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Weekly Management Report
Bonnie Therrien, City Administrator
TO:
The Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
FROM:
Bonnie L. Therrien, City Administrator
DATE:
January 30, 2015
January 30, 2015
ADMINISTRATORS REPORT: Congratulations to Kathy Halstead, Volunteer Services Manager,
for winning the 2014 Best of Mid Rivers Civic Servant for O’Fallon. Well-deserved award for
Kathy and her team, who keeps growing our Volunteer Division and gives their best for the City.
Would you like to take part in the planning of Historic Downtown O’Fallon? Everyone is invited
to a Main Street Visioning Workshop here at City Hall on Thursday, February 19th. Two
sessions will be held at 4:00 p.m. and again at 7:00 p.m. It is vital that we have your input into
any future plans for our Downtown area and let us know how you want our Historic area to
look and become more vital!!
New online training will be available soon for all City employees who are interested through
Strategic Government Resource’s Learning Management System (LMS). The LMS system
offers individual registration, testing, tracking, administrative capabilities, and a broad array of
content designed specifically for local government employees. We currently have 81
employees signed up to start training in February. We will be evaluating this new educational
tool for the year, and then making a decision for next year, as to the caliber of the
presentations and the participation by all of our City employees.
City Hall has recently added the Discover Card as an option for making payments. The fees for
Discover Card have come down over the past several years and are now comparable to Visa and
MasterCard which is why we recently added this as an option. This is just part of our way to
make our City more customer friendly and react to requests from our citizens.
UPCOMING EVENTS:
• O’Fallon Photo Club’s Annual Exhibit began on January 9th and will run through February 20th at
the Renaud Spirit Center. The exhibit showcases the best of recent photography work in color
and black-and-white images by the Club’s membership, which includes professional and nonprofessional photographers. For details, contact [email protected].
• The findings of the Dames Archaeological Report will be presented by Mr. Joe Harl of the
St. Louis Archaeological Research Center on February 5, 2015, at 6:00 p.m. in the Multipurpose Room at the Municipal Centre. Please let us know if you will be in attendance so
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that we can be adequately prepared. You can RSVP by calling 636-379-5575. The public is
welcome to attend this event.
Team O’Fallon invites everyone to join them in participating in the 2015 Polar Plunge on
Saturday, February 7th at 12:00 noon. Last year, Team O’Fallon raised $8,345 for Special
Olympics, adding to the $100,000 raised overall by the 2014 Lake St. Louis Polar Plunge. Earn
prizes for fundraising and join hundreds of others jumping into Lake Sainte Louise. The event
and post-jump Plunge Party will be held at the Lake Saint Louis Community Association
Clubhouse. For more information or to register, visit Missouri’s Special Olympics website,
www.somo.org and look for the Lake Saint Louis Plunge, then enter the phrase “O’Fallon Police.”
COUNCIL AND BOARD/COMMITTEE DATES:
• The Historic Preservation Commission is scheduled to meet on Tuesday, February 3rd at 7:00
p.m. at City Hall.
• The next Advisory Green Council meeting will be held at City Hall on Wednesday, February 4th
beginning at 5:30 p.m.
• A joint meeting of the Historic Preservation Commission and the Parks and Recreation Advisory
board will convene at 6 p.m. in the Multipurpose Room at City Hall on Thursday, February 5th for
the presentation on the Dames Archaeological Report.
• The February Planning and Zoning Commission will be held on Thursday, February 5th at 7:00
p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall.
DEPARTMENT/DIVISION NEWS:
Administration:
• Communications
• The Department completed the construction of the O’Fallon Connected webpage. This site
will help support the upcoming studies focusing on the Main Street, Highway K and Highway
M corridors. The site is linked on the front page of www.ofallon.mo.us or can be accessed
directly at www.ofallon.mo.us/o-fallon-connected.
• Staff installed and integrated a new Crown CTs3000 amplifier for the speaker system in the
Council Chambers. The amp provides 1500W per channel. The amp replaces a JBL
MPC600T which provided 600W per channel and was underpowered for the number of
speakers that were added to the chambers. The new amp will provide improved sound in
the chambers along with the ability to add more speakers if necessary.
• The Department is in the process of finalizing a contract for the Emergency Notification
System/Reverse 911. The final details are being discussed, and the contract should be
signed early next week.
• The Public Assistance Specialist for the City (through CDBG) will conduct a public hearing
beginning at 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, February 17, 2015, at O’Fallon Municipal Centre (City
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Hall), 100 North Main Street, O’Fallon, Missouri 63366, concerning the Fiscal Year 2014
Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) for the O’Fallon
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program. For more information, contact
Public Assistance Specialist Jessica Hawkins in the Communications Department at 636-3795411 or [email protected].
The weekly O’Fallon Update program promoted registration for the Biltmore House trip,
Aqua classes at the RSC, the Drug Take-Back Box in the PD and the O’Fallon Photo Club’s
annual exhibit, on the walls of the Renaud Spirit Center.
The Department created a new O’Fallon Matters program which includes a feature on the
St Charles Municipal League, a Sisters of the Most Precious Blood History Part 1 (The
Chapel) segment, Computer Safety Tips with Brian Bazzell, a profile on Police Chaplain
Brandon Buford, Rider Transportation Grants with Jesse Hawkins and a Communications
Department overview.
Work continued on special video projects for the PD Open House and the MAYAC sponsored
“An Afternoon of Equality” event.
Communications gave a Cub Scout group a tour of O’FallonTV.
Economic Development
The Economic Development staff attended the O’Fallon Chamber Membership Luncheon
and 12 @ 12 Business Roundtable, both of which provided great networking opportunities
with local businesses. They also went to the O’Fallon Convention and Visitors Bureau bimonthly meeting.
Staff met with a number of people interested in bringing business and development to the
City of O’Fallon including several brokers/developers, multiple business owners. They also
attended an Open in the O inspection.
Implementation of the Economic Development Strategic Plan objectives this week
included:
o Improve BRE program coverage (Objective #1) – Staff set new business retention
goals for 2014 including conducting up to 5 additional retail/office/service retention
visits per month, continuing with 2 industrial site visits per month and meeting at
least once within the year with each hotel and big-box retailer.
o Establish regular business outreach meetings (Objective #2) – Held the first 12 @ 12
meeting in partnership with the Chamber where four O’Fallon retail businesses
attended and shared information on business operations and marketing techniques.
These will continue every other month.
o Maximize effectiveness of advertising (Objective #6) – Revised many of our print ads
to include QR codes to direct traffic to the O’Fallon Retail Map and Directory and
revised our online and billboard ads for a new look.
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o Improve business license process (Objective #35) – Met with necessary departments
to finalize the enforcement of the remaining businesses not in compliance with
obtaining a merchant’s license.
Looking for a new restaurant or business that has just the goods and/or services you
need? Check out the O’Fallon Retail Map and Directory on the City’s website for local
businesses at http://www.ofallon.mo.us/business-map.
This week staff conducted a total of 10 business retention visits, 35 business assistance
calls, 2 business attraction efforts and 12 broker contacts.
Parks and Recreation:
• Recreation/RSC
• The upcoming Daddy Daughter Dance has 55 couples registered, with 5 couple spots left!
The dance will take place on February 7th, 2015 at the City Hall Gym.
• The Renaud Center will host 6 parties and 3 bash parties this weekend.
• There are only two weeks left in our regular basketball season with the tournament on
February 14 and 15.
• Registration is open for spring sports (baseball and soccer). The late fee will go into effect
February 5.
