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THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 3, 2015
ECONOMIST
A L I T T L E W E E K LY M I R A C L E
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SECTION A
School board candidates make their case
School election
Tuesday, Sept. 8
By Nora Heaton
Solon Economist
SOLON– Two seats are up for
grabs during the Sept. 8 election
for the Solon Community School
District Board of Directors.
All four candidates in the race
have provided the Solon Economist with responses to three
questions about their background,
their views on the district and their
hopes in serving the district should
they be elected to the board. Their
responses appear unedited in this
week’s edition.
Candidates also addressed questions from the public at forum
hosted by the Economist and the
Solon Public Library on Aug. 19.
To request a link to audio for the
forum, please contact editor Lori
Lindner at lori@soloneconomist.
com or 319-624-2233.
Election Day is Tuesday, Sept. 8.
Early voting is already open at the
Johnson County Auditor’s Office
through Friday, Sept. 4. Solon
voters can also cast ballots at the
Votemobile Satellite Site available outside Solon High School’s
home football game against Mount
Vernon on Friday, Sept. 4, from
6-9 p.m.
DAN COONS
Tell us about your personal
history, background, or interests
that have prepared you to serve
on the school board:
I have lived in Eastern Iowa for
21 years and have been a resident
of the City of Solon for the past 11
years. I have been on the School
Board for the past four years. We
moved to Solon intentionally to be
in the school district when my oldest child was starting kindergarten.
We have four children; Jake is in
11th grade, AJ is in eighth grade,
Katelyn is in seventh grade, and
Votemobile Satellite
voting at SHS home
football game against
Mt. Vernon on Friday,
Sept. 4, from 6-9 p.m.
in their education and extracurricular activities. I value education
above all other school activities.
But, I believe extracurricular
activities help mold students and
build character.
our youngest, Kyla, is in kindergarten. My wife Kerri has been a
teacher in the district the last four
years in the area of Talented and
Gifted students.
I enjoy my family and take my
role as husband and father very
seriously. I enjoy the process of
assisting my children in learning
how faith, discipline, hard work
and character can help them grow
What’s done well in Solon
schools? What are they doing
right?
I think the Solon School District
and School Board have done a
good job in promoting an atmosphere where students excel in a
variety of areas. We continue to
Candidates:
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St. Mary Catholic Church to host
Harvest Festival Sunday, Sept. 20
Bee-eee-eef
Days?
SOLON– St. Mary Catholic Church in Solon will host
its annual Harvest Festival on Sunday, Sept. 20, from 11
a.m. until 1:30 p.m. The community is invited to enjoy a
chicken dinner, children and family activities, silent auction
and more. Tickets are on sale at the church.
Supervisors approve
higher minimum wage
On agenda for
Solon council’s
Sept. 2 meeting
This swarm of honeybees took a break during migration, nesting in a tree just above the Kids Corner tent during
the setup for Solon Beef Days in July. Bee keeper Ron Puettmann was able to remove the swarm and relocate it.
(photo by Karen McGill)
Passing bee swarm finds home at Beef Days
Bees relocated to Ron
Puettmann’s bee yard
By Brittani Langland
Solon Economist
SOLON- Another year means another successful Solon Beef Days, but
preparation for this year’s festivities
became abuzz when a swarm of bees
was spotted near the kids’ corner on
Dubuque Street. Ron Puettmann, a
Lake Macbride State Park manager
and local bee keeper, was one of the
first ones to notice the swarm.
“We were setting up the kids’ corner
and I happened to look up and see a
whole bunch of bees in the air, so we
had everyone back away,” Puettmann
said.
With Puettmann’s background of
beekeeping, he had an idea of how
to manage the potentially hazardous
situation. First, he went to his home
and grabbed a ladder and a box, then
returned to the site and climbed a nearby tree. Next, he began to coax the bees
into the box. Once the queen bee had
been captured, the rest of the swarm
followed her into the box, effectively
clearing the area. According to Solon
Public Works Director Scott Kleppe,
this situation was nothing out of the
ordinary.
“This actually happens quite often;
I’ve been here 17 years and this is the
sixth or seventh time this has happened,” Kleppe said, “The bees like
the area, and they’ll come in and the
queen will land on a branch and they
will swarm and protect her.”
Puettmann kept the bees and took
them to his bee yard, an area where
beehives of honeybees are conserved.
“I took the bees home and put them
in a traditional hive, and the bees
quickly took it over,” Puettmann said.
Puettmann’s hives, like those of
most beekeepers, are made from boxes with frames lining the inside. The
bees create their honeycomb on the
frames, which allows their beekeeper
to easily remove the frames for harvest.
Typically, beekeepers leave 60 to 80
pounds of honey for their bees and
harvest the rest.
When Puettmann checks on his
bees, he is mainly looking to prevent
swarming. Swarming occurs when a
large group of bees leaves its hive, and
Beef Days bees:
Three charged with indecent exposure at Hawkeye Wildlife Area
SWISHER– A year-long
effort to curtail illegal activities at the Hawkeye Wildlife
Management Area in Johnson County has resulted in
multiple charges being filed
over the weekend by law
enforcement officers for the
Iowa Department of Natural
Resources (DNR).
Three individuals were
charged and arrested on Sunday for indecent exposure.
Steve Stafford, 54, and
Donald Dighton, 68, both of
Cedar Rapids, were charged
with indecent exposure, a
serious misdemeanor, at ap-
proximately 1:35 p.m. Aug.
30. According to a complaint,
the two were witnessed engaging in a sex act along a
public trail in the wildlife
area.
A Coralville man, Daniel
Zwagerman, 51, was charged
with indecent exposure approximately three hours later
along the trail. He was accused of committing a sex act
in the presence of a witness.
Zwagerman was also charged
with possession of drug paraphernalia.
Hawkeye Wildlife Area
has seen increased illegal
activities in recent years including hunting and fishing
violations, driving off the
roadway, littering, indecent
exposure, drug and alcohol
violations, vandalism, destruction of plant life and
habitat, destructive bonfires,
under-age alcohol consumption, and general misuse of
the wildlife area.
“One of the most distressing activities we are seeing
out here is people altering
and destroying natural habitat
by cutting trees and mowing
grass,” said Shawn Meier,
a DNR law enforcement
supervisor.
At over 13,000 acres, Meier said the Hawkeye Wildlife
Management Area is one of
the largest and most important complexes for wildlife in
the entire state. The Hawkeye
Wildlife Management Area
is located between Amana
and North Liberty south of
Swisher.
In response to many public
complaints, wildlife and law
enforcement staff implemented a law enforcement action
plan followed by a wildlife
management plan in an effort
to curb these ongoing issues.
By Lori Lindner
Solon Economist
JOHNSON COUNTY–
After many public meetings,
a litany of stories of personal
hardship, lengthy debate and
an overwhelming push of
public support, the Johnson
County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved
the first reading of an ordinance that will raise the
minimum wage countywide.
At its Aug. 27 meeting,
the board voted 5-0 in favor
of an incremental increase in
Johnson County’s minimum
wage, currently the same as
the state’s wage of $7.25.
By Nov. 1, employers must
raise wages to $8.20, with a
mandatory increase to $9.15
by May 1, 2016, and another
increase to $10.10 by January 1, 2017. Beginning July
1, 2018, the wage would
increase each year by an
amount corresponding to the
federally-reported Consumer Price Index (CPI).
The ordinance mirrors the
State of Iowa’s minimum
wage law, but makes noncompliance a county infraction and gives the Johnson
County Attorney’s Office
the power to enforce it along
with the enforceability allowed under state code.
The board held a public
forum Aug. 12 in front of a
packed house at the Johnson
County Health and Human
Services building, where
about 60 people came before
the board to offer comments,
mostly in support of the
ordinance. Last week, nine
people spoke in support
of the increase during the
board’s public hearing.
The only hesitance voiced
before the formal vote came
from Supervisor Terrence
Neuzil, who read a prepared speech outlining his
concerns.
“The timeline is incredibly aggressive,” Neuzil
said. “That’s tough for businesses, particularly small
businesses and daycares that
have not anticipated such an
increase.”
Neuzil said he also had
grave concerns for the impact to nonprofit organizations that have salaries tied
to Medicaid rules.
“Many of those organizations will have to somehow
find a way to rearrange their
business model in an already
cash-strapped service industry,” Neuzil added.
Audience member Geoff
Lauer, on behalf of nonprofit organizations he has
worked with as part of the
Iowa Advisory Council on
Brain Injuries, supported
the ordinance but shared
Neuzil’s concerns.
“The Medicaid system
is underfunded and in transition. Some of the providers, including Systems
Unlimited, stand to try to
accommodate a quarter million dollar adjustment when
wages go up. That’s not a
bad thing, but it puts them in
the position of trying to find
that money,” Lauer said. “I
encourage you to help the
community to understand
that services to people with
disabilities is their core
mission.”
Lauer said change must
happen at the state and federal levels, with local officials urging legislators to
re-allocate funding to Medicaid-supported services and
to “make sure we don’t put
our nonprofits at the edge of
survival where they might
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SEPTEMBER 3, 2015
SOLON NEWS
SECTION A
Solon’s 175th chautauqua celebration Sept. 18-20
SOLON– Not many 175-yearolds will celebrate a birthday for
three whole days.
The City of Solon is gearing up
for just that, as the community prepares to commemorate 175 years
of incorporation Sept. 18 through
Sept. 20.
To recognize Solon’s long history, organizers have prepared a
weekend of activities modeled
on the concept of a Chautauqua.
Popular in the late 1800s, a Chautauqua was a traveling venue, often
held under a tent, that brought
entertainment and culture to communities with lecturers, teachers,
musicians, entertainers, preachers
and specialists of the day. According to Wikipedia, the late President
Theodore Roosevelt was quoted
as saying that Chautauqua is “the
most American thing in America.”
Solon’s three-day anniversary
celebration starts Friday, Sept.
18, with afternoon trolley tours
of Solon and an alumni reunion
banquet at the Celebration Farm
on Highway 1 South, with social
hour from 4 until 6 p.m. and the
banquet at 6:30 p.m.
Saturday, Sept. 19 will bring a
full day of activities for all ages.
A Hawkeye Luncheon, held 9
a.m. until 1 p.m. at Solon United
Methodist Church, will kick off the
day. At the Timber DOME Lodge
in Solon’s Recreation and Nature
Area, trolley tours will again be
offered beginning at 9 a.m. and
master folk artist Marj Nejdl will
demonstrate Czech egg decorating. Also on display at the Timber
DOME will be historical photos
and artifacts, as well as the Solon
High School history project.
Next to the lodge, enjoy a new
twist on an old-fashioned Chautauqua under the Chautauqua tent,
where choirs, band and dance
groups will perform starting at 11
a.m. Learn about fashion though
the years at the historical fashion
parade and military uniform salute, and learn more about Solon’s
strong Czech heritage with music
and skits performed under the tent.
At 3 p.m., a Czech-style skit will
pay tribute to the community’s
Czechoslovakian roots.
Throughout the afternoon, kids
of all ages can test their skills at
old-fashioned games, like an egg
toss and tug-of-war. Concurrently,
families can enjoy an ice cream
social from 3 to 5 p.m. to celebrate
the Solon Public Library’s 50th
birthday.
At 5 p.m., more live music gets
underway on the Solon Recreation
and Nature Area main stage, with
the Tornadoes Blues Band from 5
until 7 p.m. At 7 p.m., Bob Dorr
and the Blue Band will rock the
crowd through the night until the
fireworks show, which starts at
10 p.m.
All the festivities will be topped
off with great food from area
vendors, and adults can cool off
in the beer garden beginning at 4
p.m., with domestic brews as well
as craft beer from Solon’s own Big
Grove Brewery.
To close the celebration, a Sunday afternoon ecumenical worship
service featuring local choirs will
be held under the Chautauqua tent
from 1:30 until 2:30, just after the
St. Mary Catholic Church Fall Festival, which takes place from 11
a.m. until 1 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 20.
Reservations still available for
all-alumni banquet
There is still time to make reservations for the Solon All-Alumni
Banquet scheduled for Friday,
Sept. 18, at the Celebration Farm
south of Solon.
If you are a Solon graduate and
have not received an invitation, a
reservation form can be found on
page B2 of this edition. Reservations can also be made by contacting Sandy Hanson at 624-2910.
Volunteers needed
Volunteers are needed for a
number of activities at the 175th
birthday celebration.
If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Stephanie
Dooley at sdooley@bankatbridge.
com.
Minimum wage: Increase to $8.20 by Nov. 1
have to turn away some of
the more challenging consumers,” he added.
