Governor's order restricts number of shoppers

Governor Andy Beshear announced an executive order Wednesday limiting the number of people in stores that remain open. Only one adult per household should shop at one time. The exception is when a family member must accompany that one adult shopper because they cannot be left without supervision or care because of their age or a disability or physical or mental impairment. The order also suspended any door-to-door, uninvited, personal solicitation.

Latest CDC guidelines on wearing a mask

The Centers for Disease Control is now recommending that people wear cloth masks when going out of the house for necessities like food and medicine.

Dr. Sarah Moyer, Louisville Metro Government’s chief health strategist, warned that a cloth mask does not guarantee protection against COVID-19 and stressed that social distancing is still the best way to prevent the virus from spreading.

For more guidance on the use of cloth face coverings, visit www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prevent-getting-sick/diy-cloth-face-coverings.html.

Good neighbors

Thanks to:

Tim Tam's, providing meals to households needing help. They are working with the MUSCL Center at St. Elizabeth's Church, which has identified 16 households that need help with meals.

Dairy Del, offering up free kids' meals every day from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Meals are subject to change, but may include hot dogs, orange juice, chocolate milk, yogurt, and slushies.

The Greater Germantown Business Association has a bingo game that promotes ordering curbside or to-to from Germantown and Schnitzelburg area restaurants. The rules are posted on their page: "Next time you get an order from any of our neighborhood (or neighborhood adjacent) establishments, post a picture on the (Greater Germantown Business Facebook page) and tag the business." 

In all there are 24 restaurants taking part in the game — they all offer curbside pick-up or delivery. Play along and spell out B-I-N-G-O and you could win a Greater Germantown Business gift basket with prizes such as a T-shirt, koozie, a sketch of Hauck's Handy Store, a gift card and more. 

Parking change coming to Texas Avenue at Goss Avenue 

In response to complaints of traffic backing up because there's not enough room to turn north onto Texas Avenue from Goss Avenue, a parking change is coming. 

From Louisville Metro Public Works: We have completed our investigation for consideration of installing parking restrictions on Texas Avenue north of Goss Avenue. As a result of this request, we are going to install a no parking anytime sign on the west side of Texas (as you approach the intersection). Additionally, we are going to replace the existing parking related signage on the east side of the road at the intersection and install a 25' double yellow centerline.

Legal Aid Society is here to help

Visit the Legal Aid Society website to learn about ways that group is helping during the pandemic. While our physical office is closed to the public, our staff remains committed to pursuing justice using the necessary precautions to ensure the safety and health of our staff and clients.   Legal Aid Society continues to accept new applications for service. To apply for our services, call 584-1254 or (800) 292-1862 or apply online. Specific information is available on your rights as a tenant, survivors of domestic violence needing a protective order, those with questions about unemployment insurance, and those with questions about stimulus payments.

Mayor warns of massive cuts to city services

Louisville will be forced to "massively" cut city services without federal help to make up revenue lost during the coronavirus pandemic, Mayor Greg Fischer said Wednesday. 

"We will have far, far, far less resources to deliver the resources that Louisvillians deserve," Fischer said. "... As Congress gets together, they are really our only solution. We need to see more relief, more stimulus from the federal government." 

Fischer's budget address is slated for about two weeks from now on April 23. He and his team have declined to provide any estimates about the revenue losses that Louisville anticipates or the size of the budget hole officials expect. 

Louisville's chief financial officer Daniel Frockt said last week it's fair to expect the city will see at least $19 million less in revenue — effectively wiping out the projected boost in revenue leaders had anticipated and then some. 

Regular yard waste pickup to resume the week of April 13

Regular yard waste pickup will resume the week of April 13. (Residents with private waste haulers should contact their company about yard waste collection.) For yard waste collection guidelines, click here.

