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District 6 Reports

Homicide Weekly Report 3-14-21 MSD Board Agenda Package: March 22, 2021 Meeting

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West Saint Catherine Neighborhood Association Fundraiser

Hello, Neighbors!

HUGE Thanks to all who have supported our fundraiser so far. Don't miss your chance to snag some awesome litter clean-up tools AND support our community's litter abatement goals!

Orders due at 5:00 PM today, March 15. Click here to Order!

$16 = Collapsible Reacher Tool for hands-free pickup

$40 = Full Clean-Up Kit with Plastic Bags

$46 = Full Clean-Up Kit with Reusable Bag Liner

West Saint Catherine Neighborhood Association Monthly Meeting

NEXT MEETING: Monday, Apr. 12, 2021 All are welcome to tune in and catch up with neighbors. We will also provide an update on how we are working toward our 2021 goals. Hop on and see how you can support! Meeting ID meet.google.com/xsp-ahzt-pyd Phone Numbers (‪US) ‪+1 904-580-9715 PIN: ‪106 137 593#

Alcohol Beverage Control Notification

Please see the Alcoholic Beverage License memo and Courier Journal Legal announcement for a NQ2 Retail Drink and Sunday Liquor Drink license(s) being applied for, located at 1164 S. 3rd Street, Louisville, KY. 40203.  The ad ran in The Courier Journal Friday, March 12, 2021.

• new location or ownership change.pdf
• Courier Journal ABC Ad.pdf

Please see the Alcoholic Beverage License Addition memo and Courier Journal Legal announcement for a Quota Retail Liquor by the Drink license being applied for, located at 625 W. Magnolia Avenue, Louisville, KY. 40208.  The ad ran in The Courier Journal Wednesday, March 17, 2021.

• Courier Journal ABC Ad.pdf
• new location or ownership change.pdf

Notice of Historic Structure Demolition

District 6 CIF FY2021

District 6 NDF FY2021

News Around the City and Beyond: Stay Informed

FY 2021-22 Budget Discussion

The time of year is upon to discuss the annual budget.  The FY 2021-22 budget will be proposed by Mayor Fischer on April 22.  While this process has sometimes seemed complex and inaccessible to citizens, the challenges of this past year have made understanding how the budget works even more important.  Though a few years old, The People's Guide to the Budget, compiled by Kentuckians for the Commonwealth, is a good overview for understanding how the budget process works. Also, check out the Virtual Budget Town Hall from Metro Council Representatives in districts 1-7.  The virtual meeting discusses how the budget process works and priorities for each district.  View the recording here, and remember to advocate to your council member how you want your tax dollars spent.

Notice of Public Comment Period and Public Hearing on a FEDOOP Construction Permit and Operating Permit

Veterans Eligible for Vaccines

The Robley Rex VA Medical Center (VAMC) in D9 is now offering COVID-19 vaccines to enrolled Veterans, aged 40 years and older. It continues to reach out to enrolled Veterans by telephone, letters, VETex, and secure messaging through My HealtheVet. Veterans may also call the COVID-19 Vaccine Call Center at 502-287-4426 to request an appointment. Veterans who wish to enroll in VA health care can contact an enrollment service at 502-287-5591 or visit www.louisville.va.gov/patients/eligibility.asp. For the latest Robley Rex COVID-19 vaccine updates, visit www.louisville.va.gov/services/covid-19-vaccines.asp

Six more local organizations will receive training through Louisville’s Trauma Resilient Community project

Six more community partners are receiving training in the Trauma Resilient Community (TRC) Model to promote resilience and equity for Louisville families and young people most affected by race-based trauma, community violence, and civil unrest in west and south Louisville.

As a part of this project funded by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s (SAMHSA) Resiliency in Communities After Stress and Trauma (ReCAST) Grant, six agencies were selected to receive training and support to implement the Trauma Resilient Community (TRC) Model within their agencies. The agencies joining the project are Backside Learning Center, Boys & Girls Haven, Change Today Change Tomorrow, Hope Collaborative, La Casita Center, and Survivor’s Corner.

