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ROLL CALL ORDER
FOR MEETING OF 6/7/10
JONES
LYNCH
RESNICK
VOETBERG
BRAIG
BUOL
CONNORS
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
6:30 P.M.
HISTORIC FEDERAL BUILDING
MONDAY, JUNE 7, 2010
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
INVOCATION
Pastor Jay Ilten, St. John's Lutheran Church
PROCLAMATION
Apples for Children (June and July, 2010)
CONSENT ITEMS
The consent agenda items are considered to be routine and non-controversial and all consent
items will be normally voted upon in a single motion without any separate discussion on a
particular item. If you would like to discuss one of the Consent Items, please go to the
microphone and be recognized by the Mayor and state the item you would like removed from
the Consent Agenda for separate discussion and consideration.
1. Minutes and Reports Submitted
Arts and Cultural Affairs Advisory Commission of 4/24; City Council of 5/17; Civil
Service Commission of 4/27; Housing Commission of 4/27; Mechanical Board of 5/19;
Plumbing Board of 5/12
Proof of publication of City Council Proceedings of May 3, 2010
Official Proceedings of the City Council for Calendar Year 2009
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File
2. Notice of Claims/Suits
Enterprise for vehicle damage; Tri-State Property for property damage; Robert Smith for
property damage
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Refer to City Attorney
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: Enterprise for
vehicle damage; Tri-State Property for property damage
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Concur
3. Acceptance of Warranty Deed – Inland Protein Corporation
City Manager recommending approval of the acceptance of the warranty deed from
Inland Protein Corporation for the purchase of land necessary for the Water Pollution
Control Plant improvements.
RESOLUTION
Accepting the warranty deed to Lot 2 of Inland Molasses Place No. 2 in
the City of Dubuque, Dubuque County, Iowa from Inland Protein Corporation.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution
4. Dubuque Racing Association Agreement
City Manager recommending approval of an amendment to the Lease Agreement
between the City of Dubuque and the Dubuque Racing Association.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
5. Prescott Street Retaining Wall
City Manager recommending that the award for the Prescott Street Retaining Wall
Project to Tschiggfrie Excavating, Inc., be officially recorded in the minutes of the City
Council.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File
6. Final Plat – Felderman Subdivision
City Manager recommending approval of the final plat of Felderman Subdivision as
requested by Various Arboretum LLC (Greg Adams).
RESOLUTION
Approving final plat of Felderman Subdivision in the City of Dubuque,
County of Dubuque, Iowa
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution
7. DuRide Contract
City Manager recommending approval of an agreement with DuRide to provide
alternative transportation to senior citizens for Fiscal Year 2011.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
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8. East Central Intergovernmental Association
City Manager recommending approval of a $1,500 contract with East Central
Intergovernmental Association for grant administration services for the $1.5 million U.S.
Economic Development Administration parking ramp grant.
RESOLUTION
Approving the contract for administration of an Economic Development
Administration Grant to East Center Intergovernmental Association
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution
9. Continuation of Free Ride Program with Dubuque Community Schools
City Manager recommending approval of the continuation of the Free Ride Program
with Dubuque Community Schools.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
10. Snow and Ice Removal Assessments
City Manager recommending approval to certify snow and ice removal charges to the
Dubuque County Treasurer in order to establish real property liens for collection of such
charges.
RESOLUTION
Authorizing the City to collect snow and ice removal assessments
charges in accordance with Title 6-6-3C2o; Title 6-6-4B3 and Title 6-6B of the Code of
Ordinances of the City of Dubuque, Iowa
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution
11. Vacant and Abandoned Buildings (VABs) and Problem Property Assessments
City Manager recommending approval of vacant and abandoned building and problem
property assessments.
