Dubuque’s five local cable access channels are moving to a new digital location on the Mediacom cable system in order to improve reception for local cable subscribers.
The change will occur on or about June 25, 2013, and only those local subscribers who connect their digital televisions directly to the cable without first going through a digital converter box or a digital adapter will need... Read on...
The Jule Transit will join public transportation systems nationwide participating in the eighth annual National Dump the Pump Day on Thursday, June 20, 2013. The theme for this year is, “Dump the Pump. Save Money. Ride Transit.”
To commemorate Dump the Pump Day and to promote ridership, The Jule will offer free service on all fixed- route and paratransit buses all day on Thursday, June 20th. Routes and schedules are available at www.juletransit.org... Read on...
The National Civic League has named Dubuque one of its 10 All-America Cities for 2013. A Dubuque delegation accepted the award in Denver on June 16, where they competed among 20 finalist communities for this national honor.
The All-America City Award is sponsored by the National Civic League and recognizes 10 communities annually for outstanding civic impact and action planning. Winning applicants demonstrate innovation, inclusiveness, civic... Read on...
The public is invited to attend the graduation ceremony for participants of the “Getting Ahead in a Just-Gettin’-By World” experience on Friday, June 21, at 7 p.m. in the Hotel Julien’s River Room, 200 Main St. No R.S.V.P. is required.
Seven participants completed the 18-week program, bringing the total number of graduates over the past four years to 191. This completes the ninth round of “Getting Ahead.” Round ten will begin in August, and applications... Read on...
City of Dubuque board and commission members assist in development of policy recommendations, provide leadership and support to City staff, promote City programs, and provide expertise. The City seeks volunteers for current and upcoming vacancies:
• Airport Zoning Board of Adjustment• Airport Zoning Commission• Building Code Board of Appeals (At-Large, ADA Rep and General Contractor)• Civic Center Commission• Community Development Advisory Commission... Read on...
The City of Dubuque has added traffic control signs on Locust Street approaching the Sixth Street intersection to enhance safety of pedestrians using the crosswalk and is reminding motorists to yield to pedestrians at or within all crosswalks in Dubuque.
City crews installed additional traffic control measures on Tuesday, June 4, to enhance the safety of pedestrians who cross Locust Street at Sixth Street. These measures include two “Advanced Pedestrian Warning” signs, two... Read on...
The Jule is again offering FREE bus transportation to students (K-12) to any regular stop on the bus route including any Leisure Services Department, Recreation Division and Carnegie-Stout Public Library activities.
Parents can pick up ride bracelets at the Leisure Services Department or at the Transit Office located at 2401 Central Avenue. Students with a student school ID can also ride the Jule free throughout the entire school year... Read on...
Please see the list below of our City-wide Special Events for the 2013 season. Events are free unless otherwise indicated.
June 9th Concert in Jackson Park. River Glen will perform from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. A light meal and beverages will be provided free of charge. Bring a lawn chair and/or blanket and enjoy this free event for all ages... Read on...
The City of Dubuque’s Family Self-Sufficiency Program and Circles Initiative will sponsor the 12th annual “Road to Success” career readiness fair on Tuesday, June 25, from 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. at Prescott School, 1151 White St.
The “Road to Success” career readiness fair is designed to support job seekers to develop the skills they need to choose a career path, prepare for a successful interview, create a resume with cover letter, and network with... Read on...
The Jule, Dubuque’s public transit system, will continue its Nightrider fixed-route service on Friday and Saturday evenings throughout the summer with modified hours of operation.
This summer’s Nightrider hours of operation will be from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays from Friday, May 31, through Saturday, August 17.
The Nightrider route is open to the public and provides service every... Read on...
The City of Dubuque is offering two newly renovated and historically restored homes for sale near the Bee Branch Creek Restoration and Gateway Project, with special purchase incentives available to qualified buyers.
The home, located at 2268 Washington Street, and the duplex located at 317-319 E. 22nd St. are within walking distance of grocery stores, pharmacies, shopping, businesses, banks/credit unions, churches, and restaurants. The... Read on...
The City of Dubuque Housing & Community Development Department is selling completely renovated and historically restored single-family town homes to moderate-income homebuyers.
