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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

MAY 12, 2021

Upgrades to Emergency Notification System benefits residents of Butler County

Butler County Residents — Upgrades to Iowa’s emergency notification system, Alert Iowa, are making it easier for residents of Butler County to sign up and receive alerts about severe weather and other emergencies.

Alert Iowa is a statewide emergency notification system the county uses to send alerts to residents. Improvements to the system will enable Butler County Emergency Management to better communicate emergency information directly to citizens via voice call, text message, email, and social media. The system also now has the capability to translate messages into multiple languages.

Residents who are currently signed up to receive alerts will need to sign up again. 

To sign up: (ONE OF THE FOLLOWING OPTIONS)

1. Create an account on the Butler County web portal at:
   https://www.smart911.com/smart911/ref/reg.action?pa=ButlerCountyAlerts

2. Text BUTLERIA to 672-83
   
   
3. Download the Smart911 app from the Apple or Google Play stores. (free app)
   • Select Butler Co SMS Opt-in Emergency Notifications and select your options

The target date for Butler County to have the transition to the upgraded system completed is June 30,2021.

The Butler County Treasurer’s office will be open to the public beginning October 1^st for motor vehicle transactions – no appointments will be necessary.  

DRIVER LICENSE WILL BE BY APPOINTMENT ONLY.   You may make a driver license appointment by calling 319-267-2145.  The Real ID has been extended to October 1, 2021.  You have 60 days after your birthday to renew.  

Social distancing will be required.

Butler County Treasurer
Vicki Schoneman
PO Box 327
428 6^th Street
Allison, IA 50602
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Auto Dept.                  319-267-2774
Tax Dept.                    319-267-2703
Driver License Dept.  319-267-2145

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Iowa Intermodal Terminal Provides Midwest Hub for Global Shippers

Shippers to benefit from competitive alternative with reduced truck miles

SHELL ROCK, Iowa (Nov. 21, 2019) - Valor Victoria, Iowa Northern Railway Company (IANR), Watco Companies, and Union Pacific (UNP) will launch an internationally focused intermodal service through the newly-developed Butler Intermodal Terminal at Butler Logistics Park in Butler County, near Shell Rock, Iowa.

The service will launch in December 2019, and provides an alternative to larger Midwest rail hubs and is expected to provide shippers with a cost-competitive solution that reduces long-haul trucking miles. Union Pacific will transport eastbound intermodal shipments from the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach and interchange with the Iowa Northern Railway, for final delivery to the Butler Intermodal Terminal. Customers will also benefit from a consistent international container supply in Central Iowa for export loads to the U.S. West Coast.

IANR has provided key assets, along with customized local rail service, enabling seamless connectivity throughout the global marketplace. This unique approach creates a viable and sustainable solution for generations into the future.

"Iowa Northern is thrilled to be part of this remarkable new service product for Iowa industries seeking strategic solutions to maintain a competitive global presence in the marketplace," said Daniel Sabin, Iowa Northern Railway President.

Watco will provide dedicated in-terminal operations and will staff and equip the facility to efficiently handle intermodal containers upon arrival and departure and provide dedicated drayage services to meet customer needs and train schedules. In addition, Watco will be responsible for coordinating transload activities for customers re-loading containers for westbound export through the West Coast.

"We are excited to be part of a solution that embodies our Customer First culture. Coupled with our tremendous partners, Union Pacific, Iowa Northern Railway and Valor Victoria, we are positioned to provide a cost-effective service solution that our customers deserve," said Dan Smith, Watco CEO.

Valor Victoria will engage with customers who would like to utilize this new service. Business inquiries can be directed to Valor Victoria at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

About Valor Victoria

Valor Victoria is a Midwest company that opens new international markets with direct local access. To inquire on bookings contact us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

About Iowa Northern Railway Company

Iowa Northern Railway Company (IANR) is a Class III shortline railroad serving industries throughout North Central Iowa to Cedar Rapids. IANR is a privately owned, innovative corporation providing a responsive approach to first and last mile service and connecting Iowa's manufacturing and agricultural communities to the transportation network.

About Watco Companies

Watco Companies, LLC, is a leading transportation and supply chain logistics company. Meeting customer needs on a day-to-day basis has enabled Watco to continually grow throughout our nearly 40-year history. Today, Watco provides transportation; material handling and warehousing; design and development; repair and custom projects for customers throughout North America and Australia. For more information, visit watcocompanies.com.

About Union Pacific

Union Pacific Railroad is the principal operating company of Union Pacific Corporation (NYSE: UNP). One of America's most recognized companies, Union Pacific Railroad connects 23 states in the western two-thirds of the country by rail, providing a critical link in the global supply chain. The railroad's diversified business mix is classified into its Agricultural Products, Energy, Industrial and Premium business groups. Union Pacific serves many of the fastest-growing U.S. population centers, operates from all major West Coast and Gulf Coast ports to eastern gateways, connects with Canada's rail systems and is the only railroad serving all six major Mexico gateways. Union Pacific provides value to its roughly 10,000 customers by delivering products in a safe, reliable, fuel-efficient and environmentally responsible manner.

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Cori Kallenbach
Watco Companies
(913) 303-4514
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The Iowa Dept. of Public Health is taking steps to exchange any birth certificate issued from May 1993 to Oct 2009 where the birth certificate is a small wallet-size card on blue/pink paper.  These cards issued during this time frame did not contain enough vital information to be used for ID purposes, essentially making them less valuable for the purpose they are intended to be used for.  The birth cards may be exchanged by mail or in person with the Bureau of Health Statistics in Des Moines OR at the Butler County Recorder’s office for birth years 1995 and forward.  1993 and 1994 births need to be exchanged at the State Department or at the county where the birth occurred.  The Butler County Recorder’s office, in partnering with the Dept. of Public Health, wants to make this exchange as easy as possible for people that choose to take advantage of this free exchange.   Please call the Recorder’s office with any questions.  319-267-2735.