Demanding Financial Transparency
for a Stronger
St. Louis
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"St. Louis citizens file petition, signatures hoping to prompt financial audit of City"
Sean Malone, KMOX
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"A group of St. Louis residents has filed a petition with the Missouri State Auditor’s Office."
Joey Schneider, FOX2
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"A local citizens' group, filed paperwork this week to trigger a state audit."
STLTODAY
Our Mission
To advocate for transparency and accountability in St. Louis City finances by uniting residents and concerned citizens to demand a comprehensive audit, ensuring that taxpayer dollars are managed responsibly for the benefit of our community.
We believe St. Louis leaders are not being transparent about how they are using our tax dollars, including $500 million in ARPA funds and $280 million from the NFL Rams settlement.
Petition Requesting Aduit to the Honorable Scott Fitzpatrick State Auditor of Missouri:
Based on information provided by the State Auditor’s Office, the cost of an audit for political subdivisions of a similar size and function has ranged from $2.3 to $2.7 million. We understand that the political subdivision named above shall pay the actual cost of the audit even if the cost exceeds the estimate as stated. We also understand that this form, when filled with the State Auditor, becomes a PUBLIC RECORD which will be open for public inspection. Section 29.230.4, RSMo, allows a person to withdraw their signature within ten days after the petition is received by the State Auditor.
NOTE: The State Auditor will conduct a performance audit and will determine the scope of the audit. The audit will cover the current period and most recently completed fiscal year at the time the petition signatures are verified and the audit is scheduled. The scope of the audit may be revised as determined by the State Auditor.
Required Signatures for Petition Submission
When submitted to the State Auditor's Office, a petition must contain the required number of signatures from qualified voters, based on the number of votes cast by registered resident voters in the last gubernatorial election, as provided by Section 29.230, RSMo.
A qualified voter must be registered and a resident of the political subdivision at the time they sign. Based on election information available from the local election authority, the number of signatures required for a petition audit of the City of St. Louis is a minimum of 6,745.
FAQs
Is there a deadline?
Yes. We are collecting physical signatures now until Nov. 14th, 2024.
Can we sign the petition online?
No. The law doesn’t allow you to sign electronically, signatures must be physical.
How can I sign the petition?
We are collecting signatures at the 4 polling places out of 8 that allow no-excuses absentee voting.
1) Board of Elections on 300 North Tucker
2) Buder Library - 4401 Hampton Avenue
3)Carpenter Library - 3309 S.Grand Blvd
4) Schlafly Library - 222 N. Euclid
Can I get involved?
Yes! If you’d like to volunteer, please let us know by using our contact form.
Why should I sign?
Signing the petition to audit the City of St. Louis can promote transparency and accountability in local government. It can help identify inefficiencies, uncover mismanagement of funds, and ensure taxpayer money is being used effectively. An audit can lead to better public services and restore trust in local leadership, ultimately benefiting the community as a whole.