City of St. Louis

Welcome to the newest St. Louis Fire Department recruits! This week, 43 recruits took the oath to serve our city, stepping into a role that requires courage, dedication, and resilience. Over the coming months, they will undergo some of the most rigorous training to prepare for the challenges ahead. Their commitment to protecting and serving our community is deeply appreciated, and we wish them success as they begin this journey. Explore careers with the Fire Department: https://lnkd.in/gxvV-6CN Photograph by St. Louis Firefighters Local 73

❤️🌆 Happy Valentine’s Day & Happy 261st Birthday, St. Louis! 🎉 Today, we celebrate love, appreciation, and 261 years of our great city! 💙 Whether you're showing kindness to a neighbor, colleague, a friend, or a loved one, a little gratitude goes a long way. Join us in celebrating St. Louis’ rich history and bright future—and don’t forget to spread some love today! 💌

St. Louis is embracing the urban qualities that made our city thrive—walkability, connectivity, and vibrant neighborhoods. Last night, the Planning Commission adopted a modern Strategic Land Use Plan (SLUP) that will shape the future of St. Louis, fostering sustainable growth and revitalization. "For the past century, American cities have prioritized cars and sprawl, often at the expense of the people who live here. With the new SLUP, we are turning a corner—making St. Louis a more walkable, dynamic city full of opportunity," said Mayor Tishaura Jones. "This plan is a critical step in reversing decades of population loss by investing in both people and place." Learn more about the SLUP at https://www.slup-stl.com

Upcoming Roll Cart Trash Schedule Adjustment for Presidents Day Feb. 17 Did You Know? Fun Facts About Presidents Day! • Presidents Day is celebrated on the third Monday in February, thanks to the 1968 Uniform Monday Holiday Act • It was established in 1885 in honor of President George Washington’s birthday • Washington’s birthplace is a national monument and is located in Colonial Beach, VA • It is still officially called Washington’s Birthday by the federal government Learn more about Presidents Day: https://lnkd.in/gnAbn6A

❄️ Snow Is Falling in STL—Here’s What You Need to Know ❄️ Winter weather has arrived in St. Louis, and City crews are actively working to keep roads safe. Here’s what residents need to know: 🚛 Plowing & Salting: Full crews are deployed in 12-hour shifts to plow and salt as needed. 🚗 Snow Routes: Do not park on designated snow routes. Plows push snow to the side, and vehicles left on these routes will get plowed in or towed if parked more than 12 inches from the curb. 🏠 Sidewalks: Residents and businesses are responsible for shoveling their sidewalks. ⛰️ Hilly Areas: Wednesday (9 AM - 5 PM), residents should park on the odd-numbered side of the street. 🗑️ Trash Collection: No delays are expected, but we’re monitoring conditions. 📍 Check the Snow Route Map Here: 👉 https://lnkd.in/eKnxGMF6

Street Department crews are in full swing pretreating the roads ahead of the expected snow. When the snow hits, we’ll have 50 trucks ready to go, and we are prepared to make quick adjustments as needed. We ask that you avoid parking on snow routes if possible, or park close to the curb. On hill routes, please park on the odd-numbered side of the street between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday.

Winter Weather Alert for St. Louis: Didn’t We Just Do This?! St. Louis, it looks like winter isn't done with us yet. Expect a light dusting of snow on Tuesday, followed by snow on Wednesday, with totals between 3 to 6 inches. Want to know how you can help? Check out these winter weather resources: https://lnkd.in/gWcX_Kui

📉 Crime Continues to Decline in St. Louis! 📉 Following an 11-year low in homicides in 2024, St. Louis is seeing continued progress in 2025. Homicides dropped by 55% in January compared to last year, with overall violent and property crimes also seeing double-digit decreases. 🔹 Violent crime down 12.6% 🔹 Property crime down 33.7% 🔹 Motor vehicle theft down 42% 🔹 Burglaries down 34% 🔹 Crimes against society down 30.4% Mayor Tishaura O. Jones credits collaboration between SLMPD, the Office of Violence Prevention, and community partners in making St. Louis safer. While challenges remain, this momentum proves that data-driven strategies and community investment are working. Let’s keep building a safer, stronger St. Louis—together. 💙 📊 Read the full report here: slmpd.org/stats #StLouis #PublicSafety #CrimeReduction #CommunityImpact #SaferStLouis #DataDriven

🔹 Investing in People, Building a Stronger City 🔹 The City of St. Louis believes that when we invest in our people, we invest in the future of our city. That’s why we offer free professional development opportunities to help employees grow, learn, and thrive. In this video, D’Wayne (DC) Elliott, HR Manager for Training and Organizational Development, shares how City employees can take advantage of in-person, online, and hybrid courses designed to support their success. 📚 Ready to build your skills? Explore available courses and register today at https://lnkd.in/e-YKzUhn

Street Department crews are busy filling potholes, taking care of 409 around the city last week. To report a pothole or view our interactive map of potholes reported and potholes fixed in the last year, visit https://lnkd.in/ghXcz_hf.