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Proof of Publication_City Councl Proceedings 8 1 11CITY 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 Federal Building, 350 W. 6th 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 Initia- tives), David Lyons (IBM /Smarter Sustain- able Dubuque), and Kim Glaser and Bob Boge (Housing and Community Develop- ment). Highlights included: • Relationship of GHHI to the Sustainable Dubuque Goal o Envirdnmental/ Ecological Integrity: healthy air, clean water, native plants & animals o Economic Pro- sperity: regional econ- omy, smart energy use, resource management, community design o Social /Cultural Vibrancy: green build- ings, healthy local foods, community knowledge, reasonable mobility • What is the Green & Healthy Home Initia- tive? o Weatherization, energy efficiency, health, safety /educa- tion • Current 16 Green and Health Homes Initiatives national sites o Dubuque is the only city under 100,000 pop- ulation in the program • Collaborative Part- ners: community - based organizations and private- sector busi- ness • Funding Sources: Department of Housing and Urban Develop- ment, Community Development Block Grant, Iowa Depart- ment of Health, Department of Edu- cation, and the Com- munity 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 It 8/10 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 Federal Building, 350 W. 6th Street. Present: Mayor Buol, Council Members Braid, 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 Hill - crest 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 dis- pose of as indicated. Seconded by Connors. Motion carried 7 -0. Minutes and Reports Submitted: City Coun- cil proceedings of 7/18; Electrical Code Board of 5/23; Housing Com- mission of 5/24; Human Rights Commis- sion of 5/9; Long Range Planning Advisory Commission of 7/20; Safe Community Advi- sory Committee of 7/13 $102,627.74. Upon motion the documents were received and filed and Resolution No. 237- 11 Accepting the Car- negie -Stout Public Library Renovation Pro- ject, Contract No. 5 - Acoustical Tile Ceilings and authorizing the payment of the con- tract amount to the contractor was adopted. Zoning Advisory Commission: Communi- cation from Jeff Stiles submitting his resig- nation from the Zoning Advisory Commission. Upon motion the document was received, filed and the resignation accepted. Indiana Subdivision - Acceptance of Quit Claim Deed: City Man- ager 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 convey- ance of property in Indiana Subdivision to the City of Dubuque for storm water detention facilities was adopted. MWH Americas, Inc. / MidAmerica Energy Company: City Man- ager recommending approval of the execution of the City's License Agreement for the soil boring and monitoring well instal- lations on City right -of- way for the continued environmental assess- ment 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 recom- mending 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 Manager recom- mending approval of a Purchase of Service Agreement with Dubu- que County Iowa State University Extension for operating costs for recreation programs as part of the Neigh- borhood Recreation Program. Upon motion the documents were received, filed, and approved. Purchase of Service Agreement - Four Mounds Foundation: City Manager recom- mending 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 Recrea- tion Program. Upon motion the documents were received, filed, and approved. Purchase of Service 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 Assess- ments 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 Manage- ment Measures: City Manager recommend- ing 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 Insur- ance Program. Upon motion the documents were received, filed, and approved. Salt Handling Agree- ment: City Manager recommending appro- val 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 Man- ager 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 Assist- ance: City Manager recommending appro- val of a contract with the Iowa Department of Economic Develop- ment (IDED) for Iowa Values Funds Financial Assistance benefits on behalf of Flexsteel Industries, Inc., for a corporate headquar- ters 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 Econ- omic Development, the City of Dubuque and Flexsteel Industries, Inc., was adopted. Helping Services of Northeast Iowa: Com- munication from David Runyon, Executive Director of Helping Services of Northeast Iowa, thanking the City Council for its support and budget assistance. Upon motion the docu- ment was received and City ounce o e I y of Dubuque, Iowa, on the proposed issuance of Urban Renewal Tax Increment Revenue Obligations and the execution of a Devel- opment Agreement relating thereto with Green Industrial Sup- ply, 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 publi- cation 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 Mana- ger 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 Cove- nants and Restriction Conservation Ease- ment on the specified property at the Dubuque Regional Air- port. 