• The “Workout for the Win” weight loss challenge at the Renaud Spirit Center is in full swing
with 34 participants and a team of six trainers. The program started with a kick-off meeting
where participants received program information, weighed-in and took measurements and
got to meet their trainers. Week one weights are still being reported however currently the
most weight lost is 8.2lbs!
• We had over 50 applicants at the Parks and Recreation Job Fair held at the Renaud Spirit
Center on Saturday, January 24th. Staff is very pleased with these numbers, but we still
need more applicants for Lifeguards and Swim Lesson Instructors.
• Specifications have been drawn up to add a canopy to the slide tower at Alligator’s Creek
Aquatic Center. Bids should go out in the next week.
• Chris Dial, O’Fallon business owner of Momentum Cycles, was nominated and accepted to
be on the Gateway Bike Plan Working Group.
• A new session of swim lessons and aqua aerobics began at the Renaud Spirit Center
February 4th and 5th. There are a few spaces available, so register today.
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Parks Division
Geocache log: Protector of the Spirits: Had time to kill while waiting for prescription. So
thought we would find our 101st cache :)
Have a good O’Day: Nicely hidden. It was fun looking for it and we had a great time.
Crews have removed the old field lights from Diamond 5 in Westhoff.
Set up and clean-up for Cabin Fever Daze was completed.
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Christmas trees are still being chipped at the recycle sites.
Picnic tables and trash cans are still being repainted.
Field repairs were done on Ozzie Smith Complex Fields A and B and Westhoff Field 4.
Portable pitching mounds were repaired on Fields B and 1.
Disc Golf and trails were maintained.
Soccer goal repair and maintenance has begun with sanding and painting.
Accumulated water was removed from the splash pad at Westhoff Park.
The saucer swings at Brendan’s playground were repaired and safety inspections were
performed on the playground.
Equipment repair and maintenance was performed on mowers, gators, and field
equipment.
Landscape Division
Rental excavator was picked up for removal and planting of trees and shrubs.
Staff continues greenhouse watering and checking on heaters for growing preparation.
Crews are planting trees and shrubs at Knaust Park, Ozzie Smith Sports Complex, Sports
Park Phase 1, TR Hughes Ballpark, Westhoff Park near Brendan’s playground and Ft.
Zumwalt Park. These trees and shrubs will also be water jetted.
Junipers and ornamental grasses were removed from Sports Park Phase 1.
Commemorative trees were replaced at Ft. Zumwalt Park.
Staff is working on bids and orders for the following items: annual flowers, enclosed trailer,
mulch, mulch application to highway landscape beds, EAB replacement trees, air
compressors, brush chipper, fertilizer and pesticides, ROW and municipal mowing, potting
soil, and flags.
The watering arm apparatus was removed from truck 313 to begin fitting the components
to truck 361.
Festivals and Tourism
Festival and Parks Staff worked together to setup and manage the Cabin Fever Daze held
January 24 & 25 in Sports Park. Kudos to Erin Cooper, Festival Assistant, for a job well
done! This was the first event she planned and produced from start to finish with minimal
guidance. Special thanks to Volunteer Services for recruiting several dozen volunteers to
provide support for the event. We had great weather on Saturday which brought out a lot
of people to participate in the various activities. Unfortunately, due to inclement weather
on Sunday, the event closed at 1:45 p.m. Approximately 1000 people attended over the
two days. Staff received positive feedback from quite a few patrons including this message
from Mr. McMullen. He called this morning (Monday) to compliment the Cabin Fever Daze
event. He brought his 6 year old grandson who had a blast. The boy particularly liked the
wheel barrel race, the giant ball, the balloons on the board game and face painting. He
also said the volunteers were very helpful and friendly.
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Classified ads have been placed for RFPs for the following event
supplies/services: Emergency PA System, Golf Carts, Ice, and Light Towers. All bid openings
are scheduled the first two weeks of February. Staff is still working on barricade and
generator needs for the various events.
Plans for Founders’ Day scheduled for May 2nd in Fort Zumwalt Park are moving
forward. The following entertainers have been booked for the event: Professor Farquar &
Polecat Annie, Cowboy’s Way of Life Chuckwagon, and “old time” acoustic musicians. We
are currently accepting vendors that fit the time period for this event.
Administrative Services Department:
• Volunteer Services
• Volunteers had nearly as much fun as the participants at this year’s Cabin Fever Daze,
assisting with a dozen winter-themed games.
• The Volunteer Donor Month Blood Drive exceeded its goal, with 28 units of blood collected
that can help as many as 84 patients at local hospitals.
• Several schools have confirmed participation in Alternative Spring Break projects.
• VS staff met with the Mayor and Unlimited Play, who is hosting an event at Brendan’s
Playground in June.
• The Coordinator met with department staff regarding volunteer support, as well as with
citizens seeking opportunities to serve.
• VS staff attended the monthly meeting of the Metropolitan Volunteer Management
Association.
• A list of 2015 volunteer opportunities is available (www.ofallon.mo.us/volunteer).
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Facilities Maintenance
Miscellaneous work orders completed: replaced exhaust fan, lights in interview room,
repaired a door in records, repainted wall at the Police Department, worked on floor at the
Civic Annex, and started work on running wire for the card reader at Westhoff Park Shed.
Worked on slop sink and outside lights at the Streets Maintenance Building.
Repaired ADA shower handle and exercise equipment at Renaud Sprit Center.
Replaced lights at City Hall.
Fleet Maintenance
Meeting with Altec about bucket truck on a State Bid; also meeting with Jim Feldman,
Traffic Signal Technician, about this truck.
Continued comparisons of specifications and pricing of police equipment for new police
vehicles.
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Meeting with Streets on approval of their remaining vehicles and the next steps needed to
purchase.
Meeting with Dave Sinclair about current and future purchases
Drafting purchase agreements for Dave Sinclair, Joe Machens, Truck Centers, and Lou Fusz
Ford.
Sent out all agreements to Council approved vendors.
Sent out price confirmations for bucket truck, police equipment, and F-350 pickup trucks.
Finalized price distribution between Streets and Parks for new single axle dump.
Human Resources
Recruitment continues for: Park Maintenance Supervisor, Recreation Assistant, Internships
for Parks and Engineering, Police Officer as well as many other seasonal and part-time
positions.
A hiring process (physical test, written test) for Police officers began on January 29, 2015.
The six part training session “Effective Supervisory Practices 2015” has been scheduled for
February, March, and April.
Diversity in Teams training was conducted January 21, 2015. All of Administrative Services
attended. More of these sessions will be held for all staff in the near future.
A representative from United Health Care will be here Monday, February 2 from 8am -11am
to meet with employees having questions regarding medical claims, FSA, HAS.
Please welcome our newest employee – Sierra Haymes, Police Officer. We know Officer
Haymes will do an excellent job for us!!!
Information Technology
Renaud Spirit Center is now on the new 30mb link.
The Access badge system installation for City Hall/PD security begins next week.
Working on police Radio and 911 projects.
Finance:
• Finance
• Assistant Director is preparing the RFP for the new Timekeeping System.
• Assistant Director continues to prepare for the 2014 audit.
• The Finance Director and Financial Analyst met with Gilmore & Bell to discuss compiling
information regarding our 2006 COPS, series A & B.
• The Finance Director and Purchasing Agent met to discuss purchasing training for all of the
City departments.
• The Finance Director met with the Business License Committee to follow up on the
businesses that are delinquent in their licenses.
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The Finance Director, City Attorney and City Administrator had a meeting with
Representative Hicks on Friday to discuss various issues that negatively affect the City.
The Financial Analyst is working on getting the Discover Card to work at the RSC.
