Louisville Violence Prevention Funding at Risk

Louisville’s Office of Violence Prevention is eyeing a potential $1 million boost in the mayor’s budget—critical for expanding their life-saving work as pandemic-era funding winds down. Director James Tatum says the money will help scale proven programs like “Get Busy,” while community leaders like Councilwoman Tammy Hawkins urge inclusion of initiatives like the Dirt Bowl. With Metro Council budget hearings underway, every dollar counts—and the city’s future safety hinges on smart, collaborative spending. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/48e85bcdd77f71c0