The six units, located at 1767-1795 Washington Street, have approximately 1,200 sq. ft. of living space with full basements. One three-bedroom, two-story unit and three of the five, two-story, two-bedroom units have been... Read on...
The City of Dubuque Housing & Community Development Department is selling a completely renovated and historically restored single-family home to a moderate-income homebuyer.
The single family home located at 394 E. 16th Street, has approximately 1,160 sq. ft. of living space. The two-story home has two bedrooms, one bath and a detached garage selling for $90,000.
The home is within walking... Read on...
June 19th Water carnival at Sutton Pool. A variety of races for ages 5 through 14. Events begin at 6:30 p.m.
June 26th City-wide dodge ball tourney at Allison-Henderson Park, for ages 8 through 14. Tourney begins at... Read on...
Please see the special event listed below for Wednesday, June 19th:
Water carnival at Sutton Pool. This free event for children ages 5 through 14 is conducted by the Leisure Services Department's Playground Program staff and prohibits normal pool usage on this evening. Events begin at... Read on...
If you are interested in participating in the Men's City / County Championship event held on Saturday, June 29th and Sunday, June 30th at the Bunker Hill Golf Course, please contact the Bunker Hill Pro Shop at 563-589-4261.
Tee times will begin at 8:30 a.m. Cost is $60 (price does not include cart rental).
For further information regarding this event, please feel free to contact the Pro Shop, 563-589-4261.
Parents can pick up ride bracelets at the Leisure Services Department or at the Transit Office located at 2401 Central Avenue. Students with a student school ID can also ride the Jule free throughout the entire school... Read on...
The Downtown Neighborhood, Washington Neighbors and the Multicultural Family Center, along with St. Mark Community Center and the City of Dubuque are sponsoring concerts on the following dates:
July 14thAugust 11th
Please join us, along with your friends and neighbors, for some fun evenings of music, food and socializing at Jackson Park, 15th and Main Streets. Concerts are from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Featured... Read on...
See the hours listed below for July 3rd and 4th:
With the upcoming 4th of July holiday, the hours for Flora Pool on July 3rd and 4th are as follows:
1:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Holiday hours for Sutton Pool are as follows:
July 3rd, 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.July 4th, 1:00 to... Read on...
Don't forget to purchase your 2013 season swim pass(es) at the Leisure Services Department. Please see below:
If you are unable to come into the office during the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., please visit our website at www.cityofdubuque.org/recreation and select Aquatics & Pools. Season swim pass forms may be found online by... Read on...
The Flora Park and Nicholas J. Sutton Swimming Pools are now open. See below for our 2013 pool operating hours.
Pool operating hours are as follows:
FLORA PARK SWIMMING POOL (pool season tentatively scheduled to end August 18th):
Sunday through Thursday from 1:00 to 5:00 and 6:30 to 9:00 p.m.Friday and Saturday from 1:00 to 5... Read on...
Adult lap swim and water walking has begun at the Flora Park and Nicholas J. Sutton Swimming Pools. See below for hours:
ADULT LAP SWIM AND WATER WALKING AT FLORA PARK SWIMMING POOL:
Daily, 12:00 noon to 12:55 p.m.Saturday and Sunday, 11:00 a.m. to 12:55 p.m.** Monday thru Friday, 7:00 to 9:00 a.m. (middle school age youth allowed... Read on...
Annual Pet Park tags are on sale and are valid through April 30th, 2014.
You can purchase your annual Pet Park tag(s) at the Leisure Services Department at 2200 Bunker Hill Road, City Hall-Finance Department at 50 West 11th, or print the permit form from our website at www.cityofdubuque.org/parks... Read on...
The Leisure Services Summer 2013 brochures and Neighborhood Recreation Programs are available and registration is in process.
Our Summer 2013 brochure can be viewed online (and you can register online) at www.cityofdubuque.org/recreation and click on the Register Now button.
Our Summer 2013 Neighborhood Recreation Programs registration is in... Read on...
If you're planning a vacation and want to save $$$, you can purchase tickets at the Leisure Services Department. Please see below.
