What's Happening in District 4

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Councilwoman Barbara Sexton Smith
601 West Jefferson Street
(502) 574-1104
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The Fourth District includes the Downtown-Central Business District, and the neighborhoods of Butchertown, California, Germantown, Irish Hill, Meriwether, Original Highlands, Paristown Pointe, Phoenix Hill, Portland, Russell, Shelby Park and Smoketown.

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Street Closures

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The following streets will be CLOSED during the following times on Monday, May 27 for the Mayor's Hike, Bike, & Paddle:

6:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

  • Witherspoon Street from Brook Street to River Road
  • Witherspoon from Campbell to Clay
  • Clay from Main to Witherspoon
  • Shelby from Main to Witherspoon
  • Campbell from Main to Witherspoon
  • River Road from Preston Street to Witherspoon- Canoe/Kayak lane on West Bound River Road –open from Orange Lot to green Lot
  • Floyd Street from Washington Street to Witherspoon Street (Access will be allowed for Waterfront Park Place residents)
  • Preston Street from Market Street to Witherspoon Street

6:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

  • Witherspoon Street from First Street to Bingham Way
  • Brook Street from Witherspoon Street to Jefferson Street
  • Market Street from Floyd to Southwestern Parkway
  • Ramp from Interstate 64 westbound to Third Street
  • Ramp from Interstate 64 westbound to 22nd Street
  • Southwestern Parkway from Shawnee Park Road to Market Street 
  • Northwestern Parkway from 33rd Street continuing to Southwestern Pkwy to Shawnee Park, Southwestern Pkwy from Shawnee Park to River Park.
  • Floyd Street from Market Street to Washington Street.

The following streets will have NO PARKING during the following times on Monday, May 27:

1:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

  • Witherspoon Street from 2nd Street to Preston Street
  • Washington Street from 2nd to Preston Street

1:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

  • Floyd Street from Witherspoon Street to Market Street
  • Brook Street from Witherspoon Street to Main Street
  • Market Street from Preston Street to Southwestern Parkway
  • Northwestern Parkway from 33rd Street continuing to Southwestern Pkwy to Shawnee Park, Southwestern Pkwy from Shawnee Park to River Park.

Look Who's Pictured in District 4!

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The Fund for the Arts launched the Ed Hamilton Society at 1619 Flux with a huge crowd and great discussion. Many thanks to Carolle Jones Clay for leading the way and promoting diversity and inclusion.

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Yes — it's true! A small grocery store opened downtown and it has a lot to choose from: fruits, vegetables, basic food items, paper products, and a deli. Please stop, shop, eat, and go. Superior Market and Deli is located on the Corner of West Broadway at 3rd Street next to the Brown Theater.

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May 15th we celebrated another annual CakeWalk in District 4 by walking through the beautiful, historic Paristown Pointe neighborhood located near East Broadway, Brent, Barret, and Breckenridge Streets. Joann Robinson and Cindy Pablo led the way and neighbors had plenty of exciting things to say! Mark your calendar for the July opening of the Old Forester Performance Hall.

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"Love In the Street," a poetry installation on South 4th Street debuted last Thursday! It features poems from writers ages 3 to 80 etched into the sidewalk on the block between Chestnut Street and Broadway. Great job to everyone who made this project possible!

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Oh my goodness! Walking down 4th Street just one block North of Broadway you might think you stepped into New Orleans when you see this beautiful restaurant garden waiting just for you. Stop by Marketplace Restaurant soon. You'll be glad you did!

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Councilwoman Sexton Smith can be seen any day walking somewhere in District 4 talking with neighbors to see what's on their minds. These fine folks were enjoying the great weather on 24th Street waiting for the new Cajun restaurant to open soon on the corner. Y'all come!

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Working through the weekend and even on Sunday, you'll see our great team members from Louisville Downtown Management District sweeping the streets and picking up litter. Let's all pitch in and help — use the trash cans please!

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Rev. Bernard Crayton and First Lady were honored for 20 years of pastoral leadership at Little Flock Missionary Baptist Church in Shelby Park neighborhood. Fellowship, fun, and a great sermon were enjoyed by all!

