District 6 Dispatch

St. James Court Art Show Oct 4, 5, &6

The St. James Court Art Show® is a juried fine arts and contemporary crafts show featuring over 700 artists from around the U.S. held among the country’s largest collection of Victorian homes in the heart of historic Old Louisville. This 4-square block, outdoor art show takes place annually on the first weekend of October, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

2019 will be the 63rd annual St. James Court Art Show.

The St. James Court Art Show has been named the #1 Best Fine Art & Design Show in America by Sunshine Artist Magazine!

“We are extremely excited about the honor of being selected #1. The credit really goes to all the people who work tirelessly throughout the year on the show. We must also give recognition to our family of artists who exhibit their work at our show and make it so very special. Thanks again from the St James Court Art Show, A Sense of Place." - Howard Rosenberg, St. James Court Art Show Executive Director

See the Top 20 list here. Subscribers of the magazine can see the complete Top 200 list in Sunshine Artist's September issue.

Public feedback to be presented on Eastern Parkway improvement study

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (Sept. 11, 2019) – The second public meeting on an Eastern Parkway improvement study will be held at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 24, where the project team will present feedback and input gathered from the first public meeting and online.

The Eastern Parkway Transportation Study is aimed at updating the Eastern Parkway corridor between Cherokee Park and Crittenden Drive to make it more user friendly to motorists, pedestrians and cyclists while improving drainage and landscaping.

The first public meeting was held July 11, and more than 200 attended to learn more about the study and provide input on issues along the parkway and what improvements they would like to see. Input was also gathered via the project’s website, louisvilleparkways.org.

“We have listened to the public carefully and are looking forward to talking about what we’ve found,” said John Swintosky, senior landscape architect and project manager with Louisville Metro Public Works.

At the Sept. 24 meeting, Gresham Smith (the transportation planning and civil engineering firm working with the city on the project) will give a presentation on the data at 6 p.m., and afterward the public is invited to view detailed displays with feedback on each aspect of the project, from trees to traffic patterns. Members of the project team will be available to talk with the public until 8 p.m.

The study is being funded through a $500,000 federal Transportation Alternatives Program grant awarded to Louisville in 2017 and matched with Kentucky Transportation Cabinet toll credits.

The study is considering such elements as sidewalk and curb improvements, shared use pedestrian paths, bike lanes and other complete streets alternatives aimed at accommodating the transportation modes of all users of the corridor.

Frederick Law Olmsted designed Eastern Parkway more than 100 years ago as a recreational traffic link to one of Louisville’s biggest parks. That design did not contemplate what is now up to 17,000 motorists using the road each day along with the walkers and bicyclists. The study is aimed at updating the parkway to better accommodate all modern users.

Completion of the study is anticipated in the summer of 2020. It will include recommendations on design elements and associated cost estimates.

The public meeting will be:

Sept. 24, 2019

6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Audubon Traditional Elementary School Gymnasium

1051 Hess Lane

Louisville KY 40217

Louisville Grows Upcoming Events

Dr. Lonnie G. Bunch, III - September 26th

Save the (NEW) Date!

Dr. J. Blaine Hudson’s 7th Annual Legacy Scholarship and Birthday Celebration

NEW DATE:  OCTOBER 12, 2019

Coffee with a Cop

SAVE THE DATE! 2019-2020 YEARLINGS CLUB FORUM SERIES

TARC's Food Truck Festival

Louisville Metro Animal Services: Pets of the Week

Cat of the Week:

Marie is ready for a second chance at a forever home! The striking 4-year-old cat was abandoned before coming to the LMAS Shelter. She’s a curious, shy girl that’s friendly once she warms up to you. It’s always free to adopt adult cats, thanks to the Pay It Forward Program! Marie weighs about 10lbs. She’s already spayed, microchipped at vaccinated. To adopt Marie, visit Animal House Adoption Center, located at 3516 Newburg Road, Tuesday-Sunday 12-6pm.

Dog of the Week:

Marirose is the new kid on the block this week at Animal House. The approximately 4-year-old Australian Cattle Dog mix is a happy, friendly girl that always smiling. Marirose’s adoption fee is waived for an approved adopter! She weighs about 45lbs and her adoption includes spay, a microchip and vaccinations. Meet Marirose at Animal House Adoption Center (3705 Manslick Rd.) Tuesday-Sunday from 12-6pm. Email questions about Marirose to animalservicesadoption@louisvilleky.gov, or call 502-473-PETS.

Louisville Parks and Recreation to host aquatics update September 19

Yard Waste is Not Trash!

Can you spot the plastic trash from residential yard waste collection? 

