*REVISED MAY 13, 2014
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
City of Davenport, Iowa
Wednesday, May 14, 2014; 5:30 p.m.
City Hall Council Chambers
I. Moment of Silence
II. Pledge of Allegiance
Ald. Boom
III. Roll Call
IV. Meeting Protocol and Decorum
V. Approval of Minutes of the April 23, 2014 City Council Meeting
VI. City Administrator Update
VII. Report on Committee of the Whole and Standing Committees
VIII. Appointments, Proclamations, Etc.
A. Appointments
1. Levee Commission
Anne Corbi (new appointment)
William Ashton (reappointment)
Karl Rhomberg (reappointment)
B. Proclamations
1. Respect for Law Week - May 11 - 18, 2014
2. Public Works Week
3. EMS Week - May 19th
IX. Presentations
A. Fire Department Annual Report - Chief Washburn
X. Petitions and Communications from Council Members and the Mayor
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XI. Individual Approval of Items on the Discussion Agenda
1. Second Consideration: Ordinance to amend Chapter 17.27.050 of the Davenport Municipal Code, entitled, "Zoning; HSD, Historic Shopping District; Infill Development Design, Scale and Materials", by adopting and incorporating "Addendum No. 1 to the Village of East Davenport Performance Standards and Design Guidelines". (City of Davenport, petitioner Case No. ORD14-02).
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDS SUSPENSION OF THE RULES AND PASSAGE ON SECOND CONSIDERATION
1. Motion for suspension of the rules.
2. Motion for passage of third consideration.
2. First Consideration: Ordinance for the right-of-way vacation (abandonment) of a portion of College Avenue located between High Street and Rusholme Street, a portion of Elm Street east of College Avenue, and a portion of a twenty-foot wide east-west alley located east of College Avenue between Elm Street and Lombard Street, collectively containing approximately 1.011 acres (44,033 sq. ft.), more or less; and a portion of Esplanade Avenue located between Rusholme and Lombard Streets, containing 0.152 acres (6,600 sq. ft.), more or less. The petitioner owns the adjacent property to the west of the right-of-way segments. (Genesis Health System, Petitioner; Case No. ROW14-01) [5th Ward].
3. First Consideration: Ordinance amending Chapter 13.34 entitled "Stormwater Management" by adding, deleting, and modifying language in multiple sections and adding Section IV titled "Stormwater Quality Management".
4. Resolution awarding the contract and conditionally approving the contract and bond for the Credit Island Lodge Reconstruction Project, CIP Project #10600. [Ward 1]
5. Motion authorizing the Finance Director to seek competitive quotes with negotiation for the fireplace deck and bullpen seating projects at Modern Woodmen Park.
XII. Approval of All Items on the Consent Agenda
**NOTE: These are routine items and will be enacted at the City Council Meeting by one roll call vote without separate discussion unless an item is requested to be removed and considered separately.
Reports on Standing Committees
Community Development Committee
1. First Consideration: Ordinance providing for the division of taxes levied on taxable property in 2014 to the I-74/53rd St, Urban Renewal Area, pursuant to Section 403.19
of the Code of Iowa.
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Community Development Committee
2. First Consideration:Ordinance for a Zoning Map Amendment (rezoning) of 1.04 acres more or less, of real property known as Lot 20 in Block 1 of Ferndale Addition; Lot 3 in Block 2 of Ferndale Addition; Lots 56-58 and 85-89 of Home Addition, from "R-4" Moderate Density Dwelling District to "PDD" Planned Development District, for the purpose of expanding the Genesis Medical Center East Campus (Genesis Health System, Petitioner; Case No. REZ14-03). [5th Ward]
