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10. Everyone Wins When We Do 30. Carlisle Iowa in the 2018 Business & Business in Carlisle 31. Middle of Everywhere Community Guide 11. Chamber Bucks 32. Carlisle Nature trail 12. Alpha Chamber Members 33. It is an Exciting Time TABLE OF 14. Our fine, friendly businesses 34. Mayor’s Letter welcome you 35. City of Carlisle CONTENTS 15. Category Chamber Members 40. Youth Activities Welcome from 18. Chamber Business Mix 41. List of things to do is endless 19. Friendly Professional Service the Chamber! 42. History of Carlisle & 20. Medical and Health Care Randleman House 4. Welcome to Carlisle 21. Agribusiness 43. Carlisle Chamber of 5. New Gymnasium and more! 22. Non-profits, churches, freedom C ommerce website 6. Chamber Commitment for youth 44. Warren County Websites 7. Champion Sponsors 23. Making Memories in Carlisle 45. Warren County Economic 8. Chamber Sponsors Programs 24. Community Calendar of Events Development and Activities 26. Schools 46. Hartford 9. Chamber Board Members Website 29. Downtown Carlisle Map 47. Join the Chamber

For the latest list of chamber members and events, log on to www.carlisleiachamber.org “Like” Carlisle Iowa Chamber on Facebook and Follow the Chamber on Twitter for daily news.

Cover photos courtesy of Mark Davitt. 2018 Chamber of Commerce Business and Community Guide. 2018 Chamber of Commerce Business and Community Guide editor Barbara Rasko with Impact! by Barb, Inc. Assisted by Steve Danielson and Andrea Houghton, Des Moines Register Media. Disclaimer: All reasonable care has been executed to ensure accuracy of information contained in this publication. The Record Herald and Indianola Tribune and, IMPACT! by Barb Inc. and Carlisle Area Chamber of Commerce acknowledge that printed materials is subject to error and do not warrant or guarantee the information contained herein. The 2018 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 May 2018. These materials are 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 permission of all three entities

WELCOME! We are excited to welcome you to Carlisle, and encourage you to enjoy your time here, whether it is a day or a lifetime. Carlisle is the jewel in the Des Moines metro where you can create life-long friendships, know your neighbors, participate in small-town school, church and community events, get outdoors to exercise and play, and create the lifestyle that makes Carlisle home for your family. Our Chamber represents a vibrant and striving business community built on the fact that Everyone Wins When We All Shop in Carlisle. If you are bringing a business to Carlisle, we look forward to helping you prosper. We are glad you’re here! Stephany Goodhue, President Carlisle Chamber of Commerce

www.carlisleiachamber.org 3 WELCOME TO CARLISLE WELCOME TO CARLISLE... We are glad you’re here! We believe you will be, too!

Photo courtesy of Ethel Lee Carlisle is small town Iowa living. A up camp at Webb’s RV Park, or take in a ball community where everyone is your neighbor game at one of our city parks. It’s all right and no one is a stranger. Our community here.

provides a safe and secure place to raise a Carlisle is part of one of the fastest growing family, participate in local events, shop, and economic regions in the United States. Our dine without all the hustle and bustle of the Chamber of Commerce and The Greater big towns. Des Moines Partnership are focused on If the big town is your thing, we are just 20 maintaining our strong and vibrant business minutes from downtown Des Moines and community. Entrepreneurs, locally owned no more than 30 minutes from any metro businesses, regional companies, and major activities you desire. corporations all benefits from this business

Nestled in the Des Moines River basin, friendly environment. Carlisle enjoys a lush natural setting. Enjoy We, the Carlisle community, welcome you! a bike ride on the Summerset Bike Trail, set Explore and enjoy all that we have to offer!

4 Find us on Facebook /carlisleiachamber NEW GYMNASIUM AND MORE! CARLISLE CSD BUILDING FOR OUR FUTURE

Carlisle CSD voters overwhelmingly approved a $17 million “no tax increase” bond issue that will fund the district’s Phase II Projects.

Phase II Projects include $14.5 million for construction of a new indoor activities center, $750,000 for renovations and Construction on the Phase II projects will relocation of the high school Art and start the Spring of 2018 with the industrial Industrial Tech classrooms, $600,000 tech project and the indoor activities center for district-wide security/technology the Fall of 2018. All of the Phase II Projects improvements, $550,000 for energy efficiency improvements at the Elementary School, and are scheduled for completion by 2021. Visit $600,000 for district-wide upgrades for K-12 the district website to learn more about the classroom furniture updates. Phase II Projects at www.carlislecsd.org.

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www.carlisleiachamber.org 5 CARLISLE AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE CHAMBER COMMITMENT: Improve the Local Economy and Enhance the Quality of Life FOR ALL Mission invitation to you to join us. The Carlisle Area Chamber of Commerce exists The relationships you build, the opportunities available to promote the economic vitality of its members, to you, and the good you will do, are well worth encourage economic development, and to enhance the the investment. Our goal is for you and the Carlisle quality of life. business community to benefit from your membership. Vision The Chamber and community benefit from getting The Carlisle Area Chamber of Commerce will be the to know you, and being involved with you and your focal point for the business community of Carlisle, business or organization. Iowa. Carlisle Area Chamber of Commerce members • Is the “go to” resource for advocacy, education, and hold dual membership with the Greater Des Moines resources for Carlisle businesses and for the Carlisle Partnership. Benefits include: community overall. • Promotion in front of current and future customers • Is the catalyst for change and growth in the local in the Carlisle Chamber Business and Community economy to create a prosperous business climate in Guide, on www.carlisleiachamber.org and www. Carlisle. desmoinesmetro.com, and on social media. • Develops and nurtures relationships with • Networking and personal development, including government, educational organizations, and other business and leadership skills, at quarterly meetings community sectors to facilitate the needs and and special events, educational workshops, interests of the business community. legislative forums and meetings, county-wide chamber and other events. Vision for Member Involvement Chamber members rely on and respect the value • Pertinent information that may affect your and benefits we consistently deliver. As a result, our business is available through email and newsletter members participate in our programs because they communication. are relevant and pertinent to our members. They feel Members are encouraged to be active, get involved, the Chamber and our programs are integral to their get to know your peers, and have fun at our many financial and organizational success. events. Our Chamber Board’s working committees and task To learn more about the benefits of belonging to the forces are well-led and enjoy strong support and Carlisle Chamber, please call 515/ 989-4216, or visit Chamber member participation. www.Carisleiachamber.org. The Carlisle Area Chamber of Commerce Welcomes Businesses, Organizations and Individuals If you have a business to build, products or services To learn more about the benefits of to sell, organizations to grow, or, as an individual are belonging to the Chamber, please call interested in supporting and giving back to Carlisle, 515-989-4216 or visit the Carlisle Area Chamber of Commerce extends an www.carlisleiachamber.org.

Former Mayor Ruth Randleman was honored as the 2017 Citizen of Chamber Office at 27 School Street (Post Office Box 487), Carlisle, IA 50047 the Year at the Carlisle Area Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Dinner at Photo: Barbara Rasko Summerset Winery. Photo: Sara Davis, The Carlisle Citizen

6 Find us on Facebook /carlisleiachamber CHAMPION SPONSORS THANK YOU TO OUR CHAMPION SPONSORS PLATINUM MEMBERS

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www.carlisleiachamber.org 7 THE CHAMBER SPONSORS EVENTS THE CHAMBER SPONSORS PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES TO SERVE Chamber Members and the Community Like Carlisle Iowa Chamber of Commerce on Facebook. Join our more than 1,000 followers who stay in the know with the activities, offers and news from our Chamber members.

ANNUAL CHAMBER Cooperates with the City of Carlisle, Warren County PROGRAMS Economic Development and the Community Visioning Chamber of Commerce Annual Dinner. Chamber Project. members gather every January to recognize the Citizen Encourages tourism in cooperation with the Warren of the Year, Business of the Year, Employee of the Year, and our Friend of Education award recipient. Member County Board of Supervisors. successes are shared and our annual Chamber of Offers Carlisle Area Chamber of Commerce Commerce Betterment Grants are awarded. Chamber Bucks which can be redeemed at any Welcome Back to School Breakfast. Every August Chamber business. the Chamber of Commerce says, “Welcome back” to Carlisle Community School teachers and staff with a breakfast. Chamber Golf Outing. Come out and enjoy a day of golf and good fun! This August event helps raise money for youth activities and other events in our community. PumpkinFest. Held in October, this event includes a costume parade, trunk or treat, pumpkin carving contests, and live entertainment. Light-Up Carlisle. Help us welcome Santa and “light up the town” to kick off the holiday season. CARLISLE CHAMBER GIVES BACK The Chamber invites children to Photos with Santa Photo: Barbara Rasko Annual Donations to the community. 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, PumpkinFest and Photos with Santa. Since 2014 the Chamber has offered the Carlisle Area Chamber of Commerce Community Betterment Grants. Participates in Iowa Legislative Opening Night Reception. 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 Visit www.carlisleiachamber.org on a regular basis to see a list of Development Corporation, Warren County Legislative chamber members by category or alphabetically, to buy a family Luncheon, Affiliate Presidents and Executive Directors membership to help support the community for $100, to apply to for a of the Greater Des Moines Partnership, and Chamber Chamber Community Betterment Grant, dominate a Citizen or Business of the Year, and more. Night at the Iowa Cubs.

8 Find us on Facebook /carlisleiachamber CHAMBER BOARD MEMBERS 2018 CARLISLE CHAMBER Board of Directors

Stephany Goodhue, Dr. Brandon Eighmy, Janie Norton, John Sinclair, Board President Board Secretary Board Treasurer Board Ex-officio Realtor® Director of Human Resources & Branch Manager VP of Loans Iowa Realty School Services Carlisle Community Schools Peoples Bank Peoples Bank

Bryce Amos Steve Danielson Ronda Frost Lynn Schattner Superintendent Account Executive Parks & Rec Owner Carlisle Community Des Moines Register Department Head Cyber Solutions Schools City of Carlisle

Matthew Monson Kasey Peterson Matt Wanderscheid Grocery Manager Director DPT, ATC Fareway Food Peterson 21st Century Stores Funeral Home Rehab Carlisle THANK YOU TO TWO LONG-TIME BOARD MEMBERS Dan Crum Scott James Dan joined the Scot joined the Carlisle Chamber Board Carlisle Chamber Board in 2008. in 2010. He served as He served as V.P. in 2013, Board Secretary from President in 2014 & 2015, 2008 through 2017 and Ex-officio in 2016. Thanks, Dan! Thanks, Scott!