Public Education Coordinator, Karen Maynard, recently visited Smith Creek's Louisville location where most local yard waste haulers offload their collections. The material is sent through a grinder before being loaded onto another truck and taken to their industrial composting facility located in Borden, IN. It takes about 6 to 8 months for it to be ready for distribution to stores, even locations here in Louisville. This amazing closed loop system could be better, though. The piles of yard waste from neighborhood collections contains plastic pots, plant tags, straws, plastic drink bottles, mulch bags, and the list goes on. These items aren't necessarily easy to spot - they are often buried deep in the paper yard waste bags. When the plastic hits the grinder it is shredded into small plastic pieces that can't be easily removed. This reduces the value of their product. And if you've ever found small pieces of plastic in your purchased mulch or compost, now you know why.  If you have yard waste collection service, make sure to follow the guidelines. Yard waste includes leaves, twigs, small branches, grass clippings, and plant trimmings. It does NOT include trash generated from yard work or litter found in your yard. Use the Recycle Coach app to search "What Goes Where?"

Help us catch our 10th illegal dumper of 2019!

Our Metro Solid Waste Enforcement team is requesting help locating this vehicle that was caught on a resident's security camera unloading a couch and a bag of trash in District 10. If you recognize these individuals or can help us locate the vehicle, contact Solid Waste Enforcement or call 574-8455. Remember, you can take up to 3 large household items per day to the Waste Reduction Center, 636 Meriwether Avenue for free.

Paving Week September 16, 2019

Below is the list of Louisville Metro Public Works paving projects scheduled for the week of September 16, 2019. The schedule is subject to change due to weather and operational factors. Business Park Drive from Poplar Level Road to dead end          Proximity Drive from Business Park Drive to dead end Nachand Lane from Watterson Trail to Breckenridge Lane Tremont Drive from Tyler Lane to Gardiner Lane Whiteway Avenue from Tyler Lane to dead end

Monthly Demolition Report - through August 31, 2019

Notice of Historic Structure Demolition

Notice of Application for Demolition Permit of Historic Structure
The Office of Planning and Design has received a demolition permit application for the property listed below:
Subject Property: 2416 Elliott Ave
Case Number: BLD-WRE-19-00092
The above reference property is listed or potentially eligible for listing in The National Register of Historic Places.
The requested demolition permit may be issued on or after the following date provided that the application meets the development or deed restriction requirements of the LMCO (150.110): 10/11/19
For additional information regarding this application visit the website:
https://aca-louisville.accela.com/ljcmg/Default.aspx
or contact Sharri Zink in Construction Review at 574-2664 or
Cynthia Johnson Elmore, Metro Historic Preservation Officer at 574-2868.
Louisville Metro Government, Develop Louisville, Office of Planning and Design
444 S. Fifth Street, Suite 300, Louisville, Kentucky 40202-4313

Notice of Application for Demolition Permit of Historic Structure
The Office of Planning and Design has received a demolition permit application for the property listed below:
Subject Property: 2512 Elliott Ave
Case Number: BLD-WRE-19-00096
The above reference property is listed or potentially eligible for listing in The National Register of Historic Places.
The requested demolition permit may be issued on or after the following date provided that the application meets the development or deed restriction requirements of the LMCO (150.110): 10/11/19
For additional information regarding this application visit the website:
https://aca-louisville.accela.com/ljcmg/Default.aspx
or contact Sharri Zink in Construction Review at 574-2664 or
Cynthia Johnson Elmore, Metro Historic Preservation Officer at 574-2868.
Louisville Metro Government, Develop Louisville, Office of Planning and Design
444 S. Fifth Street, Suite 300, Louisville, Kentucky 40202-4313

Notice of Application for Demolition Permit of Historic Structure
The Office of Planning and Design has received a demolition permit application for the property listed below:
Subject Property: 2400 Elliott Ave
Case Number: BLD-WRE-19-00091
The above reference property is listed or potentially eligible for listing in The National Register of Historic Places.
The requested demolition permit may be issued on or after the following date provided that the application meets the development or deed restriction requirements of the LMCO (150.110): 10/11/19
For additional information regarding this application visit the website:
https://aca-louisville.accela.com/ljcmg/Default.aspx
or contact Sharri Zink in Construction Review at 574-2664 or
Cynthia Johnson Elmore, Metro Historic Preservation Officer at 574-2868.
Louisville Metro Government, Develop Louisville, Office of Planning and Design
444 S. Fifth Street, Suite 300, Louisville, Kentucky 40202-4313