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 Con- servation 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 (Expir- ing terms of Eudaley, Rogaskie, and Ronek). Applicants: Amy Euda- ley, 950 Wood Street; Patricia Rogaski, 1502 '/z Maple Street; Regine Ronek, 2282 White Street. Ms. Eudaley spoke in support of her appointment. PUBLIC HEARINGS I Irwin mntinn the rules STATE OF IOWA DUBUQUE COUNT' CERTIFICATIO I, Suzanne Pike, a Billing Clerk fc corporation, publisher of the Tele, published in the City of Dubuque, certify that the attached notice wa dates: August 10, 2011, and for w Subscribed to before me, a Notary this NM day of MARY K. WEST FIM Commission Numbs Pavers Project 17th - 18th, between Jackson & Washington Streets), and the City Manager recommending appro- val. Motion by Lynch to receive and file the documents and adopt Resolution No. 248 -11 Approval of plans, specifications, form of contract, and esti- mated cost for the Not, design, the ,r III campaigr could be mae. Motion by long -term by to receive and of contractorocuments and have complel the recom- similar projern. Seconded that no investors• Motion required by b. Eagle Point I -WEN Inc., Member Markent Agree- stated that thtyy Manger of CO2 offset iding appro- on a nationalDevelnn,,, . ,+ former Holy School and buildings. motion the nts were i and filed and on No. 245 -11 he date for a I on the Lion of the e of not to $350,000 Urban it Tax Increment e Notes of ie, Iowa, and 19 for publi- )f notice thereof lopted setting a hearing for a g to commence p.m. on August 1 in the Historic I Building. Duque Regional . - Conservation ent: City Mane- ?commending a hearing be set gust 15, 2011 to e of an interest property as set n the Declaration iservation Cove - and Restriction rvation Ease - on the specified -ty at the lue Regional Air - Upon motion the cents were ed and filed and Jtion No. 246 -11 Jtion of Intent to se of an interest of Dubuque real and fixing the for a public 19 of the City :11 of the City of aue, Iowa, on the sed disposition of iwned property in form of a ration of Con- don Covenants Restrictions and ling for the ration of notice of was adopted g a public 19 for a meeting rmmence at 6:30 )n August 15, 2011 Historic Federal ng. BOARDS/ OMMISSIONS Applicants were d to address the Council regarding desire to serve on ollowing Boards/ nissions: Housing nission: Three 3- terms through st 17, 2014 (Expir- erms of Eudaley, skie, and Ronek). cants: Amy Euda- )50 Wood Street; :ia Rogaski, 1502 rple Street; Regine k, 2282 White t. Ms. Eudaley STATE OF IOWA {SS: DUBUQUE COUNTY CERTIFICATION OF PUBLICATION I, Suzanne Pike, a Billing Clerk for Woodward Communications, Inc., an Iowa corporation, publisher of the Telegraph Herald,a newspaper of general circulation published in the City of Dubuque, County of Dubuque and State of Iowa; hereby certify that the attached notice was published in said newspaper on the following dates: August 10, 2011, and for which the charge is $391.64. Subscribed to before me, a Notary Public in and for Dubuque County, Iowa, this Nigyi day of �Zf , 20 /� . MARY K WEST 'M Commission Numbe Q4'41 Pavers Project 17th - 18th, between Jackson & Washington Streets), and the City Manager recommending appro- val. Motion by Lynch to receive and file the documents and adopt Resolution No. 248-11 a :IOW Notary Public in and for Dubuque County, Iowa. 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 IAomhar Mark Henning 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 appoint- ment of a City Council representative (cur- 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 Rede- velopment Project. Seconded by Braig. ing 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 Resolution No. 258 -11 Approving a Fiscal Year 2012 (Program Year 2011) Annual Action Plan - Amendment No. 1 for Community Devel- opment Block Grant (CDBG) Program. Seconded by Lynch. Motion carried 7 -0. ica's River III campaign assistance. Motion by Connors to receive and file the documents and approve the recom- mendation. Seconded by Connors. Motion carried 7 -0. JELD -WEN, Inc., Development Agree- 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 sing with skate- board- ers in the street and expressed the need for a single -use skate- board park in the City There being no further business, upon motion the City Council adjourned at 8:03 p.m. /s /Kevin S. Firnstahl Mounds Foundation for operating costs for the Day Camp Program as part of the summer Neighborhood Recrea- tion Program. Upon motion the documents were received, filed, and approved. Purchase of Service Agreement - Hills and Dales Senior Programs: City Manager recom- mending approval of a Purchase of Service Agreement with Hills and Dales for operating costs for the Lifetime Center to provide educational, recrea- tional 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 recom- mending 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 Hous- ing: City Manager recommending appro- val 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., Infor- mation and Referral and Child Care Referral: City Manager recommending appro- val 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 - Wash- ington Neighborhood Tool Library: City Man- ager 