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CS Agreeement_Dubuque Main Street FY 15THE CITY OF Dui Masterpiece on the Mississippi TO: The Honorable Mayor and City Council Members Dubuque band AI -America City r 2007 • 2012 • 2013 FROM: Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager SUBJECT: Contracted Services Agreement -- Dubuque Main Street DATE: May 6, 2014 During the Fiscal Year 2015 budget process, the Mayor and City Council provided $74,276 for a Contracted Services Agreement with Dubuque Main Street. Budget Director Jennifer Larson is recommending execution of the attached Contracted Services Agreement with Dubuque Main Street to provide funding for the agency to continue to implement a downtown revitalization program and to help fund a part time development position to help manage the economic development and design assistance function of the Historic Millwork District. I concur with the recommendation and respectfully request Mayor and City Council approval. JAI/144 krtAiki4 Mich el C. Van Milligen MCVM/jml Attachment cc: Barry Lindahl, City Attorney Cindy Steinhauser, Assistant City Manager Teri Goodmann, Assistant City Manager Maurice Jones, Economic Development Director Jenny Larson, Budget Director THE CITY OF Dui Masterpiece on the Mississippi Dubuque band AI -America City r 2007 • 2012 • 2013 TO: Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager FROM: Jennifer Larson, Budget Director SUBJECT: Contracted Services Agreement with Dubuque Main Street DATE: May 6, 2014 Attached for City Council approval is the Contracted Services Agreement with Dubuque Main Street for the City's financial support for Fiscal Year 2015. The adopted Fiscal Year 2015 operating budget provides for the payment of $49,276 to Dubuque Main Street. City funding enables the agency to continue to coordinate a downtown revitalization program aimed at the creation and retention of jobs, prevention and elimination of slum and blight, enhancement of the local tax base, and capturing of private investment. The adopted Fiscal Year 2015 operating budget also provides for the payment of $25,000 to Dubuque Main Street. This payment helps to fund a part time development position to help manage the economic development and design assistance function of the Historic Millwork District. It is my recommendation that the City Council approves the attached Contracted Services Agreement with Dubuque Main Street and authorizes the Mayor to execute the contract on behalf of the City. Attachment JML AGREEMENT BETWEEN CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA AND DUBUQUE MAIN STREET THIS AGREEMENT, dated for reference purposes the 1st day of July, 2014, is made and entered into by and between the City of Dubuque, (City) and Dubuque Main Street, a nonprofit corporation (Agency). WHEREAS, the City desires to engage the services of Agency to provide and implement a downtown revitalization program and to provide a part time development position; and WHEREAS, Agency has indicated its willingness to provide such services to the City; NOW THEREFORE, the parties hereto agree as follows: 1. Scope of Services Agency shall: a) coordinate a downtown revitalization program aimed at the creation and retention of jobs, prevention and elimination of slum and blight, enhancement of the local tax base and the capturing of private investment; b) develop and conduct ongoing public awareness and education programs designed to enhance appreciation of the district's architecture and other assets; c) work with appropriate public agencies at the local, state and federal levels to obtain necessary funding for downtown revitalization projects. These may include but not be limited to design assistance, promotional publications, building rehabilitation, parking and public improvements; d) utilize the National Trust's Main Street project format, develop and maintain data systems to track the process and progress of the project. These include, but are not limited to, economic data monitoring, individual building files, thorough photographic documentation of all physical changes and information on job creation and business retention; e) provide a part time development position to help manage the economic development and design assistance function of the Historic Millwork District; f) The City of Dubuque, Grand Opera House and Dubuque Main Street have collaborated on the installation and management of a sign on 8th Street. As agreed, the sign will be a public sign with an electronic reader board for advertising public events, and will include permanent signage for the Grand Opera House. The message control center for the reader board shall be located in the offices of the Grand, and the design may also include a remote center at City Hall. Control and responsibility of the message center will be jointly coordinated between the