 The "Talk With David" scheduled on April 14th has been POSTPONED to May 19th due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. If a May 19th in-person "Talk With David" is not feasible Councilman David Yates intends to host an online "Talk With David" providing updates from around the District. Please stay #HealthyAtHome as #TeamKentucky stands #TogetherKY to fight #COVID19
To view each program in more detail, click on the headings!
There are additional loan programs available for businesses to utilize! To view them click here!
The loan program will provide zero-interest loans, with no payments for 12 months, to our smallest businesses (10 full-time employees or fewer) impacted by COVID-19. Small businesses can receive up to $25,000 to cover immediate expenses. Applications will open on Monday, April 6, at www.lhomeky.org. More detail to come.
The CARES Act passed the U.S. Senate on March 25, 2020, the U.S. House of Representatives on March 27, 2020 and was signed into law on March 27, 2020 as part of the congressional response to the COVID-19 outbreak. The portion dubbed the Keeping American Workers Paid & Employed Act focuses specifically on relief for businesses.
Individuals typically not covered by unemployment insurance, including self-employed, independent contractors, freelance workers, substitute teachers, childcare workers employed by religious affiliated organizations and non-profits can now file for unemployment. Those who left their job for “good cause” because of reasonable risk of exposure (self-quarantine) or due to caring for a family member affected by the virus are also eligible.
In order to efficiently process unemployment claims, Kentuckians filing for unemployment benefits should follow a schedule designating what day they can file their claim. The schedule, which is based the first initial in their last name, as can be found HERE. Individuals filing for unemployment benefits should also visit www.kcc.ky.gov/Pages/default.aspx.
Under the presidential emergency declaration, this action allows all individual and other non-corporate tax filers to defer up to $1 million of federal income tax (including self-employment tax) payments due on April 15, 2020, until July 15, 2020, without penalties or interest. On Friday, March 20, the filing deadline was moved from April 15 to July 15. Learn more here: www.irs.gov/coronavirus
Louisville Metro Revenue Commission (LMRC) and the Kentucky Department of Revenue have extended tax filing and payment deadlines from April 15, 2020 to July 15, 2020. For information about the state decision to defer filing and payments of state income tax, visit the Kentucky Department of Revenue website.
LMRC has extended the 2019 annual occupational license tax filing and payment deadline for all taxpayers, including those who filed quarterly estimated deposits in 2019 and those who pay once a year. LMRC also has shifted the April 15, 2020 quarterly deposit deadline to May 15, 2020 for entities required to file a quarterly estimated payment. All other LMRC deadlines will remain in place. For more information, visit www.louisvilleky.gov/government/revenue-commission.
LMRC will no longer take walk-in appointments. Anyone with questions can contact LMRC staff at (502) 574-4860 or via email.
Bank on Louisville has gathered information about how local banks and credit unions are supporting customers impacted by the COVID-19 crisis. You will need to contact your bank or credit union to participate in relief programs as they are not automatic.
To support restaurants and accommodate those who are picking up carry-out orders and gift cards, the parking authority is allowing free parking at meters adjacent to restaurants for up to 15 minutes. Cars must use their flashers.
To view the complete list of resources for small business please click the link below:
https://louisvilleky.gov/government/louisville-forward/small-business-resources-covid-19
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 If you are young and healthy consider helping our Southwest Community Ministries (SWCMs) or South Louisville Community Ministries by delivering Meals on Wheels or help package meals for our neighbors most at risk. Volunteering is the best way to give back and take action in this incredibly difficult time. Together we will fight COVID-19 and together we will persevere.
Sign up today to deliver meals, pack lunches and save lives: click here!
 While we are all cooped up keeping our community safe by staying home and observing social distancing when having to go out for life-sustaining reasons, we can all look forward to celebrating the end of this health crisis with our favorite events and activities at the end of Summer and beginning of Fall.
Here is a list of some of these great area events to help you plan your post-COVID-19 vacation.
- August 15 - Thunder Over Louisville
- August 22 - Kentucky Derby Festival
- August 23 - Indy 500
- September 1 - 30 - Bourbon Heritage Month
- September 3 - UofL Football vs. NC State
- September 4 - Kentucky Oaks
- September 5 - Kentucky Derby
- September 12-13 - Hometown Rising Country Music Festival
- September 17-20 - Louder Than Life Music Festival
- September 25-27 - Bourbon & Beyond Music Festival
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The Louisville Metro Council has approved $2.7 million to assist those impacted by COVID-19. These funds, realized earlier this year through better than expected revenue projections, were originally dedicated to paying down the city’s pension obligations.
