O’Fallon Update The Official Quarterly Publication of the City of O’Fallon, Missouri Summer 2014 • www.ofallon.mo.us
Spend your summer out and about in O’Fallon Make plans for July 2 – 4 with O’Fallon’s Heritage & Freedom Fest website The quickest way to find O’Fallon’s Heritage & Freedom Fest information — when the fireworks will start, where to park and catch a shuttle ride, Kids’ Zone hours, concert and sideshow performances and more — is to visit www.heritageandfreedomfest. com. You can even listen to clips from the most popular songs by nationally-known entertainers Switchfoot, Chris Cagle, Survivor, JT Hodges and BoDeans.
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y family and I are truly blessed to live in such a wonderful community. Each year, it’s great to see everyone emerge from a long winter to explore all of the summer fun that O’Fallon has to offer! It is such an amazing feeling to walk through Westhoff Park and see Brendan’s Playground filled with children of all ages and abilities playing together or to just enjoy a backyard barbecue with wonderful neighbors in the summer evenings. It doesn’t matter where you go in O’Fallon, there is so much excitement and fun for all ages. You’ll see families playing, shopping and dining together, and just enjoying each other’s company. It’s what makes this City so special. This summer, much of the excitement will be centered on Ozzie Smith Sports Complex. The annual Heritage & Freedom Fest will once again be bursting with great carnival rides, music and unique activities — many of them free! And, with one of the most diverse music lineups that we’ve had in years, you’re sure to find a band that fits your tastes. Just turn the page to check out this year’s fantastic free concerts. The summer fun extends throughout the City as many of our parks will be home to great events. Civic Park will once again welcome music lovers for the free weekly Jammin’ concerts, and Fort Zumwalt Park will host our newest monthly event, Food Truck Frenzy, featuring unique food offerings and cool music. Check out page 6 for the schedules. Of course, this only scratches the surface of everything going on around O’Fallon this summer, so check out this O’Fallon Update for all of the fun. And, as you enjoy the summer, remember to “Keep it in the ‘O’” and shop and dine in O’Fallon! Have a great summer!
Bill Hennessy, Mayor
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Get in touch with O’Fallon using our free mobile app Now it’s even easier to notify the City of issues or find City-related information 24/7. The free Citizens First Mobile App allows you to communicate with City staff using your iPhone, iPad, iPod or Android mobile device. To download the Citizens First Mobile App, visit Google Play or the Apple App Store and search for “O’Fallon.” Turn to page 11 for more information about using Citizens First for help with requests, information or concerns.
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Mayor Bill Hennessy
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Dave Hinman 636-379-5581 dhinman@ofallon.mo.us
Rick Lucas 636-379-5582 rlucas@ofallon.mo.us
Ward 2 Councilmembers Rose Mack 636-379-5591 rmack@ofallon.mo.us
Jim Pepper 636-379-5583 jpepper@ofallon.mo.us
Ward 3 Councilmembers Richard “Rick” Battelle 636-379-5586 rbattelle@ofallon.mo.us
John Haman, Jr. 636-379-5585 jhaman@ofallon.mo.us
Ward 4 Councilmembers Bob Howell 636-379-5587 bhowell@ofallon.mo.us
Jeff Schwentker 636-379-5580 jschwentker@ofallon.mo.us
Ward 5 Councilmembers Debbie Cook 636-379-5588 dcook@ofallon.mo.us
Mike Pheney 636-379-5584 mpheney@ofallon.mo.us
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Celebrate our country’s freedom with fun, family, music and fireworks at O’Fallon’s Heritage & Freedom Fest
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’Fallon’s patriotic celebration of America’s birthday promises to be a party with great music (and lots of it), spectacular fireworks, thrilling carnival rides and a colorful midway. And, don’t miss the best Fourth of July parade in the area, along with exciting, familyfriendly shows and delicious festival fare. Admission for all three days is free, and on July 3 – 4, that includes free concerts by nationally-known musicians, two nights of fireworks, live entertainment, Kids’ Zone activities, and parking and shuttle service.
