2/3/2012
Five Finalists for Police Chief Named
Mayor Greg Fischer today named the five finalists for the Louisville Metro Police Chief. They are Chief Steve Conrad, Deputy Chief Yvette Gentry, Deputy Chief Vince Robison, Chief Rick Sanders and Chief Glenn Skeens. 2/3/2012
Zagat Lists Louisville as Favorite "Foodie" Destination
Louisville received more evidence of its growing reputation as a great place to eat earlier this week, when it was named one of the “Best Foodie Getaways around the World” by Zagat.
2/3/2012
Smile Kentucky 2012
A Million Dollar Smile
Smile Kentucky! marks 10 years of improving children’s dental health with over $1 Million in Free Treatment
2/2/2012
Drop, Cover, and Hold On!
The Great Central U.S. ShakeOut takes place at 10:15 a.m. on February 7, 2012. 2/2/2012
Councilwoman Scott invites District 1 to “Ask Attica” on Feb. 7th
Residents of District 1 are invited to the next “Ask Attica” Community Conversation set for Tuesday, February 7 to talk over issues and concerns with Councilwoman Attica Scott and other representatives of Metro Government. 2/2/2012
Budget Committee to review all Capital Budget projects in light of potential shortfall
In light of a potential $12 million dollar shortfall in the current 2011- 2012 Budget and a potential $20 million to $30 million shortfall next fiscal year, the Metro Council’s Budget Committee will hear an ordinance that calls for a review of all capital construction projects not yet underway previously proposed in Metro Government Capital Budget and carried in the City’s Cumulative Capital Reserve Fund. 2/1/2012
Louisville Earns Grant to Fuel After-School Programs for Kids
Louisville will use new grant funding announced today to strengthen its efforts to provide quality after-school programs and resources to at-risk children and teens, Mayor Greg Fischer said.
2/1/2012
Register for FREE tax preparation in Feb-Mar
Ward-Pugh and VITA once again go mobile on Fridays in District 9. Free tax help available through Councilwoman and UCHM
2/1/2012
Four Union Contracts Presented to Metro Council
Four new union contracts which cover about 100 carpenters, fire majors, electricians and other city employees will be presented to the Louisville Metro Council today. As part of the presentation, Chief Financial Officer Steve Rowland will provide a financial analysis so council members and the public will know the additional costs to taxpayers of the new contracts.
1/31/2012
Community Affairs Committee to discuss the expunging of minor offenses off a criminal record
The Metro Council’s Community Affairs Committee will host a discussion of the topic of expunging minor offenses off a criminal record when it meets on Wednesday. February 1st. 1/31/2012
Current Public Notices for Housing & Community Development (Regulatory Postings)
This news page posts regulatory notifications (Current Public Notices) for compliance with grantors for Housing & Community Development. 1/31/2012
Councilwoman Woolridge honored as “TrailBlazer” by Toyota Motor Manufacturing for Black History Mont
Councilwoman Mary C. Woolridge (D-3) will be honored on February 14th as a “Trail Blazer” by Toyota Motor Manufacturing as part of the automaker’s celebration of Black History Month. 1/30/2012
District 12 “Coffee with your Councilman” begins a new year on Saturday, February 4th
Councilman Rick Blackwell is starting off the new year with an invitation to residents of District 12 to enjoy a free cup of coffee and some conversation on Saturday, February 4th. 1/30/2012
Mayor Fischer Focuses on Youth Summer Jobs
Mayor Greg Fischer and Congressman John Yarmuth today announced plans to put Louisville young adults, ages 16 – 21, to work this summer in meaningful jobs paying at or above minimum wage. Two programs, the Youth Opportunity Showcase and KentuckianaWorks: SummerWorks2012, will help youth find summer jobs in a tough teenage job market with unemployment around 25 percent. 1/30/2012
Shigellosis Cases Continue to Rise
Shigellosis cases continue to rise in Louisville. Last week, January 23 – 29, there were 18 laboratory confirmed cases, the highest number in any week so far during the current outbreak. There have been 84 laboratory confirmed cases in the last thirteen weeks. This compares to an average of 62 confirmed cases per year in Louisville for the past five years. 1/29/2012
Proposed Title V Construction Permit 29161-10-C(R2) for GE Appliances & Lighting
The Louisville Metro Air Pollution Control District (District) proposes to issue a revised construction permit to GE Appliances & Lighting for two heating ovens. 1/27/2012
Metro Council unanimously passes revised illegal dumping ordinance that includes vehicle impoundment
The Louisville Metro Council is sending a strong message to anyone illegally dumping in Metro Louisville. If caught, you not only face a fine, but impoundment of your vehicle for up to twelve months. 1/26/2012
Local Business Approved for Small Business Loan
METCO approved one loan in its January board meeting, and set the 2012 calendar of board meetings. 1/25/2012
President King forwards Metro Council Budget reduction letter to Mayor Fischer
Metro Council President Jim King (D-10) has sent Mayor Greg Fischer a letter suggesting budget recommendations that if enacted could save the local government between $10 to $20 million dollars annually. 1/25/2012
Public Health and Wellness and Lyndon Fire Add a New Stop Smoking Class
The Louisville Metro Department of Public Health and Wellness is teaming up with the Lyndon Fire Department to help more people successfully kick the tobacco habit. Lyndon Fire is the first local fire department to facilitate the Cooper Clayton smoking cessation class series.
The class begins on Wednesday, February 15 at 7:00 p.m. at the Lyndon Firehouse located at 8126 New Lagrange Rd. The series uses the Cooper/Clayton method to stop smoking, a 13 week program that includes weekly support group meetings combined with the use of nicotine replacement products such as patches and gum. Participants receive free weekly supplies of nicotine replacement products. To register phone 574 – STOP (574-7867) or email StopSmoking@louisvilleky.gov
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