District 6 Weekly Newsletter

Music Party in the Park with Old Louisville LIVE April 26

LOUISVILLE, KY---  Who doesn’t love a great free concert in the park? The music party is back with Old Louisville LIVE, the free concert series in Central Park at the end of April. The concerts this year will be on back to back nights for three weekends in late April, mid May and early September. Local food trucks will be onsite, Old Louisville Brewery will be pouring craft beers, and the concession stand will be open with bourbon from Heaven Hill available for purchase. The current schedule of performances is below.

 Old Louisville LIVE Performance Schedule:

Friday April 26, 7:00-10:00 p.m.                                   Louisville Crashers

Saturday April 27, 7:00-10:00 pm                                 In Lightning- Indie Band

Friday, May 10,  7:00-10:00 pm                                    Brutally Handsome-Eagles Tribute

Saturday, May 11,  7:00-10:00 pm                                Monarchs-Rock and Roll

Friday, September  6, 7:00-9:00 pm                                          Hora Certa: Brazilian Jazz Saturday, September 7, 7:00-10:00 pm                               J.D. Shelburne-Country Rock

Louisville’s most fun dance band, the Louisville Crashers are back!  They will open their season of outdoor shows at Central Park with some great energy and fantastic music. The park fills up for the Crashers so come early!

In Lightning’s Ben Short promises that “This is going to be a special show.  We're debuting a lot of new  music.  It's gonna feel like a night at the Orchestra.  Except it’s a night at the Rock Orchestra!”  So they’re  playing this groovy, rockin', cinematic music, and there will be flow artists  spinning LED hoops, batons, etc. in the dark, making an awesome scene to watch.

Brutally Handome, the Eagles Tribute band was a big hit last year, so they are back by popular demand.

Louisville’s beloved Monarchs who have opened for the Beach Boys, Roy Orbison, Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons, will keep the crowd dancing all night. Come and rock the night away.

Ambassador of Jazz, Mike Tracy, will perform with the Hora Certa Brazilian Jazz ensemble in early September. Jazz enthusiasts and lovers of great music are in for a treat.

We end with a bang showcasing J.D. Shelburne’s Country Rock band. J.D. is a native of Kentucky but is now in Nashville to promote his career. So it will be a great night of fun with one of country’s biggest new stars.

Old Louisville LIVE is sponsored by Councilman David James, Louisville Metro Government, Paradise Tomato, Mary and Stan Martin, Treyton Oak Towers, Genscape, The 1300 Association, Third Street Association, Fourth Street Association, St. James Court Association,  Belgravia Court Association, Central Park West Association, Toonerville Trolley Neighborhood Association, Garvin Gate Neighborhood, West St. Catherine Association and BC Plumbing.

For the latest updates about Old Louisville LIVE visit the Old Louisville Neighborhood Council’s website oldlouisville.org or follow us on Facebook at Old Louisville Neighborhood.

OLD LOUISVILLE MANSIONS TOUR

Many of these spectacular homes have not been open to the public for many years. Some like the carriage houses at the Mengel house on Third Street have been recently restored and featured in Steve Wiser’s  book Carriage Houses of Louisville.  The Filson Historical Society has again agreed to open the Ferguson Mansion and allow guests to tour not only the residence, but also the Filson’s current special exhibits.

Tickets are $25 in advance and may be purchased through oldlouisvillemansionstour.com or by visiting  the Old Louisville Visitors Center in Central Park (1340 S. Fourth Street or call (502) 635-5244). Day-of-tickets are $30 and can be purchased online until 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, April 7th or by visiting the Conrad-Caldwell House Museum. Children 12 and under are free. Purchased tickets can be picked up at the Conrad-Caldwell House Museum on Saturday or Sunday starting at 11:45 a.m.

There is ample street parking and the Filson Historical Society has offered tour-goers free parking at their museum and across the street at Third and Ormsby Avenue. For more information about the Old Louisville Mansions Tour, visit oldlouisvillemansionstour.com. Follow the Old Louisville Neighborhood Council on Facebook at facebook.com/oldlouisvilleneighborhood.

Vision Russel - Opportunity Corner Community Garden Meeting

Louisville Grows - Chickasaw Tree Planting

Woman's Club of St. Matthews - Community Forum April 11, 2019

The Woman's Club of St. Matthews will be co-hosting, along with the City of St. Matthews, a Community Forum, on Thursday, April 11, which is open to any resident in Jefferson County, Kentucky, for the purpose of learning about the New Kentucky Drivers Licenses being issued to all Kentucky residents.  Mr. David Nicholson, Circuit Court Clerk of Jefferson County, will speak and answer questions about the new licenses mandated by the Federal Government.  The Community Forum will begin at 6:30 p.m. at the Community Center, 310 Ten Pin Lane. Free parking is available. Please plan to attend this informative program. For more information contact the club at 502-425-0903 or the Jefferson County Circuit Court Clerk office at 502-595-3055

Representatives from Trust for Life will be available for any questions or concerns about how the new drivers license will effect signing up for Organ and Tissue donation. 

