27 JUL 2023 · Councilman Piagentini interviews Belle of Louisville Riverboats CEO Krista Snyder and discusses the history of our community’s 3 vessels (Belle of Louisville, Mary M Miller and Mayor abroad is).This podcast also covers the ongoing efforts to maintain the Belle, the operation of the Calliope and how they are successfully navigating the tourism challenges in a post Covid world. Show Links - Learn more at the https://louisvilleky.gov/government/metro-council: https://louisvilleky.gov/government/metro-council - Ph. (502) 574-1100 - Check out LMC on https://www.facebook.com/LouisvilleMetroCouncil: https://www.facebook.com/LouisvilleMetroCouncil

11 JUL 2023 · Join Majority Caucus Chair, Councilwoman Paula McCraney, for an in-depth conversation with Chief Gwinn-Villaroel. We’ll explore personal and professional experiences that have shaped the Chief’s perspective on policing. You’ll also learn about her top priorities and vision for the department. Show Links - Learn more at the https://louisvilleky.gov/government/metro-council: https://louisvilleky.gov/government/metro-council - Ph. (502) 574-1100 - Check out LMC on https://www.facebook.com/LouisvilleMetroCouncil: https://www.facebook.com/LouisvilleMetroCouncil Guest Links - Louisville Democratic Caucus FB: https://www.facebook.com/LouDemCaucus - LMPD Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/LMPD.ky

27 JUN 2023 · The Metro Council has passed the FY24 Budget, which is set the begin on July 1, 2023. In this episode, guest moderator Rachel Platt, sits down with Budget Committee Chair Rick Blackwell and Vice Chair Kevin Kramer to talk about the city’s priorities for the upcoming fiscal year including infrastructure needs, park improvements and deferred maintenance, and homeless programs and services. Show Links - Learn more at the https://louisvilleky.gov/government/metro-council: https://louisvilleky.gov/government/metro-council - Ph. (502) 574-1100 - Check out LMC on https://www.facebook.com/LouisvilleMetroCouncil: https://www.facebook.com/LouisvilleMetroCouncil Guest Links - Louisville Democratic Caucus FB: https://www.facebook.com/LouDemCaucus

13 JUN 2023 · Councilwoman Donna Purvis (District 5) hosts a discussion with Executive Director Prasanthi Persad with Wilderness Louisville and Jessica Kane with Metro Parks & Recreation about the future of the Shawnee Outdoor Learning Center. Learn about this project and the benefits it will bring to the community, and how you can help make this a reality! Show Links - Learn more at the https://louisvilleky.gov/government/metro-council: https://louisvilleky.gov/government/metro-council - Ph. (502) 574-1100 - Check out LMC on https://www.facebook.com/LouisvilleMetroCouncil: https://www.facebook.com/LouisvilleMetroCouncil Guest Links - Jefferson Memorial Forest & Natural Areas Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/jmfnaturalareas - JMFNA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jmfnaturalareas/?ref=buffer.com - Wilderness Louisville Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/wildernesslouisville - Wilderness Louisville Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wilderness_louisville/ - Wilderness Louisville Website: https://wildernesslouisville.org

23 MAY 2023 · Guest moderator, Rachel Platt, hosts a discussion with the Budget Committee Chair Rick Blackwell, Vice Chair Kevin Kramer, and CFO Angie Dunn on the Mayor’s proposed budget for FY24. Learn about the Mayor’s priorities for a safer, stronger, and healthier community and how they align with the Metro Council. Also, learn how you can watch the budget hearings and provide input on the process. Show Links - Learn more at the https://louisvilleky.gov/government/metro-council: https://louisvilleky.gov/government/metro-council - Ph. (502) 574-1100 - Check out LMC on https://www.facebook.com/LouisvilleMetroCouncil: https://www.facebook.com/LouisvilleMetroCouncil Guest Links - https://louisvilleky.gov/government/metro-council - https://www.facebook.com/LouDemCaucus

