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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR The amazing peace that broke out To the Editor: Until we dropped the atomic bombs, everyone thought a ‘Normandy-type’ invasion of Japan would be the bloodiest battle in history. But almost everyone in Japan so revered their Emperor – whose voice few had ever heard – that if he had heeded the advice of his extremist generals and asked his ‘subjects’ to do so, almost every man, woman and child old enough to pick up a stick would have fought our troops to the death – just as many Japanese soldiers had done. But just a couple months after the A-bombs (which killed hundreds of thousands of people, but ‘saved’ millions) were dropped, groups of Americans roamed around Japan, almost ignored by thousands of Japanese citizens who had peacefully surrendered everything we asked, even their ceremonial Samurai swords. Eventually, hundreds of Japanese soldiers who survived, and/or their friends and relatives, met hundreds of their American counterparts – not to gawk at battlefieldtype fireworks or re-enact any battles, but to revel in the peace that “broke out.” This is a peace that we all now pray can endure and spread to all nations, peoples and groups that now think their “differences” are too great for any peaceful resolution or compromise. David J. Malan O’Fallon

I Am America! To the Editor: I lost my first child on the day I was born on April 19, 1775. I am America. He fell on the green at Lexington, his heart pierced by a British musket ball. Many more of my sons and daughters would fall on that day and in the years to come until the guns grew still and peace came to me on that glorious day at Yorktown. Eighty-six years later my heart was nearly broken as my sons and daughters donned the blue and grey and took up arms against each other. At Manassas, Missionary Ridge and elsewhere my children fell. And I grieved. During this devastating time my son Abraham Lincoln eloquently expressed my feelings at a place called Gettysburg when he pledged that those who had fallen “shall not have died in vain; and that Government of the people, by the people and for the people shall not perish from the earth.”

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Doors open at 6 p.m. with the St. Charles West Jazz Ensemble taking the stage. At 7 p.m. the rhythm revue hour will include a feature performance by the popular St. Charles-based acoustic/rock band, “Clockwork,” with Jordan Slone. Performances by A Big Sad Whale and Matt Wynn also will entertain the crowd. All three groups feature SCC students and/or alumni. Wynn won the college’s own “SCC Idol” competition last fall, and received a scholarship from the SCC Foundation. The Smash Band will conclude the concert, performing on the main stage at 8:30 p.m. Rib vendors will include Ethyl’s Smokehouse and Saloon, Mannino’s Market and Stumpy’s House of Bar-B-Que and Catering. Other fare will include chicken from Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers, and gourmet nachos and veggie burgers by Quintessential Catering. Tickets are $5 for general admission, which includes entry to the event/live entertainment; $25 for the Music and More package, which includes live entertainment and food, beverages and raffle tickets; and $50 for the VIP package, which includes unlimited beverages, unlimited food, raffle tickets and reserved seating. For more information on tickets and events, call 922-8473 or visit rhythm-andribs.com.

Cougars finish fourth The St. Charles Community College Lady Cougars finished the 2014 season with a fourth-place finish in the Region XVI softball tournament. The team used the momentum of a late season uptick in performance to close out the season on a high note. “I wanted us to be playing our best at the end of the season and we did that,” said Head Coach Michelle Patrico. The SCC softball team finished the 2014 season with a record of 10-32, 3-18 in MCCAC play and 5-19 against Region XVI opponents.

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Francis Howell parents outraged over sex education book By Amanda Keefe available in the library for checkout [as an akeefe@newsmagazinenetwork.com e-book],” Henry said. An e-book intended for sexual education Schmidt appealed the decision, and in has many parents in the Francis Howell the meantime continues to encourage parSchool District up in arms. ents to sign his petition. The book, titled “It’s Perfectly Normal,” Ultimately, Schmidt said he’d like to is available for checkout by students at see the book banned, or at least allow for Hollenbeck Middle School. The e-book parents to first use it as a resource to later captures sex in-depth, examining every- decide if the material is right for their thing from gender to homosexuality to con- children. traceptives. It also depicts drawn images of Henry said the book was selected for adults engaging in sexual activity. Hollenbeck’s library based on specific At a May 15 Francis Howell board criteria established via board policies. But meeting, many parents described it as por- several parents disagree with its selection nographic and obscene, urging that it be entirely. removed entirely or checked out only after “I’m really shocked that anything of this parental consent. One parent in particular nature, which fits the definition of obscenhas taken matters into his own hands. ity, would be allowed into our school Tim Schmidt, father of two Francis system,” said Eric Ewald on May 15. Howell students, kickstarted a petition in Ewald is the parent of Francis Howell early May to notify school officials that students. parents were uncomfortable with material “I think [sexual education] should be left in Hollenbeck’s library. As of May 15, his for individuals to decide and discuss; it petition reached 591 signatures. shouldn’t be left open for any child to be Prior to launching the petition, Schmidt picked up,” he said. filed an official complaint. Ewald’s wife Christine said she couldn’t Francis Howell spokeswoman Jennifer understand why the material didn’t require Henry said the complaint was examined, parental consent, just as sexual education but ultimately overruled. classes require. “The reconsideration committee weighed “My 2009 graduate took sex ed and I it and determined that they’d keep the book had to sign for her to do that, but this book

requires no consent?” she asked. Another parent, Heather Brewer, felt the book was peppered with the author’s opinion, noting that if it’s supposed to be educational, both sides of the topic should be shown equal respect. Some parents said they were uncomfortable reading the book, and others said it subtly attacks religion or sexual choices. Parents also said they noticed peer pressure in “It’s Perfectly Normal,” calling attention to conversations between a sketched bird and bee throughout the book. “The dialogue between the bird and the bee is nothing short of bullying,” said parent Sharon Henthorn at the May 15 meeting. “There’s one conversation they have that says, ‘If you’re brave, look at the book.’” Schmidt said of the hundreds of parents he’s solicited to sign his petition, he has yet to meet a parent comfortable with the decision to keep it at students’ fingertips. Henry said the school currently honors parents’ requests to keep respective children from reading the material, but otherwise, it is still available for checkout. Francis Howell board members plan to re-examine the decision to keep “It’s Perfectly Normal” in Hollenbeck’s library at a future board meeting.

Local teacher evaluations to follow newly released state standards By AMANDA KEEFE akeefe@newsmagazinenetwork.com Missouri schools, including those in St. Charles County, are beginning to see changes in the way its educators are evaluated following the adoption of new state and federal mandates. “We must change,” said Steve Griggs, chief human resources officer for the Francis Howell School district. “It’s state mandated, as well as federal.” Paul Katnik, assistant commissioner for the office of educator quality with the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, said Missouri’s evaluations were outdated on all levels, from superintendents to teachers. Thus, it was time for a change. “We had a superintendent evaluation designed in 1986, and it hadn’t been revised since. We had a principal evaluation done in 1999, and it hadn’t been revised since. The last one we did for teachers was in 2003 … almost a decade later, we’re still using the same stuff. It was time to rethink evaluations,” Katnik said. He added that he was concerned about a study showing that Missouri’s evaluation process proved indifferent to teacher performance.