Family Night at the Carnival July 2 On Family Night, July 2, the carnival and midway are the featured activities. Older kids and adults can enjoy gravity-defying rides and then test their prowess at games along the midway. Purchase all-you-can-ride wristbands on-site for $20. (Wristbands are valid for July 2 only!) Younger kids will love the rides and games designed just for them. And, everyone will enjoy snacking on funnel cakes, corn dogs and cotton candy on the midway.
O’Fallon brings great headline entertainment to the Heritage & Freedom Fest — live and FREE The party hits full gear on July 3 and 4 with free concerts, sideshows, activities and fireworks each night. Whether it’s nationally-recognized bands or up-and-coming, award-winning musicians, you can see them live in O’Fallon!
Chris Cagle and JT Hodges highlight Country Music Night on July 3 Singer-songwriter Chris Cagle made his debut on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks with “My Love Goes On and On,” and then hit number one with, “I Breathe In, I Breathe Out.” More hits followed, including Top Ten hit “Laredo,” “Miss Me Baby,” and “What Kinda Gone.” JT Hodges’ original, raucous sound and soulful lyrics have made him a rising star. In 2011, his debut single, “Hunt You Down,” charted on Hot Country Songs, and his follow-up single, “Goodbyes Made You Mine,” raced up the charts. That same year, Hodges was nominated as a “New Artist of the Year” semi-finalist for the 47th Annual Academy of Country Music (ACM) awards.
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July 2 • Family Night 5 – 10 p.m. Carnival and midway open. No fireworks.
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Rock ’n roll legends will take the Main Stage on July 4 Switchfoot is an alternative rock band noted for their energetic shows. After early success on the Christian rock scene, Switchfoot gained mainstream recognition when four songs were used in the movie, A Walk to Remember. Their major label debut, The Beautiful Letdown, sold more than 2.6 million copies and featured the runaway hits “Meant to Live” and “Dare You to Move.” Their album, Hello Hurricane, won a Grammy for “Best Rock Gospel Album.”
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In the 1980s, Survivor’s arena rock sound caught the ear of Sylvester Stallone, who commissioned “Eye of the Tiger” as the theme song for his movie, Rocky III. The song topped all the charts at #1, winning a Grammy and an Oscar. “Burning Heart,” the title song for Rocky IV, charted number 2 on the Hot 100. The band’s success continued with hit singles including, “The Search is Over” and “Is This Love.” The BoDeans blend rock ‘n roll with blues, country and soul all fused into one All-American sound. Their album, American Made, features songs laced with folk, Celtic-rooted mountain music, Southern soul, Chicago blues, and rock. Survivor
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O’Fallon’s Heritage & Freedom Fest Parade will ROCK! Get Independence Day off to a patriotic start by joining your neighbors along the 2.1 mile parade route from downtown O’Fallon to the festival grounds. This year’s theme is “Rockin’ in the USA,” a celebration of American music. Come early for a good seat, and cheer for your favorite entries as the parade passes by. Be sure to wear your red, white and blue! The parade gets underway at 9:30 on the Fourth at the intersection of North Main and Third streets, then heads north on Main Street to Tom Ginnever Avenue where it turns east and proceeds to the festival entrance near T.R. Hughes Ballpark.
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Experience O’Fallon’s Heritage & Freedom Fest and other City events this summer as a volunteer! Contact Volunteer Services at volunteer@ofallon.mo.us or 636-379-5417.
Sign up for the 30th Annual Firecracker Run You’re invited to join in the O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce’s biggest event of the year, the annual USATF-Certified Firecracker Run on July 4th, starting at T.R. Hughes Ballpark. Register online for your choice of a 10K, 5K or 1-Mile Fun Run at www.firecrackerrun.net.
Festival District declared for July 2, 3 and 4 Residents living near the festival grounds can view information about road closings and other restrictions online at www.heritageandfreedomfest.com. Or, contact the City Clerk at 636-379-5555 for more information.
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Fun is FREE in the Kids’ Zone Kids love romping on giant inflatables, playing games, getting their faces painted, creating at the coloring table, and decorating a visor or star-shaped glasses. The Kids’ Zone also is the place to see “The Strong Man,” whose feats of sheer strength are sure to wow any age.
