Mayor Tishaura O. Jones, joined by President Megan Green, Ald. Anne Schweitzer (1), Ald. Alisha Sonnier (7), Ald. Michael Browning (9), Ald. Shameem Clark-Hubbard, Ald. Rasheen Aldridge (14), and local tenants, signed Board Bill 59, which will help provide access to legal representation for tenants facing eviction. The bill, which creates a Right to Counsel program, represents the City of St. Louis’ commitment to protecting renters while preventing families from ending up out on the street.
The Board of Aldermen’s Special Committee on Reducing Red Tape opened its submission process for public input. Residents and business owners can use the online form to report their experience navigating processes at City Hall.