Public Meetings - St Louis, Missouri

The Board of Estimate Apportionment convened a regular meeting on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, with all three members (Mayor Spencer, Comptroller Barringer, and President Green) present. The board approved seven agenda items regarding financial contracts, transfers, and personnel organizational changes, adjourned into a closed session for legal matters pursuant to Missouri revised statutes, and subsequently adjourned the public meeting. Consent Calendar - Items 1–7: The board unanimously adopted agenda items one through seven as presented by the Comptroller's Office and other departments. These items included: - Approval of contracts and leases from various city departments (Exhibit A). - Approval of intra-departmental and interdepartmental transfers (Exhibit B). - Approval of transfers between projects for capital improvement funds (Exhibit C). - Law Department organizational changes: deletion of one attorney position for the airport and one attorney position for SLDC; addition of three attorney positions for the airport, four attorney positions for SLDC, one government service administrator, and one government service analyst. - Public Safety Department changes: deletion of two clerk typist positions and addition of one locksmith position. - Public Utilities Department changes (Fund 2001): addition of one water distribution superintendent and two utility locator positions; deletion of one government services analyst and one government services administrator. Public Comments & Testimony - No public comments or testimony were recorded during the public portion of the meeting. Discussion Items - The chair inquired if there was any discussion on items one through seven; no discussion was offered by any board member. - A motion was made to go into closed session under Missouri revised statutes regarding legal actions, causes of action, or litigation involving public governmental bodies and confidential communications between the body and its attorneys. The motion carried unanimously. Key Outcomes - Unanimous Vote: Adoption of agenda items 1 through 7. - Motion to Closed Session: Board voted to enter closed session for legal purposes (3-0). - Adjournment: The public meeting was adjourned after the closed session concluded without further items or discussion.

The St. Louis Board of Aldermen met on October 10, 2025, at 10:00 AM. The meeting included an opening reflection on World Homeless Day, introductions of honored guests, approval of minutes, appointments, readings of board bills, and a historic vote to voluntarily recognize a union for legislative staff. Opening Reflection – World Homeless Day Kathy Connors, Executive Director of Gateway 180 and Chair of the St. Louis City Continuum of Care, provided a reflection on World Homeless Day. She highlighted statistics: 440 year-round shelter beds; 1,000 to 5,000 victims of the May tornado seeking shelter this winter; 2,035 permanent supportive housing beds in use; 23 individuals per month rehoused via family shelter; 150 tornado victims sheltered immediately after the tornado at Peter and Paul EL SAP campus. She noted a looming federal cap of 30% of HUD COC funding on permanent supportive housing, which could create a gap of $6.4 million and reduce the city's permanent supportive housing units from 683 to 478. Additionally, zero HUD notice of funding opportunity could mean a loss of $16 million in HUD COC housing funds. She called for unity to advocate and innovate to end homelessness. Introductions of Honored Guests - Alderwoman from the 13th Ward introduced Ms. Ollie Stewart, a senior rights advocate. - Alderman from the 9th Ward introduced Ms. McDevitt’s fourth-grade class from New City School. - Alderwoman from the 7th Ward acknowledged Harper Richardson (daughter of Neil Richardson) and welcomed the students. - Alderwoman from the 10th Ward welcomed the class from New City School and recognized Dr. Joyce Robertson for her service to St. Louis Public Schools and her new role on the Circuit Attorney’s Citizen Academy. Consent Calendar - Approval of Minutes: Minutes from Friday, October 3, 2025, were approved by voice vote. - Appointments: The appointment of Madeline Swanstrom to the Cousins MLK Grand Community Improvement District (term expiring September 1, 2028) was approved by voice vote. - Perfection Consent Calendar: Board Bills 64, 65, 71, 72, and 74 were adopted on the perfection consent calendar. - Third Reading and Final Passage Consent Calendar: Board Bills 52, 61, 69, and 74 floor substitute received final passage. The roll call recorded 14 aye votes. The President then signed them into law. Discussion Items - Board Bill 73 (Street Vacation): Introduced by Alderman Aldrick, an ordinance to vacate portions of 13th Street and two alleys. Alderman from the 14th Ward moved to perfect with an amendment to strike language stating "vacate area will be used to consolidate property for construction of an athletic field or future stadium" from the summary. The amendment was adopted by voice vote. The bill was then perfected as amended by voice vote. - Board Bill 43 (Flood Prone Properties): Introduced by Alderman Narayan (4th Ward), companion to BB74, establishing a policy for purchase and demolition of seven flood-prone properties in the Ellendale neighborhood using HMGP funding. Perfected by voice vote. - First Reading of Board Bills: Bills 79 (speed humps, 5th Ward), 80 (Clean Energy District participation), 81 (speed humps on