Dubuque County public meetings in 2023

Board of Supervisors

This is a test meeting agenda. The board is scheduled to consider a resolution to approve the hiring of deputies, assistants, and clerks.

• Resolution to approve the hiring of deputies, assistants and clerks

Board of Supervisors

The Dubuque County Board of Supervisors will meet to discuss and potentially take action on one resolution. The primary focus is the authorization for the Chair to sign the Dubuque County Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP) Agreement.

• Resolution to authorize Chair to sign Dubuque County Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP) Agreement

Conservation Board

The Dubuque County Conservation Board is meeting to discuss capital project requests for FY 2025 through FY 2027. The board will also consider a rezoning request for land in Sherrill and permissions to solicit bids for several vehicles and equipment.

• Rezoning request for 1 acre at 12281 Lovers Ln., Sherrill, IA from C-1 Conservancy to A-2 Agricultural Residential
• Approval of FY 2025 through FY 2027 proposed capital project requests
• Permission to solicit bids for a new small pickup truck with extended cab
• Permission to solicit bids for a regular cab and chassis truck with service body
• Permission to solicit bids for a 4X4 utility vehicle and a mower

Board of Supervisors

The Dubuque County Veterans Affairs Commission is meeting to review office reports and approve previous minutes. The agenda includes a closed session to interview veterans.

• Closed session for veteran interviews
• Review of Office Report

Board of Health

The Dubuque County Board of Health will review the FY24-25 DCPHD operating budget and a draft of the 2024-2027 strategic plan. The board will also consider variance requests for specific properties.

• Variance request for 10018 Shawondassee Ln
• Discussion of FY24-25 DCPHD operating budget
• Variance request update for 18405 Twin Springs Dr.
• Review of DCPHD strategic plan 2024-2027
• Reports on radon testing and mitigation grants

Zoning

The Dubuque County Zoning Commission will consider two final plats and one rezoning application. The body will also hold a discussion regarding a Renewable Energy Ordinance.

• Final Plat of Survey of Steffensmeier Place No. 4 in Dodge Township
• Rezoning request ZC#12-30-23 for Vicki and Wade Gartner from R-1 Rural Residential to R-2 Single Family Residential
• Final Plat of Survey of Gartner’s Place in Center Township
• Discussion on Renewable Energy Ordinance

Public Meeting

The Board of Trustees will conduct a public hearing regarding the approval of the FY 2025 budget. The meeting also includes reports on finances, committee updates, and the appointment of an HR Committee member.

• Public Hearing – FY 2025 Budget Approval
• HR Committee Appointment
• Director’s Evaluation
• Review of November 21, 2023 minutes

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings regarding the sale of three county properties and several zoning changes. The meeting also includes resolutions for various contracts, hiring approvals, and a primary road project on U.S. 20.

• Public hearings for property sales to Zachary & Jami Williams and Walter C. Knapp
• Zoning change from A-1 Agricultural to A-2 Agricultural Residential for Jeffrey & Laurie Oberfoell and Staci Frommelt
• Approval of Iowa DOT Preconstruction Agreement for U.S. 20 project No. HSIPX-020-9(275)--3L-31
• Resolution to authorize contracts with CDWG and CTI
• Class C Retail Alcohol License for Sundown Mountain

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will conduct budget worksessions for various county departments. The meeting includes discussions and possible action on the fiscal year 2024 and 2025 budgets, as well as planning the budget schedule for January and February.

• Budget presentations for Conservation, MHDS, Health, Auditor, GIS, Zoning, Human Resources, Attorney/ME, Treasurer, and Supervisors
• Discussion on budget worksession schedule for January and February

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will hold budget worksessions for various departments, including HHS, Secondary Roads, and IT. The meeting also includes a resolution regarding a US Department of Transportation grant for Northwest Arterial/D10/S John Deere Road improvements.

• FY24 and FY25 budget discussions for multiple county departments
• Resolution to approve US DOT BUILD Grant Agreement for Northwest Arterial/D10/S John Deere Road grade and pave improvements

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will hold budget worksessions involving discussion and possible action on the fiscal year 2024 and 2025 budgets. Presentations include several county departments including the Sheriff, Library, and Juvenile Detention.

• FY24 and FY25 budget discussions for Sheriff / DTF
• FY24 and FY25 budget discussions for Emergency Support Services
• FY24 and FY25 budget discussions for the Library
• FY24 and FY25 budget discussions for Veterans / GA
• FY24 and FY25 budget discussions for Juvenile Detention

Veteran Services Commission

The commission will hold its bimonthly meeting to review the office report and approve previous meeting minutes. The agenda also includes a closed session for interviewing veterans.

• Approval of minutes from the last meeting
• Review of the Office Report
• Closed session to interview veterans

Board of Supervisors

The agenda contains only the notice and procedural information for the Compensation Board meeting. No specific items for discussion or decision are listed in the provided text.

Zoning

The Dubuque County Zoning Board of Adjustment will conduct public hearings for three specific cases. The board will also discuss an extension for a special use permit and zoning certificate involving Jared Urbain and Bernard & Mary Urbain.

• Variance request BA#12-45-23 (Patrick & Tammy Klein)
• Variance request BA#12-46-23 (Joseph & Sarah Foley)
• Special use permit BA#12-47-23 (River City Stone)
• Discussion on extension of BA#07-26-22 and Zoning Certificate #8163-22-100

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings regarding amendments to the Zoning Ordinance and the sale of county properties. The meeting also includes work sessions on debt discussion, public safety answering points, and ARPA allocation changes.

• Public hearings for Zoning Ordinance amendments
• Public hearings for sale of County Property to Zachary and Jami Williams
• Public hearings for sale of County Properties to Walter C. Knapp
• Approval of Mile 600 - Final Plat and Hochrein Road Acres - Final Plat
• Resolution regarding Cyclomedia services purchase

Public Meeting

The Dubuque County Historic Preservation Commission will review the FY 2024 budget and the Cardinal-Hickory 345kV transmission line project. The commission will also consider a Section 106 notice regarding the Julien Dubuque Bridge.

• FY 2024 Budget review
• Cardinal-Hickory 345kV transmission line discussion
• Section 106 notice for Julien Dubuque Bridge
• Review of November 2023 Agenda and August 2023 Minutes

Conservation Board

The Board will hold a work session regarding capital projects for fiscal year 2025. The meeting also includes the approval of bills and an opportunity for public input.

• Work session on FY2025 capital projects

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will review updates on land stewardship, water monitoring, and conservation programs before considering an RCPP award.

• RCPP Award - Dubuque County

Public Meeting

The Board of Trustees will review financial reports and the Director's report. The meeting includes discussions on contract negotiations with Teamsters 120 and a new petty cash policy.

• Contract negotiations with Teamsters 120
• FY2025 Budget discussion
• Setting FY2025 Budget Public Hearing for December 19, 2023
• Petty Cash Policy review

Zoning

The Commission will consider final plats for Hochrein Road Acres and Mile 600. The meeting also includes a rezoning request for the Oberfoell Farm Subdivision and discussions regarding renewable energy ordinances.

• Final Plat of Survey of Hochrein Road Acres
• Final Plat of Survey of Mile 600
• Rezoning from A-1 to A-2 for Jeffrey & Laurie Oberfoell and Staci Frommelt
• Final Plat of Survey of Oberfoell Farm Subdivision
• Amendments to Planned Complex District (PC) sections of the Zoning Ordinance

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will review election canvass results, approve several plat resolutions, and discuss upcoming infrastructure plans. Work sessions are scheduled to address the FY25 Budget, truck restrictions on secondary roads, and the Central Iowa Juvenile Detention Center.

• Rezoning request for Roger & Mary Jo Zalaznik from R-2 Single Family Residential to B-2 Highway Business
• Approval of Hewitt Creek Sub - Final Plat
• Approval of Mangold Place Plat 2 - Final Plat
• Plans and specifications for Graf Rd bridge replacement (Project BROS-C031(118)-5F-31)
• Plans and specifications for Bernard Rd HMA Resurfacing with Milling (Project FM-C031(120)--55-31)

Public Meeting

The Sunnycrest Manor Advisory Board will meet to review administrative and financial reports. The agenda includes discussions regarding an infection control grant, organizational charts, and strategic planning.

• Infection Control Grant discussion
• Review of Financial Report
• Discussion of Strategic Planning
• Review of Board Members and Terms

Conservation Board

The Dubuque County Conservation Board will discuss and approve the proposed FY 2025 operating budget, set 2024 user fee changes, and consider funding for fish habitat improvement projects.

• Approval of the FY 2025 Operating Budget
• Set User Fees for 2024
• Fish Habitat Grant Funding Request - Catfish Creek

Veteran Services Commission

The Commission will hold its bimonthly meeting to review the office report and approve previous meeting minutes. The agenda also includes a closed session to interview veterans.

• Approval of minutes from the last meeting
• Review of the Office Report
• Closed session for veteran interviews

Veteran Services Commission

The Commission will hold its bimonthly meeting to conduct an office report and approve previous meeting minutes. The agenda also includes a closed session to interview veterans.

• Approval of minutes from the last meeting
• Office report
• Closed session for veteran interviews

Board of Health

The Dubuque County Board of Health will meet to review the Community Health Assessment and Improvement Plan for approval. The agenda also includes a variance request for 18405 Twin Springs Drive and reports from VNA and DCPHD.

• Review and approve Community Health Assessment and Improvement Plan
• Variance Request 18405 Twin Springs Drive
• VNA Monthly Report
• DCPHD Report

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will meet to conduct the canvass of the November 7, 2023, city and school elections. This process involves officializing the vote counts in compliance with Iowa Code.

• Canvass of November 7, 2023 City/School Election

Public Meeting

The committee will discuss winter preparedness and ideas for a Thanksgiving community update. The agenda also includes a committee update regarding townhall discussions and council interest.

• Winter Preparedness Reminder
• Thanksgiving Community Update Ideas
• Townhall Discussion – Committee update

Zoning

The Dubuque County Zoning Board of Adjustment will meet on November 8, 2023, to conduct public hearings for four variance requests. The board will also review the minutes from the October 3, 2023, meeting.

• Public hearing for BA#11-41-23 Ronald & Mary Breitbach variance
• Public hearing for BA#11-42-23 Jeffrey & Debbie Kronlage variance
• Public hearing for BA#11-43-23 Leroy & Susan Schueller variance
• Public hearing for BA#11-44-23 Loras & Anna Decker variance

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings regarding amendments to secondary road restrictions, zoning ordinance amendments, and the sale of two county parcels to the City of Dubuque. The meeting also includes resolutions for several municipal snow and ice removal agreements and the designation of a new elections office.

• Public hearing on sale of Dubuque County parcels to the City of Dubuque
• Public hearing on amendments to Chapter 26 Ordinance regarding secondary roads
• Snow and ice removal 28E agreements with Balltown, Bernard, Durango, Rickardsville, and Sherrill
• Resolution to designate 880 Central Avenue as the Dubuque County Elections Office
• Approval of FY24 Tom Hancock Memorial Fire & EMS Grant Program contracts

Conservation Board

The Board will consider awarding bids for stabilization and resurfacing work on the Heritage Trail and concrete work at Mud Lake Pavilion. Additionally, members will vote on adopting the Dubuque County Handbook and the Dubuque County Water Trail Plan.

• Award bid for Heritage Trail bank stabilization at Twin Springs
• Award bid for Heritage Trail limestone resurfacing
• Award bid for Mud Lake Pavilion concrete
• Adoption of Dubuque County Handbook
• Adoption of Dubuque County Water Trail Plan

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review monthly reports from VNA and DCPHD. The meeting includes updates on immunization messaging, a compensation study, and opioid subcommittee progress.

