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The annual program that helps prevent low income residents of Louisville from being disconnected from utility services begins Monday, Jan. 7, 2019.
LIHEAP, the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program, is administered by Louisville Metro Office of Resilience and Community Services. The Crisis Component of LIHEAP will run from Jan. 7 - March 29, or until available funds have been expended, whichever comes first.
This year’s Crisis Program once again features expanded eligibility which allows residents receiving a current utility bill with a past due amount to apply, in addition to continuing to serve residents receiving a disconnect notice.
Residents wishing to apply must make an appointment utilizing the automated appointment system. Appointments can be scheduled by phone by calling 502-991-8391 or online at louisvilleky.cascheduler.com. The toll-free service is currently open and is available twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week.
Applicants must be Jefferson County residents with a household income at or below 130 percent of the federal poverty guidelines (e.g. for a household of four, the gross monthly income cannot exceed $2,720.00).
Applicants must also meet one of the following eligibility requirements:
- Disconnect notice from utility service provider, or
- Current bill with a past due amount, or
- Eviction notice if utilities are included in the rent, or
- Bulk fuel is within four days of running out; or
- Pre-paid electric services is within ten days of running out.
Applicants must provide the following documents.
- Proof of all household income for the preceding month (Food Stamp award letter, Social Security Award letter, pay stubs, or other proof of $0 income). Note: Zero Income forms are available at the LIHEAP offices or at 701 W. Ormsby Ave., Suite 201 or by clicking here.
- Social Security card(s) or (official documentation with Social Security Numbers) or Permanent Residence card (Green Card) for each member of the household; and
- Disconnect notice or a current bill with a past due amount; or
- Eviction notice if heating expenses are included in the rent. If heat is included in rent, clients must also provide a copy of the lease in addition to the eviction notice; or
- Statement from utility company that shows 10 days or less of service if participating in pre-paid electric service.
Individuals who are unable to apply for this program in person may send an authorized representative on their behalf with a signed, written, note including the applicant’s name, address, phone number, Social Security Number, and the name of the designated representative. The authorized representative must provide a picture ID to verify they are the person designated in the note. Residents who are homebound and who are unable to send a representative may call 502/780-7937.
LIHEAP applications will be completed at the time of the appointment at one of the six locations listed below.
- Northwest Neighborhood Place/Academy at Shawnee, 4018 W Market St., 40212
- South Central Neighborhood Place, 4255 Hazelwood Ave., 40215
- Neighborhood Place Ujima/Duvalle Education Center, 3610 Bohne Ave., 40211
- Neighborhood Place/Bridges of Hope, 1411 Algonquin Pkwy., 40210
- Newburg Community Center/East, 4810 Exeter Ave, 40218
- Southwest Government Center/Dixie Highway location. 7219 Dixie Highway, 40258
Individuals who require more information can contact Metro311 by simply dialing 311 or 574-5000, visit the website’s On Line Customer Service or Live Chat at www.louisvilleky.gov/metro311, email metro.311@louisvilleky.gov, or download the free Metro311 app from the website. Residents can also call Metro United Way’s 2-1-1 help referral service.
LIHEAP is made possible by the United States Department of Health and Human Services and is a pass through block grant from the Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services, which contracts with Community Action Agencies across the state. Louisville Metro Office of Resilience and Community Services serves as the administering agency of Louisville Metro Community Action Partnership. For more information about Community Services, visit our website: https://louisvilleky.gov/government/resilience-and-community-services or call 574-1157 (TDD available at Metro311– 574-5000); or Community Action Kentucky at 1-800-456-3452.
The Louisville Metro Council Budget Committee is announcing the following schedule for hearings on the increase in pension contributions required by the Kentucky Retirement Systems, possible reductions in Metro services and a proposed increase in the insurance premium tax.
The first will be on Feb. 28 at 6 p.m., following the committee meeting in Council Chambers at 601 W. Jefferson St. The second public meeting will be on March 4 at 6 p.m., also in Council Chambers. Those wishing to speak at these meetings can do so starting an hour before they start, on the third floor of City Hall.
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.
