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Your District 21 Team:
Metro Councilman
Dan Johnson
601 W. Jefferson Street
Louisville, KY 40202
(502) 574-1121
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Legislative Assistant
Bryan Mathews
(502) 574-3090
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Administrative Clerk
Barbara Nichols
(502) 574-3090
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911 Emergency Number
All Divisions
Non-emergency Numbers
- 574-2111 3rd & 6th Divisions
- 574-7111 4th Division
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This annual event for South Louisville Community Ministries, hosted by Churchill Downs, raised over $50,000 and drew over 800 people.
A big Thank You to all who attended and to the sponsors for a successful
evening.
The premier lead sponsor
was Louisville Gas & Electric and Champion sponsors were Council Members
Marianne Butler D15, Vicki Welch D13, Dan Johnson D21, David Yates D25, Rick
Blackwell D12, Cindi Fowler D14, Bill Hollander D9, Barbara Sexton Smith D4,
Madonna Flood D24, Jessica Green D1, David James D6 & Pat Mulvihill D10 and
Taylor Blvd. Save A Lot Food Market.
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 Metro Council Offices Closed &
Metro Services Closed
The District 21 Council Office will be Closed in observance of the Labor Day Holiday Monday September 4.
There will be no residential garbage, junk, recycling or yard
waste collection within the Louisville Metro Urban Services District on Monday September 4. Collection throughout the remaining week will be delayed by one day because of
the holiday.
Residents who rely on private haulers for garbage, recycling and
yard waste collection should consult those haulers about holiday collection
schedules.
Also, Jefferson
County staffed recycling, hazardous waste and waste reduction facilities
will be closed on Saturday September 2 in recognition of the holiday and closed
on Monday as usual.
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 WorldFest, one of the region’s largest international festivals,
will take place Labor Day weekend for its 15th year, with four days of
international food, music, dance and culture starting September 1 at the
downtown Belvedere.
Cultures ranging from African drumming to reggae to Indian,
Celtic, Arabic, Latin, Caribbean music and more than 100 vendors
with 30-plus food vendors serving a global sampling of cuisine and culture.
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The Global Village –
A kaleidoscope of Louisville’s culture, where you can interact with
representatives of more than 20 nations. All nine of Louisville’s Sister
Cities will be represented again this year.
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The
WorldFest Children’s Area –
Will feature activities from WKU’s Confucius Institute, as well as Home
Depot.
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Parade of
Cultures – Will showcase the
multicultural diversity of our unique city.
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Chinese
Cultural Experience –
Mobile Unit in front of The Kentucky Center.
The festival includes a naturalization ceremony at 1 p.m.
Friday, where more than 300 immigrants will become full U.S. citizens and a
colorful Parade of Cultures at noon on Saturday.
For
more information about WorldFest, visit www.worldfestlouisville.com.
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 The Subway Fresh Fit Hike Bike & Paddle is a twice annual
event held every Memorial & Labor Day. Thousands of participants
flock to Waterfront Park to enjoy a morning full of fun. Bring the entire
family for this free, healthy hometown event. Various fitness demonstrations
start the day including yoga, tai chi and zumba. There are numerous vendor
booths available for information and giveaways. After all of that, take
your pick from a 5k hike, 9.5-mile bike ride or a paddle on the Ohio River.
This event is not a race. It is open to participants of all levels and we
encourage everyone to get out and enjoy the festivities!
Paddlers
will launch their canoes or kayaks at the ramp located at
the Harbor Lawn of Waterfront Park to begin their adventurous five-mile
course at 10 a.m., taking their canoes and kayaks through the McAlpine Locks
and Dam to the Jaycees Boat Ramp in New Albany. Participants . Paddle
participants must wear a life jacket and carry a noise making device. After the
event, TARC will offer a shuttle service for paddlers to retrieve their
vehicles at the launch site.
Cyclists
a 9.5-mile route from Waterfront Park and west through the
Portland Stroll District and back to Waterfront Park. Turnoffs will
provide cycling routes as short as two miles.
Hiking
Wheelchair-accessible, as walkers go west along the waterfront,
portions of the Riverwalk and wharf to 10th Street and back. Walkers can bring
their dogs on the hike, but must keep them on a leash and pick up waste, as
required by law.
- More than 50 vendors and
information booths will open at 8:30 a.m. at Waterfront Park.
- Again, patrons will have the
opportunity to try their hand at stand-up paddle boarding until 1 p.m.
- Yoga, Tai Chi and Zumba
demonstrations will be offered, along with group participation.
- Beginning at 8:30 a.m. there
will be 3,000 free T-shirts for those who arrive early and complete a
brief survey.