• Review of September 20 and September 28 meeting minutes
• Immunization messaging update
• Update on County compensation and classification study
• Opioid Subcommittee Project Coordinator interviews beginning week of 10/23
• Search for Harm Reduction Lockbox location and volunteer

Veteran Services Commission

The Commission will hold its bimonthly meeting to conduct an office report and approve previous meeting minutes. The agenda also includes a closed session to interview veterans.

• Approval of minutes from the last meeting
• Office report
• Closed session for veteran interviews

Public Meeting

The Board of Trustees will review financial reports and committee updates. Discussions are scheduled regarding FY25 budget priorities and the bookmobile.

• Review of September 19, 2023 minutes
• Financial reports including accounts payable and account balance
• Discussion on FY25 Budget Priorities
• Discussion on Bookmobile

Zoning

The Commission will review a final plat for Mangold Place Plat 2 and a rezoning request for the Zalaznik property. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding updates to the zoning code for renewable energy and planned complexes.

• Final Plat approval for Mangold Place Plat 2 in Jefferson Township
• Rezoning of Roger & Mary Jo Zalaznik property from R-2 Single Family Residential to B-2 Highway Business
• Discussion on Zoning Code Update regarding Renewable Energy Ordinance and PC-Planned Complex

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will review several rezoning requests, including transitions from agricultural to residential use. The meeting also includes discussions on budget legislation and potential actions regarding 911 communications.

• Public hearings for multiple rezoning requests (A-1 to A-2 and R-5 to R-3)
• Resolution for supplemental agreement with Origin Design for Northwest Arterial improvements
• Approval of federal flood control money allocation to local fire departments
• Resolution regarding purchase of Cyclomedia services
• Public hearing on sale of two Dubuque County parcels to the City of Dubuque

Mental Health and Disability Services

The committee will discuss the Appoint Committee and confirm a book read for January or February. The meeting also includes updates regarding National Disability Employment Awareness Month.

• Action item: Townhall Discussion – Appoint Committee
• Discussion of National Disability Employment Awareness Month highlights
• Approval of September 12, 2023, meeting minutes

Board of Supervisors

The Dubuque County Board of Supervisors will approve minutes and consider a range of resolutions, including hiring staff, real estate agreements, grants, and road projects. A public hearing on the FY24 budget amendment is scheduled.

• Public Hearing - FY24 Budget Amendment 1
• Resolution to authorize real estate sales agreement with City of Dubuque for parcel number 1119358006
• Resolution to approve Bridge Replacement Federal-Aid Agreement on Bennettville Road

Conservation Board

The Board will review special event applications for Swiss Valley Park and discuss funding for the Heritage Trail. Items on the agenda include requests to solicit bids for trail stabilization and resurfacing, as well as 2024 user fees.

• Special event applications for Camporee and Cubaree at Swiss Valley Park
• DMATS TAP funding memorandum for Heritage Trail improvements
• Permission to solicit bids for Heritage Trail bank stabilization at Twin Springs
• Permission to solicit bids for Heritage Trail limestone resurfacing from Fish Pond Rd. to Jamesmeier Rd.
• Review of 2024 Heritage Trail user fees

Public Meeting

The Sunnycrest Manor Advisory Board will hold a meeting to review administrator and financial reports. The board also intends to hold a discussion regarding strategic planning.

• Administrator Report
• Financial Report
• Strategic Planning discussion

Veteran Services Commission

The Commission will conduct its regular bimonthly meeting to review the office report and approve previous meeting minutes. The agenda also includes a closed session to interview veterans.

• Approval of minutes from the last meeting
• Review of the Office Report
• Closed session for veteran interviews

Board of Health

The Dubuque County Board of Health will review and approve meeting minutes, hear reports from various departments, and address any public questions or comments.

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will review a budget amendment for FY24 and an amendment to the Secondary Road Five Year Construction Program. The agenda also includes decisions on hiring personnel, approving a subdivision plat, and authorizing truck purchases.

• Public hearing for FY24 Budget Amendment 1
• Amendment of the Secondary Roads FY2024 Five Year Construction Program
• Resolution to approve Final Plat - Dietz Farm Subdivision Plat 7
• Purchase of three current model year 1/2-ton HD 4x4 pickup trucks from McGrath Chevrolet
• Zoning change for Daryl & Sandra Klein from A-1 Agricultural to A-2 Agricultural Residential

Public Meeting

The meeting includes a townhall discussion regarding timelines and committees. Members will also discuss National Disability Employment Awareness Month events and the Heritage Trail.

• Townhall Discussion – timeline/Committee
• Book Read–confirmation Jan/Feb
• National Disability Employment Awareness Month event/education/opportunities
• Heritage Trail review

The board approved the July 11, 2023 meeting minutes. A motion to adopt the strategic plan with minor social‑media edits was approved. The meeting was then adjourned. A motion to hold future meetings at the Forum or Keystone campus was made, but the outcome was not recorded.

• Approved July 11, 2023 minutes
• Approved strategic plan with minor changes
• Adjourned meeting

Veteran Services Commission

The Commission will hold its bimonthly meeting to conduct an office report and approve minutes from the previous meeting. The agenda also includes a closed session to interview veterans.

• Approval of minutes from the last meeting
• Office report presentation
• Closed session for veteran interviews

Board of Supervisors

The Dubuque County Board of Supervisors will approve minutes, consider hiring resolutions, and review urban renewal reports. Public hearings are scheduled for zoning ordinance amendments and the FY2024 Five Year Construction Program.

• Public hearing for Amendments to Zoning Ordinance
• Public hearing - Amendment of the Secondary Roads FY2024 Five Year Construction Program
• Resolution to approve Windy Ridge Subdivision Plat 4 - Final Plat
• Resolution to approve hiring of deputies, assistants and clerks
• Resolution to approve FY23 Annual Urban Renewal report for the Department of Management

The Board of Supervisors unanimously approved several resolutions, including the Windy Ridge Subdivision Plat 4 and a lease for HHS office space. The board also authorized the hiring of deputies, assistants, and clerks. Public hearings were noticed for zoning and road construction program amendments.

• Approved Windy Ridge Subdivision Plat 4 – Final Plat (Resolution 23-174)
• Approved hiring of deputies, assistants, and clerks (Resolution 23-175)
• Approved FY23 Annual Urban Renewal report for the Department of Management (Resolution 23-176)
• Approved updated lease agreement with Miller Companies LLC for HHS office space (Resolution 23-177)
• Approved August 21, 2023, Board Meeting Minutes

Zoning

The Dubuque County Zoning Board of Adjustment will meet on September 5, 2023, to conduct public hearings for three specific variance applications. The board will also review and approve minutes from the August 1, 2023, meeting.

• Public hearing for Richard Hillard variances (BA#09-35-23)
• Public hearing for Vicki Gartner variances (BA#09-36-23)
• Public hearing for Benjamin Elliot variance (BA#09-37-23)
• Approval of August 1, 2023, meeting minutes

The Board approved variances for a pole building and a home addition. Both approvals required the installation of gutters and downspouts to keep water on the owners' properties.

• Approved variance for Richard Hillard to build a 48’ x 30’ pole building (5-0)
• Approved 4’ variance for Benjamin Elliot to build a 30’ x 25’ home addition (5-0)
• Approved August 1, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

Veteran Services Commission

The Commission will hold its bimonthly meeting to conduct an office report and approve previous meeting minutes. The agenda also includes a closed session to interview veterans.

• Approval of minutes from the last meeting
• Office report presentation
• Closed session for veteran interviews

Public Meeting

The Board will review June meeting minutes and consider several action items. Discussion topics include Waldo invoices, cover crop incentive payments, and an ecosystem mapping proposal.

• June and July Waldo Invoice
• Cover Crop Incentive Payment
• Ecosystem Mapping Proposal
• Review of remaining SRF Dollars Available

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will review several action items including vehicle purchases from Victory Ford of Dyersville and a contract amendment for the courthouse HVAC project. The agenda also includes public hearings on rezoning and county land sales, as well as approvals for various plats and licenses.

• Purchase of two 2024 Model Year pickup trucks from Victory Ford of Dyersville
• Amended contract with Shive-hattery for Dubuque County Courthouse and Old Jail HVAC project
• Public hearing for rezoning Paul & Karen Schwaegler property from A-1 to A-2
• Public hearing regarding the sale of county-owned parcels
• Iowa DOT Preconstruction Agreement No. 2023-C-131 for US 20

The Board of Supervisors unanimously approved the purchase of two pickup trucks and an amended contract for the Courthouse and Old Jail HVAC project. They also approved the hiring of deputies, assistants, and clerks, and adopted federal reimbursement regulations.

• Approved hiring of deputies, assistants, and clerks (Unanimous)
• Approved Iowa DOT Preconstruction Agreement No. 2023-C-131 for US 20 (Unanimous)
• Authorized amended contract with Shive-Hattery for Courthouse and Old Jail HVAC project (Unanimous)
• Approved purchase of one 2024 Large Regular Cab Pickup Truck from Victory Ford of Dyersville (Unanimous)
• Approved purchase of one 2024 Heavy Duty Regular Cab Pickup Truck from Victory Ford of Dyersville (Unanimous)
• Adopted federal reimbursement regulations for tax-exempt bond proceeds (Unanimous)
• Approved Amendment #2 for SWAP contract agreement with Steeple Square (Unanimous)
• Approved Team Alignment Training led by Slingshot25 (Unanimous)

Conservation Board

The Board will review Eagle Scout project proposals and a Memorandum of Understanding regarding IA 3 reconstruction impacts on the Heritage Trail. The meeting also includes a request for electrical, conduit, and fiber installation along the trail.

• Eagle Scout project proposal: Audrey Kilgore Troop 194
• Eagle Scout project proposal: Riley Dieters - Graf Park Flag Pole
• MOU regarding Heritage Trail impacts from IA 3 reconstruction
• Request for underground electric line, conduit, and fiber easement along Heritage Trail
• Approval of August 2023 payables

The board approved two Eagle Scout projects for park improvements and expressed openness to partnerships for installing fiber optical cable and electric lines along the Heritage Trail. A memorandum of understanding for the reconstruction of IA 3 was not acted upon pending attorney review.

• Approved Audrey Kilgore's Eagle Scout project for selfie stands at Swiss Valley Park, Swiss Valley Nature Preserve, and Little Maquoketa River Mounds
• Approved Riley Dieters' Eagle Scout project to replace a flag pole at Graf Park
• Approved openness to partnerships for buried fiber optical cable and electric along the Heritage Trail
• No action taken on MOU for reconstruction of IA 3 (pending attorney review)
• Approved July 27, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved July 31, 2023 special meeting minutes
• Approved August 2023 payables

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to consider several variance requests and review job descriptions for the Public Health Coordinator and Opioid Subcommittee. The meeting also includes reports from the Health Department, Visiting Nurse Association, and Environmental Health.

• Variance request for 9919 Shawondassee Dr., Dubuque
• Variance request for 5069 St. Catherine's Rd., Dubuque
• Variance request for 8676 Kane Rd., Dubuque
• Review of Public Health Coordinator job description
• Review of Opioid Subcommittee recommended job description

The Board of Health approved three septic system variances for residential properties and two job descriptions, including one for an Opioid Settlement Funds coordinator. The board also accepted the resignation of Dr. Hendrik Schultz.

