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The Winter/Spring Let’s Go! Activities Guide is here!

Ready to make this season unforgettable? The Winter/Spring Let’s Go! Activities Guide is packed with programs and experiences for every age and interest—and registration is now OPEN!

Whether you’re looking for:

• Fun preschool programs
• Arts and crafts classes
• Youth esports
• After-school sports
• Adult athletic leagues
• Family-friendly recreation

…you’ll find it all inside!

• Explore the guide and register for programs today!

For questions, call the Parks and Recreation Department at 563-589-4263.

The City of Dubuque invites local creators to take advantage of a unique opportunity to enhance community storytelling. The City’s Communications Office is now accepting applications for the Community PEG Access Equipment Grant.

The grant program supports the creation of video programming for the City of Dubuque’s public, educational, and governmental (PEG) access channels on local cable television systems. The deadline for applications is Sunday, Feb. 22, 2026. 

PEG access channels provide a platform for public expression, educational content, and local government transparency, ensuring residents stay informed, engaged, and connected. Examples of programs can include narrative fiction, documentaries, local features, and more. 

Through this opportunity, equipment will be funded to up to five individuals and/or organizations with an interest in producing content for one of Dubuque’s PEG channels. The total requested amount may not exceed $5,000 per application for individuals or $10,000 per application for organization.  

Applications must include: 

• A programming proposal.
• A requested equipment list.
• A plan for use of requested equipment.
• A quote for pricing confirmation.

Equipment must support the creation of proposed programming and is to be used solely for non-commercial purposes. Awarded applicants must submit the required amount of programming and a final grant report within 18 months of receiving equipment. 

Applications are due Sunday, Feb. 22, 2026, and will be reviewed by the City’s Cable TV Commission. Award notifications will follow this review. 

The PEG Equipment Grant Programs are supported by funds contributed by Mediacom to support the production of local public, educational, and governmental programming, as required under the City's previous cable television franchise agreement.  

For additional information, including eligibility and application requirements, and to apply, visit www.cityofdubuque.org/CommunityPEGGrant or call 563-690-6288. 

The Dubuque community is invited to view the Dubuque Fire Department’s newest ladder truck during a public display on Monday, Feb. 2.

The new truck will be on display beginning at 5:30 p.m. in front of the Historic Federal Building, 350 W. 6th St. Fire department staff will be on hand to answer questions about the new truck and discuss its features and capabilities.

The viewing is being held in conjunction with the Feb. 2 meeting of the Dubuque City Council, which is scheduled for 6:30 p.m., but will be preceded by a work session beginning at 6 p.m.

The Dubuque Fire Department recently took delivery of its new ladder truck from Banner Fire Equipment. The 2025 E-One Cyclone truck’s ladder can reach up to 75 feet into the air and is equipped with a nozzle to be used for fire suppression. The truck can pump up to 2,000 gallons of water per minute to its various hose lines and the ladder nozzle. In addition to its fire suppression capabilities, it is also equipped for emergency medical response.

Compared to previous models, the new ladder truck weighs less and has improved maneuverability. The reduced weight cuts down on maintenance costs and fuel consumption. The newer vehicle will also take less time to repair than its predecessor.

The new ladder truck is expected to be placed into service in early February. It will be housed at Station 4, located at the intersection of N. Grandview Ave. and University Ave. It will serve as the primary responder for the central region of Dubuque, while providing supplemental response to the department’s five other fire stations.

Dubuque City Manager Mike Van Milligen has named Maddy Haverland the housing and community development director for the City of Dubuque.

Haverland has been a member of the housing and community development department for 13 years and currently serves as the City’s urban development and housing rehabilitation project manager.

“Maddy has continuously taken on new challenges in her career in the City, and she brings experience and partnerships with her into this new role,” said Van Milligen. “She has proven herself to be a strategic and compassionate leader dedicated to community development and housing and I am proud to appoint her to this leadership position.”

As housing and community development director, Haverland will direct the operations and activities of the department, which include inspection and construction services; housing programs for homeowners, landlords, and renters; and community development programs. 

“Public service is my vocation, and I’m honored to step into this role serving the community I care so deeply about,” said Haverland. “Having spent the last 13 years working across every division of housing and community development, I’m excited to lead a talented team with a focus on trust, collaboration, and community-centered solutions as we address Dubuque’s housing challenges.”