Grandale Square and Washington Avenue), and 82 (quit claim deed for property at 1134 and 1138 Dr. Martin Luther King Drive) were introduced. BB82 was assigned to the HUDS Committee. - Committee Reports: Board Bill 68 (Cortex West Redevelopment Area blight determination renewal) passed out of HUDS Committee with a "do pass" recommendation. Key Outcomes - Resolution 118 Floor Substitute – Voluntary Recognition of UAW for Legislative Staff: Alderman Aldrick moved to adopt a resolution voluntarily recognizing the United Auto Workers (UAW) as the bargaining representative for the legislative staff at the Board of Aldermen. The floor substitute cleaned up language (e.g., changed "United Auto Workers" to "UAW") and included legal staff. The resolution noted that 75% of the bargaining unit signed authorization cards. After discussion, the board voted on a roll call: 11 ayes, 3 abstentions (Alderman Devotee and two others whose names were not clearly read; Alderman Devotee and Alderwoman Tyus were recorded as abstaining later). The motion carried, making the St. Louis Board of Aldermen one of the first municipal legislative bodies in the U.S. to voluntarily recognize a union for its staff. - Motion to Excuse: Alderwoman from the 12th Ward was excused for necessary absence by voice vote. - Adjournment: The meeting adjourned until Friday, October 17, 2025, at 10:00 AM. Note: No public comments from general citizens were heard during the meeting.

The St. Louis Board of Aldermen convened on October 10, 2025, with 12 members present, achieving a quorum. The meeting began with an opening reflection in observance of World Homeless Day by Kathy Connors, Executive Director of Gateway 180 and Chair of the St. Louis Continuum of Care. Honored guests included Ollie Stewart, a senior rights advocate; a fourth-grade class from New City School; and Dr. Joyce Robertsonada. The board approved minutes from October 3, appointed Madeline Swanstrom to the Martin Luther King Grand Community Improvement District, and introduced several bills. Key actions included perfecting street vacation and flood-prone property bills, passing a consent calendar of routine bills, and adopting a historic resolution voluntarily recognizing the United Auto Workers (UAW) as the bargaining representative for the board’s legislative staff. Opening Reflection and Honored Guests - World Homeless Day Reflection: Kathy Connors presented statistics: 440 year-round shelter beds; between 1,000 and 5,000 tornado victims expected to seek shelter; 2,035 permanent supportive housing (PSH) beds in use; 23 individuals per month rehoused via family shelter; 150 tornado victims sheltered at Peter and Paul El SAP campus. She warned of a potential $6.4 million reduction in HUD COC funding, loss of 478 PSH units, and a possible $16 million loss due to zero HUD NOFO. She urged codification of a winter plan and advocacy for HUD funding. - Honored Guests: Alderwoman from 13th introduced Ollie Stewart (senior rights advocate). Alderman from 9th and Alderwoman from 7th welcomed New City School fourth graders. Alderwoman from 10th introduced Dr. Joyce Robertsonada. Consent Calendar - Minutes Approval: Approved minutes from Friday, October 3, 2025 (unanimous voice vote). - Appointment: Approved Mayor Spencer’s appointment of Madeline Swanstrom to the Martin Luther King Grand Community Improvement District (unanimous). - Perfection Consent Calendar: Adopted Board Bills 64, 65, 71, 72, and 74 without opposition. These included bills to repeal obsolete boards, authorize honorary street naming (Brian McKenna Way), and accept hazard mitigation grant funding ($697,678.87 from SEMA). - Third Reading Consent Calendar: Passed Board Bills 52, 61, 69, and 70 floor substitute by roll call vote of 14 ayes. Discussion Items - Board Bill 73 – Street Vacation: Alderman Aldrick introduced a bill to vacate rights in 13th Street and alleys near Carr Street, Tucker Boulevard, etc. An amendment (Amendment 1) was adopted to strike language stating the vacated area would be used for an athletic field or future stadium. The bill as amended was perfected with no further discussion. - Board Bill 43 – Flood Prone Properties: Alderman Narayan presented a companion bill to BB 74. It establishes a policy for purchasing and demolishing seven flood-prone properties in Ellendale using HMGP funding from SEMA. With BB 74 already on the consent calendar, BB 43 was perfected unanimously. - Resolution 118 – Voluntary Union Recognition: Alderman Aldrick moved to adopt a floor substitute for Resolution 118, voluntarily recognizing UAW as the bargaining representative for the board’s legislative staff. The floor substitute cleaned up language (e.g., changed “United Auto Workers” to “UAW” and included legal staff). Alderman Aldrick noted that the legislative staff organizing committee collected signatures from 75% of the bargaining unit. After discussion, the resolution was adopted by roll call vote of 11 ayes, 3 abstentions. This makes the St. Louis Board of Aldermen one of the first municipal legislative staffs in the US to unionize. Key Outcomes - Passed Board Bills: BB 73 (street vacation as amended) perfected; BB 43 (Ellendale flood properties) perfected. - Adopted Resolutions: Resolution 118 floor substitute (UAW recognition) adopted (11-3). - Committee Assignments: BB 79, 81 to Public Infrastructure; BB 80, 82 to HUDS. - Next Meeting: Adjourned to Friday, October 17, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. in the Board of Aldermen Chambers.

