June 2015 newsletter

City of Milo
P.O. Box 111
Milo, IA 50166
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JUNE, 2015
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Milo City-Wide Garage Sale
3rd of July Street Dance
June 6, 2015
There will be a street
dance on Main Street
July 3rd sponsored by
Milo Development
Corporation.
Food and Live Music
provided by Randy Burk
and the Prisoners from
6 pm to 9:30 pm.
Start your 4th of July weekend off on July 3rd.
Make plans for supper and enjoy music from Randy
Burk. This event is sponsored by and all proceeds
benefit the Milo Development Corporation.
The Milo City-Wide
garage sale date will be
published in the
Indianola Record-Herald,
on facebook and on
craigslist. To list your
address or items for sale
you should make your own posting on those sites.
This event is always the first Saturday of June each
year. LuAnn Ohnemus - 641-745-9995
Milo City Council Minutes
Milo City Hall - Monday, April 6, 2015
meeting. Discussion followed. City Clerk shared that
she had contacted several cities who had used CVPD
in the past for their opinions and found that CVPD
has a very good track record with small communities
similar to Milo. City Clerk also shared that at the
suggestion of Councilwoman Hall, Gary Brons of
McClure Engineering had contacted Milo and spoke
her at length regarding the activity to date regarding
the wastewater treatment facility update. Council
directed the City Clerk to invite Gary Brons to a
future council meeting to gain insight to the process.
Council requested that Gary Brons contact Doug
Hembry regarding the best options for the update.
Application for Tax Abatement: Keith Smith 224
South 4th Street, Milo, Iowa - Motion by Graham
to approve Keith Smith’s Application for Tax
Abatement. Second by Hall. Ayes-All. Motion carried.
City Clerk will forward the application to the Warren
County Assessor for review.
City Park siding for buildings - Councilman Ken
Doss - Councilman Doss addressed council
volunteering to provide the labor to install
Reynobond siding on the City Park shelter and
bathroom buildings. The basic size is 62 inches by
6 foot long with a price of $400 per sheet.
Councilman Doss said he would request a plaque
with his name/business on the siding. Discussion
followed with council asking for firm pricing. City
Clerk referred to last year when council wanted to
update the bathrooms at both of the parks with new
lighting and sink and council asked for estimates.
Item tabled to next council meeting.
Milo City Council was called to order by Mayor
Hitsman at 7:00 p.m. Council answering roll call:
Morgan, Doss, Graham, Hall and Miller.
Consent Agenda: Motion by Morgan to approve
April 6, 2015 agenda; March 16, 2015 minutes and
accounts payable for March 17 - April 6, 2015 in the
amount of $29,925.25. Second by Doss. Ayes-All.
Motion carried.
Public
None choosing to speak.
Old Business
Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvements Mayor indicated that the disadvantaged community
application with the DNR is still being reviewed.
City of Milo/Sheriffs 28E Agreement - Mayor
indicated that the county supervisors are locating
the contract and it will be signed as soon as possible.
Review Water/Sewer Rate Amended Ordinance Item tabled. However, Mayor Hitsman shared with
council that according to Warren County Housing
Authority the water/sewer rates for the Manor would
not affect the rent. City Clerk indicated that the
manor is overseen by a board of directors and
suggested the Mayor contact someone from the
board regarding the sewer/rate increase as it relates
to the rent.
Departmental Reports
Doug Hembry — No report.
Water Distribution System and Sanitary Sewer
System GPS/GIS Mapping - Tabled.
Wire Welder bids/purchase - Tabled.
Propositions And Remarks From Mayor/Council Jason Miller arrived and addressed council
regarding the Disadvantaged Community
Application and the need to extend the facility plan
deadline with the DNR. City Clerk referred to Tom
Acton, DNR’s email stating that the DNR had
informed Milo that until the application is
completed there wasn’t a need to file an extension
for the facility plan deadline. Discussion followed.
Council discussed future use of MSA
Professionals and the need to find other avenues for
the wastewater facility update.
Councilwoman Hall shared that several local
business had been nominated for the Warren
County Economic Development (WCEDC)
Excellence in Business Award. The businesses are:
Milo Locker for Best Small Town Business is a town
under 2,000 people; Creative Alignment best new
New Business
A First Reading of Ordinance 576: Ordinance
Amending the Code of Ordinances of the City of
Milo, Iowa, 2009, by amending provisions pertaining
to alcoholic beverages, beer and wine in the City
Park. Motion by Hall to approve Ordinance 576.
Second by Miller. Ayes-All. Motion carried.
Possible waiver of the second and third readings
of Ordinance 576: Ordinance Amending the Code
of Ordinances of the City of Milo, Iowa, 2009, by
amending provisions pertaining to alcoholic
beverages, beer and wine in the City Park. - Motion
by Hall to waive the second and third readings of
Ordinance 576. Second by Doss. Ayes-All. Motion
carried.
