AGENDA
September 20, 2022
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9:00 Jake Hotchkiss, Engineer Weekly Update
9:30 Carosh to discuss Next Year Contract
10:00 Rich McNamee, Resolution #44-2022
Henry County Jail Replacing Keyless Entry & MOU
10:15 SEIRPC
Resolution #45-2022 for ARPA Reporting & MOU
Other County Business as time allows
Supervisors Sub-Committee Update
High School Football
The Mt. Pleasant Panthers are at home tonight to face off against West Burlington, who is also 0-3 after losing to Mediapolis last Friday. Jacob Richtman is top 10 in Class 4A for every meaningful passing statistic, while the Falcons are led by junior quarterback Caden Schwenker, who presents a dual threat with over 500 total yards and 5 total touchdowns through the first three games. Tune into KILJ for the game, kickoff scheduled for 7:30 pm, pregame at 7:15 pm.
WACO will face off with Iowa Valley tonight. The Warriors are led by a pair of seniors in Isaac Oswald and Simeon Reichenbach, while Iowa Valley depends on dual threat quarterback Evan Kearney, who leads 8-man football with 30 total touchdowns on the season. This game is scheduled to start at 7 pm.
Winfield-Mt. Union tries to right the ship against HLV, and New London will celebrate homecoming against English Valleys. Both games scheduled to start at 7 pm.
Fort Madison will defend their home field against Washington, while Fairfield will travel to play Knoxville. The Bloodhounds are led by Aidan Boyer, who has tossed 457 yards and four touchdowns. The Demons will lean on talented senior running back Tayven Stuart.
High School Volleyball
In a historic night for Winfield-Mt. Union, the Wolves handled Lone Tree in straight sets: 25-6, 25-15, 25-18. Bradie Buffington led the team in kills with 13, Keetyn Townsley tallied 5 aces and 14 digs, but most importantly a new school record was captured by Keely Malone after last night’s 25 assist performance. She passed Samantha Walker’s record of 1175 set in the 2001 season; Malone now has 1187 assists with plenty of games left to add on to that total. The Wolves will be competing in the SEISC Tournament next Thursday, September 22nd.
WACO captured their tenth win of the season after defeating Pekin in straight sets with the closest game being 25-11 in the first set. Ellah Kissell led the team in kills with 14 while Grace Coble paced the team with 28 assists.
The New London Tigers defeat Mediapolis in a competitive match yesterday, ultimately, still winning in straight sets: 26-24, 25-17, and 25-18. The Tigers next competition is tomorrow at the North Mahaska Invite.
In a match that needed all five sets to determine a winner, it was Holy Trinity Catholic that came up just short as West Burlington won the fifth set 15-6. After dropping the first set, the Crusaders came back and won the second and third set before the Falcons, led by Sophia Armstrong’s 22 kill performance, were able to pull out the win. The Crusaders next game will be against Fort Madison on Monday, September 19th.
Mt. Pleasant’s next game will be tomorrow, September 17th, when the Panthers compete at the Ottumwa Invitational.
Iowa Wesleyan Athletics
The Tiger volleyball team will be competing in the UHSP Tournament in St. Louis starting today and finishing up on the 17th, with their first match taking place at 5 pm against College of the Ozarks.
The Tigers football team will be at home this Saturday, September 17th, to play Finlandia University at noon. KILJ will be on the call with pregame set to start at 11:45 am.
Both Tiger soccer teams will travel to clash with William Woods University tomorrow, September 17th. The Women’s team plays at 1 pm, while the Men’s team will play at 3:30 pm.
After talking to Coach Davis yesterday on Tiger Nation, it wouldn’t be a surprise to see Lily Garnsey, Runner of the Week, turn in faster times as the season progresses.
“Actually it was a little slower than we actually anticipated, the course was a little hillier than the course description was. Part of the reason we went there because we thought it was going to provide faster times. Obviously, its her first time winning the award, so it’s hard to complain, but I know she was still disappointed with the time a little bit after. I think that’s unique thing about our group, you know, that was a lifetime best for her but she put in a lot of work over the summer. She’s working harder than anyone in our conference.”
This Day in Sports History
1924 – Jim Bottomley knocked in 12 runs in a single game setting a Major League Baseball record.
