Pearl City ProgressNewsletter for the Greater Muscatine Chamber of Commerce & Industry

Volume 22 Number 8 August 2013

The Greater Muscatine Chamber of Commerce & Industry is a catalyst for advancing our region’s economy, improving our quality of life and enhancing our members’ success

Seeking Sponsorships, Golfers for 49th Annual Musca-Fu-Da Golf OutingWith less than two months to go, GMCCI is gearing up for the 49th Annual Harold Ogilvie Musca-Fu-Da Golf Tournament (Muscatine Fun Day). This year’s tournament will be held on Tuesday, September 17 at the Geneva Golf & Country Club.

With a mid-week tee-off and the fall season creeping up on the horizion, GMCCI is hoping for a large crowd and generous sponsors. Sponsorships, donations and volunteers help to pull off this successful event. Please contact the GMCCI office at 263-8895 if you or your company is able to help.

Harold Ogilvie’s son, Harold (Nick) Ogilvie Jr.,is happy to see Musca-Fu-Da is still going strong.

“Dad spent a lot of time with this tournament. He made it a point to get a lot of friends involved. From there it trickled down to where companies wanted part of it. I’m happy to see it in its 49th year,” said Ogilvie.

Golfers will receive 18-holes of fun-filled golf, lunch, dinner, beverage tokens, participation gifts, multiple opportunities for networking and the chance to win various raffle prizes. We encourage Chamber members to arrange to have their associates play or schedule partners in business to come and visit the Muscatine links on this day.

Sponsorships available include: Eagle Level ($1000), Birdie Level ($500), Par Level ($350), Lunch ($750), Bag Drop ($450), Beverage Station ($350) and new this year “Host-A-Hole” ($300). Raffle donations are currently being accepted and can be donated in the amount of $100 or an item valued at $100 or higher. All sponsorships are due to GMCCI by August 16. Space is limited to the first 144 golfers at the rate of $150 per person. Golfers need to be registered no later than September 10.

All sponsorships and reservations can be mailed to GMCCI, 102 Walnut Street, faxed to 263-7662 or emailed to sfulton@muscatine.com.

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August 2New Member Orientation

BreakfastGMCCI Office

102 Walnut Street8 to 9:15 a.m.

All new members & members needing a “refresher” welcome!

Please RSVP to jhansen@muscatine.com

August 8

Business After HoursAll-American Care of Muscatine

2002 Cedar Street5 to 7 p.m.

August 23GMCCI Full Board Meeting

Muscatine Community School Board District Office

2900 Mulberry AvenueNoon to 1 p.m.

Save - The - Date Upcoming GMCCI

EventsCompanyRK Dixon CompanyEichelberger Law Office PCJ & M DisplaysCobblestone ApartmentsC/W Livestock & Bison Ridge KennelsMuskie MotorsIowa HospiceSoggy Bottom Diaper Service LLCBig Imprint DesignPRVN Consultants, Inc.

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New MembersSuperior Seawalls & Docks, Inc.11900 315th Street Court WestIllinois City, IL 61259877-875-2463www.superiorseawalls.comdharper@superiorseawalls.com Superior Seawalls & Docks specializes in residential and light commercial waterfront projects in Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Missouri, Nebraska, Michigan & Wisconsin. Their construction projects include: dealerships, custom design docks, design build services, shoreline erosion, rip rap, dredging and sectional barges construction and rental.

In our July Pearl City Progress some incorrect information was listed for one of our newest members, Wendi Ingram - Ruhl & Ruhl Realtors. Please note the corrected information is below.

Wendi Ingram - Ruhl & Ruhl Realtors226 E 2nd StreetMuscatine, IA 52761563-506-2029www.wendiingram.comwendiingram@ruhlhomes.com

Wendi Ingram is a realtor with over 9 years of experience. Certified as a Residential Specialist (CRS®), she works with persons relocating to the area or transferring to another location. She also works with buyers and sellers in negotiating contracts, providing market analysis and information on today’s housing market.

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ENGINEERING A BETTER WORLD

Fabricators Plus Diversifies with Automated Packaging Manufacturing LineContributed by: Janet Morrow, Grow Muscatine

Compacker Systems, LLC of Davenport, Iowa, will be outsourcing all of the manufacturing of automated packaging equipment to Fabricators Plus of Muscatine, Iowa. Fabricators Plus will add 6-8 current Compacker employees to their roster with the potential to add more employees as this new business unit grows.

