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Housing, Commercial Construction Pacing Ahead of 2021 Totals

St. Charles County is reporting robust mid-year totals for 2022 housing and commercial construction permits that pace ahead of 2021 numbers. 

“Through July of this year, housing and commercial construction in St. Charles County continues...

Flood Recovery Ongoing; Assistance Available

After torrential rain caused flash flooding throughout the area in late July, many residents and business owners have continued to grapple with recovering from flooded homes and facilities. Following disaster declarations by County Executive Steve Ehlmann...

Workforce & Business Development Department Relocating

The St. Charles County Department of Workforce & Business Development and home of the Missouri Job Center of St. Charles County is closing its location at 212 Turner Boulevard in St. Peters Sept. 19, and plans to open in a new space on Oct. 3 at 3757 ...

Port Authority Secures $3.5 Million in Grants for River Terminal Infrastructure

The St. Charles County Port Authority has secured $3.5 million in funding to improve the river terminal in the City of St. Charles and at Klondike Park near Augusta. This, just a year and a half after formal organization of the Port Authority’s ...

Work Continues on Muegge Road Interchange; Safety, Traffic, Improving Local Access Main Objectives

Much needed traffic relief is on the way for those who travel Highway 94 in the City of St. Charles. Improvements currently are being constructed and include adding a third lane in each direction on Route 94 and interchange improvements at Route 364/Route...

Resolution Intends to Adjust Tax Rate to Negate Windfall Created by Increased Vehicle Value

The St. Charles County Council passed a resolution that will pave the way for a tax rate ordinance later in the year which will voluntarily lower the overall tax rate to effectively keep flat the amount of tax the County collects in 2022 compared with tax...

BikeFest Coming to Kinetic Park Aug. 6-7

The St. Charles County Parks Department is diligently preparing Kinetic Park in Dardenne Prairie for BikeFest 2022, and racers and spectators alike won’t want to miss it! In addition to two major pump track championship events, the weekend of Au...

St. Charles County’s Oglesby Park Opening July 30

Save the date and plan to join the celebration of the opening of St. Charles County’s newest park! The opening festivities for Oglesby Park are planned for 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Saturday, July 30, with a dedication ceremony at 11:30 a.m., and fun for ...

County Law Enforcement Forms Critical Incident Response Team

St. Charles County area law enforcement agencies have formed the St. Charles County Critical Incident Response Team (CIRT), a multi-jurisdictional unit tasked with conducting thorough, objective, and transparent investigations of high-level and officer-in...

County Government Military Veterans Hosting Flag Collection June 14

If you have a worn or damaged U.S. flag and don’t know where or how to dispose of it properly, the military veterans of St. Charles County Government are ready to help. The County’s Veterans Best Practices Working Group is hosting its ...

Voters Overwhelmingly Approve Prop R for Roads

Every precinct in St. Charles County approved Prop R for Roads April 5, voting to reauthorize the County’s ½-cent Transportation Sales Tax for another 10 years. The tax originally was enacted by voters in 1985, and this is the fourth ...

Police Department Receives CALEA Re-Accreditation

The St. Charles County Police Department has successfully completed the re-accreditation process designed to maintain international recognition for advanced law enforcement accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agen...

County Ranks Among the Top of Missouri's Healthiest Counties

With acres of parkland and miles of trails to encourage activity, well-trained professionals practicing quality medical care, and a population committed to healthy habits, it’s easy to understand why St. Charles County ranks at the top of Missou...

Oglesby Park Coming Soon to Wentzville

St. Charles County Parks’ newest park near Wentzville is Oglesby Park, named after one of the property’s early owners. The 199-acre plot of land is at 2949 West Meyer Road and is scheduled to open this summer.

Benjamin Oglesby was born enslaved in 1825 in ...

Barn Cats Work to Help St. Charles County

Hundreds of feral cats can be found in colonies around St. Charles County. Because a female cat and her offspring can generate more than 400,000 kittens in just a few years, overpopulation quickly becomes a nuisance to the communities that surrou...

