5 3 21 Skeleton Notes, Meeting Call, and Chat LogCITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
SPECIAL SESSION
The Dubuque City Council met in special session at 5:00 p.m. on May 3, 2021.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and mandates for social distancing, this meeting was
conducted virtually via GoToMeeting and aired live on CityChannel Dubuque (Mediacom cable
channels 8 and 117.2), streamed live on the City's website at www.cityofdubuque.org/media,
and streamed live on the City's Facebook page at facebook.com/cityofdubuque.
Present: Mayor Buol; Council Members Cav7nag'h, Farber, Johes, R/snick, Roussel[,
SprVbk; City Manager VnVI Milligen, City Attoroy Brumwell.
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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 work sessions to receive updates on cyber security and the COVID-19
pandemic.
WORK SESSIONS (2)
1. CYBER SECURITY UPDATE
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City staff and network partners provided updates on the internal and community -acing R'l.ueds
responses to the COVID-19 pandemic. 6VPA.3 �bfi
• Community COVID-19 Update & Communication Response: Mary Rose Corrigan,�r Id -
Public Health Specialist
• Update on vaccine distribution, call center and outreach to marginalized communities:
Rick Steines, Fire Chief; Cori Burbach, Assistant City Manager; and Kelly Larson,
Human Rights Director
• Community Partner Presentations:
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Strategic Relations at the Community Foundation of Greater Dubuque
There being no further business, Mayor Buol declared the meeting adjourned at 6W
p.m.
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
REGULAR SESSION
The Dubuque City Council met in regular session at 6:30 p.m. on May 3, 2021.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and mandates for social distancing, this meeting was
conducted virtually and aired live on CityChannel Dubuque (Mediacom cable channels 8 and
117.2), streamed live on the City's website at www.cityofdubuque.org/media, and streamed live
on the City's Facebook page at www.facebook.com,//cityofdubuque.
Present: Mayor Buol; Council Members Cavanagh, Farber, Jones, Resnick, Roussell,
Sp?4k; City Manager Vanyilligen, City Attor71 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
SWEARING IN
1. Swearing -In - Mayor Pro TemSprank
Mayor Buol will swear in Mayor Pro Tem Danny Sprank.
PRESENTATION(S)
1. Women's Leadership Network -Woman of Achievement Awards -p.- C.h c h IC �O "y / 7
A representative from the Women's Leadership Network will recognize the following City
of Dubuque employee nominees and award recipients of the Women of Achievement
Awards: Cori Burbach; Mary Rose Corrigan; Jennifer Larson; Alexis Steger; Nicole
Salazar; and Arielle Swift.
2. Iowa and Minnesota Campus Compact Engaged Campus Award Winners
Human Rights Director Kelly Larson will present the Iowa and Minnesota Campus
Compact Engaged Campus Awards to Temwa Phiri, Community Engagement
Coordinator; Mallory Gardiner, Loras College student and Chair of the Dubuque Human
Rights Commission; Emma Earles, Loras College student; and Dr. Jake Kurczek, PhD,
Loras College Assistant Professor of Neuroscience and Psychology.
PROCLAMATION(S) f ��
1. Preservation Month Proclamation
On behalf of the Historic Preservation Commission.
2. Public Works Week Proclamation (May 16-22, 2021)
On behalf of the Public Works Department. Ar,elle ugt
3. Bike Week Proclamation (May17-23, 2021)
On behalf of Tri-State Trail Vision. Dw; N,wtter
CONSENT ITEMS
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1. Minutes and Reports Submitted
City Council Proceedings of 4/19; Arts and Cultural Affairs Commission of 3/23;
Library Board of Trustees Council Update of 4/22; Proof of Publication for City Council
Proceedings of 3/15, 4/5, and 4/6; Proof of Publication for List of Claims and Summary
of Revenues for Month Ending 3/31.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File
2. Notice of Claims and Suits
Andy Bradley for vehicle damage; Allyssa Krier 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: Andy Bradley
for vehicle damage; Allyssa Krier 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 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. Resolution Approving the Consent to Assignment and Assumption in the Matter of the
Development Agreement by and among the City of Dubuque, Giese Properties, L.L.C., and
Giese Manufacturing Company, Inc.
City Manager recommending approval of the consent to the assignment by the
Developer, Giese Properties, L.L.C., of its rights and obligations in the Development
Agreement dated April 19, 2021, by and among the City of Dubuque, Giese
Properties, L.L.C., and Giese Manufacturing Company, Inc., to MBMSD, LLC.
