THE REDFIELD REVIEW
JANUARY 2014
Redfield Public Library
Monday 1-6pm Tuesday 9am-12pm, 1-6pm Wednesday 1-6pm Thursday 1-6pm Friday 1-6pm Saturday 9am-12pm, 1-4pm
The DNR will be presenting the program Woodchuck Wonders on Thursday, January 16th at 4
pm at the library.
New Adult Books at the Library:
Winners by Danielle Steel
Classified by Fern Michaels
Unspoken by Dee Henderson
Silent Night by Robert Parker
The All-Girl Filling Station’s Last Reunion by Fannie Flagg
Cold Vengeance by Douglas Preston and Lincoln Child
New Audio Books at the Library:
Beautiful Ruins by Jess Walton
Here on Earth by Alice Hoffman
Sharp Objects by Gillian Flynn
New DVD’s at the Library:
Christmas Child with William Moses & Megan Follows
Burn Notice with Bruce Campbell
Christmas Cupid with Christine Milian & Chad Michael Montgomery
The Assassination of Jesse James with Brad Pitt
The Santa Incident with Greg Germann
The Night Before the Night Before Christmas with Jennifer Beals
Parental Guidance with Billy Crystal & Bette Midler
Did You Hear About the Morgans with Hugh Grant & Sarah Jessica Parker
Barbie A Perfect Christmas
It’s A SpongeBob Christmas
Merry Scary Holiday with Scooby Doo
Submitted by Lori Stonehocker
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January 2014
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Redfield American Legion Auxiliary
The December meeting of the American Legion Auxiliary was held the evening of the 17th with
twelve members answering roll call. The Secretary’s report of the November meeting was read
and approved followed by a report of our monies by the Treasurer. It was good to see Velda
again.
The correspondence was read and discussed. Julie Bailey had a nice letter from the Puppy
Jake people thanking us for the nice evening they had with us and our donation to them.
The Girls’ State Program was talked about. No one has applied to go. Our money has been
sent in so if we don’t have someone go we get it back. We hope someone goes as it is a
worthy program.
A discussion was had on helping someone at Christmas but as it is so late our help we gave
moneywise to the Sarah’s Caring will be it for this year. We also gave to the Food Pantry
earlier.
There being no further business we adjourned.
Mary Rolston served a very tasty cupcake and a good hot cup of coffee before we journeyed
home.
Submitted by Martha Hill, Secretary
Bingo will be held at the
Redfield Legion Hall on the
2nd and 4th Sundays of
each month through
March. Come check it out
this month on January 12th
and 26th 2-4pm.
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Redfield American Legion Auxiliary Looking for Girls State Candidates
Iowa Girls State is one of the premier programs sponsored by the American Legion Auxiliary and was
all started by a dream of four women over 66 years ago in hopes of teaching young women about the
political process. Girls State is a "learning by doing" program, which takes the girls through the entire
political process.
It covers city government which is non-partisan in Iowa. Each citizen is assigned to a floor, which is her
city for the week. Early in the week, the girls elect their mayors and city councils, transact city business,
pass city ordinances and work on a city project for judging later. They are also divided into political
parties and campaign to get their parties candidates elected and create party loyalty. By the end of the
week, they have elected county and state officials. On Friday evening, Inauguration is held which
includes the closing of the final joint session of the House and Senate, the installation of the Governor
and her officials, and many scholarships are awarded and the Girls Nation Senators are announced.
Girls State Citizens must be between their junior and senior year of high school and are selected by their
local American Legion Auxiliary Unit.
The Redfield American Legion Auxiliary selects a local girl each year to attend Girls State, a youth
citizenship program for young women. Girls State will be held Sunday, June 15, 2014 through Friday,
June 20, 2014 on the campus of Iowa State University in Ames, Iowa.
The suggested qualifications include:
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Leadership
Honesty
Scholarship
Cooperativeness & Courage
Community Participation
Interest in Government or Politics
Rank in upper half of class
Excellent health, physically & mentally
We are requesting that you provide us with information if you wish to be further considered for being
Redfield’s 2014 representative at Girls State. Please submit an essay outlining your desire to attend
Girls State and any additional information on why you meet the above mentioned qualifications. You do
not have to meet all of the qualifications, these are suggestions from the State Auxiliary Office.
