Brush pickup is available for residents who pay an additional monthly fee on their utility bill (please call Utility Billing 377-4426 if you have any questions).
| 2008 Brush Collection | |
|---|---|
| East Side | West Side |
| June 2 | June 9 |
| June 16 | June 23 |
| July 7 | July 14 |
| July 21 | July 28 |
| No collection June 30 - July 4 | |
As a reminder, the City’s Fire Prevention Code (Chapter 15.28) allows the responsible use of outdoor fireplaces without a permit. The unit should be at least 25 ft. from any structure and in an open lawn area. Use clean, well-seasoned wood (no leaves, compost, brush, waste, etc.). The fire should not burn for more than 2 hours and must be constantly attended until extinguished. Some type of extinguisher must be available. The City may order the extinguishment of open burning that creates a hazardous or objectionable situation. A “good neighbor” policy is recommended.
Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design or C.P.T.E.D. is a crime prevention philosophy based on the proper design of the physical environment with the intent to reduce crime and the fear of crime, thereby improving the quality of life. C.P.T.E.D. involves the design of physical space in relation to the actual needs of the intended users. The following are four principles of C.P.T.E.D:
The underlying benefit of using environmental design is to prevent criminal activity by reducing the ability for potential known factors to happen. For example, this can involve things such as landscaping properly to maintain visual observation points. The St. Charles Police Department can assist local businesses or residents with recommendations. We prefer to help identify potential problems in order to reduce future ones. For more information, contact Crime Prevention Officer Tim Beam at 630.443.3730.
In past years, the St. Charles Police Department has hosted a community picnic at Pottawatomie Park in conjunction with National Night Out Against Crime. The purpose is to bring members of the Police Department and citizens together to promote crime awareness and prevention.
This year the Police Department is moving this community event into the neighborhoods. We are looking for volunteers to organize and host a gathering in their respective neighborhoods. This could take the form of a block party or a casual get together in a specific neighborhood location such as a park or a backyard. The National Night Out Committee will be available to assist with planning or any questions that residents might have.
Interested citizens or neighborhood associations may contact Crime Prevention Officer Tim Beam at the Police Department for further details or to volunteer. The deadline for applying is June 15th. Officer Tim Beam may be reached at 630.443.3730.
In early July, the Plaza (Building 4) will be open for free public parking! There will be a total of 430 public parking spaces, with five well-lit levels of parking available, including long and short-term. The Plaza allows for convenient parking for West Main Businesses, and will contain 55,300 square feet of retail and office space.