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Nov. 25, 2015 GOWRIE, WEBSTER COUNTY, IOWA VOL. 125 NO. 47

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By Glenn Schreiber The Johnson Law firm celebrated its 50th year in Gowrie on Thursday, Nov. 5, with dozens of people attending. Dean Erb, who was an attorney at the Gowrie law firm for many years, returned to greet many Gowrie

area residents. Dean, who is retired, and his wife Keya now reside in Amery, WI. Jim Kramer, who is now the attorney at the Johnson Law firm in Gowrie, was a good host along with Jan Miller, the current legal secretary. “I have so many good memories of Gowrie and the many great people,” said Dean. “I am so pleased to have been an attorney with our firm in Gowrie.” Dean and his wife enjoy Amery, WI, which is on Highway 8 in northwest, WI. Amery has some beautiful lakes. The Erbs enjoy the community along with other area cities including River Falls. Jim and Marta Kramer related that they would be going to the Bill Maher performance at Stephens Au-ditorium that weekend. They would be meeting one of their sons. “We have no idea who our son will bring with him,” said Marta. She related that this one son, who is seeking his doctorate, has a penchant for changing his fe-male partners. This son is very intelligent and it’s way too early for him to settle down. I arrived about 4:20 or so and the time went by

Large crowd attends historicJohnson Law Firm 50th celebrationGreat Law firm in Gowrie, Fort Dodge. . .

Gowrie Volunteer Firemen prepare fish dinners at the Annual Fish Fry to benefit the Gowrie Fire-men’s building fund. Pictured from left to right are Matt Thompson, Chad Loseke, Chris Simpson, Brett Carl-son and Keith Streit.

Dallas Clark is shown with his snow fort made out of the first snow of the season.

The first snowfall of the year occurred Friday and Southeast Valley Schools closed early, shortly after-noon. The Iowa Department of Transportation issued , a no travel advisory for central Iowa and especially north-west Iowa. Snow started about 11 a.m. and continued through the afternoon and well into the evening. The Gowrie, Callender Farnhamville area had between five and seven inches of snow when it was all over. Fortunately, winds were not strong and there was not much drifting. Snow crews were out early Saturday morning clearing town, county and state roads. As of Friday evening, northwest Iowa had been

hit hardest, with the highest reported snow total at 14.5 inches in Hawarden, according to the weather service. Palo Alto County saw reported snow totals ranging from 7 to 13.5 inches. The majority of the state was under a winter storm warning, from 10 a.m. Friday to 6 a.m. Saturday. State troopers in north and west Iowa were see-ing many cars in ditches, specifically near Mason City and Council Bluffs, said Iowa State Patrol Sgt. Nathan Ludwig. On Interstate 80, near the Casey exit, a semi struck a snowplow, Ludwig said. No one was injured. In Dallas County, law enforcement rescued a man from a creek after his vehicle veered off of I-80 at about 5 p.m., Ludwig said. The man had lost control of his vehicle due to the road conditions. He sustained minor injuries. As of 10 p.m. Friday, almost all major roads in Iowa were reportedly completely covered or at least part-ly covered in snow, according to the DOT. Some roads near the Missouri border were less affected and classified as “seasonal” conditions.Local, area schoolclosings announced In central Iowa, over a dozen school districts were closing early and canceling evening activities in light of the storm. Early closures included Southeast Valley Schools including the Prairie Valley and SWG

Large snowfall hits Gowrie area,large portions of central, NW IowaSoutheast Valley schools close early. . .

SV student chargedwith distributing marijuana on school bus

Selling marijuna to four SV students. . . Tim Graves, 18, Fort Dodge, has been charged with allegedly selling marijuana on a Southeast Valley school bus. Graves has been charged with distribution to persons under the age of 18. It is a Class B felony. He is also charged with possession of marijuana, a serious mis-demeanor; and possession of drug paraphernalia, a simple misdemeanor. Allegedly Graves gave marijuana to four stu-dents on a Southeast Valley school bus according to a criminal complaint. Graves is a student at Southeast Valley High School and allegedly distributed marijuana to students with ages of 17, two at 16, and one who is 15. Graves has made an appearance in Webster County Magistrate Court and was released from the Webster County jail without posting bond according to a story in the Fort Dodge Messenger. Graves was ordered to sign up for pre-trial su-pervision with the Department of Correctional Services. The case was sent to Webster County District Court where further proceedings will be scheduled at a later date.

Jim Kramer is the Attorney at the Johnson Law firm in Gowrie. Johnson Law Firm continued on page 8...

Winter snowstorm continued on page 11...

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It was a very busy week at POET Biorefining Gowrie with preparations for Presidential Candidate Mr. Donald Trump on Nov. 12th, 2015. Mr. Trump was expected to arrive at 4:30 pm and was nearly 40 min. late in arriving. It was a very windy day which may have explained the delay in landing at the Fort Dodge airport in addition to all the security of the Secret Service. The event was very well orchestrated by Katie Behrens, Growth Energy; the America Renewable Future Team and the POET Leadership Team. From our corporate office in Sioux Falls, present were; James Moe, POET President; Kyle Gilley, POET Senior VP of Public Policy and Corporate Affairs; Sara Andresen, POET Manager Community Engagement; Courtney Heitkamp, POET Media Relations Specialist. From the ARF Team were co-chairs Patty Judge, former Lt. Governor and Iowa Secretary of Agriculture and Bill Couser of Couser Cattle Company of Nevada IA. As we all waited in anticipation of Mr. Trump’s arrival we quickly ushered him into the admin. confer-ence room with an ethanol presentation given by Kyle Gilley. Mr. Trump was very attentive and asked ques-tions of the production process.

Donald Trump visits POET Biorefining Gowrie Mr. Trump then went to the lower level training room to speak in front of the POET Gowrie team mem-bers and 20 invited guests. He was very gracious and signed his book for team member Janice Pochinski, Qual-ity Manager and Mr. Wael Sanduka. “They are doing an amazing job” said Mr. Trump of POET Biorefining “great stuff and great people”. Af-ter a brief stop in the plant Mr. Trump was whisked away to the event in Fort Dodge that same evening.

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Wreath Raffle underway to support fire station... The Christmas Wreath Raffle, sponsored by the Gowrie Development Commission, Xi Eta Sigma Sorority, and Macke Gowrie, is underway! Over 40 wreaths from local businesses and groups are displayed at Macke Gowrie from now until December 5th.

The Christmas Wreath Raffle, sponsored by the Gowrie Development Commission, Xi Eta Sigma Soror-ity, and Macke Gowrie, is underway now through Satur-day, December 5. Over 40 wreaths from local businesses and groups are displayed at Macke Gowrie from now until December 5th. The list keeps growing thanks to local do-nations. Stop by to see the wreaths on display then get as many tickets as you like for $1 donation per ticket. Macke Gowrie is open weekdays from 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Saturdays from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Winners will be drawn at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, De-cember 5th at Macke Gowrie just in time for your holiday celebrations. Participants do not need to be present to win.

Proceeds from the wreath raffle will go to the Gowrie Fire Station and the department that has been protecting our community and surrounding area for over 114 years. For more information contact Morgan at Macke Gowrie or Marcie at Webster-Calhoun Cooperative Telephone. Find Gowrie online at www.gowrie.org.

