Dubuque County public meetings in 2021

Public Meeting

The Dubuque County Library District Board of Trustees will meet to review financial reports and the FY23 Budget. The board is expected to set a public hearing for the budget on January 18, 2022.

• FY23 Budget
• Motion to set budget public hearing for January 18, 2022
• Collective Bargaining Response
• JLAC Reimbursement Agreement
• Farley Branch update

Zoning

The Zoning Commission will consider final and preliminary plats for several properties across Mosalem, Peru, and Dubuque Townships. The body will also review three requests to change land use designations from agricultural to residential. Additionally, the commission will discuss updates to the Zoning Code.

• Final Plats for Greenfield Place, Stone Quarry No. 5, and Junnie’s Place
• Preliminary Plat for Country View Estates Plat 2
• Rezoning request ZC#12-28-21: A-1 Agricultural to R-3 Single Family Residential
• Rezoning request ZC#12-29-21: A-1 Agricultural to A-2 Agricultural Residential
• Rezoning request ZC#12-30-21: A-1 Agricultural to A-2 Agricultural Residential

Board of Supervisors

The Dubuque County Board of Supervisors will conduct public hearings regarding amendments to the Rural Address and Election Precincts ordinances. The Board will also consider plat approvals and various personnel and service contracts.

• Public hearing on Amendment to Chapter 22 - Rural Address Ordinance
• Public hearing on Amendments to Chapter 51 - Election Precincts Ordinance
• Approval of Final Plats for Stone Quarry Subdivision Plat 4 and Turnis Place Plat 2
• RFP notice for RS2 card access system for Secondary Roads Maintenance Building in Farley
• Service contracts with Greater Dubuque Development Corp. and Dubuque County Early Childhood

Board of Health

The Board of Health will discuss the budget and address leadership transitions following a resignation and retirement. The body will also consider a septic tank variance and review a COVID-19 update.

• Budget presentation and approval
• Septic tank variance information
• Designation of signature authority and interim director following Patrice Lambert's retirement
• Katie Jones BOH resignation
• Grants to Counties update

Conservation Board

The Dubuque County Conservation Board is meeting to review proposed budgets for fiscal years 2022 and 2023. The board will also discuss an underground electric line easement for the Heritage Trail.

• FY22 and FY23 proposed budget, including capital expenditures and equipment requests
• Underground electric line easement for Heritage Trail
• Staff training requests
• Approval of bills

Public Meeting

The Dubuque Metropolitan Area Solid Waste Agency Board of Directors will discuss and vote on the FY2023 operating budget, the FY2023-2027 capital improvement budget, and the FY2023 fee schedule. The board will also address contract terminations and grant awards.

• Adoption of FY2023 Operating Budget and FY2023-2027 Capital Improvement Budgets
• Adoption of the FY2023 Fee Schedule
• Termination Agreement for the Waste Delivery Contract with Richland Center Renewable Energy
• Grant funding award to National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium
• Request from the City of Peosta for a reduced tipping fee for sewage sludge

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings on four agricultural rezoning requests and vote on several settlement agreements related to opioid litigation. The meeting also includes approvals for final plats and various personnel requisitions.

• Public hearings for rezoning requests ZC#11-24-21, ZC#11-25-21, ZC#11-26-21, and ZC#11-27-21 from A-1 Agricultural to A-2 Agricultural Residential
• Resolution to approve the Distributors Settlement Agreement, Janssen Settlement Agreement, and Allocation MOU for opioid litigation
• Approval of Final Plats for Breiner's Bridge Site Plat 2 and Dietz Farm Subdivision Plat 6
• Personnel requisitions for full-time Public Health Director and Clerk Cashier for Treasurer's Office
• Resolution to approve courthouse painting services contract

Food Policy Council

The agenda is procedural boilerplate and does not list specific discussion items or decisions.

Zoning

The Dubuque County Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings for two land-use requests. The board will also conduct elections for its membership.

• Public hearing for BA#12-40-12 Joliet Building Corporation regarding variances
• Public hearing for BA# 12-41-21 Dubuque Recreational Society and Sonrise Mennonite Church regarding a Special Use Permit
• Elections for board members

Mental Health and Disability Services

The Disabilities Council of Dubuque County is meeting to review questions for the 2022 Disabilities State of the State Survey. Members will also discuss how to update the Board of Supervisors on the council's progress.

• Review of 2022 Disabilities State of the State Survey questions
• Planning for progress update to the Board of Supervisors

Conservation Board

The Dubuque County Conservation Board will conduct a work session to review proposed expenditures for fiscal year 2023. The board will also discuss estimated replacement items for the period from FY 2023 through FY 2026.

• FY 2023 Proposed Expenditures
• FY 2023 thru FY 2026 Estimated Replacement Items

Public Meeting

The Dubuque County Compensation Board is meeting to determine salary recommendations for elected officials for fiscal year 2023. The board will also elect its leadership and set a 2022 meeting date.

• Approval of FY23 recommended salaries for Dubuque County elected officials
• Election of Board Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
• Resignation of Bob Felderman

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings regarding amendments to the zoning ordinance, rural address ordinance, and election precincts ordinance. The body will also consider resolutions for personnel hiring and administrative policies.

• Public hearing on amendments to Ordinance Chapter 1 - Zoning
• Public hearing to amend Chapter 22 - Rural Address Ordinance
• Public hearing to amend Chapter 51 - Election Precincts Ordinance
• Resolution for revised ITC Reimbursement Agreement for John Deere Roundabout Project area
• Resolution to approve the hiring of deputies, assistants and clerks

Public Meeting

The Dubuque County Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to discuss wastewater and sewer utility projects. The body will also review budgets for fiscal years 2021, 2022, and 2023.

• City of Dubuque proposed wastewater infrastructure project
• Dyersville water and sewer utilities upgrade
• Cardinal-Hickory 345kV transmission line updates
• FY 2021, FY 2022, and FY 2023 budgets
• Towards a Universal Suffrage Exhibit update

Public Meeting

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

• Closed session to interview veterans

Public Meeting

The Catfish Creek Watershed Authority Board is meeting to review meeting minutes and specific action items. The board will also receive staff updates on the Plaza 20 project and a watershed video.

• Waldo October Invoice
• SQR Applications
• Cover Crop Applications
• Plaza 20 Project Update
• WFPO Public Input Meeting scheduled for January 19

Board of Supervisors

The Dubuque County Board of Supervisors will meet to vote on several resolutions including personnel hiring and equipment procurement. The board is also reviewing snow and ice removal agreements with two cities for the 2021-2022 winter season.

• Purchase of one 2022 John Deere 772G Motor Grader from Martin Equipment
• Snow and Ice Removal 28E Agreement with the City of Bernard
• Snow and Ice Removal 28E Agreement with the City of Sherrill
• Sunnycrest Manor Mandatory Vaccination Policy
• Hiring of deputies, assistants and clerks

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will vote on road resurfacing plans and funding for Sundown Road. They are also deciding on snow removal agreements with Balltown and Rickardsville and the approval of several final plats.

