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Home My WebLink About04-2002 ------------------------ t APR\tW 002 I i ) r $ zihs> :51 S ..u:..:.,.,,, tar;tr:;i:r•:;:•::::r.�.:�.�......:.::.:.::. :,, .;r.�:.�.e::aa•... :.:..... I............................. ........... }.v :{:vv:,�::::.i:.is iii}i:::::.�ii...........:.�. .. ''r}:::;•::•1::, :Mr:s '{+•':::::x::;{ter:{{.:iX int: Apra City ®f Fairfax shovewk "U IMPORTA'N'T NOTICE May Flowers- RcuARDING Special points of Interest: GARBAGE TAGS • Garbage Tag Notice As of June 30, 2002, our waste hauling contract will • City Wide Cleanup Days expire with Waste Management. We are in the process * Fairfax Garage Sale Day . of submitting h cl. proposals to haulersin our area. • Memorial]Jay Services Please try to buy a sufficient amount of tags to get Arbor Team Pancake Breakfast through to June 25th. This is the last trash pickup day • Recollections of the Past with our current tag system. ]'' 1 VAny tags �t''hat are • American Flags For Sale purchased in excess WILL L.rL O l BE City Minutes REFUNDABLE. Fire Department News As of July 2nd, we will have a different tag system and, we are not sure at this point what the new tag system is going to be. CITY HALL For All Senior Citizens Ivlandsy—Wednesday---Friday 7:3,(0 —4:00 PM Meetings are held at the Fairfax American Legion Mall on the second Tuesday of the month. The Linn County(Public Health Nurse is there from 11:00 AM to 12:00 Noon to check blood pressure and pulse. Potluck begins at 12:00 Noon. Just bring a covered dish and table service. The (Business 7: i100A Tuesday and Thursday Meeting follows the meal. After the meeting, there lis a social time for playing cards and games. For —,6:00 PM more additional information, please call Frank Novotny at 366-0868. City MAI Phone: 846-2204 Fairfax Boys Little League 4 . All bays currently in 3rd, 4th or 5th Grades interested in playing Little League Baseball for the City at Fairfax Call Rick Steffens at 846-7096 T' ✓f L7[7?/1.r-C iv awl Pr Czwei atrea4 stat-re&I1W Paget RECOLLECTIONS OF THE PAST Early Citizens of Fairfax Township S x t ry u . Mr.and Mrs.Wnx.Giddings. Mr.Giddings member Co.G,24th Iowa Infantry. Frank Beebe and Family Born in Ohio 1837;carne to county 1852. Mrs, Mr.Beebe born in Wisconsin 1853;came to county Giddings born m Canada 1837;came to county 1867. 187'1. Mrs.Beebe born in Fairfax township 1855. M F ''� ��' pt14 r ,17 Mr.and Mrs.E.D.Cleveland Mr.Cleveland member Co.B,210th Penn. Bain A,McClintock and Family in Penn.1824;came to county 187'3. Mrs. Cleveland born in Penn,1829;died July 3d,1906. Mr.McClintock township clerk. Born in Clinton county,1856;came to county 1886 _ t Mr.and Mrs.f,R CCerveny EJ-1,Xnickerbacker and Family Mr.Cerveaay breeder of Poland China Mr.Knickerbocker importer sand dealer in hogs and fancy poultry, Belgian draft horses. RepHnted from the 1906 Linn County Directory Page 3 RECOLLECTIONS OF THE PAST i . ,; ail_. m _s A ,' s , Oscar Beebe and Family Mr.Beebe a farmer and Etuit grower. Born in Wisconsin 1860;came to coup 1882, Mrs.Beebe.. C.J.fKnickerbocker nd draft born in Penn,1873;came o county 1873, Breeder of carnage and draft.horses. F, - A Mr,and Mrs.,john Henry Mr.Henry a fairner and stock raiser, Born in Fairfax Township 1970, Mrs,Henry born in f ohnson county 1884. Mr.A.,�.Reid Born 18 to county 940 35;came • o 1 The Fairfax Library has received the gift of a curio cabinet, which ... has been placed in the community room. 