The Department of Community Development is now accepting applications to the Community Partnership Fund. This program offers $500 grants to community organizations for community improvement projects. Applications are due on July 21 and are available by clicking on the Application link following this announcement or by contacting Andrea Riganti at ariganti@ucitymo.org or
(314)505-8516: [Application...]

Please plan to participate in a new community engagement program to help define the future of U City schools, students and the community...July 15 thru December 4 at various times and locations. Syllabus attached. [Additional info...]

Your favorite summer music pastime is here. Featuring jazz, blues, swing, Motown and everything in between. Grab a friend, lawn chairs and a picnic - or stop by UCity restaurants before and after. Print and save the entire schedule: [Additional info...]

Always a summer favorite! Featuring marches, show tunes and big band music. Bring a friend, lawn chairs. Stop by Loop restaurants before or after the concert. Info: 314.862.8246. [Additional info...]

Everyone loves a good movie. Add the lure of the outdoors, friends and neighbors, a picnic basket and you've got a winner. 6/28 Jaws/Heman Park Pool; 7/26 Singin' in the Rain/Mooney Park. Details... [Additional info...]

Join friends and neighbors at UCity's 3rd annual citywide NNNO, 6-9pm Tuesday, August 5 at CentCom. Although participation is free, neighborhood groups should pre-register by August 1. [Additional info...]

More tornadoes occur in April and May than in any other month. Here are several tips and resources to help you stay aware and prepared. [Additional info...]

Our own 'extraordinary citizen,' Joe Edwards has received the 2008 Outstanding Missourian Award from State Rep.(D)Rachel Storch. Edwards is credited with a number of civic ventures, which make U. City such a fun place to live, work and play! [Additional info...]

Municipal Election Day is Tuesday, April 8. Attend a Candidates' Forum 7:15 Wed. 3/26 at UCity Library. Read what City Council Candidate have to say about their qualifications, and plans for U. City. [Additional info...]

In case of inclement weather, call the U. City Emergency Hotline: 505.8550. Check here to review AmerenUE tips and resources. [Additional info...]

Fresh from his wildly successful SoHo/NYC exhibit, Raymond Thomas (UCHS class of '84;) returns to area classrooms to share his award winning multi-media skills. Free reception 3/7. [Additional info...]

The U. City Citizens' Financial Advisory Task Force(CFATF) was established in June 2007. After an indepth study, its findings and recommendations are now available. Click here for details... [Additional info...]

On Saturday, February 9, two public places in University City were renamed for one of its finest citizens: the late Harriett F. Woods. [Additional info...]

Here's your online resource for City Council/Board & Commission meetings; Holidays/City Hall closings; special events; trash, recycling and leaf collections; City Services, community resources...more. [Additional info...]

Recycling just got easier for UCity residents. Single Stream (one-cart) recycling rolls out Nov. 5 with citywide completion targeted for spring 08. [Additional info...]

The American Planning Association (APA) has designated the exciting Delmar Loop as one of its select 10 Great Streets in America. It's part of APA's 2007 Great Places in America Program. Click here for details, other exceptional streets: [Additional info...]

Each year hundreds of pets and strays are caught in house fires and other disasters. Dog Scouts of American Troop #149 has given the gift of life to U. City. [Additional info...]

SAT. DEC. I: Don't miss the old-fashioned holiday lights, great shopping, and plenty of freebies for the entire family. It's all in the Delmar Loop - one of the 10 Great Streets in America. Right here in your U City! [Additional info...]

A U City housefire made national news when a firefighter used thermal imaging to rescued an infant. City Council and the equipment manufacturer recognized the entire crew at a public meeting. [Additional info...]

Green was selected from thousands of U.S. law enforcement officials to share best practices with crime-fighters in Africa. Twenty-year UCPD veteran shares trip of a lifetime. [Additional info...]

On 9/25, the U. City Park Commission unanimously approved naming a walking trail in Millar Park for former State Representative(D-MO) Betty L. Thompson. City Council approved the resolution October 1. [Additional info...]

Under the umbrella of its new Wellness Program, city administrators are focusing on housing, health, community service and transportation. [Additional info...]

UCFD hosts area firefighter training on combatting attic fires. While occupants usually escape, firefighters are not always to lucky. This will help. [Additional info...]

Refuse rates for city-operated services will increase by 6% in September 2007. This adds $5 to bi-annual bills for residential customers, or 83 cents per month. [Additional info...]

A variety of programs for all ages are available at Centennial Commons this summer. Register on-line or at Centennial Commons, 7210 Olive Blvd.
For more information, call 505-8625.