Fiscal Year 2027 Budget Meeting #5 | April 16, 2026

The City of Dubuque Government held a special session on April 16, 2026, focused on presentations and discussions regarding the fiscal year 2027 department budgets. Key procurement-related topics included budget requests and improvement packages for the City Manager's Office, the Office of Sustainability, the City Clerk's Office, and the City Attorney's Office. Notably, the Office of Sustainability requested non-recurring funding for extending the climate action coordinator position and capital improvement projects involving solar installations on city-owned facilities, leveraging federal tax credits from the Inflation Reduction Act to offset costs. The City Manager's Office proposed a $40,000 non-recurring improvement package for executive coaching services via an RFP process. The meeting also addressed grant application efforts, organizational culture initiatives, and the use of technology to improve efficiency. A motion to receive and file the certified list for police chief candidates was unanimously approved. Public input raised concerns about certain fees and tax calculator accuracy, which city officials committed to reviewing. Overall, the meeting emphasized strategic use of grants, tax credits, and partnerships to support sustainability and operational goals while maintaining fiscal responsibility.