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Is Democracy Viable? Those who see hope in the Middle East uprisings seem to assume that they will lead in the direction of freedom or democracy. There is already talk about the "liberation" of Egypt, even though the biggest change there has been that a one-man dictatorship has been replaced by a military dictatorship that has suspended the constitution. Perhaps the military dictatorship will be temporary, as its leaders say, but we have heard that song before. What we have also heard, too many times before, is the assumption that getting rid of an undemocratic government means that it will be replaced by a freer and better government. History says otherwise. After Russia's czars were replaced by the Communists, the government executed more people in a day than the czars had executed in half a century. It was much the same story in Cuba, when the Batista regime was replaced by Castro and in Iran when the Shah was replaced by the Ayatollahs. It is not inevitable that bad regimes are replaced by worse regimes. But it has happened too often for us to blithely assume that overthrowing a dictator means a movement toward freedom and democracy. The fact that Egyptians or others in the Middle East and elsewhere want freedom does not mean that they are ready for freedom. Everyone wants freedom for himself. Even the Nazis wanted to be free to be Nazis. They just didn't want anybody else to be free. There is very little sign of tolerance in the Middle East, even among fellow Muslims with different political or religious views, and all too many signs of gross intolerance toward people who are not Muslims. Freedom and democracy cannot be simply conferred on anyone. Both have preconditions, and even nations that are free and democratic today took centuries to get there. If there was ever a time when people in Western democracies might be excused for thinking that Western institutions could simply be exported to other nations to create new free democracies, that time has long passed. It is easy to export the outward symbols of democracy – constitutions, elections, parliaments and the like – but you cannot export the centuries of experience and development that made those institutions work. All too often, exported democratic

institutions have meant "one man, one vote – one time." We should not assume that our own freedom and democratic form of government can be taken for granted. Those who created this country did not. As the Constitution of the United States was being written, a lady asked Benjamin Franklin what he and the other writers were creating. He replied, "A republic, madam – if you can keep it." Generations later, Abraham Lincoln also posed it as a question whether "government of the people, by the people and for the people" is one that "can long endure." Just as there are nations who have not yet developed the preconditions for freedom and democracy, so there are some people within a nation who have not. The advance toward universal suffrage took place slowly and in stages. Too many people, looking back today, see that as just being biased against some people. But putting the fate of a nation in the hands of the illiterate masses of the past, many with no conception of the complexities of government, might have meant risking the same fate of "one man, one vote – one time." Today, we take universal literacy for granted. But literacy has not been universal, across all segments of the American population during all of the 20th century. Illiteracy was the norm in Albania as recently as the 1920s and in India in the second half of the 20th century. Bare literacy is just one of the things needed to make democracy viable. Without a sense of responsible citizenship, voters can elect leaders who are not merely incompetent or corrupt, but even leaders with contempt for the Constitutional limitations on government power that preserve the people's freedom. We already have such a leader in the White House – and a succession of such leaders may demonstrate that the viability of freedom and democracy can by no means be taken for granted here.

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letters to the editor Double entendre? To the Editor: In case you didn’t hear it yourself, I want to tell you about something very curious I heard on KMOX Radio at about 8:30 a.m. on Feb. 8. I listened again on Feb. 10, and sure enough, at 8:39 a.m., I heard the same thing. Here is a paraphrase of what turned out, to my surprise, to be a political ad: A woman began talking about the fact that today in Washington there is a real lack of transparency and accountability. This along with partisan gridlock is standing in the way of getting important bills passed. Too often the Representatives we send to Washington become very different people once they get there and seem to forget who sent them there. Too often they vote on issues in a completely different way than they said they would. She went on to say that this growing lack of transparency in Washington is hurting everyone – because “elected officials working in secret prevents the public from holding them accountable.” The hard-working middle-class American people deserve more … At the end of a few minutes of this almost Tea Party-like ranting, the woman said that’s why we need more people like Claire McCaskill. If I didn’t know better, I would have thought that Claire had become a conservative. But then I realized that since Claire will be coming up for reelection in 2012, she is following President Obama’s lead in trying to appeal more to the center, especially after the disastrous mid-term elections. So, she like the president is working very hard to remake her image (at least in words). At the end of the ad, I just happened to catch the quick words (like the fine print at the bottom of a contract) saying that the ad was paid for by the Communication Workers of America. I looked them up on their website and found some very interesting facts. The executive board of this union is calling for the elimination of the executive vice president position by July so they can use the money where it is most needed in these “critical times.” In reading further, they talked about their need to reform the rules of the Senate. The reason for this, as pointed out in their own words, was that with the way it stands now, they have been unable to get many of their “family-friendly bills” like the Employee Free Choice Act (you know, where there is no secret ballot) even up for a vote. However, on the positive side (my words), they were (my emphasis) able to get a waiver from Obamacare. Though words can be misleading I think

we can understand four things. First, Sen. Claire McCaskill wants her fellow congressmen and women to defy their constituents’ wishes in the open, like she did, rather than in secret. (Remember she voted for Obamacare even though a majority of Missourians, including myself, contacted her office several times in opposition to it.) Next, the executive board of the Communication Workers of America, a selfproclaimed union for the information age, has deemed it a priority in these critical times to use their members’ dues for political action ads, rather than internal salaries, in order to get more useful persons like Claire McCaskill reelected. Third, we are probably going to hear a lot more ads like this in the months ahead. Fourth, the liberal Democrat Sen. Claire McCaskill’s campaign for reelection has begun. Yes, Sen. McCaskill can follow President Obama and adopt conservative lingo. Yes, she may even influence some gullible and unsuspecting listeners. But, Senator, beware! The conservative word sleuths are out there doing their homework. It might sound kind of old school, but most of us were taught that actions speak louder than words. Tricia Reichardt Wildwood

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To the Editor: In response to the (Feb. 2 letter to the editor regarding) Crestview’s race-specific school assignment, if this isn’t a racist assignment, what is? It doesn’t take a Ph.D. to see the difference between learning about specific scientists and their specific contributions to science vs. what this teacher is assigning, where there is no specific scientist and no specific lesson being taught. The only specifics are the students have to write about a black person to honor Black History Month. You cannot force people to celebrate and learn about another’s race just for the reason of honoring that race, just as you cannot force others to celebrate and learn about someone else’s religion to honor that specific religion. (Should a Jewish teacher be allowed to teach their students about Judaism? What about a Muslim teacher asking students to honor Black History Month by celebrating the Islamic religion?) What this teacher should do is teach about a specific person(s), as done with Einstein, Edison and Franklin, whose contributions have something to do with what is being taught in class. If this person happens to be

black, great. This can be done all year long, not just in February. This teacher may be qualified, but it sounds as if he’s allowing his personal agenda to get in the way of his teaching. Jessy Buckhanan West County

our children to attend. I was very nervous before my children started middle school, as that is such a difficult time for most adolescents. However, I have nothing but wonderful experiences to look back on. Enthusiastic and dedicated teachers, caring counseling staff and a very proactive and supportive administration have made this an incredible home away from home for To the Editor: my children. I fully support this school, I am writing in response to a letter to and I believe the public as a whole should the editor regarding a parent’s obvious dis- as well. In this day of extreme budget cutpleasure and clear misinformation regard- ting, we need positive messages and offers ing a highly regarded teacher at Crestview of help – not disparaging, angry falsehoods Middle School in the Rockwood School that only tear at the morale of a dedicated District. This parent wrote (a letter) that staff giving their all. was replete with many falsehoods that I do Sara Zigman not want the public taking for fact. Chesterfield First, the teacher in question is an incredibly dedicated individual who has been ‘Free’ all-day kindergarten teaching science at this school for over 25 To the Editor: years. Many teachers doing the same thing As the details start to come out, it looks for that much time might be “phoning it in,” like the “free” all-day kindergarten starting but not this man. He cares as much for his next year in the Parkway School District current class as he most likely did for his is only going to cost the taxpayers about first. I had three children taught by him; he $3 million a year. The district says it will demands respect, attention, and will not get the money from cutting in other areas. settle for less than the best out of every one If they can cut this amount of money from of his students. He wants to make sure they current resources, why did they need to come out of his class more informed and increase the tax rate recently? This increase mature than they came in. was done without a vote of the taxpayers. My daughters learned not only a great Why can’t they give taxpayers a break deal about science but about study skills on their tax rate with these savings instead for all subjects. The idea that he is assign- of finding other ways to spend the money ing a racist paper by asking all students to on projects to continue to build their little write a paper only about an African-Amer- kingdom? ican scientist is completely out of context. Claude Kurtz Every year he asks the students to find and Manchester study a scientist that added a great deal to our scientific community who happens to be African-American, during Black His- Manchester ‘antics’ tory Month. What is possibly wrong with To the Editor: highlighting these achievements? That is The antics, comments, accusations, etc., the only discussion and assignment regard- at the recent city of Manchester general ing race during the entire year. meetings have done one thing. They make Furthermore, this angry parent claims our city look like a Mayberry RFD wanthat Rockwood does not acknowledge Vet- nabe. erans Day, which is also patently false. On Our residents should remember, elecVeterans Day, the school held a 2.5-hour tions not only place individuals in office, assembly honoring veterans, with local they also remove individuals from office. veterans in attendance speaking about their Think twice when voting this April. Do we service. As one of my daughters helped want to remain the laughing stock of West prepare ribbons for the ceremony, I know St. Louis County? firsthand the great lengths the school took Let’s get back to news articles that presto celebrate this important holiday. The ent us the way we are – a great place to kids came home more educated and appre- live. I am really sick and tired of individuciative of our nation’s veterans than they als whose only aim is to “make a name” for ever had before. themselves and try to convince us they are I care deeply about Crestview and do working for the good of our city. not want it disparaged by misinformation. We as a community are extremely lucky to Dave Tognoni have such a wonderful public school for Manchester

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why westboro won The United States Supreme Court ruled in the past week that the Westboro Baptist Church was protected from tort liability for their frequent protests at military funerals. It ruled that Westboro was legally free to hold up signs reading “Thank God for Dead Soldiers,” “America is Doomed” and “You’re Going to Hell” at funerals for American heroes. The court ruled that Westboro has a right to free speech, no matter how hurtful. That was the Supreme Court’s ruling, but that is not when Westboro won. Westboro really won when countless media outlets, including this one, decided that any action from this pathetic excuse for a “church” was newsworthy. They won when the media helped spread their message by giving A-section photo spreads to their bigoted displays. Westboro wins whenever a fallen soldier’s family can look out and see the shameless people beyond the crowds of admirers and protectors. The Supreme Court ruling was correct. Westboro Baptist Church can hide behind the freedoms that our brave soldiers have died to protect. The best that we can do, our duty, is to ensure that wherever these

pitiful people go, they are outnumbered 100 to one by admirers and appreciative masses. Westboro Baptist Church has the freedom of speech, and so do we. Our mission is to drown out their hateful, hurtful, yet protected messages with cries of love, cries of true grief and cries of our deepest admiration for our fallen heroes. The Sentinels Creed is inscribed on a plaque by the guard’s quarters at Arlington National Cemetery. We have chosen to reprint it below. We share the duty that those guards have to protect the legacy and honor of fallen soldiers. In doing this, we ensure that Westboro Baptist Church will never win again.

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WILDWOOD Historic school The Wildwood City Council at its Feb. 28 meeting approved a request to place the Old Pond School building and property onto the city’s historic registry.

The city had amassed a small collection of artifacts and was seeking a central location for storing them. The Old Pond School property currently consists of a community meeting facility, a small museum and an active park area owned by the city of Wildwood. “The purpose of the request is to make the community aware of the historic asset that has already been meticulously restored for preservation purposes and ensure it is protected and maintained for years to come,” the Wildwood Historic Preservation Commission’s report said. The city previously expended a significant amount of resources in restoring the one-room school to its original condition, and the Commission determined the property complied with the minimum level to be accepted. The Commission’s support is based upon a three-fold approach to its review, which includes the role of the building in the community and region, the restoration effort undertaken and completed in 2006, and the singularly important architecture and materials used in its construction.

Dirt at City Hall The Wildwood City Council on Feb. 28 authorized an agreement with Cochran Engineering to perform soil-testing services for the new City Hall project at a cost of $6,450. A component of the overall site design includes the placement of 29 rain gardens in strategic locations around the site to provide natural treatment of storm water run-off, as required by the Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District (MSD).

ST. LOUIS COUNTY Warning siren alert St. Louis County is in the process of transitioning to a new outdoor warning siren system and has installed 88 new sirens, but according to St. Louis County Police, until the entire new system has been installed and tested, the new sirens will be nonoperational and the old siren system will be used. Police said they expected the new system to be fully operational by August 2011 and in the meantime would be working hard to keep the current sirens operational. However, as severe weather season approaches, residents should make sure they have fresh batteries in their weather alert radios and monitors and use diligence in being observant of potential severe weather. Weather alert radios or monitors can be purchased for less than $20, are easy to operate, accurate, and can be set in silent mode and activated when necessary, police said.

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In Chesterfield, the race for mayor is definitely on By BRIAN MCDOWELL After John Nations resigned his longtime Chesterfield mayoral post to take the head job at Metro and Acting-Mayor Barry Flachsbart made the decision not to run for election, the race to head West County’s largest city was wide open. There are four declared candidates in the April 5 election. Bruce Geiger, who for the last 10 years has served on the Chesterfield City Council, spent 32 years working for Monsanto. Since retiring, he has devoted his time to serving the city of Chesterfield. “I’ve become a leader in dealing with these economic doldrums,” Geiger said. “I have financial expertise that I’ve demonstrated both working for the city and in business. I’ve also been a consensus builder, getting people to work together to create partnerships and create an atmosphere to get things done. I also understand the residents of Chesterfield. I listen to them, and I work for what they want.” When asked why Chesterfield had to eliminate some city jobs last year, including some police officers, Geiger said, “Eight positions were eliminated. Two of those positions were vacant. So, there were three officers, a lieutenant, a captain and a staff member laid off. There was pressure on our sales tax revenues. This economy

Four candidates vie for top job in West County’s largest city, current mayor not amongst them has slowed down, and economic development isn’t what we expected it to be.” Geiger said according to a state formula, a city should have 1.7 police officer officers per 1,000 people, and Chesterfield always has used that formula. “Well, in the new census, we expected our population to grow to over 50,000, but it didn’t,” Geiger said. “It stayed flat. So, that did not necessitate staffing the way that we were. What we’ve done with those staff reductions, our budget now reflects a small surplus. We dipped into fund reserves in 2010, but now we’re ready to tackle the real problems in our city.” Geiger said Chesterfield’s current city council always approached things in a calm and rational manner. “We are respectful of each other and work together to get things done,” Geiger said. Dan Hurt, who also is running for mayor, spent 20 years on the Chesterfield City Council. He served as its president pro-tem and as chairman of the Planning & Zoning Commission. Hurt was involved with the Chesterfield Valley’s flood recovery and

the creation of the fund reserves that led to Chesterfield’s AAA bond rating. Hurt resigned from the council last year, when his son was getting involved with his business. “I had to train him and some other people, and I felt couldn’t devote the time required to serve my constituents,” Hurt said. “Now, my son has taken a management position and I do feel like I have what it takes to lead this city forward.” Hurt said he was the best candidate because he has had far more government experience that anyone in the race and because he has maintained closer ties to the community. “I have made a lifetime commitment to the city,” Hurt said. “I’ve been an Eagle Scout and a Scout leader. I’ve coached soccer and roller hockey and been a YMCA instructor. I love my community. Both of my kids are born and raised here. I am comfortable with the people that live here. I’ve been a private and independent businessman, which taught me to balance needs and costs.”

Ellisville approves TIF for Walmart development By TED DIXON JR The Ellisville City Council at its March 2 meeting approved an ordinance establishing a tax increment financing commission. Tax increment financing (TIF) is a financing tool that authorizes municipalities to undertake projects in blighted, conservation or economic development areas. The funds may be used for many community improvement projects. “This is an enabling ordinance,” Ellisville Mayor Matt Pirrello said. “It allows us to form a TIF commission. All this had to do with moving this development forward.” The development to which Pirrello was referring is the one involving the development of a Walmart Supercenter at the corner of Manchester and Clarkson roads. After the city council meeting, Pirrello said the city had yet to receive any word from the potential developer of the project, The Sansone Group, regarding its plans to

Hurt said he anticipated the city’s revenues would be stressed for another year but that the fund reserves he helped to create would act as a buffer. “If I’m the mayor, I have no intention of reducing the city’s services,” Hurt said. Hurt predicted Chesterfield’s biggest challenges over the next couple of years would be providing quality service without taking further money from residents and keeping fund reserves at their current levels in case of emergency. When asked about last year’s layoffs, Hurt said, “I would like to get police services back to their previous levels, but I’m not going to ask the citizens for more money to do that.” Mayoral candidate Joseph Gambino said he was inspired to run when he had an issue with the city and his calls to thenMayor Nations were not returned. He said he always ended up on the phone with city department heads instead. “The mayor’s job is to represent the people,” Gambino said. “If a constituent calls or sends a letter, he should respond.” Gambino said his experience working in large and small corporations taught him the importance of reporting back to people as See MAYOR RACE, page 14

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develop the site. As of March 3, no site development plan had been presented to the city. Jim Sansone, one of the principals of The Sansone Group, did not return phone calls regarding the issue. The TIF commission must consist of 12 members, six of whom St. Louis County Executive Charlie Dooley would appoint. Three members must be appointed by the cities, towns or villages in St. Louis County that have TIF districts, and two

would be appointed by the school boards whose districts are included in the county. The remaining member must be appointed by all other districts levying taxes in the proposed redevelopment area. Once the commission is formed, it would be required to hold public hearings required by the TIF Act on any proposed redevelopment plan or project. The hearings are to take place no later than 75 days from receipt of the development plan.

