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STL Recovers The Official Page for the St.Louis Tornado Recovery Office.

Resources, Tools, and stories that restore, rebuild, and collectively reimagine areas affected by the 2025 Tornado.

09/24/2026

St. Louis, we’re taking a stand for our neighbors who have been misled, exploited, and deceived.

I’m proud to announce the launch of the City of St. Louis Contractor Fraud Legal Task Force, dedicated to protecting our tornado survivors. We've heard from impacted residents who shared that as they try to recover from the May 2025 tornado, some contractors have taken advantage of them. From shoddy work to paying for services that were never completed, various types of contractor fraud has been occurring, and we are taking strides to end that today.

This task force has been created in collaboration with Legal Services of Eastern Missouri and the Missouri Attorney General Catherine L. Hanaway Office and unites some of St. Louis’s top legal minds. The task force will provide FREE, high-quality legal support to tornado victims who have fallen victim to contractor fraud.

I want to extend a special thanks to attorney Celeste Vossmeyer for leading this extraordinary coalition, and to volunteer attorneys Timothy Tevlin, Chris Clark, Tim O’Connell, Sheila Greenbaum, James Crowe, Pete Woods, and Brent Dulle. I'm also grateful for our essential partners at Legal Services of Eastern Missouri.

To everyone affected by the May 16 tornado and targeted by contractor scams: We hear you. We stand with you. And we won’t stop fighting for justice.

Join Plan STL tomorrow at Mathews-Dickey Club to discuss plans for Wells-Goodfellow, Hamilton Heights, Kingsway West, O’...
09/22/2026

Join Plan STL tomorrow at Mathews-Dickey Club to discuss plans for Wells-Goodfellow, Hamilton Heights, Kingsway West, O’Fallon, Penrose, College Hill, and Fairground (Plan Area 4) neighborhoods.

The Community Field Day and Pop-Up Market begin at 4 p.m. and the public community meeting begins in the gym at 6 p.m.

Enjoy outdoor games and free food, support local businesses, and help shape the long-term vision for Plan Area 4. Learn about recovery efforts and connect with neighbors, families, businesses, and community partners, all in one place!

Let your voice help shape the future for today and generations to come. We hope to see you there!

Click the link in our comments for more details.

08/25/2026

Time to Get Prepared!

CEMA and the Office of Financial Empowerment (OFE) are here to help! City of St. Louis EM

Join us for the Financial First Aid Expo and connect with FREE resources and support to help you navigate financial challenges and prepare for the unexpected. Facing eviction? Still trying to get back on your feet after the May 2025 tornado? You’re not alone., we are here to HELP!

Thursday, August 27, 2026
5:30–8:00 PM
5501 Delmar Blvd.
Accessible by bus routes
FREE & open to the public
Refreshments available

Come get the help, resources and information you need. It’s time to get prepared!

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Yesterday, City of Saint Louis Water Division, in collaboration with the Recovery Office, unveiled the Tornado Recovery ...
08/25/2026

Yesterday, City of Saint Louis Water Division, in collaboration with the Recovery Office, unveiled the Tornado Recovery Water Affordability Plan to help residents get back on track with past-due water bills.

Across tornado-impacted neighborhoods, 4,164 accounts are currently behind on their water bills, representing about $4.34 million in outstanding water debt. Some of these balances began during the COVID-19 pandemic and were further exacerbated by the May 16 tornado, which added a significant financial burden for families. During that time, the Water Division issued a moratorium, meaning it would not shut off water for households that fell behind on their payments. The Water Division will now begin addressing delinquent accounts, and the Tornado Recovery Water Affordability Program will help households that may need additional support.

Residents may be eligible for a 50% rate reduction through December 2028, a 50% retroactive disaster credit, a 100% disaster credit, or a waiver of turn-off/reconnection fees. Other relief programs are also available, and impacted residents are encouraged to call 314-771-2255 or visit stlrecovers.com (https://tornadorecovery.stl.gov) for more information.

I’m very proud to join my staff for this month’s Mayor’s Community Service Day in the Greater Ville neighborhood! My off...
08/24/2026

I’m very proud to join my staff for this month’s Mayor’s Community Service Day in the Greater Ville neighborhood! My office hosts these events each month where we leave City Hall, and head out into the community!

Friday, we cleaned the streets, bus stops, and sidewalks around Hickey Elementary, ensuring students have a safe path to school. We also brightened the area by painting crosswalks and street planters and adding fresh plants.

This back-to-school cleanup means so much to me, and I’m deeply grateful for my staff and all the dedicated city employees working together to improve this amazing community.

