Hannah LeGris was elected as Lexington's Third District Urban County Council representative in November 2020 and was reelected in 2022. In addition to her role on standing committees within the Council, Hannah also serves on a number of 3rd District and LFUCG boards and commissions including the Downtown Lexington Management District Board, the Sister Cities Commission, the Arboretum Advisory Board, the Affordable Housing Governing Board, the Picnic with the Pops Commission and the Tree Board.
Personally and professionally, Councilmember LeGris cares about education, open communication, and getting people connected. Hannah began her career serving as an AmeriCorps VISTA volunteer in the nonprofit sector, where she focused on childhood literacy initiatives. She later worked with college students at the University of Kentucky, first in the classroom, then in undergraduate admissions, and later as a career counselor with a focus in leadership development. Hannah holds a B.A. in English from the College of Wooster and an M.A. in English from The University of Kentucky.
She lives in the Mentelle Park neighborhood where she enjoys talking with her neighbors, riding her bike, frequenting local businesses, and spending time with her partner, Andrew.
Parking & Traffic Resources
Residential Parking Permit Program
Learn more about how to establish a Residential Parking Permit Program for your neighborhood.
@LexWrecks
Keep up with real-time traffic information here.
City Planning Resources
Imagine Lexington
The Imagine Lexington website breaks down the current comprehensive plan and provides information on future planning decisions.
Accela
ESRI Maps for Public Policy
Use public data and GIS mapping to advocate for better public policy.
Resident Assistance Programs & Grants
Utility and Repair Support Programs
If you are having trouble paying your LEXServ bill, or need financial support for sidewalk repair or tree removal, you can find financial support through LFUCG.
Street Tree Cost Sharing Program
When you have a dead or dying street tree, this can help defray the cost of removal and replacement. (Please note: funds run out quickly!)
Neighborhood Stormwater Quality Projects Incentive Grants
These grants provide funding for projects such as rain gardens, rain barrels, aeration systems for retention ponds, stream bank restoration, neighborhood workshops and other projects that help improve or manage stormwater through education and/or physical improvements.
Homestead exemptions
To receive assistance on your property tax bill you can file for a homestead exemption. The homestead exemption is available to homeowners who fall in two categories: those who will be 65 years of age or over any time during the current calendar year, or those who are disabled. Applicants must own, live in and maintain the home as their primary residence.