LMAS Pet Licensing Amnesty

Metro Animal Services will waive penalties for Jefferson County pet owners who purchase or renew Pet Licensing by Jan. 31. The Louisville Metro Animal Ordinance requires owners of cats, dogs and ferrets to purchase a one-year license for every pet.

“It’s the start of a New Year, and everyone is preparing for tax time, but it’s also a good time to make sure your pet’s affairs are in order,” said Ozzy Gibson, MAS Director. “Right now, we’re encouraging pet owners to purchase or renew pet licensing during the month-long grace period. It’s just $10 for a one-year license – no fines attached.”

Pet owners residing in Jefferson County are required by law to purchase a yearly pet license for each cat, dog or ferret they own and must provide proof the pet’s Rabies vaccination is current. A one-year Pet License for an altered (spayed or neutered) pet is $10; for a three-year altered Pet License, the fee is $27. MAS offers a discounted rate for Senior Citizens: pets must be altered to qualify, and the discount is limited to two pets per household. Pet owners with current violations or fines unrelated to animal licensing will not be eligible for amnesty.

Jefferson Country pet owners can avoid potential fines associated with the failure to purchase or renew a pet license during the amnesty period from Jan. 1 - 31. Fines and fees can quickly add up once a pet enters the shelter. The boarding fee for an unlicensed pet is double the cost for a licensed pet at $30, plus an additional $10 per day. That doesn’t include an impoundment fee of $25 and other fees related to a pet’s stay in the shelter.

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 12-6pm.

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. Pet owners with questions about the Pet licensing process can contact the LMAS business office at animals@louisvilleky.gov.

Miracle League Volunteers Needed!

The Miracle League of Louisville is a baseball league and complex located in Fern Creek Park, but serves all Louisville Metro Districts and Kentuckiana for children and adults with physical, cognitive, and/or emotional disabilities.  The league had a very successful summer and fall season in 2019 and we are now seeking volunteers for the upcoming 2020 spring baseball season.  Volunteer opportunities include being a Buddy (each player in the league has their own Buddy who assists them on the field and in the dugout for each game), coach, assistant coach, umpire, team mom, or general game day help.  The spring baseball season games will be played on Saturdays from April 11, 2020 through June 13, 2020 with the exception of Derby Day and Memorial Day. The volunteer commitment will require a minimum of one hour, or longer if interested each week.  Church groups, athletic teams, corporate groups, civic groups, and school clubs are just a few examples of individuals that can come together to serve our community.  Volunteering as an individual or a group for The Miracle League of Louisville will build camaraderie and a sense of community involvement. If interested in volunteer opportunities, or you have any questions regarding our upcoming baseball season please visit the Miracle League of Louisville website (www.miracleleaguelouisville.org), or contact us at your earliest convenience.  Thank You Stan and Barbara Raley, Co-Directors of Operations The Miracle League of Louisville Stan.BarbRaley@gmail.com (502)445-9430

Family Nature Play Day

Louisville Metro Parks Foundation Survey

For the next two weeks, the Louisville Parks Foundation is conducting their annual survey.  The information they gather from this survey is critical as they work to meet the needs of the community.    The survey will close on Sunday, January 26 at midnight. Please complete the survey and share the link with others. The link to the survey is below:  https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/WFPYH7H

MLK Jr. Motorcade Street Closures

Monday, January 20, 2020 - Martin Luther King Jr. Motorcade

10 am - 1 pm

• Broadway from 28th Street to 34th Street
• Broadway from 20th Street to 23rd Street
• 34th Street from Broadway to Vermont Avenue
• River Park Drive/Chestnut Street from 34th Street to 20th Street
• 33rd Street from Vermont Avenue to River Park Drive (no access to Interstate 264)
• Interstate 264 Ramp to River Park Drive
• 22nd Street from Chestnut Street to Algonquin Parkway
• Hill Street from 18th Street to Wilson Avenue
• Wilson Avenue from Hill Street to Algonquin Parkway
• Algonquin Parkway from Wilson Avenue to 18th Street
• 21st Street from Dumesnil Street to Jefferson Street
• Dumesnil Street from 23rd Street to 18th Street
• Oak Street from 18th Street from 23rd Street
• Jefferson Street from 20th Street from 23rd Street

The Census Bureau is Hiring!

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