African World Academy Presents - A Thunder Brain Buffett

Dog of the Week

Tyson is definitely a knockout and he even knows how to give high-fives! The 2-year-old Border Collie mix is friendly and sometimes shy, but quickly warms up to strangers. This smart fellow knows some basic commands and is easy to leash walk. Tyson loves treats so any additional training should be easy him. Tyson weighs about 60 lbs and is neutered, microchipped and current on vaccinations. You can meet or adopt him at Animal House Adoption Center (3516 Newburg Rd.) Tuesday-Sunday 12-6pm. Send questions about Tyson to animalservicesadoption@louisvilleky.gov, or call 502-473-PETS.

Cat of the Week

Keith Purrban is ready for a forever home now that his injured leg has healed. The handsome 3-year-old Tabby is free to adopt with an approved application, thanks to the Pay It Forward Program.  Keith Purrban weighs 10lbs and he’s already neutered, microchipped and up-to-date on vaccinations.  To adopt or meet Keith Purrban, visit Animal House Adoption Center located at 3516 Newburg Rd., Tuesday-Sunday 12-6pm. Questions? Email animalservicesadoption@louisvilleky.gov or call 502-473-PETS.

LIHEAP funding deadline extended through April 30

LIHEAP funding deadline extended through April 30 Heating assistance program offers relief to qualified low-income residents

LOUISVILLE (March 28, 2019) - Income-eligible residents of Louisville now have more time to apply for funding to help with energy bills, thanks to an extension of the deadline for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP).

The former deadline of March 29 was recently pushed back to April 30 by the Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services, which administers the LIHEAP program through a network of 23 Community Action Agencies across the state.

LIHEAP is a federally-funded program that provides assistance to individuals or families struggling to pay their electric, natural gas or other energy bills. The current phase of LIHEAP, called the “Crisis Component”, assist households that are in a home energy crisis and that are facing disconnection from their utility services. Also again this year, residents who have received a current LG&E bill with a Past Due Balance may be eligible to apply. 

“The extended deadline is great news,” said Eric Friedlander, acting director of Louisville Metro Office of Resilience and Community Services, which administers LIHEAP locally as Louisville’s community action agency. “Our goal is that everyone who is eligible for LIHEAP, and in need of assistance, apply for this program.”

LIHEAP Crisis operates on a first-come, first-served basis until funds are exhausted or through April 30, 2019, whichever comes first.  Benefits provided by this program are paid directly to the applicant’s heating vendor.

To apply, residents must schedule an appointment utilizing the automated appointment system.  Appointments can be scheduled by phone by calling 502-991-8391 or online at www.louisvilleky.cascheduler.com at one of six LIHEAP locations.  The toll-free service is currently open and is available twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week.

Applicants must be a resident of Jefferson County 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 are within ten days of running out.

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 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 (RCS) serves as the administering agency of the Louisville Metro Community Action Agency. For more information about RCS, visit our website: https://louisvilleky.gov/government/resilience-and-community-services or call Community Action Kentucky at 1-800-456-3452.

Goodwill Voucher Program in partnership with Resilience and Community Services

Louisville Metro Office of Resilience and Community Services (RCS), serving as the community action agency for Jefferson County, is happy to share the news that Goodwill Industries of Kentucky has made its voucher program available through Kentucky’s Community Action Agencies.

Income eligible residents of Jefferson County in need of assistance for clothing, household items, furnishings and other supplies may be eligible to receive vouchers redeemable at participating Goodwill retail stores.

Program eligibility:
To be considered eligible for a voucher an individual must:

• Present a need that a Goodwill voucher can help to fulfill
• Be at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines
• Reside in Jefferson County, KY

Documentation required to sign up:

• Copy of picture ID, if available, or other form of ID for the applicant
• Proof of income for all household members for the prior month
• Social Security Cards for all household members
• Proof of primary residency located in Jefferson County

Individuals who meet the income guidelines and provide supporting documentation may be eligible to receive one Goodwill voucher for $50, and up to five vouchers totaling $250. The $250 maximum is a biennial limit.  There will be no refunds from Goodwill if the entirety of the voucher is not used.

Intake procedure:
Applicants can begin the process by either visiting or calling any of the eight Neighborhood Place sites.  Ask the receptionist to speak to a Resilience and Community Services (RCS) staff member regarding the Goodwill Voucher Program.  Applicants will be advised of more details and what documentation will be required to complete prior to the initial appointment.

