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2009 Federal Legislative Priorities |
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By tristate on
1/12/2009 2:16 PM
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On February 4-6, 2009, I will join with City Council and Staff representatives to participate in the annual information sharing discussion in D.C. with the Iowa Congressional Delegation about our City’s 2009 federal legislative priorities. The report from Assistant City Manager Teri Goodmann described the following:
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A Christmas Story for Dubuque |
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By tristate on
12/29/2008 8:33 PM
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Once upon a time, a remarkable Christmas story was shared with me. I do not recall its origins, and it’s possible you may have read it somewhere yourself. But, as we bring 2008 to a close, and with respect for the “prevailing spirit” of Dubuque, I would like to share it with Ink readers.
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Holiday Spirit in Dubuque! |
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By tristate on
12/12/2008 10:25 AM
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People worldwide celebrate holidays. Although the word “holiday” literally means “holy day,” most American holidays are now celebrated in reflective traditions. In fact, in the United States, the word “holiday” is synonymous with “celebration.” And Dubuque has its own set of traditions, both comforting in their familiarity and binding in their repetition.
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The Next American Economy! |
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By tristate on
12/2/2008 3:39 PM
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In a recent article authored by Michael Northrup, Director of Sustainable Development at the Rockefeller Brothers Fund in New York, he wrote, “As Wall Street and the American economy continue to crumble around us, it is time – now more than ever – to begin building the next American economy – the low carbon, clean energy economy.”
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The Presidential Transition |
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By tristate on
11/14/2008 2:47 PM
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As the New York Times reported, Mr. Obama inarguably fashioned an impressive victory for any Democrat, much less the first black nominee in American history. His 52 percent share of the popular vote exceeded that of any Democratic candidate since Lyndon B. Johnson in 1964 — and topped Ronald Reagan’s 1980 majority against Jimmy Carter. Now, the real work begins!
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“Weatherization Efforts Warm Dubuque!” |
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By tristate on
11/4/2008 9:10 PM
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Dubuque’s annual “Weatherization Challenge” does much more than lower heating bills for our citizens needing assistance…it creates relationships that warm hearts!
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Growing Dubuque |
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By tristate on
10/23/2008 3:12 PM
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According to the latest numbers (August 2008) from Iowa Workforce Development, Dubuque’s economy is growing. In fact, based on an apples-to-apples comparison (August 2007 to August 2008), Dubuque is up by more than 200 jobs!
Moreover, in crucial sectors like goods producing and manufacturing, Dubuque’s 2008 average employment is outperforming the 2007 numbers.
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"Blueprint for Local Climate Action" |
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By tristate on
10/4/2008 11:26 AM
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On September 14, I joined with many of our nation’s government leaders at a retreat in Tarrytown, New York funded by the Rockefellers Brothers Fund for the purpose of developing a “Blueprint for Local Climate Action” for the nation’s next President and administration.
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City Issues & Council Actions |
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By tristate on
9/18/2008 10:13 AM
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The City Council and Staff continually strive for enhanced transparency and efficiency in government. The following encompasses a brief update on City issues and Council actions on September 15, 2008.
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City Events -- Don’t Forget! |
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By tristate on
9/3/2008 12:24 PM
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The City of Dubuque’s 175th Anniversary planning committee is coordinating a community-wide picnic day to celebrate Dubuque’s 175th anniversary.
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“City Issues & Council Actions” -- August 7, 2008 |
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By tristate on
8/7/2008 3:18 PM
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The City Council and Staff continually strive for enhanced transparency and efficiency in government. The following encompasses a brief update on City issues and Council actions on August 4, 2008:
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The City is a Partnership -- March 20, 2008 |
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By tristate on
3/24/2008 2:33 PM
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Coming up on his second annual State of the City address, the Mayor looks upon the past year and remembers the successes and the growth we have experienced in that short time, as well as exciting developments for the future.
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