2017 Carlisle community guide by Patrick McCoy

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The Carlisle High School Alumni Association hosts community events to raise scholarship money for students. In September they host Carlisle Pickers with a Side of Bacon. Photo: Judy Russell

Carlisle’s #1 Best-tasting Water starts with groundwater drawn from the alluvial aquifer. Photo: Ethel Lee

Carlisle is the jewel in the metro with a high quality of life offering outdoor activities associated with two rivers and the river basin, valleys and vistas, nature trails and bike trails, and an abundance of natural habitat. You can enjoy the outdoors and take advantage of two worlds: a charming small town set in an inviting natural setting and the entertainment, dining, shopping, and sports offerings of the state’s Capitol and largest metro. Carlisle is the suburb on the southeast edge of Des Moines. Businesses locating in Carlisle benefit from the metro’s vibrant regional economy and welcoming opportunity documented by research and recognized by national business magazines and media. The residents love the small town feel where they know their neighbors, support their community and appreciate the outstanding life-long learning, recreational and cultural opportunities that are on their doorstep. They also appreciate the natural beauty that creates the backdrop for their lives. Students can excel in Carlisle. The administrators, teachers and staff in our quality school system motivate students to be smarter and stronger educationally, and also through the variety of music, art, theater, sports and club opportunities available to all.

Photos by Ethel Lee

Residents and visitors love the abundant beauty of the Chamber’s downtown beautification program. From planting seeds to watering each hanging basket twice a day for months, volunteers create and maintain the planters from Memorial Day through fall. Photo: Ethel Lee

Carlisle’s small town personality shines the brightest at downtown community events, and night after night, and weekend after weekend when residents support students, groups and teams at sports competitions, concerts, plays and more. The Carlisle Chamber of Commerce represents a strong vibrant and thriving business community encompassing everything from award-winning Mom and Pops and regional and national brands to a Fortune 500 manufacturer and an international exporter. The city of Carlisle also leads the way in safety for its citizens. In the fall of 2014, SafeWise.com named Carlisle one of the top 30 safest cities in Iowa. They too said Carlisle residents have “the best of both worlds where they can enjoy the hustle of the city and escape back into their country home. Tucked between rolling hills and river valleys, this woodland village strives to make everyone feel at home.”

And, in March of 2016, Officials at the Iowa Rural Water Association found the best-tasting water in the state in Carlisle. The program, Quality On Tap!, emphasizes the The drama, excitement, hard-working athletes and cheerleaders bring high quality, standards and, consequently, taste of water the crowds to Carlisle sporting events. Photo: Chad Johnson at Cross the T Photography in rural America.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

2017 Business & Community Guide

TABLE OF CONTENTS

8 Chamber Members

30 Carlisle Map

10 Chamber Business Mix

32 Exploring Carlisle

11 Chamber Members by Category

33 Cycle Carlisle

14 Professional History 16 Medical Services 17 Banking and Retail

34 Welcome from the Mayor 35 Public Safety 36 Public Library

Welcome from the Chamber!

18 Housing and Construction

37 Youth Activities

19 AgriBusiness

38 City Parks

20 Schools

39 Exciting Time in Carlisle

23 Area Churches

40 Government

2 Welcome to Carlisle

24 Community Calendar

41 Numbers to call

25 Making Memories in Carlisle

42 Hartford

26 Attractions 27 Things to do

44 Warren County Economic Development

6 Champion Sponsors

28 Community Visioning

45 Everyone Wins

7 Chamber Sponsors Events

29 Downtown Carlisle Map

46 LOSST & Chamber Bucks

4 Carlisle Chamber Board 5 Carlisle Chamber Office

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Cover Photos Clockwise from upper left: Shannon Godwin, Terry Pauling, Chad Johnson at Cross the T Photography, Summerset Winery, and Chad Johnson at Cross the T Photography. 2017 Chamber of Commerce Business and Community Guide editor Barbara Rasko with IMPACT! by Barb, Inc. Layout and design by Teresa E. Faidley and Kaity Morrow. Champion Sponsor banner, page 6, by etc!graphics, Inc. Cycle Carlisle logo, page 33, by Webster Creative Design, page 45, by etc!graphics, Inc. DISCLAIMER: All reasonable care has been executed to ensure the accuracy of information contained in this guide. The Record Herald and Indianola Tribune, IMPACT! by Barb, Inc., and the Carlisle Area Chamber of Commerce acknowledge that printed material is subject to error and do not warrant or guarantee the information contained herein. The 2017 Carlisle Area Chamber of Commerce Business and Community Guide is a joint project of The Record-Herald and Indianola Tribune, IMPACT! by Barb, Inc., and the Carlisle Area Chamber of Commerce published in February, 2017. For advertising information contact Cindy Nelson or Steve Danielson at The Record-Herald. Phone: (515) 961-2511. Fax: (515) 961-4833. These materials are the joint property of The Record-Herald and Indianola Tribune, IMPACT! by Barb Inc., and the Carlisle Area Chamber of Commerce and are not to be used without written permission of all three entities.

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CARLISLE AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

CHAMBER COMMITMENT:

2017 Carlisle Chamber Board of Directors

Improve the Local Economy and Enhance the Quality of Life FOR ALL Mission The Carlisle Area Chamber of Commerce exists to promote the economic vitality of its members, encourage economic development, and to enhance the quality of life. Vision The Carlisle Area Chamber of Commerce will be the focal point for the business community of Carlisle, Iowa. • Is the “go to” resource for advocacy, education, and resources for Carlisle businesses and for the Carlisle community overall. • Is the catalyst for change and growth in the local economy to create a prosperous business climate in Carlisle. • Develops and nurture relationships with government, educational organizations, and other community sectors to facilitate the needs and interests of the business community. Vision for Member Involvement Chamber members rely on and respect the value and benefits we consistently deliver. As a result, our members participate in our programs because they are relevant, pertinent to our members. They feel the Chamber and our programs are integral to their financial and organizational success. Our Chamber Board working committees and task forces are well-led and enjoy strong support and Chamber member participation.

2017 Community Betterment Grant winners are announced. Pictured: Carlisle Chamber President Bryce Amos, Carlisle Librarian Stacy Goodhue, Board Treasurer Janie Norton, Carlisle Parks & Rec Director Ronda Frost. Photo: Chad Johnson at Cross the T Photography

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Back Row: Andrew Lent, City of Carlisle; Dr. Brandon Eighmy, Carlisle Community Schools; Steve Danielson, The Record Herald and Indianola Tribune; Matthew Monson, Fareway Stores, Inc.; Lynn Schattner, Cyber Solutions, Inc.; Scott James, James Oil, LLC.; Bryce Amos, Carlisle Community Schools. Front Row: Dan Crum, Carlisle Christian Church; Stephany Goodhue, Iowa Realty; John Sinclair, Peoples Bank, Barbara Rasko, Executive Director of Carlisle Chamber; Janie Norton, Peoples Bank. Photo: Chad Johnson at Cross the T Photography

The Carlisle Area Chamber of Commerce Welcomes Businesses, Organizations and Individuals If you have a business to build, products or services to sell, organizations to grow, or, as an individual are interested in supporting and giving back to Carlisle, the Carlisle Area Chamber of Commerce extends an invitation to you to join us. The relationships you build, the opportunities available to you, and the good you will do, are well worth the investment. Our goal is for you and the Carlisle business community to benefit from your membership in the Carlisle Chamber of Commerce, and for the Chamber and community to benefit from getting to know you, and being involved with you and your business or organization. Memberships range from $100 for individuals, single entrepreneurs, non-profits and those on a family farm, to the basic $300 membership. Champion sponsors join for $400 and up with special membership packages.

To learn more about the benefits of belonging to the Chamber, please call 515-989-4216 or visit www.carlisleiachamber.org.

The Chamber met for the 2017 Annual Dinner at Summerset Winery. Photo: Chad Johnson at Cross the T Photography

CARLISLE AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE OFFICE

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OFFICE!! Carlisle Area Chamber of Commerce, 27 School Street, September, 2016. Photo by Barbara Rasko

Red Crown Filing Station, 1930. Photo submitted by Dan Crum from Red Crum’s collection.

Kibbey Quarry & Limestone Co. Elmer F. Kibbey and Grandson Perry Hansen. Photo provided by the Carlisle Area Historical Society. Leo Brennan’s Produce, 1938. Photo submitted by Great-Granddaughter Amy Dickson. Months before Iowa officially became a state, the land that the Carlisle Chamber office sits on was given by the United States to the State of Iowa through an Act of Congress which was approved on August 8, 1846.

In 1891, Mr. Randleman built a hotel on this prime property which was not far from the railroad tracks.

The Great Flood of Iowa, caused when a still-standing record-breaking 74.5” of rain fell in the recently settled Des Moines River basin, forced settlers from Dudley to scramble to higher ground. The State of Iowa sold the land at the now 27 School Street to Jeremiah Church & Daniel Moore on June 19, 1851. Mr. Church laid out the town and called it Carlisle after a town in Pennsylvania.

In 1959, Carlisle Sand and Gravel, Inc. was incorporated. Kibbey Quarry and Limestone owner Elmer Kibbey operated the company from 27 School Street and over the last 50+ years the building housed several different businesses.

By 1856, The Steam Flouring Mill of Carlisle, Iowa, purchased the land, and, sold shares in the mill for $100 each. It cost $10,500 to erect the mill. In 1875, $6,000 of improvements were made, which made this one of the most complete plants of this kind in Central Iowa. The name was later changed to Carlisle Grist Mill.

In the 1930s, Red Crown Filing Station, and later, Brennan’s Produce, occupied the building.

The Chamber of Carlisle received the building as a gift from the Elmer F. Kibbey family in 2015. The Chamber renovated the building with the help of local contractors, and held the ribbon cutting in October, 2016.

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CHAMPION SPONSORS

THANK YOU TO OUR CHAMPION SPONSORS PLATINUM MEMBERS

GOLD MEMBERS Wright Auto Sales Wright Auto Sales

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SILVER MEMBERS PETERSON

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BRONZE MEMBERS Avondale Veterinary Healthcare Complex

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THE CHAMBER SPONSORS EVENTS

THE CHAMBER SPONSORS PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES TO SERVE Chamber Members and the Community

The Chamber Golf Tournament raises funds for youth activities. Photo: Barbara Rasko

ANNUAL CHAMBER PROGRAMS

Chamber of Commerce Annual Dinner in January celebrates the Carlisle Business Community, and honors the Citizen of the Year, Business of the Year, Employee of the Year, and Friend of Education. Chamber of Commerce Community Betterment Grants are also awarded. All Carlisle community non-profit and for-profit businesses and organizations are eligible to receive grants. Welcome Back to School Breakfast is held in August for the Carlisle Community Schools teachers and staff. Chamber Golf Outing in August provides a day of fun and raises money for youth activities. PumpkinFest in October features a costume parade through downtown Carlisle, Trunk or Treat, most original carved/decorated pumpkin contest, dance demonstrations, photos, and more. Light-Up Carlisle & Photos with Santa in December draws kids of all ages for Photos with Santa.

CARLISLE CHAMBER GIVES BACK

Annual Donations to the community include the P.E.A.C.H. AFFAIR for Dollars for Scholars, the Welcome Back Teacher and Staff Appreciation Breakfast, the 4th of July parade, the annual Chamber Golf Outing to raise money for Carlisle Little League and the Carlisle Girls Softball Association, the Downtown Beautification program, and PumpkinFest and Photos with Santa for the community. Since 2014 the Chamber has offered the Carlisle Area Chamber of Commerce Community Betterment Grants. Participates in Iowa Legislative Opening Night Reception, co-hosts the Warren County Excellence in Business Awards, the Warren County Business Grant Contest and the Warren County Leadership Institute with area Chambers and the Warren County Economic Development Corporation, Warren County Legislative

The Chamber invites children to Photos with Santa Photo: Barbara Rasko

Luncheon, Affiliate Presidents and Executive Directors of the Greater Des Moines Partnership, and Chamber Night at the Iowa Cubs. Cooperates with City of Carlisle and Warren County Economic Development on economic development, the Community Visioning Project, and soliciting grants for needed improvements. Encourages tourism in cooperation with the Warren County Board of Supervisors. Offers Carlisle Area Chamber of Commerce Chamber Bucks which can be redeemed at any Chamber business.

