IR-2021-59, March 17, 2021
WASHINGTON — The Treasury Department and Internal Revenue Service announced today that the federal income tax filing due date for individuals for the 2020 tax year will be automatically extended from April 15, 2021, to May 17, 2021. The IRS will be providing formal guidance in the coming days.
"This continues to be a tough time for many people, and the IRS wants to continue to do everything possible to help taxpayers navigate the unusual circumstances related to the pandemic, while also working on important tax administration responsibilities," said IRS Commissioner Chuck Rettig. "Even with the new deadline, we urge taxpayers to consider filing as soon as possible, especially those who are owed refunds. Filing electronically with direct deposit is the quickest way to get refunds, and it can help some taxpayers more quickly receive any remaining stimulus payments they may be entitled to."
Individual taxpayers can also postpone federal income tax payments for the 2020 tax year due on April 15, 2021, to May 17, 2021, without penalties and interest, regardless of the amount owed. This postponement applies to individual taxpayers, including individuals who pay self-employment tax. Penalties, interest and additions to tax will begin to accrue on any remaining unpaid balances as of May 17, 2021. Individual taxpayers will automatically avoid interest and penalties on the taxes paid by May 17.
Individual taxpayers do not need to file any forms or call the IRS to qualify for this automatic federal tax filing and payment relief. Individual taxpayers who need additional time to file beyond the May 17 deadline can request a filing extension until Oct. 15 by filing Form 4868 through their tax professional, tax software or using the Free File link on IRS.gov. Filing Form 4868 gives taxpayers until October 15 to file their 2020 tax return but does not grant an extension of time to pay taxes due. Taxpayers should pay their federal income tax due by May 17, 2021, to avoid interest and penalties.
The IRS urges taxpayers who are due a refund to file as soon as possible. Most tax refunds associated with e-filed returns are issued within 21 days.
This relief does not apply to estimated tax payments that are due on April 15, 2021. These payments are still due on April 15. Taxes must be paid as taxpayers earn or receive income during the year, either through withholding or estimated tax payments. In general, estimated tax payments are made quarterly to the IRS by people whose income isn't subject to income tax withholding, including self-employment income, interest, dividends, alimony or rental income. Most taxpayers automatically have their taxes withheld from their paychecks and submitted to the IRS by their employer.
State tax returns
The federal tax filing deadline postponement to May 17, 2021, only applies to individual federal income returns and tax (including tax on self-employment income) payments otherwise due April 15, 2021, not state tax payments or deposits or payments of any other type of federal tax. Taxpayers also will need to file income tax returns in 42 states plus the District of Columbia. State filing and payment deadlines vary and are not always the same as the federal filing deadline. The IRS urges taxpayers to check with their state tax agencies for those details.
Winter storm disaster relief for Louisiana, Oklahoma and Texas
Earlier this year, following the disaster declarations issued by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), the IRS announced relief for victims of the February winter storms in Texas, Oklahoma and Louisiana. These states have until June 15, 2021, to file various individual and business tax returns and make tax payments. This extension to May 17 does not affect the June deadline.
For more information about this disaster relief, visit the disaster relief page on IRS.gov.
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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IF YOU OR SOMEONE YOU KNOW IS HAVING ISSUES MAKING AN APPOINTMENT AND YOU ARE IN PHASE 1A, 1B OR 1C PLEASE REACH OUT TO OUR OFFICE AT stuart.benson@louisvilleky.gov WITH YOUR NAME, ADDRESS, BEST CONTACT NUMBER AS WELL AS WHAT PHASE YOU ARE INCLUDED IN AND WE WILL DO OUR BEST TO ASSIST YOU IN GETTING AN APPOINTMENT.
LouVax is now scheduling vaccination appointments for people in Phase 1C, and will begin 50+ on Monday. You can see which groups are included in 1C (https://louisvilleky.gov/government/louisville-covid-19-resource-center/covid-19-vaccine-information). Please encourage your constituents to make an appointment as soon as they are eligible. Links to all providers with appointments are (https://louisvilleky.gov/government/louisville-covid-19-resource-center/covid-19-vaccine-information).
