Why St. Louis Needs a City Manager
Why St. Louis Needs a City Manager
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charting change for the future
charting change for the future
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A City Manager for St. Louis
In January, Ald. Velázquez filed BB162, a charter change that can transform St. Louis City by establishing a city manager. This change moves the hiring of department leadership of essential services from a mayor's political appointees to picks based on qualifications from a nonpolitical City Manager with proven, professional expertise in delivering city services.
The bill is currently being held until the 25-26 session for further development.
What is a city manager?
A professional local government manager who is hired and directed to oversee the daily operations of a community. They are nonpartisan, nonpolitical and handle the day-to-day business of local government ethically ,efficiently and transparently.
how is st. louis structured and why do we need one?
Our current system is decentralized and can cause a dramatic shift of priorities and service delivery between administrations.
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A City Manager for St. Louis
A City Manager for St. Louis
Legislation + Presentations
Legislation + Presentations
- Board Bill 162 Committee Substitute
- Ald. Velázquez Committee Presentation
- Kris Simpson, SLACMA President, Committee Presentation
- Jason Grant, ICMA Advocacy Director, Committee Presentation
- Legislation and Rules Hearing -
Jan. 28 - Legislation and Rules Hearing - Feb. 6
- Board of Aldermen Meeting, Feb. 11