The committee has also created an online form for questions about these issues. Answers will be coordinated by the Louisville Metro Office of Management and Budget. Questions may be submitted online using this form: https://louisvilleky.wufoo.com/forms/submit-questions-on-the-proposed-bu... All questions should be submitted by March 6 to allow for responses to be posted online by March 14.
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-in....
 The New KY Drivers License: Get Ready for Changes
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MARCH ROLL-OUT
March 19-March 26 is the tentative date for the Jefferson County roll-out of the new license process.
  For more information please visit labcservices.org
One Love Louisville Ambassador Institute, Sponsored by Heine Brothers Coffee
Our next Ambassador Institute will be February 23, 2019 at the Heine Brothers Head Quarters in the Portland neighborhood from 9:30AM-2:30PM. A light breakfast and lunch will be served. Please register in advance to secure your place in the training.
RSVP
One Love Implementation Team Meeting is Tuesday, February 26, 2019 from 5:30-6:30 PM. As a reminder, Implementation Team Meetings are held on the last Tuesday of every month in Metro Hall.
Participate in a process of facilitating the success of One Love Louisville comprehensive violence prevention action plans.
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The Louisville Metro Air Pollution Control District (District) proposes to revise a construction permit for American Synthetic Rubber Company (synthetic rubber production), 4500 Camp Ground Road, in accordance with Regulation 2.03. The purpose of the revision is to clarify the following Strategic Toxic Air Reduction (STAR) requirements in the Plantwide STAR Requirements section of the construction permit: Specific Conditions S1.b.i.; S1.b.ii.; S3.c.i.; S3.d.i.; S3.d.ii.; S3.e.i.; S3.e.ii.; and S3.e.iii. The 30-day public comment period starts on January 27, 2019, and ends on February 26, 2019. A public hearing may be scheduled if the District determines that there are germane, unresolved issues or substantial public interest, in accordance with Regulation 2.07.
Drafts of the permit and summary are available at the District office, 701 W. Ormsby Avenue, Suite 303, Louisville, between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, by calling Matt King at (502) 574-6000, emailing airpermits@louisvilleky.gov, or at the following website: http://www.louisvilleky.gov/APCD/docket. Copies of the application are available upon request. Written comments will be accepted at airpermits@louisvilleky.gov until midnight or at the District office until 5:00 p.m. on February 26, 2019.
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The Louisville Metro Air Pollution Control District (District) proposes to issue an administrative revision for ownership change to the operating permit for DuPont Specialty Products USA, LLC (manufactures vinyl fluoride), 4250 Camp Ground Road, in accordance with Regulation 2.16. The 30-day public comment period starts on January 31, 2019, and ends on March 4, 2019. A public hearing may be scheduled if the District determines that there are germane, unresolved issues or substantial public interest, in accordance with Regulation 2.07.
Drafts of the permit and summary are available at the District office, 701 W. Ormsby Avenue, Suite 303, Louisville, between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, by calling Matt King at (502) 574-6000, emailing airpermits@louisvilleky.gov, or at the following website: http://www.louisvilleky.gov/APCD/docket. Copies of the application are available upon request. Written comments will be accepted at airpermits@louisvilleky.gov until midnight or at the District office until 5:00 p.m. on March 4, 2019.
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Feb 4, 11 and 21, Passport Health Care Community Engagement at two locations Passport members are invited to join representatives from Passport Health Care for one-on-one consultations to discuss plan benefits and options. This is a great opportunity as Passport aims to raise awareness and educate the community about the Passport Health Plan mission. Passport members will receive a $10 retail gift card for attending.
- Feb. 4 and 11, at First Neighborhood Place, 1503 Rangeland Rd (door #16) side of Thomas Jefferson Middle School, 1 – 3 p.m. Call (502) 212-6677 to leave a message telling us that you want to attend.
- Feb 21 at South Jefferson Neighborhood Place, 1000 Neighborhood Place, Fairdale, 2 -3 p.m. Call 1-800-578-0603, ext. 8428 to sign up.
Feb. 7, The Center for Women and Families Outreach at First Neighborhood Place, 1- 5 p.m. Located at 1503 Rangeland Rd (door #24) side of Thomas Jefferson Middle School. For more information, contact Nayelyi Sanchez, Domestic Violence Advocate at (502) 581-7270. Staff with the Center for Women and Families will be on-hand to give an overview of their services which include trauma-informed advocacy and support for qualified families and individuals with supportive services; emergency shelter; sexual assault services; housing; children’s services and more.
