Mount Pleasant City Council Meeting Agenda 04/10

By Yorke Prough · Tuesday, April 9th, 2024 at 2:25 pm CDT

The Mount Pleasant City Council will meet in Regular Session on Wednesday, April 10, 2024, at City Hall, 307 E. Monroe Street, second-floor meeting room at 5:30 p.m.

AGENDA

  1. Roll Call.
  2. Consent Agenda: To the Public — All items with an asterisk (* ) are routine by the City Council and will be enacted by one motion and a roll call of the Councilmembers. There will be no separate discussion of items unless the Mayor, a Councilmember or citizen so request, in which event the item will be removed from the Consent Agenda and will be considered in its normal sequence on the Agenda.
  3. Receive & file communications.
  4. Approve agenda.

*5. Approve minutes of previous meetings.

*6. Approve payment of bills.

*7. Receive report of Officers including Resolution No 2024-31 approving March transfers.

  1. Old Business-
    1. 5:30 p.m. Public Hearing on proposed vacation and sale of alley at 800 W Washington Street, Lee’s Addition Block 6.
    2. Resolution to vacate and sell alley at 800 W Washington Street, Lee’s Addition Block 6.
    3. Resolution approving publication of notice of City Council intent to fill vacant Council seat by appointment.
    4. Resolution approving the award of a construction contract for the McCoy/Monroe Reconstruction Proj ect.
    5. Resolution approving the award of construction contract for the H Eugene Way Sanitary Sewer Extension.
    6. Renewal of a Class F Retail Alcohol License with Outdoor Service for Mt. Pleasant Golf & Country Club located at 2275 Hickory Avenue.

 

  1. g) Renewal of a Special Class C Retail Alcohol License for DW Costa’s LLC at 1 15 S Jefferson Street.
  1. New Business-
    1. Approve Change Order #1 for Pearl Street Reconstruction Project.
    2. Authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to sign an Iowa Department of

Transportation (IDOT) agreement for Revitalize Iowa’s Sound Economy Program (RISE) Project for construction of a portion of H Eugene Way.

  1. Approve demolition bid for 1205 N Broadway.
  2. Accept resignation of Jack Swarm, Building and Zoning Administrator.
  1. Public Forum.
  2. Adjourn to meet in regular session on Wednesday, April 24, 2024, at 5:30 p.m.

Henry County Supervisors Meeting Agenda 04/11

By Yorke Prough · Tuesday, April 9th, 2024 at 2:19 pm CDT

Henry County Supervisors

100 E Washington St  Ste 202

Mt Pleasant IA  52641

Fax:  319-385-3601

 

Chad White, Member            Marc Lindeen, Vice-Chairman        Greg Moeller, Chairman    

           319-385-0759                                 319-385-0760                                  319-385-0761________

AGENDA

 April 11, 2024

Approve Agenda

Approve Minutes

Approve Claims

9:00 Caleb Waters, Conservation Monthly Update

Other County Business as time allows

 Supervisors Sub-Committee Updates

 

2024 KILJ Bracket Challenge Winners

By Slaten Swords · Tuesday, April 9th, 2024 at 1:49 pm CDT

KILJ Bracket Challenge- After 25 days, the 2024 men’s basketball tournament has ended, and UConn has taken home their sixth National Championship after defeating Purdue last night 75-60. The Huskies are the first team since 2007 to repeat as National Champions as well.

UConn dominated their competition with each of their tournament wins coming by at least 14 points. In the same way that UConn dominated, the Bunnell’s dominated the KILJ Bracket Challenge.

Rick Bunnell, with 294 points, has won this year’s KILJ Bracket Challenge, sponsored by The Press Box Grill and Bar and Wiley’s Interior Furnishings and Design. His best rounds were the first round and the Sweet 16. He guessed 25 of 32 games right in round one and five of eight correct in the Sweet 16.

