Dubuque County, Iowa

Veteran Services Commission

The Dubuque County Veteran Services Commission will hold its bimonthly meeting on July 22, 2026, at 1:30 PM. The agenda includes standard procedural items: call to order, pledge of allegiance, approval of minutes, an office report, and an open floor for guest comments. A closed session is scheduled to interview veterans. The next meeting is set for August 5, 2026.

• Approve minutes of last meeting
• Office report from Executive Director
• Closed session for interviewing veterans
• Set next meeting date: August 5, 2026

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is reviewing framework documents and a roadmap for a data center ordinance. The meeting includes a review of the 2013 Comprehensive Plan and initial suitability mapping for infrastructure and land use.

• BOS Data Center Moratorium (7/6/2026)
• Dubuque County Data Centers Planning Process (7/6/2026)
• Data Center Ordinance Development Roadmap
• Review of Future Land Use Map 2013 and Land Suitability Analysis 2013
• Discussion of Ordinance Framework tool (7/20/2026)

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The Zoning Board of Adjustment will approve the minutes from the July 7, 2026 meeting and then hold a public hearing on a special‑use permit application (BA#08‑25‑26) submitted by Christopher R. and Anne M. Hennessy. No other agenda items are listed.

• Approval of minutes from the July 7, 2026 meeting
• Public hearing on Special Use Permit (BA#08‑25‑26) for Christopher R. and Anne M. Hennessy

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Public Meeting

The Dubuque County Library District Board will discuss several items, including a proposed Carver Trust grant for the Farley Library and Community Center, a designation of public‑meeting notice locations under HF 2490, and a review of the Bulletin Board & Display policy. They will also receive reports on finances, library statistics, and committee activities, and consider board training for FY27. Public comment is allowed but limited to three minutes.

• Carver Trust Grant for Farley Library & Community Center
• HF 2490 Public Meetings & Records: Designate locations for DCLD public meeting notices
• Policy Review: Bulletin Board & Display Policy
• Board training for FY27 – United for Libraries conference sessions
• Holiday Closings Policy

Board of Supervisors

The Zoning Commission is meeting to consider several final and preliminary plats for land division. The body will also review three requests to change the zoning designations of specific properties.

• Final Plat of Survey of Voncarlowitz Place No. 2
• Preliminary Plat of Survey of Sherrill Place No. 3
• Final Plat of Survey of Rauen Place
• Final Plat of Survey of Arlen Acres Plat 2
• Rezoning requests for Dollin Inc/Alex & Bridget Kremer, Genesis Three Holdings LLC/Ron & Margie White, and Carl & Karen Bries

Board of Supervisors

The Dubuque County Board of Supervisors will consider hiring staff, approving road closures for a UTV ride, and authorizing the sale of two parcels at public auction. The meeting also includes public hearings on construction permits and land sales.

• Hiring of deputies, assistants, and clerks
• Road closure on August 30th for 7th Annual Research for the Kids UTV Ride
• Sale of two parcels at public auction
• Public hearings on construction permits and land sales
• Approval of the RCTP agreement with the City of Zwingle for street resurfacing

Conservation Board

The board will hold a public hearing on the plans, specifications, contract form, and estimated cost for replacing Heritage Trail Bridge #30. It will also consider permission to solicit bids for the bridge replacement and for tree‑planting site preparation at Whitewater Canyon. Additional items include a special event application, a fence‑replacement bid award, and approval of July payables and June procurement cards.

• Public hearing on Heritage Trail Bridge #30 replacement plans and cost (RT‑C031(132)‑9H‑31)
• Permission to solicit bids for the bridge replacement
• Permission to solicit bids for tree‑planting site preparation at Whitewater Canyon, Miller McGrath, and Strathman‑Heritage Trail addition
• Award bid for fence replacement at Whitewater Canyon Wildlife Area
• Approval of July 2026 payables and June 2026 procurement cards

Board of Health

This is a meeting of the Board of Health Ordinance Subcommittee. The agenda includes a presentation on the Dubuque County Unified Development Code by MSA Professional Services, along with an update on ordinance enforcement. Public comments are accepted both for agenda items and non-agenda items.

• Presentation: Dubuque County Unified Development Code overview by Sarah Runkle & Jenna Giliam, MSA Professional Services
• Update on ordinance enforcement
• Two public comment periods: one for agenda items, one for non-agenda items

Board of Health

The Dubuque County Board of Health will consider a waiver petition for a property in Bellevue. The board will also receive environmental and monthly reports and address public inquiries regarding grant funding and opioid settlement applications.

• Petition for Waiver: 1763 St. Catherine Rd, Bellevue, IA
• Inquiry regarding DCPH grant funding and subcontracting
• Inquiry regarding Opioid Settlement General Application for Bridgewater Recovery
• Combat Cancer 28E Agreement with Marion County Public Health
• Work session on Dubuque VNA Family Planning Program

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will hold a work session to review the Dubuque County Data Center Planning Process. The session includes presentations from the Dubuque Regional Airport Director and the Greater Dubuque Development President and CEO.

• Data Center Work Session
• Presentation with Dubuque Regional Airport Director Todd Dalsing
• Presentation with Greater Dubuque Development President and CEO Jason White
• Dubuque County Data Center Planning Process
• Meeting Recap / Next Meeting / Next Steps

The supervisors decided to write a letter to County Attorney Scott Nelson requesting outside counsel to help draft an ordinance that would ban all data centers in Dubuque County. They also directed staff to arrange a joint meeting of the Zoning Commission and the Data Center Accountability group on July 23 at 5 p.m. at the Fire Training Center. No other formal approvals, votes, or denials were recorded.

• Write letter to County Attorney Scott Nelson seeking outside counsel for data‑center ban ordinance
• Schedule joint Zoning Commission and Data Center Accountability group meeting for July 23, 5 p.m., Fire Training Center

Board of Health

The Dubuque County Board of Health is meeting to discuss and act upon the establishment of a Data Center Health Impact Citizen Working Group Action Plan.

• Establishment of a Data Center Health Impact Citizen Working Group Action Plan

Board of Health

The Dubuque County Board of Health will hear updated fiscal projections and discuss locations for Narcan distribution boxes. A presentation from Iowa State University on a public science collaborative will also be given. The board will continue work on its Prevention & Education Action Plan and consider any new business items.

• Updated fiscal projections presentation
• Discussion of Narcan distribution box locations
• Iowa State University Public Science Collaborative presentation
• Unfinished business: Prevention & Education Action Planning
• Consideration of new business items

Veteran Services Commission

The Dubuque County Veteran Services Commission will meet on July 8, 2026 at 1:30 PM in the County Veteran Services Conference Room. The agenda includes a welcome, approval of the previous meeting minutes, an office report, an open floor for guest comments, and a closed‑session interview of veterans. The commission will also set the next meeting date for July 22, 2026. No policy changes or contracts are on the agenda.

• Welcome and introduction of guests (open meeting)
• Approve minutes of the last meeting
• Office report from commissioners
• Open floor for guest comments, questions, and concerns
• Closed‑session interview of veterans

Board of Supervisors

The Dubuque County Zoning Board of Adjustment will meet to approve minutes from June 3 and hear four public hearings regarding variance requests for properties on Seippel Road.

• Approval of June 3, 2026 minutes
• Hearing for BA#07-21-26 Burger variance
• Hearing for BA#07-22-26 Miner variance
• Hearing for BA#07-23-26 Rauen variance
• Hearing for BA#07-24-26 Schultz variance

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will vote on a one-year moratorium for all scales of data center development in Dubuque County. The meeting also includes several public hearings on land sales and construction permits, as well as the approval of eight final subdivision plats.

• One-year moratorium on Small, Medium, Large-Scale and Hyperscale Data Center Development
• Public hearing for MK Land, LLC Construction Permit Application
• Purchase of one 1 Ton and one 0.5 Ton Pickup Truck from Runde Auto Group
• Contract with Denco Highway Construction for 2026 HDPE Culvert Lining Maintenance Project
• Letter of Agreement between Dubuque County and Major League Baseball

The Dubuque County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a one-year moratorium on all small, medium, large‑scale and hyperscale data center development. The board also unanimously approved several final subdivision plats, a secondary roads operational policy, a competitive highway bridge program federal‑aid agreement, a letter of agreement with Major League Baseball, a request for HUD Capital Fund release, and limited interim amendments to the employee handbook regarding weapons. All actions were recorded as unanimous approvals.

• Approved one-year data center development moratorium (Resolution 26‑151) – unanimous
• Approved Final Plat of Wildflower Ridge Subdivision #5 (Resolution 26‑135) – unanimous
• Approved Secondary Roads Operational Policy (Resolution 26‑148) – unanimous
• Approved Competitive Highway Bridge Program Federal‑Aid Agreement (Resolution 26‑147) – unanimous
• Approved Letter of Agreement with Major League Baseball (Resolution 26‑149) – unanimous
• Approved Request for Release of Funds and Certification for HUD Capital Fund Program (Resolution 26‑150) – unanimous
• Approved limited interim amendments to Employee Handbook on weapons (Resolution 26‑152) – unanimous
• Approved hiring of deputies, assistants, and clerks (Resolution 26‑143) – unanimous

Board of Supervisors

The Dubuque County Board of Supervisors will conduct a work session focused on data centers. The board will discuss the planning process and possible action on moratorium language.

• Discussion and possible action on Data Center Moratorium language
• Discussion on the Dubuque County Data Center Planning Process
• Discussion on future public meeting presentations and speakers

Supervisors Harley Pothoff and Wayne Kenniker reached a consensus to use the county’s planning process document for an updated moratorium and to have the County Attorney review it. No other formal approvals or votes were recorded in the minutes. The meeting otherwise consisted of public comments and informational discussions.

• Use county planning process document for an updated moratorium and have County Attorney review (consensus reached)

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will consider updates to the annual CLG report and the work plan. They will also discuss upcoming events like Architecture Days and the Preserve Iowa Summit. A public comment period is scheduled for non-agenda items.

• Update Annual CLG Report
• Update Work Plan
• Discussion of Architecture Days/Historic Preservation Month
• Preserve Iowa Summit
• National Alliance of Preservation Commissions FORUM 2026 in Minneapolis

Board of Supervisors

The Dubuque County Veteran Services Commission will meet to review office reports and approve previous minutes. The agenda includes a closed session to interview veterans.

• Closed session for veteran interviews

Board of Health

The Dubuque County Board of Health will discuss reports from DCPH and VNA, consider action items on health impacts of AI data centers and discontinuation of CHA/CHIP requirements, and respond to public inquiries about grant funding and opioid settlement funds. A work session on overdose trends is also scheduled.

• Plan to address health impacts of and standards for AI data centers
• Plan to address discontinuation of CHA/CHIP requirement impact
• Response to inquiry from Mr. Isenhart regarding DCPH grant funding and subcontracting
• Response to inquiry from Mr. Halon regarding Opioid Settlement General Application for Bridgewater Recovery
• Combat Cancer 28E Agreement with Marion County Public Health

The Board approved the formation of a Data Center Health Impacts Citizen Working Group and a Data Center Health Impact Subcommittee, both unanimously. It also approved continuing development of the FY2027‑FY2030 Community Health Assessment/Improvement Plan. Several items, including grant funding questions and an opioid settlement application, were tabled for the July 15 meeting.

