Boards and Commission Applicant ReviewCity of Dubuque
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Boards/Commissions # 1.
Boards and Commission Applicant Review
Applicants are 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.
Mechanical and Plumbing Code Board
Two, 3-Year terms through March 16, 2023 (Expiring terms
of Giese and Muhlack)
Applicants:
Tom Giese, 395 Villa St.
Dieter Muhlack, 2464 Matthew John Dr.
Zoning Board of Adjustments
One, 5-Year term through March 25, 2025 (Expiring term of
Ahlvin)
Applicant:
Keith Ahlvin, 264 S. Grandview Ave.
This commission is subject to the State of Iowa Gender
Balance Law.
5 Commissioners total; currently 1 male/2 females/ 2
openings
ATTACHMENTS:
Description
3-2-20 Overview Sheet
Mechanical and Plumbing Code Board Applicants
Zoning Board of Adjustment Application
3-2-20 Latest Listings
3-2-20 Openings
Gender Balance Law
Gender Balance Q&A Sheet
Type
Supporting Documentation
Supporting Documentation
Supporting Documentation
Supporting Documentation
Supporting Documentation
Supporting Documentation
Supporting Documentation
VACANCIES AND APPLICATIONS FOR CITY OF DUBUQUE
BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS
For Council Meeting, of
Monday, March 2, 2020
6:30 p.m., Historic Federal Building, 350 W. 6th Street
APPLICANTS ARE INVITED TO ADDRESS THE COUNCIL
REGARDING THEIR APPLICATION FOR APPOINTMENT
Mechanical and Plumbing Code Board
Two, 3-Year terms through March 16, 2023 (Expiring terms of Giese and Muhlack)
Applicants:
Tom Giese, 395 Villa St.
Dieter Muhlack, 2464 Matthew John Dr.
Zoning Board of Adjustments
One, 5-Year term through March 25, 2025 (Expiring term of Alhvin)
Applicant:
Keith Ahlvin, 264 S. Grandview Ave.
This commission is subject to the State of Iowa Gender Balance Law.
5 Commissioners total; currently 1 male/2 females/ 2 openings
Title 14
Chapter 1 F-4
MECHANICAL AND PLUMBING CODE BOARD
Last Amended 7-5-17
A. Board Created:
In order to hear and decide appeals of orders, decisions, or determinations made by the
code official relative to the application and interpretation of this code, there shall be and
is hereby created a Mechanical and Plumbing Code Board. The Mechanical and
Plumbing Code Board shall be appointed by the City Council and shall hold office at its
pleasure.
B. Membership:
The Mechanical and Plumbing Code Board shall consist of seven (7) residents of the
city, appointed by the City Council for a term of three (3) years or until such member's
successor is appointed and qualified. Vacancies must be filled in the same manner as
original appointments.
1. Special Qualifications.
a. Two (2) at -large members;
b. Five (5) members who possess a minimum of one of the following
requirements: minimum of five (5) years working experience in the plumbing
or mechanical trade, hold a state certification as a mechanical or plumbing
contractor, licensed mechanical or hydraulic engineer, or any combination
thereof.
c. Members must be eighteen (18) years of age or older
C. Oath:
Each person, upon appointment or reappointment to the board, must execute an oath of
office at the first meeting of the board following appointment or reappointment or at the
city clerk's office any time prior to the first meeting of the board following the
appointment or reappointment.
D. Officers/Organization:
The board must choose annually a chairperson and vice- chairperson, each to serve a
term of one (1) year. The code official is the secretary of the board. The board must fill a
vacancy among its officers for the remainder of the officer's unexpired term.
E. Compensation:
Members serve without compensation, provided that they may receive reimbursement
for necessary travel and other expenses while on official board business within the limits
established in the city administrative policies and budget.
F. Disqualification of Member:
A member shall not hear an appeal in which that member has a personal, professional,
or financial interest.
G. Application for Appeal:
1. Any person affected by a decision of the code official or a notice or order issued
under this code shall have the right to appeal to the Mechanical and Plumbing
Code Board, provided a written application for appeal is filed within twenty (20)
days after the day the decision, notice, or order was served.
2. An application for appeal shall be based on a claim that the true intent of this
code or the rules legally adopted thereunder have been incorrectly interpreted,
the provisions of this code do not fully apply, or an equally good or better form
of construction is proposed.
H. Limitations on Authority (Board Powers):
1. The board has the following powers, duties, and responsibilities:
a. To advise the city council on all mechanical and plumbing code regulations
and procedures.
b. To serve as an appeal body for the decisions of the code official or the code
official's designee.
c. To provide for reasonable interpretations of the mechanical and plumbing
code.
The Mechanical and Plumbing Code Board does not have the authority to waive the
requirements of this code
1. Notice of Meeting:
The board shall meet upon notice from the chairman, within not less than thirty (30)
days and not more than ninety (90) days of the filing of an appeal, at stated periodic
meetings, or at the written request of a majority of the members.
