Mayor Jim Adams and City Council members held the City’s annual Strategic Planning and Goal Setting work session Dec. 7, 2010, at The Meadows Golf Club. In preparation for the work session, the Mayor and City Council met with city staff and board and commission chairs and completed questionnaires to identify capital improvement projects, significant initiatives and continuing priorities of the community. During the work session, the city’s elected officials reviewed the identified projects and initiatives from prior work sessions and prioritized the projects they viewed as the most important to the City.

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A NEWSLETTER FOR THE RESIDENTS AND BUSINESSES THAT CALL ASBURY, IOWA home.

Dec. 7, 2010, The Meadows Golf Club

More than you imagined!

2012 Asbury Strategic PlanningANNUAL STRATEGIC PLANNING AND GOAL SETTING

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The following lists were identified as priority items for the council toaddress with the budget for Fiscal Year 2012.

CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS FY2012

• Seippel Road Improvements• West End Sewer Project• Althaus Pond Revitalization• Asbury Park Facilities Upgrades – concession stand and restrooms

• Asbury Park Play Equipment• Additional Park Signs• Cart Path at the Meadows• Establish reserve for 3rd snow plowOther Items to prioritize during the budget process:• Adding an additional public works employee and police officer

SIGNIFICANT INITIATIVES AND PROGRAMS FY2012

Top Priority• Space Needs Assessment• Storm Water Ordinance• Sun Valley Infrastructure Improvements (water, sewer, roads, sidewalk)

• Meadows Business/Marketing Plan• Update Comprehensive Plan• Review Water and Sewer Rates• Five Year Sludge Plan• Library Services• Comprehensive Plan Park and Recreation• Annexation Plan• Long Range Capital Plan• Community Survey

Other Priorities • Initiate Zip Code for the City of Asbury• Development of Commercial Area and Economic Development Package

• New Park Development• Events at the Meadows• Open Houses

Moving forward, the issues and concerns of this year mirror many of the items that continue to be concerns in the past, i.e. sidewalks, annexation, debt capacity, traffic, property taxes and utility rates.

Capital Projects UPDATECarver Heights Subdivision: Phase IIThe Developer for Carver Heights began grading and construction of Phase Two infrastructure late summer of 2010. This subdivision is located east of Heacock Road adjacent to the Carver and Roosevelt Schools. Utilities have been installed including water, sewer, storm sewer. Roadway subgrade has been prepared and stone base placed, however winter weather halted progress on paving the roadways until early spring. Phase Two added 32 single family lots and once completed, will have extended School View Drive to its intersection with Indy Drive and continues Indy to a cul-de-sac. Foundations are already being placed in the new phase as Asbury continues to be very attractive to homebuyers.

Carver Heights Lift StationIn conjunction with the Developer’s progress in Phase Two of Carver Heights Subdivision, the City of Asbury began construction of a lift station north of Pennsylvania Avenue in fall 2010. The lift station is a necessity to serve these and other future Asbury residences.

Top Grade Excavating of Epworth, IA was awarded this City project in August 2010. The 20’ deep wet well and valve vault structures have

been placed, and currently the Contractor is waiting to receive components such as the two pumps, control panel and generator in the near future.

Asbury Salt Storage ShedThe current salt storage shed located at the city’s waste water treatment facility was badly deteriorating due to age and the corrosive nature of salt.

The new Salt Storage Shed is a 42x60 fabric covered steel frame manufactured by ClearSpan placed atop 5-ft tall concrete walls. The structure is capable of storing 500 tons of salt, equivalent to nearly half of the seasonal needs for the City.

West Water Main Extension In order to expand public water service to the Meadows Golf Course and a large amount of annexed land in the western part of the community’s corporate limits, Asbury under took a project to extend public water service from the existing water tower. The required infrastructure included over 1.25 miles of water main and a booster pumping station.

Drew Cook & Sons Excavating was awarded the contract in March of 2010. Work has been underway all summer and into the early winter months. All pipe work is complete and the Booster Station is turn-key for start up in the spring and will be capable of providing suitable pressure and fire protection to the Clover Lane, Hidden Meadows, Tuscany Ridge and Legacy Heights subdivision as well as future development.

COMPARISONS

Utility Rate Comparison and information on City Utility Rates

The City of Asbury conducted a utility

rate study of small communities in the

Asbury area. The rates set for the City

of Asbury are based on the operating

costs and debt outstanding for the

water and sewer utilities and the refuse

fee is based on our contract with

Dittmer Recycling, Inc. The City Utility

Board is currently reviewing the rates

and will recommend adjustments, (if

any) to the current rate structure. The

chart shows a utility rate comparison

for small towns around the Asbury area.

