Alta Horizons chairperson shares with Correctionville community
Terry Pollard, Alta Horizons steering committee chair, was invited to speak to a group of citizens in Correctionville, on Monday, October 28, meeting in the fellowship hall annex at Grace United Methodist Church.
This was the kick-off night for the study circle groups at Correctionville, which is just starting the Horizons program. There were approximately 40 people in attendance and a light, delicious meal provided by Horizons was served at the beginning of the meeting.
Terry was invited to share information regarding Alta Horizons that served as a point of encouragement to the Correctionville citizens as they kick off their Horizons program. He highlighted in his presentation the initial beginnings of Horizons in Alta and walked the group through the successful steps that were taken.
He presented a sample welcome kit to the group as well as pictures of the new Alta Resource Center in Alta. Several citizens asked questions regarding some things that were done in Alta. Terry encouraged the participants in Correctionville to remember that it’s challenging yet rewarding work, and in the end there will be a new opportunity for the community to work together and address poverty issues within the community in ways they haven’t done before. He congratulated them on their fine start and looked forward to sharing any ideas that will assist them on their journey together.
Thanks to Correctionville and the Iowa State University Extension Horizons personnel for the invitation for Alta Horizons to share with another community - part of the networking!