City of Crestwood Government

2025 Board of Aldermen

Government Center, 1 Detjen Drive, Crestwood, MO 63126

The City of Crestwood operates as a Charter City, governed by a Mayor and an eight-member Board of Aldermen. The Mayor is elected at-large, while two Aldermen represent each of the City’s four wards, ensuring local representation.

The Board of Aldermen typically meets at 7 p.m. on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month, with a modified summer and holiday schedule, to discuss policies, approve budgets, and make key decisions. Residents are encouraged to attend and participate.

Crestwood also has boards and commissions focused on areas like city planning, parks and recreation, and public safety. Residents interested in serving can apply through the Board and Commission volunteer form.

For transparency, residents can access meeting agendas, minutes, and government information through the Transparency Portal. Use the Ward Map to find your local representatives and stay informed.

  • Click here for agendas, minutes and recordings of board meetings.
  • Click here to view the City's Strategic Goals & Priorities.

Mayor of Crestwood

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen set city policies and ordinances. Elected at-large for a three-year term (with a limit of three consecutive terms), the Mayor plays a key leadership role. 

Mayoral Responsibilities

  • Presides over Board of Aldermen meetings
  • Oversees City affairs and policy implementation
  • Appoints the City Administrator, Municipal Judge, and City Attorney (with Board approval)
  • Chairs the Ways and Means Committee and oversees the budget
  • Directs Emergency Management efforts
  • Appoints members to Boards and Commissions 
  • Issues proclamations and letters
  1. Jesse Morrison

    Jesse Morrison

    Ward 1 Alderman

  1. Jim Zavist

    Jim Zavist

    Ward 1 Alderman

  1. Michael Balles

    Michael Balles

    Ward 2 Alderman

  1. Rebecca Now

    Rebecca Now

    Ward 2 Alderperson

  1. Greg Hall

    Greg Hall

    Ward 3 Alderman

  1. Grant Mabie

    Grant Mabie

    Ward 3 Alderman

  1. Megan Gadallah

    Megan Gadallah

    Ward 4 Alderwoman

  1. John Sebben

    John Sebben

    Ward 4 Alderman

Ward Map

IMG_New Ward Map from 2020 Census