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Scarecrow”contest and Dr. Flage Memorial paired perfectly with Art Under the Oaks

By Ashley Sherrets Ag/Hort Coordinator Buchanan Co. ISU Extension

A more beautiful day could not have been asked for to host the first annual “Design a Scarecrow” contest that the Buchanan County Master Gardeners held Sept. 26. Pairing up with the Art Under the Oaks event that was hosted on the grounds of the Independence Public Library/Lee Mansion, Buchanan County Master Gardeners invited community members and local groups to create scarecrows. The scarecrows were displayed in a fun competition, with the winner taking home $30 in Chamber Bucks from the Independence Chamber of Commerce. Garden visitors were invited to peruse the Lee Mansion gardens and choose their favorite of 15 scarecrows scattered throughout the gardens, casting 240 ballots. The winning scarecrow was entered by the Wapsi Warriors 4-H Club, which will receive the $30 Chamber Bucks prize to split among club members! People of all ages enjoyed the Art Under the Oaks vendors; glancing through the books available at the Independence Public Library Friends of the Library book sale; taking a tour through the historic Lee Mansion, and finally visiting the gorgeous gardens. Buchanan County Master Gardeners have donated hundreds upon hundreds of hours to the constant improvement, maintenance and care of the gardens. The gardens are a perfect location to enjoy your library book, have an afternoon stroll, to take senior pictures and are even sometimes used as a location for weddings! In addition to the “Design a Scarecrow” contest, Master Gardeners dedicated the arbor and benches to the late Dr. L. John Flage, a Buchanan County Master Gardener and physician from Independence. Flage built the arbor, the sundial garden and

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improved many other garden areas while working towards his 40 hours of volunteerism after taking the Master Gardener Program in 2004. Former Buchanan County Master Gardener Association President Leanne Harrison told of all the volunteerism and commitment Dr. Flage had donated to beautify the Lee Mansion Gardens, which at that time were very different than they are today. Dr. Flage’s wife, Karen, and other family members were there for the bench dedication, where a plaque in his honor was mounted to the benches in the arbor. The Buchanan County Master Gardeners are very grateful for all the great work and beauty that Dr. L. John Flage donated to the Lee Mansion grounds while he was a Master Gardener. If you missed the opportunity to stop by for these events, you are invited to browse the gardens at any time to enjoy the way the colors and blooms change throughout the seasons. For information about becoming a Buchanan County Master Gardener or the many projects and programs offered through Buchanan County ISU Extension and Outreach, contact Ashley Sherrets, Ag/Hort Program Coordinator and Master Gardener Coordinator at 319-334-7161 or sherrets@iastate.edu. We hope to see many more entries for the “Design a Scarecrow” contest next year! Pictured top: Karen Flage and Buchanan County Master Gardeners look on as Leanne Harrison shares a bit about the time and volunteerism Dr. L. John Flage provided as a member of the Master Gardener program. At right: The “I need a mentor” scarecrow was submitted by Val Maximovich from Independence Community Schools and included information about becoming a volunteer with their Mentor Program.

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Free cancer screenings available for women Submitted by the Black Hawk County Health Department

The Black Hawk County Health Department wants women to know that lack of money or limited insurance coverage are no longer reasons to put off getting necessary cancer screenings. The Care for Yourself program at the Black Hawk County Health Department has immediate openings for women seeking their annual well woman exams and mammograms. Enrollments are being accepted through May 1, 2016, but spots are limited, so call soon! To qualify women must: â&#x20AC;˘ Be between the ages of 40-64; â&#x20AC;˘ Live in Black Hawk, Buchanan, Fayette, Tama or Grundy counties; â&#x20AC;˘ Have no insurance or have a high deductible/co-pay on their insurance; and â&#x20AC;˘ Meet income guidelines (a household of two can earn up to $39,325/net per year). For more information or to enroll in the program, women are encouraged to contact the Care for Yourself program at 319-292-2225. Women who live outside of these counties can call 1-800-369-2229 and they will be directed to the program serving their county. The Care for Yourself Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program (IA BCCEDP) services are part of a national program that helps reduce deaths from these two diseases. To reduce risk, women must have regular screening tests. Local staff can help schedule: clinical breast exams, mammograms, pelvic exams, and pap tests. If the tests received through the Care for Yourself BCCEDP indicate breast or cervical cancer, local staff will help patients find treatment.

Car vs. deer accidents on the rise Submitted by Buchanan County Sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office

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Winter is just around the corner, and while evergreen trees are built to survive the cold weather, they still need care and preventive measures during the colder months of the year. What are the best suggestions? Here are some tips from Iowa State University Extension and Outreach horticulturists on how to help evergreens survive winter. To have additional questions answered, contact the ISU Hortline at 515-294-3108 or hortline@iastate.edu. Some of the needles on my white pines have turned yellow and begun dropping to the ground in the last few weeks. Are the trees dying? The loss of needles is probably due to seasonal needle drop. Deciduous trees, such as maple and linden, drop all of their leaves in fall. Though it largely goes unnoticed, evergreens also lose a portion of their foliage (needles) on a yearly basis. Seasonal needle drop on most evergreens occurs in fall. Needle loss is most noticeable on white pines. As much as one-half of the needles on white pines may drop in early fall. Seasonal needle loss is less noticeable on spruces, firs and other pines, as they retain a higher percentage of their needles. Seasonal needle drop is uniformly distributed throughout the inner part of the evergreen. The oldest needles are shed. The needles turn uniformly yellow or brown and drop to the ground. I planted several pine trees this spring. How long should I continue to water the trees? The roots of trees continue to grow until the ground freezes. If the weather is dry, continue to water the newly planted trees until the soil freezes in winter. How do I prevent rabbits from browsing on my small evergreens in winter? The most effective way to prevent rabbit damage to trees and shrubs in the home landscape is to place chicken wire fencing or hardware cloth around vulnerable plants. To adequately protect plants, the fencing material needs to be high enough that rabbits wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be able to climb or reach over the fence after a heavy snow. In most cases, a fence that stands 24-36 inches tall should be sufficient. To prevent rabbits from crawling underneath the fencing, bury the bottom 2-3 inches below the ground or pin the fencing to the soil with u-shaped anchor pins. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best to have protective materials in place by early to mid-November. After a heavy snow, check protected plants to make sure rabbits arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t able to reach or climb over the fencing. If necessary, remove some of the snow to keep rabbits from reaching the trees or shrubs.

