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Read the full July 24, 2025 GSL newsletter.
St. Louis leaders on Friday cut the ribbon to celebrate the completion of construction on 7th Street between Ballpark Village and Washington Avenue. In doing so, they highlighted the public-private partnerships driving real change and momentum in Downtown St. Louis.
The project includes new, protected bicycle-pedestrian lanes, new trees and lighting, the repaving of 7th Street from Walnut to Washington, sidewalk and crosswalk improvements, and new traffic management upgrades, all of which provide a safe, well-lit, and more beautiful connection between two major Downtown anchors, Busch Stadium/Ballpark Village, and Washington Avenue/the America’s Center.
The Bottom Line: When Downtown St. Louis streets are active, they’re safer, more vibrant, and more welcoming. Explained Kurt Weigle, Chief Downtown Officer, Greater St. Louis, Inc.: “We know that truly revitalizing Downtown won’t happen overnight, but this project – when coupled with the establishment of the new Downtown Entertainment District, the Public Safety Ambassadors, the Millennium development, and new activations and events – are all proof points that we are well on our way.”