Minutes_City Council Proceedings 7 15 19 Copyrighted
August 5, 2019
City of Dubuque Consent Items # 1.
ITEM TITLE: Minutes and Reports Submitted
SUMMARY: City Council Proceedings of 7/15, 7/16; Civil Service
Commission of 7/22; Community Development Advisory
Commission of 6/19; Library Board of Trustees Council
Update#184 of 7/25; Proof of Publication for City Council
Proceedings of 7/1, 7/15, 7/16; Proof of Publication for List
of Claims and Summary of Revenues for Month Ending
6/30.
SUGGESTED DISPOSITION: Suggested Disposition: Receive and File
ATTACHMENTS:
Description Type
City Council Proceedings of 7/15/19 Supporting Documentation
City Council Proceedings of 7/16/19 Supporting Documentation
Civil Service Commission Minutes of 7/22/19 Supporting Documentation
Community De�lopmentAdvisory Commission Minutes Supporting Documentation
of 6/19/19
Library Board of Trustees CC Update#184 of 7/25/19 Supporting Documentation
Proof of Publication - City Council Proceedings for Supporting Documentation
7/1/19
Proof of Publication for City Council Proceedings of Supporting Documentation
7/15/19
Proof of Publication for City Council Proceedings of Supporting Documentation
7/16/19
Proof of Publication for List of Claims/Summary of Supporting Documentation
Revenues for Month Ending 6/30/19
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
SPECIAL SESSION
The Dubuque City Council met in special session at 530 p.m. on July 15, 2019 in the
second-floor Council Chambers of the Historic Federal Building, 350 W. 6�h Street.
Present: Mayor Buol; Council Members Del Toro, Jones, Larson, Resnick, Rios, Shaw;
City Manager Van Milligen, City Attorney Brumwell
Mayor Buol read the call and stated this is a special session of the City Council called
for the purpose of conducting a work session on Chaplain Schmitt Island Veteran's Plaza
Project.
Prior to the work session and regular meeting, the Dubuque Fire Department had the
new fire engine on display on 6�h Street.
WORK SESSION
Chaplain Schmitt Island Veteran's Plaza Project.
Chaplain Schmitt Island Task Force members Gary Dolphin and Kevin Lynch along
with Ryan Peterson of RDG Planning and Design and Mike Shimkus of WHKS & Co.
conducted the work session. Topics included:
1 . Background
. Partners and Task Force Members
. State/City/County financial investments/charitable donations since 1985
2. DRA - City Relationship
. Funding process and recent projects funded (Mystique Ice Center,
Firefighters facility, Crescent Community Health Center, Dubuque Community
Schools, Steeple Square, Veterans Memorial Plaza, Port of Dubuque, 30
parks
3. Island Vision
. Planning Efforts, Imagine Dubuque; Chaplain Schmitt Island Master Plan,
placemaking and Implementation; community vision; tourism market, Vision
and Mission statements
. Prioritization timelines and objectives: Veterans Memorial Improvements, E.
16�h St. Bridge & gateway, Traffic Study, E. 16�h St./Sheehy Dr. intersection
redevelopment / roundabout, Amphitheatre
4. Roadmap & next steps
. Implementation timeline
. Prioritization
. Call to action: prioritize and fund planning, design, become "shovel-ready"
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. Invitation to Council to tour the Island with the Task Force
. Include priority projects with the Council's goal setting this year.
The presenters responded to questions from the City Council following the
presentation. With respect to the E. 16�h St. Bridge, they stated that while the bridge is
currently safe, additional pedestrian safety improvements could be considered with IDOT
involvement.
There being no further business, the City Council adjourned at 5:59 p.m.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, CMC
City Clerk
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CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
REGULAR SESSION
The Dubuque City Council met in regular session at 6:00 p.m. July 15, 2019 in the
second-floor Council Chambers of the Historic Federal Building, 350 W. 6�h Street.
