What's Happening in District 4

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Councilwoman Barbara Sexton Smith
601 West Jefferson Street
(502) 574-1104
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Christa Robinson

Legislative Assistant
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The Fourth District includes the Downtown-Central Business District, and the neighborhoods of Butchertown, California, Germantown, Irish Hill, Meriwether, Original Highlands, Paristown Pointe, Phoenix Hill, Portland, Russell, Shelby Park and Smoketown.

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Together we create a great, connected community!

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Street Closures

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Street Closures

Saturday, October 20, 2018 - Urban Bourbon 1/2 Marathon (Race Map)

6 am - 2 pm

  • Jefferson Street from Seventh Street to Second Street
  • Second Street from Jefferson Street to Main Street
  • Main Street from Second Street to Brook Street
  • Brook Street from Main Street to Witherspoon Street
  • Witherspoon Street from First Street to River Road
  • River Road from Preston Street to Witherspoon Street
  • Preston Street from Witherspoon Street to Muhammad Ali Boulevard
  • Muhammad Ali Boulevard from Third Street to Chestnut Street
  • Campbell Street from Muhammad Ali Boulevard to Chestnut Street
  • Chestnut Street from Campbell Street to Baxter Avenue
  • Lexington Road from Baxter Avenue to Cherokee Park Scenic Loop
  • Cherokee Park Scenic Loop
  • Cherokee Parkway from Willow Avenue to Grinstead Drive
  • Grinstead Drive from Lexington Road to Baxter Avenue
  • Baxter Avenue from Cherokee Road/Broadway to Liberty Street
  • Eighth Street from Liberty Street to Muhammad Ali Boulevard
  • Muhammad Ali Boulevard from Third Street to Eighth Street
  • Liberty Street from Eighth Street to Third Street

Legislation Matters

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A proposed Ordinance regulating Itinerant Vendors, Peddlers, and Solicitors is now before the Louisville Metro Council’s Public Works, Facilities, Transportation and Accessibility Committee.

The proposed changes include:

  • Clarifying the definitions of different types of itinerant vendors
  • Clarifying licensing and permitting requirements
  • Treating all stationary vendors equal, regardless of kinds of goods or products they sell eliminating the practice of bagging meters and establishing dedicated stationary vending zones in popular metered parking areas and other locations for permitted stationary vendors to transact business 
  • Stationary vendors remain able to locate in non-metered, non-residential, on street public parking space and on private property as well  as articulating new safety standards for noise, generators and other fuel sources and the public right of ways. 

This is just the start of the process. Two public hearings are scheduled to be held in the Metro Council Public Works Committee. October 30th at 3:00pm is for all business that are currently regulated as vendors. The second public hearing will be held November 13th  for anyone else who would like to comment on the proposed changes. Each speaker will be given three minutes to make a statement and be available for questions by any committee member.   We launched an online comment period to collect policy ideas and suggestions to apply to the final proposal.

Please click this link for clarification and online public comment:

https://louisvilleky.gov/government/metro-council/proposed-changes-itinerant-vendors-peddlers-and-solicitors-ordinance


Look Who's Pictured in District 4

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Congratulations Dr. F. Bruce Williams of Bates Memorial Baptist Church on your 32nd pastoral anniversary and being name a District 4 Distinguished Citizen.

 


Chief Steve Conrad, Luther Brown and a host of others were on hand at 2nd Annual Community Service Breakfast hosted by Commissioner Kathleen Parks.

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Pam Haines, the owner of Sweet Peaches, has turned a vacant lot in west Louisville into an open community gathering place.

 

The Lilypad is meant to give everyone a place to gather, relax, and most importantly, feel safe.

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Haines and her son Anthony  plan to host a variety of activities at the Lilypad, with the first one being a hot dog roast on the last Friday of October. A bulletin board with upcoming events will be posted at the Lilypad.Haines also plans to host healthy cooking classes which will be held right there as soon as her grill and cook top is finished.

 

Paparazzi Accessories Consultant,  Lesia Martin, joined the fun!

 

Stop by the corner of 18th Street and Muhammad Ali Blvd. where the beautiful mural spread love throughout our city.


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Generation WOW shows girls the positive and the possible and is about creating opportunities that help build the future leaders of the world by connecting them to the leaders of today. The goal of Generation WOW is to provide a trusted and inspiring experience that will forge relationships, inspire dreams, and deliver results that enhance lives. 

