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		<title>Rams Bill Supporting Tornado Recovery, Critical Infrastructure Maintenance and Downtown Revitalization to be Introduced Friday</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 21:02:04 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>  Today, Mayor Cara Spencer and President of the Board of Aldermen Megan Green announced a board bill to invest $230 of the City&#8217;s Rams settlement, with $110 million to support tornado recovery and North St. Louis, $65 million going to critical infrastructure maintenance citywide and $55 million for the revitalization of Downtown.This bill is the [&#8230;]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>  Today, Mayor Cara Spencer and President of the Board of Aldermen Megan Green announced a board bill to invest $230 of the City&#8217;s Rams settlement, with $110 million to support tornado recovery and North St. Louis, $65 million going to critical infrastructure maintenance citywide and $55 million for the revitalization of Downtown.This bill is the result of many weeks of collaborative efforts between the Mayor&#8217;s Office, Office of the President of the Board of Aldermen, the Comptroller&#8217;s Office, the Board of Aldermen and a long list of community stakeholders, and is sponsored by President Green.&#8221;The ways we invest these one-time funds must be ambitious, realizable and catalytic, creating a positive cycle of growth that lifts up every St. Louisan and, especially, St. Louisans living in tornado-impacted and generationally disinvested neighborhoods,&#8221; said Mayor Cara Spencer. &#8220;We must also be clear that the Rams funds by themselves are not enough to fully address any of these issues. We have to use each dollar in ways that leverage additional investment from the business and philanthropic communities, as well as state and federal governments. This plan sets out to do exactly that.&#8221;The bill will be introduced by President Green on Friday, May 15.&#8221;I see this bill as an opportunity to bridge long-standing divides in our city through targeted investments, and I want residents to know that we don&#8217;t see this as a first or last step—it&#8217;s just one of many next steps we need to take to rebuild our city,&#8221; said President Green.The total appropriation is divided into three key funds, each designed for high-impact, catalytic results.1. Tornado Recovery &amp; North St. Louis: $110 MillionThis fund supports both recovery and revitalization, investing in housing and neighborhood stability for long-term community resilience.	Tornado Housing and Neighborhood Stabilization ($70M): Dedicated to home repair, housing preservation and production with a focus on CDCs, emergency FEMA/State ineligible demolition, sidewalk repairs and tree removal.	Tornado Resident Support &amp; Rehousing ($5M): Provides critical rental and deposit assistance, non-profit case management and direct goods to aid residents&#8217; recovery.	Program Delivery &amp; Administration ($4M): Ensures proper fiscal compliance, systems and staffing to effectively manage the large-scale tornado recovery effort.	North St. Louis Neighborhood Plan Implementation Fund ($31M): Funds the implementation of Neighborhood Plans adopted by the Planning Commission, including supporting housing accessibility, land assemblage, site preparation and small business funding.Critically, this board bill represents the next phase of the City&#8217;s recovery strategy, following the initial targeted appropriations. The $110 million for North St. Louis Rebuilding scales and creates the long-term strategy from the original $30 million for recovery efforts appropriated in BB31 (2025), the $3.4 million for winter shelter for unhoused and displaced </p><p>The post <a href="https://stlhomelife.com/rams-bill-supporting-tornado-recovery-critical-infrastructure-maintenance-and-downtown-revitalization-to-be-introduced-friday/">Rams Bill Supporting Tornado Recovery, Critical Infrastructure Maintenance and Downtown Revitalization to be Introduced Friday</a> first appeared on <a href="https://stlhomelife.com">STL Homelife</a>.</p>]]></content:encoded>
					
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		<title>SLDC Learn2Tech Program Expands to SLATE</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 21:01:57 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>  ST. LOUIS, MO — The St. Louis Development Corporation&#8217;s Learn2Tech digital literacy training program is expanding to the SLATE Missouri Job Center, bringing free computer and AI training opportunities directly to job seekers and residents looking to strengthen their technology skills. Participants who successfully complete the program will also receive a free laptop and one year [&#8230;]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>  ST. LOUIS, MO — The St. Louis Development Corporation&#8217;s Learn2Tech digital literacy training program is expanding to the SLATE Missouri Job Center, bringing free computer and AI training opportunities directly to job seekers and residents looking to strengthen their technology skills. Participants who successfully complete the program will also receive a free laptop and one year of Wi-Fi access through a hot spot.  