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COUNCILWOMAN DR. BARBARA SHANKLIN
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Dr. Barbara Shanklin District 2 Councilwoman 601 West Jefferson Street City Hall, 1st Floor Louisville, KY 40202 (502) 574-1102 Barbara.Shanklin@louisvilleky.gov
Caleb Howard Legislative Assistant (502) 574-2787 Caleb.Howard@louisvilleky.gov
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Latest News from Gov. Beshear and the Commonwealth of Kentucky
Gov. Beshear Highlights Economic Development, Infrastructure, Education Projects - Building a Better Kentucky
Governor also discusses potential long-term immunity provided by some COVID-19 vaccines
FRANKFORT, KY (July 1, 2021) – On Thursday, Gov. Andy Beshear highlighted projects creating jobs, improving infrastructure and supporting education across the commonwealth during his weekly Team Kentucky update.
The recent announcements follow through on the Governor’s commitment to build a better Kentucky and create opportunities for families in every community.
“Our themes for today are jobs, infrastructure, health and education,” Gov. Beshear said. “We’re also going to focus on some really good news that came out about COVID-19 immunity after receiving a vaccine and how long it may last.”
The Governor discussed grants for small businesses, funds for educational support services, discretionary road funding and the unveiling of the Team Kentucky Gallery. He also provided Kentuckians with an update on the state’s vaccination efforts.
Grants for Small Businesses and Economic Development Gov. Beshear recognized two exciting economic development projects that will help Kentucky continue to sprint out of the pandemic.
The Governor announced that nine tech-based businesses will receive a total of $900,000 in state funds through the commonwealth's nationally recognized Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Matching Funds Program, which supports high-paying jobs and tech development in Kentucky. The matching grants will complement $4.77 million in federal SBIR/STTR funding the businesses will collectively receive. For more information, see the full release.
Additionally, third-party logistics provider Conner Logistics Inc. plans to relocate its corporate headquarters from California to Kentucky with an initial investment of $1.3 million. The project will create 20 full-time, Kentucky-resident jobs in Pulaski County. For more information, see the full release.
GEER II Funding for Educational Support Services Gov. Beshear and Lt. Gov. Jacqueline Coleman today awarded $15 million in grants to 150 local Family Resource and Youth Services Centers (FRYSCs) from the second round of the Governor’s Emergency Education Relief Fund 2 (GEER II). The GEER II grants will fund educational support services needed due to COVID-19’s impact on schools, youth and families, with a focus on early childhood education and child care, as well as family crisis and mental health counseling. Local FRYSCs applied for a maximum allocation of $100,000. To learn more, see the full release.
$11.8 Million in Transportation Funding to Local Governments for Street, Road Projects Today, Gov. Beshear announced more than $11.8 million in discretionary transportation funding to help dozens of local governments make street and road repairs and improvements for the betterment of their communities. The funding from the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet will support 177 projects that include resurfacing, patching and sealing, storm drain work, slip repair and in one case, a connector road for economic development. To learn more, see the full release.
“One way we build a better Kentucky is by making our streets and roads better,” said Gov. Beshear. “This funding enables 46 cities and counties to upgrade pavements and improve local transportation infrastructure, which will directly benefit Kentuckians in these communities.”
Vaccinations and Shot at a Million Update Gov. Beshear also updated Kentuckians on COVID-19 vaccinations and immunity. The Governor said research suggests the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines may offer immunity from COVID-19 for multiple years. He also said that this week the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reaffirmed that vaccinated people in the U.S. do not need to wear face coverings in most situations.
On Thursday, Eric Friedlander, secretary of the Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services, joined Gov. Beshear to provide an update on the state’s vaccination efforts. To date, 2.19 million Kentuckians have received at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine.
“The COVID-19 vaccines are scientific miracles,” Secretary Friedlander said. “If we get vaccinated, we drive down case rates and we drive down hospitalization rates. This is the most effective thing you can do. Get vaccinated.”
Secretary Friedlander also updated Kentuckians on the Shot at a Million sweepstakes, the state’s incentive program to encourage Kentuckians to get vaccinated against COVID-19. He said the first drawing will occur today, and the first winners will be announced Friday. Kentuckians can still get vaccinated and enter for the final two drawings scheduled for July 29 and Aug. 26 with opportunities each time to win $1 million or for youth to win one of five full scholarships to fund higher education. Learn more and sign up at shotatamillion.ky.gov.
Team Kentucky Gallery Gov. Beshear and First Lady Britainy Beshear on Thursday unveiled the Team Kentucky Gallery. The Beshears noted that the Capitol, “the people’s house,” is the best place to showcase the artistic talents of Kentuckians and to provide a voice for them as represented through art.
The selected artworks will remain on display for a six-month rotation in the Capitol and, eventually, on a Team KentuckyDigital Art Gallery with each artist’s contact information. After the rotation, artworks will be returned to the artists. The first rotation runs from July 1 to Dec. 31, 2021.
Team Kentucky All-Stars Finally, the Governor thanked Team Kentucky All-Stars who are making a difference in their communities and representing the commonwealth on an international stage.
He thanked high school students Jacqueline Teague and Amelie Beck, of Louisville, who are co-founders of VaxConnectKY.
Through VaxConnectKY, they’ve assisted nearly 1,000 senior citizens in Kentucky with signing up for COVID-19 vaccination appointments. In addition, they helped plan a vaccine clinic for their school and are using their platform to encourage other students their age to sign up for a safe and effective COVID-19 vaccine. VaxConnectKY was recently recognized by Scientific American and Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, when Teague won the Diana Award named after Princess Diana.
“You’re showing us that the next generation of Kentuckians isn’t waiting for their turn to lead, they’re leading right now,” said Gov. Beshear.
