City of St. Charles: Electrical Demolition for City Centre Complex

February 20, 2026

Project Overview

Compass Electrical Solutions is proud to play a foundational role in the transformation of downtown St. Charles with the demolition and electrical preparation of the former City Hall building, clearing the way for the future City Centre Complex (C3) development.


Partnering with Kolb Grading, LLC, our team handled all aspects of the electrical demolition, making existing systems safe and removing critical infrastructure, including medium voltage feeders, to prepare the site for construction.


Project Scope & Highlights



  • Full Electrical Demolition – Safely removed and made-safe all existing electrical systems within the former City Hall.

  • Medium Voltage Demolition – Disconnected and removed aging medium voltage feeders, panels, and outdated switchgear.

  • New Infrastructure Installation – Furnished and installed new medium voltage feeders, panels, and switchgear to support ongoing site operations.

  • Crossover Execution – Completed electrical crossover to maintain continuity during demolition and transition phases.

Smart Office, Smarter Solutions

This project marks the first step in bringing the $85 million City Centre Complex to life—a voter-approved plan that includes:

  • A modern City Hall
  • A state-of-the-art Recreation Center
  • A dedicated Senior Center
  • A Four-Seasons Farmers Market

We’re honored to contribute to a development that blends innovation, functionality, and community impact—right in the heart of St. Charles, MO.


Partnering on complex civic infrastructure? Let’s power progress together.

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