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City Hall
601 W. Jefferson Street
502-574-1110

Metro Call: 311 or 574-5000

Air Pollution: 574-6000

Animal Services: 363-6609 or 361-1318

Louisville Forward/Economic Development: 574-4140

Planning & Design Services: 574-6230

Community Services & Revitalization: 574-4377

Public Works: 574-5810

TARC: 585-1234

PARC: 569-6222

Legal Aid: 584-1254

IPL (Code Enforcement): 574-3321

Congressman John Yarmuth: 582-5129

Solid Waste Management (SWMS): 574-3571

Jefferson County Clerk: 574-5700

Jefferson County PVA: 574-6380

Metro Parks: 456-8100

Metro Police: (Non Emergency) 574-7111 or 574-2111

LMPD 4th Division: 574-7010

LMPD 5th Division: 574-7636

LMPD 6th Division: 574-2187

Anonymous Tipline: 574-LMPD (5673)

Metro Safe: 572-3460 or 574-7111

Vacant & Public Property Administration 574-4016

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

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Happy Halloween from the District 10 office!

We hope everyone has a fun and safe Halloween!

For a list of area activities, click here.

Metro Animal Services' new animal shelter officially open in District 10

Mayor Greg Fischer joined Metro Animal Services Director Ozzy Gibson and Friends of Metro Animal Services (FOMAS) Monday to officially open a state-of-the-art animal shelter at 3516 Newburg Road, which replaces the outdated facility on Manslick Road.

“Our community deserves a modern, full-service animal shelter that provides the best care possible for animals and the most efficient service possible for residents,” Mayor Fischer said. “Our Metro Animal Services has been doing an outstanding job in recent years, finding homes for a record number of animals and reaching ‘no kill for time or space’ status for the first time in its history. This shelter is the perfect place for the LMAS team to provide their top-notch, compassionate service.”

The 33,000-square-foot facility puts all animal-related services on one campus where residents can adopt a pet, purchase or renew a pet license or take a stray pet.

The mayor was joined at the ceremony by Paula and Frank Harshaw, who generously agreed to match donations up to $100,000 for what is now The Harshaw Family Foundation Shelter. Paula Harshaw is holding the couple's adopted dog, Buddy, in the ribbon-cutting photo above. They are constantly inspired by Buddy, and he motivated them to make the donation. In fact, Buddy Boulevard, which leads into MAS, is named after him.

In the photo at left, MAS Director Gibson spoke with well wishers at the opening.

We want to thank and recognize Gibson and the MAS staff for their hard work on the new facility, which can house up to 235 animals. Other features include all climate-controlled kennels with isolation rooms to prevent the spread of illness.

A modern veterinary wing meets industry standards and includes the shelter’s first X-ray and ultrasound machines, allowing LMAS to quickly evaluate sick and injured pets. There are four operating tables as well as separate rooms for pets being prepped and recovering from surgery.

The nearly $11.6 million dollar facility also includes a fully furnished clinic, which will operate independently from the shelter, offering pet owners low-cost spay and neuter services, vaccinations and microchipping.

“Our community has few options for people who cannot afford the average cost of spaying or neutering their pet. An independently run, low-cost clinic encourages responsible pet ownership, decreases our stray pet population and prevents shelter overcrowding,” Gibson said.

Specialty areas that were missing from the old facility give shelter pets a greater chance of being adopted. A behavioral room allows staff to train or correct undesirable behaviors while a photo room will ensure pets look their best in photos for potential adopters. There’s also a dedicated enrichment room where volunteers and groups can make treats for shelter pets.

“A huge part of the success of Metro Animal Services is their employees and supporters. Friends of Metro Animal Services is honored to have helped make a modern shelter a reality, not just shelter pets, but also the staff and volunteers,” said FOMAS Executive Director Susanna Westerfield. “They have struggled for decades to properly care for animals in a rundown, outdated facility. These every day heroes deserve nothing but the best to continue providing quality care to shelter pets.”

A large laundry room with commercial washing machines and dryers replace the old shelter’s appliances intended for home use. Separate food prep areas equipped with commercial dishwashers make feeding time and cleanup more efficient.

Benefits of the new shelter go beyond the building to include more enrichment opportunities for shelter pets. The campus features six fenced-in play yards compared to just one at the old facility. There’s also a half-mile walking track where volunteers can walk a dog on their lunch break.

“Many of us have long awaited this day. This state-of-the-art facility is just the latest in a long series of changes we have made as a city to address the needs of Louisville Metro Animal Services,” Metro Council District 10 representative Pat Mulvihill said . “Public Safety is one of our many goals as elected officials, and now we are not only protecting the public but protecting the animals in need of a new home or returning them to their owners. It is a great day for those who love pets and want the humane treatment of all animals.”

The LMAS Animal Care Facility is located next to Animal House Adoption Center, which was built in 2009. Shelter construction began in July 2018 with funding from Louisville Metro Government and gracious donations from FOMAS and the Harshaw Family Foundation. The LMAS Animal Care Campus is also the future home of Alley Cat Advocates, which manages the Community Cat Program.

The LMAS Animal Care Facility is open from noon to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Animal House Adoption Center is now open seven days a week, excluding holidays. Meet adoptable pets daily from noon to 6 p.m., and Fridays from noon to 7 p.m. For more information about MAS and Pay It Forward Free Adoptions, visit the website.