Present: Mayor Buol; Council Members Del Toro, Jones, Larson, Resnick, Rios, Shaw;
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
PRESENTATION(S)
1 . All-America City Presentation: Assistant City Manager Cori Burbach and members
of the All-America City delegation presented the City Council with the National Civic
League All-America City Award for 2019.
PROCLAMATION(S)
1 . Dubuque County Fair Week (July 23-28, 2019) was accepted by Fair General
Manager Kevin Koch and Board Member Tony Steffen.
2. Abraham Lincoln Day (July 17, 2019) was accepted by historian John Pregler, 1525
Pego Ct.
CONSENTITEMS
Motion by Resnick to receive and file the documents, adopt the resolutions, and
dispose of as indicated. Seconded by Del Toro. Council Member Shaw requested #14 be
held for separate discussion. Council Members Resnick requested #19 be held for
separate discussion. Motion carried 7-0.
1 . Minutes and Reports Submitted: Arts and Cultural Affairs Advisory Commission of
4/23, 5/28; Building Code Board of Appeals of 6/18; City Council Proceedings of 7/1 ; Civil
Service Commission of 6/5, 7/2; Historic Preservation Commission of 6/20; Housing
Commission of 6/25; Library Board of Trustees of 5/23, and Council Update #184 of 6/27;
Long Range Planning Advisory Commission of 6/19; Mechanical and Plumbing Board of
5/29; Zoning Advisory Commission of 7/2; Zoning Board of Adjustment of 6/27; Proof of
Publication for City Council Proceedings of 6/17. Upon motion the documents were
received and filed.
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2. Notice of Claims and Suits: Steve Lange for property damage; suit by Abigail Simon
vs. City of Dubuque / Mark Dalsing. 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 lowa, the agent for the lowa Communities
Assurance Pool: Steve Lange for property damage, Garry and Julie Redman for property
damage. Upon motion the documents were received, filed, and concurred.
4. Approval of City Expenditures: City Manager recommended Council approval for
payment of City expenditures. Upon motion the documents were received and filed, and
Resolution No. 252-19 Authorizing the Finance Director-City Treasurer to make certain
payments of bills that must be paid and approved for payment in accordance with City
procedures was adopted.
5. New Art on the River Exhibit Opening: City Manager providing information for the
2019-2020 Art on the River exhibit opening event from 5:00-730 p.m. on August 2, 2019,
on the Grand River Center Terrace. Upon motion the documents were received and filed.
6. Depository Resolution Change for MidWestOne Bank: City Manager recommended
approval of a resolution that changes American Trust & Savings Bank to MidWestOne
Bank as an authorized depository institution for the City of Dubuque. Upon motion the
documents were received and filed, and Resolution No. 253-19 Naming Depositories was
adopted.
7. Purchase of Services Grant Agreement for Fiscal Year 2019 with ZTM Sober Living,
LLC: City Manager recommended execution of the attached Purchase of Services Grant
Agreement with ZTM Sober Living, LLC for Fiscal Year 2019 to provide funding for startup
costs. Upon motion the documents were received, filed and approved.
8. lowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) Second Amendment to Contract with
Rockfarm Holdings, Inc.: City Manager recommended approval of a resolution authorizing
a Second Contract Amendment to the Contract between and among the lowa Economic
Development Authority (IEDA), Rockfarm Holdings, Inc. and the City of Dubuque for
financial benefits for Rockfarm Holdings, Inc. Upon motion the documents were received
and filed, and Resolution No. 254-19 Approving a Second Contract Amendment to the
Economic Development Financial Assistance Contract by and among Rockfarm
Holdings, Inc., the City of Dubuque, and the lowa Economic Development Authority was
adopted.
9. Clean Water Awareness and Education Campaign Grant for the Bee Branch
Watershed Beekeepers Campaign: City Manager recommended approval of an
application to the lowa Department of Natural Resources for a Clean Water Awareness
and Education Campaign Grant to launch the Bee Branch Watershed Beekeepers
Program. Upon motion the documents were received and filed, and Resolution No. 255-
19 Authorizing a Clean Water Awareness and Education Campaign Grant application to
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the lowa Department of Natural Resources for the Bee Branch Beekeepers Campaign
was adopted.
