News and Media

News and media from the Office of the Comptroller.

Comptroller’s Office recognizes Juneteenth holiday with half-day off for employees
The City of St. Louis Comptroller’s Office will recognize June 19, 2020, known as Juneteenth, by closing at 1:00 pm.
Press release | Office of the Comptroller | 06/18/2020
S&P affirms ‘A+’ rating on St. Louis GO Bonds; assigns ‘SP-1+’ rating to FY20 TRANs and affirms ‘A’ rating on long-term appropriation debt
S&P cited the city’s budgetary flexibility, liquidity and management greatly improving the city’s financial position over the past several years.
Press release | Office of the Comptroller | 06/02/2020
Gateway Transportation Center updates guidelines for travelers during COVID-19 pandemic
To help minimize the spread of the COVID-19 Coronavirus, GTC has adopted the following guidelines for travelers utilizing transit at the facility.
Press release | Office of the Comptroller | 06/01/2020
FY 21 Departmental Forms Available
Forms should be completed by departmental accounting contacts and returned with original signatures by June 30, 2020.
News/Announcement | Office of the Comptroller | 05/19/2020
St. Louis Comptroller Darlene Green Welcomes Findings of State Audit
The State Auditor issued a rating of “good” to the Comptroller's Office, stating it is well managed. Comptroller Green is already making improvements.
Press release | Office of the Comptroller | 05/04/2020
Gateway Transportation Center issues guidelines for travelers during COVID-19 pandemic
To help minimize the spread of the COVID-19 Coronavirus, GTC has adopted the following guidelines for travelers utilizing transit at the facility.
Press release | Office of the Comptroller | 04/01/2020
Notice: Comptroller's Office operations during COVID-19 stay-at-home order
To help limit the spread of the COVID-19 coronavirus, all inquiries should be communicated to the Comptroller's Office via telephone or e-mail.
News/Announcement | Office of the Comptroller | 03/23/2020
Gateway Transportation Center statement on COVID-19
The Gateway Transportation Center encourages everyone to be mindful and follow guidelines for prevention of COVID-19 spread.
Press release | Office of the Comptroller | 03/08/2020
IRS Taxpayer Advocate Seminar - March 2020
Learn how the IRS Taxpayer Advocate Service can assist you, Wednesday, Mar. 4, 4:00 pm –5:00 pm at 1520 Market Street, Suite 3005.
News/Announcement | Office of the Comptroller | 02/25/2020
St. Louis Comptroller Darlene Green Sponsors Free Tax Preparation Services
For low-to-moderate income earners, seniors and individuals with disabilities
Press release | Office of the Comptroller | 01/30/2020
Comptroller Darlene Green hosts American Red Cross blood drive Feb. 10
The semi-annual blood drive raises awareness of sickle cell disease and is held in honor of Dr. Charles Drew during Black History Month
Press release | Office of the Comptroller | 01/22/2020
City of St. Louis 2019 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report now available
The City of St. Louis 2019 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report is available, detailing the city’s financial health during fiscal year 2019.
Press release | Office of the Comptroller | 12/23/2019
IRS Taxpayer Advocate Service Seminar - December 4
Learn how the IRS Taxpayer Advocate Service can assist you, Wednesday, Dec. 4, 4:00 pm –5:00 pm at 1520 Market Street, Suite 3005.
News/Announcement | Office of the Comptroller | 11/18/2019
Gateway Transportation Center and the National Council of Jewish Women St Louis partner to raise awareness of and to stop Human Trafficking
GTC and NCJWSTL have partnered to install Human Trafficking awareness posters that help create awareness of and stop Human Trafficking.
Press release | Office of the Comptroller | 11/05/2019
Board of Estimate and Apportionment Approves Resolution for Financing Expansion of Convention Center
The business and hospitality communities can be confident that the City of St. Louis supports and is moving forward with financing the expansion.
News/Announcement | Office of the Comptroller | 10/31/2019
Fitch Ratings Issues Rating Increase for STL Airport Revenue Bonds
Fitch Ratings has upgraded $180 million of outstanding St. Louis Lambert International Airport revenue bonds, to ‘A’ from ‘A-’.
Press release | Office of the Comptroller | 10/09/2019
Comptroller Green Opposes Issuance of Airport Privatization RFQ
The process to privatize St. Louis Lambert International Airport supports special interests, not the public interest.
Press release | Office of the Comptroller | 10/04/2019
Comptroller Green statement on $5 million supplemental appropriation Cure Violence
Comptroller Darlene Green applauds today’s approval of a supplemental appropriation for the violence prevention alternative program Cure Violence.
Press release | Office of the Comptroller | 10/03/2019
City of St. Louis awarded Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting
Government Financial Officers Association recognizes city for 2018 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report.
Press release | Office of the Comptroller | 09/18/2019
Comptroller Green Calls for Quadruple (4x) Appropriation for Cure Violence
"Gun violence is a problem citywide, so let us attack it as such."
Press release | Office of the Comptroller | 09/10/2019
Comptroller Darlene Green congratulates ownership group and soccer fans on selection of St. Louis for MLS expansion team
Congratulations to the MLS4TheLou ownership group and soccer fans for their successful effort to secure an MLS franchise for St. Louis.