"Rumpelstiltskin" at Camp Taylor Elementary School

Students at Camp Taylor Elementary School got a special treat Thursday morning as the Commonwealth Theatre Company brought a new spin on the Brothers Grimm classic "Rumpelstiltskin" to the school.

After her father tells a lie, the miller’s daughter finds herself in over her head with the stakes (and the straw) piled high. With limited choices, she attempts to save herself their way until at last she recognizes her own ability to problem solve and determine her fate. Exploring themes of integrity, self reliance, and resiliency, this play with music is crafted to captivate and inspire young minds to think beyond limitations.

Councilman Mulvihill supports this and other school touring productions and enjoyed the play with the students.

Thanks to everyone who pitched in for Brightside Cleanup in District 10

Councilman Mulvihill joined other District 10 residents in cleaning up for Brightside October 19.

At the photo at right, he is pictured with Leah Netherland and Marie Eff, who were cleaning up the entrance of Audubon Park at Preston Highway. Also helping out but not pictured were Shirley and Gary Robbens and

This group cleaned up the area over to the railroad overpass and down to Green Leaf Road on Preston Highway.

Councilman Mulvihill is seen at left literally cleaning up District 10.

The Brightside & Passport Health Plan Fall Community-Wide Cleanup is held each spring and fall across Louisville Metro.

All registered teams receive pre-packed supplies and Brightside coordinates with partners Solid Waste Management Services to ensure all collected litter bags are properly collected and disposed of after the cleanup event. For more information, visit Brightside's website.

One of District 10's cutest residents has a new name - Fitz!

He has a name! The Louisville Zoo's male elephant calf, born August 2, will be known as Fitz!

The Zoo invited guests and Zoo fans to submit their choices for a name. The elephant care staff then whittled down the more than 15,500 submissions to the final three names of Fitz, Rocket, and Walt. Fitz is the winner.

The usual time for Fitz viewing is 10:15 a.m. to 1 p.m. daily, although the elephant herd is on exhibit at varying times while they continue to bond.

For more information, visit elephant Mom Mikki's web page.

Metro Council Night at the Louisville Jack O'Lantern Spectacular

Councilman Mulvihill has joined a number of Metro Council members in supporting Metro Council Night at the Louisville Jack O'Lantern Spectacular. Tuesday, October 29, enjoy a $2 discount on admission to the Spectacular, and proceeds benefit the Louisville Parks Foundation.

October 26 - Citizen Forester training

The Schnitzelburg and Meriwether neighborhoods will be participating in a tree planting with Louisville Grows. This will be the third planting for Schnitzelburg and the first for Meriwether. In addition to large trees, emphasis will be on right of way trees for Shelby Street and Burnett Avenue. The planting is scheduled for December 7, with Citizen Forester training on October 26. Louisville Grows and neighborhood volunteers will begin canvassing our neighbors soon to identify Treecipients.

District 10 events

Louisville Zoo hosts "The World's Largest Halloween Party"

Sweet. Not scary.

If scary is no fun for your little ones, then don’t miss the sweetest party in town. Enjoy your Zoo magically transformed into a living storybook with costumed characters and trick-or-treating for kids 11 and under.

The party continues through October 27, beginning at 5 p.m. Enter until 8:30 p.m., and the route is open until 10 p.m. Special tickets required for all guests (age 3+).

Meet some of the most royal princesses in the land, journey back in time and marvel at prehistoric dinos, and dive into the fun as you explore under the sea. Visit with Mumpkin the talking pumpkin, wander up the yellow brick road to test your courage, brains and heart, and dance the night away in our out-of-this-world Astro Disco. Join the Zoo for a party that gets bigger and better around every turn!

Adults may wear costumes, but we ask that they be family friendly (not scary please), and no adult masks that cover the face. To buy tickets and for more information, visit the Louisville Zoo website.

Street closures for "The World's Largest Halloween Party"

Through October 27, the following streets will be closed from 4 to 10 p.m.:

Illinois Avenue from Trevilian Way to Taylor Avenue
Trevilian Way from Poplar Level Road to Newburg Road
Poplar Level Road from Taylor Avenue to Trevilian Way
Russell Avenue from Poplar Level Road to Illinois Avenue
Grenade Avenue from Poplar Level Road to Illinois Avenue
Marwood Place from Poplar Level Road to Illinois Avenue
Westbound Trevilian Way traffic from Newburg Road will only have access to the Zoo
No cross traffic at Trevilian Way and Illinois Avenue

The District 10 Council office has given out all our free tickets and parking passes to the "World's Largest Halloween Party."

Today and tomorrow - Brightside premium compost sale at Joe Creason Park

Brightside & Waste Management Compost Sale at Joe Creason Park, 1297 Trevilian Way. This is a premium product and does wonders for your flower and vegetable gardens. Compost is $3.00 per bag, or $43 per one cubic meter scoop. Hours are Friday from noon to 4 p.m. and Saturday 9 a.m. to noon. Click here for more information.

October 26 - Halloween Bierhalle at the German-American Club

Halloween Bierhalle featuring the Rheingold Band will be Saturday, October 26 from 6 to 10 p.m. at the German-American Club, 1840 Lincoln Avenue.

Enjoy German food favorites from 6 to 8 p.m., then dance to live music by the Rheingold Band until 10.

