Trick or Treat Around the Lake

Hello Becca,

Thursday, October 26th

Copper Creek Lake Park

5-7 PM

Don't miss out on this fun and easy way to promote your business.

Over 1,000 people attend this from our community and surrounding area. Hand out candy and promotional items. You can even decorate your space.

If you would like to be a sponsor for this event, please contact the office or visit our sponsorship page on the website before October 12th. We are trying to get everything lined up before the office will be closed for vacation (beginning October 13th though October 22).

Thank you to our sponsors:

Gold: Elder Corporation

Silver: NuCara Pharmacy, Midland Credit Union, Heartland Roofing, Siding, and Solar, Envoy Mortage, Copper Shores Village, Sundance Realty, Helena Industries

Member Participants: Pleasant Hill Physical Therapy, Paychex, Lakeside Dental, Berean Church, Landus Cooperative, Empress Threads, Skin Fusion Fx, Veranda Dentistry, Eisenlauer Team, Good Government for Pleasant Hill, Great Southern Bank, Suzy's Kitchen and Gifts, Primerica- Andrea Stanfel, A-1 Auto Detailing, The Cove Nutrition, Pennie Carroll and Associates, Pleasant Hill Parks and Rec, Pleasant Hill Library, Hy-Vee, Copper Creek Golf Club, Keystone Savings Bank, Mugsy's Pizza and Irish Pub

Volunteers needed:

We're looking for volunteers to help out with this event.

4-5 PM Assist businesses with getting items to their assigned location

6:50-7:30 Assist businesses with getting items back to their cars

This is a great opportunity for students to earn silver cord hours and employees to take advantage of volunteer programs through your work.

For more information about each of these entail and to sign up, please visit our website,

Board Applications due today- Monday, October 9th

We are currently taking applications for the 4 open positions on our Board of Directors. Applications can be found online are due to the office by next Monday.

* Applicants must be a current chamber member.

** Board seats are a two-year term and start in January.

If you have questions, please contact the Executive Director at director@pleasanthillchamber.org or 515-313-8740.

We have also created a Frequently Asked Questions page on our website as well.

President's Club Member:

Mattison Web LLC

Since 1998, they have provided excellent web development, design, social media services, and SEO. For more information, contact Peg or visit their website

http://mattisonweb.com/

Mattisonweb@gmail.com

515-490-8947

President's Club Member:

Grow Veggie Plants and More

You may have seen Kris at the Pleasant Hill Community Farmer's Market. She sells vegetable and flower plants plus tools and more.

Visit her website for a complete list.

https://www.growveggieplants.com/

515-707-1549

The Membership Committee is hosting an event for those who have thought about joining our Chamber or were previous members and are looking to renew.

We would love to have some of our members there to network with leads and share their stories.

Feel free to share this event with any businesses you know that you would like to see become a part of our organization.

Tuesday, October 24th

4:30-6 PM

Hills Bar and Grill

For more information or to RSVP, visit the event page on our website.

Jobs Board on our website

Is your business looking for employees? If so, email us the information and we will post it on our new jobs board.

Please include:

Job Title
Description
Experience necessary
Links to online applications
Any other pertinent information

http://www.pleasanthillchamber.org

director@pleasanthillchamber.org

Parkridge Specialty Care Candy Donation Drive

From October 1-27, Parkridge Specialty Care is doing a candy donation drive for their Trick or Treat.

For more information, contact Lisa Hostetler, Activity Director.

Hazardous Waste Services for Businesses

Did you know that the Metro Waste Authority offers businesses a place to dispose of hazardous/univeral material at the facility in Bondurant?

For more information, visit their website or contact Norman Wrigley, Business Waste Coordinator, at 515.333.4434 or e-mail: nwr@mwatoday.com

To be eligible, a certificaiton form must be completed first.

https://www.mwatoday.com/waste-recycling/hazardous-waste/business-services/

Employee Retention Tax Credit

If your business hasn't filed for the Employee Retention Tax Credit you are owed or if you have been told you do not qualify CLICK HERE for more information. You can also reach out to Anthony Markey of the Markey Agency to schedule a quick meeting at 319-759-4036 or email him at Markeyagency@gmail.com.

Prairie Meadows Casino, Racetrack, and Hotel

AJ’s Steakhouse

o Reservations

Call 515.957.3535

Online at Open Table https://www.opentable.com/restref/client/?restref=168286&corrid=72106c20-f6d4-4abc-bb97-288412e25c71_

o Normal Hours

Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday | 4pm – 9pm

Friday & Saturday | 4pm – 10pm

o Wednesday & Thursday Night Specials - $25 each

Ticketed Events

• Saturday, December 3 at 7:30PM – Commodores

o Location: The Meadows Event Center

o Tickets on sale now - https://tickets.midwestix.com/event/commodores-pm2023/listing

• Saturday, January 6 at 7PM – Rick Alviti - Elvis Tribute

o Location: Finish Line Show Lounge

o Tickets will be on sale in the Prairie Meadows Gift Shop starting Saturday, October 14

