Public Infrastructure and Utilites Committee - July 15, 2026

The City of St. Louis Public Infrastructure and Utilities Committee met on July 15, 2026, to review and discuss Board Bill 62, which concerns the annual allocation of St. Louis Works funds. This fund, derived from a half-cent utility tax, is distributed among the city's aldermen to support street and sidewalk projects, including the 50/50 sidewalk program. The committee heard from Mr. Gurtler, the new 50/50 sidewalk program manager, and Commissioner Flake of the Streets Department, who provided updates on current paving projects and the program's status. The total allocation for the year is approximately $6 million, with about $270,000 allocated per ward, an increase from the previous year. The committee passed Board Bill 62 with a unanimous do pass recommendation, enabling the funds to be used for infrastructure improvements in the various wards. No additional procurement actions or contract awards were discussed during the meeting.