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Vol. 11 No. 17

August 23, 2017

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Local News

Denny Hovinga Inducted into Hall of Fame in Fairmont, MNDenny Hovinga, Laurens local, was inducted into the Fairmont, MN Raceway’s Hall of Fame on Friday night, August 18. Denny has been known over the years by Ho-Ho, Big 10, Golden Bear. During the course of 40 years of dirt track racing from 1960-2000, Denny drove Hobby Stocks, Late Models, Sprint cars and lastly Modified. We are not sure of his total number of feature wins, but we are sure it is over 400. No one kept track over all the years. 2017 Fairmont Raceway’s Hall of Fame Inductees were Denny Hovinga,

Randy Green, Mark Sathoff, Clayton Hill, Les Wilden and Denny Garbers.Championships & Major Races Won:Boone Grand Nationals 1971

& 1979Alta, Webster City, Boone

Track Champion 1972Fairmont Speedway Track

Champion 1980Buena Vista Track Champion

1989Jackson Nationals Champion

1989Crawford County Speedway

Track Champion 1989 & 1991Fair Street Speedway Track

Champion 1989 & 1990Shelby County Track Champion 1991

Hamilton County Speedway Track Champion 1993

Other Major Accomplishments & Records:

1st Race he ever raced in Belmont, IA he won 1960

Hussett’s Enduro Race “Clay County Fair” Spencer, IA 1985 & 1988 Winner

Rock Rapids “Enduro Race” 1985IMCA Modified Race “Iowa State Fair”

Des Moines, IA 1989 WinnerIMCA “Tour of The Northland” Alta,

IA 1989 Winner“Simpson Frostbuster” Alta, IA 1990

Winner“Buena Vista Frostbuster” Alta, IA 1991

“Wetherell Western Iowa Championship Series” Denison IA &

Harlan, IA 1991 Winner“Late Model/ Modified Challenge Race”

Denison, IA 1992 WinnerHarris Clash” Webster City, IA 1993

WinnerHamilton County Speedway Hall of Fame

Inductee 1993Hamilton County Speedway Sportsmanship Award 1994

Kossuth County Speedway Hall of Fame Inductee 2008

Fairmont Raceway Hall of Fame Inductee 2017

Club, Series, Tracks Raced & Affilitions:IMCA 1988-1995

NASCAR 1990- 2000 Park Jefferson, SD & Denison, IA

NCAR Nationals 1989-1992 AlgonaARCA in the 1990’s Pit Crew for Wayne

Larson at Talledega & DaytonaAlso raced at tracks in NE, MN, SD, AZ,

CO, MOInductees L-R: Randy Green, Mark Sathoff, Clayton Hill,

Les Wilden, Denny Garbers and Denny Hovinga.

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Local News

Laurens Pool Project Committee Sees PVC Liner Option First HandRecently, four members of the Laurens Pool Fund Raising Committee met up with Dave Burbach and Josh Layer of Burbach Aquatics in Correctionville, Iowa and toured the newly renovated pool. Members of the Laurens Pool Fund Raising Committee able to make the trip were Ann Beneke, Chad Cleveland, Glenda Mulder and Lyle Wallin. Correctionville’s pool project is similar to ours in that they added a set of stairs for accessibility, demolished the kiddie pool, and installed a PVC liner to their existing pool. Correctionville added a zero-depth entry pool to their project. Correctionville is fortunate to have a bath house that still meets their needs. Their pool and bath house are just 30 years old, compared to ours at almost 60. The PVC liner installed in the original pool is textured to prevent slipping on the newly added stairs and where the water is shallower. The PVC liner has a smooth texture in deeper water to facilitate easier cleaning. The pool manager expressed that the PVC liner is easier to clean than the concrete surface and the water looks cleaner, possibly because of the color choice, which is white walls with a light blue floor. The zero-depth entry pool gets deep enough on the opposite end to have a water slide. At the shallow end, there is a small water feature. The new zero-depth entry pool has the water inlets in the bottom of the pool, with the skimmer at the top of the water. The old pool’s piping and drains were all replaced. The utility room is attached to the bath house, but of course has a separate entrance. The PH & chemical levels are all constantly monitored and chemicals (stored in an adjacent, separate room) are added automatically as needed. Each pool has its own pump and monitoring system, as required by law. A new chain link fence surrounds both pools. Correctionville’s project was financed by a $600,000 City bond issue, in addition to grants and donations. Laurens’s project will be financed solely with grants and donations. The Laurens Pool Committee members commented that the trip was well worthwhile and they feel recharged for the Laurens Pool Project! If you would like more information about the Laurens Pool Project, please contact any of these members: Lisa Anderson, Ann Beneke, Chad Cleveland, Thaine Hopkins, Glenda Mulder, Troy Oehlertz, Kelly Tate, Lyle Wallin or Laurens City Manager Hilary Reed. Donations are being accepted at Laurens City Hall.