Update: businesses opening only for residents over 60 and those most vulnerable to COVID-19:

• Target (first hour of business on Wednesday)
• Dollar General (first hour of business every day)
• Wal-Mart (first hour of business every Tuesday between March 24 and April 28)​
• Kroger (7 to 8 a.m. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday)
• Rainbow Blossom (first hour of business every day)
• Whole Foods (first hour of business every day)
• Costco (8 to 9 a.m. Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday)
• Aldi (8:30 to 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday and Thursday)
• Meijer (7 to 8 a.m. Mondays and Wednesdays)
• Sam's Club (7 to 9 a.m. Tuesday and Thursday)
• Big Lots (first hour of business every day)
• Fresh Market (8 to 9 a.m. Monday through Friday)
• Sav-A-Lot, Taylor Boulevard (10 to 11 a.m.)
• Trader Joe's (9 to 10 a.m. daily)
• Walgreen's (8 to 9 a.m. on Tuesday)

Louisville Metro continues to vigorously enforce COVID-19 restrictions on local businesses

Businesses that aren’t complying with restrictions imposed to stop the spread of the COVID-19 virus will be shut down. Although most of the Louisville community is doing the right thing by staying home and avoiding crowds, Mayor Greg Fischer said the city has been forced to take action against some establishments that aren’t getting the message.

The Metro Department of Public Health & Wellness is taking complaints about Louisville businesses operating in defiance of the COVID-19 restrictions. To report such a business:

• Citizens can contact Metro311 by simply dialing 311 or 574-5000
• Email
• Live Chat (bottom corner on every page of the city website, www.louisvilleky.gov)
• Tweet @LouMetro311. Be prepared to leave your name, address, phone number, email address and what type of assistance is needed.

Deputy Director of Metro Public Health & Wellness Connie Mendel, who leads the city’s health inspection team, said complaints that come into Metro311 are typically investigated within one to three days.

In addition to non-compliant businesses, common complaints include essential businesses not observing social distancing; large groups of people gathering in businesses or residential areas; businesses not following good sanitation procedures; and employees being forced to work while sick or next to a co-worker who is sick.

“We will close a business if it is not allowed to be open under the governor’s executive order, or is unwilling to operate safely,” Mendel said. “If they are unwilling to operate safely, we may even issue orders for businesses that are essential.”

COVID-19 information links

COVID-19 Response: Community & Agency Actions Taken to Assist Our Most Vulnerable information page, which includes many links on topics from state and federal relief to utility bills to COVID-19 flyers in 14 different languages. Also includes updates on businesses providing time for shopping only for residents over 60 and those most vulnerable to COVID-19.

Louisville Metro Public Health and Wellness page: https://louisvilleky.gov/news/what-you-need-know-about-coronavirus

The official Team Kentucky source for information concerning COVID-19: kycovid19.ky.gov

Governor Andy Beshear's press releases: https://governor.ky.gov/news

Kentucky Department for Public Health COVID-19 page: https://chfs.ky.gov/agencies/dph/pages/covid19.aspx

Kentucky COVID-19 Hotline: 1-800-722-5725.

Centers for Disease Control site: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html

If you believe you have been a target or victim of a scam or fraud, please report it to the National Center for Disaster Fraud Hotline at 866-720-5721 or via email at disaster@leo.gov

Kentuckians wishing to report online scams and fraud can contact the Federal Bureau of Investigation at https://www.ic3.gov/default.aspx

To file a price gouging complaint, visit ag.ky.gov/pricegouging or call the Consumer Protection Hotline at 1-888-432-9257.

Property tax calendar delayed by 60 days due to COVID-19 pandemic

Due to the COVID-19 State of Emergency, the Department of Revenue Office of Property Valuation and the Finance and Administration Cabinet, in Frankfort, have issued an Executive Order that will delay the property tax calendar by 60 days.

In compliance with KRS 133.045, Jefferson County PVA, Colleen Younger announces the 2020 Jefferson County Real Property Assessment Roll will officially open for public inspection July 6 to July 20. Younger is increasing the conferencing time beyond the statutory 13 days to better accommodate the people of Jefferson County. The 2020 conference schedule will open at noon on June 26 and run through close of business at 4 p.m. on July 20, 2020. This gives property owners who wish to appeal their property value an additional 10 days to complete the PVA conference.

The Jefferson County PVA is also modifying the 2020 property reassessment. The original quadriennial plan had MLS Areas 2, 3, and 7 scheduled for reassessment in 2020. The 2020 Reassessment will now encompass new construction, 2019 sales and improvement permits for improvement. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, all areas previously scheduled for reassessment in 2020 have now been moved to 2021.

Any property owner who wishes to appeal their property assessment must first conference with the Jefferson County Property Valuation Administrator online at www.jeffersonpva.ky.gov. Property Owners who disagree with their property assessment must provide documentation to support their opinion of value.

Out of an abundance of caution all 2020 PVA Conferencing will now be done through our online tool on the PVA website or by teleconference.