Compacker Systems LLC web site states “COMPACKER SYSTEMS LLC is a machine builder that designs and manufactures quality case packaging and palletizing equipment, and robotic systems tailored to meet your specific job requirements. There are Compacker systems for erecting, loading and sealing corrugated cases, including trays and wrap-arounds.”

“Compacker equipment is used internationally to package medical, personal care, consumer, food and industrial products. All of our case packaging systems feature tubular steel construction, electrical controls with PLC logic, large capacity magazine, hand crank adjustment to a range of sizes and accumulator/loaders for most products.”

Fabricators Plus just finished the erection of a new 15,000 square foot building at 3206 Hershey Avenue. This facility will house the new manufacturing line. Owner Doug Buster says adding this new manufacturing line creates another division for Fabricators Plus to pursue new business and continue to grow the company.

Fabricators Plus provides metal fabrication and contract manufacturing solutions to a variety of industries including lighting, furniture, construction, mining, agriculture and appliances. Fabricators Plus assists customers to procure, engineer, and produce components necessary for daily manufacturing operations. The company serves customers in Iowa and the Midwest and specializes in the development of customized delivery solutions. For more information, visit www.fab-plus.com.

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What’s the biggest misperception about social media’s role in marketing, and what should entrepreneurs really be doing as they map out a new small business?

Social media can’t solve all your marketing problems. For a business, it needs to be thought of like any other communication tool. You need to understand the fundamentals of marketing — who’s your target audience, where do they get their information, what do they care about, etc.— to find the right media mix that makes sense for you.

What is the most underutilized non-social media marketing method today?

By far, it’s public relations. Many people are afraid of it, or don’t know what it is. Instead they’ll spend money on poorly placed ads that will almost always fail.

What are two or three go-to resources for finding data about your market?

The U.S. Census. A lot of valuable information from the latest census is now being released. Industry associations. Industry trade publications and consumer magazines. Their media kits have great

information about their readers’ demographics and interests.

And many more resources are available at my website, www.blockbeta.com.

Coupons are gaining popularity as a means for luring potential customers. If this option appears right for a small business, what is needed to help turn coupon users into regular customers?

Understand what attracted them in the first place. People who just want a deal are tough to convert. But many customers use coupons to “sample the goods.” To get them to come back and pay full price, use strategic messaging at each touchpoint to help push them down the purchase path. This messaging can be done verbally, through printed materials, online, and even reinforced with “gifts”.

Can you provide an example of how this works?

A Pilates studio I work with has used social coupons to bring in new customers, offering a 7-week program at a discounted rate. Each week, the studio reinforces the benefits of membership and the results the customer would get if they continue taking their classes. Communications include a comprehensive orientation, an introductory gift of a branded water bottle, follow-on emails, etc. It’s a planned program designed to positively reinforce the customer experience. This in combination with excellent service may be enough to convince the customer to continue at full price.

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Marketing needs to be flexible, because the environment within which a business operates is always changing. And the business itself is evolving as new opportunities or threats come to light. A SCORE mentor can help filter the information and focus the entrepreneur on what’s important.

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This month I would like to discuss customer service. If you remember from last month’s article, I returned to the East Coast to attend my 40th college class reunion. Rather than fly or drive, I took the train. I got off and boarded the train in Harper’s Ferry West Virginia. There were excellent examples of customer service that are worthy of sharing that serve as important learning examples.

When I got off the train, I used Enterprise Rent-A-Car. The trip from the rental car company to the train station was quite a distance, around 7 miles. The rental car company came and picked me up. It was pre-arranged that when I was at the previous stop, I would call them so they could be there when I arrived. Great timing!

Because the car company was closed on Sunday when I wanted to return the car, the car rental agency made a suggestion of a taxi service. I called Kamm’s Taxi Service in advance and said what time I wanted to be picked up on that Sunday. Arriving a little early I decided to call and let them know. When I called, the driver said that he already was on his way. We ended up having a pleasant drive to the train station.

These are two very good examples for us to learn. Here are two businesses that do what they usually do. Their business practice helps the customer – me. I may never return but this one customer is pleased with the all-important service they received.

