6/30/2009
Majority Caucus will not meet this week
The Majority Caucus will not meet on Thursday. 6/29/2009
Councilman Stuart Benson to Host Town Hall Meeting July 8, 2009
Councilman Stuart Benson (District 20) will host a Town Hall Meeting on Wednesday, July 8th at 6:30 p.m. The meeting will take place at the J-Town Fire Department’s community room located at 10540 Watterson Trail. 6/26/2009
Vietnam Vet’s Annual Concert in the Park set for District 14 on June 28th
Sun Valley Park will be the place to be when the Vietnam Vet’s Annual Concert in the Park gets underway on Sunday, June 28th 6/26/2009
Ward-Pugh kicks off “Operation Vital Nutrients” for Ky National Guard
Councilwoman Tina Ward-Pugh (D-9) unveiled “Operation Vital Nutrients” on Friday as a new program to provide essential multi vitamin health care to the men and women who are serving in the Kentucky National Guard. 6/25/2009
Henderson encourages everyone to get the “Scoop on the Loop” on Saturday June 27th
It will be 100 miles long when finished and provide a path for walking, jogging and bicycling for those who want to exercise or just take a casual stroll. It is known as the Louisville Loop and on Saturday, June 27th the public will have a chance to learn more about the project. 6/25/2009
Metro Council approves FY 2009-2010 Budgets
On Thursday, the Louisville Metro Council has approved the FY 2009-2010 Operating and Capital Budgets for the Metro Government. The Operating Budget was approved 22 to 1 with one abstention. The Capital Budget was passed 23 to 1. 6/25/2009
Ward-Pugh to announce new health initiative for Kentucky National Guard on Friday
Councilwoman Tina Ward-Pugh (D-9) will announce a new health initiative for more than 8,000 members of the Kentucky National Guard on Friday, June 26th at 9:00am in Jefferson Square. 6/23/2009
Council members join local Vietnam Veterans to clean up Eastern Cemetery on June 27th
On Saturday, June 27th, the Eastern Cemetery will again be a gathering place for those who will pay honor to men and women who have long since left family and friends. This time, Vietnam Veterans and local volunteers will clear trash, repair headstones, trim grass in an effort to restore the sacred grounds to a place of honor for those who are there 6/15/2009
Budget Committee announces guidelines for June 16th & 17th public hearing
Councilman Jim King (D-10), Chair of the Metro Council Budge Committee has announced the guidelines for two public hearings on the proposed 2009- 2010 Metro Government Budget 6/11/2009
Woolridge announces 2009 St. George Health & Fun Fair for June 20th
Local families may be rethinking priorities this summer when it comes to vacations and the economy. But Councilwoman Mary C. Woolridge (D-3) does not want anyone to sacrifice health care if they are faced with tough economic times. 6/11/2009
Butler and Johnson sponsor S.P.O.T. Clinic on Saturday. June 13th
Warmer temperatures and sunny skies are bringing more pet owners and their animals outdoors. It is also the right time of year to make sure any pet is healthy, properly vaccinated and licensed in Metro Louisville. 6/10/2009
Kentucky lawmakers to attend June District 12 Dialogue on Tuesday
Councilman Rick Blackwell has invited members of Jefferson County’s Legislative Delegation to the next District 12 Dialogue on Tuesday, June 16th at the Ormsby Heights Baptist Church beginning at 7:00pm. 6/8/2009
“Coffee with your Councilman” set for June 13th in District 12
With summer around the corner, Councilman Rick Blackwell is again inviting residents of District 12 to come out and have some coffee and conversation on Saturday, June 13th. 6/5/2009
Henderson welcomes return Southwest Farmers Market at Valley High School
Fresh fruits and vegetables make a return to the parking lot of Valley High School this weekend when the Southwest Farmers Market begins its second year on Saturday, June 6th.“Because of last year’s success, the Southwest Farmers Market is back in business again,” says Councilman Bob Henderson (D-14). 6/4/2009
Welch and Green help launch statewide Kentucky Rx Card
Council members Vicki Aubrey Welch (D-13) and Judith Green (D-1) along with Metro Council President David Tandy (D-4), Dr. Adewale Troutman of the Metro Public Health and Wellness Department and Joe Reagan of Greater Louisville Inc on Thursday, June 4th launched a new statewide program which focuses on cost effective and affordable prescription drugs. 6/3/2009
Metro Councilmen Benson and Engel to participate in 18th Annual Floyds Fork Creek Sweep
Councilmen Stuart Benson (District 20) and Robin Engel (District 22) will work with the Floyds Fork Environmental Association, Canoe Kentucky, Brightside, Metro Solid Waste Management, and Metro Parks in support of the 2009 Floyds Fork Creek Sweep. 6/2/2009
Woolridge announces special meeting for Hallmark Neighborhood Association for June 8th
Councilwoman Mary C. Woolridge (D-3) announces a special meeting for members of the Hallmark Neighborhood Association to continue discussions on the Zeon lawsuit settlement. 6/2/2009
Councilman Blackwell Invites TAPP to Metro Council on Thursday, June 4th
Councilman Rick Blackwell (D-12) has invited the project manager, participants and graduates of the Teenage Parent Program (TAPP) to attend the Metro Council Appropriations Committee Meeting on Thursday June 4th at 5pm in the Metro Council Chambers, City Hall 3rd Floor. 6/1/2009
Councilmen Benson and Engel to Speak at FCCACC Monthly Membership Luncheon
22) will speak at the June 2, 2009 membership meeting of the Fern Creek Community Association and Chamber of Commerce (FCCACC). 6/1/2009
Councilmen Hawkins to Sponsor Responsible Dog Ownership Day
Councilman Doug Hawkins (District 25) and the Louisville Kennel Club are partnering to encourage responsible dog ownership by holding an event that will offer free rabies shots, and significantly reduced fees for microchipping. The event will be held on Saturday, May 30th from 9:00a.m.-1:00 p.m. at Jefferson Community Technical College, Southwest Campus, located off Stonestreet Road (1000 Community College Road). Please contact the office of Councilman Hawkins at 574-1125 with any questions. |