RESOLUTION
Authorizing the City to collect delinquent vacant and abandoned building
and problem property charges in accordance with Title 6-6-3B1h; Title l6-6-4B3 and
Title 6-6B of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Dubuque, Iowa
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution
12. Eide Bailly Audit Agreement
City Manager advising that the Eide Bailly Audit Engagement Letter has been signed for
the Fiscal Year ending June 30, 2010.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File
13. 2010 Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Application
City Manager recommending approval of the 2010 Justice Assistance Grant (JAG)
application.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
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14. Health Choices Administrative Services Fee
City Manager recommending approval of the renewal fee from Health Choices for the
City’s health insurance plan.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
15. Joint Development Agreement – International Business Machines
City Manager recommending approval of Amendment #2 to the Joint Development
Agreement between the City of Dubuque and International Business Machines
Corporation to conform the Joint Development Agreement to language in the final
contract between the City and the Iowa Power Fund Board.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
16. Bosserman Aviation Equipment, Inc. – Airport Settlement
Assistant City Attorney recommending approval of the settlement of the claim with
Bosserman Aviation Equipment, Inc. regarding installation of a self-fueling system for
the Airport.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
17. Funders’ Network for Smart Growth and Livable Communities
City Manager submitting the complete memo regarding the Funders’ Network for Smart
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Growth and Livable Communities which the City Council approved at the May 17 City
Council meeting.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File
18. Veterans Memorial Plaza
Communication from Richard E. Goebel regarding the Veterans Memorial Plaza.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Refer to City Manager
19. Music on the March
Communication from Greg Orwoll, Executive Director – Colts Drum and Bugle Corps,
requesting an exemption from the noise ordinance and any enforcement of residential
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parking permit rules in and around Senior High School on June 30 and August 8 for
the Music on the March Shows.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
20. Board and Commission Resignations
Communication from Beverly A. Kolz submitting her resignation from the Carnegie-Stout
Public Library Board of Trustees.
Communication from Jim Allan submitting his resignation from the Human Rights
Commission.
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Communication from Susan M. Balsamo submitting her resignation from the Civic
Center Commission.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Accept Resignations
21. Civil Service Commission
Civil Service Commission submitting the certified list for the position of Truck Driver.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Make a Matter of Record
22. City Development Board
Communication from the City Development Board submitting the Filing of Written
Decision and Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law and Determination in the matter
of the City of Asbury voluntary annexation within the urbanized area of the City of
Dubuque.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File
23. Highway 151 & 61 Development – Setting Fair Market Value
City Manager recommending approval of the fair market value for property owned by
Highway 151 & 61 Development for the Bee Branch Creek Restoration Project.
RESOLUTION
Establishing the fair market value of certain real property owned by
Highway 151 & 61 Development
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution
24. SB Development – Setting Fair Market Value
City Manager recommending approval of the establishment of the fair market value for
property owned by SB Development for the Bee Branch Creek Restoration Project.
RESOLUTION
Establishing the fair market value of certain real property owned by SB
Development, LLC in the City of Dubuque, Iowa
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution
25. Letter of Support for Harkin Wellness Grant
City Manager recommending approval of a letter of support for the Dubuque County
Board of Health’s application for a Harkin Wellness Grant.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
26. COPS Grant Application
City Manager recommending approval of a Community Oriented Policing Services
(COPS) Hiring Recovery Grant application for the purpose of obtaining grant funding for
four police officer positions.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
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27. Signed Contracts
-- Northern Illinois University – Crime/Poverty Research Study
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File
28. Liquor License Applications
City Manager recommending approval of annual liquor license renewals as submitted.
RESOLUTION
Granting the issuance of a Class “C” Beer Permit to Beecher Beverage,
McCann’s Service, Cedar Cross Amoco, Kwik Star #495 and Kmart #4018
RESOLUTION
Granting the issuance of a Class “C” Beer/Liquor License to Dubuque
Bowling Lanes, Murph’s South End and Los Aztecas; a Class “B” Wine Permit to Kmart
#4018 and Beecher Beverage; a Special Class “C” (Five Day Special Event)
Beer/Liquor License to Dubuque Jaycees; and a Class “BW” (Five Day Special Event)
Liquor License to Dubuque Jaycees
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolutions
ITEMS TO BE SET FOR PUBLIC HEARING
These agenda items are being scheduled for a future public hearing on the date
indicated.
1. Loan Agreement with Iowa Finance Authority
City Manager recommending that a public hearing be set for June 21, 2010 to consider
a loan agreement with the Iowa Finance Authority for $4.5 million to create workforce
housing rental units in the Historic Millwork District.
