2 4 20 City Clerk's Skeleton Notes and Meeting CallsCITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
SPECIAL SESSION
The Dubuque City Council met in special session at 5:30 p.m. on February 4, 2020 in
the second -floor Council Chambers of the Historic Federal Building, 350 W. 6th Street.
present: Mayor Buol; Council Members Cavaftagh, Jones, Renick, Roussell, Shaw,
rank; City Manager Vat911,illigen, City Attorne rumwell
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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 Imagine Dubuque Implementation
Update.
WORK SESSION
Imagine Dubuque Implementation Update.
1. City staff will conduct a work session with the City Council on Imagine Dubuque
20920: A Call to Action, Comprehensive Plan Implementation Update.
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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. on February 4, 2020 in
the second -floor Counc' Chambers of the Historic Federal Building, 350 W. 6th Street.
,Present: Mayor uol; Council Members Ca4anagh, Jo‘Resnick, s, Resnick, Roussell, Shaw,
,Sprank; City Managers Milligen, City Attorn .rumweli
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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)
1. Kiwanis Club of Dubuque 100th Anniversary Da (February 14, 2020)
On behalf of the Kiwanis Club of Dubuque.
2. Military Chaplains Day (February 16, 2020)
On behalf of the Dubuque American Legion Post #6.
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CONSENT ITEMS
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1. Minutes and Reports Submitted
City Council proceedings of 1/21, 1/26, 1/27, 1/28; Library Board of Trustees Council
Update#194 of 1/23; Proof of Publication for City Council proceedings of 1/6.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File
2. Notice of Claims and Suits
Jessi Brokus for vehicle damage; Ronald Cathey for vehicle damage, Greg Howell for
vehicle damage; Kaitlin Kellogg for vehicle damage; Kelsey Meyer for vehicle damage;
William Leibfried for vehicle damage.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Refer to 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: Jessie Brokus
for vehicle damage; Greg Howell for vehicle damage; Kaitlin Kellogg for vehicle
damage; and William Leibfried for vehicle damage.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Concur
4. Approval of City Expenditures
City Manager recommending City Council approval for payment of City expenditures.
RESOLUTION 34-20 Authorizing the Director of Finance and Budget/City Treasurer to
make certain payments of bills that must be paid and approved for payment in
accordance with City procedures
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
5. Quarterly Investment Report
City Manager transmitting the Quarterly Investment Report for the quarter ending
December 31, 2019.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File
6. Gaining Opportunities Brochure
City Manager providing a copy of the City of Dubuque's Housing and Community
Development Department's Gaining Opportunities public information brochure.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File
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7. Population by County - 2018 Estimate Map
City Manager providing a copy of the Population by County 2018 Estimate from the U.S.
Census Bureau and Legislative Services Agency.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File
8. East Central Intergovernmental Association's (ECIA) Fiscal Year 2019 Annual
Report of Activities
City Manager providing a copy of the East Central Intergovernmental Association's
Fiscal Year 2019 Report of Activities.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File
9. Consulting Services for Geodetic Control Network Update and Aerial
Photography Project
City Manager recommending approval of the selection of Dan Corbin, Inc. for the
Geodetic Control Network Update and Aerial Photography Project and requests that the
City Manager be authorized to negotiate and execute a contract with Dan Corbin, Inc.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
10. Delinquent Grass, Weed Cutting and Garbage Collection Accounts (Housing
Department)
City Manager recommending adoption of a resolution authorizing the City Clerk to
certify grass and weed cutting and garbage collection charges to the Dubuque County
Treasurer in order to establish real property liens for collection of such charges.
RESOLUTION 35-20Authorizing the City to collect Delinquent Grass and Weed Cutting
and Garbage Collection Charges in accordance with Title 6-4-3A and Title 6-8-2 of the
Code of Ordinances of the City of Dubuque, Iowa
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
11. ITC Midwest, LLC Agreement
Senior Counsel recommending adoption of a resolution approving the Agreement
authorizing ITC Midwest, LLC to operate an electric transmission system in the City of
Dubuque.
RESOLUTION 36-20 Approving an Agreement between the City of Dubuque and ITC
Midwest, LLC to operate an Electric Transmission System in the City of Dubuque
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
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12. Alcohol and Tobacco License Applications
City Manager recommending approval of annual liquor, beer, wine and tobacco license
applications as submitted.