In 2025, SLDC launched Learn2Tech as part of the ConnectSTL initiative to help residents build real-world digital skills for work, school, and everyday life. For additional information about other programs, please visit the ConnectSTL portal (https://connect-stl.org/).  The free, 4-week trainings have been held across the city in locations such as the Northside Economic Empowerment Center, Marquette Recreational Center, and Tandy Community Center, and now the classes will also be offered at SLATE&#8217;s computer lab. The classes at SLATE will be offered on Mondays and Wednesdays, from 2 to 4 p.m. The SLATE&#8217;s computer lab is located on the third floor of the SLATE Missouri Job Center at 1520 Market Street.The program will introduce participants to essential computer skills, digital tools, and emerging technologies that are increasingly shaping today&#8217;s workplaces. As artificial intelligence and digital platforms continue to transform industries, digital literacy and computer confidence are becoming important pathways to future career success and economic opportunity. &#8220;Technology skills are becoming essential in nearly every career field, and programs like Learn2Tech help ensure St. Louis residents are prepared for the jobs of today and tomorrow,&#8221; said Connie Johnson, Executive Director of SLATE. &#8220;SLATE is proud and excited to open our office to this advanced computer training opportunity and to partner in creating greater access to digital skills, career readiness, and long-term success for our community.&#8221; Eligibility Requirements:	Must live and reside in a qualified census tract	Eligibility is verified prior to device and internet distribution	Devices and internet access are awarded after successful program completionThe first cohort of students at SLATE starts on June 1, 2026. The second cohort begins July 6, 2026. Participants can sign up through this link.About St. Louis Development Corporation (SLDC) St. Louis Development Corporation (SLDC) is the independent economic development agency serving the City of St. Louis, Missouri. It is an action-oriented organization that exists to empower, develop and transform St. Louis through a vibrant, just and growing economy where all people can thrive. Learn more at developstlouis.org/homestl.About SLATE Missouri Job CenterSLATE is the City of St. Louis government agency providing no-cost services to job seekers and businesses, including employment assistance, job training, and career advancement opportunities. Since 1975, SLATE has remained committed to developing a strong, inclusive wor </p><p>The post <a href="https://stlhomelife.com/sldc-learn2tech-program-expands-to-slate/">SLDC Learn2Tech Program Expands to SLATE</a> first appeared on <a href="https://stlhomelife.com">STL Homelife</a>.</p>]]></content:encoded>
					
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		<title>City of St. Louis and State of Missouri Begin FEMA/SEMA-Funded Demolition of Tornado-Damaged Properties</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 21:01:50 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>  The City of St. Louis and the State of Missouri today announced the start of federally and state-funded demolition of tornado-damaged properties in North St. Louis, with an initial 19 properties and up to 65 structures in total. The state-managed program, supported by funding from the State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA) and the Federal Emergency [&#8230;]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>  The City of St. Louis and the State of Missouri today announced the start of federally and state-funded demolition of tornado-damaged properties in North St. Louis, with an initial 19 properties and up to 65 structures in total. The state-managed program, supported by funding from the State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA) and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Private Property Debris Removal (PPDR) program, began safely removing structurally compromised properties today, Thursday, May 14, with two properties in the Academy/Sherman Park and Fountain Park neighborhoods, clearing the path for neighborhood rebuilding.FEMA-eligible demolitions are being conducted by state-contracted firms under the oversight of SEMA, in close coordination with the City of St. Louis Recovery Office, Building Division and Department of Health. Both City and State demolition programs are now fully active, with combined funding to support more than 470 demolitions in the tornado zone, over 70% of which were vacant or condemned pre-tornado.&#8221;For the families on these blocks, every damaged structure is a daily reminder of what they lost. Demolishing the buildings that can&#8217;t be salvaged doesn&#8217;t make the community whole, but it does mean we&#8217;re seeing long-awaited progress and clearing a path for rebuilding,&#8221; said Mayor Cara Spencer. &#8220;I&#8217;m grateful for the efforts of our Recovery Office and Building Division to get these properties ready for demolition, and to FEMA and the State of Missouri for their partnership with the City.