Free Sideshows The Strong Man, John Beatty “The Strong Man” John Beatty’s amazing show combines old time stunts with incredible feats from the World’s Strongest Man events. A finalist on “America’s Got Talent,” John is entertaining and fun to watch, and the only muscle man ever to make it on the show. Some of his feats include horseshoe twisting, frying pan folding, bare-hand nail-driving and fantastic stunts with audience participation! Come see him in real life on July 3–4.
Interactive R/C Racing Enjoy interactive, family-friendly racing on a radio-controlled (R/C) Micro Reality Race Track. All ages are welcome to race the 1/10-scale stock cars. Tournaments will be held throughout the festival, complete with a professional race caller and awards for the winners. Finalists will compete on Friday to determine the ultimate R/C race champion. Next, take the “Tire Change Challenge!” Find out what it’s like to be the rear tire changer on a race car pit crew! With a digital timer recording your speed, use an impact wrench to loosen all five lug nuts, pull the tire off, rotate it, then put it back on and retighten the lug nuts. Open to ages 13 and older.
The Kent Family Circus This awesome family of 10 talented performers has been wowing audiences for more than 20 years with circus-inspired sideshow acts, illusions, stunts, escapes, fire-eating, juggling, mindreading and trained pets, including bunnies, doves and a chicken. Be sure to keep an eye out throughout the Festival as Kent Family Circus performers will be strolling the grounds in fun costumes. It makes a great photo opportunity!
Buy half-price carnival tickets before the Heritage & Freedom Fest opens Save time and money before you go by purchasing half-price carnival ride tickets in advance. The discounted tickets will be good for all three nights of the festival, and they can be purchased through July 1 at the Renaud Spirit Center and the Parks and Recreation Administration Office. Full-price tickets will be available at the festival. Sorry, no refunds can be given on unused tickets.
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Parking at the Freedom Fest on July 3–4 General Parking – Free parking is available off Tom Ginnever Avenue at Fort Zumwalt North and Christian high schools. Airconditioned buses will shuttle patrons to a drop-off point near the festival grounds. Premium Parking – Purchase a prime parking spot for only $5. Available July 3 and 4 on a first-come, first-served basis, park at the T.R. Hughes Ballpark west side parking lot and enjoy the festivities without the hassle. ADA-Accessible Parking – ADA-accessible park-and-ride will only be available in the north lot attached to T.R. Hughes Ballpark. Disabled patrons can park, free, and catch a free shuttle ride to the festival entrance. A handicapped license plate or tag must be displayed for admission.
Tips for enjoying the Festival July is typically hot and humid, so dress for comfort, drink fluids and use sunscreen. If you feel overheated, you can cool down and get a drink of water in the free, air-conditioned Heat Relief Tent. EMS will be stationed near the festival entrance, and a diaper-changing station will be available, free, in the Kids’ Zone. For your safety and security the following items are not allowed at the festival:
Arrowhead Landscaping Bank of Old Monroe Button Auto Body Chick-fil-A Culligan Water Curtis, Heinz, Garrett, & O’Keefe KFAV 99.9FM
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Coolers and small backpacks are permitted but all coolers and bags are subject to search by police officers, park rangers and parks personnel.
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Upcoming Events www.ofallon.mo.us/events River City Rascals baseball games
O’Fallon Jammin’ outdoor concerts
2014 Home game times: Monday – Saturday, 7:05 p.m.; Sundays, 5:05 p.m. T.R. Hughes Ballpark
Tuesdays, through August 19; no concert July 1 6:30 – 9 p.m., Civic Park Bandstand
This summer, take the whole family out to the ballgame and root for our home team, the River City Rascals. Amenities include great seats and suites, between-inning games and activities, special promotions and great food. For the game schedule, tickets, promotions and other information, check out the Rascals’ website, www.rivercityrascals.com.
