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4 CITY OF O’FALLON, MISSOURI

Engineering Department Annual Report

O’FALLON MISSOURI

ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT 2024 ANNUAL REPORT

BILL HENNESSY MAYOR MIKE SNOWDEN CITY ADMINISTRATOR TOM DRABELLE DEPUTY CITY ADMINISTRATOR WADE MONTGOMERY DIRECTOR OF ENGINEERING 100 NORTH MAIN STREET O’FALLON, MO 63366 __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Table of Contents DEPARTMENT PERSONNEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3. . . . . . . PERSONNEL CHANGES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4. . . MISSION STATEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 . . . . . . . DEPARTMENT ORGANIZATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6. . . . . . . 2024 HOLIDAY OFFICE DECORATING CONTEST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 TRAFFIC TECHNICIAN RETIRES AFTER 45 YEARS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8. . . . . . . CONSTRUCTION INSPECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 . . . . . . . . PLAN REVIEW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 . . . . . . . . . 2024 PLAN REVIEW ACCOMPLISHMENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 . . . . . . . . 15 2024 DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . STORMWATER MANAGEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 . . . . . . . . 19 2024 STORMWATER MANAGEMENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS OF NOTE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PROJECT MANAGEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 . . . . . . . . OFFICE CONTESTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 . . . . . . CITY PROJECTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 . . . . . . . . . 2024 Annual Roadway Maintenance Projects Center for Advanced Skills Training in Law Enforcement FEDERALLY FUNDED PROJECTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 . . . . . . . . Dardenne Greenway Connector Project Dardenne Greenway - Sports Park to Bluebird Meadow Park Main Street Phase I - Resurfacing and Pedestrian Improvements Main Street Phase II Project Main Street Phase III Project Weldon Spring Road Phase I Eggering Drive Reconstruction Project K and N Improvements Project West Terra Lane Realignment Hoff Road Phase II Tom Ginnever & N. Cool Springs Intersection Improvements ST. CHARLES COUNTY ROAD BOARD FUNDED PROJECTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36. . . . . . . . Sommers Road Widening Dier Rd. Extension Lake St. Louis Blvd. Phase 3 Diehr Rd. Reconstruction

Engineering Department Personnel

Left to right: Todd Artz, Randy Clark, Wade Montgomery, Eric Kovach, Ryan Rockwell, Sarah Bernhoester, Greg Eagan, Paul Talimonchuk, Vicky Usery, Matt Weiss, Lillian Thomas, Mike Shelton, Chris Hofmann, Julie Taylor, Scott Schneiderheinze, Chad Honerkamp, Tanner Spaulding, Sean Fuszner, John Dupilka, Steve Meyers, Kyle Price. Not pictured: Adrian Fakes, Bob Copeland, Chris Clercx, Jeannie Greenlee, John Knudsen, Karl Ebert, Ron Morris, Ruth Field, and TJ Kelley

ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT 3

Engineering Department Personnel Changes NEW TO ENGINEERING

Ryan Rockwell Commercial Plan Reviewer 01/13/24

Lillian Thomas Project Manager 02/05/24

Sean Fuszner Construction Inspector I 02/12/24

Kyle Price Construction Inspector I 02/12/24

Chad Honerkamp Traffic Signal Technician 06/24/24

Tanner Spaulding Construction Inspector I 07/01/24

CHANGES TO ENGINEERING Patrick Lewis, Construction Inspector I Left 01/05/24 Jim Feldmann, Traffic Technician Retired 12/27/24 Tony Friedman, Asst. Director of Engineering Left 08/30/24 Karl Ebert Commercial Plan Reviewer P/T 02/01/24

ENGINEERING The Engineering Department’s goal is to provide the City with professional engineering services that ensure long-range comprehensive planning, sound project design, quality construction management and maintenance of the City’s infrastructure. To that end, this Department offers technical engineering support to a variety of City departments, confirms sound engineering principles are applied, certifies ordinance requirements are met, prepares and executes Capital Improvement Projects, and issues permits to the public. In addition, the Department also administers the Sewer Lateral Program for the City, issues Commercial Trash Permits, and keeps track of all records related to projects for the City.