Grand, the City of Dubuque and Dubuque Main Street. On-going maintenance will be the joint responsibility of the Grand and the City of Dubuque. The Grand will be responsible only for those elements of the sign that identify the Grand on the structure. Insurance coverage for the sign will be included in the City of Dubuque's existing policy; and g) Comply with City Council goals and priorities set forth in Exhibit A. 2. City Responsibilities City designates the Economic Development Director to act as its representative with respect to the work to be performed under this Agreement, and such person shall have authority to transmit instructions, receive information, interpret and define City's policies and provide decisions in a timely manner pertinent to the work covered by this Agreement until Agency has been advised in writing by City that such authority has been revoked. 3. Time of Performance The term of this agreement shall be from July 1, 2014 through June 30, 2015. 4. Compensation City shall pay to Agency a total of $74,276 as compensation for the services provided by Agency, which payment shall constitute full and complete compensation for such services. The compensation shall be paid by City to Agency in four equal installments of $18,569, payable September 30, 2014, December 31, 2014, March 31, 2015, and June 28, 2015 upon receipt by City of a requisition for such sum from Agency. 5. Audit and Evaluation Inasmuch as the funds to be provided to Agency by City are public funds, the Agency agrees that it will maintain books of account in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Standards together with necessary documentation to support all expenditures. The records of Agency, including payroll accounts and other records of disbursements and receipts, and other records relating to the performance of the activities herein specified, shall be made available for inspection by City or any Certified Public Accountant acting on its behalf, in order to ascertain performance of Agency under this Agreement. Agency agrees to retain such records for not less than three (3) years. 6. Reporting and Monitoring a) Agency shall render to the Economic Development Director a monthly written report detailing its activities related to the use of City funds provided to Agency. Such report shall include a performance report on the program(s) supported by City funds and a financial report on the use of City funds, which shall be rendered no later than the fourth Thursday of the succeeding month. A written annual report shall be submitted to the City Council within sixty (60) days of year end. The annual report shall include a performance report on the program(s) supported by City funds and a financial report on the use of City funds. If Agency has an annual audit performed, Agency shall provide City a copy of the annual audit report. b) To aid in coordinating and directing the execution of this Agreement, when deemed necessary, a monthly meeting will be held with Agency staff and the Community and Economic Development Department, and other parties deemed appropriate by City and Agency. Such meetings will be held to insure proper communication and avoid duplication of efforts between City and Agency. 7. Discrimination In carrying the services under this Agreement, Agency shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability. Agency shall take affirmative action to insure that applicants for employment are employed, and that employees are treated during employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability. Such action shall include, but not be limited to, the following: employment, upgrading, demotion or transfer; recruitment or recruitment advertising; layoff or termination; rates of pay or other forms of compensation; and selection for training, including apprenticeship. Agency agrees and will undertake whatever affirmative measures are necessary so that no person shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activities funded in whole or in part with any of the funds made available to Agency under the terms of this Agreement because of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, degree of handicap, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability. 8. Termination of Agreement If, through any cause, Agency shall fail to fulfill in a timely and proper manner its obligations under this Agreement, or if the Agency shall violate any of the covenants, agreements or stipulations of this Agreement, City shall thereupon have the right to terminate this Agreement by giving written notice to Corporation of such and specifying the effective date thereof not less than thirty days before the effective date of such termination. If Agency shall fail to cure its default to the satisfaction of City in City's sole discretion within such thirty day period, this Agreement shall be deemed terminated at the end of such thirty day period without further action of either party. Upon termination of this Agreement, Agency shall return to City all unexpended funds and/or any funds utilized for purposes other than stated in the Agreement. 