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Building Direction for Families conducting community surveys Domestic Violence Awareness Month and HelpLine changes

To help raise awareness, October has been designated Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The purpose is to mourn those who have died because of domestic violence, celebrate those who have survived, and engage more people to end the violence.

Effective Oct. 1, the Iowa Domestic Violence HelpLine (formerly the Iowa State Domestic Violence Hotline) has changed its phone number to 1-800-770-1650. The statewide HelpLine has advocates available 24 hours a day, seven days a week to assist victims and survivors with the resources and shelter they need to escape an abusive situation.

Nearly 21,000 victims of domestic abuse received services from the Crime Victim Assistance Division of the Iowa Attorney General last year, an increase of 15% from the previous year. Across the United States, 1-in-4 women (24.3%) and 1-in-7 men (13.8%) aged 18 and older have been the victim of severe physical violence by an intimate partner in their lifetime.

It is also available for friends, family or concerned citizens to call for assistance and guidance if they have witnessed or suspect intimate partner violence is happening to someone they know. For more information about the HelpLine, visit www. survivorshelpline.org. $294 million boost in state revenues projected for next year A non-partisan budget group that sets the state budget framework is projecting a $294 million boost in state revenues next year.

The $7.349 billion estimate for fiscal year 2017 (FY) is the first look at the budget lawmakers will work with during the 2016 legislative session. The non-partisan group, called the Revenue Estimating Conference (REC), will meet again in December with an opportunity to make further revisions if necessary.

The REC also reduced their previous estimate made in March for the current fiscal year (FY 2016) to $7.055 billion. However, the new estimate still represents a 3.4% increase, or $230.8 million, over the previous year. The FY 2016 budget remains balanced and is estimated to have a surplus of $263 million with another $734.9 million in reserves.

The REC rolled back their estimates due to concerns of flat sales tax revenues, weaker corporate income tax receipts, and a declining farm income. The REC anticipates by the time the December estimating period arrives, they might have a better indication of the revenue trends.

Since the REC last met in March, the fiscal year 2015 budget ended on June 30th with a budget balanced, $405.7 million surplus, and state reserve funds full at $718.7 million.

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Buchanan County Board of Supervisors October 19, 2015 The Buchanan County Board of Supervisors met in regular session at 9:00 a.m. on Monday, October 19, 2015 with Gary Gissel, Chairman in the Chair, Ellen Gaffney and Don Shonka present. Absent, none.

The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.

Motion by Shonka second by Gaffney to approve the minutes of the October 13th meeting. All in favor, motion carried.

Motion by Shonka second by Gaffney to approve the claims ďŹ led with the County Auditor for payment in the amount of $214,707.77. All in favor, motion carried.

Roadside Manager, Sherlyn Hazen presented her monthly report.

During the month of September the department sprayed approximately 80 miles of brush and cut trees. Six areas were hydroseeded. Hazen will be presenting information on Buchanan County’s program to Winneshiek County.

The equipment will be winterized this month. After discussion, motion by Gaffney second by Shonka

Public Notice

Buchanan County Board of Supervisors October 13, 2015 The Buchanan County Board of Supervisors met in regular session at 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, October 13, 2015 with Gary Gissel, Chairman in the Chair, Ellen Gaffney and Don Shonka present. Absent none.

The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.

Motion by Gaffney second by Shonka to approve the minutes of the October 5th meeting. All in favor, motion carried.

Motion by Shonka second by Gaffney to approve the employee reimbursement claims ďŹ led with the County Auditor for payment in the amount of $586.20. All in favor, motion carried.

Motion by Gaffney second by Shonka to approve the following ofďŹ cer’s reports: monthly – Recorder $9,822.88; Clerk of Court $1,729.02 and Jail $4,848.00; quarterly – Sheriff $15,031.35 and Auditor $47,840.56. All in favor, motion carried.

Conservation Director, Dan Cohen presented information regarding a property easement. After dis-

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to accept the monthly report. All in favor, motion carried.

Community Services Director, Julie Davison presented the monthly report of her department.

Case Management has served 113 clients. Linn County has asked Buchanan County to serve their residents that live in Buchanan County. The Community Services staff will review this request. Director Davison presented information regarding the 24-hour crisis line.

Three residents received rental assistance and six residents received utility assistance. Twenty-ďŹ ve veterans were served. After discussion, motion by Gaffney second

by Shonka to accept the monthly report. All in favor, motion carried.

A letter of resignation has been received from Veterans Affairs Commission member, Larry Sherrets. He will serve until a replacement is found. The Auditor’s ofďŹ ce will proceed and advertise for the position.

Motion by Gaffney second by Shonka to appoint Joel Waskow, Perry Township Trustee effective October 19, 2015. All in favor, motion carried.

Motion by Gaffney second by Shonka to approve the maintenance contract with Brecke Mechanical Contractors for the courthouse steam boilers and authorize the chairman to sign. All in favor, motion carried.

cussion, motion by Gaffney second

by Shonka to approve the following resolution. On roll call all voted aye thereon. Motion carried.

RESOLUTION 15-71 WHEREAS, Buchanan County (“County�) owns property adjacent to property owned by Laura Klendworth and Leroy Klendworth, as husband and wife, Cleta Fuller and James Fuller, as husband and wife, Debra Platt, Robert Wyrick, and Marianne and Roland Cayouette, as husband and wife (“Grantees)�.

WHEREAS, the Grantees have no access to their property except through the property owned by the County; and, WHEREAS, the County has only one point of access for foot trafďŹ c to its property except through the property owned by the Grantees; and, WHEREAS, the proposed exchange of easements will be mutually beneďŹ cial to the County, the community at large, as well as the Grantees.

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Supervisors hereby authorizes and grants an easement as proposed by the Buchanan County Conservation Board across property located in said written easement for the Grantees and subsequent land owners’ use so long as said use is in compliance with terms and con-

Discussion was held regarding the lease renewal with the City of Independence. After discussion, motion by Gaffney second by Shonka to send a proposed lease to the City of Independence with the following changes to the current lease: increase two percent annually with the ďŹ rst year lease amount of $53,630; second year $54,703; and third year $55,797; and #14 Termination of Lease increase to ninety (90) days’ notice.

All in favor, motion carried.

The Board reviewed the IT Support Specialist job description. After discussion, motion by Shonka second by Gaffney to approve the description as presented and direct the County Auditor to advertise for the position. All in favor, motion carried.

County Auditor, Cindy Gosse presented the September ďŹ nancial report. After discussion, motion by Gaffney second by Shonka to accept the report. All in favor, motion carried.

Auditor Gosse presented the September Health Insurance Trust ďŹ nancial report. Motion by Gaffney second by Shonka to accept the report. All in favor, motion carried.

Motion by Gaffney second by Shonka to adjourn at 9:50 a.m. All in favor, motion carried.

Gary Gissel, Chairman ATTEST: Cindy Gosse, Auditor

ditions of the written easement.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Board of Supervisors is hereby authorized and approved to execute said easement.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that said easement shall be ďŹ led with the Buchanan County Recorder upon its approval.

Passed this 13th day of October 2015.

After further discussion, motion

by Gaffney second by Shonka to authorize the Chairman to sign the easement. All in favor, motion carried.

Public Health Director, Amy Marlow presented her monthly report.

Director Marlow reported on the upcoming B’Well events. The FY15 annual report was submitted and reviewed. The on-site u shot clinics are underway with requests for clinics on the rise. Immunization card reviews have begun in the schools and registered daycares.

Allen College and University of Iowa students are working with the department on educational projects. Director Marlow reported on the mumps outbreak in Iowa. After discussion, motion by Gaffney second by Shonka to accept the report.

All in favor, motion carried.

Motion by Gaffney second by Shonka to approve the following resolution. On roll call all voted aye

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RESOLUTION 15-72 WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors has the power to abate taxes on property that is owned by a political subdivision of the State of Iowa per Iowa Code Section 445.63.

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Supervisors authorizes the County Treasurer to abate taxes, penalty and costs under the name of the City of Brandon, parcel #13.27.358.009 in the amount of $2,474 plus penalty and interest in the amount of $1,316 for the years 2008 through 2014 payable 2009-16.

Passed this 13th day of October 2015.

