District 6 Dispatch

District 6 Reports

PC Agenda - May 17, 2021 Night Hearing Landbank Launches New Last Look Properties 2021 Homicide Weekly Report 5-9-21 Monthly Paving Report: April 2021 May 13, 2021 LD&T Agenda BOZA Agenda 5/17/21 Historic Landmarks & Preservation Districts Commission Agenda 5/20/21

What's Happening in District 6 ...

Jazz in Central Park- Save the Date

Taylor-Berry Community & Vest Derby Oaks Peace Walk

Three Old Louisville ARC Notices - 21-COA-0038 (224 E. Oak St.); 21-COA-0074 (1451 S. 2nd St.); 21-COA-0089 (1473 St. James Ct.)

• 21-COA-0074_UrbanDesignNotices_050521.pdf
• 21-COA-0038_UrbanDesignNotices_050521.pdf
• 21-COA-0089_UrbanDesignNotices_050521.pdf

Alcohol Beverage Control Notification

Please see below Alcoholic Beverage License memo and Courier Journal Legal announcement for a NQ4 Retail Malt Beverage by the Drink license applied for, located at 622 W. Magnolia Avenue, Louisville, KY. 40208.  The ad ran in The Courier Journal Wednesday, May 5, 2021.

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

Job Announcement

Utility Trainee (4 positions)

Under direct supervision, performs physical, unskilled tasks associated with sewer and drainage maintenance.  Must comply with Federal, State, Local and MSD requirements and regulations.

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

Below please find MSD's recently posted positions. For position descriptions, pay information, and to apply please visit our website: http://www.louisvillemsd.org/Careers

• Assistant General Counsel
• Engineer II/III
• IFP Technician
• Process Technician Trainee
• Safety & Security Supervisor

Hiring for position to survey existing cable and telephone lines

They offer paid training, a flexible schedule, and unlimited income opportunity. This position is a contractor position.

No experience necessary and no degree required. Must have a smartphone or tablet, reliable vehicle, valid driver's license, and flexibility to work across the Midwest and Southern states.

Apply through Focus Career by using the Job ID Number listed above to search for the position.

Register & Apply

Mortenson Family Dental is hiring Dental Assistants

Positions available:

• Dental Assistant - Job ID: 1180553225
• Expanded Duty Dental Assistant - Job ID: 1180561605

Must have EDDA Certificate/EFDA Certificate, high school diploma, clerical experience, x-ray certification, and CPR certification. Benefits include: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, FSA/HSA accounts, 401k, paid time off, bereavement leave, jury duty pay, 6 paid holidays, Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP), and an Employee Assistance Program.

Apply through Focus Career by using the Job ID Number listed above to search for the position.

Register & Apply

Ferrara is seeking to fill full-time 2nd and 3rd shift General Laborers that start at $17.54/hr

Join us Thursday, May 13 at 12 p.m. through Zoom to get connected to a job!

As a qualified candidate you will have the exclusive opportunity to speak with a hiring representative. You will also be able to participate in a guided Q&A session. This is the opportunity for a real-time connection to your new career. Register by May 12 at 11:59 p.m.

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Interested in going to college?

The KentuckianaWorks College Access Center welcomes you to sign up to receive in-person assistance with your FAFSA completion! Social distancing and masks required (a mask will be provided if you don't have one)

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News Around the City and Beyond: Stay Informed

Only 2 Classes Left for Lifeguard Training/Certification. Our Pools Need YOU!

Lifeguards are needed for Metro pools this summer.  If you are not certified, but would like to be, Metro Parks offers training and there are only 2 classes left before the opening of Metro Pools. If you are interested or know someone who is, Call 502-897-9949 or email parks@louisville.gov for information or to register. The dates for classes are: May 17 - 21 4:00pm - 9:00pm June 7 - 11 4:00pm - 9:00pm

Electric fans needed for local seniors and residents with disabilities

LOUISVILLE, KY (May 13, 2021) - KIPDA Area Agency on Aging and Independent Living and Louisville Metro Office for Aging & Disabled Citizens (OADC) are seeking monetary donations to help purchase box fans to be distributed to those in need as the weather gets warmer.  Starting in mid-June as part of the annual Fan Fair program, fans will be distributed to qualified individuals within the KIPDA region.