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 per- sons. Upon motion the documents were received, filed, and approved. First Half of 2011 Weed /Junk /Garbage Assessments: City Man- ager recommending the leY'; of special Northeast Iowa: Com- munication from David Runyon, Executive Director of Helping Services of Northeast Iowa, thanking the City Council for its support and budget assistance. Upon motion the docu- ment was received and filed. Liquor License Appli- cations: City Manager recommending appro- val of annual liquor license renewals as submitted. Upon mo- tion 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 recom- mending approval of the preliminary speci- fications for the Pump Room Roof Replace- ment 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 advertise- ment 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 construct- ing a 140,000 square - foot office /distribution and light manufac- turing 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 hearing of the Rogaskie, and Ronek). Applicants: Amy Euda- ley, 950 Wood Street; Patricia Rogaski, 1502 Y Maple Street; Regine Ronek, 2282 White Street. Ms. Eudaley spoke in support of her appointment. PUBLIC HEARINGS Upon motion the rules were suspended allow- ing 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 appro- val. 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 ordi- nance be considered and voted on for passage at two Council meetings prior to the meeting at which it is to be passed be sus- pended. Seconded by Braig. Motion carried 7 -0. 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 boun- daries for four (4) wards and twenty (20) precincts. Seconded by Braig. Motion carried 7 -0. 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 recom- mending approval. Correspondence from the Long Range Planning Commission recommending appro- val of the proposed Lake Ridge Urban Renewal Plan and stating that it is consistent with the 2008 Dubuque Compre- hensive 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 Permea- ble Pavers Project: Proof of publication on notice of public hearing to consider approval of plans, specifications, form of contract, and esti- mated cost for the Green Alley Per',eable & Washington Streets), and the City Manager recommending appro- val. Motion by Lynch to receive and file the documents and adopt Resolution No. 248 -11 Approval of plans, specifications, form of contract, and esti- mated cost for the Green Alley permeable Pavers Project (17th - 18th, between Jackson & Washington Streets); Resolution No. 249 -11 Resolution with respect to the adoption of the Resolution of Necessity proposed for the Green ally Per- meable Pavers Project (17th -18th, between Jackson & Washington Streets); and Reso- lution No. 250 -11 Approving the Sche- dule of Assessments and estimate of total cost for the Green Alley permeable Pavers Pro- ject (17th -18th, be- tween Jackson & Washington Streets). Seconded by Connors. Responding to ques- tions from City Council, City Engineer Gus Psihoyos stated that the completed green alley projects fared well during July 27th rain storm. Motion carried 7 -0. Eagle Point Energy - 1, LLC - License and Power Purchase Agree- ment: Proof of publi- cation on notice of public hearing to consider approval of a 25 -year License and Power Purchase Agree- ment 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 recom- mending 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 Com- pany. Seconded by Jones. Sierra Club Member Charles Win - terwood, 1555 Mont- rose Terrace, stated that this project will contribute to the goal of reducing green- house gas by the year 2030. Responding to questions from City Council, Eagle Point Energy - 1 Manager Barry Shear stated that due to its simple 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 CO2 offset is 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 $5,000 for participation in the East Central Intergov- ernmental Association plan for the Iowa Department of Econo- mic Development Sin- gle- Family New Pro- duction Round #2 Program, and the City Manager recommend- ing 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 Intergov- ernmental Association plan for the Iowa Department of Econo- mic Development Sin- gle- Family New Produc- tion Round #2 Pro- gram, and the City Manager recommend- ing 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 appro- val of the City of Dubuque's update of the Fiscal Year 2012 Dubuque County REAP Plan, submittal of the Tana acquuniun wi Inc E.B. Lyons Interpretive Center and Mines of Spain; the Bee Branch Creek Trail - MRT Route; and appoint- ment of a City Council representative (cur- rently Council Member Joyce Connors) to the REAP Committee. Motion by Jones to receive and file the documents, approve the recommendation, appoint Council Mem- ber Joyce Connors as the Council represen- tative, 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 car- ried 7 -0. Holy Ghost Urban Renewal District - Tax Increment Financing: City Manager recom- mending 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 con- sidered 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 Dis- trict, and other taxing districts, be paid to a special fund