District Download - A Louisville Metro Council Podcast

So what in the world do you guys even do at Metro Council? Great question! In this episode, we’re continuing the discussion about how Metro Council works with a deep dive into the legislative process. Councilmen Markus Winkler (D-17) and Anthony Piagentini (R-19) are joined by Metro Council Clerk Sonya Harward to explain how they turn a problem or an idea into a piece of legislation that makes a c...

Remember when we took a deep dive into how the Metro Council budget process worked and what we were expecting for Fiscal Year 2022-2023? Well here’s the update: Metro Council unanimously passed the newest budget. So for this episode, Committee Chair Bill Hollander and Vice Chair Kevin Kramer sit down to explain exactly how the budget changed and where your taxpayer dollars are going. Show Links Le...

It’s back! After a two-year hiatus because of the pandemic, the Riverview Independence Festival is back with a lineup of live music and fireworks that you do not want to miss! This community event celebrating Independence Day has a lot of history for South Louisville. In this episode, Councilman Rick Blackwell (D-12) and John Grantz, Media Events Inc. owner, are excited to explain how this all got...

Do you know how the Urban Services District, unincorporated areas, and suburban cities all come together to make up Louisville Metro? We’re here to help refresh your merger knowledge. In episode 12, Council President David James (D-6) and Councilman Bill Hollander (D-9) break down how it all works now and how new legislation from Frankfort could change the way Louisville looks in the future.  Show...

Taking care of your health and taking care of nature are closely tied together. There are some major projects on the horizon to improve both in West Louisville. Councilwoman Donna Purvis (D-5) sits down with Dr. Steven Patton, a Community Medical Director for Norton Healthcare’s Institute of Health Equity, and Bennett Knox, the Metro Parks Administrator, to talk about a new hospital, state-of-the-...

Don’t tune out at the word 'budget'! Passing a balanced budget every year is one of Metro Council’s biggest responsibilities, and it’s critically important that Louisville gets involved in the process. In this episode, Councilman Bill Hollander (D-9), Councilman Kevin Kramer (R-11) and Minority Caucus Director Stephen Haag will walk you through the budget basics, the process, and the details of th...

Louisville’s jail has been a major topic of discussion after several inmates have died in custody. Councilwoman Amy Holton Stewart (D-25) sits down with Daniel Johnson, the president of FOP Lodge #77, to talk about what’s being done to protect inmates and the officers moving forward. But that’s not all. The councilwoman also has an update on an ordinance she passed last year to protect animals in...

Louisville is home to the one and only Ken-Ducky Derby. You got that right! Derby season is right around the corner, so Councilman Rick Blackwell (D-12) highlights the group that’s behind the wacky event: Harbor House. Maria Smith and Karen Fallon share how the Harbor House empowers people with disabilities and how you can help them expand. Hint: it involves rubber ducks. Show Links Learn more at...

Louisville is taking a new approach to helping the homeless. Metro Council helped fund a pilot program with Goodwill Industries of Kentucky called Another Way. Councilman Markus Winkler (D-17) sits down with the leaders of the project, Kim Boyd-Lane and Sharon Allgeier, to talk about the results so far. Plus, they share inspirational success stories and how the community can get involved. Show Lin...

Ever wonder how it’s decided to fix one road and not another? Or what about repairing your sidewalks? Adding a stop light? And who is responsible for it? Councilwoman Paula McCraney (D-7) sits down with Public Works Engineer Dirk Gowan and State Rep. Tina Bojanowski (D-32) to talk about infrastructure improvements in District 7. Show Links Louisville Metro Council Website Ph. (502) 574-1100 Louisv...

What do you get when you stick two councilmen -- who are from opposite ends of the county and the political spectrum -- in the same podcast room? An hour-long episode that covers everything from equity, equality, poverty, racism, safety, and so much more. This is Part 1 of the conversation with Councilman Anthony Piagentini (R-19) and Councilman Jecorey Arthur (D-4). Show Links Louisville Metro Co...

Let’s start by traveling back in time to a barbershop in Smoketown. In Episode 4, Councilwoman Nicole George (D-21) learns all about what inspired the president & CEO of Fund for the Arts, Andre Kimo Stone Guess, to pursue the arts. They chat about supporting the arts in every Louisville neighborhood and launching the new ‘I am an Artist’ campaign. (Oh! And did we mention a former U.S. president s...

You're juggling a job, the kids, multiple schedules, avoiding the coronavirus, and now your child's day care shuts down. It's been a chaotic reality for countless families during the pandemic. So for Episode 3, Councilwoman Cassie Chambers Armstrong (D-8) sits down with State Rep. Josie Raymond (D) to talk about Louisville's child care desserts, impacts to the local workforce, and what can be done...

Keeping Louisville safe is arguably the #1 priority for Metro Council. So for Episode 2, Council President David James sits down with LMPD's Assistant Chief, Lieutenant Colonel Paul Humphrey, to talk public safety. They discuss everything from violent crime to the serious shortage of officers and the D.O.J. review. Show Links Louisville Metro Council Website Ph. (502) 574-1100  Facebook President...

Do you know what district you live in? What does Metro Council even do? If you can’t remember much from your 8th grade government class, you’re not alone. So, President David James is kicking off Metro Council’s podcast with a crash course in local government, and he shares how you can get involved. Show Links Louisville Metro Council Website  Ph. (502) 574-1100 Facebook  President David James' Fa...