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Mayor Fischer, community partners, urge residents to be counted in 2020 Census  

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (January 8, 2020) — With the 2020 U.S. Census less than 90 days away, Mayor Fischer today rallied with community partners working to help ensure a complete and proper count of all Louisville residents. The official Census 2020 date is April 1 and households will begin receiving Census information in March.

“The data from the Census is used to allocate federal resources to many programs affecting communities and families, and that means we need everyone in our state and within the city of Louisville to be a part of it,” the Mayor said. "This is our one chance in 10 years to make sure Louisville and Kentucky gets everything we’re due."

The Mayor added that the Census also determines representation in Congress and is a factor in education funding, grants, research, and business site selection decisions.

The Municipal Complete Count Committee is working to raise awareness of the Census throughout the community, particularly with historically under-counted populations such as immigrants and children age 5 and younger.

“We have groups in our city that are at risk of being undercounted, and we must work together to reach out to them to make sure they are involved,” said Cordova. “Particularly within the immigrant community, there are concerns about privacy. We hear those concerns, and want our immigrant friends to know that the Census is confidential, safe, easy and important.”

How will the census be taken? For the first time, all households will be invited to complete the Census online. In mid-March, addresses will receive a mailed invitation to respond online. If there is no response to the online invitation, a paper form will be mailed with options to respond to the form or by phone.  The form has only 10 questions and takes about 10 minutes to complete. See a Sample Census Questionnaire, available in English and Spanish, at https://louisvilleky.gov/census.

City announces opportunity to apply for the
External Agency Fund Competitive Grants

Grants available to social services and arts and creative industry organizations

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (January 6, 2020)  - Louisville Metro Government (LMG) will begin accepting External Agency Fund applications on Jan. 17 for fiscal year 2021 (July 1, 2020 through June 30, 2021). These grants funded through the city’s general fund are awarded to non-governmental or "external” agencies that contribute to the city's cultural, social and economic vitality.

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City's HUD Grant Applications Being Accepted

CDBG, ESG and HOPWA grants included

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (January 3, 2020)  - On January 10, 2020, Louisville Metro Government (LMG) will begin accepting applications from local non-profit organizations for programs or activities seeking funding from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development grants listed below for LMG fiscal year 2021 (July 1, 2020 – June 30, 2021).

Please submit all questions to: Nancy Griffin, Grants Contract Coordinator, Office of Resilience and Community Services, (502) 574-5777, nancy.griffin@louisvilleky.gov.

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Crisis Component of Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) begins Jan. 6

Automated appointment line now open to schedule appointments in advance

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (December 30, 2019) - The program that helps prevent low income residents of Jefferson County from being disconnected from utility services will begin on Monday, Jan. 6, 2020.

The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) is administered by the Louisville Metro Office of Resilience and Community Services. The LIHEAP Crisis Component will run from Jan. 6 - March 31, or until available funds have been expended, whichever comes first.

This year’s Crisis Program will allow residents receiving a current utility bill with a past due amount and residents receiving a disconnect notice to apply for assistance.

To apply, residents must schedule an appointment utilizing the automated appointment system. Beginning Dec. 30, 2019, appointments can be scheduled by phone by calling 502-991-8391 or online at louisvilleky.cascheduler.com. The toll-free service is currently open and is available twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week.

Individuals who require more information can contact Metro311 by simply dialing 311 or (502) 574-5000, email metro.311@louisvilleky.gov, visit the website’s On-line Customer Service at https://louisvilleky.gov/government/metro311

Coming Events

English Conversation Club at the Library Wednesday Jan. 15, 2020 from 7:00PM to 8:00PM Main Library ι 301 York Street. If you are learning the English language, or would like to practice conversing in English, come join us at the Conversation Club in a relaxed, informal setting. Participants should have some basic knowledge of the English language before joining.  For more information: 502-574-1611 Learn More

Introductory French for Children at the Library Saturday, Jan.11, 2020 - 01:00 PM - 02:30 PM Northeast Library ι 15 Bellevoir Circle Enjoy a free introductory French lesson and a short animated film. Presented by the Alliance Française of Louisville. Children 10 and under and their families welcome. Phone: 502-574-1795 Learn More

Spanish Census Solutions Workshop Saturday, Jan. 11, 2020 at 10:00AM   Americana Community Center Ι 4801 Southside Dr.

Basic Spanish at the Library  Monday, Jan. 13, 2020 - 05:30 PM - 06:30 PM Main Library ι 301 York Street. Learn basic Spanish in a classroom setting through activities, worksheets, and song. Ideal for beginners with little to no knowledge of the Spanish language. Please call 502-964-3515 to register. Learn More

2020 Census Jobs Informational Session Wednesday Jan. 16, 2020 at 2-3:30 PM Located at St. Matthews Library, 3940 Grandview Ave. Registration at https://aarp.cvent.com/KYCensusJobs

KRM Live at Logan Street Market Saturday, Jan. 18, 2020 from 6 PM to 8:30 PM Logan Street Market Ι1001 Logan St. As part of KRM's arts & culture programming, newcomers create home through artistic expression and exchange. Share in these global cultural histories and talents at the next KRM Live event! Learn More

Job opportunities

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Census Bureau Employment Opportunities

The 2020 Census is hiring thousands of temporary workers. In Louisville, the pay is up to $21.50 per hour for part-time, temporary, work from home position plus mileage reimbursement. Apply online at: 2020census.gov/jobs. The application takes about 30 minutes and averages 30 to 60 days to hear back.

Additional 2020 Census jobs are available at the U.S. Census Bureau's National Processing Center, located across the river in Jeffersonville, Indiana. Job vacancies at this facility are posted on USAjobs.gov and include clerks, technicians, warehouse positions, office staff and supervisory staff.

To learn more about this position contact: [email], [phone number].

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Become a Census Champion

Members of the Complete Count Committee and other community partners are serving as Census Champions — trusted messengers who have the tools to educate their communities about the Census and its impact on our city.  Census Champions will share information through a grassroots, neighbor-to-neighbor approach, provide trainings and/or computer access, and other supports. Go to louisvilleky.gov/census to see an interactive Census Champion Map listing sites and services offered.

More information about the 2020 Census and the Municipal Complete Count Committee can be found at louisvilleky.gov/census, or contact Catalina Cordova at Catalina.Cordova@louisvilleky.gov or at (502) 574-5168.

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