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- Arts, Culture & Innovation
- Education, Training & Leadership
- Empowerment, Diversity & Equity
- Health, Well-Being & Safety
- Infrastructure, Facility & Transportation
- Prosperity, Opportunity & Employment
- Urban Character, Vitality & Ecology
Arts, Culture & Innovation Projects
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/Developing-Community-Asset-Image1_3.jpg)
Information on how to develop an asset inventory of your neighborhood or community.
![](/government/departments/mayor/initiatives/sustainability/toolkit/images/sustainability-logo-transparent-150px.gif)
Existing buildings with historic architectural features, unique design elements, or historical significance add character and charm to a neighborhood
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/creative-vacant-land-image_1.jpg)
Resources for fostering the creative reuse of City owned vacant land.
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/walking-group-yoga-image_1.jpg)
Collective fitness is typically easier to commit to than individual fitness programs, and it also promotes neighborhood solidarity, use of public spaces, and overall neighborhood safety.
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/Timebank_1.jpg)
A timebank is a currency, like money, that can be traded among neighbors. In this case, the currency is an hour of time. An hour of help earns one credit.
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/Tool-Library_1.jpg)
It operates much like a traditional library, where residents check out tools and return them about a week later.
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/Clean-the-streets_1.png)
Street clean up programs and projects generally include a regularly scheduled day that the community gathers to clean up debris, weeds, and overgrown landscaping
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/creative-seating-image_1.jpg)
Resources and information on creating an installation of a chair,a group of chairs, a bench, a surface, or something similar that is designed for the general public to use in daily life.
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/Preserve-existing-building-image-1_1.jpg)
Preservation maximizes the use of existing materials and infrastructure, reduces waste, and preserves the historic character and charm of a neighborhood.
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/art-installation-2.png)
Engage local residents and employ local artists to highlight the unique history and character of a neighborhood
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/buliding-murals.png)
Beautify the neighborhood, support local artists, and create a safer and more identifiable place, increasing the livability and value of your neighborhood
Education, Training & Leadership Projects
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/Developing-Community-Asset-Image1_3.jpg)
Information on how to develop an asset inventory of your neighborhood or community.
![](/government/departments/mayor/initiatives/sustainability/toolkit/images/sustainability-logo-transparent-150px.gif)
Existing buildings with historic architectural features, unique design elements, or historical significance add character and charm to a neighborhood
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/walk-to-school_1.jpg)
Safe Routes to School is a national and international movement to create safe, convenient, and fun opportunities for children to bicycle and walk to and from school.
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/Planting-trees.png)
Urban trees have been shown to have a positive impact on the quality of streets and open space, neighborhood property value, stormwater runoff, and health of the environment
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/Preserve-existing-building-image-1_1.jpg)
Preservation maximizes the use of existing materials and infrastructure, reduces waste, and preserves the historic character and charm of a neighborhood.
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/Energy-challenge-image-1_1.jpg)
Information and resources on holding a block or neighborhood-wide competition between individual households, groups of households, or different blocks to collectively reduce energy use.
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/Volunteer-weatherizing-window_2.jpg)
Weatherization or weatherproofing is the process of protecting a building and its interior to reduce energy use and lower energy costs
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/Painting-rain-barrels_1.jpg)
Information and resources for disconnecting downspouts and installing rain barrels.
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/white-roof_1.jpg)
Cool roofs are highly reflective roofs that absorb less heat from sunlight and keep your building cooler
Empowerment, Diversity & Equity Projects
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/Developing-Community-Asset-Image1_3.jpg)
Information on how to develop an asset inventory of your neighborhood or community.
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/walking-group-yoga-image_1.jpg)
Collective fitness is typically easier to commit to than individual fitness programs, and it also promotes neighborhood solidarity, use of public spaces, and overall neighborhood safety.
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/Grocery-in-the-Grove_1.jpg)
By encouraging stores to improve their food and service offerings to be more healthy and local, they encourage and enable healthier eating habits.
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/Downtown-Bike-Station_1.jpg)
A bike hub will be different in every community and should be customized and operated to meet the needs of that community.
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/Bike-safety-patrol_1.jpg)
Information and resources on starting a neighborhood safety program
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/walk-to-school_1.jpg)
Safe Routes to School is a national and international movement to create safe, convenient, and fun opportunities for children to bicycle and walk to and from school.
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/Timebank_1.jpg)
A timebank is a currency, like money, that can be traded among neighbors. In this case, the currency is an hour of time. An hour of help earns one credit.
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/Tool-Library_1.jpg)
It operates much like a traditional library, where residents check out tools and return them about a week later.