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Simmons College of Kentucky celebrated 29 graduates on May 19th during the 140th commencement. All students graduate debt free and anyone can register. Demetrius Gunn is one of only eight graduates in Kentucky to receive a Congressional medal this year from Washington D.C. Congratulations!

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Shopping is becoming more fun and easy to do in Downtown Louisville. Check out the fashions for men and women at Talbott's located at 217 S. 5th Street between Market and Jefferson. Wanda is all smiles, waiting to help.

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Ta’Neile Simmons, from Louisville, earned an Internship Abroad in Paris, France with global experiences in their business fashion sector! She will be interning for kilometer.paris Fashion House doing data analytics, marketing development and helping with social media marketing. Ta’Neile graduates from UK in December 2019 with a job offer in hand from Nordstrom headquarter in Seattle, Washington. 

Metro District 4 and Bates Memorial are so very proud of you. You Go Girl!


"Love in the Street" Self Guided Tour information

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Your tour begins at 4th and Broadway, near the southeast corner of Kindred Square. Next to the brick arch, you will find a poem:

  • Juliana Hermann, My New Kentucky Home

Continue north on 4th Street past Kindred Square, where you will find five more poems:

  • Samantha Plappert, Street Walking
  • Virginia Johnson, I Was Birthed in this City
  • Lucy Plappert, Lucy’s Dream / How To Conquer
  • Rukya Sayidali, They’ll Never Understand
  • Andy Aliaga-Mendoza, Two Love Lines

Continue through the speed bump and experience three more poems before you get to Chestnut Street.

  • Robin Garner, I Fell in Love…
  • Mackenzie Berry, All This Sloppy Love & Grit(s)
  • Lance Newman, Swallowed By Red

At Chestnut Street, cross 4th and head south along the other side of the block. Three more poems await!

  • Dan Trabue, With Each Stone
  • Alazhia Mobley, You Have to Push the Clouds
  • Christopher deRome, Pinholes

Continue through the speed bump and keep looking for nine more poems.

  • Sharon P.S. Marx, CityHeart
  • Ann V. DeVilbiss, Street Perennial
  • Shane Wood, Through Closed Eyes
  • Matthew Thomas Keith, Love Poem for Louisville
  • Charmae Cuff, Land of the Free
  • Dominique Brown, Sunrise
  • Rachel Spivey, My Home My Heart
  • Andy McLeroy, You Know Me So Well
  • Lashell Carter, We Are Beautiful

This concludes your tour of Love in the Street! for more information, visit https://louisvilleky.gov/government/public-art


May 23 - Library Lane Community Meeting 4:30-7:00pm

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HCM is Seeking Volunteers!

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HCM is seeking volunteers to pick-up donated food from local vendors and bring back to our Food Pantry on a weekly basis. Driving and lifting required.
Drop-off Location:
HCM's Main Campus
1228 E. Breckinridge St.
(at the corner of Barret Ave.)
For details, contact:
Program Director, Danah Smith:
Phone: (502) 451-3695 x213
Food Pantry Coordinator, Tiffany Murphy:
Phone: (502) 451-3695 x260

May 25 - LFPL Creative Writing Workshop 2:00-4:000pm

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May 28 - LFPL Embracing the Artist Within 5:30-7:00pm

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May 27 - Subway Hike, Bike & Paddle Returns!

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The Subway Fresh Fit Hike, Bike & Paddle is a twice annual event held every Memorial & Labor Day. Thousands of participants flock to Waterfront Park to enjoy a morning full of fun. Bring the entire family for this free, healthy community event. Various fitness demonstrations start the day including yoga, tai chi and zumba. There are numerous vendor booths available for information and giveaways. After all of that, take your pick from a 5k hike, 12.5-mile bike ride or a paddle on the Ohio River. This event is not a race. It is open to participants of all levels and we encourage everyone to get out and enjoy the festivities!  

Free t-shirt while supplies last. Go Green! Bring your own water bottles!  Fill stations are available at Waterfront Park.


