<h2>Alderwoman Daniela Velázquez Selected as 2025 Eisenhower Fellow</h2><p>Velázquez has been named one of nine American leaders selected for the prestigious <a href="https://www.efworld.org/meet-the-fellows/2025-usa-fellows/"><strong>2025 Eisenhower Fellowships USA Program</strong></a>.</p><p>This fall, Velázquez will embark on a five-week international fellowship designed to foster dialogue, build partnerships and bring home solutions to local challenges.</p>

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<p><a href="mailto:bowenb@stlouis-mo.gov">riveraa@stlouis-mo.gov</a></p><p><em>Pronouns: she/her</em></p><p>April Rivera is a St. Louis native and serves as the Legislative Aide for the 6th Ward at the St. Louis Board of Aldermen. She graduated magna cum laude from Arizona State University with a degree in Public Policy and Public Service. April first joined the 6th Ward office as an intern, confirming her passion for local government and community-centered work.</p><p>In her role, April helps keep the office running smoothly while supporting legislative priorities and staying closely connected to the needs of residents. She takes pride in making government feel more accessible,&nbsp;whether that’s helping someone navigate City services or making sure follow-through actually happens.</p><p>April has always believed in showing up for her community. She has served as Vice President of her children's&nbsp;PTO and as an election judge supervisor, bringing that same hands-on, people-first approach to her work every day.</p><p>&nbsp;When she's not at work, April is probably already planning her next adventure — whether that's a new recipe, a road trip, or a live show.&nbsp; She's happiest when she's with the people she loves and making the most of everything this region has to offer.</p>

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<p><a href="mailto:foshagemc@stlouis-mo.gov" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">foshagemc@stlouis-mo.gov</a></p><p><em>Pronouns: she/her</em></p><p>Mary was born and raised in St. Louis City, where she currently resides with her spouse, two kids, one dog, and a handful of fish.&nbsp;</p><p>She graduated from Webster University with a BA in Public Relations. Over the years she’s worked in many industries from nonprofit health care, to for-profit marketing and branding, to philanthropy and even international student exchange, before coming to the St. Louis Board of Aldermen in 2026.&nbsp;</p><p>As a bleeding heart for her hometown, Mary also volunteers her time giving back to nonprofits including her neighborhood association, her children’s schools, and local family charities. She enjoys thrift and “free.99” shopping for unique finds, cooking, learning instruments, doing puzzles, and exploring local coffee shops on the hunt for the best chai latte in STL.</p>

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<h2>The 6th Ward</h2><p>The 6th Ward is home to a diverse and dynamic population of approximately 22,700 residents. The district encompasses a mix of residential neighborhoods, commercial areas, restaurants and shops that contribute to its unique character.</p>

<h2>A City Manager for St. Louis</h2><p>In January, Ald. Velázquez filed <a href="https://www.stlouis-mo.gov/government/city-laws/board-bills/boardbill.cfm?bbDetail=true&amp;BBId=16633" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">BB162</a>, a charter change that can&nbsp;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&nbsp;to picks based on qualifications from a nonpolitical City Manager with proven, professional expertise in delivering city services.</p><p>The bill is currently being held until the 25-26 session for further development.</p><p></p><p></p><p></p>

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<h2>More about Daniela</h2><span class="image image-framed image-left image-tilt-left" style="width: 40%;"><span class="image-inner-wrapper"><img src="https://run.imgix.net/b0fad2d4-00a6-41ae-8638-76394cf70db3/71591734-a92e-4256-bae9-25af869467a2/71591734-a92e-4256-bae9-25af869467a2.jpeg?ixlib=js-3.8.0&amp;bri=0&amp;con=0&amp;sat=0&amp;high=0&amp;shad=0&amp;usm=0&amp;rect=467%2C596%2C3056%2C2428&amp;w=1500" alt="Daniela &amp; Firefighters" caption="" align="left" alignwidth="40" tiltdirection="left" variant="framed"></span><span class="caption" style="display: none"></span></span><p><strong>Daniela</strong> is proud to be the Alderwoman for the 6th Ward, representing the neighborhoods of Compton Heights, Compton Hill, Shaw, Tower Grove Heights, Tower Grove South, and portions of Dutchtown.</p><p>Daniela is a first-generation St. Louisan and <strong>the first Latina to serve on the board</strong>. Her parents were both born in Puerto Rico and moved to the St. Louis region to build a better life. Her family is a testament to the American Dream, and she is proud to be a child of that dream. She learned the power of difference and advocacy at an early age when her late brother, Marcus, was a student at Missouri School for the Blind.&nbsp;</p><p>Daniela also brings her strategic communications experience to the Board in service of the city. Before being elected, she worked with a diverse range of institutions, spanning from grassroots and community organizations to community-based coalitions to top global companies and national nonprofits. Daniela previously served as the director of communications for the ACLU of Missouri, staff consultant for the Ferguson Commission, and worked as a journalist. Daniela is a graduate of the University of Missouri’s School of Journalism and has served on the boards of nonprofit organizations including the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Metropolitan St. Louis, Pro-Choice Missouri, and St. Louis Public Radio. She is also a member of the Regional Business Council’s Leadership 100.</p>