RESOLUTION
Fixing date for a meeting on the authorization of a loan agreement with
the Finance Authority in the principal amount of $4,500,000 and providing for publication
of notice thereof
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution; Public Hearing
6/21/10
2. Victory Café – Development Agreement
City Manager recommending that a public hearing be set for June 21, 2010 to consider
approval of a Development Agreement between the City and Victory Café – Dubuque,
Inc. to redevelop property at 756 Main Street.
RESOLUTION
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
Obligations and the execution of a Development Agreement relating thereto with the
Victory Café – Dubuque, Inc., and providing for the publication of notice thereof
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution; Public Hearing
6/21/10
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3. Dubuque Regional Airport – Jet Drive Resurfacing Project
City Manager recommending initiation of the public bidding process for the Dubuque
Regional Airport – Jet Drive Resurfacing Project and that a public hearing be set for
June 21, 2010 to consider approval of the plans and specifications, form of contract and
estimated cost.
RESOLUTION
Preliminary approval of plans, specifications, form of contract, and
estimated cost, setting date of public hearing and ordering bids for the Dubuque
Regional Airport – Jet Drive Resurfacing Project
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution; Public Hearing
6/21/10
4. IA 32 Geometric and Signalization Improvements – US 20 to JFK Road Project
City Manager recommending initiation of the public bidding process for the IA 32
Geometric and Signalization Improvements – US 20 to JFK Road Project and that a
public hearing be set for June 21, 2010 to consider approval of the plans and
specifications, form of contract and estimated cost.
RESOLUTION
Preliminary approval of plans, specifications, form of contract, and
estimated cost, setting date of public hearing and ordering bids for the IA 32 Geometric
and Signalization Improvements – US 20 to JFK Road Project
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution; Public Hearing
6/21/10
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5. Green Alley Project – 15 to 16 Street from Washington to Elm Streets
City Manager recommending initiation of the public bidding process for the Green Alley
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Project – 15 to 16 Street from Washington to Elm Streets and that a public hearing be
set for June 21, 2010 to consider approval of the plans and specifications, form of
contract and estimated cost.
RESOLUTION
Preliminary approval of plans, specifications, form of contract, and
estimated cost, setting date of public hearing and ordering bids for the Green Alley
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Project – 15 to 16 Street from Washington to Elm Streets
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution; Public Hearing
6/21/10
6. Tenth and Central Parking Ramp and Fire Headquarters Expansion Project
City Manager recommending initiation of the public bidding process for the Tenth and
Central Parking Ramp and Fire Headquarters Expansion Project and that a public
hearing be set for June 21, 2010, to consider approval of the plans and specifications,
form of contract and estimated cost.
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RESOLUTION
Preliminary approval of plans, specifications, form of contract, and
estimated cost, setting date of public hearing and ordering bids for the Tenth and
Central Parking Ramp and Fire Headquarters Expansion Project
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution; Public Hearing
6/21/10
7. Neighborhood Stabilization Program
City Manager recommending that a public hearing be set for June 21, 2010 to consider
approval of an application to the Iowa Department of Economic Development (IDED) for
Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP) funds.
RESOLUTION
Setting a public hearing on an application to the Iowa Department of
Economic Development (IDED) for Neighborhood Stabilization Program funds
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution; Public Hearing
6/21/10
8. Amended and Restated Urban Renewal Plan for the Greater Downtown Urban
Renewal District
City Manager recommending that a public hearing be set for July 19, 2010 to consider
an amendment to the Urban Renewal Plan for the Greater Downtown Urban Renewal
District to add the Bluff Street Subarea.
RESOLUTION
Of necessity finding that certain areas adjacent to the Greater
Downtown Urban Renewal District meet the definition of a blighted area under the
Urban Renewal Law and that development of said areas is necessary in the interest of
the residents of the City of Dubuque, Iowa
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution; Public Hearing
7/19/10
BOARDS/COMMISSIONS
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.
