About District Download - A Louisville Metro Council Podcast
District Download is designed to be a platform for all of Louisville’s 26 Metro Council districts. It’s a chance to connect with your council member and learn about what’s going down in your district.This podcast promotes open, respectful discussion. Each episode will be slightly different, because council members have the chance to make it fit their unique styles. But every episode aims to educate, uplift, and encourage community engagement.
47: Blackacre Nature Preserve – Getting to know one of Louisville’s Hidden Gems
Established in 1978, The Blackacre Nature Preserve, Located at 3200 Tucker Station Road in Southeastern Jefferson County is a 200+ acre property that serves countless school groups, seniors, visitors and even recreational farmers annually. The Blackacre Nature Preserve is home to Waterfalls, Hiking Trails more than 400 plots of garden and one of the oldest homes in our region. Open Sunrise to Sunset, this property is a hidden gem and continues to be one of the lesser known assets that represents the earlier days of our community. Join Councilman Kevin Kramer (District 11) and Blackacre Nature Preserve’s Executive Director, Dennis Craig as they discuss the many programs and activities underway at the farm.
Show Links
Louisville Democratic Caucus FB: https://www.facebook.com/LouDemCaucus
Louisville Democratic Caucus IG: https://www.instagram.com/loudemcaucus/
Guest Links
Website: https://visitblackacre.org/
24 Oct 2023
46: Community Champions: Inspiring Non-Profits Making a Difference
In this episode, Councilwoman Tammy Hawkins (D-1) highlights the amazing contributions of two non-profits organizations; Central Adult Learn to Swim and The A.C.E. Project. Central Adult Learn, a completely volunteer-driven initiative, has successfully taught swimming to 500 individuals since its inception in 2018. Turn in to discover more about this outstanding organization and find out how you can contribute to their mission.
The A.C.E. Project emerged from a mother’s heartbreaking loss of her son, Cory Michael Crowe, in 2014. Explore the incredible support and programs this organizations offers to families coping with the loss of a loved one, and the valuable initiatives benefiting our local youth.
Social Media Links & General Links:
LMC Democratic Caucus Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LouDemCaucus
LMC Democratic Caucus Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loudemcaucus/
Councilwoman Tammy Hawkins Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CouncilwomanTammyHawkins
Central Adult Learn to Swim Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yallwannaswim
Central Adult Learn to Swim: https://www.instagram.com/yallwannaswim/
The A.C.E. Project Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ACEPROJECTKY
The A.C.E. Project Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/aceprojectky/
10 Oct 2023
45: Bringing High Speed Internet to Rural Jefferson County
A discussion with Louisville Metro Councilman Stuart Benson and representatives from Charter/Spectrum Communications on their efforts underway to bring high speed internet to the rural areas of Louisville Metro.
Participants:
Councilman Stuart Benson, District 20
Ellen Call, Charter Communications Senior Director of State Government Affairs
Ben U’Sellis, Charter Communications Director of Government Affairs at Charter
Stephen Haag, Minority Caucus Director, Louisville Metro Council
Show Links
Learn more at the Louisville Metro Council Website: https://louisvilleky.gov/government/metro-councilPh. (502) 574-1100Check out LMC on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LouisvilleMetroCouncil
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