3. Resolution approving the "PDD" Final Development Plan for the Genesis Medical Center East Campus (1227 E. Rusholme Street), on 32.64 acres, more or less, of real property known as Genesis East Campus Addition; Lot 20 in Block 1 of Ferndale Addition; Lot 3 in Block 2 of Ferndale Addition; Lots 56-58 and 85-89 of Home Addition; and the following right-of-way tracts that are more particularly described in pending Case No. ROW14-01: a portion of College Avenue located between High Street and Rusholme Street, a portion of Elm Street east of College Avenue, a portion of a twenty-foot wide east-west alley located east of College Avenue between Elm Street and Lombard Street; and a portion of Esplanade Avenue located between Rusholme and Lombard Streets. The purpose of the request is to integrate the proposed rezoning lots in a companion request (Case No. REZ14-03) and the additional land area gained by the proposed right-of-way vacation (Case No. ROW14-01) with the existing campus, which is zoned "PDD" Planned Development District. Effective upon final approval of associated ordinances. (Genesis Health System, Petitioner; Case No. FDP14-02) [5th Ward]
4. Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute documents necessary to convey the following property: Parcel H0044-25, 1717 W. 9th Street, to Petitioner Cynthia A. Buxbaum, Ward 3
5. Resolution approving Case No. F13-20 being the final plat of Walsh Pointe Third
Addition, located south of old 67th Street now Veterans Memorial Parkway and west of
Utica Ridge Road, containing twenty-six (26) residential lots. [6th Ward]
6. Motion approving purchase of four vacant lots for the relocation of two houses due to Genesis East Campus expansion.
7. Motion approving the Annual Plan, for Year 40 (July 1, 2014 - June 30, 2015), and authorizing the City Administrator to sign necessary documents and agreements.
Public Safety Committee
1. Resolution closing Gaines Street as requested by the River Bandits. [Ward 3]
2. Resolution closing various streets, lanes or public grounds on the listed dates to hold outdoor events. [Wards 3, 5, 6 and 8]
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Public Safety Committee
3. Motion approving beer and liquor license applications:
3A. New license, new owner, temporary permit, temporary outdoor area, location transfer, etc. (as noted):
NAME ADDRESS LICENSE WARD
Artisan Grain Distillery 318 East Second Street Micro- 3
Artisan Grain Distillery L.L.C. NEW LICENSE Distillery
Chuck's Tap 1731 West Sixth Street C Liquor 3
White T Corp. OUTDOOR AREA ONLY
JUNE 7, AUGUST 9 AND SEPTEMBER 13, 2014
Waterbar 1201 East River Drive C Liquor 3
CRC Investments L.L.C. NEW OWNER
(formerly The Boat House) OUTDOOR AREA
Famous Liquors 2604 West Locust Street E Liquor 4
Jay Liquors Inc. NEW OWNER C Beer/B Wine
Rudy's Tacos East 2214 East 11th Street C Liquor 5
LaRosa S. A. Inc. OUTDOOR AREA ONLY
(Criterium event) MAY 26, 2014 ONLY
3B. Annual license renewals (with outdoor area renewals as noted):
NAME ADDRESS LICENSE WARD
Frackie's 2820 Rockingham Road C Liquor 1
Frackie's Pub Inc.
K & K Food and Gas 2365 Rockingham Road C Beer 1
K & K Food and Gas Inc.
NIDU Mart 1715 West Kimberly Road C Beer 2
NIDU Mart L.L.C.
Front Street Brewery 421 West River Drive, Suite 4 C Liquor 3
Front Street Brewery Inc. (Freight House location)
OUTDOOR AREA
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Public Safety Committee
Save-A-Lot 1309 West Fourth Street C Beer 3
Conklin's Supermarkets Inc.
Sippi's 406 West Second Street C Liquor 3
Sippi's Inc. OUTDOOR AREA
The Circle Tap 1345 West Locust Street C Liquor 4
The Circle Tap Inc. OUTDOOR AREA
Aldi No. 80 5262 Elmore Avenue C Beer 6
Aldi Inc.
Azteca Mexican Restaurant 4811 Brady Street, Suite 3 C Liquor 7