• Approved septic variances for 9919 Shawondassee Dr. with required regular pumping and 6-month water testing (unanimous)
• Approved septic variance for 5069 St. Catherine Rd. (unanimous)
• Approved septic variance for 8676 Kane Rd. (unanimous)
• Approved job description for an open Public Health Department position (unanimous)
• Approved recommendation to finalize the Opioid Settlement Funds coordinator job description for Board of Supervisors approval (unanimous)
• Approved August 16, 2023 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved July 18 and July 19, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Health

The Dubuque County Board of Health will meet to approve the meeting agenda and previous subcommittee minutes. The session includes a presentation regarding a proposal for an Opioid Settlement Fund Coordinator.

• Proposal for Opioid Settlement Fund Coordinator by Allie White
• Approval of July 18, 2023, Opioid Subcommittee Meeting minutes

The Opioid Subcommittee reviewed a draft proposal for an employment description to organize community response efforts for opioid and substance abuse disorders. The subcommittee expressed support for the draft proposal for presentation to the Board of Health. No formal action items were voted on during the meeting.

• Supported draft proposal for full-time employment to organize community opioid response

Public Meeting

The Board of Trustees will conduct its monthly meeting to review financial reports and the Director's report. The agenda includes a discussion regarding a new Volunteer Policy.

• Review of July 18, 2023 minutes
• Financial reports including Accounts Payable and Account Balance
• Discussion on Volunteer Policy

Zoning

The Commission will consider final plats for Miller Acres No. 4 and Windy Ridge Subdivision Plat 4. The meeting also includes a rezoning request for Daryl and Sandra Klein and a discussion regarding a Zoning Code Update.

• Final Plat: Plat of Survey of Miller Acres No. 4
• Final Plat: Plat of Survey of Windy Ridge Subdivision Plat 4
• Rezoning Case ZC#08-20-23: A-1 Agricultural to A-2 Agricultural Residential (Klein)
• Final Plat: Klein Lane Subdivision
• Discussion on Zoning Code Update

The commission unanimously approved three final plats and one rezoning request for residential use. The rezoning and associated plat for the Klein Lane Subdivision must now go before the Board of Supervisors for final approval.

• Approved July 18, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved Final Plat for Miller Acres No. 4 (6-0)
• Approved Final Plat for Windy Ridge Subdivision Plat 4 (6-0)
• Approved rezoning of 4.225 acres from A-1 to A-2 for Daryl & Sandra Klein (6-0)
• Approved Final Plat for Klein Lane Subdivision (6-0)

Veteran Services Commission

The Commission will conduct its regular bimonthly meeting to review office reports and approve previous meeting minutes. The agenda also includes a closed session for interviewing veterans.

• Approval of minutes from the last meeting
• Review of the Office Report
• Closed session to interview veterans

Public Meeting

The meeting includes a discussion regarding a potential townhall, a book read, Heritage Trail support, and a strategic plan. The agenda also includes public comments and the approval of minutes from July 11, 2023.

• Townhall Discussion
• Strategic plan discussion
• Heritage Trail Support discussion

The council approved the meeting minutes from June 13, 2023. Members agreed to read "No Greatness Without Goodness" as part of National Disability Employment Awareness Month. The group discussed potential ADA accessibility projects and membership recruitment.

• Approved June 13, 2023 minutes
• Agreed to read "No Greatness Without Goodness" for National Disability Employment Awareness Month

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will review several infrastructure agreements, including street resurfacing in Centralia and Dyersville. The meeting also includes public hearings regarding zoning ordinance amendments and the sale of county-owned parcels.

• Public hearing for amendments to Zoning Ordinance
• Public hearing for sale of county-owned parcels
• RCTP agreement with City of Centralia for 2nd Street, 3rd Street, and Jericho Drive resurfacing
• RCTP agreement with City of Dyersville for 5th Avenue NE resurfacing
• Bridge replacement federal-aid agreement for Graf Road

The Board of Supervisors approved several infrastructure projects, including road resurfacing agreements with the cities of Centralia and Dyersville. During a work session, the Board committed $299,100 toward an RCPP application. Personnel hiring and various service contracts were also approved.

• Approved Datisman’s Place Plat 2 – Final Plat (Resolution 23-154)
• Approved hiring of deputies, assistants, and clerks (Resolution 23-155)
• Approved temporary travel restrictions for Research for the Kids Poker Run Ride on Sept 16 (Resolution 23-156)
• Approved RCTP agreement with City of Centralia for 2nd St, 3rd St, and Jericho Drive (Resolution 23-157)
• Approved RCTP agreement with City of Dyersville for 5th Avenue NE (Resolution 23-158)
• Approved Bridge Replacement Federal-Aid Agreement for Graf Road (Resolution 23-159)
• Approved FY2024 Purchase of Service (POS) program contracts (Resolution 23-161)
• Approved $299,100 local contribution for RCPP application (Unanimous)

Public Meeting

The Dubuque County REAP Committee will meet to review the FY24 update to the FY28 Dubuque County REAP Plan. The committee will also review and approve funding applications and receive a REAP update.

• Review and approval of FY24 update to the FY28 Dubuque County REAP Plan
• Review and approval of funding applications
• REAP update from Brian Preston
• Approval of minutes from the August 10, 2022 meeting

The Dubuque County REAP Committee approved the Fiscal Year 2023 REAP plan and granted a $75,000 application to the City of Epworth for park improvements. The committee also set the date for next year's meeting.

• Approved August 24, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Fiscal Year 2023 REAP plan (unanimous)
• Approved $75,000 REAP grant for City of Epworth Tower Park improvements (unanimous)
• Scheduled next year's meeting for August 7, 2023, at 1:00 PM

Food Policy Council

The council will review updates on food resource guides and follow up on actions from previous meetings. Discussion topics include obesity, food preservation, and upcoming ISU Extension courses.

• Discussion of obesity led by Dr. Hendrik Schultz
• Overview of Dubuque County's Food Systems ISU Extension course series
• Rooted Table event at Jackson Park on September 3
• Follow-up on sourcing bulk food from alternative vendors
• Open discussion regarding council funding and purpose

Public Meeting

The Dubuque County Historic Preservation Commission will review the FY 2023 and FY 2024 budgets. The meeting also includes a Section 106 notice regarding a Canadian Pacific Railway proposal to install seven 60-foot monopoles in the county.

• Section 106 notice for Canadian Pacific Railway (CP) proposal to install seven 60-foot monopoles
• FY 2023 budget review
• FY 2024 budget review
• Appointment of Rodney Fiebelkorn
• Retirement of Chris Soeder

The Dubuque County Historic Preservation Commission approved funds for three partner organizations to support Juneteenth events on June 18, 2023. These events include a presentation at the Dubuque Museum of Art and a walking tour. The commission also approved all suggestions for the remaining FY22 funds.

• Approved June 2023 agenda and April 2023 minutes
• Approved funding for three partner organizations for Juneteenth events
• Approved all suggestions for remaining FY22 funds by acclamation

Zoning

The Dubuque County Zoning Board of Adjustment will conduct public hearings regarding a special use permit and a variance for David and Bonnie Holl. The board will also review the minutes from the July 5, 2023 meeting.

• Public hearing for BA#08-33-23: David & Bonnie Holl Special Use Permit
• Public hearing for BA#08-34-23: David & Bonnie Holl Variance
• Approval of July 5, 2023 meeting minutes
• Discussion regarding Board of Adjustment Public Contact Information

Conservation Board

The Board awarded a contract to Thoma Fencing for a project on Josh Brehm’s property west of Heritage Trail. The project cost is $8.77 per foot, which exceeds the $15,000 budget and will require funds from another project.

• Awarded Thoma Fencing the project at $8.77 a foot (carried)

Conservation Board

The board awarded a contract for pedestrian overpass and sidewalk repairs on the Heritage Trail and approved the filling of a vacant Park Ranger position. A request to allow ATVs and UTVs on the Heritage Trail for a special event was denied following public opposition.

• Awarded Heritage Trail pedestrian overpass and sidewalk repair bid to Eastern Iowa Excavating for $123,759.02
• Denied special event application to allow ATV/UTV/Golf carts on Heritage Trail
• Approved filling of vacant Park Ranger position
• Approved Eagle Scout project to replace shade shelter picnic tables at Heritage Pond
• Approved TMBR Fall Bicycle Festival special event at Proving Grounds for Oct 7, 2023
• Updated REAP plan and dates to FY24 thru FY28
• Approved up to four staff members to attend 2023 Fall Conference in Council Bluffs, IA
• Approved July 2023 payables

Veteran Services Commission

The Dubuque County Veterans Affairs Commission will meet to review office reports and approve previous minutes. The meeting includes a closed session to interview veterans.

• Closed session to interview veterans

Board of Health

The Board of Health approved a new department logo and a proposal to hire a staff member to manage opioid settlement funds. The board also granted a septic variance for a property on Kane Road and approved the hiring of a replacement employee. A motion to add 988 decals to county vehicles was passed, pending a 45-day inquiry into regional funding.

• Approved septic variance for 8676 Kane Rd (unanimous)
• Approved adding 988 decals to all Dubuque County Vehicles, pending 45-day regional funding inquiry (unanimous)
• Approved hiring a replacement employee pending job title review (unanimous)
• Adopted proposed updated Public Health Department logo revision (unanimous)
• Approved proposal to hire a staff person to manage opioid settlement funds response (unanimous)
• Approved June 21, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved modified July 19, 2023 meeting agenda (unanimous)

Public Meeting

The Board of Health will receive reports from the Board Chairperson, the Executive Director of Dubuque County Public Health, and the Opioid Response Network. The meeting includes a session for participant input to identify priority needs.

• Report from Sherrie Watkins, Opioid Response Network
• Participant input to identify priority needs
• Review of subcommittee recommendations

The Opioid Subcommittee voted unanimously to present four specific recommendations to the Board of Health regarding resource mapping, staffing, and Narcan access. Members and guests discussed the need for a local inpatient treatment center and the use of settlement funds for jail social worker costs.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved recommendation to map available resources and conduct needs assessment (unanimous)
• Approved recommendation to develop a proposal for an Opioid Settlement Fund Coordinator (unanimous)
• Approved recommendation to enlist assistance of Opioid Response Network (unanimous)
• Approved recommendation to develop a program to reduce barriers to Narcan access (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Dubuque County Zoning Commission approved three final plats for property subdivisions and one rezoning request to separate a home from farmland. The commission also noted the appointment of a new Planning & Zoning Director.

• Approved Dietz Farm Subdivision Plat 7 (7-0)
• Approved Leytem Place Fourth Subdivision Final Plat (7-0)
• Approved Peter Kramer Place No. 2 Final Plat (7-0)
• Approved rezoning of 1.00 acre for Paul & Karen Schwaegler from A-1 Agricultural to A-2 Agricultural Residential (7-0)
• Approved June 20, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings on three rezoning requests. They are also deciding on several equipment purchases for the Secondary Road Department and travel restrictions for upcoming local events.

• Public hearings for rezoning requests ZC#06-16-23, ZC#06-17-23, and ZC#06-18-23
• Purchase of a heavy duty tandem axle truck from Truck Country of Iowa Inc.
• Purchase of a 2023 John Deere 6120M Cab Tractor from Bodensteiner Implement
• Temporary travel restrictions for St. Clements Church Parade (July 30) and Research for the Kids UTV Ride (Aug 27)
• RCTP agreement with City of Cascade for 2nd Ave NE Resurfacing & Storm Sewer Project

The Board of Supervisors approved several resolutions for road department equipment, including a tractor and heavy duty truck. The Board also adopted a new county real estate sales policy and authorized the hiring of deputies, assistants, and clerks.

