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FROM The Publisher Twenty years ago, I mapped out what my life was going to look like. I’d go to college and become an art teacher. Then I’d teach art at the high school level—maybe at the high school I attended, Des Moines East. I’d paint on nights and weekends, and maybe do an occasional art show, where I’d sell a piece or two. Later in life, I’d retire and spend my days painting away in my studio.

Life is funny sometimes. Somewhere along the way, I changed my major and ended up studying history and political science. Then I found myself working on a campaign for the re-election of the President. I worked for Congress for a while, ran our local chamber of commerce, and have been twice elected to public office in Dallas County. I love going to work every day to make a difference in our community. Two years ago, together with my business partners, we started myWaukee Magazine. Between that, holding public office (and all of the politics that go along with that), my plate is full.

Throughout the years, friends that knew of my love for painting and my desire to become an art teacher have encouraged me to begin painting again. Recently, my wife suggested the same. So, I impulsively went to an art supply store and bought an easel, a bunch of canvas and all I needed to start back up. I dug out my old art bin from college to find it still had an old Hootie & The Blowfish sticker on it. Ah, the good old days. It had been at least 15 years since I had attempted to create art, and I was about to do it again.

Maybe the recent political climate had me temporarily soured on politics, but I just wanted to paint. I took a weeklong staycation, set up a studio in my garage, blasted some college rock music and started painting. To my surprise, my ability hadn’t dissipated much, if at all, and it came out quickly in my brushstrokes. However, my trouble with painting and being an artist is that I am a perfectionist, and to be honest, I don’t like being judged. But with painting, unlike anything else I’ve done in politics or business, only I can control the outcome.

So I let the music play, and I painted. I resurrected the artistic gift that I thought had left me. Today, I challenge each of you to do the things you’ve always wanted to do. Try to realize your dreams. Maybe the world could benefit from your light shining. I can’t wait to see what you can create.

Chad C. Airhart, Publisher To see Chad’s art, visit www.ChadAirhart.biz

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09 Waukee Police Department Assists Families in Need

The Waukee Police Department makes time during the days leading up to the major winter holidays to ensure as many people as possible can enjoy the holidays.

To accomplish this goal, the 22-person department hosts annual Thanksgiving Holiday Gift Basket and Shop with a Cop programs.

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15 AHeinz57 Capital Campaign to Help Even More Furry Friends

After years of tireless dedication to their furry friends and a facility that’s just too small, AHeinz57 has drawn up the blueprints for a new and improved facility. But, such an expansion is an expensive one that requires a capital campaign to help fund the dream. Amy Heinz and a coalition of volunteers are on a quest to raise $1,250,000 for two buildings that will better serve the needs of dogs and other animals in need of homes.

20 Faces of Waukee with The Brewer Family

Get to know the owners of Brewer Family Farms.

24 Faces of Waukee with Michelle Holtz

Read about Michelle and her Gluten-Free Bakery located right here in Waukee.

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Don’t Be Bored—Join a City Board!

As Waukee continues to grow, so does the need for dedicated residents to serve on the City’s boards and commissions. These boards and commissions are an established feature of municipal government offering citizens an opportunity to participate in city governmental affairs.

Volunteers are needed to serve on these committees, which reflect the varied interests of Waukee residents. They address subjects like planning, zoning, parks, libraries, building and the arts. Although many boards and commissions are advisory, their influence and value can be significant.

Are you a fit for one of these boards? There are upcoming openings on all of them, but hurry, because the application deadline is drawing near!

BOARD OF APPEALS

LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES

The Board of Appeals meets on an as-needed basis to review requests to permit buildings, which vary from approved ordinances, to interpret the intent of buildingrelated ordinances when clarity is needed, and to hear appeals of planning and zoning decisions.

The Library Board of Trustees meets monthly and sets the overall direction of the Waukee Public Library through goal setting, policy adoption and monitoring of the overall effectiveness of the library. The board authorizes library services, works with the Library Director to plan for future needs through strategic planning, helps plan the annual budget and approves the library’s monthly bills.

This is a great fit for volunteers with experience in architectural design, real estate development or community involvement. Two seats will soon be open.

COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COUNCIL (CEDAC) CEDAC meets nine times a year and acts as an advisory group to the City's Community and Economic Development Department. The group proposes long-term economic development strategies, recommends policies and programs to the Waukee City Council, works to attract and retain businesses and makes an annual report regarding economic development achievements.

This is a great fit for volunteers with experience in commercial real estate development, education and workforce development, and small business entrepreneurship. Four seats will soon be open.

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PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION Waukee’s Planning and Zoning Commission meets twice a month and aims to shape the future by encouraging the most appropriate use of land throughout Waukee.

The commission hears matters related to re-zonings, preliminary and final plats, site plans, ordinance amendments and planned development agreements.

This a great fit for volunteers with experience in library services, education, community involvement or arts and culture. Three seats will open in July 2017.

This is a great fit for volunteers with experience in land use planning, architectural design, real estate development or environmental work. One seat will soon be open.

PARK BOARD

ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT

The Park Board meets monthly to create a sense of community by advising and assisting the Parks & Recreation Department in planning, establishing and improving parks, trails, open spaces and recreation facilities. Board members recommend park policies and programs to the City Council, and they work with City staff to plan, promote and host community events such as WinterFest, the Fourth of July and more.

The Zoning Board of Adjustment meets on an as-needed basis to ensure that planning and zoning decisions are consistent. The board responds when applications are presented to the City for consideration for either potential errors in interpretation, special exceptions or variance requests relating to the City’s zoning ordinance.

This is a great fit for volunteers interested in parks and trails or for those with experience in fitness, event planning, working with youth, or arts and culture. Three seats will soon be open.

This is a great fit for volunteers with experience in architectural design, real estate development or community involvement. One seat will soon be open.

Please consider lending your time and talents to one of these important boards! Applications and descriptions can be found at Waukee.org/BoardsandCommissions or at City Hall.

Contact City Clerk Becky Schuett at bschuett@waukee.org or call 515-978-7904 with questions.

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Applications are due Wednesday, Nov. 30, 2016.

Thank you for your consideration.

