On 06/14/22 at 6:15 pm the Mt Pleasant Police Department responded to the Mt Pleasant Aquatic Center for a fight in progress between two groups of females. Upon arrival a vehicle was stopped leaving the scene. The investigation determined that during the incident Montelle Lomax of Mt Pleasant struck a female in the face causing injuries before leaving. He was arrested and charged with Disorderly Conduct and Assault Causing Bodily Injury. The investigation is ongoing and further charges on other participants are expected.

Terry Allan Hay, 72, of Mt. Pleasant, died Sunday, June 12, 2022 at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics.

Terry was born October 29, 1949 in Iowa City, IA. He was the son of PFC Eldwin “Tex” and Shirley (Goss) Hay. He was raised in Ft. Madison and graduated from Ft Madison High School in 1968.

Terry was a veteran of the Vietnam War. He enlisted into the United States Marine Corps on September 4, 1968 in Des Moines. He was based out of 29 Palms California, specializing in electronics. He served in the Republic of Vietnam from 1970 to 1971, achieving the rank of Sergeant. He was honorably discharged on September 1, 1972 at 29 Palms.

Upon his return, Terry attended and graduated from Iowa Wesleyan University in Mt. Pleasant. He then began a lengthy career with the former Motorola Corp. He started in the Mailroom and retired as a Production Supervisor. For many years, Terry was also the proprietor of the Backdoor Bar in Mt. Pleasant.

Terry was united in marriage to Tammy Allen. The couple later divorced. On March 21, 2007, Terry was united in marriage to Janet Sue “Jan” McDonald. He is survived by his wife, Jan of Mt. Pleasant; a son, Shawn (Becky) Hay of Danville, IA; grandchildren – Cheyeanne (Jacob) Walter of Stronghurst, IL and Ashely (Avery) Strausbaugh of New London; great-grandchildren Eva Jade Walter and Meyer Strausbaugh; brothers – Steve (Debra) Hay and Thad (Laurie) Hay, all of Ft. Madison; a sister – Cindy (Daniel) Boon of Ft. Madison; a half-sister, Stephanie Turner of Iowa City and 2 step brothers, Tim and Pete Peters of Ft. Madison; nieces and nephews – Chris (Rhonda) Hay of Solon, Heather (Travis) Carson of West Liberty, Seabrook (Jodie) Hay of Ft. Madison, Shad (Kayla) Hay of West Point, Amanda, Julie and Sarah Hay and Matthew and Brian Boon, all of Ft. Madison; great nieces and nephews Wyatt and Kylee of Solon, Carson of West Liberty, Brenden and Danika of Ft. Madison and Hayden and Aubrey of West Point, and Terry’s 1^st wife Tammy Allen of Danville.

Terry’s parents, brother Douglas Hay, niece Megan Hay and grandparents LT. Col. Elmer & Fern Hay and Frederick and Evelyn Goss Jr. precede him in death.

A memorial celebration of life will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, June 17 at the Kimzey Funeral Home, 213 N. Main St., Mt. Pleasant. Chaplain Tim Hadley of the Iowa Army National Guard will officiate. Burial with Military Honors will be at 11:00 AM on Saturday, June 18 in the Soldiers Circle of Oakland Cemetery, Ft. Madison, IA. Friends may call from 12 Noon to 7 PM on Thursday at the funeral home. The family will be present to receive friends from 5-7 PM.

The funeral will be livestreamed on the Kimzey Funeral Home Facebook page. On-line condolences may be left at www.kimzeyfuneralhome.com

Those considering an expression of sympathy may direct memorials to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial or to Wreaths Across America.

On 6/9/22, the Mt Pleasant PD arrested Travis Beggs age 41 of Mt Pleasant in connection to an ongoing drug investigation. A search warrant had been executed at his residence. During the warrant, several ounces of Heroin was located. Marijuana, scales, items for distribution, and US Currency were also located.