&#8221;FEMA PPDR Program at a Glance	Properties cleared for demolition in this phase: 19 permits issued, with up to 65 identified in the pipeline	Neighborhoods: Greater Ville, Kingsway East, Academy/Sherman Park, Fountain Park, Lewis Place, The Ville, Vandeventer, O&#8217;Fallon, Penrose	Start date: Thursday, May 14	Resident hotline: STLRecovers at 833-925-0977How the Program WorksProperties included in this phase have been identified through owner requests for demolition, verified with structural assessments by the City&#8217;s Building Division and approved by the State and FEMA based on criteria for federally reimbursable demolition. Demolitions in this program proceed only after the property owner has signed a right-of-entry (ROE) agreement authorizing the State and its contractors to perform the work at no cost to the owner.Property owners who have not yet signed a right-of-entry agreement and believe their property may qualify can contact the Recovery Office at 833-925-0977. ROE applications closed on February 28, but late applications will be considered if the property is likely eligible under the FEMA program.For non-FEMA eligible tornado-damaged properties, $10 million in state funding from Senate Bill 1 was allocated to the City for a pilot project to cover demolition costs for 120 properties along major street corridors.&#8221;Debris removal is underway, and we recognize the multiple barriers and obstacles that our team has overcome in this process. In an </p><p>The post <a href="https://stlhomelife.com/city-of-st-louis-and-state-of-missouri-begin-fema-sema-funded-demolition-of-tornado-damaged-properties/">City of St. Louis and State of Missouri Begin FEMA/SEMA-Funded Demolition of Tornado-Damaged Properties</a> first appeared on <a href="https://stlhomelife.com">STL Homelife</a>.</p>]]></content:encoded>
					
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		<title>Roll Cart Trash Collection Schedule Adjusted to Accommodate Memorial Day 2026</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Lou]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 01:01:13 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>  The City of St. Louis Refuse Division would like to remind residents with roll carts that the trash collection schedule will be adjusted to accommodate Memorial Day observance on Monday, May 25, 2026.Residents who normally have their roll carts collected on Mondays (solid waste) and Thursdays (recycling) will have their trash collected on Tuesday, May [&#8230;]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>  The City of St. Louis Refuse Division would like to remind residents with roll carts that the trash collection schedule will be adjusted to accommodate Memorial Day observance on Monday, May 25, 2026.Residents who normally have their roll carts collected on Mondays (solid waste) and Thursdays (recycling) will have their trash collected on Tuesday, May 26, 2026 and recyclables collected on Thursday, May 28, 2026.Residents who normally have their roll carts collected on Tuesdays (solid waste) and Fridays (recycling) will receive trash collection on Wednesday, May 27, 2026 and recyclables collected on Friday, May 29, 2026.The yard waste collection will resume on Wednesday, June 3, 2026.For convenient reference see the Refuse Division website where residents can also find answers to questions about Remodeling and Renovation, Illegal Dumping, Bulky and B.O.A.T. Items (Batteries, Oil, Appliances, Tires), Yard Waste and Christmas Trees, and Recycling. Also for hazardous waste, please check out our program. </p><p>The post <a href="https://stlhomelife.com/roll-cart-trash-collection-schedule-adjusted-to-accommodate-memorial-day-2026/">Roll Cart Trash Collection Schedule Adjusted to Accommodate Memorial Day 2026</a> first appeared on <a href="https://stlhomelife.com">STL Homelife</a>.</p>]]></content:encoded>
					
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		<title>City of St. Louis Moves Over 120 Approved Properties Into Demolition Pipeline With State SB1 Funding Support</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 17:11:01 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>  The City of St. Louis Recovery Office today announced that over 120 tornado-damaged properties have been submitted and approved by the State of Missouri for demolition under the Senate Bill 1 (SB1) demolition program. 36 demolitions are actively underway or have been completed, and the remaining will be completed over the next few months.The SB1 [&#8230;]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>  The City of St. Louis Recovery Office today announced that over 120 tornado-damaged properties have been submitted and approved by the State of Missouri for demolition under the Senate Bill 1 (SB1) demolition program. 36 demolitions are actively underway or have been completed, and the remaining will be completed over the next few months.The SB1 demolition program allocates $10 million directly to the City of St. Louis to demolish tornado-damaged properties that are not eligible for federal private property debris removal assistance. The majority of properties in the pilot, 74%, were already vacant and condemned before the May 2025 tornado. The disaster made these properties acutely dangerous, but FEMA and standard insurance do not cover demolition for properties in this condition. SB1 is the funding mechanism that allows the City to address them. Approximately 50% of demolitions are involuntary condemnations, in which the property owner did not apply for or was deemed ineligible for the City&#8217;s Private Property Assistance, and will ultimately be billed for demolition costs.