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TO: The Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
FROM: Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager
SUBJECT: Agreement Between the City of Dubuque and the Multicultural Family
Center
DATE: August 26, 2014
The Multicultural Family Center opened at its current location in 2009. At that time, a
non-profit 501(c)3 was started called Multicultural Family Center. A Board was
recruited, Articles of Incorporation were developed and approved and a 501(c)3 status
was granted. The staff was hired as City employees and most AmeriCorps members
were a part of City AmeriCorps programs at the time. Staff and operations were and
are supervised by the Leisure Services Manager. The Board established policies and
procedures for the Center, as well as implemented a variety of fundraising strategies.
The Board's focus was and is on programming and fundraising and the City's focus is
on staff, operations and infrastructure. The City performed and continues to manage
the day-to-day operations. This relationship has continued to mature since 2009. No
formal agreement was developed between 2009 and 2014. Most agreements are
developed because there is an exchange of funds. It was determined recently an
agreement would be helpful to both parties — the Board and the City. Work then began
by both to create and bring forward an agreement that outlines the partnership that to
date has been so successful in providing a Center, programs, activities and services in
the community.
Leisure Services Manager Marie Ware recommends City Council approval of an
Agreement Between the City of Dubuque and the Multicultural Family Center which
contains and identifies many responsibilities for both the Multicultural Family Center as
the agency, as well as the City. More importantly, the agreement codifies a successful
relationship in which both parties are committed to common goals. The mission of the
Multicultural Family Center is "The Multicultural Family Center empowers all families
and community members of Dubuque to reach their potential and build unity out of
diversity."
I concur with the recommendation and respectfully request Mayor and City Council
approval.
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Mic ael C. Van Milligan
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cc: Barry Lindahl, City Attorney
Cindy Steinhauser, Assistant City Manager
Teri Goodmann, Assistant City Manager
Marie L. Ware, Leisure Services Manager
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THE CITY OF
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TO: Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager
FROM: Marie L. Ware, Leisure Services Manager
SUBJECT: Agreement Between the City of Dubuque and Multicultural Family Center
DATE: August 25, 2014
INTRODUCTION
The purpose of this memo is to recommend acceptance of the Agreement Between the
City of Dubuque and the Multicultural Family Center (MFC), a 501(c)3.
BACKGROUND
The Multicultural Family Center opened at its current location in 2009. At that time a
non-profit 501(c)3 was started called Multicultural Family Center. A Board was
recruited, Articles of Incorporation were developed and approved and a 501(c)3 status
was granted. The staff was hired as city employees and most AmeriCorps members
were a part of City AmeriCorps programs at the time. Staff and operations were and
are supervised by the Leisure Services Manager. The Board established policies and
procedures for the Center as well as implemented a variety of fundraising strategies.
The Board's focus was and is on programming and fundraising and the city's focus is on
staff, operations and infrastructure. The City performed and continues to manage the
day-to-day operations. This relationship has continued to mature since 2009. No
formal agreement was developed between 2009 and 2014. Most agreements are
developed because there is an exchange of funds. It was determined recently an
agreement would be helpful to both parties — the board and the city. Work then began
by both to create and bring forward an agreement that outlines the partnership that to
date has been so successful in providing a Center, programs, activities and services in
our community.
DISCUSSION
The MFC Board drafted an agreement. City staff including Michael Van Milligen — City
Manager, Jenny Larson — Budget Director, Kelly Larson — Human Rights Director,
Crenna Brumwell — Assistant City Attorney, Randy Peck — Personnel Manager, and I
reviewed and revised the agreement. It is formatted somewhat like other purchase of
service agreements however this partnership is so unique that it contains and identifies
many responsibilities for both the MFC as the agency, as well as the city.
More importantly the agreement codifies a successful relationship in which both parties
are committed to common goals. The mission of the MFC is "The Multicultural Family
Center empowers all families and community members of Dubuque to reach their
potential and build unity out of diversity." The City Council's sustainability model has
two pillars, Social Cultural Vibrancy and Economic Prosperity that the mission of the
Center embodies. Programs, events and services of the Center address the principles
of community knowledge, community health and safety and community design. The
Council's top priority goal of Dubuque as a welcoming, inclusive community further
supports the acceptance of the Agreement between the Board and the City.
A recent example shows the value of this partnership and the outcomes. April of 2014
the Multicultural Family Center (MFC) offered a Dubuque Welcome Dinner/World
Carnival event for 50+ community members. The majority of the event was funded
through the Sustainable Dubuque Community Grant Program to the Multicultural Family
Center non-profit with the remainder covered by MFC Board funds. Afterwards, four
families that attended (new to the Dubuque community, two of which work at John
Deere and two at McGraw Hill) contacted the MFC staff asking to collaborate and create
an India Independence Day event.
MFC Board, MFC city employees and AmeriCorps members partnered with these
community members families to create "Flavors of India." The event took place on
August 15, 2014 with over 70 diverse long-term and new residents' attendance (see
photos on the next page) including several first time visitors to the MFC.