Azteca Mexican Restaurant Inc.
Public Works Committee
1. Resolution approving the plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated cost for the River Heritage Park Phase I, CIP Project #10466. [Ward 3]
2. Resolution Approving the Plans, Specifications, Form of Contract, and Estimated Cost for the Fiscal Year 2015 Contract Sewer Repair Program. [All Wards]
3. Resolution approving the plans, specifications, form of contract and estimate of cost covering the 2015 Sidewalk Repair and Construction Program, CIP Project #10525. [All Wards]
4. Preliminary Resolution covering the 2014 Brick Alley Reconstruction Program, CIP Project #10546. [Ward 6]
5. Preliminary Resolution covering the 2014 Alley Resurfacing Program, CIP Project #10546. [Ward 6]
6. Preliminary Resolution covering the 2014 Alley Improvement Project CIP Project #10546. [Ward 4]
7. Resolution accepting the Jersey Ridge Road Storm Sewer Enhancement Project completed by Miller Trucking & Excavating, Inc. of Silvis, Illinois, CIP Project #00178. [Ward 5 & 6]
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Public Works Committee
8. Resolution accepting the agreement with the Iowa Department of Transportation for the Iowa Clean Air Attainment Program project for the Locust Street corridor from Emerald Drive to Kimberly Road, CIP Project #01641. [Wards 1, 4, 5 & 6]
9. Resolution assessing the cost of brush and debris removal at various lots and tracts of real estate. [All Wards]
10. Resolution assessing the cost of repairing sewer lateral at various locations. [All Wards]
11. Resolution assessing the cost of boarding up building at various lots and tracts of real estate. [All Wards]
12. Resolution assessing the cost of snow removal at various lots and tracts of real estate. [All Wards]
13. Resolution approving the use of condemnation to acquire the property at 510 W 6th Street.
14. Motion awarding the contract for the Citibus Storage Facility Storm & Sanitary Sewer to Hagerty Earthworks LLC of Muscatine, in the amount of $106,177. [Ward 7]
Finance Committee
1. Second Consideration: Ordinance enacting Chapter 2.86 entitled "Sustainable Environment Methods & Technology Advisory Commission" thereby creating and enabling a new commission to advise the City in matters related to green technology
and practices. [All Wards]
2. Resolution directing the City Administrator to increase DavenportNOW rebates to 60% of City property taxes for active duty, reserve and national guard personnel,
honorably discharged veterans and eligible survivors. [All Wards]
3. Resolution making provision for the issuance of not-to-exceed $32,255,000 General
Obligation Corporate Bonds, Series 2015. [All Wards]
4. Resolution relating to financing of certain proposed projects to be undertaken by the
City of Davenport, Iowa; establishing compliance with reimbursement bond
regulations under the Internal Revenue Code. [All Wards]
5. Motion setting a public hearing for the purpose of amending the FY2014 Operating
and Capital Improvement Budgets. [All Wards]
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XIII. Other Ordinances, Resolutions and Motions
*1. Resolution approving a Parking Agreement for the Union Arcade Building (Financial District Properties UA, LLC)/
XIV. Public with Business
PLEASE NOTE: At this time individuals may address the City Council on any matters of City business. This is not an opportunity to discuss issues with the Council members or get information. In accordance with Open Meetings law, the Council can not take action on any complaint or suggestions tonight, and can not respond to any allegations at this time.
Please state your Name and Ward for the record. There is a five (5) minute time limit. Please end your comments promptly.
XV. Reports of City Officials
XVI. Adjourn

