DeWitt Chamber & Development Company Newsletter

August 2019

Letter from the Executive Director - Highway 30

Those that have traveled Hwy 30 west of DeWitt over the last fewweeks have “enjoyed” the construction as the IA DOT works toimprove the intersections of 260th Ave and Hwy 30. As I travel thatintersection, I marvel at all the planning and “phases” the constructionhas gone through for just that short stretch of road. It also makes meconsider what construction would be like if it were to become a 4-laneHwy all the way to Cedar Rapids!

The 4-laning of Hwy 30 has been discussed for decades. It is a major community andeconomic development consideration for DeWitt and all those on or near Hwy 30. The Hwy30 Coalition has been tireless in their advocacy in support of this initiative. They justcompleted at FAQ flyer you can view here. Feel free to share the flyer with others to helpanswer questions and gain more support for the cause. Adam Schweers, the Hwy 30Coalition President, will be the presenter at the DeWitt Noon Lions luncheon on September19th. If you’d like to attend the presentation, let me know, I’ll bring you as my guest.

Over the last few years, the topic of 4-laning Hwy 30 has received increased considerationas the IA DOT has commissioned a Planning Study from just east of Lisbon to just west ofDeWitt. Adam will share more info about that study in his presentation. ADDITIONALLY, thepublic is invited to attend an information meeting on Sept 19th from 5 - 7 p.m. at the NorthCedar High School gymnasium, 400 Ball Street, in Clarence. The purpose of the meeting isto discuss the study. The meeting will be an open house format, with no formal presentationso stop by as your schedule allows. IA DOT staff will be present to informally discuss theplanning study, and of course answer any questions you may have. RSVP to attend here.

The 4-laning of Hwy 30 is a complex issue that has advantages and drawbacks to beconsidered. As an economic & community development tool, it would be a boast for thecommunities along and surrounding the route. If you have comments or questions about thetopic, reach out to me.

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Note These Dates

September 2 - DCDC Office Closed for Labor DaySeptember 3 - eat "Lunch & Learn" something: EntrepreneurialEquations:Small Business Retirement and Insurance PlansSeptember 19 - Revive After Five at Eden ChiropracticSeptember 20 - Autumn FestSeptember 21 - Autumn Fest - Family Movie in the Park - The Incredibles 2October 17 - Revive After Five at Lincolnway Community FoundationOctober 24 - DCDC 101 at the HausbarnNovember 21 - Revive After Five at American Mutual Insurance and LegacyInsurance GroupDecember 7 - DeWitt's Hometown Christmas

2019 Autumn Fest

Autumn Fest is put on by the DCDC with the help of our sponsors as a"THANK YOU" to the community for supporting local businesses!

The 32nd annual Autumn Fest will be held on Friday, September 20th and willinclude: food vendors, live music from Young the Lion, a variety of free children's

activities, a classic car show, chalk square contest and MORE!!

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Thank you to our Title Sponsors:

Autumn Fest doesn't happen without our amazing volunteers! If you wouldlike to help out at this fun event, please email Molly!

HUGE THANK YOU to our Title Sponsors!

AUTUMN FEST FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT!

The DCDC PRESENTS:The Incredibles 2

Sponsored by IH Mississippi Valley Credit Union

Plan to bring your family and friends, it's going to be a greatway to enjoy a free night out in DeWitt!

DCDC Golf Bash Wrap Up

On August 1st the DeWitt Chamber &Development Company hosted the 2019 Golf

Bash. The weather was perfect, the drinkswere cold, and there was golf!

Click here to see the photos!

Thank you to everyone who joined us, wehad a blast raising funds for the DCDC!!

DCDC Renewal Season

DeWitt Chamber & Development Company membership renewal time is upon us!We have emailed out an invoice and a reminder in the last month.