Supervisor Pat Harney
said he had heard from
several business owners
who had concerns about
the impact of the wage increase, but since state and
federal governments have
historically taken no action
on the issue, Harney felt it
was time stop waiting.
“Iowa is grass roots and
the county is grass roots,”
said Harney. “I do have
concerns for individual businesses that are struggling.
But grass roots is the basis
for change.”
Supervisor Mike Carberry
echoed Harney’s frustration with state and federal
government inaction, evoking memories from John F.
Kennedy’s book, “Profiles
in Courage.”
“When people are basing
their business model on
paying poverty wages, then
they need to look at their
business model. We need
to learn from the mistakes
of the past,” Carberry said.
“This may be fast but if we
don’t do it now, the state will
step in, and try to preempt
what we are doing here in
January. We have to act
now.”
Supervisor Rod Sullivan–
who attended the meeting by
telephone conference while
his wife was undergoing
critical surgery– dovetailed
his very brief comments
with Carberry’s.
“The idea of using courage when it comes to casting
a vote in a nice comfortable chair, I’m not sure
that works,” Sullivan said.
“I think the person raising
six children by herself on
minimum wage is the real
profile in courage.”
Another concern Neuzil
raised was that the quick
implementation of the law
allowed little time for city
governments to hear from
their constituents on the
issue.
“Forcing city councilors
to accept this ordinance
or not right before their
election is no coincidence.
And this aggressive timeline
has given little chance for
our community’s largest
employer, the University
of Iowa, to prepare for the
change,” Neuzil said. “Instead it appears that they
are trying to find ways to
get out of adhering to our
ordinance.”
Supervisor Janelle Rettig
responded with the most
impassioned remarks, ad-
dressing the concerns Neuzil
stated.
“Anyone who thinks there
hasn’t been time or input on
this, we’ve had seven public
meetings on this topic and
people have had time to
talk to us,” Rettig said. She
scorned what she called
“political posturing” and
other government officials’
refusal to lead.
“Those are dysfunctional
bodies at the state and federal level because nobody
will lead. So we are going
to lead. There are a few
people posturing: politicians, business owners, the
University of Iowa getting
their lawyers all lined up. I
would ask them to look at
someone making minimum
wage and tell them this is
worthy of political posturing while they can’t afford
to pay their bills, get their
kids to school, pay for their
books, pay for their lunch,
or anything else.”
Rettig said she was proud
of Johnson County for stepping out on a limb to support
those in need.
“If we can’t do that, we
don’t deserve to be elected
officials,” Rettig said. “I say
bring it on if you disagree;
sue us, do whatever it is
that makes you feel good,
because I will always be
comfortable being on the
side of people in poverty.
And I will always hate politicians who split hairs and
play games with people who
need us.”
The unanimous vote
brought a vigorous round
of applause.
Most municipal governments in Johnson County
have yet to conduct any
formal discussion on the
issue, but cities would have
legal authority to pass their
own ordinances keeping a
lower minimum wage, as
long as it does not go lower
than the state’s.
The City of Solon placed
the item on its Sept. 2 meeting agenda (subsequent
to the publication of this
newspaper).
“This will be the first
discussion held on the issue
so I don’t have a feel on the
council’s position yet,” said
Solon City Administrator
Cami Rasmussen. “I expect
the council will look at all
aspects of the issue and
make a decision in the near
future.”
In Tiffin, City Administrator Doug Boldt said his
council had not set time for
formal discussion of the new
ordinance.
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“I don’t know when we
are going to discuss it or
how we might proceed,”
Boldt said in an email communication this week. “I
have been keeping an eye
on this issue but only at a
distance, because I know the
county has some work left
to do on it and has a couple
more readings on it as well.”
The North Liberty City
Council informally discussed the ordinance at its
Aug. 11 meeting, with two
councilors questioning the
CARD OF THANKS
After 26 years in the Solon area, Bruce and Amy Anderson are moving to Prescott, Wis., for semi-retirement and to
be closer to our children Kate, Joe and Jake. Thank you to
all of you who have been a part of our lives these past years.
Noska’s Senior Can Drive to
discontinue
Attention all contributors:
As of Sept. 30, I will no longer be accepting cans, bottles, glass or plastics of any kind. I am discontinuing the
can drive which has been going on for many years. It not
only helped the Senior Advocates van, but numerous youth
groups as well. I’d like to thank each one of you who have
so faithfully helped this cause. God bless each of you and
a big thank you from those who profited from the effort. If
anyone wishes to take this over in their own garage, I will
give you the boxes and bags I have left over.
Thank you for your support,
– Bev Noska
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was not the county or city
government’s role to determine how much employers
should pay.
The ordinance must past
two additional readings by
the Board of Supervisors
before adoption, expected
to be held Sept. 3 and Sept.
10. If adopted, it will take
effect Nov. 1.
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Dear Too Old,
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For years, auto clubs like AAA were the only
option drivers had when it came to roadside assistance, but today you have lots of choices. Most
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lost-key or lockout services, fuel delivery and help
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Before you start shopping for a roadside assistance plan, you first need to find out if you already
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For example, if you drive a vehicle that is still under warranty, there’s a good chance you’re already
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free when you buy a new or certified used car. This
typically lasts as long as the basic warranty, but not
always. Be sure you check.
Also check your auto insurance provider, your
credit card issuers and cell phone service providers.
Many of these services provide different variations
of roadside assistance as add-on plans that cost only
a few dollars per year, or they’re free.
But be aware that many of these services are
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many roadside-assistance calls are allowed each
year (three or four is typical); the average response
time per service call; and the towing rules on where
they will tow (to the nearest repair shop, or one that
you choose) and how far (about 5 miles for basic
plan is common, although some plans might cap the
amount they pay for a tow at $100 or less).
AUTO CLUBS
If you find that you aren’t covered, or you want
a better roadside plan than what’s currently available to you, you’ll want to check out auto/motor
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assistance you want and are willing to pay for, and
they often provide a variety of discounts on things
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One of the best known and longest running clubs,
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and has an extensive network of more than 40,000
roadside assistance providers, which usually means
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plan you choose, plus an additional fee for adding
a family member.
Some other clubs to consider that may be a little
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Another new money saving option to consider
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If you use a smartphone and live in their service
area, these non-membership app-based services
will let you call for help via smartphone, and will
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low price.
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My life, for many years, seems to have been blessed with
Marys. It all began in the Solon schools where, sometime
in the 1970s, I met Mary Ferryman, a local artist who
volunteered to help with the Picture Presenter program we
started at Lakeview Elementary.
I had been writing this column for some time when Mary
invited me to attend a meeting of a writing group she belonged to. I had just had two of my short stories published
in the short-lived “Iowa City Magazine” and was anxious to
meet other writers who knew more about the ins-and-outs
of getting things published.
A few years later, another Mary, Mary Jedlicka Humston,
joined the group. She was a graduate of Solon High School
and had taught high school English after graduating from
Northern Iowa. In the mid-‘80s, as a stay-at-home mom
living in Iowa City, she met another young mother named
Mary.
They became supportive friends until, a year later, Mary
Potter Kenyon, with her husband and children, left Iowa
City and the two Marys began a correspondence that has
lasted for 30 years and counting. Even though they came
from dissimilar backgrounds and have lived disparate lives,
they have all the while shared a faith, passion for writing,
and love of family through an impressive exchange of
letters.
When the two friends decided to write a book about their
correspondence over the years, they began to spend more
time together and renewed what had, for three decades,
been a long-distance friendship. Their sometimes daily
letters have provided encouragement, comfort and support
through troubles, joys, tragedies and successes– all with
the unwavering knowledge the written word is the link that
sustains them, and the act of writing is essential to each of
their lives.
Their book, “Mary and Me: A Lasting Link Through Ink”
is due to be released Sept. 8, and will be celebrated with a
book-signing party at the Solon Public Library on Saturday,
Sept. 12, beginning at 1 p.m.
The event is sponsored by the Iowa City branch of the
National League of American Pen Women, who will furnish
a variety of refreshments. Pen Women is a national organization which includes composers and artists, as well as
several other professional writers you will enjoy meeting.
I have been a member of that group since 1997 and hope
to see you there.
Another Solon connection that resulted in a book, though
a completely different sort of book, involves Steve Ferin.
Formerly of Solon, Steve now lives and operates his
publishing house in Cedar Rapids.
I first met Steve in 2006 when the previously-mentioned
writing group published its first book of collected writings.
Steve worked patiently with us to make our book attractive and readable. We have relied on him for subsequent
group-written books, as well as some published by our
individual members.
He has most recently published a book of trivia questions
that I put together in response to a tradition started by my
daughter-in-law.
Each year after Thanksgiving dinner, she hands out pages
of questions to the rest of the family and guests. When scores
have been tabulated, each
person, in order, is allowed
to choose a
prize from a
basket filled
with items
ranging from
toothbrushes
and shampoo
to giant candy
bars and paperback books. Since she already knows all the
answers she never gets to play, so I volunteered to provide
the questions next year.
While previous lists of questions have tended to follow
themes such as football, hunting, turkeys, etc., I decided to
offer a mix of questions that wouldn’t give an advantage to
someone who had specific knowledge about any one subject.
I thought in terms of someone who would have had a liberal
arts education– a little of this and a little of that– and a few
years of life experience. That made it about as democratic
as I could manage except for, perhaps, the teenagers in our
midst. So, to even things up, I threw in a few questions
related to pop culture to give them an edge over the more
experienced adults. By the time I had included about every
topic I thought appropriate, I had over 200 questions and
whittled it down to 150. Putting them one to a page, they
made a compact, pocket-size book which I named “A Pocketful Of Trivia.” Steve thought it would have wide appeal
and agreed to make it available on his web site. Several of
my friends wanted copies to use as gifts, it was suggested
that such a book would be perfect for someone who needed
a distraction to while away the time in the hospital. We put
in tear-pages at the back for writing down the answers and
to avoid marking up the book. That way it could be passed
on to someone else later. It is presently available only from
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YOUR THOUGHTS
Chickens deserve decent treatment
How can anyone support the industrial egg industry?
The male chicks are suffocated or thrown in a grinder. The
female chicks have part of their sensitive beaks burned or
cut off. They are crammed into battery cages for the rest
of their lives. They cannot display any natural behaviors.
They breathe the stench of urine and feces 24/7. They never
see or feel the sun.
Their lives are torture. The bird flu should be a sign that
we need to stop this system.
And now I read that the USDA chief veterinarian thinks
that if we have another outbreak of bird flu, the best way to
kill the infected flocks would be to turn off the ventilation
and heat up the houses. This can mean an agonizing death
that might last up to three hours. I cannot understand how
any decent person would think that this is acceptable.
Are cheap eggs really worth this to you? Industrial egg
production is an unsustainable, unhealthy, and immoral
system. Please don’t support it.
Thank you.
Lynn Gallagher
Solon
DeLoach for school board
On Sept. 8, we have an opportunity to significantly
reshape our school board. In a field of great candidates,
there is no doubt that LaTasha DeLoach will make the new
board stronger.
DeLoach has a proven record of community engagement,
pushing for just policies and leading collaborative change.
Her perspective as an ICCSD graduate who overcame significant barriers makes her an invaluable voice as we seek
solutions that will move us forward together.
DeLoach is a gifted communicator and problem solver. It
will be an honor to cast one of my five votes for her. Please
join me in voting for a comprehensive board to represent us
with integrity and vision. Vote DeLoach on Sept. 8.
Sara Barron
Iowa City
Schwalm for school board
I am supporting Megan Schwalm for a two-year term on
school board. Megan is committed to providing leadership
that builds upon the many strengths of ICCSD and charters
a meaningful path for the future.
I had the pleasure of collaborating with Megan on various projects addressing equity in our community. In all of
our interactions, Megan thoughtfully balanced a focus on
individuals with a critical examination of systems, structures and policies. She does not shy away from difficult
conversations and decisions.
I am confident that Megan has the capacity and determination to keep kids first while thinking globally about
the district at large. Join me in voting for Megan Schwalm
on, or before Sept. 8, for a two-year term on the ICCSD
School Board.
Kira Pasquesi
Iowa City
DeLoach for school board
As a long time Coralville resident with three kids attending schools in our district, I’ve been paying close attention
to school issues for the last nine or so years. I know we
need school board members who listen to all sides of an
issue, think critically and focus on the needs of all kids in
our district. There is no one running for school board I trust
more to do just that than LaTasha DeLoach. As someone
who has lived in Coralville, North Liberty and Iowa City,
she understands the needs of the entire district. While working with her this past year on the Juneteenth event, I saw,
firsthand, the overwhelming passion she has for improving
our community. I recognized someone who is incredibly
intelligent and thoughtful about the issues our kids are
facing. I saw a communicator who can mediate disputes,
listen attentively and advocate for the underrepresented. And
most of all, I saw a leader, someone who can bring people
together around a common cause. We need LaTasha on the
school board fighting our kids’ futures. Please join me in
voting for her on Sept. 8.