10. lowa Department of Transportation (IDOT) Local Primary Highway Maintenance
Supplemental Agreements: City Manager recommended approval of several lowa
Department of Transportation Supplemental Agreements for Local Primary Highway
Maintenance, Pavement Markings, Julien Dubuque Bridge Sidewalk Maintenance, Street
Sweeping Maintenance and Traffic Signal Maintenance between the lowa Department of
Transportation and the City of Dubuque. Upon motion the documents were received, filed
and approved.
11 . Bee Branch Gate and Pump Station Replacement Project - IIW, P.C. Engineering
Services Agreement: City Manager recommended that the City enter into an agreement
with IIW, P.C. for design and engineering services for the Bee Branch Flood Control
Pumping Station Gate and Pump Replacement Project. Upon motion the documents were
received, filed and approved.
12. English Ridge Subdivision Acceptance of Storm Water Detention Facility
Improvements: City Manager recommended acceptance of the public storm water
detention facility improvements that the developer, English Ridge LLC, has recently
completed in English Ridge Subdivision. Upon motion the documents were received and
filed, and Resolution No. 256-19 Accepting Public Storm Water Detention Facility
Improvements in English Ridge Subdivision in the City of Dubuque, lowa was adopted.
13. Vacant and Abandoned Buildings and Problem Property Assessments: City
Manager recommended approval of a resolution authorizing the City Clerk to certify
problem property charges to the Dubuque County Treasurer that establishes real property
liens for collection of such charges. Upon motion the documents were received and filed,
and Resolution No. 257-19 Authorizing the City to collect Delinquent Problem Property
Charges in accordance with 14-1J1 International Property Maintenance Code Section
106.5 and/or Section 109.5 Code of Ordinances of the City of Dubuque, lowa was
adopted.
14. Representative Chuck Isenhart Correspondence: City Manager recommended that
the correspondence from Representative Chuck Isenhart proposing an agreement with
the City of Dubuque for Dubuque County to own, develop and maintain Roosevelt Park
be considered at the City Council Goal Setting August 12-14, 2019. Motion by Shaw to
receive and file the documents. Seconded by Resnick. Council Member Shaw expressed
his support for the recommendation noting that he had visited the park and felt its
diminished condition warranted discussion. Motion carried 7-0.
15. Proceedings to Complete Action on $4,400,000 Water Revenue Capital Loan
Notes Series 2019 (State Revolving Fund Loan): City Manager recommended approval
of the suggested proceedings to complete action required on the $4,400,000 Water
Revenue Capital Loan Notes Series 2019, and approving the Loan and Disbursement
Agreement for the Roosevelt Water Tower and Eagle Point Park Treatment Plant and
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Water Distribution Improvements. Upon motion the documents were received and filed,
and Resolution No. 258-19 Series Resolution Authorizing and providing for the issuance
and securing the payment of$4,400,000 Water Revenue Capital Loan Notes, Series 2019
by the City of Dubuque, lowa under the provisions of Chapter 384 of the Code of lowa,
providing for a method of payment thereof, approving Loan and Disbursement
Agreement, and other related matters was adopted.
16. Civil Service Commission - Certified List: Civil Service Commission submitting the
Certified List for the position of Civil Engineer I. Upon motion the documents were
received, filed and made a Matter of Record.
17. Liberty Recovery Community - Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
Agreement for 2216 White Street: City Manager recommended approval of the Fiscal
Year 2019 Community Development Block Grant contract for Liberty Recovery
Community for the acquisition of the building at 2216 White Street for rehabilitation of the
property to be used as a facility serving low- and moderate-income residents undergoing
substance use treatment. Upon motion the documents were received, filed and approved.
