They have their own agenda!
You have probably read or heard from some of the people who think it is terrible and embarrassing to the City when the City Council and the Mayor do not agree. Or when there is a disagreement among the Council members and/or City staff. I laugh when I hear from them.
That is politics and life. People are going to disagree. If we all agreed on everything where do you think our country would be today? We disagree with our spouse or significant other. We disagree with our boss and co-workers. Disagreements occur on a daily basis. Why would we expect our political leaders to never disagree and why would we want political leaders to always get along?
Those who complain want you to believe disagreement is bad for our City. Nothing could be further from the truth. They want you to believe such disagreement only happens in St. Charles and our elected leaders should be ashamed of themselves. Nothing could be further from the truth.
If they all agreed, why would we even need to elect people to office? Just let the City staff make all the decisions because we don’t want any disagreement.
Hundreds of decisions are made everyday that affect how we live our lives. What roads are going to be repaired? How much tax are we going to have to pay? What quality of water will be coming from our pipes? How is our sewage going to be disposed of? How are our tax dollars going to be spent? How much utility tax will we have to pay? Are we going to have sidewalks? What type of police protection will be available to us? What type of schooling will our children receive? Who will benefit from City contracts? Will we have a community center? Just to mention a few.
Can you imagine what would happen if there was no debate? If our leaders did not look at both sides of an issue before making a decision? Is that what you want from your government?
The people who have been complaining have their own agenda. An agenda they do not want you to be aware of.
For years, a group of people have been profiting from the actions and decisions made by our City government. But this is changing and they do not like it. They will do whatever they believe is necessary in their attempt to regain the control they once had over our City.
There are now five, sometimes six, sometimes seven, members of the City Council who represent the interests of the citizens of St. Charles. The special interests are bleeding and they do not like it. Do not let them fool you. The next time someone is disdainful of this publication or members of the City Council you can be sure they have a personal agenda which is probably detrimental to you and your neighbors.
HEARING SET FOR MAY 4TH
In case you missed the notice on the front page, the City Council Hearings regarding the alleged illegal signing of a contract with Express Scripts will be held on Wednesday, May 4th not the 5th as previously reported. The hearing will begin at 6pm in the City Council Chambers on the fourth floor of City Hall. It is an open hearing and the public is invited to attend.
The hearing will also be televised on Charter Cable Channel 20.
RED CROSS MOTHER’S DAY
The American Red Cross is offering a special card and commemorative Mother’s Day pin to all presenting blood donors now through Sunday, May 8. The cards and pins can then be given to mothers as gifts on Mother’s Day. To schedule an appointment call 1-800-GIVE LIFE.
REC-PLEX SUMMER CLASS REGISTRATION BEGINS SOON
It’s time to reserve your spot in a new class or program at the St. Peters Rec-Plex. The Rec-Plex offers swimming, ice skating, fitness, weight training and many other classes. St. Peters residents and Rec-Plex passholders may sign up for classes in person, online or by phone beginning on May 2. The rest of the general public may begin registering for classes beginning May 7.
HOME & GARDEN SHOW THIS WEEKEND
The Home Builders Association Home and Garden Show will be this weekend at the new St. Charles Convention Center. This is a great opportunity not only to visit with the many vendors but to also see the new convention center.
LOOKING FOR A CHARITY
Several people who make a practice of visiting many of the local trivia nights have decided they would like to host one. They want to do it as a fund raiser for a deserving charity. If you have a charity you would like them to consider please call the First Capitol News and let us know. We will put them in touch with you.
St. Peters Looking For Artists
St. Peters Community & Arts Center invites artists, amateur and professional, to enter the Center's first Wildlife Art Show and competition. Receiving for this unique competition is scheduled for July 19-20 with an awards reception on July 24. All competition entries will be displayed at the St. Peters Community & Arts Center from July 24 - Aug 15.
All entries should be works completed within the last three years. Adult Community & Arts Center members may enter up to three pieces for the $15 entry fee. All other adults may enter up to three pieces for an entry fee of $20. Adult categories include: Woodcarving, Sculpture, Drawing, Painting and Photography. For entry rules and information call 636-397-6903.
KATIE MELODY KASPRZYCKI
A baby girl was born to Valerie and Joe Kasprzychi on March 28 at 2:14am at Crossroads regional Medical Center. Katie weighed 6 pounds 4 ounces and was 20 inches long. Mother and baby and father are all doing well.