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Strongly supports parental involvement in school choice Prepare our children to compete in a global economy Empower community & parents to make local decisions

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Promote smaller, leaner government Defend your constitutional rights Protect Iowans against federal mandates

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Holiday Helpers WORDS Mackensie Graham

PHOTOS City of Waukee

Waukee Police Department Fundraise for Families in Need

It’s the season of good tidings and cheer, but that collective joy doesn’t always happen naturally. For those struggling to make ends meet, it can be a period of extra stress and pressure. But, with some proper planning and a bit of goodhearted time and energy, all can embrace the wonders of the winter holidays.

The Waukee Police Department makes time during the days leading up to the major winter holidays to ensure as many people as possible can enjoy the holidays.

To accomplish this goal, the 22-person department hosts an annual Thanksgiving Holiday Gift Basket and Shop with a Cop programs. Officer Neil Lemke explained both programs are strictly donation-based and the department welcomes donations from the public.

“The Thanksgiving Gift Basket Program is based on donations from businesses and individuals in the community, and the recipients are nominated by the student counselors from the schools within the Waukee Community School District,” explained Lemke. “The counselors nominate families that have fallen on recent hard times, like financial difficulty or a loss in the family.”

“The counselors nominate families that have fallen

on recent hard times, like financial difficulty or a loss in the family.”

Officer Neil Lemke

The gift baskets, which are stocked with all the ingredients needed for a nutritious, filling meal, are donation-based, so the number of families helped is dependent on donated funds. Each holiday gift basket costs approximately $30 and is prepared by the local Fareway store.

“I’m hoping to set a record number of recipient families this year,” Lemke said.

The Christmas-oriented fundraiser, Shop with a Cop, is uniquely individualized for families in need of economic assistance.

“The Shop with a Cop Program allows children—also nominated by student counselors in the school district—to buy gifts for their family members,” said Lemke.

Children participating in the program start the day with a warm breakfast cooked by the Waukee Fire Department. Then, they get to take a ride in a squad car to a store, such as Walmart, to go gift shopping for their families. After shopping, the children enjoy a pizza lunch and wrap their presents at the Waukee Public Safety Building.

Lemke said the program typically provides each child with about $100 to spend on their loved ones. Ten families were assisted by the program in 2015.

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Jake Chapman Helping Hands Community service by the Waukee Police Department isn’t restricted to the holiday season. The department is well-versed in community-oriented policing programs, including Safe House, TRIAD, Safety City, Crime-Free Multi-Housing Unit, Neighborhood Watch, Home Alone Camp and Public Safety Day. Lemke explained that Waukee Officers assist with the other ongoing programs in their own time, but the holiday season fundraisers are truly a time for the community—officers, the school district, businesses, and individuals—to work together to make the programs a success.

In years past, the Waukee Police Department and Dallas County Sheriff’s Office have run holiday programs jointly, but in recent years, the Waukee Police Department took on their own fundraisers.

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The Waukee Police Department is happily accepting donations throughout the season. Call the department’s non-emergency phone number, (515) 978-7979, or email police@waukee.org for additional information.

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Donations are accepted in-person or by mail at the Waukee Public Safety Building located at 1300 SE L.A. Grant Parkway, Waukee, IA 50263.

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LAW Masterson & Bottenberg THE NUTS AND BOLTS OF ESTATE PLANNING Do you need an estate plan? Whether you’re a multi-millionaire, living from paycheck to paycheck, or somewhere in between, the answer is a resounding yes!

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Many people don’t realize that Iowa, like most states, has a set of default statutes that govern who will receive your assets (possessions and money) and who can make decisions on your behalf—both before and after you pass away.

How difficult is it to set one up? If you work with a competent attorney, it should be completely painless. In fact, the most common comment I get after completing an estate plan for a family is along the lines of, “that wasn’t painful at all.”

Having these default statutes is a positive thing, because in the event someone doesn’t have an estate plan, their assets will still pass to someone. However, the default statutes don’t always line up with people’s expectations.

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The good news is, if the default statutes don’t match what you’d like to happen, your estate plan—specifically, your will and power of attorney documents—allow you to override the default rules and implement your own, putting you back in control.

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l el ss Ru ff Je While working in a hotel kitchen, there were

stressful nights when I was responsible for 800 meals. But as a Hy-Vee chef, I focus on one family’s meal at a time. I also field questions.

If a customer wants advice for using a new ingredient, I’ve got it. If she needs to get a feel for a cooking technique, I show her how. And if she asks where breakfast cereal is shelved, I’m here for that too.

Last fall, I met one of my favorite customers, Chad.

He came up to the counter to sample something I had made. Soon after that, he was regularly dropping by the kitchen.

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We talked about making sauces, selecting meat and other food topics. Over the weeks, new subjects came up, and I looked forward to seeing Chad. His daughter started coming too, and now I know about her school and how excited she was to audition for a play.

It’s gratifying to work in a place where friendship is on the menu.

Jeff

This Summer your Waukee Hy-Vee released a new program called “Chef in a Box.”

You can purchase a Chef in a Box for 2 or 4 people that can be prepped and on the table in under 30 minutes. We prep the meal – you cook the meal, and take all the credit.

Each week we have four different meal choices, and the menu changes every two weeks.

This is a quick and affordable way to have a chef inspired meal that brings your family together around the table.

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UNDER Construction Waukee Central Commercial Development Taking Shape South of Hickman Road While driving down Hickman Road, you may have wondered about the new building taking shape south of the busy street and east of Dartmoor Drive. The 10.57-acre plat, to be known as Waukee Central, was approved by the Waukee City Council in August.

With space for five businesses, ranging from 0.88 to 4.91 acres, Waukee Central is going to be a busy stop. At the time of writing, grading had been completed and three site plans had been approved. The two remaining lots—measuring 2.2 acres and 4.9 acres—were still for sale.

To better serve the new development, Laurel Street will be extended through the plat to Westgate Drive. Additionally, a traffic light was approved and budgeted at the intersection of Hickman Road and Westgate Drive. Development plans show ample parking.

Burger King will serve up sandwiches and fries in the northeast corner of the development and Waukee Dental and Central Bank will be neighbors in the northwest corner. This new location will be Central Bank’s seventeenth location in Iowa and eighth location in the Des Moines metro area.

Central Bank Vice President Mark Brown said the location was attractive and will allow the bank to better serve the Waukee community.

“Waukee continues to see huge growth with new residents and businesses coming in daily,” said Brown. “We feel our institution’s customer-centric philosophy will be received extremely well. We’re excited and proud to be part of the community, and we’ll continue to work very hard to build long-term relationships with our customers.”