O’Fallon Historical Society’s Log Cabin Museum Open 2nd and 4th Sundays through September (June 8, 27; July 13, 27; August 10, 24; September 14, 28) 12–3 p.m., Civic Park Chat with the people who know O’Fallon’s history best! Admission is free but donations are welcome. The museum’s collection includes a hand-made, doll-house-sized model of Zumwalt’s Fort, Wabash Railroad items, 19th Century clothing, an immigrant’s trunk, a folding bed for covered wagon travel, small town business items and vintage photographs of people and places in O’Fallon. A history book, O’Fallon, Missouri: A Good Place to Live, is available for purchase. Tours also are available by appointment; email your request to info@ ofallonmohistory.org. Visit www.ofallonmohistory.org to learn more about O’Fallon’s history.
Food Truck Frenzy Saturdays on June 14, July 19 and August 16 5–8 p.m., Fort Zumwalt Park Once a month this summer, bring your appetite to the Food Truck Frenzy in Fort Zumwalt Park. Listen to live music while you picnic on gourmet food and beverages purchased from a variety of food trucks. Admission is free. Bring lawn chairs or blankets for seating. The historic Heald Home will be open for tours at $2 per person. For up-to-date information about bands and food trucks, visit www.ofallon.mo.us/food-truckfrenzy. Or call 636-379-5614.
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July 1 – No Jammin’ concert. Listen to headline entertainers at the Heritage & Freedom Fest on July 3 and 4.
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July 8 – Power Play – Dance music, R & B, disco, Motown
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August 5 – The Melissa Neels Band – Blues
June 24 – O’Fallon Community Concert Band, O’Fallon Jazz Band – Pops, swing, music from the movies, Broadway tunes, jazz
July 15 – Groovethang – All your favorite hits! July 22 – El Scorcho – Variety July 29 – O’Fallon Community Concert Band, O’Fallon Jazz Band August 12 – Big Love – Fleetwood Mac tribute band August 19 – Dueling Pianos – Audience choice
Free! Listen to fantastic music each Tuesday night at the Civic Park Bandstand. New this year, food trucks will provide gourmet cuisine and beverages for sale. There’s no charge for admission and parking, and a playground is located near the bandstand. Bring a chair or blanket for lawn seating. Check www.ofallon.mo.us/jammin for concert updates and the band schedule, or call 636-379-5614.
O’FallonTheatreWorks presents Disney’s The Jungle Book Kids V+ Fridays and Saturdays, June 20–21 and 27–28, 7 p.m. Saturday matinees at 2 p.m. O’Fallon Municipal Centre (City Hall) The jungle is jumpin’ with jazz in Disney’s The Jungle Book Kids, with favorite Disney tunes like “The Bare Necessities,” and “I Wanna Be Like You.” See page 19 in the Parks & Rec Guide for more information.
Summer volunteering!
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Alligator’s Creek Aquatic Center summer events Beat the heat and get a great tan, too, swimming at Alligator’s Creek! Check pages 10–11 of the Parks & Rec Guide in this issue for promotional days and events like the “Dive In” Movie, “Pool Paws” Dog Swim and Cardboard Boat Races.
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$10 tickets to “O’Fallon Parks and Recreation Night” at T.R. Hughes Ballpark
Saturday, September 20 12:30 – 4 p.m., Fort Zumwalt Park Here’s a pirate-themed treasure hunt for ages 4–12, only. To find the hidden treasure, follow the clues, complete the activities and earn puzzle pieces that will help you pinpoint the treasure’s location. The cost is $8 for residents and $10 for nonresidents. Parents need not pay, but must walk with their child. Be sure to sign up by the deadline of Friday, August 29. Call 636-379-5606 to register or for more information.
RSC Art & Family Festival and 10th Anniversary celebration! Saturday, September 27 Renaud Spirit Center (RSC) See page 9 in the Parks & Rec Guide for more information.
Sunday, July 27 4:05 p.m. (Game at 5:05 p.m.)
Patriotic Ceremonies
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31st Annual KSHE95/ARC Summer Blood Drive
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Friday, August 1, 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. Saturday, August 2, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Renaud Spirit Center (RSC) Help save lives this summer with KSHE95 and the American Red Cross during the 31st Annual KSHE95 Summer Blood Drive. Everyone who attempts to donate blood will receive a commemorative KSHE95 T-shirt while supplies last, along with a special incentive to return to the RSC for a day of fun on us. For more information, please visit www.redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-REDCROSS.
