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City of St. Louis Changes Family and Medical Leave Policy to Align with Other Cities
The changes to the City’s family and medical leave (FML) policy, bring it more in line with that of other cities and governments.
Press release | Office of the Mayor | 08/28/2025
Mayor Spencer Announces Tornado Recovery Advisory Committees
Residents and community members invited to apply
Press release | Office of the Mayor | 08/27/2025
FEMA Denies Request for Individual Assistance Deadline Extension
Residents will still be able to receive assistance on their applications from FEMA staff at the Disaster Recovery Centers.
Press release | Office of the Mayor,City Emergency Management Agency | 08/26/2025
From FEMA: Apply for FEMA Individual Assistance by August 26 Deadline
Both Disaster Recovery Centers will remain open until further notice.
News/Announcement | City Emergency Management Agency | 08/25/2025
Mayor Spencer Signs Executive Order Removing Barriers to Repairing and Rebuilding in Tornado-Impacted Neighborhoods
The scope of this order includes neighborhoods impacted by the May 16 tornado; the City is also beginning work on a zoning code overhaul.
Press release | Cultural Resources Office,Permit Section,Office of the Mayor | 08/25/2025
The Board of Election Commissioners will be closed on Monday, September 1, 2025, in observance of Labor Day.
| Board of Election Commissioners | 08/25/2025
Mayor Spencer Appointing Nate Hayward as Commissioner of Corrections
Spencer announces appointing Nate Hayward as the City’s new commissioner of corrections
Press release | Office of the Mayor | 08/21/2025
From FEMA: Keep Your Recovery on Track – Stay in Touch with FEMA
Information on disaster recovery assistance provided by FEMA.
News/Announcement | City Emergency Management Agency | 08/21/2025
City of St. Louis Launches Landlord Inventory Survey to Help Tornado-Impacted Residents Find Rental Units
Survey open for landlords to list vacant rental units and build citywide housing inventory. Partners to support with resources and housing placement.
Press release | Office of the Mayor | 08/21/2025
CDA Seeks Contractors for Commercial Facade Improvement Program
Opportunities for contractors to improve commercial corridors. Sealed bids due September 10 for facade improvements.
Press release | Community Development Administration | 08/20/2025
Roll Cart Trash Collection Schedule Adjusted to Accommodate Labor Day 2025
Schedule for roll carts will be adjusted to accommodate Labor Day observance on Monday, September 1, 2025
News/Announcement | Refuse Division | 08/20/2025
Mayor Spencer Releases External Report on Tornado Response
Spencer shared with the public the full external report, completed independently by the law firm Carmody MacDonald
Press release | Office of the Mayor | 08/18/2025
City of St. Louis Seeks Public Participation in Major Zoning Upgrade Initiative
The Zoning Upgrade - a modern code to meet the moment - will be the first major rewrite and map update to the city’s zoning code since the 1950s.
Press release | Office of the Mayor,Zoning Section | 08/18/2025
Mayor Spencer Expresses Gratitude for Outgoing Chief of Staff, Announces Successor Chief of Staff and Office Restructure
The mayor also announced a reorganization of the Mayor’s Office to create a clearer and more effective structure and help achieve goals.
Press release | Office of the Mayor | 08/15/2025
City of St. Louis Ends Alley Recycling, Grows Trash Collection Efforts
The City will grow its number of recycling drop-off locations by 50% and commit additional staff to the collection of trash.
Press release | Office of the Mayor,Refuse Division | 08/15/2025
Apply Now for the Commercial Facade Improvement Program
A fresh façade isn’t just an upgrade — it’s an investment in your business and your neighborhood. Don’t miss your chance to make it happen.
Press release | Community Development Administration | 08/12/2025
CDA Awards $3 Million in Supplemental ARPA Funds for Housing
Investments will accelerate affordable housing production and preservation in neighborhoods across St. Louis
Press release | Community Development Administration | 08/12/2025
CDA Announces Opening of 2026 CDBG Funding Cycle and Commercial Facade Program
High priorities include: Affordable Housing, Economic Development, Public Services, and Tornado Recovery. Commercial Facade Applications Open.
Press release | Community Development Administration | 08/11/2025
Flash Flooding Causes Street Closures Across St. Louis
Residents and commuters are strongly urged to avoid flooded areas and use alternative routes.
