September 2023 Newsletter

Your guide to what's happening in the West Union Business Community

Author

Matthew Marsala
August 31, 2023

Upcoming in September

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 2ND

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 4TH

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 5TH

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 6TH

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 7TH

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 8TH

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 9TH

  • Welcome to Medicare

    • Time: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

    • Location: West Union Community Library

      • Heiserman Room (Lower Level)

    • Please register by August 31, 2023, by calling (563) 422-9789.

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 11TH

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 13TH

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 14TH

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 15TH

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 16TH

WEST UNION MAIN STREET CHAMBER MEMBER EVENT

Gundersen Palmer Lutheran Hospital and Clinics – 2023 Teddy Bear Clinic

Time: 8:30 AM – 11:00 AM
Limited to 25 Children
Call (563) 422-9796 to register or ask questions
Location: Gundersen Palmer Lutheran Hospital and Clinics
More Information

  • 3T Promotions Compact Clash

    • Time:

      • 11:00 AM – Consolation Derby (Free Admission)

      • 4:00 PM – Gates Open

      • 6:00 PM – Derby Starts

    • More Information

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 19TH

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 21ST

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 25TH

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 27TH

WEST UNION MAIN STREET CHAMBER MEMBER EVENT

Chamber After Five – Moss Service Center & Auto Outlet

Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: Moss Service Center & Auto Outlet

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 28TH

A little further out…

WEST UNION BLOCK PARTY

DOWNTOWN WEST UNION
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 7TH
9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

For more information or to get involved, please call Kayla Buchheit at (563) 419-0825 or Heather Becthold at (641) 512-0940

GROW WITH GOOGLE

WEST UNION COMMUNITY LIBRARY
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 19TH
12:00 PM – 2:00 PM

Workshops:

October 19, 2023, 12:00pm-1:00pm
Topic: Get Your Local Business Listed on Google Search and Maps

Description:
Showing up when customers are searching online is more important than ever. Ensure customers can find accurate, updated information about your local business on Google Search and Google Maps, no matter which device they use. In this workshop, you will learn how to create and manage a Google Business Profile from start to finish.

In this session, we’ll show you how to:

  • Create or claim your Google Business Profile

  • Manage your business info across Google Search and Maps

  • Use your Business Profile to connect with potential customers

October 19, 2023, 1:00pm-2:00pm
Topic: Reach Customers Online with Google

Description:
Learn how your business can be found online with Google. This workshop explains how Google Search works and how you can improve a website’s visibility with Search Engine Optimization (SEO). The session also introduces products like Google Business Profile, Google Trends, Search Console, Google Ads, and more.

In this workshop, we’ll discuss best practices for:

  • Improving your website’s visibility in Google’s organic search results, on all devices

  • Creating a free Google Business Profile

  • Advertising your business on Google

You must register to attend.

About the Host:

LINDSEY NEWLAND

Lindsey Newland

Lindsey Newland is the Founder & Owner of The Newland Company, a graphic design and marketing strategy firm based in Ottumwa that services clients from all across state. She is the Business and Marketing Specialist at Main Street Ottumwa, an organization that helps the community grow by revitalizing the Downtown, increasing traffic to small businesses, and growing the entrepreneurship ecosystem. She is your Iowa Grow with Google Digital Coach, offering free business building workshops to small businesses in small towns.

TRUNK OR TREAT

DOWNTOWN WEST UNION
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 22ND
2:00 PM – 4:30 PM

(Rain Date is Sunday, October 29th)
For more information or to get involved, please call or text Matthew Marsala at (563) 422-3070

ONGOING EVENTS

WEST UNION MAIN STREET CHAMBER MEMBER POST

FAYETTE COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & TOURISM:
NORTHEAST IOWA FARM CRAWL – FALL SEASON

WELCOME OUR NEWEST MEMBERS!

