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A Publication of St. Charles County Government - October 2020
Top Five
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1.  Save Time, Stay Safe with QLess

Residents in St. Charles County soon will be able to avoid crowds and save time when they need to visit key County Government departments. Those needing to make an appearance at Municipal Court, located at 399 Turner Boulevard in St. Peters, now can join a virtual queue from their mobile device or computer using the free QLess app. Later this year, more government buildings and services will be added to the QLess system…MORE

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2. Housing, Utility Help Available

St. Charles County residents who need short-term rent, mortgage and utility assistance due to the COVID-19 pandemic can access funding through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Community Development Block Grant Coronavirus funds (CDBG-CV) are available to help with these needs, as well as interim housing, food and household items...MORE

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3. Advocates Assist Crime Victims


Whether it’s domestic violence, sexual assault or identity theft, victims of crime often feel vulnerable, scared and unsure of what’s ahead. Fortunately, a program through the St. Charles County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office is available to help…MORE

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Watch this video from the St. Charles County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for information and resources for assistance.

Virtual Training

4. Go Virtual with Job, Skills Training

If you’re looking for a job or want to brush up on your computer skills, free classes covering a variety of career-oriented topics now are available virtually from the Missouri Job Center of St. Charles County…MORE

Lot of Lights

5. Celebrate the Season at Lot of Lights

Millions of lights decorating classic holiday scenes—and a laser and light show never seen in the St. Louis area—will thrill visitors to Lot of Lights, Nov. 27, 2020–Jan. 2, 2021, at The Family Arena in St. Charles. This drive-through show on the Arena’s parking lot will feature more than a mile of lights and a dedicated FM station with holiday music…MORE




Quick Clicks
  • Remember to Social Distance, Wash Hands, and Wear a Mask
For more COVID-19 precautionary tips and information, visit the Department of Public Health’s COVID-19 webpage. Businesses looking for a free sign to encourage mask wearing can download and print one from the County’s website...MORE

  • County Ranks Among Healthiest Communities in State, Nation
In the midst of the pandemic, there’s good news about our health: St. Charles County ranks 82nd of 3,000 communities evaluated nationwide in the “2020 Healthiest Communities” report by U.S News and World Report. The county also ranked at the top of Missouri’s healthiest counties again earlier this year in the annual “County Health Rankings” report by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and the University of Wisconsin’s Population Health Institute…MORE

  • Have a Safe and Happy Halloween!
Watch and share this video for precautions and tips from the St. Charles County Department of Public Health to keep Halloween fun for everyone.

  • Training Funds Available
Low income or laid off workers affected by COVID-19 may be eligible to receive up to $4,000 each for training from the Missouri Job Center of St. Charles County to enhance their skills, thanks to funding from the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act...MORE




Steve Ehlmann

A Look Back with the County Executive

In 2018, the St. Charles County Parks Department finished restoration of The Daniel Boone Hays Home at Matson Hill Park in Defiance. The beautiful 1830s stone home was built by Daniel Boone Hays, grandson of famous frontiersman Daniel Boone. During the first weekend of Christmas Candlelight Walks at The Historic Daniel Boone Home, the Hays Home will open to the public as a museum featuring displays about the Hays and Boone families and life in the Femme Osage Valley during the 19th century. More information will be posted soon on the Parks website. I am excited that the public will be able to see this amazing home and learn more about its history…MORE


Council Comments

Dave Hammond

Dave Hammond, District 4

It’s fall and that means many of us will begin—or already have started—spending our free time raking leaves. Did you know leaves can pollute and block our storm drains and natural drainageway systems? They are just one of many things that puts these systems at risk. Being aware of everything that can pollute and clog our waterways is extremely important…MORE




On SCCMO-TV in October...

County News Update
County Council Meetings
COVID-19 Information YouTube Playlist

Click on the images above, visit the SCCMO-TV YouTube channel, tv.sccmo.org, or download our Roku Channel (search for SCCMO-TV) to watch recent County Council meetings, hear the latest local news and helpful information on County News Updates, see what's happening in County Parks, and more. Also, learn about the latest COVID-19 information from the Department of Public Health. 


To view agendas and minutes from Council meetings, visit sccmo.org.


Calendar

Calendar, Reminders and Directory

  • For more information on County events or meetings, visit our website calendar.

  • To schedule a speaker for your group, visit our Request a Speaker page.

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  • View the St. Charles County Government Directory for a listing of departments and contact information.




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