Residents who don’t have access to technology or difficulty using an online process, the staff at our COVID-19 Helpline can assist them with scheduling an appointment at LouVax: See attached images.
Reminder you can stay up to date on our progress on the data dashboard at:
https://covid-19-in-jefferson-county-ky-lojic.hub.arcgis.com/
Businesses across Louisville are now able to register their employees for COVID-19 vaccinations at the LouVax mass vaccination site operated by the Louisville Metro Department of Public Health and Wellness (LMPHW).
The decision to open up fully to 1C personnel follows Governor Andy Beshear’s announcement last Friday that the state would transition to include individuals ages 16-59 with qualifying medical conditions and essential employees.
Employers, business owners, human resource reps, lead supervisors and managers can make registration easier for employees by submitting a roster of team members through the health department’s Essential Workers Company Signup Form. https://louisvilleky.wufoo.com/forms/z1ym91d90scddjj/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery Once the form is received, a member of LMPHW’s LouVax team will then reach out to businesses to gather any additional information and get employees scheduled for appointments.
Employees that live in neighboring counties in Kentucky and Indiana but work in Louisville are eligible to get their vaccination through their employer at LouVax.
Employers who have questions or need assistance with the sign up process can call the COVID-19 Helpline at 502-912-8598.
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JCPS seniors can go to college for free through a new scholarship offered by Evolve502.
The scholarship, which launched Oct. 1, allows eligible students in the Class of 2021 to begin postsecondary studies tuition-free at any Kentucky Community and Technical College school, including Jefferson Community and Technical College, or Simmons College of Kentucky to pursue an associate degree or career credential, or take 60 hours of credit. The Evolve502 scholarship is a last dollar scholarship, meaning Evolve502 will fund the difference between federal and state financial aid and college tuition.
The application takes about five minutes to complete online at evolve502.org/scholarship. Once applications are submitted and reviewed, applicants will receive a follow-up email with next steps including completing the federal financial aid form and applying to eligible colleges.
In addition to the scholarship, Evolve502 is offering opportunity grants to support students whose families earn less than $40,000 annually. The opportunity grants are $1,000 per semester ($2,000 maximum per year) and can be used to assist in costs outside of tuition including healthcare, transportation, books and more. The grants will automatically be given to Evolve502 Scholarship recipients who meet qualifications.
Scholarship Application | Evolve502
The deadline to apply is June 30.
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New Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) flood maps became effective February 26, 2021. The new FEMA maps removed approximately 1,400 properties from floodplain maps and added 1,100 new properties to the maps. Flood insurance requirements will take effect for properties added to the floodplain. Flood insurance is still recommended even if your property is removed from the mapped floodplain, as the flood risk is only reduced, not removed. Check with your insurance agent to determine the right amount of flood coverage needed. Note that your lender still retains the right to require flood insurance if they feel it is necessary.
If you live in an area newly affected by a flood risk map change, review your options with your insurance agent as buildings newly mapped into the floodplain may be eligible for a lower premium during the first 12 months after a map change. Your insurance agent can give you more information on how to save.
To see the new floodplain maps or check your property’s status please visit: https://www.lojic.org/lojic-online select the layers button to the right and check the boxes for floodplain layers
For flood insurance questions, contact your insurance agent. MSD Floodplain staff can answer your questions about floodplain mapping. You may contact them at 502.540.6000 or floodpermits@louisvillemsd.org.
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https://honeybearfarmsky.com/product/bee-school-spring-2021/
Come join us this spring and fall for a full day of beekeeping instruction. Classes range from beginning to advanced and are held by world renown beekeeping experts, including EAS Master Beekeepers Kent Williams and John Benham, Dr. Thomas Webster, Dr. Leonard Davis and State Apiarist Tammy Horn-Potter. Bee School is at Cedar Ridge Retreat Center on Old Route Road so we can meet in separate areas to practice COVID safety procedures. Introduction to beekeeping Mite-biting behavior Apiary set up, pollinator plant and flower planting Catching Swarms Installation of Nucs and packages Making Splits – OTS method and other Varroa mite, pests and disease treatment KSBA and KY Certified Honey program Beekeeping Classes and Mentoring Programs Queen rearing"
 Cat of the Week:
Looking for a feline companion who’s mature, friendly, and affectionate? Go Fish! The approximately 4-year-old beauty with the majestic mane needs someone who doesn’t mind brushing her daily, so she always looks her best. Go Fish’s adoption fee is waived for an approved adopter thanks to the Pay It Forward Program. Go Fish is spayed, microchipped, and up-to-date on vaccinations. She weighs 9 lbs. To meet or adopt Go Fish, visit Animal House Adoption Center, located at 3516 Newburg Road, open 12-6pm daily. For more info about Go Fish, call 502-473-PETS.