In second place was Lysha Bunnell with 290 points. Her key was consistency, never guessing less than 50% of the games in the round correctly. Her second round was her strongest round with 13 correct guesses, which tied for second most in the round.

Lastly, grabbing third place was Ellyanna Bunnell with 286 points. Her strong finish helped elevate her pass the competition after a lackluster first round. She also guessed 13 games correctly in the second round to help her cause.

After a spectacular run for Julie Liechty, UConn played spoiler as she had guessed the last six games correctly, including a perfect four for four in the Elite Eight. The loss sent her back to 6th place, which was still impressive after starting in 25th place after the first two rounds.

The KILJ Bracket Challenge saw 16 brackets correctly pick UConn as the National Champion and if the KILJ staff was involved in the challenge everyone would have finished in 28th place or lower—fun fact.

Thank you all for participating, congratulations to our prize winners, and a big thank you to our sponsors The Press Box Grill and Bar and Wiley’s Interior Furnishings and Design for allowing us to put this together. The Bracket Challenge will be back again next year!

Top 10

  1. Rick Bunnell
  2. Lysha Bunnell
  3. Ellyanna Bunnell
  4. Sharon Menke
  5. Allie Liecthy-Hultman
  6. Julie Liecthy
  7. Alan Buckert
  8. Jeff Broeg
  9. Mat Wilson
  10. Karen Drury

Dolores McGuire

By Yorke Prough · Tuesday, April 9th, 2024 at 11:06 am CDT

Dolores J. (Farmer) McGuire, 92, of Wayland, passed away April 8, 2024, at her home. A funeral service will be held Monday, April 15, 2024, at 11:00 AM at the Beatty Funeral Home in Washington. Following a meal, burial will be held at Cottonwood Cemetery in Wayland. The service will be available via Livestream at the Beatty Peterseim Facebook and YouTube pages. Visitation will be held Sunday, April 14, 2024, from 2 – 4 PM at the Beatty Funeral Home in Washington. A memorial fund has been established for the Cottonwood Cemetery.

Dolores Jane McGuire was born December 30, 1931, the daughter of Frank and Anna Elizabeth (Messer) Farmer. She graduated from Wayland High School and worked for several owners of the grocery store in Wayland. On June 6, 1950, she was united in marriage to Emery McGuire. She was a lifelong resident of the Wayland community and was a member of the Cottonwood United Methodist Church.

Survivors include two children: son Doug (Kay) McGuire of Wayland, daughter Brenda (James) Holley of Burlington; three grandsons: Matthew McGuire, Monte McGuire, Ryan Holley, one granddaughter Amy (Scott) Warnke; two great-grandsons: Mika and Coy McGuire, great-granddaughter Erica Warnke; one sister Evelyn (Larry) Morrow; brother-in-law Kenneth Clark and many nieces and nephews.

Preceding Dolores in death were her parents, husband Emery and two sisters: Bernice Jennings and Jean Clark.

 

Tragedy in West Burlington: Student Found Deceased

By Yorke Prough · Tuesday, April 9th, 2024 at 11:06 am CDT

A tragedy has struck Southeastern Community college as a student at the West Burlington campus was found deceased on Monday afternoon.

At this time, there is no suspicion of foul play. SCC officials are working with the West Burlington Police Department. An investigation is underway to understand the circumstances surrounding this tragic event.

The student’s name is being withheld pending contact of the student’s family.

“Our deepest condolences go out to the student’s family and friends,” said SCC President Dr. Michael Ash. “Losing a member of our community is a profound loss for us all, and our thoughts are with those who knew and loved the student during this difficult time.”

We understand that this news may be distressing for our current students and staff. Counseling and support services are available for anyone who may need assistance in processing their emotions or seeking guidance during this period of grief.

Counseling services will be available on Tuesday, April 9 in the Student Affairs Office on the West Burlington campus. Students may also utilize free services provided by The Virtual Care Group at thevirtualcaregroup.com/scciowa at any time.