May 20 event to feature overview on THE SHAPE OF THINGS TO COME

Two of the most exciting events ever to take place in Davenport will be discussed in detail at the Hilltop Campus Village Annual meeting, set for 5:30pm, on Tuesday May 20 at the Third Missionary Baptist Church, 222 West 14th Street.

In addition to the overview of projects undertaken during the 2013-2014 year by volunteer work groups, CSO architects and Missman and Associates will be presented a detailed power-point presentation on the much-anticipated $23 million expansion to Davenport Central High School, which will include the construction of a new swimming facility and a performing arts center.

Prior to that will be a special presentation on the Creative Arts Academy, by program coordinators Joel and Diane Franken of the Davenport Community School District, along with some remarks by Philip McKinley, who had directed the Broadway production of SPIDERMAN, and worked with such luminaries as Hugh Jackman. Mr. McKinley lives in Davenport and is an Augustana College graduate who is lending his talents to the development of the Creative Arts Academy.

"Our board feels that these two elements are genuine game-changers, not only for the Hilltop Campus Village, but for the school district, the city and the entire region", stated Scott Tunnicliff, Director of the HCV. "We've had an extraordinary year of accomplishment, but feel that people will want to attend this program, which celebrates the present but also very much the future, and shows the shape of things to come."

"We've seen a real spike in reinvestment in the Hilltop Campus Village", added Board President Robert E. Lee. "But what is being presented here is also about the sustained development of a creative class in our regional workforce. It will take place in the Hilltop, the downtown and other parts of the Quad Cities, and have a positive impact for generations."

A spaghetti dinner with dessert and beverage comes with the $5 admission fee, and the program also includes prizes for which drawing will be held. All are encouraged to attend. Please RSVP by calling 563 322 8293 or emailing hcvscott@gmail.com

Many small towns in Iowa struggle to survive even though they offer quality of life features that are hard to find in big cities. Understanding these unique features is the goal of a new Iowa State University study. Researchers (Drs. Terry Besser, Stephen Sapp, Deborah Tootle, and Georgeanne Artz) have received a grant from the United States Department of Agriculture to study the quality of life in LeClaire and other small towns and assess how these characteristics affect community survival.

This is the third time LeClaire has been selected to participate in an ISU study of community life. The first time was in 1994 when researchers surveyed about 15,000 residents randomly selected from 99 communities?one in each county. Residents in the same towns were surveyed in 2004 and another group of residents will again be asked to participate in 2014. The three studies spanning 20 years can provide valuable insight into the changes in small town life over the last 20 years and the effectiveness of various development strategies. Dr. Besser notes that, "We have the wonderful opportunity in this study to learn how the events of the 1990s and the 2000s impacted small town life. This knowledge will be useful for small town leaders and residents in their efforts to help their towns survive and even thrive in the future."

Within the next two weeks, researchers will contact randomly selected households in LeClaire by mail and ask a designated adult in the household to participate in the study. Each person who receives a survey represents 20 to 35 other LeClaire residents. Therefore, it is vitally important that those selected complete and return the survey.

It will take several months, perhaps as long as a year, before the survey process is completed and the information is analyzed. At that time, a report of the results will be made publicly available through local extension offices, the local newspaper and/or library, and directly through Iowa State University's Department of Sociology website. Any questions may be directed to Dr. Besser at tbesser@iastate.edu or Dr. Sapp at ssapp@iastate.edu.

 

Part of Chicago Community Trust 99th Anniversary

CHICAGO - Governor Pat Quinn today hosted volunteer and community leaders from across the Chicago area for a discussion focused on the future of volunteerism and service in civic life. The roundtable discussion, hosted by the Serve Illinois Commission on Volunteerism and Community Service, is part of the Chicago Community Trust's 99th anniversary "On the Table: Service Edition" celebration. Today's event is part of Governor Quinn's commitment to fostering volunteer service in Illinois.

"Illinois is blessed with thousands of people who give their time and talent to worthy causes," Governor Quinn said. "Today's program helps us chart a course for volunteer service and remind everyone how valuable donated efforts can be. The heart of Illinois is the heart of a volunteer."

Thousands of Illinois residents also gathered across Chicago during the day to participate in a community-wide conversation about volunteerism and its role in the future of the Chicago area. On June 10, Serve Illinois plans to further engage Illinois leaders in recognizing the potential of volunteers through a Senate Resolution on Service.

"Service equals strength for our communities and for our state, and events like this can inspire great ideas to enhance Illinois' volunteer infrastructure," Serve Illinois Executive Director Brandon Bodor said. "We are thrilled that 'On the Table' is spurring these conversations because individuals who step up and volunteer have always been what drives action in this country."

Governor Quinn is committed to promoting volunteerism in Illinois. Last month he presented 23 Illinois residents and four businesses with the Governor's Volunteer Service Award to recognize and honor those who have made positive changes to our state through their efforts.

The Serve Illinois Commission is a 40 member, bipartisan board appointed by the Governor. Its mission is to improve Illinois communities by enhancing volunteerism and instilling an ethic of service. The Commission is accomplishing this mission through the support of local community-based efforts to enhance volunteer opportunities and the administration of Illinois' AmeriCorps program. For more information on Serve Illinois, or to find one of over 40,000 volunteer opportunities in the state, visit Serve.Illinois.gov.

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The Scott County Sheriff's Office, in support of the National Sheriff's Association is announcing the launch of the Next Generation National Neighborhood Watch program.