Over the last 13 years, Haverland has held a position in every division of the department. She has served as urban development and housing rehabilitation project manager since 2022. Other roles she has held are: community development specialist, grants project manager, general housing specialist, lead inspect/risk assessor, and family self-sufficiency coordinator. Before joining the housing and community development department, she served as assistant director of the Multicultural Family Center for three years and was an AmeriCorps Volunteer for two years. Haverland earn a bachelor’s degree in sociology from Loras College.

Housing and community development department functions include property maintenance and nuisance code enforcement, rental housing licensing and inspections, federally assisted housing stability and self-sufficiency programs, federally funded housing rehabilitation and hazard reduction programs, Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) activities, and community development partnerships.  

Haverland replaces Interim Housing and Community Development Director Sandi Fowler and will transition to the new role in the coming weeks.

The next Successful Rental Property Management (SRPM) training session will be held on Thursday, March 19, from 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. at the Northeast Iowa Community College (NICC) Town Clock Business Center, located at 680 Main St. in Dubuque.

This training is intended to help rental property owners and managers better understand applicable laws and regulations associated with owning or managing residential rental properties. Presenters include local attorneys and City of Dubuque staff from the police department, housing and community development, and city attorney's office.

Topics include:

• Writing rental agreements
• Handling evictions
• Property security
• Police services
• Rental property inspections

Participants receive a comprehensive guide to assist in maintaining a crime-free and code-compliant property.

Register online or contact NICC at 844-642-2338 and reference class number 105670. For more information, visit www.cityofdubuque.org/srpm or contact the City of Dubuque Housing and Community Development Department at 563-589-4231.

The City of Dubuque Housing and Community Development Department is reminding residents and property owners that the deadline for Urban Revitalization applications for property improvements completed in calendar year 2025 is approaching.

All applications must be submitted by 5 p.m. on Feb. 2, 2026.

The City of Dubuque Urban Revitalization Program encourages the revitalization and improvement of properties within designated areas, promoting investment in residential and commercial properties and contributing to the overall enhancement of our community. This initiative provides eligible property owners with a 10-year property tax exemption on the increased valuation of the property, if the improvements made to the structure within the calendar year result in an increase of 10% or more to the property’s assessed value. Improvements to eligible commercial properties may receive a three-year property tax exemption on the increased valuation, if improvements made to the structure within the calendar year increase the property’s assessed value by 15%.

To take advantage of this benefit, interested individuals must submit their completed Urban Revitalization applications to the City of Dubuque Housing and Community Development Department by the deadline. Late submissions will not be considered.

For detailed information on eligibility criteria, required documentation, and the application process, please visit cityofdubuque.org/UrbanRevitalization or contact Urban Development and Housing Rehabilitation Project Manager Maddy Haverland at mhaverla@cityofdubuque.org or 563.690.6102.

Due to construction of the Dubuque Gate and Pump Station Mitigation Project, Kerper Blvd. will be closed between E. 12th St. and E. 16th St. starting at 7 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 12, until July 2027.

Due to construction of the Dubuque Gate and Pump Station Mitigation Project, Kerper Blvd. will be closed between E. 12th St. and E. 16th St. starting at 7 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 12, until July 2027.

Traffic will be detoured along U.S. Highway 151/61.

Motorists will need to follow the posted detour and/or use a different route during this time. View a map of current closures/detours.

If you have questions regarding the closure/detour, please contact the City of Dubuque Engineering Department at 563-589-4270. Please note, closure dates and times are estimates and subject to change without notice based on weather and contractor schedules.

Due to private construction, the left lanes on Locust St. and Bluff St. will each be closed between W. 7th St. and W. 8th St. beginning at 8 a.m. on Thursday, Oct. 23. These lane closures are expected to continue through the 2026 calendar year.

Due to private construction, the left lanes on Locust St. and Bluff St. will each be closed between W. 7th St. and W. 8th St. beginning at 8 a.m. on Thursday, Oct. 23. These lane closures are expected to continue through the 2026 calendar year.

Motorists will need to follow the posted detour and/or use a different route during this time. View a map of current closures/detours.

If you have questions regarding the closure/detour, please contact the City of Dubuque Engineering Department at 563-589-4270. Please note, closure dates and times are estimates and subject to change without notice based on weather and contractor schedules. 

Due to private development construction, W. 7th St. will be closed between Locust St. and Bluff St. starting at 8 a.m. on Monday, Oct. 20, until the end of 2026.