• Appropriation of $20,000 for services recommended by the Dubuque Food Policy Council
• HMA resurfacing plans and Federal-Aid SWAP Funding for Sundown Road (Project STBG-SWAP-C031(113)--FG-31)
• Snow and Ice Removal 28E Agreements with the City of Balltown and City of Rickardsville
• Final Plat approvals for Bockenstedt Estates Plat 3, Country View Acres, and Spring Valley Heights Subdivision No. 1
• Public hearings for Zoning Ordinance amendments regarding rezoning cases and Chapter 1

Conservation Board

The Dubuque County Conservation Board will discuss improvements to Swiss Valley Park and set recreational user fees for 2022. The board will also review an Eagle Scout project proposal and a grant application for wildlife habitat stamps.

• Swiss Valley Park Improvements Project Contract A
• Swiss Valley Park Improvements Project Contract B
• 2022 Recreational User Fees
• Wildlife Habitat Stamp Development Grant Application
• FY 2021 Annual Report

Public Meeting

The Dubuque Metropolitan Area Solid Waste Agency Board of Directors will decide on financial reserve allocations and the refinancing of Series 2014 Bonds. The board will also consider awarding a contract for the Maintenance Shop Roof Replacement Project and adopting a new hunting policy for agency lands.

• Refinancing of Series 2014 Bonds
• Awarding of Maintenance Shop Roof Replacement Project contract
• Agreement with HDR Engineering, Inc. for IDNR landfill disposal permit renewal
• Adoption of Policy 1.09 – Hunting on Agency Owned Lands
• 30 Day Notice to Richland Center Renewable Energy regarding contract default

Public Meeting

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

• Closed session to interview veterans

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review budget guidance and funding requests. The meeting includes discussions on the number of board members and an update on a Mental Health Court proposal.

• BOH By-Laws regarding the number of board members
• Budget guidance from the Budget Director
• Budget funding requests
• Mental Health Court proposal update
• COVID-19 update

Zoning

The Dubuque County Zoning Commission will consider several final plats and rezoning applications. The body is also scheduled to discuss an update to the Zoning Code.

• Rezoning from A-1 Agricultural to A-2 Agricultural Residential for Knuth Farms Inc and Amanda Schlemme (ZC#11-24-21)
• Rezoning from A-1 Agricultural to A-2 Agricultural Residential for Philip & Colleen McCarthy (ZC#11-25-21)
• Rezoning from A-1 Agricultural to A-2 Agricultural Residential for Nathan Kutsch (ZC#11-26-21)
• Rezoning from A-1 Agricultural to A-2 Agricultural Residential for Steven & Dawn Wilwert and Eric Lahey (ZC#11-27-21)
• Final plat approvals for Dietz Farm Subdivision Plat 6, Mayme Place #2, Clifford South Mound Addition Plat 2, and Wilert Farm Subdivision

Board of Supervisors

The Dubuque County Library District Board of Trustees will meet to review financial reports and the FY23 budget. The board will also address collective bargaining and provide an update on the Farley Branch.

• FY23 Budget discussion
• Collective Bargaining
• Farley Branch update
• Review of accounts payable and account balances

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will consider a budget amendment for FY22 and two zoning changes. The meeting includes approvals for three final plats and a resolution regarding tax abatements on government-owned parcels.

• Public hearing for FY22 Budget Amendment 1 and Appropriations Amendment 1
• Public hearing for ZC#10-22-21: Sandra Rolwes Trust and Richard Rolwes Jr. (Agricultural to Rural Residential)
• Public hearing for ZC#10-23-21: Greg & Roxanne Wille and Miles & Jamie Wille (Agricultural to Agricultural Residential)
• Final Plat approvals for Decker Acres No. 2, Ellerbach Place Plat 2, and Rolling Hills Farm Subdivision Plat 2
• Resolution to approve tax abatements on government owned parcels

Food Policy Council

The Dubuque County Food Policy Council is meeting to receive community and planner updates. The council will consider the budget and job description for a full-time position for fiscal year 2023.

• Consideration of FY23 full-time job description and budget approval
• Updates on Food Hub and Local Policy subcommittees
• Updates on Grants and Community Outreach & Empowerment subcommittees
• Review of Local Foods Planner Contract

Public Meeting

The Dubuque County Historic Preservation Commission is holding a virtual worksession. The body will work on outlines for three selected presentation topics.

• Outline for 'Ballrooms & Bands' presentation
• Outline for 'How to research your home’s history & common restoration issues' presentation
• Outline for 'MidCentury Modern in Dubuque County & historical significance of the structures' presentation

Zoning

The Dubuque County Zoning Board of Adjustment will meet to hold a public hearing regarding a variance request. The board will also review minutes from the October 5, 2021 meeting.

• Public hearing for BA#11-39-21 Peosta Properties LLC - Variance

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will review grant recommendations for Fire and EMS and reimbursement claims for D.A.R.E. The meeting includes decisions on two 28E agreements and a wine permit. A work session will address COVID updates and MHDS-ARPA applications.

• FY22 Tom Hancock Memorial Fire and EMS Grant Recommendations
• D.A.R.E. 1st quarter reimbursement claim
• Electronic Services System 28E Agreement and Amendment
• EB Lyons 28E agreement
• Class WCN wine permit for Barrel Head Winery

Public Meeting

The Mental Health/Disability Services of the East Central Region Governing Board met to approve financial reports, reimbursement requests, and service contracts. The board focused on expanding brain health services and managing regional fund balance projects.

• Approved $194,880 for the Community Foundation of Greater Dubuque for brain health needs
• Approved $23,326 for Bremer County projects, including $22,326 for All In Mentoring in Waverly
• Approved August claims totaling $1,300,209.80
• Approved contracts for Foundation Crisis Stabilization Community Based Services and technical services with berganKDV
• Approved funding for the Mental Wellbeing Project for the remainder of FY22

Board of Supervisors

The Dubuque County Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings regarding amendments to the Zoning Ordinance and the FY22 Budget Amendment 1. The Board will also consider personnel hiring and a contract for stray animal services.

• Public hearing for Amendments to Zoning Ordinance
• Public hearing for FY22 Budget Amendment 1
• Contract with Dubuque Regional Humane Society for stray animal services
• Duplicate warrants for Iowa Crime Scene ($500) and Ricoh ($241.91)
• Resolution to approve hiring of deputies, assistants and clerks

Conservation Board

The Dubuque County Conservation Board is conducting public hearings on plans and costs for two Swiss Valley Park improvement projects. The board will also consider bids for vehicle replacement, trail resurfacing, and dredging.

