District 6 Weekly Newsletter

Central Park Clean-up Day

As part of the Mayor’s Give a Day Week of Service, join Olmsted Parks Conservancy and Old Louisville Neighborhood Council in a volunteer effort to beautify Central Park! Please dress for the weather with appropriate footwear. Tools, gloves and guidance will be provided.

2019 Thunder Over Louisville Interstate and Street Closures

Our Money Our Voice - Voting Results

That’s right! The moment you’ve all been waiting for has arrived.

Find out how District 6 residents voted to invest $100,000 of their tax dollars. 

Click the image to learn more. 

Movie Night!

Shakespeare in the Parks - California Park

Due to the rain threat, the event may move indoors to California Community Center. 

ARCHDIOCESE OF LOUISVILLE OFFICE OF MULTICULTURAL MINISTRY UPCOMING EVENTS/PROGRAMS

The Archdiocese of Louisville’s Office of Multicultural Ministry and its Catholic Enrichment Center will host several programs/events over the next few months which are listed below. For additional information please call the Office of Multicultural Ministry (OMM) at 502.636.0296 or the Catholic Enrichment Center (CEC) at 502.776.0262.

Sreenagers Movie Party

In a world where kids are growing up online, stay connected! Join Norton Children’s Prevention & Wellness at the Office of Multicultural Ministry’s Catholic Enrichment Center for a special screening of the movie “Screenagers: Growing Up in the Digital Age” on Thursday, April 25, 2019, 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. This event is open to middle and high school-age kids and their parents. After the movie, stay for a discussion with Norton Children’s medical professionals. Door prizes and refreshments will be offered. Call the Catholic Enrichment Center at 502.776.0262 for more information or to register. The center is located at 3146 West Broadway, Louisville, KY 40211.

Male Prayer Service

“Standing in the Need of Prayer!” Aren’t we all? The Office of Multicultural Ministry’s Catholic Enrichment Center will host a Male Prayer Service on Saturday, April 27, 2019, 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. The center is located at 3146 West Broadway, Louisville, KY 40211. This is a service for males of all ages and is an implementation of the Male Ministry Initiative of the Archdiocese of Louisville’s Strategic Plan. For further details contact the Catholic Enrichment Center at 502.776.0262.

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 date is June 1, 2019. The classes are FREE!! These dates coincide with the national ACT/SAT test dates which are: 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.

Mayor's Give A Day Community Blood Drive

Last Look Available Properties

The Feet but Never the Face: The Role of Black Women in the movement

Central High School Blood Drive

The 2019 Annual Derby Gala

Dare to Defeat Epilepsy

Youth Violence Symposium

Family Fun Fest- Sat., May 18th, 2019

Arbor Day Celebration

Tweet Pothole Locations

Cat of the week

This shy guy is ready to meet his perfect person.  Oliver is an approximately one-year-old Tabby who takes some time to warm up to new people. He’s a sweet cat that just needs a forever home. Oliver’s adoption fee is waived, thanks to the Pay It Forward Program. He weighs about 10lbs. and is neutered, microchipped and up-to-date on vaccinations. You can meet Oliver at Animal House Adoption Center, located at 3516 Newburg Rd., Tuesday-Sunday 12-6pm.

Dog of the week

Amelia is a stunning black beauty that’s very friendly and sweet. The 2-year-old Labrador Retriever mix likes being outdoors but prefers to relax in shady places, like under the agility ramp at Animal House.  Amelia also seems to like other dogs, and can be tested with a potential fur sibling upon request.  Her adoption fee is waived for an approved adopter, thanks to the Pay It Forward Program. Amelia is spayed, microchipped and current on vaccinations. She weighs approximately 57 lbs., knows sit and walks well on leash. Send questions about Amelia to animalservicesadoption@louisvilleky.gov, or call 502-475-6126.  To meet Amelia, visit Animal House Adoption Center (3516 Newburg Rd.) Tuesday-Sunday 12-6pm.

Low-Cost Rabies Vaccination Clinic

Support Independent Restaurants in West Louisville

Kentucky Shakespeare

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

Regulatory Compliance & Asset Management Analyst I, II, or III (Business Analyst)

Job Summary

This position will be filled as a Regulatory Compliance & Asset Management Analyst I, II, or III based on candidate qualifications. 

Regulatory Compliance & Asset Management Analyst I Maintains asset and work order business functions in MSD's asset management application. Maintains monitoring business functions in MSD's environmental data application. Performs quality control across both systems. Reports data to support MSD's asset management program and multiple regulatory programs. Regulatory Compliance & Asset Management Analyst II Maintains asset, work order, condition inspection, building application and license business functions in MSD's asset management application. Maintains monitoring business functions in MSD's environmental data application. Administers quality control across both systems. Reports data to support MSD's asset management program and multiple regulatory programs. Regulatory Compliance & Asset Management Analyst III Maintains asset, work order, condition inspection, building application and license business functions in MSD's asset management application. Maintains monitoring business functions in MSD's environmental data application. Administers quality control across both systems. Reports data to support MSD's asset management program and multiple regulatory programs.Under direct supervision, performs physical, unskilled tasks associated with sewer and drainage maintenance.  Must comply with Federal, State, Local and MSD requirements and regulations.

For a more detailed position description, 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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