April 24, 2014
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Area students graduate from D.A.R.E. Read all these stories, and much MORE, in THE NEWS this Week! • EB Board accepts Mossman’s retirement • News from Rowley, Aurora, Quasqueton! • Supervisors hear request for road improvements • Meteorologist visits senior center • School News & Sports! • Area Community & Business News • Weddings, Engagements, Anniversaries, Community Events, Area Obituaries, Recipe Box, Color Photos, More!
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Touring the Gems of Buchanan County By Dan Cohen, Executive Director Buchanan Co. Conservation Board
The beauty and natural wonders of Buchanan County exist all around us. These natural gems, however, are often hidden from us as we motor down the blacktop. This is the second in a series of articles that will serve as a tour of some of the splendid places protected by the Buchanan County Conservation Board for public use and enjoyment. No matter where you live in Buchanan County, you are never more than a 20-minute drive from some natural splendor, protected and managed for everyone to enjoy! This tour of Buchanan County gems will visit the west-central townships – Westburg and Perry. Crumbacher Wildlife The largest of the Conservation Board’s public properties is located just a few miles southwest of Independence. Crumbacher Wildlife Area is a diverse area of wetlands and prairies, located along a wooded corridor of Lime Creek. Signs direct visitors to Crumbacher on County Road D22 a mile west of Independence. The signs lead to the east entrance, but parking lots also exist on the north (240th St.) and south (250th St.) sides of the property. Conservation Board staff mow paths throughout Crumbacher. The paths provide great access to various features of the area, but also serve as burn breaks for 15 separate prairie and savannah management areas. The exact location varies from year to
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year depending on which areas are planned for burns the following spring. Equestrian use of trails is allowed at Crumbacher. To get an idea of the variety of nature to be experienced, park at the northwest lot and start walking south. As you begin your walk, you will pass a windbreak of pines, cedar, and shrubs on your right and vast open prairie to your left. The prairie was reconstructed on previous farm land. As you continue walking, you will come to a constructed wetland. This time of year, you are likely to see a variety of waterfowl, wading birds, swallows, muskrats and other wildlife that use the wetland. As you continue through the mid-section of Crumbacher, you will pass some native stands of prairie – vegetation that dates back prior to settlement. Some of this area includes young burr oak trees that are slowly establishing to create a savannah habitat. Lime Creek meanders through the woods on your left. Soon, you will be walking along a long section of pines and hardwood trees that were planted about 25 years ago. The trail spills out into a native prairie area along 250th St. The diversity of habitats at Crumbacher provides opportunities for deer, turkey, pheasant, and waterfowl hunting, and viewing of lots of other wildlife. Hodges and North Wildlife Area The Widger Quarry south of Jesup was operated for many years by Basic Materials Corporation. Once the rock was played-out, plans were made to convert the site to a natural area, and donate it to the county. The Conservation Board named the property in honor of two area educators – Hodges and North. Hodges and North Wildlife Area is located just south of Highway 20, off County Road V62. After taking ownership, Conservation Board staff began the long work of rehabilitating a much altered landscape. Years of quarry operation left behind compacted ground with little to no sub-soils. Gullies needed to be filled and seeded, additional areas of upland habitat were seeded, and invasive plants – especially crown vetch – required a long-term control plan. The result of all this work is one of the best restored upland habitat areas in the county. In addition, there is a quarry pond that contains some fish. This year, the pond received its first-ever stocking of channel catfish. The Wapsipinicon River – Perry Township The Wapsipinicon River corridor is the main natural feature in Buchanan County. The Wapsi is a natural treasure, and has been recognized as such through its designations as a Protected Waters Area, Bird Conservation Area, and state
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water trail. The river corridor provides the bulk of the county’s wildlife habitat and outdoor recreation opportunities for area residents. This is especially true for the river corridor in Perry Township. Through willing agreements with conservation-minded landowners, much of the Wapsipinicon River corridor in Perry Township is protected in public trust. Public lands begin with the DNR’s Buckles and Clay Area on the south side of the river near the west county line. Located on County Road V62, on the north side of the river, the county’s Cutshall Area contains woods, wetlands and river access for those wishing to hunt, hike, fish, or begin a float downriver. As you begin floating the river at Cutshall, you will have the Anderson Addition public lands on your south. As you continue downstream you will float along the DNR’s Cutshall property (north side), and then Buchanan County’s Mickey Fox Area, which stretches to the west side of Littleton. South of the Littleton Dam is the McGlaughlin Easement public river access. A little further down is the Cortright Wildlife Area. Cortright Wildlife Area is located along River Road, with signs pointing the way on County Road D16 on the east side of Littleton. Cortright is a diverse area containing about a mile of Wapsipinicon riverfront, with sandbars and fishing holes. In 2010, a channel was dug to connect a couple of Cortright’s five ponds to the river – providing an enhanced area for fish to spawn and potentially over-winter. Much of the 190 acres are wooded, but an area of restored upland prairie exists on the west side. Cortright is a great place to hike, view wildlife, hunt, fish, and relax. Make a point to visit the often-hidden gems of Buchanan County, or simply be aware the next time you drive by and see a Conservation Board arrowhead sign. These places exist for people to enjoy! Watch the newspaper for the next installment of Touring the Gems of Buchanan County! Pictured, inset: Public natural areas are enjoyed while paddling the Wapsipinicon River through Perry Township.
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Free community shred day On April 29, Independence Federal Bank for Savings, along with the Northeast Iowa Area Agency on Aging and Iowa Senior Medicare Patrol, will sponsor a free Community Shred Day at the Independence Healthy Lifestyles (Senior) Center parking lot. Organizers encourage any resident, any age, in Buchanan County to bring documents containing personal identifiable information to the senior center from 2 – 4 PM to be shredded on-site. “Any information that contains social security numbers, names and date of birth, drivers license numbers, account numbers and any other identifiable information should always be shredded before discarding,” commented Mike McGill, Vice President at Independence Federal Bank for Savings. “On-site shredding will shred your documents during the Community Shred Day so you can be at ease that your personal information is discarded properly.” Those unable to bring documents to be shredded on that date, are encouraged to purchase a shredder to safeguard against identity theft. McGill said, “The key is that anything with personal information should be kept in a secure place or shredded and under no circumstance should you give any personal information out over the phone or electronically unless you initiated the phone call to a trusted source.” Information about identity theft prevention will be available at Independence Federal Bank for Savings as well as the senior center leading up to and during the event. “The shred day is for anyone in Buchanan County; but, for those who need assistance, we will have personnel at the senior center to help unload your documents. Please ask a trusted person to help carry and load your documents for transport to the shred day,” commented Diana Johnson, Senior Services Coordinator with Northeast Iowa Area Agency on Aging for Buchanan County. “We encourage everyone to attend the community shred day to keep your personal information out of the hands of crooks.” For questions, call Independence Federal Bank for Savings at 319.334.2545 or the senior center at 319-334.7011.
Whole Grains for Whole Health
“Whole grains are cereal grains that consist of the intact, ground, cracked, or flaked kernel, which includes the bran, the germ, and the inner most part of the kernel” –Food and Drug Administration. Do you know the whole truth about whole grains? Learn the importance of adding more whole grain products to your diet. All grains begin as “whole” grains. A grain is made up of three parts: the bran, the germ, and the endosperm. The bran is the outer layer of the grain/kernel and contains important nutrients. The germ is the embryo and also contains vitamins and minerals, along with protein and healthy fats. Lastly, the endosperm is the largest part of the kernel and is the germ’s food supply.