RESOLUTION 37-20 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
RESOLUTION 38-20 Approving applications for retail cigarette/tobacco
sales/nicotine/vapor permits, as required by Iowa Code Chapter 453A.47A
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
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ITEMS SET FOR PUBLIC HEARING
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1. Vacate of Sanitary Sewer Utility Easement Over Silvia Property in Timber-Hyrst
Estates #5
2. North Cascade Road Reconstruction Project Phase 1 - Bridge over Catfish
Creek to Edval Lane
3. Viking River Cruises Riverfront Docking Agreement
4. Amending the Radford Road Urban Revitalization Area Plan
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1. Vacate of Sanitary Sewer Utility Easement Over Silvia Property in Timber-Hyrst
Estates #5
City Manager recommending that the City Council set a public hearing for February 17,
2020, to vacate a Sanitary Sewer Utility Easement across Part of Lot 64 in Timber-Hyrst
Estates #5 owned by Lori E. and Brian A. Silvia.
RESOLUTION 39-20 Resolution of Intent to vacate and dispose of City Interest in a
Sanitary Sewer Utility Easement over and across Lot 64 in Timber-Hyrst Estate #5 in
the City of Dubuque, Iowa
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s), Set Public Hearing for
February 17, 2020
2. North Cascade Road Reconstruction Project Phase 1 - Bridge over Catfish
Creek to Edval Lane
City Manager recommending initiation of the public bidding procedure through the Iowa
Department of Transportation for the North Cascade Road Reconstruction Project -
Phase 1 — Bridge Over Catfish Creek to Edval Lane, and further recommends that a
public hearing be set for February 17, 2020.
RESOLUTION 40-20 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
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s), Set Public Hearing for
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3. Viking River Cruises Riverfront Docking Agreement
City Manager recommending that the City Council set a public hearing for February 17,
2020, on the proposed 20-year Viking River Cruises Riverfront Docking Agreement and
the associated expansion of the Port of Dubuque Riverfront Docking facilities.
RESOLUTION 41-20 Setting date of public hearing on the Viking USA, LLC - Riverfront
Docking Agreement
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s), Set Public Hearing for
February 17, 2020
4. Amending the Radford Road Urban Revitalization Area Plan
City Manager recommending the City Council set a public hearing for February 17,
2020, on the Amended Radford Road Urban Revitalization Plan.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Set Public Hearing for February 17, 2020
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BOARDS/COMMISSIONS
Applications were reviewed for the following Boards and Commission
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. Zoning Advisory Commission - REVIEW
One, 3-Year term through July 1, 2020 (Expired term of Norton)
Applicant: Pat Norton, 920 Valentine Dr.
This commission is subject to the State of Iowa Gender Balance Law. Seven
Commissioners total; currently 2 males/3 females/ 2 openings
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Appointments were made to the following Boards/Commissions.
2. Catfish Creek Watershed Management Authority - APPOINTMENT
One, 4-Year term through July 16, 2020 (Vacant term of Patten)
Applicant: Jared McGovern, 360 South Grandview Ave.
3. Community Development Advisory Commission - APPOINTMENT
Three 3-Year terms through February 15, 2023
(Expiring At -Large term of Dalton, Expiring LMI-area term of Hammel, Vacant LMI-area
term of Burley)
Applicants:
1. Hilary Dalton, 1629 Washington St. (Qualifies for At -Large and LMI Area Rep.)
2. Kelly Fox, 838 Althauser St. (Qualifies for At -Large and LMI Area Rep.)
3. Gerald Hammel, 1225 Rhomberg Ave. (Qualifies for At -Large and LMI Area
Rep.)
4. Housing Commission - APPOINTMENT
One, 3-Year term through August 17, 2021 (Vacant term of Cavanagh)
Applicant:
1. Hilary Dalton, 1629 Washington
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5. Human Rights Commission - APPOINTMENT
• Three, 3-Year terms through January 1, 2023
(Expiring Term of Jackson and Vacant terms of Muenster and Schiesl)
• One, 3-Year term through January 1, 2022. (Vacant term of Parks)
Applicants:
1. Michael Durnin, 3560 Pennsylvania Ave.
2. Mallory Gardiner, 1450 Alta Vista St. Loras College Mail #480 Additional
Applicant
3. Miguel Jackson, 1461 Jackson St.
4. Ashley Regan, 1265 Thomas PI. Additional Applicant
This commission is subject to the State of Iowa Gender Balance Law. Nine
Commissioners total; currently 3 males/2 females/4 openings
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PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. Intent to Dispose of Property at 981 High Bluff Street
Proof of publication on notice of public hearing to consider disposing of City -owned real
property located at 981 High Bluff Street to Bethany Home, and the City Manager
recommending approval.