WE INVITE YOU TO JOIN US AND GET INVOLVED IN YOUR COMMUNITY

The Carlisle Area Chamber of Commerce is a membership organization, supported by the Carlisle business community and managed by a member elected Board of Directors. Board members are volunteers who work in the spirit of community betterment and economic vitality. In cooperation with The Greater Des Moines Partnership and the City of Carlisle, efforts are constantly being made to preserve and strengthen the business and tourism environment for the benefit of all citizens, community members and visitors of Carlisle, Iowa. Become a Chamber of Commerce member and receive membership benefits for as little as $150 annually. Visit us at www.carlisleiachamber.org for available packages.

www.carlisleiachamber.org 9 EVERYONE WINS

The advantage of small town living is the relationships you build with others in your community. The people are the heart of our community, and that makes Submitted Photo everything just a little more comfortable and enjoyable. • You will enjoy quality meals, attractions, and services It is also advantageous to keep dollars spent in Carlisle. • You and your family will have more local job Our desirable quality of life depends on a strong opportunities Carlisle economy and a thriving business community • You will see improved streets and sidewalks in this and accountable funding of our tax dollars. community Where do our taxes go? In part, to educate Carlisle’s • Your business-owning family, friends and neighbors kids and prepare them for their future, travel on well- will stay in business maintained roads and sidewalks, be protected by • Your schools, city, churches and organizations quality police and fire departments, a fine library, parks will thrive and other amenities that support a quality lifestyle. • Your Natural Choice recreational activities will The dollars spent outside the county or charged online, increase hurt the local economy and do not support the Carlisle • Your business-to-business relationships will be tax base. How much money, for example, do you want strengthened to spend to support the kids and roads in Des Moines, • You will benefit from living in a friendly, happy, full- West Des Moines, and Ankeny? The Carlisle Chamber service community as more businesses open to serve encourages you to keep a good share of your business your needs in Carlisle or in the county. • You will give welcomed gifts when you wrap up How do you benefit from doing business in Carlisle? Carlisle Chamber Bucks!

10 Find us on Facebook /carlisleiachamber CHAMBER BUCKS CHAMBER BUCKS from $5 and Up… A Great Gift Idea! Buy CHAMBER BUCKS by calling (515) 989-4216 or at Peoples Bank. They can be used for food and retail purchases, school lunches, savings accounts, childcare, electric bill, doctor’s appointments, and donations to churches and non-profits. Use Carlisle Chamber Bucks like cash. Note, they are not redeemable for cash. Spend CHAMBER BUCKS at the Chamber Member Businesses listed in this Chamber Business Directory and on www.carlisleiachamber.org. 21st Century Rehab Carlisle VFW Randleman House AJ’s Service Casey’s General Store Record Herald & Indianola Alternative Outdoors City of Carlisle Tribune Avondale Veterinary Des Moines River Dental Roadside Tacos Healthcare Complex Care Sauter Automotive Back Alley Smokehouse Fareway Store Snap Fitness Cal’s Fine Food and Spirits Fiss’ Ice Cream St. Elizabeth Seton Charter Accounting •Subs •Salads Catholic Church Catalpa Flowers & Gifts Freedom for Youth Stadium View and Carlisle Area Historical Great Western Bank Johnny & Mike’s Pizza Society Indoff Office Solutions Studio Fusco Carlisle Auto Wash Iowa State Extension and Summerset Winery Carlisle Chiropractic Clinic, Outreach – Warren County Three Rivers Community PC & Acupuncture Jenkins Garden Market & Church Carlisle Christian Church Landscaping TMC Auto Body Carlisle Citizen LaVilla Mexican Restaurant Tru Bank Carlisle Community Schools Lucky Nails Carlisle Dental Medicap Carlisle Girl’s Softball Pharmacy 515-809-1018515-809-101809 0 8 Carlisle Little League Mercy Carlisle Carlisle Parks & Rec Family Practice Carlisle True Value Clinic 515-809-1018 Carlisle United Optometric www.freedomselfstoragecarlisle.net Methodist Church Associates 3000 Gateway Dr., Carlisle Carlisle Veterinary Clinic Peoples Bank West of Peoples Bank, Mercy Clinic, Gateway Drive, off Hiway 5, Carlisle

www.carlisleiachamber.org 11 MEMBER DIRECTORY Carlisle Area Chamber of Commerce Membership 21st Century Rehab, P.C. Carlisle Area Chamber of Carlisle Girls Softball Des Moines River Dental Care (515) 989-0100 Commerce Association (515) 989-3180 Physical Therapy (515) 989-4216 (515) 240-8670 Dental Youth Organization Advanced Asphalt/ Concrete Business Support/ Economic Edward Jones (515) 707-8206 Development Carlisle Little League (515) 989-4100 Contractor/ Asphalt/ Concrete Carlisle Area Historical (515) 480-7719 Investments Youth Organization AJ’s Service Society etc!graphics, Inc. (515) 989-2036 (515) 360-0981 Carlisle Public Library (515) 989-0900 Automotive/ Service Station History/ Museum/ Events/ (515) 989-0909 Advertising/ Signs Buffet Library Alternative Outdoors FarewayStore, Inc. (515) 423-2912 Carlisle Auto Wash Carlisle Soccer Club Grocery(515) 989-2083 Outdoor/ Sporting Goods/ Taxidermy (515) 371-5115 (515) 989-1527 Market (515)-989-4064 Car Wash Youth Organization Grocer Avalayne Hair Studio 515-689-0010 Carlisle Center for Carlisle United Methodist Fiss’ Ice Cream • Subs • Haircare Wellness and Rehabilitation Church Salads (515) 989-0871 (515) 989-3552 (515) 989-0040 Avondale Veterinary Assisted Living/ Nursing Home/ Church Restaurants/ Catering Healthcare Complex Rehabilitation (515) 262-6111 Carlisle Veterinary Clinic Freedom For Youth Veterinarian Carlisle Chiropractic Clinic (515) 989-4075 515.724.9669 Veterinarian Youth Activities Back Alley Smokehouse PC & Acupuncture (515) 989-4410 (515) 989-0097 Carlisle VFW – Post 2099 Freedom Self Storage 24/7 Restaurants/ Catering Chiropractor/ Acupuncture (515) 989-9394 (515) 809-1018 Bar Storage Bartholomew Farms Ltd. Carlisle Christian Church (515) 989-0176 Casey’s General Store #14 General Mills, Inc. (515) 249-1497 (515) 989-4011 Individual Membership Church (515) 262-9353 (515) 989-3153 Pizza Manufacturing/ Food Bishop Electric Carlisle Citizen Convenience Stores (515) 989-0525 Goodhue-Nolte Insurance (515) 989-0909 Casey’s General Store #1676 Contractor/ Electrical Communications/ Publishing (515) 989-3200 (515) 989-2016 Insurance Bubba’s Washboard Carlisle Community Schools (515) 989-0011 Pizza (515) 971-6017 (515) 989-3589 Convenience Stores Great Western Bank Laundromat Education (515) 989-3255 Casey’s General Store #3404 Banks Cal’s Fine Food & Spirits Carlisle Dental (515) 989-4028 (515) 989-2000 (515) 989-0447 (515) 989-4035 Pizza Greater Des Moines Restaurants/ Catering Dental Convenience Stores Partnership (515) 286-4950 Catalpa Flowers & Gifts Business Support/ Economic (515) 989-5280 Development Flowers and Gifts Greenwood’s Sewer Service Central Iowa Insurance (515) 989-2772 Services, Inc. Sewer Service (515) 989-0047 Insurance Heartland Co-op (515) 266-4215 Chad Johnson at Agribusiness CrossTheT Photography [email protected] Hubbell Realty Family/Weddings/Senior Photos (515) 280-2059 Real Estate, Town Homes CHARTER ACCOUNTING, PLC (515) 256-6326 Hunter, Carroll and Wanda Accounting (515) 989-3330 City of Carlisle Individual Membership (515) 989-3224 Indoff Office Solutions Government Loretta Burk Coldwell Banker 515) 953-7401 Paula Mahnke, REALTOR® Office Furniture/ Supplies/ (515) 224-3019 Promotional Items Hello. Real Estate From your neighborhood bank. Communication Innovators Communityisn’t just de nedbyadotonthe map. (515) 262-7686 Voice, Data, Security and AV It canbede nedbysharedvalues. Ideas. Dreams. Services Andthe teamwork it takestoget thosedreams Crown Homes done.Soeventhoughcommunity is more than a Andrew Long location,we’re gladthatweare in yours. (515) 650-0723 Contractors/ Home Builders/ Carlisle: 100N.1st St. Remodeling 515.989.3255 Cyber Solutions, LLC GreatWesternBank.com (641) 352-5290 Technology Solutions and Services D. Wright Construction ©2018, GreatWestern Bank (515) 989-0706 Contractor/General 12 Find us on Facebook /carlisleiachamber MEMBER DIRECTORY

