Biography

Councilman Doug Hawkins was elected to serve on the first Louisville/Jefferson County Metro Council in November 2002. He represents the areas of Pleasure Ridge Park, Parkridge, Auburndale, Valley Station, Waverly Hills and Prairie Village.

Hawkins is a real estate broker/appraiser. Previously, Hawkins was a candidate for state representative.

His involvement in the community includes serving as president of the Windsor Forest Homeowners Association. He also volunteers and teaches Sunday School at the South Jefferson Baptist Church.

Hawkins holds a bachelor’s degree with majors in economics, English and finance from the University of Kentucky.

Doug and his wife, Jan, have two children.