Board of Estimate & Apportionment

The City of St. Louis Board of Estimate and Apportionment held a special meeting on June 10, 2026, to review and respond to proposed changes to the fiscal year 2027 budget as presented in Board Bill number one. Budget Director Paul Payne detailed approximately 13 proposed amendments, including personnel additions such as a program manager position at the city justice center, building inspector upgrades, and environmental health officer roles, as well as restoring certain positions in the fire department and Emergency Services Department. The meeting also addressed budget corrections, reallocations for security contracts in the recreation division, and adjustments to IT funding sources. The board discussed ensuring recurring personnel costs are supported by recurring revenues, particularly for offices like the Sheriff with offsite accounts. The proposed changes were unanimously approved by the board members present, with an emphasis on collaborative budget management and upcoming fiscal challenges.