 

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Laurens Genies to MeetThe Laurens Genies will meet Friday, August 25 at 2:00 p.m. at the Laurens Public Library. The program will be about “Trace Your Roots with DNA: Using Genetic Tests to Explore Your Family Tree” presented by Grace Hertz. Roll Call will be “Have you (or anyone in your family) had your DNA tested?” Anyone who is interested in family research and genealogy is cordially invited to attend.

Baby Shower!Join us for a baby shower honoring Holly (Anderson) Sexton on Saturday, September 2nd at 2 p.m. at St. Peter’s Community Center, 402 Main Street, Jefferson SD 57038. If unable to attend, cards can be sent to: Baby Sexton, c/o Kay Anderson, 304 E Arthur Street, Laurens IA 50554 Holly is registered at Target.

Baby Shower!A Meet and Greet for William Carl Christian Meyer will be held on Saturday, August 26 from 2-4 p.m. at Grandma Lizzy’s, 201 S. Main Street, Pomeroy. RSVP to Grandma Lizzy at 468-2718. Registered at Target & Amazon.

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Obituaries

Services Held Recently for Phyllis FergusonPhyllis Ferguson, 84, of Ames, Iowa passed away on August 15, 2017 at Green Hills Health Care Center. The family received friends on Friday, August 18 at Adams Funeral Home in Ames. Graveside services were held on Saturday, August 19 at Laurens Cemetery in Laurens, Iowa. Phyllis Emogene Ferguson was born December 21, 1932 to August and Lucille (Benna) Wenell in rural Albert City, Iowa. She grew up in Laurens and graduated from Laurens High School in 1951. After high school, she furthered her education by earning an Associates of Applied Science in Dental Hygiene degree from the University of Minnesota. On October 3, 1953, Phyllis married Robert Ferguson at the Laurens United Methodist Church. After they moved to Ames, Phyllis worked for 30 years as a dental hygienist for Buck Dental Clinic, retiring in 1993. She was a member of Collegiate United Methodist Church in Ames and enjoyed dancing, cross-stitching, and sewing. While her kids were young, she loved to travel and camp, visiting national parks and family along the way. Phyllis is survived by her husband Robert Ferguson, son, Kevin (Vicky) Ferguson of Elmhurst, Ill.; six grandchildren, Tonya (Kirk Schultz) Ferguson, Stephanie (Jamie) Kilker, Kyle (Jenn) Ferguson, Kurtis (Lauren) Ferguson, Katie Ferguson, Rebecca Ferguson; two great-grandsons, Dexter and Jamison; and one great-granddaughter, Callie. She was preceded in death by her parents; her son, Kerry Ferguson; her daughter-in-law, Jennifer Ferguson; two brothers, Richard and Ron; and one sister, Janet. Memorials may be addressed to Green Hills Health Care Center, 2210 Hamilton Drive, Ames, IA 50014. Adams Funeral Home in Ames is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences and photos may be shared at www.adamssoderstrum.com

Services to be Held for Mick SchmidtMick L. Schmidt, age 62, of Laurens, passed away Friday, August 18, 2017, at the Mayo Clinic Hospital in Rochester, Minnesota surrounded by his family. Mickey Lee Schmidt was born July 10, 1955, in San Diego, California. He was the son of Donald and Carol (Johnson) Schmidt. Mick graduated from Laurens High School in 1974. After graduation, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy and served from 1974-1978. Following his discharge from Navy, Mick settled in Laurens. He married Debbie (Pike) at the Bethany Lutheran Church, Laurens, in 1980. Mick worked for the Laurens Coop for a short time and then on November 24, 1979, he began working at Ration Maker Products. Mick was still at home as the Production Manager at Ration Maker Products/HorseTech. Mick was a member of the Bethany Lutheran Church. He enjoyed riding his motorcycle, driving his Corvette and spending time with his friends. Mick loved the time he spent with his family, especially his grandchildren. Survivors include his children; Jason (Keri) Aschenbrenner of Laurens, Jesse (Jessica) Schmidt of Clive

