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B. L. T. TIME! One of the reasons for the popularity of political rhetoric is that everybody can be right, in terms of their own rhetoric, no matter how much the rhetoric of one side contradicts the rhetoric of the other side. President Obama constantly repeats how many millions of jobs have been created during his administration, while his critics constantly repeat how many millions of jobs have been lost during his administration. How can both of them be right – or, at least, how can they both get away with what they are saying? There are jobs and there are net jobs. This is true not only today but has been true in years past. Back during the 1980s, when there were huge losses of jobs in the steel industry, the government restricted the importation of foreign steel. It has been estimated that this saved 5,000 jobs in the American steel industry. But of course restriction of competition from lower-priced imported steel made steel more expensive to American producers of products containing steel. Therefore the price of these products rose, making them less in demand at these higher prices, causing losses of sales at home and in the world market. The bottom line is that, while 5,000 jobs were saved in the American steel industry, 26,000 jobs were lost in American industries that produced products made of steel. On net balance, the country lost jobs by restricting the importation of steel. None of this was peculiar to the steel industry. Restrictions on the importation of sugar are estimated to have cost three times as many jobs in the confection industry as they saved in the sugar industry. The artificially high price of sugar in the United States led some American producers of confections to relocate to Mexico and Canada, where the price of sugar is lower. There is no free lunch in the job market, any more than there is anywhere else. The government can always create particular jobs or save particular jobs, but that does not mean that it is a net creation of jobs or a net saving of jobs. The government can create a million jobs tomorrow, just by hiring that many people. But where does the government get the money to pay those people? From the private economy – which loses the money that the government gains.
With less money in the private sector, the loss of jobs there can easily exceed the million jobs created in the government or in industries subsidized by the government. The Obama administration’s creation of “green jobs” has turned out to cost far more money per job than the cost of creating a job in the private sector. In addition to reducing jobs in the private sector by taking money out of the private sector to pay for government-subsidized jobs, the Obama administration has made businesses reluctant to hire because of the huge uncertainties it has created for businesses as regards the cost of adding employees. With thousands of regulations still being written to implement ObamaCare, no one knows how much this will add to the cost of hiring new employees. In the face of this economic uncertainty, even businesses that have an increased demand for their products can meet that demand by working their existing employees overtime, instead of adding new employees. Many employers hire temporary workers, who are not legally entitled to benefits such as health insurance, and who will therefore not be affected by the cost of ObamaCare. When President Obama boasts of the number of jobs created during his administration, the numbers he cites may be correct, but he doesn’t count the other jobs that were lost during his administration. His critics cite the latter. Both can claim to be right because they are talking about different things. What has been the net effect? During this administration, the proportion of the working age population that has a job has fallen to the lowest level in decades. The official unemployment rate does not count the millions of people who have simply given up looking for a job. If everybody gave up looking for a job, the official unemployment rate would fall to zero. But that would hardly mean that the problem was solved or that the “stimulus” worked. Creating particular jobs does not mean a net increase in jobs.
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and the mowing being taken from the street department and given to the parks To the Editor: department because I was an employee of I am writing this in response to an article the street department when all of this took “O’Fallon residents frustrated over right- place. I was also on the mowing crew for of-way mowing” in the June 27, 2012, Mid the street department and know what we Rivers Newsmagazine. used to cut, and what the parks department First let me say that I find it unsettling has stopped cutting. that a city will pass an ordinance that The budget doesn’t really have anything requires a resident to do the job of the city, to do with this issue. It is really an issue of or face a fine. What’s next? Requiring the a department not wanting to do the extra residents to clear the snow from the road work that was given to them. in front of their home? Come on people, Joe Fornarotto wake up. This has very little to do with the O’Fallon budget. Three years ago the street department gave up mowing the right-of-ways and all Feeding on anger mowing was given to the parks department. To the Editor: Before the parks department took over, the I am disheartened by the political rhetostreet department was doing a great job of ric of today. A constant out pouring of sales maintaining the right-of-ways throughout pitches. “Elect me and I will see to it that the entire city. you get this or that.” My fellow AmeriThey were even mowing some areas that cans, this election is not about “you” it is were not part of the city. And on several about “us.” It is about our country, not our occasions, they were told by their superiors individual agendas. to mow certain fields that were privately We need to come together on a national owned. One of them is in the Twin Chim- level and focus on the issues that concern neys subdivision across from the lake. us all, not issues that divide us. It is time When the parks department took over to step up and show some patriotism and the mowing, they were taken around to all love of country. of the areas to be mowed and shown what Our national issues should be those that used to be done by the street department. matter to all people. The parks supervisor in charge of the right• Protection of our Constitution of-way mowing decided to not cut as much • A Strong Defense as the street department did sometimes not • A More Efficient and Fiscally Sound even mowing certain areas anymore. The Government following year, the parks department got a We have allowed our tax dollars to be big infusion of cash due to new taxes. squandered by politicians buying votes They purchased new equipment and and currying favors. Our national debt vehicles, hired several new employees, and threatens us all. There is no bright future even acquired new land. All of this is at the in a deflating dollar causing the price of same time the new ordinance was passed. everyday needs to escalate and our savings And the residents started being victimized. to become worthless. The parks department got a bigger We have let ourselves become divided budget, more employees, and new equip- by trumped up causes. Polarized by social ment, and still could not get the work done issues. Made victims by racial, ethnic and so it was passed on to the taxpayers. I ask gender speeches from politicians that feed everyone reading this, does this seem fair? on the anger they can generate. It doesn’t even sound reasonable. I think It is time to turn away from and abandon the city should give the inspectors some this discourse. Walk away from the politilawn equipment, so they can mow the cian who uses these tactics. The people are grass instead of writing tickets and sum- best served by a strong sense of country monses and then getting back into their air- and a healthy and vibrant economy. conditioned trucks and driving around. These two things alone would cure most I also am willing to bet that if there is ills. This November make your vote based any right-of-way property near a council- on the opinion that it is good for the well man, the mayor, or even some of the big being of the country. Vote for the candidate wigs at City Hall, the city will take care of who best understands our national issues. cutting it. Sharon Kumnick I know about the new taxes, the budget, St Charles
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Judicial betrayal By Thomas Sowell Betrayal is hard to take, whether in our personal lives or in the political life of the nation. Yet there are people in Washington -- too often, Republicans -- who start living in the Beltway atmosphere, and start forgetting those hundreds of millions of Americans beyond the Beltway who trusted them to do right by them, to use their wisdom instead of their cleverness. President Bush 41 epitomized these betrayals when he broke his "read my lips, no new taxes" pledge. He paid the price when he quickly went from high approval ratings as president to someone defeated for reelection by a little known governor from Arkansas. Chief Justice John Roberts need fear no such fate because he has lifetime tenure on the Supreme Court. But conscience can be a more implacable and inescapable punisher – and should be. The Chief Justice probably made as good a case as could be made for upholding the constitutionality of ObamaCare by defining one of its key features as a "tax." The legislation didn't call it a tax and Chief Justice Roberts admitted that this might not be the most "natural" reading of the law. But he fell back on the longstanding principle of judicial interpretation that the courts should not declare a law unconstitutional if it can be reasonably read in a way that would make it constitutional, out of "deference" to the legislative branch of government. But this question, like so many questions in life, is a matter of degree. How far do you bend over backwards to avoid the obvious, that ObamaCare was an unprecedented extension of federal power over the lives of 300 million Americans today and of generations yet unborn? These are the people that Chief Justice Roberts betrayed when he declared constitutional something that is nowhere authorized in the Constitution of the United States. John Roberts is no doubt a brainy man, and that seems to carry a lot of weight among the intelligentsia -- despite glaring lessons from history, showing very brainy men creating everything from absurdities to catastrophes. Few of the great tragedies of history were created by the village idiot, and many by the village genius. One of the Chief Justice's admirers said that when others are playing checkers, he
is playing chess. How much consolation that will be as a footnote to the story of the decline of individual freedom in America, and the wrecking of the best medical care in the world, is another story. There are many speculations as to why Chief Justice Roberts did what he did, some attributing noble and far-sighted reasons, and others attributing petty and short-sighted reasons, including personal vanity. But all of that is ultimately irrelevant. What he did was betray his oath to be faithful to the Constitution of the United States. Who he betrayed were the hundreds of millions of Americans – past, present and future – whole generations in the past who have fought and died for a freedom that he has put in jeopardy, in a moment of intellectual inspiration and moral forgetfulness, 300 million Americans today whose lives are to be regimented by Washington bureaucrats, and generations yet unborn who may never know the individual freedoms that their ancestors took for granted. Some claim that Chief Justice Roberts did what he did to save the Supreme Court as an institution from the wrath – and retaliation – of those in Congress who have been railing against Justices who invalidate the laws they have passed. Many in the media and in academia have joined the shrill chorus of those who claim that the Supreme Court does not show proper "deference" to the legislative branch of government. But what does the Bill of Rights seek to protect the ordinary citizen from? The government! To defer to those who expand government power beyond its constitutional limits is to betray those whose freedom depends on the Bill of Rights. Similar reasoning was used back in the 1970s to justify the Federal Reserve's inflationary policies. Otherwise, it was said, Congress would destroy the Fed's independence, as it can also change the courts' jurisdiction. But is it better for an institution to undermine its own independence, and freedom along with it, while forfeiting the trust of the people in the process? © 2012 Creators.com
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News Br iefs St. Charles County Campfires banned Campers will not be allowed to make s’mores in St. Charles County parks for a while. Thanks to the excessive dry conditions, the St. Charles County Parks Department has issued a fire ban at parks with camping facilities. Campers staying at the campgrounds at Klondike Park in Augusta and the Youth Group Camp Area at Indian Camp Creek Park, near Wentzville, were prohibited from having camp fires until further notice at MRN press time. Because of fire risk, no wood or open fires were permitted. Charcoal fires are allowed in designated BBQ pits and fire rings for cooking only. Fireworks are also prohibited in all St. Charles County Parks under county ordinance. Notifications have been posted throughout the parks.
Excessive heat continues The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) said about 100 Americans die each year from the heat, and that many more suffer through over-exertion and stress. Extreme heat and bright sunlight can lead to heat-related illnesses — especially in young children and the elderly. “Heat illness occurs when the body loses its ability to regulate body temperature,” said Gil Copley, director of the St. Charles County Department of Community Health and the Environment. “Normally, the body can keep our temperature in the neighborhood of 98.6 degrees Fahrenheit. The higher the surrounding temperature rises, the harder it is for us to accommodate it and to maintain our body temperature at a safe level.” According to the CDC, taking simple steps in advance can keep residents safe during a heat wave, including: drinking more fluids, regardless of your activity level; avoid liquids containing alcohol or large amounts of sugar; stay indoors in an air-conditioned location whenever possible; and wear lightweight, loose-fitting clothing. In addition, never leave anyone or any
animals in a closed, parked car, as interior temperatures can grow rapidly during a hot day. To find heat-relief shelters in the area call 2-1-1 from a land-line telephone or visit www.health.mo.gov.
Road closed temporarily Wilmer Road is now closed between the Boone Estates Drive and 350 feet west of Dewberry Court to allow for continued construction of the new Wilmer Road improvements. Traffic will be required to use the signed detour route for approximately five weeks while the new road section is being built. Local traffic can access either side of the closure location, but no through traffic will be permitted. Motorists can access Wilmer Road using Hwy. N to Hepperman Road to Interstate Drive. Signs notifying motorists of the closure and the necessary detours are posted. The county will be using changeable message boards to notify residents of any date changes of the closure and opening.
