Creve Coeur Olivette Directory 2026

38 2026 | Creve Coeur Olivette Area Community Directory Olivette Boards and Commissions The City of Olivette provides a range of volunteer opportunities for residents interested in serving on various Boards and Commissions. These positions offer a chance to gain valuable experience, apply your skills and knowledge, and connect with others in the community. Missouri state law mandates that certain boards, such as the Planning and Community Design Commission, be established in every city. Other boards, which are not required by state law, are created through city ordinance. All members serve on a voluntary basis without compensation. Advisory boards make recommendations but have no authority to take final action, while independent boards operate independently from the Council. Over 70 dedicated citizens contribute their time and expertise to the city’s boards, commissions and committees, volunteering to improve the community. Getting involved in a board or commission is a great way to help shape the future of Olivette. Many openings are available, and we encourage you to consider joining. If you’re interested, please click the link below to begin the application process, which can be submitted online here: https://www.olivettemo.com/223/Boards-Commissions. PLANNING AND COMMUNITY DESIGN The Planning and Community Design Commission performs all duties of a Zoning or Planning Commission, including making reports and providing recommendations to the City Council regarding planning and zoning matters and the future development of the city. The Commission oversees the implementation and updates to the City’s Comprehensive Plan and Land Use Codes, including the Zoning Map, zoning regulations, subdivision ordinances, floodplain management, sign regulations, stream buffer protection regulations, Stormwater Management Plan, community design, redevelopment, fences and communication towers. ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT Prescribed under Missouri law, this Board hears and decides appeals where it is alleged there is error in any order, requirement, decision or determination made by a Building Official in the enforcement of the City’s Zoning Regulations. The Board also interprets the provisions of the City’s Zoning Regulations to carry out the intent and purpose of the Zoning Map, permit the reconstruction of a nonconforming building that has been destroyed or partially destroyed by fire of other act of God, and to authorize a variance where the strict application of any provision would result in peculiar any exceptional practical difficulties and particular hardship upon the owner of such property. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT The Economic Development Commission makes recommendations to the City Council regarding policies, regulations, marketing, development strategies and activities. These recommendations are made to retain and enhance the economic base of the City and articulate a vision of economic development with clearly defined goals and objectives for the City during a rolling five-year horizon. PARKS & RECREATION The seven-person Parks and Recreation Commission’s mission is to ensure that the City of Olivette has safe and engaging parks and recreation programs for its residents and patrons. The PARC advises the City Council on park and program policies and actively assists the Parks and Recreation Department with outreach, special events and park projects.