District 26 eNews | June 20th

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Brent T. Ackerson

26th District Councilman
502-574-1126
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Jeff T. Noble

Legislative Aide
502-574-1126
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Michael Garton

District Liaison 
502-574-1126
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PHONE DIRECTORY

Animal Control
363-6609 

Bon Air Library
574-1795

County Clerk
574-5700

Courts System
595-4428

Drivers License
(Bowman Field)
595-4405

Drivers License
(Downtown)
595-4924

Health and Wellness
574-6520

LG&E
589-1444

Louisville Water Company
583-6610

MetroCall - 311

Mosquito Control
574-6641

MSD
540-6000

Poison Control
589-8222

Police LMPD
574-2187

Police
(St. Matthews)
893-9000

PVA 
574-6380

State Highways
210-5400

TARC
585-1234

Veterans Affairs
595-4447

Zoo
459-2181

Dear Neighbor,

After three months of proposals, investigations, negotiations, and contemplations, Tuesday is the scheduled vote on the FY20 budget, which starts July 1st of this year. 

I have tried to be a clear with you and all citizens of the 26th District about my views on the budget, the process, and what we should be prioritizing in the face of significant budget cuts due to several factors, including increased pension obligations mandated from Frankfort, the heavy debt load carried by Metro Government, rising personnel and healthcare costs, and other issues that we should have planned better to address.  

No matter what, there will be cuts to city services. Some have already taken effect despite the money being appropriated for the remainder of the current fiscal year. While we Citizens, frontline city workers, and public safety advocates, are all feeling the sting of the cuts - some regrettably more so than others - there has yet to be any middle or upper management cuts announced in any department and certainly no staffing cuts in the Mayor's office. That is not good government. When a business sees fundamental shifts or lower-than-expected revenues, management must answer for that failure. Clearly, that is not the mantra for this Mayor. 

There is still time to let my office, all members of Metro Council, and the Mayor and his staff who are lobbying for their version of the budget, know how you feel about this. At least in this office on this side of 6th Street, we will hear your concerns and do what we can to address them. Sometimes those outcomes aren't pretty or painless, but we will do what we can to make life better for you and your family. 

Thanks,

BrentSignature

Brent T. Ackerson
26th District Councilman


In This Issue:


June 24 | Rehab developer meeting

Louisville Metro Government's Department of Economic Development, Develop Louisville and the local banking community want to hear from you. Interested in taking on more rehabs but having trouble financing your projects? Attend the small developer live survey. Please attend this event from 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. at 1619 Flux Art + Activism, 1619 W. Main Street. Bring your charged cell phone to complete the survey during the event.

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June 26 | Waterfront Wednesday

WaterfrontWednesday

Join families from around Louisville Metro for the monthly Waterfront Wednesday concerts happening NOW on the final wednesdays of June, July, August, and September. These events are free and open to the public. Vendors will have food and beverages to sell along with other wares. 

For more information, visit WFPK.org


July 4 | Independence Day!

The Louisville Waterfront Fourth celebration will feature free musical entertainment, family activities, a patriotic installation of 15,000 US flags, festival cuisine, and a Zambelli fireworks display from a barge on the Ohio River.

FAMILY FUN:
The family-friendly Louisville Waterfront Fourth celebration will open at 5pm with a variety of activities produced by popular arts and cultural attractions in the Catfish Louie Kids Area. The activities will be nestled in the shade of the trees near the Children’s Playground and will appeal to a variety of interests – Science, Music, Art and Nature! There will also be a large area devoted to engaging with our community helpers. Families can meet our first responders, fire fighters and police officers who will have special equipment on display.

Celebrate the Fourth with music, fireworks and family fun!

Featuring FREE concerts with performances by The Zach Longoria ProjectJames Lindsey & Company,  Joslyn & the Sweet Compression, and The Spinsters Union of Louisville.

The Catfish Louie Kids’ Area (5-9pm) will feature pony rides; a petting farm; putt putt sponsored by the Louisville Downtown Partnership; and music, art, and other activities.

Fireworks by Zambelli! (10pm)


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July 5/6 | Volunteer to Pick Up the Parks after the 4th!


PickUpTheParks

Every year, Independence Day brings hundreds of visitors to the parks - and with that heavy traffic comes a lot of extra litter. On Friday, July 5 and Saturday, July 6, Louisville Parks and Recreation will host the first-ever “Pick-up the Parks” Days. The event will function as a do-it yourself volunteer project for individuals, families, neighborhood groups and organizations. Louisville Parks and Recreation encourages anyone and everyone to stop by their neighborhood park or one of the suggested parks to check for litter.

Any litter collected can be left in a tied off bag next to any trash can in the park.