October 26 - Owl Prowl at the Louisville Nature Center

October 30 - LNC Tree giveaway at GPNA House for Germantown and Paristown residents

November 1 - Sustainability Summit at the Louisville Zoo

The Louisville Sustainability Council will host the 9th Annual Sustainability Summit Friday, November 1 at the Louisville Zoo from 3 to 7 p.m. The theme is Making the Cut: Acting Locally to Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions.

From LSC: This year we will be celebrating wins, reflecting on changes, and tackling greenhouse gas emissions. The hope is that the Summit will foster connections, engage the Louisville community, inspire action, and recharge our members for continuing the push for change in the city we love!

Keynote speaker is Dr. Robert Brinkmann, Vice Provost for Scholarship and Research and Dean of Graduate Studies at Hofstra University, who will speak on “Seven Ways to Advance Your Sustainability Agenda in a Time of Change.”

“The last few years have seen some great progress on a number of sustainability fronts. At the same time, we have had some major setbacks. This talk will review seven ways to advance your organization’s sustainability agenda in a time of change.

Around the world, individuals and groups are doing amazing things regardless of their political and economic environment. As organizations around the country are preparing their sustainability goals for the coming year or coming decade, it is important to focus on what we can learn from those who have achieved great success in the areas of environmental sustainability, green economic development, and environmental justice.”

For details and to register for the Sustainability Summit, click here.

November 4 and 5 - Louisville Nature Center Out of School Day Camp

November 16 - Tree giveaway at the Louisville Zoo

Mark your calendars for the upcoming tree giveaway hosted by the Division of Community Forestry:

Saturday, November 16 at the Louisville Zoo Parking Lot, 1100 Trevilian Way, 9 to 11 a.m.

For more information about this event, click here.

Louisville Metro news

Women's pro soccer league coming to Louisville in 2021

In the photo above, left to right, were Brad Estes, President of Louisville City Football Club, Amanda Duffy, CEO of the National Women’s Soccer League, John Neace, LouCity club owner, Mayor Greg Fischer, Councilwoman Barbara Sexton Smith, Councilman Bill Hollander, Councilman Mulvihill, hugging his daughter, Katie, and Louisville Metro Council President David James.

Louisville will become an expansion team in 2021 in the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL). The fastest growing, top league for women’s soccer in the United States will have a team playing in Lynn Family Stadium in 2021.

At left, Amanda Duffy, CEO of the NWSL, with Katie Mulvihill at the Lynn Family Stadium.

The NWSL expansion is a tribute to the success of Louisville City Football Club.

Louisville joins a league that includes franchises in Chicago, Houston, the Seattle-Tacoma area, Portland, Salt Lake City, Charlotte, Washington D.C., New Jersey and Orlando.

This will be the first time Louisville has had a pro sports team at the highest level of its league since the Kentucky Colonels of the American Basketball Association folded in 1976. As an expansion team, Louisville will have access to two players on the national women’s soccer team – the team that won the World Cup.

Metro Council unanimously passed an ordinance regarding regulations of itinerant vendors, peddlers and solicitors

At Thursday's Metro Council meeting, the council unanimously approved an ordinance to improve upon the regulations of itinerant vendors, peddlers and solicitors.

Changes in the revised ordinance address where food trucks can park, including parking at a different parking meter if the truck's reserved, bagged parking meter spot is occupied.

Food trucks may also set up in residential areas but only during a community fair or if catering a private event. The ordinance does not include a restriction on noise produced by generators, nor restrictions on how much of a block could be reserved for commercial vending downtown. It expanded the requirement for reporting all criminal convictions in the preceding five years to include all employees who engage in vending and peddling.

Online Animal Abuse Registry goes live

A new Louisville ordinance that took effect Tuesday requires the name of any person convicted of animal abuse in Jefferson County to be placed on an Animal Abuse Registry.

Metro Council District 8 Representative Brandon Coan sponsored the ordinance, which was
approved by the full Council in April.

“Animal abuse registries are growing across the country as an important law enforcement tool
to not only prevent animal cruelty, but also identify individuals who may pose a domestic
violence or other serious threat to the public at large,” Coan said.

LMAS will notify convicted offenders of the requirement to self-register and pay an annual
registration fee of $100. Offenders will remain on the registry for a period of two years. Pet
stores, shelters and animal organizations that offer pet adoptions and sales are required to
check the registry before allowing a person to adopt or purchase a pet.

“In the early months and years of the registry, a primary focus will be to minimize the burden
on small businesses and nonprofits in terms of compliance,” said Coan. “We intend to work
closely with stakeholders until the system works well for everyone.”

Kentucky consistently ranks among the worst states for animal rights, though Louisville’s animal ordinance goes beyond state statutes. The creation of an animal abuse registry is designed as another tool to keep animals from those who would abuse them.

Under the ordinance, LMAS will maintain the Animal Abuse Registry, updating it at least once
every 30 days. Anyone convicted of animal abuse outside of Jefferson County must register
within 10 days of establishing residency. Failure to register or comply with the registry could
result in a maximum 60 days in jail and a $1,000 fine. To view the Animal Abuse Registry and
read the ordinance, visit www.louisvilleky.gov/animalservices.

Southwest Drivers' License Branch moving

The Southwest Driver’s License Branch is moving to a new location in the Dixie Plaza at 4919 Dixie Highway, Suite A.

Beginning tomorrow, Saturday, October 26, the current Southwest branch at 4917 Dixie Highway, Suite E, will close due to construction and relocation.