BRONZE

ABC Redemption

Address: 103 N Walnut St, West Union, IA 52175
Phone: (563) 412-0500

HOURS OF OPERATION:

Sunday: Closed
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: 11:00 AM – 6:00  PM
Friday: 11 :00 AM – 6 :00 PM
Saturday: 8:00  AM – 12:00  PM

B & B CONSTRUCTION

Phone: (563) 518-1000
Address: 2996 Neon Rd, Oelwein, IA 50662

HOURS OF OPERATION:

Sunday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Monday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Thursday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Saturday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM

MOSS SERVICE CENTER & AUTO OUTLET

Address: 610 Hwy IA-150 South, West Union, IA 52175
Phone: (563) 412-5454

HOURS OF OPERATION:

Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Sunday: Closed

FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES

GRANTS

  • CENTER FOR RURAL REVITALIZATION GRANTS

    • Grants are open and available on iowagrants.gov. Informational webinars and guidelines, along with a PDF of an outline of programs, are available on the website for each of the grants. Click here to view the recording from the recent Leadership Webinar. For questions, contact [email protected].

LOANS

  • CITY OF WEST UNION REVOLVING LOAN FUND

    • The City of West Union Revolving Loan Fund provides gap financing to new and expanding businesses for which credit is not otherwise available.

  • WEST UNION MAIN STREET CHAMBER REVOLVING LOAN FUND *NOW UPDATED

    • Purpose: The West Union Main Street Chamber Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) funds are available to provide financial assistance to start-ups or expansions to small businesses in West Union.

    • Eligible Projects: The creation of jobs is a fundamental consideration. Applicants eligible for RLF funds include but are not limited to: individuals, partnerships, businesses, corporations, and non-profit organizations. Municipalities and county governments are not eligible applicants.

FEATURED BUSINESS

MOSS SERVICE CENTER & AUTO OUTLET

Moss Service Center is our featured business for September, and they’ll be hosting the next Chamber After Five on Wednesday, September 27th, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM.

In this video, Britt talks about the history of Moss Service Center, how he got involved with the business, and the services that they offer. He also discusses the upcoming Chamber After Five event, which will be held at Moss Service Center.

We hope you enjoy this video, and we encourage you to come out to the Chamber After Five event on September 27th. It’s a great opportunity to meet Britt and the team at Moss Service Center, learn more about their business, and enjoy some food and drinks.

SEPTEMBER 2023 CHAMBER AFTER FIVE WITH MOSS SERVICE CENTER

Date: Wednesday, September 27th, 2023
Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: 610 HWY IA-150 SOUTH, West Union, IA 52175

Facebook Event Link: https://fb.me/e/1bkthVrrs

Chamber After Five with Moss Service Center & Auto Outlet

Join us as we learn more about Moss Service Center

https://fb.me/e/1bkthVrrs

CITY OF WEST UNION UPDATES

CITY OF WEST UNION MUNICIPAL ELECTION

Nomination papers for the November 7, 2023, Municipal Election are available from the Fayette County Auditor Office at 114 N Vine St, West Union, IA. The following positions will be on the ballot:

  • Ward 2 City Council

    • Term begins January 2024 and ends December 2027

  • Ward 3 City Council

    • Term begins January 2024 and ends December 2027

  • At Large Council

    • Term begins January 2024 and ends December 2027

  • Mayor

    • Term begins January 2024 and ends December 2025

Nomination papers must be turned in to the Fayette County Auditor’s Department (114 N Vine Street) between Monday, August 28, 2023, and Thursday, September 21, 2023, by 4:30 pm.

Join the City Team and Help Lead Our Community

FEATURED VOLUNTEER

JON BEIDERMAN

In many of our newsletters, we recognize the hard-working people who volunteer their time, money, and resources to make our community a better place for businesses, families, and tourists. This month, we’d like to recognize Jon Beiderman, a long-time volunteer whose countless hours have improved many aspects of West Union.

Who are you?

I live in Fayette, married to Jennifer, have two daughters (Haley and Emma), and am a civil engineer with Fehr Graham in West Union. When not working, I am fishing, spending time with family, or working on home improvement projects.

What committees are you on, and how do you volunteer at the WUMSC?

I am a Design Committee member, volunteering with projects the Design Committee is a part of.

How long have you been involved with the organization?

Since 2007, 16 years!

Why do you volunteer at the WUMSC?

WUMSC is an influential organization for the City of West Union. I enjoy being a part of improving how we live and work in West Union.

Jon Biederman