Discuss Nichole Moore, Chariton Valley
Planning and Development (CVPD) and other
possibilities. - Mayor Hitsman stated that Nichole
Moore was very informative at the last council
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Milo City Council Minutes
Public Notice
Milo City Hall - Monday, April 6, 2015
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Notice of Intent to Appoint to a
Vacant City Council Seat
and innovative product (assessment tool for
personal and professional development).
Councilwoman Hall inquired if the bum
container would be moved away from the road.
City Clerk indicated that she thought the property
needed some leveling first.
Councilman Graham inquired when the
replacement swing-set would be installed. City
Clerk stated that contact had been made and the
install will be complete within the next few weeks.
City Clerk went on to say that Doug Hembry had
installed the tic-tac-toe board and the
child/handicap accessible swing in the East
playground. It would be good to finalize all of the
updates on the park prior to the 4th of July.
Councilwoman
Miller asked about painting the bandstand and
City Clerk stated that the Milo Lion’s Club had
offered to paint playground equipment last fall. City
Clerk will talk with a Lion’s Club representative.
Councilman Hall asked about the curb/gutter
improvements. City Clerk stated that Cambron
Thacker had been contacted and that they assured
the city that the updates will be completed prior to
the end of the fiscal year (June 31, 2015).
Councilwoman Miller asked about the crumbling
step outside of the Milo Senior Center. Discussion
followed.
City Clerk addressed council regarding hiring
office help to fill in only when the clerk is on
vacation. Councilman Graham suggested the
City Clerk be the one to choose the temporary
person because it would only be a couple weeks
out of the year.
Councilwoman Miller inquired if the City
will need to hire a temporary part-time person
for summer to help Doug Hembry. Discussion
followed with council choosing to let Doug
Hembry determine if he would need another parttime person.
Reference: Iowa Code 372.13(2)(a) - The Milo City
Council hereby gives notice of their intention to
appoint a Milo citizen to a vacated council seat. To
be considered for this vacant seat, the individual
must be eligible to vote, be a United States citizen
and have residency within the city limits of Milo.
Any interested person may present their intentions
at one the next regular city council meetings. The
meetings in June are scheduled for June 8, 2015 or
June 22, 2015, at 7:00 pm in the Milo Public Library,
123 Main Street, Milo, Iowa. Appointment to the
vacant council seat will occur at the June 22, 2015
Milo City Council Meeting.
Please note the person appointed to elective city
offices serves only until the next pending city
election and then the person who is elected at that
time to fill the vacancy serves the rest of the
unexpired term.
The citizens of Milo have the right to petition the
City of Milo for a special election to fill the vacancy.
The petition must be filed with the City Clerk, 100
Main Street, Milo, Iowa no later than June 14, 2015
which is 14 days after the publication of the notice
of intent to appoint.
— By Order of the Milo City Council,
Attest: Misti Kosman, City Clerk
Warren County Fit Club
Summer Boot Camp
Join us July 21st, 23rd, 28th, 30th @ 6 pm & July
25th & August 1st @ 8 am at the Milo Community
Center for some fun, energetic fitness routines. We
will have contests and a special treat on Saturdays!
$5 per class or $25 for preregistration for all six!!
Please contact Kristie Storm at 641-414-4267
kstorm423@gmail.com or Brandy Snodgrass at 641218-0720 or brandylanette@hotmail.com. Also, don’t
forget to like our Facebook page Warren County Fit
Club. Hope to see you there!
Adjourn
Motion by Hall to adjourn at 7:37 p.m. Second by
Graham; Ayes-All. Motion carried.
— By order of the Milo City Council
4th of July Can Donations
THANK YOU all for your can donations at our
trailer at Casey’s. Let’s fill it up one more time before
the 4th. This year’s fireworks are going to be a blast!!!
Milo City-Wide Garage
Sale - Saturday, June 6
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Milo City Council Minutes
Milo City Hall - Tuesday, April 21, 2015
Milo City Council was called to order by Mayor
Hitsman at 7:00 p.m. Council answering roll call:
Doss, Hall and Miller. Morgan and Graham were
absent.
Consent Agenda: Motion by Hall to amend the
agenda to include Milo insurance coverage. Second
by Doss. Ayes-All. Motion carried. Motion by Miller
to approve the April 21, 2015 amended agenda; April
6, 2015 minutes and accounts payable for April 7 –
April 21, 2015 in the amount of $17,024.16. Second
by Hall. Ayes-All. Motion carried.
