City Weekly - St. Joseph

City Weekly
September 15, 2016
St. Joseph, Missouri
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(816) 271-5300
Produce for the Fall Season
by Michelle Fowler, Nutritionist
It is unbelievable to think that just around the corner leaves will begin to fall and temperatures will
begin to drop; the fall season is upon us! A fun and more importantly nutritious part of fall is all of the
great produce choices that are available for this short season. It is important to regularly consume
well-balanced meals which include fruits and vegetables. There are many natural antioxidants in
fresh fruits and vegetables which help us fight diseases as the weather begins to change. With that
in mind, there are many delicious produce options for the fall season.
Pumpkins are full of vitamin A, fiber and beta-carotene. These
nutrients help boost immunity as flu season approaches. There are many ways to
incorporate pumpkin into our meals. For example, making pumpkin pancakes for
breakfast, roasting pumpkin in the oven with seasonings for a side or even making
pumpkin bread for a dessert.
Although we can purchase pears all year long, their peak season is in the fall. Pears
do not ripen on the tree, but at room temperature after being picked. Just like apples,
there are a variety of different types of pears that range in color, texture and sweetness.
A few of the many different varieties of pears are the very sweet, soft and juicy Bartlett
pears, the crisp and sweet Seckel pears, and soft, juicy and sweet Red Anjou.
Brussels sprouts are considered a “super veggie” due to the fact they are packed
with many nutrients and are low in calories. They rank high in antioxidants and have
many vitamins and minerals including vitamin A, potassium, folate, fiber, vitamin C and
vitamin K. Some of the different ways to cook Brussels sprouts are steaming, boiling,
roasting, sautéing or microwaving.
Furthermore, it is important to make sure that at least half of your plate is filled with
fruits and vegetables. Pumpkins, pears and Brussels sprouts are just a few in-season
produce for the fall season. By choosing produce in season, we can stay healthy and
even save money.
What is CLAIM?
by Ann Salanky, Senior Citizens Center Manager
CLAIM stands for Community Leaders Assisting the Insured of Missouri. This has been the official
State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) for Missouri since 1993. CLAIM is a nonprofit
organization and all of the services are free, unbiased and confidential. They are not an insurance
agency and do not sell anything, thus, their counselors do not ask for money. CLAIM has more
than 300 volunteer counselors throughout Missouri providing local Medicare counseling in their
communities. Volunteers receive extensive training to become a certified Medicare counselor.
Do you have questions about Medicare? CLAIM’s team of highly-trained volunteers offer free, unbiased assistance
to both individuals and groups looking for help navigating the Medicare program. In addition, CLAIM offers
informational presentations about the various facets of the Medicare program, as well as advice on how to avoid
Medicare fraud. CLAIM can help with general Medicare questions, enrollment and billing, Medicare prescription
drug plans, Medigap and supplemental insurance, Medicare Advantage plans, benefit assistance programs to
reduce Medicare costs, appeals and grievances, and explaining all parts of Medicare.
(cont’d)
What is CLAIM? (Cont’d)
Please do not wait until you are 65 to think about Medicare! All CLAIM counselors are well-trained volunteers who
have passed a background check and will keep your information confidential.
For individual questions and assistance, please call 1-800-390-3330 and you will be referred to the counselor
nearest you. For group assistance please call John Vivian, Certified Medicare Volunteer Counselor, 816-452-4536
(office), or 816-225-1591 (cell).
When is open enrollment for Medicare coverage? For 2017, Medicare coverage open enrollment is in the fall of
2016, from October 15 to December 7. The specific dates changed in 2011, but have been the same ever since,
and should remain as is for the foreseeable future. During this annual enrollment period you can make changes to
various aspects of your coverage. You can switch from Original Medicare to Medicare Advantage, or vice versa.
You can also switch from one Medicare Advantage plan to another, or from one Medicare Part D (prescription drug)
plan to another. If you didn’t enroll in a Medicare Part D plan when you were first eligible, you can do so during the
general open enrollment, although a late enrollment penalty may apply.
Fall Is a Good Time to Get Prepared
by Andy Clements, Assistant Director of Public Works & Transportation
After a great summer, there are a number of things property owners can do to have a positive
impact on their surroundings:
When mowing this fall, do NOT discharge leaves into the street (or grass for that matter). There are
areas of the city where property owners discharge so many leaves into the street that it becomes
so deep that one can’t tell where the street is. When this happens, the leaves are carried to storm
inlets and transported within buried pipes to the treatment plant which can plug inlets and lines,
causing backups. Leaves in the street can also start to deteriorate and become slick, creating a
traffic hazard for the traveling public. Instead of blowing leaves into the street, properly dispose of leaves in either
a compost pile or trash bags. The landfill does accept yard waste and many trash haulers will pick up yard waste if
separated. Check with your hauler for options and availability.
