In response to economic challenges caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, Louisville Metro Office of Resilience and Community Services, as part of the Community Action Agency network in Kentucky, is now taking applications for an added spring open enrollment period for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). Applications will be accepted through June 30, 2021, or until designated funds are depleted on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Applicants for the Spring LIHEAP must be residents of Jefferson County with a household income at or below 150 percent of the federal poverty guidelines (e.g. for a household of four, the gross monthly income cannot exceed $3,313.00). This program assists with electric/gas (LG&E) or other energy utilities, or rent if utilities are included. Residents can apply regardless of the status of their utility bills. The benefit amount awarded is based on an individual’s income and primary fuel type. Benefits are paid directly to the primary utility/fuel vendor (i.e. LG&E).
Jefferson County residents wishing to apply must schedule an appointment utilizing the automated appointment system. Appointments can be scheduled by phone by calling 502-991-8391 or online at louisvilleky.cascheduler.com. The toll-free service is currently open and is available twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week.
Copies of LIHEAP documentation, along with the downloadable Family Profile form and the Remote Processing form, should be dropped off at the LIHEAP site you select, on the day of your appointment. Applicants will then be contacted by LIHEAP staff within 72 hours (3 business days) of the appointment time.
For more descriptions about LIHEAP income eligibility and other instructions, visit https://louisvilleky.gov/LIHEAP. Residents may also call the automated LIHEAP information line at 991-8391 or visit www.louisvilleky.cascheduler.com.
Individuals who require more information can contact Metro311 by simply dialing 311 or (502) 574-5000, email metro.311@louisvilleky.gov, tweet @LouMetro311, Web: louisvilleky.gov/tell311, or download the free Mobile Louisville Metro 311 app from the website. Residents can also call Metro United Way’s 2-1-1 help referral service.
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Thank you to the cast members and staff of Kentucky Shakespeare for their recent performance of Romeo & Juliet at Riverview Park! The production team worked hard to bring this socially distanced and safe tour to all part of the community and we are grateful for their efforts to bring this accessible arts experience to District 12.
We were lucky to have beautiful weather and a great turnout for the return of the Shakespeare in the Parks Tour to Southwest Louisville!
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The Louisville Asset Building Coalition’s Volunteer Income Tax Assistance, or VITA, and AARP Tax Aide programs provide trained, IRS-certified volunteers to offer free tax services via online or at select drop-off sites. The service is available to individuals and families who earned less than $66,000 in 2020.
VITA and AARP volunteers will also help determine if residents are eligible for the Earned Income Tax Credit, a refundable federal tax credit for low- and middle-income working individuals and families. Eligibility for the EITC is based on income, the number of family members and other criteria, such as the amount of a family’s credit. Working families who earn up to $57,400 may be eligible, with average credits last year nearly $2,500.
Last year, the VITA campaign and Louisville AARP sites processed nearly 13,000 returns, adding more than $16 million to the local economy, including nearly $3.5 million in Earned Income Tax Credits to residents.
February 12 is the first official day for filing tax returns. While free tax filing will not happen face-to-face as in past years due COVID-19 pandemic, VITA free tax assistance services are available through select drop-off sites and online methods. Individuals can visit getyourrefund.org to have their taxes prepared online, and starting Monday, February 8, may also call 502-305-0005 for more information.
The VITA free tax preparation sites are located at:
- Americana Community Center, 4801 Southside Dr.
- Bates Community Development Corporation, 1228 Jackson St.
- Eastern Area Community Ministries, 9104 Westport Rd.
- Louisville Urban League, 1535 W. Broadway
- Portland Promise Center, 1831 Baird St.
- Salt and Light Community Development, 3025 Gerald Dr.
- Sun Valley Community Center, 6505 Bethany Lane
- United Crescent Hill Ministries, 150 State St.
- Wesley House Community Services, 5114 Preston Hwy.
For more details including hours of operations at VITA locations, visit http://labcservices.org or call Metro United Way’s 211 help referral service.