St. Peters Save the water With the prolonged dry spell, St. Peters is asking water customers to limit outside water uses including lawn sprinkling, car washing and other non-essential purposes. “We appreciate our residents voluntarily limiting their water use during this time,” said Mayor Len Pagano. “With all of us working together to voluntarily use less water, it will help our entire region during this dry spell.” The voluntary order serves as a precautionary measure to lessen the mechanical strain placed on equipment at the water treatment plant, water booster station and water distribution system.
Free shredder event St. Peters and Cottleville residents have the opportunity to safely destroy unneeded
documents by bringing them to a large mobile shredder during the city of St. Peters’ Shred It and Forget It event from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Sat., Aug. 4. The large mobile shredder will be available at the Health and Environment Services Operations Building located at 135 Ecology Drive. “We provide this service to our residents to help them destroy personal papers in a safe and quick manner, while at the same time recycling the material to keep it out of the landfills,” said Carole Stangle, with the city of St. Peters. Just place the unwanted documents in cardboard boxes — but there is a five-box limit per vehicle. All shredded material will be recycled including the cardboard boxes, if they are not needed back. Shred It and Forget It is a free event for St. Peters and Cottleville residents only. Residency may be checked.
St. Charles Water woes The city of St. Charles issued a Voluntary Water Conservation order on July 5. It will remain until further notice. Because of the prolonged abnormal dry conditions, city officials are requesting water customers limit or reduce consumption of outside water uses, including lawn sprinkling, car washing and other non-essential purposes. Debra Aylsworth, director of public works, said water usage on July 4 peaked up to 15.1-million gallons (MG), which is the second highest volume on record for St. Charles. “With the 15.1 MG water usage over the holiday, combined with several more extreme heat days and no rain in the forecast for the near future, it is necessary to issue a Voluntary Conservation Order citywide,” said Aylsworth last week. “We appreciate everyone’s support in limiting their water usage during this time. With all of us working together to voluntarily use less water it will help our entire region during this unusually dry spell.”
Chorus is golden The Ambassadors of Harmony of St. Charles won the Gold Medal in the 74th annual International Barbershop Harmony
Barn Dances Roping Leather Branding Trail Rides Pony Rides Dutch Oven Cooking Campfires Live Music Frontier-Style Games Craft Projects ...and so much more! Competition held at the Rose Garden Arena in Portland, Oregon on July 6. The Ambassadors of Harmony competed against 28 choruses as a part of a week-long celebration of a cappella harmony, which also featured 74 barbershop quartets from around the world vying for medal. The Ambassadors of Harmony chorus is part of the Central States District of the Barbershop Harmony Society and has more than 150 members with ages ranging from 12 to 85. Directed by Jim Henry, the chorus has placed first in 14 consecutive Central States District competitions. In previous international competitions, it won Gold Medals in 2004 and 2009 and Silvers in 2007 and 2008.
Condo fire damages 18 units A fire on July 2 caused more than $500,000 in damages to a three-story condominium building in St. Charles. The cause of the fire is still under investigation. Central County Fire & Rescue (CCFR) firefighters and St. Charles County Ambulance workers were called to 1380 Heritage Landing at 7:50 a.m. on July 2, for a structure fire. Upon arrival, firefighters found the backside of a three-story condominium building engulfed in flames with smoke billowing from the building. As crews began confirming that all residents were evacuated, other firefighters began attacking the fire attempting to bring it under control. It took an hour for crews to knock down the fire as hot and dry conditions made it more difficult. Despite successful evacuation efforts, one third-floor resident had to be transported to the hospital for smoke inhalation. One CCFR firefighter and one St. Charles City Fire Department firefighter were also transported to the hospital for heat related injuries. “This blaze and the extreme weather conditions we were working under had the recipe for disaster. We are extremely thankful that there were no serious injuries or fatalities in fire,” said Chief Russ Mason. “This fire also highlights the danger of these hot, dry conditions. We are asking all residents to take extreme caution to prevent fires.” A total of 18 units were severely damaged by the fire. Six living units were damaged or destroyed while 12 additional units
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the area last month. The group of more than 400 students collected more than 1,050 canned goods for Hope Food Pantry in O’Fallon. In addition, about $1,400 was collected from VBS attendees in support of Wings of Hope.
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The Foundry Art Centre in St. Charles is one of 17 St. Louis area arts organizations awarded a prestigious grant from PNC Arts Alive. The award is in support of Art Carousel, a comprehensive program for children using visual arts, storytelling, music, and hands-on creation to immerse children in the world of art and creativity while reinforcing learning and discovery. The program begins with a story and evolves into an interactive journey through the arts that is as unique as each child. The Art Carousel will be located in the Baue Family Children’s Gallery, a gallery dedicated to the exhibition of art created by youth. The new program will provide creative opportunities for children with scheduled performances in the Grand Hall. Art Carousel will help children combine literacy, social interaction and cultural diversity with sounds, images and tactile experiences. A festive and interactive grand opening free for the entire community to celebrate Art Carousel is scheduled for early fall 2012.
A high fire risk thanks to extremely hot and dry weather prompted the city of Weldon Spring to cancel its fireworks celebration on July 4. City Administrator Michael Padella said the city has not decided whether or not to re-schedule the event. Padella said it did not cost the city anything to cancel the event, but the city did incur some expenses in buying supplies and some fireworks. “The supplies will be saved and will keep for next year and the fireworks we will be returning to one of our fireworks vendors,” Padella said. “In all, I estimate the city incurred less than $2,000 in expenses total. We were able to cancel all of the vendors and none of them charged the city anything.”
O’Fallon Star studded movie Families can enjoy a free movie under the stars on July 26. Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close (rated PG-13) will be playing for free on the big screen at 8 p.m. on Thurs., July 26 outside of the Renaud Spirit Center in O’Fallon. “This is a great, free way for families to spend an evening together and enjoy the beautiful summer nights,” said Tom Drabelle, with the city of O’Fallon. “For parents, it might even remind them of going to the drive-in movies they remember as children. Now they can come out to the park and share that experience with their own kids.” Free kids’ activities will begin at 8 p.m. and the movie will start around 9 p.m. Snacks will be available for purchase. Although admission is free, tickets are required and must be ordered in advance. Register for free tickets by calling 4742732 or visit www.renaudspiritcenter.com.
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No thru traffic Motorists caught cutting through the parking lot at Westwood Drive and O’Fallon Road near Hwy. 94 to avoid a stop sign could face a fine or jail time. The Weldon Spring Board of Aldermen passed an ordinance on June 28 prohibiting motorists from cutting through that particular parking lot. “Drivers were cutting through the parking lot of Deters Frozen Custard and the shopping center from Westwood Drive to O’Fallon Road to avoid the stop sign when a left hand turn was desired to get to Route 94,” said City Administrator Michael Padella. “This type of infraction is common in other cities, but must be adopted by ordinance.” The ordinance was prompted by law enforcement that had seen several hazardous traffic situations because of the cut through. The punishment for violators is a fine of up to $500 and/or up to 90 days in jail. The city is currently working on getting signs posted at the Westwood Drive side of the parking lot entrance.
Dardenne Prairie Man killed in crash An 82-year-old Dardenne Prairie man who suffered from a medical condition was killed in a one-car crash on I-70 on July 10. Eugene Johnson was travelling on westbound on I-70 just east of Mid Rivers Mall Drive at about 1:20 p.m. when his 2001 Ford Taurus struck the right side concrete median. Johnson was pronounced dead at BarnesJewish St. Peters Hospital later that afternoon.
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O’Fallon reviews city employee salary; Councilman Pepper calls it ‘Lesson in futility’ By Mary Ann O’Toole Holley O’Fallon Human Resources Director Rick Brown announced completion of an employee assessment study for city employees and found that while health and pension benefits are comparable to other municipal and public service operations, pay ranges start lower than most and end higher. Overall, Brown said, O’Fallon’s step program and benefits are on par with other communities. But Councilman Jim Pepper said the study should be described as “nothing ventured, nothing gained,” and that pay increases should be based on extraordinary effort, not satisfactory work. “Our effort was poor in results, other members may most likely feel that it was a satisfactory effort,” Pepper said. “Sadly, our employee assessment and pay incentive program focuses on satisfactory tenure. You don’t have to be great, you don’t have to improve; you just have to justify a city salary that is gradually exceedingly higher than our private sector residents in the city of O’Fallon. Nothing ventured, nothing gained; very little improved, nothing really changed.” The committee including Mayor Bill Hennessy, and Councilmen John Haman, Michael Snowden, Bill Gardner and Pepper, along with city staff, reviewed pay steps, or grades, and how those grades were applied based upon responsibility. He said overall, the study reviewed 28 positions. Of those 28, there were recommendations to move one position up a grade and five positions down a grade, Brown said. Brown said the committee looked at how many step systems were denied or ignored. He said step increases are not automatic, and there were a number of denials. Health benefits were compared, and the committee found that employees bi-weekly payment is lower than some, their co-pay is about aver-
age and their co-insurance, deductible and maximum out-of-pocket is higher than average. Retirement benefits were found to be at the mean, with no need for adjustments. “In the end, we verified information to make sure planned recommendations were accurate before moving forward,” Brown said, noting that the city also received feedback from department directors for the study. Pepper argued that the committee did nothing more than put a stamp of approval on the existing program used by the city and others for many years. “As a result of our efforts, I now believe that all we expect is satisfactory effort. Many give much more and should be rewarded, but are not,” Pepper said. “Sadly, some of our employees are giving ineffective and inefficient efforts and are still receiving excellent benefits and are still waiting to retire on a nice, comfortable pension.” Brown said the city reviewed health benefit changes to keep the city competitive for hiring. Final recommendations are to move the systems administrator, customer service to grade eight and act on recommendations made by the council, such as increasing wages of the city’s park’s superintendent. “We want to work with a (health insurance) broker and an employee advisory committee for health insurance, and look at our performance evaluation system,” Brown said. “We’re also looking at the feasibility of on-site healthcare and child care programs for city staff.” Pepper admitted his view represents a minority, but he said, “This is doing the same thing over and over. At the initial meeting, I saw that it was going to be a predetermined outcome, and whatever information provided was to be discredited or ignored. Nothing has changed. Nothing has been done. What is left is an archaic
pay system. If you satisfactorily perform your job or excel, you get the same pay reward. I felt the recommendations were not based on reality.” Pepper said comparing O’Fallon salaries to other cities to set the city’s pay scales is a mistake. “As I said before, the step grade system does not promote excellence. It promotes mediocrity,” Pepper said. “Is that what we’re looking for, just satisfactory? I hope not. O’Fallon is not simply a satisfactory city and we should expect satisfactory work from employees.” Pepper said certain positions were absolutely downgraded without real reason, considering the importance of their operation in day to day actions. He said a comparison of the city of O’Fallon benefits and pension in comparison with private resident salaries, there is about a 10 percent difference. “No private sector employers have pay increases for satisfactory work,” Pepper said. “Salaries were higher in the city than those in the private sector.” Pepper said every employee of the city can retire with a pension that required little, if any payment on their part, while most city residents do not have a paid pension. He said salaries and benefits for city employees are generally higher than most residents working in the public sector. Benefits are higher and healthcare costs are minimal. “An employee of the city receives job security, based on the fact that few are ever dismissed,” Pepper said. “Private sector residents have no such guaranteed job security.” Pepper said a city employee should be expected to be more than satisfactory. They should be outstanding based on their high level salary, outstanding benefits and guaranteed pensions.
