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 Councilman Rick Blackwell
601 West Jefferson Street
(502) 574-1112
Email Rick
Liz McQuillen
Legislative Aide
(502) 574-1112
Email Liz
Visit the D12 Website
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ATTENTION SOUTHWEST MOTORISTS: The sidewalk improvements and ramp realignment at Dixie Highway & the Watterson Exchange are happening now and an upcoming ramp closure on
Interstate 264 (Watterson Expressway) in Jefferson County is scheduled to begin on Friday, Sept. 22. This closure is part
of a safety improvement project at the exit ramp from westbound I-264 to
northbound US 31W (Dixie Highway) in Shively.
The project will realign the I-264 West ramp to Dixie Highway North (Exit
8B) into a T-intersection, including a traffic signal to safely move vehicles
off the exit. The
new alignment will be for right turns only and will have dual right turn lanes.
To accomplish this work, the exit ramp must closed for a
week and half.
This ramp closure is scheduled to begin at 9 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 22 and
continue through 5 a.m. on Monday, Oct. 2. Motorists will be detoured via I-264
West to Cane Run Road (Exit 5) to I-264 East where they can then access US 31W
North.
In
addition to the ramp improvements, a new sidewalk is being constructed under
the Watterson Expressway on the east side of Dixie Highway. The sidewalk
extends from Heaton Road to Herbert Avenue.
Milestone
Contractors LP of Columbus, Indiana was awarded this contract in the amount of
$724,484. Work is scheduled for completion by November 15, 2017.
The
date and duration of this work may be adjusted if inclement weather or other
unforeseen delays occur.
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Join
Councilman Blackwell on Saturday, September 23rd for an informal discussion on the
topics, issues, concerns and suggestions you have for District 12 and Southwest
Louisville. Stop by Panera Bread on Dixie Highway, anytime
between 10:00 am - noon to speak directly with Councilman Blackwell and have a
cup of coffee on him!
WHEN: Saturday, September 23rd, 10
am - Noon
WHERE: Panera Bread, 6900 Dixie Highway
For more information,
contact the District 12 office at 502.574.1112 or liz.mcquillen@louisvilleky.gov.
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The Louisville Metro Police Foundation and the River City FOP Lodge No. 614 will host a benefit for the family of Officer Nick Rodman to honor his memory and provide for his family.
There are several ticket options for you to support:
- Single Adult Ticket - $25 - includes reserved seating, dinner, cash bar, free parking and a thank you gift
- 8 Person Table - $200 - includes reserved seating for 8, dinner, cash bar, free parking
- General Admission - $10 - includes general seating, dinner, cash bar, and free parking.
Purchase your tickets to support the Rodman Family here.
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 The annual cruises from Riverview Park are set to sail on Sunday October 29th. This year, we are excited to offer cruises from Louisville’s newest riverboat, the Mary M. Miller!
This is a free event but seating is limited. To reserve your spot, you can stop by Southwest Community Ministries at 8504 Terry Road during their regular business hours. A $5 suggested minimum donation per seat will reserve your spot. Those wanting to attend can also board the day of the event on a first-come, first-served basis. Cruises are at 1:30 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. with boarding beginning one half hour before each.
WHEN: Sunday, October 29th at 1:30 & 4:00 pm
WHERE: Riverview Park (formerly known as Greenwood Boat Docks), 8202 Greenwood Road
Please contact our District 12 office at 574-1112 for more details. We hope that you can check out Louisville’s beautiful new riverboat and help us support the Southwest Community Ministries!
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 Meet Whitley! This two-year-old girl came into the
shelter as a stray. There are so many new sounds and smells that Whitley is
very anxious at the shelter. It doesn’t take long for Whitley to warm up to
those willing to show her affection. She loves having her head stroked. Will
you be the hero that eases Whitley’s anxiety? She has been microchipped, spayed
and vaccinated. Adopt this sweet girl today at the at the LMAS Animal House Adoption Center
(3516 Newburg Rd.). The adoption center is open from noon to 6pm Tuesday
through Thursday, noon - 7pm on Fridays, and noon - six on Saturday and Sunday.
Call 502-473-PETS or email AnimalServicesAdoption@louisvilleky.gov
for more information. Whitley is FREE to an approved adopter!
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 Meet Gypsy!
This beautiful three-year-old girl is declawed and very cute. She would love to
get out of the shelter and be a part of your loving home. She has been
microchipped, spayed and vaccinated. Adopt Gypsy at the LMAS Animal House
Adoption Center (3516 Newburg Rd). The adoption center is open from noon to 6pm
Tuesday through Thursday, noon - 7pm on Fridays, and noon - six on Saturday and
Sunday. Call 502-473-PETS or email AnimalServicesAdoption@louisvilleky.gov
for more information.
Visit the LMAS website here for more information and a full list of all the adorable adoptable animals who need loving homes.
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 For more information about the event or to purchase tickets, visit the website here.