Here is a listing of the discounted tickets that we sale:
Lost Island Water Park (Waterloo, IA)Milwaukee County Zoo (Milwaukee, WI) Mt. Olympus Water & Theme Park (Wisconsin Dells, WI)Noah's Ark (Wisconsin... Read on...
The Bunker Hill Golf Course is offering a Lunch Special Green Fee Rate. See below for details.
Golfers can play 4 holes of golf for $5 and cart rental is $5, Monday through Thursday, 11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Tee times cannot be reserved for this Lunch Special.
For further information, please contact the Bunker... Read on...
Do you have a 4 or 5 year-old you would like to introduce the basic motor skills of sports? If so, please see below for further information.
The Leisure Services Department is offering an instructional program to help parents work one-on-one with their child teaching them the basic motor skills like throwing, catching, running and batting. (Children should... Read on...
Registration for our summer golf programs is in process. Please see below for additional information.
The Leisure Services Department offers the following golf programs for youth:
- Kids Introduction to Golf (age 7-9)- Youth Golf Lessons (age 10-11; 12 and older)- Teen Golf League (age 10 and older)
For further... Read on...
Registration for our summer playground programs is in process. Please see below for additional information. For a listing of playground program sites, please contact the Leisure Services Department at 563-589-4263.
TOT LOT PLAYGROUND. The Tot Lot playground program offers a variety of activities for girls and boys between the ages of 3 through 5. (Child must be age 3 before the program begins and toilet trained to register.) ... Read on...
Registration for our summer tennis programs is in process. Please see below for additional information.
The Leisure Services Department offers the following tennis programs:
- Quick Start Tennis (age 5 and 6)- Youth Summer Evening Lessons (age 7 and older)- Tennis Camp and Swim (age 7-13)- Tennis League (age... Read on...
The Summer 2013 brochures are available and registration is in process. You can view our brochure online (and you can register online) at www.cityofdubuque.org/recreation and click on the Register Now button.
See below for Special Water Classes offered through Leisure Services:
GUARD START. Are you 11 through 14 years old? Would you like to become a lifeguard, but you are too young? The Guard Start program is the answer,... Read on...
Play ball...
Don't forget to register for our girls' softball and boys' baseball programs. Please see below for additional information.
GIRLS' SOFTBALL AT VETERANS' MEMORIAL PARK. The girls' softball program is designed to accommodate players based upon both age and skill level. The program teaches the sport of softball and provides the... Read on...
For parents and their children, age 6 and younger. See below for more information.
Enjoy private time with your children BEFORE the pool opens to the public. Every weekday, the water playground will open from 12:00 noon to 12:55 p.m. (Children must be accompanied by their parents at all times... Read on...
Please see the information below that will get you ready to participate in the 2013 Iron Kids Triathlon on Saturday, August 3rd.
ASPIRING ATHLETES. Join the partnership of the Leisure Services Aquatic Staff, Mississippi Valley Running Association, Free Flight and the Dubuque Tri Club as they create a series of training events to assist you with... Read on...
Following the final day of public swimming, the family dog is invited to take a dip at Flora and/or Sutton Swimming Pools. (Final day for swimming at Sutton Pool is August 11th; final day for swimming at Flora Pool is August 18th.) See below:
The 2013 Doggie Dip at Sutton Pool is scheduled for Monday, August 12th from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
The 2013 Doggie Dip at Flora Pool is scheduled for Monday, August 19th from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
The $5 admission fee per... Read on...
See information below regarding our Fall / Winter Adult Athletic Leagues for the 2013-2014 season.
2013 FALL SOFTBALL LEAGUES. Men's, women's and mixed leagues will be offered twice a week, Monday through Thursday evenings tentatively beginning the week of August 12th; seven games guaranteed. Registration... Read on...
Are you interested in receiving City of Dubuque up-to-date communication regarding news releases, cancelations, upcoming registrations, agendas and minutes, newsletters, et cetera? If the answer is YES, we encourage you to register for NOTIFY ME.
NOTIFY ME is a great tool if you’re interested in receiving news regarding City of Dubuque departments.
Within the Leisure Services Department, you may select to receive information regarding our Adult Athletic Programs... Read on...