The Chamber celebrated Peterson Funeral Homeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s remodel with a ribbon cutting. Photo: Barbara Rasko

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MEMBER DIRECTORY

Carlisle Area Chamber of Commerce Membership 21st Century Rehab, P.C. (515) 989-0100 Physical Therapy AJ’s Service (515) 989-2036 Automotive/ Service Station Antique Tractor Museum (515) 321-9275 Tourist Attraction AvaLayne Hair Studio (515) 689-0010 Hair Studio Avondale Veterinary Health Care Complex (515) 262-6111 Veterinarian Back Alley Smokehouse (515) 989-4410 Restaurants/ Catering Barbara Rasko with Nerium International (515) 210-3571 Anti-Aging/ Brain Health/ Wellness Bartholomew Construction (515) 989-0901 Contractor/Home Builder/ Remodeling Bartholomew Farms Ltd. (515) 249-1497 Individual Membership Bishop Electric (515) 989-0909 Contractor/ Electrical Bubba’s Washboard (515) 971-6017 Laundromat Cal’s Fine Food & Spirits (515) 989-2000 Restaurants/ Catering Carlisle Alumni Association (515) 212-4685 Alumni Association Carlisle Area Chamber of Commerce (515) 989-4216 Business Support/ Economic Development Carlisle Area Historical Society (515) 360-0981 History/ Museum/ Events/ Buffet Carlisle Auto Wash (515) 371-5115 Car Wash Carlisle Center for Wellness and Rehabilitation (515) 989-0871 Assisted Living/ Nursing Home/ Rehabilitation

Carlisle Chiropractic Clinic PC & Acupuncture (515) 989-0097 Chiropractor/ Acupuncture

Chad Johnson at Cross The T Photography Chad@crosstheTphotography.com Family/Weddings/Senior Photos

Carlisle Christian Church (515) 989-0176 Church

City of Carlisle (515) 989-3224 Government

Carlisle Citizen (515) 989-0525 Communications/ Publishing

Coldwell Banker Paula Mahnke (515) 224-3019 Real Estate

Carlisle Community Schools (515) 989-3589 Education Carlisle Dental (515) 989-0447 Dental Carlisle Girls Softball Association (515) 240-8670 Youth Organization Carlisle Little League (515) 480-7719 Youth Organization Carlisle Public Library (515) 989-0909 Library Carlisle Soccer Club (515) 306-7056 Youth Organization Carlisle True Value Hardware 515-259- 9872 Hardware Carlisle United Methodist Church (515) 989-3552 Church Carlisle Veterinary Clinic (515) 989-4075 Veterinarian Carlisle VFW – Post 2099 (515) 989-9394 Bar Casey’s General Store #14 (515) 989-4011 (515) 989-3153 Pizza Convenience Stores Casey’s General Store #1676 (515) 989-2016 (515) 989-0011 Pizza Convenience Stores Casey’s General Store #3404 (515) 989-4028 (515) 989-4035 Pizza Convenience Stores Central Iowa Insurance Services, Inc. (515) 989-0047 Insurance

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Communication Innovators (515) 262-7686 Voice, Data, Security and AV Services Contemporary Catering (515) 989-9080 Catering Crown Homes Andrew Long (515) 650-0723 Contractors/ Home Builders/ Remodeling Cryo Health and Wellness (515) 371-0659 Cryotherapy Cyber Solutions, LLC (641) 352-5290 Technology Solutions and Services D. Wright Construction (515) 989-0706 Contractor/General Dance 2 Xtreme d2xtreme@gmail.com Dance and Tumbling Instruction Dental Professionals, P.L.C. (515) 989-3180 Dental Edward Jones (515) 989-4100 Investments etc!graphics, Inc. (515) 989-0900 Advertising/ Signs Fareway Store, Inc. (515) 989-2083 Grocer Fiss’ Ice Cream • Subs • Salads (515) 989-0040 Restaurants/ Catering Four Seasons Floral (515) 989-0040 Florist/ Gifts Freedom Self Storage 24/7 (515) 809-1018 Storage

General Mills, Inc. (515) 346-3925 Manufacturing/ Food Goldsberry Giraffix 515-210-0118 Advertising/ Custom Apparel/ Promotion Items Goodhue-Nolte Insurance (515) 989-3200 Insurance Great Western Bank (515) 989-3255 Banks Greater Des Moines Partnership (515) 286-4950 Business Support/ Economic Development Greenwood’s Sewer Service (515) 989-2772 Sewer Service Heartland Co-op (515) 266-4215 Agribusiness Holy Cross Lutheran Church (515) 989-3841 Churches Hubbell Realty (515) 280-2059 Real Estate, Town Homes Hunter, Carroll and Wanda (515) 989-3330 Individual Membership Iowa Elevator Systems and Service, Inc. (515) 989-0679 Grain Storage/ Welding/ Crane Service Iowa Realty Company Inc. Stephany Goodhue (515) 720-9684 Real Estate Iowa Realty Company Inc. Andrew Long (515) 650-0723 Real Estate

MEMBER DIRECTORY

Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Warren County (515) 961-6237 Education

Record Herald and Indianola Tribune (515) 961-2511 Communication/ Publishing

Stuyvesant, Benton and Judisch (515) 989-3263 Attorneys

River Bottom Raceway (515) 975-8487 Tourist Attraction

Subway of Carlisle (515) 989-5262 Restaurants/ Catering

Roadside Tacos Food Truck & Catering (515) 943-8385 Restaurants/ Catering

Summerset Winery (515) 961-3545 Wineries/ Weddings/ European Tours

Roberts Heating and Cooling (515) 989-0106 Heating/ Cooling

TMC Auto Body (515) 989-0089 Automotive/ Repair

Sandstone Management (515) 989-0557 Construction/ Site Grading/ Photo from LaVille Mexican Restaurant Utilities

Uglee Lawn Service (515) 989-0911 Lawn Service Warren County Economic Development Corporation (515) 961-1067 Business Support/ Economic Development

James Oil Company, LLC (515) 989-3314 Petroleum Distributor Jenkins Garden Market & Landscaping 641) 891-1647 Trees/ Shrubs/ Plants Johnny & Mike’s Pizza (515) 989-0222 Restaurants/Catering LaVilla Mexican Restaurant (515) 528-9647 Restaurants/ Catering /Banquet Room Lee, Ethel (515) 494-6875 Individual Membership Lucky Nails (515) 664-0809 Nail Salon / Waxing McClure Engineering Company (515) 964-1229 Engineers

Watkins, Larry (515) 989-9999 Individual Membership Photo from Peter Kasper Woodworks

Webb’s RV Park (515) 989-0574 Campgrounds

NCPG, LLC dba National Playground Compliance (515) 989-0829 Construction/ Playgrounds

Sauter Automotive (515) 989-0089 Automotive/ Repair

Webster Creative (515) 681-2572 Graphic Design

Ohnemus Construction (515) 202-1805 Contractors/ Home Builders/ Remodeling

School Street Scholars Daycare (515) 989-4515 Day Care

Wildcat ABC Child Care (515) 989-3972 Daycare

Optometric Associates of Warren County, P.C. (515) 989-0889 Optometrists

Scotch Ridge, LLC. (515) 255-3306 Developers

P & E Engineering (515) 989-3083 Engineers

Medicap Pharmacy (515) 989-3216 Pharmacy

Peoples Bank (515) 989-3600 Banks

Mercy Carlisle Family Practice Clinic (515) 358-7300 Physicians

Peter Kasper Woodworks (319) 530-8030 Woodworking/ Custom Kitchens/ Art

Metro Waste Authority (515) 224-0021 Waste Management

Peterson Funeral Home (515) 989-3510 Funeral Home

MidAmerican Energy (515) 251-6444 Utility

Randleman House (515) 360-0981 Buffet/ Events/ Venue/ Tourist Attraction

Murphy Tower Service LLC (515) 989-9225 Communications/ Cellular

Three Rivers Community Church, Carlisle (515) 528-6070 Churches

Wildcat Chiropractic (515) 989-4335 Chiropractors

Scotch Ridge Vineyard (515) 989-4221 Agribusiness/ Grapes

Woodhouse & Lee Construction (515) 989-3893 Contractor/ Concrete

Snap Fitness (515) 989-2025 Fitness

Wright’s Auto Sales (515) 989-0760 Auto Sales

South Park Apartments (515) 707-1222 Apartments

Wyckoff Heating & Cooling (515) 287-6000 Heating/ Cooling

Spectrum Financial (515) 224-3306 Investments St. Elizabeth Seton Catholic Church (515) 989-6059 Churches Stadium View (515) 989-4169 Restaurants /Catering

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BUSINESS MIX

CHAMBER’S BUSINESS MIX Serves Carlisle, Iowa, the Nation and the World The vibrant and diverse business mix in Carlisle provides good jobs, has a positive economic impact on the community, and contributes to the quality lifestyle enjoyed by area residents. Take a look. Carlisle has a Fortune 500 manufacturer, General Mills, who produces most of the Bisquick®, and many tasty cookie mixes for the nation. The international exporter, Heartland Co-op, regularly ships grain to China, and well-known national brands such as Edward Jones, Snap Fitness, Subway, and True Value Hardware offer quality products and services in town. State-wide giants such as Casey’s, Fareway Stores, Inc., Iowa Realty, and Medicap Pharmacy, started in Iowa and now in dozens of states, are important members of our business community. We are proud of 70-year-old statewide petroleum distributor, James Oil Company, Inc. Our high-climbing, communications supplier, Murphy Tower Service and, award-winning entrepreneurs such as Carlisle Center for Wellness & Rehabilitation, Carlisle Veterinary Clinic, etc!graphics, Inc., Fiss’ Ice Cream • Subs • Salads, LaVilla Mexican Restaurant, and Sandstone Management deliver the finest medical, professional and construction services, as well as good things to eat. The Carlisle Chamber has a diverse and professional membership with experts in banking, health care, construction, home services, financial services, legal services, auto services, marketing, technology,

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entertainment, dining, and youth activities. Churches, organizations with tourist attractions and individual memberships round out the membership. The unique business mix of Carlisle Chamber members, along with our fine school system, where students rank high on every measure of academic performance and have tremendous opportunities to participate in the arts and athletics, is the catalyst for community growth and a strong local economy. Retaining and strengthening local businesses, as well as expanding the business community by concentrating on economic development, creates a tax base that pays for our schools and our city government, our public safety, and our parks and recreational opportunities. The business community supports a better quality of life for everyone in our community.

MEMBERSHIP BY CATEGORY ACUPUNCTURE Carlisle Chiropractic Clinic PC & Acupuncture Dr. Mark Gvist 204 S. First Street P.O. Box 133 Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 989-0097 mgvistdc@gmail.com www.carlisle-chiropractic.com/ www.facebook.com/ CarlisleChiropracticClinic/ ADVERTISING/CUSTOM APPAREL & PROMOTIONAL ITEMS Goldsberry Giraffix Connie Goldsberry/Travis Goldsberry P.O. Box 83 Hartford, Iowa 50118 (515)-210-0118 goldsberrygiraffix@q.com https://www.facebook.com/ goldsberry.giraffix ADVERTISING/SIGNS etc!graphics, Inc. Kevin Seiberling 150 First Street Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 989-0900 kevin@etcgraphics.com www.etcgraphics.com AGRIBUSINESS Heartland Co-op Mike Sibert 5550 SW 64th Avenue P.O. Box A Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 266-4215 msibert@heartlandcoop.com www.heartlandcoop.com Scotch Ridge Vineyard Greg Gruss 15234 Bluff Trail Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 989-4221 gggruss@mac.com ALUMNI ASSOCIATION Carlisle Alumni Association Judy Russell (515) 221.4685 judyarussell@gmail.com https://carlislealumni.wikispaces.com/ ANTI-AGING/ BRAIN HEALTH/ WELLNESS Nerium International Barbara Rasko, Brand Partner (515) 210-3571 BarbaraRasko@msn.com http://www.BarbaraRasko.Nerium.com APARTMENTS South Park Apartments John Gruebel P.O. Box 597 Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 707-1222 jandallc@gmail.com ASSISTED LIVING Carlisle Center for Assisted Living Kathy Beal 685 Cole Street Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 989-7022 (515) 989-7023 Fax ATTORNEYS Stuyvesant, Benton and Judisch Robert Stuyvesant 1005 Highway 5 P.O. Box 517 Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 989-3263 rlstuyvesant@qwestoffice.net