Feb 7, Sodexo Hiring Opportunities at First Neighborhood Place, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Located at 1503 Rangeland Road (T.J. Middle School in the W.D. Bruce Building – door #24). Call 313-4700 for more information. Sodexo, a food-service agency, will provide on-the-spot interviews for positions with Jewish Hospital, Our Lady of Peace and University of Louisville Hospital. Bring your resume and be prepared for an interview. This is one of Sodexo’s busiest hiring seasons. Stop by if you are looking for employment that can lead to a full-time or part-time position.
Feb. 12, Free Energy Management Workshops at First Neighborhood Place, 1:30 – 2:30 p.m. Located at 1503 Rangeland Rd. Call 313-4728 or 313-4700 for reservations. Project Warm's free workshops help families take control of their energy usage and learn "do-it-yourself" energy-saving tips. Free supplies will be distributed at the end of the workshop such as clear plastic/tape for windows, caulk to seal openings around windows and sealing foam. Reservations needed to reserve materials
Feb. 12, 19 and 26, Healthy Living Club at South Jefferson Neighborhood Place, 1 – 2 p.m. Located at 1000 Neighborhood Place. Call 363-1483 for more information. Classes are open to anyone interested in gaining more knowledge to live a better and more fulfilling life. This month’s workshops beginning Feb. 12th are focused on finances including these topics: “Banking”, “How to Use Credit”, “Scams You May Encounter”, and “Financial Abuse- Are You A Victim”. Guest Speakers are Joseph Cecil with Bank on Louisville and Sandra Pace with the U.S. Armed Forces.
Feb. 14 and 20, A Healthy Journey for Two Educational Baby Shower at two locations For more information, contact Mendy Mason at 502-341-5400. A Healthy Journey for Two is an educational baby shower open to any expectant mothers. The class will include a range of information and resources, as well as free baby items, gift cards, prizes, and snacks. Hosted by Seven Counties and KIDSNow. Fathers are welcome but must be registered.
- Feb. 14 at First Neighborhood Place, 1503 Rangeland Rd. 1 – 3 p.m.
- Feb. 20 at Ujima Neighborhood Place, 3610 Bohne Ave., 1- 3 p.m.
Wednesdays, beginning Feb. 20, Freedom from Smoking Class at South Jefferson Neighborhood Place, 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Located at 1000 Neighborhood Place. Call 772-8588 for more information or to sign up for the class. This seven-week program features a step-by-step plan for quitting smoking and each session is designed to help smokers gain control over the behavior. Participants are eligible to receive some free nicotine patches for attending the classes.
Ngoma Movement Series
“Ngoma is Swahili for dance”. “The dance is a poem of which each movement is a word.” - Mata Hari The series of beginning dance classes includes Ballet, Jazz, Liturgical, Hip-Hop, and Modern. They take place from 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. on Wednesdays, ages six through nine and Thursdays, ages three through five. An older age group might be added based upon the number of requests. Space is limited, and you must sign-up. The cost is $25.00 a series. Appropriate dance attire is required. Assistance and resources are available. Contact the CEC at 502.776.0262 to sign-up or for more details. The center is located at 3146 West Broadway, Louisville, KY 40211.
Enhanced After School Tutoring Program & Cultural Institute
Our students are coming home these days with more questions, fewer books and the achievement gap continues to increase. The Office of Multicultural Ministry’s Catholic Enrichment Center is offering homework assistance and basic academic review for students in grades K-12 to assist in bridging that gap. Students will be exposed to alternative learning exercises provided by experienced educators. Tutoring takes place on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. The Cultural Institute is being offered again this year. Sewing takes place on Mondays, Dance on Tuesdays and Arts and Crafts on Thursdays. The daily tutoring sessions are by appointment only and must be scheduled in advance. The program cost is $20 per month per child. Contact the CEC at 502.776.0262 for more details and to schedule your child. The center is located at 3146 West Broadway, Louisville, KY 40211.
