LOUISVILLE DOWNTOWN MANAGEMENT DISTRICT EXPANDS BOUNDARIES

Louisville Downtown Partnership (LDP) today announced a significant expansion of the Louisville Downtown Management District (LDMD), Kentucky’s first Business Improvement District. The growth will extend the LDMD district boundary to encompass the area surrounding Louisville Slugger Field and Angel’s Envy distillery, as well as a two-block section adjacent to the Louisville Medical & Education District (LOUMED), closing the gap between the two district boundaries.
 
The expanded district strengthens LDP’s commitment to fostering a dynamic and thriving Downtown core, enabling LDMD to extend its essential services to these areas, including placemaking, economic development, and marketing initiatives alongside enhanced safety, outreach, hospitality, and supplemental cleaning services provided by the LDP Ambassador team, which operates seven days a week from 7am to midnight.
 
“This expansion represents our ongoing commitment to creating a vibrant, welcoming Downtown experience for residents, businesses, and visitors alike,” said Rebecca Fleischaker, executive director of LDP. “By bridging the gap to LOUMED and incorporating landmarks like Slugger Field and Angel’s Envy, we’re creating a more consistent-looking Downtown while bringing our essential services to areas where people are.”
 
Passed by Metro Council on Thursday, May 15, the expansion exceeded the required number of petitions per state statute of 33% of property owners and 51% of total property value.
 
“Our Downtown has great momentum right now. Visitor numbers have surpassed pre-pandemic levels and we’re seeing more and more companies choose to relocate in the heart of Louisville,” said Mayor Craig Greenberg. “The LDMD expansion will have a significant impact on LOUMED and Slugger Field, two destinations that will be seeing major public and private investment over the coming years.”
 
The legislation was sponsored by Councilman Ken Herndon. The last LDMD boundary expansion occurred in 2017, extending east from Floyd St. to Hancock St. beneath the I-65 underpass on Main, Market, and Jefferson streets and south of York St. to include the 800 Tower Apartments, James Collins Ford, and Solid Light.
 
“I’m delighted to support the expansion of LDMD’s services to new areas of our already-resurgent Downtown,” said Councilman Ken Herndon, Metro Council, District 4. “Having worked at or with LDMD for many years, I know firsthand the universally positive effect those services and that detailed attention means for the heart of our community.”
 
The new LDMD boundaries will be in effect as of June 1, 2025.
 
“Downtown Louisville is at the heart of Angel’s Envy, and we’re proud to see this district expansion move forward,” said Gigi DaDan, General Manager of Angel’s Envy. “As a key destination on the Bourbon Trail, this investment enhances the guest experience and brings renewed energy to everyone who comes through our doors.”
 
Formed in 2013, LDP is comprised of two long-standing organizations: LDMD and the Downtown Development Corporation (DDC). LDMD was established in 1991 by ordinance with a mission to promote Downtown’s quality of life by creating a safer, cleaner, and more enjoyable environment.
 
“On behalf of the LDMD Board, I want to thank Mayor Greenberg and Metro Council for approving the expansion of the Business Improvement District to include Louisville Slugger Field, Angel’s Envy, the block of 2nd and Liberty, and the block of 2nd and Chestnut,” said Andy Treinen, President & CEO, Frazier History Museum and LDMD Board Chair. “As LDP continues its work to ensure Louisville is a safe, clean, and vibrant downtown, expanding the patrols of our outstanding ambassadors only makes us stronger.”
 
LDP’s work is guided by the 2024 Louisville Downtown Development Strategy, a bold 10-year vision for how the city, businesses, and residents can ensure that Louisville continues to thrive as the economic, cultural, and creative center of the region.
 
For more information and a map of the new district boundary, visit louisvilledowntown.org/about-ldmd.