Board of Police Commissioners - June 3, 2026

The City of St. Louis Board of Police Commissioners held a meeting on June 3, 2026, focusing heavily on budgetary and procurement matters related to the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department. Key procurement discussions included the approval of contracts for employee assistance and psychological services, awarded to BJC Corporate Health Services and Clinical Associates PC respectively, following competitive bidding processes. The board also considered resolutions to increase salaries for command staff and civilian employees, with significant debate over the fiscal impact, coordination with the city budget office, and the implications of pay parity with the fire department. A motion to table the command staff salary increase resolution until the next meeting on June 17 was passed to allow the city more time for due diligence on budget impacts. Additionally, the board approved a resolution to transfer $5 million into a reinsurance trust fund from unspent budget savings to cover future liabilities. The meeting also included updates on legal services expenditures and the introduction of a new aerial intelligence unit involving drone technology to enhance police response capabilities. The discussions highlighted ongoing challenges in aligning police department budgeting with city-wide fiscal planning under state control, emphasizing the need for improved interdepartmental communication and collaboration.