18. CSB Consulting Company - Community Development Block Grant Agreement
(CDBG) for 1838 Central Avenue: City Manager recommended approval of a FY 2019
Community Development Block Grant contract with CSB Consulting Company that
provides for the renovation of three vacant apartments into three, 2-bedroom affordable
rentals for low- to moderate-income families for a period of ten years accepting Housing
Choice Voucher participants. Upon motion the documents were received, filed and
approved.
19. Amended and Restated Restrictive Covenant for 1849 Jackson Street: City
Manager recommended approval of a resolution amending and restating the single-family
residence covenant for 1849 Jackson Street, reducing the time on the covenant from 21
years to 5 years. Motion by Resnick to received and file the documents and adopt
Resolution No. 259-19 Approving an Amended and Restated Single-Family Residence
Covenant for the property at 1849 Jackson Street, Dubuque, lowa. Seconded by Jones.
Council Member Resnick questioned whether this action was changing or establishing a
procedure. City Manager Van Milligen stated that this is an exception as the property's
loft style is very unique and that the change would make the property more saleable. He
added that the City's and CHI's rehabilitation program has been greatly successful.
Motion carried 7-0.
20. Storm Drain Mural Pilot Project: City Manager recommended approval of a City of
Dubuque Storm Drain Mural Pilot Project in the Bee Branch Watershed to help educate
the public of the direct connection between storm drains and local water quality. Upon
motion the documents were received and filed, and Resolution No. 260-19 Authorizing a
City of Dubuque Storm Drain Mural Pilot Project in the Bee Branch Watershed was
adopted.
21 . Signed Contract(s): Alliant Energy / Interstate Power & Light Company Electric
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Services Contracts for the Water & Resource Recover Center (W&RRC). Upon motion
the documents were received and filed.
22. Improvement Contracts / Performance, Payment and Maintenance Bonds: Mathy
Construction Company d/b/a River City Paving for the US52 - Central Avenue (9th-12th
Streets) HMA Pavement Milling and Resurtacing Project; McDermott Excavating for the
15 South Main Street Site Utility Disconnect Project; SELCO, Inc. for the 2019 Pavement
Marking Project. Upon motion the documents were received, filed and approved.
23. Alcohol License Applications: City Manager recommended approval of annual
beer, liquor and wine licenses as submitted. Upon motion the documents were received
and filed, and Resolution No. 261-19 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
Motion by Shaw 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 Larson. Motion carried 7-0.
1 . Dupaco Voices, LLC Mutual Easement Agreement: City Manager recommended
that the City Council schedule a public hearing for August 5, 2019 on the dispositions of
the City's interest in property related to Dupaco Voices, LLC by Grants of Easements as
provided in a Mutual Easement Agreement. Upon motion the documents were received
and filed and Resolution No. 262-19 Intent to approve a Mutual Easement Agreement
which provides for the disposal of an interest in City of Dubuque-owned real estate by
grant of easement to Dupaco Voices, LLC was adopted setting a public hearing for a
meeting to commence at 6:00 p.m. on August 5, 2019 in the Historic Federal Building.
2. Eagle Point Park Environmental Restoration Project Phase 1 - Turf Conversion and
Soil Quality Restoration: City Manager recommended initiation of the bidding procedure
for Phase 1 Turt Conversion and Soil Quality Restoration to begin construction work
implementing the Eagle Point Park Environmental Restoration Management Plan, and
further recommend that a public hearing be set for August 5, 2019. Upon motion the
documents were received and filed, and Resolution No. 263-19 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 August 5, 2019 in the Historic Federal Building.
BOARDS/COMMISSIONS
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Applicants were invited to address the City Council regarding their desire to serve on
the following Boards/Commissions. Applicant appointments will be made at the next
City Council meeting.
1 . Housing Commission: One, 3-Year term through August 17, 2022 (Vacant term of
Babinat). Applicant: David Wall, 1710 YZ White St. [Mr. Wall submitted a letter of support
to the City Council.]