Schedule your employee outing, youth group activity OR birthday party at the Flora or Sutton swimming pools this upcoming summer. You may also reserve your pool party dates twenty-three (23) months in advance - for the months of June and July only.
Rentals include swimming areas, water slides, fountains, water playgrounds, water volleyball and basketball equipment, and lifeguard staff.
Flora Pool is available for rental on Friday and Saturday evenings from 7:00-9... Read on...
The Leisure Services Department announces you can reserve your pavilions online at www.cityofdubuque.org/parks and click on the Reserve a Park Pavilion button.
This web page allows you to View Activities and/or select Park Pavilion to view the pavilion facilities and park location maps, check on pavilion availability and process your reservation per MasterCard or Visa... Read on...
The Leisure Services Department provides an after-school sports program to fourth and fifth grade students conducted at a number of Dubuque public elementary schools.
FLAG FOOTBALL and VOLLEYBALL will be offered in the fall of 2013, BASKETBALL will be offered in the winter of 2014, and TRACK will be offered in the spring of 2014.
For more information, please contact the Leisure... Read on...
Please see the special events listed below for Wednesday, June 26th:
CITY-WIDE DODGEBALL TOURNEY at Allison-Henderson Park, for ages 8 through 14. Tourney begins at 6:30 p.m. Sign up at your neighborhood playground to participate.
BIG WHEEL 500 (Big wheels and similar riding toys) at... Read on...
Please see the special event listed below for Saturday, June 29th:
The Recreation Division, along with the DNR, Dubuque County Conservation Society, The Bait Shack and Theisen’s, will be co-sponsoring a Kids' Fishing Clinic and Derby at Miller Riverview Park, for ages 5 through 14. ... Read on...
Please see the special event listed below for Wednesday, July 3rd:
Independence Day kids’ parade at Comiskey Park playground. Preparations begin at 9:30 a.m. with parade following.
For further information, please contact the Leisure Services Department at 563-589-4263 or email us at... Read on...
Please see the special events listed below for Tuesday, July 9th:
SKATE-DANCE at Skate Country from 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. A fee will be charged for entry.
MOVIE in Comiskey Park, Despicable Me (shown at sundown, 8:45 pm). This free, family-friendly event is sponsored by the Multicultural... Read on...
Please see the special event listed below for Wednesday, July 10th:
Tot Olympics at Allison-Henderson Park, for Tot Lot (ages 3 through 5). Registration begins at 6:00 p.m., with event following.
For further information, please contact the Leisure Services Department at 563-589-4263 or... Read on...
Please see the special event listed below for Sunday, July 14th:
Join your friends and neighbors for a fun evening of music, food and socializing at Jackson Park, located at 15th and Main Streets, on Sunday, July 14th. Concert is scheduled from 6-8 pm.
The Downtown Neighborhood,... Read on...
Please see the special event listed below for Wednesday, July 17th:
Water carnival at Flora Pool. This free event for children ages 5 through 14 is conducted by the Leisure Services Department's Playground Program staff and prohibits normal pool usage on this evening. Events begin at... Read on...
Please see the special event listed below for Wednesday July 24th:
City-wide playground carnival at Allison-Henderson Park from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Fun-filled evening for all ages. A variety of booths, refreshments and drawings for prizes throughout the evening. A minimum fee will be... Read on...
Please see the special event listed below for Wednesday, July 31st:
City-wide amateur night at Allison-Henderson Park, upper patio. Registration begins at 6:15 p.m. and show begins at 6:30 p.m. Bring your blanket, talent and join the fun.
For further information, please contact the... Read on...
Please see the special event listed below for Saturday, August 3rd:
Iron Kids Triathlon at Sutton Pool. This event is for children ages 6 through 15 demonstrating their fitness by swimming, biking and running. Register online at www.ironkids.com. A fee will be charged.
Please see the special event listed below for Tuesday, August 6th:
MOVIE in Comiskey Park, Lorax (shown at sundown, 8:30 pm). This free, family-friendly event is sponsored by the Multicultural Family Center, Carnegie-Stout Public Library and Mindframe Theater. Please bring a blanket... Read on...