• Approved creation of Data Center Health Impacts Citizen Working Group (unanimous)
• Approved creation of Data Center Health Impact Subcommittee (unanimous)
• Approved continuation of FY2027‑FY2030 CHA/CHIP development (unanimous)
• Tabled DCPH grant funding and subcontracting inquiry (to July 15)
• Tabled opioid settlement application for Bridgewater Recovery (to July 15)
• Tabled Combat Cancer 28E agreement with Marion County (to July 15)
• Tabled contingency plan for SF2432 (to July 15)
• Tabled Iowa public health system alignment update (to July 15)

Conservation Board

The Dubuque County Conservation Board will hold a special meeting to discuss and potentially take action on a conservation bond. The agenda also includes public input periods, approval of bills, and setting the next meeting date.

• Discussion and possible action on Dubuque County Conservation Bond

The Conservation Board approved Resolution 2026-0624, requesting that the County Board of Supervisors place an $18 million General Obligation Conservation Bond on the November 3, 2026 ballot. The motion was made by George Davis, seconded by Stacy Conforti, and carried unanimously (5‑0). The meeting was then adjourned by a 5‑0 vote.

• Adopted Resolution 2026-0624 for an $18 M conservation bond (5‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (5‑0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will present a draft planning process for a new county data center. Members and the public may ask questions about the proposed approach. No decisions are indicated; the agenda item is for discussion only.

• Presentation of the draft Dubuque County Data Center Planning Process
• Open discussion and questions on the data center proposal

The Dubuque County Board of Supervisors held a presentation regarding the draft Dubuque County Data Center Planning Process. Residents from Asbury, Dubuque, LaMotte, New Vienna, Peosta, and Sherrill raised concerns regarding public health, safety, water, soil, noise, and other impacts. Future work sessions will include presentations from department heads including Emergency Management, Health, Roads, and Watershed.

• The Board received a presentation on the DRAFT Dubuque County Data Center Planning Process.

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will discuss the Dubuque County Data Center Planning Process, including identifying town hall meeting topics and potential locations, and establishing a project webpage. They will also review the 2013 Dubuque County Regional Comprehensive Plan, focusing on the Land Suitability Analysis Map, Future Land Use Map, and goals. Additional land use background materials, such as the zoning map and electricity service areas, will be presented.

• Consideration of the Dubuque County Data Center Planning Process
• Identification of town hall meeting topics, potential locations, order, and date ranges
• Establishment of www.dubuquecountyiowa.gov/datacenters as the project page
• Review of the 2013 Comprehensive Plan's Land Suitability Analysis Map and Future Land Use Map
• Presentation of the Dubuque County Zoning Map, electricity service areas, and HUC-12 Watersheds Map

The Board of Supervisors reviewed the Dubuque County Data Center Planning Process and established a project webpage. A work session regarding the data center is scheduled for June 29, 2026.

• Established www.dubuquecountyiowa.gov/datacenters as the project page

Conservation Board

The Conservation Board will review and act on several items, including a special event application for a mountain‑bike race, setting a public‑hearing date for the Heritage Trail Bridge #30 replacement, and awarding a bid for fence replacement at Whitewater Canyon Wildlife Area. The board will also approve the purchase of campsite fire rings, the 2026 ISAC Annual Conference, and the June 2026 payables. A key agenda item is the discussion and possible approval of a Dubuque County Conservation Bond.

• Special event application: Proving Grounds – Dubuque Scholastic Mountain Bike Race.
• Set date for public hearing on RT‑C031(132)--9H-31 Heritage Trail Bridge #30 replacement.
• Award bid for fence replacement at Whitewater Canyon Wildlife Area.
• Approve purchase of campsite fire rings.
• Discussion and possible approval of the Dubuque County Conservation Bond.

The Conservation Board approved a public hearing on July 16, 2026 to consider plans for replacing Bridge #30 on the Heritage Trail. It also approved a special meeting on June 24 to discuss a proposed $18 million conservation bond. Additional actions included approving meeting minutes, a mountain‑bike race event, fire‑ring purchases, conference attendance, and routine payables.

• Approved May 21, 2026 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved May 26, 2026 special meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved special event application for Dubuque Scholastic Mountain Bike Race (4-0)
• Approved setting public hearing for Heritage Trail Bridge #30 replacement on July 16, 2026 (4-0)
• Approved purchase of 24 campsite fire rings for $6,936 (5-0)
• Approved Preston attending ISAC annual conference (5-0)
• Approved special meeting on June 24, 2026 to discuss $18 million conservation bond (5-0)
• Approved June 2026 payables and May 2026 procurement cards (5-0)

Public Meeting

The Dubuque County Library District Board of Trustees will meet on June 16, 2026, to discuss routine business including financial reports and committee updates. Unfinished business includes a policy review on library access for sex offenders convicted of crimes against minors, the FY27 meeting schedule, and a draft homebound delivery program. New business includes the director's evaluation, other policy reviews, RAGBRAI 2026, and library insurance policies. Public comment is allowed at the start of the meeting.

• Policy review: Library Access for Sex Offenders Convicted of Sex Offenses Against Minors
• Director’s Evaluation
• RAGBRAI 2026
• FY27 Meeting Schedule and Committee Assignments
• Homebound Delivery Program Draft

Board of Supervisors

The Dubuque County Zoning Commission will consider final plat approvals for six subdivisions, including Egli Place, Barrington Lakes, McQuillen Farm, and Rolling Hills Estates. No rezoning cases are on the agenda. The main discussion item is a presentation and review of the draft Unified Development Code (UDC), with a resolution to form a three-member special committee to study the zoning and subdivision sections.

• Final plat approval for Egli Place Plat 2 and Plat 3 in Mosalem Township
• Final plat approval for Barrington Lakes No. 6 in Table Mound Township
• Final plat approval for McQuillen Farm Subdivision in Concord Township
• Final plat approval for Rolling Hills Estates No. 3, partly in Sageville
• Presentation and discussion on draft Unified Development Code; formation of special committee

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will vote on fiscal year 2027 budget appropriations, fund transfers, and deputy staffing. The meeting includes a public hearing on a zoning request and approvals for several subdivision plats and road projects.

• Public hearing for ZC#05-09-26 to rezone Jude & Danielle Connolly property from A-1 Agricultural to A-2 Agricultural Residential
• Contract with Connolly Construction Inc. for 2026 Culvert Replacements on Oakland Farms Rd
• Expenditure of $5,225 for Dubuque Soil and Water Conservation water quality monitoring equipment
• Temporary delayed travel restrictions on county roads July 24-25, 2026 for RAGBRAI
• Final plat approvals for Timber Ridge Subdivision, Hirsch Place 2nd Addition, and Genesis Subdivision

The Board of Supervisors approved several plat resolutions, road maintenance contracts, and fiscal year 2027 budget items. Additionally, the Board authorized multiple expenditures from Opioid Settlement Funds for local organizations.

• Approved Final Plat of Timber Ridge Subdivision (Resolution 26-112)
• Tabled Hirsch Place 2nd Addition Final Plat
• Denied Mootz Subdivision Preliminary Plat
• Approved contract with Connolly Construction Inc. for Oakland Farms Rd culvert replacements (Resolution 26-114)
• Approved FY27 budget appropriations and fund transfers (Resolutions 26-120, 26-121)
• Approved $5,225 matching contribution to Dubuque Soil & Water Conservation (Resolution 26-124)
• Approved Opioid Settlement Fund expenditures for Hillcrest ($138,498), Turning Point ($97,000), Liberty Recover Center ($32,500), NAMI ($27,000), Fountain of Youth ($100,000), and Area Substance Abuse Council ($38,000)
• Approved appointments for the Disabilities Council, Fire Dept. Loan Fund Committee, Investment Policy Committee, Veteran Affairs Commission, and Zoning Commission

Veteran Services Commission

The Dubuque County Veteran Services Commission will hold its bimonthly meeting on June 10, 2026. The agenda includes approving the minutes from the prior meeting, receiving an office report, and providing an open floor for guest comments. A closed‑session interview with veterans is scheduled, followed by setting the next meeting date.

• Approve minutes of last meeting
• Open floor for guest comments/questions/concerns
• Closed‑session interview with veterans
• Approve next meeting date – June 24, 2026

Board of Health

The Dubuque County Board of Health will review the strategic plan and discuss new business items. The primary new business is the review of applications for the FY27 opioid settlement funds. The board will also post a Public Health Project Coordinator position. Public comment periods are scheduled at the start and end of the meeting.

• Review of the County Health strategic plan (unfinished business)
• Consideration of FY27 opioid settlement funds applications (new business)
• Posting of Public Health Project Coordinator position (new business)

Public Meeting

The Dubuque County Disabilities Council is holding a public meeting on June 9, 2026, at 4:00 PM. The sole agenda item is the approval of the meeting agenda itself — no substantive decisions or discussions are listed.

• No substantive items on the agenda — only the adoption of the meeting agenda

The Council addressed the removal of members who missed more than half of the regular meetings since October 2025. Ann Williams will compile a list of these former members for the record. The Council intends to begin active recruitment for new members.

• Approved meeting minutes
• Noted removal of members missing over half of regular meetings since October 2025

Board of Supervisors

The Dubuque County Board of Supervisors will canvass the results of the June 2, 2026 primary election. This is a routine procedural step to officially certify the vote tally.

• Canvass of Primary Election of June 2, 2026

The Board met to perform the official canvass of the June 2, 2026, Primary Election. The record lists the nominated candidates for several county offices. No substantive legislative decisions or ordinances were processed during this meeting.

• Performed the canvass of the June 2, 2026, Primary Election

Board of Health

The Dubuque County Board of Health will hold a special meeting to act on Opioid Settlement Fund general applications and a Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) Request for Proposal (RFP). The agenda also includes approval of minutes from an Opioid Subcommittee meeting.

• Opioid Settlement Fund General Applications
• Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) Request for Proposal (RFP)
• Approval of minutes from Opioid Subcommittee meeting on June 5, 2026

The Board of Health approved several grant recommendations from the Opioid Subcommittee. The decisions include funding for four specific projects and forwarding two Medication Assisted Treatment proposals to the Board of Supervisors.

• Approved $38,000 grant for Area Substance Abuse Council (ASAC)
• Approved $100,000 grant for Fountain of Youth Program
• Approved $27,000 grant for National Alliance for Mental Illness (NAMI)
• Approved $32,500 contingent grant for Operation Empower
• Forwarded recommendation to increase funding cap to fully fund Hillcrest and Turning Point projects
• Forwarded recommendation to partially fund Hillcrest and Turning Point projects within current cap

Board of Health

The Dubuque County Board of Health will consider awarding $200,000 from the Opioid Settlement Fund for general applications and $100,000 for Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) proposals. The meeting is open to public comment via Zoom.

• Opioid Settlement Fund General Applications Q1 ($200,000)
• Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) Request for Proposal Applications ($100,000)
• Public comment via Zoom
• Meeting ID: 825 7306 4404
• Passcode: 266366

The Opioid Subcommittee reviewed several grant applications and proposed disbursements to the full Board of Health. Recommendations included specific amounts for various organizations and two options for Medication Assisted Treatment funding.

