NOVEMBER 13, 2015
VOLUME 38, ISSUE 23
Service, People, Integrity, Responsible, Innovative, Teamwork
EMPLOYEE NEWS
Congratulations to Dan Sisler (Public Works) and his wife, Tara, on the birth of their son, Noah Daniel. He was born on Nov. 8 and weighed 7 lbs., 1 oz. Our sympathy goes out to John Gillen (Public Works) on the death of his mother, Edna C. Gillen, on Nov. 6. Our sympathy to Ericka and Andre Lessears (Human Rights) on the death of Ericka’s mother, Debra Bufford, on Oct. 29. Our sympathy to Jeff Welp (Transit) on the death of his sister, Amy Peebles, on Oct. 22. Congratulations to Anderson Sainci (Public Works) on receiving the Alumni Volunteer Recognition Award at the University of Dubuque’s homecoming on Oct. 17. LEAF RAKE-OUT & YARD WASTE
Leaf rake‐out collections by appointment are offered through Wednesday, Nov. 25. These collections must be scheduled in advance by calling (563) 589‐4250 or submit a service request online at www.cityofdubuque.org/yardwaste. Acceptable items in the leaf rake‐out include loose leaves, pine needles, and pine cones. Grass, brush, plants, and rocks are not accepted. Schedule an appointment BEFORE raking into gutter area. Leaf piles should be in the street at the curb and set out no sooner than the day before the scheduled appointment. Seasonal, regular‐route yard waste collection ends Saturday, Nov. 28. From December through March, Thursday collections of yard waste and food scraps may be scheduled by calling 563‐589‐
4250 or submit a request at www.cityofdubuque.org/yardwaste. LEISURE SERVICES HOLIDAY INFO With the holidays fast approaching, the Leisure Services Department sells gift certificates for the Bunker Hill Golf Course, Eagle Point Park season passes, and season pool passes. The Bunker Hill Golf Course Clubhouse is available for party rentals and meetings. A full service bar is available with seating in excess of 100. Contact the Leisure Services Department at 563‐589‐4263 for availability/details. city of dubuque employee newsletter
CITY TO PURCHASE PRIVATE UTILITY
Over the last several years, City staff have been studying options for the annexation of property in the Key West area and how to best serve the area with city utilities. At their meeting on Monday, Nov. 2, the Dubuque City Council voted 7‐0 to purchase Twin Ridge Water, Inc., a private business that provides sewer and water services to approximately 100 properties in the Twin Ridge Subdivision in the Key West area. The City plans to integrate the Twin Ridge water and sanitary sewer systems with the City’s utility systems. “COME TO THE TABLE” BUDGET
MEETING
Dubuque residents and stakeholders are invited to “come to the table” as City of Dubuque staff prepare the City’s budget for fiscal year (FY) 2017. The public is invited to provide input at a meeting from 6–7 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 18, in the Multicultural Family Center at 1157 Central Ave. The input meeting will include general information on the budget process and then residents and stakeholders will be asked to share their thoughts on what they would like to see funded in their neighborhoods and the community at‐large. Those unable to attend may submit their input online at www.cityofdubuque.org/budget. CODI’S CORNER
CODI, City of Dubuque Intranet, is a
useful tool for all City employees.
Simply visit
www.cityofdubuque.org/CODI,
sign in with the username “codiuser”
and the password “codiuser” and you'll
be able to access countless resources,
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Commonly-requested forms and documents
Logos, photos, and commonly-used maps
Employee benefit summaries
Internal job postings
Training opportunities
Hiring procedures for managers
Technology FAQs
Bidding and purchasing page
… and much, much more!
WELCOME, NEW EMPLOYEES!