Men’s Bible Study
The Office of Multicultural Ministry’s Catholic Enrichment Center is hosting Men’s Bible Study sessions on Tuesdays from 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. This is a weekly opportunity for men to study scripture and explore the power of God’s word while providing an opportunity for men to connect and bond with other men through this male ministry initiative. This program is in partnership with the Naioth School Ministry. For more information contact John Reed at 502.776.0262 or John McKinney, PhD at 502.303.0747. The center is located at 3146 West Broadway, Louisville, KY 40211.
Thea Bowman Institute Certificate Program
The Office of Multicultural Ministry’s next Thea Bowman Institute class will take place on Saturday, February 9, 2019, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. at the Catholic Enrichment Center, 3146 West Broadway, Louisville, KY 40211. The session topic is Black Theology, presented by Greta Stokes Tucker, Ph.D., Diocese of Pittsburgh. Join us as we examine the historical background and origins of Black Theology and analyze the relationship between Black Theology, the Black church and Black liberation movements. We will also explore the major issues and topics that define black theology. The cost of the session is $25.00 per person which includes materials and lunch. The Thea Bowman Program offers a certificate in African American Ministry Studies. It forms students who are laity, religious and clergy in meaningful and effective ministry within the Black community and fosters new leadership among Black people. For more information or to register for the session, call the Office of Multicultural Ministry at 502.471.2146.
- The March class will take place on Saturday, March 9, 2019, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. “Pastoring in the African American Community” Presenter: Deacon James Turner
Black History Month Lecture Series
As we celebrate Black History in the month of February, join us for these exciting opportunities to learn more about Black history in Louisville and the NAACP’s history. The lectures are free.
- Thursday, February 14, 2019, 2:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. - “History of Black Louisville” Presenter: Ms. Martina Nichols Kunnecke, President of the Neighborhood Planning and Preservation, Inc. Louisville Chapter
- Tuesday, February 26, 2019, 1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. - “History of the NAACP” Presenter: Mr. Rauol Cunningham, President of the Louisville Brach NAACP
For more details contact the CEC at 502.776.0262. The center is located at 3146 West Broadway, Louisville, KY 40211.
African American Catholic Leadership Awards Dinner
The Archdiocese of Louisville’s Office of Multicultural Ministry will host its 32nd Annual African American Catholic Leadership Awards Dinner on Saturday, March 2, 2019, 6:00 p.m. at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, 830 Phillips Lane, Louisville, KY 40209. A Silent Auction and Cash Bar will begin at 5:00 p.m. The purpose of this awards dinner is to recognize African American Catholic leadership within the Archdiocese of Louisville. All proceeds from this event will go towards a scholarship fund that assists African American Catholic youth with secondary and post-secondary education. Youth scholarships will be given to young men and women who have demonstrated leadership in their church and school communities. Adults will be recognized for their leadership in the African American Catholic community. Tickets are $70.00 and should be purchased in advance. For further information please call the Office of Multicultural Ministry at (502)471-2146. This is an implementation of the Archdiocese of Louisville’s Strategic Plan along with the National Black Catholic Pastoral Plan. The list of the 2019 award recipients is attached.
ACT/SAT Test Prep
The Office of Multicultural Ministry’s Catholic Enrichment Center is offering ACT/SAT Test Prep Sessions on Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. The center is located at 3146 West Broadway, Louisville, KY 40211. The next dates are: April 6, 2019; and June 1, 2019. The classes are FREE!! These dates coincide with the national ACT/SAT test dates which are: April 13, 2019; June 8, 2019; and July 13, 2019. The test is not offered at the CEC. Call 502.776.0262 for additional information or to register.
Spring Break Explosion Camp
Are you searching for something positive for your child to participate in during spring break? The Catholic Enrichment Center of the Archdiocese of Louisville’s Office of Multicultural Ministry will offer a Spring Break Explosion Camp again this year. It will take place Monday, April 1 through Friday, April 5, 2019, from 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. This week-long program is for youth currently enrolled in grades one through eight and will provide your child with a safe, productive and exciting spring break experience. The cost is $50.00 per child and includes breakfast, lunch, snack, arts & crafts, and much more. The center is located at 3146 West Broadway, Louisville, KY 40211. For additional information or to register please call the CEC at (502)776-0262. |