• Public hearing for Swiss Valley Park Site Improvements Project (Contract A)
• Public hearing for Swiss Valley Park Landscape Improvements Project (Contract B)
• 28E Agreement for maintenance of Mines of Spain Recreation Area
• Bids for Heritage Trail limestone resurfacing and Massey Marina upper harbor dredging
• Acceptance of property from Iowa Natural Heritage Foundation (Lot 2 of McCarthy Place)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will receive updates on COVID-19 and the MercyOne Mobile Clinic. The body will also review reports from the VNA and a WIC quarterly update.

• COVID-19 Update
• MercyOne Mobile Clinic discussion
• WIC Quarterly Update report
• VNA Report

Public Meeting

The Dubuque County Library District Board of Trustees will meet to review financial reports and the director's report. The board will discuss a planning contribution request for Farley FEH and a face mask policy.

• Farley FEH planning contribution request
• Face mask policy
• Farley Branch update

Zoning

The Dubuque County Zoning Commission will consider the approval of six final plats for various subdivisions. The body will also review two requests to rezone agricultural land to residential use and discuss updates to the Zoning Code.

• Final Plat approvals for Decker Acres No. 2, Spring Valley Heights Subdivision No. 1, Stone Quarry Subdivision Plat 4, Ellerbach Place Plat 2, Zewen Acres Plat 2, and Country View Acres
• Rezoning request ZC#10-22-21: Sandra Rolwes Trust and Richard Rolwes Jr. from A-1 Agricultural to R-1 Rural Residential
• Rezoning request ZC#10-23-21: Greg & Roxanne Wille and Miles & Jamie Wille from A-1 Agricultural to A-2 Agricultural Residential
• Discussion on Zoning Code Update

Board of Supervisors

The Dubuque County Board of Supervisors will review right-of-way documents for a road project and employment contracts for the County Engineer and a shared surveyor. The board is also deciding on the creation of two full-time Deputy Sheriff positions.

• Right of way documents for Northwest Arterial/D10/S John Deere Rd project HDP-C031(110)--3C-31
• 28E agreement with Delaware County for a shared Licensed Surveyor position
• Employment contract and agreement with the County Engineer
• Approval of two full-time Deputy Sheriff positions
• 2022 Weed Commissioner's Certification Form and 2021 Report

Public Meeting

The Board is meeting to address action items regarding streambank restoration and invoices. Staff will also lead discussions on SRF funding allocation and a watershed video.

• Waldo September Invoice
• Plaza 20 streambank restoration project
• Swiss Valley Streambank Project
• Budget discussion regarding SRF Funding Allocation
• Watershed Video

Mental Health and Disability Services

The Disabilities Council of Dubuque County is meeting to review minutes from September 14, 2021. The session includes discussions on strategic planning and values led by Tom Thompson.

• Approval of September 14, 2021 minutes
• Strategic planning discussion
• Discussion on values

Zoning

The Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to discuss amendments to various sections of the Chapter 1 Zoning Ordinance. Proposed changes include revisions to definitions, general provisions, and rules for manufactured housing. The meeting also includes a proposal to add a new section regarding utility-scale solar energy systems.

• Public hearing on Chapter 1-Ordinance Amendments
• Revision of Part 6 regarding manufactured housing, mobile home parks, and RV parks
• Proposed new Section 1-19 for utility-scale solar energy systems
• Amendments to Part 4 (Traffic, Parking and Access) and Part 8 (Telecommunication Towers)

Board of Supervisors

The Dubuque County Board of Supervisors will conduct public hearings regarding three rezoning requests. The Board will also consider resolutions for personnel hiring, an elections security policy, and intergovernmental agreements.

• Public hearing ZC#09-18-21: River City Stone Company and Robert Miller (A-1 Agricultural to M-1 Light Industrial)
• Public hearing ZC#09-19-21: Paul & Sue Kemp, Mac Trailer Sales Inc and Jody Neuwohner (R-2 Single Family Residential to B-2 Highway Business)
• Public hearing ZC#09-20-21: Herrig Family Trust/Ronald Herrig (A-1 Agricultural to A-2 Agricultural Residential)
• Resolution to approve Final Plat - Sageville Farm No. 2
• Joint Agreement with the City of Dubuque for Dubuque Industrial Center Economic Development District Urban Renewal Area

Food Policy Council

The council is meeting to discuss a structural overview of the Strategic Plan and Assessment. Members will review data from the Rooted Dinner and discuss an upcoming survey from the County Clerk.

• Rooted Dinner data recap
• Strategic Plan and Assessment structural overview
• County Clerk upcoming survey
• Updates from six subcommittees including Grants and Food Hub

Public Meeting

The Dubuque County Veterans Affairs Commission will hold a bimonthly meeting. The agenda consists of procedural items and a closed session to interview veterans.

• Closed session to interview veterans

Zoning

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings for four variance requests and one special use permit. The board will also vote to approve the minutes from the September 7, 2021 meeting.

• BA#10-34-21 Randy & Nicole Cate - Variance
• BA#10-35-21 James & Christianne Willis - Variance
• BA#10-36-21 Joseph Fluhr - Variance
• BA#10-37-21 Anthony & Alison Kurt - Special Use Permit
• BA#10-38-21 Anthony & Alison Kurt - Variance

Board of Supervisors

The Dubuque County Board of Supervisors will meet to vote on several resolutions, including personnel hiring and grant extensions. The board will also review liquor permits and hold multiple work sessions regarding roads, budget, and IT infrastructure.

• Resolution to approve hiring of deputies, assistants and clerks
• 28E agreement with Delaware County for a shared Licensed Surveyor position
• Wine permit for Sunset Ridge Winery, LLC and liquor license for Harvey's Airline Inn, LTD
• Grant extensions for Methamphetamine Drug and Anti-Heroin programs
• Work session to discuss conduit purchase opportunity for SW Arterial

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will conduct a public hearing regarding amendments to the Zoning Ordinance. The body will also consider equipment and service purchases and review city annexation filings.

• Public hearing for Amendments to Zoning Ordinance
• Purchase of one 2021 Walk ’n’ Roll Retriever from LyCox Enterprises, Inc.
• Contract with Kucera International for digital photography
• Class BB beer permit for Mid Mart
• City of Dubuque Annexation filings for 156.25 Acres and 51.56 Acres

Conservation Board

The Dubuque County Conservation Board is meeting to consider easement agreements and bid awards for infrastructure projects. The board will also review special event applications and set 2022 fees for the Heritage Trail.

• Purchase agreement and easement for John Deere Rd. Build Grant project
• Easement agreement for MVEC electric/telecommunication facilities
• Bid award for Heritage Trail Bridge #1 replacement
• Permission to solicit bids for North Patrol truck replacement and Heritage Trail limestone surfacing
• Setting Heritage Trail fees for 2022

Public Meeting

The Mental Health/Disability Services of the East Central Region Governing Board is meeting to review financial reports and claims. The board will consider approvals for fund balance projects in Bremer and Dubuque counties, as well as a technical services contract with berganKDV.