The Central Bank Waukee office is expected to be a full-service bank, offering consumer, commercial, agricultural and mortgage banking.

Waukee Central businesses can expect the area to see significant traffic with a proposed Fridley Theater and space for retail directly across Hickman Road.

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NO TIME TO PAWS WORDS Mackensie Graham

PHOTOS Laura Wills

AHeinz57 Capital Campaign to Help Even More Furry Friends

When you find “the one,” you just know. Sometimes this sort of love catches you off guard, and you find them in the least suspecting place. Sometimes you’re ready and searching for the right match. Sure, they could be missing a leg, or maybe they don’t have the prettiest coat on the block, but when you meet your perfect pet, you just know.

An avid dog lover and advocate, Amy Heinz just knew she had to help a poor dog she A Rescue Worth Barking About saw abandoned on the side of an I-80 on-ramp in De Soto. After almost two weeks of attempting to find and get near the dog that had multiple broken bones in its foot, Heinz was able to attract the dog to a trap provided and monitored by the Animal Rescue League of Iowa. She took the dog home and aptly named her Grace as she quickly joined Heinz’s other four dogs as a furry member of the family.

This successful search and rescue mission inspired Heinz to help other pets survive, thrive and find loving homes. In 2008, she launched AHeinz57 Pet Rescue & Transport in her garage and rescued and found homes for 100 pups during her first year of operation.

WORDS Mackensie Graham

What started off as an initiative of passion inspired by Grace the dog evolved into something much bigger than Heinz expected. Now, the nonprofit is a committed community resource for saving homeless companion animals, assisting other shelters/ rescues through rescue transports, offering in-home training to keep dogs in their current homes, and educating the public on the issues of pet overpopulation, responsible pet ownership and puppy mills.

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The end goal: Artists rendering of the proposed facility

The “rescue transport” element differentiates AHeinz57 from traditional animal shelters and no-kill rescues. Volunteers for the organization transport dogs that are set to be put down in traditional shelter environments and take them to no-kill rescues across the Midwest, as well as Canada.

The facility serves as an overnight “pit stop” for the pups, and also as a haven for dogs waiting for an open foster spot. Senior dogs and other pups that cannot find foster families also find a home at cage-free AHeinz57.

When homeless or other dogs are brought through AHeinz57, they receive a check-up and are treated to the veterinary works, including vaccines, heartworm prevention, spay/neuter procedures, and a microchip.

Since its founding, AHeinz57 has helped over 5,000 dogs find their “happy tail” (as the organization likes to call an adoption), in addition to transporting even more animals out of danger of death to a hospitable rescue facility. Yet, there will always be animals in need, so there’s a need for AHeinz57 to have additional space to shelter dogs on their journeys to forever homes.

AHeinz57 is currently located in an old vet clinic and has space for about 12 dogs.

But, between the dogs’ living area, laundry and medical rooms, and adoption space, it’s difficult to manage noise, ventilation and disease control. Its energy efficiency is also less than ideal, and there’s a need for more space for operations.

That’s why AHeinz57 drew up the blueprints for a new and improved facility.

The new place will offer a more comfortable space for the dogs, as well as for those who come in for adoption processes, education and training.

But, such an expansion is an expensive one that requires a capital campaign to help fund the dream. Heinz and a coalition of volunteers are on a quest to raise $1,250,000 for two buildings that will better serve the needs of dogs and other animals in need of homes.

“We’ll also have a cat boarding section—which is

not currently available in the area. The facility will also feature a grooming center and two training rooms which will complement our adoption services to ensure our adopted pets stay in their forever homes.”

Mark Gilchrist

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Dog Bones and Buildings Quests like these don’t happen overnight. AHeinz57 Board President, Mark Gilchrist, said the team began the conversation about a new building over two years ago and seriously began planning over a year ago. Four acres were acquired in November 2015 and official capital campaign fundraising began at the beginning of 2016.

Mark Gilchrist

“We originally set a very aggressive schedule, but with construction too heavy in the area, we will most likely begin building in the spring of 2017,” Gilchrist said.

Amy Heinz

Two new buildings will be constructed: a rescue shelter and a boarding facility. The rescue will have 31 suites for dogs, with 16 of those dedicated as “hold kennels” for strays. Two additional suites will be dedicated as “night drop” kennels for local law enforcement to use for homeless dogs they bring in. Plus, there will be a garage for the transport vehicles and additional parking.

The boarding facility, called Gracie’s Place, will feature 23 pet suites. Net profits from boarding services will be put towards the organization’s rescue and transportation efforts, allowing the nonprofit to be less reliant on donations.

“We’ve spent the last two years researching facilities and the needs of customers to ensure our facility has all the newest technology available,” said Gilchrist. “Security will be a big focus, which will also allow us to offer video streaming of kennels/suites so customers can check in on their pooches.”

“We’ll also have a cat boarding section—which is not currently available in the area,” said Gilchrist. “The facility will also feature a grooming center and two training rooms which will complement our adoption services to ensure our adopted pets stay in their forever homes.”

Two suites in the boarding facility will be allocated specifically to pregnant and nursing dogs and their litters.

Beyond the Breeds To Heinz, Gilchrist, and the rest of the board, the new facility represents a future of community integration at the organization.

What’s in a Name?

AHeinz57 Board President, Mark Gilchrist, explained how the organization got its name. The first part, AHeinz, is derived from the founder’s name, Amy Heinz.

But what about the 57?

“Upon completion of our new facility, we’ll be launching several programs targeted at giving back to the community, educating children and pet owners, and supporting our senior citizens,” said Gilchrist said.

Lend a Helping Paw Details on events for the capital campaign will be available on the organization’s website (aheinz57.com) and Facebook page. Interested donors can make taxdeductible donations in the form of cash, via the campaign’s website (aheinz57build.org) or mailed to PO Box 188, De Soto, IA 50069.

Looking for a furry friend of your own? Adoption events are generally held on Saturdays from 11 a.m.-4 p.m., but the organization recommends checking its web calendar to verify.

Because most dogs are in foster care, if you’re interested in meeting one of the dogs available for adoption, email adopt@aheinz57.com.

“The term ‘Heinz 57’ has been used for many years to describe a mutt, due to the mixing of breeds—similar to the Heinz 57 Sauce, which has 57 ingredients,” explained Gilchrist.

