Housing, Urban Development & Zoning Committee - June 3, 2026

The City of St. Louis Housing, Urban Development & Zoning Committee held a meeting on June 3, 2026, primarily focused on discussing Board Bill 22, which proposes allocating $230 million from the RAM settlement fund to address citywide needs. The bill prioritizes tornado recovery and rebuilding in North St. Louis, citywide infrastructure investments including a $30 million water infrastructure fund, and downtown revitalization. Public testimony overwhelmingly emphasized the urgent need for increased funding—many speakers advocated for at least $150 million to be directed specifically to North St. Louis to support housing repairs, neighborhood revitalization, and small business recovery following the devastating tornado. Concerns were raised about the pace and equity of fund distribution, with calls to reallocate some downtown and infrastructure funds to the north side. The committee acknowledged the insufficiency of the proposed funding relative to the estimated $1.6 billion in tornado damage and expressed commitment to accelerating aid delivery and ensuring accountability. The meeting concluded with plans for further hearings and ongoing community engagement to refine funding allocations and expedite recovery efforts.