District 12 eNewsletter - December 12, 2018

District 12
Rick Blackwell

Councilman Rick Blackwell
601 West Jefferson Street
(502) 574-1112
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Liz McQuillen
Legislative Aide
(502) 574-1112
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Metro Animal Services' Pets of the Week: Noel and Cranberry!

Noel the dog

Noel, FEMALE DOG

Noel is longing for a home for the holidays, where she can curl up next to you on the couch on a cold winter’s night. The five-year-old is sweet and friendly with strangers and most other dogs. Noel can be fearful in new situations and just needs some time to adjust. The Labrador Retriever/Boxer mix knows some basic commands and appears to be housetrained.  Noel weighs about 45lbs and she’s already spayed, microchipped and up-to-date on vaccinations. You can meet Noel at Animal House Adoption Center, Tuesday-Sunday 12-6pm. Questions? Send an email to animalservicesadoption@louisvilleky.gov or call 502-473-PETS

Cranberry the Cat

Cranberry, FEMALE CAT

Cranberry is a shy, but friendly Calico that came to the shelter when her owner moved but left her behind.  Can you give this adorable one-year-old a home for the holidays? Cranberry has lived with other cats in the past. She weighs about 7lbs. and is spayed, microchipped and up-to-date on vaccinations. Adopt Cranberry for free, thanks to the Pay It Forward Program. To meet or adopt Cranberry, visit Animal House Adoption Center, located at 3516 Newburg Rd., Tuesday-Sunday 12-6pm. For more info about Cranberry, email LMAS at animalservicesadoption@louisvilleky.gov.


Adopt a Family Holiday Celebration - Today

adopt a family

Jingle Bell Adventure Camp @ Sun Valley - December 26th, 27th, 28th, and January 2nd, 3rd, 4th

Jingle Bell Camp

Public Meeting Notice - 4738/4734 Dixie Hwy

4738 Dixie Hwy

JCPS Student Assignment Plan Public Survey - Open Now Through Dec 21st

JCPS

Jefferson County Public Schools (JCPS) today opened a survey to gather input from parents, students and community members as the district reviews and considers changes to its student assignment plan. The survey runs through Friday, Dec. 21.

Information from the survey, and from a series of community listening sessions held earlier in November, will help form a recommendation to the Jefferson County Board of Education in early 2019. Changes to the plan would begin being implemented in the 2020-21 school year.

The district reviews its student assignment plan every five to seven years and makes changes as necessary. Since the current student assignment plan was approved, multiple factors have changed, including population shifts and changing student demographics; passage of a racial equity policy; a districtwide review of JCPS facilities and magnet programs and policies; and the state audit.

The survey is available here. In addition, students, parents and community members will be selected at random to complete the survey, making sure to include respondents from specific groups and organizations to ensure an accurate report.


Help Give Hope to the Homeless

Coalition for the Homeless

As the weather gets colder, it becomes increasingly dangerous for those who are homeless.Several constituents have reached out wanting to help but don't know the best way to do so.

There are many outreach organizations who are checking on homeless individuals and distributing needed supplies. If you can, please consider donating the following items:
- Coats
- Socks
- Hats
- Blankets

Check out the Coalition for the Homeless’ website to see some of the member agencies that are working to provide these supplies to those who need it most.


Leaf Drop-Off Period Extended Through December 22nd

Leaves

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.

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.

Public Works Waste Reduction Center

636 Meriwether Avenue

Tuesday – Friday:  9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Saturday:  9 a.m. – 3 p.m.


MSD Leaf Message

Catch Basin

Buy a Brick of Colonial Gardens

Colonial Gardens
Colonial Gardens

Nominate a Beautiful Business!

flowers

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


Kentucky Transportation Cabinet Road Alerts & Updates

KYTC

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

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.

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


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