J. Open Hearing:
1. Hearings before the board shall be open to the public and in compliance with
the provisions of the Iowa open meetings law.
2. The appellant, the appellant's representative, the code official, and any person
whose interests are affected shall be given an opportunity to be heard.
K. Hearing Procedure:
1 Procedures: The board shall adopt and make available to the public through the
secretary procedures under which a hearing will be conducted. The procedures
shall not require compliance with strict rules of evidence, but shall mandate that
only relevant information be received.
2 Quorum: four (4) members constitute a quorum for the transaction of business.
The affirmative vote of a majority of the members present and voting is
necessary for the adoption of any motion or resolution.
3. Members of the board shall attend at least two-thirds (2/3) of all regularly
scheduled and held meetings within a twelve (12) month period. If any member
does not attend such prescribed number of meetings, it shall constitute grounds
for the board to recommend to the city council that the member be replaced.
The attendance of all members shall be entered upon the minutes of all
meetings.
4. The code official shall file with the city council a copy of the minutes of each
meeting of the board within ten (10) working days after each such meeting, or
by the next regularly scheduled city council meeting, whichever is later.
5. All administrative, personnel, accounting, budgetary, and procurement policies
of the city shall govern the board in its operations.
6. Removal:
The city council may remove any member for cause upon written charges and
after a public hearing.
L. Postponed Hearing:
Either the city or the appellant may request a postponement of a hearing subject to the
approval of the code official. In no event may a postponement exceed ninety (90) days
beyond the date of the appeal.
M. Board Decision on Appeals:
The board may, by majority vote, affirm, modify, or reverse the decision of the code
official.
N. Resolution:
The decision of the board shall be by resolution. A written copy shall be furnished to the
appellant and placed in the board's records.
O. Administration:
The code official shall take immediate action in accordance with the decision of the
board.
P. Court Review:
Any person, whether or not a previous party to the appeal, shall have the right to apply
to the appropriate court for a writ of certiorari to correct errors of law. Application for
review shall be made in the manner and time required by law following the filing of the
decision in the office of the code official chief administrative officer.
Q. Stays of Enforcement:
Appeals of notice and orders (other than Imminent Danger notices) shall stay the
enforcement of the notice and order until the appeal is heard by the appeals board.
Trish Gleason
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Kevin Firnstahl; Trish Gleason; David Johnson; Jean Noel; Jason Mouring
Online Form Submittal: Board/Commission Application Form
Board/Commission Application Form
Individuals serving on Boards and Commissions play an important role in advising
the City Council on matters of interest to our community and its future. The City
Clerk's Office, City Hall, 50 West 13th Street, Dubuque, IA, accepts applications for
any Board and/or Commission at any time. Applications stay active for one year
from the date of receipt in the Clerk's Office. Applications to multiple vacancies
and/or reappointment requests requires separate applications.
Please complete the online application and separate optional demographic
information below
Personal Information
Select the Board,
Commission, or Committee
applying for:
Please select which
required criteria you
possess to qualify for the
Mechanical and Plumbing
Code Board
Name:
Gender (choose all that
apply) Note: Some City
Boards/Commissions are
subject to the gender
balance requirement in
Iowa Code Section 69.16A
If trans or transgender
please specify:
If another identity please
specify:
Mechanical and Plumbing Code Board
Home Address: PLEASE
NOTE: you must live within
the Dubuque city limits to
Minimum of five (5) years working experience in the plumbing
or mechanical trade, Hold a state certification as a mechanical
or plumbing contractor
Tom Giese
Man
Field not completed.
Field not completed.
395 Villa Street
apply/serve on a City of
Dubuque board or
commission
Zip Code: 52003
Home Phone Number:
563-590-2095
Business Name: Giese Sheet Metal Co
Business Address: 2125 Kerper Blvd
Business Zip Code:
Business Phone Number:
52001
563-588-2023
Occupation: HVAC contractor
Position with Company
VP
Email Address(es): tom@gieseco.com
Experience or education
which qualifies you for this
board or commission:
What contributions can you
make or state reason for
applying?
Describe your experience
working in diverse
environments:
40 plus years in the HVAC business
Working/Living in the community knowing the people in the
HVAC and contracting
Describe your experience
engaging other community
members to gather their
input and opinions:
List two references:
(Include their name and
phone number)
Are you currently serving on
other Boards, Commissions,
or Committees?
We as a company are aware of the changing environments
within this industry
Living my entire life in the community I feel I can engage with
most community members and value their input and opinions
John McDermott 563-588-7011
Jeff Rusch 563-582-5456
Yes
If yes, which? Mechanical and Plumbing
Have you served on a
Board, Commission, or
Committee before?
Yes
2
If yes, which? Mechanical and Plumbing
Have you participated in No
the City Life program?
