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The following will be closed from 7pm on Wednesday, November 8th until 7pm on Monday, November 13th.
- Liberty Street between 2nd and 3rd Streets
The Liberty Street closure will be in effect 24 hours per day for all vehicular traffic between 2nd and 3rd Streets.
Sidewalks in the area will be closed, including both the North and South sides of Liberty Street between 2nd and 3rd Streets, during the crane removal process.
VETERANS DAY PARADE
Event starts at 11am.
The following streets will be closed from 9am-2pm
Main Street from First Street
to Sixth Street
- Clark Memorial Bridge (2nd
Street Bridge)
- Second Street from Main Street
to Market Street
- Third Street from River Road to
Market Street
- Fourth Street from Main Street
to Market Street
- Fifth Street from Market Street
to Main Street
- Sixth Street from River Road to
Market Street
- Washington Street from Sixth
Street to Seventh Street
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What a pleasure it was to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory by attending the ribbon cutting of the May Hillerich Pocket park directly across from Meyzeek Middle School. The park is named in honor of Mary Hillerich, sister of Bud Hillerich, creator of the Louisville Slugger, who played a critical role in the early success and growth of the company.
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Charlie
Johnson was honored for his lifetime legacy of work and commitment to West
Louisville. Congratulations!
Clest Lanier proudly displays
honorary street sign.
David Tandy and Charlie Johnson
share a great monument at the 2nd Annual UofL Signature Partnership West
Louisville Economic Development Forum.
Rev.
David Snardon and Nay Trabue attended the forum to share success stories and
hear from others. Thank you!
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LouCity's team came to visit!
Beat the Swope Park Rangers!
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We had such a great time at the official “After Party” of South Fourth
Street’s annual Dia de los Muertos, Day of the Dead event on 4th Street Live!
Thank you el Jimado for helping us perform the "World's Largest Toast!"
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Zach
Lindsey and his sister were all smiles at Kentucky Center for the Performing Arts
because their mom, Ramona, performed with Louisville Orchestra
Ramona Lindsey is our hero!
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Mary
Sullivan is a living legend and now retired after 42 years at Metro United Way.
Thank you!
American Red Cross retiree
attended Mary Sullivan’s retirement celebration at Metro United Way.
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We had a fabulous time at the Annual Yearlings Club Event. It's always great to spend time with old friends.
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It was so cool to meet everyone was at the ribbon cutting at the Hilton Home2Suites.
Management
Team at Home2 Suites by Hilton Louisville NuLu on Hancock Street.
Welcome to Louisville - we’re glad
you’re here.
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Congratulations Pastor Austin Newberry and First Lutheran Church on its 145th Church Anniversary! |
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Justin
Constantine is a retired lieutenant colonel in the United States Marine Corps
and a former attorney. He deployed to Iraq as a Civil Affairs officer attached
to a Marine infantry battalion for Operation Iraqi Freedom. He spoke in
Louisville during Salute to Veterans.
William Roby and Hank Patton
represent USA Cares, Inc. They sponsored guest speaker Justin Constantine. Thank you for
assisting military families in crisis.
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Project One is helping more that 400 youth get on-the-job
training. Hire a young person today!
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Citizen
Soldiers helping District 4!
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Join Community Ventures for
the 2017 9 Over the 9 Homeownership Conference at LCCC’s Old Walnut Street
Development, 1300 West Muhammad Ali Boulevard. Presented by Community Ventures
and the Concerned Pastors of Russell, the conference will showcase
homeownership opportunities in the Russell Neighborhood. Complimentary
breakfast and lunch will be provided. The event is free, but please register to
attend by clicking here.
Connecting
Conversations: What To Do - Moving Forward With Action
Saturday,
November 11th 12:00 p.m.- 3:00 p.m.
