Ballotpedia, Hannah LeGris

Hannah lives in the Mentelle Park neighborhood. She has a bachelor's degree in English from the College of Wooster and a master's degree from the University of Kentucky.

Hannah has worked in the nonprofit, private, and education sectors, including a role at the University of Kentucky helping undergraduate students explore career options. She also works as an independent career and leadership consultant.

Hannah LeGris is a member of the Lexington City Council. She was elected in 2020, and is currently serving her first term.

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Believes responsible development requires infrastructure that considers "everyone's needs."

Supports creating more bike lanes, maintaining sidewalks, and investing in public transportation to help residents connect, support local businesses, reduce costs and emissions, and maintain a healthy city.

Supports creating more bike lanes, maintaining sidewalks, and investing in public transportation.

- Believes responsible development requires infrastructure that considers "everyone's needs."
- Supports creating more bike lanes, maintaining sidewalks, and investing in public transportation.

Transportation & Infrastructure

As of August 20, 2024, Hannah Legris’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Taxes

Believes safe, affordable housing is a human right and supports increased funding for affordable housing.

Supports affordable housing initiatives, such as the Lexington Community Land Trust, which aims to provide permanently affordable homeownership opportunities for low-income buyers and emphasizes community control of land.

- Believes safe, affordable housing is a human right and supports increased funding for affordable housing.
- Supports affordable housing initiatives, such as the Lexington Community Land Trust, which aims to provide permanently affordable homeownership opportunities for low-income buyers and emphasizes community control of land.

Housing & Urban Development

Supports the development of public services, as evidenced by the opening of a new multi-purpose building in Woodland Park.

Supports investing in community arts nonprofits, grassroots initiatives, and youth programming to enhance Lexington’s reputation as a creative city.

As a city council member, secured $4.6 million in funding to renovate Phoenix Park, a downtown public space.

- Supports the development of public services, as evidenced by the opening of a new multi-purpose building in Woodland Park.
- Supports investing in community arts nonprofits, grassroots initiatives, and youth programming to enhance Lexington’s reputation as a creative city.
- As a city council member, secured $4.6 million in funding to renovate Phoenix Park, a downtown public space.

Public Services

Supports increasing services and protections for equality and dignity for all.

Supports banning LGBTQ conversion therapy.

As a city council member, voted to ban no-knock warrants.

- Supports banning LGBTQ conversion therapy.
- As a city council member, voted to ban no-knock warrants.

Public Safety

Supports legislation that provides economic support to local businesses.

Believes that "investing locally is the key to retaining and attracting talent, building our tax base, and developing a resilient economy."

As a city council member, proposed a pilot program to increase composting and reduce food and yard waste from going to landfills.

- Supports legislation that provides economic support to local businesses.
- Believes that "investing locally is the key to retaining and attracting talent, building our tax base, and developing a resilient economy."
- As a city council member, proposed a pilot program to increase composting and reduce food and yard waste from going to landfills.

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Hannah Legris

Hannah LeGris lives in the Mentelle Park neighborhood. She holds a B.A. in English from the College of Wooster and an M.A. from the University of Kentucky.

Hannah LeGris is currently a councilmember for the Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government’s 3rd District. She has worked in the nonprofit, private, and education sectors, including a role at the University of Kentucky helping undergraduate students explore career options. She also works as an independent career and leadership consultant.

Supports improving bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure.

Supports developing infrastructure that prioritizes accessibility and allows for diverse transportation options.

Plans to continue addressing transportation issues such as traffic, trails, and trees.

Supports the establishment of an Affordable Housing Governance Board.

Served on the board of the Lexington Community Land Trust, which aims to provide affordable housing and promote sustainable land use in Lexington, Kentucky.

Supports affordable housing initiatives and community land trusts.

Supports local arts and civic engagement.

Believes in transparency and accountability in government.

Believes in the importance of community-centered work, inclusive dialogue, and relationship-building.

Supports transparency and accountability in government.

Believes in empowering diverse residents, including renters, homeowners, students, and business owners, to contribute to the city and shape a stronger civic process.

Believes in empowering diverse residents, including renters, homeowners, students, and business owners, to contribute to city development and strengthen civic processes.

As a councilmember, secured full funding for Phoenix Park, supported Town Branch Commons, and voted for small business stimulus funding.

As a councilmember, voted for small business stimulus funding and secured full funding for Phoenix Park.

As chair of the Public Input Subcommittee, reformed public comment processes, established a public information officer for Council, and improved online engagement tools to enhance transparency and community involvement.

- As a city council member, secured $4.6 million in funding to renovate Phoenix Park, a downtown public space.
- Supports the development of public services, as evidenced by the opening of a new multi-purpose building in Woodland Park.
- Supports investing in community arts nonprofits, grassroots initiatives, and youth programming to enhance Lexington’s reputation as a creative city.

Supports a larger law enforcement presence in downtown Lexington.

Promises to be "responsive, fair, and honest" if elected.

Supports the integrity and values of Councilmember Hannah LeGris, believing her experience and thoughtfulness in city government will enhance public safety and community diligence.

Supports building on recent city accomplishments to enhance community safety and health.

Promises to uphold "integrity and trustworthiness" in office.

Believes improving affordable housing and town-gown relations will help address crime.

Believes investing in downtown Lexington supports the city's economic vitality and history.

Believes more work is needed to make the city center inclusive and appealing to everyone.

Plans to collaborate with local businesses to ensure they have the necessary tools, support, and community to succeed.

Serves on the Budget Finance and Economic Development committee.

Supports legislation, policy, and programs that aim to create more opportunities for local businesses and the community.

Plans to work closely with local businesses to provide tools, support, and community for success.

Believes responsible management of natural resources is essential for improving quality of life.

Serves on the Downtown Lexington Management District Board, which advances and finances economic improvements such as beautification, marketing, and grant funding for downtown projects.

Supports the Sister Cities Program Commission, which manages partnerships with four international cities to foster economic and cultural exchange.

As a council member, secured $1.5 million to expand the urban tree canopy, $4.6 million to renovate Phoenix Park, and funded a sustainability coordinator position.

As a councilmember, advocated for small businesses by working to direct federal aid and provide relief and support.

As a member of the Tree Board, secured $1.5 million to expand Fayette County's tree canopy, which will help set new goals for planting and coverage across Lexington.

Believes a pilot home composting program could reduce food and yard waste in Lexington.

Believes in the importance of education and career development.

Hannah LeGris has been the councilmember for Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government’s 3rd District since January 2021. She serves on the General Government and Planning, Budget Finance and Economic Development, and Environmental Quality and Public Works committees. She is also a member of the Affordable Housing Governance Board, the Lexington Community Land Trust Board, the Downtown Lexington Management District Board, the Tree Board, the Arboretum Advisory Board, and the Sister Cities Program Commission.

- Urban county council members make up the legislative body of the Lexington-Fayette County government and are responsible for the public's health, safety, and welfare. Its legislative duties include enacting ordinances, levying taxes, and adopting a budget. 
- The city council has the authority to investigate all activities of the city government and its employees. 
- The urban county council has 12 district council members and three at-large council members. 
- Council members voted to represent a single district serve two-year terms and those voted at-large serve four-year terms. Elections take place in even-numbered years. 

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