MISSION STATEMENT OUR GOAL IS TO PROVIDE THE CITY WITH PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING SERVICES THAT ENSURE LONG-RANGE COMPREHENSIVE PLANNING, SOUND PROJECT DESIGN, QUALITY

The Engineering Department is divided into three groups, the CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT Project Management Group, the Development Group and the AND MAINTENANCE OF THE Construction Inspection Group. Each of these groups play a critical role in ensuring that City Projects, including capital CITY’S INFRASTRUCTURE. projects as well as commercial and residential developments are designed and constructed properly and safely. Furthermore, within each group are subgroups including the Traffic Management Group, the Plan Review Group, and the Stormwater Management Group. The Engineering Department also aids with snow removal during winter weather events and remains ready to provide emergency response in the event of a significant disaster. In total, this Department has more than 600 years combined experience in their respective fields.

Engineering Department Organization Director of Engineering/City Engineer Office Manager Administrative Assistant Administrative Assistant

Project Management

Development

Construction Inspection

Capital Improvements Manager

Asst. Director of Engineering

Construction Insp. Manager

Project Manager Supervisor

Traffic Signal Technician

Construction Insp. Supervisor

Project Manager

Stormwater Mgmt. Coordinator

Construction Inspector I

Project Manager

Plan Reviewer (Residential)

Construction Inspector I

Project Manager

Plan Reviewer (Commercial)

Construction Inspector I

Project Manager

Plan Reviewer – P/T

Construction Inspector I

Project Manager – P/T

Construction Inspector I Construction Inspector I Construction Inspector II Construction Inspector II Construction Inspector II Construction Inspector – P/T

In 2024, we had several new employees start in the Engineering Department and their knowledge, effort and positive attitudes were a welcome addition to the team. They have meshed very well, and they will continue to play a vital role in the success of the Department. These employees are: Ryan Rockwell – Commercial Plan Reviewer, Lillian Thomas – Project Manager, Sean Fuszner – Construction Inspector I, Kyle Price – Construction Inspector I, Chad Honerkamp – Traffic Signal Technician, Tanner Spaulding, Construction Inspector I. Additionally, some certification training was completed. John Dupilka, Construction Inspection Supervisor has passed the ACI Field Testing Tech 1 Certification and the APWA Certified Public Infrastructure Inspection Test and Adrian Fakes, Construction Inspector, has passed the ACI Field Testing Tech 1 Certification. The end result will provide the City with more knowledgeable inspectors working throughout the City with the common goal of providing better built developments with reliable city infrastructure for our residents, guests and businesses.

2024 HOLIDAY OFFICE DECORATING CONTEST Deck the halls… In 2024, the City of O’Fallon Human Resource Department held the Annual Holiday Door/Office Decorating Contest. After staff collaborated and decorated, Engineering was transformed into Whoville with stockings for all.

2024 Holiday Decorating 1st Place

1st Place goes to Engineering!

ENGINEERING

TRAFFIC TECHNICIAN RETIRES AFTER 45 YEARS Jim Feldmann, was our longest tenured employee, he started in 1979 and worked for the City until 2024. We owe a debt of gratitude to Jim Feldmann and wish him a happy and healthy retirement after 45 years of employment with the City of O’Fallon.

TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT The Traffic Group consists of the Traffic Signal Technician and Assistant Director of Engineering. The Traffic Management Group handles all of the traffic-related requests and maintenance of the signal infrastructure/city-owned lights within the City of O’Fallon. Each year, City residents make requests and inquiries regarding various traffic and safety concerns, including traffic calming, signal and stop sign warrant studies, crosswalk installation requests, etc. All of these items, and their required processes are handled by this group. The Traffic Group works hand-in-hand with other departments to ensure the safety and well-being of our residents as they travel the roadways of the City.