Notice of Application for Demolition Permit of Historic Structure
The Office of Planning and Design has received a demolition permit application for the property listed below:
Subject Property: 2527 Elliott Ave
Case Number: BLD-WRE-19-00095
The above reference property is listed or potentially eligible for listing in The National Register of Historic Places.
The requested demolition permit may be issued on or after the following date provided that the application meets the development or deed restriction requirements of the LMCO (150.110): 10/11/19
For additional information regarding this application visit the website:
https://aca-louisville.accela.com/ljcmg/Default.aspx
or contact Sharri Zink in Construction Review at 574-2664 or
Cynthia Johnson Elmore, Metro Historic Preservation Officer at 574-2868.
Louisville Metro Government, Develop Louisville, Office of Planning and Design
444 S. Fifth Street, Suite 300, Louisville, Kentucky 40202-4313

Notice of Application for Demolition Permit of Historic Structure
The Office of Planning and Design has received a demolition permit application for the property listed below:
Subject Property: 647 S. 24th St.
Case Number: BLD-WRE-19-00089
The above reference property is listed or potentially eligible for listing in The National Register of Historic Places.
The requested demolition permit may be issued on or after the following date provided that the application meets the development or deed restriction requirements of the LMCO (150.110): 10/11/19
For additional information regarding this application visit the website:
https://aca-louisville.accela.com/ljcmg/Default.aspx
or contact Sharri Zink in Construction Review at 574-2664 or
Cynthia Johnson Elmore, Metro Historic Preservation Officer at 574-2868.
Louisville Metro Government, Develop Louisville, Office of Planning and Design
444 S. Fifth Street, Suite 300, Louisville, Kentucky 40202-4313

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 Tim Burkett Major Tim Burkett began his career with the former Louisville Division of Police (LPD) in 1999 . He was a patrol officer and division detective in the former Fourth District. Additionally, he was a Sex Crimes detective and served on the Dignitary Protection Team (DPT). In 2007, Burkett was promoted to sergeant where he was a patrol sergeant and a division detective sergeant in the Eighth Division. In 2010, Burkett was promoted to lieutenant and commanded the Property Room. He also served as a Special Events lieutenant in the Special Operations Division. While in the Special Events Unit, he was responsible for planning and operating medium to large scale special events. He has been part of the command group for the PGA Championship, the Ironman Triathlon, Thunder over Louisville, the National Rifle Association (NRA) National Convention and many other events. He has been the lead on numerous events including marathons, parades, Muhammad Ali's Memorial Service and the world renowned Kentucky Oaks and Kentucky Derby. After being promoted to major, Burkett commanded the Special Operations Division Major Burkett holds a Master of Science degree in Criminal Justice with a cognate in Public Administration. He was a Dean's Scholar graduate of the University of Louisville's Southern Police Institute Administrative Officers Course. He is a certified instructor with the Commonwealth of Kentucky Department of Criminal Justice Training

Job Announcement

CDL Driver Training Program

Are you ready to roll? There is an increasing demand for hard working individuals interested in a long-term career with potential for advancement. Rumpke’s Professional Driver Training Program prepares motivated individuals for a career in the waste hauling industry.

Program participants will receive hands-on training, one-on-one instruction and personalized classroom experiences all geared toward helping new commercial drivers obtain their CDL Class B.

If you’re accepted into the program, Rumpke will immediately elevate you to full time status throughout the training period. Best of all, Rumpke will cover the training costs! In fact, you will earn a paycheck, learn a new skill and develop your career all at the same time.

Get in the driver’s seat Visit www.rumpke.com/careers to complete your application today. If selected, you will need to complete and pass Rumpke’s qualification process, which includes an interview, short questionnaire and pre-employment drug screening. If selected to participate in the program, you must obtain your temporary CDL Class B within 30 days of hire. After 60 days of training, you must make an appointment at the CDL testing facility. After receiving your CDL certification, you are eligible to join Rumpke’s team as a regular employee.

Enrollment Requirements You must meet the following eligibility qualifications:

• Possess a valid driver’s license
• Pass a Department of Transportation (DOT) physical
• Read, write and speak English
• Be drug-free and agree to drug testing
• Be at least 18 years of age
• Pass a required entrance examination

Opportunities & Benefits at Rumpke Rumpke currently employs more than 3,000 people and nearly 1,000 hold CDL Class B driving positions. Rumpke considers all its employees part of one big team and one family. Benefits at Rumpke include:

• Health, dental, vision & life insurance
• Short and long-term disability
• Employee assistance program for the benefit and protection of employees
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Competitive holiday pay & vacation allowance
• Continuing education programs
• Health & wellness programs
• Multiple opportunities for advancement

Jumpstart your career today and join the Rumpke team. Learn more at www.rumpke.com/careers or call us at 1-800-828-8171.

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. 

If you would like to unsubscribe to this e-newsletter (though we don't know why you ever would) please email Shalanna.Taylor@louisvilleky.gov with the subject "REMOVE". We won't be hurt (much).

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