Appointments were made to the following Boards/Commissions
2. Arts and Cultural Affairs Advisory Commission: One, 3-Year term through June 30,
2022 (Vacant term of Armstrong). Applicant: Nicholas Halder, 876 S. Grand Ave. Motion
by Jones to appoint Mr. Halder to the 3-year term through June 30, 2022. Seconded by
Resnick. Motion carried 7-0.
Motion by Resnick to appoint the following applicants to the respective terms.
Seconded by Shaw. Motion carried 7-0.
3. Electrical Code Board: One, 3-Year term through May 21 , 2021 (Vacant term of
Nebel Jr.). Applicant: Eric Trausch, 1290 Kelly Ln. Upon motion Mr. Trausch was
appointed to a 3-year term through May 21 , 2021 .
4. Housing Trust Fund Advisory Committee: One, 3-Yearterm through August 17, 2021
(Vacant term of Hingtgen). Applicant: Michelle Becwar, 2115 Coates St. Upon motion Ms.
Becwar was appointed to a 3-year term through August 17, 2021 .
5. Resilient Community Advisory Commission: One, 3-Year terms through June 30,
2022 (Expiring term of Kohlhaas). Applicant: Jacob Kohlhaas, 1125 Richards Rd. Upon
motion, Mr. Kohlhaas was appointed to a 3-year term through June 30, 2022.
6. Zoning Board of Adjustment: One, 5-Year term through March 25, 2024 (Vacant
term of Pope). Applicant: Gwen Kosel, 455 South Grandview Ave. Upon motion, Ms.
Kosel was appointed to a 5-year term through March 25, 2024.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
1 . Historic Millwork District Planned Unit Development (PUD) Amendment for 10th
Street and Central Avenue: Proof of publication on notice of public hearing to consider
approval of a request from John Gronen to amend the Historic Millwork District Planned
Unit Development (PUD) at 902 & 990 White Street to allow for the removal of the
Quonset hut located at 902 White Street and to install a surtace parking lot at 902 & 990
White Street, and the Zoning Advisory Commission recommended 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. Mr. Gronen
was present in the Chambers. Planning Services Manager Laura Carstens provided a
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staff report and responded to questions from the City Council regarding the review
process for potential impacts, historic issues and links to federal funding. Motion carried
7-0.
Motion by Jones for final consideration and passage of Ordinance No. 30-19 Amending
Title 16, the Unified Development Code of the City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances by
rescinding Ordinance 13-18 Which Provides Regulations for a PUD Planned Unit
Development District with a Planned Commercial Designation for the Historic Millwork
District PUD and now being amended to allow the removal of the Quonset Hut at 902
White Street and the installation of a new surface parking lot at 902 and 990 White Street.
Seconded by Del Toro. Motion carried 7-0.
2. Request to Rezone Property at 4304 Peru Road: Proof of publication on notice of
public hearing to consider approval of a request by Thad M. Strub to rezone property at
4304 Peru Road from R-1 Single-Family Residential Zoning District to AG Agricultural
Zoning District, and the Zoning Advisory Commission recommended approval with the
condition that no livestock be allowed on the property. Motion by Larson 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 Jones. Mr. Strub was present in the Chambers.
Planning Services Manager Laura Carstens provided a staff report and clarified the
livestock definition and how the prohibition would adhere to future property owners unless
an amendment is sought at the time. Motion carried 7-0.
Motion by Larson for final consideration and passage of Ordinance No. 31-19
Amending Title 16 of the City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances, Unified Development
Code, by reclassifying hereinafter described property located at 4304 Peru Road from R-
1 Single-Family Residential District to AG Agricultural District. Seconded by Del Toro.
Motion carried 7-0.
3. Vacate Public Utility Easements for Plaza Court / 1590 Curtis Street: Proof of
publication on notice of public hearing to consider disposal of a public utility easement
across a portion of Lot 3 of Plaza Court, common address 1590 Curtis Street, and the
City Manager recommended approval. Motion by Jones to receive and file the documents
and adopt Resolution No. 264-19 Disposing of property by vacating City interest in Utility
Easements located on Lot 3 of Plaza Court in the City of Dubuque, lowa. Seconded by
Resnick. Motion carried 7-0.