Press release | Office of the Comptroller | 08/16/2019
Comptroller Darlene Green Receives Lifetime Achievement Award From Women in Public Finance
“To be in public service and represent taxpayers is a labor of love. I am honored to be recognized for my work on behalf of the people of St. Louis.”
Press release | Office of the Comptroller | 07/26/2019
IRS Taxpayer Advocate Service seminars August 7 and 14
Come learn who the IRS Taxpayer Advocate Service is and what they can do for you, August 7 and 14 at 4:00 pm.
News/Announcement | Office of the Comptroller | 07/23/2019
Red Cross Blood Drive Coming to St. Louis City Hall August 15
Sponsored by Comptroller Darlene Green, the semi-annual blood drive raises awareness of sickle cell disease and the need for blood donors.
Press release | Office of the Comptroller | 07/23/2019
Bond Refunding Saves St. Louis Lambert International Airport $29 Million
The Comptroller’s Office delivered a $29.26 million savings for St. Louis Lambert International Airport by refinancing its 2009 airport revenue bonds.
Press release | Office of the Comptroller | 06/27/2019
S&P Raises Rating on Lambert Airport Revenue Bonds, Refunding Moves Forward
Savings in excess of $20 million expected to be generated by the refunding
Press release | Office of the Comptroller | 06/06/2019
Mayor Krewson and Board President Reed block vote to save St. Louis Lambert Airport millions
When passed, refunding the bonds will produce a savings in excess of $20 million for St. Louis Lambert International Airport.
Press release | Office of the Comptroller | 04/16/2019
Comptroller Green supports closing the Medium Security Institution
In a letter to the Close the Workhouse campaign, Comptroller Green states that closing the obsolescent facility is the right thing to do.
Press release | Office of the Comptroller | 04/09/2019
2019 City of St. Louis Long-Range Financial Plan Update Available
The report includes an assessment of progress since 2015, analysis of the city’s current fiscal state and recommendations for increased fiscal health.
Press release | Office of the Comptroller | 03/20/2019
Comptroller Darlene Green Supports a Public Vote on the Privatization of St. Louis Lambert International Airport
The citizens of St. Louis are smart enough and informed enough to make decisions about major assets and long-term economic strategies by public vote.
Press release | Office of the Comptroller | 02/20/2019
Free Tax Preparation Services on February 12th and 19th 2019
Sponsored by Comptroller Darlene Green for low-to-moderate income earners, seniors and individuals with disabilities
Press release | Office of the Comptroller | 02/19/2019
Red Cross Blood Drive at St. Louis City Hall on February 11
Hosted by Comptroller Darlene Green, the drive raises awareness of sickle cell disease and the need for African American blood donors.
Press release | Office of the Comptroller | 02/07/2019
Comptroller’s Office employees deliver for two St. Louis families in need.
Employees adopted two St. Louis families for the holidays, delivering cheer, presents and needed essentials.
News/Announcement | Office of the Comptroller | 01/25/2019
City of St. Louis 2018 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report now available
The City of St. Louis 2018 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report is available, detailing the city’s financial health during fiscal year 2018.
Press release | Office of the Comptroller | 01/15/2019
Comptroller Darlene Green hosts American Red Cross blood drive Feb 11
The semi-annual blood drive raises awareness of sickle cell disease and is held in honor of Dr. Charles Drew during Black History Month.
Press release | Office of the Comptroller | 01/09/2019
Green HELP: Low-Interest Loan Program for Home Energy Efficiency Improvements
The Green HELP low-interest loan program ended December 31, 2018 and is no longer accepting applications.
News/Announcement | Office of the Comptroller | 12/31/2018
City of St. Louis closes $50 million general obligation bond sale
Voters approved the $50 million no-tax-increase bonds for capital improvements in August.
Press release | Office of the Comptroller | 11/19/2018
S&P Rates City of St. Louis Series 2018 GO Bonds an ‘A+’, Affirms ‘Stable’ Outlook and City’s Existing GO Debt as ‘A+’
Voters approved issuance of the no-tax-increase bonds in August for capital investments.
Press release | Office of the Comptroller | 10/22/2018
Comptroller Darlene Green Statement on 2018 MLS Expansion Plan
The Comptroller's Office stands ready to help ensure that the plan is fiscally responsible for city taxpayers.
Press release | Office of the Comptroller | 10/09/2018
Fitch Ratings Issues Positive Outlook for STL Airport Revenue Bonds
Combined trio of Fitch, Moody’s and S&P give St. Louis Lambert International Airport its best ratings in a decade.
Press release | Office of the Comptroller | 10/09/2018
Comptroller Darlene Green Statement in Support of Convention Center Expansion
Joint investment in America’s Center by St. Louis City and County means our region will continue being competitive in drawing national conventions.
Press release | Office of the Comptroller | 10/03/2018
Moody’s Upgrades STL Airport Bonds to A2, Outlook Stable
Moody’s cited St. Louis Lambert International Airport’s positive trajectory in liquidity, declining leverage, and enplanement growth.
Press release | Office of the Comptroller,St. Louis Lambert International Airport | 08/08/2018
Comptroller Darlene Green Statement in Support of $50 Million No-Tax-Increase Bond Issue
On August 7, a “yes” vote on Prop 1 will fund capital investment in public safety and infrastructure needs without raising taxes.
Press release | Office of the Comptroller | 07/09/2018