| Neighbors,
Last week we let you know that the garbage collection schedule was altered for the holiday in the Urban Services District. The schedule reverts to its regular pick-up days on Mondays and Thursdays starting Monday, Jan. 28th. Many residents in our district have Large Item Set Out Days (Junk Pick-Up) coming up on February 21-24. Again, this applies to those residences within the Urban Services District.
In Council news, the committees for 2019 have been formed. I have been named chair of the Government Oversight, Audit, Ethics, and Appointments Committee and have been named a member of the Economic Development and Labor Committee. The next Metro Council meeting is scheduled for 6:00 p.m., Thursday, February 7, 2019 at City Hall. It will be broadcast live on MetroTV as well.
 Brent T. Ackerson
26th District Councilman
The Sickle Cell Association of Kentuckiana
and the Youth in Action Network
invite you to join them for the
2019 African-American Read-in
Bon Air Branch Library
2816 Del Rio Place
February 16, 2019 - 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Newburg Community Library
4800 Exeter Avenue
February 2, 2019 - 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Western Library
604 South 10th Street
February 9, 2019 - 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Free books! Free books!
While Supplies Last
Be a part of the Youth Literacy Program
Questions? Call Jo Ann Orr (502)767-2260
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Kentucky is advancing the process of issuing Drivers Licenses and Personal ID cards in an effort to improve the security of state-issued credentials and comply with federal standards. The 2005 REAL ID Act requires changes to state standards, procedures, and requirements for the issuance of driver's licenses and identification cards accepted by select federal agencies, including the Transportation Security Administration. On October 1, 2020, Kentucky’s standard licenses will no longer be accepted to board U.S. flights or enter restricted federal facilities, like military bases, nuclear power plants or the White House.
Kentuckians do not need to replace their current credential unless they are within six months of their card's expiration date, they need to update their card due to a name, address, or gender change, or their current card expires after October 1, 2020 and they would like a Voluntary Travel ID.
All Kentucky driver’s licenses and personal IDs will include the following changes:
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New Security, New Look: All credentials will have a new look to house the latest, state-of-the-art security features that will make Kentucky cards among the most secure in the nation.
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Arrive In The Mail: Residents will continue to visit the Circuit Court Clerk’s office in their county of residence to apply for a new credential. The requested credential will arrive in the mail at the address provided by the applicant 5-10 business days later. Applicants will leave the Circuit Court Clerk’s office with a 30-day temporary printed document until the requested credential arrives in the mail.
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Extended Shelf-Life: For the first four years of the new issuance process, non-CDL applicants and applicants over age 21 can choose between a four-year or eight-year credential. Starting spring 2023, all applicants will receive an eight-year credential. CDL credentials will be offered in eight-year renewal cycles only.
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Optional Travel License: A Voluntary Travel ID credential offers all of the benefits of a standard credential, plus they are federally acceptable to board U.S. domestic flights and enter federally restricted facilities once federal enforcement begins on October 1, 2020.
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New Pricing: The cost of all credentials will change to account for the extended renewal cycle and additional security improvements.
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More Engagement, Upgraded Equipment: Expect a more interactive experience at your local Circuit Court Clerk’s office. All locations will receive modern equipment to quickly process required documentation.
What’s staying the same?
- As long as Kentucky has an extension from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) through October 1, 2020, residents may continue to use standard licenses for domestic air travel and federal facility entry. Kentucky's current extension expires August 1, 2019 but the state expects to maintain extensions until Real ID enforcement begins October 1, 2020.
- Residents will continue to visit Circuit Court Clerk’s offices to apply for a new standard credential (driver’s license, permit, personal ID) or Voluntary Travel ID.
- All driver’s license permits will remain valid for three years.
- Applicant may only renew their current credential within six months of the expiration date.
- Kentucky will maintain strict control over its driver’s license and personal ID card programs, and will only share information with law enforcement agencies for the specific purpose of criminal investigation.
- Applicants can still donate to Trust for Life or register to be an organ and tissue donor when applying for a new credential at a local Circuit Court Clerk’s office.
For more information about the New Kentucky State License please visit https://drive.ky.gov/confidentKY/Pages/default.aspx
Plant a tree today.
Grow benefits that last a lifetime.
TreesLouisville, in partnership with the Arbor Day Foundation's Community Canopy program, is offering a limited number of FREE trees to homeowners beginning January 28, 2019.
By planting trees in your yards you can benefit your entire community.
- Trees help clean our water by reducing stormwater runoff and keeping chemicals, oil, and pollutants out of water supplies.
- Studies have shown that children and youth living in greener neighborhoods are calmer and healthier.
- Trees filter airborne pollution absorb carbon dioxide – improving our air quality and slowing climate change.
- Trees can reduce energy consumption by up to 20% each year, leading to money savings for you.
Starting this month TARC riders can pick up their MyTARC payment card, and exchange current paper tickets and passes for equal electronic value
Order MyTARC smart cards online now.
MyTARC electronic fareboxes will be on all TARC buses beginning this month. This new system will allow customers to pay fare with a simple “tap” of their card, replacing the 20-year-old farebox that only accepted cash and paper tickets.
Customers with current paper tickets and paper passes can trade those in for equal electronic value on their new MyTARC card at Union Station on weekdays beginning at 9 a.m. During a special January introductory period, customers who load an initial fare of at least $5.00 will receive the card for free.
The Slow Food Bluegrass School Garden Grant supports a school garden project based in Louisville, KY with $5,000 distributed over the course of three years: $2,500 in year one, $1,500 in year two, and $1,000 in year three.
To be eligible for a Slow Food Bluegrass Garden Grant, applicants must be a (a) 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization or (b) nonprofit (public or private) K-12 school, developing a student garden project focused on connecting and engaging children with fresh fruits and vegetables.
Priority is given to both limited-resource communities and to projects clearly demonstrating strong buy-in from stakeholders.
Please email your application to info@slowfoodbluegrass.org; applications are due by March 10th.
For more information please visit http://www.slowfoodbluegrass.org/schoolgardens/
For low-income families in Louisville, the City may provide home repairs in dire emergency situations. If you or someone you know has need for this assistance, please contact their office directly. Learn more from the program's website here.
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA:
- Must be owner occupied for at least one year.
- Not available on rental property.
- Must meet income guidelines (See Intake staff)
- May receive assistance once in a five year period.
- Louisville-Jefferson County residents only
TYPES OF REPAIRS
- Furnace Repair or replacement (October-April only)
- A/C Unit- Repair or replacement (Requires medical statement, Available May-Sept. only)
- Electrical repairs/upgrades.
- Water Line repairs/replacement.
- Sewer Line repairs/replacement.
- Water Heater repair/replacement, Gas or Electric.
- Gas Line leaks.
For further information contact Jackie Wilson-Rudy at 502-574-5850 or Jacqueline.Wilson-rudy@louisvilleky.gov
For residents of the Urban Services District, Louisville Metro will be suspending weekly collection of yard waste from now through March 11, 2019. Individuals may request collection as needed through MetroCall at 574-5000.
The Louisville Free Public Library has much more to offer than just books you can check out. They offer free internet access, books on tape, CDs, DVDs, and many classes and events for kids, teens, and adults. Click the photo or name to see what programs are available:
2816 Del Rio Place 40220
(502) 574-1795
(502) 574-1771
*This location is undergoing renovations, and regular programs will be held offsite until Spring 2019. Please check their calendar for the latest information.
4800 Exeter Avenue 40218
(502) 479-6160 |