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BANKING American Trust TIPS TO PROTECT YOUR IDENTITY SARA LARSON

American Trust and Savings Bank Second Senior Vice President 515-283-3750 slarson@americantrust.com American Trust has been a community pillar since 1911. It has grown to strengthen the products, services, and financial management provided to clients while retaining the integrity and commitment that can only be found through a community bank.

Identity theft continues to be one of the fastest growing crimes in America.

According to the Bureau of Justice Statistics, an estimated 17.6 million U.S. residents were victims of identity theft in 2014, up from 16.6 million in 2012.

Cybercriminals are becoming more and more sophisticated, and they’re using every tactic imaginable to carry out their offenses. It’s extremely important that you create barriers to your personal information by enabling passcode locks on your smartphone and activating virus protection software on your computer.

American Trust offers the following tips to help you avoid falling victim to identity theft: Don’t share your secrets. Don’t provide your Social Security number or account information to anyone who contacts you online or over the phone. Protect your PINs and passwords and do not share them with anyone. Use a combination of letters and numbers for your passwords and change them periodically. Do not reveal sensitive or personal information on social networking sites.

Shred sensitive papers. Shred receipts, bank statements and unused credit card offers before throwing them away.

Keep an eye out for missing mail. Fraudsters look for monthly bank or credit card statements or other mail containing your financial information. Consider enrolling in online banking to reduce the likelihood of paper statements being stolen. Also, don’t mail bills from your own mailbox with the flag up.

Use online banking to protect yourself. Monitor your financial accounts regularly for fraudulent transactions. Sign up for text or email alerts from your bank for certain types of transactions, such as online purchases or transactions of more than $500. Sign up for e-statements and bill pay services, which are more secure than sending paper via the mail.

Monitor your credit report. Order a free copy of your credit report every four months from one of the three credit reporting agencies at annualcreditreport.com.

Protect your computer. Make sure the virus protection software on your computer is active and up to date. When conducting business online, make sure your browser’s padlock or key icon is active. Also look for an “s” after the “http” to be sure the website is secure.

Protect you and your family from identity theft with ID TheftSmart® from American Trust.

ID TheftSmart® offers ID theft protection at two levels of coverage. Restoration offers an individual ID theft consultation and restoration for $2.99 a month. This service provides a licensed private investigator for assistance with questions and ID theft restoration in the event of stolen identity. Credit Monitoring offers household credit monitoring along with the ID Theft consultation and restoration for $5.99 a month. It also monitors Experian Credit Bureau to watch for any fraudulent activity.

Stop in today for more information or to get signed up.

Protect your mobile device. Use the passcode lock on your smartphone and other devices. This will make it more difficult for thieves to access your information if your device is lost or stolen. Before you donate, sell or trade your mobile device, be sure to wipe it using specialized software or by using the manufacturer’s recommended technique. Some software allows you to wipe your device remotely if it’s lost or stolen.

Use caution when downloading apps, as they may contain malware, and avoid opening links and attachments—especially from senders you don’t know.

Report any suspected fraud to your bank immediately.

Sign up for ID TheftSmart® from American Trust (see right)!

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$ 9350 University Ave–Suite 138–West Des Moines

515.283.3750

AUTO Adel Chrysler

Full-service at your service

ADEL

L to R: Dianna (Parts Manager, Mark (Service Manager), Robin (Service Advisor)

We’re a full-service Chrysler Dodge Jeep and Ram service department offering the latest in diagnostic and repair processes, and the very best preventive maintenance program. We can also service most other makes and models.

Our factory-certified technicians perform everything from routine maintenance to specialized vehicle repairs. No one knows your car better than Adel Chrysler. Plus, our friendly staff works hard to help you understand your repair options and vehicle maintenance needs. We take pride in our work, and service every customer's car as if it were our own. Come see for yourself!

Reliable automotive service with genuine parts At Adel Chrysler, you get genuine factory parts. We keep a huge selection of parts in stock to get your vehicle back up and running as quickly as possible. From brakes to batteries, we have the right parts for your vehicle at competitive prices! At Adel Chrysler, you'll always get the best value.

Price-matching on new tires Buy new tires from Adel Chrysler? That's right! We have the right tires for your vehicle at the guaranteed lowest prices. We'll match any competitor's price. Simply present the competitor’s current price ad on the tire at the time of purchase. It's that simple!

Why go anywhere else? Choose from name brands—including Goodyear, Continental, Michelin and more—and have them installed by our team of factory trained technicians. We handle all routine tire service and use state-of-the-art equipment to maintain your vehicle at factory-recommended specifications and protect your investment.

Oil Change $24.95 GOOD THROUGH 12/31/2016

NOT VALID WITH ANY ADDITIONAL OFFERS. SEE DEALER FOR DETAILS.

10% off any repairs GOOD THROUGH 12/31/2016

NOT VALID WITH ANY ADDITIONAL OFFERS. SEE DEALER FOR DETAILS.

Complimentary vehicle inspections Bring your vehicle to Adel Chrysler and our factory-certified technicians will perform a complimentary vehicle inspection at no charge, with no obligation!

Convenient hours for you Adel Chrysler is open for parts and service from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, and 8:30 a.m. to noon on Saturdays for your convenience. Whenever you need us, we’re ready for you!

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FACES OF WAUKEE The Brewer Family

“Our goal is to

produce and provide the most wholesome and flavorful locallygrown beef products possible.”

Tell our readers about the people of Brewer Family Farms.

Brewer Family Farms LLC is a family farm located outside of Dallas Center. Brewers have been raising cattle in Dallas County for six generations. Siblings Joe Brewer and Emily Wynn grew up with a love for animal agriculture and formed the idea of a beef business after they both returned to the family farm from college and started thinking about how they could add to the farm.

Emily had always dreamed of opening a meat locker, and Joe was the cattle farmer in the family, so for them, creating the business plan was easy. With the support of their parents, Dan and Linda Brewer, along with Joe’s wife Brenda and Emily’s husband Jeff, Brewer Family Farms, LLC provides locally-grown, family-raised beef products and caseless bratwurst to customers across Iowa.

Our cover story is about pet adoption and care, and we hear you take the care of your livestock pretty seriously. Can you tell us about that?

Cattle care is our number one priority. Our cattle are housed in a hoop barn during the winter months, which protects them from the harsh Iowa winters. In the spring and summer, they spend their days in lush, green pastures. In the fall, you can find them roaming our family-owned cornstalk fields. Our goal is to produce and provide the most wholesome and flavorful locally-grown beef products possible.

