November 2012 - Greater Burlington Partnership

November 2012
Vol. 92 No. 11
The Experience
A Newsletter for the Greater Burlington Partnership
Chamber Reaches
Milestone p2
Area Manufacturers
Recognized p8
View The Experience at www.greaterburlington.com
Chamber Reaches Milestone
Since 1920, the Chamber of Commerce has been supported by area businesses that believe in the mission, and
value the benefits of their membership. Historically, membership has been stable, even through the economic
down time, but most recently the Chamber of Commerce has reached a milestone. In late September, it was
announced that more than 700 members have committed to the future of Greater Burlington.
610 North 4th Street, Suite 200
Burlington, Iowa USA 52601
Phone: 319-752-6365
FAX: 319-752-6454
E-mail: info@greaterburlington.com
Website: www.greaterburlington.com
“It is really exciting to see the membership top 700,” said Kay Sackville Breuer, Vice President. “With the
support of more than 700 members, we can continue to offer valuable programs and services. In addition,
when we communicate with elected officials, community partners and members, they realize the impact of 700
businesses in Greater Burlington as they work together.”
Volume 92 No. 11
News
Breakfast & Politics
Page 4
Member Meeting
Page 5
Let Your Voice Be Heard
Page 5
Holiday Shop Hop
Page 6
Downtown for the Holidays
Page 6
Member of the Month
Page 7
Manufacturers Recognized
Page 8
Partnership Seeks Nominations
Page 9
Business Successes & New
Members
Page 10 & 11
Calendar of Events
Page 12
Member Information
Page 13
Upcoming Partnership Events
Page 14
Partnership Calendar
Page 15
YP Membership Drive
Page 16
Just A Thought
Page 4
Chamber of Commerce Members
Burlington = 473
West Burlington = 132
Mediapolis/Sperry = 19
Danville/Middletown = 8
Ed Minard
319-750-2873
edminardphotography.com
EdMinardPhotography@gmail.com
SUBSCRIPTIONS: Price is $24, which is
included in annual events fees. Non-members:
$3 per issue. Periodicals postage paid at
Burlington, Iowa. POSTMASTER: The Experience
is published monthly by the Greater Burlington
Partnership. POSTMASTER send address changes
to The Experience (USPS 001-692), 610 North
Fourth Street, Suite 200, Burlington, Iowa 52601
Henry County = 14
Lee County = 14
Louisa County = 10
Other Iowa = 21
Kay Sackville Breuer
Jason Hutcheson
kbreuer@greaterburlington.com
jhutcheson@greaterburlington.com
Illinois = 17
Missouri = 4
Other = 3
Sheila Newman
President & CEO
319-208-0043
Existing Business and Workforce
Specialist 319-208-0048
Belinda Colwell
Sherri Krause
Beth Nickel
bcolwell@greaterburlington.com
skrause@greaterburlington.com
bnickel@greaterburlington.com
Vice President
319-208-0041
Administrative Assistant
319-208-0042
Front Cover Photo:
page 2
In recent history, membership in the Chamber of Commerce has held steady in the 500 to 600 member
range; that in itself was a great accomplishment for an area our size. To reach more than 700 members is a
huge success. “Board members continue to support the professional staff in their efforts to recruit and retain
members, giving insight, direction and volunteering in those efforts. It is a team approach that makes this
organization grow,” said Breuer.
Finance Manager
319-208-0044
Steve Frevert
Becky Kuster
sfrevert@greaterburlington.com
bkuster@greaterburlington.com
snewman@greaterburlington.com
Convention & Visitors Bureau
Exec. Dir. 319-208-0045
Melissa Schwenker
CVB Asst. & Welcome Center
Coordinator 319-208-0052
Membership Director
319-208-0046
Rob Harrington
Brenda Levitt
Brenda Wischmeier
rharrington@greaterburlington.com
blevitt@greaterburlington.com
bwischmeier@greaterburlington.com
Downtown Partners, Inc.
Exec. Dir. 319-208-0056
Economic Development
Dir. 319-208-0053
Econ. Development & Govt.
Affairs Coord. 319-208-0047
mschwenker@greaterburlington.com
Director of Marketing
319-208-0040
RiverPark Place • 610 North 4th Street, Suite 200 • Burlington, Iowa 52601 • 319-752-6365
This Holiday Season Spread the Cheer, Shop Local
Once you have made your list and checked it twice, save yourself some
time and money by shopping in Des Moines County. Your friends and
neighbors will appreciate it, too.
Why Shop Des Moines County? It protects the local character and
community well-being, while keeping dollars in the local economy. Your
dollars spent locally have three times the impact on your community as
dollars spent outside of Des Moines County. When shopping locally,
you simultaneously create jobs, fund more city services through sales
tax, invest in neighborhood improvement and promote community
development.
And don’t forget, if you are stuck on that last person and don’t have
any idea of what they would want, Chamber Bucks is an easy solution!
Chamber Bucks are a gift certificate that can be used at any Chamber
member for goods and services. Your gift will let your loved one do all
kinds of things: go out to eat, get that new TV they have been wanting
or maybe relax with a massage. The possibilities are endless, and your
dollars stay local.
Chamber Bucks can be purchased at the Greater Burlington Partnership
by stopping in, calling 319-752-6365 or emailing Sherri Krause, Finance
Manager, at skrause@greaterburlington.com.