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When whole grains are refined to other products, the bran and the germ are typically removed and only the endosperm remains. This means that the product loses many of its important nutrients during the refining process. The WHOLE grain is much healthier because it includes the grain in its entirety and, therefore, provides more protein, fiber, and important vitamins and minerals.
Look for whole grains at the grocery store! Have your family try a new whole grain option in place of a refined alternative. Try whole wheat spaghetti, whole grain rice, or whole wheat bread. Millet, bulgur, and quinoa are a few other great whole grain options to try.
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Buchanan County ISU Extension and Outreach, along with FJ Krob & Company and Innovative Ag Service of Independence, hosted a Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea Virus Update Wednesday, April 16. Dr. Rodney “Butch” Baker, with the ISU Department of Veterinary Medicine, and Mark Storlie shared latest information about PEDV with 18 stakeholders from around the area who had a desire to learn more about the virus that is affecting swine operations across the country. Baker talked about porcine coronaviruses in U.S. swine; history of the virus and how quickly it is being spread. Storlie discussed biosecurity and its importance. Questions were asked and answered throughout the program. Those unable to attend the PEDV Update in Independence but would like more information about PEDV or other swine related information, subscribe to the ‘Snouts and Tails’ newsletter. To subscribe go to the following link to request your name be added to the list: http://www.extension.iastate.edu/ fayette/content/subscribe-snouts-tails-newsletters To learn more about Buchanan County ISU Extension and Outreach programming, visit www.extension.iastate.edu/buchanan or call 319-334-7161.
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Buchanan County Board of Supervisors April 14, 2014 The Buchanan County Board of Supervisors met in regular session at 9:00 a.m. on Monday, April 14, 2014 with Ellen Gaffney, Chairman in the Chair, Gary Gissel and Ralph Kremer present. Absent, none. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Motion by Gissel second by Kremer to approve the minutes of the April 7th and April 8th meetings. All in favor, motion carried. Motion by Kremer second by Gissel to approve the employee reimbursement claims in the amount of $1,929.64 filed with the County Auditor for payment. All in favor, motion carried. Motion by Kremer second by Gissel to approve the liquor license renewal for The Winthrop Golf Club, d/b/a Buffalo Creek Golf Course and Country Club, Winthrop. All in favor, motion carried. Motion by Gissel second by Kremer to approve the ownership change for the Buchanan County Fair Association’s liquor license. All in favor, motion carried. Motion by Gissel second by Kremer to approve the fireworks permit for Dennis and Barb Lindsay, 3349 220th St., Masonville, effective May 31, 2014. All in favor, motion carried. Environmental Health/Zoning Administrator, Chad Beatty presented his monthly report. The balance of the grant to counties (well testing) is $2,221.82. The department plans to complete 30 water samples in the 4th quarter to exhaust the grant balance. The State will be requiring applications for the additional grant dollars this year. Administrator Beatty reviewed the status of the FY14 budget. The part-time Well Water Collector/E-911 Sign Installer position will be posted and advertised this week. Motion by Gissel second by Kremer to accept the report. All in favor, motion carried. Assistant County Attorney, Michael Hudson addressed the Board regarding their input in the wind turbine ordinance. Supervisor Kremer agreed that a bond requirement be included in the ordinance for repairs to the road and guidelines for placement of lines. Discussion was held regarding an escrow account vs a bond requirement. The Board agreed a bond requirement is preferred for the road repairs and an escrow account for decommission of the turbines. GIS/E911 Coordinator, James Quinn presented his department report to the Board. The required
The News & The Guide E-911 documents were submitted to the State on March 28th. The E-911 Executive Board voted to discontinue the use of the Hawkeye tower site. Best Services has completed the annual maintenance of the tower site generators. Quinn discussed the road signage issue at 1251 Clayton Blvd. and 165th Street. Quinn will meet with the property owner to propose a property address change. The Iowa Carryover Fund Grant Program dollars available for each PSAP will be $100,000 with no matching funds required. Quinn will meet with the Board at a future date to discuss the project application. The fire district maps have been acquired for all districts except Masonville and Quasqueton. Pictometry Online has been activated and 18 prepared GIS layers have been loaded. The Assessor’s office has access at this time. Coordinator Quinn attended the Eastern Iowa GIS users’ group meeting. The main topic was the use of the United States National Grid System. Quinn attended the NENA conference in Des Moines. GeoComm has been retained by the State of Iowa to assist in establishing statewide NG9-1-1 GIS standards. The county web-site is in the beta stage. Training is setup for departments this week for adding information to the site. Motion by Kremer second by Gissel to accept the report. All in favor, motion carried. The Board met with Bill Versluis and Fred Smock from the local RAGBRAI committee to discuss an ordinance for vendors during RAGBRAI 2014. The committee expressed concerns of outside vendors failing to get required permits and the failure to follow health guidelines. It was agreed to have the Independence RAGBRAI committee work with the County Attorney’s office to develop an ordinance to be presented to the Board at a future meeting. County Auditor, Cindy Gosse and GIS Director, James Quinn presented the Web Content Guidelines developed by the Website Committee. After discussion, motion by Gissel second by Kremer to approve the Web Content Guidelines as presented. All in favor, motion carried. EMA Director, Rick Wulfekuhle presented his monthly report. Wulfekuhle expressed the necessity of the United States National Grid System and how it will help the emergency services in Buchanan County and the State of Iowa. Wulfekuhle attended a meeting with the Iowa Disaster Human Resources Council regarding unmet needs for individual assistance. The County participated in the state-wide drill with the National Weather Service on March 26th. The gator for emergency response is almost complete with the help of
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a $6,190 grant from Black Hawk Gaming. The installation of the security cameras is complete. The Duane Arnold Energy Center Federal evaluation is set for April 15th. A joint exercise is planned with Public Health May 14th. Director Wulfekuhle will share the minutes of the E-911 Executive Board meeting held April 10th with a list of the projects underway. Motion by Kremer second by Gissel accept the monthly report. All in favor, motion carried. Sheriff’s Captain Steve Hepke discussed the proposal from Hawkeye Alarm & Signal Company for an Access Control System for the courthouse with the Board. After discussion, motion by Gissel second by Kremer to approve the proposal in the amount of $5,975. All in favor, motion carried. Motion by Gissel second by Kremer to approve the following resolutions. On roll call all voted aye thereon. Motion carried. RESOLUTION 14-21 AND NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT NO. 14-A-05 BUCHANAN CO, IOWA The rezoning of property located in Homer Township, Section 31, four acres from “A-1” agricultural to “R-3” residential. BE IT ORDAINED: That Section IV of the Buchanan County, Iowa, Zoning Ordinance be amended to reflect the zoning change on the official zoning maps as follows: Beginning at the SW corner of parcel 100-001 of the NW ¼ of the NW ¼ in Sec. 31, T87N, R9W of the 5th P.M., Buchanan County, Iowa, th S205 ft to the point of beginning. Th E500 ft, S400 ft, W500 ft, N400 ft to the point of beginning. To allow construction of single-family dwelling. The Buchanan County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on the aforementioned amendment at 9:45 a.m. on April 28, 2014 in the Supervisors’ Chambers of the Buchanan County Courthouse, Independence, Iowa. Passed this 14th day of April 2014. RESOLUTION 14-22 AND NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT NO. 14-A-06 BUCHANAN CO, IOWA The rezoning of property located in Westburg Township, Section 6, four acres from “R-3” residential and “A-1” agricultural to “C-M” commercial-manufacturing. BE IT ORDAINED: That Section IV of the Buchanan County, Iowa, Zoning Ordinance be amended to reflect the zoning change on the official zoning maps as follows: Beginning at the NE corner of Parcel M in the NW ¼ of Sec. 6, T88N, R10W of the 5th P.M., Bu-