Labor Day Concert Monday, September 1 2 p.m., Civic Park Bandstand Pack some refreshments and comfortable lawn chairs and head to the Civic Park Bandstand for an afternoon of swing, standards, bid band classics and music from the movies at the annual “Labor Day Concert.” The free concert features music by the O’Fallon Jazz Band at 2 p.m., and the O’Fallon Community Concert Band at 3 p.m. Visit www.ofallon.mo.us/ parks&rec/bands for information about the bands.
Patriot Day Ceremony Thursday, September 11 8:30 a.m., outside the O’Fallon Police Department Please join in this moving ceremony honoring our first responders and remembering the victims of the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001.
National Days of Service and Remembrance V+ Thursday - Saturday, September 11–13 O’Fallon Municipal Centre (City Hall) Sign up for projects honoring our everyday heroes and in memory of the victims of the attacks of September 11, 2001. Contact Volunteer Services at 636-379-5417 or volunteer@ ofallon.mo.us to inquire about the following:
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Support Our Troops Supply Drive, August 11 – September 11; collection sites include City Hall and the Renaud Spirit Center; additional sites are listed at www.ofallon.mo.us/ volunteer.
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Roscoe’s Den Trash and Recycling Announcements
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Free electronics recycling events
It’s not too late to enroll in yard waste disposal
Saturday, June 14, August 9 and December 6
With summer in full swing, you can get the benefit and convenience of curbside yard waste service for lawn clippings, leaves, tree limbs, and garden clean-up. The cost for weekly yard waste service is only $5.62 per month. Please note, it’s illegal to dump yard waste (or anything else!) into City storm sewers and it is illegal to discard yard waste in your trash. You can enroll at any time by contacting the Environmental Services Department at ofallonrecycles@ofallon.mo.us or 636-272-0477.
Gather your old cell phones, your worn-out power tools, your broken stereo and old PCs, and recycle them at the Free Electronics Recycling events on Saturday, June 14, August 9 and December 6. The events will be held from 7 a.m. to noon in the T.R. Hughes Ballpark parking lot off Tom Ginnever Avenue, 900 T.R. Hughes Boulevard, O’Fallon, Missouri 63366. The events are open to everyone. Schools, churches and businesses are also welcome to participate. To encourage the recycling of electronics and appliances, the City of O’Fallon and Midwest Recycling Center are partnering to provide free recycling for the following acceptable items: computers, printers, keyboards, laptops, hard drives, scanners, DVDs, cell phones, pagers, fax machines, answering machines, radios, stereos, speakers, VCRs and TVs (limit one CRT/tube-style per car or $15 for each additional), power tools and lawn and garden equipment (yard equipment must have gas and oil removed). Household appliances also are acceptable: water heaters, furnaces, air conditioners, microwaves and kitchen appliances. Do NOT bring: smoke detectors, glass lamps, light bulbs, VHS tapes or alkaline batteries. Midwest Recycling is registered with the EPA, nationally R2 certified and Level 4 certified with the Missouri Department of Natural Resources. Midwest Recycling has a zero landfill policy.
Free bulk-waste drop-off Saturday, June 21, August 16, October 18 and December 13 If you are a City of O’Fallon trash customer with items for disposal that are too large to fit into your trash container, you may be able to bring the items to the City’s waste transfer station at 1572 Progress West Lane. (Not all items can be accepted — for a list of acceptable/unacceptable bulk waste items, please visit www.ofallon.mo.us.) The free drop-off service is held every other month on a Saturday from 7 a.m. – 3 p.m. Upcoming dates are: June 21, August 16, October 18 and December 13. Be sure to bring a photo ID showing your O’Fallon address. Also, everyone must unload their own items.
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Independence Day and Labor Day residential trash collection schedules • Service for Independence Day, Friday, July 4, will move to Saturday, July 5.
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Service for the week of Labor Day, Monday, September 1, will not change. Please put your trash and recycling at the curb on your regularly-scheduled day throughout the week.
