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CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
SPECIAL SESSION
The City Council met in special session at 5:15 p.m. on August 1, 2011 in the Historic
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Federal Building, 350 W. 6 Street.
Present: Mayor Buol, Council Members Braig, Connors, Jones, Lynch, Resnick, Sutton,
Assistant City Manager Steinhauser, (City Manager Van Milligen joined at 5:23 p.m., and City
Attorney Lindahl joined at 5:20 p.m.).
Mayor Buol read the call and stated this is a special session of the City Council to conduct a
work session on the Green and Healthy Homes Initiative.
WORK SESSION
GREEN AND HEALTHY HOMES INITIATIVE
Public Health Specialist Mary Rose Corrigan provided an overview of the work session and
introduced staff and partner representatives. A slide presentation was presented by Ms.
Corrigan, Eric Degne (Dubuque 2.0), Lindsey Harms (Green and Health Homes Initiatives),
David Lyons (IBM/Smarter Sustainable Dubuque), and Kim Glaser and Bob Boge (Housing
and Community Development). Highlights included:
Relationship of GHHI to the Sustainable Dubuque Goals
Environmental/Ecological Integrity: healthy air, clean water, native plants &
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animals
Economic Prosperity: regional economy, smart energy use, resource
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management, community design
Social/Cultural Vibrancy: green buildings, healthy local foods, community
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knowledge, reasonable mobility
What is the Green & Healthy Home Initiative?
Weatherization, energy efficiency, health, safety/education
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Current 16 Green and Health Homes Initiatives national sites
Dubuque is the only city under 100,000 population in the program
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Collaborative Partners: community-based organizations and private-sector business
Funding Sources: Department of Housing and Urban Development, Community
Development Block Grant, Iowa Department of Health, Department of Education, and
the Community Foundation of Greater Dubuque
Innovations and Collaborations
LEAN-Principled Training
Home Advocate Vision and First Pilot Home Review
There being no further business, upon motion the City Council adjourned at 6:22 p.m.
Kevin S. Firnstahl
Acting City Clerk
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CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
REGULAR SESSION
The City Council met in special session at 6:30 p.m. on August 1, 2011 in the Historic
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Federal Building, 350 W. 6 Street.
Present: Mayor Buol, Council Members Braig, Connors, Jones, Lynch, Resnick, Sutton, City
Manager Van Milligen, City Attorney Lindahl
Mayor Buol read the call and stated this is a regular session of the City Council to conduct
such business that may properly come before the Council.
Pledge of Allegiance
Invocation was provided by Chaplain Maria Wiblin of Hillcrest Family Services.
PROCLAMATIONS
Responsible Gaming Education Week (August 1-5, 2011) was accepted by Todd Moyer of
the Diamond Jo Casino and Brian Southwood of Mystique Casino; United Way Campaign
Time was accepted by Judy Wolf, United Way Campaign Co-Chair.
CONSENT ITEMS
Motion by Lynch to receive and file the documents, adopt the resolutions, and dispose of as
indicated. Seconded by Connors. Motion carried 7-0.
Minutes and Reports Submitted: City Council proceedings of 7/18; Electrical Code Board of
5/23; Housing Commission of 5/24; Human Rights Commission of 5/9; Long Range Planning
Advisory Commission of 7/20; Safe Community Advisory Committee of 7/13
Library Board of Trustees Update from Meeting of 6/28
Proof of Publication of City Council Proceedings of 7/5 and 7/6
Upon motion the documents were received and filed.
Notice of Claims/Suits: Benjamin Heiderscheit for vehicle damage; Abby and Marty
Kluesner for vehicle damage; Cole Schiel for personal injury. Upon motion the documents
were received, filed and referred to the 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: Benjamin Heiderscheit
for vehicle damage; Mark Jennings for vehicle damage; Marty Kluesner for vehicle damage.
Upon motion the documents were received, filed and concurred.
U.S. Mayor Magazine: City Manager transmitting two articles from US Mayor Magazine
entitled “Mayors Explore Opportunities for Cities to Work Smarter Using Technology,” and
“Houston, Evanston Win 2011 Mayors Climate Protection Awards,” which mention Dubuque
and Mayor Roy Boul. Upon motion the documents were received and filed.