Nancy Huisman, Hall Engineering - Nancy
Huisman, president of Hall Engineering and her
father addressed council regarding what Hall
Engineering would be available to do for the City of
Milo in regards to the impending wastewater
treatment facility. Hall Engineering is a family
owned and operated business and is focused on
working in small communities and helping to attain
funding for various projects. On staff with Hall
Engineering besides Nancy and her father, are
another engineer, two full time engineering field
technicians and a land surveyor who works part time
and is also a retired county engineer. Huisman stated
that she enjoys writing grants to help smaller
communities implement these types of projects. She
went on to say that she understands that Milo has
been working with a firm to complete the needed
facility plan and that she has read and understands
the permit changes. Currently, Hall Engineering is
working with Cincinnati, Iowa helping to complete
their wastewater treatment facility updates. Huisman
encouraged council to contact the cities referenced
in their statement of qualifications. Huisman gave
background information regarding Hall Engineering
indicating that it was started in 1903 and that her
grandfather had worked for and then purchased the
company from MG Hall upon his death. The
company continued with the same name under new
ownership. Discussion followed regarding wastewater
facility update funding, water/sewer rate study,
adjustment of water/sewer utility rates and the
impact of these items on the City of Milo.
indicated that the county supervisors have approved
the 28E contract and it will be signed as soon as it is
approved.
Review Water/Sewer Rate Amended Ordinance –
Council asked that the item be removed from further
agenda’s until the water/sewer rate study is
completed.
City Park Improvements – Mayor indicated that
the replacement swing-set has been installed in City
Park. The original equipment was damaged in a
storm last year. Doug Hembry informed council that
backfill dirt will be placed around the outside of the
timbers which surround the swing-set which will
provide stability. Councilman Doss asked to table the
siding for the City Park shelter and bathrooms until
he can get a quote. Hembry said that the City Park
bathroom and shelter siding is rough wood fir siding
and some of it needs replacing. The cost to replace
the bathroom siding with fir siding would be
roughly $500 plus paint and the shelter is
approximately $1,600 plus paint. This siding is at
least 20+ years old. Inside the City Park bathrooms
improvements would include for each bathroom: a
counter and single sink, brighter lighting, possibly
small hot water heater. Hembry said that the exterior
doors are ok. Councilman Miller asked stall doors
could replace the current shower curtains. Hembry
said that in his experience, the doors are usually
abused by people hanging on them and are ruined in
a short amount of time. Councilwoman Hall asked
about placing a motion light for the lighting so that
the light wouldn’t be left on all the time. Hembry
said he would look into it. Hembry’s estimate for
City Park bathroom update is $800.00. Updates for
Centennial Park bathroom would be new faucets,
lights and two doors. New steel doors would be
about $1,000 each. Hembry will research using used
doors. Motion by Hall to proceed with the interior
updates of both City Park bathrooms and Centennial
Park bathrooms at Doug Hembry discretion. Second
by Miller. Ayes-All. Motion carried.
Departmental Reports
Doug Hembry
Water Distribution System and Sanitary Sewer
System GPS/GIS Mapping - Tabled.
Wire Welder bids/purchase – Tabled.
Exterior maintenance of fire hydrants – Hembry
indicated that he had received a quote from Bret
Halls for sandblasting and painting the fire hydrants.
The hydrants have been hand painted several times
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Public
None choosing to speak.
Old Business
Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvements –
Mayor indicated that the disadvantaged community
application with the DNR is still being reviewed.
City of Milo / Sheriff’s 28E Agreement – Mayor
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Milo City Hall - Tuesday, April 21, 2015
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payment for the damaged swing-set, Fall 2014 DNR
trees for kids grant, Warren County Tourism Grant,
pending Spring 2015 DNR trees for kids grant and
the library received more income than anticipated.
These items will be reflected in revenue side of the
budget amendment. On the expense side, the city
paid out the various grants and therefore the
budget in these areas will need to be reflect that
expense increase. Also, the city spent unbudgeted
money from the sewer fund in preparing for the
wastewater treatment facility update and it will need
to amend accordingly. The water fund will be
increased with the possibility of water main updates.
Discussion followed.
Set hearing for FY2015 Budget Amendment for
May 18, 2015, 7:00 p.m. at City Hall – Motion by
Hall to set the hearing for FY2015 Budget
Amendment for May 18, 2015, 7:00 p.m. at City
Hall. Second by Miller. Ayes-All. Motion carried.
Building Permit application – 416 Spruce Street,
Milo, Iowa – Motion by Hall to approve the building
permit application for 416 Spruce Street. Second by
Doss. Aye-All. Motion carried.
Building Permit and Tax Abatement application
– 200 Oak Street, Milo, Iowa – Motion by Hall to
approve the building permit application for 200 Oak
Street. Second by Miller. Ayes-All. Motion carried.
Motion by Hall to approve the tax abatement
application for 200 Oak Street. Second by Miller.
Ayes-All. Motion carried.
