Exhibit 10.2

          Summary of the Executive Bonus Plan under which some of the
          executive officers of the Parent Company are eligible to receive a
          bonus each year. 
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BRENTON BANKS, INC. (PARENT COMPANY)
EXECUTIVE BONUS PLAN

The Executive Bonus Plans for 1994 cover certain executive officers.  The
specific provisions of each plan differs somewhat by executive; however, the
following general structure exists for all plans:

A.  Executives can earn up to a maximum of 32.5% of their salary.

B.  The bonus is based on meeting certain pre-established financial or
    personal goals, the most significant of which are as follows:

    1.  Net income of the Company or Division;

    2.  Asset, deposit, or loan growth;

    3.  Net noninterest margin; and

    4.  Key personal financial objectives tied to the area of responsibility.

C.  Bonus amounts are earned ratably based on tiered achievement scales.
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