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April 2024 Policy Update

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In 2024 alone, Trailnet’s advocacy has resulted in the City of St. Louis making the following policy changes:

  • Resolution 200, Adopting a Vision Zero Policy:
    • Initiates planning for a Vision Zero policy and strategy to eliminate all traffic deaths and serious injuries in the city.
      • Resolution 200 was passed with a recommendation of “do pass” during the Public Infrastructure and Utilities Committee meeting on 4/3.
      • We encourage you to reach out to your elected officials to express your support for a Vision Zero commitment from The City, supported by a strong Vision Zero action plan. Learn more from the Vision Zero Network.
  • Board Bill 105, Establishing the Automated Camera Enforcement Act:
    • Initiates the use of automated enforcement cameras, a research-based strategy that is effective in preventing speeding and running red lights.
      • Mayor Jones approved the bill on 4/17.
  • Board Bill 106: Establishing the Neighborhood Traffic Safety Improvement Fund and authorizing the appropriation of those funds:
    • Allocates a portion of the funding from automated enforcement fines to safety improvements in high crash areas.
      • The bill passed the board 15-0 on 4/15 and awaits the Mayor’s approval.
  • At the City Charter Commission: Initial approval to put the formation of a City Department of Transportation on the November 2024 ballot, which would be a major step towards improving coordination and efficiency in managing the City’s transportation network.

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