Appointments for teleconferences can be made by calling the PVA office at 574-6224.
The PVA premium service website, including the neighborhood sales research tool is available free of charge during the COVID-19 State of Emergency through the end of conferencing at www.jeffersonpva.ky.gov. The PVA premium service website is available free of charge year round at all Louisville Free Public Libraries and at the PVA office.

One Louisville: COVID-19 Response fund announces more non-profit group recipients

Monday, Mayor Greg Fischer expressed gratitude to the many donors who have given more than $8 million to the One Louisville: COVID-19 Respond fund in less than a month since it was launched.

“I want to thank all the people and organizations that have made the compassionate choice to support the One Louisville: COVID-19 Response fund,” the Mayor said. “As of today, we’ve awarded more than $2 million.”

Last week, Mayor Fischer announced the first round of local non-profit groups that have received assistance from the fund, and today he listed another 15. The grants are being targeted to organizations that help the city’s most vulnerable residents and are providing critical support during the pandemic.

The organizations announced today are:

he goal of the One Louisville: COVID-19 Response Fund is to provide flexible funding resources to help community-based organizations and individuals who are disproportionately impacted by the virus and its economic consequences. To contribute to the fund, go to www.louisvilleky.gov/government/city/one-louisville-covid-19-response-fund.

Louisvillians should call their local Neighborhood Place to begin the application process for One Louisville funds, or they can schedule an appointment by going to: www.louisvillekynphelp.itfrontdesk.com.

Remember the 10 steps to fight COVID-19

KentuckianaWorks and GLI online jobs board 

From KentuckianaWorks: 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.

Learn more

Small business continuity loans available

Lifeline Loans - affordable personal loans

LIHEAP funding deadline extended to April 30

Income-eligible residents of Louisville now have more time to apply for funding to help with energy bills, thanks to an extension of the deadline for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). The  deadline is now Thursday, April 30. LIHEAP Crisis operates on a first-come, first-served basis until funds are exhausted or through April 30, whichever comes first. LIHEAP is a federally-funded program that provides assistance to individuals or families struggling to pay their electric, natural gas or other energy bills. The current phase of LIHEAP, called the “Crisis Component”, assist households that are in a home energy crisis and that are facing disconnection from their utility services. Also again this year, residents who have received a current LG&E bill with a Past Due Balance may be eligible to apply. Applicants must be Jefferson County residents with a household income at or below 130% of the federal poverty guidelines (e.g. for a household of four, the gross monthly income cannot exceed $2,790.00).  Modified service delivery for LIHEAP (Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program) While all six LIHEAP offices are closed for walk-in clients in an effort to help stem the spread of COVID-19, residents can still apply for LIHEAP by mail or utilizing Drop Boxes in front of the six LIHEAP offices. LIHEAP required documentation, along with the downloadable LIHEAP Family Profile form and the Remote Processing form, should be mailed as soon as possible and postmarked no later than April 30 to the central LIHEAP office at the following address: Louisville Metro Office of Resilience and Community Services offices at the following address:  The Edison Center, Attn:  LIHEAP, 701 W. Ormsby, Suite 201, Louisville, KY 40203.  LIHEAP paperwork can also be dropped off at secure Drop Box sites in the front lobby of each of the six processing sites. A copy of the required documentation is advisable but if original information is mailed, the LIHEAP staff will return to the applicant by mail. LIHEAP applications will be processed by LIHEAP staff and mailed back to the recipient.   LIHEAP Drop Boxes are available at the following locations: Northwest Neighborhood Place/Academy at Shawnee, 4018 W Market Street South Central Neighborhood Place, 4255 Hazelwood Avenue Neighborhood Place Ujima/Duvalle Education Center, 3610 Bohne Avenue Neighborhood Place/Bridges of Hope, 1411 Algonquin Parkway Newburg Community Center/East, 4810 Exeter Avenue Southwest Government Center/Dixie Highway location. 7219 Dixie Highway For more a full list of required documentation, LIHEAP eligibility and other more instructions, visit https://louisvilleky.gov/LIHEAP. Residents may also call the automated LIHEAP information line at 991-8391 or visit www.louisvilleky.cascheduler.com. Individuals who require more information can contact Metro311 by simply dialing 311 or 574-5000, email metro.311@louisvilleky.gov, tweet @LouMetro311, Web: loiusvilleky.gov/tell311, or download the free Mobile Louisville Metro 311 app from the website. Residents can also call Metro United Way’s 2-1-1 help referral service.

