District 12 eNews | 04.22.15

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Rick Blackwell

Councilman Rick Blackwell
601 West Jefferson Street
(502) 574-1112
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Liz Kennedy
Legislative Aide
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TARC Seeking Input On Proposed Service Changes

TARC is seeking public comments on service changes including less frequent bus service on its three most popular routes to help cut costs in the upcoming fiscal year which begins July 1st. Citizens can comment through Friday, May 22nd by mail, e-mail, phone, Facebook or Twitter or attend public meetings held by TARC.

The proposed service reductions, which would save $1.2 million next fiscal year, would take effect Sunday, August16th.   

Even with the reductions, buses would still arrive at stops every 13-15 minutes on the busiest stretches of Fourth Street (Rt. #4), Broadway (Rt. #23), and Dixie and Preston highways (Rt. #18) from 6 a.m. through the evening rush hour on weekdays.

On Dixie Highway south of Heaton Road, bus frequency on weekdays will be reduced from every 15 to every 30 minutes.

“Federal grant funding for TARC’s three frequent service routes ended more than a year ago and we simply can’t afford to continue the level of frequency we have had, but we will still maintain good frequency,” Barker said.

Ways  to comment...

Meeting: May 13th at the Southwest Government Center (7219 Dixie Hwy) from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Email: info@ridetarc.org
Phone: 502-561-5112
Twitter: www.twitter.com/ridetarc
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/ridetarc
Mail: TARC, Union Station, 1000 W. Broadway, Louisville, KY 40203


Congrats to the St. Paul Raiders!

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All three of the 5th and 6th grade basketball teams won the CSAA City Championship last month! This is an incredible accomplishment and quite a rare feat for a team to achieve. 

We are very proud of the accomplishment of our young players! Congratulations to the teams: Maddie Emerson, Raegan Gibson, Nevaeh Gupton, Kelsey Harper, Maddie Hayden, Allie Jones, Katelin Pierce, Shelby Pruitt, Jenna Roberts, Jordan Scroggins, Jillian Ward, Kaylee Whitted, Jack Allen, Corbin Allen, Bryce Blackwell, Nathan Coulter, Ethan Hodge, Ja’Vin Jones, Luke McClinton, Jayden Scroggins, Zach Thompson, Luke Thompson, Austin Akridge, Cody Akridge, Jacob Ashby, Zach Baldauf, Jack Bizzell, Justin Haycraft, Zach Keith, Parker Mulhall, Evan Riedinger, Sterling Sosna, Logan Trusty, Peyton Votaw

Congrats to the coaches: Nana Starks, Tom Gillespie, Andy McClinton, Mike Coulter, Josh Thompson, John Akridge, Chris Keith, Herb Schum, Jr. & Mark Head - we appreciate all you do!


Flood Debris Sites Open Through April 25th

The free service is available for residents of Louisville only and it does not include commercial haulers. No construction debris or yard waste will be accepted. To qualify for the free drop-off, residents must present the attendant with two forms of identification verifying Louisville residency. If a citizen hires an individual or business to remove debris, the citizen must accompany the hauler to the drop-off center or provide the hauler with the same two forms of identification to present at the facility. Drop-off sites will be open until April 25th and are as follows:

Monday - Saturday, Waste Reduction Center - 636 Meriwether Avenue, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. 

Sites below will operate Thursday – Saturday 1:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

  • Bethany Lane - 10500 Lower River Road
  • Newburg Community Center - 4810 Exeter Ave
  • Outer Loop Recycling Center - 7201 Outer Loop
  • Dixie Recycling Center - 7219 Dixie Hwy
  • Charlie Vettiner Park - 5550 Charlie Vettiner Park Rd
  • Hubbards Lane Recycling Center - 595 Hubbards Ln

Repair Affair Applications Accepted Until April 30th

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New Directions Housing is now accepting application for Repair Affair 2015 until April 30, 2015. Repair Affair is completely volunteer-drive. All repair work is performed by volunteers. Repair Affair is not a decorating, remodeling, or an emergency repair program. Repair Affair is for small repairs that improve the safety, security, and weather efficiency of the home. We do not guarantee assistance to everyone who applies. There is no cost to apply, but there are several eligibility requirements for Repair Affair: To qualify you must:

  • Be 60 years of age or older or certified disabled;
  • Own and reside in a single-family home;
  • Qualify as low income

If you know of anyone who would like to apply, please have them call Jacie Morgan at (502) 719-7153. 