The Governor also congratulated nearly 30 Kentuckians or Kentucky alumni who will compete in this year’s Summer Olympic Games in Tokyo in fencing, field hockey, rifle events, softball, swimming, track and field, basketball, golf and Paralympic hand cycling.
Lt. Gov. Coleman said those athletes include Kentucky women making history. For example, former University of Kentucky (UK) track-star Sydney McLaughlin had a world-record performance when she qualified for the Tokyo Olympics, becoming the first woman in history to run the 400-meter hurdles in under 52 seconds. Keni Harrison, also a former UK star, dominated the women’s 100-meter hurdles race as she qualified for the Tokyo Olympics. These two Team Kentucky women have both run the fastest races ever in their hurdle disciplines.
COVID-19 Vaccinations - More Information To see all vaccination sites and free transportation options to and from vaccination appointments, visit vaccine.ky.gov. To see a list of vaccination sites that have openings this week, visit vaccinemap.ky.gov. If Kentuckians have questions, they should call the state’s COVID-19 Vaccine Hotline, 855-598-2246 or TTY 855-326-4654 (for deaf or hard-of-hearing Kentuckians).
For detailed information on COVID-19 vaccinations and more, visit kycovid19.ky.gov.
Latest News from Mayor Fischer and the City of Louisville
Mayor Fischer, other city leaders outline whole-of-government approach to public safety
Mayor: ‘Our city budget quadruples our investment in violence prevention and capacity-building programs’
LOUISVILLE, KY (June 29, 2021) – Mayor Greg Fischer today joined LMPD Police Chief Erika Shields, Office for Safe and Healthy Neighborhoods (OSHN) Director Dr. Monique Williams and Director of Emergency Services Jody Meiman to highlight Louisville Metro Government plans to reimagine public safety with an emphasis on the whole-of-government and whole-of-city approach.
“We as a government – and as a society – have to work together to create the conditions necessary for public safety in every neighborhood,” the Mayor said, adding that, “as was underscored in the protests we’ve seen in the wake of the deaths of Breonna Taylor, George Floyd and too many others,” police reform is a key step, necessary to build public trust.
And over the past several months, he said, the city has quickly responded with stringent measures including banning no-knock warrants, expanding rules on body cameras and an officer’s duty to intervene. In addition, an independent Civilian Review and Accountability Board is working to select the right candidate to lead the Office of Inspector General.
Police reform
The Mayor noted that Chief Shields and her team are implementing recommendations from Hilliard Heintze’s top-to-bottom review of LMPD by taking a deeper dive into how to create equitable policing, which includes police training and how officers engage with the public.
Furthering those goals, the city’s $1.04 billion for FY22 includes $550,000 for the Group Violence Intervention initiative, launched late last year to divert people from the path of gun violence, incarceration and tragedy; as well as $500,000 for Reimage, a collaboration with KentuckianaWorks that is helping to break the cycle of incarceration and recidivism by connecting justice-involved youth to education, training and careers in key fields such as IT, manufacturing, construction and more; and $600,000 for a new “reconciliation” program to build on the city’s work to improve relationships between Louisville Metro Police and the larger community they are sworn to serve and protect.
Chief Shields detailed some of her plans to help attract and retain quality officers and addressed how the budget’s investments will enhance violence prevention efforts.
“Reducing gun violence is our No. 1 priority, and it is going to take all of us to do that,” the Chief said. “We are examining progressive response models in the interruption of the cycle of violence in at-risk populations. Once identified, we are engaging in community outreach with government partners, like OSHN, and facilitating better pathways and resources for these individuals.”
Violence Prevention and Capacity-building Programs
The Mayor noted that the budget also supports his goal of thinking broadly in creating a safe city with fewer arrests and less incarceration for non-violent offenses, including investments in deflection and diversion, as well as community mobilization, prevention, intervention, organizational change, and re-entry.
“Our city budget quadruples our investment in violence prevention and capacity-building programs from $5 million to $19 million – including critical work overseen by our Office for Safe and Healthy Neighborhoods,” the Mayor said.
Dr. Williams said the upcoming budget will help address strategies for violence prevention and intervention, and some of the funding for OSHN will support strategic outreach with peer support and mentorship, job training, conflict mediation and relocation away from dangerous situations.
“We know from decades of research, that the most effective way to address this kind of violence is through a comprehensive community-based strategy that is based on a ‘whole of government’ approach,” said Dr. Williams. “That means providing resources to address critical social problems, like police-community relations, access to housing, access to gainful employment, food security, the built environment of certain communities, transportation, and healthcare – all things that fall under the prevention category.”
OSHN also plans to fund a community health development (CHD) approach that will assist violence prevention ambassadors in developing and implementing community-driven frameworks for violence prevention. The approach will entail partnership-building and assessment of current activities and existing resources.
“We need strategies that deal with policies, practices, and norms that create an environment that accepts or condones violence or inequity,” said Dr. Williams. “And we need a solid re-entry system that supports the needs of those coming out of the criminal justice system to lessen the likelihood of re-offending.”
Diversion efforts
Mayor Fischer noted that the FY22 budget also invests nearly $5 million in deflection and diversion programs, “recognizing that some situations are best served by a social service response, particularly when dealing with people struggling with homelessness, mental health challenges or substance use.”
Director Meiman said those programs include a nurse triage effort within the city’s 911 center, and a pilot program still being developed by a partnership including the University of Louisville, Seven Counties Services and Spalding University.
In closing, the Mayor again thanked the Metro Council, President David James, Budget Chair Bill Hollander and Vice Chair Kevin Kramer for their partnership on the budget. He also said the success requires the combined efforts of social workers, nurses, community center staff, librarians, workforce trainers and police officers – along with business leaders, community activists, faith leaders and elected officials.
