Important Dates for Brick Street Repair Project
June is just around the corner with the Brick Street Repair project in sight.
Keep these dates in mind to keep informed about this important community project!
May 21, 2010- 10:00am at City Hall
City will receive and open contractor bidding for the Brick Street projects.
May 24, 2010
Bids will be presented to the City Council, deliver bids to contractors.
May 27, 2010- 6:00pm at City Hall
Brick Street Meeting will roll out which contractors will be responsible for the projects. Meeting will also outline a start date for the projects, coverage of the engineers’ blog, and DiscoverAdel.com’s daily updates of the Street Repair project.
Chad A. Bird
City Administrator
City of Adel
515-993-4525
Fax 515-993-4527
Adel Wins Urban Forestry Awards
Adel, Iowa was recognized by the nonprofit Arbor Day Foundation as a Tree City USA community for its commitment to urban forestry.
It is the 16th year Adel has earned this national recognition.
Adel also received a Tree City USA Growth Award for demonstrating progress in its community forestry program.
The prestigious Growth Award honors environmental improvement and higher levels of tree care in Tree City USA communities.
“Communities that are honored with a Tree City USA designation and a Growth Award make a strong commitment to planting and caring for trees, and we applaud their efforts,” said John Rosenow, chief executive and founder of the Arbor Day Foundation.
“We also commend a community’s elected officials, volunteers and its citizens for providing needed care for its trees. They recognize that trees provide numerous environmental, economical and health benefits for the community every day.”
The Arbor Day Foundation is a nonprofit, environmental and education organization of nearly one million members, with a mission to inspire people to plant, nurture, and celebrate trees.
More information on the Arbor Day Foundation and its programs can be found at www.arborday.org. Additional questions may be directed to the City Hall, Parks and Recreation Department at 515-993-4525.
CPR Training Supports John’s Charity
The John D. Gomke Charity has partnered with the City of West Des Moines EMS Association to provide free child & infant CPR & 1st Aid training.
These training sessions will take free will donations to support the charity.
The first child & infant CPR class will be held May 15.
There will be two sessions, 9:00am and 2:00pm located at the DeSoto Fire Department, 417 Elm Street De Soto, Iowa.
If you have questions, please contact Jessica Gomke at events@johnscharity.org.
Brick Street Meeting
Thursday, April 28th, the City will hold another Brick Street Communication meeting.
The meeting will be held at 6:00pm at the City Hall Council Chambers.
The agenda will include discussion on sidewalk reconstruction, construction start dates, and early discussions on Memory Lane. Everyone is welcome and your questions are encouraged!
Chad A. Bird
City Administrator
City of Adel
515-993-4525
Fax 515-993-4527
Orton Family Circus and Tour of Museum – April 27th
Enjoy a pleasant evening learning about the unique history of Adel on, Tuesday, April 27th, 2010.
The evening starts at the Adel Public Library at 6:30 p.m. for a presentation on the Orton Family Circus, which was located 3 miles East of Adel Iowa in Ortonville.
At one time the community of Ortonville included a cafe, grocery store, gasoline station, elevator, post offce, stockyard and two telephone companies.
After that everyone will travel to the Adel Historical Museum for a pre-season tour.
Door prizes and refreshments will be provided.
No Sign-up necessary. All are welcomed.
Success on the Square!
Courtesy of NAPA Auto Parts
Gaylord Spencer: 770-956-2200
On behalf of the Adel Partners Chamber of Commerce
Adel Auto Parts (NAPA) earns NAPA’s highest honor, the exclusive NAPA Five Star Excellence Award!
Congratulations to John Standley and his staff on achieving this award for 2009. John’s store finished in the top four in the state, and was one of the top NAPA stores in the U. S.!
Of the more than 3,000 independent NAPA AUTO PARTS store owners in the U. S., your local Adel Auto Parts (NAPA) has earned NAPA’s highest honor: the Five Star Excellence award for 2009.
It’s only the elite that achieve Five Star Excellence status. Adel Auto Parts (NAPA) earned this envied title by excelling in the following areas: sales growth, store presentation, wholesale marketing, and education and training.