AUTOMOTIVE AJ’s Service Amy Craig 840 School Street P.O. Box 111 Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 989-2036 http://ajs-service.com/ Sauter Automotive (515) 989-0557 Chris and Beth Sauter 11 School Street P.O. Box 355 Carlisle, IA 50047 chris@sauterautomotive.com www.sauterautomotive.com TMC Auto Body Craig Peters 410 S. Garfield Street P.O. Box 187 Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 989-2798 (515) 989-2799 Fax CRAIGPTMC@hotmail.com www.tmcautobody.com Wright’s Auto Sales David Wright 325 Garfield Street P.O. Box 550 Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 989-0760 (515) 989-0866 Dwright1956@aol.com BANKS Great Western Bank Shannon Daniels 100 First Street P.O. Box D Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 989-3255 (515) 989-3259 Fax Shannon.Daniels@greatwesternbank.com www.greatwesternbank.com Peoples Bank Janie Norton 2720 Gateway Drive P.O. Box 810 Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 989-3600 515-989-2653 Fax janien@mybankpsb.com www.mybankpsb.com TruBank Keith Welling 1401 N. Jefferson Way P.O. Box 257 Indianola, IA 50125 (515) 961-5880 (515) 961-6188 Fax kwelling@trubank/bank trubank.bank.org BARS Carlisle VFW – Post 2099 Jamie Pratt 34 School Street P.O. Box 532 Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 989-9394 jdogpratt@gmail.com BUSINESS SUPPORT/ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Carlisle Area Chamber of Commerce Barbara Rasko P.O. Box 487 27 School Street Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 989-4216 BRasko@carlisleiachamber.org www.carlisleiachamber.org

GREATER DES MOINES PARTNERSHIP Meg Schneider 700 Locust St., Suite 100 Des Moines, IA 50309 (515) 286-4950 mschneider@desmoinesmetro.com www.desmoinesmetro.com WARREN COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION Rachel Gocken 111 N. Buxton Indianola, IA 50125 (515) 961-1067 rgocken@wcedc.com www.wcedc.com CAMPGROUNDS Webb’s RV Park Dale Webb 22905 Buchanan Trail Hartford, IA 50018 (515) 989-0574 websrvpark@qwestoffice.net CAR WASH Carlisle Auto Wash Brian Winslow Highway 5 Frontage Road Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 371-5115 CATERING Contemporary Catering Kent Kearney 60 School Street P.O. Box 178 Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 989-9080 contemporarycatering@gmail.com CHIROPRACTORS Carlisle Chiropractic Clinic PC & Acupuncture Dr. Mark Gvist 204 S. First Street P.O. Box 133 Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 989-0097 mgvistdc@gmail.com www.carlisle-chiropractic.com/ Wildcat Chiropractic Dr. Kyle Thrap 125 1st Street Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 989-4335 www.wildcatchiro.com https://www.facebook.com/ WildcatChiropractic/ CHURCHES Carlisle Christian Church Rev. Cliff Haider 305 Market Street Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 989-0176 www.carlislechristianchurch.com Carlisle United Methodist Church Rev. John Dodds 405 School Street Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 989-3552 carlisleumc@q.com https://www.facebook.com/ Carlisle-United-MethodistChurch-308171368794/ Holy Cross Lutheran Church Rev. Kevin Johnson 1040 Market Street Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 989-3841 johnsonknc@aol.com www.holycrosscarlisle.org St. Elizabeth Seton Catholic Church Father James Kirby 2566 Scotch Ridge Road Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 989-0659 steliz256@q.com www.stelizabethcarlisle.com

Warren County Economic Development Business of the Year: Carlisle True Value Three Rivers Community Church Pastor C.J. Nissen Carlisle Recreation Center 1220 S. 5th Street Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 528-6070 cj@threeriverscarlisle.com www.threeriverscarlisle.com COMMUNICATIONS/ CELLULAR Murphy Tower Service, LLC Pat Murphy 20220 Highway 5 Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 989-9225 patm@murphytower.com www.murphytower.com COMMUNICATIONS/ PUBLISHING Carlisle Citizen Sara Davis 210 S. First Street Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 989-0525 news@carlislecitizen.com Record Herald & Indianola Tribune Amy Duncan/Steve Danielson 112 N. Howard Street Indianola, IA 50125 (515) 961-2511 aduncan@registermedia.com www.indianolarecordherald.com CONTRACTORS/ CONCRETE Woodhouse & Lee Construction Tom Woodhouse 17923 Cleveland Street Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 989-0574 wandlconstruction@gmail.com CONSTRUCTION/ PLAYGROUNDS NPCG, LLC. Dba National Playground Compliance Amy Dickson 205 S. Garfield Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 989-0829 amy@playgroundcompliance.com www.Npcg.typepad.com CONSTRUCTION/ ELEVATORS Iowa Elevator Systems and Service Rod Blackford 225 Garfield Street P.O. Box 195 Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 989-0679 info@iowaelevatorsystems.com http://www.iowaelevatorsystems.com/ CONTRACTORS/ ELECTRICAL Bishop Electric Jerry Bishop 130 S. Garfield P.O. Box 448 Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 989-0909 jerry@bishopelectricinc.com

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MEMBERSHIP BY CATEGORY CONTRACTORS/ GENERAL D. Wright Construction Dane Wright 325 Garfield Avenue Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 989-0706 dwrightconst@gmail.com CONTRACTORS/ HOME BUILDERS/ REMODELING Bartholomew Construction Don Bartholomew 200 School Street P.O. Box BB Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 989-0901 dbc200@msn.com Crown Homes Andrew Long PO Box 418 Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 650-0723 www.crownhomes.build Ohnemus Construction Troy Ohnemus 2740 183rd Avenue Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 202-1805 (515) 989-0155 ohneusconstruction@yahoo.com CONSTRUCTION/SITE GRADING AND UTILITIES Sandstone Management Brandon Van Vleet 15 School Street P.O. Box 547 Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 989-0557 (515) 989-4447 Fax Brandon@sandstonemgmt.com www.sandstonemgmt.com CONVENIENCE STORES Casey’s General Store #14 Melinda Brooks-Carrel 105 Highway 5 Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 989-4011 (515) 989-3153 Pizza www.caseys.com Casey’s General Store #1676 Terry Thompson 1001 highway 5 Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 989-2016 (515) 989-0011 Pizza www.caseys.com Casey’s General Store #3404 Aren Mears 1020 Gateway Drive Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 989-4028 (515) 989-4035 Pizza www.caseys.com CRYOTHERAPY Cryo Health and Wellness Gerilynn Shinn Shaye Watermeulen 125 North 1st Street Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 371-0659 cryohealthandwellness@gmail.com cryohealthwellness.com DANCE/ TUMBLING INSTRUCTION Dance 2 Xtreme Kendra Mestdagh 85 School Street Carlisle, IA 50047 D2xdance@gmail.com www.dance2xtreme.com

DAY CARE School Street Scholars Daycare Lindsay Goldsberry 80 School Street Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 989-4515 schoolstcares@aol Wildcat ABC Day Care 405 School Street Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 989-3972 DENTAL Carlisle Dental Dr. Phil West 500 S. Second Street Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 989-0447 Dental Professionals, P.L.C. Dr. John Vespa 65 School Street Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 989-3180 (515) 989-2071 Fax dentalprofessionalsplc@hotmail.com www.dentalprofessionalsplc.com DEVELOPER Scotch Ridge, LLC. Bill Elson (515) 255-3306 EDUCATION Carlisle Community School Superintendent Bryce Amos 430 School Street Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 989-3589 bryce.amos@carlislecsd.org www.carlislecsd.org Iowa State Extension and Outreach Warren County Cortney Garrington 909 E. 2nd Avenue, Suite E Indianola, IA 50125 (515) 961-6237 (515) 91-6017 Fax cortneyg@iastate.edu www.extension.iastate.edu/Warren ENGINEERS McClure Engineering Company Jeff Schug 1360 N.W. 121st Street Clive, IA 50325 (515) 964-1229 (515) 964-2370 Fax jschug@mecresults.com www.mecresults.com P & E Engineering Al Powers 245 S. Fifth Street P.O. Box 620 Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 989-3083 (515) 989-3138 Fax arpowers@peengr.com www.peengr.com FAMILY/WEDDINGS/SENIOR PHOTOS Chad Johnson at Cross The T Photography Chad@crosstheTphotography.com FITNESS Snap Fitness Suzanne Askelsen 115 N. First Street Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 989-2025 Carlisle@snapfitness.com www.snapfitness.com/carlisle FLORIST/ GIFTS Four Seasons Floral Lavena Owens 50 School Street Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 989-0040

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FUNERAL HOME Peterson Funeral Home Jon Peterson 415 School Street P.O. Box 488 Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 989-3510 petersonfuneral@hotmail.com www.petersonfuneralservice.com/ GOVERNMENT City of Carlisle Andrew Lent 195 N. First Street P.O. Box 140 Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 989-3224 (515) 989-4395 Fax alent@carlisleiowa.org www.carlisleiowa.org City of Carlisle Mayor Ruth Randleman 195 N. First Street P.O. Box 140 Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 989-3224 (515) 989-4395 Fax ruthrandleman@aol.com www.carlisleiowa.org GRAPHIC DESIGNER Kelly Webster Webster Creative 117 N. Buxton, Ste A Indianola, Iowa 50125 515.681.2572 kwebstercreative@gmail.com www.webstercreative.me GROCER Fareway Stores, Inc. Matt Monson 1115 Bluestem Drive Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 989-2083 u1471@farewaystores.com www.Fareway.com HARDWARE STORE Carlisle True Value Hardware Kelly Wentzel 190 North 1st St. Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 259- 9872 kellywentzel@truevalue.net http://ww3.truevalue.com/ carlisletruevalue/Home.aspx HAIR STUDIO AvaLayne Hair Studio Kimberly Meador 220 S. 1st street Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 689-0010 https://www.facebook.com/ Avalaynehair/ HEATING AND COOLING Roberts Heating, Cooling & Plumbing Andrew Roberts 290 S. First Street P.O. Box 366 Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 989-0106 (515) 243-7800 HVACRoberts@yahoo.com www.robertsheatingandcooling.com Wyckoff Heating and Cooling Job Cooper, Andy Wyckoff 95 Highway 5 P.O. Box 700 Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 287-6000 (515) 287-6539 job@wyckoffind.com www.wyckoffind.com HISTORY/ MUSEUM/ EVENTS/ BUFFET Carlisle Area Historical Society (515) 360-0981 http://cahs.webs.com/

INDEPENDENT SENIOR APARTMENTS Carlisle Center for Independent Living Kathy Beal, Director 695 Cole Street Carlisle, Iowa 50047 (515) 989-3124 INDIVIDUAL MEMBERSHIPS Bartholomew Farms Ltd. Rob Bartholomew 210 Garfield Street Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 249-1497 balloonsoveriowa@wildblue.net Hunter, Carroll & Wanda 1900 Normandy Drive Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 989-3330 Lee, Ethel 810 Stuart Street Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 494-6875 Watkins, Larry 5640 S.E. 68th Ave Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 989-9999 INSURANCE Central Iowa Insurance Services, Inc. Todd Isley/Carroll Isley 120 S. First Street P.O. BOX 150 Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 989-0047 info@centraliowains.com www.centraliowains.com Goodhue-Nolte Insurance Paul Nolte 100 Highway 5 P.O. Box 1000 Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 989-3200 paul@goodhuenolte.com www.goodhuenolte.com INVESTMENTS Edward Jones Joe Schettler 90 Highway 5 P.O. Box 462 Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 989-4100 Joseph.schettler@edwardjones.com www.edward-jones.com Spectrum Financial Services Bill Elson 3705 Grand Avenue Des Moines, IA 50312 (515) 255-3306 www.sfsplanners.com/ LAUNDROMAT Bubba’s Washboard Matt Olson 125 Garfield Street Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 971-6017 TripleMProperties@msn.com LAWN SERVICE UgLee Lawn Service Chris Lee 1020 Woodland Drive Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 979-6465 ugleelawn@gmail.com LIBRARY Carlisle Public Library Stacy Goodhue 135 School Street P.O. Box S Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 989-0909 (515) 989-4328 sgoodhue@carlisle.lib.ia.us www.carlisleiowa.org

