HAPPY JUNETEENTH
Dear Neighbor,
We hope you and your family are enjoying the summer weather and taking advantage of places that are safely re-opening. If you haven't gotten your COVID-19 vaccine yet, please consider doing so as soon as possible. You could even win $1 Million for doing so. There are numerous places ready to administer your free shot of hope - with little or no waiting.
This weekend we mark Juneteenth, our newest federal holiday. On June 19th 1865, Gen. Gordon Granger proclaimed (and began enforcing) the emancipation of slaves in Texas, the most remote of the confederate states. People there saw the news as cause for celebration, and to some that day is the true end of the American Civil War.
We hope you will take a moment to celebrate that march toward freedom with us.
Have a good weekend,
 Brent T. Ackerson
26th District Councilman
 Juneteenth is the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States. On June 19, 1865, a Union General rode into Galveston, Texas to announce that the Civil War had ended, and slaves had been freed.
The Senate unanimously passed a resolution on Tuesday establishing June 19 as Juneteenth National Independence Day, a US holiday commemorating the end of slavery in the United States.
For more information about the Louisville celebration, click here.
The Louisville Zoo is celebrating Father’s Day with free admission to the Zoo for dads on Ford’s Father’s Day, June 20, 2021. Families can bring dad out to see the Zoo’s newest dad — gray seal Boone, father of seal pup Finsbay.
Kids can bring dad to the Zoo’s admission windows to receive his free ticket thanks to Ford Motor Company. No advanced reservation is required.
Louisville Zoo hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (enjoy until 6 p.m.) through September 19.
Thanks to the generosity of local businesses, community organizations, and residents, hundreds of electric fans have been collected to provide heat relief for older adults and people with disabilities.
The Fan Fair giveaway qualifications and guidelines are as follows:
- Person 60 years of age or older
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Or documentation verified by a physician of a disability
- Resident of Jefferson, Oldham, Henry, Shelby, Spencer, Trimble or Bullitt Counties
- Proof of address and age
- One fan per household
- Household must not have functional central air conditioning
Beginning Wednesday, June 16, qualified individuals may call one of the sites below for more information and instruction on how to receive a fan. Distribution of fans will begin on Monday, June 21. Appointments are required in advance. The locations include:
- First Neighborhood Place (40219); 502-313-4700
- Cane Run Neighborhood Place (40216); 502-485-6810
- South Central Neighborhood Place (40215); 502-485-7130
- Ujima Neighborhood Place (40211); 502-485-6710
- South Jefferson Neighborhood Place (40258); 502-363-1424
- Bridges of Hope Neighborhood Place (40210); 502-634-6050
- KIPDA (40299); 502-266-5571
- Tri-County Community Action Agency (Henry County, Oldham, Trimble Counties): 502-222-1349
- Multi-Purpose Community Action Agency (Bullitt, Shelby, Spencer Counties): 502-633-7162
Team Kentucky’s Shot At A Million provides a great incentive to Kentuckians to get their shot of hope: a COVID-19 vaccine! The drawings also raise awareness of how Kentuckians can obtain an appointment for one of the safe and effective vaccines.
Permanent residents of Kentucky who have received at least the first dose of the Pfizer or Moderna COVID-19 vaccines or the one dose of the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine are eligible. Permanent residents of Kentucky are eligible even if they received the vaccine in a different state.
Entry into the drawing must be completed at here. Entry requires your name, birthdate, email address, phone number, home address and the name and location of the place that provided you with the vaccine. Entry also requires agreement to the official rules of the drawing and agreement to allow the Kentucky Department for Public Health to verify your vaccination information.
Read the FAQs
To enter, you must have received at least the first dose of the Pfizer or Moderna COVID-19 vaccines or the one-dose Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine, and provide the location where you received your vaccination.
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12 to 17 years of age
Kentuckians 12 to 17 years of age, who have received at least their first dose of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccination, may enter for a chance to win one of fifteen, full scholarships, including room-and-board, tuition, and books, to any Kentucky public college, university, technical or trade school.
Enter Now
18 years of age and older
Kentuckians 18 years of age and older, who have received at least their first COVID-19 vaccination if receiving the Pfizer or Moderna vaccines or one dose if receiving the Johnson & Johnson vaccine, have a chance to win one of three $1 million prizes.
Enter Now
The winners will be announced publicly by Gov. Andy Beshear and at shotatamillion.ky.gov. on the following announcement dates:
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| Friday, July 2, 2021 |
| Friday, July 30, 2021 |
| Friday, August 27, 2021 |
The Metro plan to move yard waste collection in the Urban Services District to every other week has been scrapped. Yard waste will continue to be collected weekly!
Recycling collection will begin a bi-weekly schedule the week of July 12.
Pop-Up Drop-Offs are free recycling and large item disposal events for residents of Jefferson County. Through a partnership between the Department of Public Works, the Waste Management District, and Metro Council, these events are held monthly, March through November, at various locations.
The May event is scheduled for Saturday, May 22, from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. at Eastern High School, 12400 Old Shelbyville Road.