People do notice and happy customers do tell others about a positive experience. Doctor John

YPN Chairperson Changes HandsOutgoing Chair: Andrea Scott

I would like to take a moment to thank the Muscatine Community for their support of YPN. As the

YPN Chairperson for the past two years, I have seen first-hand the value placed in our organization by the Greater Muscatine Chamber of Commerce and Industry, local businesses, HR departments, as well as individual young professionals. What a fantastic organization that will continue to provide a place for young professionals to interact and build a better Muscatine Community together. After joining the social committee in 2008, I quickly volunteered to be co-chair and see how the organization was run. In 2009 I had the opportunity to chair the

social committee and my passion for the organization grew. In 2011 I was honored to take over as the Chairperson on YPN. Now I look forward to serving as the Immediate Past Chair and sitting on the Chamber Board for YPN.

I am happy to pass the torch to Christi Saunders as I know she is passionate about the purpose behind YPN and will do a fantastic job!

Incoming Chair: Christi SaundersChristi Saunders is taking over as Muscatine YPN’s Chairperson. She has been on YPN’s leadership council for 2 years as the Membership Chair. Originally from Columbus, Ohio, Christi moved to Muscatine 4 years ago when she started working

for Grain Processing Corporation as the Alcohol Division Engineer. She graduated from Purdue University in 2009 with a degree in chemical engineering.

Christi is very involved in the community. She has been a coach for Pearl City Power Volleyball Club for three years. Recently, she joined the Leadership Muscatine Committee. Christi is also a part of Kent Corporation’s YPN and United Way Committees. In her free time, Christi likes to play sports (especially volleyball and softball), spend time with friends, work on her house, and be outdoors.

Christi is really looking forward to serving as the YPN Chair. Her goals are to increase membership participation, grow the committee sizes, and help cultivate YPN’s relationship with the community.

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Staff

Greg JenkinsPresident & CEO gjenkins@muscatine.com

Jodi HansenEvent Coordinatorjhansen@muscatine.com

Ally BillhornMarketing & Communications Coordinatorabillhorn@muscatine.com

Member Spotlight: The HallTree BoutiqueWho: The HallTree Boutique What: A unique and one-of-a-kind women’s boutique located in historic downtown Muscatine. Where: 200 W. 2nd Street, Downtown Pearl Plaza, Muscatine Website: www.thehalltreeboutique.comMember Since: December 5, 2003

In the shopping oasis of the Pearl Plaza, located on 2nd Street in downtown Muscatine, The HallTree Boutique offers shoppers an exceptional selection of women’s clothing in missy, petite and plus sizes, as well as jewelry, purses and many unique items.

Since 2008, Kathy Crosley has been the owner of The HallTree Boutique. Originally purchased along with her sister, Crosley is now the sole owner after her sister retired.

For the past five years she has been running the business and is now looking forward to a big celebration in September for their five year anniversary.

In addition to women’s ware The HallTree Boutique also carries brands such as; Spanx, Tribal, Renaur, French Dressing and Jag Jeans. They have many unique items that can only be found in a small boutique setting, rather than the typical big boxed stores.

“Customer service is my #1 goal. Our sales associates can assist our customers to find just the right outfit and accessories in a fun and inviting atmosphere so they do not have to shop anywhere else, “ said Crosley.

Being downtown provides beautiful views of the riverfront and they feel priviledged to be located in the Pearl Plaza. It is an ideal site for shoppers, tourists and visitors to find everything under one roof – clothing, food, coffee, wine and antiques.

As a 10 year member of GMCCI, Crosley relishes the opportunities provided by the Chamber – the monthly newsletter, free marketing and the many networking opportunities. GMCCI wishes to thank The HallTree Boutique for their decade long membership and dedication. Want your chance in the spotlight? Be sure to attend our next Business After Hours where you’ll have the chance to be highlighted.

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E. Bradford Burns Performing Arts Park Dedication and Ribbon Cutting

The E. Bradford Burns Performing Arts Park at the Muscatine Art Center was dedicated on June 30, 2013 during the Muscatine Art Center's Annual Ice Cream Social, as a kick-off of PatriART Week.

Guests to Muscatine included Brad Burns, sister, Karen Kenny, of Bellevue, Washington and her son, Joe Kenny.

Barb Christensen, former Muscatine Art Center Director, spoke about Brad Burns and how he came to make his generous gift to the Muscatine Art Center, Burns was the son of former mayor Kelly Burns and his wife Wanda. He was a historian, educator and avid art patron.

