Boards and Commissions Appointments Copyright 2014
City of Dubuque Boards/Commissions # 1.
ITEM TITLE: Boards and Commissions Appointments
SUMMARY: Appointments to the following commissions to be made at
this meeting.
Housing Code Appeals Board
One, 3-year term through January 11 , 2020 (Expiring term
of Young)
Applicant:
David Young, 420 Burch St.
Human Rights Commission
One, 3-year term through January 1, 2020 (Expiring term of
Schiesl)
Applicants:
Ashley Melchert, 1257 1/2 Jackson St. (Additional
Applicant)
Jay Schiesl, 195 W. 17th St.
This commission is subject to the State of Iowa Gender
Balance Law.
9 Commissioners total; currently 4 males/4 females
*Appointments to the Resilient Community Advisory
Commission will be made during the Action portion of
the agenda.
SUGGESTED DISPOSITION:
ATTACHMENTS:
Description Type
Overview Sheet Supporting Documentation
Latest Listings Supporting Documentation
Vacancies Supporting Documentation
Housing Code Appeals Board Applicant Supporting Documentation
Human Rights Commission Applicants Supporting Documentation
VACANCIES AND APPLICATIONS FOR CITY OF DUBUQUE
BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS
For Council Meeting of
Tuesday, January 3, 2017
6:30 p.m., Historic Federal Building, 360 W. 6t Street
APPOINTMENTS TO THE FOLLOWING COMMISSIONS
TO BE MADE AT THIS MEETING.
Housing Code Appeals Board
One, 3-year term through January 11 , 2020 (Expiring term of Young)
Applicant:
David Young, 420 Burch St.
Human Rights Commission
One, 3-year term through January 1 , 2020 (Expiring term of Schiesl)
Applicants:
Jay Schiesl, 195 W. 171h St.
Ashley Melchert, 1257 Y2 Jackson St. — Additional applicant
This commission is subject to the State of Iowa Gender Balance Law.
9 Commissioners total; currently 4 males/4 females
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA - BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS
As prepared for the Council Meeting 1-3-17
AIRPORT COMMISSION-4 Yr. Term CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION
Meets 4th Monday 4 p.m.-Airport 4 Yr.Term Meets on Call
Douglas Brotherton 09/14/17 Mary Lynn Neuhaus 04/06/18
Chris Even 09/14/17 Vacant Vacant 04/06/16
Steven Accinelli 09/14/18 Daniel White 04/06/17
Robert Blocker 09/14/18
Sue Clemenson 09/14/20CIVIC CENTER ADVISORY COMMISSION
3 Yr. Term-Meets 3:30 p.m.Meets bi-Monthly starting Jan.at Five Flags
AIRPORT ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENTS Tyler Daugherty 06/29/18
5 Yr.Term,Meets on Call Mc Kenzie Hill 06/29/19
Vacant Vacant County Representative 02/15/16 Nicholas Huff 06/29/19
Jeff Cremer City ZBARep. 02/15/18 Bryce Parks 06/29/18
Ron Koppes(At Will) County Representative 02/15/16 Rod Bakke 06/29/19
Vacant Vacant City ZBARep. 02/15/19
Vacant Vacant Appointed by 4 memb.(chair)U n known COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMISSION
3 Yr.Term,Meets 3rd Tue.,5:30 p.m. at Federal Bldg./Housing
AIRPORT ZONING COMMISSION Rick Baumhover Housing Commission Rep 08/17/17
6 Yr. Term-Apptd. 1996, Meets on Call M Sara Burley Low/Mod Income Area 02/15/17
Vacant Vacant Appointed by4 members(chair) 12/31/20 Rev. Lindsay James Low/Motllncome Area 02/15/17
Linda Lucy(At Will) County Representative 12/31/20 Robert Blok II At-Large 02/15/17
Marianne Krause(At Will 2011 County Representative 12/31/20 Julie Woodyard Low/Motllncome Area 02/15/18
Michael Belmont City ZAC Rep res entative 12/31/22 Thomas Wainwright At-Large 02/15/18
Thomas Henschel City ZAC Rep res entative 12/31/22 Theresa Caldwell Low/Motllncome Area 02/15/19
Michelle Hinke At-Large 02/15/19
ARTS AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS ADVISORY COMMISSION Dean Bolles At-Large 02/15/19
3 Yr. Term, Meets 4th Tues., Library Board Room
Matthew Gregory Business ProfessionalJn 06/30/18 DUBUQUE COMMUNITY-POLICE RELATIONS COMMITTEE
Gina Siegert Business Professional-Out 06/30/18 1 2 Yr. Term, Meets Quarterly and as Needed
Ellen Henkels At-Large 06/30/18 Anthony Allen Primary 05/31/16
Nicholas Bratcher Arts Rep 06/30/19 Graciela Caneiro-Livingstol Primary 10/31/15
David Schmitz Arts Rep 06/30/19 JoAnn Giunta Primary 05/31/16
Susan Riedel Arts Rep 06/30/19
Mary Thomas-Armstrong Arts Rep 06/30/19ELECTRICAL CODE BOARD
3 Yr.Term, Meets Bi-Monthly
BUILDING CODE AND ADVISORY APPEALS BOARD James Dixon Electrical Background 05/21/17
3 Yr.Term,Meets on Call Kevin Pfohl Electrical Background 05/21/17
Mark Gudenkauf Residential Contractor 08/01/18 Andy Palmer Electrical Background 05/21/17
Benjamin Harper Beard Architect/Engineer 08/01/19 Zach Dowell Electrical Background 05/21/17
Vacant Vacant Journeyman Carpenter 08/01/16 David Wilson At-Large 05/21/17
Vacant Vacant ADA Representative 08/01/17 Dave Nebel Jr. Electrical Background 05/21/18
Thomas Swift Commercial Contractor 08/01/17 Paul Uhlrlch Electrical Background 05/21/18
Katrine Wilberding ADA Representative 08/01/18
Richard LU ChSinger At-Large 08/01/18 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
FF 3 Yr.Term, Meets 3rd Thur., 5:30 p.m., Federal Bldg.
BOARD OF REVIEW(City and County) Juan Nieto W 11th District 07/01/19
6 Yr. Term, Meets May 1-30 David Klavitter Langworthy District 07/01/17
Laure Lewis 01/01/19 Christina Monk ArchitectAt4-arge 07/01/17
Jean Hoeger 01/01/19 Joseph Rapp OldMainDistrict-Interim 07/01/18
Angie Mozena 01/01/22 Emily Hilgendorf At-Large 07/01/18
Greg Hutchinson 01/01/17 John McAndrews Cathedral District 07/01/17
Robert Schaub 01/01/17 Robert Mc Donell At-Large 07/01/18
Leslie Terry At-Large 07/01/18
CABLE TV COMMISSION Alfred Kopczyk Jackson Park District 07/01/19
3 Yr. Term, Meets TBD
Pauline Maloney 07/01/17 HOUSING TRUST FUND ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Sr. Carol HCverman 07/01/17 3 Yr.Term,Meets 6 times per Year
