City of Dubuque Seeks Resident Input for Next City Manager Search
The City of Dubuque has launched a public survey to gather resident input on the desired experience, qualities, and priorities for its next city manager, who will replace the current manager retiring after over 30 years of service.
Cedar Rapids Waterloo Iowa City & Dubuque, IA, November 5, 2026 — The City of Dubuque has initiated a public survey as part of its process to select a new city manager. This initiative aims to collect valuable feedback from residents regarding the essential experience, key qualities, and overarching priorities they wish to see in the individual who will lead the city’s administration.
This recruitment process comes as the current city manager is set to retire. The tenure of the outgoing city manager has been notably long, spanning over 30 years of service to the City of Dubuque. The extensive service period highlights the significance of this transition and the need for a comprehensive approach to finding a successor.
The public survey is designed to be a crucial tool in shaping the profile of the ideal candidate. By engaging residents, the city seeks to ensure that the selection process reflects the community’s vision for its future leadership. Input is expected to cover a range of attributes, from professional qualifications and leadership style to specific policy areas and operational priorities.
Details regarding the specific questions included in the survey and the methods for participation were not immediately available in the provided summary. The timeline for the survey’s duration and the subsequent stages of the city manager selection process are also pending further announcements.
The city is undertaking this public consultation to ensure transparency and community involvement in a decision that will significantly impact municipal operations and strategic direction for years to come. The retirement of a long-serving city manager marks a pivotal moment, and community input is being sought to help guide the city toward its next phase of governance.
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