by Pam Blomgren The Oskaloosa City Council meeting lasted just barely 45 minutes last evening (March 20) and, intertwined with routine activity, were familiar strains of sentiment heard in earlier meetings: ‘we don’t need this’ and ‘this isn’t necessary.’ Following the community comments section – of which there were none – and the consent agenda, […]
Money. It’s a topic business start-ups, entrepreneurs, and business owners address daily. Whether it’s learning how to make ends meet or finding money to address successful expansion, the topic generated a lively discussion Friday morning when The Exchange for Entrepreneurs hosted special guest Bryan Ziegler and his presentation “Finding Money.” Ziegler is the Regional Director […]
by Pam Blomgren In an effort to continue its mission of empowering the local entrepreneurial community, The Exchange sponsored a presentation on March 18 entitled “What can 124 North Market Do For You?” The presentation was held at Smokey Row. (For upcoming presentations and more information about The Exchange for Entrepreneurs, visit www.theexchangeoskaloosa.com.) The four […]
The Emerald Ash Borer has devastated ash trees across Iowa and the United States. Though the pest has not been spotted in Oskaloosa, it has affected trees Eddyville and DNR (Department of Natural Resources) say it is just a matter of time Oskaloosa Ash trees are infected as well. Knowing this and the effect the borer […]
With no one from the public commenting and no discussion regarding the Consent Agenda, which passed unanimously, the Oskaloosa City Council’s November 2 meeting lasted just little under an hour. Two items prompted significant discussion in that hour meeting: the process leading up to levying special assessments for cutting and removal of weeds, and the Council’s […]
Oskaloosa Mayor David Krutzfeldt provided several opportunities for residents to get involved. There are several openings on various committees which cater to a wide variety of interests. The current, as of November 2, list includes: Airport Commission – One vacancy to fill upon appointment for an unexpired term that ends December 31, 2015. This is […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – More than half of the 90-minute Oskaloosa City Council meeting, which took place October 19, dealt with detailed discussion of the proposed changes and options for the Fire Station construction project. The Council had learned in September, bids for renovations were nearly $1 million higher than estimated. At a study session on […]
The Oskaloosa City Band will perform on the bandstand on Thursday evening at 8 p.m. This week’s guest conductor is Rich Waddington, Director of Bands at Oskaloosa High School. The band will play a wide variety of marches, showtunes, and traditional American Folk Songs to entertain the crowd. Each week, local businesses provide complimentary refreshments, […]