chanan County, Iowa, th 350 ft N to Parcel B, th W500 ft, S350 ft, E500 ft to the point of beginning. To allow construction of a shop facility for an ag tiling business. The Buchanan County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on the aforementioned amendment at 9:50 a.m. on April 28, 2014 in the Supervisors’ Chambers of the Buchanan County Courthouse, Independence, Iowa. Passed this 14th day of April 2014. RESOLUTION 14-23 and NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BE IT RESOLVED that a public hearing on amending the plat of Woodland Estates Addition will be held at 9:55 a.m., April 28, 2014 in the Board of Supervisors’ Chambers of the Buchanan County Courthouse, Independence, Iowa. Passed this 28th day of April 2014. RESOLUTION 14-24 AND NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT NO. 14-A-07 BUCHANAN CO, IOWA The rezoning of property located in Washington Township, Section 33, 5 ¾ acres from “C-M” commercial manufacturing and “I” industrial to “R-3” residential. BE IT ORDAINED: That Section IV of the Buchanan County, Iowa, Zoning Ordinance be amended to reflect the zoning change on the official zoning maps as follows: Beginning at the SW corner of Parcel K in the SW ¼ of Sec. 33, T89N, R9W of the 5th P.M., Buchanan County, Iowa, th 335 ft E, 805 ft S, 280 ft W, th 811 ft NW along the center of Golf Course Blvd. to the point of beginning. To sever a parcel to construct a dwelling. The Buchanan County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on the aforementioned amendment at 10:00 a.m. on April 28, 2014 in the Supervisors’ Chambers of the Buchanan County Courthouse, Independence, Iowa. Passed this 14th day of April 2014. Motion by Gissel second by Kremer to approve the following resolution. On roll call all voted aye thereon. Motion carried. RESOLUTION 14-25 WHEREAS, Buchanan County is committed to establishing and maintaining a workplace that is safe and secure for both employees and visitors; and WHEREAS, to enhance this commitment, the county has installed and is utilizing security cameras at the Buchanan County Courthouse; and WHEREAS, the existence of said cameras does not guarantee they will be monitored in real time 24 hours a day, seven days a week; and WHEREAS, a formal access
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of five percent of the bid or the estimated total contract cost of the public improvement and shall be in the form of a cashier’s or certified check drawn on a bank in the State of Iowa or on a bank chartered under the laws of the United States, a certified share draft drawn on a credit union in Iowa or chartered under the law of the United States, or other corporate surety satisfactory to the Buchanan County Board of Supervisors. All bids must be filed on the forms furnished by the Buchanan County Auditor’s office, sealed and plainly marked “Public Improvement Bid.” Proposals containing any reservations not provided for in the forms furnished may be rejected. The County Board of Supervisors reserves the right to waive technicalities and to reject any and all bids. Buchanan County, Iowa in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, 78 Stat.252, 42 USC 2000d-4 and Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations, Department of Transportation, Subtitle A, Office of the Secretary, Part 21, the Recipient agrees that the United States has a right to seek judicial enforcement with regard to any matter arising under the Act, the Regulations and this assurance. Bidder shall acquire adequate liability insurance coverage and provide satisfactory proof of such coverage to the County upon acceptance of bid. For purposes of this paragraph, “adequate liability insurance coverage” shall mean coverage in an amount not less than Two Million Dollars ($2,000,000.00) for personal injury proximately caused by negligence of contractor and/or his agents or employees, Two Million Dollars ($2,000,000.00) for any one accident proximately caused by negligence of contractor and/or his agents or employees, and One Million Dollars ($1,000,000.00) for any damage to property caused by negligence of contractor and/or his agents or employees. Said insurance policy shall name Buchanan County as an insured. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Board of Supervisors directs the County Auditor to publish said Notice to Contractors. Passed this 14thday of April 2014. County Auditor, Cindy Gosse requested the use of the Public Health/DHS building meeting room for the Independence 3rd Ward voting precinct. After discussion, motion by Kremer second by Gissel to approve the use of the meeting room for a voting precinct. All in favor, motion carried. Motion by Kremer second by Gissel to adjourn at 10:57 a.m. All in favor, motion carried. Ellen Gaffney, Chairman ATTEST: Cindy Gosse, Auditor
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Auxilians’ generosity beneďŹ ts RMC Submitted by RMC The 2014 session was scheduled to end Tuesday, April 22. While at the time I write this, it’s unclear if we’ll finish exactly on time, we’re going to keep working right up to the end to resolve our differences and grow the middle class. I hope that we can continue to work across the aisle to debate the budgets. Nearly all major pieces of the budget are moving and have passed one chamber or the other. A few have been agreed upon by both the House and Senate while others have been sent to a special conference committees comprised of legislators from each party and each chamber to reconcile our differences. It was great to have my family come visit with me at the Capitol. We had the privilege to tour the entire Capitol together and even traveled to the top of the dome. It is always nice to have family visit us here and have my fellow colleagues able to learn a little bit more about me and my family. On Wednesday, my fellow legislators and I also had the privilege to meet Head Coach Fred Hoiberg and the Iowa State University Men’s Basketball team. It was great to be able to honor their accomplishments this year. Thanks to all of the players, coaches, and staff for a successful year. I will continue to work in a bipartisan manner for all policies that strengthen Iowans, enhance our skilled workforce, reduce poverty, and enrich our rural schools and communities. I will continue to work diligently in my committees and to represent my district to the best of my ability. Please reach out to me if you have any questions or concerns regarding legislation or just have a concern regarding our district and state. I would enjoy hearing from my constituents and helping to resolve any issues that may come up. It is my honor and a humbling experience to be the State Representative for our community. I appreciate the messages and correspondence I receive from people in the District. You can always contact me anytime at bruce.bearinger@legis.iowa. gov or 515-281-3221.
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Now is the perfect time to have pressure canners tested in order to can safely this year. Buchanan County ISU Extension will check National, Maid of Honor, and Presto canners. Simply bring the lid (including the gauge) to Buchanan County ISU Extension and Outreach, 2600 Swan Lake Blvd., Suite A, Independence. Rosemary will be happy to check it, free of charge, for safety. Call 319-3347161 for additional information.