If so, when? Field not completed.
Have you participated in No
the Intercultural
Competency Program?
If so, when? Field not completed.
This application is a public document and as such can be reproduced and
distributed for the public. Each application for reappointment to a City Board or
Commission will be considered without regard to incumbency. Misrepresentations
on this application will constitute just cause for removal of an appointee. Specific
attention should be directed to possible conflict of interest. For further clarification, if
a situation arises, contact the City Clerk's Office or the City Attorney's Office.
Signature (type your name
here as electronic
verfication):
Thomas Giese
Date: 1-9-2020
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Kevin Firnstahl; Trish Gleason; David Johnson; Jean Noel; Jason Mouring
Online Form Submittal: Board/Commission Application Form
Board/Commission Application Form
Individuals serving on Boards and Commissions play an important role in advising
the City Council on matters of interest to our community and its future. The City
Clerk's Office, City Hall, 50 West 13th Street, Dubuque, IA, accepts applications for
any Board and/or Commission at any time. Applications stay active for one year
from the date of receipt in the Clerk's Office. Applications to multiple vacancies
and/or reappointment requests requires separate applications.
Please complete the online application and separate optional demographic
information below
Personal Information
Select the Board,
Commission, or Committee
applying for:
Please select which
required criteria you
possess to qualify for the
Mechanical and Plumbing
Code Board
Name:
Mechanical and Plumbing Code Board
Minimum of five (5) years working experience in the plumbing
or mechanical trade
Dieter Muhlack
Gender (choose all that
apply) Note: Some City
Boards/Commissions are
subject to the gender
balance requirement in
Iowa Code Section 69.16A
If trans or transgender
please specify:
Man
Field not completed.
If another identity please
specify:
Field not completed.
Home Address: PLEASE
NOTE: you must live within
the Dubuque city limits to
2464 Matthew John Drive
apply/serve on a City of
Dubuque board or
commission
Zip Code: 52002
Home Phone Number:
5635878637
Business Name: MEP Engineers
Business Address: 374 Bluff St
Business Zip Code: 52001
Business Phone Number:
5635878637
Occupation: Engineer
Position with Company
Email Address(es):
Experience or education
which qualifies you for this
board or commission:
What contributions can you
make or state reason for
applying?
Describe your experience
working in diverse
environments:
MEP Engineers
dieterm@mepengr.com
BS Degree in Architectural Building Construction Engineering.
I have 40 years experience in designing plumbing and HVAC
systems
I work and communicate with all sorts of architects and
inspectors
Describe your experience
engaging other community
members to gather their
input and opinions:
No responce
List two references:
(Include their name and
phone number)
Are you currently serving on
other Boards, Commissions,
or Committees?
If yes, which?
Have you served on a
Board, Commission, or
Committee before?
Steve Brown - City of Dubuque 563-589-4270
Tom Giese - Giese Sheet Metal 563-583-7363
No
Field not completed.
Yes
2
If yes, which? Field not completed.
Have you participated in No
the City Life program?
If so, when? Field not completed.
Have you participated in No
the Intercultural
Competency Program?
If so, when? Field not completed.
This application is a public document and as such can be reproduced and
distributed for the public. Each application for reappointment to a City Board or
Commission will be considered without regard to incumbency. Misrepresentations
on this application will constitute just cause for removal of an appointee. Specific
attention should be directed to possible conflict of interest. For further clarification, if
a situation arises, contact the City Clerk's Office or the City Attorney's Office.
Signature (type your name
here as electronic
verfication):
Dieter Muhlack
Date: 1-6-2020
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Title 16
Chapter 8-1
ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
Amendment Adopted 8-17-15
A. Board Created.
There is hereby created the Zoning Board of Adjustment.
B. Purpose:
The purpose of the board is to review applications regarding criteria for granting of
special exceptions, conditional use permits, or variances; to decide citizens' appeals of
orders, requirements, decisions, or determinations made by Planning Services staff;
and to hear cases given by applicants and decide whether the request should be
granted based on the criteria set forth in the Zoning Ordinance.
C. Internal Organization and Rules:
The board may adopt rules and regulations 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 board in all its operations.
E. Membership:
1. The board comprises five (5) residents of the city, appointed by the city
council.
2. Residents must be eighteen (18) years of age or older.
3. Two (2) members from the board must be appointed as cross -representatives
to the Airport Zoning Board of Adjustment, with city council approval.
4. A majority of the members of the board must be persons representing the
public at -large and must not be involved in the business of purchasing or selling
real estate.
5. Membership on the board must comply with the provisions of Iowa .Code
§69.16A, relating to gender balance. No person can be appointed or reappointed
to the board if that appointment or reappointment would cause the number of
members of one gender to be greater than one-half (%Z) of the membership of the
board plus one (1). If the city has made a good faith effort to appoint a qualified
person to fill a vacancy on the board for a period of three (3) months but has
been unable to make a compliant appointment, the city must utilize a fair and
unbiased method of selecting the best qualified applicants.