for payment of principal and interest on loans, or to be issued, incurred by said City in connection with the Holy Ghost Urban Renewal District Rede- velopment Project. Seconded by Braig. Motion carried 7 -0. Sale of General Obligation Bonds Ser- ies 2011A and Taxable General Obligation Bonds Series 2011B: City Manager advising that the sale of $6,330,000 General Obli- gation Bonds, Series 2011A; and $1,590,000 Taxable General Obli- gation Bonds, Series 2011B took place on Monday, August 1, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. The results were distri- buted. Motion by Con- nors 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 Obli- gation 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 recom- mending approval of the April 2011 Water and Resource Recovery Center Cogeneration Facilities report sub- mitted by Strand Associates, Inc., ap- proval to submit the plan to the Iowa Department of Natural Resources for possible low- interest loan fund- ing 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 recom- mendation. Seconded by Connors. Motion carried 7 -0. Inflow and Infiltration Reduction Financial Assistance Program: City Manager recom- mending 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 recom- mendation. Seconded by Connors. Respond- stat of 1 will of Motl Anni Ame Man ing the Anni the Dew Grave refle decr mun Bloc entit for Mot recd docd Notary Public in and for Dubuque County, Iowa. 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 appoint- ment of a City Council representative (cur- rently Council Member Joyce Connors) to the REAP Committee. Motion by Jones to receive and file the documents, approve the recommendation, appoint Council Mem- ber Joyce Connors as the Council represen- tative, 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 car- ried 7 -0. Holy Ghost Urban Renewal District - Tax Increment Financing: City Manager recom- mending 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 con- sidered 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 Dis- trict, 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 Rede- velopment Project. Seconded by Braig. Motion carried 7 -0. Sale of General Obligation Bonds Ser- ies 2011A and Taxable General Obligation Bonds Series 2011B: City Manager advising that the sale of $6,330,000 General Obli- gation Bonds, Series 2011A; and $1,590,000 Taxable General Obli- gation Bonds, Series 2011B took place on Monday, August 1, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. The results were distri- buted. Motion by Con- nors 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 Obli- gation 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 recom- mending approval of the April 2011 Water and Resource Recovery Center Cogeneration Facilities report sub- mitted by Strand Associates, Inc., ap- proval to submit the plan to the Iowa Department of Natural Resources for possible low- interest loan fund- ing 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 recom- mendation. Seconded by Connors. Motion carried 7 -0. Inflow and Infiltration Reduction Financial Assistance Program: City Manager recom- mending 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 recom- mendation. Seconded by Connors. Respond- ing 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 recommend- ing 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 Com- munity 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 Devel- opment Block Grant (CDBG) Program. Seconded by Lynch. Motion carried 7 -0. Grant Writing Assist- ance: City Manager recommending appro- val of a five -month contract with the Ferguson Group for $12,500 to assist with strategic planning, pre- paration and applica- tion 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 Amer- ica's River I11 campaign assistance. Motion by Connors to receive and file the documents and approve the recom- mendation. Seconded by Connors. Motion carried 7 -0. JELD -WEN, Inc., Development Agree- ment: City Manager recommending appro- val of a Development Agreement with JELD- WEN, Inc. to facilitate job creation at their facility located at 250 East 8th Street. Motion by Lynch to receive and file the documents and adopt Resolution No. 259 -11 Approving a Development Agree- ment 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. PUBLIC INPUT Representative Chuck Isenhart, 1665 Kauf- mann 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 pro- blems he is exper- iencing with and the dangers he is witnes- sing with skate- board- ers in the street and expressed the need for a single -use skate- board park in the City There being no further business, upon motion the City Council adjourned at 8:03 p.m. /s /Kevin 5. Firnstahl Acting City Cler It 8/10 :+ 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 Federal Building, 350 W. 6th 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 Initia- tives), David Lyons (IBM/Smarter Sustain- able Dubuque), and Kim Glaser and Bob Boge (Housing and Community Develop- ment). Highlights included: • Relationship of GHHI to the Sustainable Dubuque Goals o Environmental/ Ecological Integrity: healthy air, clean water, native plants & animals o Economic Pro- sperity: regional