Pictured: Greg Jenkins, GMCCI; Joe Kenny, nephew of Brad Burns; Karen Kenny, sister of Brad Burns; Brian Wright, Board Trustee; Melanie Alexander, Director, Muscatine Art Center; Steve Jameson, Board Trustee; Barbara Christensen, Former Director, Muscatine Art Center; Rochelle Conway, Board Trustee; Becky Wichers, Board Trustee; Mayor DeWayne Hopkins.

The board of directors of Central State Bank has recently promoted Dan Stein to the position of Senior Vice President and Senior Loan Officer of the organization.

“Dan’s involvement and leadership of our commercial and agricultural banking team has contributed greatly to the overall performance of our loan portfolio,” noted Bob Howard, President and CEO. “His contributions have helped us grow loans, manage our credit risk and provide great service to our customers. Dan’s financial expertise, coupled with his business and community leadership, make him an outstanding choice to fill this important position for the bank.”

Stein began his banking career with LaSalle Bank in Chicago before joining Central State Bank in 2008 as a Commercial Banking Officer. He was subsequently promoted to Vice President in 2011. He is a graduate of Iowa State University, where he majored in accounting and finance, and he has passed the CPA and CFA examinations.

Dan and his wife, Brenda, and their family reside in Muscatine.

Stein Promoted to Senior VP

Health Care Reform Workshop & LuncheonTuesday, September 24

Noon to 2 p.m.{Registration will begin at 11:30 a.m.}

ISU Extension Office, 1514 Isett Avenue, Muscatine

This Employer’s Council meeting is a joint effort between Muscatine’s local ECI Group, GMCCI and the Iowa Association of Business & Industry (ABI). ABI is bringing two members of their team to be on the panel and GMCCI is

providing two local HR professionals to join them.

Due to this collaboration, there is a fee for this session. Below the link is provided to register. When registering, please choose “ABI Member” to receive their member discount. Cost to attend is $35. Lunch is provided.

Visit this link to register online: http://tinyurl.com/kbajks4

The panel will include:Alice Helle, Attorney, BrownWinick Attorneys at Law

Mitch Estling, CPA, Bergan PaulsenKarla Blaser, Director, Human Resources & Education,

UnityPoint Health TrinityTrisha Nartker, Human Resources Manager, Precision Equipment

Discussion Points:Coverage requirements

Medical loss ratio rebates

Determining “large employer” status, large employer mandates and penalties

Non-discrimination rules

Wellness programs

Exchange notices

Small business tax credits/tax reporting

Employer reporting requirements

Appeals procedure for employers who fail to offer healthcare or offer insufficient healthcare

ACA and Health Insurance Exchanges

What does Health Care Reform mean to ME as the employer?

PCORI fees

Transitional Reinsurance

Annual Health Insurer Fees

Risk adjustments

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Muscatine Physical Therapy Services, P.C. is pleased to announce that on June 17, 2013, both Paul O. Kraushaar, PT, OCS, and Michael Wright, DPT, OCS received notification from the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties (ABPTS) for achieving their Orthopedic Certified Specialist (OCS) Certification.

The OCS certification is an advanced board certification signifying both specialized knowledge and advanced clinical proficiency in the area of orthopedic therapy. Orthopedic Certified Specialists are recognized by the ABPTS as individuals whose clinical specialization in orthopedic physical therapy demonstrates knowledge, skill and experience exceeding that of an entry level physical therapist. The specialist certification program was established to provide formal recognition for physical therapists with advanced clinical knowledge, experience, and skills in this special area of practice and to assist consumers and the health care community in identifying these physical therapists.

The credentials of Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS) are designated to those individuals who have successfully become board certified clinical specialists in the areas of orthopedics. At a minimum, therapists who receive this clinical distinction have completed 2,000 hours of direct patient care in the area of orthopedics and have successfully completed a rigorous written examination.

Paul O. Kraushaar, PT, OCS is President and Co-Owner of MPTS and works out of both our Columbus Junction and Muscatine Clinics. Michael Wright, DPT, OCS heads up our West Liberty Team working out of our West Liberty Clinic. On behalf of the MPTS team, we congratulate Paul and Mike on achieving their OCS Certification.

Two Members of MPTS Team Now OCS Board Certified

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Chamber Chat

Have recent company photos to share? Submit to

abillhorn@muscatine.com, with the headline Chamber Chat.

The United Way of Muscatine celebrated being the first designated Blue Zones Project Worksite with a Ribbon Cutting on July 11.