Motion by Shonka second by Gaffney to approve the following resolution. On roll call all voted aye thereon. Motion carried RESOLUTION 15-73 APPROVAL OF WAIVER OF BUCHANAN COUNTY’S RIGHT TO APPEAL ISSUANCE OF FINAL CONSTRUCTION PERMIT FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF CONFINED ANIMAL FEEDING OPERATION BY THE IOWA DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES BE IT RESOLVED by the Buchanan County Board of Supervisors as follows: Section 1. The Buchanan County Board of Supervisors has received

262-275-5050 notice from the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) that Mike Pech d/b/aPech Home site has been issued a draft permit for the construction of a conďŹ ned animal feeding operation building at 1588 Taylor Ave. in unincorporated Buchanan County.

Section 2. The Buchanan County Board of Supervisors reviewed the construction permit application and the manure management plan and determined that both appeared to be in compliance with the requirements of the Master Matrix, Iowa Code Section 459 and Iowa DNR rules and recommended approval of said application on September 28, 2015.

Section 3. The Buchanan County Board of Supervisors hereby waives its right to appeal the issuance of the ďŹ nal permit within the fourteen (14) day limit from the time of receipt of notice of the issuance of the draft permit.

Section 4. The Buchanan County Board of Supervisors encourages the Iowa DNR to issue the Final Permit immediately upon notiďŹ cation of this waiver.

Section 5. The Buchanan County Board of Supervisors authorizes the Board Chairman to notify the Iowa DNR of this waiver.

Section 6. This resolution shall take effect immediately.

Passed this 13th day of October

Public Notice

***SPECIAL HOSPITAL BOARD MEETING*** BUCHANAN COUNTY HEALTH CENTER WILL BE HOSTING A SPECIAL BOARD MEETING AT 10:00 A.M. NOVEMBER 12, 2015 TO DISCUSS THE BCHC AMBULATORY AND THERAPY ADDITION. THE MEETING WILL BE HELD AT THE HOSPITAL IN MEETING ROOM A, 1600 FIRST STREET EAST, INDEPENDENCE, IA. THE HOSPITAL BOARD OF TRUSTEES WILL REVIEW AND TAKE ACTION ON THE BUILDING PROJECT OVERVIEW, TIMELINE, FUNDING SOURCES, BUILDING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, BUDGETED CONSTRUCTION COSTS AND ANSWER ANY QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS THE PUBLIC MAY HAVE. THIS MEETING IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. 2015.

Community Services Director, Julie Davison presented information regarding the Business Associate Agreement with County Social Services. After discussion, motion

by Gaffney second by Shonka to approve the Business Associate Agreement pending the approval by the County Attorney. All in favor, motion carried.

County Engineer, Brian Keierleber presented information regarding the posting of a structure on 165th St. After discussion, motion

by Gaffney second by Shonka to approve the following resolution.

On roll call all voted aye thereon.

Motion carried.

RESOLUTION 15-74 BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Supervisors approve the posting of the following structure: Fairbank Twp. Sec. 3, located on 165th St., west of Hwy. W-13 at a weight restriction of three (3) tons.

Passed this 13th day of October 2015.

Motion by Gaffney second by Shonka to adjourn at 9:55 a.m. All in favor, motion carried.

Gary Gissel, Chairman ATTEST: Cindy Gosse, Auditor

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Prevent back pain before it starts

Many people suffer from back pain on a daily basis. Almost all of us experience back pain at some time in their life. Back pain can be divided into neck pain, upper back pain, and lower back pain, and even hip or tailbone pain. This pain can be dull or sharp, constant or irregular. There are many things you can do to protect yourself from a back injury or back pain. Use these tips to stop back pain before it starts!

- Think about good posture! Your chin should be tucked slightly. Shoulder should be back and down. Ears should be over shoulder, shoulder over hips, hips in line with ankles.

Correcting your posture may help reduce the pain as bad posture puts a strain on your neck and back muscles and ligaments.

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- PUSH objects rather than pull. When you push an object you use the muscles in your legs. Lean into the object using your body weight. When pulling objects, you tend to use too much force on your back.

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Wait until soil cools before applying anhydrous ammonia fertilizer

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As Buchanan County Health Center (BCHC) has expanded, so has its parking needs. A new parking area north of the hospital has improved access for patients, visitors, and staff. (Donna Jensen Photo)

NRCS to farmers: Tillage will dry out soils faster Submitted by Natural Resources Conservation Service

Very little rainfall in October throughout much of Iowa allowed most farmers to start and finish harvest without much delay. If conditions remain dry this fall, many farmers may be tempted to till the soil to allow any additional moisture to infiltrate. According to soil experts with USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), however, that is a common misconception.

Doug Peterson, regional soil health specialist with NRCS in Des Moines, says tilling the soil will actually accelerate the drying process and cause soil to erode more easily.

He says the combination of high winds and warmer than normal temperatures wastes water if soils aren’t covered.

“Ground cover, whether it’s living or crop residue, limits the drying effect of wind, shades the soil from the sun, and traps snow during winter,” said Peterson. “This all adds up to more water infiltrating into the soil and less evaporating into the air.”

Peterson says soil should always be covered by growing plants, their residues, or a combination of the two. “Healthy soils are full of life,” he said. “Microorganisms living in the soil have the same needs as any other living creature needing food and cover to survive.”

An Iowa State University study (Al-Kaisi, 2013) tested the impacts of five different types of tillage systems on water infiltration. Results showed a no-till system allowed water to infiltrate three times more water than a system using a chisel plow, and about six times more water than a system using a deep ripper.

Barb Stewart, state agronomist with NRCS in Iowa, says farmers who planted cover crops this year are going to be even less affected by dry conditions. “The combination of residue cover and a living cover crop will keep soils healthy over the winter,” she said. “Cover crop roots offer soil microbes a reliable food source after corn, soybeans and other crops are harvested.”

Not only is tillage harmful to beneficial insects and other living organisms that affect soil health and crop production, but tillage also causes soils to erode much more easily. “When a falling raindrop explodes as it hits bare soil, it dislodges un-

protected soil particles, and begins the process of soil erosion,” said Stewart. “Cover crops and plant residue prevent that violent splash on soil.”

Healthy, protected soils won’t crust over, allowing water to infiltrate the soil and become available to plant roots. Stewart says a mulch of crop residues and living plants on the soil surface also suppresses weeds early in the growing season, giving the primary crop a competitive advantage.

“Cover crops can build moisture reserves far better than row crops can by themselves,” says Stewart. “Cover crops open small channels in the soil for better water infiltration, and the organic matter they build helps retain both moisture and nutrients.”

For information about healthy soils and soil conservation, visit a local NRCS office or go online to www.ia.nrcs.usda. gov.

Pictured: In Guthrie County, a cereal rye cover crop flourishes following corn harvest in 2014.

Farmers are reminded to wait until soil temperatures remain below 50 degrees Fahrenheit before applying anhydrous ammonia (NH3) fertilizer this fall. Harvest is progressing rapidly in many parts of the state and officials with the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship and Iowa State University (ISU) Extension and Outreach said waiting can help reduce nitrogen loss and better protects the environment.

“It is important that farmers wait for cooler soil temps to apply anhydrous so that there is a better chance the fertilizer stays put and will be available to the crop next spring,” said Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Bill Northey. “Soil temperatures, like air temperatures, can change quickly so it is important that we wait with applications until soils are likely to remain below 50 degrees.”

ISU Extension and Outreach maintains a statewide real-time soil temperature data map on their website that ag retailers and farmers use to determine when fall N applications are appropriate. The website can be found at http://extension.agron. iastate.edu/NPKnowledge/.

“The reason for waiting to apply anhydrous ammonia until soils are cold is that nitrification, the process of biological conversion of ammonium to nitrate, occurs at a more rapid rate with warm soils. Since ammonium-N does not leach and is not subject to denitrification, as is nitrate, it is more stable in the soil,” said John Sawyer, ISU professor and extension specialist in soil fertility and nutrient management.

In addition to waiting for cooler soil temperatures, farmers should also make sure that the soil is not too dry, too hard, or too wet as those conditions can cause injection issues and allow ammonia to move to the soil surface and be lost to the air.

If conditions are not suitable, then waiting for better conditions is suggested.

Farmers with questions about timing of fertilizer applications can talk to a local ISU Extension and Outreach field specialist or their ag retailer for more information.

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Keep lawn & garden equipment in shape Enjoy a safe Halloween with NFPA’s fire safety tips Tips to get ready for winter storage Set up a safe work zone. Identify a safe location with plenty of work space that is out of the way of children and pets. Work only in a well-ventilated area that is away from heat sources, sparks or flames.

