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The Board of Water Works approved Louisville Water’s budget for the new year, and starting Jan. 1, 2020, new water rates apply. The average cost for a household using 4,000 gallons of water a month will increase 85 cents to $24.01.
The Board of Water Works is the governing entity for Louisville Water and sets the water rates annually. On your bill, you will see two charges from Louisville Water, the service charge and the commodity charge.
The service charge includes what it costs to make your drinking water and get it to you – the treatment, meter, delivery, etc.
The commodity charge is based on how much water you use. The first 2,000 gallons are priced at the lowest rate, and the price increases as the usage goes up. Since most of our residential customers use 4,000 gallons monthly, the lower volumes are priced at the lowest amount.
Louisville’s tap water is a great value, especially compared to nearby cities. You can fill up 75 eight-ounce glasses of Louisville pure tap® for just a penny.
Tap here to view the full 2020 Rate Schedule, Customer Fee and Charges.
For more information on previous Louisville Water rates, service rules and MSD rates, tap here.
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Homestead Exemption for 2019-2020 is $39,300
Kentucky’s Constitution allows property owners who are 65 or older to receive the Homestead Exemption on their primary residence. If you are eligible to receive the Homestead Exemption, the exemption amount is subtracted from your property’s assessed value, reducing your property tax liability.
Only one exemption (Homestead or Disability) is allowed per household. Once approved for the Homestead Exemption, you are not required to reapply annually. You are eligible for the Homestead Exemption on residential or commercial property as long as you own and occupy the property as your primary residence and meet all other qualifying criteria. If you move, it is your responsibility to notify the PVA Office and reapply for the exemption on your new residence.
KRS 132.810(2) (h) provides, “When title to property which is exempted, either in whole or in part, under the homestead exemption is transferred, the owner, administrator, executor, trustee, guardian, conservator, curator or agent shall report such transfer to The Property Valuation Administrator.”
For more information, CLICK HERE.
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When Is the 2020 Census Coming to You?
by Kenneth Terrell, AARP, January 7, 2020
There are more than 330 million people living in the United States. This year the Census Bureau will undertake the process of figuring out exactly where each one of them lives. Here's a quick timeline of what that means for you.
The U.S. Constitution requires the Census Bureau to conduct a full count of the nation's population every 10 years. That tally is used to determine how many legislators each state will have in the U.S. House of Representatives for the next decade. The numbers also help policymakers figure out where roughly $675 billion in federal funding gets spent each year.
Most people should expect to receive their census invitation in the mail in mid-March, but the bureau is already busy, currently hiring more than 500,000 workers just to help with the count and opening 248 additional offices nationwide.
May 2020
For those who haven't completed their household census form yet, this month is when workers will start going door-to-door throughout most of the country to assist stragglers. Completing your census form is important for your community and the nation, but make sure to beware of potential scammers. If someone comes to your door, start by asking for a valid Census Bureau ID card.
December 2020
The Census Bureau will provide Congress and the president with the results of the 2020 count.
March 2021
By the end of the month, the Census Bureau will send each state its redistricting counts. These figures will be used to determine new legislative districts and also where federal funding is spent.
Click here to view a 2020 Census video and get inspired to get COUNTED!
https://youtu.be/LXJz7ZfzAuM
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This month only, LMAS is waiving late fees for Jefferson County residents who purchase or renew a Pet License. The Louisville Metro Animal Ordinance requires pet owners to purchase a one-year license for their dogs, cats and ferrets.
Pricing for a Pet Licensing is as follows:
- 1 Year Altered (spayed/neutered): $10.00
- 1 Year Altered – Senior Citizen Discount: $5
- 3 Year Altered: $27.00
- 3 YR Altered – Senior Citizen Discount: $13.50
- 1 Year Unaltered: $60.00
Purchasing or renewing pet licensing can be done four convenient ways: in person at Animal House Adoption Center, online, at a participating Veterinarian office or by mail. To purchase or renew Pet Licensing in-person, visit Animal House Adoption Center daily from 12:00 – 6:00 p.m., Monday - Saturday.