Despite recent heated debate regarding the 2011 St. Louis Home Fires BBQ Bash, the event is set to return to Wildwood in September. Frank Schmer, BBQ Bash founder and event coordinator, said he has made an official commitment to Wildwood and wants to thank all the businesses that have stepped up in support of the event. “I want the event to be in Wildwood for the local businesses,” Schmer said. “I feel a debt of gratitude for them but also proud to have them as supporters for the event, and I hope we can continue to make them proud. “At this point, I just want to work in cooperation with the city of Wildwood to make it an even better event. I think people have a greater understanding of how the BBQ Bash works and the benefit it brings to the city.” City councilmembers had previously allocated a budget of $25,000 for the Bash.

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By BRIAN MCDOWELL Members of the Manchester Planning & Zoning Commission at their Feb. 28 meeting had a chance to see early plans for the proposed changes to Manchester Road under the Great Streets Initiative. The proposed 30-year, $50 million initiative aims to create new town centers, attract boutique-type shops and new restaurants, and improve traffic flow on the crowded West County thoroughfare. According to Manchester Planning & Zoning Director Franz Kraintz, the plan would also feature safe entrances to subdivisions, more attractive streets and a better environment for pedestrians. In order for the plan to become reality, five West County cities – Manchester, Winchester, Ballwin, Ellisville, and Wildwood – must agree to and sign an official memorandum of understanding expressing willingness to be a part of the effort. Ballwin, Wildwood and Ellisville already have signed, but Manchester and Winchester have not. In presenting the plan to the Manchester Planning & Zoning Commission, Kraintz emphasized that the current plans were unspecific and open to amendment. “The central tenets of the plan are ideals to aspire to,” Kraintz said. However, the unspecific nature of the plan and the wording of the memorandum of understanding gave commission members and some city officials reservations about recommending that the Manchester Board of Aldermen sign it. Manchester City Administrator Ed Blattner said the memorandum was a “binding document.” Commission member Jason Truesdell suggested that City Attorney Patrick Gunn look at the memorandum before the commission recommended signing it. “We need him to explain in plain English exactly what it is we’re agreeing to,” Truesdell said. A couple of commissioners wondered aloud whether language in the memo-

randum could potentially lead to cities squabbling and suing each other. They expressed worry also about whether or not adoption of the plan would affect Manchester’s ability to make its own laws and enforce its own codes. Manchester Mayor Dave Willson, a Great Streets Initiative proponent, said he would invite representatives from EastWest Gateway who drafted the original plan to discuss those concerns with the commission. It was decided also that prior to the next Planning & Zoning Commission meeting, Gunn would read and offer his interpretation of the memorandum of understanding. When Winchester Mayor Gail Winham was asked whether her city would be signing the initiative, she said, “Winchester is a smaller city, and is funded as part of the pool, so we don’t fund our city through point of sale.” Some of the other cities considering the Great Streets Initiative depend on taxes collected from retail sales for city revenue. Winham said unlike other cities, Winchester’s Planning and Zoning Committee meets only once every five years or so, because, with the exception of one lot, all of the city’s commercial space is full, operational and in compliance with city codes. “Being a small city, we have concerns,” Winham said. “We don’t have the revenues coming in all the time like (some other cities) do. We have to be more cautious to what we commit to.” Winham said Winchester’s city attorney had been consulted on the memorandum of understanding and had asked city officials to look at it more closely. She expressed support for the ultimate goal of improving Manchester Road and making it a more pleasant place to drive and shop. “We’re just trying to be cautious before jumping in,” Winham said. “We have to be more cautious than these point-of-sale cities with the big shopping districts.”

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ogy by making more buildings run on solar energy and that he would eventually make Chesterfield independent from foreign oil. Regarding the police layoffs, Gambino said, “I don’t think it was the right move to make. The city’s staff, the mayor and city council should have been willing to take a pay cut. That’s what I’ve had to do in my business.” A fourth candidate for mayor, Richard H. (Dick) Riley, did not return West Newsmagazine’s calls.

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Public encourages Ballwin officials to explore diversity By BETSY ZATKULAK Two weeks after appointing David Porta as Ballwin’s interim prosecuting attorney, the Ballwin Board of Aldermen heard from representatives of minority communities and minority bar associations regarding diversity in key city leadership positions.

the oldest black bar association West of the Mississippi – also encouraged city officials to continue their commitment to diversity. “St. Louis is rich with a large variety of legal practitioners of color … and most of us are represented in our official capacities tonight,” Thompson said. Thompson said diversity is an essential business practice and said the city’s judicial system should reflect diversity and the face of Ballwin. “A lot of times people say they cannot

find qualified candidates of color, and to that end, I submit my resume as a qualified candidate for the position,” Thompson said. Ballwin resident Lynn Goetz said that if after determining the best-qualified candidate, city officials failed to hire that candidate because he was not a person of color, they would be violating their oath to uphold the Constitution. “But more importantly, if you do not hire a very qualified candidate because he is not

white, you have ill-served this community,” Goetz said. Walt Young, former mayor of Ballwin, said, “We had 64 candidates for the municipal judge position and he (Robinson) wanted to go through every one of them. And our board was wise enough to limit that to a certain number, and we really did an awesome job of going through case by case. We did not consider whether they were green, white or purple, or what they were. We look at them as a candidate.”

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“When I first became an alderman in 1999, all of the aldermen and the mayor were white,” Ballwin resident James Robinson, a Japanese-American attorney and member of the Missouri Asian American Bar Association, said at the Feb. 28 board of aldermen meeting. “The city attorney was white; the city administrator was white; all of the department heads were white. I was the only one of color in a leadership position in Ballwin.” Robinson said he recalled when Ballwin had an opening for a judge and made a commitment to support diversity. “When we made that commitment – when we hired the municipal judge, we made a commitment to be pro-active,” Robinson said. “We contacted the minority community. We contacted the minority bar associations. We came up with a specific plan to review our hiring policies to make sure that they were not racist by practice.” Robinson told the board that there was “no diversity in (Ballwin’s) key positions.” He said he and members of minority communities and minority bar associations attending the meeting were there to ask Ballwin in considering its new prosecuting attorney to renew its commitment to diversity and to renew its commitment to be proactive in the hiring process by contacting the minority community and minority bar associations. Mavis Thompson, immediate past president of the National Bar Association – the oldest and largest national association of black lawyers and judges – and past president of the Mound City Bar Association –

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recently and noticed damage to the brush, most likely caused by deer. He quickly sent and e-mail to Creve Coeur Mayor Harold Dielmann and to Nealey and said he was impressed with their rapid response. Evans said a neighbor of his was afraid to let her child ride a bicycle because she saw a large buck standing near the family’s property. He said the particular deer had an aggressive stance and appeared to stand its ground, causing alarm to the neighbor. During the discussion, several methods of controlling the deer were mentioned. Among the methods discussed were sharpshooting, bow hunting and sterilization. City Administrator Mark Perkins highlighted the potential danger deer pose to motorists in the community. He said six to 10 car accidents involving deer occur in Creve Coeur each year, and in the past few years, an average of 10 deer have been euthanized after being found badly injured on the road. City officials will discuss the issue further after meeting this month with the Missouri Department of Conservation.

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Local veterinarians caution against contagious disease By TED DIXON JR. Local veterinarians are cautioning the public about a zoonotic disease that – while not prevalent – is present in West County. Leptospirosis is a bacterial disease that affects both humans and animals, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC). In humans, it causes a wide range of symptoms, including high fever, severe headache, chills, muscle aches and vomiting, but some infected persons may have no symptoms at all. Jaundice (yellow eyes and skin) abdominal pain and a rash could also be present. If the disease is not treated, the patient could develop kidney damage, meningitis and liver failure. In rare instances, it could cause death. Leptospirosis usually is caused by exposure to water that has been contaminated with the urine of infected animals, according to the CDC. Many kinds of animals carry the bacteria, and they may become sick but sometimes display no symptoms. If they do show symptoms, abdominal pain, vomiting, lack of appetite and not feeling

well are among them. The disease is contagious. Humans can become infected through contact with the water, food, or soil containing urine from infected animals or through skin contact via the eyes, nose or broken skin. Animals that can carry the bacteria include skunks, deer, opossums, horses, rodents and cattle. Leptospirosis can be treated with antibiotics. Local veterinarians said they have treated the disease.

Dr. Megan Marshall, of the Fox Creek Vet Hospital in Pacific, said she recently treated a dog that was afflicted. “He did get acute liver failure, but we were able to save him,” Marshall said. Marshall said the best prevention is for pet owners to have their animals vaccinated. Other preventative measures are to discourage pets from drinking from contaminated water sources and avoid creating an environment on one’s property that encourages the presence of wildlife.

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Veterinarian Dr. Doug Pernikoff, of the Clarkson-Wilson Veterinary Clinic in Chesterfield, said while leptospirosis is not prevalent in his practice, he does see it and looks for it. Pernikoff echoed Marshall’s advice regarding vaccinations, which he said are very important and should take place annually. He offered some advice for those who wish not to be contaminated. “Wash your hands when you’re out in the woods,” he said.

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in the community without relying on government support. The YMCA’s Strong Community Campaign provides access to its facilities to needy families at greatly reduced costs. Participants in the campaign go through an application process, and access to YMCA programs is charged to them on a scale basis. “Everyone in the program needs to pay something, even if it’s a dollar,” Christie Greer, district marketing director for the YMCA in Wildwood, said. “We think people take the program more seriously if they’re invested in it.” Organizers said the program was a “hand up” as opposed to a “handout.” In the tough economy, the YMCA is looking to raise $112,000 to help local families. It is very close to meeting its goal but is encouraging the public to make tax-deductible donations to the cause. The facility will be celebrating its 10th anniversary later this year. To donate to YMCA’s Strong Community Campaign, visit ymcastlouis.org/partner/ donationform.html.

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Current and former patients, doctors, nurses, administrators, supporters, and pioneers – retired physicians and administrators – on Feb. 24 gathered for a dedication ceremony marking the grand opening of Mercy Children’s Hospital in Creve Coeur. Even Fredbird and the Muny Kids were on hand for the celebration. Mercy Children’s Hospital has been serving the community for years, but recently finished was the phased construction process which brought together into a comprehensive space for kids and families private pediatric patient rooms, neonatal intensive care pods, the pediatric intensive care unit and the newly completed Tests and Treatments Center. Located on the ground floor of the new patient tower, the Tests and Treatments Center brings together all outpatient services for children making them more accessible and comfortable for patients and families. Services provided in the area include lab, audiology, imaging, EEG, GI, speech therapy, minor procedures and diagnostic testing. “Many children must have multiple tests and procedures done, and to make this

Dr. Joseph Kahn, chairman of pediatrics for Mercy Children’s Hospital, and Fredbird celebrate after the Mercy Children’s Hospital dedication ceremony.

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Also, almost 40 students from grades 3-6 in February participated in Hoops for Heart, raising nearly $5,400. During Jump Rope for Heart, students supplemented their rope jumping with special contests, including a speed jumping competition. Students in Hoops for Heart participated in individual and team basketball skill competitions. The events helped raise awareness of the importance of incorporating cardiovascular activity into the students’ daily routines.

Culinary competition Students in grades 2-6 participated in Rossman School’s Jump Rope for Heart with physical education teachers Jenna Babcock and Larry Huusko.

Rossman School students raised more than $11,000 for the American Heart Association by participating in two events, the Jump Rope for Heart and Hoops for Heart contests. Ninety students in grades 2-6 in February participated in Jump Rope for Heart, raising a little more than $5,700.

Lafayette High School’s culinary team in February made its first appearance in the ProStart State Culinary Competition at East Central College in Union, Mo. For the competition, students demonstrated their knowledge, skills and creative abilities by preparing a meal consisting of a starter, entrée with a protein, a vegetable, a starch and a dessert. Adding to the pressure, teams had one hour to complete their meal without electricity. “I think we all worked really well

tine and finished with no issues at all.” Advisor Becky Lawrence was proud of the team’s accomplishment. “This competition requires an incredibly high-level demonstration of knowledge and skills,” she said. “We went in feeling like the underdogs, but we walked away with the pride of knowing we held our own and contributed to the competition.”

Honors finalist Lafayette’s culinary team included (front row, from left) Kristen Giordano, Jessica Bax, Dymond Strong, (back row, from left) William Green and Jesse Knickerbocker.

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By MARCIA GUCKES Rockwood School District’s budget cup is not overflowing. That is the picture that Rockwood’s Chief Financial Officer Shirley Broz drew for about 100 people on Feb. 28 at the second of two town hall budget meetings. Rockwood is facing an $8.4 million deficit in 2012 and a $13.1 million deficit in 2013. Broz used plastic cups to illustrate the difference between a “formula” district and a “hold harmless” district, two factors the state of Missouri uses to determine how much money it will give a school district. The demonstration was a way to answer a question that district officials say they often get: “Why is Parkway spending more money on more things while Rockwood is cutting back?” Broz said state officials had determined it takes about $6,124 a year to adequately educate one student. She held up a cup, made a mark about three-fourths of the way up from the bottom and said, “Rockwood is able to locally raise about 74 percent of that $6,124 … and so the (state funding) formula says ‘we’re going to give you this much.’” Then she made a mark at the top of the cup. Next, Broz filled a cup with a paper towel until it was overflowing.

“When you look at Parkway’s numbers, this is what they look like,” Broz said. “Parkway can actually raise 108 percent of that $6,124 so they can actually raise more at the local level than the state formula says they need to spend.” She explained that the state funding formula says that since Parkway does not need any state money to reach the $6,124 line, it is “held harmless.” Broz said that means the state “will go back to 2006 and see what we (the state) spent with Parkway on a per-child, per-year basis and hold them harmless. They don’t get any less than that. They don’t get any more than that.” Broz said that although Rockwood, a “formula” district, may get more state money than Parkway, it still is only enough to fill the cup. Meanwhile, Parkway’s cup was overflowing before it ever had any state money poured into it. A handout illustrated how one district can raise more money locally than another. Broz used a drawing of a field of Monopoly-like houses to explain that a district like Rockwood, which is mainly residential, can raise about $44,800 in taxes from 10 acres of $250,000-houses – enough to educate about five students. Another picture of one large building helped Broz explain that a district with

Dr. Bruce T. Borchers, superintendent of the Rockwood School District, discusses budget issues with about 100 people at a town hall meeting on Feb. 28.

commercial and industrial development could raise more than $90,000 in taxes for that same 10 acres and educate almost 12 students. A question-and-answer session followed Broz’s presentation. Here are some of the questions and answers discussed: • How much will a (tax increase) campaign cost and who will run it? Broz said that a citizens’ committee would run the campaign and raise funds for it. The disSee ROCKWOOD, next page

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Crowd grumbles, grapples with Rockwood budget woes By MARCIA GUCKES A low rumble rolled through the crowd at Rockwood School District’s town hall meeting on Feb. 28 in reaction to an audience member’s statement, “If you don’t give teachers adequate salaries and benefits, then you will not have the teachers you want.” One question seemed to put the crowd’s reaction into words, “Where are they going to go in this economy?” Teachers’ salaries and benefits were just one of the issues raised when district officials opened the floor to questions and comments at the second of two town hall meetings held to discuss the district’s budget problems. After the meeting, district officials stayed to answer more questions and the crowd slowly moved out in small groups discussing what they had heard. Some of the reaction heard and overheard included things like:

ROCKWOOD, from prior page trict would pay the approximately $50,000 fee to get the issue on the ballot. • Can Rockwood raise its current tax rate to its upper limit without an election? Broz said state law limits how much the district can roll its pennies up or down, so the limit could not be reached by simply raising it. • Explain what you mean by “rolling pennies.” Broz said the district’s communications department would post an answer to that question on the district’s website within a few weeks. • A young student wondered, “How will a tax increase affect the schools?” Superintendent Dr. Bruce T. Borchers said he wanted to make it clear that the school board had not yet decided whether to seek a tax increase. He said that without additional revenue the young student would probably see the number of classes offered to him reduced and the size of his classes increased. • There were several questions about salaries and contracts. Borchers and Broz said the district had frozen some salaries and was negotiating contracts as they came up. • Several questions were about the future of the gifted education program. Borchers said information about the current evaluation of the program could be found on the district website. One more town hall meeting is set for 7 p.m. on Tues., Apr. 19 at Crestview Middle School. District officials plan to present the input they have received from their meetings and from an online survey. They plan also to present options they will be considering to solve their financial problems.

• I am willing to pay to keep good teachers because they’re educating our future decision-makers. • They’re just trying to annoy us by taking away the mobile science lab and science events. How about I give them back the pen they gave me tonight and they can give me the mobile science lab back? • I want to know if they’re doing all the small things that could save money, like turning off computers at night and training bus drivers to drive efficiently. • We need more detail, especially about

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eighth in the 100 breaststroke in 1:07.68. The 400 free relay team came in 11th in 3:42.37. St. Joseph’s 200 IM relay team finished seventh in 1:52.52. Grace Stiegemeyer was 12th in the 200 free in 1:57.94. Julia Herbig was eighth in the 500 free in 24.61. Katja Miller was 15th in the 100 butterfly in 1:01.73 but finished sixth in the 100 free in 53.28. The 400 relay team was eighth in 3:42.14. Lafayette freshman Mae Riordan was 10th in the 200 free in 1:57.53 and 10th in the 500 free in 5:11.50. The 200 IM relay team came in 15th in 1:56.68. Laura Paskoff was 16th in the 200 free in 1:58.99. Alyssa Shaw was 15th in diving with 301.5 points. Taylor Paskoff was seventh in the 100 butterfly in 59.23. The 200 free relay team came in 12th in 1:42.02. The 400 free relay team was sixth in 3:41.20. Marquette’s Liza Potkin was third in the 100 breastroke in 1:05.02 and sixth in the 200 IM in 2:10.66. Tasha Potkin was ninth in the 500 free in 5:09.75 and 12th in the 100 back in 1:00.54. Abby Watson finished third in the 100 back in 57.46. Parkway South’s 200 IM relay team finished ninth in 1:53.8. Ce Ce Etter wound up 12th in the 200 IM in 2:12.90 and seventh in the 100 back in 59.41. The 400 free relay team finished 12th in 3:43.12.