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40 Years Ago... Pete Jorgensen, 33, co-owner of the P & J Body Sop at Gowrie, is the new fire chief of the Gowrie Volunteer Fire Department. Jorgensen, a member of the local fire department for the past several years, was elected chief at an election held Monday night, Nov. 17th. He succeeds Don Borgen, who was installed as chief January 1, 1972, Jorgensen has owned and operated the P & J Body Shop here with his father-in-law, Gayle Peterson, since Feb-ruary 1972. He is married and has one daughter, Tera. Charles Decker is the assistant fire chief for the local 19-member fire department. Officers are: Hal Bloom-berg, President; Greg Benson, vice-president; Alan Wooters, secretary; and Max Paler, treasurer. Mr. and Mrs. Norman Castenson, Mr. and Mrs. Daryl Green of Harcourt, Mr. and Mrs. Howard Sandeen of Paton, Mr. and Mrs. Dick Nordstrom and Mr. and Mrs. George Kullberg of Gowrie Held their potluck club get-to-gether in the Everett Peterson home near Otho on Saturday evening, Nov. 14. Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Sandberg and three children of Minneapolis, Minn. were from Wednesday until Sunday visitors in the home of Rev. and Mrs. LaVerne Sandberg. They enjoyed a pre-Thanksgiving together. Mr. and Mrs. Verne Thomas and girls of Somers were Sunday afternoon visitors in the Don Reynolds home. Mrs. Arlen Hirsch and Mrs. Floyd Wilson spent Friday visiting their parents. Mr. and Mrs. Earl Schenck at Humboldt. They all attended the funeral services for Mrs. Rose Kirchhoff at Thor. Sunday dinner guests in the Lester Jorgensen home were Mr. and Mrs. Pete Jorgensen and Tera of Gowrie and Mr. and Mrs. Terry Bennett of Fort Dodge. Mrs. Earl Lawrence, Mrs. Tommy Smith, Vernon Telleen and Mrs. Martin Telleen attended a wedding shower at Newell Saturday in honor of Tracy Blome of Fort Col-lins, Colorado. Tracy is the daughter of Dr. and Mrs. Arvin Blome, who lived here some years ago while he was super-intendent of the Gowrie school. She is a niece of Mrs. Law-rence. Rev. and Mrs. Roy Carpenter of Penasco, N. Mex., left Monday after spending the weekend here a the home of their son-in-law and daughter, Rev. and Mrs. Sam-uel Hahn, and family. Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Corell are the parents of a son born Tuesday, November 18th at Trinity Regional Hos-pital in Fort Dodge. Mrs. Lyle Heatherington and Duane of Otho were Saturday evening visitors in the home of Mrs. Frances Sandgren.

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Mr. Albin Nelson of Morton Grove, Ill. and his daughter, Mrs. Ray Stevens, Des Plaines, Ill., came last Fri-day to help Anton Holmer, a resident of Friendship Haven Health Center celebrate his 96th birthday. Saturday evening supper guests at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Eric Nelson of Callender were Mr. Nelson, Mrs. Stevens and David Nelson of Lohrville. Sunday Dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Jack Shaw

were their granddaughters, LeighAnn, Kendra and Hallie Burkett, of Grand Junction. Miss Kathy Mossberg of Fort Dodge spent the weekend in Gowrie and drove to Ames Saturday evening accompanied by Mrs. Sadie Mossberg, Mrs. Mary Larson and daughter, Melanie and Jennifer Norine where they en-joyed the 39th annual All State Music Festival held at the Hilton Coliseum. Others attending were Mr. and Mrs. Hollis Anderson, Mrs. Mary L. Swanson and Mrs. Marlene Fevold. Miss Brenda Peltz of Ankeny and Miss Lori Decker of Ur-bandale were members of the 600 voice choir performance. The event was televised. Lisa Bauer, one-year daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Vernon Bauer had hip surgery at Iowa City on Thursday of Last week. She returned home on Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Leroy Larson and Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Lundgren were Sunday Dinner Guests in the home of Mrs. Alma Saucke and son, Jon and daughters, Jalon and Janelle and her mother, Mrs. Edith Heath, in Waterloo. Mr. and Mrs. Ned Palmer of Gowrie are the par-ents of a son, Scott Theodore. The infant was born Tues-day, November 19, 1985 at Stewart Memorial Community Hospital in Lake City. Grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Max Palmer of Rockwell City and Mr. and Mrs. Ken Ven Huizen of Fulton, Illinois,. Mr. and Mrs. Ted Palmer and Mrs. Lula Wahlgren, all of Gowrie are great-grandparents. Mr. and Ms. Wendell Adam and Mr. and Mrs. Don Clowes of Hardy were Saturday evening dinner guests in the home of Mr. and Mrs. Loren Adam to observe the first birthday of Eric Adam, whose birthday was on Nov. 14th. Mr. and Mrs. Harold Kling were among those who attended the Lutefisk Supper at the Badger Lutheran Church Thursday evening. Mr. and Mrs. Henry Hanson visited in the homes of Helen Hanson and Mr. and Mrs. Hanson Saturday after-noon. Mr. and Mrs. John Barkley were Sunday dinner and afternoon guests in the Mr. and Mrs. Harold Kling home. Mr. and Mrs. Kalcie Lowry of Callender were Friday afternoon visitors with Mrs. Ed Hanson.

By Austin HarringtonAmes Tribune Supporters and opponents of the proposed Bak-ken pipeline gathered Thursday at the Boone County Fair-grounds to begin a hearing with the Iowa Utilities Board that will determine if the company proposing the pipeline will have the ability to use eminent domain to gain rights to the land located along the path that the pipeline would be built. If built, the pipeline, being proposed by Texas-based company Dakota Access LLC, would carry crude oil from North Dakota’s Bakken Shale through South Da-kota and Iowa en route to a hub in Pakota, Ill., where it would connect to a Texas-bound pipeline. It would extend 343 miles through 18 Iowa counties, including Story and Boone. Thursday’s event was the public comment period of the hearing. Around 500 people attended the event, with more than 200 having the opportunity to voice their objec-tions or support over the pipeline’s construction.Speakers that shared their concerns over the project fo-cused mostly on issues concerning the environment and local farmers that may be impacted by the pipeline, while supporters of the project said it would create jobs for con-struction workers in the state. Marcy Good of Boone was among the first people who spoke, saying her family has been farming Iowa land

Proponents, opponents testify at hearingin Boone on Bakken Oil pipeline Nov. 19

for seven generations and she was worried that the pipeline may prevent future generations from carrying on her fam-ily’s tradition since her farm is one of many properties the pipeline would have to cross. “Caring for the land is everyone’s responsibility,” Good said. “We all realize that Iowa has some of the most productive land in the world. Iowa is in the business of ag-riculture, not the crude oil business. We plant seeds in our soil that grows to nourish the world, we don’t want any-thing planted in our land that could potentially be harm-ful.” Kevin Miller, a representative of the International Union of Operating Engineers from Des Moines, said he supported the pipeline’s construction because he didn’t be-lieve the project would create a serious risk to the environ-ment. “Nobody in their right mind would want some-thing to happen where there was a major spill or an acci-dent, so that needs to be taken into consideration,” Miller said. “I agree that climate change is an important issue, although people need to realize that it’s a global issue and it can not be fixed just here in the United States and in Canada.” Miller went on to tell people who were objecting to the pipeline’s construction to focus more on attempting to clean up countries with worse environmental practices, such as China and India.

Audubon resident Edward Wiederstein agreed with Miller, saying oil pipelines have been shown to be a low risk form of transportation for crude oil. “Pipelines are the safest method available for transporting energy products. This project represents a chance to help energy get where it needs to go with less risk to our land and water and at a cost that keeps it afford-able,” Wiederstein said. Arlene Bates said her family has farmed land south of Cambridge for more than a century and she be-lieves that any risk to the land is more risk than Iowans can afford. She also questioned the company’s right to use eminent domain to gain access to the properties owned by people who refuse to sign releases to grant easements. “Why should a private company have the right to come in and take our land for their own personal profit?” Bates said. Elaine Foley of Montrose in southeast Iowa said she thought the use of eminent domain was completely unjust and called upon the IUB to protect the interests of Iowa citizens over the profits of the out of state companies.“This insidious assault on Iowa’s land and its people must be stopped. The obscene use of eminent domain power to confiscate and prostitute Iowa’s resources must be de-

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Proceeds from the wreath raffle will go to the Gowrie Fire Station and the department that has been protecting our community and surrounding area for over 114 years. For more information contact Morgan at Macke Gowrie or Marcie at Webster-Calhoun Cooperative Telephone. Find Gowrie online at www.gowrie.org.