Qualifications to receive a free fan include:

• Person 60 years or older
• OR documentation verified by a physician of a physical disability
• Must be a resident of Jefferson, Oldham, Henry, Shelby, Spencer, Trimble or Bullitt Counties
• Proof of address and age will we required
• One fan per household
• Household must not have functioning central air units

Those wishing to make a monetary donation to purchase fans can mail checks made payable to KIPDA, Attn:  Fan Fair to 11520 Commonwealth Drive, Louisville, Ky 40299, postmarked by June 5.  If you would like to make special arrangements for a donation or need further information, please contact Alli Woosley, Coordinator for Louisville Metro OADC at (502) 574-5092; or Jennifer Craig, Aging and Disability Resource Center Coordinator for KIPDA at (502) 266-5571.

Now in its sixth year, Fan Fair was first created in 2016 by staff members with KIPDA and OADC in response to numerous calls they received requesting heat relief. Many households lack air conditioning and individuals over the age of 60 and/or with disabilities are at an increased risk of heat-related illnesses.

Fans placed in or near windows can help draw in cool air from outside or pull warm air out of a room depending on how they are placed.

In keeping with CDC guidelines and in an effort to avoid large gatherings, this year’s fan giveaway will be spread out at multiple locations across several days. 

Starting June 16, fans will be distributed at six Neighborhood Place sites, KIPDA's main office, and Tri-County and Multi-Purpose Community Action Agencies. Appointments are required in advance and fans will be distributed on a first come, first serve.

More information about how to make an appointment and instructions for fan pick-up will be posted on www.louisvilleky.gov/FanFair or www.KIPDA.org after June 1.

Last year, over 500 fans were distributed to residents in need thanks to donations given by community organizations, churches, businesses, and private citizens.  

“Every year the community astonishes me with the donations and the attention that Fan Fair receives.  The need for cooling assistance during the hot and humid Kentuckiana summers has and will always be a major health concern, but miracles can happen with something as simple as an extra fan,” shared Jennifer Craig with KIPDA.

“The past year has been a challenging time for many Louisville citizens due to the COVID-10 Pandemic.  Fan Fair 2021 is a simple reminder that even during a difficult time, a small action can make a large impact in someone’s life. I am excited to be a part of Fan Fair so that some of our most at-risk citizens can receive some much-needed relief,” said Alli Woosley with Louisville Metro OADC.

For more information about the fan donations or Fan Fair, visit www.louisvilleky.gov/FanFair or www.KIPDA.org.

Youth Exchange Session

POSTPONED: Several Interstate Ramp Closures Scheduled in Jefferson County

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (May 13, 2021) –The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) advises motorists of the postponement of several ramp closures in Jefferson County. The closures, which were set to take place beginning tomorrow, have been delayed due to a chance of rain over the weekend. The following ramps in western Jefferson County are now scheduled to be closed beginning at 9 a.m. on Friday, May 21: I-64 East to I-264 East I-64 West to I-264 East I-264 East to Bank Street Work is now scheduled to be complete on Tuesday, May 25. Motorists can detour the area by taking I-64 to I-65 South to I-264 West. Signs will notify drivers of the closures. The contract for this ramp improvement project was awarded to Louisville Paving and Construction in May 2020 in the amount of $10,968,000. 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.

West Jefferson County Community Task Force

Inaugural Women's Summit - Join Us July 19

Gov. Beshear: Federal Communications Commission Offering Eligible Kentuckians an Internet Discount

FRANKFORT, Ky. (May 12, 2021) – Today, Gov. Andy Beshear encouraged eligible Kentuckians to apply for a newly available discount through the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to help temporarily reduce their cost of home internet services.

The $3.2 billion Emergency Broadband Benefit program, established by Congress last year in response to ongoing economic hardships caused by the pandemic, provides a temporary discount of up to $50 per month toward broadband service for eligible households. The benefit also provides discounts up to $100 per household toward a one-time purchase of a computer, laptop or tablet, if the household contributes more than $10 but less than $50 toward its purchase from a participating broadband provider.