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Carnegie-Stout Public Library Renovation Project – Contract No. 2 – Doors, Frames and
Hardware: City Manager recommending acceptance of the Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Renovation Project, Contract No. 2 – Doors, Frames and Hardware (supply materials only), as
completed by Doors, Inc., in the final contract amount of $95,791.00. Upon motion the
documents were received and filed and Resolution No. 236A-11 Accepting the Carnegie-Stout
Public Library Renovation Project, Contract No. 2 – Doors, Frames and Hardware (supply
only) and authorizing the payment of the contract amount to the contractor was adopted.
Carnegie-Stout Public Library Renovation Project Contract No. 5 – Acoustical Tile Ceilings:
City Manager recommending acceptance of the Carnegie-Stout Public Library Renovation
Project, Contract No. 5 – Acoustical Tile Ceilings, as completed by Artisan, in the final contract
amount of $102,627.74. Upon motion the documents were received and filed and Resolution
No. 237-11 Accepting the Carnegie-Stout Public Library Renovation Project, Contract No. 5 –
Acoustical Tile Ceilings and authorizing the payment of the contract amount to the contractor
was adopted.
Zoning Advisory Commission: Communication from Jeff Stiles submitting his resignation
from the Zoning Advisory Commission. Upon motion the document was received, filed and the
resignation accepted.
Indiana Subdivision – Acceptance of Quit Claim Deed: City Manager recommending
acceptance of the Quit Claim Deed for the storm water detention facility in Indiana Subdivision.
Upon motion the documents were received and filed and Resolution No. 238-11 Accepting a
conveyance of property in Indiana Subdivision to the City of Dubuque for storm water detention
facilities was adopted.
MWH Americas, Inc. / MidAmerica Energy Company: City Manager recommending approval
of the execution of the City’s License Agreement for the soil boring and monitoring well
installations on City right-of-way for the continued environmental assessment of the former
Peoples Natural Gas site. Upon motion the documents were received and filed and Resolution
No. 239-11 Authorizing License Agreement for site assessment between the City of Dubuque
and Theile Geotech, Inc., to conduct soil borings and install monitoring wells on public right-of-
way in the area of 925 Kerper Boulevard was adopted.
Request for Proposal – Public Safety Software: City Manager recommending approval of
the release of a Request for Proposal for public safety software for Dubuque County and City
of Dubuque emergency operations. Upon motion the documents were received, filed, and
approved.
Purchase of Service Agreement – Dubuque County Iowa State University Extension: City
Managerrecommending approval of a Purchase of Service Agreement with Dubuque County
Iowa State University Extension for operating costs for recreation programs as part of the
Neighborhood Recreation Program. Upon motion the documents were received, filed, and
approved.
Purchase of Service Agreement – Four Mounds Foundation: City Manager recommending
approval of a Purchase of Service Agreement with Four Mounds Foundation for operating
costs for the Day Camp Program as part of the summer Neighborhood Recreation Program.
Upon motion the documents were received, filed, and approved.
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Purchase of Service Agreement – Hills and Dales Senior Programs: City Manager
recommending approval of a Purchase of Service Agreement with Hills and Dales for operating
costs for the Lifetime Center to provide educational, recreational and social programs to senior
citizens at 3505 Stoneman Road. Upon motion the documents were received, filed, and
approved.
Purchase of Service Agreement – Northeast Iowa School of Music: City Manager
recommending approval of a Purchase of Service Agreement with the Northeast Iowa School
of Music for operating costs for providing music lessons for nine children as part of the summer
Uptown Recreation Program. Upon motion the documents were received, filed, and approved.
Purchase of Service Agreement – Opening Doors for Emergency and Transitional Housing:
City Manager recommending approval of a Purchase of Service Agreement with Opening
Doors for operating costs for operational costs for Teresa Shelter, an emergency shelter for 28
women and children, and Maria House, a transitional facility the houses up to 18 women and
children. Upon motion the documents were received, filed, and approved.
Purchase of Service Agreement – Project Concern, Inc., Information and Referral and Child
Care Referral: City Manager recommending approval of a Purchase of Service Agreement with
Project Concern, Inc. to help provide financial counseling and medical services information and
referral services, and child care resource and referral services to low- and moderate-income
residents of the City of Dubuque. Upon motion the documents were received, filed, and
approved.