Ronald Tigges 07/01/17 Dorothy Schwendinger Housing Commission Rep 08/17/19
Mark Colson 07/01/18 John Walsh At-Large 08/17/19
Kathleen McMullen 07/01/18 Amy Eudaley Housing Commission Rep 08/17/17
Jennifer Tigges 07/01/18 Jim Holz At-Large 08/17/18
Alan Vincent 07/01/18 Doris Hingtgen At-Large 08/17/18
CATFISH CREEK WATERSHED MANAGEM ENT AUTHORITY HOUSING CODE APPEALS BOARD
2 Yr.term, Meets Quarterly 1 3 Yr. Term, 3rd Tues.4:00 p.m. Fed Bldg.
Steven Drahozal 07/16/20 Ronald White TenantiLandlortllssues 01/11/19
Neal Patten 07/16/20 David Young TenantiLandlortllssue. 01/11/17
Mary Gotz TenantiLandlortl Issues 01/11/18
Vacant Vacant TenantiLandlortl Issues 01/11/19
Robert Schaub TenantiLandlortllssue. 01/11/18
HOUSING COMMISSION PARK AND RECREATION ADVISORY COMMISSION
3 Yr.Term,4th Tues.4:00 p.m., Fed. Bldg. 3 Yr.Term,Meets 2nd Tues.,4:30 p.m. Bunker Hill
Coralita Schumaker Section 8 Recipient 08/17/18 Robin Kennicker 06/30/17
David Wall At-Large 08/17/19 Kenneth Klinge 06/30/17
Dorothy Schwendinger Trust Fund Rep 08/17/19 Paul Hoffmann 06/30/17
Wesley Heimke At-large 08/17/19 Jennifer Tigges 06/30/18
Rick Baumhover CDAC Rep 08/17/17 Katherine Larson 06/30/19
Amy Eudaley Trust Fund Rep 08/17/17 Karen Lyness 06/30/19
Anna Fernandes At-Large 08/17/18 Richard Kirkendall 06/30/19
Vacant Vacant At-Large 08/17/18
Jill Kedley At-Large 08/17/18 RESILIENT COMMUNITY ADVISORY COMMISSION
Robert Mc DOnell At-Large 08/17/18 3 Yr.Term, Meets Monthly TBD
Vacant Vacant Commission Rep. 07/01/19
HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION Vacant Vacant Commission Rep. 07/01/19
3 Y,Term,Meets 2nd Mon. City Hall Annex Vacant Vacant Commission Rep. 07/01/19
Adrienne Scott 01/01/19 Vacant Vacant 07/01/19
Jay Schiesl 01/01/17 Vacant Vacant 07/01/19
Jeff Lenhart 01/01/17 Vacant Vacant 07/01/19
Miquel Jackson 01/01/20 Vacant Vacant 07/01/19
Anthony Allen 01/01/18 Vacant Vacant 07/01/19
Frederick Davis Jr. 01/01/18 Vacant Vacant 07/01/19
Sarah Fisher 01/01/19
Shirley Templeton Vaughn 01/01/18SISTER CIN RELATIONSHIP ADVISORY COMMISSION
Kate Parks 01/01/19 3 Yr.Term,Meets Quarterly
Sheila Castaneda 02/01/17
INVESTMENT OVERSIGHT ADVISORY COMMISSION Robert Felderman 02/01/17
3 Yr. Term, Meets Qrtly;4th Wed.3 p.m. City Hall"A" Richard Van Iten 02/01/17
Paul Lassance 07/01/17 Dick Landis 02/01/17
Vacant Vacant 07/01/18 Annalee Ward 02/01/17
Rachael Ferraro 07/01/18 Jeffrey Jochum 02/01/18
Stephen Reisdorf 07/01/19 Phyllis Lee 02/01/18
Gary Ruden 07/01/19 Patrick Mc Namara 02/01/18
Vacant Vacant 02/01/16
OrLIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES Rachel Mc Derm Ott 02/01/19
4 Yr. Term, Meets 4th Thur.4 p.m. Library Louise Thurn 02/01/19
Patricia Poggemiller 07/01/18
Jon D. Trotter 07/01/18 TRANSIT ADVISORY BOARD
Pat Maddux 07/01/19 3 Yr. Term, Meets monthly, 2nd Thur. Fed. Bldg..
Jenny Weiss 07/01/19 Carrie Lohrmann 07/30/19
Robert Armstrong 07/01/20 George Enderson 07/30/17
Christina Monk 07/01/20 Dora Serna 07/30/17
Mike Willis 07/01/17 R.R.S. Stewart 07/30/17
Mathew Esser 07/30/18
LONG RANGE PLANNING ADVISORY COMM.
3 Yr.Term,Meets upon request, City Hall ZONING ADVISORY COMMISSION
Mark DOIson 07/01/17 3 Yr. Term, Meets upon request,6:30 Fed. Bldg..
Ronald Collins 07/01/17 Michael Belmont 07/01/19
Alan Vincent 07/01/17 Martha Christ 07/01/17
Chad Darter 07/01/18 Thomas Henschel 07/01/17
John Pregler 07/01/18 Steve Baumhover AimortZACRep. 07/01/17
Michael Wright 07/01/19 Richard Russell 07/01/18
Dr. Charles Winterwood 07/01/19 Laura Roussell AimortZACRep. 07101118
Patrick Norton 07/01/19
MEDIACOM CHARITABLE FOUNDATION
1 Yr. Term, On Call, CC Appt'd Reps. ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENTS
Gail Chavenelle 12/31/17 5 Yr.Term,upon request,4 p.m. Fed. Bldg..
