City Hall HVAC Upgrade Project Award: City Manager recommending that
the award for the 2017 City Hall HVAC Upgrade Project be officially recorded in the
minutes of the City Council. Upon motion the documents were received, filed and made
a Matter of Record.
17. Catfish Creek Watershed SRF Application - Valentine Park Expansion: City
Manager recommending approval of the submittal of a Catfish Creek Watershed State
Revolving Loan Fund (SRF) Application for the Valentine Park Expansion SRF Project.
Upon motion the documents were received and filed and Resolution No. 171-17
Authorizing Catfish Creek Watershed Management SRF Application for Valentine Park
Expansion Project was adopted.
18. Public, Educational and Government (PEG) Capital Grant Expenditure Request:
City Manager recommending approval of the Cable TV Commission recommendation for
funding from the Public, Educational and Government (PEG) Capital Grant for Access
Equipment and Facilities for the City of Dubuque to purchase two editing systems to
replace the existing work stations. Upon motion the documents were received, filed and
approved.
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19. Dubuque Golf& Country Club - Fireworks Request: Correspondence from Richard
Bugalski, General Manager/CEO of the Dubuque Golf & Country Club, requesting
permission to display fireworks on Tuesday, July 4, 2017 at about 9:30 p.m. on the
DG&CC grounds with a rain date of Wednesday, July 5. Upon motion the documents
were received, filed and approved.
20. Transit Service to Driver's License Station on Gateway Drive: City Manager
transmitting information on the historical ridership to the Driver's License Station located
at 2460 Gateway Drive and providing a summary of transportation options for individuals
requiring access to that location. Upon motion the documents were received and filed.
21 . Grant of Permanent Easement for Southwest Arterial Project: City Manager
recommending approval to rescind Resolution 210-16 for the Grant of Permanent and
Temporary Easement and adopt a revised resolution for the acceptance of a replacement
permanent utility easement for the Southwest Arterial Project across part of the property
owned by Ronald and Marlene Valentine. Upon motion the documents were received and
filed and Resolution No. 172-17 Rescinding Resolution No. 210-16 which accepted a
Grant of Permanent and Temporary Easements from Ronald L. Valentine and Marlene
Valentine and Rescinding a Temporary Construction Easement from Ronald L. Valentine
and Marlene Valentine for the Southwest Arterial Project; and Accepting a Grant of
Permanent Utility Easement from Ronald L. Valentine and Marlene Valentine for the
Southwest Arterial Project was adopted.
22. Improvement Contracts / Performance, Payment and Maintenance Bonds: Dan
Arensdorf Construction, Inc. for the 2017 Asphalt Overlay Ramp Project One. Upon
motion the documents were received, filed and approved.
23. Alcohol Compliance Civil Penalty for Alcohol License Holder — Casey's General
Store #2420: City Manager recommending approval of the Acknowledgment/Settlement
Agreement for an alcohol compliance violation for Casey's General Store #2420, 2699
Rockdale Road. Upon motion the documents were received, filed and approved.
24. Tobacco Compliance Civil Penalty for Tobacco License Holder— Casey's General
Store #2420: City Manager recommending approval of the Acknowledgement/Settlement
Agreement for a tobacco compliance violation for Casey's General Store #2420, 2699
Rockdale Road. Upon motion the documents were received, filed and approved.
25. Alcohol Compliance Civil Penalty for Alcohol License Holder — Friendly Locust
Mart: City Manager recommending approval of the Acknowledgment/Settlement
Agreement for an alcohol compliance violation for Friendly Locust Mart, 408 West Locust
Street. Upon motion the documents were received, filed and approved.
26. Tobacco Compliance Civil Penalty for Tobacco License Holder — Friendly Locust
Mart: City Manager recommending approval of the Acknowledgement/Settlement
Agreement for a tobacco compliance violation for Friendly Locust Mart, 408 West Locust
Street. Upon motion the documents were received, filed and approved.
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27. Alcohol Compliance Civil Penalty for Alcohol License Holder— Hammerheads Bar
& Billiards: City Manager recommending approval of the Acknowledgment/Settlement
Agreement for an alcohol compliance violation for Hammerheads Bar & Billiards, 2095
Kerper Blvd. Upon motion the documents were received, filed and approved.