“You could say, ‘this is one of your best teachers,’ and you could very well be wrong,” Katnik said. “And you could be having other teachers replicate what that teacher does because you think they’re ‘good.’” The new guidelines reflect seven essential principles handed down federally. Other similar evaluation models also exist and districts have the option to implement them. Regardless of the model, Katnik said schools are now required to: • Measure educator performance against research-based, proven performance targets associated with the improvement of student performance. • Use multiple ratings to differentiate levels of performance. • Highlight a probationary period of adequate duration to ensure sufficient induction and socialization support for new teachers and leaders. • Use measures of growth in student learning as a significant contributing factor in the evaluation of professional practice at all levels; ensure that a proficient or distinguished rating cannot be received in educator performance if student growth is low. • Provide ongoing, timely, deliberate and meaningful feedback on performance,

relative to research-based targets. • Require standardized, initial and periodic training for evaluators to ensure reliability and accuracy. • Utilize the results and data to inform decisions regarding personnel, employment determinations and policy regarding employment. To test the state model, DESE solicited schools statewide to participate as guinea pigs during the 2012-13 school year. One hundred schools volunteered for the pilot model, including those in the Francis Howell and Fort Zumwalt school districts. “The whole purpose was to give us suggestions on what still needed to be finetuned,” Katnik said. Francis Howell, which evaluates its educators annually, installed the pilot program last school year. However, afterward, it chose the Network for Educator Effectiveness, or NEE model, which Katnik commended, citing the program’s effectiveness in evaluations. NEE, sponsored by the University of Missouri, includes a web-based platform for storing and managing data on each See EVALUATIONS, page 12

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Lake Saint Louis considers options for possible texting while driving ban By BRIAN FLINCHPAUGH bflinchpaugh@newsmagazinenetwork.com Lake Saint Louis officials are getting mixed messages on a bill that would ban adult drivers from texting and sending electronic messages while driving a motor vehicle in the city. One message, according to some cities, is that an ordinance that bans drivers over age 21 from texting would be legal. The other message from Lake Saint Louis officials and the city’s attorney is that the municipality must abide by a state statute that prohibits texting by drivers under but not over age 21. “It’s just a change in language,” Alderman John Pellerito (Ward 3) told his fellow aldermen during a work session on May 5. Pellerito had introduced the bill banning texting by drivers over age 21 in March. Since then, officials from the cities of Manchester and St. John in St. Louis County, which have similar texting bans, said the Lake Saint Louis bill was legal, he said. The Missouri Municipal League, however, said the city can’t be stricter than the present state law. Pellerito said the board has to make a tough decision whether to approve an ordinance that could be viewed as stricter than

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By SUE E. STEINIGER St. Charles County recently launched the Veterans Treatment Court as a response to veterans entering the criminal justice system on charges stemming from substance abuse and mental illness. This court is specifically designed to give veteran offenders a second chance. “We found a need in our community with veterans that served in the wars who were trying to mask their Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), and the things that they did and the things they saw, with drugs and alcohol,” Treatment Court Administrator Julie Seymore said. Last December, a St. Charles County delegation including Philip J. Ohlms, associate circuit judge and Veterans Treatment Court judge; Tim Lohmar, prosecuting attorney; Seymore and Bob Murphy, a veteran mentor, attended a four-day “Justice for Vets” seminar in Washington, D.C. The event was held in conjunction with the National Association of Drug Court Professionals. Seymore said the seminar provided the delegation with guidelines and a format for the St. Charles County Veterans Treatment Court, which began operations in January. Vets need structured environment Why create a different drug court track for veterans? “People who come from a military background do better when court is much more formal and much more structured,” Ohlms said. “It kind of reinforces some of their military training.” He said the court is able to partner with and refer veterans to the Veterans Administration (VA). The VA then assumes the principal part of the medical treatment, mental counseling and substance abuse treatment. According to Ohlms and Seymore, a local combat veteran, who fought in Fallujah and was one of only two members of his unit to survive, was both the inspiration and the deciding factor for the creation of the St. Charles County Veterans Treatment Court. The young veteran, battling PTSD, found himself in Ohlms’ court about four years ago. After trying traditional court avenues for ordering treatment for the veteran and finding them unsuccessful, Ohlms transferred him to the city of St. Louis Veterans Treatment Court (established in 2011) to see if that organization could help him. “Within a short period of time we could see a recognizable difference in his progress – once he was a part of the St. Louis Veterans Treatment Court. It was just incredibly successful,” Ohlms said. “We realized then that veterans needed a different court environment and additional services if we were

to succeed in helping them in their recovery.” Seymore said a big difference between the veterans treatment court and traditional court is the treatment component and being in groups with other veterans. “We found – through all the training that we have been through and the evidence of best practices – that a veteran sees and experiences things totally differently from the average person in a treatment facility,” Seymore said. “We also have to understand that the substance abuse issues in a veteran’s component are more likely going to be self-medication for an emotional trauma rather than the physical dependence on drugs we find in non-military offenders.” She added that “this program by no means gives the veteran offender a pass.” To be eligible to enter the program, a veteran has to have a felony offense or Class A misdemeanor offense and be eligible for services through the VA. The length of the program is a minimum of one year, but is actually based upon each individual’s progress in treatment. New mentoring component is key The Veterans Treatment Court program includes a mentoring component that is totally unique compared to other treatment courts, Seymore said. “They (the mentors) don’t serve as sponsors. They are strictly there to help veterans make good decisions as far as daily life choices. They assist them with filling out paperwork for the VA, help them with finding employment and attend court with them, among other things. They are there to help them and let them know they have been in similar situations. They served in the military. A lot of them saw combat and are in recovery, as well,” Seymore said. Mentor Bob Murphy, a Vietnam Army veteran and the program’s mentor coordinator, said the veteran mentor component brings credentials to the program. Currently the program has four veteran clients and five veteran mentors. Ohlms said he expects the number to grow rapidly once the legal community becomes more aware of the program and realizes that a client may fit into the Veterans Treatment Court program better than the traditional drug court program. The first veterans treatment drug court was started in Buffalo, New York in 2008. Currently there are 131 veterans courts across the nation, with many more in the planning stages. Six of those are in Missouri. The St. Charles County Adult Drug Court was recently recognized by the National Drug Court Institute and the Justice Department as one of only 10 national Mentor Drug Courts in the nation.

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County accepts donation of military surplus armored vehicle By BRIAN FLINCHPAUGH bflinchpaugh@newsmagazinenetwork.com A recent donation of an armored personnel vehicle to the St. Charles County Sheriff’s Department by the U.S. Department of Defense was greeted skeptically by county residents who say they are worried about the “militarization” of police departments. The County Council approved the donation by a 5-1 vote at their April 28 meeting, but not before hearing from residents who questioned whether the county should accept the vehicle. Councilman Joe Brazil (District 2) voted against and Councilman Dave Hammond (District 4) was absent. Brazil said he didn’t support the vehicle because he was concerned, not about local officials, but those in higher office. The Sheriff’s Department said the vehicle would be used for police activities and at disaster events. The city’s other former military vehicle, a five-year-old Lenco “Bearcat, ” doesn’t have as much ground clearance and can’t carry as many passengers. Deputies also want a backup vehicle if one breaks down. But a group of residents asked the council not to accept the donation. “Since the declaration of the war on drugs and since 9/11 what we have seen is a projection of the militarization of police departments,” said Joseph Wetter, a St. Charles resident. “It’s like the days of Andy Griffith are gone.” Wetter questioned whether the equipment signals authoritarianism when St. Charles County residents start to see “vehicles of war made for the streets of Baghdad.”