Matt Falduto
Coralville
Supporting DeLoach for school board
I’ll be casting one of my five votes in the Sept. 8 Iowa City
Community School Board election for LaTasha DeLoach.
I’m also excited to see and support the two North Liberty
residents who also want to serve the district that serves much
of North Liberty, Coralville, and Iowa City: Todd Fanning
and Shawn Eyestone.
LaTasha lives in Iowa City, but as a North Liberty resident who has worked with her on a variety of programs,
I’ve seen her determination as a Johnson County social
services worker to expand programs to North Liberty. An
annual Kites for Kids festival, attended by about 150 people
in April, was brought to North Liberty for the first time this
year due to her efforts.
DeLoach also is a regular attendee at monthly meetings
of the North Liberty Unity Coalition, a group of area residents and church representatives who meet with our pantry
director and representatives of the city, including our city
recreation director and library director. We share information about upcoming events and explore solutions to address
issues facing all residents in North Liberty.
There are 13 candidates on the ballot for five positions
on the board. Ten candidates seek 4-year terms, including
DeLoach. Three candidates seek election to one 2-year term.
The idea of researching 13 candidates is overwhelming,
but please do the research and please vote Sept. 8. There is
too much at stake, whether your top concern is your child’s
education or your tax bill.
Sara Langenberg
North Liberty
Brianna Wills for school board
I am writing to express my support for Brianna Wills,
candidate for the Iowa City Community School Board.
Brianna is an advocate for all children across the district
in which her own four children attend. She has proven her
leadership skills as PTA President and DPO Co-President.
Brianna has served on several ICCSD hiring committees,
the Magnet School Exploratory Committee, and has been
involved with the ICCSD Foundation. She is actively engaged in the Iowa City and Johnson County communities
through multiple volunteer organizations. Brianna will
promote student success by collaborating with other board
members. She will exhibit transparency and accountability,
investigate eco-friendly options, and will focus on educational achievement and equity throughout the district.
Brianna supports the Facilities Master Plan and its inclusion of all ICCSD students. She will continue to advocate
for adequate funding and keep a close eye on the district’s
budget. Brianna’s knowledge, skills, and experience would
make her an outstanding addition to the ICCSD Board. Vote
for Brianna Wills for School Board on Sept. 8!
Jenny Maiers
Iowa City
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SECTION A
JOHNSON COUNTY
Amana Colonies’ Artisans Studio Tour
Sept. 12-13 visit artists in their studios
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AMANA– Artisans Studio Tour will be held in the seven
villages of the Amana Colonies on Saturday, Sept. 12, from
10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, Sept. 13, from noon to 5 p.m.
The Artisans Studio tour, a once a year experience, is a
chance to visit artist in their working environment. Experience the continuing tradition of beauty and excellence
strolling through the unique galleries and studios of Amana’s
Artisans.
The eleven participating artists are: Huebner’s Oldhaus
Fibers in the village of Amana specializing in Angora Rabbit Wool; Middle Amana Tinsmith, Bill Metz recreating
traditional communal designs; High Amana’s Wood turner
Harvey Jeck, and the Amana Arts Guild; and West Amana
features three artists, Basket maker, Joanna E. Schanz weaving traditional willow basketry; Blacksmith, Alex Tjaden,
working in the West Amana blacksmith shop, and Michele
Maring Miller painting images of the Amana Colonies and
other subjects; traditional rug weaving is done by George
Berger in South Amana; and the artists in Homestead include, Troy Thomas Art Gallery with contemporary and
traditional painting, cooper, Tom Oehler with old traditional
wooden buckets, and Roger Ipsen turning Burl Bowls.
Kent Park Beach to close Sept. 7
TIFFIN– The F.W. Kent Park beach will close for the
season at the end of the day on Monday, Sept. 7.
For further information contact the Johnson County
Conservation Board at 319-645-2315.
Monarch butterfly tagging event
TIFFIN– Join Johnson County Conservation for an afternoon of monarch butterfly fun. The event takes place on
Saturday, Sept. 12, from 1-3 p.m. at the Conservation Education Center in F.W. Kent Park located just west of Tiffin.
Each fall, the amazing monarch butterfly travels over
2,000 miles to Mexico. Come learn about this incredible
journey and be a part of a citizen science project. Participants will learn about monarch lifecycles in a short,
kid-friendly presentation and then head outside to tag the
butterflies as they pass through Kent Park. Information
collected from the tags will be submitted to a nationwide
monitoring program.
This is a free event and no preregistration is necessary.
Participants should dress for the weather and meet at the
Conservation Education Center in the northeast corner of
Kent Park. Located at 2048 HWY 6 N.W. in Oxford. For
more information regarding the event contact Naturalist
Kristen Morrow at the Conservation Education Center,
319-645-1011, or by emailing kmorrow@co.johnson.ia.us.
The Johnson County Conservation Department manages many natural resources and outdoor recreation areas
throughout the county. Several native prairies, river access
areas, small community parks and the 1,052 acre F.W. Kent
Park provide a variety of services in natural resources recreation and conservation. To learn more about Johnson County
Conservation, visit www.johnson-county.com/conservation.
DES MOINES– A paving contractor scam from Hannibal, Mo. is operating in Iowa. The company Chip and Seal
Construction Co. has targeted at least one Iowa homeowner
in Buchanan County.
On Aug. 26, a rural homeowner was outside mowing his
lawn when he was approached by David Watkins stating
he had extra material left over from a DOT job and they
could repave their driveway for a couple hundred dollars.
The homeowner agreed but ultimately ended up paying the
company $6,500 after being pressured to do so.
After paying the company, the homeowner went online to
research information found on their receipt. What the couple
learned was shocking. A photo of who they knew as “David
Watkins” revealed his real name is Basil Failor. Failor has
a lengthy history of problems with property owners and
law enforcement authorities across Missouri and Illinois.
In January, he was arrested by the Missouri State Highway
Patrol for a felony warrant for financial exploitation of the
elderly and violation of unlawful merchandising practices.
His company, Chip and Seal Construction from Hannibal,
Mo., has been the focus of previous consumer allegations of
overcharging for low-quality driveway work. The St. Louis
Better Business Bureau (BBB) has been investigating the
company and discovered several potential connections to
other companies with a similar pattern of complaints. The
company may be traveling around to different neighborhoods and communities possibly changing their name and
using different aliases to elude unwanted attention. St. Louis
BBB’s press release can be accessed with the following link:
www.bbb.org/stlouis/news-events/bbb-warnings/2015/04/
bbb-warning-on-itinerant-driveway-contractors/
BBB offers the following tips to consumers approached
by contractors:
· Do not be tricked by businesses claiming to offer onetime-only savings. Often this is a way to convince a homeowner to agree to a job without researching the company.
· Get at least three bids when considering a contracting
project. Consider all aspects of the proposal and remember
that the lowest bid may not always be the best.
· Read any contract carefully before agreeing to work.
Make sure you get any verbal promises in writing before
signing an agreement.
· Make sure a company is insured and bonded. Get the
name of the insurance company and check it out before
agreeing to work.
· Get lien waivers showing that suppliers and subcontractors have been paid.
· Do not pay all money in advance. Do not make a final
payment until all work is completed and you are satisfied
with the job.
· Pay by credit card whenever possible in case you need
to challenge the charge.
· Research the company. Find a BBB Business Review
by calling 515-243-8137 or checking the website at www.
bbb.org. Do an online search to find reviews, news reports
or other mentions of the company.
Iowa’s rabbit and squirrel seasons open Sept. 5 statewide
DFES MOINES– A person doesn’t need to travel far into
the Iowa countryside to know there are a lot of cottontail
rabbits. “Cottontail populations on average are 50 percent
higher than we’ve seen over the last 10 years,” said Todd
Bogenschutz, upland wildlife biologist with the Iowa
Department of Natural Resources. “Our cottontail populations remain strong statewide with the highest densities in
southeast Iowa.”
Iowa’s cottontail rabbit population estimate is part of the
August roadside survey that will be available online in early
September at www.iowadnr.gov/pheasantsurvey.
Iowa’s squirrel population follows the acorn production,
generally, and 2014 was a pretty good year for bur oak and
red oak acorn production, meaning 2015 should be a pretty
good year for squirrel numbers.
“Squirrel hunting was once an important part of our heritage but hunter interest has shifted to other species, primarily
deer,” said Jim Coffey, forest wildlife research technician
with the DNR. “Squirrels are definitely an underutilized
resource.” Rabbit and squirrel hunting is an inexpensive way
to introduce novices to hunting with little competition and is
a great way for experienced hunters to get their equipment
out from storage and sharpen their outdoor skills before
pheasant and deer seasons begin.
Squirrel season is Sept. 5 through Jan. 31, 2016, with a
daily bag limit of six squirrels and a possession limit of 12.
There is no restriction on shooting hours.
Rabbit season is Sept. 5 through Feb. 28, 2016 with a daily
bag limit of 10 rabbits and a possession limit of 20. Shooting
hours are sunrise to sunset.
Hunters looking for places to go rabbit or squirrel hunting
should use Iowa’s online hunting atlas at www.iowadnr.
gov/hunting, with more than 600,000 acres of public land
that allow hunting
September is Recovery Month: Prevention works, treatment is effective and people recover
DES MOINES– Governor Terry Branstad proclaimed September as Recovery Month in Iowa. The
Iowa Department of Public
Health (IDPH) joins the
U.S. Substance Abuse and
Mental Health Services Administration and local Iowa
prevention and treatment
agencies, in recognition
of Recovery Month, seeks
to educate Iowans about
substance use treatment
and mental health services
that can enable those with a
mental and/or substance use
disorder to live a healthy and
rewarding life. According to
the most recent (2013) National Survey on Drug Use
and Health, about 185,000
Iowans aged 12 or older
(7.3 percent of individuals
in the age group) are dependent on or abused alcohol;
about 42,000 Iowans in
that age group (1.7 percent)
are dependent on or abuse
illicit drugs. The survey
also found about 107,000
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“Our message is simply that
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SECTION A
5
Johnson County Planning and Zoning announces name change
Food policy council vacancies
IOWA CITY– The Johnson County Planning and Zoning
Department has changed its name to the Planning, Development and Sustainability Department.
The change was approved Aug. 13 by the Johnson County
Board of Supervisors, effective immediately. The new name
better reflects the services the department provides, said
Rick Dvorak, departmental administrator.
“Our services have diversified over the years from just
planning and zoning as the county has grown,” Dvorak
said. “For example, we added subdivision review in 1977,
building inspections in 2000 and an updated development
code in 2004. The department has also evolved to help the
Board of Supervisors carry out its sustainability goals.
“We now offer services for soil and water conservation,
provide environmental education, and ‘green’ County buildings in terms of energy efficiencies, renewables, stormwater
management and more,” he added.
The department’s hours of operation, location, phone
number and fax number will remain the same: 8 a.m. to
4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday at the Johnson County
Administration Building, located at 913 S. Dubuque Street,
Suite 204, in Iowa City. The phone is 319-356-6083 and
fax number is 319-356-6084. The department’s website can
be accessed through www.johnson-county.com/planning.
“Similar departments in many communities and states
have dropped ‘zoning’ from their titles over the years,”
said Dvorak, who joined the department in 1989 and served
IOWA CITY– The Johnson County Board of Supervisors
announces two vacancies on the Food Policy Council. One
vacancy is for an unexpired term beginning immediately
and expiring June 30, 2017. The other is for an unexpired
term beginning immediately and expiring June 30, 2019.
The purpose of the Council is to improve dialogue and
discussion and provide necessary advice on food and agriculture issues to the County, municipalities, community
boards, local agencies, nongovernmental organizations,
businesses and other interested groups. The Council addresses food system issues in the county including the
development of strategic goals, data-gathering, research
projects and policies to address food system issues.
Representation from the following categories is preferred,
but not required: Anti-hunger advocates; Education and
outreach; Farmer/Rancher; Land Use and Conservation/
Planning; Registered Dietitian/Physician; Food Safety Specialists; Realtor/Developer/Housing; Restaurant/Institution;
or Food Distribution/Processing.
Qualified applicants need to be eligible electors of Johnson County.
Application forms are available on the Employment and
Volunteer Positions webpage of the official Johnson County
website, www.johnson-county.com and in the office of the
Johnson County Board of Supervisors, second floor of the
Johnson County Administration Building located at 913 S.
Dubuque St., Ste. 201, in Iowa City.