• Approved hiring of deputies, assistants, and clerks (Res 23-143)
• Approved purchase of heavy duty tandem axle truck from Truck Country of Iowa Inc. (Res 23-146)
• Approved purchase of snow equipment from Tri-State Truck Equipment (Res 23-147)
• Approved purchase of 2023 John Deere 6120M Cab Tractor from Bodensteiner Implement (Res 23-148)
• Approved RCTP agreement with City of Cascade for 2nd Ave NE project (Res 23-149)
• Approved lease for City Assessor office space with Pine Box LLLP (Res 23-152)
• Accepted new county real estate sales policy
• Appointed James Vansteenburg to Disabilities Council and Rodney Fiebelkorn to Historical Preservation Committee

Board of Supervisors

The Board conducted a work session to discuss funding, location, and utility costs for 911 services. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded in the minutes.

• Requested cost estimate for a new facility from Sheriff Joe Kennedy and Emergency Management Director Tom Berger

Zoning

The Board of Adjustment approved five requests for garage variances and one special use permit for a new home. All approvals were granted unanimously and conditioned on the installation of gutters and downspouts to direct water onto the owners' properties.

• Approved variance for 16’ x 28’ attached garage at Parrot Drive (5-0)
• Approved variance for 40’ x 50’ detached garage at St. Catherine Road (5-0)
• Approved variance for 12’ x 30’ attached garage at Sandestin Drive (5-0)
• Approved Special Use Permit for 88’x 48’ home at Circle Ridge Road (5-0)
• Approved variance for 30’x 36’ detached garage at Forest Gate Road (5-0)
• Approved June 6, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Variance request BA#07-26-23 (Kyle & Traci Behnke) withdrawn

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors unanimously approved several infrastructure contracts, including bridge and culvert replacements. They authorized the purchase of a backhoe loader and approved the FY2024 funding list for the Rural County Transportation Program. One lease for the City Assessor office space was tabled.

• Approved FY2024 funding for Rural County Transportation Program projects
• Approved RCB pipe culvert replacement on Oakland Farms Rd. with Pirc-Tobin Construction
• Approved bridge replacement on Fishpond Rd. with Taylor Construction, Inc.
• Approved bridge replacement on Clear Creek Rd. with Taylor Construction, Inc.
• Approved purchase of one 2021 John Deere 410L Backhoe Loader Tractor from Martin Equipment
• Approved FY24 lease with City of Dubuque for Juvenile Court Services office space
• Tabled lease with Pine Box LLLP for City Assessor office space
• Approved final plats for Hoffman Farm, Holstein Lane, and Kermit’s Subdivision #2

Board of Health

The Board discussed forming an ad hoc committee to manage $570k in upcoming opioid settlement funds and the distribution of Naloxone. The Board also approved the procurement of member nametags and business cards. Other updates included the progress of the County Health Department's strategic planning.

• Approved meeting agenda for June 21, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved meeting minutes for May 17, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved procurement of nametags and business cards for Board members (5-0)

Zoning

The commission approved the Holstein Lane and Hoffman Farm subdivisions. It also approved two rezoning requests: one for highway business storage and another for agricultural residential use.

• Approved Holstein Lane Subdivision final plat (7-0)
• Approved Hoffman Farm Subdivision final plat (7-0)
• Approved rezoning 4.25 acres from R-1 Rural Residential to B-2 Highway Business for storage buildings (7-0)
• Approved rezoning 1.5 acres from A-1 Agricultural to A-2 Agricultural Residential (Vote tally not recorded)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors approved budget appropriations and fund transfers for Fiscal Year 2024. They also approved collective bargaining agreements for Sunnycrest Manor employees, Secondary Roads employees, and the Assistant County Attorney’s Associations.

• Approved FY2024 budget appropriations and fund transfers
• Approved Collective Bargaining Agreements for AFSCME Local 2843, Teamsters Local 120, and Assistant County Attorney’s Associations
• Approved Amended FY2024 Secondary Road Five Year Construction Plan
• Approved updated employee handbook with Indigenous Day as floating holiday (2-1)
• Approved five final plats including Barrington Lakes No. 5 and Windy Ridge Subdivision Plat 3
• Approved tax abatements for City of Peosta, City of Dubuque, and Dubuque County
• Approved hiring of deputies, assistants, and clerks
• Requested 30-day extension from Dubuque Initiatives regarding 911 Center decisions

Conservation Board

The Board approved several contractor payments for trail and park projects and authorized the installation of two new vault toilets. A public hearing was held for the Heritage Trail Pedestrian Overpass, and numerous residents spoke against allowing motorized vehicles on the Heritage Trail.

• Approved May 18, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved $98,866.64 payment to Gansen Excavating for IPC Trailhead Parking Lot
• Approved $104,262.69 payment to Gansen Excavating for Swiss Valley Park Catfish Creek Improvements Phase 2
• Approved installation of Goldeneye vault toilet at Interstate Power Co. Forest Preserve and Teal vault toilet at Whitewater Canyon
• Approved Director Preston to attend ISAC annual conference August 22-25, 2023
• Approved June 2023 payables

Veteran Services Commission

The commission will hold a bimonthly meeting to review office reports and approve previous minutes. The agenda includes a closed session specifically for interviewing veterans.

• Closed session to interview veterans

Public Meeting

The council approved the minutes from the April 11, 2023 meeting. Members discussed strategies for increasing diverse representation on the council and reviewed survey data regarding community inclusion, recreation, and transportation.

• Approved April 11, 2023 meeting minutes

Public Meeting

The Commission updated its workplan for 2023 and 2024 and the Historic Preservation Month proclamation. It decided to reallocate remaining FY2023 budget funds to the Juneteenth Black Heritage Walking Tour program. The updated proclamation will be sent to the Board of Supervisors for the May 1 meeting.

• Approved April 2023 agenda and February 2023 minutes as amended
• Reallocated $545.38 in FY2023 budget to Juneteenth Black Heritage Walking Tour catering and publicity
• Updated 2023 and 2024 workplan
• Updated Historic Preservation Month proclamation

Zoning

The Dubuque County Zoning Board of Adjustment will meet to consider several variance requests and special use permits. The board will also review a variance extension for Joseph and Tammy Henry.

• Special use permit request for Todd & Lisa Frasher (BA#06-22-23)
• Special use permit request for Pfabco LLC/Cory & Susan Pfab (BA#06-25-23)
• Variance requests for Tri-State Community Church Inc, Jag Properties LLC, and others
• Variance extension for Joseph & Tammy Henry (BA#04-11-22)

The Dubuque County Zoning Board of Adjustment approved six variance requests for storage sheds, garages, and a sign. One special use permit was also granted for a machine shed. All decisions were passed unanimously.

• Approved 2.3’ height variance for Besler storage shed (5-0)
• Approved setbacks variances for Tri-State Community Church sign (5-0)
• Approved setback and height variances for Ingalsbe detached garage (5-0)
• Approved 7’ side lot line variance for Kammerude storage shed (5-0)
• Approved front and side lot line variances for Kramer attached garage (5-0)
• Approved Special Use Permit for Frasher machine shed (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors approved contracts for the Dubuque County Jail Pod B Renovation and several right-of-way and culvert projects. They also authorized the hiring of deputies, assistants, and clerks. Most items were approved unanimously, though the purchase of the Iowa DOT Key West property passed with one nay vote.

• Approved contract with Samuels Group, Inc. for Dubuque County Jail Pod B Renovation
• Approved purchase of Iowa DOT Key West property (2-1)
• Approved hiring of deputies, assistants, and clerks
• Approved right of way documents for Northwest Arterial/D10/S John Deere Rd project
• Approved plans and right of way documents for Oakland Farms Rd RCB culvert replacement
• Approved contract with Cost Advisory Services, Inc.
• Approved Planning and Development Director job description
• Approved Sunnycrest Board of Trustees recommendation for staff salary increase

Public Meeting

The Catfish Creek Watershed Authority Board will meet to approve April 2023 meeting minutes and specific invoices. Staff will provide updates on field days and sediment basins.

• April 2023 Waldo Invoice
• SQR Invoices
• New Melleray Field Day
• Field Days scheduled for June 16 and August 26
• Swiss Valley Sediment Basin(s) update

Board of Health

The Board of Health met with consultants from Evident Analytics, LLC to identify core values. These themes will be used to create a mission, vision, and values statement for the Dubuque County Public Health Department. No legislative actions were taken.

• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Public Meeting

The Mental Health/Disability Services of the East Central Region Governing Board will meet to discuss financial reports and the FY23 ending fund balance. The board is considering several new MOUs, contracts, and rate sheets for healthcare and diversion services. Other items include a HIPAA program renewal and a review of priority initiatives for FY23 and FY24.

• ISAC HIPAA Program Renewal
• April Claims and April Financial Report
• Contracts for Finley Hospital Dubuque and MercyOne Dubuque regarding Inpatient Commitment Cost
• Jail Diversion contracts with Department of Corrections and 6th Judicial District of Corrections
• MOUs with The Arc of East Central Iowa and Tanager for camperships

Public Meeting

The Dubuque County Watersheds body is meeting to conduct an overview and discussion of the Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP).

• Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP) overview and discussion

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is holding a special work session. The meeting consists of an overview and discussion regarding the Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP).

• Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP) overview and discussion

Conservation Board

The Dubuque County Conservation Board is meeting to review special event applications and infrastructure payments. The board will set a public hearing date for pedestrian overpass PCC sidewalk repairs on the Heritage Trail.

• Special event applications for Proving Grounds (Iowa Scholastic MTB Race)
• Special event applications for Heritage Trail (Alzheimers 5K and Half Marathon, Bownanza 3D Archery Tournament, Jeeps on the Mountain)
• Payment No. 1 for Swiss Valley Park, Catfish Creek Improvements - Phase 2
• Setting a public hearing for Heritage Trail pedestrian overpass PCC sidewalk repairs
• Approval of May 2023 payables

The Board approved several special event applications for Proving Grounds and Heritage Trail and authorized a payment to Gansen Excavating. A public hearing was scheduled for June 15 to discuss Heritage Trail pedestrian overpass repairs estimated to exceed $100,000.

• Approved $137,238.90 payment to Gansen Excavating for Swiss Valley Park, Catfish Creek Improvements — Phase 2
• Scheduled public hearing for June 15 at 4:00 PM regarding Heritage Trail Pedestrian Overpass PCC Sidewalk/Trail repairs
• Approved Iowa Scholastic MTB league event on June 24 at Proving Grounds
• Approved Alzheimer’s 5K and half marathon on August 19 at Heritage Pond
• Approved Sundown Mountain 3D Archery Tournament camping August 18-20
• Approved Sundown Mountain Jeeps on the Mountain camping October 13-15 (3-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved April 20, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved May 2023 payables

Public Meeting

The Sunnycrest Manor Advisory Board will meet to elect officers and review reports from the Board of Trustees, Administrator, and financial records. The board will also hold a discussion on strategic planning.

• Election of officers
• Strategic planning discussion
• Financial report review
• Board of Trustee report
• Administrator report

Board of Health

The Dubuque County Board of Health will meet to discuss the septic status of the Iowa Sports Expo Group. The board will also review a letter from community members regarding the use of Opioid Settlement Funds.

• Discussion and possible action on Iowa Sports Expo Group septic status
• Review of community letter regarding Opioid Settlement Funds
• Status update on Board of Health enforcement ordinance and procedure
• Status update on Assistant Director job description
• Discussion and distribution of Board of Health governing body bylaws

The Board approved the meeting agenda and April 19 minutes. The session primarily consisted of reports from the County Health Department and VNA, and a discussion regarding septic and water concerns at the Iowa Sports Expo Group's soccer complex.