“Now more than ever, Kentuckians need reliable internet access to stay informed and connected to school, work, family, church, health care and other critical services,” said Gov. Beshear. “By providing some temporary financial assistance, this program may be what allows eligible Kentuckians to retain their service and remain online as we defeat COVID-19.”

Kentuckians can apply today through participating broadband providers or at getemergencybroadband.org.

Discounts will continue until all funding is exhausted, or six months after the Department of Health and Human Services declares an end to the pandemic.

A household is eligible if one member of the family meets at least one of the criteria below: 

• Has an income at or below 135% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines or participates in certain assistance programs, such as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, Medicaid or the FCC’s Lifeline program;
• Is approved to receive benefits under the free and reduced-price school lunch program or the school breakfast program, including through the USDA Community Eligibility Provision, in the 2019-2020 or 2020-2021 school year;
• Received a federal Pell Grant during the current award year;
• Experienced a substantial reduction in income through job loss or furlough since Feb. 29, 2020, and the household had a total income in 2020 at or below $99,000 for single filers and $198,000 for joint filers; or
• Meets the eligibility criteria for a participating provider’s existing low-income or COVID-19 program.

Additional information about the Emergency Broadband Benefit is available at www.fcc.gov/broadbandbenefit, or by calling 833-511-0311 between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. EDT any day of the week.

In addition to today’s announcement, the Governor is preparing to expand the state’s broadband infrastructure that currently does not extend to every community, resulting in unequal opportunities among Kentuckians.

After reaching a bipartisan agreement with lawmakers and signing House Bill 320 and House Bill 382, the Governor will have more than $300 million in the Broadband Deployment Fund to begin addressing unserved and underserved communities. Combined with at least 50% required matching investments, this means a minimum of $600 million will go toward broadband expansion.

“At a minimum, $600 million will go toward broadband expansion. This investment is estimated to create over 10,000 direct and indirect jobs,” said Gov. Beshear. “Coupled with our recent broadband speed test, access mapping and the KentuckyWired project, HB 320 has the potential to push Kentucky to the forefront of broadband expansion nationwide.”

We need every Kentucky family to have access to reliable, high-speed internet access, which is critical to achieving successes in education, health care outcomes and economic growth, the Governor added.

Lawn Care for Cleaner Air Rebate Program

Spring has definitely sprung and your grass is growing. Why not take advantage of the Lawn Care for Cleaner Air program and save up to $100 on a new, air-friendly, electric-powered mower? You can get rebates on electric string trimmers, electric blowers, and reel mowers too. Now is a great time to recycle that old, polluting equipment and save some cash on new gear that will make breathing a little easier for you and your community. You can also get larger rebates on more powerful equipment with our Lawn Care for Cleaner Air Professional program. Please see our website, louisvilleky.gov/lawncare, or call (502)574-6000 if you have any questions.

Registration Opens for JCPS Summer Learning Programs

May 10, 2021 – Registration opens today for Jefferson County Public Schools (JCPS) Summer Learning opportunities. The options include nearly 100 interactive, student-centered activities that will keep learning happening throughout the summer months.

Families can visit the JCPS website to view available programs and register.

“We’re excited to provide our students at all grade levels with opportunities to continue learning over the summer, and have fun doing it,” said JCPS Superintendent Dr. Marty Pollio.  “These programs offer engaging, personalized programs that appeal to a variety of student interests, or encourage them to discover a new interest or talent.”

Summer learning options will include three main areas:

• Backpack League, offering students in first through 12th grade an in-person experience.
• Summer League, where students learn virtually and earn points to make it onto a leaderboard.

• Specialized Camps, such as the district’s popular “Lit &” camps, which fit the unique interests and needs of students. Some camps are aimed at students who are learning English while others will help students prepare for college, careers and gifted and talented programs.

Summer options are also open to the district’s youngest learners. New this year is Camp Jumpstart, which will focus on social-emotional development and adaptive skills for 3-year-old students who are currently in the district’s early childhood program.