Heritage Museum Closes to Prepare for New Exhibit

The St. Charles County Heritage Museum in St. Charles has temporarily closed its doors, but the public can look forward to a big celebration when it reopens with a new and exciting exhibit, “The American Revolutionary War in the West.” Scheduled to debut ...

Your Transportation Dollars in Motion

In December 2021, St. Charles County residents received an informational mailer from County government detailing the history of the County’s ½-cent Transportation Sales Tax. This tax was first enacted by voters in 1985, and the county has benefitted from ...

Election Judges Needed for 2022 Elections

The Election Authority is looking to add to its roster of election judges as staff gear up for the April 5 General Municipal Election, the Aug. 2 Primary Election, and the Nov. 8 General Election. It takes 720 election judges to work at the 104 polling pl...

Watching and Preparing for Severe Weather

Severe weather comes in many forms, and it seems as if St. Charles County has had its share of late. In December we saw a tornado in the Defiance area, and so far this year, we’ve had several days of freezing rain, sleet, ice, and snow along with high win...

County to Benefit from Settlement with Opioid Manufacturers, Distributors

St. Charles County will receive a gross allocation of $19.6 million in a nationwide settlement of lawsuits against companies that manufactured and distributed opioids. Once final, this community-led effort will secure billions of dollars in opioid epidemi...

St. Charles County Parks Kicks Off 25th Year with New Logo and Tagline

The St. Charles County Parks Department is starting off its 25th Anniversary by unveiling a new logo and tagline that better illustrate the energy and growth of the Parks system. The County has acquired 21 parks—17 which are open and four in res...

Housing, Commercial Permits Keep Pace with Population Growth

Good news on the housing front continues to come out of St. Charles County. Despite the ongoing pandemic, the County reports year-end totals for housing and commercial construction permits for 2021 remain ahead of the pre-pandemic numbers of 2019 and riva...

Treatment Court Marks 20 Years of Success with 100th Graduation

With issues such as substance abuse and mental health diagnoses increasingly impacting the criminal justice system, St. Charles County’s 11th Judicial Circuit Treatment Court has proven to be efficient and successful in preventing incarceration ...

I-70 Cave Springs to Fairgrounds Project Plans Announced

The Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission (MHTC) awarded the Interstate 70 Cave Springs to Fairgrounds (CSFG) Design-Build Project to Millstone Weber of the City of St. Charles. The total project cost is $62 million, $10 million of which comes f...

Lock It or Lose It: Keep Your Vehicle and Valuables Safe

Auto thefts in the St. Charles County region continue to be top of mind for law enforcement and prosecutors. The St. Charles County Police Department and the County’s Prosecuting Attorney’s Office continue to raise awareness and show u...

Keeping Safe During a Tornado or Severe Storm

The recent tornado in our area might have you wondering if you were prepared enough or if you could have, or should have, been more prepared. St. Charles County Regional Emergency Management Director Captain Chris Hunt says now is the time to prepare for ...

County Acquires Property for Future Park in Wentzville

St. Charles County has purchased land near Wentzville that will bring the number of County parks to 21. The property is 199 acres.

“Wentzville is a growing, rapidly changing area,” says St. Charles County Executive Steve Ehlmann, &l...

Tornado, Severe Storms Cause $3.4 Million in Damages

Missouri Governor Mike Parson visited the Defiance area after a tornado and severe storms ripped through the area on Friday, Dec. 10. Estimated damages are more than $3.4 million, according to assessments completed by County inspectors. The County&rsq...

Fundraising Opportunities at The Family Arena

Non-profit organizations looking to raise money in a safe and exciting environment are invited to check out the Family Arena’s concessions income program. Groups can make up to $1,000 during each three-hour event.

“The Family Arena is dedicated to excellen...

County Police, Sheriff, Corrections to Launch Body Cameras in December

A familiar accessory in neighboring law enforcement agencies, the body camera is a smartphone-size recording device that creates a real-time public record of law enforcement’s interactions. The cameras will be used by officers in the St. Charles County Po...

St. Charles County Corrections Staff Graduate from Department's First Leadership Program

Sixteen leaders in the St. Charles County Department of Corrections recently completed a new program that addresses key issues facing corrections departments in today’s environment. Leadership Academy is the first of its kind for the County depa...