Traffic Signals and Streetlights Each year, the Traffic Signal Technician maintains, monitors, and repairs all of the City-owned traffic signals and streetlights while working in conjunction with MoDOT and St. Charles County to share resources where possible. This helps to keep the traffic flowing safely throughout the City. In 2024, the following repairs were made: • • • • •

39 traffic signals operated and maintained by the City. - The new traffic signal at Bryan Road and Cora Marie Drive was activated in 2024. 382 total traffic signal repairs were made, including replacing deficient LED lights, etc. 44 streetlight repairs of lamps were made that are owned and operated by the City. 35+ traffic calming/no parking/stop sign/crosswalks/speed and volume traffic studies were conducted. 585 utility locate requests were fulfilled.

By accomplishing these tasks, the City’s infrastructure is maintained such that residents can commute safety and efficiently throughout the City.

Traffic Calming Installation As part of the Chapter 405 City Code updates completed in 2023, the Traffic Calming Policy was substantially revised to include several changes to the existing process. As in previous years, the City continues to see a large volume of requests for traffic calming evaluations throughout the City. In 2024 new Traffic Calming installations were performed in existing neighborhoods, two dips and two radar speed signs were installed on Amarillo Drive. One dip and two radar speed signs were installed on Mystic Brook Drive.

TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT Traffic Expenses for 2024 Below is the breakdown for the Traffic Expenses in 2024. The budget for traffic related expenses fall into different general categories, including the ones shown in the pie chart below. Large portions of the expenses fall into the categories of traffic calming and signal system and hardware.

2024 Traffic Expenses 57,103.64

51,172.70

19,246.17

5,500.00

41,525.31

6,700.00

1,953.86

On Call Traffic Signal Maintenance Video Detection System/Hardware and Signal Equipment Guardrail Repairs Traffic Counters Misc. Small Purchases Signs Traffic Calming

TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT Traffic Signal Cabinet Art Program The City continues to work on the Traffic Signal Cabinet Art Program. The intent of the program is to offer the City’s Traffic Signal Cabinets throughout the City to act as canvases for historic photographs, original art, etc. In 2024, there were four more installations. We currently have two pending requests waiting on agreements with MoDOT.

Bryan Road at Mexico Road

Main Street at St. Joseph Avenue

Main Street at Tom Ginnever Avenue

Veterans Memorial Parkway at Sonderen Street

CONSTRUCTION INSPECTION The Construction Inspection Group performs all field inspections for residential and commercial sites, grading sites, as-built field checks, and capital improvement projects. These inspections include:

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Roadway pavement Sanitary sewers Site grading

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Commercial parking areas Various utility and excavation permits Individual lots within residential developments Bike/Trail projects Park projects Roadway projects

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Storm sewers Water mains Various common ground amenities in subdivisions Residential Development Residential and commercial driveways Commercial site development Stormwater projects Facility projects Concrete and asphalt tests

The Construction Inspection Group uses the online permitting system called CitizenServe for inputting inspections and issuing reports directly from the software platform. The ability to access a site’s document files from the field without the need to connect to the City’s FileShare server has lessened the need for trips into the office throughout the day for paperwork. The group continues to develop procedures to best utilize the CitizenServe System to meet communication needs with contractors and developers. Construction Inspection utilizes email and a phone line dedicated only to inspection requests to better streamline and track the progress of requested inspections. The knowledge and experience of our Construction Inspectors ensures that O’Fallon’s developments and infrastructure projects are constructed properly and meet the City’s specifications to ensure quality with a long-lasting end product.

CONSTRUCTION INSPECTION Main Street Phase I A City of O’Fallon project, after laying underground infrastructure it was time to mill the existing asphalt and place new asphalt.

O’Fallon Senior Apartments A private development within the City of O’Fallon, the project requires stormwater storage and cleansing. The doghouse piping has been developed by Advanced Drainage Systems (ADS) that will capture the adequate stormwater runoff to prevent erosion downstream of the project. The O’Fallon Inspection Team inspects these systems during and after construction as part of the municipal separate storm sewer system (MS4) permit with Missouri’s Department of Natural Resources (DNR).

Harvest and Hopewell Subdivision A private development/subdivision within the City of O’Fallon, the project has a series of storm water piping. At the end of a box culvert within the subdivision, a wingwall is placed to prevent erosion and to provide stability to the banks at the outfall. The picture represents the foundation/footing of the wingwall where a series of rebar are strategically placed and concrete will be placed to which the wingwall will sit on.