“We have the rare combination of will and resources to make unprecedented progress to address overlapping generational challenges of racial justice, equity and public safety,” the Mayor said. “Let’s work together to take advantage of this moment – to create the safe and equitable city we all deserve. That’s the goal we’re working toward every day at Metro Government.”
Mayor thanks Council for partnering on FY22 budget focused on beating COVID-19 and accelerating the city’s economic recovery with emphasis on equity, reimagining public safety
Quadruples investment in violence prevention
Provides for up to $10 million for new West End Louisville Partnership; $10 million to Affordable Housing Trust Fund; $3 million in down payment assistance; and $3 million for Evolve502 promise scholarships
Provides over $55 million for paving, sidewalk repairs and other infrastructure needs
Permanently ends fines at all Louisville Free Public Libraries
LOUISVILLE, KY (June 24, 2021) – Mayor Greg Fischer thanked the Louisville Metro Council for its partnership in approving a $1.04 billion budget for the upcoming Fiscal Year 2022 that is focused on making Louisville more equitable, reimagining public safety and rebuilding the city’s economy post-COVID.
“I appreciate the cooperative Council process to help us realize those goals, and am especially appreciative of the partnership with President David James, Budget Chair Bill Hollander, Vice Chair Kevin Kramer and the rest of the budget committee,” the Mayor said after the Council vote tonight.
“As our city regains the economic momentum we had before the pandemic, the budget approved tonight provides a roadmap into the promising and exciting next stage of our city’s history – one based in greater equity and justice,” he said.
Among the highlights of the budget approved by Metro Council last night:
Funds for the new Civilian Review and Accountability Board and Office of Inspector General and efforts to diversify hiring in public safety agencies.
Quadruples the city’s investment in violence prevention and capacity-building programs, from $5 million to $19 million, presenting a new “whole of government” approach to public safety, including nearly $5 million in new deflection and diversion programs.
$2.7 million in Small Business Assistance, $1.5 million in the METCO loan program, and $1.3 million to the Future of Work Initiative with Microsoft, which includes anticipated grant funding.
An initial $5 million in seed funding for the new West End Louisville Partnership, and a commitment for up to $5 million more on June 22, 2022, if $10 million is raised from private sources, triggering a state match of $10 million. The Partnership is a 20-year Tax Increment Financing District that will allow west Louisville residents to control a new source of funding for neighborhood projects.
$10 million in the Affordable Housing Trust Fund and $3 million in down payment assistance, to help address income and wealth gaps between majority and minority communities by helping more Louisville families become homeowners.
$6.5 million in housing and support services through the Office of Resilience and Community Services, including External Agency and Emergency Solutions Grant funds; around $1 million to house homeless people struggling with AIDS, and another $200,000 for Housing Connection funding to Neighborhood Place for helping people experiencing homelessness. That’s in addition to the $1.7 million directed toward Homeless and Housing Services as part of the midyear budget adjustment in January, and $11 million from the S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s HOME Investment Partnerships Program that the city will use to create more affordable housing options and services for people who are homeless or at risk.
$3 million for Evolve502, and $1 million for SummerWorks, which, along with the Future of Work initiative, are meant to provide more pathways to opportunity, especially for the city’s youth.
Over $55 million in paving and sidewalk repairs, and funds to expand efforts like the Clean Collaborative, which is helping revitalize city roadways and neighborhoods, along with graffiti removal and the upkeep of vacant lots.
Also as part of this budget, the Louisville Free Public Library will stop collecting fines for overdue books and materials, citing information that shows young people and communities of color are hurt the most by the fines, left unable to utilize a critical resource.
When presenting his budget to Council in April, the Mayor noted the city is seeing positive economic signs – including an uptick in tourism and investment. But to be successful, he said, the city must invest to ensure its core business clusters thrive; that workforce skills align with the digital economy; and we improve the economic prospects for all residents, which means addressing that “while talent and potential are spread evenly throughout our city, opportunity and access are not.”
This budget does that, the Mayor said, in alignment with Build Back Better, Together, the city’s framework for creating an equitable recovery from the pandemic, including an economic ecosystem that builds, supports and encourages Black and Brown businesses and business owners, workers and communities.
To that end, the budget approved today includes $250,000 for the city’s new Equity in Procurement Task Force, which is working to close the community’s wealth gap by supporting Black-owned and Minority, Women and Disabled-owned Business Enterprises through supplier diversity initiatives, as well as investments in the Minority Business Incubator; and a new Louisville Forward staff position to focus specifically on business development in west Louisville.
The budget approved today also supports Mayor Fischer’s goal of thinking more broadly about how to create a safe city with fewer arrests and less incarceration for non-violent offenses, including investments in deflection and diversion, as well as community mobilization, prevention, intervention, organizational change, and re-entry.
“This budget makes significant investments in public safety, ranging from salary increases necessary to recruit and retain good police and corrections officers, to the very important violence prevention work being done throughout Louisville Metro Government, including our Office for Safe and Healthy Neighborhoods,” said the Mayor, describing that as a “whole of government” and “whole of city” approach to public safety.
That includes $550,000 for the Group Violence Intervention initiative, launched late last year to divert people from the path of gun violence, incarceration and tragedy; as well as $500,000 for Reimage, a collaboration with KentuckianaWorks that’s helping to break the cycle of incarceration and recidivism by connecting justice-involved youth to education, training and careers in key fields such as IT, manufacturing, construction and more; and $600,000 for a new “reconciliation” program to build on the city’s work to improve relationships between Louisville Metro Police and the larger community they are sworn to serve and protect.
The Mayor said he appreciated the Council additions for infrastructure, Neighborhood Place and the library system, as well as its decision to pool the $1 million for council-designated priorities to fund programs run by community partners like Goodwill Industries, Volunteers of America, Family and Children's Place, the Center for Women and Families, and Catholic Charities.
