Special Olympics Quad-athon – June 18th
Courtesy of Special Olympics Iowa:
Don’t miss the Quad-athon this Saturday, June 18 at the Dallas County Fairgrounds.
Teams will compete for the rights to a traveling trophy while raising money for Special Olympics Iowa athletes.
Teams of 10 (with two alternates) are encouraged to register before the event or the day of the competition.
Cost is $10 per person pre-registered. Forms are available online at www.soiowa.org under Support Us, Law Enforcement Torch Run and Upcoming Events.
Cost is $15 to register on the day of the event. Make all checks payable to Special Olympics of Iowa.
Checks and registration forms should be brought to the Dallas County Fairgrounds between 9 and 10 a.m. Saturday.
Van Harden’s Birthday Party – You’re all invited !!! (Update)
Courtesy of the City of Adel & the Adel Partners:
UPDATED:The Van & Bonnie show has been moved from the Courthouse Square to the High School commons area.
Van Harden’s birthday is Friday, June 17 – so his hometown of Adel is throwing a party in his honor.
And, Van & Bonnie will broadcast their morning show on WHO Radio live from the courthouse square (now at the HighSchool commons) in Adel.
Come out and join the fun Friday from 4:59 – 9:00 AM.
Main Street from 8th to 9th Streets will be locked off for this event.
Cinnamon Rolls & Coffee for 59 cents will be served – while they last.
Physical Sports Clinic
A physical sports clinic will be held at the Adel Mercy Medical Clinic in Adel on Tuesday, June 14 from 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Cost is $15 with all proceeds going to ADM Athletic Dept.
The clinic will be held at the Adel Mercy Medical Clinic.
Adel Mercy Medical Clinic
1120 Greene Street
Adel, Iowa 50003
Phone: (515) 993-4656
Fax: (515) 993-4532
Van’s Birthday Bash – Friday, 17th on Main Street
Van Harden, who grew up in Adel, will bring his morning show of “Van & Bonnie” on WHO radio to the Adel courthouse on June 17th.
Van & Bonnie will be in Adel broadcasting from 4:59 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.
Main Street from 8th to 9th will be blocked off for this event.
Everyone is invited to stop by, watch the show, and wish Van a Happy Birthday!.
A Brick Street Classic Car Show, Thank you!
To the Adel Community,
A very special thank you to all who came out and supported the 7th Annual Brick Street Classic Car Show.
This show continues to demonstrate the love affair we have with our cars.
The Brick Street Classic Car Show is very unique in that it brings together such a special group of spectators and car enthusiast a like.
Whether you like to work on cars or just stroll and admire rides of a bygone era, this show has something for everyone.
Thank you to our sponsors; Brick Street Motors, R & L Insurance, Adel NAPA, Crowdy SS, Peoples Trust and Savings Bank, Horizon Printing, Wayne Reisetter – Dallas County Attorney and Modern Motors for their commitment to the community.
Thank you to the residents and spectators and to those that brought their cars down for the day, it was a great opportunity to show off and to “unveil” Adel’s new brick streets with this first festival of the year on the new square.
Thank you and here’s to next year.
Chad A. Bird
City Administrator
City of Adel
515-993-4525
John D. Gomke Charity Golf Tournament
Courtesy of John D. Gomke Charity, Inc.:
Join us for the 2nd Annual John D. Gomke Charity Golf Tournament on Saturday, June 18.
Two flights during each tee time, with 1st, 2nd & 3rd place prizes in each flight.
Tee times are 7am & 1pm.
Prizes include a set of TaylorMade Irons, cash, gift cards, TV, and much more.
Entry fee is $65 per golfer or $250 per team which includes 18 holes, cart, and lunch.
Register online at johndgomkecharity.org or call 515-314-9171.
Journalist to Travel Route 6 Through Adel
Travel journalist, Marie Yolen-Cohen is taking a six week journey across Route 6 this summer.
She will be driving, blogging and collecting information for a Route 6 Travel Guidebook. You can track her progress on her Blog, StayOnRoute6.blogspot.com
US Route 6 (Highway 6 to us Adel old timers and Hickman Road to the kids) is the longest continuous transcontinental route in the USA.
Join her as she covers the original 3,652 miles. It promises to be quite a trip.