RESOLUTION Approving the assignment of the Development Agreement by and
among the City of Dubuque, Giese Properties, L.L.C. and Giese Manufacturing
Company, Inc by Giese Properties, L.L.C. to MBMSD, LLC
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
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6. First Amendment to Grant Agreement between the City of Dubuque and Friends of
Paradise Church to Redevelop Property at 2501 Jackson Street
City Manager recommending City Council approval of a First Amendment to Grant
Agreement between the City of Dubuque and Friends of Paradise Church for
rehabilitation of 2501 Jackson Street.
RESOLUTION Approving the First Amendment to Grant Agreement between the City of
Dubuque, Iowa and Friends of Paradise Church
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
7. University of Iowa Data Transfer and Use Agreement
City Manager recommending approval for the Bee Branch and Healthy Homes Program
to enter into a Data Transfer and Use Agreement with the University of Iowa.
RESOLUTION Approving a Data Transfer and Use Agreement with the University of Iowa
for the National Disaster Resiliency Grant Review requested by the US Department of
Housing and Urban Development
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
8. FY2022 Planning Services Department - Increased Fees (4%)
City Manager recommending approval of a 4% increase for Fiscal Year 2022
Planning Services Department fees.
RESOLUTION Rescinding Resolution No. 46-18, Establishing a Schedule of
Development Services Fees, and adopting in lieu thereof a new Schedule of
Development Services Fees as provided in Title 16 of the City of Dubuque Code of
Ordinances, Unified Development Code
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
9. Recommendation in Response to City of Sageville Annexation Proposal
City Manager transmitting information about the City of Sageville annexation history and
recommends that the City Council direct the City Manager to forward this information
onto the City Development Review Board. It is further recommended, regarding the most
recent annexation request from the Sageville City Clerk/Treasurer, that the City of
Dubuque take a neutral position (neither for nor against) the proposed annexation.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
10. Thank You Letter to Greater Dubuque Development Corporation (GDDC)from the Dubuque
County Public Health Incident Management Team (IMT)
Correspondence from the Dubuque County Public Health Incident Management Team
(IMT) acknowledging Greater Dubuque Development Corporation (GDDC) and its
partners in assisting the I MT with vaccination of essential workers in the community.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File
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11. Improvement Contracts / Performance, Payment and Maintenance Bonds
2021 Asphalt Overlay Ramp Project Two; 2021 Asphalt Overlay Ramp Project Three;
Eagle Point Park Bridge Pavilion Roof Replacement Project.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
12. Signed Contract(s)
Vendor Service Agreement with Graymont Western Lime for Eagle Point Water
Plant High Calcium Quicklime.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File
13. DuRide Financial Support Related to Free Rides to COVID-19 Vaccine Clinics
City Manager recommending a one-time payment to DuRide for $5,000, recognizing
them for the free rides they have been providing all Dubuque area residents to COVI D-
19 vaccine clinics.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
14. Acceptance of the City Hall Sidewalk Heating Boilers and Sensor System
City Manager recommending acceptance of the construction contract for the City Hall
Sidewalk Heating Boilers and Sensor System, as completed by Portzen Construction, in
the final contract amount of
$77,106.
RESOLUTION Accepting the City Hall Sidewalk Heating Boilers and Sensor System and
authorizing the payment to the contractor
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
15. Dubuque Smart Traffic Routing with Efficient & Effective Traffic System
(STREETS) Project Vendor Selection
City Manager recommending approval of the selection of PARSONS as the consultant
to provide services to design and implement the Smart Traffic Routing with Efficient &
Effective Traffic System (STREETS) project and authorize initiation of contract
negotiations with PARSONS.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
16. Alcohol License Applications
City Manager recommending approval of annual liquor, beer, and wine license
applications as submitted.
RESOLUTION 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
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
ITEMS SET FOR PUBLIC HEARING
( 1. Agreement with Affordable Housing Network Inc (AHNI) for Re -Development of Bishop
Block, 90 Main Street
City Manager recommending the City Council set a public hearing for May 17, 2021 on a
Development Agreement with Affordable Housing Network Inc (AHNI) for the re-
development of Bishop Block, 90 Main Street.
RESOLUTION Intent to dispose of an interest in City of Dubuque real estate pursuant to a
Development Agreement with Affordable Housing Network, Inc. providing for the release of a
mortgage and setting a time and place for hearing and providing for the publication of notice
thereof
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s), Set Public Hearing for
May 17, 2021
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BOARDS/COMMISSIONS
1. Boards and Commission ApplicantReview
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.
L Zoning Advisory Commission
One, 3-Year term through July 1, 2023 (Vacant term of
Smith) Applicant: Teri Zuccaro, 1765 Plymouth Ct.