Metro Parks closures and updates

To allow more space for walkers, runners and bicyclists to enjoy the outdoors in a safe, socially distant manner, Mayor Fischer has banned motor vehicles from the loop roads in Iroquois, Cherokee, and Chickasaw parks.

All 120 Metro Parks and the Louisville Loop remain open. Municipal golf courses also continue to operate.

From LiftUpLou: Something good always seems to come from something bad! So here it is - LiftUpLou's list of things to do & things to accomplish during our COVID-19 social distancing. Learn more... Follow them on social media for daily updates, community-wide tips & programming. Go Green Mayor Greg Fischer is encouraging everyone in Louisville to spread unity during the COVID-19 outbreak by joining in on the "Go Green" campaign. The Mayor is asking Louisvillians to decorate their homes and businesses with green lights. Green is the color of compassion. By sharing in this, we are letting those we know and care about that know we're in this together and thinking of them. #BetterTogetherByStayingApart #HealthyAtHome #LiftUpLou #TeamKentucky For more information on the latest COVID-19 updates CLICK HERE

One Louisville: COVID-19 Response Fund to help Louisvillians impacted by virus outbreak

Unemployment Insurance eligibility expanded to individuals not typically covered by UI

Unemployment eligibility has been expanded effective immediately due to COVID-19. 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. 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. To file a claim, visit kcc.ky.gov.

Claim filing schedule
In an effort to serve the large influx of Kentuckians who are filing for unemployment insurance (UI) benefits as efficiently as possible during the COVID-19 outbreak, the Education and Workforce Development Cabinet (EWDC) is implementing new UI filing procedures and starting new local office phone lines for customers.

Kentuckians filing for UI benefits should follow a schedule that pertains to the first initial in their last name as to what day they can file their claim. Check for updates here.

Kentucky Career Centers (KCC) across the state have been closed to the public to prevent the spread of COVID-19 but KCC workers are still providing services by telephone and videoconference. 

Those in the Louisville area may call 502-595-4003 for KCC services including UI questions. Claimants can also call the UI Help Line at 502-564-2900, if they have questions.

Small Business Resources

Updates to small business resources are here.

Neighborhood Place Closures

All seven Neighborhood place locations have been temporarily closed to walk-in clients. Neighborhood Place partner agencies are offering modified service delivery via virtual and telephonic communication services including:

• Financial assistance administered by RCS (includes rental assistance, food, transportation, childcare)
• SNAP Food Benefits (Food Stamps), Medicaid, Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (KTAP/TANF), and Child Protective Services administered by the State’s Cabinet for Health and Family Services’ (CHFS) Department of Community Based Services (DCBS)
• Home Visitation administered by Heathy Start

Contact numbers to access services

• CHFS’ Department for Community Based Services (DCBS) SNAP and KTAP Services at 1-855-306-8959
• JCPS, 313-HELP
• Healthy Start, 574-6661

2020 Census Operational Adjustments Due to COVID-19

Be informed about crimes with LMPD's crime mapping website

The Louisville Metro Police Department uses a Crime Mapping website to display crime on a map in Jefferson County. Zoom in to see crimes in an area, or put an address in the address bar at top left to search. You may sign up for auto email alerts for crime around an address. Reports are made available to the public after a process of internal review, often in the same day as the report taken. Due to the nature of some crimes, reports are made available to public upon the completion of a thorough investigation. Reports of that nature will be made available as soon as practical.

Waste Reduction Center on Meriwether closed for maintenance 

The Waste Reduction Center at 636 Meriwether Avenue, is closed for maintenance until further notice. Metro Public Works must reconstruct an unsafe push wall on the loading pad. Click here for a list of alternative bulky waste disposal sites. The vendors charge a disposal fee. 

District 10 events

Free, virtual Kentucky Shakespeare tonight: The Comedy of Errors

Canceled/postponed events

If you have plans, call ahead to see if the event has been canceled or postponed.

The Louisville Zoo

The Louisville Zoo may be closed, but you can virtually visit. At http://LouisvilleZoo.org/LiftUpLou you will find crafts and educational activities to stay connected to the animal world.

