PREMIER 370 DEVELOPMENT HEATS UP;

$31.5M RB Expansion Projects to Add 450 Jobs

Reckitt Benckiser (RB) is making a significant new investment in St. Peters that signals great things to come for Premier 370 Business Park and our local economy.

A global leader in the manufacture of home, hygiene and health products, RB has a number of popular brands—Vanish, Calgon, Woolite, Finish, Lysol, Mucinex and much more. RB plans to expand in St. Peters with two projects: a new $31.5 million, 715,000-square-foot facility at Premier 370 Business Park; and a 27,000-square-foot expansion at the company’s current 425,000-square-foot location in the Arrowhead Industrial Park off Salt River Road near Highway 79.

RB says that these two new projects will eventually provide 450 new jobs.

Also in Premier 370 Business Park, Duke Realty has been approved to build a 500,000-square-foot office/warehouse building across the street from the RB expansion. This will be a “spec building”—built on speculation that the facility will draw a tenant to the site.

Mayor Len Pagano says that he’s excited that RB is expanding in St. Peters, and that development is heating up in Premier 370 Business Park. The 850-acre business community has more than 4 million total square feet of developable area for office, retail, light industrial, service center, warehouse and major distribution facilities—perfectly located in the center of the nation with easy access to rail, major interstates and an international airport.

“Premier 370 Business Park is a major catalyst for economic development growth in St. Peters and our entire county,” Mayor Pagano said. “The RB project only scratches the surface for the potential at Premier 370.”

RB’s project at Premier 370 will provide warehouses, custom manufacturing and repackaging operations on 48 acres owned by Duke Realty along the north side of Premier Parkway, south of Highway 370. The project is expected to be substantially complete by the end of the year.

“By the time Premier 370 builds out, it will provide thousands of local jobs, not to mention millions of man-hours of construction trades jobs on these projects. RB’s investment in our community is a great start to 2016, and we expect even greater things moving forward for Premier 370 and our community!” Mayor Pagano said.

CLICK HERE for more information about this development and the 850-acre Premier 370 Business Park.

SAFE, RELIABLE, CLEAN, WATER

The City of St. Peters Utilities Department carefully safeguards the water supplies at our water treatment plant, and we are able to report that the department has not had a violation of a contaminant level or of any other water quality standard in nearly 30 years.

Thanks to bond issues passed by St. Peters voters over the years, the City of St. Peters has maintained its water and wastewater treatment facilities to provide the best service possible at the lowest fees in our area.

The City of St. Peters keeps costs low for utilities customers due to efficient practices that maintain focus on the most important task: providing safe water. The Utilities Department has licensed operators working around the clock, every day, to control and monitor the water treatment process. Samples of the treated water are continually tested to ensure that St. Peters’ water meets safe drinking standards. Our focus on quality service results in safe, reliable water service, day after day, year after year.

LEARN MORE ABOUT ST. PETERS’ WATER SERVICE.

PROP W UTILITIES PROJECT UNDER CONSTRUCTION

Construction is underway on the Spencer Creek Trunk Sewer Replacement project made possible by the passage of Proposition W last year. The contractor is working to replace old sanitary sewer pipes along Spencer Creek from Boone Hills Drive to Sutters Mill Road using a trenchless process called “pipe bursting.” CLICK HERE for more information about this project and other Prop W water and wastewater projects.

HOME IMPROVEMENT LOAN PROGRAM

The St. Peters Urban County Home Improvement Loan Program provides funding for low-income homeowners with home rehabilitation projects such as new windows, furnace & air-conditioners, roof replacement, driveway replacement or repair and more. Eligible applicants can receive up to $5,000 through a no-interest, 5-year forgivable loan. Learn more…

YARD WASTE PICKUP RESUMES FEB. 29

Yard waste collection in St. Peters will resume on Feb. 29 after being suspended since Jan. 13. Each winter we temporarily suspend curbside collection to save on fuel costs, help the environment and perform annual vehicle maintenance and repair. Learn more about curbside yard waste collection…

TOURS/DAY TRIPS

STAINED GLASS AND STEEPLES
Wednesday, Feb. 10 • 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. • $80
Join us as we trace the evolution of stained glass in St. Louis. Learn more...

HISTORIC HOTELS OF ST. LOUIS
Tuesday, March 8 • 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. • $74
Come along as we tour many of the St. Louis region's historic hotels. Learn more…

ST. LOUIS TREASURES
Thursday, April 7 • 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. • $95
Come with us to visit some of the St. Louis region's greatest treasures. Learn more…

PADUCAH QUILT TOUR
Thursday, April 21 • 5:30 a.m. - 10:30 p.m. • $75
Be among 30,000 international and domestic quilters who make the pilgrimage to attend AQS QuiltWeek® annually in Paducah, KY. Learn more…

SEVERE STORM SPOTTER CLASS

The St. Peters Justice Center is hosting a class that teaches you how to become a severe weather spotter. Take this class for FREE and you can assist the National Weather Service by providing critical information for all types of weather hazards. The Severe Storm Spotter/Weather Safety Class takes place on Saturday, Feb. 20, from 9 a.m. to noon. Click to learn more …

LOW-INTEREST FEDERAL DISASTER LOANS

U.S. Small Business Administration stands ready to assist Missouri businesses and residents affected by severe storms, tornadoes, straight-line winds and flooding as a result of President Obama’s Major Disaster Declaration. Learn more …

ROOKIES AND ROCK STARS TRIATHLON

Whether you're a beginner (ROOKIE) or a veteran (ROCK STAR), the St. Peters Rec-Plex has a fun Triathlon for you! Be part of our ROOKIES AND ROCK STARS TRIATHLON this year. ROCK into SPRING with our first Triathlon on April 24, 2016! Then, test yourself again during our Fall event. Do you have what it takes to become a LEGEND? Individual and team registration are available. Register by Feb. 15 for the lowest fee! LEARN MORE.