This commission is subjectto the State oflowa GenderBalance Law. 7 Commissioners total; currently3
males/3females/1 opening
2. Boards and Commission Appointments
Appointments to the following commissions to be made at this meeting.
L Human Rights Commission
One, 3-Year term through January 1, 2022 (Vacant term of Hammel
Jr.) Applicants: Jake Kurczek, 1110 Victoria PI.; Nichole Weber,
535 South Grandview Ave.
This commission is subjectto the State oflowa GenderBalance Law. 9 Commissioners total; currently3
males/5females/1 opening
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PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. Fiscal Year 2021 Second BudgetAmendment C:5q p
Proof of publication on notice of public hearing to consider City Council
approval of the second Fiscal Year 2021 Budget Amendment, which amends
the Fiscal Year 2021 budget for City Council actions since the first amendment
to the Fiscal Year 2021 budget was adopted in September 2020 and
adjustments to reflect new grants, and City Manager recommending approval.
RESOLUTION Record of Hearing and Adoption of Budget Amendment
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
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2. Sale of City -Owned Property at 1659 Iowa Street
Proof of publication on notice of public hearing to consider City Council
approval of the disposition of City -owned real property located at 1659 Iowa
Street to GT Investments for $100, and City Manager recommending approval.
RESOLUTION Disposing of City interest in real estate located at 1659 Iowa
Street, in the City of Dubuque, Iowa
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
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3. 2021 Asphalt Overlay Ramp Project4
Proof of publication on notice of public hearing to consider City Council
approval of the plans, specifications, form of contract and the estimated cost of
$196,699.29 for the 2021 Asphalt Overlay Ramp Project 4, and City Manager
recommending approval.
RESOLUTION Approval of plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimated
costforthe 2021 Asphalt Overlay Ramp Project4
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ACTION ITEMS
1. Dubuque Community School District Recognition of Mary Rose Corrigan
City Manager transmitting correspondence from Stan Rheingans, Superintendent of
Dubuque Community School District, recognizing Public Health Specialist Mary Rose
Corrigan for her service as the district's primary liaison with the Dubuque County Public
Health Incident Management Team.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File
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2. 2021 Ken Kringle Awards Presentation 7E3 q P(n
Historic Preservation Commission Chairperson Bill Doyle and Assistant Planner Chris
Olson will give a brief presentation on the 2021 Ken Kringle Award winners.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Presentation
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3. Moody's Investors Service Credit Opinion Report on General Obligation Bonds
City Manager submitting the credit opinion report from Moody's Investors Service on the
outstanding general obligation bonds in conjunction with the issuance of Series 2021 A
and Series 2021 B general obligation bonds.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File
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4. Proceedings for Directing Sale of $29,395,000 Tax Exempt General Obligation Bonds,
Series 2021A and $12,495,000 Taxable General Obligation Bonds, Series 2021B and
Awarding Bonds to Best Bidder
City Manager recommending City Council approval of the suggested proceedings for directing
sale of the $29,395,000 Tax Exempt General Obligation Bonds, Series 2021A and
$12,495,000 Taxable General Obligation Bonds, Series 2021 B and awarding bonds to the
best bidder.
RESOLUTION Directing sale of $29,395,000* (subjectto adjustment perterms of offering)
General Obligation Bonds, Series 2021A
RESOLUTION Directing Sale of $12,945,000* (subject to adjustment per terms of offering)
Taxable General Obligation Bonds, Series 2021 B
RESOLUTION Authorizing the Redemption of Outstanding General Obligation Urban
Renewal Bonds, Series 2012A, of the City of Dubuque, State of Iowa, dated March 15,
2012, and directing notice be given
RESOLUTION Authorizing the Redemption of Outstanding General Obligation Bonds,
Series 2012B, of the City of Dubuque, State of Iowa, dated March 15, 2012, and directing
notice be given
RESOLUTION Authorizing the Redemption of Outstanding General Obligation Bonds, Series
2012E, of the City of Dubuque, State of Iowa, Dated December 10, 2012, and directing
notice be given
RESOLUTION Authorizing the Redemption of Outstanding General Obligation Urban
Renewal Bonds, Series 2012H, of the City of Dubuque, State of Iowa, dated December 10,
2012, and directing notice be given
RESOLUTION Authorizing the Redemption of Outstanding Taxable General Obligation
Bonds, Series 2012C, of the City of Dubuque, State of Iowa, dated June 28, 2012, and
directing notice be given
RESOLUTION Authorizing the Redemption of Outstanding Taxable General Obligation Bonds,
Series 2012F, of the City of Dubuque, State of Iowa, dated December 10, 2012, and directing
notice be given
RESOLUTION Authorizing the Redemption of Outstanding General Obligation Capital Loan
Notes, Series 2014B, of the City of Dubuque, State of Iowa, dated December 8, 2014, and
directing notice be given
RESOLUTION Authorizing the Redemption of Outstanding Taxable General Obligation
Capital Loan Notes, Series 2014C, of the City of Dubuque, State of Iowa, dated December
8, 2014, and directing notice be given
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5. Proposed Change to Building Code Amendments Modifying Window Sill Height
Requirements for Existing Properties
City Manager recommending City Council approval of an amended ordinance to adopt
changes to the International Property Maintenance Code and the International Existing
Building Code.
