District 12 eNewsletter - September 19, 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: Tres and Danno!

Tres the dog

Tres, FEMALE DOG

Tres is as sweet as can be and one of the cutest Beagle-mixes you’ll ever meet! She may be  12 years old but still has plenty of spunk and is a happy girl! Tres knows some commands, is house trained and treat-motivated! Tres usually has a smile for everyone she meets but she’s grown tired of the shelter. She would be great in a home as the only dog or with another dog that is laid back. Tres’ adoption fee is waived, thanks to the Pay It Forward Program. To meet Tres, visit Animal House located at 351 Newburg Rd. Send questions to animalservicesadoption@louisvilleky.gov or call 473-PETS!

Danno

Danno; MALE CAT

Danno is patiently waiting to be adopted into a forever home! This 3-month-old, black and white kitten enjoys watching  all the activity inside the Pussycat Lounge at Animal House Adoption Center. He’s a friendly kitten who managed to become separated from his mama before a kind woman brought him to the LMAS shelter. You can adopt Danno, or any kitten at Animal House for a $50 donation to the Pay It Forward program.  Danno is already neutered, microchipped and up-to-date on vaccinations. Visit Animal House located at 3516 Newburg rd. Tuesday-Sunday 12-6pm. Questions? Email us at animalservicesadoption@louisvilleky.gov, or call 473-PETS!


5th Annual Brightside Bash - September 20th

Brightside Bash

Tickets are on sale now for the 5th annual Brightside Bash presented by the Republic Bank Foundation! The Brightside Bash serves as a fundraiser for the Brightside Foundation. With the generous donations and contributions from this event Brightside is able to continue our many educational programs, sustainability initiatives, and beautification projects for our community.

This year they are introducing a new way for you to "win" some truly incredible items with their Wheel of Chance! For each item, they will be selling just 20 tickets. For more information or to purchase your tickets to win contact their office at (502) 574-2613 today! Chances go on a first come, first served basis so don't miss out! 

We hope you'll join us at this one of a kind event and help us keep Louisville clean, green, and beautiful for all our community members!

When: Thursday, September 20 from 6:00-9:00 p.m.

Where: The Louisville Palace (625 S 4th Street)


Low Cost Rabies Clinic - September 20th

Low cost rabies clinic

Healthy Hoops Kentucky Asthma Event - September 22nd

Asthma

Healthy Hoops Kentucky is an event where asthmatic children and their families can learn more about having asthma and other asthma-related conditions, in addition to learning some great ways to get exercise and stay healthy with Louisville basketball legend Darrell Griffith!

Healthy Hoops Kentucky, presented by Passport Health Plan, is FREE for all asthmatic children ages 7 to 14 and their families. The event runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, September 22, and will be held at Central High School, 1130 West Chestnut Street. Families can register by going online to healthyhoopsky.com or by calling (502) 585-8429.

Event features include:

  • In the morning, children and their families will receive a comprehensive clinical screening to evaluate their asthma, a free consultation with an asthma health professional, and nutrition counseling. They will also learn how to lead active lives while managing their breathing, how to use medications appropriately, how to monitor exercise, and how to keep asthma under control. Each family will leave the screening with an “Asthma Action Plan” and tools to keep their asthma under control.
  • Then, after a free lunch, the children will head to the basketball court, where on-court legend Darrell Griffith will lead a team of celebrity basketball coaches in a series of workshops designed to teach the children how they can play the game even if they have breathing issues.

Healthy Hoops Kentucky is sponsored by Passport Health Plan, the University of Louisville, the AmeriHealth Caritas Partnership, the American Lung Association, and other local organizations. It is coordinated by a coalition of community leaders. Participants do not need to be Passport members to take part in the event. For more information, go online to healthyhoopsky.com.


Sickle Cell Anemia "Night at the Oscars" Gala - September 22nd

Sickle Cell Gala

Canoemobile @ Riverview Park - October 6th

Canoemobile

Mary M. Miller Riverboat Cruises - October 7th

Boat Cruises

The annual cruises from Riverview Park are set to sail on Sunday October 7th. We are excited to offer cruises again this year 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 weekday business hours of 9 am—3 pm. 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.

