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Gifted Hands A remarkable book titled “Gifted Hands” tells the personal story of Benjamin Carson, a black kid from the Detroit ghetto who went on to become a renowned neurosurgeon. At one time young Ben Carson had the lowest grades in his middle school class and was the butt of teasing by his white classmates. Worse yet, he himself believed that he was just not smart enough to do the work. Fortunately for him, his mother, whose own education went no further than the third grade, insisted that he was smart. She cut off the television set and made him and his brother hit the books – books that she herself could scarcely read. As young Ben’s schoolwork began to catch up with that of his classmates, and then began to surpass that of his classmates, his whole view of himself and of the wider world around him began to change. He began to think that he wanted to become a doctor. There were a lot of obstacles to overcome along the way, including the fact that his mother had to be away from time to time for psychiatric treatment as she tried to cope with the heavy pressures of trying to raise two boys – their father had deserted the family that she now had to support on a maid’s wages. In many ways the obstacles facing young Ben Carson were like those faced by so many other youngsters in the ghetto. What was different was that he overcame those obstacles with the help of a truly heroic mother and the values she instilled in him. It is an inspiring personal story, told plainly and unpretentiously, including the continuing challenges he faced later as a neurosurgeon operating on the brains of people with life-threatening medical problems, often with the odds against them. To me it was a personal story in another sense, that some of his experiences as a youngster brought back experiences that I went through growing up in Harlem many years earlier. I could understand all too well what it was like to be the lowest performing child in a class. That was my situation in the fourth grade, after my family had moved up from the South, where I had been one of the best students in the third grade – but in a grossly inferior school system. I sometimes found myself in tears
because it was so hard to try to get through my homework. But in one sense I was much more fortunate than Ben Carson and other black youngsters today. The shock of being in a school, whose standards were higher than I was able to meet at first, took place in an all-black school in Harlem, so that there was none of the additional complications that such an experience can have for a black youngster in a predominantly white school. By the time I first entered a predominantly white school, I had already caught up, and had no trouble with the schoolwork. Decades later, in the course of running a research project, I learned that the Harlem school, where I had so much trouble catching up, had an average IQ of 84 back when I was there. In the predominantly white school to which I later went, I was put in a class for children with IQs of 120 and up and had no trouble competing with them. But I would have been totally wiped out if I had gone there two years earlier – and who knows what racial hang-ups that might have led to? Chance plays a large part in everyone’s life. The home in which you are raised is often a big part of luck being on your side or against you. But you don’t need parents with Ph.D.s to make sure that you make the most of your education. The kinds of things that statisticians can measure, such as family income or parents’ education, are not the crucial things. The family’s attitude toward education and toward life can make all the difference. Virtually everything was against young Ben Carson, except for his mother’s attitudes and values. But, armed with her outlook, he was able to fight his way through many battles, including battles to control his own temper, as well as external obstacles. Today, Dr. Benjamin Carson is a renowned neurosurgeon at a renowned institution, Johns Hopkins University. But what got him there was wholly different from what is being offered to many ghetto youths today, much of which is not merely futile but counterproductive. © 2013 Creators.com
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The decision to approve Bruce Geiger I am not a doomsday prepper to the extent the CID was thoroughly vetted over several Chesterfield Mayor that I dedicate my life and my finances to months during numerous public meetings. preparing for the apocalypse. That said, The CID is a 1-percent sales tax on purthere are basic preparations and planning chases made only at the Simon Premium Do I need an assault rifle? that are important to my peace-of-mind. Outlet Mall, nowhere else in Chesterfield. To the Editor: It should not surprise anyone that I will When considering the CID, a key question Need is the operative word here. Let me go to the ends of the Earth to protect my was would this cannibalize business from any get back to answering that. family and everything my family and I neighboring communities. With the nearest I started out as a 15-year-old high school have worked hard to achieve. upscale outlet mall hundreds of miles away, drop-out and am now highly educated and Do I need an assault rifle? I need sufficient the answer was no. This would be a new and a high-achiever. I served in the U.S. Army firepower to at least have a fighting chance unique retail opportunity for the region. in the early ‘80s and have dedicated most to protect my family during the aftermath of Next, were there other competing loca- of my life to remaining physically and men- a cataclysmic event. Protecting my family tions? The answer was yes. We were aware tally fit for defense. I worked hard most of also involves providing them with the tools that alternate locations, both in St. Louis and my life to achieve my definition of success. and means so they can protect themselves if St. Charles County, were under consideration. Every day, we face the possibility of real I am not able to do it alone. We then examined the costs and benefits threats – threats that may seem far-fetched One final note. It is much easier to build of the Simon Premium Outlet Mall. Con- for some but very plausible to others. a submachine gun than a semi-automatic struction costs are expected to be $100 milThere are both natural and man-made weapon. A submachine gun has as few as three lion. The CID will allow the developer to disasters, the outcomes of which would or four moving parts depending on design. issue bonds, funded with revenue generated change life as we know it today. I am speakI have the knowledge and skills to design by the 1-percent sales tax, up to a maximum ing of catastrophes capable of shutting down and build a submachine gun out of raw steel. of $30 million for specific improvements; our entire power grid, be it a nuclear blast Doing so is a felony and I am a law-abiding $20 million for infrastructure improvements within 200 miles of the Earth’s atmosphere, citizen. Those with criminal intent, however, (roads, storm water and utilities) and $10 a solar flare shooting an electro-magnetic will find a way to get guns even if it means million for improvements to the develop- pulse (EMP) into the Earth’s atmosphere or fabricating them out of raw steel. ment. Any debt issued is the responsibility countless other cataclysmic events. Taking away my legal gun will not keep a of the developer. There is no obligation or The sun will reach its highest solar flare fabricated gun out of the hands of the crimiexposure to the city of Chesterfield. activity during 2013, resulting in a 12-per- nal, but it does take away my fighting chance Benefits will begin as soon as the outlet cent probability of frying anything on Earth and unalienable right to protect my family. mall opens. Information provided to the containing a computer chip. Such an event Randy Wexler city by Simon indicates anticipated annual would impact clean water supplies. Nearly Wildwood sales revenues of $120-$150 million, with every mode of transportation would cease 60 percent from shoppers coming from to operate. Financial institutions would beyond a 50-mile radius outside of Ches- shut down. All communication systems Against prescriptions terfield. At this sales level they will gener- would cease to operate as would anything for pseudoephedrine ate between $12 million and $15 million in else that relies on modern electronics. sales and property taxes annually. The event that is most concerning is the To the Editor: Other Chesterfield businesses will realize possibility of economic collapse. With all the talk about the battle against spillover sales increases as well. ChesterYou have to be naive to think disasters methamphetamine in Missouri, I was starting field residents will make up a very small great enough to change life could never to think that I was the only person left who percentage of shoppers but will realize happen. All of the above and many other didn’t want to see the government take away approximately $1.5 million annually in possibilities are very real threats. my access to common allergy medications. additional sales taxes shared by our parks, If any one of these events were to occur, Turns out, I guess I’m still part of the capital improvements and general fund. The it would cause a chain reaction of events majority. Rockwood School District will realize about impacting life as we know it. It would A poll released by the Asthma and Allergy $1.5 million annually in property taxes. An affect the food supply chain, the availabil- Foundation of America (AAFA) recently additional $5.5 million of sales tax revenues ity of clean water, the mobilization of gov- found that 62 percent of Americans oppose will be retained in the region with another ernment protection and the list goes on. making pseudoephedrine a prescription $6.5 million going to the state. Having never experienced this aftermath, drug. In the Show-Me State, AAFA found Representing the Chesterfield taxpayer, it is far too easy to go about our daily lives that 60 percent of Missourians want to keep the City Council decision to approve the and never think twice about preparing for pseudoephedrine a non-prescription drug. CID came down to understanding that this disaster. These results seem to fly in the face of is a new unique regional retail opportunity; If we lose the power grid while you are what I’ve been hearing from some state that this is a tax assessed only on custom- in the middle of reading this, do you have a officials and police officers who seem to
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think that the whole world agrees with their version of the truth. In reality, while we may all want to end meth abuse in Missouri, making pseudoephedrine a prescription drug will place a huge burden on allergy sufferers like me, and it won’t do a thing about the millions of dollars of meth that comes from Mexico each year. Craig Workman Frontenac
Asking questions in Ellisville To the Editor: I am not surprised by the comments of the previous mayor of Ellisville, Edward O’Reilly, concerning the development at the corner of Manchester and Clarkson roads. Just exactly how is someone robbing the neighborhood bank by offering a TIF? As I drive around Ellisville I see nothing but empty buildings and I do not think that Walmart has been the culprit that forced those business to leave or close. If Mr. O’Reilly had read the proposal by Sansone Group, he would have seen the numbers of the projected increase in sales tax revenue that will become available for not only the fire and police departments, but school districts such as Rockwood and St. Louis Community College. The TIF is being paid by a portion of the generated sales tax paid by customers that frequent that establishment. If residents wish not to shop at that establishment, then they will not pay the TIF and no “robbing” will take place. Is Mr. O’Reilly (in his “Letter to the Editor,” March 20) speaking about momand-pop stores such as Dierbergs, Schnucks and Shop & Save? Or maybe K-Mart? Does not K-Mart sell Chinese made goods? Or the closed store Gordman’s? Is Walmart any different than “big box” companies like Lowes and Home Depot? The current property owners of the said property (Clarkchester Apartments) have agreed to sell their property to make way for the development. The individuals who rent property do not own the property and have no say whatsoever in what happens to the property. When the federal government forces me to pay taxes that go to a company called Solyndra or Fisker and then they declare bankruptcy, that’s what I call “the best way to rob a bank is to own one.” My question is what is the anti-Walmart crowd’s solution for all the empty buildings in Ellisville? Bob Kerr Ellisville
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We get to secure our voice in the political process. If we fail to vote, we forfeit that voice. Sadly, many times local election voter turnout, even in an educated and affluent area like West County, is dreadfully low. Our elected officials make decisions in our communities that impact our lives and the lives of our children and grandchildren. We want exceptional school districts. We want high quality services ranging from the life-saving and lifeprotecting work of police, firefighters and EMTs to something everyone uses – trash collection. We want to know that our tax dollars are being spent wisely. And because we want all these things, we have a responsibility to inform ourselves on the issues and candidates. To help in that area, West Newsmagazine offers its annual Election Preview (beginning on page 28) as well as the ballot language of the two key propositions facing West County residents (page 14). This great county was founded on the idea that citizens would be informed and would participate in the election process. Unfortunately, on the national level our vote can sometimes seem very small. Not so on a local level. Sometimes local elections and hotly contested issues come down to just a handful of votes that determine the winners and losers. Sometimes, an election can usher in a climate of change. Whether we want change or more of the same, it’s important that we exercise our right to vote. If we want to be part of the big picture, we have to do our part. We have to place our vote.
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CHESTERFIELD Snow removal reimbursement approved The Chesterfield City Council approved a new snow removal reimbursement formula for private, non-gated streets in the city. The new formula reimburses affected condominium developments and subdivisions at a cost of $40 per unit or $4,500 per centerline mile, replacing the old formula, which reimbursed at a rate of $50 per unit or $6,000 per centerline mile. The city has budgeted up to $145,000 to support the new funding formula. This is an increase over the old cap of $75,000. Director of Public Services Mike Geisel said the new formula and funding allocation ensure that affected neighborhoods will be fully reimbursed for reasonable and customary snow removal services. Geisel said some subdivisions had contracted for higher levels of service, and the funding formula is intended to standardize the level of service that will be reimbursed by city tax dollars. He
Pavement repairs on Clarkson Road The Missouri Department of Transportation has begun temporary pavement repair work at various locations on Clarkson Road between Clayton Road and Lea Oak Drive. Motorists can expect a one-lane closure on weekdays from 9 a.m.-3 p.m., with potential delays expected. MoDOT encourages motorists to allow plenty of time for their daily commute. Once winter-like temperatures end, MoDOT will launch a resurfacing project funded for Clarkson Road from Clayton Road to Lea Oak Drive. The anticipated start date of this permanent repair work is late April. As we enter “orange cone season,” MoDOT warns motorists to be on the lookout for repair crews and give them plenty of room to work.
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The Ellisville City Council has approved joining with other St. Louis County municipalities in defending against a lawsuit seeking the return of revenues the communities received from a tax charged to customers by AT&T’s wireless unit on data plans for users’ cellphones and other devices. In a resolution approved at its March 20 meeting, the Council agreed to be represented by the law firm of Curtis Heinz Garrett & O’Keefe (CHG). The Clayton-based firm has been hired by the St. Louis County Municipal League to handle the case on behalf of county municipalities involved in the suit. As reported March 20 in West Newsmagazine, the lawsuit was filed on behalf of communication service customers who paid the tax and now want it back, claiming the levy should not have been assessed due to a federal law prohibiting most taxes on Internet access until late in 2014. The case involves a total of 263 Missouri cities and could cost them an estimated $14 million if they lose. CHG will work with attorneys representing other communities in coordinating the defense.