This workshop is for ALL
citizens who want to help conceive and implement creative, actionable solutions
to positively revitalize Louisville neighborhoods. 1619 Flux, located at 1619
West Main Street, will use input from "Connecting Conversations" to
help motivated participants turn their ideas into action plans or to connect
with an established neighborhood initiative. Program begins at 12:30 p.m. and
lunch will be provided. For more information or to RSVP, click here.
Sheppard
Park Improvements Groundbreaking
Monday,
November 13th 11:30 a.m.
Join Vision Russell staff,
Mayor Greg Fischer and Councilwoman Barbara Sexton Smith as we break ground on
a new spray ground at the historic Sheppard Park, 1601 Magazine Street. The
spray ground is part of a number of improvements being made within the park
funded by Louisville Metro Government (LMG) and the Choice Neighborhood Action
Grant from the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) that was
awarded to the Louisville Metro Housing Authority in June, 2016. For more
information about the Action Grant, click here.
Russell
Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy Area (NRSA) Community Awareness Event
Tuesday,
November 14th 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Join the Resilience and
Community Services Microenterprise Team at Louisville Central Community
Centers, 1300 W Muhammad Ali Blvd., for a community awareness event for Russell
NRSA activities. This event will provide information about the NRSA
microenterprise, small business loan and home repair programs. For more
information, please call (502) 574-5850.
Russell
Neighborhood Association Meeting
Tuesday,
November 28th 6:00 p.m.- 7:00 p.m.
Join your Russell neighbors
at the Oak and Acorn Intergenerational Center, 631 South 28th Street, the
monthly Russell Neighborhood Association meeting. For more information, please
contact Jackie Floyd at Jackief@centerforneighborhoods.org.
Please visit our website at www.VisionRussell.org for updates, events and much more!
Click here to view the September issue of the Vision Russell
Newsletter.
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Smoketown Family Wellness Center is accepting applications for the position of FAMILY COACH!
The Family Coach is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with five or more years of experience.
If you are interested, please contact smoketownfwc@gmail.com for more information!
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The Russell Homeownership Incentive Program is an excellent way to move into a neighborhood rich with history and a wonderful housing stock. Louisville Metro Government (LMG) is placing a priority on incentivizing homeownership in an effort to further stabilize the Russell neighborhood.
Criteria:
- Committed to keeping the home as your primary residence for five years.
- Excited about making up to $24,999 in qualified improvements to your home.
- Willing to complete homeownership counseling, if a first-time homebuyer.
- Willing to conduct a lead inspection on the property if it was built prior to 1978.
For more information, please contact Donnie Adkins at (502) 574-8020.
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 Louisville Metro Government together with the Commission on Public Art is seeking submissions from emerging and professional poets for Love in the Street.
Louisville residents can submit original poems for a chance to earn a $100 stipend and have their poem stamped into a city sidewalk on 4th Street.
Love in the Street is a project by local poet and artist Lance Newman to curate a selection of poems by local poets and stamp them in a newly laid concrete sidewalk on 4th Street, between Chestnut and Broadway. The sidewalk stamps will be implemented through a public infrastructure project in 2018.
Love in the Street poems will be place-based and adhere to a theme of "Love and Admiration." Poets are asked to consider the existence of love in their city. How did they first fall in love with the city of Louisville? Their answers will be poetic summarizations of the admiration they have for the city and the places that mean the most to them. Whether deeply abstract or satirically literal, Love in the Street supports the writing prowess of Louisville residents while simultaneously providing a collective public artwork built into the streetscape.
Love in the Street reminds our citizens and visitors alike that love is a universal concept and a love for the place where you live is inherent in our lives. The experience will remind us that artists living in our city can influence and affect compassion. Love in The Street inspires the writer within us all and fosters admiration for the poet and city alike.
Love in the Street poems will be selected by Newman, working in collaboration with the Commission on Public Art and Louisville Metro Government. Up to 20 poems will be selected for the project.
Submission guidelines:
- You must be a resident of Louisville/Jefferson County. All residents of any age are eligible. Poems may be submitted by individual poets or a collaborative.