F. Oath:
Each person, upon appointment or reappointment to the board, must execute an oath of
office at the first meeting of the board following the appointment or reappointment or at
the city clerk's office any time prior to the first meeting of the board.
G. Terms.
The term of office for members of the board is five (5) years or until such member's
successor is appointed and qualified. The terms of the cross -representative appointees
to the Airport Zoning Board of Adjustment must serve a term on the Airport Zoning
Board of Adjustment which coincides with their terms on the Zoning Board of
Adjustment.
H. Vacancies:
Vacancies must be filled in the same manner as original appointments.
I. Officers/Organization:
The board must choose annually a chairperson 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 board. The board must fill a vacancy among its officers for the remainder
of the officer's unexpired term.
J. Meetings.
1. Regular Meetings. The board must meet monthly.
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 board has been absent for three (3) or
more consecutive meetings of the board, without being excused by the
chairperson, such absence will be grounds for the board 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 board
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
later.
6. Quorum. The concurring vote of three (3) members of the board is necessary
to reverse any order, requirement, decision, or determination of any such
administrative official, or to decide in favor of the applicant on any matter upon
which it is required to pass under any such ordinance or to effect any variation in
such ordinance.
K. Compensation:
Members serve without compensation, provided that they may receive reimbursement
for necessary travel and other expenses while on official board business within the limits
established in the city administrative policies and budget.
L. Removal:
The city council may remove any member for cause upon written charges and after a
public hearing.
M. Powers:
The board has the following powers, duties, and responsibilities:
1. To hear and decide appeals where it is alleged there is error in any order,
requirement, decision, or determination made by an administrative official in the
enforcement of Iowa Code Chapter 414, as such may be amended from time to
time, or any ordinance adopted pursuant thereto.
2. To hear and decide special exceptions to the terms of this Code upon which
such board is required to pass under such ordinance, in accordance with the
general regulations of the zone in which the property is located and specific
standards contained herein.
3. To hear and decide conditional use permits under the terms of this Code upon
which such board is required to pass under such ordinance, in accordance with
the general regulations of the zone in which the property is located and specific
standards contained herein.
4. To authorize upon appeal in specific cases such variance from the terms of the
ordinance as will not be contrary to the public interest, where owing to special
conditions a literal enforcement of the provisions of the ordinance will result in
unnecessary hardship, and so that the spirit of the ordinance must be observed
and substantial justice done.
In exercising the above -mentioned powers such board may, in conformity with the
provisions of this section, reverse or affirm, wholly or partly, or may modify the order,
requirement, decision, or determination appealed from and may make such order
requirement, decision, or determination as ought to be made, and to that end shall have
all the powers of the officer from whom the appeal is taken.
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Subject: Online Form Submittal: Board/Commission Application Form
Board/Commission Application Form
Individuals serving on Boards and Commissions play an important role in advising
the City Council on matters of interest to our community and its future. The City
Clerk's Office, City Hall, 50 West 13th Street, Dubuque, IA, accepts applications for
any Board and/or Commission at any time. Applications stay active for one year
from the date of receipt in the Clerk's Office. Applications to multiple vacancies
and/or reappointment requests requires separate applications.
Please complete the online application and separate optional demographic
information below
Personal Information
Select the Board,
Commission, or Committee
applying for:
Please select which vacancy
you are applying for on the
Zoning Board of
Adjustment.
Zoning Board of Adjustment
At -Large
Name: Keith Ahlvin
Gender (choose all that
apply) Note: Some City
Boards/Commissions are
subject to the gender
balance requirement in
Iowa Code Section 69.16A
If trans or transgender
please specify:
Man
Field not completed.
If another identity please
specify:
Home Address: PLEASE
NOTE: you must live within
the Dubuque city limits to
apply/serve on a City of
Field not completed.
264 S. Grandview
1
Dubuque board or
commission
Zip Code:
Home Phone Number:
52003
(563) 845-8846
Business Name:
Business Address:
Business Zip Code:
Dubuque Community YMCA/YWCA
35 N. Booth Street, Dubuque, IA
Business Phone Number:
Occupation:
52001
(563) 556-3371
Field not completed.
Position with Company
Email Address(es):
Experience or education
which qualifies you for this
board or commission:
What contributions can you
make or state reason for
applying?
Chief Financial Officer
keith@upmup.com
I am currently a member of the Zoning Board of Adjustment,
and have a strong knowledge of Dubuque's Unified
Development Code.
I believe that a strong zoning code is essential to promoting
investment in Dubuque, as well as protecting the value of those
investments in the future. Because of the city's age and history
of growth and development, the UDC needs careful application
and adjustment to accommodate for the many unique
situations that arise. I believe strongly in allowing variances,
special exceptions, and conditional use permits when they
adhere to the spirit of the code if and when the literal
application of the code fails.
