Kentucky COVID19 hotline: (800) 722-5725
LOU HEALTH COVID-19 Helpline: (502) 912-8598
Those who have been financially harmed by COVID-19 can visit TeamKYFund.ky.gov to apply for funding.

Governor Andy Beshear issued a new set of recommendations for Kentucky counties that have surged into the "red." Most of the guidance aligns with the tighter "Healthy at Home" orders the state issued last spring when the pandemic began. It includes encouraging take-out over dining-in at bars and restaurants. But none of nine steps involves shutting down in-person classes for public school children or ordering hospitals to eliminate elective surgeries. "We are moving in the wrong direction. … It's our job as a commonwealth and a country to turn this around," the governor said.

https://www.courier-journal.com/story/news/2020/10/26/covid-19-guidance-for-kentucky-counties-in-the-red/6038741002/

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Governor Andy Beshear signed an executive order to extend the ban on cutting off utility services to November 6, as well as to ensure additional protections for those behind on their bills. The Kentucky Public Service Commission issued the ban in March as the coronavirus pandemic and resulting economic downturn swept the state, and Governor Beshear signed an initial executive order in May that would not allow utility companies to cut off residents' water, gas and other services.

Following Governor Beshear's executive order earlier this month for stopping utility shutoffs, Louisville's largest utility companies met before a Metro Council committee on Wednesday to outline how they plan on providing relief for customers behind on their bills. The water company will not be enforcing shutoffs or charging late payments until Jan. 1, 2021, Executive Vice President Dave Vogel said. Vogel encouraged customers behind on their payments to reach out to the company to set up a payment plan. MSD's bills often appear alongside the water company's, so it will be working with Louisville Water on many of its policies.

Testing Sites

The majority of testing sites in Louisville are returning results in 48 hours or less. That includes sites administered by Blue Water labs, University of Louisville sites, Norton sites and several others. Reminder we have the full list of testing sites online.

University of Louisville Sponsored Test Sites:

Downtown at the corner of Brook and Liberty streets
U of L Health Mary and Elizabeth Hospital
U of L Health in Bullitt County

To make an appointment, call 502-588-0414

Last Weekend for the 2020 Jack O'Lantern Spectacular

Jack O'Lantern Spectacular is down to it's last 3 days! Sunday, November 1st is the last day for this safe drive-thru-only event!

LOCATION: Iroquois Park 5200 New Cut Rd.
TIME: We are asking cars to arrive no earlier than 6:45PM. The hours of operation are Dusk – 11 p.m. (Sunday – Thursday) and Dusk – Midnight (Friday & Saturday)
TICKETS: The website for tickets is www.jackolanternlouisville.com. Due to COVID-19, and the fact we anticipate sold out nights, we HIGHLY encourage everyone to buy tickets online. While tickets can be purchased at the gate, this will be a cashless event. Once purchased, you can download the tickets to your phone, or print them off at home and bring them with you to the show. Tickets can be purchased online with a major credit card.
COST:

Cars/SUVs/Minivans: $35
Passenger Vans/Limos: $50

Sensory Night is held on Sunday, November 1. It is designed for those with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and sensory processing differences, and their families, from 5:00 – 6:00 pm. For guest’s enjoyment, pumpkins will light up the woods, but there will be no music or special effects. Sensory Night at the Louisville Jack O’ Lantern Spectacular, made possible through the generous support of PNC Bank.

Churchill Downs Fall Meet Starts

Churchill Downs welcomed fans back into the stands for the first time this year for their "2020 Fall Meet". It runs from October 25th through November 29th, Wednesday's through Sunday's. Officials with the track announced a limited number of spectators would be allowed in for the fall meet with COVID-19 safety protocols in place. Before fans could enter they were met with temperature checks and medical questionnaires, once inside masks were mandatory. For additional racing information and COVID Guidelines go to "www.churchilldowns.com"

FREE Tree Giveaway November 7th

LG&E Scam Alert!

LG&E is warning consumers of an sophisticated scam working its way through the community.
Customers said they first received a warning call or voicemail about their services being shut off and then minutes later, an LG&E employee showed up to service their home. LG&E said it’s a way for scammers to get money from consumers by asking for payments over the phone. They’re not just tricking customers, they’re tricking LG&E too.

Here are is what to look for:

Tell customers their account is past due and require immediate payment by a prepaid debit/gift card or payment app like Cash App or Venmo through a smart phone. If you receive a call, it’s likely a scam.
Show up to your home or business unannounced without proper identification and claim to be a representative of LG&E, KU or ODP.
Provide a fake account number in hopes you don’t remember or can’t locate your real account number.

If this happens to you, LG&E recommends calling them directly and never make any kind of payment over the phone.

For more on how to avoid being scammed, visit LG&E's website.

UPS Now Hiring

UPS officials said hiring has already begun with pay starting at $14.50 per hour, with bonuses of up to $150/week.

They are hiring package handlers, driver helpers, tractor-trailer drivers and personal vehicle delivery drivers. There are both full- and part-time jobs.

Interested applicants can apply at www.upsjobs.com.

Report Littering!

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.

Property Maintenance is the Responsibility of the Resident

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.

Report Illegal Dumping

Report:

where it happened
describe the vehicle(s) involved
include license plate number, if possible
upload pictures if available

For more information about illegal dumping, including a link to the reporting form visit our illegal dumping webpage.