&#8221;Rebuilding the neighborhoods that were devastated by the tornado has to start with visible progress on removing dangerous properties like these that have no chance of getting repaired, while supporting residents repairing and moving back into their homes,&#8221; said Mayor Cara Spencer. &#8220;I am grateful for our partnership with the State, helping us move forward on these demolitions of properties that are not FEMA eligible.&#8221;Where the work is happeningThe more than 120 approved properties focus on major street corridors and span 12 North St. Louis neighborhoods, with the heaviest concentrations in Greater Ville, Fountain Park, and Academy. Significant additional work is underway in Penrose, O&#8217;Fallon, Lewis Place and Kingsway East. Together, the properties total approximately 362,000 square feet of structures to be cleared.Why SB1 was neededFEMA&#8217;s Private Property Demolition Removal program does not cover demolition costs for properties that were vacant, condemned, commercial, or entity-owned, such as LLCs, prior to the disaster. For tornado-damaged properties in St. Louis that fall outside federal eligibility, the SB1 pilot is the funding pathway that allows the City to clear them. Without SB1, these properties would remain in their tornado-damaged state. The State of Missouri enacted Senate Bill 1 in late 2025 to create this pathway, allocating $10 million to St. Louis for the pilot. The City and State agreed on a direct reimbursement model with a 7% administrative fee paid by the State.&#8221;This is the work of partnership between a city and a state. The properties we are clearing are properties no one else was going to address. SB1 makes this possible,&#8221; said Chief Recovery Officer Julian Nicks.This work will occur alongside more than 350 potential FEMA private property debris removal, city emergency, and LRA DED-funded demolitions. The City estimates that as many as 1,600 potential demol </p><p>The post <a href="https://stlhomelife.com/city-of-st-louis-moves-over-120-approved-properties-into-demolition-pipeline-with-state-sb1-funding-support/">City of St. Louis Moves Over 120 Approved Properties Into Demolition Pipeline With State SB1 Funding Support</a> first appeared on <a href="https://stlhomelife.com">STL Homelife</a>.</p>]]></content:encoded>
					
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		<title>City of St. Louis Offers Free Summer Camps, Pools, Sports and Youth Employment Programs for Kids and Young Adults</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 19:01:47 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>  For thousands of St. Louis kids &#8211; and their parents &#8211; the end of the school year is quickly approaching. The City of St. Louis offers several programs for kids, families and young adults to provide fun, safe and nurturing experiences.&#8221;Summer break is one of the most fun times of the year, but it&#8217;s also [&#8230;]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>  For thousands of St. Louis kids &#8211; and their parents &#8211; the end of the school year is quickly approaching. The City of St. Louis offers several programs for kids, families and young adults to provide fun, safe and nurturing experiences.&#8221;Summer break is one of the most fun times of the year, but it&#8217;s also a stressful time for parents and a part of the year when it&#8217;s extremely important that our kids have fun and safe activities to take part in,&#8221; said Mayor Cara Spencer. &#8220;That&#8217;s why I&#8217;m so proud of our City departments for continuing to offer free, high-quality programming for children and youths throughout the summer months.&#8221;In an effort to further expand the number of opportunities for young St. Louisans, the fiscal year 2027 budget that the Board of Estimate and Apportionment sent to the Board of Aldermen in April includes an additional $1 million for summer youth employment programming.To make it easier for families to connect with summer camps, pools, sports, youth employment programs and more, information and registration links are available on the Summer Activities for Youth and Families web page.Recreation Division ProgramsLearn to swim, join one of the City&#8217;s youth sports programs in basketball, baseball, soccer and more, sign up for a dance program or take up boxing. These are just a few of the programs the City of St. Louis Recreation Division is offering around the city this summer. Learn more and register here.Summer CampThe City of St. Louis is offering free full-day summer camps at several recreation centers between June 1 and August 7. Camps feature several fun activities in fields including the outdoors, STEM, golf and cinema production. Breakfast, lunch and a snack are served each day. Spots are filling up quickly, so learn more and sign up today.City Swimming PoolsThe 2026 Outdoor Pool Season begins on Saturday, May 23, and runs to Labor Day weekend. There is no entry fee or charge to swim.A one-time registration is requested in advance of arriving at the pool using the City of St. Louis Recreation Programs site. After clicking the link, scroll to the pool you plan to visit to register.Outdoor Pool Schedule	Chambers Pool, 3115 Franklin Ave., at Compton Ave., 314-534-7953.	