Atlas, MALE DOG

Atlas has been in the shelter for 195 days!!! This long-stay champion can be shy at first, but is a sweet, laidback dog. The friendly 3-year-old enjoys exploring when he takes walks and does great on car rides. Atlas also likes the occasional hamburger or ice cream for being a good boy.  His adoption fee is waived thanks to the Pay It Forward Program.  Adopt Atlas and receive our VIP package: Free wellness checks for 3 years, free vaccinations for 3 years, free canine license (3yrs), free harness and crate! You can meet Atlas at the LMAS Shelter located at 3705 Manslick Rd. Monday-Friday 12-6pm. Questions? Email LMAS at animalservicesadoption@louisvilleky.gov or call 502-473-PETS.

Muriel, FEMALE CAT

Muriel loves hanging out at the Lucky Cat Café and Lounge in the Highlands. The 9-month-old has plenty of furry friends to play with,  and the humans that stop by have spoiled the sometimes shy cat. But what Muriel wants most is a forever home. Muriel’s adoption fee is waived thanks to the Pay It Forward Program. She’s already spayed, microchipped and up-to-date on vaccinations. You can meet Muriel at the Lucky Cat Café and Lounge located at 2230 Dundee Rd. Wednesday-Saturday 11am-7pm. Make a reservation to hang out with Muriel and other adoptable cats:  502-403-5809 or www.luckycatcafe.org

The RBA Beautification committee will be working on the grass areas to pick up trash on the Greenbelt.  Volunteers are needed for the 19th.
Their Operation Brightside date is this Friday October 19th at 11am. They will meet at Riverport Authority 6900 Riverport Drive Suite 100 next to the LMPD substation. Please rsvp at www.myriverport.com to help out.
The RBA also pays for the lights at non intersection areas on the Greenbelt & the LMPD and EMS substation bills & rent.
Their new member promo is this month. Join the RBA in October for new members for $125. You will receive the remainder of 2018 and all of 2019 for the $125. Go to www.myriverport.com to sign up by check or credit card.

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!

Bring out the kids for some treats and fun at the annual Halloween Trick or Treat event sponsored by DABA (Dixie Area Business Association)! All booths sponsored by businesses in the area!

When: October 24th, 5:30pm - 7pm

Where: Riverside, The Farnsley-Moremen Landing (7410 Moorman Road) 

Swami Dham Corporation, DBA Corner Shop has applied for a NQ Retail Malt Beverage Package License for their 7429 Terry Rd. location. Any person, association, corporation, or body politic may protest the granting of this license by writing the Kentucky Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (1003 Twilight Trail, Frankfort, KY 40601-8400) within 30 days of the date it was publicized (September 29th).  

Some of the reasons for refusal of a license are:

• Premise does not comply fully with all alcoholic beverage control statutes and regulations of the board
• The applicant or the premises does not comply with all regulations of a city administrator
• The applicant has done an act for which a revocation of license would be authorized
• The applicant has made any false material statement in his application
• Public sentiment in the area
• Number of licensed outlets in the area
• Potential for future growth
• Type of area involved
• Type of transportation available
• Financial potential of the area

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.

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. 

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

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

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. 

6300 Buckskin Pl. - LG&E has been issued Permit Number 18RW5485 to close one driving lane in order to preform a gas service replacement. Permit is valid from October 19th to November 16th.

4116 Flintlock Dr. - The Louisville Water Company has been issued Permit Number 18RW5520 to close one driving lane in order to repair water service. Permit is valid from October 10th to October 23rd.

10611 Freeport Dr - LG&E has been issued Permit Number 18RW5123 to close both driving lanes (not at the same time) in order to install gas service. Permit is valid from September 27th to October 25th.

2201 Lower Hunters Trace - LG&E has been issued Permit Number 18RW5174 to close one driving lane in order to replace a pole and overhead equipment. Permit is valid from October 2nd to October 30th.

2512 Lower Hunters Trace - LG&E has been issued Permit Number 18RW5176 to close one driving lane and sidewalk in order to replace a pole and overhead equipment. Permit is valid from October 2nd to October 30th.

6014 Lower Hunters Trace - LG&E has been issued Permit Number 18RW5175 to close one driving lane and sidewalk in order to replace a pole and overhead electrical equipment. Permit is valid from October 2nd to October 30th.

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.

6310 Upper Hunters Trace - LG&E has been issued Permit Number 18RW5117 to close one driving lane in order to replace a pole and electrical equipment. Permit is valid from September 27th to October 25th.

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