America’s Birthday Parade, produced by the V.P. of St. Louis since 1878, kicks off the 4th of July holiday weekend! This year’s theme is “Great Things are Happening!” The parade begins at the redesigned Kiener Plaza at Broadway and Market Street and proceeds straight down Market Street to Union Station. 301 Prospect Ave St. Louis, MO, 63110 United […]
July 2 - 4 - Fair Saint Louis 2017 Fair Saint Louis is 3 days of FREE family fun, held again this year in Forest Park! Enjoy one of the nation’s top Fourth of July Festivals with a full lineup of concerts, shows, exhibitions and running events, plus the biggest fireworks displays you'll ever see!
The Fourth of July—also known as Independence Day or July 4th—has been a federal holiday in the United States since 1941, but the tradition of Independence Day celebrations goes back to the 18th century and the American Revolution. On July 2nd, 1776, the Continental Congress voted in favor of independence, and two days later delegates […]
The Municipal League of Metro St. Louis and East-West Gateway Council of Governments are launching a new training opportunity for elected officials and municipal staff. The Local Government Summer Institute will offer targeted, in-depth professional development on a rotating set of topics each summer. Registration is open to municipal staff and elected officials in Missouri […]
The Municipal League of Metro St. Louis and East-West Gateway Council of Governments are launching a new training opportunity for elected officials and municipal staff. The Local Government Summer Institute will offer targeted, in-depth professional development on a rotating set of topics each summer. Registration is open to municipal staff and elected officials in Missouri […]
Proposition D Meeting Invitation
East-West Gateway Council of Governments’ Board of Directors meetings are held on the last Wednesday of each month*, at 10:00 a.m. For agendas and additional information please visit East-West Gateway's website.
Through the years the nation gave increasing emphasis to Labor Day. The first governmental recognition came through municipal ordinances passed during 1885 and 1886. From these, a movement developed to secure state legislation. The first state bill was introduced into the New York legislature, but the first to become law was passed by Oregon on […]
The American Planning Association's, Water and Planning Connection Conference in Kansas City. Explore new ways to integrate land use planning with water management to ensure your community's healthier, more sustainable future. Collaborate with planning and water industry leaders on topics such as "One Water," planning for climate change, and engaging the public on important water issues.