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!

When: Sunday, October 7th; 1:30 p.m. and 4:00 p.m.

Where: Riverview Park, 8202 Greenwood Rd


Southwest Community Festival - October 13th

Southwest Fest

Get ready! The Southwest Community Festival is officially set for October 13th! Join us for a day of free activities and family fun here in the Southwest! There will be over 100 vendors and food booths, along with countless fun and activities for the kiddos. 

This year, the festival is proud to announce that the Louisville Crashers will be preforming live music from the Sun Valley Stage throughout the day!

The event is FREE but parking will be $5. To access parking, enter though the Lower River Road entrance to the Sun Valley Fields.

When: Saturday, October 13th; 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Where: Sun Valley Community Center (6505 Bethany Lane)

Parking Access on Lower River Road


YMCA's Family Fall Festival - October 19th

Fall Festival

Brightside Community Wide Fall Cleanup - October 20th

brightside

We have heard from many constituents that they are disappointed with the amount of littering in the area. This event is an amazing opportunity to put on some gloves and take pride in our community. 

The 2018 Brightside & Passport Health Plan Fall Community Wide Cleanup is on Saturday, October 20th! Last year's fall Community Wide Cleanup saw over 8,500 volunteers clean up our city and this year, we want to shatter that number!

We encourage all residents to take part in the Community-Wide Cleanup. The event is a great service opportunity for boy/girl scouts, sports teams, faith groups and community organizations. It could also be a corporate team bonding opportunity! 

Cleanups are an integral part of Brightside's mission and without the help of volunteer groups, and many other volunteers throughout the year, Brightside could not achieve their goals of a cleaner, greener Louisville.

To register, please call (502) 574-2613 or register online at https://louisvilleky.gov/government/brightside/brightside-passport-health-plan-community-wide-cleanup about two weeks prior to your event to schedule your cleanup and for information about getting supplies. 

Thanks to each and every volunteer who supports the Brightside & Passport Health Plan Community-Wide Cleanup. We look forward to seeing you on October 20th. Thank you for your dedication – we can’t do it without you!


ABC License Application - 4129 Flintlock Dr.

ABC

4129 Flintlock Dr. declares intentions to apply for NQ Retail Malt Beverage Package license by no later than August 18, 2018. The business licensed will be located at 4129 Flintlock Dr. Louisville KY 40216 doing business as a Quick Stop. Any person, corporation, or body politic may protest the granting of the license by writing the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control, 1003 Twilight Trails, Frankfort KY 40601-8400 within 30 days of the date of its legal publication (must be submitted by September 31, 2018).


Mind Your Mental Health

Mental Health

Harbor House - Home Sweet Home House Keeping Service

home sweet home

Nominate a Beautiful Business!

flowers

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 to do 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 take a picture and contact Liz McQuillen at (502) 574-1112 or liz.mcquillen@louisvilleky.gov


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) North: Lane closures and delays possible at Algonquin Parkway (mile marker 17.7) due to installation of a micro-trench for conduit and fiber optic cables. Right lane will be closed daily from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m.   This process will take several weeks to complete as crews progress north to West Broadway.

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 southbound Dixie Highway between Blanton Lane and Greenwood Road and on northbound Dixie Highway between Upper Hunters Trace and Heaton Road. 

Log on to goky.ky.gov for the latest in statewide traffic and travel information in the Commonwealth of Kentucky.


District 12 Metro Public Works Updates

Construction

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. 

6811 Sylvania NO. 4 Rd - LG&E has been issued Permit Number 18RW4468 to close a driving lane in order to remove poles. Permit is valid from July 1st to October 18th.

6619 Sylvania Rd - LG&E has been issued Permit Number 18RW4881 to close both driving lanes (not at the same time) in order to install a new pole overhead. Permit is valid from September 3rd to October 1st.


6638 Sylvania Rd - The Louisville Water Company has been issued Permit Number 18RW5037 to close one driving lane in order to repair water service. Permit is valid from September 13th to September 27th. 

For more details or to see additional permitted work throughout Metro Louisville, visit the map here.


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