- The Brain Injury Association
will distribute 500 helmets to riders who don’t have one.
- Neil Huffman Subaru will be
giving away a free bicycle and kayak at the event. Various water
stations along the routes, as part of Louisville Water’s Pure Tap To Go.
- To view interactive route maps
and for more information, go to hikebikeandpaddle.org.
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 8:00am to 12 noon
Corner of Southern and Wellington.
Returning favorite farmers and artisans, fresh Kentucky Proud produce, handmade soaps, fresh baked goods, and artisan crafts, Donald's soaps and bath salts.
Come and support our vendors, visit with your neighbors and friends--
Don't forget to join Supreme Peace Yoga & Wellness for yoga on the lawn.
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Events Calendar
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Friday September 1st
10:00am – 2:00pm Senior Outing Papa
John’s Tour & Lunch Outings
are limited in size and advance registration required. Call Beechmont Community
Center at 361-5484 for information & to register. 205 W. Wellington Ave.
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Friday September 1st – 30th
Refugee Youth Art Exhibit at the Iroquois Library Free
during Regular Hours 601 W. Woodlawn Ave.
- Saturday
September 2nd - 30th
Month-long Exhibit of Artist David McDonley’s Work at the Little Loomhouse
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Saturday
September 2nd 11:00am-4:00pm Opening Reception with the Artist
showing and talking about his work.
Free and open to the public, light refreshments will be served. 328 Kenwood Hill Rd.
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Saturday September
2nd 8:00 am – 12 noon
Beechmont Farmers Market Local produce, vendor booths, live music/entertainment and more in
the parking lot at Southern Parkway & W. Wellington Ave.
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Saturday September 2nd 8:00pm An
Evening with the U of L Dance Theater at
the Iroquois Amphitheater. Both contemporary and classic ballets choreographed especially
for the Dance Theatre. Doors open at 7:00pm Suggested donation $5. 1080
Amphitheater Rd.
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Sunday September 3rd 10:00 a.m.- 2:00 p.m. South Points Farmers Market Diverse vendors
including Hope Farm. Food stamps accepted. Located in the Hazelwood Shopping
Center 4148 Taylor Boulevard
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Monday September 4th Labor Day All Metro Council Offices will be Closed for the Labor Day Holiday There will be no residential
garbage, yard waste or recycling collection on Monday within in the Urban
Services District (former Louisville city limits). Regular collections
will be delayed by one day.
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Thursday
September 7th 3:00 – 7:00pm Teachers’ Night Open House at The Little
Loomhouse Educators, come enjoy a festive evening at the
Little Loomhouse and learn about
opportunities for your classroom. For
details call 502-367-4792.
328 Kenwood Hill Rd.
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Thursday
September 7th 7:30 pm Garrison Keillor's Prairie Home
"Love and Comedy" Tour Doors
Open 6:30 pm 1080
Amphitheater Rd. For Tickets go to www.ticketfly.com
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Saturday September 9th
8:00 am – 12 noon Beechmont Farmers Market Local produce, vendor booths, live music/entertainment and more in
the parking lot at Southern Parkway & W. Wellington Ave.
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Saturday
September 9th 12:30 –
2:00pm Intro to Weaving Ages 15 & up Create
hand woven projects. Cost $25, all supplies included. To register in advance call
(502)-367-4792 or email thelittleloomhouse@gmail.com. 328 Kenwood Hill Rd.
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Saturday
September 9th 2:30 – 4:00pm
Intro to Spinning Ages 13 & up Learn how to turn
fiber into yarn on a drop spindle. Cost $25, all supplies included. To
register in advance call (502)-367-4792 or email thelittleloomhouse@gmail.com. 328 Kenwood Hill Rd.
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Saturday
September 9th 7:00pm The
Louisville Orchestra in Concert at the Iroquois Amphitheater Free Admission Donations Welcomed. Doors open at 6:00pn 1080
Amphitheater Rd.
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Sunday September 10th 10:00 am - 2:00pm South Points Farmers Market Diverse
vendors including Hope Farm. Food stamps
accepted. Located in the Hazelwood Shopping
Center 4148 Taylor Boulevard
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Sunday
September 10th 8:00pm Foster The People with Frederick the Younger at the Iroquois
Amphitheater Doors
open at 6:00pm 1080 Amphitheater Rd. For tickets go to www.ticketfly.com
 Has your church, school, or business participated in one of
Brightisde's numerous volunteer events in the last year? Do you know an
outstanding youth leader who has led a cleanup or worked to incorporate green
practices at their school? How about a young professional who has been at
the forefront of organizing their co-workers to give back to the community
through tree plantings or other Brightside events?
