The District 14 office will continue to monitor and answer concerns and emails received, although the 601 W. Jefferson St. office and the Southwest Government Center offices are not open to the public.
You can contact us by calling 502-574-1114 and leaving a voicemail or email Cindi.Fowler@LouisvilleKy.gov
Please visit https://labcservices.org/index.php/free-tax-help/do-you-qualify, for more information.
The other service, AARP Tax-Aide, has a mission to serve any person who comes through the door, with special attention to those 60 and older. AARP select drop-off sites in Louisville.
For future updates including online filing options AARP Tax Aide plan to offer, visit http://www.aarp-tax-aide-lou.org
Now's the time to begin ridding Louisville Metro streets of the potholes formed this winter. Here's how you can report a pothole:
- On Twitter use the hashtag #502pothole. Just include the address or intersection where the pothole is located along with the hashtag in a tweet
- Report a pothole online, click here, select “pothole” and continue with the required information
- Contact Metro311 in one of these ways:
- Call them at 311 or 574-5000
- Download the “Louisville Metro 311” app on your smartphone and use it to report a pothole
Email them at metro.311@louisvilleky.gov
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JCPS Openings
JCPS is hiring! Substitute Custodians, Bus Drivers, and Teachers! Interested parties can apply at jefferson.kyschools.us.
Thanks to a generous grant from the Louisville Metro Department of Parks & Recreation, Trees Louisville 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.
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Louisville Parks and Recreation is seeking lifeguards for the 2021 swim season! The next training session begins March 6th at the Mary T. Meagher Aquatic Center. It's the perfect summer job for a college student home for the summer or a high school student looking for some work experience. And for those who work at one of our outdoor pools, training sessions are FREE! For more information, please click here. |
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, 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.
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 the website here (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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Questions? Call 502 574-6380
Website - www.jeffersonpva.KY.gov
If you are a residential property owner in areas 2, 3, 5,and 7 you will be reassessed this year. If you are affected, you will receive a postcard in the mail on April 23. **A portion of District 14 is included in Area 5.**To see if you are in those areas, visit this map and enter your address.
If you are a commercial property owner in areas 2, 3, 5, and 7, you will be reassessed this year. If you are affected, you will receive a postcard in the mail on April 23 **A portion of District 14 is included in Area 5.** To see if you are in those areas, visit this map and enter your property address.
PVA Online Appeal Conferences Information
The 2021 PVA Online Conferences for property owners to appeal their valuation will begin April 23 at noon and continue until May 17 at 4 p.m.
For a list of tips on how to appeal a property assessment, click here. Tips include taking detailed photos and writing notes ahead of time to cut and paste into the online form.
Community-Wide Zoom Meeting
April 20th at 6:30 p.m.
To learn more about residential and commercial property assessments and your right to appeal, please join us for one of our online informational meetings, please visit www.jeffersonpva.ky.gov or follow us on Facebook @jeffersonpva.
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- Immediately report any suspicious person, or vehicle to (502) 574-7111 or (502) 574-TIPS. This is not just for vehicle vandalism but drug activity, home/garage vandalism - ANY suspicious activity! Make a report!
- Never leave anything of value in your vehicle; this includes laptops, purses, GPS devices and even loose change.
- Always lock your vehicle doors.
- Remove garage door openers from vehicles usually parked outside.
- Do not leave your keys in your vehicle. Do not warm up your vehicles without you in them!
- Do not leave the windows of you vehicle open, or partially open.
- Try to park your vehicle in a well-lit area.
Never leave a firearm unprotected in your vehicle
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Norton Healthcare:
Register Online
Call 502-861-4499 for assistance
U of L Health:
Register Online
502-681-1435
Baptist Health:
Register Online
Walgreens:
Register Online
800-Walgreens (1-800–925–4733)
Kroger:
Register Online
CVS:
Register Online
800-746-7287
.In anticipation of re-paving, Lower Hunters Trace will be shutting down between Sky Blue Avenue and Cane Run Road on Tuesday and Wednesday (4/13 and 4/14) to complete roadway repairs in preparation for repaving of the roadway. The closures are anticipated to last from 9AM to 3PM on those days. Message Boards have been placed on Lower Hunters to notify of the pending closures next week. Once this work is completed, the contractor will begin milling and paving activities in which we will maintain traffic with flaggers and other traffic controls per the MUTCD. Milling and paving work is anticipated to conclude on April 23, pending weather or equipment failures.
