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Community and Culture

Came up in 338 agenda items at 51 meetings.

338 agenda items

March 13, 2026Full Board Meeting
- Res. #261 — Now therefore be it resolved by this Honorable Board of Aldermen of the City of St. Louis, that we pause in our deliberations to recognize and honor the life, legacy, and outstanding accomplishments of Robert Anthony Dobynes, Sr. Resolution 261 · 2025–2026
- Res. #262 — NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by The Board of Aldermen of The City of St. Louis that we pause in our deliberations to recognize, honor, and celebrate Pastor Marcus Aaron Divine on his Twenty-First Pastoral Anniversary. Resolution 262 · 2025–2026
- Res. #263 — NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Aldermen of the City of St. Louis that we pause in our deliberations to honor the life of Earl Smith Senior. Resolution 263 · 2025–2026
March 6, 2026Full Board Meeting
- Res. #257 — Now therefore be it resolved by the Board of Aldermen of the City of St. Louis, that this Honorable Board pause in our deliberations to join the sponsor of this resolution in expressing her deepest sympathy to the family of Ms. Sarah Lynette Gleason upon her passing. Resolution 257 · 2025–2026
February 27, 2026Full Board of Aldermen
- Res. #250 — NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Aldermen of the City of St. Louis that we pause in our deliberations to recognize and appreciate Deaconess Ernestine Jones-Gordon for her dedication, service, and commitment to God and to Central Baptist Church. Resolution 250 · 2025–2026
- Res. #251 — NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Aldermen of the City of St. Louis that we pause in our deliberations to recognize and commend Ms. Delores Rich (Ms. Dee), to her family, and to the families of Shawn Nunley and Leon Roberts, as a token of appreciation and recognition for their roles in strengthening the fabric of our community. Resolution 251 · 2025–2026
- Res. #252 — NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Board of Aldermen honors Leon Roberts and Shawn Nunley for their heroic actions in rescuing Ms. Delores Rich (Ms. Dee) from the freezing waters of O’Fallon Park, demonstrating extraordinary courage, presence of mind, and selflessness in service to others Resolution 252 · 2025–2026
- Res. #253 — NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Aldermen of the City of St. Louis that we pause in our deliberations to recognize and celebrate the noteworthy impact of Elliot Davis. Resolution 253 · 2025–2026
- Res. #254 — NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Aldermen of the City of St. Louis that we pause in our deliberations to recognize and honor Christine Dragonette for twelve years of exemplary leadership as Director of Social Ministry at St. Francis Xavier College Church, recognizing her tireless commitment to social justice, compassion, and community empowerment. Resolution 254 · 2025–2026
February 20, 2026Full Board of Aldermen
- Res. #246 — Now therefore be it resolved by the Board of Aldermen of the City of St. Louis that we pause in our deliberations to recognize and commend Detective Gregory Rodden for his outstanding investigative work, dedication, and service to the citizens of the Second Police District and the City of St. Louis, and to congratulate him on being named Detective of the Year in 2025. Resolution 246 · 2025–2026
- Res. #247 — Now therefore be it resolved by the Board of Aldermen of the City of St. Louis that we pause in our deliberations to recognize and commend Police Officer Cole Bornhop for his numerous accomplishments, professionalism, and dedicated service to the Second Police District and the City of St. Louis, and to congratulate him on being named Officer of the Year for 2025 in District Two. Resolution 247 · 2025–2026
- Res. #248 — Now therefore be it resolved by the Board of Aldermen of the City of St. Louis that we pause in our deliberations to recognize and commend Detective Timothy Simms for his exceptional investigative accomplishments, professionalism, and dedicated service to the Second Police District and the City of St. Louis, and to congratulate him on being named Detective of the Year for 2025 in District Two. Resolution 248 · 2025–2026
- Res. #249 — Now therefore be it resolved by the Board of Aldermen of the City of St. Louis that we pause in our deliberations to recognize and commend Police Officer James Massey for his dedication, professionalism, and service to the Second Police District and the City of St. Louis, and to congratulate him on being named Officer of the Year for 2025 in District Two. Resolution 249 · 2025–2026
February 13, 2026Full Board of Aldermen
- B.B. #149 — An Ordinance authorizing the honorary street name “Rev. Alfred Gainey, Jr. Way” pursuant to Ordinance Number 68937, which shall begin at the intersection of Astra Avenue and Riverview Boulevard and run north on Astra Avenue to the first intersection of Astra Avenue and Vivian Avenue. Board Bill 149 · 2025–2026 (Ordinance No. 72139)