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“Come ye thankful people come. Raise the song of harvest-home. All is safely gathered in, Ere the winter storms begin”. From radio and TV reports I have been hearing that all or most of Iowa’s crops have been harvested and safely gathered in and, they are quite bountiful. We had “summer” so long this year it is hard to be-lieve we soon could be, as was said in the old days, “chipping the ice out of the stock tank” and seeing the white stuff flying around any day. It’s Iowa so who knows? What I can’t seem to catch up with is that Thanksgiving is upon us. Oh, I have seen all the fall décor items in the stores and the ads for hams and turkeys and the “trimmin’s” for Thanksgiving dinner but marketing is always “hyped” up way ahead of most holidays and then suddenly the day is here and still we aren’t always prepared. In my youth when all our families were intact and aunts, uncles and cousins were not that far away (both sides of my family) we always had Thanksgiving somewhere with someone and there was food, food, food. Mom kept busy a few days before doing her part whether it was to be at our house or another’s. If we were going away – to another town – it was easy to travel things like pumpkin and mince meat pies, crescent rolls and rye bread and an easily transported or put together there side dish. After all, we wanted to be sure there was enough for the big meal as well as “snack” stuff for an hour or so later. That was the day we never let our bellies get much beyond the stuffed feeling but what a good feeling – at the time anyway. As families change, grow up, move away, get their own, things change. After I had a large family and worked outside the home I mostly looked forward to four days away from the job but was given little time to relax. As long as parents still remained with us we had to maintain a tradition

Gathered in...of that large meal that took most of the women’s days be-fore and during just preparing, serving and clean up. Men still seemed to have the privilege of watching “the game” or sitting off in a far from the kitchen room and gabbing or snoozing. Once I was single again and a number of in-laws had moved to warmer climates, I was only obligated to “one side of the family” but I still longed for those four free days. Oh, I wanted to do it for family and I do love all that good food but still --- So, while Mom was with us we did it and then one of us transported Dad to Des Moines to share with us. After he became a nursing home patient one of my days to visit him was Wednesday so I continued that and then if I was asked and so chose, would share Thanksgiving with one of my children who now had their own families and in-laws. Now, I usually have “celebrated” a number of ways with several people preceding the holiday. If a child invites me and I am so inclined I may stop in for a short time. They, too, are glad to have a day or two off. Our philosophy, “Thanksgiving should be every day and shared every day”.So, however you plan to spend your Thanksgiving holiday or weekend, I hope you enjoy it and whomever you are shar-ing it with. Be gathered in. These are precious moments, those sharing moments so each time we do it, give thanks.HAPPY THANKSGIVING, ONE AND ALL!

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Thanksgiving will be celebrated this week in our nation. The national holiday was first celebrated in Plymouth, MA, by the Pilgrims and it has endured through the centuries. It is a day that we are thankful for the good har-vest, and indeed it was a great harvest in Iowa this year. It is also a day for thanking God for his many blessings. We can thank God for our families, our friends, our wonderful way of life here in Iowa. And it is indeed a blessing and privilege to live in the greatest country in the world. To be sure, our nation faces conflicts and chal-lenges in many areas of the world. We have experienced pain and suffering in our own country. But as Christians we also recognize that some of these problems are op-portunities. We are always being tested through many problems and tribulations, but we must always remember that these continual problems help us grow spiritually. These are some tragic happenings that defy un-derstanding. We don’t understand, but God understands and that’s all that matters. We put our trust in God. Let’s share our joy at Thanksgiving with our families, our friends, and with others who may not be as fortunate. Let’s reach out and share the great blessings of Thanksgiving. Sometimes as Christians and as ordinary citi-zens we misinterpret what has happened. We don’t see the whole picture. And sometimes we are so quick to make assumptions because of our fears. In 1815 a mes-sage was communicated to England that said: Welling-ton defeated. There was immediate panic amongst the citizenry, especially amongst the aristocracy who feared invasion. But this was a three word message and people had only received the first two words. The full message was this: Wellington defeated Napoleon. Napoleon, who had previously conquered much of Europe, was defeated at Waterloo, Belgium, by the English Duke of Wellington, Arthur Wellesley in June of 1815. The history of Europe and our world was changed in a mighty way. In our own Christian spheres we can be lead-ers and make a difference. The world may be terrified about horrific events, but we Believe and therefore we feel a confident peace because our trust is in God who is in control. We ask God for understanding and we look for opportunities to serve.

Lois Marie Lambert, 87, of Dayton, Iowa, passed on into the arms of her heavenly Father, Sunday, November 22, 2015, at Mary Greeley Medical Center in Ames, Iowa. Funeral services will be held 12:00 p.m., Saturday, November 28, 2015, at the Evangelical Covenant Church in Lanyon, Iowa. Pastor Marc Murchison will officiate. Burial will be at the Lost Grove Cemetery near Harcourt, Iowa. Visitation will be Saturday from 9:00 a.m. until the time of service at the church. For online obituaries & condolences please visit: www.carsonstappfuneralhome.com Lois Marie Olson was born on August 11, 1928, to Floyd and Tina (Skoglund) Olson. She graduated from Dayton High School in 1945, and continued attending her class reunions until 2015. She was united in marriage to Harold Lambert on December 21, 1945. The couple established their home and engaged in farming northwest of Dayton for over 60 years. Lois was a stay at home mom for many years. She was committed to assist with the farm work and do all the bookkeeping for the farm operation. However, her main priority was nurturing and development of her four pre-cious children. She gave birth to twins, (Bill and Bruce), son Brian, and daughter Sandi. She dedicated her life to the support and encouragement of her children, 13 grand-children, and 24 great grandchildren. She was an active member of the Lanyon Cov-enant Church for many years. She belonged to the Cov-enant Women, led many neighborhood bible studies, and opened her home to Joy Clubs in the summer. Lois val-ued her family above all else and entertained with many dinners, picnics, and family reunions. She organized many fundraisers and assisted many non-profit organi-zations with her finances. She generously gave sums of money to great grandchildren so that they could attend summer bible camps. Lois loved to knit and made many afghans for all the members of her family. She enjoyed reading, listening to Christian radio, watching sports on T.V. and visiting with friends and family. Years ago, her greatest joy was in helping others by delivering a casse-role, baking rye bread, sending cards and letters, or mak-ing a phone call. She was a wonderful role model for all. She had many others call her “grandma”, claiming her as a profound, significant influence in their lives. She was so interested in the lives of others, always encouraging those around her to find Jesus Christ for a born again experience. She was bold in her faith and steady in her commitment to Christ. She will be missed by very many people. Survivors include her children; Bruce (Joan) Lam-bert of Dayton, Iowa, Brian (Kathy) Lambert of Dayton, Iowa, and Sandi (Steve) Ward of Ames, Iowa; daughter-in-law, Cari Lambert of Dayton, Iowa; three sisters, Ma-vis (Phil) Presler of California, Marilyn (Chet) Cole of Texas, and Janet (Greg) Crew of Oregon; she was loved and cherished by thirteen grandchildren, twenty four great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, hus-band, Harold Lambert on May 18, 2011, and one son, Bill Lambert in 2010. Memorials may be left to the discretion of the family.

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Gowrie Fire Department Chief Greg Benson greets those attending the Gowrie Firemen’s Annual Fish Fry. Photo by Mary Ann Young.

nied,” Foley said. Scott Hughes said he grew up his family’s farm in Wildwood, Mo., which had oil pipelines running across the property. He said he never experienced any issues with the pipelines, but the impact it would have on local con-struction workers would make the product worthwhile.Hughes said that even though the jobs created by the pipe-line project would be mostly temporary jobs, it would give families a way of, “paying the mortgage, paying monthly utility bills and putting their kids through college.” Nevada, Iowa, resident Heidi Drees-White said that the pipeline might create some union jobs for con-struction workers but it may take jobs away from other union members, such as railroad workers. “It takes a two-person crew to take a train from Omaha to Boone and another two-person crew to take that train from Boone to Clinton. That means four people to take an oil train across the state and four people to take it back empty. Two hundred forty jobs per week and 12,480 jobs each year. These trains are moved by Iowans who live in our state permanently, and are currently employed in union positions,” Drees-White said.

