Site will continue to prioritize individuals ages 60 and Up
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (March 12, 2021) – Today, Mayor Greg Fischer and Dr. SarahBeth Hartlage, Associate Medical Director of the Louisville Metro Department of Public Health and Wellness, announced the expansion of vaccine eligibility for individuals in tier 1C and continued efforts to vaccinate the city’s international community.
Dr. Hartlage said the decision to transition fully to 1C aligns with the state following Governor Andy Beshear’s announcement Thursday evening. The change to phase 1C includes individuals ages 16-59 who have qualifying medical conditions and essential employees. Dr. Hartlage added that while the state will open to those 1C personnel, LouVax will continue its prioritization of individuals ages 60 and up as the Governor encouraged.
“Our primary focus right now is adults 60 and older,” Dr. Hartlage said. “We are hopeful we can finish this group by the end of March before beginning the transition to the remainder of phase 1C.”
Essential employers who would like to help their employees receive vaccinations can submit a form through Metro Public Health and Wellness. Dr. Hartlage said the form should only be filled out by human resource managers or senior leaders and not individual employees. She added that its intent is to assist with organizing groups of employees who could come through LouVax for vaccinations.
“We are grateful to our essential workers for keeping our community running for the past year,” Dr. Hartlage said. “The form is for human resources and senior managers to fill out as a primary contact. Once that is completed, our team will reach out to continue the process of collecting rosters to get employees scheduled for appointments here at LouVax."
Here are the key stats for vaccinations in Metro Louisville:
- Citywide, 276,082 total doses have been administered between the LouVax site and its healthcare system community partners, Norton Healthcare, UofL Health and Baptist Health. Of that total number, 98,012 have completed both doses. This means that 36 percent of our Jefferson County residents have received at least one dose of the vaccine and 13 percent has completed the series.
- Through its LouVax site, the Louisville Metro Public Health and Wellness Department has given 59,162 doses to date.
Second Doses for Leaders of International Community Begin
During today’s COVID-19 update, the LouVax site focused its efforts on vaccinating international community leaders and members arriving for their second dose of the Moderna vaccine.
Dr. Haleh Karimi, a lecturer at the University of Louisville College of Business, wants the local Muslim community to be aware of COVID-19 resources and said the pandemic changed many lives including hers.
“This past year of the COVID-19 pandemic has led to increased health issues such as depression and suicide,” Dr. Karimi said. “In order to get back to some kind of normalcy, this is the time to take the responsibility and do what we can to make our society a bit safer. We can do that in one little step by getting the vaccine, and I know the Persian community is working hard to do that.”
Mayor Fischer said he appreciated the city’s international community, and the efforts are important in communicating that the COVID vaccines are safe.
“Throughout this pandemic, we’ve focused on equity and outreach making sure every person, neighborhood and community has access to information, testing and other resources including the vaccine,” the Mayor said. “Our city’s immigrant communities have fueled our population growth for years, and they’re here to help us demonstrate that these vaccines are safe, reliable and the best way to keep our families safe, rebuild our economy and fully reopen our schools and eliminate COVID-19.”
Part of Metro Council District 20 is in MLS Area 7. They will have an online meeting for residential property owners on April 13th at 6:30, click https://jeffersonpva.ky.gov/event/2021-residential-property-assessment-meeting-with-area-7/ to register. And there will be an online meeting for commercial property owners on April 15th at 6:30, click https://jeffersonpva.ky.gov/event/2021-commercial-property-assessment-meeting-with-area-7/ to register.
To see if you are a part of the new assessment this year please click on the following link for residential and commercial, https://jeffersonpva.ky.gov/events/
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 The Louisville Division of Fire is now hiring for the position of Fire Recruit. Click here to apply.
The Deadline to apply is April 9, 2021.
You can find more information about the position, benefits and hiring process here: Become a Firefighter
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) announced Monday that it will begin this week replacing thousands of lower-efficiency roadway fixtures with LEDs throughout the commonwealth. The work in KYTC's District 5 (which encompasses Jefferson County) is expected to be complete by late summer and will include lighting along all interstates and rest areas. Motorists may see temporary partial ramp, single lane, and/or shoulder closures while work progresses. Visit the District 5 Facebook page for updates on this and other traffic-related issues in Jefferson County.