On Tuesday, November 12, the new Southwest branch will open. In the meantime, the West Louisville Branch at 2900 West Broadway in the Nia Center will be open for Saturday hours tomorrow and November 2.

For driver’s license information, locations, hours and more, visit www.DriveJefferson.com

Keep safe this Halloween with safety tips

November 5 - Election Day

Election Day is Tuesday, November 5.

Need a ride to polls on Election Day? A. Philip Randolph Institute (774-4834) provides free rides. Lyft and Uber may be giving reduced rides to the polls, or call your local party headquarters.

If you become sick or are in the hospital, you can still vote with an Emergency Medical Ballot. Request a paper absentee ballot until Tuesday, November 5. Call your local Board of Election office to get an Emergency Medical Ballot. You will have to find someone to notarize your application for a ballot and then take that application to the Board of Elections to get your ballot. Once you’ve filled out your ballot, someone must take your ballot back to the Board of Elections before 6 p.m. on Election Day

In-house Absentee Voting at 701 West Ormsby:

Monday through Friday: through November 4 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Saturdays: October 26 and November 2 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Mailed in Absentee Ballots

Application for an absentee ballot must be requested, complete and returned to Jefferson County Election Center office no later than close-of-business seven days (Tuesday, October 29, 2019) before the election to receive a ballot.

Online: https://www.jeffersoncountyclerk.org/AbsAppRequest

Email: Absentee@JeffersonCountyClerk.org

The actual ballot is mailed to the voter and must be returned via mail (you have to pay for the postage) to County Clerk's Office, and must be in the County Clerk's office by Election Day, Tuesday Nov. 5 (not postmarked on that day). NOTE the ballot has specific requirements of where to sign, fold, etc. Read VERY carefully.

For more information please contact the Jefferson County Election Center at 574-6100 or email. To contact the Kentucky Board of Elections, call 502-573-7100, or visit the website.

LIHEAP early registration for elderly or disabled individuals on a fixed income

The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) is offering pre-registration through October 31 for Jefferson County residents who are elderly (60 years or older) or disabled and receive a fixed income (Social Security, SSI, pension or Black Lung benefits).

This pre-registration phase is for the LIHEAP Subsidy Program, meaning eligible residents can apply regardless of the status of their utility bills. For required documentation or to schedule an appointment, visit this website.

TreesLouisville providing 1500 free trees to Jefferson County residents

From TreesLouisville: TreesLouisville has partnered with the Arbor Day Foundation to provide 1500+ trees to Jefferson County residents. We are currently in our second round of the Community Canopy program which allows residents to enter their address, outline their house, and choose the right tree for their home to maximize the benefits of a healthy ecosystem such as lowering utility bills, managing stormwater runoff, and improving air quality. Your tree will either be shipped to you later this fall or larger sizes will be available at the Americana Community Center on November 9.

Would you like the Zero Hunger Mobile Market to visit your neighborhood?

The new Dare to Care Zero Hunger Mobile Market, which Louisville Metro helped fund, is designed to bring fresh food to underserved areas and attracting national attention:

Would you like the Mobile Market to come to your neighborhood? Let Dare to Care and Kroger know - they are looking for more locations for it to go. Here's a link to the October schedule. More information on the Mobile Market is here.

LMPD currently hiring Traffic Guards

Click here for more information.

Louisville Metro Animal Services pets of the week

Tiger is a seasoned companion looking for a family that will appreciate his friendly, laid back personality. The happy nine-year-old dog weighs about 70 pounds. Tiger’s adoption fee is waived thanks to the Pay It Forward Program. Tiger has lived with other dogs and can be tested with potential fur siblings, children or cats. He’s already neutered, microchipped and up-to-date on vaccinations. Meet Tiger at Animal House Adoption Center, 3516 Newburg Road, Monday through Sunday from noon to 6 p.m. For more info about Tiger, email, or call 473-PETS.

Agatha is a senior shelter kitty who needs a new home after being abandoned. The gorgeous Calico is approximately 12 years old and weighs about ten pounds. Agatha’s adoption fee is waived for an approved adopter, thanks to the Pay It Forward Program. Agatha is spayed, microchipped and vaccinated. To meet or adopt Agatha, visit Animal House Adoption Center, 3516 Newburg Road, daily from noon to 6 p.m. For more info, call 473-PETS

Louisville Metro events

October 26 - Masterpiece in a Day arts festival in Shelby Park

More details are here.

Neighborhood Place partners hosts two Trunk or Treat events, Census hiring outreaches, and more in October

Each month, Neighborhood Place partners provide numerous events and resources to benefit the entire family. Activities in October include Trunk or Treat events for Halloween, a hiring event conducted by the U.S. Census Bureau and more:

October 28, Kentucky Health Career Center Outreach - a KentuckianaWorks Health Career Center professional will provide valuable information to help increase your occupation potential; training funds for in-demand occupations, resources for individuals seeking advance healthcare careers; resume writing provided, career assessments, Interview planning success, computer essentials, work-based learning opportunities and more. At First Neighborhood Place, 1503 Rangeland Road (T.J. Middle School in the W.D. Bruce Building – door #24), 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Call 313-4700 for more information.