The COVID-19 Relief Fund (CRF) will be administered by the Office of Resilience & Community Services and will be used only to support existing programs that offer food assistance and emergency assistance for housing.
Applications for reimbursement by qualified organizations will be reviewed weekly by a three-person panel consisting of a representative of the Mayor’s Office, the Metro Council, and Metro United Way.
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 You can see which companies are hiring right now in the Louisville area and how you can apply at our new online Job Board, created in partnership with Greater Louisville Inc. in response to COVID-19.
Job listings are based on information submitted from employers and are updated daily. Click the link below to see avaliable job opportunities!
  Kentucky unemployment insurance implements new procedures to manage influx of claims from workers affected by COVID-19 state of emergency
 Per Governor Beshear’s new Executive Order, effective Thursday, March 26, 2020 at 8pm only Life-Sustaining Businesses May Remain Open. All other businesses shall cease operations, except to maintain the "minimum basic operations" or the minimum necessary activities to maintain the business.
- To view the Executive Order please click below!
https://governor.ky.gov/attachments/20200307_Executive-Order_2020-216.pdf
- To view the timeline of response efforts please click below!
https://governor.ky.gov/covid-19-response
- To view Small Business Resources please click below!
https://louisvilleky.gov/government/louisville-forward/small-business-resources-covid-19
 Help support your local Southend Restaurants and their employees by participating in the "Gift Card Give Back" program initiated by Councilman David Yates!
Your favorite restaurants have agreed to dedicate 20% of every gift card purchased back to the employees who are being directly effected by COVID-19. By participating in this program you are not only helping those employees, but the entire community.
Please encourage your favorite Southend Gem to join this growing list of restaurants and go out and buy a gift card for someone you love to help support our local economy!
You can check out the complete list of restaurants and their websites by clicking on the link below:
Until at least May 10th, Mayor Fischer has cancelled all City-permitted events or events held in Louisville Metro facilities.
This includes, but is not limited to: events at local libraries, Derby Festival events, the Give-A-Day Week of Service,
  Bars and Restaurants
Mayor Fischer said he supports the decision by Gov. Andy Beshear to order bars and restaurants in the state to close temporarily and allow only carryout or delivery food service.
“Louisville’s food and beverage establishments are a critical piece of our economy – for the city and its residents and visitors – but these are unprecedented times for our city, nation, and world and we must continue to make our decisions based on the public health and safety of all our residents,” the Mayor said.
LMPD
- Conducting rolling roll calls: Rather than have officers gather together at the start of each shift at their division headquarters, commanders will request them to call off via radio from wherever they are in the division.
- Providing security and traffic control support for Metro-run food distribution sites as they go operational today (Tuesday).
- Limiting public access to police facilities – including the main headquarters, division headquarters buildings, the property room, the LMPD Service Center and the tow lot.
- In order to cut down on the risk of face-to-face exposure, LMPD is increasing the capacity of its telephone reporting unit. More calls for service will be sent to that unit for situations where a report can be taken by phone instead of dispatching an officer.
- Using state forms for reporting on non-injury accidents, as is done during bad weather.
- Suspended all training except for LMPD recruits who are currently in the Academy. Academy training continues with precautions in place to allow for social distancing.
Louisville Fire Department
LFD will limit patient contact on non-traumatic incidents and patients not in immediate distress.
- Crews will consider reducing the number of personnel making direct patient contact.
- Crews will keep further distance during patient assessment to limit exposure.
- Post patient care: Crews will continue to frequently disinfect apparatus and equipment
LFD has suspended:
- Home Safety Checks, with the exception of 311 MetroCall requests.
- Community Involvement Programs and public access to fire facilities.
- Community Action Programs.
- Target Hazard Surveys conducted by fire suppression companies.
- Routine Building Inspections conducted by the LFD Fire Prevention Bureau.
- Note: Buildings that pose eminent life hazards such as an overcrowding situation or structural instability will continue to be inspected, and codes will continue to be enforced.
