City of St. Louis
Recent News About City of St. Louis
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Senior property tax freeze credit applications closed for 2024
The last day to apply for the Senior Citizen Property Tax Freeze Credit was June 30, 2024. Over 5,500 senior citizens have applied for the credit. Processing the applications will continue for the next 30 to 60 days, and everyone who has applied will receive a letter from the Assessor's office informing them if they have been approved or not.
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St. Louis public safety dispatchers undergo essential Level Two certification training
The Department of Public Safety has announced that Public Safety Dispatchers level one are undergoing a mandatory two-week training program to advance their skills and achieve Level Two certification. This training is required within the first year of dispatcher service.
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St.Louis announces first recipients of2024 Neighborhood Transformation Grants
The City of St. Louis Community Development Administration (CDA) announced the first recipients of the 2024 Neighborhood Transformation Grants. These grants aim to foster community-driven development, expand affordable housing, build neighborhood capacity, activate vacant lots, and support the implementation of comprehensive neighborhood plans across St. Louis.
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St. Louis adjusts roll cart trash collection for Independence Day
The City of St. Louis Refuse Division has announced adjustments to the roll cart trash collection schedule in observance of Independence Day on Thursday, July 4, 2024.
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St. Louis establishes first Long-Term Revenue Advisory Council
Mayor Tishaura O. Jones signed Executive Order 80 today, establishing the first Long-Term Revenue Advisory Council for the City of St. Louis. The executive order created a twelve-member advisory board tasked with exploring and recommending strategies for long-term diversification, stability, growth, and sustainability of the city's revenue.
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Revolving loan fund approved to boost traffic safety in St. Louis
Today, the Board of Estimate and Apportionment granted final approval to an agreement to establish a revolving loan fund aimed at assisting low-income St. Louis City residents with the payment of personal property taxes, automobile tag fees, and auto insurance premiums. This initiative seeks to enhance traffic safety by reducing the number of expired temporary tags and uninsured motorists in St. Louis.
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St. Louis Lambert closes sale of $287M airport revenue bonds for capital improvements
St. Louis Lambert International Airport announced the closure of its sale of $287,360,000 Series 2024 A and B Airport Revenue Bonds today. The proceeds from these bonds will finance several capital improvements at the airport.
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St. Louis Lambert completes $287M bond sale for airport improvements
St. Louis Lambert International Airport has completed the sale of $287,360,000 in Series 2024 A and B Airport Revenue Bonds to support its capital improvement program. The funds will be allocated towards several key infrastructure projects.
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Avelo Airlines begins nonstop service from St. Louis to Southern Connecticut
Avelo Airlines will commence new nonstop service from St. Louis Lambert International Airport (STL) to Tweed-New Haven Airport (HVN) in Southern Connecticut on Thursday, June 13, 2024.
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St. Louis Lambert International Airport to hold full-scale emergency response drill
On Saturday, June 8, 2024, St. Louis Lambert International Airport (STL) will conduct a full-scale exercise on its grounds. The exercise will utilize Runway 11-29 on the airport's west side and will simulate an accident scenario where a plane ingests a drone during take-off.
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St. Louis adjusts trash collection schedule for Juneteenth observance
The City of St. Louis Refuse Division has announced an adjustment to the roll cart trash collection schedule in observance of Juneteenth Day on Wednesday, June 19, 2024.
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St. Louis announces extensive summer youth programs
The City of St. Louis has announced its summer youth programs and job opportunities aimed at engaging young people in safe and supportive environments throughout the summer.
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St. Louis installs first community Narcan box at Soulard Market
The City of St. Louis has installed its first Narcan distribution box at Soulard Market, an initiative led by the Department of Health's Behavioral Health Bureau. The box, stocked with several dozen doses of Narcan, was placed near the market's main entrance on May 22.
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St. Louis city agencies secure former hospital amid safety concerns
This morning, multiple St. Louis City agencies under the Department of Public Safety conducted a joint enforcement operation at St. Alexius Hospital - Jefferson Campus to clear and secure the privately owned facility, which has become a significant safety concern for the surrounding neighborhoods.
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St. Louis Office joins national network event focused on preventing gun violence
On May 22, 2024, staff from the Office of Violence Prevention (OVP), a division of the Department of Public Safety, will join other members of the National Offices of Violence Prevention Network (NOVPN) in an event hosted by the White House Office of Gun Violence Prevention. The focus will be on community violence intervention and collaborative efforts to build an ecosystem of Offices of Violence Prevention aimed at enhancing community safety.
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Save Lives Now! advisory council to hold first meeting on May 23
The first meeting of the new Save Lives Now! Advisory Council will be held on Thursday, May 23, from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Florissant Valley Branch of the St. Louis County Library, located at 195 S. New Florissant Rd, Florissant, MO 63031. The meeting is open to the public.
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St. Louis Office of Violence Prevention releases inaugural 2023 review
The Office of Violence Prevention (OVP) within the City of St. Louis' Department of Public Safety has released its inaugural 2023 review, highlighting significant strides in community safety and violence reduction efforts. Established in July 2022 under the leadership of Mayor Tishaura Jones, OVP is committed to creating safe, violence-free neighborhoods through community-centered approaches.
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St. Louis initiates comprehensive citywide transportation improvement plan
On May 21, 2024, Mayor Tishaura O. Jones announced the initiation of a comprehensive citywide plan aimed at enhancing transportation and mobility for residents and visitors in St. Louis.
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St. Louis launches effort towards comprehensive transportation improvement
Today, Mayor Tishaura O. Jones announced that her administration has embarked on crafting a comprehensive citywide plan to improve transportation and mobility for everyone living in or visiting St. Louis.
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St. Louis Department of Personnel launches Taleo to streamline hiring process
The City of St. Louis Department of Personnel has announced the launch of Taleo, an innovative applicant tracking system aimed at streamlining the hiring process and significantly reducing paper use. This digital platform is a testament to the city's commitment to environmental sustainability and operational efficiency.