Eureka residents to vote on sales tax increase for public safety, flood prevention

Posted: Jan 30, 2018 9:41 PM CSTUpdated: Jan 30, 2018 10:53 PM CST

 Residents in Eureka will vote on a sales tax increase this April in an effort to raise money for public safety including flood prevention.

The Board of Alderman voted to put a half cent sales tax increase on the ballot for Proposition E. It would raise $1.38 million dollars a year for public safety. Eureka City Manager Craig Sabo said the funds would be used for a new police department, flood prevention and infrastructure.

Alderman Steve Grzyb supports Prop E but has concerns and abstained from the vote at the board meeting.

“It’s about accountability it’s not about Proposition E, I asked for a comprehensive plan, we haven’t had one since 2003,” said Grzyb.

Grzyb says there are several things that need that funding. He lives above Main Street and believes many would like to see it used to prevent future flooding.

Businesses have rebuilt and reopened after the 2017 flood. Currently the Army Corps of Engineers is working on studying what can be done to prevent future disasters.

Sabo says part of the hope for Prop E funds is that they will be used to secure additional federal and state grants for flood prevention and infrastructure. One thing many residents want to see fixed is the bridge at Allenton Road.

“If you don’t have a big truck you’re going to scrape your car. You can barely over the bridge, it’s a big pain,” said Nicholas Charlton who drives over the bridge.

Grzyb says that’s why a comprehensive plan is needed. He believes it would cost around $100,000.

“Here’s the question so if we have 20 million dollars over 20 years, is the first thing I’m going to fix going to be flooding? Is it going to be the bridge? Is it going to be traffic control because that’s crazy? Is it going to be a police department?” asked Grzyb.

The police department was built in the 1980s and according to Sabo, the police force has quadrupled while the population has tripled in those years. There is already a piece of property adjacent to the current property where a new department could be built.

It will be up to voters to decide on April 3.

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2018 Garage Sale and Swap Meet Saturday, Mar 3, 2018 At 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM

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2018 Garage Sale and Swap Meet Saturday, Mar 3, 2018 At 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM

  • Saturday, March 3 at 8 AM – 2 PM
  • Six Flags St. Louis Parking Lot 4900 Six Flags Rd Eureka, MO 63025

  •  Forms on website:
    eurekachamber.org

Details

You don’t want to miss out on this event! Mark your calendars for one of the largest events in the Midwest, The Eureka Chamber of Commerce Garage Sale & Swap Meet takes over the parking lot at Six Flags St. Louis to provide a one of a kind shopping experience. Over 600 vendors!
Vendor Spots available. Download form on the Eureka Chamber website or stop in the Eureka Chamber office to fill out a form.
For more information call 636-938-6062 or visit www.eurekachamber.org
Visit in person at 113 Hilltop Village Center Ste C
Eureka, MO 63025.
 

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A+
Overall Niche Grade

How are grades calculated?

  1. Public Schools
    A+
  2. Crime & Safety
    B-
  3. Housing
    A
  4. Nightlife
    B
  5. Good for Families
    A+
  6. Diversity
    B-

Real Estate

Median Home Value

$233,900

National

$178,600

Median Rent

$1,006

National

$928

Area Feel

Suburban
Rent vs. Own
  • Rent
    17%
  • Own
    83%

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  • 732 HILLTOP WOODS CT 
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    $419,900

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    EUREKA, MO

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Eureka Rankings

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  • Places with the Best Public Schools in Missouri
    18 of 257
  • Suburbs with the Best Public Schools in Missouri
    18 of 124
  • Best Places to Raise a Family in Missouri
    21 of 352

Crime & Safety

Crime & Safety
B-
Based on violent and property crime rates.
Violent Crimes
  • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
National
  • Assault
    56
    273
  • Murder
    9
    6
  • Rape
    19
    41
  • Robbery
    19
    133
Property Crimes
  • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
National
  • Burglary
    264
    525
  • Theft
    1,769
    2,081
  • Motor Vehicle Theft
    56
    263

Residents

Diversity
B-
Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
Median Household Income