“So many of the successes we’ve realized over the past 11 years have been built on partnerships, and I am thrilled to see these new initiatives funded,” the Mayor said. “Partnerships like those, and the partnership between my office and Metro Council – That’s how we move forward as a city.”
Louisville Metro Council News
Louisville Metro Council gives approval to FY 2021- 2022 Capital and Operating Budgets
Investments made in public safety, human services, libraries, roads and sidewalks, deferred maintenance, and Louisville facilities
LOUISVILLE, KY (June 24, 2021) – The Louisville Metro Council has approved the FY 2021- 2022 Capital Operating Budgets for Louisville Metro Government. The Capital Budget was approved by a vote of 25 to 1. The Operating Budget was approved by a vote of 24 to 2.
To see highlights of the approved FY 2021- 2022 Capital and Operating Budgets, click here!
These Metro Council members have issued the following statements following the passage of the two budgets:
“Chairman Hollander and Vice Chair Kramer did a fantastic job with the entire Budget Committee on producing a good budget that focuses on Public Safety and Capital Infrastructure. Higher than anticipated revenue and the assistance of The Biden Administrations America Rescue Plan Funding helped make it all possible.”
President David James, District 6
“This $1 billion budget – the largest in Metro’s history - makes significant new investments in public safety, both in compensation for police and other public safety employees, which is critical to hiring and retaining quality forces, and in violence prevention initiatives, including the Office for Safe and Healthy Neighborhoods and Group Violence Intervention. The amendment also makes major investments in libraries and adds to the already significant proposal for road and sidewalk improvements and for addressing deferred maintenance in Metro facilities. We have many human needs in Louisville, some of which have increased in the pandemic. I’m particularly pleased that Council members recognized the need to invest a fund reserved for “Council-designated priorities” in a variety of human services across the community, funding Goodwill’s “Another Way” program for unhoused individuals, increasing funding for a shelter for families who become homeless, and increasing funding for other programs serving women, children and families.”
Bill Hollander, District 9, Chair of the Budget Committee.
“This budget invests in what works and seeks to fix what is broken. We focused on spending tax dollars to invest in our safety officers, health care workers and our facilities. I am hopeful that our decision to begin to address deferred maintenance in our parks, libraries, buildings and rights of way will remain in future budgets just as our support for improving our roads has remained for the past six budgets. I thank Councilman Hollander for his leadership throughout the budget process and believe this budget represents the views of all areas of the community.”
Kevin Kramer District 11 Budget Committee Vice Chair.
“It’s been said that the budget is the statement about our priorities and I think this budget shows that we are ‘all in’ on addressing the violent crime problem in our city. From more money for better policing, upstream prevention efforts via OSHN and root cause investments in housing, employment and mental health services, we are taking an all of the above approach to solving the problem. It’s also important to remember that this is only the first of many investments in our community as we also will make significant investments via the American Rescue Plan.”
Markus Winkler, District 17, Chair of the Democratic Caucus
“The Metro Council started with the Mayor’s budget proposal in April and has found a way to improve support for police and public safety officers through increased funding for officer salaries, training as well as equipment and facilities. The Metro Council’s budget reduces our dependence on debt while also starting a process of fixing government assets and reopening libraries, like the Portland, Parkland, Fern Creek and Middletown Libraries.”
Anthony Piagentini, District 19, Chair of the Minority Caucus
“I am ENCOURAGED by the $5000,000 for the Parkland Library IN THIS YEAR’S BUGET. With the community’s support, we have been working for some time to revitalize the Parkland neighborhood. Reopening this historic library is critical to fully revitalizing the Parkland neighborhood. We are one step closer to making this a reality. YET, MORE RESOURCES ARE STILL NEEDED. We will be closely watching the federal monies that are coming into our community and are hopeful that we will SOON have the resources to fully fund and operate the library. Thank you so much to all the neighborhood groups, residents, partners, and Friends of the Parkland Library who continue to push this project forward.”
Jessica Green, District 1
“I would have liked to see, and will continue to fight for, more spending outside the Watterson Expressway. This budget does however fully fund law enforcement and sets us on a path to rebuilding our police department and making people feel safe again.”
Mark Fox, District 13
“This budget fixes what we own and demands results for programs that operate under our watch. I am thankful that we will see investment in public safety, fixing our parks, improving libraries and continuing our dedication to funding paving in a way that meets our ten-year goal.”
Scott Reed, District 16
“The budget process involves months of listening, learning, and prioritization required for achieving majority support amongst 26 different Council members and the passage of a budget. Saying no to something is easy, voting yes to a budget that reflects so many different needs across Metro, is hard. It requires having leadership with the ability to create a process allowing for everyone’s voice to be heard, understanding comprehensive needs across Metro, and the ability to build consensus. Council member Hollander’s leadership warrants recognition by doing just that and was invaluable in the process. As Chair of the Public Works Committee, this budget reflects some long overdue infrastructure investments needed for strengthening both our social fabric and built environment.”
Nicole George, District 21
“I am a proud supporter of the work achieved as a result of this year’s budget process. This budget invests in safety and addresses the growing needs of the community. I am especially thankful for the commitment of $1 million towards the construction of a new Library for Fern Creek as well as millions more dedicated to improving access to our overall library system.”
Robin Engel, District 22
"I am proud of this year's budget and believe it will help our city address some of the toughest problems we face. We have prioritized public safety throughout our community by fully funding traditional policing and incorporating modern strategies to address crime before it happens. I have personally focused on our community's infrastructure, with significant neighborhood pavings and a new sidewalk construction along St. Anthony's Church Road to improve mobility and safety for pedestrians and motorists. I look forward to working with the executive to ensure these dollars are utilized appropriately and help us tackle other issues such as homelessness, panhandling, economic recovery, public health, and recreation."