Please see the special event listed below for Sunday, August 11th:
Join your friends and neighbors for a fun evening of music, food and socializing at Jackson Park, located at 15th and Main Streets, on Sunday, August 11th. Concert is scheduled from 6-8 pm.
Police have made an arrest in the investigation of a shooting incident occurring on W. 15th St.reported on 06/12/13
On 06/12/2013 at approximately 3:13 PM, Dubuque Police officers responded to the area of West 15th Street between Central Avenue and Iowa Street for a report of shots being fired. Upon arrival, officers located bullet... Read on...
As part of the ongoing investigations into this week’s 3 shootings, Dubuque Police have arrested 4 more suspects on Riot warrants, bringing the total number of arrests pertaining specifically to the shootings to thirteen.
As part of the ongoing investigations into this week’s 3 shootings, Dubuque Police have arrested 4 more suspects on Riot warrants, bringing the total number of arrests pertaining specifically to the shootings to thirteen. ... Read on...
In addition to 3 previous arrests pertaining to the first 2 shootings on June 10th, Dubuque Police have arrested 8 more suspects believed to have been involved in the first disturbance/shooting in the 1200 block of Iowa Street.
In addition to 3 previous arrests pertaining to the first 2 shootings on June 10th, Dubuque Police have arrested 8 more suspects believed to have been involved in the first disturbance/shooting in the 1200 block of Iowa... Read on...
On June 12th, 2013, at 3:13 p.m., Dubuque Police responded to the area of 15th and Iowa Streets on the report of shots fired. Upon arrival, officers located evidence indicating multiple shots had been fired near 35 West 15th Street.
On June 12th, 2013, at 3:13 p.m., Dubuque Police responded to the area of 15th and Iowa Streets on the report of shots fired. Upon arrival, officers located evidence indicating multiple shots had been fired near 35 West... Read on...
On June 12th, 2013, at approximately 2:00 a.m., Dubuque Police received notification from the University of Wisconsin Platteville Campus Police of a campus vehicle that had been stolen from their Heating Plant.
On June 12th, 2013, at approximately 2:00 a.m., Dubuque Police received notification from the University of Wisconsin Platteville Campus Police of a campus vehicle that had been stolen from their Heating Plant. The vehicle... Read on...
On June 10th, at 8:53 p.m., Dubuque Police responded to the 1200 block of Iowa Street on the report of shots fired. Upon arrival, officers observed a large group of subjects in the street fighting.
On June 10th, at 8:53 p.m., Dubuque Police responded to the 1200 block of Iowa Street on the report of shots fired. Upon arrival, officers observed a large group of subjects in the street fighting. The group dispersed and... Read on...
From Monday, April 29th, to July 31st, 2013, Key Services will be seeking donations on behalf of the Dubuque Police Protective Association (the bargaining unit for Dubuque Police Officers) in preparation for the 2nd annual Shop With A Cop event at Target.
From Monday, April 29th, to July 31st, 2013, Key Services will be seeking donations on behalf of the Dubuque Police Protective Association (the bargaining unit for Dubuque Police Officers) in preparation for the 2nd annual... Read on...
Asbury Road between Meinen Ct. and St. John Dr. will have varying lane closures with flaggers for the Dubuque Safe Routes to School Project set to start Monday June 17th
Asbury Road between Meinen Ct. and St. John Dr. will have varying lane closures with flaggers for the Dubuque Safe Routes to School Project set to start Monday June 17th with anticipated completion on Friday June 28th. The... Read on...
Heeb Street will be closed between W 17th Street and Clarke Drive until further notice due to a retaining wall failure.
Heeb Street will be closed between W 17th Street and Clarke Drive until further notice due to a retaining wall failure. Motorists are encouraged to use the posted detour route. If you have any questions regarding this work... Read on...
Brunskill Road will be closed to traffic beginning Monday, February 25, 2013 for bridge reconstruction. Reopening will be September 2013 (subject to change.)
The City offers this optional electronic billing option as a convenience for customers who choose it and to reduce the City’s printing, paper, and postage costs. Read on for details and to enroll.
Paperless billing participants will receive an email notification each month when their bill is available for online viewing. The service also features a secure, web-based interface that allows customers to not only view... Read on...