• Recommended $38,000 for Area Substance Abuse Council (ASAC)
• Recommended $100,000 for Fountain of Youth Program
• Recommended $27,000 for National Alliance for Mental Illness (NAMI)
• Recommended $32,500 for Operation Empower contingent on state licensure by 12/1/2026
• Recommended $0 for Bridgewater Recovery
• Recommended $0 for CRC Recovery, Inc DBA: Cedar Rapids Comprehensive Treatment Center
• Recommended $0 for Dream Pilot Productions d/b/a My Sober Care, Advanced Therapy, and My Healthy Mind & Body
• Proposed two funding options for Hillcrest Family Services and Turning Point Treatment Center

Board of Supervisors

The Dubuque County Zoning Board of Adjustment will meet to consider five public hearings regarding variances and special use permits. The meeting will be held at the Dubuque County West Campus and via Zoom.

• BA#05-11-26: John McDermott Declaration of Trust – Variance
• BA#06-17-26: Dave and Lori Funke Klien - Boomerang Corporation – Special Use Permit
• BA#06-18-26: Dyersville Ready Mix Inc. D.B.A. Bard Concrete - Boomerang Corporation – Special Use Permit
• BA#06-19-26: Alan J and Ann J. Brus – Variance
• BA#06-20-26: Matt Mescher - Kristina Ortolani (Verizon Wireless) – Special Use Permit

Board of Supervisors

The Dubuque County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on proposed amendments to the zoning ordinance. The board will also vote on resolutions to approve FY2027 funding for the Rural County Transportation Program (RCTP), a road maintenance contract with Midwest Contractors Inc. for S John Deere Rd, and a Byrne JAG Grant award. Work sessions will include discussions on public health ordinances and the USDA Rural Development Intermediary Relending Program.

• Public hearing on amendments to zoning ordinance
• Resolution to approve FY2027 RCTP funding
• Contract with Midwest Contractors Inc. for 2026 PCC Patching on S John Deere Rd
• Resolution to accept Byrne JAG Grant award
• Discussion on public health ordinances with Public Health Director Allie White

The Dubuque County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a retail tobacco license for 311 Fuel & Food LLC and a fireworks permit for Gene Klein. Four resolutions were adopted: hiring deputies, assistants and clerks (Resolution 26‑108); supporting FY2027 funding for the Rural County Transportation Program (Resolution 26‑109); authorizing contract documents with Midwest Contractors for the 2026 PCC patching project on S John Deere Rd (Resolution 26‑110); and approving the Chairperson to sign the Bryna JAG Grant award (Resolution 26‑111). All approvals were recorded as unanimous.

• Approved Retail Tobacco License for 311 Fuel & Food LLC (unanimous)
• Approved Fireworks Permit for Gene Klein (unanimous)
• Approved hiring of deputies, assistants and clerks (Resolution 26‑108, unanimous)
• Approved FY2027 funding support for Rural County Transportation Program (Resolution 26‑109, unanimous)
• Approved contract with Midwest Contractors for 2026 PCC patching on S John Deere Rd (Resolution 26‑110, unanimous)
• Approved Chairperson to sign Bryna JAG Grant award (Resolution 26‑111, unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Dubuque County Board of Supervisors will consider a resolution to approve a temporary moratorium for data centers. The meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, May 26, 2026, at 3:30 PM in the Board Chambers.

• Resolution to approve temporary moratorium for data centers
• Public comments on agenda items
• Meeting held at Board Chambers, 4th Floor Courthouse
• Meeting ID: 846 2424 2719
• Passcode: 306974

The Board adopted Resolution 26‑107 creating a 12‑month moratorium on all data‑center applications. The motion was made by Supervisor McDonough, seconded by Supervisor Pothoff, and passed with a 2‑1 vote. Supervisor Kenniker voted nay.

• Approved 12‑month moratorium on data center applications (2-1)

Conservation Board

The Conservation Board will discuss and potentially act on the Heritage Trail paving project, referenced as Location Exhibit A. No other agenda items require a vote. Public input will be accepted after the discussion, and the next meeting is set for June 18, 2026.

• Heritage Trail paving project – location shown in Exhibit A

The Conservation Board voted 5‑0 to approve proceeding with Hot Mix Asphalt (HMA) paving for the Heritage Trail, using a 5‑inch thickness to maximize trail length. The approved plan will fund about 1.7 miles of HMA trail within the base funding amount of $625,000. The motion was made by Jim Pfeiler and seconded by Mark Wagner. The meeting then adjourned.

• Approved Hot Mix Asphalt paving for Heritage Trail (5‑0)
• Adopted 5‑inch asphalt thickness recommendation
• Allocated base funding of $625,000 for trail construction

Public Meeting

The Sunnycrest Advisory Board will adopt minutes from the March 19 meeting and review financial reports. The main agenda item is a strategic discussion on the board's purpose, structure, and future engagement. Additional reports include updates from the Board of Trustees and the Administrator.

• Approval of March 19 meeting minutes (consent agenda)
• Strategic discussion on advisory board purpose, structure, and future engagement
• Board of Trustees report by Dani Ettema
• Administrator’s report and dashboard by Dani Ettema
• Financial report by Emily Gosche

Conservation Board

The Dubuque County Conservation Board will consider awarding bids for timber harvests at New Wine and Whitewater Canyon Wildlife Area, and discuss professional services for Washington Mills Bridge repair. They will also review a special event application for Relay Iowa on Heritage Trail, solicit bids for fence replacement at Whitewater Canyon, and consider change orders for New Wine Park surfacing and Heritage Trail paving projects. The meeting includes an Eagle Scout project proposal for a shelter at Heritage Trail.

• Eagle Scout project proposal: Heritage Trail, Twin Springs Shelter
• Special event application: Relay Iowa on Heritage Trail
• Award bid for timber harvest at New Wine
• Award bid for timber harvest at Whitewater Canyon Wildlife Area
• Professional services for Washington Mills Bridge repair

The Conservation Board approved several project contracts, including a $150,000 timber harvest at Whitewater Canyon and a $27,925 timber harvest at New Wine Park. It also approved an Eagle Scout pavilion project, a special charity event on the Heritage Trail, and a professional services agreement for Washington Mills Bridge repair. Additional approvals covered a fence‑bid solicitation, a change order for New Wine Park surfacing, and the May 2026 payables.

• Approved Kendrick Forest Products $150,000 timber harvest at Whitewater Canyon (5-0)
• Approved Kendrick Forest Products $27,925 timber harvest at New Wine Park (5-0)
• Approved Eagle Scout Twin Springs pavilion project (estimated $6,666.15) (5-0)
• Approved Relay Iowa charity event on Heritage Trail (5-0)
• Approved professional services agreement with Endeavor Civil Engineering for Washington Mills Bridge repair ($17,000) (5-0)
• Approved solicitation of bids for fence replacement at Whitewater Canyon Wildlife Area (5-0)
• Approved New Wine Park HMA surfacing change order No. 1 ($5,001.95) (5-0)
• Approved May 2026 payables and April 2026 procurement cards (5-0)

Veteran Services Commission

Veteran Services Commission

Veteran Services Commission

The Dubuque County Veteran Services Commission is meeting for a standard bimonthly session. The agenda includes approval of minutes, office report, public comments, and a closed session to interview veterans. The next meeting is scheduled for June 10, 2026.

• Closed session to interview veterans
• Approve minutes of last meeting
• Office report from Executive Director Randy Rennison
• Set next meeting date for June 10, 2026

Veteran Services Commission

Board of Health

The Dubuque County Board of Health will discuss several action items, including scheduling an ad‑hoc committee meeting to review opioid settlement applications and a special meeting to consider purchase recommendations for the opioid settlement fund. It will also consider enforcement provisions for local health ordinance chapters 32‑34 and a Combat Cancer 28E agreement with Marion County Public Health. Monthly reports from the Dubuque County Public Health department and the Visiting Nurses Association will be presented, and the agenda and prior minutes will be approved.

• Schedule Board of Health Ad Hoc Committee Meeting to Review Opioid Settlement Applications
• Schedule Board of Health Special Meeting for Opioid Settlement Fund Purchase of Service Recommendations
• Enforcement Provisions for Local Ordinance Chapters 32, 33, and 34
• Combat Cancer 28E Agreement with Marion County Public Health
• DCPH Monthly Report and VNA Monthly & iSmile Annual Reports

The Board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from March 18 and the April 20 special meeting, all unanimously. It adopted enforcement language for Local Ordinance Chapters 32, 33, and 34. The Combat Cancer 28E Agreement was tabled pending clarification, and the Board decided not to pursue the Iowa Public Health System Alignment as a Lead Entity. All actions were approved by unanimous vote.

• Approved agenda for May 20, 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of March 18, 2026 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of April 20, 2026 special meeting (unanimous)
• Approved enforcement provisions for Local Ordinance Chapter 32 (unanimous)
• Approved enforcement provisions for Local Ordinance Chapter 33 (unanimous)
• Approved enforcement provisions for Local Ordinance Chapter 34 (unanimous)
• Tabled Combat Cancer 28E Agreement until further information (unanimous)
• Decided not to pursue Iowa Public Health System Alignment as Lead Entity (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Zoning Commission is meeting to consider the approval of several preliminary and final subdivision plats. The body will also review a request to rezone a property from agricultural to agricultural residential. Additionally, the commission will discuss data center ordinances and the Unified Development Code.

• Preliminary Plat of Mootz Subdivision
• Final Plats for Bucks Run, Hirsch Place 2nd Addition, Klein Scenic View 4th Addition, Tamarak S.E. Fifth, Timber Ridge, Bettcher Farm, Wildflower Ridge Sub. #5, and Prairie Creek subdivisions
• Rezoning Case ZC#05-09-26: Jude & Danielle Connolly request to change A-1 Agricultural to A-2 Agricultural Residential
• Review of other counties' ordinances regarding data centers
• Discussion on the Unified Development Code

The board unanimously approved final plats for several subdivisions, including Bucks Run, Hirsch Place 2nd Addition, Klein Scenic View, Tamarak S.E. Fifth, Timber Ridge, Bettcher Farm, Prairie Creek, and Wildflower Ridge. It also approved the rezoning of 2.886 acres from A‑1 Agricultural to A‑2 Agricultural Residential for a single home. All motions passed with unanimous votes.

• Approved Bucks Run Subdivision final plat (5-0)
• Approved Hirsch Place 2nd Addition final plat (5-0)
• Approved Klein Scenic View 4th Addition final plat (5-0, one abstention)
• Approved Tamarak S.E. Fifth Subdivision final plat (6-0)
• Approved Timber Ridge Subdivision final plat (6-0)
• Approved Bettcher Farm Subdivision final plat (6-0)
• Approved Prairie Creek Subdivision final plat (6-0)
• Approved Wildflower Ridge Subdivision final plat (6-0)

Public Meeting

The Dubuque County Library District Board will consider several items at its May 19 meeting, including approving a union contract that would run from July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2028. The board will also discuss a director performance‑evaluation process and a policy on library access for sex offenders convicted of offenses against minors. Additional topics include the homebound delivery program, Independence Day library closures, the FY 27 Enrich Iowa participation agreement, and the election of officers and committee assignments.