And JCPS will bring back the successful Camp Ready for K to help prepare up to 1,600 students who are scheduled to start kindergarten in the fall.

Follow JCPS online on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube.

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Pfizer vaccine for children 12 and older is good for city’s fight to end pandemic, Mayor says

Local pediatricians call vaccine ‘safe and effective’ for children

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (May 11, 2021) – On Tuesday, Mayor Greg Fischer and Dr. Sarah Moyer, Louisville’s Chief Health Strategist, provided an update on COVID-19 in Louisville and were joined by two local pediatricians to discuss the anticipated approval by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to make the Pfizer vaccine eligible for 12- to 15-year-olds.

On Monday, the FDA expanded authorization for the Pfizer-BioNTech Covid-19 vaccine to include children ages 12 to 15. Mayor Fischer called the announcement good news in the city’s fight to end the pandemic.

“Even though children haven’t been the hardest hit demographic, they’re not immune by any means,” the Mayor said. “They can spread the disease to more vulnerable people in other demographics. Anything that can safely slow or stop the spread of the virus is a good thing.”

Dr. Moyer said the quickest way to get everyone back to the things they love, is by getting as many people vaccinated as possible, including adolescents.

“So many of our youth missed out on sports, proms, graduations, and other milestones,” Dr. Moyer said. “If your child is fully vaccinated and is exposed to someone who is positive, they won’t have to miss the big game or prom due to being quarantined.  The CDC has said fully vaccinated people don’t have to quarantine after being exposed to someone with COVID19.”

Now that children aged 12 and older are eligible for the vaccine, Dr. Moyer encouraged parents to get their children preregistered.

Local pediatricians reassure parents that vaccine is safe for teens

Local pediatricians and members of Louisville's Vaccine Distribution Task Force, Dr. Beverly Gaines, president and CEO of Dr. Beverly Gaines and Associates, and Dr. Pat Purcell, member of the board of directors for the Greater Louisville Medical Society joined Mayor Fischer to encourage parents to make appointments as soon as possible to get their adolescents vaccinated against COVID.

Dr. Purcell acknowledged concerns from parents about the timing of the vaccine with regards to how long it’s been available. She said in Pfizer’s Phase 3 trial of 2,260 adolescents, 18 cases of Covid-19 were identified in the placebo group with none observed in the vaccinated group. Additionally, Dr. Purcell said parents need to recognize that the safety and efficacy of the vaccine is determined by an ongoing verification process.

“There’s VAERS, where people across the nation can put in a complaint or mention something, they are uncomfortable with,” Dr. Purcell said. “The CDC and FDA are constantly monitoring any side effects anyone has including children.”

Dr. Gaines, who is also the chair of Louisville's NAACP Health and Wellness Committee, said in her conversations with parents she will provide reassurance pointing to data of Pfizer’s 100% efficacy in 12- to 15-year-olds vaccinated in its trials. Speaking further, Dr. Gaines said it’s important to get the younger populations vaccinated because they can have asymptomatic infections.

“Parents want to protect their children from the infection but also keep them from spreading it to grandparents or other relatives,” she said. “Data shows that patients do trust their healthcare providers. I always rely on my relationship with my patients. We will reassure our patients that the vaccine is safe and effective.”

Parents and legal guardians interested in pre-registration of their 12- to 15-year-olds for the vaccine can sign up online via Norton Healthcare. They can also find Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine providers near them by visiting Vaccines.gov

Here are the key COVID-19 data metrics for the week of May 10, 2021:

• There were 666 new cases over the previous week, 1 new death reported
• Hospitalization data:
• 82 patients currently hospitalized have COVID-19, compared to 114 last week.

• 28 patients in ICU with COVID-19 as of May 11, compared to 23 the week prior.
• 17 COVID-19 patients on ventilators as of May 11, compared to 16 last week.

• 689,010 total vaccine doses given in Metro Louisville since December.
• 46.8% of Louisville residents have received at least one dose of vaccine and 37.3% have completed the vaccine series

Dr. Moyer said the majority of cases identified last week reported attending events such as weddings, funerals, family and friend gatherings, sporting events, proms, musical performances and travel.