PLAN REVIEW The Plan Review Group is responsible for the review of all residential and commercial site plans, grading plans, as-built plans, record plats, driveway applications and flood plain review. They provide information to the public and the Planning and Development Department on principles and codes for the City. They administer the Floodplain Management Program and the Community Rating System. Plan Review also assists residents, businesses, and other departments with respect to issues dealing with grading, development, and specific code issues. The Plan Review Group continues to average a two-week project review time and strives to provide excellent customer service to all residents, engineers, developers, and contractors. The following chart shows the quantity of development permits that were reviewed, and the amount of revenue generated in 2024 from Plan Review.

2024 Permit Statistics $350,000

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$150,000

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$100,000

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Permit Revenue

# Permit Applications

# of Permits

Permit Revenue

$250,000

2024 PLAN REVIEW ACCOMPLISHMENTS The Plan Review Group was busy in 2024 reviewing plans. The following are some photos depicting developments that were reviewed and approved. Included are the developments Harvest at Hopewell Amenities, Columbia Meadows, Liberty High School Bus Loop, Aspen Academy, Dobbs Tire and Auto and Dutch Bros Coffee at Bryan Road Commercial Development, Apache Village RV, McDonald’s, etc. The projects were then under construction or completed in 2024.

Columbia Meadows

Dutch Bros Coffee

Dobbs Tire & Auto Road

McDonald’s

In addition, the Engineering Plan Review Group oversaw the development and implementation (via Ordinance with approval of the City Council) of a large-scale revision to the City Code, specifically Chapter 405 which concerns Land Development. Highlights include provisions for estimating escrow using the Construction Cost Index, creation of the “Clearing” permit and of an “Access Road” escrow, addition of language pertaining to one-way streets and private streets, etc. In conjunction with our partners in the development world and City Administration, Staff has worked for nearly 3 years to get these changes implemented and approved. Ultimately, these changes are believed to be in the best interests of the City and should help to better serve the residents as O’Fallon continues to grow.

2024 DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS The following is a selected list of development projects reviewed and approved in 2024. Residential Development o Alpine Woods o Amberleigh Plat 4 o Brookside Addition Phase 4 o Columbia Meadows Plat 3 o Elaine Valley Plat 1 o Harvest at Hopewell – Phase 1A, 1B and 2 (Construction Plans) o Harvest at Hopewell Plats 1A, 1B, 2, 3, 4, 5A, 5B, 6, 7, 8 (Record Plats) ▪ One of the largest single residential developments in the history of O’Fallon ▪ 270+ total acres of development (215 acres currently approved for construction) ▪ 900+ total lots (312 lots currently platted) ▪ Borders new sewer plant for the region, Highway N/Hopewell Road Commercial Development o M.R. Bathe o Aspen Academy o Liberty High School Bus Loop o Panera Bread Co. – Hwy. K - Remodel o Sports Lab Athletic Facility o The Villages at Montrachet West Commercial o St. Dominic High School Parking Lot Expansion o Ameren – Hwy. K – Monopole Communications Facility o McDonalds – Bryan Road Commercial o Harvest At Hopewell - Amenities o Dutch Bros Coffee Shop – Bryan Road Commercial o Apache Village RV o Thornwood Apartments o Lou Fusz - Addition o Kraner Family Dentistry o Travers RV Body Shop o Clover Senior Community o Circle K – Hwy. N and Lake St. Louis Blvd o Dobbs Tire and Auto – Bryan Road Commercial o Andy’s Frozen Custard o Scrubbles Car Wash o Dardenne Creek Blueway Trail o Rosalita’s Cantina City-related Projects o Phase 2 of the O’Fallon Public Works Facility o Bryan Road Traffic Signal and Widening at Feise Road Revised o Storage Bins for Parks

STORMWATER MANAGEMENT The Stormwater Management Coordinator is responsible for the City’s National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Permit (NPDES) Regulations and Stormwater Management Plan as required by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Missouri Department of Natural Resources (MDNR). Part of the requirements entail performing public outreach and education sessions, public participation events, construction site runoff compliance, illicit discharge detection/ elimination and a municipal pollution prevention and good housekeeping program. The coordinator addresses stormwater concerns from residents as well as drafts and implements policy/procedures to protect stormwater quality throughout the City. Additionally, the Stormwater Management Coordinator is tasked with inspecting more than 580 existing detention basins on a three-year rotation and more than 350 Best Management Practices (BMP’s) yearly.