Completed applications must be returned to the Board
Office by 4:30 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 25.
as administrator since 1995. “Zoning remains part of our
activities, of course, but the name change should help the
public better understand how we can assist them.”
Major departmental milestones created through County
Board of Supervisors review and approval:
· 1960: Adopted zoning regulations;; established Planning and Zoning Commission and Board of Adjustment.
Department known as “Zoning.”
· 1977: Adopted subdivision regulations.
· 1995: Added “Planning” to department name.
· 2000: Adopted building code and established building
inspector positions.
· 2004: Adopted Unified Development Ordinance for
the Unincorporated Areas of Johnson County (updated in
later years).
· 2007: Adopted the Sensitive Areas Ordinance
· 2008: Updated Land Use Plan; completed first plan for
a village (Frytown).
· 2011: Created a half-time sustainability position; added
sustainability duties to assistant planner position.
· 2012: Hired a full-time soil and water conservationist.
Established Green Building Certificate Program.
· 2015: Established a half-time local foods position;
expanded sustainability specialist position to full-time.
Department name changed to Planning, Development and
Sustainability.
Newcomers meeting at Harvest Preserve Sept. 17
IOWA CITY– The Newcomers Division of The University Club will hold their September meeting at Harvest Preserve located at 1645 Scott Blvd in Iowa City on Thursday,
Sept. 17, from 9:30-11:30 a.m. “Discover a Hidden Gem
of Iowa City” is the theme and Julie Decker will lead a
walking tour of the Preserve. In case of inclement weather,
the meeting will be held at the house by the pond at the
Harvest Preserve.
‘Newcomers’ is open to women new to the Iowa City
area, as well as long term residents within their first four
years with The University Club. The purpose of Newcomers is to meet others new to the community, to make new
friends and to learn more about the Iowa City area. For
more information, call 319-333-1109 or go to www.uiowa.
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JOHNSON COUNTY
SEPTEMBER 3, 2015
Where does family history fit in your health?
Livable community for successful
aging policy board vacancies
By Katharine Saunders, MD
UI Health Care, North Liberty
Family history is something your doctor looks at during
routine exams and pays great attention to when you are
facing something more serious.
Certain conditions that could threaten your health
may have already
shown up in the
lives of your parents or grandparents.
Your family
health history is
an important part
of your medical record. Your
doctor appreciates the time
you spend noting
who among your
blood relatives
have had certain diseases and conditions like cancer, heart
disease, stroke, asthma, and diabetes.
Family histories take into account both genetic factors and
lifestyle factors. The fact that Grandpa died early of heart
disease doesn’t mean that you will too. It may, however,
alert your doctor to see that you get proper tests done at
key ages and that you stick to a plan of healthy eating, no
JOHNSON COUNTY–
The Johnson County Board
of Supervisors announces
up to three vacancies on
the Livable Community for
Successful Aging Policy
Board for up to two persons
affiliated with non-profit social services and for one resident. The vacancies are for
unexpired terms beginning
immediately and expiring
June 30, 2018.
The Policy Board provides financial oversight,
monitoring, and program
planning to support the vision of Johnson County
as a livable community
for successful aging. The
Policy Board encourages
and supports the efforts of
governmental units, businesses, and private and
smoking, and lots of exercise.
For certain diseases, doctors pay attention to something
called genetic predisposition. Genes may not be directly
causing disease the way germs or bacteria might, but the
genes can have a tendency to alter or mutate if other factors
are present, like smoking or obesity.
Another form of genetic diseases is where a genetic mutation is passed from generation to generation. Fortunately
these conditions are rare.
If your family has a history of one of these types of
disorders, family members are probably already under the
close supervision of both a primary care doctor and a team
of specialists.
Diseases like hemophilia (a blood clotting disorder) or
cystic fibrosis (a disorder that causes abnormally thick mucus linings in the lungs) are detected early in children and
demand a regimen of strict therapy throughout life. Other
diseases, like Huntington’s disease, a degenerative brain
disorder, can go undetected until middle adulthood when
symptoms begin.
The take-away lesson for family medical history is that
you can’t alter it.
What you can control are the choices you make for your
own health. Have a visit with your doctor about how simple
choices like diet, exercise, and eliminating bad habits can go
a long, long way toward keeping you healthy, regardless of
what’s in your genes.
non-profit organizations
to help Johnson County
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seniors. Application forms
are available on the Employment and Volunteer
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Supervisors, second floor of
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at 913 S. Dubuque St., Ste.
201, in Iowa City.
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must be returned to the
Board Office by 4:30 p.m.
on Friday, Sept. 25.
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worship
Sun. Evening 6pm
Wed. Bible Study 7pm
Service Times:
Sundays 8:30
10:00 & 11:30 am
Summer Worship: Sundays at 9:30 a.m.
Pastor Alecia Williams
85 N. Jones Blvd • North Liberty • 626-2762
Worship: 8am, 9:45am & 11:15am
King of
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Lutheran
Saturday Evening Services 6:00 p.m.
Christian Education Hour 4:45 p.m.
2720 120 Street NE • Swisher • 857-4241
E LY
Lead Pastor:
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SOLON
Our Lord’s
Church
Pastor: Dennis Arnold
Sunday Worship Service: 9:00 a.m.
Children & Adult Sunday School: 10:15 a.m.
www.OurLordSolon.com
131 North Market Street, Solon • 624-5056
Come Share the Spirit!
Children’s ministries & nursery provided
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Web site: www.LifeChurchNow.org
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625 Meade Dr. North Liberty 319-435-8090
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Nursery provided
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NORTH LIBERTY BAPTIST CHURCH
85 Sugar Creek Ln. (319) 665-2527
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email: northlibertybaptist@live.com
Pastor: Bev Marshall-Goodell
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NORTH LIBERTY
Sun. School 9:30am
Sun. Morning 10:30am
Super Church ages 3-11
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8:15 and 9:45
Love, Live
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650 240th Street • North Liberty • 665-2200
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Worship Services - Wed. 6:00 pm
Sunday 8:00 & 10:30 am
1420 Walker St. • Ely • 848-4510
www.stjohnely.org
Sunday Service 10 am
70 S. Kansas Ave., North Liberty
Sunday Worship • 9:30 am
Education for all ages: 11 am
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Sunday Worship
9:30 a.m.
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10:45 a.m.
www.hope-presbyterian.org
420 N. Front St. • North Liberty • 665-2800
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Sunday Worship
Traditional:
8:00 & 9:15 am
Contemporary:
10:45 am
Worship: 8am and 10am
St. Mary’s
Catholic
Church
1749 Racine Ave. NE • Solon
Masses: Saturday 5:00 p.m.
Sunday 8:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.
Just 10 minutes NE of North Liberty
2 blks north of the new Solon High School
Ph. 624-2228 Website: www.solonstmary.org
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SOLON ECONOMIST
SEPTEMBER 3, 2015
SOLON NEWS
SECTION A
7
SOLON SCHOOL NEWS
Facilities Usage Meeting set for
Wednesday, Sept. 16, at SMS
SOLON– A Facilities Usage Meeting will be held on
Wednesday, Sept. 16, at 7 pm. in room 403 at the Solon
Middle School. The meeting will be held to discuss upcoming facilities needs through December. Please make
sure your team or group has a representative present and
bring your schedule. You may call Jody McSweeney with
any questions at 319-624-3401, ext. 1300.
SCHOOL CALENDAR
THURSDAY, SEPT. 3
Early Out, 1:45 PM
JV-V Cross Country @ Regina, 4:30 PM
HS Volleyball @ Mt. Vernon, 5 PM
FRIDAY, SEPT. 4
FS -V Football v. Mt. Vernon, 5 PM
SATURDAY, SEPT. 5
V Volleyball @ CR Washington Tournament, 9 AM
9th Volleyball @ CR Prairie Tournament, 9 AM
MONDAY, SEPT. 7
No School, Labor Day
9th Football @ Mt. Vernon, 6 PM
TUESDAY, SEPT. 8
Little Kids Dance/Cheer Clinic
School Board Elections, 7 AM
Fall Activity Pictures, 10:30 AM
7th Football @ Maquoketa, 4:15 PM
8th Football v. Maquoketa, 4:15 PM
JV-V Cross Country @ Tipton, 4:30 PM
JH Cross Country @ Tipton, 4:30 PM
WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 9
THURSDAY, SEPT. 10
Early Out, 1:45 PM
7th Volleyball @ Anamosa, 4:15 PM
8th Volleyball v. Anamosa, 4:15 PM
HS Volleyball @ Williamsburg, 5 PM
9th Football @ Xavier, 6 PM
Solon Spotlight Meeting, HS FCS Room, 7 PM
School lunches
Thursday, Sept. 3: WG
sausage pizza, pepper strips
with dip, corn, grapes and
milk.
Friday, Sept. 4: WG lasagna roll ups, seasoned peas,
tossed garden salad, WG
garlic breadstick (HS only),
pineapple chunks and milk.
Tuesday, Sept. 8: Mandarin chicken over steamed
WG rice, stirfry veggies,
grape tomatoes with dip,
mixed fruit, WG bug bites
and milk.
Wednesday, Sept. 9: WG
popcorn chicken, mashed
potatoes, and gravy, cucumbers with dip, roasted
garbonzos, WG dinner roll
with butter (HS), bananas
and milk.
Thursday, Sept. 10: Nachos with WG chips, shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes,
salsa, sour cream, WG rice
(6-12), corn, peppers strips
with dip, orange wedges
and milk.
Old Gold Menu
Thursday, Sept. 3: Chicken enchilada casserole, corn,
spinach salad, mini cinnamon sugar stick, ice cream
sundae. Bingo AM & PM.
Friday, Sept. 4: Salmon
croquette, creamed potatoes,
lemon broccoli, pineapple
and cottage cheese, carrot
cake oat bars. Cards AM
& PM.
Monday, Sept. 7: Labor
Day! No meal.
Tuesday, Sept. 8: Lasagna, sweet Italian green
beans, garlic toast, ice cream
and cookies. City representatives. Bingo AM & PM.
Site Council 1:30.
Wednesday, Sept. 9:
Seasoned pork loin, baked
sweet potato, Scandinavian
veggies, cake and ice cream.
Sponsored meal – Mercy
Family Practice of Solon.
T h u r s d a y, S e p t . 1 0 :
Breaded haddock fillet,
steak fries, pea salad, fluffy
tapioca pudding. Foot clinic
AM. Bingo AM & PM.
Sat. Soup for
Seniors
Sept. 5: No Soup (Labor
Day)
Sept. 12: Mom’s Hamburger
Effective, Gentle Chiropractic Care
Without Any Twisting or Cracking
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Adam Haluska.
Candidates: Sept. 8 election
elevate our state and national test scores and focus educational resources to improve academic achievement. We must
continue to set our standards high and strive to become a
district where all students are proficient and excel while in
Solon and beyond. I also believe that we have seen the need
for the improvement of our facilities and, with the support
of the community, we are beginning a construction project
that will help our students.
The board has done a good job of navigating the talent
pool. We have been able to keep and hire an outstanding
superintendent and several great administrators which have
poised Solon to be one of the best school districts now and
into the future. Administrators have been willing to be
creative and make tough decisions, putting the district in
a good financial situation despite the lack of state budget
support. We are also improving our staff communication and
collaboration to better help our educators come together to
give our students the best education possible.
What improvements can be made in the school district
and what will be your priorities if elected?
As the Solon School District continues to grow, difficult
decisions will need to be made. We must develop priorities
and continue providing good communication and transparency. I believe we need to embark on the process of building
a new strategic plan to meet the needs of our ever growing
and changing district. I believe we must ensure that all
students have the opportunity and encouragement needed
to achieve their greatest academic potential, while keeping
ideas and discussions student focused and refraining from
our own agendas. Finally, I believe we need to continue to
provide facilities in conjunction with our mission statement
and complete our current projects.
ADAM HALUSKA
Tell us about your personal history, background, or
interests that have prepared you to serve on the school
board:
Kendra and I have been blessed to call Solon our home
the past five years. We have three amazing children, Jerzey
(7), Jace (3), and Jett (1). Kendra and I are both originally
from Carroll. After high school, we attended the University
of Iowa. I was fortunate to play basketball for the Hawkeyes
and earn a degree in Finance and Marketing from the Tippie
College of Business. Education was always a priority in
my life. I come from a family of educators. My father was
a high school principal and instilled in me the value and
importance of an education. After college and a few years
of playing basketball professionally, Kendra and I were
looking for a place to raise our young family. We landed
in Solon and could not be any happier. I work for Edward
Jones as a financial advisor and enjoy helping individuals
reach their financial goals. I pride myself on being an active
member in the community and am eager to bring my skill
set to the Solon School Board.