- Each applicant is required to submit one poem. Up to three submissions is optional. Text and subject matter must be appropriate for the general public. Poems may be written in any language but an English translation is needed for review. Poems must be original work by the applicant.
- Poems cannot exceed 8 lines, 39 characters per line, including spaces.
- All entries are reviewed by the lead artist through a blind selection process.
- Up to 20 selected poets will receive a $100 stipend and installation of their poems in the sidewalk. Poets’ names will be credited on the city website, not in the sidewalk. Some selected poems may receive editing suggestions.
- The deadline for submissions is November 17.
For more information Click Here
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 Passport’s Health and Well-Being Campus and the Republic Bank Foundation YMCA present Community Conversation Chestnut Street Family YMCA - 930 W. Chestnut Street Tuesday, November 28th - 5:30-7:30 pm 5:30 - Light meal served ** 5:45 -Presentation/discussion 6:45 - Community feedback and networking
You’re invited to a neighborhood meeting to discuss the progress of the new YMCA and the Passport Health Plan campus in West Louisville. Together, these projects create a health and well-being destination that brings community resources together at 18th and Broadway. We’ll review feedback from the June 1st neighborhood meeting, share how this input has shaped the projects, and continue gathering your input. Please join us!
Leaders from MSD and TARC will also be available to provide information on happenings that are bringing additional programs and services to the surrounding neighborhood. Please join us to share your thoughts.
Free child care and homework help provided by the YMCA. Please RSVP at: http://passportwellbeing.com or by calling: 502.585.7301
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 LIHEAP Early Registration
Louisville Metro Office of Resilience and Community Services' LIHEAP Program is a federally funded program that provides financial assistance to help low-income residents pay utility bills. The Subsidy component of LIHEAP will begin November 6, 2017.
Pre-registration opportunities for the Subsidy Program will be offered during October for those residents who are on a fixed income, and who are elderly (age 60 or over) or disabled receiving social security, SSI, pension or Black Lung benefits.
Click here for a downloadable flyer that you can share with eligible residents.
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The public comment period is 30 days after the announcement is printed in the Courier Journal. If you chose to voice your opinion, letters must be mailed to: Alcohol Beverage Control Board 1003 Twilight Drive Frankfort, KY 40601.
Attached, please find a New Location memo and Courier Journal Legal announcement for a Quota Retail Liquor by the Drink, NQ4 Retail Malt Beverage by the Drink, Sunday Liquor by the Drink, and 2 a.m. Extended Drink Hours license(s) being applied for, located at 411 W. Chestnut St., Louisville, KY. 40202. The ad ran in The Courier Journal Wednesday, October 11, 2017.
Attached, please find a New Location memo and Courier Journal Legal announcement for an NQ1 Retail Drink license being applied for, located at 400 S. 2nd Street / 210 W. Liberty Street, Louisville, KY. 40202. The ad ran in The Courier Journal Wednesday, October 18, 2017.
Attached, please find a New Location memo and Courier Journal Legal announcement for a Quota Retail Liquor license being applied for, located at 829 W. Main Street, Louisville, KY. 40202. The ad ran in The Courier Journal Saturday, October 28, 2017.
Notice of Application for Demolition Permit of Historic Structure
The Office of Planning Permitting and Design--Construction Review has received a demolition permit application for the property listed below:
Case Number: WR1040678
The above reference property is listed or potentially eligible for listing in The National Register of Historic Places.
Per LMCO (150.110), the requested demolition permit can be issued on the following date: 11/26/17
For additional information regarding this application visit the website: https://louisvilleky.gov/government/construction-review
or contact Mike Beard, Plan Review Supervisor at 574-3321 or
Cynthia Johnson, Metro Historic Preservation Officer at 574-2868.