 

The Generation WOW event was held at the Muhammad Ali Center on October 15th and Councilwoman Sexton Smith shared her personal mentorship  story.


The Phoenix Hill Neighborhood Association was organized in 1975 by local business and community representatives and later restructured to include all segments of the community - as a collateral neighborhood organization dedicated to the revitalization of the Phoenix Hill area of downtown Louisville.

 

The neighbors gathered for an evening of fun socializing at the new Fall City Brewing. This is stop you must make at 901 E Liberty Street!

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Teddy Abrams, Music Director for our beloved Louisville Orchestra, shared his exciting vision for Louisville putting arts at the top of the agenda.

 

Members and guests of the Rotary Club of Louisville got an extra treat as Teddy played and original composition.


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Many thanks to Congressman John Yarmuth, KentuckianaWorks has been awarded a $1.3M grant from the U.S. Department of Labor to expand the Reimage program, targeting an additional 200 young adults, ages 18-24, who have been involved in the court system. The new grant will fund training to get youth into jobs in four business sectors: technology, manufacturing, construction and youth development/social services. Participants will continue to get help with continuing their education, navigating the court system, addressing drug and alcohol issues and other barriers and challenges.

Training for Reimage youth will be available in four business sectors:

1) Youth interested in manufacturing will be able to join existing classes such as M-TEC at the Kentucky Manufacturing Career Center;

2) Those targeting the construction field can enroll in the Kentuckiana Builds program at the Louisville Urban League;

3) The Google IT Support Professional Certificate will prepare youth for entry level jobs in IT support in about eight months through a combination of online learning and mentoring from a dedicated IT coach;

4) The social services track will combine internships with participation in a series of professional youth development workshops.

All career pathways will connect with KentuckianaWorks’ existing employer partnerships in manufacturing, construction, IT and youth development.


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“Art in City Hall” works in partnership with the Commission on Public Art to use the public lobby areas and hallways of all three floors in Historic City Hall as a display area to showcase local artists. Louisville has a strong history of arts and cultural expression.

 

When City Hall was built in the 1870s artists and craftsmen created a detailed façade including a locomotive with billowing steam and animals to represent the city’s identity and economic strength. Now, 150 years later, we still look to artists to communicate the distinctive identity of our city with many creative voices.

Artist Herb Bradshaw, along with his daughter, stand before his work.


Art in City Hall includes six Louisville artists showing a wide variety of techniques in painting and mixed-media collage. Featured here is Frank Weisberg's Bowl of Cherries using photo realism.

The artists in this yearlong exhibit are: 

Herb Bradshaw

Brennen Cabrera

Lynn Dunbar

Claudia Hammer

Gibbs Rousavall

Frank Weisberg

To learn more about Louisville Metro's Commission on Public Art and its mission, go to: https://louisvilleky.gov/government/public-art/commission-public-art

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October 19- Economic Mobility Summit Louisville Central Community Center Noon-4pm

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October 20- Roundtable discussion on Quinn Chapel Chestnut Street YMCA 9am

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Join Louisville Metro Government and partners for a community workshop on Saturday, October 20th, to share your memories of Quinn Chapel and ideas on how the historic church can best serve the community in the future!


October 20- Waterfront Park Phase IV Community Cleanup 10th & Rowan 10am

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October 23 - Doing Business With Your City Fair Kentucky Center for African-American Heritage 5:30pm

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October 25- Bates CDC Lunch and Learn Noon

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Oct. 28- 1st Division Family Fright Night 416 N. 29th Street 4pm


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2018 Halloween Events

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Check out what Louisville and Recreation have in store for you this spooky Halloween season! 



Eligible Small Businesses Should Apply Before Nov. 1 for Growth Incentives Kentucky Small Business Tax Credit program offers incentives for eligible new investments and full-time hires

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Eligible Small Businesses Should Apply Before Nov. 1 for Growth Incentives Kentucky Small Business Tax Credit program offers incentives for eligible new investments and full-time hires

Time is limited, but Kentucky small businesses can still claim a tax credit of up to $25,000 on their 2018 tax returns.

By submitting a complete application for the Kentucky Small Business Tax Credit program by Nov. 1, small businesses stand the best chance of receiving approval in time for their 2018 tax filings. Tax credits are available for companies that, in the past 24 months, added at least one new employee and invested $5,000 or more in qualifying equipment or technology.

The program, offered by the Kentucky Cabinet for Economic Development, encourages growth among the state’s small businesses.

