 The Louisville Metro Council’s Budget Committee has released its schedule for reviewing Mayor Craig Greenberg’s recommended Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Capital and Operating Budgets.
The Committee will review the recommended budget during hearings that are planned during the months of May and June. The first hearing is scheduled to occur on Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 5pm when the Metro Council’s Budget Committee is given updates on revenue projections, expenditures and debt followed by a presentation by Metro Government’s Office for Management and Budget. This year’s schedule includes twenty-four hearings and one community budget hearing in which persons will be able to sign up and speak to the council on provisions or proposals related to the FY26 budget.
“Over the next two months members of the Metro Council will use our hearing process as an opportunity to learn more about the Mayor’s Proposals, but also to set a path forward for addressing the many needs of the people we serve. These hearings are open for in person attendance, and aired live on many different platforms. I look forward to leading this committee this year and encourage all to be both engaged and informed.” - Budget Committee Chairman Kevin Kramer (District 11),
“As Vice Chair of the Budget Committee, I understand the significance in developing a budget that reflects the needs and priorities of our community. Public input is a crucial part of this process, ensuring the budget is equitable, balanced, and beneficial for our city. I encourage all residents to share their feedback online and participate in the Community Budget Hearing in May. By working collaboratively with my colleagues and engaging with the community, we can create a thoughtful and cohesive budget that strengthens our city and paves the way for a better future." = Budget Committee Vice-Chair Markus Winkler (District 17)
The FY 2025-2026 Recommended Executive Budget Document is available online here: https://louisvilleky.gov/government/management-budget/approved-budgets-fiscal-year
The complete schedule of budget hearings is available online here:
Public Input:
The public is encouraged to participate in the budget process by submitting public comment on the recommended budget. The online comment form is located on the Metro Council website, and a direct link is here: https://louisvilleky.wufoo.com/forms/z1ls6po10gjsdnk/. The online form will close on Monday, June 9, at 6:00 p.m.
The community is also invited to attend the Community Budget Hearing scheduled for Thursday, May 22, at 6:00 p.m. Persons may sign up to speak during the hearing in-person between 5pm and 6pm on the night of the hearing. Those persons who signed up to speak will be given up to three minutes to share their opinions and ideas on the budget proposal. This in-person hearing will be conducted in Metro Council Chambers on the third floor of City Hall, 601 W. Jefferson Street.
Highlights from the Budget Hearing Schedule:
Thursday, May 8
5pm Revenue Expenditures Capital and Debt Overview for FY26 Budget
Tuesday, May 13
4:pm Human Resources
Wednesday, May 14
4pm Economic Development
5pm Codes and Regulations
Tuesday, May 20
. 3pm Public Works and Assets
4pm External Agencies
Wednesday, May 21
4pm Parks and Recreation
Thursday, May 22
3:30pm Police Department
6pm Budget Hearing Public Comment
Wednesday, May 28
4pm Office for Violence Prevention (Formerly OSHN)
Thursday, May 29
3pm Fire and EMS
Thursday, June 5
4pm Public Health and Wellness
Monday, June 9
3pm Louisville Free Public Library
4pm Metro Animal Services
5pm Louisville Zoo
The Council is expected to vote to adopt the FY 2025-2026 Budget during the regularly scheduled Metro Council meeting on Thursday, June 26, at 6:00 p.m.
The public may watch the all budget hearings and budget related proceedings live on Spectrum Cable Channel 184, with Roku, Apple TV, Fire TV OTT Apps, or on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/LouisvilleMetroCouncil.
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