Louisville Metro Develop Louisville, Office of Planning Permitting and Design--Construction Review
444 S. Fifth Street, Suite 100, Louisville, Kentucky 40202-4313
Maintenance Electrician I
Under supervision, inspects and troubleshoots electrical, electronic and pneumatic systems, components and equipment. Maintains, and repairs electrical circuits and related instruments and equipment. Calibrates, maintains and repairs electronic instruments, recording devices and systems including programmable systems incorporating microchip technology. Performs all aspects of electrical construction and maintenance.
Laborer/General Maintenance
Under direct supervision, performs physical, unskilled tasks associated with Collections System operations and maintenance.
To apply, please visit MSD's website.
Jobs for Felons
Exoffenders.net has compiled a frequently-updated list of felon-friendly employers. If you’re an ex-offender looking for work, try some of these companies. Also, please note that just because a company is listed here does not mean you have a 100% chance of landing the job. It’s not a list of jobs for felons you’ll definitely get.
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MSD openings for the
following positions:
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Control Systems
Technician
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Engineer I/II (2
positions)
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Regulatory Compliance & Asset Management Analyst I/II/II
or Senior Analyst
For position descriptions, pay
information, and to apply please visit our website: http://www.louisvillemsd.org/Careers
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 Programs ramp up efforts to move properties from vacancy into productive use
The Louisville Metro Vacant & Public Property Administration (VPPA) today announced three new programs designed to more rapidly move vacant properties back into productive use. All eligible properties are owned by the Landbank Authority, a cooperative effort by the city of Louisville, Commonwealth of Kentucky and Jefferson County Public Schools (main taxing authorities) that acquires, manages and sells distressed and unimproved properties to responsible property owners who can increase property values and stimulate the tax base.
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The three new programs are:
Last Look
Because VPPA uses demolition as a last resort, the Last Look program strives to provide an opportunity for buyers to rehab demolition candidates. All future demolition candidates will be a part of this 60-day program, which involves two phases — Save the Structure and Demo for Deed. Throughout the first 30 days, a buyer may Save the Structure and acquire it by demonstrating proof of funds and committing to making exterior and structural renovations within 6 months and interior renovations within 18 months. During the second 30 days, if no one has committed to rehabbing the structure, a buyer may Demo for Deed -- purchasing the property if they can show proof of funds to demolish the structure within 45 days.
Cut It, Keep It
This program allows a property owner to acquire a vacant lot for $500 if they agree to maintain it and pay property taxes for at least three years prior to selling it. The buyer may develop the lot themselves within three years, with approval. To be eligible to acquire a vacant Landbank lot through Cut It Keep It, the buyer must own an occupied structure on the same block as the vacant lot. Cut It, Keep It is designed to encourage neighborhood redevelopment by incentivizing neighbors to play an active role in the revitalization of their block.
New Flex Rate Policy
This initiative is for buyers interested in purchasing a Landbank Authority-owned lot who have detailed plans to develop the lot but don’t yet have the money to complete the work. The goal of the program is to increase the pool of potential buyers by easing the prerequisites for eligibility. Previously, vacant lots were available for purchase only by buyers with proof of funds to complete the project and a construction timeline. Under the new program, properties will now be available for purchase by buyers with detailed development plans and an itemized budget for the project, even without proof of funds or a construction timeline. Purchase prices vary depending on lot size and proof of funds, ranging from $500 to the assessed value of the property.
Buyers without proof of funds to complete the project will pay a slightly higher up-front cost for the property. The Landbank Authority has about 400 properties in its inventory, about 80 of which are structures.
For more information on all the new programs and to view lists of lots and structures for sale, please visit www.louisvilleky.gov/vacant.
If you would like to purchase a Landbank Authority-owned vacant structure or lot, please call VPPA’s Real Estate Coordinators at 502-574-4200.
