District 17 eNewsletter

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January 24, 2020

Metro Council Organization

The Metro Council is almost finished with the process of organizing for 2020. Earlier this month, District 6 Councilman David James was elected to serve as president of the Metro Council and caucus leaders were chosen. Committees have now been set and chairs/vice-chairs have been named. The last step is filling in committee members. This information should become public next week. A brief description of what each committee has responsibility for is below:

Appropriations - Neighborhood Development Funds, Capital Infrastructure Funds, and other Council expenditures.

Budget - Metro government's annual budget, budget adjustments, budget reports, etc.

Community Affairs, Health, and Education - health and education discussions as well as broader community issues such as homelessness, vacant properties, food insecurity, etc.

Economic Development and Labor - labor contracts, economic development incentives, and oversight of Louisville Forward and Develop Louisville.

Government Oversight/Audit - appointments to metro boards and commissions, Council rules, and oversight of metro departments.

Parks and Sustainability - discussions or legislation regarding the metro park system and the issue of sustainability.

Planning and Zoning - rezonings and other planning related cases, amendments to the Land Development Code, and issues regarding annexation.

Public Safety - police, EMS, Emergency Management, fire, Metro Safe, and other safety issues.

Public Works - roads and paving, sidewalks, infrastructure, lighting, and other topics related to public rights-of-way.

Contact the District 17 Office

Markus Winkler
17th District Councilman

502.574.1117
markus.winkler@louisvilleky.gov

 

Kip Eatherly
Legislative Aide

502.574.3462
kip.eatherly@louisvilleky.gov

Important Numbers

Animal Services   473-7387
Codes & Regulations   574-2508
EACM   426-2824
Health & Wellness   574-6520
Jefferson Co. Clerk   574-5700
KY Science Center   561-6100
LG&E   589-1444
LMPD (8th Division)   574-2258
Louisville Water Co.   583-6610
Louisville Zoo   459-2181
Mayor's Office   574-2003
MSD   540-6000
NE Regional Library   394-0379
Parks   574-7275
Planning   574-6230
Public Works   574-5810
TARC   585-1234

Interacting With City Government

I am happy to be your first call should you have a question or require assistance regarding metro government. There are numerous departments and related agencies and it can be a daunting process to begin. However, the city website has many helpful resources if you know where to find them. The list below is not comprehensive, but does give you an idea of what the city offers. 

Budget - the Office of Management & Budget has a page listing the current capital and operating budgets in detail.

Police - click here to find a map detailing crime in your area, sign up for email alerts, and more.

Codes and Regulations - click here to follow up on an electrical, HVAC, or property maintenance inspection.

Legislation - many of the most requested ordinances as well as a link to search all metro ordinances can be found here.

Public Works - the Public Works page offers information on recycling, how to dispose of large items, snow removal, and signing up for its weekly newsletter.

Mobile Apps - click here for a listing of mobile apps such as Best Parks Ever which allows the user to find the closest metro park, search a calendar of events, and even make a tee time.  

Free Income Tax Service

VITA


The closest tax preparation site for District 17 residents is Eastern Area Community Ministries, 9104 Westport Road. Tax season hours at this location will be Wednesdays from noon until 2 p.m. and Fridays from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m.

Northeast Regional Library Floor

Some of you may have noticed the condition of the floor at the Northeast Regional Library. There is an issue with the sealer used on the tiles that makes it very difficult to remove any markings. Library staff is actively working with the contractor and architect to identify a solution and get the problem resolved as quickly as possible.
  

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My goal is for these newsletters to be as useful as possible. With that in mind, please let me know of any issues, topics, or questions you might like to see addressed in the future.
 

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