If you answered "yes" to any of these questions then
take a few moments to nominate that person for one of the newly announced
Brightside Awards! Nominations are open now but will close at
midnight on Friday, September 8th so don't delay!
Nominations
open for the following categories:
Community Awards
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The Fred Wiche Volunteer of the
Year Award will honor one outstanding volunteer for their
demonstration of Brightside’s core mission, “to unite community members in
clean and green activities that beautify and foster pride in our community
through volunteerism, planting, sustainability, and education.”
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The Brightside One Bright City
Award - Community Group This
award will recognize a community group who, in addition to contributing
many hours, demonstrate outstanding passion and commitment and are
instrumental to Brightside's activities, programs, and mission.
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The Brightside Green Acorn
Award for Outstanding Youth Leadership recognizes
that youth volunteers are not only the leaders of tomorrow – they are the
leaders of today. We will recognize one outstanding young leader.
Corporate Awards
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The Mayor’s Brightside Award
for Outstanding Corporate Engagement
will recognize a company that shows an exemplary overall approach to
corporate volunteering and community engagement through Brightside and its
mission.
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The Brightside One Bright
Future Award will
recognize an exceptional individual who is an emerging leader in his or
her business or profession, who gives back to the community through or
with Brightside and who clearly serves as a role model for both young men
and women personally and professionally.
For more information
or to nominate someone please visit our website at www.brightsideinc.org today!
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 The Louisville Metro Housing Department has an
"EMERGENCY REPAIR PROGRAM"
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA:
- Must be owner
occupied for at least one year.
- Not available on
rental property.
- Must meet income
guidelines (See Intake staff)
- May receive
assistance once in a five year period.
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Louisville-Jefferson County only!
TYPES OF REPAIRS
- Furnace Repair
or replacement (October-April only)
- A/C Unit- Repair
or replacement (Requires medical statement, Available May-Sept. only)
- Electrical
repairs/upgrades.
- Water Line
repairs/replacement.
- Sewer Line
repairs/replacement.
- Water Heater
repair/replacement, Gas or Electric.
- Gas Line leaks.
For further information contact Jackie Wilson-Rudy at
502-574-5850 or Jacqueline.Wilson-rudy@louisvilleky.gov
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 Sept. 7 and 14, WeCare Energy Efficiency Overview
Call 1-800-356-5467 for more information. Representatives from the
WeCare Program at LG&E will be on hand to talk with interested persons
about energy efficiency, energy usage and tips to reduce utility bills. WeCare
staff can also help determine if households are eligible for a variety of free
services including air duct sealing and insulation, attic and wall insulation,
programmable thermostats and much more.
- Sept. 7, First
Neighborhood Place, 1503 Rangeland Rd. (T. J. Middle School in the W.D.
Bruce Building – door #24), 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
- Sept. 14, South Central
Neighborhood Place, 4255 Hazelwood Ave., 10 a.m. – noon
Sept. 5 and 14, A Healthy Journey for Two Educational
Baby
For more information and RSVP, contact Mendy Mason at 502-341-5400 or
via email at Melynda.Mason@centerstone.org.
Join us at to explore the do’s and don’ts of a healthy pregnancy in a free, fun
setting. Seven Counties and KIDSNow Plus will host an educational baby
shower to share information on how to care for yourself and your baby while
being pregnant. Pregnant attendees receive a baby tote filled with baby items
and a gas/gift card, with more chances to win prizes like gift/layette set(s),
bottle sets and more. Fathers are welcome.
- Sept. 5, South Central Neighborhood Place, 4255
Hazelwood Ave., 1 – 3 p.m.
- Sept. 14, First Neighborhood Place, 1503 Rangeland Rd.,
1 – 3 p.m.
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Sept. 6 and 20, Legal Aid Office Hours at
South Central Neighborhood Place, 10 a.m.
- 12 p.m.
Located at 4255 Hazelwood Ave. Call 485-7130 for more information. A Legal Aid
Society staff member will be on hand to answer questions, talk about cases that
Legal Aid handles and provide referrals.
Sept. 11 and 19, Sodexo Hiring Opportunities at
South Central Neighborhood Place, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Located at 4255 Hazelwood Ave. Call 574-4516 for more
information. Sodexo, a food-service agency, will provide on-the-spot
interviews for positions with Jewish Hospital, Our Lady of Peace and University
of Louisville Hospital. Bring your resume and be prepared for an interview.
This is one of Sodexo’s busiest hiring seasons. Stop by if you are
looking for employment that can lead to a full-time or part-time position.