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City of Rowley Regular Council Meeting April 10, 2014 Mayor Knutson called the Council Meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Council present: Hemsath, Parizek, Fangman and Janaszak. Citizens Present: Deputy Chesmore M/S/C: Fangman/Janaszak all ayes to approve the minutes from March 13, 2014 Regular Council Meeting. M/S/C: Parizek/Hemsath all ayes to accept the Treasurer Report for March 2014. General ....................$132,605.37 Road Use.......................6 , 8 6 0 . 3 8 Debt Service ..................4 , 3 4 9 . 7 1 Sewer ........................195,902.44 TOTAL .......................339,717.90 M/S/C: Hemsath/Janaszak all ayes to approve the following expenses for April 2014. General CIWA-water/Community Center .......................................2 5 . 4 6 CIWA-water/Fire Dept. .......2 5 . 4 6 IRS-payroll taxes ..............2 2 6 . 1 8
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Justice budget strengthens public safety
This week, the Senate voted to appropriate more than $554 million to ensure safety for Iowans and communities throughout the state by adequately funding our prisons, our courts, the Department of Public Safety, the Attorney General, and other agencies and functions of our justice system. As approved by the Senate, this year’s Justice Budget (House File 2450) provides extra money to the Department of Corrections to hire more prison guards. Prisons are dangerous places. Additional guards will help keep the staff and public safe by maintaining control and preventing escapes. The Justice Budget also invests in Iowa’s successful Drug Courts, which reduce crime by teaching offenders how to stay off drugs and become responsible, contributing members of society. Participants are held accountable for their behavior and must adhere to the strict rules of the program or go straight to prison. Drug Courts also save taxpayer dollars. Each offender who participates in Drug Court saves thousands in tax dollars each year. Consistent with the Governor’s recommendation, the Senate’s Justice Budget also provides full funding for victims’ assistance grants. The House failed to approve adequate funding for these grants, which go to programs that assist victims of domestic violence and sexual assault. Last year, these programs helped more than 27,000 Iowans find safe housing, seek counseling, get jobs and learn how to escape from an abusive relationship. We also voted to put more state troopers on Iowa highways. More patrol officers make for safer roads and quicker response times when someone needs assistance, whether it is responding to an accident, a crime or a simple breakdown.
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The annual Camp Courageous Omelet Breakfast and Open House will be 7 AM-1 PM April 27 in the Camp’s Main Lodge. Made-to-order omelets will be prepared with topping choices of ham, onions, green peppers, and cheese. Sausage, toast, coffee, juice, and milk will also be served. It is recommended to come early. The cost is $6 for adults and $3 for children under 12. All proceeds benefit Camp Courageous. There will be guided tours of Camp Courageous with visits to the Sill Barn, Nature Center, Train Depot, camper cabins, MultiIN THE MATTER OF THE Purpose Building, indoor pool, and more. The camp store, loESTATE OF CARL E. BLAKE, cated in Beckwith Visitors Center, will be open throughout the DECEASED. THE IOWA DISTRICT COURT morning and a video presentation about the camp will be availBUCHANAN COUNTY able for viewing. Probate No. ESPR006832 NOTICE OF PROBATE OF The camp is located five WILL, OF APPOINTMENT OF miles southeast of Monticello EXECUTOR, AND NOTICE TO at 12007 190th Street, MontiCREDITORS To All Person Interested in the cello (east of Highway 38).
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Estate of Carl E. Blake, Deceased, who died on or about March 22, 2014: You are hereby notiďŹ ed that on the 4th day of April, 2014, the last will and testament of CARL E. BLAKE, deceased, bearing date of the 4th day of March, 2013, was admitted to probate in the above named court and that RICHARD JACOBSEN & ERIC SNYDER were appointed executors of the estate. Any action to set aside the will must be brought in the district court of said county within the later to occur of four months from the date of the second publication of this notice or one month from the date of mailing of this notice to all heirs of the decedent and devisees under the will whose identities are reasonably ascertainable, or thereafter be forever barred. Notice is further given that all persons indebted to the estate are requested to make immediate payment to the undersigned, and creditors having claims against the estate shall ďŹ le them with the clerk of the above named district court, as provided by law, duly authenticated, for allowance, and unless so ďŹ led by the later to occur of four months from the second publication of this notice or one month from the date of mailing of this notice (unless otherwise allowed or paid) a claim is thereafter forever barred. Dated this 8th day of April, 2014. RICHARD JACOBSEN & ERIC SNYDER, Executors of Estate, 511 1st ST., Traer, IA 50674 and 206 Hill Court, Cedar Falls, IA 50613. STEVEN K. RISTVEDT, ICIS PIN NO.: AT0006595, ATTORNEY FOR EXECUTOR, RISTVEDT LAW OFFICES, P.C., 309 1ST STREET EAST, PO BOX 150, INDEPENDENCE, IA 50644. Date of second publication: April 24, 2014.
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for approval of waiver for a period of 6 months. John Evers was present to go over Insurance Renewal Policy. It was felt that current full coverage on City Pickup should be decreased to liability and that rescue boat coverage should be increased. Bill Crow and Dorance Kirby were present at the meeting to announce that this year’s Car Show was going to be held on August 16th from 8am to 3pm. They were asking permission to have road closure of Dubuque St from Water Street to just in front of Post OfďŹ ce. Clerk is to get paperwork together for approval. A motion was made by Stanford and seconded by Nelson for preapproval of Tree Grant Application when completed. Pruning of City Trees was discussed. There is a tree on Walnut St. that needs to be taken down. The plan for trees at school playground is to trim and prune trees, other trees to also be planted. A motion was made by Nelson and second by Stanford to take down big trees if new trees appear to have stress issues. City also discussed continued spraying of Spruce Trees in town. A motion was made by Werling and second
by Nelson to have ditches sprayed. Also discussed was cleaning of culverts. A motion was made by Stanford and second by Nelson to pay half of what is due to Dave Schmidt. Clerk is also supposed to send Post OfďŹ ce bill for work that Kress had done in alley. A motion was made by Payne and second by Stanford for approval of Law Enforcement Report. Clerks Report was reviewed, City Wide Cleanup is set for May 17th, 2014. It was also noted that Clerk is in need of computer update due to Windows XP expiring; a motion was made by Nelson and seconded by Werling for approval to have Clerk purchase new Computer with a cap of $500. A review of Public Works and QES Report was done. Treasurer Report was given, it was noted that Emergency Services and Roads need to have additional funds added to budget. Community Club advised Council that there would not be any TePee Days this year, due to no one wanting to assist with getting involved with planning. Mayor advised everyone that Loren Ellis had donated 2 additional
picnic tables and the City was purchasing 2 more. It was decided that Campground collector, Hepker did not have to hand out campground rules but should have a copy. Clerk will ensure that she has a copy. There was a review of applications that had been received for summer hire. A motion was made by Werling and second by Stanford to hire Adrienne Staton, all in favor. There were a couple of matters that Council maintained concern about discussed. Jimmy Hoveland arrived late to ask Council permission to have chickens on his property. Council advised him that could not have any roosters and a limited number to 4 chickens that had to be pinned up. If there was any complaints or problems would have to get rid of chickens, Clerk to do resolution for next meeting for approval. A motion was made by Werling and second by Payne for adjournment of meeting. Time was 8:30pm, recorded by Arnold. Gallery Excavating-Dam Project .............................. 11 6 , 3 3 0 . 6 3 Rowley Savings Bank- 941 Payment..................................9 8 5 . 3 6 Ipers-Mthly Payment.........5 0 0 . 9 6 Arnold, Anita I ...................6 5 4 . 9 6
