Sixth and Jeff

Episode 12: Rental Registry, Lead Registry, and HB173 Metro Council tried to get ahead of Frankfort—but will it be enough? In this episode, we dive into two ordinances: one that created a rental registry and another that established a lead registry. Council modified these ordinances in an attempt to appease state legislators before they have a chance pass HB173, a bill that would eliminate all reg...

Show Notes: This week, we’re diving into the latest from Metro Council, where a debate is heating up over whether neighborhood meetings should be required for changes in occupancy. Plus, good news for some city employees—ABC officers are set to receive a wage increase. In community updates, Parks & Rec is making a splash with two new pools opening this summer, and by December 2025, every park...

Our TENTH episode is LIVE! We talk about the first council meeting of the year which covered landmarks, vetoes, and a controversial zoning change. Check it out to learn more about YOUR city's government and celebrate our milestone!

In this episode, we cover the few committee meetings that have happened so far in the new year and discuss the new committee leadership for 2025.

This week, we’re unpacking the (somewhat surprising) Metro Council Organizational Meeting, where Brent Ackerson was elected as Council President. Next, we dig into the Louisville Metro Police Department’s collective bargaining agreements (CBAs). These contracts shield misconduct and limit accountability, from erasing complaints to protecting officers under investigation. We’ll explain how the secr...

In their final meeting of the year, Louisville Metro Council rejected a 500-unit housing complex due to traffic concerns, then they discussed the displacement of a mobile home community—tabled for now as council members seek more financial support for affected residents. Plus, they said farewell to seven outgoing council members, reflecting on their contributions. Tune in for a breakdown of the ye...

This week, Alena and Taylor recap Louisville Metro Council committee discussions ahead of the December 12 meeting. Topics include a Minor Lane rezoning proposal, where public comments highlighted concerns about resident displacement, and the work of the Greater Louisville Food Council in promoting sustainable food systems. We also explore the ongoing ordinance known as Christopher’s Law, new park...

🎙️ Sixth & Jeff New Episode Alert! It was 9PM on a Sunday, we stumbled, and had to edit way more than usual. Note to self, we will never record again at nighttime. Tune in to our latest episode where we hilariously converse through it all - from our not-so-accurate math calculations to granola snack noises, cats meowing, street infrastructure, and housing conversations! Some corrections - the...

In this episode of 6th and Jeff , we break down the recent elections and explore what these results mean for our community. Join us as we also discuss Metro Council's push for an upcoming inventory of public restrooms, water fountains, and handwashing stations. We also dive into the anti-displacement assessment tool, a unique initiative aimed at protecting residents amid new developments. Listener...

In Episode 3, Alena and Taylor explore a new planning code change, how LMPD receives extra funding during the year, a new ordinance regulating EV chargers, and the community meeting that's about to occur about enforcing a mask ban ordinance from 1983. Plus, a shout-out to black-footed ferrets (you'll have to listen to learn why)!

Join Alena and Taylor for Episode 2 as they correct some info about the Urban Government Center, and give you new info about the future of nonpartisan elections in the city, and a preview of who's on your ballot for the November election.

Welcome to Sixth & Jeff, a podcast about Louisville, KY local government!