MEMBERSHIP BY CATEGORY MANUFACTURING/ FOOD General Mills, Inc. Kellan Longenecker 6101 S.E. 52nd Street Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 262-9353 (515) 346-3922 Kellan.Longenecker@genmills.com www.generalmills.com NAIL SALON/ WAXING Lucky Nails 230 S. 1st Street Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 664-0809 https://www.facebook.com/ luckynailscarlisleia/ NURSING HOME/REHABILITATION Carlisle Center for Wellness and Rehabilitation 680 Cole Street Carlisle, IA 50047 Admission Inquiry # (515) 202-9366 OPTOMETRISTS Optometric Associates of Warren County, P.C. Dr. Craig Winjum 55 School Street P.O. Box 265 Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 989-0889 http://www.yelp.com/biz/optometricassociates-of-warren-county-pccarlisle PETROLEUM DISTRIBUTOR James Oil Company, LLC Scott James 110 S. Garfield Street P.O. Box 328 Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 989-3314 (515) 989-9370 Fax sjames@jamesoil.com www.jamesoil.com PHARMACY Medicap Pharmacy Pamela Goode 800 School Street Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 989-3261 (515) 989-4140 Fax 8247@medicap.com www.medicap.com/carlisle PHYSICAL THERAPY 21st Century Rehab, P.C. Rebecca Phillips 130 N. First Street P.O. Box 542 Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 989-0100 (515)989-0195 Fax Carlisle@21stcenturyrehab.com www.21stcenturyrehab.com PHYSICIANS Mercy Carlisle Family Practice Clinic Jennifer Olson DO Marvin Huff DO JoEllen Heims DO Jessica Rogers NP Brady Gerber PA 2755 South Gateway Drive Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 358-7300 jolson4@mercydesmoines.org REAL ESTATE Coldwell Banker Mid-American Group Paula Mahnke 1401 50th Street, Suite 105 West Des Moines, IA 50266 (515) 224-3019 (515) 244-8899 Fax Paula.mahnke@coldwellbankermag.com www.PaulaMahnke.com

Hubbell Realty Joe Pietruszynski 6900 Westown Parkway West Des Moines, IA 50266 (515) 280-2059 joe@hubbellrealty.com Iowa Realty Company. Inc. Andrew Long 1265 Lyle Murphy Drive Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 650-0723 andrewlong@ iowarealty.com andrewlong.iowarealty.com Iowa Realty Company. Inc. Stephany Goodhue 7105 S.E. 52nd Street Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 720-9684 stephanygoodhue@iowarealty.com RESTAURANTS/ CATERING Back Alley Smokehouse John Plumb 90 School Street Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 989-4410 www.facebook.com/Back-AlleySmokehouse-505269519496649/ Cal’s Fine Food & Spirits Cal Leonard 20 Vine Street P.O. Box 537 Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 989-5200 Calsfinefood@hotmail.com Fiss’ Ice Cream•Subs • Salads Tom Thiel 120 Highway 5 Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 989-0040 pollythiel@gmail.com Johnny & Mike’s Pizza Johnny Cataldo 120 S First Street, Suite B Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 989-0222 https://www.facebook.com/Johnnyand-Mikes-Pizza-226158942417/ LaVilla Mexican Restaurant Luis Hernendez 30 School Street P.O. Box 125 Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 528-9647 https://www.facebook.com/La-VillaMexican-Restaurant-in-CarlisleIA-824900247591334/ Roadside Tacos Grant Montour (515) 989-0106 https://www.facebook.com/ roadsidetacos Stadium View Patti Isley 130 S. First Street, Suite A Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 989-4169 spazpat@aol.com Subway of Carlisle Craig Olson 1105 Scotch Ridge Road Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 989-5262 mdyer7671@aol.com www.subway.com SEWER SERVICES Greenwood’s Sewer Service Michael Greenwood / Linda Greenwood PO Box 21086 Des Moines, IA 50321 (515) 989-2772 greenwoodscorp@aol.com

STORAGE Freedom Self Storage 24/7 Jim Widmann 3000 Gateway Drive Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 809-1018 freedomselfstorage@gmail.com www.freedomselfstoragecarlisle.net/ TECHNOLOGY SYSTEMS AND SOLUTIONS Cyber Solutions Lynn Schattner 1210 Blue Bonnet Drive Carlisle, IA 50047 (641) 352-5290 info@getcybersolutions.com www.getcybersolutions.com TOURISM Antique Tractor Showcase Don Russell 55 Main Street Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 321-9275 Carlisle Area Historical Society The Randleman House Carol Murphy 245 Pennsylvania Street P.O. Box 137 Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 360-0981 http://cahs.webs.com/ River Bottom Raceway Doug Baber Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 975-8487 http://www.cilmra.com/ TREES/ SHRUBS/ PLANTS Jenkins Garden Market & Landscaping Joe Jenkins 1054 150th Avenue Carlisle, IA 50047 (641) 891-1647 joe@jenkinsgardenmarket.com https://www.facebook.com/ jenkinsgardenmarket/ UTILITY MidAmerican Energy Kathryn Kunert 4299 N.W. Urbandale Drive Urbandale, IA 50322 (515) 251-6444 (515) 252-6410 knkunert@midamerican.com www.midamericanenergy.com VENUES, TOURIST ATTRACTION Randleman House Carol Murphy 245 Pennsylvania Street P.O. Box 137 Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 360-0981 Summerset Winery Ron Mark 15101 Fairfax Street Indianola, IA 50125 (515) 961-3545 hello@summersetwine.com www.summersetwine.com VETERINARIAN Avondale Veterinarians Health Care Complex Dr. Denny Woodruff 4318 S.E. Army Post Road Des Moines, IA 50320 (515) 262-6111 (515) 262-6017 Fax Dwoodruff10@mchsi.com www.avondalevet.com Carlisle Veterinary Clinic Dr. Kylie Sloan 550 S. Second Street Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 989-4075 carlisleveterinaryclinic@gmail.com www.carlisleveterinaryclinic.com/

VOICE, DATA, SECURITY AND AV SYSTEMS Communication Innovators Kirk Glawe 1301 Northeast 56th Street P.O. Box 57037 Pleasant Hill, IA 50317 (515) 262-7686 (515) 262-7896 Fax (800) 424-5168 http://www.gotoci.com/ WASTE MANAGEMENT Metro Waste Authority Michael McCoy 300 East Locust, Suite 100 Des Moines, IA 50309 (515) 244-0021 (515) 244-9477 Fax Mmc@mwatoday.com www.mwatoday.com WINERIES, WEDDINGS, LIVE MUSIC Summerset Winery Ron Mark 15101 Fairfax Street Indianola, IA 50125 (515) 961-3545 hello@summersetwine.com www.summersetwine.com WOODWORKING/ CUSTOM KITCHENS/ ART Peter Kasper Woodworks Peter Kasper 7414 S.E. 52nd Street Carlisle, IA 50047 (319) 530-8030 https://www.facebook.com/ PeterKasperWoodworks/ YOUTH ORGANIZATIONS Carlisle Girls Softball Association P.O. Box 361 Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 240-8670 www.carlislesoftball.org Carlisle Little League P.O. Box 566 Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 480-7719 www.carlislelittleleague.org Carlisle Soccer Cub P.O. Box 254 Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 989-1527 www.carlislesoccer,.org

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Strong History of Professional Services

HISTORY OF CARLISLE

Rich with Fine Merchants Who Employed and Served Residents

Edd Young (1862-1916) was the first known undertaker in Carlisle and did business from 1887 until at least 1910. Photo: Carlisle Area Historical Society (CAHS) Today, the members of the Carlisle Area Chamber of Commerce are the backbone of the business community in Carlisle. With the goals of continuing to provide meaningful employment for local residents and improving their offerings of products and services to the community, while generating a profit and creating a good life for their families, Carlisleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s business men and women, educators, city servants, and non-profits, stay up-to-date on the latest in their own industries, as well as pursuing professional growth and invaluable business know-how through their involvement with the Chamber. Before Carlisle, when Iowa became a state, a little community existed on the river beginning in the winter of 1846-7. It was called Dudley. On January 8, 1850, Jeremiah Church established the Post Office and was also the first merchant in Dudley, along with early shopkeepers, Abraham and Jack Shoemaker. Dr. W.H. Ward was the first Doctor. Early on Dudley had the Pork House where pork was packed in barrels and sent

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John Smith Livery around 1916 on School Street next to the Carlisle Hotel (showing on the left). Photo: CAHS down river by steamboat, with the intent of selling to the towns along the Mississippi. Dudley sat on the Des Moines River and the Great Flood of 1851 changed everything for the Pork House and the town of Dudley. The town, and its young businesses moved two miles west to the homestead of Jerry Church, and was renamed Carlisle. Scotch Ridge United Methodist Church was the first in the county in

Strong History of Professional Services

1900s street scene painted by Phyllis McClain Nelson and used by permission of the Carlisle Area Historical Society. Business fronts can be seen including Beauchamp’s, the Carlisle Hotel, Depot and Lumber yard.

1853. In June, 1856, a flour mill was built at a cost of $10,500. Mr. W.H. Randleman operated a general store which housed the post office at First and School Street. The Great Western Stage Coach Company brought customers, and the mail, a five hour trip from Indianola to Carlisle to Des Moines. Scotch Ridge Country School was first built in 1859. Rail service arrived in 1879, and the first long distance telephone line was built from Indianola to Carlisle in 1898. By 1911 three people owned automobiles on Scotch

Carlisle Hotel. Photo: CAHS

Ridge (2 ordered from Sears) and frequent trips were made by thrifty, up-to-date, well-to-do farmers, dairymen and stock raisers to Carlisle to shop, see the doctor, buy medicine, consult with the veterinarian, and visit with friends and neighbors. Today, companies like Goodhue-Nolte Insurance, a third-generation family-owned business which opened in 1932, and James Oil, Inc., started by Robert James in 1947, link the past to present day Carlisle. The long tradition of professional services, and the commitment “to treat customers right” have earned business for locally-owned companies generation after generation.

Carlisle School, burned 1918. Photo: CAHS

The professionals in Carlisle have been meeting as a Chamber of Commerce since 1990, and prior to that, The Businessmen’s Luncheon was the place to discuss business over delicious home-cooked meals and pie. Today’s Chamber members, including our newest, have dreams and action plans, determined to join the long list of successful businesses in the Carlisle area.

James Oil Co.

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MEDICAL SERVICES

MEDICAL AND HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONALS

Support Well-Being for Area Residents

Carlisle Chiropractic Clinic. Mercy Carlisle Family Practice Clinic opened their new facility in 2016. Photo: Barbara Rasko

Wellness and a sense of well-being in mind, body and spirit is a top priority in Carlisle from professionals who want people to experience a real joy in living. Putting illness, disease, injury, depression, pain, and the effects of old age behind patients is the goal of the health care and related specialists and service providers in Carlisle, Indianola and the Des Moines Metro. Carlisle health and wellness providers offer acupuncture, chiropractic, dental and eye care, pain relief, and physical therapy. The pharmacy offers a variety of health

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care services. Health and nutrition information and classes are available through Iowa State Education and Outreach Warren County. A variety of programs to help people get in and stay in shape are available through the City, Carlisle Schools, and Snap Fitness. The two bike trails in Carlisle, The Carlisle Nature Trail and Summerset Bike Trail, encourage biking, hiking and fresh air. Area churches offer spiritual and social services support, and a local food pantry is in place to help feed the hungry, with no regard for age or circumstances. Finally, those needing quality long-term care, assisted living or nursing home care will find it in Carlisle.

BANKING & RETAIL

FRIENDLY, PROFESSIONAL PERSONAL SERVICE

Hallmark of Carlisle’s Restaurants, Banks, Insurance providers, and Retailers Men and women enjoy being pampered at Lucky Nails. Photo Submitted.

Carlisle’s retailers are also focused on providing goods and services that meet the needs of Carlisle area residents. Most of Carlisle’s business owners live in the area and are some of the folks you will see at school and sporting events, in church and in local restaurants. They want to provide you with the best service, products and services when you walk into their mom and pop, regional or national chain store. Whether you are in need of home, auto, business, farm, organization, umbrella or apartment or stored goods insurance, the friendly and professional insurance providers here can get the quotes and help you make the best decision.

In Carlisle, your banker can call you by name and take care of your banking needs in person. You can also access the drive up tellers and Automatic Teller Machines (ATM) in town, or on your way home from work in Des Moines or Indianola, or use online banking services from your office, home or phone. No matter how you choose to pay your bills, make deposits, transfer money, of finance your dreams, Carlisle’s banks are ready to serve. The offerings in Carlisle continue to expand as new businesses come to town. Entrepreneurs, local and national businesses see the potential for success in Carlisle, and they are on their way!