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Thank you to our members who have already renewed for 2019-2020:

1st Gateway Credit UnionAbstract & Title Guaranty CompanyAg Spectrum CompanyAllen & AssociatesAlliant EnergyAmber ErnstAmerican Mutual InsuranceAssociationAmericInn Hotels and SuitesAshford UniversityAssociated Insurance & Real EstateBetter Business BureauBill HomrighausenBlack Cat Wear PartsBlondie's Coffee Out Back Bracke, Hayes, Miller, MahonArchitectsCAR-FRESHNER CorporationCasey's General StoreCentral Community HistoricalSocietyCentral DeWitt CommunityEducational FoundationCentral DeWitt Community SchoolDistrictCentral RealtyCetera Advisor NetworksChuckie's Iowa TenderloinsChuck's Body ShopClassy CreationsClean Sweep Air Duct CleaningClinton County Area Solid WasteAgencyClinton County ConservationFoundationClinton County Farm BureauClinton County Iowa FairgroundsClinton Printing CompanyCondon & Condon Law OfficeCornerstone Assembly of GodCornerstone Baptist ChurchCountry Acres Dog Boarding andGroomingCram ChiropracticCreative Learning CenterCups & Cones LLCCustom Art & SignsDavid & Sandra DekeDeke Insurance, Inc.DeWitt Area Fine Arts FoundationDeWitt Bank & Trust Co.DeWitt Community HospitalFoundationDeWitt Dental Associates, P.C.DeWitt Evangelical Free ChurchDeWitt EyecareDeWitt Family DentistryDeWitt Junior WomenDeWitt LanesDeWitt Memorial CompanyDeWitt Nite LionsDeWitt Noon Lions

Holst Family ChiropracticIH Mississippi Valley Credit UnionIIW, P.C.Illinois/Iowa Center for IndependentLivingImagine the Possibilities, Inc.Iowa Mutual Insurance CompanyIowa State University Extension andOutreach-Clinton CountyIrwin GreenTech Spray FoamInsulationITW MagnafluxJansen Electric, IncJason MeyerJim & Sondra SeerightJim Gravert Building & RemodelingJohn S. Peavey Law OfficeJorgie's Bar & GrillKamper Korner LLCKendrick General Pest Control Kids Business of DeWitt, IncKirby Water ConditioningKMAQ Radio StationKrieger's of DeWittKunau Implement CompanyLegacy Insurance Group IncLife Connections Peer RecoveryServicesLife Investors Financial GroupLincolnWay Community FoundationLindy's 5-Star FlooringLittle Bit Signs and DesignsLow Moor Lions ClubLumberKings Baseball ClubMac's Express MartMaggie's House Assisted LivingMake It Yours Upcycle CenterManatt's Inc.Mark and Marsha WitteMary RueterMaschio Gaspardo North America,Inc.Meant To Be With FlowersMediacomMezcal Mexican Bar and GrillMi Mi Nail and SpaMidAmerican EnergyMississippi Valley Regional BloodCenterMJ's EastMolyneaux InsuranceMurphy's Pub & Bickering Brother'sBreweryNecker's JewelersOffice Machine Consultants, Inc.Ohnward Insurance GroupOne Step, IncOperahouse TheatrePark Farms Computer SystemsPaul Skeffington Memorial RacePeoples CompanyPetersen-Hagge Furniture

DeWitt Office Center/Joy of GivingDeWitt Pet Hospital, P.C.DeWitt Saber StorageDeWitt Super 8 MotelDeWitt Travel MartDeWitt United Methodist ChurchDJB CreationsEmmaus Road ChurchDot's Groom and BoardDowco Valve Co, IncDQ Grill and ChillEastern Iowa Light & Power Co-Op/New VenturesEden ChiropracticEdward Jones Investments - JimO'Melia Edward Jones Investments - WillFroeschle, ChFCEmma Rae's Antiques & UniquesExpanderFamily Resources, Inc.Farm Bureau Financial Services-Megan Fuglsang, AgentFarm Credit Services of AmericaFarmers Creek AntiquesFirst Central State BankFirst Congregational United Churchof ChristFloratine Central Turf ProductsFlowers on the SideForret TruckingGary's Electric, LLCGenesis Health Group of DeWittGenesis Medical Center, DeWittGiraffe PhotographyGrace Lutheran Church & PreschoolGrand Mound CooperativeTelephone AssociationGuardian Industries CorpHall of Fame Pizza & WingsHansen Monuments & Rock DivisionHappy Joe's PizzaHasenmiller Spreadsheet Solutions,LLCHinkle Surveying, LLCHolst Construction LLC/Holst Rental