Review Warren County Sheriff’s Reports for
February 2015 and March 2015 – Council discussed
the reports praising the many building checks within
the City of Milo that the Deputy Sheriffs have
completed.
and layers of paint need to be removed. Hembry said
there are 40 hydrants and the most the pricing
would be is $165 each which is a total of $6,600.00.
This price includes the sandblasting and painting of
each hydrant. Motion by Hall to approve Bret Halls
to sandblast and paint 40 fire hydrants in Milo for
no more than $6,600.00. Second by Miller. Ayes-All.
Motion carried.
Asphalt repair overlay – Hembry indicated that
an asphalt company had called last week and after
looking at some of the areas of concern would like to
pursue getting an estimate to repair some of the
rougher areas. Hembry indicated that the City has
funds earmarked for this improvement. Hembry said
that he will obtain estimates and bring back to
council for review.
Hembry also shared with council that the new city
truck is here and the flatbed has been delivered.
Hembry also indicated that for the budget
amendment, he is planning on two water main
extensions. The estimate for this is about $5,000.
Councilwoman Hall inquired of Doug Hembry if
he would be needing any additional part-time help
this summer. Hembry replied not at this time but
will let council know if the need arises. Discussion
followed.
New Business
Milo Insurance Coverage – Mayor Hitsman read
a letter to ICAP insurance from the City of Milo
indicating that the City will be looking at other
insurance companies. Motion by Hall to approve
sending this letter. Second by Doss. Ayes-All.
Motion carried.
Approve Treasurer’s Report for March 2015 –
Motion by Hall to approve March 2015 Treasurer’s
Report. Second by Miller. Ayes-All. Motion carried.
MidAmerican Energy $500 Grant – Motion by
Miller to approve the MidAmerican Energy $500
Grant be awarded to the Milo Lions Club to further
the biking/walking trail. The Lion’s Club will be
helping paint the band shelter and possibly
playground equipment at City Park. Second by Hall.
Ayes-All. Motion carried.
Approve $150.00 for purchase of City Park
annual flowers – Motion by Hall to approve $150.00
for City Park annual flowers. Second by Miller. AyesAll. Motion carried.
Discuss FY2015 Budget Amendment – City Clerk
addressed council regarding the budget amendment
indicating that the City received an insurance
Propositions And Remarks From Mayor/Council
Mayor Hitsman asked the City Clerk to put
information in the Newsletter regarding the leash
ordinance.
Councilwoman Hall shared that the Milo Locker
won the Best Small Business in Warren County in a
town of population under 3,000 people. Hall went
on to say that she has submitted an article and
picture to the newsletter.
Councilwoman Hall informed Council that the
Spring 2015 DNR Trees For Kids tree planting day is
Saturday, May 9, 2015 at 8:00 a.m. In addition to
planting the trees the City will receive 200 bare root
seedling trees (18” – 24”) which will be given to local
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Milo City Council Minutes
4th of July Volunteers Needed
Milo City Hall - Tuesday, April 21, 2015
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While we are thankful for those who have
tepped forward to get involved with our celebration
we still NEED AT LEAST 12 MORE VOLUNTEERS
who can give 1-2 HOURS of their time on Saturday
the 4th of July.
We need assistance from directing traffic for kiddie
parade, to coordination of a kids game, help with set
up and tear down of awnings, assistance with
information booth, and so many things that come
up unexpectedly.
We could also use a person or a couple of people
willing to be the go to person for the Food Stand. All
of the ordering, etc. will be done, we just need a
volunteer to check in with the groups at the start of
their shifts.
PLEASE consider getting involved and helping us
pull off another successful celebration this year!
Many hands make light work. THANK YOU!!!
Contact Erica Wadle, 515-988-9577, to volunteer.
residents. Hall asked if there was problem with
citizen’s planting trees between the sidewalk and
road. Discussion followed and it is fine to plant
there; however, it is the homeowner’s responsibility
to maintain the tree to city ordinance specifications.
Councilwoman Hall also asked that if nothing
scheduled for the city signs that Doug Hembry put
the website information on it. Hall went on to say
that she would like to have something on the signs
at all times. Hall requested that the tree planting day
information be on the sign next week. The policy
has been that the sign is only for community nonprofit promotions and school items. Discussion
followed regarding the possibility of purchasing an
electronic sign. No action taken.
Adjourn: Motion by Doss to adjourn at 8:27 p.m.
Second by Miller. Ayes-All. Motion carried.
— By order of the Milo City Council
4th of July Donations Needed
The Milo 4th of July Board is in need of contributions to cover the cost of our celebration. Our biggest expense
is our fireworks show. The fireworks themselves costing $5,000 annually. Without the time donated by the
Coffman family and the Milo Fire Department, a town our size could not afford the type of show they put on.