1953 – The St. Louis Browns of the American League were given permission to move to Baltimore, MD, where they became the Baltimore Orioles.
2004 – NHL commissioner Gary Bettman imposed a lockout due to an impasse in contract negotiations. The players union and NHL officials did not meet again until December 9.
Jane M. Gatlin, 68, passed away Thursday, September 15, 2022, at the University of Iowa Hospital. A graveside service will be held Wednesday, September 21, 2022, at 11:30 AM at Holy Trinity Catholic Cemetery in Richmond. The family will greet friends from 9 -11 AM at the Peterseim Funeral Home in Kalona. In lieu of flowers a memorial fund has been established for the Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center.
Jane Mildred (Rotenburger) Gatlin was born September 3, 1954, in Iowa City, the daughter of Leonard and Lela Mae (Parson) Rotenburger. She graduated from Mt. Pleasant High School. On August 29, 1975, she was united in marriage to Donald Gatlin in Fairfield. Jane worked at Sheller Globe and AIC for 38 years. She enjoyed camping, spending time with her grandkids, great-grandkids, and friends.
Survivors include her children: Jeanny Gatlin, Jeremy (Veronica) Gatlin, Samantha Lycke, goddaughter Crystal Fanatia, three grandchildren: Adreanna Stedman, Dakota Fanatia, Larissa Gatlin, five great-grandchildren: Azrial Lycke, Jerry Lee Fanatia, Fallon Ross, Aiden Lycke and Beau Fanatia, three siblings: Jim (Jackie) Rotenburger, Sharon McDougal and Donna (Joe) Fanatia.
Preceding Jane in death were her parents, her husband Donald, her brother Gerald Rotenburger and her sister Lucille Rotenburger.
Wednesday, September 14, the Mount Pleasant City Council signed off on three street projects completed this summer. Harvey Drive was finished at a total cost of $340,615. The Madison Street reconstruction project came in at $838,636 and Oakbrook Place work totaled $128,476.
Also, at the regular council meeting, the first reading passed for a proposed amendment that would establish a fee structure for fire department services for those that don’t live int he city limits. There will be two more readings before final passage.
IowaWINS and the First Presbyterian Church of Mt Pleasant are hosting Carmen Elena Dias Anzora from El Salvador, an international peacemaker who is part of a group of seven individuals touring the country for the next month with the PC(USA)’s Peacemaking Program. Ms. Anzora will be visiting the First Presbyterian Church on Tuesday, September 27. Ms. Anzora will give a presentation about her work at 4:30 PM, and a potluck dinner will follow afterwards at 5:30 PM. The Presbyterian Peacemaking Program makes it possible for leaders from overseas partner denominations and organizations to visit Presbyterian congregations and institutions in the U.S. to bear witness and interpret peace and justice issues.
Since 1984 more than 350 International Peacemakers from 60 countries have been hosted through the Presbyterian Peacemaking Program. The International Peacemakers focus their time on 3 priority areas of the Presbyterian Mission Agency’s work: dismantling structural racism, alleviating systemic poverty and building congregational vitality. They also help Presbyterian’s live into a biblical commitment based on Matthew 25 by sharing unique experiences and stories from their work in the following areas:
This year the Peacemakers come from seven different countries or regions, including Cameroon, El Salvador, Madagascar, Malawi, Israel/Palestine, Rwanda, and Tuvalu (Pacific Islands). For more information, contact the First Presbyterian Church at firstpresbymtp@gmail.com. Visit the Presbyterian Peacemaking page for more information about the International Peacemakers.
Dr. Steve and Dr. Shelly Wickhm were inducted into the 2022 Iowa 4-H Hall of Fame during a ceremony at the 4-H Exhibits Building at the Iowa State Fair on Sunday, Aug. 21. Ninety-eight Iowa counties participated this year and selected 133 inductees for their outstanding service and dedication to 4-H. Inductees or their surviving family members were presented a certificate by the Iowa 4‑H Foundation President, Julie McGonegle, State 4-H Program Leader, Debbie Nistler, as they were introduced on stage.
