The Atlantic Department of Parks and Recreation Board is set to meet Tonight (Monday, Sept. 23rd) at 5:15pm in the City Council Chambers.  The board will hear a presentation from a task force looking into a smoke free/tobacco free policy for Sunnyside Park.  The board will also hear updates on various projects including: the Shildberg Recreation Area campground, Sunnyside Park tennis court reconstruction, Park maintenance building, boat ramp, summer recreation programs, Buck Creek Dog Park, Kiosks and Bike Racks project.

The Audubon City Council is also set to meet tonight at 7pm at City Hall.  On the council’s agenda is discussion from Mark Heller, Mike Wede and Dennis Olesen on a carwash.  Presentation from Laurie Gilbert on contracts.  They will also address a resolution approving the street finance report.  The Council will also hear reports on street bids, pool repairs, and a curb cut for driveway at 706 Brayton Street.

The Atlantic Police reports 1 arrest and 2 traffic accidents over the weekend in Atlantic.  On Friday (9/20) 49-year-old David Kirchner of Atlantic was arrested for shoplifting.  He was transported to the Cass County Jail and booked in.

On Saturday (9/21) Atlantic Police report an accident around 10:06am in the 300 block of East 3rd Street.  A vehicle driven by Bryan Rutherford of Atlantic struck a legally parked vehicle owned by Bruce Petterson of Atlantic.  Rutherford was traveling west on 3rd Street and became distracted and drifted to the right striking the parked vehicle.   Damage to both vehicles totaled $5,000.  Rutherford was also cited for no proof of insurance.

Atlantic Police report another incident where a vehicle struck another legally parked vehicle at 1:20pm Sunday (9/21).  James Hildebrand of Atlantic was backing out of a drive at 404 Crombie Street and backed into a legally parked vehicle owned by Deborah Hart of Atlantic.  Hart’s vehicle suffered $2,000 damage.

The Annual Coca-Cola Days Celebration is set for this Saturday, September 28th in Atlantic.  The annual Coca-Cola Days Parade will be the finale for the festivities at 4pm Saturday and registration is currently open for all wanting to participate.

Entries from area clubs, businesses, and individuals are welcome for the parade incorporating the theme of “Coca-Cola: Born in the USA – Coca-Cola Days: Born in Atlantic, IA.”  Parade entry forms will be available at 6th and Chestnut in the City Park the day of the parade.  Only the children’s Coca-Cola themed costume contest for 12 and under will be judged and awarded AtlantiCash prizes.

Other Coca-Cola Days activities include the Show, Swap & Sell and Collectors Showcase from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Herring Building located at 2^nd & Poplar Streets on Saturday, Sept. 28th. Merchandise including the 2013 souvenir flashlight will be available for purchase with the 2013 shirts.

For more information on Coca-Cola days visit CocaColaDays.org or call the Atlantic Area Chamber of Commerce at 712-243-3017.