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Notice of Public Meeting (2601 Echo Trail) Community Facility Review and Floyds Fork Overlay Review for a new 147,400 sq ft Jefferson County Public School
Subject Property: 2601 Echo Trail
Case #: 21-CFR-002
Case Manager: Zach Schwagger (zachary.schwagger@louisvilleky.gov)
Application Date: February 2, 2021
Meeting Type: Development Review Committee
Meeting Date: Wednesday, March 17, 2021
Time: Meetign will begin at 1pm
Location: Online Meeting - https://louisvilleky.gov/government/upcoming-publi-meetings
Don't have internet access? Please call 502-574-6230 to find out how to connect to the meeting by telephone.
If you wish to submit comments to the case, please submit comments (in writing) to the case manager by 5pm Friday, March 12, 2021
JCPS to Provide COVID-19 Rapid Testing for Students, Staff, Families
Free tests available at select JCPS schools starting March 15
March 12, 2021 – Jefferson County Public Schools (JCPS) is partnering with Louisville Metro Public Health & Wellness and Sphere to provide free, voluntary COVID-19 rapid testing at select school sites.
Testing at the drive-thru sites will be available by appointment beginning March 15 to any JCPS student, employee, and parent/guardian who feels they may have been exposed to COVID-19, including those who are asymptomatic. A limited number of unscheduled walk-up/drive-ups will be accommodated as available.
The rapid/antigen testing will be available at the following school sites Mondays-Thursdays from 3-7 p.m.:
- Academy @ Shawnee, 4001 Herman St.
- Ballard High School, 6000 Brownsboro Rd.
- Central High School, 1130 W Chestnut St.
- Fairdale High School, 1001 Fairdale Rd.
- Iroquois High School, 4615 Taylor Blvd.
- Marion C. Moore School, 6415 Outer Loop
- Seneca High School, 3510 Goldsmith Ln.
- Thomas Jefferson Middle School, 1501 Rangeland Rd.
- Waggener High School, 330 S Hubbards Ln.
- Western Middle School, 2201 W Main St.
- Western High School, 2501 Rockford Ln.
- Valley High School, 10200 Dixie Hwy.
Appointments can be scheduled at spheredx.sphere.health/covid. Adults are asked to bring a photo ID.
All JCPS schools will be provided with rapid COVID-19 testing kits for students or staff who arrive at school with symptoms of illness. The tests will be administered by nursing staff. The drive-thru sites are for those within the JCPS family who are asymptomatic, may choose to get tested regularly, and/or have been referred for testing as part of contact tracing efforts.
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I-264 East (Watterson Expressway): Left shoulder closed from mile marker 17 (Taylorsville Road/KY 155 N Exit) to mile marker 17.5 for sign work. A left lane closure will take from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Tuesday, March 16.
I-264 East (Watterson Expressway): A right lane closure for sign work will take place at mile marker 17 (Taylorsville Road/KY 155 N Exit) on Monday, March 15 and Wednesday, March 17 between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m.
I-264 East (Watterson Expressway: A right lane closure will take place at mile marker 17.3 (near on-ramp from KY 155) between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. on Thursday, March 18 and Friday, March 19.
I-264 East (Shawnee Expressway): Lane closures possible between mile marker 0 (I-64) and mile marker 8 (Dixie Highway) for diamond grinding & joint sealing. On weeknights (Monday through Thursday), lane closures will take place between 8 p.m. and 5 a.m. the next morning. On weekends, lane closures will take place from 8 p.m. Friday to 5 a.m. Monday.
I-264 West (Watterson Expressway): Left shoulder closed from mile marker 17.5 (just past Breckenridge Lane Exit) to mile marker 17 for sign work. A left lane closure will take place on Tuesday, March 16 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
I-264 West (Watterson Expressway): Lane closures possible between mile marker 2 (near West Broadway) and mile marker 7 (past Dixie Highway on-ramp) for concrete slab replacement. Lane closures will take place between 8 p.m. Friday, March 12 and 5 a.m. Monday, March 15.
I-265 South (Gene Snyder Freeway): Left lane on exit ramp to Westport Road and Chamberlain Lane (Exit 32) was closed on Jan. 29 after the overpass was struck by a vehicle. It will remain closed until a repair can be made. Drivers should heed signage while moving through the work zone.
I-Move Kentucky: Find out the latest project updates here: https://i-moveky.com/news/
KY 146 (La Grange Road): Daily Lane closures possible for sidewalk construction work starting on Monday, Feb. 1 from mile marker 8.26 (near Reamers Road) to mile marker 8.41 (near the Oldham County line). Lane closures are possible between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m.