Waste Tire Collection Event

Take advantage of this opportunity to properly dispose of unwanted tires. Any Kentucky resident is eligible to participate in this event EXCEPT tire retailers, scrap/salvage yards, and recycling facilities. Check out this short video about the event.

November 5, 6, 7th - Thursday & Friday, 7 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., Saturday, 7 a.m. - 1 p.m. - 1030 Phillips Lane, across from KY Exposition Center

Tires must be separated by type prior to arrival.
Accepted:

Tires on or off rim
Truck, light truck, and passenger
Tractor and farm implement
Bicycle, motorcycle, golf cart, ATV

Not Accepted:

Foam filled
Calcium filled
Off road construction
Rubber tracks
Solid tires with or without press on rims
Any tires generated outside of KY
Tires from tire retailers, scrap/salvage yards, and recycling businesses

Questions? Call Pete Flood at 574-3290 or email pete.flood@louisvilleky.gov.

https://louisvilleky.gov/government/public-works/waste-tire-collection-event

Public Feedback Sought on Proposed I-65/I-264 Interchange Improvement Strategies

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) is seeking public input for a planning study of the I-65/I-264 interchange in Jefferson County. The project team has proposed seven short-term and three long-term improvement strategies to be reviewed and prioritized.

The public is encouraged to fill out a questionnaire sharing their comments and priorities at bit.ly/AirportInterchange. Responses will be accepted through November 22nd.

Full explanations of each improvement strategy with map graphics, videos, fact sheets and other briefing materials are available at bit.ly/AirportInterchange. Those unable to access the online questionnaire and briefing items may request print copies by contacting Amanda Desmond at amanda.desmond@ky.gov or 502-210-5400.

JCPS Nutrition Services

Jefferson County Public Schools’ (JCPS) meal sites will undergo several scheduling changes in November in observance of holidays:

All meal sites will be closed on Tuesday, Nov. 3 in observance of Election Day. Sites will be open Monday, Nov. 2 for families to pick up three meals for each child.
The new evening pick-up time will be 3 - 5 p.m. instead of 4 - 6 p.m. at the eight sites currently offering evening meal distribution:

Butler Traditional High School
Carrithers Middle School
Eastern High School
Greathouse Shryock Traditional Elementary School
Male High School
Seneca High School
Valley High School
Westport Middle School

Roosevelt-Perry Elementary School will resume evening pick up on Tuesday, Nov. 10.
Farnsley Elementary School will no longer offer evening meals.

On Thursday, Nov. 19, JCPS Nutritional Services will distribute a special Thanksgiving meal and on Tuesday, Nov. 24, families will receive five of each meal for every child to cover them for the holiday break.

*Since Sept. 1, the 130 meal sites at schools across the district have served an average of 16,800 children each Tuesday and Thursday. The number of children served has steadily increased each week.*

Click here for a list of schools distributing meals from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Tuesday and Thursday.

Follow JCPS online on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube. # # # JCPS # # #

Update on In-School Instruction

JCPS wants to assure families that a plan is in place to safely reopen our schools when the data supports that decision. When they see a significant reduction in the number of cases, they will consult local and state health officials and make a determination about when they can safely return to in-person instruction. Students in middle and high schools will alternate between classroom and virtual learning once in-person instruction resumes at Jefferson County Public Schools, and those who refuse to follow COVID-19 guidelines could face disciplinary action. The updated planning document is available on JCPS website.

Have a COVID-19 Safe Halloween

Voting Information

The HAMLET 2020 Virtual Tour

2020 Virtual Neighborhood Summit November 14th

Louisville Loop Cleanup & Tree Planting

Criminal and Juvenile Justice Virtual Networking Night

Winter Woods Spectacular November 27 - Jan 2

Tickets for this year's Winter Woods Spectacular are on sale now! Early bird pricing is available through November 2nd, so don't wait! Go to WinterWoodsSpectacular.org

Proceeds from this amazing event support our parks through the Louisville Parks Foundation.

MSD Advises to Keep Storm Drain Free of Leaves in the Fall

Metro Leaf Drop-Off Service

Metro Public Works is offering a free leaf drop-off service November 10 through December 12. Drop-off will not be available on November 26 and 27 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. Only loose leaves will be accepted. Containers used to bring leaves to the drop-off sites must be disposed of off-site by residents.

Public Works Yard
10500 Lower River Road (enter from Bethany Lane)
Tuesday – Saturday
9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Public Works East District Operations Center
595 North Hubbards Lane
Tuesday – Saturday
9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Waste Reduction Center
636 Meriwether Avenue
Tuesday – Friday
9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Saturday: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Discounted Recycle Carts Available

Councilman Triplett is participating in the discounted recycle cart program with Solid Waste. District 15 residents benefit! The 95-gallon and 65-gallon recycling carts are available for District 15 residents for only $25 -- this is a 50% discount. Due to the change in KY tax code, we must now charge sales tax on the value of the item - therefore the total for the cart is $28 - $25 for the cart and $3.00 for tax. To order your recycle cart call Solid Waste Management (SWMS) at 574-3571 or download the form here:

https://louisvilleky.gov/sites/default/files/solid_waste/pdf_files/2019-2020_recycling_cart_discount_order_form.pdf

Mail in the completed form and $28 to SWMS at: Louisville Metro Solid Waste Management Attn: Collection Division 600 Meriwether Avenue Louisville, KY 40217-1146 No partial payments accepted.

COUNCILMAN KEVIN TRIPLETT
District 15
Questions? Contact Us
Office: 502-574-1115 or 502-574-3918

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