“Winning the distinguished Five Star Excellence award represents one of the ultimate achievements in our industry,” says NAPA President Bob Susor. ” A lot of work goes into attaining this level of recognition. Day in and day out, Five Star Excellence stores strive to exceed their customers’ expectations, all while focusing on meeting their key objectives.”
In addition to the top honors, Owner John Standley will attend the National NAPA Conference. Here, John will spend time with fellow Five Star Excellence winners while being recognized by NAPA for his store achievements.
“To be recognized as a NAPA Five Star Excellence store is an incredible honor,” says John Standley, owner of Adel Auto Parts. “We’re very proud of our accomplishments, yet we know we couldn’t have done it without our customers, our staff, and community – their commitment to the NAPA brand has helped our store reach new levels of success.”
| 809 Main St. Adel IA 50003 Phone: 515-993-3212 Cell: 515-979-5976 Online Store: www.napaonline.com Located on the square, Adel Auto Parts Napa Store is your first and last stop for your auto needs. |
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Terry Visits Adel Auto Parts Corp.
Happy April! It’s great to see the grass and sunshine! Like many people, this last winter was very hard on my car.
My car is one of a kind. Most mechanics have never worked on my particular model, making simple repairs not so simple.
I like to make the repairs myself when I can, which can also be problematic. It’s hard to find the right parts, let alone a store that has them in stock.
Recently the thermostat went out on my car so I stopped by Adel Auto Parts – NAPA, and talked to John, the owner. Not only did they have the part in stock, John gave me pointers on what to expect when replacing it myself!
The award winning store, located on the Square in Adel, reminds me of the kind of place my grandfather would have trusted his classic cars with. They have a knowledgeable staff with a huge database of parts and information. The employees want to get you back on the road, with your problem solved.
My car is running again, thanks to another happy visit to Adel Auto Parts.
Keep them in mind for your next auto part!
– Terry
Adel Auto Parts, NAPA
809 Main St.
Adel, Iowa 50003
Phone: (515) 993-3212
Cell: (515) 979-5976
Website: adelautoparts.com
Light of Hope – April 28
Light of Hope Service of Remembrance
Please join the Dallas County Children’s Advocacy Council for a Service of Remembrance for children who were victims of abuse.
Through the art of song, testimonials and drama, present a Message of Hope for those in Dallas County who wish to prevent child abuse occurrences in our own communities.
Guest Speakers will include Dr. David Wilkerson, Waukee Community Schools Superintendent and Judge Virginia Cobb, Dallas & Guthrie County Juvenile Court.
April 28, 2010 4:30 pm
Waukee Middle School
905 Warrior Lane, Waukee
For more information call 515-991-0299
Terry Branstad Video Shoot in Adel
If you were traveling on either Main St. or 9th St. on Wednesday the 10th, and thought you saw “Governor Branstad”, you were correct.
Former Governor, Terry Branstad was in Adel at the Courthouse square Wednesday afternoon for a video shoot on the West side of the Dallas County Court House.
Mr. Branstad, who served as Governor from 1983 to 1999 is campaigning for the Governorship of Iowa in 2010.
You can find more information on Mr. Branstad’s run for Governor at the Branstad for Governor 2010 site.
Adel TV Celebrating 50 Years In Business
For 50 years, Adel & Winterset TV & Appliance has served central Iowa as an appliance, electronics, heating and cooling dealer.
They would now like to invite you to a 50th anniversary event to thank you in person for supporting them throughout the years. The event will take place on February 18, 19 and 20.
Some special pricing will be offered, as well as, free extended warranties, delivery and disposal of old appliances.
Also, the popular roll-the-dice-for-savings game will be back!
Don’t forget to enter your name to be eligible for customer appreciation gift drawings.
Hope to see you there!
Terry Visits China Village
I had a nice lunch with my friends, Amy and Ryan on a visit to Adel in February. China Village was very good. The service was fast and friendly, and the food was first-class.
