The Official Quarterly Publication of the City of O’Fallon, Missouri
Spring 2020 • www.ofallon.mo.us
Spring brings opportunity to O’Fallon Be counted in the 2020 Census The United States Constitution requires that the Federal government accurately count each and every resident of this country every 10 years, but did you know the Census also helps shape your community? Your representation in Congress, the State Legislature and even the City Council are determined by the Census, and the Federal government determines how funds are allocated throughout the country based on Census data. April 1 is Census day, so don’t miss the opportunity to do your civic duty and help shape your City’s future! Be counted in the 2020 Census! Find out more at 2020Census.gov.
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Proposition 1
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Upcoming Events
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Veterans Report Public Assistance
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Roscoe’s Den
9 Renew O’Fallon 10 Police Bulletins 11 CarShield Field Events
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s we move into the wonderful Spring season, it’s an incredibly busy time for our City. Whether you’re looking for family-friendly activities, great kids’ events or even some new adult-oriented fun, you have plenty of options this Spring in O’Fallon. We have Easter-themed egg hunts for kids and adults and our popular Game On event is back on April 24 for kids ages 13 to 18. For you adults, don’t miss Game On – After Dark, where adults 18 and over can relive their youth with video games, inflatable challenges and, of course, the best of the area’s craft breweries. Get all the details on page 4. Also this Spring, we have two very important dates for our community. First, April 1st is United States Census day. This year, it’s easier than ever to stand up and be counted with an online response portal. As our City continues to grow, making sure each and every resident is counted is crucial. Many of the funds we receive from the Federal government are allocated based on our Census. Plus, the Census determines how we’re represented in Congress and at the State level. It only takes five minutes, so please either complete your Census card and mail it back or go online and be counted! On April 7, O’Fallon voters will go to the polls to elect five City Council positions and vote on Proposition 1. Prop 1, which would establish a use tax in the City, benefits our City in several ways. It would bring an estimated $3 million in additional revenue to our City, allowing us to upgrade safety equipment for our Police Officers, improve the safety of our streets and potentially even allow us to hire additional Police Officers. Plus, the use tax helps our local businesses by ensuring that no matter where you buy items, whether in our local retailers or online from out of state, you will pay the exact same in sales tax. Without a use tax in place, shoppers are incentivized to bypass our local retailers and save a few bucks by shopping online to avoid sales tax. I encourage you to research this important issue, check out page 3 of this newsletter for more details and please consider voting for Prop 1. The impact on each resident is minimal, but the benefits for O’Fallon and our business community are huge! On behalf of my family and all of us here at O’Fallon, I hope you have a wonderful Spring and please remember to help keep our City one of the country’s best places to live, work and play by shopping and dining in O’Fallon! Sincerely,
Bill Hennessy, Mayor
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Be an informed voter! Learn about Prop 1 on page 3.
Elected Officials
New City website makes it easier to find what you need
Mayor Bill Hennessy 636-379-5500 bhennessy@ofallon.mo.us
Stay up to date and get all the latest O’Fallon news at www.ofallon.mo.us. Our new website offers an improved look, easier navigation and an improved mobile experience. Register for classes and events, ask questions of City staff, pay a utility bill or just learn more about O’Fallon – www.ofallon.mo.us is your portal to your hometown!
Ward 1 Councilmembers Dave Hinman
636-379-5581 dhinman@ofallon.mo.us
Residents 65+ or disabled, use your 2019 utility receipts to file for tax rebates this spring
Deana Smith
636-379-5582 dsmith@ofallon.mo.us
If you are a resident age 65+ or with disabilities, you may recoup some of your phone and City utility taxes. Be sure to retain copies of your 2019 gas, electric and phone bills, including your cell phone. With those in hand, plus your completed tax return, you may be able to file for O’Fallon’s utility tax rebates in 2020.
Ward 2 Councilmembers Tom “Duke” Herweck 636-379-5583 therweck@ofallon.mo.us
To qualify, you must be an O’Fallon resident who is 65+ or have been determined totally disabled by the Social Security Administration (legal proof of disability is required). And, you must have an annual gross adjusted gross income that is less than the Federal guidelines of $45,550 for a single household or $52,050 for a married/two-person household. Social Security income is not counted. If you qualify, City staff will help you file for the rebates at City Hall, 100 North Main St., from April 15 through May 29, from 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Rose Mack
636-379-5591 rmack@ofallon.mo.us
Ward 3 Councilmembers Dale Kling
636-379-5586 dkling@ofallon.mo.us
Vote on April 7
Nathan Bibb
Remember to vote in the General Municipal Election on Tuesday, April 7! Find your sample ballot, polling place and voter registration information at www.sccmo.org/410/ElectionAuthority. The deadline to register to vote is Wednesday, March 11.