If you had to pick just one favorite product that you’re known for, what would it be?

That would be our caseless beef bratwurst. Unlike a traditional bratwurst, ours does not have a casing around the meat, which we think makes it more enjoyable. Our beef bratwurst is available in five flavors: cheddar cheese, bacon cheddar cheese, plain (salt and pepper), Hawaiian (Canadian bacon and fresh pineapple), and for those who like the spicy side of life, jalapeno and pepper jack cheese. We also sell cuts of steak along with whole, half- and quarter-sides of beef.

In this issue, we also talk about charity during the holiday season. What are some ways the Brewer family gives back to the community?

We’re very active in 4-H in Dallas County. Joe and Brenda are leaders of the Sugar Grove Blue Ribbon Winners 4-H Club, while Emily is the chairman of the Dallas County 4-H Youth Committee and the coach for the Dallas County 4-H Livestock Judging Team.

We’re all very active in the Dallas Center Church of the Brethren. Dan was president of the Dallas County Cattlemen’s and Linda is active with the Dallas County Pork Producers. We’re also always thrilled to participate in the different activities of the Waukee Chamber.

Where can customers find you?

Our products can be found at the Baker’s Pantry in Dallas Center, Picket Fence Creamery in Woodward and the Hy-Vee on Hickman Road in Waukee. You can also purchase directly from the farm by contacting any of us.

Our website is brewerbeef.com.

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BANKING Luana Savings Bank My business is looking to expand…

Wh at a r e so m e t h i ng s we sh o u l d b e l ooking at ?

MATT JANSSEN Luana Savings Bank L o an O f f ic e r m j an sse n @ l u an asav in gsb ank .c o m 5 1 5-9 87-21 1 6 Founded in 1908 in rural Northeast Iowa, Luana Savings Bank has created a significant lending presence throughout Northeast and Central Iowa, expanding to the Metro area in 2008. Luana Savings Bank is one of the top performing banks in the nation and maintains stable growth by consistently providing the most competitive loan products and services in its market areas.

No m a t t e r the industry, th ere comes a time w h en a b u s i n e s s may want to exp an d a n d g row. Wh eth er t he y n e ed t o b uy equipmen t, wa n t to p u rch as e a n ew building, p u r c h a s e an e x isting bu s in es s or g row th eir exi st ing c u s t o m e r base, a ne e d f or b an k f in a n cin g m ay e x ist .

As the economy has continued to recover, more options and possibilities have become available to businesses.

There are three things to think about when financing needs exist: return on investment, equity position, and cash flow. In the end, they go hand-in-hand.

Return on investment (ROI) measures the gain or loss generated relative to the amount of money invested. Does having a larger or more productive work area allow your workforce to be more efficient or produce more results that could drive the bottom line? Does updated or additional equipment allow you to complete more jobs and do so more profitably? ROI is one of the most commonly used profitability ratios.

On a company’s balance sheet, the equity position can refer to a business’ assets in relation to their liabilities, or the business’ net worth. For a business owner, building equity in their company is important in both the short and long term. Some business valuation models are derived from a company’s equity position. If the business purchases additional real estate or equipment, what will that do to the value of the business?

Cash flow refers to all the revenue or income coming in to the business versus all the expenses or debt payments going out. Depending on the industry, a business’ cash flow can vary day to day and month to month. How will new investments in real estate or equipment affect the business’ ability to take care of their other day-to-day expenses?

Will those short or long term investments end up adding profit to the bottom line, which helps build equity and create a desired ROI?

Why Luana?

New Since 1908!

Whether you are buying, “building or refinancing, we’ve got super competitive rates and financing options to meet all your commercial needs.”

Real Estate? Longer term fixed rates protect you from rising interest rates and NO Prepayment Penalties allow you to build equity faster.

Equipment? Easy application process and prompt turn-around time so you can put your new equipment to work faster.

Lines of Credit? Helps take care of the day to day operating expenses so you can take care of your customers and grow your business more efficiently.

Ask a commercial loan specialist for details!

Matt Janssen Commercial Loan Officer NMLS 640557

A lot of any business’ successes are built on the relationships they develop and maintain day to day. Providing great products and services and developing trust equals retaining good customer relationships and the possibility of referrals. At Luana Savings Bank, we are no different. From the beginning, we work hard to understand our customers’ wants and needs, set obtainable expectations so both parties know the game plan and work hard day after day to earn our customers trust.

We welcome you to visit with our commercial loan experts at Luana Savings Bank to see how we can help your business continue to grow, service your customers profitably and efficiently, and obtain the successes you are working hard to achieve.

www.LuanaSavingsBank.com

515.987.2116

16390 Holcomb Court, Clive Waukee side of Clive | Across from Stiver’s Ford

Local People. Local Decisions. Local Investments.

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AUTO REPAIR Willard Garage

Trust is everything

Do you ever wonder whether your current auto repair shop is doing the best job for you? Do you have your service done at the dealership out of habit or familiarity? Can you trust an independently-owned shop that’s local and family-owned?

Choosing the right place to service your vehicle can be challenging. Rather than defaulting to the dealership, consider an independent auto repair shop. A 2015 survey of Consumer Reports subscribers showed independent shops scoring higher than dealership service departments in the following categories: 1. Overall customer satisfaction 2. Price 3. Quality of repairs 4. Courteousness of the staff 5. On-time completion of the repairs When price, quality, timeliness and customer service matter to you, this survey shows you’d have a better overall experience at an independent auto repair shop. We agree.

At Willard Garage, we deliver personalized service and quality repairs on all foreign and domestic brands, and we will keep working hard to continue earning five-star ratings in customer satisfaction.

Some drivers might not consider the independent auto repair shop because of warranty coverage for their vehicle. However, most warranties have many excluded items, and oftentimes, routine service isn't covered under warranty. An independent shop is fully capable of performing all of these excluded repairs, like routine oil changes, tire repairs and replacements, alignments, brake jobs and scheduled inspections. We take your warranties seriously and would never complete a repair that would violate your warranty, so don’t let your warranty get in the way of quality service.

Whether your vehicle is old or new, foreign or domestic, sedan or SUV, bring your vehicle to an independent repair shop for service. We've earned top ratings through personalized service, quality repairs, and hard work. Check us out online and give us a call to visit about our services for the vehicles you drive.