Sandberg, Jay D ............1 , 9 5 5 . 0 6 Waste Management of WI-MN -Pickup for March ..........2 , 9 9 3 . 0 7 Kirkwood Community College-Multiple Trainig .......................6 0 0 . 0 0 Matheson Tri-Gas, Inc.-Oxygen & Hazardous Material ............2 4 . 7 0 Municipal Pipe Tool Co. Inc.-Emergency ................................4 4 2 . 5 0 Hausers Water Conditioning- Services 4/14 Statement ............6 . 0 0 East Buchanan Telephone Co-OpPhone Lines 3/1/14...........4 3 3 . 5 7 Peters Law OfďŹ ce-Professional Services .................................1 3 8 . 0 0 Quasky Mart-4/1/14 Statement..................................4 5 0 . 8 8 Wal-Mart-Park Supplies ......4 7 . 4 0 The News-Minutes/Advertisement.................................. 1 1 2 . 3 4 Sandol Lab-Wastewater Testing .....................................2 3 6 . 0 0 Yearous Trucking-Rock for repair of road ..................................2 2 1 . 6 8 Buchanan County AuditorLaw Contract 4/1/14-6/30/14 .......................................4 , 9 8 6 . 0 0 CIWA-Mthly Water ..............5 0 . 9 2 CLIA Laboratory Program-CLIA ID Number 16D1082467 .......1 5 0 . 0 0 Vanous, Nicole..................1 2 0 . 0 0 Hawkeye Fire And Safety-Hydrotest SCBA ................................2 9 1 . 0 0 Emergency Medical Products-Sup-
plies .................................. - 8 5 . 5 0 Alliant Utilities -VOID: Feb 14 Bill 0.00 U. S. Post OfďŹ ce-postage samples .....................................5 5 . 5 0 O’Reily Auto Parts-Battery/City Truck .................................1 0 2 . 1 9 John Deere Financial-Hydralic Fluid/Duster .............................7 2 . 8 9 Bossom, Lee E ...................6 6 . 9 5 Mausser*, Annette ..............8 3 . 1 1 Nelson, Jeff.........................8 3 . 1 1 Payne, Shelia .....................8 3 . 1 1 Stanford, Benjamin E..........8 3 . 1 1 Staton, Chad L..................2 3 9 . 4 3 Vanous, Nicole..................2 0 7 . 7 9 Werling, Jeff ........................8 3 . 1 1 Vanous*, Brian ..................2 0 7 . 7 8 Staton Dream Rental, LLC- Meetings Attended ......................7 5 . 0 0 Iowa Wireless- Cell Phone 4/14 ............................................3 6 . 1 1 Advanced Systems-Service Contract for 4/10/14-5/09/14 .....1 3 . 9 5 Kress Heating, Plbg. & Elec. Inc.Labor on Sewer ................1 3 4 . 3 7 Alliant Utilities-Mar & Apr Bill ..................................8 , 6 2 6 . 4 0 Iowa Communities Pool Administrators-VOID: Insurance 0.00 Iowa Communities Pool Administrators-Insurance................7 , 0 8 0 . 8 9 TOTAL .......................1 4 9 , 1 5 1 . 3 3
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is Alcohol Awareness Month Iowa to implement Electronic Death April is Child Abuse Prevention Month April Iowa Department of Public Health (IDPH) joins the national Submitted by RMC recognition of April as Alcohol Awareness Month. Designated Registration System Children deserve a chance at a bright future and it starts by the National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence, The Iowa Department of Public Health implemented Iowa’s Electronic Death Registration System on Monday in an effort to increase the speed and accuracy of death reporting across the state. “The new registry will provide better service to physicians, hospitals, funeral homes and other parties who are working on the same case,� said Jill France, chief of the Bureau of Health Statistics. “This will ultimately provide Iowa families faster and more efficient service by being able to provide a death certificate more quickly.� Iowa’s Electronic Death Registration System will now allow reporting parties to electronically ‘sign’ death certificates. This eliminates the previous practice of mailing original paper copies between providers, state administrators, and county registrars. The electronic system also interfaces with the Social Security Administration to report a death, which can speed the issuance of benefits to survivors and provide increased accuracy of information. “With the new system, family members can request a death certificate at any county recorder’s office, and not just in the county where the death occurred or at the state office in Des Moines,� explained France, “which leads to better service for Iowans.�
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with creating a community that invests in their safety and well-being. This April, Regional Medical Center’s (RMC) Parents As Teachers (PAT) and the Delaware County Prevent Child Abuse Council are helping share Prevent Child Abuse Iowa’s messages on child abuse prevention. Child abuse is preventable and everyone plays a part in promoting social and emotional well-being of children and families in the community. Home visitation helps educate and support families, while at the same time making a wide range of community and professional services available to the family. Through PAT’s home-based program, an array of services may be offered. Home visitation programs strive to create social networks for new parents by connecting them with other community and hospital-based prevention programs. This helps break down the social isolation experienced by many new parents. “Preventing child abuse is truly a community effort. With everyone’s participation, we can become a community that reaches out to families by creating support networks before a crisis occurs,� shared Tina Ostrander, PAT Educator. For information about RMC’s Parents As Teachers program, call 563-927-7551. Visit www.pcaiowa.org for information about Prevent Child Abuse Iowa.
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PRE-PAYMENT is required for Thank You and Classified Ads before publication. These are not billed. Send payment ($6.00 for up to 25 words, 10 cents per word after) with your ad to PO Box 9, Winthrop IA 50682 or drop off at 225 W. Madison, Winthrop. Thank you.
THANK YOU Thanks to my family and friends for the many beautiful cards, gifts and flowers I received for my 90th birthday. Special thanks to my family for the great dinner celebration. It all made my day pp very special. Betty Gaffney
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ANNOUNCEMENT FOR FREMONT CEMETERY All decorations should be removed from the Fremont Cemetery by Fripp day, April 25.
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FOR SALE 1985 F-250 diesel 4x4, auto transmission, mileage unknown. 319-3614775.pp1-2 GARAGE SALE Priced to sell. Fishing, hunting, camping, exercise, household stuff, camping rug, 50-gallon liquid carrier, electric bass guitar and amp, an-
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Statewide Classifieds ADOPTION A married couple with no children seeks to adopt. Will be full-time mom & devoted dad. Financial security. Expenses paid. Call/Text. Patricia & Adam. 1-800-790-5260 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES CONTRACT SALESPERSON Selling aerial photography of farms on commission basis. $4,225.00 first month guarantee. $1,000-3,000 weekly proven earnings. Travel required. More info msphotosd.com or 877/882-3566 (INCN) HELP WANTED- MANAGERIAL RIVER COUNTRY COOPERATIVE of South St. Paul, MN, is seeking a qualified CEO/General Manager. This is a successful retail / bulk energy, grain, agronomy and feed cooperative with sales of $140 million with multiple retail locations. Financial and personal manage-
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East Buchanan Community School District is seeking applicants for two positions: Substitute Bus Drivers Middle School Baseball Coach To apply, contact Superintendent Dan Fox, East Buchanan Community School District, 414 5th Street North, Winthrop, IA 50682, phone: 319-935-3767. East Buchanan is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Talent Needed in Electrical or Hydraulics or Welding/Fabrication! Henderson Truck Equipment, Manchester, is looking for people with proficiency in any or all areas of electrical wiring, hydraulics, and/or welding/fabrication. These positions have responsibility for getting equipment & components installed on a truck chassis. Mechanical aptitude, accuracy and attention to detail is highly important, as well as ability to work within bid spec requirements and timeframes. HS graduate required, with Associate’s degree from vocational/trade school or equivalent work experience preferred.