- Sept. 11, South Central Neighborhood Place, 4255
Hazelwood Ave., 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Call 574-4516 for more information
- Sept. 19, Thomas Jefferson Middle School, 1503
Rangeland Rd., 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Call 313-4700 for more information.
Sept. 19 and 27, Community Dental Care
Information Sessions
Call 502-366-4442 for more information. Community Dental Care is a
full-service dental organization designed to increase access to health care in
communities with the goal of improving the overall health of the population.
Representatives will be on site to provide information about services offered
and to assist in scheduling appointments for dental needs or for pediatric
health needs.
- Sept. 19, South Central
Neighborhood Place, 4255 Hazelwood Ave., 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Sept. 19, Diabetes Self-Management Class Series
at First Neighborhood Place, 1 - 2:30 pm.
Located at 1503 Rangeland Rd. Registration required by calling
574-6663. Whether you are recently diagnosed or have been diabetic for
years and need a refresher, this class is for you. Topics covered will include
what are diabetes, glucose monitoring, problem solving, healthy eating,
medication management, sick day management, healthy exercise, and goal
setting. Sponsored by Louisville Metro Public Health and Wellness.
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 IMAGINE Greater Louisville 2020 is providing a
competitive call for proposal process, made possible by Metro Louisville and
the Louisville Metro Council, to implement the vision and priorities laid out
in the Imagine 2020 plan.
This process will distribute $250,000 in
grants with a portion of these dollars allocated to fund small grants (less
than $5,000) and the remaining funds supporting larger projects.
Information sessions for potential applicants
will be held on the following dates;
September
6, 6 p.m.
- California Community Center
- 1600 West Saint Catherine Street
September
7, 9:30 a.m.
- Southwest Regional Library
- 9725 Dixie Highway
Deadline to Apply September 25 at 11:59 p.m. EST
Eligibility – Individuals, Organizations, Groups,
Partnerships interested in advancing the priorities of the plan.
Website: http://imaginegreaterlou.org/proposals/
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Month-long Exhibit of Artist David McDonley’s Work in the Lou Tate Gallery
Saturday September 2nd - 30th Exhibit
Saturday
September 2nd 11:00am-4:00pm Opening Reception with the Artist showing and talking about his work.
Free and open to the public, light refreshments will be served.
Thursday
September 7th 3:00 – 7:00pm Teachers’ Night Open House at The Little
Loomhouse Educators, come enjoy a festive evening at the
Little Loomhouse and learn about
opportunities for your classroom.
Call 367-4792 or email us at thelittleloomhouse@gmail.com to
register & for information.
328 Kenwood Hill RD.
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LMPD Youth Chat Thursday September 21,
2017 6:00 p.m. - 7:30
p.m. Beechmont Community
Center
This month our
Youth Chat series with LMPD will take place at the Beechmont Community Center on Thursday
September 21, 2017 to engage our young people in public discussion. Youth 25
& under can chat with local law enforcement officials from the 4th Division CSU unit to
establish better relationships and a mutual understanding on issues and
topics within the community. Learn more about what our officers do and ask them
a variety of questions about their job duties as a Louisville Metro Police
Officer. Meeting will begin at 6 p.m.
This event
is FREE. For
questions please call (502)
361-5484.
 Saturday September 2nd 8:00pm An Evening with the U of L Dance Theater
Both contemporary and classic ballets choreographed especially for the Dance Theatre. Doors open at 7:00pm Suggested donation $5. 1080 Amphitheater Rd.
Thursday, September 7th Show begins at 7:30 p.m. Garrison Keillor's Prairie Home "Love and Comedy" Tour
On tour this summer with Fred Newman, Rich Dworsky & the Road Hounds, and Heather Masse and Aoife O'Donovan! The Prairie Home "Love & Comedy Tour." is two-plus hours of stories, love duets, Guy Noir, Cowboys, poetic outbursts, and our famous Singing Intermission at which
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 the Eager & Able-Bodied stand and sing around the campfire.
- Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. night of the show.
- Click here to purchase tickets to this show.
Louisville’s premier orchestra will close out their current season with a sneak preview of their next season! Celebrate the 80th Anniversary Season with a FREE Preview Concert open to the public
- Note: Donations are welcome
- Doors open at 6:00 p.m.
- Iroquois Amphitheater 1080 Amphitheater Rd.
For more details please call (502) 368-5865.