Several members of the group opposing the pipe-line pointed out that many of the speakers, such as Hughes, came from out of state and didn’t represent the interests of Iowa residents. Nathan Malachowski, of Des Moines, and a member of Iowa Citizens for Community Involvement, which has opposed the pipeline’s construction and the use of eminent domain to obtain property for the project, criti-cized the IUB’s process and told the board he would be one of the many Iowans who would “inherit the consequences of your decision making.” “Think about us, because this really isn’t your decision to make. Who are you to put the futures of young folks across the country into jeopardy? So you can what, pad your resume by successfully protecting corporate in-terests at the utilities board? Please the governor? Advance your political careers? It’s my understanding that some of you on the board have already failed at that anyway. My generation still has hope that there’s another way of doing things,” Malachowski said. No comments were made by the IUB during the eight-hours of testimony. All rulings and decisions will be held for the end of the hearing process. The evidentiary hearing is scheduled to begin on Nov. 16 and continue through Dec. 2, depending on the amount of time needed.

A crowd of people objecting to the construction of the proposed Bakken pipeline, gathered in front of the community building at the Boone County Fairgrounds be-fore the Iowa Utilities Board hearing began Thursday. The crowd chanted and gave speeches that outlined why they are resisting the pipeline. Photo by Austin Harrington/Ames Tribune.

Mirian Kashia of North Liberty refused to face the Iowa Utilities Board and decided to address the crowd instead during the IUB hearings over the proposed Bakken pipeline Thursday in Boone. Kashia, while standing in front of a large clock that showed her remaining time, said it was up to the people to decide if the project should move for-ward, not the IUB. Photo by Austin Harrington/Ames Tri-bune.

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Call it an outdoor oasis. Jolin’s Terrace, which opened this past summer, has created a new garden/ther-apy space that inspires people of all ages to stay active at Friendship Haven. “Jolin’s Terrace reflects a big dream made pos-sible by generous donors,” said Jennifer Crimmins, vice president of campus development at Friendship Haven. “Their support has allowed us to create an inviting des-tination for residents, employees, families, and guests to enjoy the outdoors.”

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Located by the patio near Pocket Door Gifts at the Simpson Health Center, Jolin’s Terrace offers something for everyone, including: Wheelchair-accessible gazebo, Pergola, Raised planters for vegetable and flower gardening, Fire pit for roasting marshmal-lows, Three-hole putting green, Butterfly garden, Water fountain, Walking bridge, Playground and benches on the northeast corner of the Health Center Thanks to its visible, cen-tral location, Jolin’s Ter-race provides picturesque views that can be enjoyed from many windows on campus. “We’re pleased this appealing destination can be used by the entire campus of Friendship Ha-ven, as well as friends and families,” Jennifer said. Making therapy fun While Jolin’s Terrace of-fers a delightful place to take a stroll, it also allows the Catalyst Therapy team to enhance their current therapy treatments. Jolin’s Terrace includes steps, curves, curbs, slopes, inclines, and a bridge, along with walkways of

grass, brick, asphalt, pea rock, and stone pavers to help people improve their balance, endurance and visual per-ception skills. In addition, the potting station with potting bins at wheelchair height and standing height help people increase their strength and dexterity while decreasing anxiety, thanks to the tranquil setting. “Jolin’s Terrace connects people to their passions,” Jennifer said. These therapy options expand Catalyst’s pre-mier therapy resources, which include a fully-equipped gym within the Health Center. All these resources help make therapy activities so enjoyable that they don’t seem like work. “Jolin’s Terrace is an innovative, extraordinary space,” Jennifer said. “It shows how we dream big here and make these dreams a reality, thanks to the generosity of local donors who believe in our vision of people living full lives with faith, passion, and purpose.”

prove their balance, endurance and visual perception skills. In addition, the potting station with potting bins at wheelchair height and standing height help people increase their strength and dexterity while decreasing anxiety, thanks to the tranquil setting. “Jolin’s Ter-race connects people to their passions,” Jennifer said.These therapy options expand Catalyst’s premier therapy resources, which include a fully-equipped gym within the Health Center. All these resources help make therapy activities so enjoyable that they don’t seem like work.“Jolin’s Terrace is an innovative, extraordinary space,” Jennifer said. “It shows how we dream big here and make these dreams a reality, thanks to the generosity of local donors who believe in our vision of people living full lives with faith, passion, and pur-pose.”

Christmas in Gowrie is being held Saturday, Dec. 5 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., to help support the Gowrie Police Department’s need to buy equipment. Our police department is so important to our community. They are always there to help us. We have a chance to be there to help them. Come meet Mr. and Mrs. Claus at Gowrie Pub-lic Library while drinking some Hot apple cider or hot Chocolate. Carriage rides are being offered at $10 for adults and $5 for children. ALL proceeds will go to Gowrie Po-lice Department for new equipment. You may purchase tickets the day of the event. Find out about four chances to win a $25 Star Energy gas card by asking the best law enforcement question when you purchase your horse and carriage ride ticket. Winners will be announced on the Gowrie Police Department Facebook page. You may also win 2 massage gift certificates

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Many towns north, westof Gowrie receivemuch larger snowfall The Gowrie, Farnhamville, Callender area expe-rienced a major snowfall Friday but many communities in northwest Iowa had more than twice the snowfall that occurred locally. Some of the communities hit hardest were the following in snow inches: Rock Rapids, 16; Sheldon, 15; Emmetsburg, 13; Laurens, 12.8; Cylinder, 12.2; Algona, 12; Spencer, 10.5; Goldfield, 11; and many, many other towns with 10 inches or more of snowfall.

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James and Julia Cliber, of Urbandale, are the proud parents of a son, born Friday, October 30 at Methodist West Hospital in West Des Moines, IA. The baby boy was named James Christian. James Christian weighed 8 lbs. 7 oz. and was 21 1/2 inches long. James Christian has a sister Sienna. Maternal Grandparents are John and Marsha Samuel-son of Gowrie. Paternal Grandparents are James and Gina Cliber of Des Moines and Emiko and Nobu Yamakura of Okinawa, Japan.

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Gowrie’s Annual Holiday Tour of Homes will be Saturday, December 5 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. The Community Women’s Club puts the tour together with all proceeds going toward scholarships for SV stu-dents. The tour gives the people of Gowrie a chance to see unique and inspiring homes decorated for Christ-mas. Tickets are $5 and available at Macke Motors in Gowrie from 1:00 to 3:30 on December 5. The homes included in the tour are, Tonya and Brandon Harrison at 1001 Lincoln St. in Gowrie, Jill and Jeremy Viles at 1412 Park St. in Gowrie, and Renae and Steve Lane at 840 Lane’s Drive in Farnhamville.

Farnhamville American Legion Auxiliary honor Veterans at Veterans Coffee The Farnhamville American Legion Auxiliary hosted a Veterans Coffee on Saturday November 14 at the Legion Hall to thank all Veterans for their service. All proceeds from the free will offering will go towards the Honor Flight. Any additional donations will be gladly accept-ed by either Auxiliary or Legion members. Thank you for your support!

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Dean Erb, long-time attorney at the Johnson Law Firm in Gowrie, visits with Deb Sedlacek, legal secretary at the Johnson Law Firm in Fort Dodge, at the 50th anniver-sary of the Johnson Law Firm in Gowrie on Nov. 5 in Fort Dodge.