Muscatine Center for Social Action (MCSA) employees and community members enjoyed a complimentary breakfast July 10 where both had the chance to learn

about each other.

A new Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) until was delivered July 16 to Trinity Muscatine. This new unit will replace the mobile MRI which is on campus three days a week. Once the new MRI unit is online, Trinity Muscatine will be able to

provide this service daily.

The lights are back on! A big thanks to Dave Mohr, Eastern Iowa Light & Power Cooperative and Tim Nelson, Nelson Electric for teaming up to fix the flood lights

on the Muscatine entry signs welcoming visitors to our community.

The Muscatine Convention & Visitor’s Bureau celebrated with a “Launch Lunch” on July 23, welcoming the new CVB Coordinator Hannah Wilke.

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Calling All Local Businesses – Leadership Muscatine is Now Seeking Participants

Leadership Muscatine is kicking-off its 26th year and we are looking for people with drive and the ability to want to enhance their community leadership skills, while being interested in serving in a leadership capacity in Muscatine.

GMCCI and Muscatine Community College co-sponsor Leadership Muscatine. Since inception in 1988, over 500 participants have graduated and a significant proportion of those graduates still live, work and are actively involved in the Muscatine community.

Participation in this program requires a serious time commitment. Thirteen sessions plus a group project requires between 75 and 95 hours, over a seven month period) to complete the program. Participants, whether new or life-long residents of Muscatine, will gain a better understanding of the community as well as the different organizations and leaders that make Muscatine an exceptional Midwest community.

The 2013-2014 class will begin their experience with an orientation luncheon on September 26 and then will continue with two sessions a month concluding in the Spring of 2014. Tuition for the program is $450.00. Partial scholarships are available by contacting the Community Foundation of Greater Muscatine.

Please see the enclosed application in this newsletter. Encourage your associates who you feel would be a good candidate to this program to apply. If you have any questions please call GMCCI at (563) 263-8895 or chamber@muscatine.com.

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Sponsors, Parade Participants, Volunteers & SupportersMuscatine Independence Day

Fireworks SponsorsAffordable Metal ManufacturingAles, David E. and Janet L. All American CareAllbee, Jr., Harvey and Jo AnnAlliant EnergyAxel, JoanBeckey Insurance & Financial ServicesBridgestone Commercial SolutionsCentral State BankCommunity BankCurtis Pest ControlDaufeldt, JaneEastern Iowa Light & Power Co-OpFamily Eye & Contact Lens CenterFamily VideoFirst National Bank of MuscatineFitzgerald ConstructionFrancesca & Salvatore Vitale'sHappy Joe's PizzaHarper's Cycling & FitnessHNI Charitable FoundationHome Inspections PlusHy-Vee MainstreetIntegrated Technology PartnersKent CorporationLifetime DentistryMartin & Whitacre Surveyors & EngineersMiller-Harrison Insurance CompanyMissipi Brewing CompanyMonsanto CompanyMuscatine County Abstract CompanyMuscatine County DemocratsMuscatine Veterinary Hospital, P.C.Musco Sports LightingPort City UndergroundRiver Bend Tae Kwon Do LLCRiver City All-Stars CheerleadersShop 2 DropStar CollectablesTripp, DennisV. H. Willis CompanyWal-Mart SuperCenterWTC CommunicationsYouth Sports Foundation

Muscatine Independence Day Parade Winners Mayor's Award Stinky's House of HorrorsBest of Show - Overall River City All Star CheerleadersBest of Show - Vehicle Moody Heating & AirBest of Show - Equestrian Ginger the Firecracker Miniature PonyBest of Show - Float Big Brothers Big SistersBest of "Futurtistic 4th" Theme Citizens for an Off Leash Muscatine Park for DogsBest Display of - Community Pride Shop 2 DropBest Use of - Patriotic Music Muscatine County RepublicansBest Use of - Recycled Materials Muscatine Soccer Club

Muscatine Independence Day Volunteers & SupportersChad BishopCharlie HarperCity of MuscatineDanny GarrisonDavid FultonFirst National Bank of MuscatineGary Diericks Hahn Ready Mix Heather ShoppaIowa Department of Natural ResourcesJane DaufeldtJohn ElshoffKWPC 860 AM/MAC 93.1 FMMike & Dee HansenMiller & Harrison InsuranceMuscatine Jaycee'sMuscatine Community College

