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For the second year in a row, Councilman David Yates is collecting NEW coats and jackets to be distributed to children in need throughout our community.
Over the last few months David has partnered with Shirley's Way and Khalil's on Dixie to sponsor Coat Drives during the Shirley' Way Queen of Hearts drawing, collecting over 100 New Coats from generous donors throughout our community.
Now we need your help!
David is encouraging all neighbors, neighborhood associations, local businesses, and community organizations to step up and donate.
The Metro Council Coat Drive will culminate during a press conference scheduled Monday, December 17th, at 11 AM at City Hall in Council Chambers.
During the press conference David would like to recognize all participating businesses and organizations and encourages them to send a representative to speak on their behalf.
Southend schools will be present at the press conference collecting coats for students in need specifically identified by school counselors, teachers and staff.
All remaining coats will be donated to the Jefferson County Public Schools Clothing Assistance Program to benefit students across the city.
All coats can be dropped off at City Hall, 601 W. Jefferson Street, 40202 or contact Councilman Yates' office at 574-1125 to request David's office pick up your donations.
 Meals on Wheels
Southwest Community Ministries is looking for kindhearted, friendly people to deliver meals to home-bound seniors in the 40272 and 40258 zip codes.
Delivery takes about an hour weekly, twice a month if you prefer to deliver two days/month. We have a Tuesday route that departs from Sun Valley Community Center (10:00 am) or a Wednesday, Thursday or Friday route departing from Sts. Mary and Elizabeth Hospital in the afternoon (3:30).
If you want to make a difference in a senior's life, and yours, please contact Jessica Burnett 502-935-0310 ext. 244.
Food Pantry
The Food Pantry, one of several food programs operated by SWCM, needs additional donations during the Holiday Season for the increased requests.
Located at 8504 Terry Road Louisville, KY 40258.
Food Pantry Hours: Monday to Friday (11:30 AM - 3:00 PM)
Contact information: 502.935.0310; Fax: 502.933.0319
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 The drug toss event is set for Saturday, December 8th at the Central Government Center, 7201 Outer Loop from 9:00am to 1:00pm. It is hosted by the officers of the Louisville Metro Police 7th Division.
It is a safe, fast way to dispose unused medications. These events are designed to prevent unintentional and accidental poisoning and potential fatal overdoses. Just drive up and hand the medication to an officer, then be on your way.
Proper disposal by the LMPD helps protect the environment by keeping medications residue from leaking into waterways and threatening wildlife and drinking water.
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 Leaf disposal locations will be available through December 22
Louisville Metro leaf drop-off service, originally scheduled to end December 1, has been extended by three weeks. Metro residents not mulching autumn leaves into their lawns or using curbside collection have the option to dispose of them at one of three drop-off sites through December 22.
Only loose leaves will be accepted. Containers used to bring leaves to the drop-off sites must be disposed of off-site by residents.
Public Works Yard - 10500 Lower River Road (enter from Bethany Lane)
Thursday – Saturday (9 a.m. – 3 p.m.)
 Louisville Metro Solid Waste Management will be suspending the collection of yard waste in the Urban Services District (USD) beginning on January 19 through March 11, 2019. Individuals may request collection as needed during this time through MetroCall at 574-5000.
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US 31W (Dixie Highway):
Lane closures and sidewalk closures in place between Blanton Lane and Crums Lane (mile markers 12.5 to 15.3) due to construction for access management and bus rapid transit lines. Roadway will be reduced to two lanes on southbound Dixie Highway between Blanton Lane and Upper Hunters Trace beginning Monday, Nov. 12. Roadway is reduced to one lane southbound and two lanes northbound between Herbert Avenue and Crums Lane.
The New Dixie Highway Project team has adjusted traffic signals at Garrs Lane to move traffic more efficiently during construction in that area. The team in charge of traffic signals will continue to monitor the area to determine if additional adjustments will help.
While the signal adjustments are designed to move southbound traffic more quickly through the work zone, the lane restrictions in that area will continue to cause significant backups at some points in the day. The project team requests continued patience from drivers.
While work is underway, traffic is restricted to one southbound lane and two northbound lanes between Herbert Avenue to Crums Lane. This pattern is expected to be in place for six months.
Traffic naturally backs up with only one southbound lane, but the project team worked to reduce backups by restricting mid-block left-turns in the area – a decision made in conjunction with Shively Police and Fire. They also moved the point of merger closer to downtown Louisville, to avoid merging two lanes of traffic in the already congested Crums/7th Street/Dixie Highway intersection.
The $35 million New Dixie Highway Project prioritizes pedestrian safety. As the project is completed, watch for improved sidewalks, more visible crosswalks – especially near bus stops – and bus stops with adequate room for pedestrians to stand.
Common sense measures like wearing light colored clothing at night and crossing only at crosswalks will remain important for pedestrians. It will also be important for drivers to stay alert and avoid driving distractions.
www.TheNewDixieHighway.com
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