636-379-5585 nbibb@ofallon.mo.us
Ward 4 Councilmembers Jeff Kuehn
Communications Director • Tom Drabelle • tdrabelle@ofallon.mo.us
636-379-5587 jkuehn@ofallon.mo.us
Web and Design Administrator • Bryan Wieczorek • bwieczorek@ofallon.mo.us Communications Specialist • Susan Etchason • setchason@ofallon.mo.us
Jim Ottomeyer
636-379-5580 jottomeyer@ofallon.mo.us
Ward 5 Councilmembers Debbie Cook
636-379-5588 dcook@ofallon.mo.us
AFTER DARK
Mike Pheney
Helpful Numbers
636-379-5584 mpheney@ofallon.mo.us
late-night gaming for adults only
Citizens First Center
Friday, April 24 • CarShield Field
636-379-5553
City Hall
Game On: 6:30–8:30 p.m. • Ages 13–18 After Dark: 9–11 p.m. • Ages 18+
636-240-2000
Police (Non-emergency) 636-240-3200
Trash and Recycling 636-272-0477
O’Fallon Water & Sewer 636-281-2858
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Gaming truck • Giant yard games • Extreme inflatable challenges Concessions available for purchase from local food trucks Adult craft brews available for purchase after 9 p.m. (ages 21+) Tickets: $10 for either event • On sale March 9 at
www.ofallon.mo.us/game-on
When O’Fallon voters go to the polls on Tuesday, April 7, they will have the opportunity to vote on Proposition 1, which would increase funding to the O’Fallon Police Department and road improvements. The funds would come from a use tax placed on items purchased from out-of-state retailers. What will the funds be used for? The funds will be used first to support the needs of the Police Department and additional funds generated will be used to improve neighborhood streets. Initial improvements for the O’Fallon Police Department focus on technological improvements to help officers do their jobs more safely and more efficiently. These improvements include: ✓ In-car cameras ✓ Body cameras ✓ A new computer-aided dispatch system to replace the current 20-year-old system ✓ License plate readers Future plans also call for the addition of more police officers to keep up with the growth of the City. The City’s Street and Road Improvement Fund also will see additional funds through the passing of Prop 1. These funds will be used to make City streets safer through additional asphalt and concrete improvements on residential streets.
How does a use tax work? Local use tax is collected instead of sales tax when an out-ofstate vendor does not have a sufficient presence in Missouri to be subject to local sales tax. More than 110 Missouri cities and 45 states already have a use tax, including the State of Missouri and St. Charles County. O’Fallon currently does not have a use tax. Without an O’Fallon use tax in place, out-of-state purchases do not get charged the 2% City of O’Fallon sales tax that is charged on local purchases. With a use tax in place, the same amount of sales tax applied on local purchases would apply to out-of-state purchases.
At no time can use tax and sales tax be collected on the same transaction. Because the use tax rate mirrors the sales tax rate on retail purchases made within the City, the use tax will always be equal to the sales tax rate. That means with a use tax in place, a business buying out of state will pay the same tax rate charged on products purchased locally. If the business buys locally, the sales tax applies. If the out-of-state purchase does not have sales tax applied, then the use tax applies.
Citizens will have the opportunity to vote on Prop 1 on the April 7, 2020, ballot: PROPOSITION 1 In order to increase funding for O’Fallon police services and road improvements, shall the City of O’Fallon impose a local use tax at the same rate as the total local sales tax rate, currently two percent (2%), provided that if the local sales tax rate is reduced or raised by voter approval, the local use tax rate shall also be reduced or raised by the same action? A use tax return shall not be required to be filed by persons whose purchases from out-of-state vendors do not in total exceed two thousand dollars in any calendar year.
www.ofallon.mo.us/prop1
This material was prepared and paid for by the City of O’Fallon, Bill Hennessy, Mayor, 100 North Main Street, O’Fallon, MO 63366 solely to educate and inform residents about questions that may be presented at the polls. It is NOT intended to advocate, support or oppose the passage or defeat of any measure or candidate. Each voter should vote based on his or her own best judgment.
Upcoming Events O’FallonTheatreWorks presents The Man From Earth
O’Fallon: Game On • Ages 13–18 and Game On After Dark • Adult-only (18+)
Friday, Saturday and Sunday, March 20-22 and 27-29 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; 2 p.m. matinees on Sunday O’Fallon Municipal Centre (City Hall), East Entrance
Friday, April 24, CarShield Field 6:30-8:30 p.m.; Game On • Teen Event (Ages 13-18) 9:00 p.m.-11:00 p.m.; Game On After Dark • Adults-only (Ages 18+)
See page 38 in the Parks & Rec Guide for more information.