Final Brick Street Project Update
Chad Bird, Adel’s City Administrator has posted a public letter on the Brick Street Project.
As the project is wrapping up he addresses the final punch list and any concerns that might exist before the project is wrapped up.
The project has a four year maintenance bond that he discusses and along with the traffic and controls. Read the full letter on the Brick Street Updates page.
Sweet Corn Festival Named in 23 Best Events (Updated)
The Des Moines Register has listed the Adel Sweet Corn Festival as one of it’s “23 best events in central Iowa this summer“.
The Adel Sweet Corn Festival is Aug. 12-13. www.adelpartners.org.
From the Article:
“Nothing says “summer in Iowa” like fresh sweet corn, and the community of Adel goes all out to celebrate this golden treat. Gather at the parking lot at 10th and Court at 5 p.m. Aug. 12 to help shuck the corn. Watch the parade from 9:30-11 a.m. Aug. 13, and then stand in line for free sweet corn starting at 10 a.m. until it’s gone.”
Adel Brick Street Rehabilitation Project Receives Award
Adel City Hall and McClure Engineering Company announced that the 2010 Brick Street Project in the Community has received the American Council of Engineering Companies of Iowa (ACEC) Grand Place Award for first place in the transportation category.
The award recognizes excellence in engineering. Projects are selected based on the best examples of engineering achievements using criteria such as uniqueness and originality, and technical, economic and social value.
“The Adel project reflects uniqueness because of the nature of rebuilding 100 year old brick streets reusing the existing brick coupled with modern methods of sub-structure and utility work.” said project engineer Jeff Schug of McClure Engineering Company.
With Adel’s reputation as a historic community which prides itself on having some of the only brick streets listed on the National Register of Historic Places, reusing the brick was a key element in designing and building the downtown streetscape project.
Adel City Council member and Street Committee Chair Jon McAvoy said, “Not only are the brick historically valuable, but by reusing them we saved money and were environmentally responsible because we did not discard the old and purchase new brick. New brick would have cost about $350,000 more and we would have wasted all the old brick.”
The ACEC award is a unique honor for Adel and represents recognition of excellence in design and construction of a special approach to streetscape rehabilitation. The award will be presented on Thursday, May 5, 2011 at the Sheraton in West Des Moines.
Additional questions may be directed to City Administrator Chad Bird at City Hall at (515) 993-4525 or Jeff Schug, Project Engineer with McClure Engineering Company at (515) 964-1229.
Chad A. Bird
City Administrator
City of Adel
Phone: (515) 993-4525
Email: cbird@adeliowa.org
Website: www.adeliowa.org
Penoach Winery in Adel, Iowa
Reprinted from the February 2009 DiscoverAdel Newsletter
It was a natural choice for Stan Olson and his family to open the Penoach Winery, Vineyard and Nursery in Adel, where they have lived for 30 years.
The family owned winery was named after the original name for the area of Adel which means “Beautiful Place” or “Pleasant Valley.” The winery is known for its rustic character and fun, enjoyable atmosphere.
Located on a 1900 era farmstead with its 1917 converted barn, Penoach Winery offers a place for friends to gather and share the loveliness of Iowa’s landscape. Stan and his family strive to create a fun experience with a knowledgeable staff that can help you find that perfect bottle of wine.
One of the biggest advantages to opening the winery in Adel has been the fast growing community. Adel continues to grow and change, and the winery reaps the benefits of the renewed interest in wine that was swept across the nation in recent years. Adel also offers traditionally rich Midwest soil that supports cold hearty grape varieties, some of which are available through the Nursery.
The Penoach Nursery offers a wide selection of grape plants with various types of suitability. Some plants are great for the Adel area and surrounding community, while others are recommended for the warmer or colder climates of places like Oklahoma or Canada.
The Nursery ships all over the United States; Stan has shipped plants to Georgia and yes, even to Alaska!
The grape plants are used mainly for wine making, though some varieties can be used for table grapes. There is a full list of grape plants available on the Penoach Winery website, www.penoach.com, and all of the grape plants have been inspected by the Iowa Department of Land Stewardship.