Consumer Reports (Jan. 22, 2015). Independent vs. Dealer Shops for Car Repair.

http://www.consumerreports.org/cro/magazine/2015/03/best-places-to-get-your-carrepaired/index.htm

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INSURANCE INSPRO Insurance

MARK CURRIE NAMED IOWA AGENT OF THE YEAR Mark Currie, CIC of West Des Moines, Iowa, was recognized at the Independent Insurance Agents of Iowa’s 110th Annual Convention held September 15th in Altoona, IA by being honored for the prestigious H.H. “Red” Nelson Agent of the Year Award for 2016. The Independent Insurance Agents of Iowa represents almost 670 member agencies in the state and over 12,000 licensed insurance agents. The organization serves the business interests of insurance agents who represent multiple insurance companies selling auto, home, farm, business, trucking, life and health insurance.

Mr. Currie has been actively involved with the Association for a number of years having served on the Board of Directors and President. Mark is being recognized for his leadership in his community and the insurance industry. He has been in the insurance industry for over 35 years, with 33 of them being in the independent agency side of the business. Currently, Mark is an Account Executive at INSPRO Insurance, an Independent, Employee-Owned Insurance Agency. INSPRO Insurance has locations in West Des Moines, Iowa, and Fremont, Lincoln, Omaha, Wahoo and West Point, Neb. Press Release Independent Insurance Agents of Iowa

PEOPLE YOU KNOW

2501 Westown Parkway Suite 1104 West Des Moines, IA 50266

INSPRO Insurance is an independent, multi-line agency representing a wide variety of insurance carriers.

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We are 100% employee owned, by your friends and neighbors, serving Waukee and Central Iowa for over 50 years.

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FACES OF WAUKEE Michelle Holtz

Where did you grow up?

I grew up right here in Des Moines.

How did you come to specialize in gluten-free baking?

I’ve always loved baking, but when my husband started having health issues, I had to learn how to bake using other forms of ingredients. See, my husband, Chad, can’t have a trace of gluten or dairy in anything he eats or drinks. So this was something I had to learn to do. It took a lot of practice, and a lot of sampling, but eventually I got it. Every time I made something that turned out how I wanted it, it was a wonderful feeling, because I knew Chad would be able to enjoy things just like everyone else.

We started the bakery to provide a service for those like Chad. Hopefully, we’re able to help them feel just like everyone else. We want them to be able to walk into a bakery and choose their treats instead of having to buy a frozen treat at the grocery store.

It’s wonderful to see the joy on people’s faces when they come in for the first time and they’re overwhelmed with options. It’s a good feeling.

Why did you choose Waukee for your business?

We live in Waukee. Our oldest graduated from Waukee High School, and our youngest is a junior at Waukee High School. This is the only place we wanted to be. Waukee is our home.

Tell us what a typical day at a gluten-free bakery is like.

A typical day varies, but most days it’s off and running from the moment I walk in the door. We partner with Scratch Cupcakery and Gusto Pizza Co. Both partners keep us very busy on their own, but then we also have orders and walk-in business. We make a lot of cupcakes, dessert bars, cookies, muffins, French bread—and even more items—daily. We’re adding to our staff to help with the increase in business, and it won’t be long until we add again. We’ve been very blessed.

Even though it’s hard some days, it’s so worth it. Even when I have a long day and feel like I’ve hit a wall, I know people appreciate the time and effort. I can’t say it enough—we’re blessed!

Now that we’re well into the holiday season, what sorts of seasonal goodies would you like to brag about?

The funny thing is, what some people consider seasonal, we bake all of the time.

We do pumpkin bars every single day, and we offer pumpkin pie all year long. The nice thing about our products is that they freeze well, so a lot of people order large amounts and freeze the items to take to family events, or just to keep around for their go-to treat. We also have soft frosted sugar cookies. We offer pre-frosted cookies, or cookie dough for them to take and bake, or baked cookies with frosting on the side for them to decorate at home.

But honestly, our holiday seasons are crazy busy, and it’s about making an assortment of items, not just one or two specific things. So I guess if I were to brag about something, I would say that I feel anything you choose, you will enjoy.

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SENIOR LIVING The Lakeside Village

Accommodation without sacrifice in quality

Lakeside Living…

Small Town Feel!

Secure building Elevators Indoor heated garage Three, restaurant style meals served daily All utilities & wi-fi included (except phone & cable) Emergency call system On-site beauty salon Indoor mailboxes Transportation

When Jim and Mava married 58 years ago, they imagined growing old together on the family farm where Jim had lived his entire life. Unfortunately, Jim’s health declined to the point where he required some rehabilitation.

When his health care needs changed, he was quickly moved to a community where he could receive the care and support he needed. However, the community did not have an apartment where both Jim and Mava could live together, and within three weeks, Jim was back at the farm.

They then found themselves with the all-too-common question of what to do next.

They wanted to continue living together; however, Mava, who had some health issues of her own, could not handle caring for Jim alone. Their son hopped in his car and began the search. Three days after walking through the doors of The Lakeside Village, Jim and Mava were moving into the community together!

Does Jim & Mava’s story sound similar to yours or someone you know?

When being a full-time caregiver becomes too much to handle, The Lakeside Village, Independent, Assisted Living and Memory Care Retirement Community can accommodate the unique, individual needs of each spouse. We offer one- and two-bedroom Independent and Assisted Living apartments or can accommodate a combination of Independent and Assisted Living or Memory Care needs.

We can accommodate any combination of assistance needs. The Lakeside Village is committed to providing you and your loved one with excellent customer service and healthcare services.

Private dining room Daily social & recreational activities Pet friendly Chapel Fitness center Activity rooms Library Billiards table Fireplace lounge Access to The Lakeside Inn outdoor pool & hot tub Discounted dining at The Port

Your Best Memories are made at the Lake!

When asked about her thoughts on The Lakeside Village, Mava said, “Our laundry, cleaning and cooking is all done for us, so now Jim and I can just sit back and enjoy each other.” Let The Lakeside Village assist you in fulfilling your dreams of growing old together! Contact The Lakeside Village today to schedule your tour and see how your best memories are made at the lake!

If you or anyone you know is interested in learning more about The Lakeside Village or would like to schedule a tour of the community, please call Angie Holloway at (641) 755-3443 or (641) 757-9800.

641-755-3443 • thelakesidevillage.com The Lakeside Village is at 2067 Hwy 4, one mile north of the Hwy 4 and Hwy 44 intersection in Panora.