Purchase of Service Agreement – Washington Neighborhood Tool Library: City Manager
recommending approval of a Purchase of Service Agreement with the Washington Tool Library
to provide lending free tools and equipment for low and moderate income persons. Upon
motion the documents were received, filed, and approved.
First Half of 2011 Weed/Junk/Garbage Assessments: City Manager recommending the levy
of special assessments for the first half of the 2011 Weed/Junk/Garbage Enforcement
Program in the total amount of $1,565, which is being levied against 14 separate parcels of
property. Upon motion the documents were received and filed and Resolution No. 240-11
Adopting the Schedule of Assessments for first half of 2011 and directing the Acting City Clerk
to certify the Schedule of Assessments to the County Treasurer and to publish notice thereof
was adopted.
Smart Planning Consortium Update: City Manager transmitting an update on the June 22
and July 13, 2011 Smart Planning Consortium meetings on the Dubuque County Regional
Smart Plan for Council review and feedback. Upon motion the documents were received and
filed.
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Flood Management Measures: City
Manager recommending approval of a letter to be sent to the Federal Emergency Management
Agency (FEMA) regarding the City’s efforts to implement the required floodplain management
measures for participation in the National Flood Insurance Program. Upon motion the
documents were received, filed, and approved.
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Salt Handling Agreement: City Manager recommending approval of a salt handling contract
with Gavilon Grain, LLC, d/b/a Peavey Company for the 2011-2012 season at $5.00 per ton.
Upon motion the documents were received, filed, and approved.
Morton Salt, Inc. Agreement: City Manager recommending approval of a one-year (through
May 31, 2012) salt storage and handling agreement with representatives of Morton Salt, Inc.
Upon motion the documents were received, filed, and approved.
Flexsteel Industries, Inc. – State of Iowa Direct Financial Assistance: City Manager
recommending approval of a contract with the Iowa Department of Economic Development
(IDED) for Iowa Values Funds Financial Assistance benefits on behalf of Flexsteel Industries,
Inc., for a corporate headquarters located in Dubuque. Upon motion the documents were
received and filed and Resolution No. 241-11 Approving an Iowa Values Fund Financial
Assistance contract by and among the Iowa Department of Economic Development, the City of
Dubuque and Flexsteel Industries, Inc., was adopted.
Helping Services of Northeast Iowa: Communication from David Runyon, Executive Director
of Helping Services of Northeast Iowa, thanking the City Council for its support and budget
assistance. Upon motion the document was received and filed.
Liquor License Applications: City Manager recommending approval of annual liquor license
renewals as submitted. Upon motion the documents were received and filed and Resolution
No. 242-11 Granting the issuance of a Class “C” Beer/Liquor License to Shannon’s Bar & Grill,
Torero, and Eagle Club (1-Day Outdoor Sale); and a Special Class “C” Liquor License (5-Day
Special Event) to the Dubuque Jaycees was adopted.
ITEMS TO BE SET FOR PUBLIC HEARING
Motion by Lynch to receive and file the documents, adopt the resolutions, set the public
hearings as indicated, and direct the City Clerk to publish notice as prescribed by law.
Seconded by Connors. Motion carried 7-0.
Pump Room Roof Replacement Project: City Manager recommending approval of the
preliminary specifications for the Pump Room Roof Replacement Project, and initiation of the
bidding process and that a public hearing be set for August 15, 2011. Upon motion the
documents were received and filed and Resolution No. 243-11 Preliminary approval of the
specifications, form of contract, and estimated cost; setting date of public hearing on the
specifications, form of contract, and estimated cost; and ordering the advertisement for bids
was adopted setting a public hearing for a meeting to commence at 6:30 p.m. on August 15,
2001 in the Historic Federal Building.
Green Industrial Supply Development Agreement and Land Sale: City Manager
recommending that a public hearing be set for August 15, 2011, on the disposition of
approximately 24.506 acres of property in Dubuque Industrial Center West to Green Industrial
Supply, Inc., and Green Industrial Properties, LLC for the purpose of constructing a 140,000
square-foot office/distribution and light manufacturing facility pursuant to a development
agreement with the City and the use of Urban Renewal Tax Increment Revenue Obligations.
