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Past News and Announcements
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LRA Commission Adopts New Sales Policies Aligned with SLDC’s Economic Justice Action Plan
02/13/2023 - The Land Reutilization Authority (LRA) adopted new sales policies on January 30, 2023 -
SLDC and The St. Louis Vacancy Collaborative Kickoff Initiative to Assess and Reform LRA Purchase Programs
10/11/2022 - SLDC is partnering with the St. Louis Vacancy Collaborative to assess and reform its purchase programs, processes and public communications. -
St. Louis Region Wins $25 Million Highly Competitive Federal Build Back Better Regional Challenge Grant
09/02/2022 - SLDC to Implement Community Revitalization Efforts Surrounding Advanced Manufacturing Innovation Center (AMICSTL) in North St. Louis City -
St. Louis Development Corporation Will Pause Sale of LRA Properties in July 2022
06/07/2022 - SLDC is proactively evaluating incentive process against economic justice priorities -
Applications Now Available for North St. Louis Commercial Corridor Grant Program
06/02/2022 - This allows SLDC to award funds to organizations along the following corridors and eligible neighborhoods in North City. -
St. Louis Development Corporation Chosen as Part of the Inaugural IEDC Equity Communities Cohort
05/17/2022 - IEDC’s Equitable Economic Development Playbook Program is made possible by The Rockefeller Foundation, The Kresge Foundation and the Surdna Foundation -
City of St. Louis, SLDC Joins City Innovation Ecosystems Program
01/07/2022 - Commits to reducing barriers to obtaining city contracts for small and minority-led businesses -
Project Connect Launches First Neighborhood Planning Event as NGA West Campus Continues Construction
12/14/2021 - SLDC will host its first Project Connect neighborhood planning event this Wednesday, December 15 at 6pm in North St. Louis at Vashon High School -
St. Louis Development Corporation Seeks Community Voice to Shape Economic Justice Action Plan
12/02/2021 - The team has launched a survey that allows residents to provide feedback -
Stacey Fowler has been selected as the New Director of Strategic Workforce & Compliance Inclusion
11/16/2021 - She has more than twenty years of contractual negotiation and compliance implementation experience -
Myisa Whitlock Selected as the SLDC Deputy Chief of Staff
09/21/2021 - She will assist in developing the organizational strategic business initiatives -
Lance Knuckles Selected as the SLDC Director of Strategic Growth & Development
09/21/2021 - Lance Knuckles is focused on removing barriers that allow people to realize their full potential -
SLDC to Receive $40 Million in federal New Markets Tax Credits
09/07/2021 - To assist local development projects in the latest round of allocations -
Prop NS Stabilized Buildings Now Open for Offers
08/23/2021 - Open period will close at noon on Thursday, September 9th -
Emily Breedlove selected as Executive Director of TechSTL
08/11/2021 - Launching the regionwide initiative to bolster the entrepreneurial ecosystem -
St. Louis Development Corporation Names Daffney Moore as Chief of Staff
07/28/2021 - Overseeing daily operations through collaboration and relationship building -
SLDC Board Selects Neal Richardson as new Executive Director
06/03/2021 - After a recommendation from St. Louis Mayor Tishaura O. Jones -
Geospatial Protection and Enhancement Special Use District Public Meeting to be held June 1
05/28/2021 - Project Connect is holding a public meeting via Zoom on Tuesday, June 1st at 6pm. We want to hear your thoughts and provide answers to your questions. -
Public Invited To Virtual Public Meeting On Temporary Market Street Bridge Closure And Reconstruction
12/04/2020 - City of St. Louis closing Market Street Bridge temporarily beginning January 4, 2021 -
St. Louis CITY SC Stadium Construction Progresses as the Club’s Vision for a State-of-the-Art Stadium District Continues to Unfold
12/02/2020 - CITY shares updated plans and new renderings for the world-class stadium district -
Otis Williams to Retire from SLDC
11/23/2020 - Executive Director since 2013 he will retire in April of 2021 -
St. Louis Trailblazer and Sports Entrepreneur Khalia Collier Joins St. Louis CITY SC
10/13/2020 - St. Louis City SC Taps High-Profile International Sporting Director, Germany’s Lutz Pfannenstiel, to Lead the Team’s Sporting Operations -