This gaming event is more than meets the controller! In addition to playing the latest video games on the multi-player game truck, you can also compete in extreme inflatable challenges, oversized versions of your favorite yard games and more! A DJ will provide the music and vendors will be on site with food and beverages available for purchase.
Underwater Egg Hunt • Ages 4-12 Friday, April 3 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m., Renaud Center Kids will have an egg-citing time searching the Renaud Center’s indoor pool for Easter eggs, and the Easter Bunny is sure to hop on by. Eggs will be placed in parts of the pool to accommodate all age groups. Make sure you keep an eye out for the golden eggs, which will get you a special prize at the end! Bring swimming goggles and a waterproof basket or container for gathering eggs. Cost is $15 for residents ($17 for non-residents). Register at www.ofallon.mo.us/parks&rec by Friday, March 20.
Egg-stravaganza Glow Hunt • Ages 21+ Saturday, April 4 7-9 p.m., Civic Park Bring a basket and flashlight for our after-dark Easter egg hunt. Search for thousands of glowing eggs, some of which are redeemable for special prizes. Bring your coolers (no glass) and lawn chairs while a DJ plays music after the hunt. Food trucks will be available on site for purchase! This event will be held rain or shine. Entry fee is $15 for residents ($18 non-residents) and includes eggs and a bottle opener. All participants must be 21+. Visit www.ofallon.mo.us/parks&rec to register.
Find Your Fit Week April 4-10 Renaud Center Visit the Renaud Center between April 4–10 for a week-long health and wellness event created to inspire and motivate you and your family! See the cover of the Parks & Rec Guide for more, and visit www.renaudcenter.com/find-your-fit-week to find the entire schedule for this free week of events.
Become a volunteer! Call 636-379-5417 or email volunteer@ofallon.mo.us.
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This year the games continue After Dark, where adults (ages 18+) can join in the fun. This adult-only portion of the event will feature additional vendors, including local craft beer. Tickets are $10. For more event information, follow us on Instagram @visitofallon1856 or go to www.ofallon.mo.us/game-on.
April Pool’s Day Saturday, April 25 8:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m., Renaud Center April is National Water Safety Month. Help us celebrate this important topic with special activities and promotions and learn how you can encourage safety in and around the water. See page 43 of the Parks & Rec Guide for event details!
Founders’ Day Saturday, May 2 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., Fort Zumwalt Park Celebrate O’Fallon’s history with demonstrations of heritage skills, hands-on activities, live bluegrass music, swing dancing and more! Admission and parking are free, and food and drinks will be available for purchase. This year’s entertainment and educational highlights include butter churning, candle making, model trains, calligraphy, an Arbor Day ceremony and more. Self-guided tours of the historic Heald Home and Zumwalt’s Fort will be available for a small donation. Additional event details can be found at www.ofallon.mo.us/founders-day.
Attention, period artisans and performers: to participate in Founders’ Day, please email eleu@ofallon.mo.us.
O’Fallon Public Works Fair Wednesday, May 20 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., Ozzie Smith Sports Complex Bring the kids to see the big trucks and the vehicles used to provide City services, such as street sweepers, snow plows, a paint striper, a recycling truck on which kids can operate the mechanical arm and more. The event is free, and demonstrations include working models of the City’s water treatment plant and the enviroscape water pollution model. Enjoy free rides on the City train, safety awareness games for kids, giveaways, booths and the chance to talk to City staff. A free hot dog lunch with chips and water will be available.
Free O’Fallon Jammin’ concerts in Civic Park! Tuesdays, June 2 – August 11 (no concert July 7) 6:30–9 p.m., Civic Park Bandstand, Civic Park Take a break for summer fun with rock, country, R&B, soul and Motown by some of the region’s best bands performing live at the free, weekly O’Fallon Jammin’ concerts. A variety of food trucks and concessionaires will sell favorite foods, cold treats and adult beverages. Bring a chair or blanket for lawn seating at this weekly family-friendly event. The ADA-compliant area around the bandstand has restrooms, paved paths and playgrounds.
