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Home My WebLink AboutNovember 2013 Newsletter City of Fairfax— November 2013 2013 Welcome FAIRFAX FACTS "Home Sweet Home" Packet PartnerS �OUTH NE ,.� REPAIR th Ann u COLLISION O LOPE /° CENTER ' _wa ,eoe,�om • � � n Eastem Iowa CARPET _ G&RA GE 319-377-2492 Y..,Campllete A.t.—fl—Came C—te, � � � • ..:. . . . . 401 a ontes NFAIRFAX Guaranty STATE SAVINGS BANK .Bank Get out all those boxes marked Christmas decorations! The City of Fairfax is {h'a're the bank /zero. For your kind of life. ME-ER-C sponsoring the 10th Annual Holiday Decorating Contest. This is the time to make CITY HALL HOURS your decorating plans. Monday—Friday Here are some of the contest riles: Homes within the City of Fairfax are eligible, excluding city employees and City Hall Phone: 0' officials and the 2012 1st place winner Email: 0 New to this year - Steve and Sandy Tomash at 600 Hillview Drive and John Website: fairfaxia.com and Karen Wagner at 610 Hillview Drive have asked to be removed from con- sideration for this year's contest. These residents (and their neighbors) put on City of Fairfax a wonderful display and will continue to do so. They have won in the past and PO Box 337 PRSRT STD desire to provide their great display without contest consideration. Their dis- Fairfax, IA 52228 US POSTAGE play hours, beginning Thanksgiving Eve, will be Sunday through Thursday PAID ' Board FAIRFAX, IANovember 0 0 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM and Friday and Saturday 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Inclem- phone: 319-846-2204ent weather issues may affect the display times. Weather permitting, there will f tirfaxIa'southslope.net PERMIT N0.6 be a choir singing Christmas carols near the life sized Nativity scene during the NN-\N-\a-.faiif txia.com Council Meeting evenings of Friday, December 20 and Saturday, December 21. The choir will November 12-7:00 PM sing for approximately 10 minutes at 5:30, 6:00, 6:30, 7:00, 7:30, and 8:00. Fairfax City Hall • So, if you have felt in the past that you couldn't compete with them, here is ZoningPlanning & your chance. Get in on the fim! November . Displays need to be lighted from December 2 -December 25, from 6-9 PM ECRWSS Fairfax City Hall • Entries will be nominated by residents of Fairfax Postal CustomerParks & i • I • Prizes: Ist Place - $100, 2nd Place - $50, 3rd Place - $25 Fairfax, IA 52228 November 21 - LibraryFairfax 00 PM Look for the Nomination Form and More Fire Department Information in the Next FACTS! November 25- 00 ' Fairfax Public Library News —November 2013 313 Vanderbilt Street, Fairfax, Iowa 52228 RECOLLECTIONS OF THE PAST REPRINTED FROM THE CR GAZEETE MAY 1s, 1907 Phone: (319) 846-2994 www.fairfax.lib.ia.us Email: Fairfax2@southslope.net Follow us on Facebook THE TOWN OF FAIRFAX AND SURROUNDING Library Hours: Monday, Tuesday, 8z Thursday: Noon - 7:00 pm Wednesday: 10:00 am - 7:00 pm NEW BANK WILL OPEN IN THE TOWN AT ONCE Friday: Noon - 6:00 pm Saturday: 9:00 am — Noon SOME OF THE EARLY SETTLERS OF THE TOWNSHIP MORE CATTLE,HOGS AND GRAIN SHPPED FROM FAIRFAX THAN ANY OTHER TOWN ON NORTHWESTERN y new We have added man things to the li- November Calendar g Fairfax at last is to have a bank and it has also all the other things to make a people want no more- stores, shops,hotels,two stations and 5th Library Board Meeting 7 pm brary recently and we wanted to point out that about 200 people, who as yet have felt no need to incorporate believing that the township officers can for a while look after the unruly mem- th along with all the recent best seller fiction 11 Fairfax Genealogy Meeting 7 m bens and quiet an disturbance which may arise within the so-called.city limits. It is re difficult to state who in fact was the first settler. gy g 1� q < < t< p tt� True, the Ure family came in the early forties but located in Clinton township or what later became Clinton. The Giddings family came in 21st Thanksgiving Party 6 pm books We have a1S0 added many non-fiction 1852. William is still living, being a son of Thomas. The McKinnon brothers also came early, all of whom are now dead except John who st boobs resides a few miles west of Cedar Rapids. Jonathan Tainblyn arrived in `56 as did also his brother Hem- who returned to Hemv county. Illi- 21 Parks & Beautification Meeting 7 pm nois,for a few years, but who located finally in this township where be made his home till his death. Of the Jonathan Tamblyn family there 28th and 29th Library Closed for Thanksgiving Anne Frank The Biography by E11SSa Muller, remain the following children,Mrs.Brock,Mrs. Wells,and Ben Tamblyn,all of whom have removed from here. Of the Hemtiy Tamblyn fam- A Street Cat Named Bob and How he Saved ily J. A. and W. H. are residing here, also a daughter, Mrs. J. M. Losey, two other children,Mrs. Elliott and Eiving Tamblyn having removed December Calendar My Life by James Bowen, some years ago to other part of the state. Reuben Gunnison and his wife were early settlers,both passed away some years ago. A daughter is rd still living in Cedar Rapids. 3 Library Board Meeting 7 pm There's More To Life Than This by Theresa Hem-y Vanderbilt was one of the early settlers and it is after him the first town was named and is still known as Vanderbilt on the county 7th— 14th Library Book Sale Caputo, My Story By Elizabeth Smart snd plats. He resided for many years on what is now the Thomas Dalany farm. The Teriv family belonged both to Lima and Benton counties alt- th hough J. M.represented this county in the senate one term. They lived in the south-west corner of the county and the family were old settlers. 16 Fairfax Genealogy Meeting 7 pm Making Piece a memoir of love, loss and pie Few if any in that part of the county but knee personally Arthur M. Mekeel, the farmer, stock raiser and man of affairs. He also represented 19th Parrs & Beautification Meeting 7 pm by Beth M. Howard. the county in the legislature. Both he and his brother C. P. have passed away. Mrs. Susan D. Mekeel is the widow of A. M. Mekeel and re- 24th and 25th Library Closed for Christmas sides in this city, as also her daughter Mrs. William Holt. st ; "Deacon" Osborn was also one of the early settlers in this art. He acted as justice for many years and many are the legal instruments he 3 I Library C10Smg early at 4 pm „ p J g b � ° executed. and marriages that he performed. J. S. McClure was another old. time resident who bot into the legislature where he performed. many good acts for the farmers of the state. The Dodge family came early and occupied what is now the Thos. Boland farm. John J. Moore DVD and Blu-Ra is another of the early settlers, as also is David Domer, who used to lire on the count• line till he removed to Mt. Vernon several years ago. Y On the county line could be found also at a ven-v early date Alebaugh Jos, and Lorenz Spellberger, the Cahill family, the Flaherty, Gurnetts, Ths j This is the End, Hangover Part III, The Heat, Pa- r , Davins, Jas. Hem- and Patrick Hines were early settlers. Richard Fereter, the Kelhs and several others came during the early sixties. The j r l Boland family and Thos. Delany came later from Illinois. cific Rim, The Conjuring, R.I.P.D., Monsters , , R. D. Welsh and his family were early settlers to the south and east of the town as also was E. Lefebure, known to eveivone as a stock University, Now you See Me, NOW raiser and importer of draft horses. Jen- Sullivan and W. H. Deberard came early as did also John Hedges, the veteran grain