During winter, snowplows are deployed (hopefully, not too often), plowing snow and spreading salt. The equipment
is large and travels from curb to curb. Homeowners can support the ease of access by assuring that their street
trees are trimmed up neatly at 14 feet above the pavement. Low hanging trees sometimes prevent truck access to
the curb and an annual trimming and inspection by property owners can help.
Many properties are adjacent to creeks or drainage ways. All too often yard waste is
dumped in creeks or swales and fill them up, but these areas serve to convey storm
water. The accumulation of debris prevents vegetation from taking root on the bank,
destabilizing the bank itself and creating an environment that can, all too often, lead
to erosion and sloughing. Keep drainage ways free of foreign material to support a
well vegetated condition.
Fall is a good time to inspect the foundation around a home. If the ground does
not slope away from the foundation, some moderate grading or filling around the
foundation can head off water problems later. It’s a lot easier to address a potential
issue proactively, instead of recovering from basement flooding later.
Check the gutter downspouts around your home and disconnect any that connect
to public sewers. If the downspout discharges directly next to the foundation, extend
it away at least three feet. This will keep water away from the foundation as well.
If you live on an alley, now is the perfect time to dress up that alley before winter. If
you and your neighbors are willing to purchase the rock for application, the city has
a program to haul and spread the material. There’s only a limited amount of crew
time available, so make a call to City Yards at 271-4848, and staff there can work
with you on getting some alley maintenance taken care of.
What’s Happening? City departments at a glance...
Fire Department...
City Manager’s Office...
Due to the heavy rainfall this week, the Southside Fall
Festival has been postponed. The new date for the
festival will be October 21, 22 and 23. The parade will
be held on Saturday, October 22.
Public Works & Transportation...
Heavy rains resulted in over 4 inches of accumulation
on September 13, and have produced localized
flooding and retaining wall failures in various parts of
the community. Portions of the community served by
an enclosed storm drainage system and open systems
have experienced street flooding that is to be expected
with accumulations that exceed the capacities of such
systems.
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Planning & Community Development..
•St. Joseph Southside Progressive Association hosted
their annual Southside cleanup at Hyde Park parking
lot this last weekend. These dumpsters are provided
for neighborhood organizations through the city’s
neighborhood cleanup program.
•Cornerstone Church will be moving into the Old Mill
Nursery location at 805 South 36th. Plans are under
review and interior demo has started.
Health Department...
Welcome to Lisa Horn who has joined the health
department as a nutritionist in the Women Infant and
Children’s (WIC) division.
•Firefighters participated in the VFW 911 Memorial
ceremony last Sunday.
•Planning continues on the two new stations.
Police Department...
The police department participated as part of the
Northwest Missouri DWI Task Force in conducting
a sobriety check point last Saturday. The Northwest
Missouri DWI Task Force would like to thank all motorists
who encountered this checkpoint and assisted us in
making the roadways safer within Northwest Missouri.
Administrative Services...
•Customer service is going live with the processing of
business licenses in accela.
•Auditors are on-site.
•Next week is employee recognition week.
•Congratulations to all administrative services staff
who are being recognized for their milestone years of
service.
Parks, Recreation & Civic Facilities...
•Parks maintenance is working to prepare Hyde Park
for future festivals and events by adding five additional
inground electrical hookups underneath the main
shelter’s sidewalk.
•The Missouri Theater is preparing for the George and
Ira Gershwin musical comedy, Embraceable You, that
will be showing on Saturday, September 24, from 7:309:30pm.
•The Joyce Raye Patterson Senior Center is preparing
for the Community Leaders Assisting the Insured of
Missouri (CLAIM) representative to be on location at
the Senior Center on October 26, from 9am–noon.
•Fairview Golf Course recently held the Peace Officer
Memorial Golf Tournament.
MONEY. MONEY. MONEY.
A bill was passed authorizing an
amendment to the Parks Maintenance
Fund budget and the purchase of one
fifteen passenger van from Roberts
Chevrolet for use by the Parks, Recreation
and Civic Facilities Department both in
the amount of $27,923.
Did You Know?
• One ounce of pumpkin seeds provides 5 grams
of protein, 5 grams of fiber and 5 grams of fat
(1 gram saturated, 4 grams unsaturated).
• There are approximately 838,294 persons
that are 65+ years young in the State of
Missouri. 12,501 of those persons are living
in Buchanan County.
• Nationally, the deposition of fats, oils and
grease (FOG) is the #1 cause of sewer
backups.
creature feature
YOUR TAX
DOLLARS AT WORK
Breeze is a handsome lab/
husky mix boy. He was found
as a stray and looking for
his second chance with a
compassionate family who
will love and cherish him. The
approximate cost to make
Breeze a part of your family
is $130 (neuter, vaccinations,
fecal, heartworm, microchip,
registration).
