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Commemorating One Year of Resilience and Recovery in St. Louis

This Saturday marks the one-year anniversary of the May 16 tornado—a day that significantly impacted our city, but also showcased the incredible strength of our community.

As we reflect on the progress made over the last 12 months, our focus remains on sustained recovery. From infrastructure stabilization to local grassroots initiatives, the "good work" continues across our neighborhoods.

How you and your organization can support the ongoing mission:

• Volunteer: Join local nonprofits and community leaders who are leading on-the-ground recovery efforts this week.

• Resource Sharing: Help us amplify the City’s recovery programs at tornadorecovery.stl.gov

• Commemorate: Attend the Missouri Historical Society’s "One Year Later" event this Saturday (9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.) to hear stories of resilience and connect with recovery resources.

Are there professional organizations, neighborhood groups, or specific events we should be highlighting this week? Please tag them in the comments below or share details on how the community can get involved.

SLATE was excited to welcome participants from the Disaster Recovery Jobs Program currently working at the Veteran Elite Development & Construction worksite. These participants are gaining valuable hands-on experience while earning wages and helping support St. Louis recovery efforts through debris removal, site cleanup, and rehabilitation projects at impacted properties and community spaces.

While these positions are temporary, they can open the door to long-term career opportunities for participants who show up on time, work hard, and are eager to learn new skills. We’re proud to support workforce pathways that help rebuild both communities and futures.

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Celebrating 15 Years of Leadership: Rhonda Hamm-Niebruegge’s Legacy at St. Louis Lambert International Airport ✈️

After a transformative tenure since 2010, St. Louis Lambert International Airport Director Rhonda Hamm-Niebruegge has announced her retirement for Fall 2026.

Under Rhonda’s leadership, STL has navigated unprecedented challenges while securing vital international routes and launching the most ambitious terminal transformation in our city’s history.

We are grateful for her dedication to making St. Louis a "world-class front door" for our region. Read more about her incredible career and the road ahead via St. Louis Magazine.

https://www.stlmag.com/business/rhonda-hamm-niebruegge-lambert-retirement/

Rhonda Hamm-Niebruegge is ready to retire—after helping Lambert rise from the ashes of dehubbing The Lambert International Airport director was with American Airlines when it dismantled the St. Louis hub. She then led Lambert's rebound.

The Refuse Division is upgrading its fleet by installing mounted tablets on refuse trucks. This lets drivers track routes in real time, ensuring that no streets are accidentally missed and residents receive consistent trash and recycling service.

Until now, our drivers were relying on old processes that didn’t allow for route tracking and required more time for drivers to learn their routes. Upgrading this technology means setting up our drivers for success.

We’re grateful to the Solid Waste Management District for supporting this innovative investment in efficiency and service.

This week, the City Justice Center (CJC) celebrated a major graduation at City Hall, welcoming 14 new correctional officers to its ranks. In addition, two officers were promoted to Captain and one to Major.

These additions support the hiring goals set under Commissioner Hayward and strengthen the safety and well-being of both staff and detainees. Working inside a correctional facility comes with unique challenges, and correctional officers play a vital role in maintaining order while upholding dignity. Their impact extends beyond the facility, reaching families and the broader St. Louis community.

Join us in congratulating these 14 new officers and our newly promoted leaders as they work toward a safer, stronger St. Louis.

Find your next career move with the City of St. Louis at www.stlouis-mo.gov/jobs

A Double Celebration of Service in St. Louis ⚜️

This week (May 3–9), we are simultaneously celebrating Public Service Recognition Week across the country and Missouri Local Government Week across our state.

In St. Louis, these aren't just dates on a calendar—they represent the thousands of dedicated professionals who have taken an "Oath to Serve" our community.

Why this week matters for St. Louis:

Local Government Week reminds us that the most impactful services—like clean water, safe parks, and reliable trash collection—happen right in our backyard.

Public Service Recognition Week honors the broader commitment of state and federal employees who keep Missouri and the nation moving forward.

To all our colleagues, friends, and neighbors working in the public sector: Thank you for your resilience, your expertise, and your unwavering dedication to the public good.

Join us in thanking our public servants in the comments below! 👇

𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐢𝐧 𝐒𝐭. 𝐋𝐨𝐮𝐢𝐬

We are proud to celebrate St. Louis Lambert International Airport Director Rhonda Hamm-Niebruegge, who recently spoke at a reception honoring the St. Louis Business 500.

During the event, Rhonda was also recognized by St. Louis Magazine as a Business 500 Leading Industries leader. This honor reflects her impactful leadership and her commitment to the continued growth of the St. Louis region.

Please join us in congratulating Rhonda on this well-deserved recognition!

6 years of excellence! 🏆🌳

We are thrilled to announce that the City of St. Louis Forestry Division has earned Spire’s Silver Shovel Award for the sixth consecutive year. This honor is awarded to Missouri organizations that achieve a flawless year with zero gas pipeline damage.

“The Silver Shovel Award is outstanding recognition of our forestry team’s attention to safety and coordination with Spire,” said Greg Hayes, director of Parks, Recreation and Forestry. “To earn this award six years in a row is a testament to the excellence and professionalism shown by our team. In neighborhoods across the city, our team plants, trims and removes trees. With the use of heavy equipment, including stump grinders, it’s essential that our team puts safety first—and they do every day.”

Join us in thanking our Forestry team for keeping St. Louis safe! 🌳

City offices will close at 2 p.m. today due to severe weather.

The Department of Personnel will reopen tomorrow at 8 a.m.

Contact us at (314) 622-4308 or [email protected]