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In the Spotlight When West Newsmagazine last wrote about Teri Griege, the Creve Coeur mother of two had just completed the 2011 Ironman World Championship in Kona, Hawaii. She trained for and completed the grueling race – a 2.4-mile ocean swim, a 112mile bike ride and a 26.2-mile Teri Griege (right) with Hoda Kotb, from the “Today run – while battling stage 4 Show,” and her sisters, Joann Wilson (far left) and Mimi colon cancer. Francisco (Photo courtesy of Teri Griege) Since Griege received this diagnosis in 2009, the 51-year-old has been on a mission to spread awareness about the disease and encourage early testing. March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, and the Colon Cancer Alliance asked Griege to be its spokeswoman. In that role, on March 14, she appeared on NBC’s “Today Show” with Kathie Lee Gifford and Hoda Kotb. It was her first live national interview. “It was very, very cool. It goes much quicker than what you think,” said Griege. “I had all these things I wanted to say, of course, and before you know it the time is up.” Despite its brevity, Griege said the interview “hit on the important points about raising awareness, what the symptoms are, at what age you need to start screening – and that family history is very important.” Current guidelines recommend that everyone get a colonoscopy at age 50. Those with a family history should be screened even earlier. “We just can’t talk about this enough,” Griege said. These days, Griege is feeling good. She is still training, running races, speaking about the disease and working on a book. Visit terigriege.com or check out her Facebook page: Teri Griege – Powered by Hope to learn more. curb line of your property, neatly stacked, with the cut ends toward the street. If you have a sidewalk in front of your home, the tree limbs must be stacked behind the sidewalk. Brush must be stacked in this manner or it will not be taken. • No limbs shorter than 4 feet in length, bundled limbs, trash, firewood, stumps, root balls, vines, thorny material, lumber, grass or detached leaves will be chipped or collected. Program conditions will be strictly enforced. The wood chips will be converted to mulch suitable for landscaping and will be stockpiled at Seibert Park. The mulch, when available, is for pick up and use by residents at no charge. Commercial use of this mulch is not allowed.
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Ellisville postpones public hearing to address charges against mayor that the meeting site will be Ellisville Elementary School “if it’s available.” The hearing delay apparently surprised Paul, who was seated front row, center, when the Council approved the new date. After the meeting, he said he was unaware that a delay in the hearing would be considered. However, he added that his legal counsel may have been involved in negotiating the change. Paul said he had spent the day attending a deposition given by Martin, who drafted the impeachment charges against him. Regarding the deposition, Paul told news media and others clustered around him outside Ellisville’s city hall, “It was very interesting. I’m sure you’ll want to review it.” Responding to news of the delay, Lynette By JIM ERICKSON date will help “ensure due process,” by Petruska, of Pleban & Petruska Law, the firm The public hearing to decide the fate of giving Paul and his legal counsel additional representing Paul, said, “We’re pleased that suspended Ellisville Mayor Adam Paul time to prepare a defense against the vari- we’re going to have additional time to invesagain has been set back, this time to April ous charges of wrongdoing that led to Paul’s tigate the charges, but we’re not sure April 1 provides enough time to look thoroughly into 1, the day before the municipal election suspension from office late last month. that also could affect the ongoing brouhaha All Council members present approved matters that should have been investigated engulfing the West County community. the date change with no debate. Coun- more fully before they ever were filed.” She also questioned what appeared to be Although not specifically listed on the cilmember Dawn Anglin (District 1), was a rush to hold the hearing before the April pre-meeting agenda, the move to delay the not at the meeting. An indication that the decision to delay 2 election. hearing on whether to officially remove March 20 was the original date set for Paul from office came at the Ellisville City the hearing date may have been a lastCouncil’s March 20 meeting when Coun- minute one came when Pirrello noted he the public hearing but the Council later cilmember Matt Pirrello (District 1), serv- was unable to say where the April 1 session changed that to March 27. At the same time, will be held and that the location will be the Council dropped several of the charges ing as mayor pro tem, raised the issue. Pirrello said that extending the hearing announced later. The acting mayor noted against Paul, including drinking on the job,
using profanity, illegally recording a closed meeting and failing to control his attorney’s behavior at a February Council meeting. The suspended mayor still is accused of other misdeeds, including illegally giving orders to city employees, attempting to have people removed from meetings and improperly seeking to remove city attorney Paul Martin from his post. Paul has made no secret of the fact he would like to replace Martin and has accused the city attorney of using the impeachment process as a way to protect his job. Martin has denied that, saying his actions on the impeachment issue have been based on orders from the City Council. Before the Council’s action on the hearing date, a number of citizens commented on the dispute that has divided Ellisville’s governing body – differences that have stemmed largely from city’s earlier approval of the Walmart project on Manchester Road west of Kiefer Creek Road. The plan includes millions of dollars in tax incentives for Sansone Group, the firm driving the project. Paul was elected mayor last year on a platform opposing the Walmart deal and the upcoming election could place allies on the Council. During the public comments, some See HEARING, page 15
Missouri lawmakers introduce legislation to halt Common Core State Standards BY CAROL ENRIGHT As public school districts across the state rush to align their curricula with the new Common Core State Standards they must have in place by 2014-15, state legislators are fighting to put on the brakes. Rep. Kurt Bahr, R-O’Fallon, is the sponsor of House Bill 616, which would prohibit the Missouri State Board of Education from adopting the new standards and nullify all actions up to this point to implement them. Sen. John Lamping, R-Ladue, is sponsoring an identical piece of legislation, Senate Bill 210, in the Missouri Senate. Bahr said he has three objections to the new standards: the process by which the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) adopted them, the cost and the logistics of getting the state’s 500-plus school districts ready to administer the standards’ requisite online assessments. “What people don’t realize is it’s not the traditional No. 2 pencil and fill-inthe-bubble type of test,” said Bahr. “This is online testing.” The Missouri Constitution gives DESE the right to establish standards, and Bahr
does not dispute this, but he said DESE adopted the standards before securing the funds to implement them. “The problem is every school in Missouri has to have the bandwidth, the Internet capability, for entire classes to be online at the same time. And that is, for a lot of areas, a massive capital improvement that we do not have the funds for,” he said. Bahr said the House of Representatives has the “power of the purse,” and DESE usurped this power. “DESE cannot create a bill and then hand it to the General Assembly and say, ‘Pay it.’ That is unconstitutional,” said Bahr. “So their adoption of standards is permissible. Their adoption of online assessments, which will be very expensive to implement, is unconstitutional unless we, the General Assembly, authorize it.” Bahr said he has no idea how much implementing the new standards will cost, but he said DESE applied for $389 million in federal Race to the Top funds in 2009 – and he uses this as a barometer to gauge how much the new standards might cost. “I see that and say,’ OK, well even if
they’re only half right, we’re looking at nearly $200 million,’” said Bahr. DESE spokeswoman, Sarah Potter, disputed those numbers and said the cost of implementing the new standards “has very little to do with Race to the Top” funds. “Everything that we’ve done so far with Common Core has been done with our existing budget,” said Potter. “And what the districts have done is just to take whatever money they were spending on their professional development before and spend it on retraining teachers to teach the Common Core State Standards.” Potter said that more than 200 districts are “pro Common Core” and well on their way to aligning their curricula to the new standards and training their teachers to teach them. “For them to stop at this point would be such a waste of money and a waste of time,” Potter said. She added that putting the brakes on the new standards would be a step backwards for public education. “And that’s the last thing that our education system needs is to move backward and to waste time and money in imple-
menting some really wonderful standards – some things that are really making an amazing difference in this state for education,” said Potter. As for the cost of implementing the new standards, Potter said DESE is waiting for the results of a survey being conducted by Smarter Balanced, the state-led consortium designing the online assessments, to determine how ready the state’s schools are to administer the new online tests. She said she expects to have the results of that survey in the next month or two. “Once we know exactly what we need, we will develop a plan and we will seek an appropriation, if necessary, to equip every school appropriately,” said Potter. “But we just don’t know what the extent of the need is at this point.” “Are the standards better? Will the students be better in the long run? Maybe. But in the short run, we can’t afford it,” he said. House Bill 616 passed out of the Committee on Downsizing State Government on March 14. Next, it will go to the Rules Committee before being debated on the House floor. Currently it is not on the calendar.
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By JIM ERICKSON The city of Ballwin has adopted an updated pay plan designed to keep city employees competitive with other area communities. Action on the measure at the Board of Aldermen’s March 11 meeting came two weeks after the Board debated the employee compensation issue at length before ultimately approving an increase in minimum and maximum pay for all positions to a level ranking at the 70th percentile among comparable area communities. The new arrangement also provided a pool of funds for merit increases of up to 3 percent targeted at those not affected, or minimally so, by the jump in pay grade ranges. The ordinance approved March 11 codifies how future salary changes for all fulltime employees will be determined. According to the pay plan’s administrative details that accompanied the ordinance, Ballwin annually will compare salaries paid to its employees with those for equivalent jobs in 10 similar cities in the area. Although the plan says any upward adjustments will be automatic, it also notes the Board of Aldermen retains the right to determine otherwise. In addition, the plan states that no employee’s salary will be cut if the annual survey shows a downward fluctuation. Among other plan provisions: • Employees eligible for a salary range adjustment may receive an additional merit pay boost if the total percent
received does not exceed the approved merit percentage increase. • Compensation for the city’s municipal judge, prosecuting attorney, public defender and city attorney may be adjusted annually at the average increase applied for other employees. • The city administrator’s compensation will be reviewed annually and adjusted if deemed appropriate by the Board of Aldermen. • Adjustments to salary ranges will be implemented when regularly scheduled employee evaluations are held, as determined by the city administrator. The increases approved in February go into effect April 1. During earlier discussions, Ballwin officials had noted that due to budget pressures employee pay had slipped in comparison with other cities, with the greatest differences being for jobs at the lower end of their respective salary scales and for police department personnel. As an example of the adjustments being made with the new pay ranges effective April 1, the minimum annual salary for a new police officer goes from $40,070 to $49,390, a 23-percent increase. The maximum pay will be $65,273, or 4.86 percent more than the current level. Pay ranges for sergeants, lieutenants, captains and the police chief also were boosted. City officials estimate the salary range adjustments and merit increases for Ballwin’s 141 full-time employees will add no more than $385,000 to payroll costs in 2013.
On the Ballot – Prop P and Prop S The following propositions, shown in ballot language, will be on the April 2 ballot. PROPOSITION P For the purpose of increasing safety, security, and public accessibility for the Gateway Arch grounds and local, county and regional parks and trails for families and disabled and elderly visitors, and for providing expanded activities and improvements of such areas, shall St. Louis County join such other of St. Charles County and the City of St. Louis to impose a threesixteenths of one cent sales tax in addition to the existing one-tenth of one cent sales tax applied to such purposes, with sixty percent of the revenue derived from the added tax allocated to the Metropolitan Park and Recreation District for Gateway Arch grounds and other regional park and trail improvements, and the remaining forty percent allocated to St. Louis County for local and County park improvements as authorized by the County Council of St. Louis County under Ordinance No. 25,354 on the 16 day of January, 2013, with such
tax not to include the sale of food and prescription drugs and to be subject to an independent annual public audit? PROPOSITION S Shall the Rockwood R-6 School District, St. Louis County, Missouri, issue its general obligation bonds in the amount of Thirty-Eight Million Four Hundred Thousand Dollars ($38,400,000) for the purpose of acquiring, constructing, renovating, repairing, improving, furnishing and equipping school sites, buildings and related facilities in the District, including but not limited to (1) safety and health measures, (2) technology infrastructure and classroom technology and (3) maintenance of current facilities by continuing to fund major capital repairs and improvements, resulting in no estimated increase in the debt service property tax levy? If this proposition is approved, the adjusted debt service levy of the District is estimated to remain unchanged at sixty-eight cents ($0.68) per one hundred dollars assessed valuation of real and personal property.