Greater Burlington Secures Two 2014 Conferences
The Greater Burlington community will host two additional
conferences in 2014. The Optimist District Conference will be July
31 – August 3, 2014. This conference will attract 100 – 125 attendees to
the community. The last time Burlington hosted the conference was in
1999. Dennis McGregor and the local Optimist Club served as the local
“Connectors” to help attract this event to the community.
The second conference that Burlington community will host in 2014 is
the Red Hat Society Convention. This event will attract approximately
150 people to the community for three days in late September 2014.
Tours and special activities are being arranged for this group during
their stay in the community. Mary Fox of Red Hot Flashes Of
Burlington a local Red Hat chapter, served as the local “Connector” to
help attract this convention to the community.
If you attend a meeting, conference, or convention, please ask your
organization to consider hosting it in Greater Burlington. To learn
more about how to bring your meeting to Greater Burlington, contact
Beth Nickel, Director of Convention & Visitors Bureau, at
bnickel@greaterburlington.com or 319-208-0045.
info@greaterburlington.com • www.greaterburlington.com
page
3
Just a
Thought
Elections Matter
The Greater Burlington Partnership is a non-partisan
organization. Non-partisan does not mean disengaged.
On the contrary, our Chamber of Commerce division has
an aggressive government affairs/advocacy effort. On
an annual basis, a policy agenda is drafted and approved,
advocacy trips to Des Moines and Washington D.C.
are planned, and behind-the-scenes efforts to influence
specific legislation takes place. At the local level, the
efforts are even more intense.
The Government Affairs committee, currently chaired
by Matt Shinn, is in the final stages of drafting its ‘2013
Agenda for Economic Prosperity,’ which will outline
the policy priorities for the organization into the next
year. Although it is fairly comprehensive, its planks cross
political boundaries. Our interests are aligned first and
foremost with the needs of the business community.
Additionally, the policy statements are balanced with the
unique needs of the Greater Burlington area. Although
many of our efforts lead with a positive tone, we have
been at odds with both Republicans and Democrats at
times.
For instance, our position regarding increased
transportation infrastructure revenue places us directly at
odds with the Iowa House Republican Caucus. Several
years ago, our vigorous defense of Iowa’s Right to Work
status made us unpopular with many Democrats in both
chambers.
Regardless of the differences of opinion, the Partnership’s
job is to provide leadership on issues, recommend specific
policy changes and provide input on the consequences
of various administrative rules. Although sometimes
overlooked, many of the Partnership’s policy positions
have strong support from both parties. The goal is to
work with all elected officials to make significant change
when appropriate and incremental change is possible.
Our leadership tends to be one of consensus rather than
division.
When I look at politics at the national level, I am
thoroughly disappointed. Substantive debate has
been replaced by sound bites, and leadership has been
abandoned for hits below the belt.
In a recent survey, 66% of our membership believes that
the federal government is more partisan than five years
ago.
As a Chamber of Commerce executive, I have found the
class warfare particularly disturbing. Success has been
vilified. Employees have been encouraged to adopt an ‘us
versus them’ mentality toward employers. Although both
parties are attempting to lay claim to small businesses,
the rules, regulations, and red tape being implemented
each day by bureaucrats in Washington are complicating
growth.
Shouldn’t we be proud of success instead of demonizing
it? Yes, luxury has replaced charity for some in the top
tax bracket. We also know that corporations have made
serious mistakes, and some public outcry is warranted.
Let’s have a discussion about these things, however,
without name calling, vicious attacks or ideological purity.
Although class warfare can win close elections, it will
never be in the long-term interests of the country to
demonize hard work and punish success.
Elections have consequences.
I urge you to spend some time over the next few days to
study the issues and the candidates. Then vote for the
candidate of your choice on the 6th. Regardless of the
outcome, we will each need to set aside our differences to
solve some critical issues. The future of our state and our
nation depends on it.
Jason Hutcheson, President & CEO
Greater Burlington Partnership
It’s Time for
Breakfast &
Politics
December’s Eggs & Issues
breakfast will kick off the 2013
legislative breakfast forum
series. Local state legislators
will address questions on the
upcoming legislative session.
As a benefit of membership
all Chamber of Commerce
members are invited on
December 8 to the Winegard
Board Room at the Greater
Burlington Partnership.
Breakfast will be served at
7:15 am for $5. The legislative
forum will begin at 7:30 am.
Special thanks to Catfish Bend
Casino for sponsoring this
event.
The Partnership encourages
members to mark your
calendars for the 2013 Eggs &
Issues breakfast dates: January
19, February 16, March 16 and
April 20.
RSVP Brenda Levitt, Econ.
Development & Govt. Affairs
Coordinator, at blevitt@
greaterburlington.com or
319-208-0047.
Sales Sheets
Newsletters
Booklets
Brochures
Labels
Cartons
Packaging
and More!
Stop in, call us, or visit us online
for your next printing project.
Joe Farrier - VP Sales
Steve Curry - Sales Representative
Jim Gilbertson - Sales Representative
Kristen Logan - Customer Service
Tammy Newberry - Customer Service
2811 Mt. Pleasant Street, Burlington
(319) 754-5359
www.doranandward.com
page 4
RiverPark Place • 610 North 4th Street, Suite 200 • Burlington, Iowa 52601 • 319-752-6365
Great River Region Events
Member Meeting
The Greater Burlington Partnership is preparing for Great
River Region Days at the State Capitol and in Washington, D.C.
Chamber of Commerce members are encouraged to attend.
All Chamber of Commerce members and their employees are invited
to attend. Member Meetings are an open forum for all stakeholders to
learn about what is new at the Greater Burlington Partnership and in the
Greater Burlington Area. The forum offers an opportunity for members
to ask questions of staff and volunteers.