Hours: 7 days a week, 12 p.m. &#8211; 6 p.m. (Closed during shift change, 2:30 p.m. &#8211; 3:30 p.m.)	Fairground Park Pool, 4011 Natural Bridge Ave. @ Grand Blvd., 314-534-9219.	Hours: 7 days a week, 12 p.m. &#8211; 6 p.m. (Closed during shift change, 2:30 p.m. &#8211; 3:30 p.m.)	Marquette Park Pool, 4025 Minnesota Ave., 314-353-1250.	Hours: Monday &#8211; Sunday, 12 p.m. &#8211; 6 p.m. Marquette requires its own pre-registration for a pool pass for all individuals, including children. You may register for a pass at any time. Passes may be picked up at the Marquette Recreation Center Monday through Friday (8:00 a.m. &#8211; 11:30 a.m.) and Saturdays (9:00 a.m. &#8211; 11:30 a.m.).An adult must accompany children 13 and under.The City of St. Louis is hiring lifeguards ($17.00/hr). Applicants must be at le </p><p>The post <a href="https://stlhomelife.com/city-of-st-louis-offers-free-summer-camps-pools-sports-and-youth-employment-programs-for-kids-and-young-adults/">City of St. Louis Offers Free Summer Camps, Pools, Sports and Youth Employment Programs for Kids and Young Adults</a> first appeared on <a href="https://stlhomelife.com">STL Homelife</a>.</p>]]></content:encoded>
					
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		<title>Basketball Courts in City of St. Louis Parks and Recreation Centers Get a Refresh</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 23:01:20 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<img width="150" height="113" src="https://stlhomelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Johntae-King-Kendall-Perryman-3-smaller-m8j95T-150x113.jpg" class="attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="Basketball Courts in City of St. Louis Parks and Recreation Centers Get a Refresh" title="Basketball Courts in City of St. Louis Parks and Recreation Centers Get a Refresh" decoding="async" srcset="https://stlhomelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Johntae-King-Kendall-Perryman-3-smaller-m8j95T-150x113.jpg 150w, https://stlhomelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Johntae-King-Kendall-Perryman-3-smaller-m8j95T-300x225.jpg 300w, https://stlhomelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Johntae-King-Kendall-Perryman-3-smaller-m8j95T.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px" /><p>  Just in time for warm weather months when residents of all ages will be spending more time outdoors, the City of St. Louis has received nearly 100 basketball nets through State Farm Red Nets. The program is dedicated to helping communities replace missing or damaged basketball nets at community courts.&#8221;With 109 parks in the City [&#8230;]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<img width="150" height="113" src="https://stlhomelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Johntae-King-Kendall-Perryman-3-smaller-m8j95T-150x113.jpg" class="attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="Basketball Courts in City of St. Louis Parks and Recreation Centers Get a Refresh" title="Basketball Courts in City of St. Louis Parks and Recreation Centers Get a Refresh" decoding="async" srcset="https://stlhomelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Johntae-King-Kendall-Perryman-3-smaller-m8j95T-150x113.jpg 150w, https://stlhomelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Johntae-King-Kendall-Perryman-3-smaller-m8j95T-300x225.jpg 300w, https://stlhomelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Johntae-King-Kendall-Perryman-3-smaller-m8j95T.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px" /><p><img decoding="async" src="https://www.stlouis-mo.gov/government/departments/parks/news/images/Johntae-King-Kendall-Perryman-3-smaller.JPG" title="Basketball Courts in City of St. Louis Parks and Recreation Centers Get a Refresh" />  Just in time for warm weather months when residents of all ages will be spending more time outdoors, the City of St. Louis has received nearly 100 basketball nets through State Farm Red Nets. The program is dedicated to helping communities replace missing or damaged basketball nets at community courts.&#8221;With 109 parks in the City of St. Louis, maintenance and upkeep is a challenge our department faces each day.&#8221; said Kim Haegele, City of St. Louis Parks Commissioner. &#8220;We welcome the support from the State Farm Red Nets Program to outfit our basketball courts where nets are missing or have become worn. These new nets will go a long way to improve the courts and the players&#8217; experience. Nothing beats the swishing sound of a basketball dropping into a net.&#8221; An estimated 90 percent of public basketball hoops are missing nets. Throughout the country, State Farm is building community and working to turn courts back into symbols of neighborhood pride.