The nomination process for citizens who would like to serve on the new Civilian Review and Accountability Board is underway.

Under the ordinance, the Metro Council will submit six nominations to the Mayor for the 11-member board. The Mayor will then select three of those nominations. Anyone who wishes to be considered for a Metro Council Nominated Position on The Civilian Review Board should submit a resume and a one (1) page or less document to their Council person stating why they should be selected to sit on the Civilian Review Board.
The nominee cannot be active law enforcement, an elected official, an employee of Metro Government, or a relative of a current law enforcement officer. All 26 members of the Metro Council will accept nominations. Nominations must be sent to respective Council Members for consideration.
All submissions to council members must be received by e-mail, registered mail and those resumes will be stamped by the Metro Council Clerk’s Office at City Hall, 601 West Jefferson Street by close of business on Thursday, December 10th

Iroquois Park Comfort Stations Project

The Iroquois Park Comfort Stations project is completed. The project added 10 rest stations along Rundill road. The benches and trash receptacles used in this project are designated for use in Louisville's historic Olmsted-designed parks. They match the design and character of the benches and trash receptacles that were used in these parks when they were initially designed and constructed in the late 19th and early 20th century. These benches and other site furnishings provide resting and seating places for park users, pedestrians and bicyclists using Rundill Road (a 3+ mile multiuse circulation corridor) through the remote forested park property.

COVID-19 Information

The hotlines below can assist with any COVID-related questions 24/7:
• 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.

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

FREE Flu Vaccine & COVID-19 Testing at UL Health/Sts. Mary & Elizabeth Hospital

FREE South Louisville COVID-19 Tests

Schedule/Location:

SITE 1:
St Simon &Jude Catholic Church - 4335 Hazelwood Ave
Dec 10th 9:00am- noon, and 1:00pm - 4:00pm (6 hrs)
Dec 11th 9:00am - noon, and 1:00pm - 4:00pm (6 hrs)

SITE 2:
U of L football parking lot
Dec 12th 9 noon -7:00pm ( 7 hours)

SITE 3:
Beechmont Community Center - 205 W Wellington Ave
Dec 13th noon-7:00pm (7 hrs.)
Dec 14th 9:00am-noon, and 1:00-4:00pm (6 hrs)

With COVID-19 "Keep Your Hands Clean!"

Nurses Make a Plea to Wear Your Mask!

According to Gallup, 85 percent of Americans rate nurses as having high levels of honesty and ethics. Each day in every situation they are at the bedside treating patients with various illnesses and diseases including COVID-19 and providing emotional support.
Dr. Ruth Carrico, past president of the Kentucky Nurses Association (KNA) Board of Directors and an infectious disease nurse and researcher at University of Louisville Health said nurses who are treating severely ill patients in hospitals and ICUs for long shifts, get very discouraged and stressed when they see people out in the community not wearing masks or socially distancing.
“Wearing a mask won’t harm you,” Dr. Carrico said. “But if you go without one it may cause harm to others. You could be asymptomatic and spreading the virus to others. It doesn’t cost you anything to wear a mask. But if you don’t wear one, you could cause someone else severe illness or death.”
“There are 88,000 nurses in Kentucky,” she said. “We need your help and we need it now. Please do all you can to stop the spread of the virus.”
Manson and Carrico advised the city of Louisville and its residents to support them in making a difference by following all the COVID-19 health and safety protocols.
"In order for every nurse to continue to do this and to be there for every patient, we need the community to be there for us," Dr. Carrico said.

Water and Sewer Bill Assistance

Assistance is available for eligible residents in need of paying water and/or sewer bills via the Healthy at Home Utility Assistance Program. Appointments are required by calling 502/991-8391 or visit louisvilleky.cascheduler.com.
Income eligible residents within 200% of the federal poverty guidelines, who have lost income due to COVID, with proof of arrearage, payment plan, or disconnect notice for water and/or wastewater bill may be eligible to apply.

Be Aware of Utility Scams!

Be aware of NEW utility scams circulating. Avoid utility scams and be vigilant by following these simple tips: https://lge-ku.com/safety/scams.