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High school wrestling At the 81st Missouri state championship wrestling tournament held at the Mizzou Arena in Columbia, Principia senior Josh Roometua won the Class 1 championship at 189 pounds with a 6-0 decision over Brookfield’s Bryon Clayton. Roometua was the lone area champion not from Whitfield, the second-place finisher in Class 1 with 147.5 points. Principia finished 10th with 59 points. Roometua’s brother, Jake, finished third at 171, winning by injury default over Brookfield’s Mike McCollum. In Class 4, Lafayette tied for 13th with 38.5 points. Eureka was tied for 25th with 22 points. Marquette was tied for 28th with 20 points. Parkway North came in 33rd with 15 points followed in 34th place by DeSmet’s 13 points and Parkway South in 35th place with 11 points. CBC tied for 40th place with three points. At 130, Lafayette’s Nick Olejnik won third place by stopping Francis Howell Central’s John Wood 2-0. At 140, Lafaytte’s Kyle Black finished sixth after getting pinned in 3:25 by Seckman’s Blake Pepper. At 125, Parkway North’s Austin Adderley won fifth place by decisioning Tom Korenak of Lindbergh 14-10. Marquette’s Matthew Mosier won fifth at 160 by beating Timberland’s Jacob Hawks

10-8 in overtime. Eureka’s Matt McClimens lost to Lee’s Summit by fall in 1:50 to finish fourth. Parkway South’s Donnell Walker defaulted his fifth-place match to Park Hills’ Nolan Smith at 285. In Class 3, Chaminade was 29th with 15 points. Parkway West tied for 32nd with seven points. Parkway Central tied for 35th with six points. Chaminade’s Zach Bozich won by fall in 2:17 over Springfield Central’s Jeff Held at 130. Parkway Central’s Jacob Didier lost by fall in 2:15 to Fort Zumwalt East’s Conor Vortherms at 189. In Class 2, Westminster scored three points and Priory failed to score a point.

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By WARREN MAYES If all of her years coaching Parkway West girls’ swimming are like her debut season, Allison Zeller will have it made. The Longhorns captured the championship at the 36th annual Missouri Girls’ Swimming and Diving Championships recently at the Rec-Plex in St. Peters. Parkway West piled up 182 points to top Hannibal’s second-place total of 176. It was the first state title for Parkway West since 1994, but it is 12 overall state championships. Two Longhorns won individual events, and a relay team won an event to help propel Parkway West to the title. Senior Mary Kate Hardy won the diving championship with 416.36 points. Junior Kate Gately won the 100 freestyle in 52.11 seconds. The 400-yard relay team of senior Mary Beth Howard, Gately, senior Morgan Chaney and sophomore Taylor Maurer won with a time of 3 minutes, 36.25 seconds, giving the Longhorns enough points to win the meet. “Coming into the season, I knew that I had a talented group of girls and set a goal of placing in the top three at state,” Zeller

said. “Throughout the year, they worked so hard and continued to improve every meet. “After our two state divers, Mary Kate and Francesca Giganti, did so well, I knew that we truly had an opportunity to win (the state championship).” The girls were mentally ready going into the meet, Zeller said. “At our breakfast on the morning before state, the team was all huddled around the paper and read that they were one of the top contenders, but they did not let it go to their heads,” Zeller said. “We swam well on the first day, but the morale was a little low on the bus ride home because a few kids did not end up where they were seeded.” But Zeller told the girls they still had a big day left. “I just told them that they had put themselves in a good position and I was confident that they would come to the pool ready to compete,” Zeller said. “Diving got us off to a great start, and Mary Beth’s secondplace finish in the 200 free (1:53.52) was what our team needed to get the confidence up.” It all came down the 400 relay. “We had it figured out that if we won, we

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Photo by Dave Verhulst Parkway West celebrates their state swimming championship.

would get first, and if we came in second, we would tie for first with Hannibal,” Zeller said. “I told Mary Beth before the race that we win this relay, we win state. That was enough for her to take control and get her relay squad pumped up and ready to race.” Chaney and Maurer swam the first two legs of the race, respectively. Gately was the third swimmer and Howard was the anchor. “All of our swimmers on the relay posted season best times,” Zeller said. “Morgan Chaney was our lead off and got us off to a great start. Taylor Maurer was second and kept us in there. … Once Kate hit the water and got us up with the leaders, I knew Mary Beth would finish strong. … It was the perfect ending to her high school career.”

Gately posted a personal best time in her winning the 100 free in 52:11. “Kate is so much fun to coach,” Zeller said. “She works hard and does not miss a practice. She is a very talented athlete, who really only swims high school and summer league. She has a lot of talent but her work ethic is phenomenal.” Hardy won the diving for the second consecutive year. Chaney finished 16th in the 200 IM in 2:17.69. Giganti, a freshman, was 12th in diving with 319.05 points. In the 500 free, Maurer was eighth in 5:12.56, and she was 11th in the 200 IM in 212.18. The 200 free relay team came in third in 1:40.28. Howard finished fourth in the 100 back in 58.91.

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GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION • APRIL 5, 2011 EDITOR’S NOTE: Candidates were asked the following questions: What are your qualifications for holding public office? Why are you running for this office? What are your top priorities if elected? What do you intend to accomplish if elected? What do you feel is the biggest issue facing your municipality/school board/fire district and how would you deal with it? The following are edited responses received from candidates who have an opponent. Expanded responses, and responses received from those who are running unopposed, can be found at newsmagazinenetwork.com. BALLWIN MAYOR Tim Pogue, no response received.

I have helped put in place, such as the summer define our path over the next several years. concerts in the park. Our city slogan is “Bring- The question we must ask is how we will fund ing People Together” – this is what we must programs with limited sales tax revenue. The do. I want to be a city of neighbors not neigh- city of Ballwin does not collect any real estate BOARD OF ALDERMEN borhoods. tax or personal property tax. We rely upon the I intend to continue my fiscally conserva- sales tax revenue from our businesses along Ward 1 tive philosophy and work to streamline the Manchester Road to support the major portion Raj M. Sajid operation of the city to continue providing the of our city budget; therefore we must work I am running because I love unmatched services we receive without any together to encourage redevelopment along this city and its people; they burden on our shoulder as the residents. Manchester Road. have given me a lot. I have The biggest issue we are facing right now been a resident of this country is the suffering economy, filling the empty Mark A. Harder since 1986 and I feel like I can spaces along our commercial corridor. We I am running for alderman bring some fresh ideas to the must pursue business to fill these spaces to because the city needs healthy Sajid city of Ballwin and bring posi- allow us to stay right in our community for all debate and new ideas on the tive ideas toward local govern- of our daily needs. That is what this city was issues of balancing the budget, ment. built on, and everyone knows that “home is managing expenses, and growHarder My top priorities if elected are: “no” to new where the heart is.” ing a vibrant business commulocal property taxes, “yes” to supporting existnity. I believe I can bring some ing businesses and bringing new business to Ward 2 new ideas and help the board Ballwin; “yes” to accountability and transparPat McDermott debate the issues that face Ballwin now and ency in our local government. I enjoy working with mem- in the future. The board needs to be comprised If elected, I intend to accomplish: strong bers of the community and our of diverse backgrounds and experience levels leadership for Ward 1 residents, “no” to new city to make it the best place to to better represent residents and encourage local property taxes to residents; “no” to ordilive and work. I will consider debate on the issues. We can’t keep doing nances pertaining to snow removal on the the needs of residents and things as we have always done them and hope sidewalk on private property – the $1,000 fine businesses throughout the city for a better outcome. An outsider, like myself, McDermott needs to be revisited; fixes to streets and roads; to ensure success for everyone. can bring needed change to this process. balance local government budget. I will bring people with differMy top priorities will be to encourage The most important issue facing the city is ing opinions together to work on solutions responsible business development within the jobs and tax revenue. In order to achieve those, that are favorable for all. I care about Ballwin Manchester Road corridor. This retail district we need to bring new businesses to Ballwin and want to be a part of making it one of the is very important to the sales tax base of the and help existing business to prosper to help best places to live. I will work closely with city and produces many of the funds necesincrease city employment and revenues. The the neighboring communities to ensure we sary to provide the services we enjoy. I would other most important issue is accountability are moving in a direction that is best for our also strongly encourage transparency and and transparency. Since the recent situation, region. accountability into the way the city performs the city government needs to be honest and I am committed to building a better com- both internally and externally to ensure that open to citizens; no backroom deals. The city munity. My top priorities are to represent the residents are getting the “biggest bang for government needs to be more transparent and people in Ward 2, continuing the high level of their buck” out of your taxes. I don’t profess accountable in public issues. I will not be services provided, support a fiscally respon- to know all the answers to our problems, but I afraid to take on the business-as-usual group. sible budget for the future, and ensure trans- will encourage open and healthy dialogue, so Ballwin needs strong leadership, transparency parency in decisions made by the board. I will we can get to the answers we need to solve our and accountability. strive to be respectful of others and their ideas; problems. My goals if elected would be to: provide thus I feel that I am an asset when it comes to Jimmy Terbrock getting things done and moving our city for- effective leadership for Ward 2 residents and I am running for reelection ward with whatever challenges are faced. the city as a whole on the board of aldermen; to continue to work to preI bring a different perspective to the encourage responsible business developserve the great city we have. I board. Having worked in the public sector for ment on Manchester Road; modernize the have worked to promote and many years, I understand what it takes to be city’s management reporting systems for supported energy and envi- fiscally responsible. I will challenge our city better oversight by the board; foster full city Terbrock ronmental initiatives, such staff to continue to be responsible leaders. I government transparency, so all issues are as a LED street lighting pilot am excited about the possibilities available fully debated and handled ethically; promote project on Holloway Road, a $100,000 federal for our city in the areas of development, and resident involvement in the legislative process grant to install solar panels and retrofit HVAC/ support the Great Streets plan; now is a good by working with subdivision trustees on a lighting to reduce the utility bills at our gov- time to put creative ideas into place. I feel that regular basis; work with subdivision trustees ernment facilities, and demonstration projects I can help bring property owners together as to improve the infrastructure and aesthetics of to reduce storm water runoff. they consider redevelopment. I am not afraid our neighborhoods; maintain the zero property My top priorities if reelected would be to to strive for big ideas in order to enact posi- tax rate; fix our streets; (accomplish) all with a work to bring these pilot projects to citywide tive change and I will encourage open com- balanced budget. standards. These will help us to continue to munication amongst all people involved in I believe the biggest issues facing the city enjoy the great services, such as leaf/snow decision-making. are: Improving the health of our business comremoval, without paying more taxes on top of Cities across the country are facing loss munity and the way we address citywide probwhat we currently pay to the county. I would of revenue as businesses close their doors lems and opportunities. We also have an aging also like to broaden some of the social events – Ballwin is no different. The economy will housing stock and infrastructure that needs

attention. We need to be proactive not reactive. We can’t continue to do things because “we have always done it that way.” New ideas and citizen involvement are desperately needed if this city is going to survive in the future. I would solicit input from our subdivision trustees and business owners as a source of guidance. These people are an untapped resource. Problems change, but the way we face these problems needs to be healthy and productive. I don’t mind being the lone voice on an issue. Rubberstamp decision-making doesn’t help anyone. Ballwin needs leadership, transparency and accountability. Ward 3 Jim Leahy, no response received. Ward 4 Ray Lembke, no response received. Ken Mellow, no response received. CHESTERFIELD MAYOR Bruce Geiger I am running because I want to continue to live in one of the finest communities in the country. After 32 years in a variety of finance and strateGeiger gic planning positions in the business community, I have devoted the last 10 years as a city councilmember building a city and a city government of which we can all be proud. I am the only candidate for mayor who has been there every day during these challenging times making the difficult but necessary decisions. We have a record of delivering the highest quality streets, police protection, parks and recreation while building and maintaining one of the strongest financial positions and highest bond rating of any municipality in the Midwest. I have proven myself as a leader on the council and have the support and endorsement of former Mayor Nations as well as current Councilmembers Fults, Erickson, Logan, Casey, and Segal. I am proud of what we have accomplished but my position also gives me a unique understanding that there is much work to do. Chesterfield has not been immune from the negative effects of this economic downturn. We have experienced declining sales tax revenues, a significant slowdown in residential and commercial development, and a population now expected to remain near current levels. As a result, we reduced our work force to lower operating costs and to match the lower demands on staff while delivering the same outstanding level of services to our residents. As we look to the future, our challenge will be to ensure delivery of the services our

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NEWSMAGAZINENETWORK.COM the Chesterfield Planning and residents deserve and expect while maintainZoning Committee and heaving our excellent financial position. ily involved in all aspects of The tough decisions made in 2010 have city government including the positioned us well to meet the economic chaloriginal creation of our fiscally lenges that lie ahead. We enter the future from conservative fund reserve a position of strength. Our financial status is policy that led to Missouri’s strong and our organization well prepared Hurt highest bond rating of AAA. to deliver on our commitments to our resiSecond, I own and operate two dents. It is incumbent upon us to constantly scrutinize what we do and how we do it to successful small USA manufacturing busiensure taxpayer monies are utilized efficiently nesses. I am skilled at identifying and solvand effectively. My extensive financial back- ing operational problems so as to achieve and ground and legislative experience will serve keep satisfied customers. This is an extension of my lifelong commitChesterfield well as we look to the future. My commitment as mayor will be to build ment to Chesterfield as a Scout leader, coach, on our past success, continue to exercise YMCA instructor and city councilmember. I strong fiscal discipline, and lead a govern- believe my extensive experience balancing ment that is responsive and responsible to its products and services with the cost of providing them will serve the city well in these chalresidents and businesses. lenging economic times. The top priority is to listen to and serve the Richard H. (Dick) Riley, no response needs of the great citizens of Chesterfield. We need to continue to add value to our citizens’ received. property and quality of life with no reduction in services. My 20 years of service contributed to ChesJoseph Gambino My qualifications for mayor terfield being named the No. 2 town in Misof Chesterfield are: to create souri by Missouri Life magazine. I believe my jobs by bringing more busi- proven leadership and experience will help to ness outside of retail; help make Chesterfield No. 1. The biggest issue of our time is to continue settle and balance out subdivision inequities of indentures to improve the quality of life of our citizens Gambino with the city of Chesterfield’s within the constraints of our current resources ordinances; and cut operational and using sound conservative fiscal policy. cost of the city of Chesterfield with green CITY COUNCIL energy saving ideas. I am running for mayor of Chesterfield as Ward 1 a businessman to continue the growth and Matt Segal, no response received. development of making it the No. 1 city among Missouri’s “Top 10 Towns” to live in. Since Chesterfield is ranked No. 2 out of the Ward 2 top 10 best cities to live in Missouri, per the Tania Pappas article in the West Newsmagazine of February I am running for Ward 2 23, 2011. City Council to be an active I have the experience of working with priparticipant and uphold the vate and government businesses which have city of Chesterfield’s misallowed me to build personal skills in orgasion to excellence in service nizing relationships that allow me to become and overall quality of life: by a productive and successful office holder of Pappas being the city of choice in the mayor and those embellished rights of freeSt. Louis region within which dom to serve the public. to live, work, play and visit; by partnering Some of my accomplishments if elected as with residents, businesses, civic organizations mayor of Chesterfield (would be) to have an and governments to forge a sense of commuopen door policy with the residents of Ches- nity; by providing and seeking quality in each terfield; to be able to listen to their questions area of service; by providing and encouraging and give them a fair and quick response; to cultural and recreational facilities and activibring back old mayoral traditions in an ever ties; by enhancing property values; by ensurgrowing future economy; and to do the job the ing a secure and responsible environment. citizens elected me to. (This was taken directly from Chesterfield’s As a municipality, if we have not done so mission statement). already we need to begin to control our source My top priorities if elected are to represent of energy with alternative energy. City vehi- Ward 2 by voting for the people, listening to cles need to be converted by such companies my constituents, act as a liaison to citizen as BAF Technologies to stop the dependence committees, commissions, boards and task on foreign oil. (We need to include) solar forces and continue in Chesterfield’s mission panels on the roof tops to backup generators to excellence in service and overall quality of for power outages, in case of weather or other life. emergencies, and water catch basins from I would like to accomplish a few things the down stops to help with irrigation of the that would connect and aid my residents in sprinkler systems to Chesterfield City Hall Ward 2 and also benefit all of Chesterfield. and other Chesterfield government buildings. First, I want Chesterfield City Council meetings, board meetings, citizen committee meetings and subdivision trustee meetings live Dan Hurt streamed. I think this would be an innovative First, I was a Chesterfield councilmember way to better connect residents, businesses for 20 years (1989-2009) – more experience and civic organizations. Live stream would than anyone else in the race. 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NEWSMAGAZINENETWORK.COM us to stay abreast of issues and developments in our young, 22-year-old city. Second, I want a committee for seniors to be organized. Once this is accomplished, my third hope filled accomplishment would be to have a Chesterfield Veterans Memorial and Seniors Center created through county, state, and federal grants and municipal volunteerism. I think our biggest issue is informative communication amongst residents about their neighborhoods and government. I think having live stream would be one-way to resolve this issue. A current way to stay informed of goings-on in all areas of Chesterfield is to subscribe to Chesterfield’s eNotification. You can get an eNotification e-mail from the city of what you are interested in knowing about such as public hearings and notifications, parks activity, police special events and much more. Go to chesterfield.mo.us/webmail.html. Derek Grier As a lifelong resident and business owner in Chesterfield, I believe we have the most vibrant city in all of Missouri. We must keep it that way. I am Grier running for city council out of a great desire to serve my community and continue moving this city forward. Progress is essential. My priorities as a city councilman will be to protect our citizens’ money, encourage responsible economic growth, and continue making Chesterfield a cultural hub for the region. With a background in business and property management, I bring a diverse base of knowledge and experience to the council. I have also made it a priority to serve on numerous committees with local civic and community organizations. This committee work has provided me an understanding of issues important to our city and given me the ability to be a solutions-oriented member of the council. In my professional career as a property manager, I have been called upon to perform and oversee a wide variety of jobs requiring an understanding of accounting, human resources, contracting, property maintenance, insurance, government relations, basic construction, and law. These skills, along with a spirit of enthusiasm and optimism, are what I believe uniquely qualify me to lead our city. Many of the issues we are seeing at a national level are important right here at home too – issues like making sure our money is being spent wisely. Keeping Chesterfield a financially strong city will benefit both residents and local businesses. In addition, it continues to be important for Chesterfield to distinguish itself in the region in order to sustain the vibrancy of both our economic and residential community. Ward 3 Randy Logan, no response received. Ward 4

