10 Jan 2013

Branstad releases statement on State Police Officers Council (SPOC) contract agreement

By Tim Albrecht

(DES MOINES) - Gov. Terry Branstad today commended negotiators from his administration and the State Police Officers Council (SPOC) on their contract agreement, which was ratified this afternoon.

The agreement includes the following:

  • Employees pay 20 percent of their health insurance premium
  • Implementation of a wellness program through which employees can decrease their employee contribution toward their health insurance premium
  • A one percent bonus in July and January in both FY 2014 and FY 2015 in lieu of increases in base pay
  • Implementation of merit-based step pay increases in each FY 2014 and FY 2015

"This was a good faith negotiation that was professionally handled by both sides," said Branstad. "In the end, this agreement is a good result. The officers and staff have agreed to a contract that is equitable, will improve the health of their employees, and is a fair bargain for the taxpayers of Iowa."

The total cost of the contract to all funds is estimated at $5.9 million, with $4 million of that amount coming from the state's general fund.

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09 Jan 2013

CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION..

By Jackie E. Holecek

The City Council will hold a budget work session on Saturday, January 12th.

City of Davenport, Iowa

Saturday, January 12, 2013; 9:00 a.m.

City Council Chambers, First Floor

I. FY 14 Operating Budget

A. General Fund

B. Selected Operating Funds

08 Jan 2013

Lt. Governor Simon applauds House passage of licenses for all eligible Illinois drivers

By Annie Thompson

SPRINGFIELD - January 8, 2013. Lt. Governor Sheila Simon today issued the following statement regarding the House's 65-46 passage of Senate Bill 957, a bill which would allow every qualified Illinois resident to apply for a driver's license.

"Today's vote means we are one step closer to making our roads safer for all Illinois residents," Lt. Governor Simon said. "Regardless of legal status, we need to make sure every eligible driver in our state has received the proper training and carries insurance - before they get behind the wheel. This is an important public safety measure, and I'm pleased to see it headed to the Governor's desk." 

Simon saw first-hand the damaging financial impact of uninsured, unlicensed drivers on Illinois roadways as a Jackson County prosecutor. Simon joined a bipartisan coalition in her support of this bill.

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08 Jan 2013

Statement from Governor Pat Quinn Regarding Senate Bill 957

By Nafia Khan

SPRINGFIELD - January 8, 2013. Governor Pat Quinn today issued the following statement commending the Illinois State House of Representatives for passing traffic safety legislation that will reduce the financial burden on all drivers:

"I want to commend members of the Illinois House for their bipartisan passage of legislation that will help ensure every Illinois motorist is properly licensed and empower more immigrants to become stronger contributors to our economy.

"More than 250,000 immigrant motorists on our roads today have not passed a driving test, which presents a dangerous risk to other drivers. Illinois roads will be safer if we ensure every driver learns the rules of the road and is trained to drive safely.

"Not only will Senate Bill 957 save lives, it will save Illinois motorists $46 million a year in insurance premiums by making sure every driver is properly insured.

"I want to thank Senate President John Cullerton, Senate Minority Leader Christine Radogno, House Speaker Mike Madigan, Minority Leader Tom Cross, Rep. Edward Acevedo, Rep. Lisa Hernandez, Secretary of State Jesse White, and all proponents on both sides of the aisle for their work to make Illinois a safer place to drive.

"I look forward to signing this legislation."

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08 Jan 2013

CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION.

By Jackie E. Holecek

The City Council will hold a work session on Monday, January 14th at 5:30 p.m. at the Public Works Center, 1200 East 46th Street.

CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION

City of Davenport, Iowa

Monday, January 14, 5:30 p.m.