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Barn quilts of Buchanan County

By Roxanne Fuller, Executive Director Buchanan County ISU Extension

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s that time of year again. Every year at holiday time are you frustrated on what to buy that person that has everything? Well, how about a Barn Quilt of Buchanan County Gift Certificate. Fill out the application letting us know where you plan to hang the block and what size you would like. Upon approval a gift certificate will be provided for you to present to your loved one. The receiver will then be able to meet with a committee member to learn about the process and time line for the project. The receiver is able to pick the pattern and colors of their choice. The cost and sizes available are: 4'x4' block for $350 or an 8'x8' block for $450. Please limit the amount of colors to five. Committee members that organize the Barn Quilts of Buchanan County program are Roxanne Fuller, Executive Director, Buchanan County ISU Extension and Outreach; Craig Johnson, Executive Director, Heartland Acres Agribition Center; Susie Alber, Judy Scott and Joe Olsen. The quilt blocks are painted at Heartland Acres Agribition

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PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to the qualified electors of Buchanan County, State of Iowa that a Regular City Election in the City of Aurora will be held on Tuesday, November 3, 2015. Valid identification such as a driver license, non-driver identification card or student identification card (all showing a color photograph and signature) will be required of voters under these circumstances: (1) a voter moved from one voting precinct to another without updating their voter registration record (2) any voter whose voter registration mail was returned to the Election Office undeliverable by the United States Postal Service and (3) voters who registered for the

first time in Buchanan County, by mail, after January 1, 2003 and did not provide a driver license number or the last four digits of their social security number which could be verified. Additional documents which may be substituted for identification purposes are: a utility bill, bank statement, paycheck, government check or other government document that show the name and address of the voter. Any voter who requires assistance to vote by reason of blindness, disability, or inability to read or write may be given assistance by a person of the voter’s choice, other than the voter’s employer or agent of that employer or officer or agent of the voter’s union. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN in accordance with Chapter 49.90 of

the Iowa Code that any voter who is physically unable to enter a polling place has the right to vote in the voter’s vehicle. For further information, please contact the Auditor’s ofﬁce. Telephone: (319) 334-4109 or e-mail auditor@co.buchanan. ia.us. The polls for said election will be open from noon until 8:00 p.m., on said date and at the Aurora Legion Hall, 302 Warren St., Aurora. I hereby certify that this is a correct copy of the sample ballot to be voted at the Regular City Election in the City of Aurora, County of Buchanan, State of Iowa, November 3, 2015. Cindy Gosse Buchanan County Auditor & Commissioner of Elections

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Iowa Crop & Weather Report Warm, dry, and windy conditions allowed Iowa farmers to harvest nearly one-quarter of the State’s corn for grain during the week ending October 18, 2015, according to the USDA, National Agricultural Statistics Service. Statewide there were 6.9 days suitable for fieldwork, the most days suitable for fieldwork this season. Fieldwork activities for the week included harvesting corn for grain, harvesting soybeans, fall tilling, and spreading manure. Reported concerns for the week included field fires due to the dry, windy conditions, and stalk quality with a few reports of wind damage. Topsoil moisture levels rated 4 percent very short, 22 percent short, 70 percent adequate, and 4 percent surplus. Subsoil moisture levels rated 2 percent very short, 13 percent short, 80 percent adequate and 5 percent surplus. Virtually all of the corn crop was mature or beyond this week, one week ahead of last year, and 2 days ahead of the 5-year average. Fifty-two percent of the corn for grain has been harvested, nearly 2 weeks ahead of last year, and equal to the average. Moisture content of all corn being harvested was 17 percent, down 2 percentage points from the previous week. Ninety-seven percent of soybeans were dropping leaves or beyond, 2 days behind normal. Eightythree percent of the soybean crop has been harvested, 10 days ahead of last year, and 2 days ahead of average. Pasture condition rated 58 percent good to excellent. Livestock conditions were described as excellent. IOWA PRELIMINARY WEATHER SUMMARY By Harry Hillaker, State Climatologist, Iowa Department of Agriculture & Land Stewardship

Iowa experienced another very dry week with nothing more than sprinkles anywhere in the state over the past week. Normal precipitation for the week is 0.56 inches. The reporting week began with unseasonably warm weather with high temperatures reaching 78 degrees at Burlington and Donnellson on Monday (12th). Temperatures from Tuesday (13th) through Thursday

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PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to the qualified electors of Buchanan County, State of Iowa that a Regular City Election in the City of Independence will be held in the several election precincts of said City on Tuesday, November 3, 2015. Additions of Ward Council Members will be voted on as follows (all wards are vote for no more than one): Council Member 2nd Ward – Denny Vaughn and Dave Winger; Council Member 4th Ward – Dustin Dallenbach and Debra S. Hanna. Valid identification such as a driver license, non-driver identification card or student identification card (all showing a color photograph and signature) will be required of voters under these circumstances: (1) a voter moved from one voting precinct to another without updating their voter registration record (2) any voter whose voter registration mail was returned to the Election Office undeliverable by the United States Postal Service and (3) voters who registered for the first time in Buchanan County, by

mail, after January 1, 2003 and did not provide a driver license number or the last four digits of their social security number which could be verified. Additional documents which may be substituted for identification purposes are: a utility bill, bank statement, paycheck, government check or other government document that show the name and address of the voter. Any voter who requires assistance to vote by reason of blindness, disability, or inability to read or write may be given assistance by a person of the voter’s choice, other than the voter’s employer or agent of that employer or officer or agent of the voter’s union. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN in accordance with Chapter 49.90 of the Iowa Code that any voter who is physically unable to enter a polling place has the right to vote in the voter’s vehicle. For further information, please contact the Auditor’s office. Telephone: (319) 334-4109 or e-mail auditor@co.buchanan.ia.us. The polls for said election will be open from noon until 8:00 p.m., on said date and in all precincts as established.