Tru Value Hardware Three Rivers Community 515-259-9872 Church, Carlisle Hardware (515) 528-6070 Churches Scotch Ridge Vineyard (515) 989-4221 Tru Bank Agribusiness/ Grapes (515) 961-5880 Bank Snap Fitness (515) 989-2025 UgleeLawn Service Fitness (515) 989-0911 Lawn Service South Park Apartments (515) 707-1222 Warren County Economic Apartments Development Corporation (515) 961-1067 Spectrum Financial Business Support/ Economic (515) 224-3306 Development Investments Watkins, Larry St. Elizabeth Seton Catholic (515) 989-9999 Photo from Alternative Outdoors Church Individual Membership (515) 989-6059 Iowa Elevator Systems and Murphy Tower Service LLC Churches Webb’s RV Park Service, Inc. (515) 989-9225 (515) 989-0574 (515) 989-0679 Communications/ Cellular Stadium View Campgrounds Grain Storage/ Welding/ Crane (515) 989-4169 Webster Creative NCPG, LLC dba National Restaurants /Catering Service Playground Compliance (515) 681-2572 Iowa Realty Company Inc. (515) 989-0829 Studio Fusco Graphic Design Andrew Long Construction/ Playgrounds (515) 442-0204 Wildcat ABC Child Care (515) 650-0723 Ohnemus Construction Invitations/ Printing/ Web Design/ (515) 989-3972 Real Estate (515) 202-1805 Gifts Daycare Iowa Realty Company Inc. Contractors/ Home Builders/ Stuyvesant, Benton Woodhouse & Lee Stephany Goodhue, REALTOR® Remodeling andJudisch Construction (515) 720-9684 Optometric Associates of (515) 989-3263 (515) 989-3893office Real Estate Warren County, P.C. Attorneys (515) 249-5557 cell (515) 989-0889 Summerset Winery Contractor/ Concrete Iowa State University Optometrists Extension and Outreach (515) 961-3545 Wright’s Auto Sales Warren County Peoples Bank Wineries/ Weddings/ European (515) 989-0760 (515) 961-6237 (515) 989-3600 Tours Auto Sales Education Banks TMC Auto Body Wyckoff Heating & Cooling James Oil Company, LLC Peterson Funeral Home (515) 989-2798 (515) 287-6000 (515) 989-3314 (515) 989-3510 Automotive/ Repair Heating/ Cooling Petroleum Distributor Funeral Home Phoenix Cabinetry Jenkins Garden Market & (319) 530-8030 Landscaping Woodworking/ Custom (641) 891-1647 Kitchens/ Art Trees/ Shrubs/ Plants Randleman House Johnny & Mike’s Pizza (515) 360-0981 (515) 989-0222 Buffet/ Events/ Venue/ Tourist Restaurants/Catering Attraction LaVillaMexican Restaurant Randleman, Ruth (515) 528-9647 (515) 989-3133 Restaurants/ Catering /Banquet IndividualMembership Room Record Herald and Indianola Lee, Ethel Tribune (515) 494-6875 (515) 961-2511 Individual Membership Communication/ Publishing Lucky Nails River Bottom Raceway (515) 664-0809 (515) 975-8487 Nail Salon / Waxing Tourist Attraction McClure Engineering Roadside Tacos Food Company Truck & Catering (515) 964-1229 (515) 943-8385 Engineers Restaurants/ Catering Roberts Heating and Cooling Medicap Pharmacy (515) 989-0106 (515) 989-3216 Heating/ Cooling Pharmacy Sandstone Management Mercy Carlisle Family (515) 989-0557 Practice Clinic Construction/ Site Grading/ (515) 358-7300 Utilities Physicians Sauter Automotive Metro Waste Authority (515) 989-0089 (515) 224-0021 Automotive/ Repair snag the Waste Management trubank School Street Scholars app MidAmerican Energy Daycare (515) 251-6444 (515) 989-4515 Utility Day Care www.carlisleiachamber.org 13 BUSINESS MIX OUR FINE, FRIENDLY BUSINESSES Welcome You! Carlisle Chamber of Commerce members the game at Johnny and Mike’s Pizza at appreciate business from locals, welcome Stadium View. People travel from near new customers, and invite folks in and far for authentic Mexican at La Villa town for kid-sports and cyclists and Mexican Restaurant. hikers coming off the trails to visit their The 4th Saturday morning of the month, businesses. Whether you are stopping The Randleman House serves an all-you- by for good food and drink, looking for can-eat homemade breakfast buffet from a fun place to stop, need a tire change, 8:30 – 10:00. Eat it or carry out. Worth it! or are in town for worship, you will find professional, helpful business people, Pop in and have some fun at Summerset Winery. Relax with a glass of Iowa wine, welcoming congregations and friendly Photo courtesy of Steve Danielson, townspeople. listen to live music (and dance) during Des Moines Register Media their Sunday Tunes. You can also pick Find one of a kind treasurers at Catalpa Cabinetry for custom building, or Jenkins grapes and join the fun at other special Flowers & Gifts or the things you need Garden Market and Landscaping. events. to enjoy the great outdoors at Alternative The Carlisle Chamber has a number of Outdoors. You can restock your pantry at Fareway. top-notch real estate professionals to help Our 3 Casey’s General Stores are well- Our businesses are ready to take good you sell your house and find a home your care of you. Take time to be pampered at stocked and waiting for you. family will love. There are also a number Lucky Nails or create a beautiful wedding Take care of yourself! Visit Mercy Family of contractors and members in the at Summerset Winery. Practice Clinic, Carlisle Chiropractic Clinic building trades that have fine reputations Hungry? You’ll love the barbeque at Back PLC & Acupuncture on 21st Century and are known for quality work. Alley Smokehouse. A chocolate-dipped Physical Therapy. Medicap Pharmacy Currently there are new homes cone is the perfect treat year-round at goes above and beyond to help you with planned or under construction, as well Fiss’ Ice Cream • Subs • Salads. You prescriptions and information. as prime real estate available for can enjoy delicious pizza while catching Need to improve your home? Visit Phoenix commercial development.

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Experienced Relocation Expert Member Iowa Association of Realtors (IAR) New housing development photo by Des Moines Area Association of Realtors (DMAAR) 14 Find us on Facebook /carlisleiachamber MEMBERSHIP BY CATEGORY ACUPUNCTURE TMC Auto Body CAMPGROUNDS CONSTRUCTION/ ELEVATORS Carlisle Chiropractic Clinic PC & Craig Peters Webb’s RV Park Iowa Elevator Systems and Service Acupuncture 410 S. Garfield Street P.O. Box 187 Dale Webb Rod Blackford Dr. Mark Gvist Carlisle, IA 50047 22905 Buchanan Trail 225 Garfield Street P.O. Box 195 204 S. First Street P.O. Box 133 (515) 989-2798 Hartford, IA 50018 Carlisle, IA 50047 Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 989-2799 Fax (515) 989-0574 (515) 989-0679 (515) 989-0097 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] www.tmcautobody.com http://www.iowaelevatorsystems.com/ www.facebook.com/ CAR WASH CarlisleChiropracticClinic/ Wright’s Auto Sales Carlisle Auto Wash CONSTRUCTION/ PLAYGROUNDS David Wright Brian Winslow NPCG, LLC. Dba National Playground ACCOUNTING 325 Garfield Street P.O. Box 550 Highway 5 Frontage Road Compliance CHARTER ACCOUNTING, PLC Carlisle, IA 50047 Carlisle, IA 50047 Amy Dickson Mark McGee (515) 989-0760 (515) 371-5115 205 S. Garfield 4515 Fleur Drive, Suite 301 (515) 989-0866 Fax Carlisle, IA 50047 Des Moines, IA 50321 [email protected] CHIROPRACTORS (515) 989-0829 (515) 256-6326 Carlisle Chiropractic Clinic PC & [email protected] [email protected] BANKS Acupuncture www.Npcg.typepad.com https://www.charteraccountingplc.com/ Great Western Bank Dr. Mark Gvist Logan Nolan 204 S. First Street P.O. Box 133 CONSTRUCTION/SITE GRADING AND ADVERTISING/SIGNS 100 First Street P.O. Box D Carlisle, IA 50047 UTILITIES etc!graphics, Inc. Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 989-0097 Sandstone Management Kevin Seiberling (515) 989-3255 [email protected] Brandon VanVleet 150 First Street (515) 989-3259 Fax www.carlisle-chiropractic.com/ 15 School Street P.O. Box 547 Carlisle, IA 50047 [email protected] Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 989-0900 www.greatwesternbank.com CHURCHES (515) 989-0557 [email protected] Carlisle Christian Church (515) 989-4447 Fax www.etcgraphics.com Peoples Bank Rev. Cliff Haider [email protected] Janie Norton 305 Market Street www.sandstonemgmt.com AGRIBUSINESS 2720 Gateway Drive P.O. Box 810 Carlisle, IA 50047 Heartland Co-op Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 989-0176 CONTRACTORS/ ASPHALT/ CONCRETE Mike Sibert (515) 989-3600 www.carlislechristianchurch.com Advanced Asphalt/ Concrete 5550 SW 64th Avenue P.O. Box A 515-989-2653 Fax Bill Wilcox Carlisle, IA 50047 [email protected] Carlisle United Methodist Church 300 North 3rd Street (515) 266-4215 www.mybankpsb.com Rev. John Dodds Carlisle, IA 50047 [email protected] 405 School Street (515) 707-8206 www.heartlandcoop.com Tru Bank Carlisle, IA 50047 [email protected] Keith Welling (515) 989-3552 www.advancedasi.com Scotch Ridge Vineyard 1401 N. Jefferson Way P.O. Box 257 [email protected] Greg Gruss Indianola, IA 50125 CONTRACTORS/ CONCRETE 15234 Bluff Trail (515) 961-5880 St. Elizabeth Seton Catholic Church Woodhouse & Lee Construction Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 961-6188 Fax Pastor James Kirby Tom Woodhouse (515) 989-4221 [email protected] 2566 Scotch Ridge Road 17923 Cleveland Street [email protected] trubank.bank Carlisle, IA 50047 Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 989-0659 515-989_3893 office, APARTMENTS BARS [email protected] 515-249-5557 for cell phone South Park Apartments Carlisle VFW – Post 2099 www.stelizabethcarlisle.com [email protected] John Gruebel Jamie Pratt 910 S. 5th St. Office 34 School Street P.O. Box 532 Three Rivers Community Church CONTRACTORS/ ELECTRICAL Carlisle, IA 50047 Carlisle, IA 50047 Pastor C.J.Nissen Bishop Electric (515) 707-1222 (515) 989-9394 Carlisle Recreation Center Jerry Bishop [email protected] [email protected] 1220 S. 5th Street 130 S. Garfield P.O. 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The vibrant community and diverse business mix in Carlisle provide 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. And the international exporter, Heartland Co-op, and The Carlisle Chamber has a diverse and professional membership with experts in well known brands such as Edward Jones banking, health care, construction, home and Snap Fitness. services, financial services, legal services, State-wide giants such as Casey’s, Fareway auto services, marketing, technology, Stores, Inc., Iowa Realty, and Medicap organizations with tourist attractions and Pharmacy, are important members of our individual memberships. business community. The business community supports a better We are proud of 70-year-old statewide quality of life for everyone in our community. petroleum distributor, James Oil Company, Inc. And our high-climbing, communications supplier, Murphy Tower Service our award Serving Business and Residential Technology Needs winning entrepreneurs, Carlisle Center for getcybersolutions.com | (515) 989-2788 Wellness & Rehabilitation, Carlisle Veterinary