Arts and Cultural Affairs Advisory Commission
(Arts Community Representatives)
Four 3-year terms through June 30, 2013 (Terms of Hemmer, Kames, Kohl, Riedel)
Applicants:
Thomas Goodman, 3559 Copper Field Court
Paul Hemmer, 2375 Simpson Street
Louise Kames, 900 Clarke Drive
Paul Kohl, 60 Lindberg Terrace
Marina O’Rourke Rosenow, 2085 Mullen Road
Susan Riedel, 282 Kelly’s Bluff
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Civic Center Commission
Three 4-year terms through June 29, 2013 (Terms of Bakke, Balsamo, Kurt)
Applicants:
Rod Bakke, 3030 Karen Street
Marilynne Field, 1805 Eden Lane
Barb Kurt, 1304 Atlantic Street
Historic Preservation Commission
(Jackson Street Historic District)
One 3-year terms through July 1, 2013 (Term McDonell)
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Robert McDonell, 135 West 17 Street
Human Rights Commission
One 3-year term through January 1, 2011 (Term of Allan)
Applicant:
Frederick Davis, Jr., 2374 Green Street
Investment Oversight Advisory Commission
One 3-year terms through July 1, 2013 (Term of Reisdorf)
Applicant:
Stephen Reisdorf, 740 Brookview Square
Library Board of Trustees – Mayor Appointment
Two 4-year terms through July 1, 2014 (Terms of Guns and Kolz)
Applicants:
Diann Guns, 1715 Diane Court
Fred Miller, 2462 Central Avenue
Gail Murphy, 3097 Oak View Court
Lorri Regan, 2659 Queen Street
Long Range Planning Advisory Commission
Two 3-year terms through July 1, 2013 (Terms of Prochaska and Winterwood)
Applicants:
Lou Oswald, 1080 Nowata Street
James Prochaska, 1410 Parkway Street
Charles Winterwood, 1555 Montrose Terrace
Park and Recreation Commission
Three 3-year terms through June 30, 2013 (Terms of Harjehausen, Hoffmann, Lyness)
Applicants:
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Shane Duncan, 623 West 8 Street
Don Foley, 2489 Wheatland Drive
Charles Harris, 2473 Jackson Street
Paul Hoffman, 174 Bradley Street
Kenneth Klinge, 2267 Carter Road
Karen Lyness, 89 Alpine Street
David Schlueter, 2645 Crescent Ridge
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TV Cable Regulatory Commission
One 3-year terms through June 30, 2013 (Term of Stevens)
Applicant:
Kevin Stevens, 1735 Lawndale Street
Zoning Advisory Commission
Two 3-year terms through July 1, 2010 (Terms of Norton and Stiles)
Applicants:
Patrick Norton, 2739 Burden Avenue
Jeff Stiles, 3087 Central Avenue
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Citizens are invited to address the City Council regarding the following agenda items.
Please come to the podium and state your name and address when the item you wish to
speak to is being considered.
SUSPEND THE RULES
1. Dubuque Industrial Center – Planned Unit Development District (Tabled on
December 7, 2009)
City Manager requesting that this item be tabled to December 20, 2010.
Proof of publication on notice of hearing to consider a request from the City of Dubuque/
Dubuque Initiatives to amend the Planned Unit Development (PUD) for the Dubuque
Industrial Center, located on Chavenelle Road and the Northwest Arterial, to change the
designation of property from open space to commercial and Zoning Advisory
Commission recommending approval, with conditions.
ORDINANCE
Amending Appendix A (the Zoning Ordinance) of the City of Dubuque
Code of Ordinances by adopting a revised Planned Unit Development Ordinance for the
Dubuque Industrial Center Phases I and II located at the southwest corner of Highway
32 (Northwest Arterial) and Chavenelle Road and by repealing Ordinance 22-07
Suggested Disposition: Remove from Table; Receive and File; Table to
December 20, 2010
2. Sale of Property – 1523 Elm Street
Proof of publication on notice of public hearing to consider the sale of property located
at 1523 Elm Street to Ruth Jurisic and City Manager recommending approval.