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SINCE We Last Spoke

Perspective

If you’re a parent, you’ve probably told your kids that they have about an hour until bedtime. This is usually followed by a simultaneous groan of, “ONLY an hour?”

On the flip side, if you’d planned to head over to the park in about an hour, you’d get the same groan, followed by, “a WHOLE hour?”

An hour is an hour, but when it’s leading up to something you dread, it seems like a short amount of time, and when it’s leading up to something you enjoy, it feels like forever. It’s a simple matter of perspective.

JASON MCARTOR Farmboy

Owner/C re a tive Dire c t o r

jason@farmboyinc.com 515-314-1321 Farmboy is a Des Moines-based brand and web development firm that has formed creative foundations for clients in a broad range of industries, from sports marketing and manufacturing, to technology startups and agriculture, for over 20 years.

Their outstanding work, primarily in the areas of identity, branding, packaging and promotion has earned them recognition both statewide, as well as by national trade publications.

One person or group may think something is too big, while another thinks it’s a perfect fit. Someone may think it’s a little chilly, while everyone else in the room thinks it’s just right. Your great aunt may think the new paint color is a brilliant off-white, when it’s really eggshell.

Similar things can happen in business. A deadline, or turnaround on a project, may seem quick for the vendor, while the client may think it seems slow. A fee for producing a brochure may seem a little high to the client, when the vendor may only be clearing a small bit of profit after paying their staff for labor and production costs.

It helps, in these situations, to be clear in conveying typical schedules up front when taking on a project.

As in: Here’s WHAT we’re going to do. It’ll take THIS long. Here are the STEPS that will happen, from start to finish. And it’s not a bad idea to ask the other party whether it all makes sense to them. If you get a puzzled look, you’ll want to clarify things a bit.

The fall harvest has been bountiful for my branding and web development firm. We’ve been chosen to partner on design projects for businesses in various areas of healthcare, insurance, industry and information.

We’re working with them to develop logos and update branding systems, marketing materials, brochures, print and online advertising, and custom websites that our clients can manage themselves.

We maintain various checkpoints throughout each project and loop in the client during every step of the way. When things are presented clearly, and people are on the same page, it ensures that everyone involved is viewing things from the same perspective.

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ADVERTISING • BROCHURES • TRADESHOWS ENVIRONMENTAL • PUBLISHING • PACKAGING

Web & Brand–Hand in Hand. As a business, you have no greater sales tool than your website, and your brand is the flag that waves customers to your door. Farmboy partners with both enthusiastic entrepreneurs and climbing corporations, to deliver the message and materials to grow their business.

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FROM THE LIBRARY Leah White

WINTER READING PROGRAM NOVEMBER PROGRAMS Are you wild about reading? All ages are invited to participate in our winter reading program from Nov. 17 through Jan. 31. Sign up and read for great prizes!

FAMILY WINTER READING PROGRAM Sign up and read as a family! For each reading log your family completes, your family will be entered to win one of three grand prizes. We know families come in all shapes and sizes. You determine who makes up your family.

ADULT WINTER READING PROGRAM Sign up for the adult reading program, log your hours and activities, and you will be entered into our grand prize drawing.

NEW! We will also be introducing a new online registration and tracking program called Beanstack, where you can register the entire family, log your reading and earn incentives! Sign up today at waukeelibrary.beanstack.org.

To find out more about the Winter Reading Program, visit waukeepubliclibrary.org

CHRISTMAS CARNIVAL Saturday, Dec. 3, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Drop into the library to welcome the holiday season!

Enjoy the atmosphere with the launch of the library's 11th Annual Festival of Trees, as well as sweet treats from the WPL Friends Foundation. Adults can have fun voting for their favorite tree and start their Christmas shopping while supporting teen programs at the library by bidding on gift baskets from our Teen Advisory Board. Kids of all ages can have their picture taken with Santa, make seasonal crafts and join in some reindeer games—candy cane table hockey, antler ring toss, pin the nose on Rudolph and more.

DECEMBER PROGRAMS

Engineering is Elementary

Engineering is Elementary

Nov. 4, 4:30 p.m.

Dec. 2, 4:30 p.m.

Students in grades 1-5 are invited to join us for exciting engineering experiments from Iowa’s STEM Scale-Up Program. Please register at https://wplstem.eventbrite. com or call the library to register.

Students in grades 1-5 are invited to join us for exciting engineering experiments from Iowa’s STEM Scale-Up Program. Please register at https://wplstem.eventbrite. com or call the library to register.

Family Movie: The Jungle Book

Movie Matinee: White Christmas

Nov. 5, 1:00 p.m.

Dec. 13, 1:30 p.m.

Families are invited to watch a movie on the big screen at the library and enjoy free fresh popcorn, popped by our teen volunteers. Movies are not supervised by library staff.

Family Movie: Kung Fu Panda 3 Dec. 3, 1:00 p.m.

Nov. 8, 1:30 p.m.

Families are invited to watch a movie on the big screen at the library and enjoy free fresh popcorn, popped by our teen volunteers. Movies are not supervised by library staff.

LEGO Club

LEGO Club

Nov. 12, 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Dec. 10, 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

All LEGO fans are invited to drop in and play with the library’s extensive collection of LEGOs! Final creations may be photographed and shared online.

All LEGO fans are invited to drop in and play with the library’s extensive collection of LEGOs! Final creations may be photographed and shared online.

Paws to Read

Paws to Read

Nov. 12, 9:00 a.m.

Dec. 10, 9:00 a.m.

Young readers are invited to register for a 10-minute time window to read to a registered therapy dog.

Students are encouraged to arrive with a book ready to read. The dogs’ trainers will remain in the room, and parents may also remain in the room but are encouraged to sit quietly to the side. If time allows, walk-ins will be served on a first-come, first-served basis. Please register at https://wpl-paws2read. eventbrite.com or call the library to register.

Young readers are invited to register for a 10-minute time window to read to a registered therapy dog.

Students are encouraged to arrive with a book ready to read. The dogs’ trainers will remain in the room, and parents may also remain in the room but are encouraged to sit quietly to the side. If time allows, walk-ins will be served on a first-come, first-served basis. Please register at https://wpl-paws2read. eventbrite.com or call the library to register.

Movie Matinee: Concussion

Winter Family Reading Program Kickoff with Blank Park Zoo Nov. 17, 6:30 p.m.