• Bremer Co. Fund Balance Projects
• Dubuque Co. Fund Balance Project
• berganKDV Technical Services Contract
• Foundation 2 CSCBS Contract
• Discussion on ARPA uses across the region

Public Meeting

The Dubuque Soil & Water Conservation District is meeting to receive staff updates on watershed and soil programs. The body will discuss the WFPO Project with JEO Engineering and the need for survey/design technicians in Dubuque County.

• Soil and Water Outcome Fund Review
• Truterra Program Review
• Eco-System Services Review
• WFPO Project – JEO Engineering
• CRP Rental Rates – Buffer Program Discussion

Public Meeting

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

• Closed session to interview veterans

Public Meeting

The Dubuque Metropolitan Area Solid Waste Agency Board of Directors will discuss FY2022 budget carryover amendments and waste minimization grant applications. The board is also reviewing host agreements for compost bunkers with the cities of Cascade and Epworth.

• Resolution for FY2022 budget carry-overs, transfers, and re-appropriation of funds
• Compost Bunker Host Agreements with the City of Cascade
• Compost Bunker Host Agreements with the City of Epworth
• Approval of Waste Minimization Grant Applications for the first FY2022 filing period
• Review of August 2021 operating statements and Tonnage Report

Zoning

The Dubuque County Zoning Commission will consider five plat approvals and three rezoning cases. The body will also discuss an update to the Zoning Code.

• Final Plats for Sageville Farm No. 2, Bockenstedt Estates Plat 3, Rolling Hills Farm Subdivision Plat 2, and Turnis Place Plat 2
• Preliminary Plat for Country View Estates Plat 2
• ZC#09-18-21: River City Stone Company and Robert Miller request to change A-1 Agricultural to M-1 Light Industrial
• ZC#09-19-21: Paul & Sue Kemp, Mac Trailer Sales Inc and Jody Neuwohner request to change R-2 Single Family Residential to B-2 Highway Business
• ZC#09-20-21: Herrig Family Trust/Ronald Herrig request to change A-1 Agricultural to A-2 Agricultural Residential

Public Meeting

The Dubuque County Library District Board of Trustees will meet to review financial reports and the director's report. The board will discuss a new school library card initiative and the current face mask policy.

• School library card initiative with Dubuque Schools and Carnegie-Stout
• Face mask policy
• Farley Branch update
• Review of accounts payable and account balances

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will vote on a plat for the Dostal Subdivision and a lease for winter equipment parking. The meeting includes a reimbursement agreement for the John Deere Roundabout Project and appointments to three county commissions.

• Approval of Final Plat for Dostal Subdivision
• Lease agreement with Greg and Roxanne Wille for winter equipment parking
• ITC Reimbursement Agreement for John Deere Roundabout Project area
• Appointments to Eminent Domain Compensation Commission, Equal Opportunity Committee, and Investment Policy Advisory
• Work session regarding potential federal vaccination mandates and mask use in County facilities

Public Meeting

The Sunnycrest Manor Advisory Board will meet to review administrator and financial reports. The session includes a general discussion regarding Sunnycrest Manor and a period for public comment.

• Review of August 12, 2021 meeting minutes
• Administrator Report
• Financial Report
• General discussion regarding Sunnycrest Manor

Board of Health

The Dubuque County Board of Health will meet via Zoom to receive a COVID-19 update and reports from the Food Policy Council. The board is scheduled to review the Country View Estates plat approval.

• Country View Estates Plat Approval

Public Meeting

The Catfish Creek Watershed Authority Board is meeting to review invoices and project updates. The board will discuss available SRF funding for the budget and the Plaza 20 project at N Fork Catfish Creek.

• Waldo July and August invoices
• City of Peosta Ravine Stabilization Project
• Budget discussion regarding available SRF funding
• Plaza 20 – N Fork Catfish Creek Project

Public Meeting

The Disabilities Council of Dubuque County will meet to review a draft mission statement and hold a work session on its strategic plan. The meeting includes a guest presentation from Caprice Jones of Fountain of Youth.

• Review of Mission Statement Draft
• Work session on Strategic Plan
• Guest speaker Caprice Jones from Fountain of Youth

Board of Supervisors

The Dubuque County Board of Supervisors is meeting to review a final plat for a residential development. The Board will also consider a resolution to hire deputies, assistants, and clerks.

• Resolution to approve Final Plat for Country View Estates
• Resolution to approve the hiring of deputies, assistants and clerks

Public Meeting

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

• Closed session to interview veterans

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will decide on placing a bond referendum on the November 2, 2021 election ballot and creating related funding policies. The meeting also includes decisions on personnel requisitions and a duplicate warrant payment.

• Resolution to place a bond referendum on the November 2, 2021 election ballot
• Resolution to create funding policies for the proposed Water & Land Legacy bond
• Duplicate Warrant for Vrban Fire Protection in the amount of $5,639.00
• Personnel requisitions for two full-time Clerk IV positions and one Clerk III for the Treasurer's office
• Resolution to approve the hiring of deputies, assistants and clerks

Food Policy Council

The Food Policy Council will meet to discuss updates regarding its strategic plan and various subcommittees. The body is also scheduled to consider the approval of new ex-officio members from ISU Extension.

• Approval of new ex-officio members from ISU Extension
• Strategic Plan update
• Subcommittee updates for Grants, Community Outreach & Empowerment, Food Hub, Local Policy, and Food Systems Conversations

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is meeting to approve several final subdivision plats and personnel requisitions. The agenda includes decisions on road travel restrictions for a truck cruise and various inter-agency agreements.

• Final Plat approvals for Circle Ridge Subdivision Plat 4, Ridge View Acres, and Schmitt Estates
• Temporary delayed travel restrictions on county roads August 28th for the 13th Annual Volga City Truck Cruise Ride
• Personnel requisitions for a full time Environmental Specialist, two Clerk IV positions, Township Trustees, and Township Clerks
• Agreement with Western Dubuque Community School District for D.A.R.E. School Resource Officer funding
• Lease with the City of Dubuque for the Juvenile Court Services department

Conservation Board

The Dubuque County Conservation Board is meeting to discuss infrastructure projects and land use. Key items include a public hearing on a bridge replacement and site reuse plans for a former Flexsteel site.

• Public hearing on plans, specifications, and estimated cost for Heritage Trail Bridge No. 1 replacement
• Site reuse recommendations for former Flexsteel site regarding brownfields, wetlands, and Heritage Trail improvements
• Review of Finley's Landing dredging bids
• Review of Greens mower bids
• Discussion of Swiss Valley stream restoration final design, permitting, and bidding for Catfish Creek

Public Meeting

The Mental Health/Disability Services of the East Central Region Governing Board is meeting to review July financial claims and reports. The board will consider actions regarding county reimbursements and specific service contracts.