The Zoo has rescheduled its Party for the Planet celebration and Throo the Zoo 5K due to the temporary closures in response to COVID-19:

• Party for the Planet: A Month-Long Celebration of the Earth was previously scheduled for April but will now occur during the entire month of July.
• The wildest 5K in town, Throo the Zoo 5k Run/ Walk was originally scheduled for May 9 but will now occur on November 21.

Louisville Nature Center

The Louisville Nature Center office and building will be closed through April 20 due to COVID-19 concerns. The nature trails and sensory garden will remain open. LNC staff is working remotely to continue planning programs and creating resources that will help you Explore Nature Nearby.

Here's what you need to know:

• The Nature Center will remain closed to the public through April 20. All programs and volunteer activities are suspended during this time.

• The Mayor's Give A Day Week of Service has been postponed indefinitely.

• Gardenaganza 2020 has been postponed. Stay tuned for more information.

• The trails and Nature Play Area remain open daily from dawn to dusk, so you can still get outside and enjoy nature (at a safe distance from others!).

New YouTube channel
Looking for ways to keep yourself and the kids busy at home? The Louisville Nature Center has you covered. Check out our new YouTube channel for a virtual visit to our bird blind, a bug hunt in the woods, and other fun outdoor activities. We'll be sharing lots of content in the coming weeks, so be sure to subscribe to our channel to avoid missing out.

For even more fun, you can also like our Facebook page and check out nature activities for at-home learning and exploring every Tuesday and Thursday.

Save the date:

• Birding for Beginners - Saturday, May 16, 10 a.m. to noon
• Summer Day Camp - begins Monday, June 1, weekdays 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Register for programs at louisvillenaturecenter.org.

Louisville Metro News

Homestead Exemption can help seniors with property taxes

Are you 65 years of age or older, or will you turn 65 in 2020? Do you own and occupy your primary residence (as of 1/1/2020)? You may qualify to exempt the first $39,300 of your home value from property taxes through the The Homestead Exemption. In the Urban Services District, this equals $527 cash in your pocket annually and, once approved, you are not required to reapply unless you move. 

Complete this one-page form and mail it, along with a copy of your driver’s license (or ID), to the PVA. You’ll get a letter back that looks like this. You'll be notified by a postcard if you qualify.

Homeowners who are veterans of the United States Armed Forces and have a service connected disability, or civilians who have been determined to be totally and permanently disabled under the rules of the Social Security Administration or the Kentucky Retirement Systems, may also qualify for a homestead exemption. More information is here. If you know a homesteader who may qualify, please let them know!

Louisville Metro events

Louisville Seeds and Starts Sale: online ordering, curbside pickup

Place and pay for your order online at seedsandstarts.org and select the date you want to pick up. When you arrive at the greenhouse, call the number posted and we'll have everything ready to go. It's that easy!

Louisville Grows is taking every precaution to keep our gardeners and staff safe.

• Orders will be able to be picked up at 536 N. 44th Street, Louisville.
• Please allow two business days for your order to be ready. When you check out, you will be prompted to select the day you would like to pick up your order.
• You must load all items yourself, staff will be unable to assist you.
• All plants, fruit trees, berry bushes, and soils and mulches are online only.
• You will not be allowed to "shop" or enter the greenhouse.
• If you have any concerns or questions, please email Lisa.

Curbside pickup instructions (once you arrive at the Greenhouse):

1. Call number posted out front, please remain in your vehicle.
2. A staff member will place your items onto a table by the curb.
3. If someone is already loading, please allow time for them to finish loading.
4. Maintain six feet of distance from other customers and staff.
5. Load your order into your vehicle.

May 7 and 21 - Strawberry Fresh Stop Market

The annual Strawberry Fresh Stop Markets demonstrate how communities that pull together, plan together and buy together can break down barriers to accessing local, farm-fresh food. Through New Roots, more than 250 families will pool SNAP Benefits and cash to qualify as volume strawberry purchasers from VanMeter Farms in Clarkson, Ky. While New Roots serves all, it primarily works with families with limited resources who would otherwise be unable to purchase local berries and other produce.

“Pooling resources in this way makes local strawberries affordable and available to everyone,” said Ms. Gwendolyn Mitchell, New Roots Organizer and Shareholder.