Residents can have documents shredded, recycle electronics, tires, and scrap metal, dispose of prescription medication and bulky items, and compost yard debris. Items must be separated into those various categories for easy off-loading at each area. Limitations and guidelines are found at Louisvilleky.gov/PopUps.
The goal is to give all Jefferson County residents opportunities to dispose of unwanted items properly and to keep as much material out of the landfill as possible.
Future events will be announced and are posted on the Recycle Coach app calendar.
You can also recycle up to three electronic devices, up to four tires, and dispose of up to three large household items for free, year-round at the Waste Reduction Center at 636 Meriwether Avenue.
Watch this video to learn more about the Pop-Up Drop-Off events!
Households that currently recycle using an 18-gallon bin or their own container will receive a free 95-gallon recycling cart. Cart delivery begins June 1. (The new carts have blue lids, as a first step to move Louisville to the blue color associated with recycling in most of the country.)
If you had previously purchased a larger 95-gallon recycling cart with an orange lid, you will continue using that cart for bi-weekly recycling. If needed, you can supplement that with a store-bought container as long as it is 30-40 gallons, has handles, and has a lid. You can also purchase another 95-gallon cart.
Q: What will happen to the old 18-gallon recycling bins?
A: Residents are welcome to keep the bins for other household uses or additional storage. Otherwise, they can be dropped off at the following locations to be reused or recycled if not usable:
- Waste Reduction Center, 636 Meriwether Avenue
- Full-Service Recycling Drop-Off Locations: 595 N Hubbards Lane, 7219 Dixie Highway, or 7201 Outer Loop
Q: How will I know when it’s a recycling week?
A: Every other week recycling will begin the week July 12. The best way is to keep up with the waste collection schedule is to use the Recycle Coach app.
Learn more about recycling in the USD and please see frequently asked questions and answers about the changes at this link.
YARD WASTE COLLECTION DATE CHANGE: Effective immediately, yard waste collection for everyone who normally gets Friday service will occur on Saturdays. This is a temporary change due to constraints on current staff. We’ll let you know in the eNews or on social media if and when that changes.
There have been some changes in Driver’s Licenses in Kentucky and a mail-in renewal option ends on June 30. Here are some updates:
- The Mail-In Renewal option (which began last year in response to COVID) will sunset on June 30, 2021. Those needing a regular license renewal and who meet the applicable criteria are encouraged to take advantage of this option. https://www.drivejefferson.com/mail-in-renewal/
- The federal government has extended the Real ID enforcement deadline until May 3, 2023.
Did you know you can visit ANY Driver Licensing Regional
Louisville Metro Office of Resilience and Community Services is now taking applications for an added Spring Subsidy program for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). Applications will be accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis through June 30, 2021, or until designated funds are depleted.
Residents wishing to apply must schedule an appointment utilizing the automated appointment scheduler at 502/991-8391 or visit www.louisvilleky.cascheduler.com.
Applicants must be residents of Jefferson County with a household income at or below 150 percent of the federal poverty guidelines. The benefit amount awarded is based on a household’s income and primary fuel type. Benefits are paid directly to the utility vendor, LG&E.
For the Subsidy Component, residents can apply regardless of the status of their utility bills; it is not necessary to have a past-due amount.
Currently, all LIHEAP offices remain closed to walk-in clients in accordance with CDC guidelines, therefore applicants will be requested to drop off all required documentation in a secured drop box at the LIHEAP office selected using the appointment system.
Note: Residents who were served during the recent LIHEAP Crisis Phase may still apply during LIHEAP Subsidy if they meet program eligibility requirements.
For more information including an income guideline chart, visit here. For a downloadable flyer, click here.
School's Out Summer Camp starts Monday
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Don't miss out on one of Louisville's best summer camp experiences! At Kentucky Science Center, campers are encouraged to play, tinker, and investigate the world around them, with plenty of time each day to explore their favorite science center. Kids love the challenging activities and cool themes, and parents love the extended drop-off and pick-up windows available at no extra charge. There's still time to secure your camper's spot, but don't delay! Weeks are selling out fast. This year's themes include:
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- Kaboom!
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- Chemistry Quest
- Hollywood Special FX
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NEW: Into the Upside Down
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- Variety of LEGO® Camps
- Coders
- Medical Mysteries
- SOLD OUT
- Makers
- Pokémon Science
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St. Mathews Area Ministries is seeking volunteers for the following areas:
- Fundraising/Special Events
- Home Delivery Drivers - Substitutes
- Food Pantry Substitutes:
Monday, Tuesday and Thursday - various options between 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
If you can help, please email Suzanne DeGregorio our Volunteer Coordinator, suzannedegregorio@stmam.com. If you are interested in finding out more about St. MAM, volunteer orientations will be held after 3 days of volunteerism/shadowing.
Do you know a hard worker with customer service experience looking for a fun summer & fall job? The Belle of Louisville Riverboats are hiring for deck hands, bar & concessions staff & ticket sales. Go to https://belleoflouisville.org to apply!
ABC License Application Notice
We are in and out of the office more these days, but are still restricted as far as in-person meetings and communications. Please contact us at the emails listed in the above-left column or by phone at (502) 574-1126 with any questions or concerns. Thank you. |
