SUPERVISORS, BOARDS AND COMMISSION UPDATE – Supervisor Kenniker had questions regarding the hiring of the Sunnycrest Manor HR position. Supervisor McDonough spoke about current meetings she attends and handing them over to the new Supervisor appointment January 1, 2027.
PUBLIC COMMENTS – Brad Parks, Asbury, spoke about concerns and complaints regarding Dubuque County Attorney Scott Neslon. Devon Welty, Peosta, spoke about conflicting information with hiring trade union workers for Data Centers.
Recess 10:16 a.m. – 10:20 a.m.
WORK SESSION with County Engineer – Engineer’s report and general discussion. Dubuque County Engineer Todd Kinney gave a project status update.
1. Discussion regarding Engineer Sharing Agreement Renewal. Changes include a two-year agreement, the percentage split and salary. This will be brought back with a resolution for approval.
WORK SESSION – Discussion with possible action on West Campus Mitigation Proposal. Facilities Manager Brandon Prime went over options. Supervisor McDonough requested the RFP process be followed with this project to include a schedule of labor rates and prevailing wages, along with both remediation only and completed projects costs.
WORK SESSION – Discussion regarding Fillmore Golf Course operations. Dubuque County Conservation Director Brian Preston expressed his knowledge of the situation. The State Alcohol and Beverage Division had started a new process and ultimately the license was never approved. Fillmore is not serving alcohol and will not reapply until next season.
WORK SESSION – Discussion on The Board and Commission appointment process. Supervisor Kenniker suggested that there be a scoring process for applicants. Consensus from Supervisors to continue with current process and make no changes at this time.
Adjourn 11:23 a.m.
Harley V Pothoff, Chair Dubuque County Board of Supervisors
ATTEST:
Keith Lucy, Dubuque County Auditor