Click here for a list of Neighborhood Places, addresses, and phone numbers; or call Metro311 by simply dialing 311 or 574-5000 for help locating the Neighborhood Place nearest you. 

(Note: Current RCS clients can ask to discuss this program with their case manager).

Applicants will be served on a first-come, first-served basis until funding is expended.

Want to Address Food Insecurity in Your Community? There's an App For That

Click the link to learn more information on how a county housing authority partnered with a tech nonprofit to deliver food to vulnerable residents. 

https://www.routefifty.com/smart-cities/2019/03/food-insecurity-community-app/155906/

Upcoming April 2019 Simmons College Events

KIPDA - Monthly Meeting Notice

7 Generations African Heritage Culture Camp

Landbank Launches New RFP Properties for March

Transit Authority of River City has invited you to submit on their Section 5310 Grant Application opportunity

GET FREE ADVICE ON APPLYING FOR A GRANT TODAY AT 10 AM. Pre-Application Meeting 10:00 am Thursday March 28, 2019 TARC 1000 W. Broadway Louisville, KY 40203 (in the Training Annex) The Transit Authority of River City (TARC) is seeking project applications to award grant funds under the federal “Enhanced Mobility of Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities Section 5310” program. The program offers funds to improve the mobility of seniors and individuals with disabilities by expanding transportation options available to them. To learn more, come to the free Pre-Application meeting mentioned above. Non-profit organizations, state and local governmental authorities, and operators of public transportation services are invited to apply. To apply online, visit the website: https://www.ridetarc.org/doing-business-with-tarc/ and click on “Current Opportunities” and/or “Section 5310 Grant Applications” and/or “Business Opportunities” The deadline for applications is 3:00 pm EDT Thursday April 25, 2019. For more information contact: Russ Greenleaf, TARC Project Manager rgreenleaf@ridetarc.org 502-213-3361 PLEASE FORWARD THIS EMAIL to other non-profit organizations This invitation is only valid for this email address or domain. Please Log In or Create an Account to view your Invited Opportunities. The opportunity you have been invited to can be accessed after Mar 15, 2019 3:00 PM EDT.

FREE Pet Adoptions

Call for Artist Proposals

The Cabinet for Health and Family Services (CHFS) invites proposals from artists to enhance the visitor and employee experience in the L&N Building in Louisville, Kentucky. Deadline for submissions is April 15, 2019.

As a state-owned facility operating as a satellite of CHFS based in Frankfort, the L&N Building at 908 West Broadway serves a diverse population that speaks at least eight unique languages. Understanding that art can serve as an important means of connecting people and reaching across boundaries, CHFS will commission a significant artwork for a primary public space within the building that conveys a welcoming message. An estimated 10,000 people pass through this public space on a monthly basis. This project is supported by a grant from the Kentucky Arts Council.

More information online: https://chfs.ky.gov/agencies/dcbs/Pages/artists.aspx

Low - Cost Rabies Vaccination Clinic

Police Reports This Week

Crime Mapping

First Division

Major Andy McClinton Andrew McClinton began his career in law enforcement on January 22, 2001 with the former Louisville Division of Police (LPD). As a patrol officer, he served in the former Sixth District (LPD) and First Division. As a detective, he served in the First Division Flex Platoon and in the Criminal Intelligence Unit. He was also a member of the Dignitary Protection Team for three (3) years. After being promoted to Sergeant in 2008, he served in the First Division, Robbery Unit, Professional Standards Unit and the Public Integrity Unit. In 2016, he was promoted to Lieutenant and worked in the Third Division and Administrative Services.  In 2017, McClinton was promoted to Major and commanded the Administrative Services Division. Major McClinton holds a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Political Science from Hanover College. He is a graduate of the Academy of Police Supervision at Eastern Kentucky University and the 136th Session of the Southern Police Institute’s (SPI) Administrative Officer’s Course at the University of Louisville. Major McClinton is married with two (2) children.

Second Division

Major Ryan Bates Bates began his law enforcement career in August 1997 with the Louisville Division of Police. He served in the former Second, Fourth, and Sixth Districts. He was also a member of the Street Crimes Unit and the Gang Squad. After merger, Bates served as a patrol officer in the First Division. He was promoted to sergeant in August 2005. He served as a sergeant in the Second Division where he supervised the mid-watch platoon, FLEX Unit, and Detectives Unit. In 2012, Bates was promoted to lieutenant and assigned to the late-watch platoon in the Fourth Division. He also served in the Second Division, where he supervised the mid-watch platoon and Division Resource Officers (DROs).   After being promoted to the rank of major, Bates commanded the Fourth Division. Major Bates served on the Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) team for 14 years. He served on the SWAT Team as an officer, sergeant, and lieutenant. He was appointed as the Assistant Commander in 2012 and Commander in 2015. Bates has also served on two (2) task forces which were created to address violent crime in the community. Major Bates is a graduate of Xavier University and holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice with a minor in Business. He is also a graduate of the Southern Police Institute’s (SPI) Administrative Officers Course.