RESOLUTION
Disposing of City-owned property, specifically, south one-half of Lot 148
and the south one foot of the north one-half of Lot 148 in East Dubuque, an addition to
the City of Dubuque, County of Dubuque, Iowa, according to the recorded plat thereof –
1523 Elm Street
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution
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3. Sale of Property – 1925 Washington Street
Proof of publication on notice of public hearing to consider the sale of property located
at 1925 Washington Street to Robert Mootz and City Manager recommending approval.
RESOLUTION
Disposing of City-owned property, specifically, Lot 6 of Mineral Lot 100
in the City of Dubuque, County of Dubuque, Iowa, according to the recorded plat thereof
– 1925 Washington Street
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution
4. McAleece Ballpark Parking Lot Reconstruction Project
Proof of publication on notice of public hearing to consider the plans and specifications,
form of contract and estimated cost for the McAleece Ballpark Parking Lot
Reconstruction Project and City Manager recommending approval.
RESOLUTION
Approving plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimated cost for
the McAleece Ballpark Parking Lot Reconstruction Project
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution
5. Kaufmann Avenue Resurfacing Project
Proof of publication on notice of public hearing to consider the plans and specifications,
form of contract and estimated cost for the Kaufmann Avenue Resurfacing project and
City Manager recommending approval.
RESOLUTION
Approving plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimated cost for
the Kaufmann Avenue Resurfacing Project
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution
REINSTATE THE RULES
This action limits discussion to the City Council.
ACTION ITEMS
These are items where discussion is held by the City Council – public comments are not
allowed except as authorized by the Mayor.
1. Bee Branch Creek Restoration – Building Deconstruction Project
City Manager recommending award of the Bee Branch Creek Restoration – Building
Deconstruction Project to Gronen Restoration, Inc., in the amount of $224,025.15 for
the deconstruction of 15 buildings, Tschiggfrie Excavating in the amount of $402,060.00
for the deconstruction of 24 buildings and Ted Stackis Construction in the amount of
$60,000 for the deconstruction of 4 buildings.
Bee Branch Deconstruction Outline from Gronen Restoration.
RESOLUTION
Awarding public improvement contract for the Bee Branch Creek
Restoration – Building Deconstruction Project (Gronen Restoration, Inc.)
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RESOLUTION
Awarding public improvement contract for the Bee Branch Creek
Restoration – Building Deconstruction Project (Tschiggfrie Excavating)
RESOLUTION
Awarding public improvement contract for the Bee Branch Creek
Restoration – Building Deconstruction Project (Ted Stackis Construction)
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolutions
2. Memorandum of Understanding – Sustainable Neighborhood Builders, Inc.
City Manager recommending approval of a Memorandum of Understanding between the
City and Sustainable Neighborhood Builders, Inc. to redevelop property located at 1079
Elm Street.
RESOLUTION
Approving a Memorandum of Understanding with Sustainable
Neighborhood Builders, Inc. for the redevelopment of 1079 Elm Street
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution
3. Montrose Terrace Stairs Reconstruction
City Manager recommending that the City proceed with reconstruction of the Montrose
Terrace stairs.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
4. Smarter Sustainable Dubuque Project
City Manager transmitting a response to questions posed by the City Council regarding
the Smarter Sustainable Dubuque project and requesting that a work session be
scheduled for Monday, August 9, 2010 to provide an overview and update on the
Smarter Sustainable Dubuque project.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
5. McAleece BMX Bicycle Course
City Manager recommending approval of the creation of a BMX bicycle course at the
McAleece Recreation area at a cost of $6,000, using volunteer bike enthusiast’s
assistance.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
6. Dubuque County Empowerment
Communication from Wayne Demmer, Chair, Dubuque County Empowerment Board
Development Committee, issuing an invitation for a City Council representative to serve
on the Board Development Committee.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Council
COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS
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PUBLIC INPUT
At this time, anyone in the Council Chambers may address the Council on matters which are of
concern to that person and which are not an agenda item. Please take your place at the
microphone and state your name and address clearly. Proceed with your comments; however,
no formal action may be taken at this time on your comments because of the notice
requirements of the Iowa Open Meetings Law.
Jeanne F. Schneider
June 3, 2010
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