• Approved May 17, 2023 agenda (7-0)
• Approved April 19, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)

Veteran Services Commission

The commission will meet to review an office report and approve minutes from the previous meeting. The agenda includes a closed session to interview veterans.

• Closed session to interview veterans

Zoning

The commission approved two final plats for property splits and one rezoning request for 37 acres to be converted from agricultural to single-family residential use. The board also confirmed several previous rezoning cases were approved by the Board of Supervisors.

• Approved final plat for Hosch Acres to split 10.17 acres into two lots (7-0)
• Approved final plat for Windy Ridge Subdivision Plat 3 to split 17.510 acres into two lots (7-0)
• Approved rezoning of 37 acres from A-1 Agricultural to R-2 Single Family Residential for Daniel & Maureen Leytem (7-0)
• Approved April 18, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)

Public Meeting

The Dubuque County Library District Board of Trustees will meet to discuss updates to the Circulation Policy and Interlibrary Loan Policy. The board will also review financial reports and reports from the Joint Library Advisory Committee and Library Agency.

• Circulation Policy
• Interlibrary Loan Policy
• Accounts Payable and Account Balance reports

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors approved several infrastructure contracts, including elevator modernization and road improvements. They authorized a bid for the Key West property and approved a 5% wage increase for non-bargaining employees. Multiple zoning changes and plat surveys were also approved.

• Authorized $500,000 bid offer for Iowa DOT Key West property (2-1)
• Approved 5% wage increase for non-bargaining employees and Maintenance staff scale increase
• Approved purchase contract with Schumacher Elevator Company for DLEC Elevator Modernization Project
• Approved contract with Demmer Oil Co. for FY2024 biodiesel and ethanol blended gasoline
• Approved hiring of deputies, assistants, and clerks
• Approved lease with Dubuque Idea Campus, LLC
• Approved temporary travel restrictions on county roads for June 2, 2023, Tractor Ride
• Approved personnel requisition for Temporary Part-time Clerk Cashier for Treasurer’s office

Public Meeting

The committee approved the minutes from March 21, 2023, and voted to adopt updated bylaws. Kathy Weber was elected as Vice Chair. Members discussed the development of a strategic plan and a new process for sharing monthly announcements.

• Approved minutes from 3/21/23
• Elected Kathy Weber as Vice Chair
• Approved updated bylaws

Public Meeting

The agenda for this meeting consists only of the adoption of the agenda. No other specific business items or decisions are listed.

The Dubuque County Food Policy Council elected Catherine Caitlin as Chair, Rich Henderson as Vice-Chair, and Laurana Snyder as Secretary. The council also voted to hold meetings quarterly through the end of the year, starting in May. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting focused on organizational matters.

• Elected Catherine Caitlin as Chair, Rich Henderson as Vice-Chair, Laurana Snyder as Secretary (unanimous)
• Approved quarterly meetings through end of year, starting May 2023 (motion passed)

Veteran Services Commission

The Dubuque County Veterans Affairs Commission will meet to review office reports and approve previous minutes. The meeting includes a closed session to interview veterans.

• Closed session to interview veterans

Zoning

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will meet to review several applications for variances and special use permits. The board will also consider the approval of minutes from the April 4, 2023 meeting.

• BA#05-11-23 Paul & Rochelle Beyer variances
• BA#05-12-23 Charles & Lisa Wehrspann variances
• BA#05-13-23 Ryan Sindt special use permit
• BA#05-14-23 Reiss Family Farm LLC special use permit
• BA#05-15-23 and BA#05-16-23 Tyler & Nicole Duerksen special use permit and variances

The Dubuque County Zoning Board of Adjustment approved four items unanimously (5-0): variances for Paul & Rochelle Beyer to build a detached garage closer to lot lines, variances for Charles & Lisa Wehrspann to build a pole shed with reduced setbacks and extra height, a special use permit for Ryan Sindt to add a home addition in an agricultural district, and a special use permit for Reiss Family Farm LLC to allow Janet Reiss to live in a converted shed as a temporary second home. All approvals included conditions for gutters and downspouts to direct water onto the owner's property; the Reiss permit terminates upon her death or departure.

• Approved Beyer variance for 24'x24' garage with 10' front setback and 3' side setback variances (5-0)
• Approved Wehrspann variance for 36'x50' pole shed with 37' side setback, 2' building separation, and 5' height variances (5-0)
• Approved Sindt special use permit for 42'x45' home addition in A-1 district (5-0)
• Approved Reiss Family Farm special use permit to convert shed into temporary home for Janet Reiss, terminating upon her death or move (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will review several infrastructure contracts for road maintenance and culvert replacements. The meeting includes a public hearing notice for zoning ordinance amendments and decisions on election services contracts.

• Public hearing notice for amendments to Zoning Ordinance
• Road resurfacing and culvert contracts for Prairie Creek Rd, Ryan Rd, McAndrews Rd, and Callahan Rd
• Culvert replacements and extensions on Bernard Rd and Twelve Mile Rd
• Purchase and maintenance contracts with Adkins Election Services
• Temporary travel restrictions on county roads June 11th for Dirty Ernie’s UTV/Side by Side Ride

The Board of Supervisors approved several resolutions for road repairs, culvert replacements, and election hardware and software services. The Board also voted to relocate the Permanent Part Time Patient Advocate. All items were approved unanimously unless otherwise noted.

• Approved hiring of deputies, assistants, and clerks (Res 23-076)
• Approved maintenance rock delivery contracts with Bard Materials, C.J. Moyna & Sons, and River City Stone (Res 23-077)
• Approved HMA resurfacing and culvert work on Prairie Creek, Ryan, McAndrews, and Callahan roads (Res 23-078)
• Approved CMP culvert replacements and RCB extensions on Bernard and Twelve Mile roads (Res 23-079)
• Approved temporary travel restrictions for June 11th UTV ride benefit (Res 23-080)
• Approved purchase and maintenance contracts with Adkins Election Service (Res 23-082, 23-083)
• Approved support for Airport SCASDP federal grant application (Res 23-084)
• Approved relocation of Permanent Part Time Patient Advocate (2-1)

Public Meeting

The Mental Health/Disability Services of the East Central Region Governing Board will review financial reports and claims from March. The board will discuss a transportation gap analysis and consider new contracts for counseling, transportation, and advisory services.

• ECR Transportation Gap Analysis by The University of Iowa
• Contract for Switzer Counseling (Therapy)
• Contract for American Secure Car, LLC (Transportation)
• Contract for Heartland Strategies (Advisory Services)
• Contract for The Peerman Group (Academy of Excellence Training)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings regarding the FY24 proposed budget and the FY23 re-estimated budget. The body will consider resolutions to adopt the FY24 budget, tax certifications, and official compensation.

• Public hearing on FY24 Proposed Budget
• Resolution to adopt FY24 County Budget and Certification of Taxes
• Resolution to adopt FY24 Compensation for Elected Officials and their Deputies
• Public hearing on FY23 Re-estimated Budget
• Resolution to approve FY23 Appropriations Amendment 2 and Fund Transfers Amendment 2

Conservation Board

The Dubuque County Conservation Board is meeting to discuss infrastructure projects and land management. The board will consider bids for marina seating and bridge repairs, as well as a deed amendment for a wildlife area.

• Special use request from Dubuque Area Triathlon Club
• Bid award for Massey Marina outdoor patio seating
• Professional service proposal from Origin Design for Heritage Trail Bridge 11 railing and deck replacement
• Amendment to Deed of Conservation Easement for Whitewater Canyon Wildlife Area
• Review of Dubuque County Water Trail Plan results

The board awarded a $10,461 contract for outdoor patio seating at Massey Marina and approved a professional service agreement for railing and deck replacement at Heritage Trail Bridge 11. Other actions included approving a special use request for swim practice and an easement amendment for Whitewater Canyon Wildlife Area.

• Approved Dubuque Area Triathlon Club special use request for Heritage Pond swim practice
• Awarded Massey Marina outdoor patio seating bid to Kane Brothers Concrete LLC for $10,461.00
• Approved professional service agreement with Origin Design for Heritage Trail Bridge 11 railing and deck replacement (4-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved Amendment to Deed of Conservation Easement for Whitewater Canyon Wildlife Area
• Approved advertising for trail crew
• Approved April 2023 payables
• Approved March 16, 2023 meeting minutes

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to review monthly reports from the Health Department, VNA, and a budget detail report. No new business or unfinished business items are listed on the agenda.

• Health Department monthly report by Allie White
• VNA monthly report by Stacey Killian
• Monthly detail vs budget report by Sandra Larson

The Board of Health held a regularly scheduled meeting to review department reports and budget status. No substantive action items were decided, though the board discussed upcoming strategic planning and the recruitment of a new Assistant Health Director.

• Approved April 19, 2023 meeting agenda (6-0)
• Approved March 22, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)

Zoning

The Zoning Commission will consider several requests to change land use designations, including shifts between agricultural and residential zoning. The body will also review final plats for various subdivisions and discuss updates to the Zoning Code.

• Rezoning ZC#04-07-23: B-2 Highway Business to R-2 Single Family Residential (Family of Dreams LLC/Abby & Tony Ball)
• Rezoning ZC#04-14-23: A-1 Agricultural to R-2 Single Family Residential (Butlers Children’s Garden Foundation and Terry Koelker)
• Five requests to rezone A-1 Agricultural to A-2 Agricultural Residential (ZC#04-08-23 through ZC#04-12-23)
• Final plat approvals for Barrington Lakes No. 5, Holy Family Church Subdivision, and Kermit’s Subdivision #2
• Final plat approvals for Y-Camp Place No. 2 and No. 3

The Commission approved three final plats for property consolidation and ownership changes. It also approved three rezoning requests to allow for residential use or the sale of farm homes.

• Approved Barrington Lakes No. 5 Final Plat to consolidate two lots (5-0)
• Approved Holy Family Church Subdivision Final Plat (5-0)
• Approved Kermit’s Subdivision #2 Final Plat (5-0)
• Approved rezoning 0.50 acres from B-2 Highway Business to R-2 Single Family Residential for Family of Dreams LLC (5-0)
• Approved rezoning 1.377 acres from A-1 Agricultural to A-2 Agricultural Residential for Mary, Julie, and Bob Arnold (5-0)
• Approved rezoning 3.5 acres from A-1 Agricultural to A-2 Agricultural Residential for Bruce and Connie Hoffman (5-0)

Public Meeting

The Board of Trustees will review financial reports and 3rd quarter statistics. The meeting includes a discussion on the Summer Reading Program and a new business item regarding the Meeting Room Policy.

• Meeting Room Policy
• Summer Reading Program Overview
• 3rd Quarter Statistics
• Financial reports including Accounts Payable and Account Balance

Public Meeting

The Board will meet to approve March 2023 meeting minutes and a Waldo invoice. Staff will provide updates on several watershed and farming projects.

• Approval of March 2023 Waldo Invoice
• Swiss Valley Phase 2 update
• New Melleray Buffer Project update
• Farmer to Farmer Group Update
• RCPP update

Board of Supervisors

The Dubuque County Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings regarding three zoning changes. The Board will also review bids for road and culvert projects and consider resolutions for personnel hiring and project vouchers.

• Public hearing: ZC#03-04-23 Schute Farm Company (A-1 Agricultural to A-2 Agricultural Residential)
• Public hearing: ZC#03-05-23 Leonard Smith II Trust (A-1 Agricultural to A-2 Agricultural Residential)
• Public hearing: ZC#03-06-23 Douglas & Charissa Vorwald (A-1 Agricultural to M-2 Heavy Industrial)
• Bids for HMA resurfacing and culverts on Prairie Creek Rd, Ryan Rd, McAndrews Rd, and Callahan Rd
• Resolution to approve hiring of deputies, assistants, and clerks

The Board approved resolutions for personnel hiring, a road project progress voucher, and a project extension request. A proposed MOU regarding MH/DS reimbursement for County Employees failed due to a lack of a second motion.