and Jacqulyn (Devin) Stewart of West Des Moines; life partner, Debbie Schmidt of Spirit Lake; six grandchildren, Katelynn Arnburg, Benjamin Aschenbrenner, Rhianna Aschenbrenner, Gia Schmidt, Beau Schmidt and Cameron Stewart; great-grandchild, Raiden Hamby; mother, Carol Schmidt of Laurens; siblings, Dawn (Park) Fulton of Fort Dodge, Steven (Tammy) Schmidt of Boca Raton, Florida; Sherri (Gary) Gonzales of Henderson, Nevada and Machelle (Kurt) Sunner of Fort Dodge. Mick was preceded in death by his father, Don. Visitation will be held one hour prior to services beginning at 9:30 a.m. on Friday August 25, 2017 at Bethany Lutheran Church in Laurens. Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m.

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Church & Announcements

This Week at Laurens United Methodist ChurchFri., Aug. 25th: Men’s Bible Study @ 7 a.m.

Sun., Aug. 27th: Adult Sunday School @ 8:30 a.m.Worship @ 9:30 a.m.Fellowship Coffee @ 10:30 a.m.Book Study @ 5 p.m.

Wed., Aug. 30th: Book Club @ 9 a.m.

This Week at Bethany LutheranWednesday: August 23, 20178:10 AM ~ LM School begins

Sunday: August 27, 201712h Sunday after Pentecost9:00 AM ~ Worship 10:00 AM ~ Coffee Fellowship

Worship, Love, Accept~Together in Christ’s Name

This Week at First Christian ChurchPastor Rev. Rita Cordell

Wednesday, Aug. 23 1:00 p.m. - Willing Workers Friday, Aug. 25 7:00 p.m. - AA

Sunday, Aug. 27 9:30 a.m. - Worship followed by coffee fellowship

2017-2018 School Year BeginsWednesday, August 23

FULL DAY ~ 8:10 a.m. -3:25 p.m.

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Yard and Garden: Successfully Growing Grapes In Iowa Home gardeners can successfully grow grapes in Iowa’s climate. Grapes can flourish in a backyard garden or a vineyard, but obstacles like insects and knowing the proper harvest time can keep them from reaching their full potential. ISU Extension and Outreach horticulturists can help answer your questions about issues with grapes and proper growth. To have additional questions answered, contact the ISU Hortline at 515-294-3108 or hortline@iastate.edu. When should grapes be harvested? Grapes must be harvested at the right stage of maturity to insure high quality. There are several indicators of grape maturity. Berry color, size, sweetness and flavor are the most useful indicators. Depending on the cultivar, berry color changes from green to blue, red or white as the grapes approach maturity. Color alone, however, should not be the sole basis for harvesting grapes. Berries of many cultivars change color long before they are fully ripe. At maturity, individual berries are full size and slightly less firm to the touch. As a final test, taste a few grapes for sweetness when berry size and color indicate the fruit is approaching maturity. Harvest grape clusters when the berries are sweet. When harvesting grapes, remove clusters with a knife or hand shears. Sound grapes can be stored in perforated plastic bags in the refrigerator for up to two months. Why are the berries in my grape clusters not ripening evenly? Several factors could be responsible for the uneven ripening of the berries within a cluster. Possible causes include overcropping (too many grape clusters on the vine), a potassium deficiency, moisture stress and 2,4-D damage. Overcropping is the most common cause for home gardeners. An average grapevine may have 200 to 300 buds which are capable of producing fruit. If grapevines are not pruned properly in late winter, the number of fruit clusters may be excessive. The vine is unable to ripen the large crop properly, resulting in uneven ripening of the berries within the clusters. In Iowa, 60 is the maximum number of fruiting buds that should remain on a grapevine after pruning. How can I keep birds from eating my grapes? The best way to prevent birds from eating the grape crop is to place netting over the grapevines. Netting can be purchased at garden centers or through mail-order companies. When placing netting over the grapevines, make sure the netting is secured to the ground to prevent birds from entering from below. How do I prevent yellow jackets from damaging my grapes? Yellow jackets are a type of wasp. In early summer, yellow jackets forage for caterpillars and other “meat” items and are beneficial predators. However, in late summer they prefer sweets such as soda pop, candy and the sweet juices of fruits and vegetables. Discourage yellow jackets from feeding on the grapes by harvesting the grape clusters as soon as they ripen. Remove any over-ripe or damaged fruit from the garden area. Do not leave beverages, candy or other food items in the vicinity of the grapevines as they may attract yellow jackets to the area.