There are many great wines at Penoach, but the best seller is called Briana, described as “a sweet luscious white wine with a hint of pineapple.” Briana is considered a varietal wine, which means it is primarily from a single named grape, in this case, Iowa’s own Briana grapes! Another crowd pleaser is the Apple wine. This autumn wine is made from locally grown apples from the Dallas County Orchard in Dallas Center.
Penoach Wine makes a great gift to give, with bottles available year round that can fit any budget. A full list of wines, descriptions and costs are available online at the Penoach Winery website.
Penoach Winery is part of the Heart of Iowa Wine Trail, which consists of 15 Iowa wineries spanning the entire state from Oskaloosa to Iowa Falls. Join the Penoach Winery for the Heart of Iowa Wine Trail’s Tropical Wine Festival Friday, February 6th 2009 between 6:00 PM and 9:00 PM at the Des Moines Botanical Center!
Escape the cold Iowa winter and sample wines from the 15 Heart of Iowa Wine Trail wineries. Enjoy hor d’oeurves, prize drawings and other fun activities. Each guest will receive a commemorative wine glass! Be sure to wear your favorite tropical shirt.
Advance tickets are $25 ($30 at the door) and may be purchased at the Penoach Winery, Ingersoll Wine and Spirits, Ingersoll Wine Merchants, the Southern Hills Store at Valley West Mall, the Iowa Favorites Store at Jordan Creek Mall, or any Heart of Iowa Wine Trail winery. 2009 Passport holders get a 10% discount. Group discount-Buy 20 tickets, get 5 free!
Turn your evening into a private getaway at the Renaissance Savery Hotel, the event planner. Call (515) 244-2151 and ask for the special Heart of Iowa Wine Trail event room rate. Free twice- hourly shuttle service between the Renaissance Savery Hotel and the Botanical Center.
Are you looking for a scenic, unique location for your upcoming wedding, wedding reception or special event? Contact Stan to discuss Penoach Winery’s availability to help make your gathering even more memorable!
Penoach Winery
26759 N Avenue
Adel, Iowa 50003
Phone: (515) 993-4374
Website: www.penoach.com
Adel, Iowa Featured on Iowa Realty
Adel, Iowa was recently features on the Iowa Home Show Community Spotlight!
Moderator Mike Pace along with Mayor Jim Peters and City Administrator Chad Bird discussed our historic brick streets, beautiful architecture, and charm.
Watch the video to learn more about the great community of Adel, Iowa!
City of Adel
801 Court Street
Adel, Iowa 50003
An Interview with Short & Company, CPA, P.L.C.
Reprinted from DiscoverAdel Newsletter January 2009
January may seem dull after the hustle and bustle of the holidays, but for some it is the beginning of an entirely new season, Tax Time.
By January 31st, everyone will receive their W-2s, 1099s, and other forms that are hard to understand. While most of us dread the April 15th deadline, our current economic turmoil has prompted the masses to file their taxes sooner. This year, let Short & Company handle all your tax needs!
Started in November of 1988 by John Short, CPA, Short & Company offers a wide variety of services related to Accounting, Insurance, Securities and Small Business consulting.
DiscoverAdel was able to sit down with John and Chris Oberreuter, CPA, who has been with the company for 15 years, to discuss the important questions this tax year presents as well as a new business addition to Adel!
Q. What are the differences between using Short & Company verses places like Jackson Hewitt?
A. There are dramatic differences between licensing and the requirements to stay licensed. John and Chris, both Certified Public Accountants or CPAs, are required 40 hours of continuing education a year whereas the representatives of other more commercial businesses are only required 6 hours. Short & Company is also open year round and available whenever a taxable event takes place.
Q. What licenses or designations do you have?
A. John Short is a licensed CPA and is also licensed to sell mutual funds, annuities and life and health insurance. Chris Oberreuter is a licensed CPA and is also licensed to sell stocks, bonds, mutual funds, annuities, and life and health insurance. Denise Walter is a licensed CPA.
Q. What does a CPA do?
A. CPAs work with businesses and individuals on many financial related topics. This can range from keeping the books for a small company to auditing of major corporations to comply with SEC requirements. CPAs help individuals save tax dollars, help businesses obtain financing and save tax dollars, create business plans for businesses, and sometimes act as a chief financial officer for a small business.