If you would like to join the cause and call on newly-elected
leadership, mark your calendars for January 29 - 30, 2013 for the
lobbying trip to Des Moines and April 15-16, 2013 for the D.C.
Summit.
Hotel reservations can be made in Des Moines at the Embassy
Suites on the River, 515-244-1700 and in D.C., the group will
be staying at The Hotel George, 800-5467866; mention “Great
River Region Days” for room block rates when reserving your
rooms.
If you would like to attend or are interested and would like more
information, contact Brenda Levitt, Economic Development &
Government Affairs Coordinator, at
blevitt@greaterburlington.com or 319-208-0047.
November’s Topic:
Buy Local & Career Exploration
November 28, 7:30 am
Greater Burlington Partnership
Johnson Conference Room
Upcoming Member Meeting dates are January 28 & February 27.
RSVP to Melissa Schwenker, Membership Director, at
mschwenker@greaterburlington.com or 319-208-0046.
Let Your Voice Be Heard
Get out and vote in the November 6, 2012 General Election.
Your vote in the election is very important to you and your
business! For information on your polling location, sample
ballots, or to request an absentee ballot by mail, visit the Des
Moines County website at www.co.des-moines.ia.us. The last
day to request an absentee ballot by mail is November 2. You
may also vote by absentee ballot at the Des Moines County
Court House November 3 -5. Polls will be open on November 6
from 7 am to 9 pm.
The Government Affairs Committee hosted the Des Moines
County Supervisor candidates on October 24. The forum will be
rebroadcast Friday, November 2 at 2 pm on Channel 81 and can
be viewed on the City of West Burlington’s website,
www.westburlington.org.
The State Legislator Forum was held on October 30 and will be
rebroadcast Monday, November 5 at 2 pm on channel 18. Thank
you to forum sponsor Reif Oil Company.
Candidates running for Des Moines County Board of
Supervisors are Bob Beck(D- Incumbent), Darwin Bunger(R),
Jim Cary(D), and James Seaberg(R). State Representative
Candidates in District 87 are Dan Cahill(I), Dennis Cohoon(D
- Incumbent), and Andrew Wilson(R). State Representative
Candidates in District 88 are Tom Sands(R - Incumbent), and
Sara Sedlacek(D). State Senator Candidates in District 44 are
Bradley Bourn(R) and Thomas Courtney(D - Incumbent).
Does your
business
need a
better fix?
We can help.
866-722-4692
www.scciowa.edu
info@greaterburlington.com • www.greaterburlington.com
page
5
Holiday Shop Hop
urs for Holidays
Downtown Merchants Extend Thursday Ho
Holiday Open House
Sunday, November 11
and a little more
To make holiday shopping a little easier
nding their hours.
fun, many downtown merchants are exte
il 8 pm every
Beginning November 15, you can shop unt
g businesses. The Art
Thursday until Christmas at participatin
gift wrapping, along
Center at 301 Jefferson will be offering free
nts shop. If you’re
with free art classes for kids while the pare
w at the Capitol, a
coming downtown on a Thursday for a sho
sure to check out the
dinner out, or a visit to Santa’s cottage, be
shopping, too.
Lighted Holiday Parade
Saturday, November 24, 5 PM
Grand Marshal Sponsor:
Two Rivers Bank & Trust
Living Windows
Thursday, December 6, 6 - 8 pm
Presenting Sponsor:
Santa Cottage is
open after parade
Sponsored by:
For the latest on downtown holiday events, “Like” Downtown Burlington, Iowa on Facebook!
UNITED STATES POSTAL SERVICE STATEMENT OF OWNERSHIP,
MANAGEMENT AND CIRCULATION
(Required by 39 U.S.C. 3685)
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
Publication Title: The Experience Newsletter
Publication Number: 0000-1692
Filling Date: 10-01-12
Issue Frequency: Monthly
Number of Issues Published Annually : 12
Annual Subscription Price: $48
Complete Mailing Address of Known Office of Publication: 610 North Fourth Street, Suite 200, Burlington
IA 52601 (Des Moines County); Contact Person: Brenda Wischmeier, Telephone (319) 752-6365
8. Complete Mailing Address of Headquarters or General Business Office of Publisher: Greater Burlington
Partnership, 610 North Fourth Street, Suite 200, Burlington IA 52601
9. Full Name and Complete Mailing Addresses of Publisher, Editor, and Managing Editor: Publisher: Greater
Burlington Partnership, 610 North Fourth Street, Suite 200, Burlington IA 52601 Editor: Same Managing
Editor: None
10. Owner (If the publication is published by a nonprofit organization, give its name and address): Greater
Burlington Partnership, 610 North Fourth Street, Suite 200, Burlington IA 52601
11. Known bondholders, mortgages, and other security holders owning or holding 1 percent or more of total
amount of bonds, mortgages, or other securities: None.
12. Tax Status: The purpose, function, and nonprofit status of this organization and the exempt status for
federal income tax purposes has not changed during preceding 12 months.