- B.B. #164 — An Ordinance authorizing the honorary street name“Ethel White Way” pursuant to Ordinance Number 68937, which shall begin at the intersection of St. Alphonsus Street and Windsor Place and run east on St. Alphonsus Street to the intersection of St. Alphonsus Street and the north / south alley between Windsor Place and Finney Avenue. Board Bill 164 · 2025–2026
- Res. #242 — NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Aldermen of the City of St. Louis that we direct the officials of the St. Louis City Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department to use their full authority to name the Pavilion in the Lorretta Hall Park “Ricardo “Rick The Ruler” Darnell Riley Pavilion”, in honor of his many years of service. Resolution 242 · 2025–2026
- Res. #243 — NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Aldermen of the City of St. Louis that we direct the officials of the St. Louis City Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department to use their full authority to name the basketball court in the Lorretta Hall Park “The Floyd Irons Basketball Court”, in honor of his many years of service. Resolution 243 · 2025–2026Parks and Recreation
February 6, 2026Full Board of Aldermen
- Res. #232 — NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by The Board of Aldermen for The City of St. Louis that we pause in our deliberations to recognize, honor, and celebrate the life and legacy of Julin Harrell. Resolution 232 · 2025–2026
- Res. #233 — NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by this Honorable Board of Aldermen of the City of St. Louis that we pause in our deliberations to recognize the 100th Anniversary of Black History Month and applaud the various groups, organizations, families, individuals, agencies, and institutions that observe and/or hold Black History Month activitie Resolution 233 · 2025–2026
- Res. #234 — NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Aldermen of the City of St. Louis that we pause in our deliberations to confidently state that Geraldine “Geri” Rose Barry Cunningham’s influence endures in every life she touched. Resolution 234 · 2025–2026
- Res. #235 — NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by this Honorable Board of Aldermen of the City of St. Louis that we pause in our deliberations to honor the achievements of Mr. Glenn Hall and applaud his extraordinary life and career as a professional hockey player at the highest levels of the game. Resolution 235 · 2025–2026
January 30, 2026Full Board of Aldermen
- Res. #224 — NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by this Honorable Board of Aldermen of the City of St. Louis that we pause in our deliberations to recognize the significant life and legacy of community leader and educator Dr. Sean “Ojimba” D. Nichols and by adoption of this Resolution send our condolences to his family and join in with those celebrating his life Resolution 224 · 2025–2026
January 23, 2026Full Board of Alderman
- Res. #220 — NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Aldermen of the City of St. Louis hereby honors Wiley Price for his extraordinary career, lasting impact, and distinguished service to the City through photojournalism.. Resolution 220 · 2025–2026
- Res. #221 — NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by The Board of Aldermen for the City of St. Louis that we pause in our deliberations to recognize, honor, and celebrate the life and legacy of Henry George Thompson. Resolution 221 · 2025–2026
- Res. #222 — NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by The Board of Aldermen of The City of St. Louis that we pause in our deliberations to recognize, honor, and celebrate the life and legacy of Georgia Elizabeth Robnett White. We further direct the clerk of this Board of Alderman to spread a copy of this Resolution across the minutes of these proceedings and to prepare a commemorative copy to the end that it may be presented to the family by the sponsor. Resolution 222 · 2025–2026
- Res. #223 — NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by The Board of Aldermen of The City of St. Louis that we pause in our deliberations to thank STL TV for their immeasurable service, celebrate their many accomplishments, and honor their staff for National Videographer Day 2026. We further direct the clerk of this Board of Aldermen to spread a copy of this resolution across the minutes of these proceedings and to prepare a commemorative copy of this resolution to the end that it may be presented to STL TV by the sponsor. Resolution 223 · 2025–2026
January 16, 2026Full Board of Aldermen
- Res. #216 — Now therefore be it resolved by The Board of Aldermen for the City of St. Louis that we pause in our deliberations to recognize, honor, and celebrate the life and legacy of Mattie Ruth Carpenter. Resolution 216 · 2025–2026
