District 12 eNewsletter - March 21, 2018

District 12
Rick Blackwell

Councilman Rick Blackwell
601 West Jefferson Street
(502) 574-1112
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Liz McQuillen
Legislative Aide
(502) 574-1112
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Metro Animal Services' Pets of the Week: Mark Wahlbark and Marvin!

Mark Wahlbark

Mark Wahlbark, MALE DOG

Mark Wahlbark has model good looks and an adorable smile! The one-year old Australian Shepherd mix can be shy, but warms up quickly.  Characteristic of the herding breed, Mark Wahlbark is active, agile and intelligent.  He knows basic commands.  Mark Wahlbark would love a home with plenty of room to run and explore. His ideal forever family would be familiar with herding breeds with older, dog savvy kids. Mark Wahlbark’s adoption fee is waived with an approved application thanks to the Pay It Forward Program.  He's neutered, microchip and up-to-date on vaccinations. To adopt Mark Wahlbark, visit Animal House Adoption Center located at 3516 Newburg rd. Tuesday-Sunday 12-6pm. 473-PETS.

Marvin

Marvin, MALE CAT 

Marvin came to the shelter after his owner became sick unexpectedly and could no longer care for him. The spoiled Tabby loves to lounge near windows. He’s also great at going unnoticed thanks to his shy, quiet personality.  Marvin likes to rule the roost though, and prefers to be the only cat in his home. He’s neutered, microchipped and up-to-date on all vaccinations. Marvin’s adoption fee is waived thanks to the Pay It Forward Program. Visit Animal House Adoption Center located at 3516 Newburg rd. Tuesday-Sunday 12-6pm. For more info about Marvin, call 473-PETS. 


Nominate a Beautiful Business!

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Great things are happening in Southwest Louisville! The New Dixie Highway Project is underway and we are getting the word out that southwest Louisville is a great place todo business. With all of this positive momentum, it’s important that residents and businesses alike embrace our community pride by doing our part to keep our sidewalks, streets, and landscaping looking fresh and litter-free.

Please help us recognize outstanding businesses located in District 12 that contribute to our Southwest Pride by keeping their properties neat, attractive and clean. We are looking for businesses dedicated to maintaining a positive image in the community and are committed to keeping their property free of trash and cigarette butts.  

If you see a beautiful business front that gives Southwest Louisville a good name, please contact Liz McQuillen at (502) 574-1112 or liz.mcquillen@louisvilleky.gov


Flood Debris Drop Off Sites

Jefferson County residents may drop-off residential flood debris at any of seven sites Thursday March 1 through Saturday March 24.  Six of the drop-off locations will be open Thursday through Saturday, 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. The Waste Reduction Center will be open for debris drop-off Monday through Saturday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The free service is available for residents of Jefferson County only and it does not include commercial haulers. No yard waste or construction debris other than flood-damaged drywall and insulation will be accepted. Electronics must be separated from other items. 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 Thursday March 1 thru Saturday March 24 as follows:

Thursday – Saturday 1 p.m. – 8 p.m.

Bethany Lane

10500 Lower River Road at Bethany Lane

Newburg Community Center

4810 Exeter Ave 40218

Outer Loop Recycling Center

7201 Outer Loop 40228

(Highveiw parking lot in rear)

Dixie Recycling Center

7219 Dixie Hwy 40258

Charlie Vettiner Park

5550 Charlie Vettiner Park Rd 40299

Hubbards Lane Recycling Center

595 Hubbards Ln. 40207

Monday – Saturday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Waste Reduction Center

636 Meriwether Avenue 


Parks and Recreation's Assessment Survey

Thank you for participating in Louisville Parks and Recreation's 2018 Needs Assessment Survey. Your feedback is very important to us and will be used to help determine priorities for developing services for the community. If you need more information about Louisville Parks and Recreation, please visit us at bestparksever.com or contact us at parks@louisvillleky.gov.

The survey should take about 5-10 minutes to complete and asks questions about our parks, community centers, natural areas, historic properties, golf courses, and respondent demographics (optional).

Survey link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/KGHXKBZ


Beechland Baptist Church's Addiction Prevention Tips and Info Meeting - March 21st

Beechland

The Transformations Class will be meeting with youth and their parents to talk about the taboo subject of drugs and addiction. We’ve dedicated a year to working towards an end to addiction, and understand that prevention is the key to success. We’ll be presenting some information, discussing prevention tips and warning signs of drug use, as well as hosting an honest and open conversation with teenagers and their parents. Bring your questions and concerns, and we’ll bring our experiences and research!