Connie Twining 12/31/16 Joyce Pope AimortZBARep. 03/25/19
Keith Ahlvin 03/25/20
MECHANICAL AND PLUMBING CODE BOARD Jonathan Mc Coy 03/25/21
3 Yr. Term, Upon request,City Hall Bethany Golombeski 03/25/17
Dan Hillary 03/16/19 Jeff Cremer AimortZBARep. 03/25/18
Tom Giese 03/16/17
Gary Hillard 03/16/17
David Grothe 03/16/18
Corey Valaskey 03/16/18
Ronald Billmeyer 03/16/19
Paul Papin 03/16/19
MISSISSIPPI RIVER PARTNERSHIP
3 Yr. Term, Council Appt'd Rep
Vacant Vacant 12/31/16 OIndicates State-mandated boardicommission
subject to the 2012 Gender Balance Law.
City of Dubuque, Iowa
Boards and Commissions
Current and Upcoming Vacancies Through January 2017
Updated December 21, 2016
Airport Zoning Board of Adjustment
Airport Zoning Commission "'
Building Board Code of Appeals
• ADA Representative
• Journeyman Carpenter
Civil Service Commission
Housing Commission
Housing Code of Appeals Board
Investment Oversight Advisory Commission
Mississippi River Partnership Council
Resilient Community Advisory Commission
Sister City Relationship Advisory Commission
Indicates Subject to the State of Iowa Gender Balance Law
Applications can be printed or submitted on-line from wwvv.cityofdubugue.org or through the City Clerk's Office.
Applications can be submitted at any time for all boards and commissions and are activated as positions
become available.
Applications remain on file for one year from the date they are submitted.
Some positions may require specific applicant qualifications or compliance with the State of Iowa Gender
Balance Law
For a complete list of boards and commissions, descriptions, terms and meeting information, please visit the
City Clerk's web page at wvvw.cityofdubuque.org.
City Clerk's Office • 50 W. 13th Street, Dubuque, IA 52001 • 563.589.4100
HOUSING CODE APPEALS BOARD
Amendment Adopted 3-16-15
Amendment Adopted 5-18-15
6-6-8: HOUSING CODE APPEALS BOARD:
A. Board Created:
There is hereby created the Housing Code Appeals Board.
B. Purpose:
The purpose of the board is to conduct hearings upon application by any person
aggrieved by a notice and order of the city manager issued in connection with a violation
of the Housing Code or of any applicable rule or regulation issued pursuant to the
Housing Code.
C. Internal Organization and Rules:
The board may adopt rules and regulations to govern its organizational procedures as
may be necessary and which are not in conflict with this Code of Ordinances or the Iowa
Code.
D. Procedures for Operation:
All administrative, personnel, accounting, budgetary, and procurement policies of the city govern
the board in all its operations.
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E. Membership:
1. The board comprises five (5) residents of the city, appointed by the city council.
2. Reasonable efforts will be made to obtain representation of tenants, landlords, building
trade professionals, attorneys, realtors, and similar candidates whose experience or
profession provide unique and informed view points as they relate to the decisions that
the board will provide.
F. Oath:
Each person, upon appointment or reappointment to the board, must execute an oath of
office at the first meeting of the board following the appointment or reappointment or at
the city clerk's office any time prior to the first meeting of the board.
G. Terms:
The term of office for members of the board is three (3) years or until such member's
successor is qualified and appointed.
H. Vacancies:
Vacancies must be filled in the same manner as original appointments.
I. Officers/Organization:
The board must choose annually a chairperson and vice- chairperson, each to serve a
term of one (1) year. The board must fill a vacancy among its officers for the remainder of
the officer's unexpired term at the first regular meeting of each year. The city manager's
designee will serve as secretary to the board and must provide all decisions and findings
in writing to the appellant.
J. Meetings:
1. Regular Meetings. The board must meet when there are appeals to be heard.
2. Special Meetings. Special meetings may be called by the chairperson, at the written
request of a majority of the members, or the city manager or city manager's designee.