Illegal Dumping of Oil

50/50 Community Cost Sharing Project

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After

STORMWATER MANAGEMENT Public Outreach and Education Sessions In 2024, Five Public Outreach and Stormwater Education Sessions were conducted with a total of 1300 participants. These events included presentations and stormwater activities at local schools and Public Works Fair.

Public Works Fair

Outreach Program

Creek Analysis

Basin Process Outlook

Dry Detention Basin

Bio Basin in Construction

STORMWATER MANAGEMENT At the beginning of spring each year the City of O’Fallon comes together along with volunteers to clean up our local streams. In order to keep our streams healthy and clean throughout the City, it involves the residents help. This past year in 2024, with the help of nearly 114 volunteers we were able to pull an astonishing 2,800 lbs. of debris from the creeks at just a couple locations. We will strive to continue improving our clean up next year and in the future. Not only is it important for the aquatic life and animals who depend on these creeks to be clean, they are also used for recreational hobbies such as fishing, playing, and hiking. With the proper care and maintenance of these creeks and streams they will continue to thrive. City of O’Fallon water runoff can impact larger bodies of water downstream from Missouri/Mississippi River all the way to the Gulf of Mexico.

Volunteers for Clean Stream

Debris removed from Belleau Creek

Cleaning along Belleau Creek

2024 STORMWATER MANAGEMENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS OF NOTE •

There are 583 Detention/Retention Basins located within City limits. Basin inspections are on a three-year rotation broken up by Wards. For 2024, 293 residential, commercial, and municipal owned detention basins in Wards 1-5 have been inspected for proper function and compliance. All new entries are entered into Citizenserve as new development occurs.

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The Detention Inspections Program resulted in several basins being brought back into compliance. Several developments have either completed or are in the process of getting bids for remediation to bring them back into compliance.

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The City received a request to use our Community Cost Sharing 50/50 Reimbursement Program. This project was to stabilize a creek bank behind a resident’s property.

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The City has also worked with several commercial developments with their out of compliance basins to bring the basins back into compliance.

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32 total major outfalls were inspected in 2024 in Ward 5. This is part of our NPDES permit requirements. All new entries are entered into Citizenserve as new developments occur. With new developments, new outfalls will be added to inventory. The City of O’Fallon currently has 291 Outfalls to inspect on a 3-year rotation.

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398 total Best Management Practice (BMP’s) were inspected for compliance in 2024 for 223 Sites. All BMP’s are entered into Citizenserve as new developments occur.

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Stormwater Management Coordinator created 53 work orders and completed 46 in 2024 through Citizens First.

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Stormwater Management Coordinator has received calls throughout the year and continue to address concerns from residents.

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There were 8 illicit discharge concerns addressed and remediated.

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Stormwater Management Webpage received 993 views in 2024.

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More than 2,800 lbs. of trash and debris was removed from our parks and streams during clean up events.

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Performed a creek study for Macro/Micro Organisms and examined water quality with a local Girl Scout Troop.

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The NPDES Phase II Stormwater Permit was renewed January 2021 along with the current five-year Stormwater Management Plan. A copy of this plan has been posted on the City Stormwater Management Webpage. This permit and five-year Stormwater Management Plan will run through 2026.

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The City of O’Fallon had a successful audit performed by the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) in 2024, for compliancy of our MS4 Permit and Stormwater Program. To which, many departments worked together to accomplish this goal. The audit looks at new development, City owned sites, established developments, ordinances, and the whole MS4 Permit requirements.

