The Official Quarterly Publication of the City of O’Fallon, Missouri
Summer 2021 • www.ofallon.mo.us
A summer of fun in O’Fallon O’Fallon takes top spot as “Most Livable Small City” SmartAsset.com, a financial advice website, compiled their 2021 edition of the “Most Livable Small Cities in the United States,” and O’Fallon was ranked #1 overall, beating out hundreds of other cities in a variety of metrics. SmartAsset cited O’Fallon’s high quality of living, home affordability and low income inequality in naming our City first overall, and also noted our concentration of entertainment establishments, restaurants and bars, access to healthcare and low average commute time. O’Fallon’s ranking improved from SmartAsset's 2020 listing, when the City placed 4th overall. For more information about SmartAsset's methodology, check out the full list at www.smartasset.com.
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o the voters of O’Fallon, I would like to extend a heartfelt “thank you” for your continued trust and support. It's been a tremendous honor to serve as your Mayor, and I am grateful for the opportunity to continue our work of making O’Fallon a great place to live, work and play for every family. You also passed Proposition W, which established a new Water Line Insurance Program. Like our popular Sewer Lateral Insurance Program, this new insurance program will help protect every homeowner in O’Fallon from costly repairs, regardless of their water company. We are in the process of building this program, and it will be in place beginning January 1, 2022. I'm very thankful for your support of this important initiative. After a rough 18 months, we are all looking forward to this upcoming summer. After a brief hiatus last year, the Heritage & Freedom Fest is back and bigger than ever on July 2, 3 and 4. This year's celebration includes some concerts I'm really excited about, as rising country star Dylan Scott performs on July 3 and rock legends Styx close out the main stage entertainment on July 4. Plus, families can come out to the parade on July 3 and “ooh” and “ahh” at our tremendous fireworks displays after each night of music. While you’re at the festival, be sure to check out the “Remembering Our Fallen” memorial, sponsored by Lowe’s. This touring display is a touching tribute to the sacrifices made by the men and women of our armed forces, and I'm proud our City was chosen to host the display all three days of the festival. On Tuesday nights in Civic Park, we have our Jammin’ concerts, featuring the area’s best bands and food trucks. And, the fun continues when you dive into Alligator's Creek Aquatic Center or take in some O’Fallon Hoots action at CarShield Field. Plus, this summer O’Day Park will host live music, live theater and more! On behalf of the O’Fallon City Council, I would like to wish you and your family a safe and happy summer. And as you're out and about this summer, please remember to shop O'Fallon first and support all of our great local shops, restaurants and businesses. Sincerely,
Renew O'Fallon
6-8 Upcoming Events Volunteer Opportunities Patriotic Events 8
Veterans Report
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Roscoe’s Den
10 Police Bulletin
Bill Hennessy, Mayor
Celebrate America’s birthday! Join us Independence Day weekend for exciting carnival rides, midway games, live concerts by national acts and spectacular fireworks. Turn the page to get all the details about the biggest Fourth of July event in Saint Charles County!
11 Parks by the Numbers 12 Calendar
O’Fallon City Hall has new business hours. See page 12.
