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Old Farm Estates Committees

 

Old Farm Estates has established committees to focus on key areas of responsibility within the neighborhood. The chairperson of most committees is an elected Trustee who volunteers to chair the committee. If a resident is interested in volunteering to serve on a committee, they should contact the committee chairperson. Volunteers are always welcome.

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Architectural Review Committee

Trustee Committee Chairs: Sam Craig & Steve Oscila

The purpose of the ARC is to ensure that the exteriors of OFE properties remain up to St. Louis County codes, the OFE Indenture of Restrictions, and of approved trustee guidelines (solar panels, fences, trailers). This committee reviews all architectural review applications, conducts on-site visits, and then, with an eye toward St. Louis County codes and the OFE indentures, makes a recommendation to the Board of Trustees on whether the application should be approved.ARC Information

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Communications Committee

Trustee Committee Chairs: Sara O'Neal & Pam Welker

The Board of Trustees is committed to providing various channels of communication for homeowners and the Board to share both general and time-sensitive information. This committee ensures residents are provided with easy access to stay in the know!​

  • Facebook Group: Our subdivision invites residents to join our private Facebook group where we share neighborhood news, safety updates, and engage as a strong community.

  • Gazette Newsletter: A semi-annual newsletter with updates on subdivision events and other relevant information. If you have a knack for writing and an interest in writing a community interest article, we welcome your participation.

  • Subdivision Meetings:

    • General Meetings:​ Open to all residents, this is a bi-annual, large meeting that provides general community updates. Notes are shared within our Old Farm Estates' Resident Information page. 

    • Monthly Trustee Meetings: The Trustees hold regular monthly meeting on the second Tuesday of the month at Holy Cross Lutheran Church. These meeting are open to all residents. The agenda is focused on specific topics.

  • Guide Book/Directory: An annual publication with subdivision information and a resident directory consisting of those who wish to be listed. Notes are shared within our Old Farm Estates' Resident Information page. 

  • Website: Visit often to stay connected and engaged, find information and resources, sync your personal digital calendar with our OFE calendar, or search who to contact if you have a question.

  • COMING SOON: NEW - OFE HOA Digital Communications - click here to OPT-IN now!

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Community Engagement Committee

Trustee Committee Chair: Deb Colonius

We take pride in fostering a sense of community spirit through planned activities for all residents, from the young to the retired. We welcome all who want to increase community engagement as we focus on developing and overseeing activities that appeal to a variety of neighbors of all ages. In addition to regular planning, many of these events require volunteers to help with set-up, signage, obtaining food, drinks, and prizes, or putting up decorations. For information about planned activities, consult the OFE calendar, event signage, or the private OFE Facebook group.

  • Annual Traditions: Egg Hunt, End-Of-School Pool Bash, 4th of July Parade, Flick & Float Nights, Trivia Night & Silent Auction, Fall Fest, Garage Sales

  • Occasional Events: Plant Swaps, Bake Sales, Adult Sip & Swims, Karaoke Night, Subdivision Renovation Tours

  • Welcome Committee: Welcome new residents and provide information about the subdivision.

  • Committee Partnership: Fundraising efforts in partnership with the Pool & Swim Team Committees: Occasional bake sale fundraisers and collaborative events (e.g., 4th of July party, trivia night).

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Finance Committee

Trustee Committee Chair: Chris Rife

Our Finance Committee is focused on developing the annual budget and calendar for Board approval, building the strategic plan based on relevant data including our 2023 reserve study, and ensuring the Indenture-required annual financial review is completed.​

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Neighborhood Preservation Committee

Trustee Committee Chair: Ric Benckendorf

This committee’s role is to maintain our common ground spaces (ball fields, playground, bike/hiking trail) and keep our streets and sidewalks in safe traveling condition. Focus areas include:

  • Gardening and Landscaping: Planting, weeding, and maintaining community gardens and green spaces.

  • Common Ground Enhancements: Assist in the planning and development of any new, approved common ground projects, including the trail, playground, and ballfield.

  • Streets / Sidewalks / Cul-de-Sacs: Volunteers to report street potholes, buckled sidewalks, or streetlamps in need of repair. Ideal for those who regularly walk or run in the neighborhood.

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Pool Committee

Trustee Committee Chairs: Deb Colonius, Sara O’Neal, Kathleen Owen

For many, the pool is a cherished amenity of OFE, drawing residents together with its inviting waters. Even for those who don’t swim, it’s a warm-weather place to relax and read or gather for communal spirit.


Understanding the significance of the pool and surrounding grounds, we prioritize its upkeep, ensuring it remains a pristine and safe environment for all to enjoy. By maintaining the pool, we aim to preserve its role as a vibrant centerpiece of our community, reflecting our commitment to enhance the quality of life for residents. As the pool season approaches and then again as it winds down, there are various tasks:

  • Pool Maintenance: Operate the pool in coordination with Midwest Pool Company; prepare the pool for opening in the spring and shut down in the fall; support the swim team; maintain and improve the pool-related assets; pool communications.

  • Spring: General grounds cleanup inside the pool gate; clean and weed flower and rock beds; clean and set out tables, chairs, and umbrellas; power wash concrete; weed concrete cracks and apply new caulk where needed; paint (bathroom/dressing and guard shack/concession areas); plant flowerpots; and more.

  • Fall: Empty flowerpots; return chairs to storage; assess condition of pool area furnishings; and more.

  • Committee Partnership: Fundraising efforts in partnership with the Engagement & Swim Team Committees: Occasional bake sale fundraisers and collaborative events (e.g., 4th of July party, trivia night).

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​Swim Team Committee

Committee Chairs: Kim Griffin, Jessica Kassing, Kari Schepker-Mueller, Greta Walton

The Old Farm Estates Swim Team is open to both OFE pool members and non-residents, ages 5 - 18, who can swim at least one length of the pool. Non-Residents need to purchase an Old Farm Swim Club Membership to participate. To learn more, visit the Swim Team page.


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