Describe your experience
working in diverse
environments:
Describe your experience
engaging other community
members to gather their
input and opinions:
List two references:
(Include their name and
phone number)
Throughout my career I have worked almost exclusively in
environments that are quite diverse, and have always found
that the success of those organizations is achieved because of
their diversity.
As the Zoning Board of Adjustment is a quasi-judicial body,
engaging community members for opinions outside of the
formal meetings is not a part of my work. While in the open
portions of meetings, I rely heavily on the opinions and input of
community members, whether in support or opposition of an
application before us.
Ben Loeffelholz, (563) 556-3371
Sue Reidel, (563) 588-3377
2
Are you currently serving on
other Boards, Commissions,
or Committees?
Yes
If yes, which? Zoning Board of Adjustment
Have you served on a
Board, Commission, or
Committee before?
Yes
If yes, which?
Zoning Board of Adjustment
Have you participated in
the City Life program?
If so, when? Field not completed.
Have you participated in No
the Intercultural
Competency Program?
If so, when? Field not completed.
This application is a public document and as such can be reproduced and
distributed for the public. Each application for reappointment to a City Board or
Commission will be considered without regard to incumbency. Misrepresentations
on this application will constitute just cause for removal of an appointee. Specific
attention should be directed to possible conflict of interest. For further clarification, if
a situation arises, contact the City Clerk's Office or the City Attorney's Office.
Signature (type your name
here as electronic
verfication):
Keith Ahlvin
Date: 1/5/2020
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CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA - BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS
As prepared for the Council Meeting 3-2-20
Vacant
'Indicates State - mandated board/commission
subject to the 2012 Gender Balance Law.
Indicates Current Opening
1/1/20 Indicates openings within the next year
AIRPORT COMMISSION
4 Yr. Term - Meets 4th Monday 4 p.m. - Airport
Douglas
Marianne
Michael
Robert
Sue
Brotherton
Kurtz -Weber
Phillips
Blocker
Clemenson
9/14/21
9/14/21
9/14/22
9/14/22
9/14/20
AIRPORT ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENTS
5 Yr. Term - Meets on Call
Vacant
Vacant
Vacant
Vacant
Vacant
Vacant
Vacant
Vacant
Vacant
Vacant
County Representative
City ZBA Rep.
County Representative
City ZBA Rep.
Appointed by 4 memb.
2/15/21
3/25/21
2/15/21
3/25/24
unknown
AIRPORT ZONING COMMISSION
6 Yr. Term - Apptd. 1996, Meets on Call
Vacant
Vacant
Vacant
Vacant
Vacant
Vacant
Michael
Vacant
Belmont
Vacant
Appointed by 4 members
County Representative
County Representative
City ZAC Representative
City ZAC Representative
12/31/20
12/31/20
12/31/20
CABLE TV COMMISSION
3 Yr. Term - Meets 1st Wed., 4:00 pm
Pauline
Vacant
Ronald
Vacant
Kathleen
Jennifer
Alan
Maloney
Vacant
Tigges
Vacant
Mc Mullen
Tigges
Vincent
7/1/20
7/1/20
7/1/20
7/1/21
7/1/21
7/1/21
7/1/21
CIVIC CENTER ADVISORY COMMISSION
3 Yr. Term - Meets last Monday of each month, 3:30 p.m.
Bi-Monthly starting Jan., Five Flags
Tyler
Mc Kenzie
Nicholas
Bryce
Rod
Daugherty
Blau
Huff
Parks
Bakke
6/29/21
6/29/22
6/29/22
6/29/21
6/29/22
CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION
4 Yr. Term - Meets on Call
Phil
Vacant
Daniel
Baskerville
Vacant
White
4/6/22
4/6/20
4/6/21
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
3 Yr. Term - Meets 3rd Tue., 5:30
ADVISORY COMMISSION
p.m., Federal Bldg./Housing
Janice
7/1/22 Kelly
Hilary
Gerald
Julie
Thomas
Vacant
Michelle
Dean
7/1/22
ARTS AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS ADVISORY COMMISSION
3 Yr. Term - Meets Monthly., Library Board Room
Paula
Gina
Tyler
Ali
Ryan
Susan
Nicholas
Neuhaus
Siegert
Daugherty
Levasseur
Decker
Riedel
Haider
Business Prof.-Living/Working In
Business Prof.