28. Tobacco Compliance Civil Penalty for Tobacco License Holder— Kmart #4018
City Manager recommending approval of the Acknowledgement/Settlement
Agreement for a tobacco compliance violation for Kmart#4018, 2600 Dodge Street. Upon
motion the documents were received, filed and approved.
29. Alcohol Compliance Civil Penalty for Alcohol License Holder— Kwik Stop C-Stores:
City Manager recommending approval of the Acknowledgment/Settlement Agreement for
an alcohol compliance violation for Kwik Stop C-Stores, 2335 University Ave. Upon
motion the documents were received, filed and approved.
30. Tobacco Compliance Civil Penalty for Tobacco License Holder — Kwik Stop C-
Stores: City Manager recommending approval of the Acknowledgement/Settlement
Agreement for a tobacco compliance violation for Kwik Stop C-Stores, 2335 University
Ave. Upon motion the documents were received, filed and approved.
31 . Alcohol Compliance Civil Penalty for Alcohol License Holder— Oky Doky#8 Foods:
City Manager recommending approval of the Acknowledgment/Settlement Agreement for
an alcohol compliance violation for Oky Doky #8 Foods, 535 Hill Street. Upon motion the
documents were received, filed and approved.
32. Tobacco Compliance Civil Penalty for Tobacco License Holder — Oky Doky #8
Foods: City Manager recommending approval of the Acknowledgement/Settlement
Agreement for a tobacco compliance violation for Oky Doky #8 Foods, 535 Hill Street.
Upon motion the documents were received, filed and approved.
33. Business License Refund: Request from Europa Cafe of Dubuque for a refund of
the Liquor License No. BW0093983 located at 4031 Pennsylvania Ave. due to business
closing. Upon motion the documents were received, filed and approved.
34. Alcohol License Applications: City Manager recommending approval of annual
beer, liquor and wine licenses as submitted. Upon motion the documents were received
and filed and Resolution No. 173-17 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 Liquor, Beer and Wine Licenses and
Permits was adopted.
ITEMS SET FOR PUBLIC HEARING
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Motion by Lynch to receive and file the documents, adopt the resolutions, set the public
hearings as indicated, and direct the City Clerk to publish notice as prescribed by law.
Seconded by Connors. Motion carried 7-0.
1 . Kerper Boulevard Sanitary Sewer Reconstruction Project Initiate: City Manager
recommending initiation of the public bidding procedure for the Kerper Blvd. Sanitary
Sewer Reconstruction 2017 Project, and further recommends that a public hearing be set
for June 5, 2017. Upon motion the documents were received and filed and Resolution No.
174-17 Preliminary approval of plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimated cost;
setting date of public hearing on plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimated
cost; and ordering the advertisement for bids was adopted setting a public hearing for a
meeting to commence at 6:00 p.m. on June 5, 2017 in the Historic Federal Building.
2. Reallocation of General Obligation Bonds Series 201413: City Manager
recommending setting a public hearing for June 5, 2017, on a proposal to reallocate not-
to-exceed $80,000 of the unspent proceeds of the General Obligation Bond Series 2014B
from the City Hall improvements project to fund the HVAC improvements of the Historic
Federal Building located at 350 West 6th Street. Upon motion the documents were
received and filed and Resolution No. 175-17 Fixing date for a meeting on the proposal
to reallocate certain unspent proceeds of the General Obligation Bonds, Series 20148,
of the City of Dubuque, Iowa, and providing for publication of notice thereof was adopted
setting a public hearing for a meeting to commence at 6:00 p.m. on June 5, 2017 in the
Historic Federal Building.
3. South Pointe Housing Tax Increment Financing Development Agreement: City
Manager recommending that the City Council set a public hearing on the South Pointe
Housing Tax Increment Financing Development Agreement for June 5, 2017. Upon
motion the documents were received and filed and Resolution No. 176-17 Intent to
approve an Agreement between the City of Dubuque and South Pointe, L.L.C. and fixing
the date for a public hearing of the City Council of the City of Dubuque, Iowa on the
proposed reimbursement of South Pointe, L.L.C. for certain infrastructure improvements
as described in the Agreement with Urban Renewal Tax Increment Revenue and
providing for the publication of notice thereof was adopted setting a public hearing for a
meeting to commence at 6:00 p.m. on June 5, 2017 in the Historic Federal Building.