Upon motion the documents were received and filed and Resolution No. 244-11 Resolution of
Intent to dispose of an interest in City of Dubuque real estate and fixing the date for a public
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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 Green Industrial Supply, Inc., and Green Industrial Properties, LLC and
providing for the publication of notice thereof was adopted setting a public hearing for a
meeting to commence at 6:30 p.m. on August 15, 2011 in the Historic Federal Building.
Paragon Square – Urban Renewal Tax Increment Revenue Notes: City Manager
recommending that a public hearing be set for August 15, 2011, on the sale of Tax Increment
Financing Bonds up to $350,000 to assist in the renovation of the former Holy Ghost School
and Convent buildings. Upon motion the documents were received and filed and Resolution
No. 245-11 Fixing the date for a meeting on the proposition of the issuance of not to exceed
$350,000 Urban Renewal Tax Increment Revenue Notes of Dubuque, Iowa, and providing for
publication of notice thereof was adopted setting a public hearing for a meeting to commence
at 6:30 p.m. on August 15, 2011 in the Historic Federal Building.
Dubuque Regional Airport – Conservation Easement: City Manager recommending a public
hearing be set for August 15, 2011 to dispose of an interest in City property as set forth in the
Declaration of Conservation Covenants and Restriction Conservation Easement on the
specified property at the Dubuque Regional Airport. Upon motion the documents were
received and filed and Resolution No. 246-11 Resolution of Intent to dispose of an interest in
City of Dubuque real estate and fixing the date for a public hearing of the City Council of the
City of Dubuque, Iowa, on the proposed disposition of City-owned property in the form of a
Declaration of Conservation Covenants and Restrictions and providing for the publication of
notice thereof was adopted setting a public hearing for a meeting to commence at 6:30 p.m. on
August 15, 2011 in the Historic Federal Building.
BOARDS/COMMISSIONS
Applicants were invited to address the City Council regarding their desire to serve on the
following Boards/Commissions: Housing Commission: Three 3-year terms through August 17,
2014 (Expiring terms of Eudaley, Rogaskie, and Ronek). Applicants: Amy Eudaley, 950 Wood
Street; Patricia Rogaski, 1502 ½ Maple Street; Regine Ronek, 2282 White Street. Ms. Eudaley
spoke in support of her appointment.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Upon motion the rules were suspended allowing anyone present to address the City
Council.
Redistricting Plan for City Wards and Precincts (Tabled from July 18, 2011). Proof of
Publication on notice of public hearing to review and approve the 2011 redistricting Plan for
City Wards and Precincts and the Precinct Agreement with Dubuque County, and the City
Manager recommending approval. Motion by Jones to remove from the table and reopen the
public hearing. Seconded by Braig. Motion carried 7-0.
Motion by Jones to receive and file the documents, approve the agreement and that the
requirement that a proposed ordinance be considered and voted on for passage at two Council
meetings prior to the meeting at which it is to be passed be suspended. Seconded by Braig.
Motion carried 7-0.
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Motion by Jones for final consideration and passage of Ordinance No. 38-11 Amending Title
16 of the City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances, Unified Development Code, by repealing
Chapter 8, Elections, and adopting in lieu thereof a new Chapter 8, Elections, establishing
boundaries for four (4) wards and twenty (20) precincts. Seconded by Braig. Motion carried 7-
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Lake Ridge Economic Development District: Proof of publication on notice of public hearing
to consider the approval of an Urban Renewal Plan for the Lake Ridge Economic Development
District that would include property along Lake Ridge Drive near Cedar Cross Road and the
City Manager recommending approval.
Correspondence from the Long Range Planning Commission recommending approval of
the proposed Lake Ridge Urban Renewal Plan and stating that it is consistent with the 2008
Dubuque Comprehensive Plan.
Motion by Connors to receive and file the documents and adopt Resolution No. 247-11
Approving the Urban Renewal Plan for the Lake Ridge Economic Development District.
Seconded by Resnick. Motion carried 7-0.
Green Alley Permeable Pavers Project: Proof of publication on notice of public hearing to
consider approval of plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimated cost for the Green
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Alley Permeable Pavers Project 17 – 18, between Jackson & Washington Streets), and the
City Manager recommending approval. Motion by Lynch to receive and file the documents and
adopt Resolution No. 248-11 Approval of plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimated
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cost for the Green Alley permeable Pavers Project (17-18, between Jackson & Washington
Streets); Resolution No. 249-11 Resolution with respect to the adoption of the Resolution of
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Necessity proposed for the Green ally Permeable Pavers Project (17-18, between Jackson
& Washington Streets); and Resolution No. 250-11 Approving the Schedule of Assessments
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and estimate of total cost for the Green Alley permeable Pavers Project (17-18, between
Jackson & Washington Streets). Seconded by Connors. Responding to questions from City
Council, City Engineer Gus Psihoyos stated that the completed green alley projects fared well
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during July 27 rain storm. Motion carried 7-0.