“Small businesses are a vital part of the Kentucky economy, and we want to encourage every business owner in the state to take advantage of this program to capitalize on their recent growth,” said Brian Mefford, executive director of the Cabinet’s KY Innovation office. “The Kentucky Small Business Tax Credit provides a great avenue to expand employment opportunities throughout the state while also helping Kentucky companies create an additional competitive advantage.”

Qualifying small businesses may be eligible to receive a state income tax credit ranging from $3,500 to $25,000 per year. The tax credit amount varies based upon the number of jobs created and the cost of equipment purchased.

The program is available to most for-profit businesses of 50 or fewer full-time employees, including companies in the construction, manufacturing, retail, service and wholesale industries.

Last year, the program incentivized the creation of 506 private-sector jobs and nearly $4.8 million in investments by 167 small businesses. On average, each participating company hired three people and received more than $10,000 in tax savings. Since inception, the program has assisted in creating over 1,800 jobs and $18.8 million in new investments.

To learn more about the Kentucky Small Business Tax Credit program or to apply, visit www.KentuckyTaxCredit.org or contact the Kentucky Cabinet for Economic Development at 800-626-2930.


Imagine Greater Louisville 2020 – Applications Now Open!

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Louisville/Jefferson County Metro Government, the Louisville Metro Council, and Fund for the Arts announce a call for project proposals to activate strategies and actions identified within Imagine Greater Louisville 2020, an arts and culture vision to transform the Greater Louisville region.
 This process will distribute $100,000 in project grants with a portion of these dollars allocated to fund small grants (less than $5,000) and the remaining funds supporting larger projects. Individuals, organizations, groups/associations, and partnerships interested in advancing the plan may apply.
All applications must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. EST, October 31, 2018.
To learn more and begin your application, visit: http://imaginegreaterlou.org/proposals/


Learn Violin, Viola, Cello or Bass

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My Big Little Adventure

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Meals on Wheels Need Volunteers!

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Time to get your flu shot at the Smoketown Wellness Center

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The Neighborhood Cleanliness Project

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The Neighborhood Cleanliness Project is in full swing in the pilot area! We hope you have noticed some of the yard signs – over 30 signs places thus far and we've received over 50 Litter Champion pledges. Seventy seven garbage carts to properties with consistently overflowing carts. Sixteen new litter baskets are coming soon!

We are ready to announce the new Large Item Pick Up by Appointment system! This service has the same eligibility requirements as Project Pickup (residential properties with 8 or fewer units).


New Way to Report Illegal Dumpers

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See Something Say Something!!!!

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.


LIHEAP Utility Assistance Pre-Registration

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Louisville Metro Resilience and Community Services (RCS) is offering pre-registration for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), Subsidy Component. The pre-registration will begin on Wednesday, October. 3, and end on October 31.

Pre-registration is for Jefferson County residents who are elderly (60 years or older) or disabled and receive a fixed income.

 Applicants must provide the following documentation:

  • Proof of all household income for the preceding month (Food Stamp award letter, Social Security Award letter, pay stubs, etc. or proof of $0 income. Note: Zero Income forms are available at the Resilience and Community Services office at 701 W. Ormsby Ave., Suite 201 as well as the six LIHEAP locations listed below or by clicking here.
  • Proof of Social Security Number or Permanent Residence card (Green Card) for each member of the household.
  • Most current heating bill; or statement from your landlord if heating expenses are included in your rent; or statement from your utility company if you participate in a pre-pay electric program. Please bring the account number and name on the account for all heating fuel sources and electric. 

Eligible residents who wish to apply during LHEAP Early Registration are required to make an appointment in advance. Starting today, Sept. 26, the toll-free automated appointment system is available twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week.

To register, please call 502-991-8391 or visit louisvilleky.cascheduler.com.  

Income-eligible residents who do not meet the requirements for pre-registration (who are not elderly or disabled and on a fixed income) may still apply for LIHEAP benefits beginning Nov. 5.  Appointments will be taken in advance starting Nov. 1 utilizing the phone and on-line appointment system.

Individuals who are unable to apply for this program in person may send a representative on their behalf. Simply provide the representative with the documentation listed above as well as a hand-written note, dated and signed from the applicant, giving them permission to handle their application for services. Residents who are homebound and who are unable to send a representative may call 502/780-7937.


Uber Will Drive You to the Polls for Free on Election Day

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Uber wants more people to vote, and it's hoping to help the cause by providing free rides to the polls on Election Day. 

