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Sixth and Jeff episodes
- Emergency Shelters, Parkway Place, and Givaudan Land Downzoning
On this week's episode, Alena and Taylor talk about the most recent council meeting where they decided on emergency weather shelters, Parkway Place, and Givaudan land downzoning.
Links from the show:
- https://linktr.ee/MetroCouncilRecord
- https://www.bizjournals.com/louisville/news/2020/07/30/rhodia-redevelopment-proposed-for-west-end.html
- https://www.courier-journal.com/picture-gallery/news/local/2024/04/22/former-louisville-chemical-site-readies-for-major-development-photos/73388794007/
1 hr 23 min - Mask Ordinance, Midyear Budget Adjustments, Tax Benefits for Churchill Downs
This week on Sixth & Jeff, we dig into a busy stretch at Metro Hall. We break down the now-failed mask ordinance, unpack the midyear budget adjustments and the politics behind the numbers, and take a hard look at a set of tax benefits for Churchill Downs.
Links:
- Budget Adjustments: https://louisvilleky.primegov.com/viewer/preview?id=0&type=8&uid=7cff8b83-b9fd-4fab-a3ce-6d60aa1e2643
1 hr 24 min - Ep. 28: Reappointment of Inspector General Ed Harness, Plastic Bag Resolution Fails, and Massage Facility Regulation Passes
On episode 28, Alena and Taylor cover the last two weeks of council news. This council meeting, they reappointed Ed Harness as the Inspector General, attempted to pass a resolution banning plastic bags, and passed significant regulations regarding massage facilities.
In other news, Honky Talkin' is rescheduled for February 3, and....ZOHRAN WON!
1 hr 1 min - Ep. 27: Data Centers, Surplus Property, and a Little Honky Talkin’
This week on Sixth & Jeff, we’re digging into the latest from Louisville Metro from the now-defunct data center moratorium to what’s happening with a surplus government property. Plus, we’ve got news: we’ll be appearing on Honky Talkin’ this Tuesday, November 4 at 8pm at the Whirling Tiger!
Links:
- Louisville police officer who cited a homeless woman in labor given local tourism award
- Your Ring camera could help solve a crime. Here’s how to register it with LMPD
- Chappell's reallocation of Birthing Center funds: https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/KYLOUISVILLE/bulletins/3f9024a?reqfrom=share
57 min - Ep. 26: All About Police
On the pod today, Alena and Taylor discuss a large appropriation of money to police patrols out of an NDF and the Parks Police Ordinance.
Links:
Parks Police Presentation
1 hr 9 min - Ep. 25: HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO SIXTH & JEFF!
The podcast is one!! Celebrate with Alena & Taylor as they talk about dysfunctional police helicopters, potential vote trading, and betrayal.
Links:
Jennifer Kern resigns as Public Works exec. director
Charles booker (maybe?)
Sheriff John Aubrey died HE WAS 86!! Wtf…
- Changes to TARC routes
- Week without Driving Challenge. This is actually a campaign organized by Disability Rights Washington.
Cassia’s article Why do I stay in Louisville
- Louisville ends LDG lawsuit over Prospect development with multi-million dollar payout
- Chickasaw Neighborhood Local Preservation District
1 hr 6 min - Ep. 24: Bobbie Holsclaw, Emergency Shelters, & the Extension Office
On episode 24, Alena and Taylor talk about Bobbie Holsclaw passing away and the appointment process, new rules regarding emergency shelters, and the Jefferson County Extension Office.
Links:
- Louisville Republicans outline plan to go ‘all in’ on reducing crime
- "Safer Louisville Agenda"
51 min - Ep. 23: Unions, Periods, Housing, OH MY!
This week, Alena and Taylor celebrate Labor Day, discuss period pods and period justice, and cover the council's updates to development timelines.
Links from this week:
Labor Louisville Newsletter
Kevin trager yelling about poop
Louisville Ethics Commission sues city to stop ‘illegitimate takeover’
2nd former high ranking city official sues Louisville mayor claiming wrongful termination
1 hr 21 min - Ep. 22: Closing Bars at Midnight, Emergency Shelters, HOJ Fines, and WHERE ARE YOUR KIDS?!
NOTE: We had mic trouble for the first 15 minutes, but fixed it after that!
Alena and Taylor are here to talk to you about whether or not we should close bars at midnight, if we should issue CUPs for emergency shelters, whether or not we should find people to improve the HOJ, and most importantly: WHERE ARE YOUR KIDS?!
Links:
- OUR PATREON YAY!
- Louisville councilman hosting sound study of Bardstown Road, Baxter Avenue area
- Louisville leaders demand action after mother murdered walking daughter to bus stop
- U of L Health delays South End birthing center “indefinitely,” citing Medicaid cuts
- Noise survey: if you live in the Highlands, write your comments on this link: https://louisvilleky.wufoo.com/forms/mk6cr8t0zxrvtx/
- All other neighborhoods, use this link: https://louisvilleky.wufoo.com/forms/m1nj4dwv0mx40co/
1 hr 13 min - Ep. 21: The Pod is Old Enough to Drink!
Alena and Taylor discuss July 31's council meeting, affordable housing, and labubus.
Links:
Louisville mayor reverses immigration policy after DOJ threat
- Louisville police chief apologizes for blaming victim for her own murder
- KRS Chapter 96
1 hr 11 min
About Sixth and Jeff
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Named for the cross streets of City Hall, Sixth & Jeff is a podcast that sets out to bring civic education to the people of Louisville Metro.