Collect outdoor power equipment. This might include a lawn mower, generator, string trimmer, chain saw, edger, power washer, blower, chipper, splitter, or other tool that uses a small engine to do outdoor work.

Turn equipment off. Before servicing or repairing any outdoor power equipment, disconnect the spark plug and battery cables.

Protect yourself. Wear safety glasses and gloves to protect against harmful chemicals and debris.

Inspect outdoor power equipment. Make sure safety guards are not disabled or missing. Check for loose belts or missing or damaged guards. Check and tighten all screws and nuts.

Clean equipment. Grass, leaves and dirt that have accumulated on equipment should be removed. Use a soft rag or cloth to clean away grime and dirt.

Drain the fuel. Stored equipment should not have fuel in its tank. Many fuels today contain ethanol, which absorbs water and may phase separate, causing operating problems. If there is fuel in the tank, remove what remains. Run the engine until the engine stops so the fuel is used up. Get more information on safe fueling at www.LookBeforeYouPump.com Store leftover fuel properly. Gasoline should be stored no more than 30 days without being treated with a fuel stabilizer. Use a sealed container that is approved for fuel storage. Always keep fuel out of the reach of children and

away from heat sources or flames.

Lubricate, sharpen, and charge as needed.

Check the oil levels and blade conditions.

Change the oil now if needed. Get lawn mower blades sharpened so it will be ready for spring. Inspect the spark plug, replace it, and add clean engine oil. Check the air filter and clean or replace as needed. If equipment has a removable battery, take it out and store it in a warm spot. If you have a battery charger, charge the battery before storing it.

Service equipment. If not comfortable performing some of these tasks or think equipment needs additional servicing, now is a good time to take it to a dealer or repair shop.

Identify and clear a safe storage space. An indoor storage area will protect equipment from the elements. A storage area should be cool and dry, and equipment should be out of the reach of children and pets. Store equipment away from pool chemicals, cleaners, or fertilizers – anything that could cause corrosion from spills.

Properly store supplies. Using approved storage containers for lawn care or yard supplies will help avoid spills in storage spaces.

Leftover materials should be stored in sealed containers, so pests like rodents are not drawn to them. Keep containers out of the reach of children and pets.

Locate winter outdoor power equipment.

Locate snow shovels, snow blowers or throwers, ice scrapers, ice melt or rock salt. If low on winter supplies, now is a good time to stock up. Place winter equipment and supplies in an accessible location so they can be found easily when the first snowflakes and ice arrive.

With Halloween just around the corner, children will soon be out in costume trekking through festive displays in search of candy. However, more than ghosts could be lurking amongst the mid-fall fun, as Halloween costumes and decorations present a number of hidden fire hazards.

Fortunately, by following some simple safety precautions from the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), you can ensure a day of safe fun for your family and trick-or-treaters.

“Halloween has become such a festive time of year and we want people to enjoy decorating their homes, wearing colorful costumes and getting in the fall spirit,” said Lorraine Carli, NFPA’s vice president of Outreach and Advocacy, “but this holiday can quickly turn hazardous if proper precautions aren’t taken.” According to Carli, fire risks include candle decorations and billowing costumes with long-trailing fabric.

NFPA’s most recent statistics show that decorations were the first item to be ignited in an average of 860 reported home structure fires per year from 2009-2013, causing an estimated average of one civilian death, 41 civilian injuries and $13.4 million in direct property damage. Nearly half of all decoration fires in homes are the result of decorations being too close to a heat source.

Thirty-eight percent were started by candles and one-sixth began in the living room, family room or den.

Visit the Sparky the Fire Dog® website to find tip sheets, kids’ activities, a pumpkin-carving template and more. Parents and teachers can also utilize NFPA’s simple Halloween fire safety tip graphic.

In a safety video, NFPA’s Lisa Braxton says planning ahead can help make Halloween firesafe. Taking simple precautions, like making sure costumes and decorations are flame-resistant, can make the difference between a safe and tragic holiday.

Improve Halloween safety by following these tips from NFPA: •Costumes: When choosing a costume, stay away from billowing or long-trailing fabric. If making your own costume, choose material that won’t easily ignite if it comes into contact with heat or flame.

•Visibility: Provide children with flashlights to carry for lighting or glow sticks as part of their costumes. If a child is wearing a mask, make sure the eye holes are large enough so they can see clearly out of it.

•Flammable decorations: Dried flowers, cornstalks and crepe paper are highly flammable.

Keep these and other decorations well away from all open flames and heat sources, including light bulbs and heaters.

•Candles/jack-o-lanterns: It is safest to use a glow stick or battery-operated candle in a jacko-lantern. If using a real candle, use extreme caution. When lighting candles inside jack-o-lanterns, use long fireplace-style matches or a utility lighter. If choosing to use candle decorations, make sure to keep them well attended at all times. Do not leave them near flammable objects or where trick-or-treaters may walk. Remind children to avoid open flames. Make sure children are watched at all times when candles are lit.

•Exits: Remember to keep exits clear of decorations, so nothing blocks escape routes.

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Buchanan County 4-H Awards Night

By Alexia Hamlett, County Youth Coordinator Buchanan Co. ISU Extension and Outreach

The 2016 Buchanan County 4-H Awards Night Banquet will be held on Nov. 7 at the St. Patrick’s Parish Center in Winthrop. That evening there will be a meal beginning at 6:30 PM, with the awards ceremony to follow. All 4-H’ers, volunteers, supporters and community members are invited to come, but need to RSVP to the Extension office by Oct. 30.

During the award ceremony members will receive recognition for leadership, record books, special senior awards, club work and more! A special guest from the Iowa State 4-H Council, Maddie Herring, will make an appearance and speak about the 4-H’ers for 4-H Campaign. Also three 4-H members including Spencer Cook, Alex Gentz and Keegan Kehrli will discuss the Citizen Washington Focus trip they took last summer to Washington DC. They are all members of the Middlefield Hustlers 4-H Club. Two clubs, the Byron Vikings and Buffalo Bells, are helping host the event by decorating and making dessert. This special event is a wonderful way to recognize our Clover Kid and 4-H members, as well as the leaders and committee volunteers for all the hard work and dedication that they put towards the 4-H program.

For more information contact Buchanan County ISU Extension and Outreach at 319-334-7161 or email Alexia Hamlett at ahamlett@iastate.edu.

Unwanted intruders

By Ashley Sherrrets, Ag/Hort Program Coordinator Buchanan Co. ISU Extension and Outreach

Fall. While most people are pulling out warm clothes, watching football, attending festivals and bonfires and consuming anything that has to do with pumpkin, I find myself in a constant battle. Boxelder bugs have taken to flooding out of the crack behind my step most afternoons, resulting in a state of panic from me and anyone else who might be near. These creatures are seeking out their winter habitat.

Anyone who lives in the state at this time of year has most likely noticed the swarming numbers of a few different types of insects.

Many times we’ll notice them as they can be found in large numbers in, on or near our homes. The places they will likely be found are on the south and west sides of your home (as these are the sunniest parts), in the windows, and corners up along the ceiling indoors and in any crack that is accessible in or around the home.

The common pests that can be found intruding into our homes, attempting to find an overwintering habitat are boxelder bugs, lady beetles, pine seed bugs, millipedes, crickets, clover mites and spiders.

These intruders are generally harmless to people, and enter the structures more out

of accident than any other reason. They do not breed, bite, feed on people, animals, houseplants or stored food items or carry disease. They can, however, cause irritation for those who are subject to allergies, stain fabrics and secrete foul odors when eliminated. When battling to evict these intruders from your home, the best approach is to prevent them from entering the structure at all. Make sure your doors and windows are tight fitting and sealed; repair or replace old screens that might be damaged; seal opening around pipes, doors, windows, eaves, soffits and any other cracks and keep them in good condition to keep pests from entering.

Should the insects and spiders make it indoors there are a few methods for getting rid of them. One is to simply sweep them up and toss them in the (outdoor) trash after they have already died. Another is to pursue them with a vacuum cleaner. Taking a ladies nylon and sticking the toe into the vacuum hose, rubber banding the end at the end of the hose and then running the vacuum will allow you to catch the sluggish intruders. Once you have vacuumed all the offenders up, simply gather the nylon, tie a knot and discard the insect. This will keep the foul odor that emits from the crushed bodies of the insects from polluting your vacuum.

Pesticides are rarely recommended or ef-

fective at controlling these pests. As their life processes slow down to ready for hibernation, pesticides will often become ineffective. For swarms outdoors, a lawn and garden spray or soapy water spray (5ml liquid detergent per gallon of water) can be used to spray on and around the foundation to keep them from entering the home. If using this method, repeated applications are most likely needed, especially after a rain.