9. Assignability Agency shall not assign any interest in this Agreement without the prior written approval of City. 10. Insurance At the time of execution of this Agreement by Agency, Agency shall provide City copies of Agency's insurance certificates showing compliance with the insurance requirements of Insurance Schedule D, included as Attachment B. CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA DUBUQUE MAIN STREET Roy D. Buol, Mayor Dan LoBianco, Executive Director Witness: Kevin Firnstahl, City Clerk THE CITY OF Dui Dubuque All -America City Masterpiece on the Mississippi 2007 • 2012 • 2013 SUSTAINABLE DUBUQUE viable • livable • equitable The following is the official Vision & Mission Statements, Five Year City and Community Goals, Top & High Priorities for the City of Dubuque as well as the Management Plan and Major Projects as adopted by the Dubuque City Council at their annual goal -setting session August 20 — 21, 2013. The 2028 Dubuque Vision Statement The city of Dubuque is a progressive, sustainable city with a strong diversified economy and expanding global connections. The Dubuque community is an inclusive community celebrating culture and heritage and has actively preserved our Masterpiece on the Mississippi. Dubuque citizens experience healthy living and retirement through quality, livable neighborhoods with an abundance of fun things to do; and are engaged in the community, achieving goals through partnerships. Dubuque City government is financially sound and is providing services with citizens getting value for their tax dollar. Mission Statement The City's Mission is to deliver excellent municipal services that support urban living and a sustainable city plan for the community's future and facilitate access to critical human services which result in financially sound government and citizens getting services and value for their tax dollar. Five -Year Community Goals for a Sustainable Dubuque Economic Prosperity Environmental/Ecological Integrity Social/Cultural Vibrancy Five -Year City Goals Planned and Managed Growth Partnering for a Better Dubuque Improved Connectivity: Transportation and Telecommunications Five -Year Organization Goal Financially Responsible City Government and High Performance Organization 2013- 2015 Top Priorities: 1) Annexation: Direction on specific actions a) study implementation, b) corridor to Airport City Goal it is under: Planned and Managed Growth Objectives for Planned and Managed Growth: • Complete the Dubuque Millwork District as a thriving mixed use development with residential, retail/office, entertainment — a model for developers and other cities Have safe, healthy neighborhoods citywide and homes with a variety of housing options Have a thriving Downtown with professional offices, retail, residential and entertainment Continue strong vibrant 24/7 residential/central business core (Dubuque Main Street Service Area Downtown and Dubuque Millwork District) — including residential opportunities Annex areas consistent with the annexation policy, including City services to annexed area Increase the visual appeal and beauty of the city with attractive gateways, corridors, neighborhoods, homes and businesses Develop Washington Neighborhood as a model for other neighborhoods Means to Residents (outcomes): • Stable property taxes for residents and businesses • More job opportunities for all skill levels • Choice of livable neighborhoods • Opportunities for our children to stay in Dubuque • Predictable future development • Quality services to residents in annexed area 2) Arts and Culture organizations city support: Evaluation, potential projects review and priority, overall direction, funding level Community Goal it is under: Social/Cultural Vibrancy Objectives for Social/Cultural Vibrancy: Increase the mutual understanding, knowledge, acceptance of others different than me Improve Third Grade reading level Continue to become an inclusive community in which all feel welcome and included Increase resident interaction using vehicles like clean up campaigns, neighborhood picnics, new neighbor welcoming events, and other strategies developed by residents Become a regional hub for arts and culture Have an efficient public health system that focuses on prevention and wellness Means to Residents (outcomes): Everyone is welcome in the Dubuque community Living life without fear or threats Equal treatment for all by City staff • City services are available for all and delivered in an equitable and fair manner • City workforce reflecting the diversity of the community • Opportunities to