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Town & Country resident charged with murder in death of wife By DAN FOX The St. Louis County Police Department announced March 20 that warrants had been issued for the arrest of Town & Country resident William Lynn Gunter, 59, on charges of murder in the first degree. On March 18, members of the Town & Country Police Department were dispatched to Gunter’s home, 1515 Mason Hill Court, to assist with an accidental injury. The officers found Gunter’s wife, Susan, severely wounded and laying on the first floor of the home, with Gunter nearby. Gunter According to police, emergency medical technicians onsite took charge of the injured woman. “She was transported to a local hospital,” explained Lt. Tom Larkin, supervisor for the county’s Bureau of Crimes Against Persons. “She expired shortly thereafter.” As part of standard procedure, Town & Country Police attended the autopsy on March 19. According to Larkin, the pathologist found evidence that contradicted Gunter’s version of the previous night’s events. “During the autopsy, the pathologist discovered that Mrs. Gunter has suffered
severe head trauma, along with some the evidence, noting that the investigation broken bones,” Larkin said. “Those facts is ongoing. “Even though the charges have been did not fit with the rendition of Mr. Gunter, who was the only other person claiming to issued, it’s still a very active investigation. It’s not closed by any means,” Larkin said. be home at the time she was injured.” The evening of March 19, Gunter was Confronted with this new information, Town & Country Police contacted St. interviewed by county investigators. AfterLouis County Police and asked them to ward, Larkin said the officers involved held Gunter overnight and presented the take over the investigation. Larkin and his department were called in St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney’s to investigate where he said officers found office with a compilation of evidence gathevidence of a forensic nature. Larkin on ered. The attorney’s office then formally March 20 would not specify the nature of charged Gunter with the crime.
Larkin would not speculate on the motive for the crime, however he did say that as of March 20, there were no signs of prior abuse. Town & Country Police Capt. Patrick Kranz referred all questions about the case to St. Louis County. Kranz did say, however, that Town & Country is a safe community, and crimes of this nature are rare. “The last one was a double homicide,” Kranz said, referring to a crime that took place in 2005. “That was another type of domestic situation.”
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HEARING, from page 13 residents questioned if more tax increment financing (TIF) funds would be used for the second phase of development adjoining the Walmart property. The driving force for the Walmart project, Sansone Group was the only firm to submit a proposal for the second phase, known as Redevelopment Project Area Two (RPA-2). The original deadline for development proposals for RPA-2 was March 15; however, the Economic Development Commission sent a recommendation to the City Council that consideration of any plans for RPA-2 should be set aside until the Walmart project is under way, increasing the likelihood that more proposals will be forthcoming. The Council approved the recommendation at its March 20 meeting. The Sansone Group’s plan envisioned creation of an Ellisville Towne Center with retail stores, other shops, restaurants and green spaces, as well as access to the Walmart development. Total project cost was estimated at $30.1 million, which included $10.5 million in TIF funds and money from creation of a Transportation Development District and a Community Improvement District. Although the City Council approved the Walmart project last year, start of construction has been delayed by litigation.
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Community comments sought in St. Louis County Police accreditation assessment On March 18, St. Louis County Chief of Police Timothy Fitch announced that a team of assessors from the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc. (CALEA) will arrive April 6 to examine all aspects of the St. Louis County Police Department’s Bureau of Communications policy and procedures, management and operations. The Accreditation Assessment Team is composed of law enforcement practitioners from similar out-of-state agencies who will review written materials, interview individuals, and visit offices and other places where compliance can be witnessed. As part of the on-site assessment, members of the community are invited to offer
comments to the CALEA Assessment Team by calling (314) 615-1566 on Monday, April 8 from 10 a.m to noon. Calls are limited to 10 minutes each and must address the agency’s ability to comply with CALEA’s Communications standards. A copy of the standards is available at St. Louis County Police Department Headquarters, 7900 Forsyth Blvd. in Clayton. Individuals wishing to offer written comments about the St. Louis County Police Department’s Bureau of Communication’s ability to meet the standards for accreditation are requested to write the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc., 13575 Heathcote Blvd., Suite 320, Gainesville, VA 20155.
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Endangered Wolf Center celebrates gray wolf with events this weekend It’s been 15 years since the first Mexican gray wolves – a species that was declared extinct in the wild – were reintroduced to the wild. A number of wildlife organizations are taking extra steps to mark the anniversary. Among them is the Endangered Wolf Center in Eureka, which can lay claim to something special: All Mexican gray wolves in the wild today can trace their roots back to the Center. Between 1977 and 1980, the last five Mexican gray wolves known to exist in the wild were captured as part of a U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service program to preserve them. The species was declared extinct in the wild in 1980. Eighteen years later – on March 29, 1998 – 11 Mexican gray wolves in three packs were released in Arizona, thanks to captive breeding programs at facilities like the Endangered Wolf Center, which serves as the cornerstone of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s efforts. Nine of the 11 wolves in that first release were from the Center. Today, about 75 Mexican gray wolves are known to exist in the wild in the United States and Mexico. About 250 more live in 33 facilities in the United States and 15 in Mexico. The breed is still considered the most endangered wolf in the world. To make the 15th anniversary of that first release, the Center will make the Mexican gray wolf the focus of its tours and events from Thursday, March 28, through Sunday, March 31. The Center will hold three Campfire Wolf Howls and has five regularly scheduled daytime tours over those four days.
Reservations for daytime Preda-Tours and evening Campfire Wolf Howls are required and easily obtained by calling 938-5900. Information about those events is available on the Center’s website (endangeredwolfcenter.org). The Center has 20 Mexican gray wolves in its population of 33 canids, which also include red wolves, maned wolves, swift foxes and African painted dogs. Perhaps the best known of the Mexican gray wolves is Anna, who has a legendary ancestry and is considered the matriarch of the Center. Anna has been a prolific contributor to the species’ resurgence, giving birth to more than 40 pups in four litters. Many of her descendants are in the wild today. Some of Anna’s offspring can be seen during a visit to the Center. The public can see one of them, Abby, and other Mexican gray wolves via a webcam on the Center’s website. “The Mexican gray wolf is one of the most charismatic animals I have ever worked with,” Regina Mossotti, director of animal care at the Center, said. “They are so interesting; their pack dynamics and drama are so similar to our own families. The parents and older siblings teach the younger generation. They discipline, share, protect, provide and work with each other. It is truly a gift to be able to study them and help protect them.” ••• Editor’s note: For other events taking place this weekend, see page 40 and visit our extensive events calendar online at newsmagazinenetwork.com.
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ered what I had intuitively known long before – I wanted to be where I belonged – in education,” Miller said. “Independent school education has since become my life’s vocation.” Miller will succeed Sr. Lucie Nordmann, who has served as head of school since 2009 and will join a sister school in Grand Coteau, La., this summer as director of advancement.
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The Fulton School eighth-grader Natasha Douglass and Wildwood Middle eighth-grader Matthew Paczkowski have qualified to represent their schools at the state level of the National Geographic Bee, sponsored by Google and Plum Creek, in Moberly, Mo. The Missouri state bee will be held on Friday, April 5 at Moberly Area Community College. One winner from each state will advance to the national competition, which will be held at the end of May in Washington, D.C.
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Honored for research MICDS’ Kristin Geczi represented her school at the Junior Science, Engineering and Humanities Symposium at Maryville University on March 8-9 with students from all over the state of Missouri. A total of 129 students submitted papers they had written about their original scientific research. Geczi’s paper was one of 90 selected for poster presentations, and, as one of the top six submissions in the microbiology division, she was asked to give a 15-minute live presentation on her research. Her poster presentation was
awarded first place at the symposium, earning a perfect score from the judges. In addition to the presentations, the symposium attendees also went on field trips to a number of local scientific labs and engineering firms, including Sigma Aldrich, Alberici and Monsanto. Geczi’s paper, titled “Similar Haplotypes in JPD Patients with the Balkan Mutation Indicate the Founder Effect,” reported on research she conducted this past summer in the lab of Dr. Steve Mumm at the Washington University School of Medicine as part of the STARS program.
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Hats on for kids Students and staff throughout the Rockwood School District on March 1 participated in Hats on Day to support Friends of Kids with Cancer. The local nonprofit organization provides recreational, educational and emotional programs to help children in the community cope with the Students at Woerther Elementary wear hats to support Friends of Kids with Cancer. reality of living with cancer. With a $1 donation, students and staff were able to wear hats in support of the cause. Diane Lommel, elementary content facilitator for guidance and prevention services, explained that service learning projects such as Hats on Day provide teachers with the opportunity to talk with children about the projects, ask them to share their ideas and reflect on the plans. “Rockwood’s Hats on Day is a great way for students to help other kids,” Lommel said. “It’s wonderful to see the Rockwood community come together to support children in our schools and neighborhoods.” wide, including the 10 largest school districts in Missouri. Rockwood was the only district in Missouri to receive an “A+.” The grade indicates the district met all 10 criteria regarding its accessibility of information pertaining to taxes, budgets, meetings, elected officials, administrative officials, contracts, audits, public records, academics and background checks. “The Sunny Awards recognize governments that make transparency a priority,” said Michael Barnhart, president of Sunshine Review. “The winners of the Sunny Awards are cities, counties and school districts that proactively share the public information that empowers citizens and keeps government accountable to the people. We would like to congratulate the Rockwood School District for being a champion for transparency and serving as a leader to every state and local government around the nation.”
National Finalists Rockwood’s Chesterfield Elementary and LaSalla Springs Middle are among the 35 schools nationwide to be named National Finalists in the 2013 National Schools of Character program. The schools will undergo a rigorous national evaluation process this spring. Following the evaluation, the Character Education Partnership will announce the National Schools of Character in May. “Both schools have done outstanding work with their character education initiatives and we’re excited for them to receive recognition,” said Dr. Jane Brown, director of differentiated services. “This designation validates their hard work and commitment in the area of school climate.”
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‘Exemplary educator’ honored as Parkway Central’s Teacher of the Year By ABBEY DUNBAR After 28 years as an educator in the Parkway School District, Julie Pepper was honored by her peers when she received the title of 2012 Parkway Central High School Teacher of the Year. Pepper is an alumnus of the University of Missouri, after which she received her master’s degree at Washington University in St. Louis. She continued her education in postgraduate classes at Webster University. Pepper began her teaching career at Parkway Central Middle School and, after four years, moved to the position of high school math teacher at Parkway Central, where she has remained for the past 24 years. She currently teaches algebra II and AP calculus. Pepper transitioned to high school math teacher after she “realized it was a better fit.” She said she appreciated the new and challenging math curriculum at the high school. When asked what her motivation was to become a math teacher, Pepper explained: “I was always a math teacher. I grew up helping people.” So, after years of working with children in math she made a career out of the desire to support people. Pepper prides herself on being very student-oriented and helping every student to grow and learn under her instruction. “One of my goals as a teacher is to create a welcoming atmosphere and to be respectful of students, and I expect a lot in return,” Pepper said.
A former student, Parkway Central senior Lexi Hightaian, personally experienced that welcoming and respectful environment. “Ms. Pepper doesn’t Pepper just want to teach (her students) math, she wants to get to know them too,” Hightaian said. As an active member in the Parkway Central student government, Hightaian added, “Ms. Pepper is not just focused on teaching math, she is in charge of the whole student council and also balances her life at home with her life at Parkway Central High. She has done incredible work with this organization.” When she found out she was voted Teacher of the Year for Parkway Central High School, Pepper said she felt “humbled and honored.” “It felt nice to be recognized by my fellow educators,” she said. Parkway Central Principal Tim McCarthy, said, “Julie Pepper is an exemplary educator due to her commitment in the classroom and out of the classroom.” He also proudly noted her ability to help “create a wonderfully positive climate in the school” due to her vital positions in the math department, as well as many factions of the Student Council. ••• [Abbey Dunbar is a student contributor from Parkway Central.]
Putting a twist on World Thinking Day Girl Scouts at Chesterfield Elementary (CES) recently participated World Thinking Day by serving our community. World Thinking Day is an annual event to remember and celebrate Girl Scouts around the world. The troops at CES put a different slant on it this year by calling it World Troop 1250 planned and facilitated World Service Day Service Day and working on at Chesterfield Elementary School. From left: Grace Stewart, Kathryn Wenger, Claire Hornberger, Isabel service projects that benefit Mattern, Kristen Frings, Olivia Doyle. Not pictured: others. Activities included writ- Maddie Slater, Riley Phillips. ing letters to the military that will accompany care packages to U.S. troops abroad; making “boo boo” bunnies out of washcloths that will be given to patients at Children’s Hospital; creating placemats for residents of the Ronald McDonald House and collecting soap that will be donated to the people of Honduras through Washington Overseas Mission. The fourth grade Junior Girl Scouts at CES were charged with researching and planning this service event. Under the direction of Janice Wenger and Ginny Frings, the troop consisting of eight Scouts coordinated a successful and productive event. In all, there were 55 Girl Scouts that participated in World “Service” Day at CES.