Dog of the Week:
If Frisco had a theme song if would be ‘Walking on Sunshine.’ The happy, excited and very friendly one-year-old is only serious about one thing, playtime. Frisco loves his toys and playing outside. Thanks to the Pay It Forward Program, it’s always free for approved adopters to adopt adult Pit Bulls like Frisco. Neuter, microchip, and vaccinations are included. Frisco weighs 58lbs. He needs an active home and daily walks to be his best self. Frisco can be tested with other dogs by request. To meet or adopt Frisco, visit Animal House Adoption Center (3516 Newburg Road), open from 12-6pm daily. For more info abut Frisco, 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.
Kids in grades K-6 can explore the wonders of The Parklands March 29 – April 2
Louisville, Ky. (March 16, 2021) — Registration for Spring Break Hiking Camp at The Parklands is now open. Each day of camp, participants explore a new trail in Beckley Creek Park while investigating the flora and fauna that call the park home. Eagles, deer, raccoons, and fish are just some of the wildlife participants have a chance to see while exploring the park.
Spring Break Hiking Camps are from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Monday, March 29 through Friday, April 2. Families can select individual days of camp, or book the full week at a discounted rate. Options for beginner and experienced hikers are available to help ensure your child has a fun, enjoyable experience.
Beginner Hiking - Best for kids in grades K-3 who can cover 2-3 miles per day.
Experienced Hiking - Best for kids in grades 4-6 who can cover 4-5 miles per day.
Pricing and Registration
Register at www.theparklands.org/camps. Spring Break Camp is $45 per day for Parklands Members or $50 per day for non-members. Save an additional $15 if you sign-up for all 5 days. Enter code BOOTS at checkout.
Registration is also open for upcoming summer camps and the ongoing Forest Learning Lab, which provides a structured day of remote learning, homework help, and outdoor exploration time for kids in grades K-6 during NTI. The safety of participants and staff is a top priority, so The Parklands has instituted policies and procedures in accordance with state and local guidelines in an effort to slow the spread of COVID-19.
For more information on education programs at The Parklands, please visit www.theparklands.org/learning. You can reach Education Director Curtis Carman at 502-815-0274 or ccarman@21cparks.org.
Discover The Parklands of Floyds Fork
The Parklands of Floyds Fork is a nearly 4,000-acre visitor-supported public park system in Louisville, Kentucky, stretching from Shelbyville Road to Bardstown Road. It consists of four major parks—Beckley Creek Park, Pope Lick Park, Turkey Run Park and Broad Run Park—linked by a world-class urban trail system and a remarkable water trail tracing Floyds Fork, a classic Kentucky stream. Serving more than 3 million visits each year, The Parklands offers something for everyone, whether you are looking for a quiet place to discover nature, a dynamic learning experience through the Outdoor Classroom, a cruise on a scenic park drive, or a stream to paddle. The Parklands is free to enter, but does not receive tax dollars for annual upkeep or operations. Ongoing maintenance and operations are funded through private donations, program and event fees, and an endowment fund. Donate today to become a Parklands Member and support the parks you know and love. Learn more and plan your next visit at www.theparklands.org.
For regular updates, subscribe to our e-mail newsletter at www.theparklands.org, follow us on Facebook @theparklandsoffloydsfork, Twitter @TheParklands and Instagram @theparklandsoffloydsfork. Check out our YouTube channel - TheParklands1 - for trail previews and educational activities.
Ramp will be closed for rail mowing
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (March 19, 2021) –The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) advises motorists of a ramp closure for rail mowing scheduled next week on I-71 in Jefferson County. The ramp from I-71 South to I-264 West will be closed between 6 p.m. and midnight on Monday, March 22. Motorists can detour the area by taking:
- I-71 South to Zorn Avenue and then accessing I-71 North and proceeding to I-264 West.