PROJECT MANAGEMENT Project Management (PM), as a concept, is defined as a carefully planned and organized effort to accomplish a specific task or project. The Project Management Group is led by the Capital Improvements Manager. The City of O’Fallon, in order to better serve our residents, takes on and carries out several projects of varying size and end goals each year. These projects are varied and include new roadway construction, maintenance and rehabilitation of existing roadways, new building construction, park projects, sidewalk projects, stormwater, etc. Each of the projects undertaken by the PM Group is done to improve the quality of life for the community. The goals of projects can include things like reducing the time it takes to drive through town, providing smoother and safer roadways and improving the City’s infrastructure based on future needs. Sometimes these projects require more funding than the City can provide. In these cases, the PM Group is responsible for aggressively pursuing additional funding and grants from other organizations. These additional sources of funding allow us to accomplish more projects for the City and its residents while minimizing the use of City funds. Projects can be divided into distinct sections, where certain items need to be accomplished before moving to the next section. Typically, a project is composed of the following five (5) sections: 1. Pre-Project Planning: Includes developing a project plan, project scheduling, determination of critical path, applying for funding, if required, defining project goals and objectives, specifying tasks, identifying needed resources, and associating budgets and timelines for completion, etc. 2. Design: Includes the development of design specifications, obtaining permits, selection of design consultant, development, and approval of design drawings for construction, etc. 3. Right-of-Way: Includes the acquisition of any required right-of-way or easements from property owners in the vicinity of the project in order for the project to be constructed. 4. Utility Coordination: Includes the coordination with utility companies/entities which may have existing infrastructure which conflicts with the proposed construction. These utilities may need to be relocated or eliminated in order for the project to progress. 5. Construction: Includes the actual construction of the improvements and infrastructure.

PROJECT MANAGEMENT Projects are tracked and administered by each Project Manager, and updates for each are posted for residents to view during the duration of a project. A full list of all City Projects administered by the Project Management Division can be found and is maintained on the City’s website at O’Fallon Engineering Projects (arcgis.com). This website was officially launched December 8, 2022 for the public’s use.

In total, the Project Management (PM) and Construction Inspection (CI) groups manage nearly 35 projects for the City at various phases of completion, with an estimated value of $60M - $70M annually.

OFFICE CONTESTS

from ‘Round The Rotunda Engineering is currently on a winning streak that’s got the rest of Team O’Fallon shaking in their boots. They’re calling it the “Trifecta of Triumph” after snagging the top spots in three separate office contests. First, they completely dominated the holiday office decorating contest, turning their workspace into a winter wonderland that put everyone else’s sad little garlands to shame. Then, Paul Talimonchuk took home the Phishing Trophy after acing the IT Phishing Test, proving once and for all that his email inbox is impenetrable. As if that wasn’t enough, Mike Shelton clinched first place in the Judge’s Choice category at the Chili Cook-off, making sure the competition knew who the real “spice” boss was. Engineering’s swagger is on full display, and the rest of the City is wondering if they’re secretly planning to take over the world next…

The IT Phishing Test and the Chili Cook-off were early 2025.

CITY PROJECTS

CITY PROJECTS Some select project highlights from 2024 include the following:

2024 Annual Roadway Maintenance Projects In 2024, the City carried out the Annual Maintenance Programs for concrete and asphalt roads. The City, following the Annual Maintenance Strategy, managed projects which included the removal and replacement of over $4 million in deficient concrete slabs totaling 48,934 SY of pavement in residential areas, along with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) upgrades. The Partial Depth Repair Program repaired 73 street sections, which amounts to 13.75 centerline miles of concrete streets receiving service. The Crackseal Program sealed 52 centerline miles of pavement this year to ensure that the existing roadways last longer. The annual Asphalt Program was able to mill and overlay 17,055 SY of pavement. In addition to these programs, the City piloted one program to compliment and expand on the current programs. The 2024 Path Maintenance Program utilized mud jacking, a sidewalk trip hazard removal process using a concrete slurry to adjust concrete sidewalks. Through this project, we were able to adjust over 1200 sidewalk slabs.