We receive close to a $1,000 in donations on the day of the 4th, but that does not cover our costs. The generous
support of local businesses and the sales from our raffle and food stand help fill in some of the additional costs.
But we lose money each year or at best break even. Just like everyone else, in this difficult economic time, we are
trying to reduce our costs and spend only what is necessary.
Please consider making a donation at this time to the Milo 4th of July. Write a check, take it off your taxes and
help us continue to build a great 4th of July Celebration.
★
COUNT ON OUR SUPPORT
We would like to contribute to the cost of the 4th of July celebration.
Yes, we would like to contribute to the Milo 4th of July. Amount Enclosed: $_________
Red $25
White $50
Blue $100
Name: _____________________________________________________
Address: ___________________________________________________
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Firecracker $250
Please make your checks payable to:
Milo 4th of July Board
P.O. Box 122
Milo, IA 50166
City: _________________________ St: _______ Zip: ______________
Donations may also be dropped
off at Milo City Hall.
Phone: ____________________________________________________
The Milo 4th of July Board is a
non-profit, tax-exempt organization.
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4th of July Car Show
Emergency Food & Shelter Program
Funds Available
Attention SHOW N SHINE
enthusiasts! We will be having
a CAR SHOW this year on the
4th of July. Preregistration is
only $10. Line up with be at the corner of 3rd and
Spruce by the Methodist church immediately
following the parade. Judging at 1:30, awards at 3:30,
plus raffle drawings! Contact Erica Wadle for more
details 515-988-9577. Registration day of is $15.
Warren county has been awarded federal funds
made available through the Department of
Homeland Security (DHS)/Federal Emergency
Management Agency under the Emergency Food and
Sheler National Board Program.
Warren County has been chosen to receive $7568
to supplement emergency food and shelter programs
in the county.
A local board will determine how the funds
awarded to Warren County are to be distributed
among the emergency food and shelter programs run
by local service agencies in the area. The Local Board
is responsible for recommending agencies to receive
these funds and any additional funds made available
under this phase of the program.
Under the terms of the grant from the National
Board, local agencies chosen to receive funds must:
1) be private voluntary non-profits or units of
government, 2) be eligible to receive Federal Funds
(need a Dun & Bradstreet Number (DUNs), 3) have
an accounting system, 4) practice nondiscrimination, 5) have demonstrated the capability
to deliver emergency food and/or shelter programs
and 6) if they are a private voluntary organization,
have a voluntary board. Qualified agencies are urged
to apply.
Public or Private voluntary agencies interested in
applying for Emergency Food and Shelter Program
funds must contact Joanna Crane, 515-961-2543 for
an application. Applications should be submitted to
RRACAP, 1009 S. Jefferson, Ste. 1, Indianola, IA,
50125. The deadline for applications to be received is
May 29th, 2015, by 4:00 P.M.
Milo will host “Soup with the Sup”
Crystal McIntyre
As part of her outreach to each community she
serves, Milo is the fourth to host “Soup with the
Sup” with Warren County’s second woman
Supervisor, Crystal McIntyre at Milo City Hall from
11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, June 27, 2015.
Crystal who was elected last November and sworn
in to office in January would like the public to have
input at the County level.
She makes homemade soup with crackers and this
month’s menu is a family favorite of chicken served
over rice. As a mom, this is the one most requested
when her kids are not at their best!
The meetings are always open to the public and all
are invited to attend to give voice to their concerns
with roads and budget items. She is going to have a
copy of the five year engineer’s plan for those
attending and upcoming events for your area as well
as some budgetary goals the Board of Supervisors has
for the County. Please come ready to share!
Saturday, June 27, 2015 from 11am to 1pm at Milo
City Hall, 100 Main Street, Milo, Iowa.
Kiddie Parade
Milo 4th of July Essay Contest
We are going to try something
new this year with the kiddie
parade. Instead of the kiddie
parade being the night before,
the KIDDIE PARADE will be
SAT JULY 4th BEFORE the
main parade. The kiddie parade will be AT
10:00am starting at the Methodist church and
going around the city park. Winners will be
announced on the main stage along with the main
parade winners. Registration starts at 9:30am in the
Methodist church parking lot.
“Why I love Milo’s 4th of July Celebration”
The Milo 4th of July Committee is offering an
essay contest to 7th grade – 12th grade students. The
student must write a one page essay explaining why
they love Milo’s 4th of July Celebration.
Participants must submit the essay to City Hall,
100 Main Street, Milo, IA 50166 no later than
3:00 p.m. on June 26, 2015. The winner will
be announced at the 2015 Milo 4th of July
Celebration and will receive a $100 VISA gift card.
Good luck everyone!
