Author: Theresa Rose

DAVENPORT, Iowa – Eight Burlington men were charged in federal court for their
roles in a multi-year joint federal and state investigation of a large drug trafficking
organization that operated out of Burlington. One of the defendants was previously
arrested and federally charged with felon in possession of a firearm. Four defendants
were arrested today. Those arrested will make their initial appearances in federal
court at the United States Courthouse in Davenport on Wednesday, November 3,
2021. All eight defendants have been charged with Conspiracy to Distribute
Methamphetamine in violation of Title 21, United States Code, Sections 841(b)(1)(A)
and 846.
The charges stem from an investigation conducted by the Southeast Iowa Narcotics
Taskforce; Burlington Police Department; Des Moines County Sheriff’s Office; Henry
County Sheriff’s Office; Drug Enforcement Administration; and the Iowa Division of
Narcotics Enforcement. The Des Moines County Tactical Response Unit; Des Moines
County Attorney’s Office, Federal Bureau of Investigation, Lee County Narcotics
Task Force; Muscatine County Tactical Team; Muscatine County Narcotics Task
Force; Washington County Tactical Team; Iowa State Patrol Tactical Teams; West
Burlington Police Department; and the Johnson County Municipal Drug Task Force
also assisted in the investigation.
“This long-term joint investigation shows our continued resolve to stand with and
support the hard work of our state and local partners and hold accountable those that
seek to obtain and distribute a highly addictive and lethal drug, methamphetamine,
into the Southeast Iowa community,” stated Acting United States Attorney Richard
Westphal.
“I want to thank all of the participating agencies for their hard work and dedication
that has resulted in the service and execution of the multitude of search and arrest
warrants, which will significantly impact the crime within the City of Burlington and
Southeast Iowa,” stated Marc Denney, Chief of Burlington Police, “as we know, drug
trafficking has no boundaries and has a detrimental effect, on our community and
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those near and far. Our commitment is to continue to work diligently to rid our
society of the criminal syndicates that rob our children of their youth and young
adults of a promising life.”
“This was a long-term collaborative investigation involving numerous investigators
from many different agencies. The excellent work and tireless efforts of these
investigators are a testament to their dedication to making our communities a safe
place to live, work, and play. The Des Moines County Sheriff’s Office is proud to have
worked together with all the law enforcement professionals involved in this
investigation, and to get these dangerous narcotic distributors out of our
communities,” stated Des Moines County Sheriff Kevin Glendening.
Those arrested include Clyde Macks Stewart, Jr.; Rudolph Sinclair Allen; Brian Keith
Davis, Jr.; Gregory Jermain Johnson; and Marcus Allen Johnson. The identities of
those not yet arrested remain sealed at this time. They all face mandatory minimum
sentences of at least ten years of imprisonment and a maximum term of life
imprisonment. A federal district judge will determine the sentences after considering
the U.S. Sentencing Guidelines and other statutory factors. There is no parole in the
federal court system.
The investigation culminated in the execution of federal search warrants at the
following locations on November 2, 2021. Law enforcement officers seized four guns,
over $13,000 cash, marijuana, cocaine, methamphetamine, and drug paraphernalia
at six locations.
• 400 block of Franklin Street, Burlington
• 100 block of South Marshall Street, Burlington
• 1300 block of Jefferson Street, Burlington
• 1500 block of Ashmun Street, Burlington
• 1300 block of Washington Street, Burlington
• 1400 block of Hillary Avenue, Burlington
• 1200 block of Aetna Street, Burlington
The public is reminded that charges contain only accusations and are not evidence of
guilt. The defendants are presumed innocent and entitled to a fair trial at which the
government has the burden of proving guilt beyond a reasonable doubt

In the interest of keeping Henry County residents informed, the Henry County Sheriff’s office has requested KILJ post the daily jail count. During the jail referendum campaign it was publicized that the jail would be able to house additional inmates from surrounding counties and this would generate revenue for Henry County.

Date:   11-02-2021______

JAIL COUNT

   23       Henry County Inmates

   41       Out of County Contract Inmates              

  64       TOTAL

Regular session AGENDA

Monday, November 1, 2021

NOTE:  The regular session may be conducted electronically

as allowed by Iowa Code 21.8

Citizen comments:  Comments must be directed to the subject under consideration.  The presiding officer shall rule on the relevance of the citizen comments.  Citizens making personal, impertinent, or slanderous remarks may be barred by the presiding officer from further comment before the Council during the meeting.

1. Call to order, 6:00 p.m..

2. Accept or amend the agenda.

3. Open forum: A time set aside to receive comments from the public regarding city business.  The Mayor and City Council welcome comments from the public on any subject pertaining to City business, including items on this agenda.  You are asked to state your name and address for the record and to limit your remarks to five minutes in order that others may be given the opportunity to speak.  The Order of Business is at the discretion of the Chair.  No action will be taken.

4. Update from the property owner of 405 West Division Street. Action by council if needed.

5. Chad McCleary (or representative) from ION Environmental Solutions, to review proposal for becoming the city’s affidavit operator for the City of Danville. Action by council if needed.

6. Second reading of proposed Ordinance Number 233, amending Chapter 12.04 of the Danville Municipal Code, pertaining to sidewalk care and maintenance. Action on the second reading of proposed Ordinance Number 233.  Discussion and action pertaining to the third reading of proposed Ordinance Number 233.

7. Discussion and action on pay request number 5 from Fye Excavation for work done on East Roosevelt Road. Discussion and action on accepting the Storm Sewer Improvements to East Roosevelt Road and pay request number 6 final retainage payment.

8. Streets and utilities report.
9. Approval of report.

9. Fire Chief report.
10. Action by council if needed.
11. Building permits.

10. Approval of consent agenda.
11. Council minutes October 18, 2021.
12. B. City Clerk to attend the upcoming SE IA Clerk’s Association meeting, November 10^th.
13. Payment of bills.

11. Council reports and correspondence.

12. Discussion on filling the position by the passing of Allen Schillie. Action by Council if needed.  Also, action by council pertaining to the sick time compensation to his estate.

13. Adjournment. The next regular session of the Danville City Council is scheduled for Monday, November 15, 2021, 6:00 p.m., Danville City Hall.