Amy Holton Stewart, District 25
ORCS News
City’s Office of Resilience and Community Services and Neighborhood Place are open for face-to-face services
Appointments required in advance for Eviction Prevention, LIHEAP and more
LOUISVILLE, KY (June 16, 2021) - Louisville Metro Office of Resilience and Community Services and Neighborhood Place locations are now open to the public for face-to-face appointments.
The offices were temporarily closed for walk-in clients more than a year in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, but remained open for staff to fill essential functions, with some staff working remotely. Following the new COVID-19 guidelines from the CDC and in alignment with Governor Beshear’s rescinded mandates, the facilities are now open for in-person client meetings.
“During the pandemic, our employees never stopped working for our residents. Our role in delivering essential services has been and continues to be greater than ever before,” said Tameka Laird, director of the city’s Office of Resilience and Community Services (RCS). “I am grateful to our staff’s resilience and flexibility to do whatever was needed to serve our city during one of the worst crises we’ve ever faced. We look forward to transitioning back to normal operations.”
In order to continue to meet the need of high-volume programs, including Eviction Prevention assistance and LIHEAP (Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program), appointments will be required in advance for some services. See guidelines below.
Neighborhood Place
All seven Neighborhood Place locations are open to serve residents Monday - Friday, from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. by appointment only. To find a Neighborhood Place in their area, residents may call Metro311 at 311 or 574-5000, or visit https://louisvilleky.gov/government/neighborhood-place.
Neighborhood Place partner agencies will continue to offer a mix of drop-off and remote services in addition to in-person services, by appointment. See below:
To schedule an appointment for Eviction Prevention assistance, call 502/308-3344 or visit louisvilleky.gov/NeighborhoodPlace starting Monday, June 28.
For financial assistance administered by RCS (including food, transportation, childcare), contact the Neighborhood Place nearest you.
For SNAP Food Benefits (food stamps), Medicaid, Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (KTAP/TANF), and Child Protective Services administered by the State’s Cabinet for Health and Family Services’ (CHFS) Department of Community Based Services (DCBS), call 1-855-306-8959.
For Home Visitation administered by Healthy Start, call 574-6661.
For Truancy Diversion administered by Jefferson County Public Schools (JCPS), call 313-HELP.
Neighborhood Place clients may be asked to wait in their vehicles to ensure adequate spacing in the waiting rooms. Guest/clients visiting Neighborhood Place are encouraged to follow the mask guidelines from the CDC and Governor Beshear in accordance with their health and vaccination status. While Kentucky’s statewide mask mandate has been lifted, employees may still choose to wear face coverings as this is a personal preference.
Senior Nutrition/Meals on Wheels
The city’s Meals on Wheels continues to operate delivering to more than 1240 homebound senior clients once per week with a five-frozen meal pack until daily, meal delivery can resume.
Louisville’s senior congregate meal sites, which provide a nutritious lunch, socialization and activities for residents age 60 and over will begin reopening in stages by the end of the month.
“We all look forward to being able to get back together, and we are excited to provide these nutritious meals on site to our seniors,” said Marvita Starks, program manager for the city’s Senior Nutrition Program. “But even more important than the meals, is the social connection and wellbeing this service helps to foster among older residents.”
For all other RCS’s programs and services including Bank On Louisville’s financial education training, financial coaching, RSVP (Retired and Senior Volunteer Program) and the Foster Grandparent Program (FGP), and the Housing and Support Division, please call the main RCS phone number at 574-4377 or visit louisvilleky.gov/RCS for more details.
Free electric fan distribution for older adults and individuals with disabilities starting June 21
Appointments required in advance; fans distributed on a first come, first served basis
LOUISVILLE, KY (June 16, 2021) - 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
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
Fan Fair is an annual event sponsored by KIPDA Area Agency on Aging and Independent Living and Louisville Metro Office for Aging & Disabled Citizens (OADC). These organizations first joined forces in 2016 to implement a Fan Fair and Community Resource event in response to the numerous calls they received requesting heat relief. The Fan Fair/fan giveaway event is now in its 6th year.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, alternate plans were made for the 2021 Fan Fair to distribute fans at multiple sites in place of a larger, community gathering.
“Our partners organizations and citizen have stepped up once again to provide fans for the Louisville community,” stated Alli Woosley, coordinator for the OADC, part of the city’s Office of Resilience and Community Services. “We would especially like to thank AARP, National Active and Retired Federal Employees, The city of Plantation, KIPDA, Louisville Metro Resilience and Community Services, and our anonymous resident donors who continue to make this program a success.”
“This year even with all the challenges that we are facing, the community stepped up and donated fans without us asking, people started calling, without us publicizing it,” stated Jennifer Craig, Aging and Disability Resource Specialist for KIPDA. “That is the definition of a working resource, a resource that even when the actual event had to be cancelled, the community helped to push the planning forward. I am so proud that our idea has turned into something this great. A fan can make a difference!”
Monetary donations are still accepted and appreciated to purchase additional fans. Checks can be made payable to KIPDA, Attn: Fan Fair, mailed to 11520 Commonwealth Drive, Louisville, KY 40299.
Fan supplies are limited and will be distributed on a first come, first served basis while supplies last.
Louisville Metro Government, in partnership with LHOME, has launched a no-cost Financial Navigator Program. You can receive assistance and guidance over the phone to help you manage the financial impact of COVID-19. During your free 30-minute session, Navigators can help you address concerns including:
• Prioritizing daily expenses like housing, utilities, and food • Maximizing income through accessing benefits, emergency cash assistance, and emergency loans • Managing debt including credit cards, student loans, and child support • Avoiding predatory scams • Budgeting for future loss of income
The Louisville Youth Network is now available to connect people ages 16-24 with the resources they want. This free, one-stop shop helps youth who are not in school, working, or simply need support connect with resources and wrap-around support. Topics include education and workforce development, childcare, transportation, crisis management and much more.
