City of St. Louis

𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗦𝘁. 𝗟𝗼𝘂𝗶𝘀 𝗔𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰/𝟮𝟱 𝗪𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗢𝘂𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗻 𝘁𝗼 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗨𝗻𝗵𝗼𝘂𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗡𝗲𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗯𝗼𝗿𝘀 The City of St. Louis has unveiled its 2024/25 Winter Plan to provide additional support and shelter for unhoused residents during the coldest months of the year. This year’s plan funds approximately 160 inclement weather shelter beds, supplementing the more than 800 shelter beds available year-round in our community. “My administration is committed to finding sustainable long-term solutions, but we also have a responsibility to step up our efforts in the winter, and that’s what we’re doing.”, said Mayor Tishaura O. Jones. Through collaboration between the Department of Human Services (DHS) and community partners, the City is expanding its efforts to ensure that no one is left out in the cold. 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗵𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗪𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗢𝘂𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗻: ✅ Expanded Shelter Capacity: Inclement weather beds will be activated on nights when temperatures drop below 25°F with precipitation or below 20°F without precipitation. ✅ Support for Outreach: DHS is providing sleeping cots, blankets, hats, socks, and cleaning supplies to verified pop-up shelters and outreach organizations. ✅ Collaborative Leadership: The City is working closely with the St. Louis Continuum of Care, outreach groups, and the East-West Gateway Council of Governments to build a regional approach to addressing homelessness. ✅ Holistic Solutions: Beyond winter shelters, the Jones administration is advancing sustainable, long-term solutions, such as employment programs for the unhoused and legislation to streamline the opening of shelters and transitional housing. "I believe this winter plan builds upon the momentum of the department in successfully spending down ARPA dollars, and working collaboratively with the St. Louis City Continuum of Care and outreach groups that are providing life-saving work to those who are unsheltered this winter,” said Department of Human Services Director Adam Pearson. 📄 View the Inclement Weather Operations Fact Sheet - 2024/2025 Season here: https://lnkd.in/e3hz2NzN #CityOfStLouis #WinterPlan #CommunitySupport

🌟 Motivational Monday: Make a Difference in Your Community! 🌟 Happy Monday, St. Louis! This week, take a moment to reflect on how YOU can make an impact in our city. Getting involved in your community is one of the most powerful ways to inspire change and shape the future of St. Louis. Here are some easy ways to get started: ✅ Attend public meetings to stay informed and share your voice. ✅ Run for public office and become a leader in your community. ✅ Serve on City Boards and Commissions to help guide key decisions. ✅ Meet with or write to your elected officials—your voice matters! Your city needs YOUR ideas, energy, and passion. Together, we can build a stronger, more vibrant St. Louis for everyone. Ready to get involved? Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/eeBmTz6T #MotivationalMonday #GetInvolvedSTL #ShapeYourCity #MakeAnImpact

🚨 𝗡𝗼𝘄 𝗛𝗶𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 - 𝗘𝗠𝗦 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁 🚨 We’re looking for an EMS Training Specialist to join the dedicated team at the St. Louis Fire Department. As an EMS Training Specialist with the St. Louis Fire Department, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring our emergency medical teams are prepared to save lives and respond to crises. Your expertise will directly impact the health and safety of our residents by providing top-tier training to EMTs and paramedics. 🔑 Key Responsibilities: ✅ Develop and lead EMT training ✅ Oversee certifications and license renewals ✅ Provide medical stand-by at fires and emergencies 🔎 Qualifications: ✔️ EMT-P License, 2+ years clinical experience ✔️ Instructor certifications in ACLS/BLS/ITLS Apply Now: https://bit.ly/40VZnxH #StLouisJobs #EMS #PublicSafety #FireDepartment #JoinOurTeam

𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗨𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘁 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰! 📅 When: Thursday, December 7, at 10:30 AM 📍 Where: YMCA Gymnasium, O'Fallon Park Rec Complex, 4343 W Florissant Ave, St. Louis, MO 63115 The City of St. Louis invites you to connect directly with your City leadership for an engaging and informative town hall meeting. 🎙️ Hear updates on: • City services and initiatives • Plans to address public safety and reduce crime • Progress on the transformative Rams settlement This is your opportunity to bring your questions, ideas, and concerns directly to Mayor Tishaura O. Jones and her Cabinet. It’s a chance to learn about the work and plans to make St. Louis stronger, safer, and more equitable—and how you can be a part of it. Bring your friends, neighbors, and community spirit. Let’s work together to shape the future of St. Louis. We look forward to seeing you there! 📢 Spread the word and let’s make this a conversation to remember. #StLouis #CabinetInTheCommunity #CommunityEngagement

Empowering Fathers, Strengthening Families: How the City of St. Louis Is Using ARPA Funds to Create Opportunity The City of St. Louis is leveraging $1 million in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds to invest in a brighter future for single fathers and their families. Through a partnership between the Fathers & Families Support Center and SLATE, our city’s workforce team, an innovative new program provides single dads with the tools they need to succeed. Participants receive job training, job placement support, and a unique incentive: upon completing the program, a portion of their back child support is paid directly to their children. This initiative sets these dads on the path to steady employment and helps them rebuild and strengthen their relationships with their kids. This program is just one example of how the $498 million in ARPA funds awarded to St. Louis is making a tangible difference for families and communities still feeling the effects of the pandemic. These funds are a lifeline, helping our city recover and thrive. 📊 Track how ARPA dollars are being invested: https://lnkd.in/eCMv4vfN 💡 Learn about available resources for your family: https://lnkd.in/eb5xjd_7 Together, we’re building stronger families and a stronger St. Louis. #ARPA #StLouis #StrongerTogether #CommunityImpact