The investigation revealed that Beggs was selling marijuana and heroin to juvenile minors as well as adults. He was taken into custody and turned over to the Henry County Jail where he was held.

Beggs was charged with Drug Distribution to a minor, a class B felony, Possession of Heroin with intent to distribute, a class C Fleony, and Possession of marijuana with intent to distribute, a class D Felony.

The investigation is ongoing and more charges are expected.

Wayland City Meeting at 7:30 pm Wednesday, June 15 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 June 1, 2022
b. Bills for Payment
c. CD Renewals
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. Ord. 10-2022 “ An Ordinance Amending the Code of Ordinances of the City of
Wayland, Iowa, by Amending Water Rates and Charges” (Final reading)
5. New Business
a. Request To Apply For Grant To Improve Bomber Field Drainage/Lights (WYAA)
b. Res. 2022-15 “A Resolution Authorizing Wages And Benefits For City Employees
For The Fiscal Year of July 1, 2022 Through June 30, 2023”
c. Res. 2022-16 “Resolution To Transfer Funds FYE22”
d. Red Flag Tour – Blocking Section of Main Street September 24
e. Set Special Council Meeting Date For Public Works Position Interviews
f. Discuss Natural Gas Purchases/Rates
6. Building Permits – Approved
Ron See – New Frame 76’ x 51.4’ (includes 3 car garage) at 805 N Pearl St.
Caylon DeVaul – 16’ x 16’ x 8’ wood deck with gazebo attached at 409 W Main
Chad Rohe – Re-roof house at 302 W Main St.
7. Adjournment
MAYOR: Chet Fort
COUNCIL: Melinda Ullery,
Aaron Barnhart, Jamie Roth,
Kathie Grimm, Caylon DeVaul
CLERK: Beverly Conrad
TREAS: Terry Kaufman
ATTORNEY: Lynch Dallas
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Main Street Mount Pleasant

RECEIVES 2022 MAIN STREET AMERICA ACCREDITATION

Mount Pleasant, Iowa June 14, 2022)] – Main Street Mount Pleasant has been designated as an Accredited Main Street America™ program for meeting rigorous performance standards. Each year, Main Street America and its partners announce the list of Accredited programs to recognize their exceptional commitment to preservation-based economic development and community revitalization through the Main Street Approach™.

“We are extremely proud to recognize this year’s 863 nationally Accredited Main Street America programs that have worked tirelessly to advance economic vitality and quality of life in their downtowns and commercial districts,” said Patrice Frey, President & CEO of Main Street America. “During another incredibly challenging year, these programs demonstrated the power of the Main Street movement to respond to the needs of their communities. I am inspired by their steadfast leadership and innovative solutions to drive essential local recovery efforts, support small businesses, and nurture vibrant downtown districts.”

In 2021, Main Street America programs generated $5.76 billion in local reinvestment, helped open 6,601 net new businesses, generated 30,402 net new jobs, catalyzed the rehabilitation of 10,595 historic buildings, and leveraged 1,427,729 volunteer hours. On average, for every dollar that a Main Street program spent to support their operations, it generated $19.34 of new investment back into Main Street communities.

Main Street Mount Pleasant’s performance is annually evaluated by Main Street Iowa, which works in partnership with Main Street America to identify the local programs that meet rigorous national performance standards. Evaluation criteria determines the communities that are building meaningful and sustainable revitalization programs and include standards such as, fostering strong public-private partnerships, supporting small and locally owned businesses, and actively preserving historic places, spaces, and cultural assets.

Main Street Mount Pleasant is celebrating their 20 – year anniversary this year.  In the past 20 years we have seen over $23 million private investment in the downtown area, 70 new businesses open, 62 new upper story housing units created, and over 56,000 volunteer hours put into the downtown.

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Mt. Pleasant Municipal Utilities would like to inform customers of the new utility billing statement format, which began with the June 10^th billing. Customer statements will come in an envelope and will have a full page of account information.  All previous billing dates, due dates and automatic payments (ACH) will remain the same, as well as all previous accepted forms of payments.