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Library News
The Hanson Family Jugglers
Perform at Milo Public Library
Summer Reading Program will begin on
Thursday, June 4th. We will meet 9 a.m.-11a.m.
every Thursday morning in June. The theme this
year is Every Hero Has A Story. Our first program will
feature The Hansen Family. This family puts on a
juggling and unicycle act. I have heard that they are
really wonderful. Anyone in the community is
welcome to come and enjoy. The Hansen Family will
perform starting at 10 a.m. on June 4th. We will also
have several hero topics. We will talk about
community heroes, heroes in history, and of course
some super heroes. If you can, please call and register
your child for summer program. Not required, but
helps me with purchasing craft supplies and
incentive prizes.
It has come to my attention that free audio book
downloads are being offered this summer through
SYNC. These audiobooks are Young Adult titles. Each
week there will be a new current audio book paired
with a classic audio book. Week 2 selection example
is “Dodger” By Pratchett paired with “Great
Expectations” By Dickens. This is a 14 week program
being offered this summer. The website to download
books is www.audiobooksync.com. You must have
the Overdrive App downloaded on your device to be
able to download these books. This is a free app and
if you have used WILBOR you already have this app
downloaded to your device. If you have any
questions about this please feel free to contact me at
the library. I would be glad to get you started.
I realize that summer is a super busy time for many
of us. This being said, please take time to sit down
and read with your child or have your older child get
involved in a book for the summer. There is a book
out there for everyone. Sometimes it just takes
someone to help you find the right book. That is
part of my job. Please stop in and I will do
everything I can to help you or your child find the
right book for you. Reading is so important in our
lives. Don’t let it go by the wayside for the summer.
The Milo Public Library is excited to present the
Hanson Family from Kanawha, Iowa, to perform
their 2015 Summer Reading Program show on
Thursday, June 4, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. The free library
show will be held at the Milo Community Center.
Mark Hanson, a two-time Guinness World Record
holder for speed juggling, and his national unicycle
champion daughter, Christa, are bringing their
talents to the Milo Milo Community Center. Bring
your kids to hear inspiring hero stories and watch
the Hanson family perform amazing juggling and
unicycle tricks.
The Hanson family are touring libraries in Iowa,
Illinois, and Minnesota this summer adding a
gravity defying touch to many library summer
reading programs.
After the 45 minute show all audience members
will be invited to learn how to juggle with Mark
Hanson as their teacher. Everyone will also be
invited to play with fun skill toys, like plastic
spinning plates, paper balance cones, and Hippie
Sticks. What’s a Hippie Stick? You’ll have to come to
the library to find out.
“The kids thought the show was tremendous. They
especially liked the part where they got to try some of the
tricks themselves...I would recommend it for anyone.” –
Pat Suntken, Meservey Public Library
“The kids loved it...Two-year-olds and fifteen-year-olds
were laughing...You are the coolest people to have been in
our library!” – Laney Mitchell, Wesley Public Library
The Hanson Family have been performing library,
school and stage shows for many years. Please visit
the Hanson Family website at
www.HansonShows.com for more information.
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landline, or wireless phone, text messaging, email,
TDD/TTY, and social media. Go to
http://entry.inspironlogistics.com/warren_ia/wens.cf
m to sign up today!
Food Pantry
Grace Evangelical Free Church Food Pantry (Old
Mercy Clinic) at 108 N. Jefferson Way, Indianola. For
information call 515-962-9099.
Food stuffs available for under-privileged
individuals and families. The Food Pantry is open
the 2nd Monday of every month from 5:30-7:00 PM.
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Warren County Nutrition Program
If you are 60+ and
are in need of a home
delivered meal please
contact the Lacona
Meal Site at 614-5343401 or Vicki White
at 515-961-1003.
The suggested
contribution is $3.50
for any one over the
age of 60. Anyone
under 60 the cost of
the meal is $7.68 per
meal. You are always
welcome to attend
the Lacona meal site
or any other site in
Warren County.
Vacation Bible School Sign-up Party
4th of July Raffle Prizes
Milo Christian Union Church will be having
a Wiener Roast, games and Vacation Bible
School Registration on Wednesday, June 24, 6:30 8:00 PM for children, grades K - 6th. Everyone is
invited!! Milo Christian Union Church is located at
112 N. 3rd Street, Milo, (641) 942-7712.
Double porch glider
XL griddle
Pop cake maker
Tiki torches
Solar welcome sign
Hammock with stand
3pc luggage set
Paper shredder
Oscillating heater
Outdoor extension cord
King chair
23 pc tool set
Cordless drill
Patio bottle torches
Keurig coffee maker
Fire pit
Outdoor drink holders
Portable grill
Lounge pool raft
Kids Razor trike scooter
Bissell vacuum cleaner
(More items to come.)
Newsletter Submissions
Please contact Patty Harrington, 641-942-6232,
or Misti Kosman at the Milo City Hall, 641-942-6241,
to submit items for the newsletter.