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18 Find us on Facebook /carlisleiachamber BANKING & RETAIL FRIENDLY, PROFESSIONAL PERSONAL SERVICE Hallmark of Carlisle’s Restaurants, Banks, Insurance providers, and Retailers Carlisle’s business owners and employees are focused on providing goods and services PYSANKY EGGS by Jenny at Catalpa Flowers & Gifts. Photo submitted. that meet the needs of Carlisle area residents. of finance your dreams, Carlisle’s banks are Most of Carlisle’s business owners live in the ready to serve. area and are some are folks you will see at many community events. The offerings in Carlisle continue to expand

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In Carlisle, your banker can call you by they are on their way! 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. Use online banking services from your office, home or phone. No matter how you choose to pay your bills, make deposits, transfer money,

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Carlisle Area Chamber of Commerce welcomed Des Moines River Dental to Carlisle with a Ribbon Cutting on October 21, 2017 Mercy Carlisle Family Practice Clinic opened their A variety of programs to help people get in and stay in new facility in 2016. Photo: Barbara Rasko shape are available through the City, Carlisle Schools, and Snap Fitness. The Carlisle Nature Trail and Health and wellness are a top priority in Carlisle. Our Summerset Bike Trail, encourage biking, hiking and fresh air. professionals want people to experience a real joy in living. Put illness, disease, injury, depression, pain, and Health and nutrition information and classes are the effects of old age behind. Patients are the goal of available through Iowa State Education and Outreach Warren County. health care providers in Carlisle. Area churches offer spiritual support, social services Carlisle health and wellness providers offer acupuncture, and a food pantry. They will help, regardless of age or chiropractic care, dental care and eye care, pain relief, circumstances. and physical therapy. The pharmacy offers a variety of Finally, those needing quality long-term care, assisted health care services. living or nursing home care will find it in Carlisle.

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20 Find us on Facebook /carlisleiachamber AGRIBUSINESS 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 Submitted photo following semis of grain on the way to the elevator Complex and the Carlisle Veterinary Clinic. in the fall. James Oil Company delivers petroleum to the field, There are other examples of Carlisle’s agribusiness homes, service stations, businesses and airports in chamber members that might not be quite so obvious. the form of gasoline, diesel fuel, biodiesel, lubricants, From agricultural production on farms and vineyards, aviation fuel or heating oil. to chemicals, breeding, distribution, processing, Scotch Ridge Vineyard plants and tends vines and veterinarian services, education, loans, grants, harvests native and cold-hearty grapes used in popular marketing and retail, the rural residents and chamber local wines. members on farms and acreages, and the supporting agribusiness surrounding Carlisle, are important to the General Mills is a high-tech flour milling and mix plant area’s financial success. operation. The focus every day is on food safety for consumers and plant safety for the employees. Heartland Co-op has a grain storage capacity of 1,600 Iowa State University Extension and Outreach recently bushel and ships Iowa grain by rail to markets across celebrated 100 years of delivering research-based the nation, delivering optimal returns for their owner educational programs and workshops to residents members. of all walks of life. Whether its baby sitting clinics The care for farm animals and family pets ranges from or pesticide applicator training they can help. ISU annual shots and wellness programs to assistance at Extension continues its long tradition of serving the birth to surgery at Avondale Veterinary Health Care residents of this area.

General Mills has been a proud member of the Carlisle community since 1957 and produces Gold Medal Flours and Betty Crocker baking mixes. Our advanced manufacturing careers provide an environment where production employees are actively involved in improving quality, human safety, customer service and system reliability results. As one of the world’s leading food companies, General Mills has been Nourishing Lives for 150 years. We serve the world by making food people love. General Mills believes that food should make us better. Food brings us joy and nourishes our lives, connecting us to each other and the earth. General Mills operates in more than 100 countries and markets more than 100 consumer brands, including Cheerios, Häagen-Dazs, Nature Valley, Betty Crocker, Pillsbury, Old El Paso, Yoplait and more. General Mills employees are proud of our company, proud of our brands and proud of what we do. We are on a purposeful journey to attract, hire, inspire and retain team members who are passionate about manufacturing excellence. To learn more about General Mills visit us on our website, generalmills.com

Ronald Kellan Frank Todd Roozeboom Longenecker Myrow Schafer ©General Mills www.carlisleiachamber.org 21 CHURCHES NON-PROFITS AND AREA AREA CHURCHES CHURCHES Welcome You! Carlisle Christian Church Welcome Your Support 305 Market Street, Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 989-0176 Let’s Look Out for Each Other www.carlislechristianchurch.com With an unspoken theme of “let’s look out for each other”, Carlisle’s non-profits identify needs and deliver support to children, individuals Carlisle United Methodist Church and families. 405 School Street, Carlisle, IA 50047 The non-profits, in turn, reach out to Carlisle’s businesses and (515) 989-3552 organizations, as well as individuals, to support them in their work. www.facebook.com/Carlisle-UMC-118121161573713/ Friends of the Carlisle Public Library provide support to the library St. Elizabeth Seton Catholic Church which then has a strong program for kids and adults. Want to play 256 Scotch Ridge Road cribbage each week? Have a toddler who enjoys story time? Get out Carlisle, IA 50047 of the house and attend a book club or Make and Take class. (515) 989-0659 From an afterschool teen program to stuffed animal sleep overs www.stelizabethcarlisle.com and December 31st noon ball drops, the library and its staff has Three Rivers Community Church something for everyone. Carlisle Recreation Center The Iowa State University Extension and Outreach – Warren 1220 S. 5th Street, Carlisle, IA County offers education and programs for people of all ages. Kids (515) 528-6070 can participate in 4-H, raise livestock, participate in STEM, go to www.threeriverscarlisle.com the Science and Technology Fair, and more as they learn to be contributing members of society. Adults can connect with the ISU Extension on healthy living and agricultural best practices, science and news. Communities can seek help and use the resources on economic development. Local food pantries managed by the churches and the school seek donations and do what they can for those of all ages who are in difficult financial situations. Dollars for Scholars, with The PEACH Affair, and The Carlisle Area Alumni Association as hosts of Carlisle Pickers with a Side of Bacon, Granny Basketball, Father/Daughter Dance, and numerous other fund raisers, provide scholarships for Carlisle Community Schools Freedom for Youth is a newcomer to Carlisle and Hartford. This free after-school seniors. Nearly every organization, from the youth sports organizations program supports children from Kindergarten to 5th grade with education, to the Friends of the Carlisle Parks, need both financial support and activities and learning about Jesus, being leaders, and having fun. Local volunteers willing, enthusiastic volunteers. They are looking for you! bring meals, and donate books, supplies and craft materials for this cause.

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2566 N. Scotch St. Elizabeth’s the Catholic community for Carlisle, Iowa and the surrounding area. Ridge Road, We are committed to provide the spiritual and faithbased environment for our 515-989-0659 members and those of our community. Carlisle, IA 50047 We welcome you into God’s family! If you are interested in learning more about our church, or would like to join, ALL IN - GIVE TO GROW CAPITAL CAMPAIGN please stop by the Parish offi ce or call. Join us in being all in, as we embark on this important If you are already member and have journey for the future of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton. had a change in address, please notify Our goal is to move forward with the construction the Parish offi ce. of Phase 1 as soon as the funds are raised. With a capital campaign goal of $2.3 million, gifts at all levels are welcome and appreciated. The campaign will ask for a commitment of contributions over a Pastor: period of three years. We need your prayers and your support as we move forward in this next chapter of our story. Reverend Your generous contribution will provide the support we need to ensure that St. Elizabeth Seton parish will continue to serve the needs of our local Catholic community for years to James Kirby come. Offi ce: 515-989-0659 Please consider giving to the All In: Give To Grow campaign for Phase 1 of the growth of your E-Mail: [email protected] faith community. Your gift today will have a lasting impact for years to come. WEEKEND MASSES E-mail: [email protected] Saturday Evening 4:30 p.m. Sunday Morning 9:00 a.m. DAILY MASSES www.stelizabethcarlisle.com Tuesday-Wednesday-Friday at 9:00 a.m. 22 Find us on Facebook /carlisleiachamber MAKING MEMORIES IN CARLISLE MAKING MEMORIES in Carlisle

Johnsrud Transport, Inc. brought this patriotic salute to honor area Veterans during Carlisle’s 4th of July parade. For information on attending or participating in the annual event, contact Ronda Frost at (515) 707-2020.

Carlisle Veterinary Clinic’s Trunk or Treat Booth at PumpkinFest. Photo: Barbara Rasko

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

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

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22905 Buchanan TRL • Hartford, IA 50118 515-989-0574 • webbsrvpark@qwestoffi ce.net Find us and Established 1984 Like us on FB www.carlisleiachamber.org 23 CALENDAR OF EVENTS COMMUNITY CALENDAR OF EVENTS Check www.carlisleiachamber.org or www.carlisleiowa.org and www.carlislecsd.org for details and additional events. Also check Carlisle Area Events and Carlisle Public Library on Facebook. MONTHLY JANUARY JULY OCTOBER REGULAR Chamber’s Annual Fourth of July Chamber’s Dinner Celebration and Parade PumpkinFest MEETINGS Opening Day Alumni All Class Bash Carlisle Alumni Carlisle Area Chamber Legislative Reception with the dance Association of Commerce Car Show Alumni Night with Chamber Night at the meets quarterly at noon Athletic Hall of Fame on the 2nd Tuesday. Iowa Cubs NOVEMBER induction Veterans Day Assembly Carlisle City Council Warren County Fair meets at 6:30 p.m. FEBRUARY www.warrencofair.com at Carlisle Schools on the 2nd and 4th Father/Daughter AUGUST DECEMBER Mondays. Dance Carlisle Alumni Chamber’s Light Up Chamber’s Golf Outing Carlisle Community Association (CAA) Carlisle Photos with Heartland Challenge: Schools Board Summerset Winery’s Santa meets at 6:00 p.m. on The Premier ATV Valentine Ball with Victorian Christmas the 2nd Monday. Endurance Race Dinner Tea, Randleman House Carlisle Hometown and Dance SEPTEMBER Warren County Pride Volunteers Homecoming Chili Chamber Member’s meets at 5:30 on the MARCH Supper Legislative Luncheon 4th Wednesday. PEACH Affair Carlisle Public APRIL Library Board Granny Basketball by oe Jenkins meets at 7:30 p.m. comes from a long the Carlisle Alumni line of farmers, loves on the 2nd Thursday. to get his hands in Association the dirt and enjoys Hartford City Council working with people. Flashlight Easter Egg meets at 6:30 p.m. Jenkins Garden Hunt on the 3rd Tuesday. Market is the City-Wide Garage Sale garden supplier Randleman House of choice in the Breakfast Buffet, MAY Carlisle area. For all of your tree, 8:30 – 10:00 a.m. Dollars for Scholars plant, mulch or rock needs, call Joe on the 4th Saturday Awards Ceremony 641-891-1647. Summerset Winery Carlisle Picker’s with tours, tastings, and live a Side of Bacon music by Carlisle Alumni every week. Association Mom’s and Tot’s Group meets at the JUNE Rec center by the Community Golf [email protected] Aquatics Center Tournament and Annual CALL 641- 891-1647 to schedule an appointment to visit the Thursday, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Alumni Banquet Garden Center this summer. 