At -Large
Arts Rep
Arts Rep
Arts Rep
Arts Rep
6/30/21
6/30/21
6/30/21
6/30/22
6/30/22
6/30/22
6/30/22
BOARD OF REVIEW (Appointed by City Conference Board)
This is NOT a City of Dubuque Board
6 Yr. Term - Meets May 1-30
Laure
Jean
Angie
Greg
Bradley
Lewis
Hoeger
Mozena
Hutchinson
Brissey
12/31/24
12/31/24
12/31/21
12/31/22
12/31/23
BUILDING CODE AND ADVISORY APPEALS BOARD
3 Yr. Term - Meets as needed
Vacant
Vacant
Vacant
Vacant
Vacant
Vacant
Vacant
Vacant
Thomas
Katrina
Vacant
Swift
Wilberding
Vacant
Residential Contractor
Architect/Engineer
Journeyman Carpenter
ADA Representative
Commercial Contractor
ADA Representative
At -Large
8/1/21
8/1/22
8/1/22
8/1/20
8/1/20
8/1/21
8/1/21
CATFISH CREEK WATERSHED MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY
4 Yr. term - Meets Quarterly
Steven
Jared
Drahozal
Mc Govern
7/16/20
7/16/20
Craddieth
Fox
Dalton
Hammel, Jr.
Woodyard
Wainwright
Vacant
Hinke
Boles
Housing Commission Rep
Low/Mod Income Area
Low/Mod Income Area
At -Large
Low/Mod Income Area
At -Large
Low/Mod Income Area
At -Large
At -Large
8/17/20
2/15/23
2/15/23
2/15/23
2/15/21
2/15/21
2/15/22
2/15/22
2/15/22
ELECTRICAL CODE BOARD
3 Yr. Term - Meets Bi-Monthly, 3rd Monday
James
Kevin
Andy
Tom
David
Vacant
Paul
Dixon
Pfohl
Palmer
Townsend
Wilson
Vacant
Uhlrich
Electrical Background
Electrical Background
Electrical Background
Electrical Background
At -Large
Electrical Background
Electrical Background
5/21/20
5/21/20
5/21/20
5/21/20
5/21/20
5/21/21
5/21/21
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
3 Yr. Term - Meets 3rd Thur., 5:30 p.m., Federal Bldg.
Rick
David
Christina
Joseph
Vacant
John
Melissa
Brandi
Craig
Stuter
Klavitter
Monk
Rapp
Vacant
Mc Andrews
Cassill
Clark
Reber
W 11th District
Langworthy District
Architect At -Large
Old Main District - Interim
At -Large
Cathedral District
At -Large
At -Large
Jackson Park District
7/1/22
7/1/20
7/1/20
7/1/21
7/1/21
7/1/20
7/1/21
7/1/21
7/1/22
HOUSING BOARD OF APPEALS
3 Yr. Term - 3rd Tues. 4:00 p.m., Fed Bldg.
Ronald
David
Mary
Gil
Christoffer
White
Young
Gotz
Spence
Lammer-Heindel
Tenant/Landlord Issues
Tenant/Landlord Issues
Tenant/Landlord Issues
Tenant/Landlord Issues
Tenant/Landlord Issues
HOUSING COMMISSION
3 Yr. Term - Meets monthly 4th Tues., 4:00 p.m., Fed. Bldg.
MECHANICAL AND PLUMBING CODE BOARD
3 Yr. Term - Upon request, City Hall
Coralita
David
Suzanne
Rick
Janice
Amy
Sam
Gail
Michelle
Hilary
Shumaker
Wall
Stroud
Baum hover
Craddieth
Eudaley
Wooden
Weitz
Becwar
Dalton
Section 8 Recipient
At -Large
At -Large
Trust Fund Rep. Primary Comm.
At -Large
Trust Fund Rep. Primary Comm.
At -Large
At -Large
CDAC Rep. Primary Comm.
At -Large
8/17/21
8/17/22
8/17/22
8/17/22
8/17/20
8/17/20
8/17/21
8/17/21
8/17/21
8/17/21
HOUSING TRUST FUND ADVISORY COMMITTEE
3 Yr. Term - Meets atleast 2 times per year and as needed
Rick
Dorothy
Amy
Jim
Michelle
Baum hover
Schwendinger
Eudaley
Holz
Becwar
Housing Commission Rep
At -Large
Housing Commission Rep
At -Large
At -Large
8/17/22
8/17/22
8/17/20
8/17/21
8/17/21
HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
3 Yr. Term - Meets 2nd Mon. 4:30 p.m., City Hall Annex
Adrienne
Michael
Mallory
Miguel
Anthony
Jason
Gerald
Kathy
Ashley
Breitfelder
Durnin
Gardiner
Jackson
Allen
Keeler
Hammel Jr.