October 28, Trunk or Treat Halloween Health and Safety Fair at South Jefferson Neighborhood Place, 6 to 8 p.m., 1000 Neighborhood Place. Join the Third Annual Trunk or Treat and Health Fair guaranteed to surprise and delight kids of all ages. Free health related items, candy, movies, treats and games. Dress in your favorite costume and join the fun. Call 363-1483 for more information.

October 29, U.S. Census Bureau’s Hiring Event will be at First Neighborhood Place, 1503 Rangeland Road (T.J. Middle School in the W.D. Bruce Building – door #24), 1 to 3 p.m. U.S. Census Bureau’s representative will be available to share information about the hundreds of entry-level office & warehouse clerks employment opportunities for the Jeffersonville location. National Processing Center (NPC) is the U.S. Census Bureau's primary center for mail processing, survey processing, data capture, imaging/scanning and warehouse operations. NPC recently increased the starting hourly pay rate for entry level clerks to $14.54 per hour. Call 313-4700 for more information.

About Neighborhood Place - Louisville’s Neighborhood Place -- a partnership of Louisville Metro Government (including the Office of Resilience and Community Services, and Public Health and Wellness), Jefferson County Public Schools, Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services and Centerstone (formerly Seven Counties Services) -- provides community-based centers which bring together health care, education, employment and social services at eight locations across the community. To find a Neighborhood Place in your neighborhood, please call Metro311 at 311.

LIHEAP Early Registration

Pre-registration opportunities for the LIHEAP Subsidy Phase (Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program) continue to be offered during October for Jefferson County residents within 130 percent of the federal poverty guidelines who are elderly (age 60 or over) or disabled receiving social security, SSI, pension or Black Lung benefits. Appointments are required in advance by calling 991-8391 or visiting louisvilleky.casheduler.com.

October 29 - Financial Technology Workshop

AcceLOUrate Savings presents: Financial Technology: Mobile Apps and Tools.

Please join this peer learning opportunity on October 29, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Bridges of Hope Neighborhood Place, 1411 Algonquin Parkway.

Lunch will be provided with prior registration. Contact Joi Boyd at 574-7301 to reserve your spot.

November 2 - Brightside Fall Community-Wide Planting Day

Are you interested in helping Brightside plant 150 trees this fall? Save the date now for our fall Community-Wide Planting Day on Saturday, November 2.

We will be planting along Gilmore Lane and volunteer registration will be opening next week so stay tuned for more information.

November 2 - Free paper shredding and drug toss event

Saturday, November 2 at the Kentucky Exposition Center, 1030 Phillips Lane, Lot W, drop off documents to be shredded and prescription drugs to be discarded.

The paper shredding and drug toss event is a joint operation of Louisville Metro Public Works and Louisville Metro Police. Businesses may not participate in this event. All paper materials will be shredded on site and recycled, a donation by the Louisville Branch of Shred-It.

The drug toss is a drive-through event. In advance, black out all personal information on all medication containers that will be tossed. For safety reasons, sharp items, needles, lances, cosmetics, personal care or hygiene items cannot be accepted.

Medication products should never be flushed down the toilet or drain, burned in the open or thrown in the trash because they can contaminate the environment if exposed to drinking and ground water.

Starting November 2 - Shakespeare in the Libraries - The Two-Actor Hamlet presented by Kentucky Shakespeare

November 5 - Leaf drop-off sites to open

Louisville Metro residents not mulching autumn leaves into their lawns or using curbside collection will have the option to dispose of them at one of three drop-off sites beginning November 5.

Metro Public Works is offering a free leaf drop-off service November 5 through November 30. Drop-off will not be available on November 28 and 29 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. Only loose leaves will be accepted. Containers used to bring leaves to the drop-off sites must be disposed of off-site by residents.

Public Works Yard, 10500 Lower River Road (enter from Bethany Lane), Tuesday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Public Works East District Operations Center, 595 Hubbards Lane, Tuesday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Public Works Waste Reduction Center, 636 Meriwether Avenue, Tuesday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

November 9 - Center for Neighborhoods Annual Neighborhood Summit

The Neighborhood Summit is a day-long conference that showcases community building success stories and celebrates neighborhood development across the Louisville community. Through interactive workshops, engaging keynote speakers, a regional vendor fair, and networking breakouts, Neighborhood Summit attendees learn about community achievements, make valuable connections, and come away inspired.

Nutcracker Family Storytime with Louisville Ballet begins November 18

Fall programs at the Highlands-Shelby Park Branch Library

Adult programs

Beginning Bridge Lessons, Mondays through October 28, 5:45 p.m. Register at 574-1672.

Shaker Ghost Stories with Thomas Freese, Wednesday, October 30, 6:30 p.m.

Teen programs

Shaker Ghost Stories with Thomas Freese, Wednesday, October 30, 6:30 p.m.

After-School Halloween Party, Thursday, October 31, 3 p.m.

News you can use

Louisville Metro Planning and Design Services District 10 cases

Note: short term rental is the general term used to describe vacation rentals including AirBNB, VRBO, and Tripping.

At the Monday, October 21 Board of Zoning Adjustment meeting, a Conditional Use Permit for a non-primary residence short term rental at 4212 Roosevelt Avenue on 0.1674 acres in the R5 zoning district was granted. The case number is 19-CUP-0115.

Notice of Development Application filed for 952 Goss Avenue

October 30 - Neighbor meeting regarding 883 Parkway Drive

A Notice of Development Application was filed with Planning and Design Services for the above property, 883 Parkway Drive, on September 27.