Signs in the area will notify motorists of the work.
The date and duration of this work may be adjusted if inclement weather or other unforeseen delays occur. Visit goky.ky.gov for the latest in traffic and travel information in the Commonwealth of Kentucky. You can also get traffic information for the District 5 counties at facebook.com/KYTCDistrict5 and twitter.com/KYTCDistrict5.
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.
21-EXTENSION-0002 Covington by the Park 4501 TAYLORSVILLE LAKE RD 20 03/11/2021 03/16/2021 Julia Williams
Extension of Expiration application
https://aca-prod.accela.com/LJCMG/Cap/CapDetail.aspx?Module=Planning&TabName=Planning&capID1=21CAP&capID2=00000&capID3=019IF&agencyCode=LJCMG
21-MPLAT-0043 Garret - S English Station Rd 1007 S ENGLISH STATION RD 20 03/11/2021 03/31/2021 Heather Pollock
A minor plat application to create 2 tracks from 1
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21-RSUB-0004 Creekside Commons 1200 S ENGLISH STATION RD 20 03/15/2021 03/31/2021 Jay Luckett
A revised major subdivision application for 85 lots on 47.58 acres in the R4 zoning district
https://aca-prod.accela.com/LJCMG/Cap/CapDetail.aspx?Module=Planning&TabName=Planning&capID1=21REC&capID2=00000&capID3=32587&agencyCode=LJCMG
The Crew of 12 staff members and their equipment, fall under our Bulk Waste Department within the Solid Waste Management Services Division. They are primarily tasked with collecting litter and debris along Metro roadways. Click this VIDEO link to learn more about the Crew.
Below is a rundown of the work completed last week:
From March 8th- March 13th, the Crew cleaned approximately 85.69 Curb Miles and collected 601 bags of roadside litter/debris, 96 tires, and 275 other items. Other items include items from vehicle parts to furniture. The approximate weight of all debris is 27.11 tons.
March 8, 2021 Bardstown Rd from Fairmont Rd to Thixton Ln= 56 Bags, 3 Tires and 11 Other Items Dixie Hwy from Watson Ln to Hardin County Line= 61 Bags, 15 Tires and 29 Other Items
March 9, 2021 Wisertown Rd from Manslick Rd to 3rd St Rd= 2 Bags Manslick Rd from Palatka Rd to Wisertown Rd= 8 Bags and 2 Other Items Arnoldtown Rd from St Andrew Church Rd from 3rd St Rd= 15 Bags, 1 Tires and 4 Other Items Palatka Rd from Manslick Rd to Sanders Gate Rd= 4 Bags and 6 Other Items Bardstown Rd from Thixton Ln to Broad Run Pkwy= 29 Bags and 20 Other Items US Hwy 42 from Brownsboro Rd to Seminary Dr= 17 Bags and 10 Other Items
March 10, 2021 US Hwy 42 from Seminary Dr to Ken Carla Dr= 36 Bags, 2 Tires and 17 Other Items Gagel Ave from Dixie Hwy to Manslick Rd= 8 Bags, 0 Tires and 1 Other Item St Anthony Church Rd from St Andrew Church Rd to Manslick Rd= 12 Bags, 1 Tire and 6 Other Items Greenwood Rd from Greenbelt Hwy to Dixie Hwy= 24 Bags, 1 Tire and 12 Other Items Greenbelt Hwy from Lions Arm Dr to Dover= 17 Bags, 5 Tires and 10 Other Items
March 11, 2021 Greenbelt Hwy from Dover Rd to Distribution Rd= 110 Bags, 19 Tires and 110 Other Items
March 12, 2021 Greenbelt Hwy from Distribution Dr to Johnsontown Rd= 96 Bags, 6 tires and 4 Other Items
March 13, 2021 W Main St from 45th St to 12th St = 40 Bags W Market St from 41st St to 12th St= 23 Bags and 15 Other Items N 15th St from Portland Ave to W Market St= 2 Bags and 4 Tires N 16th St from Bank St and W Market St= 15 Bags and 6 Tires N 17th St from Bank St and W Market St= 16 Bags and 3 Tires Rowan St from 24th St to 30th St= 17 Bags, 4 Tires and 1 Other Item Duncan St from 24th St to 30th St= 3 Bags N 31st St from Rudd Ave to Bank St= 6 Bags and 5 Tires N 32nd St from Portland Ave to End of Street North= 3 Bags and 4 Other Items N 33rd St from Bank St to Rudd= 4 Bags and 1 Other Item N 34th St from Planz Ave from Rudd Ave= 3 Bags N 35th St from Gilligan Alley to Rudd Ave= 8 Bags and 2 Other Items Duncan St from Longworth Ave to 32nd St= 14 Bags and 1 Other Item Alford Ave from 41st St to 38th St= 2 Bags, 4 Tires and 1 Other Items Jewell Ave from 44th St to N 38th St= 3 Bags, 3 Tires and 3 Other Items Parker Ave from 41st St to 38th St= 1 Bag Garfield Ave from 41st St to 38th St= 2 Bags