buyer of this Of p b b The Croods, The East, The Lords of Salem, After °w �� U I part of the counritiy. John T. Homans is another of the veiv old and first settlers. Then we had for many years, till he moved to Chicago, that prince of good fellows Captain Weeks. He was known by all, passed often Earth, The Purge for a cavaliv captain, but admitted when pressed that he was sea captain and could tell his quota of good sea stories. Space forbids saying ' Blu-Raj much of the younger men who have made Fairfax famous such as E.H. Knickebocker, Squire Parks, Vorel, Straned R.Lord,Dr.Richard,Jas. Rogers and many others. Fairfax township has been a thrifty community and by push and enterprise the people have mored upwards gradual- Devil's Island, Aftershock, Love Never Dies, ly and land sells Fust a little higher here than anywhere else,unless it be Benton county where even tax ferrets, assessors or anything else can't We also added Skull in the Ashes by Peter _i b b 2012, The Bring, Ring keep the people from buying land at any price. Fairfax is favorably located for through this township runs the line which divides the waters of Kaufman. On a February night in 1897, the the Red Cedar and the Iowa so this locality is well and favorably drained at least, and in div years they claim as much rainfall as their neigh- DVD general store in Walford, Iowa, burned down. bons. 6 Thomas & Friends 2 Scoob Doo! But it is noted.for still more, it is equally distant between cedar Rapids anNon�vay at what may be known as the center of the omni`-erre , y , The next morning, townspeople discovered a where the sky line comes down precisely equally far distant all around it,and just and hour's good drive from the boundaries raised on a farm 2 Transformers Rescue Bots, Netforce, charred corpse in the ashes. Everyone knew finds a good market. Blood & Wine, The Little Rascals that the store's owner, Frank Novak, had It is enough to say that Fairfax is a town from which more grain, cattle and hogs are shipped than any other town on the great Northwestern sys- � �� " �,, �; �,, �; �,, �; �,, �; �,, �; '«� ter been sleeping in the store as a safeguard b g pp b � ;.. ,� ��.. �rC,c(�.�; �rC,c(�.�; �rC,c(�.�; �rt',c�� rC,c(�.�; �rC,c('e��: tem, spamming the state from river to river, that it has as much wealth as „ 2 , against burglars. Check out this book about any townshipof the same population in the county and land which simply w�. ,; p p p � �� murder,a old rush manhunt and the birth of can't be beat in the state, and I believe even- land owner in the township, i F g circumstantial evidence in America. having land to sell will agree with me on this point at least. We bespeak w for the new banking enterprise which starts out under such favorable condi- Thank you t0 all that attended the Red Cedar Hutt, as well as of all the rest which will • tions, success dna the good will of every take in everybody. �' persona of legal age in the eomm�mn- ' � Chamber Music Concert in October. If you As you drive by the library tape a look at our � � �,� �� W � � didn't make the concert you really missed a � new drop box. Thanks to the generous great opportunity to hear great music! We are memorial gifts for Glenn Selzer we were able � so lucky to have such a talented group visit our ' to purchase a new waterproof drop box! n h ;.acs.t as.s,,. ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ library. Stop In and Check Us Out! Library Board Minutes October 1, 2013 Board Members present: Mary Rita Meyers, Kelly Giese, Billy Toner, David Lees , Jim Stallman, Bernie Kleppe, and Linda Pribyl. Absent, Excused: Dot Pospischil and Theresa MAYOR'S MINUTE Whittlesey Staff Present: Cathy Bayne and Beth WilzBy Jason Rabe Kleppe called the meeting to order at 7:02 pm. Meyers made a motion to approve the agen- da, seconded by Lees, and motion carried 7-0. August minutes were reviewed as received. Toner made a motion to approve the minutes, se- conded by Lees, and motion carried 7-0 Expenses were reviewed and discussed for September. Kleppe noted that a lot of magazines What a fast and busy summer. As the cold air comes upon us and harvest finishes for the were renewed. Pribyl made a motion to approve the expenses. Meyers seconded, motion car- farmers, the realization that winter is fast approaching becomes a reality. Thankfully there will ried 7-0 be things to enjoy this winter and to look forward to come Spring. This holds true for our com- Financial Reports were discussed, Stallman noted that we look good and are under budget. munity. One exciting thing we can all look forward to is the completion of the connecting trail Circulation reports were reviewed. Numbers were down for the month. for our community. This is currently out for bid through the IDOT. The trail is something we Old Business was then discussed. The Open Access for the Norway Patrons has been signed. have talked about for the better part of half a decade, and it should come to fruition this spring Red Cedar Music will be here Friday and Cerveny will set things up and we have plenty of ta- into summer! Much like the Fairfax Sports and Recreation Complex has brought our commu- bles, tables cloths, and cookies being donated. The new dop box is here and looks nice. Toner nity together on a weekly basis, and continues to do so (the co-ed adult softball league has been made a motion for Bayne to dispose of the old drop box as she sees fit. Seconded by Lees, mo- a blast), so will this trail in providing a connecting point for our citizens. tion carried 7-0. The TV will go to the recyclers tomorrow after finding no one that wants it The major infrastructure project that is currently underway which will fix drainage issues, and we will keep the cart. expand and extend water/sewer services, and widen East Cemetery Road is currently under- New Business was then discussed with the election of officers. Pribyl made a motion that the way. This project will go deep in the fall/early winter and will finish at some point in the present officers be elected for another year. Stallman seconded, motion carried 7-0 Spring. This is another exciting project that will help fill the service gap between the growth Halloween Trail was then discussed since we have been invited to be a sponsor. The meeting area of town and the original part of our community. Plus it will provide a growth point for fu- is this Thursday and Bayne will attend to find out more information and then will e-mail the ture development. board with the information. The city will have a trail for the children on October 26 from 5:30- In the last several weeks we have asked you to help us contact the IDOT about the impend- 8:30. We hope to give out bookmarks and suckers and Giese said she would be willing to help. ing bridge replacements over Prairie Creek and the Viaduct. Your response and impact has Skull in the Ashes is a book about a murder that happened in Walford and the author will be at been huge and much appreciated. The IDOT has continued to inform us that they are looking Vinton and Newbo. Bayne will ask him if he is interested in speaking in Fairfax. at all options. Your help in helping us be proactive on this issue was vital and signifi- County Meeting was attended by Bayne and our numbers were all in on time. Bayne will find cant. Over the next decade, the landscape of the roadways through our community will change out the formula for Stallman to figure out if we can get more money. with the widening of HWY 151 and the extension of HWY 100 near our