In addition to an amazing array of homemade food prepared by the Indian families,
traditional Indian clothing was available for people to try on and wear, Karaoke featuring
Bollywood music was enjoyed along with Indian children's games. Several people also
left the center adorning Indian henna tattoos. Guests also enjoyed an educational
presentation on the history and culture of India. There were questions from the
audience about the culture of India including many questions about the traditional
seven-day wedding ceremony. Attendees increased their understanding and
knowledge of a new culture and made new friends and acquaintances.
Thanks to the MFC Facebook page and a feature article in the Telegraph Herald the
event reached additional community members, increasing awareness of the
Multicultural Family Center and more importantly promoting an inclusive community in
which all cultures are welcome and included. This event highlights the great partnership
between the City and the Multicultural Family Center non-profit and it's Board and how
their work achieves the Board's mission and City Council vision and goals.
The Multicultural Family Center's Board at their August meeting reviewed and approved
of the attached agreement. It is now being presented for Council consideration.
RECOMMENDATION
I wholeheartedly and respectfully recommend acceptance of the Agreement Between
the City of Dubuque and Multicultural Family Center.
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attachments: agreement / photos
cc Crenna Brumwell, Assistant City Attorney
Barry Lindahl, City Attorney
Sarah Petersen, Interim Director Multicultural Family Center
John Stewart, MFC Board President
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AGREEMENT
BETWEEN
THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
AND
MULTICULTURAL FAMILY CENTER
THIS AGREEMENT, dated for reference purposes the day of
2014, is made and entered into by and between the City of Dubuque, Iowa (City) and
the Multicultural Family Center (Agency) organized under 26 U.S.C. § 501(c)(3).
WHEREAS, the City is a governmental body and the Agency is a nonprofit entity;
and
WHEREAS, the City and Agency wish to provide a welcoming place; programs
and events where all feel welcome, can meet and can build relationships; and
WHEREAS, the City and the Agency wish to ensure successful operation of the
Multicultural Family Center (Facility) that provides a safe, clean, and successful learning
environment; and
WHEREAS, the City and the Agency agree to respect the role of each and
conduct joint planning efforts for the betterment of both the City and the Agency; and
WHEREAS, the City wishes to build upon the success of Facility programs; and
WHEREAS, the Agency has a mission to empower families and community
members of Dubuque to reach their potential and build unity out of diversity; and
WHEREAS, the City has deemed it to be in the public interest to provide
personnel (currently a full-time director, part-time assistant director, part-time site
supervisor, and AmeriCorps members), property maintenance and support services,
and private contributors have allocated funds or other resources for the support of the
Agency and Facility; and
WHEREAS, Appendix A outlines City Council Vision, Mission, and Priorities.
NOW THEREFORE, the parties hereto agree as follows:
SECTION 1. AGENCY RESPONSIBILITIES. Agency will:
A. Develop a strategic plan and set specific goals and measurable
benchmarks each year related to programming and fundraising.
B. Develop policies related to programming.
C. Solicit and generate funding to support programming and programming
costs; Agency understands that the Director's role in raising funds will be limited
to grant, foundation and other sources, research and writing, supporting the
organizational efforts of the Board in fundraising efforts, and being available to
answer donor or potential donor questions related to Facility programming and
results.
D. Collaborate with City staff and community members to design and
implement programming in the following areas:
1. Cultural events and programs to celebrate diversity and encourage
cross-cultural interaction and understanding in Dubuque.
2. Educational, environmental, and service -orientated programs with
an emphasis on programs for middle school students, teens, and families.
E. Provide adults educational resources and community building
opportunities.
F. Lead and take minutes for all Board and Committee meetings, including
an Executive Session to occur at the end of each Agency Board meeting. The
Executive Session will include only the City Manager designee, Director, and
Agency Board, and its purpose is to provide an opportunity to talk about topics
not appropriate for an open board meeting. At the end of Executive Session, the
Director will be asked to leave in order to provide an opportunity for the Agency
Board to provide the City Manager's designee with input on a wide variety of
topics, which may include, but are not limited to mentoring, professional
development, and training needs, without the Director present. Any Agency
Board Member at any time can contact the City Manager or City Manager's
designee about any issue.
G. Abide by City of Dubuque policies governing the use of its facilities,
including policies relating to health and welfare, which are designed for the
benefit of the City and all facility users. The City Manager designee will provide
copies of all applicable policies to the Director and Agency prior to the
commencement of this Agreement and will also provide any new or modified
policies to the Director and Agency during the term of this Agreement.
H. Work with Inclusive Dubuque using the collective impact model to achieve
goals outlined in this Agreement.
Provide input on job description and assist in recruitment and selection
process as outlined in 2.1 (C) and (D).
SECTION 2. CITY RESPONSIBILITIES. City designates the City Managerto act as
its representative with respect to the work to be performed under this Agreement, and
such person has authority to transmit instructions, discipline, hire and fire employees,
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determine job description, 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.