experience arts and culture 3) Dubuque welcoming, inclusive community: Action plan Community Goal it is under: Social/Cultural Vibrancy Objectives for Social/Cultural Vibrancy: • Increase the mutual understanding, knowledge, acceptance of others different than me • Improve Third Grade reading level • Continue to become an inclusive community in which all feel welcome and included • Increase resident interaction using vehicles like clean up campaigns, neighborhood picnics, new neighbor welcoming events, and other strategies developed by residents • Become a regional hub for arts and culture • Have an efficient public health system that focuses on prevention and wellness Means to Residents (outcomes): • Everyone is welcome in the Dubuque community • Living life without fear or threats • Equal treatment for all by City staff • City services are available for all and delivered in an equitable and fair manner • City workforce reflecting the diversity of the community • Opportunities to experience arts and culture 4) Four Mounds Foundation/HEART program city support City Goal it is under: Partnering for a Better Dubuque Objectives for Partnering for a Better Dubuque: • Federal and State lobbying and advocacy for Dubuque • Partner for economic and workforce development • Partner with education • Partner for culture and arts • Partner for support of families and children • Partner for housing opportunities • Partner for healthcare and wellness • Partner for historic preservation • Partner for delivery of human services — meeting the needs of the underserved Partner for sustainability Increase resident engagement in the City's governance processes Means to Residents (outcomes): Bigger "bang" for tax dollars Enhanced economic development opportunities More ownership of end products — people involved in the process, and support outcomes • Better access and use of facilities • Protection of your interests 5) Management and Employee Succession Planning and Funding Organization Goal it is under: Financially Responsible City Government and High Performance Organization 6) Master Plan for Chaplain Schmitt Island: Development Community Goal it is under: Economic Prosperity Objectives for Partnering for Economic Prosperity: Diversify the regional Dubuque economy Retain, expand and grow local businesses, attract new businesses and to provide a more diverse tax base and job opportunities Have the infrastructure and amenities to support economic development and growth: industrial/business parks, streets and utility services, air service and housing Have employment opportunities for persons of all skill and education levels Work with Government and not-for-profit partners: Greater Dubuque Development Corporation, Dubuque Initiatives, Washington Neighborhood Development Corporation, Dubuque Main Street, Dubuque Area Chamber of Commerce, ECIA, Community Foundation of Greater Dubuque, local colleges (100 mile radius) and others for economic prosperity • Have a workforce prepared for 21st century jobs in Global marketplace • Have top quality life options and job opportunities for all residents • Embrace diverse population that support a multicultural workforce Means to Residents (outcomes): • Young professionals want to live here • Our children want to return to raise their families • More retail, service and entertainment opportunities — keeping dollars in Dubuque • Insulation from economic cycles through diverse businesses • Variety of job opportunities to citizens • Variety of education opportunities and internships for those jobs • Entrepreneurial opportunities to start and grow your business in the community 7) Safe Community Initiative: Monitoring, future direction, specific actions Community Goal it is under: Social/Cultural Vibrancy Objectives for Social/Cultural Vibrancy: • Increase the mutual understanding, knowledge, acceptance of others different than me • Improve Third Grade reading level • Continue to become an inclusive community in which all feel welcome and included • Increase resident interaction using vehicles like clean up campaigns, neighborhood picnics, new neighbor welcoming events, and other strategies developed by residents • Become a regional hub for arts and culture • Have an efficient public health system that focuses on prevention and wellness Means to Residents (outcomes): • Everyone is welcome in the Dubuque community • Living life without fear or threats • Equal treatment for all by City staff • City services are available for all and delivered in an equitable and fair manner • City workforce reflecting the diversity of the community • Opportunities to experience arts and culture 8) Washington Neighborhood Strategy: Business attraction, HEART program, update housing stock, homeownership, promotion, police substation City Goal it is under: Planned and Managed Growth Objectives for Planned and