community. While Iowa Library Services- NE District is gathering information on fair and equitable numbers these will improve traffic flow, safety, and potentially bring more business- we want to make (for financial support) that we can present to Walford. Someone needs to go to the Walford sure the impact is minimal during the construction and ultimate implementation. meeting in November. Last, in the next few days we will have the right to vote presented before us. Please take the Cleaning person has quit. The job opening was posted for 10 days and we got one application opportunity and time to vote. Besides our local city election, the Local Option Sales Tax is al- submitted. Stallman made a motion to hire her to work 4 hours a week at $10 an hour and have a 3 month probation time. Toner seconded, motion carried 7-0 Pribyl's neighbor, Linda Jacoby, is going to apply for a grant from Alliant for the library. SET YOUR CLOCKS BACK New doors have been remeasured and ordered. DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME ENDS - NOVEMBER 3, 2013 Next meeting is schedule for Election Day, November 5. Toner will not be able to attend and Meyers and Pospischil probably will not be able to attend. At 2:00 AM on the first Sunday in November we set our clocks back one hour Giese made a motion to adjourn meeting at 7:41; Lees seconded. Motion carried 7-0. to return to Standard Time. Daylight Savings Time is four weeks longer since 2007 Respectfully Submitted, due to the passage of the Energy Policy Act in 2005. Arizona, Hawaii, American Sa- Beth Wilz moa, Guam, Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands do not observe Daylight Savings Time. MUNICIPAL ELECTION - NOVEMBER 5, 2013 Planning & Zoning Commission Minutes There will be a municipal election on Tuesday, November 5, 2013. Three city October 15, 2013 council positions will be on the ballot as well as the mayors position. The city council positions are four year terms. The mayor's position has a two year term. The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Chairman Kell. Present: JoAnn Beer, Bernie Frieden, and Marianne Wainwright filed papers to have Meyers, Kunze, Boxa, Sobaski, and Kell. Absent - Nurre and Soukup. their names on the ballot for the city council positions. Jason Rabe filed papers The minutes were reviewed from the September 17th meeting. Kunze make to have his name on the ballot for the position of mayor of Fairfax. The people a motion to approve the minutes, followed by a second by Boxa. All ayes. Motion elected as city council members and the person elected as mayor will start serv- carried, minutes approved. ing their terms as of January 1, 2014. Next, we discussed an item not on the agenda. Virginia Soukup has resigned Dates to be aware of are: from the Planning and Zoning Commission due to health issues. Combined with • Friday, November 1 - Last Day to Request an Absentee her years of office work and her years of service on Planning and Zoning, Virginia Ballot to be Mailed has added so much value and integrity to our city and the way it has been shaped. • Monday, November 4 - Last Day to Vote Absentee in the She has been an exemplary board member and citizen to our Fairfax community. Auditor's Office She will be greatly missed on the board, but we wish you the best, Virginia! • Tuesday, November 5 - Election Day - City of Fairfax residents vote at We moved on to item 93 on the agenda and began reviewing the Mixed Use the Fairfax Public Library at 313 Vanderbilt Street - Polls will be District Regulations. We discussed set-backs and reviewed closely the North Lib- open 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM erty definition. Upon further review of our own zoning code, we believe with just °"° minor re-wording, we can use the C1A zoning code for the district that has been in NOTICE OF SPECIAL ELECTION discussion for a good buffer zone code between residential and commercial. Once VOTEmodified, the CIA will encompass the neighborhood-friendly definition we are On November 5, 2013, an election will be held in Linnlooking for. ■� r�r �n�u.�. ��.� Next we discussed the IDOT Bridge Project. There was not a lot of discus- County, Iowa to vote on the question of imposition of a sion, but we will continue to stay in the loop as new information comes along from local sales and services tax. This special election will be the IDOT. held in conjunction with the regular city elections. The proposal to be voted upon We also discussed the Hwy 100 bypass project. Again, not a lot of new in- at that election will include the following information. formation was provided, however, we will keep an eye on the project and stay in- Type of Tax: Local Sales and Services Tax Rate of Tax: 1% volved on the plans to tie into 80th Street. Date of Imposition: July 1, 2014 Date of Repeal: June 30, 2024 A motion to end the meeting was given by Meyers and second given by So- baski. All ayes. Motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 8:50 p.m. The cities of Cedar Rapids, Fairfax, Hiawatha, Marion, Robins and Walford Jamie Meyers will participate in this special election. The following information will appear on Secretary the ballots for Fairfax: In the contiguous Cities of Cedar Rapids, Fairfax, Hiawatha, Marion and Robins revenue is to be used as listed below. These cities must approve or reject the proposition as a block. For the City of Fairfax: 0 % for Property Tax Relief, and the specific purpos- es for which the revenues shall otherwise be expended are: 100% of said local option sales and service tax are to be allocated for any lawful purpose of the City of Fairfax. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES OCTOBER 8, 2013 CONTINUED Continued: Motioned by Magers seconded by Otto to approve RESOLUTION 2013-67, A RESOLUTION AP- PROVING WAGES FOR CITY EMPLOYEES. Roll call vote: Ayes: Beer, Frieden, Otto, Magers �� q0 and Wainwright. Nays: none. Motion carried. Mayor Rabe declared RESOLUTION 2013-67 duly adopt- ed. �j� Y g Y PP j / ria Motioned b Magers, seconded b Otto to approve RESOLUTION 2013-68, A RESOLUTION TO EN- // TER INTO A BUSINESS ASSOCIATE AGREEMENT. Roll call vote: Ayes: Beer Frieden Otto Magers, and Wainwright. Nays: none. Motion carried. Mayor Rabe declared RESOLUTION 2013-68 duly adopted. Mayor Rabe presented information from GovOffice Web Solutions about designing a new website. He / ' A Ir suggested the Cit o with Cost Proposal — Option A with an implementation cost for year one of$2,825. ' �/ � � gg Y g P P P Y ��oli, He also suggested we add the SSL Citizen Action Forms (CAF) Module for an annual cost of$250, and pos- sibly an option for more storage capacity, if needed. Motioned by Magers, seconded by Beer to accept this proposal from GovOffice Web Solutions for $2,825 plus the CAF Module and additional storage, if needed. Ayes: Beer, Frieden, Otto, Magers, and Wainwright. Nays: none. Motion carried. Discussion was held about the call to action concerning the IDOT bridge replacement project planning. The citizens of Fairfax did a great job responding. The City has heard from the IDOT that they have gotten ��` the message about our concerns and they are looking into possibilities to keep at least one lane of traffic open over Prairie Creek. Richard Pankey stated that he discussed this project planning with Governor Branstad � �r0/ and the Director of the IDOT. Motioned by Magers, seconded by Beer to approve the claims list dated October 8, 2013. Ayes: Beer, Frieden, Otto, Magers, and