The St. Louis Board of Aldermen convened on Thursday, October 9, 2025, with 12 members present. The meeting opened with an observance of World Homelessness Day, followed by the approval of minutes from October 3, 2025, and the consideration of several board bills and resolutions. Key actions included perfecting a street vacation bill (BB 73) with an amendment, perfecting a flood-prone property acquisition bill (BB 43), and adopting a resolution voluntarily recognizing the UAW as the bargaining representative for legislative staff (Resolution 118). Consent Calendar - Approval of Minutes: The minutes from Friday, October 3, 2025, were approved unanimously. - Appointments: Mayor Kara Spencer's appointment of Madeline Swanstrom to the Cousins MLK Grand Community Improvement District was approved unanimously. - Perfection Consent Calendar: Board Bills 64, 65, 71, 72, and 74 were adopted without discussion. - Third Reading and Final Passage Consent Calendar: Board Bills 52, 61, 69, and 74 floor substitute were passed with 14 aye votes. Public Comments & Testimony - No public comments or testimony were recorded. Discussion Items - Observance of World Homelessness Day: Kathy Connors, Executive Director of Gateway 180 and Continuum of Care Chairperson, presented statistics: 440 year-round shelter beds in use, 23 individuals rehoused per month, 150 tornado victims sheltered, a looming federal cap of 30% of HUD CoC funding on permanent supportive housing, a potential loss of $6.4 million in HUD CoC funding, and a reduction of 478 permanent supportive housing units from 683 currently. She called for unity and advocacy to end homelessness. - Board Bill 73 (Street Vacation): Introduced by Alderman Aldrich (14th Ward), the bill proposed vacating surface and subsurface rights for 13th Street from Cole Street to Dr. Martin Luther King Drive and adjacent alleys. An amendment (Amendment No. 1) was adopted to strike language suggesting the vacated area would be used for an athletic field or future stadium. The bill as amended was perfected. - Board Bill 43 (Flood-Prone Properties): Introduced by Alderman Narayan (4th Ward), this bill establishes a policy to purchase and demolish seven flood-prone properties in the Ellendale neighborhood using Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) funding ($697,678.87 from SEMA, with city match). It was perfected as a companion to BB 74, which was previously adopted on the consent calendar. - Resolution 118 (Legislative Staff Union): Alderman Aldrich (14th Ward) introduced a floor substitute to voluntarily recognize the United Auto Workers (UAW) as the bargaining representative for non-managerial legislative staff, including legal staff and staff of the Board President. The resolution noted that 75% of the bargaining unit signed authorization cards. After discussion, the floor substitute was adopted by a roll call vote of 11 ayes, 3 abstentions (no opposed). The board declared this a historic step for the city and for Missouri. - Introduction of Board Bill 82: The rules were suspended (13 aye votes) to introduce BB 82, which authorizes the sale of city-owned property at 1134 and 1138 Dr. Martin Luther King Drive to 900 North Tucker 5 Building LLC for $275,000. The bill was assigned to the HUDS committee. Key Outcomes - Board Bill 73 (as amended): Perfected (moved to next stage). - Board Bill 43: Perfected (moved to next stage). - Resolution 118 (floor substitute): Adopted (11 aye, 3 abstentions). The Board of Aldermen will begin collective bargaining with UAW. - Board Bill 82: Introduced and assigned to committee. - Upcoming Meetings: Committee meetings scheduled for October 14-16, 2025, and the next full board meeting on Friday, October 17, 2025, at 10 a.m. - Absence Excused: Alderman from the 12th Ward was excused for necessary absence.