(15th) averaged slightly above normal with highs mostly in the low 60s north and east and low 70s west and south. However, there was a freeze over parts of northeast Iowa on Wednesday (14th) morning with temperatures down to 30 degrees at Cresco, Decorah, Elkader and Stanley. Much colder air moved through Iowa late Thursday and persisted through Saturday (17th) night. A freeze was recorded over much of the northwest one-third of the state on Friday morning with a minimum of 27 degrees at Spencer with scattered frost in valley bottom locations elsewhere. However, the coldest weather of the week arrived on Saturday morning with a hard freeze over most of the northeast one-half of the state. Stanley in Buchanan County recorded the lowest temperature with a 19 degree reading Saturday. Another freeze occurred across the north and east on Sunday (18th) morning but readings were generally not as cold as the previous night. Much warmer air made a rapid return to western Iowa on Sunday with Logan reaching 73 degrees. The growing season has ended now over most of the northeast one-half of Iowa. However a freeze has yet to occur over much of southwestern and south central Iowa with the exception of some colder valley-bottom locations. Temperatures for the week as a whole averaged from a degree or two below normal across the east to two to three degrees above normal over the far west with a statewide average of 0.3 degrees below normal. Soil temperatures as of Sunday (18th) were averaging in the upper forties northeast to the middle fifties southwest. However much warmer weather will push these soil temperature averages well into the fifties northeast and OFFICIAL PUBLICATION sixties southwest by Monday. PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY

POLLING PLACES FOR THE NOVEMBER 3, 2015 REGULAR CITY ELECTION ARE AS FOLLOWS: Independence First Ward Precinct (Independence 1st Ward) – Falcon Civic Center – 1305 5th Ave. NE, Independence Independence Second Ward Precinct (Independence 2nd Ward) – VFW Hall – 128 3rd Ave. NE, Independence Independence Third Ward Precinct (Independence 3rd Ward) – Public Health Meeting Room, 1413 1st St. W., Independence Independence Fourth Ward Precinct (Independence 4th Ward) – Senior Citizens Center (South door) – 400 5th Ave. NE, Independence Independence Fifth Ward Precinct (Independence 5th Ward) – Presbyterian Church (West door) – 115 6th Ave. NW, Independence I hereby certify that this is a correct copy of the sample ballot to be voted at the Regular City Election in the City of Independence, County of Buchanan County, State of Iowa, November 3, 2015. Cindy Gosse Buchanan County Auditor & Commissioner of Elections

GIVEN to the qualified electors of Buchanan County, State of Iowa that a Regular City Election in the City of Quasqueton will be held on Tuesday, November 3, 2015. Valid identification such as a driver license, non-driver identification card or student identification card (all showing a color photograph and signature) will be required of voters under these circumstances: (1) a voter moved from one voting precinct to another without updating their voter registration record (2) any voter whose voter registration mail was returned to the Election Office undeliverable by the United States Postal Service and (3) voters who registered for the

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the Iowa Code that any voter who is physically unable to enter a polling place has the right to vote in the voter’s vehicle. For further information, please contact the Auditor’s ofﬁce. Telephone: (319) 334-4109 or e-mail auditor@co.buchanan. ia.us. The polls for said election will be open from noon until 8:00 p.m., on said date and at the American Legion Hall, 106 Water St. S., Quasqueton. I hereby certify that this is a correct copy of the sample ballot to be voted at the Regular City Election in the City of Quasqueton, County of Buchanan, State of Iowa, November 3, 2015. Cindy Gosse Buchanan County Auditor & Commissioner of Elections

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Workshops offer tips on high tunnel construction and operation for commercial food producers Submitted by Buchanan Co. ISU Extension

Workshops for commercial fruit and vegetable producers interested or having just built a high tunnel are scheduled for this fall. The workshop series supported by Iowa State University Extension and Outreach is designed by horticulture specialists and will be held on the following dates: • Beyond the Basics: High Tunnels – 9 AM-4 PM Wednesday, Nov. 5 at Heartland Acres Events Center, 2600 Swan Lake Boulevard, Independence. Prior attendance in the introductory class is recommended but not required. • Introduction to High Tunnels – 9 AM-4 PM Wednesday, Nov. 18 at Cherry Glen Learning Farm, 3989 NW 94th Avenue, Polk City. “High tunnels are an important tool in commercial fruit and vegetable production,” said Joseph Hannan, commercial horticulture specialist at Iowa State University Extension and Outreach. “Our beginning-level workshop provides the information needed to select, build and start growing produce in high tunnels. No prior experience is needed and we encourage any interested farmer to attend. Our workshop is intended for farmers who already have a high tunnel and are seeking additional production information,” Hannan said. According to Hannan, high tunnels are plastic-covered greenhouses used for fruit and vegetable production. Their unique design allows growers to extend the growing season for pro-

duce crops, giving farmers increased marketing opportunities for their commercial fruits and vegetables. He noted that high tunnels are frequently used by produce growers looking to expand production as well as traditional farmers seeking to diversify operations. Topics covered at the all-day workshops include site and high tunnel selection, construction, soil management, irrigation, pest management, bed design, cropping systems, environmental control, tools to help growers succeed, new crops to consider, and effects of plastic mulch color. A high tunnel will be on-site for demonstration and a manual and resource guide will be provided. The registration fee is $55/person or $90/couple or when two employees attend from the same farm for each workshop. The fee includes training materials, lunch and refreshments. No prior high tunnel experience is needed. To register, call the ISU Extension and Outreach Dallas County office at 515-993-4281 or email Kathy Beni at kbeni@ iastate.edu. The deadline to register for the Beyond the Basics: High Tunnels workshop is Monday, Nov. 2 and the deadline for the Introduction to High Tunnels workshop is Monday, Nov. 13. All location and general questions can be directed to a local Iowa State University Extension office. Call Ashely Sherrets, agriculture/horticulture program coordinator, with Buchanan County ISU Extension and Outreach at 319-334-7161.

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Fall Continuing Instructional Course schedule Submitted by Buchanan Co. ISU Extension

Buchanan County ISU Extension and Outreach office will host many Continuing Instructional Courses (CIC) this fall. Cost is $35 if registering on or before the deadline, $45 after (unless otherwise noted). • Mosquito/Public Health Pest Management CIC (categories 7D, 8, and 10) for commercial pesticide applicators Thursday, Oct. 29; register by Oct. 22. • Ornamental and Turfgrass Applicators CIC (categories 3O, 3T, 3OT, and 10) for commercial pesticide applicators Wednesday, Nov. 11; register by Nov. 4.

• Fumigation CIC (categories 7C and 10) for commercial pesticide applicators on Tuesday, Nov. 17; register by Nov. 10. • Commercial Ag Weed, Insect and Plant Disease Management CIC (categories 1A, 1B, 1C, and 10) for commercial pesticide applicators Wednesday, Nov. 18; register by Nov. 11. • Pest Control CIC (categories 7A, 7B, 8, and 10) for commercial pesticide applicators Wednesday, Dec. 2; register by Nov. 25. Cost is $60 on or before deadline, $70 after deadline. For Aerial Applicators Tape (categories 10 and 11) and Greenhouse Tape (categories 3G, 3O, and 10), call for an appointment.

