Hannah LeGris, the councilmember for the Lexington Fayette Urban County Government’s 3rd District, was sworn into office in January 2021. Lexington’s 3rd District serves a diverse constituency in the heart of the city, covering downtown high-rises and businesses, the University of Kentucky, the UK-LFUCG Arboretum, many historic homes, new infill developments, and local Chevy Chase businesses.

Hannah is a forward-thinking leader who has centered her work on serving others. Throughout her career, she has worked in the nonprofit, private, and education sectors. Hannah knows the value of listening, creating inclusive dialogue, and building relationships. Working with a variety of stakeholders in diverse industries has taught her how to get things done.

As a councilmember, Hannah is a member of three standing committees: General Government and Planning; Budget Finance and Economic Development; and Environmental Quality and Public Works. As the chair of the Public Input Subcommittee within General Government and Planning, she has reformed the way residents give public comment, helped create a public information officer for council, and assisted in the redesign of our online public engagement tools.

In addition to her role on standing committees within council, Hannah also serves on a number of 3rd District and LFUCG boards and commissions, including the Affordable Housing Governance Board; Lexington Community Land Trust Board; Downtown Lexington Management District Board; Tree Board; Arboretum Advisory Board; and the Lexington Sister Cities Commission.

Personally and professionally, Hannah cares deeply about education, open communication, and getting people connected. Prior to her role on council, she worked at the University of Kentucky helping undergraduate students explore career options and learn to engage meaningfully with their communities. She continues to work as an independent career and leadership consultant, collaborating with people at all stages of life.

Hannah is strongly invested in the arts and remains committed to the local creative community as well as her personal writing practice. She is a co-founder of the Lexington Film League, serves as a board member of the International Book Project, and is a member of the Picnic with the Pops Commission. She holds a B.A. in English from the College of Wooster and an M.A. in English from the University of Kentucky.

In her personal life, Hannah is an avid pedestrian and bicycle commuter because she enjoys experiencing the city at a more human pace. She lives in the Mentelle Park neighborhood, where she enjoys talking with her neighbors, running, and walking dogs with her partner Andrew.

Hannah LeGris for City Council ⭢