What’s done well in Solon schools? What are they
doing right?
I know I’m not the only person that believes Solon is a
special school district. There is a reason for all the growth
and expansion that has occurred the past ten years. I believe
that the district is committed to excellence in all areas of
education. The school has shown that they do not settle. The
new construction shows that we want more opportunities
and experiences for our students. I also believe that we are
hiring the right people to teach and educate our students.
Our educators are second to none. I’m always amazed at
our staff and how much they go out of their way to help our
kids succeed and find success.
No school is perfect. As great as Solon is, we can always
strive to do more.
My goal is not to come in and make waves with drastic
changes. I would be eager to work with the current board and
provide support to our new superintendent. I like to think of
myself as someone who works well within a team and will
make sound decisions. I feel it is important to address the
growth within our community and keep our vision on the
students and the future. I want to be a voice for Lakeview
and the families with young kids in the district. When it
comes to our kids and our community, I will not settle for
anything but the best!
JIM HAUER
board:
I grew up in West Union where I have lived most of my
life other than going to college for two years. Instead of a
junior year of college, I purchased a franchise and began
my own business which a has grown into a commercial
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Amber Marty.
roofing company with our main office still in West Union
and a branch office located in Omaha, Neb. Over the past 37
years I have learned a great deal about owning and operating
a small business where negotiating, meeting deadlines and
budget restraints have led to the many phases of running a
successful company. With this experience, I think it will
help me to be a contributing and productive member of the
Solon school board. Also between Jan and I, we have five
children with three who have graduated from Solon High
School and our youngest beginning her freshman year. This
school year it has been eight years that my family has moved
to the community. I have seen a lot of positive change in
the school district and in the town of Solon.
doing right?
Without hesitation our strength as a district is our staff at
all three buildings. Outstanding teachers and aides, facility
staff, bus drivers, cooks, volunteers along with our hard
working administration team has created positive culture
in the entire district. After attending workshops and board
meetings for the past six to eight months, my belief is Solon
Community School District is on the right track.
I believe a school board member’s number one objective
is to give the children of their district every opportunity for
education. Two things come to mind about what improvements can be made. One being the challenge we face as a
district - growth. Many districts in Iowa would love to be
faced with this challenge because of declining enrollments
across the state. Growth impacts facilities, open enrollment,
finances, student safety and most importantly student education. In order to prepare all students for success in the
future, these are items that must be dealt with by the school
board and community. The second challenge I see is our
district becoming complacent with the success we have had.
Motivation to continue for excellence must always be present. As we all know, there is always room for improvement.
AMBER MARTY
board:
This is an important election. I hope you will get out and
vote on Sept. 8. Please consider your vote carefully and
look for a candidate to represent our students, staff and
community with knowledge of past and present issues. I
currently have a sixth grader and ninth grader in the district.
I have spent the last three years regularly attending board
meetings, SIAC (School Improvement Advisory Committee) and I enjoy volunteering for our district’s PTO to help
put dollars back in our classrooms. I substitute teach when
days allow outside of my duties as a wife and mother. I also
hold a BSW degree from Kansas State University. I worked
in the health care field in a variety of management positions
prior to becoming a full-time mother.
doing right?
The Solon school district amazes me everyday with
our wealth of community and youth. I am amazed at the
diversity and talent among our students, staff and parents. I
have said it before and I will say it again, TEACHERS are
our greatest asset in Solon. I have never taken for granted
someone caring for my children seven hours a day. I have
great respect, admiration and care for our district teachers in
return for their time, academic preparation and safe-keeping
of all students on a daily basis. It is a thankless and not-sofun job by Friday at times. I commend our staff for their
perseverance over the last few years with the change in
our district’s grading system, increased class size and core
curriculum transition. Now, the buzz of building a middle
school and funding has become of great attention. Solon
community and district is growing by leaps and bounds.
I have a daughter who has entered the ninth grade this year
and I continue to have concern about student opportunity
and college preparedness. Will our students be appropriately
prepared with the current ability to test and retest under our
current grading system? Is the ability to retest affecting their
study habits? Will they complete their homework since ours
is not graded? How about students who want to work with
their hands........we must offer students the option to learn a
trade. I spoke to our board and former superintendent three
years ago about academic rigor, student opportunity and
electives. I am frustrated to say I have and share the same
concerns with many stakeholders and students still today.
We must align our academics and district opportunities
with the abilities of our current students and staff. We can
do much better. Non-hand picked academic committees
involving student, staff and stakeholder input are key to a
timely, successful change. District surveys have indicated
needs for numerous years and continue to be utilized, reported and ignored.
I promise to listen to our student, staff and stakeholder
needs and represent academic success and achievement.
I appreciate your vote.
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SOLON AREA NEWS
Beef Days bees
Ron Puettmann works to remove a swarm
of honeybees during set-up for Beef Days
on Dubuque Street. (photo by Karen
McGill)
follows a new queen to start a new colony.
“I try to check them every week in the
spring to help ward off swarming, and then
once every two weeks starting about the first
day of summer,” Puettmann said.
When he harvests, Puettmann produces
two products from his bees. One is the
traditional, pure wildflower honey and the
other is a scented lotion bar, made from his
bees’ wax.
“We try to sell to the local farmers market
and Towncrest Pharmacy. There is a stand
on Newport road called Iowa Grown Produce who sells my honey, as well. We also
give some to local food banks. I don’t do
much advertising, but I do have a website,”
Puettmann said.
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is a third generation beekeeper. His grandmother, Laura Puettmann, began keeping
honeybees during World War II because of
sugar rationing. The limited supply meant
she didn’t have enough sugar for an upcoming wedding, so she started raising bees.
“Most people don’t know you can use
honey as a sugar supplement in a lot of
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THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 3, 2015
Lights... Camera... Lightning!
Weather delays football opener, but Regals
hold on for 21-13 win over Spartans
By Jeff Hess
Solon Economist
IOWA CITY– As the wave of Solon
players rolled down the steps toward the
field Friday, Aug. 28, there was a definite
energy in the air.
The fans felt it. The players were poised,
ready to start the football season.
Players for Solon and Iowa City Regina
took to their respective sides of the field
and the captains strode out for the coin toss.
It was time… and then it was postponed
30 minutes due to lightning.
The players left the field, not to return.
Several lightning delays later, amid a
steady rain and with little hope of it subsiding, the much-anticipated season opener was
postponed until Saturday, Aug. 29.
When the top-ranked 1A Regals and the
seventh-ranked 3A Spartans finally got together in Iowa City Saturday night, Regina
held on for a 21-13 win in a game filled
with turnovers.
Each team saw its opening drive killed by
a turnover, and the Spartans’ last chance in
the fourth quarter ended on an interception.
“Obviously I was disappointed with the
number of turnovers we committed, but we
failed to execute on a consistent basis,” said
Solon Head Coach Kevin Miller. “We pride
ourselves in valuing the football, and that
certainly wasn’t the case against Regina.”
The game opened with the Regals moving
down the field on their opening possession,
but it was stopped six plays in by a Matt
Rowland interception.
The Solon offense sought to take advantage of the momentum, yet after three
plays, the Spartans returned the favor when
running back Bo Black fumbled attempting
to rush into the Regina red zone.
Thus began the battle.
Regina would score first, about halfway
through the first quarter when Regina senior
Nate Stenger connected with senior Nick
Phillips for a 29-yard touchdown on a slant.
On Solon’s next possession, quarterback
Brandan Childs tried to go to the air to
senior Nate Christensen but was picked off
by Phillips. Two plays later Regina scored
again, making it 14-0 with 4:35 left in the
first quarter.
On a subsequent Regina possession, it
was Solon’s turn for an interception.
Junior Graeson Dall picked off Stenger
and returned it 41 yards to the Regina
21-yard-line.
Junior Blayze Griffis came in as quarterback to start the second quarter and the
Spartans took advantage of the Regals’
miscue. Griffis found junior Haltson Durr
with 9:28 left in the second quarter for an
11-yard score to cut the Regina lead in half.
But before the half was over, another interception would lead to a score for Regina.
Phillips came up with his second pick on
a Griffis pass, giving the Regals possession
just outside the Solon 30-yard-line, and
Stenger scored on a quarterback keeper four
Solon football:
Continued on page B7
The Solon Spartans make their way down the steps to the football field at Iowa City
Regina prior to the much-anticipated season opener which was delayed by weather
to Saturday, Aug. 29. (photo by Jeff Hess)
Solon’s Bo Black takes the handoff from quarterback Brandan Childs as Justin
Gibbs blocks up front during Solon’s 21-13 loss to Iowa City Regina Saturday. Black
finished the game as Solon’s leading rusher with 48 yards on 13 carries. (photo by
Mary Hadenfeldt)
Solon’s Spencer Lawson chases down Iowa City Regina quarterback Nate Stengler
during the Spartans’ 21-13 loss Saturday in Iowa City. (photo by Jeff Hess)
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SOLON ECONOMIST
SEPTEMBER 3, 2015
SOLON NEWS
SOLON PUBLIC LIBRARY by Library Staff
Meal and a Movie
September’s Meal and a Movie program
will be held Sept. 25 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
This month’s movie will be “Imitation
Game.” During World War Two, mathematician Alan Turing tries to crack the Enigma
Code with help from fellow mathematicians.
The movie is free but registration is required for the catered meal. The meal costs
$7.50 for an entrée, vegetable and dessert
with the movie following, usually beginning around noon. To register for the meal,
contact Sandra Hanson at 319-624-2710 or
sign up at Old Gold Dining.
The library turns 50
Solon Public Library’s 50th Anniversary will be Saturday, Sept. 19. The library
will mark this momentous occasion with
a birthday party from 3-5 p.m. The party
will include crafts, games and a station to
construct your own sundae. Everyone is
invited to celebrate this occasion. Questions
regarding the celebration may be directed to
319-624-2678.
National Library Card
Sign-up Month
September is National Library Card Signup Month. The Solon Public Library will
recognize this occasion by giving away a
$50 gift card for a local restaurant to two
lucky winners. To participate, stop by the
library in September for a chance to enter
the drawing. By simply applying for a new
library card, renewing an expired card or
ELY NEWS by Lenna See
The descendants of Clarence and Regina Meskiman gathered on Sunday, Aug.
16, at the Ely Community Center for the
Meskimen Family Reunion. Among the 60
attending were Regis Meskimen and family,
Lois Lovlett and family, Shirley Vislisel
and family, Madonna and Sonny Hartl and
family, Irma Meskimen and the late Vincent
Meskimen’s family, and Orville and Donna
Meskimen and family. A delicious potluck
dinner was enjoyed. Hosts were Orville and
Donna Meskimen.
Robert and Eileen Jacobson spent almost
a week visiting his sister and brother-inlaw, Loretta and Edward Jenson in Pelican
Rapids, Minn. recently. Their son and
daughter-in-law, Tony and Kris Jacobson,
of Naperville, Ill. were visiting at the same
time. While together, they celebrated the
50th wedding anniversary of Robert and Eileen, the 25th wedding anniversary of Tony
and Kris, and the 93rd birthday of Robert’s
aunt. En route to Minnesota, Robert and
Eileen were overnight guests of her brother
and sister-in-law, Stanley and Colleen Parks
in Clarion.
The Ely Town and Country Club met
Monday evening, Aug. 17, at Scott’s Restaurant in Cedar Rapids for supper. Darlene
Suchomel and Bill Serbousek played several
selections on their accordions. Hosts were
Leon and Darlene Suchomel.
checking to make sure your account information is up to date, you enter your name
into the drawing for a chance to win. The
winners will be announced Sept. 30.
Here is a list of a few ways you can use
the library: download an e-book, not sure
how– ask a librarian for help; use a computer
for a school project; attend a library game
night; Join the LEGO Club; take advantage
of free family movie nights or simply check
out a DVD to take home; attend a family
craft workshop, like Gingerbread House
Night; go to a preschool story hour with
your child, instilling a love of reading; ask
for a recommended reading list for your
kids; save money and spend quality time
with family by heading to the library for
an afternoon outing; launch your future by
checking out materials on resume writing
and interview tips; use the computers to
access Iowa Works to search for and apply
for jobs; get ready for SAT, ACT and other
college or job related exams with Learning
Express; learn the history of your town or
state; borrow or download a audio book for
you next road trip or daily commute; search
for tips on building your retirement nest
egg; or book the meeting room for your club
or community organization.
Halloween Sale/donations
Scared of the Halloween costumes and
decorations piling up in you closets? Fear
not, donate them to the Friends of the Library for the Halloween costume and decoration sale. Come and shop Saturday, Oct.
10, between 9 a.m. and noon. Most items
will sell for under $10.