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so fast. I was one of the last to leave, about 10 minutes before 7 p.m. It was so much fun to listen and talk with the Johnson Law firm members along with the many people from the Gowrie area community attending this historic milestone. David Tjepkes, former state representative, is also a former Highway patrol-man. He recalled how a senior partner at the Johnson law firm had brilliantly handled one case he was involved in several decades ago. I did visit with my friend Dale Miller who also has good experiences with this law firm. Dale and wife Kay were in Des Moines earlier that day helping a family member. I was asked about Keith Ferguson, who is now a retired attorney in Dayton. I had recently enjoyed a good visit with Keith and he is well. Wife Mary and son Wade help Keith get around; Keith is aided by one of those electric motorized chairs. I did meet Gayle Redman for the first time. She is the newly elected Mayor of Gowrie. There were great hot meat entrees and an elegant cold meat and veg-etable tray. Jim Kramer was exhorting everyone to eat well. And we did. There was such good conversation at this wonderful event. On on the interior walls of the Johnson Law firm are several photos of the partners and members of the firm over the years. One could see Dean Erb and Jim Kramer in their much younger days. The Johnson Law firm owns and occu-pies the sixth and seventh floors of the Boston build-ing on Central Avenue in downtown Fort Dodge. This is a special law firm with a rich his-tory in Gowrie and in Fort Dodge.

Over 100 4-H members, parents, and guests at-tended the 2015 4-H Roun-Da-Vu (awards ceremony) held on November 1, 2015 at the Calhoun County Expo Building in Rockwell City. The Manson Craters 4-H Club was the host for the event that began at 2:00 p.m. The awards ceremony started with reciting the Pledge of Allegiance. 4-H activity reports were given on the Citizen Washington Focus trip by Becca Krueger and Kelsey Strandberg. Jacob Clark and Hannah Feilmeier gave re-ports on State Conference. All leaders for 2014-2015 and 2015-2016 were

Special Senior awards were awarded to Chase Pibal, Alexis Tucker, Kelsey Strandberg, Becca Krueger, Olivia Hanlon, Lucas Pontius, and Nathan Krueger.

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4-H Awards Ceremony Held at Calhoun County Expo building in November

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The town of Dayton was laid out and named by Benjamin Allison, in Nov. 1856. This was two years be-fore Dayton township was organized. Allison named the town West Dayton. In 1857, Allison built the first house in town. It was located where the Dayton House, or hotel, once stood - now the site of the Clover Farm Store. The house, 16 x 28, had two rooms. The family lived in one and Allison operated a store in the other. The supplies for the store were hauled from Keokuk by ox teams; it took from four to six weeks to make the trip. However, the store failed after two years, due to the depression from 1857 to 1865. Some of the early families made their first homes in caves in the hillsides, which afforded more protection from the weather, than the covered wagons. A short distance south and east of town these caves can still be found. Later log cabins were built among the trees. Benjamin Allison Started a saw mill in 1856, which sup-plied lumber for building. Dayton became an incorporated town, with the official seal on July 21, 1881. This was published in the Dayton Review July 21, 1881. Since Dayton was established in 1856, it has had a variety of business establishments. Some thrive for a while, but the changing needs of the people warranted a change of business. Therefore, we look back to the old days, when we had harness shops, blacksmith shops and three deliv-ery stables, that have been replaced by the garages and implements shops of today. Through the years, we have lost a number of business houses; such as those that sold boots and shoes; and coal, the creameries; millinery shops; hotels, flour mills, saw mills, brick and tile factories, etc. A stage coach route was established in the fall of 1856, on the west side of the river, between Fort Dodge and Des Moines. Oscar Powell was the stage coach driver. The route came through Dayton on the street east of the business district, to the basement barns and stage coach building. Here horses were kept to exchange for fresh teams for continuation of the trip. An opera house above a corner brick build-ing had “fine scenery” and seating capacity for several hundred. The seats were straight backed wooden chairs. All community entertainment such as movies, wrestling matches, class plays and speech contests and high school graduation exercises were held here. The Dayton Review was the first newspaper printed on May 2, 1879. It was founded by D. C. Auy-er and C. E. Dennison. One of the main editorials was, “Working the Roads” asking for improvement of high-ways for the benefit of the people. The paper was sold to J. A. Lindberg in 1880 and edited by him for the next 10 years. Grocers sold all of their food in bulk. People ordered their food by the pound. Coffee was sold green and had to be roasted and ground by the customer. Eggs, butter and corn were used by some consumers to “trade” for food supplies. There were no egg cases, so the eggs were paced in boxes and baskets in grain. Some grocers had corncribs behind their stores for storage. Not only food was sold in the three stores, which were called general stores, most items of clothing, shoes, boots and household linens were also on the shelves.

Dayton’s early years...

Dayton’s historic opera house.

Today Dayton’s one grocery store has most of it’s foods packaged. There are also many other items sold, reminding us of the three general stores of long ago. Soon after the end of World War I, a group of veterans organized the American Legion. It was named Peterson Post 323. Three Peterson men from three differ-ent families lost their lives during the war. World War II veterans joined the Peterson Post and since that time the membership has been around 100. In the eastern portion of Dayton Township a brief flurry of coal mining flourished near the mouth of Skillet Creek in the 1890’s which resulted in a post office named Lindberg being established in the area. This town had several names but the one remembered by the middle aged generation was ‘Hard scrabble’.

Dean Erb, long-time attorney at the Johnson Law Firm in Gowrie, visits with Deb Sedlacek, legal secretary at the Johnson Law Firm in Fort Dodge, at the 50th anniver-sary of the Johnson Law Firm in Gowrie on Nov. 5 in Fort Dodge.

Johnson Law Firm 50th anniversary. . .

4-H Awards Ceremony Held at Calhoun County Expo building in November

awarded to the Calhoun County Journal Herald for their generosity and support of all the area 4-H programs. Members of the 2015-2016 4-H County Coun-cil were installed by State Council member Hannah Feil-meier. The members are Allison Birks, Mitchell Clark, Cassie Darr, Olivia Hanlon, Colin Johnson, Becca Krueger, Nathan Krueger, Jacy McAlexander, Jacob Nicholson, Chase Pibal, Landon Pontius, and Lucas Pontius. Project Awards, Reading Awards and Perfect Attendance Awards were awarded to Junior, Intermedi-ate and Senior 4-H members: Olivia Hanlon: Clothing, Veterinarian Science, Visual Art, Reading; Lucas Pon-tius: Consumer Management, Visual Art; Laci Riedesel: Perfect Attendance; Special awards were presented to Senior 4-H’ers. Olivia Hanlon, Cedar Reading Rockers, each received the Merit Award. Lucas Pontius, Cedar Reading Rockers, each received the Achievement Award. The Calhoun County REC donated a $50.00 award to the Top 4-H’er in each age division. Following the ceremony photos of the winners were taken and refreshments were served.

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CITY OF GOWRIEPUBLIC NOTICE

The City of Gowrie is in the process of applying for a housing rehabilitation grant through the State of Iowa’s Housing Fund Program. The City is soliciting two proposals, one for providing grant administrative services, and the other for providing technical services administration and lead hazard reduction carrying costs. Firms that are interested should submit their proposals including: name, qualifications, experience, not to exceed cost for services, and references to the City of Gowrie, 1206 Market Street, Gowrie IA 50543 by December 9, 2015. If you have questions, please contact City Hall at 515-352-3999. E.O.E.

REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING NOVEMBER 16, 2015

Regular Gowrie City Council meeting was held November 16, 2015 at the Gowrie Civic/ Community Center with Mayor Dave Stokesbary in the chair and the following Council members answering roll call: Redman, Peterson, and Willardson. Arriving at 6:46 Jackson. Arriving at 6:47 Harrison. Redman moved the minutes of the previous meeting be approved, second by Willardson. Motion carried-unanimous. Jackson moved to approve agenda, second by Peterson. Motion carried-unanimous.

