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Weekly Update - 10/19/2009:

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Council Study Agenda

COUNCIL STUDY COMMITTEE MEETING
Monday, October 19, 2009
5:30 PM
City Council Chambers

Agenda


1.      Review Sanitary Sewer and Street (Road Use Tax) Department 5-year Capital Budgets
2.      Other items

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Council Agenda

CITY OF INDIANOLA
COUNCIL MEETING
October 19, 2009
6:00 P.M.
Agenda

I.      Call to order
II.      Pledge of Allegiance
III.      Roll call
IV.      Consent Agenda
A.      October 5, 2009 minutes
B.      Applications
1.      A renewal Class “C” Beer permit for Pete’s Pizza – 118 N. Howard
2.      A new Special Class “C” Liquor License, Sunday Sales Privilege and Outdoor Area for Battle BBQ – 107 E. Salem
C.      Set November 2, 2009 as a public hearing and first consideration:
1.      Amend the connection fee districts
2.      Amend zoning ordinance Chapter 165.11 paragraph (9) to (VEGETATION) allow grass seed for new one/two family dwellings (P&Z approved unanimously 10-13-09)
D.      Change order #3 for the Infiltration & Inflow Project in an amount of $1,850, revised contract amount $1,432,903.50
E.      Square closure request from Captured in the Spotlight and The City Gate for New Year’s Eve Event on December 31, 2009
*      Will close Buxton Street between Ashland and Salem from 10:00 p.m. to
            midnight
F.      Claims on the computer printout for October 19, 2009 and the September 2009 receipts
V.      Mayor’s Report – Jerry Kelley
A.      Community Update
VI.      Reports
A.      Receive quarterly Tourism Report – Allen Roen
B.      Receive quarterly P&R report – Dawn Sams
C.      Receive quarterly IDA report – Myles Kappelman
D.      Council Study Committee Report – Mark Vickroy
E.      Council Representative Reports
VII.      Public Consideration
Old Business
A.      Second consideration to amend the City Council ordinance
*      Increases council salary to $2,400/year effective January 1, 2011
B.      Memorial Park Restroom Project
1.      Public hearing on the adoption of plans, specs, form of contract and estimate of cost
2.      Resolution adopting plans, specs, form of contract and estimate of cost
      3.      Resolution awarding contract
C.      Consider improvements to the Municipal Building
New Business
A.      Consider request from Van Wall Group to seek an Alternate Method of approval of the Site Plan Ordinance Architectural Standards at 301 South Jefferson (P&Z approved unanimously 10-13-09)
      *      Would allow metal siding on a portion of one of the west wall elevations
VIII.      Other Business
      A.      Discuss goals/priorities for 2010/2011
IX.      Adjourn

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Savings... With a Twist

SAVINGS…WITH A TWIST!

From October 1st to November 30th, electric customers of IMU can purchase approved compact fluorescent light bulbs and receive a $2 instant rebate!

Participating retailers include the Indianola Hy-Vee, Fareway, McCoy True Value and Wal-Mart.

Offer good only while supplies last.

Limit:12 bulbs
per customer.

Questions? Call IMU at 961-9444.

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FREE Leaf and Garden Waste Recycling

FREE Leaf and Garden Waste Recycling

October 10th – November 22nd

Free leaf and garden waste recycling will be available at the Brush Facility
during normal hours of operation.
     
Thursday: Noon - Dusk
Saturday: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Sunday: Noon – 4 p.m.
     
Fees still apply for brush and limbs more than 1/2” in diameter.

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No Burning Ordinance

No Burning Ordinance

As you dispose of leaves and other organic yard waste this fall, remember the city’s NO BURNING ORDINANCE prohibits burning within the city limits.

Please take advantage of the brush facility’s free Leaf and Garden Waste Recycling.

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CAREER OPENING

POLICE OFFICER
INDIANOLA POLICE DEPARTMENT
INDIANOLA, IOWA

The Indianola Police Department is taking applications for the position of Police Officer. Applications can be obtained by calling 515-961-9400 or visit www.cityofindianola.com/departments/police.

Application deadline
is 12/01/2009

Indianola is a progressive, growing community of 14,132 just 12 miles south of Des Moines, Iowa. It is the Home of Simpson College and the National Balloon Classic. Indianola is a part of the Des Moines Metropolitan area with a population of 400,000. Because of this, we enjoy small town living and big city advantages.

The Indianola Police Department endeavors to maintain a safe and secure community through assertive, progressive and professional service. We are very proud of the high quality and character of each of our officers. If this sounds like what you have been looking for in a law enforcement career contact us today for an opportunity to be a part of our “Team.”

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Pumpkin Painting

Pumpkin Painting

Saturday, October 24th
11:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Join your friends on the library lawn after the costume parade on the square. Choose a mini-pumpkin from our specially-grown supply and paint away.

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Children’s Costume Party and Parade

Children’s Costume Party and Parade

Saturday, October 24th
10:00 a.m. – Noon

Contest for the scariest costume, cutest costume & most original/creative costume in your age group: 3 years & under, 4-6, or 7-10.

10:00 a.m. - Free, fun fall activities on the courthouse lawn
10:00 a.m. - Parade registration begins on the east side of the courthouse
11:15 a.m. - Line up for the costume judging on Howard Street
11:30 a.m. - Join the parade and march around the inside parking area of The Square.

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Dog Costume Contest Pooch Parade

Dog Costume Contest Pooch Parade

Saturday, October 24th
10:00 a.m. - Noon

Dress up your Dachshund, find ghoulish garb for your German Shepherd, or creatively costume your Chihuahua and enjoy the day!

10:00 a.m.       Registration (see above)
10:15 a.m.       Dog Costume Contest
10:30 a.m.      Pooch Parade

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Pajama Storytime

Coming in November

Pajama Storytime

Tuesday, November 3rd • 7:00 - 7:30 p.m.

Get those jammies on, grab a blanket and pillow, and stake a claim in the story time room for bedtime stories for the entire family. Teddy bears
encouraged.

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Past Press Releases

10/02/2009
09/25/2009
09/21/2009
09/11/2009
09/04/2009
08/14/2009
8/7/2009
07/31/2009
07/24/2009
07/17/2009
6/26/2009
06/05/2009
5/22/2009
05/15/2009
05/11/2009
05/01/2009
04/24/2009
04/18/2009
04/10/2009
04/06/09
03/27/2009
03/20/2009
03/16/2009
03/06/2009
02/27/2009
2/20/2009
2/13/2009
2/6/2009
01/30/2009
01/23/2009
01/16/2009
01/09/2009
01/02/2009
12/26/2008
12/19/2008
12/12/2008
12/05/2008
11/28/2008
11/21/2008
11/14/2008
11/07/2008
10/31/2008
10/24/2008
10/17/2008
10/10/2008
10/03/2008
September 26, 2008
September 22, 2008
September 12, 2008
August 29, 2008
August 22, 2008
August 15, 2008


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