St. Louis CITY SC Makes History with Hiring of First-Ever MLS Chief Experience Officer
10/06/2020 - Matt Sebek joins St. Louis CITY SC as Chief Experience Officer to lead the team as the architect for a personalized, innovative fan experience -
St Louis Area To Receive Build Grant Funding
09/16/2020 - A $7.95 million grant is being awarded to the City of St. Louis for the Jefferson Avenue and 20th Street Revitalization Corridors Project. -
City of St Louis Proceeds With Vacant Building Stabilization Under Prop NS Program
09/09/2020 - Program is designed to stabilize LRA-owned vacant buildings -
City Goes Global: St. Louis City SC Taps Germany’s Lutz Pfannenstiel to Lead the Team’s Sporting Operations
08/17/2020 - High-Profile International Sporting Director, Germany’s Lutz Pfannenstiel, to Lead the Team’s Sporting Operations -
We Are St. Louis City SC: St. Louis' MLS Team Releases Team Name and Crest
08/13/2020 - St. Louis' MLS Team's Name and Crest Inspires Unity and Optimism for the Region's Future, While Celebrating the City’s Storied Soccer Tradition -
Global Education Provider Launches in St. Louis
08/11/2020 - Will Be a Boost Local Tech Growth -
New GeoFutures Strategic Roadmap Aims to Strengthen St. Louis as "Global Center of Geospatial Excellence" Over Next Decade
06/23/2020 - A formal strategic roadmap to strengthen the metropolitan area as the global center of geospatial excellence over the next 10 years -
Mayor Krewson Releases Final Guidelines for Reopening
05/12/2020 - Released the Phase I Guidelines for the “Reopening” of the City of St. Louis -
EPA Awards $600,000 to Clean Up Brownfields in St. Louis Region
05/07/2020 - The Awardees are St. Louis Development Corporation (SLDC); and the Land Clearance Redevelopment Authority (LCRA) -
COVID19 Economic Development Update
03/20/2020 - Valuable resources coming available for business owners in response to the COVID-19 pandemic -
Otis Williams Named FOCUS St. Louis 2020 Leadership Award Honoree
02/21/2020 - Award is given annually to individuals who demonstrate committed leadership -
Smart City Digital Kiosks New to St Louis
01/24/2020 - Implemented to drive social equity, increase public safety, and enhance the quality of life for residents -
St. Louis Unveils Opportunity Zone Website and Announces Partnership with The Opportunity Exchange
01/13/2020 - Will work together to identify, support and showcase Opportunity Zone projects -
Daffney Moore Selected as Chief Opportunity Zone Officer for SLDC
10/24/2019 - To Enhance the Efforts to Identify Projects and Investors for Neighborhood Projects -
Jonathan Ferry Received an Award from the International Economic Development Council
10/15/2019 - Honored as one of the Young Economic Development Professional's of the Year -
St Louis Businesses and Organizations Recognized at Mayors Luncheon
10/11/2019 - Celebrating This Year’s Economic Development -
SLDC Allocates 5 million of New Markets Tax Credits to Evolution St Louis
09/25/2019 - To aid in the redevelopment of the Historic Garment District -
St. Louis Lands New MLS Franchise
08/20/2019 - Will Be the First Female-Majority Owned Soccer Expansion -
Ferry to Receive Award from the International Economic Development Council
08/14/2019 - Their leadership and honorary awards honor organizations and individuals for their efforts in creating positive change -
St. Louis Citywide Strategy to Create and Retain Jobs Focus of Upcoming Public Open Houses
07/19/2019 - Attendees will learn about the City’s job and economic assets, growing industries and ways to support economic growth -
St Louis Residents Public Open House
06/17/2019 - Open house for St. Louis residents interested in the N. Jefferson /Parnell corridor project -
Green City Coalition Park Updates
06/07/2019 - Green City Coalition focuses on neighborhoods where there are high concentrations of vacant properties -
SLDC to Receive 35 Million in federal New Markets Tax Credits
05/23/2019 - This is the tenth award received by SLDC since 2004. -
Joint Collaboration Launches “Gateway Neighborhood Mortgage”
05/07/2019 - Drive to increase opportunities for home ownership -
Generating New Revenues: Mow to Own 2019
05/01/2019 - The LRA program that allows residents to own adjacent vacant lots. -
St Louis releases Opportunity Zone Prospectus for developers and investors