May 27 - FREE LMA 90th Anniversary Concert 12:00pm

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May 29 - Chef Space West on Wednesday 12:00-2:00pm

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May 30 - Sickle Cell Anemia Day 11:00am-10:00pm

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May 31 - Tour Louisville's West End! 8:45-11:00am

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June 1 - 1619 Flux Local Art Exhibition 5:00-8:00pm

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Email "RSVP YES" to info@1619flux.org or visit Facebook.com/1619Flux


June 1 - LNC Open House Tree Giveaway 11:00am

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June 1 - Kindergarten Readiness Camp 10am-2pm

Kindergarten Readiness Summitt

June 1 and 2 - Butchertown Art Fair on E. Washington

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This FREE event will include over 80 booth spaces including artists, craft vendors, food trucks, Mile Wide Beer, Copper & Kings Brandy cocktails, as well as wine. And don’t miss the live music and street performers!

Artists are invited from across the region and prizes are awarded to the best as judged by a panel of local experts. They represent a diverse mix of mediums from painting, photography, jewelry, woodcraft, and many more. Musical entertainment is provided through both days by local performers and musicians of all styles. A variety of food trucks and drinks are also available!


June 3 - Origami Monsters at the Western Library 2pm

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June 4 - Traffic Stops Panel Discussion 5:00-7:00pm

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The Louisville Independent Business Alliance (LIBA) is hosting the 11th Annual Buy Local Fair! Presented by the Louisville Water Company with support from Amish Hills Furniture and Louisville Metro Council, there will be more than 200 booths from a variety of local businesses, artists and craftspeople, food & drink vendors, community organizations, farmers and “Kidpreneurs.” Joins us for live music, Rainbow Blossom Cooking Competition, craft cocktail competition, Cox's Smokers Outlet Backporch area for the grown ups, ValuMarket Craft Beer Tent and the Face It Movement Kids' Fun Zone. Admission to the Buy Local Fair is free and parking is $7 per vehicle (or free for bicycle parking). Visit https://www.keeplouisvilleweird.com/buylocalfair for more info. #BuyLocalFair 

June 19 - Juneteenth Jubilee 7:30-9:15pm

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Juneteenth Jubilee, a public celebration of the 10-year anniversary of the Lincoln Memorial at Waterfront Park will take place on June 19, 2019, from 7:30-9:15 p.m.

The 2019 Juneteenth Jubilee will begin at 2nd and Main on the KFC Yum! Center Plaza with a community gathering in remembrance of the thousands of enslaved Africans sold at this site in the 1800s. Grand Marshal Ed Hamilton and the River City Drum Corp will lead participants through Downtown Louisville in a march for freedom (approximately 1 mile) to Waterfront Park. At the Lincoln Memorial, sculpted by Hamilton a decade ago, a sunset performance will celebrate freedom, featuring guest speakers reading excerpts of the Emancipation Proclamation embellished by artistic responses from Jason Clayborn and the Atmosphere Changers. Other performances will include the River City Drum Corp, the Lanita Rocknettes, AMPED, and many more.

Concessions will be available for purchase during the Lincoln Memorial portion of the event. 

This first community-wide Juneteenth Jubilee commemorates the final communication of the abolition of slavery in the United States on June 19, 1865. June 19th is "Juneteenth National Freedom Day" in Kentucky, in honor and reflection of the significant roles that African-Americans have played in the history of the United States.


June 22 - Hughlett Temple Youth Festival 9:30-5:00

Hughlett Temple Youth Festival

What's going on in the Russell Neighborhood

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Book Rich Environments (BRE) Program
Through the National Book Foundation’s “Book Rich Environments” program, Louisville Metro Housing Authority (LMHA) will partner with the Louisville Free Public Library, Friends of the Library, and local literacy partners to distribute over 14,000 brand-new books to underserved children ages 0 to 18. If your organization is interested in distributing books to your clients, at an event, through a literacy program, or other means, please fill out the request form CLICK HERE on our LMHA website.  A member of the LMHA team will receive this online form and contact you to arrange pickup of your books.  For more information please contact Pam Bischoff atbischoff@lmha1.org or call 502-569-3554.
 
Congratulations!!!!
Russell Neighborhood Health Center is Now Open
1425 West Broadway, Louisville, KY 40203
(502) 584-2992 § Hours M-F 8am – 5pm
The Russell Neighborhood Health Center opened on April 29th formerly known as Park DuValle at City View.  To see photos of the new health center click on the following link:https://parkduvallelivin.wordpress.com/2019/04/29/new-russell-neighborhood-health-center-now-open/
 
 
The U.S. Census Bureau is Hiring
The Census is currently recruiting thousands of applicants in the Jefferson County area for temporary work-from-home and office positions. Are your looking for ways to help your community?
 
