Hello! My name is Steve Koskela. I am running for O’Fallon City Council Ward 3 on April 5, 2022. I want to share a little bit about myself, so you can get to know a little about who I am, and what matters to me. I’d love the same opportunity to get to know you! You can reach out to me at friendsforstevekoskela@gmail.com, or here anytime!
I have been an O’Fallon resident since my family moved here in 1999. I am a graduate from Fort Zumwalt West in 2002. Since moving here, I have seen the vast changes and improvements within our community during its rapid growth.
I am married to my wife Jenni, of almost 14 years, and we have 3 smart, beautiful daughters. I currently live in the Countryshire Neighborhood off the ever-growing Paul Renaud Blvd. We enjoy our neighborhood and neighbors, and the opportunities our children have to safely play within our parks and community. We enjoy our parks and community, but most of all, we love our city.
I am currently the Product Manager at C. Bennett Premium Building supplies right here in O’Fallon. We are a family owned, premium materials supplier to home builders, residential customers, and commercial contractors. I have been in the construction and home renovation business locally, for a little over 13 years. I am in support of the responsible growth of our community.
With my experience in the industry, I will make responsible, effective decisions that are in the best interest of the city, the residents, and future residents coming to O’Fallon.
I live, work, and play in our city.
City Involvement:
I currently serve on the board of Adjustment for the City of O’Fallon as the vice chairperson. I have been a board member since October of 2019. This position has given me the opportunity to listen to citizens of the city. Get to know what they want from their closest officials. Forming educated, sensible decisions while listening to city staff and citizen presentations on variance requests has been extremely important to me.
In 2021, the City of O’Fallon launched the CPAC. The Comprehensive Planning Advisory Committee. I was honored to serve as the vice chairperson for the committee alongside other selected citizens of the community. The objective of the CPAC was to formulate an in-depth full scope plan for the City of O’Fallon for the next 10 years. Looking at possible growth locations, park locations, and traffic control has me excited for our city’s future!
In 2020, the city of O’Fallon proposed a special use tax for the ballot known as Prop 1. This ballot measure was to increase funding for the City of O’Fallon police department. I was happy to serve on the committee supporting this ballot measure known as Prop1-Back the blue, as the committee treasurer. Safety in our streets, our officer’s safety, and the safety of our residents is of the utmost importance. Since the passage of Prop 1, we have a better funded police department that has continued to keep O’Fallon safe, and secure.
I recently completed my 3rd term on the Board of Directors for the Countryshire neighborhood, as President of the HOA. Sensible decisions regarding budget, contract negotiations, indentures, and contractor selection for a large community in Ward 3 were daily tasks. Many trying decisions had to be made regarding costs of services caused by the pandemic.
These have all been learning experiences that developed skills I will carry with me forever and utilize as I continue serving the city of O’Fallon.
If there is anything else you would like to know about me, please ask. I am about as approachable as anyone can be. I love people, I love company, and I love being part of a team. If you see me out enjoying our great community, say hi! I will have a conversation with anyone, listen to you, and help in every way I can.
Thank you for your support,
Steve Koskela
For contribution to campaign:
Friends For Steve Koskela
72 Old Country Ct
Lake St. Louis Mo 63367
friendsforstevekoskela@gmail.com
