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December 2019 Issue: Page 1
Redfield Review December 2019
Lions Club will be hosting Bingo
on Thursday, December 12th,
6 to 8 pm, at the Redfield Legion.
The family of Marilyn Arnburg would like to
thank the community for all the thoughts, prayers,
contributions to the memorial, food, and all
the other wonderful gestures. All the support has been very comforting during this difficult time.
~The Family of
Marilyn Arnburg
If you know how to play, or would like to learn how to play, we have
a board for eight. Join us at the
Redfield Legion Hall, Monday
through Friday 9 to 11am.
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Redfield Public Library Monday 1-6 pm Tuesday 9am-12pm, 1-6pm Wednesday 1-6pm
Thursday 1-6 pm Friday 1-6 pm Saturday 9am-12pm, 1-4pm
New Adult Books at the Library: Outfox by Sandra Brown Before She Was Found by Heather
Gudenkauf Under Currents by Nora Roberts Marathon by Brian Freeman The Bitterroots by C.J. Box The Testaments by Margaret Atwood Bloody Genius by John Sandford Land of Wolves by Craig Johnson One Good Deed by David Baldacci New Audio Books at the Library: Liar Liar by James Patterson The Cornwalls are Gone by James Patterson New DVD’s at the Library: Ma with Octavia Spencer Holmes & Watson with Will Ferrell Hotel Mumbai with Dev Patel & Armie Hammer A Little Bit of Heaven with Kate Hudson Cold Pursuit with Liam Neeson The Son is Also a Star with Yari Shahidi and Charles Melton After with Josephine Langford and Hero Fiennes Tiffy Survivors of Malmedy December 1944 Animated Scooby Doo- Return to Zombie Island Animated Pokemon- The Power of Us
Submitted by Lori Stonehocker
It’s a Small World
L to R: Libby Coyte, Larry Reynolds and Joan Reynolds
As we all enjoy the upcoming holiday season with our friends and family, we need to be thankful for friends, family and our Redfield community. Recently on a trip down the Rhine River in Germany with a college friend of mine, I found out how small a world we live in. It was at the end of the trip in beautiful Strasbourg, France, I was waiting in a line for the bathroom when I thought I saw a familiar face in the crowd duck into the men's room. After waiting outside for a little while, I saw him again and would you believe, it really was Larry Reynolds who was on a separate river trip down the Rhine. We got a picture together with his wife Joan in front of the Strasbourg cathedral. The friends I was traveling with couldn't believe I ran into someone from Redfield in the middle of France. It was great seeing him in France and even nicer seeing him again in Redfield.
Libby Coyte
Mrs. Claus at the Redfield Library on
Monday, December 23rd at 2pm
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Linden Chapter OES
Linden Chapter OES met for their regular meeting on November 4. The evening began with twelve people enjoying a delicious lunch served by Jo Rasmussen and Mona Sellman. At 7 PM Chapter was called to order by Worthy Matron Virginia Armstrong with a welcome. The Chapter received several invitations to receptions for new Grand Chapter Officers. Our new District Instructor will be Sandy Meredith. August 23 will be a Fun Day with all Grand officers as our guests. Election of 2020 officers was held. The following were elected: WM Virginia Armstrong; WP Frank Keeran; AM Kay Thomas; AP John Baker; Sec. Carol Nelson; Treas. Cindy Slaybaugh; Cond. Mary Jo Laughery; and Assoc. Cond. Joyce Keeran. There was a report from those attending Grand Chapter. Members were reminded to bring gloves, mittens, scarves etc to be distributed to the local elementary schools. Installation of 2020 officers will be at our regular meeting on January 6. There will be a potluck at the December 2nd meeting. All were reminded of the lunch at The Owl’s Nest on the 18th of this month. WM Virginia thanked all for attending our meeting and for accepting the offices they were elected to fill. Chapter closed in ritualistic form.