Managed Growth: Complete the Dubuque Millwork District as a thriving mixed use development with residential, retail/office, entertainment — a model for developers and other cities • Have safe, healthy neighborhoods citywide and homes with a variety of housing options • Have a thriving Downtown with professional offices, retail, residential and entertainment Continue strong vibrant 24/7 residential/central business core (Dubuque Main Street Service Area Downtown and Dubuque Millwork District) — including residential opportunities Annex areas consistent with the annexation policy, including City services to annexed area Increase the visual appeal and beauty of the city with attractive gateways, corridors, neighborhoods, homes and businesses Develop Washington Neighborhood as a model for other neighborhoods Means to Residents (outcomes): • Stable property taxes for residents and businesses • More job opportunities for all skill levels • Choice of livable neighborhoods • Opportunities for our children to stay in Dubuque • Predictable future development • Quality services to residents in annexed area 2013 - 2015 High Priorities: 1) Bee Branch Project: Specific projects, direction, funding Community Goal it is under: Environmental/Ecological Integrity Objectives for Environmental/Ecological Integrity: Reduce the community's carbon footprint (50% by 2030) Reduce the potential flooding through floodplain management, mitigation and protection Avoiding air quality nonattainment Become a smarter city using sustainable technology for water, energy, transportation, health and wellness, community engagement — a model community for the world Preserve Dubuque's natural and historic resources Reduce energy consumption and increase the use of alternative energy sources Means to Residents (outcomes): • Protecting the natural and historic resources and environment of Dubuque • City government using sustainable practice in daily operations • Healthy living environments: homes, neighborhoods and community • Clean water and air • Creating a more livable community • Opportunity for a healthy life style including local food products 2) Clean Air Attainment Strategy Community Goal it is under: Environmental/Ecological Integrity Objectives for Environmental/Ecological Integrity: Reduce the community's carbon footprint (50% by 2030) Reduce the potential flooding through floodplain management, mitigation and protection Avoiding air quality nonattainment Become a smarter city using sustainable technology for water, energy, transportation, health and wellness, community engagement — a model community for the world Preserve Dubuque's natural and historic resources Reduce energy consumption and increase the use of alternative energy sources Means to Residents (outcomes): • Protecting the natural and historic resources and environment of Dubuque • City government using sustainable practice in daily operations • Healthy living environments: homes, neighborhoods and community • Clean water and air • Creating a more livable community • Opportunity for a healthy life style including local food products 3) Greater Dubuque Development Corporation support Community Goal it is under: Economic Prosperity Objectives for Partnering for Economic Prosperity: • Diversify the regional Dubuque economy • Retain, expand and grow local businesses, attract new businesses and to provide a more diverse tax base and job opportunities Have the infrastructure and amenities to support economic development and growth: industrial/business parks, streets and utility services, air service and housing • Have employment opportunities for persons of all skill and education levels Work with Government and not-for-profit partners: Greater Dubuque Development Corporation, Dubuque Initiatives, Washington Neighborhood Development Corporation, Dubuque Main Street, Dubuque Area Chamber of Commerce, ECIA, Community Foundation of Greater Dubuque, local colleges (100 mile radius) and others for economic prosperity • Have a workforce prepared for 21st century jobs in Global marketplace • Have top quality life options and job opportunities for all residents • Embrace diverse population that support a multicultural workforce Means to Residents (outcomes): • Young professionals want to live here • Our children want to return to raise their families • More retail, service and entertainment opportunities — keeping dollars in Dubuque • Insulation from economic cycles through diverse businesses • Variety of job opportunities to citizens • Variety of education opportunities and internships for those jobs • Entrepreneurial opportunities to start and grow your business in the community 4) Historic Millwork District: Development, project monitoring City Goal it is under: Planned and Managed Growth Objectives for Planned and Managed Growth: • Complete the Dubuque Millwork District