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HELP WANTED Buchanan County Health Center has full and part time positions available. Please refer to www.bchealth.info for a complete listing and to complete an application. EOE
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Well Water Collector and E-911 Sign Installer for Buchanan County Environmental Health and Zoning Department. Duties include working under general supervision while performing field work collecting private well water samples and installing E-911 signs. Part-time variable hour, non-Exempt position. Applications and complete job description available at Environmental Health and Zoning Department, 210 5th Ave. NE, Independence, IA 50644 Applications accepted through May 10. EOE
APPLICATIONS PROGRAMMER Henderson Products, Inc., Manchester, IA is searching for an Applications Programmer, responsible for supporting its programming & systems development needs. Will include daily maintenance, installation & support of information mgmt system. Qualifications include experience programming in C#, SQL, .NET, Javascript, ODBC, OLE, and with Crystal Reports, Visual Studio, SQL Server Reporting Services. Must have problem analysis & resolution ability, & excellent interpersonal, communication, & organizational skills. Any combination of training/experience equivalent to Associates degree in computer science, electronic or computer engineering is required.
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PARTS UTILITY PERSON Henderson Truck Equipment of Manchester has a full-time opening for a Parts Utility person responsible for maintaining parts inventory, shipping & receiving of parts & materials, pulling parts for installation jobs, and parts organization & storage. Must have Class A CDL or be willing to obtain, HS grad or GED, with technical degree preferred. Mechanical ability, computer experience, and organizational & communication skills required. Complete Henderson application available at www.hendersonproducts.com or stop by Henderson Products, Inc., 1085 S. 3rd St., Manchester, IA 52057. May send cover letter/resume also. Fax 563-927-7041 or email hr@hendersonproducts.com EOE/Post offer physical & substance testing required
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Quasqueton City Council Meeting The City Council of Quasqueton met on Saturday morning April 12th, 2014 at 8:30am for the purpose of going on a Tree Walk. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Staton, and roll call was taken. Council in attendance was Payne, Nelson, Werling, Stanford and Mausser. Others in attendance were; Patty Peterson of Trees Forever, Sheryl Stanford, Patsy Marxen, Brian Vanous, Sandra Nelson and Anita Arnold, Sally Manson joined that group when inspecting the Campground. Patty Peterson explained to everyone the last conďŹ rmed Emerald Ash Borer site. She also explained to everyone the proper procedures for pruning. While on the walk Mrs. Peterson advised everyone of trees that the City might consider replacing and what type of trees that would be a great replacement. Also discussed were different areas that would be nice to have some additional trees planted. A motion was made by Payne and seconded by Stanford for adjournment of meeting at 10:14am. Minutes recorded by Anita Arnold.
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CITY OF BRANDON REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES APRIL 14, 2014 The City Council of Brandon, Iowa met in regular session on Monday, April 14, 2014 at City Hall. Mayor Guy Stacy called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. Council members present: Patrick Aldrich, Ron Boyer, Joseph Redenbaugh, and Travis Cornwell. Absent: Kelly Thomas. Motion Boyer/Cornwell to approve Consent agenda which included approval of agenda, the minutes of March 10th council meeting, treasurer’s report and payment of bills. All ayes. Motion carried. Matt Saur, a project engineer with MSA Professional Services was in attendance to continue conversation as to moving forward with sewer system updates. Now that the draft for the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Permit has been received he advised that one of the things that Brandon will need to do is begin testing within thirty days of permit issuance. He said that Brandon may have a problem with ammonia & e-coli levels. He also advised that a telephone conference call
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The community of Independence will have an opportunity to meet candidates for the City Manager position on April 11-12. The candidates will tour the community and meet with city staff and council members during the day Friday and there will be a reception at 5:30 PM at Rivers Edge Recreation Center for the public to meet the applicants. On Saturday, interviews will be conducted with Mayor Davis, city council members, department heads and community groups. The city council will make a final selection and discuss contract terms Saturday afternoon. Candidates include Alan Lanning, City Manager/Brookings SD; Wade Wagoner, City Manager/Lake Park IA; Abraham Algadi, City Administrator/Pine Island MN; Michael Freilinger, County Administrator/ Tazewell County IL; and, Jon Hanken, former City Manager/ Scappoose OR.
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The April 2014 Farman estiindicates Survey land Value mated decrease in land value by 5.4%, statewide. g decreasin values with land The greatest decrease in value was 8.4%. dropped which Iowa, southeast Timber and pasture land were less per as e percentag of terms in affected acre value was relatively low in comcropland. lity high-qua to parison In southwest Iowa, pasture acres increased 9.7% in value and timber increased 28.8%. According to a recent article in Iowa Farmer Today, the increase is considered to be partly due to greater cow-calf production and cattle profits. In the northeast Iowa region, which includes Buchanan, Black Hawk, and Delaware counties, values for high-quality cropland dropped from $12,950 per acre in September to $12,203. Low quality cropland was $6,178 in September compared to $5,661. Non-tillable pasture increased from $2,743 in September to $2,771 and timber acres increased from $2,444 to $2,463. The survey may be found at www. extension.iastate.edu/agdm, File C2-75.
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only affect farmers. It touched on nearly every aspect of communities. When farming prospered, so did ag implements and feed dealers, machinery manufacturers and everyone else who benefited when farmers came to town to buy products and services. When the boom went bust, it was a blow to the knees of many small towns. Lawrence’s cousin, Roger Noe of Rowley, farms and worked at John Deere from 1965 to
1995. Roger recalled that in the 1970s, Deere was producing as many as 200 tractors a day. By the mid-1980s, the company was only manufacturing eight to nine tractors a day. A history of John Deere Co. at Fundinguniverse.com, notes that in the early 1980s, the company was running at 50% capacity and that between 1980 and 1983, approximately 40% of its employees were laid off. Story continues on page 19.