3. Open Meetings. All meetings must be called and held in conformance with the Iowa
Open Meetings Law.
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4. Attendance. j
a. In the event a member of the board has been absent for three (3) or more
consecutive meetings of the board, without being excused by the chairperson,
such absence will be grounds for the board to recommend to the city council that
the position be declared vacant and a replacement appointed.
b. Attendance must be entered upon the minutes of all meetings.
5. Minutes. A copy of the minutes of all regular and special meetings of the board must
be filed with the city council within ten (10) working days after each meeting, or by the
next regularly scheduled city council meeting, whichever is later.
6. Quorum. Three (3) members of the board constitute a quorum for the transaction of 1
business. The affirmative vote of a majority of the members present and voting is
necessary for the adoption of any motion or resolution.
K. Compensation:
Members serve without compensation, provided that they may receive reimbursement for
necessary travel and other expenses while on official board business within the limits
established in the city administrative policies and budget. I
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L. Removal:
Except as provided in J(4)(a), the city council may remove any member for good cause. q
M. Powers:
The board has the following powers, duties, and responsibilities:
1. The board, by a majority vote, may:
a. Sustain the notice and order;
b. Grant a variance;
c. Grant an extension of time; or
d. Grant a waiver of applicability in the case of the levying of rental dwelling
operating license penalties.
2. In granting an extension or variance of any notice or order, or waiver of application of a
licensing penalty, the board must observe the following conditions:
a. The board may grant an extension of time for the compliance of any notice and l
order for not more than ninety (90) days, subject to appropriate conditions and
provided that the board makes specific findings of fact based on evidence relating
to the following:
(1) That there are practical difficulties or unnecessary hardships in carrying
out the strict letter of any notice and order;
(2) That such an extension is in harmony with the general purpose and
intent of the Housing Code in securing the public health, safety, and general
welfare; and
(3) That the violation in question does not constitute an imminent threat to
public health, safety, and welfare.
b. The board may grant a variance in a specific case and from a specific provision
of the Housing Code subject to appropriate conditions and provided the board
makes specific findings of fact based on evidence related to the following:
(1) That there are practical difficulties or unnecessary hardships in carrying
out the strict letter of any notice and order; ,
(2) That the effect of the application of the provisions would be arbitrary in
the specific case;
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(3) That an extension would not constitute an appropriate remedy for these
practical difficulties or unnecessary hardships;
(4) That such variance is in harmony with the general purpose and intent of
the Housing Code'in securing the public health, safety, and general welfare
and does not constitute an imminent danger to the public; or
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(5) That the repairs and alterations necessary for the preservation,
restoration, or continued use of a building or structure may be made without
conformance to all of the requirements of the Housing Code, when
authorized by the appeals board, provided:
i. The building or structure has been designated by official action of
the applicable legislative or administrative body as having special
historical or architectural significance.
ii. Any substandard conditions as described in this Code will be
corrected.
c. The board may grant a waiver of penalties, subject to appropriate conditions
and provided the board makes specific findings of fact that the levying of the
penalty was inconsistent with the provisions of this Code.
THE CITY OF Dubuque
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA ANdmericaCilp
DUBUQUE BOARD/COMMISSION APPLICATION
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Individuals serving on Boards and Commissions play an important role in advising the City Council on matters of interest
to our community and its future.
The City Clerk's Office, City Hall, 50 West 13th Street, Dubuque, IA accepts applications for any Board and/or
Commission at any time, and the application stays active for one year from the date of receipt in the Clerk's Office.
At the appropriate regularly scheduled meeting, applications will be submitted to the City Council for their review and
applicants are encouraged to address the Council stating their reasons for wanting to serve on this particular Board or l
Commission. Applicants will be advised when the application is being presented. Appointment to the Board or Commission
will be made at a later meeting.Applicants will then be notified as to the outcome of the CoU 0-116-action ,
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education or additional board/commission representation) I�M�EET SUCH REQUIREMENTS: t YE NO
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Specific attention should be directed to possible conflict of interest. For further clarification, if a situation arises, contact the
appropriate staff person or the City's legal staff.
Are you currently serving on a City Board or Commission!1FWS NO If yes,Which?