The Trauma Resilient Community Project, led by Metro’s Office for Safe and Healthy Neighborhoods (OSHN), uses a community-based approach to build a trauma-informed system of care to better serve children and families affected by trauma. This training will help develop the knowledge and skills of people who respond to, make referrals, and provide services to some of the city’s most vulnerable residents. 

 “It's important that our community partners can understand, recognize, and respond to the effects of trauma within a culture that promotes empowerment, safety, and healing for residents,” said OSHN Director Monique Williams. “As a city, we are in desperate need of healing from many recent traumatic events over this past year, so we are excited and grateful to partner with these six new agencies that will be a part of that healing process for many of the children and families across our city.”...

Read the full story here.

New Pop-Up Market for Entrepreneurs

Mayor Fischer and local leaders kick off SummerWorks 2021

LOUISVILLE (March 18, 2021) - Louisville Mayor Greg Fischer today joined Jefferson County Public Schools (JCPS) Superintendent Dr. Marty Pollio, Greater Louisville Inc. (GLI) President and CEO Sarah Davasher-Wisdom, and other community partners at the YouthBuild Louisville headquarters downtown to announce the start of SummerWorks 2021.

“As we kick off the 11th season of SummerWorks, it’s amazing to see the impact this program has made and the resilience it has shown,” said the Mayor, who praised the SummerWorks team for finding innovative ways to operate despite the challenging circumstances presented by COVID-19. “This year, we have an opportunity to keep building on our strong foundation to make it the best season yet for youth and employers.”

The Mayor drew attention to a new set of online tools available to SummerWorks participants this season, which will make it easier than ever for youth to get prepared for and connected to good summer jobs. He also highlighted the partnerships SummerWorks has forged in recent years with the Academies of Louisville at JCPS and GLI, who have embraced the common goal of building the nation’s leading talent pipeline.

“JCPS values our partnership with SummerWorks and the hundreds of students who have received real, paying jobs through this program,” Pollio said. “We’re looking forward to the expansion of our partnership this summer.”

"GLI is always proud to support SummerWorks and its impact on Louisville’s youth,” said Davasher-Wisdom. “Our youth are the future of our workforce, and it is imperative we continue investing in their learning and education. These opportunities are also important to keeping talent in our city and growing a well-rounded homegrown workforce.”

One example of a young person who has benefited is Sheikhnoor Hussein, a student in the IT and Law Academy at Waggener High School, who has worked in the IT Department at Humana the past two summers. Sheikhnoor, whose family immigrated to the United States from Somalia, said his SummerWorks experience at Humana gave him valuable professional experience and improved his collaboration skills. “SummerWorks also helped me see what kinds of careers and jobs might be out there for me,” he said.

Promoting equity will continue to be a priority for SummerWorks in 2021. Youth applicants who face barriers and come from disadvantaged backgrounds are prioritized in the job-matching process to ensure that those who are most in need of a good summer job have a better chance of landing one. SummerWorks is also continuing to sponsor jobs and work-learn experiences at nonprofits and agencies across the community that share this commitment to equity.

All Louisville youth who are between the ages of 16-21 (as of June 1) are eligible to enroll in SummerWorks. Once they register online and complete a new virtual job readiness training course, youth will be able to apply for job opportunities geared toward them.

SummerWorks, which was founded by Mayor Fischer in 2011 after federal funding for summer jobs was eliminated, has directly placed Louisville youth in more than 6,700 summer jobs. The program’s core operating funds are approved by the Louisville Metro Council. Private donations sponsor jobs for youth in greatest need of the opportunity. Those contributors include the James Graham Brown Foundation, JPMorgan Chase, the Gingko Foundation, the Community Foundation of Louisville, the Diaz Family Foundation, and other organizations and individuals.

SummerWorks is operated by YouthBuild Louisville in partnership with KentuckianaWorks, the Louisville Region’s Workforce Development Board. To learn more about SummerWorks and how to get involved as a participant, employer, or supporter, visit www.summerworks.org.