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My top priority if elected is to maintain Chesterfield’s AAA rating from Moody’s. Fiscal responsibility is our surest path to a bright future, and I will work hard to ensure that Chesterfield continues to responsibly manage taxpayer money. Other priorities include: ensuring that densities and zoning of new projects in residential areas are consistent with the areas that surround the proposed site; enforcing the architectural and building codes for our city, while fostering a style that is consistent with Chesterfield’s rich history and the expectations of its citizens; continued expansion of Chesterfield’s unique social personality through the continued development of downtown Chesterfield, Chesterfield Arts, and the MonarchChesterfield Levee Trail. I want to ensure that the arts and downtown Chesterfield are the best venues that the greater St. Louis metro area has to offer. As a city council, we have the opportunity, and the responsibility, to make the new downtown Chesterfield a place where families can socialize, enjoy special events planned through the year, hike on the existing and future trail systems, enjoy live music, fish in our new stocked lake, or experience art that is displayed from our local artists. Chesterfield is a wonderful place to live, work, play and especially to raise your family. I want to do everything that I can to make sure it continues to be that way for many years to come. Our biggest issue is to find creative solutions to the funding needs that face our municipality, our school board and our fire district. We have award-winning schools in Chesterfield, and we need to maintain the high standards that have been set. But we also need to find ways to do so without raising taxes. This type of challenge needs experienced leadership; it needs people who have lived here, understand our community and have the experience of building their own business and solving the many challenges one faces when dealing with limited resources and lofty goals. The Chesterfield fire district has a lot of geography to cover, and along with our award-winning police department they bear the burden of one of our most critical public services. Funding to ensure our safety needs to be carefully protected. Bob Nation I am running to represent the public interest in how our municipal government is run and how our tax dollars are spent. My wife, Louise, and I have lived in Chesterfield for Nation 31 years and have benefited from the quality of life that we have come to enjoy in our community. Our three sons were educated in the Rockwood School District and have subsequently succeeded in their collegiate education. I enjoy the opportunity to be of service to my fellow residents to enhance their appreciation of what our community has to offer. My top priorities if reelected are to try to effectively work with other elected officials in arriving at best decisions on behalf of our diverse constituency; consistently strive for efficient and responsible expenditure of our tax dollars; and balance the need for effective and responsible ordinances versus the tendency for government to extend its arm too far. Although the city looks forward to the completion of the Monarch-Chesterfield

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Anthony F. (Tony) Kardis Levee Trail, amphitheater, Riparian Trail, and Even though Creve Coeur Eberwein Park enhancements, among other has term limits for members of projects, I have no specific goals that have not the city council, I believe more been touched on in previous questions. Confrequent changes will lead to tinue to do the work, prepare myself for the a city council that is more in meetings, and do the job. tune with the citizens. My new From my perspective, I believe that we Kardis leadership on the city council are the benefactors of an exceedingly affluent tax base that has afforded our city many will be a positive for Creve Coeur. I believe all amenities that most cities of our caliber do not city business should be transacted in the open enjoy. I think there have been times within the before the citizens. I will work hard so that past few years that we have looked for ways together with the citizens of Creve Coeur we to spend from excess fund reserves. In the can make Creve Coeur a better community. I want to see a Creve Coeur city government future, where possible, I would like to suggest a modest rollback of some of the tax rates. My that: is more responsive to its citizens – holdsense is that this will be an uphill battle, but ing meetings with subdivision representatives I do not believe any government should col- and town hall meetings for our Ward to dislect more taxes than it needs to provide the cuss issues of concern; is completely open in all its actions – openly discussing all issues of services it is responsible for providing. concern to our citizens; prioritizes its spending and its essential services – so that police, Paul Dillender I have served the city of streets and roads, snow removal, garbage and Chesterfield for more than 22 recycling collection, and leaf and limb collecyears and would like to use my tion have the highest priority; allows no new experience in government to taxes unless voted on and approved by the citkeep the city of Chesterfield a izens – especially for special taxing districts Dillender premier place to live, work and (TDDs and/or CIDs). I intend to follow through with implementenjoy life. My top priorities if elected ing the priorities listed above. I will hold town are to be fiscally responsible and bring the hall meetings with the citizens. I will be open police patrols of Chesterfield back up to a in all my actions and try to make Creve Coeur level that provides safety and security to the more open in all its dealings. I will oppose all citizens of Chesterfield, and to ensure that new taxes unless approved by voters. Because they have caused so many probhousing standards are maintained throughout all of Chesterfield’s subdivisions, keeping lems for the citizens of Creve Coeur, I will oppose all new TDDs/CIDs until the state law property values high. Planned accomplishments if elected are: to is changed to give citizens control. The Olive take an active role in decisions facing the city Street TDD has been a major problem and and assisting in making those decisions to best shows deficits and increased spending that serve the citizens of Chesterfield and make affected the parts of the project that impacted sure Chesterfield remains a city where people the citizens the most. I believe that no new live, work, and play in a safe and prosperous TDD/CID should be approved until the state area; and to provide a forum for subdivision law is changed so that they are controlled trustees to report problems with rundown by citizens. When our tax dollars are spent, houses, unkempt lawns and other items that elected representatives must approve, have oversight, and be responsible for their actions. reduce the value of surrounding homes. The largest issue facing Chesterfield is Elizabeth (Beth) Kistner balancing the budget in a declining economy Very simply, I love serving while still providing full services to the comthe residents of my ward and munity. I would use part of the fund reserve working with our city adminto keep services to the citizens at full strength. istration to keep Creve Coeur Capital equipment – vehicles, computers, and safe, beautiful, and fiscally software purchases – could be delayed a year sound. I’ve gained so much until revenues improve. If personnel costs are Kistner from the experience of meettoo high, then I would use employee resignaing neighbors, engaging in tions and retirements to reduce the workforce. problem solving, and working collectively to support our wonderful city, and I want to put CLARKSON VALLEY that experience to work for a final time before term limits force me to “retire.” MAYOR Top priorities if reelected are: maintain Scott Douglass, no response received. strong fiscal position through careful balance of cost control and economic development BOARD OF ALDERMEN measures; maintain integrity of our neighborhoods and protect from commercial encroachWard 1 ment; support health and safety of citizens James Meyer, See response at through innovative stewardship of resources newsmagazinenetwork.com. and strong public safety programs; and be available to all Ward 1 residents to answer Ward 2 questions, help with local problems, and Honora Schiller, no response received. voice their concerns on issues of local interest before the council. Ward 3 The next two years will be challenging for Scott Schultz, no response received. Creve Coeur to close the gap between rising costs and flat revenues. I intend to work closely CREVE COEUR with our administrative staff to identify and CITY COUNCIL pursue every opportunity to reduce unnecessary expenses and enhance revenue growth Ward 1

Local families give more than just a home to two girls from Belize St. John Community Steps Up to Make a Difference in Lives of Others. BY MICHELLE ABEL

Two young girls from Belize under the age of 12, both with crippling diseases, two generous West County families and one school/church community come together to make a true impact in each others’ lives. When the Clement family, parents with three of their own school-age children, and the Token family, with two school-age children, read about an opportunity to host a child with medical needs, they had no idea how quickly their lives would be changed. Both girls from Belize, Avani August, age 5, and Tiffara Hyde, age 11, suffer from Blount’s Disease, a growth disorder of the tibia that causes the lower leg to angle inward, resembling a bowleg. Failure to treat the disease may lead to progressive deformity. Unfortunately, the girls did not have access to quality medical care in their home country. Healing the Children, a national organization, contacted St. John Church Ellisville in an effort to find host families. The Clements and Tokens both simply read the notice in the Sunday bulletin in early September and prayed about the opportunity. Feeling this was the right partnership for their families, they decided to welcome Avani and Tiffara, respectively, into their homes. Avani came to St. Louis in late September 2010 and Tiffara arrived in late October. The amount of

preparation that was done in a short time to prepare for their stay was incredible. But even more amazing, was the response they received from St. John School regarding the need to continue the girls’ education while they were here. St. John agreed that the best thing for Avani and Tiffara, as well as their host families, would be to have them attend St. John with their other children. Avani joined the kindergarten class and Tiffara became part of the fourth grade class. From there, an outpouring of support and help overwhelmed and amazed the Clements and Tokens. “What we thought was going to be a family effort was something much more broad,” said Jim Clement. “From medical resource help, to homemade dinners, to rides for our other children, the entire St. John community stepped forward to help Avani get the care she needed.” After two surgeries and countless doctor visits to Shriner’s Hosptial, Avani was able to return home to Belize mid-January. While Jack, Sophia and Grace, the Clement children, wish her well, they know if Avani should come back to St. Louis for further care, her home-away-from-home and temporary siblings will be waiting. Tiffara on the other hand, is still in St. Louis and attending St. John School. She came here for her final surgeries, along with months of therapy. Based on

the progress, they anticipate her to go home in April. While the six-month stay has been filled with challenges, it has also been filled with blessings. “Our daughters go to a wonderful Christian school and do many service projects, but nothing has had a personal impact on them, like this,” said Jody Token. “They were able to see how their love and care could help someone else and at the same time, see the compassion of their friends at school to make Tiffara feel like a ‘normal’ kid.” The idea of “treating others like you wish to be treated” came to life the past six months for the families at St. John. Principal, Spencer Peregoy was happy to have Avani and Tiffara at St. John. “It was healthy to give our school community the chance to minister to someone right in our own classroom— and to learn about their lives, their culture, their needs and above all, to learn lessons to care,” he said. “It’s been a wonderful example of when you give, you actually get more in return.” St. John School is a ministry of St. John Church and is located at the corner of Manchester and Clarkson in Ellisville. St. John School was established in 1853 and now enrolls over 500 students in preschool through eighth grade. The school welcomes children of all faiths.

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NEWSMAGAZINENETWORK.COM without raising taxes, in order to preserve all petition of 450-plus citizens. I can and will services that residents currently enjoy, includ- represent my constituents’ interests before the ing trash and recycling, limb and leaf removal, council. Not having to recuse myself on major street and sidewalk maintenance, and first-rate issues, I am determined to advocate for our residents. police service. Our biggest issue is increasing revenue As previously noted, maintaining our fiscal strength is by far the biggest issue facing Creve without needlessly taxing our citizens. The Coeur. During my eight years serving on the Olive TDD (of which my opponent has been council, Creve Coeur has managed to remain a long-standing board member) has so far cost strong despite some of the worst economic the taxpayers $6 million with an additional $4 times this state has ever encountered. This has million expected. The result so far has been been possible through extremely careful man- a drastic cut in scope of project for improveagement of the city’s budget, and I will bring ments promised to the community. I will vote to bear all of my experience and leadership to stop the bleeding of the Olive TDD. Folskills in continued support of these efforts. lowing our comprehensive plan and creating a favorable business environment that works in Ward 2 conjunction with residents is the best way to Tara Nealey, See response at bring in revenue and keep our city healthy. newsmagazinenetwork.com. Robert Hoffman (running for remaining Ward 3 one-year term) See response at Robert G. Haddenhorst, newsmagazinenetwork.com. Jr. I am running for city council Ward 4 to complete the job I started Scott Saunders eight years ago. My backCreve Coeur residents ground and business acumen deserve a city council member amassed over the last 33 years with broad experience in Haddenhorst has proven extremely helpful. issues facing the city and with Specifically, I have been called a proven track record of careupon countless times by city staff to advise ful analysis, public discussion, Saunders them regarding insurance consultation and and thoughtful decision-makemployee benefit matters. ing related to those issues. My My top priorities of elected are to maintain candidacy for city council is a natural proCreve Coeur’s status as the premier West gression of more than 10 years of appointed County destination for work, culture and resi- service, with nearly perfect attendance, that I dential life. believe reflects just those qualities. If re-elected, I intend to continue the someCurrently I serve as a Planning and Zoning times difficult job of balancing the need for Commissioner, a job to which I bring my deep economic growth while being sensitive to appreciation for the potential impacts to resimaintaining vibrant residential neighbor- dents of development related traffic and the hoods. skills necessary to deal with those problems. The biggest issue continuing to face Creve To further serve my role as a commissioner, I Coeur is the balance between maintaining ser- expanded my expertise in the legal and techvices that our citizens have come to expect and nical aspects of this position by completing a how to pay for them. In a declining sales tax/ course of study leading to a Chancellor Cereconomic development environment, tough tificate from UMSL in planning and zoning. budgetary decisions will need to be made. I Additionally, as a member of the Creve welcome the opportunity of helping to guide Coeur Public Art Task Force, I am currently our city forward in uncertain times. involved in developing a Public Art Master Plan that will facilitate opportunities to Charlotte D’Alfonso enhance the presence of art in our commuI plan to bring a higher level nity through both private and public sources. of transparency to municipal I believe this objective will directly improve dealings. I will encourage the quality of Creve Coeur as a place to live fiscal responsibility by explor- and will serve, as in other communities, as a ing the privatization of some stimulus for economic growth that increases D’Alfonso of our highly subsidized pro- the tax base and therefore revenues for essengrams (i.e., the golf course) tial city services. and would strive to bring in Given the current economic climate, careful businesses that could contribute to our sales financial management of the city is a critical tax base. I will discourage commercial zoning area for ongoing commitment and leadership. from encroaching into residential neighbor- If elected I will spend the public’s tax dollar hoods. Residents should not have to hire wisely and continue to look for ways to make lawyers to fight city hall in order to protect that dollar go further through prudent reductheir investments. My opponent’s business tions in expenditures. Most importantly, I will relationships require him to recuse himself on work to ensure that development in Creve issues which will likely have major impact on Coeur is of the highest quality, protects and residential property values and traffic flow. respects the residential quality of our neighI would like to pass an ordinance that has borhoods, and incorporates features that a code of ethics for our elected officials, put- directly enhance Creve Coeur as a superior ting an end to informal vetting and back door place to live, work, and to do business. promises. I will promote fiscal responsibility. I will have open communication, listening to Melvin Klearman my constituents’ concerns and keeping them We need “truth in spending.” To eliminate informed. In a grassroots effort to have city punishing tax burdens on us, our city must council approve the citizens’ choice for rep- learn to live within its means in every ecoresentative, my opponent disregarded the nomic cycle.

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NEWSMAGAZINENETWORK.COM Since sales tax revenues is one of the largest sources of revenue to our city, our city council must create a “business friendly” environment to help our existing Creve Coeur Klearman businesses increase their sales – not increase sales tax rates. “Follow the money”: to empower voters to hold their elected representatives accountable for their actions, our city council must adopt a “truth in spending” requirement. Factual information about expenditures and source of revenues must be published in our monthly newsletter in plain language we all can understand. Examples: Source of revenues – the punishing 7 percent municipal tax on all our utilities. As the cost of our electricity, natural gas, water, phone, etc. increases, our city receives more money. We must adopt a policy of: “As utility costs go up, the 7 percent tax rate must go down.” Expenditures – In “accounting language,” a “transfer from general revenues” means the project or program is causing a deficit that must be paid for with taxpayer money. The identity of the program or project creating a deficit and the size of its deficit must be published in plain language. DES PERES MUNICIPAL JUDGE Chuck Billings, See response at newsmagazinenetwork.com. BOARD OF ALDERMEN Ward 1 Kathleen Gmelich, no response received. Ward 2 Jim Kleinschmidt, no response received. Ward 3 James Doering, no response received. ELLISVILLE No posts are up for election in Eureka; however, voters will be asked to vote “Yes” or “No” on Proposition A: Shall the City of Ellisville impose a sales tax in the amount of one-half of one percent for the purpose of funding capital improvements? A simple majority is required for the measure to pass. EUREKA MAYOR

Lee Kropp I believe my business experience, community service, and ability to think out side of the box is what our city needs in its next mayor. During my 17 years in this community I Kropp have worked hard to develop my business and the businesses within the community. I have worked with the city, chamber, the citizens and businesses of Eureka and, if given the opportunity, I will work diligently as your next mayor. My top three priorities once in office will be to see the community center project completed. This has been a 20-year promise that needs to be kept. Second, Eureka’s water needs to be addressed; I hear complaints every day from

residents about the poor quality of our water. Third, I will actively market Eureka to fill the vacant business locations. Kevin Coffey My priority has always been to keep Eureka a great place to live. I partner with our boards, staff, businesses, organizations and residents. The Coffey unity in Eureka is outstanding. Our churches and schools are strong and growing. Our partnership with the Chamber of Commerce is the strongest in our history. Eureka has more industry and jobs than ever. Municipal services and parks are excellent and expanding. We survived the most challenging period for retail and homebuilding in our lifetime. Our Old Town area is rebounding with two restaurants, a salon and city parking/event area coming soon. I intend to complete our Recreation Center and open it in 2012. Although our “big box” (JBA) retail center has been delayed by the economy, we have not let this derail our efforts. We have hired an Economic Development Director. As financing and conditions improve we will be ready. We recently met with development companies, property owners, retail and theater. Before the “storm” we had plans and contracts in place. These will be back and I will use our experience, respect and strong relationships to lead our city to an exciting future. It is the time to build, not “start over!” Our biggest challenge is retail. Eureka has gone to great lengths to help our business community. We have attracted major industry (Cenveo and new industrial park), several restaurants and new medical facilities. Like many cities we must overcome obstacles in promoting our community. Our State of Missouri Affiliate Welcome Center has been approved in our new Business Development Center on Dreyer Ave. It will attract tourism and customers. We are professionally marketing Eureka to restaurants, retail and industry. We can afford to do these things because our city and budget are well managed and healthy. See our progress on MayorCoffey.com. CITY COLLECTOR Craig Sabo, no response received. BOARD OF ALDERMEN Ward 1 Leilanai Archambault I am a citizen who cares about this community and I was involved with the Chamber of Commerce for Eureka Archambault in 2004 as director of the board and was also on the Membership Committee. My responsibilities were to bring in new businesses and get them to join the Chamber of Commerce. I directed and coordinated Eureka Days and worked with more than 80 vendors. Not only did I make many friends working for Eureka but also was able to earn their trust. I have worked hard for our community so people could enjoy their city and feel safe. I want to be involved in helping this community to grow and prosper. My top priorities if elected are 1) having a Community Center; 2) better drinking water; and 3) drawing people to Eureka.