“Pay increases for city employees are easy to attain, based on the fact that if you breathe, show up for work and do a satisfactory job, you get a raise,” Pepper said. “Most city employees received a raise, compared with very few pay increases in the private sector. We had one year they didn’t.” Pepper urged the council to expect more of city employees or consider reducing salaries in certain areas to keep in line with the private sector. “When I offered new ideas for a pay structure that rewarded excellent efforts by city employees, encouraged constructive guidance and motivation to satisfactory employees and stressed serious counseling and warnings for less than efficient ones, I was met with nothing less than a round of indifference.” Council member Rose Mack said she would like to see Pepper put together something comparing what he wanted and what the committee wanted. “When he spoke, because we have not been part of this process… so I’m not sure of some of the things he said,” Mack said. “I want to see some comparison. I may hate everything he has done, but I would like to see it. Hennessy said, “Pepper brought paperwork to the meetings, the council looked at it and staff looked at it, and they decided to go with the step program and to look at comparables that county associates did on merit increases.” Gardner said he would also like to provide the opportunity for other council members on the committee to discuss why they made their decisions. City Administrator Keith Riesberg said the intent was to present the recommendations from the Wage and Benefit Committee, and unless the council takes action, the plan will be the option used to consider the city budget for the coming year.
LSL moves to tap water fee onto residential property taxes By Michael R. Smith This past April, Lake Saint Louis residents voted to add a fee to their annual property tax bills to cover water lateral insurance to pay for repair or replacement of residential pipes. At the city’s July 2 meeting the Board of Aldermen heard in their work session a plan to begin imposing the fee next January. The annual charge would be “about $12 per year for each residential property that’s a condo or single-family home,” said Public Works Director Derek Koestel. He said the assessment could generate
up to $60,000 the first year. Those funds would be placed in a separate account from which the city would reimburse residents for work on their water mains. City Administrator Paul Markworth explained that the fee allows the city to self-insure itself and manage the program as neighboring cities have done. He said Lake Saint Louis leaders felt the program was necessary because of the city’s aging water pipes. “It’s insurance between the public main of (Public Water and Sewer District No. 2) and the home and caps at $3,000 per household,” Markworth said.
Koestel said some multi-family units lowest bid up to $3,000 per home. A resi— such as apartment complexes — dent could use their check toward repair would be exempt but that others, such as work from any company they choose. attached homes, would have an assessed At the same time voters approved the fee. He said affected residents will be water insurance proposal they turned mailed informational materials about the down a similar one which would have new fee after the aldermen approve ordi- covered private sanitary sewer lines. nance to levy it. The sewer proposal would have allowed Those bills are expected to be ready for a a fee of up to a $50 per household. The vote at the city’s next aldermanic meeting. actual charge, Koestel said, July 2, would Koestel told the aldermen that resi- probably have been closer to $28 initially dents who take advantage of the program and then would have decreased over time. would solicit three bids from vendors He said that a decrease has been the trend approved by the city. LSL would then in neighboring cities which have imposed issue a reimbursement check for the the sewer charge.
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By Amy Armour Minors in possession of tobacco products in Weldon Spring could now face fines. The Weldon Spring Board of Aldermen adopted an ordinance at its June 28 meeting that prohibits the possession of tobacco products for anyone under the age of 18. A discussion with local law enforcement prompted the city of Weldon Spring to adopt the ordinance. “From time to time our sheriff’s deputies who work in Weldon Spring (and) contract for police services report back to City Staff and provide feedback on issues they see (or) deal with in the field,” said City Administrator Michael Padella. “They try to handle things at the municipal level as opposed to issuing tickets under state statute and sending the cases to the circuit court, whenever possible.” City Clerk Moe Kwiatkowski said deputies have heard from QT and Walgreens that adults purchase several kinds of cigarettes in the store and then hand them to minors who are waiting outside of the businesses. The police are called, but by the time a deputy arrives, the adults have left the scene. The new ordinance would now make it illegal for the minor to be in possession of
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By Michael R. Smith The St. Charles County Council recently decided that 10 local cities will now tell the county highway department what services to perform in their municipalities, and in providing the services the highway department will spend only up to the total funds received from the cities for the work. Critics of the new contract say the affected cities don’t have the personnel, experience, or resources to make those decisions. And, according to one city official, the data the county supplied to help cities make their decisions is “flawed.” The county has been providing maintenance and repair projects such as snow plowing, roadside mowing, and pothole repair to cities in a revenue-sharing plan. The county paid for the services through road property tax funds received from those cities. County leaders proposed the contract change because they believe some of the cities have been receiving more services than their taxes would have purchased if bought separately. They also say another need for the change is a decrease in county revenue. The assessed property tax valuation in St. Charles County dropped from $7.6 billion five years ago to $7 billion this year. County leaders say over time the highway
department began deciding what projects and services to perform in the cities and that the road property tax funds received from those municipalities didn’t cover the work performed. “This has been a very good deal for the smaller cities,” said County Executive Steve Ehlmann. Under the present arrangement the county collects a fee from property owners of 25 cents per $100 assessed valuation. The county then rebates the funds back to the cities. Some cities keep all the funds and manage their own road projects. Ten cities give 50 percent back to the county for road and bridge repair and maintenance. The 10 affected municipalities are Cottleville, Flint Hill, Foristell, Dardenne Prairie, Josephville, New Melle, Portage Des Sioux, St. Paul, Weldon Spring, and West Alton. Under the new contract the road property taxes from each city will now be a “pay as you go” fee for annual services. In the contract’s first year the cities will receive services equaling 120 percent of their road funds, 110 percent the second year, and 100 percent in the third. Some cities are concerned that their funds won’t cover the same level of service they’ve been receiving, or that they’ll use more of their municipal budgets to make up the dif-
ference — or both. Others are concerned that they will end up overpaying and not receive services equal to their contributions. Cottleville City Administrator Scott Lewis said, “Basically (the county’s) plan is insurance: To pay a premium and if you don’t have a claim they keep your money, but if you have a claim it doesn’t cost you anything.” John Young provides legal counsel for Cottleville, Dardenne Prairie, and Flint Hill but also lobbied on behalf of the cities during the County Council’s last work session on the contract. He said the county’s proposed fees aren’t equitable. Using Dardenne Prairie — a city that’s growing in residences and businesses but has newer streets — Young said it would be possible the city could contribute $29,000 to the county but receive only $10,000 worth of services. “They might work countywide, but when you apply the costs city by city, (the contract) just doesn’t work.” The cities provided a counter-proposal to pay flat rates for the specific services they wanted. County officials say that the cities aren’t being charged for the county’s overhead costs such as staff salaries, insurance, equipment, and related expenses — costs which might be factored into a flat rate schedule. “A flat rate could work in Weldon Spring, but we see the value of ‘pay as you go,’”
City Administrator Michael Padella told the council in its last work session on the contract. “Either way is untried and uncertain.” Councilman Joe Cronin, Dist. 1, who cast the lone dissenting vote in the council’s decision, said “I’ve spent days and hours trying to understand the spreadsheets. There’s a lot of uncertainty here because the costs (to the cities) aren’t known.” Cottleville’s Lewis said the data supplied by the county is “flawed.” He said the county’s data shows it supplied Cottleville only snow plowing in 2011, and that in the previous 6 years the county under-spent in the city. He said that kind of data makes it difficult for him to recommend to city leaders on how they should proceed. “Do we adopt this contact and pay the huge lump sum for snow plowing and general services, not knowing if we will actually need those services,” Lewis said. “Or do we take those flawed numbers and go on our own?” “I think the cities are nervous because it’s new,” said Dist. 6 Councilman Jerry Daugherty. He said the contract could be revisited if serious issues do turn up. “We don’t want to see (the cities) hurt.” Don Boehmer — head of the county’s intergovernmental affairs office and part of the team that crafted the new plan — said, “We leaned in favor of the cities” with the contract.
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By Mary Ann O’Toole Holley Cottleville Mayor Don Yarber knows it’s early, but just to be clear, he has announced his intention to run for a third term as mayor of the city of Cottleville in the April 2013 election. Yarber says the city has come a long way under his direction, but there’s more that he’d like to accomplish. Yarber said his impetus to continue to serve the city grows even stronger as he looks out from his office window in the city’s new 15,000-square-foot ecologically-friendly building with a walk-out level that accommodates the new Cottleville Police Station. “In 2005, when I was elected mayor, I felt like the world was passing Cottleville by,” Yarber said. “Seven years later, I’m sitting here in a building constructed through cooperation with the citizens’ approval of a half-cent sales tax. We were able to build a City Hall and a 37-acre park with no expense to taxpayers. “We’ve updated our Old Town Streetscape, repaved and redecorated and added 140 diagonal parking spaces, new street signs and pedestrian-friendly drinking fountains for those browsing the shops,” Yarber said. “And despite all the improvements to our city over these years, property taxes have stayed the same or gone down. We have the lowest tax rate in the county. We have not raised taxes and will not raise taxes any time soon.” Cottleville’s property tax rate is 32 cents per $100 of assessed value. It was 38 cents when he was elected mayor; reduced to 34 cents in 2005 and reduced again to 32 cents in 2007. The city’s assessed valuation has more than doubled since Yarber was elected. In 2004 the valuation was $42 million; in 2004, it was over $85 million in 2011. “When I moved here, Cottleville was almost unknown. I’ve helped it grow and I’m proud of that,” Yarber said. “We have been able to attract numerous small businesses to our community that have brought hundreds of jobs.” In the past year, the city has offered a local stimulus package to attract sales tax generating businesses like Exit 6 Micro Brewery, Rib City BBQ, Tinder Box and Old Town Donuts just to name a few. “We have leveraged local funds and have received tens of millions of dollars from federal, state and other sources to do infrastructure projects including Old Town Streetscape, Highway N reconstruction, Motherhead Road reconstruction, Brittany Place traffic signal and numerous trail projects (Dardenne Greenway, Harmony Lake, Warren Cottle),” Yarber said. “The Streetscape project has attracted new businesses and benefited the many great businesses that we have. Old Town has once again become the center of
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Look around the next time you’re at a baseball game, concert, or any other social event – today’s consumer is equipped with a smart phone, and they’re not afraid to use it. “If your business’s website can’t be accessed on a mobile device, by using a single hand and a thumb, you’re ignoring 60 percent or more of your website traffic,” said Sam Ridgeway, president and CEO of Mobile Me Global, which builds unique, professional, and functional mobile websites at a fraction of the cost of traditional developers. Once designed, it’s easy to instantly update video, audio and text content. “We understand the importance of being able to connect instantly with prospects and existing customers. Our platform allows you to conceptualize a special or promotion and deliver that information to hundreds of customers in a matter of minutes. No other form of marketing can deliver these results,” said Lesa Ridgeway, a managing partner. Mobile Me Global drives revenue to businesses by aggressive social media marketing, including customized mobile websites, smart phone loyalty
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programs, text marketing, and e-commerce. They offer development and maintenance of social media channels, optimizing exposure to current and future clients. “With most consumers never more than two feet from their smart phones, mobile marketing is the future of advertising,” said Brian Armstrong, a managing partner. “We bring over 100 years of experience in technology, graphic design, marketing and software development,” Ridgway said. “Our infrastructure far surpasses any competitor in the market, and no one can do what we do under one roof.” For a free consultation, call (800) 528-8646. Mobile Me Global 16024 Manchester Road • Ellisville (636) 238-3130 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Mon.-Fri. www.MobileMeGlobal.com
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Progress 64 West was established in 1987 to promote the growth of commerce in the greater St. Louis region, particularly along the I-64 corridor from 1-270 westward to I-70. The not-for-profit, civic organization exists to benefit all who live, work and visit the area. Comprised of a diverse membership of entrepreneurs, business and academic leaders, elected officials and civil servants whose collective reach across the area is broad, Progress 64 West works to build a coalition between local communities, city leaders and business owners to create and maintain strong communities in St. Louis and St. Charles counties. Its work is rooted in the belief that a thriving commerce is essential to the community’s viability, providing jobs for residents and a tax base for quality public education, services and amenities. Progress 64 West supports community arts and higher education through its
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annual Louis S. Sachs Scholarship program, awarding $10,000 in scholarships to local high school seniors based upon submission of an executive summary of a business plan. “Progress 64 West provides a wonderful opportunity to make a difference in the community, to brighten the prospects of college hopefuls, and to meet and work with some of the area’s brightest minds,” said Bill Hardie, chairman of the board. The public is welcome at the organization’s monthly luncheons covering topics ranging from transportation improvements to social media strategies, and tickets and sponsorships are available for its 25th anniversary banquet on November 21 at the Doubletree Hotel in Chesterfield. Progress 64 West (314) 997-3390 www.progress64west.org
Design On A Dime is a unique home décor consignment shop in St. Peters featuring a constantly changing mix of new and gently used items. “We’re not your typical consignment shop. We also feature one-of-a-kind, custom painted furniture,” said Carrie Keipp, Design On A Dime owner and manager. Carrie’s business is truly a family operation that utilizes the collective talents of three generations of family members. “I’ve always wanted to work with my mom, so when she retired, it was the perfect time,” she said. “She’s very talented with painting and décor and helps with the refurbishing of items. The shop is a real family enterprise, as both of my parents, my two daughters and son help out.” Carrie’s parents search for items to refurbish, her father fixes them, her parents paint them, and then they are placed on the floor for sale. The shop’s specialty is shabby chic, and the
Using harsh chemicals to remove dirt and germs from a home is only fixing part of the problem – those toxic chemicals can sometimes make the problem worse. Maid Brigade of St. Charles County is the industry pioneer and leader in green cleaning systems with an intense focus on customer service. As the first national residential cleaning company to go green and the only company to be Green Clean Certified, Maid Brigade’s mission is to provide consistency and thoroughness through Green Cleaning systems, training, equipment and supplies. Locally owned and operated by a long-time member of the community, Maid Brigade of St. Charles County allows its clients to spend their time doing things they enjoy, rather than wasting countless hours cleaning. People can rest easy their home, as well as family, is in good hands. Exclusive Green Clean Certification includes strict criteria, such as no carcinogens, human or aquatic toxins, or reproductive toxins. Micro-fiber cloths
inventory is ever changing. “We love to decorate and change our decor often,” Carrie said. Items accepted on consignment are kept for only 90 days, and every 30 days, prices are reduced on items that have not yet sold. That process ensures good prices and keeps the store looking fresh and stocked with new and interesting pieces. “We receive new furniture and decor daily so we like to keep things moving,” Carrie said. “Our aim is to provide beautiful home décor at reasonable prices, make new friends and have fun with our family.”