econ- omy, smart energy use, resource management, community design o Social/Cultural Vibrancy: green build- ings, healthy local foods, community knowledge, reasonable mobility • What is the Green & Healthy Home Initia- tive? o Weatherization, energy efficiency, health, safety/educa- tion • Current 16 Green and Health Homes Initiatives national sites o Dubuque is the only city under 100,000 pop- ulation in the program • Collaborative Part- ners: community - based organizations and private -sector busi- ness • Funding Sources: Department of Housing and Urban Develop- ment, Community Development Block Grant, Iowa Depart- ment of Health, Department of Edu- cation, and the Com- munity 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 at6:22 p.m. Kevin S. Firnstahl Acting City Clerk 1t 8/10 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 Federal Building, 350 W. 6th 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 Hill- crest 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 dis- pose of as indicated. Seconded by Connors. Motion carried 7-0. Minutes and Reports Submitted: City Coun- cil proceedings of 7/18; Electrical Code Board of 5/23; Housing Com- mission of 5/24; Human Rights Commis- sion of 5/9; Long Range Planning Advisory Commission of 7/20; Safe Community Advi- sory Committee of 7/13 Library Board of Trustees Update from Meeting of 6/28 Proof of Publication of City Council Proceed- ings of 7/5 and 7/6 Upon motion the documents were received and filed. Notice of Claims/ Suits: Benjamin Hei- derscheit 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: Ben- jamin Heiderscheit for vehicle damage; Mark Jennings for vehicle damage; Marty Klues- ner 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 ware received and $102,627.74. Upon motion the documents were received and filed and Resolution No. 237- 11 Accepting the Car- negie -Stout Public Library Renovation Pro- ject, Contract No. 5 - Acoustical Tile Ceilings and authorizing the payment of the con- tract amount to the contractor was adopted. Zoning Advisory Commission: Communi- cation from Jeff Stiles submitting his resig- nation from the Zoning Advisory Commission. Upon motion the document was received, filed and the resignation accepted. Indiana Subdivision - Acceptance of Quit Claim Deed: City Man- ager 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 convey- ance of property in Indiana Subdivision to the City of Dubuque for storm water detention facilities was adopted. MWH Americas, Inc. / MidAmerica Energy Company: City Man- ager recommending approval of the execution of the City's License Agreement for the soil boring and monitoring well instal- lations on City right-of- way for the continued environmental assess- ment 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 recom- mending 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 Manager recom- mending approval of a Purchase of Service Agreement with Dubu- que County Iowa State University Extension for operating costs for recreation programs as part of the Neigh- borhood Recreation Program. Upon motion the documents were received, filed, and approved. Purchase of Service Agreement - Four Mounds Foundation: City Manager recom- mending 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 Recrea- tion Program. Upon motion the documents were received, filed, and approved. Purchase of Service Agreement - Hills and Dales Senior Programs: City Manager recom- mending approval of a Purchase of Service Agreement with Hills and Dales for operating' costs for the Lifetime Center to provide educational, recrea- tional 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 recom- mending 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 Hous- ing: City Manager recommending appro- val 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 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 Assess- ments 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 Manage- ment Measures: City Manager recommend- ing 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 Insur- ance Program. Upon motion the documents were received, filed, and approved. Salt Handling Agree- ment: City Manager recommending appro- val 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 Man- ager 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 Assist- ance: City Manager recommending appro- val of a contract with the Iowa Department of Economic Develop- ment (IDED) for Iowa Values Funds Financial Assistance benefits on behalf of Flexsteel Industries, Inc., for a corporate headquar- ters 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 Econ- omic Development, the City of Dubuque and Flexsteel Industries, Inc., was adopted. Helping Services of Northeast Iowa: Com- munication from David Runyon, Executive Director of Helping Services of Northeast Iowa, thanking the City Council for its support and budget assistance. Upon motion the docu- ment was received and filed. Liquor License Appli- cations: City Manager recommending appro- val of annual liquor license renewals as submitted. Upon mo- tion 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 recom- mending approval of the preliminary speci- fications for the Pump Room Roof Replace- ment 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 City Council of the City of Dubuque, Iowa, on the proposed issuance of Urban Renewal Tax Increment Revenue Obligations and the execution of a Devel- opment Agreement relating thereto with Green Industrial Sup- ply, 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 publi- cation 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 Mana- ger 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 Cove- nants and Restriction Conservation Ease- ment on the specified property at the Dubuque Regional Air- port. 