The Public Safety Committee convened on October 9, 2025, at an unspecified time. The main actions included approving the minutes from the previous meeting, advancing Board Bill 74 (a FEMA assistance measure), and setting the timeline and reviewer for the 2026 Proposition S funding cycle. The committee also heard an announcement about National Night Out events. Consent Calendar - The committee unanimously approved the minutes from Thursday, September 25, 2025, on a voice vote with five ayes. Discussion Items - Board Bill 74 – Presented by Chair Narayan, this bill authorizes the city emergency management agency to accept approximately $700,000 in FEMA assistance related to the 2022 flooding in Ellendale. It is a companion to Board Bill 43. The bill passed out of committee with a due pass recommendation on a 6-0 vote. - Proposition S Funds (2026 Cycle) – Brett Delaria, Public Information Officer for the Office of Violence Prevention (OVP), presented the Request for Proposals (RFP) process. The RFP is largely unchanged from the prior year, with five scoring sections: record of successful delivery (20%), equity-centered lens (20%), proposed programming (40%), data collection strategy (10%), and budget/fiscal management (10%). A new online submission system (JotForm) was introduced to reduce errors. The committee discussed the timeline, external reviewer, and public transparency. After questions, the committee set specific dates: RFP open October 6, 2025; deadline for questions October 17; Q&A posted October 24; proposals due November 6; committee review meetings on November 13 and November 20; estimated contract start February 1, 2026. The mental health board was confirmed as the external reviewer. The RFP was ultimately approved pending date edits. Key Outcomes - Approval of September 25, 2025, minutes (5-0) - Board Bill 74 passed out of committee with a due pass recommendation (6-0) - External reviewer selected: Mental Health Board (vote 6-0) - Timeline set for Prop S RFP: Open October 6, 2025; close November 6, 2025; committee meetings November 13 and November 20; contract start February 1, 2026 (approved via motion with previous question) - RFP approved pending edits to reflect the new timeline and external reviewer (motion carried) - Public Announcement: Vice Chair Aldrich reminded members about the National Night Out one-stop shop on Saturday, October 4, 2025, at the Urban League (1408 North Kings Highway) and encouraged registration for events.

The St. Louis Board of Aldermen met on Friday, October 3, 2025, at 10:00 AM in the Board of Aldermen Chambers. The meeting included resolutions honoring staff, appointments to boards and commissions, debate on data center regulations, and approvals of various board bills. Consent Calendar - Courtesy Resolution Calendar: Adopted unanimously, including Resolution 127 honoring Chelsea Murtaugh for her service as a legislative assistant in the 7th Ward. The resolution highlighted her attendance at over 500 neighborhood meetings, execution of eight town halls, and processing of over 350 citizen service bureau requests. Additional co-sponsors were added to Resolution 124. - Board Bills for Perfection Consent: Board Bill 61 (speed humps in the 1st Ward) and Board Bill 52 (liquor license moratorium in the 13th Ward) were adopted without discussion. - Minutes: Approved from September 26, 2025. Honored Guests & Special Recognitions - Diamond Diva Empowerment Foundation: Recognized for domestic violence awareness month and recovery efforts from the May 16th tornado. Purple light bulbs distributed to aldermen. - Vocational Skills Program: Students from St. Louis County Special School District were recognized for their work at Embassy Suites. - Powell Symphony Hall: Renovation completion celebrated. - Black Contractors & Hispanic Chamber: Acknowledged for work on MWBE issues. - Eco Socialists: Group in the gallery recognized as honored guests. Discussion Items 1. Board Bill 69 - Boiler Safety Regulations (Perfected) Sponsored by Alderman Narayan, this bill implements recommendations from the Chemical Safety Board following a 2017 boiler explosion at Loy-Lange Box Company that killed four people. The bill was perfected unanimously with co-sponsors added. 2. Board Bill 70 - Speed Humps in 14th Ward (Perfected with Floor Substitute) Alderman Aldridge presented a floor substitute adding two streets omitted in committee. The substitute and the bill were perfected unanimously. 3. Resolution 126 - MWBE Program Support (Adopted) Sponsored by Alderman Aldridge, this resolution calls on contractors and developers to honor existing MWBE commitments during the pause in program administration and comply with Executive Order 91. A town hall was held on September 27. The resolution was adopted unanimously after a motion to embank (pass temporarily) was carried. 