04/10/2019 - Seeking to connect developers and investors -
Nick Nichols - Port Authority Manager Passes Away
04/10/2019 - 36- year employee of St. Louis Development Corporation -
314 Day Recognized with the Launch of STLMade
03/14/2019 - The goal is to grow pride St. Louis has in these institutions -
Geosaurus Develops Offices In T-REX
02/21/2019 - 'Geosaurus' will be a hub for start-up companies specializing in geospatial technology -
New Soccer Stadium Receives Aldermanic Approval
11/29/2018 - Stadium Would Be Home to a New MLS Expansion Team -
New Soccer Stadium Receives Push Forward
11/28/2018 - Proposal to Go Before Full Board Friday -
St. Louis Development Corporation Awards First Deconstruction Contract
11/14/2018 - St. Louis Development Corporation (SLDC) has awarded its first deconstruction contract that will provide increased job opportunities and more. -
St Louis Businesses Recognized at Mayors Luncheon
11/05/2018 - Celebrating Neighborhood Development -
SLDC Welcomes Fairfield Inn and Suites to St Louis
10/18/2018 - New hotel will deliver an inviting and effortless experience for guests. -
SLDC to allocate up to $3 million of New Markets Tax Credits to the Guardian Angel Settlement Association
09/20/2018 - A resolution was passed by the Board of Directors of St. Louis Development Corporation -
Leonard Johnson to Receive Outstanding Alumni Leader Under 40 Award
09/20/2018 - Harris-Stowe University 2018 Homecoming Week -
SLDC Receives 17 Submissions for Economic Development Strategy
07/23/2018 - Will make recommendations for the top firms for full proposals -
SLDC Announces New Television Show
07/23/2018 - “Development STL will Focus on Economic Development in the City” -
SLDC Announces the First Town Hall Meeting
07/20/2018 - Open forum to Connect Citizens with the Organization -
SLDC Launches New and Improved Facade Grant Program
07/11/2018 - Will offer forgivable grants up to $20,000 to eligible small business -
U.S. Department of Commerce Invests $500,000 to Boost Job Growth
06/22/2018 - Project is expected to create 475 jobs -
Russell Halliday Departs for New Zealand
06/04/2018 - Will remain involved in the NGA project -
Downtown Garment District Coming Back To Life
05/22/2018 - Visions of leveraging the distinct history of the area of Washington Ave. -
Project Connect Hosts Open House for City Residents
05/15/2018 - Event Spotlights Organizations Within the STEAM Industry -
Judith Doss Steps Down from Port Authority Commissioner Post
05/08/2018 - Served on the Commission for 20 years -
Square Expanding in Cortex
05/07/2018 - Expansion will bring approximately 300 New Jobs -
St Louis Zoo named Best Zoo
05/04/2018 - Second year in a row as top winner -
Cinco de Mayo Festival and The Cherokee Street Businesses District
05/04/2018 - Annual Festival Celebrating Vibrant Arts and Culture Around Cherokee Street -
St Louis Named one of the 30 Hottest Cities for New Businesses
04/27/2018 - Where entrepreneurs are thriving thanks to an abundance of resources -
LRA To Reauthorize Garden Lease Program
04/25/2018 - Seeking Public Comments between 4/25-5/23 -
Low Income Census Tracts To Be Named Opportunity Zones
04/13/2018 - Twenty-seven (27) of these tracts will be located within the City of St. Louis -
First Bank Launches the St Louis Small Business Neighborhood Loan Fund
04/13/2018 - The effort is to spur economic activity and business development -
Leonard Johnson Selected Director of Neighborhood Business Development for SLDC
04/10/2018 - We are excited to have Leonard join our team at SLDC -
Vladimir Monroe Promoted To The Position of Director of Minority Business and Compliance SLDC
04/09/2018 - With 10 years of knowledge and experience in the field, we are excited to have Vladimir Monroe transition into this role. -
St Louis Named One of the Best Cities for Women
04/04/2018 - Offering the best mix of factors for women to launch businesses -
Former Sheppard School Building to Be Rehabbed Into 57 Apartments
03/29/2018 - Recommendation for 5-year tax abatement -
NGA In History
03/26/2018 - Military Mapping -
Improving Vacant Land: Mow to Own 2018
03/26/2018 - Since 2016 the city of St. Louis has offered residents the chance to own derelict property if it is well maintained -
SLDC Welcomes the Expansion of Huvepharma in St Louis
03/22/2018 - The company will double its workforce over the next two years -