Submitted by Shirley Hughes
Redfield Clinic News Hypertension (High Blood Pressure): The Silent Killer: Hypertension has no symptoms. High blood pressure is a major cause of heart attack and stroke. The American Heart Association recommends that an adult’s blood pressure should be less than 120/80. In fact, blood pressure of 120-129 is called stage 1 hypertension and doubles one’s risk of heart attack or stroke in the next 10 years. To determine your risk, use the online calculator: www.cvriskcalculator.com The cause of most high blood pressure is unknown. What is known is that a blood pressure of less than 120/80 gives a person the best chance of avoiding heart attack or stroke. Severe hypertension is a systolic blood pressure greater than 180 and/or a diastolic blood pressure of 120 or greater. Treatment of elevated blood pressure begins with diet and exercise. Interestingly, decreasing dietary sodium intake may not decrease blood pressure but can make blood pressure medications more effective. The main source of sodium is salt (sodium chloride). Most Americans eat about 3,500 milligrams of sodium daily whereas federal guidelines recommend consuming less than 2,300 milligrams daily. For those with high blood pressure the recommended limit is 1,500 milligrams. To limit sodium intake, avoid processed foods and others high in sodium like pickles and olives and minimize intake of cottage cheese and cereals with high sodium content. A healthy and well-balanced diet, rich in potassium, magnesium and calcium is recommended, especially for those with high blood pressure. Potassium rich foods include apricots, sweet potatoes and lima beans. Magnesium rich foods include dark green leafy vegetables, whole grains and legumes. Calcium rich foods include dairy products, canned salmon and sardines and dark green leafy vegetables like kale, spinach and collard greens. Other measures to decrease blood pressure include weight loss, limiting alcohol to one drink a day or less, managing stress, stopping tobacco use, and treating sleep apnea. Flu season has started already. But it is not too late to protect yourself and your family with a flu vaccination.
Submitted by Ed Friedman
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Redfield City Council
November 5, 2019
The Redfield City Council met in regular session on Tuesday, November 5, 2019. Mayor Griffith called the meeting to order at 7 p.m. Present were council members Hoy, Bowman, DeZeeuw, Godwin-Pote, and Danielson, Attorney Doll and Clerk Light. Godwin-Pote moved to approve the agenda, Bowman seconded. Roll call vote – all ayes. Hoy asked about recycle dates only being 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month and also asked about the amount of the invoice received from AJS Sanitation for services. After discussion, Godwin-Pote moved and Danielson seconded to approve the consent agenda which included the minutes of the previous meeting, claims paid and the Library report. Roll call vote – all ayes. Zoning Administrator Reed reported no permits were issued in October but has one outstanding. EMS President Meyers reported 12 calls for the month all in Redfield. One member of the unit is in school and one will be certified soon. Meyers said Doug Jones recently rescinded his resignation. Fire Chief Short reported one vehicle crash for the month and also helped with some EMS assists. Three new members of the fire department will be taking the Fire Fighter 1 Class soon. Sargent Vanderleest with the Dallas County Sheriff’s Department had handouts of the police report. One hundred four hours were logged with 23 calls for service. Visitors were Obie Meyers for the Redfield Development Corporation. The Development is proposing the name for the park on Armstrong Street to be “New Ireland City Park”. Bowman moved and Hoy seconded approval of the name, roll call vote – all ayes. A sign will be ordered by the Development and erected. Mel Nielsen, asked what was being done with the nuisance property at 1005 Redfield Street. The camper and pool are still in the backyard after notices have been sent. Clerk Light said when the utility bill was last paid, they promised to get the pool removed as well as the camper towed but it never got done. After discussion, Motion was made by DeZeeuw and seconded by Godwin-Pote to proceed with the nuisance and get these things removed as soon as possible. Roll call vote – all ayes. A call will be made to get this nuisance abated.
PW Director Danielson reported he attended a water conference in Dubuque last month. A bid was received in the amount of $25,000, on a Wick building to be placed over the generator to keep rain out but other options will be looked at. Mains will be doing a repair at the Post Office, a three-foot section of curb needs to be redone, cost will be under $400. A curb repair was also done at 1717 Taylor. Nuisance properties and yards that have not been mowed were discussed. Clerk Light sent a letter regarding a junk vehicle to 1505 Jefferson Street. They replied that the truck runs, is up to date on tags and they are just waiting on a hood to be painted soon and put back on the truck. Attorney Doll will send a letter to the owner of 1102 Taylor Street about cleaning up brush and a large tree that is falling over in the alley west of the bank. The building has holes all around it and houses a lot of cats which is a nuisance. Godwin-Pote moved and Hoy seconded to have the Clerk send a letter to the resident at 704 First Street to mow the yard. Roll call vote – all ayes. Letters were sent some time ago to the residents at 1308 Taylor Street and 1519 Jefferson Street regarding mowing and they have not complied. Godwin-Pote made a motion and Hoy seconded to have Short’s Lawn Care mow the yards and the cost will be assessed to their taxes as a lien on the property. Hoy moved and DeZeeuw seconded to approve Resolution 2019-15, a Resolution repealing and replacing Resolution 2019-13. Resolution 2019-15, a Resolution to adopt a policy regarding the examination and copying of public Records pursuant to the Code of Ordinance of the City of Redfield, Iowa, 18.08(4); to provide efficient and consistent policies, standards, and procedures governing the examination, copying or retrieval of public records (open records) and to establish procedures for the collection of fees for copies of City documents and/or reports. The City will charge certain rates and fees and shall also charge for employee time at an hourly rate for clerical time needed for copies and professional staff time needed to produce or review the documents. All expenses must be paid up front by the person or organization desiring to examine or copy any documents. Certain records are determined confidential and are provided for in Chapter 22 of the Iowa Code. Roll call vote – Bowman, DeZeeuw, Godwin-Pote, Danielson, and Hoy, all ayes. Motion carried. DeZeeuw moved that the meeting adjourn, Godwin-Pote seconded. Meeting adjourned.