Governor Parson to Speak, Lance Corporal Schmitz to Be Remembered at Veterans Day Ceremony Nov. 11

The St. Charles County Veterans Committee and the St. Charles City Veterans Commission will host their Veterans Day Program at 1 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 11, near the Veterans Memorial on the grounds of the St. Charles County Executive Office Building/Histori...

East-West Gateway Board Approves $39 Million to Fix Wentzville 'Curve'

The Oct. 27 East-West Gateway Council of Governments (EWGCOG) Board of Directors meeting was a big win for St. Charles County, specifically the Wentzville area. The board voted to approve $39 million in its Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) to fix ...

Need a Replacement COVID-19 Vaccination Card?

The St. Charles County Department of Public Health (DPH) Immunization Clinic provides replacement cards for those who completed COVID-19 vaccination in Missouri but did not receive a card or have misplaced it.

Replacement cards are issued 8:15 a.m.-4:30 p....

Public Health, Community Partners Provide Free Flu Shot Clinic Oct. 8

The St. Charles County Department of Public Health (DPH) is partnering with several area organizations to provide free flu shots for those ages 6 months and older during a vaccination clinic 2-7 p.m., Friday, Oct. 8, in the College Center at St. Charles C...

County Police Officer Receives Medal of Valor Award

Governor Mike Parson recently presented St. Charles County Police Officer John K. Gresco II with the Medal of Valor Award for saving a man during a flash flood. Officer Gresco was one of 15 first responders and seven civilians who received 2020 Public Saf...

Be Prepared for Any Emergency

From tornadoes, floods, and earthquakes to a gas or chemical leak, it is important to be ready for any crisis. Planning is key, and September is the perfect time during National Preparedness Month. St. Charles County Regional Emergency Management (REM) ha...

Give a Shelter Pet a Forever Home

If you're thinking about expanding your family and opening your heart to a new friend with four legs and fur, now is the time! The St. Charles County Pet Adoption Center in St. Peters has dogs and cats of all ages, sizes and activity levels that ...

Third COVID Vaccination Available for Immunocompromised

Medical research shows that immunocompromised individuals may have a reduced ability to respond to vaccines and that the standard two-dose regimen of the Pfizer/BioNTech or Moderna COVID-19 vaccines may not produce the same degree of protection for these ...

ICYMI: New Ramps Open at Heritage Crossing and Route 364

Ahead of schedule, the St. Charles County Highway Department opened new westbound and eastbound slip ramps at Heritage Crossing and Route 364 in August. The ramps improve access to the highway for both residents and businesses.

The westbound slip ramp allo...

Census Shows St. Charles County is Growth Leader in the Region

If you have lived and/or worked in St. Charles County over the past 10 years, it's clear that our community has grown—and now we have the numbers to prove it! Recently released data from the 2020 U.S. Census shows St. Charles County's population at 405,26...

Save the Date: Police Department Open House

The St. Charles County Police Department's annual Open House will take place 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 18, at 101 Sheriff Dierker Court in O'Fallon. Bring your family for behind-the-scenes tours of the department, vehicles and equi...

Tips to Find Jobs, Develop Your Career During the Pandemic

COVID-19 has influenced many aspects of life, including how people develop and further their careers. Networking, job applications, interviewing, and even actual jobs were going virtual before the pandemic, but now online processes and opportunities are o...

COVID Vaccinations Available for the Community

As the COVID-19 Delta variant becomes more prevalent throughout the country, the St. Charles County Department of Public Health (DPH) continues to provide multiple opportunities for residents to receive the vaccine. As of July 28, 49.9 percent of County r...

What Do I Do If...? Who Do I Call When...? Answers to Common County Switchboard Questions

With more than 30 departments and divisions in St. Charles County Government, our switchboard operators receive a wide variety of calls every day, but some stand out as most frequently asked about topics. Our operators pulled together a list of the top fi...