The rate comparison is based on an

average usage of 6000 gallons of water

per month (an average family use rate).

Each community has adopted base

rates for sewer and water. Refuse rates

are based on contracts with private

companies as negotiated in

each community.

See how we compare by going to

www.cityofasbury.com and searching for

“Utility Rate Comparison”.

Asbury New Residential Construction

For the second straight year, Asbury

experienced an increase in construction

of new homes.

While most of the country has seen a

decrease in new home construction,

building in Asbury remains strong as the

city issued 83 building permits for new

home construction in 2010. That is up

from the 78 permits issued in 2009 and

just one short of the city’s high of 84

permits issued in 2007.

Since 2006, 365 new homes have been

built in Asbury. Asbury is one of the

fastest growing cities in Iowa. The

question of how fast has Asbury grown

will be answered in March 2011 when

the official results of the 2010 Census

will be released. Asbury’s population in

the 2000 Census was 2,450. Estimated

population for Asbury in 2010 is 4,005.

You can view our building statistics

online at www.cityofasbury.com.

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CITY COUNCIL IN ACTION

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More than you imagined!

The 2011 golf season will be here before you know it. SEASON MEMBERSHIPS

Family Membership: $1315

Couples Membership: $1265

Single Membership: $995

Single Junior Membership (35 And Under): $715

Junior Membership (18 And Under): $350

For further information regarding membership options at

The Meadows contact Jeremy at (563) 583-7385. Weekdays Weekends & GREEN FEES (M-F) Holidays

18-Hole $24 $27

9-Hole $13 $18

18-Hole Junior (17 under) $12 $15

9-Hole Junior (17 under) $10 $13

CART FEES/LESSON RATES

18-Hole Cart (per person) $13

9-Hole Cart (per person) $9

Single 30 min. Lesson $35

Single 60 min. Lesson $60

5 Lesson Series (30 min.) $140

5 Lesson Series (60 min.) $240

You can make a reservation at 583-7385 or book a tee team

online at meadowsgolf.com.

Catch the Meadows Fish Fry!The bar and grill will be serving fried cod fish with salad bar all for just $11.95. The first fish fry will be on Friday, January 14, 2010 from 5–8 p.m. Reservations may be made by calling 583-7385, Ext 5.

6525 CLOVER LANE | 563.583.7385 | www.MeadowsGolf.com

2011 RATES

Seippel Road Reconstruction Seippel Road has been a top priority for the City in the past several planning sessions to reconstruct Seippel Road from Pennsylvania Avenue to the Asbury Road. Seippel Road is part of a primary corridor for a growing number of City of Asbury and Dubuque County residents who travel daily between residential neighborhoods and places of business to the east.

To correct the failing roadway the proposed project will encompass full removal of the existing roadway, grading activities, slope stabilization, construction of a new 37’ wide roadway with curb and gutter, complementing storm sewer inlets, piping and discharge protection.

Currently negotiations for temporary and permanent easements are taking place. Following completion of negotiations, final plans, project specifications, and bidding documents can be completed. The construction of the project is still to be determined by the Asbury Council but design and document preparations are to be complete to allow for an early 2011 bid date and summer 2011 construction.

Sidewalk Program: Phase 2The City of Asbury’s Sidewalk Installation Program Plan which was developed by a citizen committee in 2006. Phase 2 of this Plan is primarily the area limits east of Springreen Road on the Asbury Road corridor.

This segment was deemed a priority for sidewalk installation by the Council to provide a pedestrian link between Asbury Park, City Hall and the places of business and future City of Dubuque Trail Extension along the Northwest Arterial. Installation has been completed the length of Asbury Road from Asbury Park to Heritage Manor on the south and from Hales Mill Road to the east corporate limits along the north side of the road.

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Winter Reminders

1. Do you currently utilize the public transit system or the RTA

(Regional Transit Authority)? (Please Circle)

YES NO

2. Would you be interested in using public transit in your

community? (Please Circle)

YES NO

3. How much are you willing to pay for a one way ride?

(Please Circle)

$1.00 to $1.50 $2.00 to $2.50 $1.50 to $2.00

Other amount:

4. What days of the week would you like to see the public

transit system operate? (Please Circle)

Monday Thursday

Tuesday Friday

Wednesday Saturday

Sunday

5. What is your age?

6. What street do you live on?

7. Do you have children who need transportation that a day-care

or school district cannot provide? (Please Circle)

YES NO

8. How would you use transportation? (Please Circle)

Work Leisure Medical

Other:

9. Do you see any unmet needs in the community pertaining

to transportation? (Please explain)

10. If you would like more information please print your name

and contact information:

Name:

Address:

Telephone:

Email:

Thank you for your input!!