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Sunday September 10th 8:00pm Foster The People with Frederick the Younger
Iroquois Amphitheater Doors open at 6:00pm 1080 Amphitheater Rd. For tickets go to www.ticketfly.com
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Saturday September 16th Beginning at 1:00 p.m. Family Kite
Festival Riverside, the Farnsley-Moremen Landing
Join us for FREE family fun at Riverside, the Farnsley-Moremen Landing for
a day of music, fun activities and kites in the sky! Performances
by
- Chicago Fire Kite Team
- Pigs Aloft Stationary Kites
- Stilt Walkers
- Make Your Own Kite Activity, Games, Food Vendors and
Free Tours of the Farnsley-Moremen House!
- 7410 Moorman Road
To learn more about this event please call (502) 935-6809.
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The
Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP) provides income eligible
seniors with $28 in checks per season to purchase fresh, unprocessed, locally
grown fruits, vegetables and herbs at nine area approved farmers markets. Apply
at any Neighborhood Place (click here for locations), Dosker Manor
Apartments, Dare to Care at 3360 Commerce Center Place, or Louisville Metro
Health and Wellness at 400 East Gray Street. Click here for more details on the
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 Louisville
has a new Farmers Market Association (LFMA). The purpose of the new
association is to support farmers markets, farmers and local food producers to
promote access to a healthy and sustainable food system. LFMA does this by
providing assistance such as marketing, financial advice, vendor and volunteer
recruitment to increase the capacity of farmers markets. It also helps to
facilitate better access to healthy fruits and vegetables for everyone by
helping the markets support SNAP (food stamps) participants through the Double Dollars Program and Free EBT Equipment and seniors
through the Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program.
Beechmont Open Air Market
- 4574 S. 3rd Street
40214
- PAYMENT: Cash, Senior Vouchers (SFMNP)
- June 10 - October 7 SATURDAYS
- 8:00 am - Noon
- Find Us on Facebook
at Beechmont Open Air Market
South Points Farmers
Market
- 4148 Taylor Boulevard
- PAYMENT: Cash, Credit Card,
SNAP
- May 7 - September 24 SUNDAYS
- 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
- www.facebook.com/spfmky
Southwest Farmers Market
Sun-Valley Fresh Stop
Market
For a list of all of the
Farmers Markets and Fresh Stops in Louisville Metro, please visit the website
here: https://louisvilleky.gov/sites/default/files/final_printed_lfma_local_food_resource_guide.pdf.
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Saturday September 16th Begins at 6:00 p.m. Tails on Trails Jefferson Memorial
Forest
Join us for our new "Tails on Trails"
Adopt-a-Dog hike series to help adoptable dogs find a forever home. Our
experienced Volunteers along with LMAS Staff and some adoptable dogs introduce
participants to the Jefferson Memorial Forest and Metro Parks
Natural Areas.
- Free to the public
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Location: Paul Yost
Recreation Area Easy 2.4 mile hike. Coral Ridge
Trail
- Hike moderate pace with a few stops along the way to
interact and catch our breaths.
- If you bring your own dog, they must remain on a leash
and have good manners.
- For more info please contact JMF Welcome Center at
(502) 368-5404.
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 Alley Cat Advocates can help get outdoor cats fixed and vaccinated at NO COST TO YOU!
Cat Caretakers living in the following Jefferson County zip codes 40208, 40209, 40213, 40214, 40215, 40216, 40217, 40219, 40258 and 40272 are eligible for spay/neuter services for unowned community cats, They will be vaccinated, spayed/neutered, treated for flea and ear-mite medicine, given a great vet visit, ear-tipped (the universal symbol of a neutered cat) and returned.
When there are no more kittens; the number of cats gradually goes down and annoying behaviors such as yowling, fighting, spraying stop.
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17STREETS1023 Holiday Towers Blvd HOLIDAY TOWERS BLVD 40213
CD: 21 8/14/2017 8:46:12AM 08/30/2017 Jay Luckett
A street name change application to change a
section of Holiday Towers Blvd to Airport Park Blvd.
17MINORPLAT1094 450 Downes Terrace 450 DOWNES TER
40214 CD: 21 8/14/2017 10:11:08AM 08/30/2017 CHASTITY WHITE
A minor subdivision plat to consolidate lots
and shift property lines on 2.779 acres in the
17CUP1043 Behar Cafe-Outdoor Alcohol 282 EVANGELINE AVE
40214 CD: 21 8/14/2017 10:32:51AM 08/30/2017 Brian Mabry
Conditional use permit for outdoor alcohol
consumption for approximately 300 square feet on a 2.72 acre property in the
C-1 zoning district
17CUP1055 4520 Polar Level Rd 4520 POPLAR LEVEL RD
40213 CD: 21 08/18/2017 09/06/2017 JON CRUMBIE
A modified CUP to allow an 85,00 sf
pari-mutuel wagering facility in the R-1 zoning district.
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