For more information, please visit www.ofallon.mo.us or call 636-272-0477.
Instead of getting plastic shopping bags, bring your own totes or purchase reusable bags at the store. If you must use plastic bags, please recycle them at the store; O’Fallon’s system cannot accept them.
Public Works Summer construction projects will help make your commute easier This summer, you can see your tax dollars at work as crews improve City streets. Please remember to drive carefully in construction zones and obey all traffic controls. To make it easier to get around, here’s an update on some of the improvements and larger construction projects around town:
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Laura Hill Road has been reconstructed from Highway K west to the O’Fallon Fire Protection District Station. The project added turning lanes, shoulders and sidewalks to this busy intersection.
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Elaine Drive will be widened from two to three lanes, adding a center turn lane and a sidewalk between West Terra Lane and the railroad crossing.
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Bryan Road will be repaired and cracked concrete slabs will be replaced between Veterans Memorial Parkway and White Magnolia.
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The 2014 concrete, asphalt and crack seal repair and replacement programs are well underway. Crews will be in neighborhoods making more than $2 million in repairs to the City’s subdivision streets. Repairs are prioritized by an annual rating of all City streets.
How to handle door-to-door salespeople in your neighborhood The City of O’Fallon has regulations regarding the three types of door-to-door salespeople that you may see in your neighborhood. And although the definition of each is different, all three have one thing in common: if they are “cold-calling” or do not have a prior invitation or appointment to meet with you or someone at your residence, they are subject to City regulations when approaching your home. The three types of door-to-door salespeople that you may see in your neighborhood are:
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Attempting to obtain a donation Distributing a handbill or flyer advertising a commercial event or service
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Peddler – A person who attempts to make personal contact at your residence without a prior specific invitation or appointment for the primary purpose of attempting to sell a good or a service.
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Canvasser – A person who attempts to make personal contact at your residence without a prior specific invitation or appointment for the primary purpose of: Attempting to enlist support for or against a particular religion, philosophy, ideology, political party, issue or candidate Distributing a handbill or flyer advertising a noncommercial event or service
For more details and road construction updates, visit the City Projects webpage at www.ofallon.mo.us/city-projects.
Important Information for Homeowners Home Improvement Loan Program benefits low-income O’Fallon residents If you’re an O’Fallon homeowner who could use an extra $5,000 to help with home repairs like replacing an aging heating/cooling unit, repairing a roof or replacing windows, find out if you can take advantage of O’Fallon’s Home Improvement Loan Program (HILP). Funds are available through the City for five-year forgivable loans of up to $5,000 to help low-to-moderate-income O’Fallon homeowners with maintenance issues. Applicants must meet income and other guidelines. For more information, visit www.ofallon.mo.us/ grants or contact 636-379-5411 or jhawkins@ofallon.mo.us.
Solicitor – A person who attempts to make personal contact at your residence without a prior specific invitation or appointment for the primary purpose of:
A license is required for a solicitor and peddler only. This license must be clearly visible on the individual. The City cannot require a canvasser to obtain a license, but it is available. Solicitor and peddler licenses require a criminal history check. As a homeowner, if you see someone walking your neighborhood:
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If for any reason you are uncomfortable and you feel there is something suspicious about the person, please contact the police.
Have a question or concern for City of O'Fallon staff? If so, please visit the Citizens First Center at www.ofallon.mo.us.
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Police Bulletins Have fun learning how to prepare for disasters and help your community Learn how to prepare for and survive a disaster, free! The O’Fallon Police Department’s popular, hands-on Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training can help you, your neighbors, friends or organization learn how to take care of your home, family and yourself in the event of a tornado, earthquake, flood, chemical spill or fire. The free training will be held September 26–28, and it will take place over a weekend on Friday, 6–10 p.m., Saturday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Sunday 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. Topics include:
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Disaster preparedness and kits Fire safety Disaster medical operations; assessing and treating injuries Light search and rescue Team organization Disaster psychology Terrorism
For more information, visit www.ofallon.mo.us/PD/CERT. To register, download the application and send or bring it to the Police Department.