Work on the Illinois Avenue Redevelopment project
has begun and should be completed November 2016.
For information call 271-4877
Hours of operation:
Monday, Tuesday & Thursday 1-5:30pm
Wednesday 1-6:30pm
Friday & Saturday 1-4:30pm
Property Maintenance Update
2818 North 7th Street
The property owner was notified to
cut all weeds and tall grass on the
entire property, especially along
the south property line at the alley.
Upon rechecking the property,
the owner had complied with the
notice.
BEFORE
AFTER
To Your Health
Parks, Recreation & Civic Facilities
Don’t Be Surprised by
Fall Allergies
Get the facts
(HealthDay News) - As the weather cools down and
the tree leaves turn for fall, don’t let allergy season
catch you off guard. The American College of Allergy,
Asthma and Immunology says that:
• Hay fever isn’t an allergy to hay, and it’s actually
called allergic rhinitis. It’s the term that’s sometimes
used to describe allergies that happen in late
summer, often from ragweed pollen.
•Ragweed pollen is usually high from mid-August
until the first hard freeze, but it varies based on
where you live.
•Unusually warm temperatures through fall can
worsen allergy symptoms. Get ahead of symptoms
by taking allergy medications when the season
starts and before symptoms plague you.
•Try not to rake leaves if you have allergies. If
you must, wear a mask to limit breathing in the
allergens they stir up.
•Remember to protect kids from allergens in school,
such as chalk dust, classroom pets and food
allergies.
Public Safety Corner
As it cools down, and home heating
appliances are fired up, check for safety
As the summer comes to an end and we prepare to
enjoy more indoor activities, it is important to make
sure that home heating appliances are operated
properly. Some tips to consider are:
•Make sure the equipment is properly installed and
vented.
•Install a carbon monoxide alarm/smoke alarm and test.
•Keep anything that can burn three feet away from
all heating appliances.
•Have chimneys and vents cleaned and inspected
by a professional. •Make sure you have a spark screen in front of the
fireplace.
•Make sure you have a properly installed chimney
cap. •Make sure tree limbs are ten feet away and never
overhanging the chimney. Keep leaves and pine
needles off the roof.
Remember, most heating fires occur during the winter
months. Be warm and safe this autumn and winter.
What: Embraceable You
Where: Missouri Theater
717 Edmond Street
When: Saturday, September 24
7:30pm
Cost: $12-$45
Phone: 816-279-1225
Web:saintjosephperformingarts.org/shows.html
Embraceable You is a Broadway-style stage
performance based on the 1951 hit musical comedy,
An American In Paris, which plays homage to George
and Ira Gershwin. Today’s most talented young artists
will sing, dance and fall in love to George and Ira
Gershwin’s music. Embraceable You features Jody
Woodruff and Lisa Balkwill. This show is packed with
fantastic dance numbers, romance, comedy and
nostalgic ballads.
Tickets are available at the Performing Arts Association,
719 Edmond Street, 816-279-1225, or online at
saintjosephperformingarts.org.
JRP Senior center
Weekly Cafeteria Menu
Located at 100 South 10th Street
CAFETERIA HOURS: Tuesdays - Fridays 11am-12:30pm
Cafeteria open to all ages | Meal is $5
Includes entree, two sides, bread, and coffee or tea
September 20-23
Tuesday
Salisbury Beef Patty
Wednesday
Chicken Dressing Casserole
Thursday Liver and Onions
FridayTenderloin
September 27-30
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday Friday
Beef Burger
Spaghetti w/Garlic Bread
Pan Fried Fish
Beef Enchilada
Menu subject to change
Groups of 7 or more, call for reservations.
Get Connected
DATE
TIME
City of St. Joseph public meeting information ...
EVENT
LOCATION
September 21
4pm
Police Pension Board
1st Floor Conference Room, City Hall
September 22
7pm
Planning Commission
Council Chamber, City Hall
September 26
7pm
City Council Meeting
Council Chamber, City Hall
City Job Opportunities
Visit www.stjoemo.org for more information ...
POSITION
WAGE
DEPARTMENT
DEADLINE TO APPLY
HR Training Coordinator
$17.41 Hourly
Administrative Services
September 15, 2016
Recreation Attendant - Part-Time
$9 Hourly
Parks, Recreation & Civic Facilities
September 18, 2016
Sewer Maintenance Laborer
$12.28 Hourly
Public Works & Transportation
September 18, 2016
Community Health Nurse - Lead Educator
Part-Time w/benefits
$19.57 Hourly
Health
September 21, 2016
Activity Room Attendant - Part-Time
$7.65 Hourly
Parks, Recreation & Civic Facilities
September 25, 2016
Plant Operator I - WPC
$14.62 Hourly
Public Works & Transportation
September 27, 2016
Police Officer
$17.60 Hourly
Police
September 30, 2016
Swim Lesson Instructor - Part-Time
$9 Hourly
Parks, Recreation & Civic Facilities
June 30, 2017
Lifeguard Instructor - Part-Time
$9 Hourly
Parks, Recreation & Civic Facilities
June 30, 2017
Firefighter
$12.13 Hourly
Fire
August 4, 2017
Seasonal Job Opportunities
Visit www.stjoemo.org for more information ...