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<p>The 6th Ward boasts vibrant neighborhoods and lush parks, serving as a testament to the community's commitment to fostering a welcoming and dynamic environment for all residents.</p>

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<p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.stlouis-mo.gov/live-work/community/neighborhoods/Compton-Heights/index.cfm"><strong>Compton Heights</strong></a></p>

<p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.stlouis-mo.gov/live-work/community/neighborhoods/Dutchtown/index.cfm"><strong>Dutchtown</strong></a></p>

<p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.stlouis-mo.gov/live-work/community/neighborhoods/Shaw/index.cfm"><strong>Shaw</strong></a></p>

<p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.stlouis-mo.gov/live-work/community/neighborhoods/Tower-Grove-South/index.cfm"><strong>Tower Grove South</strong></a></p>

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<p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.stlouis-mo.gov/government/departments/parks/parks/browse-parks/view-park.cfm?parkID=114&amp;parkName=Amberg+Park"><strong>Amberg Park</strong></a></p>

<p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.stlouis-mo.gov/government/departments/parks/parks/browse-parks/view-park.cfm?parkID=29&amp;parkName=Compton+Hill+Reservoir+Park"><strong>Compton Hill Reservoir Park</strong></a></p>

<p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.stlouis-mo.gov/government/departments/parks/parks/browse-parks/view-park.cfm?parkID=60&amp;parkName=McDonald+Park"><strong>McDonald Park</strong></a></p>

<p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.stlouis-mo.gov/government/city-laws/ordinances/ordinance.cfm?ord=69277"><strong>Flora Place Community Improvement District</strong></a></p>

<p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.stlouis-mo.gov/government/departments/parks/parks/browse-parks/view-park.cfm?parkID=115&amp;parkName=Tower+Grove+Park"><strong>Tower Grove Park</strong></a></p>

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<p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.dutchtownstl.org/"><strong>Dutchtown Main Streets</strong></a></p>

<p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://southgrand.org/"><strong>South Grand Community Improvement District</strong></a></p>

<p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://tgscc-stl.org/"><strong>Tower Grove Concerned Citizens Special Business District </strong></a><strong>(TGSCC SBD)</strong></p>

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<p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.comptonhill.org/"><strong>Compton Hill Reservoir Square Residents Association</strong></a><strong> (CHRSA)</strong></p>

<p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.comptonheights.org/"><strong>Compton Heights Neighborhood Betterment Association</strong></a><strong> (CHNBA)</strong></p>

<p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://shawstlouis.org/"><strong>Shaw Neighborhood Improvement Association</strong></a><strong> (SNIA)</strong></p>

<p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.towergroveheights.com/"><strong>Tower Grove Heights Neighborhood Association</strong></a><strong> (TGHNA)</strong></p>

<p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.tgsna.org/"><strong>Tower Grove South Neighborhood Association</strong></a><strong> (TGSNA)</strong></p>

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<p></p><h6>For Our Four-Legged Residents</h6><span class="image image-framed image-right" style="width: 50%;"><span class="image-inner-wrapper"><img src="https://run.imgix.net/b0fad2d4-00a6-41ae-8638-76394cf70db3/a23d3d77-ab34-49de-8dcd-6f702b2e22a2/a23d3d77-ab34-49de-8dcd-6f702b2e22a2.jpeg?ixlib=js-3.8.0&amp;bri=0&amp;con=0&amp;sat=0&amp;high=0&amp;shad=0&amp;usm=0&amp;rect=0%2C0%2C3712%2C2475&amp;w=1500" alt="" caption="" align="right" alignwidth="50" variant="framed"></span><span class="caption" style="display: none"></span></span><p>For Fido and friends, the 6th Ward is home to three dog parks. We encourage all dog owners to take advantage of these wonderful spaces.</p>

