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State of the City 2026: Hear the Vision. Join the Conversation.

Join us for a fresh take on the annual State of the City, designed to bring our community together to connect, ask questions and discover what's ahead for Louisville.

Monday, November 9 | 9:00–11:00 AM

Doors open at 8:50 AM, with presentations beginning promptly at 9:00 AM.

We'll begin with the Mayor's State of the City address, highlighting the City's accomplishments, priorities and vision for the year ahead, alongside an update from the Louisville Chamber of Commerce sharing our 2027 priorities, programs and opportunities.

What's New This Year?

We're introducing a more interactive format, combining the Mayor's State of the City address and Chamber updates with an opportunity to explore individual City and Chamber information tables.

Each table will showcase key projects, initiatives and plans for the year ahead, giving you the freedom to visit the areas that interest you, ask questions and connect directly with the people involved.

Event Schedule

9:00–9:35 AM | State of the City Address & Chamber Update

Hear from the Mayor and Louisville Chamber leadership as they reflect on 2026 and share priorities for the year ahead.

9:35–11:00 AM | Community Connections & Refreshments

Explore City and Chamber information tables, meet the teams, learn about current projects and upcoming initiatives, and discover ways to get involved.

Meet Your City Teams

Explore the City's priorities, projects and plans for 2027 at individual department tables. Meet the teams and ask questions about the topics that matter most to you.

City Manager's Office

Sustainability Initiatives

2027 Work Plan

Cultural Services

Strategic Plan

2027 Events

Opportunities to engage, including sponsorships, arts programming and awards

Community Development

Economic Vitality: Business resources, partner events, Sundance, year in review and statistics

Comprehensive Plan and Next Steps

Historic Preservation

Human Resources

City Hiring Needs

Hiring Best Practices

Parks, Recreation & Open Space

PROS Strategic Plan

2027 Events

City Council

Meet City Council representatives and ask questions

Finance

City Budget

New Sales Tax Software

Public Works

Front and Center

Front Range Passenger Rail

Capital Improvement Program (CIP)

South Street Underpass

Connect with Your Chamber

Visit our Chamber information tables to meet board members, committee representatives and the Chamber team. Learn about our 2027 priorities, upcoming events, membership programs and opportunities to connect, advocate, promote your business

Refreshments

Refreshments generously sponsored by AdventHealth Avista Hospital and First Interstate Bank, and provided by South Street Market.

Free | Open to the Public | Advance Registration Requested