Board of Aldermen - July 10, 2026

The City of St. Louis Board of Aldermen convened on July 10, 2026, addressing several procurement and budget-related matters. Key discussions included the introduction and suspension of rules to advance Board Bill 62, which authorizes the 2026 citywide 50/50 sidewalk program involving construction and reconstruction of sidewalks, gutters, streets, and related infrastructure. The board also considered Board Bill 60, appropriating $2,656,000 for a specified period, and Board Bill 52, which appropriates $13,529,900 related to the city public transit sales tax trust fund. A notable procurement-related debate centered on Board Bill 32, authorizing acceptance of a sub-award grant from Bloomberg Philanthropies for youth climate action initiatives, with some members questioning the appropriateness of the grant being administered through the Office of the President of the Board of Aldermen rather than a city department. The board passed several ordinances related to zoning regulations for data centers, mobile food vendor licensing, and traffic calming measures. Additionally, resolutions supporting labor union efforts and honoring community leaders were adopted. The meeting concluded with announcements of upcoming sessions to finalize data center regulations and other business.