Otis Williams Receives “Pillar Award” from SBDC
03/22/2018 - For Dedication Toward Economic Development -
Construction Job Training Fair
03/20/2018 - The Army Corp of Engineers is hosting a Job Training Fair -
Port Authority to Issue Taxable Industrial Revenue Bonds
03/16/2018 - Project represents an approximately $37 million investment -
Join SLATE Missouri Job Center For Workforce Wednesdays
03/16/2018 - Job seekers of all skill levels can meet and interview with a variety of companies. -
NGA Job Opportunities
03/15/2018 - Prepare now for the tremendous opportunities of the future. -
2017 Milestones NGA
03/15/2018 - The Project Connect Action Plan was developed with extensive neighborhood engagement to serve as a framework for change in the area. -
St. Louis In Line To Follow Silicon Valley
03/14/2018 - St. Louis is uniquely positioned to be a major hub in the geospatial business sector. -
Former Lyon School Building Transformed Into 32 Apartments
03/14/2018 - LCRA authorizes tax abatement for the redevelopment of the former Lyon school building breathing life back into this community resource. -
Tiffany Neighborhood Sites Targeted by Habitat for Humanity
03/12/2018 - 19th Ward Tiffany neighborhood sites recommended for 10 year tax abatement by LCRA. -
NGA West Exceeding Workforce Numbers for Women and Minorities
03/09/2018 - City of St. Louis exceeds Workforce Inclusion Goals and N/WBE participation goals for NGA site preparation. -
North Jefferson - Parnell Development RFQ
03/07/2018 - SLDC is seeking Statements of Qualifications from qualified firms to provide professional engineering and design services. -
2018 NMTC SLDC Awarded 35M Press Release
02/16/2018 - SLDC has been selected to receive $35 million in New Markets Tax Credits to assist local development projects in the latest round of allocations. -
Finest 15 partnership between LRA and SLACO neighborhood committee results in first home sale in Walnut Park West
10/24/2017 - "Finest 15" partnership between LRA and SLACO neighborhood committee results in first home sale in Walnut Park West -
3728 Texas Ave
08/28/2017 - Beautifully Renovated Old SLDC Property in South City at 3728 Texas Ave -
Progress on Future NGA Site
07/28/2017 - Kolb Grading LLC Awarded Final Site Preparation Contract -
Progress on Future NGA Site: Minority Union Contractor Awarded Demolition of Shoe Building
07/07/2017 - Salvaged Brick to be Used on Next NGA West Site -
Updated LRA-Owned Property Search Tool is Now Available
06/08/2017 - Updates to the land bank search tool include a clickable map showing nearby LRA properties, photo galleries, and the ability to select property types. -
The City of St. Louis seeks to foster cultural district and neighborhood revitalization with RFP for Chuck Berry’s home in the Ville.
05/26/2017 - LCRA will publish a modified RFP to incorporate additional information in the near future. -
Project Connect Partners Host Construction Industry Opportunities Expo on Site of Future Next NGA West Campus
05/22/2017 - Partners in the construction industry are hosting a daylong expo to introduce interested community members to job opportunities. -
Project Connect Partners to Host Construction Industry Opportunities Expo on Site of Future Next NGA West Campus
05/16/2017 - The event will be held Monday, May 22, 2017, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. at 2233 Cass Ave. -
Visible Progress Happening on Site of Next NGA West Headquarters
03/09/2017 - Historic Home Moved; Demolitions Begin. -
Historic Brick Home to be Relocated to Make Room for Next NGA West Headquarters on the Near North Side
02/24/2017 - The contractor intends to move the home seven-tenths of a mile. -
Tackling Vacancy: St. Louis Land Bank Assessment
02/23/2017 - Study Offers Recommendations for Implementation -
Project Connect to Hold Fourth Public Meeting February 21
02/16/2017 - Community invited to Vashon High School to learn about Project Connect’s progress toward final Action Plan -
Project Connect to Hold Third Public Meeting January 23
01/13/2017 - Community invited to Vashon High School to learn about Project Connect’s progress -
City of St. Louis Continues Progress on Next NGA West Campus with Issuance of Requests for Bids and Proposals for Site Preparation
12/23/2016 - City Issues Requests for Bids and Proposals for Site Preparation. -