Butchertown butchertownpres@gmail.com 1st Tuesday @ 6:00 pm
Germantown Paristown 1094 E. Kentucky St. 396-4836 judithmagrem28@gmail.com 3rd Monday @ 6:00 pm
Irish Hill Neighborhood Association For more information info@irishhillneighbors.org
Original Highlands 1228 E. Breckenridge St 287-3938 driddle121@yahoo.com 3rd Monday @ 6:00 pm
Paristown Pointe 1228 E. Breckinridge St 502-587-1595 jorobinson854@icloud.com 2nd Tuesday @6:30 pm
Phoenix Hill 451 Baxter Avene 583-7133 phoenixhillna@gmail.com 2nd Monday @ 5:30 pm
Portland Now 2503 Montgomery St. 438-0189 larry.stoess@gmail.com 1st Tuesday @ 6:30 pm
Russell Neighborhood -6pm 631 S 28th St. The last Thursday of the month at (502) 389-7004 or email Jackie Floyd
Shelby Park 600 E. Oak Street 417-5336 Shelby Park on Facebook 2nd Thursday @ 6:00 pm
Smoketown 325 E. Kentucky Street 836-7661 666@webberconsulting.org 3rd Monday @ 6:30 pm
South Fourth Street- Jim Reskin, President
November 9- 6pm Shelby Park Neighborhood Association Meeting 600 E. Oak Street
November 11- 10am- Join Community
Ventures for the 2017 9 Over the 9 Homeownership Conference at LCCC’s Old Walnut
Street Development, 1300 West Muhammad Ali Boulevard. Presented by Community
Ventures and the Concerned Pastors of Russell, the conference will showcase
homeownership opportunities in the Russell Neighborhood. Complimentary
breakfast and lunch will be provided. The event is free, but please register to
attend
November 12- 11am Rev. Gerald Joiner's 13 pastoral Anniversary Zion Baptist Church 2200 W. Muhammad Ali Blvd.
November 13- 11:30am New spray ground in Sheppard Park Groundbreaking Sheppard Park, 1601 Magazine Street
November 13- 5:30pm Phoenix Hill Neighborhood Association meeting 1000 E. Liberty Street
November 13- 9pm LouCity Championship Game- Slugger Field
November 14- 6:30pm Russell Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy Area (NRSA) Community Awareness Event Join the Resilience and Community Services Microenterprise Team at Louisville Central Community Centers, 1300 W Muhammad Ali Blvd., for a community awareness event for Russell NRSA activities. This event will provide information about the NRSA microenterprise, small business loan and home repair programs. For more information, please call (502) 574-5850
November 28- 5:30pm Passport’s Health and Well-Being Campus and the Republic Bank Foundation YMCA present Community Conversation Chestnut Street Family YMCA - 930 W. Chestnut Street
Metro Call: 311 or (502) 574-5000
Air Pollution: (502) 574-6000
Animal Services: (502) 363-6609 or (502) 361-1318
Louisville Forward/Economic Development: (502) 574-4140
Planning & Design Services: (502) 574-6230
Community Services & Revitalization: (502) 574-4377
Public Works: (502) 574-5810
TARC: (502) 585-1234
PARC: (502) 569-6222
Legal Aid: (502) 584-1254
IPL (Code Enforcement): (502) 574-3321
Congressman John Yarmuth: (502) 582-5129
Solid Waste Management (SWMS): (502) 574-3571
Metro Parks: (502) 456-8100
Metro Police: (Non Emergency) (502) 574-7111 or (502) 574-2111
LMPD 1st Division: (502) 574-7167
LMPD 2nd Division: (502) 574-2478
LMPD 4th Division: (502) 574-7010
LMPD 5th Division: (502) 574-7636
Anonymous Tipline: (502) 574-LMPD (5673)
Metro Safe: (502) 572-3460 or (502) 574-7111
Vacant & Public Property Administration: (502) 574-4016
Brightside: (502) 574-2613
Master Commissioner Jefferson Circuit Court (Foreclosure Sales): (502) 753-4888
Your State Representative or State Senator: http://www.lrc.ky.gov
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