Metro Covid LG&E Assistance Online Application Reopens
While Metro Louisville’s Covid relief emergency assistance program for LG&E customers is coming to its conclusion, limited funds do remain. As a result, the Association of Community Ministries is temporarily reopening their online application portal and will process applications as long as funds allow.
Jefferson County households could be eligible for as much as $1,000 in aid if they have:
1) a past due amount on their LG&E bill as the result of an economic hardship related to Covid-19
2) those past due arrearages occurred between March 16, 2020 and March 31, 2021
In order to make completing the online application and signature capture process easier we have created a short video demonstration. We recommend viewing this before applying.
Office for Aging and Disabled Citizens News
Louisville Metro RSVP Program
Are you recently retired or looking for something to do post COVID 19? Then the AmeriCorps Seniors Louisville Metro Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) program may be the perfect fit for you! For over 40 years, the Louisville Metro RSVP Program has been pairing hundreds of seniors 55 and older with close to 50 local non-for-profit organizations, affiliated hospitals, and Metro Government departments/agencies. Together these partnering groups with dedicated and compassionate volunteers help make a difference in our community. Volunteers with RSVP not only make impact to the lives of other individuals and organizations but in return increase social engagement and overall well-being for those involved. Special friendships and various benefits can come forth from joining RSVP. It is a total win-win situation for everyone. If you would like more information on our program please call us at 502-574-1530 or email either Bill Clark or Chris Clements. You can also visit the official website page of RSVPto learn more. We’ll be happy to discuss with you about all the volunteer opportunities that are offered with the Louisville Metro RSVP Program and we are certain you want to join us.
Disability Information and Access Line (DIAL) - 888-677-1199
The Disability Information and Access Line (DIAL) is now available to help people with disabilities find vaccination locations in their communities, assist callers with making vaccination appointments, and connect callers to local services – such as accessible transportation – to overcome barriers to vaccination. The hotline also can provide information and resources to answer questions and address concerns about the vaccines and can connect callers to information and services that promote independent living and address fundamental needs, such as food, housing, and transportation.
DIAL is operated as a collaboration between a consortium of organizations serving people with disabilities and the National Association of Area Agencies on Aging (n4a). The consortium includes:
Association of Programs for Rural Independent Living (APRIL),
Association of University Centers on Disabilities (AUCD),
Independent Living Research Utilization (ILRU),
National Association of Councils on Developmental Disabilities (NACDD),
National Council on Independent Living (NCIL),
National Disabilities Rights Network (NDRN), and
The Partnership for Inclusive Disaster Strategies.
This collaboration benefits from the disability networks’ extensive knowledge and expertise in meeting the needs of people with disabilities across the U.S. and n4a’s decades of experience operating the Eldercare Locator, the only federally funded national information and referral resource that supports consumers across the spectrum of issues affecting older Americans. By leveraging these capabilities, ACL was able to launch this critical tool in less than six weeks.
About the Disability Information and Access Line (DIAL)
The Disability Information and Access Line (DIAL) connects callers to information about how to access the COVID-19 vaccine and related supports for people with disabilities. DIAL connects callers to vaccine sites and provides information related to barriers to vaccination by referring callers to local and national disability resources.
During World Elder Abuse Awareness Month, Attorney General Cameron’s Medicaid Fraud Unit and Office of Senior Protection are joining forces to raise awareness about how to protect seniors from abuse in all its forms. Whether you are the family member of an aging loved one or a senior yourself, our offices stand ready to help you and those you love avoid neglect, exploitation, and physical or financial abuse.
Our Medicaid Fraud Unit is committed to investigating, and when necessary, prosecuting those who seek to abuse, neglect, or exploit elderly patients in nursing homes, Medicaid healthcare facilities, or personal care homes. We believe every patient deserves to be treated with dignity and respect, and we do not tolerate abuse or neglect from those charged with their care. If you suspect patient or resident abuse, neglect, or exploitation, report the incident to our office by completing our online form at ag.ky.gov/MedicaidFraud or call our hotline at 1-877-228-7384.
In addition to assisting vulnerable adults, our office also endeavors to protect Kentucky’s seniors from the financial abuse and devastation often associated with scams and fraud. Because of their financial stability and nest egg savings, seniors make attractive targets for scammers and fraudsters.
Far too many Kentucky seniors have suffered financial loss due to scams. In 2020 alone, Kentucky seniors reported nearly $3 million in losses to our office, and sadly, these statistics may represent a fraction of actual losses. Data from AARP Kentucky shows $15.8 million in fraud losses by seniors during that same year.
Our Office of Senior Protection assists senior victims of fraud and provides information about the common tactics scammers use to carry out their schemes. While there are many types of scams and fraud, seniors can protect themselves from common scams by following these tips:
If anyone instructs you to urgently send money, provide credit card information, wire money, or purchase gift cards, it’s a scam!
Be skeptical of anyone who calls asking for verification of your Social Security or Medicare number or insurance information;
Regularly monitor your bank and credit card accounts for suspicious activity. Promptly report unauthorized charges to your bank or credit union.
Kentucky seniors should also watch out for an old scam that has been on the rise in the last month, the grandparent scam. In this scheme, scammers claim to be with your loved one, often a grandchild, who is in trouble and urgently needs money. To avoid this scam, watch out for callers who ask you to keep quiet about the incident and not share information with your family or friends.
Remember - scammers do their research. Just because a caller knows your name and the identities of your loved ones doesn’t mean they are who they say they are.
Our best advice: Every unsolicited call, text message, and email should be considered suspect.
If you are contacted by someone you do not know, stop and pause before acting. Contact a trusted friend, and always independently verify information before responding or sending money.
If you or someone you know has been the victim of a scam, don’t be afraid to report the incident to our office by completing our online scam complaint form at ag.ky.gov/scams. It is important to act quickly, as we may be able to help you avoid further financial harm.