,: For directions and hours visit www.JenkinsGardenMarket.com 24 Find us on Facebook /carlisleiachamber CALENDAR OF EVENTS GET OUTSIDE Webb’s RV Park: full rv Pick and stomp Feed the birds in hookups, tent camping, grapes, attend an AND PLAY: your own back yard hiking. event or host an event making memories one Study the ecosystems Community events: at Summerset Winery great experience at a parades; fireworks; at Scotch Ridge Center Take part in the time in Carlisle PumpkinFest; light up library’s fun walk/run. Volunteer to help www.Carlisleiowa.Org Carlisle; Carlisle pickers Carlisle Nature Trail: and a slice of bacon; Stroll through the parks with youth events like enjoy the 3.2 Mile car show. and enjoy the beautiful 4-H or Scouts and flowers and gardens or bike trail across the Garden: chamber’s school sports. Church southern half of the beautification program, take time for a picnic. activities, or weed the city through residential park flower beds, Take photographs of neighborhoods and citizen lawns and the beautiful views. flower beds at north gardens, master scenic woods. Soon View the veterans park, or to help seniors gardeners the trail will be the memorial honor roll at with yard work nexus between the des Aquatic center: swim, slide, play, enjoy snacks. north park. moines easter lake trail Wear your costume in Picnic on the Walk, relax, use and Summerset trail the parade and carve a Randleman House playground equipment, or enabling someone to pumpkin for the contest lawn. have a picnic in the park trail from des moines Get excited at the at PumpkinFest. to indianola through Fish for Trout or lawnmower races and practice at the shooting Feed the birds in your Carlisle. the heartland challenge range at banner lakes at Summerset Trail: ATV races. own back yard. Summerset State Park. bike, rollerblade, jog, Listen to live music and Take a bike ride and walk, birding, watch Watch or participate in dance at the hometown end up at the patio for wildlife the 12 pride downtown dance, sports: baseball, batting miles from Carlisle to or at Summerset cage, softball, soccer, at Cal’s Fine Food or Indianola Winery. football, volleyball. Stadium View.

ALTERNATIVE OUTDOORS We Moved! See us in our new location, 60 School Street, Downtown Carlisle

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PRODUCTS SERVICES BRANDS Live Bait Taxidermy McCoy Fishing Line HOMES Tackle DNR Licensing Woody's Pro Jigs Hunting Supplies Consignments Berkly ADDITIONS Trapping Supplies Reel Cleaning Chompers Novelty Taxidermy Pond Feeding Bulk Bait Outdoor Recreation REMODEL Events & Education DECKS ALTERNATIVE OUTDOORS • Design • Flooring • Roofi ng • Planning • Painting • Drywall Bait-Tackle-Taxidermy • Masonry (515) 423-2912 60 School St | Carlisle, IA 50047 515-202-1805 www.alternativeoutdoorsnorwalk.com [email protected] All major Credit Cards, Debit Cards, Personal Check, Cash Accepted Carlisle • Licensed & Insured www.carlisleiachamber.org 25 SCHOOLS WELCOME TO Carlisle Schools The Carlisle Community School District is an exciting place to be. Opportunities are numerous for the more than 2, 200 students who make up the Carlisle School Community. The Carlisle Community includes quality, caring teachers, dedicated staff and supportive families. It’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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Photo: Chad Johnson at Cross the T Photography 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 Photo: Chad Johnson at Cross the T Photography 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: Submitted By Carlisle High School

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DID YOU KNOW? Photo courtesy of Todd Hugen Photography 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 Elementary Students • 97% of PK-3rd graders missed less than 10 percent of the school year • 209,759 hours PK-3rd graders read last summer Photos Credit Todd Hugen Photography (pulled from High School Students Record Herald Digital Collections) • $1,685,970 amount of scholarship money awarded to • 2014-2015 Raccoon River Conference All-Sports Carlisle High School graduates last year Champions • $47,350 monetary gifts presented by Dollars for Scholars to • Raccoon River Conference Team Championships and 71 graduation seniors in 2015 all-league or district performers • Average composite ACT Score 22.8 • 201 Raccoon River academic All-Conference Students • Top 10 among all central Iowa high school on Iowa • 21 Stand-outs named in extra-curricular activities assessments of math and reading • 2147 community service hours 19 seniors accumulated, • Top 42 on the Iowa AP Index earning each the silver cord honor at graduation • 91 students taking advanced placement classes • 1807 food items donated to local food pantry by student- • 155 advanced placement courses taken council led effort • 91 students enrolled in DMACC Career Academy programs • 2375 college credits earned Teachers • 95% of graduates attend a post-secondary institution or • 1236 total years teaching experience serve active military • $650,000 TLC Grant for teacher leadership & compensation • 77% of students involved in extra-curricular activities at CHS plan.

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28 Find us on Facebook /carlisleiachamber CarlisleCarlisle Downtown Downtown & Area& Area Business Business District District

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S 8th St. S 5th St. 5th S Linhardt 42 (South) City Aquatic Recreation Ash St. Park Cemetery Center Center 35 5 36 AUTOMOBILE 46 S Garfield St. 40. Sauter Automotive 34 42. TMC Auto Body 53. AJ’s Service Bike Trail 47 49. Carlisle Car Wash 45 60 Access GOVERNMENT 43 CHURCHES 1. Fire station Ash St.44 55. St. Elizabeth Seton Church 5. Public Library 57. Carlisle United Methodist Church 13. City Hall 37 58. Carlisle Christian Church 26. United States Post Office 29. Carlisle Citizen CONVENIENCE STORE/GAS STATION 17. Carlisle Chamber of Commerce 32. Community Building 36. River Bottom Raceway AND GROCERY 37. Summerset Bike Trailhead 50. Casey’s School Street HEALTH AND WELLNESS 39. Dance 2 Xtreme 45. Casey’s 1st Street 4. 21st century rehab 61. Alternative Outdoors 12. Medicap Pharmacy 54. Fareway 14. Wildcat Chiropractic RESTAURANTS EDUCATION/SCHOOLS AND 15. Cyro Health & Wellness 19. Back Alley Smokehouse CHILDCARE 23. LaVilla Mexican Restaurant 16. Snap Fitness 27. Stadium View & Johnny and 7. Carlisle elementary School 28. Carlisle Chiropractic Clinic P.C. Mike’s Pizza 8. Carlisle High School & Acupuncture 33. Cal’s Fine Food and Spirits 9. Carlisle Schools Administration 46. Carlisle Dental 34. Fiss’ Ice Cream * Subs * Salads 10. Bob James Baseball Field 47. Carlisle Veterinary Clinic 38. Des Moines River Dental SERVICES 11. Dr. Doane Hakes Stadium 3. Etcgraphics Inc. 18. Carlisle High School Softball field and Optometric Associates 41. Bubba’s Washboard 48. Carlisle Care Center 20. School Street Daycare 30. AvaLayne Hair Studio RETAIL/ENTERTAINMENT/ FINANCIAL 31. Lucky Nails MISCELLANEOUS 52. Roberts Brothers Heating and Cooling 6. Great Western Bank 2. True Value Hardware 35. Wycoff Heating and Cooling 43. Edward Jones 21. Catalpa Flowers and Gifts 51. Peterson Funeral Home 44. Goodhue Nolte Insurance 22. Carlisle VFW #2099 60. Stuysvesant, Benton and Judisch 25. Central Iowa Insurance Services 24. James Oil Company, LLC 62. Sandstone Management CARLISLE IOWA IN THE

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9 Legend 1. North Park 7. Carlisle Elementary 12. Recreation Center 2. Randleman House 8. T rail Parking System 13. Aquatic Center 3. W ater Tower Park 14. Fareway 9. Summerset Trail 4. City Hall 15. Carlisle Middle 5. City Public Library 10. South Lindhardt Park School 6. Carlisle High School 11. Carlisle Cemetery 16. Soccer Fields CYCLE CARLISLE BEAUTIFUL, SCENIC AND CHALLENGING The Carlisle Nature Trail Approximately 10,000 years ago, the last of the glaciers retreated from northern Warren County leaving behind a unique landscape along Carlisle’s North River. The river valley In 2001 The Summerset Trail from Indianola contained five distinct native ecosystems: a to Carlisle was constructed on abandoned rail riparian wetland and woodland, a mesic and bed. The success of the Summerset Trail was upland prairie and an oak savanna, all located the inspiration for the city of Carlisle’s vision of within a distance of 2,500 feet. a park and trail project. The Carlisle Nature Trail twists and turns After a decade of work and cooperation for 3.3 miles through this area and the between city and community leaders, the streets of Carlisle before it connects with the Carlisle Nature Trail opened in 2017. Property Summerset Bike Trail. partners included City of Carlisle (47 acres), Whether you are on a bike or on foot, The the Robert and Susan Fleming family (112 Carlisle Nature Trail is known as a beautiful, acres) and the U.S. Corp of Engineers (350 scenic, most challenging and fun trail in acres) looking to preserve and share the the Metro. natural beauty of the 500 acres.