13. Publication Title: The Experience Newsletter
14. Issue Date for Circulation Data Below: 10-01-2011
15. Extent and Nature of Circulation: Member Information
page 6
Average No. Copies Each Issue
No. Copies of Single Issue
During Preceding 12 Months Published Nearest to Filling Date
A. Total Number of Copies 1742
1761
B. Paid and/or Requested Circulation:
154
(1) Paid/Requested Outside-County Mail Subscription Stated on Form 3541 141
1360
1371
(2) PaidIn-CountySubscriptionStatedonForum3541
0 0
(3) SalesthroughDealersandCarriers,StreetVendors,Counter,Sales,
andOtherNon-USPSPaidDistribution
(4) OtherClassesMailedthroughUSPS
C. Total Paid and/or Requested Circulation:
D. Free Distribution by Mail
(1) Outside-CountyasStatedonForm3541:
(2) In-CountyasStatedonForm3541:
(3) Other Classes Mailed though USPS 0 (4) FreeDistributionOutsidetheMail:
E: Total Free Distribution:
F. Total Distribution: G. Copies Not Distributed:
H. Total:
I. Percent Paid and/or Requested Circulation:
0 1501
0
1525
54
87
0
0
141
1642
100
1742
91.41%
48
88
0
0
136
1661
100
1761
91.81%
16. Publication of Statement of Ownership: Publication required. Will be published 11/01/11 in the November 2011 issue of
this publication.
17. I certify that all information furnished on this form is true and complete. I understand that anyone who furnishes false or
misleading information on this form or who omits material or information requested on the form may be subject to criminal sanctions (including fines and imprisonment) and/or civil sanctions (including civil penalties).
/s/ Brenda Wischmeier – 10/01/12
RiverPark Place • 610 North 4th Street, Suite 200 • Burlington, Iowa 52601 • (319) 752-6365
MEMBER OF THE MONTH
Allgood Animal Hospital
In March of 1957, senior veterinary student D. W. Allgood made a trip to Burlington to
investigate the possibility of purchasing the veterinary practice of the late Dr. R. V. Beard.
The negotiations were successful and Allgood Animal Hospital was born. After a few
relocations, the practice moved to its current location at 3106 Johannsen Drive in 1972.
Dr. Allgood hired his first associate, Dr. Rita Lesczynski, in June of 1975. The two worked
together for 35 years caring for thousands of pets. Dr. Lesczynski purchased the practice
in 2003 and Dr. Allgood officially retired in 2010.
A building addition finished this spring houses the new cat boarding area complete with
play room. It also allows space for an Intensive Care Unit/Isolation Room and additional
storage. A new blood analyzer was purchased this year, increasing speed and efficiency
for all blood testing.
3106 Johannsen Dr, Burlington, IA 52601
319-752-5983 www.allgoodanimalhosp.com
aganho1957@aol.com
The current staff includes three doctors and 17 support staff, many of whom have been
employees for 15 years or more. Allgood Animal Hospital prides itself on providing
high-quality veterinary care in a caring, family atmosphere and looks forward to
continuing to serve the Burlington area. The doctors and staff wish to thank all those who
have made their success possible.
Be A Marketing Ninja
The Greater Burlington Partnership invites you to “Be A Marketing
Ninja,” a no cost event for members. These mini sessions are held the
last Tuesday of the month over the noon hour at the Greater Burlington
Partnership in the Winegard Board Room. You are encouraged to
brown bag it, listen, learn and share.
This month’s “Be A Marketing Ninja” will be held Tuesday, November
27 at 12 pm, the featured topic is on “HootSuite: Managing Social Profiles”
presented by Brenda Wischmeier, Director of Marketing at the Greater
Burlington Partnership.
RSVP by November 23 to Belinda Colwell, Administrative Assistant, at
bcolwell@greaterburlington.com or 319-208-0042.
The next “Be A Marketing Ninja” will be on January 29, 2013.
We specialize in
RID
DG
IVIVEERRRI
GEE DEN
RR
NTTAALLCAR
CAREE
RIVER RIDGE DENTAL CARE
Commitment to
to Excellence”
“A“ACommitment
Excellence”
“ADR.
Commitment
to Excellence”
DAVID C.
CAMP
DR.DR.
DAVID
C. CAMP
DAVID C. CAMP
DR.NATHAN
NATHAN
M. HEUBNER
DR.
HEUBNER
DR. NATHAN M.
M. HEUBNER
700 N. Third Street • Burlington, Iowa 52601
N. Third
Street••Burlington,
Burlington, Iowa
52601
700 N.700
Third
Street
Iowa
52601
www.riverridgedentalcare.com
(319)(319)
752-1840
752-1840• www.riverridgedentalcare.com
• www.riverridgedentalcare.com
(319) 752-1840 • www.riverridgedentalcare.com
700 N. Third Street
Burlington, Iowa 52601
(319) 752-1840
info@greaterburlington.com • www.greaterburlington.com
customers!
Burlington
Locations to Serve You
1233 N. Roosevelt
400 N. Main
752-2741
753-5488
Also Ft. Madison
Offering Complete
Tire & Auto Service
Over 24 tire brands available
email: billupstire@lisco.com
www.billupstire.com
page
7
Manufacturers Recognized at Luncheon
Manufacturers Recognized at Luncheon
Friday, October 5, the Business Retention and Expansion
committee of the Greater Burlington Partnership hosted its annual
Manufacturers Appreciation Luncheon. It was a fitting day to show
our appreciation of manufacturing, as Friday was also National
Manufacturing Day, a day meant to raise awareness of the importance
of manufacturing to the economy. Approximately 20% of Des
Moines County jobs are tied to manufacturers. Industrial properties
in Des Moines County have a taxable valuation of $89,180,060,
which produces $3,488,260 in property taxes for our K-12 schools,
the community college, and our local government entities.
Mike Fazio, keynote speaker, delivered a thought provoking
presentation on “Average, the New Norm.”
With a belief that average isn’t good enough, Mike outlined
successful strategies, enthusiastically motivating attendees to reach
for your goals and give more.