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and mops are utilized to remove maximum dust, germs and dirt, leaving three times fewer particles in the air than other maid services. Products are thoroughly and continuously tested for the guaranteed healthiest cleaning service on the market. “Customer focus is the most important part for us,” said Maid Brigade of St. Charles County owner Nathan Supinski, who opened his thriving new business less than a year ago. Every Maid Brigade house cleaning maid receives a comprehensive background check, consistent, regular training and constant supervision to ensure top satisfaction with each client. “When our maids and house cleaning service customers are happy, so are we,” Supinski said. Maid Brigade of St. Charles County 30 Jason Court • St. Charles For an estimate: (636) 329-0600 Client care: (636) 329-0601 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Mon. - Fri. www.stcharlesmo.maidbrigade.com
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Rick’s Roadside Market is not a typical farmers’ market. It is a venue for local vendors to sell their goods, and it serves also as a community gathering place with live entertainment and programs for children. The indoor, extended-season farmers’ market features vendors who offer local produce, handmade items, plants, artisan baked goods, local Amish goods, grassfed and finished beef and farm fresh eggs. There is even an international spice bar. “We realized St. Charles County didn’t have an indoor farmers’ market with an extended season,” Market Manager Marcia Rodriguez said. “Our family property was divided due to road expansion, and the large barn that rested on the property was going to be situated on the road. We decided to use the building for a community gathering place where families could come up and purchase prime local produce while enjoying live music, food and participate in great programs.” There are art classes for children,
performances by local bands, Kids Come Alive performances and a variety of special events. “We offer space for fund raising events, special events, community garage sales, and pet adoption days,” Rodriguez explained. Coming events include The Peach Festival, Diva Day, Pet Adoption Day, International Market Day, Fall Festival, Holiday Festival and numerous fund raisers to benefit local charities. “We’re dedicated to giving back to our community and helping organizations that may have lost funding or need funding,” Rodriguez said. Community fun can be found at Rick’s Roadside Market Fridays through Sundays, March through December. Rick’s Roadside Market 5382 Gutermuth Road • Cottleville (636) 734-7420 3-7 p.m., Fri.; 8 a.m.-3 p.m., Sat.; 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Sun. www.ricksroadsidemarket.com
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James Fetsch, DMD, and his team of professionals at Deer Creek Dental are dedicated to providing expert dental care in a comfortable atmosphere so patients can relax and enjoy the lifelong benefits of good oral health. “My mission is fairly simple: to provide the most proficient, compassionate dental care possible in the most comfortable environment possible,” Dr. Fetsch said. “I also hope to educate my patients on the benefits of lifetime care and maintaining oral hygiene, providing them with the insight needed to enjoy a lifetime smile.” Deer Creek Dental offers comprehensive dental care to the entire family, including general, cosmetic, restorative and sedation dentistry. Services range from dental exams, teeth cleanings, root canal therapy and wisdom tooth extraction to crowns, Invisalign tooth alignment, whitening, dental implants and dentures. To ease the anxiety that some people experience when undergoing dental work, Deer Creek Dental
also offers IV sedation and sedation by oral medication. To remain current on dental technology and techniques, Dr. Fetsch has completed more than 1,000 hours of continuing education including courses in IV sedation, implant placement, restorations and orthodontics. “My patients’ wellbeing is of utmost importance to me, so they can expect my full, undivided attention every time they come in,” he said. “They deserve the best from me, so to ensure they receive that, I will take every opportunity available to further advance my dental knowledge and skills through continual education.” Deer Creek Dental 2941 Hwy. K • O’Fallon (636) 240-0115 Mon. 9:30am-7pm; Tues. 7am-4pm; Wed. 8am-6pm; Thur. 7am-3pm; Closed Friday and Saturday www.deercreekdental.com
Positive Paws Pet Training believes that strengthening the communication between your dog and family is essential in creating a healthy bond and achieving acceptable behaviors. Owner Kim Gracner, has educated owners and changed behaviors of over 2,000 dogs. Positive Paws opened in 2006, and offers in-home customized training programs tailored to achieve your goals and your dog’s needs. Kim believes that training in the dog’s environment is most effective for behavioral change. “Problematic behaviors typically occur within the home environment. Since dogs need leadership and proper structure, the family plays an important role in the training process,” Kim says. “It is essential for your dog to understand your expectations for successful training”. The programs at Positive Paws Pet Training are structured to teach all ages and breeds. Whether you’re just acquiring a new puppy, attempting to manage your strong-willed adolescent, or striving to maximize your adult
When you need in-home care, you do have a choice. “Algonquin Nurses Home Health Care was started with the goal of providing quality in-home care to loved ones,” CEO Steve Tamboli said. “A family-owned, local business, Algonquin Nurses has been serving the Greater St. Louis and surrounding areas since 1987 when our mother, Mary Tamboli, and I started Algonquin Nurses.” Twenty-five years later, Algonquin Nurses has grown into four divisions – Private Duty, Medicaid, Medicare and Consumer Directed Services – with four Missouri branches. “Our clients’ happiness is our No. 1 priority,” Private Duty Director Carolyn Hansel said. “Our goal is to keep a loved one in their home as long as possible by offering services that will do just that.” Algonquin Nurses makes sure your loved one is eating properly and encourages compliance with all medications. The care also provides the freedom to enjoy activities outside the home by providing transportation to church activities, doctor’s appointments, grocery and personal shopping and help
dog’s potential, Positive Paws can help. In addition to basic cues, everyday issues such as house training, jumping, digging, nipping, and excessive barking are addressed. Programs are offered for more challenging issues such as aggression, fear and anxiety. The method of training is as important as the cues which are taught. Positive Paws Pet Training practices positive techniques. Kim advocates that dogs learn more readily from rewarding methods. Kim is a Certified Canine Behavior Counselor, Certified Professional Dog Trainer, member of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers, Association of Companion Animal Behavior Counselors, and Better Business Bureau. She has two four-legged family members: Brandie, a Chocolate Labrador Retriever, and Baxter, a Golden Retriever. Positive Paws Pet Training (636) 352-3104 www.positivepawstraining.com
with the routines of maintaining a home. “If you are on Medicaid, we offer services to make your life a little easier, such as light housekeeping, running errands, assistance in bathing and grooming, companionship, medication reminders, meal prep and so much more,” Mark Tamboli said. Medicare Administrator Anne Keathley said Algonquin Nurses offers many services that are unique in the in-home care industry, such as Beyond Balance, where a physical therapist assists patients that are susceptible to falls; Health Light, for those who suffer from Diabetic Neuropathy; and Low Vision Rehabilitation Services, for those with glaucoma, macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy. If you want to stay in your home, but need some assistance, give Algonquin Nurses a call for a free consultation. Algonquin Nurses Home Health Care (314) 822-8158 Medicaid: (314) 822-2974 Medicare: (314) 822-3736 www.algonquinnurses.com
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Bu llet i n Boa rd Francis Howell Tax free weekend in August Teachers and students can take advantage of Missouri’s sales tax holiday for certain back-to-school purchases next month. The sales tax holiday will be in effect from Aug. 3 to Aug. 5. The sales tax exemption is limited to: clothing, with any article having a taxable value of $100 or less; school supplies, not to exceed $50 per purchase; computer software, taxable value of $350 or less; personal computers, not to exceed $3,500; and computer peripheral devices, not to exceed $3,500. In St. Charles County the cities that have chosen to participate in the Back to School Sales Tax Holiday include: St. Charles, Cottleville, O’Fallon, Lake Saint Louis and Wentzville. Back-to-school purchases at businesses in non-participating communities will still be exempt from state and county sales taxes, but city taxes will still apply.
Administrative intern The Francis Howell Board of Education recently approved Lisa Bohrmann as the new administrative intern at Independence Elementary. Bohrmann replaces Jana Schultz, who was recently named assistant principal at Independence. With a total of 10 years of teaching experience, Bohrmann came to the Francis Howell School District in 2004 as a thirdgrade teacher at Independence Elementary. Prior to coming to FHSD, she taught in the city of St. Charles School District and at a district in Carmel, Ind. In addition to her teaching experience, she has several years of experience as a summer school principal at the Summer Advantage Academies at Becky-David
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District can learn about magnetism while building boats, travel through time to create a new invention or develop a new adventure game. The program is led by educators and geared to providing students with hands on science fun and real world challenges. The Camp Invention program will be held from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on through July 27 at Dardenne Elementary School located at 2621 Hwy. K in O’Fallon. The cost to FZ students is $215 and $220 for students outside of the district. For more information or to register, call 800968-4332 or visit www.campinvention.org.