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<h6>What is a city manager? </h6><span class="image image-framed image-right image-tilt-left" style="width: 50%;"><span class="image-inner-wrapper"><img src="https://run.imgix.net/b0fad2d4-00a6-41ae-8638-76394cf70db3/e572ab13-88ee-4e21-96d3-62360b4682ae/e572ab13-88ee-4e21-96d3-62360b4682ae.jpeg?ixlib=js-3.8.0&amp;bri=0&amp;con=0&amp;sat=0&amp;high=0&amp;shad=0&amp;usm=0&amp;rect=0%2C0%2C1920%2C1080&amp;w=1500" alt="" caption="" align="right" alignwidth="50" tiltdirection="left" variant="framed"></span><span class="caption" style="display: none"></span></span><p>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.  </p><h6>how is st. louis structured and why do we need one? </h6><p>Our current system is decentralized and can cause a dramatic shift of priorities and service delivery between administrations.</p>

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<h6 style="text-align: center">The Project</h6><h2 style="text-align: center">Learning Global, Leading Local</h2><p>This fall, through her <a href="https://www.efworld.org/eisenhower-fellowships-names-2025-usa-fellows/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Eisenhower Fellowship</a>, Alderwoman Velázquez will study open-government policies in Germany (Berlin, Hamburg, Stuttgart) and Colombia (Bogotá, Cartagena, Medellín) and return with tested ideas to help St. Louis join <a href="https://www.opengovpartnership.org/ogp-local/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">OGP Local</a>—a global network of 150+ cities committed to transparent, accountable, and participatory government.</p>

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<h2>Understanding the role of an alderperson</h2><p>An alderperson, also known as a city councilperson in some regions, holds a pivotal position within local government, embodying the voice and will of the residents within their district. This role is not just a title; it's a commitment to public service, where the alderperson actively shapes their community's future through various responsibilities and duties.</p><p>In St. Louis, voters elect 14 representatives to the city's legislative body, the Board of Aldermen. The Board creates, passes, and amends local laws, as well as approves the City's budget every year. </p><p>The office of an alderperson works with other parts of the local government, including the mayor's office, the city's executive branch. Additionally, an alderperson collaborates with other government representatives, such as the state of Missouri and U.S. Congress, as necessary.</p><p><strong>Impact on the Community:</strong></p><p>Through their decisions and actions, an alderperson influences almost every aspect of their constituents' lives, from the safety of their neighborhoods to the quality of the local economy and parks. Their leadership can drive positive change, foster community engagement, and ensure that the city's growth and development reflect the needs and desires of its residents.</p><p>An alderperson's responsibilities are vital for their community's effective governance and well-being. They are not just policymakers but advocates, problem solvers, and leaders committed to ensuring that the voices of residents are heard and considered in the tapestry of city affairs.</p>

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<p>Our children are our future. The 6th Ward is home to a number of active schools.</p>

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<p><strong><span style="color: var(--color-text-accent-primary)">Welcome to the 6th Ward,</span></strong><span style="color: var(--color-text)"> a community known for its diversity, vibrant culture, and engaged residents. As your alderwoman, I am dedicated to serving and representing you and addressing your needs at the city level.</span></p><p><span style="color: var(--color-text)">Our website is designed with you, our community members, in mind,&nbsp;providing resources and information to simplify your access to city services and engagement opportunities.</span></p>

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<h2>Service requests</h2><p>Report an issue or request a city service through the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.stlouis-mo.gov/government/departments/public-safety/neighborhood-stabilization-office/citizens-service-bureau/csb-request-submit.cfm">Citizens' Service Bureau </a>or by phone, call 314-622-4800.</p>

<h2>Speed hump requests</h2><p>Talk to our ward office about submitting a speed hump request.  A petition and approval from the City's Streets Department is required.</p>