Juvenile Charged After Stealing Truck in Fort Madison

By Yorke Prough · Tuesday, April 9th, 2024 at 8:31 am CDT

On 04/09/24, at 2:00AM, the Mount Pleasant Police Department ran a plate on a gray Dodge Journey that was discovered to be reported stolen out of Fort Madison, Iowa.

Officers attempted to initiate a traffic stop to which the vehicle fled from pursuing officers through the city of Mount Pleasant, North and South bound on highway 218, and into oncoming traffic on highway 218.

The vehicle then fled East on Highway 34 at high rates of speed. Officers pursued the vehicle into Burlington and stop sticks were successfully deployed. The vehicle then turned off onto the train tracks at Market & Main Street, causing disabling damage to the vehicle.

The driver, a juvenile aged male, was taken into custody at this time. The vehicle sustained over $5,000 worth of damage.

The juvenile male was charged with Felony Eluding, Theft/Possession of Stolen Property 1st-degree, Driving Under Suspension, Reckless Driving, and several traffic infractions.

The Mount Pleasant Police Department was assisted by the Henry County Sheriff’s Office, Des Moines County Sheriff’s Office, Burlington Police Department, West Burlington Police Department, the Iowa State Patrol, Jim’s Body Shop & Towing Inc.

A criminal charge is merely an accusation and a defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty.

Anyone with any information is asked to contact the Mt Pleasant PD

Anyone who sees suspicious activity is encouraged to contact the Mt Pleasant PD at 319 385-1450.

 

Missing From Fort Madison: 11 Year-Old Wherebouts Unknown

By Yorke Prough · Tuesday, April 9th, 2024 at 7:50 am CDT

*UPDATE 11:19 AM* The missing child has been found!

The parents of 11 year old Cescily Lampe are asking for the community’s help in locating their daughter. She left home Monday evening and her whereabouts are unknown. If anyone has information regarding Cescily, please contact the Fort Madison Police Department at 319-372-2525, or LeeCom at 319-372-1310.

“80 With a Light Tail-Wind” RAGBRAI Discussion Heats Up as July 26th Overnight Fast Approaches

By Yorke Prough · Tuesday, April 9th, 2024 at 7:48 am CDT

Last night many people filled the Heatilator Performing Arts Center, not for a concert but for a RAGBRAI townhall. Rachel Lindeen with the Mt. Pleasant Chamber was joined by Lisa Oetken with Main Street Mount Pleasant as they facilitated the evening meeting which was full of important information.

If you haven’t heard by now, RAGBRAI will be passing through Mt. Pleasant as an overnight stop on Friday, July 26th, which will see 20,000 plus riders looking for a place to lay their head. This also means they will be looking for a place to shower, entertainment, and food. The theme for the overnight stop is “Make Yourself at Home in Mount Pleasant” which is designed to showcase the charm and warmth of our quaint town. As said last night, picture a hallmark movie scene, that’s the setting they are looking for in July.

So where do all of these people sleep? Well, there’s a few answers to that question. Midwest Old Threshers campground will be the main area, with the old Iowa Wesleyan Campus and Mapleleaf also being converted into a campground for a night. If you’ve been wanting an excuse to camp on your lawn, why not allow some tired cyclists the same opportunity? Please contact Lois Roth if you’d be able to host some riders, either on your lawn or inside. Her email is ljrteach@gmail.com The cyclists will arrive sometime in the mid-afternoon and depart by 9:00am the next day.

The Downtown festival will see two bands take the stage. Blake Jack and South 35, a group from Des Moines, mainly plays country music such as Brooks and Dunn to Jason Aldean. The Spazmatics are the main act, and they bring all of the good from the 80s and leave the bad in that decade.

Shelbi Remick spoke about the need for volunteers, from greeting riders to helping in the beverage garden and giving out information, they need you. Please email info@mpiowa.org if you are interested in volunteering. Remember, it will be 80 with a light tail wind on Friday, July 26th, atleast one can hope!