April 3, 2026
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April Elections: Early voting is open. Any registered voter can vote at the UMSL Millennium Center now through election day on Tuesday, April 7th. To look up your ballot, check polling places & wait times, check out the St. Louis County Board of Elections’ website:
Voter ID: To vote, you must have a photo ID issued by the State of Missouri or the U.S. government that is current or have an expiration date after the date of the most recent general election. Examples include:
Missouri Driver or Non-Driver License
U.S. Passport or Passport Card
U.S. Military ID
STL County Offices: Beginning this spring, several County government buildings, including locations in Clayton, Northwest Crossing, and South County, will be closed to the public on Fridays as department heads work through a significant budget shortfall and rising operational costs.While offices are closed to the public, County staff will continue working to address critical needs, including a backlog of applications for programs like the Senior Property Tax Freeze, property tax refunds, and benefits under the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act.Residents are encouraged to plan ahead for in-person visits and to take advantage of online services whenever possible as the County works through these challenges.
Neighborhood Preservation: Callery pear trees, commonly know as Bradford pear trees, are considered invasive in Missouri. In 2025, the state of MO passed a law to prohibit plant nurseries from selling Japanese honeysuckle, sericea lespedeza, perilla mint, burning bush, and Callery pear. The law will go into effect on January 1, 2029.
For the benefit of yourself and your neighbors, please refrain from planting these species, including Bradford pears, as you plan your landscaping in the coming years.
Pear Buyback: If you remove a Bradford Pear from your property, you can receive a free native tree for your yard. This program runs March 16-April 16. For details on how to register and get your free tree, check out the details on the MO Invasive Plant Council’s website: HERE
Neighborhood Safety: Exterior lighting can enhance home security, increase safety by illuminating hazards, and boost curb appeal. It deters intruders by eliminating dark hiding spots, prevents trip and falls on pathways, and extends the usability of outdoor living spaces into the night.
Meetings & Reminders
April 20: Bel-Nor Board of Alderperson Meeting at 7:30 pm at City Hall
Have a great weekend and thanks for reading!
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