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If questions, contact the City Clerk's Office, 6' all, 50 W. 131h St., Dubuque, IA 52001. Phone 563-54120r-
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Title 8
Chapter 2
HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
Amended 7-21-15
8-2-1: COMMISSION CREATED: i
There is hereby created the Human Rights Commission. r
8-2-2: PURPOSE:
The purpose of the commission is to hold hearings, compel the production of evidence, and
determine the merits of complaints alleging unfair or discriminatory practices in housing,
employment, education, credit, or places of public accommodation; to investigate and study the j
existence, character, causes, and extent of discrimination and to attempt to eliminate
discrimination by educating the public and promoting human rights in the community; and to
take action in the community to promote civil and respectful behavior and to eliminate j
discrimination based on age, race, creed, color, sex, national origin, religion, ancestry, disability,
marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, or gender identity.
8-2-3: INTERNAL ORGANIZATION AND RULES:
The commission may adopt rules and regulations to govern its organizational procedures as
may be necessary and which are not in conflict with this Code of Ordinances or the Iowa Code.
8-2-4: PROCEDURES FOR OPERATION:
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All administrative, personnel, accounting, budgetary, and procurement policies of the city govern
the commission in all its operations.
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8-2-5: MEMBERSHIP:
A. The commission comprises nine (9) residents of the city, appointed by the city council
from various racial, religious, cultural, and social groups within the city.
B. Residents must be eighteen (18) years of age or older.
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C. Membership on the commission must comply with the provisions of Iowa Code §69.16A,
relating to gender balance. No person can be appointed or reappointed to the commission if that
appointment or reappointment would cause the number of members of one gender to be greater
than one-half (%) of the membership of the commission plus one (1). If the city has made a
good faith effort to appoint a qualified person to fill a vacancy on the commission for a period of
three (3) months but has been unable to make a compliant appointment, the city must utilize a
fair and unbiased method of selecting the best qualified applicants.
8-2-6: OATH:
Each person, upon appointment or reappointment to the commission, must execute an oath of
office at the first meeting of the commission following the appointment or reappointment or at
the city clerk's office any time prior to the first meeting of the commission.
8-2-7: TERMS: g
The term of office for commissioners is three (3) years or until such commissioner's successor is
appointed and qualified.
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8-2-8: VACANCIES: �
Vacancies must be filled in the same manner as original appointments.
8-2-9: OFFICERS/ORGANIZATION:
The commissioners must choose annually a chairperson and vice-chairperson, each to serve a
term of one (1) year. The chairperson must appoint a secretary, who need not be a member of
the commission. The commissioners must fill a vacancy among its officers for the remainder of
the officer's unexpired term.
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8-2-10: MEETINGS:
A. Regular Meetings. The commission must meet monthly.
B. Special Meetings. Special meetings may be called by the chairperson or at the written
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C. Open Meetings. All meetings must be called and held in conformance with the Iowa j
Open Meetings Law.
D. Attendance.
1. In the event a commissioner has been absent for three (3) or more consecutive
meetings of the commission, without being excused by the chairperson, such absence
will be grounds for the commission to recommend to the city council that the position be
declared vacant and a replacement appointed.
2. Attendance must be entered upon the minutes of all meetings. !'
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E. Minutes. A copy of the minutes of all regular and special meetings of the commission j
must be filed with the city council within ten (10) working days after each meeting, or by the
next regularly scheduled city council meeting, whichever is later.
F. Quorum. Five (5) commissioners constitute a quorum for the transaction of business. The
affirmative vote of a majority of the commissioners present and voting is necessary for the i1
adoption of any motion or resolution.
8-2-11: COMPENSATION:
Commissioners serve without compensation, provided that they may receive reimbursement for
necessary travel and other expenses while on official commission business within the limits
established in the city administrative policies and budget.
8-2-12: REMOVAL:
The city council may remove any commissioner for cause upon written charges and after public
hearing. ;
8-2-13: POWERS:
The commission has the following powers, duties, and responsibilities:
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A. To receive, investigate, and finally determine the merits of complaints alleging unfair or
discriminatory practices.
