Posts Tagged ‘Iowa House’
Author: deanfiihr Published: February 28th, 2012
Solon community leader Dick Schwab announced today that he will seek the Democratic nomination for State Representative in House District 73. The district covers part of Johnson County, all of Cedar County, and Wilton in Muscatine County.
Schwab was named the Iowa City Press Citizen’s Person of the Year in 2001 and was President of the Solon School Board. He and his wife helped launch the Community Foundation of Johnson County with a $400,000 endowment to support health and human services, arts and education in Johnson County.
“There is more the state must do to help Iowa grow and prosper. We need a thriving business climate and more support for entrepreneurs and small businesses. We need a world class education system from preschool to higher education that is affordable for the middle class and will produce a skilled workforce ready for the jobs of tomorrow,” added Schwab, who helped launch Eastern Iowa Angel Investors to help Iowans turn their ideas and hard work into successful businesses.
Schwab served for six years on the Iowa City Area Chamber of Commerce, including a one year term as President, and is an active supporter of the Iowa City Area Development Group (ICAD). As chairman of the Johnson County United Way for two years, he helped raise more than $3 million and now serves on the United Way’s 2020 Vision Education
Commission. He has also served as a Big Brother and is a founder of the local Dollars for Scholars program. He continues to serves on the board of ScholarshipAmerica the nation’s largest private scholarship provider.
Schwab is currently a member of the MidWestOne Bank Board and the Solon School Board, where he has served as President. He is a member of the Friends of Hospice and the Johnson County Heritage Trust. He is a past chair of both the Mercy Hospital and Goodwill of the Heartland boards of directors. Schwab built and donated the circulation desk to the Solon Public Library and was also the lead donor for the Timber Dome Lodge in Solon.
Schwab grew up on a family farm in Minnesota and earned an accounting degree and an MBA before coming to Iowa. He and his wife, Katherine Burford, live on an acreage outside Solon. Now retired, he was Vice President of the Information Technology Division of NCS.
Tags: Dick Schwab, Iowa House, Jeff Kaufmann, Johnson County, Solon
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Author: deanfiihr Published: February 23rd, 2012
Norwalk native Katie Routh announced today that she will run for the Iowa House in District 25, which includes Warren County and Madison County. Here’s the scoop from the Des Moines Register:
Superman’s mom is running for the Iowa state legislature.
Katie Routh, a semi-retired schoolteacher from Norwalk, will run for the new 25th House District, which covers all of Madison County and part of Warren County in central Iowa.
One of Routh’s sons, Brandon Routh, is an actor who played Superman in the 2006 film “Superman Returns.”
“My son may be a movie star, but I’m an ordinary Iowan and mother of four who wants to improve life for all families in Iowa,” Routh said in a statement. “I’m excited to meet the people of District 25 at their doorsteps and hear their ideas and concerns.”
In her statement, Routh, a Democrat, said she was committed to strengthening the economy and ensuring high-quality education and health care for Iowans.
She worked for 34 years as an elementary-school teacher in the Norwalk Community School District, and was named district teacher of the year in 1994. She is now co-director of ASK Learning Center, a private alternative school in Norwalk.
The new District 25 includes much of the area now included in the 73rd District, held by Rep. Julian Garrett, R-Indianola. The district numbers and boundaries changed due to redistricting.
Tags: House Democrats, Iowa House, Katie Routh, Superman
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Author: deanfiihr Published: February 14th, 2012
West Des Moines Fire Fighter Eric Brenneman announced today that he is running for State Representative in the newly created House District 44; a district that includes the Dallas County portions of the Cities of West Des Moines, Clive and Waukee.
Brenneman, who is running as a Democrat, states “I believe the next generation of leaders must put the future well being of the State of Iowa above partisan politics, I feel this can be accomplished through actively listening to the public and working with conviction to find solutions for our difficult problems. I believe these results will create a solid foundation for continued growth and success for the State of Iowa.”
Brenneman is a professional Fire Fighter who both lives and works in the City of West Des Moines with his wife, Melanie, a licensed physical therapist at a Des Moines hospital. Brenneman attended The University of Iowa, and completed his Master’s Degree in Public Administration at The University of North Dakota. Eric serves locally as board member with the International Association of Fire Fighters, and has been involved with the Habitat for Humanity, The Muscular Dystrophy Association, and the Shriner’s Burn Foundation. Eric and Melanie both regularly attend the Lutheran Church of Hope in West Des Moines.
Born and raised in Iowa, Brenneman’s family still runs and operates a manufacturing business started by his grandfather. Both of his parents have a long history in serving the public, his father being a Professional Fire Fighter and Battalion Chief, and his mother a schoolteacher.
“In the months ahead I am truly looking forward to meeting the people of District 44 to see how I can assist them. I’m a firm believer that education is the best way to create well paying and solid jobs to help grow Iowa and increase living standards for all Iowans for years to come. We must work as one to develop and create a highly educated and strong workforce, by continually striving to have the best education system in the United States,” said Brenneman.
Tags: Eric Brenneman, Iowa House, Ralph Watts
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Author: deanfiihr Published: January 30th, 2012
John Phoenix announced that he will run for Iowa House District 38, Southern Ankeny, Saylor and Delaware Townships.
“My top priority will be helping middle class families get ahead. We need good-paying jobs and world class schools,” said Phoenix, a Democrat. “Instead of wasting time on divisive issues, I’ll work to find common ground.”
Phoenix has lived most of his life in Polk County. He worked 12 years for IBM then owned a small business for eleven. He retired from the Iowa DNR Law Enforcement Bureau after 13 years.
“As a small business owner, I understand the challenges that small businesses face. The state must do more to help businesses grow and expand,” added Phoenix.
John and his wife, Diana, married 40 years, live in Ankeny as do their son, daughter, and grandson. They attend Highland Park Christian Church, where John has been a deacon and Financial Secretary.
Phoenix has served as president and member of the Des Moines School Board and member of the Des Moines Parks and Recreation Board. John is a member of AFSCME retirees. He has served as a union steward and executive board member.
For more information visit: www.phoenixforhouse.com.
Tags: Ankeny, Iowa House, John Phoenix
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