Muscatine Fire DepartmentMuscatine JournalMuscatine Police DepartmentMuscatine Power and WaterMuscatine Search and RescueMuscatine Symphony OrchestraMusser Public LibraryPam Collins Precision EquipmentRich KlimesRock Island Sheriff DepartmentSteve HansenThe Brown FamilyUnited RentalsU. S. Department of Homeland Security and U.S. Coast Guard

A Big Thanks to All Muscatine Independence Day

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Sponsors, Parade Participants, Volunteers & SupportersA Big Thanks to All Muscatine Independence Day

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Lynn Allison, RE/MAX ProfessionalsBob Allbee, Muscatine Community College

Doug Buster, Fabricators PlusGary Carlson, HNI Corporation

Pam Collins, Musser Public LibraryJerry Riibe, Muscatine Community School District

Nick Gow, Young Professionals NetworkTom Green, H.J. Heinz, L.P.

Kevin Harle, SSABGreg Harris, Bridgestone BandagJames Hayes, Trinity Muscatine

Tom Hendricks, Taco John’s of MuscatineBob Howard, Central State BankStan Howe, Member Emeritus

Scott Ingstad, First National BankSteve Jameson, Muscatine Journal

Haydee King, Carriage House Carpet OneDaniel Klassen, Raymond-Muscatine, Inc.

GMCCI Board of Directors 2013-2014

Paul Kraushaar, Muscatine Physical TherapyDoug Krieger, Krieger Motor Company

John Kuhl, Kent CorporationSal LoBianco, Muscatine Power & WaterGregg Mandsager, City of MuscatineJay McKee, McKee Button Company

Ann Meeker, Muscatine Downtown Investors, LLC.Dave Mohr, Eastern Iowa Light & Power

Kasey O’Kelly, Hy-Vee Dan Paca, Kent FeedsDavid Penn, Monsanto

Mark Post, Carver PumpJim Reynolds, Reynolds Engineering

Gary Slight, Community BankRick Smith, Stanley Consultants

Nancy Snaadt, Alliant EnergyJeff Sorensen, Muscatine County

Tiarr Sweere, Stanley, Lande & Hunter PC

OfficersChair of the Board

Sal LoBianco, Muscatine Power and Water Past Chair

David Penn, MonsantoChair Elect

Doug Krieger, Krieger Motor CompanyTreasurer & Chair-Finance

Rick Smith, Stanley ConsultantsChair – Membership

Bob Allbee, Muscatine Community CollegeChair – Community DevelopmentSteve Jameson, Muscatine JournalChair - Economic Development

Doug Krieger, Krieger Motor CompanyChair – Public Policy

Lynn Allison, RE/MAX Professionals

Directors

1 AugSCORE1:30 to 3:30 PM

2 AugNew Member Orientation BreakfastGMCCI Office8 to 9:15 AM

8 Aug SCORE 1:30 to 3:30 PM

Business After HoursAll-American Care of Muscatine5 to 7 PM

15 AugSCORE1:30 to 3:30 PM

22 AugSCORE1:30 to 3:30 PM

23 AugGMCCI Full Board MeetingMuscatine Community Schools District OfficeNoon to 1 PM

29 AugSCORE1:30 to 3:30 PM

City of Muscatine Nancy E. Kent Animal Shelter

Muscatine Art Center Leadership Muscatine

Muscatine Riverfront Development Wahkonsa Country Club

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Muscatine Community College Durant Legion Post 430

West Branch Legion Post 514 Louisa County Veterans

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Individuals from the community will be selected based on meeting the following criteria:

Leadership Experience: The individual has been a leader in some capacity in Muscatine or other communities. Community References: The individual submits a minimum of two references that state why the person is a qualified candidate for Leadership Muscatine.