TEXTING, from page 14 ing a stronger state ordinance with the St. Charles County and Missouri Municipal Leagues to support amending the law. Police Chief Mike Force agreed that a total ban is needed.“There’s no question in my mind,” Force said. “Imagine closing your eyes four or five seconds and, gosh darn, a whole lot can happen in four or five seconds.” Even though he believes change is needed, Force agreed with Pellerito that state statutes may preempt municipal laws. “Clearly what they are saying is that the state is going to regulate that – much the same as they do with driving privileges,” Force said. Alderman Jason Law (Ward 3) said Pellerito’s proposal was a good but flawed idea. “I don’t think it’s practical to try to enforce something like that, it’s just impossible,” Law said. Traffic accidents would allow police to seek a court order to examine electronic devices but privacy laws may preclude police from confiscating them when a vehicle is pulled over, Force said.

Another resident, Dave Quest, said the federal government may have reasons for giving the equipment to police. “If that doesn’t alarm anyone, they don’t understand the United States of America,” Quest said. “There is no such thing as a donation (or) freebie from the federal government,” said Marvin Stehr. “There are strings attached.” Those strings may prompt law enforcement officials to act against citizens when prodded by the federal government, he said. County officials sought to reassure residents that wasn’t the case. Joann Leykam,

the county’s director of administration, said Capt. David Todd, who commands the the six-wheeled “multi-response armored county’s tactical unit, said the vehicle is personnel vehicle” or MRAP was built for heavy and sits very high off the ground, the military but never deployed. allowing it to go through flooded areas and “It’s armored but not armed,” Leykam said. through debris. It also can carry 10 people, She said it didn’t have guns and turrets and can be used for rescues. Its arm allows it on the vehicle will be taken off. to be used as cover during shooting incidents. She said the vehicle will be used by law Todd said the county is receiving tires with enforcement during shooting incidents, the vehicle so it can be repaired locally. He supporting high-risk narcotics events, assured residents that the vehicle will do a during natural disasters such as flooding variety of jobs and the Sheriff’s Department and after tornados as well as snow or ice will make it available for the public to see. “We’re here to serve the people,” he said. events, and for helping other departments.

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Francis Howell School District celebrates centennial The Francis Howell School District held a community parade on May 10 to kick off the district’s Centennial Celebration. The parade included representation from each of the district’s schools, along with special guests and community groups. The parade started at Warren Elementary School on Weiss Road and ended at Francis Howell Central High on Hwy. N. Following the parade, the district held “Food and Fun in the Park” in Cottleville’s Legacy Park. Participants were able to indulge in a variety of delicious options from food trucks, as well as enjoy provided entertainment. Children had the opportunity to dunk a principal in the dunk tank, as well as have fun in the bounce house, inflatable slide and obstacle course.

Choir students sing to victory The Francis Howell Viking Choirs, as well as individual choir students received honors for their performances at the Missouri State High School Activities Association (MSHSAA) All-State Contests on May 3. The Viking Choirs had outstanding individual and small group performances at the All-State Solo and Ensemble competition for the 2014 MSHSAA Music Festival, recently held at the University of Missouri. The following students were honored for their performances. In the Exemplary - 1 Rating category were: Vocal soloists Katie Angeli, Miranda Gater and Brianna McCarter; Girls Quartet members Jenna Hutfless, Alex Jannsen, Sarah Mason and Tori Peters; and Girls Double Quartet members Katie Angeli, Allison Hale, Rachel Jefferson, Aurielle

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Students named as Presidential Scholars Program semifinalists Eric Lee, a senior at Francis Howell, and Erica Swanson, a senior at Francis Howell Central, have been named among the 565 semifinalists in the Lee 2014 U.S. Presidential Scholars Program. The semifinalists were selected from more than 4,000 candidates on the basis of superior achievements, leadership qualities, personal character and involvement in community and Swanson school activities. Lee ranks number one in a class of over 400 students, having taken on the most rigorous course load possible. Lee serves as president of the senior class, president of Mu Alpha Theta, and president and founder of the Asian Culture Club. He serves as Secretary of State in Missouri Youth in Government, is a student member of the Principal Advisory Council, historian of the Chemistry Club, a varsity member of Scholar Bowl, member of the Biology Club, and has run on the track and field and cross country teams for the last three years. He holds a black belt in Tae Kwon Do, plays piano and spends time volunteering at the Saint Louis Food Bank and Barnes Jewish St. Peters Hospital. After high school, Lee plans to attend the University

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Local colleges offer summer learning for students Middle school students can test drive futures in medicine during Camp Scrubs to be held from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. weekdays from July 28-Aug. 1 on the campus of St. Charles Community College. Camp Scrubs is designed to give campers a feel for nursing and other healthcare fields. Participants will learn many real world skills including how to use a stethoscope and how to test pulse, blood pressure and vital signs through use of a Human Patient Simulator. “We want to show students that nursing is more than giving medications and bed baths,” said Amy Fitzwilliam, SCC program coordinator. “It has some very exciting aspects. “Through hands-on activities and working on state-of-the-art Human Patient Simulators our SCC Nursing Department will give students an exciting glimpse into the nursing and healthcare fields.” The camp also includes a focus on healthy living, as students will learn about the importance of eating right, the power of exercise, the world of science and the heart. •••

Middle and high school students interested in inventing can participate in a Nuts, Bolts & Thingamajigs® manufacturing camp offered by SCC from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. on weekdays from July 7-11. Designed to help inspire the next generation of inventors, engineers, entrepreneurs and manufacturers, the camp is a technical, hands-on experience to introduce students to 21st-century manufacturing, technology and basic entrepreneurial skills. “High school participants will use technology and focus on creating a product from start to finish, providing them practical experience to build their confidence and set a foundation if they choose a career in one of the trades,” said Amy Fitzwilliam, SCC program coordinator. Middle school participants will focus on robotics using the newest LEGO Robotic Engineering EV3 kits. During the camp, participants will explore entrepreneurship, computer-aided design, computer numerical control programming and machining, automation, robotics and more – all while emphasizing product creation, problem solving and team building. “There is an ever-increasing demand for highly skilled professionals who can design, program and operate technology, and this camp allows students to learn about these opportunities,” said Fitzwilliam. To register for either SCC program, call 922-8233 or visit stchas.edu/learnforlife. ••• High school students can try out a career in criminal justice this summer during Lindenwood University’s fifth annual Criminal Justice Institute from June 9-11. Jeanie Thies, Ph.D., associate professor of criminal justice and former criminal psychologist said the three-day camp is geared to high school students considering a career in criminal justice who want to learn more about career paths. The institute is also open to those students who are simply fascinated by crime, criminals and justice. “It’s a fun way to learn about career paths in criminal justice, and just the issues associated with crime and justice that affect everyone in our society,” Thies said. She said students will engage in fun, hands-on activities that provide important learning opportunities. A mock homicide investigation will be led by a Lindenwood professor with criminal investigative experience, evidence analysis will be conducted in a Lindenwood chemistry lab, and students will participate in eyewitness identification and criminal profiling exercises. The institute has enough space for up to 35 students this summer. In the past, Thies said between 10 and 30 teens have attended. To learn more, visit luspiritshoppe.com/CJSI.aspx.

