Construction Training Center Proposed for Wellston
Date Posted: January 5, 2026
Posted In: Ideas, Projects,
From The St. Louis American: The Laborers’ International Union of North America, known as LiUNA, plans to build an Urban Training Center at Plymouth Industrial Park in Wellston.
The proposed training center would be located at 6440 Page Ave. The Land Clearance for Redevelopment Authority board approved the proposal Nov. 19.
“Workforce development is essential to the growth of our region and builds pathways to successful careers,” said St. Louis County Executive Sam Page.
“Our new 2050 Comprehensive Plan highlights the need for upskilling and training to bridge the gap between available workers and employer needs. I look forward to the training center helping us meet these goals.”
The project is being developed in partnership with the Associated General Contractors, SITE Improvement Association and the Mason Contractors Association. Supporters say the facility will strengthen the region’s construction workforce.
“With this project, LCRA believes this new development will help the region’s job market and economy,” said Jami Dolby, chair of the Land Clearance for Redevelopment Authority.