LFPL Resumes In-Person Services March 26

With the city’s COVID-19 positivity rate no longer in the Critical Zone, Mayor Greg Fischer announced that the Louisville Free Public Library is expanding in-person services at all locations on 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. 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.  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 www.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

Applications Open for Leadership Louisville

Youth Community Listening Session Recruitment

To elevate the voices of youth and young adults who hold marginalized positions in Louisville, researchers from the University of Louisville are working in partnership with Louisville Metro Office of Youth Development on a study that will help us to improve support for youth and young adults in Louisville.  The purpose of the study is to understand youth experiences, voices, and challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic and the uncovering of systemic racism and oppression in response to the recent murders of Black Americans at the hands of police.

We are interested in the experiences of youth and young adults in Louisville between the ages of 12 and 24 who hold marginalized positions (e.g., youth and young adults of color, LGBTQIA+ youth and young adults, etc.). To participate, youth under 18 must have parental consent, which can be obtained electronically.  Additionally, all participants will need access to an electronic device with a microphone and camera. (Please note: this can be a laptop or desktop computer, tablet, or cell phone; if you do not have internet access or equipment like headphones, the research team may be able to provide you with a Wi-Fi hotspot or other equipment).

Participation for this study involves filling out a brief online survey and engaging in a virtual community listening session with some of your peers. A small gift card or item will be provided as a thank you for your time and attention. Please follow this link for more information about the study and how to enroll:

https://bit.ly/YCLSTUDY

You can contact the principal investigator for the study, Dr. Aishia Brown at aishia.brown@louisville.edu or 502-852-5164, if you have any questions about the study.

Louisville Metro Government launching new, more efficient open records management system

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (March 18, 2021) — On Monday, Louisville Metro Government (LMG) will launch a new open records management system to improve efficiency and consistency in responding to requests for documents and other public materials.

The NextRequest public records management software adds important tools for open records requestors to communicate with LMG’s Open Records staff and to track the status of their request. Within Metro Government, NextRequest will streamline the process for gathering records from departments into a single software tool and includes features such as automatic reminders of due dates for departments.

To take full advantage of the new features, requestors on Monday will need to create an account and begin making requests at https://louisvillemetrogov-ky.nextrequest.com.

The new open records system applies to all LMG entities, including Louisville Metro Police Department, Ethics Commission and MetroSafe. Metro Council and the Coroner’s Office will also be using NextRequest.

Any Open Records request made prior to March 22 do not need to be resubmitted. Those requests will still be processed.

Questions about the new system can be directed to openrecords2@louisvilleky.gov.

Virtual Cinema+ Panel: Looking at the Past to Inspire the Future

Landbank Launches New RFP Properties for March with Virtual Tours!

2nd Annual Community Impact Awards on April 14 at Noon

Learn More About Becoming A Foster Parent

Give your heart to a child in need and become a foster parent. Join us virtually for this no obligation info session to learn more about becoming a foster parent and get your questions answered.  Register in advance by clicking below. March 29, 6:30 - 7:30 (EDT) Registration

JCPS to Open Hotline Monday for Transportation Questions

JCPS to Open Hotline Monday for Transportation Questions 485-RIDE provides important bus stop information

March 15, 2021 —Jefferson County Public Schools (JCPS) is opening its bus hotline to help answer transportation-related questions for families before schools reopen to in-person classes starting next week.

Beginning today, parents will be able to dial 485-RIDE to speak with a member of the JCPS team who can provide important information about their child’s bus number and help locate bus stops closest to home.

485-RIDE will be open at the following times:

Monday, March 15                 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Tuesday, March 16                 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Wednesday, March 17            7 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Thursday, March 18                7 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Friday, March 19                    7 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Monday, March 22                 7 a.m. – 6 p.m.

In addition, families can use the online JCPS Bus Finder to find their student’s bus number, nearest bus stop, and pickup times.  Families can also get additional information on the reopening of schools on the JCPS Back to School web page.

Also available to families year-round is the district’s customer service helpline, 313-HELP. The helpline streamlines service for JCPS families looking for answers to district- and school-related questions. During the school year, 313-HELP is open Monday through Friday from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.

In the event families call their child’s school after the school day ends and get a recording during the first week of school, they can press “0” to get patched through to the main office line. School personnel will be on-site and manning phones at their schools until children are home.