2020 O’Fallon Jammin’ concert calendar June 2: Somebody to Love – Tribute to Queen June 9: That 80s Band – Hits from the ‘80s June 16: On the Fence – Rock hits June 23: Wildfire – Country hits June 30: patriotic band to be announced July 7: no concert July 14: Queens Blvd – Party music from the ‘80s and ‘90s July 21: No Diggity – Hip hop, R&B, Pop from the ‘90s & ‘00s July 28: Power Play – New age, Motown, R&B, rock, funk August 4: Dirty Muggs – The best dance music August 11: Dogs of Society – Tribute to Elton John
Alligator’s Creek Aquatic Center opens Memorial Day weekend Saturday, May 23 – Monday, September 7 Alligator’s Creek Aquatic Center
For concert and food truck details, please visit www.ofallon.mo.us/jammin. For weather updates, call 636-379-5614 or follow Visit O’Fallon on Facebook. All pets must be leashed and no glass containers are allowed in the park. Please note that band and food truck lineups may change without notice.
Get the most out of summer with a day at O’Fallon’s outdoor aquatic complex. Slide your choice of three water slides, float along the lazy river with your family and watch the kids play on the water playground and the splash pad. Food and beverages available at the concession stand. See pages 10-11 of the Parks & Rec Guide for hours, admission information, summer passes, pool party information and special events.
Food Truck Frenzy featuring Steve Ewing Friday, May 29 5:30–8:30 p.m., Sports Park Start the summer off with a food truck picnic, a free concert, inflatables and free kids’ activities, too! Bring some chairs or a blanket and purchase food from some of the area’s best food trucks while you enjoy live music from Steve Ewing. Please visit www.ofallon.mo.us/food-truck-frenzy for the most up-todate listing of food trucks.
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Upcoming Events Heritage and Freedom Fest to rock O’Fallon July 2, 4:00 – 11:00 p.m. July 3, 2:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. July 4, Noon – 11:00 p.m. Save the date for the best Independence Day celebration in St. Charles County, featuring expanded hours and more fun! This year’s event features rock headliner Styx performing on the main stage on July 4th! Country music star Dylan Scott will take the stage on July 3rd. For more information and for the announcements of this year’s opening acts, keep an eye on www.heritageandfreedomfest.com.
Historic Site Tours Historic Heald Home & Zumwalt’s Fort tours This summer, come see O’Fallon’s historic treasures at Fort Zumwalt Park! Admission is $5 per person to see both attractions, and children 10 and under are admitted free. For private and/or group tours of 10 or more, please call 636-379-5502. Open on the 2nd and 4th Sundays May 24 – September 27; 12–3 p.m.
O’Fallon Historical Society’s Log Cabin Museum in Civic Park Open the 2nd and 4th Sundays May 24 – September 27; 12–3 p.m., Free
National Volunteer Appreciation Week Sunday, April 19 – Saturday, April 25 Thousands of volunteers offer their support to staff, programs, events and City projects. Their continuing effort has been vital to keeping O’Fallon strong and vibrant as a community. In the past year, 2,271 citizen volunteers contributed nearly 16,000 hours of service, assisting in city offices and at 50+ activities, events, festivals and days of service. Their passion for the environment resulted in the removal of 1,300 lbs. of trash from area creeks and roadsides and the planting of 5,500 flowers in city parks. Outreach programs resulted in 3,600 food items taken to local pantries, care boxes sent to 85 deployed troops, hand-crafted cards and flowers delivered to 700 seniors, and enough blood donations to potentially save 400 lives locally. Appreciation events are planned throughout the week to recognize volunteer service in O’Fallon.
O’Fallon’s Earth Day Saturday, April 25 9:00–11:00 a.m. for projects at locations around the City 11 a.m. – noon, post-event picnic Your help is needed at O’Fallon’s annual Earth Day celebration! Become a major participant in the community by volunteering for projects at roadsides and parks and help maintain a clean environment where nature can thrive. Families, individuals and organizations are encouraged to join in. Pre-registration is required by Friday, April 10. Contact Volunteer Services at 636-379-5417 or volunteer@ofallon.mo.us for more information.
Volunteer Events Mission: Clean Stream Saturday, April 4 9:00–11:00 a.m. Spend the morning jumping in creeks with Volunteer O’Fallon! Help maintain a clean water system by clearing litter and debris from local creeks before it has a chance to move downstream, clog waterways and have a negative impact on native plants and wildlife. To join the fun, please pre-register by March 20. Contact Volunteer Services at 636-379-5417 or volunteer@ofallon.mo.us for more information.
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O’Fallon Update
City of O’Fallon Newsletter
Become a volunteer! Call 636-379-5417 or email volunteer@ofallon.mo.us.