POSITION
WAGE
DEPARTMENT
DEADLINE TO APPLY
Referee Youth Volleyball
$10-$15 Hourly
Parks, Recreation & Civic Facilities
September 30, 2016
Volleyball Referee (Adult) - REC Center
$10-$15 Hourly
Parks, Recreation & Civic Facilities
October 2, 2016
REC Concession Attendant
$7.65 Hourly
Parks, Recreation & Civic Facilities
March 31, 2017
Referee Youth Basketball
$10-$15 Hourly
Parks, Recreation & Civic Facilities
March 31, 2017
Volleyball Referee (Youth) - REC Center
$10-$15 Hourly
Parks, Recreation & Civic Facilities
April 30, 2017
Informational Segments
Current video segments running on Channel 19 ...
TOPIC
TIMES
Council Meeting Re-Run
Mon 10am, Wed 7pm, Sat 12pm
Planning Commission Meeting Re-Run
• Channel 19 •
Wed 10am
Around Town...
DATE
TIME
Rescheduled
-
September 16
Take advantage of what our community has to offer ...
LOCATION
EVENT
Southside Fall Festival
Hyde Park
5pm
Pony Express Figure Skating Competition
Bode Ice Arena
September 17
5pm
Pony Express Figure Skating Competition
Bode Ice Arena
September 18
5pm
Pony Express Figure Skating Competition
Bode Ice Arena
September 23
6-10pm
Bluegrass Battles Hunger
Coleman Hawkins/Felix Street Square
September 24
10am-5pm
Smithsonian Magazine Museum Day - Free Admission
Remington Nature Center
September 24
noon-11pm
Bluegrass Battles Hunger
Coleman Hawkins/Felix Street Square
October 1
10am-4pm
Josephine Expo
Civic Arena
October 1
10am-11pm
Oktjoeberfest
Coleman Hawkins/Felix Street Square
October 4
5:30-7:30pm Tiny Tot Town
Civic Arena
October 6
9:30/10:30am Symphony Youth Concert
Missouri Theater
October 6
1pm
Symphony Youth Concert
Missouri Theater
October 8
9am-noon
Can War Clean Up Challenge
Bode Ice Arena
October 8
9am-5pm
Gun Show
Civic Arena
October 8
8pm
The International Superstars of Magic and Comedy
Missouri Theater
October 9
11am-4pm
Gun Show
Civic Arena
Due to inclement weather, the Southside Fall Festival,
originally scheduled for this weekend, has been
rescheduled to October 21-23.
for more information,
visit www.stjoemo.org
RECURRING EVENTS
Senior Center Country Dance - Every Tuesday 7pm
Remington Nature Center Fish Feeding - Every Friday 10:30am
Senior Center Dance - Every Saturday 7pm
Friends of the Shelter Pet Preview - Second Saturday 10am
FEATURED ..................................
Bluegrass Battles Hunger
Help support hunger relief efforts by attending
Bluegrass Battles Hunger. Featuring 8 bands, this
event is completely free to attend! It’s encouraged
to bring nonperishable foods to donate to the
Second Harvest Community Food Bank.
Colman Hawkins Park
(Felix Street Square)
September 23
6-10pm
St. Joseph 2014-18 City Council
Mayor Bill Falkner
(816) 271-4640 • [email protected]
Deputy Mayor Pat Jones, District I
(816) 244-6229 • [email protected]
Ken Beck, Councilmember-At-Large
(816) 273-3108 • [email protected]
Donna Jean Boyer, Councilmember-At-Large
(816) 279-5259 • [email protected]
Kent O’Dell, Councilmember-At-Large
(816) 341-4502 • [email protected]
Joyce Starr, District II
(816) 244-3906 • [email protected]
PJ Kovac, District III
(816) 261-2934 • [email protected]
Gary Roach, District IV
(816) 341-4506 • [email protected]
Barbara LaBass, District V
(816) 233-9838 • [email protected]
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City Manager
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Gia Scruggs
Administrative Services
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Bryan Carter
City Attorney271-4680
Mike Dalsing
Fire271-4603
Debra Bradley
Health271-4636
Chuck Kempf
Parks, Recreation & Civic Facilities
271-5500
Chris Connally
Police271-4702
Clint Thompson
Planning & Community Development
271-4827
Bill Heatherman
Public Works & Transportation
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