O’Fallon’s Animal Control If you’ve lost a pet, found a stray, or have a wildlife concern, the O’Fallon Police Department’s Animal Control Division offers several options that can help.
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Check www.facebook.com/ofallonanimalcontrol for updated information on topics related to animals in our area.
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Leave a voice message describing the problem by calling 636-240-3200; press 1 for Animal Control/Dispatch.
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Find information about reclaiming an impounded pet and City animal control ordinances and procedures at www. ofallon.mo.us/PD.
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Senior Corner O’Fallon is hosting the St. Charles County Senior Fair this year V+ Seniors and family members are invited to attend the 6th Annual St. Charles County Senior Fair, which will be held from 9 a.m. – noon on Saturday, October 4, at the O’Fallon Municipal Centre (City Hall), 100 North Main Street in O’Fallon. Admission and parking are free. Key features of the event will be:
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Vendors offering specialty services geared to seniors such as home health care providers, veterans’ benefits experts, transportation, legal assistance and more Refreshments Free, safe disposal of unwanted or expired prescription medications
Please check the fall issue of the City newsletter for more information.
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Communications Director • Tom Drabelle • tdrabelle@ofallon.mo.us Staff Writer • Peggy Whetzel • pwhetzel@ofallon.mo.us Web and Design Administrator • Bryan Wieczorek • bwieczorek@ofallon.mo.us
O’Fallon’s Citizens First Center puts City Hall at your fingertips 24/7
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Scan the QR code with your device to install the Citizens First Mobile App.
or O’Fallon residents, contacting Citizens First is the easiest way to get in touch with City staff and ask a question, make a request, or report a concern, 24/7. And now, with the Citizens First Mobile App, residents have four ways to contact City Hall: by phone (636-379-5553), email (citizensfirst@ofallon. mo.us) , through the Internet (www.ofallon.mo.us/citizens-first-center) and using the mobile app. The Citizens First Mobile App allows residents to communicate directly with City staff via iPhone, iPad, iPod or an Android mobile device. (To download the Citizens First Mobile App, visit Google Play or the Apple App Store and search for “O’Fallon,” or use the QR Code on this page.) “O’Fallon is the first City in St. Charles County to offer a mobile app to residents, and it’s free,” said Conan Stott, Manager of the Citizens First Center. “Nothing beats it for efficiency. You don’t have to wait until you get to a computer or look up a phone number. You’ve got the app right on your smartphone. With it, you can ask a question on the spot, report a problem or even take a photo of a pothole that needs fixing or a streetlight that isn’t working, and report it to City staff with just a few clicks. Another great feature is the City’s new Mobile Business Directory and Map. With it, you can look up an O’Fallon business by name or category and get a map and directions, too.” Even if you don’t have a smartphone, O’Fallon’s Citizens First Center offers an outstanding level of customer service for residents. “It’s easy for almost anyone to use the system,” said Stott. “Whether you want to call in, send an email or go online, you can be sure your request will get to the right department.” “The key thing for residents to remember is that Citizens First is the go-to source for getting information, such as whether or not you need a permit for an above-ground pool, or reporting a concern like a property in your neighborhood that needs attention. Citizens First is set up so that you don’t need to know what department to contact for answers or help. Just call or log onto Citizens First at any time with your needs, questions or concerns, and we’ll handle it for you. It’s like having City Hall at your fingertips, around the clock.”
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Calendar
All events, public meetings and Municipal Court proceedings are held at O’Fallon Municipal Centre (City Hall), 100 North Main Street, unless otherwise noted.
www.ofallon.mo.us/events
June
15
Jammin’ concert, Groovethang, Civic Park, 6:30–9 p.m.
16 Senior Advisory Committee, 2:30 p.m.
12
City Council, 7:30 p.m., workshop, 5:30 p.m.
14
Free electronics recycling event, 7 a.m. – noon T.R. Hughes Ballpark parking lot
Food Truck Frenzy, 5–8 p.m. Fort Zumwalt Park
19 Food Truck Frenzy, 5–8 p.m., Fort Zumwalt Park 20
Cardboard Boat Race, 4–6 p.m., Alligator’s Creek
O’Fallon Veterans Commission, 7 p.m.