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HOUSING AND CONSTRUCTION

CARLISLE

Has Grown Over The Last 55 Years Carlisle has consistently grown over the last 55 years, and is now a thriving community of 5.56 square miles that continues to grow at a controlled rate. Over the last 10 years, Carlisle has joined with various partners and done the necessary work to get ready for major development. Those efforts are paying off as new businesses are coming to town and more housing options are in place. At the present time there are 28 single family and 4 townhome lots available in 3 residential developments. Another 184 lots are being planned. • These include the beautiful “Hubbell Conservation Community”, a residential development featuring nature trails, a reduction in impervious surfaces, and an emphasis on natural habitat and landscaping that reinvigorate the natural ecosystem. • The elegance of “Randleman Ridge and Randleman Ridge Townhomes” offer a wide range of homes and exceptional community features. • Hubbell Construction has completed 22 duplex townhomes in Dannamere Village Townhomes. Carlisle Community Schools recently installed synthetic turf in the Dr. Doane Hakes Memorial Stadium, created a new 114 car parking lot, installed a new scoreboard

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and in 2017 is beginning construction on upgrades to the band room and other areas of the high school. Major projects such as the new Fareway store, the Carlisle True Value Hardware store, and the Downtown Sign on Highway 5. Photo: Barbara Rasko 3rd Casey’s, along with the construction of the Scotch Ridge Nature Trail, new homes starting on an almost daily rate, a growing community school district population and new businesses opening in the downtown area has breathed new life into this metro suburb. The Scotch Ridge Business Park and Gateway Business Park offer medium-size and larger development sites for businesses to choose from, and there are options downtown and around the community for retail and commercial as well. The Carlisle Chamber has a number of contractors and members in the building trades. They have good reputations and are known for quality work.

AGRIBUSINESS

is BIG BUSINESS in the Carlisle Area As a suburb of Des Moines, Carlisle sits in the midst of farm country. The small town residents are used to school buses traversing the area, watching for slow-moving farm equipment in the spring, and following semis of grain on the way to the elevator in the fall. There are other examples of Carlisleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s agribusiness chamber members that might not be quite so obvious. From agricultural production on farms and vineyards, to chemicals, breeding, distribution, processing, veterinarian services, education, loans, grants, marketing and retail, the rural residents and chamber members on farms and acreages, and the supporting agribusiness surrounding Carlisle, are important to the areaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s financial success. Heartland Co-op has a grain storage capacity of 5,381,000 bushel and ships Iowa grain by rail to worldwide customers that delivers optimal returns for their owner members. The care for farm animals and family pets ranges from annual shots and wellness programs to assistance at birth to surgery at Avondale Veterinary Health Care Complex and the Carlisle Veterinary Clinic.

Photo from Iowa Elevator Systems

James Oil Company delivers petroleum to the field, homes, service stations, businesses and airports in the form of gasoline, diesel fuel, biodiesel, lubricants, aviation fuel or heating oil. Scotch Ridge Vineyard plants and tends vines and harvests native and cold-hearty grapes used in popular local wines. General Mills, one of two operations in Iowa, is a hightech flour milling and mix plant operation, where the focus every day is on food safety for consumers and plant safety for the employees. The Iowa State University Extension and Outreach recently celebrated 100 years of delivering researchbased educational programs and workshops to youth, parents, the elderly, child care providers, homeowners, farmers, growers, small business owners, city leaders, schools and college students. From 4-H to baby-sitting clinics to Master Gardener classes to classes on grape growing, pesticide applicator training and farm leasing meetings, ISU Extension continues its long tradition of serving the residents of this area.

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SCHOOLS

WELCOME TO

Carlisle Schools

The Carlisle Community School District is an exciting place to be. Opportunities are numerous for the more than 2100 students who make up the Carlisle School Community. The Carlisle Community includes quality, caring teachers, dedicated staff and supportive families. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s great a place to live and learn. Each year, evidence of academic progress and quality of instruction will be visible throughout our buildings and on our website. We are proud of the comprehensive programming we are able to offer all students in the areas of academics, the arts and athletics. Patrons take great pride in our educational program and student achievement. More than 80 percent of our graduates go on to some form of postsecondary pathway. Our students rank high at state and conference levels on every measure of academic performance. Our faculty and staff strive constantly to provide a world-class education for our students.

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SCHOOLS

We are working hard to remove any ceilings on student progress and achievement, providing increasingly advanced coursework and instruction at all levels. Carlisle is one of only a few districts in the state to provide a comprehensive K-12 STEM program for students. Learning and continuous improvement is always our focus at Carlisle. In addition to academics, Carlisle Schools features a successful extra and co-curricular programs. Our growing vocal, band and related arts programs perform at the highest levels. Athletically, students compete at the Class 3A level for statewide purposes and are a member of the Raccoon River Conference. Whatever your child’s interest may be, Carlisle Schools provides opportunities for success and growth. Community support has provided the district the opportunity to continue growing programs and improving our facilities for our students. The list is long, and the ways to be involved and support the district are numerous. Enjoy the experience – get involved with your school. We welcome your feedback and your participation – call, email, or stop at our central office to get information. Be a part of the Carlisle family.

Photo: Chad Johnson at Cross the T Photography

Photo: Submitted By Carlisle High School

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SCHOOLS

Photo: Chad Johnson at Cross the T Photography

DID YOU KNOW? Carlisle Community Schools Serves the communities of Palmyra, Easter Lake, Avon, Carlisle, Hartford and portions of southeast Des Moines. • 2150 students enrolled and attending 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school and 1 high school

Photo: Chad Johnson at Cross the T Photography

• 91 students enrolled in DMACC Career Academy programs • 2375 college credits earned

Elementary Students

• 95% of graduates attend a post-secondary institution or serve active military

• 97% of PK-3rd graders missed less than 10 percent of the school year

• 77% of students involved in extra-curricular activities at CHS

• 209,759 hours PK-3rd graders read last summer

• 2014-2015 Raccoon River Conference All-Sports Champions

High School Students

• Raccoon River Conference Team Championships and 71 all-league or district performers

• $1,685,970 amount of scholarship money awarded to Carlisle High School graduates last year • $47,350 monetary gifts presented by Dollars for Scholars to graduation seniors in 2015 • Average composite ACT Score 22.8 • Top 10 among all central Iowa high school on Iowa assessments of math and reading • Top 42 on the Iowa AP Index

• 201 Raccoon River academic All-Conference Students • 21 Stand-outs named in extra-curricular activities • 2147 community service hours 19 seniors accumulated, earning each the silver cord honor at graduation • 1807 food items donated to local food pantry by student-council led effort

• 91 students taking advanced placement classes • 155 advanced placement courses taken

Teachers • 1236 total years teaching experience • $650,000 TLC Grant for teacher leadership & compensation plan.

Dollars for Scholars Scholarship Winners. Photo: Chad Johnson at Cross the T Photography

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Photo: Chad Johnson at Cross the T Photography

CHURCHES

AREA CHURCHES

Welcome You!

HELP FIGHT HUNGER AND NEED IN THE CARLISLE AREA The Carlisle Food Pantry is at Holy Cross Lutheran Church. Christian Community in Action (CCA) Carlisle school district only (Carlisle, Avon Lake, Easter Lake, Hartford, Palmyra) Kayla Price 989-0625

Avon Community Church Old Avon- 5975 SE 46th Street Route 1, Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 266-7926 Avoncommunitychurch22@gmail.com http://www.avoncommchurch.com/

CALL FOR HELP with partial deposit, rent, food, utility, Christmas gifts & food and the local food pantry Middle River Friends Church 4057 S23rd Street, Carlisle, IA 50947 (515) 989-3319 www.middleriverfriends.org

Carlisle Christian Church 305 Market Street, Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 989-0176 www.carlislechristianchurch.com

Missionary Baptist Church 615 Highway 5, Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 989-3801 www.missionarybaptist-carlisle.com

Carlisle United Methodist Church 405 School Street, Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 989-3552 www.facebook.com/Carlisle-UMC-118121161573713/

Scotch Ridge United Presbyterian Church 1301 Scotch Ridge United Presbyterian (515) 287-2162 www.facebook.com/ScotchRidgePCUSA

Community United Presbyterian Church 315 North Vine Street Hartford, IA 50118 (515) 989-3426 www.hartford.upc.org Holy Cross Lutheran Church, LCMS 1040 Market Street, Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 989-3841 www.holycrosscarlisle.org

St. Elizabeth Seton Catholic Church 256 Scotch Ridge Road Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 989-0659 www.stelizabethcarlisle.com Three Rivers Community Church Carlisle Recreation Center 1220 S. 5th Street, Carlisle, IA (515) 528-6070 www.threeriverscarlisle.com

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS

COMMUNITY CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Check www.carlisleiachamber.org or www.carlisleiowa.org and www.carlislecsd.org and www.summersetwine.com/ for details and additional events. AUGUST REGULAR MEETINGS Carlisle Area Chamber of Commerce Quarterly: January, April, August, December

Chamber’s Golf Outing Heartland Challenge: The Premier ATV Endurance Race

Carlisle City Council 6:30 p.m., 2nd and 4th Mondays

SEPTEMBER Carlisle Picker’s with a Side of Bacon by (CAA)

Carlisle Community Schools Board 6:00 p.m., 2nd Monday

Homecoming Chili Supper

Carlisle Public Library Board 7:30 p.m., 2nd Thursday

Chamber’s PumpkinFest

Hartford City Council 6:30 p.m., 3rd Thursday Randleman House Breakfast Buffet, 8:30 – 10:00 a.m., 4th Saturday Summerset Winery tours, tastings, and live music every week. JANUARY Chamber’s Annual Dinner Opening Day Legislative Reception Alumni Night with Athletic Hall of Fame induction FEBRUARY Father/Daughter Dance Carlisle Alumni Association (CAA) Summerset Winery’s Valentine Ball with Dinner and Dance MARCH APRIL PEACH Affair MAY Dollars for Scholars Awards Ceremony JUNE Community Golf Tournament and Annual Alumni Banquet (CAA) JULY Fourth of July Celebration and Parade Alumni All Class Bash/ Dance (CAA) Warren County Fair www.warrencofair.com

OCTOBER Carlisle Cities Week Car Show (CAA)

6th Grade Band at PumpkinFest. Photo: Barbara Rasko

NOVEMBER Veterans Day Assembly at Carlisle Schools DECEMBER Chamber’s Light Up Carlisle Photos with Santa Victorian Christmas Tea, Randleman House Warren County Chamber Member’s Legislative Luncheon

GET OUTSIDE AND PLAY:

Making Memories One Great Experience at a Time in Carlisle www.carlisleiowa.org Summerset Trail: Bike, rollerblade, jog, walk, birding, watch for wildlife the 12 miles from Carlisle to Indianola. Webb’s RV Park: Full RV Hookups, tent camping, hiking. Carlisle Nature Trail: Enjoy a trip through town from the Summerset Trail head through Scotch Ridge Nature Park to the bridge crossing North River. Garden: Chamber’s Beautification Program, Park Flower Beds, citizen lawns and gardens, Master Gardeners. Aquatic Center: swim, slide, play, enjoy snacks. Picnic on the Randleman House Lawn. Get excited at the National Lawnmower Races and the Heartland Challenge ATV Races.

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MmMmGOOD-hue Pumpkins at PumpkinFest. Photo: Barbara Rasko

Listen to live music and dance at Summerset Winery, or pick and stomp grapes.

Feed the birds in your own back yard.

Take part in the Library’s Fun Walk/Run.

Volunteer to help with youth events or sports, to weed the flower beds at North Park, or to help seniors with yard work.

Stroll through the parks and enjoy the beautiful flowers and gardens or take time for a picnic. Take photographs of the beautiful views. View the Veterans Memorial Honor Roll at North Park. Fish for trout or practice at the shooting range at Banner Lakes at Summerset State Park. Camp, fish, hike, boat or swim at Lake Ahquabi State park. Watch or participate in sports: Baseball, batting cage, softball, soccer, football, volleyball.

Study the ecosystems at Scotch Ridge Center.

Take a bike ride and end up at the Patio at Cal’s Fine Food or Stadium View. Wear your costume in the parade and carve a pumpkin for the contest at PumpkinFest.

STAY UP TO DATE WITH THE ACTIVITIES IN THE AREA. Just “Like” Us Carlisle Iowa Chamber of Commerce on Facebook.

MAKING MEMORIES IN CARLISLE

MAKING MEMORIES in Carlisle

JohnsrudTransport, Inc. brought this patriotic salute to honor area Veterans during Carlisleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 4th of July parade. For information on attending or participating in the annual event, contact Ronda Frost at (515) 707-2020.

Jellyfish at PumpkinFest. Photo: Barbara Rasko

Citizens are reviewing the Community Visioning Project Drawings. Photo: Patty Reisinger

Carlisle Veterinary Clinicâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Trunk or Treat Booth at PumpkinFest. Photo: Barbara Rasko

Friends of the Carlisle Parks, Joe Jenkins, and his daughter, made ice cream for a local event. Photo: Patty Reisinger.