Court:
The Court Administrator participated in National Court Association conference calls
regarding additional training opportunities.
The Court Administrator continued monitoring potential legislative changes with the
assistance of the State Auditor’s office.
The Court Administrator attended the St Louis County Municipal Court Improvement
Committee release meeting of proposed changes for the St Louis County Circuit.
Public Works Department:
• Environmental Services Division
• Complimentary Bulk Drop-off: The next Complimentary Bulk Drop-off will be on Saturday,
February 28, 2015 from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Please remember that we hold this event every
other month. The 2015 schedule for upcoming dates are listed on our website.
• Electronics and Appliance Recycling Event: We will be holding the next Electronics and
Appliance Recycling Event on Saturday, February 21, 2015 in the west parking lot of TR
Hughes Ballpark from 8:00am until 12:00pm. Items that can be dropped off at no charge
include: flat panel LCD/LED type TVs (old CRT/picture tube types will be taken for a charge),
appliances (refrigerators, washers, dryers, hot water heaters, etc.), computers, monitors,
phones, printers, batteries (including automotive) and anything else that plugs in or runs on
batteries. Watch the O’Fallon Newsletter for more detailed information
• Weekly Yard Waste Service: Weekly yard waste service has ended for the season. We will
begin weekly pick-ups again on March 10, 2015. During the off-season we will pick up yard
waste once per month on a call-in basis only for residents that are signed up for the service.
Those pickups will be on the fourth Wednesday of December, January and February.
Residents should call customer service at 636-272-0477 to schedule a pick-up during the off
season.
• Presidents Day Holiday: There will be no change in services due to this holiday as it occurs
on Monday when we are not working. Please place your carts out on their regularly
scheduled days.
• A resident of Patriots Landing called in to let us know his ES driver did a great job. He said this
morning since it was so windy (Thursday), he saw there were a lot of cans blown over. When the
trash truck came down the street, the driver took the time to pick the cans up and empty them so the
trash would not blow all over. Great Job Mike Eaton!
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General Reminders
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o Don’t forget our Resident Recycling Drop-off Container located at the entrance to
the transfer station
o Please encourage residents to bag their trash. This is the major reason for material
blowing through neighborhoods
o Please remember not to place your carts closer than four feet from any obstacle
including parked cars and mailboxes
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Engineering Division
Fawn Oaks Stormwater Improvements Project: The contractor continues to work at the
site to excavate and haul off material and set the large block wall. Traffic flow may be
temporarily disrupted.
Plan Review Update –
2476 Old Hwy 79 Grading
Brookside Village C Phase 2 Construction
Wyndgate Village E Plat 3 Construction
Brookside Village A Phase 2 As Built
Wyndgate Village F Record Plat
Oakhurst Phase 1 As Built
Highway K Retail – Resub of Lot 2
Primrose School As Built
1 Excavation Permit
Preparing for CAV with FEMA
Street Division
Completed 25 work orders
The Street Division continues working on the approved 2015 budget items
Training:
APWA Weather for Public Works Webinar: A. Beers, G. Fraley, K. Hammell, R. Kraatz, K.
Marcotte, C. Salonies and T. Steele
Storm Water
Completed 1 work order
Continued to work on the low water crossing at Westhoff Park
Training
APWA Weather for Public Works Webinar: R. Rockwell
Traffic
• Completed 11 work orders
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Water and Sewer Division
WWTP treated 47.62 million gallons (6.8 mgd daily average) of waste water last week and
produced 68.5 tons of fertilizer.
The WWTP Maintenance crew performed routine maintenance and weekly PM’s
The Sewer Maintenance crew repaired a defective air release valve at the West Lift Station,
performed Electro Scan leak detection in the Woodcrest Subdivision area, staged blocks for
the Cool Springs Building parking enhancements, and performed routine line cleaning in
various parts of the collection system.
The renovation work for the field crew offices at the Cool Springs Building is still underway.
Quotes have been received for the installation of data ports, and the work stations have
been ordered.
The Distribution crew located the water line at the railroad crossing at Main Street by
hydro-excavating near the City Hall entrance off of Main Street.
Current average daily water demand is 2.6 MGD.
There was 1 water main break and 0 sewer back-ups this week.
Programming for filter # 2 ops is underway and the disinfection of filter # 2 is in progress.
Police Department:
• The Chief received a very complimentary letter from a couple who live on Knights Crossing
describing how helpful Police Officer Matthew Wagner was in assisting them with a
malfunctioning alarm system on their home. They indicated that the officer went out of his way
to help them with their dilemma. Excellent job Officer Wagner.
• A resident on Boulder River Drive sent an anonymous thank you card to the entire Police
Department showing his/her appreciation and thanking all of the officers for their service to the
community.
• A member of our community stopped by the station and personally met with Captain Jeff Gray
to inform him of how impressed he was with a number of officers he has had recent contact with
while they were working. He indicated he noticed that each contact with different officers were
each handled with respect and professionalism and thought the Command Staff should know.
Planning and Development:
• Planning Division
• Planning staff helped conduct an Open in the O meeting for a contractor office.
• Staff prepared reports for the upcoming Planning and Zoning Commission meeting on
February 5th.
• Staff reviewed the Board of Adjustment applications and began to prepare reports for the
February meeting.
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Cases Scheduled to be Considered by the Planning and Zoning Commission
February 5th Planning and Zoning Commission Agenda Items:
o Ward 1
 Request for approval of an amended Site Plan for Bramblett Hills multi-family
residential complex, east side of Bramblett Road
 Request for approval of a Site Plan for temporary classrooms to be used by
Living Word Christian High School, 1145 Tom Ginnever Ave.
o Ward 5
 Request for rezoning of 971 W. Terra Ln from I-1 (Light Industrial) to C-3
(Highway Commercial)
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Cases Scheduled to be Considered by the Board of Adjustment
February 11th Board of Adjustment Agenda Items:
o Ward 5
 Request for a variance to allow the installation of a sign that exceeds the
limitations of the interchange district, 200 O’Fallon Square.
 Request for a variance to allow heavy equipment storage on a material other
than a paved surface, 1009 Hoff Rd.
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Building and Code Enforcement
On January 27th, the division responded to a complaint on Mark Twain Court regarding
unhealthy property conditions. The property was subsequently condemned for infestation
and filth.
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GIS
Researching what the potential impacts are going to be to upgrade our mapping software to
a new version.
Reviewing bids submitted for purchasing a replacement large format printer.
Setting up several old iPads for Environmental Services volunteers to use for recycle pickup
location tracking.
Various map updates and analysis for several departments.
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BOARD/COMMISSION NEWS: The Mayor’s Youth Advisory Council will be hosting “An Afternoon
of Equality” event in honor of Black History Month on February 22nd at 2 pm. More details will be
forthcoming.
COUNCIL QUESTIONS/ANSWERS:
Nothing this week.
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MISCELLANEOUS: Nothing this week.
PROJECT UPDATES
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Parks and Recreation
Parks Division
Staff is soliciting bids for 2015 projects and/or equipment.
Project bids are complete and we came in under budget for the Ozzie Smith Plaza and
Concession Stand project.
Shingles are about 50% complete on the Fort Zumwalt Log Cabin Project.
KDG was selected to design the tennis courts in Westhoff Park.
Equipment maintenance is about 90% complete.