Rescheduled SLCM Golf Scramble April 27th

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Due to the rain, the South Louisville Community Ministries Golf Scramble is rescheduled for Monday, April 27th! It will be held at Iroquois Golf Course. Registration starts at 7:00 a.m. with a continental breakfast. Shotgun start is at 8:00. There will be a picnic lunch following golf. This year's honorary chairman, Darrell Griffith, will be present to sign autographs and award prizes. Openings available for additional teams as well as individuals! Cost is $100 per player or $400 for a team of four.

Exciting new prizes this year! Join in and win a hole-in-one contest on any of the five par 3 holes on the course.  Other fun included, such as silent auction items. Come prepared to take something home with you! For more information, call Joyce Whalin at 361-7763.


April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month - Denim Day

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Join the Center for Women & Families this month in their fight to raise awareness about sexual assault and domestic violence. Did you know that every 107 seconds, another American is sexually assaulted It's time we say no more. We encourage everyone to learn more online and sign up for Denim Day on April 29th. If you have been sexually assaulted or raped, know that you are not alone and help is available. Call 1-844-BE-SAFE-1


Legal Aid Upcoming Clinics

FORECLOSURE CLINIC: Attorneys will be on hand to answer questions about foreclosures and provide advice on alternatives to foreclosure.

WHEN:                         Thursday, April 23, at 4:00 PM & Tuesday, May 5 at 11:00 AM

WHERE:                       Legal Aid Society office (416 W. Muhammad Ali Blvd.)

EXPUNGEMENT CLINIC: An attorney will be on hand to discuss the expungement process and which charges can be expunged.  Attendees are encouraged to bring a copy of their criminal record which shows the disposition of each case.  A copy of the record may be obtained from Court Archives located in the basement of the Old Jail Building at 514 West Liberty Street in Louisville.

WHEN:                         Thursday, May 7, at 1:00 PM

WHERE:                       Louisville Free Public Library Main Branch (301 York St.)

Please call Legal Aid at (502) 584-1254 to make a reservation for any of these dates. 


Grant Opportunity for Local Non-Profits Due May 8th

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[give]502, a giving circle of young professionals in Louisville, is looking to invest in a project that is innovative, impactful and will transform our hometown. Nonprofits should submit their online application between now and 11:59 p.m., Friday, May 8th. [give] 502 members will review the grants May – July and the winner of the $25,000 grant will be announced in August 2015. 

Questions about the grant opportunity should be directed to [give]502 via email at grants@give502.org. Questions regarding the online grant system should be directed to Liz Alkire at  liza@cflousisville.org.  


High School Student Fellowship Application Due April 30th

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Louisville Metro Public Health and Wellness’s Center for Health Equity is now taking applications for the Healing Futures Fellowship summer program. The program is open to youth ages 15 to 18 that are entering their sophomore, junior or senior year of high school in the fall of 2015. The Healing Futures Fellowship brings together young people from neighborhoods throughout Louisville to engage them in thoughtful discussion and exploration of the underlying causes and solutions to violence, injury prevention and inequity. The program will be held June 6th through July 31st. It is comprised of classroom and field sessions seven hours a day, five days a week. After completing the program, students are awarded a stipend up to $1,000. The application process involves writing a 500 word essay. The deadline for applications is April 30th. Students can learn more information and apply online here. Applications are also accepted via mail or fax.  For questions or additional information call 574-8045 or email healingfuturesfellowship@louisvilleky.gov  


Refuge Louisville Market April 25th

Refuge Louisville, a local non-profit aimed at blessing the nations represented in our city through holistic community development and gospel proclamation, is excited to announce their upcoming Market at 5007. Held bi-annually, these markets, selling locally made wares, handicrafts, and foods, allow migrant artisans a way to support their families. The proceeds from each vendor’s sale will go to support ministry either to refugees, widows, or orphans. Hosted by Refuge Louisville

WHERE: 5007 Southside Drive, Louisville, KY 40214

WHEN: April 25th from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Come out and see the skill and love that has been put into the various crafts that will be available. We will have candles, purses, soaps, jewelry, food, tea and more! Shop compassionately for Mother’s Day by buying local and helping the least of these. If interested in hosting a booth, please contact Kristi@refugelouisville.com