• Approval of Union Contract: July 1 2026 – June 30 2028
• Director’s Performance Evaluation Process, Timeline, and Materials
• Policy Review: Library Access for Sex Offenders Convicted of Sex Offenses Against Minors
• Homebound Delivery Program
• FY 27 Enrich Iowa Participation Agreement

Board of Supervisors

The Dubuque County Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings on three requests to rezone properties from rural residential to single-family residential (ZC#04-06-26, ZC#04-07-26) and from multi-family to single-family (ZC#04-08-26). They will also consider adopting FY26 Budget Amendment 4, approving a contract for fuel and a motor grader, and designating an all-way stop at Bobcat and Kidder Roads. The agenda includes numerous resolutions on hiring, road projects, and policy updates.

• Public hearing on FY26 Budget Amendment 4 and appropriations
• Public hearing on three rezoning requests (ZC#04-06-26, ZC#04-07-26, ZC#04-08-26) from R-1 Rural Residential and R-4 Multi-Family to R-2 Single Family Residential
• Resolution to approve all-way stop at Bobcat Rd and Kidder Rd
• Resolution to approve purchase of 2026 John Deere 772P Motor Grader from Martin Equipment
• Resolution to approve fuel contract with Demmer Oil Co. for FY2027

The Dubuque County Board of Supervisors approved numerous consent items, budget amendments, and contracts, all unanimously unless noted. A key action was the approval of a voluntary annexation into the Dubuque Metropolitan Area Solid Waste Agency, passing with one nay vote. Additional approvals included a special retail alcohol license, a fireworks permit, and several road and procurement projects.

• Approved Special Class C Retail Alcohol License for Epworth Sportsmen Gun Club (unanimous)
• Approved Fireworks Permit for Ronald Hoffmann (unanimous)
• Approved FY26 Budget Amendment 4 (Resolution 26‑089) (unanimous)
• Approved Vacate Right of Way (Resolution 26‑090) (unanimous)
• Approved Wilwert Farm Subdivision Plat 3 (Resolution 26‑091) (unanimous)
• Approved hiring of deputies, assistants and clerks (Resolution 26‑092) (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Demmer Oil Co. for premium dyed diesel fuel and gasohol for FY2027 (Resolution 26‑093) (unanimous)
• Approved Voluntary Annexation in an Urban Area Dubuque Metropolitan Area Solid Waste Agency (Resolution 26‑106) – passed with one nay vote

Board of Supervisors

The Dubuque County Board of Supervisors is meeting to hold a work session that will be closed to the public under Iowa Code §20.17(3) to discuss collective bargaining strategy for employees covered by a collective bargaining agreement. No other business items are listed on the agenda.

• Work session — exempt session to discuss collective bargaining strategy for union-covered employees

Public Meeting

The Dubuque County Disability Council is holding a procedural meeting. Old business includes outreach for new members and planning for a work session with the Board of Supervisors. No specific decisions or financial items are on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes
• Outreach for existing and new members
• Planning for Council activities
• Planning for work session with the Board of Supervisors

The board agreed to correct item #3 of the minutes to state that the entity is County‑commissioned and approved the revised minutes unanimously. A motion to adjourn the meeting was made by Margee and seconded by Lori and was carried. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved corrected minutes (all in agreement)
• Motion to adjourn meeting carried

Veteran Services Commission

The Dubuque County Veteran Services Commission will hold its bimonthly meeting on May 6, 2026. The agenda includes approving the minutes from the prior meeting, a closed‑session interview with veterans, and setting the next meeting date for May 20, 2026. The meeting also provides time for guest comments and concludes with an adjournment.

• Approve minutes of the last meeting
• Closed‑session interview with veterans
• Approve next meeting date – May 20, 2026
• Open floor for guest comments/questions/concerns
• Adjourn meeting

Board of Supervisors

The Dubuque County Board of Supervisors will hold a work session on multi-county shared resources. The agenda contains no other items for decision or public hearing.

• Multi-County Shared Resources work session

The Board of Supervisors met on May 6, 2026 for a work session on multi‑county shared resources. Supervisors discussed current shared services, primarily secondary‑road equipment, and considered future shared‑service arrangements. No formal approvals, motions, or votes were recorded.

Board of Supervisors

The Dubuque County Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on four variance requests and two special use permit applications. The board will also consider approval of minutes from the April 7 meeting and hear public comments on non-agenda matters.

• BA#05-11-26 – McDermott, John Declaration of Trust – Variance
• BA#05-12-26 – Koetz, John F & Mary F – Variance
• BA#05-13-26 – Kane, Thomas P & Julie M Revocable Trust 2017 – Variance
• BA#05-14-26 – Trumm, William J & Rohr, Debra A – Special Use Permit
• BA#05-15-26 – Beard, Benjamin H & Martha E – Variance

The Board approved several variances and special use permits, most with conditions. A motion to table the McDermott variance passed 5‑0. The Koetz, Kane, Beard variances and the Trumm special use permit were approved unanimously, while the Koetz variance passed 4‑1. The Pfabco LLC special use permit was approved unanimously with a detailed list of safety and operational conditions.

• Approved minutes of April 07, 2026 meeting (5-0)
• Tabled John McDermott variance application (5-0)
• Approved John Koetz variance with condition (4-1)
• Approved Thomas Kane variance with condition (5-0)
• Approved William Trumm special use permit with condition (5-0)
• Approved Benjamin Beard variance with condition (5-0)
• Approved Pfabco LLC special use permit with safety conditions (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Dubuque County Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings regarding a budget amendment and zoning ordinance changes. The board is also considering several infrastructure contracts and the sale of Fairgrounds property to the Fair Association.

• Public hearings for FY26 Budget Amendment 4 and Zoning Ordinance amendments
• Approval of Final Plats for Bankston Park and Kennicker Subdivisions
• Iowa DOT Preconstruction Agreement No. 2026-C-090 for US 20, US 61, and US 151
• HMA Resurfacing contract with River City Paving for New Melleray Rd
• Sale of Fairgrounds property to Fair Association

The Dubuque County Board of Supervisors approved a series of consent items and resolutions, most of which were unanimous. Notably, they authorized the Chair to sign a purchase agreement and sell the Fairgrounds property to the Fair Association, with one supervisor voting nay. Additional approvals included a Class C retail alcohol license, final plats for two subdivisions, hiring of county staff, election board compensation, a DOT preconstruction agreement, temporary travel restrictions for a baseball event, and fire loan agreements.

• Approved Class C Retail Alcohol License for Graceland Tavern (unanimous)
• Approved Final Plat of Bankston Park Subdivision (Resolution 26‑074, unanimous)
• Approved hiring of deputies, assistants and clerks (Resolution 26‑076, unanimous)
• Approved Election Board Compensation effective July 1, 2026 (Resolution 26‑077, unanimous)
• Approved Iowa DOT Preconstruction Agreement No. 2026‑C‑090 for US 20, US 61, US 151 (Resolution 26‑078, unanimous)
• Approved temporary delayed travel restrictions on county roads Aug 11‑15, 2026 for Iowa Baseball Experience (Resolution 26‑079, unanimous)
• Authorized Chair to sign purchase agreement and sale of Fairgrounds property to Fair Association (Resolution 26‑086, approved with one nay vote)
• Authorized Chair to sign Fire Loan Agreements with Centralia‑Peosta and Dyersville Farmers Community Fire Departments (Resolutions 26‑087 & 26‑088, unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Dubuque County Veteran Services Commission holds its bimonthly meeting with standard procedural items. The commission will hold a closed session to interview veterans, approve previous meeting minutes, and set the next meeting date for May 6, 2026.

• Closed session to interview veterans (Item 4a)
• Approval of minutes from last meeting
• Set next meeting date to May 6, 2026

Board of Supervisors

The Dubuque County Board of Supervisors will consider approval of the final plat for Genesis Subdivision Plat 2, a preliminary plat for Mootz Subdivision, and a final plat for Je‑Tac Subdivision Plat 2. It will also review four rezoning applications that seek to change rural or multi‑family residential designations to single‑family residential. The meeting includes routine items such as approving the March 17 minutes and a discussion on updates to the Unified Development Code.

• Approval of Genesis Subdivision Plat 2 – Final Plat
• Preliminary plat of Mootz Subdivision (tabled from March 17 meeting)
• Approval of Je‑Tac Subdivision Plat 2 – Final Plat
• Rezoning of Alvin & Kathryn Pothoff and Francis & Jayne Pothoff property from R‑1 to R‑2
• Rezoning of City Lake MHP, LLC and Justin Heim property from R‑4 to R‑2

The Dubuque County Zoning Board approved the minutes from the March 17 meeting and several subdivision plats, including Genesis and Je‑Tac plats. It unanimously rezoned three properties from Rural Residential to Single‑Family Residential, and approved a rezoning from Multi‑Family to Single‑Family with a 6‑1 vote. The preliminary plat for Mootz Subdivision was tabled, and the meeting adjourned unanimously.

• Approved March 17 minutes (6‑0)
• Approved Genesis Subdivision Plat 2 – Final Plat (6‑0)
• Moved Mootz Subdivision preliminary plat to end of meeting (7‑0)
• Approved Pothoff rezoning R‑1 to R‑2 (7‑0)
• Approved Oberbroeckling rezoning R‑1 to R‑2 (7‑0)
• Approved City Lake MHP rezoning R‑4 to R‑2 (6‑1, one dissent)
• Approved Je‑Tac Subdivision Plat 2 – Final Plat (7‑0)
• Tabled Mootz Subdivision preliminary plat (7‑0)

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 policy updates regarding circulation, emergencies, and public participation. New business includes the review of book reconsiderations.

• Review of book reconsiderations
• Updates to Circulation and Emergency policies
• Public Participation in Library Board Meetings Policy
• Farley Library & Community Center committee report
• Financial reports on accounts payable and balances

Board of Supervisors

The Dubuque County Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings on the proposed FY27 budget and tax certification, the FY26 re-estimated budget, and the disposal of county-owned real property. They will also consider a zoning change for Steven & Dawn Wilwert, approve alcohol licenses, final plats for subdivisions, and contracts for road maintenance materials and pavement marking paint. A work session is scheduled to discuss multi-county shared resources.

• Public Hearing on FY27 Proposed Budget with Resolution to adopt budget and certify taxes
• Public Hearing on Proposed Disposal of County-Owned Real Property with Resolution to approve offer to buy
• ZC#02-05-26 Steven & Dawn Wilwert: Rezone from A-1 Agricultural to A-2 Agricultural Residential
• Resolution to approve contracts with Bard Materials, River City Stone, and C.J. Moyna & Sons for maintenance rock
• Special Class C Retail Alcohol License for Sacred Heart Parish (5 Day) and Derby Grange Golf Inc

The Board approved the FY27 County Budget and certified taxes after a motion by Supervisor McDonough, seconded by Supervisor Pothoff, with Supervisor Kenniker voting nay. It also approved the FY27 compensation plan for elected officials and deputies, the FY26 re‑estimated budget, and related appropriations and fund‑transfer amendments. Final plats for three subdivisions and hiring of deputies, assistants, and clerks were approved. A motion to table the offer to buy county‑owned real estate was carried.