KY 1450 (Blue Lick Road): Daily lane closures possible between Gene Snyder Freeway (mile marker 1.9) and Preston Highway (mile marker 3.5) for road widening work beginning the week of March 15.
KY 1703 (Baxter Avenue): Sidewalk work taking place between Eastern Parkway (mile marker 4.8) and Bardstown Road (mile marker 5.6) starting on Tuesday, March 9. Lane closures are possible between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. each day.
U.S. 31E (Buechel Bypass): The right lane of the roadway is closed over the Norfolk Southern Railroad (mile marker 10.4) for bridge repair. Signs will notify drivers.
U.S. 31W (Dixie Highway): Single lane closure on southbound Dixie Highway at the intersection of San Jose Avenue (mile marker 14.2) for drainage work. San Jose Avenue will also be closed as work is completed. Signs will notify drivers.
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BULLITT COUNTY
Routine Maintenance
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FRANKLIN COUNTY
U.S. 60X (Singing Bridge): The ‘Singing Bridge’ was closed to traffic after a crash on Saturday, Nov. 21. Repair work is scheduled to begin on Monday, March 8. Motorists must utilize the Capital Avenue Bridge to cross the river.
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HENRY COUNTY
Routine Maintenance
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OLDHAM COUNTY
Routine Maintenance
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SHELBY COUNTY
KY 53 (Mt. Eden Road): Work to widen a portion of the roadway will take place from St. Regis Drive (mile marker 6.4) to U.S. 60 (mile marker 8). Two lanes of traffic will remain open to motorists throughout the duration of the project.
KY 636 (Back Creek Road): Full closure of the bridge over Little Beech Creek (mile marker 1.1) due to concrete deterioration. Motorists can take the following detour: KY 44 (Mt. Eden Road) to KY 714 (Hempridge Road) to U.S. 60 (Shelbyville Road) to KY 395 (Waddy Road).
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SPENCER COUNTY
KY 55 (Shelbyville Road): Daily lane closures possible from mile marker 6 (intersection with Anna Lee Drive) to mile marker 11 for rail mowing. Drivers should use caution while traveling through the work zone.
Washburn Lane: Work to replace the bridge over Elk Creek (0.25) beginning on Wednesday, Dec. 30. The current structure will remain open to traffic as the new bridge is constructed.
All Spencer County (Various locations): Motorists should watch for crews performing pothole patching on various roadways. Lane closures are possible during the work. Drivers should heed signage while moving through the work zone.
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TRIMBLE COUNTY
Routine maintenance
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WORK ZONE TIPS
1. Expect the unexpected.
2. Slow down.
3. Don’t tailgate. Keep a safe distance between you and the car ahead of you.
4. Keep a safe distance between your vehicle and the construction workers and equipment.
5. Pay attention to the signs.
6. Obey road crew flaggers.
7. Stay alert and minimize distractions.
8. Keep up with the traffic flow.
9. Navigate traffic with GoKY or via Waze on your smartphone!
10. You can follow us on the social media links below.
11. Knowing where the construction zones are prior to the trip can minimize frustration and delays.
12. Be patient and stay calm.
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Cat of the week:
To Luke Skywhisker, strangers are just future friends. The 2-year-old Tabby is very social so being around humans is easy but because Luke Skywhisker is FIV+, a condition which causes a weakened immune system, he must be the only cat in his forever home or live with other FIV+ cats. Adoption fees are always waived for adult cats, thanks to the Pay It Forward Program. Spay/neuter, microchip and vaccinations are included. To adopt or meet Luke Skywhisker, visit Animal House Adoption Center, located at 3516 Newburg Road, open from 12-6pm daily, no appointment required. For more info about Luke Skywhisker, call 502-473-PETS.
Dog of the Week:
Life's just fun and games to Joker. The approximately 1-year-old Pit Bull is very friendly and sweet with everyone he meets because he loves being the center of attention. But what Joker is not into is being still for long, there’s a big world to explore and make new friends. Joker’s adoption fee is waived for an approved adopter thank to the Pay It Forward Free Adoptions Program. Joker weighs 52lbs. He's already neutered, microchipped & up-to-date on vaccinations. 52lbs. Joker can be tested with other dogs or cats by request. Child testing is mandatory for families with kids. To meet or adopt Joker, visit Animal House Adoption Center (3516 Newburg Road), open daily from 12-6pm daily. For more info about Joker, email animalservicesadoption@louisvilleky.gov.