OSHN News
The Louisville Youth Network is Live
The Louisville Youth Network (LYN) is now live! Through a collaboration between the Office of Youth Development, CSYA, Goodwill Industries, Louisville Urban League, and YouthBuild Louisville, the LYN is ready to act as a free, one-stop shop for Louisville youth aged 16-24. While the network is catered for youth who are not in school or working, any young adult who needs support can benefit. Some of the resources include education, workforce development, childcare, food assistance, mental health supports, and more. Access the network by visiting louisvilleyouthnetwork.org or calling (502) 230-2028.
COVID-19 Relief for Internet Bills
The Emergency Broadband Benefit (EBB) is part of the federal government's emergency COVID-19 response. It provides a direct payment for internet bills of up to $50 (or $75 on Tribal Lands) per month for eligible households. The program will last for several months until the $3.2 billion fund runs out. See if you are eligible here.
Jobcorps Seeking to Bolster Caseloads
The past year has exacerbated the need for housing and education supports, and Jobcorps is ready to meet demand. The Whitney M. Young Center can provide free housing and education supports for young adults aged 16-24 looking to expand their education including earning their high school diploma, GED, or attending community college classes. Additionally, Jobcorps offers training in several competitive trades including manufacturing, construction, culinary arts, hospitality, and more. While their housing supports are often a much-needed resource, it is not a requirement and participants are welcome to commute to the center daily. For more info about Jobcorps, or to begin the admissions process, contact Sotkiewicz.Sarah@jobcorps.org
Little Free Pantry Project
The Ambassador Workgroup has been meeting regularly for almost a year to discuss ways to implement violence prevention strategies in their own community. The workgroup's most recent project involved tackling food scarcity with the installation of three Little Free Pantries around town. The Little Free Pantries are a spin on the Little Free Library concept, but provides canned goods, nonperishable foods, and hygiene items that can be accessed easily and discretely for anybody in need. The goal is for nearby residents to both be able to share their excess resources as well as take when needed. As an added bonus, the pantries were constructed using up-cycled plywood taken from downtown business windows. See how this project came to life in this short video from Metro TV here.
The Ambassador Workgroup meets on the first Thursday of every month. If you are interested in joining an upcoming meeting, please contact joseph.newland@louisvilleky.gov. Or, to suggest a new project for the workgroup to tackle, complete the Project Proposal Form here.
Office of Advanced Planning and Sustainability News
Wildlife Threat: Unexplained Bird Mortality Event
In late May, the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources began receiving reports of sick and dying birds with eye swelling and crusty discharge, as well as neurological symptoms. State wildlife agencies in Indiana, Maryland, Ohio, Virginia, Washington, D.C. and West Virginia have reported similar problems. No definitive cause of death has been identified at this time. Thus far, species affected have been blue jays, common grackles and European starlings, but other species may be affected as well.
Birds congregating at feeders and baths can transmit diseases to one another. Therefore, Kentucky Fish & Wildlife recommends:
Stop feeding birds in Jefferson, Boone and Kenton Counties until further notice.
Clean all bird feedersand bird baths with a 10% bleach solution immediately, and then once per week thereafter.
Avoid handling birds, but wear disposable gloves if handling is necessary.
Keep pets away from sick or dead birds as a standard precaution.
Click here to report an observation of a sick or dead bird.
Training on baselining greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions
Identifying opportunities to reduce GHG emissions
The series kicks off on August 18, with subsequent webinars on September 2 and 9. Click here to learn more and register.
Preparing for Extreme Heat this Summer
Extreme heat events are already occurring and expected to become more common, more severe, and longer-lasting as our climate changes. The Office of Advanced Planning & Sustainability's urban heat mitigation efforts, including our Cool Roof Rebate Program, were recently featured on the IU Environmental Resilience Institute's Preparing for Environmental Change Webinar Series. Watch the webinar recording here.
Installing a cool roof is a great way to make your home or property more energy-efficient while combating our overall urban heat island effect! There are still funds available for cool roofs on properties located in targeted high-heat areas: Metro Council Districts 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 12, 14 and 15 [Unfortunately, this funding is not available in District 2]. The incentive provides up to $1 per square foot of cool roof that is installed with an ENERGY STAR roofing product. Rebates are available for both residential and commercial buildings and offered on a first-come, first-served basis.
Juneteenth Dedication of the (Un)Known Project
“On the Banks of Freedom” was dedicated on Juneteenth as part of the (Un)Known Project. We congratulate all of the artists and partners who collaborated on this project for our community!
The (Un)Known Project creates artistic spaces and experiences to support learning, healing, reflection, reconciliation, and action by telling the stories - of both known and unknown - Black men, women and children who were enslaved and hidden figures in Louisville, Kentucky and the surrounding region.
The project is led by Hannah Drake and Josh Miller as a collaboration between artist-led nonprofit IDEAS xLab, the Frazier History Museum, Roots 101, and Louisville Metro Government, and will incorporate Louisville’s history and heritage to create limestone benches, poetry, photography, and arts-based experiences along the Ohio River. Serving as a cultural heritage destination, the (Un)Known Project will be co-created as a significant marker in Louisville, designating the location as a monumental site and symbol of African American history.
JCPS is seeking community input from the community on how to invest one-time stimulus funds within the district. The funding, which comes from the federal stimulus passed in Congress due to COVID-19, is to assist districts with additional costs incurred due to the pandemic and to ensure the safe reopening of schools in the fall. Click hereto take the survey.
JCPS to Continue Offering Meals to Youth Over the Summer
Anyone 18 years and younger can pick up free meals at sites throughout the city
LOUISVILLE, KY (June 8, 2021) – Jefferson County Public Schools (JCPS) will continue offering free, nutritious meals throughout the summer to anyone 18 years old and younger, district officials announced today. In addition, the district will offer food at every summer learning and enrichment site this year to support students in those programs.