• Approved Resolution 23-069 for hiring deputies, assistants, and clerks
• Approved Resolution 23-070 for final progress voucher on Sundown Rd resurfacing project
• Approved Resolution 23-071 authorizing chair to sign WFPO project extension request
• Denied MOU regarding reimbursement from MH/DS for County Employees (motion died without second)
• Approved April 3 and April 6, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved Special Class C Retail Alcohol Licenses for Derby Grange and Sacred Heart Church

Public Meeting

The body will review and take action on bylaws and the strategic plan. The meeting also includes a discussion on the monthly announcement process and communications.

• Bylaws discussion and action
• Strategic plan review
• Monthly announcement process

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will hold a closed session to discuss strategy regarding collective bargaining agreements. The remainder of the meeting is dedicated to public comments on non-agenda items.

• Closed session regarding collective bargaining agreements

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is conducting a budget worksession to discuss and potentially take action on the FY23 and FY24 budgets. The meeting includes approvals for public hearing notices regarding these budgets.

• Notice of Public Hearing on Proposed FY24 Budget
• Notice of Public Hearing on FY23 Re-estimated Budget

Veteran Services Commission

The commission is holding a bimonthly meeting to review office reports and approve previous minutes. The agenda includes a closed session to interview veterans.

• Closed session to interview veterans

Zoning

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings to consider two variance requests and two special use permits. The board will also approve minutes from the March 7, 2023 meeting.

• BA#04-07-23 Bernard & Donna Duehr variance
• BA#04-08-23 Calvin & Sandy Denlinger special use permit
• BA#04-09-23 Adam Dudley/Mark & Joyce Dudley special use permit
• BA#04-10-23 Adam Dudley/Mark & Joyce Dudley variance

The Board approved a garage variance, a home addition special use permit, and a special use permit and variance for a mobile home on a family farm. All approvals required that gutters and downspouts direct water onto the owners' properties.

• Approved variance for 24’x 14’ detached garage addition at Lore Mound Court (5-0)
• Approved Special Use Permit for 43’ x 24’ home addition at 6996 Olde Davenport Rd (5-0)
• Approved Special Use Permit for a second residential mobile home at 2625 Dudley Lane (5-0)
• Approved variance for mobile home placement 45’ from front lot line at 2625 Dudley Lane (5-0)
• Approved March 7, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Dubuque County Board of Supervisors will consider road budget amendments and various infrastructure projects. The meeting includes a public hearing for the DLEC Elevator Modernization Project and proposed zoning ordinance amendments.

• Public hearing for DLEC Elevator Modernization Project
• Amended FY2023 and FY2024 Secondary Road Budgets
• Bridge replacement on Old Highway Rd with Taylor Construction Inc.
• Pavement marking contract with Vogel Traffic Services Inc.
• Intermediary Relending Program loan to Dubuque County Fair Association

The Board of Supervisors unanimously approved several road and bridge projects, including a bridge replacement on Old Highway Rd. The board also adopted a new investment policy and approved the hiring of deputies, assistants, and clerks.

• Approved hiring of deputies, assistant, and clerks (Res 23-056)
• Approved Amended FY2023 and FY2024 Secondary Road Budgets (Res 23-057)
• Approved bridge replacement on Old Highway Rd with Taylor Construction Inc. (Res 23-058)
• Approved pavement marking contract with Vogel Traffic Services Inc. (Res 23-059)
• Approved Final Plat Brehm Acres Plat 3 (Res 23-055)
• Adopted Dubuque County Investment Policy (Res 23-067)
• Approved Intermediary Relending Program loan to Dubuque County Fair Association (Res 23-068)
• Approved support for the Local Option Sales Tax (Res 23-064)

Public Meeting

The Sunnycrest Manor Advisory Board will meet to elect officers and review an administrator report. The board will also hold a discussion regarding strategic planning.

• Election of officers
• Administrator report
• Strategic planning discussion
• Facility tour following the meeting

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing regarding the proposed property tax levy and a resolution to establish maximum tax dollars for FY24. The meeting also includes budget worksessions for FY23 and FY24 and a discussion on 911 center plans.

• Public hearing on proposed property tax levy
• Resolution establishing maximum property tax dollars for FY24
• Budget worksession for FY23 and FY24 budgets
• Work session regarding 911 center plans

Public Meeting

The Mental Health/Disability Services of the East Central Region Governing Board is meeting to discuss financial reports and the FY24 budget. The body will also review contracts for transportation and provider grants.

• FY24 Annual Service & Budget Plan
• Letter of Engagement with Ahler’s & Cooney
• February Claims and Financial Report
• Contracts for Fast Trans and Linn Co. LIFTS transportation
• FY23 Provider Grant MOUs for Operations, Technology & Workforce

Veteran Services Commission

The Dubuque County Veterans Affairs Commission is meeting to review office reports and approve previous minutes. The commission will hold a closed session to interview veterans.

• Closed session to interview veterans

Board of Health

The Dubuque County Board of Health will meet to discuss a variance request and review the governing body bylaws. The board will also receive reports from the Health Department and VNA.

• Variance request for 13435 Graf Rd., Durango
• Review and discussion of Board of Health's Governing Body Bylaws
• Monthly budget detail report
• Update on the use of Mercy's mobile unit for vaccines and healthcare needs
• Status update on enforcement procedure

The Board of Health approved updates to its governing bylaws and granted a variance request for a resident in Durango. The board also noted the resignation of Assistant Health Director Laura McCarthy-Kohn.

• Approved variance request for Tyler Duerksen at 13435 Graf Rd., Durango (5-0)
• Approved revisions to Governing Bylaws including virtual voting and PIO protocols (5-0)
• Approved March 22, 2023 meeting agenda (5-0)
• Approved February 15, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)

Public Meeting

The Dubuque County Library District Board of Trustees will meet to discuss financial reports and committee updates. The board is scheduled to address new business regarding the Bulletin Board & Display Policy and the Programs Policy.

• Review of Bulletin Board & Display Policy
• Review of Programs Policy
• Financial reports on accounts payable and account balances
• Reports from Joint Library Advisory Committee, Library Agency, and Farley Library Committee

Zoning

The Dubuque County Zoning Commission will consider the approval of four final plats of survey. The body will also discuss three rezoning cases and a zoning code update.

• Final Plat of Survey of Valentine Place No. 4
• Final Plat of Survey of Metcalf Acres #2
• Final Plat of Survey of Lot 1-2 and Lot 2-2 of O’Rourke Farms Addition
• Final Plat of Survey of Brehm Acres Plat 3
• Rezoning requests for Schute Farm Company, Leonard Smith II Trust, and Douglas & Charissa Vorwald

The Commission approved four final plats for residential and industrial use and granted three rezoning requests to allow for home separations and a business office. The board also discussed delaying the adoption of a Solar Ordinance to conduct further due diligence on setbacks and topsoil preservation.

• Approved Valentine Place No. 4 Final Plat (7-0)
• Approved Metcalf Acres #2 Final Plat (7-0)
• Approved O’Rourke Farms Addition Final Plat (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved Brehm Acres Plat 3 Final Plat (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved ZC#03-04-23 rezoning 1.83 acres to A-2 Agricultural Residential (7-0)
• Approved ZC#03-05-23 rezoning 1.6 acres to A-2 Agricultural Residential (7-0)
• Approved ZC#03-06-23 rezoning 0.5 acres to M-2 Heavy Industrial (7-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings on the FY2023 and FY2024 Secondary Roads Five Year Construction Programs and two agricultural rezoning requests. The meeting includes decisions on bridge replacements and the purchase of portable temporary traffic signals.

• Public hearing on FY2023 and FY2024 Secondary Roads Five Year Construction Programs
• Rezoning requests for Gerald J & Margie A Behnke Trust and Todd F George/Jon Mausser from A-1 to A-2 Agricultural Residential
• Bridge replacement projects on Old Highway Rd, Clear Creek Rd, and Fishpond Rd
• Purchase of Portable Temporary Traffic Signals from John Thomas, Inc.
• Notice of public hearing for freight elevator repair and replacement at the Dubuque County Sheriff's Office

The Board of Supervisors unanimously approved the amended FY2023 and FY2024 Secondary Road Construction Programs. They also authorized several bridge replacements and the purchase of portable temporary traffic signals. Other actions included approving alcohol licenses and a subdivision plat.

• Approved Amended FY2023 and FY2024 Secondary Road Construction Programs (Resolution 23-041)
• Approved Ridge Road Farm Subdivision Final Plat (Resolution 23-042)
• Approved hiring of deputies, assistants, and clerks (Resolution 23-043)
• Approved purchase of Portable Temporary Traffic Signals from John Thomas, Inc. (Resolution 23-044)
• Approved 28E Sharing Agreement with Delaware County for traffic signals (Resolution 23-045)
• Approved bridge replacement plans for Clear Creek Rd and Fishpond Rd (Resolutions 23-047, 23-048)
• Directed Auditor to send letter to Iowa General Assembly regarding CO2 pipelines and eminent domain (Resolution 23-051)
• Approved alcohol licenses for Divot’s Golf Shop, Rivers Massey Marina, and Timberline Golf Course

Conservation Board

The Dubuque County Conservation Board is meeting to discuss updates to its special event policy and permit application. The board will also consider permission to solicit bids for outdoor patio seating at Massey Marina.

• Permission to solicit bids for Massey Marina outdoor patio seating
• Amended Special Event Policy and Permit Application
• Special event application for a Heritage Trail walk to raise money for HDSA
• 2022 Army Corps Annual Report
• Approval of March 2023 payables

The Board approved soliciting bids for a $30,000 outdoor patio seating project at Massey Marina. Members also approved amendments to the Special Event Policy, including updated attendance thresholds and fee assessments. Additionally, the Board approved a fun walk event and staff training for a Hunter Education Instructor Workshop.

• Approved special event application for HDSA fun walk on May 6, 2023
• Approved soliciting bids for Massey Marina outdoor patio seating ($30,000 budget)
• Approved training request for Shaefers and Schroeder to attend Hunter Education Instructor Workshop
• Approved submitting the 2022 Annual Army Corps Report
• Approved amendments to Special Event Policy and Application
• Approved February 23, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved March 2023 payables

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will conduct a budget worksession regarding FY23 and FY24 budgets. The meeting includes a proposed property tax levy public hearing notice and discussions on building acquisition and improvements.

• Notice of Public Hearing for Proposed Property Tax Levy for FY24
• Discussion on potential building acquisition
• Discussion on FY24 capital and personnel improvements

Public Meeting

The City Conference Board will hold a public hearing and vote to adopt the Fiscal Year 2024 Budget. The board will also consider approvals for a union contract and aerial flight services.

• Vote to adopt Fiscal Year 2024 Budget
• Approval of contract for 2024 Aerial Flights
• Approval for Chairperson and Clerk to sign Union Contract
• Approval of Board of Review Members

Veteran Services Commission

The commission is holding a bimonthly meeting to review office reports and approve previous minutes. The agenda includes a closed session specifically for interviewing veterans.

• Closed session to interview veterans

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will conduct a budget worksession regarding the FY23 and FY24 budgets. The meeting includes discussion and possible action on updated valuations and their impact on the FY24 budget.

• Discussion and possible action on FY23 and FY24 budgets
• Review of updated valuations and impact on FY24 budget

Zoning

The Dubuque County Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings for three cases. The board will also discuss a variance extension for Joliet Building Corp.