Darven Kendell of the Des Moines County Regional Solid Waste
Commission presented the annual recycling awards to Snyder’s Lance Inc., Great River Health Systems, and American Ordnance.
2012 Manufacturer of the Year
Hawkeye Pedershaab
Jim Kammerer, chair of the Business Retention
and Expansion Committee, stated, “This is a family
business that started out making concrete pipe and
now makes not only the molds and machinery for
other concrete plants, but can outfit a fully equipped
automated plant and provide the expertise
needed to keep it running. They don’t just provide
products, they provide solutions - worldwide!”
Green Innovation Award Winner
Snyder’s-Lance, Inc.
page 8
Community Involvement Award Winner
Frank Millard Company
RiverPark Place • 610 North 4th Street, Suite 200 • Burlington, Iowa 52601 • 319-752-6365
Partnership Seeks Nominations
for Community and Emmy Awards
The Greater Burlington Partnership celebrates the year’s
success at the Annual Dinner on Friday, February 8, 2013
at the Comfort Suites Conference Center. Awards are
presented in several categories for businesses and the top
honor, the Emmy Award.
The Emmy Award is to be presented only to a person
who has by some deed, action, or continued years of
community service helped the community and who is not
normally recognized for his or her actions.
The Chamber of Commerce is taking nominations for the:
•
•
•
•
•
Emmy Award
Business Person of the Year
Young Professional of the Year
Best Renovation to a Facility
Project of the Year and Community Impact
Nominations should consist of a written document
that outlines how and why the individual has helped
the community. Electronic applications are available
on www.greaterburlington.com. The nominations may
be submitted by email to Kay Breuer, Vice President at
kbreuer@greaterburlington.com or via mail to the Greater
Burlington Partnership, 610 N 4th St., Ste 200 Burlington,
IA 52601.
2011 Emmy recipient Tom Walz was presented the Emmy Award by
Jeff Burkhart at the 2012 Annual Dinner.
Past Recipients Include:
1965 - Emily Schach
1966 - Bill Gerdes
1966 - Mr. and Mrs. Wilfred White
1967 - Homer Hinesley
1967 - Nort Seeley
1968 - L. B. Denniston
1972 - Don Current
1972 - Tom Martin
1972 - Bob McDermott
1973 - Hazel Witte
1975 - Phil and Arlene Paule
1975 - Orville Kelly
1978 - Bud Chapman
1980 - Sam P. Fears
1983 - Harry Murray (posthumously)
1984 - Norma Starker
1985 - Jerry Rigdon
1986 - Bill Walters (posthumously)
1987 - Joe Schupp
1988 - Ron Billups
1989 - John and Randy Winegard
1990 - Wayne Hogberg
1991 - Don Allgood
1992 - Lowell Bauer
1993 - Durhl Fouke
1994 - Doug Grinde
1996 - Janet McCannon
1997 - Bob Fleming
1998 - Jim Olson
1998 - Ed Larson
info@greaterburlington.com • www.greaterburlington.com
1999 - Dave Walker
2000 - Charles E. Walsh
2001 - Jim Elmer
2002 - Daniel H. Wiedemeier
2004 - Bill Mertens (posthumously)
2006 - Donna Logan
2007 – Doug Martin
2007 – David H. Steinle (posthumously)
2008 – Bob Brueck
2009 – Roger Hatteberg
2010 – Mark Richardson
2011 - Tom Walz
page 9
BUSINESS SUCCESSES
Farmers & Merchants Bank & Trust
Charles L. Walsh, Staff and Ambassadors celebrated their new ATM
location September 21. Located at 2712 Mount Pleasant St, Burlington.
Gypsi
Doreen Roy, Staff and Ambassadors celebrated their Grand
Opening on September 11. Located at 312 Jefferson St, Burlington.
FreshCoat Painters
Brad Yaeger and Ambassadors celebrated their 1st Anniversary
on September 24. Serving the Southeast Iowa area.
Mi Pueblo Real
Staff and Ambassadors celebrated their Grand Opening on September 27.
Located at 3110 Division St, Burlington.
Follow Us On
page 10
RiverPark Place • 610 North 4th Street, Suite 200 • Burlington, Iowa 52601 • 319-752-6365
NEW
MEMBERS
Advanced Home Health Care
1525 Mount Pleasant St, Burlington, 319-753-6270
www.advanced-homehealthcare.com
Leah Gavin, CEO, lgalvin@advanced-homehealthcare.com
Advanced Home Health Care is a private, locally owned agency available to
provide a broad range of health related services within the convenience and
comfort of your own home. Certified in Medicare and Medicaid, our team
of professionals collaborate with families, doctors, and other healthcare
agencies to provide you with services to fit your individual preference and
health needs. Services are 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Our goal is to
provide the quality care you expect in the environment you choose.
Affordable Remodeling & Maintenance, Inc.
1119 Lindeen Ln, Mount Pleasant, 319-931-4431
www.affordableremodelandmaint.com
Joe Perdue, Vice President, joep@affordableremodelandmaint.com
Put your trust in Affordable Remodeling & Maintenance. Providing personal
service and exceptional quality for commercial and residential, all services and
products are guaranteed. We look forward to serving you!
Burlington Preservation
629 S Leebrick St, Burlington, 319-850-8906, www.burlingtonpreservation.com
Josh Dvorak, Owner, burlingtonpreservation@gmail.com
Burlington Preservation Company will maintain your rental or vacated
properties. A variety of services are available including removing debris and
hazardous materials, cleaning, interior painting, drywall repair, mold removal,
home inspections, roof repair and yard work.
