SPECIAL ACTIVITIES AT MOODY PARK @ LONGACRE
May 9, 10, 11 - Homecoming
May 10 - Homecoming Parade
May 17 - Americans with Disabilities Picnic

Parks and Recreation Spring 2008 Flyer

Parks and Recreation Summer 2008 Flyer

Spring-Summer 2008

FYI is provided by Alderman Pat Baeske to keep you informed about the city’s activities.

• EVERETT MOODY PARK AT LONGACRE:  City council voted to rename Longacre Park after the city’s first mayor; name change was effective with a commemoration ceremony in June 2007.  Mayor Moody was instrumental in purchasing the property for a city park on Longacre, Pleasant Ridge, and 6 neighborhood parks.  He also donated his first year’s salary to the development of parks.
  
  
• WHITE FLAGS ON FRANK SCOTT PARKWAY:  The white flags along the Parkway indicate where IDOT has determined the birch, red ash, bald cypress, white pine, crabapple, and red oak trees will be planted.  If the city feels that additional trees will be beneficial, the city may apply for another IDOT grant next year.  I will push to submit that application.
  
  
  
• BUNKHAM ROAD CLOSURE:  Is moving more slowly than anticipated, with both lanes closed during the day.  Daily information about closings can be obtained by calling 489-2027.
  
  
• TRAFFIC SIGNAL AT LAKELAND HILLS DRIVE PROPOSED:  Residents have circulated petitions to request a signal at the only entrance/exit to their subdivision.  Although IDOT initially denied this request, they are continuing to ask the state representatives for support. 
  
  
• I-64 UPDATE AND GENERAL INFORMATION
  
  
  • Beautification of Current Entry/Exit at Hwy 159 & I-64 – The city continues to work on plans to beautify this area.  It currently has no control over the maintenance (grass mowing, litter pick-up) of this state-owned property, but will be responsible for the upkeep of a half mile east and west of the intersection once the landscaping grant is accepted.  Initial plans have been altered.  Being able to pick up debris and cut the area more than twice a year (that is the state’s schedule) will be a benefit in itself.
    
    
    
    
• PARKS PROGRAMS – Call the Parks Department at 489-2040 for details on Youth and Adult Programs:
  
  
  • Special Events at Everett Moody Park on Longacre:   
    
    
    • Salute to the Arts – August 2008.  Call 632-1102 for more information.
      
      
• REMINDERS
  
  
  • Large Item Pickup – The next free pickups are July 2 and November 5.  Call 489-2000 no later than 4:30 P.M. on Friday before pickup, to register.
    
    
  • Yard Waste Burning is permitted Tuesday, Thursday, & Saturday between 9 A.M. –  4 P.M. through April 30.  Burning is prohibited May 1 through October 31.
    
    
  • Burned Out or Broken Streetlights – Call the utility company to which you pay        your electric bill or call the city’s Public Works Department at 489-2020.  It’s helpful if      you provide the number off the streetlight (located toward top of pole).
    
    
  • Storm Sirens are tested at 10 A.M. the first Tuesday of every month.  Notify the Police Department at 489-2100 if a siren is not working in your area.
    
    
  • Code Enforcement – Call 489-2060 or call me to report problems (unleashed pets, buildings in disrepair, excessive noise, etc.).  The noise ordinance is being changed to include specific penalties for noise violations.  If you need to report a violation at night or during a weekend, call the Police Department at 489-2100.
    
    
  • Speeding in Residential Areas – Report to the Police Department at 489-2100.
    
    
•   BUSINESS POTPOURRI
  
  
  
  • Shoppes at St. Clair Square all have opened
    
    
  • Logan’s Road House Restaurant Lincoln Highway next to Barnes and Noble
    
    
  • Chipolti’s Restaurant St. Clair Crossing (outside dining)
    
    
  • Olivia’s Wine and Gifts opened at 57 Ludwig Drive
    
    
  • Deek’s Motor Sports opened at the former Safarian Cleaners (corner of S. Ruby and Highway 50)

Location:
Everett Moody Park at Longacre in Fairview Heights, IL
Hwy. 159, 1 mile south of I-64
(15 min. from downtown St. Louis)

The Fairview Heights Parks and Recreation Department offers a variety of summertime activities for residents of all ages which include summer day camps, trips for families and senior citizens.

Additional the city offers adult and youngster swim classes, Pee Wee soccer, T-ball, a variety of craft classes and tennis classes.

The Parks and Recreation Department sponsors several annual events which include the annual Easter egg hunt, Fall Festival, Santa calls to children and employee fitness day.

Call 489-2040 for more information.