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 Con- servation 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 (Expir- ing terms of Eudaley, Rogaskie, and Ronek). Applicants: Amy Euda- ley, 950 Wood Street; Patricia Rogaski, 1502 '/z Maple Street; Regine Ronek, 2282 White Street. Ms. Eudaley spoke in support of her appointment. PUBLIC HEARINGS Upon motion the rules were suspended allow- ing 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 appro- val. 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 ordi- nance be considered and voted on for passage at two Council meetings prior to the meeting at which it is to be passed be sus- pended. Seconded by Braig. Motion carried 7-0. 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 boun- daries for four (4) wards and twenty (20) precincts. Seconded by Braig. Motion carried 7-0. STATE OF IOWA {SS: DUBUQUE COUNTY CERTIFICATION OF PUBLICATION I, Suzanne Pike, a Billing Clerk for Woodward Communications, Inc., an I, corporation, publisher of the Telegraph Herald,a newspaper of general circl published in the City of Dubuque, County of Dubuque and State of Iowa; h certify that the attached notice was published in said newspaper on the foil( dates: August 10, 2011, and for which the charge is $391.64. R1, Subscribed to before me, a Notary Public in and for Dubuque County, Iowe this / f. day of 20 j/ - MARY K WEST Ccmmlilion Num1J Pavers Project 17th - 18th, between Jackson & Washington Streets), and the City Manager recommending appro- val. Motion by Lynch to receive and file the documents and adopt Resolution No. 248-11 Approval of plans, specifications, form of contract, and esti- mated cost for the Green Alley permeable Pavers Project (17th- 18th, between Jackson & Washington Streets); Resolution No. 249-11 Resolution with respect to the adoption of the Resolution of Necessity proposed for the Green ally Per- meable Pavers Project (17th-18th, between Jackson & Washington Streets); and Reso- lution No. 250-11 Approving the Sche- dule of Assessments and estimate of total cost for the Green Alley permeable Pavers Pro- ject (17th-18th, be- tween Jackson & Washington Streets). Seconded by Connors. Responding to ques- tions from City Council, City Engineer Gus Psihoyos stated that the completed green alley projects fared well during July 27th rain storm. Motion carried 7-0. Eagle Point Energy - 1, LLC - License and Power Purchase Agree- ment: Proof of publi- cation on notice of public hearing to consider approval of a 25-year License and Power Purchase Agree- ment 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 recom- mending approval. Motion by Braig to receive and file the documents and adopt Notary Public in and for Dubuque County, Io 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 CO2 offset is 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 $5,000 for participation in the East Central Intergov- ernmental Association plan for the Iowa Department of Econo- mic Development Sin- gle -Family New Pro- duction Round #2 Program, and the City Manager recommend- ing 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 Intergov- ernmental Association plan for the Iowa Department of Econo- mic Development Sin- gle -Family New Produc- tion Round #2 Pro- gram, and the City Manager recommend- ing approval. Motion 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 appoint- ment of a City Council representative (cur- rently Council Member Joyce Connors) to the REAP Committee. Motion by Jones to receive and file the documents, approve the recommendation, appoint Council Mem- ber Joyce Connors as the Council represen- tative, 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 car- ried 7-0. Holy Ghost Urban Renewal District - Tax Increment Financing: City Manager recom- mending 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 con- sidered 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. 