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Quasqueton City Council City Council meeting was called to order on October 12th, 2015, 7pm by Mayor Chad Staton. Council members in attendance were; Ben Stanford, Shelia Payne, Jeff Nelson, Annette Mausser and Jeff Werling. Also present at council meeting was; John Evers, Fire Chief Brian Vanous, Attorney Jim Peters, Clerk Anita Arnold, Public Works Director Jay Sandberg and East Buchanan Students. Pledge of Allegiance was recited and roll call was taken. Unless otherwise stated all motions were unanimous. A motion was made by Stanford and second by Nelson to approve previous minutes. Monthly bills were reviewed, an additional bill for mowing was added to bills, and a motion was made by Jeff Nelson and second by Mausser to approve all bills. A motion was made by Payne and second by Stanford to approve Law Enforcement Report. A motion

was made by Stanford and second by Nelson to approve Resolution 15-14 (Garbage Waiver). Linn Street ditch project was tabled until next meeting. Under the Water Street project, the Mayor has learned that the City would be eligible for Farm to Market money, but has to apply prior to work being done. Campground land transfer has to go through legal documentation prior to approval. Council members discussed the sale of property at school house yard. No action was taken at this time. City council talked about having a new shop building so that all equipment could be placed inside, they are still looking into whether to setup building ﬁrst prior to any concrete being poured or if any is really needed. At 7:15pm public hearing was open for comment on sidewalk being placed in city right of way. No comments were made and public hearing was closed at 7:16pm. A motion was made by Stanford and second by Nelson to approve Resolution 15-13 (Easement of Real Estate Property/Biggs). Council members discussed nui-

sances within the city that had not yet been taken care of. A motion was made by Mausser and second by Payne to have Attorney take appropriate measures to site individuals. City council members discussed the new LED light that had been exchanged at City Hall versus old light bulbs. A motion was made by Stanford and second by Nelson to start changing out all decorative lights. Council members discussed having Public Works paint yellow lines on sidewalk outside. Mayor advised council that two individuals in the city were willing to update or change out lights on Christmas decorations. Community Club might be able to help pay for new lights if needed. Local Garden Club would like to plant wild ﬂowers on west side of river bank, a motion was made by Stanford, and second by Payne to allow them to do this. A new heater has been purchased for Fire Station. Fire Chief Vanous gave QES Report; a motion was made by Payne and second by Stanford for approval. Mayor gave treasurers report, and advised council that would probably

need to have amendment to budget for roadway improvements. Community Clubs’ Haunted House starts Friday. Mayor advised council members that there has been some vandalism at the ball park; citizens should contact Sheriffs’ Department if they see anything. Council discussed recommendations that have been received by ICAP for playground equipment, handicapped ramp at river and trimming dead branches at school and Ball Park. Public works will make necessary repairs. Council also talked about maybe setting ordinance for parking violations at campground, this will be discussed again in springtime prior to startup of camping season and after fence line has been moved. Students asked council questions. A motion was made by Stanford and second by Payne to adjourn meeting at 7:55pm. Date Num Name Memo Amount Nelson, Jeff.........................5 5 . 4 1 Staton, Chad L..................2 5 4 . 9 4 Mausser*, Annette ..............8 3 . 1 2 Payne, Shelia .....................8 3 . 1 2 Stanford, Benjamin E..........8 3 . 1 2 Vanous*, Brian ..................2 0 7 . 7 9 Vanous, Nicole..................2 0 7 . 7 9

Werling, Jeff ........................4 1 . 5 5 Ipers..................................5 4 0 . 3 4 Rowley Savings Bank 42-6035816 ...................1 , 0 4 0 . 1 0 Treasurer - State of Iowa Ia W/ Holding .............................4 8 3 . 0 0 Iowa Wireless Cell Phone Oct. .....................................3 6 . 1 8 Staton Dream Rentals, LLC budget/other work .....................9 0 . 0 0 Collection Services Center VOID: 42-6035816 GJE, RGJE create.........................................0 . 0 0 Collection Services Center For CHK 16985 voided on 10/14/2015 ............................................4 1 . 5 6 Cooksley, Scott campground ..............................6 4 2 . 0 0 Buchanan County Recorder Vacated property.....................1 7 . 0 0 O’Reily Auto Parts Truck parts....................................5 6 . 3 0 Quasky Mart 9/15 Statement..................................4 1 6 . 8 3 Iowa Water Pollution Control Assn. Jay Sandberg annual conference ....................................2 5 . 0 0 Small Time Construction Road resurface .........................37,723.69 John Deere Financial tractor/ parts..................................3 5 7 . 6 9 Alliant Utilities Sep Bill ...3 , 5 2 6 . 3 0 East Buchanan Telephone Co-Op Phone Lines 09/15............2 0 9 . 6 9

Peters Law Ofﬁce Professional Services ............................ 2 11 . 5 0 ProBuild wood ....................2 0 . 5 8 Waste Management of WI-MN Sep. Pickup ............................2 , 9 7 3 . 6 0 Menards toilet paper/cleaner ............................................6 7 . 1 5 Yearous Trucking rock for park...................................4 3 8 . 0 3 CIWA Mthly Water ............1 7 0 . 8 7 Heiman Inc. ......................4 1 8 . 4 4 The News Minutes ..............6 4 . 9 7 Buchanan County Auditor Law enforcement.......................5 , 5 4 0 . 0 0 Olsen Auto Salvage weld exhaust ...................................6 0 . 0 0 Radio Ag radio/pager/charger ....................................4 2 4 . 9 5 Emergency Medical Products Supplies ..................................5 2 3 . 7 2 Deluxe Checks .................3 4 0 . 7 8 Werling, Jeff ........................4 1 . 5 6 Arnold, Anita I ...................6 0 7 . 7 0 Sandberg, Jay D ............2 , 0 5 4 . 7 2 Collection Services Center Reverse of GJE -- For CHK 16985 vo ............................................4 1 . 5 6 Hoefer Construction steel venting ..................................1 , 2 0 0 . 0 0 Childers, Jason mowing .......................................2 , 7 9 0 . 0 0 TOTAL .........................64,129.53

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October is Liver Awareness Month .... Blood donations help support transplant patients During Liver Awareness Month this October, the American Red Cross encourages communities to give blood and platelets to support liver transplant patients and others needing blood products. Liver transplants are the second most common type of transplant with more than 6,000 performed in the U.S. each year, according to the American Liver Foundation. Liver transplant patients may require in excess of 30 pints of blood during surgery. For blood donor Amy Slattery, the need for blood hits close to home. Her mother received a liver transplant and needed more than 70 blood products

