Ald. Triplett to Serve as Commencement Speaker

(Meeting with students & staff at Construction

Careers Center)

I am honored to serve as the Commencement Speaker for the 2008 graduating class of Construction Careers Center located in the 6th Ward. The Construction Careers Center was the first charter high school school approved by the St. Louis Board of Education and is independently operated by the Associated General Contractors of St. Louis. The school’s curriculum is specifically designed to prepare students for work in the construction industry, and on a recent tour of the school, I had the opportunity to witness students preparing for construction job interviews. As you can imagine,  the students were nervous but also excited about reaching the next step in their career.  The Construction Careers Center offers an alternative for high school students who are motivated and interested in the construction field. The staff, led by Principal Gina Washington,  constantly pushes the students to do their best, and they have made remarkable strides in the St. Louis community. Congratulations to the staff, parents, and 2008 graduates of CCC.

 

 

Fundraiser for Lucas Park

The Friends of Lucas Park held a fundraiser recently downtown in the Railway Lofts to increase awareness about the organization and its ongoing effort to revitalize the park. You may remember that there was an organization a few years ago with this same mission but disbanded (maybe perhaps to being overwhelmed with the tasks?) Nevertheless, we have some new folks and new energy and are taking small steps to revitalizing the park and making it a place for everyone to enjoy.

Speaking with Job Corps Students

A few days ago, I was invited to speak to students participating in the Job Corps program in St. Louis City. These students were bright, optimistic and seemed intent on making the most of their Job Corps experience. One student acknowledged that her participation in Job Corps was like a “second chance” in life. Her comment struck a chord with me, because not everyone will attend college, nor graduate from high school in four years. Job Corps allows students from various backgrounds, the opportunity to learn a trade, obtain their GED, and have a job after they complete the program. It was a blessing to have the opportunity to ”spit some game” (as I told them) on life and achieving success regardless of the obstacles we encounter.

        

Scenes from STARR Fundraiser

Despite the rain and the clouds my host committee and friends put together a spectacular fundraiser for my campaign committee. Former Mayor Bosley commented that the food at the event was “the best.” Thats how we do it in the 6th Ward. Good food and good drink(Thank you “The U Restaurant”, Chaumette Winery and 33 Wine Bar) . Thanks to all those who came out to support, mix and mingle; a very special thanks to my host committee members and to Mr. Jimmie Miller, President of Miller Contracting for hosting the event at his office headquarters.

 

Marching for Peace on April 13th

Join the Tower Grove East Neighborhood Association and my office as we march for peace this Sunday, April 13th at 1pm.

 

 

Perhaps you may know that Tower Grove East is a special neighbohorhood for me (Okay, okay, a little disclaimer: All  6th Ward neighborhoods are special to me)  TGE just happens to be the community where I was born and raised and also graduated from high school. I also still reside in the Tower Grove East neighborhood, and tend to take it personally when a small faction of folk disrupt the fabric of community spirit and safety; especially when the neighborhood has worked so hard to be a safe and desirable community.

 

 

In agreement that we must constantly work to create a strong neighborhood, the Tower Grove East Neighborhood Association and my office are partnering together to sponsor An Afternoon of Peace to Reclaim Our Neighborhood” . Come join us as we express our support for a PEACEful Spring and Summer in the Tower Grove East community and throughout the City.

 

What: United for A Day of Peace — Reclaiming Our Neighborhood

When: Sunday, April 13th at 1pm – 4pm

Meeting Location: Corner of Juniata & South Grand

Route Details: The march will proceed east on Juniata, north on Lousiana, east on Arsenal, north on Compton, east on Magnlia, north on Michigan, west on Sidney, north on Tennessee and end at the Tower Grove Abbey at 2336 Tennessee for the Closing Ceremonies.  Refreshments will be provided.

 

**This event would not be possible without the leadership of Rob Ogden, Gary Bell and the Tower Grove East Board of Directors –  thank you for your support!**

 

 

 

 

Save Shenandoah School

This coming Tuesday, February 26th at 7pm, Melanie Adams from the Special Administrative School Board will be present at the Tower Grove East neighborhood meeting to speak with residents about the possible closure of Shenandoah elementary.  We all know the importance of schools remaining in the community and serving as pillars for the community. Please come and attend the meeting; ask questions, get answers and become involved.

Tower Grove East Neighborhood Meeting, February 26th @ 7:00pm

2336 Tennessee -Stray Dog Theatre (please park in the Shenandoah Elementary parking lot)

Babysitting will be provided

Tower Grove East Peace Vigil

Join the Tower Grove East and other neighborhood groups for a community peace vigil on February 11th at 6:45pm. We will meet at the Tower Grove East substation, located at 2901 Sidney at Nebraska. The purpose of this event is for local residents to band together and fight crime in our neighborhood and also highlight the collective strength we have as a community. I hope you will join us.

United for a Night of Peace: “Reclaiming Our Neighborhood”

Monday, February 11th at 6:45pm

After meeting at the substation, the march will proceed south to Nebraska, west on Magnolia, north to Michigan and end back at 2901 Sidney. Refreshments to be served.