Make a Difference in Public Safety

From 911 dispatchers to officers and deputies, nurses to food service workers, we have opportunities available to join our critical public safety team. The St. Charles County Corrections, Emergency Communications, Police, and Sheriff’s departmen...

More Ways to Play Are On the Way!

New reasons for kids and families to love St. Charles County Parks are coming soon! Dynamic new playgrounds are in the works at Indian Camp Creek and Broemmelsiek parks.

Construction is in progress on a playground by the Lakeside Pavilion at Indian Camp Cr...

Be Safe Around Natural Waterways

Summer is THE time to enjoy swimming and boating—but it’s important to stay safe, especially around rivers and other natural bodies of water. Did you know you should ALWAYS wear a life jacket in natural bodies of water, even if you know how to swim? Watch...

St. Charles County Among State’s Top Vaccinated Communities

St. Charles County residents are taking the lead in protecting themselves and our community against COVID-19. As of June 24, an estimated 41.7 percent of our total population are fully vaccinated, and an estimated 46.5 percent have initiated vaccination. ...

Fireworks in St. Charles County: Know the Law, Keep Celebrations Safe

Are you aware that fireworks ordinances vary throughout St. Charles County? Laws about when and how fireworks can be discharged differ depending on whether you live in unincorporated county or a municipality. Watch this video on SCCMO-TV’s YouTube channel...

Racer Registration, Tickets for Spectators Available for Red Bull UCI Pump Track World Championships

This is excitement you won’t want to miss! Racers and spectators can register now to be part of the area’s first Red Bull UCI Pump Track World Championships Qualifier at Kinetic Park, formerly Youth Activity Park, in Dardenne Prairie. The event will take ...

Citizen Police Academy Gives First-Hand Look at Law Enforcement

Applications for the 2021 St. Charles County Police Department (SCCPD) Citizen Police Academy will be available July 2! This free program provides a first-hand look into the daily operations of the SCCPD and the law enforcement profession. The 12-week cla...

We’ve Got a Speaker for You!

If your neighborhood or business association, civic group, church, or community organization needs a speaker for a meeting, look no further than St. Charles County Government. The County’s Request a Speaker program provides experts on a variety of topics ...

COVID-19 Hardship Assistance for Housing, Utilities Available

There is financial support for homeowners and renters impacted by COVID-19.The CDBG-CV Public Services Program provides short-term rent, mortgage, and utility assistance to households facing foreclosure or eviction, and the State Assistance for Housing Re...

HiSet, Life Skills Programs Prepare Inmates for Success After Release

The St. Charles County Department of Corrections is launching educational and behavioral programs to better prepare inmates for release. The new programming began at the jail in March with High School Equivalency Test (HiSET) testing.

“Inmates now have the...

Understand Your Real Estate Assessment; Be Wary of Valuation Services

2021 Notices of Real Estate Assessment were mailed recently to St. Charles County property owners. State law requires the Assessor to revalue all real estate property in the county by Jan. 1 of odd-numbered years, so the valuation notices reflect the prop...

Rediscover Your Career: Funding Available for Jobs in High Demand

Did the COVID-19 pandemic impact your job? Need a fresh start? Look no further than the Missouri Job Center of St. Charles County, where funding is available for qualifying residents interested in training for a variety of careers that are in high demand....

Public Health Reaches 50,000 Mark for COVID-19 Vaccinations

Since late December, when COVID-19 vaccine first was released for distribution, the St. Charles County Department of Public Health (DPH) has worked diligently to vaccinate St. Charles County residents and those who work in our county. By mid-April, DPH ha...

Hays Home Opens at Matson Hill

If you love history and trips to scenic Historic Missouri Wine Country, make time to stop by The Daniel Boone Hays Home at Matson Hill Park in Defiance. Built by Daniel Boone Hays, grandson of famous pioneer Daniel Boone, the beautiful 1830s ston...

Improvements Make Roadways Safer

Winter doesn’t mean the St. Charles County Highway Department slows down on improving roadways in our community. In fact, two major projects are in the works: a multi-use path along Pitman Hill Road near Veterans Tribute Park in Weldon Spring, a...