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“public servant” as our alderman. I am tired of seeing my opponent block progress for the city. Manchester has a bright future and I want to make sure that the city meets its potential. I intend to end the abuse of abstentions. The use of abstentions has caused significant problems for the city. We are currently without a permanent police chief, we have failed to elect a board president and we almost failed to pass a budget for 2011 as a result of abstentions. The residents are not well served by abstentions and I do not believe the residents elect aldermen to abstain. I intend to approve a permanent police chief. I intend to vote on a board president. I intend to approve a sidewalk to the Grand Glaize Library and I intend to address the stormwater issues in Ward 1. I look forward to working with the other aldermen, and not suing them, to make sure that the issues affecting Manchester residents are properly addressed. I do not intend to pit ward against ward or tear down the city with my rhetoric. I think there are two main issues: (1) the abuse of abstentions and (2) the dysfunction on the board. In my two years on the board, I did not abstain and I will not abstain in order to impose a minority view on the majority and impede progress for the city. In addition, I have worked with all the board members previously to accomplish things for the residents of Ward 1 and the city and I would plan to continue to do so if I am given the opportunity to serve again.

in Eureka. I want to see Eureka businesses thrive, so I’ve been working with the city’s economic development director and local business owners to find ways to promote Eureka and the businesses already here. I am taking the initiative to talk with business owners to seek their input in what we can do for them. I worked to improve communication with residents through town hall meetings and a newsletter. I will continue to correspond with and update the various trustees of subdivisions within my Ward with important notices from the city and continue to attend the various subdivision meetings to keep residents informed. I want to work to enhance what we have so more businesses will want to come to Eureka; encourage residents to see and experience what we have and shop in Eureka; and continue to improve city infrastructure by maintaining city streets (particularly in Ward 1), sidewalks and water and sewer systems. We Ward 2 have acquired the land and began developMike Clement, See response at ment plans for a new recreation center and newsmagazinenetwork.com. are in the early stages of improving our city water by developing a soft water system. I Ward 3 want to see these projects become a reality. I Don Ryan, no response received. have been fortunate to be part of a board of aldermen who has set their sights on making John A. Schrader Eureka a better place to live and work. There I’ve been a Manchester resiis much to be done yet, and I want to be part dent for over 12 years and have of the results. attended several board meetEureka has been fortunate in that it has been ings where I have watched conservative during the economic downturn petty bickering and squabbling so we have not had to lay off staff or reduce services. We have added staff and during this Schrader among the aldermen. I can no extremely snowy winter have been able to longer stand on the sidelines. keep our streets clear and treated. By workI am a citizen of Manchester ing with existing businesses and continually who wants to see our city move forward and promoting Eureka we will find ways to work believes our city leaders should do just that – through these difficult times and will be in a lead. It seems that playing games with abstenmuch better position in the future because of tions and stalling projects that have been what we do today. budgeted is not responsible city leadership. My top priority is increased safety on streets Ward 2 and in subdivisions. Accidents are waiting to Marilyn Leistner, no response received. happen on roads near our schools. We need strict enforcement on speeding and crossWard 3 walk violations and must continue with street Shannon Britt, no response received. and sidewalk repair. I have uncovered many stormwater problems in recent weeks and will MANCHESTER do my best to get a resolution to these problems in a timely manner, meeting with homeBOARD OF ALDERMEN owners and fellow city leaders. I look forward to the completion of the Veterans Memorial Ward 1 along with the new amphitheatre and getting Bob Tullock, no response received. a permanent, affordable repair of the Aquatic Center. Another priority is the replacement of Paul C. Hamill the East Lafayette Center Bridge. I am running for office I intend to move Manchester forward both because I do not believe that economically and politically and work hard to my opponent is representing understand all projects and resident concerns the interests of the residents brought before the board. I will work closely of Ward 1. Instead, I believe with subdivision trustees and residents of Hamill he is representing his own per- Ward 3 and Manchester as a whole to address sonal interests. We do not need issues and concerns with an open line of coma politician as our representative; we need a munication through e-mail or phone calls. I

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Michele Bauer intend to keep Manchester a great place to Reelection is critical to live, raise families and be proud without any continuity and provides for negative publicity. experienced representation The biggest issue facing Manchester is the on council. I am running for division on the board of aldermen and the lack reelection as voters will elect of respect for the city government by the resiboth of their councilmembers dents. With the negative press, I have heard Bauer this April, due to an earlier citizens say they are “disgusted,” “frustrated” resignation. Normally, the two and even “embarrassed” to be associated with Manchester. With unity on the board, we can councilmembers run for election on alternate move forward with appointing a full time years providing for continuity in representapolice chief, solve stormwater issues through- tion. I currently serve as the chair of the counout the city and restore the dignity back to city cil’s Planning/Economic Development/Parks hall. Manchester is a great, family-oriented Committee, vice-chair of Crossings Commucommunity and I promise to work hard to nity Improvement District Board, and council liaison for the Citizens Park Advisory Comrestore the pride and integrity to the citizens. mittee. It is my objective to provide consistent representation and work toward accomplishing established goals. TOWN & COUNTRY Elected chair of the Planning/Economic Development/Parks Committee by fellow BOARD OF ALDERMEN council members, we worked to provide a high level of programs and events for the comWard 1 munity within budget. Over 90 recreational Lynn Wright, See response at opportunities will be offered this year. We newsmagazinenetwork.com. added new programs and kept the ever-popular events like summer movie nights. The city Ward 2 just completed the Rock Hollow Trail, Phase Tim Welby, no response received. VII of the Wildwood Greenway Corridor, pedestrian tunnel at Woods Road, and opened Ward 3 the new 14-acre Glencoe City Park. I would Fred Meyland-Smith, See response at like to continue building the foundations that newsmagazinenetwork.com. provide the strong sense of community we enjoy in Wildwood. Ward 4 Responsible fiscal management and a balJon Benigas, no response received. anced budget are imperative to a sound economic future for Wildwood. The city council recently adopted a balanced 2011 municipal budget. As vice-chair of the Crossings ComVILLAGE OF TWIN OAKS munity Improvement District, I am pleased that in the last year four new businesses have BOARD OF TRUSTEES been added in the Town Center located in Jason Sohn, no response received. Ward 8. We need to continue to keep the city’s Mary Young, no response received. Five Year Strategic Plan moving forward and Dennis Whitmore, no response received. grow responsibly with the desires of all the citizens of Wildwood in mind. WILDWOOD Larry Goodson I was appointed as counCITY COUNCIL cilmember for Ward 8 in Ward 1 2010 to fill a vacant position. David Hamrick, no response received. Since then I have voted on all items before the city council. Ward 2 Goodson I also serve on the city counEd Marshall, See response at cil Administration and Public newsmagazinenetwork.com. Works Committee. Before my appointment I interacted with the Planning & Zoning Commission and the city council as Ward 3 spokesperson for two Wildwood subdivisions. Harry LeMay, See response at I have 30-plus years of diverse business expenewsmagazinenetwork.com. rience and I am currently a partner and small business owner, working with manufacturing Mark S. Perez (name withdrawn) firms, utilities, government agencies and cities. I have resided in West County for 24 years. Ward 4 I want to work to maintain the unique charKatie Dodwell, See response at acter and economic development of the city newsmagazinenetwork.com. and the quality of life that Wildwood citizens want and deserve. I want to continue to serve Ward 5 No candidate filed; mayor appoints with the residents of Wildwood to make a positive impact on achieving sound business practices approval of City Council, prior to April 5. to guide the city. My priorities if elected are accountability to Ward 6 the people of the city and fiscal responsibilRon James, no response received. ity; continued support of a community that addresses improvement of both residential and Ward 7 commercial development; and continued supJohn McCulloch, no response received. port of a community philosophy that serves the needs of the residents and constituents. Ward 8 (two candidates to be elected) I believe the sound management of Wild-

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Tony Deluca I am a hard-working and Rowena Magrecki loyal resident of the city of I am running for this office Winchester. I have worked for because I feel I can help the another local municipality’s city move forward in a posipublic works department. I am tive manner. I intend to reprean Eagle Scout. I have been an sent the people of Wildwood. Deluca Magrecki independent contractor for 11 I have no personal political years dealing with the residenagenda. My top priority would be tial codes on a regular basis. I completed the to ensure the intentions on which the city of training class for IRC (International ResidenWildwood was founded remain the focus of tial Code) enforcement. Code enforcement is the government. In this challenging financial one of the duties of this office. I want to be a reliable and open voice for environment, it’s difficult for the city to remain committed to the Master Plan. With revenues communication between residents and city decreasing, it will be even more important for hall. I want to maintain the longevity of our comthe city to remain fiscally conservative, while not compromising the values on which the munity (and) help keep Winchester a good city was founded. Since the city’s revenues place to live and raise your family I will ensure Winchester is treated fairly are primarily limited to sales and utility taxes, they will need to continue to be creative with when dealing with the Great Streets Initiagrant-seeking, as well as be cautious with dis- tive project for Manchester Road. I will better the communication between elected officials, cretionary spending. I would like to see Wildwood develop a municipal employees, police and the residents. Recreational Center that fits the natural envi- I want to assist residents when dealing with ronment of the city. A properly planned, one- code enforcement. The biggest issue for Winchester is future of-a-kind facility would help promote a sense of community, while protecting Wildwood’s development of Manchester Road between Hwy. 141 and Hwy. 109. environment. Additionally, I would like to see the develPARKWAY SCHOOL DISTRICT opment of natural attractions in Wildwood, to include a wildlife sanctuary on the MerBOARD OF EDUCATION (three seats to amec River to attract Bald Eagles to the West be filled) County area. The biggest issue facing the city of WildDee A. Mogerman wood is maintaining the core values of the I am committed to public city in an expanding environment. I intend to education. Parkway must make sure that Wildwood does not become continue reevaluation of all like some other local municipalities, and have programs and budgets on an a government system that can no longer get ongoing basis to fulfill its things done effectively. Many politicians get lost in the politics and lose sight of what’s best Mogerman obligation to fulfill the disfor the city. I will make sure I am an effectrict’s mission of providing tive councilmember and do my best to see that excellence for all students fellow councilmembers act with the responsi- while remaining careful stewards of taxpayers’ bility entrusted to them. dollars. As a member of the Project Parkway Steering Committee for the past two years, I Doug Cameron, no response received. will be diligent in keeping the work of this long-term strategic planning process moving Mark Hayek forward, making certain this remains a priority Qualifications include: Vil- of the board. lages of Cherry Hills Master My top priorities are: 1) Supporting a Homeowners Association budget that remains student-focused, but also trustee/treasurer; city of Wild- fiscally responsible to the taxpayers. The diswood Planning & Zoning trict must continue to live within its means, Hayek Commission (2005-pres- especially in the current economy. 2) Conent), vice chair (September tinuing the important work of Project Parkway 2007-August 2008), chairman in an open, transparent manner and actively (August 2008-July 2009), vice-chair (August engaging community members in this process. 2010-present); member, city of Wildwood 3) Maintaining a safe, secure, respectful and Master Plan Advisory Group (2005-2006); caring school environment for all students, member, Town Center Advisory Panel. staff, parents and citizens. I am running for city council because I I will continue to focus on student achievefelt this was the next step in becoming more ment and require the district to maintain a involved in the city of Wildwood. fiscally responsible budget. I will support proIf elected, my top priorities are to represent grams that show evidence of student success the residents of Ward 8 and continue the great but cut those that do not. We need to continue progress Wildwood has already made. to be careful stewards of tax dollars. I will also work with my fellow board members so that WINCHESTER our new superintendent has a smooth transiBOARD OF ALDERMEN tion to the Parkway community. State cutbacks in education are expected Ward 1 but have not yet been identified. Parkway is Marie Bach, See response at currently in a better financial position than newsmagazinenetwork.com. many other districts due to prudent financial

NEWSMAGAZINENETWORK.COM planning, the passage of Proposition R and We are doing more with less. The biggest challenge is making sure each status as a hold harmless district. That could change quickly if the state alters how Parkway child is ready for the next step in their educais funded to cover shortfalls in other districts. tion – each grade to the next, elementary to We need to take action now, continuing to middle and high school to career. Most imporproactively identify and prioritize areas in tant is when they step into life after public the budget to find efficiencies and savings, education. We want to prepare them through seeking community partnerships and reor- our schools so they can meet any challenge ganizing departments, so we will not have that involves learning or character. In addition, student growth in some areas to cut areas of the budget affecting students. indicates a need to look at boundaries. That will be a challenge because we naturally Bruce Major I am presently serving as the develop loyalties and traditions but a crowded Parkway School Board presi- school is not the best learning environment. dent, have been on the board We can do better for our kids. Also we must improve accountability for for three years, have been an attorney in the community for teachers, administrators, budgets and actual Major 15 years and am a retired mili- money spent. Working as a team with the tary reservist (22 years active superintendent, staff, administrators and and reserve service in the U.S. teachers, parents and community (ie, Project Parkway) is the model to help us get there. Navy, 1985-2007). I am the parent of a 2009 graduate of ParkPatricia Adair way South High and a third grader at Oak I am a firm believer in setBrook Elementary and the spouse of a kinderting an example by educating garten teacher in the district. My passion for myself on the tasks, duties education and public service fit perfectly with and facts of the responsibilithe requirements of school board duty. I look ties I assume. Sound decisions forward to the opportunity to work with our cannot be made without conincoming superintendent, Dr. Keith Marty, to Adair sidering the impact and input implement the strategic plan being developed from the stakeholders in the by Project Parkway volunteers. To learn more about my positions please visit my campaign district. The students in the district are the major stakeholders. Teachers, parents, and blog at major4parkway.com/. My top priorities are to enable the ongoing administration are also stewards and stakework of Project Parkway and implementation holders. I have always wanted to be more of the district’s strategic plan, and maintain involved in the system in which I place my oversight of budget and operations to ensure trust to educate my children. I now have more efficiency and alignment to our Mission and to offer than a desire to serve. Vision. My top priorities are to work with the I plan to provide strong support to our other members of the school board, educaincoming superintendant, Dr. Keith Marty, so tors, administration, and parents to not only that he can lead Parkway to be the lighthouse address the goals of Project Parkway, but also school district that our patrons expect it to be. to propose and implement a scorecard system Revenue losses from reductions in local to ensure that the mission, values and practices assessed values, cuts in state/federal funding of the district are reevaluated and adjusted in coupled with ever increasing demands of the a sensible and timely manner. This will ensure No Child Left Behind law and other mandates that practices and mission are adjusted on an will require innovative leadership and contin- as-needed, but reasonable, basis and will not ued fiscal responsibility on the part of Park- grow so far out of alignment that the district way School District. requires a major restructuring such as Project Parkway. Chris Jacob I will achieve successful progress toward One cannot serve without Project Parkway goals by collaborating with learning. These past three and learning from other school board memyears have been a continuing bers and district stakeholders. I agree with the education and introduction philosophy and goals of Project Parkway, but into our learning environments. I also suggest reevaluation of those goals and Jacob There is unfinished business in addition of new goals as previous ones are helping to implement recom- accomplished. mendations of Project Parkway, helping a new Currently, the biggest issues for the district superintendent as he leads the district and I are addressing the overcrowding in the North am willing to devote time and energy to help area elementary schools, plus efficiency and Parkway achieve its goals and mission. equity district-wide. According to the task The first priority is to help the new super- force recommendations, the solution prointendent navigate the business of implement- posed is a temporary one. I am not opposed to ing Project Parkway. Laying the framework redrawing North area boundaries. However, if to ensure curious and capable learners of our that is the agreed upon decision, implementastudents will prepare them for a world vastly tion must be done with the utmost considerdifferent from the current one. I have certainly ation and care. I understand any solution will learned that we progress best when work is not please all stakeholders. The key will be collaborative. I believe we can put in place to minimize disruption for students, parents, a teacher evaluation process that helps teach- and teachers, while optimizing efficiency and ers improve their skills and practice and pro- making sure the solution(s) are viable for the vides valuable feedback to make them better long-term. teachers. Additionally, I know we have to be good stewards of how we spend the monies entrusted to the district from its stakeholders. ROCKWOOD SCHOOL DISTRICT We have begun this process of careful exami- (three seats to be filled) nation and review of each area’s expenditures.