When: Wednesday March 21st @ 6:30pm

Where: Beechland Baptist Church, 4613 Greenwood Rd

If you are interested in learning more about stopping addiction, feel free to join us!


Easter Egg Hunt at Farnsley-Moremen Landing - March 24th

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After a successful inaugural event last year that saw more than 1,000 children attend, Louisville Parks and Recreation is hosting an Easter Egg Hunt at Riverside, the Farnsley-Moremen Landing on Saturday, March 24. The event will begin at 10 a.m., and five age groups will participate in this year’s hunt:

  • Ages 10-12: 10:30 – 11 a.m.
  • Ages 8-10: 11-11:30 a.m.
  • Ages 7-9: 11:30 a.m. – noon
  • Ages 4-6: Noon-12:30 p.m.
  • Ages 1-3: 1:30 – 2 p.m.

The cost to participate in the event is $2 per child. Music, crafts and food trucks will all be on site at Riverside on March 24 for additional entertainment options. 


Grow With Google - March 29th

Join us in person for free training, demos, coaching with Googlers and more.

REGISTER NOW

WHEN

March 29 | 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Drop in for 5 minutes or stay the whole day.

WHERE

Mellwood Arts & Entertainment Center
1860 Mellwood Ave., Louisville, KY 40206

Workshops

Learn more about building presentations, search engine optimization, coding basics, and more in an engaging classroom setting. Register for one or more workshop sessions.

One-on-One Coaching

Want help getting started? Have questions about more advanced topics? Come chat with Googlers, who will be on hand to give personalized help.

Hands-On Demos

We’ll show you how to get the most out of our tools and programs. Browse our interactive stations, talk to Googlers, and learn something new.

Networking

Drop in throughout the day to check out hands-on demos, grab a snack, meet some special guests, and expand your network.


Monthly Caregiver Support and Education Forums

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Palatka Road Closure Extended Due to Extreme Weather Conditions

Palatka
Palatka
Palatka

The New Dixie Highway Update

New TARC

“Look” for New RAPID
Bus Line Unveiled

Dixie Highway will be the first area of Louisville to receive a “RAPID” bus line – a faster-than-express service that will make it easier and safer for Dixie residents to get to and from work, school, and health care facilities.

This work is part of the $35 million New Dixie Highway Project.

The New Dixie Highway Project team, including officials at TARC, solicited input from Dixie Highway commuters and bus riders last summer before naming the system and coming up with a design for the specially branded buses.
The RAPID bus line will mean:

  • 15 miles of new TARC service - from Valley Station to Downtown
  • 37 distinctive TARC stations and stops
  • 15 min frequency all day
  • Real time information to customers
  • Queue jump lanes at some intersections
  • Improved pedestrian and ADA access: sidewalks, crosswalks and new streetscape
  • Integration with bike, pedestrian, and connections with other TARC routes

Improved Shively Ramp Reduces Crashes

Shively Ramp

Early data suggests a dramatic reduction in crashes – an 80 percent reduction - at the improved Shively Ramp, which links I-264 westbound to Dixie Highway northbound.

The old ramp was short, had no traffic light and tunneled directly onto a busy street. But the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet invested $700,000 last fall which straightened and realigned the ramp, creating a T-intersection with a traffic light.

The result was that in the first couple of months after the project reopened there were only 2 crashes at the ramp – compared to 10 in the same time frame the previous year.

The goal of the entire New Dixie Highway project is to address safety concerns, a significant quality of life improvement for all commuters.


Kentucky Transportation Cabinet Road Alerts & Updates

KYTC

Below is a list of projects overseen by the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet happening in Southwest Louisville.

US 31W (Dixie Highway): Lane closures and sidewalk closures in place between Greenwood Road and Heaton Road (mile markers 11.7 to 14.5) due to construction for access management and bus rapid transit lines. Roadway is reduced to two lanes on northbound Dixie Highway between Greenwood Road and Blanton Lane and two lanes on southbound Dixie Highway between Heaton Road and Upper Hunters Trace.

US 31W (Dixie Highway): Lane closures and delays possible between Stonestreet Road and Pages Lane (mile markers 9.7 to 10.5) due to sidewalk work and asphalt paving. 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. Additional lane closures are possible 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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