 "Finances and You" is a six-series workshop that will
give participants a wealth of knowledge from Louisville Metro Government
presenters and a number of guest speakers with experience in financial
education and representatives from financial institutions.
The next offering
begins August 29, 2018 at the Nia Center. Learn more and register here.
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 We all know that illegal dumping--putting waste on property that is not licensed as a disposal facility--is an eyesore that is expensive to clean up, diminishes quality of life, discourages economic development and even sends plastic debris into our waterways.
That's why people caught dumping along our city's alleys, sidewalks, fields and roadsides are subject to fines and impoundment of any vehicle used in the dumping. That's where citizens can help with the problem. If you witness illegal dumping while it's happening, report it.
We've developed a new online form you can use to tell us where it happened, describe the vehicle(s) involved, preferably with license plate number(s), and even upload pictures. Of course, you can always call Metro Call 311 or 574-5000. For more information about illegal dumping, including a link to the reporting form, visit our illegal dumping webpage.
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Louisville Parks and Recreation will be hosting seven open
house-style public meetings beginning September 13 at the California Community
Center. The meetings will not necessarily focus on a particular topic but will
give the public an opportunity to ask questions and voice concerns. All
meetings will be held from 6-7:30 p.m.
•Thursday,
September 13-California Community Center, 1600 W. St. Catherine Street, 40210
•Thursday,
September 20-Central Government Center, 7201 Outer Loop, 40228
•Thursday,
October 11-East Government Center, 200 Juneau Drive, 40243
•Thursday,
October 25-Berrytown Recreation Center, 1300 Heafer Road, 40223
•Thursday,
November 8-Molly Leonard Portland Community Center, 640 N. 27th Street, 40212
•Thursday,
November 29-Southwest Government Center, 7219 Dixie Highway, 40258
•Thursday,
December 13-Mary T. Meagher Aquatic Center, 201 Reservoir Avenue, 40206
 The Louisville Metro Air Pollution Control District (District) proposes to renew an operating permit to Paddy’s Run Station (electrical generating station), 4600 Bells Lane, in accordance with Regulation 2.16. The 30-day public comment period starts on August 19, 2018, and ends on September 18, 2018. A public hearing may be scheduled if the District determines that there are germane, unresolved issues or substantial public interest, in accordance with Regulation 2.07.
Drafts of the permit and summary are available at the District office, 701 W. Ormsby Avenue, Suite 303, Louisville, between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, by calling Matt King at (502) 574-6000, emailing airpermits@louisvilleky.gov, or at the following website: http://www.louisvilleky.gov/APCD/docket. Copies of the application are available upon request. Written comments will be accepted at airpermits@louisvilleky.gov until midnight or at the District office until 5:00 p.m. on September 18, 2018.
EPA has agreed to treat this draft Title V permit as a proposed Title V permit and to perform its 45-day review provided by the law and regulations concurrently with the public notice period. Although EPA’s 45-day review period will be performed concurrently with the public comment period, the deadline for submitting a citizen petition to object to the EPA Administrator will be determined as if EPA’s 45-day review period is performed after the public comment period has ended (i.e., sequentially).
The status regarding EPA’s 45-day review of this project and the deadline for submitting a citizen petition can be found at the following website address: https://www.epa.gov/caa-permitting/clean-air-act-permitting-kentucky.
 Breakfast and Lunch will be served.
Link to register on Eventbrite
 Louisville
Forward’s Small Business Development team is accepting applications for the
second cohort of the city’s Entrée-preneurship Series, a free program designed
to foster the development of new restaurateurs and food entrepreneurs.
The interactive
10-class series, originally called the Food Entrepreneurship Series, will run
from Sept. 8 to Dec. 1, and will be taught by local industry-leading
professionals. All classes will meet at Chef Space, 1812 W. Muhammad Ali
Blvd., on Saturdays from 8:30 – 11 a.m.
Registration is
open, but space is limited. To participate, individuals must be over 18 years
of age, attend 9 of the 10 classes and be a Louisville resident. There is no fee
to participate in the series. Upon completion of the program, participants will
receive continued assistance and connections to resources from Louisville
Forward’s small business development team. Click here for more information or to register.
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 A new Kentucky law that took effect July 14 requires
vehicles passing a bicycle to use the adjacent lane if available. If an
adjacent lane is not available, then the passing vehicle should pass to the
left at a distance leaving no less than three feet between the widest part of
the bicycle and the widest part of the vehicle. If the bicycle is in a bicycle
lane, the passing vehicle should still be at least three feet from the bicycle.
If the road is too narrow to give three feet clearance,
then the passing vehicle should use reasonable caution. The new law also
allows passing vehicles to legally cross a double yellow line to pass a bicycle
if there is enough sight distance to safely pass.
Thirty-four states
have similar safe passing laws to use the adjacent lane or give three feet or
more. Like all states, Kentucky law also requires cyclists to follow the
basic rules of the road. Like any operator of a vehicle, a bicyclist must
ride with traffic, obey traffic laws and stop at stop signs and red
lights. The three foot law is at KRS 189.300
 September 8, 2018, the Sickle Cell Association of Kentuckiana (SCAK) will host the 2nd Annual Sickle Cell 'Unity' Walk.' Last years was so nice, we decided to do it twice. In partnership with the Sickle Cell Patient/Family Support Group, the sickle cell community will come together from both sides of the river at Shawnee Park to help STOMP OUT SICKLE CELL DISEASE. Build your teams and register early. T-shirts will be available on a first come, first serve basis. A flyer above has detailed information. Sponsorships are welcomed and available for a $200.00 donation. Your name and logo will be displayed on t-shirts and any other printed materials for this event. Please Contact: Jo Ann at (502)767-2260 or Sandra at (502) 776-5918. Let’s all Show Up and Show Out for sickle cell. The sickle cell community depends on your support.