Eagle Point Energy – 1, LLC – License and Power Purchase Agreement: Proof of
publication on notice of public hearing to consider approval of a 25-year License and Power
Purchase Agreement with Eagle Point Energy – 1, LLC to install solar panels on the Public
Works facility on Kerper Court and provide electricity to the facility, and the City Manager
recommending approval. Motion by Braig to receive and file the documents and adopt
Resolution No. 251-11 Approval of a License and Power Purchase Agreement between the
City of Dubuque, Iowa, and Eagle Point Energy – 1, LLC an Iowa Limited Liability Company.
Seconded by Jones. Sierra Club Member Charles Winterwood, 1555 Montrose Terrace, stated
that this project will contribute to the goal of reducing greenhouse gas by the year 2030.
Responding to questions from City Council, Eagle Point Energy – 1 Manager Barry Shear
stated that due to its simple design, the system could be maintained long-term by a variety of
contractors, they have completed five similar projects, and that no investment is required by
the City. Eagle Point Energy Member Mark Henning stated that the amount of CO offset is
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based on a national average and that the solar panels themselves provide energy savings by
shading the roof. Motion carried 7-0.
Sale of Property – 1052 Rush Street: Proof of publication on notice of public hearing to
consider the sale of a City-owned vacant lot at 1052 Rush Street to Routley Construction for
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$5,000 for participation in the East Central Intergovernmental Association plan for the Iowa
Department of Economic Development Single-Family New Production Round #2 Program, and
the City Manager recommending approval. Motion by Connors to receive and file the
documents and adopt Resolution No. 252-11 Disposing of an interest in City-owned property to
Routley Construction. Seconded by Braig. Motion carried 7-0.
Sale of Property – 1895 Wood Street: Proof of publication on notice of public hearing to
consider the sale of a City-owned vacant lot at 1895 Wood Street to Routley Construction for
$1.00 for participation in the East Central Intergovernmental Association plan for the Iowa
Department of Economic Development Single-Family New Production Round #2 Program, and
the City Manager recommending approval. Motion by Connors to receive and file the
documents and adopt Resolution No. 253-11 Disposing of an interest in City-owned property to
Routely Construction. Seconded by Braig. Motion carried 7-0.
Upon motion the rules were reinstated limiting discussion to the City Council.
ACTION ITEMS
Fiscal Year 2012 Dubuque County REAP Plan: City Manager recommending approval of
the City of Dubuque’s update of the Fiscal Year 2012 Dubuque County REAP Plan, submittal
of the Fiscal Year 2011 REAP grant applications for land acquisition for the E.B. Lyons
Interpretive Center and Mines of Spain; the Bee Branch Creek Trail – MRT Route; and
appointment of a City Council representative (currently Council Member Joyce Connors) to the
REAP Committee. Motion by Jones to receive and file the documents , approve the
recommendation, appoint Council Member Joyce Connors as the Council representative, and
adopt Resolution No. 254-11 Authorizing REAP Grant Application to Iowa Department of
Natural Resources for land acquisition for E.B. Lyons Interpretive Center and Mines of Spain;
and Resolution No. 255-11 Authorizing REAP Grant Application to Iowa Department of Natural
Resources for Bee Branch Creek Trail – MRT Route. Seconded by Braig. Motion carried 7-0.
Holy Ghost Urban Renewal District – Tax Increment Financing: City Manager
recommending approval of the creation of the tax increment financing district for the Holy
Ghost Urban Renewal District. Adoption of the proposed tax increment ordinance is needed to
establish the use of tax increment financing to the district. Motion by Jones to receive and file
the documents and that the requirement that a proposed ordinance be considered and voted
on for passage at two Council meetings prior to the meeting at which it is to be passed be
suspended. Seconded by Braig. Motion carried 7-0.