BOARDS/COMMISSIONS
Review of Applications. Applicants were invited to address the City Council regarding
their desire to serve on the following Boards/Commissions.
1 . Civil Service Commission: One, 4-year term through April 6, 2020. (Vacant term of
Takes). Applicants: Phil Baskerville, 2945 Van Buren St. Christian Stillings, 1298 Locust
St. Mr. Stillings spoke in support of his appointment and provided a brief biography.
2. Mechanical and Plumbing Code Board: One, 3-year term through March 16, 2020
(Vacant term of Hillard). Applicant: Dieter Muhlack, 2907 Arabian Trail.
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3. Sister City Relationships Advisory Commission: One, 3-year term through February
1 , 2019 (Vacant term of Phillips). Applicant: Thomas Major, 1725 Lori St.
Appointment was made to the following Board.
4. Electrical Code Board: Two, 3-year terms through May 21 , 2020 (Expiring Terms of
Dixon and Palmer). Applicants: James Dixon, 2505 Marquette PI. Andy Palmer, 1865
Rosemont St. Motion by Lynch to appoint James Dixon and Andy Palmer to 3-year terms
through May 21 , 2010. Seconded by Connors. Motion carried 7-0.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
1 . Rezoning Request - Chaplain Schmitt Island Planned Unit Development (PUD):
Proof of publication on notice of public hearing to consider approval of a request from the
Dubuque Racing Association to rezone Chaplain Schmitt Island and the surrounding
Mississippi River and Peosta Channel from HI Heavy Industrial and CR Commercial
Recreation to Planned Unit Development with a Planned Commercial Designation and
the Zoning Advisory Commission recommending approval subject to electronic signs
complying with existing city-wide regulations for animation.
Dubuque Racing Association Vice President Brian Southwood introduced Landscape
Architect Ryan Peterson of RDG Planning Design who provided a slide presentation
summarizing the design guidelines for the request. Topics included: 1) Introduction, 2)
island brand/built environment, 3) design standards and approvals, 4. built
form/architectural character, 5) public domain (landscaping, furnishings, signs). Mr.
Peterson responded to questions from the City Council about parking island landscaping
and using appropriate styles and materials for outdoor benches. Q Casino President and
Chief Executive Officer Jesus Aviles provided information and spoke in support of the
DRA's request to waive the restrictions on fully animated signage. Planning Services
Manager Laura Carstens provided a staff report. Rick Dickinson, President and CEO of
Greater Dubuque Development Corporation, 205 Hill Street, spoke in favor of the request
to waive signage regulations for animation. Mayor Buol and Council Members Lynch and
Jones disclosed that they serve on the DRA Board of Directors. The City Council
discussed the issues of fully animated signage as they related to the location of the sign
and to the public benefit of the Q Casino.
Motion by Connors to amend the proposed ordinance to include the request by the
DRA for fully animated signage. Seconded by Resnick. City Attorney Brumwell advised
the Council that a super majority vote by the Council is required to vary from the decision
of the Zoning Advisory Commission. Motion carried 7-0.
Motion by Connors 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.
Motion carried 7-0.
Motion by Connors for final consideration and passage of amended Ordinance No. 18-
17 Amending Title 16 of the City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances Unified Development
Code by reclassifying hereinafter described property on Chaplain Schmitt Island and the
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surrounding Mississippi River and Peosta Channel from HI Heavy Industrial and CR
Commercial Recreation District to PUD Planned Unit Development with a PC Planned
Commercial Designation. Seconded by Resnick. Motion carried 7-0.
2. Request to Rezone 175 North Crescent Ridge: Proof of publication on notice of
public hearing to consider approval of a request from Lisa Hammel to rezone property at
175 N. Crescent Ridge from CS Commercial Service to C-3 General Commercial to
accommodate retail sales and services and the Zoning Advisory Commission
recommending approval. Motion by Connors 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. Ms. Hammel, 17094 Chickory St., spoke in support of the request
and responded to questions from the City Council saying that she was unsure about plans
for future signage along Dodge St. Planning Services Manager Laura Carstens provided
a staff report. Motion carried 7-0.