&#8221;Being a good neighbor means showing up for the community. For us, that includes the local basketball court, which is a hub for neighborhoods everywhere,&#8221; said Alyson Griffin, Head of Marketing at State Farm. &#8220;Our Red Nets program is about more than just replacing worn or missing nets; it&#8217;s about restoring the energy, pride, and joy that comes with every swish. We&#8217;re teaming up with the City of St. Louis, to make sure these courts remain a space where players of all ages can gather, play, and connect. Because when a community plays together, it grows stronger together.&#8221; Basketball courts in Sherman Park and Wohl Recreation Center, which is located within the park, are among those receiving new nets. &#8220;Throughout the year, St. Louis Recreation Centers provide welcoming and safe places for children and adults alike to exercise, play their favorite sport, and learn new ones,&#8221; said Juakena Callion, City of St. Louis Recreation Commissioner. &#8220;Basketball is a favorite sport, and having quality courts where residents can gather and play helps provide a positive outlet and a place to build and maintain friendships. These nets are good for both the players and the neighborhoods that are home to our basketball courts.&#8221;Learn more about City of St. Louis Parks, Recreation, and Forestry and State Farm® Red Nets.  </p><p>The post <a href="https://stlhomelife.com/basketball-courts-in-city-of-st-louis-parks-and-recreation-centers-get-a-refresh/">Basketball Courts in City of St. Louis Parks and Recreation Centers Get a Refresh</a> first appeared on <a href="https://stlhomelife.com">STL Homelife</a>.</p>]]></content:encoded>
					
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		<title>City of St. Louis Shares Updated Proposal for Data Center Regulation, Invites Public to Second Hearing</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 20:56:49 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>  The City of St. Louis Planning and Urban Design Agency has shared an updated framework proposal for data center zoning regulations as the City seeks to establish clear and thoughtful rules on where and under what conditions and requirements data centers could be allowed in the City of St. Louis. The second of two public [&#8230;]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>  The City of St. Louis Planning and Urban Design Agency has shared an updated framework proposal for data center zoning regulations as the City seeks to establish clear and thoughtful rules on where and under what conditions and requirements data centers could be allowed in the City of St. Louis. The second of two public hearings is scheduled for Monday, May 18.The updated framework, based on additional research and community feedback, treats data centers even more cautiously than the initial framework, includes many changes to the minimum conditions to address specific concerns and requires a community benefits agreement for any large project.The updated framework is available to the public. All changes, including new requirements and updated language, are highlighted in the report. Key changes include:	Lowering the megawattage threshold between the &#8220;standard&#8221; and &#8220;major&#8221; data center types to better control appropriate development outside of industrial districts	Establishing new e-waste recycling requirements	Reorganization of the regulations for clarity and legibility	Heightened standards for generators to minimize environmental health impacts	Revising the approach to data centers Downtown and in mixed-use districts to preserve office, retail and housing opportunities, and to remove barriers to adaptive reuse projects	Revising renewable energy requirements in accordance with technical advice, acknowledging the constraints of limited renewable supply in the region	Requiring agreements that avoid negative impacts to the City&#8217;s water system	Requiring ongoing reporting and monitoringCommunity members have shared feedback in writing and at the Feb. 11 Planning Commission public hearing. A second public hearing will take place in the Kennedy Room (room 208) of City Hall, 1200 Market St., at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, May 18.The public hearing may be attended in person and virtually. The Zoom details are:	https://stlouis-mo-gov.zoom.us/j/81699258307?pwd=Ry90QWdlc2hUZ1ZNeHB5UG4wNXVadz09	(253) 215-8782	Meeting ID: 816 9925 8307	Password: 149154Written comments may be submitted to the Planning Commission in advance of the May 18 hearing via an online form or by emailing planning-commission@stlouis-mo.gov.Staff will also present this framework during a Zoom-based informational webinar on May 11 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. This webinar is intended to further explain the updated framework to the public to facilitate further understanding and refinement. The public can join at: https://stlouis-mo-gov.zoom.us/j/82986212175.The Planning Commission may vote on whether to recommend approval of new data center regulations at the May 18 meeting. Any new zoning rules would only come into effect once passed by the Board of Aldermen and signed by the mayor. Once in effect, new rules would replace the interim approach established by Executive Order 92 and Resolution 111. </p><p>The post <a href="https://stlhomelife.com/city-of-st-louis-shares-updated-proposal-for-data-center-regulation-invites-public-to-second-hearing/">City of St. Louis Shares Updated Proposal for Data Center Regulation, Invites Public to Second Hearing</a> first appeared on <a href="https://stlhomelife.com">STL Homelife</a>.</p>]]></content:encoded>
					
