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Property tax rates are dropping slightly for all Louisville residents, according to Metro Government’s Office of Management and Budget. “Despite the impact of COVID-19, our economy is continuing its pre-virus momentum,” said Mayor Greg Fischer. “A decrease in property tax rates is a tangible benefit for our citizens.” This year, the countywide...

*NOTE* Due to the current rise in COVID-19 cases in Louisville and surrounding areas, Forest Fest and the Fairdale Village Green concert series have been postponed for 2021. We apologize for the inconvenience. A spectacular day of Bluegrass music, food and beverages, craft vendors and youth activities in a scenic environment awaits those who visit...

On August 20, 2021, Mayor Greg Fischer and Ryan Nichols, President of the River City Fraternal Order of Police(FOP), jointly announced that tentative agreements had been reached concerning new FOP contracts. As was stated then, the parties to the negotiations had agreed that they would not release the tentative contracts to the public until they...

Hiking and biking portions of the event will still take place as planned LOUISVILLE (September 1, 2021) – Mayor Greg Fischer announced today that the paddling portion of the Mayor’s Hike, Bike and Paddle, presented by Norton Healthcare and Coca Cola Consolidated, has been cancelled due to dangerous conditions on the Ohio River. The U.S. Coast Guard...

Jack O' Lantern Spectacular returns to Iroquois Park for 9th consecutive year Returning this year as a walk-thru event with tickets on sale beginning Sept. 1; 5,000 artistically carved pumpkins to light historic Iroquois Park LOUISVILLE, Ky. -- September 1, 2021 -- In what has become the must-see event of the Halloween season, Jack O’ Lantern...

Residents who test positive are urged to call Lou Health Helpline for guidance LOUISVILLE, Ky. (August 31, 2021) – Today, Mayor Greg Fischer and Dr. Sarah Moyer, Chief Health Strategist for the city, were joined by Pamela Wardrip, a disease investigator from the department’s contact tracing team, and Dr. Eva Stone, Manager of District Health...

Mayor Greg Fischer and Louisville Metro Department of Corrections (LMDC) Director Dwayne Clark today announced three pilot projects designed to boost recruitment and retention of LMDC sworn staff. “While public safety staffing in general is a challenge right now, staffing at Corrections is especially challenging. We must address this problem with...

Following a vote by Metro Council on Thursday night, the target date to reopen the full Cherokee Scenic Loop to automobiles is set for Labor Day, Monday, September 6. “I want to thank Louisville Parks and Recreation for working to ensure the Cherokee Park Scenic Loop is clearly marked and safe for pedestrians and bikes as all sections of the loop...

Councilmembers Amy Holton Stewart (D-25), Cindi Fowler (D-14) & Anthony Piagentini (R-19) have issued a joint statement regarding Veteran’s Club’s abandonment of planned Camp Restoration site after sale of 7600 Stuart Avenue

The Louisville Metro Council’s Labor and Economic Development Committee will hold a special discussion at its next meeting on various contracts in place with the Louisville Metro Police Department and the River City Fraternal Order of Police.

Mayor Greg Fischer today announced the return of annual Labor Day weekend events, WorldFest and the Mayor’s Hike, Bike &Paddle, presented by Norton Healthcare and Coca Cola Consolidated. Festivities will take place in-person with updated COVID-19 protocols in place. “We’re happy to be back this year, celebrating two signature community events, that...

Today, Gov. Andy Beshear announced affordable-housing developer LDG Multifamily will expand its Louisville operations with an up to $10.75 million investment to purchase and renovate a new headquarters, creating 50 high-wage jobs for Kentucky residents. “This relocation and expansion in Louisville by LDG Multifamily will create dozens of well...

Today, Gov. Andy Beshear highlighted continued economic growth in Jefferson County, as Bigelow Tea Co. announced plans to relocate and expand in Jeffersontown with a $53 million investment that will create 31 quality jobs for Kentucky residents. “Congratulations to Bigelow Tea on the company’s expansion in Jefferson County,” Gov. Beshear said....

Music returns to Central Park in Old Louisville as a great summer tradition combines great jazz music and a perfect place to listen. President David James (D-6) once again presents “Jazz in Central Park” on Sunday, August 29th.

LOUISVILLE, KY – The Minority Caucus of the Louisville Metro Council will meet at its normally scheduled day and time of 4 p.m. on Thursday, August 26, 2021 from the 2nd floor caucus room within City Hall Offices (601 W. Jefferson Street). The Minority Caucus is scheduled to meet September 9, September 23 as well as October 14 and October 28, 2021...