- Res. #217 — NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by The Board of Aldermen of the City of St. Louis that we pause in our deliberations to recognize, honor, and celebrate the life and legacy of Franchot Shawn O’Neal. We further direct The Clerk to spread a copy of this Resolution across the minutes of these proceedings and to prepare a commemorative copy of this resolution to the end that it may be presented to the family by the sponsor. Resolution 217 · 2025–2026
- Res. #218 — NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the St. Louis Board of Aldermen, that we honor and commend Central Baptist Church of Saint Louis for its extraordinary 180-year legacy of faith, leadership, resilience, and service. Resolution 218 · 2025–2026
- Res. #219 — NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Aldermen of the city of St. Louis that we pause in our deliberations to recognize, honor, and celebrate the life and legacy of Irene Hughes. We further direct the clerk of this board of aldermen to spread a copy of this Resolution across the minutes of these proceedings and to prepare a commemorative copy of this resolution to the end that it may be presented to the family by the sponsor. Resolution 219 · 2025–2026
January 9, 2026Full Board of Aldermen
- Res. #206 — NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that this Honorable Board of Aldermen of the City of St. Louis pauses in our deliberations to honor the life and legacy of Carol Ann Weir and, by adoption of this Resolution, send our prayers and condolences to her family and join in with those celebrating her remarkable life. Resolution 206 · 2025–2026
- Res. #207 — NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that this Honorable Board of Aldermen of the City of St. Louis pauses in our deliberations to honor the legacy of Sheryl Marie Wilson and by adoption of this Resolution, send our prayers and condolences to her family as we join in celebration of her remarkable life. Resolution 207 · 2025–2026
- Res. #208 — NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by this Honorable Board of Aldermen of the City of St. Louis, that we pause in our deliberations to honor James Charles Sondermann for his long and productive service to the City of St. Louis. Resolution 208 · 2025–2026
- Res. #209 — NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Aldermen of the City of St. Louis that we pause in our deliberations to honor the legacy and revival of the Charles P. Stanley Cigar Company. Resolution 209 · 2025–2026
- Res. #210 — NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by this Honorable Board of Aldermen of the City of St. Louis that we pause in our deliberations to honor the Hispanic Festival Inc. 's 2026 Día de los Reyes Outreach Event. Resolution 210 · 2025–2026
- Res. #211 — NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by The Board Of Alderman for the City Of St. Louis that we pause in our deliberations to recognize, honor, and celebrate the life and legacy of Katrina Franni Estella Walton. Resolution 211 · 2025–2026
December 12, 2025Full Board of Aldermen
- Res. #195 — NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Aldermen of the City of St. Louis that we pause in our deliberations to celebrate the Soulard Mardi Gras, thank the staff, volunteers, and neighbors who make this annual tradition possible, and implore the Mardi Gras, Inc. Board of Directors to officially kick-off the 2026 Mardi Gras celebration. Resolution 195 · 2025–2026
- Res. #196 — NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Aldermen of the City of St. Louis, that we pause in our deliberations to recognize and honor the members of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority in the city of St. Louis. Resolution 196 · 2025–2026
- Res. #198 — NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by this Honorable Board of Aldermen of the City of St. Louis that we recognize the significant contributions and lifelong legacy of former Congressman John R. Lewis as well as the importance of the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act and further supports its passage. Resolution 198 · 2025–2026
- Res. #199 — NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Aldermen of the City of St. Louis that we pause in our deliberations to recognize, honor, and celebrate George Leroy Roberts on his 80th birthday. Resolution 199 · 2025–2026
December 5, 2025Full Board of Aldermen
- B.B. #97 — An Ordinance authorizing the honorary street name Kym Kimberli’s Way pursuant to Ordinance Number 68937, which shall begin at the intersection of Deer Street and run North on Deer Street to the intersection of Martin Luther King BLVD. Board Bill 97 · 2025–2026 (Ordinance No. 72071)
- Res. #163 — Now therefore, be it resolved by this Honorable Board of Aldermen of the City of St. Louis that we pause in our deliberations to recognize the World AIDS Day Coalition for its decades of unwavering service, leadership, and compassion in the fight against HIV/AIDS. Resolution 163 · 2025–2026
- Res. #164 — Now therefore be it resolved by the Board of Aldermen of the city of St. Louis, proudly recognize and celebrate the 16th Annual “Feed the Community” event and the exceptional commitment of all partners who have made this initiative a beacon of hope for North St. Louis and beyond. Resolution 164 · 2025–2026
