Jones Contracting will be pouring the West half of Van Buren St. for tie-in to Warren St. and the Two West driveways to the Hospital off Warren St. today May 21st. Jones Contracting are setting up the paver on the East End of Warren St. at Jefferson St. today. The plan is to pave Warren St. from Jefferson St. to White St. tomorrow May 22nd. This will enable Jones Contracting to work on driveway pours during the week of May 26th to May 30th. The forecast for the coming week looks wet but hopefully Jones will be able to get driveways poured and covered between showers.
2020 Washington County Fair Modified to be Youth Exhibitor Fair
The Washington County Fair Association, in partnership with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach (ISUEO) of Washington County, are planning for a 2020 ‘Youth Exhibitor Fair’ only. They are currently working together to finalize a modified fair experience that will provide opportunities to 4-H and FFA members to showcase their learning, receive evaluation and recognition.
Due to the ongoing social distancing guidelines and precautions taking place to help slow and reduce the spread of COVID-19 in this community, the Washington County Fair Association has made the difficult decision to postpone the public grandstand entertainment and public activities for the 2020 Washington County Fair. The 2020 event held July 18-25 will not be open to the public, but only to 4-H and FFA members, their immediate families and approved 4-H/Fair volunteers and committees.
Washington County Fair Association has worked with ISUEO of Washington County, Washington County Public Health, Washington County Emergency Management, the Washington County Board of Supervisors and other stakeholders. They have determined this was the best decision due to the uncertainty of the public health situation in the middle of July.
“The safety and health of exhibitors, volunteers, staff, visitors, community partners, and vendors is our number one concern,” said John Wagner, Washington County Fair Association president.
Washington County 4-H is currently finalizing the details of this modified Youth Exhibitor Fair for 2020. As these changes and logistics are finalized, information will be sent directly to families and volunteers. At this time, there are plans only for the exhibition of the youth communication projects, non-livestock/static exhibits, and livestock projects as safety guidelines allow in July.
“In this unprecedented situation, we are working hard with our Extension staff, council, and volunteers to find a safe, reasonable and rewarding option for our youth,” said Amy Green, county 4-H/youth coordinator of Washington County ISUEO. “The love for and great tradition of the Washington County Fair will not change even when it has to look different. I believe, although change is difficult, our 4-H families will embrace these plans and work passionately to make this the best year we can under these circumstances.”
4-H & FFA families and volunteers can find more detailed information of the modified exhibitor fair plans on the FAQ document at www.extension.iastate.edu/washington.
The Washington County Fair Association will be in contact with all fair vendors and sponsors in the coming weeks with more information.
“Our group is all about the kids and we really have the safety of the volunteers and community at the forefront,” said Wagner. “We would like to thank all of the fair supporters, sponsors and partners for their support of the fair and appreciate the support as we move forward with this safe alternative for 2020.”
For more information regarding these changes and for updates about events at the fairgrounds, please follow the Washington County Fair Association on Facebook and at www.washingtoncountyfairia.com .
For more information regarding 4-H and FFA events at this year’s fair, reference www.extension.iastate.edu/washington and follow Washington County 4-H – Iowa on Facebook.
May is Mental Health Awareness Month.
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Here are some local resources for those in search of assistance for themselves or loved ones.
Hillcrest Family Services is offering phone and telepsych support they also have same day access to a crisis counselor during business hours:
319-385-7177
Optimae Life Services is offering phone and telepsych support 319-385-2830
24/7 Crisis Hotline 1-855-581-8111
Henry County Care Links can link individuals with resources such as food, housing, transportation, medical etc 319-385-0779
or Auntbertha.com
Governor Reynolds Continues to Open Up the State
DES MOINES – Today, Governor Reynolds signed a new proclamation continuing the Public Health Disaster Emergency. The proclamation permits summer school activities, including baseball and softball, to resume on June 1. And effective this Friday, May 22, Movie theaters, zoos, aquariums, museums, and wedding reception venues will be permitted to reopen with appropriate public health measures in place. Swimming pools will also be permitted to reopen for lap swimming and swimming lessons.
Governor Reynolds also announced that next Thursday, May 28, bars and other alcohol-related establishments that have been limited to carryout and delivery will be permitted to reopen for indoor or outdoor seating. These establishments will follow the same public health measures that restaurants have been implementing for the past several weeks.