Visit the MAS website to purchase or renew Pet Licensing online or find a participating vet at: https://louisvilleky.gov/government/animal-services/services/license-your-pet.
To purchase or renew by mail, visit the website to download and fill out a pet licensing application. Checks should be made payable to Louisville Metro Animal Services and include an additional 50 cents for postage. Mail the pet licensing application and check to Animal House Adoption Center, 3516 Newburg Road, 40218.
Golf is a year-round sport. Get your pass today!
Louisville Parks and Recreation annual golf passes are now on sale at the Joe Creason Park administration building, 1297 Trevilian Way.
A seven-day unlimited play pass, good for unlimited play including weekends and holidays after noon, is $500. A five-day pass, Monday-Friday only, is $350. Junior, team, and golf cart discount passes are also for sale through the golf desk at Creason Park, located in the parks administration building across from the Louisville Zoo.
Those seeking a pass are required to fill out an application and to get a photo ID taken at the Creason Park golf desk. You can download the application here or fill it out in person.
The golf desk is typically open 8-5, Monday-Friday. For more information, please call (502) 574-6454.
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The Jefferson County Board of Education has scheduled a Public Hearing on January 16, 2020 at 5:30 p.m., to receive comments on a proposed site acquisition at 2605 Echo Trail, Louisville, KY for the purpose of constructing a new middle school. The public meeting will take place at Eastern High School Auditorium, 12400 Old Shelbyville Road, Louisville, KY 40243.
Copies of the proposed tract of land will be available for examination by interested individuals at the above address on the date and time specified. Those individuals wishing to comment on the proposed plan may present oral or written comments at the Public Hearing.
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According to a Newsweek article posted online on January 9, 2020, yesterday (January 9), the nation celebrated National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day—a day where the nation gets to give their gratitude to law enforcement officers and organizations for all the work they do.
Newsweek pointed out that, according to the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund (NLEOMF), there are over 900,000 sworn law enforcement officers serving in the U.S. which it says is the highest figure ever. Out of these, 12 percent are female.
Life is not easy if you work in the law enforcement sector. On a day to day basis, these people put their lives on the line to protect the innocent. According to NLEOMF, since the first recorded police death in 1786, there has been over 21,000 law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty. In the past 10 years, 1,582 law enforcement officers died in the line of duty, which is an average of one death every 55 hours. According to the FBI's Uniform Crime Report 2019 LEOKA report, there have been 60,211 assaults against law enforcement officers in 2017, resulting in 17,476 injuries.
Newsweek reported that as of January 6, 2020, one law enforcement officer has been reported feloniously killed so far this year.
Furthermore, according to the National Alliance of Mental Illness (NAMI), police officers suffer from mental health issues and illness due to responding and witnessing tragic events. Nearly one in four police officers has thoughts of suicide at some point in their life and the rate is four times higher than for firefighters. NAMI also reports that more police die by suicide than in the line of duty, and have much higher rates of depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, burnout and other anxiety-related conditions.
So, please, if you will, take time this weekend to intentionally extend gratitude to a police officer. District 7 is blessed to have several very good suburban police departments and the LMPD as our protectors. I salute every officer on the force and pray their safety. They deserve our acknowledgment and support.
 For the week of Sunday December 29th to Saturday January 4th
Theft from Automobile - There were a total of fifteen thefts from autos, which was an increase from the previous week (2). In ten of the thefts force was used, four were unlocked and one was entered by unknown means. Please remember to lock your vehicles and take your valuables out of your car. See attached maps for more detail.
Auto Theft - There was one reported auto theft for the week which was a decrease from the previous week (3). The theft was by unknown means. See attached maps for more detail.
Burglary - There was one reported burglary this reporting period which was the same as the previous week (1). There was one burglary to a vacant building. Entry was made by the following: one by unknown means.
There was one reported Robbery for this reporting period.
1) On Saturday 1/4/2020 at 6:17pm at 1504 Bardstown Rd. (Smoothie King) the subjects were shoplifting. When confronted by an employee in the parking lot the male suspect backed his vehicle into the employee and then fled scene. Suspect #1-W/F late teens, brown hair, wearing a black Nike hoodie and gray slippers. Suspect #2-W/M 17 years of age, bowl cut hairstyle and blue eyes. Suspect were driving a black 4 door Honda.
