| Dear Neighbor,
Tonight you may read about an upcoming investigation regarding alleged actions and activities at the Transit Authority of River City (TARC). These allegations are incredibly serious and should be investigated. That is why you will probably read that our committee on Government Oversight will play a part in the proposed investigations.
I am grateful that my colleagues see the need for transparency and accountability in this situation with an eye toward making sure these unacceptable actions do not happen again. We will also do everything we can to respect the privacy of any victims and the trauma they may have endured at work. I applaud them for coming forward and will do everything possible to conduct a fair investigation for the citizens of Louisville. No one should ever feel pressure to put up with unwanted advances at work. Period.
Thank you,
 Brent T. Ackerson
26th District Councilman
Today we honored Lynn Beckham as Louisville Metro Council recognized and celebrated Black History Month. We are thankful for Mr. Beckham's service, leadership and friendship to all who live in District 26 and Greater Louisville. Below is his biography (abridged) that was read into the record.
Lynn Beckham was born in Shelby County where he was raised on a farm with eight siblings. He is a graduate of the Lincoln Institute in Simpsonville. He went on to a career at General Electric, retiring in 2000.
Since his retirement, he has spent countless hours volunteering, often using his skills from early development which gave him the knowledge of farming and raising vegetables. Since 2012, he has been involved with planting vegetable gardens throughout the community. Lynn’s personality and his giving heart have made these community garden projects successful.
These and other garden projects offer many educational opportunities for children and their families to learn about healthy eating and the importance of having vegetables in their diets. By introducing children to all the different types of vegetables and their nutritional value when they are young, Lynn aspires to have a positive impact on how children eat as they grow into adulthood.
Since 2015, during Black History Month, he has prepared food to support the “African American Read In” programs held in neighborhood libraries. Lynn is noted for his recipe for crackling cornbread. Last year, Lynn was instrumental in preparing the meals for individuals who participated in the Sickle Cell Association of Kentuckians “Back to School Bash” held at Mammoth Cave.
This past September he was instrumental in the celebration of the 25th Anniversary of the Bon Air Library’s Outdoor Reading Garden, also in the 26th District. At that event, which was emceed by Councilmembers Ackerson and Kramer, former Alderwoman Barbara Gregg was recognized for her efforts in creating the garden and we could not have done it without Lynn’s hard work. Of course, all of this could not be done without the help and dedication of Lynn’s wife Pat.
For residents of the Urban Services District, your Junk collection is NEXT WEEK. Large Items waste collection is scheduled for the week of February 24. Residents may begin setting out items TOMORROW afternoon. Reminder: Construction and demolition materials are NOT accepted and tree trimmings must be bundled properly. Collection Guidelines
To receive automatic reminders of large items waste pickup dates, download our Recycle Coach waste information and calendar app at the App Store or on Google Play.
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From January 20 - March 27, yard waste will be collected on your normal day BY REQUEST ONLY. Call 311 or 574-5000 to request yard waste collection. Regular yard waste collection will resume the week of March 30. (Residents with private waste haulers should contact their company about yard waste collection.)
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 SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2020
BEGINS AT 11 AM
Do you enjoy history? Might you enjoy volunteering with a fun group of people working together to maintain and improve a community treasure located right next door to the City of Wellington? Farmington Historic Plantation is in need of additional volunteers to serve as Docents, Visitor Center Volunteers, Garden and Grounds Helpers and Event Volunteers. A Volunteer Recruitment Fair is scheduled for Saturday, February 22 beginning at 11 AM at our Visitors Center located in the lower parking lot. The event will include an overview of volunteering opportunities as well as a tour of the historic grounds and museum house. Coffee and doughnuts will be served. Volunteer shifts are flexible but typically consist of 3 - 4 hours on one day a week. Please join us on the 22nd to learn more. Or feel free to contact our staff at (502) 452-9920 to speak to Kathy or Devin for more details. It's your community...join us to help make it better!
All Residents of Bon Air Estates are invited to the next Neighborhood Association meeting.
Place: Bon Air Library Community Room
Time: 7:30 - 8:30 pm
Agenda: There will be discussion with Officer McMillan on Neighborhood Watch programs, public safety in our neighborhoods; members of metro Government on hand to answer questions. Public safety will be the main focus of this meeting.
Free fun, exercise and teamwork is in the mix this spring as Louisville Parks and Recreation is offering a free tee-ball league for children ages six and under.