Wainwright. Nays: None. Motion carried. Marc Magers suggested that the City organize volunteers to pick up trash in the ditches. It was discussed to organize this for spring. Fred Wood asked about the timing of the East Cemetery Road improvements. They will be done in the spring. Cindy Frey, 61 East Cemetery Road, asked about the project digging and if her current septic system r would be damaged. The city engineer discussed the specifics. Lynn Miller asked that any drainage tile discovered be located for the GPS system. Shane Wicks stated ; that the contractor is to locate them, but that Hall and Hall would not always be on hand to GPS the location. • JoAnn Beer asked about ITC using the park's parking lot. Mayor Rabe stated that they were contacted to stop using the parking lot for maintenance. ITC did ask for permission for employees to use the lot for a spe- cial project and are in contact with the maintenance department about this temporary use. Motioned by Magers, seconded by Otto to adjourn the meeting. Ayes: Beer, Frieden, Otto, Magers, and Wainwright. Nays: None. Motion carried. Mayor Rabe adjourned the meeting at 10:00 PM ; • • _ , , i Mayor Jason Rabe h City Clerk/Treasurer Cynthia Stimson Disclaimer: The foregoing minutes are not official until approved by the City Council. r II - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES OCTOBER 8, 2013 CONTINUED Continued: Motioned by Magers, seconded by Beer to approve the commercial building permit application from Fair- fax State Savings Bank, as above, with the requirement that they sign the Site Plan Acceptance of Conditions Sixth Annual agreement. Ayes: Beer, Frieden, Otto, Magers, and Wainwright. Nays: None. Motion carried. Motioned by Magers, seconded by Otto to approve the IDOT ROW work application for Fairfax State Sav- Fairfax Youth Sports Association ings Bank. Ayes: Beer, Frieden, Otto, Magers, and Wainwright. Nays: None. Motion carried. Discussion was held concerning the commercial building permit application for Riley's. Dave Yanecek stated that work was started before obtaining a building permit and that they didn't cease work when instruct- ed to do so. Discussion was held about Fairfax's requirements, staff responsibilities, and possible penalties � � for doing work without a permit. pagetti inner � Motioned by Frieden, seconded by Beer to approve the commercial building permit application from Ri- ley's for an interior remodel. Ayes: Beer, Frieden, Otto, Magers, and Wainwright. Nays: None. Motion carried. Saturday Nov. 9 213 the American �..egl0n Discussion was held concerning the cooler placement at the DQ, trash containers placement, and remodel- ` �� n ing plans. Richard Pankey stated that within two weeks they will be filing paperwork for a commercial build- yc yc _8 p myc yc ing permit at this location. Motioned by Beer, seconded by Magers to approve the application from Riley's for a Class C Liquor Li- cense with Sunda paperwork y Sales at 515 Williams Blvd. if all required a erwork is submitted. Ayes: Beer, Frieden, ° Just $5 per ticket" Otto� Magers, g Y Ma and Wainwright. Nays: None. Motion carried. ycyc ** Extensive discussion was held concerning Chapter 55, Animal Protection and Control in the Fairfax Code A You Care TO Eat of Ordinances. The city attorney has submitted suggested revisions. Questions were asked about the defini- tion of a guard dog, the breed specific language, and the wording in the new paragraph about dog behavior. salad,, ga r I c toast Cit a The city clerk is to contact the attorney about revising the dog behavior paragraph, clarifying the guard dog Fundraiser to support the Fairfax �� sections, and listing the specific steps to enforce this ordinance. No action was taken on the proposed ordi- nance. Baseball, Softball, T-Ball and Soccer leagues Motioned by Magers, seconded by Otto to approve RESOLUTION 2013-64, A RESOLUTION TO AP- 50-50 Drawin PROVE THE FINAL PLAT FOR ISABEL FIRST ADDITION TO LINN COUNTY, IOWA. Roll call 9. fc � vote: Ayes: Beer, Frieden, Otto, Magers, and Wainwright. Nays: none. Motion carried. Mayor Rabe de- clared RESOLUTION 2013-64 duly adopted. Motioned by Magers, seconded by Otto to approve RESOLUTION 2013-65, A RESOLUTION TO AP- PROVE PAY APPLICATION NO. 1 FROM RICKLEFS EXCAVATING, LTD FOR PHASE 1 EAST CEMETERY ROAD RECONSTRUCTION, DRAINAGE, STORM SEWER, WATER MAIN, AND SANITARY SEWER PROJECT IN FAIRFAX, LINN COUNTY, IOWA. Roll call vote: Ayes: Beer, MAI ( Frieden, Otto, Magers, and Wainwright. Nays: none. Motion carried. Mayor Rabe declared RESOLUTION 2013-65 duly adopted. n Advance tickets can Shane Wicks stated that he is still working on examples of the connection fees for review. When these are h ready, this information will be sent to area properties and this topic will be on the next agenda. be purchased from Motioned by Magers, seconded by Otto to approve RESOLUTION 2013-66, A RESOLUTION SETTING any T_Ba I l, Softball, PUBLIC HEARING FOR PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTI- MATED COST AND SETTING THE DATE AND TIME TO RECEIVE BIDS FOR THE FAIRFAX 1 TRAIL . ocavote: es: Beer Frieden Otto Magers, and Wainwright. Na � Soccer or Baseball PROJECTRoll Ayes: g s: none. g y Motion carried. Mayor Rabe declared RESOLUTION 2013-66 duly adopted. player or coach! Extensive discussion was held concerning the design specifics of the East Cemetery Road improvements. Different options were reviewed for placement of the street, trail, and crosswalk; as well as the length of the street improvements. Topics discussed included speed, parking, mailboxes, stop signs, intersection align- ment, type of material to use, road maintenance, and cost. Bernie Frieden stated that he doesn't like the pro- posed placement of the crosswalk. The city engineer was directed to draft the project specifications with the street improvements stopping at Driftwood, ask for concrete but list asphalt as an alternate, include street M`�ke A Difference—Volunteer lighting as an alternate, place the trail along the north side of East Cemetery Road, place a raised crosswalk near the west end, make the street and trail the same material, and make designations with paint or colored material. f'�c-�-, f'rx��, � f�c--� , m CARD DRAW CITY COUNCIL MINUTES OCTOBER 8, 2013 - ;�H1�� TURKEY BASH CITY OF FAIRFAX REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 8, 2013 VMD NOV 27th @a 7 PM BAR& GRML WIN TURKEYS, HAMS, CASH&PRIZES The regular meeting of the Fairfax City Council was held Tuesday, October 8, 2013, at Fairfax City Hall. ' % Mayor Rabe called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM. Council members present: JoAnn Beer, Bernie Frieden Travis Otto, Marc Magers, and Marianne Wainwright. Other city staff present: Lynn Miller, Dave Yanecek, . 