ATTACHMENTS:
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2014 The Best of Mid-Rivers – Best Civic Servant
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EDC of St. Charles County and PfP of Greater St. Charles - What’s Up St. Chuck
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Main Street Visioning Workshop
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Annual STEM Celebration Breakfast Honoring Local High School Students
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East-West Gateway Local Government Briefings
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midriversnewsmagazine.com
http://midriversnewsmagazine.com/2015/01/13/55290/new-to-best-of-mid-rivers-best-civic-servant
New to ‘Best of Mid Rivers’ – Best Civic Servant
To say somebody is the Best Civic Servant is to say a lot. Not
only does it mean they provide a vital service to the community,
it requires that they show a dedication and passion for their work
and the residents who rely on them. We asked our reporters and
city officials for guidance in making our 2014 Best of Mid Rivers
Civic Servant picks. Here’s what they had to say:
Cottleville:
Jim Hennessey, mayor
“He has a genuine interest in making the city a wonderful place to raise a family or start a business,” said reporter
Amy Armour.
Dardenne Prairie:
Tommie Monroe, economic development coordinator
Editor Kate Uptergrove described Monroe as a “cheerleader for the city whose enthusiasm is contagious.”
Lake Saint Louis:
Diane Delcour, payroll technician
City Finance Director Renee Roettger, describes Delcour as “willing to go above and beyond what is expected to
help with whatever needs to be done, whether what needs to be done is part of her official job description or not.”
O’Fallon:
Kathy Halstead, volunteer services manager
Councilmember Rick Lucas said, “Kathy is dedicated and hard working … I can’t imagine where we would be without
her.”
St. Peters:
Lisa Bedian, communications director
“If you want to know what’s happening in St. Peters – from government to recreation – all it takes is one call to Lisa
and her terrific communications team,” Uptergrove said.
Weldon Spring:
Moe Kwiatkowski, city clerk
Armour cited Kwiatkowski’s idea for the annual Tri-City Holiday Food Drive competition as one of the reasons
Kwiatkowski is a good pick, plus “she is always available, friendly and welcoming.”
For Immediate Release – January 29, 2015
For More Information:
EDC of St. Charles County & PfP of Greater St. Charles
Kerin Miller, Creative & Events Director
Elizabeth Seibel, Website Coordinator
636.441.6880
Street Team sought for new website,
What’s Up St. Chuck
ST. CHARLES COUNTY, MO --- Enthusiastic writers and photographers are being
sought by the civic group Partners for Progress of Greater St. Charles to serve as the
Street Team for “What’s Up St. Chuck,” a new, go-to website geared toward 20- to
40-year-olds in search of events, restaurants, wineries/breweries, bars, sports and
fitness in St. Charles County.
Expected to launch later this spring, the What’s Up St. Chuck Street Team will be
hitting the pavement to curate content and take community photos to populate the
new website.
“Both the website and Street
Team are the first of their kind in
St. Charles County. We are
creating a place online where
20- to 40-year-olds can tap into
all St. Charles County has to
offer,” said Kerin Miller, Creative
& Events Director for the
Economic Development Center of
St. Charles County (EDC) and the civic group Partners for Progress of Greater St.
Charles (PfP). “There are rec sports leagues, music events, eclectic restaurants,
hiking trails and bars no one has ever heard of in our community. It’s time to change
that. So get ready for the What’s Up St. Chuck Street Team to cover the entire
county and bring great event and destination information to everyone.”
Team members will also meet on a monthly basis to brainstorm while working under
the direction of EDC-PfP Website Coordinator Elizabeth Seibel.
Applications with work samples are being accepted online
through February 12, 2015. For more information about joining
the team or to complete an application, click here.
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What’s Up St. Chuck Street Team
Partners for Progress of Greater St. Charles (EDC) is seeking enthusiastic writers and
photographers to join the What’s Up St. Chuck Street Team. What’s Up St. Chuck is
St. Charles County’s new, go-to website geared towards 20-40 year-olds highlighting events, local
restaurants, wineries, bars, sports and fitness… because There’s So Much More to St. Charles County. Expected to launch
in late March, the Street Team will be responsible in providing the content for this up-and-coming website.
Position Overview
Are you passionate about St. Charles County… then What’s Up St. Chuck wants you! Our Street Team will showcase
how vibrant our community is, through an active event calendar, stunning photographs and feature stories.
Street Team members will be a sub-contractor of the Economic Development Center of St. Charles County (EDC) and will
provide monthly content for What’s Up St. Chuck. In addition to completing his/her assignments, Street Team members
will meet on a monthly basis at the EDC. Street Team members will be in regular contact and work under the direction of
the Website Coordinator.
Position Responsibilities
Writers:
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Write and photograph on assigned category, event or location
Submit writing requirements before monthly deadline
Identify businesses, clubs or events to feature on site
Post stories and photos to personal social media networks
Attend monthly meetings on a TBD day and time
Photographers:
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Photograph on assigned category, event or location
Submit photo requirements before monthly deadline
Identify businesses, clubs or events to photograph on site
Post stories and photos to personal social media networks
Attend monthly meetings on a TBD day and time
Position Requirements
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Passionate about St. Charles County living, working and playing
Excellent communication skills
Ability to tell a story via photos or words
Access to camera or smart phones, email access and reliable transportation
Flexible working schedule is ideal
Knowledge of St. Charles County nightlife, restaurants, events
How to Apply
Writers:
Please complete the attached application and submit two writing samples (200-350 words each) with related photos.
Submit application, writing samples and photos to Elizabeth Seibel at [email protected].
Photographers:
Please complete the attached application and submit 10 photo samples of your work. Ideal photos will show a range of
photographic capabilities. Submit application and photos to Elizabeth Seibel at [email protected].
(See Page 3 & 4 for Application)
What’s Up St. Chuck Street Team Application
Name _______________________________________ Gender __________________
Address _______________________________________________________________
Phone _____________________________ Email ______________________________
Shirt Size: __________________________
List any current links to social media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Blog, etc):
___________________________________________________________________________________________
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1. What position are you applying for? (circle one)
Street Team Writer
Street Team Photographer
2. If you are applying to be a writer, which areas would you prefer to write about? (Circle ALL that interest you!)
Sports & Fitness
Restaurants
Events
Wineries & Breweries
Shop Local
3. Why do you want to be a part of the What’s Up St. Chuck Street Team?
___________________________________________________________________________________________
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4. How would you describe St. Charles County to someone who has never been here?
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5. What is your favorite thing to do in St. Charles County? Why?
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6. Currently, where do you find information about the newest restaurants, bars, events, etc. in St. Charles County?
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7. In your opinion, what components are critical to a County’s go-to website?
___________________________________________________________________________________________
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8. What qualities do you have, that make you the perfect fit for the What’s Up St. Chuck Street Team?
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9. If selected, what would be your first steps as a Street Team member?
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10. What organizations, if any, are you involved with that can help promote this website?
___________________________________________________________________________________________
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11. What creative/unique marketing ideas would you use to drive visitors to a website like What’s Up St. Chuck?
___________________________________________________________________________________________
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12. Tell us something interesting about yourself!
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13. This position requires a minimum of a 6 month commitment of traveling throughout St. Charles County (several
times a month) to cover various businesses and events. Members of the Street Team will be interacting with
both the public and potentially interviewing prominent community members.
Are you up for it? Explain.
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Applications should be emailed to [email protected], faxed to 636.441.6881, or mailed to: EDC of St. Charles County,
Attn: What’s Up St. Chuck, 5988 Mid Rivers Mall Drive, St. Charles, MO 63304 by the EOB Thursday, February 12, 2015.
For questions, contact Elizabeth Seibel at 636-229-5275.
Thank you for taking the time to apply for the What’s Up St. Chuck Street Team!