When dealing with spiders, the control method is often very similar to that of insects. Most spiders are not harmful, and tolerance for living with them and capture and removal are recommended when possible. Remove webbing and eggs sacs with a vacuum or broom to disrupt nesting sites and any spiders found. Supplementing sanitation efforts with insecticide treatments is another option. For more information about spiders that are coming into your home, please see the following publication https://store.extension.iastate.edu/Product/ Common-Spiders-in-and-Around-Homes, which is available to download from the ISU Extension and Outreach store.

I know that it’s only going to be a matter of time before the numbers slow and I don’t have to worry every time I walk in the door that I have four or five insects riding in with me. Using some of the tips I gave you, hopefully you too can become better prepared to deal with these insects.

For further questions please feel free to contact me at 319-334-7161 or sherrets@iastate.edu.

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OPEN HOUSE Dick and Jane Griswold Annual Amway Open House, 2856 200th St. Winthrop. Friday, Oct. 30, 1:30-8 PM, Saturday, Oct. 31, 1-4 PM. pp GARAGE SALE Sat., Oct. 31, 9 AM-5 PM. Furniture, bar stools, toys, riding mowers, misc., books. 514 2nd St. S, Winthrop.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            

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Iowa Crop Report

Harvest activities continued rapidly early in the week, but slowed down Friday due to rain, according to the USDA, National Agricultural Statistics Service. Statewide there were 5.4 days suitable for fieldwork during the week ending October 25, 2015. Down 1.5 days from the previous week. Iowa farmers were still able to harvest one-fifth of the State’s corn crop during the week. Fieldwork activities for the week included harvesting corn for grain, harvesting soybeans, fall tillage, tiling, terracing, seeding cover crops, and applying dry fertilizer. Other activities included chopping and baling corn stalks, as well as manure hauling and spreading.

Topsoil moisture levels rated 5 percent very short, 19 percent short, 73 percent adequate, and 3 percent surplus. Subsoil moisture levels rated 4 percent very short, 14 percent short, 77 percent adequate and 5 percent surplus.

Seventy-three percent of the corn crop for grain has been harvested, 12 days ahead of last year, and 3 days ahead of the 5-year average. Moisture content of all corn being harvested was at 16 percent, down 1 percentage point from the previous week with scattered reports of grain coming out of the field and going straight into the bin. Ninety-two percent of the soybean crop has been harvested, 9 days ahead of last year, and 2 days ahead of normal.

Harvest progress of both corn and soybeans in southwest and south central Iowa continued to lag behind the rest of the State.

Grain movement from farm to elevator was rated 9 percent none, 24 percent light, 43 percent moderate, and 24 percent heavy. Off-farm grain storage availability rated 21 percent short, 75 percent adequate, and 4 percent surplus. On-farm grain storage availability rated 28 percent short, 68 percent adequate, and 4 percent surplus.

Pasture condition rated 56 percent good to excellent. Livestock conditions were described as excellent, with reports of some cattle being turned out to graze corn stalks.

Public Notice

EAST BUCHANAN COMMUNITY SCHOOL BOARD MINUTES OCTOBER 14, 2015 The board recited the mission statement.Roll call: Greg Schmitt, Aaron Cook, Jason Kress, Chad Staton Absent: Brian Crawford Superintendent: Dan Fox Secondary Principal: Travis Schueller Secretary: Beth Weepie Approval of Agenda: Motion was made by Staton second by Schmitt to approve the agenda. Motion carried with all ayes.

Approval of Consent Agenda: Motion was made by Staton second by Kress. Motion carried with all ayes. Consent Agenda included the following: Minutes from the regular board meeting held on September 15, 2015; Minutes from the reorganizational board meeting held on September 15, 2015; Minutes from the special board meeting held on September 21, 2015; Resignation of Barb Butera as Middle School Teacher; Mr. Fox thanked Ms. Butera for her many years to East Buchanan Schools; Resignation of Leah Durnil as Assistant Softball Coach; September financial reports; October bills attached to the minutes herein.

FFA Convention: Motion was made by Kress, second by Staton to approve the trip to Kansas City, MO to attend the FFA National Convention. Motion carried with all ayes.

70th Annual IASB Convention: The board will be attending the convention on November 19, 2015 in Des Moines. Cook and Schmitt are planning on attending. Beth will send out an e-mail as a reminder to get back to her by next Wednesday with responses.

County Conference Board Representative: Kress nominated, Schmitt seconded to appoint Chad Staton to represent the board at the County Conference meetings for 2015-2016. Motion carried with all ayes.

Memorandum of Understanding Re: TLC Compensation: Changes were made from two year positions to one year position. Motion was made by Staton, second by Schmitt to approve the Memorandum of Understanding re: TLC Compensation with changes. Motion carried with all ayes.

2015-2016 APR/CSIP Approval: No action taken. Mr. Fox will have more information at November’s meeting.

Waverly Shell Rock CSD Consortium Agreement for Special Education: Motion was made by Schmitt second by Kress to approve the Consortium Agreement with Waverly Shell Rock CSD for special education services. Motion carried with all ayes.

Social Media Policy: Motion was made by Staton, second by Schmitt to approve the Social Media Policy for the handbooks. Motion carried with all ayes.

First Reading Board Policies: Motion was made by Schmitt, second by Staton to approve Board Policies 503.4 through 508.2 with continued research for second readings. Motion carried with all ayes.

First Reading Board Policy 102.

E1: Motion was made by Staton second by Kress to approve the First Reading of Board Policy No. 102.E1. Motion carried with all ayes.

2015-2016 SIAC Committee List: Motion was made by Schmitt second by Kress to approve the SIAC Committee List for 2015-2016. Motion carried with all ayes.

Mr. Fox presented a sample of the bond survey that he would like to distribute to the public. The board said that this was okay to distribute and hoped that the information would be helpful for the future.

Administrative Reports: Secondary Update: Mr. Schueller presented information about the PLC (Professional Learning Committee) meetings in their recent professional development.

The time spent on PLC’s gives teachers the opportunity to share information and bounce ideas back and forth to improve and/or change their instruction in the classroom.

Currently, the focus is on data and then planning accordingly. They will be implementing student progress sheets in the future.

Elementary Update: Mr. Fox state that he is looking into starting online conference scheduling. This will give parents the chance to schedule their own conference that suits their schedules.

District/Facilities Update: Mr. Fox also handed out information regarding the County Safety Plan. This will help with the FEMA application and any future grants. Mr. Fox also handed out a letter that will be distributed to all parents since the district is now a SINA school. Mr. Fox also stated that enrollment for 2015-2016 has decreased this year due to large families who moved out of the district. We will see the change in funding revenues for the next school budget year.

Next regular board meeting is Wednesday, November 11, 2015 at 5:00 p.m. Mr. Fox, Kress and Staton will be attending the IASB District meeting on October 21st in Oelwein.

Mr. Fox stated that the students did an awesome job for Homecoming and the whole week’s activities went well.

Motion was made by Schmitt second by Staton to adjourn the meeting at 6:30 p.m.