The Carlisle Nature Trail is a 10-feet wide Many different contributors and grants concrete trail that passes the Carlisle Family supported the project, resulting in the City of Aquatic Center, Lindhardt Park and Danamere Carlisle contributing only 16 percent of $3.2 Farms on to the Middle School, over the Million cost. bicycle/pedestrian bridge over North River

through the Scot Ridge Nature Park at the Ride, run or walk the 33 miles round trip intersection of Highway 5 and Gateway Park, on the Warren County Trails. Start with near the Highway 5 exit of the Purple Heart the Carlisle Nature Trail, continue on the Summerset Trail, do the loop at Banner By-Pass. The trail passes under Scotch Lakes at Summerset State Park and head Ridge Road, and at that point users are out to and turn around at the end of the on the up or down side of an 820 foot, 10 McVay Trail. Enjoy! See the aerial view on YouTube. Search for Carlisle Outback Trail. percent grade hill.

32 Find us on Facebook /carlisleiachamber EXCITING TIME IN CARLISLE IT IS AN EXCITING TIME In The Carlisle Area

Carlisle Community School District Voters just passed a bond issue to build an Indoor Activity Center and do important district-wide improvements that include elementary school energy efficiency, building security and technology upgrades, future classrooms and furniture and improvements to art and industrial arts facilities. Carlisle’s Indoor Athletic Center and district-wide The current high school guy will be in use as the improvement will take place with no impact on the present district’s auxiliary gym, and will be used to support tax levy. Illustration submitted. district and community programming. The new for the exciting improvements for Carlisle Community School District is one more sign that Carlisle has consistently grown over the last 55 years. This thriving community of 5.56 square miles has, over the last decade, joined with various partners and done the necessary work grow and attract more residents, housing, and new businesses. Currently a fine office building is under construction in the Scotch Ridge Business Park, where, along with Gateway Business Park medium-size and larger development sites are available. There are new businesses in downtown, but more locations are still available for businesses to More homes are under construction, choose. Carlisle is on the grow in 2018! The Carlisle Chamber has a number of contractors and members in the building trades, who have good reputations and are known for quality work. Keep your eyes open and spot the new and exciting changes around the area. Citizens continue to volunteer and get involved in setting the vision for the future. Currently the Hometown Pride Committee is gathering input, looking at idea for improvements. Besides planning a fun, downtown event for this summer, they are reviewing recommendations from citizen committees such as the 2016 Community Visioning Project in conjunction with Trees Forever, Iowa State University, and the Iowa Department of Transportation. There are also project ideas to Bus Drivers • Paraprofessionals consider that resulted from the 2015 Community Design Project from the Iowa Architectural • Substitute Teachers Foundation. The excitement will continue as projects are Substitute Paraprofessionals considered, refined, funded with grants, and supported by volunteers who continue to work for positive change in the Carlisle. The vision and energy of Carlisle Area citizens, city administrators and council members, businesses owners and developers will light the fire for projects, and shape the future of Carlisle. Apply online at EEO/AA www.carlislecsd.org www.carlisleiachamber.org 33 MAYOR’S LETTER WELCOME From The Mayor On behalf of the City Council, City Staff, and residents of Carlisle, I welcome you to Carlisle. Carlisle is The Natural Choice, and you can quickly see why we are so proud of our community by searching for Carlisle, IA, Aerial Footage on You Tube. From the opening views of Carlisle Community Schools, to residential neighborhoods and business areas, downtown, and around town, you will see the abundant, lush views of our natural beauty that is the backdrop of our lives here. This is a community you and your family will be glad to call home. We have moved, over the last few years, from a small rural community to a thriving and growing suburb. We have retained the small town friendliness that encourages you to know your neighbors, and get involved with the community, while you and your family enjoy a comfortable, active lifestyle. As Mayor, I, as well as all of those working or volunteering in your city government, work every day to provide the high level of customer service you deserve, maintain a fiscally responsible, efficient government that delivers the services we are responsible for, while maintaining the safe environment, clean water, and amenities you, our citizens require. 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. Students have the opportunity to participate in the activities of their choice, and we are pleased that families and neighbors get involved and support our students. We are proud of the fact that ‘generation after generation of families’ have been educated there. As for example, my own family, we are in our 4th generation. 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 adds up and is spent right here. It is earmarked 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, play in the parks, participate in our local events, and take in the beauty of our area. We are “Carlisle, The Natural Choice” and we are glad you are here. There are 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. Drew Merrifield, Mayor

34 Find us on Facebook /carlisleiachamber CITY OF CARLISLE MAKE SMALL TOWN ATMOSPHERE, 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 excel. There is pride in our schools, city hall, city departments, our trails and attractions and our one-of-a-kind businesses. 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. 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! CITY GOVERNMENT: The City of Carlisle is served by a representative government consisting of a City Council and the Mayor. The Carlisle City Council meets at 6:30 pm on the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month in the Council Chambers of the City Hall. Agendas are posted on www.carlisleiowa.org. The public is encouraged to be informed, attend and speak during the “Citizen Photo: Ethel Lee Participation” period at each meeting. and ceremonies. The Carlisle library is seeking an opportunity to expand into larger quarters to meet Our Vision Statement the needs of the growing population. The police, fire “Carlisle aspires to be the City of choice by being and EMS-combined public safety department has sensitive to its environmental resources, by embracing expanded its daily services in order to respond quickly its hometown atmosphere and by providing excellent when the need arrives. 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

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CARLISLE Safewise.com Names Carlisle Public ONE OF 10 SAFEST CITIES IN IOWA Safety Violent Crimes per 1,000 - .76 Property Crimes per 1,000 – 7.37

CARLISLE POLICE DEPARTMENT CARLISLE FIRE RESCUE The Carlisle Police Department is a dedicated team The Carlisle Fire & Rescue Department is a specialized of professional men and women, who are focused on team of committed men and women that serve with making Carlisle a safe and desirable place to live and work. Our members are committed to saving lives, dedication and pride, responding to hundreds of protecting property, and improving the quality of life medical and fire calls a year to assist those in need. for our residents and visitors, by also providing rapid The members of the fire and rescue department are and reliable services in all situations. While faced with committed to helping others, saving lives, protecting challenges of serving and protecting, we are confident the Department will continue to strive in enhancing the property and providing fast and dependable services quality of life for our community. in all emergency and non-emergency activities. The Chief Matt Koch oversees the Carlisle Police department provides fire, medical, hazardous materials, Department and is dedicated to providing a strong, and technical rescue response. well-trained staff that is proactive and community- focused. The police department is operational 24 hours Our mission is to provide the highest quality medical a day, 7 days a week patrolling our business districts, and fire services in a caring and professional manner. parks and recreational areas, walking/bicycling paths, The department is a combined department of part-time and residential neighborhoods. staff and volunteers that run 24-hour coverage. Mainly The police department is very proactive within the operating on volunteer services, the department does community and has brought numerous community- have part-time medics during the weekdays. The EMS oriented services to our patrons; such as the prescription drug drop box, vacation house watches, department operates at a paramedic level, providing safety presentations, shred event, kid’s bicycle safety the community with better medical care. program, public safety nights out as well as others. The department works to be proactive in the The police department also works very closely with community and various events. The department Carlisle Community School District. In the fall of 2018, the police department, in conjunction with the school inspects and installs smoke detectors, offers fire safety district and grant funding provided by the Department classes, teaches first aid and CPR classes, works with of Justice, will have a school resource officer position elementary students and attends most all community within the school system. The goal of this position is events. to bring a positive law enforcement mentor into the district that can help support and continue a safe Through our response efforts, our personnel stand learning environment. ready to respond. We expect our work to make a As the Department continues to move forward, we difference in the quality of life in our city. To this end, are committed to providing the best police services we try to discover what is most important to do and possible and building an even stronger relationship with the public. We are optimistic that this Department focus our resources for the greatest, most enduring will continue a path of excellence as we address the benefit. needs of our community with professionalism and Our staff is dedicated to delivering the highest quality determination. customer service whatever the opportunity and you If we are able to assist you, please feel free to contact us at any time at (515) 989-4121. have our commitment that we will do whatever we can It is our honor and pleasure to serve the citizens to provide services that exceed your expectations. of Carlisle.

Carlisle Fire Rescue Carlisle Police Department (515) 961-2211 Dispatch Non-Emergency (515) 961-2211 Dispatch Non-Emergency (515) 989-4121 Office (515) 989-3311 Office 911 For Emergencies 911 for Emergencies

36 Find us on Facebook /carlisleiachamber CARLISLE PUBLIC LIBRARY CARLISLE Public Library

Dee with Aggie Kelli with Girl Scouts Photo: Stacy Goodhue Photo: Stacy Goodhue 135 School Street Visit our Website at http://www.carlisleiowa.org or (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 Friday-Saturday 10 AM to 5 PM of free programs such as tinker time, stuffed animal Closed Sundays sleepovers and S.T.E.A.M. programs for all ages throughout the year. Adults enjoy activities such as The Carlisle Public Library is a fun and friendly place cribbage and Make and Takes. The Youth Advisory to visit. The library offers free wireless and public Committee (YAC) is a committed group of teens, 7th computer access, as well as books, audio books – 12th grade, who meet once a month to plan teen and DVDs for all ages to check out. The library offers programming and volunteer at the library. printing, copying and faxing services for a minimal fee. The Carlisle Public Library got a beautiful fresh new The Carlisle library provides access to thousands of look in 2016. The Carlisle Library Foundation is a 501(c) digital titles for eBooks and Audiobooks. All of these (3) non-profit organization that is raising money for titles can be checked out online. They now offer online library expansion and projects. Financial gifts of any magazines as well. size are most welcome.