Motion by Jones for final consideration and passage of Ordinance No. 39-11 Providing that
general property taxes levied and collected each year on all property located within the Holy
Ghost Urban Renewal District of the City of Dubuque, County of Dubuque, State of Iowa, by
and for the benefit of the State of Iowa, City of Dubuque, County of Dubuque, Dubuque
Community School District, and other taxing districts, be paid to a special fund for payment of
principal and interest on loans, monies advanced to and indebtedness, including bonds issued
or to be issued, incurred by said City in connection with the Holy Ghost Urban Renewal District
Redevelopment Project. Seconded by Braig. Motion carried 7-0.
Sale of General Obligation Bonds Series 2011A and Taxable General Obligation Bonds
Series 2011B: City Manager advising that the sale of $6,330,000 General Obligation Bonds,
Series 2011A; and $1,590,000 Taxable General Obligation Bonds, Series 2011B took place on
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Monday, August 1, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. The results were distributed. Motion by Connors to
receive and file the documents and adopt Resolution No. 256-11 Directing sale of General
Obligation Bonds, Series 2011A; and Resolution No. 257-11 Directing sale of Taxable General
Obligation Bonds, Series 2011B. Seconded by Jones. PFM Senior Managing Consultant
Tionna Pooler provided a summary of the bond sale. Motion carried 7-0.
Water and Resource Recovery Center – Cogeneration Project: City Manager
recommending approval of the April 2011 Water and Resource Recovery Center Cogeneration
Facilities report submitted by Strand Associates, Inc., approval to submit the plan to the Iowa
Department of Natural Resources for possible low-interest loan funding through the State
Revolving Fund, and approval to complete the design services for bidding of the cogeneration
in the fall of 2011. Motion by Jones to receive and file the documents and approve the
recommendation. Seconded by Connors. Motion carried 7-0.
Inflow and Infiltration Reduction Financial Assistance Program: City Manager
recommending establishing a cost-sharing financial assistance program to qualified property
owners for the City’s Inflow and Infiltration Reduction Program. Motion by Jones to receive and
file the documents and approve the recommendation. Seconded by Connors. Responding to
questions from City Council, City Engineer Gus Psihoyos stated that the benefits of this new
program will impact the whole of the community. Motion carried 7-0.
Fiscal Year 2012 Annual Action Plan Amendment No. 1: City Manager recommending an
amendment to the Fiscal Year 2012 Annual Action Plan for the City's Community Development
Block Grant Program to reflect a $217,086 decrease in the Community Development Block
Grant (CDBG) entitlement allocation for Fiscal Year 2012. Motion by Connors to receive and
file the documents and adopt Resolution No. 258-11 Approving a Fiscal Year 2012 (Program
Year 2011) Annual Action Plan – Amendment No. 1 for Community Development Block Grant
(CDBG) Program. Seconded by Lynch. Motion carried 7-0.
Grant Writing Assistance: City Manager recommending approval of a five-month contract
with the Ferguson Group for $12,500 to assist with strategic planning, preparation and
application of federal grant applications, and $25,714 to extend the contract of the current
Management Intern until June 30, 2012, to provide grant writing assistance and America’s
River III campaign assistance. Motion by Connors to receive and file the documents and
approve the recommendation. Seconded by Connors. Motion carried 7-0.
JELD-WEN, Inc., Development Agreement: City Manager recommending approval of a
Development Agreement with JELD-WEN, Inc. to facilitate job creation at their facility located
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at 250 East 8 Street. Motion by Lynch to receive and file the documents and adopt Resolution
No. 259-11 Approving a Development Agreement between the City of Dubuque, Iowa and
JELD-WEN, Inc. Seconded by Resnick. Motion carried 7-0.
COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS
City Council Members expressed gratitude to City staff for their remarkable job during the
rain storm on July 27 and to the citizens who are volunteering during the clean up.
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Representative Chuck Isenhart, 1665 Kaufmann Avenue, spoke about how inspired he is by
the great energy projects taking place in Dubuque and the impact of the recent strom on his
district.
Joseph Jacobsmeier 1343 Loras Boulevard, spoke about the problems he is experiencing
with and the dangers he is witnessing with skateboarders in the street and expressed the need
for a single-use skateboard park in the City
There being no further business, upon motion the City Council adjourned at 8:03 p.m.
/s/Kevin S. Firnstahl
Acting City Clerk
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