'The library and the Fairfax �r Historical Society now request the community to aid us in collectnng "t' a ..a memorabilia of Fairfax. Already, a match holder and a plate„ both from Vorel's store and a 1909 silver trophy for the best ten ear's of s corn grown in Fairfax Township have been donated. Itemstriay be donated or "on loam:". If you have an item and are interested, in W.B.Reid and FanSily sharing it and preserving our Fairfax heritage, please contact or call Mr.Reid a daigwan. Horn in L:nn co inky 1$63. Mrs, one of the follming: Reid born in'Penn,1869carne to county 1892. Mary Pacha 846-2244((;ity Hall) Kathy Waycholl" 8466-2288 (home) or 846-2304 (hank) Vernon Cerveny 846-2373 Reprinted from the 1906 Linn County Directory Page 4 FAIRFAX PUBLIC, L.III.CI, ARY Renew By Phone if the Library is closed, patrons are able to renew their materials by phone...just leave a message. LIBRARY HOURS Monday Thursday 10:00 AM -8:00 PM 4:00 PM - 8:00 PMPLEASE DONATE Tuesday Friday ANY NEW OR USED 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM 10:00 PM - 6:00 PM `r Wednesday Saturday VIDEOS 2:00 PM - 8:00 PM 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM' *We Have Story Time on Thursday evenings at 5:30 and Monday mornings at 10:30. During the month of April we will be discovering fairy tales and would love to have new preschoolers join us, *We have five patrons who are interested in a boort discussion group for adults. If you are interested in being part of this group, please stop by or give the library a call. This would be a great opportunity to get to know fellow readers and to see how other people may interpret a book. "C�aanks so mch to Ron& Side Tonneson /� 7� { fvr v0171nteering 10 fold 17 11\.1:�A X ` I R EDEPARTMENT & newsletterfor1as. Proudly Serving Fairfax, Walford and Surrounding Areas Iowa's weather for the winter of 2001-2002 that has a secured lid. Also keep a flashlight, has been extremely mild and we have not.. portable radia and year cell phone (if you own experienced a "normal" Iowa winter. Now that one) in the container. The emergency container winter is behind us, we need to start thinking should be in your safe place. These large rf f about sprung and tornado season. storage containers can be purchased) at any Every year people and communities become discount store for less than $4.0,00, ✓' victims of these violent storms, When the Also with the arrival of spring, eo �r man y le are people weather becomes a threat to our citizens in burning off their waterways, ditches and yard our Jurlsdiotuon, we go out on storm watch. We debris from winter. Please be aware of the also serve as the eyes for you and the weather weather on the day you burn. Please take into service, When the storm sirens are activated, consideration the wind velocity and direction in piease seek shelter in a safe place. Hear are a which the wind is blowing. Remember to get a few simple tips for you and your family, burn permit from the Linn County Health 1, Designate a safe area in your home and Department and notify the Linn County Sheriff's go to it. Department and your local fire department when 2. Show all family members where this you are going to burn. area is. The Fairfax Public Library has received two 3. Explain to your children why the storm new books donated by the Fairfax Fire siren is activated and why to take cover. Department in memory of Lynn Stallman. They 4. To protect your important documents, are GROUND POINT ZERO and