Point BuildersPro TurfRandy's Neighborhood MarketRE/MAX Concepts, Kim BrodersReiser, Jennings & Co.Relevant IdeasRittmer, Inc.River Valley Co-OpRock Valley Physical TherapyRuhl&Ruhl RealtorsSandry Fire Supply LLCSarah's Dog Grooming ServiceSashollieSchuster & Co PCScott Drug Pharmacy and Gift ShopSheridan & AssociatesSkyline Center, IncSmilee'sSoul Sisters BoutiqueSpartan ManufacturingSpringbrook Country ClubSt. Joe's Church and SchoolSubwaySun Central Tanning SalonSunrise CaféTAGTechnology SolutionsThe American Legion/Auxiliary Unit238THE CROSSROADS Inspired Living& Garden CafeThe CupcakeryThe Family Tree/DeWitt CleanersThe ObserverThe Referral CenterThiel Motor SalesTom DetermannTouch of Bliss Salon & SpaTYCOGA Vineyard & WineryUnited Way of Clinton County IowaUrbanity Boutique & Urbanity Coffeeand Wine HouseV.P. Sheridan Insurance, IncVosler Investment GroupWendling Quarries, IncWindow WorldWomen's Health Services

Don't see your company name on this list? Check your inbox for the emailwe sent you OR watch you mailbox for a final invoice next week!

Business For Sale

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IowaWorks News

IowaWORKS Programs Help Individuals Gain Workplace Skills The need for skilled workers in manufacturing, construction trades, healthcare, andinformation technology continues to be a challenge for area employers, with nearly 56percent of the employers in Iowa reporting difficulty in finding applicants with the skillsneeded to fill their openings (Iowa Workforce Needs Assessment, 2018, Iowa WorkforceDevelopment).

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IowaWORKS, now located at 1801 E. Kimberly Rd., Davenport, offers a wide range ofprograms designed to help individuals gain high demand workplace skills. “Low unemployment and increased wages have resulted in fewer individuals pursuingpost-high school training,” said Paula Arends, Workforce Innovation Director forIowaWORKS and Eastern Iowa Community Colleges. “As a result, we are not meeting the need for skilled workers. It is urgent that everyone—parents, schools, and employers--encourage individuals to pursue some type of post-secondary training/education. A four-year degree isn’t the answer for everyone, andemployers don’t require four-year degrees for many of the high demand openings theyhave. There are many shorter term options that lead to great wages and job security. ”IowaWORKS offers training assistance to eligible individuals including dislocatedworkers, low income adults, and youth with barriers to employment. Support may includetuition, required books and equipment, child care, and transportation. In addition, thetraining programs provide on-going support for participants throughout training, and workwith them to find employment after training. Individuals who don’t know what type ofcareer they are interested in pursuing can attend workshops at IowaWORKS to learnabout how their interests and abilities align with high demand occupations. “This is a great time for job seekers, high school students and graduates, and individualsworking in entry level positions to gear up for a really bright future,” Arends reports. “Resources are plentiful, and the opportunities for skilled workers are endless.”To find out more, visit the IowaWORKS office or call 563.445.3200 X43340.

Article submitted by Martha Garcia-Tappa - Business MarketingSpecialist- IowaWORKS

Look Local First!

Our Look Local First Summer Promo was AMAZING!!Our Grand Prize Winners are:

Monica Soppe Gwen Grantz Gail Fischer

Theresa Hansen Sherry Marvin Diane Carr

Michelle Hoffmann Tina Flammang

Look Local First punch card program continues on!Get your cards punched and turned in to Randy's Neighborhood Market, Scott'sThrifty White Drug Store or the DCDC office and you will be entered to win $50 in

Chamber Bucks! Keep Looking Local First!Next drawing will be Monday, Sept. 30th!

DeWitt Delivers Blog

Musings of the Iowan of the Day, Mary RueterI am an Iowa girl through and through. I was born in Davenport. I spent summers on my

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grandpa and grandma’s farm near the Quad Cities. I am Iowa State University educated.And I have lived all but two years of my adult life in the great state of Iowa.

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