- Res. #165 — Now therefore be it resolved by the Board of Aldermen of the City of St. Louis that we pause in our deliberations to thank and recognize former Mayor James F. Conway. Resolution 165 · 2025–2026
- Res. #166 — Now therefore be it resolved that the Board of Aldermen of the City of St. Louis affirms that access to adequate, affordable, nourishing, and culturally meaningful food is a basic human right. Resolution 166 · 2025–2026Public Health
November 21, 2025Full Board of Aldermen
- B.B. #97 — An Ordinance authorizing the honorary street name Kym Kimberli’s Way pursuant to Ordinance Number 68937, which shall begin at the intersection of Deer Street and run North on Deer Street to the intersection of Martin Luther King BLVD. Board Bill 97 · 2025–2026 (Ordinance No. 72071)
- Res. #157 — Now therefore, be it resolved by the Board of Aldermen of the city of St. Louis that we pause in our deliberations to recognize, honor, and celebrate the life and legacy of Robert Earl Jones Sr. Resolution 157 · 2025–2026
- Res. #159 — Now therefore, be it resolved by the Board of Aldermen of the city of St. Louis that we pause in our deliberations to recognize and honor the life and remarkable legacy of Dorothy Ann Shivers. Resolution 159 · 2025–2026
- Res. #160 — Now therefore, be it resolved by the Board of Aldermen of the City of St. Louis that we pause in our deliberations to thank and recognize Retired Police Officer Wallace “Kent” Leopold for his long and productive service to the City of St. Louis and the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department. Resolution 160 · 2025–2026Public Safety
November 14, 2025Special Full Board of Aldermen
- B.B. #97 — An Ordinance authorizing the honorary street name Kym Kimberli’s Way pursuant to Ordinance Number 68937, which shall begin at the intersection of Deer Street and run North on Deer Street to the intersection of Martin Luther King BLVD. Board Bill 97 · 2025–2026 (Ordinance No. 72071)
- Res. #151 — Now therefore be it resolved by the Board Aldermen of the City of St. Louis, that this Honorable Board pause in our deliberations to join the sponsor of this resolution expressing her deepest sympathy to the family of Mr. Orson Williams Abernathy upon his passing. Resolution 151 · 2025–2026
- Res. #152 — Now therefore be it resolved by the Board of Aldermen of the City of St. Louis that we pause in our deliberations to honor and celebrate the life and legacy of Gloria Jean Weddington. Resolution 152 · 2025–2026
- Res. #153 — Now therefore be it resolved by the Board of Aldermen of the City of St. Louis that we pause in our deliberations to recognize, honor, and celebrate Queen Mazie Austin on her 100th Birthday. Resolution 153 · 2025–2026
- Res. #155 — Now therefore be it resolved by the Honorable Board of Aldermen of the City of St. Louis that we pause in our deliberations to officially recognize and celebrate the 65th Anniversary of the St. Louis–Stuttgart Sister Cities partnership, extend our deepest gratitude to all members for their dedication, and look forward to many more years of fruitful collaboration and friendship between the cities of St. Louis, Missouri, and Stuttgart, Germany. Resolution 155 · 2025–2026
November 7, 2025Full Board of Aldermen
- B.B. #97 — An Ordinance authorizing the honorary street name Kym Kimberli’s Way pursuant to Ordinance Number 68937, which shall begin at the intersection of Deer Street and run North on Deer Street to the intersection of Martin Luther King BLVD. Board Bill 97 · 2025–2026 (Ordinance No. 72071)
- Res. #138 — Now therefore be it resolved by this Honorable Board of Aldermen of the City of St. Louis that we pause in our deliberations to recognize and honor the life and legacy of Ms. Marion Willier Baker. Resolution 138 · 2025–2026
- Res. #139 — Now therefore be it resolved by this Honorable Board of Aldermen of the City of St. Louis that we pause in our deliberations to recognize and honor the life and legacy of Jane E. Reed Hutcherson. Resolution 139 · 2025–2026
- Res. #140 — Now therefore be it resolved by this Board of Aldermen of the City of St. Louis that we pause in our deliberations to recognize the 120th Biennial Conference and the 25th anniversary celebration of The Association for the Study of the Worldwide African Diaspora (ASWAD). Resolution 140 · 2025–2026
- Res. #141 — Now therefore be it resolved by this Honorable Board of Aldermen of the City of St. Louis recognizes and honors Lamont Johnson for his exceptional contributions, his steadfast devotion to community service, and his leadership in shaping a stronger, brighter future for generations to come. Resolution 141 · 2025–2026
- Res. #142 — Now therefore be it resolved that we, the undersigned, do hereby honor and celebrate the life, legacy, and lasting impact of Sharon Denise Robinson-Williams, recognizing her as a woman who lived with purpose, gave with love, and served with excellence.