Picking grapes at Summerset Winery. Photo: Summerset Winery

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ATTRACTIONS

TOURIST

Attractions

Historic Randleman House, 245 Pennsylvania Street. (515) 989-0210 or (515) 321-6585 The house at the top of the hill on Penn was built for the Randleman family in 1907, and was considered one of the finest in the county. The Carlisle Area Historical Society was formed in 2007, purchased and restored the home as its headquarters and museum. The main floor of this elegant home is available to rent for small weddings, receptions and dinners. You can make reservations for the monthly Breakfast Buffet, the Victorian Christmas Tea, or inquire about the first-class educational and fund-raising events which include historical speakers, plays, and meals by calling (515) 989-0210 or sending an email to carmrphy6@msn.com. “Like” the Carlisle Area Historical Society on Facebook or to see photos of the house and upcoming events visit http://cahs.webs.com.

Antique Tractor Showcase, 55 Main Street, (515) 321-9275 The Antique Tractor Showcase, owned and operated by Don Russell, takes the visitor back in time. From the special order, one-of-a-kind tractors to the vintage green, orange and red models, these restored workhorses are in top shape and tell the story of another era. Tin signs and a scattering of other antiques keeps the visitor’s eyes darting from place to place, and few leave without an emotional tug for the days gone by. Tours are available by calling Don at (515) 321-9275.

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ENDLESS THINGS TO DO Legendary Wine Maker Ron Mark is your host at Summerset Winery. Summerset grows cold climate grapes and serves award-winning wines. Take a tour of the winery, sample the wine, stomp grapes, tour Summerset Inn, or celebrate Valentine’s Day. Rent the winery for a wedding, party or event. Live bands provide entertainment at Sunday Tunes. Check the Website for special events. Summerset Winery is the place for you and your friends to relax and have fun. www.summersetwine.com.

Lawnmower Races, 55 Main Street, (515) 321-9275 www.facebook.com/River-BottomRaceway-253388908039138/ The Central Iowa Lawn Mower Racing Association hosts races at the River Bottom Raceway during the season. The drivers race for trophies and bragging rights! It’s roaring good fun for participants and spectators alike. For more information and the race schedule, follow on Facebook. As they say, the MOW the merrier!

THE LIST OF THINGS TO DO

Is Endless

Carlisle residents benefit from the near-by activities in the Des Moines Metro. Whether you want to go shopping or to the zoo; try your hand at ice skating, trout fishing, or horseback riding; tour the Art Center, or the Science Center; scream at a star-studded concert or attend a game at the Iowa Cubs, Iowa Wild of Energy; be in an opera or ride in a balloon; learn to cook or dance or fly; camp, fish or swim at Lake Ahquabi; run the Dam to Dam; or enter a photo contest or take a class; get a degree or attend an event at Iowa State University, Simpson College, Grandview University, or Des Moines Area Community College — it is a quick trip from Carlisle. Do you want to be in the seats or participate, volunteer or get a deal? You can find a list of things to do, places to dine, places to stay, and an almost endless list of activates from art and culture, history and books, and fitness and fun on these sites: Catch Des Moines www.catchdsm.com Greater Des Moines Partnership www.desmoinesmetro.com Indianola, Iowa www.indianolachamber.com Warren County, Iowa www.co.warren.ia.us Warren County Conservation Board www.warrenccb.org/

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COMMUNITY VISIONING

In July 2016, based on needs and wish lists from citizen input during the Community Visioning Project, RDG Planning â&#x20AC;˘ Design created this concept for a Downtown Park and Bicycle Hub on the site of the Carlisle Area Chamber of Commerce Office. The idea is currently being evaluated for cost and feasibility by the Chamber and the City of Carlisle.

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6. Aquatic Center 7. Summerset Trail 8. Trail Parking System 9. Carlisle Middle School 10. Carlisle Public Library 11. Carlisle Cemetery

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EXPLORING CARLISLE

EXPLORING CARLISLE,

By Bicycle or On Foot

How Often People Walk How Often Did You Walk During the Past Year? (129 responses)

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The new Carlisle Nature Trail twists and turns and has some great hills through scenic Carlisle. It is a result of 13 years of planning and funding from the City of Carlisle and Vision Iowa. Cyclists and pedestrians can travel the offstreet trail from the Summerset Trail head through town to the Carlisle Middle School and on to the pedestrian bridge crossing North River at Scotch Ridge Nature Park near Peoples Bank. Plans are to connect with the City of Des Moines’ Trail System and eventually terminate at the Principal Riverwalk.

A special reception and ribbon cutting was held to recognize those who helped bring the Carlisle Nature Trail to life. Photo: Mike Rolands

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Air up the tires, grab a bottle of water, and ride the trails. Carlisle’s beautiful natural setting earned a Great Places Designation from the State of Iowa. Many of Carlisle’s highly-desired, happy and comfortable quality of life benefits can be accessed from the seat of a bike.

Walking Routes (110 responses) 1–8 people

Summerset Trail runs about 12 miles from 165th Place and Highway 5 in Carlisle to the Banner Lakes at Summerset State Park and on to the McVay Trail in Indianola. The ride to Banner Lakes is relatively flat and straight and offers many opportunities for bird and animal watching. Going on to Indianola the trail is more winding and hilly. At the village of Summerset, some hop off the trail, climb the hill, and ride to Summerset Winery for wine tasting and tours, or live music during Sunday Tunes.

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This map shows the walking routes identified by 110 survey respondents. The frequency that the routes are used is depicted by their thickness, with most frequently used routes being the thickest. Most Carlisle walkers use the grid of residential streets in “Carlisle proper” north of Highway 5. Several walking routes lead to and/or pass through the local parks and the soccer complex. A few people walk out to the Scotch Ridge Nature Park, and a number of people walk on Summerset Trail on the south side of town. South 5th Street south of Highway 5 and the loop of Highland and Patterson Drives are heavily traveled by walkers. Routes in the northern part of town include SE Avon Drive, SE Goodhue Drive, SE 72nd Street, and SE 52nd Street. A few people walk along Highway 5, despite safety concerns expressed by some survey participants.

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Map Source: Iowa Department of Natural Resources, “Natural Resources Geographic Information Systems Library,” accessed October 2015, http://www.igsb.uiowa.edu/nrgislibx/. Route data derived from the 2016 Designing Livable Communities survey conducted by Iowa State University.

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There is approximately .5 miles of trail from the Summerset trailhead to downtown Carlisle where friendly business people welcome riders. Cyclists may pedal up the hill to The Historical Randleman House or travel on to North Park. The Farmers’ Market and the Aquatic Center are also great destinations.

CYCLE CARLISLE

OUR FINE, FRIENDLY BUSINESSES

Welcome You!

Carlisle Chamber of Commerce members welcome cyclists and hikers to come off the trails, relax and hang out with your friends. You will find friendly business people, good food and drink, water bottle fills, and clean restrooms. You can plug in your device, use free Wi-Fi, and relax in air-conditioned comfort, on hang out on a patio or in a park. Our businesses are ready to take good care of you. You can take time to get pampered at Lucky Nails, or choose a stunning new hair color or cut at AyaLayne Hair Salon. The 4th Saturday morning of the month, The Randleman House serves an all-you-can-eat homemade breakfast buffet from 8:30 – 10:00. Worth it! Stop and have some fun at Summerset Winery. Relax with a glass of Iowa wine, and pop in to listen to live music (and dance) during their Sunday Tunes. We have some delicious food in Carlisle. You’ll love the barbeque at Back Alley Smokehouse. Find burgers, chicken, salads, fries and more at Cal’s Fine Food and Spirits. Our 3 Casey’s General Stores are well-stocked and waiting for you. A chocolate-dipped cone is the perfect chaser to sandwiches, taco salads and subs at

Fiss’ Ice Cream • Subs • Salads. You can enjoy delicious pizza on the patio or while catching the game at Johnny and Mike’s Pizza. People travel from near and far for authentic Mexican at La Villa Mexican Restaurant. And you can easily grab your favorites at Subway of Carlisle. You can restock at Fareway, stop by the ATM at Peoples Bank or Great Western Bank, and take care of needed bicycle repairs at True Value Hardware. Have an accident? Mercy Family Practice Clinic is here, as is Carlisle Chiropractic Clinic PLC & Acupuncture, Wildcat Chiropractic, Cryo Health and Wellness, and 21st Century Physical Therapy.

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MAYOR’S LETTER/CARLISLE BOARDS & COMMISSIONS

CARLISLE, The Natural Choice Hometown pride swells in Carlisle residents when they are on the bleachers cheering the Wildcats, attending community festivals, celebrating the Citizen of the Year, or seeing their kids, or the neighbor’s kids, excel. There is pride in our schools, city hall, city departments, our trails and attractions and our one-of-a-kind businesses. And there is pride in our prime setting in Central Iowa. Carlisle has an ideal location, bordering Des Moines, and located on 4-lane divided highways through Warren and Polk Counties with quick access to air and rail service, and the metro’s retail, dining, sports and entertainment experiences. Residents can expect shorter trips than from almost any other suburb in the metro to the Des Moines International Airport, Jordan Creek Mall, Interstates 35 and 80, and most other points of interest in the metro. You can see downtown Des Moines from Carlisle. Carlisle is close to everything! Small Town Atmosphere Between 2000 and 2010, Carlisle’s population grew by ten percent and is on track to meet and even break that statistic by 2020. Both Carlisle and Warren County outpace Iowa and the nation in population growth. And yet, with everything that is happening, Carlisle continues to maintain its small town atmosphere. The train rumbles through town several times a day. People call each other by name. The Farmer’s Market brings town and rural folks together. The latest news is exchanged in the lobby of the bank or the post office. The city is full of friendly people who know each other and are always welcoming to newcomers in the community. As new businesses arrive offering fine products and services to residents of Carlisle, our neighbors to the South, as well as many in the Des Moines Metro, are stopping in Carlisle to do business, enjoy good food and enjoy our small town festivals. With our convenient location on Highway 5 and the Purple Heart Highway, more and more people are likely to say “That wasn’t as far as I thought!

2016 Women of Influence Honoree: Ruth Randleman Business Record Senior Staff Writer, Kent Darr, wrote, “Collaborative, progressive, energetic, hardworking. Complimentary adjectives all, and difficult to beat after a 16-year political career that has followed a guiding principle that you can’t please all of the people all of the time. Carlisle Mayor Ruth Randleman’s work in the city and involvement in local, regional and state organizations have earned her praise, so she must be pleasing plenty of the people a good part of the time. Even before being on the City Council or becoming Mayor, Ruth “got to work promoting development and nurturing a vision for the future by organizing a very successful ‘Paving the Way’ celebration in 1994” and later helping to lay the groundwork for a pedestrian and bicycle trail that will connect to the city to Des Moines and already provides a link to Indianola.

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WELCOME

From The Mayor On behalf of the City Council, City Staff, Chamber of Commerce and residents of Carlisle, I welcome you to Carlisle. We work diligently to make Carlisle the place you are proud to call home. We are building on our rich past and are happy with the progress we have made as we have moved from a small rural community to a thriving and growing suburb. We are designing our future and the vision is balanced with small town friendliness and a prospering economy with the services and amenities desired by our citizens. I invite you to get involved, meet your neighbors, attend our community events, explore our attractions, and discover all the possibilities in your new home. Enjoy the view as you travel around the area. The backdrop of rivers, trails and rolling hills, our system of trails, and our efforts to enhance and preserve our environmental assets, create a beautiful place for families to enjoy a comfortable, active lifestyle. We are proud to be a jewel in the Greater Des Moines Metropolitan Area with our beautiful natural setting, safe community, small town charm and easy access to all the metro offers. Our high-quality school system is large enough to offer a broad array of choices and yet small enough for all students to get the education they need to be prepared for their futures, as well as the opportunity to participate in the activities of their choice. We are proud of, and encourage you to support, our local businesses. With our 1% Local Option Sales Tax it makes a bigger difference than ever when we do business in Carlisle and Warren County. No doubt the 1% will cost you less than a trip outside the county, and the money collected through that tax adds up and is spent right here. It is used to improve streets and sidewalks in Carlisle, and fund our public safety department, which is good for all of us. We also invite you to help shape the future of Carlisle by getting involved in your neighborhood, local government, the school system, the church of your choice and other activities and organizations that you enjoy. We are proud of our trail system, and hope you and your family make it a healthy habit to get out and hike or bike and take in the beauty of our area. There is more good things on the way for Carlisle and her residents. The schools vision, goals and competencies will help students get the education they need to succeed in their own futures. Home Based Iowa will help our Veterans find a place to be productive and a home in Carlisle. We are working to bring jobs and large and small businesses to Carlisle. This is an exciting time for Carlisle. Join us as we work together, with our focus on families and friends, to make a positive difference right here where we live. We are “Carlisle, The Natural Choice” and we are glad you are here.

