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On Thursday, June 20th the Louisville Metro Council unanimously passed the Capital and Operating Budgets for our city. The budget, which came as a result of dozens of hearings and even more negotiation, sets our community’s spending priorities for the coming year. While most of Mayor Greenberg’s spending was kept intact, changes were made to address areas that most concerned members of the Metro Council.
Heading into the FY25, I and many of my colleagues placed a heavy focus on funding safety, roads, and parks. Unfortunately, after getting the mayor’s budget, it became apparent that funding for paving, safety enhancements and parks maintenance were significantly underfunded. As a result, I and others on the Metro Council began working to find a means for adding nearly $12 million in support to help reach our goals.
The Council’s amendment to the Mayor’s Budget Proposal achieves the following:
- $30 million in total road paving (as recommended by Public Works as part of our ten-year plan for fixing our streets)
- $4.3 million in total for street markings and signage to improve safety for motorists
- $2.9 million to address deferred maintenance at our parks (playground equipment, paving, lights, restrooms)
- Reinstating cuts made to the Soil and Water Conservation District as well as partial funding for Cooperative Extension Offices
- Increasing funding for Community Ministries to adjust to changing population demographics.
District 23 Projects Secured in the FY25 Budget:
 McNeely Lake Park playground to be replaced
- $1.27 Million - Road paving
- $250,000 - Quail Chase Golf Course entrance road repaving and clubhouse roof repair
- $200,000 - Replacement of playground at McNeely Lake Park
- $150,000 - Continued improvements to Highview Park including new pickleball and basketball courts
- $100,000 - Highview maintenance building improvements
District 23 Roads Included in Budget for Repaving: |
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Shepherdsville Rd (Outer Loop to E. Manslick Rd),
Ferndale Rd (S. Watterson Trl to Fern Creek Rd),
Holgate Dr, Hasbrook Dr, Ashbrooke Gardens Dr, Ashbrooke Gardens Ct, Brook Trace Ct, Leven Blvd (Mt. Washington Rd to Cassidy Ln), Samuel Long Way, Charles Lindsey Ct, Leven Ct, Apple Valley Dr (Outer Loop to Courtland), Rambo Way.
Looking Ahead to the next year:
The budget passed on Thursday is better than what was presented by Mayor Greenberg. It was the result of bipartisan work conducted over more than two months. The final budget spends less on personnel/operations and more on capital projects such as roads and parks, but some of the spending within this budget remains concerning. Despite reducing operational expenses by $10 million, I believe that the continued growth of services, the loss of American Rescue Plan (ARP), Build Back Better (BBB) and the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) funding in the coming years, as well as an economic slowdown could be hard to overcome. I and members of the minority caucus argued to slow the growth of personnel and require that grants such as Municipal Aid for Roads program dollars be used for construction of roads. While we were successful in making some of these changes, we still face tough decisions in the future if leaders don’t embrace the need for making smart choices today to avoid hard choices later.
If you have any questions about the FY25 Operating and Capital Budgets it will be available for review after August 1, 2024, at Office of Management and Budget. In addition my office would be happy to answer any of your questions should you call, email, or see me at one of my upcoming meetings or events.
Sincerely,
Jeff Hudson
The applicant is hosting a neighborhood meetings on the following proposal.
Property: 7203 East Manslick Rd.
Case #: 24-ZONEPA-0065
Case Manager: Dante St. Germain
Dante.St.Germaine@louisvilleky.gov
Summary of Project:
The Applicant seeks a change in zoning from R-4, Single-Family Residential to PRD, Planned Residential Development. The Property is nearly 6.78 acres. The Applicant requests PRD, Planned Residential Development zoning, for flexibility in residential site design to create a residential community with 43 single-family townhomes.
Meeting Information:
Wednesday, June 26, 2024
6:00pm
South Central Regional Library, Community Room
7300 Jefferson Blvd.
For the full meeting notice including all maps and contact information Click Here.
The applicant is hosting a neighborhood meetings on the following proposal.
Property: 6703 & 6705 Rocky Lane and 6707 Beulah Church Rd.
Case #: 24-ZONEPA-0068
Case Manager: Jay Luckett
jay.luckett@louisvilleky.gov
Summary of Project:
The Applicant is proposing a zone change on 1.24 acres from R-4 to C-1. The applicant is proposing to build a 3,850 sf restaurant with drive-thru. Access to the site will be from Rocky Lane with a stub to the south to the adjoining and recently approved mixed use development in Docket No. 23-ZONE-0030.
Meeting Information:
Thursday, June 27, 2024
6:00pm
Teamsters Local 783
7711 Beulah Church Rd.
For the full meeting notice including all maps and contact information Click Here.
All shows are free to attend and run from 6-10pm. Bring a cooler, picnic basket or grab some food from Spinelli's Pizzeria, a hamburger or hotdog from Crowler Catering and Highview Ice Cream and Coffee.
You are encouraged to bring a chair or blanket to enjoy the show.
Highview Park is located at 7201 Outer Loop. Please enter through Briscoe Lane
Remaining Shows:
June 28
Radiotronic (Pop/Rock) with
Bee Gees Tribute
July 12
The Sheryl Rouse Band (Pop/Rock/Soul) with
Jordan Wilson Coalition (Blues/Funk/Rock’N’Soul)
July 26
An Evening with the Monarchs (Oldies)
August 9
Dave Meland Band (Classic Rock) with
JacknLindsey (Pop/Rock)
Sponsorship and Vendor Packages Available
Sponsorship packages and vendor space to fit any budget is available. Contact John Grantz at john@mediaeventsusa.com for more information.
For the most up to date information visit FridayFest Facebook Page
For more information visit: RiverviewFestival.com
The Louisville Zoo and Louisville Orchestra are thrilled to announce the highly anticipated return of ROARchestra on Saturday, July 6 at the Louisville Zoo. Following a 15-year hiatus, this beloved family-friendly event combines the excitement of a visit to the Zoo with the soul-stirring sounds of the Louisville Orchestra, creating an unforgettable experience.
Tickets
Adults — $30, Children 3-11 — $15, Children 2 and under — Free, Parking is included with admission.
Concessions, including adult libations, will be available for purchase. This event is expected to sell out; the Zoo and the Orchestra encourage guests to get their tickets early at louisvillezoo.org/roar.
Councilman Hudson wants to meet you and hear what you want to see from Metro Government. Stop by with any questions, concerns or comments. |
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Next Meeting Date:
Monday, July 8
5:00pm-6:00pm (Drop In)
6:00p-7:00pm (By Appointment)
Central Government Center, 7201 Outer Loop
District Office Hours are the 2nd Monday of each month at the Central Government Center.
Call 574-1123 for more information.
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There are approximately 100 boards and commissions with many areas of interest, including business and economic development, land planning, parks and recreation, public health and public safety. |
If you are interested in volunteering for one of Louisville Metro Government's Boards and Commissions, now is the time to start. By being a part of a board or commission, you will offer your time and your talents to improve the quality of life in our community.
To learn more please visit Boards and Commission.
Always Remember to Lock Your Car and Remove All Valuables, it's the Easiest Way to Prevent Crime
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If you see crime occurring, please contact the Louisville Metro Police Department. Call 911 for emergencies.
Call 502-574-7111 for non-emergency related assistance.
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