RESOLUTION 42-20 Disposing of City interest in real estate located at 981 High Bluff
Street in the City of Dubuque, Iowa
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PUBLIC INPUT
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1. Grand River Center Annual Report 2019
Mitzi Yordy, Manager of the Grand River Center, will make a presentation to the City
Council for the Center's 2019 Annual Report and update of activities in the current fiscal
year, as well as plans for the future.
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2. Awarding the North Cascade Road Water Main Extension - Creek Crossing
Project
City Manager recommending award of the North Cascade Road Water Main Extension -
Creek Crossing Project construction contract to the low bidder McDermott Excavating.
RESOLUTION 43-20 Awarding Public Improvement Contract for the North Cascade
Road Water Main Extension Creek Crossing Project
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
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3. Federal Legislative Priorities
City Manager recommending adoption of the 2020 Federal Legislative Priorities for the
City of Dubuque.
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4. Code of Ordinances Amendment - Title 10 Sidewalk Cafesf%
City Manager recommending approval of an amendment to Title 10 Chapter 3 Article E
Sidewalk Cafe to allow establishments to serve food and/or drink to patrons within a
sidewalk cafe with a valid food and/or drink permit.
ORDINANCE 6-20 Amending City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances Title 10 Public
Ways and Property, Chapter 3 Encroachments on Public Places, Article E Sidewalk
Cafes, Sections 10-3E-1 Definition, 10-3E-2 Authorization, 10-3E-3 Permit
Requirements; Fee, 10-3E-5 Days and Hours of Operation, and 10-3E-7 Operation
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Motion B; Motion A
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5. Major League Baseball (MLB) Field of Dreams Game - Letter of Agreement
City Manager transmitting the signed Letter of Agreement between MLB Entities and the
City of Dubuque related to the August 13, 2020 Major League Baseball Game at the
Field of Dreams in Dyersville.
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6. 28E Partnership Outline for Mines of Spain Recreation Area and E.B. Lyons
Interpretive Center
City Manager providing an update on the progress to provide additional staffing at the
E.B. Lyons Interpretive Center at the Mines of Spain.
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7. Community Development Block Grant 5-Year Consolidated Plan Review
City Manager transmitting the City of Dubuque Community Development Block Grant 5-
Year Consolidated Plan (2021-2025) that includes the Fiscal Year 2021 Annual Action
Plan for the use of Community Development Block Grant funds. The City Council will be
asked to approve the Consolidated Plan and Annual Action Plan at the February 26,
2020 public hearing.
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8. Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing o'
City Manager transmitting the Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing.The City Council
will be asked to adopt this analysis as part of the Community Development Block Grant
Consolidated Plan on February 26.
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9. Source of Income Annual Report and Recommendations
City Manager recommending approval of the 2019 Source of Income Annual Report.
Staff will provide a brief presentation.
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10. Budget and Fiscal Policy Guidelines for Fiscal Year 2021 if/%
City Manager recommending adoption of the Fiscal Year 2021 Budget Policy
Guidelines.
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11. Set Public Hearing for Resolution Establishing Maximum Property Tax Dollars
for Fiscal Year 2021
City Manager recommending the Fiscal Year 2021 Resolution Establishing Maximum
Property Tax Dollars be set for public hearing on February 17, 2020.
RESOLUTION 44-20 Setting a public hearing on the Fiscal Year 2021 maximum
property tax dollars for the affected tax levy total
Suggested Disposition: Receive and file; Adopt Resolution(s), Set Public Hearing for
February 17, 2020
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COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS
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TO: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
You are hereby directed to call a Special Session of the City Council to be
held on Tuesday, February 04, 2020 at 5:30 PM in the Historic Federal Building for
the purpose of conducing a work session on Inclusive Dubuque.
Foy D. Buo'l, Mayor
Consent Items: Pages n/a
TO: Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
You are hereby directed to call a Regular Session of the City Council to be
held on Tuesday, February 04, 2020 at 6:00 PM in the Historic Federal Building for
the purpose of conducting such business that may properly come before the City
Council.
oy D. Buol, Mayor
Consent Items: Pages 1-3
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