The restaurant is located off Nile Kinnick Drive across from the ADM High School. The front parking lot was full, so my friends and I parked in the back.
The sidewalk and parking lot were cleared of snow and there is a second entrance which we took advantage of.
The restaurant has a tasteful design and tranquil atmosphere. We chose a table and were greeted by our server who took our drink orders and let us look over the menu. The menu has classic Chinese-American options at reasonable lunch prices. Ryan ordered appetizers while we ordered our entrees, which come with choice of soup and fried or steamed rice.
Amy and I tried the Egg Drop soup. It was thick and savory which we both liked. Ryan thought the Hot and Sour soup was exceptional, commenting that, “The bowl ended before I was done eating it!”
Our appetizers arrived quickly. The crab rangoons were crispy and golden brown, without being greasy, with a creamy filling. The pot stickers were the best we’ve ever had. Amy doesn’t like pot stickers stating, “they are normally rubbery and bland.” Even she agreed that’s not the case at China Village! One side was crunchy, the other chewy. The pot stickers were also large and packed full of filling. I definitely recommend them.
Soon after receiving the appetizers our entrees arrived. Each member of our party tried something different. Ryan ordered the Mongolian Beef. “The beef was tender and well flavored, the vegetables weren’t overcooked, and it had just the right amount of sauce.”
Amy tried the Empress Chicken. Now, Empress Chicken can be hard to come by these days, with many restaurants serving a comparable alternative or new fangled recipe. If you’ve been craving “real” Empress Chicken, you have to try China Village. Amy said, “The chicken and vegetables were plentiful, crispy, and crunchy. The sauce was just right.”
I ordered the Chicken Lo Mein (my favorite of all Chinese foods), which was great. The noodles were soft, without being overcooked, with loads of vegetables. The portions were large for lunch with just enough rice to compliment the dishes.
The atmosphere was very pleasant, even though it was lunch we were encouraged to enjoy our meal and converse as the tables filled and emptied around us.
I was pleasantly impressed by China Village and recommend it for your next lunch in Adel!
– Terry
China Village
628 Nile Kinnick Dr S Ste C
Adel, Iowa 50003
Phone: (515) 993-3389
Adel Named To The National Register of Historic Places
Great News for Adel.
The Downtown area around the square has been named to the National Register of Historic Places.
This is a huge accolade for our community and one which we should all be proud.
Of particular note is the inclusion of not only the buildings, but separate designation and recognition of the Brick Streets themselves.
Please see the attached press release and accompanying map of the district.
The Adel Public Square District joins the Adel Wagon Bridge, the Dallas County Court House and the Court House lawn as Adel’s other listings on the National Register.
Chad A. Bird
City Administrator
City of Adel
515-993-4525
Fax 515-993-4527
Embracing our History, Celebrating our Future!
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For Immediate Release
Contact: Chad A. Bird, City Administrator, (515)993-4525
City of Adel’s Historic Downtown is Listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Adel, IA (January 12, 2010) – Ann Robison, Secretary for the Adel Historic Preservation Commission announced today that the City’s historic downtown district has been placed on the National Park Service’s National Register of Historic Places. It is listed on the National Register as the Adel Public Square Historic District.
This listing is the culmination of more than three years worth of research and writing to describe the District’s historical significance in the community, the state, and the nation.
This project began with the writing of a Certified Local Government (CLG) grant request to hire a consultant to name the square surrounding the Courthouse to the National Register of Historic Places. The city was notified that it received the grant and work on the project began in May 2007.
Throughout the project, the Adel Historic Preservation Commission members were guided by the vision of consultant William Page and the Chamber’s Design Committee.
The City of Adel and the Commission are proud to have national recognition of the treasures the city has with its brick buildings and brick streets. The Commission is particularly pleased that the brick streets were included as part of the listing, because the city is beginning to plan a long term project to restore the brick streets. It is a rare occurrence that non-building type structures are listed on the Register. The brick streets are a “brand” for Adel and can be a focus for tourism. In all, more than 50 buildings and structures were included in the listing.