Respectfully submitted, /s/ Beth Weepie, Board Secretary/ Business Manager October 2015 Board Approved Expenses General Fund ACADEMIC SUPPLIER-Inst Supt Tech Supply ....................$ 4 7 2 . 9 2 ACTIVITY ACCT.-EAST BUCHANAN CSD HS Athletic Purchased Service............................$ 5 0 0 . 0 0 AEA 267-Inst Supt Repairs .............................$8,848.20 ALLIANT ENERGY-District Electricity ............................$7,135.41 BARNES & NOBLE, INC.-HS Library Books ....................$ 5 6 3 . 5 3 BLACK HAWK WAST DISP, INC.Garbage..........................$ 8 3 6 . 5 1 BLAND’S FLOWER SHOP-B o a r d General Supplies ..............$ 5 0 . 0 0 BOB STEPHEN MOTORS, INC.Bus Repair Parts ..............$ 7 0 . 8 8 BUCHANAN COUNTY AUDITORBoard Election Service $1,745.51 BURTON E. TRACY & CO P.C.Board Auditing .............$3,500.00 ByteSpeed, LLC-H.S. Laptop (ISL) Repairs .............................$ 9 0 . 0 0 CAPITAL SANITARY SUPPLY CO. INC.-Maintenance Supplies ..........................................$ 6 2 . 5 0 CHANEY ELECTRONICS-HS Industrial Arts General Supplies ................................$ 1 2 2 . 5 0 CHASE CARD SERVICES- B u s i ness Admin/Travel ..........$ 1 5 5 . 6 1 CITY LAUNDERING CO.-Bus Purchased Services ...............$ 3 3 . 4 6 CITY OF WINTHROP-Water & Sewage...........................$ 4 1 5 . 6 4 CJ COOPER & ASSOCIATES, INC.Bus Purchased Services ..$ 5 5 . 0 0 COPY SYSTEMS INC-Copier Maintenance .....................$ 7 9 . 9 0 EAST BUCHANAN COOP TELEPHONE-District Telephone...........................$1,528.89 Hare, Chris -Bus Travel ....$ 6 0 . 0 0 IOWA ASSOC OF SCHOOL BOARDS-Board General Supplies ..................................$ 5 1 . 0 0 IOWA DIVISION OF LABOR SERVICES-Custodian Purchased Service .................................$ 2 0 0 . 0 0 IOWA FUTURE PROBLEM SOLVING PROGRAM-Staff Wksp/Conf Reg Fees ........................$ 4 2 5 . 0 0 JOHN DEERE FINANCIAL- M a i n tenance Supplies ..............$ 1 9 . 9 9 KONE INC.-Custodian Purchased Service............................$ 1 6 0 . 8 3 LINN CO-OPERATIVE OIL CO-

HCC to host Exploring Apprenticeships Open House Nov. 4 Submitted by Hawkeye Community College

Hawkeye Community College in Waterloo will hold an open house about apprenticeship programs 11 AM-noon Nov. 4 in Buchanan Hall Advanced Technology and Business Center on Hawkeye’s Main Campus.

Historically, apprenticeship programs began in construction and skilled trades, but now there are apprenticeships in more than 1,000 occupations, including healthcare, advanced manufacturing, and transportation. The open house will explore successful apprenticeship programs and provide information about creating new apprenticeships, including funding available. Studies show apprenticeships provide good return on investment for workers and employers. Apprentices earn more upon program completion and 90% of those completing their apprenticeship enter and sustain employment.

Featured presenters include Rob Snyder, apprenticeship and training representative with the U.S. Department of Labor – Office of Apprenticeship; Staci C. Kramer, workforce development specialist, Dislocated Worker Apprenticeship Program, IowaWORKS Cedar Valley; and Travis Young, vice president, Young Plumbing and Heating.

There is no cost to attend and a free lunch is provided. RSVP at www.hawkeyecollege. edu/go/explore-apprenticeships or by calling 319-296-4223. The open house is held in conjunction with National Apprenticeship Week.

Gasoline/Diesel ..............$ 5 8 7 . 7 7 MANCHESTER CARQUEST-B u s General Supplies ..............$ 2 6 . 8 5 Martin, Kori -Bus Employee Physicals .................................$ 2 1 9 . 0 0 MCELROY’S FOOD MARKETSupplies ..........................$ 1 7 6 . 4 0 McIntosh, Patricia -Bus Employee Physicals ........................$ 1 0 0 . 0 0 MIDAMERICA BOOKS-HS Library Books..............................$ 2 7 1 . 3 0 MONTICELLO SPORTS-HS Athletic General Supplies.....$ 2 4 0 . 0 0 MSC INDUSTRIAL SUPPLY CO.HS Industrial Arts General Supplies ..................................$ 4 7 . 8 7 NORTHEAST IOWA COMMUNITY COLLEGE-Staff Wksp/Conf Reg Fees..................................$ 5 0 . 0 0 PEARSON EDUCATION- E l e m (ISL) Software.................$ 1 8 8 . 1 9 Pro-ed-Special Ed Supply ..........................................$ 3 1 . 9 0 RITE PRICE OFFICE SUPPLY-HS General Supplies ..............$ 3 7 . 1 8 SCHOLASTIC INC.-Inst Supt Purchased Service ............$1,000.00 SCHOOL BUS SALES CO- V a n / Bus Repair ......................$ 3 2 2 . 3 4 SCHOOL HEALTH CORPORATION-Health General Supplies ..................................$ 7 4 . 9 5 SCHOOL SPECIALTY INC-HS Art General Supplies ............$ 4 9 1 . 11 SECRETARY OF STATE- S t a f f Dues And Fees .................$ 3 0 . 0 0 Shafer, Donna-Reimb Physical ...................................$ 1 6 2 . 0 0 STANDARD AUTO PARTS-V a n / Bus Repair ......................$ 1 2 5 . 7 9 SUPERIOR WELDING SUPPLY CO.-HS Industrial Arts General Supplies ..........................$ 3 0 4 . 2 6 TNT REPAIR-Tires And Tubes ................................$ 5 0 . 0 0 WALMART COMMUNITY BRCHS Home Ec Food Supplies ........................................$ 2 2 3 . 1 9 Waterloo Community SchoolsOpen Enrollment Tuition .$ 4 7 7 . 4 5 WEST DELAWARE CSD-S h a r e d Contract with LEA ........$1,649.98 WINTHROP BUILDING SUPPLYMaintenance Supplies ....$ 5 0 8 . 4 8 WOLFEYS WAPSI OUTBACKTQPD supplies ...............$ 1 2 9 . 0 0 TOTAL .......................$34,708.29 MANAGEMENT FUND NEIGHBOR INSURANCE-W o r k mans Comp/Others ........$ 2 1 7 . 0 0 CAPITAL PROJECTS FUNDAhlers & Cooney, P.C. SILO Legal ...............................$ 7 3 2 . 6 6 STRUXTURE ARCHITECTS-SILO Architect.......................$2,828.88 TOTAL .........................$3,561.54 Activity Fund AGILE SPORTS TECHNOLOGIES-ATHLETICS DUES AND FEES ...........................$1,600.00 AMERICAN BAND ACCESSORIES LLC-COLOR GUARD SUPPLIES .............................$ 2 9 7 . 9 5 ANDYMARK, INC.- R O B O T I C S CLUB SUPPLIES ...........$ 2 6 6 . 6 8 BLOOMSBURY FARM-EL-

EM. ST. COUNCIL MISC. EXPENSE ...........................$ 1 6 5 . 0 0 BOOST PROMOTIONAL GROUP-ATHLETICS SUPPLIES ........................................$ 2 0 8 . 5 0 CHASE CARD SERVICES-HS STUDENT COUNCIL SUPPLIES .............................$ 1 0 1 . 2 4 COOK, MATTHEW- ........A T H LETICS PURCHASED SERVICES ..........................................$ 7 5 . 0 0 DAACK, BELINDA-ATHLETICS OFFICIALS .......................$ 9 0 . 0 0 DAN LECHTENBERG-ATHLETICS OFFICIALS .......................$ 7 0 . 0 0 Delaware County Sheriff ReservesCLASS OF 2015 PURCHASED SERVICES .....................$ 1 5 0 . 0 0 DERLEIN SCALE, INC-ATHLETICS EQUIPMENT ...........$ 1 0 5 . 0 0 DESIGNS UNLIMITED-FFA SUPPLIES ..........................$7,878.75 DUANE SCHMIDTKE-ATHLETICS OFFICIALS .....................$ 1 0 0 . 0 0 EWELL EDUCATIONAL SERVICES-FFA OTHER EXPENSES ...................................$ 2 6 5 . 0 0 GENERAL FUND-ATHLETICS OFFICIALS ............................$ 7 0 . 0 0 GERBRACHT, DUSTIN -ATHLETICS PURCHASED SERVICES .....................................$ 2 5 . 0 0 GREAT PLANES MODEL DISTRIBUTORS-ROBOTICS CLUB SUPPLIES ........................$ 2 8 . 8 2 GROUP TRAVEL PLANNERS, INC.-MUSIC TRIP SUPPLIES ........................$10,435.00 HARTER, MIKE -ATHLETICS OFFICIALS ..........................$ 1 0 0 . 0 0 HUMMEL, STEVE -ATHLETICS OFFICIALS .....................$ 1 0 0 . 0 0 Hunziker-Pillard, Shirley-CLASS OF 2015 SUPPLIES .........$ 4 3 . 1 8 IA HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETIC DIRECTORS-ATHLETICS DUES AND FEES........................$ 7 0 . 0 0 IOWA BASKETBALL COACHES ASSOCIATION-ATHLETICS DUES AND FEES......................$ 3 5 0 . 0 0 IOWA GIRLS COACHES ASSOCIATION-ATHLETICS DUES AND FEES ................................$ 7 5 . 0 0 IOWA PRISON INDUSTRIES-ATHLETICS SUPPLIES ........$ 6 3 0 . 0 0 IOWA SPORTS SUPPLY- F F A SUPPLIES ......................$ 2 7 3 . 5 0 JESUP COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT-ATHLETICS DUES AND FEES........................$ 7 5 . 0 0 JOEY RIGDON-ATHLETICS OFFICIALS ..........................$ 1 9 0 . 0 0 KEYTAG LLC-HS STUDENT COUNCIL SUPPLIES .....$ 1 5 7 . 2 9 KOOHY, MARY-ATHLETICS PURCHASED SERVICES .......$ 2 5 . 0 0 LAMMERS, LORI-ATHLETICS OFFICIALS ..........................$ 1 0 5 . 0 0 Levine, Kim-CLASS OF 2017 SUPPLIES ...............................$ 6 4 . 9 3 LISBON COMMUNITY SCHOOL-ATHLETICS DUES AND FEES ................................$ 6 0 . 0 0 Madison, Nicholas-ATHLETICS OFFICIALS .......................$ 7 0 . 0 0 MATTHAIDESS, TROY -ATHLET-