• Public hearing: BA#03-04-23 Daniel & Susan Larkin variances
• Public hearing: BA#03-05-23 River City Paving/Mathy Construction special use permit
• Public hearing: BA#03-06-23 Brad & Elizabeth Heying variance
• Discussion: Extension of BA#12-40-21 Joliet Building Corp. variances

The Board approved a Special Use Permit for a portable asphalt plant and granted three separate property variances. Additionally, the Board extended a previously granted variance for the Joliet Building Corp project.

• Approved variance for Daniel & Susan Larkin to build a 60’ x 40’ shop with gutters and down spouts (4-0)
• Approved Special Use Permit for River City Paving/Mathy Construction to operate a portable asphalt plant (4-0)
• Approved variance for Brad & Elizabeth Heying to build a hot tub and deck (4-0)
• Approved extension of variances for Joliet Building Corp until December 31, 2023 (4-0)
• Approved February 7, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings regarding zoning ordinance amendments and the Secondary Roads Five Year Construction Programs for FY2023 and FY2024. The body will also vote on several resolutions including township boundary changes and personnel hiring.

• Public hearings for Zoning Ordinance amendments
• Public hearing for FY2023 and FY2024 Secondary Roads Five Year Construction Programs
• Agreement for Highway 20 and Thunder Hills Rd Intersection Project (C-STEP)
• Boundary changes to Dubuque and Julien Townships
• Snow and Ice Removal 28E Agreement with the City of Durango

The Board of Supervisors unanimously approved several resolutions including land plat approvals, personnel hiring, and a traffic engineering project with the Iowa DOT. The Board also authorized a lease extension with Main Street Hospitality LLC and approved boundary changes for Dubuque and Julien Townships.

• Approved Final Plat for Adam Sherald Homestead Plat 2 (unanimous)
• Approved Final Plat for Jecklin Farm Sub (unanimous)
• Approved hiring of deputies, assistants, and clerks (unanimous)
• Approved amended Sunnycrest Manor By-Laws (unanimous)
• Approved Election Board Compensation (unanimous)
• Authorized lease addendum and extension with Main Street Hospitality LLC (unanimous)
• Approved boundary changes for Dubuque and Julien Townships (unanimous)
• Approved C-STEP Project Agreement for Highway 20 and Thunder Hills Rd Intersection (unanimous)

Public Meeting

The Mental Health/Disability Services of the East Central Region Governing Board is meeting to review financial reports and the FY24 draft budget. The board will consider several operational actions, including new MOUs and contracts for service providers.

• FY24 Draft Budget Presentation
• MOU for Fresh Start Ministries staff support and programming
• MOU for Inside Out staff support and programming
• MOU for Catholic Charities staff support and programming
• Contract for Jenn Day Peer Technical Assistance Service

Conservation Board

The Dubuque County Conservation Board will meet to award a bid for a heavy duty pull type flatbed trailer and review special event applications for the Heritage Trail. The board will also consider a partner contribution statement for the North American Wetlands Conservation Act proposal and staff training requests.

• Special event applications for MVRA and St. Vincent DePaul on the Heritage Trail
• Awarding of bid for a heavy duty pull type flatbed trailer
• North American Wetlands Conservation Act proposal partner contribution statement
• Staff training requests
• Approval of February 2023 payables

The Board approved the purchase of a heavy duty flatbed trailer and authorized two community runs. It also signed a support letter for a wetlands conservation proposal and approved staff training for a prairie conference.

• Approved MVRA fun run 5K/10K for May 13, 2023
• Approved St. Vincent DePaul run, walk, bike for September 30, 2023
• Awarded $17,135 bid to Avalon Service Center for a 2023 Behnke Trailer
• Approved letter of support for North American Wetlands Conservation Act Proposal for Cedar-Wapsi Valley Wetlands
• Approved Kaytlan Moeller to attend the North American Prairie Conference
• Approved January 17, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved February 2023 payables

Veteran Services Commission

The commission is holding a bimonthly meeting to review office reports and approve previous minutes. The agenda includes a closed session specifically for interviewing veterans.

• Closed session to interview veterans

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors unanimously approved several resolutions, including the purchase of a Ford F550 pickup for the Secondary Road Department and plans for a bridge replacement on Old Highway Rd. The board also approved the FY24 Byrne JAG Grant application and the hiring of deputies, assistants, and clerks.

• Approved hiring of deputies, assistants, and clerks (unanimous)
• Approved FY24 Byrne JAG Grant application (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 2023 Ford F550 XL Cab Chassis 4x4 Pickup Truck from Victory Ford Inc (unanimous)
• Approved plans and specifications for bridge replacement on Old Highway Rd, Project LFM-B24(04)—7X-31 (unanimous)
• Approved Class C Retail License for Hwy 20 Auto/Truck Plaza (unanimous)
• Approved Township Clerk and Trustee appointments (unanimous)

Zoning

The Dubuque County Zoning Commission will consider the approval of three final subdivision plats. The body will also review two requests to rezone land from A-1 Agricultural to A-2 Agricultural Residential.

• Final Plat of Survey of Jecklin Farm Subdivision in Center Township
• Final Plat of Survey of Adam Sherald Homestead Plat 2 in Jefferson Township
• Final Plat of Survey of Ridge Road Farm Subdivision in Jefferson Township
• Rezoning request ZC#02-02-23 for Gerald J & Margie A Behnke Trust/Levi Behnke
• Rezoning request ZC#02-03-23 for Todd F George/Jon Mausser

The Commission approved rezoning for two properties to allow for residential construction and financing. Additionally, two final plats were approved to divide agricultural land into residential and agricultural lots.

• Approved Jecklin Farm Subdivision Final Plat (5-0)
• Approved Adam Sherald Homestead Plat 2 Final Plat (6-0)
• Approved rezoning 2.5 acres for Behnke Trust from A-1 to A-2 for one home (6-0)
• Approved rezoning 1 acre for Todd George/Jon Mausser from A-1 to A-2 for one home (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved Ridge Road Farm Subdivision Final Plat (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved January 17, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)

Public Meeting

The Dubuque County Library District Board of Trustees will meet to discuss new business including a Branch Establishment Policy and a Proctoring Policy. The board will also review a Memorandum of Understanding between C-SPL and DCLD.

• Branch Establishment Policy
• Proctoring Policy
• MOU Between C-SPL and DCLD
• Financial reports on accounts payable and account balance

Board of Supervisors

The Dubuque County Board of Supervisors will meet to approve the notice for a public hearing regarding the proposed FY24 property tax levy. The meeting also includes a closed session to discuss litigation strategy with counsel.

• Notice of Public Hearing for Proposed Property Tax Levy for FY24

Public Meeting

The Sunnycrest Manor Advisory Board will meet to elect officers and receive reports from the Board of Trustees and the Administrator. The board is also scheduled to hold a discussion on strategic planning.

• Election of officers
• Strategic planning discussion
• Board of Trustee report
• Administrator report
• Facility tour following the meeting

Board of Health

The Board approved a motion to change the frequency of health reports. The Board tabled a vote on the Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) agreement with Mercy One due to a lack of funding.

• Approved changing IMT reports to monthly and COVID-19/vaccination reports to quarterly (5-0)
• Tabled vote to participate in the MAT program with Mercy One
• Approved February 15, 2023 agenda (5-0)
• Approved January 18 and January 23, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Changed next meeting date to March 22, 2023

Public Meeting

The City Conference Board will present and discuss the proposed budget for the City Assessor’s Office for Fiscal Year 2024. The board is expected to approve the budget's publication and set a date and time for a public hearing.

• Presentation of the Proposed City Assessor’s Office Budget for Fiscal Year 2024
• Setting of date and time for the City Assessor’s Budget public hearing

Veteran Services Commission

The commission will hold a bimonthly meeting to review office reports and approve previous minutes. The agenda includes a closed session specifically for interviewing veterans.

• Closed session to interview veterans

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will conduct a work session to discuss and potentially take action on the FY23 and FY24 budgets. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss litigation strategy with counsel.

• FY23 and FY24 budget discussions
• Supervisors operating budget and discretionary funding
• Compensation board recommendations and non-bargaining wage adjustments
• Funding for Purchase of Service, Tom Hancock Grant, Historic Preservation Commission, Historical Societies, and Dubuque County Fair

Zoning

The Dubuque County Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings for three specific land-use cases. The board will also introduce a new member and approve minutes from the December 6, 2022 meeting.

• BA#02-01-23: Tyler & Danielle Benjamin special use permit
• BA#02-02-23: Donald Jecklin/Jecklin Family Farm LLC variances
• BA#02-03-23: David Dodds/Richard & Jill Dodds special use permit

The Board of Adjustment approved three requests for residential construction, including two special use permits and two zoning variances. Each approval was granted with the condition that gutters and downspouts must direct water onto the owner's property.

• Approved Special Use Permit for Tyler & Danielle Benjamin to build a home and garage in A-1 Agricultural zoning (5-0)
• Approved 30' front and 20' right-side lot line variances for Donald Jecklin/Jecklin Family Farm LLC (5-0)
• Approved Special Use Permit for David Dodds/Richard & Jill Dodds to build a home in A-1 Agricultural zoning (5-0)
• Approved December 6, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will discuss filling a vacancy in the County Recorder's office and hold a public hearing on a zoning change. The body will also consider several plat approvals and infrastructure agreements.

• Appointment to fill vacancy in the Dubuque County Recorder's office
• Public hearing for ZC#01-01-23 to rezone Betty Tigges/Miller Companies from R-1 Rural Residential to B-2 Highway Business
• Final Plat approvals for Rose Spur Subdivision Plat 2 and Spruce Hollow North Plat 2
• Federal-Aid Agreement #6-23-HBP-S-005 for Project No. BROS-C031(117)--5F-31 on Clear Creek Road
• Community Health Nursing Services Agreement

The Board of Supervisors unanimously approved the appointment of Karol Kennedy as County Recorder and the hiring of deputies, assistants, and clerks. Two final subdivision plats were approved, and a federal-aid agreement for Clear Creek Road was authorized.

• Approved appointment of Karol Kennedy as Dubuque County Recorder
• Approved Final Plat for Rose Spur Subdivision Plat 2 (Resolution 23-023)
• Approved Final Plat for Spruce Hollow North Plat 2 (Resolution 23-024)
• Approved hiring of deputies, assistants, and clerks (Resolution 23-025)
• Approved Federal-Aid Agreement #6-23-HBP-S-005 for Clear Creek Road (Resolution 23-026)
• Approved authorization to sign Community Health Nursing Service Agreement (Resolution 23-027)
• Approved Class C Retail License for Dockside Bar & Grill

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will conduct a budget worksession with possible action on the FY23 and FY24 budgets. The meeting includes departmental presentations and a request regarding MHDS services.

• Budget presentations from Treasurer, County Library, Secondary Roads, County Attorney, Medical Examiner, and Human Resources
• IT request to bid on MHDS services

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is conducting a budget worksession to discuss and potentially take action on the FY23 and FY24 budgets. The meeting includes departmental presentations from several county offices.

• Budget presentations from DHS
• Budget presentations from Sunnycrest
• Budget presentations from Conservation
• Budget presentations from Veterans Affairs and General Assistance
• Budget presentations from Juvenile Detention

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will conduct an interview panel for Dubuque County Recorder candidates. The meeting also includes budget worksessions with departmental presentations for FY23 and FY24 budgets.