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CITY OF ROWLEY REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING Oct. 9, 2015 Mayor Knutson called the Regular Council Meeting to order at 7:00 pm. Council present: Hemsath, Janaszak, Fangman, Parizek and Platte. M/S/C: Platte/Hemsath all ayes to approve the minutes from Sept. 10, 2015 Regular Council Meeting. M/S/C: Fangman/Parizek all ayes to approve the Treasurer Report for Sept. 2015. General ....................$152,080.32 Roads ......................$ 18,474.35 Debt Service ................$1,255.99 Sewer ......................$203,531.49 Total .........................$375,157.11 M/S/C: Janaszak/Platte all ayes to approve the following expenses for October 2015. GENERAL Deb Hemsather-wages .....3 4 9 . 1 0 Doris Guge-wages ..............4 7 . 0 9 IRS-payroll taxes ..............1 9 1 . 2 4 IPERS/Feb........................1 8 6 . 0 1 RSB-collection ....................1 5 . 0 0

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PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to the qualified electors of Buchanan County, State of Iowa that a Regular City Election in the City of Rowley will be held on Tuesday, November 3, 2015. Valid identification such as a driver license, non-driver identification card or student identification card (all showing a color photograph and signature) will be required of voters under these circumstances: (1) a voter moved from one voting precinct to another without updating their voter registration record (2) any voter whose voter registration mail was returned to the Election Office undeliverable by the United States Postal Service and (3) voters who registered for the

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PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to the qualified electors of Buchanan County, State of Iowa that a Regular City Election in the City of Winthrop will be held on Tuesday, November 3, 2015. Valid identification such as a driver license, non-driver identification card or student identification card (all showing a color photograph and signature) will be required of voters under these circumstances: (1) a voter moved from one voting precinct to another without updating their voter registration record (2) any voter whose voter registration mail was returned to the Election Office undeliverable by the United States Postal Service and (3) voters who registered for the

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CIWA-water/Community Center .......................................2 5 . 4 6 CIWA-water/Fire Dept. .......2 5 . 4 6 Indytel .................................7 8 . 9 0 Greg Witte-Community Center Cleaning .............................6 0 . 0 0 Alliant ................................3 5 7 . 0 7 Waste Management .......2164.63 The News-publication .......1 2 7 . 5 7 IA. Dept of Revenue-sales tax .....................................1 6 7 . 0 0 Greg Witte-wages .............1 3 6 . 5 9 Rita Knutson-internet reimbursement....................................5 9 . 8 5 Deb Hemsath-internet reimb/ cleaning ............................1 0 4 . 8 5 Airgas-oxygen...................2 4 1 . 1 6 Display Sales-bulbs for Christmas lights .................................2 2 6 . 0 0 Post Office-stamps .............4 9 . 0 0 SEWER Chad Niedert-wages .........2 3 7 . 6 0 Deb Hemsath-wages ........1 5 0 . 0 0 REC ....................................4 9 . 0 0 RSB-collection ....................1 5 . 0 0 CIWA-water ........................2 5 . 4 6 Richard Franck-wages......1 5 9 . 6 7 ROADS Alliant ................................6 2 5 . 4 5 GENERAL Frank’s Karpentry-ﬁre station window ...................................4 6 0 . 2 3 TOTAL ............................6334.39 Mayor Knutson brought Council

up-to-date on the Fire Station window incident from Sept.27. Deputy Matt Cook had called to inform the Mayor that the window at the ﬁre station had been broken and that they had entered the building. The Deputies had taken statements from all parties that knew what had happened. The Council feels the individual should pay for the window replacement and labor of the work or the City will have to press charges. The Mayor will convey this to Deputy Cook. If restitution is made then the City of Rowley will not press charges. Council discussed the golf cart issue. Council is noticing there are golf carts with under age drivers on the carts, they are not following the rules as far as stopping at stop signs and going in front of cars. There should be a licensed driver in the golf cart at all times. If this continues, then the City will have to notify the parents and the police. M/S/C: Fangman/Parizek all ayes to adjourn at 7:55 pm. Next Regular Council Meeting will be November 12, 2015 at 7:00 pm. /S/Rita Knutson, Mayor /S/ Deb Hemsath, Clerk

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CITY OF BRANDON REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES October 12, 2015 The City Council of Brandon, Iowa met in regular session on Monday, October 12, 2015 at City Hall. Mayor Guy Stacy called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. Council members present: Travis Cornwell, Joseph Redenbaugh, Patrick Aldrich and Kelly Thomas. Ron Boyer arrived at 5:45. Motion by Redenbaugh/Cornwell to open Public Hearing to inform citizens of the City’s intent to submit an application for Federal Assistance for improvements to the wastewater treatment system with the USDA Rural Development Community Facilities Grant/Loan Program. All ayes. Motion carried. Jim Holz and Joe Elsinger representing MSA Professional Services were in attendance to answer any questions about the Grant. No one

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in attendance had any comments to make and no written correspondence was received prior to this date. Motion by Thomas/Aldrich to close Public Hearing. Motion Redenbaugh/Thomas to open Public Hearing on disposition of Real Estate and proposal for the sale of Lot 8, Block 1 to be considered. One written bid for this property was received. Motion by Redenbaugh/Cornwell to close Public Hearing. All ayes. Motion carried. Motion Boyer/Redenbaugh to accept bid from Robert and LaVon Bearbower. All ayes. Motion carried. Motion Redenbaugh/Cornwell to open Public Hearing on disposition of Real Estate and proposal for the sale of Lot 8, Block 8. One written bid for this property was received. Motion by Aldrich/Redenbaugh to close Public Hearing. All ayes. Motion carried. Motion Boyer/Aldrich to accept bid from Charles and Diana Lee. All ayes. Motion carried. Motion Cornwell/Thomas to approve Consent agenda. This included approval of agenda, the minutes of September 14th council

meeting, and payment of bills. All ayes. Motion carried The Buchanan County Sheriffs September record of performance in Brandon was reviewed by council members. Deputy Ben Ward was in attendance to answer inquiries. Motion Cornwell/Redenbaugh to approve Memorandum of Agreement for additional wastewater treatment system monitoring as required by the DNR. All ayes. Motion carried. A bid for seal coat project was received by Prairie Road Builders. After lengthy discussion by the mayor and council members, a motion was made by Boyer /Redenbaugh for the Mayor to speak with Prairie Road Builders and determine whether or not to proceed with this project this year or if it would be better to get on the top of list for next spring. All ayes. Motion carried. Vacant property at 606 Main Street was discussed. Clerk was instructed to contact attorney and have him proceed with whatever action he can to get it taken of. Mayor Stacy reported the pads have been poured for the generators. He also reported all of the new