🎄 Don’t Miss the Holly Jolly Hiring Fair Tomorrow! 🎄 Tomorrow, the St. Louis Agency on Training and Employment (SLATE) will host the next edition of its Holly Jolly Holiday Hiring Fair on Thursday, November 21, from 9 AM to 12 PM at 1520 Market St, 1st Floor, St. Louis. SLATE is committed to connecting job seekers with training programs and employment opportunities, assisting employers in diversifying their workforce, and supporting youth in developing critical career skills. This event will feature a variety of renowned local employers looking to fill positions in various industries, including healthcare, transportation, customer service, and more. Job seekers are encouraged to attend and explore the many opportunities available, while employers can engage with a talented pool of potential candidates. Participation is free, and no reservation is necessary. We look forward to seeing you there! For more information about SLATE, visit https://lnkd.in/ec83FQen or contact Svetlana Bostick, Executive Secretary, SLATE, at (314) 657-3522 or sbostick@stlworks.com. #SLATE #StLJobs #HiringFair #WorkforceDevelopment #JobOpportunities #DiversityInclusion #CareerGrowth #StLouis 📢 Spread the word—friends, family, and colleagues may find their next big career move at this event!

This week, Mayor Tishaura O. Jones signed Board Bill 114 into law during a ceremony in Room 200 at City Hall. Sponsored by Alderwoman Alisha Sonnier, this legislation amends the city’s zoning code, making opening shelters and transitional homes more transparent and accessible. Learn more about the bill at https://lnkd.in/ewMAr-CQ BB 114’s passage follows the recent Housing First STL Summit, hosted by East-West Gateway under Mayor Jones’ leadership as chairwoman. This milestone summit marks a critical first step toward achieving a unified regional strategy on homelessness. Rooted in data-driven practices and proven philosophies, this strategy reflects Mayor Jones’ commitment to addressing homelessness with innovative and compassionate solutions. The City of St. Louis is proud to lead the way in creating pathways to housing and stability for all. Read more about these efforts in this recent feature from St. Louis Public Radio: https://lnkd.in/e3qr7-YK #HousingFirst #CommunityCollaboration #CityofStLouis

🚨 Exciting Career Opportunity 🚨 The City Counselor's Office is hiring a Program Manager II to manage and oversee all fiscal, personnel, payroll, and administrative operations of the City Counselor’s Office and administration of the City-wide workers’ compensation regime for the entire City of St. Louis. 📚 Qualifications: • A Bachelor’s degree in Business or Public Administration, Finance, or a related field; plus four years of financial management experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. 📍 Location: Downtown - St. Louis, MO Apply now: https://bit.ly/4dqeFNX #CityStLouis #ProgramManager #LawDepartment #CityCareers

Celebrating Five Decades of Dedication: Cathy Smentkowski’s 50-Year Journey with the City of St. Louis In a remarkable milestone that few can claim, Cathy Smentkowski celebrates 50 years of dedicated service with the City of St. Louis. Cathy, the Public Information Officer for the Mayor’s Office, began her career in 1974 as a secretary stenographer, where shorthand was essential. Her journey started after a high school visit from the Department of Personnel led her to City Hall—a place that became her professional home. Reflecting on her years, Cathy fondly recalls her path from high school graduate to a seasoned city employee, pursuing her college degree while working full time. “Looking back, I think, how did I do that?” she marvels. “But I did, and it helped me advance in my career.” Cathy treasures her daily interactions with colleagues and the privilege of being “in the room where it happens.” For her, City Hall isn’t just a workplace; it’s a place of history, where every day’s work shapes the future of St. Louis. “I love meeting people and knowing the news before it’s in the paper,” she says with a smile. “We make history every day.” For those considering a career in public service, Cathy’s advice is simple: 𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗵𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗽𝘂𝗿𝘀𝘂𝗲 𝗶𝘁 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗽𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻. “When you love what you do, it doesn’t feel like work,” she shares. A self-described “people person,” Cathy has found joy in connecting with others and offering a helping hand, embodying the spirit of St. Louis. As she reflects on five decades of service, Cathy’s legacy reminds us of the impact one person can make. Here’s to Cathy Smentowski—a true public servant and a pillar of the St. Louis community. Like Cathy, you might find a long-term career with the City of St. Louis that allows you to make a real difference. Visit https://lnkd.in/ekEeDE8D to explore our career opportunities. #CathySmentkowski #CityofStLouis #CommunityServant #Gratitude

🍂 Leaf it to Us! 🍂 Fall has arrived, and so has the yearly leaf cleanup! The City of St. Louis Street Department is on a mission to keep our neighborhoods leaf-free (no rakes required from you!). 🍁 Our hardworking crew is in full swing, tackling those golden piles on regularly scheduled street sweeping days now through December 31st. Curious when your street gets the leaf treatment? Check out the schedule by neighborhood, and let’s all do our part to keep St. Louis looking sharp. So, leaf it to us—and help spread the word! 😀 🔗 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/e76uJ3UN #CityofStLouis #StreetDepartment #LeafRemoval