100 North Main Street
O’Fallon, Missouri 63366
Phone: 636.240.2000
www.ofallon.mo.us
MEDIA RELEASE
Contact –Tom Drabelle,
Director of Public Relations
636.379.5508
[email protected]
For Immediate Release
January 29, 2015
O’Fallon to host visioning workshop on the future of Main
Street
Residents, business owners, employees and visitors are needed to participate in a study focusing
on preserving and enhancing the City of O’Fallon’s historic core, specifically Main Street, which
runs through the heart of Downtown O’Fallon. The study will explore potential concepts for
improving the streetscape, aesthetics, functionality and walkability of Main Street with the goal
of providing recommendations to strengthen Main Street as a vibrant corridor and economic
driver for the City.
The public is invited to attend a Main Street Visioning Workshop on Thursday, February 19,
in the O’Fallon Municipal Centre (City Hall) Multi-Purpose Room. For the convenience of
attendees, two sessions covering the same material will be held. The first session will begin at 4
p.m. and the second begins at 7 p.m. Attendees will hear presentations, view exhibits and have
the opportunity to discuss concepts for improving the public infrastructure and overall aesthetics
of the Main Street Corridor with City representatives.
Additionally, the public can provide feedback on concepts ahead of the Workshop through a
survey available on www.ofallon.mo.us. The Survey is available on the main page of the site or
at www.ofallon.mo.us/o-fallon-connected.
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For More Information:
Greg Prestemon, PfP President
Scott J. Drachnik, PfP Sr. Vice President
636.441.6880
High tech high school students to be honored
Annual STEM Celebration Breakfast,
March 6
ST. CHARLES COUNTY, MO --- The Annual STEM Celebration Breakfast to honor local high
school students excelling in science, technology, engineering and math will be held 7:30 a.m.
Friday,
March 6 at Old Hickory Golf Club, #1 Dye Club Road, St. Peters, Mo.
The event is hosted by the Partners for Progress of Greater
St. Charles, a civic group founded in 2001 to influence
community progress so people, businesses and institutions
flourish.
STEM is a national and regional effort to better prepare the
workforce of tomorrow by encouraging students to engage
in studies, events, and careers involving science, technology,
engineering and math.
All 17 public and private high schools in St. Charles County
are nominating students for these honors based on their
STEM achievements, college and career plans.
This year’s keynote speaker will be John Clark, general manager of Masterclock, a high tech
company based in St. Charles
that was named Missouri’s 2014 Exporter of the Year by
Governor Jay Nixon.
Admission to the March 6 recognition breakfast is free, seating is limited, and registration is
required and going on now. Click here to sign-up. This year’s generous event sponsors are
BoardPaq and The Electrical Connection.
For more information about the 2015 PfP STEM Celebration Breakfast and sponsorship
opportunities, contact Scott Drachnik at 636.229.5284. ###
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January 29, 2015, Volume 18, Issue 05
In This Week’s Edition:
-Announcements
Invitation for Bids - South Grand Rain Garden Fencing
St. Louis Earth Day Symposium - Call for Presentations
Nominations Open for Green Leaf Achievement Awards
Transportation Project Review Workshops at EWG February 3 & 5
Request for Qualifications for Architectural Services
Request for Proposals for Special Counsel and Bond Counsel
APA—St. Louis Metro Section Call for 2015 Award Nominations
Call for Project Applications: Surface Transportation Program - Suballocated (STP-S) and Congestion
Management and Air Quality Improvement (CMAQ) Projects
-Conferences and Events
Free Screening of The Pruitt-Igoe Myth
St. Louis Regional Transportation Forum
QuakeSmart Business Summit
Free All-Neighborhoods Forum on Region's Fragmented Governmental Organization
The Impact of Community and Police Interactions on Individual Civil Rights in Missouri
-News
East-West Gateway Releases Where We Stand Update on Sustainability
News Briefs
-Online Resources
Guide for Safer Walking and Bicycling
-Jobs
-Grants
Environmental Education Local Grants
-Quotes
Past issues of the Local Government Briefings can be found at:
http://www.ewgateway.org/library/newsletters/newsletters.htm
To subscribe or submit an item for the newsletter, please contact:
Gary Pondrom, Editor, Local Government Briefings E-mail: [email protected]
Phone: (314) 421-4220 or (618) 274-2750
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Announcements...
Invitation for Bids - South Grand Rain Garden Fencing
The South Grand Community Improvement District is seeking sealed bids for fencing for the S. Grand Rain
Garden Project. Bids are due no later than 1 PM, February 6. Bids received after this time will not be
considered. Details and specifications are posted at www.southgrand.org.
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St. Louis Earth Day Symposium - Call for Presentations
St. Louis Earth Day is accepting presentation and poster proposals from sustainability professionals to
present at its annual Symposium on June 3, at St. Louis University. The Symposium theme is "Livable
Communities" with focus on biodiversity, community, food and transportation within an urban/suburban
environment. The St. Louis Earth Day Symposium provides educational and networking opportunities for
local government officials, community leaders and professionals from diverse backgrounds in the planning
and environmental fields. Participation in the Symposium provides an outstanding opportunity to support
important programming, raise your visibility in the bi-state St. Louis region, network with other
professionals, and share your experience and expertise with area decision makers. To send a presentation
proposal, go to www.stlouisearthday.org/events/earth-day-symposium. Submission deadline is February
27. For questions, contact [email protected].
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Nominations Open for Green Leaf Achievement Awards
HeartLands Conservancy, Southwestern Illinois’ leader in conservation since 1989, is now accepting
nominations for its first ever Green Leaf Achievement Awards. The Green Leaf Awards will recognize
outstanding contributions to the environment within the Southwestern Illinois region. The Green Leaf
Awards will honor exemplary sustainability and environmental stewardship achievements of our current and
future leaders, businesses, organizations and communities. Through the awards, HeartLands
Conservancy hopes to advance awareness and innovation in sustainability, environmental stewardship,
and resource conservation in Southwestern Illinois. This year, award nominations will be accepted in the
following categories: Agriculture; Business/Industry; Community/County; Individual/Group; and
Youth/Education. The deadline to nominate is February 27. For information on how to submit a
nomination, description of each award category and information on the award presentations to be held April
16, go to www.heartlandsconservancy.org/greenleaf.
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Transportation Project Review Workshops at EWG February 3 & 5
Workshops for sponsors planning to submit Surface Transportation Program-Suballocated and/ or
Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality Improvement Program projects
On Tuesday, February 3, and Thursday, February 5, East-West Gateway (EWG) is hosting a Project
Review Workshop for local sponsors who plan on submitting a Surface Transportation
Program-Suballocated and/ or Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality Improvement Program project
application. At this workshop, local sponsors come to EWG with a specific project in mind to get feedback
from a panel of ‘experts’ with regards to their proposed project application. This workshop is intended for
local agencies that have at least a specific project concept to present for review. The workshop for
Missouri sponsors will be held from 9 AM – 3 PM on Tuesday, February 3. The workshop for Illinois
sponsors will be held from 10 AM – 2 PM on Thursday, February 5. Attendance at this workshop is not
required to submit a project application. To ensure a spot, registration is required by 5 PM, January 30,
for Missouri sponsors and by noon, February 3, for Illinois sponsors. Participants are asked to select
a half-hour time slot when they register. Panel reviewers consisting of IDOT, MoDOT, and East-West
Gateway staff as well as experts in transit accessibility and bicycle and pedestrian elements will be present
to review project concepts, offer guidance, and answer questions related to the proposed project. Agencies
can bring a completed or partially completed project application for review if they choose. Go to
http://goo.gl/kE5AqD for directions and to register to attend.
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Request for Qualifications for Architectural Services
The City of University City has issued a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for Architectural Services to
renovate a city-owned building located at 7315 Olive Boulevard. Submission deadline is 4 PM, February 6.