95 Highway 5, Carlisle, IA 50047 www.wyckoffcomfort.com (515)287-6000 www.carlisleiachamber.org 37 NUMBERS TO CALL IMPORTANT NUMBERS TO CALL IN THE CARLISLE AREA CITY HALL FIRE STATION Gas Leaks (24 hours) County Recorder 195 N. 1st Street 135 N. 2nd Street 800-595-5325 Polly Glascock Carlisle, IA 50047 (515) 989-3311 Mediacom 800-362-1895 (515) 961-1089 (515) 989-3224 Non-Emergency Century Link 800-244-1111 [email protected] [email protected] Chief Cory Glover STATE & COUNTY County Treasurer Monday – Friday, AQUATIC CENTER Julie Daugherty ADMINISTRATION 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. 1230 S. 5th Street (515) 961-1110 (515) 989-2098 State Senator [email protected] Mayor Drew Merrifield Julian B. Garrett COMMUNITY BUILDING WARREN COUNTY BOARD OF City Administrator (515) 971-0883 35 Vine Street [email protected] SUPERVISORS Vacant at time of publication (515) 989-4367 District 1 Dean Yordi CITY COUNCIL LIBRARY State Representative (515) 961-1030 MEMBERS 135 School Street Scott Ourth [email protected] Dan McCulloch (515) 989-0909 (515) 208-7281 [email protected] District 2 (515) 201-3542 RECREATION CENTER Crystal McIntyre Doug Hammerand 1220 S. 5th Street Warren County Officials: (515) 989-2098 (515) 961-1029 (515) 681-5360 https://www.co.warren. [email protected] ia.us/ Eric Goodhue U.S. POST OFFICE 200 S. 1st Street District 3 County Attorney Doug Shull (515) 724-9599 (515) 989-3352 Doug Eichholz (515) 961-1030 Josiah Doughty WATER/ELECTRIC (515) 961-1014 [email protected] (515) 519-0545 EMERGENCY NIGHT CALL [email protected] (515) 961-2211 SHERIFF Robert Van Ryswyk https://www.co.warren.ia.us/ Brian Voss (515) 989-0210 ELECTRIC County Auditor (515) 961-1122 (MidAmerican Energy CITY ATTORNEY Traci VanderLinden Customers) ALLEN TOWNSHIP TRUSTEE (515) 961-1020 Sam Davidson Robert Stuyvesant 888-427-5632 [email protected] (515) 989-3984 POLICE STATION GAS SERVICE (24 HOURS) 195 N. 1st (All Carlisle Residents and County Assessor ALLEN TOWNSHIP CLERK (515) 989-4121 Businesses--MidAmerican Brian Arnold Peggy Fogle (515) 989-4482 Non-Emergency Energy) (515) 961-1010 Chief Matt Koch 888-427-5632 [email protected] www.carlisleiowa.org

View the City’s Quarterly Newsletter on www.caralisleiowa.org. Carlisle, Iowa on Facebook to stay up to date with the City’s latest news. FYI: If you don’t like or share a post frequently, you will no longer see the news from that organization (or your sister!) INTERESTED IN SERVING YOUR COMMUNITY? You can Help Set the Direction for the Future. Although much of the work is done by city staff and Advisory boards, such as the Mayor’s Public Safety elected officials, some policy-making and planning Committee, the Citizen Budget Committee and decisions are researched and made by citizen the Scotch Ridge Park Steering Committee were volunteers who serve with their fellow citizens on created to solicit advice in public safety (police, fire, various boards, commissions and committees. Some and ambulance services), the annual budget, and of the boards are established by the state and city the creation of the Scotch Ridge Nature Park. Other ordinances, others are ad-hoc committees established committees seeking volunteers are the Street and by the city to gather input from the citizens. Sidewalk Committee that is working to help establish Two of these boards and commissions are the Planning a street assessment policy for the city, and the and Zoning Commission and the Zoning Board of Community Visioning Committee that is continuing the Adjustments. The Planning and Zoning Commission work on downtown improvements. gives recommendations to the Council on site plans If you are interested in serving your community and for new construction and any proposed changes to the want a say in the direction that the city is heading, zoning ordinances. The Zoning Board of Adjustments please fill out an application on the city website at makes decisions when individuals request variances carlisleiowa.org. Click on the City Government header to the zoning ordinances or appeal decisions of the and then the link on the left-hand side that says “Board zoning administrator. and Commission Member Application.” Other boards created by city ordinance are the Library Board, Park Board, and the After completing the application, send it to Cemetery Board of Trustees. These boards make Carlisle City Hall, Attn: City Administrator, decisions or recommendation that affect the PO Box 430, Carlisle, IA 50047. departments they oversee.

38 Find us on Facebook /carlisleiachamber CARLISLE PARKS City Parks Carlisle Aquatic Center • North Municipal Park is located at North 1st Street 1230 S. 5th and Park Street. The park features a Veterans

Memorial Honor Roll, gardens, a walking trail, a log Street cabin, picnic shelters and a baseball/softball field. The annual 4th of July Celebration is held here. (515) 989-2098 Submitted Photo • Lindhardt Park is located at South 5th Street and Linden and features four baseball/softball fields, a The Aquatic Center is a state-of-the art aquatics facility concession stand, a batting cage, playground and designed to meet the health, fitness, and safety and picnic areas.

• Volunteer Park, with approximately 3.3 acres and a recreation needs of Carlisle area residents of all ages. playground, is accessed from Patterson Drive. The facility features a heated pool, 1 meter diving • Lynn Memorial Park is located under the city water tower and features a playground. board, super sidewinder slide, water cascade umbrella, Visit our Website at http://www.carlisleiowa.org to frog slide, bubbling beach, water’s edge snack bar, find out more about the city parks. To reserve space at a park, call the city at (515) 989-224. umbrellas, shade structures and family changing rooms

Friends of Carlisle Parks with lockers. In 2016, Friends of the Carlisle Parks was formed. This is

a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that is raising money See http://www.carlisleiowa.org for season dates, for the parks and trails. Financial gifts of any size, as well as passionate volunteers, are most welcome. hours, admission and rental fees. Peterson Funeral Home -Since 1946- SERVING FAMILIES WITH BURIAL ANDCREMATION SERVICES (515) 961-2215 OR (515) 989-3510

We O er a Full Range of Veterinary Services & Jon Products to Keep Your Companions Feeling Their Best Mary Helen • Soft Tissue and • In-House Pharmacy and Kasey Orthopedic Surgery Prescription Diets Jim • Reproductive and • Behavioral and Dietary Joe Internal Medicine Counseling • Dentistry • Emergency Care • In-House Laboratory • Home Care Capabilities

Dr. Kylie Sloan 550 S. 2nd Street, Carlisle, IA 50047 Call us today to plan or talk about your fi nal Phone: 515-989-4075 arrangements in either your home or our o ce. Help ease the family decision. carlisleveterinaryclinic.com [email protected] www.carlisleiachamber.org 39 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 Carlisle SOFTBALL Carlisle Softball has teams in the age groups: Bam Bam, Intermediate League. We are a volunteer organization that has been in existence since 1971. We operate as a for 3 & 4 year old boys and girls; Petite for Preschool non-profit organization to serve all young people in our and Kindergarten girls; Rookie for 1st and 2nd grade boundaries that want to play baseball. girls, Minor for 3rd and 4th grade girls, and major for 5th www.carlislelittleleague.org and 6th grade girls. www.carlislesoftball.org Carlisle SOCCER CLUB Carlisle YOUTH ATHLETICS The Carlisle Soccer Club, Inc. is serious about making Football, Basketball, Volleyball and Wrestling. For soccer fun again. The Carlisle (Iowa) Soccer Club, Inc. information about registration, schedules and parents is a not-for-profit organization (501 (c)(3)corporation) information, please visit promoting youth soccer through coaching, training, http://www.carlisleyouthathletics.org/site example, and participation in league team soccer and to stimulate and encourage teamwork, sportsmanship, and cooperation in sports among community’s children. www.carlislesoccer.org

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Legendary Wine Maker Ron Mark is your host THE LIST OF THINGS TO DO at Summerset Winery. Summerset grows cold Is Endless climate grapes and serves Carlisle residents benefit from the near-by activities in the award-winning wines. Take Des Moines Metro. Whether you want to go shopping a tour of the winery, sample or to the zoo; try your hand at ice skating, trout fishing, the wine, stomp grapes, tour or horseback riding; tour the Art Center, or the Science Summerset Inn, or celebrate Center; scream at a star-studded concert or attend a Valentine’s Day. Rent the game at the Iowa Cubs, Iowa Wild of Energy; be in an winery for a wedding, party opera or ride in a balloon; learn to cook or dance or fly; or event. Live bands provide camp, fish or swim at Lake Ahquabi; run the Dam to Dam; entertainment at Sunday or enter a photo contest or take a class; get a degree Tunes. Check the Website for or attend an event at Iowa State University, Simpson special events. Summerset Winery is the place for you College, Grandview University, or Des Moines Area and your friends to relax and have fun. Community College — it is a quick trip from Carlisle. www.summersetwine.com. 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: Lawnmower Races, 55 Main Street, Catch Des Moines (515) 321-9275 www.catchdsm.com Greater Des Moines Partnership www.facebook.com/River-Bottom- www.desmoinesmetro.com Raceway-253388908039138/ Indianola, Iowa www.indianolachamber.com The Central Iowa Lawn Mower Racing Association hosts races at the River Bottom Raceway during the season. Warren County, Iowa The drivers race for trophies and bragging rights! It’s www.co.warren.ia.us roaring good fun for participants and spectators alike. Warren County Conservation Board For more information and the race schedule, follow on www.warrenccb.org/ Facebook. As they say, the MOW the merrier!

www.carlisleiachamber.org 41 HISTORY OF CARLISLE & RANDLEMAN HOUSE DURING 172 YEARS OF COMMUNITY One Thing Didn’t Change: Residents and Commerce Supporting Each Other

