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Horticulture, Ecology & Beautification Committee
Overview
The committee consists of 7 to 9 members. Membership applications are kept on file. Apply online today.
The mission of the Horticulture, Ecology and Beautification Committee is to encourage the City and its residents to plant, beautify and maintain all public and private spaces in an environmentally sustainable manner. Primary responsibilities include:
- Advise City Council, Boards, Commissions and staff on issues related to horticulture and beautification such as green space design and plantings in public area
- Monitor and advise the City regarding its compliance with the Tree Preservation Ordinance (Ordinance 1899, November 10, 1997)
- Encourage and support the City’s compliance as a Tree City U.S.A. by serving as the City’s Tree Board
Previous agendas and meeting minutes are available online for review.
To find out more about the roles and guidelines of appointed and elected City positions, read A Citizens Advisory Guide to Boards, Committees and Commissions.
Members
- Mara Berry, Chair
- Claire Chosid, Vice Chair
- Fran Cantor, Committee Member
- Paulette Pierson, Committee Member
- Dorothy Hancock, Committee Member
- Rachel Eilbott, Committee Member
- Gene Rovak, Committee Member
- David Hoffman, Council Liaison - Ward 3
Other Resources
- In the News: MDC recommends avoiding invasive Callery pear tree during spring planting — buy back events scheduled for April 18
- City of Creve Coeur Street Tree Program
- City of Creve Coeur Emerald Ash Borer Information
- Missouri Department of Conservation - Emerald Ash Borer CSI
- University of Missouri Extension - Missouri Emerald Ash Borer Program FAQs
- Recommended Plantings for Creve Coeur Residents
- Missouri Botanical Garden - Plant Finder
- Missouri Botanical Garden - Deer-Resistant Plants
- Missouri Prairie Foundation - Native Plant School Program
- St. Louis Audubon Society - Bring Conservation Home Program
- Suitable Replacements for Honeysuckle
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Janet Rueschhoff
Human Resources GeneralistPhone: (314) 872-2511
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Administration
Physical Address
300 N. New Ballas Rd.
Creve Coeur, MO 63141
Phone: (314) 872-2511Fax: (314) 872-2539