Motion by Connors for final consideration and passage of Ordinance No. 19-17
Amending Title 16 of the City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances, Unified Development
Code, by reclassifying hereinafter described property located at 175 North Crescent
Ridge from CS Commercial Service and Wholesale District to C-3 General Commercial
District. Seconded by Jones. Motion carried 7-0.
3. Request to Rezone Property on Cedar Crest Court: Proof of publication to consider
approval of a request from UFit Properties, LLC to rezone property on Cedar Crest Court
(PIN# 1034251031) from CS Commercial Service to C-3 General Commercial to
accommodate a fitness business and the Zoning Advisory Commission recommending
approval. 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. On behalf of UFit Properties, LLC, Attorney Michael Pagel spoke in support of the
request. Planning Services Manager Laura Carstens provided a staff report. Motion
carried 7-0.
Motion by Jones for final consideration and passage of Ordinance No. 20-17 Amending
Title 16 of the City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances, Unified Development Code, by
reclassifying hereinafter described property located on Cedar Crest Court from CS
Commercial Service and Wholesale District to C-3 General Commercial District.
Seconded by Lynch. Motion carried 7-0.
4. Request to Amend Planned Unit Development (PUD) at 3500 Dodge Street: Proof
of publication on notice of public hearing to consider approval of a request from Chick-
Fil-A / Anchor Sign, 3500 Dodge Street, to amend the Warren Plaza Planned Unit
Development (PUD) to permit a second free- standing sign and the Zoning Advisory
Commission recommending approval. 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 Del Toro. Josh Muckelvaney of Anchor Sign in South Carolina,
and Colby Burnett of Chick-Fil-A Dubuque spoke in support of the request and provided
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additional details. Planning Services Manager Laura Carstens provided a staff report.
Motion carried 7-0.
Motion by Jones for final consideration and passage of Ordinance No. 21-17 Amending
Title 16, the Unified Development Code of the City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances by
rescinding Ordinances 05-79, 43-91 , 26-92, and 94-92 which provide regulations for a
PUD Planned Unit Development District with a Planned Commercial Designation for
Warren Plaza located at 3500 Dodge Street and now being amended to allow for a
revision to the Sign Requirements within the PUD. Seconded by Del Toro. Motion carried
7-0.
5. Request to Amend Planned Unit Development (PUD) at 3465 Asbury Road: Proof
of publication on notice of public hearing to consider approval of a request from DuTrac
Community Credit Union, 3465 Asbury Road, to amend the DuTrac Community Credit
Union PUD to modify screening requirements and the Zoning Advisory Commission
recommending approval. Motion by Connors 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. DuTrac Operations Manager Kim Adams spoke in support of the
request and stated that the only person in opposition has since retracted. Planning
Services Manager Laura Carstens provided a staff report. Motion carried 7-0.
Motion by Connors for final consideration and passage of Ordinance No. 22-17
Amending Title 16, the Unified Development Code of the City of Dubuque Code of
Ordinances by rescinding Ordinance 02-87 which provides regulations for a PUD Planned
Unit Development District with a Planned Commercial Designation for the DuTrac
Community Credit Union located at 3465 Asbury Road and now being amended to allow
for a revision to the screening requirements within the PUD. Seconded by Lynch. Motion
carried 7-0.
6. Reallocation of General Obligation Bond Series 201213: Proof of publication on
notice of public hearing to consider approval of a proposal to reallocate the unspent
proceeds of the General Obligation Bond Series 2012B from the construction,
reconstruction and repair of street, sidewalk and streetscape improvements to fund the
acquisition and improvements of the United States Postal Service parking lot located at
the corner of Locust and 5th Streets; the acquisition, demolition and improvements of
1146 Elm Street; and parking improvements at 300 9th Street. Motion by Lynch to receive
and file the documents and adopt Resolution No. 177-17 Instituting proceedings to take
additional action and approving the reallocation of certain unspent proceeds of the
General Obligation Bonds, Series 20128, of the City of Dubuque, Iowa. Seconded by
Connors. Motion carried 7-0.