County Begins Vaccine Distribution, Offers Registration

As a state-registered provider of the COVID-19 vaccine, the St. Charles County Department of Public Health (DPH) has begun vaccination distribution pursuant to the State’s vaccination plan. In Dec. 2020, the State authorized vaccination of those...

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 ...

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 ...

Go Virtual with Job, Skills Training

Operated by the St. Charles County Department of Workforce & Business Development, the center began offering Basic Microsoft Word and Excel courses this summer after the COVID-19 pandemic forced the scale-back of in-person services. As of October, the...

Mask Up to Prevent COVID-19 Spread

If you’re confused about the benefits of wearing a mask, you’re not alone. Early in the pandemic, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), World Health Organization (WHO) and other renowned medical institutions did not adv...

Training Vital to Police Response

The St. Charles County Police Department is working diligently to assure the public that its officers continue to know how to correctly respond to all the issues that could face them on any given shift.

“This is a different world than it was 10 y...

Parks Adds Exciting Amenities

St. Charles County Parks have something for EVERYONE – and if you like water and/or extreme sports, you won’t want to miss two new features that are making news.YAP Asphalt Pump Track

Located in Dardenne Prairie, the 25-acre Youth Activ...

County Buildings Reopen to Public

St. Charles County Government buildings closed to the public on Wednesday, March 25, to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 and protect the health of the community and County employees. On Friday, May 29, the County Administration Building and the Department ...

Personal Property Notices Mailed

St. Charles County Assessor mailed approximately 40,000 Personal Property Notices of Assessment Change by June 1. Taxpayers who reported additional personal property or made corrections to their 2020 personal property assessments will receive the notice. ...

Giving Back to Fight COVID-19

Taking care of animals is what drives St. Charles County Division of Humane Services Director Katie Willis. After she contracted COVID-19 and was pulled away from the Pet Adoption Center, she quickly recovered and turned this negative experience into a po...

Help for Job Seekers, Employers

If your employment or business has been affected by COVID-19, staff at the Missouri Job Center of St. Charles County are available by phone and email to provide assistance.

For more information about the following programs and services through the Missouri...

Expo Showcases Services, Programs

Have questions about assessments, taxes, health or public safety? Need to complete or change your voter registration or obtain a marriage license? Curious about what’s next for County parks? If your answer to any of these questions is &ldquo...

Census Vital to Community

Watch your mailbox: Between March 12-20, households will receive an invitation to respond online to the 2020 United States Census. Why is it so important to complete? The results impact the distribution of congressional seats and billions of dollars to st...

Public Health Monitors Illness

For several weeks, stories about the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) and flu have flooded the daily news and social media feeds. The St. Charles County Department of Public Health works continuously to stay informed on the latest developments about these dis...

Museum Offers New Films, Programs

The St. Charles County Heritage Museum, located at the corner of Heritage Landing and South St. Peters Parkway, is THE place to see dynamic exhibits, watch documentaries and movies, and to participate in arts and crafts, games and other extracurricular ac...

"Make a Save" at Pet Adoption

If you want to add a furry new friend – and hockey-watching buddy – to your home team, now is the perfect time to visit the St. Charles County Pet Adoption Center! During the "Make a Save!" promotion, Feb. 1 to March 31, dona...

Treatment Court Honored

Offering second chances to individuals in the criminal justice system who have a substance use disorder has been at the heart of the 11^th Judicial Circuit’s Treatment Court mission for 20 years – and they’re getting national ...

Get Ready for 2020 Elections

Mark your calendars – there are four elections in 2020! The St. Charles County Election Authority is preparing for a busy year at the polls. Following is a breakdown of election dates, voter registration deadlines, information on how you can mak...

Learn, Stay Safe, Be Healthy in 2020

Do you have a resolution to become certified in CPR? Want to teach children in your classroom about recycling? Are you a daycare or food service worker with continuing education course requirements? Check out the St. Charles County Department of Public He...

Say "YES!" to a Park Wedding

If you or someone you know became engaged over the holidays, consider St. Charles County Parks for the perfect wedding site! The Knot’s “Best of Weddings” and The Wedding Spot’s “Best of Missouri&rdquo...