Free Live Entertainment

Senior Tuesdays Entertainment – 11am, Finish Line Show Lounge

o Tuesday, October 10 - Dale Menning & The Stardusters Variety

o Tuesday, October 17 - Jerry Beauchamp Band Variety

o Tuesday, October 24 - Clarksville Station Classic Country

o Tuesday, October 31- Tommy Browder + The Country River Band Classic Country

Friday Night Entertainment – 8pm, Finish Line Show Lounge

o Friday, October 13 – The Sheet Reggae

o Friday, October 20 – Back to Vinyl Classic Rock

o Friday, October 27 – Lincoln Highway Contemporary Country

Saturday Night Entertainment – 8pm, Finish Line Show Lounge

o Saturday, October 14 – Jake McVey Band Rock & Roll Swing

o Saturday, October 21 – The Unfortunate Sons Classic Rock

o Saturday, October 28 – McKenzie Jalynn Country

For more information about shows in the Finish Line Lounge, visit https://www.prairiemeadows.com/events?category=Free+Shows

Regional Chamber of Commerce Breakfast

Thursday, October 26th

7:30-8:30 AM

The Urbandale Chamber would like to invite you to the Regional Breakfast hosted and sponsored by Iowa Wild! The event is on Thursday, October 26^th from 7:30-8:30 am at Wells Fargo Arena. All area Chamber members are invited and are encouraged to join for breakfast and networking!

Please RSVP (free of charge) through their website so they can get an accurate head count for John. Parking instructions and extra info are also on the website.

New Location

Heartland Roofing, Siding and Solar has moved to a new location.

You can now find them at 2519 NW 66th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313.

This month's Features at Cove Nutrition

5:30am-1:30pm & 3:30pm-6:30pm Monday-Friday

8:00 am-1:00 pm Saturday & Sunday

1260 Copper Creek Dr. Pleasant Hill, IA 50327

515-729-0604

Deliveries are available, with a 4 drink minimum order.

Call ahead & place your order. Especially if you're short on time!

Weekly specials at Croz Nest East

Member Events

Facebook link for the Red Acre Barn Holiday Market hosted by Bub Olive

https://www.facebook.com/events/665711568394014/permalink/665711575060680/?notif_id=1690223179442427&notif_t=feedback_reaction_generic&ref=notif

Airport Authority’s Request for Polk County to Issue Referendum Moves Forward

Initiative to Issue Sale of Bonds to Fund the Airport Terminal Expansion to be on the November 7^th General Election Ballot

Des Moines, Iowa (September 19, 2023): The Des Moines Airport Authority is pleased to announce a significant step forward in funding the expansion and development of the Des Moines International Airport at the lowest cost of capital for the project. The Polk County Board of Supervisors unanimously voted in favor of placing a referendum to support the funding of the new terminal on the November 7th ballot. If passed by voters, the referendum would authorize Polk County to sell bonds up to $350 million and enable Polk County to loan the proceeds to the Airport Authority for the new terminal project. Revenue from airport operations will repay all principal and interest on the bonds at no additional cost to the taxpayers.

The Des Moines Airport Authority requested that the Polk County Board of Supervisors bond on behalf of the Airport Authority because leveraging Polk County's AAA bond rating would result in potential savings of approximately $70 million over the life of the loan, ensuring the Airport remains operationally competitive with existing and prospective airlines. The Des Moines Airport Authority will repay the entire loan with airport revenues.

"To grow and remain an economic engine for the region, we need the new terminal funded as economically as possible, and the referendum is the best pathway to do that," said Kevin Foley, Executive Director of the Des Moines Airport Authority. “We thank the Board of Supervisors for their support of the referendum.”

This unanimous decision reflects the County Board's recognition of the importance of a modern, efficient terminal to meet the growing needs of our community and visitors. The new terminal will enhance passenger experience and strengthen our position as a key transportation hub in the state.

"We are grateful for the Polk County Board of Supervisors' unwavering support for the future of the Des Moines International Airport," said Jake Christensen, Board Chair of the Des Moines Airport Authority. "This referendum is a critical step toward realizing our vision for a state-of-the-art terminal that will serve as a gateway to our region and state."

The new terminal passenger processing facility will bring numerous benefits, including increased capacity, improved amenities, and a more convenient and enjoyable travel experience for all passengers. It will also contribute to the economic vitality of Central Iowa by creating jobs and driving tourism and business growth. The Des Moines Airport Authority encourages the public to learn more about the upcoming referendum and its role in lowering the overall cost of the project. Authority leadership looks forward to engaging with residents and stakeholders in the coming weeks to provide information and answer any questions.

Greater Des Moines Partnership Calendar of Events

Upcoming classes and events through the Greater Des Moines Partnership:

Local Business School: Master Your Small Business Marketing

Monday, Oct. 2 - Monday, Nov. 6 l Register Here

Entrepreneur Field Days

Oct. 10: PowerPollen, Seeding A New Innovation In Ag l 1 - 3 p.m. l Register Here
Oct. 18: Grade A Gardens, Creating A Sustainable Food Movement l 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. l Register Here
Oct. 25: Wander Women, Building An Inclusive Community Through The Outdoors l 4 - 6 p.m. l Register Here
Nov. 1: xBk Live, Building The Business of Music in DSM + Live Show l 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. l Register Here
Nov. 2: Lashier Graphics, Servicing Analog And Bringing Brands To Life l 1 - 3 p.m. l Register Here
Nov. 8: Lola’s Fine Hot Sauces, Creating A League Of Their Own In Hot Sauces l 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. l Register Here
Nov. 16: VizyPay: Bootstrapping Pays Off At Scale l 4 - 6 p.m. l Register Here