Councilman Triplett, Dan & Susan wish everyone Happy Holidays! Metro Council Offices will be closed a half day Thursday, December 24th and all day on Friday, December 25th!

In This Edition...

Holiday Schedule for Garbage & Recycle Collection
Christmas Tree Composting
COVID-19 Information
For COVID-19 Vaccine Questions
Testing
FREE Flu Vaccine & COVID-19 Testing at UL Health/Sts. Mary & Elizabeth Hospital
Fraud Alert COVID-19 Vaccine Scams
Water and Sewer Bill Assistance
JCPS Winter Break Meals
JCPS Meal Site Information
2020 LIHEAP
Winter Woods Spectacular
AT&T Hiring Event
Notice of Public Hearing for a CUP for a Hazardous Use at 340 Bryne Ave
From LWC: Wrap your presents, wrap your pipes
Metro Parks Golf Passes Now on Sale!!
Discounted Recycle Carts Available

Holiday Schedule for Garbage & Recycle Collection

There will be no residential garbage/recycle collection on Friday, December 25th or Friday, January 1st. Residents who usually have garbage/recycling collection on Friday will have service instead on Saturday, December 26 and Saturday, January 2. (Thursday and Friday yard waste will still be collected on those Saturdays as previously announced.) Use the Recycle Coach app to stay informed about holiday changes!

Christmas Tree Composting

Saturday, December 26, drop-off sites will be available for all Louisville/Jefferson County residents at four locations. The Hubbards Lane site will also instantly recycle Christmas trees into mulch that will be offered back to citizens for home use. Those wishing to receive mulch must bring an appropriate container in which to carry it. All lights and ornaments should be removed from trees before they are dropped off or set out for collection. Christmas tree vendors may recycle their unsold trees on Saturday, December 26 only, and only at the Hubbards Lane site.

HOURS & LOCATIONS

Tuesday-Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Waste Reduction Center closes at 3 p.m. on Saturdays)

December 26 - January 30

All locations will close at 1 p.m. on Thursday, December 31 and will be closed Friday, January 1 and Saturday, January 16.

East District Recycling Center, 595 N. Hubbards Lane
Public Works Yard, 10500 Lower River Road (enter from Bethany Lane)
Waste Reduction Center, 636 Meriwether Avenue

Metro Public Works will also provide curbside pickup of Christmas trees within the Urban Services District (the old City of Louisville boundaries) after the holiday. Residents with City curbside yard waste pickup may set their Christmas trees and greenery out on their regular collection day. Trees must not be in plastic bags, and all decorations must be removed.

Residents normally serviced by private waste haulers should check with those companies to see whether and when tree pickup is available.

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.

For COVID-19 Vaccine Questions

The federal and state government control what vaccine Metro receives, how much, when they get it and who gets it first. Metro is working through the Vaccine Implementation Task Force to plan and ensure an efficient and equitable distribution of the vaccine. Metro's community Vaccine Communications Task Force has also been meeting to collaborate on collective ways to provide support in alleviating fears, sharing accurate, timely and easy to understand information across the community that will include instructions on where and how to get vaccinated. Any questions call the Kentucky COVID-19 hotline at 1-800-722-5725 or go to StayStrongLouisville.com to get important COVID-19 information and resources in English and Spanish.

Testing

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

Fraud Alert COVID-19 Vaccine Scams

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.

JCPS Winter Break Meals

For more information, click
https://jcps.nutrislice.com/menus-eula

JCPS Meal Site Information

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

2020 LIHEAP

Winter Woods Spectacular

Through 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

AT&T Hiring Event

Notice of Public Hearing for a CUP for a Hazardous Use at 340 Bryne Ave

From LWC: Wrap your presents, wrap your pipes

When the temperature dips, water in your pipes can freeze, causing them to burst. That's costly and inconvenient. But it doesn’t have to happen if you follow these simple precautions.

Go to https://www.louisvillewater.com/ColdWeatherTips for more information.

Metro Parks Golf Passes Now on Sale!!

Louisville Parks and Recreation annual golf passes are now on sale, online at bestparksever.com. A seven-day unlimited play pass, good for unlimited play including weekends and holidays at all ten Louisville Parks and Recreation courses, is $500. A five-day pass, Monday-Friday only, is $350. A junior pass for ages 18 and under is $75, and youth golf team memberships, good for team season only, are $60. Â Both youth passes are for weekdays. The pass fee covers greens fees for the 2021 calendar year with a small user fee assessed each time a pass is used. Prices vary by course, and dynamic pricing may apply during peak play.

Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, Louisville Parks and Recreation is encouraging everyone to purchase the pass online at bestparksever.com.

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 submit the form below. 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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