New London Community Schools invites anyone interested in learning more about the General Obligation Bond that will go before the citizens of New London on September 14,2021. This meeting will provide everyone with an overview of the project and give time for questions and answers. At the close of the meeting there will be an opportunity for anyone wishing to be a part of the “Vote Yes” bond committee to sign-up. The committee will need a lead point of contact that will continue holding meetings and get the word out about the bond. This committee is important to the process as the Superintendent can’t lead these meetings, but will attend to share new or updated information and answer any questions during the process. At the same time if you are not interested in being part of the committee,but just want to be informed, you are encouraged to attend the information meetings.
Two Vehicle Collision Details
On May 19th, 2021, at approximately 12:32PM, the Henry County Sheriff’s Office received a report of a two-vehicle collision at the intersection of Highway 34 and Henry Jefferson Avenue. An investigation determined that Michael Furlong, 68, of Mount Pleasant was attempting to cross Highway 34 northbound in his 2010 Ford F-150 and did not see a blue 2011 Kia Soul, driven by Melissa Smith, 54, of Lockridge, approaching his location. The Smith vehicle struck the rear passenger side of the Furlong vehicle. Michael Furlong was issued a citation for Failure to Obey a Traffic Control Device. Minor injuries were reported. Assisting on scene was the Henry County Ambulance, the Iowa State Patrol, and Newberry’s Towing.
Henry County Sheriff Rich McNamee is proud to announce the appointment of a new Chief Deputy.
On May 16, 2021, Deputy Sheriff Chad Doak, was appointed as the new Chief Deputy. Chad started as a reserve deputy in 1992, in 1993 he began working as a part-time jailer, earned full-time in 1994, and became a deputy sheriff in 1995. Chad has been an important part of Henry County Sheriff’s Office for nearly 30 years. Chad is a very well-versed Deputy Sheriff, leads by example, conducts himself very well, and treats the public with enthusiasm. Chad has earned this promotion and will become only the 3rd Chief Deputy since 1984. Chad was sworn into the new position by District Court Judge Wyatt Peterson on May 18, 2021.
Mediapolis Burglary Investigation Continues and Also Leads to Arrest of Two on Unrelated Charges
On May 17 at approximately 2:30p.m. deputies with the Des Moines County Sheriff’s Office executed a search warrant at 411 North St. in Mediapolis. The search warrant was part of an ongoing burglary investigation after it was reported that several Mediapolis businesses were broken into during the previous weekend. During the search several stolen items were located and identified as coming from McLaughlin’s Freight Services located at 602 Main St. and 604 Main St. in Mediapolis. As a result, Tyler Allen Johnson, age 30, of Mediapolis, IA was charged with two additional counts of Burglary 3rd Degree. Johnson had previously been charged in connection with the burglary of two other Mediapolis businesses.
Also, while executing the search warrant, deputies found Jacob Scott Johnson, age 29, of Mediapolis and Samantha Jo Russell, age 32, of Wapello at the residence at 411 North Street. There was an active no-contact order between the two parties with Russell listed as the protected party. It was determined that Jacob Johnson was in violation of the order and Russell was knowingly violating the court order. Both parties were placed under arrest and transported to the Des Moines County Jail. Jacob Johnson was charged with Violation of No Contact Order and held on no bond. Samantha Russell was charged with Aiding and Abetting a Violation of No Contact Order and was cited and released at the jail.
James Harlan Chapter of DAR Honors Five Area Seniors
The James Harlan Chapter of Daughters of the American Revolution recognized five Henry County seniors with the “Good Citizen” award at their respective senior awards assembly. DAR stresses the qualities of Good Citizenship, Service, and Dependability to their school, community and nation. Following are the honored students, parents and their chosen college:
Winfield-Mt. Union, Farrah Nelson, Dusty and Kathy Nelson, University of Iowa.
WACO, Morgan Graber, Tim and Lisa Graber, Mt. Mercy University, Nursing.
New London, Maclane White, Joseph and Stacy White, SCC or University of Iowa.
Mt. Pleasant Community High School, Emma Pieper, Mike and Janet Pieper, University of Iowa.
Mt. Pleasant Christian School, Karisa Overton, Scott and Angela Overton, Cosmetology School.
Henry County Supervisors Meeting Agenda
Wayland City Meeting Agenda
Wayland City Council Meeting, May 19, 7:30 pm at the Wayland City Hall
1. Roll Call
2. Public Hearing – 7:30 PM – Sale of Real Property
3. Consent Agenda
Note: These are routine items and will be enacted by one motion without separate discussion unless a Council member requests an
item be removed for separate consideration.
a. Minutes of May 4 Special and May 5, 2021
b. Bills for Payment – Draw Request #2 – Walking Path – J & L Construction
c. CD Maturity Options
4. Citizen Forum
The Mayor and City Council welcome comments from the public for items not listed on the agenda. You are asked to state your
name and address for the record and to limit your remarks in order that others may be given the opportunity to speak. The
Order of Business is at the discretion of the Chair. No action will be taken.
5. Unfinished Business
a. Sewer Lagoon Project – BES Proposal for Services
6. New Business
a. Fire Chief – Air Packs Grant Application Proposal
b. Res. 2021-17 “A Resolution Authorizing The Increase In City Solid Waste Collection
Rates Charged By The City Of Wayland, Iowa”
c. Res. 2021-18 “Resolution Appointing City Attorney”
d. Res. 2021-19 “Sale Of City Property”
7. Building Permits – Approved
Ian Love- Relocate existing 10’x10’x10’ frame storage shed at 213 W. 2nd St
Dan Baker- Cement driveways and install new garage doors on existing garage at 211 N
Adams St.
Building Permits – Denied
Karen Nupp-30’x24’x15’ frame garage at 402 N Washington Street does not meet side
setback (BOA appeal information provided
adjournment
West Point Man Arrested on several Charges for Drugs and Weapons
On May 17 at approximately 1:10a.m. deputies with the Des Moines County Sheriff’s Office located a vehicle parked in a park after closing hours in the 3000 block of Spring Lake Rd. Deputies made contact with a male subject in the driver’s seat of the vehicle. The subject refused to identify himself and advised deputies he had a warrant for his arrest. Deputies asked the subject to step out of his vehicle and he refused. Deputies then attempted to detain the individual for interference with official acts and he resisted. The individual was removed from the vehicle while resisting. He continued to resist deputies attempts to place him in handcuffs outside the vehicle and a taser was used on the subject to gain compliance. Once placed under arrest the subject was identified as Michael Luis Novoa, age 47, of West Point, IA. Deputies then located marijuana, methamphetamine, drug paraphernalia, a knife with a blade of 8 inches or longer, and ammunition inside the vehicle. Novoa was transported to the Des Moines County Jail and charged with Interference with Official Acts, Possession of a Controlled Substance: Marijuana, Possession of a Controlled Substance: Methamphetamine, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Trespass, Carrying Weapons, and Possession or Dominion and Control of Firearms, Offensive Weapons, and Ammunition by Felons and Others.