City of Clayton

Complete charter amendment documents are available at City Hall (10 N. Bemiston Ave) and online. Read the redline and clean versions before finding it on the November 4 ballot: www.claytonmo.gov/CharterAmendment2025

Join us in Shaw Park on Friday, October 17, for Part in the Patch! Clayton Parks and Brentwood Parks And Recreation have planned a fantastic, fun-for-the-whole-family event you won't want to miss!

Learn more and grab your tickets: https://cityofclayton.info/3KD3EzR

Q: What's better than a Block Party?
A: A Block Party ...with costumes.

We'll be in Ward III for a 🍂 🎃 seasonally-themed Block Party 🎃 🍂 on Thursday, October 9. You don't want to miss it!

More details: www.ClaytonBlockParty.com

🔥 Clayton Fire Department Open House! 🔥🚒
Bring the family for a behind-the-scenes look at your fire department. Tour the station, meet our firefighters, check out the fire trucks, and enjoy fun activities for all ages.
📅 Date: Saturday, October 4th, 11 am to 2 pm
📍 Location: Clayton Fire Department

Looking for more ways to support our regional pollinators beyond #LightsOutHeartland?

Find the native plants that pollinators love to plant your garden, mindful of the vital work of monarch butterflies, native bees, and other pollinators.

https://short.mdc.mo.gov/4sL

TOMORROW (9/24) is Clayton's Bow Wow BBQ from 5:30 to 7:30 pm!

Check out the dog park even if you're not a member! It's also the perfect time to renew your membership!

More info: https://www.facebook.com/events/1148805437086427

If you notice a natural gas smell, Spire can assist.

The utility addressed concerns this morning and encouraged residents to reach out with questions: "Even if someone is unsure that what they smell is gas, the best thing to do is call us to check it out."

https://www.spireenergy.com/contact-us

Last night's Plan Commission/ARB meeting recording is available online.

Visit the City of Clayton's YouTube channel to catch up on this meeting and more:
https://cityofclayton.info/4gtos8U

The Clayton Citizens Police Academy is an 8-week interactive program that offers a behind-the-scenes look at modern law enforcement, from patrol procedures to crime scene investigation. Next session starts 10/9! Register online: https://www.claytonmo.gov/CitizensAcademy

Starting Wednesday, 9/17, at 9am, the alley between N Bemiston Ave. & S Central Ave., just south of 9 N Bemiston Ave. will be closed to eastbound public traffic due to construction. Local traffic retains access (see map for details).

The work should take about 10 working days, weather permitting.

What can you do to support Lights Out Heartland?
Check out our tips for reducing light pollution at home. Every step helps!

Learn more: www.claytonmo.gov/LightsOutHeartland

During spring and fall migration seasons, millions of birds travel through the Mississippi River corridor at night. Lowering light pollution helps provide safe passage for these migrations! Even the iconic Gateway Arch is doing its part by going dark this month: https://cityofclayton.info/42iLgCc

Get to know Clayton's Parks even better as you explore each green space in our city, discover the scavenger hunt locations, and collect them all! The Parks Scavenger Hunt runs now through September 22!

More information: https://cityofclayton.info/3I9NcGi

September ushers in the Fall edition of Clayton City Views!

Dive into the newest updates from Clayton’s departments, discover exciting ideas for your fall family adventures, and so much more—available online now.

Read what's going on in Clayton: bit.ly/Fall2025CityViews

Didn't make it to last night's Plan Commission/ARB meeting?

Catch up online: https://youtu.be/uyjFR_Jm1A0

Plan ahead for your weekend travels! Know which parts of downtown Clayton will be especially busy and what roads will be closed to traffic for the St. Louis Art Fair.

Experience the best of fall in Clayton! September is filled with exciting, family-friendly events you won't want to miss. Discover everything we have planned and secure your spot on the calendar—see you there!

Get all the event details at www.claytonmo.gov/events

Last one in's a rotten egg!

Today's your last chance to swim at SPAC until next summer. Make the most of your Labor Day Monday and get out for some pool time!

Happy Labor Day! Clayton city offices are closed today as we take time to celebrate the hard work of our team and employees everywhere. We will be back on Tuesday!

Love always finds its way—and magic is about to arrive in Clayton’s Shaw Park!

Join St. Louis Shakespeare Festival in Clayton's Shaw Park on Wednesday, September 3, for "A Midsummer Night's Dream."

Learn more and RSVP here: https://cityofclayton.info/3V9JUps

Heads up, swimmers! It's your last chance of the season to cannonball, Marco Polo, and swim laps in the outdoor pool at Shaw Park Aquatic Center!

The pool at SPAC will be open through the long Labor Day weekend, but after Monday, September 1, it will be closed for the season.

Life is better with art.

Bring some art into your life (and maybe your home) when you visit downtown Clayton September 5-7 for the Saint Louis Art Fair!

Check out the artists and more details at https://www.saintlouisartfair.com/

Banish the Sunday Scaries and chill out at Musical Nights at Oak Knoll Park!

Wrap up your weekend with an outdoor concert and great company -- join us on Sunday at 5 pm. Don't forget your lawn chairs and picnic blankets (and baskets)!

More info: https://cityofclayton.info/4mwPgXO

The Shaw Park Aquatic Center will close to the public at 6:00 PM on Friday, August 22nd, for an employee appreciation event. We appreciate your understanding as we celebrate our dedicated staff!

In the spring and early autumn, millions of birds navigate through our area. Simple lighting changes can save their lives while saving you energy and money!

Learn more about Lights Out Heartland: www.claytonmo.gov/LightsOutHeartland