Extension News & Advertising

Friday night, August 25th, special is smoked rib-let dinner with texas

potatoes, baked beans and garlic bread or you may order off the

full menu!

The club will is open Monday-Friday for lunch from 11a.m-1 p.m.

Limited lunch menu and to go ordering available.

(712) 841-2287

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Extension News

Beef Quality Assurance Workshop Offers Certification for Northwest Iowa ProducersMajor beef packers are requiring that feedlot producers who sell cattle to their plants must be Beef Quality Assurance certified. To help northwest Iowa cattle producers accomplish this, Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, the Iowa Beef Center, Iowa Beef Industry Council and Iowa Cattlemen’s Association are co-sponsoring a BQA workshop on Tuesday, Aug. 29 at the ISU Extension and Outreach Sioux County office from 10 a.m. to noon. ISU Extension and Outreach beef specialist Beth Doran said that while the certification is mandatory for producers in order to sell to packers, the information producers receive from the BQA session is valuable in and of itself. “Consumer surveys indicate that consumers want to know how the beef they eat is raised,” Doran said. "The BQA program addresses this and provides best management practices regarding cattle care and handling, management of feed ingredients and medication, biosecurity and record keeping." Other topics featured at the workshop include feedlot self-assessments, current and future trends in beef production, and results from the 2016 National Beef Quality Audit. This audit focused on cattle transportation, animal identification, carcass quality and animal well-being. One message from the audit was consistent and important – BQA is an important strategy to increase consumer confidence. The program flyer has all the details for the session. Workshop participants will obtain their BQA certification, which will be effective three years from the training date. To maintain integrity of the BQA program, all BQA certification in Iowa is administered by the Iowa Beef Industry Council. There is no cost to attend the workshop, but participants are encouraged to preregister to assure adequate materials by contacting Doran by phone at 712-737-4230 or doranb@iastate.edu.

Cover Crop & Wetland Field Day Planned for August 30th Near Gilmore CityIowa Learning Farms, in partnership with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach and Iowa Corn Promotion Board, will host a cover crop and wetland field day near Gilmore City on Wednesday, August 30. The 5:30-7:30 p.m. event held at the ISU Drainage Research and Demonstration Project, owned by the Pocahontas Soil and Water Conservation District site, is free and open to the public. It will begin with a complimentary dinner. The field day will feature Bob and Jay Lynch, Humboldt County farmers. Together the father and son have incorporated many conservation practices into their management of their Century Farm. After adopting a no-till and strip-till system over seven years ago, the duo has continued to look for ways to protect their soil and its health. In 2012, they choose to seed cover crops on about 140 acres of prevented-plant land. After seeing the benefits, cereal rye cover crops have been an essential tool in the Lynch farming operation. They will share their experiences with the practices and tips for making a no-till/strip-till and cover crop system work. Also speaking is Matt Helmers, ISU professor and Ag and Biosystems engineer, who will share results from the over twenty-five years of research collected at the drainage site. Local watershed coordinators, Lee Gravel with North Raccoon Watershed and Jordan Kolarik with Boone River Watershed, will share project updates and opportunities to get involved. The field day will conclude at a nearby nitrate removal wetland with William Crumpton, ISU professor of environmental science and wetland ecology expert. The field day will be held at the ISU Drainage Research and Demonstration site. From Gilmore city, go two miles west on Highway 3, then one mile north on 320th Avenue and then one-half mile west on 510th Street. The workshop is free and open to the public, but reservations are suggested to ensure adequate space and food. Contact Liz Juchems at 515-294-5429 or email ilf@iastate.edu. For more information about Iowa Learning Farms, visit the website: www.iowalearningfarms.org.Established in 2004, Iowa Learning Farms is building a Culture of Conservation, encouraging adoption of conservation practices. Farmers, researchers and ILF team members are working together to identify and implement the best management practices that improve water quality and soil health while remaining profitable. Partners of Iowa Learning Farms are the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship, Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, Leopold Center for Sustainable Agriculture, Iowa Natural Resources Conservation Service and Iowa Department of Natural Resources (USEPA section 319), Conservation Districts of Iowa, Iowa Farm Bureau, Iowa Water Center and Practical Farmers of Iowa.