Replacing concrete and asphalt streets as part of the 2024 Annual Programs

CITY PROJECTS Center for Advanced Skills Training in Law Enforcement This project is a coordinated effort between the City of O’Fallon and City of St. Charles to construct a new regional multi-faceted law enforcement training center with a classroom building with K-9 handling facilities, a simulated training “shoot house”, a new 200-yard, 20-lane firing range, an Emergency Vehicle Operator Course track for vehicular training with fleet building, SWAT training area, and obstacle courses. This project is planned to be located on approximately 67 acres in the Northeast part of O’Fallon along Hwy 79. Design efforts were started in 2022 and continued into 2023. Phase 1A & Phase 1B of the project were constructed in 2024 to complete the mass grading and site improvements along with the completion of the 200 yd. Firing Range.

FEDERALLY-FUNDED PROJECTS

FEDERALLY-FUNDED PROJECTS Dardenne Greenway Connector Project This project will include the installation of a new Trailhead area and parking lot for bike and pedestrian users located along Dardenne Creek adjacent to Interstate 64/40. Path connectivity to existing path systems will be included along with a 12’ shared use path on the new bridge structure traversing Dardenne Creek. The City obtained a total of $3,752,388 in outside funding to support this project from State, Federal and Great Rivers Greenway funding sources.

FEDERALLY-FUNDED PROJECTS Dardenne Greenway - Sports Park to Bluebird Meadow Park This project will include the improvements for path connectivity through Sports Park to Bluebird Meadow Park along the Great Rivers Greenway corridor. This effort has been in the works for decades. Planning and coordination had significant positive movement in 2022. The project Design phase began in 2024, with Right-of-Way following in 2025, and Construction in 2026. The City has obtained $1,750,000 in outside funding to support this project from Federal funding sources, St. Charles County and Great Rivers Greenway with potential for additional funding coming in for the project as well.

FEDERALLY-FUNDED PROJECTS Main Street Phase I – Resurfacing and Pedestrian Improvements This project was completed in 2024. The project includes pedestrian corridor enhancements, ADA accommodations, decorative lighting, and resurfacing of Main Street from Pitman Street to the Railroad Tracks. The City obtained a total of $1,899,679 in outside funding to support this project from Federal funding sources.

FEDERALLY-FUNDED PROJECTS Main Street Phase II Project This project will provide a new driving surface for Main Street between Terra Lane and Pitman Ave. along with an 8' wide multi use path along the East side of Main St. and a 5' wide sidewalk along the West side. The City obtained a total of $1,423,393 in outside funding to support this project from Federal funding sources. Right-of-Way acquisition took place in 2024 with construction taking place in 2025.

FEDERALLY-FUNDED PROJECTS Main Street Phase III Project A project study and design has been completed with land acquisition to occur in 2025. The project includes pedestrian improvements including an 8’ shared use path with a 2’ decorative border, installation of street lighting, intersection improvements at Third Street and repair of deficient pavement. The project extends from the railroad tracks near City Hall to St. Joseph Street. Construction is anticipated in 2026. The City obtained a total of $3,022,314 in outside funding to support this project from Federal and County funding sources.

FEDERALLY-FUNDED PROJECTS Weldon Spring Road Phase 1 This project consists of improvements along the Weldon Spring Road Corridor between Technology Drive and Valleybrook Drive north of Crusher Road. Construction will begin in 2025. The City obtained a total of $2,335,077 in outside funding to support this project from Federal and County funding sources. The City also received an additional $250,000 from the Watermark Developer.

Eggering Drive Reconstruction Project This project consists of complete road and sidewalk reconstruction on Eggering Drive from St. Matthew Ave. to Sonderen St. Easement acquisitions will occur in 2025 and construction is planned for 2026. The City obtained a total of $792,750 in outside funding to support this project from Federal funding sources.

FEDERALLY-FUNDED PROJECTS K and N Improvements Project This project is a coordinated effort between the City of O’Fallon, St. Charles County Road Board and MoDOT. This is the busiest intersection in O’Fallon. The project will add dual left turn lanes from Westbound Highway N to Southbound Highway K. The City obtained a total of $2,079,761 in outside funding to support this project from County, State and Federal funding sources. HR Green was selected to perform the design work. A traffic study was conducted as part of the initial design. The updated traffic study was requested by MoDOT, and this was completed late in 2022. Design work continued into 2024. Right-of-Way will not be needed. Construction will take place in 2025.