• 4th Qtr. County Reimbursements
• Delaware Co. Fund Balance Project
• Cozy Corner Contract and Rate Setting
• The Powers of Communication Contract
• Part-Time Children’s Navigator Proposal

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings on three requests to change agricultural land zoning. The meeting also includes votes on labor contracts for Secondary Roads, Courthouse, and Assistant County Attorney employees.

• Public hearing for ZC#06-12-21 Eldon & Kathleen Trumm: A-1 Agricultural to A-2 Agricultural Residential
• Public hearing for ZC#06-13-21 Norma Weber/Jodi Russell & Gary Weber, Executors and Marlene Weber: A-1 Agricultural to A-2 Agricultural Residential
• Public hearing for ZC#06-14-21 Robert & Leda Breiner: A-1 Agricultural to R-1 Rural Residential
• FY22-23 collective bargaining agreements for Teamsters Local 120 (Secondary Roads and Courthouse) and Assistant County Attorneys' Association
• Duplicate Warrant for Dubuque Fire Equipment in the amount of $360

Zoning

The Dubuque County Zoning Commission will meet to consider several final plats and rezoning applications. The body will discuss changing land use designations from agricultural to residential or agricultural residential.

• Final Plat for Ridge View Acres
• ZC#05-10-21: Dennis & Carol Schmitt request to change A-1 Agricultural to R-3 Single Family Residential
• Schmitt Estates Final Plat
• ZC#07-15-21: Larry & Sharon Spoerl and Tami LeClere request to change A-1 Agricultural to A-2 Agricultural Residential
• ZC#07-16-21: Thomas & Molly Brehm and John Hogan request to change A-1 Agricultural to A-2 Agricultural Residential

Board of Supervisors

The Dubuque County Board of Supervisors will review labor agreements for Secondary Roads employees and Assistant County Attorneys. The board is also deciding on the hiring of deputies, assistants, and clerks, as well as liquor licenses for the Fairgrounds and an MLB game in Dyersville.

• FY22-23 collective bargaining agreement with Teamsters Local 120 (Secondary Roads employees)
• FY22-23 collective bargaining agreement with Dubuque County Assistant County Attorneys' Association
• Resolution to approve hiring of deputies, assistants and clerks
• Class LC liquor license for Dubuque County Fairgrounds
• 5 day Class C liquor license for ARAMARK Sports and Entertainment Services, LLC for MLB game in Dyersville

Conservation Board

The Dubuque County Conservation Board is meeting to review planning and a letter of intent for a Flexsteel donation. The board will also discuss bridge inspections and updates for Heritage Trail Bridge No. 1.

• Flexsteel site reuse planning and donation letter of intent
• Heritage Trail Bridge No. 1 update
• Bridge inspection proposal for Heritage Trail
• Finley's Landing dredging
• Dubuque County Conservation Bond

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will consider three rezoning applications from A-1 Agricultural to either A-2 Agricultural Residential or R-1 Rural Residential. The body will also vote on personnel requisitions and administrative policies for county vehicles and cellular phones.

• Public hearing ZC#06-12-21: Eldon & Kathleen Trumm (A-1 to A-2)
• Public hearing ZC#06-13-21: Norma Weber/Jodi Russell & Gary Weber, Executors and Marlene Weber (A-1 to A-2)
• Public hearing ZC#06-14-21: Robert & Leda Breiner (A-1 to R-1)
• Final Plat approval for North Fork Maquoketa River Sub Plat 2
• Personnel requisitions for Outreach Coordinator and four TFT Election Clerks I & II

Food Policy Council

The Food Policy Council will meet to discuss strategic plan updates and receive reports from various committees. The meeting includes updates from a contracted vendor and community updates.

• Strategic Plan updates
• Contracted Vendor updates
• Committee updates for Grants, Community Outreach & Empowerment, Food Hub, Local Policy, and Food Systems Conversations
• Discussion of Farm to Table Event on September 5

Board of Health

The Dubuque County Board of Health will discuss COVID-19 updates and an American Rescue Plan Act funding proposal to restructure the Health Department. The board is also seeking recommendations and action on immunization incentives and immunizations at alcohol-focused venues.

• COVID-19 Immunization Incentive IMT Proposal
• Immunizations where Alcohol is the Primary Focus
• American Rescue Plan Act Funding Proposal for Health Department restructuring
• VNA Annual Report
• Grants to Counties Update

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is meeting to decide on personnel hiring, non-bargaining employee salaries for FY22, and several service agreements. The session includes discussions on American Rescue Plan Act funding and the DMATS 2050 Long Range Transportation Plan.

• FY22 salaries for non-bargaining county employees
• Amendment No. 2 to the 28E Funding Agreement with the City of Dubuque for the Southwest Arterial project
• Lease extension for 75 Locust St Dubuque IA 52001 with TFM Co
• Purchase of one 2021 John Deere Wacker Neuson Double Drum Roller from Martin Equipment
• Service agreement with The Howard E. Nyhart Company, Inc. for actuarial services

Zoning

The Dubuque County Zoning Board of Adjustment will meet to conduct public hearings regarding five variance requests. The board will also review previous meeting minutes and hear general public comments.

• Variance request BA#07-21-21: Andrew & Amy Francois
• Variance requests BA#07-22-21: Jim & Stacy Vize
• Hearing BA#07-23-21: Horsfield Materials Inc/River City Paving
• Variance request BA#07-24-21: Kent & Amanda Josvanger
• Variance requests BA#07-25-21: Adam & Stephanie Weirup

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing regarding zoning ordinance amendments. The meeting includes decisions on FY22 salaries for non-bargaining employees and deputies, as well as personnel requisitions.

• Public hearing for Amendments to Zoning Ordinance
• Resolution to approve FY22 salaries for non-bargaining county employees and deputies
• Resolution to approve Preliminary Plat for Ridgeview Acres
• Amendment No. 2 to the 28E Funding Agreement with the City of Dubuque for the Southwest Arterial project
• Addendum to the Agreement between Dubuque County/Board of Health and the Visiting Nurse Association

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will consider budget appropriations and transfers for FY22. The meeting includes a public hearing on flood plain management and votes on several office leases and fuel contracts.

• Public hearing on proposed amendment to Chapter 3 - Flood Plain Management ordinance
• FY22 Budget Appropriations and Budget Transfers
• Leases for DHS office space, Juvenile Court Services, and MH-DS department offices
• Fuel contracts with Mulgrew Oil co. and Demmer Oil Co. for the Secondary Road Department
• Letter of Agreement between Dubuque County and Major League Baseball

Conservation Board

The Dubuque County Conservation Board is meeting to discuss land acquisition and staffing. The board will review a body camera policy and a memorandum of understanding with the Dubuque Community School District regarding elementary science.

