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City of Olivette Weekly News - November 28, 2022

Government and Politics

November 28, 2022

From: City of Olivette

Run for City Council 

Join the Olivette City Council. The City of Olivette, Missouri is looking to fill (2) City Council member positions to serve for a three-year term.

Application packets are now available. Completed packet materials can be dropped off starting December 6th, 2022 at 8:00 a.m.

Toys for Tots

Make a local child's dream come true this holiday season! The Olivette Fire Department is collecting toys through December 12th in partnership with the Marine Toys for Tots Program. 

Bring new, unwrapped toys to the Olivette City Center (1140 Dielman Road) now through December 12, 2022, from 8 am to 5 pm. 

Find out more

Cops 4 Pets 

In our fourth year, The City of Olivette will collect pet donations during the entire 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! 

Attention Pet Owners

It's that time again! 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 12/11 or 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.

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.

Kids' Night Out

Parents, are you looking for a quiet, kid-free night at home or a romantic dinner out? Let us give you the opportunity to take a well-deserved break. Kid’s Night Out is all about your child having an action-packed, exciting night out! All inside the Olivette City Center. They'll be able to make new friends, learn new games, and have a fun night with our Recreation Staff! Masks Optional.

Friday, December 9th
5:30-9:30 PM
Movie: Happy Feet

Ages 5-10
$24 per child
Includes dinner, games, crafts, and a movie!
Location: Olivette City Center (Community Room)
1140 Dielman Road

Register here

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.

Mon Nov. 28
Economic Development Commission

Tue Nov. 29
City Council Worksession 
Thu Dec. 1
Planning and Community Design Commission

Tue Dec. 6
City Council Worksession

Tue Dec. 13
City Council Regular Meeting

Don't want to miss a meeting? Sign-up to receive e-notifications  or 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!