Public hearings set on budget crisis

Public Works cuts under consideration would:

• Delay pothole repairs to three days instead of two days
• Reduce paving and sidewalk repair
• Reduce recycling/yard waste collection to every other week
• Eliminate street sweeping in Suburban Services District
• Slow snow removal

Residents urged to participate in two hearings

The Metro Council Budget Committee is hosting two public hearings in which Louisville residents are urged to offer input to the process of deciding how to respond to the city's state pension related budget crisis--additional funding through an increased insurance tax, or cutbacks in basic services.

To speak at one of the public hearings, sign up in person beginning at 5 p.m. and no later than 6:30 p.m. Speakers are called in order of signup and have up to three minutes to make comments. Written testimony may also be submitted during the hearings. Both hearings will be held in City Hall on the Third Floor at 601 W Jefferson Street.

Speakers may use the Sixth Street entrance to City Hall. Individuals needing assistance may enter City Hall from the Jefferson Street entrance.

Public Hearing Schedule

There are also two regular Budget Committee meetings before a decision is made next month. You may also contact Metro Council before the hearings and meetings.

Budget Committee Meetings

Tyler Park Bridge information session set

Engineering study results to be shared Monday, March 11

Metro Public Works invites you to a public information session on the Tyler Park/Baxter Bridge Preservation Engineering Study.  The purpose of this study is to investigate current conditions, conduct engineering testing and analyses, and make rehabilitation recommendations to extend the lifespan of the existing Tyler Park Bridge that carries Baxter Avenue (KY 1703) over Tyler Park.

The structure is a 40’ single-span, earth-filled, masonry arch with large stone retaining walls that extend more than 500 feet, bisecting the park and providing a defining feature of Tyler Park.

Meeting information

Large items collection in Area L

Click the map for a detail view of Area L where Project Pickup Large Items waste collection is scheduled for the week of March 4. Residents may begin setting out items Friday afternoon March 1.   To receive automatic reminders of large items waste pickup dates, download our Recycle Coach waste information and calendar app at the App Store or on Google Play.