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The following is a list of permits and notices from Louisville Metro public works for lane and sidewalk closures, utility cuts, street closures and oversize load notices in the Metro area.
Site work Blevins Gap from Stonestreet Rd to Medora Rd.
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Very importantly, the Association of Community Ministries has worked with our partners at Metro Government to
1) Extend the time period of applicable past due balances covered to March 16, 2020 - March 3, 2021,
2) Increase the maximum benefit from $500 to $1,000.
 Financial Navigators will be available remotely to provide guidance over the phone to help residents access available programs and services to manage income disruptions and other financial concerns. These experts help residents one-on-one to triage personal financial issues, identify immediate action steps to manage expenses and maximize income, and make referrals to other relevant community resources such as the Eviction Prevention Program, LIHEAP, Healthy at Home, etc. Louisville Metro Government and Bank On Louisville will offer these services in partnership with Louisville Housing and Opportunities Micro-Enterprise Community Development Loan Fund, Inc. (LHOME).
Residents can access these free, remote services by completing the online form or calling (502) 657-6624 to sign up. The navigator will then send a short service agreement and call the client to begin their personal session. Organizations across Louisville can also refer clients directly to an expert.
Each session will last approximately 30 minutes. After the session, the Financial Navigator will send a follow-up email outlining next steps and referrals
Visit HERE or LHOME for regular updates including how to apply and other details.
Who should get tested for COVID-19?
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Anyone who has symptoms: fever, cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, chills, muscle pain, headache, new loss of taste or smell, vomiting or diarrhea, sore throat, congestion or runny nose. Contact your healthcare provider about scheduling a test.
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Testing for people who do not have symptoms (asymptomatic) including:
- Persons without symptoms who have been in close contact with someone who has tested positive. Consider getting tested during your 14 day quarantine if you do not develop symptoms.
- Healthcare facility workers, workers in congregate living settings, and first responders without symptoms.
- Residents in long-term care facilities or other congregate living settings, including prisons and shelters, without symptoms
- People without symptoms who have been in large gatherings where social distancing was difficult and you do not know if you were in close contact with a positive case.
- For all testing please follow instructions to call ahead or pre-register for the testing site.
To see a complete list of testing sites throughout Jefferson County, follow this link.
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Southwest Community Ministries is currently overwhelmed with families who have never needed assistance before but are running out of household and hygiene products! They are asking for help from members of the community, youth groups, or anyone willing to donate.
If you would prefer to give food donations, items such as ravioli, ramen, fruit cups, canned meats, soups, and peanut butter crackers are always good options. Things like Ensure and pull top lids are good for seniors as well!
Needed Household Items:
- Toilet Paper
- Paper Towels
- Bleach
- Laundry and Dish Soap
- Any Cleaning Supply
- Soap
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Razors
- Comb/Brush
- Tooth Brush
- Tooth Paste
- Adult Diapers
- Female Personal Care Items
Items can be dropped off at the Ministry (8504 Terry Rd.) Monday-Friday from 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. For more information please call (502) 935-0310.
Donations can also be made by visiting SouthwestCommunityMinistries.org/donate.
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At the Waste Reduction Center, Louisville/Jefferson County residents can dispose of tires, household bulky waste such as metals, appliances, electronics, tree limbs and stumps up to three feet in diameter, unbagged yard waste, construction debris, and furniture.
Hours of Operation
Tuesday - Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Saturday 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Appointments available Tuesday - Friday 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Up to three household bulky items per day may be dropped off at no charge. Bulky loads or drop-offs exceeding three items will be charged according - CASH ONLY.
Examples of single items
- Up to 4 passenger tires*
- One appliance
- One large household item such as mattress, box spring, sofa or chair
*No more than 4 tires will be accepted for free drop-off at one time regardless of the number of other items
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Today, the average life expectancy is at a record high of 79 years, As we get older, even the most independent among us may experience physical declines or financial hardship that strips away their independence. Add to that an increase in geographic mobility of our families, and the result is millions of seniors left behind, hungry and alone.
9 out of 10 say Meals on Wheels helps them live independently!
How can you help? Volunteers are always needed! Call (502) 935-0310 to learn more. They serve seniors in 40258, 40272, and 40117.
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