Items can also be emailed directly to Patty at
milonews@iowatelecom.net. Submissions to the
Milo Newsletter are due by the 20th of the preceding
month. If your submission is lengthy or if it is more
convenient, there is also a newsletter drop-box next
to the front door at the Harrington residence.
Questions regarding new advertising should be
directed to Sonny Weeks, 641-942-6247, or Misti
Kosman at the Milo City Hall. Changes by current
advertisers can be submitted to Patty Harrington.
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If you or your business would like to contribute an
item for our raffle, please call or text Erica Wadle for
details 515-988-9577.
June Council Meetings Moved
Lions Club News
June council meetings will be held at 7:00 p.m. in
the Milo Public Library on Monday, June 8, 2015
and Monday, June 22, 2015. Council meetings will
resume to the normal 1st and 3rd Monday of each
month starting in July.
The Southeast Warren Class of 2015 is, in a word,
extraordinary. It is one of the smaller classes in
recent years, but, what they lack in quantity, they
more than make up for in quality. It is one of those
years when we might wish that we had more than
one scholarship to give. We could easily have chosen
three or four. It is a particular honor to the 2015
Milo Lions Scholarship recipient that he was chosen
from such elite company. We congratulate Gabriel
Henderson, son of James and Kelly Henderson. We
understand Gabe plans to study the complimentary
fields of Supply Chain and Operations Management
as well as Information Systems. We wish Gabe, and
all our other applicants, well. You will perhaps never
know how much we admire and respect you. If you
learn to do what you love, your labor will seldom be
merely a job.
Be advised that we have retired our bingo
benches/tables, though we aren’t giving up bingo.
I’m not sure just how we’ll be set up for the Fourth
of July. Here’s a thought. Why don’t you come and
find out? We also hope to have our bounce house(s)
out too. Keep a good thought for fair weather.
Thank-you for all our eager help planting trees
Saturday May 30th.
By virtue of a grant, the City of Milo has arranged
for your Milo Lions Club to paint the stage building
in the City Park. Thanks go to the City of Milo for
thinking of us.
Please keep your eyes open for signs promoting our
Saturday work days for the pedestrian/bike trail.
Thank-you!
Southeast Warren FFA Plant Sale
Dates: May 15th-June 15th
Times: Mon-Fri 3pm-5pm Sat &
Sun 8am-Noon
Plants: Annuals, Perennials,
Peppers, Tomatoes,
Cantaloupe, Butternut
Squash, Hanging Baskets
& More
Money goes directly to the FFA Chapter to pay for
competitions, conventions, leadership workshops,
and more.
— Chelsea Arensdorf, FFA Advisor
A Personal Word
Most folks believe that Lynnea Young has taught
Vocal Music at Southeast Warren…well…forever. If
our Governor and our Legislature can’t get their acts
together, Nea will be responsible for both Band and
Vocal Music this fall. Both are full time jobs. She
may soon daydream about returning her burdens to
her predecessor, the esteemed Paul Lundberg. It’s
really Paul I wanted to mention. He’s made quite a
career of Barbershop singing since leaving SEW. But
more, he’s shared that musical journey with several
young men, and OK, some not nearly so young men,
in the community. Three of my sons have benefitted
from Barbershop thanks to Paul. Sean is the latest,
and, as he somewhat inelegantly puts it, “I’ve
learned a crapload about music.” A bunch of people
go through their Southeast Warren lives doing kind,
interesting, and/or extraordinary things. We take
much of that good for granted. We shouldn’t.
Thanks Paul, and thanks to so many more of you.
— Alan S. Gardner, Past President-Milo Lions Club
4th of July Water Fights
What better way
to cool off on a hot
summer day than to
be in the water
fights on the 4th!?
Out local fire dept
has agreed to set up
as long as we get a
min of 8 teams
PREREGISTERED to
participate! Free of charge to enter. Come on and
take aim!! Call or text Erica Wadle for details 515988-9577.
— Alan S. Gardner
Visit us on the web at:
www.cityofmilo.com
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4th of July King & Queen
Prince & Princess Contest
Veterans In Parade
Any veteran that wants to
ride in the parade, the American
Legion will provide a trailer
with chairs to sit on. Meet at
the Co-op on July 4 at 10:30 am
if anyone has questions, please
call Jerry Beck at 515-249-0430.
2015 King & Queen Contest and Prince & Princess
Contest for our 4th of July celebration!!! Contest
runs May 1 - June 19, 2015.