play equipment has been installed at the City Park. Council person Cornwell will make sure the generators get hooked up and will be getting additional lighting at the Park installed. The Mayor announced trick or treating in Brandon will be from 6 to 8 pm on October 31st. Council person Thomas advised the Fire Department will be patrolling during trick or treat hours. Motion Boyer/Thomas for Clerk to attend Data-Tech User Group meeting on November 5th in LeMars and to get a room there for the night. All ayes. Motion carried. Motion Boyer/Cornwell to adjourn at 8:00 p.m. All ayes. Motion carried. /s/ Guy Stacy, Mayor ATTEST: /s/ Danette Lujan, City Clerk Access Systems-copy machine .................................$ 6 1 . 7 1 Alliant Energy-utilities ..$1,800.37 Brandon Kwik Stop-fuel for city & fire trucks ........................ $ 11 7 . 2 5 Brown Supply Co.-hydrant & accessories ........................$ 5 2 2 . 0 0 Buchanan County-contract law enforcement.....................$3,090.00 Center Point Farm &

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City of Brandon Preliminary Notice for Floodplains The USDA Rural Development Waverly Ofﬁce has received an application for ﬁnancial assistance from the City of Brandon, IA, Buchanan County. The proposal consists of removing sludge from the existing two-cell aerated lagoon Waste Water Treatment Facility (WWTF), installing new polypropylene liners in each cell, replacing the existing aeration system, installing a Submerged

Attached Growth Reactor (SAGR) for ammonia nitrogen treatment, and Installing UV disinfection. All proposed construction is anticipated to be located within the existing Brandon WWTF property boundaries. If implemented, the proposal will potentially impact the 100 year ﬂoodplain upon which the entire 4 acre site of the WWTF is located. The purpose of this notice is to

inform the public of this potential impact and request comments concerning the proposal. The 100 year floodplain elevation at the site will be precisely determined in the course of the design. All proposed improvements will be constructed above the 100 year floodplain or will be protected from the event of a 100 year flood by berms or a flood wall if necessary. The improvements will not be allowed to significantly

increase flood levels in the area. The recommended improvements at the existing WWTF site, has been determined to be the most cost effective to meet the effluent limits specified in the new NPDES wastewater permit. All actions taken will conform to applicable State or local floodplain protection standards. Other Agencies expected to be involved in this project at this time include, The

City of Brandon, Iowa Department of Natural Resources (Iowa DNR) and the Iowa State Revolving Fund (Iowa SRF). The environmental documentation regarding this proposal is available for review at USDA Rural Development, 1510 3rd Street SW, Waverly, IA 50677 and City of Brandon, 400 North Main, PO Box 263, Brandon, IA 52210. For questions regarding this proposal

contact Linea M Baldwin at 319352-1715 Ext 121. Any person interested in commenting on this proposal, should submit comments to the address above by November 14, 2015. A general location map of the proposal is shown below.