Today we celebrated the work of Habitat Saint Louis and other incredible partners who will be building 40 new homes in N...
08/18/2026

Today we celebrated the work of Habitat Saint Louis and other incredible partners who will be building 40 new homes in North St. Louis! This $17 million project is helping lay the groundwork for a brighter future for our city.

The City of St. Louis is proud to be a partner in this effort. Through the Land Reutilization Authority and the work of the St. Louis Development Corporation - SLDC, we have been able to help put vacant and underutilized property back to productive use.

This is collaboration in action. Financial institutions, nonprofits, and passionate community organizations coming together to create real opportunity for St. Louis.

The City of St. Louis wants tornado-impacted residents to be able to live in homes that are safe, sanitary, and function...
08/11/2026

The City of St. Louis wants tornado-impacted residents to be able to live in homes that are safe, sanitary, and functional. To support that goal, the City has launched a unique Home Repair Program intended to be a step toward recovery for eligible residents.

To help clarify the details of the program, we've added Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) to our website (link in post). We'll continue to update the FAQs with more questions (and answers) as they arise.

Here's a sneak peak with more details available on the website:

Who is eligible for the program?
Answer: You must be the property owner, your property must have been damaged by the tornado, you must have been the property owner at the time of the tornado, and you must have applied to the program by the cut-off date (February 28, 2026).

How much money will be spent on my house?
Answer: Each house will receive a maximum of $50,000 of work, but many houses do not require the full amount to make the home safe, sanitary, and functional.

What does safe, sanitary, and functional mean?
Answer: Safe: The building is weather-tight, ensures safe entrance/exit, and water damage and mold are addressed. Sanitary: The home is free from health hazards. Functional: The kitchen, bathroom, and utilities operate properly.

Can I stay in my house while repairs are being done?
Answer: No, residents may not stay in the house while repairs are being done. Residents will have ample time to remove any belongings they don’t wish to leave behind and they will sign paperwork giving workers permission to enter their home. Some residents may qualify for temporary relocation or moving assistance.

What if I don’t like the quality of the repairs?
Answer: City of St. Louis officials will inspect the work. If the work does not meet quality standards, the contractors will be asked to fix the work. The home owner will be asked to sign paperwork acknowledging that the repairs stated in scope are complete and meet program standards.

Will my home be fully repaired through the program?
Answer: Most homes will not be fully repaired through the program. The program is one step on the road to recovery and we anticipate that additional work may be desired (eg: painting, fixtures, updates).

What if I’m on the waiting list?
Answer: We expect to announce additional details in October about the next phase of the program.

To see the full details of the FAQs, please visit our website here: https://tornadorecovery.stl.gov/recovery-progress/ #:~:text=for%20eligible%20residents-,.,-This%20program%20is

Recovery Office staff and Board of Aldermen elected officials attended a private working session today with senior leade...
08/07/2026

Recovery Office staff and Board of Aldermen elected officials attended a private working session today with senior leaders from New Orleans who were instrumental in Hurricane Katrina recovery. We dove into lessons learned on long-term recovery, neighborhood revitalization, equitable redevelopment, and building community trust. The insights and open conversations were invaluable as we explore how New Orleans’ experience can shape STL’s path forward.

Thank you to all the sponsors for creating this opportunity to connect, learn, and bring new ideas back to our community.

A fresh start begins with one step.If you were impacted by the May tornado in the City of St. Louis, join us for a free ...
08/05/2026

A fresh start begins with one step.

If you were impacted by the May tornado in the City of St. Louis, join us for a free SLATE Orientation to learn about employment services, job training, career counseling, and other resources available to help you move forward.

Come meet our team, explore your options, and take the next step toward getting back on track.

📅 Friday, August 14
🕑 2:00 p.m.
📍 SLATE Missouri Job Center, 1520 Market St., Suite 3050

Following the Mayor’s recent trip to DC, FEMA has approved $2.9 million for Disaster Case Management, which means more r...
07/28/2026

Following the Mayor’s recent trip to DC, FEMA has approved $2.9 million for Disaster Case Management, which means more resources and vital support for tornado recovery efforts.

This new funding, along with the Rams Settlement announced earlier, marks a major milestone in rebuilding and strengthening our community. Starting August 1, FEMA funding will help us continue delivering disaster case management services to those in need. Thanks to this support, United Way of Greater St. Louis, in partnership with the Salvation Army, Catholic Charities, LifeWise, and HOPE, will provide expert guidance and support from experienced professionals to help our community recover and rebuild.

Special thanks to Senator Eric Schmitt and his staff for joining the Mayor in advocating for North St. Louis and helping us move forward together!

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