Dates to remember
BUSINESS NOTES
Towncrest Pharmacy welcomes new resident
IOWA CITY– Towncrest
Pharmacy has a new Pharmacy Resident for the 20152016 Residency year. Erica
Tolle, Pharm D., started at
Towncrest Pharmacy on
July 1.
“Iowa City is a long way
from home, but I am excited
to spend the next year with
the patients, staff and community of Towncrest” Ms.
Tolle stated.
Erica grew up in Springfield, Ohio, and graduated
from Ohio Northern Uni-
versity’s Raabe College of
Pharmacy in Ada, Ohio.
“The state of Iowa is an
exciting place for the profession of pharmacy, and
Towncrest Pharmacy truly
is at the heart of it all. Our
unique relationships with
patients, highly active and
respected staff and oneof-a-kind clinically based
disease state management
are all characteristics of
Towncrest that I look forward to learning from this
year. My ultimate goal is
to own independent pharmacies, so I have access to
wonderful mentors and networks during my time here
in the Hawkeye State. I’m
looking forward to a year
full of learning, networking
and new experiences here
at Towncrest Pharmacy. Go
Bucks!”
For additional information, contact Randy McDonough at 319-337-3526
or email mcdonough@
towncrest.com.
Storytime: Tuesday mornings at 10:30
a.m. children ages 2-5 are invited to attend
story time, open to the public. Enjoy stories,
songs and a craft.
Meal and a Movie: From 11 a.m. to
3 p.m. the last Friday of the month, the
movie is free with registration required for
the catered meal. The meal costs $7.50 and
the movie follows usually begining around
noon. Call Sandra Hanson at 319-624-2710
Movie Clips
“Paul Blart: Mall Cop 2” After six years
of keeping our malls safe, Paul Blart has
earned a well-deserved vacation. He
heads to Vegas with his teenage daughter
before she heads off to college. But safety
never takes a holiday and when duty calls,
Blart answers.
“Jupiter Ascending” A young woman
discovers her destiny, heiress of intergalactic nobility, and must fight to protect the
inhabitants of Earth from an ancient and
destructive industry.
to register, or sign up at Old Gold Dining.
LEGO Club, Sept. 9: The LEGO club
will meet on second Wednesday in September due to the holiday. Regular meetings are
held the first Monday of the month from 6-7
p.m. Everyone from kindergarten and older
is welcome.
Solon Single Householders, Sept. 16:
Single householders are invited to share
resources and discussion about a variety of
subjects important to single householders
at 9 a.m.
The library turns 50, Sept. 19: Celebrate
this momentous occasion with a birthday
party held from 3-5 p.m.
Anime Club, Sept. 28: The Anime Club
will meet the fourth Monday of each month
from 3:30-4:45 p.m. The club welcomes
anyone from fifth grade and up.
Scrabble Night, Sept. 30: Held in the library meeting room, Scrabble night is bring
your own snacks and Scrabble board. From
7–8:30 p.m., the event welcomes anyone
ready for a game or two.
Early-Out, Sept. 3: movie: “Paddington,” rated PG with a run time of 95 minutes.
The program will run from 1:45-3:15 p.m.
Early-Out Sept. 10: movie: “Big Hero
6,” rated PG with a run time of 102 minutes.
This program will run from 1:45-3:15 p.m.
Early-Out, Sept. 17: craft. Stamp art.
The program will run from 1:45-2:45 p.m.
Early-Out, Sept. 24: LEGOs. The program will run from 1:45-2:45 p.m.
Suffering from Allergies?
Stop by and see us for over-the-counter
and prescription solutions to seasonal allergies.
Several nasal inhalers are now available without a prescription.
We have what you need
for sprains and strains
from sports injuries
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Lux and Purdy named to president’s list at Drake
DES MOINES– Coltin
Luxn and Rachel Purdy, of
Solon, were named to the
president’s list at Drake
University. This academic
honor is achieved by earning
a straight-A GPA of 4.0 for
the Spring 2015 semester.
Drake University is a midsize, private university in
Des Moines, enrolling more
than 3,300 undergraduate
and 1,700 graduate stu-
dents from 40 states and
approximately 40 countries.
Students choose from over
70 majors, minors and concentrations and 20 graduate
degrees offered through six
colleges and schools. Drake
students, faculty and staff
take advantage of the wealth
of cultural, recreational
and business opportunities
found in Iowa’s capital city.
In return, Drake enriches the
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September activities for Old Gold Diner
Old Gold Diner fundraiser, Sept. 23: Double entertainment, back by popular demand, Johnny Krob, The
Singing Cowboy, will delight us with music during the
meal and, shortly after the meal, Joan and Jennel will
entertain us with country, blues, gospel and yodeling.
There will be a special meal. Watch the Solon Economist
for more information. The cost of this meal will be $7
with no Old Gold Diner tickets being accepted. Proceeds
will be used to continue entertainment on a monthly basis, and to pay for meals for those unable to afford them.
Attendees are asked to call ahead for lunch reservations,
319-624-2251. Extra contributions are also welcome at
any time. Following the meal, local celebrities will be
put in jail with the hope that their friends, family and
maybe enemies will bail them out.
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HAWK TALK
SEPTEMBER 3, 2015
SECTION B
3
Hawkeye preview
By Don Lund
Sports Writer
This is the final part of Hawkeye football
preview 2015.
This week, I’ll look at the linebackers,
defensive backs and special teams.
LINEBACKERS
Let’s be honest, the linebackers struggled
a lot last year.
Iowa gave up 65 big plays last fall. Not
all of them were the linebackers’ fault, but
when you have two freshmen starting as
linebackers, Bo Bower and Josey Jewell,
you can expect some growing pains.
The Hawks gave up an average of 168.3
yards on rushing defense last fall, sixth best
in the Big Ten.
The good news is Bower and Jewell are
a year older and sophomore Ben Neimann
(6-foot-3, 225 pounds) has looked good and
moved in as the starting outside linebacker.
Last season, Ben played in 13 games as
a true freshman, blocked a punt and took it
in for a touchdown against Northwestern.
Iowa Head Coach Kirk Ferentz said he
wanted to keep Ben on the outside, noting
“That is where he is best suited to play.”
Bo Bower, former West Branch prep,
started 13 games at outside linebacker. He
intercepted two passes, had one sack and
5.5 tackles for a loss. Bower is listed as the
starting weak side linebacker as fall practice
opened and was named honorable mention
freshman All-Big Ten last fall.
Josey Jewell played in 11 games last season and started the last four. He was the lone
bright spot on defense against Tennessee
coming up with 14 tackles in the bowl game
loss. Jewell was also academic All-Big Ten.
Backups include seniors Cole Fisher
(6-foot-2, 236 pounds) and Travis Perry (6foot-3, 234 pounds) plus redshirt freshman
Aaron Mends (6-foot, 212 pounds).
Fisher has been academic All-Big Ten
for the last three years. He played in all 13
games last year and is a very good tackler.
Last week, he was moved to the starting
weak side linebacker replacing Bo Bower.
That is not necessarily a bad thing. Fisher is
a senior and is stepping up in his last season.
Perry is also academic All-Big Ten for the
last three years. He was named recipient of
the Reggie Roby Special Teams award and
played in 11 games last fall before injuring
his leg against Minnesota. He missed the
last three games.
Having seniors in the mix is a double-win
for the defense and special teams.
Aaron Mends jumped up in spring practice.
“Aaron Mends is the wild card,” said
coach Ferentz after the Kids Day scrimmage. “How quickly he can learn to play in
the system is probably the best way, which
is what all young players have to learn.”
Mends has great speed and will play on
special teams to start.
“I feel like I’ve grown a lot and can help
on special teams,” said Mends.
Mends also likes to play for linebacker
coach Jim Reid.
“Coach Reid is the most exciting coach
I’ve played for so far,” Mends said. “He
loves to coach and is always here to help
any player that needs help in anything. He
knows the defense inside and out and he
knows how to motivate his players.”
Bottom line is the linebackers have to improve if Iowa is to have a successful season.
DEFENSIVE BACKS
The defensive backfield for the Hawkeyes
might be its strongest position.
Last season, Iowa gave up an average of
175.9 yards in pass defense, which ranked
second in the Big Ten.
Iowa starts out with All-Big Ten pick
Desmond King (5-foot-11, 200 pounds)
and Greg Mabin (6-foot-2, 200 pounds),
both juniors.
King has started since he was a freshman
and Mabin started 12 games last year.
King, the first true freshman to start at
defensive back since 2002, was honorable
mention All-Big Ten last year. He had three
interceptions and was preseason All-Big
Ten this year.
Mabin had 53 tackles, two recovered
fumbles and one interception.
“Desmond and Greg give us a good starting point at the corner position,” said head
coach Ferentz.
Backups include junior Maurice Fleming
(6-foot, 205 pounds) and senior Sean Draper
(6-foot, 190 pounds).
Last year, Fleming played in 11 games,
starting in the Pittsburgh game.
Draper played in 12 games last fall. He
totaled eight tackles and intercepted a pass
and returned it 22 yards against Maryland.
The two starting safeties look solid
with senior Jordan Lomax (5-foot-10, 205
pounds) leading the way at free safety.
Lomax, who started out at cornerback,
played 11 games as a true freshman. He
hurt his shoulder in spring practice in 2012
and redshirted the rest of the season. He was
academic All-Big Ten in 2013, playing in
nine games with one start.
Last year, Lomax was honorable mention
All-Big Ten as well as academic All-Big
Ten. He also won the Team Hustle award
on defense and special teams.
Junior Anthony Gair (6-foot-2, 210
pounds) is listed as Jordan’s backup. He
played in every game last season and started
once. The junior from Texas had 11 tackles
and one interception in his start against
Pittsburgh.
Sophomore Miles Taylor (6-foot, 195
pounds) is listed as the starting strong safety. As a true freshman, he played in every
game and Kirk Ferentz has liked him from
the start.
“He’s a football player,” the coach said
about Taylor. “He enjoys the game, he has
a good energy level about him and he’s very
enthusiastic. He’s learned quickly.”
Redshirt freshman Brandon Snyder (6foot-1, 210 pounds) is listed as the backup
strong safety.
Snyder is a walk-on from West Lyon
where, as a senior, he was named Male
Athlete of the Year by the Des Moines Register. He was first team all-state in football
and basketball, all-conference in baseball,
and placed in three events at the state track
meet as a senior.
SPECIAL TEAMS
Desmond King will be anchoring what
could be a very strong defensive backfield for Iowa. (photo by Terry Inteveld)
Marshall Koehn (6-foot, 200 pounds)
struggled in his first four attempts at field
goals, making only one. Against Ball State
in a Hawkeye win, he had two missed attempts and freshman Mick Ellis came in to
Solon’s Marshall Koehn led the Big Ten in touchback percentage and may even be
called upon to punt this season for the Hawkeye football team. (photo by Don Lund)
Iowa’s starting linebackers, Josey Jewell, Ben Niemann and Bo Bower, will be called
upon to help limit big plays for the Hawkeyes. (photo by Terry Inteveld)
kick the final attempt which was no good.
Koehn made his only attempt against
Iowa State but it might have been his 52yard field goal against Pittsburgh, plus a
little help from All-American kicker Nate
Kaeding, that gave him confidence to hit 11
of his last 12 kicks.
“After the Ball State game I met with Nate
Kaeding,” said Koehn. “He kind of put me
through his routine in games and I kind of
matched that with mine. Ever since then it
has helped me to have something to fall back
on and make some kicks.”
Koehn led the Big Ten in touchback
percentage (63.2 percent), didn’t miss an
extra point (38-38) and ranked second in
touchbacks (43).
He’s also competing for the punting duties. He averaged 37.8 yards per punt as a
Solon Spartan.
Last year, Dillon Kidd averaged 38.5 for
the Hawkeyes, which was 10th-best in the
league.
The Hawks have three players competing
to return punts– Desmond King, Matt VandeBerg and Riley McCarron.
Iowa averaged 5.1 yards on punt returns
and VandeBerg had 12 with a 6.8 average.
That needs to increase if the Hawks want
to improve.
Jonathan Parker led the Big Ten in kickoff returns early in the season with a 25.6
average. He finished eighth in the Big Ten
at the end of the season with a 22.1 average.
Jordan Canzeri, Tevaun Smith and Akrum
Wadley could also get a shot at returning
kicks.
Special teams weren’t great last season
and need to improve if Iowa wants to win
more than seven games.