October 31 - public meeting regarding 3738 Bardstown Road

November 4 - Public Meeting regarding 1337 Ellison Avenue

November 4 - Public meeting regarding 3799 Poplar Level Road

November 4 - Public Meeting regarding 1537 Poplar Level Road/ 1920 Newburg Road - St. Agnes School

A conditional use permit for a private religious/learning institution on 204.85 acres in the R5, R7 and R1 zoning districts. The case number is 19-CUP-0159.

Note: to sign up for notifications about Louisville Metro Planning and Zoning Cases in District 10 or any area, click here. You'll choose email or text, fill in your email address or phone number, create a password, then you may choose from the list of email/text notifications available.

Pending D10 cases:

18ZONE1016, 4141 Bardstown Road, a change of zoning request from R-4 to C-2 on 0.2 acres for a 5400 sf commercial building with a parking lot.

18ZONE1083, 1008 East Oak Street, Change in zoning from R-6 multi family to C-2 commercial on .086 acres for proposed barber/café/tavern space.

19ZONE1021, 998 Goss Avenue, application to change zoning from R6 to C1 for retail use on .1254 acres.

19-ZONE-0048, 1008 East Oak Street, Change in zoning from R-6 multi family to C-2 commercial for proposed barbershop and coffee shop on .086 acres.

18MINORPLAT1040 for 4103 Lee Avenue, case manager Chastity White. A minor subdivision plat to create 2 lots from 3 and shift property lines on .37 acres in the R5 zoning district.

18MINORPLAT1074 for 4600 Jennings Lane. The applicant seeks to create two tracts from 1 on 0.105 acres in the M-3 zoning district.

19MINORPLAT1050 for 1990 Newburg Road, a change in zoning from R5 to C1 for a proposed restaurant in an existing building on .1190 acres.

19RECORDPLAT1007 for 3502 Grantswood Court, a major subdivision record plat for right-of-way dedication for Grantswood Court on 1.878 acres in the R-5 zoning district.

19-CUP-0206, 1053 Goss Avenue, A conditional use permit application for outdoor alcohol sales/consumption on 0.092 acres in the C1 zoning district.

19-CUP-0209, 2824 Klondike Lane, a conditional use permit pre-application for a private proprietary club (Elks Lodge) on 5.0627 acres in the R4 zoning district.

19CUP1037 for 3799 Poplar Level Road, a conditional use permit for an outdoor patio with alcohol service for a restaurant in the C1 zoning district on 0.21 acres.

19CUP1095, 1038 Milton Street, A conditional use permit application for a proposed boarding house on 0.0908 acres in the R5 zoning district.

19CUP1124, 1740 Newburg Road, a Modified Conditional Use Permit Application for a cemetery (Calvary Cemetery) on 2.99 acres in the R1 zoning district.

19-CUPPA-0126, 1053 Goss Avenue, a conditional use permit pre-application for outdoor alcohol sales/consumption (Four Pegs) on 0.092 acres in the C1 zoning district.

18VARIANCE1005 for 1019 Dixon Avenue, a variance to allow the second story to encroach 3 ft into the required setback on 0.0810 acres in the R-5 zoning district.

19-VARIANCE-0020, 3023 Eagle Pass, a variance application to allow a primary structure to encroach into the required side yard on 0.189 acres in the R5 zoning district.

19-VARIANCE-0021 for 5917 Six Mile Lane, a variance to allow an existing fence to exceed 48" in the street side yard on 0.2101 acres in the R5 zoning district.

19-DDP-0021, 3231 Poplar Level Road, a Detailed District Development Plan application for a 19,500 square foot proposed office building with associated parking on 4.5 acres in the OR1 and R5 zoning districts.

19-VARIANCE-0005, 3231 Poplar Level Road, variance requested for the building to exceed the 80' maximum front and streetside setback for Nightingale, Poplar Level and Quarry Hill Road.

19-CAT2-0011, 3800 Bishop Lane, a Category 2B development plan application for a proposed 10,000 square foot storage warehouse on 2.63 acres in the M2 zoning district.

19-CAT2-0016, 4664 Jennings Lane, Category 2B development plan for a proposed 34,700 square foot office building on 14.36 acres in the M2/M3 zoning district. LG&E South Service Center.

19-CFR-0003, 4664 Jennings Lane, a community facility review application for the development of a 34,700 square foot, two story office building with parking on 14.36 acres in the M2/M3 zoning district. LG&E South Service Center.

19-WAIVER-0017, 4664 Jennings Lane, a sidewalk waiver application to not provide sidewalks along the Southwest side of Jennings Lane for the development of a 34,700 square foot, two story office building with parking on 14.36 acres in the M2/M3 zoning district.

19-WAIVER-0016, 4500 Champions Trace Lane, a sidewalk waiver request for requirement along Champions Trace Lane.

Short term rental cases

18CUP1130 for 3762 Illinois Avenue, a conditional use permit for a Short Term Rental of a non-primary residence in the R-5 zoning district.

18CUP1131, 4261 Regina Avenue, a conditional use permit for short term rental of a non-primary residence on .22 acres in the R4 zoning district.

18CUP1152, 918 Stone Street, a conditional use permit for short term rental in a nonprimary residence in the R5 zoning district.

18CUP1176, 1125 Fischer Avenue, a conditional use permit for a non-primary residence short term rental in the R6 zoning district.