$83,704

National

$53,889

Children
24%

Education Levels

National
  • Master’s degree or higher
    14%
    11%
  • Bachelor’s degree
    27%
    19%
  • Some college or associate’s degree
    30%
    29%
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  • A+

    Geggie Elementary School

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    • K-5
  • A

    Wildwood Middle School

    • Rockwood R-VI School District, MO
    • 6-8
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Garage Sale and Swap Meet Saturday, Mar 3, 2018 At 8:00 am – 2:00 pm

Garage Sale and Swap Meet Saturday, Mar 3, 2018 At 8:00 am – 2:00 pm
Six Flags St. Louis Parking Lot 4900 Six Flags Rd Eureka, MO 63025
Details

You don’t want to miss out on this event! Mark your calendars for one of the largest events in the Midwest, The Eureka Chamber of Commerce Garage Sale & Swap Meet takes over the parking lot at Six Flags St. Louis to provide a one of a kind shopping experience. Over 600 vendors!
Vendor Spots available. Download form on the Eureka Chamber website or stop in the Eureka Chamber office to fill out a form.
For more information call 636-938-6062 or visit www.eurekachamber.org
Visit in person at 113 Hilltop Village Center Ste C
Eureka, MO 63025.
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO AND FORMS FOR THIS EVENT

This event post is created and boosted by local Realtor Jamie Bone with Realty Executives Premiere. Jamie is not the host of this event but is helping spread the word for this event.
113 Hilltop Village Center Ste A
Eureka, MO 63025
Cell: 314-583-6288
Office: 636-777-2800
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Wildwood City Council votes to approve Hidden Valley zip line project POSTED 9:56 PM, JANUARY 22, 2018, BY KATHERINE HESSEL, UPDATED AT 09:55PM, JANUARY 22, 2018

WILDWOOD, MO –  The Wildwood City Council voted and passed an ordinance to allow the Hidden Valley Ski Resort to move forward on the installation of its controversial plan for a zip line project at the ski resort.

In a 13 to 3 vote the Wildwood City Council voted to approve the zip line with the recommendations given to them by the Planning and Parks Committee.

The zip line resolution the council voted on stated that the zip line to be open from 9 a.m. until sunset. It will operate for 12 months out of the year and Hidden Valley will move one of the lines further away from resident’s homes than initially planned.

For months the topic of allowing Hidden Valley to operate all year round with zip lines has been debated in the City of Wildwood.

The word most used before Monday’s night vote was “compromise”.

Hidden Valley said they compromised with residents by moving line four further away from homes and taking out their lights and PA system.

Residents said Hidden Valley is still violating noise regulations and building outside of permitted lines.

Tonight the city of wildwood will make their final decision on the fate of Hidden Valley @FOX2now

Annual Texas Hold Em tournament benefiting The Eureka Police Officers support fund

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“We are looking for donations for the Silent Auction at The 2nd annual “Big Dawg” Bo Matthews Poker Bash, February 25th Sponsored by Realty Executives Premiere and Brookdale Farms, benefiting The Eureka Police Officers Support Fund. Here are some ideas for great things to donate: Gift Baskets, iPad mini’s, Gift Certificates, Sports Memorabilia, Alcohol for the barrel of booze, small appliances, Blues tickets, Cardinals tickets, Xbox, Play Station, Concert Tickets or anything of value. Drop off at Realty Executives Premiere 113 Hilltop Village Center, Eureka MO 63025. Or call for pick up 314-650-8864. Thank you!”

Things To Do Near Eureka- Winter Break

-Six Flags

Holiday in the Park Makes It’s Magical Return!
Holiday in the Park – is back for select days from November 18-January 1 at Six Flags St. Louis. It’s the most magical time of the year filled with enchanting experiences that will help create those special family fun outings again and again. Our breathtaking winter wonderland features a variety of delightful and interactive activities to help capture the holiday spirit.Six Flags Holiday.jpg
Plan your trip