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$349,900. Acreage Alert! Move-In
ready ranch with 3 bdrm, 2 baths,
granite, custom cherry cabinetry,
a fabulous 4 seasons room and a
large outbuilding. Melissa Hodapp
319.929.4520
101 Stanwyck Dr
$229,900. Fully finished ranch
with 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, new
appliances and immediate
possession. Melissa Hodapp
319.929.4520
350 Beaver Kreek, Ste A, North Liberty
1645 Timber Wolf Dr.,
North Liberty
$279,900. Wonderful 5 bedroom
ranch in Fox Run.
402 Whispering Willow Ln, Solon
Built with the highest quality finish,
this three bedroom, two bath home
has room for expansion in unfinished lower level, oversized three
stall garage, granite, tile, hardwood,
level yard for only $298,000! Michelle Bennett 319.533.2993
1900 Timber Wolf, North Liberty
$425,000. A ranch design w/specialized features that you will love!
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3230 Sandy Beach
Beautiful Corridor acreage! So
much space, upgrades and options here! Impressive main floor
master suite! 11 acres of privacy
and nature! $499,000.Mary Hadenfeldt 319.560.3965
3808 County Down Lane NE,
North Liberty
$420,000. Lovely ranch acreage
off of Dubuque Street. Gwen
Johnson 319.631.4936
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Almost 4,000 sf of office space previously a dental office for a gross lease
of $4,000 per month. High traffic
count area on the corner of Dubuque
& Zeller. Could possibly subdivide.
Melissa Hodapp 319-929-4520
Cedar Ridge Place, Cedar Rapids
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8512 Brighton Way SW
508 Penn Court, North Liberty
$172,000. 3 bedroom, 3.5
bathroom stand alone condo in
North Liberty. Gwen Johnson
319.631.4936
Ranch with open concept kitchen,
dining, and living room. Main floor
laundry, vaulted ceiling in living,
master suite w bath. $198,500
Melissa Hodapp 319.929.4520
732 S Market #2, Solon
No steps, no exterior maintenance, no worries! Large community space available for your family gatherings! 2 bed 2 bath, patio.
$118,500, and with accepted
offer by Oct 1 $2500 flooring
allowance- you choose what you
want! And new microwave! Mary
Hadenfeldt 319.560.3965
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555 W Cherry St, North Liberty
Great office building in the
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2,325 for sale or 1,500 for lease.
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Evan Heights, Iowa City
832 N 1st Ave, Iowa City $344,900
Striking 2 story with a walkout lower
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trees behind. Under Construction.
2610 Hickory Trl, Iowa City
$299,900. Modern design in this
open floor plan with 4 bdrms, 3
baths, a 3 stall garage and over
2,100 finished square feet. Under
Construction. Melissa Hodapp
319.929.4520
2650 1st Ave, Coralville
Stunning ranch sitting on 3+ acres.
Over 7,600 sf finished. Upgrades
throughout. L shaped pool,
dual grill station, covered porch,
and large patio. 4 stall garage.
$1,450,000 Melissa Hodapp
319.929.4520
1980 Sherman Drive, Iowa City
New open concept ranch with 5
bdrms, 3 baths and finished lower
level. Large kitchen w/granite,
stainless steel appliances. Large
1st floor laundry. $259,900!
2602 Hickory Trl, Iowa City
$289,900. Large 2 story duplex
with 4 bdrms, 3.5 baths, upstairs
laundry, a 2 stall garage, and over
2,300 finished square feet. Under
Construction. Melissa Hodapp
319.929.4520
745 Chukar Circle, North Liberty
$430,000 New construction walkout
ranch in a popular area of North
Liberty. Gwen Johnson
319.631.4936
604 E 3rd Street, West Liberty
Ranch home w/newer kitchen.
2 bdrm, 1 bath, 1162 sq ft, large
deck, and fenced yard. $92,000.
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4 bdrms, 3 baths, 2 family rooms,
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PUBLIC NOTICES
Solon football: Regina held scoreless in second half
plays later to widen the gap to 21-7.
Regina would not score again, thanks
to a stout defensive effort by the Spartans,
although Solon’s offense couldn’t capitalize
on its opportunities.
“We lacked discipline and consistency
on offense, but our defense did a great job
of keeping our team in the game,” Coach
Miller said. “I was pleased with our overall
effort and execution on defense.”
Solon’s defense, led by seniors Spencer
Lawson and Tanner Wymer, battled most of
the evening in the trenches. The two interjected themselves into almost every play.
Solon’s defensive line made its way into
Regina’s backfield often. Regina found luck
moving the ball with short passes, something that didn’t come as easily for Solon.
Childs and Griffis were a combined 7-22,
for 50 yards through the air and three interceptions. Childs completed a single pass,
albeit a very important one.
The Spartans cut it to a single-possession
game at the 8:29 mark of the third quarter
when Childs hooked up with Jacob Coons
for a 17-yard touchdown pass. Childs
missed the extra point, leaving the Spartans
with a 21-13 deficit.
Solon came close again at the 3:35 mark
in the third, when a fumble in Regina’s
territory ended the drive.
Griffis returned to quarterback the final
quarter and Solon was able to move the ball,
but the drive stalled and the Spartans turned
the ball over on downs at the 10:42 mark.
Solon would have another chance late
in the game as fog moved in around the
players.
Griffis and the offense got the ball back
at the Solon 35-yard-line with just under 2
minutes remaining in the game.
The offense picked up a first down, but
an interception on a fourth-and-17 ended
Solon’s fight. The Regals took a knee to
end the game.
The Regals completed the game with
300 yards of total offense, double the 148
mustered by Solon.
Regina’s Stenger was 8-22 for 93 yards,
a touchdown and two interceptions while
junior Thomas Rapp was 2-5 for 37 yards.
Stenger was the Regals’ rusher with 87 yards
on 12 carries. Phillips added 76 yards on
18 carries and Regina gained a total of 170
yards on the ground.
Black was Solon’s leading rusher with
48 yards on 13 carries, while sophomore
Kendrick Harris added 36 yards on seven
carries. Solon had 98 yards of rushing offense on 29 attempts.
“We have a number of playmakers on
offense and we have to manufacture ways to
get them the ball,” Coach Miller said. “It’s
my job to make sure we create opportunities for our offense to improve and we are
committed to that process.”
SECTION B
7
(Continued from page B1)
Halston Durr gets a handful of jersey as he moves in for the tackle for Solon during a 21-13 loss to Iowa City Regina Saturday.
(photos by Mary Hadenfeldt)
The Spartans host Mount Vernon Friday,
Sept. 4, and stay at home to welcome Cedar
Rapids Xavier Friday, Sept. 11.
Trevor Nelson and Tanner Wymer combine on a tackle for Solon. The Spartans held
Regina scoreless in the second half.
Matt Roeder.
PUBLIC NOTICE: CITY OF SOLON
SOLON CITY COUNCIL
AUGUST 19, 2015
SOLON, IOWA
SOLON CITY HALL
Mayor Steve Stange called to order the regular City Council meeting
at 5:30pm. Roll Call: Steve Duncan, Mark Krall, Mark Prentice and Dale
Snipes. Absent: Casey Grover. Also Present: City Administrator Cami
Rasmussen, City Attorney Jim Martinek and City Clerk Susie Siddell.
Motion by Krall to approve the agenda. Seconded by Prentice. Roll
Call Vote: Duncan, Krall, Prentice and Snipes. All Ayes. Motion Carried.
4-0.
Citizen Speak: None
Motion by Duncan to approve the Consent Agenda, including minutes
from the August 5, 2015 meeting, list of bills, treasurer’s report and transfers, any building permits, the approval of liquor license for Big Grove
Brewery 2nd Anniversary Event and approval of Event Application for
the 3rd Annual Brett Smith Memorial Fun Run Event on Saturday April
16, 2016. Seconded by Snipes. Roll Call Vote: Duncan, Krall, Prentice
and Snipes. All Ayes. Motion Carried. 4-0.
Fire Department Report: None
Sheriff Department Report: None
Public Works Report: Rasmussen stated she had sent Council Members an update on Scott Kleppe and talked with Tim Stull. Stull will be
handling things till Kleppe returns to work.
City Engineer Report: None
Library Report: Kris Brown stated she would be advertising for a
Board member as Jeff Schadler is resigning, they would need a City
resident. Rasmussen stated she would be handle this and would look
through applications previously received. Brown informed Council
they would be returning to the regular hours September – May.
City Attorney Report: None
New Business:
Utility Forgiveness Request from Steve Yakish at 712 Raymond Dr.:
Rasmussen went over Sewer Forgiveness Policy with Council. Motion
by Prentice to approve a portion of the sewer amount after a three month
average. Seconded by Snipes. Roll Call Vote: Duncan, Krall, Prentice
and Snipes. All Ayes.
Motion Carried. 4-0.
Utility Forgiveness Request from Jason Kollar at 700 Raymond Dr.:
Motion by Snipes to approve a portion of the sewer amount after a three
month average. Seconded by Duncan. Roll Call Vote: Duncan, Krall,
Prentice and Snipes. All Ayes. Motion Carried. 4-0.
Utility Forgiveness Request from Matt Anson at 1204 Wood Lily Rd.:
Motion by Duncan to approve a portion of the sewer amount after a three
month average. Seconded by Snipes. Roll Call Vote: Snipes, Prentice,
Krall and Duncan. All Ayes. Motion Carried. 4-0.
Windmill Estates Part 6 Construction Plans: Rasmussen reminded
Council this item was tabled previous Council Meeting. Rasmussen
stated she had discussed with City Engineer Dave Schechinger with
a recommendation of agreeing to the mass grading contingent of all
erosion control being in place. Motion by Krall to allow mass grading
with erosion control being in place. Seconded by Snipes. Roll Call Vote:
Duncan, Krall, Prentice and Snipes. All Ayes. Motion Carried. 4-0.
Other Business:
Council Committee Reports: Mayor Stange stated the meeting
concerning Christmas Decorations had to be cancelled, they would be
rescheduling another soon. Mayor Stange informed Council there had
been two requests for Tif with the possibility of a third. Mayor Stange
stated budget time would be approaching in which they would need to
have finance meetings.
City Clerk Report: Siddell stated the nomination papers were in the
City Office. They must be directly turned into the Auditors Office with
ten signatures. City Staff has been painting lines as school begins on
Monday.
City Administrator Comments: Rasmussen informed Council she
had met with Reverend Shady and the agreement has been signed, the
freedom rock will be moved tomorrow to the legion memorial area. The
legion will be providing a cover for the artist, Bubba Sorenson, to begin
the painting. Rasmussen stated “Movie in the Park” was Friday at the
Rec & Nature Center and School would start on Monday.
Council Comments: None
Mayor Comments: Mayor Stange asked to keep Public Works
Director Scott Kleppe in our thoughts and prayers.
Motion to Adjourn by Snipes at 5:50pm. Seconded by Krall. All Ayes.
Motion Carried. 4-0.