ADULT SOFTBALL LEAGUES

Let’s play two! The St. Peters Rec-Plex offers Adult Doubleheader Softball Leagues this spring. Games begin in March. Register your team early to reserve your spot. Learn more …

SUBSCRIBE NOW TO RECEIVE URGENT MESSAGES WITH FREE NIXLE SERVICE

Now is a great time to sign up for the FREE Nixle service to receive urgent messages from the City of St. Peters. You can choose to receive emails, texts or both at no cost. The City of St. Peters uses this service to send only urgent notifications such as public safety emergencies—not routine announcements. During winter weather events, get messages about snow emergencies and how they may affect City services or events. Click here to learn more …

ELECTED OFFICIALS
New Columns From:

Mayor Len Pagano
Alderman Don Aytes
Alderman Rocky Reitmeyer
Judy Bateman

MAYOR TOM BROWN SENIOR CENTER DEDICATION

The St. Peters Senior Center celebrated its 30th anniversary on Jan. 28, and was renamed the Mayor Tom Brown Senior Center in honor of long-time Mayor Thomas W. Brown (see unveiling of new sign above). It was Mayor Tom Brown’s vision when elected mayor in 1984 to have a place for seniors to gather for companionship, conversation, entertainment and a good meal. The Center, located at 108 McMenamy Rd., originally opened in January 1986.

ART SHOWS

CURRENT SHOW
Things Bright and Beautiful (All Media)
Stop by the Cultural Arts Centre through Feb. 29 to view this show. Click here to see the winners of the competition.

UPCOMING SHOW
March 4-April 25 • Festival of Flowers (All Media)
Receiving: Tuesday, March 1 • 9 a.m.-8:30 p.m.
Reception: Friday, March 4 • 6-8 p.m.
Works must contain an element of a flower or flowers. Download a registration form for this show.

CITIZEN POLICE ACADEMY

Learn firsthand from St. Peters police officers about the jobs they do: The next St. Peters Citizen Police Academy will take place on Wednesday evenings from March 9 to May 25. Topics include crime scene investigations, traffic stops, DWI investigations, defensive tactics, the drug unit, Missouri/constitutional law, SWAT Team, and more. There is a $30 fee. If interested, contact Officer Melissa Doss now at 636-279-2244, ext. 3550, or mdoss@stpetersmo.net.

FEBRUARY CALENDAR

PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION
Feb. 3, 6:30 p.m., Justice Center

FATHER-DAUGHTER DANCE
Feb. 6, 6:30 p.m., Cultural Arts Centre

ST. PETERS GREEN TEAM
Feb. 9, 5 p.m., HES Operations Building

SILVERSNEAKERS® EVENT
Feb. 10, 10 a.m., Rec-Plex
Baue Funeral Homes presents:
Is Cremation Right for You?

BOARD OF ALDERMEN
Feb. 11, Justice Center:
5 p.m. work session,
7 p.m. meeting

DJ SKATE
Feb. 12, 7-9 p.m., Rec-Plex
Bring the family for Friday evening fun, music and skating at the Rec-Plex!

PRESIDENTS DAY HOLIDAY HOURS
Monday, Feb. 15

SILVERSNEAKERS® EVENT
Feb. 17, 10 a.m., Rec-Plex
Dr. Ben Hendrix presents:
Making Healthy Meal Choices

SENIOR ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Feb. 18, 12:30 p.m., Senior Center

SEVERE STORM SPOTTER CLASS
Feb. 20, 9 a.m., Justice Center

HEALTH & WELLNESS ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Feb. 22, 7 p.m., Cultural Arts Centre

BOARD OF ALDERMEN
Feb. 25, Justice Center:
5 p.m. work session,
7 p.m. meeting

REC-PLEX JOBS

Would you like to build skills on a fun team? Check out the St. Peters Rec-Plex! Open positions include lifeguards, ice attendants, summer camp counselors, food service and indoor swim team coach positions. CLICK HERE for more information about job openings.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR STATE SWIM MEET

Can you help the St. Peters Rec-Plex put on one of its biggest events of the year? We’re seeking volunteers to assist with the State Girls Swimming and Diving Championships at the Rec-Plex Natatorium on Friday, Feb. 19, and Saturday, Feb. 20. Open volunteer positions include timers, ticket takers, runners and pass gate monitors. To register as a volunteer, call 636-279-8207 or email volunteer@stpetersmo.net.

Learn more about St. Peters volunteer opportunities

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