Louisville (pronounced "Lou-a-vul") is becoming a really cool place
Monday, December 02, 2002
Over the past two or three years, Lousiville, KY has taken some really important steps to build its innovation economy. One of the biggest innovations has been in government...the merger of city and county into a metro government.
Some time ago, the city also consolidated its economic development efforts under Greater Louisville, Inc.
A lot else is happening, as well. A new riverfront park, revitalized arts community, downtown residential development. Learn more. Go
Consolidated metro government is a key element to innovation in these larger communities. Louisville joins Indianapolis and Nashville, two other cities that consolidated city and county with strong local economies. Meanwhile two other river towns...Cincinnati and Memphis seem stuck with big plans and stalled projects.
posted by Ed Morrison |
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Louisville (pronounced "Lou-a-vul") is becoming a really cool place
