East Loop Community Improvement District
About
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Recognized for world class music venues and a variety of arts, entertainment, shopping, and dining opportunities, the East Loop Community Improvement District (DBA the Delmar Loop) serves as a renowned walkable community that is welcoming, diverse, and inclusive of minority, immigrant, and women-owned businesses.
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Mission
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Through strong, vision-driven leadership and management, deliver measurable improvements to the East Loop Community Improvement District in the areas of economic development, safety, and security by establishing a welcoming and secure community with enhanced services, amenities, and physical improvements, while promoting and preserving the area’s distinct character and cultural vitality.

History
The East Loop Community Improvement District was established in May 2016. ​Funds are generated through an assessment on all real property in the district. The revenues generated from the assessment are used for three specific areas: Economic Development, Safety and Maintenance, and Administration.
Administration
To provide strong outcome focused management and governance, effective collaboration and engagement with area stakeholders, efficient use of resources, and organizational sustainability.
Economic Development
To develop and maintain thriving business district, with an increasing level of investment and economic activity, high quality venues and events, including a
vibrant mix of women, minority, and immigrant owned businesses.
Safety &
Maintenance
To ensure a well maintained environment that is safe, clean, and inviting which fosters a favorable reputation and appeal.
Our Focus
District Boundaries
The East Loop CID eastern boundary is DeBaliviere on the south side of Delmar and Laurel on the north side of Delmar. The western boundaries are Eastgate and Limit at the St. Louis Louis City Limit. The district also includes Washington University’s north campus on Skinker.
District Board of Directors
Dave Mastin
President
Delmar Loop Building/Business Owner
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Joe Edwards
Vice President
Delmar Loop Building/Business Owner
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JoAnna Schooler
Secretary/Treasurer
Washington University
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Karen Wiley Vails
Member
Delmar Loop Building/Business Owner
Reginald Scott
Member
Washington University
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Qui Tran
Member
Business Owner
John Langa
Member
Bi-State Development Corp.