McCarthy
Regan
1/1/22
1/1/23
1/1/23
1/1/23
1/1/21
1/1/21
1/1/22
1/1/21
1/1/22
INVESTMENT OVERSIGHT ADVISORY COMMISSION
3 Yr. Term - Meets Qrtly, 4th Wed. 3 p.m., City Hall
Paul
Franz
Luke
Stephen
Gary
Lassance
Becker
Schiltz
Reisdorf
Ruden
Dan
Tom
Dieter
Vacant
Corey
Hillary
Giese
Muhlack
Vacant
Valaskey
Vacant Vacant
Vacant Vacant
3/16/22
3/16/20
3/16/20
3/16/21
3/16/21
3/16/22
3/16/22
PARK AND RECREATION ADVISORY COMMISSION
3 Yr. Term - Meets 2nd Tues., 4:30 p.m. Bunker Hill
Robin
Matthew
Rebecca
Jennifer
Ray
Robert
Hobie
Kennicker
Garrett
Kuhle
Tigges
Werner
McCoy
Wood
6/30/20
6/30/20
6/30/20
6/30/21
6/30/22
6/30/22
6/30/22
POLICE RELATIONS COMMITTEE - DUBUQUE COMMUNITY
2 Yr. Term - Meets, 4th Mon. 5:30 p.m.
Weston
Schneider
Meier
Kundert
Hinke
Serna
Jason
Sarah
Steven
Rob
Michelle
Dora
Alternate
Primary
Alternate
Primary
Alternate
Primary
4/1/21
10/1/20
8/30/21
8/31/21
8/31/21
5/20/21
RESILIENT COMMUNITY ADVISORY COMMISSION
3 Yr. Term - Meets 1st Thur. 5:00 p.m.
Jacob
Robin
Craig
Sara
Adam
7/1/21 Candace
7/1/21 Leah
7/1/22 Dean
7/1/22 Lalith
LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES
4 Yr. Term - Meets 4th Thur. 4 p.m., Library
Patricia
Rosemary
Victor
Pam
Robert
Christina
Greg
Poggemiller
Kramer
Lieberman
Mullin
Armstrong
Monk
Gorton
7/1/22
7/1/22
7/1/23
7/1/23
7/1/20
7/1/20
7/1/21
LONG RANGE PLANNING ADVISORY COMM.
3 Yr. Term - Meets monthly 3rd Wed. 5:30 p.m., City Hall
Michael
Ronald
Alan
Tyler
John
John
Vacant
Peroski
Collins
Vincent
Stoffel
Pregler
Krayer
Vacant
Kohlhaas
Kennicker
Reber
Booth
Hoffman
Eudaley-Loebach
Specht
Boles
Jayawickrama
Commission Rep.
Commission Rep.
7/1/22
7/`
7/30/21
7/1/21
7/1/21
7/1/22
7/1/22
7/1/20
7/1/20
TRANSIT ADVISORY BOARD
3 Yr. Term - Meets monthly, 2nd Thur. Intermodal Transit Station
Luanna
George
Dora
Robert
Matthew
Gerdemann
Enderson
Serna
Daughters
Esser
7/30/22
7/30/20
7/30/20
7/30/20
7/30/21
ZONING ADVISORY COMMISSION
3 Yr. Term - Meets monthly 1st Wed., 6:30p.m., Fed. Bldg..
Vacant
Martha
Rebecca
Steve
Richard
7/1/21 Brittany
7/1/21 Pat
7/1/22
7/1/22
7/1/20
7/1/20
7/1/20
MEDIACOM CHARITABLE FOUNDATION
1 Yr. Term - On Call, CC Appt'd Reps.
Gail
Constance
Chavenelle
Twining
12/31/20
Vacant
Christ
Kemp
Baumhover
Russell
Loeffelholz
Norton
Airport ZAC Rep. Primary Comm.
7/1/22
7/1/20
7/1/20
7/1/20
7/1/21
7/1/21
7/1/22
ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENTS
5 Yr. Term - Meets monthly 4th Thur., 5:00 p.m. Fed. Bldg..
Gwen
Keith
Jonathan
12/31/20 Bethany
Vacant
Kosel
Ahlvin
Mc Coy
Golombeski
Vacant
Airport ZBA Rep. Primary Comm. 3/25/24
Airport ZBA Rep. Primary Camm.
3/25/21
3/25/22
3/25/23
City of Dubuque, Iowa
Boards and Commissions
Current and Upcoming Openings Through March 2020
Updated February 19, 2020
Airport Zoning Board of Adjustment ***
Airport Zoning Commission ***
Building Code and Advisory Appeals Board
• ADA Representative
• Architect/Engineer
• At -Large
• Journeyman Carpenter
• Residential Contractor
Cable TV Commission
Civil Service Commission***
Electrical Code Board
Historic Preseervation Commission***
• At -Large
Long Rang Planning Advisory Commission
Mechanical and Plumbing Code Board
Zoning Advisory Commission ***
Zoning Board of Adjustment***
Indicates Subject to the State of Iowa Gender Balance Law
Applications can be printed or submitted on-line from www.cityofdubuque.org or through the City Clerk's Office.
Applications can be submitted at any time for all boards and commissions and are activated as positions
become available.
Applications remain on file for one year from the date they are submitted.