 The Sickle Cell Association of Kentuckiana (SCAK) will host its 8th Annual Sickle Cell Anemia Gala on September 22, 2018, at the Galt House Waterford Room, 25th Floor, the Rivue Tower. This black-tie event will feature Bennie Smith III on Saxophone, accompanied by Alysha Ashley on vocals. There will be a plated dinner, DJ, dancing, and a silent auction. The mistress of ceremony will be none other than yours truly Chea K. Woolfolk. Tickets are $65.00 each, $120.00 per couple and $600.00 per table of 10. Come enjoy 'A Night At The Oscars.' Sponsorship is encouraged, and the packet is attached. For more information contact: Rebecca Seavers - (502)338-0102 or the website: www.thescak.org. See you at the Oscars.
Aug 6, 8, 13, 16, 27, and 31, Passport Health Care Community Engagement at multiple locations
Passport members are invited to join with representatives from Passport Health Care for one-on-one consultations to discuss plan benefits and options. This is a great opportunity as Passport aims to raise awareness and educate the community about the Passport Health Plan mission. Passport members will receive a $10 retail gift card for attending.
• Aug, 6, 13, and 27, First Neighborhood Place, 1503 Rangeland Rd (door #16) side of Thomas Jefferson Middle School, 1-3 p.m. Call (502) 212-6677 to RSVP.
• Aug. 8, Ujima Neighborhood Place, 3610 Bohne Ave., 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Call 313-4635 for more information.
• Aug 16, South Jefferson Neighborhood Place, 1000 Neighborhood Place, 1 – 2 p.m. Call 313-4635 for more information.
• Aug. 30, South Central Neighborhood Place, 4255 Hazelwood Ave., 2 – 3 p.m. Call 1-800-578-0603 ext. 8428 to RSVP.
Aug. 7, 23 and 29, A Healthy Journey for Two Educational Baby Shower at three locations
For more information, contact Mendy Mason at 341-5400. A Healthy Journey for Two is an educational baby shower open to any expectant mothers. The class will include a range of information and resources, as well as free baby items, gift cards, prizes, and snacks. Hosted by Seven Counties and KIDSNow. Fathers are welcome but must be registered.
• Aug. 7, South Central Neighborhood Place, 4255 Hazelwood Ave., 1- 3 p.m.
• Aug 23, at First Neighborhood Place, 1503 Rangeland Rd. 1 – 3 p.m.
• Aug. 29, at Ujima Neighborhood Place, 3610 Bohne Ave., 1 – 3 p.m.
Aug. 7, Car Seat Safety Check at Ujima Neighborhood Place, 9 – 11 a.m.
Located at 3610 Bohne Ave. Call Norton Children’s Hospital at 629-7358 to make an appointment. Learn how to install your child’s car seat or booster seat. Find out if it’s time for a change. Car seat-fitting by appointment only.
Aug. 13, Sodexo Hiring Opportunities at South Central Neighborhood Place, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Located at 4255 Hazelwood Ave. Call 313-4089 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.
Aug. 14, Free Blood Pressure Screenings at Ujima Neighborhood Place, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Located at 3610 Bohne Ave. Call 485-6145 for more information. Louisville Metro Health and Wellness health educators will provide free blood pressure screenings and health information.
Aug. 14, Healthy Living Club at South Jefferson Neighborhood Place, 1 – 2 p.m.
Located at 1000 Neighborhood Place. For more information call 363-1483 or 772-8588. Join this Healthy Living Club to get the support you need to eat better, be active and reduce stress. August meeting will focus on a healthy cooking demonstration. Free samples and recipes shared with all that attend.
Tuesdays, Aug. 21 – Oct. 2, Healthier Meals, Healthier Me Class at South Jefferson Neighborhood Place, 11 – 12:30 p.m.
Located at 1000 Neighborhood Place. Registrations is required by calling 772-8588. Come and learn more about healthy eating, meal planning on a budget and more. Attend classes and earn a slow cooker to keep.
Aug 21, Basic Diabetes Self-Management Class at First Neighborhood Place, 2 - 4 p.m.
Located at 1503 Rangeland Road at T.J. Middle School. Registration is required by calling 574-6663. Whether you are recently diagnosed or have had diabetes for years and need a refresher, this session is for you. Topics include what diabetes is and is not, glucose monitoring, problem solving, healthy eating, medication management, sick day management, healthy exercise, goal setting, and more. Sponsored by Louisville Metro Public Health and Wellness.
Aug. 30, Passport Health Care Member Informational at Ujima Neighborhood Place, 12 p.m.
Located at 3610 Bohne Ave. Call 1-800-578-0603 ext. 7301 to RSVP. Come join us and get to know about your plan. Lunch is provided. Member’s will receive a $10.00 retail gift card for attending. *Retail gift card available to passport Health Plan members only
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