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State Senator Brian SchoeBy Steven C. Smith njahn of Arlington conducted ers Independence City Council met in regular session Oct. a listening post at the Falcon Care for healthcare work quite be 12 with Mayor Davis presiding and all council members can Center in Independence on Oct. ine The field of medic burnout. present. During the meeting, City Manager Al Roder an9 to hear concerns raised by stressful, which can lead to ped a nounced that signage was installed for designated ATV Governor Branstad’s impendthe most of Gallup and Healthways develo the field last week, making encomroutes in the community and that the trails are effectively Many area farmers entered ing privatization of Medicaid. ding to the definition of well-being that a jump on the fall harvest. Accor crop was essential open. Roder noted there will be additional signage and Senate President and Human favorable conditions to get corn the of 90% ay passes five interrelated and as of Mond ial, Resources committee member trail maps will be published when available. Iowa Department of Agriculture, Iowa Secretary of Agriculture elements: purpose, social, financ year. last of ahead week a elePam Jochum of Dubuque, and During public comments, resident Deb Hanna asked if mature, more than soybean crop the of 32% community and physical. These and corn ed 13% of Iowa’s duals’ report indivi ey into t North State Representative Bruce the audit she had inquired about at the last several meetBill insigh e ments provid Dale Photo) nships, Bearinger of Oelwein, also parings was available. Davis and Roder again replied the auwere harvested. (Christine sense of purpose, social relatio to their ticipated in the event. dit was a single item audit and the state has not yet made financial security, relationship . “Governor Branstad is pushing the official report available. community and physical health 10 healthto privatize Medicaid services Council approved the consent agenda with no discussion, Although fewer than one in es (CMS) of the intent to privatize services. all five elefaster and more completely than in any other even though none of the council members were able to care workers are thriving in The CMS has 90 days (until Dec. 7) to apreport 34% state,” Schoenjahn said. “I’m concerned that read all the supporting documents because of the kind of ments of well-being, at least prove or request plan modifications. nts. people in our communities will be denied software used to create the revised city organization chart. thriving in three or more eleme On Oct. 9 the state announced it had signed in three or critical medical services and that local proStory continues on page 25. Healthcare workers thriving to be at viders will not be adequately reimbursed for contracts with four managed care organimore elements are more likely zations (MCOs): Amerigroup Iowa, Inc.; times less the medical care of Medicaid patients.” work every day and are two AmeriHealth Caritas Iowa, Inc.; Unitedtheir than job By Jan. 1, 2016, the health care of more than likely to look for a new a half million Iowans will be turned over to Healthcare Plan of the River Valley, Inc.; counterparts. and WellCare of Iowa, Inc. Iowa Medicaid Johnson an four managed care companies. By Kris Wilgenbusch, NEWS Unpaid elder care noTHE Director Mikki Stier commented, “With the unce s Under Branstad’s proposed by the bidthe forregular According to a recent report During meeting of the Buchanan County Senate help of these experienced partners, Mediccontracts, administrative costs (40.4 16% ics, Diof stSupervisors ric Bureau of Labor Statist Board held aid members will receive better coordinated t 32 se at Tuesday due to Monday’s holiwill jump from 3% to 15%, stitutional million) of the civilian nonin day, Gary Gissel, Ellen Gaffney and Don Shonka approved care so that they get the services they need Habitat fo reaching a new total of $600 provide r population age 15 and over a Hu resolution for conservation property easement around the to become healthier. An overall healthmanity million. At the same are chapand unpaid eldercare, most of whom ier Medicaid population will drive te Guy Grover Timber Tree Plantings area. When Buchr time, the overall cost to plans annu Financial well-being eldercare NEWS women. Of the 40.4 million down program costs. This is good for DC) and Sedona althe property in 2011, they discovered anan County acquired By Kris Wilgenbusch, THE Board the state is supposed to yed Buchanan CountyIowa opment Commission (BCE ranks ninth in the top 10 states fundadjacent raiserprivate property owners that were land, 2600 Monday’s regular meeting, providers, a majority are emplo Acres nan County Economic Devel g Medicaid members and for Iowa’s land Durin Bucha there were apHeart ey at 14 Gaffn Oct. Ellen fall by $100 milemfor financial well-being for 2014, Gary Gissel and a career fair 4-7 PM Oct ob- er (61%) and nearly one-half are taxpayers who support this critical of Supervisors Don Shonka, locked the Grover property. Conservation Director Newithin Staffing Services will host ce Aquat ws fro 22released , 2015this week lion a year. results m and funding to Independenaccording ce. ployed full time (47%). better emprogram.” w proved a request for support DanQCohen the Conservation Board worked with the Swan Lake Blvd., Independen Comm uasqand fromfrom are “We all ha need to you in need of a job, seeking theu-Gallup-Healthways Well- ww.th ebuc ueto n County Attorney Michael Hudson to for the city to apply for a grant any order tor George Lake asks, “Are in Twenty-two percent of all elderc r na comp Direc C However, Schoenjahn and Jochum Cente your ic If the nc ? BCED owners and Assistant with home work together to ountynew h Vision Iowa, a job closer to Fa Being Index. To assess financial children find throug to with s like vo (CAT) m parent would rit or Touris were s and ers e s. tunitie tion provid Columresolution com .” are concerned about the hasty transinity Attrac draft an easement to allow access through the ployment oppor ns, make sure quality Providwe can respond to your needs well-being, U.S. adults were asked . 75 Recipe C en Gr under age 18 living with them. connect with new employees, ial of a $100,000 grant award page 21. to tion and lack of oversight for the new an g ts on s, potent ues prelookin t private property to the is Lo fo contin Beatty r ca Story Bob or health care services likely l remaining Grover property. ose wi about theirthability to th afford and ation Direct disafood Iow ers ages 65 and over were more privatized program structure. Jochum Advertising, Mor Independence Parks and Recre a Wo bienough aquatStory continues on page 4. lities the rkforc ign for remain available to locare campa l to s healthcare, whether they have e capita t e! group De age curren ve the other on in lop ha ment (IWD) than those s anno noted that all four of the companies chosented information bond n un millio ced cal seniors, people with money to doIow everything they want to ly passed a $3.2rec a is one of for a friend or neighbor. eivign sen have been cited for violations to Medsix tes ic center project. Citizens recent The capital campa is to gra nts they physical and mental disd as do,ing whether worried aboutstamoney . that tot center the uct al constr $1 to to Eldercare providers are define 4,911,243 impro icaid laws ranging from mismanagement referendum ceplo enden vepast Indep em abilities, and mothers and care in the week their perceptions ymand n for the project.for ent op portu individuals who provide unpaid adultits funds to fraud. Three of the 11 companies that raise the remaining $1.2 millio nities to anstandard comm d youth wi children,” said Schoenof their ofthliving who needs anyone wishing toIow to your alarm messages: disabcompared to someone age 65 or older submitted proposals have challenged ilities. City Council has approved that will rec Location matters when it comes years. athose eivspend to smoke alarms in every bedjahn. five e they time with. Financial related Install over • ne ion nts arl condit payme a behind of y ge se extend $2.5 million the help becau DEIfinanc how the contracts were awarded. That is the messa to the project can ialis an often-overlooked te sleeping alarm. fun Winthrop City Council met in regular session at 7 PM separa smoke and n of each ds. e writte to outsid Medicaid is paid for with have ed to well-being precampaign, room, the CAT Grant is of Week “P tion ement aging. This care can be provid ineo requir Preven Story continues on page 25. A home, ple Fire Oct. the of due year’s Oct. 7 with Mayor Gerald Dennie presiding. Council is wi this level ationdictor of th overall disabilithealth, state and federal funds; the state contributes members, costs, stated the appliclar Every area and on every ies are medical household or nonhousehold gestsion, the single support from the county. Beatty poolitofwas the beep where you sleep. Members present were Melissa Hesner, Mark Kress, Ann “Hear ent. discus basem ent un the After . g Pictured top: Senator Pam Jochum 47% and the federal government 53%. The productivity and performance. retirem tap notice in cludin pe short ” living