Holiday Events!

Friday, November 27th - Saturday, January 2nd
Experience the twinkling of millions of lights along a winding road, nestled in the majestic woods of historic Iroquois Park. Winter Woods Spectacular is a magical drive of lighting, artistry, and sounds that will delight the senses and transport you to an ethereal winter wonderland, where you can explore and celebrate the holiday season.
For further information go to WinterWoodsSpectacular.org

Fête de Noël
Paristown’s Fête de Noël is back this year, featuring Louisville’s only authentic outdoor ice-skating rink. Residents are invited to skate, shop, eat and drink in the heart of Paristown and enjoy holiday movie nights, karaoke, silent disco on ice, Stoneware & Co. ornament decorating, and much more. Fête de Noël is open Nov. 25th – Jan. 3rd. For more information, visit www.paristown.com/fetedenoel

Lights Under Louisville
Each year, the Louisville Mega Cavern is transformed into an underground holiday light spectacular for the Christmas season. Enjoy a 30-minute ride through 17 miles of underground passageways. Featuring more than 850 lit characters with over 3 million points of light. Lights Under Louisville is open Nov. 13 – Jan. 3. For more information, visit www.lightsunderlouisville.com

LMPD 4th Division Advisory Board Meeting

Tuesday, December 8th
6:30 P.M. - 7:30 P.M.
Virtually due to COVID

The LMPD 4th Division Advisory Board, a group of citizens representing the neighborhoods of the 4th Division, meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 6:30 P.M. Major Shannon Lauder meets with the Advisory Board to exchange Division news and hear community concerns. It is an opportunity for you to discuss issues in your community with the Division commanding officer and support the Division in its mission to keep our community safe. If you would like further information, please contact Board Chair Kathleen Davis at "kathleendavis111@gmail.com" All are welcome to join!

YMCA Safe Place "Together 4 Teen Tour"

Wednesday, December 9th
Noon to 1 P.M.
YMCA Safe Place Building, 2400 Crittenden Drive
YMCA Safe Place is holding a "Together 4 Teen Tour". This tour showcases our community's only 24-hour shelter for homeless & runaway teens and other programs focused on young people in crisis! We will serve A LITE lunch and do a live Zoom tour of the facility. To RSVP go to https://ymcasafeplaceservices.org/together-4teens-tours/

Metro Leaf Drop-Off Service

Metro Public Works is offering a free leaf drop-off service 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.

Violence Prevention Training December 12th

2020 LIHEAP

Kentucky Shakespeare's "Hamlet" Virtual Tour

Financial Navigators

Hosparus Holiday Giving

“Many people in your community are facing social isolation while living with terminal illness. Our volunteers want to deliver the joy of the season to their door but we need your help. This holiday season, please consider donating a few items to fill our Holiday Care Bags, small gift bags that will be delivered to our adult patients by our volunteers. Purchase items on our Amazon Wish List here: https://bit.ly/2IW6O1L. You can also link to your Amazon Smile account to double your impact! Holiday treats and winter items from your local store are also welcome. The deadline to make a purchase is Dec. 20. Contact Sylvia Johnson, sjohnson1@hosparus.org, at Hosparus Health for questions.”

Wellbeing Resources for Children & Families

FREE Radon Kits

The Louisville Metro Department of Public Health and Wellness is offering free radon test kits while the supply lasts. You can request a kit by calling 502-574-6650. The test kits come with an instruction sheet and postage to send back to the lab for it to be analyzed free of charge. The only way to know a building has radon and if you’re being exposed is to test.
Radon is an odorless, colorless and tasteless chemical radioactive gas. It forms naturally when uranium, radium and thorium break down in rocks, soil and groundwater. Radon attaches to dust or tobacco smoke and gets carried into the lungs. Prolonged exposure to radon can lead to lung cancer. People can be exposed to radon primarily from breathing radon in air that comes in through cracks and gaps in homes and other buildings.

Kentucky Science Center Community Access Membership

Holiday Kitten Adoptions

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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