Public Works, 1200 East 46th Street, Davenport, Iowa

I. 3rd & 4th Streets Two-way Conversion

II. Harrison Street Parking

07 Jan 2013

WASTE COMMISSION FACILITIES CLOSED MLK JR. DAY

By Brandy Welvaert

DAVENPORT, IA?Waste Commission of Scott County facilities will be closed on Monday, Jan. 21 in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Normal hours of operation will resume on Tuesday, Jan. 22. Facilities closed include :

·    Scott Area Recycling Center, 5640 Carey Avenue, Davenport
·    Scott Area Landfill, 11555 110th Avenue, Davenport
·    Scott Area Household Hazardous Material Facilities, Davenport
·    Electronic Demanufacturing Facility, 1048 East 59th Street, Davenport

Regular hours will resume at all facilities on Tuesday, Jan. 22.

Waste Commission of Scott County is an inter-governmental agency whose mission is to provide environmentally sound and economically feasible solid waste management for Scott County. For more information about the Commission, please call (563) 386-9575 or visit www.wastecom.com.

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04 Jan 2013

Davenport Community Improvement Corporation Agenda

By Jackie E. Holecek
Monday, January 7, 9:00 a.m.
River Music Experience, 129 Main Street
Davenport, Iowa

  1. Welcome
  2. Casino Developer / Operator Interviews:  DCIC Directors will participate in public interviews of three prospective casino developer / operators.
  3. Adjourn
04 Jan 2013

CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION

By Jackie E. Holecek
City of Davenport, Iowa

Tuesday, January 8, 2:45 p.m.

Public Works Parking Lot, 1200 East 46th Street, Davenport, Iowa

I. Dubuque Casino Tour

Members of the public and media are welcome to join the tour in Dubuque.
04 Jan 2013

TENTATIVE AGENDA SCOTT COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS January 8, 2013

By Chris Berge
Tuesday, January 8, 2013

Special Committee of the Whole - 8:00 am
Board Room, 1st Floor, Administrative Center

1. Roll Call: Hancock, Minard, Sunderbruch, Cusack, Earnhardt

2. Discussion of Scott County Board goals.

3. Other items of interest.

Tuesday, January 8, 2013

Special Committee of the Whole - 9:00 am
Putnam Museum

1. Roll Call: Earnhardt, Hancock, Minard, Sunderbruch, Cusack

2. Tour of Putnam Museum.

3. Other items of interest.
03 Jan 2013

Branstad names Stewart Iverson to Property Assessment Appeal Board, asks him to chair

By Office of the Governor of Iowa

(DES MOINES) - Gov. Terry Branstad today named former state lawmaker Stewart Iverson to the Finance - Local Taxation position on Iowa's Property Tax Assessment Appeal Board. Additionally, Iverson is accepting the governor's request to chair the board.

Iverson, 62, is filling the term of Richard Stradley, who resigned in November. The term runs through April 30, 2017.

"Stewart Iverson understands the complexities of Iowa's property tax system, and will take a fair and measured approach on the board," said Branstad. "I am also pleased Stewart has accepted my request for him to serve as chairman, because his leadership will ensure an open-minded and equitable route for all Iowans who navigate the appeals process."

The State of Iowa Property Assessment Appeal Board is a state agency created for the purpose of establishing a consistent, fair and equitable property assessment appeal process. The Appeal Board conducts administrative hearings with the statutory authority to review any final decision, finding, ruling, determination, or order of a local board of review relating to protests of an assessment, valuation, or application of an equalization order.

"I am pleased Stewart has decided to continue to serve the public in this role," said Lt. Gov. Kim Reynolds. "Stewart's knowledge of the appeals process, combined with his experience as an elected official, enables him to bring valuable insight to the board."

The position requires Senate confirmation. The Iowa General Assembly convenes on January 14.

Iverson has worked at a number of agricultural employers, and farmed for 32 years. Iverson began serving as a state representative in 1989, prior to his election to the Iowa Senate in 1994. Iverson served as the majority leader in the Iowa Senate from 1996-2006. 

He and his wife, Vicki, reside in Clarion.

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