4. Resolution 111 - Data Center Regulations (Adopted after Debate) Sponsored by Alderwoman Schweitzer, this resolution affirms Executive Order 92, which defines data centers as conditional uses and requires them to answer 40 questions before approval. The resolution replaced an earlier proposal for a moratorium. - Debate: Alderman Odenberg criticized the process, arguing it damaged economic development and that data centers were being unfairly targeted compared to other uses like smoke shops. He noted St. Louis has an abundant water supply (380 million gallons per day capacity). Alderman Browning expressed cautious support, emphasizing the need for utility and water department involvement. Alderwoman Schweitzer defended the resolution as a balanced approach, citing environmental and ratepayer concerns. Alderwoman Sonnier highlighted the planning commission's memo noting potential rate increases (up to $600/year for average households) and limited permanent jobs. The vote was 10 ayes, 3 nays, 2 not voting. 5. Appointments to Boards - 2019 Grand Center Community Improvement District: Arnez Newton appointed. - Art Museum Subdistrict: Dr. Donald Suggs and Emily Pultz appointed. - Board of Adjustment: Jim Dallas and DeAnna Vaughn appointed after supportive comments. Key Outcomes - Perfected: Board Bill 69 (boiler safety), Board Bill 70 with floor substitute (speed humps). - Adopted: Resolution 126 (MWBE support) - unanimous; Resolution 111 (data center regulations) - 10-3-2. - Approved: All mayoral appointments as listed. - Closed Session: Motion carried to enter closed session for personnel matters under RSMo 610.021(3). - Adjourned: Until Friday, October 10, 2025, at 10:00 AM.

The St. Louis Board of Aldermen convened on Friday, October 3, 2025, at 10:00 AM in the Board of Aldermen Chambers. The meeting was called to order with 15 members present, led by President Green. The session included an opening reflection for Domestic Violence Awareness Month by Diamond Divas, consideration of several resolutions and board bills, and a prolonged debate on data center regulation. Key outcomes included the adoption of resolutions honoring a departing legislative assistant and supporting MWBE participation, as well as the perfection of board bills related to boiler safety and speed humps. The board also voted 10-3 to adopt a resolution affirming an executive order regulating data centers. Consent Calendar - Courtesy Resolution Consent Calendar: Adopted unanimously. This included Resolution 127, honoring Chelsea Murtaugh, legislative assistant for the 7th Ward, for her contributions including attending over 500 neighborhood meetings and processing over 350 Citizen Service Bureau requests. The resolution was introduced by Alderwoman Sonney and was embanked and adopted. Public Comments & Testimony - Public Testimony on Data Centers: During the discussion of Resolution 111, a public hearing in committee on Wednesday, October 1, 2025, drew over 30 public speakers. Many residents expressed concerns about potential impacts on utility rates, water usage, and the environment, while others emphasized the need for economic development. The planning commission had recommended a moratorium due to lack of data on existing data centers and potential ratepayer impacts. Discussion Items - Resolution 111 – Data Center Regulation: Alderwoman Schweitzer (1st Ward) introduced the resolution to affirm Mayor Spencer’s Executive Order 92, which defines data centers as a conditional use and requires 40 questions during the permitting process. Alderman Oldenburg (2nd Ward) criticized the process as rushed, arguing it could harm economic development. Alderman Browning (4th Ward) also expressed concerns about speed. Alderwoman Schweitzer defended the approach as a compromise that allows permits to continue while increasing scrutiny. - Board Bill 69 – Boiler Safety: Alderman Narayan (4th Ward) presented the bill to implement recommendations from the Chemical Safety Board following a 2017 boiler explosion that killed four people. The bill was perfected with broad support. - Board Bill 70 – Speed Humps (14th Ward): Alderman Aldridge (14th Ward) introduced a floor substitute to add two streets omitted in committee. The bill was perfected after adopting the substitute. Key Outcomes - Resolution 127 – Chelsea Murtaugh: Adopted and embanked. - Resolution 126 – MWBE Participation: Adopted unanimously. Calls on contractors and developers to honor existing MWBE commitments and comply with Executive Order 91. Co-sponsored by multiple alderwomen. - Resolution 111 – Data Center Regulation: Adopted by a vote of 10-3 (Ayes: Schweitzer, Oldenburg, Cone, Narayan, Devotee, Velasquez, Sonney, Cox Antoine, Browning, Clark-Hubbard; Nays: not individually recorded, but two no votes noted on roll call). The resolution affirms Executive Order 92 and establishes interim regulations. - Board Bill 69: Perfected unanimously. - Board Bill 70 (Floor Substitute): Perfected unanimously. - Appointments Approved: Mayor Spencer’s appointments to the 2019 Grand Center Community Improvement District (Arnez Newton), the Art Museum Subdistrict (Dr. Donald Suggs and Emily Pulitzer), and the Board of Adjustment (Jim Dallas and Ms. Vaughn) were all approved. - Closed Session: The board voted 12-aye to go into closed session to discuss personnel matters.