18CUP1177, 1004 Mayer Avenue, a conditional use permit application for short term rental in a nonprimary residence on .08 acres in the R5 zoning district.

18CUP1199, 900 Texas Avenue, a conditional use permit for short term rental of a non primary residence on .10 acres in the R5 zoning district.

18CUP1211, 1019 Lydia Street, a conditional use permit for a non-primary residence short term rental on 0.0984 acres in R5 zoning district.

19-CUP-0038, 940 Ash Street, a conditional use permit for a short term rental in a non-primary residence in the R6 zoning district.

19-CUP-0164, 1203 Bourbon Avenue, A conditinoal use permit for a short term rental in a non-primary residence on 0.20 acres in the R5 zoning district.

19-CUP-0165, 903 Lydia Street, A conditional use permit for a short term rental in a duplex that is the non-primary residence on 0.12940 acres in the R6 zoning district.

19CUP1002, 1914 Decatur Drive, a conditional use permit for a non-primary residence short term rental on 0.23820 acres in the R5 zoning district.

19-CUP-1017, 2606 Pindell Avenue, a conditional use permit for a short term rental on 0.1197 acres in the R5 zoning district.

19-CUP-1029, 904 Ellison Avenue, a conditional use permit for short term rental of a nonprimary residence on .11 acres in the R6 zoning district.

19CUP1030, 1921 Reutlinger Avenue, a conditional use permit for short term rental of a nonprimary residence on .17 acres in the R6 zoning district.

19CUP1042, 922 Keswick Boulevard, a conditional use permit for short term rental at a nonprimary residence on .11 acres in the R5 zoning district.

19CUP1129-PA, 1203 Bourbon Avenue, a conditional use permit pre-application for a short term rental in a non-primary residence on 0.20 acres in the R5 zoning district.

19CUP1093, 3010 Eleanor Avenue, a conditional use permit application for a short term rental of a nonprimary residence on 0.2448 acres in the R5 zoning district.

19CUP1094, 940 Ash Street, a conditional use permit for a short term rental in a non-primary residence in the R6 zoning district.

To check on Planning and Design Services cases, click here.

Would you like to serve on one of Louisville Metro's Boards or Commissions?

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.

The following boards have 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

To learn more about board applications, please visit https://louisvilleky.gov/government/mayor-greg-fischer/interested-serving-board-or-commission

Community Centers featuring Dare to Care Kids' Cafe (Evening Meals for Youth)

JustServe.org makes it easy to volunteer

JustServe.org is a free volunteer website dedicated to bringing communities together through volunteerism.

From JustServe.org: Non-profits can post the need for volunteers and those in our community can go to the website and see all the opportunities to volunteer. Because the website is self-funded, we never ask for donations to maintain the website, we never sell advertising and we never sell any information. All of us connected with JustServe.org are volunteers and there is no paid staff.

Reminders from Solid Waste Management Services:

If you're renovating or remodeling, have a plan for disposing of the resulting debris. Construction and demolition debris in Louisville garbage and junk pickup collection is prohibited by ordinance, so hiring a hauling company or renting a dumpster may be in order.

Options for disposal of construction and demolition debris include taking it to the Waste Reduction Center on Meriwether Avenue. Fees are variable depending on volume. More information and a fee schedule are available here.

Yard waste collection times will be later due to high volume

From the Solid Waste Management division of Louisville Metro Public Works: To handle the high volume and get collection on schedule, we shifted the daily start time of yard waste collection. Crews are now starting out on their yard waste collection routes at noon instead of the previous 6 a.m. start time. That creates a better match between the availability of yard waste collection workers and equipment.

The new schedule means the regular yard waste collection schedule will extend into the evening. However, residents should continue to set yard waste out by the morning of collection day. If yard waste has not been collected by 8 p.m. on the assigned day, residents should contact Metro311 the following morning at 311 or 574-5000.

RecycleCoach app will help Louisville Metro customers with collection reminders, recycling information and more

The new RecycleCoach app features notifications about garbage, recycling, bulk waste, and yard waste collection services.

RecycleCoach will help Solid Waste Management Services communicate better by sending special messages such as bulk waste rule reminders or suspension of services for yard waste, etc.

The app also has a “what goes where” feature to allow a person to input a certain item to get information on disposal or recycling. Download from the App Store or Google Play.

Center for Neighborhoods' NeighborMap provides useful data

The Center for Neighborhoods' NeighborMap comes loaded with data on neighborhood resources, grocery access, flood-plain locations, tree cover and more. NeighborMap can help individuals and community organizations visualize and understand the assets available in their neighborhoods, and identify improvements they would like to see.

Students from UofL's Kent School of Social Work contributed to the project by gathering data in urban neighborhoods, and will continue the partnership with CFN to help develop strong neighborhoods. NeighborMap was created in part with funding from Louisville Metro Government.

Call 811 before you dig

Kentucky Public Service Commission (PSC) will investigate and impose fines on anyone who comes into contact with an underground natural gas line while digging without having contacted 811 to have the lines located before digging.

Contact 811 (call 8-1-1 or submit an online locate request at 811.com) before you dig and make sure that anyone doing excavation on your behalf contacts 811 two working days before they start.

For more information, please visit lge-ku.com/safety/digging.

