Southwest Garden Neighborhood Association

08/30/2026

08/27/2026

Large, mature trees make our slice of the City special. Of course, those trees continue to age and often need care. We receive many service requests related to tree concerns, ranging from trimming and removal to stump grinding.

The Forestry Division has done tremendous work throughout the City since mid-Summer due to a City-wide investment to remove problem trees. Nevertheless, as of mid-August, the 5th Ward still had 249 open tree removal work orders, plus additional requests for trimming and stump grinding.

To assist Forestry, we committed $100,000 of 5th Ward capital to tree removal for the 2026-27 fiscal year. Those funds will be dedicated solely to addressing the 249 open work orders in our neighborhoods. I met with the Forestry Commissioner earlier this week to discuss the work. He anticipates we'll see significant tree removal work across the ward by mid-October.

These funds are an example of how we're investing in the ward to ensure our community remains a place where you're proud to live. Do you have an idea for a capital improvement? Please share it with me at: [email protected].

08/19/2026

Success! One of our own is celebrating this morning. Collegiate School of Medicine and Bioscience is ranked #2 among Missouri high schools and #90 nationwide. The rankings are published annually by U.S. News & World Report. Schools are ranked on state-required test performance, graduation rates, and how the schools prepare students for college.

Collegiate is located in Southwest Garden.

Want to learn more? Check out the listing at: Collegiate School Of Medicine and Bioscience in St. Louis, MO - US News https://share.google/IXkfiAZjTN9nAB0kX.

08/18/2026

PRECAUTIONARY BOIL ORDER LIFTED- ALL CLEAR

The Precautionary Boil Water Advisory that was issued by the City of St. Louis Water Division on 08/17/26 for portions of the City has been lifted effective 07:15 AM 08/18/26.

The Water Division conducted several tests on water samples collected in the affected areas and has verified the water is not contaminated and is safe to consume.

https://www.stlwater.com/alert/boil-water-advisory-lifted-all-clear/

08/17/2026

Precautionary Boil Water Advisory for Southwest Garden

The City Water Division has issued a precautionary boil water advisory for portions of its service area due to low water pressure caused by a loss of pump at the Chain of Rocks WTP.

The neighborhoods affected area under the precautionary boil water advisory are:

Hi-Pointe, Clayton-Tamm, Cheltenham and Kings Oak
Franz Park, The Hill and Southwest Garden
Ellendale, Clifton Heights and North Hampton
Tower Grove South, South Grand and Gravois Park
Tower Grove East, Compton Heights, Shaw,
Benton Park West

For specific streets and boundaries, please visit stlwater.com.

The Water Division has not detected any contamination to the water supply and has issued
the boil water advisory out of an abundance of caution.

The boil water advisory is in effect until further notice.

The Water Division will analyze water samples before determining when to lift the boil water advisory. Test results will be in 24 hours.

More details can be found @ stlwater.com.

08/11/2026

Refuse added an additional recycling drop-off point in Southwest Garden. The location is on Reber Place at its intersection with Brannon Avenue, between Southwest and Arsenal Street.

This point joins 5th Ward locations on Sublette Avenue near Engine House #35 and off Wherry near Buder Elementary.

The City’s trash and recycling program continues to evolve. Let Refuse know your opinions about the state of the City’s waste program by participating in a brief survey. The survey is available at:
tinyurl.com/stl-recycling-survey. The survey is open through August 31.

Remember to remove your recyclables from bags before placing them in the dumpsters.

08/04/2026

It is Election Day in St. Louis, please make sure to have your voices heard!

In St. Louis City, residents can vote at any polling location. You can find your nearest polling location here: https://www.stlouis-mo.gov/government/departments/board-election-commissioners/voter/polling-places/index.cfm

In addition to primary elections for races for congressional representatives, state representatives and more, there are also important city and state propositions on the ballot, including Prop M, a measure to modernize the St. Louis City charter, sponsored by Ward 5 Alderman Matt Devoti.

There are also four state Amendment proposals that require your attention. Republican, Democrat and Non-Partisan sample ballots can be found here:https://www.stlouis-mo.gov/government/departments/board-election-commissioners/documents/upload/Aug26-Sample-Ballots-All-Parties-2.pdf

07/29/2026

One of my jobs is to advocate on your behalf when the City fails to provide a service you deserve. Typical advocacy involves working with City departments to correct outstanding requests to trim and remove sidewalk trees, following up on missed refuse service, addressing problem streets, sidewalks, and properties, and working with our police partners on a wide variety of issues.

I need your help to ensure a prompt and efficient resolution of your problem. First, contact the Citizens Service Bureau to make a service request. When you do so, specifically state your concern. Be prepared to identify the specific service you want, the address where the concern exists and, if possible, upload a photograph showing the issue. The old saying suggesting "a photograph is worth a 1,000 words" is absolutely true. Once done, you'll get a Request No. and, if you make an online request, an email receipt.

CSB will provide you with a date by which your concern will be addressed. If you don't see action by that date, provide me with the Request No. That number ensures my office follows up on the request you made. Your efforts also provide essential documentation for holding City departments accountable. After all, the City cannot resolve an issue it doesn't know about.

My partners in this role are our Neighborhood Improvement Specialists. Justin Rohloff serves as the NIS for the Hill and Southwest Garden neighborhoods. Shanieka Jackson serves North Hampton and Southampton. NISs are resident advocates, charged with the responsibility to educate you and help you work through your issue. Justin and Shanieka are excellent references.

Vivian Walter is my Legislative Assistant. Vivian and I are ready to help you. You can reach us at: [email protected] and [email protected].

04/29/2026

🚨 RESCHEDULED MEETING DATE 🚨

Good news neighbors, the Southwest Garden Neighborhood Association’s general meeting has been rescheduled for Monday, May 4 at 7pm.

Please join us as we hold elections for the 2026 board, hear from guests, including SLMPD and the Circuit Attorney’s Office and more.

We’re glad everyone stayed safe during our severe weather earlier this week and we hope to see everyone at our meeting next week!

04/27/2026

Out of an abundance of caution for the incoming severe weather, the Southwest Garden Neighborhood Association’s April General Meeting has been POSTPONED. Please make sure you are safe during this severe weather and you have multiple ways to get alerts about incoming potentially dangerous conditions.

SWGNA will provide details regarding a potential reschedule date and time when that information is ready.