Patriotic Ceremonies
Public Assistance
With a reflecting pool flanked by white marble monoliths bearing the great seals of all five branches of the U.S. Armed Forces, an eternal flame and a unique platoon of bronze boots on the march, O’Fallon’s Veterans Memorial Walk is a distinctive site for honoring our soldiers, veterans and those who have given their lives in the service of our country. The Walk is located just south of I-70 at Belleau Creek Road and Veterans Memorial Parkway. All are welcome.
O’Fallon’s grants and assistance programs help eligible residents with home maintenance and other needs For low-income residents and others who qualify for help, the City of O’Fallon offers a variety of programs, including the following Home Improvement Loan Program and Siding Program. For information on other O’Fallon grant programs for homeowners and residents, visit www.ofallon.mo.us/grants.
Armed Forces Day Ceremony Saturday, May 16 11 a.m., Veterans Memorial Walk
Memorial Day Ceremony Monday, May 25 11 a.m., Veterans Memorial Walk
Veterans Report O’Fallon Veterans Assistance Office Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. (except holidays) 636-379-5577 or veteransaffairs@ofallon.mo.us 3rd floor, O’Fallon Municipal Centre (City Hall) The Veterans Assistance Office is staffed by U.S. military veterans who are dedicated to helping all U.S. military veterans and their families regarding eligibility or entitlement to VA Benefits. Any veteran or family member in need of information regarding military benefits is welcome.
VA Online Disability Claim Tool The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is transforming the way veterans learn about and apply for the benefits they’ve earned. The Disability Compensation Benefits Claim tool was released in 2019, providing veterans with more control over their submissions and representing an innovative leap forward in VA services. The tool also lessens the administrative and paperwork burden for veterans and shortens the claims processing time. Tutorial videos on how to use the new tool are available at www.youtube.com/user/DeptVetAffairsOIT. The disability claim tool can be found directly at www.va.gov/disability/how-to-file-claim. If you are a veteran or family member and need help using the online disability claim tool, or need any other assistance, please call or visit the Veterans Assistance Office at the contact information listed above.
Home Improvement Loan Program helps with home repairs Keeping your home safe and in good repair is every homeowner’s responsibility. If you need to replace an aging heating/cooling unit, repair a roof or replace windows, find out if you can take advantage of O’Fallon’s Home Improvement Loan Program. Funds are available for five-year forgivable loans of up to $5,000 to assist with maintenance issues and code violations. Applicants must meet certain requirements, including household income limits, owning and occupying the house for at least one year and be current on mortgage payments and real estate taxes. You can download an application at www.ofallon.mo.us/grants.
Protect your home with O’Fallon’s Siding Program If you’re a low-income resident homeowner, the Siding Program provides grants of up to $10,000 for siding repairs or replacement. Funds are disbursed on a first-come, first-served basis to qualified applicants. For more information about the program visit www.ofallon.mo.us/grants.
Save the Date for these upcoming events at O’Day Park O’Fallon Concert in the Park Thursday, June 18 • 6:30 – 9:00 p.m.
Fall into the Arts ART• EATS • BEER • WINE Sunday, September 20 • 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Stay tuned to www.ofallon.mo.us for event details!
Have a question or concern for City of O’Fallon staff? If so, visit the Citizens First Center at www.ofallon.mo.us.
The City of O’Fallon is on Twitter!
@cityofofallon
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Roscoe’s Den Trash, recycling and yard waste announcements Weekly yard waste disposal resumes March 10
Free Bulk Waste Drop-off Events
With lawns already greening up, it’s time to get mowing! If you already have yard waste service, you know how convenient it is to be able to dispose of limbs, yard trimmings and grass clippings at the curb each week.
Saturday, April 11 and June 13 7 a.m. – 3 p.m., Environmental Services Transfer Station
If you’re not yet enrolled in yard waste collection, you can sign up at any time. The cost is $5.62 per month ($11.25 per bi-monthly trash bill). A one-year commitment is required. To sign up or for more information contact staff at 636-272-0477 or ofallonrecycles@ofallon.mo.us.
Drop of your bulk-waste from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, April 11 and June 13. During this event, O’Fallon trash customers can drop off certain items that are too large to fit in trash containers, such as carpeting or furniture, at the City’s waste transfer station. There is no charge for trash customers. The transfer station is located at 1572 Progress West Lane.
Free Shred-It Days for O’Fallon residents Saturday, May 2 and September 26 8 a.m. – noon, Environmental Services building O’Fallon’s Environmental Services Department offers “Shred-It Days” where anyone can bring in boxes of paper to be shredded in a secure environment. The events will take place on Saturday, May 2, and Saturday, September 26, from 8 a.m. until noon at the Environmental Services building at 1550 Progress West Lane.
