The Official Quarterly Publication of the City of O’Fallon, Missouri
Winter 2021-22 • www.ofallon.mo.us
Experience holiday magic in O’Fallon Explore O’Fallon’s new developments The City of O’Fallon has developed and implemented a new Active Developments Map, an interactive tool that allows residents and interested parties to easily locate and view developments across the City. The Active Developments Map can found online at www.ofallon.mo.us/maps. The map will be updated on a regular basis as items are reviewed and approved. Projects are discoverable by searching across O’Fallon, and are identified and color-coded based on their stage of development.
In this issue 2
Municipal News
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Celebration of Lights
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Upcoming Events
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Volunteer Opportunities Grants & Assistance
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Winter Weather
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Water & Sewer Veterans Report
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Renew O’Fallon
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Police Bulletins
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hat do you love most about celebrating the holidays in O’Fallon? To me, the holidays mean gathering with family and friends and enjoying our beloved Christmas traditions that make this time of year feel so special. Now more than ever, it’s important to spend time with those we love. One of my favorite traditions is O’Fallon’s spectacular Celebration of Lights, which is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year! There’s something truly magical about bundling up the family and heading over to Fort Zumwalt Park for a leisurely drive under millions of twinkling lights. Something eye-catching is around every corner, and the park is open nightly through December 30, except on Christmas. Want to experience the Celebration of Lights up close? The Old-Fashioned Holiday Stroll on December 6 and 7 is a wonderful way to take in the lights, and don’t miss the free fireworks display over Lake Whetsel. Or, reserve a romantic horse-drawn carriage ride or book a hayride for your family and start a new holiday tradition! You can learn all about Celebration of Lights on page 3. Besides the anticipation of presents, what kids love most about the holidays is a little well-earned break from school. Keep them busy with our Holiday Break Camp, which is designed for ages 5–12 and lets kids have fun and make new friends without the worry of being home alone. The camps are listed on page 24 of the Parks & Rec Guide. If you’re still looking for that perfect gift for your loves ones, you’ll find it right here in O’Fallon. Remember to keep it in the “O” when shopping, and you’ll ensure our local businesses thrive and help preserve our City’s vibrant economy. As 2021 draws to a close and we move into a new year, I wanted to take this opportunity to thank you — the residents of O’Fallon — for making our City one of the best cities in America. O’Fallon residents are nationally-renowned for their neighborly courtesy and strong sense of community, and I am truly blessed to call O’Fallon home. From the O’Fallon City Council and my family to yours, we wish you a very safe and happy holiday season and a very merry Christmas! Sincerely,
Bill Hennessy, Mayor
Brendan’s Playground turns 10! O’Fallon’s all-inclusive playground has been a place for visitors of all ages and abilities to play together for a decade now! Plan a trip to Westhoff Park to celebrate 10 years of play.
10 Roscoe’s Den 12 Calendar
Looking for holiday festivals & family fun? Turn to page 4!