ORDINANCE Amending City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances Title 14 Building and
Development, Chapter 1 Building Codes, Article J Property Maintenance Code, Section
14-1J- 2 International Property Maintenance Code Amendments
ORDINANCE Amending City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances Title 14 Building and
Development, Chapter 1 Building Codes, Article K International Existing Building Code,
Section 14-1 K-2 International Existing Building Code Amendments
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Motion B; Motion A
Suspend the Readings
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Reading and Adopt
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6. Greater Dubuque Development Corporation - Board of Directors Membership
Correspondence from the Greater Dubuque Development Corporation requesting
t confirmation of City of Dubuque representation on it's Board of Directors for terms
starting July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2022.
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7. City Council Salary Compensation Review Process Initiation
City Clerk submitting information for initiating the process of reviewing City Council
salary compensation beginning January 1, 2022.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Council
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8. City Council Hybrid Meetings in Council Chambers
City Clerk transmitting information for initiating the discussion of City Council returning
to Council Chambers for City Council meetings in a hybrid meeting format.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Council
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CLOSED SESSION CLOSED SESSION @ ?,'3.5 p.m.
Pending Litigation and Purchase or Sale of Real Estate - Chapter 21.5(1)(c),(j) Code
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Mayor Buol stated for the record that the attorneys who will consult with City Council on
the issues to be discussed in the closed session are City Attorney Crenna Brumwell and
Attorney Les Reddick.
Reconvene in open session @ p.m.
ADJOURNMENT @ 9 t 3 F p.m.
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To: Adrienne N. Breitfelder, City Clerk
You are hereby directed to call a special session of the City Council to be held
on Monday, May 3, 2021 at 5:00 p.m. and conducted virtually for the purpose of
conducting work sessions to receive updates on Cyber Security and the COVID-
19 pandemic.
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Roy D. Buol, Mayor
To: Adrienne N. Breitfelder, City Clerk
You are hereby directed to call a regular session of the City Council to be held
on Monday, May 3, 2021 at 6:30 p.m. and conducted virtually for the purpose of
conducting such business that may properly come before the City Council.
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Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Consent Items: Pgs. 2-4
CLOSED SESSION STATEMENT
Meeting Date: May 3, 2021
For the record, the attorneys the City Council will consult with on the issues to be
discussed in the closed session are:
City Attorney Crenna Brumwell and Attorney Les Reddick
Chat Log C:\Users\abreitfe\OneDrive - City of Dubuque\Documents\ChatLog
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Adrienne Breitfelder (to Chris Happ Olson): 5:55 PM: Is this Chris Olson? I may
rename you for this meeting so that it is easier for the organizers to make you the
presenter.
Chris Happ Olson (to Everyone): 5:59 PM: It is!
Chris Happ Olson (Private): 5:59 PM: Sorry, yes.
Tim Johnstad (to Everyone): 6:07 PM: I'd like to provide comment on the face covering
ordinance during the appropriate public comment period. Thank you.
Adrienne Breitfelder (to Chris Happ Olson): 6:10 PM: No problem. Apparently I do not
have the ability to rename you, but if you right click on your name in the particpant list,
then you should be able to rename yourself.
Temwa (to Everyone): 6:41 PM: Thank you!
Chris Kohlmann (to Everyone): 6:50 PM: Welcome to the Dubuque City Council
Meeting. The public can provide input in teh Consent Agenda, Public Input and Public
Hearing sections of the meeting. Please state your name, address and the item you wish
to speak to in the chat.
Chris Kohlmann (to Everyone): 6:52 PM: Please mute your audio when you are not
responding to a question, present on an agenda item or making comment during a
public comment opportunity. Thank you!
Tim Johnstad (to Everyone): 6:55 PM: Tim Johnstad, 1255 Southern Ave. Would like
to comment on the sale of 1659 Iowa St
Tim Johnstad (to Everyone): 7:27 PM: Tim Johnstad, 1255 Southern Ave. I would like
to address the council during the public input period. Thank you.
Mary Rose Corrigan (to Everyone): 7:34 PM: Thank you Superintendent Rheingans, Mr
Mayor and City Council