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Pocahontas County 4-H Summer Day CampsChildren in Pocahontas County had several opportunities this summer to explore different project areas in a day camp format. Due to the generosity of the Pocahontas County 4-H Endowment, several children got to experience the many 4-H activities that were offered throughout the summer. Vet Science Camp was held three days where 4-H’ers explored different aspects of becoming a veterinarian. The children got to tour the Pocahontas Vet Clinic (thanks Cathy and Dr. Ken). Race It, Fling It, Fly It day camp

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was held in July where children built paper rockets, racecars, and propelled water balloons. The children were amazed by the distance the paper rockets were launched and they could toss water balloons across the park! Creative arts day camps found the children taking pictures and learning all about their cameras. Design decisions had the children learning about line, texture, color, and space and helped them plan their own bedroom design. String art and painting were among some of the other activities the children worked on during the day camps. A full week was dedicated to learning to use the new EV3 Lego Mindstorm Robots. 4-H’ers learned how to build and program the EV3’s using problem-solving skills. Our summer activities have ended with school starting soon, but our new 4-H year begins September 1 with a completely new set of activities for all children in fourth through 12th grade! If you would like your child included in these fun and educational activities, please contact the ISU Extension and Outreach Office Pocahontas County at 712-335-3103.

Hunter Valentine learning how to use water colors.

Melody Kuhn and Veda Klocke working on their string art.

Julianna Welander and Adriana Adamson learning how to tie stitches.

Back L-R: Veda Klocke, Alex Welander, Devon Greenan, Gabriel Coon; Front L-R: Gauge Johnson, Verdy Klocke,

Hunter Valentine, Joshua Hoffman, showing their race cars.

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Iowa 4-H Awardrobe Clothing Event Award Winners AnnouncedOne hundred thirty Iowa youth from 68 counties participated in the 2017 Awardrobe Clothing Event Aug. 10 at the Youth Inn at the Iowa State Fair. The Awardrobe Clothing Event is an Iowa State Fair 4-H event that provides youth participants with opportunities to showcase their apparel design and production knowledge, as well as creativity skills. As a part of the showcasing experience, youth complete a comprehensive report and participate in conference judging. The event

concludes with a runway show for all participants. “4-H participants in the Awardrobe Clothing Event are evaluated on their oral and written communication skills, project goals, choice of clothing, knowledge of the garment as well as their poise and confidence displayed while modeling their outfits,” said Bonnie Dalager, Iowa State University Extension and Outreach 4-H youth program specialist. The youth participate in three categories: Clothing Selection — participants select or purchase an outfit for a specific occasion; Fashion Revue — garment is constructed, hand-knitted, machine-knitted or crocheted by a participant; and The $15 Challenge— 4-H’er purchases an outfit for $15 or less from garage sales, consignment shops or clothing resale stores. Youth participants are nominated for the State Fair Awardrobe

Clothing Event within their county 4-H program. Recognition opportunities include gift cards for top-ranking class participants, and sponsored awards by the Central Iowa Sewing Guild and Iowa State University’s Apparel, Merchandising and Design program. One $500 scholarship to Iowa State University’s Apparel, Merchandising and Design program also is awarded.The following youth

earned the Iowa State Fair’s Top 10 Percent Award in the Awardrobe Clothing Event. The recognition includes a certificate and gift card.