Please Return to Asbury City Hall, 5080 Asbury Road, Asbury, Iowa 52002 or you can drop in our drop box behind City Hall.

Clipout and return. Thank you

Asbury Public Transportation Please help us provide exceptional transportation services. All surveys kept confidential. Thanks for your help!

Christmas Tree Pick upChristmas Tree Pick up will be on Monday, January 10, 2011. The tree needs to have a Christmas Tree Tag. The tags are available for purchase at City Hall, Monday through Friday 8 am to 5 pm. The cost of the tag is $1.00.

Sledding & Hot Chocolate DayWant to enjoy a fun day with your family? The City of Asbury is hosting a sledding day on Saturday, January 15th, 2011 from 1 p.m. until 4 p.m. Join us at Maple Hills Park (end of Burr Oak Drive) and sled down the hill into the park. Kids will love the sledding at the park. This is a “sled at your own risk” event. Asbury Plaza Hy-Vee will be providing free hot chocolate to warm you up.

Library “Game Day”The Dubuque County Library Asbury Branch is hosting a “Game Day” at the Asbury Library on Monday, January 17th from 9 am until 10:30 a.m. Please check the library’s website for Asbury Library events. www.dubcolib.lib.ia.us

De-Icer Do’s and Don’tsDo you know you can protect your streams and lakes by using a different de-icer? During period of snow melt, de-icers have been applied to impervious surfaces such as driveways, mix with snowmelt and travel to nearby storm drains. In most cities, storm drains discharge directly to local streams and lakes. Some de-icers can change the salinity of streams and lakes, which impact aquatic life. Always read your label. De-icers contact different chemicals. Sodium Chloride or rock salt is the least expensive de-icer and most widely used. It is harmful to vegetation, soil, streams and lakes. If you need to use rock salt, apply it during the colder months of December through February. Magnesium Chloride is a safe alternative for humans and animals. It doesn’t leave a powdery residue but can be a little pricier than rock salt and damage masonry. Calcium Chloride will not harm vegetation and is less expensive but can still leav ea resident on flooring and shoes. Potassium Chloride is the more environmentally friendly but expensive. Acetate de-icers can break down in the environment and leave little damage. Some helpful hints are:

• Shoveling and snow blowing can be your best line of defense.• Use De-icers sparingly, keep a safe distance from storm

drains, streams, lakes and wetlands. • Use De-icers in combination with minimal amounts of sand

for better traction.• Pre-apply de-icer before snow or ice is expected.

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Brad Kruse Appointed New Fire ChiefBrad Kruse was appointed

as the new Fire Chief for

the Asbury Volunteer Fire

Department. Brad is originally

from Guttenberg, Iowa

where he was a part of the

Guttenberg Fire Deparment

for two years before moving to

Asbury. He, and his wife, Amy

and two children have lived in

or near Asbury for the past 13

years and has volunteered for

the Asbury Fire Department

during that time. He received

his paramedic/firefighter

training from NICC. He is a

certified Firefighter 2, a Fire

& EMS Instructor, a Driver

Operator, and Inspector.

During the 13 years Brad

has served as firefighter/

paramedic, Lieutenant,

Assistant Chief, and now Chief.

Brad currently works for the

Dubuque Fire Department

and previously worked for

Heartland Paramedic.

Thank you to Pat Esch for his service as Fire Chief!

Pat has been a vital part

of our community.

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RECREATION

Park Pavilion Rental1. Reservations will be taken for two reservation periods for each day. The first reservation

period will be for the period from 9 A.M. to 3 P.M. The second reservation period will be for

the period from 4 P.M. to 10 P.M.

2. Reservations will be taken by the City Clerk’s Office after January 1 for the reservation

period beginning May 1 and ending October 31. Reservations must be made no less than

three (3) days prior to the requested date.

3. Reservations will be on a first paid-first served basis.

4. Charges for the reservations will be as follows:

a. $40 charge for each reservation period and the pavilion must be left clean and picked

up and any picnic tables moved are returned to their original location.

b. $80 charge for an all day reservation period and each pavilion must be left clean and

picked up and any picnic tables moved are returned to their original location.