“This is a really good reminder that if you’re not fully vaccinated yet, to please get tested before attending any of these events or traveling,” Dr. Moyer said.

First Responder Data

Currently, 15 members of LMPD, Louisville Fire, Metro EMS, Metro Corrections and the Sheriff’s Office are off-duty due to COVID-19:

• 9 are off with positive tests and in self-isolation

• 2 are off and quarantined due to exposure to someone who tested positive

• 4 are off with symptoms, pending test results

Positive test numbers for first responders/public safety since the incident began:

• 568 positive tests
• 559 have fully recovered and returned to duty

Metro Corrections inmate data:

Total Tested: 7,764

Total Positive: 417

Total Recovered: 416

Total currently under medical isolation: 0

Total tests pending: 0

Music in the Park

Preventative maintenance can save you a bundle

At LHOME, we offer loans to help homeowners make their homes more energy-efficient. That means we see a lot of opportunities for people to spend a little money now to save a lot later. This week, we’ll take a look at some ways a little preventative maintenance can help you save a bundle down the road. Energy Star, the Environmental Protection Agency’s energy-efficiency program that rates products for consumers, has a website with handy tips for saving energy at home. The site covers all areas of your house and offers tips for making them more energy-efficient and low-maintenance. Some are simple and obvious, like blocking the air that escapes under your doors and others are ones you might not ever think about, like running your bathroom ventilation fan for 15 minutes after showering to cut down on mold, mildew and musty odors. Another important preventative task is to maintain the exterior of your home so it can increase in value instead of depreciate. A little paint can prevent a lot of very expensive damage. According to a Sherwin-Williams web page about weather’s impact on wood: “Of all finishes, paints provide the most protection for wood against ultraviolet degradation and simple erosion. A painted surface retards the penetration of exterior moisture, blocks out damaging ultraviolet rays, and seals into the wood the natural resins and other oils that can otherwise be weathered out.” In fact, a $200 paint job can easily save you thousands in wood replacement costs, according to a blog by Management One. That’s because wood rot begins almost immediately once the old paint has worn away. According to the blog, maintenance is the most overlooked and least thought about aspect of owning a home and one that costs homeowners a lot of unnecessary money and headaches. Bottom line: Even though it costs a little upfront, preventative maintenance can really save you a lot of money and headaches down the road. Home Repair & Energy Efficiency Loans are available at LHOME. Please visit us at https://www.lhomeky.org/ to learn more.

📣 Calling All Artists! Art Is Back

Deadline: June 7, 2021

Louisville Visual Art asks you to consider contributing an 8" x 8" artwork to the 8th Annual art[squared]! We're excited to host this event as an online auction again this year. Despite last year's art[squared] going virtual, it was the most successful one we've had yet!

Thank you to each and every artist who makes art[squared] possible. Proceeds from this fundraiser support all of LVA's vital programming, from Children's Fine Art Classes (CFAC) to the Mural Art Program to Open Doors Outreach for at-risk youth. LVA truly values the time and effort of each and every artist who makes art[squared] possible. Your donation of an artwork helps us continue to nurture Louisville's entire art ecosystem.

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America’s Failed Experiment in Public Housing

President Biden’s nearly $2 trillion infrastructure package calls for doubling down on public housing. Projects are in “disrepair,” the plan rightly observes, with “critical life-safety concerns” and “imminent hazards to residents.” Biden proposes investing $40 billion to clean and green them. This is roughly 14 times the federal government’s current capital spending on public housing agencies, and it’s likely just the beginning.

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer is now demanding at least $80 billion in federal public housing funds. But why stop there: Sen. Bernie Sanders and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez have joined other progressive activists calling for a Green New Deal for Public Housing costing as much as $172 billion — or $230,000 per unit — to retrofit public housing for energy efficiency and greenlight new projects.

Is the public housing we have really the affordable housing we want? This question matters to the 2.2 million residents of more than 1.1 million units of public housing managed by more than 3,000 public housing agencies across the country. The Biden administration’s housing agenda represents an opportunity — not to redo public housing, but to rethink whether it was a good idea in the first place and to consider policies that give lower-income families the kinds of choices that better-off Americans have long enjoyed.