ICS OFFICIALS ..............$ 1 0 0 . 0 0 MCELROY’S FOOD MARKETFEED STORE SUPPLIES ........................................$ 3 0 0 . 2 6 MCMASTER-CARR-R O B O T I C S CLUB SUPPLIES ...........$ 1 4 8 . 0 7 MIKE PUTZ-ATHLETICS OFFICIALS ...............................$ 7 0 . 0 0 MILLER, PATRICK-ATHLETICS OFFICIALS ..................... $ 11 0 . 0 0 MODERN ROBOTICS, INC.-TECHNOLOGY SUPPLIES......$ 5 7 4 . 6 0 MONTICELLO SPORTS-ATHLETICS SUPPLIES ............$2,895.00 Nall, Mark-ROBOTICS CLUB SUPPLIES ...............................$ 3 8 . 9 6 NASSP/NHS-NHS MISC. EXPENSE ...........................$ 3 8 5 . 0 0 NATIONAL FFA ORGANIZATIONFFA SUPPLIES.................$ 5 5 . 0 0 PEPSI-COLA-HS STUDENT COUNCIL SUPPLIES .....$ 1 4 8 . 9 6 PITSCO EDUCATION-ROBOTICS CLUB SUPPLIES ...........$ 1 3 5 . 6 5 PRAIRIE FARMS DAIRY, INC.HS STUDENT COUNCIL SUPPLIES .............................$ 1 2 3 . 4 5 RANDALL MESCHER-ATHLETICS OFFICIALS .......................$ 7 0 . 0 0 RANDY KRAMER-ATHLETICS OFFICIALS .......................$ 7 0 . 0 0 RED WHEEL FUNDRAISING-MUSIC TRIP SUPPLIES ...$2,057.80 Schoonover, Alecia -BUCCANEER CLUB SUPPLIES ...............$ 7 . 3 6 SHERMAN’S CREATIONS-ELEM. ST. COUNCIL MISC. EXPENSE .............................$ 7 8 . 0 0 SPEEDE SHOP, INC.-CLASS OF 2015 SUPPLIES ...............$ 3 2 . 9 8 STUMPS-HS STUDENT COUNCIL SUPPLIES ........................$ 6 0 . 6 4 TROTT TROPHIES-ATHLETICS SUPPLIES ......................$ 3 2 8 . 0 0 US FOODS, INC.-MS STUDENT COUNCIL SUPPLIES ..... $ 11 4 . 7 4 WALMART COMMUNITY BRCFEED STORE SUPPLIES ..........................................$ 8 7 . 1 5 WEST DELAWARE CSD-ATHLETICS DUES AND FEES ......$ 8 6 . 0 0 WOLFEYS WAPSI OUTBACKWRESTLING SUPPLIES..$ 6 0 . 0 0 TOTAL .......................$32,458.46 Nutrition Fund A & P FOOD EQUIPMENT-Equipment Repairs ....................1 8 0 . 0 0 EARTHGRAINS BAKING COMPANY-Food Purchased .........8 2 6 . 8 5 Keck, Inc.-Commodities Used ..............................2 , 9 9 0 . 9 5 PRAIRIE FARMS DAIRY, INC.Food Purchased ............3 , 7 8 8 . 7 0 PRESTO-X-Purchased Services ........................................5 1 . 3 6 REINHART FOODSERVICE, L.L.C.-Food Purchased .......................................5 , 2 8 9 . 6 4 US FOODS, INC.-Food Purchased ...........................9 , 3 7 1 . 3 7 TOTAL .........................22,498.87

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Iowa Workforce Development (IWD) has announced Iowa is one of six states receiving grants that total $14,911,243 to improve employment opportunities Iowa tourism growth outpaces for adults and youth with disabilities.

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“This grant will increase ted ing when will be published maps trail $8.06 billion in Iowa and genera n if Huma asked and nt Deb Hanna opportunities and provide training proes in Senate President During public comments, reside $374 million in state tax revenu er meet-that help level the playing field at the last severalgrams Resources committee memb 2014, both all-time highs. the audit she had inquired about and d the auPam Jochum of Dubuque, more Davis and Roder again replie for people with disabilities, so they can ble. availa was The report also revealed that ings Bruce Kris and Craig Wilgenbusch held their annual pumpkin party, Sunday, Oct. 18. made for high-demand jobs and help not yetcompete Representative has state State emthe their and owe audit s item Iowan than 66,500 dit was a single parAfter a hayride throughout the farm, the group stopped at the pumpkin patch where close the skills gap.”

Bearinger of Oelwein, also ry, a ployment to the tourism indust the official report available. approximately 40 children raced through in search of the best pumpkin. After finding sion, to U.S. Census Bureau ut ticipated in the event. agenda with no discusAccording Witho nt 2013. conse the from se ved increa appro il 1.6% g Counc their perfect pumpkin, everyone enjoyed supper, playing ball, trampoline jumping able to from 2013, Iowa is one of 10 “Governor Branstad is pushin il members were statistics travel, ize services. jobs generated by domestic es even though none of the counc and swinging to end the beautiful day. (Kris Wilgenbusch Photo) kind of es (CMS) of the intent to privat leading the nation in creating to privatize Medicaid servic rate of ents because of the states any other The CMS has 90 days (until Dec. 7) to apIowa’s 2014 unemployment read all the supporting docum chart. izationmore and more completely than in organ job opportunities for the one-infaster city d 8.3%. revise the been s. have create 4.4% would software used to “I’m concerned that prove or request plan modification said.

25. njahn page on Schoe ues five Americans who have a disability. state,” ers contin Story it had signed “Based on preliminary numb will be denied On Oct. 9 the state announced people in our communities have we’re seeing for this year, we that local pro- contracts with four managed care organiEAB discovered in Linn Co. critical medical services and growth every reason to believe our reimbursed for zations (MCOs): Amerigroup Iowa, Inc.; ately adequ A destructive insect that kills ash trees be not will viders Submitted by BCEDC opposed to 5.6% as of August lish a venue where commutLode, Inc.; Unitedwill continue,” said Shawna is confirmed in southern Linn County. al care of Medicaid patients.”

AmeriHealth Caritas Iowa, medic Dethe A growing business sector 2014. Buchanan County is at ing workers could connect mic Econo Inc.; , Iowa the manager of

By Christine Dale, Assistant Editor health care of more than Healthcare Plan of the River Valley the Emerald ash borer (EAB) was discov2016, 1, Jan. m By requires an expanding work- a level of full employment. with local businesses.

Touris Medicaid to Iowa over Inc. velopment Authority’s Iowa turned Iowa, be NEWS of will Concern about a possible reduction in SILO (school infraTHE s are , ered at an Iowa interstate rest area along and WellC a half million Iowan

By Kris Wilgenbusch force and low unemployWhy is full employment is According to Lake, 16 that in nan County “With the Office. The report estimates structure local option) sales tax funds was discussed at the approximately one-half mile north ment means that companies considered, not-so-good news? county businesses from or Mikki Stier commented, regular meeting of the Bucha I-380holied care companies.

Direct the g manag n four Durin millio 5 $27.1 due to Monday’s 2014, travelers spent ay enced partners, Medic sed Tuesd experi propo East Buchanan (EB) School Board meeting held Oct. 14. held these of the Johnson County line.