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B. To investigate and study the existence, character, causes, and extent of discrimination
in public accommodations, employment, apprenticeship programs, on-the-job training
programs, vocational schools, other educational institutions, and housing in the city and
to attempt the elimination of such discrimination by education and conciliation.
C. To hold hearings upon any complaint made against a person, an employer, an �
employment agency, a labor organization, or the employees or members thereof, to
subpoena witnesses and compel their attendance at such hearings, to administer oaths
and take the testimony of any person under oath and to compel such person, employer,
employment agency, labor organization, or employees or members thereof, to produce
for examination any books and papers relating to any matter involved in such complaint.
The commission will issue subpoenas for witnesses in the same manner and for the
same purpose on behalf of the respondent upon the respondent's request. Such hearings 11
may be held by the commission, by any commissioner, or by any hearing examiner
appointed by the commission. If a witness either fails or refuses to obey a subpoena
issued by the commission, the commission may petition the district court having
jurisdiction for issuance of a subpoena and the court must, in a proper case, issue the
subpoena. Refusal to obey such subpoena is subject to punishment for contempt.
D. To issue such publication and reports of investigations and research as in the
judgment of the commission to promote civil and respectful behavior which tends to
eliminate discrimination.
E. To prepare and transmit to the mayor. and cit council from time to time, but not less
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often than once each year, reports describing its proceedings, investigations, hearings
conducted, and the outcome thereof, decisions rendered, and the other work performed
by the commission.
F. To make recommendations to the city council concerning discrimination.
G. To cooperate, within the limits of any appropriations made for its operation, with other
agencies or organizations, both public and private, whose purposes are consistent with
those of this Chapter, in the planning and conducting of programs designed to eliminate
discrimination or cultural and intergroup tensions.
H. To adopt, publish, amend, and rescind regulations consistent with and necessary for
the enforcement of this Chapter.
I. To delegate any of its functions, duties, and powers to its staff including functions,
duties, and powers with respect to investigating, conciliating, determining, certifying,
reporting, or otherwise acting as to any work, business, or matter under this Title.
J. To receive, administer, dispense, and account for any restricted funds that may be
voluntarily contributed to the commission and any grants that may be awarded the
commission for furthering the purposes of this Title. No disbursements will be made of
any restricted funds without authority from the city council.
8-2-14: RECORDS TO BE PUBLIC; EXCEPTIONS:
All records of the commission are public except charges, complaints, reports of investigations,
statements, and other documents or records obtained in investigation of any charges.
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8-2-15: CONFIDENTIALITY OF COMPLAINTS:
No member of the commission or its staff will disclose the filing of a charge, the information
gathered during the investigation, or the endeavors to eliminate such discriminatory or unfair
practice by conference, conciliation, or persuasion unless such disclosure is made in connection
with the conduct of such investigation or after the commission has held a public hearing upon a
complaint filed in connection with such charge. This Section does not prevent any complainant,
witness, or other person from publicizing the filing of a charge or complaint or the matter therein
complained of.
8-2-16: SUBPOENAS:
The commission may issue subpoenas and order discovery in aid of investigations under this
Title. Such subpoenas and discovery may be ordered to the same extent and subject to the
same limitations as would apply for county attorney subpoenas.
