In the Public Safety Committee Meeting 

There were two amendments to the Public Nuisance Ordinance proposed:

1) Amended Chapter 156, including drug paraphernalia in the meaning of the criminal activity as a public nuisance

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2) Making it unlawful for Alcoholic Beverage Control licensees to sell drug paraphernalia.

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Why this matters? What appears to be simple household items are being sold as “kits” used to smoke illegal drugs. Separately, each one of these items mean nothing, but when you combine them, they become what's called drug paraphernalia.  An example of this is  If you add a flower to a a small glass pipe it can be sold as a vase.

WAVE 3 Undercover Story

Phase IV of Waterfront Park will expand Waterfront Park west of 10th Street to provide a continuation of open space along the river and the prospect for new experiences and activities along the river. The RiverWalk from the downtown wharf to and alongside Phase IV will be improved to provide a vital pedestrian/bicycle east-west connection and a continuum of the Waterfront Park experience. The Phase IV site is rich in history and opportunity, which is reflected in the plan.

Marti Kuehn, Lindy Casebier, Elizabeth Sawyer, Stuart Perelmuter, Jackie Floyd, David Karem and meany others were on hand at the Phase IV Clean Up event sponsored by Brightside and Passport Health Plan.

Thank you Mercer Transportation for hosting the cookout after the cleanup!

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/. 

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.

Ride hailing apps Uber and Lyft are planning to offer free rides on Election Day as part of a larger effort to “drive the vote.”

On Nov. 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,” according to Uber.

Uber is also offering political campaigns and organizations the chance to purchase promo codes they can give to their workers or voters on Election Day.

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).

• Pilot area addresses will receive a letter this week announcing the new service.
• Our website www.louisvilleky.gov/KeepLouisvilleClean has information and a link to the appointment request form.
• MyLouisville has been updated to direct pilot area residents to the appointment request form.
• Recycle Coach will also be updated for residents using the app, and a message will be sent to users this week.

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.

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.

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 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 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 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 

 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