Free Electronics & Appliance Recycling Events Saturday, April 4 and June 6 8 a.m. – 12 p.m., parking lot southwest of CarShield Field You can bring outdated or broken electronics and appliances to O’Fallon’s Free Electronics & Appliance Recycling Event from 8 a.m. to noon on Saturday, April 4 and June 6. The drop-off will be held in the parking lot at the southwest corner of T.R. Hughes Blvd. and Tom Ginnever Avenue, adjacent to CarShield Field. The drop-off is free except for the following items and fees: • LED/LCD/Plasma televisions = $20 • CRT Monitors = $5 • CRT TV’s 26” or less = $30 • CRT TV’s 27” or greater = $50 • Wood console and big screen/projection TVs = $50 • Any freon containing unit = $10 For a detailed list of items that can be recycled and future event dates, visit www.ofallon.mo.us/environmental-services. Or, call Environmental Services at 636-272-0477.
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O’Fallon Update
City of O’Fallon Newsletter
To participate, simply place the documents in cardboard bankers’ boxes, or cardboard boxes of a similar size, and drive up to the facility and drop them off. Please make sure the boxes are not too heavy to lift or filled to overflowing. The service is free for residents for up to five bankers’-sized boxes. Additional boxes will be accepted for a cost of $5 per box for any over the limit. Additionally, non-residents can drop off their paper for shredding for a cost of $5 per box. Residents must bring photo identification showing O’Fallon residency and all trash customers must have their account in good standing in order to receive the free services. Please do not bring computer discs or hanging file rods. If you can tear it, then you can shred it with this complimentary service. It is okay for documents to have staples or paper clips.
Recycling reminders Thank you for your continued support of the recycling program in O’Fallon! Below are some helpful guidelines that ensure our program works most effectively and that we are able to recycle as much material as possible.
Curbside recyclables The following items can be placed directly into your curbside recycling bin. All materials must be empty, clean and dry or they cannot be recycled. • Glass bottles and jars • Aluminum cans • Tin cans • Plastic containers (clear or colored) with a recycle symbol on them. Please, no black plastic of any kind. • Please do not bag your recyclables as bags are not acceptable in our program. You may place the recyclable items listed above directly into the curbside bin.
Drop-off recyclables Paper and cardboard are not accepted in the curbside bins, but both materials can be dropped of at one of the City’s three dropoff locations: • O’Fallon City Hall (100 North Main Street, 63366) • O’Fallon Justice Center (1019 Bryan Road, 63366) • Renaud Center (2650 Tri Sports Circle, 63368) Acceptable paper products include: • • • • • •
Newspapers, inserts and magazines Telephone books Books - paperback and hardcover books are acceptable! Computer paper Junk mail Brown grocery bags
Acceptable cardboard products include:
ardboard • Corrugated boxes and small pieces of cardboard C • Pressed fiber (such as cereal boxes, shoe boxes & tissue boxes) • Please ensure all cardboard is broken down flat. Styrofoam pieces are not acceptable and should be thrown away. To learn more about our recycling program, visit www.ofallon.mo.us/recycling.
ROSCOE ’s says: Thank you for recycling!
Renew O’Fallon Below are updates for some of the major projects going on around O’Fallon. Visit www.ofallon.mo.us/projects to see a comprehensive list of projects near you.
Elm Street and Main Street intersection This project will realign the intersection at Elm Street and Main Street to improve traffic flow in the area. As part of this project, crews will be constructing new sidewalk sections to further improve ADA access for pedestrians in the area.
Winghaven Blvd. Asphalt overlay New asphalt will be overlaid on Winghaven Blvd. from Highway N to north of Technology Dr. Additional storm sewer improvements also will help improve drainage in the area during inclement weather. The project also will include ADA sidewalk improvements.
Bryan Road Phase III slab replacement and sidewalk improvements Concrete slab replacements along Bryan Road from Great Warrior to Fiese Road will be removed and replaced and existing sidewalk deficiencies will be remediated and be made to comply with ADA regulations. The existing asphalt trail on the east side of Bryan also will be replaced with a concrete trail.
2020 Annual road maintenance programs Crews will renovate existing concrete and asphalt streets throughout the City based on the lowest-rated streets according to the Pavement Condition Index (PCI). In addition, crack sealing will be done to prevent further street deterioration.
Guthrie Road improvements A new traffic signal will be installed at the intersection of Guthrie Road and Mexico Road. Design work will continue for additional improvements to Guthrie Road, including road widening and easing the existing curve in the road to increase safety for vehicles.