Ruth Randleman, Mayor

PUBLIC SAFETY

CARLISLE Public Safety

Safewise.com Names Carlisle

ONE OF 10 SAFEST CITIES IN IOWA Violent Crimes per 1,000 - .76 Property Crimes per 1,000 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 7.37

CARLISLE POLICE DEPARTMENT

CARLISLE FIRE RESCUE

The Carlisle Police Department is a dedicated team of professional men and women, focused on making Carlisle a safe and desirable place to live and work. The members of the police department are committed to saving lives, protecting property, and improving the quality of life for our residents and visitors, by providing rapid and reliable services in all situations. While faced with challenges of serving and protecting we are confident the Department will continually enhance the quality of life for our community.

The Carlisle Fire & Rescue Department is a specialized team of committed men and women that serve with dedication and pride, responding to hundreds of medical and fire calls a year to assist those in need. The members of the fire and rescue department are committed to helping others, saving lives, protecting property and providing fast and dependable services in all emergency and non-emergency activities. The department provides fire, medical, hazardous materials, and technical rescue response.

Chief Eric Spring oversees the Carlisle police department and is dedicated to providing a strong, well-trained staff that is community-focused and proactive. The Patrol Division is operational 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Our officers patrol the business districts, parks, recreation areas, walking/bicycling path, and residential neighborhoods day and night. Responding to thousands of calls a year, we are committed to the citizens by working hard to reduce crime and enhance the quality of life.

Our mission is to provide the highest quality medical and fire services in a caring and professional manner. The department is a combined department of part-time staff and volunteers that run 24 hour coverage. Mainly operating on volunteer services, the department does have part-time medics on day shift Sunday through Thursday and 24-hours on Friday and Saturday. The EMS department operates at a paramedic level, providing the community with better medical care.

The police department is very proactive in the community, working to bring new services to our patrons; such as the Prescription Drug Drop Box, vacation house watches, junior detective classes, safety presentations, shred event, kids bike safety program and several other events. The police department also works very closely with the school system, hiring a school resource officer, and is always helping to enhance a safer environment for students. You may also go to the Carlisle Police Department on Facebook to stay up to date with our department for safety tips and the latest information. Through hard work and effort, in 2014, Carlisle was named the 10th safest city in Iowa. As the Department continues to move ahead, we look forward to providing the best police services possible, building a strong relationship with the public. We are optimistic that this Department will continue a path of excellence as we address the needs of our community with professionalism and determination. The Carlisle Police Department is committed to the service of the citizens and will continue to work hard to reduce crime and enhance the quality of life. If we are able to assist you, please feel free to contact us at any time at (515) 989-4121.

The department works to be proactive in the community and various events. The department inspects and installs smoke detectors, offers fire safety classes, teaches first aid and CPR classes, works with elementary students and attends most all community events. Through our response efforts, our personnel stand ready to respond. We expect our work to make a difference in the quality of life in our city. To this end, we try to discover what is most important to do and focus our resources for the greatest, most enduring benefit. Our staff is dedicated to delivering the highest quality customer service whatever the opportunity and you have our commitment that we will do whatever we can to provide services that exceed you expectations. Carlisle Police Department (515) 961-6911 Dispatch Non-Emergency (515) 989-4121 Office 911 For Emergencies Carlisle Fire Rescue (515) 9961-6911 Dispatch Non-Emergency (515) 989-3311 Office 911 for Emergencies

It is an honor to serve the citizens of Carlisle.

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CARLISLE PUBLIC LIBRARY

CARLISLE Public Library

Clifford reading at the library. Photo: Stacy Goodhue

The YAC (Youth Advisory Committee) hanging out at the Library. Photo: Stacy Goodhue

135 School Street (515) 989-0909

“Like” the Carlisle Public Library on Facebook to learn about current events.

Monday-Thursday 10 AM to 8 PM

The library hosts book sales, story times, and a number of free programs such as cribbage, overnights, and reading programs for all ages throughout the year. Adults enjoy activities such as the Make and Takes. The Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) is a committed group of teens, 7th – 12th grade, who meet once a month to help build the teen book collection and plan teen programming.

Friday-Saturday 10 AM to 5 PM Closed Sundays The Carlisle Public Library is a fun and friendly place to visit. The library offers free wireless and public computer access, as well as books, audio books and DVDs for all ages to check out. The library offers scanning, printing, copying and faxing services for a minimal fee. The Carlisle library provides access to thousands of digital titles for eBooks and Audiobooks. All of these titles can be checked out online. Visit our Website at http://www.carlisleiowa.org or

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The Carlisle Public Library got a beautiful fresh new look in 2016. The Carlisle Library Foundation is a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization that is raising money for library equipment and projects. Financial gifts of any size are most welcome.

YOUTH ACTIVITIES

CARLISLE Youth Activities

Give me 5 Bam Bam. Photo by Chad Johnson at Cross the T Photography

Carlisle LITTLE LEAGUE

We offer levels of play starting with T-Ball up to Intermediate League. We are a volunteer organization that has been in existence since 1971. We operate as a non-profit organization to serve all young people in our boundaries that want to play baseball. www.carlislelittleleague.org

Carlisle SOCCER CLUB

The Carlisle Soccer Club, Inc. is serious about making soccer fun again. The Carlisle (Iowa) Soccer Club, Inc. is a not-for-profit organization (501(c)(3) corporation) promoting youth soccer through coaching, training, example, and participation in league team soccer and to stimulate and encourage teamwork, sportsmanship, and cooperation in sports among communityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s children. www.carlislesoccer.org

Carlisle SOFTBALL

Carlisle Softball has teams in the age groups: Bam Bam, for 3 & 4 year old boys and girls; Petite for Preschool and Kindergarten girls; Rookie for 1st and 2nd grade girls, Minor for 3rd and 4th grade girls, and major for 5th and 6th grade girls. www.carlislesoftball.org

Carlisle YOUTH ATHLETICS

Football, Basketball, Volleyball and Wrestling are offered. For information about registration, schedules and parents information, please visit http://www.carlisleyouthathletics.org/site

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CARLISLE PARKS City Parks • North Municipal Park is located at North 1st Street and Park Street. The park features a Veterans Memorial Honor Roll, gardens, a walking trail, a log cabin, picnic shelters and a baseball/softball field. The annual 4th of July Celebration is held here. • Lindhardt Park is located at South 5th Street and Linden and features three baseball/softball fields, a concession stand, a batting cage, and a wooded picnic area. • Volunteer Park, with approximately 1.47 acres and a playground, is on South 5th Street. • Lynn Memorial Park is located under the city water tower and features a playground. Visit our Website at http://www.carlisleiowa.org to find out more about the city parks. To reserve space at a park, call the city at (515) 989-224.

Friends of Carlisle Parks

The Friends of Carlisle Parks is a 501c.3 Non-profit that was established in 2016 to support, enhance and help make progress in the Carlisle parks and green spaces. Our mission to enhance these spaces is to be accomplished by raising funds for park projects, organizing and installing projects, and raising awareness about the wonderful outdoor recreational opportunities that are available to citizens of Carlisle and the surrounding area. For 2017 and the near future, FOCP hopes to help

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with the construction of parking facilities at the Scotch Ridge Nature Park, continue with tree plantings and replacements at all City parks, and conduct family outdoor events involving the new bike trail that connects the City to the Nature Park and the wild beauty in between. If you would like more information, or if you would like to get Submitted Photo involved with these great outdoor activities, please contact Joe Jenkins at joe@jenkinsgardenmarket.com.

Carlisle Aquatic Center

1230 S. 5th Street • (515) 989-2098 The Aquatic Center is a state-of-the art aquatics facility designed to meet the health, fitness, and safety and recreation needs of Carlisle area residents of all ages. The facility features a heated pool, 1 meter diving board, super sidewinder slide, water cascade umbrella, frog slide, bubbling beach, water’s edge snack bar, umbrellas, shade structures and family changing rooms with lockers. See http://www.carlisleiowa.org for season dates, hours, admission and rental fees.

EXCITING TIME IN CARLISLE

IT IS AN EXCITING TIME In The Carlisle Area This is an exciting time in Carlisle. Good things are happening at the city, schools, businesses and organizations. Season after season, some things stay the same and are exciting, like going to the games and cheering for the teams, no matter the age of the spectators or the players. And other things change. Growth will continue. And it is exciting to see that, too. Single-family homes are available at Randleman Ridge and Danamere Farms, and Danamere offers multi-family options, too. Businesses will come to fill Scotch Ridge Business Park and Gateway Business Park. There is space downtown and around the community for retail and commercial as well. Improvements, such as the underpass at Scotch Ridge Road, will focus on safety, as will sidewalk improvements and changes to Highway 5. And while the City of Carlisle, Carlisle Area Chamber of Commerce, and Warren County Economic Development Corporation focus on more business, more citizens

On Carlisle Nature Trail. Photo: Mike Rolands

and more growth, they stay mindful that Carlisle is The Natural Choice. Residents like to get out and enjoy nature whether it is in their own back yard, or biking or walking past Robert and Susan Flemingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Danamere Farm that continues to change. This multi-use farm features the Congera Family gardens; Aaron Whiteâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s grass-fed heifers; and restored prairie and oak Savanna. Those on the Carlisle Nature Trail might view a prairie seed harvest, take in the developing Scotch Ridge Nature Park, or look for birds and wildlife and the geocache on the Summerset Trail. Keep your eyes open and spot the new and exciting changes just about everywhere you look. It all contributes to the desirable quality of life for Carlisle residents.

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CITY GOVERNMENT

GOVERNMENT PRIORITIES: Safety and Service

The City of Carlisle is served by a representative government consisting of a City Council and the Mayor. The Carlisle City Council meets at 6:30pm every 2nd and 4th Monday of each month in the Council Chambers of the City Hall. Agendas and Minutes are posted on www.carlisleiowa.org. The public is encouraged to be informed, attend and speak during the “Citizen Participation” period at each meeting.

needs of the growing population. The police, fire and EMS departments have expanded their daily services in order to respond quickly when the need arrives.

Our Vision Statement

HOME BASED IOWA

“Carlisle aspires to be the City of choice by being sensitive to its environmental resources, by embracing its hometown atmosphere and by providing excellent service and a safe environment for its citizens. Carlisle will achieve its vision of sustainable growth and opportunity for enrichment by providing extensive recreation and culture, high quality schools, active citizen involvement, strong businesses and a vibrant downtown. Carlisle will demand innovative and accessible governance that is supported by fair and accountable funding.” The City of Carlisle has many services that one might expect in a growing suburb. The city has a park and recreation department that includes an aquatic center, several parks, and a recreation center that is continuously used by residents for private parties and ceremonies. The Carlisle library is seeking an opportunity to expand into larger quarters to meet the

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Carlisle is a Home Based Iowa community and welcomes veterans to put down roots in Carlisle where businesses have pledged to hire qualified veterans. To see the details of opportunities, tools, education programs, assistance on down payment on a home, financial incentives and more, visit www.homebaseiowa.gov.

GREATER CARLISLE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION

The Foundation is a charitable public foundation established by community stockholders for the purpose of improving the quality of life in the Greater Carlisle Community. Foundation grants will focus on encouraging and supporting programs and projects that enhance education, community betterment, arts, culture, health, and human services. www.greatercarlislefoundation.org.