HIERO'S. family pictures or other important valuables, Both are excellent books for everybody, of all place therm in a large waterproof container ages. PE,K Y Pos,r 572 A Pekomy Post 572 history display has been set up in the lobby of the bank by Frank Karal. All are invited to stop and see this display.. Memorial Day services will be held on Monday„ May 27, 2002 at 10:30 AM in the Legion Hall. 0 100, It's time to garag.. and get ready for the big city-wide garage sale day! If you would like to be included on the map, mail $2 and your address to Kathy Bullock, 117 Church Street, Fairfax, A 52228 before Saturday, May 11th. Questions? Call 8 FA* IRFA* X G A* R A* GE IA* LE D A* Y SAI URDAY, 7 MAY 18y 2002 8:00 A 4:00 P THE FAIRFAX MEAT COMPANY 28-Mar-02 Buy Porkf HIGHWAY 151, FAIRFAX IOWA ALL PRICES SUBJECT Help Iowa Farmers PHONE 319-846-2853 TO CHANGE LOCATED NEXT TO THE GARDEN OF EAT[N`AND THE DAIRY QUEEN 25# CHOICE BEEF 25# MEAT BUNDLE 112 OF 112 25# PORK BUNDLE BUNDLE 2 LBS ROUND STEAK 0 LBS ARM ROAST 7 LB CNTR CUT CHOPS 3 ILBS ROUND STEAP 3 LBS CHUCK ROAST 6 LBS CHUCK ROAST 4 LB PORK STEAK 3 LBS CHUCK ROAS7 5 LBS GROUND CHUCI 6 LBS ROUND STEAK 3 LB PORK BACK RIBS 3 ILBS ARM ROAST 2 LBS CHOPS 20 LBS GROUND CHUCK 2 LB PORK SAUSAGE 5 LBS GROUND CHU 2 LBS PORK STEAK 6 LBS SIRLOIN 3 LB BONELESS LOIN 3 LBS RIBEYE 3 LB CHICKEN 6 LBS N.Y.STRIP SLICES 3 LBS SIRLOIN 3 LBS RIBEYE 6 LBS RIBEYES 3 LB BACON 3 LBS N Y STRIP 2 LBS SIRLOIN 5 LBS ROLLED ROAST 3 LB BOSTON BUTT 2 LBS BEEF STEW 1 LBS SAUSAGE 3 LBS STEW MEAT ROAST $96.14 2 LB PORK I(LOIN 2 LBS MINUTE STEAK $59.90 50#BEEF BUNDLE $74.74 $234.09 COMBO BUNDLE 6 LIB ROUND STEAK 50#MEAT BUNDLE 112 HOG BUNDLE 2 LBS ROUND STEAK 6 LB CHUCK ROAST 6 LBS ROUND STEAK 5 LB BOSTON BUTT 3 LBS GROUND CHUCK 6 LB ARM ROAST 6 LBS CHUCK ROAST 6 SLICES PORK STEAK 2 LBS SLAB BACON 12 ILBS GRD CHUCK 6 LBS ARM ROAST 24 SLICES BONLSS LOIN 1 112"HAM SLICE 3 ILB BEEF STEW 3 LBS CHICKEN 24 SLICES PORK CHOPS 1 LB PORK SAUSAGE 3 LB N.Y. STRIP 4 LBS PORK BACK 1 WHOLE BONE IN HAM 1 LB BF STEW MEAT 4 LB SIRLOIN RIBS 5 LBS BACON 3 LB CHICKEN 5 LB ROLLED RUMP 5 LBS CENTER CUT 5 LBS,SAUSAGE 1 LB BONELESS 3 LB RIBEYE PORK CHOPS 6 LBS PORK BACK RIBS PORK LOIN 2 LB MINUTE STEAK 10 LBS GROUND CHUCK $124.58 $30.16 $165.31 2 LB BNLS (PORK LOIN 25#ROAST BUNDLE 2 LBS SAUSAGE 5 LBS CHUCK ROAST 3 LBS SIRLOIN 5 LBS ARM ROAST 2 LB PORK STEAK 5 LBS PORK ROAST 1 LB STEW MEAT 5 LBS ROLLED RUMP $123.47' 5 LBS GROUND CHUCK $62.16 THE FOLLOWING ARE ALSO AVAILABLE One box bacon wrapped sirloins--------------8 six ounce to box $16.90, One box of 24 four ounce chicken breast $21.00 Ground chuck patties---four or five to a pound One five pound package $12.95 Whole Ribeye,Strips,Top Butts or beef Short Loins (T-bones) cut to order Now offering free delivery to Fairfax on orders $ 30 . 00 and over . Use these bundles or, make your own . No minimum on walk in trade , Page 5 . UPCOMING MEETINGS FIRE DEPARTMENT Monday, April 29, 2002 7:00 PMJ'Q.......:..:...::::. Upstairs in Fire Hal! CITY COUNCIL Tuesday, May 14, 2002, 7:00 PM LIBRARY BOARD City Hall Monday, May 13, 2002 7:00 PM AMERICAN LEGION Library Community Room Monday, May 6, 2002 8:00 PM Legion Hall Pekomy Post 572 regular meetings are held PLANNING & ZONING the first Monday of each month. The meetings will now start at 8;00 PM. All veterans are Monday, May 13, 2002 invited to attend. 