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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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