# St. Louis Workforce Development Board - September 22, 2026


**Body:** City of St. Louis, Missouri
**Date:** September 21, 2026
**Jurisdiction:** SLED

**Tags:** Education, Professional Services, Grants & Funding, Contracting Vehicles


The St. Louis Workforce Development Board held a meeting on September 22, 2026, focusing on workforce initiatives and program updates. Key procurement-related discussions included updates on eligible training providers, with 13 new providers added and ongoing pilot programs. The board also discussed the importance of apprenticeship programs, including a significant state grant emphasizing apprenticeship development and placement. The board highlighted efforts to streamline services, enhance employer engagement, and utilize new funding sources, including grants and contracts, to support workforce training and re-entry programs. Additionally, the board reviewed compliance monitoring results and corrective actions related to fund tracking systems. Upcoming job fairs and outreach events were also announced to support employment opportunities. No specific contract awards or vendor selections were detailed, but the meeting emphasized ongoing procurement activities related to training providers and apprenticeship program development.

**Source:** City of St. Louis, Missouri