Cardon Industries, Inc.
610 N 4 St, Ste 610, Burlington, 319-208-9681, www.navig8.me/349663
Carol Schmidgall, Mannatech Independent Associate, cardon@mchsi.com
Cardon Industries, Inc. focuses on delivering better quality of life through
scientifically tested wellness technologies. We offer advanced, affordable
nutritional and personal care products to promote wellness.
Falcon Safety Group, LLC.
250 E Main St, Ste 309, Galesburg, 309-343-2314, www.falconsafetygroup.com
Jeff Pacheco, CEO, jeffpacheco@falconsafetygroup.com
Falcon Safety Group provides high quality safety and risk management
services with the goal of effectively assisting each organization in risk
management and safety consulting. Partnering to help achieve your safety,
quality, and productivity goals is our top priority.
Great River QuickCare
624 S Roosevelt Ave, Ste 101, Burlington, 319-768-4320
www.greatriverquickcare.org
Lelia Wilkerson, RN Manager
Great River QuickCare is an alternative to the emergency room with
convenient service for minor, acute illnesses such as treatment of sinus
infections, strep throat, foreign body removal and many others. Hours of
operation are currently M-F 12pm – 8pm, with no appointment necessary.
Pancheros Mexican Grill
1035 Lawrence Dr, Ste 100, 319-855-2656, www.pancheros.com
Jay Jay Goodvin, Burrito Relations, jayjay@pancheros.com
Pancheros Mexican Grill, where fresh-pressed tortillas make all the difference. Our
burritos are built right: stuffed with awesome and rolled with love. We are now
open, bringing you all the tasty goodness of burritos better built.
Snake Alley Festival of Film
5233 Ferres Lane, Burlington, 319-750-4124, www.snakealleyfestivaloffilm.com
Lonnie Schuyler, lonnieschuyler@hotmail.com
The Snake Alley Festival of Film is dedicated to showcasing the best short
films from around the world. Films will screen at the beautifully restored
Capitol Theater in the heart of downtown Burlington, Iowa.
Terrus Real Estate Group
100 Court, Ste 400, Des Moines, 319-759-3244, www.terrus.com
Jesse Caston, jesse.caston@terrus.com
Terrus Real Estate Group (Terrus) offers a full range of commercial real estate
services for clients throughout the United States. We are experienced in all aspects
of the real estate life cycle including financial and investment analysis, strategic real
estate planning, brokerage, property management and project management.
REFER A NEW MEMBER
With more than 714 members, the Greater Burlington Partnership
is a strong organization working to make Greater Burlington a
better place to do business and call home.
If you are aware of a business that is currently not a member of
the Chamber of Commerce and could benefit by being a member,
contact Melissa Schwenker, Member Director at
mschwenker@greaterburlington.com or 319-208-0046.
Carpet and
Furniture Specialists:
• Commercial & residential services
• Complete fire/water/smoke
damage restoration
• Floor waxing & polishing
• Upholstery & total home cleaning
24-hour Emergency Service
CALL FOR A FREE ESTIMATE
SERVICEMASTER
OF BURLINGTON
754-8168 / 800-246-8168
info@greaterburlington.com • www.greaterburlington.com
page
11
November
Calendar of Events
11 - Second Sunday Performance
Des Moines County Heritage Center - 3 pm
www.dmchs.org
Sponsored by
1 - 11 - The Art Center Presents John Preston of Fairfield
Art Center of Burlington - Friday 1-5 pm, Saturday & Sunday 1-4 pm
www.artguildofburlington.org
2 - Friday Night Live Presents! Patrick N Swayze
Boogaloo Cafe - 10 pm
www.thepzazz.com
2 & 3 - SCC Fall Play “Harvey”
Capitol Theater - 7 pm
www.burlingtoncapitoltheater.org
3 - Southeast Iowa Polar Plunge
Geode State Park
www.soiowa.org/plunge
4 - SCC Fall Play “Harvey”
Capitol Theater - 2 pm
www.burlingtoncapitoltheater.org
4 - Handling the Holidays Grief Workshop
Thielen Funeral Home - 2 pm
www.thielenfuneralhome.com
7 - Dueling Pianos
Whitey’s Bar & Billiards - 8 pm
www.whiteysbar.com
10 - Kidsymphony - Concert for Families
Capitol Theater - 4:30 pm
www.seiso.us
11 - Holiday Open House
Downtown Burlington - Store Hours
www.greaterburlington.com
23 - Buy Local/Shop Local
Businesses and Retailers in Des Moines County
www.greaterburlington.com
24 - Dave Rudolf’s Cracked Christmas for Kids
Capitol Theater - 3 pm
www.burlingtoncapitoltheater.com
24 - Lighted Holiday Parade
Downtown Burlington - 5 pm
www.greaterburlington.com
24 - Dave Rudolf’s Tropical Christmas for Adults
Capitol Theater - 8 pm
www.burlingtoncapitoltheater.com
29 - Storyteller and Musician John McCutcheon
Capitol Theater - 7 pm
www.burlingtoncapitoltheater.org
30 - Comedian Collin Moulton
Whitey’s Bar & Billiards - 9 pm
www.whiteysbar.com
30 - Christmas at Phelps House
Phelps House - 5:30 pm
www.iowastudiotour.org
For complete event details, visit www.greaterburlington.com.