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Witter to spend time with his family and be more in tune with them, he said. “I have a daughter in high school that competes in sports and a daughter in middle school as well,” Witter said. “Doing this now gives me a chance to spend more time at home and with them watching them compete, Dave Witter and I’m looking forward to that. Witter will take time over the summer to consider his next opportunity. “I’m looking forward to having some time for introspection to consider my next challenge,” Witter said. “I would like to possibly get back into teaching and/or coaching but I’ll take my time and figure that out.” Before coming to Howell, Witter was a business instructor and coached tennis, girls basketball and girls volleyball at Timberland High in Wentzville. Prior to that, Witter spent six years at Lindenwood University teaching sports management and business and serving as assistant athletic director and head girls basketball and volleyball coach. In Witter’s 10 years at Howell, the Vikings teams advanced to 22 state semifinal appearances across the board in virtually every sport.

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Early language and communication skills are key building blocks to a child’s success in school and throughout life. According to recent research, there are several things early childhood educators can do to spark the growth of language and communication skills in infants and toddlers, giving them a strong foundation for future learning. Nicole Gardner-Neblett and Kathleen Cranley Gallagher, of University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill’s Frank Porter Graham Child Development Institute, examined peer-reviewed science about what early childhood educators can do to encourage early language and communication, looking specifically for optimal adult-child interactions. The researchers streamlined their findings into a list of recommended practices and in November, they published them online in “More Than Baby Talk: 10 Ways to Promote the Language and Communication Skills of Infants and Toddlers.” Following is an overview of the researchers’ recommendations: • Get Chatty – Engage in conversations with children.

• Be a Commentator – Give descriptions of objects, activities or events. • Mix It Up – Use different types of words and grammar. • Label It – Provide children with the names of objects or actions. • Tune In – Engage in activities or objects that interest children. • Read Interactively – Use books to engage children’s participation. • Read it Again & Again & Again – Read books multiple times. • Props, Please – Introduce objects that spark conversations. • Make Music – Engage in musical activities. • Sign It – Use gestures or simple signs with words. In the publication, the researchers explain the science that supports each suggested practice and provide examples of how to use it. For instance, the “Get Chatty” recommendation suggests that adults comment to youngsters on everyday routines such as hand-washing as they occur: “We are washing our hands. We are making lots of bubbles.” According to the researchers, their recommended practices are not only for early childhood educators; parents can put them to use as well. “We think parents could use these same practices with their young children,” said Gardner-Neblett. “By using these strategies at home, parents can provide children with the rich language exposure and opportunities they need to enhance their language and communication, helping them to achieve in preschool and beyond.” To download a copy of “More than Baby Talk,” visit fpg.unc.edu/node/6466.

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Healt h Capsu les hard to understand? Ask the person to say a simple sentence, such as, “The sky is blue.” Is the sentence repeated correctly? T – Time to call 9-1-1: If the person shows any of the above symptoms – even if the symptoms go away – call 9-1-1 and get him/her to the hospital immediately. Additional signs of a stroke include sudden severe headache with no known cause; sudden trouble walking, dizziness, loss of balance or coordination; sudden trouble seeing in one or both eyes; or sudden confusion or trouble understanding. A recent study found that the risk of getting skin cancer from UV lights used at nail salons is small.

UV lights at nail salons The use of ultra violet (UV) lamps used to dry polish at nail salons has raised questions about the associated risk of skin cancer, but a recent study showed the risk to be minimal. Researchers at Georgia Regents University tested 17 UV lamp units from 16 nail salons and found that while the higher-wattage units emitted more UV-A radiation, the brief exposure to the lights required after a manicure would require multiple visits for potential DNA damage, and the risk for cancer is small. In a report published in JAMA Dermatology, researchers said: “Our data suggest that, even with numerous exposures, the risk for carcinogenesis remains small. That said, we concur with previous (researchers) in recommending use of physical blocking sunscreens or UV-A-protective gloves to limit the risk of carcinogenesis and photoaging.”

American Stroke Month May is American Stroke Month, and the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association is encouraging everyone to learn two things that may save a life: Know if you are at risk for stroke, and know the stroke warning signs and what to do in a stroke emergency. For a free stroke risk assessment, visit strokeassociation.org/strokemonth. The acronym F.A.S.T. provides a way to help people learn to recognize a stroke and know what to do if a stroke occurs: F – Face Drooping: Does one side of the face droop, or is it numb? Ask the person to smile. A – Arm Weakness: Is one arm weak or numb? Ask the person to raise both arms. Does one arm drift downward? S – Speech Difficulty: Is speech slurred, is the person unable to speak, or is he/she

FDA issues aspirin information The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) earlier this month announced that upon review of available data, the agency does not believe evidence supports “the general use of aspirin for primary prevention of heart attack or stroke.” The term “primary prevention” refers to the prevention in people with no history of cardiovascular disease. Many people take aspirin in an effort to reduce the possibility of having a first heart attack or stroke, but according to the FDA, risks associated with doing so include increased risk of bleeding in the stomach and brain. “The available evidence supports the use of aspirin for preventing another heart attack or stroke in patients who have cardiovascular disease or who have already had a heart attack or stroke,” the FDA said in a statement. “Reducing the risk of additional heart attacks or strokes is known as secondary prevention. In patients who have had a cardiovascular event, the known benefits of aspirin for secondary prevention outweigh the risk of bleeding.” For more information, visit fda.gov.

Nothing to sneeze at The Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) recent approval of a pill to treat allergies to certain grasses likely will bring relief to some, but it won’t help everyone who suffers from seasonal allergies, the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI) said in a statement. “The approval of oral immunotherapy tablets is advancement in the right direction,” said Dr. Michael Foggs, ACAAI president. “It’s an additional treatment option for those who are allergic to some types of grasses but not those allergic to other varieties of grass, trees and weeds.” According to the ACAAI, 11 types of weeds and trees and eight varieties of grass can affect seasonal allergy sufferers, and mold also is problematic for some. Allergy

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Milk for the knees Women who regularly drink fat-free or low-fat milk might be slowing down the progression of osteoarthritis (OA) of the knee, a study suggests. Dr. Bing Lu at Brigham & Women’s Hospital in Boston recently led the largest research study to-date on the relationship between milk consumption and knee OA, collecting data on roughly 2,100 people and their more than 3,000 arthritic knees. Lu recorded participants’ dietary data and x-rayed joint space and followed up yearly for four years. Study results showed that as weekly milk consumption increased from zero to less than three ounces, to four to six ounces and to more than seven ounces, joint space width in women decreased respectively. No association was found between milk consumption and joint space decrease for men, and yogurt consumption did not impact OA progression in either gender. “Our findings indicate that women who frequently drink milk may reduce the progression of OA,” Lu said. “Further study of milk intake and delay in OA progression (is) needed.”

