North Newstead Association

Ward Capital Webinar with Trailnet: A deep dive into the primary means for funding infrastructure projects in St. Louis City. August 15, 2023.

Webinar Highlights:

Ward Capital Insights: We delved into the intricacies of Ward Capital funds (Board Bill 120), understanding their allocation, utilization, and potential impact on community development.

Equitable Funding: We explored how equitable distribution of resources for infrastructure improvements could benefit the whole city by providing more resources to neighborhoods that have greater need.

Empowering Action: Our speakers provided actionable steps and insights on how you can contribute to a more equitable distribution of funding in St. Louis.

Discussion and Q&A: The webinar concluded with a lively discussion in which we discussed American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds and other funding opportunities the city has at their disposal to invest in infrastructure.  We also delved into topics like vacant lots and buildings, tackling illegal dumping, and ongoing and upcoming neighborhood planning endeavors. A heartfelt thank you to all who actively participated in the webinar for lending your valuable insights and strategies for navigating city departments.