Wayland City Council Meeting Agenda

By Theresa Rose · Tuesday, September 6th, 2022 at 4:17 pm CDT

Wayland City Council meet Wednesday, September 7 at 7:30 pm at the Winfield 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 August 17, 2022
b. Bills for Payment
c. Treas. Report
d. Clerks Budgetary Report
e. Utility Dept. Report
f. Police Dept. Report
g. Firefighter Dept. 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. Sewer Extension Project – 400 Block E Hwy 78
5. New Business
a. STS Natural Gas Service Agreement Renewal
b. Approve WACO Homecoming Parade – September 23 at 5:00 pm
c. City Hall Office Carpet Replacement Quote
d. Adopt Gas System Operating and & Maintenance Plan – Revision 1.0
e. Set Date(s) for Main Street Greet & Treat and City-Wide Trick or Treat Night
f. North Plains Estates Plat I – Developer Inquiry
g. Review Electric Franchise Ordinance Renewal from Alliant Energy
h. GIS Asset Status Tracker Equipment – Silversmith Data
6. Building Permits – Approved
Braden Blake – Resurface decking on front porch (maintenance), concrete existing patio
and walkway, resurface existing decking with composite at 402 E Railroad Street
Raymond Delzell – 8’L x 18’W x 9’H wood front porch with roof at 404 S Pearl St.
7. Adjournment

John Anthony Miller

By Theresa Rose · Tuesday, September 6th, 2022 at 4:10 pm CDT

John Anthony Miller, 38, of Wayland, died Monday, September 5, 2022, at the University of Iowa Hospital. A celebration of his life will be held Saturday, September 10, 2022, at 11:00 AM at Bethel Church in rural Wayland. Burial will follow at the Bethel Cemetery. Visitation will be held Friday, September 9, 2022, from 5 – 7 PM at the Bethel Church. A memorial fund has been established for the family’s use; checks may be written to Bethel Church.

John was born January 10, 1984, in Henry County, the son of William “Bill” J. and Donna A. (Witmer) Miller. He was born and raised in Wayland and graduated from IMS. He farmed with his father, operated heavy equipment, and worked at Cornerstone Excavating since 2008. John appreciated good food and enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his nieces and nephews. He was a continuous learner of many subjects, particularly history. He had an amazing memory and was a vault of information. He enjoyed the farm and spending time outdoors. John’s relationship with Jesus guided his life and he was a great man of faith. He will be remembered as a thoughtful and generous man with a great sense of humor.

Survivors include six siblings: William “BJ” (Jana) Miller, Doug (Jennifer) Miller both of Wayland, Christina Miller of Cedar Rapids, Matt (Lisa) Miller, Elizabeth Miller, and Patricia Miller (fiancé Matthew Goers) all of Wayland, ten nieces and nephews: Kaleb, Whitney, Walker, Kiana, Delaney, Kinzey, Chancey, Payton, Holden and Finnley.

Preceding John in death were his parents, infant brother Michael, nephew Michael Miller and niece Jaicey Miller.

Looks Like a Record Setting Year for 2022 Reunion

By Theresa Rose · Tuesday, September 6th, 2022 at 1:52 pm CDT

Mother Nature cooperated and played a part in what looks like a recording setting year for attendance at the Midwest Old Threshers Reunion in Mount Pleasant.  CEO and Administrator Terry McWilliams said Tuesday that preliminary numbers indicate a little over 37,000 people bought tickets to the annual event. That’s a new attendance record for the last 10 years. McWilliams said Saturday set a record for one day tickets sales, Sunday was in the top three or four, Friday’s attendance was up and Thursday was about the same as past years.  Russell Dickerson’s concert on Sunday night brought in the biggest crowd to the grandstand. But McWilliams was not disappointed with the attendance to the concerts on the other three nights.

Two Vehicle Collision Near Olds

By Theresa Rose · Tuesday, September 6th, 2022 at 1:34 pm CDT

On September 3, at approximately 5:45 PM the Henry County Sheriff’s Office took a report of a motor vehicle collision that occurred at U.S. Highway 218 and School Avenue near Olds.  After an investigation, it was found that Mauro Rivera of Saint Louis, Missouri, was operating a pickup truck and Shawn Still of Parnell, Iowa, driving a small passenger vehicle. While Shawn was traveling southbound on US Highway 218, Mauro entered US Highway 218 from School Avenue failing to yield the right of way causing a collision.  Mauro received two citations, Fail to Yield Upon Entering Through Highway and No Valid Driver’s License.  No injuries were reported and the total estimated damage was $23,000.

Deputies Investigate Assault in Rome, Iowa

By Theresa Rose · Tuesday, September 6th, 2022 at 1:23 pm CDT

On September 03, 2022, at approximately 11:04 P.M., the Henry County Sheriff’s Office received a call for a domestic disturbance at the 200 Block of West Main Street, in Rome.

Upon arrival at the scene, Henry County Deputies spoke with all the parties involved and resulting from the investigation, Darrell Lee Abbott, 50, of Lockridge, Iowa, was arrested for Domestic Abuse Assault – (Simple Misdemeanor) and Trespass – 1st Offense (Non-Scheduled Violation).