-HIDDEN VALLEY

17409 HIDDEN VALLEY DRIVE, WILDWOOD, MO 63025636-938-5373
Christmas Holiday Hours SAT, DEC 23 – WED, JAN 3
Contact Email: skihv@skihv.com
DISCOUNTED LIFT TICKETS FOR CHRISTMAS!
MONDAY DECEMBER 25TH – $35* (ALL DAY)
Always check the Snow Report before coming out to Hidden Valley for updates on snow and tubing conditions.   Skiing, snowboarding, and tubing are weather-dependent activities and conditions and hours are subject to change without notice.
Below is a list of hours for Holiday Break: December 23rd – January 3rd, 2018 . These hours are updated as much as possible throughout the season but are subject to change. Please check our Snow Report for details on daily operations or give us a call at (636) 938-6999 before visiting.
HOLIDAY HOURS
Christmas Hours
Skiing
Tubing
Saturday, December 23
10am – 10pm
12pm – 9pm
Sunday, December 24
9am – 4pm
10am – 4pm
Monday, December 25
4pm – 9pm
4pm – 9pm
Tuesday, December 26
9am – 10pm
10am – 9pm
Wednesday, December 27
9am – 10pm
10am – 9pm
Thursday, December 28
9am – 10pm
10am – 9pm
Friday, December 29
9am – 1am
10am – 12am
Saturday, December 30
9am – 1am
10am – 12am
Sunday, December 31
9am – 10pm
10am – 9pm
Monday, January 1
9am – 10pm
10am – 9pm
Tuesday, January 2
9am – 10pm
10am – 9pm
Wednesday, January 3
1pm – 10pm
CLOSED**
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
  • During holidays, bigger crowds and longer lines can be expected.
  • First Midnight Madness session begins Friday, December 29th. 
  • The Sunday Night Family Special is not available on Holidays. 
  • Other holiday periods include MLK Jan 13-15, 2018 & President’s Feb 17-19, 2018

ALL EVENTS ARE TENTATIVELY SCHEDULED  as they are contingent on weather conditions, snow quantity, and other important factors. We recommend all guests check our website and daily  SNOW REPORT  before visiting. Although every precaution is taken to ensure accuracy, errors or misunderstanding in price, quantity, and/or specifications may occur. We reserve the right to correct such errors without notice.

*Lift ticket only – Rental is an additional $31

December Rail Jam

FRI, DEC 29

Time: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Admission: $15
Contact Person: Maddison Haffer
Contact Email: mhaffer@skihv.com

COMPETITION & PRIZES​                                     

We will have a number of different categories, with awesome prizes for place winners and sweet giveaways all afternoon!

REGISTRATION

Registration can be done on event day in the lodge!

All competitors MUST have either a season pass or lift ticket in addition to entry cost.

Note: All Riders must sign a liability waiver in order to compete, Riders under 18 must have a parent/guardian sign the waiver. Waiver is available for download here

Entries are non-transferable and non-refundable

SCHEDULE

5:00 PM:     Registration opens
6:00 PM:     Start of Ski & Snowboard Rail Jam

Followed by Finals & Prizes, exact time TBD dependent on number of competitors and snow conditions

SPECTATORS

Event admittance is free and open to the public. Spectators will be able to view the event from a variety of locations both inside and outside our lodge. Spectators are welcome, and encouraged, to take photos and videos of the event, and can be shared via social media using the hashtag #hiddenvalleyjam.

Note: There is no foot traffic on the snow, anyone found violating this will be asked to leave the event

We will have food and drinks available in our Lodge, at the Bar and from our awesome sponsors!

BEER TASTING

For those 21+ our awesome sponsors will have sampling of Breckenridge Vanilla Porter from 5pm in the lodge!

 

THE MONSTER ENERGY TEAM WILL BE HERE FOR THE WHOLE EVENT WITH SOME BRAND NEW FLAVORS!!  

 


SPONSORSHIP

Interested in sponsoring an event at Hidden Valley? Contact Maddison at (636) 938 5373 ext. 3302

January College Week

MON, JAN 1 – THU, JAN 4

Time: 1:00 PM – 9:30 PM

Head to Hidden Valley Monday, January 1st – Thursday, January 4th and receive 50% off your Snow Pass and/or rental when you present a valid/current college ID*.

Click HERE for rates and hours.


*You must have a valid/current college ID & Drivers License.  Will not accept paper identification.

