You are receiving this email because you have contacted my office in the past. Please feel free to use or share information from this publication as needed, and to forward it to others who may want to sign up for District 13's e-news. If you have questions, comments or suggestions, please contact Menisa Marshall at 574-3151 or menisa.marshall@louisvilleky.gov. As part of his proposed budget for FY 2011-12, Mayor Fischer has called for city employees to take furloughs to help avoid tax increases or possible lay-offs. A one-week furlough will be mandatory for employees who make over $70,000 a year. Employees who make under $70,000 may opt to take a voluntary furlough of at least one day per employee. With families throughout our community tightening their belts, all of us in the District 13 office will voluntarily take part in Mayor Fischer’s furlough program. My constituents should know that even though I will not be paid for it, I will still be working for them. Shared sacrifice of this kind allows us to work together to lessen our burdens and increase our successes. District 13 is proud to be part of the solution to bring our city out of the recession with fiscal responsibility.
With the proposed FY12 budget now officially presented—and with detailed supporting materials at the ready—the Metro Council undertakes one of its most important jobs. Over the next three weeks, we will carefully review this proposed spending plan with aim for an approved budget by June 23rd. As part of this process, the Budget Committee will hold about 15 hours of hearings with various department directors and agencies. The public will have an opportunity to comment on the budget at a special public hearing Thursday, June 16th at 5PM in Council Chambers. All hearings will be broadcast live on Metro TV (Insight Channel 25) and streamed live at www.louisvilleky.gov/metrocouncil. Key Highlights — The FY12 Budget Proposes ...
- Expenditures totaling $712 million, with a 1.4% revenue increase largely from Occupational License Taxes within Jefferson County.
- No new tax increases or fees
- Savings of $8.5 million from salaries and related expenses for Metro’s 5,500 employees (from furloughs, streamlining operations, freezing salaries and forgoing cost of living increases as binding contracts permit, and cutting self-funded health care costs.)
Should you have questions regarding the proposed budget, I encourage you to contact my office at 574-1113 or e-mail me at vicki.welch@louisvilleky.gov. Your concerns and issues matter and need to be taken into account as we move forward with the challenge to achieve a balanced budget while meeting our community’s needs.  Take a Stand Against Dating Violence and
For Gender Respect
Join me and other invited speakers, along with fathers of Louisville and Southern Indiana, as we do our part to raise awareness of dating violence and support respectful, nonviolent relationships.
Monday, June 13, 2011 - 4 to 6 PM
Jefferson Square Park (Sixth & Jefferson)
What Fathers Can Do:
- Model respectful, nonviolent relationships
- Honor their children's mother
- Speak out against images of violence or disrespect in media
- Teach their sons and daughters how to respect themselves and how to respect their dating partners
- Ask their children about their dating relationships
SW DREAM TEAM MEETS TO TALK ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT.
The Southwest Dream Team will host an economic development forum Weds. June 8, 5:30 PM at the Southwest Government Center. Mayor Fischer will attend to give opening remarks and add his thoughts on what we are trying to accomplish. Area developers and economic development officials, including Dan Jones of 21st Century Parks, will share insights and constructive criticism on our next steps. Arrive a little early and you can talk to some of the guests and Mayor Fischer. Light refreshements will be provided.
SW WOMEN’S ROUNDTABLE HOLDS “MINI TEAM BUILIDNG”.
There’s still time to sign up for the Southwest Women’s Roundtable's free monthly meeting at the Horine Conference Center at Jefferson Memorial Forest. Starting at 8:30 AM, there will be an update on the Forest’s master plan, then a taste of the Forest’s Teambuilding Retreat Program. All activities will be indoors. See attached flier for directions and agenda (no special attire needed.) Optional walking tour after the meeting. RSVP to Erica@Schardein.com
Farmer’s Market Opens at Valley High School. As of June 4th, the Southwest Farmer’s Market will operate again this season in the parking lot at VHS. Because of the renovation going on at the school, the market has moved from the south parking lot to the north parking lot. Come out and support our local people who have booths at the market. Interested vendors can call Barbara Gagel at 447-6809 (the State Agriculture Dept. requires that all products be grown in Kentucky.) Market hours are 9AM-1PM, June 4th through mid-October. Senior vouchers, BBT, debit/credit cards and cash accepted.
Riverside Holds Summer “Herb Use” Workshops. Looking for ways to use all those wonderful herbs from your garden? Riverside Farnsley Moremen Landing will hold three workshops on the creative use of herbs. Workshops presented by Nola Lillie. All materials are provided. $5 each session or $10 if you register in advance for all three sessions. Call 935-6809 or e-mail info@riverside-landing.org
Sunday, June 12, 2PM. “Making Salves & Tinctures with Herbs”
Sunday, July 31, 2PM. “Culinary Uses for Herbs” - teas, dressings and more!
Sunday, August 28, 2PM. “Herbal Cosmetics” - Bath salts, skin cream & more!
Save the Date - Walk Away From Colon Cancer & 5K Run. Saturday, August 27. Iroquois Park. 8 AM festivities begin; 9 AM Walk/Run starts. $20 early registration, $25 after August 24th. All participants will receive a Walk Away From Colon Cancer t-shirt (preregistered guaranteed a shirt-all others first come first serve). Click here for a registration form.
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