Project Connect Expands as NGA Construction Enters New Stage
11/23/2016 - by Will Krueger, Project Connect -
SLDC to Receive $75 Million in Federal New Markets Tax Credits
11/18/2016 - The St. Louis Development Corporation (SLDC) has been selected to receive $75 million in federal New Markets Tax Credits (NMTC) -
Project Connect Hosts Resource Fair for Residents Living Near Future Site of NGA
11/02/2016 - Highlights Service Providers and City Services -
Project Connect to Hold Second Public Meeting September 26
09/01/2016 - Meeting will inform the public about Project Connect’s progress and provide opportunity to for citizen input. -
Project Connect Brings Communities, Policy-Makers Together
07/19/2016 - Project Connect is an initiative that will increase the power of the community's voice. -
City of St. Louis Welcomes Urban Tree Farmers to Vacant Land
07/12/2016 - Fresh Coast Capital Begins Planting -
LCRA Selects Developer to Re-Open Bevo Mill
05/25/2016 - Staff reviewed the submitted proposals and recommended the Schuchard proposal for approval by the LCRA Board of Commissioners. -
City of St. Louis to Hold Industry Forum for Next NGA West Site Prep
05/20/2016 - Construction Industry can Receive Information about Work on Project, Bonding, Loans, M/WBE Certification, and Other Topics. -
City of St. Louis Invites NGA's New Neighbors to Community Meeting
05/18/2016 - Project Connect Aims to Build Action Plan -
Tackling Vacancy: Mow to Own
05/04/2016 - LRA Land Available to City Property Owners who Promise to Maintain It -
Mayor Slay Highlights Benefits of North St. Louis Site for NGA West
05/02/2016 - Final Day for Public Comments on Environmental Impact Statement -
Mayor Slay, SLDC Honor Area Companies at 2015 Mayor’s Business Celebration Luncheon
10/09/2015 - Area Companies Honored at 2015 Mayor’s Business Celebration Luncheon. -
Container-on-Vessel Program for Mississippi River
06/23/2015 - Mayor Francis Slay receives certificate of designation on behalf of Mississippi River Cities & Towns Initiative -
MDNR to Clean Up Gas Station for New Charter School
02/17/2015 - MDNR to contract for removal of underground storage tanks -
Mayor's Business Celebration Awards Luncheon 2014
10/03/2014 - Mayor Slay honored the best businesses and developments of the year. -
St. Louis ranks among the top-performing cities for Starting a Business.
07/29/2014 - Rated by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation's Regulatory Climate Index 2014 -
Mayor Slay, SLDC Honor Area Companies at 2013 City of St. Louis Business Celebration Luncheon
10/07/2013 - Business Award Winners Announced -
Hyde Park Revitalization
09/09/2013 - Building Homes...Building Community -
Local Business Community Meeting about the City’s Disparity Study
08/20/2013 - Hosted by the St. Louis Development Corporation and its consultant, Mason Tillman Associates, Ltd. -
2013 Mayor's Business Celebration Luncheon
08/09/2013 - Mayor Francis G. Slay will present his annual awards. -
Update: A Place to Grow
08/08/2013 - The International Institutes’ Global Farm Program is nurturing sustainable and diverse communities. -
Way Cleared for Cleanup of Carter Carburetor Site
07/29/2013 - Work to begin before the end of summer 2013 on the long-awaited $30 million environmental cleanup of the site -
A Strong Sense of Place
06/03/2013 - Two vacant Land Reutilization Authority lots are transformed into a custom, industrial-modern home through the vision of one St. Louis couple -
Create Your own Urban Garden
05/05/2013 - The Garden Lease Program allows residents to lease Land Reutilization Authority lots for $1.00. -
St. Louis receives $30 million in New Markets Tax Credits
04/30/2013 - Funds will help create jobs, provide small business capital and strengthen neighborhoods. -
CLEAN Receives Mayor's Spirit Award
01/04/2013 - Uniform company built a $3 million addition in Soulard. -
2012 Mayor's Business Celebration Luncheon
10/29/2012 - Highlights from 2012 Mayor's Business Celebration Luncheon -
Kiku Obata Receives Minority Business Spotlight Award
06/20/2011 - Kiku Obata & Company -
SWITCH - Liberate Your Brand Receives Mayor's Spirit Award
03/10/2011 - Additional 30,000 Square feet of office space draws attention, and is rewarded by City Officials at its new Manchester Market Place location
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