as a thriving mixed use development with residential, retail/office, entertainment — a model for developers and other cities Have safe, healthy neighborhoods citywide and homes with a variety of housing options Have a thriving Downtown with professional offices, retail, residential and entertainment Continue strong vibrant 24/7 residential/central business core (Dubuque Main Street Service Area Downtown and Dubuque Millwork District) — including residential opportunities Annex areas consistent with the annexation policy, including City services to annexed area Increase the visual appeal and beauty of the city with attractive gateways, corridors, neighborhoods, homes and businesses Develop Washington Neighborhood as a model for other neighborhoods Means to Residents (outcomes): • Stable property taxes for residents and businesses • More job opportunities for all skill levels • Choice of livable neighborhoods • Opportunities for our children to stay in Dubuque • Predictable future development • Quality services to residents in annexed area 5) Indoor Aquatic Center: Direction City Goal it is under: Partnering for a Better Dubuque Objectives for Partnering for a Better Dubuque: • Federal and State lobbying and advocacy for Dubuque • Partner for economic and workforce development • Partner with education • Partner for culture and arts • Partner for support of families and children • Partner for housing opportunities • Partner for healthcare and wellness • Partner for historic preservation • Partner for delivery of human services — meeting the needs of the underserved • Partner for sustainability • Increase resident engagement in the City's governance processes Means to Residents (outcomes): • Bigger "bang" for tax dollars Enhanced economic development opportunities More ownership of end products — people involved in the process, and support outcomes Better access and use of facilities Protection of your interests 6) Riverfront Leases: Agreement Community Goal it is under: Economic Prosperity Objectives for Partnering for Economic Prosperity: • Diversify the regional Dubuque economy Retain, expand and grow local businesses, attract new businesses and to provide a more diverse tax base and job opportunities Have the infrastructure and amenities to support economic development and growth: industrial/business parks, streets and utility services, air service and housing Have employment opportunities for persons of all skill and education levels Work with Government and not-for-profit partners: Greater Dubuque Development Corporation, Dubuque Initiatives, Washington Neighborhood Development Corporation, Dubuque Main Street, Dubuque Area Chamber of Commerce, ECIA, Community Foundation of Greater Dubuque, local colleges (100 mile radius) and others for economic prosperity • Have a workforce prepared for 21st century jobs in Global marketplace • Have top quality life options and job opportunities for all residents • Embrace diverse population that support a multicultural workforce Means to Residents (outcomes): Young professionals want to live here Our children want to return to raise their families More retail, service and entertainment opportunities — keeping dollars in Dubuque • Insulation from economic cycles through diverse businesses • Variety of job opportunities to citizens • Variety of education opportunities and internships for those jobs • Entrepreneurial opportunities to start and grow your business in the community 7) Smarter City: Smart health and wellness, smart travel, smart discard Community Goal it is under: Environmental/Ecological Integrity Objectives for Environmental/Ecological Integrity: • Reduce the community's carbon footprint (50% by 2030) • Reduce the potential flooding through floodplain management, mitigation and protection • Avoiding air quality nonattainment • Become a smarter city using sustainable technology for water, energy, transportation, health and wellness, community engagement — a model community for the world Preserve Dubuque's natural and historic resources Reduce energy consumption and increase the use of alternative energy sources Means to Residents (outcomes): • Protecting the natural and historic resources and environment of Dubuque • City government using sustainable practice in daily operations • Healthy living environments: homes, neighborhoods and community • Clean water and air • Creating a more livable community • Opportunity for a healthy life style including local food products 8) Southwest Arterial Project: Design, land acquisition, intersecting roads City Goal it is under: Improved Connectivity: Transportation and Telecommunication Objectives for Improved Connectivity: Transportation and Telecommunication: • Increase and sustain commercial air service, including additional provider(s) and hub(s) Have the ability to drive the Southwest Arterial (Iowa