Press release | City Emergency Management Agency,Office of the Mayor | 08/10/2025
Brightside St. Louis: Centering Community in St. Louis Cleanup and Beautification Efforts
How Brightside St. Louis is creating a greener, cleaner City of St. Louis.
Press release | Community Development Administration | 08/08/2025
From FEMA: One Disaster Recovery Center to Close, Two Staying Open in City of St. Louis
The DRC in the parking lot of Sumner High School will close permanently this Monday, August 11. Two other DRCs are staying open until further notice.
News/Announcement | City Emergency Management Agency | 08/08/2025
Hope House St. Louis: Transitional Housing Done Differently
Where families find support when the unexpected happens, and a safety net becomes a new beginning.
Press release | Community Development Administration | 08/08/2025
Criminal Justice Ministry: Leader in Successful Reentry for Formerly Incarcerated Individuals
Where reentry begins with stability, dignity, and a place to call home.
Press release | Community Development Administration | 08/08/2025
Repairing Homes, Preserving Legacies – Mission: St. Louis’ Healthy Home Repair Program and CDA in Action
How Mission: St. Louis' Healthy Home Repair Program is working with the CDA to preserve generational wealth.
Press release | Community Development Administration | 08/08/2025
Redevelopment on the Horizon for Clinton-Peabody: How Preservation of Affordable Housing is Preserving a Community-Focused Revitalization
Clinton-Peabody’s taking a community-focused approach for their historic redevelopment through partnerships across organizations.
Press release | Community Development Administration | 08/08/2025
DeSales Community Development: Half a Century of Service to the Saint Louis Community
How DeSales dedication to the Saint Louis community has changed the landscape of community development.
Press release | Community Development Administration | 08/08/2025
Beyond Jobs: Empowering St. Louis Jobseekers with Yearlong Support
How Mission: St. Louis' Beyond Jobs program is equipping jobseekers with the necessary skills and assistance to succeed.
Press release | Community Development Administration | 08/08/2025
Restoring Homes, Renewing Lives - Mission: St. Louis’ Minor Home Repair Program
How Mission: St. Louis' Minor Home Repair Program ensures individuals can continue living safely and comfortably in their homes.
Press release | Community Development Administration | 08/07/2025
Sanctuary in the Ordinary (SITO) Baden Hoffen Project - Community Rehabilitation with a Lasting Impact.
With an ARPA allocation from the CDA, SITO is transforming North St. Louis' historic Baden neighborhood one home at a time.
Press release | Community Development Administration | 08/07/2025
Comptroller Baringer Requests Civil Service Commission Investigate Payroll Checks
Statement from Comptroller Baringer regarding her request to the Civil Service Commission to investigate the issuance of payroll checks
News/Announcement | Office of the Comptroller | 08/07/2025
City of St. Louis Announces Funding Assistance Applications for Non-Profit Organizational Work in Tornado Response
The City will contract with the United Way, which will seek proposals from non-profits to cover some of the expenses from the tornado response.
Press release | Department of Human Services,Office of the Mayor | 08/07/2025
Brick by Brick, Block by Block: Building Homeownership in Dutchtown
How St. Joseph's Housing Initiative is building homes in Dutchtown for first time buyers with CDA support.
Press release | Community Development Administration | 08/07/2025
City of St. Louis Acts to Address Next Steps on Construction Contracts in Response to Changing Federal Landscape
Recently, out of an abundance of caution, the City paused its M/WBE certification activities while it assessed the necessary next steps.
Press release | Office of the Mayor | 08/04/2025
Street Department to Introduce New Bike Lane Sweeper
A new, 5-foot wide street sweeper will be used to clean and maintain protected bike lanes and other areas.
Press release | Department of Streets | 08/01/2025
Property Tax Relief Application for Tornado-Damaged Properties Now Available Via Assessor's Office
The office may prorate the assessments for property that has been made "unoccupied and uninhabitable" by a natural disaster.
News/Announcement | Assessor - Real Estate Assessment and Appraisal | 08/01/2025
City of St. Louis Offers Residents Financial Assistance for Past Due Water Bills
The program will help the City’s most vulnerable residents with past-due accounts.
Press release | Office of the Mayor,Water Division | 07/31/2025