Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Dubuque public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
2 issues in parks rec with high priority
Aquatic Facilities Future
Flora and Sutton pools are 30+ years old and near the end of a typical 25-40 year lifespan, though neither has a 'fatal flaw.' Consultants propose possibly replacing Sutton with a new neighborhood pool, rebuilding at Flora with a possible indoor expansion, and adding splash pads — with 84% of survey respondents open to a pools levy. Final recommendations arrive in early 2027.
Eagle Point Park condition
Beyond Eagle Point, residents flagged overgrown parks, broken Grand River Center escalators, and Five Flags maintenance as evidence of systemic neglect — 'slum lord' was the phrase one speaker used. This feeds directly into next week's goal-setting sessions.