alarm! work-ready indivi as well as persons alarms duals 15, and apologized for the forsta d, years Myers, and Leland Sprague. Council Member Lee White bedroom needs a working smoke five in the state manages the program with oversight greets Lourie Hutsenpiller. Hutsenpiller Gallup recently that half of ies. • Interconnect all smoke te,”found $10,000 over the next safety adsaid Iow Workfed homes or assisted care facilit a approved to give a total of a better draft to e De Along with firefighters and was absent. Individuals present included Library Board home. This way, when directorc velop Americans say from the federal government. In January has cancer and attended the meeting to methey Cindy Gosse wasTo nt Diare rop Emer- throughout the recfeeling wnsen tor Beth the project. County Auditor d. do. vocates nationwide, Winth “T all Member Janet James, Beverly Sprague, Government they his s, sound gra about their finances, an improvegrant. learn about proposed changes to Iowa 2015 Branstad announced his intent to the with the one opportunitt,iesCEO of nt will increase letter of support to submit with ly by pushAffordable Care Act ed federal gency Services is joining forces tion class students, and City Clerk Mary Ryan. and pro lle Dhond Mechegra ment from 43% two years ago. Fewer • Test alarms at least month Medicaid. with privatize services currently managed by met vid Asboard e the ss, tra Protec releas ly ini busine Fire ms ng proIn other t tha . Dhond t he According to recent nonprofit National . update Council approved the consent agenda, prior meeting lp an button for lev test es, the Americans are lacking health insurServic el ing Above: State Sen. Brian Schoenjahn. IDHS. On Sept. 7, the state notified the the Health l tion ed insurplaying field Preven for people wioff than East Central Region Menta when they data, 17.6 million have receiv sociation (NFPA) during Fire minutes, current bills, monthly financial report, and Trickand better ance th anddisstruggling to afford food abilities, so • Replace all smoke alarms (Steven C. Smith Photos) Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Servicnts Act, financially very sound is reside Care co local able region d mp the remin Afford that the to don’t the ete h 4-10, they stated y if forfar can since ance throug Week, Oct. higinmoniold or sooner or-Treat hours for 4:30-7 PM Saturday, Oct. 31. The liwill be closely t clo h-d years 10 budge so 2015 than in any year em are the ver, ng an Howe worki d who job Iowa. se the s and help other regions in skillstheThese although 10.5 million people about the importance of having g from rly. brary activity report was presented by Janet James. gastate. p.” improvements at the be no funding comin m, outside respond prope Accordi2008. knows tored due to the fact there will the are encouraging, but fing qualify remain uninsured. es within smoke alarms in every bedroo to U.S. servicnational In other business the council approved Resolutions level • Make sure everyone in the home Census Burea ented many new e, nearlevel of statistics fro g Buchanan County has implem u by state, trainin alarm and underOf the uninsured who are eligibl ily each sleeping area, and on every m 20 smoke -to-fam the of 2015-12 (GASB No. 54/Classification of Fund Balances); family 13 sound nancial well-being still varies lines, the , e Iow y servic ent. third identif states leadin facilities, a is one of 10 Kris and Cr county jail, 24-hour crisis they hear it. ly half are aged 18-34 and a aig Wilgenb the home, including the basem the naSouthern ntial care 2015-13 (Year End Financial Report/Fiscal Year Ending andg many in particular tion in crestates rop stands what to do when have concern regarding reside us is Winth ter 50% mo ly said ch There ” a re alth. ximate count, he ha ati s outjob Appro tele-he get ld ng yri ity. g and s, second the06/30/15); oppo de through workin isbehind as a minor “In a fire, ir annual and 2015-14 (Subordination Agreement with region rtu nities thefor national • If the smoke alarm sound out the farthat January 2018. 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Week 359.6 str ntion ? un reduction in $202, ucture local Ac for Preve A ty to spread EA Gosse cording to workforce Economic This year’s Fire GUIDE! SILO (scho THE De & pla B ve NEWS sho nt an La lop ag pe rtd smoke ke ment Comm e can lead to sts. A statew other ing , 16 ol infraEast Buchan option) sales tax funds county bu ide paign includes the follow iss the an was dis qu sin ion (B (E inability mains in pla arantine reesses from CEDC) and B) School Bo to meet ord Su Jes ce, restrictin pe Se up ard meeting cussed at the rin do , ers tendent/Ele na StaffIndependenc in a timely g the moveme ing Services of hardwoo he me ma e, nta nn W Go ry er resulting d fire sponsored a throp and La innt v. Terry Br Principal Da ld Oct. 14. Ca- bly an reer Fair at in mo chips and ash wood, ash logs, wood n sta po nt Fo d ssi- in the x noted tha took part has pro losing custo taxes on “co Heartland Ac tree nursery t event an me nsumable sup posed eliminating sta res healt in order to stock. To learn ab plants. The te sales hcare busin rs. Local spective em d 50-plus proass plies” in Iow ou De esses and ployees att nesses conn ist local busi- provid that are threat t EAB and other pests tive July 1 ne partment of Revenue dra a manufacturing endect ed the fair. ers also ne en xt year, which ed to hire fted the rule, Initial feedb fied employe with quali- addit tion, visit ww ing Iowa’s tree populacut for manu ional emplo ack eff would result es. The annu w.IowaTree fac yees to bet- from attending comp Career Fair in a significan ecal ter ser Pests.com. anies wa According to turers, bypassing legisl on the quali ve clients. t tax Child care co ati ty to help local s held Oct. 14 Where will Bu $40-70 millio the information Fox sha ve input. was positive of attendees companies cha According to sts red n find ty bu nan Coun. the workers , the state wi in revenue a $8 million. sin ll lose ne Economic Po recent study by the Combined wi and SILO will lose an pand business eded to ex- in an esses locate workers licy Institute, est th million in on imated environment operations. day take a big bit e-time approp the July 2 veto of more of full emIowa’s eco ployment e out of house care costs than $55 Legislature, riations for no hold incomes. It has determ schools pas this will pla a “good ne my is facing tor Ge ? BCEDC Direcine sed by the ce a further ws” versus orge Lake strain on sch adequate inc d that in rural Iowa, “n exp sootlai go ned od “A oo om news” scena , l funding. ccording to Story continu rio. The yet adequate e to secure a “modest good news es on page by Iowa Wo data supplied standard of liv is tha 21. rkf two-parent, chanan Coun t Bument, over orce Developtwo-child fam ing” for a ty and 7,000 Bucha ily in 2014 wa $60,650 per Iow a’s nan County res yea s unemployide by nearly $3 r. This amount increases nts ment rate commu to surround ,000 per yea are at ing counties te r in Cedar Falls By Kris Wilge for metro area. Th the Waterloo/ their lowest levels nbusch, TH e study found child care wa E NEWS in years. Bu During their s a significan ch regula t variable in determining anan Coun Bo ard of Supervi r Monday meeting, cost of living ty’s Buchanan Co sors Ellen Ga . As an examp child care cos Au Gi gu unty ssel discusse st unemffney, Don le, ts $344 in rural for a four year old are ployment rat dence Polic d a proposed rental lea Shonka and Gary So e e De se high as $1,47 uth Carolina but can be ager Al Rode partment. Shonka had with the Indepenas is at 3.6% as 2 in Washing me r to talk abou ton DC. Minimum wa t a lease renew t with City Mana committee de al ly hard hit wh ge earners are particula for renewing signated by the Indepen and reported that ren it comes dence City the rental lea The typical to child car Council se Cu e. mi agreement wi rrently, the Ci Iowa can ex nimum-wage earner in ll meet Nov. ty of Indep feet of office pe 12. space to ho endence leases 1,607 53% of their ct to spend more than yearly cost square use earnings to the police de is $5 car 4-year-old ch partment. has proposed 2,578, which includes ild. This inc e for a utilities. The The to renew the reases to mo than 62% if county increase, an re the d 90-day no 3-year lease, with an an In many sta child is an infant. tice of termi nual 2% rected Assis tes na tant County child care co , including Iowa, annu Attorney Mi tion. Supervisors dial lea st exceed the se Pic for tur the ch ed, above: ael city to review cost of publi Sandy Ford at their upco Hudson to draft a In other bu Sedona Sta of college tuitio c sin mi ffin n. port Speciali ess, the supervisors ap ng meeting. Lake, executi g Services and Georg st job descr proved an IT e ve iption. After Auditor Ci County Econ director of Buchanan ndy Gosse discussion, Supomic Develop wi Co deadline for ll advertise Commission ment the position unty application . as Nov. 13. with a Roadside M At left: Jim anagement La Di she is in the Craig Schro twesen and and process of cle rector Sheryln Hazen eder with Inn reported ment. aning and wi ovative Ag Services. (St nterizing all even C. 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