DRUG TAKE-BACK DAY IS APRIL 27

The National Prescription Drug Take Back Day addresses a crucial public safety and public health issue. According to the 2017 National Survey on Drug Use and Health, 6 million Americans misused controlled prescription drugs. The study shows that a majority of abused prescription drugs were obtained from family and friends, often from the home medicine cabinet. The DEA’s Take Back Day events provide an opportunity for Americans to prevent drug addiction and overdose deaths.

Lynnview City Hall at 1241 Gilmore Lane is proud to be a National Drug Take Back Site on April 27 from 10AM to 2PM in order to help educate about, and safely dispose of, any unwanted, unused or expired prescription medications.

POTHOLE BLITZ

The annual Pothole blitz is underway. Metro Public Works (MPW) is moving across the city in a grid pattern to patch all the potholes it can find. Here is how to report a pothole:

1. On Twitter use the hashtag #502pothole. Just include the address or intersection where the pothole is located along with the hashtag in a tweet, and you’re done.

2. The pothole reporting form that you can find at the top of the city’s webpage, Louisvilleky.gov. Just click on the “Report a pothole” link and fill in the location information.

3. Contact Metro311 in one of these ways:

• Call them at 311 or 574-5000
• Download the Metro311 app on your smartphone and use it to report a pothole
• Email them at metro.311@louisvilleky.gov

HELP STOP ILLEGAL DUMPING

It is unlawful to dump any waste on property that is not licensed as a disposal facility. Illegal dumpers are subject to fines and impoundment of vehicles. 

To report materials that have been illegally dumped or "junk" set out on the wrong day, use Metro311 or 574-5000.

If you WITNESSED A PERSON illegal dumping and have information (pictures, license plate #, etc.), please report it on our new online form.

DON'T CONTRIBUTE TO THE PROBLEM

• If you hire someone to dispose waste for you, ask to see their Waste Hauler License and do not pay without a disposal receipt. Properly disposing of truck loads of materials costs at least $50 - if you're charged less than that, be suspicious. Perpetrators will often take your money and illegally dump your items to avoid the disposal fee. Drop off up to three household items for free at the Waste Reduction Center. (Disposal fees may apply for additional items.) 
• Only set out junk or bulky items during your scheduled set out period. Residents in the Urban Services District can sign up for set out reminders using the Recycle Coach app. Residents outside of the Urban Services District should call their contracted waste hauler for information. 

TIPS TO PREVENT ILLEGAL DUMPING ON YOUR PROPERTY

• Keep your property well lit and clear of overgrown trees and shrubs.
• Monitor your property - the presence of illegally dumped materials or bulky items set out too early attracts additional dumping. 
• Install security cameras - send your video or photos anonymously to us and enforcement officers can use identifying information to catch the perpetrator.