• Sageville land acquisition
• Memorandum of understanding for elementary science with Dubuque Community School District
• Body camera policy
• Request for permanent part-time outreach coordinator
• Permission to advertise for naturalist

Board of Health

The Dubuque County Board of Health will meet to discuss COVID-19 updates and grants to counties. The board is scheduled to take action regarding the number of board members. Other items include reviewing reports and determining the frequency and format of future meetings.

• Action on the number of Board of Health members
• COVID-19 update
• VNA Nurse Payment Rate Contract report
• SASC Report
• Grants to Counties update

Zoning

The Dubuque County Zoning Commission is meeting to approve final plats and consider rezoning cases. The body will review land divisions in Center and Mosalem Townships and rezoning requests in Dubuque Township.

• Final Plat of Survey of Vize Place #2 in Center Township
• Final Plat of Survey of Weinschenk Place in Mosalem Township
• ZC#05-10-21: Plat approval for Schmitt Estates in Dubuque Township
• ZC#05-11-21: Rezoning request for Timothy Kendrick Trust and Kirby Kendrick from A-1 Agricultural to PC Planned Complex

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is meeting to approve several resolutions regarding public safety communications and county transportation. The session includes decisions on subdivision plats and personnel requisitions.

• Approval of Final Plats for Hoeger Farm Subdivision and Weinschenk Place
• Support for Fiscal Year 2022 Rural County Transportation Program (RCTP) projects list
• Approval of the final acceptance of public safety communications system
• Temporary closure of Tollgate Road
• Correction Officer FY22 wage scale agreement with Deputy Sheriffs' Association

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will discuss updates to the Chapter 3 Flood Plain ordinance and the purchase of real estate in a closed session. The body is also deciding on several grant applications and the approval of two subdivision plats.

• Public hearing notice for Chapter 3 Flood Plain ordinance
• Final Plat approvals for Grobstick's Subdivision Plat 2 and Vize Place #2
• Contract with Regional Transit Authority for Sunnycrest Manor transportation
• FY22 Byrne Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) and D.A.R.E. grant applications
• Audit approval for Eide Bailly

Board of Health

The Board of Health will receive a presentation on water quality monitoring and the role of the board. The meeting also includes a COVID-19 update and a discussion on future meeting schedules.

• Water testing presentation by Adam Hoffmann and Collin Dolphin
• Discussion on the role of the Board of Health led by Becky Nowachek (IDPH)
• COVID-19 update
• Review of board resignations
• Planning for future meeting schedule and format

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will meet virtually to vote on several resolutions, including a three-year audit contract and a tax abatement for the City of Dubuque. The meeting includes work sessions regarding the Chapter 3 Floodplain Ordinance and the ECR Regional Budget.

• Three year audit contract with Eide Bailly
• Amended administrative services contract with ECIA for the Dean FEMA buyout project
• City of Dubuque tax abatement
• Beer permit for the Epworth Sportsmen's Gun Club
• Personnel requisitions for PFT Co-Director of Nursing, Clinical Scheduler, and Deputy Auditor-Accounts Payable

Zoning

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will meet via Zoom to consider several land-use requests. The board will review applications for special use permits and variances.

• Special use permit for Greg & Mindy Milbert (BA#05-10-21)
• Variance for Jared & Rachel Hammerand (BA# 06-17-21)
• Variances for Mike Hodge & Annette Hall (BA# 06-18-21)
• Variances for Scott & Karen Brown (BA# 06-19-21)
• Special use permit for Matthew Mescher/Verizon Wireless (BA# 06-20-21)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will consider budget and appropriation amendments for fiscal year 2021. The meeting includes decisions on vehicle purchases and a road closure for a fire department anniversary. The Board will also hold work sessions regarding 911 towers and county building re-openings.

• Public hearing and vote on FY21 Budget Amendment #4
• Purchase of three 2021 pickup trucks from Turpin Dodge of Dubuque
• Approval of Final Plat for Dietz Farm Subdivision Plat 5
• Temporary road closure of Holy Cross Road (Y13) for Farley Fire Department and EMS
• Services contract between Dubuque County Food Policy Council and Limestone Bluff

Conservation Board

The Dubuque County Conservation Board is meeting to adopt new purchasing card and procurement policies. The board will also consider a de minimis impact finding for the Proving Ground Recreation Area.

• Adoption of Dubuque County Purchasing Card Policy
• Adoption of Dubuque County Procurement Policy
• De minimis impact finding for Proving Ground Recreation Area at West John Deere Rd

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review current COVID-19 guidelines and receive a presentation from the Food Policy Council. The meeting also includes standard procedural items and a period for public comment.

• COVID-19 guidelines update
• Food Policy Council presentation

Zoning

The Dubuque County Zoning Commission is meeting to consider several final and preliminary plats. The body will also discuss two rezoning cases to change land use from agricultural to residential or planned complex.

• Final Plats for Vize Place #2, Weinschenk Place, Dostal Subdivision, and Graf Station Plat 2
• Preliminary Plat for Ridge View Acres
• ZC#05-10-21: Rezoning request from Dennis & Carol Schmitt to change A-1 Agricultural to R-3 Single Family Residential
• ZC#05-11-21: Rezoning request from Timothy Kendrick Trust and Kirby Kendrick to change A-1 Agricultural to PC Planned Complex
• Final Plat for Schmitt Estates

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is meeting to approve personnel hiring and a pavement marking contract with Fahrner Asphalt LLC. The session includes discussions on American Rescue Plan Act funding and a staffing proposal for the Sheriff's department.

• Contract with Fahrner Asphalt LLC for pavement marking paint for the Secondary Road Department
• Resolution to approve the hiring of deputies, assistants and clerks
• MOU with the City of Dubuque to terminate the Point of Delivery facility at the Grand River Center
• Request for Qualifications for the Watershed and Flood Prevention Operations (WFPO) Plan
• Work session to discuss American Rescue Plan Act funding

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is meeting to discuss and potentially take action regarding the County mask mandate. The body will also consider a motion to approve a notice of public hearing for a mask mandate ordinance.

• Discussion and possible action on County mask mandate
• Motion to approve Notice of Public Hearing for mask mandate ordinance

Zoning

The Zoning Commission is meeting to discuss updates to the zoning code. The session includes a specific discussion regarding the A-2 Agricultural Residential Zoning District.

• Discussion on A-2 Agricultural Residential Zoning District
• Discussion on Zoning Code Update

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on a zoning request for the William Lawler property and discuss a budget amendment. The body is also reviewing several road project agreements and a shared services agreement with the City of Dubuque.

• Public hearing for ZC#03-09-21 to change William Lawler property from Agricultural to Single Family Residential
• Notice of Public Hearing for FY21 Budget Amendment #4
• Master Co-location and Shared Services Agreement between Dubuque County and the City of Dubuque
• Temporary travel restrictions on county roads for the 2021 Field of Dreams Event (August 11-14, 2021)
• Approval of final plats for Lawler Farm, Farnear Holsteins, and Heritage Acres

Food Policy Council

The Food Policy Council will meet to hear a presentation from Jack Jelen and discuss a food systems proposal. The agenda also includes ex officio appointments and updates on contracts of services.