0 FAIRFAX,IOWA Cathy Bayne, and Cynthia Stimson. CARD DRAW Motioned by Magers, seconded by Otto to approve the agenda. Ayes: Beer, Frieden, Otto, Magers, and ■�' Wainwright. Nays: None. Motion carried. LN M Motioned by Magers, seconded by Otto to approve the City Council minutes dated September 10, 2013 and X1'1 % VETERANS DAY 2013 October 1, 2013. Ayes: Beer, Frieden, Otto, Magers, and Wainwright. Nays: None. Motion carried. " """ , "' ■ Motioned by Magers, seconded by Otto to place on file the Planning and Zoning Commission minutes dat- . VETERANS STOP IN FOR A FREE DRINK OF CHOICE! ed September 17, 2013 and the Library Board of Trustees minutes dated September 10, 2013. JoAnn Beer "WE THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY" asked Joe Kell about the P&Z's discussion of the bridge projects. They suggested a task force to meet with IDOT. The call to action seems to have accomplished our objective. Ayes: Beer, Frieden, Otto, Magers, and WEEK NIGHT SPECIALS Wainwright. Nays: None. Motion carried. II The list of calls from the Linn County Sheriffs department was dropped off this afternoon and was now LI� IIID��Ip�oi ioi i r uui� uui �� uu� 110 reviewed. Cathy Bayne reported that the doors have been ordered, their computer router had to be fixed, and they had BUY ONE GET BUY ONE GET a nice turn out for the Red Cedar concert. Y2 ONE ONE iZBEE[= TACOS The fire department has received their new ambulance, new gear, new pagers, and half of the new radios. TENDERLOIN 2PC CHICKEN $3MARGARITAS CHICKEN Lynn Miller reported that the new dump trick is complete, the batting cages are up, the old concession stand PRICE BASKETS DINNER TACO PIZZA& work has begun, and that the are still waitingfor Pate to complete their work. PIZZA ZZA or$1.44 Off Single Basket Or$1A4 Off Single Basket NACHO SPECIALS $8.99 JoAnn Beer stated that the Parks and Beautification Committee will be sponsoring one of the stations along the Haunted Trail on October 26. A quote from Fleming Irrigation for the ball diamonds at the Complex was reviewed. More research is needed. There was no information available about the basketball court. Motioned by Magers, seconded by Beer to approve the monthly financial reports as submitted. Ayes: Beer, Frieden, Otto, Magers, and Wainwright. Nays: None. Motion carried. Proudly Serving Fairfax Larry Burger, with Speer Financial, presented their annual TIF review. Joe Kell gave the City Council information about the participation in Fairfax Youth Sports Association's & the Surrounding Communities activities. He stated they want to place an announcement board between the serving windows and that the Since 1 998 light bulbs shining on the flag are too small. Replacement bulbs have already been ordered. They are to At work with the maintenance department about the announcement board placement. He also gave a review of the Haunted Trail activity. *Complete Auto Body Repair & Refinish Patty Soukup discussed the Fairfax Historical Society. She said they are in the process of contacting com- �Q I *I-CAR Gold Class Certified munity members to serve on the board of directors and that they are looking for a building to house their in- Facility & Technicians formation. & *Free Estimates — Stop in Any Time The site plan from Fairfax State Savings Bank was reviewed. They have purchased ground next to Casey's COLLISION Taintless Dent Repair Available by Appointment on Williams Blvd., across the street from where their ATM is currently located. They plan to move the ATM building across the street to this newly purchased property. The site plan has been reviewed by the engineer and he is recommending approval, with some conditions. Signing of the conditions agreement will be re- U.S. HIGHWAY 151 21 Williams Boulevard — Fairfax aired. FAIRFAX, IA q (319) 846-3434 Motioned by Magers, seconded by Beer to approve the site plan from Fairfax State Savings Bank, with the 'W'WW.walrirepair.com Monday-Thursday 7:00am to 5:30pm requirement that they sign a Site Plan Acceptance of Conditions agreement. Ayes: Beer, Frieden, Otto, Friday 7:00am to 5:OOpm Magers, and Wainwright. Nays: None. Motion carried. Saturday 8:00am to 12:OOpm The commercial building permit application from Fairfax State Savings Bank was reviewed. This is for the moving of the ATM. FAIRFAX FIRE AND RESCUE PROUDLYO . D AND SURROUNDING CITY COUNCIL MINUTES OCTOBER 1, 2013 Greetings from the fire department! We have been very busy this month! We have our new rescue trick in CITY OF FAIRFAX our garage now! We also just completed hosting a 5K for "Hope 4 Hailey's Heart" to help benefit Hailey and her SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING family as she waits for a heart transplant. We were able to raise over $9,000 for her and her family to help with OCTOBER 1, 2013 expenses that come along with this battle. We are pulling for you Hailey!!!!! We have trick or treating coming right up on the 31". Please beware as you are driving at dark for kids that The special meeting of the Fairfax City Council was held Tuesday, October 1, 2013, at are trick or treating and also for the parents or younger kids that may be closer to the road that night waiting for Fairfax City Hall. Mayor Rabe called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM. Council members pre- the older kids. sent: JoAnn Beer, Bernie Frieden, Travis Otto, Marc Magers, and Marianne Wainwright. Other It is also time for a refresher. With the statistics skyrocketing with the number of deaths caused by car acci- city staff present: Cynthia Stimson. dents on the road, we all need to take the time and remember to NOT text and drive, not check your email and Motioned by Frieden, seconded by Otto to approve the agenda. Ayes: Beer, Frieden, Ot- drive, and just drive smarter and safer. You may think you are invincible when it comes to texting and driving, to, Magers, and Wainwright. Motion carried. but you definitely are wrong- it takes I missed car, stop sign, or turn to drastically change your life. City Engineer Shane Wicks reviewed the information about possible ways to calculate There are three main kinds of distractions on the road — Visual (takes your eye away from the road), Manual water and sanitary sewer connection fees in the new project area. Shane is to work up specifics (taking your hands off the wheel), and Cognitive (taking your mind off what you are doing). A phone call or text with: total acres benefitted being considered in the calculation, no end time frame for these con- message can cause you to do all three of these things at once. Now, you can be distracted by picking something nection fees in this area, there should be a yearly inflation factor until the end of the loan when up that fell out of your purse/pocket, eating, looking at a car accident, or many other things, but again, please be- that will be capped, a 50% discount of the calculated water connection fee, timing of payment ware that you are not the only driver on the road and it takes only one time in making a mistake to make a possibly specified, how to handle additional connection fees for new projects in the benefitted area, re- fatal driving error. Please take a few minutes to read the startling statistics below and do something to make our quirement to bore under an improved street, and the ability to calculate different connection fee roads a safer place. amounts for special circumstances, such as other uses. • Car crashes are the number one killer of teens in America every year. After this information is drafted, it is to be mailed to properties in the project area for • In 2009, the age group with the most car accidents caused by cell phone distraction, was in the 30-39 age their review. The City needs to enter into agreements with Casey's and EIB for their connection range. Now that smart phones are more affordable for all ages, those percentages are expected to go up in all fees. age groups. Discussion was held regarding the Per Mar proposal. Doug Mueller, from Signal 88 Se- * One fifth of all experienced drivers have admitted to texting and driving. curity gave the Council information about their company and asked the City to consider their in- • Texting while driving is about six times more likely to result in an accident than driving while