Lance Schiele is seeking reelection to the Cedar County Fair Board after serving two elected terms, previously holding the position of Board President, and filling a one-year vacancy this past year. Throughout his service, Lance has generously contributed his time, equipment, and passion to helping make the fair a success and ensuring its legacy continues for generations to come. Lance farms full-time in West Branch, where he resides with his wife, Jeni. Jeni is also actively involved in the fair year-round, volunteering and serving as the Concert VIP Experience Coordinator. Together, they have three grown children: Brett, Hannah, and Dylan. Lance looks forward to continuing his dedication to the fair and the Cedar County community.
Andrew Lorenzen is seeking a position on the Cedar County Fair Board, bringing years of mechanical experience and a passion for maintaining and improving the fairgrounds. Andrew has worked in heavy-duty diesel truck and trailer repair since 2001 and has served as a Senior Bus Mechanic for the City of Davenport since 2015. He enjoys restoring antique machinery, including his collection of Farmall, Case, and Oliver tractors, and participating in tractor rides, pulls, and plow days. Andrew has volunteered with the fair for several years, assisting with numerous maintenance and improvement projects. He hopes to bring his hands-on experience, problem-solving skills, and willingness to work with others to help continue the fair’s growth and success.
Jerod Timmerman is seeking a position on the Cedar County Fair Board with a desire to build on the fair’s recent improvements and continued success. Jerod lives on his family farm outside of Bennett, where he farms alongside his parents and in-laws. He and his wife, Leslie, a Structural Engineer with PRVN, have three children: Jackson, Chase, and Tatum, who all attend Tipton schools. The family enjoys attending their children’s sporting events, camping, and spending time with friends and family. After camping at the Cedar County Fair for the past several years, Jerod has seen firsthand the positive changes made by the fair board. He hopes to contribute to that momentum and help ensure the fair remains a great experience for Cedar County youth, families, and the entire community.
Bubba Chapman is seeking a position on the Cedar County Fair Board with a passion for supporting agriculture and the youth of Cedar County. Bubba is a Professor of Agricultural Sciences at Kirkwood Community College, where he also manages the college’s Beef Cattle Enterprises. In addition to his work at Kirkwood, he raises a herd of 40 cows of his own. Bubba and his wife, Lynn, have three grown children: Mitch, Erica, and Kael. Outside of his agricultural pursuits, he enjoys hunting and fishing whenever time allows. Bubba hopes to bring his agricultural knowledge and experience to the fair board while helping promote agricultural education, youth involvement, and the continued success of the Cedar County Fair.