• Presentation from Jack Jelen
• Food Systems Proposal
• Ex Officio Appointments
• Contract of Services Updates

Board of Health

The Dubuque County Board of Health will review a contracted service for the Food Policy Council and receive a COVID-19 update. The board is also scheduled to discuss the Health Improvement Plan based on IDPH recommendations.

• Food Policy Council contracted service action item
• COVID-19 update
• County Health Needs Assessment – Health Improvement Plan schedule
• Food Policy Council presentation and discussion

Zoning

The Dubuque County Zoning Board of Adjustment will meet to consider several special use permits and variances. The board will also review and approve minutes from the April 6, 2021 meeting.

• BA#05-10-21 Greg & Mindy Milbert special use permit
• BA#05-11-21 McDermott Propane LLC special use permit
• BA#05-12-21 Maquoketa Valley Electric Cooperative variance
• BA#05-13-21 Ethan Pfeiler special use permit
• BA#05-14-21 and BA#05-15-21 Kevin & Lisa Erickson special use permit and variance

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will meet virtually to consider a revolving loan for a fire department and review fuel quotes for Secondary Roads. The session includes several work sessions regarding road permits, fiber agreements, and American Rescue Plan Act funding.

• Resolution to approve Revolving Loan for the Dyersville Farmer's Community Fire Dept
• Request for Quotes for Secondary Roads fuel
• Discussion on Pfab Trucking exemption permit for Monastery Rd
• Work session on American Rescue Plan Act funding
• Closed session to discuss the purchase of real estate

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will conduct a public hearing regarding amendments to the Zoning Ordinance. The meeting also includes the review of bids for road maintenance and the approval of several land plats.

• Public hearing for Amendments to Zoning Ordinance
• Approval of Final Plats for KSSB Acres, Mark Urbain Acres, and Regan Farm Subdivision
• Bids for 2021 culvert replacements, pavement marking paint, and maintenance rock
• Clover Lane Road Reconstruction Sharing 28E Agreement with the City of Asbury
• Notice of intent to purchase radio towers

Board of Health

The Board of Health is meeting to review the current mask resolution and receive updates on COVID-19 vaccinations. The body will also discuss a contracted service for the Food Policy Council and welcome a new member.

• Review of mask resolution update
• Immunization Committee vaccine presentation by Dr. H. Schultz
• Food Policy Council contracted service discussion
• Welcome of new member Amy Crow Sunleaf
• COVID-19 update including vaccination rates for residents 16+ and 65+

Zoning

The Dubuque County Zoning Commission will consider the approval of five final subdivision plats. The body will also discuss a request to rezone land from agricultural to single-family residential.

• Plat of Survey of Lot 1-1 and Lot 2-1 of Heritage Acres (Dodge Township)
• Plat of Survey of Lot 1 and Lot 2 of KSSB Acres (Vernon Township)
• Plat of Survey of Lot 1 and Lot 2 of Dostal Subdivision (Dubuque Township)
• Plat of Survey of Lot 1 and Lot 2 of Farnear Holsteins Subdivision (Taylor Township)
• ZC#03-09-21: William Lawler request to rezone A-1 Agricultural to R-2 Single Family Residential

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will review requests for quotes for three pickup trucks and vote on administrative policies for purchasing and procurement. The meeting includes resolutions regarding staff hiring and a child support staffing contract.

• Request for Quotes for three 2021 model year pickup trucks
• Resolution to approve County Purchasing Card Administrative Policy
• Resolution to approve County Procurement Administrative Policy
• Resolution to approve third amendment to Child Support County Staffing Contract
• Personnel requisition for Deputy Sheriff - Jail Division

Conservation Board

The Dubuque County Conservation Board is meeting to review special event applications and trail maintenance projects. The board will consider proposals for the Heritage Trail and authorization to hire trail crew staff.

• Heritage Trail Bridge No. 1 professional services proposal
• Heritage Trail fence replacement
• DMATS Transportation Alternatives Program for Heritage Trail hard surfacing
• COVID-19 Relief Recreational Trails Program for Heritage Trail hard surfacing
• Permission to advertise for one trail crew leader and four trail crew members

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings on two rezoning requests and vote on several road construction contracts. The meeting also includes the approval of five final plats and various board appointments.

• Public hearing ZC#03-08-21: Agricultural to R-2 Single Family Residential for KSSB Revocable Trust/Gerald Connolly and Mike Weber
• Public hearing ZC#03-07-21: Agricultural to A-2 Agricultural Residential for Martin & Mary Langel and Jerome Riniker
• Road resurfacing contracts with Mathy Construction for Horseshoe Rd, N Cascade Rd, Military Rd, Schueller Heights Rd, Kemp Rd, and Kane Rd
• PCC overlay contract with Horsfield Construction Inc. for Roller Coaster Rd and N Cascade Rd
• Approval of final plats for Fox Ridge #2, Keller Acres, Lynch Industrial Subdivision, Ridgeway Subdivision, and Wildcat Third Addition

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review updates on COVID-19 vaccinations, including plans for at-risk populations and a proposal for a billboard. The body will also discuss brain health and 2022 grants for the Food Policy Council.

• COVID-19 at-risk population vaccination plan
• Billboard proposal for COVID-19
• Younkers POD discussion
• Food Policy Council 2022 grants
• Brain health presentation by Chris Corken and Peter Supple

Food Policy Council

The Dubuque County Food Policy Council is meeting to discuss a Request for Proposals (RFP) recommendation. The council will consider approving a contract and sending the related information to the Board of Health.

• Approval to pursue contract and send RFP recommendation to Board of Health

Zoning

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will meet to review three specific land-use requests. The board will consider variance requests and one special use permit application.

• BA#04-07-21: Marty & Robin Gibbs variances
• BA#04-08-21: Paul Becker/2020 Livestock Inc special use permit
• BA#04-09-21: Gregory Freiburger variance

Zoning

The Dubuque County Zoning Board of Adjustment will meet to review five specific land-use requests. The board will consider variance requests and special use permits during scheduled public hearings.

• BA#02-02-21 Kevin & Joann Herrig variances
• BA#02-03-21 Robbie & Lindsey Culbertson variance
• BA#02-04-21 Zachary Dunkel special use permit
• BA#02-05-21 Zachary Dunkel variances
• BA#02-06-21 David & Diane Corbin/USCOC of Greater Iowa LLC special use permit

Food Policy Council

The Dubuque County Food Policy Council is holding a special meeting to discuss a Request for Proposals (RFP) for a Local Foods Policy Coordinator.

• Local Foods Policy Coordinator RFP

Board of Health

The Board of Health is meeting to conduct a public hearing and take possible action on a mask resolution. The board will also discuss COVID-19 updates and funding requests for vaccination expenses.

