 Citing the “truly unbelievable” level of destruction and loss from Friday’s multiple tornadoes, Mayor Greg Fischer said Louisville has a chance again to demonstrate how compassionate the community is by donating to help storm victims.
People can give to the American Red Cross at www.louisville-redcross.org or by texting the word REDCROSS to 90999 to make a $10 donation. You can also give to the Community Foundation of Southern Indiana at 4104 Charlestown Rd. or by going to www.cfsouthernindiana.com. Their number is (812) 948-4662.
While the Red Cross focus is on immediate needs, the Community Foundation of Southern Indiana is establishing a fund for long-term help as people and cities rebuild.
Click here for additional opportunities to donate and help through Kentucky Emergency Management.
Donna Hargens, Superintendent of Jefferson County Public Schools, will be joining me for “Java with Jerry” on Tuesday, March 13, 2012 from 7:30 am to 9:00 am. at the Middletown Startbucks located at 243 Blankenbaker Parkway.
20th District Metro Councilman Stuart Benson will also be attending to welcome our special guest and meet with residents.
“Java with Jerry” is an informal meeting with residents over a cup of coffee and is my continued commitment to being accessible to constituents. Please click here to view the complete 2012 “Java with Jerry” schedule.
The Eastwood Village Council promotes preservation and betterment of the Eastwood Village community which serves the neighborhoods of Arlington Meadows, Ashmoor Woods, Chestnut Glen, Coventry Place, Gardiner, Glen Lakes, Locust Grove, Polo Fields and The Meadows. 
Last week's crime report was not received in time to be included in District 19's eNewsletter so there are two crime reports in this eNewsletter.
Click here to view crimes reported between February 19 and February 25, 2012. The link will open an excel document.
Click here to view crimes reported between February 26 and March 3, 2012. The link will open an excel document.
This spring Floyds Fork will be stocked with trout. 2,500 trout are slated for March, 2,500 in April, and another 2,500 in May. The Parklands will announce on their facebook page as they are stocked. Click here for more information and happy fishing!
Eastern Area Community Ministries will offer a free shredding event on Saturday, April 7, 2012 from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM at Westport Road Baptist Church located at 9705 Westport Road.
Donations will also be accepted for Eastern Area Community Ministries.
For more information, please call 426-2824 ext. 309.
1. Hiring a Contractor - Whether you have damage after severe storms, or you are trying to spruce up your home, hire a contractor you can trust. Get at least three bids, get everything in writing, and beware of those who knock on your door offering “too good to be true prices” and asking for money up-front.
2. BBB Tips on Storm Relief Donations: Be cautious when giving online, especially in response to spam emails that claim to link to a relief organization. Be wary of those who knock on your door, wanting money “on the spot.” A reputable organization will welcome your money later. Be wary of claims that 100 percent of donations will assist relief victims. And, check out the charity at www.bbb.org/charity.
3. Beware of Gas-Saving Claims that “empty your wallet, instead of saving you fuel!” Many websites make claims for various aftermarket auto devices (fuel-line magnets, air bleed devices, etc.) and oil and gasoline additives that supposedly “increase gas mileage.” Many of these claims are false or overly exaggerated. Some could even cause engine problems.
4. Clev Tower Dispatch Deliveries contacted a local consumer via email, saying they had won a 2012 BMW. The company, supposedly located in Louisville, was going to deliver the car to their home, but the “lucky winner” had to pay $300 to get it. Luckily, this smart consumer didn’t fall for it!
5. Sentry Armored Dispatch Company is contacting local consumers, impersonating government agencies, claiming they are supervising the distribution of sweepstakes winnings. The FTC has put out an alert on this company. The scammers attempt to convince lucky winners to wire money to “ensure delivery of the prize.” This is a SCAM!
6. Scammers are using social media sites to con people into Investment Scams. The ability to access personal information on the sites allows scammers to personalize and target their pitch, and over time, build trust with potential victims. Beware of unknown “friends,” avoid high-pressured pitches, beware of testimonials from other “investors,” and check the reliability of a company at www.bbb.org.
7. March 4 – 10 is National Consumer Protection Week. BBB, along with other organizations, is encouraging every consumer to make better-informed purchasing decisions. Go to NCPW.gov for information on protecting your privacy, staying safe online, managing your money, how to avoid identity theft, and more.
8. BBB Commends Savvy Consumers: Consumers asked BBB for help more than 103 million times in 2011, up from 87 million in 2010 – the highest rate in the organization’s 100-year history! Complaints were down across the U.S. and Canada to 927,000 in 2011 compared to just over one million in 2010. It looks like consumers are doing their homework!
9. It’s Prom Shopping Season! Do your homework before you make a purchase for your high school student for this special occasion. Check out dress/tuxedo shops, florists, and limo companies at www.bbb.org.
10. Spring Cleaning is a good time to rid your home of paperwork! What should you keep/discard? Keep canceled checks related to a home purchase or sale, renovations, for contributions to retirement accounts, or checks that support your tax returns for a minimum of seven years – all other checks can be discarded. Throw out deposit, ATM, credit/debit card receipts after the transaction appears on your statement. After one year, you can throw out credit card and bank account statements that have no tax or other long-term significance. And be sure anything with confidential information is shredded before you throw it out!
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