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/Community-garden.jpg)
Information and resources on establishing a community garden or food installation.
Health, Well-Being & Safety Projects
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/creative-vacant-land-image_1.jpg)
Resources for fostering the creative reuse of City owned vacant land.
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/walking-group-yoga-image_1.jpg)
Collective fitness is typically easier to commit to than individual fitness programs, and it also promotes neighborhood solidarity, use of public spaces, and overall neighborhood safety.
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/Grocery-in-the-Grove_1.jpg)
By encouraging stores to improve their food and service offerings to be more healthy and local, they encourage and enable healthier eating habits.
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/Downtown-Bike-Station_1.jpg)
A bike hub will be different in every community and should be customized and operated to meet the needs of that community.
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/Bike-safety-patrol_1.jpg)
Information and resources on starting a neighborhood safety program
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/walk-to-school_1.jpg)
Safe Routes to School is a national and international movement to create safe, convenient, and fun opportunities for children to bicycle and walk to and from school.
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/creative-seating-image_1.jpg)
Resources and information on creating an installation of a chair,a group of chairs, a bench, a surface, or something similar that is designed for the general public to use in daily life.
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/walking-tour_1.jpg)
Host themed walking or biking tours of your neighborhood to encourage urban exploration, active lifestyles, and to offer unique insight to your neighborhood for residents and visitors.
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/Planting-trees.png)
Urban trees have been shown to have a positive impact on the quality of streets and open space, neighborhood property value, stormwater runoff, and health of the environment
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/Energy-challenge-image-1_1.jpg)
Information and resources on holding a block or neighborhood-wide competition between individual households, groups of households, or different blocks to collectively reduce energy use.
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/local-store_1.jpg)
A shop local campaign is an advertising campaign and/or fund-raising effort to highlight the benefits of shopping at locally owned and operated businesses and increase patronage at those businesses.
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/Community-garden.jpg)
Information and resources on establishing a community garden or food installation.
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/Native-plants.png)
Native plants and flowers are typically hardiest and most acclimated to St. Louis growing conditions
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/De-paving-a-parking-lot_1.jpg)
A permeable surface is one made from materials that allow stormwater to move through the surface and soak into the ground.
Infrastructure, Facility & Transportation Projects
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/Downtown-Bike-Station_1.jpg)
A bike hub will be different in every community and should be customized and operated to meet the needs of that community.
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/walk-to-school_1.jpg)
Safe Routes to School is a national and international movement to create safe, convenient, and fun opportunities for children to bicycle and walk to and from school.
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/Tool-Library_1.jpg)
It operates much like a traditional library, where residents check out tools and return them about a week later.
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/Clean-the-streets_1.png)
Street clean up programs and projects generally include a regularly scheduled day that the community gathers to clean up debris, weeds, and overgrown landscaping
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/Planting-trees.png)
Urban trees have been shown to have a positive impact on the quality of streets and open space, neighborhood property value, stormwater runoff, and health of the environment
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/Energy-challenge-image-1_1.jpg)
Information and resources on holding a block or neighborhood-wide competition between individual households, groups of households, or different blocks to collectively reduce energy use.
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/Volunteer-weatherizing-window_2.jpg)
Weatherization or weatherproofing is the process of protecting a building and its interior to reduce energy use and lower energy costs
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/Painting-rain-barrels_1.jpg)
Information and resources for disconnecting downspouts and installing rain barrels.
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/Rain-garden_1.jpg)
Information and resources on installing a rain garden or bioswales.
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/De-paving-a-parking-lot_1.jpg)
A permeable surface is one made from materials that allow stormwater to move through the surface and soak into the ground.
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/white-roof_1.jpg)
Cool roofs are highly reflective roofs that absorb less heat from sunlight and keep your building cooler
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/recycling_1.jpg)
Recycling is taking reusable materials out of the waste stream and processing them into new materials
Prosperity, Opportunity & Employment Projects
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/Developing-Community-Asset-Image1_3.jpg)
Information on how to develop an asset inventory of your neighborhood or community.
![](/government/departments/mayor/initiatives/sustainability/toolkit/images/sustainability-logo-transparent-150px.gif)
Existing buildings with historic architectural features, unique design elements, or historical significance add character and charm to a neighborhood
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/Grocery-in-the-Grove_1.jpg)
By encouraging stores to improve their food and service offerings to be more healthy and local, they encourage and enable healthier eating habits.
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/Timebank_1.jpg)
A timebank is a currency, like money, that can be traded among neighbors. In this case, the currency is an hour of time. An hour of help earns one credit.
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/Tool-Library_1.jpg)
It operates much like a traditional library, where residents check out tools and return them about a week later.