FEDERALLY-FUNDED PROJECTS West Terra Lane Realignment The City worked with a consultant team to study the West Terra Lane and Bryan Road Intersection for improvements to support safety, operations, connectivity, and other project objectives. Three conceptual layouts were studied and presented to the public via an in person and virtual public meeting in November of 2023. The City applied for and was awarded County and Federal Funding (East West Gateway) in 2024. In total, the City has secured $11,810,700.00 in outside funding to support this project. The project will refine the preliminary plans in 2025 with land acquisitions beginning in 2026 and construction anticipated for 2028.

Hoff Road Phase II Design was started on this project in 2024. The project includes pedestrian improvements in the form of a 6’ sidewalk on portions of the project, intersection improvements at Kemmar Court and reconstruction of the pavement including the addition of a turn lane for a majority of the project limits. The project extends from Progress West Lane to North of Kemmar Court on Hoff Road near Misty Meadow Lane. Construction is anticipated in late 2026. The City obtained a total of $3,272,460 in outside funding to support this project from Federal and County funding sources.

FEDERALLY-FUNDED PROJECTS Tom Ginnever & N. Cool Springs Intersection Improvements This project includes construction of a roundabout at the intersection of Tom Ginnever Ave. and N. Cool Springs Rd., currently a three-way stop-controlled intersection, to address traffic flow issues and improve emissions. The project includes pedestrian improvements such as high visibility crosswalks to provide a pedestrian route across Tom Ginnever Ave. and N. Cool Springs Rd. at the roundabout. The sidewalk on the south side of Tom Ginnever Ave. adjacent to the roundabout within the project limits would be increased to a 10’ wide shared-use path. The sidewalk on the north side will be reconfigured as necessary to accommodate a crosswalk connecting the proposed 10’ shared-use path on the south side of Tom Ginnever Ave. This project is a coordinated effort between the City of O’Fallon, St. Charles County Road Board and Federal funding.

ST. CHARLES COUNTY ROAD BOARD FUNDED PROJECTS

ST. CHARLES COUNTY ROAD BOARD FUNDED PROJECTS Sommers Road Widening This project includes resurfacing Sommers Road in its entirety, widening the pavement where necessary to provide three full lanes throughout and constructing sidewalks along the route. Construction was completed in 2024. The City obtained a total of $1,501,354 in outside funding to support this project from County funding sources.

Diehr Road Extension The project extended Diehr Rd. from Hopewell Rd. to the West property line of Harvest Subdivision. Construction was completed in 2024.

ST. CHARLES COUNTY ROAD BOARD FUNDED PROJECTS Lake St. Louis Blvd. Phase 3 The project will extend Lake St. Louis Blvd. from Paul Renaud Blvd. South to the property line of Preston Woods, where it will connect with the St. Charles County portion of Lake St. Louis Blvd., which will connect South to Route DD. The City obtained $300,000 in outside funding to support design and recently obtained an additional $8,898,908 for a total of $9,198,908 for this project from County funding sources. Design of this project began in 2021. Currently the environmental study is in the process of review at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Design was on hold for a large portion of 2023 but is now in progress and should be completed in 2025. Any Right-of-Way needs will be addressed in 2025 and 2026. Construction is anticipated for 2027.

ST. CHARLES COUNTY ROAD BOARD FUNDED PROJECTS Diehr Rd. Reconstruction The project will reconstruct the existing Diehr Rd between Hopewell Rd and Hwy DD. The first phase of this project will be from just West of Hwy DD to Long Gate Dr intersection. Planned improvements include new pavement, wider travel lanes, a 10’ shared use path for pedestrians and bike users, with improved pedestrian and bike safety features at conflicting points. Design of Phase 1 is currently underway through 2024 and will start Right-of-Way acquisition in 2025. The City obtained a total of $865,600 in outside funding to support this project from County funding sources for design and will apply for construction funds in 2025.

Director of Engineering Wade Montgomery 100 North Main Street O’Fallon, MO 63366 636-240-2000

WADE MONTGOMERY, ENGINEERING DIRECTOR 100 NORTH MAIN STREET • O’FALLON, MO 63366 • www.ofallonmo.gov