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Kristofer Alexander was appointed to the position of Airport Line Serviceworker on Oct. 21. Kristofer is attending the University of Dubuque, majoring in flight operations and aviation management. He brings with him a background in customer service. Chad Crabill was appointed to the position of Patrol Officer in the Police Department on Aug. 24. Chad has a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice from Loras College and has a customer service background. Beth Hill joined the Carnegie‐Stout Public Library as a Library Clerk on Aug. 31. Beth has a bachelor’s degree in fine art and art history from Loras College. She worked as a library clerk prior to her appointment. Perry Martin was appointed to the position of Laborer in the Parking Division on Aug. 31. Perry has an associate’s degree in landscape management and park/natural resources from Kirkwood Community College in Cedar Rapids. He brings with him a background in property maintenance. Howard Riedel joined the Parking Division as a Laborer on Aug. 31. Howard is a graduate of Dubuque Senior High School and has a background in sales and customer service. Samuel White joined the Police Department as a Patrol Officer on Aug. 24. Samuel has a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice and sociology from the University of Dubuque. He worked as a college resident assistant prior to his appointment. HAPPY BIRTHDAY!
DATE November 16 November 18 November 18 November 18 November 19 November 19 November 19 November 19 November 19 November 20 November 20 November 23 November 24 November 25 November 25 November 26 November 26 November 26 November 26 November 27 November 27 November 28 November 28 November 29 November 29 November 29 November 29 NAME DEPARTMENT Jered Welter Ryan Bankson Adam Feyen Christopher Kennedy Anthony Breitbach Colleen Kersch Jessica Kieffer Jay Murray Wally Wernimont Barbara Liska Zachary Ramage Robert Grierson Randy Hancock Joseph Fleckenstein Jennifer Larson Joseph Blasen, Jr. Steven Olson James Poll Cynthia Steinhauser Brandi Baumhover Isaiah Hoff Ann Dauderman Lisa Latham Edward Boe ner Susan Davis Jessica Gamble Steven Heinz Public Works Library Fire Water Finance Library Housing Police Planning Park Police Airport Public Works Park City Manager Transit Police Transit City Manager Finance Police Police Police Transit Transit Emerg Comm Transit 
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Sade Pointer was appointed to the position of Patrol Officer in the Police Department on Aug. 24. Sade has a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice and sociology from the University of Dubuque. She worked as a college student ambassador and resident assistant prior to her appointment. Evan Smith joined the Police Department as a Patrol Officer on Aug. 24. Evan has a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice from the University of Dubuque. He worked as a dog track racing secretary prior to his appointment. BIKE FOR USE AT CITY HALL
Thanks to a donation from the Police Department, there is a bike in the basement of City Hall that is available for City employees to run errands to reduce fuel costs, reduce your and the Cityʹs carbon footprint, and enjoy some fresh air. Here’s how you can use the bike: 1. Check out the bike in GroupWise so you can count on it being there. Reserve the user ʺBicycleʺ just like you would reserve a conference room. 2. Get pedaling. The bike is available for all City staff, we just ask you to practice bike safety and BYOHelmet. 3. Lock it up! There is a bike lock attached to the bike that should be used to secure the bike at the location youʹre headed to. The combo to unlock the bike is ʺ3443.ʺ 4. Return the bike to the basement of City Hall so it can be shared by your fellow City employees. Please contact Cori Burbach at [email protected] or 563‐690‐6038 if you have any questions or if you notice that the bike is in need of maintenance at any time. HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!
DATE November 16 November 17 November 20 November 20 November 21 November 21 November 22 November 23 November 24 November 24 November 24 November 25 November 25 November 26 November 26 November 26 November 27 November 27 November 27 November 27 November 29 NAME DEPARTMENT YEARS Catherine Richter Carol Spinoso John Callahan Corey Firzlaff Karla Braig Ann Niday Straley Amy Muchmore David Castro Joseph Breson Evan Meyer Mark Weidenbacher Steve Berkley Jeffrey Schmidt Trevor Boge Laura Hankes William Kelly Brandi Baumhover Kerry Jo Bradley Steven Heinz Jerelyn O’Connor Nathan Steffen Housing Human Rights Emerg Comm Building City Council Library Library Public Works Public Works Library Park Fire Transit Police Health Public Works Finance Engineering Transit City Manager Engineering 23 29 30 9 10 10 5 42 40 12 40 18 1 2 3 42 9 9 14 15 5