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

The City of Dubuque held a Fiscal Year 2027 Budget Meeting on April 16, 2026, focusing on presentations from the City Manager's Office, City Clerk's Office, and City Attorney's Office. Key procurement-related discussions included the City Manager's Office highlighting federal grant applications such as a $14.1 million East West Corridor project and a $2 million storm and sewer extension project, as well as the use of Inflation Reduction Act funds to support sustainability initiatives including solar energy projects on city facilities. An improvement package of $40,000 was proposed for succession planning and executive coaching, with funding sourced through an RFP process. The sustainability office requested a one-year extension for the climate action coordinator position, funded entirely by federal tax credits, and recommended capital improvement projects for solar installations expected to save approximately $20,000 annually. The City Attorney's Office reported a decrease in property tax support due to office reorganization and software savings, and noted ongoing contract reviews and legal support for public improvements. The council approved the certified list for the Chief of Police position to proceed with internal candidate interviews. Public input included questions on grant success rates and concerns about certain fees. Overall, the meeting emphasized strategic use of grants, sustainability investments, and internal capacity building to support city operations and capital projects.