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St. Joseph’s Academy Angels fall short in 14th trip to the Final Four By WARREN MAYES In the end, the Rock Bridge Bruins were too strong down the stretch for the St. Joseph’s Academy Angels. Rock Bridge defeated St. Joseph’s 45-38 to win their second consecutive Class 5 state championship at Mizzou Arena. It is the third overall title in three trips to the Final Four for the Columbia school. The Bruins (25-5) rallied from a 10-point halftime deficit for the win. Rock Bridge outscored the Angels 30-13 in the second half to earn another crown. “I have to give Rock Bridge a ton of credit,” St. Joseph’s coach Julie Matheny said. “They got momentum going there and it was contagious for them in the fourth quarter. (Sophomore guard) Sophie (Cunningham) came out and took the game over in the second half. We let them get the ball in her hands and we didn’t want that.” Cunningham scored all 15 of her teamhigh points in the second half. Until late, it looked like the Angels (23-6) might pick up their seventh state title overall. But it was not to be. St. Joseph’s led 25-15 at the half. The Angels were up 36-30 early in the fourth quarter but that was their high-water point. Rock Bridge went on a 15-2 run to take command and pick up the victory.
St. Joseph’s last won the state title in 2004 when the Angels defeated Columbia Hickman. This was the Angels’ 14th trip to the Final Four. St. Joseph’s shot 40.5 percent from the floor and 57 percent from the free throw line on 4 of 7 shooting. The Angels were led by senior forward Erin Nelson, who scored a game-high 22 points. Sydney Stipanovich, a 6-foot-3 senior center, added nine points and 10 rebounds. Sophomore guard Mary Barton scored seven points. “Erin Nelson had the game of her life,” Matheny said. “What a wonderful way to end her career at St. Joe’s. Sydney also played a great game for us.” Rock Bridge defeated St. Joseph’s 55-40 in a Webster Groves Tournament on Feb. 1. “We were anxious in regards to playing them but they had the mentality of ‘let’s play the game,’” Matheny said. “After we played them in the Webster tournament, we felt like we could beat them. We wanted another shot at them. “I felt the thing we needed to do was jump on them early and we got the lead. They’re huge. They’re just solid athletes. Not to take anything from our kids; we’re not the same build as they are. Year in and year out, they are good. They have 4 D-I kids. They felt like they were the reigning champs and
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wanted to keep the championship.” That got them to the championship game In the semifinal game, St. Joseph’s but the Angels could not grab the brass ring. scored a 47-31 victory over the Cor Jesu “Unfortunately, only one team wins and Chargers (21-10). that’s the way it should be,” Matheny said. The teams were tied 17-17 at halftime. In “I told them to keep their heads high. This the decisive third quarter, the Angels blanked hurt will benefit them down the road. A lot the Charters 15-0 to take control of the game. of other kids would have loved to be on the “Cor Jesu stayed in the locker room I think, floor playing in the game.” which was fine with us,” Matheny said. “I wish Four seniors graduate this year. StiRock Bridge would have used that idea.” panovich will play in the Ivy League at Penn. Nelson led the Angels with 20 points Nelson will go to Saint Louis University. and Stipanovich chipped in with 17. St. Susie Schmank and Emmie Haring are undeJoseph’s shot 44 percent from the floor and cided on where they will play in college. One 82 percent from the free throw line. starter is back in sophomore Mary Barton.
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National champion Joseph Hipskind won the recent Knights of Columbus Soccer Shootout challenge at Christ Prince of Peace and ended up winning their international championship. Hipskind, 10, was one of 8,000 participants nationwide in the competition. He won his age division with a score of 240. Hipskind is a fourth-grader at Christ Prince of Peace in Manchester.
His father, also named Joseph, said his son saw a notice about the competition and “since he likes soccer, he wanted to enter.” “After winning at his school, he had to win three more competitions (district, regional and state.) Then the scores for each of the state winners are compared and the child with the highest score is crowned the international champion,” his father said. In each competition, Hipskind had to take 25 penalty shots. Scores are given based accuracy with the most points given for shots in the upper corner and second most points for shots in the lower corner. He won each of the four competitions. “He was shocked when he got the letter a week or so ago that he was deemed the international champion based on his score at the state competition,” his father said. “At the Regional competition, he could only stay for the first few minutes because he had a St. Louis Scott Gallagher soccer game at the Soccer Park. So he kicked first and then left. They told him that, if there was a tie they would need to have a kickoff with the children who tied taking turns trying to hit targets from greater distances. They mentioned that he would automatically lose if there was a tie and he couldn’t participate in the tiebreaker. “But he didn’t want to miss his game with his team so he left after his turn thinking that his performance was unlikely to be
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High school boys basketball Here are how some of the high school boys all-conference basketball teams finished up the season. METRO CATHOLIC Players of the year: Jimmy Barton, senior, De Smet Jesuit; Jayson Tatum, freshman, Chaminade Newcomer of the year: Jayson Tatum, Chaminade Coach of the year: Kelvin Lee, Chaminade First team: Jordan Barnett, junior, CBC; Jimmy Barton, De Smet Jesuit; Nolan Berry, senior, De Smet Jesuit; Patrick McCaw, junior, CBC; Andy Kleinlein, senior, Chaminade; Jayson Tatum, Chaminade Second team: Alec Bausch, senior, De Smet Jesuit; Ray Doby junior, CBC;
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High school girls basketball Here are how some of the high school girls all-conference basketball teams finished the season. SUBURBAN WEST Players of the year: Becca Steins, senior, Parkway South; and Ashley Ploudre, senior, Marquette Freshmen of the year: Mallory Proffer, Eureka; and Kavita Krell, Lindbergh Coach of the year: Thomas Williams, Parkway South First team: Brittany Thomas, junior, Parkway South; Taylor Campbell, junior, Marquette; Aaryana Cook, senior, Oakville; Lindsey McCoy, junior, Eureka; Hannah Finley, senior, Lafayette Second team: Kelsey Tepen, junior, Eureka; Reje Pitchford, junior, Marquette; Riley Reddin, senior, Parkway South; Hannah Schneider, senior, Lafayette; Erin Birschbach, junior, Fox; Angela Black, senior, Lindbergh; Alyssa Norberg, sophomore, Oakville; Sierra Gray, senior, Mehlville Defensive team: Taylor Fortner, sophomore, Northwest; Jessica Poore, sophomore, Eureka; Nicole Fleischman, senior, Fox; Emily Fox, junior, Mehlville; Aaryana Cook, senior, Oakville; Angela Black, senior, Lindbergh; Hannah Finley, senior, Lafayette; Elisabeth Meyers, senior, Marquette; Dominique Broadus, junior, Parkway South Honorable mention: Gabby Adams, senior, Eureka; Ali Wallner, senior, Eureka; Mallory Proffer, freshman, Eureka; Selma Fific, junior, Fox; Kelsey Brobeck, junior, Fox; Lindsey Bozdeck, junior, Lindbergh;
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Youth ice hockey The 2002 St. Louis AAA Blues won the Nations Cup, a tournament held in East Lansing, Mich. The tournament consisted of 12 teams, six from the United States and six from Canada. Throughout round-robin play, the U.S. teams played the Canadian teams. Then each country’s teams were seeded by the amount of points they had accumulated during the round-robin action. The final games were played for points. The AAA Blues won their game 6-3 to take home the Nations Cup. Boys on the team are Chase Bradley, Seamus Campbell, Wesley Carbone, Blake Dangos, Will DeWitt, Eli DoughartWood, Elliot Keller, Mason Langenbrunner, Bob Lockwood, Hunter Longhi, Ben Parres, Alex Tarlas, Makenna Webster and Carson Wilhelm. Former Blues right winger Jim Campbell is the coach. Scott Smith is the team manager.
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13. Pet owners are responsible to clean up after their animals. This includes on your property, while walking on city streets or in parks, in subdivision common ground areas, and, yes, in your neighbor’s yard as well.
12. The owner of property adjoining a public right-of-way is generally responsible for the maintenance of all vegetation growing within the adjoining right-of-way.
11. Tree limbs or bushes are not allowed to overhang and obstruct streets or public sidewalks. Tree limbs must be trimmed to a minimum height of 8’ above sidewalks and 14’ above street pavement. Bushes and other vegetation may not encroach into a sidewalk or street.
inflatable pools, are required to be erected with a permit and must comply with safety and access barrier requirements.
Membership Specials April: Get a membership for two great facilities, The Pointe at Ballwin Commons and North Pointe Aquatic Center for just one price. Save 10% on Pointe Plus annual memberships. Offer expires April 30, 2013. April: Save up to 10% on all “Early Bird” North Pointe pool passes. May-June: Three month student unlimited use memberships to The Pointe are available to all ages with a current school ID. Residents with a current ID $85 or Non-residents $125.
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Some other important things to remember: Tornado watch means watch the sky. A tornado may form during a thunderstorm. Tornado warning means seek shelter immediately. An interior room without windows on the lowest floor is the safest shelter location. Do not seek shelter in a cafeteria, gymnasium or other large open room because the roof might collapse. Immediately leave a mobile home to seek shelter in a nearby building. Overpasses are not safe. An overpass’ under-the-girder-type
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10. Pools with a designed water depth of 24” or more, including
Off premise placement or posting of signs in the public right-of-way for events such as garage and yard sales, auctions and estate sales, open houses, property for sale, etc. are not permitted under any circumstances.
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the day of pickup and must otherwise be stored inside the garage or in the side or rear yard of the property.
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They can also be viewed by going to www.mo.gov. The link will be in the item at the center of the page at the top that discusses the statewide tornado drill.
http://sema.dps.mo.gov/plan_and_prepare/2012_Statewide_ Tornado_Drill.asp
Heading into the tornado season, Missouri’s State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA) has prepared three brief, informative tornado safety videos, one each for a house (with and without a basement), a mobile home and a school. Here is the link:
Resident lawns should not exceed 6” in height or 12” if the parcel is over 3 acres in area.
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festival. Public Works services include sidewalk maintenance and replacement, snow & ice control and leaf pickup. Court, inspections, planning & zoning and information technology services are included in Administration. The final payment of $600,000 for debt incurred to construct the North Pointe Aquatic Center will be made this year. The Capital Improvement Plan includes $345,305 for the remodeling of the board room to upgrade the acoustics and audio/video equipment. Improvements to Ferris Park will include the development of a Nature Exploration Playground, related walkways, and a small picnic pavilion to cost $398,500.
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detecting cancers, Wittry said it has applications also that may improve outcomes for Alzheimer’s and heart patients. Within the next three to nine months, Mercy expects to use the machine to offer brain scans for dementia using a new imaging agent that measures the level of plaque in the brain, which is associated with Alzheimer’s disease. Doctors will also use the new scanner for myocardial viability exams that can show if non-working parts of the heart muscle are dead or “hibernating.” That can be helpful for making decisions on bypass or transplantation for patients with poor heart function.
‘GET ACTIVE’ in Chesterfield The Chesterfield Parks and Recreation Department, in partnership with St. Luke’s Hospital, has started a new program to promote health and wellness in Chesterfield. Called “GET ACTIVE,” the free program is designed to create an active, healthy community by providing professional health information, including fitness and nutrition tips; GET ACTIVE days that provide a fun, safe environment for kids to play and get exercise; discounted rates at selected city of Chesterfield events; a listing of health-focused events around town; opportunities to win prizes, and more. People of all ages are encouraged to partic-
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‘Take Steps for Crohn’s & Colitis’ The Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of America (CCFA), a nonprofit organization dedicated to finding cures for Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis – two painful, unpredictable and incurable digestive diseases – is asking area residents to support its “Take Steps for Crohn’s & Colitis” fundraising walk taking place from 2:30-6:30 p.m. on Sunday, May 5 at Creve Coeur Lake Park. Anyone interested in joining a team or forming a team for the walk can register at cctakesteps.org/stlouis. More than 100 volunteers are needed to help with checking in participants, handing out food and water, cheering on the walkers, etc. To learn more about walking or volunteering, contact Amy Willett at (314) 8634747 or awillett@ccfa.org.