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11/22/2016 Trish Gleason -Online Form Submittal: Board/Commission Pa e 1
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Date: 11/22/2016 8:13 AM
Subject: Online Form Submittal: Board/Commission Application Form
The following form was submitted via your website: Board/Commission Application Form
Select the Board, Commission, or Committee applying for:: Human Rights Commission
Name:: Miquel Jackson
Home Address:: 2130 Woodland Dr. #11
Home Phone Number:: 443-521-9251 I
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Business Phone Number:: 563-552-5200
Occupation:: Para-Educator
Email Address:: miquel.jackson67@gmail.com
Experience or education which qualifies you for this board or commission:: I have been on this
commission since 2011. 1 recently was elected as the Vice-Chair of the commission. l
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What contributions can you make or state reason for applying?: Renewing. u
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List two reference with names and addresses:: Kelly Larson- 1300 Main st. Dubuque, IA 52001 1
Anthony Allen- 1300 Main st. Dubuque, IA 52001
Are you currently serving on other Boards, Commissions, or Committees?: No
If yes, which?:
Have you served on a Board, Commission, or Committee before?: Yes
If yes, which?: Human Rights Commission
Signature:: Miquel Jackson
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Date:: 11/22/16
Additional Information:
Form submitted on: 11/22/2016 8:13:49 AM
Submitted from IP Address: 205.221.99.36
Referrer Page: http://www.cityofdubuque.org/1931/Join-the-Commission
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Trish Gleason - Online Form Submittal: Board/Commission Application Form
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Date: 11/27/2016 8:52 PM
Subject: Online Form Submittal: Board/Commission Application Form
Board/Commission Application Form
Please complete the online form below (please note, applicants must live within the
Dubuque city limits)
Personal Information
Select the Board, Human Rights Commission
Commission, or
Committee applying
for:
Gender (Some City Dubuque it
Boards/Commissions
are subject to the u'
gender balance
requirment in Iowa
Code Section 69.16A)
Name: Jay Schiesl
Home Address (include 195 W1 7th Street
Zip Code) PLEASE
NOTE: you must live
within the Dubuque city
limits to apply/serve on
a City of Dubuque
board or commission
Home Phone Number: 5635802188
Business Name and 195 W1 7th Street
Address:
Business Phone 5635802188
Number:
Occupation: Sales Representative
Position with Company Field not completed.
Email Address: jschiesl@gmail.com
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Experience or I have been serving on the Human Rights Commission since
education which June of 2016 and would love to continue my service.
qualifies you for this
board or commission:
What contributions can I am currently serving on the Human Rights Commission and
you make or state co-chair the Goal 1 committee in partnership with the NAACP
reason for applying? to research, illuminate and eliminate disparities and increase
cultural competencies in education, housing & employment. I
am applying to continue my service with the Human Right
Commission.
List two reference with Kelly Larson, Director, City of Dubuque Human Rights
names and addresses: Department, 1300 Main St., Dubuque, IA 52001, 563-589-4190
Taj Suleyman, Equity Outreach Coordinator, City of Dubuque,
Human Rights Department, 1300 Main St., Dubuque, IA 52001,
563-589-4190
Are you currently Yes
serving on other
Boards, Commissions,
or Committees?
If yes, which? Dubuque Human Rights Commission
Have you served on a Yes I
Board, Commission, or
Committee before?
If yes, which? Dubuque Human Rights Commission
Have you participated No
in the City Life
program?
If so, when? Field not completed.
Have you participated No
in the Intercultural
Competency Program?
If so, when? Field not completed.
Signature (type your Jay Schiesl
name here as
electronic verfication):
Date: 11/27/2016
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12/21/2016)Trish Gleason -Online Form Submittal: Board/Commission Pae 1
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To: <kfirnsta@cityofdubuque.org>, <tgleason@cityofdubuque.org>, <klarson@cit...
Date: 12/21/2016 1:29 PM
Subject: Online Form Submittal: Board/Commission Application Form
The following form was submitted via your website: Board/Commission Application Form
Select the Board, Commission, or Committee applying for:: Human Rights Commission
Name:: Ashley Melchert
Home Address:: 1257 1/2 Jackson St
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Home Phone Number:: 5639206649 I
Business Name and Address::
Business Phone Number:: 5635877341
Occupation:: PDP Planner
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Email Address:: ashleymelchert@gmail.com
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Experience or education which qualifies you for this board or commission:: I was a previous member of
the Human Rights Commission about a year ago.
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What contributions can you make or state reason for applying?: With all of the horrible things going on in
the world right now, I really just want to make a difference. Even if it is just here in Dubuque, I want to
make a difference with everyone. I have been a former member of the Human Rights Commission, so I
know what the commission does.
List two reference with names and addresses:: Sarah Fisher-current member of the Human Rights
Commission
Tanya Engling -former member of the Human Rights Commission 1
Are you currently serving on other Boards, Commissions, or Committees?: No
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If yes, which?:
Have you served on a Board, Commission, or Committee before?: Yes
If yes, which?: Human Rights Commission
Signature::Ashley Melchert
Date:: 12/21/2016
Additional Information:
Form submitted on: 12/21/2016 1:29:23 PM
Submitted from IP Address: 204.54.36.245
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