16-JUL- DUBUQUE MGMT - VISION 2031 editedDUBUQUE VISION 2031
GUIDING PRINCIPLES
A. PROGRESSIVE
B. SUSTAINABILITY
1. Development of hydro-power energy options
2. Expanded waste to energy
3. Expanded use of methane gas as an energy source
4. Achieving the 2030 Goal - 50% reduction
5. Expanded use of solar energy options, particularly in income areas,
businesses and residential
C. STRONG DIVERSE ECONOMY
1. Industrial development along the Southwest Arterial
2. Expanded industrial parks with land available for industrial
development and business investment
3. Revitalized and business investment along the Kerper Boulevard
corridor, including an attractive gateway from Wisconsin, redeveloped "Old
Pack" site, link to Chaplain Schmitt Island, improved streetscape
4. Expanded tourism - more national and international visitors coming to
Dubuque
5. Docking facility(ies) for river cruises with scheduled visits and tours
6. Expanded sports tourism and supporting facilities with more regional,
state and national tournaments
7. Reducing the gap in high school graduation rates
8. Increasing the percentage reading rates for 3rd graders
9. Increasing community wealth - household income
10. Expanded retail - international/national chains, more ethnic
restaurants, retail - women's clothing, REI, etc.
11. Diverse, international industries that are community oriented,
employee focused with amenities (Google Model)
12. Education and workforce programs matching jobs and careers
13. More quality shopping centers
14. Viable and thriving private colleges/universities and community
college
D. EXPANDING GLOBAL CONNECTIONS 1. Completion of the four-Laning of the Southwest Arterial with bike
lanes, no curb cuts, attractive streetscape including trees, mix of residential and
industrial development
2. Expanded use of roundabouts
E. INCLUSIVE COMMUNITY CELEBRATING CULTURE AND
HERITAGE 1. Minority communities with recognized, visible leadership at all levels
2. Development of a minority middle class which is active in the
community
3. Increasingly diverse population
F. MASTERPIECE ON THE MISSISSIPPI 1. Redevelopment of Chaplain Schmitt Island: development of housing,
docking facilities, kayaking opportunities, amphitheater/indoor facility with a
variety of programs and activities, Boardwalk around the Island for walking and
biking, restaurants
2. Redevelopment of South Port as an exciting community destination
with easy access, condos, restaurants and entertainment venues, dog park,
upgrade water and sewer infrastructure, docking facility(ies), opportunities to
experience a "working harbor"
3. Trail connectivity along the entire Riverfront, including a bridge over
the flood wall
4. Central Avenue, including 2 way traffic, improved streetscape and
lighting, upgrade City infrastructure, pedestrian friendly, expanded retail
options
5. Redevelopment of old Prescott Building and H & W Building
6. Restored Dubuque Malt and Brewing Company with northend
revitalization
G. EXPERIENCE HEALTHY LIVING AND ACTIVE
RETIREMENT
1. Accessibility to a quality, coordinated behavioral and mental health
system for treatment and maintenance
2. Variety of community organizations/agencies providing preventative
programs
3. Reduced obesity among residents
4. Expanded options for exercise and healthy eating
5. Achieving national recognition: "#5 Healthy Communities"
6. Reduced alcohol and drug abuse and use
7. Increased mental and physical health of the whole person
8. Development a "Culture of Health"
9. Development of Health Risk/Impact Assessment tools 10. Thriving local foods industry with a cooperative processing facility
11. Reduced chronic disease rates
H. QUALITY LIVABLE NEIGHBORHOOD
1. Expanded affordable, quality housing options through the community
2. Expanded, upgraded rental housing options
3. Reduced the financial burden of housing - less than 30% of household
income
4. Expanded safe, usable and interesting bike and hike trails connecting
community destinations, including link to a paved Heritage Trail, development
on East-West corridor, trail along the Bee Branch
5. Complete Streets concepts integrated into street designs and
neighborhoods
6. Having every neighborhood - a "Neighborhood of Choice"
7. Lower crime rate - people feel safe and secure throughout the
community
8. Greater neighborhood identity and pride
9. Expanded recreation and entertainment options and venues for youth
10. Increased population: 70,000
11. Expanded City boundaries southwest and west through annexations -
more housing developments in the city limits
12. More affordable housing options for seniors
13. More walkable neighborhoods with bike paths
14. Reduced incarceration, recidivism; improved diversion programs
15. Neighbor2Neighbor is the norm, not a program
I. ABUNDANCE OF FUN THINGS TO DO
1. Amphitheater development on Chaplain Schmitt Island
2. Development of a major recreational/community center with
community meeting rooms, recreational programming spaces, link to other City
departments and programs, wellness center, gym space to accommodate
tournaments, programs for all family generations
3. Major indoor aquatic facility
4. Expanded variety of recreational and cultural activities
5. Development satellite Library (more than 1)
J. ENGAGED COMMUNITY
1. 10% community engagement with City government
2. Greater understanding of residents' expectation of interactions with
the City government
3. Established protocols for community engagement and involvement
4. Measuring the resident connections with City government
5. "Telling the City's Story" - better and accurate understanding of the
City government
6. Annually surveying the community and seeking feedback on City
performance
7. Residents and businesses understanding the value that they receive for
their taxes and fees
K. ACHIEVING GOALS THROUGH PARTNERSHIPS
1. Enhance the strong partnership between City and citizens
L. FINANCIALLY SOUND CITY
1. City continue responsibly investing in the maintenance and upgrade of
City infrastructure and facilities
M. CITIZENS GETTING VALUE FOR THEIR TAX DOLLARS
1. Regional 9-1-1 Dispatch Center
2. Flexible workforce with flexible work hours for City employees, City
employees working from home, technology access for City services
3. Pro-rated benefits for part-time City employees
4. City space for creative thinking and innovations
5. Implement Fire Services study
6. Reliable access to safe drinking water and other basic utilities