• Adopted FY27 County Budget and certified taxes (McDonough motion, Pothoff second, Kenniker nay) – approved
• Adopted FY27 Compensation for elected officials and deputies – approved
• Adopted FY26 Re‑estimated Budget – approved
• Approved FY26 Appropriations Amendment 3 – approved
• Approved FY26 Fund Transfers Amendment 3 – approved
• Approved final plats for Biehl’s Subdivision Plat 4, Leslein Place Plat 2, Brimeyer Place No. 4 – approved
• Approved hiring of deputies, assistants and clerks – approved
• Motion to table offer to buy county‑owned real estate property – tabled (Kenniker nay, motion carried)

Board of Health

The Dubuque County Board of Health will hold a regular meeting with one action item: a petition for waiver from Joe Pergande regarding property at 17349 Peru Rd. The agenda also includes public comment periods and approval of the agenda. No other substantive items are listed.

• Petition for Waiver - Joe Pergande, 17349 Peru Rd., Dubuque, IA 52001

The Board unanimously approved a mutual easement allowing the treatment system to be placed within the 10‑ft setback. It also approved a 35‑foot waiver from the absorption bed to the neighboring shared well and a 5‑foot waiver from the septic‑tank‑to‑well separation distance. The motion was seconded by Metcalf and passed unanimously.

• Approved mutual easement for system location within 10‑ft setback (unanimous)
• Approved 35‑foot waiver from absorption bed to shared well (unanimous)
• Approved 5‑foot waiver from septic‑tank‑to‑well separation (unanimous)
• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)

Conservation Board

The board will approve the March 19, 2026 meeting minutes. It will discuss special event applications for fundraisers at Heritage Pond, Swiss Valley Nature Center, and Swiss Valley Park. The board will consider tree vendor quotes and timber harvest bids for New Wine Park and Whitewater Canyon Stand 20, as well as the Iowa Climbers Coalition. Finally, it will approve the April 2026 payables and the March 2026 procurement cards.

• Approval of the March 19, 2026 meeting minutes
• Review of special event applications: Heritage Pond fundraisers (Aug 15 and Sep 26, 2026), Swiss Valley Nature Center fundraiser (Oct 3, 2026), Swiss Valley Park and Campgrounds fundraiser (Oct 17, 2026)
• Evaluation of tree vendor quotes for award bid
• Permission to solicit bids for timber harvest at New Wine Park and Whitewater Canyon Stand 20
• Approval of the April 2026 payables and the March 2026 procurement cards

The Conservation Board voted 5-0 to approve seeking bids for a timber harvest project at New Wine Park and Whitewater Canyon. The board also approved four special event applications, a tree‑vendor contract, and the April payables. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved solicitation of bids for timber harvest at New Wine Park and Whitewater Canyon (5-0)
• Approved Alzheimer’s Association fundraiser at Heritage Pond (5-0)
• Approved St. Vincent De Paul fundraiser at Heritage Pond (5-0)
• Approved Friends of Dubuque County Conservation fundraiser at Swiss Valley Preserve (5-0)
• Approved Scouting America event at Swiss Valley Park (5-0)
• Approved Forrest Keeling Nursery as tree vendor ($253.50) (5-0)
• Approved April 2026 payables and March 2026 procurement cards (5-0)
• Approved March 19, 2026 meeting minutes (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Dubuque County Board of Supervisors will meet to act on consent items. The primary item listed for action is a retail alcohol license application.

• Special Class C Retail Alcohol License for The K Zone, LLC

Veteran Services Commission

The commission will meet to review office reports and approve minutes. The agenda includes a closed session to interview veterans.

• Closed session to interview veterans

Board of Supervisors

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on five applications, including a special use permit for Mark Luken and several variance requests. Each case is expected to take about five to ten minutes. No formal actions will be taken on public comments due to the Iowa Open Meetings Law.

• BA#04-06-26 Mark Luken – Special Use Permit
• BA#04-07-26 Mark Lukan – Variance
• BA#04-08-26 CMA Welding LLC & Eagle Point Solar – Public Hearing
• BA#04-09-26 Brant & Joann Schueller – Variance
• BA#04-10-26 Brian Spangler & Danielle Kniep – Variance

Board of Supervisors

The Dubuque County Board of Supervisors will approve minutes, consent items, and public hearings. The board will vote on the FY2027 Secondary Road Budget, bridge and road resurfacing contracts, and the collective bargaining agreement with the Assistant Attorney's Association.

• FY2027 Secondary Road Budget
• Bridge replacement on Oakland Farms Rd
• HMA Resurfacing on Finleys Landing Rd and Graf Rd
• PCC Overlay on D53 (Higginsport Rd/Curoe Rd)
• Collective bargaining agreement with Assistant Attorney's Association

The Board adopted the FY2027 secondary road budget to be submitted to the Iowa Department of Transportation. It also approved several road‑related contracts and resolutions, including a bridge replacement on Oakland Farms Rd and the vacation of a county road right‑of‑way for Gardners Ln. All items were approved unanimously except one motion where Supervisor McDonough voted nay, which still carried.

• Approved FY2027 Secondary Road Budget to be submitted to Iowa DOT (unanimous)
• Approved Iowa DOT TSIP Agreement No. 2027-TS-020 for nine intersection locations (unanimous)
• Approved bridge replacement contract with Jim Schroeder Construction on Oakland Farms Rd (unanimous)
• Approved HMA resurfacing contracts with River City Paving for Finley’s Landing Rd and Graf Rd (unanimous)
• Approved PCC overlay contract with Boomerang Corp on Higginsport Rd/Curoe Rd (unanimous)
• Approved vacation of county road right‑of‑way for Gardners Ln (Lawther Rd) (motion carried despite one nay)
• Approved Final Plat of Leytem Place Sixth Subdivision (unanimous)
• Approved collective bargaining agreement with Dubuque County Assistant Attorney’s Association (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings on a proposed property tax levy and proof of publication. The meeting is scheduled for April 6, 2026, at 9:00 AM in the Board Chambers.

• Public Hearing — Proposed Property Tax Levy
• Public Hearing — Proof of Publication
• Meeting: Board Chambers, 4th Floor Courthouse
• Meeting ID: 846 2424 2719 (Zoom)

The Board of Supervisors conducted a public hearing on the proposed property tax levy. Several members of the public voiced opposition. No motions, approvals, or votes were recorded during this meeting.

Board of Supervisors

The Dubuque County Board of Supervisors will vote on a Class C retail alcohol license application for Dockside Bar & Grill. The item is listed as a consent item, meaning it will be acted upon by a single motion without separate discussion unless a supervisor requests it.

• Class C Retail Alcohol License – Dockside Bar & Grill (consent item)

The Dubuque County Board of Supervisors approved a Class C retail alcohol license for Dockside Bar & Grill. The approval was unanimous. No other substantive actions were recorded.

• Approved Class C retail alcohol license for Dockside Bar & Grill (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Board will consider a consent item to grant a Class C retail alcohol license to the Sherrill Volunteer Firefighters for a five‑day period. It will also discuss a proposed property tax levy and receive an update on the City of Dubuque urban renewal program. A joint work session with the Northeast Iowa Workforce Development Board and the County Economic Office is scheduled.

• Class C Retail Alcohol License — Sherrill Volunteer Firefighters (5‑Day)
• Proposed Property Tax Levy
• City of Dubuque Urban Renewal update
• NEIWDB/CEO Joint Special Work Session

The Board approved a Class C retail alcohol license for the Sherrill Volunteer Firefighters' five‑day event, with a unanimous vote. No other actions were decided; the board discussed a proposed property tax levy, an urban renewal update, and noted a future vote on a regional merger scheduled for April 2, 2026.

• Approved Class C retail alcohol license for Sherrill Volunteer Firefighters (unanimous)

Veteran Services Commission

Veteran Services Commission

The commission will hold its bimonthly meeting to review office reports and approve previous minutes. A closed session is scheduled to interview veterans.

• Closed session to interview veterans

Public Meeting

The Sunnycrest Advisory Board will adopt the agenda, approve the January 15 meeting minutes, and discuss a proposed structure change. The meeting will also include reports from the Board of Trustees, the Administrator, and the finance officer, as well as a board orientation and public comment period.

• Approval of January 15 meeting minutes
• Discussion of structure change
• Board of Trustees report
• Administrator’s report (dashboard)
• Financial report

Conservation Board

The Dubuque County Conservation Board will review and approve its March 2026 payables and February 2026 procurement cards. The meeting also includes discussion of a special event application for the 2026 MVRA Trail Run, a fish habitat grant for Locher Lake, and several trail and land management items. Additional agenda items cover public input, staff reports, old business, and scheduling the next meeting.

• Approval of the March 2026 payables and February 2026 procurement cards
• Discussion of the 2026 MVRA Trail Run special event application
• Fish Habitat Agreement #26-19F for Locher Lake
• Fencing along the Heritage Trail
• Removal of trees at New Wine

Board of Health

The Dubuque County Board of Health will approve the agenda and minutes, receive monthly and quarterly health reports, and consider a possible action on FY27 opioid settlement funds through a request for proposals for medically assisted treatment services. The board will also address new business items SF 2432 and drinking water quality in the county, and follow up on unfinished business regarding VNA Carenet and drinking water radon testing.

• Discussion and possible action on FY27 Opioid Settlement Funds – RFP for Medically Assisted Treatment Services
• New Business: SF 2432
• New Business: Drinking Water Quality in Dubuque County
• Unfinished Business: VNA Carenet Update
• Unfinished Business: Drinking Water Radon Testing

The Board unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the February 18 minutes. It also unanimously approved a motion to issue a request for proposals to use FY27 opioid settlement funds for medically assisted treatment services. No other substantive actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved February 18, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved issuance of RFP for FY27 opioid settlement funds (unanimous)

Zoning

The Zoning Commission will meet to approve final plats for the Kennicker and Biehl subdivisions and consider rezoning and subdivision proposals. The meeting includes tabbed items from the previous session and a preliminary plat for the Mootz Subdivision.

• Approval of final plats for Kennicker and Biehl subdivisions
• Rezoning request for Wilwert Farm (A-1 to A-2)
• Preliminary plat for Mootz Subdivision
• Tabbed items from February 17, 2026 meeting
• Public comments period

Public Meeting

The Dubuque County Library District Board of Trustees will discuss unfinished business, including takeaways from the March 16 Board of Supervisors work session and circulation policy updates. New business items include reviews of the Public Participation in Library Board Meetings policy, the Statement of Concerns policy, and the Emergency policy. The meeting also includes routine items such as roll call, agenda approval, financial reports, and public comment.

• Takeaways from March 16 Board of Supervisors’ work session
• Circulation policy updates
• Public Participation in Library Board Meetings policy review
• Statement of Concerns policy review
• Emergency policy review

Board of Supervisors

The Dubuque County Board of Supervisors will approve minutes from prior meetings and act on several consent items, including retail alcohol and tobacco licenses. They will receive bids for resurfacing on Finleys Landing Road and a bridge replacement on Oakland Farms Road. Public hearings will be announced for rezoning applications, a proposed property tax levy, amendments to secondary roads construction programs, and a vacation of a county road right‑of‑way. The Board will also approve final subdivision plats and a resolution to hire deputies, assistants, and clerks.

