Government and Politics
December 12, 2022
From: City of OlivetteCoffee with the Mayor
Join us for our last Coffee with the Mayor of 2022 on December 14th at 8:45 am with Fire Chief Steve Carman, Asst. Fire Chief Tim Fain and Captain Parker Spencer.
Some of the best ideas and conversations are had over coffee! The advantage of being in a close-knit community like Olivette means we have more opportunities to interact with one another.
The Coffees will be hybrid: in-person at the Olivette City Center (1140 Dielman Road) and via Zoom.
Toys for Tots
Thank you for all the donations thus far! Make a local child's dream come true this holiday season!
Monday, December 12th is the last day to drop new, unwrapped toys off at the Olivette City Center (1140 Dielman Road) from 8 am to 5 pm.
Find out more.
Cops 4 Pets
It's the season of giving. In our fourth year, The City of Olivette will collect pet donations during the month of December. Donation bins will be located in the vestibule of the Olivette City Center (1140 Dielman Rd).
Pet donations will be distributed to local St. Louis metro local stray and rescue shelters.
Find out more.
We Want to Hear from You!
The City of Olivette is updating the 2006 Comprehensive Plan. The Plan is the vision document the City uses to develop land use policies, a vision that portrays Olivette as a community with a well-defined character of its own.
Click the link to be a part of the Comprehensive Plan! Your survey responses will help us as we begin to think about the future of our community.
Fall Leaf Collection
The City of Olivette provides curbside leaf collection for residential properties through services contracted with Hendel Lawncare, Inc.
The first of four separate passes began the first week of November. We appreciate your patience during this process.
Find out more.
Winter Operations
Please review Olivette's winter operations procedures as we head into the chilly season!
Donate Lifesaving Blood
Blood donors report feeling a sense of great satisfaction after making their blood donation. Why? Because helping others in need just feels good. Join the City of Olivette for a Holiday Blood Drive on Tuesday, December 27th, 2022 from 2:00-6:00 pm.
Call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit RedCrossBlood.org and enter: OlivetteCommunity to schedule an appointment.
For more information, contact Bridget Waters at [email protected] or 314-983-5278.
Attention Pet Owners
All cats and dogs must be registered with the City of Olivette. Registration is due by December 31, 2022, or late fees apply. License renewal is available online.
Find out more.
Stop Gun Violence
Did you know that the Olivette Police Department offers free gun locks for the community?
Gun locks are available Monday- Friday during regular business hours.
Christmas at Planthaven
Santa is sending his reindeer to the new Planthaven Farms in Olivette! Join them on 12/18 to see these magical creatures in action!
Olivette Parks And Recreation
For more information on events and youth sports, visit the Parks and Recreation homepage.
The Parks and Recreation Department Has Moved
The Olivette Parks and Recreation Department has moved to the City Center, 1140 Dielman Rd. The Parks & Recreation Department will operate from the City Center until it moves into the new community center, Five Oaks on Warson, in late spring 2023.
Find out more.
Puzzle Palooza
Do you love to assemble puzzles?
If so, we are going to have a fun evening putting together a puzzle with up to a team of 5 people. The first team to assemble their puzzle will win a prize. All other teams will get to keep their puzzle as their prize.
When: Friday, January 13 from 6 pm-8 pm
Where: Olivette City Center (1140 Dielman Rd.)
In the Community Rooms
Who: Anyone who loves to assemble puzzles
Cost: Free
Register your team today!
Energy Assistance Program
You may qualify for up to $1,125 in energy assistance toward your energy, water, or sewer bill. Attend Energy Assistance Day to find out! For more information, please call 314-991-1249 or visit SpireEnergy.com/Assistance
Thursday January 19th, 2023
4:00 pm-6:30 pm
Olivette City Center
Find out more
Closings in Parks
The park restrooms and drinking fountains at Indian Meadows, Irv Zeid, and Villa Parks are closed for the season and will re-open on April 15, 2023.
The exception is Stacy Park, and those restrooms remain open year-round.
Meetings
Meeting are held in person at the City Center and are also available to the public via Zoom. Meeting agendas and details on how to join can be found here.
Tue Dec. 13
City Council Regular Meeting
Thu Dec. 15
Planning and Community Design Commission
Wed Dec. 21
Parks & Recreation Commission
Mon Dec. 26
Economic Development Commission
Don't want to miss a meeting? Sign-up to receive e-notifications for agendas and minutes by visiting our website. You can also review the latest meeting minutes, or watch recorded videos on YouTube.
Job Openings
The City recruits for both full-time and part-time positions. Apply today!
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