King/Queen Contestant Rules:
• must be in jr/sr high school
• must be a resident of warren county
• must sell raffle tickets for the main raffle
$1.00 each
Milo 4th of July Coloring Contest
Winners will receive but not limited to:
(King) - Crown, scepter, & medallion
(Queen) - Tiara, sash, & corsage
Children Preschool - 6th Grade
The Milo 4th of July Committee is
offering a coloring contest for children
preschool through 6th grade. Prizes will
be awarded to one child per grade level.
Find your coloring page online at
cityofmilo.com or stop by City Hall for
a copy! Please submit the finished picture no later
than 3:00 p.m. on June 26, 2015 to City Hall, 100
Main Street, Milo IA 50166. The winners will be
announced at the 2015 Milo 4th of July Celebration!
Good luck and have fun coloring!
Both will receive $50.00 visa gift card, be presented
in a convertible in the parade, & photo submitted to
local media.
Prince/Princess Contestant Rules
• must be in 4th - 6th grade at SEW intermediate
school
• must sell raffle tickets for two tickets to Shania
Twain concert and or tickets for a patriotic bags set.
• Shania Twain raffle tickets - $10 each (one raffle
ticket is a chance to win the 2 concert tickets)
• patriotic bags set raffle tickets are $1.00 each
Winners will receive but not limited to:
Prince - crown, scepter, medallion
Princess - tiara, sash, corsage
GARBAGE
ROUTE DRIVER
Both will receive $25.00 visa gift card, be presented
in a convertible in the parade, & photo submitted to
local media.
Family owned sanitation company is
looking for a garbage route driver.
Queen Candidates
Samantha Kosman
Cassidy Barr
Gwen Williams
This position will be responsible for
mechanically and manually collecting solid
waste and transporting it to appropriate
disposal site. Experience is not necessary.
King candidates
TJ Dierking
Kole Manser
Trenton Mein
Dalton Weeks
Grant Minton
Must have a Class B CDL and current DOT
physical. Flexible scheduling with 30-40 hours
per week. Must be able to work in a fast
paced environment, able to work outdoors in
all types of weather and able to lift up to 75
pounds.
Princess Candidates:
Ali Wadle
Samantha Benesh
Dailynn Phinney
Alivia Ruble
Application available upon response request.
Call 515-962-2014
or email info@trmdisposal.com
Prince Candidates
Dominic Wadle
Jack Williams
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Milo 4th of July Information
Wine Down to Milo
Please submit all inquiries to our email address
milofourthjuly@gmail.com or contact Erica Wadle at
515-988-9577.
I want to commend the 4th of July Committee for
the wonderful job they did at planning the Wine
Down to Milo fundraiser! What a great idea! I had
such a fun relaxing time visiting with people I
hadn’t seen for some time. I know it was a lot of
work and organizing. You did an amazing job!!! It
was good knowing the money goes to the July 4th
celebration… It made me very proud of my
hometown!!!! Thank you.
Youth Summer Dance & Baton Classes
Indianola Dance Academy is offering Summer
Sessions from June 22 thru July 27 with a Parent
Reception week of August 3rd. Cost per student: $75
per class (cost includes ‘14-‘15 shirt). $200 unlimited
summer sessions. Summer classes are only for
students over age 3. Classes are held on Monday,
Tuesday and Thursday evenings and run from June
22 to July 27.
Monday - Pink Studio
6:00-6:30
Beginner
6:30-7:00
Beginner
7:00-7:30
Beginner
7:30-8:00
Beginner
- Polly (Wright) Glascock, Indianola
City of Milo - Yard of the Month
The City of Milo would like to recognize those
who take pride in their yards! Vote on your favorite
yard by filling out the information below and drop
off at the City Hall by the 2nd Friday of the month.
One winner will receive the “Yard of the Month”
sign to display in their yard for the entire month.
This is a people’s choice award so a resident may win
more than once and consecutively. The yard with
the most votes wins!
Tap
Ballet
Baton
Hip-Hop
Tuesday - Studio A (Ages 8+)
6:00-6:30
Solo Class (baton)
6:30-7:00
Marching (baton)
7:00-7:30
Two Baton
7:30-8:00
Pom
Name and address of yard owner:
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Tuesday - Pink Studio (Ages under 8)
6:00-6:30
Solo Class (baton)
6:30-7:00
Marching (baton)
7:00-7:30
Pom
7:30-8:00
Boys Hip Hop (All ages)
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Thursday - Studio A
6:00-6:30
Leaps
6:30-7:00
Tricks
7:00-7:30
Turns
Why should it be awarded “Yard of the Month”?
Competition classes are offered by invitation only
to current dance students. If your child is interested
in competition, please contact IDA.
Indianola Dance Academy (IDA) is located at 207
West Salem Ave, Indianola. For more information
contact us at 515-783-9673 or email Indianola Dance
Academy at indianoladanceacademy@hotmail.com
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Additional Comments:
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2015 Milo’s 4th of July Theme
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Let Freedom Ring!
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