The city is excited about using the National Register of Historic Places listing as a catalyst for rejuvenation of the square, for historic tourism, and to jump start economic development. This project has increased public awareness of our historic and architectural treasures and will continue to do so as the listing is publicized. The listing was official as of December 18th, 2009. A map of the district is attached.
According to the official website: The National Register of Historic Places is the official list of the Nation’s historic places worthy of preservation. Authorized by the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966, the National Park Service’s National Register of Historic Places is part of a national program to coordinate and support public and private efforts to identify, evaluate, and protect America’s historic and archeological resources. The site address is http://www.nps.gov/nr/
Additional questions may be directed to the office of the City Administrator, City Hall, 301 South 10th Street, Adel, IA 50003 or to the National Park Service, attn: Edson Beall via voice (202) 354-2255 or E-mail: Edson_Beall@nps.gov, or National Park Service 2280, National Register of Historic Places, 1201 “I” (Eye) Street, N.W.. Washington D.C. 20005.
Spotlight on Eco-esthetics
DiscoverAdel had the pleasure of interviewing Owner and Chemist, Jessi Wagoner of eco-esthetics Skin Care and eco-esthetics Skin Studio for the December Newsletter.
Located in the former Ben Franklin building, Jessi Wagoner, along with Esthetician and Spa Manager Christine Mellencamp, has opened her skin studio inside Easton Portrait Gallery on the square in downtown Adel. Read the full article on Eco-esthetics.
Adel Kiwanis Club Youth Basketball Tourneys
Adel Kiwanis Club Youth Basketball Tourneys
The Adel Kiwanis is having the 4th Annual Boy’s and Girl’s Basketball Tournaments this winter. The tournaments have 5th-8th grade divisions.
The Girl’s tournament is January 22nd, 23rd, and 24th. Registration deadline is January 15th.
The Boy’s tournament is February 12th, 13th, and 14th. Registration deadline is February 5th.
The games are played at ADM Schools, and the entry fee is $160.00 per team.
For more information call (515)559-4696
Optimae Lifeservices
803 1/2 Main St.
Adel, Iowa 50010
Phone: (515) 993-1811
Fax: (515) 993-4975
Website: www.OptimaeLifeservices.com
Adel A Pleasant Surprise One November Morning…
Linda Kramer, who blogs for Travels With Children has a great story about Adel on her site. She found us one cold November morning while exploring the countryside.
Linda has a great perspective on Adel and some very good photos of the Square.
You can read her story at: http://minnemom.com/2009/11/16/adel-iowa-then-and-now/
2009 Holiday Open House Photos
Friday night was the 15th Annual Holiday Open House in Adel. It was a great turnout in spite of the cold!
DiscoverAdel gave out all of their cookies and got a chance to say “Hello” to a lot you.
We’d like to thank everyone who braved the cold and stopped by.
Below are a few of our photos from the Open House and Parade:
Adel Lions Club Donates $10,000 to Stage
Keith Soffa, President of the Adel Lions Club, recently presented an additional $2500 contribution to the Adel Partners Community Stage project.
This brings the total Lion’s Club stage contribution to $10,000, giving the club the honor of largest single project donor to date.
With this, and other recent donations, Phase II of the Adel Stage and Pavilion project is nearing completion. The interior lighting and electrical have been completed and the ceiling will be finished as soon as the weather allows.
Thank you to the Adel Lions’ Club for your generous support of a great community project!
There is still much to do and donations are still needed to finish the Stage. Phase III will start next spring with landscaping, installation of the commemorative bricks and Donor recognition.
If you would like to contribute to the Community stage, please contact the Chamber office at (515) 993-5472.
Lori Brocka,
President – Adel Partners Chamber of Commerce
Bike Trail Soon To Be 89 Miles!
On Tuesday, October 13, the Iowa DOT Commission awarded $484,995.00 to the Raccoon River Valley Trail (RRVT). This amount exceeds the $6.5 million goal for the completion of the North Loop. The trail, which passes through Adel, will soon total 89 miles in length.
Check out the RRVT site for all of the details.