Need gloves or trash bags? Those cleaning up the parks can pick up supplies from any of these locations during operating hours starting June 24th:

  • Joe Creason Park, 1297 Trevilian Way, 40213
  • Newburg Community Center, 4810 Exeter Avenue
  • Portland Community Center, 640 N. 27th Street
  • Berrytown Community Center,1300 Heafer Road

For large groups, please contact Volunteer Coordinator Sarah Flarsheim at (502) 574-7275 ahead of the clean-up to ensure there are enough supplies.

Recommended parks for clean-ups. Parks has identified high-traffic parks that might need a little bit of extra attention after the holiday. Those parks are listed below, but those wanting to chip in can clean up any park in the city. 

Win prizes! Share your #LitterFreeLou photos! Be sure to post clean-up photos to social media using the hashtag #LitterFreeLou and tag @loukyparks. Those posting photos will be entered into the Park Prize Raffle. It’s that easy! Have Questions? Contact the Volunteer Coordinator Sarah Flarsheim. Email sarah.flarsheim@louisvilleky.gov or call/text (502) 574-7275.


July 26 | NEW DATE for Juneteeth Jubilee


Juneteenth

Schedule:

  • 7:30pm:  The public is invited to gather at the KFC Yum! Center Plaza, 2nd & Main Streets
  • 8:00pm:  March to the Lincoln Memorial (a distance of approximately 1 mile)
  • 8:30pm: The celebration at the Lincoln Memorial begins
  • 9:15pm:  The event will conclude with a beautiful sunset over the Ohio River

Umbrellas are permitted, tents are not permitted.  Food, beverages, and crafts will be available for purchase at the Lincoln Memorial beginning at 7:30pm.

TARC will provide a free circulating shuttle at 15 minute intervals from 8:15-9:45pm between the Lincoln Memorial, the Green Parking Lot (adjacent to the Great Lawn), and Yum! Plaza at 2nd & Main. Shuttle stops are indicated by a red t on the route map below (printable version here). Parking is also available at locations indicated on the map. (Please note that the Wharf Parking Lot is paid parking.)

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Summer Swim opportunities

SummerSwim

St. MAM needs your help to help your neighbors in need

StMAM

St. Matthews Area Ministries (St. MAM) needs your help in stocking their shelves. Donations may be dropped off Monday – Friday between 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. The St. MAM entrance is under the carport on the backside of Beechwood Baptist Church, 201 Biltmore Road, next to the playground.

Early Essentials for Infants & Toddlers – baby wash, baby wipes, lotion, diaper cream, diapers (all sizes) and pull-ups.

Personal Hygiene & Nonfood Items – body soap, denture cleaner, depends, household cleaning products, paper towels, shampoo, toilet paper, toothpaste and toothbrushes.

For more information on St. MAM and how to get involved, please click here


Hello! There's a New Metro311

311 mobile app-2019

This week MetroCall switched to a new Metro311 reporting system for the general public. You can now report issues, track issues, view past issues, comment on issues, and more from one site. Please visit http://iframe.publicstuff.com/.

To report a new issue, follow these steps:

  1. Visit http://iframe.publicstuff.com/
  2. For City, type in Louisville and select “Louisville Jefferson County Metro Government”
  3. Program developers suggest you now “sign up” for an account in top right corner. This will allow the system to track all requests. You can also choose not to sign up, which will let you make service requests anonymously.  
  4. To report an issue, select the issue or type something into the search box. Then select issue.
  5. Next fill out the series of questions. You can enter an actual address or drag and drop the pin on the map to the location. Please be sure to check the address to ensure it’s a valid address.
  6. Include all details in the description and click submit.

Play around with the new system to become familiar with all the great features. You can now track other people’s service requests and the system will keep them in your account. Please let our office know if you have any issues.


2019 Youth Culture Pass

Culture Pass

Now Showing! Kentucky Shakespeare in Central Park

Join us in Old Louisville’s Central Park May 29-August 4, 2019 for the 59th season of your free Kentucky Shakespeare Festival.

The season features 7 different productions – a comedy, history, and tragedy in our main stage series plus productions from guest companies and our Globe Players high school student troupe. Food trucks open at 6:30pm, Kids’ Globe with free activities for youth is open 7:00pm-8:00pm, bar opens at 7:00pm, pre-show at 7:15pm, and show starts at 8:00pm. Perfect for the whole family – including adults, children, and pets. As always, performances are free and no tickets are required for entry.

2019 SEASON DATES

AS YOU LIKE IT
June 20

HENRY IV, PART TWO
June 20, 21, 22, 23; July 14, 16, 19

THE TRAGEDY OF KING LEAR
June 27, 28, 29, 30; July 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7; July 10, 12, 18, 21

Globe Players High School Theatre Training Program
presents TWELFTH NIGHT
July 24-27

Cincinnati Shakespeare presents ROMEO AND JULIET
July 28 and 30

Louisville Ballet presents CLEOPATRA: QUEEN OF KINGS
July 31-August 4

LATE NIGHT SHAKES with the Louisville Improvisors
Saturdays 6/22, 7/6, 7/20

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Help restore Seneca Park!

