District 23 Update: January 15, 2021

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James Peden
Councilman James Peden
601 West Jefferson Street
Louisville, KY  40202
502.574.1123
In-District Office Hours
Highview Fire Dept. Station 2, 8001 Smyrna Pkwy
1st and 3rd Monday of each Month
5-6 PM - Drop In
6-7 PM - By Appointment 
Click here to view Crime Maps

COVID-19 Vaccine Sign-Up for Phase 1B - First Responders & People Aged 70+ Through Metro Health Department

Vaccine Groups

This includes: nonmedical first responders such as police and fire; corrections workers, education – grades K-12 as well as pre-K educators located in a school, people 70 and older.

If you are a nonmedical first responder, work in corrections or education (K-12), your appointment will be scheduled through your employer. You do not need to take any additional action.

For individuals age 70 and older:

Click here to request a vaccination appointment. Please read the directions below before filling out the form.

  • Complete ALL fields for faster service.
  • Please only fill the form out once.
  • Be patient! The list is long but we are working through it as quickly as possible. You will hear from us (LouVax)!
  • Direct additional questions via email to COVIDvaccine@louisvilleky.gov

CLICK HERE for Metro's website with information on where to go for your vaccination, a description of the process, and answers to other questions. 

Volunteers

WE NEED YOU! We began administering Moderna vaccines at Broadbent Arena on January 4th. We need volunteers to assist. All are welcome – not just clinical volunteers like nurses (but we need those too)!

Who can help? Volunteers must be 18 years or older and submit to a background check.

What will I be doing? Administering injections is limited to licensed clinicians only, but there are roles for everyone, including greeters, check-in staff, support staff, observing patients, and more!

Volunteer here

Can I get a vaccine? Those who serve 40 hours or more will be eligible to receive COVID vaccination from LouVax.

Vaccine Distribution Task Force

The Louisville COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution Task Force was announced on December 15, 2020. It’s goal is to ensure the equitable distribution of the COVID-19 vaccine to all individuals living in Jefferson County who wish to be vaccinated. Read more here

Helpful Resources

COVID-19 Vaccination FAQs  

Beware of fraud or scams related to the vaccine

Kentucky COVID19 Vaccination Information

CDC COVID19 Vaccination Information


Covid Vaccine

Area Hospitals Accepting COVID-19 Vaccine Appointments for Those 70 and Older

 Several Louisville-area hospitals are now taking appointments for people ages 70 and older to get the COVID-19 vaccination.

Norton Healthcare, U of L Health and Baptist Health all have sign-up links for people in that age group, as well as anyone else in Kentucky's Tier 1B group.

Vaccinations for people for Tier 1A, which includes health care workers, medical personnel, first responders and long-term nursing staff and residents, have already been underway.

To set up an appointment with U of L Health, CLICK HERE.

To set up an appointment with Baptist Health, CLICK HERE.

To set up an appointment with Norton Health, CLICK HERE.

Individuals who sign up through Norton Health be asked to do the following:

  • Click the tab that asks if they meet the requirements for Tier 1B (age 70 or over).
  • Select their preferred location.
  • Provide identification / proof of age at the time of vaccination.

Individuals 70 and older who have Norton Health's MyNortonChart will receive a message to schedule their appointment if they choose. People who have proxy access for a loved one who qualifies will be able to register for them.

The number of appointments that can be scheduled is limited to the availability of the vaccine, which is provided by state and federal governments. 

*Information reposted from WDRB


Planning Commission Meeting on Rezoning 6106 S. Watterson Trail - January 21

You are invited to attend a review of a proposed Change in Zoning from R-4, single-family to R-7, multifamily residential with detailed district development plan and revised major preliminary subdivision plan (Development Potential Transfer).

Subject Property: 6106 S. Watterson Trail

 Case Number: 20-ZONE-0074   
 Case Manager: Joel Dock (
joel.dock@louisvilleky.gov)

The virtual meeting will be held:  Thursday, January 21, 2021 at 1:00pm

Options for Joining the Virtual Meeting:

 Please join meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone at 

Meeting Link:https://louisvilleky.webex.com/louisvilleky/j.php?MTID=ec15f2f204badddf8cab774e782d5099a
 

Event number: 180 983 9241
 Event password: PC012121

To join this online event:
 
 1) Go to https://louisvilleky.webex.com/louisvilleky/j.php?MTID=ec15f2f204badddf8cab774e782d5099a
 
 2) Enter the event password:PC012121;    
 3) Click "Join Now"; and    
 4) Follow the instructions that appear on your screen to join the teleconference.

If you cannot participate online via Cisco Webex, you may also participate by phone by calling (415) 655-0001 (use the above Event Number as your access code) or by viewing the meeting at 444 S 5th Street. Social distancing requirements must be observed by anyone who opts to view the online meeting from 444 S 5th Street.

If you wish to submit comments for any of the agenda items please submit them in writing to the case manager listed on the agenda in advance of the meeting. If you have questions, please contact the case manager at 502-574-6230.

Anyone wishing to speak in support, opposition, or as other for any case should sign up in advance of the meeting by filling out an online speaker's form. Please click here to access the form.

6106 S. Watterson Trail

Click on Plan to Open in PDF

Planning Commission Staff Report.pdf


Apply for LIHEAP Utility Assistance

The program that helps prevent low income residents of Jefferson County from being disconnected from utility services has begun. The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) is administered by the Louisville Metro Office of Resilience and Community Services. The LIHEAP Crisis Component will run through March 31, or until available funds have been expended, whichever comes first. 

LIHEAP

This year’s Crisis Program will allow residents receiving a current utility bill with a past due amount and residents receiving a disconnect notice to apply for assistance. To apply, residents must schedule an appointment utilizing the automated appointment system. Appointments can be scheduled by phone by calling 502-991-8391 or online at louisvilleky.cascheduler.com. The toll-free service is currently open and is available twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week. Applicants must be a resident of Jefferson County with a household income at or below 150 percent of the federal poverty guidelines (e.g. for a household of four, the gross monthly income cannot exceed $3,275.00). Applicants must also meet one of the following eligibility requirements:

  • Received a disconnect notice from LG&E, or
  • Received a current bill with a past due amount, or
  • Have a current payment plan with LG&E due to a past-due balance, or
  • Received an eviction notice if utilities are included in the rent, or
  • Be within four days of running out of bulk fuel; or
  • Be within ten days of running out of pre-paid electric service.

For more information on what documents you need to provide and more program information, please click here.


What You Need to Know about Coronavirus

These sites are continuously updated. For the latest up to date information on COVID-19 please visit the following:

Louisville Metro - What You Need to Know about Coronavirus

and  kycovid19.ky.gov


Community Response to COVID-19

Many businesses and local organizations are taking steps to help during this crisis. These include stores opening only for seniors and those most vulnerable at certain times of the day, free digital access for certain households, and waiving delivery fees for orders from independently owned restaurants.

This site is updated regularly.  COVID-19 Response.


For Small Business Owners

Small Business Resources COVID-19 (updated frequently)

https://louisvilleky.gov/government/louisville-forward/small-business-resources-covid-19


Crime Maps - Updated Daily

lmpd

 

Always Remember to Lock Your Car and Remove All Valuables, it's the Easiest Way to Prevent Crime

Click Here to view LMPD's interactive crime mapping tool.   

 If you see crime occurring, please contact the Louisville Metro Police Department. Call 911 for emergencies.  Call 502-574-7111 for non-emergency related help or to find a towed vehicle. 

Call 574-LMPD to report crime tips.