• Public hearing and possible action on Mask Resolution
• Possible action on Vaccination P.O.D. Expenses
• COVID-19 funding requests

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is reviewing bids for road and bridge work and holding a public hearing on grade and pave improvements for John Deere Road. The body is also deciding on tax abatements and the hiring of county personnel.

• Public hearing for Iowa DOT Project No. HDP-C031(110)--6B-31 and STBG-SWAP-C031(112)--FG-31 (John Deere Road)
• Bids for HMA resurfacing on Cedar Ridge Rd and bridge replacement on Hidden Valley Rd
• Quotes for a heavy duty tandem axle truck and snow equipment for Secondary Roads Department
• Resolution to approve tax abatements for the City of Dubuque and the Order of the Trappistine Sisters
• Resolution to approve the hiring of deputies, assistants and clerks

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will meet virtually via Zoom. The agenda includes the approval of the notice of publication for the proposed property tax levy for fiscal year 2022.

• Proposed Property Tax Levy for FY22

Conservation Board

The Board will review the January 21, 2021 minutes and approved bills. The agenda includes discussions regarding a bridge replacement and various partnership or concessionaire agreements.

• Award bid for Heritage Trail Bridge 15 replacement
• EB Lyons partnership agreement
• Massey concessionaire agreement

Board of Health

The Dubuque County Board of Health will meet to discuss COVID-19 updates and funding requests. The board is considering actions regarding contract extensions for an isolation facility and an alternate care site, as well as vaccination P.O.D. expenses.

• Action on Alternate Care Site extension
• Action on Isolation Facility Contract extension
• Possible action on Vaccination P.O.D. Expenses
• Notice of Mask Resolution Public Hearing scheduled for Feb. 24, 2021

Zoning

The Dubuque County Zoning Commission will consider several rezoning requests and plat approvals. The body will also discuss updates to the Zoning Code.

• Final Plat of Survey of Gibbs Subdivision in Taylor Township
• Final Plat of Survey of Dietz Farm Subdivision Plat 5 in Center Township
• Final Plat of Survey of Hoeger Farm Subdivision in New Wine Township
• Rezoning requests for properties owned by William & Dianne Ernzen and Jeff & Barb Bergfeld, Coates Development and Ryan & Jessi Coates, David & Rose Schneider, and Trappistine Nuns/Sister Myra Hill
• Discussion on Zoning Code Update

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is meeting to discuss road projects and personnel hiring. The body will consider a public hearing notice for the Secondary Roads Five Year Construction Program and approve plans for resurfacing on English Mill Rd.

• HMA resurfacing on English Mill Rd, Project LOST-22(01)--73-31
• Notice of Public Hearing for FY2021 and FY2022 Secondary Roads Five Year Construction Program amendments
• Resolution to approve hiring of deputies, assistants and clerks
• Approval of Final Plat-Lot 1-2 & Lot 2-2 Schueller Homestead
• MOU with the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program for volunteer services

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will conduct a budget worksession to discuss and potentially take action on the FY21 and FY22 budgets. The session includes reviews of fund balances and the levy rate.

• Hillcrest presentation on MHDD fund balance project request
• Community Foundation presentation on MHDD fund balance project request
• Discussion on full budget, fund balances, and levy rate

Board of Health

The Board of Health will discuss and consider action on a proposed resolution regarding face coverings. The resolution would require individuals aged three and older to wear masks in various public settings if social distancing is not possible.

• Discussion and possible action on proposed Mask Mandate Resolution
• Notice of Public Hearing scheduled for February 24, 2021

Board of Supervisors

The Dubuque County Veterans Affairs Commission is meeting to conduct interviews with veterans. The session includes a public comment period and the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Closed session to interview veterans

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will consider two zoning changes to industrial designations and the approval of three final plats. The meeting also includes decisions on personnel hiring and the reallocation of COVID CDBG funds.

• Public hearing ZC#01-01-21: R-1, R-4, and B-2 to M-1 Industrial (Kordell Properties, Broadview Court LLC and Mary Ferring)
• Public hearing ZC#01-02-21: A-1 Agricultural to M-1 Industrial (Jeffrey & Wanda Pape)
• Approval of Final Plats for Brehm Acres, Clifford's Addition (Lot 1-5 & Lot 2-5), and Heller Subdivision Plat 3
• Resolution to approve reallocation of COVID CDBG Funds
• Personnel requisition for permanent full time Receptionist for Sunnycrest Manor

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is conducting a budget worksession to discuss and potentially take action on the FY21 and FY22 budgets. The meeting includes departmental presentations and discussions on funding and structure.

• Soil & Water project funding discussion
• MHDD departmental presentation
• Discussion on County leased spaces
• General Assistance department structure and budget discussion

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will conduct a budget worksession with potential action on FY21 and FY22 budgets. The meeting also includes the canvass of the City of Dubuque Ward 1 Special Primary Election.

• Canvass of City of Dubuque Ward 1 Special Primary Election
• Sheriff Department capital request follow up
• IT Department capital request follow up
• County Recorder personnel improvement request
• Operation New View unwinding and final debt funding update

Board of Health

The Board of Health will discuss COVID-19 statistics, vaccination updates, and the status of isolation facilities. The meeting also includes reports from the Mask Mandate and Financial committees.

• COVID-19 update including 42,500 available masks
• Discussion of IDPH Grant – 6 Year PHEP
• Report from the Mask Mandate Committee
• Report from the Financial Committee
• Review of Board Member term expiration dates

Zoning

The Dubuque County Zoning Board of Adjustment will meet via Zoom to conduct business. The agenda includes a public hearing regarding a variance request by Coates Development LLC/Ryan & Jessi Coates.

• Public hearing for BA#02-01-21: Coates Development LLC/Ryan & Jessi Coates variance
• Approval of November 3, 2020 meeting minutes

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is meeting to vote on infrastructure projects, personnel hiring, and various service contracts. The agenda includes a public hearing notice for improvements to D10/S John Deere Road.

• HMA resurfacing on Cedar Ridge Rd (Project LOST-22(02)--73-31)
• Bridge replacement on Hidden Valley Rd (Project L-B22(03)--73-31)
• Lease contract with Cafaro for the County COVID vaccination clinic
• Contract with Truterra, LLC for watershed pilot projects
• Hiring of deputies, assistants, and clerks

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will conduct a budget worksession to discuss and potentially take action on the FY21 and FY22 budgets. The session includes reviews of departmental and general assistance funding.

• Comp Board Recommendation
• General Wage Discussion
• Supervisors Departmental Budget
• General Assistance Budget

Board of Health

The Dubuque County Board of Health is holding a special meeting to review a lease for a vaccination point of distribution. The meeting is being conducted via Zoom due to COVID-19.

• Approval of Vaccination Point of Distribution Lease