NUMBERS TO CALL

IMPORTANT NUMBERS CITY HALL 195 N. 1st Street Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 989-3224 cityhall@carlisleiowa.org Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

POLICE STATION 195 N. 1st (515) 989-4121 Non-Emergency Chief Jason Doll

Mayor Ruth Randleman (515) 249-49944 ruthrandleman@aol.com

FIRE STATION 135 N. 2nd Street (515) 989-3311 NonEmergency Chief Cory Glover

City Administrator Andrew Lent alent@carlisleiowa.org

AQUATIC CENTER 1230 S. 5th Street (515) 989-2098

CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS Dan McCulloch (515) 201-3542

COMMUNITY BUILDING 35 Vine Street (515) 989-4367

Doug Hammerand (515) 681-5360 Eric Goodhue (515) 724-9599 Drew Merrifield (515) 989-9366 Robert Van Ryswyk (515) 989-0210 CITY ATTORNEY Robert Stuyvesant

LIBRARY 135 School Street (515) 989-0909 RECREATION CENTER 1220 S. 5th Street (515) 989-2098 U.S. POST OFFICE 200 S. 1st Street (515) 989-3352 WATER/ELECTRIC EMERGENCY NIGHT CALL (515) 961-6911 ELECTRIC & GAS SERVICE (MidAmerican Energy) 888-427-5632

VOLUNTEER

You can Help Set the Direction for the Future. Although much of the work is done by city staff and elected officials, some policy-making and planning decisions are researched and made by citizen volunteers who serve with their fellow citizens on various boards, commissions and committees. Some of the boards are established by the state and city ordinances, others are ad-hoc committees established by the city to gather input from the citizens. Two of these boards and commissions are the Planning and Zoning Commission and the Zoning Board of Adjustments. The Planning and Zoning Commission gives recommendations to the Council on site plans for new construction and any proposed changes to the zoning ordinances. The Zoning Board of Adjustments makes decisions when individuals request variances to the zoning ordinances or appeal decisions of the zoning administrator. Other boards created by city ordinance are the Library Board, Park Board, and the Cemetery Board of Trustees. These boards make decisions or recommendation that affect the departments they oversee.

GAS LEAKS (24 HOURS) 800-595-5325 Mediacom 800-362-1895 Century Link 800-244-1111

County Treasurer Julie Daugherty (515) 961-1110 julied@co.warren.ia.us

COUNTY & STATE ADMINISTRATION State Senator Julian B. Garrett (515) 971-0883 julian.garrett@legis.iowa.gov

WARREN COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS District 1 Dean Yordi (515) 961-1030 deany@co.warren.ia.us

State Representative Scott Ourth (515) 208-7281 Scott.ourth@legis.state.ia.us

District 2 Crystal McIntyre (515) 961-1029 crystalm@co.warren.ia.us

County Attorney Doug Eichholz (515) 961-1014 countyattorney@co.warren.ia.us https://www.co.warren.ia.us/

District 3 Doug Shull (515) 961-1030 dougs@co.warren.ia.us

County Auditor Traci VanderLinden (515) 961-1020 Traciv@co.warren.ia.us County Assessor Brian Arnold (515) 961-1010 assessor@co.warren.ia.us County Recorder Polly Glascock (515) 961-1089 pollyg@co.warren.ia.us

SHERIFF Brian Voss (515) 961-1122 ALLEN TOWNSHIP TRUSTEE Sam Davidson (515) 989-3984 ALLEN TOWNSHIP CLERK Peggy Fogle (515) 989-4482 www.carlisleiowa.org

Volunteers maintain the flower gardens at North Park. Photo: Rhonda Frost

Advisory boards, such as the Mayor’s Public Safety Committee, the Citizen Budget Committee and the Scotch Ridge Park Steering Committee were created to solicit advice in public safety (police, fire, and ambulance services), the annual budget, and the creation of the Scotch Ridge Nature Park. Other committees seeking volunteers are the Street and Sidewalk Committee that is working to help establish a street assessment policy for the city, and the Community Visioning Committee that is continuing the work on downtown improvements. If you are interested in serving your community and want a say in the direction that the city is heading, please fill out an application on the city website at carlisleiowa.org. Click on the City Hall link and then the link on the left-hand side that says “Board and Commission Member Application.” After completing the application, send it to Carlisle City Hall, Attn: City Administrator, PO Box 430, Carlisle, IA 50047.

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HARTFORD, IOWA

HARTFORD, IOWA The Little City With a Big Heart www.hartfordia.com

Hartford is located in Richland Township, and is one of the oldest towns in Warren County. The town was laid out by John D. Hartman in 1849 when the area was part of Polk County. Hartman was the first merchant in town and brought goods to sell by horseback from Ottumwa and Oskaloosa. The Post Office was established in 1859, had weekly mail, and was called Three Rivers Post Office. Before the railroad came to Carlisle, Hartford was a prosperous town with churches, a justice of the peace, a physician, a school, a hotel and a variety of businesses including grist mills, dry goods, drug store, hardwood store, millinery, blacksmith, cabinet maker, plow factory, a cooper and more. In 2010 the population in Hartford was 771. Hartford prides itself on being a community where everyone is considered a neighbor and people are it’s most valued asset. Today Hartford businesses include, besides farmers and livestock operations, a convenience store, a sportsman’s club, a restaurant, a photographer, several in-home day cares, a custom apparel and promotional items supplier, a construction company, a Masonic Lodge, and more. Citizens are active with the Beautification Committee which hosts a Beautiful Yard Contest each month and a Lighting Contest at Christmas. Soup suppers support the Hartford Volunteer Fire Department. Currently citizens are working on a City Plan. The Hartford Upper Elementary is part of the Carlisle Community School District.

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HARTFORD, IOWA

Park Flower Planters Photo: Connie Goldsberry

Volunteers rebuild the park. Photo: Connie Goldsberry

Hartford City Hall

City Attorney

Electric

Fire Chief

City Council

Richland Township Trustee

Street, Water and Maintenance Superintendent

Council Members

Richland Township Clerk

150 Elm Street P.O. Box 910 Phone: (515) 989-0267 hfordcty@netins.net Monday â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Friday 8:00 a.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 4:30 p.m.

Mayor

Caroline McNamar (515) 989-0267

City Clerk/ Treasurer

Brad Herrold (515) 989-0267

Robert Benton (515) 989-3263 Zach Prickett 515-238-8238

Doug Peebler 515-989-9171 515-321-1803

MidAmerican Energy (515) 252-6900 Meets the third Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m.

Mark Goldsberry (515) 989-4029

Tom Smith

Stephanie Johnson (515) 306-5159

Jim R. Richards

Kim Dingeman (515) 313-8479

130 S. Vine Street (515) 989-4238

U.S. Post Office

William Hammond (515) 989-0284

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WCEDC

WARREN COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION

Supporting New & Existing Businesses Warren County Economic Development Corp (WCEDC) is a non-profit organization that works to grow the economy in Warren County and its communities by assisting new businesses in opening their doors, helping existing businesses through the process of expansion projects, responding to leads from companies looking to enter new markets, and seeking out businesses that could potentially call Warren County home. From the initial process of feasibility studies to finding a location and working with the city or county governments to assist with the progress, WCEDC is always available to assist in every stage of business progression. In order to garner attention and make Warren County known, WCEDC has created a business-ready and thriving economic environment, one initiative at a time: • Small Business Grant Contest - Grants $10,000 to Warren County Businesses each year • Economic Impact Awards Event - Annual awards and recognition for top economic contributors in the County • Commercial Property Inventory – WCEDC keeps a searchable database of available commercial sites and buildings in Warren County at www.wcedc.com and continuously works to match properties with potential businesses. • SBDC Advisor Days – Every 2nd Thursday of the month WCEDC offers small business assistance in partnership with the Small Business Development Center.

Carlisle & Warren County: Poised for Growth Great things are happening in Carlisle and Warren County, see for yourself! • Carlisle’s laborshed area includes approximately 330,000 individuals ages 18-64 • Warren County is currently the 3rd wealthiest county in the state • Warren County has the highest land value per acre in South-Central Iowa • Warren County’s employment base has increased by 15% since 2006, more than Iowa or the U.S. averages • Warren County’s population grew by 5.2% between 2010 and 2015, which outpaces the national and statewide average growth rate • Warren County’s unemployment rate was 3.3% in 2015, the lowest level since 2008. Warren County is also outpacing Iowa and the United States in Median Household Income, Population Growth, High school Graduation rate and our unemployment rate is lower than the state and national averages.

• Financial Assistance – WCEDC established a Revolving Loan Fund, an Opportunity Fund, a Veteran-Owned business incentive and works to find additional funding sources/assistance for businesses.

HELPING THE COMMUNITY GROW

• Warren County Leadership Institute - Facilitates annual institute that trains and informs leaders living or working in Warren County.

construction and has opened at the highway 5/65

• Learn|Grow|Succeed - established to provide resources, technical assistance and education to help Warren County businesses and entrepreneurs thrive. To take advantage or these opportunities or to learn how WCEDC can help you, contact: WCEDC at info@wcedc.com or 515-961-1067.

WCEDC Supports Our Military Service Members

WCEDC works in partnership with ‘Home Base Iowa’ and the communities within Warren County to provide a comprehensive Incentive package for Veterans purchasing homes or opening/expanding businesses in Warren County. WCEDC offers a $1,000 grant to any veteran who opens or expands a business in Warren County (up to ten annually).

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Mercy Clinic The Carlisle Mercy Medical Center has finished bypass in the Gateway business park. This project had a capital investment of $3-5 million, resulted in a dozen high quality jobs, and is estimated to generate $50,000 in yearly property taxes. To help make this project possible, Mercy Clinics was awarded $25,000 from WCEDC’s Opportunity Fund to assist with land and development costs. La Villa Mexican Restaurant La Villa Mexican Restaurant was the first to utilize WCEDC’s newly established revolving loan fund. $15,000 was awarded for the purchase of equipment for their new location in Carlisle. La Villa has seen enormous success and has already expanded since opening. Learn more about Warren County Economic Development Corp at WWW.WCEDC.COM.

EVERYONE WINS

The advantage of small town living is the relationships you build with the people you interact with as you grow to know, like and trust them. The people are the heart of our community, and that makes everything just a little more comfortable and enjoyable. It is also to everyone’s advantage to keep the dollars they spend in Carlisle. Our desirable quality of life depends on a strong Carlisle economy and a thriving business community and accountable funding of our tax dollars. Where do our taxes go? In part, to educate Carlisle’s kids and prepare them for their future, travel on wellmaintained roads and sidewalks, be protected by quality police and fire departments, a fine library, parks and other amenities that support a quality lifestyle. The dollars spent outside the county or charged online hurts the local economy and does not support the Carlisle tax base. How much money, for example, do you want to spend to support the kids and roads in Des Moines, West Des Moines, and Ankeny. Some? Fine. The Carlisle Chamber encourages you to keep a good share of your business in Carlisle or in the county.

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How do you benefit from doing business in Carlisle? • You will enjoy quality meals, goods, attractions, and services • You and your family will have more local job opportunities • You will see improved streets and sidewalks in this community • Your business-owning family, friends and neighbors will stay in business • Your schools, city, churches and organizations will thrive • Your Natural Choice recreational activities will increase • Your business-to-business relationships will be strengthened • You will benefit from living in a friendly, happy, full-service community as more businesses open to serve your needs • You will give welcomed gifts when you wrap up Carlisle Chamber Bucks!

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CHAMBER BUCKS LOCAL OPTION SALES AND SERVICE TAX

In March 2016, the citizens of Carlisle approved a Local Option Sales and Service Tax (LOSST) that added a 1 cent per dollar spent on items normally subject to a sales tax. This money is returned to Warren County with an estimated $537,000 to be appropriated to the City of Carlisle. The LOSST referendum stated that 50 percent of the funds would be used for public safety. The LOSST revenue has allowed the City to build an addition onto the existing fire station to allow for more vehicle storage and a living area on the second floor to allow medics to stay at the station during their scheduled shifts. The department’s call volume has increased over the past few years climbing to an estimated 600 calls a year.

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AvaLayne Hair Salon

Carlisle Soccer Club

Avondale Veterinary Health Care Complex

Carlisle True Value

Iowa State Extension and Outreach - Warren County Jenkins Garden Market & Landscaping

Back Alley Smokehouse

Carlisle United Methodist Church

Cal’s Fine Food and Spirits

Carlisle Veterinary Clinic

Carlisle Auto Wash

Casey’s General Store

Carlisle Christian Church

City of Carlisle

Mercy Carlisle Family Practice Clinic

Carlisle Community Schools (lunches)

Cryo Health and Wellness

Nerium International

Dance 2 Xtreme

Optometric Associates

Dental Professionals Fareway Store

Peoples Bank (Savings Account)

Goldsberry Giraffix

Peter Kasper Woodworks

Great Western Bank (Savings Account)

Stadium View and Johnny and Mike’s Pizza

Holy Cross Lutheran Church

Subway of Carlisle

Carlisle Dental Office Carlisle Historical Society buffet and events at The Randleman House Carlisle Little League Carlisle Parks & Rec Carlisle Public Library

Lucky Nails Medicap Pharmacy

TruBank

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The Carlisle High School Alumni Association hosts community events to raise scholarship money for students. In September they host Carlisle Pickers with a Side of Bacon. Photo: Judy Russell

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