intoxicated. formation. The Council felt they are at the point they are committed to Per Mar for at least six • For every six seconds of drive time, when you are texting (sending or receiving), 4.6 seconds of that time is months. Doug was encouraged to submit a proposal in December or January. spent with your eyes off the road. Motioned by Magers, seconded by Otto to approve RESOLUTION 2013-63, A RESOLUTION Cell phones are an absolute vital tool on the road these days, if you have car trouble, get lost, witness an acci- ENTERING INTO A SECURITY PATROL AGREEMENT WITH PER MAR SECURITY. dent, you have a phone readily available to call for help. But, to eliminate many accidents, even save lives, you Roll call vote: Ayes: Beer, Frieden, Otto, Magers, and Wainwright. Nays: none. Motion car- need to talk to your family about distracted driving. Below are two links to texting while driving contracts— sign ried. Mayor Rabe declared RESOLUTION 2013-63 duly adopted. it today, make your teenagers sign it today, and make sure we are improving the safety of our roads. Travis Otto asked about sidewalk requirements on lots without building improvements. He was => Parent/Teen Driving Agreement (Scroll to about the middle of the page and open the pdf file) informed that staff is currently making a list of properties, both private and public, that need side- http://www.cdc.gov/ParentsAreTheKey/agreement/index.html walls installation. It is normal to require sidewalk as soon as a lot has sidewalk going to it from => Sign up on Oprah.com to make your car a"No Phone Zone" both sides. http://www.oprah.coni/questionaire/ipledge.html?id=4 Fred Wood asked about placement of East Cemetery Road after the improvements are completed. From all of us at the fire department - drive safe and stay safe! He was informed that during the city council meeting on October 8, the engineer will be discuss- ing some of the design options for this street. discuss- -Jamie Meyers Motioned by Frieden, seconded by Otto to adjourn the meeting. Ayes: Beer, Frieden, Otto, Magers, and Wainwright. Nays: None. Motion carried. Mayor Rabe adjourned the meeting at 7:14 PM. The City of Fairfax has signed an agreement to have our website redesigned. Look for a Mayor Jason Rabe much improved website in January. Until then, visit our website to make an online City of City Clerk/Treasurer Cynthia Stimson Fairfax utility payment; look up the City Of Fairfax Code Of Ordinances, Zoning Code, and Disclaimer: The foregoing minutes are not official until approved by the City Council. building permit forms; look at council packet documents; see FYSA information; and more. www.fairfaxia.com AUTHORIZATION AGREEMENT FAIR DIRECT PAYMENTS Ruhl Mar"leSchutte (ACH DEBITS) Sign up for auto � '�^ � I �� ' � Real Estate" I Company- i } Fairfax Tax rID- -{} bank debt accountom ,r & Ruhl for your City of Fairfax I e hereby authorize the City of Fairfax, hereinafter called utility bill. It is COMPANY,- or their appointed third party representative, to initiate free and eas-1 CALL ME FOR YOUR ALL YOUR REAL ESTATE NEEDS debit entries to my (our) 319-350-2450 Select orae. E Checking Account Savings Account • FIRST TIME HOME BUYER indicated below at the depositary financial institution named below, • SELLING YOUR HOME hereinafter called DEPOSITORY, and to debit the same to such account. . BUYING YOUR HOME q (we) acknowledge that the origination of A H transactions to my (our) ® INVESTMENT PROPERTY r account must comply with the provisions of U.S. law. . MARKET ANALYSIS icensed Realtoriiitl��e tate,of Io�w a q � BankkName: ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Ruhl&Rub Realtors g.0 580 t:,00mil St,NIE SuiteA city; State Lip: Cedar Rapids, IA 52402. Bank o tin Account `f'vhe of Account elect un Checkina Account Savines Account -Diis authorization is to remain in full force and effect until COWANY has received written notification from nye (car either to f its termination in such time: and in such marmer as to afford C"rC )ANS£, or their appointed third pay , and DEPOSITORY a reasonable opportunit,,.$ to act on it. I �� p iwi�tiw9(i i r)� Name(s)- Date: il�t Address- Telephone umber- Signature- FOR natklre-FOR OFFICE USE Date Received Beginning late Utility Account(s)- Sunday, November 3, 20.13 City of Fairfax 2014 Welcome Packet Enrollment Form St. Clair Lode'S rd Annual Please complete this form and return it, even if you currently participate in the program. We want g 3 to be sure to have accurate and up-to-date information for your business or organization. Please mail your completed enrollment form to: City of Fairfax, PO Box 337, Fairfax, IA, 52228, or drop it off at the City Clerk's office, 525 Vanderbilt Street. If you choose to participate at a level with a fee, please enclose the fee with this form. Accepted forms of payment are checks (payable to City of Fairfax) or cash. Level 2-4 participants: Please drop off a supply of 50 of your literature and/or promotional items (depending on your participation level). ......... **Please place a check mark next to the desired participation level** Level 4: Welcome Packet Partner $200 annual fee You provide Promotional Items and Literature x..x..x..EMU x. Please email Yourcompany logo in electronic format to fairfsxde c1 rk osooth lo e.net as soon as ................::::: possible, so that we may order the new Welcome Packet bags. x..x..x..x..x..x..x Y Level 3: $100 annual fee: You provide Promotional Items and Literature Level 2: $50 annual fee: You provide Literature Level 1: No Charge: Your business or organization will be included in the Fairfax Area Directory Please complete the following information. What is the best way to contact you? Name of Business or Organization kf Contact Persons) Pa cn eBreaast Address PO Box City State Zip Phone Cell Phone Fax Email Clair • • • Website Information about your business (use an additional sheet if you need more room) Come join the brothers of St. Clair lodge # 164 Fairfax IA for their 3rd Annual Pancake Breakfast. The break- What information should appear in our Fairfax Area Directory? Please check one: fast will include pancakes, eggs, Same as above Information listed below (use an additional sheet if needed) Masonic Ledge cooked to order, sausage, bacon, hash 323 Vanderbilt St, Fairfax IA browns, toast, omelets (also cooked to Time-6:3oam-Noon order), juice, and coffee. Phone: 319-270-1975 All proceeds will go to the lodge's Cost: Adults-$s charity funds. Children 12-5-$4 Children under 5 eat free FAIRFAX 2014 WELCOME PACKET PROGRAM Thank you to the businesses and organizations that have supported the Fairfax New Resident Welcome Packet program in 2013. We are now accepting applications for the 2014 program, and would love for you to join it..;ompare Our CD Rates . us in welcoming new residents to our town. rc c When a new resident comes to Fairfax City Hall to sign up for city utility service, they receive a Welcome Packet contained in an insulated bag which is handy to take to the market. The bags are imprinted with the 10 yearAPY*1 business logos of our Partner Level participants, and are filled with promotional items provided by the area 3 ■ 3 0 47` 0 businesses and organizations that help sponsor the program. This is a great way to promote your business or Minimum deposit $5000 organization, and helps to make new residents feel welcome. 