Money Matters Club: Vision Board Party
Tuesday, May 21st @ 6pm – 7:30 pm
Louisville Central Community Center, 1300 West Muhamad Ali Blvd.
This group of GOAL Diggers have made a commitment to improving our financial health this year.  We will break down barriers to financial freedom.  We will achieve established savings, home ownership, credit repair, increased salary, assets/investments, and more! Limited space available. To register click here.
 
Kentuckiana Builds Orientations
May 23rd, & 30th @ 10:00 am & 5:30 pm (both dates)
Louisville Urban League, 1535 W. Broadway
Kentuckiana Builds is a 6-week training program that prepares you for a quality profession in fields like electrical, carpentry, pipefitting, plumbing, masonry, insulation and much more. For more information, please call 502-566-3371
 
Central High School Community Work Session
Thursday, May 23rd @ 2:35p-4p
Central High School Library, 1130 West Chestnut – enter through main entrance
Central High School will conduct its 5th Research and Innovation Work Session.  Our research and innovation framework provides a clear and cohesive instructional focus school-wide on six 21st Century Skills that will lay the foundation for providing Central Students a competitive edge in a global society. For more information please contact Crystal Darensbourg at 502-485-8226
 
Focus Community Meeting
Thursday, May 23rd @ 6:30 – 7:30 pm
Joshua Tabernacle Missionary Baptist Church, 426 S. 15th Street
Focus Community Meeting for Delores Pre-School Tutoring Service in the Russell Community. All community residents and leaders are invited to attend. For additional information please email  deloresbutler1240@gmail.com.
 
Opportunity Corner Garden in the Russell Neighborhood
Saturday, May 25th @ 10am – 1pm
Meet in LCCC parking lot, 1300 W. Muhammad Ali Blvd.
Here’s your opportunity to grow a healthier neighborhood!  Meet your neighbors as we go door-to-door conducting a survey.  Who is interested in a shared space to grow fresh food?
 
Russell Neighborhood Association Meeting
Tuesday, May 28th @ 6:00 pm
Russell Vision Center, 2208 W. Jefferson Street
For additional information please email:  msjackie6040@gmail.com
 
4th Annual Kindergarten Readiness Summit
Rethinking Readiness:  Smart from the Start!
Saturday, June 1st @ 10am – 2pm
Louisville Central Community Center, 1300 W. Muhammad Ali Blvd.
This event is for families, teachers, childcare providers, and the community.  We will provide childcare and activities for children ages 3 to 11.  Education, door prizes, food, and more!  The RSVP or for questions call (502) 583-8821 and ask for Patricia.
 
Please visit our website at www.VisionRussell.org for updates, events and much more!
Click here to view the May 2019  issue of the Vision Russell Newsletter.

Things YOU should know

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Louisville-Jefferson County Metro Government

Department of Codes and Regulations
Department of Planning and Design Services
444 S. 5th Street
Louisville,KY 40202
502.574.6230
http://www.louisvilleky.gov/PlanningDesign/

Codes and Regs

The public comment period is 30 days after the announcement is printed in the Courier Journal. If you chose to voice your opinion, letters must be mailed to: Alcohol Beverage Control Board 1003 Twilight Drive Frankfort, KY 40601.

1001 Logan Street

Attached, please find a New Location memo and Courier Journal Legal announcement for an Entertainment Destination Center, Sunday Liquor Drink, and NQ Retail Malt Beverage by the Package license(s) being applied for, located at 1001 Logan Street, Louisville, KY. 40204.  The ad ran in The Courier Journal Friday, May 10, 2019.


Report a Litterer!

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Get directly involved in making Louisville a more litter-free community through the Report-A-Litterer program! It's aimed at motorists who throw fast-food wrappers, cigarette butts, soda bottles or any type of litter out their car window. 

Click Here to Report!


Louisville Metro Home Repair Programs Available!