There are of tad’s visors help Brans Super butes Under must compete for a shrink- A workforce shortage can lead Jesup, Independence, WinBoard of ved coordinated in Buchanan County. This contri ey and Don Shonka appro Superintendent/Elementary Principal Dan Fox noted that now 29 counties in Iowa confirmed aid members will receive better contracts, administrative costs ing pool of employees. Bu- to the inability to meet orders throp and Lamont took part day, Gary Gissel, Ellen Gaffn d the to approximately 130 jobs within get the services they need property easement aroun n to 15%, they Gov. Terry Branstad has proposed eliminating state sales 3% that rvatio positive with this invasive pest. so from conse care for jump tion ned will chanan County Economic in a timely manner resulting in the event and 50-plus proresolu a Buchl healthHa py taxes on “consumable supplies” in Iowa manufacturing the county with an annual combi Plantings area. WhenThe movement of firewood poses the to become healthier. An overal reaching a new total of $600 Development Commission in possibly losing customers. spective employeespattendGuy Grover Timber and Tree will drive discovered payroll of $2.53 million.

H plants. The Department of Revenue drafted the rule, effecier Medicaid population a ed the property in 2011, they greatest threat to spread EAB and other acquir ll y million. At the same (BCEDC) and Sedona Staffo Count Local healthcare businesses ed the fair.

Initial feedback anan w for landgood een rty owners that were down program costs. This is plant pests.

A statewide quarantine reOct time, the overall cost to ing Services sponsored a Ca- and providers also need to hire from attending companies !tive July 1 next year, which would result in a significant tax there were adjacent private prope ob or er 29, 20 Iowa’s Direct rty. Conservationmains cut for manufacturers, bypassing legislative input.

Medicaid members and for in place, restricting15 the movement reer Fair at Heartland Acres additional employees to better on the quality of attendees Financial well-being 10 states the state is supposed to locked within the Grover prope critical www.theb the Board workedofwith n According to the information Fox shared, the state will lose taxpayers who support this rvatio Iowa ranks ninth in the top hardwood firewood, ash logs, wood Conse $100 miluc the by and fall in order to assist local busiha serve clients. was positive.

Dan Cohen nancou n to ey Michael Hudso $40-70 million in revenue and SILO will lose an estimated program.” chips and ash tree nursery stock. for financial well-being for 2014, ews. lion a year. nesses connect with quali-ntyn This event was sponsored in Where will Buchanan Couns and Assistant County Attorn owner m co Jochu week the and this h m ed njahn throug releas $8 million. Combined with the July 2 veto of more than $55 However, Schoe according results tion to allow access To learn about EAB and other pests need to 75 all resolu ent “We C fied employees.

The annual part by THE NEWS & THE ty businesses locate workers easem an en draft transits Wellmillion in one-time appropriations for schools passed by the are concerned about the hasty that are threatening Iowa’s tree popula- Career Fair was held Oct. 14 in an environment of full em- GUIDE. from the Gallup-Healthways ning Grover property. work together to private property to the remai the new ial page Legislature, this will place a further strain on school funding.

Story continues on tion, visit4.www.IowaTreePests.com. tion and lack of oversight for Being Index. To assess financ make sure quality to help local companies find ployment? BCEDC Direcasked re. Jochum Story continues on page 21. well-being, U.S. adults were privatized program structu services care health the workers needed to extor George Lake explained, and nies choChild care costs about their ability to afford food noted that all four of the compa remain available to lopand business operations.

“According to data supplied h Medto enoug ions have violat they er for According to a recent study by the healthcare, wheth sen have been cited s, people with senior cal Iowa’s economy is facing by Iowa Workforce Developent to nagem want Economic Policy Institute, daycare costs money to do everything they icaid laws ranging from misma physical and mental disa “good news” versus “not- ment, over 7,000 Buchanan money nies that take a big bite out of household incomes. do, whether they worried about to fraud. Three of the 11 compa abilities, and mothers and so-good news” scenario. The County residents commute nged tions PM at 7determined that in rural Iowa, r sessioItnhas tted proposals have challe regula Schoenin in the past week and their percep submi said met il en,” Counc childr good news is that BuCity to surrounding counties for Winthrop red to

By Kris Wilgenbusch, THE NEWS il Councincome adequate to secure a “modest ing. cts were awarded. presid contra e the of their standard of living compa Denni how d jahn. chanan County and work. The goal of sponsoring with Mayor Geral 7 25. ial Oct. page Financ During their regular Monday meeting, Buchanan County on with.

Ann ues , time contin Kress yet adequate standard of living” for a Story those they spend sa Hesner, Mark is paid for with Melis aid were t Medic Iowa’s unemploythe Career Fair was to estabpresen ers preMemb oked Board of Supervisors Ellen Gaffney, Don Shonka and Gary Whitetwo-child family in 2014 was contributes Lee two-parent, er state m the ; Memb il Jochu well-being is an often-overlo funds l Counc Pam ue. federa or and ment rate are at state , and Leland Sprag Pictured top: Senat Myers al costs, Gissel discussed a proposed lease with the Independence medic , The Board health 53%. y l $60,650 per year.

This amount increases t r Librar overal nmen of ed dictor t includ their lowest levels Hutsenpiller. Hutsenpille 47% and the federal gover . was absent. Individuals presen Police Department. Shonka had met with City Manager Al t nmen by nearly $3,000 per year in the Waterloo/ with oversight greets Lourie attended the meeting to productivity and performance ly Sprague, Gover in years. Buchstate manages the program of Member Janet James, Bever Roder to talk about a lease renewal and reported that a comry has cancer and Janua Cedar Falls metro area.

The study found In t. nmen Iowa Gallup recently found that half Ryan. to gover l Mary anan County’s from the federa proposed changes better class students, and City Clerk mittee designated by the Independence City Council for reng a significant variable in childmeeti care was his intent to learn about Americans say they are feeling nt agenda, prior August unem2015 Branstad announced veCouncil approved the conse newing the rental lease agreement will meet Nov. 12. ed by Medicaid. determining Trick-cost of living. As an example, and , manag tly report . about their finances, an impro ial curren njahn es financ ly Schoe servic ployment rate privatize Fewer Above: State Sen. Brian minutes, current bills, month Currently, the City of Independence leases 1,607 square li- for a four year old is $344 Thecosts notified the 31. care ment from 43% two years ago.

Saturday, Oct.child is at 3.6% as IDHS. On Sept. 7, the state (Steven C. Smith Photos) insuror-Treat hours for 4:30-7 PM feet of office space to house the police department. The per month South Carolina but can . earin aid ServicAmericans are lacking health ted by Janet James ly rural 300 runners Centers for Medicare and Medic food brary activity report was presen yearly cost is $52,578, which includes utilities. The county be as high as $1,472 in Washington DC. fro utions m the Resol ance and struggling to afford ved acr state scram il appro oss newed since bled ov In other business the counc has proposed to renew the 3-year lease, with an annual 2% earners are er particularBalan obstacles organ its partnership to pro and ces); so far in 2015 than in any year fouwage ation of FundMinimum gh vide donor aware the avoid tozochild y palrtic 2015-12 (GASB No. 54/Classific the ly hard hitinwhen it comes care. increase, and 90-day notice of termination. Supervisors dig t to Endin ipa mb Year ne 2008. These improvements at ted ies ss t/Fisca for Repor as anan County this year’s BuchRun heldThe , but fi2015-13 (Year End Financial Ind earner in lea typical minimum-wage rected Assistant County Attorney Michael Hudson to draft a with ment national level are encouraging t. 24 AgreeOc rdinat at the Buch ee Zombie Obstacle Co ding up to the 5K Faion by state, irground 06/30/15); and 2015-14 (Subo Iowa can expect to spendanmore than urse. Acco lease for the city to review at their upcoming meeting. an Co s.clerk nancial well-being still varies Th unty the IDN, e was ell). The city 5K run is a announced that particular Buchanan Co rding to Strickell and Charissa Strick the Buchan of Elections Cindy Gosse has Eric fun er 53% of their earnings to care for a In other business, the supervisors approved an IT Supission of d behalf Comm rai an and many Southern states in on and ser or unty for ve on Agreement County Fair Assoc Buchanan County Audit es. now available.