Early menopause and cognitive decline Experiencing menopause at or before age 40, which is considered premature menopause, may have a negative effect on a woman’s cognitive function later in life. In a study of nearly 5,000 women, researchers found that compared to women who experience menopause after age 50, over a seven-year period, women with premature menopause had a more than 40 percent increased risk of poor performance on verbal fluency and visual memory tasks. Premature menopause was associated also with a 35 percent increased risk of decline in coordination between the brain and muscles controlling movement and a decline in overall cognitive function. The risk of dementia was not significantly affected. Researchers looked also at the potential of using hormone treatment at the onset of premature menopause and found it might be beneficial for visual memory but could increase the risk of poor verbal fluency. “Both premature surgical menopause and premature ovarian failure were associated with long-term negative effects on cognitive function, which are not entirely offset by menopausal hormone treatment,” researcher Dr. Joanne Ryan said. “In terms

of surgical menopause, our results suggest that the potential long-term effects on cognitive function should form part of the decision-making process when considering ovariectomy in younger women.”

‘Fat’ label has repercussions Telling a 10-year-old girl she is too fat increases the chances that she will be obese before she is 20. Using data from the National Institutes of Health, psychologists at the University of California, Los Angeles looked at data on more than 2,300 girls, 58 percent of whom had been told at age 10 that they were fat. At age 19, those who were labeled “fat” were 1.66 times more likely to be obese, compared to the remaining girls. The more people who told a girl she was fat at age 10, the greater the likelihood she would be obese at age 19. The correlation persisted after researchers accounted for the girls’ actual size at age 10, indicating that being called fat increases the likelihood of obesity regardless of whether a girl is heavy. “Simply being labeled as too fat has a measurable effect almost a decade later. We nearly fell off our chairs when we discovered this,” senior study author A. Janet Tomiyama said. Co-author Jeffrey Hunger noted that recent research suggests that experiencing stigma about one’s weight increases stress and can result in overeating.

On the calendar Heart attack risk assessment screenings are offered from 7:30-10 a.m. on Thursday, June 5 at Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hospital, 10 Hospital Drive. A blood pressure check, cholesterol screening (lipid panel), glucose screening, body composition analysis and body mass index (BMI) screening are included. Participants should fast for at least 10 hours prior to the screenings. The fee is $25, payable by cash or check. Registration and an appointment are required. Call 928-9355. ••• “Street Smarts: A Guide for Children” is from 6-7 p.m. on Wednesday, June 11 at Spencer Road Library, 427 Spencer Road in St. Peters. Officer Melissa Doss, of the St. Peters Police Department, presents the program for children ages 4-12, sharing safety tips to use in everyday life. Registration is required. Call 928-9355. ••• “Questions about Common Neurological Concerns?” is from noon-1 p.m. on Tuesday, June 17 at Progress West Hospital, 2 Progress Point Parkway in O’Fallon. Attendees get expert information from a health care provider while enjoying lunch with fellow participants. A $5 fee includes admission and lunch. Registration is required. Call 928-9355.

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Despite misdiagnosis and denials, Lyme disease is on the rise By BONNIE KRUEGER bkrueger@westnewsmagazine.com More than 10 years ago, DeAnne LeBlanc detected an engorged tick in her belly button. At that time, the St. Charles County resident had no idea the simple discovery would be the beginning of a nightmare she cannot escape. “A few weeks after finding and removing the tick, I began having strange neurological problems, but did not attribute them to the bite. By 2010, I was having severe physical and neurological issues. By then, I was mostly bedridden and my daily symptoms were flu-like fatigue, arthritis, numbness and tingling in my hands and feet, migraines, chronic sinus infections, confusion, dizziness, weakness, panic attacks, heart palpitations, eye problems such as blurred vision and pain behind my eye, inflammation and muscle twitching or spasms. But those only scratched the surface of my symptoms,” she said. Exacerbating the situation was that she went to more than 12 doctors and specialists, with no one able to find a cause for her compromised health. “My trusted doctor of seven years told me there was nothing left for her to do. She tried to convince me that the pain and fatigue were all in my head,” LeBlanc said. “Then she uttered the words that would propel me into a mission to find a doctor who could help me: ‘I’m not going to keep ordering these expensive tests for your symptom of the week.’” After years of frustration and pain, LeBlanc finally found a doctor who suspected she had Lyme disease. Through detection of the bacteria Borrelia Burgdorferi (also known as spirochetes) in her blood sample, LeBlanc was diagnosed as having chronic or late stage lyme disease. In January of 2013, she began seeing a tick-borne disease specialist (or LLMD) and had her blood tested by one of the best labs in the country – Igenex, which does more thorough testing to detect various strains of the bacteria and can detect infections past and present. Complicating LeBlanc’s diagnostic process was that laboratory testing for tick-borne diseases is terribly flawed. The tests most doctors use only test for one strain of Lyme and there are over 300 strains in addition to other tick-borne diseases like Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever, Tularemia, Babesiosis, Bartonella, Enrichlia, tick-borne relapsing fever, and Q fever. The accuracy of the test is also dependent on the stage of the disease, showing a false negative in a majority of cases in the first 4-6 weeks of infection. This disease, sometimes called the “great imitator,” mimics many other illnesses. In fact, studies have shown that it could be linked to multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s

disease, ALS/Lou Gehrig’s disease and even Alzheimer’s. Since her diagnosis, LeBlanc’s treatment has been aggressive and invasive. “I immediately began aggressive treatment with natural methods, oral antibiotics and now IV antibiotics. It took years for the bacterium to reproduce and burrow into my joints, organs, tissue and even my brain, so it is not hard to believe that it may take years to kill it,” LeBlanc explained. “In February of 2014, I had a PICC line placed to get IV antibiotics, but had complications and had to get it removed. Now, I have a Power Port surgically implanted so that I can administer my medications. I do an IV bag of Primaxin three times a day with IV fluids in between doses.” Chances are, if you are bitten by a tick and go to your doctor with worries of being infected with tick-borne disease, you will be told you have nothing to worry about because Lyme does not exist in Missouri. But tickborne diseases are on the rise, and Lyme disease – the most common tick-borne illness – is especially prevalent in the Midwest, according to the National Institutes of Health. ”Even though I have blood test results that are Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) approved and they confirm I have late-stage Lyme disease, as well as Babesiosis and/or Bartonella, doctors have told me, ‘It must be a mistake. Lyme is not here,’” LeBlanc said. With the medical community at odds on the validity of the disease, LeBlanc sought out her own resources to gain a better understanding of it and how to advocate for herself. The award-winning documentary “Under Our Skin,” delves into the questions surrounding why there is controversy with diagnosing Lyme disease. Several books written about various aspects of Lyme disease also may prove helpful to individuals wanting to learn more. Among these are “Healing Lyme Disease Coinfections” by Dr. Stephen Buhner; “The Beginners Guide to Lyme Disease – Diagnosis and Treatment Made Simple” by Drs. McFadzean and Burrascano; and most recently, “A Twist of Lyme: Battling a Disease That ‘Doesn’t Exist,’” by Andrea H. Caesar. With a firm foundation rooted in her Christian faith and with the love and support of her husband Ryan, LeBlanc continues to fight for her life. “I’ve seen a dramatic improvement in my overall health with continuous antibiotic therapy and I am hopeful for the future,” she said. “In the meantime, I am passionate about teaching prevention and spreading awareness about this horrific disease that has stolen so much of my life.”

