The Official Quarterly Publication of the City of O’Fallon, Missouri
Winter 2019–20 • www.ofallon.mo.us
Making holiday memories in O'Fallon O’Fallon: One of America’s ”Best Places to Live” O’Fallon was recently named one of the country’s “Best Places to Live,” according to Money Magazine’s list of America’s 100 best cities. O’Fallon ranked 24th on the 2019 list of cities with a population greater than 50,000. Money praised O’Fallon for its rich history, proximity to local outdoor activities and its “quaint, family-friendly feel.” To see the complete list of cities on this year’s list, please visit money.com/money/collection/ best-places-to-live-2019. O’Fallon is one of two Missouri cities to be ranked in the Top 100, joining Blue Springs (#96).
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ur wonderful city has once again been named as one of “America’s Best Places to Live” by Money Magazine, jumping to #24 on the list this year. I am so proud to live and work here, and I am grateful to all of the people who make O’Fallon the great place we call home. While this is not the first time we have received this accolade, it is an honor every time. I know first-hand the efforts that go into keeping our city the place we all want to live, work and play. As we head into the holiday season, we see examples of the great opportunities for fun and fellowship that make our City so great. Throughout O’Fallon, families will continue their own long-standing traditions and build new ones. They’ll help those in need through Cornucopia of Care, meet Santa at the Krekel Civic Center for painting and pizza, or take in the spectacular display at Celebration of Lights in Fort Zumwalt Park. When you are out doing your holiday shopping, we appreciate your support of O’Fallon businesses, too. Dining and shopping at local businesses provides an investment in our community now and for the future, and I thank you for keeping it in the “O” this holiday season. The investment you make in O’Fallon is one of the many ways we have earned the title as one of the best places to live in America. Our ranking is a testament to our residents, businesses, civic organizations, schools, churches, community volunteers, elected officials and city staff. As much as I am honored to be part of a city who has received so many accolades, we cannot rest on our laurels. As we close this year with pride, we also welcome 2020 with excitement for new things to come. We will work hard to continue making the improvements around our city that help our residents and businesses flourish. On behalf of the City Council, City staff and my family, have a merry Christmas and a wonderful New Year. Sincerely,
In this issue 3
Celebration of Lights
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Upcoming Events
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Winter Weather
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Water & Sewer Veterans Report
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Roscoe’s Den
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Renew O’Fallon Public Assistance
Bill Hennessy, Mayor
New baseball team to occupy CarShield Field in 2020 The O’Fallon City Council recently approved a lease with O’Fallon Baseball Associates, LLC, who will be placing a new baseball team at CarShield Field in time for the 2020 season. The new team, which will move to O’Fallon from their previous home in Hannibal, MO, will play in the Prospect League. The Prospect League is a summer collegiate wood-bat league offering family-friendly, affordable baseball entertainment and provides eligible college players experience using a wood bat in a competitive atmosphere and exposure to Major League Baseball scouts.
10 Police Bulletins 11 POW-MIA City 12 Calendar
Watch the State of the City Address on January 10 at 10 a.m.