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A litter-abatement message from the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet to Metro residents:
"KYTC contractors completed a full litter clean-up cycle on I-65 in February, shortly after the last snow event. Interstate sweeping work began earlier this month and is continuing. Additional litter cycles on all interstates within Jefferson County are expected to begin in the next several weeks."
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Compost bins, rain barrels, and accessories are offered at wholesale prices again this year! Purchase items in advance and pick up at the Pop-Up Drop-Off events! The online store is open and the first chance to pick up your order is on Saturday, March 27 at the Sun Valley Ball Field Complex. Waste items can be dropped off at the same time! See websites for details.
Online store: louisvillecompostersale.ecwid.com
Pop-Up Drop-Off event details: Louisvilleky.gov/PopUps
Theme: Relays For Life - Paint the City Purple with Hope!
Date: 2nd and 4th weekend night in June TBD
Time: 5:00 - 10:30 pm
Places: One event in each of five metro regions:
Northwest, Southwest, Central, Southeast, Northeast
Local Event Summary
Relay Teams will meet at a local event site (TBD) to receive Hope Lives Here signs and gifts to
deliver to local community cancer survivors in order to Celebrate our lives together.. After delivery of
the signs Relay Teams will return to the event site to complete their competition in the Relay Cup and
to participate in our drive-in luminaria to Remember and Honor our loved ones.
Local Event Components
Parking Lot Tailgate Assembly of Teams
Drive-thru registrations to receive sign delivery supplies
Relay Cup Team Competition
- Teams compete for both local and city wide prizes and the Relay Cup trophy.
- Relay Cup and Local Champions crowned by total points in the following categories:
1. Total amount of money raised for Relay For LIfe of Louisville
2. Total number of signs sponsored for delivery.
3. Team theme, car decorations and costumes for team members.
4. Delivering Hope Lives Here signs to local cancer survivors
Drive-in Luminaria Ceremony
Closing Event
Other Planned Events Leading up to Relay For Life - Hope Across Louisville
April 7 Kick Off: Paint the City Purple - April 7, 2021 - World Health Day
April 22-25 Relay for Life Purple Cancer Eaters at KDF mini-marathon
May The Relay For Life Stakes Virtual Racing Night
Plus other team events we will develop as guidelines allow.
Be sure to check the reverse side for ways you can help.
Some Ways You Can Help and Be Involved in Spreading Hope Across Louisville
Ways groups and individuals can be involved in Relay For Life of Louisville and help spread
Hope Across Louisville.
1. Put a team together to be part of Relay and compete for the Relay Cup.
2. Volunteer your team to help our team put on your local event.
3. Donate supplies and gifts for Survivors Packages
4. Donate prizes and gift certificates for our Team Competition.
5. Anyway you believe we can help your organization’s mission in the community.
If you would like to help in a financial manner, here are some ways to help:
1. Be an official sponsor of your local Relay event.
2. Sponsor Hope Lives Here signs to be delivered by teams to local cancer survivors.
3. Be a presenting sponsor of Relay For Life - Hope Across Louisville
4. Donate online
If you would like to donate to relay, register a team or an individual, or register as a cancer survivor to
help show our city that Hope lives right next door, use the link below:
Relay For Life of Louisville
https://secure.acsevents.org/site/STR?pg=entry&fr_id=100081
If you would like updates for Relay For Life, feel free to like our Facebook page.
www.facebook.com/RelayforLifeofLouisville
If you would like to discuss details of sponsoring Relay For Life of Louisville, please use the contact
information below or contact your Local Event Lead.