Fashion Revue Recipients Abigail Wirtjes, Hancock CountyKylie Holubar, Johnson County

Caitlyn Hornback, Madison CountyClothing Selection Recipients

Kate Jensen, Adair CountyLillie Longhorn, Boone CountyFran Conley, Cherokee CountyBrynn Hansen, Dallas CountyJessica Buman, Shelby County

Anthony Friederichs, Scott County$15 Challenge Recipients

Sarah Deberg, Des Moines CountyMorgan Border, Webster County

Mary Seehusen, Pocahontas County Bergin De Bruin, Lyon County

Arlinna Bowen, Plymouth County The Central Iowa Sewing Guild sponsors an award for excellence in the Fashion Revue (constructed garment) class. Recipients are Kaitlyn Goth, Cherokee County, and Aimee Hulstein, Sioux County. Iowa State’s Department of Apparel, Events and Hospitality Management sponsors the On Trend Award for the projects that reflect current fashion trends. Recipients are Baylee Stalder, Washington County and Elizabeth Zobel, Ida County. Lauren Hansen, Boone County, earned special recognition for ranking in the top three percent of Awardrobe Clothing Event participants and expressing an interest in furthering her education in the apparel, merchandising and design, event management or hospitality management programs at Iowa State University. The Department of Apparel, Events and Hospitality Management sponsored a $500 scholarship award.

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Pictured is Mary Seehusen on the far right. $15 Challenge Award Recipient

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City Council Minutes

August 7th, 2017 The Laurens City Council met in regular session at the Municipal Building at 5:00 p.m. on Monday, August 7th, 2017.

Mayor Rod Johnson called the meeting to order. Present were Council members Jean Swanson, Pat Sullivan, Rich Newgard, Sid Enockson, Julie Potter, City Attorney Ann Beneke, City Manager Hilary Reed, City Clerk Joan Hoben, Public Works Director Julian Johnsen, and Police Chief Chris Toner.

Potter moved to approve consent agenda consisting of the agenda, minutes from the July 6th, 2017, meeting, list of claims for July 17th and August 7th, and approval of Laurens Lounge and Lanes Liquor License. Newgard seconded. All ayes; motion carried.

Acco Water plant chemical 5209.70

Aflac Group insurance 558.28

Airgas Oxygen Cylinder 30.10

Alliant Energy June gas bill 1188.57

Aramark Rugs, Rags, Mop 385.93

Fidelity Security Life Eyecare group insurance 177.02

Baker & Taylor Books 454.83

Barco Traffic Paint 942.00

Chris Toner Office Supplies 188.49

Connection Inc Group Insurance 32.30

Counsel Copies copies 70.01

Delta Dental Aug Dental Insurance 870.12

First Coop Supplies 270.97

Hallett Materials Pea gravel ( playground equip) 176.91

Harn R/O Systems Chemical 3760.00

Hilary Reed Mileage 24.40

IDNR Annual water Dues 147.00

Internal Revenue FED/FICA Tax 11.00

Iowa One Call Locates 25.30

John Deere Financial Weed Eater Spool 108.00

Laurens Food Pride Pool Supplies 150.88

LMP&C Phone & Internet 139.20

LMU Utilities 463.47

Laurens State Bank July Garbage Truck 1973.49

Laurens Sun Police Ad/ Legals 568.24

Mangold water testing 135.00

Methodist Men Wine Fest Meals 54.00

Midas Council Of Govt 2018 Annual Dues 1144.28

MYLaurens, Inc Nuisance ad 90.00

Newgard auto Parts (NAPA) Supplies 186.94

PFM Financial Consulting 8500.00

Poc CO Emerg Response Annual Contribution 2000.00

Poc co Solid waste June Landfill Fees 5341.62

Pocahontas Equip mower parts 109.37

Prime Benefits Systems Group Insurance 5096.25

Pro Coop June Fuel 2189.41

R&D Industries Tec Support 495.00

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RB lumber CO Street Supplies 12.50