View the full RFQ at http://www.ucitymo.org/bids.aspx.
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Request for Proposals for Special Counsel and Bond Counsel
The City of Crestwood anticipates receiving a proposal for the redevelopment of a portion of the City known
as the Crestwood Plaza Redevelopment Area. The area is comprised of approximately 48 acres of land
(not including street rights-of-way) and includes Crestwood Plaza, a 1.1 million square foot regional
shopping center. The project is referred to as the Crestwood Plaza Redevelopment Project. In connection
with the redevelopment of the Area, the City desires to explore the feasibility of financing a portion of the
costs of redeveloping the Area through the use of various economic development programs and has
determined that Special Counsel and Bond Counsel is needed to assist the City with the consideration of
proposed economic development programs, the negotiation of redevelopment agreements with the
potential developer, and the preparation, sale, and issuance of notes, bonds or other obligations related to
the project. It is expected that these services will be needed beginning in 2015. Proposals are due by 3
PM, February 13. Link to the RFP document from
www.cityofcrestwood.org/category/index.php?categoryid=28.
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APA—St. Louis Metro Section Call for 2015 Award Nominations
Every year, the St. Louis Metro Section of the American Planning Association (SLMS-APA) issues a Call
for Award Nominations requesting local, regional, state, and multi-jurisdictional governments as well as
non-profit entities, planning consultants and development groups to apply for the metropolitan area’s only
awards focused entirely on urban and regional planning. Section membership is not required to nominate
or be nominated for an award. This year, applicants are encouraged to apply for any of four award
categories: Award for Outstanding Plan Making; Award for Outstanding Plan Implementation; Award for
Outstanding Planning Practice; and the Dwight F. Davis Award for Outstanding Planning Advocate, which
will honor up to 3 elected or appointed citizen planners and/or planning professionals. Details for award
categories, submission criteria/rules, and the nomination form can be found at
www.mo-apa.org/slms-awards. Award nominations must be submitted by 5 PM, Friday, February 6.
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Call for Project Applications: Surface Transportation Program - Suballocated
(STP-S) and Congestion Management and Air Quality Improvement (CMAQ)
Projects
For Illinois and Missouri municipalities interested in applying for federal funds for local transportation
projects, East-West Gateway Council of Governments is announcing that it will soon be accepting
applications for Surface Transportation Program-Suballocated (STP-S) and Congestion Management and
Air Quality Improvement (CMAQ) projects.
STP-S funds can be used for projects such as: pavement preservation, highway expansion, congestion
mitigation, safety, environmental mitigation, transit, and pedestrian facilities. Projects on roads functionally
classified as local or rural minor collectors are not eligible for these funds. Bridges on any functionally
classified road are eligible for STP-S funds, however, bridges on roads functionally classified as local or
rural minor collectors may be replaced with only minimal connecting road work eligible for federal funds.
CMAQ funds are intended to fund transportation programs or projects that will contribute to attainment or
maintenance of the national air quality standards for ozone, carbon monoxide, and particulate matter.
Eligible activities include traffic flow improvement, demand management, shared ride services,
bicycle/pedestrian facilities, transit vehicles/facilities, and operating assistance for new transit service.
Maintenance projects such as road resurfacing/reconstruction and projects that add new capacity for single
occupant vehicles are not eligible.
Application forms and additional information is posted at www.ewgateway.org/TIPAppInfo/tipappinfo.htm
Application deadline is 4 PM, February 19, 2015.
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Conferences and Events...
February 4: Free Screening of The Pruitt-Igoe Myth
SLU College of Education and Public Service film screening and discussion
The College of Education and Public Service at Saint Louis University will host a free screening of the film
The Pruitt-Igoe Myth as part of the Teaching St. Louis Series: Educating for Critical Change. The program
is open to the public, and free parking is available. This event will take place on Wednesday, Feb. 4, at 6
PM at Il Monastero, 3500 Olive St., St. Louis. A dialogue led by a panel will follow, which will focus on the
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film and its implications for how we talk about our community and the history of housing in St. Louis.
Panelists will include Paul Fehler, one of the film's producers, and Sylvester Brown Jr., a journalist and
former Pruitt-Igoe resident. Teaching St. Louis is a series sponsored by the College of Education & Public
Service designed to broaden teachers' understandings of how to teach the complex issues of race, class
and inequity in our community. Go to www.slu.edu/college-of-education-home/teaching-st-louis for more
information and to register to attend.
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February 5: St. Louis Regional Transportation Forum
Interact with the area’s top leaders on the plans for the region’s new freight district and the promising future
of regional freight-related economic development. Former Illinois Congressman Jerry Costello will deliver
the keynote address. Discussion panelists are Joe Reagan, President, St. Louis Regional Chamber; Dr. Ed
HIllhouse, Executive Director, East West Gateway Council of Governments; John Nations, President &
CEO, Bi-State Metro; and Ellen Krohne, Executive Director, Leadership Council Southwestern Illinois. The
forum will be held February 5, at the DoubleTree Hotel, 1000 Eastport Plaza, Collinsville, Ill. Breakfast:
7:15 AM; keynote: 7:45; presentation and discussion: 8:15. Pre-registration is required to attend. Register
at www.ewgateway.org/freightforum.
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February 6: QuakeSmart Business Summit
Program for earthquake mitigation best practices for businesses, governments and organizations
The State Emergency Management Agency and Missouri Seismic Safety Commission are two of several
partnering to host the QuakeSmart Business Summit on Friday, February 6, from 9 - 3 PM, at St. Louis
University. At the summit, you will learn about a program for earthquake mitigation, the QuakeSmart
Community Resilience Program for Businesses, Governments and Organizations. The Federal Alliance for
Safe Homes and Earthquake Country Alliance developed the program that includes comprehensive
earthquake vulnerability assessments and nonstructural and building retrofit information to protect lives and
to help avoid post-earthquake business interruption. This program is being launched to recognize efforts
that improve business continuity should an earthquake occur. Presentations at the summit will provide an
overview of the specific mitigation actions needed to address vulnerabilities. Attendees will also receive
valuable tools on specific steps that can be taken immediately in-house, and engineered methods of
making all the needed adjustments to become a QuakeSmart Business. You will also hear from Missouri
companies who have taken steps to prepare for earthquake and other natural disasters. Registration is
free and lunch will be provided. Learn more about this seminar and register to attend at
http://goo.gl/LAeFHa. Learn more about the QuakeSmart program at www.quakesmartcommunity.org.
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February 19: Free All-Neighborhoods Forum on Region's Fragmented
Governmental Organization
SLACO (St. Louis Association of Community Organizations) will sponsor a free All-Neighborhoods Forum
on fragmented governmental organization in St. Louis City and County on Thursday, February 19, from
7-8:30 PM. The event will be held in Room T204 in the Performing Arts Center Theatre of St. Louis
Community College at Forest Park, 5600 Oakland. The forum, open to the public, is designed to help
residents gain a better understanding of the impact of our government structure on basic public services.
Parking is available in Lots C or D. Panelists will include David Leipholtz, Director of Community Studies,
Better Together; Mike Jones, former Deputy Mayor of the City of St. Louis who recently retired from the
County Executive’s Office; and Gerry Welch, Mayor of Webster Groves and past president of the St. Louis
County Municipal League. Better Together, sponsored by the Missouri Council for a Better Economy, has
released several studies on aspects of local government fragmentation. After opening statements, the
audience will submit written questions to a moderator who will select the topics to pose to the panel.
