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Business districts ask council for marketing, lighting and parking support as revenue questions loom
Summary
Four business districts — Business Development Commission, Crossroads, Old Orchard and Old Webster — reported annual activities and asked the council for operational and capital support including district marketing, facade grants, rooftop lighting and parking improvements.
Webster Groves — Business leaders from the city’s four commercial districts briefed the City Council Tuesday on events, marketing efforts, streetscape projects and budget requests as the city begins broader budget talks.
Representatives from the Business Development Commission (BDC), the Crossroads (Big Bend & Elm), Old Orchard and Old Webster described programs that aim to draw residents and visitors year‑round and detailed specific asks for district programs and maintenance.
Why it matters
Business districts are key local revenue generators and influence land use, parking and public‑space planning. Council members said they will review district funding requests alongside the city’s budget and upcoming discussion about municipal revenues.
What the districts reported
Business Development Commission: Chair Tammy Boehm told the council the BDC has expanded outreach with after‑hours events in partnership with the…
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