Mayor Cara Spencer and Board of Aldermen President Megan Green introduced legislation this month that directs $230 million in Rams Settlement funds toward key city priorities. The allocation breaks down as follows: $110 million for North St. Louis revitalization, $65 million for infrastructure upgrades citywide, $55 million for Downtown redevelopment, and $25 million held in reserve.
St. Louis faces numerous pressing challenges, and this funding bill tackles several critical areas. By directing the bulk of resources to North St. Louis reconstruction while simultaneously improving aging infrastructure and strategically investing in Downtown growth, the bill works toward job creation, increased economic activity, and sustainable regional development.
The Bottom Line
Downtown St. Louis serves as the economic hub for both the city and the broader region. Strategic investments in Downtown now will generate significant benefits well into the future. The city must simultaneously pursue aggressive revitalization of North St. Louis and citywide infrastructure improvements while building long-term economic strength and tax base growth, beginning with Downtown.
✅ Contact the St. Louis Board of Aldermen by phone or letter to voice your support for Board Bill 22 and the $55 million Downtown investment allocation.