Also, visit the website for information about a free service for those interested in filing their taxes online. Volunteers may visit MyFreeTaxes.com to access free software programs offered in partnership by United Way Worldwide and TaxSlayer. Eligible clients may also visit labcservices.org to access the IRS Free File Program Delivered by Turbo Tax. LABC is proud to be a member of the Tax Time Allies, and has received funding from the Intuit Freedom Foundation to increase access to VITA and free software programs.
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 will open Feb. 15.
For future updates including online filing options AARP Tax Aide plan to offer, visit http://www.aarp-tax-aide-lou.org.
May 2021 is Chip You Pet Month. One in three pets will become lost in their lifetime, and 90% are never reunited with their owner. The best way to ensure your pet has a ticket home is to microchip them and make sure your contact info is up-to-date. LMAS offers microchipping services for $25. You don’t need an appointment, simply bring your pet to the LMAS Shelter located at 3528 Newburg Road, Monday-Saturday from 12-6pm. You can also get your pet microchipped at their veterinarian’s office or have their microchipped scanned so you can update your contact info. If you have questions about microchipping your pet, contact LMAS at 502-473-PETS or email animals@louisvilleky.gov.
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Meet Humboldt!
Looking for a companion who is as excited about life as you? Come meet Humboldt. This handsome guy is walking on sunshine with a pep in his step - even on rainy days. And his personality is as sweet as his smile. Humboldt's adoption fee is waived for an approved adopter, thanks to the Pay It Forward Program. The approximately 2-year-old Staffordshire mix weighs 61 lbs. Humboldt is already neutered, microchipped & up-to-date on vaccinations. Humboldt can be tested with other dogs or cats by request. A meet and greet is mandatory for families with children. For more info about Humboldt, email animalservicesadoption@louisvilleky.gov. Meet Humboldt at Animal House (3528 Newburg Road), open to walk-ins from 12-6pm daily.
To see all of the adoptable animals available at Louisville Metro Animal Services, visit their website here.
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The owners of 5362 Dixie Highway have applied for a NQ2 Restaurant Retail drink and Sunday Liquor Drink license(s) at that location.
Any person, association, corporation, or body politic may protest the granting of the license(s) by writing the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control, 500 Mero Street, 2 NE 33, Frankfort, Ky. 40601, within 30 days of the date of the legal publication. The ad ran in the Courier-Journal on Saturday, April 24, 2021.
Some of the reasons for refusal of a license as stated in KRS 243.450 are
Premise does not comply fully with all alcoholic beverage control statutes and regulations of the board.
- The applicant or the premises does not comply with all regulations of a city administrator.
- The applicant has done an act for which a revocation of license would be authorized.
- The applicant has made any false material statement in his application.
- Other factors include public sentiment in the area, number of licensed outlets in the area,
potential for future growth, type of area involved, type of transportation available and financial potential of the area.
Representatives for the property owner of 7706 & 7710 Greenwood Road will host a “neighborhood meeting” regarding the above referenced project. Because of the COVID-19 emergency orders requiring and/or recommending social distancing, the neighborhood meeting will be held virtually. If you cannot obtain access to the virtual meeting, we may be able to assist you in that regard or otherwise assure a telephone or in-person conversation.
The property owner is seeking a zone change from R-4 to EZ-1 on property approximately 3.77 acres referenced above. The zone change is proposed to bring the site into compliance to allow an outdoor/indoor storage facility. The existing buildings on the site will remain with proposed increased screening of the outdoor storage, as well as 9 employee parking spaces. A plan for pre-application review was filed with the Metro Planning and Design Services (PDS) on April 19, 2021. The case number is 21-ZONEPA-0043 and Joel Dock is the PDS case manager.
The virtual meeting will be held on Monday, May 17th beginning at 6:00 p.m.
To view more details about the application or for information to attend the virtual meeting, CLICK HERE.
If you are unable to attend the virtual meeting, or have any questions or comments, please feel free to email or call me, or contact the PDS case manager listed on the attached contact information sheet.
We look forward to our opportunity to visit virtually or by phone.
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