11 - Fall Coin Auction
Pzazz! Entertainment Complex - Hall B - 1 - 6 pm
www.thepzazz.com
11 - The Jan Garber Orchestra
Capitol Theater - 2 pm
www.artguildofburlington.org
To Submit Calendar Information
www.greaterburlington.com/events_submission.cfm
SHOTTENKIRKBUYSCARS.COM
WE ARE INTERESTED IN PAYING
CASH FOR VEHICLES UNDER
85,000 MILES
page 12
RiverPark Place • 610 North 4th Street, Suite 200 • Burlington, Iowa 52601 • 319-752-6365
2013 Burlington Calendars for Sale
Holidays are quickly approaching! There’s no better way to get your
holiday shopping started than with personalized gift giving. The special
for November is for every $35 you spend you can get a Medium Utility
Tote for $5. This item is not normally offered and comes in six patterns.
This special will be good through November 26 only! Don’t miss out
on this great item. In order to ensure delivery in time for your holiday
gift giving season, place orders by December 10. Please contact me to
schedule your Thirty-One party for November.
Feel free to come visit me in Nauvoo at the Fall Vendor Blender at
Baxter’s Vineyards on November 3 from 1 - 6 pm. Great specials and cash
and carry items will be offered.
Contact Sasha Rea at princess120580@yahoo.com or 319-750-2792. Just
simply put “Thirty-One” in the subject line.
Kiwanis Santa Arrives at Fun City
Each Christmas season the Burlington Kiwanis offers pictures of
children with Santa. The holiday season is upon us, and Santa Claus will
be at Fun City beginning Wednesday, November 21.
A single sheet is $8 and reduced pricing is available for packages. In
addition, Fun City generously provides a $5 coupon toward the purchase
of a $10 fun card for each youth in the picture. Our value and quality
cannot be beaten!
For all dates and times, visit www.burlingtonkiwanis.com. The net
proceeds of the picture taking activities go to support the club’s
charitable purposes.
A holiday tradition that gets bigger, brighter and better every year!
The parade begins at Eighth & Jefferson Streets and proceeds east
down Jefferson to Main Street. Area businesses, schools, churches
and organizations are encouraged to participate in the annual Lighted
Holiday Parade on November 24 at 5 pm.
This year’s theme is “The Polar Express.” Parade entry forms can be
downloaded at www.greaterburlington.com or contact Downtown
Partners at 319-752-6365.
To Submit Member Information
OFFICERS
Chamber Board of Directors
Chairperson
Mike Dick, CPA Associates, P.C.
Past Chairperson
Rick Buller, Legacy Partners
Chair-Elect
Bryan Bross, Klingner & Associates
Treasurer
Jeff Burkhart, Farmers & Merchants Bank & Trust
The 2013 calendar features 13 photos by Ed Minard Photography. It
makes a nice holiday gift and may be easily mailed to friends and
family. The calendars cost $16 plus tax. Several of Ed Minard’s photos
are featured in The Experience and the Burlington/West Burlington
Community Guide.
The “Burlington on the Mississippi 2013” calendar is available at The
Iowa Store, located in the Port of Burlington Welcome Center, 400
Front Street. The Iowa Store is open daily 9 am -4:30 pm.
You can check out photos of the calendar at:
www.edminardphotography.zenfolio.com/p1050289427.
Girl Scouts Promote Fall Sale Program
Everyone knows that Girl Scouts sell cookies, but that is not the only
delicious treat girls sell to raise money for their troops and for council
wide programming. Nuts, candy and magazines are sold during the
fall. The Fall Product Sale is a financial literacy program where the
girls learn five life skills:
•
•
•
•
•
Goal Setting
Decision Making
Money Management
People Skills
Business Ethics
Support Girl Scouting in your area by ordering your fall product from
November 1-14. Expect to have your treats in hand in early December.
Remember, fall product items make great holiday gifts!
Not sure what to purchase in supporting local Girl Scouts?
Some of the favorites are:
Lighted Holiday Parade Entries Sought
Member Information
Personalize Your Holiday Gifts from
Thirty-One - Sasha Rea
•
•
•
•
Salsa mix
Chocolate Covered Almonds
Blueberry Pomegranate Nut Crunch (gluten free!)
Yummy Gummy Berries
For more information, visit www.girlscoutstoday.org/girls/fall-sale.
Haven’t been approached by a Girl Scout? Contact Shawna Purdum,
Product Sales Coordinator, 319-752-3639 ext. 435.
Girl Scouting builds girls of courage, confidence, and character who
make the world a better place.
Send to Brenda Wischmeier, Director of Marketing, bwischmeier@greaterburlington.com
DIRECTORS Chamber Board of Directors
Julie Anderson, Hope Haven Area Development Center
Dave Beach, Hy-Vee Food Store
Sonya Belger, Styltique
Eric Benne, Swanson, Engler, Gordon, Benne & Clark L.L.L.P
Jim Carter, Retired, Dresser Rand
Joe Cochran, CPA Associates, P.C.
Laura Hubbard, CNH
Lynn Humphries
Jim Kammerer, Great River Health Systems
Bill Malcom, MTC Technologies
Brian Messer, Farmers Savings Bank
Deb Mulch, Burlington Community YMCA/YWCA
LJ Pritchard, Titan Broadcasting
Michelle Russell, Rheinschmidt’s Flooring America
Mary Beth Sanchez, J & S Electric Business Systems, Inc.
Gary Schmeiser, Sterzings Food Company
Don Sheedy, Peaches Cafe & Steakhouse
Judy Stevens, Re/Max Real Estate Specialists
Theresa Thielen, Thielen Funeral Home
Marvin Thomson, Two Rivers Investment Services
Joyce Vance, Girl Scouts of Eastern Iowa and Western Illinois
Kathy Wunderlich, George’s Lawn Mower, Inc.