Steve and Shelly have been and continue to be active supporters of the Henry County 4-H Program. Shelly served as the Secretary of the Henry County Extension Council for eight years. Both Shelly and Steve were 4-H Leaders. Steve being a leader of the Wayne Soil Savers 4-H Club for 15 years and Shelly the leader of the Country Creators. Shelly assisted with the startup of the Henry County 4-H Bottle Calf program and chaired the program for many years, as well as provided expertise for the 4-H Pet Show. Steve’s passion for Beef production in Henry County and as a large promoter of the production side of the 4-H Beef show emphasizing the importance of quality and the beef industry. Steve has served as the Henry County Fair Veterinarian for over 30 years, and has hosted numerous Beef Weigh-ins at his facility while providing guidance and support to beginning beef producers. As former 4-H’ers both Steve and Shelly encouraged 4-H participation with many Henry County youth and then their own triplets Blake, Hannah and Sterling. Steve provided support as a head leader to new incoming leaders, provided many hands on learning opportunities and club tours for the members of the Wayne Soil Savers.
Counties select inductees for their exceptional work in contributing to the lives of 4-H members and the overall 4-H program, said Erin Heaton, Henry County 4-H Youth Coordinator. Many inductees serve as club leaders, youth mentors, fair superintendents or fair board members, Iowa State University Extension and Outreach county council members, county youth council members, fair judges, financial supporters, chaperones or ISU Extension and Outreach staff members. The inductees have demonstrated dedication, encouragement, commitment and guidance to Iowa’s 4-H’ers through the years.
“We are honored to recognize these special individuals, for their advocacy and dedication to the Iowa 4-H program,” shared Iowa 4-H Foundation Executive Director, Emily Saveraid.
“This is a great way to honor the volunteers and staff across the state of Iowa that generously give their time and talents to foster positive partnerships with our 4-H youth,” said Tillie Good, Iowa 4-H staff and volunteer development manager.
The Iowa 4-H Hall of Fame was initiated in 2002 to help commemorate the 100th anniversary of 4-H. A summary of previous honorees was on display at the 2022 Iowa State Fair in the 4-H Exhibits Building. These summaries are also available at the Iowa 4-H Foundation office in the Extension 4-H Youth Building at Iowa State University. Information about previous inductees to the Iowa 4-H Hall of Fame also is available on the Iowa 4-H Foundation website, organized by year and by county. Go to www.iowa4hfoundation.org/ and select “Recognition” then “Iowa 4-H Hall of Fame.”
Wednesday, Sept. 14, just before 4 pm, the Mount Pleasant Police Department responded to the intersection of South Grand Avenue and East Washington Street for a report of a two vehicle accident. Upon investigation, it was determined that a vehicl operated by Kathleen Seberg of Mount Pleasant, was stopped at the intersection on South Grand Avenue facing north. A pickup operated by Philip Graber of Mount Pleasant, was stopped at the intersection on East Washington Street facing west. The Seberg continued through the intersection driving north. Graber failed to see the Seberg and continued through the intersection westbound. Graber’s truck struck the Seberg vehicle causing disabling damage. The combined damage of both vehicles is estimated to be in excess of $7,000.00. No injuries were reported.
On September 14, 2022, at approximately 10:15 P.M., the Henry County Sheriff’s Office conducted a traffic stop on US Highway 34 near Mile Marker 229 in Mount Pleasant on a vehicle for a traffic violation.
Upon speaking with the driver, later identified as Oscar Daniel Leyva Sandoval, 32, of Ottumwa, Iowa, it was discovered he currently held a suspended driving status through the State of Iowa. The vehicle was occupied by two other passengers, later identified as Jessica L. Jasso, 27, of Ottumwa, Iowa, and Deserae Ramirez, 24, of Ottumwa, Iowa.
Upon further investigation by deputies, a search was conducted of the vehicle where amounts of Methamphetamine, Marijuana, and drug paraphernalia were located.
Resulting from the investigation, Deserae was arrested for Possession of Controlled Substance – 3rd or Subsequent Offense (D Felony), Possession of Drug Paraphernalia – (Serious Misdemeanor), and Possession of Contraband in Correctional Institution – (D Felony). Oscar was issued a summons for Driving Under Suspension – (Simple Misdemeanor), Possession of Drug Paraphernalia – (Serious Misdemeanor), and was cited for Speeding Over 55 Zone (16 through 20 over) – (Non-scheduled Violation). Jessica was issued a summons for Possession of Drug Paraphernalia – (Serious Misdemeanor)
***A criminal charge is merely an accusation and the defendant are presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty.***
