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Dubuque All America City 2007
50 West 13th Street
Dubuque, Iowa 52001
Phone: 563.589.4100
Fax: 563.589.0890

Dubuque News

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September 1, 2010

Saturday Changes for Keyline: Same Service, Different Bus

In an attempt to reduce emissions and contribute to the City of Dubuque’s sustainability efforts, Keyline Transit will be making a slight change to its Saturday transit service by incorporating its minibus fleet.

This change to minibuses will affect all routes, except the Redline, and will start Saturday, September 4, 2010. The decision to switch to a lighter duty bus is estimated to save the City over $14,000 a year in fuel costs. It...

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August 30, 2010

City Offices Closed on Labor Day, Bunker Hill Open

City of Dubuque offices will be closed on Monday, Sept. 6, for the Labor Day holiday. This includes City Hall and most other City offices and facilities; however, Bunker Hill Golf Course WILL BE OPEN on Labor Day.

There will be no refuse, yard waste or curbside recycling collections by City crews on Labor Day. Instead, these collections will be made on the preceding Saturday, Sept. 4. The Dubuque Metro Landfill will also be closed on...

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August 23, 2010

City Council Completes Annual Goal-Setting Sessions

The Dubuque City Council recently completed its annual goal-setting sessions. Over the course of two evenings, Council members developed a 2010-2012 policy agenda, along with a management agenda.


DUBUQUE VISION 2025
• The city of Dubuque is a progressive, sustainable city with a strong diversified economy and expanding global connections;
• the Dubuque community is an inclusive community celebrating culture...

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August 16, 2010

Disaster Assistance Available to Dubuque Residents & Businesses

Local individuals, families and businesses affected by flooding and storms since June 1 may qualify for FEMA grants for temporary housing and home repairs, low-cost loans to cover uninsured property losses, and other assistance programs.


Homeowners, renters, businesses of all sizes, and private non-profit organizations who sustained losses due to flooding and severe storms beginning June 1 may immediately begin registering for assistance online at http://...

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August 17, 2010

Dubuque One of 22 ‘Smarter Cities’ in U.S.

The Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) recently named Dubuque one of its “2010 Smarter Cities,” a list of 22 municipalities that are leading the way in green power, energy efficiency, and conservation.


According to the NRDC, these cities are already testing out the solutions that will launch America into the 21st century.

"National recognition as a pioneer in sustainability is a tremendous advantage in growing...

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August 10, 2010

Office Space Available in Historic Federal Building

The City of Dubuque seeks tenants to lease office space in the Historic Federal Building in the heart of downtown Dubuque at 350 W. 6th Street.


Twelve spaces are currently available and range in size from 147 square feet to 969 and lease rates range from $8 - $12 per square foot per year. The City offers pro-rated property taxes to tenants and is willing to nego...

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June 18, 2010

Adult Basketball and Volleyball Program Registration Materials

Materials needed to register for Leisure Services Department's adult winter basketball and volleyball leagues will be available beginnong on Monday, Aug. 9, at the Leisure Services Department, 2200 Bunker Hill Road, and online.

Registrations will be accepted for basketball through Sept. 16 at a discounted rate of $573; rates go up to $625 for any registrations received after Sept. 16.

Basketball season begins on Monday, Oct.25. Registrations will ...

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Fire

1 Story
May 28, 2010

Compliance & Courtesy Urged with Recreational Fires

The City of Dubuque is reminding residents to abide by the City’s ordinance related to recreational fires this summer and to practice common courtesy when they consider having a backyard fire.

The International Fire Code (IFC), which is adopted by the City of Dubuque, requires recreational fires to be in an approved container or fire pit not to exceed 36 inches in diameter. All vegetation and combustible materials...

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Health Services

1 Story
August 20, 2010

Egg Recall and Safety Tips

IDPH Offers Egg Safety Tips
Salmonella illnesses associated with FDA recall are preventable

The Iowa Department of Public Health (IDPH), along with state and federal regulatory partners, the Centers for Disease Control a...