Edd Young (1862-1916) was the first known undertaker The Carlisle Area Historical Society preserves the history of the area, and in Carlisle and did business from 1887 until at least 1910. has its home in The Randleman House. The elegant Victorian home the site for weddings and private events, as well as the monthly All-You-Can-Eat Photo: Carlisle Area Historical Society (CAHS) Buffet, the Victorian Christmas Tea, historical speakers, plays and more. The Parmelee Lumber and Flour Mill which was built in 1843 at the foot State Extension’s Mike White, taught farmers to grow grapes. Ron’s of Watts Hill on the Middle River just east of today’s Carlisle provided Summerset Winery as well as grape-grower, Greg Gruss at Scotch lumber and shingles for the original buildings at Fort Des Moines. A Ridge Vineyards, are Carlisle Chamber members and are making town sprung up named Dudley, and it was soon destroyed in the great history with this new wine and entertainment industry. Flood of 1851. The railroad came to Carlisle over 140 years ago. General Mills and The town relocated to the present site of Carlisle, and the original Heartland Co-op have been long time customers. This year, as the wind downtown was located on Market Street between 1st and 3rd. The industry becomes #1 in Iowa, the railroad picked up a new customer, Great Western Stage Coach Company brought customers and the and now brings wind turbine generators to Carlisle. mail, a five hour trip from Indianola. The railroad arrive in 1872 and the settlement shifted to School and First Streets. As the settlement began to grow the Bank of Carlisle was founded in 1895 and by the early 20th century, general stores, drugstores, hardware stores, livery stables, a hotel, a bakery, a barber shop, a doctor’s office, a harness shop, a blacksmith shop and other businesses were employing and serving residents. NA=OP -QILO Thrifty, up-to-date farmers, dairymen and stock raisers traveled to Carlisle to shop, see the doctor, buy medicine, consult with the +KSR=EH=>HA =P*A@E?=L veterinarian, attend church, and visit with friends and neighbors. For over 50 years an industry took advantage of the clay deposits along At Medicap Pharmacy, the North River. McKissick Brick and Tile operated on the west side of we arecommitted to the tracks from 1908 to 1930 and Carlisle Brick and Tile operated on our patients healthcare the east side of the tracks from 1936 into the 1960s. from the very beginning! From the beginning, Carlisle has been tied to the agricultural community In the 1950s the Heartland Coop grain elevator and the We areproud to carry General Mills flour mill and packaged foods plant were established at hospital-grade breast pumps. Avon and later annexed into Carlisle. Today the Carlisle Chamber is creating tomorrow’s history. The world is constantly changing, and the business community in Carlisle also evolves. The many facets of technology are evident in Carlisle with members like etc!graphics who specializes in just-right branding in IA@= Š"RAJŃK Š #NAAIEA Š%UCAE=Š)=JOEJKD print, online, on trucks, on signage and in the minds of their customers’ +=PQNA†O KKJ@Š O?KA *A@E Š KI customers. Cyber Solutions and Communication Innovators help business owners with everything from having the right technology in www.MyMediic pP a .c place, to keeping technology and on-line properties up to date and secure. The growth of activities and sports for kids is a relatively new  KRRO 6W ‡&DU L phenomenon and enthusiasm for being a fan in Carlisle is obvious every night and weekend. DOO  +RXUV 0RQ )UL  ‡6DW  The Iowa wine industry using cold hardy grapes, as well as the fruit PHGLFDSFHQWUDOLRZD wines that have been in Iowa for over a century, began in Warren www.MyMeedicapPharmacy.com/carlisle County with the legendary wine maker, Ron Mark, who, along with Iowa ,:

42 Find us on Facebook /carlisleiachamber CARLISLE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE WEBSITE CARLISLE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE WEBSITE

Over the last year the Carlisle Area Chamber of chamber, and a online store to purchase memberships, Commerce undertook efforts to completely rebuild tickets, sponsorships, accept donations, and much our entire web site from scratch. As our past web more. Our web site is less than a year old, and we site served its purpose for many years by focusing are continually expanding the content with ongoing on the local community, we identified along with feedback from our chamber membership, including feedback from our membership that our web site access to member only content to further their needed to be a central resource for businesses, a business growth in the near future. Lastly, we welcome catalyst for change and growth in the local economy you to take a look at our web site at to create a prosperous business climate. As a result, carlisleiachamber.org, as we hope this Chamber our redesigned web site now focuses on growing resource helps your business along with improving the your business, networking, community, events, and local community and stimulating economic growth. membership. Our goal is to create a web site that has local go-to resources for promoting and assisting new and existing businesses by encouraging economic development, advocacy, education, and resources for Lynn Schattner local businesses to positively impact the community Cyber Solutions, LLC overall. In addition, we have added live news feeds, [email protected] demographic data, business resources, history of the (641) 352-5290

www.carlisleiachamber.org 43 COMMUNITY AWARDS COMMUNITY AWARDS

Ruth Randleman was honored as Denny Woodruff, D.V.M, owner of the 2017 Carlisle Area Chamber Avondale Veterinary Healthcare Clinic of Commerce Citizen of the Year. receives the Carlisle Area Chamber Presenting the award was of Commerce Business of the Year Dietre McCormick award. Presenting the award was Dr. Michael McCormick

Dave Sigmund was Honored as Friend of Education, Marianne Crall, Employee of the Year, presented presented by Tim Norton with Carlisle by Rhonda Frost, with City of Carlisle Community School District. Parks and Recreation

44 Find us on Facebook /carlisleiachamber 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 Carlisle & Warren County: assisting new businesses in opening their doors, helping Poised for Growth existing businesses through the process of expansion Great things are happening in Carlisle and Warren projects, responding to leads from companies looking County, see for yourself! to enter new markets, and seeking out businesses that could potentially call Warren County home. From the • Carlisle’s laborshed area includes approximately initial process of feasibility studies to finding a location 330,000 individuals ages 18-64 and working with the city or county governments to assist with the progress, WCEDC is always available to • Warren County is currently the 3rd wealthiest county assist in every stage of business progression. in the state In order to garner attention and make Warren County • Warren County has the highest land value per acre known, WCEDC has created a business-ready and thriving economic environment, one initiative at a time: in South-Central Iowa • Small Business Grant Contest - Grants $10,000 to • Warren County’s employment base has increased by Warren County Businesses each year 15% since 2006, more than Iowa or the U.S. averages • Economic Impact Awards Event - Annual awards • Warren County’s population grew by 5.2% between and recognition for top economic contributors in the County 2010 and 2015, which outpaces the national and statewide average growth rate • Commercial Property Inventory – WCEDC keeps a searchable database of available commercial sites • Warren County’s unemployment rate was 3.3% in and buildings in Warren County at www.wcedc.com 2015, the lowest level since 2008. and continuously works to match properties with potential businesses. Warren County is also outpacing Iowa and the United • SBDC Advisor Days – Every 2nd Thursday of States in Median Household Income, Population Growth, the month WCEDC offers small business assistance High school Graduation rate and our unemployment rate in partnership with the Small Business is lower than the state and national averages. Development Center. • Financial Assistance – WCEDC established a Revolving Loan Fund, an Opportunity Fund, a HELPING THE COMMUNITY GROW Veteran-Owned business incentive and works to find Mercy Clinic additional funding sources/assistance for businesses. The Carlisle Mercy Medical Center has finished • Warren County Leadership Institute - Facilitates annual institute that trains and informs leaders living construction and has opened at the highway 5/65 or working in Warren County. bypass in the Gateway business park. This project • Learn|Grow|Succeed - established to provide had a capital investment of $3-5 million, resulted in a resources, technical assistance and education to help dozen high quality jobs, and is estimated to generate Warren County businesses and entrepreneurs thrive. $50,000 in yearly property taxes. To help make this To take advantage or these opportunities or to learn project possible, Mercy Clinics was awarded $25,000 how WCEDC can help you, contact: from WCEDC’s Opportunity Fund to assist with land and WCEDC at [email protected] or 515-961-1067. development costs.

La Villa Mexican Restaurant WCEDC Supports Our Military La Villa Mexican Restaurant was the first to utilize Service Members WCEDC’s newly established revolving loan fund. WCEDC works in partnership with ‘Home Base Iowa’ and the communities within Warren County to provide $15,000 was awarded for the purchase of equipment for a comprehensive Incentive package for Veterans their new location in Carlisle. La Villa has seen enormous purchasing homes or opening/expanding businesses success and has already expanded since opening. in Warren County. WCEDC offers a $1,000 grant to any veteran who opens or expands a business in Warren Learn more about Warren County Economic County (up to ten annually). Development Corp at WWW.WCEDC.COM.

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sportsman’s club, a restaurant, a photographer, several in- HARTFORD, IOWA home day cares, a custom apparel and promotional items supplier, a construction company, a Masonic Lodge, and The Little City more. With a Big Heart Citizens are active with the Hartford Beautification Committee which hosts a Beautiful Yard Contest each www.hartfordia.com month and a Lighting Contest at Christmas. The committee The City of Hartford is a central Iowa town located just a recently received a grant to from the Carlisle Community few miles Southeast of the Des Moines Metro on Highway Foundation to refurbish and paint the gazebo in the park. 5 outside of Carlisle. It has all the advantages of the bigger The Warren County Philanthropic Partnership awarded a city with the benefits of a small community and relaxed grant to the City of Hartford and the Hartford Betterment surroundings. Hartford is located in Richland Township, Committee for a new Merry Go Round and a Whirly Twirley and is one of the oldest towns in Warren County. The town for the City Park. The citizens working together continue to was laid out by John D. Hartman in 1849 when the area make good things happen for their community. was part of Polk County. Hartman was the first merchant Hartford Volunteer Fire Department are appreciated by and in town and brought goods to sell by horseback from receive good support from the community with proceeds Ottumwa and Oskaloosa. The Post Office was established from activities such as soup suppers. in 1859, had weekly mail, and was called Three Rivers Post Avenue of flags at the Hartford cemetery Office. Before the railroad came to Carlisle, Hartford was a prosperous town with churches, a justice of the peace, Verle and Marge Spence from the Richland Township a physician, a school, a hotel and a variety of businesses Board of Trustees accepted a grant from the Warren including grist mills, dry goods, drug store, hardwood County Philanthropic Partnership to achieve an avenue of store, millinery, blacksmith, cabinet maker, plow factory, a flags at the Hartford cemetery. cooper and more. In 2010 the population in Hartford was Citizens are now active with a new group,, Hartford 771. Hartford prides itself on being a community where Hometown Pride Committee, and will be working to everyone is considered a neighbor and people are it’s most identify and complete new projects. The Hartford Upper valued asset. Today Hartford businesses include, besides Elementary is part of the Carlisle Community School farmers and livestock operations, a convenience store, a District. Hartford City Hall Council Members Attorney: Community 150 Elm Street Mark Goldsberry Presbyterian Church P.O. Box 910 James Nervig Phone: (515) 989-0267 Kim Dingeman 315 N Vine St, Monday – Friday Dana Smith Local Law Hartford, Iowa 9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Hartford, IA 50118 William Hammond Enforcement: Hartford’s Regular Council Meeting Amanda Peterson Warren County Sheriff Sportman’s Club 3rd Tuesday Of Each Month Staff: Sheriff Brian Vos 110 Elm St, Mayor Carlisle, IA 50047 James Buzzard Public Works: U.S. Post Office Doug Peebler Phone: 515-989-4251 City Council 130 S Vive Street Meets the third Tuesday of each Fire Chief: Masonic Lodge month at 6:30 p.m. Zack Prickett (515) 989-4238 Nathan Lamb - 515 250-5814

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