7:00 PM For rental of the Legion Hall, please contact City Half Ken Gordon at 286-0815 for availability and information. If there is no agenda,the meeting will be New 3' x 5' American Flags are available cancelled. through the Legion. Please contact Bud The doorr are open Burger for more information at 846-2435. for cell. f-'riir fa.x czlize ns to join us at any of DECLINES these meeting: New ideas and sl(ggestions NEWSLETTER AGENDAS are always appreciated Please have news articles, Depending on the situation,the and welcomed. community events, announcement, deadline to be placed on the etc. to City Hall by the first Planning& Zoning Commission and FIRST FRIDAY OF EVERY MONTH the City Council agendas is the The Fairfax Facts will be sent Out WEDNESDAY BEFORE THE MEETING shortly after the City Council Meeting, BY 12:00 NOON WASTE MANAGEMENT Yard Waste will be picked up the First and Third Tuesdays of the Month NOTICE TO RESIDENTS To the courtesy of the residents of Fairfax and surrounding communities: please be observant while driving.. There are people that are walking, balking, skate boarding, etc. on our city streets. gag wd WA'"' E PICKUP VAir City of Fairfax Residents Only The location will be off of Front St., at the lagoon area. Saturday, June 1 7:00 AN to 12:00 PM Items that WILL NOT BE TAKEN are as follows: *NO Tires *NO Yard Waste & Household Garbage *NO Hazardous Materials {gasoline, paints, oil & solvents) *NO Railroad Ties *Bikes Will Be Accepted ONLY If Tires Are Removed *Buirn Barrels Must Be Emptied :mxn IX, a.. 10 A N6 0 *DISPOSAL OF REFRIGERATORS/FREEZERS Getting rid of an old refrigerator or freezer is difficult. They're too big and awkward to move easily and the Freon used as a refrigerant could harm the environment, if it's not handled carefully. Alliant Energy has a solution for you. If you have a refrigerator or freezer You don't need, give:Alliant Energy a call. We'll send an environmentally sound recycling contractor to pickup and dispose of your old appliance properly - and we'll give you a check for $20.00 or donate $20.00 to your favorite charity! How do I qualify to participate in the program? *Refrigerator Recycling is available to Alliant Energy electric residential customers in Iowa. *The electric refrigerator or freezer must be in working order wind currently in use. *Alliant Energy will pay for a maximum of two refrigerators and two freezers per address. *Contractor reserves the right not to remove appliance if damage to property may occur. Please call Alliant Energy at 1-800-723-7635 for more information on this program. *REMOVAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS Contact Pollution Prevention Center at 373-4771 to make an appointment. *DISPOSAL OF RESIDENTIAL COMPUTERS The first Saturday of each month from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Bluestem Waste Management site #2 located at 1954 County Home road In Marion, For more information, contact Pollution Prevention Center at 373-4771. :Xxa- .......... N Y. -.4 I X Page 7 CITE' OF . I;AZRFA - REGULAR COUNCIL MEE TIN ,APRIL 9,2002 Mayor Voss called the meeting to order at 7:00 pm Council members present: Beer, Ekstrom & Wainwright Council members absent: Scott&Frieden.Also present:Ron Dusil&Dick Ransom Motion Beer 2"1 Ekstrom approval of Agenda&Clerk's Financial Report Aye 3 MC Motion Wainwright 2"d Beer approval.Min.March 12,2002 Council Meeting Aye 3 MC Mayor Voss declared Public Hearing on Eagle Scout Dugout Project at Linn Street Park open at 7:02 pm Bill Gibney,Greg Fetter,James Hagen&JoAnn Beer expressed their views.. Mayor