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Historic Preservation

1 Story
August 24, 2010

National Alliance of Preservation Commissions (NAPC) Commission Assistance & Mentoring Program

The City of Dubuque is pleased to announce that a one-day regional National Alliance of Preservation Commissions (NAPC) Commission Assistance and Mentoring Program (CAMP) will be held on October 9, 2010 at the recently renovated Hotel Julien Dubuque.

CAMP is an excellent opportunity to learn concepts which provide historic preservation commissioners, staff, elected officials, and others the tools they need to build strong local preservation programs. It is an intensive, e...

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Leisure Services

6 Stories
August 27, 2010

2010-2011 Winter Adult Athletics Registration Deadline

The Leisure Services Department reminds adult basketball and volleyball teams of the 2010-2011 Winter Adult Athletics registration deadlines:

*Basketball deadline is Thursday, September 16th, with leagues beginning the week...

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June 18, 2010

2010-2011 Adult Basketball and Volleyball Programs

Materials needed to register for Leisure Services Department adult winter basketball and volleyball leagues are now available at the Leisure Services Department, 2200 Bunker Hill Road.

Registrations will be accepted for bas...

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June 17, 2010

Storybook Hill Children's Zoo

The Storybook Hill Children’s Zoo is open daily from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., through Labor Day (rain or shine).

The Zoo is a replica of an American farm from the 1940’s and contains a variety of animals that a person visit...

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February 23, 2010

2010 Camping Reservations at Miller Riverview Park

Don't forget to make your camping reservations for the 2010 season at the Miller Riverview Park by calling 563-589-4238.

See below for a listing of upcoming Special Events held at Miller Riverview Park:


"Hallowe...

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January 11, 2010

Pavilion Reservations

The Leisure Services Department reminds citizens that pavilion reservations for picnics, reunions, graduations, et cetera may be made twenty-three months in advance.

Payment is required at time reservation is made. If rese...

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December 4, 2009

Comiskey Building Rental

The multipurpose recreation building located in Comiskey Park is available for rent on Friday evenings, Saturday afternoons/evenings and Sunday afternoons/evenings. The facility at Comiskey Park is smoke-free and alcoholic b...

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Street Detours & Closures

5 Stories
August 18, 2010

Closure: Central Avenue, from 21st to 32nd Street

Beginning at 7 AM on Monday, August 23, 2010, Central Avenue, from 21st to 32nd Street, will be closed to through traffic for water service replacement and watermain repairs. Jackson Street will serve as the detour route for ...

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August 4, 2010

Parking Lane Closure: Iowa Street, between 9th & 10 Sts.

Beginning at 12 noon on Wednesday, August 4, 2010, the east parking lane along Iowa Street, between 9th and 10th Streets, will be closed due to the 10th & Central Parking Facility and Fire Headquarters Expansion Project. Deto...

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August 4, 2010

Lane Closure: 10th Street, between Central Ave. and Iowa St.

Beginning at 12 noon on Wednesday, August 4, 2010, one of the westbound lanes of 10th Street, between Central Avenue and Iowa Street, will be closed due to the 10th & Central Parking Facility and Fire Headquarters Expansion P...

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July 27, 2010

Lane Restriction: IA 32 and Pennsylvania Intersection

Beginning at 7 AM on Wednesday, July 28, IA 32 (Northwest Arterial) will be restricted to one lane for northbound traffic between Chavenelle Road and Pennsylvania Avenue starting Wednesday, July 28, for the lengthening of tur...

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June 25, 2010

Traffic Delays: IA 32 (Northwest Arterial), Pennsylvania Avenue & Asbury Road

From 7 AM on Tuesday, June 29 through 5 PM, Wednesday, June 30, traffic delays will occur as one lane of Asbury Road and one southbound lane of IA 32 (Asbury Road) will be closed due to milling.

One southbound lane of IA 32...

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Transit

1 Story
September 1, 2010

Saturday Changes for Keyline: Same Service, Different Bus

In an attempt to reduce emissions and contribute to the City of Dubuque’s sustainability efforts, Keyline Transit will be making a slight change to its Saturday transit service by incorporating its minibus fleet.

This change to minibuses will affect all routes, except the Redline, and will start Saturday, September 4, 2010. The decision to switch to a lighter duty bus is estimated to save the City over $14,000 a year in fuel costs. It...

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