CITY OF CALLENDER – CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTESNovember 10, 2015

The Callender City Council Meeting was called to order at 6:30 p.m. by Mayor Randy Hanson. Present: Lee, Weston, Jondle, Martens. Absent: Shirbroun. Guests/Business From The Floor:John Gilbert shared Iowa Partnership for Success (IPFS) program noting 2 priorities to reduce underage & binge drinking. Jon Rollefson shared LED Sign info. and revolving loan fund ideas that might support new businesses. Shirley Helgevold MIDAS discussed next steps for the CDBG Housing Rehabilitation grant. Motion by Lee, Second by Martens to approve the Consent Agenda; including City Council Meeting Minutes 10/13/2015, Claims Payables October 2015 & Financial Report Bundle October 2015. All Ayes. MC Citizen inquiries: Employee Committee is creating policies for Use of City Vehicles and Customer Notification for Scheduled Utility Maintenance. Reviewed departmental reports; authorization for 4 water main valve repairs and requested resolution regarding 4 fire hydrants. Brine tank repair done. IPERS audit completed. Financials noted journal entry from Library to Harvest Fest $46.70. Motion by Weston to approve the Agenda, Second by Lee. All Ayes. MC Webster County Conference Board meeting conflicted with City Hall meeting. No nominee for advisory board provided from Callender. Election Results - Kim Jondle was administered her Oath of Office for City Council for the residue of her term which expires 12/30/2017. LED sign might be a budgetary discussion item discussions; approximately $15,000 - $25,000. Possible consideration 5 year capital project budgetary expense and fundraising? 4 water main valve repairs are needed. City will invoice boomtruck $55 hr 6 hours. Elevator - Asbestos inspection completed & abatement required. Abatement tabled until legal work is finalized regarding ownership. Motion by Weston, Second by Jondle requesting Mid States Millwright pay the city $20,000 and the city will take title to the elevator property and the city will remove the structure however this offer is contingent upon the city receiving approval from the Benefited Fire District / Callender Fire department to do a controlled burn for the city at this site. All Ayes. MC Legal Update - 1 new PMC violation reported. 2 PMC dismissed and 4 pending. Utility Report - Clerk provided variance report summary report and utility rates form surrounding cities to help with annual rate of review, utility rate and budget, discussions. Motion by Lee, Second by Martens to upgrade city council electronic tablets to laptops at a cost of $180 each, sell tablets $50 each, and offset technology budgetary expense. All Ayes. MC Health Insurance Renewal rates pending, comps provided. Tabled until Dec 8, 2015, Employee Committee will finalize a new policy for Use of Company Vehicles and Utility Maintenance Notification. City will proceed with preparations to apply for the CDBG Housing Rehabilitation Grant. Employee Committee Meeting scheduled 5:30 p.m. December 8, 2015. Weston will contact MER regarding revised Storm Sewer maps, additional lines, and council will discuss future plans during budget discussions. OCTOBER 2015CALHOUN COUNTY ELECTRIC ELECTRIC 17,830.91IOWA DNR DUES 99EIDE, ERIC LEGAL 640GRAHAM TIRE REPAIRS 25.15GOWRIE NEWS & PRINT SHOP PUBLICATION 376.86HEARTLAND BANK FEES 1.61IPERS PAYROLL 1,560.30LEE-LUKE, DENITA REIMBURSEMENT 114.3LEHIGH VALLEY COOP TELEP LIBRARY 496.31ACCESS SYSTEMS LIBRARY 76.62PETTY CASH TRAINING 56.37MENARDS BLADES ETC 106.65MID AMERICAN ENERGY LIBRARY 65.02NAPA AUTO SUPPLY SUPPLIES 131.66PEDERSON SANITATION GARBAGE/RECYCLE 4,010.00STAR ENERGY FUEL 243.72TREASURER-SALES TAX SALES TAX 936WEBSTER COUNTY TELECOM DUES 1,152.50MARTIN'S PEST CONTROL MOSQUITO 1,450.00BAKER AND TAYLOR LIBRARY 274.77MICROMARKETING LIBRARY 44.49FORT DODGE ASPHALT ROAD REPAIRS 4,315.00CITY OF CALLENDER UTILITIES 1,733.6NCIA REGIONAL SOLID WASTE DUES 423POSTMASTER POSTAGE 210COLLECTIONS SERVICES CTR PARYOLL 1,070.28GOOD HOUSEKEEPING LIBRARY 14.95QUILL SUPPLIES 25.65CAPSTONE PRESS LIBRARY 188.9HEALTH ALLIANCE INSURANCE 1,026.00PETTY CASH LIBRARY LIBRARY 132.56AMERICAN TEST CENTER BOOMTRUCK 493POWERS TREE SERVICE TREE TRIMMING 4,200.00EFTPS PAYORLL 2,236.85KRIZ-DAVIS CO SUPPLIES 968.22KINGSGATE INSURANCE INSURANCE MOWER 16AG SOURCE TESTING 39VESSCO REPAIRS 123.53HOLIDAY INN DM AIRPORT TRAINING 209.48DAVE MCLOUD MOWING 357COUNTRY GARDENS LIBRARY 19.97STRAIGHT TALK PHONE 49.43LOHRVILLE LOCKER HARVEST FEST 76.65CARROLL IMPLEMENT REPAIRS 202.9PAYROLL CHECKS 10/01/2015 2,224.82PAYROLL CHECKS 10/14/2015 2,136.75PAYROLL CHECKS 10/29/2015 2,713.96 CLAIMS TOTAL 54,899.74EXPENSES GENERAL FUND 14,519.19 ROAD USE TAX FUND 5,616.15 EMPLOYEE BENEFITS FUND 256.5 WATER FUND 4,990.54 SEWER FUND 3,278.15 ELECTRIC FUND 26,239.21REVENUE GENERAL 19,107.62 RUT 2,577.13 EMPLOYEE BENEFITS 2,683.89 EMERGENCY 439.92 LOST 8,714.15 DEBT SVC 0 CAPITAL PROJ 0 WATER 9,295.94 SEWER 3,061.60 ELECTRIC 28,365.49 STORM WATER 3,619.02 The Next Regular City Council Meeting will be December 8, 2015 at 6:30 p.m. Motion by Martens, Second by Jondle to adjourn at 9:15 p.m. All Ayes - MC

_____________________________________ Randy Hanson - MayorATTEST:_____________________________________Denita Lee-Luke – City Clerk

STATE OF IOWA 16209400800000

2015 City of Gowrie

FINANCIAL REPORT 1206 Market Street

FISCAL YEAR ENDED Gowrie, Iowa 50543

JUNE 30, 2015GOWRIE

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ALL FUNDS

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Revenues and Other Financing Sources

Taxes levied on property 420,601 420,601 0

Less: Uncollected property taxes-levy year 0 0 0

Net current property taxes 420,601 420,601 0

Delinquent property taxes 0 0 0

TIF revenues 0 0 0

Other city taxes 191,349 0 191,349 0

Licenses and permits 2,128 0 2,128 0

Use of money and property 31,176 21,742 52,918 0

Intergovernmental 202,302 0 202,302 0

Charges for fees and service 141,729 1,315,976 1,457,705 0

Special assessments 1,463 0 1,463 0

Miscellaneous 241,688 85,541 327,229 0

Other financing sources 326,883 0 326,883 0

Total revenues and other sources 1,559,319 1,423,259 2,982,578 0

Expenditures and Other Financing Uses

Public safety 133,208 0 133,208 0

Public works 199,676 0 199,676 0

Health and social services 79,614 0 79,614 0

Culture and recreation 344,406 0 344,406 0

Community and economic development 141,795 0 141,795 0

General government 84,401 0 84,401 0

Debt service 172,515 0 172,515 0

Capital projects 47,362 0 47,362 0

Total governmental activities expenditures 1,202,977 0 1,202,977 0

Business type activities 0 1,531,086 1,531,086 0

Total ALL expenditures 1,202,977 1,531,086 2,734,063 0

Other financing uses, including transfers out 310,938 0 310,938 0

Total ALL expenditures/And other financing uses 1,513,915 1,531,086 3,045,001 0

Excess revenues and other sources over (under)

45,404 -107,827 -62,423 0 Expenditures/And other financing uses

Beginning fund balance July 1, 2014 1,236,664 908,285 2,144,949 0

Ending fund balance June 30, 2015 1,282,068 800,458 2,082,526 0

$0 held in non-budgeted internal service funds; $0

held in Pension Trust Funds; $0 held in Private Purpose Trust Funds and $0

held in agency funds which were not budgeted and are not available for city operations.