Garbled text could signal stroke If someone sends a garbled text message, it might not be something to LOL about. That was the case when a 40-year-old man visiting Detroit on business texted his wife a message that she described as “disjointed, non-fluent and incomprehensible.” According to his doctors at Henry Ford Hospital, the man performed well the fol-
lowing day on a routine test of his language abilities, including speech fluency, reading, writing and comprehension. But when he was asked to type a simple text message, he responded by typing garble and was unable to see it as such. Instructed to type, “the doctor needs a new blackberry,” the man responded by texting, “Tjhe Doctor nddds a new bb.” Asked if he had typed it correctly, the man said he did not recognize any errors. Other than slight facial asymmetry and his inability to send a fluent text message and see it as incorrect, the man had no symptoms of a stroke, but doctors determined he had suffered an acute ischemic stroke, which usually results in physical impairment and can be fatal. According to Omran Kaskar, M.D., a neurologist at Henry Ford Hospital and lead author of the case study on the patient, the man’s experience illustrates how “dystextia” can be the only symptom of stroke-related aphasia – a partial or sometimes total inability to form or understand language. “Dystextia” is a recently coined term for incoherent text messaging. “Besides the time-honored test we use to determine aphasia in diagnosing stroke, checking for dystextia may well become a vital tool in making such a determination,” Kaskar said. “Because text messages are always time-stamped when they’re sent, they may also help establish when the stroke symptoms were at least present or even when they began,” which are key factors in determining appropriate treatment.
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E L EC TIO N PREVIE W In anticipation of the April 2 election, West County candidates were invited to answer the following questions: • Why are you running and what are your priorities if elected? • What are your qualifications for holding public office? Due to space limitations, only the answers to question No. 1 are listed here. Answers to both questions as well as photos of the candidate and websites (when provided) can be found online at newsmagazinenetwork.com. West Newsmagazine has not verified and does not endorse statements made by the candidates. Candidates are listed in ballot order. BALLWIN Karen Glanz • Ward 1 Alderman I am running to have a voice in our Ward 1 in Ballwin and try to help keep Ballwin a No. 1 place to live and raise our families. James Terbrock • Ward 1 Alderman I am running for this office because, after 8 years as Ward 1 Alderman, I have the experience and ability to make the decisions that best represent my community. My top priorities for my next term will be to continue to provide our citizens with the services we have come to expect, it is those things that make Ballwin “ the best place to live,” raise a family, and the 47th safest city in America according to Money magazine, Family Circle and Neighborhoodscout.com, not to mention the residents of this city. CHESTERFIELD Matt Segal • Mayor I am running for mayor of Chesterfield because I care! I want to ensure that Chesterfield continues to be the wonderful community for you, and our future generations, as it has been for me – a life-long resident. My priorities are to enhance and continue Chesterfield’s history of providing first class services to our residents in an efficient and cost effective manner. Keep residential communities residential and commercial areas commercial. As we continue to grow, I will focus on minimizing traffic impacts. Build community partnerships with schools, businesses and faith-based organizations. Maintain a safe environment for residents and a special emphasis on school safety for our Chesterfield schools. Bob Nation • Mayor While I support responsible development, I have been increasingly frustrated at decisions to spend money frivolously. One example concerns the building of two outlet malls, allowing developers to collect revenue to refund their development expenses. I am running simply to serve the people with honesty
and integrity. My priorities include seeking a rollback of tax rates if excess fund reserves continue. No government should collect more revenue than it needs to pay for services provided. Work with other cities to modify outdated St. Louis County sales tax pool system to improve Chesterfield’s distribution. Increase transparency and continue to provide top notch services to residents and businesses.
evidenced by a robust local economy, high quality of life and strong property values. It is an honor to serve the city I grew up in, and I look forward to the opportunity of continuing to keep Chesterfield an exceptional place to live, work and play.
Dan Hurt • Ward 3 Councilmember I have always been willing to serve the public, and I believe these should be the Adelaida Peterson • Ward 1 Councilmember top priorities: Protect our schools and get our I am running for this office because I like police force back to the full strength we had serving people, with or without political in 2009; protect your pocketbook and stop office. I have been doing public service, espe- allowing sales tax subsidies for new retail cially in the areas concerning children and development like that used for the two new women, for a long time now. Chesterfield is Chesterfield outlet malls; protect character of indeed a great place to play, work and live. neighborhoods and keep commercial develIf elected, my top priorities are to maintain a opment away from residential; protect the financially sound city, meaning, making sure city’s AAA bond rating with fiscal conservatax dollars are spent sensibly; safeguard and tism and the maintenance of our fund reserve; deliver top notch essential city services such protect and enhance quality of life; and work as infrastructure and police protection; and to complete the parks master plan. collaborating with local businesses to keep David Sodemann Sr. • Ward 3 the local economy healthy and strong. Councilmember Continue to maintain a strong and effecNancy Greenwood • Ward 1 Councilmember I am running because I want to focus on tive police department and ensure we pro“neighborhoods first” in the decisions that vide safe neighborhoods for our children are made by the City Council. My priorities and families. Ensure the city maintains its include bringing the police force back to full fiscal responsibility by eliminating waste, strength after the 2010 “right-sizing” so that reducing the tax burden where possible that neighborhoods and schools are provided and supporting programs that benefit the the very best possible services; no sales community. Serve the interest of all Ward taxes paid by residents should be offered as 3 residents with ethical governance and incentives for the development of discount impartiality. Support a growth development malls or other commercial development; plan that attracts businesses that reflect the and to continue to develop parks and pro- character of our community without sacrigramming to include all age groups. I sup- ficing our quality of life. Encourage resiport a strong reserve fund so that revenues dents to participate in the process; demand are available to provide services without tax transparency and increase communication. increases during tough economic times. Randy Logan • Ward 3 Councilmember Melissa Heberle • Ward 1 Councilmember I began serving on the parks committee I have been active in our community to in 2001 and chaired the committee for three ensure our neighbors, municipalities, schools years. In 2006, I joined the Police Personnel and businesses live in balance. I plan to con- Board. In 2009, I was elected to City Council, tinue the tradition of growth and forward and have chaired both Finance and Planning thinking Chesterfield has always encouraged, and Zoning, working to maintain our city’s to keep this a city where everyone can safely financial strength and promote smart, responraise families with access to good education sible growth. My priorities are to put the citiand future prosperity. I am committed to zens first, working with staff to mitigate traffic fair and equitable growth while maintaining from any new development and making sure Chesterfield’s fiscally conservative budget. I any development is in the citizens’ best interbelieve in preserving our beautiful environ- est. I will be a fiscally conservative steward of ment and strong safety commitments for all the people’s money, ensuring city government residents, schools, places of worship and continues to deliver a high level of service, in businesses. I intend to promote responsible good times and bad, without increasing taxes. growth and development in accordance with Chesterfield’s comprehensive plan. Bruce Degroot • Ward 4 Councilmember I’m running because I love living in Derek Grier • Ward 2 Councilmember Chesterfield. Having now served our comThe city of Chesterfield is one of the munity as a commissioner, I am excited to greatest cities in the country. This fact is be able to represent our ward more broadly.
Tax reform is my largest priority. Chesterfield’s designation as a pool city rather than a point of sale city limits our ability to provide key public safety services. Support for new businesses is becoming harder to provide since we send a disproportionate amount of our tax dollars to St Louis County. As a councilmember I will support any effort to change that designation and use the extra money to pay for the support new businesses will need. Pari Sheth • Ward 4 Councilmember The position of a councilman in Chesterfield is an important position for the community of Chesterfield. I believe that I am eminently qualified for this position. I have been an integral part of the community for several years. As a fiscal conservative, my priorities are strategically-planned business expansion in Chesterfield concurrent with continually creating a family environment with our contributions to the parks and the arts. As a father of a teen in Chesterfield and her softball coach, I recognize and support the need for safety and security within the community as well as the importance of a superior school system. Rich Kastel • Ward 4 Councilmember After seven years as treasurer of my subdivision, it is a chance to serve the community in a larger capacity. I have noticed a lot of larcenies and burglars and I feel that we need better protection and more active Neighborhood Watch Programs. I would also like to see more code enforcement of signs. Too many advertisement signs can detract from a community’s appearance. I would like to see Chesterfield advertised in Midwestern publications as a “destination,” not because of the new outlet malls but because of what Chesterfield has to offer. I would like to represent my neighbors, especially older, retired adults. CREVE COEUR David Caldwell • Ward 1 Councilmember I am running to apply what I have learned as editor of crevecoeurvoter.com to make city government work better for residents. My priorities include making sure Creve Coeur has commonsense financial management with low taxes and fees but without reducing the high level of services provided; protecting residential neighborhoods from commercial encroachment while implementing a new plan to encourage high-quality development; and bringing a practical, experienced businessman’s approach to the City Council. Cynthia Kramer • Ward 1 Councilmember I am running for Creve Coeur City Council Ward 1 to give back to the community I love. To make thoughtful contributions on
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issues such as stewardship of the budget; maintaining our stellar services like refuse and recycling; assisting in showcasing our world-class bio-tech research, business and education; collaborating with councilmembers to insure well-rounded, creative, vetted decisions are made, serve the residents and our businesses by listening, engaging and remembering to serve on their behalf for best outcomes.
political pressure from donors. With this in mind, voters have in me a candidate who won’t accept campaign contributions.
Charles H. Billings • Municipal Judge In Des Peres, the prosecution, the court administrators and the municipal judge strive to provide a court that is efficient, yet accessible. Everybody who has an occasion to be in court receives “his day in court.” We are often complimented on our courtroom decoEllen B. Lawrence • Ward 2 Councilmember rum. Courts at the municipal level are charged A 30-year resident of Creve Coeur, I want to with increasing caseloads and dealing with be of service by helping to ensure that our won- more serious crime. We have constructed strict derful city remains vibrant and a great place to probation guidelines where applicable and in live. My first priority will be to re-institute a some cases must include incarceration as an regular mechanism for communicating and applicable punishment for multiple offenders. interacting with Ward 2 residents through meetings, e-newsletters, etc. Working with David Howard • Municipal Judge the mayor and City Council in a collaborative I decided to enter Des Peres politics way, I want to make sure that the character of because I want to use my talents to benefit our beautiful neighborhoods is maintained and serve the community in which I live. As and that the city fosters a business-friendly a husband, father and neighbor, I believe that environment. Lastly, I want to see if we can we can do better to make it clear that crime bring a Farmers’ Market to Creve Coeur. in Des Peres will not be tolerated; it will be punished and justice done. I am dedicated to Jay Steinback • Ward 2 Councilmember focusing on serving only my community and I am running for Councilmember of Ward what really matters — the people of the city 2 with no personal agenda, just the desire of Des Peres. I believe a change in municipal to give back to the community where I was judge will bring an opportunity for a renewed born and raised. Creve Coeur has so many look at improving our community. first-rate programs that should be continued and possibly expanded, if it is fiscally Kathleen M. Gmelich • Ward 1 Alderman responsible, including our leaf and limb I have always treated each term of office service; valet trash pickup; snow removal; as though it was my first, seeking out new and the growth and maintenance of our challenges and new opportunities for our local parks, which are the finest in the St. city. As such, I believe I have much more Louis region. Also, I completely support to contribute to ensure Des Peres continues our police and fire protection departments to offer its residents a safe, prosperous and who are the pride of Creve Coeur. aesthetically pleasing environment in which to live, work and raise a family. My speScott Saunders • Ward 4 Councilmember cific priorities include continuing to offer a If re-elected to office, I will continue to keep superior level of city services, recreational residents well informed and to listen carefully opportunities and public safety protection to all of their thoughts and concerns prior to while at the same time effectively managing taking action on issues. I will make use of my the city’s fiscal and operational affairs. experience with Planning and Zoning and the Economic Development Commission to con- Steven Palubiak • Ward 1 Alderman tinue to focus on ensuring that development I love Des Peres and realize our commuin Creve Coeur is of the highest quality, pro- nity deserves choices of the highest level tects and respects the residential quality of our of dedicated leaders who have the time and neighborhoods and incorporates features that courage to stand up for our residents’ interdirectly enhance Creve Coeur as a superior ests. As your Alderman, my top three priorplace to live, work and do business. ities include ensuring fiscal responsibility with our tax dollars, enhancing community DES PERES safety and protection, and enticing all genMichael Waller • Municipal Judge erations to shop and live in Des Peres. Honesty, impartiality and fairness. Our Founding Fathers were so concerned about Jim Kleinschmidt • Ward 2 Alderman these issues that they inserted in the ConMy priorities are to continue to efficiently stitution lifetime appointments for federal manage the fiscal affairs of Des Peres to judges so that they would not need to campaign for office and be subjected to See CANDIDATES, page 30
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For complete election coverage, visit newsmagazinenetwork.com CANDIDATES, from page 29 ensure the highest level of governmental services to its citizens. Continue to restrict commercial development to Manchester Road. Maintain the residential nature of Des Peres. Continue to facilitate communication between Des Peres citizens and city government to benefit the citizens. ELLISVILLE Gary G. Voss • District 1 Councilmember I believe the current City Council does not run the city by the voters’ wants and issues. I do not belong to any group. I am an independent interested in supporting the interests of Ward 1. Yes, I am anti-Walmart. While the City Council may think forking over $14 million in TIF to Walmart is a good idea, it thinks nothing of making small businesses jump though hoops over something as trivial as the color of a roof. It’s time to get new people on the City Council and run the city professionally with friendly, intelligent politicians and city employees. I hope I can be one of them. Troy Pieper • District 2 Councilmember My goals are to focus on making our town more attractive to businesses and to draw those businesses into our city. The main component of this for Ellisville is the revenue from sales tax. It is essential that we bring retail business to Ellisville to both generate revenue for our city and fill our vacant property. I plan to continue to work with the Great Streets Initiative to help improve the Manchester Road corridor, its traffic conditions and its overall appearance. In doing so, I believe Ellisville will be an even better place to live and to raise a family. Adi M. Surti • District 2 Councilmember I want to be the independent voice of the people at city hall. Work with the mayor, city hall and the councilmembers to provide good and responsible governance. Provide fiscal responsibility and prudence to ensure resources are put to the best use. Cynthia Pool • District 3 Councilmember I am running for Ellisville City Council because I felt there was a need to represent the people who have an unbiased and objective view on our city’s current political environment. It is obvious that we need councilmembers who can work together to achieve what is best for the city. It is now just as important to rebuild our reputation, as it is to rebuild our business sector. I choose to look at this situation with a positive attitude, and will work hard to make Ellisville a place you want to call home. Robert Srote • District 3 Councilmember I am running for the councilmember position because I am adamant about
positively influencing Ellisville by providing common sense and ethical leadership while addressing citizens’ concerns with the candor they deserve. My top priority is to make Ellisville a better community by integrating my ideas with the concerns, opinions and ideas of other residents.