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February 23: The Impact of Community and Police Interactions on Individual Civil
Rights in Missouri
Missouri Advisory Committee to the U. S. Commission on Civil Rights Public Meeting
The Missouri Advisory Committee to the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights will convene a series of panel
discussions to examine police and community interactions, and the extent to which disparities in the use of
force may persist on the basis of race or color. The meeting will take place on Monday February 23, 2015,
from 8 AM to 5:30 PM, in the Auditorium of the J.C. Penny Conference Center at the University of
Missouri-St. Louis, 1 University Drive, St. Louis. The meeting is open to the public without registration.
State advisory committee members conduct reviews and produce reports and recommendations
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concerning local civil rights issues, including justice, voting, discrimination, housing, and education. Go to
www.usccr.gov/press/2015/press-release_1-27-15.pdf for more information about this meeting.
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What’s in the News...
In regional news...
East-West Gateway Releases Where We Stand Update on Sustainability
East-West Gateway has just released a Where We Stand Update comparing sustainable development in
the St. Louis region to those of 34 peer Metropolitan Statistical Areas. These peer regions are St. Louis'
domestic competition and provide a consistent yardstick to gauge 'Where We Stand.'
According to an analysis of 16 of the indicators tracked as part of OneSTL, the regional plan for sustainable
development, the St. Louis region: performs better than most of its peer regions on measures of poverty,
crime, housing affordability, income inequality, and volunteering. The region performs worse than most of
its peer regions on measures of economic output and growth, racial disparity in income, exercise, land
development, air quality, heat- and cold-related deaths, public transit, transportation choice, access to
healthy foods, and college attainment.
This update does not provide a complete picture of how the region is performing on sustainability because
it only presents indicators that can be assessed for the peer regions. Data for the other OneSTL indicators
as well as additional information on the indicators presented in this update is available on the plan website
at www.onestl.org/indicators.
You can find out more about where the St. Louis region stands among its peers on sustainability in the
Where We Stand 6th Edition, Update 10, online at
www.ewgateway.org/pdffiles/newsletters/WWS/WWS6EdNo10.pdf
Past editions of Where We Stand and Where We Stand Updates to the 6th Edition can be accessed at
www.ewgateway.org/wws/wws.htm.
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In national news...
News Briefs
How Boston Is Making Permitting and Licensing Easier
A labyrinth-like permitting process is a huge barrier to growth for entrepreneurs who are starting small
businesses. Boston's mayor has challenged his administration to evaluate and improve the city’s permitting
experience. Read how Boston is going about streamlining their permitting process at http://goo.gl/xAuSTT.
Source: Innovators Insights, January 29, 2015
How to Turn Boring Utility Boxes into Public Art
Cities around the country have been making it easier to decorate mundane utility boxes into something
more colorful and representative of the neighborhoods they serve. Reducing the amount of graffiti is a
bonus. Read how Minneapolis is going about it at http://goo.gl/BIMJBh.
Source: Planetizen Newswire, January 22, 2015
Growing Suburban Low-Income Populations
This month, The Atlantic released an article, "Suburbs and the New American Poverty," that looks at the
influx of low-income families living outside of cities. With little transit service in suburban areas, poor
populations have few options for getting to places like school, work, and grocery stores. Although suburbs
once offered a path out of poverty, that idea may be shifting.
You can read the article at http://goo.gl/jzqHuU.
Source: FHWA Human Environment Digest, January 29, 2015
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Virginia DOT Uses Roadkill for Compost Through Pilot Program
The Virginia Department of Transportation is putting roadkill to good use with an accelerated decomposition
system that turns its highway carcasses into compost within six weeks. Under the pilot, the state agency is
testing the transformation of the animals into plant food, which can then be used to control erosion and help
establish grass areas. While the conversion system costs around $140,000, officials note that the roadkill
collected by the agency costs nearly $4 million a year for disposal. Several other states also compost
roadkill.
Read more at http://goo.gl/1Tr4Ks.
Source: Innovators Insights, January 29, 2015
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Online Resources...
Guide for Safer Walking and Bicycling
The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) published “A Resident’s Guide for Creating Safer
Communities for Walking and Biking,” a report that provides information, ideas, and resources to help
residents learn about issues that affect walking and biking conditions in their communities. The guide
provides examples from communities working to improve pedestrian and bicyclist safety and also contains
fact sheets, worksheets, and sample materials that can be distributed or adapted to meet the needs of a
community. The guide can be downloaded at http://goo.gl/GGaUjT.
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Jobs...
Director of Planning & Development Administration
City of Columbia, Ill,
The City of Columbia, Illinois, seeks an experienced and skilled professional to lead its planning and
development activities. This newly created position will be responsible for directing the City’s short and
long-term planning efforts as well as overseeing the Building & Zoning Department. The Director of
Planning & Development Administration serves as the Zoning Administrator and will be responsible for
ensuring compliance with the City’s Zoning, Subdivision, and Building Codes. Additionally, this person will
work closely with the City Administrator and coordinate on special projects with other departments, such as
Economic Development and Public Works. View the full job posting and application requirements at
www.columbiaillinois.com/index.aspx?NID=170. EOE
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Finance Officer
City of Frontenac
The City of Frontenac is accepting applications for the position of Finance Officer to manage all of the city’s
financial operations including all accounting and accounts payable, payroll, investment functions and
preparation of monthly and annual financial statements. Coordinates the annual budget and audit. Incode
or similar accounting operating system experience necessary. Experience with employee benefits
administration will be helpful. Serves as Department Head, reports to the City Administrator and works
closely with the city’s management team. Current salary range $70,000 to $88,000. Competitive benefits
package. This position will be open until filled. Send resume and cover letter to City Administrator Bob
Shelton at [email protected]. EOE
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Superintendent of Public Works
City of Trenton, Ill.
The City of Trenton is accepting applications for the position of Superintendent of Public Works. The
Superintendent organizes, directs and coordinates the activities of the Public Works Department to ensure
the delivery of quality services, and is responsible for the maintenance of the streets, water distribution
mains, sanitary sewer mains, and parks and recreation facilities. Salary DOQ. View the full job posting
and application procedure at http://www3.trenton-il.com/employment. EOE
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Deputy Director/Intergovernmental Relations
League of Kansas Municipalities
The League of Kansas Municipalities is seeking a Deputy Director/Intergovernmental Relations Associate.
T his person will represent Kansas municipalities in state and federal legislative and administrative
processes. The deputy director oversees the League’s public policy development process, and develops
strategies to promote the League as the authoritative source of information on Kansas cities. Successful
candidates will build collaborative working relationships with state officials, legislators, member cities, other
units of government, other professional organizations and the League’s affiliate organizations. Salary
commensurate with experience. E-mail Erik Sartorius at [email protected] to request the full job posting.
EOE
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Director of Finance
City of Ladue
The City of Ladue, Mo., seeks a dedicated professional to serve in the position of Director of Finance who
is appointed by the Mayor with the approval of the City Council. The position manages all aspects of a
two-person finance department including all accounting and accounts payable, payroll, investment
functions and preparation of monthly and annual financial statements. Experience with risk management,
employee benefits, i.e. medical insurance and pension administration will be helpful. Coordinates the
annual budget process and the annual public audit. Responsible for preparation of the annual budget
which approximates $16,000,000 across four funds. Serves as staff and works closely with the Assistant to
the Mayor / City Clerk and the city’s management team in a wide variety of city operations. The city offers a
competitive salary and benefits package. Starting salary is negotiable based on qualifications and
experience. This position will be open until filled. Applicants must possess a bachelor's degree in
accounting. View the full job posting and application instructions at http://goo.gl/TO6lLb . EOE
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Director of Public Works / City Engineer
City of Wildwood
The City of Wildwood (pop. 35,517) is seeking a highly motivated person to fill the position of Director of
Public Works/City Engineer. The Director of Public Works/City Engineer is a highly responsible position
that is a critical part of the City's overall management team, with direct responsibility for street, right-of-way
and facility maintenance, capital improvement project administration, private development plan review and
permitting, oversight of the City’s residential solid waste license agreement, and management of numerous
consultant and construction contracts. Interested candidates must be a licensed Professional Engineer in
the State of Missouri, and should submit a cover letter, résumé, and a minimum of three (3) professional
references to Director of Public Works Position, City of Wildwood, 16860 Main Street, Wildwood, MO
63040, no later than Friday, January 30, 2015. Competitive salary and benefit package. Wildwood
residency is not required, but preferred. More information is available at http://www.cityofwildwood.com.