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The Francis Howell School District Parent Teacher organizations have donated classroom items valued at $114,798.56 for the 2011-12 school year. The donated items have been used to continually promote and provide assistance to quality educational programs at district schools. PTOs within the FHSD have donated 39 SmartBoards; SMART Response Systems, an interactive student and classroom response and assessment tool; Apple iPads and accessories; Apple computers; projectors; cameras; gift cards; and much more. FHSD PTOs provide assistance and educational support to district schools in various ways, such as hosting fundraisers, planning and coordinating social events and projects, volunteering in schools and encouraging parent involvement in schools. They are comprised of parent volunteers who are committed to ensuring students receive the best education possible.
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High ranking school Holt High School has been named one of the nation’s top high schools by U.S. News & World Report which released its fourth annual Best High School Rankings. Wentzville’s Emil E. Holt Sr. High received its first ever Bronze medal rating, and is one of only 124 Missouri High Schools to be named to the prestigious list. Nearly 22,000 high schools were reviewed for the rankings in 49 states and the District of Columbia. Locally, Holt was the only high school in St. Charles County to receive a medal rating. “This award should make all of us proud,” Holt Principal John Waters said in a message to his staff. “I am thankful for your work with our students as we receive this recognition. Our goals will continue to be increasing academic rigor, making sure the curriculum is relevant, and preparing students for success after high school.” To determine the Best High Schools national rankings, schools were first analyzed at the state level in terms of student performance on state assessments. In 2010, Holt had the highest percentage of students scoring “proficient” or “advanced” on the English II exam when compared to all other high schools in the state that had 150
or more students taking the test. The overall English II scores that year placed Holt first in the county and 17th in the state. Last year, Holt’s English I scores placed the school 16th, or in the top 4 percent of all high schools in Missouri. After the initial state analysis, high schools were then eligible to be ranked nationally as determined by student/teacher ratios and college readiness. U.S. News determines the degree to which schools prepare students for college-level work by analyzing student success in Advanced Placement (AP) courses. The Wentzville School District was recognized as an AP Achievement District in 2011-12 by the College Board for increasing the number of AP courses offered in high school while simultaneously improving student performance on the AP tests. The WSD is the only school district in Missouri to win the AP Achievement Award for the past two years.
Westgate christian academy Honored for education Westgate Christian Academy has been selected as the Best Private Elementary and Secondary School in St. Peters by the U.S. Commerce Association. “We know that Westgate provides an outstanding private Christian education for children,” said Randy Cathcart, Westgate board president. “This award by the U.S. Commerce Association is a tangible recognition of our school’s commitment to the highest level of academic preparation and achievement for children in our community.” The U.S. Commerce Association issues the award to outstanding local businesses and organizations throughout the country each year that exemplify success and also enhance the value of their local community. Nationally accredited and recognized for its low student-teacher ratio, Westgate Christian Academy provides exemplary non-denominational Christian education for students K through eighthgrade as well as early childhood.
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Angela Royal has been hired as the new director of Student Life and Leadership at Lindenwood University. Royal comes to Lindenwood from Southern Illinois University-Carbondale, where she had served as the director of new student programs since 2007. She holds an undergraduate degree in workforce education development with an emphasis in business education, as well as a master’s degree in higher education with an emphasis in college student personnel. In her new position at Lindenwood, Royal is responsible for facilitating and scheduling campus activities, coordinating student organizations, and managing student facilities such as the Evans Commons. She also plans to create additional campus activities, spotlight social hubs on campus, and increase involvement from both residential and commuter students. “Involvement is critical to student success,” Royal said. “I’m looking forward to working closely with students to coordinate co-curricular activities and organizations that will help them develop into tomorrow’s leaders, while also having a lot of fun.” Nicole Cornwell was also recently hired as an associate director of Student Life and Leadership. As associate director, Cornwell is responsible for assisting Royal in the management of student programs, overseeing the daily operations of the Evans Commons, and managing student organizations. She will also teach freshman orientation courses. “I’m ready to meet the students and talk with them about what they would like to see taking place on campus in terms of activities,” Cornwell said. “I would also love to explore increased involvement from Lindenwood’s evening and weekend students.” Prior to coming to Lindenwood, Cornwell served as the program director of student involvement at Westminster College in Fulton, Mo. She holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration and marketing with a minor in communications from Fontbonne University and a master’s degree in college student personnel administration from the University of Central Missouri.
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St. Charles Community College student Megan Tucker of St. Peters placed first in the Computer Applications competition at the Phi Beta Lambda National Leadership Conference held in San Antonio, Texas last month. This was the first time in SCC Phi Beta Lambda chapter’s history that a student member placed first in the national competition. A total of 1,800 Phi Beta Lambda members from across the world, including the United States, Puerto Rico and China, participated in competitions, networking and leadership activities at the conference. Tucker, who placed fourth in Computer Applications at the PBL State Leadership Conference back in March, won a $500 cash prize for taking first place in the same category. “This is a huge honor,” said Tucker. “I am proud to bring this title home to Missouri.” SCC students Tammy Slayden and Catherine Dera, both of O’Fallon, also competed at the National Conference in Desktop Publishing. Slayden and Dera qualified for nationals in March, where they earned second place in the same category. Phi Beta Lambda is an educational association of postsecondary student members preparing for careers in business. There are more than 11,000 active members in the United States. Missouri has more than 400 members in 22 chapters.
tage of the early check-in opportunities, regular dates are scheduled for all new freshman students on Aug. 22, and for all transfer and returning students Aug. 25 (N-Z) and Aug. 26 (A-M). The entire process will need to be completed inside the Hyland Arena before students can move in to their assigned university residences. For more information, contact the Assistant Vice President for Student Development Ryan Guffey, at rguffey@lindenwood.edu.
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By Jonathan Duncan Just six weeks remain until the Lindenwood University football Lions begin their initial foray into NCAA Division II competition on the gridiron. Lindenwood will open its first NCAA Division II season as a member of the MidAmerica Intercollegiate Athletic Association with a road game Saturday, Sept. 1, at Lincoln University against the Lincoln Blue Tigers. The Lions will return home a week later on Sept. 8 for its home opener as Southwest Baptist University will visit Harlen Hunter Stadium in a 6 p.m. contest. Then just six days later on at 7 p.m., Friday, Sept. 21, the Lions will play host to Glenville State of Glenville, W. Va. To close out the month of September, the Lions will host the University of NebraskaKearney at 1:30 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 29, in its first home day game of the season. October will have the Lions taking to the road for the first two weeks as Linden-
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When President/Owner Jeff Minnis is not programming, he is running Jeff Computers, the leading source for all computer solutions. “Since we are locally owned and operated, we offer faster and better quality service,” Minnis said. “We can fix almost any computer problem, and we also custom build desktop and laptop computers.” Jeff Computers is a worldwide solution for information technology needs, offering laptop and computer repair, both new and refurbished desk and laptops, Clear super fast 4G wireless Internet, Cricket Android phones and Cricket basic unlimited phones. Jeff Computers also recently released an easy backup program to help users keep their data safe. Jeff Computers’ innovative services also include the sale and installation of the brand new ultimate connection – Clear Internet – the first network built for today’s on-the-move lifestyle. It offers speeds four times faster than 3G and is available in virtually every corner of St. Louis. Clear is designed with the Internet in mind and goes places
Serving the entire bi-state area, Indoor Comfort Team is a locally owned and operated company that reduces home energy consumption and ensures that customers’ homes are cool in the summer and cozy in the winter. From heating and air-conditioning to electrical and water heater services and wholehome energy audits, Indoor Comfort Team has it covered. “We guarantee 100-percent customer satisfaction,” owner Adam Rahmanovich said. “Customers are our top priority. We want to create a longtime client relationship.” With more than 33 years in business, Indoor Comfort Team knows what is best for its clients. “Our purpose is to provide consumers with superior, professional service; high-quality, innovative products; and effective, energy-saving and comfort solutions for their home comfort needs,” Rahmanovich said. Employees are industry-trained and certified, drug-free, insured and bonded.
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Wi-Fi cannot. It delivers an Internet connection anywhere – at home or on the road. Minnis also is the creator of the popular StudyX, the easy and fun software program used by educators and students alike to help students focus and study for tests. Minnis’ computer knowledge and personalized computer services allows Jeff Computers to fix any problem with a laptop or desktop as well as acquire any new parts. “We are one of the few companies that can solve all of our customers’ needs, and our computer website service offers quick repairs online,” Minnis said. Jeff Computers’ trained and experienced technicians guarantee both quality and reliability for the highest quality of service around. Jeff Computers 14366 Manchester Road • Manchester (636) 256-7901 www.jeffcomputers.com
“We hire, train, motivate and reward our employees based on integrity, personal responsibility and commitment,” Rahmanovich said. “Indoor Comfort Team is a good place to work. Everyone wins. If our employees are happy, they’ll make our customers happy, too.” “Extras” include free estimates, manufacturers’ promotions, senior and military discounts, a first-year free maintenance program with any new installation and 24/7 emergency service. Customers are charged by the job, not by the hour. Indoor Comfort Team can design and install any type of heating, cooling or indoor air quality system to fit the customer’s home and budget. There are never high-pressure sales – simply comfort and energy-saving solutions, personal attention and high-quality service. Indoor Comfort Team (636) 787-7555 24/7 available service www.indoorcomfortteam.com
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If a loved one needs assistance with some daily activities to remain independent in his or her home, you can place your trust in Martha’s Hands. Martha’s Hands Home Health is on a mission to serve with compassion. Martha’s Hands provides quality, compassionate, private duty home health care. Assistance that Martha’s Hands can provide includes bathing, grooming, dressing, meal preparation/cleanup, medication setup and reminders, light housekeeping, laundry, errand running, mental stimulation, companionship and spiritual support. Eileen and John Hedrick founded Martha’s Hands more than 30 years ago. While a nursing student, Eileen was taught compassionate care by the Sisters of Mercy emphasizing total wellness. Because she wanted to maintain those high standards, Eileen founded Martha’s Hands. Since its founding in 1997, Martha’s Hands has become one of the most
Specializing in basement finishing, Richbuilt Basements has been serving homeowners in the St. Charles area and surrounding communities since its establishment in 1989. Before launching the business, Rich Kempa, owner and founder of Richbuilt Basements, worked for more than 15 years as a designer and draftsman at consulting engineering firms. Today, Kempa operates his business from a home-based office. Richbuilt Basements specializes in complete basement remodeling. Originally, Kempa handled projects from start to finish by himself, but over the years, his business has grown substantially. “Now, with multiple crews and the same employees for more than 10 years, we work as a team to complete projects in a timely manner,” Kempa said. “Our goal is simple: to achieve customer satisfaction.” To reach that goal, Kempa said, he
respected private duty agencies in the area. With it’s unique care model, Martha’s Hands has provided over two million hours of service. Martha’s Hands continues to strive for high standards and is actively involved with the National Private Duty Association and the Missouri Alliance for Home Care. Martha’s Hands also supports the local community through volunteering and supporting the Alzheimer’s Association, Memory Care Home Solutions and the Kirkwood/Des Peres Chamber of Commerce. So if you ever need guidance through the maze of elder care issues, place your trust in Martha’s Hands. Martha’s Hands Home Health 12813 Flushing Meadows Drive, Suite 250 Town & Country (314) 965-4350 www.marthashands.com
and his team make sure to keep the lines of communication open at all times, provide customers with straightforward answers to all of their questions, show respect for each customer’s home and property, emphasize cleanliness and deliver worry-free completion of every project. To date, Richbuilt Basements has completed more than 160 basements. “We know how to get the job done right the first time in a timely manor and at the right price,” Kempa said. “We take care of everything – from framing to electrical, from plumbing to ductwork, from floor to ceiling, from theaters to family rooms, from painting to pantries and everything in between.”
