As a part of Black History Month, the Louisville Metro Council hosts a program honoring outstanding individuals in our community. Councilman Kevin Triplett selected Sheila Pitts form the Nichols Meadow subdivision. Mrs. Pitts is pictured above between Councilman Triplett and Councilwoman Barbara Shanklin. Congratulations to Mrs. Pitts!

Meet Councilman Triplett and your Legislators

Discuss the Budget Proposals!

Metro Council has been handed an incredibly difficult task to determine a solution to a problem that has been escalating for years. We have to address our budget deficit now and for the foreseeable future, as well as keep our city up & running with the services that we’re accustomed to, and deserve to have. I am interested in hearing your thoughts on this matter. Therefore, I encourage you to join myself and Councilwoman Nicole George on Saturday, February 23^rd at the Iroquois Library, 601 W. Woodlawn Ave at 10:30 A.M. after the Café Louie event.

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Metro Council Budget Committee Announces Schedule for Budget Hearings

Monday, February 25 – Special Budget Committee meeting at 4:30 p.m. Louisville Metro’s Chief Financial Officer Daniel Frockt will be making a presentation. The committee will also hear from two representatives of the Kentucky Association of Counties - Shellie Hampton, Director of Governmental Relations and Rich Ornstein, Staff Attorney, and from J.D. Chaney, Deputy Executive Director of the Kentucky League of Cities.

Thursday, February 28 – Regular Budget Committee meeting at 4:30 p.m. Public Hearing beginning at 6:00 p.m., at the conclusion of the regular committee meeting.

Monday, March 4 – Public Hearing beginning at 6:00 p.m.

Thursday, March 14 – Regular Budget Committee meeting at 4:30 p.m.

Signups for those wishing to address the Budget Committee on February 28 and March 4 begin one hour prior to the start of the hearing on the third floor of City Hall, 601 W. Jefferson Street. Speakers are called in order of signup and have up to three minutes to make comments. Written testimony can be turned in during the meeting and, occasionally, speakers are asked questions by the Committee members. To access the new page with general information, and questions and answers, on the pension contributions, possible reductions in Metro services and the proposed insurance premium tax, the public may visit https://louisvilleky.gov/government/metro-council-district-9/proposed-insurance-premium-tax-and-proposed-reduction-city.

Olmsted Parks Volunteer Event

Join Olmsted Parks Conservancy on Saturday, March 9 from 10 am to 12 pm in Iroquois Park to help restore this scenic reservation by removing invasive plants and cleaning up our urban park woodlands. Other projects might include weeding in landscaped areas, mulching or painting. Please dress for the weather with appropriate footwear. Tools, gloves and refreshments will be provided. Please register here. Hope to see you out there!

LIHEAP

This annual program helps prevent low income residents of Louisville from being disconnected from utility services. It runs through March 29, or until available funds have been expended, whichever comes first. To schedule appointments by phone call 502-991-8391 or go online at louisvilleky.cascheduler.com. The toll-free service is currently open and is available twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week.

Yard Waste Suspended through March 31st

Louisville Metro Solid Waste Management is suspending yard waste through March 30, 2019. Individuals can request collection as needed during this period through MetroCall at 574-5000.

Brightside's Community Wide Clean-Up

Brightside & Passport Health Plan Community-Wide Cleanup date has been set for Saturday, April 13th! Online registration will open on Friday, February 15th at www.brightsideinc.org All cleanup teams will receive bags and gloves at no cost, and the first 5,000 volunteers to register will also receive a free t-shirt! The Supply pick-up date is March 31st at the Iroquois Amphitheater from 2 - 5 P.M.

Upcoming Iroquois Amphitheater Event

Friday & Saturday, April 19th & 20th
8:00 P.M.

"Jason Isbell and The 400 Unit" with special guest "JD McPherson. For ticket information for this show and all Events go to "www.iroquoisamphitheater.com"

Kentucky Kingdom Hiring!

Kentucky Kingdom announced that they are now accepting applications for team members for the park's 2019 season. Park officials said they need to fill approximately 1,400 seasonal positions in departments ranging from aquatics and rides to guest relations and health services. Team members get free admission to the park when off duty, opportunities to receive complimentary admission tickets for family and friends, discounts on food and merchandise and opportunity to attend events held exclusively for team members. Applicants can apply at www.kentuckykingdom.com/join-the-team.

Illegal Signs

These signs are regularly and illegally posted on telephone poles and in the right-of-way of businesses and busy intersections. They clutter our streets and eventually fall down littering our roadways, sewers and environment. If you walk by these signs or live somewhere where these signs are posted, help clean up our community by taking them down and throwing them away.

Volunteers needed for Meals on Wheels

Volunteers are needed to deliver a hot lunchtime meal to seniors within our area, between 10 a.m. and noon. A weekly commitment of approximately two hours is desired. We will train and supply equipment for your use, but you must provide your own transportation. For more information, please contact Tiffany Woodson at 502-574-6420 or tiffany.woodson@louisvilleky.gov

Radon Test Kits Available

Radon is the silent killer lurking inside homes and is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the country. The Louisville Metro Department of Public Health and Wellness is offering free radon test kits while the supply lasts. You can request a kit by calling 574-6650.

Several ABC Notifications

Legal announcement for a Quota Retail Liquor by the Package, NQ Retail Malt Beverage by the Package, and 2 a.m. Extended Package Sales Hours license(s) being applied for by:

Hiwet DHS, LLC.
DBA/ Hiwet Liquors
3296 Taylor Blvd.

The ad ran in The Courier Journal Wednesday, February 6, 2019. For further information go to new location or ownership change.pdf

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Legal announcement for a Quota Retail Liquor by the Package, NQ Retail Malt Beverage by the Package, and Sampling license(s) being applied for by:

Cox’s Smokers Outlet IX, LLC.
DBA/ Cox’s Smokers Outlet #6
4940 Manslick Rd.

The ad ran in The Courier Journal Wednesday, February 6, 2019. For further information go to new location or ownership change.pdf

Discounted Recycle Carts Available!

Councilman Triplett is participating in the discounted recycle cart program with Solid Waste. District 15 residents benefit! The 95-gallon and 65-gallon recycling carts are available for District 15 residents for only $25 -- this is a 50% discount. Due to the change in KY tax code, we must now charge sales tax on the value of the item - therefore the total for the cart is $28 - $25 for the cart and $3.00 for tax. To order your recycle cart call Solid Waste Management (SWMS) at 574-3571 or download the form here: https://louisvilleky.gov/file/2018garbageand recycling cartrecyclingbinplustaxpdf Then mail in the completed form and $28 to SWMS at: Louisville Metro Solid Waste Management Attn: Collection Division 600 Meriwether Avenue Louisville, KY 40217-1146 No partial payments accepted!