Olmsted Parks Conservancy hosts park restoration volunteer opportunities in Seneca Park on Tuesdays from 1:30 – 4:30 p.m. Tasks may include invasive plant removal, mulching, painting or general park beautification. Gloves, tools and guidance provided. Dress for the weather and working outdoors. Limited space is available. Please register online at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/volunteer-event-seneca-park-tickets-56123409629 

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See a street light out? Report it using this link

StreetLight

If you see a street light out in your neighborhood (or anywhere in Louisville), LG&E has provided a link you can use to report the issue. Click here to let them know! 


New Kentucky Drivers License Info

The New KY Drivers License:
Get Ready for Changes

CLICK HERE for more information

DriversLicense

Metro Emergency Repair Program

For low-income families in Louisville, the City may provide home repairs in dire emergency situations. If you or someone you know has need for this assistance, please contact their office directly. Learn more from the program's website here

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA:

  • Must be owner occupied for at least one year.
  • Not available on rental property.
  • Must meet income guidelines (See Intake staff)
  • May receive assistance once in a five year period.
  • Louisville-Jefferson County residents only

TYPES OF REPAIRS

  • Furnace Repair or replacement (October-April only)   
  • A/C Unit- Repair or replacement (Requires medical statement, Available May-Sept. only)   
  • Electrical repairs/upgrades.    
  • Water Line repairs/replacement.   
  • Sewer Line repairs/replacement.   
  • Water Heater repair/replacement, Gas or Electric.   
  • Gas Line leaks.

For further information contact Jackie Wilson-Rudy at 502-574-5850 or Jacqueline.Wilson-rudy@louisvilleky.gov


Vacancies on Louisville Metro Boards and Commissions

Get involved in Louisville Metro government and governance by joining one of the 80+ boards and commissions that oversee and advise public officials on how to best move our city forward. Here are just a few of the boards that are looking for additional members. Click here or on their name to learn more

 

AFFORDABLE HOUSING TRUST FUND BOARD

AIR POLLUTION CONTROL DISTRICT BOARD

BI-STATE BRIDGE AUTHORITY

BOARD OF HEALTH

BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENT

CITIZENS COMMISSION ON POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY (CCPA)

COMMUNITY ACTION PARTNERSHIP ADMINISTERING BOARD

CRIMINAL JUSTICE COMMISSION BOARD

DEPUTY SHERIFF MERIT BOARD

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE PREVENTION COORDINATING COUNCIL (DVPCC)

DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT REVIEW OVERLAY BOARD

ETHICS COMMISSION

FRIENDS OF METRO ANIMAL SERVICES (FOMAS)

HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION ADVOCACY BOARD

KENTUCKIANAWORKS GREATER LOUISVILLE WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT BOARD

LANDMARKS COMMISSION

LOUISVILLE FILM ADVISORY COMMISSION

LOUISVILLE REGIONAL AIRPORT AUTHORITY BOARD

MEDICAL CENTER COMMISSION OF JEFFERSON COUNTY

MENTAL HEALTH DIVERSION BOARD

METROPOLITAN BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION

MSD

NULU REVIEW OVERLAY DISTRICT COMMITTEE (ADVISORY)

PARC (PARKING AUTHORITY OF RIVER CITY, INC.)

POLICE MERIT BOARD

REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY

RIVERPORT AUTHORITY

RIVERSIDE - THE FARNSLEY-MOREMEN LANDING

SCIENCE CENTER BOARD OF DIRECTORS

SMOKETOWN NEIGHBORHOOD PLAN

SUBURBAN FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT BOARD OF TRUSTEES: BUECHEL

SUBURBAN FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT BOARD OF TRUSTEES: JEFFERSONTOWN

SUBURBAN FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT BOARD OF TRUSTEES: ST. MATTHEWS

TAX APPEALS BOARD

URBAN RENEWAL COMMISSION

URBAN SERVICES DISTRICT BOARD

WASTE MANAGEMENT DISTRICT 109 BOARD

WATERWORKS

ZOO FOUNDATION BOARD

 


Learning at Your Neighborhood Library

The Louisville Free Public Library has much more to offer than just books you can check out. They offer free internet access, books on tape, CDs, DVDs, and many classes and events for kids, teens, and adults. Click the photo or name to see what programs are available:

BonAirLibrary

Bon Air Public Library

2816 Del Rio Place 40220
(502) 574-1795

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St. Matthews-Eline Library

3940 Grandview Ave. 40207
(502) 574-1771

NewburgPublic

Newburg Public Library

4800 Exeter Ave. 40218
(502) 479-6160