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Cell Phone Repair Today’s world is a digital world in which people manage their lives with smartphones, iPads, and assorted PDAs. These technologies simplify our lives and keep us connected like never before, but what happens when the devices on which we rely for everything from phone calls, text messaging and email to driving directions and entertainment fail to function properly? CPR®-Cell Phone Repair has devised a quick, affordable quality repair system. Unlike other repair companies that require consumers to mail broken devices to a distant location, CPR in St. Peters offers convenient, local drop-off service. “We provide on-the-spot repair, and in a lot of cases, we can have the device repaired the same day while you wait,” said owner Richard Myers. “The customer in most cases is only out of a phone for a few hours.” Knowledgeable CPR technicians can fully restore a variety of damaged devices.
More than ever, education is the key to a bright future. Sylvan Learning, a community resource for 30 years, is the leading supplemental education provider, offering remedial and enrichment programs to students from K-adult in reading, writing, math, algebra, study skills, writing, college prep and test prep. “I love helping families build a plan for success to help their children reach their fullest academic potential,” said Executive Director Tammy Noel, who has been with Sylvan for 20 years. “The proven educational process helps students of all ages and all levels of capability.” A qualified, caring staff is committed to each child’s success. Personalized tutoring plans are divided into onehour sessions delivered several times a week depending on the child’s needs. Customized programs are offered for every stage of a child’s academic journey. Sylvan offers convenient incenter, live online and in-home tutoring, depending on each family’s schedule. Sylvan now offers programs on iPads, which replace only materials – not Sylvan’s certified, motivating teachers.
“We provide repair for all types of gadgets, primarily focusing on cell phones, computers, navigation devices, iPods, iPads – anything electronic,” Myers said. “We also sell refurbished phones, so when a customer breaks their phone and are in the middle of their contract, they can buy a phone and not have to sign up for another two-year service provider contract.” CPR offers a six-month nationwide warranty on all repairs, so customers can go to any one of the 90 CPR locations nationwide if there is a problem. “Our goal is to provide outstanding customer service with a friendly, caring attitude that will help all customers in need,” Myers said. CPR®-Cell Phone Repair 1600 Mid Rivers Mall Drive, Space 2088 • St. Peters (636) 352-0767 10 a.m.-9 p.m., Mon.-Sat.; 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Sun. www.cpr-stpeters.com
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“Kids absolutely love working on the iPads to learn new skills,” Noel said. “Parents are amazed that their children are excited to go to tutoring, even in the summer.” Noel has established a relationship with the school districts in St. Charles County to deliver after-school tutoring. Parents love the accountability of proven results with Sylvan’s Ace It! Tutoring program. Excellence in education, a professional staff and proven results define Sylvan’s personalized approach to learning, which builds the skills, habits and attitudes children need to succeed in school and in life. Sylvan Learning 1125 Cave Springs Road • St. Peters (636) 441-2319 17541 Chesterfield Airport Road Chesterfield (636) 537-8118 9 a.m.-8:30 p.m., Mon.-Sat. www.sylvanlearning.com
The Yuppy Puppy Pet Spa provides very special services for furry, fourlegged family members. The full-service, luxury groomer and spa features 24/7-staffed boarding, an indoor play camp, pickup and delivery and in-home pet sitting for spoiled-rotten pooches and kitties. Offering a full range of “Spaw Packages” and boarding in Luxury Suites for pets who prefer privacy or in The Lounge for social animals, owners Deanna Seithel and Jessica Cooke have created a place where every pet will feel pampered. “We create a home-like environment for your pet,” Cooke said. “We do not charge extra for adapting to your pet’s schedule, and we only use the best product lines in the industry.” The business recently was voted No. 1 in the St. Louis Magazine A-List Readers’ Choice poll, in Fox 2 News’ top three for “best boarding,” and runner-up in the St. Louis Tails Readers’ Choice awards.
Family owned and operated since 1980, Anton’s Air Conditioning and Heating is a St. Louis-area leader in the HVAC industry. Anton’s provides expert heating and air conditioning service, repair and installation; conducts home energy audits; installs geothermal systems; and performs wholehome duct cleaning. One of the things that differentiates Anton’s from other companies is its proprietary technician training system. “Our technicians are professionally trained in a six-step process called ‘The Anton Service System,’ which ensures the same great service at a great price on each and every call,” said Craig Denton, Anton’s president. After performing a room-by-room evaluation of a home’s HVAC system, the technician provides the customer with up-front pricing before performing any work, so there are never unpleasant surprises at the end of a job. A member of the Comfort Institute – an international, indoor comfort research, training and consumer protection agency – Anton’s was the first company in the St. Louis area to
The knowledgeable, caring staff ensures a safe, clean, loving environment that reflects the comforts of home, and groomers and kennel staff maintain up-to-date education to keep up with the changes in the industry. Seithel and Cooke worked at other animal-related businesses and wanted to do it better and be able to help as many animals as they could. “We are honored that our customers continue to use us for all their pets’ needs,” Cooke said. “We love what we do. We continue to provide the best of every service and are looking forward to celebrating a successful 10 years.”
The Yuppy Puppy Pet Spa 3022 Winghaven Blvd. • O’Fallon (636) 625-0030 7 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., Mon.-Fri.; 8 a.m. to 5 p.m, Sat. Staffed 24/7 www.yuppypuppyspa.com
receive certification from the Building Performance Institute (BPI). Earning BPI certification requires professionals to demonstrate superior knowledge and skills in diagnosing critical performance factors that impact a home’s comfort, health, safety, durability and energy efficiency. Anton’s’ technicians can determine the cause of a home’s energy performance deficiencies and show the customer where they are. Most importantly, Anton’s provides world-class service to all of its customers, residential and commercial. The company maintains an “A+” rating with the Better Business Bureau, offers a lifetime guarantee on repairs for its USA Club members and a 100 percent guarantee on all new installations. Anton’s Air Conditioning and Heating 8826 New Hampshire Ave. • St. Louis (636) 442-1569 7 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Mon.-Fri. 4:30 p.m.-midnight emergency service www.antonshvac.com
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O’Fallon ‘traffic calming’ may mean a dip on your street By Mary Ann O’Toole Holley O’Fallon city officials are working to calm traffic in the city, which may equate to slowing down to watch out for that dip in the road. City Engineer Wade Montgomery talked with the City Council recently about the city’s ongoing traffic calming efforts. He said Presidents Landing, Thoreau Boulevard, and Elaine Drive “calming” methods are currently in progress. Montgomery cited several accidents on Ancestry Drive where vehicles hit a home or ended up in a resident’s front yard. He said the street was a popular short cut, and a traffic calming effort was initiated by neighbors along the street. The city installed three speed dips. Before traffic calming, there were 633 vehicles per day. Those were reduced by one-half, Montgomery said. Excessive speeds collected over a three-day period indicated more than 400 vehicles over 30 miles per hour were reduced to about 30. “If someone drives 45 to 50 down your road, that needs to be addressed,” Montgomery said. “At first, residents of Ancestry Drive thought they needed more, but a year later they called and said it was working.” The process heavily involves residents and the traffic calming methods are “self-
enforcing.” The purpose is to reduce speeds, accidents and provide a safer neighborhood for residents, Montgomery said. O’Fallon’s traffic calming policy was enacted in 2007 after a Citizen’s Taskforce devised a policy that would fit O’Fallon’s needs. The council approved it in 2008, and in 2009 it merged with Public Works. The process is initiated by a petition of 10 residents on the street or a side cul de sac with problems. It usually occurs when a deadend street is extended, Montgomery said. If it qualifies for traffic calming, it moves to education and enforcement with additional speed limit signs and a speed trailer on site to remind drivers of their speed. Police also provide radar checks and issue tickets. A second investigation is done to determine if speeding continues to be a problem. If residents are in favor of a traffic calming effort, it is explained at an open house meeting. Residents explain features they want or don’t want to see. Plans are then issued to residents for a final vote. The council must then approve it, and it is handed off to the Streets Department for construction. Montgomery said there have been no incidents where the city had to remove traffic calming construction.
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By Mary Ann O’Toole Holley The O’Fallon City Council has approved a conditional use permit to allow a group home operated by Emmaus Homes to establish in the city. Emmaus Homes is a non-profit organization that provides 24-hour support services for adults with developmental disabilities such as cerebral palsy, Down syndrome and autism. Dave Kramer, CEO of Emmaus Homes said three ladies with developmental disabilities will move into the 1,400-square-foot, three-bedroom home on Westridge Drive. “It is sometimes difficult for people without developmental disabilities to understand that these are truly single-family residences,” Kramer told the council. “This is not a commercial business or facility. It is their home. The services are similar to in-home healthcare agencies, and the home is legally defined as a single family residence.” Services are separate from the homeowner and the lease. “Emmaus provides services that may include helping with cleaning or cooking, helping with finances and healthy choices,” Kramer said. “It is a recurring myth is that
homes surrounding will lose property values. We must conform to the same standards as anyone else in the neighborhood. Our job is to help our people become valued members of the community.” Kramer said the group home is a single family residence with services that provide 24-hour supervision and care for the residents similar to those of visiting nurses. Emmaus also provides oversight on conditions in the home, Kramer said. “There should be no fear that this will become a five- to seven-person group home.” Mayor Bill Hennessy said the city’s codes allow such homes in residential areas and the only regulation local government can place is to maintain exterior appearance on the home. “Getting past the technical aspects, this is about three ladies and their children. They are happy to be part of the city, and we’re happy to support them to be part of the O’Fallon community.” City Attorney Stephanie Carr said the law allows for unrelated individuals with disabilities to reside in the same home. Residents must, however, comply with maximum occupancy limits based upon square footage designated in the city’s Building Code.
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O’Fallon officials say it’s MoDOT or mow By Mary Ann O’Toole Holley An O’Fallon ordinance requiring residents to mow right-of-way areas adjacent to their own residential lots remains in force until at least Jan. 1, 2013, despite pleas by frustrated residents who say mowing right-of-way areas are “unbearable, unfair and dangerous.” Frustrated residents spoke up at a June council meeting and the council agreed to reconsider the 2010 ordinance asking property owners to mow rights-of-way adjacent to their property. At that time, mailers were sent to 500 affected property owners and homeowner associations. In spring 2011, the city actively began enforcing the ordinance. City Administrator Keith Riesberg said much of the problem is that MoDOT is responsible for right-of-ways along state highways, but mows only rarely. O’Fallon rights-of-way owned by MoDOT include highways 79, DD, K, N, M and P. In the past, city employees mowed the areas, but because of a tight budget the City Council agreed that it was not the city’s responsibility to mow state-owned property or to be faced with the expense. Mayor Bill Hennessy said, “If it’s MoDOT’s right-of-way, they take care of it, plain and simple. “If the resident wants to mow that portion, it’s up to them,” Hennessy said. “If MoDOT
don’t cut it, and residents want it cut, they deserve it.” need to call MoDOT, not the city of O’Fallon. City Administrator Keith Riesberg MoDOT should take care of it, not us.” said he didn’t have an exact count on the The council considered three options amount of right-of-way space owned by to resolve the issue: Relying on MoDOT the city, but said if all rights-of-way in the to maintain their own right-of-ways; for city were put out for bid, there could be a O’Fallon to contract independently for significant cost above what is envisioned. mowing of the city areas; or to continue “If staff finds out the amount of ground to require property owners to maintain the is owned by the city, it will probably triple rights-of-way adjacent to their property, mowing costs,” Schwentker said. “The including areas beyond fencing. whole reason we were moving that way at Councilman Bob Howell pushed for the time was that the city landscaped the the city to take back the responsibility of road areas and trees were planted on Bryan mowing right-of-ways and to put the job and Mexico (roads).” out for bid to a private contractor. A vote The council also noted that each busiof 7-2 rejected the proposal, with Howell ness along Hwy. K must comply with the and Councilman Jeff Schwentker voting in ordinance. favor of contracting for mowing services. It was also noted that Hwy. K has also Howell said the issue has been discussed at become unsightly because each business great length, and although feasible is a term mows on a different day. that has been heard often, this ordinance was Riesberg said several residents along Hwy. to cut costs, trying to save some money for K have been given summons, and given a the city during tough times, he said. certain period of time to mow or the city “I would honestly like to let the residents mows and charges them for the service. call MoDOT 50 times a day,” Howell said. Councilman Rick Battelle said residents “But if it is owned by the city, let’s put it need to have a process to file a hardship. out for bid. There are a million grass-cutting “There may be some cases where we do outfits out there. I think we could get some want to help out,” he said. competitive bids. It needs to be maintained. Lucas said he voted against it because Enough is enough. We need to keep it nice before he makes a firm decision, he wants and looking nice for citizens. I feel that they to see information on the areas involved.
