Join Councilman Blackwell on Saturday, December 1st for an informal discussion on the topics, issues, concerns and suggestions you have for District 12 and Southwest Louisville. Stop by Sister Bean's Coffee House anytime between 10:00 am - noon to speak directly with Councilman Blackwell and have a cup of coffee on him!

WHEN: Saturday, December 1st, 10 am - 11 am**

WHERE: Sister Bean's Coffee House, 5225 New Cut Rd.

**Please note shortened time

For more information, contact the District 12 office at 502.574.1112 or danielle.tackett@louisvilleky.gov

Panda, MALE DOGS

Panda is an approximately one-year-old Chihuahua who loves playtime! This sweet boy spent time in foster care, where he was always ready for a game of tug. His foster family also says Panda is a very entertaining, smart and loving dog who just wants to be by your side.  Panda weighs approximately 20lbs. He’s already neutered, microchipped and up-to-date on vaccinations.  Panda’s adoption fee is a $125 donation to the Pay It Forward Program. You can meet him at Animal House Adoption Center, located at 3516 Newburg Road, Tuesday-Sunday 12-6pm.  For more information about Panda, email animalservicesadoption@louisvilleky.gov or call 502-473-PETS.

Gaga, FEMALE CAT

Gaga is an adorable 8-month-old Calico in need of a forever home. This friendly girl is waiting for her forever family to find her at Animal House. Gaga has lived with another cat, so she could possibly go to a home with fur siblings. Gaga  weighs approximately 10lbs and is spayed, microchipped and up-to-date on vaccinations. Her adoption fee is waived, thanks to the Pay It Forward Program. You can meet Gaga at Animal House Adoption Center, located at 3516 Newburg Road, Tuesday-Sunday 12-6pm.  Questions about Gaga? Email LMAS at animalservicesadoption@louisvilleky.gov or call 502-473-PETS.

Louisville Metro residents not mulching autumn leaves into their lawns or using curbside collection will have the option to dispose of them at one of three drop-off sites beginning November 6.

Metro Public Works is offering a free leaf drop-off service November 6 through December 1. Drop-off will not be available on November 22 and 23 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. Only loose leaves will be accepted. Containers used to bring leaves to the drop-off sites must be disposed of off-site by residents.

Leaf drop off sites:

Public Works Yard

10500 Lower River Road (enter from Bethany Lane)

Tuesday – Saturday

9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Public Works East District Operations Center

595 Hubbards Lane

Tuesday – Saturday

9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

New Federal Dollars Available to House Louisville’s Most Vulnerable Citizens

Wellspring is pleased to partner with Louisville Metro Housing Authority (LMHA) in the rollout of newly available federal funds through the HUD 811 Mainstream Housing Choice Voucher Program. The vouchers provide new subsidies for Affordable Housing to people at-risk of homelessness or institutionalization. 

The Program provides funding to housing agencies to assist non-elderly people with disabilities who are:

• transitioning out of institutional or other separated settings
• at serious risk of institutionalization
• homeless
• at-risk of becoming homeless.

Wellspring will provide case management and peer support as needed to eligible participants. Wellspring also offers Crisis Stabilization Programs, extensive Supportive Housing, an Affordable Housing Program and a Supportive Employment Program that helps clients find meaningful employment. These programs support clients along their individual paths to recovery. Wellspring facilitates community integration by reducing stigma and strengthening personal and neighborhood connections.

To apply for Affordable Housing if there is a diagnosis of serious mental illness, contact Sara Brewer at 502.637.4361.

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.

9001 Cane Run Rd. - Spectrum Cable has been issued Permit Number 18RW5807 to close one driving lane in order to bore beside and under the road. Permit is valid from November 14th to December 12th.

1606 Dawn Dr - LG&E has been issued Permit Number 18RW5552 to close driving lanes in order to frame poles. Permit is valid from October 26th to November 23rd.

7520 Distribution Dr. - The Louisville Water Company has been issued Permit Number 18RW5659 to close one driving lane in order to disconnect service. Permit is valid from October 24th to November 7th.

4100 Flintlock Dr. - LG&E has been issued Permit Number 18RW5961 to close both driving lanes in order to replace gas service. Permit is valid from November 16th to December 14th.

4400 Flintlock Dr. - LG&E has been issued Permit Number 18RW5960 to close both driving lanes in order to replace gas service. Permit is valid from November 16th to December 14th.

10611 Freeport Dr. - LG&E has been issued Permit Number 18RW5646 to close driving lanes in order to install gas service. Permit is valid from November 1st to November 29th.

2201 Lower Hunters Trace - LG&E has been issued Permit Number 18RW5820 to close one driving lane in order to replace a pole. Permit is valid from November 9th to November 30th.

2512 Lower Hunters Trace - LG&E has been issued Permit Number 18RW5821 to close one driving lane and sidewalk in order to replace a pole and overhead electrical equipment. Permit is valid from November 9th to November 30th.

6014 Lower Hunters Trace - LG&E has been issued Permit Number 18RW5822 to close one driving lane and sidewalk in order to replace a pole and overhead electrical equipment. Permit is valid from November 9th to November 30th.

2203 Parkwood Rd. - LG&E has been issued Permit Number 18RW5872 to close one driving lane in order to replace overhead electrical equipment. Permit is valid from November 7th to December 5th.

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