The proclamation also provides additional regulatory relief to those affected by this disaster and continues to strongly encourages all vulnerable Iowans, including those with preexisting medical conditions and those older than 65, in all counties of the state to continue to limit their activities outside of their home, including their visits to businesses and other establishments and their participation in gatherings of any size and any purpose
Henry County Supervisors Meeting Agenda
HCHC Trustees Meet
The Henry County Health Center Board of Trustees met in regular session Tuesday. CEO Robb Gardner reminded the Board that as of June 1 labor and delivery services will not be available at HCHC. He praised the transition team’s work since the decision was made 6 months ago to end the services. The midwives will still offer pre-natal and post-natal care in Mt. Pleasant. The plan is for the midwives to deliver their patients babies at Great River Medical Center.
The hospital trustees approved an Emergency Medical Services asset agreement. The agreement was drawn up with legal council and will be presented to the Henry County Board of Supervisors. The Supervisors want to know the value of capital assets. The agreement includes the transfer of all assets from the hospital to the county for one dollar. It also lines out the development of a Henry County EMS board with an HCHC trustee included as a member. During their work session Monday the Supervisors discussed whether or not there was a need for a joint board since no other entities will be providing financial support of the service. But the hospital feels if they are turning over the service for a $1 they should still be involved to a certain extent. The hospital is also asking for a 5 year commitment and if the county doesn’t make it that long then HCHC would like first right of refusal. The hospital board also approved an EMS utilization agreement. This is HCHC’s commitment to utilize a county ambulance service for transfer of patients and to continue to levy a tax.
Man Falls on Power Lines in Winfield
At about 1:45 Tuesday afternoon emergency responders were called to Winfield. Details are unofficial but reports say a man was on a ladder in the alley behind 106 S. Clark Street and fell onto active power lines. Sources say the man was a Windstream employee working on a pole that broke. He was reported to be breathing and was airlifted to Iowa City
Wayland City Council Meeting Agenda
Wayland City Council Meeting at 7:30 pm at the Wayland City Hall
1. Roll Call
2. 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 6, 2020
b. Bills for Payment
c. RFL WEDCo Semi-Annual Report
3. 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.
4. Unfinished Business
a. Ongoing Discussion–City Hall Protocol for Corona-19 Virus Pandemic/Comm Events
5. New Business
a. Review RFP’s for Annual Examination: Award/Authorize Mayor to Sign Agreement
b. Application for Cigarette Permit Renewal – Wayland BP (Cobb Oil)
c. Consider Purchase of Earth Auger
d. Apply w/County for DOT Safety Improvement Grant (widen shoulders W55 N)
e. Res. 2020-14 “Resolution To Accept Easement”
f. Res. 2020-15 “Resolution Authorizing Approval of Subordination Agreement For CDBG Housing Program”
g. Water Softener Tank Repair/Replacement Options
h. Request for Change in Annual Cemetery Donation
6. Building Permits – Approved
-Doris Hauenstein -10’ x 8’ x 6’ wood frame storage shed – 507 E Railroad Street, Lot 1
-F & M Telephone Co -Replace windows (3) & place siding over area of windows at 210 W Main
-Linda Roth – 16’ x 16’ x 12’ wood frame storage shed, 10’ x 40’ wood deck and relocate existing 8’ gazebo at 112 W Cummings Street.
-Mary Lou Richenberger – Concrete entrance to garage, sidewalk between shed and garage, concrete for firepit at 312 E Main St.
-Mike Kaufman – Move in 10’ x 10’ metal storage shed at 407 W Main St.
-Jamie & Desiree Delzell – Install 72’ x 50’ x 4 ½’ fence at 401 W Front St.
7. Adjournment
MAYOR: Greg Rich
COUNCIL: Melinda Ullery,
Aaron Barnhart, Chet Fort,
Kathie Grimm, Caylon DeVaul
CLERK: Beverly Conrad
TREAS: Terry Kaufman
ATTORNEY: Mike Vance
Regular Meeting Agenda
Wayland City Hall @ 7:30 P.M.
May 20, 2020
City Hall/Council Chambers
PO Box 155
218 W Main St
Wayland, IA 52654
Phone: 319-256-3276
Fax: 319-256-3279