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		<title>City of St. Louis Proposed FY2027 Budget Approved by Board of Estimate and Apportionment, Focuses on Workforce, Public Safety and Neighborhood Stability</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 21:01:20 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>  The Board of Estimate and Apportionment has approved sending the proposed fiscal year 2027 budget to the Board of Aldermen for review and approval. The $1.41 billion budget reflects a modest 0.2% increase over the previous fiscal year, prioritizing strategic investments in all City employees, public safety infrastructure and neighborhood stabilization.&#8221;This is a responsible budget [&#8230;]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>  The Board of Estimate and Apportionment has approved sending the proposed fiscal year 2027 budget to the Board of Aldermen for review and approval. The $1.41 billion budget reflects a modest 0.2% increase over the previous fiscal year, prioritizing strategic investments in all City employees, public safety infrastructure and neighborhood stabilization.&#8221;This is a responsible budget that ensures our City&#8217;s fiscal stability while investing in our hard-working staff, better city services, and public safety,&#8221; said Mayor Cara Spencer. &#8220;Budgets are the art of the possible and of compromise, and I am confident that this budget will help us make St. Louis a better place to live, work and visit.&#8221;A Balanced and Transparent Financial FutureThe fiscal year 2027 budget is balanced and maintains healthy reserves despite economic uncertainties.	Strong Reserves: The General Fund reserve stands at $154.1 million, or 24.2% of the FY27 budget, which exceeds the Government Finance Officers Association&#8217;s best practice of 16.6%.	Fiscal Stability: Revenues are stabilizing as earnings and payroll tax refunds level off. The General Fund is projected to grow by 1.7% to $637.1 million.	Pension Management: Due to improved market performance, budgeted pension contributions will decrease by $6.5 million. Current pension systems remain fairly well-funded at approximately 80%.Key Provisions and Community BenefitsThe FY2027 budget outlines several critical initiatives designed to improve city services and quality of life for all residents:Investing in the City Workforce	Competitive Pay: $18 million is allocated for pay adjustments for City workers, including bringing entry-level salaries to market-competitive levels to aid recruitment.	Retention: Most City employees will receive a 3% salary adjustment, while uniformed police and firefighters will see a 7% increase.Enhancing Public Safety	Police Funding: The Police Department will receive an $8.6 million (4.3%) increase to cover salary and operational needs.	Infrastructure: $5 million in ARPA interest is reappropriated to complete the 911 Dispatch Center project.	Emergency Planning: Funding for the City Emergency Management Agency will increase by $300,000 for additional staffing and emergency planning.	Violence Prevention: Office of Violence Prevention funded with $8.8 million, to reduce crime and improve neighborhood safety by addressing root causes of violence, providing crisis response, youth programming, re-entry services and more.Neighborhood Stabilization and Social Services	Housing and Blight: The budget includes a $4 million increase for derelict building demolition (totaling $9.3 million) and $2 million for Forestry Division clean-up efforts.	Emergency Support: $2 million is dedicated to the &#8220;Code Blue&#8221; emergency housing program.	Community Investment: Local Use Tax funds are allocated for affordable housing ($6.7 million), violence prevention ($8.8 million), and a Health Care Trust Fund ($5 million).Improving City Servic </p><p>The post <a href="https://stlhomelife.com/city-of-st-louis-proposed-fy2027-budget-approved-by-board-of-estimate-and-apportionment-focuses-on-workforce-public-safety-and-neighborhood-stability/">City of St. Louis Proposed FY2027 Budget Approved by Board of Estimate and Apportionment, Focuses on Workforce, Public Safety and Neighborhood Stability</a> first appeared on <a href="https://stlhomelife.com">STL Homelife</a>.</p>]]></content:encoded>
					
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		<pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 19:04:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>  Due to predicted severe weather, afternoon court sessions in Court 3 and Court 4 are canceled for Monday April 27 </p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>  Due to predicted severe weather, afternoon court sessions in Court 3 and Court 4 are canceled for Monday April 27 </p><p>The post <a href="https://stlhomelife.com/cancellations/">Cancellations</a> first appeared on <a href="https://stlhomelife.com">STL Homelife</a>.</p>]]></content:encoded>
					
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