St. Louis, MO — May 29, 2026 — The St. Louis Board of Aldermen convened on Friday, May 29, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. in the Board of Aldermen Chambers for their regular meeting. Vice President Shane Cohn presided over a session marked by significant legislative actions and community-oriented resolutions.

Major Legislative Actions

Approval of Board Bill 12: Classified Service Employee Regulations

A key highlight was the perfection of Board Bill Number 12, introduced by Alderman Rasheen Aldridge and cosponsored by several members including President Megan Green and Alderwoman Daniela Velázquez. This ordinance regulates employer-employee relationships within the City’s Classified Service. It covers compensation plans, employment terms, benefits, leaves of absence, and authorizes a Deferred Compensation Plan. The bill repeals Ordinance 71963 and will take effect June 14, 2026.

The motion to perfect the bill passed unanimously with all 15 members present voting aye.

Introduction of New Board Bills

Several new ordinances were introduced for first reading, including:

• Board Bill 28: Mandating water meter installations on certain service connections in the city.
• Board Bill 29: Authorizing the Office of Recovery to accept disaster relief funding.
• Board Bill 30: Closing a loophole related to the City’s Sunshine Portal transparency requirements.
• Board Bill 31: Appropriating over $21 million for Parking Division expenses for fiscal year 2026-2027.
• Board Bill 32: Accepting a grant from Bloomberg Philanthropies for youth climate leadership programs.

These bills were referred to appropriate committees for further consideration.

Resolutions Supporting Local Development and Community Events

Resolution 33: Support for Winland Foods Expansion with Tax Abatement

The Board recommended that the City of St. Louis Port Authority provide an 80% personal property tax abatement for ten years to support Winland Foods’ $35 million expansion project at 611 Marceau Avenue. The project is expected to create 25 new jobs and retain 90 existing positions, contributing to local economic growth.

Resolution 35: Commemorating Pride Month and PrideFest 2026

The Board unanimously adopted Resolution Number 35, introduced by Alderwoman Jami Cox Antwi, honoring Pride Month and PrideFest 2026 in St. Louis. The resolution highlights the history of LGBTQIA+ advocacy in the city since the first Pride Celebration in 1980 and affirms the City’s commitment to inclusion and equality.

PrideFest events are scheduled for June 27-28 in Downtown St. Louis, featuring live entertainment, a grand parade, community organizations, and family-friendly activities.

Community Appointments Approved

• Margaret McDonald was appointed to the Airport Arts Advisory Committee with her term expiring in December 2029.
• Stephen Westbrooks (new appointment) and Emily Andrews (reappointment) were confirmed to the Clean Energy Development Board (PACE), with terms extending through May 2030.

Courtesy Resolution Celebrates Local Business Milestone

The Board celebrated the 25th anniversary of Central West End Bed and Breakfast Inn, LLC, recognizing owner Henrietta Taylor’s contributions to hospitality and community service. Established in 2001 as the largest Black-owned bed and breakfast in the Midwest, it remains a vital part of St. Louis’s cultural fabric.

Upcoming Meetings and Announcements

• Full Board Meeting scheduled for Friday, June 5, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. in the Chambers.
• Various committee meetings throughout the week including HUDZ, Budget and Public Employees, and Public Infrastructure.

Meeting Adjourned

The meeting concluded at 10:51 a.m. with all members present.

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St. Louis Board of Aldermen’s May 29, 2026 meeting featured key legislation on employee regulations, disaster relief funding, water meter mandates, tax abatements for local business expansion, and a resolution commemorating Pride Month. The Board also approved important community appointments and celebrated a local business milestone.

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