Louisville Metro City Hall

If passed as written now, the new ordinance would make it unlawful for people to store personal belongings on public streets, alleys or sidewalks, unless otherwise permitted.

Louisville Mayor Craig Greenberg said Thursday he'll reorganize the city's open records department after finding a "significant backlog" of requests.

Councilmembers passed the budget in a 23-0, with two abstaining from the vote due to conflict of interest.