7. Fiscal Year 2017 Cured-In-Place Pipe (CIPP) Sanitary Sewer Lining Project: Proof
of publication on notice of public hearing to consider approval of plans, specifications,
form of contract, and estimated cost for the Fiscal Year 2017 Cured-In-Place Pipe (Cl PP)
Sanitary Sewer Lining Project and the City Manager recommending approval. Motion by
Lynch to receive and file the documents and adopt Resolution No. 178-17 Approval of
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plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimated cost for the FY17 Sanitary Sewer
Cured-in-Place Pipe (CIPP) Lining Project. Seconded by Resnick. Motion carried 7-0.
8. Timber Ridge/Rustic Point Water Main Extension Project 2017: Proof of publication
on notice of public hearing to consider approval of plans, specifications, form of contract
and estimated cost for the Timber Ridge/Rustic Point Water Main Extension Project 2017
and the City Manager recommending approval. Motion by Jones to receive and file the
documents and adopt Resolution No. 179-17 Approval of plans, specifications, form of
contract, and estimated cost for the Timber Ridge/Rustic Point Water Main Extension
2017 Project. Seconded by Connors. Motion carried 7-0.
ACTION ITEMS
1 . Flexsteel Industries, Inc.: City Manager recommending Council approval of the
Redevelopment Project Agreement between Flexsteel Industries, Inc., Dubuque
Initiatives and the City of Dubuque; and approval of resolutions setting a public hearing
for June 5, 2017, to consider the Development Agreement between Flexsteel Industries,
Inc. and the City of Dubuque, and the Offer to Buy and Acceptance between Dubuque
County and the City of Dubuque. Press Release from Greater Dubuque Development
Corporation.
Redevelopment Project Agreement: Motion by Jones to receive and file the documents
and adopt Resolution No. 180-17 Approving a Redevelopment Project Agreement by and
among the City of Dubuque, Iowa, Dubuque Initiatives, and Flexsteel Industries, Inc.
Seconded by Connors. Motion carried 7-0.
Development Agreement and Offer to Buy and Acceptance: Motion by Jones to receive
and file the documents and adopt Resolution No. 181-17 Resolution of Intent to approve
a Development Agreement between the City of Dubuque and Flexsteel Industries, Inc.
and fixing the date for a public hearing of the City Council of the City Of Dubuque, Iowa
on the proposed issuance of Urban Renewal Tax Increment Revenue Grant Obligations
and providing for the publication of notice thereof; and Resolution No. 182-17 Resolution
of Intent to dispose of an interest in City of Dubuque real estate pursuant to an offer to
buy and acceptance between the City of Dubuque and Dubuque County, Iowa and fixing
the date for a public hearing and providing for the publication of notice thereof setting a
public hearing for a meeting to commence at 6:00 p.m. on June 5, 2017 in the Historic
Federal Building. Seconded by Lynch. Motion carried 7-0. The City Council thanked all
the staff and partners for their efforts in negotiating the agreements.
2. State of Iowa Application for Business Financial Assistance - Flexsteel Industries,
Inc.: City Manager recommending authorization to submit an Iowa Economic
Development Assistance Application by Flexsteel Industries, Inc. to the Iowa Economic
Development Authority. Motion by Connors to receive and file the documents and adopt
Resolution No. 183-17 Authorizing the filing of an application for State Business Financial
Assistance on behalf of Flexsteel Industries, Inc. Seconded by Del Toro. Motion carried
7-0.
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3. Imagine Dubuque Comprehensive Plan Update and Request for (2)Work Sessions:
City Manager transmitting the third quarterly update for the new Imagine Dubuque
Comprehensive Plan and requests the City Council schedule two work sessions, one on
July 10 and the other on August 28. Motion by Connors tor receive and file the documents,
set the work sessions as recommended and view the presentation. Seconded by Resnick.
Mike Hoffman of Teska and Associates and the City's Associate Planner Dave Johnson
provided a slide presentation. Topics included: Timelines 2016-2017 for community
workshops and events; community outreach and overview of components; interview
groups; promotion; emerging themes; and what's next. Motion carried 7-0.
