IOWA RACING AND GAMING COMMISSION MEMBERS

In May of 1983, the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission was created by the Pari-Mutuel Wagering Act. The Act provided for a Commission consisting of five members who shall be appointed by the Governor, subject to confirmation by the Senate, and who shall serve not to exceed a three-year term at the pleasure of the Governor. No more than three members of the Commission may be affiliated with the same political party. The Commission is charged with the administration of the Iowa Pari-Mutuel Wagering Act and Excursion Boat Gambling Act which mandate that the Commission shall have full jurisdiction over and shall supervise all race meetings and gambling excursions governed by Iowa Code Chapters 99D and 99F. The Commission appoints an Administrator for a four-year term, responsible for the daily operations of the Commission.

The Commissioners can be reached through the Commission office 717 E. Court, Suite B, Des Moines, Iowa 50309; 515/281-7352; fax number 515/242-6560 or at the address and phone number listed below.

Carl Heinrich - Mr. Heinrich lives in Council Bluffs.  He is past president of Iowa Western Community College and is currently serving on various boards, including the American Red Cross.  Commissioner Heinrich's political affiliation is Republican.  His term on the Commission expires April 30, 2014.  Commission Heinrich can be reached at 816 Birchwood Circle, Council Bluffs, IA 51503, 712-323-7253.

Kristine Kramer - Ms. Kramer lives in New Hampton.  She owns K & W Motors, Ltd in New Hampton.  Commissioner Kramer’s political affiliation is Democrat. Her term on the Commission expires April 30, 2015.  Commissioner Kramer can be reached at PO Box 263, New Hampton, IA 50659-0263, 641-394-3086.  kandwmotors@iowatelcom.net     

Jeff Lamberti - Mr. Lamberti lives in Ankeny.  He is an attorney and is president of Block, Lamberti, Gocke & Ahlman law firm.  Commissioner Lamberti's political affiliation is Republican.  His term on the Commission expires April 30, 2014.  Commissioner Lamberti can be reached at Black, Lamberti, Gocke & Ahlman, 210 N.E. Delaware Avenue, Suite 200, Ankeny, IA 50021, 515-964-8777.  jeff.lamberti@ankenylaw.com   

Dolores Mertz - Ms. Mertz lives in Algona.  She is a retired State Representative.  Commissioner Mertz's political affiliation is Democrat.  Her term on the Commission expires April 30, 2015.   Commissioner Mertz can be reached at 1803 E. Mound St., #8, Algona, IA 50511, 515-395-2952.  

Greg Seyfer - Mr. Seyfer lives in Cedar Rapids.  He is a real estate law and business law attorney.  Commissioner Seyfer's political affiliation is Republican.  His term on the Commission expires April 30, 2013.  Commissioner Seyfer can be reached at Bradley & Riley, PC, 2007 First Avenue SE, PO Box 2804, Cedar Rapids, IA 52406-2804, 319-363-0101.  gseyfer@bradleyriley.com

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