Fourth Division

Major Joshua Judah Major Judah has been a police officer for 16 years, joining the former Louisville Division of Police in 2001. He served as a patrol officer all across Louisville, in neighborhoods ranging from Crescent Hill, Clifton, The Highlands, Downtown, Phoenix Hill, Old Louisville, Russell, Shawnee and Portland. He served as a detective in the Crimes Against Children Unit for three years, investigating physical, sexual, and internet crimes against children across Louisville Metro. He was promoted to sergeant in 2009, where he served in the 3rd Division in southwest Louisville. He was promoted to lieutenant in 2011 and served in the Chief’s Office and the 4th Division. Major Judah was most recently the commander of LMPD’s Technical Services Unit, which encompasses all of LMPD’s technical projects. Examples of these projects include body cameras, in-car cameras, investigative software applications, in-car computers, and gunshot detection systems. Major Judah was also responsible for the Real Time Crime Center, which monitors LMPD’s nearly 200 surveillance cameras, as well as the Crime Information Center, which analyzes crime trends and provides strategic intelligence for the LMPD and its law-enforcement partners in the region. Major Judah holds a BA in History from Centre College and is currently pursuing his Master’s Degree in Criminal Justice from the University of Louisville. He was the recipient of LMPD’s Commanding Officer of the Year award in 2015. He is a graduate of the Academy of Police Supervision class 39 at Eastern Kentucky University, the 127th Session of the Southern Police Institute’s Administrative Officer’s Course at the University of Louisville, and the 263rd Session of the FBI National Academy. Major Judah lives in Louisville with his wife Katie and their daughters, Miriam and Leah.

Job Announcement

Senior Buyer

Job Summary

Performs a full range of procurement activities and contract administration for a variety of goods and services as requested by MSD divisions at the best cost to MSD.  Procures goods and services that are generally over $50K and complex in nature.  Develops and reviews request for proposals.  Performs analysis and evaluation requiring complex and difficult market research.  Develops competitive invitations to bid solicitations and approves purchase orders.  Studies market trends and changes and utilizes the Producers Price Index and Consumer Price Index.  Serves as Purchasing Diversity Liaison. 

For more detailed position descriptions, pay information, and to apply please visit our website: http://www.louisvillemsd.org/Careers

Join a Board or Commission

If you are interested in volunteering for one of Louisville Metro Government's Boards and Commissions, now is the time to start. By being a part of a board or commission, you will offer your time and your talents to improve the quality of life in our community.

There are approximately 100 boards and commissions with many areas of interest, including business and economic development, land planning, parks and recreation, public health and public safety.

To learn more about applications, please visit https://louisvilleky.gov/government/mayor-greg-fischer/interested-serving-board-or-commission '

Please find below a list of boards and commissions for an opportunity to serve:

BOARD VACANCIES

• Metropolitan Business Development Corporation
• Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board
• Bardstown Road Overlay District
• Building Code Board of Appeals
• Cemetery Board
• Civil Service Board
• Code Enforcement Board
• Community Action Partnership
• Jefferson County Public Law Library
• Deputy Sheriff Merit Board
• Downtown Development Review Overlay Board
• Downtown Management District
• Ethics Commission
• Fire Protection Districts (Fairdale, Harrods Creek, Highview, Lake Dreamland, Lyndon, Middletown, Okolona, St. Matthews & Worthington)
• Hazard Materials Ordinance Appeals & Overseers Board
• Housing Authority Board
• Human Relations Commission Advocacy Board
• Human Relations Commission Enforcement Board
• Kentuckiana Works
• Landmarks
• Library Advisory Commission
• Louisville Arena Authority, Inc.
• Louisville Public Media
• Merit Board
• Medical Center Commission of Jefferson County
• PARC Board of Commissioners
• Police Merit Board
• Redevelopment Authority
• Science Center
• Urban Renewal Commission
• Vacant Property Review Commission
• Waterworks
• Zoo Foundation Board

REMINDERS

Visit http://www.louisvilleky.gov/MetroPolice/Patrol+Divisions/ to sign up to receive the LMPD’s new crime alert update for your neighborhood. Simply select your LMPD division number, and click "Subscribe to Crime Alerts by Beat" to begin receiving the update.

Visit http://mapit.louisvilleky.gov/  and type in your address to find out when your junk pick-up date is as well as street cleanings and additional information.

Visit https://lge-ku.com/outages/report/streetlight to report a street light outage in your neighborhood. When reporting a street light outage, be sure to have the pole number, which can be found on a metal plate on the pole. 

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