Metro EMS
- Performing call-ahead notifications to hospital facilities if transporting a patient who may fit the parameters of suspected COVID-19, which allows for special intake procedures at the facility to reduce the spread of the virus.
- Ambulances are being decontaminated multiple times each shift, with a deep decontamination after any suspected contact with COVID-19 and at the conclusion of each shift
- In-person training and unnecessary gatherings are suspended.
- EMS employees are encouraged to notify command staff if they or a family member is sick, and to not report to work if so.
Metro Animal Services
- Animal Control officers will only respond to the most serious incidents involving a human and domestic animal in progress, or to assist first responders.
- The LMAS Shelter at 3528 Newburg Road will be open only for adoptions, citizens looking for a lost pet, fosters, and stray pet surrenders.
Louisville Free Public Library
The Main Library and branches are closed. Library staff is teleworking when possible. Fines for overdue books and other material are temporarily suspended. Patrons should not try to return borrowed materials. LFPL offers access to eBooks, eMagazines, downloadable audiobooks, and streaming movies online
Metro Codes & Regulations
- Property maintenance enforcement will be focused on exterior inspections, but interior inspections will be conducted, if necessary, to address health and safety concerns such as electrical, plumbing, and sewage hazards. Violations will still be issued if warranted.
- Codes & Regulations is working with property owners who may need additional time to correct non-hazardous conditions.
- Construction review staff will prioritize inspections.
- Section 8 inspections will be limited to initials inspections and follow-up of previous failed inspections.
- Vacant lot crews will stagger shifts and only perform prioritized work orders.
- ABC applications can be dropped off on the first floor of the Metro Development Center, 444 S. Fifth St.
Metro Office of Resilience & Community Services - Neighborhood Place
- The seven Neighborhood Place locations will close to walk-in traffic starting on Wednesday.
- For information on financial assistance, call (502) 363-1424
- For WIC assistance, call (502) 574-7975.
- If you need to drop off LIHEAP paperwork, please leave your documents in the red box at the Neighborhood Place door.
- For information on Food Stamps, Medicaid, K-TAP, and Child Care, please call (855) 306-8959.
MSD
During this period of taking precautions related to the COVID-19 virus, Louisville MSD will continue to provide services. If you have a sanitary sewer or drainage need, MSD Customer Relations at 502-587-0603, will be staffed to take your request. As we do our work in the community, we will not approach property owners to keep appropriate social distances.
Metro Revenue Commission
- Suspending face-to-face customer service.
- Call (502) 574-4860 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. to connect with the taxpayer services, legal, audit, and compliance divisions for any assistance you may need.
TARC
- TARC established a COVID-19 Task Force on March 6th that meets daily and is responsible for providing a rapid, controlled, and effective response to COVID-19.
- All TARC vehicles, including fixed-route buses and TARC3 vehicles, are being cleaned and sanitized daily in accordance with guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control. TARC is exceeding the guidelines of most transit agencies concerning COVID-19 sanitization techniques.
- The TARC Safety & Security Department has been taking additional steps in response to COVID-19, providing kits to drivers that include gloves, sanitizer, and disinfectant wipes.
PARC
- Motorists must still pay to park in metered spots. Parking violations will still be issued but booting has been suspended.
- To help support the local food and beverage industry, PARC will allow 15 minutes of free meter parking in spots near restaurants if you are picking up a carryout order or buying a gift card. Make sure to turn on your flashers.
Louisville Parks & Recreation
- The city’s 120 parks, including its 18 Olmsted-designed parks will remain open with no restrictions on access. The 6,700-acre Jefferson Memorial Forest will also stay open, but the Welcome Center is closed. Parks employees are increasing cleaning protocols and implementing social distancing.
- Louisville’s 10 municipal golf courses will remain open for play. Parks has taken several steps to ensure the safety of players and employees:
- In the clubhouses, food service will be limited to takeout only. Tables and chairs will be removed to prevent social gathering, and patrons are discouraged from congregating inside them.
- Additionally, bathrooms and touchpoints will be cleaned multiple times daily, credit card terminals will be cleaned after every use, and clubhouse employees will use gloves during every transaction.
- Golf carts will be limited to a single rider per cart, and carts will be thoroughly cleaned after each use. Golfers are encouraged to keep six feet away from each other during play, and flags are to be left in the holes at all times.
- The Mary T. Meagher Aquatic Center is closed.