Vision – A growing regional center of commerce, industry, education, health care, entertainment and
culture which provides a great place to live and work.
Mission – The Chamber of Commerce is a business association that exists to serve as a catalyst for economic
growth and community development in Greater Burlington, Iowa.
info@greaterburlington.com • www.greaterburlington.com
page
13
Leadership
2012- 2013
Education
Session
Proudly
Supported by:
Business After Hours
Heritage Medical
Equipment & Supplies
November 15, 5 pm
Join us with your co-workers to build your network at
Business After Hours and grow your business!
Brought to you by the Greater Burlington Partnership
Vetter’s, Inc., Culligan
Water Technologies
Heritage Medical Equipment & Supplies
624 S. Roosevelt Ave
Burlington, IA 52601
www.heritagemedequipment.com
www.greaterburlington.com
505 Social
Eggs & Issues
November 13, 5:05 pm
Peaches Café and Steakhouse
RiverPark Place
Winegard Board Room
December 8, 7:15 AM
Get Ready to win the Paper Football Tournament!
Chamber of Commerce members are invited to a
legislative breakfast with invited guests Representative
Tom Sands, Representative Dennis Cohoon and
Senator Tom Courtney. RSVP to Brenda Levitt at
blevitt@greaterburlington.com or 319-208-0047.
Are you a Young Professional looking to get involved, meet
new people and grow your network? Join Greater
Burlington YP! Membership is open to those living
and working in Greater Burlington ages 21-42.
Sponsored by
Catfish Bend Casino
www.GreaterBurlingtonYP.com
page 14
It’s Football Season
RiverPark Place • 610 North 4th Street, Suite 200 • Burlington, Iowa 52601 • 319-752-6365
November 2012
MONDAY
TUESDAY
( J) Johnson Conference Room (W) Winegard Board Room
(A) Alliant Energy Executive Conference Room
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
1
FRIDAY
2
7:30 am ( J)
Value Added-Ag
5 pm (TRC Victory Party)
Winegard Room & Martini’s
5
6
1 pm ( J)
Farmers Market Committee
7
7:30 am ( J)
Executive Committee
8
8 am (SCC)
Greater Burlington Leadership
12 pm (W)
New Member Luncheon
9
7:30 am (A)
Government Affairs
8 am ( J) Ambassadors
11:30 am (WorkSource)
Ribbon Cutting
4 pm (A) YP Events Committee
12
13
14
15
5 pm (Peaches Steakhouse & Cafe)
YP 505 Social
19
20
7:30 am (W)
Board of Directors
21
22
Office Closed
7:30 am ( J)
BRE Committee
27
8 am (Weird Harold’s)
DPI Marketing & Promotions
23
Office Closed
Buy Des Moines County
4 pm (A)
Future Workforce
26
16
4:30 pm Ribbon Cutting
5 pm Business After Hours
(Heritage Medical Equipment &
Supplies)
12 pm (Mississippi Manor)
DPI Business Development
28
29
7:30 am ( J)
Member Meeting
11:30 am ( J)
DPI Design Committee
7:30 am (A)
Entrepreneurship
12 pm (W)
Be A Marketing Ninja
4 pm (A)
Leadership Committee
30
3 pm (A)
Buy Local Committee
H&L Mack Truck Sales Corp.
Since 1956, providing new
Mack and used trucks.
Genuine Mack
parts, sales and service
Hwy 61 South
Mediapolis, IA 52637
319.394.9143
www.hlmack.com
info@greaterburlington.com • www.greaterburlington.com
page
15
RiverPark Place
610 N. Fourth St., Suite 200
Burlington, Iowa 52601
TELEPHONE 319-752-6365
FAX 319-752-6454
E-MAIL info@greaterburlington.com
WEB SITE www.greaterburlington.com
Young Professionals Membership Drive
Recently, the volunteer leadership of the Greater Burlington Young
Professionals worked together and put plans in place for a membership
drive. These young leaders want to encourage young professionals to
become active members of the Greater Burlington community, making
Greater Burlington a better place to live, work and call home.
Monthly, YP offers volunteer opportunities, networking and personal
and professional development events. Upcoming events include a
Lunch and Learn on December 7 to learn about the history of an area
business and a social event.
If you are or have employees between the ages of 21 – 42, GBYP is a
great opportunity. Membership is $55 and covers the meals at events.
Visit www.greaterburlingtonyp.com or contact Kay Sackville Breuer,
kbreuer@greaterburlington.com or 319-208-0041.
L to R: Amy Strothman, Farmers & Merchants Bank & Trust and Traci
Vantiger, Employee Benefits Systems enjoy an outing at the Art Center.
Top 5 Reasons to Join YP
5. Business Networking
4. Special treatment with community leaders and
businesses, seeing inside area businesses and new projects.
3. An opportunity to get involved in a variety of activities and get
to know the community at an affordable price
2. Meeting new people that turn into great friends
1. Free Lunch
L to R: Cassie Myers, McGladrey, Jaime Schrader, TD&T Financial,
Jennifer Chezum, Employee Benefits Systems, Jamie Blow,
Advance Chiropractic Center and Nathan McCoy collected food
during the Young Professionals Annual Food Drive.
your bridge to the future
burlington • west burlington • mediapolis
mt. pleasant • new london • coralville
iowa city • des moines • west des moines
ankeny • ft. madison • davenport