Scott Endres
Relay For Life of Louisville - Event Lead
scottendres@yahoo.com
502-420-8584
Jefferson County Public Schools is hiring custodians & groundskeepers
The custodial positions are temp-to-hire and start immediately. They are ALL second shift; JCPS starts everyone on second while they are temporary. That is 2:30-11:30, Monday through Friday. Each custodian must be able to get themselves to the CB Young Service Center on Crittenden Drive. They will then transport them to the school or schools they will be working in for the evening. Then, they bring them back. The employees must have reliable transportation, because they cannot catch TARC and get home that late in the evening. These jobs are $13/hour until June 30, then the pay will DECREASE to $12/hour. The $13 is simply a hiring incentive. We have 30 openings.
The groundskeepers will begin April 1. This is the same situation as far as the transporting goes, but they report to the JCPS Garage on Preston Hwy. This is 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM Monday-Friday. Again, reliable transportation is necessary, as most people cannot get anywhere on TARC by 6:30 AM. These positions pay $12.30/hour. These could technically be considered temp to perm, but the season typically ends in November, so the majority of employee will be laid off. That said, they have hired our people to be a part of the year-round team in the past, and if not, we will be able to place them in other positions.
JCPS will not accept employees with felony convictions. They will all need to be background checked, TB tested, and complete a pre-employment physical. We pay for all of that.
ring custodians and groundskeepers.
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JEFFERSON COUNTY
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 22, between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m.
I-264 East (Watterson Expressway: Daily right lane closure for sign work at mile marker 17.3 (near on-ramp from KY 155) between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. from Monday, March 22 through Friday, March 26.
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): Lane closures possible between mile marker 2 (Riverpark Drive) and mile marker 0 (I-64) for concrete slab replacement. Lane closures will take place between 8 p.m. Friday, March 19, and 5 a.m. Monday, March 22.
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-71 North: Traffic reduced to one lane at KY 329 (near mile marker 14) on Friday, March 19 at 8 p.m. in preparation for blasting work. On Saturday, March 20, beginning at 7 a.m., I-71 North will be closed across all lanes at KY 329 (exit 14). Police and a signed detour will direct drivers. When the roadway reopens, traffic on I-71 North will continue to be reduced to one lane through Monday, March 22 at 6 a.m. This work is part of the I-Move Kentucky project. Find out the latest project updates here: https://i-moveky.com/news/
I-71 South: Ramp to I-264 West (Watterson Expressway/Exit 5) will be closed for rail mowing on Monday, March 22. Work is scheduled between 6 p.m. and midnight. Drivers can detour by taking I-71 South to Zorn Avenue and then accessing I-71 North and proceeding to I-264.
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): Lane closures possible between Gene Snyder and Preston Highway for road widening work beginning on Monday, March 15.
KY 1703 (Baxter Avenue): Traffic signal work taking place between Eastern Parkway (mile marker 4.8) and Bardstown Road (mile marker 5.6) starting on Tuesday, March 16. 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.
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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 2885 (West River Road): Daily lane closures possible from mile marker 0 (intersection with Little Union Road) to mile marker 7 (intersection with KY 55) for rail mowing. Drivers should use caution while traveling 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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This is a Little Free Library with books for all ages located at the Fern Creek Community and Chamber of Commerce building, 6104 Bardstown Road, Louisville 40291. Located behind the building for easy access to parking, this little library has books for all ages. Please feel free to stop by and take a book. We are asking that you only donate one book per visit. We cannot take boxes of books or multiple books at this time. Our Little Free Library is registered as part of the national group of Little Free Libraries. It was donated by Next Gen Leadership of Fern Creek High School, Friends of the Fern Creek Library, and Fern Creek Woman’s Club. Please stop by and enjoy a good book! |