- The city’s 13 community centers are temporarily closed to the public through April 5.
- The Wilderness Louisville Senior Center is closed.
- Parks will not be accepting rentals of facilities and shelters through April 5. All rentals through April 5 have been canceled. Those with rental agreements through Louisville Parks and Recreation will have the option of a refund or a rescheduled date.
Parks
The city’s 120 parks, including its 18 Olmsted-designed parks and the 6,700-acre Jefferson Memorial Forest, will remain open with no restrictions on access. Jefferson Memorial Forest’s Welcome Center also will be open to the public. Parks employees are increasing cleaning protocols and implementing social distancing.
The city’s 13 community centers are temporarily closed to the public through April 5.
The Wilderness Louisville Senior Center is closed.
The city’s 10 municipal golf courses will remain open. Contact the course to make a tee time.
Metro Parks will not be accepting rentals of facilities and shelters through April 5. All rentals through April 5 were canceled by the close of business Friday, March 13. Those with rental agreements through Louisville Parks and Recreation will have the option of a refund or a rescheduled date.
Zoo
The Zoo is temporarily closed. While there have been no known cases of exposure to COVID-19 at the Zoo, the decision to close was made to further support efforts to reduce the rapid spread of the virus and to protect the health and wellbeing of Zoo staff and the community. The animal care team and other essential personnel will remain active at the Zoo; however, staff who are able to work from home will be encouraged to do so. The Asian Lantern Festival has been temporarily closed as well.
Metro Corrections
Inmate visitation has been suspended at the Louisville Jail for at least three weeks. The decision was made based on a recommendation from Gov. Andy Beshear.
LG&E
Louisville Gas & Electric Co. on Monday said that it will stop disconnecting customers with unpaid bills until May 1. The city’s electric utility said is also waiving new late fees incurred during this period.
Click here to view the LG&E Press Release!
 Kroger
Meijer
Walmart
- Hours of operation are from 6am to 11pm until further notice.
- To order curbside pickup or delivery please click the following link, https://www.walmart.com/cart
Businesses opening only for residents over 60 and those most vulnerable to COVID-19:
- Target (first hour of business on Wednesdays)
- Dollar General (first hour of business every day)
- Wal-Mart (first hour of business every Tuesday between March 24 and April 28)
- Rainbow Blossom (first hour of business every day)
- Whole Foods (first hour of business every day)
- Big Lots (first hour of business every day)
- Fresh Market (8-9 a.m. Monday through Friday)
 How to Report Non-Compliance
Residents who see businesses defying the order to close or curtail their activities can report those violations in several ways:
State of Kentucky – 1-833-KY-SAFER / 1-833-597-2337 (tollfree)
City of Louisville – Metro311
Due to an increased volume of phone calls, city officials are asking residents to contact Metro311 via the web if possible. Your complaints will still be addressed, and your questions will be answered.
   COVID-19 has been declared a pandemic by the World Health Organization. Please take it seriously by reviewing some of the below handouts and instituting these suggestions and information into your daily life.
If you would like more information about COVID-19 please see the following resources:
   
Service will share important medical and family data with first responders
The Smart911 service enables you to go online and input important information for police, fire, and EMS first responders to have at the ready when you call them. You can also download a Smart911 app to your smartphone.
With the community facing a potential surge in COVID-19 cases, it’s now more important than ever for first responders to have what they need to help you
Smart911 stores vital information, such as:
- Your medical history
- Information about family members and pets
- Someone to notify if you live alone
- The name of a neighbor with a key or an entry code for your apartment building
Your Smart911 profile will be available for 911 operators and first responders, saving precious time in an emergency. When you download the app onto your smartphone, it also improves the phone’s GPS location data, which helps if you have an emergency outside your home.
Go to www.smart911.com to sign up.
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 Louisville Water Company has created a jingle and video that will help remind kids and adults of the proper way to wash hands. “Hand Washin Germ Stoppin’” features Tapper, Louisville Water’s mascot and a 20-second song that promotes the importance of soap, water, and a good scrub. Louisville Water’s product, Louisville pure tap® is essential for overall health and hand washing, but it’s especially critical in minimizing the spread of the Coronavirus.
To view the video click the link below: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=prS-Il9PQSw
LIBA has developed an online resource and is sharing recommendations to help the community keep their local businesses in mind as we stay safe.