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/walking-tour_1.jpg)
Host themed walking or biking tours of your neighborhood to encourage urban exploration, active lifestyles, and to offer unique insight to your neighborhood for residents and visitors.
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/Preserve-existing-building-image-1_1.jpg)
Preservation maximizes the use of existing materials and infrastructure, reduces waste, and preserves the historic character and charm of a neighborhood.
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/local-store_1.jpg)
A shop local campaign is an advertising campaign and/or fund-raising effort to highlight the benefits of shopping at locally owned and operated businesses and increase patronage at those businesses.
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/Volunteer-weatherizing-window_2.jpg)
Weatherization or weatherproofing is the process of protecting a building and its interior to reduce energy use and lower energy costs
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/Rain-garden_1.jpg)
Information and resources on installing a rain garden or bioswales.
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/white-roof_1.jpg)
Cool roofs are highly reflective roofs that absorb less heat from sunlight and keep your building cooler
Urban Character, Vitality & Ecology Projects
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/Developing-Community-Asset-Image1_3.jpg)
Information on how to develop an asset inventory of your neighborhood or community.
![](/government/departments/mayor/initiatives/sustainability/toolkit/images/sustainability-logo-transparent-150px.gif)
Existing buildings with historic architectural features, unique design elements, or historical significance add character and charm to a neighborhood
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/creative-vacant-land-image_1.jpg)
Resources for fostering the creative reuse of City owned vacant land.
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/walking-group-yoga-image_1.jpg)
Collective fitness is typically easier to commit to than individual fitness programs, and it also promotes neighborhood solidarity, use of public spaces, and overall neighborhood safety.
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/Grocery-in-the-Grove_1.jpg)
By encouraging stores to improve their food and service offerings to be more healthy and local, they encourage and enable healthier eating habits.
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/Downtown-Bike-Station_1.jpg)
A bike hub will be different in every community and should be customized and operated to meet the needs of that community.
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/Bike-safety-patrol_1.jpg)
Information and resources on starting a neighborhood safety program
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/walk-to-school_1.jpg)
Safe Routes to School is a national and international movement to create safe, convenient, and fun opportunities for children to bicycle and walk to and from school.
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/Tool-Library_1.jpg)
It operates much like a traditional library, where residents check out tools and return them about a week later.
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/Clean-the-streets_1.png)
Street clean up programs and projects generally include a regularly scheduled day that the community gathers to clean up debris, weeds, and overgrown landscaping
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/creative-seating-image_1.jpg)
Resources and information on creating an installation of a chair,a group of chairs, a bench, a surface, or something similar that is designed for the general public to use in daily life.
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/walking-tour_1.jpg)
Host themed walking or biking tours of your neighborhood to encourage urban exploration, active lifestyles, and to offer unique insight to your neighborhood for residents and visitors.
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/Planting-trees.png)
Urban trees have been shown to have a positive impact on the quality of streets and open space, neighborhood property value, stormwater runoff, and health of the environment
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/Preserve-existing-building-image-1_1.jpg)
Preservation maximizes the use of existing materials and infrastructure, reduces waste, and preserves the historic character and charm of a neighborhood.
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/Energy-challenge-image-1_1.jpg)
Information and resources on holding a block or neighborhood-wide competition between individual households, groups of households, or different blocks to collectively reduce energy use.
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/local-store_1.jpg)
A shop local campaign is an advertising campaign and/or fund-raising effort to highlight the benefits of shopping at locally owned and operated businesses and increase patronage at those businesses.
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/Community-garden.jpg)
Information and resources on establishing a community garden or food installation.
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/Volunteer-weatherizing-window_2.jpg)
Weatherization or weatherproofing is the process of protecting a building and its interior to reduce energy use and lower energy costs
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/Painting-rain-barrels_1.jpg)
Information and resources for disconnecting downspouts and installing rain barrels.
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/Rain-garden_1.jpg)
Information and resources on installing a rain garden or bioswales.
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/Native-plants.png)
Native plants and flowers are typically hardiest and most acclimated to St. Louis growing conditions
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/art-installation-2.png)
Engage local residents and employ local artists to highlight the unique history and character of a neighborhood
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/De-paving-a-parking-lot_1.jpg)
A permeable surface is one made from materials that allow stormwater to move through the surface and soak into the ground.
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/white-roof_1.jpg)
Cool roofs are highly reflective roofs that absorb less heat from sunlight and keep your building cooler
![](/government/departments/planning/sustainability/toolkit/images/csthumbnail_large/buliding-murals.png)
Beautify the neighborhood, support local artists, and create a safer and more identifiable place, increasing the livability and value of your neighborhood
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