21
Veterans Commission, 7 p.m.
16
Public Works Commission, 7 p.m.
17
Planning and Zoning Commission, 7 p.m.
17 Mayor’s Youth Advisory Commission, 5:30 p.m.
22 Jammin’ concert, El Scorcho, Civic Park, 6:30–9 p.m.
Jammin’ concert, Silver Bullet, Civic Park, 6:30–9 p.m.
23
Municipal Court, 9 a.m.
18
Municipal Court, 9 a.m.
O’Fallon Convention & Visitors Bureau, 3 p.m.
Senior Resident Advisory, 2:30 p.m.
24 Movie in the Park, The Nut Job, 8–10 p.m., RSC
Public Works Commission, 7 p.m.
City Council, 7:30 p.m., workshop, 5:30 p.m.
19 Council budget meetings kickoff, 6 p.m.
26
Summer Theatre Camp production, 2 p.m., City Hall
20–21 OTW presents Disney’s The Jungle Book Kids, 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 2 p.m. Saturday matinee O’Fallon Municipal Centre, $10–12.
27 O’Fallon Parks & Rec Night at T.R. Hughes Ballpark, 4:05 p.m., $10 28
Municipal Court, 6 p.m.
21
Bulk waste drop-off, 7 a.m. – 3 p.m. Waste transfer station, 1572 Progress Lane
23
Municipal Court, 6 p.m.
29
Jammin’ concert, O’Fallon Jazz & Community Concert bands, Civic Park, 6:30–9 p.m.
24 Jammin’ concert, O’Fallon Jazz and Community Concert bands, Civic Park, 6:30–9 p.m. 26
City Council, 7:30 p.m.; workshop, 5:30 p.m.
27–28 OTW presents Disney’s The Jungle Book Kids
July
August 1–2 KSHE95 Blood Drive, RSC 5
Jammin’ concert, Melissa Neels Band, Civic Park, 6:30–9 p.m.
Historic Preservation Commission, 7–8 p.m.
6
Municipal Court, 9 a.m.
Advisory Green Council, 5:30 p.m.
7
Planning and Zoning Commission, 7 p.m.
9
Free Electronics Recycling Event, 7 a.m. – noon T.R. Hughes Ballpark parking lot
1
Historic Preservation Commission, 7 p.m.
2
Advisory Green Council, 5:30 p.m.
Family Night, Heritage & Freedom Fest, 5–10 p.m., Ozzie Smith Sports Complex, free admission
3
Heritage & Freedom Fest, 5–11 p.m., Ozzie Smith Sports Complex, free admission
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Support Our Troops Supply Drive through September 11
4
Heritage & Freedom Fest Parade, 9:30 a.m.
Municipal Court, 6 p.m.
Heritage & Freedom Fest, noon – 10 p.m., Ozzie Smith Sports Complex, free admission
12
Parks Board, 7 p.m.
Jammin’ concert, Big Love, Civic Park, 6:30–9 p.m.
City Hall and Renaud Spirit Center CLOSED (holiday)
13
Board of Adjustment, 5:30 p.m.
Alligator’s Creek OPEN noon – 5 p.m.
14
City Council, 7:30 p.m., workshop, 5:30 p.m.
8
Parks Board, 7 p.m.
16
Food Truck Frenzy, Fort Zumwalt Park, 5–8 p.m.
Jammin’ concert, Power Play, Civic Park, 6:30–9 p.m.
9
Municipal Court, 9 a.m.
Free bulk waste drop-off, 7 a.m. – 3 p.m., Waste transfer station, 1572 Progress Lane
Board of Adjustment, 5:30 p.m.
17
Alligator’s Creek Triathlon, Civic Park, 7 a.m. – 1 p.m.
10
City Council, 7:30 p.m., workshop, 5:30 p.m.
18
Veterans Commission, 7 p.m.
14
Municipal Court, 6 p.m.
19
Mayor’s Youth Advisory Council, 5:30 p.m.
15
Mayor’s Youth Advisory Council, 5:30 p.m.
Jammin’ concert, Dueling Pianos, Civic Park, 6:30–9 p.m.
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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.