The Official Quarterly Publication of the City of O’Fallon, Missouri
Winter 2020-21 • www.ofallon.mo.us
A challenging year comes to a close Help shape O’Fallon’s future The City of O’Fallon is working with PGAV Planners and our residents, businesses and community leaders to conduct an extensive, multifaceted community engagement program that will shape our City’s next comprehensive plan. This eight-month effort offers numerous opportunities to share feedback and ideas to create a plan that is truly representative of what our community needs and desires. To be a part of this important effort, please visit www.EngageOFallon.com to complete the survey, provide comments using the virtual mapping tool or participate in an upcoming Engage O’Fallon virtual event.
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s we enter the wonder and excitement of the holiday season, we all recognize that the holidays — like everything else in 2020 — may not be the same this year. Many traditions will take a break, and some will have to change drastically. It’s going to be a challenging time for all of us, but as we’ve proven throughout this year, we continue to work together to make the best of a bad situation. Fortunately, there are still plenty of ways to enjoy the holiday season with your family while staying safe and healthy. O’Fallon’s Celebration of Lights is one of the best ways to safely celebrate the holidays. You can bundle up your family and experience the majesty of more than 1 million sparkling lights as you drive through the display. Or, for a truly unique experience, consider a sleigh ride or a horse-drawn carriage ride through beautiful Fort Zumwalt Park. You can find all the details on how to pre-purchase tickets for Celebration of Lights on page 3. On December 7 and 8, families can get out of the house for a special Celebration of Lights experience at our Old-Fashioned Holiday Stroll. Walk through the display, visit with vendors and drink some hot cocoa as you watch a beautiful fireworks display over Lake Whetsel. It’s sure to be a night to remember. No matter how you celebrate the holidays this year, please remember to “Keep it in the O” this holiday season. Our shops and restaurants have worked hard to provide a safe place for you to do your holiday shopping this year, so please support the businesses that continue to keep our economy strong throughout this pandemic. Finally, because we can’t come together this season, remember to check in on your elderly neighbors and loved ones, as they might need a helping hand. From my family to yours, we wish you a very merry Christmas and wonderful new year! May 2021 be a fresh start for all of us. Sincerely,
Celebration of Lights
4–5 Upcoming Events 6
Winter Weather
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Water & Sewer
Public Assistance
Veterans Report
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Renew O’Fallon
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Police Bulletin
10 Roscoe’s Den 12 Calendar
Bill Hennessy, Mayor
O’Fallon wins APWA Public Works Project of the Year O’Fallon’s Project Management Division was honored by the American Public Works Association (APWA) with the Project of the Year Award in the Transportation, more than $3,000,000, category for its efforts in managing the I-70 Outer Road construction project. The award recognizes public agencies and their consultants and contractors for excellence in administering and managing public works projects.
Light up your holiday at Celebration of Lights! See page 3.