You may know it previously as USAonWatch.org - Neighborhood Watch Program, but they are now being rebranded as the National Neighborhood Watch - A Division of the National Sheriff's Association.
USAonWatch was started in 1972 with funding in part by the National Sheriff's Association, through a grant. The grant funding has come to an end, but the National Sheriff's Association is happy to continue with this great program.

Our nation is built on the strength of our citizens. Every day, we encounter situations calling upon us to be the eyes and ears of law enforcement. Not only does neighborhood watch allow citizens to help in the fight against crime, it is also an opportunity for communities to bond through service. The Neighborhood Watch Program draws upon the compassion of average citizens, asking them to lend their neighbors a hand.

For more information on the Next Generation National Neighborhood Watch Program please visit www.nnw.org or contact the Scott County Sheriff's Office.

Rock Island, IL– On Wednesday May 7th, the KISS Hope Creek Referendum Committee will be hosting a town hall meeting concerning the past, present, and future of Hope Creek Nursing Home and the November Referendum. The purpose of this town hall meeting is to better inform Rock Island County voters on this important community issue.

Rock Island County Board Members Scott Terry and Drue Mielke, and Rock Island County Board candidate Brian Flaherty will be sharing information and taking questions about Hope Creek.

The town hall meeting will be held at the Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 25 Hall, which is located at 4600 46th Ave in Rock Island. The meeting will be from 5:30-7:30pm. Light refreshments and snacks will be available. All Rock Island County residents are invited.

To learn more about KISS, please visit www.kisshopecreek.com or www.facebook.com/kisshopecreek.

COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
City of Davenport, Iowa
Wednesday, May 7, 2014; 5:30 p.m.
City Hall Council Chambers
I. Moment of Silence
II. Pledge of Allegiance
Ald. Justin
III. Roll Call
IV. Meeting Protocol and Decorum
V. Reports of City Officials
VI. Appointments, Proclamations, Etc.
A. Military Appreciation Week
B. American Legion Poppy Days
C. Foster Parent Appreciation Month
D. Scott Emergency Communications Center s National Telecommunications Week
E. Motorcycle Awareness Month
* F. Public Works Week
VII. Public Hearings
A. Community Development Committee
1. Public Hearing for the Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute documents necessary to convey the following property:
Parcel H0044-25, 1717 W. 9th Street, to Petitioner Cynthia A. Buxbaum [3rd Ward]
2. Public Hearing for the purpose of considering an amendment to the I-74/53rd Street Urban Renewal Area.
3. Public Hearing for the Ordinance for a Zoning Map Amendment (rezoning) of 1.04 acres more or less, of real property known as Lot 20 in Block 1 of Ferndale Addition; Lot 3 in Block 2 of Ferndale Addition; Lots 56-58 and 85-89 of Home Addition, from "R-4" Moderate Density Dwelling District to "PDD" Planned Development District, for the purpose of expanding the Genesis Medical Center
East Campus (Genesis Health System, Petitioner; Case No. REZ14-03). [5th
Ward]
4. Public Hearing for the Ordinance for the right-of-way vacation (abandonment)
of a portion of College Avenue located between High Street and Rusholme Street,
a portion of Elm Street east of College Avenue, and a portion of a twenty-foot
wide east-west alley located east of College Avenue between Elm Street and
Lombard Street, collectively containing approximately 1.011 acres (44,033 sq. ft.),
more or less; and a portion of Esplanade Avenue located between Rusholme and
Lombard Streets, containing 0.152 acres (6,600 sq. ft.), more or less. The
petitioner owns the adjacent property to the west of the right-of-way segments.
(Genesis Health System, Petitioner; Case No. ROW14-01) [5th Ward].
B. Public Safety - None
C. Public Works
1. Public Hearing on the plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated cost
for the River Heritage Park Phase I, CIP Project #10466.
2. Public Hearing on the plans, specifications, form of contract and estimate of
cost for the Fiscal Year 2015 Contract Sewer Repair Program, CIP Project #10532.
3. Public Hearing on the plans, specifications, form of contract and estimate of
cost covering the 2015 Sidewalk Repair and Construction Program, CIP Project
#10525.
D. Finance
1. Public Hearing on the issuance of not to exceed $32,255,000 General
Obligation Corporate Bonds, Series 2015.
VIII. Presentations - None
IX. Recess to Standing Committees
A. Community Development Committee
*** CD #5 added May 6
B. Public Safety Committee
C. Public Works Committee
*** PW #15 added May 6
D. Finance Committee
*** FIN #6 added May 6
X. Reconvene Committee of the Whole
XI. Other Ordinances, Resolutions and Motions
XII. Approval of Discussion and Consent Agenda for City Council Meeting as recommended by the Standing Committees
XIII. Public with Business
XIV. Reports of City Officials
XV. Adjourn
There will not be a May 15, 2014 Scott Emergency Communications Center Board meeting.
The next scheduled SECC Board meeting is June 19th at 3:30 p.m.