Sign up for project update notifications at www.ofallon.mo.us/projects.
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Police Bulletins Police Department Briefs O’Fallon Safety Town teaches young children how to stay and play safe O’Fallon Safety Town is a nationally-accredited program to teach children ages 4½ through 6½ how to play safe and stay safe. The course is presented in a kid-sized, simulated city layout and classroom and includes an off-campus field trip. Under the guidance of police officers, a certified teacher, paramedics, firefighters, railroad police and trained volunteer staff, children can experience “real life” situations and they will be taught to evaluate “safe from unsafe” and how to react safely. O’Fallon’s Safety Town course is devoted exclusively to teaching safety.
www.ofallon.mo.us/PD Adopt-a-Siren Program The O’Fallon Police Department needs your help! Citizens throughout the community are invited to volunteer in the Adopt-a-Siren program. For each local siren location, we request up to five citizen volunteers who live within .25 miles of each siren to go outside for monthly siren testing. Volunteers provide accurate observations and may be contacted by the Emergency Management team if there is a question, concern or if additional information is needed for specific sirens. Participation in this program is completely voluntary and no legal obligations are expected of the volunteer observers. To view the list of siren locations or to register as a volunteer, visit www.ofallon.mo.us/adopt-a-siren. Severe Weather Awareness Week in Missouri is March 2-6. Learn more at https://www.weather.gov/dvn/Awareness_Weeks#Top
Socializing with your O’Fallon Police Department
Registration for the program opens Monday, April 6, when parents or legal guardians can register in person at the Renaud Center or online at www.ofallon.mo.us/safety-town. Space is limited, so early enrollment is encouraged. The cost for the two-week session is $60 per child; each additional child from the same family is $40. Fees must be paid in full when children are enrolled.
Morning (9–11:30 a.m.) and afternoon (12:30–3 p.m.) Saftey Town classes will be offered during the following 2-week sessions at Progress South Elementary School: • June 15–26 • June 29 – July 10 • July 13–24
Did you know you can connect with the O’Fallon Police Department on social media? Follow us on one of the platforms below, and you’ll get a taste of the police work that goes on throughout our community. You might laugh a little; you will learn a lot. More importantly, it can keep you informed about important situations in real time and provide reminders for general safety.
Facebook: @ofallonpolice
Instagram: @ofallon_police
Twitter: @ofallonpolice
LinkedIn: O’Fallon Police Department
Nextdoor: O’Fallon Police Department
Join your neighbors and police officers for coffee and conversation. No agenda, just a chance to get the know the officers serving your neighborhood! Check our Facebook page for upcoming events.
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O’Fallon Update
City of O’Fallon Newsletter
2020 Events at O’Fallon’s
CarShield Field FRIDAY, APRIL 24 Game On: 6:30–8:30 p.m. • Ages 13–18 After Dark: 9–11 p.m. • Ages 18+ Tickets: $10 www.ofallon.mo.us/game-on
AFTER DARK late-night gaming for adults only
USA Softball Women’s National Team “Stand Beside Her” Tour Sunday, May 3 Game 1 at 2 p.m. • Game 2 will start 35 mins after Game 1 For tickets, call USA Softball of St. Louis at (314) 429-7577.
Hoots 2020 Home Game Schedule
May 29 (Home Opener!), 30 June 1, 3, 4, 6, 11, 12, 16, 18, 20, 21, 24, 29 July 2, 5, 10, 11, 12, 14, 15, 17, 21, 22, 23, 26, 29, 31 August 1, 2 For ticket information, visit www.ofallonhoots.com
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USPCA REGIONAL POLICE DOG TRIALS
K-9 SHOWCASE FAMILY FUN NIGHT SATURDAY, JUNE 13 • 5–8 p.m.
Free admission • Free parking • Open to the public K-9 demonstrations • Concessions available for purchase www.ofallon.mo.us/PD
CarShield Field is located at 900 T.R. Hughes Boulevard.
Calendar March
Unless otherwise noted, public meetings are held at the O’Fallon Municipal Centre (City Hall), 100 North Main Street. Municipal Court is held at the O’Fallon Justice Center, 1019 Bryan Road. Meeting times and dates are subject to change; for the most current information, please refer to www.ofallon.mo.us/events.
19-25 National Volunteer Appreciation Week 20
Veterans Commission, 7 p.m.
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Municipal Court, 9 a.m., Justice Center
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Mayor’s Youth Advisory Council, 5:30 p.m.