JCPS Communications staff have prepared the following document for our families and community: https://www.jefferson.kyschools.us/sites/default/files/A%20New%20Way%20Forward.pdf.

You’ll see that just under 40% of students have chosen to remain in virtual instruction. Those students will continue to learn online along with their in-person peers as outlined in the document above.

School Meals Students who attend school in-person will receive free breakfast and lunch. Families of in-person and virtual students can receive curbside meal pickup on Wednesday March 24 with pickup available at most middle and high schools. Families will receive eight days’ worth of meals and snacks for each child. After Spring Break, curbside meal service will move to Saturdays from 10 a.m. -1 p.m. at the following sites, beginning Saturday, April 10 and continuing through May 22, with the exception of Derby Day, on May 1. In lieu of that, sites will be open Oaks Day, Friday, April 30. Finally, while this is NOT a JCPS program, the American Rescue Plan Act has extended P-EBT payments for free/reduced price meal eligible families to purchase meals they would have otherwise receive at school. That federal program will be administered by the Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services.

For students attending classes in school buildings, meals will also look different. Click here for more details, and click here to watch our Nutrition Services video!

OSHN Spotlight: REimage

The Office for Safe and Heathy Neighborhoods partners with multiple innovative programs. Their monthly OSHN spotlight aims to inform about initiatives across our city that are making a difference. REimage is a partnership between Kentuckianaworks and the Louisville Metro Office for Safe and Healthy Neighborhoods that offers a second chance for young adults age 16 -24 who have been involved in the court system. REimage provides assistance with career training, GED prep, enrolling in college, finding a good job, navigating the court system, transportation, and more! Participants are paired with professional case managers and mentors who help clients meet their goals.  REimage staff can assist participants in educational attainment such as GED prep, completing the FAFSA, and enrolling in college.  They can also assist with employment services such as interview prep, writing a resume, internships, and many professional opportunities through the Kentucky Youth Career Center.  REimage also prepares youth and young adults for success after their program by focusing on empowerment and skills needed to meet long-term goals.  Youth Empowerment Services include leadership development opportunities, money management and expungement services. There is no cost to participate in the REimage program, and youth and young adults from all areas of Louisville can participate. For more information about services, visit the REimage website here.

Youth Needed for TRC Community Advisory Board

The Trauma Resilient Communities Initiative is looking for youth and young adults, aged 16-24 to serve on their Community Advisory Board.  Participants will meet virtually to track progress on the TRC goals and initiatives.  The 3-5 hour commitment per month pays $20/hr and provides excellent experience.  Most importantly, participants will know they are making a difference in their community!  The TRC Team is taking applications until March 31, 2021.

Team members will engage in the following:

• Serve as a TRC ambassador by spreading awareness of the project and engaging future community members and partners in the work of the project
• Provide input regarding how to best engage the community in the work of the project, with a focus on engaging youth and other underserved community members
• Identify and address barriers for accessing trauma-informed services
• Co-develop a trauma-informed behavioral health inventory guide
• Participate in regularly scheduled meetings
• Participate in trauma-informed training opportunities offered by the project, as available

Compensation:

• Youth members will be compensated hourly for their participation- members are asked for a 3-5-hour monthly commitment
• Members will be compensated $20 per hour.

Requirements:

• Completion of this application and follow-up interviews
• At least 16 years old AND no older than 24 years of age (*under 18 will require parental consent)
• West or South Louisville resident

Apply here. 

Join Mayor’s Month of Service

Metro United Way is proud to partner with Louisville Metro Government again this year for the annual Mayor's Give A Day Month of Service. Yes, you read that right—the entire MONTH of April will be devoted to community service, and you’re invited you to participate! Nonprofit agencies from across the region have posted volunteer projects, and they need YOU to get the job done! It is easy to get involved; simply follow these two steps: Click "Select a Project" below or visit mygiveaday.com to find a project that fits your interests and availability. Community groups, families, and individuals are encouraged to participate! Log your acts of compassion below or at mygiveaday.com. Whether you give an hour or a day, serve at an in-person or virtual project, or call and check on your neighbor, no act of service is too small to be counted! As an extra incentive this year, the Kentucky Derby Festival will be offering an opportunity for one lucky volunteer to win a special Derby Festival gift package including a framed 2021 Derby Festival Official Poster by Louisville Artist Andy Perez and a $100 gift card for Official Derby Festival merchandise! To be eligible to win, volunteers must register by March 25 at mygiveaday.com or at the link below. One package will be given away. Ready to sign up, click here. Already volunteering, log hours here. Questions, click here to learn more.