4. Chaplain Schmitt Veteran's Memorial Site Improvements Project: Proof of
publication on notice of public hearing to consider approval of plans, specifications, form
of contract, and estimated cost for the Chaplain Schmitt Veteran's Memorial Site
Improvements Project, and the City Manager recommended approval. Motion by Jones
to receive and file the documents and adopt Resolution No. 265-19 Approval of plans,
specifications, form of contract, and estimated cost for the Chaplain Schmitt Veteran's
Memorial Project. Seconded by Del Toro. Motion carried 7-0.
5. Chavenelle Road Hike/Bike Trail Phase I: Proof of publication on notice of public
hearing to consider approval of plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimated cost
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of the Chavenelle Road Hike-Bike Trail Phase 1 Project, and the City Manager
recommended approval. Motion by Del Toro to receive and file the documents and adopt
Resolution No. 266-19 Approval of plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimated
cost for the Chaplin Schmitt Veteran's Memorial Project. Seconded by Jones. Rob
McDonald, President/CEO of AY McDonald Manufacturing, 4800 Chavenelle Rd.; and
AY McDonald employee Charles Piekenbrock stated that they had concerns with how the
2020 reconstruction of Chavenelle Rd. (NW Arterial to Seippel Rd.) could narrow the road
to three lanes to allow forthe trail. Mr. McDonald stated that businesses Metrix, IWI, Hartig
Drug, Theisen's, and IWI Motor Parts all expressed the same concerns. Responding to
questions from the City Council, City Engineering stated that this phase of the trail project
is for the section of Chavenelle Rd. from Seippel Rd. to Radford Rd. The future trail should
not impact the reconstruction of the east end of Chavenelle Rd. from the NW Arterial to
Radford Rd. The department will review concerns for that project prior to Council
approval. Motion carried 7-0.
ACTION ITEMS
1 . Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) Certificate of Achievement for
Excellence in Reporting for Fiscal Year 2018: City Manager is transmitting the notification
of the City of Dubuque receiving the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA)
Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for the 31 st consecutive
year for the Fiscal Year 2018 Budget. Motion by Jones to receive and file the documents.
Seconded by Resnick. Motion carried 7-0.
2. Impact of Budget and Property Tax Legislation from lowa Senate File 634: Director
of Finance and Budget Jennifer Larson gave a presentation on the impact that Senate
File 634 will have on the City of Dubuque's budget. Topics included a change in the
budget certification and citizen protest deadlines; a required resolution of maximum
property tax dollars and associated requirements; review of notice of public hearing
requirements; impact to budget calendar; and impact to assessor. Ms. Larson responded
to questions from the City Council regarding the two-thirds vote for passage of the budget
and options should the budget exceed or not meet the maximum cap. Motion carried 7-
0.
3. lowa Economic Development Administration (IEDA) application for Crown Holdings,
Inc.: City Manager recommended that the City Council adopt a resolution approving the
lowa Economic Development Authority Business Financial Assistance Application on
behalf of Crown Holdings, Inc. and Subsidiaries to establish operations in the City of
Dubuque through a lease of an existing building owned by the Hodge Companies in
Dubuque Industrial Center West. Motion by Resnick to receive and file the documents
and adopt Resolution No. 267-19 Authorizing the filing of an application for State
Business Financial Assistance on behalf of Crown Holdings, Inc. and subsidiaries.
Seconded by Jones. At the request of the City Council, Rick Dickinson, President/CEO
of Greater Dubuque Development Corporation, 900 Jackson St., stated that this is a great
project that provides great jobs while using existing buildings and demonstrated
cooperation between business. Mr. Dickinson thanked the Hodge Company. Motion
carried 6-0 with Shaw abstaining for conflict of interest stating that he is an employee for
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John Deere which is a party to the action.
