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St. Louis Economic Development Tax Board
Details about the St. Louis Economic Development Tax Board
Overview
Use Summary Exhibit:
The proceeds of the ½ Cent Economic Development Sales Tax are intended for the uses outlined in Table I, in the proportions outlined in Table I.
Together, these proposed uses represent a comprehensive approach to economic development which will harness the full catalytic potential of North South Metrolink by pairing it with a strategy that includes innovative approaches to neighborhood and workforce development as well as investments into public safety and infrastructure.
Together, these initiatives will help grow existing momentum in the central corridor to neighborhoods north and south.
TABLE I
Category % of Proceeds Proj. FY 2018 Alloc. Additional Detail
Transit 60% $ 1 2,153,207 Exhibit II
Neighborhood Revitalization 10% $ 2 ,025,535 Exhibit III
Workforce Development 10% $ 2 ,025,535 Exhibit IV
Public Safety 10% $ 2 ,025,535 Exhibit V
Infrastructure 10% $ 2 ,025,535 Exhibit VI
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Openings include appointments labeled "Serving Beyond Term."
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Board Members
| Name | Role | End Date |
|---|---|---|
| Richard (Rich) Bradley P.E. | Member | 02/13/2027 |
| Aaron Williams | Member | 02/13/2027 |
| Michael Brown | Member | 02/01/2027 |
| April Ford Griffin | Member | 02/01/2027 |
| Tammie Holland | Member |
02/20/2022
Serving Beyond Term |
| James (Jim) Dwyer | Member |
02/01/2020
Serving Beyond Term |
| Tracey Johnson | Member |
02/01/2020
Serving Beyond Term |
Authorizing Legislation
Ordinance 70435, Missouri Revised Statute 67.1305.
Board Duties and Purpose
Ordinance 70435:
SECTION SIX.
Upon the approval of the tax by the qualified voters of the City, the City shall establish an “Economic Development Tax Board” consisting of nine members as required by Section 67.1305 RSMo.
Board members shall be appointed in the following manner:
Two members shall be appointed by the school districts included within any economic development plan or area funded by the sales tax authorized under Section 67.1305 RSMo.
Such member or members shall be appointed in any manner agreed upon by the affected districts.
Five members shall be appointed by the Mayor with the consent of the majority of the Board of Aldermen of the City of St. Louis.
Two members shall be appointed by the Board of Aldermen of the City of St. Louis. Section 67.1305 RSMo
(1) Any city or county imposing the tax authorized in this section shall establish an economic development tax board.
The volunteer board shall receive no compensation or operating budget.
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