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NEWSMAGAZINENETWORK.COM BOARD OF EDUCATION Keith Kinder My major reason for running for the Rockwood School District Board is to repay inkind to the students, parents, teachers, stakeholders and community for my memoKinder rable educational experiences in Rockwood over the last 25 years. I want to keep Rockwood’s status as a premier school district in the state and nation. I feel that I can be an asset to the Rockwood Limitand one coupon per customer, household. board community as Iper have experience not be combined with any other coupons or offers. inMay education andExpires the 12/2/08 understanding of educational management at the school and district level. I have worked with the youth and adults in education for my entire career helping them realize their goals and dreams so they have the knowledge, talents, and ability to think logically and be successful in the next phase of their career. I want to continue that help. My top priorities and the biggest issues facing Rockwood are: 1) Finance – Rockwood has done an exceptional job of being fiscally responsible as evidenced by eliminating over $22,000,000 from the budget during the last four years and next year as the economy has struggled. We must continue to be practical and intuitive with our finances, even after the economy improves. 2) Curriculum – Throughout the state, Rockwood is recognized as the leader in the development and implementation of curriculum and we are the model which other districts are emulating. Through our current restructuring we are ensuring that the unrivaled curriculum makes it from the starting point to the individual schools in the most efficient manner, teachers are trained appropriately to implement the curriculum fittingly, and the students are presented the curriculum in a manner that taps into their best method of learning. We must continue to refine this process. 3) Facilities and steady or declining enrollment – Rockwood has developed an excellent plan over the years of building for growth and upgrading facilities. Rockwood patrons have been very generous in passing Bond Issues (for 20-plus years consistently) to build and maintain our schools. Instead of constantly planning for increased enrollment, we can now plan for improving and maintaining what we have. We will be able to redirect resources from building schools and adding additional resources to devoting resources to improving what we already have. Rockwood has the best facilities by far but we need to continue that position by maintaining all of our schools. We must plan for the future, not just the present. I want the Rockwood board to make important decisions with the present in mind, and an understanding of the ramifications of the next couple of years and future of those decisions and how they shape our students’ education. I want the Rockwood board to have a seamless transition on decision-making with the new board members in April without excessive training. I want the new board to be able to make informed, intelligent, proactive, and student-centered decisions from Day 1.

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Stephen D. Smith I have been a resident taxpayer of the district for over 30 years. My children were educated in Rockwood and I have observed the district for that time. I have served on the board before and am familiar with the issues it faces. I am a collaborator whose goals are to continue and

improve the kinds of results that Rockwood has achieved. I have a unique set of experiences that have provided me with skills necessary to help effectively govern the district. My collaborative and leaderSmith ship skills should help the district to stay on task, which is to provide the best education possible with the resources available to it. The board’s top priority must be to hire the best superintendent and enable him/her to hire the best teachers and other professionals. These are the people who educate our children and make Rockwood the best district in Missouri. The board must allow those professionals to create the best curriculum and choose the best materials with which to produce the results for our children. Finally, the board must create and preserve a climate conducive to a safe, comfortable atmosphere in which to learn and work. I intend to help the board and the professionals it hires to continue to produce the best educational results available in the state within the resources available. Rockwood has provided a return on investment second to none in the state and I intend to continue that advantage. The biggest issue is dwindling resources due to many factors. It is dealt with by continuous evaluation of available resources, effectiveness of people and programs and achieved results. As best as possible, those items must be kept in balance and focused on children and their futures. Roger A. Stock Having recently retired from the Rockwood School District, I have reflected on my very rewarding and successful career as one member of a very Stock dedicated and committed team of administrators, staff, parents, and patrons who have worked collaboratively to take Rockwood School District from being a “Good” district to a “Great” district for our children/students. In retirement, I would like to give back to the Rockwood community by supporting and serving our “Great” district and contribute as a board director to ensure that Rockwood remains “Great” now and in the future. I want to dedicate my work on the board of education to serving and supporting our students, staff, and patrons to ensure our board, superintendent, administration, and staff provides the best educational programs possible while taking a “personalized approach” for each and every student so that he/she is prepared to confidently and capably perform as productive citizens of the 21st century. If elected, I intend to: be seen as a positive, student-focused, collaborative board member; commit myself to keeping Rockwood a “Great” district; support a tax levy; expect Rockwood to recruit and maintain high quality staff; work toward seeing that our staff is paid in the upper standings of all county districts vs. its current lower status – if we expect the best and get the best, we need to pay among the best. I have found many Rockwood patrons to believe we pay our staff among the highest. That is not so. The biggest issue facing our district is being in a pattern of deficit spending. The plain and simple facts are that we cannot continue this

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NEWSMAGAZINENETWORK.COM pattern and think that we can also maintain a “Great “district. We know when programs are compromised or dissolved it jeopardizes the quality of education provided to our children. Anyone who cares about our children does not want this to happen. As much as we don’t like taxes increased, we need to propose a tax levy that will provide adequate funding to keep our district “Great.” The last increase was in 1994.

I’m most concerned about the district’s finances and what that will mean in the next few years. There are many uncertainties about the state funding for our school district. In the coming months, we will have more of those answers. And then the real work starts – how to balance our budget. We will find answers; we have to. I know that we will have to make difficult choices to preserve the quality of education in our district. Throughout the process, that quality of education, that culture of achievement, must remain the focus for my children, and yours.

Kevin Paul Mabie I am proud to have 11 years of experience as a professional Michael “Mike” Geller, no response educator. My history working within schools has given me a received. firm understanding of the many Mabie METRO WEST FIRE PROTECTION responsibilities I will have as a member of the Rockwood DISTRICT School Board. I have worked BOARD OF DIRECTORS as a teacher and administrator in the Parkway School District and am part of its long-range Mike Noonan planning committee. I am confident that my My reasons for running for past experiences will allow me to serve the this office are: commitment to Rockwood community well. the community; dedication to With four children being raised in Rockhelping people prevent emerwood, my primary concern during the current gencies through awareness and budget crisis is keeping the focus of the dissafety education; providing a trict on student learning. I was a part of Fort Noonan positive example for commuZumwalt during its budget crisis in 2004 and nity service and involvement Parkway when it had financial need in 2006. I have witnessed first-hand the tough decisions to my two sons; and commitment to conservaa board has been faced with when a district tive values. My top priorities would be to: continue to is in financial trouble. I want to do my part to help Rockwood through its economic crisis, be fiscally conservative with taxpayers’ dolassuring that each of my four children have a lars, while ensuring the best in protection chance to benefit from the great school district for the residents of the district; continue the strong relationships with Ballwin, Ellisville, Rockwood currently is. In the next two years, I expect the board Wildwood and St. Louis County as partners in to solve Rockwood’s financial problems and emergency services; and maintain the “Triple have the district moving in a financially sound A” bond rating. I will continue the long tradition of exceldirection. The Rockwood School Board’s biggest lence in service to the residents of the Metro issue is the district’s inability to meet the West Fire Protection District by representing expectations of the community with the lim- the community, protecting the tax dollars, ited revenue it is receiving. The board needs to ensuring that we have the best firefighter/ work with district leaders in their effort to edu- paramedics and life saving equipment necescate the community about Rockwood’s need sary within fiscal limitations. for a tax levee increase. Board members must Tragedies do not always occur somewhere also take an active role in convincing the com- else. The reality that we could have an earthmunity that new tax revenue would be used quake, tornado or act of terrorism is a real responsibly, to maintain the programs that possibility. The biggest issue is two-fold, the currently set the district apart from others in awareness of hazards that could impact our the state and nation. I will be the active board communities and the training and skills of the member the community needs throughout this firefighter/paramedics that will meet the needs process. of the residents. As a board member I will continue to expand our resilience and preparaMatt Doell tions to emergencies both large and small. I I believe we have the very will maintain only the highest qualified, bestbest schools, and we must trained firefighter/paramedics to mitigate and keep them. It’s clear that finan- prevent our residents from facing the worst cial constraints are going to be day of their life. a continuing hurdle. I know Doell that I have a diversity of expeDenise Depelheuer rience and a real passion for Over the past several years, I quality education that can help have become involved in local, the board make the decisions it must. state and national political/ My top priorities are to: get the district to a government affairs. With the balanced budget for FY13 and beyond; help support of family and friends, I prioritize programs and academics to meet our Depelheuer decided it was time to apply my expectations of excellence for our kids; and business skills and experiences remain focused on the culture of achievement as an elected public servant rather than remain which has produced the outstanding perfor- a voting bystander. Because the make-up of mance of the Rockwood School District. the board has been relatively homogeneous I will support the Guiding Change process over the past several years, I believe I will initiated by our superintendent. I will review provide a fresh perspective in the oversight all board decisions with the principle of main- and administration of the district’s services. taining and improving the success of our stuMy top priorities if elected are: 1) Fiscal dents. responsibility – I will support programs and

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began in 2010 to combine the existing 911 dispatch centers in St. Louis County into a larger, more cost effective single 911 center. I will use the district’s resources to make Automated External Defibrillators available to schools and businesses at a reduced cost. Finally, I will ensure that the district reduces the number of work-related injuries which have resulted in unnecessary increases in costs for insurance premiums that are eventually passed directly onto the taxpayers. I intend to make sure that there are no reductions in the services the district provides to its residents, including ambulance, rescue and fire services. Many fire districts have had to cut back on services in response to difficult economic times and I am pleased that, during my tenure on the board, that has not occurred. I will explore funding mechanisms that will allow the district to proceed with construction of a new station on land purchased several years ago, but will only do so if it can be done with no tax increase. Finally, I will continue to lead the district’s efforts to make use of advanced technology for EMS and rescue services as well as training.

Steven O. Swyers I am a CPA and a partner with PricewaterhouseCoopers-St. Louis. I have extensive experience in servicing large, multinational clients in Swyers a variety of industries. I am a member of the American MONARCH FIRE PROTECTION DISInstitute of CPAs and the Missouri Society TRICT of CPAs and presently serve on the boards of the Greater St. Louis Area Boy Scouts and Board of Directors Webster University. In the past I have served as a board member of Junior Achievement, Richard Gans I have established a record Center of Contemporary Arts, Arts & Educaof service to the citizens and tion Council, St. Louis Art Museum Corporate businesses of the fire district as Partnership, University of Missouri-St. Louis a fiscal conservative. My lead- Chancellors Council, St. Louis RCGA, and St. ership in reducing expenses Louis Regional Business Council. Gans I believe my experience and skills in the and reducing the district’s tax rates have resulted in balanced area of financial discipline, leadership and budgets, despite these challenging economic communications can add significant benefits times. As the owner of a small business in the to the Monarch Fire District. I am dedicated to creating a level of openfire district I know what it means to operate within a budget and I bring that experience to ness in our fire district. We will work together the fire district. I have introduced technology to ensure the public trust and to establish that has led to improved ambulance response transparency and public participation. Additimes and the ability to locate cell phone calls tionally, the following would be priorities: exercise financial discipline without raising dialing 911. Since 2005, I have witnessed an ongoing taxes; improve the public perception of the effort to wrestle control of the district away fire district; work efficiently and effectively from those citizens and businesses who are with directors, staff and/or firefighters; create served by the district and pay its taxes, in favor a reverse 911 system that will alert residents of of placing it in the control of those who work eminent hazards such as severe weather condifor the district, namely the Public Employees tions and hazardous material spills; and make Fire Fighters Union 2665. I want to make sure automated external defibrillators accessible in that never happens. I am currently involved schools and businesses at a low cost. I believe improving the public perception of in a cost saving project to combine St. Louis County’s three major fire and ambulance 911 the Monarch Fire District is the biggest issue centers into one, more efficient dispatch center facing our fire district. Over time, with consisand I plan to see this through. I am regularly tent communication and collaboration... approached by both citizens and business owners who look to me to solve problems and be their voice in their governance of the fire district. They are the ones who came to me and asked me to seek election to this position again. I have kept a promise in 2005 not to ever bill residents for ambulance services and I will continue that pledge if I am elected again. I will continue to oppose the effort to impose newsmagazinenetwork.com a new sales tax, which began in 2009 and continues today. I will see through the effort I

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A program by Marc Kolbaum, curator of Jefferson Barracks Historic Park, on The Civil War in Missouri is at 7 p.m. on Wed., March 23 in the community room of West County EMS and Fire Station (223 Henry Ave. in Manchester). The event is sponsored by Old Trails Historical Society and includes discussion on Jefferson Barracks, Missouri battles and generals, the new Civil War Museum and more. Call Carole at (314) 517-7430. • • • A Movie at Crown Center is from 2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Tues., March 29 at Crown Center for Senior Living (8350 Delcrest Drive). The movie played will be “Breakfast at Tiffany’s.” The event is free. For more information, contact Haley Organ at (314) 991-2055 or e-mail her at horgan@ crowncenterstl.org. • • • Wildwood Family Y hosts the Ste. Genevieve Y Day Trip from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Thurs., March 31 with the group boarding a luxury charter coach at the Y (2641 Hwy. 109). Participants take in French colonial history and charm, visit the Historic Old Brick House and shop at

The Authors Brunch fundraiser, featuring guest speakers Mary Higgins Clark and Carol Higgins Clark, is from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Sat., April 16 at the Missouri Athletic Club (405 Washington Ave.). The authors’ new suspense novels are available for purchase and signing. Mary Higgins Clark has sold more than 100 million copies of her 29 novels, three collections of stories and a memoir. Two of her novels have been made into feature films, and many of her other works have been made into tele- Mary Higgins Clark vision films. Mary will focus her appearance on speaking about her writing career, her charity work and her new book, “I’ll Walk Alone,” to be released in April. Carol Higgins Clark is the daughter of Mary Higgins Clark and the author of 13 Regan Reilly mysteries. She has co-authored five holiday thrillers with her mother and will speak about her career path, her transition from acting to writing, and how she and her mother work together. Carol’s new book, “Mobbed: A Regan Reilly Mystery,” also will be released in April. Tickets are $55 for a regular guest ticket or $75 for a patron ticket. Funds support the programs of the Assistance League. The registration deadline is April 4, or when all tickets are sold. To register, visit tiny.cc/authorsbrunchinvite. the famed Oberle Meats. Transportation, tours, lunch and tip are included for a $50 fee. Sign up at ymcastlouis.org or call 4586364. • • • An adult egg hunt is from 9 p.m. to 11

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weight may decrease the risk for colorectal cancer. Evidence is less clear about other ways to prevent the disease. Currently, there is no consensus on the role of diet in preventing colorectal cancer, but medical experts recommend a diet low in animal fats and high in fruits, vegetables and whole grain products to reduce the risk of other chronic diseases, such as coronary artery disease and diabetes. Researchers also are examining the role of certain medications and supplements, including aspirin, calcium, vitamin D, and selenium, in preventing colorectal cancer. If concerned about a family member or loved one who is older than age 50 and putting off getting tested, some tips can help to jumpstart the conversation. Start by saying, “I care about you,” explain the reasons for getting tested and offer support when necessary. If patients act early, they have a good chance of preventing or finding the cancer when it can be treated more easily. If the doctor does find polyps inside the colon, they can be removed before they become cancer.

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muscular toned sheet metal, delivering athletic good looks and unsurpassed aerodynamics. ” Standard roof rack, rounded corners, shorter overhang, and aggressive wheels and tires provide the rugged cues that customers recognize in an SUV. From the rear, LED stop lamps glow from the jewellike taillamp cluster. The Explorer name projects from the rear liftgate appliqué. As with the exterior, the Explorer interior design brief was to modernize, making soft-touch surfaces and occupant comfort key priorities. A goal was to make the Explorer interior a three-row medium for the technology, convenience and connectivity it contains, while inspiring driver confidence in dynamic driving on any road, anytime, anywhere. The feeling of the interior is one of an upscale, premium vehicle, from the choice of materials to the high levels of fit-and-finish. “Make it look expensive: That was my goal for the new Explorer interior,” said Mike Arbaugh, interior studio manager. “This is a vehicle that challenges higher-end SUVs like BMW X5 and Audi Q7, so the interior design,

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Catch a Lenten fish fry in West County The Lenten season is underway, and with it comes a flourish of neighborhood fish fries. Here are several that can be caught in West County: Ballwin VFW Hall 115 Mimosa Lane, Ballwin 527-9555 5 p.m. on Fridays through April 22 (open on Good Friday) Notes: Full fish dinner is $8.50 and includes entrée, sides and dessert. Fish sandwich is $6.50; one pound of cod for $10; half-pound for $6. Dine in or carry out. • • • Bethel United Methodist Church 17500 Manchester Road, Wildwood 458-2255 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Sat., April 9 Notes: Dine in or carry out. • • • Creve Coeur American Legion Post 397 934 Rue De La Banque, Creve Coeur (314) 872-3186 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Fridays through April 22 (open on Good Friday) Notes: Cod, catfish, shrimp, or fried

chicken; hush puppies, coleslaw, spaghetti, potato salad, French fries; desserts; dine in or carry out. • • • Holy Infant Church and School 248 New Ballwin Road, Ballwin 227-7440 4:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Fridays through April 15 Notes: Grouper, salmon, cod, shrimp meals, sandwiches, a la carte items, sides and desserts including Fritz’s frozen custard and cotton candy; separate children’s menu includes cheese pizza. Prices vary; dine in or carry out. • • • Incarnate Word Parish 13416 Olive Blvd., Chesterfield (314) 576-5366 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Fridays through April 15 Notes: Fried Icelandic cod or premium butterfly shrimp; dine in, carry out or buy in bulk; $8 for the full dinner platter, $4 for the half dinner platter; $1 for sides and desserts. • • • Manchester American Legion Post 439 225 Old Sulphur Spring Road, Man-

chester 391-9424 4 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Fridays through April 22 (open on Good Friday) Notes: Fish dinners and sandwiches, sides, desserts, dine in or carry out. • • • Most Sacred Heart Parish 350 E. 4th St., Eureka 938-5048 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Fridays through April 22 (open on Good Friday) Notes: Dine in or carry out in gymnasium, or all-you-can-eat buffet in Father Dowling Hall with seating at 5 p.m. or 6:30 p.m. Call for buffet reservations. • • • Sacred Heart Catholic Church 17 Ann Ave., Valley Park 225-5268 4 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Ash Wednesday, Mar. 9, and Fridays through April 15 Notes: Baked and fried fish dinner plates to include tilapia and Jack salmon; sides and desserts also available. Prices vary; dine in or carry out. • • • St. Alban Roe 2001 Shepherd Road, Wildwood 458-2977

4 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Ash Wednesday, Mar. 9; and 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Fri., April 15 Notes: Ash Wednesday menu includes two-piece fish dinner with sides and roll for $9, dine in or carry out. Fri., April 15 menu items include fried cod; cheese and veggie pizza; hush puppies and fries; macaroni and cheese and salad. Cost is $10 per adult, $5 per child, $8 for seniors. Meals include a drink and dessert. Dine in only. • • • St. Clare of Assisi 15642 Clayton Road, Ellisville 394-7307 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Fridays through April 15 Notes: Menu entrée items include fried or stuffed cod; peel-and-eat shrimp; cod bisque; cheese pizza; cheese sticks; sides include macaroni and cheese, applesauce, slaw, green beans and spaghetti; kids’ meals also available. Items are individually priced; dine in or carry out.