5 year 2m05 '7`0Ar APY* Minimum deposit $5000 year m40 % A Minimum deposit $5000 *Annual Percentage Yield (APY) effective 10/16/2013. CDs offered by Edward Jones are bank-issued and FDIC-insured up to $250,000 (principal and interest accrued but not yet paid) per depositor, per insured depository institution, for each account ownership category. Please visit www.fdic.gov or contact your financial advisor for r� i additional information. Subject to availability and price change. CD values are subject to interest rate risk such that when interest rates rise, Each packet contains a Fairfax Area Directory and a folder with literature, brochures, public information, and the prices of CDs can decrease. If CDs are sold prior to maturity, the investor can lose principal value. FDIC insurance does not cover losses business cards provided by area businesses and organizations. All of this information can be helpful for in market value. Early withdrawal may not be permitted. Yields quoted someone new to the area. are net of all commissions. CDs require the distribution of interest and do not allow interest to compound. CDs offered through Edward Jones are issued by banks and thrifts nationwide. All CDs sold by Edward Four different levels of participation are available. Please choose the level that suits the needs of your busi- Jones are registered with the Depository Trust Corp. (DTC). ness or organization, fill out the Enrollment Form, and return it with your payment (levels 2-4) to: City of Fairfax, PO Box 337, Fairfax, IA, 52228. Accepted forms of payment are checks (payable to City of Fairfax) Call or visit or cash. If you have questions, please call the city clerk's office at (3 19) 846-2204 or send an email to Kathy at fairfaxdepclerkc,southslope.net . financial i t Level 4: Welcome Packet Partner $200 annual fee Your company logo printed on the Welcome Packet bags Your logo included on the Partners Logo Page in the Fairfax Area Directory Half-page listing in the Partner Pages section of the Fairfax Area Directory Ian S Robinson Promotional item you provide included in the Welcome Packet bags Financial Advisor Literature you provide (brochure, coupon, business card, etc.)included in the Welcome Packet bags One Welcome Packet Partner will be featured each month in the Fairfax Facts Newsletter 343 Edgewood Rd NW This Partner Feature is equal to a half-page newsletter advertisement, which is a $50 value. Cedar Rapids, IA 52405 Your business included in the Fairfax Area Directory 319-390-0345 Level 3: $100 annual fee Promotional item you provide included in the Welcome Packet bags Literature you provide (brochure, coupon, business card, etc.)included in the Welcome Packet bags Your business included in the Fairfax Area Directory Level 2: $50 annual fee Literature you provide (brochure, coupon, business card, etc.)included in the Welcome Packet bags Your business included in the Fairfax Area Directory Level 1: No Charge Your business included in the Fairfax Area Directory • lig ANNUAL ROCKY MOUTAIN Fairfax Historicalnd aGenealogical Society OYSTER & HAM DINNER Next Meeting Tuesday November 12, 2013 @ The Fairfax Library, 630 pm FAIRFAX AMERICAN LEGION POST 572 1877 Fairfax Township Map and Legend Saturday, November 23, 2013 $12.00 uxt...... . . ................ ...... .... ..... ....- Doors Open at 5:30 PM -A Serving Begins at 7:00 PM 11141 14 RE N 144 CHI X1. rAl-RFA X (,p 1.1nown'.1 t 110.0 ,f ire A X '49 90 (Man-t ...... ...... -V. W%Vr;-,MVGer1e111 C9y 410undko III 2V ............... re - V"I 36 FAIRFAX AMERICAN ............... LEGION HALL The most recent meeting of the FHGS was held October 1.41' at the library. The AVAILABLEFOR discussions included the mailing of invitations to prospective board members. To be recognized as a nonprofit organization we are required to have a board of RENTdirectors by state and federal law. We are still looking and hoping for more CALL 319-551 -9006 Fairfax and township residents to step and join us in creating the Fairfax Historical Society. If you have any questions or suggestions please email those to fairfaxhistory@southslope.net or snail mail to PO Box 24 Fairfax ]A 52228. Hope to see you all at our November meeting. 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Originally named Armistice Da it O ices 'w ill6e up a picture for your child to color. y y' • � • Bring it back in Colored for a free was changed to Veteran's Day in 1954. November 11 was picked because World c COSe on Sugar cookie! War I fighting ceased on the eleventh hour, of the eleventh day, of the eleventh month in 1918. 7H" URSyDA , JVOTE�►�/BER 2 O1 2013 It'S Football Sunday In November! Please take time and thank veterans for y O Get $2 off any large pizza order. their past service and current military bers for their continuing service. and mem The station & Take a veteran to breakfast or lunch send ' Bricks Pizza&Subs ' FRIDA645Y J JOT8MBBR2� 2O13 � estone creek cir sw �'�� IIIIII them a thank you card, send a care pack- .!> > r Cedar Rapids,la 52404age to someone currently serving' or do �� The Station: 319-632-3082 . Bricks: 319-632-3081 something else t0 show your appreciation. 7'hanksg iv ing 3 Co lida� -............................................................... .._......_ The City of Fairfax thanks all of the $2 off any 12 sub sandwich or $1 off area people who have served our country an 6" Sub sandwich and, by doing so, helped us keep our free- �' dom and assisted people all over the 'We wish you ajoyous holiday season. Fairfax Newsletter. No Cash T alzre. Expires:1130 2013. Tbis Coupon nzay world• not be used on Daily Specials or combined with other offers. »........................................................................: Ilullll IIIIII IIIIII SNOWBIRDS 319-.366-3667 Septic System Installation*Septic Site Analysis&Percolation Testing*Sewer&Drain Installation Water Installation&Replacement*Foundation&Basement Digging*Demolition*Trucking&Hauling Site Utilities*Backhoe&Bulldozer Services*Grading&Trenching*Site Clearing The City offers alternative service and billing awned&operated by Dan Zamastil,Pat Zamastil,and Charlie Fisher options for Fairfax water, sewer and garbage to resi- dents whog o away • y for the winter. A Cit of Fairfax y r (r Temporary Service Change Request form is re- ' uired. Please stop by the city clerk' office to fill out a form. If you have any questions' call 319-846 f//f/ �� f'%1/i�r� ,"✓(�o I � ,r,tr f�/'�v/ �„li ri✓1, r r��.; -2204 or send an email to: �,� fairfaxdepclerkksouthslope.net. MENTION THIS AD AND RECEIVE 10% OFF ANY SERVICE W i' FALL TIME ISSUES , Don't be left out in the snow and ice! We have only a few large unit left! LEAVES AND OTHER YARD WASTE J 201pi Scott Akers Storage r« r % "Your Clutter a Our Bread and Butter!" w The Cit of Fairfax provides Yard waste pickup ona Mondays through the end of November. Leaves and yard Leora Crosser (Zee) f ' waste must be placed in approved containers and set out at Impressions Hair salon * Fenced and Gated 179 Jacolyn Dr. N' Security Camerasthe curb for pickup. Garbage tags are not required for yard e7 (Cedar Hills Shopping Center) waste. Cedar Rapids, IA 52405C�A �r�t Floors Approved containers are the paper bags designed to Phone: 641 751-9987 * Two Unit Size a I hold yard waste and trash containers marked with a "Y". Container size is lim- Hours:Tuesday-Saturday, 14`x48`Storage Units with Large ited to 34 gallons or less. Containers should weigh no more than 40 pounds when 10:00 am-6:00 pm 12'x14'Overhead boors g g p $200 per month or$180 per month with a 12 month lease full. By appointment, or call for walk-in availability Are you looking for a new hair sty=list and/or colorist? 