Governor Honors Two Fallen Firefighters and 44 Others for Life-Saving Acts of Bravery

SPRINGFIELD - Governor Pat Quinn today was joined by State Fire Marshal Larry Matkaitis and firefighters from across the state to honor Illinois' fallen firefighters and those who performed life-saving acts of bravery this year. The recognitions were part of the 21st Annual Illinois Fallen Firefighter Memorial and Firefighter Medal of Honor Awards Ceremony at the Illinois State Capitol. The ceremony paid tribute to two firefighters who died in the line of duty and recognized 44 firefighters or departments for acts of bravery within their communities.

"The bravery demonstrated by the firefighters being recognized here today proves that it takes an extraordinary person to be in this profession," Governor Quinn said. "It's important that we thank and recognize these men and women who put their lives on the line - day in and day out - to protect us. Let us reflect on and honor those who have made the ultimate sacrifice."

Two firefighters who died in, or as a result of, the performance of duty were honored during the ceremonies as their families were presented with the Duty Death Gold Badge. Those recognized include the late Chris Brown, a firefighter with the Hudson Community Fire Protection District and Bloomington Fire Department, along with the late Lawrence "Lance" Stone, a firefighter with the West Union Community Fire Protection District.

"Today we're also reminded of the dangers of this noble profession, as we solemnly honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice and lost their lives in the line of duty," Fire Marshal Matkaitis said. "I am proud to thank each firefighter for their dedication to public safety."

The Medal of Honor Award, the highest award given to firefighters by the state of Illinois, was presented to seven firefighters who were selected for their acts of outstanding bravery or heroism, by which they demonstrated selflessness and personal courage above and beyond the call of duty, under adverse conditions, with the possibility of extreme personal risk. Recipients include :

  • Chicago Fire Department: Lieutenant/EMT John Majka, Firefighter Michael Kappel, Captain/EMT Mauricio Rodriguez, Firefighter/EMT James Wagner
  • Firefighter/PM Travis Hasselbacher, Copperas Creek Fire Department
  • Captain Derek Perry, Galesburg Fire Department
  • Battalion Chief Dan Schiradelly, Oswego Fire Department

Twelve firefighters were recognized for acts of heroism or bravery that clearly demonstrated courage and dedication in the face of danger. Medal of Valor Award recipients include :

  • Lieutenant Frank DiGiovanni, Bolingbrook Fire Department
  • Chicago Fire Department: Firefighter/EMT Joseph Atkins, Firefighter/EMT Cedric Collins, Firefighter/EMT Michael Diete, Lieutenant/EMT Ronald Ellingsen, Captain/EMT Alfred Kiefer, Firefighter/EMT Kevin Martin, Firefighter John McClorey, Firefighter John Veller
  • Captain Jeffrey Hott, Decatur Fire Department
  • Firefighter/Paramedic Chris Gottschalk, Highland Park Fire Department
  • Fire Chief Michael Vaughn, Washington Fire Department

Seventeen firefighters and departments received the Firefighter Excellence Award for an act of service in the line of duty, demonstrating excellence and professionalism in service to the citizens of the state of Illinois. Recipients include :

  • Alton Fire Department
  • Argenta-Oreana Fire Protection District
  • Director Julie Barclay, Cass-Putnam Rescue Services of Cuba, Illinois
  • Chicago Fire Department: Firefighter/EMT Sean Butler, Firefighter/EMT Jason Flores, Fire Paramedic Edward Gilbride, Firefighter/Paramedic Anthony Licato, Engineer/EMT John Meade, Firefighter Robert Murphy
  • Cisco Fire Protection District
  • Firefighter Matt Lewis, Galesburg Fire Department
  • Gardner Fire Protection District: Firefighter Kaylee Bain, Lieutenant Joe Yates
  • Hinsdale Fire Department: Firefighter/Paramedic Daniel Majewski, Firefighter/Paramedic Donald Newberry
  • Lincolnshire-Riverwoods Fire Protection District
  • West Frankfort Fire Department