- Visit www.KeepLouisvilleWeird.com for a listing of local, independent businesses. Special space on each listing is dedicated to information useful during COVID-19 precautions. Keep checking back as our members update their information regularly. The directory is also searchable by businesses that offer delivery, curbside pickup, online ordering, etc.
- Give the Gift of Business - Buy a gift card (on the phone or online) that would cover your usual spend over the coming weeks. Then spend the gift cards later, or give them as gifts to others.
- Buy Now, Pick Up Later - If you had planned on purchasing an item, give the business a call. Pay for it now and have them set it aside for later pickup.
- Keep Up Your Memberships - If you have a membership to a gym, class, studio, etc. keep it going. Many small businesses count on that constant support to keep their doors open so they can be there when you come back.
- Curbside Pickup/Delivery - For restaurants and for retail! Many of our local independents are offering this service.
LIBA is also offering resources to support local businesses themselves. We are offering webinars on working from home, tutorials on Facebook lives that retailers can use for commerce, etc.
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Due to the impacts COVID19 is likely to have on households across the country, Charter is announcing the following commitments to help ease the burden on families with students that need to work remotely:
- Charter will offer free Spectrum broadband and Wi-Fi access for 60 days to households with K-12 and/or college students who do not already have a Spectrum broadband subscription at any service level up to 100 Mbps. To enroll call 1-844-488-8395. Installation fees will be waived for new student households.
- Charter will partner with school districts to ensure local communities are aware of these tools to help students learn remotely.
- Charter will open its Wi-Fi hotspots across our footprint for public use
- For eligible low-income households without school-aged children, Charter continues to offer Spectrum Internet Assist, a low-cost broadband program delivering speeds of 30 Mbps
- Spectrum does not have data caps or hidden fees.
In addition, Charter has accepted FCC Chairman Pai's "Keep Americans Connected" pledge, which for the next 60 days includes the following:
- Charter will not terminate service to any current residential or small business customers because of their inability to pay their bills due to the disruptions caused by the coronavirus pandemic
- Charter will waive any late fees that any residential or small business customers incur because of their economic circumstances related to the coronavirus pandemic
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Testing kits. Whether it’s someone going door-to-door offering a COVID-19 testing kit or someone selling them online, don’t fall for this con.
Miracle cures, vaccines, or supplements. When you see an advertisement promoting a miracle cure, vaccine, or supplement to help you fight the coronavirus, just ignore it.
Mask sales. While many people are on the hunt for medical-grade masks, scammers are posting fake websites.
Government checks. If you receive a phone call from a “government representative” saying they need your social security number, banking account number, or other personal information in order to give your relief check, hang up!
Errand assistance. Be wary of strangers who offer to run errands for you. While there are legitimate groups who are offering assistance to those that are in need, there are scammers who are looking to take your prescription medications or your money.
Free gift cards. Some businesses are providing discounts during this time, but if you see an offer for a free gift card, proceed with caution.
Charity and giving. If you are looking to donate, make sure you are donating to legitimate charities.
Tracking apps. With COVID-19 spreading rapidly, you may want to know if the virus has spread to your area.
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To avoid identity thieves, con artists and self-proclaimed experts, Kentuckians should:
- Watch out for products that claim to cure coronavirus or guarantee coronavirus prevention.
- Be wary of emails from con artists pretending to be the Centers for Disease Control or other public health organizations. A legitimate medical provider would never ask for sensitive information through email.
- Research organizations that are claiming to raise money for a coronavirus vaccine or to help victims.
- Consult the Kentucky Department for Public Health and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for reliable information and updates about the coronavirus. A COVID-19 hotline has also been established for health-related concerns and questions at 1-800-722-5725.
Report Scams to the Attorney General’s Consumer Protection Hotline at 1-888-432-9257
Louisville Metro is asking all volunteers who are 60+ not to volunteer to ensure their safety. All 13 nonprofits that make up the Association of Community Ministries have historically relied on our retired friends for the packing and distribution of food. If you are young, healthy, and able to donate a few hours during this crisis, please let us know, and click here!
To view a full map of the Community Ministries who provide emergency assistance to neighbors in crisis, click here!
For more information about how you can help the elderly or any of the 13 Christian Ministries click on the following new sources below!