LMPD 5th Division Email. 5thdivlmpd@louisvilleky.gov This is an email address that is monitored by the 5th Division Command Staff and District Resource Officers. If you would like to contact us about issues in your neighborhood this is a great way to let us know about it.
We need your help to catch people committing crimes. Many of these crimes occur in a short time. Your call can put us in the right place at the right time. Please make sure you report any suspicious activity you observe.
How to Call. In an emergency always call 911. If you don't feel it is an emergency but you would like to report it to the police you can always the non-emergency line. 574-7111. You will hear a recorded message, you can press 5 and it will go straight to a call taker. It will be entered in as a run to be dispatched and the next available officer will be sent to the area.
Use the crime mapping iPhone app: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/crimemapping/id452856454
Crime Trends from Louisville Metro Police:
Forward this information to your friends and family!
 NOTE: VITA Free Tax Prep Income eligibility = Household income $66,000 or less.
The Kentucky Center ArtsReach, in collaboration with the Office of Mayor Greg Fischer and RiverCity DrumCorp, presents Keepers of the Dream, A Community Arts Celebration of Dr. King’s Vision on Sunday, January 19, at 5:00 p.m. at The Kentucky Center (Whitney Hall), 501 W. Main Street. This event is free and open to the public. The Celebration hosted by WKU student Jayla Ransom features:
- Freedom Award presentation by Mayor Greg Fischer
- Recitation of Dr. MLK Jr.’s speech "Another America" by Keith McGill
- Featured visual artist Phoenixx Lee with the art of LaNia Roberts
- ArtsReach Our Voices Dance Collective from Chestnut Street YMCA
- River City Drum Corp
- ArtsReach Living the Vision Award presentation
- ArtsReach Violin & Percussion Studios from West End School, WESTEC & Portland Promise
- Poets Writeous Soul and Brea
- ArtsReach Playwriting & Dance Studio from Every Known Mastermind, Made New Acapella & D.E.S.T.I.N.E.D. Dance.
For more information, please visit https://louisvilleky.gov/government/city-events/keepers-dream-freedom-award.
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NEW MISSION: Science with a Twist
Saturday, Feb 1st | 7:00pm – 11:00pm
You are invited to the 11th Annual Science with a Twist, presented by Brown-Forman.
Your mission – if you choose to accept it – is to enjoy an exciting evening of mystery, scientific espionage, gadgetry, and fun while supporting the Annual Fund for Science at Kentucky Science Center.
Guests will enjoy:
> complimentary valet parking
> three floors of special “spy and secret agent” exhibits and experiences
> signature cocktails – shaken or stirred – at the open bar
> deliciously crafted hors’ d’oeuvres
> dessert buffet
DON’T BLOW YOUR COVER: Dress as your favorite secret agent, double agent, spy, private investigator, or villain.
This is not a clandestine operation. Bring your fellow spy or villain friends.
Get Tickets
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"THE NEW YEAR
MEANS NOTHING
IF
YOU'RE STILL IN LOVE WITH
YOUR COMFORT ZONE."
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1. A blessing in disguise = A good thing that seemed bad at first
2. A stitch in time saves nine = Fix the problem now because it will get worse later
3. Keep your powder dry = Be prepared and save your resources until they are needed
4. Familiarity breeds contempt = The better you know someone the less you like him
5. Let sleeping dogs lie = Stop discussing an issue
6. Make hay while the sun shines = Take advantage of a good situation
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Sick of that gunk buildup in your car's cup holders? Line them with silicone cupcake liners. They fit perfectly and make clean up a breeze.
Do you want your house to smell good for hours? Make an orange or a lemon candle, and its light and aroma will last a long time. Learn how to do it here.
NOTICE: All Metro Council meetings are carried live on Metro TV, Spectrum Cable Channel 184 and U-verse Channel 99. The meetings are also available online at the Metro Council home page at http://louisvilleky.gov/government/metro-council/metro-council-clerk by clicking on the “Watch Meetings Online” button.
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