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Budget Committee

Thursday, September 3, 2026 · 4:30 PM AM · Council Chambers/Virtual

TL;DR

The Budget Committee met to consider two major items: approval of the tax levy ordinance for fiscal year 2027 and authorization to accept $1.88 million in state historic preservation tax credits for the Main Library renovation project. These decisions will impact both the city's tax structure and funding for a significant public library improvement initiative.

Key Decisions

  • FY 2027 Tax Levy Ordinance Discussed (vote outcome not documented in agenda)
  • Main Library Renovations Funding - $1.88M State Tax Credits Discussed (vote outcome not documented in agenda)

Agenda

  1. Call to Order
  2. Roll Call
  3. Special Discussion
  4. Pending Legislation
  5. 1. AN ORDINANCE CONCERNING THE LEVY OF TAXES WITHIN THE LOUISVILLE/JEFFERSON COUNTY METRO GOVERNMENT AND THE LOUISVILLE URBAN SERVICES DISTRICT FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2027.
    Ordinance
  6. 2. A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO ACCEPT UP TO $1,882,400 FROM THE KENTUCKY HERITAGE COUNCIL (STATE OF KY) FOR THE SALE OF KENTUCKY HISTORIC PRESERVATION AND IRA TAX CREDITS TO SUPPORT THE MAIN LIBRARY RENOVATIONS PROJECT TO BE ADMINISTERED BY THE LOUISVILLE FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY.
    Resolution
  7. Adjournment
  8. Note: Agendas are followed at the discretion of the Chair. While an item may be listed, it does not mean all items will be heard and/or acted upon by the Committee.