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Kentucky is delaying its May primary elections by more than a month, the latest in a series of crowd restrictions announced to try and limit the spread of coronavirus. Gov. Andy Beshear issued an executive order on Monday delaying the May 19 primaries until June 23.
“We don’t want people out there trying to create gatherings where the coronavirus can spread. And just think about the poll worker at your location,” Beshear said. Georgia and Louisiana have also delayed their primary elections. Ohio is moving to delay its primary, which takes place on Tuesday. Kentucky’s Republican Secretary of State Michael Adams recommended that Beshear, a Democrat, delay the election by the maximum 35 days.
https://wfpl.org/kentucky-delays-may-primary-election-by-more-than-a-month/
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  General Information
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The U.S. Census will help determine Louisville's future for the next 10 year — representation in government, the allocation of federal resources affecting communities and families, education funding, and much more.
Mayor Greg Fischer and the Louisville Municipal Complete Count Committee are working to help ensure a complete and proper count of all Louisville residents, and are seeking the community's help in getting out the word. The official Census 2020 date is April 1. Invitations to complete are arriving now and residents are encouraged to respond to the 2020 Census and be counted!
Where are people counted?
- Count people at their usual residence, which is the place where they live and sleep most of the time.
- People in certain types of group facilities on Census Day are counted at the group facility.
- People who do not have a usual residence, or who cannot determine a usual residence, are counted where they are on Census Day.
Support Information
Census Job Opportunities
As a reminder, another challenge we are facing is fulfilling jobs at the Census National Processing Center and Field Operations. Attached are our flyers that explain the job opportunities. Please keep sharing this information through your social media, websites, newsletters etc. More information is below:
- To apply at NPC go to USAJobs.gov Search keyword: PNC Location: Jeffersonville
- Field Operations apply at Census.gov/jobs Hiring process may take 30-60days.
If you wish to see other information in a different language click on the link below.
https://www.census.gov/library/fact-sheets.html
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As of Monday, February 24, 2020, the Waste Reduction Center will be closed for maintenance until further notice. |
The New Dixie Highway project team is working to finalize its plans and scheduling to finish surfacing of the corridor this spring. Surfacing will take several weeks and include leveling, wedging, milling, paving and striping Dixie Highway.
Work is likely to begin in March or April. Much of the surfacing work will take place at night to minimize traffic interruptions.
Follow the New Dixie Highway Facebook page to be updated when short-term lane closures are scheduled. At least one lane in each direction will be open at all times while work is under way.
All landscaping on medians is complete. Additional landscaping, including trees near some bus shelters and along sidewalks, will be installed soon. Signal timing continues to be analyzed and optimized for the new traffic patterns.
 The Louisville PVA offers a homestead exemption for property owners 65 years of age or older and persons with disabilities who own and occupy the property as their primary residence on January 1 of the year in which they apply for the exemption. The homestead exemption for 2019-2020 is $39,300. If you are eligible to receive the exemption, the year’s 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 if 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.
For more information and to apply online, please click here.
AARP invites you to submit applications for the 2020 Community Challenge Grant which provides funding for quick-action projects that can help your community become more livable for people of all ages. Applications are now being accepted for small grants to improve housing, transportation, public space, smart cities, civic engagement, and more.
All of Kentucky’s previously funded projects can be found here.
This year’s application is due by April 1, 2020, 11:59 p.m. ET and all projects must be completed by November 9, 2020. Applications must be submitted through www.aarp.org/communitychallenge
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For details on the extension of your 2019 filing please click the following links below.
In accordance with guidance from Louisville Metro Public Health and Wellness, the LMRC will no longer take walk-in appointments. Anyone with questions can contact LMRC staff at (502) 574-4860 or taxhelp@metrorevenue.org.
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VITA Tax Assistance program has been offering free tax preparation to individuals and families under a certain income bracket in our community for years. This organization depends on volunteers to help prepare taxes and greet clients. We hope you’ll consider joining the team!
If you are interested in volunteering for the 2019 tax season (January-April 2020) please email volunteer@labcservices.org. Make sure you indicate which site you would like to volunteer at (there are 11 sites available).
Volunteer trainings will start in December. Volunteers are needed to help prepare taxes AND greet clients. If interested in volunteering, please sign up by completing this Volunteer Application
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 Update 2/20/20
The second geotechnical study is complete and the consultants are contacting contractors to discuss and design the build retention system.
