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City of St. Louis seeks food vendors for government buildings
The City of St. Louis has initiated the process of reintroducing food vendors to two prominent government buildings: City Hall and 1520 Market Street. The Comptroller's Office is currently seeking proposals from vendors, aiming to bring multiple vendors into each space for a food hall experience similar to those found on many college campuses. Alternatively, the City would consider one operator capable of delivering a food court experience with a variety of offerings. Proposals for creative concepts are encouraged.
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St.Louis faces excessive heat warning until Thursday
The National Weather Service in St. Louis has issued an Excessive Heat Warning for the City of St. Louis, effective through 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, August 1. The region is expected to experience dangerously high temperatures with heat index values reaching up to 114 degrees. These conditions increase the risk of heat-related illnesses.
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City of St. Louis re-opens Senior Tax Freeze applications
The City of St. Louis has re-opened applications for the Senior Tax Freeze following Governor Mike Parson's signing of Senate Bill 756, which expands eligibility for the credit. The application window will remain open until August 31, 2024.
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Mayor Jones signs bill modernizing Complete Streets policies
Today, Mayor Tishaura O. Jones was joined by Ald. Anne Schweitzer and other members of the Board of Aldermen as she signed BB 51, modernizing the City's Complete Streets policies.
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St. Louis extends pool hours through mid-August
The City of St. Louis Department of Parks, Recreation, and Forestry announced today that all city outdoor pools will remain open from noon to 6 p.m. daily through Sunday, August 18.
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Fitch upgrades St. Louis City's credit rating to 'AA
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (St. Louis - July 25, 2024) - Comptroller Darlene Green announced today that Fitch rating agency has upgraded St. Louis City's credit rating to 'AA'. "This rating comes as good news to the City as we fight hard to practice good fiscal and budgeting policies. The rating upgrade cites the financial resilience of the city as a factor," said Green.
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Comptroller opposes proposed charter changes citing financial concerns
Comptroller Darlene Green issued a statement on July 24, 2024, regarding proposed charter changes presented in nine Board Bills: BB 30, BB 60, BB 61, BB 71, BB 72, BB 73, BB 75, BB 76, and BB 77. The changes have been submitted by both the charter commission and the board of aldermen.
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Charter commission revises proposal after public feedback
The Office of the Comptroller was featured in two recent news articles regarding the City's Charter Commission proposal.
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St. Louis maintains strong credit ratings through robust fiscal management
The city of St. Louis has maintained a strong credit rating for 30 years, attributed to its robust fiscal management and budgeting policies. Comptroller Darlene Green emphasized the importance of protecting the city's credit rating amidst proposed charter changes that she argues could undermine these financial safeguards.
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St. Louis maintains strong credit ratings amid fiscal challenges
The city of St. Louis has maintained a good credit rating for 30 years due to its strong fiscal management and budgeting policies. Comptroller Darlene Green emphasized the importance of protecting the city's credit, stating, "Protecting and maintaining the city's good credit is hard work; that's why I'm fighting so hard against these misguided charter changes that would damage the city's credit." She further explained that the proposed charter changes could undermine the financial practices necessary to maintain the city's credit rating.
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St. Louis officials take steps towards acquiring Railway Exchange Building
Mayor Tishaura O. Jones, along with the Department of Public Safety (DPS), St. Louis Development Corporation (SLDC), and Greater St. Louis Inc. (GSL), has taken steps to secure and stabilize the Railway Exchange Building in Downtown St. Louis.
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Mayor Jones inaugurates new sports facilities at Marquette Park
Today, Mayor Tishaura O. Jones, accompanied by 3rd Ward Alderman Shane Cohn, City staff, Allies of Marquette Park, Dutchtown Main Streets, Show Me Peace, and neighborhood residents, inaugurated the renovated basketball courts and new pickleball courts in Marquette Park.
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St. Louis launches Friendly Streets initiative to enhance transportation infrastructure transparency
The City of St. Louis has introduced a new interactive map and web page named Friendly Streets, aimed at providing residents with accessible information on the estimated costs, timelines, and features of ongoing and upcoming infrastructure projects totaling over $300 million.
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Mayor Jones undergoes routine colonoscopy procedure
Mayor Tishaura O. Jones has taken an important step to manage her health by undergoing a colonoscopy procedure.
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Mayor Jones to undergo routine colonoscopy procedure
Mayor Tishaura O. Jones is scheduled to undergo a routine colonoscopy procedure on July 16, 2024, as part of her health management efforts.
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St. Louis prepares for dense urban terrain emergency exercises from July 15-17
The City of St. Louis Emergency Management Agency, in collaboration with several city agencies, will participate in three days of disaster response training exercises from July 15 to 17. The multi-day event allows local and military emergency responders to coordinate, deploy, and mitigate dangerous scenarios in the aftermath of a catastrophic disaster.
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St. Louis schedules additional siren testing following reported issues
Following several reports of Outdoor Warning System sirens not sounding during the monthly test on July 1, 2024, the City of St. Louis Emergency Management Agency (CEMA) plans to conduct additional testing of the siren system on Thursday, July 11, 2024, between 8:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. The agency will announce to residents that it is only a test. Sirens are typically tested on the first Monday of every month, weather permitting. The monthly test may be canceled on the morning of the first Monday if there is potential severe weather or if weather conditions may cause confusion...
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City moves forward with proposed charter amendments
The recommendations made by the nine-member committee mark the city's latest effort to update the charter since its adoption in 1914. On Monday, commission members approved proposals that would establish an Office of the Public Advocate, change the timing of general municipal elections, give the Board of Aldermen enhanced authority in the budget process, merge city departments to form a Department of Transportation, and modernize language in the charter.
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Traffic study on Jamieson Ave aims to improve safety and reduce speeding
Alderman Oldenburg initiated a traffic study along Jamieson Ave. from Chippewa to Hampton to address speeding and erratic driving behavior in the corridor, complementing the scheduled repaving of the area. The study examined the feasibility of a road diet and implementing a protected bicycle lane to reduce speeds and enhance safety for all users on Jamieson Ave.
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St. Louis Comptroller warns against proposed charter changes impacting financial oversight
Comptroller Darlene Green issued a statement on July 1, 2024, regarding proposed charter changes that would eliminate the independent elected comptroller and the Board of Estimate & Apportionment (E&A). According to Green, these changes would significantly undermine the city's financial structure, weaken checks and balances, and reduce transparency.