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 Rede- velopment Project. Seconded by Braig. Motion carried 7-0. Sale of General Obligation Bonds Ser- ies 2011A and Taxable General Obligation Bonds Series 2011B: City Manager advising that the sale of $6,330,000 General Obli- gation Bonds, Series 2011A; and $1,590,000 Taxable General Obli- gation Bonds, Series 2011B took place on Monday, August 1, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. The results were distri- buted. Motion by Con- nors 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 Obli- gation 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 recom- mending approval of the April 2011 Water and Resource Recovery Center Cogeneration Facilities report sub- mitted by Strand Associates, Inc., ap- proval to submit the plan to the Iowa Department of Natural Resources for possible low -interest loan fund- ing through the State Revolving Fund, and approval to complete the design services for bidding of the cogeneration in the fall of 2011. Motion by ing to questii City Counci Engineer Gus stated that the of this new will impact ti of the col Motion carries Fiscal YE Annual Acti( Amendment N Manager rec ing an amen( the Fiscal Y( Annual Action the City's Co Development Grant Prog( reflect a decrease in t munity Devi Block Grant entitlement for Fiscal Ye Motion by Co receive and .documents ar • 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 dis- pose of as indicated. Seconded by Connors. Motion carried 7-0. Minutes and Reports Submitted: City Coun- cil proceedings of 7/18; Electrical Code Board of 5/23; Housing Com- mission of 5/24; Human Rights Commis- sion of 5/9; Long Range Planning Advisory Commission of 7/20; Safe Community Advi- sory Committee of 7/13 Library Board of Trustees Update from Meeting of 6/28 Proof of Publication of City Council Proceed- ings of 7/5 and 7/6 Upon motion the documents were received and filed. Notice of Claims/ Suits: Benjamin Hei- derscheit 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: Ben- jamin Heiderscheit for vehicle damage; Mark Jennings for vehicle damage; Marty Klues- ner 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. Carnegie -Stout Public Library Renovation Project - Contract No. 2 - Doors, Frames and Hardware: City Man- ager 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 - University Extension: City Manager recom- mending approval of a Purchase of Service Agreement with Dubu- que County Iowa State University Extension for operating costs for recreation programs as part of the Neigh- borhood Recreation Program. Upon motion the documents were received, filed, and approved. Purchase of Service Agreement - Four Mounds Foundation: City Manager recom- mending 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 Recrea- tion Program. Upon motion the documents were received, filed, and approved. Purchase of Service Agreement - Hills and Dales Senior Programs: City Manager recom- mending approval of a Purchase of Service Agreement with Hills and Dales for operating' costs for the Lifetime Center to provide educational, recrea- tional: 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 recom- mending 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 Hous- ing: City Manager recommending appro- val 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., Infor- mation and Referral and Child Care Referral: City Manager recommending appro- val 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. of Economic Develop- ment (IDED) for Iowa Values Funds Financial Assistance benefits on behalf of Flexsteel Industries, Inc., for a corporate headquar- ters 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 Econ- omic Development, the City of Dubuque and Flexsteel Industries, Inc., was adopted. Helping Services of Northeast Iowa: Com- munication from David Runyon, Executive Director of Helping Services of Northeast Iowa, thanking the City Council for its support and budget assistance. Upon motion the docu- ment was received and filed. Liquor License Appli- cations: City Manager recommending appro- val of annual liquor license renewals as submitted. Upon mo- tion 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 recom- mending approval of the preliminary speci- fications for the Pump Room Roof Replace- ment 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 advertise- ment 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 Drnnn Hioc i i r fne +ho hcncivo Dian 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 (Expir- ing terms of Eudaley, Rogaskie, and Ronek). Applicants: Amy Euda- ley, 950 Wood Street; Patricia Rogaski, 1502 '/z Maple Street; Regine Ronek, 2282 White Street. Ms. Eudaley spoke in support of her appointment. PUBLIC HEARINGS Upon motion the rules were suspended allow- ing 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 appro- val. 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 ordi- nance be considered and voted on for passage at two Council meetings prior to the meeting at which it is to be passed be sus- pended. Seconded by Braig. Motion carried 7-0. 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 boun- daries for four (4) wards and twenty (20) precincts. Seconded by Braig. Motion carried 7-0. 