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needs that require attention. My priorities include ensuring the long-term viability of TOWN & COUNTRY Twin Oaks; encouraging and facilitating balJonathan F. (Jon) Dalton • Mayor anced growth; creating economic developThanks to the productive, transparent ment opportunities; initiating erosion control, and collaborative manner in which our environmental stewardship programs and city government now functions, Town new storm water plans; and effectively com& Country is in the midst of a true resur- municate with residents, commercial partners MANCHESTER gence. I am seeking another term as mayor and neighboring governments. Paul C. Hamill • Ward 1 Alderman to build on our progress. If re-elected, my I was an alderman from 2008-2010 and top priority will be to develop a forward- Frank Venturella • Trustee am currently serving my second term. If re- thinking strategic plan for investment in Ensure that the municipal ordinance elected, my top three priorities are to ensure public infrastructure and community assets codes of the Village are equitable and that we strengthen the condition of the gen- to protect property values and our quality upheld by the trustees; establish and maineral fund, which may require making some of life, while emphasizing fiscally respon- tain a 5- and 10-year commercial and difficult but necessary choices; to make the sible budgeting to ensure high quality city residential development plan for the Vilbusiness district along Manchester Road services and a 0% residential property tax. lage; and maintain an annual budget with more user-friendly and more inviting to both I will continue to support preservation of no deficit spending; and keep necessary consumers and businesses; and to make sure the beauty and traditions of our outstand- capital reserves available for unforeseen that our code enforcement properly moni- ing community. emergencies and expenditures. tors the housing stock in our neighborhoods to ensure that home values do not decrease Barbara Ann Hughes • Mayor Lisa Eisenhauer • Trustee because of a small group of owners do not Promote fair and equitable governance. I was originally running for the position properly maintain their properties. Restore respect for a democratic process of Trustee because I believed I could be inclusive of all residents by ensuring that of benefit to the Board. I have since deterMike Clement • Ward 2 Alderman boards and commissions are representative mined that my preference is to remain on I’m running because I enjoy serving as of all viewpoints, not a select few. Respect the Park Committee if the Village will an alderman. Public service at the munici- our city’s “spaces,” developed and undevel- have me in that capacity. I have three pal level offers one the ability to positively oped. Work with developers and residents to children and believe my limited time will influence local issues that keenly affect our protect existing zoning ordinances irrespec- be better spent there. I hope to run for daily lives. Cooperatively, aldermen help tive of outside financial interests. Evaluate Trustee at some point in the future when I build a community with safe streets, great city reserves. Evaluate excessive, allow- have more time to devote to the position. I parks and arts events and robust local busi- able general fund reserves and, if prudently regret not getting my name removed from ness activity — all things that enrich qual- possible, invest in cost-effective projects the ballot but hope some people will get ity of life. My top priorities are to maintain designed to enhance property values and their information here. fiscal well-being of the city; expand quality quality of life. Implement a cost-effective of life opportunities with more park events deer management program in cooperation WILDWOOD and art opportunities, safe streets and side- with surrounding municipalities that is Sue Cullinane • Ward 3 Councilmember walks; ensure that city housing and business humane and reduces deer/car collisions. I will work to ensure that Wildwood remains stock are well-maintained; and seek ways to a unique and special place. To achieve that revitalize the old parts of Manchester. Fred Meyland-Smith • Ward 3 Alderman goal, my priorities are to maintain the city’s There are two top priorities. Revitalize strong financial strength, to adhere to the John A. Schrader • Ward 3 Alderman vacant existing commercial space in our city. city’s master plan and Town Center Plan, I have had the opportunity to represent the The loss of sales tax revenue and the absence to promote Town Center businesses, and residents of Ward 3 for the past two years. of services that could be available to our resi- to ensure our citizens’ home values remain My priorities during that time and going dents if these spaces were productively filled strong. I will also work to bring Internet forward are fiscal responsibility, and com- are factors which must be addressed. Second, access to all of Wildwood’s citizens as it has municating with residents, fellow Board continue to make our dollars work the hard- become an infrastructure issue that’s increasmembers and all staff to effectively stay est for our city. Get maximum use of the ingly more important in this 21st century. informed on all issues and concerns. To pro- financial resources we have. Beginning last vide ethical and professional representation. year and continuing into the near term future, Marc S. Perez • Ward 3 Councilmember we will be undertaking the most aggressive I am a candidate for City Council Tony Mueller • Ward 3 Alderman program in the city’s history to improve our because I have a passion and history for I love the city of Manchester and would infrastructure as well a long list of needed public service. Service without interferwelcome the opportunity to get involved storm water control projects. We must make ence in people’s private lives is a priority. with the community. The alderman posi- these investments while maintaining our Governments get bored; they over-regulate tion offers me the unique opportunity to excellent police, fire and EMS services. and pass too many laws and ordinances accomplish more for the citizens. My top where individual responsibility should be three priorities are based off of my own TWIN OAKS the order of the day. I am in no hurry to experiences and are to provide easy com- Russ Fortune • Trustee add to the do and do not list of municipal munication with the public by supplying I have been a resident of Twin Oaks for the laws. In City Council hearings, the right an online blog with a brief summary of bi- past 30 years and was attracted to the Village questions need to be asked of petitioners weekly meeting events, help set up more because of the natural beauty and relaxed who bring items to the agenda. A logical community events and set up online polls lifestyle. While I think those serving the vil- approach to elicit facts is where my life through the blog to provide an easy way to lage have done a great job, there are future experiences come in to play.
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Katie Dodwell • Ward 4 Councilmember Having lived in Wildwood for the past 19 years. I feel that it is my duty to give back to this wonderful community. It is important to me that we continue to operate and grow the city in a collaborative, positive manner. My top priorities include, but are not limited to, continued support of the city’s master plan, with the goal of aiding business development; implementation of the restroom for Anniversary Park; a commitment to meeting the objectives for the Wildwood City Park; consistent review of costs vs. benefits on all projects brought before Council; representation of the citizens of Ward 4. Jeffrey Levitt • Ward 7 Councilmember As a new councilmember, I first want to learn what is important to the residents of Ward 7 and represent those concerns to my fullest ability. I enjoy the quality of life that I have living in Wildwood and want to maintain that quality, while at the same time guiding growth in the city within master plan guidelines.
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Daniel P. Brodsky • Director I was motivated to run for the Parkway Board by the terrible events at Sandy Hook Elementary last December. I would like to serve on the Board to ensure that Parkway schools are as secure as possible, but I also would like to work toward the goal of elevating Parkway’s reputation in the community. I have several projects planned in order to accomplish that goal.
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Leslie North Owner/Agent Kay Bova Owner/Broker Kay Bova leads a full service real estate company, specializing in West County residential sales. “We understand buying or selling a home can be a very stressful experience. We want to take that stress away from you. After all, this is what we are trained to do,” says Kay. “It is essential to understand the current market trends and develop a plan for each family to suit their needs.” The boutique agency with its home-like atmosphere provides concierge level real estate service. Kay Bova and her team realize their clients are entrusting them with one of their most valuable assets. They are committed to treating you with the personal service you deserve.
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Leslie North began her career in the insurance industry in 1999. Leslie opened the North Insurance Agency Inc., as an Exclusive Agent for Allstate Insurance Co, in Wildwood in 2003 and Washington in 2007. In the nine years she has been an Allstate agent, she has consistently won Allstate’s top awards. In 2006 & 2007, Leslie won Allstate’s “Inner Circle” award putting her in the top 3% of Allstate agents in the nation. The past two years Leslie has been awarded the Five Star Home/Auto Insurance Professional award in St Louis Magazine. Leslie and her staff ’s commitment to providing the highest quality service along with Allstate’s quality insurance products sets her apart from her competition. North enjoys helping families protect the things that are important to them: their families, their homes, their cars and more. She also helps her clients prepare strategies to achieve their financial goals. “Quality service, strength and satisfaction – that’s something I’m glad to be a part of,” North said. “I’m proud to work with a company that has been serving satisfied customers for over 75 years,” North said. “Customers count on outstanding financial strength and superior claims service to help protect what they value most. Allstate delivers on their promise.”
Kaye Raiford has been with Merle Norman for 30 years and is proud to offer a leading brand of premium skin care, foundation and color cosmetic products. “We are a full-service cosmetic company offering everything from advanced skincare to nail polish,” said Kaye, who offers complimentary samples, makeovers and facials so customers can “try before they buy.” Kaye’s beauty consultants are happy to provide skin care assessments to determine what products are best for each customer’s needs. Conveniently located at Baxter Shops, Merle Norman offers easy access and is open every day.
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Women who come to The Happy Hormone Cottage have the same four problems: sleep, weight gain, fatigue and low libido. The strategies doctors are using typically deal with drugs to band-aid the symptoms, rather than getting to the root of the problem. That is where The Happy Hormone Cottage comes in. An educational resource for natural hormone balance, The Happy Hormone Cottage strives to continue to educate women on their options and help them feel better. Through anti-aging and disease-prevention strategies, women can find great customer service and inexpensive, non-invasive help they can trust. Says Lyn Hogrefe, the owner and director The Happy Hormone Cottage, “When our women replace their depleted hormone levels with our customized natural hormone therapy, they begin to feel better. We can facilitate in the process of getting one’s hormone levels checked and make a recommended strategy for treatment that will be faxed to your doctor for approval.” The caring staff at The Happy Hormone Cottage listens to women’s stories, validates all they are going through and then offers a strategy for getting tested, treated and healthy with natural hormone balance.
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Pulaski Bank Senior Vice President/ Regional Manager Brenda Bader Tucker has more than 33 years of experience in the banking industry. Native to the West County area, Tucker remains involved in the local community through numerous civic organizations. Pulaski Bank is a locally owned and managed financial institution that provides outstanding personal service to consumers and businesses in the St. Louis area. Banking solutions are uniquely tailored to meet the financial needs of businesses and consumers.
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Dee Hencken Owner Felicia Cox Designer Dee Hencken and Felicia Cox have been designing beautiful rooms together throughout the homes of St. Louis for over 26 years. Traveling to markets several times a year, both domestically and abroad, provides Dee & Felicia with unlimited choices of only the highest quality and most tastefully designed furnishings and accessories. Ooh La La offers everything needed for a home, from furniture, accessories, paintings and lamps, to mirrors, floral arrangements, blinds and window treatments. This boutique truly strives for something different.
