International Economic Development Council 2016 Award Copyright 2014
City of Dubuque Presentation(s) # 1.
ITEM TITLE: International Economic Development Council 2016
Leadership Award
SUMMARY: Presentation of the IEDC 2016 Leadership Award to Mayor
Roy D. Buol.
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: CONTACT: Greater Dubuque Development Corp
September 26, 2016 900 Jackson Street, Suite 109, Dubuque, IA 52001
Mayor Buol Receives Leadership Award from
the International Economic Development Council
WASHINGTON, DC (Sept. 26, 2016) — Mayor Roy D. Buol of Dubuque, IA received a
Leadership Award for Public Service from the International Economic Development Council
(IEDC).
The honor was presented at a Recognition Dinner on Monday, Sept. 26, during the IEDC
Annual Conference, which was held Sept. 25-28, in Cleveland, OH.
"On behalf of the IEDC board of directors and Excellence in Economic Development Awards
Advisory Committee, congratulations to Mayor Buol. His outstanding achievements and
dedicated service to his community goes above and beyond to improve the lives of others and
honor the economic development profession." - Barry Matherly, CEcD, FM, IEDC 2016 Board
Chair, President & CEO of the Greater Richmond Partnership.
The Leadership Award for Public Service recognizes an elected official who, for at least ten
years, has been a committed advocate for economic development in the public sector.
For over twenty years, Mayor Roy D. Buol has worked diligently as a public servant and an
advocate for the citizens of Dubuque to ensure economic success for the city. Prior to becoming
mayor in 2005, on a platform that engaged "citizens as partners," Mayor Buol served as a city
council member for a decade.
During his tenure as council member, Mayor Buol led the charge to develop over 900 acres of
property which is now home to over 50 businesses that employ more than 4,400 people. These
businesses have gone on to invest more than $200 million in the community. His commitment to
the development of critical business infrastructure that promotes economic growth has
continued in his time as mayor. Through a strategic public-private partnership, Dubuque has
begun constructing the Southwest Arterial project, which will provide an alternate route for traffic
through southwestern Dubuque and become an essential connection to major metropolitan
areas.
Recognizing that workforce development is a vital part of a healthy economy, Mayor Buol has
also played a key role in providing support for programs that help individuals hone their skills for
today's jobs. Dubuque Works, a regional partnership of employers, government, workforce
experts, and educators, trains unemployed and underemployed individuals while strengthening
workforce development activities in Dubuque.
For the Leadership Award for Public Service, nominees must have demonstrated sustained and
effective efforts to mobilize community groups and industry leaders in the development of
programs and projects, played a key role in the planning and designing of new economic
development activities, and displayed dedication and commitment to his/her constituency as a
leader and advocate for economic development.
About the International Economic Development Council
The International Economic Development Council (IEDC) is a non-profit membership organization
serving economic developers. With more than 4,700 members, IEDC is the largest organization of its
kind. Economic developers promote economic well-being and quality of life for their communities, by
creating, retaining and expanding jobs that facilitate growth, enhance wealth and provide a stable tax
base. From public to private, rural to urban, and local to international, IEDC's members are engaged in
the full range of economic development experience. Given the breadth of economic development
work, our members are employed in a wide variety of settings including local, state, provincial and
federal governments, public-private partnerships, chambers of commerce, universities and a variety of
other institutions. IEDC's members create high-quality jobs, develop vibrant communities and improve
the quality of life in their regions. www.iedcONLINE.org.