Indebtedness at June 30, 2015

General obligation debt $1,050,000 Other long-term debt $0

Revenue debt $1,473,576 Short-term debt $0

TIF Revenue debt $0

General Obligation Debt Limit $1,876,764

Note - These balances do not include

Library Board report was given by Travis Nuss. Discussions on Book & Bake Sale, the District Meeting on Thursday, November 19, 2015, asking for more members for the meeting, and the Library will be having an open house the day of the Police Fundraiser on December 5, 2015. Police report was given by Patrick Monaghan. Discussions on December 5, 2015 fundraiser, announced papers to be served, the need for anti-virus for lap top, and the SUV was winterized. Spoke to council about getting a computer for police needs only. Discussion on Health Insurance Policy was not entertained at this time, no action taken. A discussion will be done at a later date to adapt a new Employee Policy Handbook separate from Gowrie Municipal Utilities.Motion: Moved by Redman, second by Willardson to approve Annual Financial Report pending further information on debt obligation entry. Motion carried-unanimous. Motion: Moved by Harrison, second by Jackson to approve Jamboree Foods’ liquor license. Motion carried-unanimous. Motion: Moved by Redman, second by Jackson to approve electric communication for approved of Willison Concrete bid in front of old Casey’s store. Roll call: unanimous. Terry Towne asked the council to reconsider the approval of the rezoning on County Road from October’s meeting. She would like the Planning and Zoning Committee to do the process correctly. Motion: Moved by Redman, second by Willardson to rescind our motion from last month and table until December meeting so we can send letters out again. Harrison stated that sending letters is Zoning’s job. Motion carried: 0 ayes, 5 nays. Community & Family Resources spoke to the Council about how to spend Grant Funds in Webster County. Looking for Collaboration Council to decide what needs to be done. Applications will be available at the clerk’s office if interested. Chuck Angstrom discussed the surge tank leaking at the swimming pool. City attorney, recommends engineers put together a cost estimate.Motion: Moved by Peterson, second by Willardson to have the city attorney do necessary paperwork to go after for all the damages. Motion carried-unanimous. Motion: Moved by Harrison, second by Jackson to rent water softener for Library and Community Center from Blue Ribbon/Pelham Water. Roll call: unanimous. Motion: Moved by Harrison, second by Willardson to allow a discount to promote new Golf Members. Rates will be for 2015 current rate for new members only, and purchased by December 24, 2015. Motion: Moved by Peterson, second by Willardson to approve Mulligan’s, Bad Shots LLC, liquor license pending on proper paper work. Motion carried-unanimous. Motion: Moved by Redman, second by Harrison approval of $1500 established to put in a new kitchen floor at Mulligan’s, and approval of Jerry Lawman’s bid to install. Roll call: unanimous. Motion: Moved by Redman, second by Willardson to approve Willison Concrete bid to do 3 handicap mats on Market Street and Cottonwood. Roll call: unanimous. Public comment was made by Dan Hanson having received a complaint about his dog barking. Redman moved to approve the paying of November bills, second by Harrison. Motion carried-unanimous. Adjourning of the meeting at 8:05 p.m. moved by Peterson, second by Willardson. Motion carried-unanimous.ARAMARK SUPPLIES 542.01BLACK HILLS ENERGY UTILITY BILL 330.99CASEY'S POLICE FUEL 223.36CINTAS RED CROSS SUPPLIES 77.57GOWRIE FIRE DEPARTMENT QRT. PAYMENT FY 2015 2,414.04GOWRIE MUNICIPAL UTILITIE UTILITIES 3,958.52GOWRIE NEWS PUBLICATIONS 192.04JAMBOREE LIQUOR 867.88MIDLAND POWER SECURITY LIGHT 88.61NAPA AUTO PARTS, SHOP TOOLS/BATTERY FOR MOWERE 135.69NORTH CENTRAL SOLID WASTE OCT-DEC 2015 QTR ASSESSMENT 1,166.63STAR ENERGY POLICE FUEL 239.76WEBSTER CALHOUN TELEPHONE SERVICES 546.84EFTPS FED/FICA TAX 3,831.43IPERS IPERS 2,260.12STATE W/H STATE TAXES 564.00WEBSTER CO TELECOMM., OCT,NOV,DEC QTRLY PAYMNT 2,849.50ADVANCED SYSTEMS-DALLAS LIBRARY COPIER 65.66BAKER & TAYLOR LIBRARY BOOKS 179.94CENTER POINT LARGE PRINT LIBRARY BOOKS 41.94THE PENWORTHY COMPANY LIBRARY BOOKS 69.90ELDERBRIDGE AGENCY CONG.MEALS 2,177.00BLUE RIBBON PELHAMS SFTNR SALT 18.00

ANDERSON ERICKSON DAIRY DAIRY PRODUCTS 182.19DESIGN ELECTRONICS LIBRARY KEY FOR JEFF 2.25M&M SALES CO COPIER 29.57TOWN & COUNTRY VETERINARY, DOG BOARDING 35.00FARMERS COOPERATIVE SPRING AGRONOMY 313.70ROPER REPAIR CLUBHOUSE PLUMBING 69.61SOUTHWEST WEB AMBULANCE, FY 2015 PAYMENT IN FULL4,828.08SCHOLASTIC LIBRARY LIBRARY BOOKS 152.10AUTOMATED SAND & GRAVEL FILL SAND 131.72ADVANCED SYSTEMS-WATERLOO, LIBRARY COPIER 34.15US FOODS FOOD 1,166.02IA DEPT OF NATURAL, ANNUAL WATER USE FEE 2016 99.00SPEED'S AUTO SUPPLY GOLF CART LEASE 916.66VISA CITY/LIBRARY SUPPLIES 394.75HALLETT MATERIALS GOLF COURSE 870.00JD'S TREE SERVICE SUNSET DR. TREES 4,601.00NORTHERN LIGHTS, MULLIGAN'S FOOD/SUPPLIES 2,072.21MACKE MOTORS, FORD,JOHN DEER MAINTENANCE 108.01LOVE OF QUILTING LIBRARY MAGAZINE 21.00DON'S PEST CONTROL TREATMENTS 137.80MERCHANT BANK CREDIT CARD FEES 184.84ELISSA MOBLEY MILEAGE REIMBURSEMENT 69.88CARA BALL KARAOKE 250.00CARPENTER UNIFORM CO. UNIFORMS 748.99HAWKINS, INC POOL 155.11BENNETT, CRIMMINS & LIVIN, 2 LETTERS,MULLIGAN'S LEASE150.00TAYLOR, TAMMY COMM CENTER CLEANING 200.00CASH FOR LIBRARY BOOK & BAKE SALE DRAWER285.00DANIELLE CLANCY GAS REIMBURSEMENT 52.06REGISTER MEDIA AD FOR POLICE CHIEF 8.19THE CUTTING EDGE, AERIFIED GREENS, CORE REMOVEL, 1,070.00PAYROLL CHECKS TOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS 13,354.57 CLAIMS TOTAL 55,534.89 GENERAL FUND 26,651.27 GOLF COURSE FUND 12,375.02 ROAD USE TAX FUND 10,676.98 CONGREGATE MEALS FUND 5,831.62 TOTAL RECEIPTS FOR NOVEMBER $ 10,180.74_________________________________________ _______________Danielle Clancy, City Clerk Dave Stokesbary, Mayor

Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church list of events Tuesday, Nov 24 at 7:00 p.m. Women’s Eve-ning Bible Study will meet in the Fireside room. Wednesday, Nov 25 Thanksgiving Worship Service with Holy Communion. Thursday, Nov 26 the office will be closed in abservance of Thanksgiving. Saturday, Nov 28 Men’s Group will meet in the Fireside room at 9:00 a.m. Shared Blessings Food Pantry will be open from 10:00 a.m. to noon.