Sign-ups will continue through March 6, and again, participation is free. Parents can sign up at louisvillerbi.leagueapps.com or at the following community centers:
- Beechmont Community Center, 205 Wellington Avenue, 40214
- California Community Center, 1600 W. St. Catherine Street, 40210
- Cyril Allgeier Community Center, 4101 Cadillac Court, 40213
- Douglass Community Center, 2305 Douglass Boulevard, 40205
- Molly Leonard Community Center, 640 N. 27th Street, 40212
- Newburg Community Center, 4810 Exeter Avenue, 40218
- Parkhill Community Center, 1703 South 13th Street, 40210
- South Louisville Community Center, 2911 Taylor Boulevard, 40208
- Southwick Community Center, 3621 Southern Avenue, 40211
- Sun Valley Community Center, 6505 Bethany Lane, 40272
Games begin April 11 and will be played at Wyandotte Park, 1104 Beecher Street, 40215. Louisville Parks and Recreation is also seeking coaches and volunteers to help run the league. For more information, call (502) 574-4515 or e-mail Brady Buckley at Brady.Buckley@louisvilleky.gov.
Louisville Parks and Recreation is partnering with Major League Baseball (MLB) and the Reviving Baseball In Inner Cities (RBI) program to increase interest and participation in the game of baseball and softball as well as to encourage academic participation and the value of teamwork. RBI operates in 200 cities worldwide.
 Many of us return our plastic shopping bags to groceries and other stores, but now Kroger is now accepting plastic overwrap, plastic cereal box liners, and shipping envelopes and bubble wrap. For more information, and a larger version of the above image, click here.
The Louisville Metro Department of Public Health and Wellness is offering free radon test kits while supplies last.
You can request a kit by calling 574-6650 or visiting https://louisvilleky.gov/government/health-wellness/radon.
Radon is a gas that you cannot smell, taste or see. It forms naturally when uranium, radium and thorium break down in rocks, soil and groundwater. People can be exposed to radon primarily from breathing radon in air that comes in through cracks and gaps in homes and other buildings. Radon can cause lung cancer through prolonged exposure. Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States, behind smoking, and the leading cause of lung cancer among non-smokers, causing between 15,000 and 22,000 lung cancer deaths each year.
The entire state of Kentucky is at high risk for radon exposure with about 40 percent of homes estimated to have unsafe levels. The only way to know if radon exists at dangerous levels in your home is to test for it.
For more information click here!
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If you see a street light out in your neighborhood (or anywhere in Louisville), LG&E has provided a link you can use to report the issue. Click here to let them know! |
For low-income families in Louisville, the City may provide home repairs in dire emergency situations. If you or someone you know has need for this assistance, please contact their office directly. Learn more from the program's website here.
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 residents 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 502-574-5850 or Jacqueline.Wilson-rudy@louisvilleky.gov
Get involved in Louisville Metro government and governance by joining one of the 80+ boards and commissions that oversee and advise public officials on how to best move our city forward. Here are just a few of the boards that are looking for additional members. Click here or on their name to learn more.
Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board
Board of Zoning Adjustment
Brightside, Inc.
Code Enforcement Board
Commission for Persons with Disabilities
Commission on Public Art
Community Action Partnership Administering Board
County Law Library
Criminal Justice Commission Board
Deputy Sheriff Merit Board
Downtown Development Review Overlay Board
East Urban Core Neighborhood Advisory Group
Ethics Commission
Extension Board
Human Relations Commission Advocacy Board
KentuckianaWorks Greater Louisville Workforce Development Board
Landmarks Commission
Library Advisory Commission
Louisville Arena Authority, Inc.
Medical Center Commission of Jefferson County
NuLu Review Overlay District Committee (Advisory)
PARC (Parking Authority of River City, Inc.)
Parks Advisory Commission, Louisville and Jefferson County
Planning Commission
Revenue Commission
Science Center Board of Directors
Suburban Fire Protection District Board of Trustees: Buechel
TARC Board of Directors
Tree Advisory Committee
Urban Renewal Commission
Zoo Foundation Board
The Louisville Free Public Library has much more to offer than just books you can check out. They offer free internet access, books on tape, CDs, DVDs, and many classes and events for kids, teens, and adults. Click the photo or name to see what programs are available:
2816 Del Rio Place 40220
(502) 574-1795
3940 Grandview Ave. 40207
(502) 574-1771
4800 Exeter Ave. 40218
(502) 479-6160 |