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Whittaker’s New Town at St. Charles is the cure for wintertime blues “People are tired of winter and looking forward to spring,” says Greg Whittaker, president of Whittaker Homes. And what better place to enjoy spring than at The New Town at St. Charles? The events calendar fills up pretty quickly with concerts, karaoke, trivia nights, music and wine festivals and even a town Easter egg hunt. Residents can enjoy shopping at Marsala’s Market, Second Hand Rose décor and gifts and other stores, as well as fine dining at Padavan’s NY restaurant. Plus there’s the recently expanded New Town Fitness. As the weather warms, families have fun under the sun at Shire Lane Pool and crowds gather to watch and participate in sand volleyball. “There are so many things to do at New Town,” said Whittaker. “It’s just an unbelievable place. We’re writing contracts every week.” In fact, more than 1,000 families and individuals have purchased homes in New Town since it opened in 2003. “We’ve sold more homes in just seven years in New Town than any other project in our company’s 30-year history,” noted Whittaker. “People like the close-in location in the city of St. Charles, the products and the pricing, Whittaker said. “We have real wooden porches, pre-finished fiber cement siding, Azek trim and fascia and other extras that you don’t get in other communities.” The big news for spring includes two recently introduced homestyles. Buyers can choose from three versions of uniquely designed Cottage Villas with two bedrooms and two baths priced from $128,500 to $148,500. “People have been asking for these,” Whittaker said. “There are no monthy maintenance fees as with many villas. Here, you own your homesite.” Also attracting a lot of attention is a pair of new two-story models with four bedrooms priced from just $149,500. “Many people think we’re advertising a ranch at

this price, but this is a two-story home.” But there’s more! Many have been asking about larger lots at NewTown,Whittaker said, “so we created a neighborhood of half-acre homesites that we call Sycamore Crossing. It’s just a two-minute walk from everything. Buyers can meet with our town architect, Tim Bussee, and design a custom home as one couple did recently.” To visit New Town take Highway 370 to north on New Town Boulevard 1.5 miles to the entrance on the right. Call 636-9492700 or visit www.newtownatstcharles. com. Meanwhile, at Whittaker’s Glenhurst townhome community in Wentzville, value-hunting buyers will delight in a four-bedroom, 2½-bath home with two-car garage from just $116,500. “We’ve sold nearly three dozen since these new plans were introduced,” Whittaker noted. The townhomes, which feature new elevations, are only attached at the two-car garage, and buyers have their own front yard and large back yard, so there are no monthly maintenance fees. Glenhurst has an ideal location just minutes from Wentzville Parkway shopping. To visit Glenhurst take I-70 to Wentzville Parkway to west on the South Service Road to left on Point Prairie Road. Call 636-332-9988. At Whittaker’s nearby Golf Club of Wentzville on Hepperman Road in Wentzville, a new series of detached villas priced from the $120,000s is available in this quiet, 18-hole championship golf course community. Single-family homes also start from the $120’s. Call 636-332-0052. And just off I-70 on Highway Z in Wentzville, Whittaker is nearing closeout at famous Stone Meadows, the fastestselling community in St. Charles County for many years. Fewer than two dozen homesites remain. For information call 636-332-0052. Visit www.whittakerhomes. com for details on all Whittaker Homes communities.

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Mortgage companies make money in two main ways: Financing the purchase of homes and refinancing homes already purchased. Up to now, historically low mortgage rates have driven a strong refi market. As rates start to climb over 5%, a big concern for many mortgage bankers is what happens when all the refinance business dries up. It’s a big concern because folks who have recently refinanced probably will stay in the same homes — with the same loans — for a long time. They don’t want to give up their very low rates by moving or refinancing. On the plus side, even though that group is effectively out of the market there’s a whole ‘nother bunch of buyers who have been waiting for the Recession to ease up so they could get back in - so there actually is a pent-up demand for homes. What’s more, housing prices are expected to bottom out this year. “Pricing is down so much in some markets that when you analyze renting versus owning it makes much more sense to own,” says Michael Larson, a real-estate analyst at Weiss Research in Jupiter, Fla. The National Association of Realtors reported that residential resales improved by 2.7% in January, the fifth increase in the past six months. The Mortgage Bankers Association predicts that home sales will rise 2% this year and 16% in 2012. And sales of new homes should rise by 20% in 2011 and 40% in 2012. Here’s why: Housing is the most affordable it has been in decades, according to analysts at Moody’s Analytics. Right now, nationally, the cost of a house is the equivalent of about 19 months of total pay for an average family, the lowest level in 35 years. Prices usually average close to two years’ pay, although that varies across the country. Younger workers who are still living at home with their parents, couples who are renting and individuals who have doubled up with roommates due to an uncertain economy are about to wake up and smell the savings. As the labor market improves, these potential households will be unlocked, and that will help to reduce the excess supply of housing – perhaps faster than many ana-

lysts expect. Here’s what else is happening: A four-bedroom home from $116,500? It’s true. At Whittaker Homes’ Glenhurst townhome community in Wentzville, value-hunting buyers will find a four-bedroom, 2½-bath home with twocar garage from just $116,500. “We’ve sold nearly three dozen since these new plans were introduced,” said Greg Whittaker. The townhomes, which feature new elevations, are only attached at the two-car garage, and buyers have their own front yard and large back yard, so there are no monthly maintenance fees. To visit take I-70 to Wentzville Parkway to west on the South Service Road to left on Point Prairie Road. Call 636332-9988. At Whittaker’s nearby Golf Club of Wentzville on Hepperman Road in Wentzville, a new series of detached villas priced from the $120,000s is available in this quiet, 18-hole championship golf course community. Single-family homes also start from the $120’s. Call 636-332-0052. And just off I-70 on Highway Z in Wentzville, Whittaker is nearing closeout at Stone Meadows, the fastest-selling community in St. Charles County for many years. Fewer than two dozen homesites remain. For information call 636-332-0052. Visit www. whittakerhomes.com for details on all Whittaker Homes communities. Warmer weather is on its way, and it’s the perfect time to make Thomas & Suit Homes’ Wyndgate Forest your new-home destination. Here, the spring foliage will be absolutely breathtaking, with 55 acres of spectacular wooded common ground, four magnificent parks and scenic walking trails. And with summer approaching, Wyndgate Forest homeowners can enjoy an outstanding swimming pool with an impressive brick bath house, two sports courts and bicycle lanes. As if that’s not enough, Wyndgate Forest’s great location near Highway 40 and Highway N puts you minutes from dining, entertainment and shopping. Does all this make you want to move in right now? Then Thomas & Suit has a beautiful Persimmon 1 ½-story

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just for you. Priced at only $449,000 this 3,311-square-foot home takes full advantage of the park-like Wyndgate Forest surroundings. T&S Homes also is building at Sommers Landing and The Enclave at Sommers Pointe, where the brand-new Alberta ranch awaits. The 2,260-square-foot Alberta has 11-foot ceilings in the great room, breakfast room, hearth room and kitchen, and is priced at just $329,000. For information call 636-561-2173 or visit www. tshomes.net. Payne Family Homes prides itself in listening to customers, says Sales and Marketing Director Ed Lott. As a result, the homebuilder has introduced a new line of homes called the Vision Series, “a visionary collection of customer-designed homes at prices and sizes consistent with the way you want to live,” according to their advertisements. The seven all-new designs have features such as two master suites with luxury baths and walk-in closets, multipurpose rooms, and a single-level model that offers an optional penthouse suite. The Vision Series is available at Ashton Woods in Eureka; Ohmes Farm, Bella Vista and The Pointe at Heritage Crossing, all in St. Peters. Prices start in the upper $100,000s. In addition to the new Vision Series, Payne recently announced that it is now selling homes from the low $200,000s at Boulder Ridge on Highway Z just south of I-70. For information call 314-477-1218 or go to www. paynefamilyhomes.com. By the way, Payne Family Homes is enjoying its best year ever – a more than 242% increase in home sales (35 in 2009 to 85 in 2010), nearly tripling its 2009 revenues. Who would have thought that there’d be time when it was cheaper to buy than rent? Actually, when you consider the tax advantages of home ownership, it’s always smarter to buy, and in the case of Parkside Commons Condominiums off Vance Road in Valley Park, there are even more reasons. The garden-style two-bedroom, two-bath units offer around 1,180 square feet and are currently priced from $127,900. With FHA/MHDC financing, buyers can move in for as little as $1,900 and as a bonus their condo fees will be paid for the first year. But that’s not all. Buyers can receive $4,000 to spend any way they wish, appliances, closing costs and more upgrades, plus choose between a refrigerator or full-sized washer and dryer. Only a few homes remain available in the first of two midrise buildings, which back to forest land that has been donated for use as a park and wildlife trails. Construction of the

second building will begin in May and a community swimming pool is planned. Parkside Commons is being developed by Larry Hedrick, son of former Valley Park Mayor Cal Hendrick, and is offered by Robert Biggs Realtors. For information call 636-225-8585. Consort Homes, the largest “certified green builder” in Missouri, has been recognized by national home builder organization Builder Partnerships for delivering one of the highest levels of customer service in the home building industry. “We are proud to be one of only a few home builders to receive this award from Builder Partnerships,” said Ken Stricker, CEO of Consort Homes. “The service rating we received is a testament to our commitment to customer service and solidifies what customers already know – that Consort Homes provides quality homes and is the only builder for them.” Consort was the third largest single-family home builder in St. Louis in 2010, closing on 84 homes, which was a 50 percent increase from 2009. The company expects to see a 25 percent increase in growth in 2011. Consort has 14 communities under development in Arnold, Chesterfield, Creve Coeur, Dardenne Prairie, Florissant, Imperial, Lake Saint Louis, St. Charles, St. Peters and Wentzville. Visit www. consort-homes.com. Big premiere this Friday (March 11) for three new models at Greater Missouri Builders’ Townhomes at Queensbrooke off Harvester Road and Highway 94 in St. Peters. “Sales have been great here and at our Queensbrooke condos,” reports Kim Davison-Whalen, residential sales and marketing director for GMB. The new townhomes have two- car detached garages “with a nicesized back yard between them,” Whalen said, “and all have large eat-in kitchens with center islands.” Exteriors a combination of brick and low-maintenance cement board siding. The standard Elizabeth model has two bedrooms and a loft, the Victoria has three bedrooms and a special version of the Elizabeth features two – yes, two - master suites. For details call 636-936-3615. “We have started construction on two new inventory homes at Brunhaven, now priced from the $280’s,” she added. “There is only one inventory home for sale there now with an asking price of $349,900. It’s a Carlton model with two bedrooms, two baths and an open floor plan.” Brunhaven is located on Olive Boulevard two miles north of Highway 40 in Chesterfield. Call 314-576-0404. Visit www. greatermissouribuilders.com.

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The Chesterfield Chamber of Commerce 20th annual Business EXPO and Showcase is from 4 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Thurs., March 10 at Doubletree Hotel in Chesterfield. More than 80 businesses and organizations showcase their products and services. Call 532-3399 or visit chesterfieldmochamber.com. • • • The West County Chamber of Commerce and Wildwood Business Association hold Business After Hours from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Thurs., March 10 at the Ballwin Golf Club clubhouse. To register, call 230-9900 or visit westcountychamber. com. • • • The Chesterfield Chamber of Commerce holds a general membership meeting at 11:30 a.m. on Wed., March 16 at Doubletree Hotel in Chesterfield. Corey Simek of the U.S. Department of Commerce is the

guest speaker. Admission is $20 for members and $25 for non-members. To register, call 532-3399 or visit chesterfieldmochamber.com by March 14. • • • “All You Need to Know to Land a Job,” an informational, four-part seminar, is from 9 a.m. to noon on Tues., March 15, Thurs., March 17, Tues., March 22 and Thurs., March 24 in the third-floor ministry center at St. John Lutheran Church (15800 Manchester Road in Ellisville). Contact Linda at 779-2309 or visit stjstl.net for details. • • • The West County Chamber of Commerce holds a general membership meeting from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wed., March 23 at Forest Hills Country Club in Chesterfield. Admission is $21 for members and $25 for guests. To register, call 2309900 or visit westcountychamber.com by March 20.

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Enter t ai n ment Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater returns to St. Louis on March 11-12 at The Fox Theatre. Photo by Andrew Eccles

BENEFITS Bob Costas Benefit featuring Faith Hill and Conan O’Brien, April 2, The Fox Theatre

COMEDY Jeff Foxworthy, Bill Engvall and Larry the Cable Guy, March 11, Scottrade Center Bob Saget, March 19, Lumiere Place

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FESTIVALS Greater St. Louis Jazz Festival, April 14-16, The Touhill

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Com mu n it y Event s ART Thimble and Thread Quilt Guild of Greater St. Louis hosts a Quilt Expo with the theme “Fabric Addict’s Paradise” from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sat., March 19 and from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sun., March 20 at Queeny Park (550 Weidman Road). At least 300 quilts are on display, with both traditional and contemporary designs. Charity quilts benefit Angels’ Arms of St. Louis, and quilting technique demonstrations are included. Admission is $7 for adults, $1 for children 6 to 12 and free for younger children. Visit thimbleandthreadstl.org. • • • A Greater St. Louis Art Association Art Fair is from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Fri., April 8, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Sat., April 9 and from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sun., April 10 at the Greensfelder Recreation Center in Queeny Park. More than 120 juried artists from across the country exhibit digital art, fabric, fiber, glass, jewelry, mixed media, acrylic, oil, watercolor painting, photography, pottery, sculpture and wood. Wine tasting and sales and jazz music also are featured. Admission is $5 at the door, and children younger than age 18 are admitted free of charge. Proceeds benefit an art scholarship fund. Visit gslaa.org.

BENEFITS Boy Scout Troop 456 is accepting orders for its annual mulch fundraiser until March 24. Orders of five to 15 individual 2-cubic-foot bags of premium, doubleshredded hardwood mulch are $4.25 per bag, 16-29 bags are $4 per bag and 30 or more bags are $3.75 per bag. Bags are delivered to the purchaser’s home on Sat., April 2, or customer pick-up is available at a reduced rate of $3.25 per bag from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Sat., April 2 and from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sun., April 3 at Zick’s Great Outdoors (16498 Clayton Road in Wild-

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for a table of eight. The event supports the group’s trip to Houston, Texas. Call Bunny at (314) 961-3743 or (314) 496-7110, or Janet at 394-7282 or 346-4818. • • • Recycled Treasures LLC hosts a Dollar Dash Sale from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Mon., March 21 at Gateway Academy (17815 Wild Horse Creek Road in Chesterfield). The event is held in conjunction with Recycled Treasures’ Spring/Summer Kids Consignment Sale (March 19-21). Upscale kids’/teen clothing, shoes, toys, baby equipment, nursery/juvenile furniture and more are featured. During the Dollar Dash, items not sold earlier are drastically reduced in price with 90 percent of proceeds donated to Missouri Special Olympics and 10 percent to Gateway Academy. Visit recycledkidstreasures.com. • • • A Shoe-per World Water Day Celebration is from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Tues., March 22 at Shoeman Water Projects (1603 Manufacturers Drive in Fenton). The event celebrates the nonprofit’s new office and warehouse, and includes games, fun refreshments and live music. There are also presentations about efforts to bring water to people in Kenya and Haiti. For details or to donate to the shoe drive, visit shoeman.org. • • • Ballwin Historical Commission hosts a

used book and bake sale from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Thurs., March 24, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Fri., March 25, and from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sat., March 26 at the Pointe at Ballwin Commons. A pre-sale on Thursday requires $5 admission. Proceeds benefit the renovation of Ballwin’s original schoolhouse. Used books are accepted beginning March 23. For details, visit ballwin.mo.us. • • • Support Dogs, Inc. hosts its sixth annual Tacky Ball with the theme “The Dogfather: A Gala You Can’t Refuse” from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. on Sat., March 26 at the Hyatt Regency St. Louis Riverfront (315 Chestnut St.). Dinner, live and silent auctions and dancing with the Dr. Zhivegas band included. Proceeds benefit Support Dogs, Inc., which provides assistance dogs to individuals with disabilities. Tickets are $85 per person or $1,500 for a 10-person table. To reserve a seat, call (314) 9972325 or visit supportdogs.org. • • • Circle Of Concern Night With the Blues is on Tues., March 29, when the Blues play the Minnesota Wild at the Scottrade Center. Upper level tickets from Circle cost $20 per seat, and the nonprofit retains $5 of each ticket to help with charitable activities. Call 861-2623 or visit circleofconcern.org. • • • Rockwood Parents as Teachers host a

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FAMILY AND KIDS The Greater St. Louis Puppet Guild, the Regional Arts Commission and the Faust Park foundation sponsor puppet shows at 10 a.m. (doors open at 9:30 a.m.) on Fridays through March 25 at the St. Louis Carousel at Faust Park. Tickets are $5 in advance or $6 on the day of the performance and include a carousel ride. Children younger than 12 months are admitted free. Call (314) 615-8383. • • • March Morpho Mania is from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. through Thurs., Mar. 31 (closed on Mondays) at the Sophia M. Sachs Butterfly House (15193 Olive Blvd. in Chesterfield). Up to 3,000 bright blue morpho butterflies

with 8-inch wingspans are in free flight. Admission is $6 for adults, $4 for children ages 3 to 12 and free for younger children. Visit butterflyhouse.org or call 530-0076. • • • Friday Night Live for middle school students, ages 11 to 14, is from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Fridays, March 11 and April 8, at The Lodge Des Peres. The event is $5 and includes activities, games, fitness classes and more. For details, visit thelodgedesperes.com. • • • A family overnight is from 6:30 p.m. on Fri, Mar. 11 until 10:30 a.m. on Sat., Mar. 12 at the Dana Brown Overnight Center at the Shaw Nature Reserve. Participants can enjoy hikes, a craft and hands-on educational activities. Breakfast is provided. The event is geared toward ages 4 to 13 with an adult; registration is required. The cost is $60. Call (314) 577-5140 or visit mobot. org/classes. • • • Wetlands for Kids Day is from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sat., April 2 at August A. Busch Memorial Conservation Area (2360 Highway D in St. Charles). Outdoor adventures and hands-on learning opportunities for children of all ages are featured The event is hosted by the Missouri Department of Conservation and Ducks Unlimited, and sponsored by the Dana Brown Foundation and U.S. Bank. For details, call 441-4554. • • • An Easter Egg Hunt is 10 a.m. on Sat., April 23 at Des Peres Park. Children ages 3 to 6 can participate, and the Easter Bunny will be available for pictures. The event is free. For details, visit desperesmo.org. • • • Manchester Munchkins, a creative playtime for 2- to 5-year-olds, is from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Thurs., April 28 and Thurs., May 19 at Paul A. Schroeder Park outside Pavilion 1 by the park office. Sessions include story time, crafts, games, a snack and activities. An adult should stay with the child, and cost is $6 per session. For details, call 391-6326, ext 400.