 
The First Monday virtual book club will meet again on April 5 at 7:30 p.m. Our book selection will be Firefly Lane by Kristin Hannah. This book has been adapted as a Netflix series. If you would like to join us for an evening of sharing a great book, contact Lyn Dean at ferncreekfriends19@gmail.com. An invitation will be sent to you with the Zoom link attached on April 5 for our meeting that evening. This book is available on Amazon as well as other book sellers. The winner of the March door prize was Susan Pierce.
‘Grab and Go’ access starts at all locations on March 26
Louisville Free Public Library is expanding in-person services at all of its locations.
Following Gov. Andy Beshear’s guidelines and in consultation with Louisville Metro Public Health and Wellness, Library officials will offer “Grab and Go” access to library materials starting Friday, March 26.
Patrons will be encouraged to browse and pick up library materials and check out using self-check kiosks. Building capacity will be limited to ensure social distancing, and visits will be limited to no more than 90 minutes.
“This is great news, especially for our kids, as many of them are about to head back for in-person classes. I am proud of the way we have come together to reduce the number of COVID-19 cases here, and this is just one example of the good things resulting from that commitment,” said Mayor Fischer. “I appreciate all the work that Library Director Lee Burchfield and his team have done to provide services during the pandemic, and I know they – and our library patrons – are eager to get back into their branches.”
In order to expand services safely, the Library has reconfigured furniture, computer stations, and equipment to ensure safe physical distancing can be maintained. Masks and temperature checks are required to enter library facilities, and all patrons (age 5 and older) must properly wear a face covering at all times during their visit. The Library will have masks available for patrons who arrive without them.
“We’re very excited to be able to expand services and welcome more people back into the Library in a way that helps keep both patrons and staff safe and healthy,” Burchfield said.
Study rooms and meeting spaces are not available for use at this time. However, as it has since August, computer access, printing and free faxing services will still be available at the libraries. More information can be found online at LFPL.org/Appointment.
LFPL’s popular curbside pick-up of library materials, which began on June 1, also will continue at all locations, six days a week. For information on the Library’s curbside service, please visit LFPL.org/curbside, or call (502) 574-1611.
“We are working toward getting community centers open by the end of the month as well, and will release those details when they are ready,” Mayor Fischer said.
Louisville Free Public Library connects the residents of Louisville and Jefferson County to knowledge and information at our library locations and on the web at LFPL.org. Come on in, the whole world’s inside.
To access any of these cases for further information please click on the followign link, https://aca-prod.accela.com/LJCMG/Welcome.aspx
Community Facility Review
21-CFR-0003 Echo Trail Pump Station 2615 Echo TRL 02/26/2021 03/03/2021 Zachary Schwager
MSD Pump Station
21-DDP-0023 Signature Point 14200 CREEL CABIN WAY 20 03/01/2021 03/08/2021 Jay Luckett
A revised district development plan application for the creation of 487 lots on 88.5 acres in R-5A, R-6 & PRD zoning districts.
21-MPLAT-0036 Ralston Minor Plat 10905 saint rene RD 03/01/2021 03/10/2021 Skyler Petty
Minor plat to shift a property line
21-RSUB-0002 Signature Point 14200 CREEL CABIN WAY 20 03/01/2021 03/08/2021 Jay Luckett
A revised major subdivision application to revise lots 123-157 on 88.5 acres in R-5A R-6 and PRD zoning districts.
Online purchase scams become riskiest scam in the wake of COVID-19
Adults ages 18–24 reported the highest median losses ($150) and the highest likelihood of loss (56.6%) to BBB Scam TrackerSM in 2020, according to the Better Business Bureau (BBB). Previously, older age groups consistently lost higher median dollar amounts to scammers year over year, even while young adults tended to lose money more often. This year, the financial loss reported by those 18-24 was equal to that of adults 65+. Online scams rise during COVID-19 pandemic: 2020 BBB Scam Tracker Risk Report (BBB.org/RiskReport), focuses on the impact of scams in the wake of the pandemic and the demographic groups most at risk.
