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Committee approves vacating portion of MacArthur Bridge approach, transfer to East St. Louis
St. Louis City Housing, Urban Development, and Zoning Committee · February 17, 2026
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Summary
The committee voted to vacate and transfer a small portion of the MacArthur Bridge right-of-way on the Illinois side to East St. Louis; staff said demolition costs are substantial and that East St. Louis intends to remove and redevelop the site.
The Housing, Urban Development and Zoning Committee approved Board Bill 132 to vacate and transfer a portion of the MacArthur Bridge approach that lies on the Illinois side of the river.
Sponsor said the portion of structure is city-owned property but is located in Illinois and imposes maintenance and liability costs.…
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