Southwest Garden Neighborhood Association

08/11/2026

Refuse added an additional recycling drop-off point in Southwest Garden. The location is on Reber Place at its intersection with Brannon Avenue, between Southwest and Arsenal Street.

This point joins 5th Ward locations on Sublette Avenue near Engine House #35 and off Wherry near Buder Elementary.

The City’s trash and recycling program continues to evolve. Let Refuse know your opinions about the state of the City’s waste program by participating in a brief survey. The survey is available at:
tinyurl.com/stl-recycling-survey. The survey is open through August 31.

Remember to remove your recyclables from bags before placing them in the dumpsters.

08/04/2026

It is Election Day in St. Louis, please make sure to have your voices heard!

In St. Louis City, residents can vote at any polling location. You can find your nearest polling location here: https://www.stlouis-mo.gov/government/departments/board-election-commissioners/voter/polling-places/index.cfm

In addition to primary elections for races for congressional representatives, state representatives and more, there are also important city and state propositions on the ballot, including Prop M, a measure to modernize the St. Louis City charter, sponsored by Ward 5 Alderman Matt Devoti.

There are also four state Amendment proposals that require your attention. Republican, Democrat and Non-Partisan sample ballots can be found here:https://www.stlouis-mo.gov/government/departments/board-election-commissioners/documents/upload/Aug26-Sample-Ballots-All-Parties-2.pdf

07/29/2026

One of my jobs is to advocate on your behalf when the City fails to provide a service you deserve. Typical advocacy involves working with City departments to correct outstanding requests to trim and remove sidewalk trees, following up on missed refuse service, addressing problem streets, sidewalks, and properties, and working with our police partners on a wide variety of issues.

I need your help to ensure a prompt and efficient resolution of your problem. First, contact the Citizens Service Bureau to make a service request. When you do so, specifically state your concern. Be prepared to identify the specific service you want, the address where the concern exists and, if possible, upload a photograph showing the issue. The old saying suggesting "a photograph is worth a 1,000 words" is absolutely true. Once done, you'll get a Request No. and, if you make an online request, an email receipt.

CSB will provide you with a date by which your concern will be addressed. If you don't see action by that date, provide me with the Request No. That number ensures my office follows up on the request you made. Your efforts also provide essential documentation for holding City departments accountable. After all, the City cannot resolve an issue it doesn't know about.

My partners in this role are our Neighborhood Improvement Specialists. Justin Rohloff serves as the NIS for the Hill and Southwest Garden neighborhoods. Shanieka Jackson serves North Hampton and Southampton. NISs are resident advocates, charged with the responsibility to educate you and help you work through your issue. Justin and Shanieka are excellent references.

Vivian Walter is my Legislative Assistant. Vivian and I are ready to help you. You can reach us at: [email protected] and [email protected].

07/25/2026

07/18/2026

The City of Saint Louis Recycling Task Force wants your feedback on City waste and recycling services. Please take a moment to complete our City of Saint Louis 2026 Trash and Recycling Survey.

This survey is intended for City of St. Louis residents ONLY. Scan the QR code, visit tinyurl.com/stl-recycling-survey or call our office at (314) 772-4646 to complete the survey. It should take about 5-10 minutes to complete. Please note that the information provided in this survey will be anonymous unless you provide contact information. Responses will be accepted through August 31.

Please share this survey with friends, family and neighbors who might want to share their feedback!

07/17/2026

Prop M is on the Tuesday, August 4 ballot. It isn't sexy. It isn't controversial. And unlike multiple State propositions on the ballot, it isn't getting any media attention. But it is needed. And, it's the result of collaborative work involving the Board of Aldermen, the Mayor, the Comptroller, and multiple City offices, departments and divisions.

So, what's Prop M? Prop M:
* modernizes language describing City departments,
* deletes obsolete references to Missouri statute and City organization,
* revises references to pay scale,
* provides for modern methods of advertisement and publication, and
* replaces pronouns with specific title references.

In sum, the proposal updates outdated language in the City Charter to reflect modern government practices and improve clarity. It replaces antiquated references with current terminology that accurately reflects today's City leadership. And, it's an important step in modernizing our 112-year-old Charter.

The Board passed Prop M in February with 14 aye votes. Not a single alder voted against the bill. But, Prop M cannot take effect without your vote.

In-person, no-excuse absentee voting begins July 21. Nearby locations include Buder Library at 4401 Hampton Avenue and the Kingshighway Library at 2660 S. Vandeventer Avenue.

I'm talking with community groups about Prop M. Last night I (along with my sidekick) visited with 8th Ward residents at a town hall hosted by Alderwoman Jami Cox Antwi. On Saturday I'll speak at Carondolet Library.

Want to learn more? Let me know. I'm happy to speak with your group. Or check out the link in the Comments, below.

07/01/2026

06/30/2026

The City of St. Louis Water Division has issued a precautionary boil water advisory this morning (Tuesday, June 30) due to a water pump failure at the Chain of Rocks Water Treatment Plant, which caused a drop in water pressure across parts of the city.
Important note: They have not detected any contamination in the water supply. This advisory is being put in place out of an abundance of caution while they run safety tests over the next 24 hours.

Here is what you need to do until the order is officially lifted:
💧 Boil your water: Bring tap water to a vigorous, rolling boil for 3 full minutes before using it to drink, cook, brush your teeth, or dilute juices. Let it cool before using.

https://www.stlwater.com/alert/boil-water-advisory-6-30-26/

04/29/2026

🚨 RESCHEDULED MEETING DATE 🚨

Good news neighbors, the Southwest Garden Neighborhood Association’s general meeting has been rescheduled for Monday, May 4 at 7pm.

Please join us as we hold elections for the 2026 board, hear from guests, including SLMPD and the Circuit Attorney’s Office and more.

We’re glad everyone stayed safe during our severe weather earlier this week and we hope to see everyone at our meeting next week!

04/27/2026

Out of an abundance of caution for the incoming severe weather, the Southwest Garden Neighborhood Association’s April General Meeting has been POSTPONED. Please make sure you are safe during this severe weather and you have multiple ways to get alerts about incoming potentially dangerous conditions.

SWGNA will provide details regarding a potential reschedule date and time when that information is ready.