EOE
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President & Executive Director
Lemay Development Corporation
The Lemay Development Corporation (LDC), the economic development organization for the Lemay
community, is seeking a qualified and experienced individual to serve as its President & Executive Director.
The President and Executive Director is the Chief Executive Officer of the organization with the primary
responsibility of implementing programs that facilitate the economic growth and development of the
unincorporated area of St. Louis County known as Lemay. As a not-for-profit entity, the LDC strives to
enhance the economic environment and quality of life for all who live and work within the Lemay
community. The LDC works hand-in-hand with businesses, residents, developers, community partners and
government officials and agencies to further its mission of preserving and advancing the Lemay community
by acting as the primary catalyst in the implementation of community and economic development initiatives.
A full job posting and list of qualifications can be found at www.lemaydevelopment.org/jobs. EOE
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City Engineer
City of Kirkwood
Responsible for planning, directing, controlling, and coordinating the work of the Engineering department,
which includes supervision of the Building Commissioner’s Office, planning and zoning and capital
infrastructure planning. Also, reviews applications before the Planning and Zoning Commission; directs the
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investigation of complaints; supervises in-house design work on structures, pavements, water distribution
and drainage systems; and supervises the preparation of legal descriptions of property and easements
required for public notices and City purchases. Acts as the City’s Engineer of Record for the potable water
distribution system. Prepares the annual budget for the Engineering department and Building
Commissioner’s office. Comprehensive knowledge of building construction principles and practices and the
various codes affecting building construction. State registration as a Professional Engineer required.
Salary: $76,936 - $87,626 annually, depending on qualifications with competitive benefits. Position is
exempt. Link to the full job posting and application instructions from
www.kirkwoodmo.org/content/1796/employment.aspx. EOE
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Additional Job Opportunities
Comprehensive Planner, County of St. Louis, $39,354 - $47,216 starting:
http://agency.governmentjobs.com/stlouis/default.cfm
Current Planner, County of St. Louis, $39,354 - $47,216 starting:
http://agency.governmentjobs.com/stlouis/default.cfm
Administrative Assistant Trainee, City of Ballwin, $14/hr. starting: E-mail [email protected] to
request full job posting
Fire Fighter/Paramedic, City of Crestwood, $46,965/yr. starting: http://goo.gl/WLc0Yf
P.T. Accounting Clerk/Intern, City of Bridgeton, $10/hr.: www.bridgetonmo.com/index.aspx?page=32
Administrative Assistant to C.A. & Mayor, City of Crestwood, $30,883- $34,900:
www.cityofcrestwood.org/topic/subtopic.php?topicid=43
Clerk I, City of Wentzville, $14.25: www.wentzvillemo.org/job-listing.aspx
Maintenance Worker I, City of Wentzville, $12.96 - $15.54/hr. starting:
www.wentzvillemo.org/job-listing.aspx
Recreation Coordinator, City of Wentzville $32,605 - $39,126 starting:
www.wentzvillemo.org/job-listing.aspx
Secretary, City of Wentzville, $12.96 - $15.54/hr. starting: www.wentzvillemo.org/job-listing.aspx
Municipal Services Manager / Streets Superintendent, City of Ferguson, $53,177 - $62,878/yr,.:
www.fergusoncity.com/jobs.aspx
Building Official, City of Brentwood, $68,245/yr. DOQ: https://www.brentwoodmo.org/jobs.aspx
Education Coordinator, Missouri River Relief, $28,000 to $36,000/yr.: http://goo.gl/egnlcw
Public Works Intern, City of O’Fallon, Mo., $13.15/hr.: https://ofallon.applicantpro.com/jobs
Administrative Assistant, City of Wentzville, $17.24 - $20.69/hr.: www.wentzvillemo.org/job-listing.aspx
Engineering Technician, City of Wentzville, $21.34 - $25.61/hr.: www.wentzvillemo.org/job-listing.aspx
Engineering Intern, City of Chesterfield, $12/hr.: www.chesterfield.mo.us/careers.html
Recreation Supervisor, City of Creve Coeur, $31,464/yr.: www.creve-coeur.org/jobs.aspx
Engineering Intern, City of Des Peres, $12 - $14/hr.: http://mo-desperes3.civicplus.com/jobs.aspx
Horticulturist, City of Wentzville, $39,452 - $47,342/yr.: www.wentzvillemo.org/job-listing.aspx
Clerk I – Human Resources, City of Wentzville, $14.25 - $17.10/hr.:
www.wentzvillemo.org/job-listing.aspx
Stormwater Intern, City of Wentzville, $10/hr.: www.wentzvillemo.org/job-listing.aspx
P.T. Vehicle Mechanic Helper, City of Crestwood, $12/hr. to start:
www.cityofcrestwood.org/topic/subtopic.php?topicid=43
Maintenance Worker, City of Black Jack, $12.50 - $14/hr.:
http://cityofblackjack.com/183/Employment-Opportunities
P.T. Snow Plow Driver, City of Creve Coeur, $20 to $25/hr.: www.creve-coeur.org/jobs.aspx
P.T, Court Clerk, City of Creve Coeur, $13.50/hr. to start: www.creve-coeur.org/jobs.aspx
P.T. Farmers & Artists Market Mgr., City of Creve Coeur, $12 - $14/hr.: www.creve-coeur.org/jobs.aspx
Summer Interns: Administration, Communications, Community Development, Parks and
Recreation, and Public Works., City of Maryland Heights, $11.50/hr.:
www.marylandheights.com/index.aspx?page=69
Supervisor Aquatics & Fitness, City of Wentzville, $39,452 - $47,342/yr.:
www.wentzvillemo.org/employment-opportunities.aspx
P.T. Code Enforcement Officer, City of Ferguson, $31,865 - $43,866/yr.:
www.fergusoncity.com/jobs.aspx
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Grants...
Environmental Education Local Grants
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced the availability of funding for
Environmental Education Local Grants. The maximum allowed grant under the program is $91,000. The
purpose of the Environmental Education Local Grants Program is to support locally-focused environmental
education projects that increase public awareness and knowledge about environmental issues. The grants
program also provides participants with the opportunity to develop skills needed in order to make informed
environmental decisions and take responsible actions toward the environment. This grant program
provides financial support for projects that design, demonstrate, and/or disseminate environmental
education practices, methods, or techniques. The deadline to apply for a grant is March 6. Go to
http://goo.gl/NREMne to view the full grant announcement.
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Quotes...
"You all know the various grades that we get for infrastructure from the American Society of Civil
Engineers? They would not get you into college."
U.S. Energy Secretary Ernest Moniz, speaking at the U.S. Conference of Mayors' winter meeting about
energy efficiency and infrastructure improvements.
Source: Governing, January 28, 2015
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