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Why do you own your home? Why do you want to buy a home? Because the home is an investment, says Eric Belsky, a noted housing expert at Harvard University. He gives five financial reasons people should consider buying a home: 1. Housing is typically the one leveraged investment available. 2. You’re paying for housing whether you own or rent. 3. Owning is usually a form of “forced savings.” 4. There are substantial tax benefits to owning. 5. Owning is a hedge against inflation. Here’s what’s new in new homes: Homes selling quickly at McKelvey’s Enclave at Lucerne Response has been high at McKelvey Homes’ highly anticipated The Enclave at Lucerne, in a prime location in Ballwin. The neighborhood, which is selling quickly, will be comprised of nine estate homes from McKelvey’s upscale Designer Series, priced from the $440’s to $600’s. The display home, a spacious 1.5-story Muirfield model, is expected to be ready by late June, but is being offered for sale now, since it is possible that the community will be nearing a sellout by then. “Our other West County neighborhoods have been fast sellers, and The Enclave at Lucerne is sure to be no exception,” said McKelvey President Jim Brennan. “Buyers will love our distinctive homes and our terrific location in the Rockwood School District.” The 3,717-square-foot Muirfield truly has the best of everything, Brennan said. The home features an open floor plan, 11-foot ceilings in the great room, a mainlevel master suite, three additional and a massive step-up bonus room. Brennan invites visitors to: “Take a look at the hearth room’s gas fireplace with a stone surround, and the beautiful hardwood floors throughout the foyer, kitchen, breakfast room, hearth room, powder room and pantry, and the gourmet kitchen, complete with a large island, granite countertops, gas cooktop, builtin double ovens and crown molding above the cabinets. You also will be impressed with the Muirfield’s Craftsman-style exterior and three-car garage.” Cost of the Muirfield display, with all this and more, is $609,608. The Enclave at Lucerne is conveniently located off Kehrs Mill Road between Holloway and Clarkson. McKelvey currently is accepting contracts from its nearby

Villas at Westmeade, off Baxter Road just west of Clarkson Road. For information, contact Community Sales Manager Clyde Oliver by emailing coliver@mckelveyhomes.com or by calling (314) 378-2186. Last call for luxury in five Fischer & Frichtel neighborhoods In preparation for new developments soon to open in St. Charles and St. Louis counties, Fischer & Frichtel is about to bid a fond farewell to five of its all-time most successful communities. Only one privileged buyer still has the chance to own a home in scenic Grandview in prestigious Sunset Hills. Grandview’s final offering is a lavishly appointed Arlington II ranch with a three-car side-entry garage, ready for move-in and specially priced for closeout at $595,166. Appointments and additional information are available by calling (314) 393-9526. At Shadow Creek, the builder’s highfashion enclave on Bowles Road in Fenton, the one remaining homesite is over a halfacre in size. The future owner will choose from Fischer’s elegant Estate Collection, base priced from $499,900 to $623,900. Shadow Creek is shown by appointment. Call (314) 393-9526 for details. Time is drawing short for luxury villa shoppers to take advantage of the “Grand Closeout” savings in effect at Kendall Bluffs in Chesterfield. Privately gated and set on the bluffs overlooking the Missouri River Valley, this all-villa community has just two Campton ranches still available. Sale-priced at $685,000 and $697,500, both are nearing completion and include three bedrooms, finished lower levels and three-car garages. Call (314) 579-9458 for details. When purchased, the classic Brookmont ranch will mark the grand finale of Montecito, Fischer’s innovative, “small-town” neighborhood on Hwy. 94 in St. Charles County. The neighborhood is known for its congenial atmosphere, fountained lake, nature trails and quaint Craftsman styling. Call (314) 4588940 to tour the three-bedroom Brookmont, which is move-in-ready, includes exterior maintenance and closeout priced at $249,900. The Manors of Wynnbrooke in the city of St. Charles has achieved a near-close-out in a matter of months. The community’s final offering is a sophisticated Carver See PRIME, page 30

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Two homes move-in ready at Thomas & Suit’s Silver Pine Ridge Spring is here and it is the perfect time to move into a new home. That’s what buyers are finding at Thomas & Suit’s Silver Pine Ridge in Wentzville, where four new homes have been sold in the past 10 days and only 13 homesites remain. Lucky buyers can snatch up two Thomas & Suit homes that are ready for immediate move-in. “Buyers love our secluded, wooded location off Heppermann Road and only a few minutes from I-70 in Wentzville,” said Silver Pine Ridge sales manager Chris Finley. “If you’ve been dreaming of a stylish, feature-filled ranch, then be sure to see our 2,190-square-foot Quebec, a new floor plan designed especially for Silver Pine Ridge.” This three-bedroom, two-bath home has amazing features like a three-car garage, 11-foot ceilings in the great room, a beautiful brick fireplace and hardwood floors in the foyer, kitchen and breakfast room. Not to be missed is the gourmet kitchen with granite countertops and the master suite with two walk-in closets. Price of this home is $319,900. For buyers who prefer a 1.5-story with a main-level master suite, Thomas & Suit is offering the 2,842-square-foot Sequoia. This home, with an open floor plan, a large breakfast room and gourmet island kitchen opening onto a huge great room. Upstairs, buyers will find a massive bonus room, a full bath and three bedrooms with walk-in closets. The Sequoia boasts an impressive brick and stone exterior, a three-car garage, arched door openings, hardwood floors and more. Price of this home is $349,900. Visit tshomes.net or call (636) 332-0606 for more information. Two homes with upgrades ready at Mill Crossing Condominiums Because of its popularity with buyers, Mill Crossing Condominiums is extending its participation through May 31 in this year’s St. Louis Union Homebuilding Partnership program “Neighborhoods Built by Your Neighbors.” “We had multiple sales in April which was exciting to see,” said Sales Manager Jane Peacock. Homebuyers can get union cash to be used toward closing on their new Mill Crossing condominium. “Our funds from the union stimulus are limited on a first-come basis offering thou-