Some positions may require specific applicant qualifications or compliance with the State of Iowa Gender
Balance Law
For a complete list of boards and commissions, descriptions, terms and meeting information, please visit the
City Clerk's web page at www.cityofdubuque.org.
City Clerk's Office • 50 W. 13th Street, Dubuque, IA 52001 • 563.589.4100
69.16A Gender balance.
1. All appointive boards, commissions, committees, and councils of the state
established by the Code, if not otherwise provided by law, shall be gender balanced.
No person shall be appointed or reappointed to any board, commission, committee, or
council established by the Code if that appointment or reappointment would cause the
n umber of members of the board, commission, committee, or council of one gender to
be greater than one—half the membership of the board, commission, committee, or
council plus one if the board, commission, committee, or council is composed of an odd
n umber of members. If the board, commission, committee, or council is composed of
an even number of members, not more than one—half of the membership shall be of one
gender. If there are multiple appointing authorities for a board commission, committee,
o r council, they shall consult each other to avoid a violation of this section.
2 All appointive boards commissions, committees, and councils of a political
subdivision of the state that are established by the Code, if not otherwise provided by
law, shall be gender balanced as provided by subsection 1 unless the political
subdivision has made a good faith effort to appoint a qualified person to fill a vacancy
o n a board, commission, committee, or council in compliance with subsection 1 for a
period of three months but has been unable to make a compliant appointment. In
complying with the requirements of this subsection political subdivisions shall utilize a
fair and unbiased method of selecting the best qualified applicants. This subsection
shall not prohibit an individual whose term expires prior to January 1, 2012, from being
reappointed even though the reappointment continues an inequity in gender balance.
86 Acts, ch 1245, §2041; 87 Acts, ch 218, §8; 88 Acts, ch 1150, §1; 2009 Acts, ch 162,
§1, 2
New geriiIer balanced boards von irements for cities
Iowa has required gender balance on state -level boards and commissions for many years, under
Iowa Code section 69.16A. Last session, the General Assembly passed legislation that applies
this requirement to the local level. This QBE.A explains background on the legislation, the new
requireme = in tl ation for cities and how cities can co • •.
Q: What are the new requirements for gender balance on city
boards and commissions?
A: During the 2009 legislative session, legislation (HF243) was
passed that extends to cities and counties gender balance require-
ment for all appointive boards, commissions, committees and
councils created by the Iowa code. In other words, bodies cities
are required to have under Iowa code when they provide certain
functions or services, such as the planning and zoning commission,
library boards and the board of adjustment, with appointed (not
elected) members, must be gender balanced.
Q: What does `gender balanced' mean?
A: Gender balance means if the body has an even number of ap-
pointees, it must be evenly made up of men and women. For exam-
ple, three women and three men must serve on a six member board.
If the body has an odd number- of appointees, it must be "one half
plus one" of either gender. For instance, if there are five members,
three could be men and the other two women, or vice versa.
Q: When do the changes go into effect?
A: Cities must have gender balanced boards, commissions, com-
mittees and councils by January 1, 2012. This does not prohibit an
individual whose term expires prior to January 1, 2012, from being
reappointed even though the reappointment continues an inequity
in gender balance; however, cities should start planning upcoming
appointments now, to ensure gender balance is reached by that date.
Making a chart of existing boards and upcoming vacancies, and/
or keeping track of current appointments and necessary recruit-
ing periods would be a good start to ensuring your city is tracking
gender balance, and is prepared for the January 1, 2012 implementa-
tion date.
Q : Is there any option if my city simply cannot find a person to
serve on the board or commission of the needed gender?
A: Yes. Under the new code section, cities that make a good faith
effort to find a qualified person of the necessary gender to fill the
position for a period of three months and are unable to do so may
appoint a person to the position regardless of the gender balance
requirement.
Q : What constitutes a "good faith effort"?
A: There is no hard and fast definition, but cities should be able
to demonstrate a legitimate effort during the three month time
period to recruit qualified members of the necessary gender, before
appointing a member that creates gender imbalance. In addition,
the legislation requires that cities must always `utilize a fair and
unbiased method of selecting the best qualified applicants," regard-
less of gender.
Q : Is there a reporting requirement?
A: No. The legislation did not include a reporting requirement;
however, many cities keep information on their boards and
commissions —including current members- posted online, to better
inform citizens of the makeup of local governing bodies.
Q : How can I recruit more women or men to volunteer for
these positions?
A: The Commission on the Status of Women has prepared a guide
to help cities learn how to recruit gender balanced boards and com-
missions. This resource can be found at www.women.iowa.gov/
whats_new/index.html. The Commission also prepared a guide
called the "Five Step Guide to City and County Boards and How to
Get Appointed" to be used as a tool by interested women to learn
more about how to get involved in city boards and commissions.
By Jessica Hyland Harder, League Government Affairs Counsel
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it is the first of its kind in Iowa. The city has certainly "gone the extra mile" to improve the water
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