The ride-hailing behemoth announced Thursday that on Tuesday, November 6, anyone with an Uber account can use its app to quickly find their polling place and book a ride to get there for free (in markets where Uber is available). The promotion will be available to all users, and will launch automatically when they open the app. The company is teaming up with #VoteTogether  and DemocracyWorks  to provide the free rides, and said it's hoping to use its vast resources to help support the democratic process.

On November 6 a  special Election Day button will also show up in the Uber app. Riders can use the button to find their polling place and book a ride in with just a few taps.


Things You Need To Know!

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Louisville-Jefferson County Metro Government

Department of Codes and Regulations
Department of Planning and Design Services
444 S. 5th Street
Louisville,KY 40202
502.574.6230
http://www.louisvilleky.gov/PlanningDesign/

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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.

 

New Location 2124 W. Market St

Attached, please find a New Location memo and Courier Journal Legal announcement for an NQ Retail Malt Beverage by the Package and 2 a.m. Extended Package Sales Hours license(s) being applied for, located at 2124 W. Market St., Louisville, KY.  40212.  The ad ran in The Courier Journal Friday, September 28, 2018.

New Location 2124 W. Market St. Ste. B

Attached, please find a New Location memo and Courier Journal Legal announcement for a Quota Retail Liquor by the Package, NQ Retail Malt Beverage by the Package, and 2 a.m. Extended Package Sales Hours license(s) being applied for, located at 2124 W. Market St. Ste. B,  Louisville, KY. 40212.  The ad ran in The Courier Journal Friday, September 28, 2018.

Change in Ownership 1420 W. Broadway

Attached, please find a Change in Ownership memo and Courier Journal Legal announcement for an NQ Retail Malt Beverage by the Package and 2 a.m. Extended Package Sales Hours license(s) being applied for, located at 1420 W. Broadway, Louisville, KY. 40203.  The ad ran in The Courier Journal Friday, September 28, 2018.

Change in Ownership 415 S 4th Street

Attached, please find a Change in Ownership memo and Courier Journal Legal announcement for an NQ2 Restaurant Retail Drink and Sunday Liquor Drink license(s) being applied for, located at 415 S. 4th Street, Louisville, KY. 40202.  The ad ran in The Courier Journal Friday, October 12, 2018.


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Notice of Intent to Demolish 921 W. Main St.

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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:

Subject Property:  921-925 W. Main St. (Rear Only)

Case Number:    WR1074250

 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: 10/21/18

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


Notice of Intent to Demolish 432 E. Ormsby Ave

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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:

Subject Property:  432 E Ormsby Ave.

Case Number:    WR1075019

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:10/28/18

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


Notice of Intent to Demolish 1910 W Muhammad Ali Blvd.

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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:

Subject Property:  1910 W Muhammad Ali Blvd

Case Number:    WR1072841

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:10/28/18

 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


Notice of Intent to Demolish 538 Lampton St

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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:

Subject Property:  538 Lampton St

Case Number:    WR1076106

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: 11/2/18

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

 


Louisville Parks and Recreation to Host Public Meetings

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Louisville Parks and Recreation will be hosting open house-style public meetings this fall. Director Seve Ghose said 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, 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 

October 30- Project Updates from EPA’s Next Generation Emission Measurement (NGEM) Research Team Foster Traditional Academy 6pm

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 Project Updates from EPA’s Next Generation Emission Measurement (NGEM) Research Team

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has been conducting a research project to test new and advanced air toxics monitoring technology in Louisville's Rubbertown neighborhood. Funded via the EPA's Regional Applied Research Effort (RARE), the project aims to learn more about the technology in the hope that it can be used on widespread basis around the country. The APCD is assisting the EPA in siting and operating the various technologies being tested.

Please join us for project updates and discussion with the EPA research team

October 30, 2018 6:00-8:00 p.m.

Foster Traditional Academy

1401 South 41st Street Louisville, KY  40211


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Neighborhood Associations

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 cwoo59@aol.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 4th 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 fourth Tuesday of the month at (502) 489-7004 or email  Jackie Floyd 

Schnitzelburg Area Community Council  St Elizabeth's 1020 E Burnett Schnitzelburg.org

Shelby Park 600 E. Oak Street  charles.rogalinski@ky.gov Shelby Park on Facebook 2nd Thursday @ 6:00 pm 

Smoketown 620 Lampton  836-7661 666@webberconsulting.org 3rd Monday @ 6:30 pm

South Fourth Street- Jim Reskin, President jreskin5@gmail.com


Important Numbers

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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