• Consent item: Class B Retail Alcohol License for 311 Fuel & Food
• Consent item: Retail Tobacco License for 311 Fuel & Food
• Receipt of bids – HMA resurfacing on Finleys Landing Rd (Project LFM-P26(01)--7X-31)
• Receipt of bids – bridge replacement on Oakland Farms Rd (Project L-B26(03)--73-31)
• Notice of public hearing – proposed property tax levy

The Board approved the vacation notice for a county road right‑of‑way, with Supervisor McDonough voting nay and the motion carrying. It also unanimously approved two final subdivision plats, the hiring of deputies and staff, and appointed a member to the Airport Zoning Board of Adjustment. All consent items for retail alcohol and tobacco licenses were approved, and the meeting entered a closed session for collective‑bargaining discussion.

• Approved vacation of county road right‑of‑way (2-1)
• Approved Final Plat of Bumpster Farn Subdivision Plat 2 (unanimous)
• Approved Final Plat of Sherrill West Side Fourth Addition (unanimous)
• Approved hiring of deputies, assistants and clerks (unanimous)
• Appointed Mary Goebel to Airport Zoning Board of Adjustment (term ends Feb 15, 2031) (unanimous)
• Approved Class B Retail Alcohol License for 311 Fuel & Food (unanimous)
• Approved Retail Tobacco License for 311 Fuel & Food (unanimous)
• Entered closed session to discuss collective‑bargaining strategy (unanimous)

Veteran Services Commission

The Dubuque County Veteran Services Commission will hold its bimonthly meeting on March 11, 2026. The meeting includes an open session for guest comments and the approval of prior minutes, followed by a closed session to interview veterans. The commission will also set the date for the next meeting and then adjourn.

• Interview veterans (closed session)
• Approve minutes of last meeting
• Open floor for guest comments/questions/concerns
• Approve next meeting date – March 25, 2026
• Adjourn meeting

Public Meeting

The Dubuque County Library District Board will hold a public meeting on March 9, 2026. After routine items, the board will discuss a proposed circulation policy. The meeting will conclude with adjournment and notice of the next meeting on March 17.

• Circulation Policy Discussion

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will conduct a joint work session regarding the RCPP 28E Agreement and the 2026 Program. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

• Joint Work Session on RCPP 28E Agreement and 2026 Program

Board of Supervisors

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on three variance applications: Michael Steffen & Steve Wilwert (BA#03-03-26), Seth & Alicen Kelly (BA#03-04-26), and Gene & Laura Schellhorn (BA#03-05-26). After the hearings, the Board may discuss any related old or new business, but no decisions are recorded on the agenda. The meeting also includes routine items such as roll call, approval of minutes, and public comments.

• Public hearing – BA#03-03-26 – Michael Steffen & Steve Wilwert – variance request
• Public hearing – BA#03-04-26 – Seth & Alicen Kelly – variance request
• Public hearing – BA#03-05-26 – Gene & Laura Schellhorn – variance request

The Board of Adjustment approved the minutes from the February 3, 2026 meeting. It then approved three variance requests—one for the Kellys, one for the Schellhorns, and one for Steffen and Wilwert—each with a 3‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned by a unanimous motion.

• Approved February 03, 2026 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved variance BA#03-04-26 for Seth and Alicen Kelly with 55‑ft setback (3-0)
• Approved variance BA#03-05-26 for Gene and Laura Schellhorn as written (3-0)
• Approved variance BA#03-03-26 for Michael Steffen and Steve Wilwert as written (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Dubuque County Board of Supervisors will approve contracts for road resurfacing on Finleys Landing Road and Holy Cross Road, as well as a bridge replacement on St Joes Prairie Road. The meeting also includes a public hearing on zoning ordinance amendments and the approval of a 2025 Historic Preservation Commission report.

• Public Hearing: Amendments to Zoning Ordinance
• Resolution: HMA Resurfacing on Finleys Landing Rd and Holy Cross Rd
• Resolution: Bridge Replacement on St Joes Prairie Road
• Resolution: 2025 Iowa Certified Local Government Annual Report
• Work Session: Presentation with Greater Dubuque Development CEO Jason White

The Dubuque County Board of Supervisors approved seven resolutions covering hiring of staff, road resurfacing projects, bridge replacement agreements, and a certified local government report. All approvals were unanimous as noted in the minutes. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved hiring of deputies, assistants and clerks (Resolution 26‑040, unanimous)
• Approved plans and specifications for HMA resurfacing on Finley’s Landing Rd and Finley’s Landing Park (Resolution 26‑041, unanimous)
• Approved contract documents with Mathy Construction d/b/a River City Paving for HMA resurfacing on Hammerand Rd (Resolution 26‑042, unanimous)
• Approved delegate authority for signing bridge replacement documents with Taylor Construction, Inc. on Hannah Rd (Resolution 26‑043, unanimous)
• Approved delegate authority for signing documents with Mathy Construction d/b/a River City Paving for HMA paved shoulders on Holy Cross Rd (Resolution 26‑044, unanimous)
• Approved Bridge Replacement Federal‑Aid Agreement #6‑26‑HBP‑S‑008 for St Joes Prairie Road (Resolution 26‑045, unanimous)
• Approved the 2025 Iowa Certified Local Government Annual Report submitted by the Dubuque County Historical Commission (Resolution 26‑046, unanimous)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Dubuque County Historic Preservation Commission will meet on February 26, 2026 at 4:15 p.m. to approve the December 18, 2025 minutes, consider old business, and address new business items. New business includes selecting the HPC chairperson for 2026, approving the 2025 Annual CLG Report for the State Historic Preservation Office, and updating the 2025 work plan for 2026. The agenda also provides time for public comments, announces the Preserve Iowa Summit, and sets the next meeting date.

• Selection of HPC Chairperson for 2026
• Approval of HPC 2025 Annual CLG Report for SHPO
• Update 2025 Work Plan for 2026
• Approval of minutes from December 18, 2025
• Announcement of Preserve Iowa Summit, June 2–3, 2026

Board of Supervisors

The Dubuque County Board of Supervisors will consider a resolution to approve updated depository limits for county funds at financial institutions. The meeting will also include a FY27 budget work session that reviews the full FY26 and FY27 budgets and may result in action.

• Resolution to approve updated County depository limits at financial institutions
• FY27 Budget Work Session: final review of full FY26 and FY27 budgets

The Board approved the updated County Depository limits. It also approved the operating budgets, the Capital Improvement Plan and a $1 million transfer to that plan. A motion to keep the levy rate unchanged was approved despite a nay vote. The Sunnycrest transition date was extended to January 1, 2027 despite a nay vote.

• Approved Resolution 26‑039 updating County Depository limits (unanimous)
• Approved operating budgets as presented (unanimous)
• Approved the CIP Plan and Capitol projects as presented (unanimous)
• Approved moving $1 million from General Basic to the Capitol Improvement Plan (unanimous)
• Approved Option 1 levy rate (kept same) despite Supervisor Kenniker voting nay (motion carries)
• Approved extending the Sunnycrest transition date to Jan 1 2027 despite Supervisor McDonough voting nay (motion carries)

Veteran Services Commission

The Dubuque County Veteran Services Commission will hold its bimonthly meeting on February 25, 2026. The agenda includes approving the minutes from the previous meeting, an open floor for guest comments, a closed‑session interview with veterans, and setting the date for the next meeting on March 11, 2026. No other decisions or policy items are listed.

• Approve minutes of the last meeting
• Open floor for guest comments/questions/concerns
• Closed‑session interview with veterans
• Approve next meeting date – March 11, 2026

Board of Supervisors

The Board will hold a work session on the FY27 budget, reviewing both FY26 and FY27 financial plans. Topics include the Health & Human Services budget and the overall county budget. The session may include discussion and possible action on these items.

• FY27 Budget Work Session – Health & Human Services (HHS)
• FY27 Budget Work Session – General budget discussion
• Possible action on FY26 budget items
• Possible action on FY27 budget items

The board voted to remove the Conservation Land acquisition fund project and keep the Zoning documentation scanning project in the CIP plan. A consensus removed the Sunnycrest ADA van project. The board approved one new sheriff’s department staff position, a 2.7% wage increase for elected officials and deputies, and health‑insurance changes raising the deductible to $500 with a three‑tier contribution structure.

• Remove Conservation Land acquisition fund project from CIP plan (motion failed)
• Keep Zoning documentation scanning project in CIP plan (motion failed)
• Remove Sunnycrest ADA van project from CIP plan (consensus approved)
• Approve one staff addition for the Sheriff’s Department (motion carried)
• Approve employee wage increase of 2.7% for elected officials and deputies (unanimous)
• Approve health‑insurance changes: raise deductible to $500 and add 3‑tier contributions (unanimous)

Conservation Board

The Dubuque County Conservation Board will meet to discuss and potentially act on bids for the Swiss Valley electrical upgrade, a special event application for Heritage Pond, and the Iowa DOT agreement number 24-TAP-200. The board will also approve bills and discuss staff reports.

• Discussion/Action: Award bid for Swiss Valley electrical upgrade
• Discussion/Action: Special event application for Heritage Pond
• Discussion/Action: Iowa DOT Agreement Number 24-TAP-200
• Discussion/Action: Approval of bills and January Procurement cards
• Discussion/Action: Permission to advertise for Trail Crew and Trail Crew Leader

The Conservation Board approved the Iowa DOT Agreement No. 24‑TAP‑200 for a two‑mile hard‑surfaced section of the Heritage Trail. It also awarded the Swiss Valley campground electrical upgrade to F.L. Krapfl Inc. for $68,935. Additional actions included approving a Huntington’s Disease Society fundraiser, a walnut‑log sale, a staff training request, and the February payables.

• Approved Iowa DOT Agreement No. 24‑TAP‑200 for Heritage Trail project (4‑0)
• Awarded Swiss Valley electrical upgrade to F.L. Krapfl Inc. for $68,935 (4‑0)
• Approved special event application for Huntington’s Disease Society fundraiser (4‑0)
• Accepted R.J. Bruggeman bid of $3,100 for salvage walnut log sale (4‑0)
• Approved 2025 Army Corps Annual Report (4‑0)
• Approved training request for three staff to attend 2026 IAN conference (4‑0)
• Approved February 2026 payables and January 2026 procurement cards (4‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (4‑0)

Board of Supervisors

The Dubuque County Board of Supervisors will hold a budget work session. The meeting will include discussion and possible action on the FY26 and FY27 county budgets. No specific budget items or amounts are listed in the agenda.

• FY27 Budget Work Session – discussion and possible action on FY26 and FY27 budgets

Supervisors discussed the FY26 and FY27 budgets, health‑insurance cost sharing, levy scenarios, and a draft Capital Improvement Plan. They reached consensus to consider a 2.7% wage increase, but no vote or formal approval was recorded. No substantive actions were approved, denied, or tabled.

Board of Health

The Dubuque County Board of Health will review monthly and quarterly reports, including opioid settlement funds and radon data. The board is considering a change to its monthly meeting time and discussing VNA deficit funding.