2.1 City will:
A. Provide program and office space at 1157 Central Avenue, Dubuque, IA
52001;
B. Provide a management structure as follows:
1. Leisure Services Manager reports to the City Manager.
2. Director reports to Leisure Services Manager.
3. Other employees report to the Director.
Agency will be notified of any change determined by the City Manager in the City
management structure, the City Manager designates the Leisure Services
Manager as designee for purposes of the designated activities under this
Agreement;
C. Appoint a selection and recruitment team to assist in the recruitment and
selection process of the Director through the City Manager approved process,
which at a minimum will include the relevant Department Manager and the Chair
of the Board of the Multicultural Family Center. The City Manager will make
additional appointments to the selection and recruitment team with the input of
the relevant Department Manager and the Chair of the Board of the Agency. The
selection and recruitment team will consist of some members who are part of the
formal interview process and others who are involved in a less formal meeting
with the finalists. Those who participate in the formal interview will engage in
dialogue with the City Manager's designee about their recommendation. Those
who participate in ways other than the formal interview will individually rank each
final Director candidate and provide that ranking to the City Manager's designee.
The Manager's designee will then make a recommendation to the City Manager.
The City Manager will make the hiring decision;
D. Seek input from the Agency's Board Chair and the Governance
Committee Chair on the job descriptions, job search, and hiring process for the
Director and employees as determined and approved by City Manager;
E. Provide personnel, property maintenance, and support services as
outlined in Section 4 along with supervision of said personnel according to City
policies and procedures;
F. Act as a resource for the Multicultural Family Center Board on topics
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related to the Board's Mission;
G. Receive input of Agency Board members through Executive Sessions
described in Section 1(F);
H. Provide building and contents insurance;
Provide background checks for all volunteers;
J. Participate in the Agency's strategic planning process;
K. Receive information on staff from the Board with the understanding by the
Board that the City is limited in sharing personnel information with the Board.
2.2 City Multicultural Family Center staff will:
A. Supervise building during operating hours;
B. Collaborate with the Board on program development and evaluation
services, and implement programs accordingly;
C. Assist with process of raising funds, however will not solicit funds;
D. Write grants;
E. Further community initiatives in collaboration with both Agency and City;
F. Partner with community organizations to promote the Multicultural Family
Center and its mission;
G. Engage volunteers at the Center and with its programs;
H. Participate in Agency committees; and
Assist in marketing Agency programs.
SECTION 3. TIME OF PERFORMANCE. This Agreement will be from July 1, 2014
through June 30, 2015.
SECTION 4. COMPENSATION. City will provide personnel, property maintenance,
and support services to Agency for Fiscal Year 2015 estimated at an amount of two
hundred sixty-two thousand three hundred sixty-three dollars ($262,363.00). Including:
Full -Time Director
Part -Time Assistant Director
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Two (2) Part -Time Site Supervisors
AmeriCorps Members
Workers Compensation
Computer Maintenance
Brochure Printing
Copy Machine Maintenance
Annual Board Source Conference
Mileage Reimbursement
Local Training Opportunities
Director Parking
Internet Services
Flower Displays
Volunteer Background Checks
Director Computer Tablet
Janitorial Services
Property Insurance
Utilities
Property Maintenance
Alarm Testing
Computer replacement
SECTION 5. NON-DISCRIMINATION.
A. In carrying out the services under this Agreement, Agency will not discriminate
against any person because of race, creed, color, sex, age, national origin, religion,
sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability.
B. Agency agrees and will undertake whatever affirmative measures are necessary
so that no person will be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, nor 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, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation,
gender identity, or disability. Agency will take into consideration any ways in which
program design may be discouraging or limiting participation based on race, color,
creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability
and will take reasonable action to modify programs accordingly in order to broaden
participation.
SECTION 6. TERMINATION OF AGREEMENT. Either party has the right to
terminate this Agreement by giving written notice to the other party of such termination
and specifying the effective date thereof not less than thirty (30) days before the
effective date of such termination.
SECTION 7. ASSIGNABILITY. Agency may not assign any interest in this
Agreement without the prior written permission of City.
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SECTION 8. INSURANCE. At the time of execution of this Agreement by Agency,
Agency must provide City copies of Agency's insurance certificates showing coverage
acceptable to City which includes property contents coverage, liability and auto.
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA MULTICULTURAL FAMILY CENTER
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By:
Roy i Buol, Mayor Board Chair
ATTEST:
Trish L. Gleason, Assistant City Clerk
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SUSTAINABLE
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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/Eco logical Integrity
Social/Cultural Vibrancy
Five -Year City Goals
Planned and Managed Growth
Partnering for a Better Dubuque
Improved Connectivity: Transportation and Telecommunications
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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,
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
than me
• Improve Third Grade reading level
• Continue to become an inclusive community in which all
included
• Increase resident interaction using vehicles
neighborhood picnics, new neighbor welcoming
developed by residents
• Become a regional hub for arts and culture
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potential projects
of others different
feel welcome and
like clean
events, and
up campaigns,
other strategies
• 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
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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 21 st 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
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• 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
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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
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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 21 st 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
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• 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 21 st century jobs in Global marketplace
• Have top quality life options and job opportunities for all residents
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• 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
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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 Management Agenda:
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
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• 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 Accessibility 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
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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 24th)
• US 24/Fremont Avenue Traffic Signal: Upgrades
• NW Arterial/Chavenelle Intersection Improvement Project
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