Citizens For Responsible Development is a grassroots group of St. Charles citizens who came together in opposition to a proposed development along the Fox River at the site of the old police station.

Since defeating that project in Dec 2022, we have a continued mission to engage the citizens in our local community to actively participate in the decision process toward responsible development along our riverfront.

CFRD believes the Fox River is the crown jewel of our city. Our core beliefs center on responsible development along the riverfront.

Ekwabet watching over the Fox River. Ekwabet means "watching over" . CFRD is taking his role seriously

Our core beliefs are rooted in responsible development along the Fox River:

all development projects in downtown St. Charles should be self-funded
public land is not given away for free
that future developments enhance citizen interaction
that future developments maintain the charm of the downtown area.
We also strive to ensure that developments maintain or enhance the quality of life in the nearby neighborhoods.

Citizens For Responsible Development Endorses David Pietryla for a second term as the 4th Ward City Council member."

David was instrumental in defeating the Frontier Development Project at the old police station site. He has a record of voting for thoughtful and responsible development and listens to his constituents. David supported and approved a pedestrian biking and walkabily study. He supports diverse businesses in downtown and throughout the city, along with keeping the historical charm of downtown. He voted against property tax increases. You can learn more about what David believes in and has accomplished at dave4stc.com

CFRD Endorse candidates Jessica Bridges of the 1st Ward and Art Lemke of the 2nd ward

Both Art and Jessica support our core values to protect the historic charm of our downtown.

VOTE FOR DAVID PIETRYLA - FOURTH WARD CITY COUNCIL!

Endorsed by the Daily Herald – “Pietryla has served thoughtfully and diligently and he is well prepared to build on what he has seen and...

Why we (The CFRD) support David Pietryla for City Council

In what would normally be an unremarkable race for city council in St. Charles’ Fourth Ward, there is a battle going on that has...

FRONTIER DEVELOPMENT WANTS TO WALL OFF THE RIVERFRONT

This is the view of the river looking west from the corner of State Avenue and Third Avenue on the east side. State Avenue provides a...

FRIENDS OF THE FOX RIVER – WE THANK YOU!

On November 14, 2022, the Citizens for Responsible Development invited Gary Swick, President of Friends of the Fox River (shown in the...

WHO IS WATCHING OVER OUR RIVERFRONT?

On November 7, Mayor Vitek opened the city council meeting by recognizing National Native American Heritage Month and making special...

DON’T ALLOW FRONTIER DEVELOPMENT TO TEAR DOWN THIS BUILDING!!

This historic building is St. Charles’ first City Hall. In 1892, Mayor Arthur A. Bennett purchased the property from Bela Hunt on behalf...

RESPONSE TO MAYOR VITEK'S DECISION TO REVISIT REVIEW PROCESS FOR POLICE STATION SITE

On Friday October 28, 2022, Mayor Vitek announced that she is “revisiting the review process” for the riverfront police station site. ...

THE PRIDE OF THE FOX

WE ARE THE RESIDENTS, TAXPAYERS AND VOTERS OF THE CITY OF ST. CHARLES, AND WE WANT OUR CITY COUNCIL TO LISTEN TO US! WE LOVE OUR...

WHAT ABOUT THE FOX RIVER?

The Frontier Development riverfront proposal is potentially devastating to the Fox River. The river and surrounding watershed is home to...

Mayor Vitek, you wanted community feedback on development. Do you hear us???

Politicians at all levels should listen to their constituents – that’s a big part of their job. During her mayoral campaign just last...

CAN FRONTIER DEVELOPMENT AFFORD THIS PROJECT??

By its own admission, this is the largest project Frontier Development has ever undertaken. That’s why they brought in Chicago developer...

Frontier Development is Asking for TOO MUCH from the city and taxpayers!

The Frontier Development Group submitted a proposal for an enormous development project on Riverside Ave north of Main St., where the old...

CFRD believes the Fox River is the crown jewel of our city. Our core beliefs center on responsible development along the riverfront.

Citizens For Responsible Development Endorses David Pietryla for a second term as the 4th Ward City Council member."

CFRD Endorse candidates Jessica Bridges of the 1st Ward and Art Lemke of the 2nd ward

SIGN THE PETITION HERE:
https://chng.it/DX8fv2WSB8

Come to the Next Planning and Development Meeting Nov. 14th 7pm
2 E. Main St.
City Hall

Subscribe Form

Let’s Connect

CFRD believes the Fox River is the crown jewel of our city. Our core beliefs center on responsible development along the riverfront.

Citizens For Responsible Development Endorses David Pietryla for a second term as the 4th Ward City Council member."

CFRD Endorse candidates Jessica Bridges of the 1st Ward and Art Lemke of the 2nd ward

SIGN THE PETITION HERE: https://chng.it/DX8fv2WSB8 Come to the Next Planning and Development Meeting Nov. 14th 7pm 2 E. Main St. City Hall

Subscribe Form

Let’s Connect

SIGN THE PETITION HERE:
https://chng.it/DX8fv2WSB8

Come to the Next Planning and Development Meeting Nov. 14th 7pm
2 E. Main St.
City Hall