• Opioid Subcommittee Withdrawal Management Request for Proposal
• DCPH Quarterly Opioid Settlement Fund Report
• Proposed change to monthly meeting time from 4:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• VNA Deficit Funding discussion
• DCPH Radon Data report

The Board of Health approved ending the Carenet Program with five votes in favor and one opposed. It also moved the monthly meeting start time to 5:00 p.m., extended the opioid subcommittee RFP deadline to the end of March, and unanimously approved the agenda and prior minutes. The VNA deficit funding issue was tabled until the March meeting.

• Approved agenda for Feb 18, 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved Jan 21, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Changed monthly meeting time to 5:00 p.m. (unanimous)
• Extended opioid subcommittee RFP deadline to end of March (unanimous)
• Ended Carenet Program (5‑1 vote)
• Tabled VNA deficit funding until March meeting
• Scheduled next Board meeting for Mar 18, 2026 at 5 p.m.

Board of Supervisors

The Dubuque County Board of Supervisors will consider and vote on final plats for five subdivision projects: Brimeyer Place No. 4, Sherrill West Side Fourth Addition, Leslein Place Plat 2, Genesis Subdivision, and Bumpster Farm Subdivision. The meeting also includes rezoning proposals that would change several parcels from A‑1 Agricultural to A‑2 Agricultural Residential. Minutes from the January 20, 2026 meeting will be approved, and updates on prior zoning cases will be provided.

• Final plat approval – Brimeyer Place No. 4 (Lot 1 & 2) in Sageville
• Final plat approval – Sherrill West Side Fourth Addition (Lot 1 & 2)
• Final plat approval – Leslein Place Plat 2 (Lot 1 & 2)
• Final plat approval – Genesis Subdivision (Lot 1 & 2)
• Final plat approval – Bumpster Farm Subdivision Plat 2 (Lot 1 & 2)

Public Meeting

The Dubuque County Library District Board of Trustees will review unfinished business items, including a NICC lease agreement, a NICC reimbursement agreement, and a NICC/City of Peosta 28E agreement. New business includes reviews of the circulation policy, the collection development policy, and a proposed Farley Library & Community Center agreement. The meeting also covers routine items such as roll call, agenda approval, financial reports, and public comment.

• NICC Lease Agreement
• NICC Reimbursement Agreement
• NICC/City of Peosta 28E Agreement
• Circulation Policy Review
• Farley Library & Community Center Agreement

Board of Supervisors

The Dubuque County Board of Supervisors will consider several resolutions, including approval of plans and specifications for the bridge replacement on Oakland Farms Road. It will also act on a fireworks permit for Thunder Hills Country Club, a Class C retail alcohol license for Timberline Golf Course, and a developer agreement for Oakland Farms Real Estate. Public hearings will address rezoning requests for agricultural and rural residential properties.

• Resolution – approve plans and specifications for the bridge replacement on Oakland Farms Rd, Project L-B26(03)--73-31
• Consent item – fireworks permit for Thunder Hills Country Club
• Consent item – Class C retail alcohol license for Timberline Golf Course
• Public hearing – ZC#01-01-26 Julie L Casey Revocable Trust A-1: Agricultural to A-2 Agricultural Residential
• Public hearing – ZC#01-02-26 Ronald Parker Jr R-1: Rural Residential to R-2 Single Family Residential

The board unanimously approved several routine items, including a fireworks permit for Thunder Hills Country Club, a Class C retail alcohol license for Timberline Golf Course, and the final plat for Stockel Acres. It approved rezoning amendments for two properties, with a 2‑1 vote on the Ronald Parker Jr. amendment. The board also authorized the hiring of new deputies and approved a $550,000 discretionary funding package. Most notably, the board voted 2‑1 to terminate the operating lease with Dubuque County Hospital effective July 1, 2026.

• Approved Irish American Month proclamation (unanimous)
• Approved Fireworks Permit for Thunder Hills Country Club (unanimous)
• Approved Class C Retail Alcohol License for Timberline Golf Course (unanimous)
• Approved Ronald Parker Jr. rezoning amendment (2-1)
• Approved final plat of Stockel Acres (unanimous)
• Approved hiring of deputies, assistants and clerks (unanimous)
• Approved $550,000 discretionary funding for programs (consensus)
• Approved termination of operating lease with Dubuque County Hospital (2-1)

Veteran Services Commission

The Dubuque County Veteran Services Commission will hold a bimonthly meeting to approve minutes from the previous session and interview veterans in closed session. The body will also set the date for the next meeting.

• Approve minutes of previous meeting
• Interview veterans in closed session
• Approve next meeting date: February 25, 2026

Board of Health

The Dubuque County Board of Health Opioid Working Group will receive updates and a presentation from the Iowa Primary Care Association District 7 System Navigator. The meeting includes routine announcements, a public comment period, and scheduling of the next meeting. No decisions or votes are listed on the agenda.

• Announcements & updates by Carissa Brown, Project Coordinator
• Presentation by Dawn Schott, Iowa Primary Care Association District 7 System Navigator
• Public comment period (up to three minutes per speaker)
• Scheduling of next meeting for March 11, 2026

Public Meeting

The council will hold a work session to explore its purpose and how it supports the mission of representing people with disabilities. The meeting includes public comments, approval of the previous minutes, and standard new business items. No specific resolutions or contracts are on the agenda.

• Public comments from attendees
• Approval of minutes from 1/13/2026
• Work session discussion on council purpose and function

The board approved the November meeting minutes by unanimous consent. Ann Williams and Jim Vansteenburg were elected as Vice Chairs, and Lori Anderson was reappointed as Secretary through June 2026, all with unanimous approval. The meeting was then adjourned at 5:00 PM.

• Approved November meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Ann Williams and Jim Vansteenburg as Vice Chairs (unanimous)
• Reappointed Lori Anderson as Secretary through June 2026 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:00 PM (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Dubuque County Board of Supervisors will hold a FY27 Budget Work Session. The session will include discussion and possible action on the FY26 and FY27 budgets. Topics include secondary roads, health and opioid abatement, and information services (IT). No decisions are recorded in the agenda.

• Secondary Roads budget discussion
• Health & Opioid Abatement budget discussion
• Information Services (IT) budget discussion

The February 5 meeting consisted of work sessions on secondary roads, health and opioid abatement, and information services. Supervisors heard presentations from the County Engineer, Health Director, and IT Director. No specific motions, approvals, or votes were recorded, and the record notes that any approvals would have been unanimous if any were presented.

Veteran Services Commission

The Dubuque County Veteran Services Commission will hold its bimonthly meeting on February 4, 2026. The agenda includes standard items such as a call to order, pledge of allegiance, approval of the previous meeting’s minutes, an open floor for guest comments, a closed session to interview veterans, and a vote to set the next meeting date for February 18, 2026. No policy changes, contracts, or fee adjustments are listed.

• Approve minutes of the last meeting
• Interview veterans (closed session)
• Approve next meeting date – February 18, 2026
• Open floor for guest comments/questions/concerns

Zoning

The Dubuque County Zoning Board of Adjustment will meet to consider two variance requests. The board will also vote on the approval of minutes from the November 5, 2025 meeting.

• BA#02-01-26 Steve & Nicole Davis - Variance
• BA#02-02-26 Loren & Angela Landsman - Variance

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will hold a work session to discuss the FY26 and FY27 budgets, including items on conservation, Sunnycrest, and zoning. The meeting will be held in person at the Board Chambers or via Zoom.

• FY27 Budget Work Session
• Conservation budget discussion
• Sunnycrest budget discussion
• Zoning budget discussion
• Meeting held at Board Chambers, 4th Floor Courthouse

The Dubuque County Board of Supervisors met on February 3, 2026 at 720 Central Ave. The meeting included work sessions on the FY27 budget, conservation programs, Sunnycrest updates, and zoning information. No approvals, motions, or other actions were recorded; the minutes state that approvals are unanimous unless noted, but no items were listed. Consequently, no substantive decisions were made.

Board of Health

The Board of Health Opioid Subcommittee will discuss plans for its FY2027 budget request. It will also review the Withdrawal Management Request for Proposal. The meeting includes routine announcements and a public comment period.

• Discuss FY2027 budget request
• Discuss Withdrawal Management Request for Proposal
• Announcements & Updates by Carissa Brown, Project Coordinator

Board of Supervisors

The Dubuque County Board of Supervisors will consider several resolutions, including hiring staff, tax delinquency abatement, and a lease for equipment storage. A public hearing will be held on amendments to the county zoning ordinance, and the board will approve the final plat for the Schwers Farm Subdivision. Additional items include a procurement notice for HMA resurfacing on Hammerand Rd and communications on the urban renewal plan and health insurance.

• Resolution to approve hiring of deputies, assistants and clerks
• Resolution to abate delinquent property taxes per Treasurer's recommendation
• Resolution to approve lease agreement with Bernard Rescue Unit, Inc. for equipment storage
• Public hearing notice for amendments to the zoning ordinance
• Resolution to approve plans for HMA resurfacing on Hammerand Rd (Project LOST-P26(02)--73-31)

The Dubuque County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved the Treasurer’s semi‑annual report, a notice to bidders for the Hammerand Road resurfacing project, and a public hearing on zoning amendments. They also adopted several resolutions: final plat of Schwers Farm Subdivision, hiring of deputies, assistants and clerks, abatement of delinquent property taxes, plans for the Hammerand Road resurfacing, a lease with Bernard Rescue Unit for equipment storage, and authorization for the Chair to sign the Nature Everywhere Bill of Rights. A motion to re‑open the meeting was made, seconded and carried.

• Approved Treasurer’s Semi‑Annual Report (unanimous)
• Approved Notice to Bidders – HMA Resurfacing on Hammerand Rd (unanimous)
• Approved Notice of Public Hearing for Zoning Ordinance amendments (unanimous)
• Approved final plat of Schwers Farm Subdivision (Resolution 26‑026, unanimous)
• Approved hiring of deputies, assistants and clerks (Resolution 26‑027, unanimous)
• Approved abatement of delinquent property taxes (Resolution 26‑028, unanimous)
• Approved lease with Bernard Rescue Unit for equipment storage (Resolution 26‑030, unanimous)
• Authorized Chair to sign Dubuque Nature Everywhere Bill of Rights (Resolution 26‑031, unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will conduct a work session regarding the FY26 and FY27 budgets. The meeting includes updates on health insurance renewal and county facilities.

• FY26 and FY27 budget discussion and possible action
• Cottingham & Butler health insurance renewal update
• Auditor, Debt Service, and Economic Development updates
• Facilities and County Storage discussion
• GIS update

During a work session, Cottingham & Butler presented a health‑insurance renewal update. The Board reached consensus that employees will cover half of the premium increase, with the Committee to study options further. No other formal actions or votes were recorded; other work sessions provided informational updates only.

• Board reached consensus that employees will cover half of the health‑insurance premium increase (no vote recorded)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will vote to approve the hiring of deputies, assistants, and clerks. The meeting includes a work session on the FY26 and FY27 budgets.

• Resolution to approve hiring deputies, assistants, and clerks
• FY27 Budget Work Session
• Insurance coverage update from O'Connor & English
• Risk Management update
• Human Resources update

The Board adopted Resolution 26‑025, which approves hiring of deputies, assistants and clerks. The resolution was approved unanimously. The meeting also included work‑session updates on insurance coverage, risk‑management policies, and human‑resources staffing, but no other actions were taken.