Voss declared Public Hearing closed at 7:23 pm Motion Ekstrom 2"1 Beer approve the Eagle Scout Dugout Project at Linn Street Park as presented Aye 3 MC Deputy Jim Crawford presented the Sheriff's Report Vernon Cerveny discussed the adoption of SOS Save Our Streams Pollution Watch and Litter Removal Sign. The sign is sponsored by Linn County Iraak Walton League of America. The Council feels that this is a great move and anyone interested in participation of keeping Prairie Creek clean can call City Hall. Greg Fetter along with John Pacha discussed various issues with the public restrooms and concession stand. Motion Ekstrom 2nd Beer hire David Yanecek as full time maintenance person at $11.00 an hour with full benefits and evaluation in 6 months Aye 3 MC Motion Beer 2"d Wainwright approve Shelton Technologies Service Contract Agreement Konica 7020 Copier Aye 3 MC Discussion on garbage tags Discussion on Codification of City Ordinance Book Dick Ransom led discussion on possibly resolving the high iron levels at Well#3 by isolating and plugging the source that may be causing the problem with Well#3 Motion Ekstrom 2"d Beer to hire Gingerich Well to investigate Well#3 for approximately$5,000.00 Aye 3 MC Motion Beer 2"d Wainwright approve RESOLUTION 02-04-09-1 Fiscal Year End. Remaining Funds of Fire Dept&Library Roll Call Vote: All Ayes MC Motion Wainwright 2"d Beer approve RESOLUTION (12-04-09-2 Hynek Farms Mowing of City Parks Roll Call Vote:All Ayes MC Motion Wainwright 2"d Beer to table RESOLUTION 02-04-09-3 2$E Project Agreement— Southview Rd for additional information Roll Call Vote: All Ayes MC Motion Ekstrom 2"d Beer approve ORDINANCE 249, AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF FAIRFAX, IA, 1996, BY ADDING A NEW ARTICLE 6 TO TITLE I, CHAPTER 1 MUNICIPAL INFRACTIONS on its first reading Roll Call Vote:All Ayes MC Discussion on Animal Protection&Control Ordinance Motion Ekstrom 2"d Beer to have the City Attorney review the subsection of the Animal Protection &Control Ordinance pertaining to Pit Bull Terriers Aye 3 MC Motion Beer 2"d Wainwright approve claims presented for payment Aye 3 MC Vern Cerveny presented the Library Report. The Library will participate with the USA Day Parade. Library patronage & usage continues to increase.. A curio cabinet was donated to the Library. Anyone interested in donating/loaning Fairfax memorabilia,can call the Library,City hall or Vernon Cerveny. Dave Yanecek presented the Fire Department Report Ron Dusil presented the Maintenance Report. There may be change orders for connections on the Vanderbilt St. Water Main Project. Pricing on these change orders will be introduced at the May Council Meeting. The responsibility to repair any driveways is Yordi Excavating. Bud.Burger led discussion on the lease of real estate between the City of Fairfax&St.Patrick's Church. There was also discussion on a trail Motion Wainwright 2nd Ekstrom to adjourn meeting at$:53 pm Aye 3 MC Brill Voss,Mayor Mary Pacba,City Clerk Rage 8 Fairfax Facts Fairfax Event FAIRFAX "Put Down Roots" FAIRFAX ARBOR TEAM. Invites you to a PANCAKE BREAKFAST ,1 71 � April 14, 2002 8 2 8:00 - 12:00 NOON . . Adults $4.00 — Children $2.00 -- Door Prizes!!! St, Patrick's Auditorium, Fairfax, Iowa Door Prizes!!! PROCEED' TO FUND TREES IN FAIRFAX City iDf Fairfax PRSRT STI) PO Box 337 US POSTAGE Fairfax,IA 52228 PAID FAIRFAX, .IA. PERMIT NO.6 Phow 319-846-2204 fa i rlax�s�utl�sl a pe.i1�:t Postal Customer Fairfax, IA 52228