Submit your essay and additional information about yourself by February 7, 2014. The members of the
Redfield American Legion Auxiliary will make the final selection at their February meeting and you
will be notified as soon as possible. Please submit your information via the US Postal Service or by
email to the addresses below:
Julie Bailey, 27876 El Paso Ave, Redfield, IA 50233 Email: [email protected] Phone: 515-490-4754
If you wish additional information about the Girls State program, visit: http://ialegion.org/girlsstate/
This website will provide all the information you need about Girls State.
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Redfield American Legion
December’s meeting was held on the 2nd. Commander Baker opened the meeting with 13
members present. The minutes were read and approved. The financial report was read and
approved.
Old Business:
There was discussion regarding the post flag and how the decals are coming off. A motion
was made by Martin to buy 2 new decals and tassle. It was seconded by Ketelsen.
A report was given that Heather Godwin Pote has collected enough money to repair lights at
the middle school football field.
Boys’ State discussion was held. A motion was made by Eide to send 1 boy to Boys’ State.
The motion was seconded by Martin and the motion carried.
New Business:
The need for plates for Saturday morning breakfast was discussed. Eide made a motion to
buy 2 dozen more plates. The motion was seconded by Soulis and the motion carried.
The need for replacing the water cooler we are presently using was discussed. Martin made a
motion to buy a new water chiller. Borcherding seconded and the motion carried.
Eide suggested having a ceiling fan or fans installed in the meeting room. This was tabled
until later.
It was also brought up that we need to contact the people to clean the exhaust system in the
kitchen. This was done on Wednesday, December 18th.
Jack Soulis is replacing Dave Lantz as chaplain.
Submitted by Albert Carmichael
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Redfield Medical Clinic News
Expanded Health Insurance assistance is now available:
To see if you are eligible for health care insurance and compare the cost of policies go to
www.healthcare.gov or call 1-800-318-2596. If you have problems applying or questions
you can contact a health care navigator. For Dallas County residents call the visiting nurses
services at 515 288-1516 or PP Heartland at 877 811-7525.
Eligibility for assistance with the cost of health care insurance now extends up to 400% of the
Federal Poverty Level (approximately $46,000 for a single individual). One never knows when
catastrophic illness or injury will occur so it is best to be prepared by having medical
insurance.
Avoiding "colds":
There still is no cure for the common cold. Nor is there an immunization to prevent a cold.
But getting a flu immunization may decrease the chance of contacting a cold. So can regular
exercise, drinking plenty of fluids, keeping hands away from your face, adequate and regular
sleep, hand washing, proper humidity and hand sanitizer use. And, remember, antibiotics do
nothing for the common cold. If you contract a cold treat the symptoms. If you have
questions contact your health care provider.
Submitted by Ed Friedman
Redfield next’s Blood Drive
will be held on
Tuesday, January 14th
at the Redfield Legion Hall
from 3 to 7pm.
Stop in and donate!
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The residents of Redfield would like to thank the following businesses for sponsoring and supporting
another successful 2013 Winterfest celebration.
Redfield- Tk’s Auto, Redfield Medical Clinic, Hair Junction, Dexfield Diner, First State Bank, National
Investors, Redtown Tire, Salon B, Casey’s General Store, Off Sides Pizza & Pub, Redfield Middle School
and Recreation, and KENT Feedstore.
Dexter- Red Maple Greenhouse, and Hands N Harmony.
Adel- , Valo Biomedia, NAPA, Culligan, Adel Chrysler Dodge Jeep, Adel Healthmart, Sumpter Pharmacy,
Fareway, Angela Johnson (Russell Slater Insurance), Penoach Whinery, Next 2 New, and Korey’s Tire.
Perry- Medicap Pharmacy, Bacon Jewelers, Ben’s 5 and Dime, Hotel Pattee, Perry Theatre and Mars
Dairy Bar.
Waukee- McDonald’s Hy-vee, Shottenkirk Chevrolet, Stivers Ford, Domino’s Pizza, Fareway, Los Tres
Amigos, Waukee Hardware, YMCA, and Jimmy Johns.
Panora- Abigail Annies, Ben’s Ben and Dime, Sew Inspirational, 5X80 Golf, Panorama Gardens, and
Panora Auto Parts.
Stuart- NAPA, Country Kitchen, Burger King, Shaw Belden Insurance, Town and Country Insurance,
Patrons Mutual Insurance, Stuart Realty/Varley Law, True Value, Interstate Chevrolet, Wright
Pharmacy, Hometown Food, Stuart Bowl, Stuart Flowers, MK Salon, Stuart Veterinary Clinic, Los Altos
Mexican Restaurant, Stuart Recreation, Fremont Theatre, and Dr. Siebrasse.