Berries can be picked up at New Roots via curbside delivery. Please pre-order your strawberries by calling New Roots at 509-6770 or emailing info@newroots.org or ordering online with a debit/credit card here for May 7 and here for May 21. All strawberries must be ordered before 9 PM on Monday May 4 for May 7 pick up and May 18 for May 21 pick up. SNAP users and those who would rather not use online ordering are welcome to please call the office to order. There will be a small selection of strawberries available for walk up buyers. However, strawberry supplies will be very limited so buyers are encouraged to pre-order. Free deliveries for older adults and others who are homebound.

All of the strawberries are locally grown without chemical pesticides or herbicides by VanMeter Farms. “We find it very rewarding to partner with New Roots on their Strawberry Fresh Stop Markets. 2020 will be a fantastic season for our berries,” remarked farmer Danny VanMeter. “They are looking great and taste delicious.”

New Roots is a local organization, which believes access to fresh food is a basic human right. It has helped to organize the Fresh Stop Markets. Information on the 2020 Fresh Stop Markets coming soon!

2020 Tentative interstate and state-maintained road mowing start dates

4/20 Litter/mowing on all interstate highways 5/11 Two-lane road mowing in counties 5/25 Litter/mowing on all interstate highways 7/6 Two-lane road mowing in counties 7/13 Litter/mowing on all interstate highways 8/24 Litter/mowing on all interstate highways 9/7 Two-lane road mowing in counties 10/26 Litter/mowing on all interstate highways, with the exception of I-265, which will be delayed until after the first frost if that has not occurred by 10/26.  12/14 Last litter cycle on interstate highways Fine turf mowing along 1-65 and downtown bridge areas:  4/13, 4/27, 5/11, 5/25, 6/8, 6/22, 7/6, 7/20, 8/3, 8/17, 8/31, 9/14, 9/28, 10/12.  All start dates are tentative and subject to change depending on the needs of the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet and weather conditions; official notifications will be sent out prior to the start of each cycle.

News you can use

District 10 NDF and CIF appropriations

Councilman Mulvihill-initiated D10 Neighborhood Development Funds (NDF) and Capital Improvement Funds (CIF) appropriations. Link to NDF information is here, CIF information here.

Alcoholic Beverage Control advertisement run for 3952 Bardstown Road

An advertisement for a Quota Retail Liquor Drink and NQ4 Retail Malt Beverage Drink ran in the Louisville Courier-Journal March 27 for Tracks Bar and Grill, 3952 Bardstown Road.

Any person, association, corporation, or body politic may protest the granting of the license(s) by writing the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control, 500 Mero Street, 2 NE 33, Frankfort, KY, 40601, within 30 days of the date of this legal publication.

In order to meet the 30-day requirement, those wishing to protest the application should mail correspondence by April 25.

Alcoholic Beverage Control advertisement run for 1010 Clarks Lane

An advertisement for a Quota Retail Liquor Package, NQ Retail Malt Beverage Package, & 2 a.m. Extended Sales Hours License(s) ran in the Louisville Courier-Journal March 18 for Kings Discount Liquor Store, 1010 Clarks Lane.

Any person, association, corporation, or body politic may protest the granting of the license(s) by writing the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control, 500 Mero Street, 2 NE 33, Frankfort, KY, 40601, within 30 days of the date of this legal publication.

In order to meet the 30-day requirement, those wishing to protest the application should mail correspondence by April 16.

Louisville Metro Planning and Design Services District 10 cases

Note: short term rental is the general term used to describe vacation rentals including AirBNB, VRBO, and Tripping. 

18MINORPLAT1040 for 4103 Lee Avenue, a minor subdivision plat to create 2 lots from 3 and shift property lines on .37 acres in the R5 zoning district. 

18MINORPLAT1074 for 4600 Jennings Lane. The applicant seeks to create two tracts from 1 on 0.105 acres in the M-3 zoning district.

19MINORPLAT1050 for 1990 Newburg Road. The applicant seeks to create three tracts from 1 on 9.514 acres in the R-5 zoning district for the Nazareth Literary and Benevolent Institution. 

19-MPLAT-0074, 4023 Poplar Level Road, former Kmart, a large format minor plat to create 4 tracts from 1 tract on 9.91 acres in the C1 zoning district.

19RECORDPLAT1007 for 3502 Grantswood Court, a major subdivision record plat for right-of-way dedication for Grantswood Court on 1.878 acres in the R-5 zoning district.

19CUP1095, 1038 Milton Street, A conditional use permit application for a proposed boarding house on 0.0908 acres in the R5 zoning district. 