Pictured, above: Sandy Ford of directed to sign the Subordinati dependen4-year-old This increases more ry low in number of reg ranks iation anto port Specialist job description. After discussion, County ce Area Chchild. lag behind the national averag nan City Elections on Nov. 3 are the d Bucha for Ins the at iste org ballot am tee Office red an or’s absen be rop. donors – 94 r of Co During the Sedona Staffing Services and George nan County Audit the City of Winth than 62% if the child is an infant. mm Bucha Auditor Cindy Gosse will advertise the position with a the Ordiin The states indicating the highe erc th cast ev to Chang be AM ou en e.

8 may lative s t t, Legis of the runners start 99 Iowa coun Absentee ballot regular office hours Lake, executive director of Buchanan A public hearing was held on and attNo Intomany states, including Iowa, annual empt deadline for application as Nov. 13. est rates of financial well-being Ave. NE, Independence, during or oral gewritte t throungh the with two flags ing with ID ties. By register#178. ance zo a, County Courthouse, 210 5th mbies cap County Economic Development child care costil exceedco the oftho public N, runners nances #175-177 and Ordin urscost Roadside Management Director Sheryln Hazen reported through Nov. 2. are Hawaii, Alaska, North Dakot e Counc .

Friday tur h wi webclosed ing g throug ing ay co follow hearin ut the Mond the rec the uld on ble eive an extra 4:30 PM fla a. The Commission. college tuition. comments were received, and the end nces, wi she is in the process of cleaning and winterizing all equipted in writing. Forms are availa the gs. If run ners ge Wyoming and South Dakot flag to help leastdon t to them the ordina th atwaive Absentee ballots must be reques Ballots requested through the e financial At left: Jim Latwesen and and approved the first reading of and ifthem. they cro ment. state with the lowest level of into flag they “survived” 84 survive the race. Of tho tions/pdf/absenteeballotapp.pdf. gotho They ss wi those returning ved ed site: http://sos.iowa.gov/elec were infected se who finish ut one, they HajekCraig fec ted.”

2. However, Gosse encourages and 3rd readings and appro Schroeder with Innovative Ag ha Nov. 2nd ght, s Story continues on page 21. well-being is Mississippi, follow midni rec an ordiwe ed by full d eiv , arked re (See 19 ed one of “in4 sur ed by law.

Survivor Jus mail must be postm iana and three ye the fas Services.

C. Smith Photos) effect after publication as providThe Iow ars in a(Steven tin Hajek of vived. e to mail them before Oct. 27. test times

by Tennessee, Georgia, Louis a Donor Ne row. Em .) tim M NEWS tw their ballots via the postal servic must be received by the Auditor’s Office by 5 PM Oct. 30.

THE ari e, of ork Following n fro ily on ted co Kentucky. editio m Marion, (IDN) also be had the best mpleting the Burmeister, from the rac nances in this the mailed be to run wa ballots 09. als ne for e. s , ts co 34-41 fito pa Th the and 59 secon urse in 21 rtic All reques e Indee Zomb an Apocaly Office at 319-3 minutes with a time of 26:04 fastest female runne ds. Indepen ptic Awards ipants could enjoy Buchanan County Auditor’s ie Run re- of r and mu dence Area . Med For information contact the Ceremony Commerce to the surviv sic.

Cham with food Director Al ing, best-tim als were awarded issa Westpha ber group an ed runners d by gender.

Pic l said tur pe r ed age top left: Ja This year 40 9-14 participa so He n McGill (73 idi Magsam kids age ted in the fam

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7) were name Smith bies. (Photo d Be Independenc s courtesy Indee Zomb st Zome ie Run) Davis presid City Council met M onda ing and all me held, and co mbers presen y night with Mayor vide BlueCross/BlueSh un ield t. A public he new agreeme dinance am cil approved the secon nt reduces the insurance for city emplo endin d reading ad aring was while pro yees. The city’s cost op vid Second Street g provisions pertaini

By Kris Wilge ng to No Pa ting an or- and increa ing city employees ess of the plan by $128,75 NE nbusch, TH on the rki entially the 0 Avenue NE sed life south side, ng Zones: E NEWS During their same coverag from 101 feet we Bids were rev insurance benefits. reg st from 2nd e City Planning 7 AM to 5 PM. pe iew rvisors Gary ular Monday meeting, ed to demolish 7th Ave. NE cit approved as and Zoning Commiss y acquired pro and 500 3rd opened bids Gissel and Ellen Gaffn Buchanan County Suion re-appo follows: Joh pe an Av for ey rty d e. the at 90 SE. int co n Evers (ex Beatty (2018 house, Publi snow removal, sand an (Don Shonka absent) piring Jan. 1, ments were ford Tr uncil approved the low Three bids were receiv 8 ), John Houg c Health/Hum d salt areas ucking & Ex ed bid of $22,5 20 othy Smith en for the court anan County an Services cavating.

00 from Ra (2018). Board (2017), Tami Fenner 19), Chad Du Se building rin nio g tch r the reports po (2020), DorCenter. Two Jeff Simmo of Adjustm -Henderson bids were rec and the Buchns rtio en Exterior Se eiv (2019), Virgi (2021), Julie Wulfekuh t re-appointments are: Miller reported that Of n of the meeting, Polic ed Pu rvi as follows: bli ces c Health/Hum - Courthouse e Chief Rand nia Sleeper le (2020), Llo ficer Chris recently deplo an ( /Ja Ca y 20 A revised co Services, $3 yd Davis il, $6593.75; ss yed canine Senior Cente 320; and Bu ntract was ap 18), Vernie Kirkendal three times, have been cal and the department’s r, $2 (2017 chanan Coun proved with wh led upon for -G & L Lawn 700. ty GroupService ). (see story on ich have all resulted in assistance drug charges s to propage 5).

Health/Hum Rangers LLC - Court house/Jail, $5 being filed an Services , $2989 and 39 Center, $229 Buchanan Co 9; Public 9. unty Senior The board Submitted by of Buchanan Co which had the supervisors approved . Sh Northeast G & L Lawn low bid.

Iowa reside eriff’s Office flying Supervisors those in Bu Rangers, chanan Coun nts, including and airplane will be used. monthly rep also approved the Em visitors sho Residents ty, may soo gin to see low n uld ort acr be ergency M flying aircra presented by oss much of not be alarm witness thi an Le ag gis ft in the are U.S. Geolo the ement ed Co lat s cen ive ord to air tral United plane flying ina wo Rocks of the a. groun gic States low to the All organiza rk continues for a dis tor Rick Wulfekuhle. d ne conduct a hig al Survey scientists wi M aster casew tio large volum idcontinent Rift includ . ll and Wa ar the broader Ceda h-resolution ork proposal tion grant wi nal meetings have been es of mafic r Rapids e vey to study terloo region airborne sur . th INRCOG completed for Lake Superio rocks. In the the rock lay .

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Wulfekuhle r gion of north ers under a a mitigatain significan region, these rocks co and Winthro re- USGS plane is under contra eas attended the nct to the p Fire Chief week and las tern Iowa beginning through EON t resources thi pe Iow of ting into No Ge Chris Hare s craft wi r and platin a Disaster Governor’s um group ele nickel, copthe data an vember. Whe ll be operated osciences. The airrecently Human Re Ho aly “We plan to ments. n who are by experienc received ful meland Security Confe sources Council and geologic ma sis is complete, result ed l sta ren ing low-le specially trained and app pilots data to help use the new geophysic ps tion plans an te approval on their Em ce. The county has determine if al vel flying. Al roved for ers improve will help USGS resear d tial ergency Supp ch- with l flights are coo there is poten an assessme week. Wulf “Storm Ready” renew the resources in rdinated sur for similar resources nt of mine ekuhle stated al will be tur ort Functo exist in ral to ens Federal Aviation Admi the region. vey area. Th the in effect (as tha ne ure accordanc nistration is research of Monday); t the countywide burn d in this study deep e with U.S. is meant to The survey roc law ma As part of ban is still ho ks, y . we be be ver, cer availab neath limest area is thoug this of the sandstone one and ht to be pa research, a contact their le. For complete inform tain burning permits rt Benjami layers,” said USGS low- Rift, 1.1 billion-year-old M loc ati al on fire chief. residents sho scientist n Drenth, idcontinent Bi a major str ds we uld a re Denver-based opened for the searcher lea ucture that ding the stu ment of Hu restretches man Services replacement of a door dy. at the Depart. Only one bid Story continu ter & Porter Co was received es on page nstruction for 17.

Supervisors fro also approve $3250. The bid was ap m Porclaims filed d with County minutes from Oct. 19 proved. meeting and Auditor for $776.41.

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