October 24, 2025Full Board of Aldermen
- Res. #133 — Now therefore be it resolved by this Honorable Board of Aldermen of the City of St. Louis that we pause in our deliberations to recognize and celebrate this milestone achievement and the Italia America Bocce Club’s outstanding contributions to our community. Resolution 133 · 2025–2026
- Res. #134 — Now therefore be it resolved by this Honorable Board of Aldermen of the City of St. Louis that we pause in our deliberations to recognize and honor the life and legacy of Anne Claire Voss. Resolution 134 · 2025–2026
- Res. #135 — Now therefore be it resolved by this Honorable Board of Aldermen of the City of St. Louis that we pause in our deliberations to recognize the life of William Spencer Johnson. Resolution 135 · 2025–2026
October 17, 2025Full Board of Aldermen
- B.B. #72 — An Ordinance authorizing the honorary street name Brian Mckenna Way pursuant to Ordinance Number 68937, which shall begin at the intersection of Childress and Nottingham Street and run East on Nottingham Street to the intersection of Tamm Ave and Nottingham Street. Board Bill 72 · 2025–2026 (Ordinance No. 72044)
October 10, 2025Full Board of Aldermen
- Res. #128 — Now therefore be it resolved by this Honorable Board of Aldermen of the City of St. Louis that we pause in our deliberations to recognize the service, commitment, advocacy, and leadership of Dr. Nicole Robinson. Resolution 128 · 2025–2026
- B.B. #129 — Now therefore be it resolved by this Honorable Board of Aldermen of the City of St. Louis that we pause in our deliberations to recognize and honor the life of service and remarkable legacy of Congressman William Lacy Clay Sr. Board Bill 129 · 2025–2026 (Ordinance No. 72096)
- Res. #130 — Now therefore be it resolved by this Honorable Board of Aldermen of the City of St. Louis that we pause in our deliberations to recognize Fountain Park and Lewis Place in the City of St. Louis as they celebrate 25 years of service. Resolution 130 · 2025–2026
- Res. #131 — Now therefore be it resolved that the Board of Aldermen of the City of St. Louis honors Megan and Craig Jung for their tireless work, civic leadership, and unwavering dedication to the St. Louis community Resolution 131 · 2025–2026
October 3, 2025Full Board of Alderman
- B.B. #72 — An Ordinance authorizing the honorary street name Brian Mckenna Way pursuant to Ordinance Number 68937, which shall begin at the intersection of Childress and Nottingham Street and run East on Nottingham Street to the intersection of Tamm Ave and Nottingham Street. Board Bill 72 · 2025–2026 (Ordinance No. 72044)
- Res. #122 — NOW THERFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by this Board of Aldermen of the City of St. Louis that we extend our congratulations to Renata Brookins on your retirement. May you enjoy the next chapter in your life. Resolution 122 · 2025–2026
- Res. #123 — NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the Board of Aldermen of the City of St. Louis, that we pause in our deliberations to honor Brian Pittman and Danielle Robertson for their outstanding commitment to our community, and we extend our deepest gratitude for their service, spirit. Resolution 123 · 2025–2026
- Res. #124 — NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Aldermen of the City of St. Louis that we pause in our deliberations to recognize and honor the work and legacy of Tracy Dischert Verner for her extraordinary contributions to the financial well-being of so many people in St. Louis Resolution 124 · 2025–2026
- Res. #125 — NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by this Honorable Board of Aldermen of the City of St. Louis that we pause in our deliberations to recognize the extraordinary achievements, empowerment, leadership, and activism of “The Queen of ClubLand” Martha Wash. Resolution 125 · 2025–2026
September 26, 2025Full Board of Aldermen
- Res. #112 — Now therefore be it resolved by this Honorable Board of Aldermen of the City of St. Louis that we pause in our deliberations to recognize and honor the life and legacy of Maggie Mae King and by adoption of this Resolution send our condolences to her family and join in with those celebrating her life. Resolution 112 · 2025–2026
- Res. #113 — Now therefore be it resolved by this Honorable Board of Aldermen of the City of St. Louis that we pause in our deliberations honor the life and legacy of Brandyn Jones. We express our deepest sympathy to her family, friends, and colleagues, and our enduring gratitude for her service to our city. Resolution 113 · 2025–2026
- Res. #114 — Now therefore be it resolved by the Board of Aldermen of the City of St. Louis that we do hereby honor Muhammad Mosque Number 28 on the occasion of its 31st Annual Saviours’ Day Banquet, and extend our sincere appreciation for its continued service, dedication, and commitment to the betterment of our community. Resolution 114 · 2025–2026
- Res. #115 — Now therefore be it resolved by this Honorable Board of Aldermen of the City of St. Louis that we pause in our deliberations to honor and celebrate Joyce Crockett-Hamilton. We further direct the Clerk of this board to spread a copy of this Resolution across the minutes of these proceedings and to prepare a commemorative copy to the end that it may be presented on her 80th Birthday at the time and place deemed appropriate by the sponsor. Resolution 115 · 2025–2026
- Res. #117 — Now therefore be it resolved by this Honorable Board of Alderman of the City of St. Louis, Missouri, does hereby commend and celebrate the organizers, volunteers, performers, and participants of Tower Grove Pride for their outstanding contributions to the vibrancy, inclusivity, and unity of our great city. Resolution 117 · 2025–2026