19-DDP-0077, 4730 Champions Trace Lane, a revised district development plan for a medical office and dialysis center on 1.4 acres in the C2 zoning district. 
19-VARIANCE-0076, 4730 Champions Trace Lane, a variance from section 4.8.1 of the Land Development Code to allow the proposed pavement to encroach into the middle and outer 100ft stream buffer for a medical office on 1.4 acres in the C2 zoning district. 

19-DDP-0021, 3231 Poplar Level Road, a Detailed District Development Plan application for a 19,500 square foot proposed office building with associated parking on 4.5 acres in the OR1 and R5 zoning districts.
19-VARIANCE-0005, 3231 Poplar Level Road, variance requested for the building to exceed the 80' maximum front and streetside setback for Nightingale, Poplar Level and Quarry Hill Road. 

20-VARIANCE-0001, 910 Ash Street, request for a variance from LDC section 5.2.2 to allow encroachment into side yard setback. 

20-CAT2-0006, 4025 Poplar Level Road, a category 2b development plan for the construction of a new 2,998 SF Burger King Drive Thru on 9.914 acres in the C1 zoning district. 
20-LANDSCAPE-0006, 4025 Poplar Level Road, landscape plan for a restaurant on 9.9 acres in the C1 zoning district. 
20-WAIVER-0004, 4025 Poplar Level Road, a waiver from section 10.2 of the Land Development Code to allow the parking and dumpster to encroach into the 10' VUA (Vehicle Use Area) LBA (Landscape Buffer Area) along the entrance drive frontage on 9.9 acres in the C1 zoning district. 

19-CAT2-0011, 3800 Bishop Lane, a Category 2B development plan application for a proposed 10,000 square foot storage warehouse on 2.63 acres in the M2 zoning district. Barnes Automotive. 

19-CAT2-0016, 4664 Jennings Lane, Category 2B development plan for a proposed 34,700 square foot office building on 14.36 acres in the M2/M3 zoning district. LG&E South Service Center. 
19-CFR-0003, 4664 Jennings Lane, a community facility review application for the development of a 34,700 square foot, two story office building with parking on 14.36 acres in the M2/M3 zoning district. LG&E South Service Center. 
19-CAT2-0030, 4664 Jennings Lane, a Category 2B development application for the development of a one-story office building with parking lot on 14.36 acres in the M2 and M3 zoning districts. LG&E South Operations - Engineering Center. 

19-WAIVER-0016, 4500 Champions Trace Lane, a sidewalk waiver request for requirement along Champions Trace Lane. 

19-WAIVER-0095, 1008 E. Oak Street, a waiver of the required landscape buffer area along the east property line for Hinterhof Micro-Rosteri. 

19-WAIVER-0112, 2814 Newburg Road, a waiver for the sidewalk requirement along Newburg Road. 
19-WAIVER-0113, 2814 Newburg Road, a waiver to allow detached houses to abut a private street.  

Short term rental cases

18CUP1130 for 3762 Illinois Avenue, a conditional use permit for a Short Term Rental of a non-primary residence in the R-5 zoning district.

18CUP1176, 1125 Fischer Avenue, a conditional use permit for a non-primary residence short term rental in the R6 zoning district.

19CUP1017, 2606 Pindell Avenue, a conditional use permit for a short term rental on 0.1197 acres in the R5 zoning district. 

19CUP1042, 922 Keswick Boulevard, a conditional use permit for short term rental at a nonprimary residence on .11 acres in the R5 zoning district.

19-CUPPA-0241, 1622 Whippoorwill Road, a conditional use permit for a short term rental at a non-primary residence on 0.1334 acres in the R5 zoning district.

To check on Planning and Design Services cases, click here.

 Locate legal Short Term Rentals with new interactive map

Short term rental enforcement continues in large part to be complaint-driven, based on public reporting of alleged violations to administrators. A new interactive map tool contains all of the registered short term rentals in Louisville having an active permit to rent their property out to paying customers on STR websites like Airbnb. If you believe someone is using a property as a short term rental but it does not show up on this registry, or if the registry indicates a non-owner occupied property does not have a CUP, then please report the issue here (select “Zoning and Business Concerns,” “Zoning Concern,” “Short Term Rental,” complete the form and submit). Or contact our office.

Know the signs of human trafficking - you could save a life

Do you know the indicators of human trafficking? You could save a life. Click here for details.  If you believe you may have information about a potential trafficking situation, please contact the National Human Trafficking Hotline at 1-888-373-7888 or text 233733 or BeFree. Hint: Keep this hotline number in your cell phone.