NOIR Realty Press RElease

Solicitations of Interest (SOI) for the Purchase and Reuse of Property in Russell

The Office of Community Development is issuing two (2) Solicitations of Interest ("SOI") for vacant lots in the Russell neighborhood located at 1515 West Jefferson Street and 1911 West Muhammad Ali Blvd. The deadline to submit proposals is  April 30th, 2021, at 5:00 pm. Click here to view the Solicitations of Interest.  Click here to view the Solicitation of Interest for 1515 West Jefferson Street.  Click here to view the Solicitation of Interest for 1911 West Muhammad Ali Boulevard.  Please share the SOI's with your colleagues and networks and as always contact our office if you have any questions or concerns.

Presentation Academy Open House information

Presentation Academy is having their Spring Open House coming up on Saturday, March 20th.

Their Open House is a great way for potential families to learn more about Pres and what we have to offer their daughter. This event is for 6 - 8 grade girls and their families to take a tour and ask questions about our school.

This event is from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. All families must register for a time slot at this link: https://forms.gle/ctJncEU64udFQ99S9. All guests must adhere to COVID-19 protocols including a health assessment upon arrival and mask wearing while inside the building.

They are also offering a virtual option on Sunday, March 21st at 1:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. Families can sign up for this option on the same form as above.

March 17: Sister Cities Lunch and Learn

Mayor announces city is loosening restrictions on special events, offering parks activities

Changes stipulate adherence to health guidelines to prevent COVID-19

LOUISVILLE (March 16, 2021) – Mayor Greg Fischer announced today that Louisville Metro Government is loosening its restrictions on special events, and is now accepting permit requests for events that adhere to state and local Health Department guidance on preventing the spread of COVID-19, based on CDC recommendations.

Louisville Metro Parks & Recreation also is accepting permit applications for organized public events in the parks, under the same COVID-19 restrictions, the Mayor said, and is moving ahead with plans to host summer sports leagues for youth and adults beginning this spring.

In a related matter, the city is conducting a public survey to gather feedback regarding the future use of loop roads in Cherokee and Iroquois parks, which have been closed to vehicle traffic since April 2020 to increase recreational space for social distancing.

“It’s important that we continue to stick to the precautions we know are working to prevent the spread of COVID-19, like social distancing and wearing masks,” the Mayor said. “But the steps we are announcing today are significant as we work to safely reopen our community and our economy and move past COVID-19.”

Special Events

The city’s Office of Special Events is accepting applications for events via its online portal. Applicants are required to download and review the state’s guidelines and guidance on events and submit a COVID-19 Safety Protocols plan with any application.

Those protocols include communicating that individuals should stay home if sick; remain at least six (6) feet apart from people not a part of their household; wear a cloth face covering or mask over your nose and mouth; and screen and exclude persons with fever, symptoms of COVID-19, and/or direct exposure.

If an event involves more than 50 people, organizers must maintain a record of guests, for contact tracing and notification purposes if someone becomes infected.

These same guidelines apply to Special Event permits in parks.

Summer sports leagues and camps

Parks has been gradually moving toward opening more amenities to the public. Within the past few months, playgrounds and basketball courts have been re-opened to the public with social distancing recommendations in place.

Permit applications for organized public events in the parks are now being taken via the Iroquois Amphitheater office (502) 368-5865. This does not impact private use of parks facilities, including shelters and pavilions, which remains prohibited.

Parks also will host summer sports leagues for youth and adults beginning this spring, again following state and local Health Department guidance on preventing the spread of COVID-19, based on CDC recommendations.