MSD offers a senior citizen discount to qualifying seniors

Report suspicious odors outside to MSD

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs offers help by phone, text or chat

Additional resources for veterans

Some offices and VA hospitals offer a "Health Promotion Disease Prevention Program" that includes treatment methods including acupuncture, tai chi, and meditation instead of opioids, and they work with the Veterans Crisis Line (1-800-273-8255, Press 1) to provide support and treatment for PTSD and depression, the leading cause of suicide for veterans.

Additional references for VA material and assistance: www.vetcenter.va.gov or 1-877-WAR-VETS or (lifestyle changes for better health) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YX9fLXrF4fA

There is also a link for sexual trauma: https://www.vetcenter.va.gov/Military_Sexual_Trauma.asp

National Suicide Prevention Hotline

From the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline:

We can all help prevent suicide. The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals. Call 1-800-273-TALK or go to https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ to live chat.

Lend a hand with Volunteers of America

Volunteers of America offers many opportunities to make a difference in the lives of the individuals VOA serves.

Choose an individual or group volunteer opportunity or suggest your own project. For more information, please visit https://www.voamid.org/volunteer or contact Gema Moreno at GemaM@voamid.org or 636-4664.

Treebates! Purchase a shade tree and get a rebate

TreesLouisville is offering a tree rebate. Those who purchase a shade tree can receive up to 40 percent off the purchase price. This is an initiative between TreesLouisville and Louisville Metro Division of Community Forestry to grow our tree canopy.

Trees are beneficial: a yard tree can boost property value up to $10,000, and trees can help lower heating & cooling bills. Louisville is the fastest warming urban heat island in the country; trees and shade help keep our city cool, improve air quality, and make for beautiful, safer neighborhoods.

For more information, go to https://treeslouisville.org/rebate/

Metro Emergency Repair Program

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 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 574-5850 or Jacqueline.Wilson-rudy@louisvilleky.gov.

Get text alerts and avoid a ticket

Don't get caught by surprise and ticketed or towed when the sweepers come to your street. Sign up to get text or email alerts when the sweepers are coming.

Just click on the Services Near Me icon seen above on the Louisvilleky.gov webpage, type in your address, and you're on your way. While you're there you can also find the date of your next junk collection and sign up to be reminded. More about street sweeping.

Question or problem? Contact Metro311 one of several ways

If you wish to make a Metro311 request, please make a report online or use the mobile app. You'll receive a service request number that will help the District 10 office assist you.

You can report online here, or download the free mobile 311 app from your app store. Or tweet @LouMetro311 or call 574-5000.

You can now look to see if an issue you want to report has already been reported. And you'll get notification of your issue along the way. Visit Metro311 to learn more: https://www.louisvilleky.gov/311

Louisville Metro Government's Metro Business Portal, where you apply for permits, licensing and applications with Louisville Metro, is at https://www.louisvilleky.gov/businessportal.

New LouieConnect site connects people to help

Louisville non-profits have launched a new website to help connect people in need of food, shelter and more. Metro United Way and the Family Scholar House partnered to create LouieConnect, modeling it on a similar site created in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. When someone uses LouieConnect, the web-based app asks for basic information and then lists applicable resources nearby — from food pantries to shelters to career centers to financial literacy programs.

Discounted Recycle Carts available for $28 for District 10 residents - in 95-gallon or 64 gallon size

Councilman Mulvihill is committed to providing carts to District 10 residents at a reduced cost. These recycle carts will be available on a first come first served basis until the funds are depleted.

The photos at left show the sizes: 64 gallon on the left, 95 gallon on the right.

The carts normally cost $53, but Councilman Mulvihill has made them available for residents of District 10 for a reduced cost of $28. Please call 574-1110 or email us for the form.

This offer is available to urban service district residents.

Those temporary, illegal signs in the right of way? Recycle them.

We receive complaints about signs that are illegally posted on poles and at intersections in the right-of-way, including "We Buy Houses," "Express Cash" and others.

If you walk by these signs or live somewhere where these signs are posted and may be removed safely, help clean up our community by taking them down and throwing them away. Or better yet, consider recycling the signs - search for "recycled yard sign projects" online for ideas.

Sign up for LENSAlert (Smart911)

Click here to sign up for the LENSAlert (Louisville Emergency Notification System).

In addition to receiving notifications, individuals can create a Safety Profile for themselves and their household that can include any information they want 9-1-1 and first responders to have in the event of an emergency. When individuals make an emergency call, their Safety Profile is automatically displayed to the 9-1-1 call taker, allowing them to send the right responders to the right location with the right information.

Information about medical history, allergies to medication, number of residents in a home and even a picture of the family dog can all be added to a Safety Profile.

If you know of a community event you'd like to be considered for inclusion on the District 10 E-News, let us know. Click here to email our office.

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The neighborhoods of Audubon Ridge, Bashford Manor, Belmar, Breckinridge Orchard, Buechel, Buechel Terrace, Camp Zachary Taylor, Chevy Chase, Fincastle, George Rogers Clark Park, Germantown-Paristown, Kensington, Oak Hill, Petersburg Estates and Schnitzelburg along with the suburban cities of Audubon Park, Parkway Village, Watterson Park and West Buechel make up the district which is also the home of the Louisville Zoo, Joe Creason Park, the Louisville Tennis Center, the Louisville Nature Center, George Rogers Clark Park, Buechel Park, Emerson Park and the Cyril Allgeier Community Center.

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