To read full GOVERNING article by Michael Hendrix click here. 

Public Libraries Embrace Emerging Technology

Libraries have long served the role of providing communities with access to important written resources, but patrons are increasingly looking for more than just books.

As community needs evolve, libraries have been forced to evolve alongside, expanding their offerings to include necessary technologies, like Wi-Fi hot spots so people can access the Internet for free. This is often referred to as the “Library of Things,” or LoT.

Libraries in Deerfield, Ill., Concord, Mass., and Altadena, Calif., have expanded their collections to include emerging technologies and other tech tools members of the community can take home.

To read full GOVERNING article by Julia Edinger click here. 

The Works Week

Clean Collaborative Crew - Weekly Report-May 3rd-8th

The Crew of 13 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.

Below is the weekly update on the Clean Collaborative Crew’s actions from May 03, 2021, to May 08, 2021. The crew cleaned approximately 202.31 curb miles and collected 542 bags, 22 Tires, and 76 Other Items for a total weight of 57,580 pounds! Other items include everything from vehicle wreckage to illegally dumped bulky items. The Louisville Downtown Partnership also collected 646 pounds of litter and debris from the Downtown area. The State’s contractor also started a cleanup rotation of the interstates and collected a total weight of 21,740 pounds from April 26 to May 08.

To learn more about the collaborative, track the crews' progress, and find out how you can help, visit: Louisvilleky.gov/CleanLou.

Hope on the Greens; program uses golf to support Veterans

Many veterans find they miss the camaraderie of military life when they leave the service. Some also have physical or psychological challenges to overcome. A study by the Rand Corporation found nearly 20% of Iraq or Afghanistan veterans struggle with post-traumatic stress disorder or depression, and other research has found even higher rates among Vietnam veterans. There is no single answer to dealing with the obstacles many veterans face, but for some Kentucky veterans, one innovative program provides comfort and connection in an unlikely place: The golf course. Click link below to read full article, which features Public Works Solid Waste Supervisor, Greg Mack. https://www.kentuckyliving.com/lifestyle/hope-on-the-greens

We're on a roll! Carts are coming in June!

Households in the Urban Services District that currently recycle using only 18-gallon bins are about to get an upgrade! Grant funding from The Recycling Partnership and the Southeast Recycling Development Council, along with matching funds from the Waste Management District, paid for 28,000 new 95-gallon recycling carts and education and outreach about how and what to recycle.  These recycling carts will help prevent litter and allow for more items to be recycled. And the extra space also allows for every other week recycling/yard waste collection, a cost-saving measure that does not decrease the quality of collection services. Beginning the week of July 12, recycling and yard waste collection will occur on alternating weeks. Use the Recycle Coach app to view your personalized collection calendar and sign up for reminders. Residents should continue to do their part by recycling only accepted materials, including glass bottles and jars, aluminum and steel cans, food and beverage cartons, paper products (including newspapers and flattened cardboard), and empty plastic bottles and containers. Make sure food and drink containers are empty and then place them directly into the recycling cart. To learn more about the new carts, every other week recycling/yard waste collection, and how to recycle right visit Louisvilleky.gov/RecycleMore.  ¡Estamos Transformándonos! ¡Los Carritos de Reciclaje llegan en junio! ¡Los hogares en el Distrito de Servicios Urbanos que actualmente reciclan usando contenedores de 18 galones recibirán nuevo carrito de reciclaje! Los fondos de la subvención de La Sociedad de Reciclaje y el Consejo de Desarrollo de Reciclaje del Sureste, junto con los fondos otorgados del Distrito de Manejo de Desechos, pagaron por 28,000 nuevos carritos de reciclaje de 95 galones y educación y divulgación sobre cómo y qué reciclar. Estos carritos de reciclaje ayudarán a prevenir el riegue de basura y permitirán que se reciclen más artículos. Y el espacio adicional también permite el reciclaje/recolección de desechos de jardín cada dos semanas, una medida de ahorro de costos que no disminuye la calidad de los servicios de recolección. A partir de la semana del 12 de julio, el reciclaje y la recolección de desechos del jardín se llevarán a cabo en semanas alternas. Utilice la aplicación Coach de Reciclaje para ver su calendario de colección personalizado y registrarse para recibir recordatorios. Los residentes deben continuar haciendo su parte reciclando solo materiales aceptados, incluidas botellas y frascos de vidrio, latas de aluminio y acero, cartones de alimentos y bebidas, productos de papel (incluidos periódicos y cartón aplanado) y botellas y contenedores de plástico vacíos. Asegúrese de que los contenedores de alimentos y bebidas estén vacíos y luego colóquelos directamente en el carrito de reciclaje. Para obtener más información sobre los nuevos carros, el reciclaje cada dos semanas/la recolección de desechos del jardín y cómo reciclar correctamente, visite Louisvilleky.gov/RecycleMore.