Registration is now underway for kickball, softball, T-ball and the RBI team and baseball clinics funded by the Cincinnati Reds Community Fund. Information and registration for adult athletic leagues can be found here. While online registration is preferred, those looking to form a team or sign up their child can also call the Cyril Allgeier Community Center at (502) 574-4515 for additional information. “We are excited to provide the community with more opportunities for healthy activities and are looking forward to welcoming back those of all ages to the playing field,” said Dana Kasler, director of Parks and Recreation. “Since the beginning of the pandemic, we know our community has missed being able to participate in our sports programs, and we are eager to promote a safe return to play.”

Additionally, there is a need for volunteer coaches and various help throughout the summer. Giving your time to support these leagues is a great way to help out in the community. For more information on how to get involved, click here.

Loops at Cherokee and Iroquois Park

Louisville Parks and Recreation is currently accepting feedback regarding the future use of loop roads in Cherokee and Iroquois parks through a public survey process. To increase recreational space with appropriate social distancing, the loops at both parks have been restricted from vehicle traffic since April 2020, and some members of the public have expressed a desire to make those adjustments permanent. The surveys, which can be found at bestparksever.com, will be open until 5 p.m. this Friday, March 19, 2021. Following the evaluation of the survey results, virtual public meetings will be scheduled for additional feedback. The first, to discuss Cherokee, is set for 6-7 p.m. Tuesday, March 23. Check Parks’ social media and website for details on how to join and for updates on the Iroquois meeting, expected to take place within the next few weeks. Nearly 5,000 residents have already completed the two surveys.

Parks and Recreation will announce plans on the future use of the loops this spring.

Invitation: Champions for Children Virtual Fundraiser

A Kentucky Minority & Women Business Certificate can help grow your business

If you are a minority or woman (or both!) business owner, you can become certified in Kentucky as a Minority and Women Owned Business Enterprise (MWBE). By becoming certified by the commonwealth, you gain access to benefits that can help grow your business. For example, you can get free marketing, including your company’s listing in Kentucky’s Small Business Connection database. You can also gain access to vendors and contractors, make connections with public- and private-sector buyers, get construction and subcontracting procurements and gain advantages in small-purchase procurements. And many private companies and large corporations want to increase diversity representation by contracting with minority- and women-owned businesses. So it’s a great idea to get MWBE certified. To qualify, your company must be at least 51% majority owned by a woman OR a member of a racial or ethnic minority group who is a lawfully admitted permanent resident. You must have owned and operated your business for at least one full year and must have filed a federal business tax return. To get started, you need to complete a rather long government form that describes your business and provide documents that prove your status as a minority or woman (or both!) business owner. But don’t worry, the form and documentation required are mostly stuff you have handy or that you’ll know off the top of your head. And there are application instructions to guide you if you get stuck. To get started, visit the certification program’s website and follow the instructions. Oh, and keep your documentation handy because next time, we’ll describe how to get certified with Louisville Metro to qualify for more benefits.

One Love Louisville Violence Prevention Training

Turn your passion into action and learn the tools needed to make a difference in your community! Our next Ambassador Institute will be held on April 24, 2021. To adapt to the virtual platform, we have shortened the training. Training will take place from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Participants will be trained in Mental Health 101, Suicide Prevention, Community Organizing, Conflict Resolution, and the Public Health Approach to Violence. Trainings will be led by experts from Seven Counties, the Kent School of Social Work, the Youth Violence Prevention Resource Center, and more! If you have ever wanted to join an institute, doing so is easier than ever! Register for the event below.

Violence Prevention Town Halls

Virtual Town Halls are back, and they have already featured several incredible guests!  Starting January 28, OSHN Community Outreach coordinator Lavel White will feature weekly guests on the OSHN Instagram page for a live interview and opportunities for Q&A from the audience.   This series is designed to engage the community in violence prevention efforts and provide resources to be a part of the solution. Be sure to tune in March 18 at 6:00 PM when Keneth Rhodes, THRIVE Fellow graduate, discusses Community Building. Come ready to learn and interact as Keneth will be taking questions from the audience! See the full schedule for this series below. Past Interviews January 28 - Community Building discussion with Monique Williams, PhD (c), MPH, Director of OSHN  February 9 - Trauma Informed Care discussion with Kelsey Florence, MSSW, SAMHSA Clinical Services Coordinator [see recording on OSHN's Instagram page] February 25  - Community Building discussion featuring Mayor's Youth Implementation Team Member, Nigel Blackburn [see recording on OSHN's Instagram page] March 5  - Education discussion featuring JCPS Chief of Communications and Community Relations, Renee Murphy [see recording on OSHN's Instagram Page] Upcoming Interviews March 18 at 6:00 PM - Criminal and Juvenile Justice discussion with Kenneth Rhodes, THRIVE Fellow graduate April 8 at 6:00 PM - Land Code Reform conversation on FB Live, featuring Emily Liu, Director of Planning and Design Services with Codes and Regulations  April 13 at 1:00 PM - Health and Social Wellness discussion featuring Karen Udoh, UofL medical student