I have previously applied ______Yes ______No I have lived in the Muscatine area for _______ (yrs.) Name: _________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Home Address: ______________________________________________________ Home Phone: _______________________________ Work Address: _________________________________________________ Work Phone: ________________________________ E-mail: _____________________________________________________________ Fax Number: ________________________________ Employer: ______________________________________________________________________________________________________

Organizations/Activities Position(s) Held Reference Person My greatest contributions to these organizations/activities have been: ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ In my opinion, these are three important issues in the Muscatine area today: 1.__________________________________________________________________________________________________ 2.__________________________________________________________________________________________________ 3.__________________________________________________________________________________________________ I am interested in providing LEADERSHIP in these areas or in these ways: ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ I would like to develop the following personal skills that would improve my leadership ability within the community: ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ These personal qualities would make me a good candidate for the program: ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

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____________________________________________________________________________________________________ Signature Address Date Program fee is $450.00: ___Employer will pay ___I will pay

___I am seeking a partial scholarship from Community Foundation of Greater Muscatine. I understand that the program will require both personal time and work time and that attendance is required. I WILL BE ABLE TO MAKE ARRANGEMENTS TO ATTEND THE SESSIONS. Signature Address Date Applications due by Friday, August 9, 2013 to: Leadership Muscatine, 102 Walnut St., Muscatine, IA 52761 or email to sfulton@muscatine.com Questions may be directed to Susan Fulton (563) 263-8895 or sfulton@muscatine.com

July 10, 2013 Dear Chamber Members, Leadership Muscatine is kicking-off its 26th year and we are looking for people with drive and ability who want to enhance their community leadership skills, and are interested in serving in a leadership capacity in Muscatine! Greater Muscatine Chamber of Commerce & Industry (GMCCI) and Muscatine Community College (MCC) co-sponsor Leadership Muscatine. Since its beginning in 1988, over 500 participants have graduated. A significant proportion of the class members are actively involved in improving the quality of life in Muscatine. Participation in the program requires a serious time commitment. Thirteen sessions plus a group project requires between 75 and 95 hours (over a seven-month period) to successfully complete the program. Participants, whether new to Muscatine or lifelong residents, will gain a better understanding of the many different organizations and their leaders that work to make Muscatine an exceptional community. Class members will build strong friendships with other future leaders and be challenged to get involved to make a positive impact on our community. The 2013-2014 Leadership Muscatine class will begin their experience with an orientation luncheon on September 26, and will continue with two sessions per month concluding in the Spring of 2014. Individuals from the community will be selected on the basis of meeting the following criteria:

Leadership Experience: The individual has been or has an interest in being a leader in some capacity in Muscatine or other communities. Community References: The individual submits a minimum of two references that state why the person is a qualified candidate for Leadership Muscatine.

Tuition for the program is $450.00. Partial scholarships are also available by contacting the Community Foundation of Greater Muscatine. Please help us by giving the application forms to your associates who you feel would be good candidates for this program and encourage them to apply. The deadline for applications is Friday, August 9, 2013. If you have any questions about this program, please call the Greater Muscatine Chamber of Commerce & Industry at (563) 263-8895 or chamber@muscatine.com. Thank you for your support of the Leadership Muscatine program, as we develop tomorrow’s leaders today! ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■

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102 Walnut S t . ■ Musca t ine , I owa 52761 ■ Phone 563.263.8895 ■ Fax 563 .263.7662

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Poison ivy, poison oak, and poison sumac plants all contain a compound called urushiol, a light, colorless oil. This oil is found on the fruit, leaves, stem, roots, and sap of the plant. You can be exposed to urushiol by touching the sap or rubbing against the leaves of the plant any time of the year. Exposure can also occur by touching an object (such as a pet or a garden tool) which has urushiol on it. You can also be exposed to urushiol by breathing in smoke when these toxic plants are burned. Ginkgo fruit and the skin of mangoes also contain urushiol and can produce symptoms similar to poison ivy dermatitis.

After contact with urushiol, approximately 50% of people develop poison ivy dermatitis. The severity varies from person to person. The most common symptoms are intense itching, skin swelling, and skin redness. Usually, the symptoms develop within 4 hours to 4 days after exposure. After the initial symptoms, fluid-filled blisters will develop in a line or streak-like pattern. The symptoms are usually worse within 1-14 days, however can develop up to 21 days after exposure especially if it’s the first time being exposed to urushiol. The blisters can occur at different times on different parts of the body. This doesn’t mean that the reaction is spreading from one area to another. The fluid that leaks from the blisters does not spread the rash. Poison ivy dermatitis is not contagious and cannot be passed from person to person. However, urushiol can be carried under the fingernails and on clothing. If another person comes in contact with the urushiol, they can develop poison ivy.

Poison ivy will usually clear up within 1-3 weeks without treatment. Some treatments that can help relieve the symptoms are:

• Skin treatments, such as Aveeno in the bath, wet com presses and calamine lotion to help relieve itching. If the blisters are weeping fluid, compresses of Burrow’s solution or Domeboro can help.