Q. What do people need to bring with them for their appointment, what should they expect?
A. Appointments scheduled are 1-1 ½ hours long, possibly longer depending on the services needed. Make sure to keep track and bring all your records with you! Many people forget all of their 1099s and W-2s. These are produced due to taxable events or because of sources of income. This includes bank statements, college loan repayment, employment, and distributions from annuities, profit-sharing plans, retirement plans, IRAs, insurance contracts and/or pension plans.
Q. Are there deductions that people typically miss?
A. People tend to miss charitable donations made throughout the year. Make sure to get the receipt! Also, in the state of Iowa car licenses can be deducted. Most people forget or do not know it applies to them. Contact John or Chris to find out how this could impact your returns.
Q. Who needs to use the services of Short & Company?
A. Everyone can benefit from having a CPA file their tax returns. This year [2009] there have been six (6) tax law changes which can dramatically alter your returns, and we aren’t sure how the tax software will handle these changes. You want to have a CPA look over credit changes because you don’t want to miss deductions or credits. The problem with software is that you have to know how to answer the questions otherwise you can miss out. For example, due to flooding and severe weather this summer, much of Iowa is considered a Disaster Relief area, which means your physical location can change what credits or deductions you can file for.
Q. What suggestions can you provide during this period of financial strife?
A. Discuss your investments with a financial planner. Make sure your monitary plan is still solid and determine what is the best thing to do based on your personal situation. Remember that there are tax consequences for taking loans against your investments. Determine how these can affect you by contacting John or Chris.
Q. Another important issue is college planning as parents begin the Financial Aid process. What should parents know?
A. Start early! Once your children are in high school it is too late to plan for college. If you want your kids to go to college, start saving when they are young. 529 Plans are excellent tools for diligent, dedicated parents. However, the diligent can get burned when it comes time to fill out FAFSA forms. FAFSA is a Free Application for Federal Student Aid. This is how the federal government determines loans and grants. The forms considered the money parents and children make per year and in savings. Consider maxing out your 401ks or IRAs as they do not count towards FAFSA.
Make sure to stress academics to your children. Good grades can get you free money or scholarships to the college of your choice. Keep in mind that only 1% of high school students receive Athletic Scholarships. Top students have a wider college base to choose from and private colleges give out scholarships based not only on need, but grades and extra curricular activities.
The most important aspect of College Planning is knowledge. There are many resources available and parents need to be more active in seeking out advice. Short & Company is one of the valuable resources parents can use, and John and Chris are both available to provide more information.
So this year don’t wait in line for just any accountant, make an appointment to see the experts at Short & Company in Adel, Iowa!
Short & Company, CPA, P.L.C.
911 Main St.
Adel, IA 50003
Phone: (515) 993-4640
Website: www.ShortCPA.net
Email: coberreuter@shortcpa.net
Brick Streets Project – Parking Stripe Painting
Chad Bird, Adel’s City Administrator, has posted an open letter on the upcoming parking stripe painting and other check-off items.
More information and photos regarding Adel’s Street renovation can be found on the Brick Street Updates page by clicking on the “Orange Construction Hat” on the lower right side.
Handsome Hounds Board & Grooming Offers Convenient Hours
Handsome Hounds Board & Grooming offers convenient before work drop off and after work pick-up times for your pet.
Schedule a spring cleaning bath, nail trim or full groom for your furry friend.
April is filling up quickly so schedule your appointment with Laura soon!
For a full list of services, customer testimonials and over 50 before and after photos visit the Handsome Hounds website, AdelGroomingBoarding.com.
Handsome Hounds Board and Grooming
23266 268th Lane | Adel IA 50003
Phone: (515) 993-4466
Email: HoundsGroomer@gmail.com
Website: AdelGroomingBoarding.com
Facebook: Handsome-Hounds-Boarding-and-Grooming
April 4th, Brick Street Update (Apr 4, 2011)
Chad Bird, Adel’s City Administrator, has posted an open letter on the latest progress on the Brick Street Renovation.
More information and photos regarding Adel’s STreet renovation can be found on the Brick Street Updates page by clicking on the “Orange Construction Hat” on the lower right side.
John D. Gomke Charity
On December 3rd, 2009 John Donald Gomke was born. He passed away on January 6th, 2010 at 33 days.