• Approved hiring of deputies, assistants and clerks (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Board will hold a FY27 Budget Work Session covering the FY26 and FY27 budgets, including items on watershed, recorder, veterans/GA, and district court. A possible exempt session may be called to discuss collective bargaining strategy for employees under a collective bargaining agreement. A closed session is scheduled to discuss the purchase or sale of specific real estate.

• FY27 Budget Work Session – discussion and possible action on FY26 and FY27 budgets (watershed, recorder, veterans/GA, district court)
• Possible exempt session to discuss collective bargaining strategy for covered employees
• Closed session to discuss purchase or sale of particular real estate

The Board took several procedural actions, including entering and reopening closed sessions. A motion to sign a letter of engagement was approved despite one dissenting vote. No other substantive approvals or denials were recorded.

• Motion to enter closed session at 2:37 p.m. approved
• Motion to reopen meeting at 2:49 p.m. approved
• Motion to sign the letter of engagement approved (Supervisor McDonough voted no)
• Motion to enter closed session at 2:50 p.m. approved
• Motion to reopen meeting at 3:36 p.m. approved

Board of Health

The Board of Health will elect its 2026 officers and appoint members to the Opioid and Immunization Ad Hoc Committees. The board will also consider a waiver request for 4608 S Beach Lane and discuss updates to enforcement procedures in Ordinance Chapters 32, 33, and 34.

• Waiver request for 4608 S Beach Lane, Dubuque, IA 52003
• Election of 2026 officers
• Appointment of 2026 Opioid Ad Hoc Committee members
• Appointment of 2026 Immunization Ad Hoc Committee members
• Proposed amendments to Ordinance Chapters 32, 33, and 34 regarding enforcement

The Board of Health voted to elect Kathy Dolter as Chairperson and Jack Dolehide as Vice Chairperson for 2026. It also approved a one‑time waiver for a new private well at 4608 S Beach Lane with reduced setback distances. The Board designated the Public Health Director as signatory authority for contracts and approved the meeting agenda and prior minutes unanimously.

• Elected Kathy Dolter Chairperson (selected after vote)
• Elected Jack Dolehide Vice Chairperson (selected after vote)
• Approved one‑time waiver for 4608 S Beach Lane well (unanimous)
• Designated Public Health Director as signatory authority for 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved January 21 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved corrected December 17 minutes (unanimous)
• Appointed Opioid Ad Hoc Committee members: Larson, Dolehide, Dolter; Metcalf alternate
• Appointed Immunization Ad Hoc Committee members: Fuller, Edwards, Metcalf

Veteran Services Commission

The commission will hold 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

Board of Supervisors

The Board will vote on two rezoning applications: changing an A‑1 Agricultural parcel to A‑2 Agricultural Residential for the Julie L Casey Revocable Trust and Luke Casey, and converting an R‑1 Rural Residential parcel to R‑2 Single Family Residential for Ronald Parker Jr. The meeting will also approve final plats for the Parker Addition and Hirsch Place 2nd Addition. New business includes a discussion on Accessory Dwelling Units. Public comments and routine items will follow.

• Rezoning: A‑1 Agricultural to A‑2 Agricultural Residential (Julie L Casey Revocable Trust and Luke Casey)
• Rezoning: R‑1 Rural Residential to R‑2 Single Family Residential (Ronald Parker Jr)
• Final Plat approval: Parker Addition – Lot 1 & 2, SE¼, Section 15, T88N, R3E, Mosalem Township
• Final Plat approval: Hirsch Place 2nd Addition – Lot 1 & 2, Section 5, T88N, R2E, Table Mound Township
• Discussion on Accessory Dwelling Units

The board unanimously approved the minutes from the December 16, 2025 meeting (5‑0). It approved rezoning of 1.99 acres from A‑1 Agricultural to A‑2 Agricultural Residential (5‑0). It approved rezoning of 15.115 acres from R‑1 Rural Residential to R‑2 Single Family Residential (5‑0). The board also approved the final plats for the Parker Addition and Hirsch Place 2nd Addition and then adjourned, each vote 5‑0.

• Approved December 16, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Approved rezoning of 1.99 acres to A-2 Agricultural Residential (5-0)
• Approved rezoning of 15.115 acres to R-2 Single Family Residential (5-0)
• Approved final plat of Parker Addition (5-0)
• Approved final plat of Hirsch Place 2nd Addition (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Public Meeting

The Dubuque County Library District Board of Trustees will hold a public meeting to review personnel and circulation policies. The agenda includes reports on accounts payable, committee activities, and unfinished business.

• Review of Personnel Policy
• Review of Circulation Policy
• Approval of December 16, 2025 minutes
• Financial reports: Accounts Payable and Account Balance
• Report of Committees (Farley)

Board of Supervisors

The Dubuque County Board of Supervisors will consider several resolutions, including the FY27 Bryne JAG application, staffing hires, a temporary road crossing agreement, and a SWAP amendment for the Future Farley Library project. Public hearings will be held on a Strief Farms non‑construction expansion permit and two zoning changes. The board will also approve the final plat for Woodmoor Estates 6th Addition and adopt a secondary road blading policy.

• Public Hearing – Strief Farms non‑construction expansion permit
• Resolution – approve hiring of deputies, assistants and clerks
• Resolution – approve Temporary Road Crossing Agreement with C.J. Moyna & Sons
• Resolution – approve SWAP agreement amendment for City of Farley "Future Farley Library" project
• Resolution – approve FY27 Bryne JAG application

The Dubuque County Board of Supervisors approved several resolutions covering land plats, road agreements, policy updates, and financial limits. A motion to authorize the chair to sign a letter of support for the Strief Farms permit was carried despite one dissenting vote. All other listed actions were approved unanimously.

• Approved Final plat of Woodmoor Estates 6th Addition (Resolution 26‑015)
• Authorized chair to sign letter of support for Strief Farms permit (motion carries, McDonough voted no)
• Approved Temporary Road Crossing Agreement with C.J. Moyna & Sons (Resolution 26‑017)
• Approved Dubuque County Secondary Road Department Blading Policy (Resolution 26‑018)
• Approved appointment of the County Medical Examiner (Resolution 26‑020)
• Approved County depository limits at Financial Institutions (Resolution 26‑021, McDonough voted no, motion carries)
• Approved abatement of delinquent property taxes per Treasurer recommendation (Resolution 26‑022)
• Approved SWAP agreement amendment for City of Farley “Future Farley Library” project (Resolution 26‑024)

Conservation Board

The Dubuque County Conservation Board will meet to approve the election of officers, award a bid for a new mower, and solicit bids for a Swiss Valley electrical upgrade. The board will also discuss a Heritage Trail bridge replacement and an Iowa Forest Resiliency Partnership grant.

• Election of 2026 officers
• Award bid for a new mower
• Solicit bids for Swiss Valley electrical upgrade
• Discussion on Heritage Trail Bridge No. 30 replacement
• Discussion on Iowa Forest Resiliency Partnership Program grant

The Conservation Board approved the professional services agreement with Origin Design to design and oversee replacement of Heritage Trail Bridge No. 30, costing about $53,000 with a $50,000 local match. It also approved several equipment purchases, a grant acceptance, and staff training attendance, all by unanimous 4‑0 votes.

• Approved December 18, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Elected George Davis as Chair, Mark Wagner as Vice‑Chair, Jim Pfeiler as Secretary (4-0)
• Awarded new John Deere 1570 mower to Bodensteiner Implement for $24,584.00 (4-0)
• Purchased John Deere 1272S flail mower from Bodensteiner for $9,989.00 (4-0)
• Approved soliciting bids for Swiss Valley electrical upgrade (4-0)
• Approved professional services agreement with Origin Design for Bridge No. 30 replacement ($53,000 design, $50,000 local match) (4-0)
• Accepted Iowa Forest Resiliency Partnership Program grant of $128,858.00 (4-0)
• Approved staff attendance for 2026 ISAC Spring Conference (up to two staff, $220 each) (4-0)

Public Meeting

The Sunnycrest Advisory Board will convene to approve meeting minutes, review financials, and elect officers. The meeting will be held at Sunnycrest Manor with a remote option via Microsoft Teams.

• Approval of November 20, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review of financials
• Election of officers
• Public comment period
• Next meeting scheduled for March 19, 2026

Board of Supervisors

The Dubuque County Board of Supervisors will hold a work session to discuss the FY27 budget and may take action on the FY26 and FY27 budgets. Topics include funding for the Sheriff/DTF, juvenile detention, and emergency support services. A closed session will be convened to discuss the purchase or sale of specific real estate under Iowa Code 21.5(j).

• FY27 Budget Work Session – discussion and possible action on FY26 and FY27 budgets
• Funding review for Sheriff/DTF
• Funding review for juvenile detention
• Funding review for emergency support services
• Closed session to discuss purchase or sale of particular real estate

The Board moved to a closed session at 2:30 p.m., which was entered after a motion by Supervisor Kenniker and second by Supervisor McDonough. A second motion by Supervisor McDonough, seconded by Supervisor Kenniker, reopened the meeting at 3:06 p.m. No other substantive decisions or votes were recorded.

• Motion to enter closed session approved; meeting entered closed session at 2:30 p.m.
• Motion to reopen the meeting approved; meeting reopened at 3:06 p.m.

Board of Health

The Opioid Working Group will meet to receive updates from the Project Coordinator and a report from the UI ARC and IA-PEER Project. The meeting includes a period for public comment.

• Report from Jared Swartzendruber regarding UI ARC and IA-PEER Project
• Updates from Project Coordinator Carissa Brown

Public Meeting

The group will hold an election and vote on amendments to its bylaws. Members will also discuss plans for the upcoming year.

• Election
• Bylaws discussion and amendments voting
• Approval of November 11, 2025 minutes

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will hold a work session to discuss the Fiscal Year 2026 and Fiscal Year 2027 budgets, including preliminary tax calculations, compensation, and the Capital Improvement Program.

• FY27 Budget Work Session
• County and City Assessors discussion
• Preliminary Tax Calculations and Operating Budget
• Compensation Board and Nonbargaining Wage Discussion
• Preliminary CIP discussion

Veteran Services Commission

The Dubuque County Veteran Services Commission will hold its bimonthly meeting on January 7, 2026, at 36 East 8th Street. The agenda includes approving minutes from the previous meeting, interviewing veterans, and scheduling the next meeting for January 21, 2026.

• Approve minutes of previous meeting
• Interview veterans (closed session)
• Schedule next meeting for January 21, 2026

Board of Supervisors

The Dubuque County Board will vote on several resolutions, including hiring staff, designating newspapers, and approving road work. A key item is the approval of plans and specifications for hot‑mix‑asphalt resurfacing on New Melleray Rd from Monastery Rd north 3.3 miles to N. Cascade Rd. The board will also consider public hearing notices for zoning amendments and a non‑construction expansion permit for Strief Farms.

• Resolution to approve HMA resurfacing on New Melleray Rd (Project FM‑C031(131)‑55‑31)
• Resolution to approve the final plat of Vonderhaar Farm Subdivision
• Resolution to approve the final plat of Culbertson Place
• Class C retail alcohol license for Dubuque County Fair Association (consent item)
• Public hearing notices for zoning ordinance amendments and Strief Farms permit