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‘A total adrenaline rush’ SCCA racing comes to Family Arena parking lot By Glen Sparks As the heat pounded down on the asphalt parking lot outside St. Charles Family Arena just before the 4th of July, Rick Ruth of O’Fallon sat in the driver’s seat of his cherry-red 1977 Ford Mustang 2, ready to move. His left hand gripped the black leather steering wheel; his right hand clutched the four-speed gear stick. Ruth looked at the starter who would give the signal to go. Ahead, a dozen or so sharp turns and 100 orange cones made the course a challenge for every driver competing in this Spots Car Club of America (SCCA) autocross event. Ruth hoped to cross the finish line in less than 60 seconds. “Go fast,” Ruth said to himself, “but stay under control.” Ruth races about a dozen times every year. He and other enthusiasts whip around — and occasionally spin out on — courses built to test both driver skill and car handling. Ruth, 64, started racing more than 40 years ago. “It’s just such a blast,” he said. “How can I describe it? It’s a total adrenaline rush. I think of it as sort of like downhill skiing.” Autocross is a type of solo car racing. The sport is popular coast to coast. (Go to www.stlsolo.org for more information about the St. Louis club.) Drivers compete
against the clock, one at a time. They navigate closed courses on large parking lots or unused airfields. In addition to the Family Arena, Gateway Motorsports Park in Madison, Ill., also hosts St. Louis-area events. The racing season starts in spring and ends in fall. The SCCA, the governing body for autocross and other types of racing, declares this mission on its Web site (www.scca. com): “to bring motorsports to the masses of American men and women.” Founded in 1944, the SCCA tells enthusiasts: “Don’t just sit in the grandstands or watch it (racing) on TV.” Racing lets car enthusiasts release their inner Mark Martin. John Powell heard about autocross from a friend. Intimidated at first, he quickly entered a race. “What I love is that you get to push your car to the limits in a safe environment,” said Powell, a Maryland Heights resident, who races in a 2005 Subaru WRX STI. Ruth puts it this way (and no offense to golf): “I’m a Type-A person. Racing is how I turn it off on the weekends. Golf wouldn’t work. I need something intense.” Visitors to the event will see some “grocery getters” at autocross events. You’ll also see plenty of sports cars. Mazda
John Powell says that autocross racing lets him push his car to the limits. He drives a 2005 Subaru WRX STI. (MRN Photo)
Miatas, BMW M3s, Honda S2000s and Mini Coopers do a great job of negotiating the tight courses. Participants can get as fancy as they want to get at autocross. Drivers compete in a myriad of classes, mostly separated by engine size and modifications. Some drivers use their non-modified cars that they drive to work. Others change the shocks, buy special tires, etc. Ruth’s car boasts special shocks, Indystyle tires, a gutted interior to save weight, a small fuel tank to further cut weight, an assortment of racing decals, and a 430-horsepower engine. The car looks every bit like a real race car. “Well, really that’s what it is,” Ruth said. Drivers compete for points and year-end awards. Serious racers go on to divisional and national races. A few even get sponsors to kick in some money for special tires and other gear. Organizers design a unique course for each event. Usually, the 80 to 150 drivers get five runs; only the fastest run counts. Knock over a cone, and it’s a 2-second penalty; or the difference between first place and the back of the pack. Drivers hit a top speed of 50 to 60 mph. So, no big deal, right? Wrong. What courses lack in long straight-aways, they make up
for in sharp turns. You’ll hear plenty of tires screeching and see lots of cars spinning out as they send cones flying. You won’t see too many accidents, though. Just about every driver admits that if you compete at autocross, you’ll end up a better driver, be it on I-70 or a lonely country road. “You learn how to react and to always look ahead for the next move,” Ruth said. “You can’t drive like this and talk on your cell phone.” Drivers invite co-workers and family to check out a race. Some even join the club. Sports cars zipping through a slalom course look pretty cool. Listening to the rumble of the engines and to squeal of the tires just adds to the rush. But convincing mom and dad does take some time, not surprisingly. “My dad thinks it’s pretty cool, actually,” Powell said. “At first, my mom was like, ‘is that something you should really be doing?’ Now, she understands that it’s pretty safe.” To race, you’ll need a valid driver’s license, a $35 event entry fee and a car that passes the mandatory pre-race safety inspection. Every driver also must wear an approved helmet and sign a liability waiver. After that, just enjoy the rush.
Racing is a family affair for the Ruths. Aimie drives the same car that her dad drives. (MRN Photo)
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Kasey McKee has been named vice president for college advancement at St. Charles Community College. She previously served as associate vice president for foundation McKee and alumni relations. McKee leads the college's development office, the SCC Foundation, a nonprofit organization that raises funds for scholarships and academic programs. She works collaboratively with its 30-member board of volunteer community leaders. Additional areas of responsibility include alumni relations, corporate gifts and faculty/staff giving. As vice president for college advancement, McKee will oversee long-range strategic planning for the college, ultimately working to connect the longrange plan to new levels of fundraising and development in support of the college plan. From 2008-10, she was the SCC Foundation’s annual giving manager, and from 2005-08 she worked for the St. Louis Children’s Hospital Foundation. She graduated summa cum laude from Lindenwood University with a bachelor’s degree and currently is pursuing a Master of Business Administration from Webster University. “Kasey McKee is a tremendous asset to St. Charles Community College and to the Foundation,” Ron Chesbrough, SCC president, said. “In my relatively short time at the college, I have been constantly impressed with Kasey's energy and vision. The respect for Kasey among community and business leaders is impressive, evidenced most recently by her recognition by the Athena Leadership Foundation. I look forward to Kasey’s continued work for the
college in this expanded role.” McKee is a board member for Enterprise Bank and Trust, a member of the St. Charles Noon Day Rotary and serves on both the Education Committee and Quality of Place Committee for the St. Charles County EDC/ Partners for Progress. She is the recipient of 2012 Athena Emerging Young Professionals Award presented by the Athena Leadership Foundation of St. Charles County and in 2010 she was presented the “Beyond the Best: Top 50 in Business Award” by “StreetScape Magazine,” which recognized St. Charles County executives, employees and board members.
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AWARDS & HONORS Bruce Aydt, senior vice president and general counsel at Prudential Alliance Realtors, has received the National Association of Realtors Distinguished Service Award. Aydt is Aydt only the second person in Missouri and the first in more than 25 years to earn the honor. The NAR Distinguished Service Award is presented annually to two realtors from across the country who have given exceptional longterm service to the NAR and have fulfilled leadership positions within the organization. Prudential Alliance Realtors has offices in St. Peters, St. Charles West, Chesterfield, Ladue/ Frontenac, Fenton, Festus and Washington.
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Fresh and fast make lunch and lunchtime at Balaban’s wine cellar & tapas bar. Fresh comes from the local products Balaban’s brings in – tomatoes, vegetables, grass-fed beef from the farms around Ste. Genevieve, pork products from Washington, Mo., pasta sourced locally and Balaban’s own house-made mozzarella. Fast derives from the culinary trained staff in the deli and kitchen. “We equal the lunch speed of locations where customers stand in line to order at a counter, and we top those locations in food quality,” Brian Underwood, coowner, said. Lunch goes easy on the budget. Priced at $8 to $12, popular entrees include the salmon salad, a 4-ounce wedge of grilled salmon atop a mix of fresh spinach, cherries, feta, red onion and toasted almonds in fig vinaigrette. For the $10 combo plate, customers choose any half sandwich (BLT, roasted vegetable panini, chicken salad, turkey
panini or Cuban) and a cup of soup or half a salad. Balaban’s’ full-size salads strain even the heartiest appetites. Arugula, tomato, onions and garlic aioli set off the Balaburger and its fries. The fish tacos lace pineapple slaw, seared tilapia and salsa verde in a grilled tortilla. Underwood’s inside secrets? “Come for lunch after a wine dinner,” he said. “You’ll either get special wine dinner dishes at lunch prices or coveted leftover ingredients in a lunch entrée. Our carry-out chicken salad at $8 a pound tops in taste and texture the acclaimed St. Louis brand priced at $11 a pound.”
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Dr. Timothy Schaible opened his St. Peter’s dental practice in 1988. Dr. Schaible graduated near the top of his class from Southern Illinois University’s School of Dental Medicine. In March, 2012, Dr. Jennifer Wheeler, a graduate of the University of Louisville School of Dentistry, joined Schaible Dental Group. Dr. Wheeler completed her general dentistry registry at St. John’s Mercy Medical Center in St. Louis. With the assistance of a knowledgeable and friendly staff, Dr. Schaible and Wheeler provide compassionate, fullservice dental care to adults and children of all ages. As a general dentistry practice, the primary focus at Schaible Dental Group is on the oral cavity, head, and neck. An emphasis is placed on education and prevention along with a team approach to provide excellent dental care. “Our business offers all phases of dentistry including filling, root canals, crowns, bridges, partials and dentures,
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Com mu n it y Event s FAMILY FUN Experience an “Old Time Picnic” from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sat., July 28, at Towne Park in Wentzville. Learn how to make homemade ice cream, compete in 19th century games, listen to the sounds of the Buckhannon Brothers old-time jamboree and delight in a traditional game of cakewalk. The 1830s homestead, formerly known as the “Pink Plantation,” will also be open for tours. Park guests are welcome to bring a blanket and picnic basket and enjoy an afternoon of free “old fashioned” entertainment at Towne Park. ••• Celebrate the 150th anniversary of the Civil War and learn about some of the things soldiers had to eat to stay alive from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sat., Aug. 25, at Towne Park in Wentzville. Historian and professor of history Layne Chartrand, will lead “Feeding the Civil War Soldier.” This program focuses on the food that fueled the armies of the North and South, with performances by several members of the 11th Mississippi, Company G, Lamar Rifles and Civil War Living Historians. For more information about the historical homestead at Towne Park, visit www.stccparks.org.
MEETINGS/SEMINARS The Lewis & Clark Pachyderm Club will host its third annual Republican Candidate Potluck Picnic from noon to 4 p.m. on Sun., July 22, at Civic Park in O’Fallon. RSVP by calling 561-8698 or email lcpachyderms@gmail.com.