Hillsboro Man Arrested in Des Moines County

By Theresa Rose · Tuesday, September 6th, 2022 at 1:11 pm CDT

The Des Moines County Sheriff’s office has arrested Richard Leroy Parker Jr. on charges of Enticing a Minor Under the Age of 16 and Dissemination and Exhibition of Obscene Material to a Minor.  The investigation began August 29 into a person communicating with a social media profile for a 13 year old. September 1 Parker came to Des Moines County to meet with the minor he had been communicating with. He was arrested by Des Moines County Sheriff’s Department Detectives. Parker is already a registered sex offender.

Sports, September 6th

By Slaten Swords · Tuesday, September 6th, 2022 at 9:45 am CDT

High School Volleyball

The Mt. Pleasant freshman team competed in a tournament over the weekend winning two games out of three. Defeating Keokuk in straight sets, Van Buren in three sets, as they lost the first set, but they were able to battle back, but lost to Fort Madison to end the day. The Varsity team plays tonight at Burlington at 7:15 pm.

Winfield-Mt. Union plays Columbus tonight at home at 7:30 pm. The Wolves are fresh off a tournament win at English Valleys where they did not drop a set in four games. The Wolves are led by seniors Melina Oepping, who leads the team in kills with 53, and Keely Malone, who leads the team in assists with 152.

WACO will clash with Lone Tree tonight at WACO. The Warriors lost in the championship game at the English Valleys Tournament against Winfield-Mt. Union. The Warriors are 7-1 on the season. The Warriors are led by senior Grace Coble who leads the team in assists with 100 and kills with 30.

Holy Trinity Catholic will battle with Burlington Notre Dame tonight at 7:30 pm. Both teams are ranked in the top 15 rankings for class 1A teams. The Crusaders are led by the Bendlages with Mary Kate leading the team in kills with 82 and Anna leading the team in assists with 171.

High School Football

Mt. Pleasant will be back on the road this Friday, September 9th, when they face off against the Keokuk Chiefs, both teams will be looking for their first win of the season. Senior Jacob Richtman will look to throw the ball all over the field while the Chiefs will look to keep it on the ground with Malachai Douglas, who is averaging over 100 yards per game. KILJ will be on the broadcast with kickoff scheduled for 7:30 pm, pregame at 7:15.

WACO will be on the road to play English Valleys this Friday, September 9th, at 7 pm.  The Warriors are led by seniors Isaac Oswald and Simeon Reichenbach who both have a total of nine touchdowns on the season.

Winfield-Mt. Union suffered their first loss of the season against Iowa Valley last week, while New London got their first win of the season against Tri-County last Friday. They face off at Winfield-Mt. Union September 9th at 7 pm.

Fairfield plays Eddyville-Blakesburg-Fremont at home, while Washington defends their home field against Clear Creek Amana at 7:30 pm both games this Friday.

 Iowa Wesleyan Athletics

The Tigers Volleyball team will be looking for their first win tonight at 7 pm against Hannibal-LaGrange University. This is the first of a three-game home stand for the Tigers this week.

Men’s and Women’s soccer play tomorrow with the men’s team playing Mount Mercy University at 6 pm and the women’s team playing Lyon College at 3 pm.

The Tiger Football team will be on the road this Saturday, September 10th, at Westminster College. Both teams will be looking for their first win of the season as the Tigers fell in quadruple overtime last Saturday. Zach Chevalier threw two touchdown passes on the game, Jordan Beban rushed for 125 yards, Asaivien McWilliams was the leading receiver with 98 yards, and Gavin DePedro tallied 13 tackles, one for a loss, and half a sack.

This Day in Sports History

1943 – The youngest player to appear in an American League baseball game was pitcher Carl Scheib of the Philadelphia Athletics. Scheib was 16 years, eight months and five days old.

1989 – The Pittsburgh Steelers were banned from practicing on their own field, Three Rivers Stadium, because The Rolling Stones were rehearsing for their upcoming concert.

1995 – Cal Ripken played his 2,131st consecutive game setting a new record. Lou Gehrig previously held the record.

2022 Old Threshers Miss Sweet 16 is Crowned

By Theresa Rose · Monday, September 5th, 2022 at 11:14 am CDT

The 2022 Old Threshers Miss Sweet 16 is Josie Gilmore. Josie is the daughter of Julie and Jeff Gilmore of Mount Pleasant. First Runner-Up is Natalie McCormick, the daughter of Lea and Colin McCormick. Second Runner-Up is Addison Bentler, the daughter of Don and Tonya Bentler and Miss Volunteer is Megan Borders. Her parents are Mike and Sara Borders. Coordinator Danielle Davidson the scoring for all 12 of the contestants was very close.  In fact, there were some ties.  Davidson said the tie breaker is volunteerism.  The girls are judged on in interviews with judges, a presentation and scoring by a different panel of secret judges who watch how the contestants interact with the Reunion visitors out on the grounds.  Miss Volunteer is the young lady who receives the highest score from the secret judges and is judged most knowledgeable about Old Threshers