sands of dollars in closing cost savings,” Peacock said. “We are working on a new display which will be approximately 1,500 square feet with two bedrooms and two baths, and a ready-to-move-in ‘jumpstart’ unit with 1,400 square feet, two bedrooms and two baths. That leaves us with only about half a dozen unfinished condominiums where clients can select their own finishes.” Two condos are now available for immediate move-in, she added. “Both feature two bedrooms and two baths, are priced in the low $250,000s and loaded with popular upgraded finishes. These prices will not be seen again with construction on Mill Crossing’s final building commencing shortly,” Peacock said. “Our location at Mill Crossing is hard to beat. Located between Hwy. 141 and I-270 on Olive in Creve Coeur, we’re surrounded by restaurants and shops – yet have a tranquil, quiet setting.” Mill Crossing is open daily 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Call (636) 299-8444 or email janepeacock@bridgewatercommunities.com to schedule a tour. Man caves available from Payne Family Homes Now the man of the house can have a place to call his own. Payne Family Homes is offering the “Man cave,” a whole new concept in the St. Louis home-building industry. They do it by utilizing the extra space in a tandem garage where an extra bay extends from the back so that two cars are able to park bumper-to-bumper. Usually, this space is used to house lawnmowers, boats, motorcycles, ATVs and even other vehicles. But now with the help of Payne Family Homes, this previous storage space can now be turned into a “men-only” getaway. When most men think of a man cave, they automatically think of the section of their basement that is supposed to be for them only. Payne asks why not think outside the box and build your own personal man cave in a home that is already designed with this space and feature in mind? Popular man cave options are a golf simulator room, mechanic space, band room, workout room, poker room, video game room, game hunting room or cigar room. Act fast as Payne Family Homes is participating in the St. Louis Union Homebuilding Partnership, which has been extended until May 31. This program gives new home purchasers the opportunity to receive $2,000 to $10,000 in cash to use at closing. Funds are limited. To find out more about any of Payne’s 15 new home communities in St. Charles and St. Louis Counties, visit any Payne Family Homes community or go to paynefamilyhomes.com.

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St. Charles County votes to put red-light camera ban on November ballot By BRIAN FLINCHPAUGH bflinchpaugh@newsmagazinenetwork.com St. Charles County voters will decide on Nov. 4 whether red-light cameras should be banned countywide. The County Council voted 5-0 with one abstention on May 12 to ask voters whether the county charter should be amended to prohibit the cameras. The amendment targets St. Peters, which is the only municipality in the county that uses them. Red-light cameras take photos of vehicles that travel through intersections when traffic signals change to red. Violators receive a ticket with photos of their vehicles and have the option of paying a fine of $100 or more, or appearing in municipal court. The council acted after hearing more than an hour of public comment, largely in favor of placing the amendment on the ballot. The vote came after several motions by councilmen, first to table the bill and then to call a special council meeting to vote on it. There also was a motion to accept a substitute bill and finally a motion to place the amendment on the November ballot instead of the Aug. 5 ballot. County Councilman Joe Brazil (District 2), who introduced the bill at the council’s April 28 meeting, pushed strongly to have the measure on the August ballot but agreed to go along with placing it on the November ballot. He and other speakers said the cameras raised major constitutional issues, called them a money grab by municipalities, and charged that they were ineffective in preventing drivers from run-

ning red stoplights at intersections. Dismissing concerns raised by St. Peters and other municipal officials that the measure opened a door to interfering with cities’ abilities to govern themselves, Brazil said the cameras were a countywide issue. “St. Peters is not in a box,” he said. “It’s not a municipality in St. Charles County with a big fence around it. “The county is not banning this – we’re not doing it – the people are going to ban it and that’s the difference. It’s their decision.” Local municipalities also may face whether to go to court over the issue. St. Peters Mayor Len Pagano, who spoke to the council during the public comment portion of the meeting, said the issue was “not about red light cameras,” but about separation of powers. “Tonight you’re going to decide whether you think the county and its voters have the right to tell a city what to do,” Pagano said. “That’s the bottom line.” Pagano and St. Peters officials said they could not comment extensively about the issue because of pending litigation. “We will now review our options with our legal team as well as other outside parties,” Pagano said in a statement released after the vote. “We will take into consideration the best interest of the city of St. Peters as well as the potential constitutional impact for municipalities across the state of Missouri as we consider potential litigation on this issue.” Pagano said as an alderman he supported the establishment of a home-rule county charter, which was adopted in 1992 and established the present form of county

government. Several framers of that charter told the council that the charter commissioners who drafted it took pains to preempt the county from interfering with cities’ authority and stressed cooperation. “This bill may not be in keeping with the spirit of the county charter drafted in 1991 and 1992 and we feel that is an important consideration you need to weigh into the discussion,” said Keith Hazelwood, a local attorney and member of that charter commission. But Brazil said the cameras were simply wrong. He said statistics gathered from St. Peters police suggest an increase in accidents at some intersections where the cameras are installed due to rear-end collisions. Brazil also said the cameras may have raised more than $800,000 and he fears that data collected by companies hired by municipalities to install the cameras is being sold. Pagano, however, said at a St. Peters Board of Aldermen meeting on May 8 that Brazil was misconstruing the facts about the city’s red-light cameras. Police said red- light cameras were not listed as a major cause of accidents at intersections where they are installed. Since 2006, the cameras also have resulted in an average of $87,875 collected annually, which goes to senior and special transportation programs in the city, he said. Other speakers, however, said the cameras raise major constitutional questions because they limit the right of someone accused of a crime to confront their accuser. “Red-light cameras are a direct violation

of our civil liberties,” said Catherine Dreher, one of about a dozen speakers who spoke in favor of the charter amendment. “Since when is a camera a witness to a crime?” Several councilmen said at first they were hesitant about a quick vote to place the measure on the ballot. Councilman David Hammond (District 4) said he hadn’t had time to read a substitute bill that Brazil submitted at the meeting or talk to legal counsel. He noted that there also is legislation dealing with red-light cameras being discussed in the Missouri General Assembly. “I think my main concern tonight is I feel like this is being shoved down my throat,” Hammond said. He made a motion to table the bill. Councilman Joe Cronin (District 2), who seconded the motion, said he wasn’t sure if he would be violating his oath of office if he voted for placing the amendment on the ballot. The deadline for placing a measure on the August ballot is 5 p.m. on May 27. Since the council could not agree to a special meeting before that date, Brazil said he would compromise about placing the measure on the November ballot and the council would have time to adjust the measure before the election. Brazil, Klinghammer, Hammond, Councilman John White (District 7) and Councilman Mike Elam (District 3) voted in favor of a motion to place the measure on the November ballot. Cronin abstained and Councilman Terry Hollander (District 5) was absent.