Report litterers

Get directly involved in making Louisville a more litter-free community through the Report-A-Litterer program aimed at motorists who throw fast-food wrappers, cigarette butts, soda bottles or any type of litter out their car window. Click here to report.

Get your reduced cost recycling cart before funds are depleted

Councilman Mulvihill is committed to providing carts to District 10 residents at a reduced cost. These recycle carts will be available on a first come first served basis until the funds are depleted.  The photos at left show the sizes: 64 gallon on the left, 95 gallon on the right.

The carts normally cost $53, but Councilman Mulvihill has made them available for residents of District 10 for a reduced cost of $28. Please call 574-1110 or email us for the form. This offer is available to urban service district residents.

What's the difference between a Recycling Bin and Recycling Cart? The District 10 Discount Cart Program only includes Recycling Carts in 65- or 95-gallon size. Please call 574-1110 or email us for the form. This offer is available to urban service district residents. Households with city waste services receive one garbage cart (all black) and one 18-gallon orange recycling bin for free. If you have just moved into a residence and either of these are missing, contact Metro311 online or call 311 or 574-5000 to make a request.

RecycleCoach app helps Louisville Metro customers with collection reminders, recycling information and more

Receive notifications about garbage, recycling, bulk waste, and yard waste collection services through the RecycleCoach app.  The app also has a “what goes where” feature to allow a person to input a certain item to get information on disposal or recycling. Download from the App Store or Google Play.

Kroger now accepting additional types of plastic recycling

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. 

Streetlight out? Report it. 

Please report non-working streetlights to LG&E online here.

Property maintenance is the responsibility of the resident, from the middle of the street to the middle of the alley

In Louisville Metro, it is the responsibility of the person living in a home to keep the front and rear of the property clean. This area extends from the middle of the street out front to the middle of any alleyways to the rear or side of the property. This applies to litter as well as plants and trees that could impede the alleyway or street. Inspections, Permits and Licenses (IPL) could cite and possibly impose a fine if you've got a lot of debris and plant overgrowth. Thank you for adhering to the local property maintenance codes and keeping a clean neighborhood. 

Crisis line for veterans and their families

Some offices and VA hospitals offer a "Health Promotion Disease Prevention Program" that includes treatment methods including acupuncture, tai chi, and meditation instead of opioids, and they work with the Veterans Crisis Line (1-800-273-8255, Press 1) to provide support and treatment for PTSD and depression, the leading cause of suicide for veterans.

Additional references for VA material and assistance or 1-877-WAR-VETS. Lifestyle changes for better health, or sexual trauma.

From the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline:

We can all help prevent suicide. The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals. Call 1-800-273-TALK or go to https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ to live chat.

"Embrace the Journey" website for parents of LGBTQ+ children and adolescents

For LGBTQ+ children and adolescents,a parent’s support makes all the difference. The Embrace the Journey website is designed to educate the parents of LGBTQ+ children and adolescents about how to give children the emotional support they need.

Question or problem? Contact Metro311 one of several ways

If you wish to make a Metro311 request, please make a report online or use the mobile app. You'll receive a service request number that will help the District 10 office assist you. You can report online here, or download the free mobile 311 app from your app store. Or tweet @LouMetro311 or call 574-5000.  You can now look to see if an issue you want to report has already been reported. And you'll get notification of your issue along the way. Visit Metro311 to learn more:  Louisville Metro Government's Metro Business Portal, where you apply for permits, licensing and applications with Louisville Metro, is here.

Metro Emergency Repair Program

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 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 line leaks For further information contact Jackie Wilson-Rudy at 574-5850.

Would you like to serve on one of Louisville Metro's Boards or Commissions? 

Interested in volunteering for one of Louisville Metro Government's Boards and Commissions? Serving on a board or commission, you will have a chance to improve the quality of life in our community. There are approximately 100 boards and commissions with many areas of interest, including business and economic development, land planning, parks and recreation, public health and public safety. To learn more about board applications, please click here.

If you know of a community event you'd like to be considered for inclusion on the District 10 E-News, let us know. Click here to email our office. 

You are receiving this email because you have signed up for the E-News or have contacted my office for assistance. If you would like to be removed from this communication please email Sara Feltner with "REMOVE" in the subject line.