Board of Aldermen - August 28, 2026

The City of St. Louis Board of Aldermen convened on August 28, 2026, with a primary focus on legislative matters concerning data center regulations and related urban development issues. Key procurement-related discussions included the consideration and amendment of Board Bill 49, which established zoning regulations for data centers, including density limits and renewable energy credit requirements. The board debated amendments addressing data center density caps within certain districts, ground floor activation requirements, and renewable energy waivers, reflecting a balance between economic development and community impact. Additionally, Board Bill 55 was perfected to prohibit local tax incentives for data centers, ensuring that such facilities contribute fully to city revenues. The board also approved an appropriation ordinance (Board Bill 60) allocating $2,656,000 for Metro By State for the fiscal year 2026-2027. Several mayoral appointments to various community improvement districts and boards were confirmed. The meeting concluded with resolutions related to public school engagement and other city business. Overall, the session demonstrated extensive deliberation on policies affecting future procurement and development opportunities related to data centers and urban infrastructure in St. Louis.