Deb Light, City Clerk
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Old Settler’s Committee The Redfield Old Settler’s Committee met on Thursday, November 14th to begin planning the 2020 celebration. Two new faces joined in person and another who was unable to attend sent an e-mail with thoughts and ideas – both were greatly appreciated, and we are all excited to plan our next celebration! The committee reviewed the general schedule followed every year and discussed each piece. Before the planning can really begin, we must have a theme! Therefore, the theme for the 2020 Redfield Old Settler’s Celebration will be….
The Roaring 20’s! Although it may seem early, carnivals, bands, vendors, food trucks, etc. book up in advance, so many of those items were also deliberated on. Fundraisers to take place prior to the celebration and new additions to our schedule were considered and each person will report back next month on their respective homework. We urge you to attend these meetings if you have something you would like to share! We will meet again on Thursday, December 19th at 7p at City Hall. Feel free to also reach out on Facebook or e-mail us at: [email protected]. Stayed tuned as next year’s celebration begins to take shape and we announce some exciting things to come! Respectfully submitted, Amy Short
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Who Ya Gonna Call?
4JFarms Pet Nutrition 515-490-3280 Light Brothers Trucking 515-833-2365
AJ’s Waste Management 515-564-9058 Mediacom Cable 855-633-4226
Alliant Energy 800-822-4348 MidAmerican Energy 888-427-5632
Backroads Recordkeeping (Pam Paardekooper) 515-833-2485 National Investors Home Office 515-833-2616
Baker Heating & Cooling 515-559-6778 R&K Tire & Auto 515-207-2143
Blood Drive (Sue Rogers) 515-720-5416 Raccoon River Retreats 515-833-2636
Casey’s Pizza 515-833-2983 Raccoon Valley Plumbing 515-612-2666
Casey’s Store 515-833-2990 Redfield American Legion Hall Rental
(Al Carmichael) 515-833-2823
Chance Electric 515-341-8132 Redfield Christian Church 515-833-2785
Cindy’s Cleaning Service 515-210-3889 Redfield Clinic 515-833-2301
City Hall 515-833-2512 Redfield Feed & Supplies 515-833-2280
City Public Works 515-833-2600 Redfield Medical Clinic 515-833-2301
Crosscut Construction (Corey Kramer) 515-326-4362 Redfield Post Office 515-833-2741
Dairy Shoppe 515-833-2815 Redfield Public Library 515-833-2200
Dallas County 24 Hour Dispatch Non-Emergent 515-993-4567 Roto-Rooter Plumbing 515-278-5668
DC Conservation Hanging Rock 515-465-3577 Salon B 515-240-7807
DVC Plumbing (Dennis Clemetson) 515-720-5856 T&T Auto Sales 515-867-8032
First State Bank 515-833-2303 T K’s Auto 515-833-2377
Hair Junction 515-833-2323 Valo-Biomedia 515-993-3574
Head Start (Christina Schalk) 515-987-7428 712-830-1327
Waddell Lawn Care 515-371-6692
Heartland Co-op 515-833-2953 West Central Valley Schools
Hide It Here Mini Storage 515-360-1695 Dexter Elementary 515-789-4480
Iowa State Patrol 800-525-5555 Redfield Middle School 515-833-2331
Johnson Funeral Home 515-789-4621 Stuart High School 515-523-1313
Kate’s Salon 515-473-4863 Windstream 800-347-1991
Keller Williams GDM – Dan Wilson 515-371-1151
The Stuart Fremont Theatre The Perry Grand 3 Theatre
124 N Fremont St 1312 – 2nd Street Stuart, Iowa Perry, Iowa
515-523-1225 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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SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY
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5pm Library Board
6:30pm
Legion Meeting
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4 1:30-5pm
Cottage Pantry in Stuart
4:30-6:30pm Mobile Food Pantry @ City
Hall
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6 7 6-9am Legion
Breakfast
9am-7pm WINTERFEST
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6:30pm
Lions Club Meeting @
Legion
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6:30pm Legion
Auxiliary Meeting @
Legion
7pm City Council
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Cottage Pantry in Stuart
2-4pm Pop Up
Produce @ City Hall
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6-8pm BINGO @ the
Legion
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14 6-9am Legion
Breakfast
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7pm Development
Meeting @ Legion
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1:30-5pm Cottage Pantry
in Stuart
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7pm Old Settler’s Committee
Mtg @ City Hall
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Breakfast
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the Library
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