Learn to Ski Month

TUE, JAN 2 – WED, JAN 31

Time: 1:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Admission: $69
Website
Contact Email: skihv@skihv.com

JANUARY IS LEARN TO SKI MONTH AND HERE AT HIDDEN VALLEY WE ARE CELEBRATING BY OFFERING YOU AN AWESOME MIDWEEK SKI DEAL!

For only $69 online ONLY, you can buy an Adult Snow pass (ages 12 and over), ski rental & Beginner ski lesson.  Offer available Monday – Thursday*. That’s over 25% off regular prices!

Starts Tuesday, January 2nd.

Day session only, last lesson at 7pm Monday – Thursday.

Lesson Times: Monday – Thursday: 2pm, 5pm, 7pm

GET OUT ON THE SLOPES AND LEARN THE LIFETIME SPORT OF SKIING!

Click here to purchase online


*Excludes MLK Monday 1/15
Tickets on sale ONLINE only, sale begins January 1st 2018.
Ages 12 and over.

Midnight with The Point 105.7

FRI, JAN 5

Time: 8:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Admission: $10.57

IN 2018 WE WILL BE HOLDING EVERYONE’S FAVORITE EVENT! MIDNIGHT WITH 105.7 THE POINT.

The discounted tickets sell out every year so have your alarms set and your clicking finger ready!!

Tickets on sale, online only, the Monday before the event until sold out.

MIDNIGHT SKI/SNOWBOARD SESSION 8PM-1AM

  • $10.57 Lift Ticket* – Online Only

MIDNIGHT POLAR PLUNGE TUBING SESSION 8PM – 12AM

  • $10.57 Tubing Ticket (3 hour Session) – Online Only

*Ski/Snowboard rental additional $31 per person, per lift ticket.


Please note Lift & Tubing tickets will be available at regular rate at ticket windows.

Discount tickets are limited, first come, first served online. Purchase our online promotion will receive a $10.57 midnight lift ticket, 8pm-1am session (excludes rentals/lessons) to Hidden Valley Ski Area the day of the event (1/5/17) TICKETS ARE NON REFUNDABLE

Valid for Friday, January 5th, 2018 – Midnight Session 8pm-1am ONLY. Discount/promo tickets are online only. No discount tickets at HV ticket window day of event. These are first come, first served lift tickets with limited tickets being sold. Tickets purchased thru pre-sale online will be held at Hidden Valley for pick up.

Please bring identification & your order confirmation to the HV ticket windows for pick up.

TUBING CLOSES AT 12AM. Tubing 3 Hour Session starts 15 minutes after online ticket is redeemed at tubing ticket window. TICKETS ARE NON REFUNDABLE.

VALID DAY OF THE 105.7 The Point EVENT, Friday, January 5th, 2017 ONLY

Tubing tickets must be redeemed at the Polar Plunge tubing area ticket window only.
Ski/Snowboard tickets redeemed at main lodge ticket window only.

Tickets on sale, online only, the Monday before the event until sold out under Web Only Deals

College Wednesday

WED, JAN 10

Time: 1:00 PM – 9:30 PM

Head to Hidden Valley EVERY Wednesday from January 10th on-wards and receive 50% off your Snow Pass and/or rental when you present a valid/current college ID*.

Click HERE for rates and hours.


*You must have a valid/current college ID & Drivers License.  Will not accept paper identification.

Martin Luther King Holiday Hours

FRI, JAN 12 – MON, JAN 15

Contact Email: skihv@skihv.com

 

MLK WEEKEND IS A POPULAR TIME TO VISIT HIDDEN VALLEY. WHAT BETTER WAY TO SPEND YOUR 3 DAY WEEKEND THAN ON THE SLOPES WITH YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS!

Always check the Snow Report before coming out to Hidden Valley for updates on snow and tubing conditions.  Skiing, snowboarding, and tubing are weather-dependent activities and conditions and hours are subject to change without notice.

Below is a list of hours and rates for MLK Holiday: January 13-15, 2018

MLK WEEKEND HOURS Skiing Tubing
Friday, January 12 1pm – 1am 5pm – 12am
Saturday, January 13 9am – 1am 10am – 12am
Sunday, January 14 9am – 1am 10am – 12am
Monday, January 15 9am – 10pm 10am – 9pm