Earlham- Hometown Market, Montross Pharmacy, Hank’s Hardware, and Mark Tigges (MPT Electric).
Des Moines and surrounding area- Des Moines Pediatric Dental Center, Rittler & Weston Dental
Office, Isabelle Bloom, Fiscus Diamond, and Funky Zebra.
We’d also like to thank a host of individual members in the community who gave selfless time and
energy in the success of Winterfest including but not limited to the Godwin/Pote family, Mayor Alt and
family, the Yori family, Lynne Barnehouse, The Redfield Development Committee, Santa Clause, those
who provided chili for the cook-off and the Redfield Middle School Student Council and cheerleaders.
Also, a heartfelt thank you to Dustin Light for the beautiful park light display!!
Submitted by Heather Watson
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January 2014
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Cottage Pantry Charitable Service
November 2013
Number of Families Served: 107
Total for the month 319
This includes 57 Holiday Baskets
Total Volunteer hours: 159 + 7 WCV Student Hours
Hours: Wednesday 2:00 p.m.-5 p.m.
Open 2 & 4 Saturday from 9-11a.m.
Items needed at this time:
Sugar 5# or 25# we will break down to smaller sizes
Flour 5# & 25# we will break down to smaller sizes
Jam & Jelly
Peanut Butter
Bar Soap
Dish Soap
Laundry Soap
Shampoo (15oz or smaller size)
Paper Products (toilet paper, paper towels, Kleenex)
Check out Dollar General and Dollar Tree for some of these items as these items can be bought for
$1.00 or less.
These are some of the items that we have not been able to get at the IA FOOD BANK.
Contact Persons: Marlis Beeler 515-523-1301 & Vi Jones 515-523-1350
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Redfield City Council
December 3, 2013
The Redfield City Council met in regular session on Tuesday, December 3, 2013. Mayor Alt called
the meeting to order at 7 pm. Present were council members Lantz, Hoy, Bowman, Godwin-Pote,
and Danielson, and Clerk Light.
Mayor Alt asked if there were any additions to the agenda. Two items were added under new
business, a City Council Christmas Party and a Legion Breakfast to raise money for park
equipment. A motion was made by Godwin-Pote and seconded by Lantz to add these two items
and approve the agenda. Roll call vote – all ayes.
Bowman made a motion to approve the Consent Agenda which included the minutes of the last
meeting, claims paid, Library report, and the Dexfield Diner and Pub, L.L.C. Liquor License
Renewal. Hoy seconded the motion. Roll call vote – all ayes.
Jim Eide, Zoning Administrator, reported no permits were issued in November.
Clay Leonard, Dallas County Deputy, reported on some thefts in the area and after checking city
code, he will speak with Hayden regarding parking his truck in the business district as several
close calls of accidents have been reported to the clerk’s office. The council also discussed people
burning leaves in the street, which is prohibited.
Jon McAvoy, representative for the Greater Dallas County Development Alliance spoke to the
council about the importance of renewal of membership. The rate is still $2 per capita.
Terry Danielson, Public Works Director, reported a leak was fixed on Clark and Taylor. He also
had results of a Sanitary Survey from the DNR which listed requirements, all of which are done,
and recommendations for the future. The main recommendation was to prepare for the water
storage tank to be out of service, cleaned, and painted while ensuring system pressures stay the
same. Danielson will contact Xenia Rural Water regarding an emergency hookup while cleaning
the tower and report back on this issue.
Danielson said he talked to Denny Wisecup and he will be here within two weeks to clear the
property south of City Hall.
Lantz moved and Bowman seconded approval of the 2013 Annual Financial Report. Roll call vote
– all ayes.
Bowman made a motion and Lantz seconded approval to purchase the Winburn property at 707
Grant Street in the amount of $2,000 and to pass Resolution 2013-24, Notice of Intent to Sell. Roll
call vote – all ayes. The public hearing will be on January 7, 2014, at 7:30 p.m.
The list of nuisance properties was reviewed. Notice to abate will be sent to owner of 712 First
Street property.
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A City Council Christmas Party was discussed and will be held on December 17, 2013 at the
Dexfield Diner. The Mayor or a City Council member will attend the next Redfield American
Legion meeting to see about working a breakfast to raise money for some new park equipment.
Godwin-Pote moved to adjourn, Lantz seconded. Meeting adjourned.