Preliminary construction estimates will be provided to Public Works. Construction Costs will then need to be identified in the budget with expected costs to be significant.
As always District 25's office will continue to update you through our eNews as more information becomes available.
Thank you for your patience. Councilman Yates lives directly across from this mess and understands your frustration. He is working diligently to ensure the solution is funded as soon as the best recommendation is provided.
 Motorist's, CAUTION!
St. Anthony Church Road has suffered a landslide blocking an entire lane of traffic. Please utilize caution and obey the traffic light, speed limits and traffic signs when travelling St. Anthony Church Road.
Restoration Plan
Public Works has contracted a thorough geotechnical investigation through QK4 - Engineering Consultants to identify the safest, permanent solution.
A second study is currently ongoing and identifying 2 additional landslides that have taken place on property around St. Anthony Church Road but not affecting St. Anthony Church Road, directly.
Multiple options have been offered in a preliminary investigation conducted earlier this summer. Each solution will take time, funding & patience.
Previous Updates are Chronologically listed below:
Update 10/10/19
Public Works has been working directly with St. Anthony Church Road neighbors to identify the root cause of the landslides and to conduct the studies needed to ensure a comprehensive, permanent solution can be found.
Specific property owners would not allow Public Works access to their properties to conduct the testing that is required to design the solution. The Jefferson County Attorney's Office has spoken with counsel for these neighbors and anticipate consent in the very near future.
Due to the property owner's not consenting to Public Works & QK4 accessing their properties & thus delaying the second in-depth geotechnical study, at this time Public Works does not have an expected completion date. Once the second study is allowed to proceed and the final report is submitted, Councilman Yates will be working with Public Work to identify the necessary funding to ensure St. Anthony Church Road is restored.
Update 11/14/19
The property owners surrounding the immediate slide area have consented to Public Works & QK4's conducting 20 soil test borings to evaluate the subsurface conditions with depths ranging from 10 feet - 25 feet.
These boring locations will be monitored to measure groundwater volumes to assist in remediation planning.
Lane closures of St. Anthony Church Road will be required resulting in one lane traffic for the duration of the filed exploration.
The field exploration is expected to take 5-10 working days.
Update 11/26
The second geotechnical study took place at the beginning of December at 7700 St. Anthony Church Road. The engineering team made 20 bores into the road and hillside to study the composition of the land and determine the amount of water flowing in the ground. Once the results of the study are compiled and analyzed Public Works will review the recommendations and identify the best possible permanent solution.
Update 1/7
Drilling work has been completed and the geotechnical group is currently processing the samples collected. The samples will be run under various laboratory tests to help further define the characteristics of those soils in order to provide appropriate foundation recommendations.
After the final report with the foundation recommendations, the final design with a permanent solution will be made.
The project connects the sidewalk along the north side of Rockford Lane from just west of Dover Road to Dover Road intersection. This helps make the pedestrian connection to Western High School (which is just east of the project site).
• Improved and relocated 1 TARC bus stop location
• Improved the drainage along the project corridor by filling in and piping the big open ditch.
• Had to get a KYTC Permit because Rockford Lane is a state-maintained roadway.
• A floodplain permit had to be obtained from MAD as the project limits were just inside MSD’s floodplain.
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 Final surfacing prep work has begun along the Dixie Highway corridor.
Severely deteriorated pavement and other problem areas uncovered through the New Dixie Highway project are being fixed now.
By leveling, wedging and milling the roadway, crews will ensure paving and striping work lasts as long as possible. Temporary lane closures may occur during the work.
At present, work is continuing with little impact from COVID-19. Essential construction and infrastructure work will continue with workers observing necessary health and safety measures.
The New Dixie Highway project team is thankful to its diligent construction crews for continuing their hard work to finish this project on schedule. Please be careful and alert when driving through construction areas to keep workers safe.
After prep work is completed
Final surfacing including paving and striping will take place. Final surfacing is scheduled to be completed in mid-May.
Lighter traffic patterns due to COVID-19 will allow for crews to work during daylight hours. Originally, work was planned primarily at night to reduce peak travel time interruptions.
Moving the work to daytime will improve quality as daylight allows workers to better detect imperfections as they work. This will lead to a smoother roadway and a noticeable improvement to drivers.
For more information click the link below: https://louisvilleky.gov/government/new-dixie-highway
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