DANCE CLINIC The Francis Howell Central Sensations Dance Team’s annual Fall Dance Clinic will be held from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Sat., Aug. 25, at Francis Howell Central High School. All kindergarten through eighthgrade girls are invited to participate. Participants will learn one routine to perform at a home varsity Spartan football game on Fri., Aug. 31. The cost is $30 per girl and includes a lunch and T-shirt. To register, contact Cindy Gruender at 795-6645.
LIBRARY ACTIVITIES “DIY: 3D Photography” will be held at 6:30 p.m. on Tues., July 24, at MiddendorfKredell Library; at 6:30 p.m. on Thurs., July 26, at the Kisker Road Library; and at 6:30 p.m. on Tues., July 31, at the Spencer Road Library. Teens and adults bring your digital camera or camera phone and learn to create your own 3-D images. Par-
ticipants will receive free 3-D conversion software and a set of 3-D glasses. The free class is presented by Karl Kindt who has created 3-D images throughout the United States and Europe. Registration is required as class size is limited to 50. For more information call 978-7926. ••• “Photography - Basics for Beginners” will be held at 7 p.m. on Tues., July 24, at the Corporate Parkway Library in Wentzville. Local photographer, Mary Ellen Riley, will share her experience and knowledge of basic portrait photography. This will include lighting, camera functions, how to make and process a good photo and best poses. This presentation is for adult beginners with a desire to take portraits of people. For more information, call 327-4010. ••• A Teen Advisory Board Lock In will be held from 6 p.m. to midnight on Fri., Aug. 10, at Spencer Road Library. Members of Teen Advisory Boards across the Library District are invited to participate. Enjoy pizza, games, movies and more. Contact your TAB leader for required permission slip and sign-up. Visit the St. Charles City-County Library District online www. youranswerplace.org to learn more about library programs, resources and initiatives.
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT Center Stage Theatre of St. Charles Community College presents “A Little Night Music” at 7:30 p.m. on July 24-26; at 8 p.m. on July 27-28; and at 2 p.m. on Sun., July 29, at the Donald D. Shook Fine Arts Building Theater at St. Charles Community College. General admission is $8, college students/ seniors are $6 and SCC students with ID are free. For more information, call 922-8050 or visit www.stchastickets.com. ••• “Ka-Pow! Comic Art & Storyboarding” will be on display from July 27 through Sept. 7, at the Foundry Art Centre, 520 North Center Drive in St. Charles. An opening reception will be held from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Fri., July 27. Original works influenced from traditional or contemporary comics executed in any media will be featured in this exhibition. The exhibit is free and open to the public. For more information, call 255-0270. ••• St. Charles County Youth Orchestra auditions will be held on Aug. 11 through Aug. 12 at Lindenwood University J. Scheidegger Center for the Arts, 2300 West Clay Street in St. Charles. All levels of string, wind, brass and percussion are invited to audition for the premier Youth Orchestra in St. Charles
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The 10th annual Alligator’s Creek Triathlon will be held from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Sun., Aug. 19. The course includes a 5K run through the city, an 18.6-mile bike ride, and a 300-yard serpentine swim at Alligator’s Creek Aquatic Center, 403 Civic Park Drive in O’Fallon. The cost to register through Sun., July 24, is $48 for individuals and $87 for teams. A $10 late fee will be added for registration from July 25 through Aug. 3. T-shirts are not guaranteed to late registrants and the competition is limited to 300 participants. Awards will be given to the top three winners overall and in age-group divisions. For Triathlon FAQs, course maps, a printable registration form and more information, visit www.ofallon. mo.us/ParksandRec or call 474-2732. ••• Saint Charles Riverfront Arts (SCRA) is hosting a free “Adult Artists Workshop” program series from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Wednesdays from July 25 through Aug. 29, at The Grand Opera House located at 311 North Main Street in Historic St. Charles. Students may choose from drawing or watercolor sessions led by students and Adjunct Professors from Lindenwood University School of Fine and Performing Arts. Registration is open to the first 40 adults who reside in St. Charles County. To register, visit www.saintcharlesriverfrontarts.com and click on the “Workshop” link. To learn more about this arts education opportunity for the adults in the St. Charles County community, contact SCRA Board President Lou Cariffe at 399-5345 or via email at lcariffe@sbcglobal.net.
The next Attic STL will take place from 8 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. on Fri., July 20, at Morning Star Church, 1600 Feise Road in Dardenne Prairie. The Attic is a worship experience by a group of people who want to join St. Louis ‘ local churches together in worship and community. Anyone over the age of 15 is welcome. For more information, visit www.theatticstl.com.
BIG KAHUNA CHALLENGE Community Living, Inc.’s Big Kahuna Bartender Challenge will kick off with a special VIP event from 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Thurs., July 26, at Side Pockets, 1439 Bass Pro Drive in St. Charles. For the 10th year in a row, volunteer bartenders from St. Charles County will go head-to-head in a battle to raise the most money for CLI and earn the coveted “Big Kahuna” title. Area residents are invited to cheer on their favorite teams at the event from 4:30 p.m. until 9:30 p.m. For $20, VIPs will receive a beverage, appetizers, reserved seating, the opportunity to mix and mingle with a local celebrity, and a raffle ticket to enter into a drawing for the chance to win a special prize. Following the VIP event, volunteer bartenders will work for one hour to raise the most money, with all proceeds, including tips and the $5 cover charge, benefiting CLI’s programs and services for people with disabilities in St. Charles County. The team that raises the most money will win the 2012 “Big
FAMILY ARENA EVENTS Summerland Tour 2012 will be held at 7 p.m. on Tues., Aug. 7, at the St. Charles Family Arena. The concert will include the bands Everclear, Sugar Ray, Gin Blossoms, Lit and Marcy Playground. Tickets are $41 to $61 and include parking. For tickets, call 896-4200 or visit www.familyarena.com. ••• Lamb of God and Dethklok will perform at 7 p.m. on Wed., Aug., 15, at the St. Charles Family Arena. Doors open at 6 p.m. Tickets are $39.50 and $49.50 and include parking. Joining the co-headliners will be special guest Gojira, the French metal band that will perform songs from its upcoming album release, “L’Enfant Sauvage.” For tickets, call 896-4200 or visit www.familyarena.com.
DAY TRIP Take a one-day vacation to the Delmar Loop from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Wed., Aug. 1. Travelers will meet at 9 a.m. in the main parking lot in Civic Park and return to O’Fallon at 5 p.m. the same day. O’Fallon’s “Louie after the Loop” trip includes a tour of the Moonrise Hotel, a glassblowing demonstration at the Third Degree Glass Factory, lunch at the nationally-famous Blueberry Hill restaurant and music club, and dessert at Gooey Louie. The cost of $79 for O’Fallon residents and $88 for non-residents includes transportation, tours and demonstrations, an escort, lunch and gratuities. To register, call 474-2732, or visit www.ofallon.mo.us/ParksandRec.
HEALTHY SEMINARS “No More Belly Fat” seminar will be held at 6 p.m. on Thurs., July 19, at Ultimate Fitness Plus for Women, 821 West Terra Lane in O’Fallon. The free seminar will offer tips and secrets to lose that midsection. Learn to flatten abs without crunches. To RSVP, call 272-8442. ••• “Seven Secrets To Losing Weight” will be held from noon to 1 p.m. on Fri., July 20, at Ultimate Fitness Plus for Women, 821 West Terra Lane in O’Fallon. The free lunch and learn will provide secrets to
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SENIOR EVENT Showcase on Seniors will be held from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. on the first Wednesday of each month at St. Peters City Centre, One St. Peters Centre Boulevard. Showcase on Seniors is a program for men and women, 60 years of age or older, that provides education and networking opportunities for men and women who want to stay involved and informed about issues impacting their quality of life. Monthly meetings focus on improving physical, intellectual, social, cultural and financial interests of seniors. The annual program membership fee is $5. To register, call 928-WELL.
DINNER AUCTION United Service’s luau-themed annual dinner auction will begin at 6 p.m. on Sat., Aug. 25, at the Columns Banquet Center, 711 Veteran’s Memorial Parkway in St. Charles. The event will include cocktails, a silent and oral auction, hula dancers, open bar, special guests and live Hawaiian music. The cost is $100 per person and will benefit United Services. To register, call Jeanne at 926-2700 or visit www.unitedsrvcs.org.
SUPPORT GROUPS Senior Helpers will sponsor an educational event for caregivers of parents, spouses or friends from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Thurs., July 19, at Morning Star Church-The Gallery, 1600 Feise Road in Dardenne Prairie. Experts and professionals in the field of aging and dementia care will introduce caregivers to a variety of caregiving topics to assist them in their caregiving role. This event is open to the public, and the cost is $5, which includes informational workbook. Space is limited and pre-registration is required. For more information or to register call 561-5680 or visit www.mscwired.org/caregivers. ••• Tobacco Free For Life Support Group will be held at 7 p.m. on Mondays in July at St. Peters City Hall located at One St. Peters Centre Boulevard. This support group is designed for those who want to quit and need more information, as well as those who have successfully quit but need a little more reassurance and support. For more information, contact Ellen Brennan, RN, BSN, at 947-5304.
GOLF TOURNAMENTS J. Roberston Custom Homes is hosting its third annual Golf Scramble to benefit African children on Thurs., Sept. 6, at Whitmoor Country Club in St. Charles. Proceeds from the tournament will be used to support mis-
sions in Malawi, Africa, serving orphans, vulnerable children and their caregivers. Teams of four are invited to enjoy 18-holes of golf, lunch, dinner, appetizers, beverages and a certificate for a free round of golf at Whitmoor Country Club. The cost for golfers is $150 per person or $600 for a team of four. Guests may join golfers for dinner at the clubhouse for an additional $35 per person. For registration information, contact Troy Robertson at 314-249-8240 or troberts@cbgundaker.com. ••• The 13th annual United Methodist Church at Wentzville Golf Open will begin at noon on Sat., Sept. 22, at the Golf Club of Wentzville. The four-person scramble will include hole-in-one prizes, skins game and putting contest. A silent auction will include sports memorabilia. The cost is $75 per person or $300 per team. For more information, contact Kermit Sandorf at 561-4211.
FAMILY FUN The Missouri Valley Federal Credit Union will host its annual Summer Fun Day from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m., Sat., July 28, at Missouri Valley Federal Credit Union, 7900 Mexico Rd. in St. Peters. The event is Missouri Valley’s way of saying thank you to the community as well as celebrating its grand reopening. The event will include a big bounce house, face painting, cool cars, great food, and giveaways. The giveaways include, but are not limited to, combination cooler bag/grill sets and a $100 gas card. Enterprise Car Sales will be baking Otis Spunkmeyer chocolate chip cookies on the spot. The YMCA will help everyone stay cool with fun water activities. For more information, call 978-8800 or visit www.MOVFCU.org. ••• Friday Night Films will feature “Camp Nowhere” on the big outdoor screen from 8:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Fri., July 27 at the Rotary Amphitheatre in Cottleville. For more information, call 498-6565. ••• Music and a Movie in the Park will start at 6 p.m. on Sat., July 28 at Dardenne Prairie City Park located at 2032 Hanley Road. The event will feature music by Rickie Lee Tanner Country Band. “The Adventures of Tin-Tin” will begin at dusk. For more information, call 755-5308.
HOME EFFICIENCY WORKSHOP A Home Energy Efficiency Workshop will be held from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Tues., July 24, at St. Peters City Hall. A workshop that will provide information about keeping your home cooler and more energy efficient this summer. Call 970-1456.
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