• Interviews for Dubuque County Recorder candidates
• FY23 and FY24 budget presentations from Watershed
• FY23 and FY24 budget presentations from MHDS
• FY23 and FY24 budget presentations from Board of Health
• FY23 and FY24 budget presentations from IT and Emergency Support Services

Public Meeting

The Mental Health/Disability Services of the East Central Region Governing Board is meeting to elect officers and approve several service contracts. The board will also consider revised legislative priorities and an updated MOU for Delaware and Dubuque counties.

• Approval of Dubuque County Coordinator Mae Hingtgen
• Contracts for Fusion Forward (website), New Directions Counseling, and Heartland Strategies
• Rental space contract with University of Dubuque
• Final approval of revised legislative priorities
• Update to FY23 Delaware & Dubuque County MOU

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will conduct budget worksessions with discussion and possible action on FY23 and FY24 budgets. Departmental presentations will be provided by the Sheriff, Zoning, Facilities Maintenance, Auditor/GIS, and Recorder.

• Budget worksessions for FY23 and FY24
• Notice of Intent to Appoint Dubuque County Recorder

Veteran Services Commission

The Dubuque County Veterans Affairs Commission will meet to review office reports and approve previous minutes. The meeting includes a closed session specifically for interviewing veterans.

• Closed session to interview veterans

Public Meeting

The Sunnycrest Manor Advisory Board will meet to review financial reports and the FY24 budget. The board is also scheduled to review bylaws and hold a strategic planning discussion.

• FY24 Budget
• Review of Bylaws
• Strategic Planning discussion
• Financial Report

Public Meeting

The Dubuque County Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to discuss budget items and a Section 106 notice regarding communications equipment. The meeting includes several presentations on local architecture and home history.

• Section 106 notice for communications equipment on the roof of the Julien
• FY 2023 Budget (July 22 to June 23)
• FY 2024 Budget (July 23 to June 24)
• Black Heritage Walking Tour
• Presentations on main street facades, ballrooms, home history, and the Henderson house

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will conduct a public hearing regarding amendments to the Zoning Ordinance. The meeting also includes a resolution to hire deputies, assistants, and clerks, and appointments for Township Clerks and Trustees.

• Public hearing for Amendments to Zoning Ordinance
• Resolution to approve the hiring of deputies, assistants and clerks
• Class C Retail License for Dubuque County Fair Grounds
• Township Clerk and Trustee Appointments
• Work session regarding County sponsorship of Dubuque Night in Des Moines

The Board of Supervisors unanimously approved Resolution 23-022 to hire deputies, assistants, and clerks. Other actions included approving a Class C Retail License for the Dubuque County Fair Grounds and township official appointments.

• Approved Resolution 23-022 to hire deputies, assistants, and clerks
• Approved Class C Retail License for Dubuque County Fair Grounds
• Approved Township Clerk and Trustee appointments
• Approved January 17, 2023 minutes

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is conducting a budget worksession to discuss and potentially take action on the FY23 and FY24 budgets. The session includes presentations on valuations, levies, and insurance renewals.

• Presentation from County and City Assessors
• Discussion on valuations, levies, and budget process
• Health insurance renewal update from Cottingham & Butler
• ICAP insurance renewal update from O'Connor & English

Board of Health

The Dubuque County Board of Health is holding a special meeting to organize its leadership. The board will vote on officers and determine signing authority for Allie White.

• Election of Chairperson, Vice Chair, and Secretary
• Granting signing authority to Allie White

The Board of Health elected its officers for the coming year and granted signing authority to the Executive Director. All motions passed with 6 Ayes.

• Elected Sandra Larson as Chairperson, Amy Crow Sunleaf as Vice Chair, and Laura McCarthy-Kohn as Secretary (6-0)
• Granted signing authority to Executive Director Allie White (6-0)

Board of Health

The Board of Health is meeting to review and adopt the FY24 budget. Members will also review the Community Health Services Agreement between the VNA and the County Health Department.

• Review and adoption of the FY24 budget
• Review of Community Health Services Agreement between VNA and County Health Department
• Status of ordinance updates
• Strategic Plan update

The Board approved the FY24 budget and the Community Health Services Agreement with the VNA. Members also amended a PIO contract date and scheduled a special meeting to elect officers and grant signing authority.

• Approved FY24 proposed budget (6-0)
• Approved Community Health Services Agreement between VNA and County Health Department (6-0)
• Amended PIO contract date to August 17, 2022, through January 20, 2023 (6-0)
• Approved special meeting for January 23, 2023, to elect officers and grant signing authority to Allie White (6-0)
• Approved December 14, 2022, meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved January 18, 2023, agenda (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will vote on resolutions regarding personnel hiring and intergovernmental agreements. The meeting includes a discussion on the County Recorder vacancy and a closed session for labor negotiations.

• Resolution to approve the hiring of deputies, assistants and clerks
• 2022 Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) MOU with the City of Dubuque
• Fire (EMS) Loan Agreement with New Vienna-Luxemburg Fire Department, Inc.
• Amending the Dubuque County Mailbox Replacement Policy
• Withdrawal as an ECIA Brownfields Coalition member

The Board of Supervisors unanimously approved several resolutions regarding personnel hiring, grant agreements, and a mailbox replacement policy. The board also held a closed session to discuss labor negotiation strategies.

• Approved hiring of deputies, assistants, and clerks (Resolution 23-017)
• Approved 2022 Justice Assistance Grant MOU with City of Dubuque (Resolution 23-018)
• Approved Fire (EMS) Loan Agreement with New Vienna-Luxemburg Fire Department, Inc. (Resolution 23-019)
• Approved withdrawal as an ECIA Brownfields Coalition member (Resolution 23-020)
• Approved rescinding Resolution 14-064 and amending Mailbox Replacement Policy (Resolution 23-021)
• Approved January 9, 2023 minutes

Conservation Board

The Dubuque County Conservation Board is meeting to award a bid for the IPC Trailhead and consider concession agreements for Massey Marina and Fillmore Recreation Area. The board will also discuss staff training and the solicitation of bids for a flatbed trailer.

• Award bid for IPC Trailhead
• Massey Marina concession agreement
• Fillmore Recreation Area concession agreement
• Permission to solicit bids for a heavy duty pull type flatbed trailer
• Permission to advertise for seasonal Conservation Aide and Grounds Maintenance employees

The Board awarded a construction contract for the IPC Trailhead and approved two annual concession agreements. They also authorized the solicitation of bids for a flatbed trailer and the hiring of seasonal staff.

• Awarded $99,434.82 IPC Trailhead construction contract to Gansen Excavating, Inc.
• Approved Stacy Conforti as Chair, George Davis as Vice-Chair, and Jackie Kehr as Secretary
• Approved concession agreement with Rivers Massey Marina LLC (Jan 17, 2023 - Jan 17, 2024)
• Approved concession agreement with Divot’s Golf Shop for Fillmore Recreation area (Jan 17, 2023 - Jan 17, 2024)
• Approved soliciting bids for a heavy duty pull type flatbed trailer budgeted at $15,000.00
• Approved advertising for nine Conservation Aides and three Grounds Maintenance seasonal positions
• Approved training for seven staff members to attend Winterfest in Coralville, IA
• Approved Director and Deputy Director attendance at ISAC Annual Conference in Des Moines, IA

Public Meeting

The Dubuque County Library District Board of Trustees will meet to discuss administrative reports and new business. The board is scheduled to review a rebrand and website proposal and conduct a director evaluation.

• Rebrand and Website Proposal Approval
• Director Evaluation
• ADA Checklist
• Financial reports including Accounts Payable and Account Balance

Zoning

The Dubuque County Zoning Commission will meet to discuss a specific rezoning request and a general update to the zoning code. The body will also review plat approvals and previous zoning cases.

• Rezoning case ZC#01-01-23: Betty Tigges/Miller Companies request to change R-1 Rural Residential to B-2 Highway Business
• Discussion on Zoning Code Update

The Commission approved a request to rezone 22 acres from Rural Residential (R-1) to Highway Business (B-2) to allow for six commercial lots. The decision follows a previous request for a larger area that was withdrawn by the applicant. The board also discussed the potential addition of a Planning position to the Zoning Department.

• Approved rezoning of 22 acres from R-1 Rural Residential to B-2 Highway Business (5-1)
• Approved minutes of the December 20, 2022 meeting (6-0)

Veteran Services Commission

The commission will hold its bimonthly meeting to review office reports and approve previous minutes. The agenda includes a closed session specifically to interview veterans.

• Closed session to interview veterans

Public Meeting

The Catfish Creek Watershed Authority Board will meet to approve December 2022 minutes and a Waldo invoice. Staff will also present updates on a new logo and Phase II of Swiss Valley Park.

• Approval of December 2022 Waldo Invoice
• Discussion of Phase II Swiss Valley Park
• Review of new Watershed Logo

Mental Health and Disability Services

The Disabilities Council of Dubuque County is meeting to review and potentially act on council by-laws. The body will also discuss the election of a Chairperson and Co-Chairperson.

• Discussion and possible action on by-laws
• Election of Chairperson and Co-Chairperson
• Update on Facebook Page

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will consider the approval of four final plats and the hiring of deputies, assistants, and clerks. The meeting includes appointments to several county councils and committees, as well as a discussion on the Recorder appointment process.

• Approval of Final Plats for Kane Business Park Plat 2, Sherrill West Side Third Addition, Breitsprecker Acres No 2, and Conley-Wilwert Place
• Resolution to approve the hiring of deputies, assistants and clerks
• Resolution to grant an easement to Interstate Power and Light Company
• Personnel requisition for PPT Courthouse Security
• Appointments for Disabilities Council, Historical Preservation Committee, and Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Board of Supervisors unanimously approved four final plats and authorized the hiring of deputies, assistants, and clerks. The board also confirmed appointments to the Disabilities Council, Historical Preservation Committee, and Zoning Board of Adjustment.

• Approved Final Plat – Kane Business Park Plat 2 (Resolution 23-010)
• Approved Final Plat – Sherrill West Side Third Addition (Resolution 23-011)
• Approved Final Plat – Breitsprecker Acres No 2 (Resolution 23-012)
• Approved Final Plat – Conley-Wilwert Place (Resolution 23-013)
• Approved hiring of deputies, assistants, and clerks (Resolution 23-014)
• Authorized easement for Interstate Power and Light Company (Resolution 23-015)
• Adopted annual construction evaluation resolution for master matrix use (Resolution 23-016)
• Approved personnel requisition for PPT Courthouse Security

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will elect a Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson for 2023. The body will also consider resolutions regarding county engineering duties and the purchase of a new truck chassis.

• Election of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson for 2023
• Purchase of a new 2023 International CV515 SFA 4x4 Single Axle Truck Chassis from Thompson Truck & Trailer
• Class C Retail Alcohol License for Sundown Mountain
• Annual resolutions for County Engineer duties including road closures and weight restrictions
• Designation of newspapers for FY23

The Board elected Harley Pothoff as Chairperson and Ann McDonough as Vice-Chairperson for 2023. The Board unanimously approved several resolutions regarding county engineering permits, road restrictions, and the purchase of a new truck chassis. A new meeting schedule was discussed for February 2023.

• Elected Harley Pothoff as Chairperson and Ann McDonough as Vice-Chairperson (unanimous)
• Approved Class C Retail Alcohol License for Sundown Mountain (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 23-001 for IDOT standard plans and specifications (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 23-002 for certificate of completion by County Engineer (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 23-003 for weight restrictions by County Engineer (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 23-004 for road closures by County Engineer (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 23-005, 23-006, and 23-007 for moving, utility, and dust control permits (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 23-008 for purchase of 2023 International CV515 SFA 4x4 Single Axle Truck Chassis from Thompson Truck & Trailer (unanimous)