His parents, Steve and Jessica Gomke, have set up the John D. Gomke Charity in his honor to educate parents and the community about Small Child and Infant death.
This month we spoke with Jessica about the accomplishments of the charity and upcoming events.
In December, the John D. Gomke Charity donated two AED machines to the ADM School District.
Dallas County EMT Mike Thompson trained the staff to properly use the portable defibrillator with pads for both children and adults.
In addition to the AEDs, John’s Charity will replace the pads as they expire or if they should be used in an emergency.
The latest news from the charity was the announcement of the 2nd Annual John D. Gomke Charity Golf Tournament June 18th at the River Valley Golf Course in Adel.
Last year’s event took place on a beautiful summer day with over 152 golfers ready to enjoy a fun day of golf for a good cause.
This year looks to be another well attended event, with golfers signing up now to ensure their spot. The tournament will be in a 4-Man Best Shot format broken into two morning and afternoon flights.
Sponsors are starting to line up, donating prizes and cash for the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place of each flight, Hole-in-One, Eagle, Birdie, and Par winners, and Culligan Water will once again be donating water for the event.
One generous company will be showing their support in a big way. A new addition this year will be the All Day Free Driving Range, for which the charity is currently seeking sponsorship.
Non-golfers are also encouraged to participate! Come out to watch the tournament, enjoy lunch from the grill, or buy a tee shirt to show your support of this great cause.
Now is the time to sign up as all tee shirt orders must be placed by May 27th.
Started in May 2010 by John’s parents and godparents Josh & Shannon Benson and Mike Hiatt with a simple can drive, the John D. Gomke Charity raised over $11,000 in its first year.
“We have John’s best interests at heart. We do the Charity for John, it is what he would want us to do.
Our board is made up of people who love him as much as we do” said Jessica.
These funds are used solely for the charity which furthers awareness of proper Infant & Child CPR procedures by supplying free CPR Certification classes throughout Central Iowa.
“That’s where we sugarcoat it. We need to be more blunt that Infant and Child death does happen. Everyone thinks, ‘It will never happen to me,’ and then it does.”
Funds are also donated to the Mercy Foundation for materials to be used in creating keepsakes such as foot & hand ink prints, molds, and photographs.
The John D. Gomke Charity Board is busy at work planning an upcoming donation breakfast, and the 2nd Annual John’s Baby Steps 5K Run/Walk to take place in October. Stay tuned to DiscoverAdel.com for upcoming announcements or visit the John D. Gomke website at www.johndgomkecharity.org.
The charity continues to accept can and bottle donations which can be dropped off at Wells Fargo Bank in Adel. Please call Jessica at (515) 314-9171 in advance to schedule your drop off.
If you would like to support the John D. Gomke Charity or to find out more about the fine work accomplished by the organization, please visit www.johndgomkecharity.org.
John D. Gomke Charity
PO Box 613
De Soto, Iowa 50069
Phone: (515) 314-9171
Email: info@johnscharity.com
Website: www.JohnDGomkeCharity.org
Hy-Vac in Adel Now VALO BioMedia North America
Courtesy of VALO BioMedia North America
As of March 1st Adel’s well known agricultural company Hy-Vac has changed it’s name to VALO BioMedia North America, the SPF and Clean Egg Company.
The name change reflects new management within the Dallas County company.
President Tim Newberry states the name change is superficial, that VALO will continue to produce high quality SPF (Specific Pathogen Free) products for the animal research and health communities.
The Adel business is most excited about the expansion projects that started last year with improvements to the Adel facility. The company is looking forward to announcements regarding the company’s future which will be made in the coming months.
Stay tuned to DiscoverAdel to find out more about VALO BioMedia North America’s important role in the future of Dallas County!
VALO BioMedia North America
Formerly Hy-Vac
21459 Old Highway 6
Adel, Iowa 50003
Phone: (515) 993-3574
Fax: (515) 993-5192
Website: www.hy-vac.com
Adel Brick Streets Open Monday (Updated)
The intersection of Prairie and 9th Street will be open for traffic Monday the 21st.
Update: The barricades have been moved and the Streets are drivable as of Friday evening the 18th.
Crews are concentrating on the final repairs in the following weeks.
For more information, read Chad’s full article in the Brick Street Update section.