On September 29, 2025, the Public Infrastructure and Utilities Committee met to consider board bills for speed humps and receive a presentation on pedestrian and cyclist safety at transit stops. The meeting was called to order with five members present, establishing a quorum. The committee approved minutes from August 14, 2025, and passed two speed hump bills. The majority of the meeting featured a presentation by Griffin Lovato, a Washington University graduate student, on crash data analysis for MetroLink and MetroBus stops. Board Bills for Review - Board Bill 70: Presented by Alderman Aldridge, this speed hump bill was amended to add additional speed humps in the High Park area along Blair, Angel Rock, and Salisbury streets, where recent accidents occurred. The amendment was adopted, and the bill passed out of committee with a "due pass" recommendation by a vote of 6 ayes. - Board Bill 61: Presented by Alderwoman Schweitzer, this speed hump bill covers one block where 20 out of 21 occupied properties petitioned for speed humps. The committee passed the bill with a "due pass" recommendation unanimously. Presentation on Pedestrian and Cyclist Safety at Transit Stops - Charles Bryson, Policy Director for Trailnet, introduced the presentation, noting that the study was conducted by Griffin Lovato as a capstone project. Lovato analyzed crash data from the Missouri State Highway Patrol STARS database for two time periods: November 1, 2018 to November 1, 2019, and November 1, 2023 to November 1, 2024. He used kernel density analysis to identify hazardous areas around MetroLink and MetroBus stops, categorized by light condition (daylight, dark lit, and dark unlit). - Key findings: MetroLink stations are generally not affected by lack of lighting—no dark unlit crashes were found near them. MetroBus stops are far more affected by dark unlit crashes, especially in North St. Louis City and North St. Louis County. North St. Louis City has a combination of high public transit use and high hazard levels at bus stops. Specific wards and municipalities with elevated hazard ratings were highlighted, including Ward 3 (along Merrimack and South Broadway), Ward 6 (Grand Boulevard and Winnebago), and Ward 11 (Natural Bridge and Prairie). Municipalities such as Dellwood, Ferguson, Jennings, and Country Club Hills also showed high hazard for dark unlit conditions. - Lovato noted that the STARS database does not capture whether a crash was directly related to the transit stop, only proximity. The data also does not include specific crash circumstances (e.g., crosswalk, sidewalk location). - Committee members asked questions about sharing the data with Metro and Bi-State, the possibility of itemizing specific stops with hazard ratings, the role of pedestrian-scale lighting, and the design differences between bus stops and Metrolink stations. Lovato indicated that further analysis could be done with a spreadsheet of stop-level hazard ratings and that future work could examine bus stop designs. - Chair Browning noted that a traffic study on Lindell Boulevard is underway, partly motivated by similar safety concerns, and emphasized the need for better data collection by officers. Key Outcomes - Board Bill 70 (as amended) passed out of committee with a 6-0 vote and a "due pass" recommendation. - Board Bill 61 passed out of committee unanimously with a "due pass" recommendation. - The committee requested that Griffin Lovato share the presentation slides with members and consider providing a hard drive or cloud access to the full data (approximately 30 GB). - Charles Bryson and Trailnet were encouraged to share the findings with Metro and Bi-State for further action. - No written testimony was received, and the meeting adjourned without further announcements.