Nov. 25, 2015 11THE GOWRIE NEWSTHE GOWRIE NEWSANDERSON ERICKSON DAIRY DAIRY PRODUCTS 182.19DESIGN ELECTRONICS LIBRARY KEY FOR JEFF 2.25M&M SALES CO COPIER 29.57TOWN & COUNTRY VETERINARY, DOG BOARDING 35.00FARMERS COOPERATIVE SPRING AGRONOMY 313.70ROPER REPAIR CLUBHOUSE PLUMBING 69.61SOUTHWEST WEB AMBULANCE, FY 2015 PAYMENT IN FULL4,828.08SCHOLASTIC LIBRARY LIBRARY BOOKS 152.10AUTOMATED SAND & GRAVEL FILL SAND 131.72ADVANCED SYSTEMS-WATERLOO, LIBRARY COPIER 34.15US FOODS FOOD 1,166.02IA DEPT OF NATURAL, ANNUAL WATER USE FEE 2016 99.00SPEED'S AUTO SUPPLY GOLF CART LEASE 916.66VISA CITY/LIBRARY SUPPLIES 394.75HALLETT MATERIALS GOLF COURSE 870.00JD'S TREE SERVICE SUNSET DR. TREES 4,601.00NORTHERN LIGHTS, MULLIGAN'S FOOD/SUPPLIES 2,072.21MACKE MOTORS, FORD,JOHN DEER MAINTENANCE 108.01LOVE OF QUILTING LIBRARY MAGAZINE 21.00DON'S PEST CONTROL TREATMENTS 137.80MERCHANT BANK CREDIT CARD FEES 184.84ELISSA MOBLEY MILEAGE REIMBURSEMENT 69.88CARA BALL KARAOKE 250.00CARPENTER UNIFORM CO. UNIFORMS 748.99HAWKINS, INC POOL 155.11BENNETT, CRIMMINS & LIVIN, 2 LETTERS,MULLIGAN'S LEASE150.00TAYLOR, TAMMY COMM CENTER CLEANING 200.00CASH FOR LIBRARY BOOK & BAKE SALE DRAWER285.00DANIELLE CLANCY GAS REIMBURSEMENT 52.06REGISTER MEDIA AD FOR POLICE CHIEF 8.19THE CUTTING EDGE, AERIFIED GREENS, CORE REMOVEL, 1,070.00PAYROLL CHECKS TOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS 13,354.57 CLAIMS TOTAL 55,534.89 GENERAL FUND 26,651.27 GOLF COURSE FUND 12,375.02 ROAD USE TAX FUND 10,676.98 CONGREGATE MEALS FUND 5,831.62 TOTAL RECEIPTS FOR NOVEMBER $ 10,180.74_________________________________________ _______________Danielle Clancy, City Clerk Dave Stokesbary, Mayor

Thur., Oct. 15 - Open door 1000 Blk Market St. Secured Sun., Oct. 18 - Open door 1000 Blk Market St. Secured; Traffic stop-232 WOH Warning no tail lights and expired registra-tion; LEC- Ambulance call 4th St. Apart-ments.; Assist Calhoun Co. in Farnhmville. Active burglary. Everything checked ok. Mon., Oct. 19 - Traffic stop- 680 ZGY Warning speedTue., OCt. 20 - Traffic stop- CIN 146 Warn-ing speedWed, Oct. 21 - Traffic stop- 960 YYQ Cita-tion speed; Open door 1300 Blk Riddle St. Secured; 1200 Blk Main St. Burning during burn ban. Fire put out. Thu., Oct. 22 - 1000 Blk Pleasant St. reference trespassing complaint; Traffic stop- BOU 232 citation speed; 900 Blk Mar-ket St. reference suspended driver; East Glen St. reference burning during burn ban. Fire put out. Fri., Oct. 23 - Car accident 1100 Blk Beek St. No report. Info exchange sheet filled out; LEC- reported assault at Casey’s. Case under investigation; LEC- 1100 Blk 2nd St. reference suspicious vehicle. No vehicles present on arrival; Open door 1100 Blk Elm St. Secured; Open door 1100 Blk Elm St. Se-cured. Sat., Oct. 24 - LEC- 1000 Blk Riddle St. reference suicidal juvenile male. Trans-ported to Trinity for evaluation perMother’s request. Assisted by Webster Co. Sheriff’s Office and Dayton PD. Sun., Oct. 25 - LEC- 1100 Blk Coun-ty RD. reference harassment over text mes-sages. No report. Advised Jefferson PD as other party resides in Jefferson.

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Pictured from L to R are, Macy, 11 months, daughter of Morgan Fredrickson; Drew, eight, Charlie, four, children of A.J. and Katie Dorsey; Emma, eight and Ellie, six, daughters of Jessie and Greg Gernhart.

Tomorrow's Leaders

HUNDERTMARK AUCTION HWY 169, HUMBOLDT, IA2010 Chevrolet Impala LT Pristine condition,

under 40,000 milesHundreds of signed, First Edition books, many religion, inspi-rational, history, mystery, political, children’s and other genre’s; kitchen everything including hundreds of cookbooks; vintage dining room set with curved glass, lighted hutch; scrapbook-ing/craft supplies; pink Depression glass; Waterford and other crystal by various makers; signed Fenton glass; vintage Christ-mas ornaments; etc. and Much Much More!

OWNER - MAVIS DIMENT ESTATE

VERY LARGE ESTATE-COLLECTIBLE SALE

SUNDAY, DEC. 6 • NOONUNTIL EVERYTHING IS SOLD

Heck family, Dayton, donates Christmas decoration for Festival of Lights. . .

There was major vandalism to the Festival of Lights in Dayton Saturday night, Nov. 14, and several Dayton people donated Christmas displays for the Festival of Lights including Sherri and her son Jeff Heck, Dayton. Jeff is shown with Santa and his reindeer, originally made and owned by Sherri’s grandparents, the Call family from Lohrville. Some repairs were made but it was mostly in good condition. Beverly Jondle, Dayton, heads the Festival of Lights celebration this year.

A snowmobiler enjoys winter activities. Photo by Mary Ann Young.

school districts. Other schools closing in our area included Fort Dodge, Gilmore City-Bradgate, Glidden-Ralston, Hamp-ton-Dumont, Harlan, Humboldt and Twin Rivers, Iowa Falls and Alden, Laurens-Marathon, Manson-Northwest Webster, Northeast Hamilton, South Central Calhoun, and South Hamilton. Tow service bans were issued for many coun-ties, including Boone and Story counties. Webster Coun-ty was not listed in this ban. The snow is expected to stay over the weekend with temperatures dropping to the 20s and 30s starting Friday evening.

Gowrie Community Blood Drive Thursday, Dec. 3 The Gowrie Community Blood Drive will be held Thursday, Dec. 3 from 2:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Gowrie Community Center located at 1206 Market Street in Gowrie. You may schedule your appointment online at www.lifeservebloodcenter.org or call 800-287-4903. Please bring a valid form of identification, such as your donor ID card or a driver’s license. The blood drive is sponsored by the Gowrie Women’s Club.

Zion Lutheran Church list of events On Wednesday, Nov. 25 a Thanksgiving Even Service will be held at 7:00 p.m. at UMC. Saturday at 3:00 p.m. the church will begin dec-orating for Christmas. Tuesday, Dec 1 at 10:00 a.m. there will be a

GCC taped service. Wednesday, Dec. 2 Beginner & Sonshine Bells will be at 4:00 p.m. Church Chix, Confirmation Class, and Vesper Ringers will meet at 7:00 p.m.

Our Saviours Lutheran Church plans Christmas fair and luncheonSaturday, Dec. 5... Saturday, Dec 5 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church in Callender will be holding a Christmas fair and luncheon. A bake sale, Lefse sale, Christmas treasures, and Crafts will be on the agenda. The lunch menu will be beef burgers or chicken salad in a Krum Kaka bowl, salads, fancy cookies, and Scandinavian food. The cost of the lunch is 4th grade and adults $7.00, Preschool to 3rd grade $3.00, and age 3 and under eat free.

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