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 recom- mending approval. Correspondence from the Long Range Planning Commission recommending appro- val of the proposed Lake Ridge Urban Renewal Plan and stating that it is consistent with the 2008 Dubuque Compre- Subscribed to before me, a Notary Public in and for Dubuque County, Iowa, this NM day of �f , 20 // . MARY K. WEST RM Commloolon Numb Pavers Project 17th - 18th, between Jackson & Washington Streets), and the City Manager recommending appro- val. Motion by Lynch to receive and file the documents and adopt Resolution No. 248-11 Approval of plans, specifications, form of contract, and esti- mated cost for the Green Alley permeable Pavers Project (17th- 18th, between Jackson & Washington Streets); Resolution No. 249-11 Resolution with respect to the adoption of the Resolution of Necessity proposed for the Green ally Per- meable Pavers Project (17th-18th, between Jackson & Washington Streets); and Reso- lution No. 250-11 Approving the Sche- dule of Assessments and estimate of total cost for the Green Alley permeable Pavers Pro- ject (17th-18th, be- tween Jackson & Washington Streets). Seconded by Connors. Responding to ques- tions from City Council, City Engineer Gus Psihoyos stated that the completed green alley projects fared well during July 27th rain storm. Motion carried 7-0. Eagle Point Energy - 1, LLC - License and Power Purchase Agree- ment: Proof of publi- cation on notice of public hearing to consider approval of a 25-year License and Power Purchase Agree- ment 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 recom- mending 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 Com- pany. Seconded by Jones. Sierra Club Member Charles Win- terwood, 1555 Mont- rose Terrace, stated that this project will contribute to the goal of reducing green- house gas by the year 2030. Responding to questions from City Council, Eagle Point Energy - 1 Manager Barry Shear stated that due to its simple Notary Public in and for Dubuque County, Iowa. 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 CO2 offset is 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 $5,000 for participation in the East Central Intergov- ernmental Association plan for the Iowa Department of Econo- mic Development Sin- gle -Family New Pro- duction Round #2 Program, and the City Manager recommend- ing 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 Intergov- ernmental Association plan for the Iowa Department of Econo- mic Development Sin- gle -Family New Produc- tion Round #2 Pro- gram, and the City Manager recommend- ing 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 appro- val 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 appoint- ment of a City Council representative (cur- rently Council Member Joyce Connors) to the REAP Committee. Motion by Jones to receive and file the documents, approve the recommendation, appoint Council Mem- ber Joyce Connors as the Council represen- tative, 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 car- ried 7-0. Holy Ghost Urban Renewal District - Tax Increment Financing: City Manager recom- mending 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 con- sidered 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 Dis- trict, 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 Rede- velopment Project. Seconded by Braig. Motion carried 7-0. Sale of General Obligation Bonds Ser- ies 2011A and Taxable General Obligation Bonds Series 2011B: City Manager advising that the sale of $6,330,000 General Obli- gation Bonds, Series 2011A; and $1,590,000 Taxable General Obli- gation Bonds, Series 2011E took place on Monday, August 1, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. The results were distri- buted. Motion by Con- nors 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 Obli- gation 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 recom- mending approval of the April 2011 Water and Resource Recovery Center Cogeneration Facilities report sub- mitted by Strand Associates, Inc., ap- proval to submit the plan to the Iowa Department of Natural Resources for possible low -interest loan fund- ing 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 recom- mendation. Seconded by Connors. Motion carried 7-0. Inflow and Infiltration Reduction Financial Assistance Program: City Manager recom- mending 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 recom- mendation. Seconded by Connors. Respond- ing 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 recommend- ing 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 Com- munity 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 Devel- opment Block Grant (CDBG) Program. Seconded by Lynch. Motion carried 7-0. Grant Writing Assist- ance: City Manager recommending appro- val of a five -month contract with the Ferguson Group for $12,500 to assist with strategic planning, pre- paration and applica- tion 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 Amer- ica's River III campaign assistance. Motion by Connors to receive and file the documents and approve the recom- mendation. Seconded by Connors. Motion carried 7-0. JELD-WEN, Inc., Development Agree- ment: City Manager recommending appro- val of a Development Agreement with JELD- WEN, Inc. to facilitate job creation at their facility located at 250 East 8th Street. Motion by Lynch to receive and file the documents and adopt Resolution No. 259-11 Approving a Development Agree- ment 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. PUBLIC INPUT Representative Chuck Isenhart, 1665 Kauf- mann 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 pro- blems he is exper- iencing with and the dangers he is witnes- sing with skate -board- ers in the street and expressed the need for a single -use skate- board 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 Cler- 1t 8/10 ;;r