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Manchester artist Gloria Hamlin with some of her paintings
Multi-talented Manchester artist to exhibit at Art Fair at Queeny Park By SHEILA FRAYNE RHOADES More than 130 artists from 20 states will exhibit at the Greater St. Louis Art Association’s Spring Art Fair at Queeny Park, taking place April 5-7 indoors at the Greensfelder Recreation Center. Among them will be local artist Gloria Hamlin, a resident of Manchester whose artistic talents are two-fold: She is an accomplished acrylic painter and a muchsought-after porcelain repair artist. As a painter, Hamlin enjoys creating landscapes, abstracts and botanicals, but her favorite subjects are animals. “The soul of the animal is clearly apparent in their trusting eyes,” Hamlin said. “They only want to love you and be loved in return. Who wouldn’t want to capture that?” Hamlin’s pet portraits all are commissioned pieces. Clients need only provide her with sharp photographs of their pets and determine with Hamlin what the painting’s background will be. Surprisingly, Hamlin is a self-taught artist. “I’ve been doing art since I was old enough to hold a crayon,” she said. “I’ve never had any formal fine art training.” Her first passion may be painting, but Hamlin is in high demand also for restoring three-dimensional decorative art. “I work from 9 to 5 repairing porcelain collectibles,” she explained. “The rest of the time, I paint in my home studio.” Her porcelain repair work is done at Hamlin’s Restoration Studio, located in Valley Park. There, she maintains a staff of three artists including her daughter. Hamlin personally trained each member of her staff in American and European restoration techniques. “We have restored over 15,000 items during our career,” she said. “I started 25 years ago while repairing some of my own damaged collectibles. After several years
of casual studies, I began learning professional restoration.” Hamlin studied at the South African Academy of Ceramic Conservation at the Campbell Center (an affiliate of the University of Chicago) and at the Dayton Art Institute. She trained also with Penny Bendell, who holds a Royal Warrant from Queen Elizabeth and frequently works for Buckingham Palace. “There are so few professional restorers in the U.S that finding qualified people is extremely difficult,” Hamlin said. “I would like to see more young artists pursue a career in historical preservation and restoration.” A recognized lecturer and instructor who conducts classes in ceramic restoration, Hamlin’s reputation is so great that she receives restoration projects from all over the world. Museums and auction houses including Sotheby’s in New York have referred clients to her, and Lladro and the M.I. Hummel Club have recommended her. Her studio has been featured in magazines and newspapers and on radio and TV. “Although I have restored almost every kind of decorative art including porcelain, pottery, bronze, wood and glass, my personal favorite is jade and anything that is a precious family treasure,” she said. Hamlin said she believes that art, like life, is a journey. “With each painting, I take another step; to where, I am not quite sure,” she said. “But I’m happy in knowing that I’m on my way and that the destination is not as important as the trip.” The Spring Art Fair at Queeny Park will run from 6-9 p.m. on Friday, April 5; from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. on Saturday, April 6; and from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. on Sunday, April 7. For more information, visit artfairatqueenypark.com.
Since 1995, Chesterfield franchise owner Nancy Barrett, ASID, has been creating “beautiful rooms” for delighted clients. Barrett has maintained a business philosophy of providing excellent design service, on projects large and small, tailored to the client’s needs and wants. “I usually operate like a retail store that comes to you,” Barrett said. “I carry a complete line of furniture, flooring, window treatments, wall coverings and accessories. Or, I can just provide hourly design advice.” Barrett carries an impressive list of interior design credentials. The former graphic artist is a professional member of the American Society of Interior Designers and a past chapter president. She was named the Field Manager of the Year for Decorating Den Interiors and has received design awards for seven consecutive years, including being named 1st runner-up Decorator of the Year in 2012. Her work has been featured in many books, magazines and newspapers. Barrett first offers a complimentary consultation to assess the client’s desires for their home or office. She asks a lot of questions to determine their needs and personal style preferences. She suggests a plan of action for the best way to create the space of their dreams within their investment allowance. For those who purchase items from Barrett, there is no design fee. “I can take care of everything from concept to installation,” Barrett said. “My goal is to make any experience easy and enjoyable for my clients and I have new 3D imaging available to show a visualization of the finished results.”
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“I knew, since age 14, that I wanted to open a restaurant,” says Beth Williams, owner of the upscale-casual Table Three in Wildwood. “I was hooked on the vibe of it all.” Today, her passion for creating a gracious, relaxed atmosphere where patrons soon feel like friends is the heartbeat of Table Three. “What I hope they take away is a memorable experience and a culinary journey,” Williams says. Providing that culinary journey is Chef Jodie Ferguson, who brings a touch of Southern, Asian and French to the table. “A good example,” Williams says,“is our delicious PLT. It’s braised pork belly, fried green tomato and arugula served with a fried egg. One of our more eclectic dishes is Ahi Tuna with a ponzu soy glaze. It’s amazing.” On the European-style brick patio, friends gather to enjoy great food and live entertainment. “It’s a party,” says Williams. “Everyone seems to know everyone on the patio. It’s the heart of the restaurant.” Serving handcrafted martinis and cocktails as well as appetizers that are easy to share and full meals, the patio has a resort-like vibe – and was voted West County’s “Best Patio” by West Newsmagazine readers. Open for lunch and dinner, Monday-Saturday. Ask about VIP private dining or parties for up to 60 guests.
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Real rabbits require real commitment If you want to give someone a bunny for Easter, make it chocolate. That is the message the nonprofit Missouri House Rabbit Society (HRS) is promoting, in hopes that parents will refrain from buying their children live “Easter bunnies” unless they are prepared to accept the 10-year commitment required to care for the animals. According to the nonprofit HRS, thousands of rabbits are left at shelters or abandoned outdoors every year, often because parents purchased them as pets for their children without understanding the amount of care they require. The HRS is not opposed to people having rabbits as pets but recommends that families consider the following before bringing home a pet rabbit: • Bunnies need a roomy, indoor cage that is about four times the size of the adult rabbit. The cage should not have a wire bottom, as the wire can cause sores on the rabbit’s feet. There should be room for a litter box, toys, food and water bowls. • Rabbits should be allowed at least 30 hours per week of out-of-cage running time in a rabbit-proofed area of the home. • Rabbits should never be left outdoors unsupervised. They literally can be frightened to death when approached by predators such as dogs, cats, raccoons and owls. They can dig under fences to escape. • Once spayed or neutered, a rabbit will readily use a litter box placed in one corner of its cage. The rabbit’s running space should contain at least one additional box. Use dustfree litter and no softwood shavings. • Bunnies need fresh water; unlimited fresh, grass hay; 1-2 cups of fresh vegetables; and a small serving (1/4 cup per five-pound
rabbit) of plain rabbit pellets each day. • Rabbits should be spayed or neutered. The risk of uterine cancer in un-spayed female rabbits is high, and un-neutered males are likely to spray. • Rabbits shed their coats three to four times per year. Use a flea comb and brush away excess fur. • Pet rabbits require owners with lots of time, a household that can withstand some chewing and a stable residence. • Owners should expect accidents when a baby rabbit forgets the location of the litter box. • A cute, baby bunny will grow into an adult rabbit and may have a different personality. More information on domestic rabbits, including adoption information, is available from the Chesterfield-based St. Louis chapter of the HRS. Call (314) 995-1457, or visit hrsmostl.org. Preventive pet care pays off Many pet owners do not invest in well visits for their pets, but according to the Veterinary Pet Insurance Co. (VPI), routine exams and preventive pet care can mean considerable cost savings. Upon review of its database of insured pets, VPI officials determined that the most common canine and feline ailments that can be avoided through preventive care are dental diseases, parasites (internal and external), infectious diseases and reproductive organ diseases. Following is a comparison of the average cost to prevent vs. average cost to treat those conditions, according to the VPI: • Dental disease due to bacteria overgrowth Prevention: $171.82 Treatment: $531.71 • Internal parasites, such as round worms,
Creativity unleashed Chesterfield-based Treats Unleashed recently received Pet Business magazine’s 2013 Retailer Excellence Award for Merchandising, which recognizes an independent pet store retailer that demonstrates outstanding creative techniques to promote sales and service. It is one of only 10 national awards presented annually by the magazine. Teresa Miller (center) accepts Pet Business Upon accepting the award, magazine’s award at the Global Pet Expo in Treats Unleashed owner and Orlando, Fla. founder Teresa Miller said, “Winning this award recognizes the wonderful 10-year relationship that we have had with all of our customers, their pets, our employees and families.”
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In conjunction with its Curt Parker Animal Art exhibit held last fall, Art Trends Gallery in Chesterfield held a drawing for a framed pet portrait painted by Parker, a Wildwood artist. The winner of the drawing was Theresa Long, an accomplished artist and art teacher at Eureka High School. Long is pictured here with Parker and his painting of Lucy, Long’s Boston terrier.
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PLACES Chesterfield-based Treats Unleashed in 2012 donated $22,000 to shelters and rescue groups in the St. Louis, Columbia, Mo., and Kansas City areas and more than 10,000 pounds of pet foods to local organizations. Area charities received more than $2,500 in gift cards for auctions and events, and through the independent pet retailer’s Giving Tree program held in December, customers donated more than $5,000 in items.
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MEETINGS & NETWORKING The Chesterfield Chamber of Commerce holds a First Thursday Coffee from 7:30-9 a.m. on Thursday, April 4 at Montgomery Bank, 13701 Olive Blvd. Admission is free for members and $15 for non-members. To register, call 532-3399 by April 2. ••• The West County Chamber of Commerce holds a First Friday Coffee at 7:30 a.m. on Friday, April 5 at West County Nissan, 14747 Manchester Road in Ballwin. Chamber members may register at westcountychamber.com; non-members, call 230-9900 to reserve a spot. ••• The Chick-fil-A Leadercast Simulcast is from 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m. on Friday, May 10 at St. John Church’s Cornerstone Youth Center in Ellisville. World-renowned leaders share their insights into growth. Visit stjstl.net.
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EUREKA FPD BOARD Wally Wuelling • Director highly qualified and motivated, using safe, I will address the understaffing issue that well-maintained facilities; and all taxpayer exists within the Eureka Fire District, which dollars being expended solely for those pur- currently staffs under nationally recognized poses based on transparent plans and effi- minimum standards. This will help to improve cient, publicly accountable budgets. the safety of the firefighters and citizens and improve the fire insurance rating to lower Diane Finnestead • Director insurance rates for the citizens of Eureka. I I am a fifth generation educator, Parkway will promote an open door policy to improve alum and dedicated to the continuation communication with the citizens, administraof the Project Parkway vision. To support tion and fire department personnel. Parkway’s vision of the future, my top three priorities in office would include making Francis Butch Oberkramer • Director the best decisions which are centered on the I am running for this office to improve students, the staff and the Parkway commu- staffing issues; continue community edunity; creating and keeping transparency in cation; implement no tax increase to the decision making throughout Parkway; and taxpayers; maintain a high quality of expanding existing resources while creating emergency medical fire and rescue service; new sources of revenue. improve delivery of service with advancement; implement upgrades in technology ROCKWOOD SCHOOL DISTRICT and equipment and enhance emergency 911 Janet Strate • Director communications and dispatching. As a fiscal conservative, it is my priority to ensure that every student have the METRO WEST FPD BOARD opportunity to learn to their fullest poten- Tim Flora • Director tial; that all decisions start with a focus on Ensuring the best fire protection and the student and the educational services emergency medical services, while being they receive; and the Board would create fiscally responsible. Dedicated to helping an environment that provides for long-term the citizens of the fire district to prevent financial security of the district while bal- emergencies through safety education and ancing the day-to-day operational needs of awareness. Working to maintain strong our students. partnerships with the cities within the fire district concerning public safety issues. Stephen (Steve) Banton • Director I am running for re-election to the Rock- MONARCH FPD BOARD wood Board because I want to help students Jane Cunningham • Director achieve their potential. I want to help impleLower property taxes while ensuring top ment an assessment system that will target quality service. That is not an empty promise areas where a student (at risk, TAG, special since I led the effort that convinced the Board needs, challenge, honors or average) needs to rescind the unnecessary, record-setting aid with existing material or needs to be $1 million property tax increase on homchallenged. I want to make our schools safer eowners as reported in the October 5, 2011, and encourage open and honest communi- West Newsmagazine. Improve emergency cation among parents, teachers, administra- response times for fire, ambulance and rescue tors, taxpayers and Board members. I want services. Ensure residents have the lowest to help, encourage and use district taxes and insurance premiums possible by implementresources wisely. ing annual reviews of services. My election would return control of the three-member Loralee Mondl • Director Board to the public. I will not accept money Being a voice for our kids and teachers, or volunteers from the union that is fighting reconnecting the Board with the commu- to continue control of the Board and your tax nity and ensuring fiscal responsibility and dollars. A balanced budget is a given. It is transparency are my priorities. This critical required by state law. time demands that our Board become more open and responsible. Our Board needs to Cole McNary • Director address serious budget issues with a longMonarch has had its problems. Current term vision and viable solutions for all cur- Board member Steve Swyers, who has turned rent and future Rockwood students. the district around, felt I could help Monarch continue to make progress. It would be my Jeffrey R. Morrell • Director honor to serve on the Board. My top priMy top priorities are and will remain orities are removing politics from the Board, “real” campus security and child safety, keeping taxes flat, increasing transparency by strength through fiscal responsibility and placing expenditures on the Web and balanctransparency and community engagement. ing the budget while eliminating waste.