Highway 32) Develop a new model for public transit with high ridership by choice (working with ECIA) • Develop passenger rail service to Chicago • Develop an up-to-date, modern air terminal that appeals to air travelers • Improve traffic flow throughout the City (East-West Corridors, Roundabouts, Light Synchronization) Use "Complete Streets Concepts" Develop fiber optics redundancy Means to Residents (outcomes): • Reduced traffic congestion and improved traffic flow • Better conditions of streets, eliminated obstructions, and improved visibility • Commuting through telecommunications • Greater economic opportunities • Air access to multiple hubs 2013 - 2015 Manaaement Aaenda: ECONOMIC PROPERITY GOAL • Dubuque Initiatives: Next Step • Workforce Market Rate Housing Marina Store: Operational Project HOPE ENVIRONMENTAL/ECOLOGICAL INTEGRITY GOAL • Sustainability Purchasing Policy and Procedures • AVL for Transit • Grand River Center Electric Meters Project • City Operations: Sustainability Performance Measures • Sustainable Dubuque Community Grant • America's River III Task Force • Plastic Bag Reduction Strategy: Implementation • Fats/Oils/Grease: Policy, Program and Enforcement • DMASWA 28E Agreement: Evaluation • Community Green House Gas Plan: Implementation SOCIAL/CULTURAL VIBRANCY GOAL • City Workforce Diversity: Recruitment and Selection • Territory Accountability Design: Targeted Actions • Multi -Cultural Center Building Expansion • Intercultural Competency Program within City Government: Self Assessment, Training Intercultural Competency Program for the Community: Marketing to School District, Nonprofit and Community Organizations, Businesses • Police/Race Dialog • City Life: Implementation • Local ADA Compliance Program • Leadership Enrichment After School Program (LEAP) • Firefighter Internship for Recruitment of Diverse Workforce • Racial Profiling: Problem Analysis, Action Plan • Community Engagement Strategy: City Actions PLANNED AND MANAGED GROWTH GOAL Inflow and Infiltration Program/Home Inspections: EPA Consent Decree Implementation City Comprehensive Plan: Update • Flood Wall: Funding, Evaluation, Cell Protection • Statewide Urban Design and Specification City Engineering Standards (SUDAS) City Engineering Standards: Update • Washington Street Row House Units: Sale • Historic Preservation Program: Evaluation, Update • Downtown Loan Program: Implementation • West Third Street Reservoir Study • Housing Choice Voucher Program Water and Sewer Service Extension to City Residents and Businesses PARTNERING FOR A BETTER DUBUQUE GOAL Parks -School Joint Projects and Services: City Actions • City Volunteer Program: Development • Sister City Program: Delegation to Potential City • Veterans Memorials: Direction • Handicap Accessiblility for Parks: Direction • Bridges out of Poverty Program: City Support IMPROVED CONNECTIVITY: TRANSPORTATION AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS • Smart Transportation Program • Traffic Signal Synchronization: Citywide • Amtrak Train Platform (Port of Dubuque): Funding • Roundabout: ROW Acquisition a) University/Asbury b) Radford/Pennsylvania • Intermodal Transportation Facility in Historic Millwork District • Air Traffic Control Tower: Funding FINANCIALLY RESPONSIBLE CITY GOVERNMENT AND HIGH PERFORMANCE ORGANIZATION: • Website Content Management (CivicPlus) • 900 MHz Data System: Expansion • Employee Wellness Program: Five -Year Goals, City Internet Posting • Employee Involvement Teams: Expansion • Healthcare Cost Containment • Police Officer Recruitment and Retention • Records Management and Retention • City Hall Protocol and Safety • New CAD Software • Emergency Police Dispatch and Emergency Fire Dispatch • New Fire Pumper • Disaster Preparedness and Recovery Plan: Discussion Environmental Sustainability Management System (ESMS): ISO 14001 Model Program Affordable Care Act: Analysis of Impacts Major Projects: ENVIRONMENTAL/ECOLOGICAL INTEGRITY GOAL • SRF Green Alley Projects • Port of Dubuque Park: Development • City Greenhouse Project PLANNED AND MANAGED GROWTH GOAL • Water and Resource Recovery Center Project • Locust and Iowa Ramps: Renovation Project • North Softening Basin Renovation Project PARTNERING FOR A BETTER DUBUQUE • Comiskey Park Improvements • Northwest Arterial Trail — Bergfeld Recreation Trail Connection • Bunker Hill Golf Course Irrigation Improvements IMPROVED CONNECTIVITY: TRANSPORTATION AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS • Airport Terminal Project • Elm Street Reconstruction Project • One Way —Two Way Conversion Project • Cedar Cross Road: Design Wacker and JFK Traffic Signalization Project North Cascade Road: Design White Street Traffic Signal and Improvements Reconstruction (at 14th and 20th) • US 20/Fremont Avenue Traffic Signal: Upgrades • NW Arterial/Chavenelle Intersection Improvement Project 1