Local municipalities debate legality of proposed county bill By Dan Fox with Amanda Keefe Prior to the County Council’s vote on May 12, several local municipalities passed resolutions at their own council meetings opposing the proposition. The Dardenne Prairie Board of Aldermen approved a resolution May 7 opposing a recent St. Charles County proposition to ban red-light cameras countywide. Dardenne Prairie passed its resolution to oppose the ban after City Attorney John Young deemed the county’s proposal unconstitutional. Young said because St. Charles is a charter county, county officials do not have authority to interfere with municipality policies. He claimed responsibilities like traffic, streets, etc. fall in the hands of cities, not counties. “Missouri statutes are clear that municipalities, cities and, in particular, fourthclass cities, have exclusive control over

their streets, highways, alleys, etc. within their jurisdictional limits,” Young said. Dardenne Prairie is a fourth-class city, as are several others in St. Charles County. Before Dardenne Prairie publicly opposed the county’s proposition, the St. Charles County Municipal League did. The league cited the same concerns, and passed a resolution of its own on Thursday, May 1. The O’Fallon City Council passed a resolution on May 8 also opposing the red-light camera ban. The resolution states that while the city of O’Fallon may oppose the use of red-light cameras, the legislative decision to use the cameras is a governmental function under local jurisdiction and control, per state law. “I don’t think St. Charles County should be dictating to another municipality on legislation,” O’Fallon Councilmember Jeff Schwentker (Ward 4) said. “We write legislation for our city;

we don’t want county members writing specific legislation for our city.” The O’Fallon resolution ended in a request that councilmembers vote against the county proposition concerning the red-light camera ban. Brazil said he hasn’t studied potential legal ramifications behind the amendment he introduced. “We have a team of attorneys that are very well qualified in county government,” he said. “They’re qualified to know how to write ordinances. You can’t write an ordinance if it’s illegal.” But Brazil said red-light cameras bring with them an increase in accidents, injuries and tickets, and he won’t stand for it. “Everything about these things is just wrong,” he said. “So that’s why I put it on the charter amendment. It’s a proven fact that they cause injuries and accidents.” Brazil said the county examined the

rate of accidents two years prior to implementation of cameras, and two years after. Results showed a 30-percent increase in accidents and injuries. Further, he said St. Peters claimed to distribute just 30 tickets a month via the red-light cameras. But after a freedom of information request was submitted, the county found that 10,000 tickets were dished out from 2013 to 2014 involving red-light cameras. Brazil recognizes that most, if not all, St. Charles cities will oppose his proposition. Ironically, Dardenne Prairie doesn’t actually have red-light cameras, but the city was still adamant in opposing it, approving the resolution 6-0. “It really had nothing do to with red-light cameras,” said Alderman Dan Koch (Ward 3). “It was more about the county setting a precedent here looking to manage traffic flow for municipalities. That’s an area that I think is kind of dangerous.”

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County presents Employer of the Year awards At the recent meeting of the Greater St. Charles County Chamber of Commerce, St. Charles Mayor Sally Faith presented Employer of the Year awards to representatives of honored businesses. In the Service category, Shura Garnett, general manager of Global Spectrum at the St. Charles Convention Center, accepted the award on behalf of the venue and its “How You Doin’” employee program that recognizes staff on a monthly, quarterly and annual basis. Lou Lenkman, president of TLD Concepts, who co-owns the business with Tom Lenkman, was honored in the Manufacturing/Industrial category. The company currently employs 10 people including two military veterans through its Hire a Hero program and annually rewards staff with a percentage of the company’s profits. Family-owned business SafeWay Tire and owner Jay More were recognized in the Retail category. The Jack Heck Award, recognizing community outreach and family values, was given to Molly Schad, owner of Molly-O’s Tropical Sno & Chili Shack. The business donates snow cones in the summer and pots of chili in the winter to local churches, the Salvation Army’s local soup kitchen and The Bridge in New Town that supports numerous charitable causes.

PEOPLE Gina Ganahl has been named Lindenwood University’s dean of the evening accelerated programs in the College for Individualized Education. She replaces retiring dean Dan

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EVENTS AND NETWORKING The O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce hosts a general membership luncheon from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. on May 27 at the Christy Banquet Center, 9000 Veterans Memorial Pkwy. in O’Fallon. For more information, call 240-1818. ••• The Greater St. Charles County Chamber of Commerce hosts a general membership meeting from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. on June 3 at the Embassy Suites Hotel & Spa, Two Convention Center Plaza in St. Charles. For more information, call 946-0633.

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Com mu n it y Event s ART O’Fallon presents the Rosalie Wheeler Art Exhibit daily through May 30 at O’Fallon Cultural Arts Gallery in the Renaud Spirit Center, 2650 Tri Sports Circle. Admission and parking are free. For hours and details, visit ofallon.mo.us/ parks&rec/cultural-arts. BENEFITS The St. Charles County Lions Club hosts a 5K Run/Walk for Sight at 9 a.m. (checkin begins at 7 a.m.) on Saturday, May 24 at Frontier Park in Cottleville. The entry fee is $25; day-of registration is $28. Proceeds help the Lions Club provide sight-saving screenings and transplants. To register, visit stcharlescountylionsclub.org. ••• St. Charles Community College hosts “Rhythm and Ribs,” an evening of music and BBQ on Thursday, June 5 at the Cottleville campus. Admission is $5 and “Music and More” packages are available for $25 or $50. For a line-up of performing artists and food options and to buy tickets, visit stchas.edu/rhythmandribs. ••• The Greater St. Charles County Chamber of Commerce golf tournament, with registration at 11 a.m., is on Monday, June 23 at Bear Creek Course in Wentzville. Guests enjoy a lunch spon-

sored by Texas Roadhouse, with a shotgun start at noon. The cost is $150 per golfer or $600 for teams of four. For details, visit gstccc.com/golf or call Terry McCrum at 946-0633. ••• The St. Charles County YMCA District Golf Tournament begins with a shotgun start at noon on Monday, June 30 at Whitmoor Country Club. The event raises funds for YMCAs in St. Charles County and costs $175 per player. For details, contact Maryann at 928-1928 or visit ymcastlouis.org/ofallon. FAMILIES AND KIDS O’Fallon’s Memorial Day Ceremony is at 11 a.m. on Monday, May 26 at O’Fallon Veterans Memorial Walk, 800 Veterans Memorial Parkway. All are welcome. For details, visit ofallon.mo.us/veteransmemorial-walk. ••• The St. Charles County Veterans Committee and St. Charles City Veterans Commission host their annual Memorial Day Program at 1 p.m. on Monday, May 26 at the St. Charles County’s Historic Courthouse/Executive Office Building, 100 N. Third Street. The free event is open to the public. For details, contact George Newell at (314) 369-6506. •••

Fast Lane Classic Cars hosts the 26th annual Cobblestone Car Show from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. on Monday, May 26 at 427 Little Hills Blvd. in St. Charles. The show is expected to be one of the area’s largest classic car shows, with more than 500 cars and 10,000 guests. Donations to the American Cancer Society are accepted for a chance to win a cash giveaway. For more information, call 940-9969. ••• The St. Louis Symphony Volunteer Association presents the 42nd annual Gypsy Caravan antique, craft and flea market on Monday, May 26 from dawn to dusk at The Family Arena in St. Charles. ••• The Holistic Moms Network presents “Is Your Home Toxic?” at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 27 at OakHaven Montessori School, 7267 Hwy. N in Dardenne Prairie. Learn about the toxins in regular household products and which cleaning products are the best natural options. For more information, visit stcharlesctymo. holisticmoms.org. LIVE PERFORMANCES O’Fallon hosts its Jammin’ Outdoor Concerts from 6:30-9 p.m. on Tuesdays from June 3 through Aug. 19 (except July 1) at Civic Park Bandstand in Civic Park, 308 Civic Park Drive. Admission and parking are free, with concessions for sale by food trucks. For details, visit ofallon. mo.us/jamming. •••

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