For more library information, contact us at askme@waukee.org or 515-978-7944.

Families are invited to attend the kickoff of our Wild About Reading Winter Family Reading Program with live animal guests from the Blank Park Zoo! UNPLUGGED: All Ages Board Games Nov. 19, 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Tired of your smartphone, Wii and Xbox games? Come to the library to play “old-school” board games like Sorry, Apples to Apples and Trivial Pursuit. Children, teens and adults welcome. May the best player win!

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FROM YOUR Waukee Chamber

Waukee 2016 State House and Senate Candidate Forum The Waukee Area Chamber of Commerce Government Affairs Committee hosted the Waukee State House and Senate Candidate Forum on Saturday, Oct. 1 at the Waukee High School Auditorium. Waukee Chamber Board Chair Charlie Bottenberg provided the welcome and introduction of the candidates and moderator, Waukee Chamber President and CEO, Melinda Behn. State House Representative Rob Taylor, who is running unopposed, provided an introduction and statement. Candidates for State Senate, Mr. Andrew Barnes and Senator Charles Schneider participated in the forum, discussing topics including education, taxation, health, environment and energy.

Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony for Kissed Peach Wax Saloon

CHARLIE BOTTENBERG 2016 Bo a rd P re sident i nfo@ wa u ke e c h a mber.c o m

Our Mission: An association of businesses, organizations and individuals dedicated to promoting growth and prosperity in our local economy.

Mercy Waukee Medical Clinic Open House

The Waukee Area Chamber of Commerce helped welcome new business Kissed Peach Wax Saloon to the Waukee community with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Sept. 29. Guests met owner Kirstin Belken, learned about the organization’s skincare and waxing services, saw a live Botox demonstration with Nurse Practitioner and Gold Injectionist Susanne Landgrebe, and enjoyed door prizes, hors d'oeuvres and beverages. Kissed Peach Wax Saloon is located at 506 6th Street in Waukee.

Google Workshop: Let's Put our Cities on the Map Pam Johnson, former NCI SBDC Regional Director, facilitated a workshop to help local businesses be found by potential customers through online searches.

Businesses that have complete business information online are twice as likely to be considered by reputable customers.

Waukee Chamber September Networking Luncheon Thank you to all members who joined us to hear from Waukee Community School District Superintendent David Wilkerson and incoming Superintendent Cindi McDonald. Guests had the opportunity to develop business relationships, provide a brief introduction and enjoy catering by a local restaurant.

Congratulations to Charter Bank on 15 Years in Waukee!

Charter Bank hosted a customer and community appreciation event on Sept. 15 with smoked pork loin sandwiches, beverages and a live band. Thanks to Greg Grote and everyone at Charter Bank for all you do to support the Waukee community! Charter Bank is located at 455 6th Street in Waukee.

The Mercy Waukee Medical Clinic held an open house on Monday, September 12th to celebrate the recent addition of pediatric services and to welcome Dr. Francis and Dr. Etscheidt!

Waukee Medicap Pharmacy Customer Appreciation Tailgate Thanks to Cindy and her team at Medicap Pharmacy for welcoming the Waukee community on Sept. 9 for a tailgate celebration!

Chamber of Commerce Day for the Waukee Economic Development Bus Tour The Waukee Economic Development Bus Tour was held on Thursday, Sept. 8. The Chamber of Commerce welcomed over 100 guests for the fourth annual event. The City of Waukee guided the hour-long tour showcasing business, school and residential development projects in Waukee. Hosting sponsor Springs at Waukee provided a Business After-Hours following the tour with beverages and appetizers in their clubhouse overlooking the pool.

The Waukee Area Chamber of Commerce Economic Development Committee works in cooperation with the City of Waukee, Waukee Chamber members and others to promote economic growth in the Waukee area. Thank you to our bus tour sponsors, including Access Systems, City of Waukee, Downing Development, Gilcrest/Jewett Lumber Company, Hurd Real Estate Services, Iowa Realty, Springs at Waukee, Waukee Area Chamber of Commerce and West Bank!

We appreciate all Chamber members and guests for participating. Check out event photos on the Chamber’s Facebook page!

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WAUKEE HISTORY Sue Ellen Kennedy

OUR AREA COAL MINES AND THE COMMUNITY In 1883, a group of Waukee businessmen first gathered to discuss the possibility that there may be coal in the area. In 1919, a man named Mr. Harris began the undertaking of starting the area’s first coal mine.

In 1920, The Harris Coal Mine was established. A 417-foot mine shaft was dug and proper infrastructure was completed. The Harris Mine was located two and a half miles northeast of Hickman Road in Waukee. The mine closed in 1927.

The Shuler Coal Company operated from 1921 to 1949. It employed up to 500 men and used 32 mules. It was located on Douglas, about three-quarters of a mile east and slightly north of the Harris Mine—across the street from where Shuler Elementary School is today.

The work in the mines was very dangerous and required hard physical labor. Dangers included cave-ins and exposure to exhaust gases from carbide lamps. The working environment inside the mines was cramped, dark and dusty, and the temperature varied depending on the depth of the shaft. Small tools were used to put timbers in place to help prevent cave-ins. A siren would go off in the camp to alert workers and residents of accidents in the mine.

Carbide lamps were the main source of light inside the mines. Hand drills were used to place dynamite in coal veins, and the blasting was done mainly at night so other workers would not be in the area. In the morning, workers would break the coal into 20- to 50-pound pieces to be loaded into coal cars and brought to the surface. Mules pulled the coal carts to elevators, which brought the carts up to the surface. One of these mules was named Pete (pictured). Pete the mule worked for 28 years at the Shuler Mine. He eventually lost his eyesight from being in the dark for so many years, but regained it after his retirement.

The mines provided an economical opportunity for immigrants from Italy and central European countries. The Shuler Mine Camp had family housing, a gas station used for fuel and car repair, a general store, a tavern and a school for the miners’ children. The families were sustained by seasonal gardens, fish, wildlife and items sold at the general store. Miners would gather inside the store and tavern to socialize.

The Shuler Camp had many activities for everyone, from music groups to a baseball team. Accordion music was very popular. In the summertime, swimming in area gravel pits was a favorite activity among the children. Many of them would attend Bible camps in the summer, as well.

When the Shuler Mine closed in 1949, foreman Donald Cruikshank (pictured) was the last man out. He worked his entire adult life in the coal mining industry.

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