 Southwest
Breast Cancer Awareness Group (“SWBCAG”) is a grass roots organization of women who
are breast cancer survivors, friends, and family, who raise funds to support
women and families dealing with breast cancer.
Our goal is to support early detection and awareness of breast
cancer. Our support group, “Connections,” brings women together for
support after their diagnosis of breast cancer. We actively partner with other
organizations to support our community and raise funds.
Many
dollars are needed to support our educational efforts for our community and to
assist breast cancer patients and their families. We are holding the 19th annual
golf scramble at Sun Valley Golf Course on Sunday, September 24, 2017, which is
our major fundraiser.
We
are asking for support from our business community friends for this very
important endeavor. Specifically, you
can help us by sponsoring a hole for a donation of $100 or providing an item or
gift card for a door prize.
The
Southwest Breast Cancer Awareness Group is a non-profit organization, and all donations are tax-deductible. If you
need any additional information or would like to have a donation picked up,
please contact Joyce Atcher at 502-693-8400 or by email at joyce.atcher@twc.com.
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The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service, through
their EQIP Program, is taking applications for Seasonal High Tunnel Systems
that allow for extending the growing season of vegetable gardening
operations. These plastic covered
systems are efforts by USDA and the Jefferson County Soil & Water
Conservation District to increase the seasonal production of locally grown
fruits and vegetables. The Soil and Water Conservation District received a
grant to help support the USDA effort by extending this opportunity to urban
gardeners, non-profits and churches.
For
more information on the program and how to apply, contact Kurt Mason @ (859)
490-0113 or kurt.mason@ky.usda.gov.
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 Attention all LOCAL & INDEPENDENT businesses in South Louisville!
Join us for the South Points Buy Local Fair!
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 8
12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Iroquois Amphitheater
To sign up for a booth:
Visit www.keeplouisvilleweird/southpoints or contact Jennifer Rubenstein (502-473-4687, jennifer@keeplouisvilleweird.com)
Free for LIBA members, $25 for non members.
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 The Southwest Community Festival is the largest one-day event in Southwest Jefferson County. To highlight a few of the wonderful activities the all-volunteer committee plans are:
TODDLER TOWN is a free area designed just for the pre-school and younger aged children
KIDS' CITY has inflatables, arts & crafts, and games that speak to all energetic pre-teens
TEEN TOWN features games and entertainment that young adults will enjoy
SENIOR TENT is a wealth of resources and activities for our senior population
And for the entire family . . . LIVE Entertainment, River City Street Rods Car Show, arts & craft booths, and food vendors round out this beautiful fall Saturday filled with fun for all ages.
FESTIVAL TIME: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
PLACE: SUN VALLEY PARK, 6505 BETHANY LANE
FEATURED ENTERTAINMENT: LOUISVILLE CRASHERS
http://www.swcf-ky.org/ 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
FEATURED EVENTS:
- 19th Annual River City Street Rods Car Show
- Community Breakfast (8 am - 11 am)
PARKING: $5
SERVICE ANIMALS ONLY!
For more information, visit the Southwest Festival website at http://www.swcf-ky.org/.
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 Below is a list of projects overseen by the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet happening in Southwest Louisville.
US 31W (Dixie Highway) Sidewalk Improvements & Ramp Realignment: Lane closures and delays possible between Heaton Road and Herbert Avenue (mile markers 14.4 to 14.9) due to preparation for sidewalk improvements. Lane closures are possible weekdays from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. Ramp Closure scheduled for September 22nd - October 2nd (see above story for more information).
US 31W (Dixie Highway) Paving: Lane closures and traffic shifts in place between Bethany Lane and Stonestreet Road (mile markers 7.7 to 9.7) due to installation of drainage boxes, curbs and gutters. Additional lane closures are possible weeknights in the northbound lanes from 9:00 p.m. until 6:00 a.m. and in the southbound lanes from 9:00 p.m. until 8:00 a.m. Lane closures are also possible on weekends from 9:00 p.m. on Friday until 10:00 a.m. on Saturday and from 9:00 p.m. on Saturday until 10:00 a.m. on Sunday.
For questions or concerns about the paving work on South Dixie, please contact Will Nolan at william.nolan@ky.gov or Sherri Smith
(502) 955-5436.
Log on to goky.ky.gov for the latest in statewide traffic and travel information in the Commonwealth of Kentucky.
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 The following is a list of permits and notices from Louisville Metro public works for lane and sidewalk closures, utility cuts, street closures and oversize load notices in the Metro area.
2611 Lower Hunters Trace - Louisville Water Company has been
issued Permit Number 17RW3608 to close one driving lane for utility
cuts. Permit is valid from July 24, 2017 through September 30, 2017.
5101 Graston Avenue - Louisville Water Company
has been issued Permit Number 17RW3607 to close one driving lane to
install water line. Permit is valid from August 14, 2017 through October 13, 2017.
For more details or to see
additional permitted work throughout Metro Louisville, visit the map here.
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