10"x20° storage Units $75 per month Someone who will work to find a style that lits you, not Leaves 11120 yard waste placed 112 plastic bags will not be picked Lip. just give you a haircut? 'lith 27 years experience, Lee uses the latest techniques to complement you and your Leaves orard waste are NOT allowed to be laced in the street! face shape. Make an appointment with Lee today and 1850 Commercial Drive Walford, IA y p look great tomorrow! These clog our storm sewer system. NO yard waste is to be burned in the ditch or street. CITY NEWS QUICKIES • Yard waste collection nuns through Monday, November 25, 2013. The date of the last yard waste collection for 2013 is No burning of yard waste is allowed in the ditch or street. Monday, November 25, 2013. This will be the 10th year for the Holiday Decorating Contest. Make plans to participate! • When snow starts falling remember NOT to blow, plow, or shovel the snow in the street. All snow removed from your driveway and sidewalk must be kept on your private property or hauled away. THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU Snowbirds remember to let the city clerk's office know you will be leaving. > > City ordinance amendment - dogs must now be on a leash when not on the owner's property. • If you notice a street light not working properly, let the City or the utility company know. You may call the city Virginia Soukup has resigned from the Planning and Zoning Commission as of Tuesday, clerk's office at 319-846-2204. October 15, 2013. Virginia has served the City of Fairfax for decades. She was the city • Moving? Contact the city clerk's office. We need to know your forwarding address and when you will be moving. • Motorized vehicles may not be driven on the grounds at city parks. This includes go-carts, snowmobiles, ATVs, clerk for years. After retiring from that position, she was willing to volunteer on the Plan- motorcycles, cars, etc. Please call the Linn County Sheriff s Department at 319-892-6100 to report a violation. ping and Zoning Commission. Virginia, thank you for your years of service. . Did you know you can sign up to have your Fairfax utility payment deducted from your checking or savings ac- The City Council is looking for a new member of the Planning and Zoning Commission count automatically each month? It is a great way to simplify your life and to avoid late payments and late charges. to serve the remainder of Virginia's term, which is until January 1, 2016. The Planning and • If you want to pay your Fairfax utility payment with a credit card or e-check, go to our website at Zoning Commission is a volunteer board that meets once a month to review and make rec- www.fairfaxia.com and click on Make an Online Payment. There is a $3.95 convenience charge for each payment. ommendations to the City Council concerning the zoning code, zoning map, future land use • Call before you dig. Dial 811 for Iowa One Call. map, plats, and other community planning topics. If you are interested in being considered • If you have a building project, check with the city clerks office to see if a building permit is required and if there are any regulations you have to be sure to follow. Projects needing a permit that are started before a permit is is- for this position, please contact the city clerk's office at sued may have the fees doubled. 319-846-2204 or fairfax(c southsloPe.net # 'a What Are You Thankful for'? Local Bank = Local Service Big Bank Options Without the Hassle The Fairfax State Savings Bank staff would) like to thank everyone who participated6 Full Service Locations in the 23rd annual °Especially for You" Race Against Breast Cancer event Feld on October 13# 2013, The enthusiasmand support from the citizens of Fairfax and the � 24 Hour Access to Accounts via surrounding communities is truly appreciated'. ' Internet or Mobile Banking Because of your support, the Fairfax State Savings Bank team placed 2nd in team size with 978 members strong! The entire amount of$29,344.57 contributed by you and Fairfax State Savings Bank will be used to provide breast cancer education and screening services for those in need. Over 15,100 individuals registered for the race this year. Participants at the race represented 35 states, 436 U.S. cities and " Guaranty " Bank come from as far away as France, the Czech Republic and Australia. \ ` For your kine[ of life. MEMBER FDIC Mark your calendars for next October and plan to join us by running, walking, volunteering or supporting this great cause. We'll see you next year! Fairfax Office 300 80th St Ct 319-896-6190 www.Guaranty-Bank.com s. .nom � � i iiii�VVuu11��IIY l dl 8uli i uh u l u i u of 1-°,v��u�lu Snow is on the way. There are many issues to remember concerning snow. Be sure to / 111111 drive and walk carefully. Slick conditions can set in very fast. The City crew goes out to work on the streets when the snow accumulation reaches two inches, snow is blowing or drifting to II i, I foo r affect traffic, or there are icy conditions, needing sanding. Please be sure to tell your children to stay away from the snow plows. Children should not be allowed to play in the snow in the ° N area between the sidewalk and the curb; and certainly not in the street. Remove all vehicles from the street parking area during a winter storm. Don't place them back on the street until the snow has stopped and the street has been plowed. The snow plows are much more effective when they can pass through the street easily and straight along the side of the road. Vehicles on the street must be moved every 24 hours, regardless of weath- er conditions. The use of ATVs on roadways and sidewalks is prohibited. It is the responsibility of the abutting property owners to remove snow, ice, and accumu- lations promptly from sidewalks. Snow from private driveways and sidewalks must be placed onto private property. Property owners are also responsible to remove snow accumulations from the mailbox area. The post office will not deliver your mail unless the driver can access the mailbox. &%AILE Global Automotive 305 80th St Ct., Fairfax,I� FILL is the time to get ready for WINTER It is time to check: Hailey Stchnel mins born ivith aa< heart WIPERS TIRES BATTERY defect known its Transjwsition ortii Great Vessels. She 1>trrd ra,l>'t'lk heart ANTIFREEZE — TUNE i��rl>,la��Nt >�r�e'1 i�, ��iit��l � heart p��ml�a' UP s��ac��rr��mit take ��tit hig Payr a heart 319-845-5150 Ol, transplant. Hailey awl her Onin aa 17 sa<t�ri �tterrd Prairie 11i 1>t �rhia�>'1. Call today to talk to Nathan or Gary Benef*It i7 Nov. 3, 2013 x 1>+ avasr�tiO is earl l)C .N... a�a�ar��lr t or mailed Please join tis sit r�, r hills BlUkk arw��lrtlrell:�ilcr� "� ° i� � a'rust brand ' t+eiI�aal lka��ri Fairfax .Ions Club Meeting 121►111 to 51)111 • 1'�`t►r aptilletl pork lulteh, •"50/0 raffle, prize raffle, 7:0 PM , Monday, November 4, 2013 fire pttttttttt�;, live ttttusie, trial more. lope -1 ore. l to 11 r�� ll 1 Ieart (-slnrusrrrrt9 ii rist lttrrr(i etttt also I)e pttrehasetl. Guaranty Bank, 300-80th t, t. All proeeetls will ,fit► clireetly to the fattntly! To tlottttte fool, attetiott itetww, volttttteer tithe or for tttore Fairfax Iowa ittftormtttioii...please eall 319 396-2675 or 1319 24,1-I277. To 9 r91tr ,r. rr 9t 's tarn r e� %� trrr Fact-book, 4op it the Everyone is welcome. 9irrrt� rr9t�� , i � rr°� r.�trrrrrrrrri � . rrr �� November 4 — Meals on Wheels Program For additional information contact: Paul Mallie 31.9-560-3031 Email: paulmallie@hotmail.co