Solid Waste Education & Outreach

The Solid Waste Education team attended their first in-person outreach event of 2021 with the help of recently trained Know Waste Ambassadors! The Beechmont neighborhood's Festival of Flowers was the perfect place to teach residents about backyard composting and promote the Compost Bin and Rain Barrel Sale.  To request a solid waste presentation or to invite the team to attend an event, use this Outreach Request Form. Presentations can be

Paving Week & Road Work - May 17

Below is the list of Louisville Metro Public Works paving projects scheduled for the week of May 17, 2021. The schedule is subject to change due to weather and/or operational factors. N. Bayly Ave. from Frankfort Ave. to Hollywood Ter. N. Jane St. from Brownsboro Rd. to Frankfort Ave. N. Clifton Ave. from Brownsboro Rd. to Sycamore Ave. Stonebreaker Rd. from dead end to dead end Glenhope Dr. from Black Iron Rd. to break south of Stonebreaker Rd. Mockingbird Gardens Dr from Winterleaf Dr to dead end Coralberry Rd. from dead end to dead end Pepperbush Rd. from dead end to dead end Waterleaf Ct. from Waterleaf Way to dead end Waterleaf Way from Mockingbird Gardens Dr. to dead end Winterberry Cir. from Mockingbird Gardens Dr. to Mockingbird Gardens Dr. Evanwood Dr., Independence School Rd., Brook Chase Ct., and English Meadows Dr.

Pets of the Week

Dog of the Week: Ludo is a fun, fearless companion and a huge giver of hugs and kisses. The 3-year-old Pit Bull mix loves going on adventures, especially if the destination is the park where he can see his favorite things – anything that rolls, including bikes, scooters and strollers. Ludo is an active dog so he’d be a good running or cycling buddy. He likes treats but prefers his rewards to be paid in head and belly rubs. Ludo's adoption fee is waived for an approved adopter thanks to the Pay It Forward Program. Ludo weighs 64lbs. He's already neutered, microchipped & vaccinated. Child, dog and cat testing are available by request. Send questions about Ludo to animalservicesadoption@louisvilleky.gov. Meet Ludo at Animal House Adoption Center (3528 Newburg Road), open from 12-6pm daily, walk-ins welcome!

Pit Bulls are the most overbred dog in Louisville and make up the majority of the shelter populations The Kentucky Humane Society spays/neuter Pit Bulls & bully mixes for FREE at their S.N.I.P. clinic.

PSA: Jefferson County residents are eligible to receive a free spay/neuter voucher from Louisville Metro Animal Services. The $100 voucher can be redeemed at local veterinary offices and hospitals. To get a voucher, visit the LMAS Shelter located at 3528 Newburg Road from 12-6pm, Monday – Saturday. Spay/neuter vouchers are limited to one per household. You will need to present a valid photo ID, proof of residency and provide contact information. To request a voucher by email or for further assistance, contact animals@louisvilleky.gov.

Police Reports This Week

Crime Mapping

First Division

Matthew Meagher 416 N 29th Street Louisville, KY 40212

Second 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.

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. 4th Division Weekly Crime Summary

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.

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