More scams were perpetrated online and yielded the highest likelihood of financial loss in 2020. This is likely connected to consumer habit shifts since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic; in a survey of over 5,000 individuals that reported scams to BBB Scam TrackerSM (BBB.org/ScamTracker) in 2020, 43.1% said they spent more time online due to the pandemic, and 57.1% said they purchased more online because of the pandemic.
Scams perpetrated online through websites and social media apps were the riskiest contact methods for all age groups in 2020 – including both young adults as well as older adults. The risk of financial loss also rose significantly in 2020. Nearly one of every two reports to BBB Scam Tracker (46.7%) noted a financial loss, with two-thirds of reports (64.7%) resulting in financial loss being online purchase scams, which was the top riskiest scam in 2020. Online purchase scams were the most common scam reported to BBB, comprising 38.3% of all scam reports. Pet and PPE-related online purchase scams spiked during the pandemic.
Another way scammers take advantage of younger adults in particular is by utilizing a payment method less familiar to younger generations: checks. Fake check scams were the second most risky scam for adults ages 18-24 in a year where payment via online payment systems rose across all age groups. Fake check scams yielded one of the highest median dollar losses per encounter at $1,679 in 2020.
RESOURCES
For more highlights from Online scams rise during COVID-19 pandemic: 2020 BBB Scam Tracker Risk Report, visit BBB.org/RiskReport.
Go to BBB.org/ScamTracker to report a scam, learn more about other risky scams on BBB.org/ScamTips and visit our scam news feed.
 Thanks to a generous grant from the Louisville Metro Department of Parks & Recreation, TreesLouisville is excited to announce the opening of another round of its Residential Shade Tree Rebate Program!
Did you know? Nearly 70% of available planting space in Jefferson County is privately owned. Planting a tree at home is one of the best and easiest ways you can help expand our community tree canopy and grow a greener, healthier neighborhood.
To participate, purchase and plant an eligible shade tree on your residential property and apply to receive $30 back on up to three trees. This program is open to residents of Jefferson County, KY on a first-come, first-serve basis until all funds have been claimed. For full eligibility requirements or to apply, visit treeslouisville.org/rebate or find a brochure at your local garden center.
Planning & Zonign Weekly Activity
21-DDP-0025 Powerscreen Crushing &
Screening
13207 Rehl RD 03/08/2021 03/24/2021 Dante St. Germain
a revised detailed district development plan for a 40,000 sf Industrial equipment sales/storage and rental development
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The 2021's Pothole Blitz begins on Monday. Though pothole repair takes place year-round, during the Blitz, which takes place in March and April, Metro Public Works' Roads & Operations crews will deploy at least six teams every day throughout Metro Louisville to keep the roads in safe condition. In recent years, on average crews repaired about 40,000 potholes (per year). That number will likely be higher this year due to the number of snow events experienced this past winter. Three ways to report a pothole: Call 311, on Twitter #502pothole and online at: https://louisvilleky.gov/government/public-works/services/report-pothole-or-other-city-services-issue
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From March 1- March 5, the Clean Collaborative Crew cleaned approximately 44.45 curb miles and collected 432 bags of roadside litter/debris. That’s approximately 5.4 tons of litter/debris for the week and a total of 8.83 tons so far.
March 1-Outer Loop from Wilshire Blvd. to Minors Ln. = 64 Bags
Shelbyville Rd. from Whipps Mill to I-265 Overpass = 30 Bags
March 2- Shelbyville Rd. from I-265 Overpass to Valhalla Golf Club= 24 Bags
Outer Loop from Minors Ln. to I-65 Overpass = 44 Bags
Meriwether Ave. from E. Burnett to S. Shelby St. = 8 Bags
March 3- Dixie Hwy. from Algonquin Pkwy. to Meyers Ln. = 44 Bags
Shelbyville Rd. from Valhalla Golf Club to Shelby County Line = 42 Bags
March 4-Dixie Hwy. from Meyer Ln. to Stonestreet Rd.= 32 Bags
Dutchmans Ln. from Browns Ln. to Regal Springs Dr. = 20 Bags
Kresge Way from Breckinridge Ln. to Taylorsville Rd. = 4 Bags
Browns Ln. from Bowling Blvd. to Browns Ln. = 17 Bags
McMahan Blvd. from Browns Ln. to Taylorsville Rd. = 7 Bags
March 5-Bardstown Rd. from I-265 to Fairmount Rd. = 42 Bags
Dixie Hwy. from Stonestreet Rd. to Watson Ln. = 54 Bags
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