5. Reservations will only be made for up to the maximum number of people the City states

a pavilion holds. If the group is larger than the number of people that a pavilion holds,

then the reservation must be made for both pavilions. If only one pavilion is available, no

reservation can be made.

a. The Wagner Pavilion holds a maximum of 65 people.

b. The Sullivan Pavilion holds a maximum of 50 people.

NEW ORDINANCESCOUNCIL APPROVES 24 HOUR NOTICE FEEThe Asbury City Council passed an ordinance at

their November 9th meeting to assess a fee of

$10 each time a hand bill is posted and/or hung

on the door of a property. The door hangers

are hung on doors to inform residents that their

water bill is delinquent and service could be

discontinued. This fee will be required to be

paid with the delinquent water bill. This change

takes effect January 1, 2011.

NEW PARKING ORDINANCEThe Asbury City Council also passed an

ordinance to assess a $10 fine for parking

violations. The previous fine was $5 per ticket.

Please pay attention to parking signs!

FREE YARD WASTE DAYS April 7 and April 14th!!! First one of the spring!

CITY COUNCIL REAPPOINTS CITIZENS TO BOARD

City Council reappointed Lynn Siegert,

James Steil and Larry Kaufmann to

three year terms that expire August 27,

2013 to the Building Code Commission.

We thank these residents for serving

on our Building Code Commission. The

commission meets monthly.

VOLUNTEERS

Thank you to all boards and commission

members that volunteer their time for

city business. Our residents getting

involved in decisions within our City is

what Asbury is all about. Each member

volunteers monthly and does make

decisions that can be crucial.

By volunteering for a board you are

helping to shape the future of Asbury,

Iowa. It’s a great way to give back to

your community.

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Park Board Matt Riesberg

Roger Nank

Roger Glasgow

Peggy Goerdt

Ken Resch

Planning & Zoning CommissionLarry Nagle

Mark Fassbinder

Dave Kubik

Richard Rasmer

Ron Brass

John Welter

Gene Blum

Building Code Commission

Daryl Biechler

Mike Kelly

Lynn Siegert

Jim Steil

Larry Kaufmann

Utility BoardRon Wartick

Dave Gebhart

Dick Elskamp

Sue Weigert

Florian Tigges

Meadows

Advisory BoardPat Ready Jr.

Darin Fischer

Dan Mulligan

Dave Gebhart

Tim Kane

The following boards will have vacancies in 2011. Park Board (2) seats – Oct. 2011

Board of Adjustment (1) seat – April 2011

Meadows Advisory Board (2) seats –

July 2011

Building Code Commission (2) seats –

Aug. 2011

Utility Board (3) seats – Dec. 2011

If you would like to volunteer to be on one of Asbury’s Boards or Commissions, please submit a letter of application to Beth Bonz, City Administrator, City of Asbury, 5080 Asbury Road, Asbury, Iowa 52002 or email info@cityofasbury.com

The City of Asbury is one of seven Dubuque

County cities along with Dubuque County that

will form the Dubuque County Smart Planning

Consortium. The first objective of the Smart

Planning Consortium will be to develop a

long-range regional vision for Dubuque County

and participating incorporated cities that will

address Iowa’s Smart Planning Principles.

The consortium will develop a set of regional

comprehensive planning goals and objectives

based on the regional vision. The second

objective will be analyze and approve regional

data sets. Using regional data will ensure

that all communities are planning based on

consistent population projections, future land

use maps, transportation demand data and

other relevant data. The third objective will

be to develop policies that will implement the

regional vision, goal and objectives and guide

future development within the region. Each

community will use the vision, goals, objectives,

data and regional policies developed by the

consortium to update their comprehensive plan.

The Dubuque County Smart Planning

Consortium will address the following topics:

Collaboration, Efficiency, Clean, Renewable and

Efficient Energy, Transportation, Occupational

Diversity, Revitalization, Housing Diversity,

Community Character, Natural Resources and

Agricultural Protection, Sustainable Design and

Transportation Diversity.

If you would like to participate in the City of

Asbury Comprehensive Plan Update, please

submit a letter of application to Beth Bonz, City

Administrator, City of Asbury, 5080 Asbury

Road, Asbury, Iowa 52002 or email info@

cityofasbury.com

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Softball SignupThe Asbury Athletic

Association is holding

Girl’s softball, youth

T-Ball and late Boys

baseball sign up on

Thursday, February 10,

from 6–8 p.m. at the

Asbury Fire Station.

For more information

go to the Athletic

Association’s website,

asburyathleticassoc.org

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