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SPECIAL INTEREST The fifth annual Shabbat St. Louis community-wide worship service during Passover is at 10 a.m. on Saturday, March 30 at Congregation Temple Israel, 1 Rabbi Alvan D. Rubin Drive in Creve Coeur. All generations are welcome. Service attendees are asked to bring a donation of nonperishable food for donation to the Harvey Kornblum Jewish Food Pantry. Contact Carol Wolf Solomon at (314) 280-8841.
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The fifth annual Shabbat St. Louis community-wide worship service during Passover is at 10 a.m. on Saturday, March 30 at Congregation Temple Israel, 1 Rabbi Alvan D. Rubin Drive in Creve Coeur. All generations are welcome. Service attendees are asked to bring a donation of nonperishable food for donation to the Harvey Kornblum Jewish Food Pantry. Contact Carol Wolf Solomon at (314) 280-8841 or cwsolomon@att.net. ••• The city of Wildwood holds “Recycle that Bicycle” from 9 a.m.-noon on Saturday, April 6 at Wildwood Town Center. Accepted items include bicycles, tricycles and bicycle parts. All bikes will be reconditioned by those working and training to make positive changes in their lives and will be donated to those in need throughout the region. Donations are tax-deductible. For more information, email andrea@cityofwildwood.com. ••• DivorceCare is from 6:30-8:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 10 through Wednesday, July 3 at St. John Church’s Ministry Center in Ellisville. The divorce recovery support group offers help and healing for the hurt of separation and divorce. The cost is $20. Visit stjstl.net. ••• Meramec Valley Bank hosts free shredding events from 9 a.m.-noon on Saturday, April 20 at 199 Clarkson Road in Ellisville and at 35 Marshall Road in Valley Park. Individuals and businesses may drop off their documents. A professional shredding company will protect participants’ privacy. Contact Kathy Mayfield at 893-1666. ••• American Legion Post 208 hosts a Bunco dice game at 2 p.m. (doors open at 1 p.m.) on Sunday, April 21 at 225 Old Sulphur Spring Road. A light lunch is offered with complimentary soda and tea. A pot of gold, wine raffle basket, silent auction items and more are featured. Call Irene Penn at 3944125 or Sharon Yaeger at (314) 550-8884.
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••• St. Paul’s Lutheran and its Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS) group hosts an Easter egg hunt for children aged 8 and younger at 10 a.m. on Saturday, March 30 at St. Paul’s Lutheran School’s south campus, 829 N. Ballas Road in Des Peres. Registration is not required. H.I.S. puppeteers perform, and there will be snacks as well. Call (314) 822-0447. ••• An Easter egg hunt is at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, March 30 at LifePointe Church, 1400 Babler Park Drive. Children hunt for eggs and enjoy crafts, snacks and a Bible story. In the event of rain, the event will be held indoors. Call 458-3885. ••• The city of Ballwin’s Kids’ Egg Hunt is at 1 p.m. on Saturday, March 30 at Vlasis Park. Photo opportunities with the Easter Bunny, an egg hunt, candy and prizes are featured. Call 227-8580. ••• An Easter Egg-stravaganza is at 6 p.m. on Saturday, March 30 at St. John Church, 15800 Manchester Road in Ellisville. Toddlers through fifth-graders are welcome to hunt for eggs, play in bouncy houses and enjoy crafts and free food. The egg hunt begins at 6:30 p.m. Admission is free and open to the community. Call 394-4100, or visit stjstl.net. ••• The city of Ballwin’s Glowing Pool Egg Hunt for kids aged 8-13 is at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 30 at The Pointe’s indoor pool. The glow-in-the-dark pool egg hunt offers chances to win prizes and candy; music and swimming follow the hunt until 9 p.m. Admission is $10. Call 227-8580. ••• The EGG-stravaganza Easter Egg Hunt is from 10 a.m.-noon on Saturday, March 31 at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 327 Woods Mill Road. The event is for children ages 2-10 and takes place rain or shine. Contact Becky Howard at 391-6685 or bhoward@gslcelca.org. ••• An American Heritage Girls information meeting is at 7 p.m. on Thursday, April 4 at St. John Church in Ellisville. The faith-based character development program is for girls ages 5-18. Email Jody at kjtoken@gmail.com. ••• Kingdom Rock Vacation Bible School stage auditions are on Friday, April 19 and Saturday, April 20 at St. John Church’s Ministry Center in Ellisville. The Children’s Ministry is seeking enthusiastic and talented singers, dancers and character actors for the Vacation Bible School stage production. Middle school, high school and adult performers are encouraged to try out. Visit stjstl.net.
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The customer is king, but freshness rules at The Donut Palace By SUZANNE CORBETT The day for Ann and Frank Mahler begins late at night – make that early morning – when they start to make the donuts. The Mahlers own The Donut Palace, a donut lovers’ mecca with the motto “Where the Customer is King.” Often, those customers arrive before daybreak to get their fix and first pick of the day’s freshly made donuts. “We open early every day,” said Ann who reports that customers line up to get hot, fresh donuts before the doors officially open at 3:15 a.m. Customers line up also for the Donut Palace’s cookies. “We expanded and added the Creative Cookie Kitchen a year and a half ago,” said Ann, explaining how extra space was needed to accommodate her daughter’s custom-baked and expertly decorated cookies. “When my daughter, Kelly, started to add the cookies to the business, she was actually doing them at night by the light of the soda cooler. She needed extra space, so we added the kitchen. We now do fancy, decorative cookies as well as our kitchen cookies – average cookies, like chocolate chip and snickerdoodles.” Creative Cookie Kitchen’s classic cookies as well as their fancy decorated cookies are far from average. Each cookie
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All Around Construction LLC - All interior and exterior remodeling and repairs. Historic restoration, molding duplication. Finished basements, kitchens, baths and decks. Liability, workmens comp, and EPA certified in lead removal. 20 years exp. Call 314-393-1102 or 636-237-3246.
cAuLk speciALties: Expert application/ product knowledge. SPECiALizE in showers, tubs, windows, doors and trim. STOP the LEAKS and DAmAgE. john Hancock has 30+ yrs. experience. Need CARPENTRy or other repairs - Call today! 636-7952627.
We Also Specialize In Deck Restoration!
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Total Bathroom Remodeling Cabinetry•Plumbing•Electrical 20 Years Experience
Patrick Interior Finish LLC: Specializing in interior home remodeling, carpentry, drywall, taping & painting, tile & hrdwd. flooring. Over 25 years experience. NO PAy TiL jOB COmPLETE! Honest Day's Work for Honest Day's Pay. References available. Licensed & Bonded. Call Patrick at 314-415-0377.
Our Specialty Is One Story Ranch Homes Power Washed For The Dirt Cheap Price Of Just $95.00!
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Accurate repair & remodeling, LLc - Quality Remodeling and Handyman Services. Kitchens, Baths, Carpentry, Small repairs. Trusted by homeowners for over 12 years. www.remodelguy.com 314-255-7034.
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WE HAUL IT ALL Service 7 days. Debris, furniture, appliances, household trash, yard debris, railroad ties, fencing, decks. Garage & Basement Clean-up Neat, courteous, affordable rates. Call: 636-379-8062 or email: jandjhaul@aol.com
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26 plus years experience, Handyman, carpenter, electrical, Plumbing, drywall, painting, Basement remodels, wood decks and repairs Home repairs big or small Call James at 314-420-3562
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Skips Hauling & Demolition! junk hauling and removal. All type clean-outs. Appliances, furniture, debris, construction rubble, yard waste, excavating & demolition! 10, 15 and 20 cubic yd. rolloff dumpsters. Licensed and fully insured. Affordable, dependable and available! ViSA/ mC accepted. 21 yrs. service. Toll Free 1-888-STL-jUNK (888-7855865) or 314-644-1948.
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Rick's Ace Hardware 221 Lamp & Lantern Village Chesterfield, MO 63017
who are interested in providing quality care for our residents and their families.
Dsi/Door solutions, inc. garage Door, Electric Openers. Fast Repairs. All makes and models. Same day service. Free Estimates. Custom wood and Steel Doors. BBB member, Angie's List. call 314-550-4071.
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Specialize in Roofing, Leaks, Demolition, Siding, Drywall & Fences
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Foundations Top Notch Waterproofing & Foundation Repair LLC. Cracks, sub-pump systems, structural & concrete repairs. Exterior drainage correction. Serving missouri for 15 yrs. Free estimate 636-2816982. Finally, a contractor who is honest and leaves the job site clean. Lifetime Warranties.
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Jim's paint & trim service interior & Exterior painting, crown and decorative moulding, wallpaper removal, texturing, drywall and rotten wood repair. 30+ years experience. Free estimates. Call 636-778-9013.
riverside painting - Residential interior/ Exterior Painting insured. Senior discount! We just keep rolling it on! Call Ken 636-391-1746 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 at 636-322-9784.
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PAINTER PROFESSIONAL: 27 years experience. Interior/ Exterior painting. Deck, drywall repair, wallpaper removal. Free estimates and insured. Call 314567-7957 or 314-629-7852.
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Plumbing Professional & Affordable Plumbing repair & replacement. Over 15 yrs. experience. Free Estimates. Call 636-527-0176.
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12747 Ladue Rd Creve Coeur, 63141 $385,000
946 Newport Lane Ballwin, 63011 $220,000
11925 Claychester Dr Des Peres, 63131 $365,000
837 San Sebastian Fenton, 63026 $214,000
7800 Gannon Ave University City, 63130 $349,900
655 Callaway Ridge Extraordinary 4BD 6BA home sits on 92+acres. This estate was built with excellence and is perfect for a weekend get a way or everyday living. Cathy Shaw-Connely 636-346-496 Tom Shaw Jr 314-283-5064
1034 Brook Mont Dr Exquisite large 4bd 3.5 ba 2 story on a wonderful fenced level lot with newly added fire pit ,deck and patio. Perfect Interior tons of updates! Cathy Shaw-Connely 636-346-4960
9024 Spy Glass Place Drive - O'Fallon Stunning, 2story-4bd/3bth. 3.800 sq.ft. home offers updated bths, 9 ft. ceilings, granite counters, wood floors & bonus room plus so much more. Cathy Shaw-Connely 636-346-4960 Sheena Connely 636-236-7036
5744 Calvey Creek Road 5bd 5ba Executive Country Home with a potential large lake site, awesome views, nestled on 141+/- acres. Curt Rosse 636-219-7606 Matt Shaw 314-503-4872
4325 Fox Creek Rd Beautiful Home with approx. 9,000 sq ft living space on a private 21-acre Equestrian Estate! 5Bd, 5Full & 2 Half baths. This is a horse lovers dream. Cathy Shaw-Connely 636-346-4960
19324 Deer Pointe Estates Dr. - Wildwood Gated Community w/common equestrian facilities! 1.5 story 5bd/3.5bath, 3 car garage sits on top of a hill of 10+/- acres. Cathy Shaw Connely 636-346-4960
17924 Pond Bridge Rd. - Wildwood Amazing Equestrian 1.5Sty 4bd , 2.5ba, 3 car Gar, 6.7 +/- acres w/4 stall horse brn. Permanent horse riding easement to all trails in Babler State Park. Cathy Shaw Connely 636-346-4960
18211 Old Wild Horse Creek Rd Executive style, 5BD 9BA, 1 1/2 story home on approx 3+/-AC with the most spectacular views overlooking St. Charles River Bluffs & Chesterfield Valley Catherine Shaw-Connely 636-346-4960 Tom Shaw Jr 314-283-5064
19300 Deer Pointe Estates Dr. - Wildwood Gated Community w/common equestrian facilities! Stunning 1.5 sty home offers 4bd/6ba, 3 car garage. Cathy Shaw Connely 636-346-4960 Tom Shaw, Jr. 314 283-5064
4820 Fox Creek Rd One of a kind custom built, 5BD 4BA 1.5 story home, with an open main level and a gourmet kitchen. 15 acres of fantastic equestrian property and has a 4 stall barn. Catherine Shaw-Connely 636-346-4960 Paula Michaels 636-575-1866
6354 Hwy JJ 121+/- acre farm is only 45+/- min from Hwy 270 and Hwy 44. Perfect for a weekend retreat, hunting, or permanent residence. Catherine Shaw-Connely 636-346-4960 Tom Shaw 314-283-5064
17738 Drummer Ln Beautiful 5BD 3.5 BA 2 story home situated on a 1/2+Acre wooded lot and has all the amenities of Wildhorse Subdivision. Catherine Shaw-Connely 636-346-4960
942 Guelbreth Ln #307 Creve Coeur, 63141 $59,900
17813 Edison Avenue, Suite 200 Chesterfield, MO 63005
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