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Independence City Council met specifically what is, and what in regular session April 14, is not, allowed. It with was decided to continue Mayor Bonita Davis presid the discussion for uping dating rules until the new was and harve all NEWS counc sted THE sch, in il early mem city manager could Wilgenbu bers present. December in By Kris partic ipate. Allam The council gave provisional apDuring their regular Monday meeting, akee County. Mayor Davis addressed the proval by unanimous vote orsneurological disease caused possibility of purBuchanan County Board of SupervisA to hire by an chasing property at 316 2nd abnor Michael Freilinger (pictu St., SE. The propEllen Gaffney, Ralph Kremer and Gary mal protein that attacks the brain red) to erty is next to the fire statio of affected deer and elk, CWD fill the city manager positi n. The Gissel held two public hearings regardmayor said the causes on. owner had recently passed abnormal behavior, loss of Details of the employme away and the estate is bodily funcing zoning requests. nt conwilling to give the city three tions tract are still being work weeks to determine The first request was from Randy Bastand weight. Signs include excesed out if it is feasible and in the sive salivation, thirst and urinat and the hire is provisiona interest of the city to of rural Jesup, who asked to rezone apion, loss l on purchase the property. Coun of appet review by City Attorney cil agreed that it is a proximately two acres from A-1 Ag- ite, listlessness, and drooping Carter good idea to explore the oppo ears and Steve head. allow to ns ial The and Resident diseas appro R-3 to e can rtunity. val ricultural only be by Mayor Council entered closed confirmed by testing lymph Davis. session pursuant to nodes or construction of a single-family dwelling Iowa Code Chapter 21 Offi brain material. The disease Freilinger, one of four cial is conMeetings Open 1.25 miles west of Littleton on north canto the Public Section 21.5( firmed didates who visited and c) Closed Session side of 175th Street in Section 8 of Perryin every state bordering Iowa. interto discuss strategy with couns “We viewed for the position April el in matters that Township. Zoning Director Chad Be-have been testing for CWD 11 are presently in litigation in Iowa’ and 12, is currently Coun or where litigation is atty reviewed the zoning commission s deer herd for more than a ty Adimminent where its disclo decade and are optimistic, ministrator of Tazewell sure would be likely given the meeting minutes, which stated commisCounty to prejudice or disadvanta exten sive data a IL. with Reac we request have hed the collec for ge the position of the approved comm had ted, sioners ent Tuesgover and that provi we nmen have de day tal the more caugh body in that litigation. morning, he said, “I am excite information. t this early,” said 4-2 vote. Supervisors also approved d about comChuck Gipp, DNR direct Upon resuming open sessio Attorney Stevens provided ing to Independence. I’m or. council with a handn, council and staff request. honored to be chosen book reports were made with all The DNR states there is no evide , “Open Meetings, Open and that the mayor and city Loren council members and nce Records,” and the The second request was from council have confi- discussed that huma mayor expressing their appre what is considered a “mee dence that I am the best fi like ns can contract CWD ciation to those Staton of rural Walker who would ting” t for the when who helpe byofeating d host and interview prosp In other business, the counc community.” using email to communicate with fellow land venison; however, it is approximately a quarter-acre recom ective city council manager il approved the members. mended hunters do not eat candidates last week. Stevens pointed out that third reading of ordinances to A-2 the rezoned from A-1 Agricultural email pertai s from ning to “Stop city hall staff and betwe brain,famThe mayor advised that detail eyeballs or spinal cord of deer. and Yield” and “Bicycle en council members are s of a city “amAgricultural to establish a private Regulations” in sup- public Hunte nesty rs shoul day” recor d had port d. Emails to all addressing wear protective gloves yet to be worked out and the of the Bike Safety Route. 1.5 miles ily cemetery. The property is while a specific should item political position would be dressing and processing game be discussed at an upcom In new business, the counc considered a “meet. northwest of Troy Mills in Section 24, il tabled any action ing” and action. The council has explo ing meeting for not legal under Open Meet in support of the 2014 Buch red options for this Cono Township. Beatty reported that the ings/Open city wide anan County Fair Records Air according to Iowa Code clean-up for some time and until a member of the fair zoning commission had concerns about Air quality quality Chapters 21 at optio board could be present and is looking 22. Council discussion includ ns for large trash and debri it. s and south in Wale this request and voted 1-5 against s removal. ed updating ern England has the council’s rules and proce page Story continues on page recen Story continues on tly 19. dures addressing worsened due to an unusu 26. al cause – dust from the Sahar a Desert News from Aurora, in northern Africa. Arriving on By Kris Wilgenbusch, THE Quasqueton and northern winds, it mixed NEWS with local Environmental Health and During their regular Mond pollutants, such as auto emiss Zoning DirectorRowley ay meeting, Buch- Chad posed project would includ ions. anan County Board of Supe Beatty presented a depar e two to three turbines After a rain, it leaves a visibl rvisors Ralph KremtmentMeteorologist budget southeast visits e layer of Fairbank. Optimum Rene er, updat Gary e. the Gisse Beatt over l y and presided stated Ellen Gaffney met with of dust on the ground. he will be finalizi wables is Mayor Gerald Dennie ng senior center askin g for a seven-year tax abate Indep Grant to Counties paperwork endence RAGBRAI comm Thismeeting ment. is a problem in other parts regular Winthrop City Council . The itstate is Goss of e inform tee members Bill Versluis requiring counties apply for council Antique loom on ed the board of a change in voting the world and Fred , too, according to an April on April 2, with the following the funds this locati on for Smoc the year, Third k to discuss a vendor ordiMarkzine whereas in the past, fundidisplay at Heartland Ward and Sumner Town3 Time Maga members present: Melissa Hesner, ng was ship Precincts. article by Bryan nance for the annual bicyc In the past, it has been Heart equally divided among all and Sprague . Dust le ride Kress, Ann Myers, LelandWalsh from the Gobi Desert land 99 coun- Acres Acres; however, due to across the state in July. ties. These funds cover weres Library a conflict, Heartland across east Asia and sometimes Lee White. Also present passe the cost of Acres Favorite Columns, is unavailable during the The ordinance would water sample kits. Chrish peopl heavy enoug June 3 elecreBoard President MichaelisAllen, e can feel it. tion. Local Supe Recipes, rvisor quire s food/ appro Supe govn bever ved rvisor Buchana the conference room age vendors s discussed a bid reand Don Taylor, East The government of China has at the More! Department of Human planning to sell product along ceived for an access contr Advertising, DirecWorks Services/Public d millio ernment students, Publicplante ns of trees in attempt ol system Health Build the route in Buchanan Coun ing as the new permanent courthouse security. Buch Clerk to April stop theMary desert2014 24, 75for Cents ty to precinct tor Shawn Curtis and City spread; however, www.thebuchanancountynews.com anan locati on. acqui County Sheriff’s Captain re an official RAGBRA many trees have died. As the Ryan. Steve I Hepk e clima Supervisors approved a liquo te vendor permit. Permits are recommended having a “badg , Saturday for es, chang r license ownerthe Gobi to A clean-up day was set continues to grow, e and key ship change be from code” obtain Scott system for employee entran ed from planning residents Frye (former president) converting grasslands to desert. May 3. This is for Winthrop ces to to Nick Dennie as committee members from allow the doors to be locke current president of the Buch the curb at uter Comp models indicate air Ind at all times. In anan Coun only. Items must be placed ty Fair Association. dependence, Winthrop or addition, an electronic lockd ByesChristine Dale, Assistant Editor scrap qualit yand in China Laown system for before 5:30 AM. Applianc and Asia can affect In other publi business, the board appro mont, depending on the c doors was discussed. The Cityte.Hall U.S. clima FFA ved the folarea Research publiIowa board approved lowing: metal will be collected behind shed to proceed with updating the FFA membership vendo items r in is the accepted Assolocate of Proce list courthouse security. d. The edings of the National 9:30-11 AM (see -Claims filed with count Supervisors also approved vendor will be required to 319-935Acad call emy ciation membership has reached y auditor for of Sciences (PNA to proceed with ac- $192 have a food service liat City Hall/Library or S), sug-a 9.64; cepting cense from the State of Iowa gest behigh will aeros olpatrolrecord in the withto14,207 partic , and vendor stands Supe bids for courthouse roof replacement. lesstate, 3317). Law enforcement can lead an -Liqu orBy licens will rvisor e renew be Gissel and County Audi inspected by members of Christine Dale, Assistant . in 219 al for dumping sification BuffaloEditor members high schools. The Creek of the ling the area to prevent“inten