August 2, 2019 ~ Chamber, Local & Regional Business News
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Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) Comments Accepted Through August 5
East-West Gateway Council of Governments is developing the region’s next  Transportation Improvement Program (TIP)  and  Air Quality Conformity Determination (AQCD) . The TIP is a four-year schedule of all transportation projects in the region receiving federal dollars. The AQCD is an analysis to demonstrate that future emissions from transportation projects and program in the TIP fall within federal and state air quality implementation plans.

The draft version of the 2020-2023 TIP and related air quality documents is available on the East-West Gateway’s website and open for public comment from June 28 through August 5.
 
Millions of dollars are programmed for important surface transportation projects in St. Charles County and local municipalities.   Click here to access a complete list of the projects in the region.  You can view a list of the projects for St. Charles County by clicking on St. Charles County and each of the municipalities in St. Charles County.

Please take time to comment via email at tip@ewgateway.org - be sure the subject line contains "TIP Comments."

We encourage you to show your support for the following major surface transportation projects in the eastern portion of St. Charles County included in the draft FY 2020-2023 TIP :

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I-70 OVER MISSOURI RIVER - BRIDGE REHAB (EB) MO 364 - JUNGS STATION TO MO RIVER - STRIPING
Estimated Project Cost: $45,353,000

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I-70 AT MO 94 (FIRST CAPITOL DR) - CONVERT INTERCHANGE TO DIVERGING DIAMOND - Estimated Project Cost: $2,610,745

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I-70/I-70 OUTER ROAD - CAVE SPRINGS TO FAIRGROUNDS - CORRIDOR IMPROVEMENTS
Estimated Project Cost: $35,738,000

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MO 94/MO 364 AT MUEGGE RD - INTERCHANGE RECONFIGURATION - ELIMINATE SIGNAL - ADD LANES
Estimated Project Cost: $15,304,000

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MO 364 W/O HERITAGE CROSSING - NEW WB ON/OFF RAMP
Estimated Project Cost: $2,808,000

MO 364 AT GUTERMUTH RD - NEW INTERCHANGE
Estimated Project Cost: $6,000,000

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MO 370 AT SALT RIVER ROAD - NEW INTERCHANGE - WB AND SB
Estimated Project Cost: $3,304,748
Help St. Charles County Become a "Work Ready Community"
Thanks to your support, St. Charles County is getting closer to our certification as a “Work Ready Community” which will help us attract and retain businesses.

Your continued support is needed. We have just found out that  EVERY  company counts as 1 whereas before a company with less than 4 employees was only counted as .25.   BUT  you will need to pledge again.

PLEASE take a moment to pledge again : https://www.workreadycommunities.org/business/form

If you have never pledged, please consider doing so. Employers embracing a common language around workforce skill requirements is a crucial part of the Work Ready Communities effort. Community goals include a measure of business engagement. It takes less than 5 minutes.
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EPC is having a Back To School sale Saturday August 3rd

EPC is having a Back To School sale Saturday August 3rd, 2019, 15% off Refurbished - Computers, Laptops, iPads and more. Free food and drinks. Drive up Electronic Recycling. Register for free drawing of an iPad or Laptop. Check out the attached...

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St. Charles Convention Center has new GM

Kathleen McAlpine was hired by Spectra as general manager of the St. Charles Convention Center. McAlpine brings more than 30 years of experience to the role. Most recently she served as general manager of the Las Cruces Convention Center in Las...

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How To HR In A Growing Company - A Guide For Every Size...

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St. Charles County Connection - July 2019

Before sharing the Top 5 Things to Know About St. Charles County for this month, we want to make certain those affected by the flood receive this important information on debris pickup, federal assistance and damage assessment: Flood Debris...

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How to Know When You Should See a Physical Therapist

If you're an active person, chances are you may want to see a physical therapist at some point. Many factors go into how likely that might be, but even minor aches and pains can sneak up on the best of us. Thankfully, pain often comes and goes,...

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City of St. Peters Economic Update

Check out the July 2019 Economic Update from the City of St. Peters.

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Foundry Art Centre Artist Spotlight: Sofi Seck, Building ...

As you approach Studio 14 of the Foundry Art Centre, you see something completely different. Colorful, woven baskets sit on display and decorative bowls line the walls. There is a divider separating a portion of the room where the artist is at...

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Saint Charles, Missouri - City Government

Don't Invite Mosquitos to the Party! Be sure to empty out kiddie poo... ls and other areas that can hold water when they're not in use. For more prevention tips, visit our website: https://www.stcharlescitymo.gov/mosquit...

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Wentzville wins 'boomtown' title for Missouri cities

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A New Study of 2.5 Million Teams Says Doing 5 Things...

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5 New Social Media Platforms Marketers Should Watch in 2019

When you visit the App Store or Google Play and search "social media," there are hundreds of apps to choose from. But, as the pool of social platforms grows, will any of them really change the game for marketers this year? The truth is, probably not.

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Blues & BBQ

#SCCMOParks is celebrating summer with a free outdoor concert and family entertainment! Stop by Blues and BBQ at the Heritage Museum Friday, Aug. 9. (link: http://bit.ly/2019BluesandBBQattheMuseum) bit.ly/2019BluesandBB…

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Upcoming Chamber Events
Biz Brew - August 2019 - DeRienzo's Pizza & Pub

BIZ BREW - Serving straight up business and spirited conversation. Come and enjoy beverages, snacks and engaging discussions with fellow chamber members and guests. * *Always remember to bring lots of your business cards to pass around.

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Lunch with Leaders - August 2019 - City of St. Peters Update

Previously known as our General Membership Meeting, this luncheon is our format for connecting you with business community leaders.

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August OPO Tech Talk: Digital Photography + Photo Contest

Hear from a panel of industry experts on all things digital photography! There will also be a photo contest with prize money! Contest details below! Timeline: - 5:30pm Pizza, Beer & Networking - 6:00pm Panel Discussion - 7:00pm Photo Contest...

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Manufacturing Day
This year's St. Charles County Manufacturing Day will be held on Tuesday, October 1. This event is a partnership between the St. Charles Community College, St. Charles County Business and Workforce Development, O'Fallon Chamber of Commerce & Industries, Greater St. Charles County Chamber of Commerce, and several local manufacturers. We are seeking sponsors, manufacturers to participate in the Mfg Day Expo, manufacturers willing to provide tours to students, and volunteers.



For volunteer information, contact Terry McCrum at 636.946.0633 or Terry@GSTCCC.com.
View what St. Charles County Manufacturers and Students said about 2018 Mfg Day
How to host a Mfg Day Tour at your Manufacturing Facility
Member Visits
Craving the Curl

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Dogtopia

Dogtopia is an open-play facility designed with the busy dog owner in mind. Services include dog daycare, but also overnight boarding and spa services. Call them at 636-321-3245 or stop in to see them at 6140 Mid Rivers Mall Drive.

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Ribbon Cuttings
Main Street General Store Celebrates Grand Opening with...

Co-Owners Mariah Echele and Dawn Wagner celebrated the grand opening of their new business, Main Street General Store with a ribbon cutting on Wednesday, July 31, 2019. Joining Mariah and Dawn were their family, friends and staff with the Greater ...

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Renaissance Plastic Surgery Celebrates 20th anniversary...

Dr. Mark Boschert, Dr. Stefan Craig and Dr. Paul Mills celebrated the 20th anniversary of Renaissance Plastic Surgery with a ribbon cutting on Thursday, August 1, 2019. Joining Drs. Boschert, Craig and Mills and their office and medical staff...

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