City of Webster Groves Council Meeting 06/03/2026

The City of Webster Groves held a council meeting on June 3, 2026, which included discussions on appointments to the sustainability and green space commissions, updates on various community and economic development initiatives, and a detailed public hearing on the proposed fiscal year 2027 city budget. The budget presentation highlighted key financial assumptions, including a 3% cost-of-living adjustment for general employees, a 1.5% merit increase, and a budget amendment to fund a $432,000 police collective bargaining agreement. The council also discussed capital improvement projects such as the parking garage and service center, and addressed concerns about street maintenance and public safety facility upgrades. Public comments raised issues about budget deficits, economic growth strategies, and street repair quality. The council unanimously approved the budget amendment for the police CBA and planned further reviews of planning department staffing and police facility security upgrades. The meeting concluded with the approval of the consent agenda and a closed session for attorney-client privilege and personnel matters.