The St. Louis Board of Aldermen held a full board meeting on September 26, 2025, with 13 members present, establishing a quorum. The meeting included an opening reflection on gun safety, adoption of resolutions honoring a community leader and supporting secure gun storage, final passage of two board bills, and referral of a resolution on legislative staff unionization. Public Comments & Testimony - Peggy Newfield, co-lead for St. Louis Be Smart, delivered an opening reflection urging the board to support Smart Week. She cited CDC 2023 statistics: firearms are the leading cause of death in children under 18 (average of 7 children per day), 44% of child suicides involve a gun (90% fatal), and over 17,000 children receive gunshot injuries nationally. In St. Louis, as of September 3, 2025, the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reported 45 youth shootings, 20 of which were fatal and three under age five. She emphasized secure gun storage and the Be Smart public education program. Discussion Items - Resolution 113 – Honoring Brendan Jones: Introduced by Alderman Browning (9th Ward) and co-sponsored by 12 other aldermen. The resolution honored Brendan Jones for her extensive community service, including work at the Board of Aldermen, founding Animal House, and leading the LaClees Landing Neighborhood Association. The resolution was adopted unanimously by voice vote. - Resolution 116 – 2025 Smart Week: Introduced by Alderwoman Clark Hubbard (10th Ward). The resolution recognized August 25–29, 2025, as Be Smart Week in St. Louis, promoting secure gun storage. The resolution was approved and banked (all aldermen as co-sponsors). - Courtesy Resolutions: The board adopted the courtesy resolution consent calendar. Several co-sponsors were added to various resolutions. - Introduction of Honored Guests: Alderwoman from the 11th Ward acknowledged a personal incident and thanked the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department for their investigation. She also requested a moment of silence for Maggie King, mother-in-law of former Alderwoman Benice Jones King, which was observed. - Appointments: - Board of Adjustment: Appointment of James Dallas (Holly Hills) and Rachel Nast was referred to the HUDs committee (13 aye votes). - Holly Hill Special Business District: Appointment of Rachel Nass was approved (13 aye votes). - First Reading of Board Bills: - Board Bill 73: Street vacation in the 14th ward. - Board Bill 74: Acceptance of $697,678.87 hazard mitigation grant from the state of Missouri Emergency Management Agency. - Board Bill 75: Establishment of a four-way stop at Cherokee Street and Virginia Avenue. - Second Reading and Report of Standing Committees: - Board Bill 61: Speed humps in the 1st ward. - Board Bill 70 (as amended): Speed humps in the 14th ward. - Board Bill 52: Repeal of liquor license issuance in the 13th ward liquor control district. - Board Bill 69: Rules for boiler and pressure vessel inspections. - Third Reading and Final Passage: - Board Bill 60 (Accessory Dwelling Units zoning amendment): Passed 12 ayes, 1 no (Alderman Narayan). Alderman from the 4th ward expressed concern about proliferation of short-term rentals. - Board Bill 39 Committee Substitute (Millennium Hotel demolition): Passed 13 ayes. Alderman from the 14th ward highlighted the project's significance for downtown revitalization, noting collaboration with the Arch Foundation and Alderwoman from the 8th ward. - Resolution 118: Introduced by Alderman Aldrick and President Green, committing the board to negotiate in good faith with the UAW legislative staff organizing committee. Referred to Personnel and Administration committee (13 aye). Key Outcomes - Votes: Both Board Bill 60 and Board Bill 39 committee substitute were passed for final passage (12-1 and 13-0 respectively). Resolution 118 was referred to committee. - Appointments Approved: James Dallas and Rachel Nass were appointed to the Board of Adjustment (referred) and Holly Hill Special Business District (approved). - Meeting Adjourned: The board adjourned until Friday, October 3, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. in the Board of Aldermen Chambers. Announcements - Upcoming committee meetings: Legislation and Rules (Sept 30, 2 p.m.), Public Infrastructure (Oct 1, 3:30 p.m.), Public Safety (Oct 2, 2 p.m., to take up Prop S and Board Bill 74), HUDS (Oct 2, 11 a.m.). - Town hall on MWBE program: Saturday, Sept 27, 11 a.m. at O'Fallon Rec Center. - Tire Amnesty Day: Sept 27, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. at Carter and Grand. - 10th Ward one-on-one meeting: Sept 29, 6:30 p.m. at Union Memorial UMC. - Naturalization ceremony occurring at the same time as the meeting.