4. Nomination of Eagle Point Park as a City Landmark Site (second and final reading):
City Manager recommended approval of the nomination filed by the City of Dubuque and
adoption of an ordinance designating Eagle Point Park as a City Landmark Site. Motion
by Larson 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. Motion carried
7-0.
Motion by Larson for final consideration and passage of Ordinance No. 32-19
Amending Title 16 Unified Development Code, Chapter 10 Historic Preservation of the
City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances by adding Eagle Point Park as a Landmark Site.
Seconded by Del Toro. Motion carried 7-0.
5. Code of Ordinances Amendment - Title 2 Community Development Advisory
Commission (second and final reading): City Manager recommended approval of an
ordinance which adds a new Title 2, Chapter 5, Article C which establishes the
Community Development Advisory Commission and provides for the powers, operation,
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 Resnick. Motion carried 7-0.
Motion by Jones for final consideration and passage of Ordinance No. 33-19 Amending
City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances Title 2 Boards and Commissions, Chapter 5
Housing Agency and Community Development Commissions by repealing Article C
Community Development Advisory Commission and adopting a new Article C Community
Development Advisory Commission in lieu thereof establishing the Community
Development Advisory Commission and providing for the powers, operation,
membership, and meetings. Seconded by Resnick. Motion carried 7-0.
6. Request for Proposal - Climate Action Plan Consultant: City Manager recommended
approval of the selection of Pale Blue Dot as the consultant to undertake the City of
Dubuque Climate Action Plan Update. Motion by Del Toro to receive and file the
documents and approve the recommendation. Seconded by Larson. Motion carried 7-0.
7. Request for Proposals for Equitable Poverty Prevention Plan: City Manager
recommended approval of a Request for Proposals for a consultant to help create an
Equitable Poverty Prevention Plan with an implementation strategy for the Dubuque
Community. Motion by Larson to receive and file the documents and approve the
recommendation. Seconded by Jones. Motion carried 7-0.
8. Recommendation for Jule Transit Bus Purchase: City Manager recommended the
purchase of four new Gilligs buses as an alternative to the recent Request for Proposal
for nine remanufactured buses. It is further recommended to apply for a grant this year to
secure funds to replace the remaining five buses. Motion by Jones to receive and file the
documents and approve the recommendation. Seconded by Resnick. Motion carried 7-0.
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9. May 2019 Unemployment Rate for the Country's Metropolitan Statistical Areas: City
Manager providing information for the May 2019 unemployment rate for the 389
metropolitan statistical areas (MSA) across the country. Motion by Jones to receive and
file the documents. Seconded by Larson. Motion carried 7-0.
10. Bee Branch Creek Railroad Culvert Groundbreaking: City Manager transmitting
information regarding the Bee Branch Creek Railroad Culvert Groundbreaking scheduled
at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, August 8, at the Lower Bee Branch Creek Trail end north of E.
16th Street. Motion by Larson to receive and file the documents. Seconded by Jones. No
schedule conflicts were noted. Motion carried 7-0.
COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS
Council Member Resnick reported on hearing from a student returning to live in
Dubuque and how thrilled the former student was with the look of Dubuque. Mr. Resnick
congratulated all other students who have returned to live in Dubuque.
CLOSED SESSION
Motion by Jones to convene in closed session at 7:52 p.m. to discuss Pending
Litigation and Real Estate Transfer Negotiations pursuant to Chapter 21 .5(1)(c), -Q) Code
of lowa. Seconded by Resnick. Mayor Buol stated for the record that the attorney who will
consult with City Council on the issues to be discussed in the closed session is City
Attorney Crenna Brumwell. Motion carried 7-0.
Upon motion, the City Council reconvened in open session at 8:23 p.m. stating that
staff had been given proper direction.
There being no further business, upon motion the City Council adjourned at 824 p.m.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl, CMC
City Clerk
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