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Down Payment Assistance Program

available to any homebuyer purchasing a home in Louisville Metro. You do not have to be a first time homebuyer to qualify; however, all homebuyers must be credit and income qualified. All applicants must attend homeownership-counseling classes from a HUD certified counseling agency and obtain the required certificate to apply for the program.

Call Our Office! We Want to Help!

444 S. 5th St. #500 Louisville, KY 40202

(502) 574-5850 -- (502) 574-3749


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Notice of Public Meeting to Discuss a Conditional Use Permit Application for the following address:

 

619 Barret Avenue, Louisville KY 40204

The meeting to discuss the development proposal will be held on: Tuesday May 28, 2019 at 7:00pm 619 Barret Avenue, Louisville KY 40204

This is a proposal for short term leasing. This will be an informal meeting to give you the opportunity to review the proposed plan and discuss the proposal with the developer or his/her representative. Mike Show, Sharp LLC, will explain the proposal and then discuss and concerns you have. We encourage you to attend this meeting and to share your thoughts.

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Louisville Metro Job Opportunities

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Auto/Heavy Equipment Technician I (2nd shift)

Responsible for the maintenance and repair of all MSD Fleet vehicles and equipment, including cars, medium and heavy-trucks, construction and vocational fleet equipment.

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


The Landbank Authority - Last Look properties for May

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Properties are sold for $1 on a first come, first serve basis.  Minimum proof of rehab/demo funds are required and more information can be found via our website here. Please share these updates with your colleagues and networks and as always contact us if you have any questions or concerns.

Neighborhood Associations

Butchertown   butchertownpres@gmail.com 1st Tuesday @ 6:00 pm 

Germantown Paristown 1094 E. Kentucky St. 396-4836 judithmagrem28@gmail.com 3rd Monday @ 6:00 pm

Irish Hill Neighborhood Association For more information info@irishhillneighbors.org 

Original Highlands 1228 E. Breckenridge St 287-3938 driddle121@yahoo.com 3rd Monday @ 6:00 pm 

Paristown Pointe 1228 E. Breckinridge  St 502-587-1595 jorobinson854@icloud.com 2nd Tuesday @6:30 pm

Phoenix Hill 451 Baxter Avene 583-7133 phoenixhillna@gmail.com 4th Monday @ 5:30 pm 

Portland Now 2503 Montgomery St. 438-0189 larry.stoess@gmail.com 1st Tuesday @ 6:30 pm 

Russell Neighborhood -6pm  631 S 28th St. The last Thursday of the month at (502) 389-7004 or email  Jackie Floyd 

Schnitzelburg Area Community Council  St Elizabeth's 1020 E Burnett Schnitzelburg.org

Shelby Park 600 E. Oak Street 417-5336 Shelby Park on Facebook 2nd Thursday @ 6:00 pm 

Smoketown 325 E. Kentucky Street 836-7661 666@webberconsulting.org 3rd Monday @ 6:30 pm

South Fourth Street- Jim Reskin, President


Important Numbers

Metro Call: 311 or (502) 574-5000
Air Pollution: (502) 574-6000
Animal Services: (502) 363-6609 or (502) 361-1318
Louisville Forward/Economic Development: (502) 574-4140
Planning & Design Services: (502) 574-6230
Community Services & Revitalization: (502) 574-4377
Public Works: (502) 574-5810
TARC: (502) 585-1234
PARC: (502) 569-6222
Legal Aid: (502) 584-1254
IPL (Code Enforcement): (502) 574-3321
Congressman John Yarmuth: (502) 582-5129
Solid Waste Management (SWMS): (502) 574-3571
Metro Parks: (502) 456-8100
Metro Police: (Non Emergency) (502) 574-7111 or (502) 574-2111
LMPD 1st Division: (502) 574-7167
LMPD 2nd Division: (502) 574-2478
LMPD 4th Division: (502) 574-7010
LMPD 5th Division: (502) 574-7636
Anonymous Tipline: (502) 574-LMPD (5673)
Metro Safe: (502) 572-3460 or (502) 574-7111
Vacant & Public Property Administration: (502) 574-4016
Brightside: (502) 574-2613
Master Commissioner Jefferson Circuit Court (Foreclosure Sales): (502) 753-4888

Your State Representative or State Senator: http://www.lrc.ky.gov 


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