Cultural Arts Commission, 6:30 p.m., Renaud Center
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Municipal Court, 9 a.m., Justice Center
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Planning and Zoning Commission, 7 p.m.
Payment Docket, 1:30 p.m., Justice Center
7
Spring Fling Adult Dance, 7 p.m., O’Day Lodge
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City Council, 7:30 p.m.; workshop, 5:30 p.m.
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Municipal Court, 5 p.m., Justice Center
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O’Fallon: Game On, 6:30 p.m., CarShield Field
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Parks & Recreation Advisory Board, 7 p.m.
Game On – After Dark, 9 p.m., CarShield Field
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Board of Adjustment, 5:30 p.m.
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April Pool’s Day, 8:30 a.m., Renaud Center
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City Council, 7:30 p.m.; workshop, 5:30 p.m.
O’Fallon’s Earth Day, 9 a.m.
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Veterans Commission, 7 p.m.
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Municipal Court, 5 p.m., Justice Center
17
Mayor’s Youth Advisory Council, 5:30 p.m.
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Municipal Court, 9 a.m., Justice Center
Payment Docket, 1:30 p.m., Justice Center
Public Works Advisory Committee, 7 p.m.
20-22 OTW presents The Man from Earth, City Hall 23
Code Enforcement Docket, 4:30 p.m., Justice Center
Municipal Court, 5 p.m., Justice Center
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O’Fallon Convention and Visitors Bureau, 3 p.m.
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City Council, 7:30 p.m.; workshop, 5:30 p.m.
27
Family Camping Night, 6 p.m., O’Day Park
27-29 OTW presents The Man from Earth, City Hall 30
Municipal Court, 5 p.m., Justice Center
April
May 2
Shred-it Event, 8 a.m.
Founders’ Day, 10 a.m., Fort Zumwalt Park
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Municipal Court, 5 p.m., Justice Center
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Municipal Court, 9 a.m., Justice Center
Cultural Arts Commission, 6:30 p.m., Renaud Center
7
Planning and Zoning Commission, 7 p.m.
11
Municipal Court, 5 p.m., Justice Center
12
Parks & Recreation Advisory Board, 7 p.m.
13
Board of Adjustment, 5:30 p.m.
14
City Council, 7:30 p.m.; workshop, 5:30 p.m.
16
Armed Forces Day Ceremony, 11 a.m., Veterans Memorial Walk
18
Veterans Commission, 7 p.m.
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Municipal Court, 9 a.m., Justice Center
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Mayor’s Youth Advisory Council, 5:30 p.m.
Cultural Arts Commission, 6:30 p.m., Renaud Center
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O’Fallon Public Works Fair, 10 a.m., Ozzie Smith Sports Complex
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Planning and Zoning Commission, 7 p.m.
O’Fallon Convention and Visitors Bureau, 3 p.m.
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Underwater Egg Hunt, 6 p.m., Renaud Center
Public Works Advisory Committee, 7 p.m.
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Free Electronics & Appliance Recycling Event, 8 a.m.
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Alligator’s Creek Aquatic Center opens
Mission Clean Stream, 11 a.m.
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Memorial Day Ceremony, 11 a.m., Veterans Memorial Walk
Egg-stravaganza Glow Hunt (Ages 21+), 7 p.m., Civic Park
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Municipal Court, 9 a.m., Justice Center
4-10 Find Your Fit Week, Renaud Center
Payment Docket, 1:30 p.m., Justice Center
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Municipal Court, 5 p.m., Justice Center
28
City Council, 7:30 p.m.; workshop, 5:30 p.m.
7
Election Day
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Food Truck Frenzy, 5:30 p.m., Sports Park
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Board of Adjustment, 5:30 p.m.
9
City Council, 7:30 p.m.; workshop, 5:30 p.m.
11
Free Bulk Waste Drop-off Event, 7 a.m.
13
Municipal Court, 5 p.m., Justice Center
14
Parks & Recreation Advisory Board, 7 p.m.
15
Senior Advisory Committee Meeting, 9 a.m.
Public Works Advisory Committee, 7 p.m.
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June 1
Municipal Court, 5 p.m., Justice Center
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Municipal Court, 9 a.m., Justice Center
Cultural Arts Commission, 6:30 p.m., Renaud Center
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Planning and Zoning Commission, 7 p.m.
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Free Electronics & Appliance Recycling Event, 8 a.m.
9
Parks & Recreation Advisory Board, 7 p.m.
Visit the City of O’Fallon’s website, www.ofallon.mo.us, for the latest news and meeting agendas. Most meetings are broadcast live and on demand at www.ofallon.mo.us/OFallonTV.