ATTEST
Susie Siddell, City Clerk
Steve Stange, Mayor
CITY OF SOLON
WARRANTS REPORT AUGUST 19, 2015
Airgas North Central; Chemicals .....................................................6.26
Alliant Utilities; Utilities..............................................................280.45
Utilities...................................................................................194.52
Utilities.....................................................................................51.85
Utilities.....................................................................................29.61
Apparatus Testing Servic; Pump Test #132 .................................275.00
Brooke, Henning; Utility Refund ...................................................50.00
Clayton, Jeff; Utility Refund..........................................................50.00
Clippert, Mary Beth; Refund-Flag .................................................43.00
Coon, Tyler Or Christine; Utility Refund ......................................50.00
Cummings, Wes Or Jamie; Utility Refund ....................................50.00
Employee Benefit Systems; Flex Fee ............................................60.00
Farlinger, Mayuri; Utility Refund ..................................................50.00
Field, Zach; Utility Refund ............................................................50.00
Freeman Lock & Alarm Inc; Monitoring .......................................84.00
Gazette Communications I; Subscription ....................................228.80
Gravert, Jereme; Utility Refund .....................................................50.00
Hawkins Inc; Chemicals ................................................................35.00
Chemicals.................................................................................60.00
Chemicals.................................................................................95.00
Hoffman, Yvette; Utility Refund ....................................................50.00
Hummel, Ken; Utility Refund........................................................50.00
Iowa One Call; Locates ..................................................................36.90
Ivers, John; Utility Refund.............................................................50.00
J&M Martinez Constructio; Tearoff And Replace Shin............3,825.00
Jennett, Adam; Utility Refund .......................................................50.00
Johnson County Refuse In; Stickers .........................................3,630.00
Stickers................................................................................3,720.00
Annual Tags ........................................................................4,550.00
Johnson County Sheriff’s; Patrol Car - Ragbrai ..........................210.00
Johnson County Treasurer; Police Protection ...........................7,325.33
Krall, Emily; Utility Refund ..........................................................50.00
Kunkel, Margaret; Utility Refund ..................................................50.00
Linn County REC; Utilities .........................................................156.00
Utilities.....................................................................................16.94
Utilities...................................................................................145.17
Merschman; Ice Melt ................................................................2,436.17
Ice Melt ...............................................................................2,768.02
Ice Melt ...............................................................................2,439.07
Ice Melt ...............................................................................2,381.02
Ice Melt ...............................................................................2,561.94
Ice Melt ...............................................................................2,697.39
Mt Vernon City Hall; Swim Lessons ........................................2,560.00
Nutri-Ject Systems Inc; Hauling Sludge .................................22,443.75
Office Express; Supplies ................................................................49.47
Old Gold Diner; Site Manager Support ....................................6,000.00
Omtvedt, Julia; Utility Refund.......................................................50.00
Roe, Alisan; Utility Refund............................................................50.00
Roser, Michael; Utility Refund ......................................................50.00
Sherwin Williams; Paint ..............................................................462.80
Paint .......................................................................................549.50
Solon Economist; Publications ....................................................903.82
Solon Fire Department; Janitor ....................................................100.00
Sprint; Phone..................................................................................37.99
St Marys Catholic Church; Escrow - Land Purchase................1,000.00
State Hygienic Laborator; Testing .................................................50.00
Thomson Reuters - West; West Information Charges ....................79.96
West Information Charges........................................................79.96
West Information Charges........................................................92.96
Treasurer-State Of Iowa; Sales Tax ..........................................7,576.00
Tvedte, Ann; Refund - Soccer ........................................................86.00
US Bank Equipment Financ; Contract Payment ..........................103.87
Wellmark Bluecross Blues; Insurance ......................................6,156.81
Wilson, Sharon; Utility Refund......................................................50.00
Payroll Claims; Total ..............................................................22,018.95
General Fund...........................................................................45,224.40
Road Use Tax Fund .................................................................17,371.80
Special Revenue Levy...............................................................5,105.23
Water Utility............................................................................12,905.85
Water Systems Improvment ......................................................1,000.00
Sewer Utility ...........................................................................29,937.00
......................................................................................... 111,544.28
PUBLIC NOTICE: JOHNSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
Cost of this publication: $73.39
Fiscal year to date cost
(as of 7/1/15): $1,671.50
THE JOHNSON COUNTY BOARD
OF SUPERVISORS
FORMAL MEETING MINUTES
AUGUST 20, 2015
Chairperson Harney called the Johnson
County Board of Supervisors to order in the
Johnson County Administration Building
at 9:00 a.m. Members present: Mike Carberry, Pat Harney, Terrence Neuzil, Janelle
Rettig, and Rod Sullivan.
Unless otherwise noted, all actions were
taken unanimously.
Motion by Neuzil, second by Sullivan,
to approve the claims on the Auditor’s
Claim Register as approved by a majority
of the Supervisors.
4 C’s Community Coord .............7947.65
Abc Disposal Systems In ................54.00
Able Llc ........................................475.00
Alexis Fire Equipment ................1635.80
Altorfer Machinery .....................2010.05
Amy Hackman ..................................8.00
Amy Lynn Barney .......................1618.35
An L Leonard ..................................27.84
Anderson Erickson Dairy ..............242.01
Andrew M Johnson .........................50.00
Andrew V Weigel ............................22.82
B4 Brands........................................24.57
Barbara Stannard .........................2028.64
Barron Motor Supply ....................983.66
Billion Hawkeye Inc .....................895.78
Blake Smith...................................350.00
Brad Kunkel ....................................45.00
Brandon Tietje Fedderse .................48.00
Brigitte B Sliger ................................3.98
Brother And Brother In .................301.55
Business Radio Sales An.................54.75
Carahsoft Technology .................1550.00
Casey’s General Stores ...................50.26
Cedar Rapids Truck Cen ...............325.98
Central Petroleum Equ ................2172.00
Centurylink .......................................5.21
Charles Dufano ...............................13.00
Cherie White .................................107.52
Chris Wisman ..................................45.00
City Laundering Co.......................425.35
City Of Iowa City - Lan ..................73.16
City Of Iowa City - Ut ..................336.91
City Of Iowa City-Acco ................121.63
City Of North Liberty .....................75.00
Cody Shafer ....................................93.00
Constanza Scheetz ........................300.00
Dan Quiles ........................................8.00
Dan’s Overhead Doors 1 ...............169.00
Dean Moore Rentals Dba ................84.90
Deery Brothers Ford L ................5669.20
Dell Marketing Lp.....................36038.27
Delta Dental Of Iowa ..................8417.16
Dental Equipment & Sup ..............105.95
Des Moines Register Db ...............330.00
Dickinson, Mackaman, .............14201.16
Dieter J Friton ...............................938.20
Dkc Real Estate Llc ......................475.00
Dlt Solutions Inc .......................16876.35
Douglas E Beardsley .......................13.00
Dream Center ..............................5616.38
Dustys Precision Auto .................3975.17
E & J Electric Inc ..........................463.46
E.S.R.I. Inc ................................30850.00
Emerald Court Apartmen ..............500.00
Erman Corporation In ...............54390.00
Farmers Electric Coope.................150.00
Federal Express Corpo ................1074.67
Fidlar Technologies In ..................728.14
Forest Park Partners L...................450.00
Future Line ....................................366.00
Gazette Communications ..............289.00
Gazette Communications ..............228.80
Golfview Investors Lc...................285.00
Goodfellow Printing In .................348.00
Goodwill Industries O .................6462.46
Guy V Sommers ..............................96.56
Hawkeye Touchless Inc ................344.10
Hd Supply Construction..................58.98
Henry Schein...............................1979.81
Hy Vee Food Stores.......................144.35
Hy-Vee #1281 .................................70.00
Hy-Vee Pharmacy #1080 ................40.45
Imagetek Inc................................1377.51
Imperial Roof Systems..................580.00
Insight Public Sector .....................404.72
Intercall Inc .....................................81.53
International Assoc Of ..................527.00
Interstate All Battery .......................45.96
Iowa City Express Lube ................350.44
Iowa City Ia Housing A.................400.00
Iowa Paper Inc ..............................823.93
Iowa State Associatio ..................1375.00
Iowa State Prison Ind ..................1178.30
Iowa State Sheriffs’ & ...................125.00
Isaca Treasurer ................................35.00
Jacob Riley ......................................48.00
Janelle R Rettig ...............................60.00
Jeffrey M Gingerich ........................45.00
Jim Crosheck.................................305.92
Jim’s Septic Service I ....................375.00
John R Pierce ................................400.00
Johnson County Audito .................836.65
Johnson County Audito ...............3100.51
Johnson County Informat................41.93
Johnson County Public .................745.68
Johnson County Sheriff.................327.70
Joint Emergency Communi.............71.68
Jon Trouten......................................27.24
Karina Lyn Smith ..........................636.80
Katrina Rudish ................................41.00
Kevin Lehman...............................400.00
Koch Brothers ...............................491.27
Kristin L Denniger ..........................66.00
Larry Yoder Masonry In................655.00
Lexisnexis Accurint - A...................50.00
Linn County Agricultur .................155.00
Linn County Rec ...........................667.97
Lisa Hinricher ...............................200.00
Lisa Owen Dba Mays 3rd .............137.50
Ll Pelling Co Inc .........................4162.20
Lora A Shramek ............................110.00
Lowe’s ...........................................370.64
Mailfinance ...................................361.35
Martha K Carlson..........................400.00
Mathews & Associates L...............160.00
Matthew Bender & Co I..............1252.00
Matthew J Hendricks ......................45.00
Medela Inc ....................................799.77
Menards - Iowa City .....................100.01
Michael H Hensch.........................110.40
Mid American Energy .................8028.08
Mid-American Energy ..................128.75
Midwest Janitorial Se..................2337.75
Midwest Wheel & Equipme............15.23
Mike Carberry .................................60.00
Motor Parts And Equipm ..............233.36
Multi Service Corporati ..................27.98
Muscatine County Sherif ................64.50
Muscatine County Sh ..............154479.00
Mutual Wheel Company .............2352.40
Nadine Fisher ................................195.30
Nathaniel Miller ..............................83.44
O’reilly Automotive Inc ..................52.98
Optimal Phone Interpr...................485.44
Patricia D Desjardins ......................90.00
Patrick L Harney .............................60.00
Pauls Discount Store .....................269.56
Peter John Kaboli Dba ..................475.00
Postmaster ...................................5158.65
Ppg Architectural Finis ...................16.28
Press-Citizen Media ......................299.24
Progressive Rehabilita ..................480.00
Public Agency Training.................295.00
Pyramid Services Inc. ...................230.28
Quality Striping Inc.....................2500.00
Quentin Pitzen Dba Pi.................5410.39
Racom Corporation ...................69007.53
Rebecca J Hackett Lea ................2053.75
Rexco Equipment Inc ......................64.01
Robert Paul Penningrot .................400.00
Rod Sullivan....................................60.00
Ronald G Kaminski Dba .............8595.00
Routematch Software I ...............2530.00
S&G Harvieux Inc Cj Co ..............140.00
Selzer Werderitsch A .................41450.47
Sharon Telephone Co ....................745.88
South Central District ...................450.00
South Slope Coop Comm............2526.86
Spenler Tire ...................................579.45
Staples Business Advan ................148.66
Stryker Medical.............................874.74
Student Publications In ...................50.00
Summit Fire Protection .................705.00
Systems Unlimited Inc ..................882.21
Tallgrass Business Res ..................564.09
Teresa P Kane................................325.00
Terrence Neuzil ...............................60.00
The Governor Group Llc ..............400.00
The Housing Fellowship ...............500.00
Totalfunds By Hasler ....................629.89
Tri-City Electric Comp .................625.62
Tricia L Kitzmann ...........................16.00
Trizetto Provider Solu ...................154.04
Tru Art Color Graphic .................6523.00
Tutty Mtowa ..................................458.50
U S Cellular.................................1401.02
Ui Diagnostic Labora ................23858.99
United Action For You ................7360.00
University Of Iowa .......................112.03
University Of Iowa Ho................2546.00
Van Meter Industrial I ...................113.49
Venture Architects Ll ..................3654.17
Virginia Geers .................................70.00
Visa .............................................6424.80
Wellmark Blue Cross ..............111000.00
West Branch Communicat ..............79.44
West Liberty Telephon ................1112.88
Westport Touchless Auto.................18.00
Westwinds Real Estate ..................400.00
Willie E Townsend ........................177.00
Wrs Group Dba Health Ed ..............15.15
Motion by Sullivan, second by Carberry,
to approve the minutes of the formal meeting of August 13, 2015.
Motion by Rettig, second by Sullivan,
to approve the payroll authorizations submitted by department heads, as approved
by a majority of the Supervisors.
Motion by Sullivan, second by Rettig,
to appoint Jan Shaw as Mental Health/Disability Services Director effective August
31, 2015.
Assistant MH/DS Director Jan Shaw
spoke about her past employment.
to appoint Brian Krueger and Tara Sterba
to the Compensation Commission for an
unexpired term ending December 31, 2015.
Motion by Rettig, second by Sullivan, to
appoint Marc Rahe to the SEATS Paratransit Advisory Committee for an unexpired
term ending June 30, 2017.
to appoint Mary Roberts to the Targeted
Case Management Advisory Board for an
unexpired term ending June 30, 2018.
Adjourned to Informal Meeting at 9:06
a.m.
/s/Pat Harney, Chair, Board of Supervisors
Attest: Travis Weipert, Auditor
Recorded By Kymberly Zomermaand
These minutes were sent for formal approval and publication on August 27, 2015.
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SECTION B
SOLON ECONOMIST
SEPTEMBER 3, 2015
THE BACK PAGE
IT’S TIME FOR
GARY’S
BUT
ANNUAL
LOBSTERFEST
WE CAN’T GET ANY LIVE MAINE LOBSTERS BECAUSE OF
EL NINÕ WARM WATER CONDITIONS IN MAINE
SO PLAN B. . .
SEAFOOD FEST!
AQUASTAR 16 OZ.
AQ
116/20
6
CT. FROZEN
$
RAW
SHRIMP
8
99
FROZEN APROX 1 LB.
PRE-COOKED
LOBSTERS
8
$ 99
6/9 CT. FR
FROZEN
KING
CRAB
LEGS
$
21
99
SEAFOOD FEST
AT GARY’S
www.garys-foods.com
VISIT US FOR WEEKLY SPECIALS & PROMOTIONS.
WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO LIMIT QUANTITIES AND CORRECT PRINTING ERRORS
NOT ALL ITEMS AVAILABLE AT ALL STORES.
Prices effective September 2 through September 8, 2015
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