• Antihistamine does not help much in relieving the itching from poison ivy; however, the types that cause drowsiness (like Benadryl) can help you sleep.

• Steroid creams can give relief, however, over the counter types, like hydrocortisone, are usually not strong enough for poison ivy. You would need to see a health care

provider to get a prescription. Steroid creams are most helpful if used within the first few days.

• Oral steroid Prednisone tablets are sometimes necessary if the symptoms are severe or the rash covers a large area. Pills are usually given over 14-21 days with a gradually tapering dosage.

• Antibiotics may be necessary if the rash gets infected.

• Other creams and lotions: It is not a good idea to use antihistamine creams, anesthetic creams containing benzocaine, or antibiotic creams containing neomycin. People often develop allergies to these products, which can make the rash even worse.

Preventing Poison IvyThe best way to prevent poison ivy dermatitis is to avoid the plants. Wear protective clothing, which includes long sleeves and pants when working in areas which could contain poison ivy. Wear heavy duty vinyl gloves when doing garden or yard work. The oils from toxic plants can seep through latex gloves or light rubber gloves. If you suspect that you have come into contact with poison ivy, remove the contaminated clothing and gently wash your skin with mild soap and water. Special products to help remove the oil, such as Zanfel and Tecnu are also available. If you wash the area within 10 minutes of exposure, it can reduce the severity of symptoms. Washing more than 10 minutes after exposure usually doesn’t help.

Creams and ointments that make a barrier layer between the skin and urushiol oil can help people who are frequently exposed. Barrier creams include, Ivy Block, Hollister Moisture Barrier, Hydropel, and IvyX. Apply the barrier cream less than 1 hour before exposure and wash it off within 4 hours after exposure. The barrier cream does not PREVENT the urushiol from reacting with the skin, it only delays it. This process has to be reapplied every 4 hours. Used appropriately, the barrier creams can be effective in reducing the severity of symptoms.

Scratch “Poison Ivy” off your list for the summer!

What is Occupational Medicine?Occupational Medicine is the branch of medicine that deals with work-related diseases and injuries incurred at work.

Trinity Muscatine Occupational Medicine DepartmentThe Occupational Medicine staff is specifically trained for their role in providing workplace health care services to businesses and industries while promoting the overall health and productivity of workers, their families and communities.

Rhea J. Allen, M.D., M.P.H.

Dr. Allen has over 15 years of experience in Occupational Medicine. She has a B.S. in chemical engineering from the University of Iowa and worked in the industry for 5 years before returning to the University to pursue her M.D. Dr. Allen also has a Master of Public Health degree with an emphasis in occupational and environmental medicine.

Karen Pierce, PA-C

Karen Pierce, PA-C, completed her undergraduate studies in Biology at the University of Iowa, Physician Assistant Master’s studies in 1995 from the University of Iowa College of Medicine. She has been employed with Trinity Muscatine since 1995 working in Family Practice, Pediatrics, Express Care and Occupational Medicine Departments.

This education and experience allow the Occupational Medicine Department at Trinity Muscatine to offer more than a “company doctor” who may specialize in any number of fields. The Occupational Medicine Staff is specifically devoted and trained to promote safety, prevent injuries and return employees to work in a timely and appropriate manner.

Hours of Operation:

Monday through Friday8 a.m. to 12 p.m.; 1-5 p.m.

The phone will be answered from 12-1 p.m.

After hours the physician on call may be reached by calling 264-3220 or 262-4120 and asking for the Occupational Medicine Doctor.

Trinity Muscatine Occupational Medicine

The Occupational Medicine Department works closely with: • Hospital Emergency Department and Express Care• Physical Therapists• On-site laboratory• Radiology• Other specialists

Services• Treatment of work-related injuries • X-ray available• Substance abuse testing using the eScreen™ Screening System • Collections for urine drug testing • Breath alcohol testing • Medical Review Officer (MRO services)• Immunizations• Hearing conservation• Physicals • Pre-employment (post-offer) • Department of Transportation • Surveillance • Respiratory Clearance • Fitness-For-Duty • Immigration Physical• Disability evaluation• Screening tests available in-house • Vision, Hearing • Lab studies• Spirometry• Blood Borne Pathogens Exposure follow-up• Safety Programs and Education• Specialized Screening and Wellness

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WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 2013

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