Job Announcement

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

Construction Inspector I/II/III (2 positions)

For detailed position descriptions, pay information, and to apply please visit our website: http://www.louisvillemsd.org/Careers

JCPS Hiring

The Works Week

Clean Collaborative Crew - Weekly Report!

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

KYTC Message

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."

Metro Public Works Inspectors - Unsung Heroes

Led by Jerry Barr, the Metro Public Works Construction Inspectors Team is made of well trained, dedicated and professional public servants, who silently work to protect the safety the public – often, going above and beyond what is required of them.
Their responsibilities are many and their mission important. Here, you’ll learn about their responsibilities, the team’s mission and their dedication.

Responsibilities: Inspects construction of bridges, roadways, sidewalks, and annexations within the public right-of-way; ensures compliance with local ordinances, plans and specifications; responds to complaints and inquiries from the public, resolves problems and concerns; reviews construction and planning drawings, and analyzes and interprets blueprints and other technical information (and so many more).

Their mission: To create a consistent, knowledgeable, professional inspection team to ensure quality control, document control and be good stewards of the Metro Louisville citizens and their tax dollars.

Recently, Inspector Nick Rohrman received a complaint from a concerned resident whose driveway was eroding and becoming inaccessible and unsafe due to a street-widening project. Nick took quick action, notified his supervisor of the situation, went to the site, and spoke with the resident to ensure him the issue would be corrected. He coordinated with a contractor to remove the hazard and scheduled a work order for a more permanent repair; thus, going above and beyond his responsibilities and fulfilling his team’s mission. This is just one example of the dedication and professionalism that our Metro Public Works Inspectors silently display every day!

The Team, L-R: Bobby Montgomery, Tim Schnaus, Ronald Barnes, Nava Williams, Todd Giovenco, Jerry Barr, John Akridge, Nick Rohrman, Trey Bruce, Leonard Sullivan, Huy Ly, Bill Robinson.

Not in the photo: Austin Reynolds and Archie Smith.

Keeping You Safe!

A HUGE THANK YOU to the Signs & Marking and Roads & Operations Teams for the excellent work done in keeping us safe during and after the recent flood event! A JOB WELL DONE!!

Pets of the Week

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.

Police Reports This Week

Crime Mapping

First Division

Major Jim Cirillo James Cirillo started in law enforcement with the Louisville Metro Police Department in January 2001 as a patrol officer.  He then moved up to patrol sergeant, detective sergeant, Technology Services Lieutenant and Special Response Team Commander. He is currently assigned as Commander of the 1st Division.  He has a bachelor of arts degree in Criminal Justice from American Military University, an associate degree in Fire Technology and Administration from Capitol Community College as well as a graduate of the Southern Police Institute’s Administrative Officers Course.   He is a seven-year veteran of the United States Marine Corps.

Second Division

Major Ryan Bates Bates began his law enforcement career in August 1997 with the Louisville Division of Police. He served in the former Second, Fourth, and Sixth Districts. He was also a member of the Street Crimes Unit and the Gang Squad. After merger, Bates served as a patrol officer in the First Division. He was promoted to sergeant in August 2005. He served as a sergeant in the Second Division where he supervised the mid-watch platoon, FLEX Unit, and Detectives Unit. In 2012, Bates was promoted to lieutenant and assigned to the late-watch platoon in the Fourth Division. He also served in the Second Division, where he supervised the mid-watch platoon and Division Resource Officers (DROs).   After being promoted to the rank of major, Bates commanded the Fourth Division. Major Bates served on the Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) team for 14 years. He served on the SWAT Team as an officer, sergeant, and lieutenant. He was appointed as the Assistant Commander in 2012 and Commander in 2015. Bates has also served on two (2) task forces which were created to address violent crime in the community. Major Bates is a graduate of Xavier University and holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice with a minor in Business. He is also a graduate of the Southern Police Institute’s (SPI) Administrative Officers Course.