9 MAY 2023 · Join Councilman Andrew Owen and former Councilman Tom Owen for a discussion on politics and public service with special guest moderator, Rachel Platt. Learn about what inspired Councilman Owen to run, his Pride of Place, and deep roots in public service. Show Links - Learn more at the https://louisvilleky.gov/government/metro-council: https://louisvilleky.gov/government/metro-council - Ph. (502) 574-1100 - Check out LMC on https://www.facebook.com/LouisvilleMetroCouncil: https://www.facebook.com/LouisvilleMetroCouncil Guest Links - Democratic Caucus FB: https://www.facebook.com/LouDemCaucus - Andrew Owen FB: https://www.facebook.com/CouncilmanAndrewOwenhttps://www.facebook.com/CouncilmanAndrewOwen

18 APR 2023 · Tornados, ice storms, flooding – are you prepared? Councilwoman Madonna Flood talks with EMA Director, Jody Meiman, to learn more about Emergency Management Agency (EMA). Learn what should be in your survival kit, what is Lens Alert, Smart 911, what does the city do in hazardous situations, and more. Show Links - Learn more at the https://louisvilleky.gov/government/metro-council: https://louisvilleky.gov/government/metro-council - Ph. (502) 574-1100 - Check out LMC on https://www.facebook.com/LouisvilleMetroCouncil: https://www.facebook.com/LouisvilleMetroCouncil Guest Links - https://www.facebook.com/LouDemCaucus - https://www.facebook.com/pages/Louisville-Metro-EMS/762360937147949 - https://twitter.com/LouMetroES - https://louisvilleky.gov/government/emergency-services - Lens Alert & Smart 911 - https://louisvilleky.gov/government/emergency-services/lensalert-smart911

4 APR 2023 · Councilmembers Betsy Ruhe, Phillip Baker and Kumar Rashad talk with Justice Now students from Liberty High School, Western High School, and W.E.B. DuBois Academy on real solutions to issues facing the community. Learn more about each program and ways you can get involved. Show Links - Learn more at the https://louisvilleky.gov/government/metro-council: https://louisvilleky.gov/government/metro-council - Ph. (502) 574-1100 - Check out LMC on https://www.facebook.com/LouisvilleMetroCouncil: https://www.facebook.com/LouisvilleMetroCouncil Guest Links - https://www.facebook.com/LouDemCaucus - https://www.facebook.com/BetsyRuhe21 - https://www.facebook.com/CouncilmanPhillipBaker/ - https://www.facebook.com/CouncilmanPhillipBaker/https://www.facebook.com/CouncilmanKumarRashad

21 MAR 2023 · Committee Chair Rick Blackwell and Vice Chair Kevin Kramer discuss the upcoming City budget with the new Chief Financial Officer, Angela Dunn. Learn about Metro’s different revenue sources and what the outlook is for the upcoming year. Show Links - Learn more at the https://louisvilleky.gov/government/metro-council: https://louisvilleky.gov/government/metro-council - Ph. (502) 574-1100 - Check out LMC on https://www.facebook.com/LouisvilleMetroCouncil: https://www.facebook.com/LouisvilleMetroCouncil Guest Links - https://www.facebook.com/CouncilmanRickBlackwell - https://www.facebook.com/CMKevinKramer - https://www.facebook.com/LouDemCaucus

7 MAR 2023 · Councilman Robin Engel will have guests Lee Burchfield and Chandra Gordon with him as they discuss the topic of Louisville’s Library System. The focus of the discussion will be a look forward to ongoing projects as well as the fundraising that is underway to support the continued operation and growth of our library system. Councilman Engel will also be talking about the progress towards reopening a brand new Fern Creek Branch in the coming years. Show Links - Learn more at the https://louisvilleky.gov/government/metro-council: https://louisvilleky.gov/government/metro-council - Ph. (502) 574-1100 - Check out LMC on https://www.facebook.com/LouisvilleMetroCouncil: https://www.facebook.com/LouisvilleMetroCouncil Guest Links - https://lfplfoundation.org