Richardson Service Police pickup service 96.10

Shamrock Recycle Inc June Recycling 1634.00

Star Leasing LLC Annual Leasing 408.00

The Machine Shop Repair dumpster 280.47

Verizon Wireless cell phones 716.23

Wellmark Aug Health Insurance 8511.87

Woodley Insurance Insurance 3744.50

Total

58671.75

payroll 7/6/2017 61.78

Total July 17 claims

58733.53

Acco Water plant/Pool 2110.65 Alliant energy Monthly gas bill 1118.09 B & K embroidery clothing allowance 134 Beals Service & Auto Parts Garbage supplies 205.66 Boland Recreation Playground Equip 8987 Bolton & Menk W Main/Bissell 6444 Border States Electric Anchor Bolts 100.18 Carroll Construction Water supplies 109.19 Casey's General store Fire truck fuel 53.66 Connections Inc Group Insurance 32.30 Counsel Maint contract 30.96 Dept Of Treasury Picori Payment 24.86 Family Tree Care Spraying weeds 1125 First Coop Assoc Chemical for weed 359.23 GCC Alliance Concrete Concrete 435.04 Hach CO Water Analysis 259.99 Hallett Materials Pea Gravel for playground Equip 175.92 Hilary Reed Mileage 47.70 ICMA Retirement fund 525 IDNR Membership permit 210 Insight Public Sector software support 600.65 Internal Revenue FED/FICA 6878.06 Iowa Prison Industries signs for trail 1257.25 IPERS IPERS 6837.7 IPERS/PD protected IPERS 2642.67 JCL Solution Cleaning Supplies 67.32 JohnDeere Financial Park/Cemetery Supplies 134.13 Keep Iowa Beautiful Membership dues 1920 Krudico Inc Equip Maint 949.73 Laurens Food Pride Pool Supplies 122.93 LMP&C Monthly Phone Charges 437.36 LMU monthly Utilities 6810.45 Laurens Plumbing Serv Pool Supplies 2390.84 Laurens State Bank Aug Garbage Truck Payment 1525.42

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Laurens Sun Legal Publication 93.71 Murphy Tractor & Equip Payloader 183.50 North Lake Truck Garbage truck parts 8.53 PCC Ambulance Billing Ambulance Billing 313.28 Petty Cash Postage 297.36 Plastic Recycling Build with bags grant 1618.50 Poc Co Board of Health Pool Inspection 288 Poc CoSolidWaste Landfill 5533.1 Pocahontas Equip Supplies 27.69 Prime Benefit Systems Group Insurance 96.25 Principal Life group Group Insurance 758.71 Pro coop July Fuel 1273.6 R & D Industries Software support 903.75 RB Lumber Supplies 320.30 Santander Leasing LLC Street Sweeper 4852.15 Secure Shred Solution Shred Paper 24 Staples Supplies 122.28 The Lighting Sorce & More Light Bulbs 174.65 Treasurer State July Sales Tax 6361 US bank Membership/office supplies 130.82 USA Blue Book Water Supplies 555.06 Vaughn Deloss Const Pay Estimate 18 176130 Vector/Chad Membership dues 3792.05 Verizon wireless Cell Phone 179.02 Wex Banks July Police Fuel 341.11 Ziegler Inc Backhoe Repairs 92.94 Total

259534.30

payroll 7/31/2017 15592.06

payroll 8/1/2017 5013.84 Total claims

280140.2

July Revenue General 20227.90

Police Special 4 Road Use Tax 16298.37 Employee Benefits 3796.49 Emergency Levy 248.81 Local Option Tax 7548.83 Sister Cities 1130 Pool Restricted 6460 Pocket Park 500 Debt Service 4548 Capital Equip 487.35 Water Total 45290.69 Sewer total 30954.8 Garbage Total 21509.02 Storm Water 2601 Total July Revenue 161605.26

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Swanson moved to accept the Laurens Library Foundation request for an outdoor music park. Potter seconded. All ayes; motion carried.

Enockson moved to approve the forgiveness of the mortgage with the city. Newgard seconded. All ayes; motion carried.

Newgard moved to approve an agreement with Pengo as amended with a new timeline. Enockson seconded. All ayes; motion carried. Newgard moved to approve Brianna Dodd as an EMT Driver. Potter seconded. All ayes; motion carried. Enockson moved to approve Pay Request #18 to Vaughn DeLoss Construction. Swanson seconded. All ayes; motion carried. Enockson motioned to approve Resolution 23-17, reappointment of Jerry Runneberg to the Utility Board. Roll call vote: ayes – Potter, Enockson, Newgard, Sullivan, Swanson ; nays: none; absent: none. Motion carried. Newgard moved to approve a 3 year firewall agreement. Enockson seconded. All ayes; motion carried. Newgard moved to approve the resignation of Police Chief Chris Toner. Swanson seconded. All ayes; motion carried. Council member Potter reported a compliant of the toilets at Sportsman’s Park. Automatic flushers will be looked into before the next council meeting. Steve Berry and Tom Shaw addressed the council about a nuisance yard.

Potter moved to adjourn at 5:54 p.m. Enockson seconded. All ayes. Motion carried.

_____________________________________________ ________________________________________________ Rod Johnson, Mayor Hilary Reed, City Clerk

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