Fourth Division

Major Shannon Lauder Major Shannon Lauder joined the Louisville Metro Police Department in 2008. She served as a patrol officer in the 4th Division, primarily in the Old Louisville neighborhood. She also spent 6 years as a hostage negotiator and team leader for LMPD’s Hostage Negotiation Team. She was a detective in the Crimes Against Children Unit (CACU) investigating physical, sexual and internet crimes against children across Louisville Metro. She was then promoted to sergeant in 2015, where she served in the 6th Division before becoming a Professional Standards Unit investigator. She was promoted to lieutenant in 2018 and served as a patrol lieutenant in the 4th Division. Most recently she was assigned as the Commander of the Special Victims Unit. The SVU consists of the Sex Crimes Unit, the Domestic Violence Unit and the Crimes Against Seniors Unit. In 2020 Major Lauder was promoted to the rank of Major and serves as the Commander of the 4th Division. Major Lauder holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Political Science from the University of Kentucky and is currently pursuing her Master’s Degree in Criminal Justice from the University of Louisville. She is a graduate of the 143rd Session of the Southern Police Institute’s (SPI) Administrative Officer’s Course at the University of Louisville.

Join a Board or Commission

If you are interested in volunteering for one of Louisville Metro Government's Boards and Commissions, now is the time to start. By being a part of a board or commission, you will offer your time and your talents to improve the quality of life in our community.

There are approximately 100 boards and commissions with many areas of interest, including business and economic development, land planning, parks and recreation, public health and public safety.

To learn more about applications, please visit https://louisvilleky.gov/government/mayor-greg-fischer/interested-serving-board-or-commission '

Please find below a list of boards and commissions for an opportunity to serve:

BOARD VACANCIES

• Metropolitan Business Development Corporation
• Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board
• Bardstown Road Overlay District
• Building Code Board of Appeals
• Cemetery Board
• Civil Service Board
• Code Enforcement Board
• Community Action Partnership
• Jefferson County Public Law Library
• Deputy Sheriff Merit Board
• Downtown Development Review Overlay Board
• Downtown Management District
• Ethics Commission
• Fire Protection Districts (Fairdale, Harrods Creek, Highview, Lake Dreamland, Lyndon, Middletown, Okolona, St. Matthews & Worthington)
• Hazard Materials Ordinance Appeals & Overseers Board
• Housing Authority Board
• Human Relations Commission Advocacy Board
• Human Relations Commission Enforcement Board
• Kentuckiana Works
• Landmarks
• Library Advisory Commission
• Louisville Arena Authority, Inc.
• Louisville Public Media
• Merit Board
• Medical Center Commission of Jefferson County
• PARC Board of Commissioners
• Police Merit Board
• Redevelopment Authority
• Science Center
• Urban Renewal Commission
• Vacant Property Review Commission
• Waterworks
• Zoo Foundation Board

REMINDERS

Visit http://www.louisvilleky.gov/MetroPolice/Patrol+Divisions/ to sign up to receive the LMPD’s new crime alert update for your neighborhood. Simply select your LMPD division number, and click "Subscribe to Crime Alerts by Beat" to begin receiving the update.

Visit http://mapit.louisvilleky.gov/  and type in your address to find out when your junk pick-up date is as well as street cleanings and additional information.

Visit at https://lge-ku.com/outages/report/streetlight to report a street light outage in your neighborhood. When reporting a street light outage, be sure to have the pole number, which can be found on a metal plate on the pole.

If you would like to unsubscribe to this e-newsletter (though we don't know why you ever would) please email shalanna.taylor@louisvilleky.gov with the subject "REMOVE". We won't be hurt (much).

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