4. State of Iowa Application for Business Financial Assistance - Wave Reaction, Inc.:
City Manager recommending authorization to submit an Iowa Economic Development
Assistance Application by Wave Reaction, Inc. to the Iowa Economic Development
Authority for the proposed investment of approximately $1 .98 million for the relocation of
its Illinois operations to downtown Dubuque. Motion by Resnick to receive and file the
documents and adopt Resolution No. 184-17 Authorizing the filling of an application for
State Business Financial Assistance on behalf of Wave Reactions, Inc. Seconded by
Connors. Motion carried 7-0.
5. 2017 Asphalt Overlay Project Two Award: City Manager recommending that the
award for the 2017 Asphalt Overlay Access Ramp Project Two to Dan Arensdorf
Construction, Inc. be officially recorded in the minutes of the City Council. Motion by Lynch
to receive and file the documents. Seconded by Connors. Motion carried 7-0.
6. Westside Water System Improvements - Construction Inspection Contract Award:
City Manager recommending authorization to enter into an agreement with IIW, P.C. to
perform construction administration and inspection services associated with the water
main extension to the former Central Iowa Water Association's (CIWA) Vernon Water and
Barrington Lakes water systems. Motion by Connors to receive and file the documents
and approve the recommendation. Seconded by Lynch. Motion carried 7-0.
7. Fundraising and Naming Recognition Policy: City Manager recommending approval
of a Fundraising and Naming Recognition Policy for Major Capital Projects on City Lands
or Under City Jurisdiction. Motion by Connors to receive and file the documents and
approve the recommendation. Seconded by Jones. Motion carried 7-0.
8. Code of Ordinances Amendment - Title 10 Parks and Recreation, Public Ways and
Property related to the Bee Branch Creek Greenway: City Manager recommending
approval of ordinance amendments to address the addition of the Bee Branch Creek
Greenway. 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
Connors. Leisure Services Manager Marie Ware and City Attorney Brumwell responded
to questions from the City Council about skateboards and non-motorized vehicles and the
efforts taken to prevent damage to the property as well as what defines something as
non-motorized. Motion carried 7-0.
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Motion by Jones for final consideration and passage of Ordinance No. 23-17 Amending
City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances Title 10 Public Ways and Property, Chapter 5 Parks
and Recreation, Article B Use Regulations, Sections 10-513-2 Intoxicating Beverages, 10-
56-4 Dogs, Cats and Other Domestic Animals, 10-513-5 Walking on Grass, 10-513-7
Interfering with Animals, 10-513-16 Meetings and Gatherings, 10-513-20 Compliance with
Motor Vehicle Laws, Ordinances, 10-513-21 Removal of Unattended Vehicles Left After
Closing Hours, 10-513-22 Open Season and Hours Generally; Article C Specific Parks,
Open Spaces and Trails, Section 10-5C-1 Specific Park Areas, Open Spaces, and Trails
Described; and Amending Article B Use Regulations by Adding Sections 10-513-23
Watersports, Swimming, and Wading and 10-513-24 Prohibited Activities, Signage; and
Ordinance No. 24-17 Amending City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances Title 10 Public
Ways and Property, Chapter 7 Boats and Waterfront Structures, Section 10-7-13
Activities Prohibited. Seconded by Connors. Motion carried 7-0.
9. Request to Reschedule July 3, 2017 Regular City Council Meeting: Mayor Buol
submitting a request to reschedule the regular City Council meeting of Monday, July 3,
2017 to Wednesday, July 5, 2017 at 6:00 p.m. Motion by Connors to receive and file the
documents and reschedule the meeting as requested. Seconded by Resnick. Motion
carried 7-0.
10. Bee Branch Creek Grand Opening: City Manager providing save-the-date
information for the ribbon cutting and grand opening of the Bee Branch Creek on
Wednesday, July 19, 2017 at the Bee Branch Amphitheater. Motion by Connors to receive
and file the documents. Seconded by Resnick. Motion carried 7-0.
COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS
Mayor Buol, on behalf of the City Council and staff, congratulated and thanked
Assistant City Manager Cindy Steinhauser. This is her last meeting as she prepares for
her new position as City Manager in Frankfort, Kentucky.
Council Member Connors reported on doing presentations and tours with several local
Boy Scout Troop members who earn a new badge for meeting with elected officials.
There being no further business, upon motion the City Council adjourned at 8:25 p.m.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, CMC
City Clerk
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