LIVE PERFORMANCES Marquette Theatre Company presents the musical “Hairspray” at 7 p.m. on Fri., March 11 and Sat., March 12 at Marquette High School (2351 Clarkson Road in Chesterfield). Tickets are $8 in advance and $10 at the door. Call 891-6000. • • • Brian Owens performs at Fridays Uncorked at 8 p.m. on Fri., March 11 at Chesterfield Arts (444 Chesterfield Center). The jazz singer and cover artist performs in an intimate setting. A $30 ticket includes admission, beverage and dessert. For tickets, visit chesterfieldarts.org or call 5191955.

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Nicoletti’s S T E A K & PA S TA

LUNCH : Tues - Fri • 11-3 p.m. DINNER : Tues-Thurs • 5-9:30 p.m. Friday & Saturday • 5-10 p.m. Sunday • 4-9:30 p.m. Featuring Fresh Seasonal Cuisine at a Modest Price Point

79 Forum Center Olive & Woodsmill Chesterfield 314.52.FRESH (37374)

Now A Non-Smoking Establishment

SUNDAYS All You Can Eat Fried Chicken w/ Salad, Fries & Slaw $8.95

MONDAYS

Lunch Tues-Fri 11am-2pm Dinner Mon-Sun Starting at 4pm

$5.00 Off

w i t h m i n i m u m p u r c h a s e o f $ 2 0 .00 Carry Out or Dine In N o t Va l i d w i t h a n y o t h e r c o u p o n s or on Holidays

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(Highway 141 and Big Bend Road)

636.225.4222

Ask About Our Early Bird Specials Monday - Friday 4:30 - 6:00 pm From $9.95

14” Unlimited Topping Pizza $ 10.95 • After 6pm

LATE NIGHT HAPPY HOUR Sun-Thurs 10pm-12am $5 Appetizers • $2 Domestics $5 Pitchers

DAILY LENTEN SPECIALS EVERYDAY 16 oz. Pork Chop - $13.95 14 oz. Ribeye - $16.95 8 oz. Sirloin - $10.50 Open 8am Mon-Sat • 9am on Sundays

49 Clarkson Road • Ellisville One block North of Clarkson & Manchester

636.394.9502

www.carmodyspub.net

Yeah, we still have the

Tenderloin Steak Special for only 11.95 $

(Includes a side dish and salad) Monday thru Thursday

15310 Manchester Road

636-391-3700

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By SUZANNE CORBETT After 30 years in business, Carmody’s Pub & Eatery has become a place of camaraderie. “That’s why I say we’re like a Cheers bar with a highscale menu,” Carmody’s co-owner John Waldmann, said. Carmody’s menu is just that – high-scale and expansive. It is unlike other pub restaurants with its surprising mix of pub grub and comfort food sprinkled with gourmet fare. “You won’t find bouillabaisse (French fish soup) anywhere else,” said Waldmann, who obtained the recipe from a French chef. “It’s made with shrimp, scallops and crabmeat and served with French bread, of course.” Besides the bouillabaisse, Carmody’s fills its soup bowls with homemade French onion, chili and a soup du jour. Complement a cup of soup with a light salad – a simple tossed dinner mix of lettuce, tomato, onions and croutons. For larger appetites, seven entrée salads are available, with some that offer a few recipe twists, such as the Fiesta Salad with Cajun Chicken and the Cobb Salad.

Carmody’s Pub & Eatery 49 Clarkson Road • Ellisville (636) 394-9502 8 a.m. to 1:30 a.m., Mon. – Sat.; 9 a.m. to 12 a.m. on Sun. Happy Hour: 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., Mon. – Fri. Late Night Happy Hour: 10 p.m. to midnight, Sun. – Thurs. www.carmodyspub.net

FISH FRY!

Burgers and sandwiches run the gambit from Philly Roast Beef to Greek Gyros. Among the most popular are the Reuben and the Fitzburger, a Swiss cheeseburger. The Fitz was named for Fitz’s, an old store that once operated at the corner of Clarkson and Manchester roads. “When we tried to take the Fitz off the menu, people wanted to know what happened to their Fitzburger, so we had to bring it back,” Waldmann said. “ I haven’t been able to take anything off the menu, because everything sells.” Carmody’s’ variety is designed to satisfy cravings. Pub food-lovers are encouraged to check out the appetizers. Traditional favorites, including chicken wings and toasted ravioli, vie for atten- John Waldmann,, owner of Carmody’s Pub & Eatery. tion along with retro munchies, such as mini tacos and fried chicken livers or gizzards. For those wanting dinner available options are the gourmet entrées, such as Chicken with sides, Carmody’s has it covered. Steaks, chops and Oscar – chicken breast topped with crabmeat, asparagus breaded shrimp are offered as daily specials, along with and hollandaise. the 14-ounce Rib Eye, served with salad, potato and a “Don’t forget we have pizza night on Mondays and an veggie side. all-you-can-eat fried chicken special on Sundays,” said If diners have trouble figuring out what they are hungry Waldmann, noting that each month’s daily specials are for on the regular menu, they should ask to see the daily posted online. dinner calendar. Each day features something new with With an abundance of food choices and a vintage bar typically, a traditional comfort food. The past month’s serving the thirsty with its own drink specials, one can menu featured beef tips with mushroom gravy, open-faced understand why Carmody’s encourages customers to “hang roast beef, barbecue ribs and meatloaf on Tuesdays. Other your hat, feel at home and be surrounded by friends.”

FOR ST. PATRICK’S DAY

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Annual Corned Beef & Cabbage

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Keith’s electric, llc

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NOTicE Of PUBlic HEaRiNG city of clarkson Valley, Missouri Notice is hereby given:

Vacation Rentals

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Real Estate

That the Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of Clarkson Valley, Missouri, will at 7:30 p.m. on Monday, March 28, 2011 at the Fru-Con Center, 15933 Clayton Road, hold a public hearing to discuss a request from Midwest Music for approval of their request for a Special Use Permit for signage larger than four (4) square feet at property known as 15977 Clayton Road and to make a recommendation to the Board of Aldermen. Frank W. Hodgdon III, Chairman Planning and Zoning Committee City of Clarkson Valley

Public Notice is hereby given that on 02/28/11, by an order of the Circuit Court of the County of St Louis, State of Missouri, Cause 11SL-DR00912 Division 40, the name of Cynthia Maureen Moffett changed to Cynthia Maureen Victory.

Watch for our next edition to arrive

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Help Wanted

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2801 Fountain Place, Wildwood, MO 63040 or call 636-733-9100 ext 5102 Ask for Annette

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Inside Sales: Part time person to set appointments for professional market. Accounting knowledge helpful. Experience in cold calling very helpful. Excellent pay. Ellisville office. 636-271-9190

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Recession Do It All Construction Family Owned & Operated Specializing in Roofing, Siding, Drywall & Painting.

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Mike's Lawn Service

Professional Outdoor Services SPRING CLEAN-UP

*Mowing and Fertilization *Landscape Installation & Retaining Walls *Brush Pruning & Clearing

636-466-2050

UNDERWOOD LANDSCAPING

Lawn Care & Installation.

Bobcat Services

Family Owned & Operated. 10+ years experience. Fully Insured.

Call Ron 636-299-3904

United Lawn Care

Dependable, Responsible. Mowing, shrub trimming, mulch, spring yard clean-up. Seeding/ Fertilzation. References.

Reasonable Reliable Service Mowing•Trimming•Fertilizing Weed Control•Edging Bed Maintenance•Insured

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Family Friendly Pricing!

Residential •Commercial

314-660-9080

LAWN SERVICE LYONS

Grass Cutting • Mulching • Stump Removal

Fertilizing Programs

(636) 394-1309

Valley Landscape Co. Mowing, leaf removal, mulching, tree & brush removal, stump removal, trimming, planting, garden tilling, and gutter cleaning! (636) 458-8234 •Retaining Walls •Driveways •Walks •Concrete & Pavers •Sod •Hauling •Mulch •Topsoil •Rock •Decorative Rock •Bobcat Work •Grading •Drainage •Erosion •Pool Fill-Ins Specializing in Retaining Walls and Paver Patios

314-849-5387

Fully Insured • Free Estimates • Residential & Commercial Member of the Better Business Bureau

New Cust er Special! om Bruce & Son

•Lawn Maintenance• •Landscaping• •PressureWashing•

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Driveways, Homes, Decks, Boats Commercial & Residential. Hauling & disposal of scrap, yard debris, worksites & more! FREE ESTIMATES

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Bankruptcy Chapter 7 - Chapter 13 Debt Relief, Stop Garnishments Stop Foreclosures

25 years experience. Call Lloyd Nolan, Attorney at Law (314) 725-1880, or visit us on the web at lloydnolan.com

A-1 Custom Painting & Wallpapering We handle your design needs, professionally trained. Faux finishes, texturing, marbling, graining. Interior & exterior, insured, FREE estimates. All work done by owner. 26 years experience. Call Ken or Hugo at 636-274-2922 or 314-640-4085 www.A1Ken.comw

Karen's Painting

Looking for a job done right the first time? On time? Neat & organized? Someone who respects your home like her own? Interior & exterior painting. Free estimates. Discounts on empty properties. Call KAREN

636-352-0129

Owner / operator specializing in interior painting, decorative & faux painting, wall textures, concrete staining. Design consultation. Insured. References. FREE ESTIMATES 314-397-3868

Jim's Paint & Trim Service Interior & Exterior painting, crown and decorative moulding, wallpaper removal, texturing, drywall and rotten wood repair. Call 636-778-9013

Plumbing MASTER PLUMBER. Water Heaters, Code Violations, Backflow Preventers. Basement bathrooms, Outdoor faucets. Licensed & Bonded, Fully Insured. No Job Too Large or Too Small. (314) 288-9952

ANYTHING IN PLUMBING Good Prices! Basement bathrooms, small repairs & code violations repaired. Fast Service. Call anytime: 314-409-5051

Recycling WE BUY SCRAP METAL Interior and Exterior Painting Power Washing

FULLY INSURED

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636-527-2501

THREE DECADES OF QUALITY WORK

Copper, Alum, Brass, Stainless Steel, Lead & Car Batteries. FREE drop-off for steel, vinyl & cardboard.

25 Truitt Dr., Eureka, MO 63025

Open M-Sat 9-5.

636-938-1188

DECK STaInIng • BY BRUSH OnLY No Spraying • No Rolling • No Mess Decks- Playsets-Tie Walls- Fences- Hardwoods

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Roofing

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314-852-5467 314-846-6499

www.cedarbeautiful.com KEViN'S PaiNT SERVicE Expert & Professional. New & old house interior/ exterior painting, drywall & acoustical ceiling repair. 25 years painting experience. Low rates/ Free Estimates. call Kevin 636-322-9784

We Use Environmentally Friendly-nO VOC Paints

Top of the Line name Brands Only! FREE Estimates

Pet Services (cont’d)

Yucko’s

POOP SCOOP’N SERVICE

314-770-1500 www.yuckos .com

We take care of Pets in your home Where Pets Prefer

Pet Sitting & Dog Walking. POOP'R SCOOP'R Services Available! Insured

Call Rich

636-230-0185

West County Pet Care 636-394-6852 314-401-5516

I LOVE TO PAINT!! Professional Painting

Convenient Dog Grooming

Wall & Ceiling Combo Special! • Paints, Glazes and More • • Cabinetry & Furniture Too • • Affordable Quality •

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Pa I n T I n g 3 rooms $490 includes paint Call Today

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Tree Care Tree and Stump Removal

Storm Clean-Up, Tree Trimming & Hauling

Insured • Free Estimate

County Stump Removal

(314) 799-1461 www.BallwinTreeService.com

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Signs of Spring Popping up Around West County

We have all enjoyed one of the harshest winters in recent years. But everyone at Kay Bova Realty, and all of our friends and families are ecstatic that spring is around the corner! We are beginning to see the changes every day. Our phones have been ringing nonstop with buyers looking to take advantage of low rates and a competitive market. Sellers have been looking to take advantage of low rates and the opportunity to move up. Whichever one you are, spring is the time to take action. Homes show much better in the spring, and the increased daylight provides extra time for showings. Plus rates

are still low, and no one can be sure how long they will stay that way. So call us today and we will be happy to help get you ready! Another sign that spring is around the corner is hearing the sound of cracking bats at the local batting cages. Let’s face it, St. Louis is a baseball town, and West St. Louis County is no different. Kay Bova Realty is proud to sponsor the Blue Jays of the Manchester Athletic Association. But salutes all teams gearing up for spring and summer leagues at Manchester, Ballwin, Ellisville, Chesterfield, and beyond. Our neighbors and friends at the Manchester Athletic Association have over 600 families participating this year in all baseball and softball leagues. Ages range from 5-18, boys and girls! They kick the year off with the Kondrad Memorial Tournament April 6-10, which helps support fallen family members of the MAA. If you haven’t signed up for your

Manchester Athletic Association trophy winners.

league or tournament, don’t worry, limited openings are still available. Check out their website at www.maapark.org. We hope to hear from you soon to discuss buying or selling a house. Please feel free to call, or stop by our office on Manchester Rd. in Ballwin anytime. Remember, we are pleased to offer our Community Service Vehicle to our friends and community groups. It is perfect for school picnics, moving athletic equipment around, or for the spring BBQ’s we are all looking forward to. See you at the ballpark!

Spring ball players.

Kay Bova 636-728-1881 www.SellingStLouis.com

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12875 Conway Creve Coeur $630,000

250 Churchill Ballwin $219,900

419 Glenmeadow Ballwin $199,000

801 Chatelet Ballwin $159,900

832 S. Ballas Kirkwood $159,900

1123 Missouri Kirkwood $149,900

1530 Bedford Forge # 4 Chesterfield $134,900

6029 Fyler St. Louis $129,900

142 Homeshire Wentzville $119,900

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605 Mulberry grove Ct- ManCheSter Stunning Custom built atrium ranch 4 bed, 4 bath. Chef’s dream kitchen, 12 ft ceilings & finished LL Cathy Shaw-Connely (636) 346-4960 Barbara Beiter (636) 346-3160

305 Remington Way Dr. - Ballwin - $435,000 Pristine “like new” one owner 2sty in Remington Place! First class upgrades, huge mstr ste, bonus rm. Over 3600 sqft!

4325 Fox Creek rd- WildWood One of a Kind Executive 1 1/2 story home on approx. 20+/- acres, 5 bed, 7 bath, 8 car garage Cathy Shaw-Connely (636) 346-4960 Tom Shaw, Jr (314) 283-5064

1009 Savonne Ct- CheSterField WOW! 1 1/2 story on 1 acre, 5 bed, 5 1/2 bath, media room, heated pool and beautiful stone patio Cathy Shaw-Connely (636) 346-4960

1610 Shepard rd- WildWood Fantastic Equestrian property in the heart of Wildwood! 3 Bed, 3 Bath home w/ 4 stall barn w/ 4 +/- acres of fenced pasture. Cathy Shaw-Connely (636) 346-4960

17883 pike Cr 233 rd- ClarkSville Beautiful Country Estate on 480 +/- acres. 4 bed, 4 bath home, custom pool, 12 person hot tub, 7 stall barn, 20,000 sq. ft. open span building. Barbara Beiter (636) 346-3160 Tom Shaw, Jr (314) 283-5064

17236 County rd 8020- rolla One of a Kind Equestrian & Horse set in in the state w/ approx 325 acres. 10 stall heated barn w/ covered riding arena & another 8 stall barn Cathy Shaw-Connely (636) 346-4960

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262 Cleta Ct. - Ballwin - $193,000 Meticulously maintained ranch on private Ballwin cul-de-sac! Vaulted ceilings, new roof, new appliances, updated baths and kitchen!

2510 Spring valley- paCiFiC One of a Kind!1 ½ story, 5 bed, 4 car garage Unbelievable finish work on approx 14+/- acres just outside Franklin Co. w/ frontage on Hwy 100 Cathy Shaw-Connely (636) 346-4960 Chip Dewitt (314)503-3619

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603 Charbray Dr. - Ballwin - $265,000 Stately brick 2-story in great neighborhood! Lots of space, fenced backyard and screened in porch.

Call today for your Financing Needs: Wendy Wallach Cell: (314) 374-0737 Wendy.Wallach@wellsfargo.com

Big enough to provide excellent service... Small enough to care!

636-728-1881 • www.SellingStLouis.com

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open to all acts: Music - Dance - Jugglers - Comedians - Church Choirs and more

Saturday, May 28 at Chesterfield’s Brand New Amphitheater Call 636-591-0010 or visit stlbashproductions.com to enter *All submissions will remain property of Bash Production and will not be returned. Parental consent required for all contestants under 18 years of age.

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1558 Buckhurst

$4320**

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