Pacifi tor Black Cindy c storm Hawk Cour se; One of the first topics discussedGolf Gosse will prepare bid sheet County Health Departmen preat the wasrecord ” This Report can s. previous ofto 14,204 lead t/Northeast Iowa InThe Library Activitytrack. more members severe -Fireworks As a follow-up to a meeti spections. The importance it for Denn cyclo Eastperm Buchanan (EB)isschool board meetnes, and Barb ng held April 8 when say, of following these the was setincrea in thesed 1977-78 year. sented by Allen. precipschool Linditation and Maso nville board met with Karsen Rump procedures is to ensure food ; Monday, April 14 was the reing held warm airprior approved in themembership Council members more f and of mid-Pacific,in In contrast, state Optim bever are Renewable Story/Photos by Kris Wilgenbusch, THEages NEWS Lamphier, Independence and Allie Joum Zieser,-GIS St. Depa prope rtmen rly s, t mont and an prepa LLC, tirement of Secondary Principal Tom Matt area hly red bills, to where repor and stored at required temdiscuss wind turbines t; some meeting minutes, current1988-89 was onlystorm 9,031. systems Buchanan D.A.R.E. (Drug Abuse ResisJohn’s. -Emergenc in Buch peratu y Manageme anan County, discussion res, avoidCounty , that Mossman due to concerns. members nthealth ing any chance of a foodDepartmen t montSuperJulie Cook as new pool board wasand hheld affect In a recent press release, Iowa on Valley the borne tance Education) Graduation was held April wheth 17 erUpper ly report; intendent and Elementary Iowa University coach Wapsie illnes to s. includ Assis Principal Dan service tant e a liquor threeCoun outdoor ty to five-ye Attorney After the Hours ar bondwas Michael FFA President JoshU.S. Earllbegin said, to “Our son at re-the guest Hud- quirement Heartland Acres Event Center, Independence, HighinSchool Brooks McKowen -County Fox web noted content will case ofalum update the Mossman had served at EB for guidelines. a proclama- develop. possible damage to the road sample ordinance to prese area, and the mayor signing increasing membership is the result to the andboard hosted by D.A.R.E. instructor nt during turbine instal speaker. During his high school Pre10 years. of Abuse super lation Child as visors and April addin for denoting tion review an escrow of growing opportunities available Sheriff Bill Wolfgram. This was. basketball g career, McKowen 16-20 years in case of decom “I don’t know if I have the words to talk missi vention Month. on. The proWolfgram’s 23rd year overseeing became Iowa’s high-school basto all our students. These opportuni… it is too emotional,” said Fox, trying to the Buchanan County program. ketball record holder in points ties range from hands-on learning, acknowledge Mossman’s contributions. Students from East Buchanan, scored in the 2003 season and leadership experiences, and over Fox stated a benefit for Mossman is beFairbank, Independence, Jesup, the state’s all time leader in $2 million of scholarships offered ing planned for Sunday, June 29. Activiand St. John’s schools recently points scored in a career. McKothrough the National FFA Scholarties include a 5K, golf tournament and completed the D.A.R.E. program, wen was named 2003 “Mr. Basship program annually. There are so silent auction. which teaches students good ketball” for the state of Iowa, many doors that are open to memLater in the meeting, a high school governdecision-making skills to avoid and had a successful career at the bers of the Iowa FFA.” ment student asked if they will know who high-risk behaviors (such as drug University of Northern Iowa. Formerly known as Future Farmers the new principal will be by the end of the abuse) to ensure they grow up D.A.R.E. was founded in school year. Fox replied it is his goal to have of America, FFA is a national orgahealthy, safe and secure. 1983 in Los Angeles and has the opening filled in May. He has already nization of nearly 580,000 members This year featured essayists were proven so successful it is now received applications and hopes to schedule preparing for leadership and careers Olivia Donlea, East Buchanan; implemented in 75% of U.S. preliminary interviews with final candidates in science, business and technology Katie Sauerbrei, Wapsie Valschool districts and more than to be interviewed by the school board. of agriculture. ley; Bryce Gleiter, Jesup; Kaleb 43 countries. Story continues on page 22.
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Emcee Bill Reedy pointed out those attending the 46th Annual Sustaining Banquet for Buchanan County Democrats Saturday, April 5 in Quasqueton came to “celebrate the fact we are Democrats.” Guests were able to meet candidates for several races affecting area residents, including state Senator Jack Hatch of Des Moines, Democratic candidate for Iowa governor. Hatch attended the banquet last year while researching a possible run for the state’s top office. This year, he attended as a candidate and outlined his goals to the county’s party faithful. One concern he would address as governor is increasing the gas tax. During his travels throughout Iowa, Hatch has realized that poor roads and bridges have a detrimental effect on commerce, particularly in rural areas. In county races, there or seats are five Democratic candidates for Supervis retiring, currently held by Ralph Kremer, who is AnScott include running Those and Gary Gissel.
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According Leanest city to a recently released Gallup-Healthways study, Boulder CO is the U.S. city with the lowest obesity rate, just 12.4%, followed by Naples-Marco Island FL (16.5%) and Fort Collins-Loveland CO (18.2%). At the opposite end of the spectrum, the Huntington WV and Ashland KY area has the highest rate of obesity, 39.5%. Also at the bottom of the list were McAllen-EdinburgMission TX at 38.3% and Hagerstown-Martinsburg WV, 36.7%. Of the 189 metro areas surveyed, only one had an obesity rate below 15%, the goal set by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Healthy People 2010 program. Three Colorado communities made the top 10. The study notes, “This may be because Colorado is known for its outdoor spaces and activities, which attracts active residents and encourages residents to live healthy lifestyles.” In Iowa, four metro areas were evaluated. The Davenport-MolineRock Island area, which includes parts of Iowa and Illinois, has the lowest obesity rate at 23.4%. Cedar Rapids had the highest obesity rate at 27.7%. The Des Moines-West Des Moines area had a 26.7% obesity rates and the Omaha NE-Council Bluffs IA area obesity rate was 26.4%.
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The Easter bunny visited youngsters Saturday morning at Buffalo Creek Golf Course. Pictured with the bunny are Keeley and Jase Lenox. See more photos on page 24.
Supervisors hear request for road improvements By Kris Wilgenbusch, THE NEWS
During their regular Monday meeting, Buchanan County Board of Supervisors Gary Gissel, Ellen Gaffney and Ralph Kremer met with County Engineer Brian Keierleber and residents from Shady Oaks Estates, located on 280th Street, Section 6 of Jefferson Township. Residents in this area would like to see their section of the road paved due to heavy traffic, dust control and safety. They explained their children cannot play outside because of the dust and it is unsafe to walk on the road. Supervisor Gissel explained there is not funding available for such a project and Keierleber explained the county, state and federal funding process. The group asked if the county would allow them to pave it and pay for it themselves. The board explained they would have to be classified as an “Improvement District” according to the Code of Iowa, section 358C.3 in order for that to be allowed. After discussion, it was decided that the county attorney office will research Improvement District requirements and report back to the board of supervisors. Buchanan County Public Health Director Amy Marlow presented her monthly report. The department recently completed an Iowa Department of Public Health Audit, required in order to maintain funds from the local Public Health Services grant. The consultant conducting the grant commended the department for their knowledge of poli-
cy and procedures and maintaining accurate documentation. The department is planning an emergency tabletop exercise for May 14; this exercise will involve all county emergency services. Supervisors approved the Public Health monthly report. Gissel presented bids submitted by Smedley Electric to upgrade lighting in the Public Health Dept. meeting room. The bid includes replacing six fixtures with those that are larger and more energy efficient, along with switches and sockets for $1470. The bid was approved. Gissel also presented a $1748 bid from Gissel Construction for replacing the Public Health building entrance door and upgrading the entrance to the meeting area. Gissel stated he requested bids from two other contractors but had not received them yet. Motion was made by Kremer, seconded by Gaffney to approve the bid; Gissel abstained. Supervisors approved a Proclamation for May as National Preservation Month, presented by Leanne Harrison, president of Buchanan County Historical Society. The National Trust for Historic Preservation encourages using the month-long opportunity to highlight how they celebrate and save historic places year-round. This year’s theme, “New Age of Preservation: Embark, Inspire, Engage,” is meant to “excite your current supporters and introduce new audiences to the work you are doing to enrich and preserve the places that make your community special.” Story continues on page 22.
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