A Certificate of Recognition Award was presented to the following for dedication to the principles and traditions of the fire service:

  • Chicago Fire Department: Firefighter/EMT Edtismond Johnson, Firefighter Joseph White III
  • Firefighter Brock Dieu, Danville Fire Department
  • Hinsdale Fire Department: Lieutenant William Claybrook, Captain David DeWolf, Firefighter-Paramedic Nicholas McDonough, Firefighter/Paramedic James Nichols, Firefighter-Paramedic Steven Tullis

Nominations were reviewed and winners selected by the Illinois Fire Fighting Medal of Honor Committee.

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Main Street Iowa Recognizes Outstanding Achievements

Award Winning Projects and Volunteers Honored

Davenport's Hilltop Campus Village received the two awards, one for Volunteer of the Year and another for Outstanding Achievement in New Construction at the 27th annual Main Street Iowa Awards celebration that was held on Friday, May 2 at the Community Choice Credit Union Convention Center in Des Moines. HCV Board President Robert E. Lee, Sylvia Runkle, Ralph Kelly, Christopher Meyer, Ann Hutchinson and Jeff Cook represented the Hilltop Campus Village, along with their director Scott Tunnicliff. Also on hand to was Jackie Nickolaus, Vice-President of development for Sherman-Associates, the firm that developed Harrison Loft, this year's award-winning project. The event was attended by nearly 500 people representing communities across the state. Competitive nominations were submitted for 77 projects and activities within the five categories of design, economic restructuring, organization, promotion and overall program. Nineteen were recognized with awards and two received honorable mention.

The honors were presented by Governor Terry Branstad, Lt. Governor Kim Reynolds and Debi Durham, director of the Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA). Also attending was retiring Senator Tom Harkin, a long-time advocate of Main Street Iowa from his senate seat in Washington D.C.

"We knew from the very beginning that Main Street Iowa was not a quick-fix solution, but rather an incremental approach to fostering positive change." stated Governor Branstad. "In my travels across the state, I have seen the program at work in small towns, mid-size cities, urban centers and neighborhood commercial districts. It has had far greater impact than we ever could have imagined in 1985."

"We must all appreciate the fact that healthy historic commercial districts are a key deciding factor for industrial and business recruitment. In order for us to create 200,000 new jobs, we need healthy Main Streets," commented Lt. Governor Reynolds. "Taxpayers are certainly getting their money's worth. Since 1986, for every dollar the state of Iowa has invested in operating the state Main Street program, the private sector in those communities has invested $87.99 into building improvements and acquisitions."

"It was a memorable evening for all of us, and an inspirational one as well." added Hilltop Campus Village director Scott Tunnicliff. "The award we received, for the Harrison Loft and the parking lot serving it, was a great example of partners from the city, Sherman-Associates, the Iowa-American Water Company, the RDA and others. All of them saw clearly what this project could mean to our area, and stepped forward to make it happen. We had a sizable group here, and I wish we could have had more to see what is being done in communities of all sizes around the state to enhance the vitality of their communities."

As a highlight of the evening, a special award was presented to the community of West Union for their innovative thinking, persistence and partnerships to enable success in the implementation of the Green Pilot Streetscape Project as the "Signature Project of the Year." This award honors a project that rises above traditional award categories in impact and significance. West Union's project leveraged resources from many local, state and federal partners including the Community Development Block Grant program.

For more information about Main Street Iowa and how all Iowa communities can access commercial revitalization assistance through the Iowa Downtown Resource Center, visit http://www.iowaeconomicdevelopment.com/IDRC/MainStreetIowa, e-mail mainstreet@iowa.gov or call 515.725.3051.

A list of Main Street Iowa communities and award winners follows. Photographs will be posted at

http://iowaeconomicdevelopment.com/IDRC/MainStreetIowa after May 5.

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