Deb Light, City Clerk
From the Editor:
Review submissions should be sent to me by the 25th of each month. If you want to receive
the Review by email, please email me at [email protected].
Are you interested in putting an advertisement in the Redfield Review? Advertisement
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to help with the cost of the printing of the Review. We print 500 copies of the Review each
month to distribute to the residents of Redfield, so every little bit helps. Donations can be
mailed to me at: Cristin Lantz, PO Box 80, Redfield, IA 50233. Thank you!
Cristin Lantz, Redfield Review Editor
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Who Ya Gonna Call?
Alliant Energy
Avon – Saralyn Johnson
Awesome Windshield Repair
Backroads Recordkeeping (Pam Paardekooper)
Baker Heating & Cooling
Casey’s Pizza
Casey’s Store
City Hall
City Public Works
Dairy Shoppe
800-822-4348
515-710-2200
515-554-1173
515-833-2485
515-559-6778
515-833-2983
515-833-2990
515-833-2512
515-833-2600
515-833-2815
Dale Valley Vineyards
DC Conservation Hanging Rock
Dexfield Diner
First State Bank
Glen-Gery Brick
Hair Junction
Head Start (Christina Schalk)
Heartland Co-op
Hide It Here Mini Storage
James Hendricks, Notary Public
Hy-Vac Laboratory
Iowa State Patrol
Iowa Realty – Janell Ketelson
Jehovah’s Witness
Kate’s Salon and Spa
Kuhn Funeral Home
Lawns by Light – Dustin Light
Light Brothers Trucking
Mangano Electric
Mediacom Cable
515-523-2199
515-465-3577
515-833-2927
515-833-2303
515-833-2828
515-833-2323
515-987-7428
515-833-2953
515-360-1695
515-833-8000
515-833-2322
800-525-5555
515-453-5833
515-833-2806
515-789-4100
515-789-4621
515-480-7243
515-833-2365
515-993-4244
800-432-9213
The Stuart Fremont Theatre
124 N Fremont St
Stuart, Iowa
515-523-1225
MidAmerican Energy
National Investors Home Office
National Investors North
Off Sides Pizza & Pub
Okoboji Pallet
The Queen’s Cakery
Post Office
Raccoon River Retreats
Raccoon Valley Plumbing
Redfield American Legion Hall Rental
(Al Carmichael)
Redfield Christian Church
Redfield Feed & Supply
Redfield Locker
Redfield Medical Clinic
Redfield Public Library
Redtown Tires
Salon B
Shorts Lawncare
South Dallas Head Start (Adel)
T K’s Auto
Thomas Street Tap
Tony’s Chop Shop
The Twisted Meatball
United Methodist Church
Waste Management
West Central Valley Schools
Dexter
Redfield
Stuart
Windstream
888-427-5632
515-833-2616
515-833-2999
515-833-2900
515-833-2412
816-341-2298
515-833-2741
515-833-2636
515-612-2666
515-833-2823
515-833-2785
515-833-2280
515-833-2920
515-833-2301
515-833-2200
515-833-2400
515-240-7807
515-480-7801
515-993-1190
515-833-2377
515-833-2379
515-240-7459
515-833-2381
515-833-2946
800-781-4498
515-789-4480
515-833-2331
515-523-1313
800-347-1991
The Perry Grand 3 Theatre
1312 – 2nd Street
Perry, Iowa
515-465-4262
www.spotlightmovies.com
Become a friend on Facebook
Call or check the website for Movies and show times.
First Run Movies
Dolby Digital Sound
Stadium Seating
High Back Rocking Chairs
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JANUARY 2014
SUNDAY
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY THURSDAY
1
2
FRIDAY
3
SATURDAY
4
6-9 am
Legion
Breakfast
5
6
7
8
9
5 pm Library
7 pm City
Board Mtg
Council
11:30 am
7pm Legion
Bridge Club
Meeting
10
11
12
13
17
18
2-4 pm
BINGO
14
6:30 pm
Lions Club
Dinner Mtg.
7 pm
Historical
Society
20
21
26
27
28
2-4 pm
BINGO
6:30 pm
Lions Club
Business
Mtg.
16
3-7pm
Blood Drive
19
7pm
Developmt.
Meeting
15
7 pm
Women’s
Legion
Auxiliary
6-9 am
Legion
Breakfast
4pm
DNR at the
Library
22
29
11:30 am
Bridge Club
6-9 am
Legion
Breakfast
23
24
30
31
25
6-9 am
Legion
Breakfast