Spencer Announces Key Staff Appointments Ahead of St. Louis Mayoral Transition

Mayor-elect Cara Spencer of St. Louis is preparing for a swift transition into office following her victory over incumbent Tishaura Jones. With her inauguration set for April 15, Spencer has announced key appointments including Nancy Hawes as chief of staff, Emily Thenhaus as deputy chief of staff, and Beverly Isom as communications director. Her transition team, led by former Kansas City Mayor Sly James, is working with various advisory panels composed of local civic leaders to address city services and community issues. Spencer is committed to fostering an open administration and building relationships with regional leaders, emphasizing transparency and inclusion as central tenets of her governance. She has also begun addressing immediate issues such as the fencing around City Hall related to homelessness. As she prepares to take office, Spencer's focus remains on creating a collaborative environment for the city’s diverse communities.