<h4 style="text-align: center"><span style="color: var(--color-text); text-decoration-color: var(--color-text)">Frequently Asked Questions </span><br><span style="color: var(--color-text); text-decoration-color: var(--color-text)">(FAQs)</span><br></h4><p><span style="color: var(--color-text); text-decoration-color: var(--color-text)"><strong style="color: var(--color-text); text-decoration-color: var(--color-text)">Q: What exactly is an Eisenhower Fellowship?</strong></span><br><span style="color: var(--color-text); text-decoration-color: var(--color-text)"><strong style="color: var(--color-text); text-decoration-color: var(--color-text)">A: </strong></span>The <a href="https://www.efworld.org/fellowship-programs/usa-programs/">Eisenhower Fellowship USA Program</a> sends 10–12 outstanding mid-career American leaders abroad each year. Over four to five weeks, Fellows travel to one or two countries to meet with leaders and experts in their fields. The program, which combines in-person and virtual components, helps participants design a project, build lasting professional relationships, and launch collaborations with their international counterparts, their cohort, and EF’s global network of more than 1,600 active Fellows across six continents.</p><p>Eisenhower Fellowships <a href="https://www.efworld.org/about-us/a-distinguished-history/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">started in 1953 as a birthday gift to President Dwight D. Eisenhower</a>. Today, it connects leaders from 115 countries and has supported more than 2,600 people across the globe who’ve gone on to make a difference in their communities and professions.</p><p><span style="color: var(--color-text); text-decoration-color: var(--color-text)"><strong style="color: var(--color-text); text-decoration-color: var(--color-text)">Q: Is this fellowship being paid for by City of St. Louis taxpayer dollars?</strong></span><br><span style="color: var(--color-text); text-decoration-color: var(--color-text)"><strong style="color: var(--color-text); text-decoration-color: var(--color-text)">A:</strong></span> No. Eisenhower Fellowships is a nonprofit organization <a href="https://www.efworld.org/about-us/finance-and-operations/">funded almost entirely through private contributions and an endowment</a>. A small portion of its budget—less than five percent—comes from interest on a federal trust fund created by Congress in 1990 to honor President Eisenhower’s 100th birthday.</p><p><span style="color: var(--color-text); text-decoration-color: var(--color-text)"><strong style="color: var(--color-text); text-decoration-color: var(--color-text)">Q: Why was Alderwoman Velázquez selected?</strong></span><br><span style="color: var(--color-text); text-decoration-color: var(--color-text)"><strong style="color: var(--color-text); text-decoration-color: var(--color-text)">A: </strong></span>She was chosen for her leadership in government, her commitment to community trust, and her innovative approach to transparency and civic engagement. This is national recognition of the work being done right here in our ward and city, as well as a chance to make it even stronger.</p><p><em>Fun Fact: Two of the nine people selected nationwide for the 2025 U.S. Eisenhower Fellowship are from St. Louis, and both live in the 6th Ward! That includes Shaw’s very own </em><a href="https://www.archpark.org/foundation/staff" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><em>Ryan McClure, Executive Director of the Gateway Arch Park Foundation</em></a><em>. Together, both fellows are representing the best of our city and will bring new ideas home to serve our community.</em></p><p><span style="color: var(--color-text); text-decoration-color: var(--color-text)"><strong style="color: var(--color-text); text-decoration-color: var(--color-text)">Q: Why does St. Louis have such big representation?</strong></span><br><span style="color: var(--color-text); text-decoration-color: var(--color-text)"><strong style="color: var(--color-text); text-decoration-color: var(--color-text)">A: </strong></span>Through its partnership with Washington University’s McDonnell International Scholars Academy starting in 2007, the region has served as a hub for Eisenhower Fellows, sending <a href="https://www.efworld.org/meet-the-fellows/fellows-directory/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">20+ leaders abroad</a>—including CEOs, university presidents, and nonprofit executives.</p><p><span style="color: var(--color-text); text-decoration-color: var(--color-text)"><strong style="color: var(--color-text); text-decoration-color: var(--color-text)">Q: What will she be doing while she’s away?</strong></span><br><span style="color: var(--color-text); text-decoration-color: var(--color-text)"><strong style="color: var(--color-text); text-decoration-color: var(--color-text)">A:</strong> </span>During her fellowship time in Germany and Colombia, she will meet with government and civic leaders to study policies and ideas that have worked elsewhere and identify open government practices that can be implemented in St. Louis.</p><p><span style="color: var(--color-text); text-decoration-color: var(--color-text)"><strong style="color: var(--color-text); text-decoration-color: var(--color-text)">Q: Will she still be representing us during this time?</strong></span><br><span style="color: var(--color-text); text-decoration-color: var(--color-text)"><strong style="color: var(--color-text); text-decoration-color: var(--color-text)">A: </strong></span>Absolutely. She’s using this fellowship to bring back new tools and ideas to benefit our neighborhoods. Her office is fully staffed and operating, and all services and advocacy for the ward continue while she’s abroad.</p><p><span style="color: var(--color-text); text-decoration-color: var(--color-text)"><strong style="color: var(--color-text); text-decoration-color: var(--color-text)">Q: What happens when she comes back?</strong></span><br><span style="color: var(--color-text); text-decoration-color: var(--color-text)"><strong style="color: var(--color-text); text-decoration-color: var(--color-text)">A:</strong></span> She will produce a roadmap for how the City of St. Louis can create a successful application  to OGP Local. She will also host a town hall in January 2026 to brief the ward and community on her learnings.<br></p>

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