Due to private development construction, W. 7th St. will be closed between Locust St. and Bluff St. starting at 8 a.m. on Monday, Oct. 20, until the end of 2026.

Motorists will need to follow the posted detour and/or use a different route during this time. View a map of current closures/detours.

If you have questions regarding the closure/detour, please contact the City of Dubuque Engineering Department at 563-589-4270. Please note, closure dates and times are estimates and subject to change without notice based on weather and contractor schedules.

Income-qualified residents throughout the city of Dubuque are now eligible to receive free trees through the Branching Out Dubuque Tree-Planting Initiative. Previously, only those in certain census tract areas had been eligible.

Branching Out Dubuque is a cooperative effort between Sustainable Dubuque and Dubuque Trees Forever. It aims to plant more than 5,000 new trees in the community by the end of 2029. The initiative launched in August 2024 and is being funded by a grant from the U.S. Forest Service.

Residents and property owners throughout the city who meet income eligibility guidelines can sign up to receive trees to plant on their property through a form at SustainableDubuque.org/BranchingOutDBQ or by calling 563-543-9172. Requests received by Feb. 28 will be eligible for spring plantings. Those interested in a fall planting should submit their requests by July 31.

To be eligible, residents must provide documentation which verifies they have an annual income that is below the 80% Area Median Income guideline, which is approximately $82,000 for a family of 4. Acceptable documentation demonstrates participation in any of the following programs: 

• City of Dubuque Housing Choice Voucher Program
• City of Dubuque utility assistance
• A low to moderate income City housing program
• FIP (Family Investment Program), WIC (Women, Infants, and Children), or SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits within the current calendar year
• Hawki
• HACAP assistance

Residential property owners and business owners in the previously identified census tracts are still eligible for the program, regardless of income level. Eligible locations include: 

• Downtown Dubuque, including the Washington neighborhood
• The Point neighborhood
• Portions of the North End east of Central Ave. and south of 32nd St.
• Areas along John F. Kennedy Rd. generally between Dodge St. and Asbury Rd.

Those interested in the program can check their geographic eligibility by entering their address in the interactive map on the Branching Out Dubuque website: SustainableDubuque.org/BranchingOutDBQ

Those selected to be included in the initiative will receive a tree, as well as mulch, a watering bag, and planting assistance at no cost. Sustainable Dubuque will also assist in choosing a tree variety that is best suited to the location’s site conditions. Trained volunteers from Dubuque Trees Forever will also be available to assist with tree planting and to provide training on proper tree care and maintenance.

Once the Branching Out Dubuque initiative is completed, it is expected to increase Dubuque’s overall tree canopy to 40%, advancing one of the goals of the City’s Climate Action Plan.

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE DUBUQUE LEAD SERVICE LINE REPLACEMENT PHASE 2 & 3 PROJECTS ARE ELIGIBLE FOR A CATEGORICAL EXCLUSION FROM NEPA REVIEW. THESE PROJECTS ARE BEING FUNDED IN PART OR WHOLE BY SRF FUNDING.

PUBLIC NOTICE

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE DUBUQUE LEAD SERVICE LINE REPLACEMENT PHASE 2 & 3 PROJECTS ARE ELIGIBLE FOR A CATEGORICAL EXCLUSION FROM NEPA REVIEW. THESE PROJECTS ARE BEING FUNDED IN PART OR WHOLE BY SRF FUNDING.

 

Project-Specific Information is available on the Iowa DNR Website at https://opportunityiowa.gov/media/7608/download?inline

The proposed projects were reviewed by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) for eligibility for a categorical exclusion from NEPA review specified in the 40 CFR (Code of Federal Regulations) Part 6.204. The project meets all criteria described in the above reference, and it was determined that this project is eligible for a categorical exclusion. Consequently, a preliminary decision has been made that a Finding of No Significant Impact (FNSI) will not be prepared.

This action is taken on the basis of a careful review of supporting information that is on file at the DNR’s Des Moines, Iowa office. The Categorical Exclusion documentation for this project is available online at https://www.iowasrf.com/environmental-review/ . The DNR will not take any administrative action on the project for at least thirty (30) calendar days from the publication of this Notice. Persons disagreeing with the above environmental decision may submit comments to SRF-PC@dnr.iowa.gov  during this period. For further information, please contact Nicole Osborn at Nicole.Osborn@dnr.iowa.gov  or 515-321-7601.