Families can pick up ‘bulk meals’ – multiple breakfasts, lunches and snacks to last for several days – at more than 40 school curbside locations from 10 a.m. to 1 pm. on Thursdays throughout the summer. They can also get bulk meals at more than 20 mobile sites on Tuesdays and Thursdays, and grab a lunch daily at 11 parks and pools throughout the city.
For a complete list of sites and schedules, click here.
“JCPS is proud to continue providing nutritious meals for our community’s children over the summer, to fuel their bodies as well as their minds,” JCPS Superintendent Dr. Marty Pollio said. “In some cases, the meals our Nutrition Services staff provide are the only full meals the children receive each week.”
JCPS is also expanding its support for summer learning by offering food at every summer learning and enrichment site this year, providing meals for more than 5,000 students participating in nearly 80 camps and programs.
Children do not need to be JCPS students to receive the meals.
Redemption Fees Waived for Owners who claim their pet from the LMAS Shelter
Agency pro-actively seeks to reduce kennel population by reuniting stray pets and their families during the busiest time of year for animal shelters
LOUISVILLE, KY (July 1, 2021) - Louisville Metro Animal Services (LMAS) announces all redemption fees are waived for unclaimed stray pets at the LMAS shelter through July 31st, to prevent overcrowding or euthanasia for lack of kennel space. A generous donation from the non-profit organization, the Friends of Metro Animal Services (FOMAS) made it possible to waive fees for owners who are concerned about the cost to reclaim their pet.
“We’ve entered the shelter’s busiest time of year and despite regular transfers of pets to animal rescue organizations, we continue to see an uptick in stray pets typically associated with the summer months,” said Ashley Book, Interim LMAS Shelter Director. “It’s always our goal to determine the best outcome for these pets and most often, that’s reuniting them with their owners. Unfortunately, the cost of claiming a pet from the shelter often deters owners from coming in - and that is not what we want, or what’s best for the pet.”
This is the second time this year FOMAS has stepped up to provide funding to help citizens who cannot face the additional financial burden of redemption fees. The first donation resulted in the happy reunions of nearly 100 pets and their families.
“We are grateful to have an organization like FOMAS working year-round to raise funds in support of our shelter. When we are facing shelter overcrowding, we have options which would not be possible without the contributions of FOMAS and its commitment to helping animals’ lives,” said Book.
Redemption fees are waived July 1st - July 31st, 2021. Owners can claim their impounded pet from 12-6pm Monday-Friday, and 12-3pm Saturdays at the LMAS Animal Shelter, located at 3528 Newburg Road.
Redemption fees will only be waived for pet owners with no previous violations, and cover microchipping, licensing and vaccination fees.
Court fees will not be waived.
LMAS will not keep a pet impounded due to its owner’s inability to pay and will work with owners who have outstanding balances and want to reclaim their pet.
Redemption fees are set by the Louisville Animal Ordinance and do not include the cost of required vaccinations every incoming pet must receive, for the safety of all animals in the shelter. Local animal laws also require pets to be licensed, microchipped, and spayed or neutered before leaving the shelter. To view the animal ordinance and a list of redemption fees, visit www.louisvilleky.gov/animal-services.
FOMAS supports LMAS and its many life-saving initiatives through fundraisers and public donations. If you would like to make a donation to help citizens in need of financial assistance when reclaiming their pet from the LMAS Shelter, visit www.fomaslou.org.
LMAS Urges Pet Owners to Take Extra Precautions During July 4th Weekend Celebrations
LOUISVILLE, KY (June 30, 2021) - As preparations are being made for Fourth of July celebrations, Louisville Metro Animal Services asks that you keep your pets in mind. While many look forward to the traditional celebratory sights and sounds of fireworks, this can be a scary and traumatic experience for pets. When dogs experience a large amount of fear and anxiety at once, their initial response is to retreat and hide. However, there are some preventative measures you can take to protect your pet(s) and keep them feeling safe.
Leave pets inside
Close all windows and curtains to muffle the sound of fireworks, and always provide plenty of food and water. Turning on a radio, television or fan also may help calm your pet and distract them from the sounds of fireworks. Owners who are leaving town for the holiday should consider boarding their pets.
Leave pets at home during firework displays
Animals have a heightened sense of hearing. Loud fireworks can be deafening and cause pets to panic and want to hide. It is best to keep your pets at home where they feel safe. If you are attending Fourth of July festivities, take your pets for quiet walks before or after the fireworks display.
Make sure pets are always wearing collars with identification tags
This even applies to pets that only live indoors. The ID tag should include the owner’s current address and phone number. The best way to ensure you will be reunited with a lost pet is a microchip because collars or tags can come off. Pet owners should also make sure their pet is licensed. It is not only the law, but it will also ensure LMAS knows how to contact you, should your pet become lost and enters the LMAS shelter.
Clean up firework debris before letting pets outside
If pets eat the debris, it may cause digestive problems or serious injuries. Owners should contact their veterinarian immediately if their pets have been exposed to any potentially toxic or poisonous substances.
If your pet is lost
• Report a lost pet to LMAS as soon as possible. To report a pet lost or found, and search lost and found pets online, visit www.louisvilleky.gov/animal-services.
• Hang up flyers with your pet’s photo and your contact info around your neighborhood. You should also check lost and found postings on social media.
• Visit the LMAS Shelter to search our kennels for your missing pet and get assistance from lost and found services.
• Check back often because stray pets enter the shelter daily. Finders often wait a few days and will try to find its owner, before bringing the pet to the shelter.
• Have the pet scanned for a microchip, which can be done at most veterinary clinics or at the LMAS Shelter.
• If you decide to keep a stray pet while looking for its owner, be sure to post flyers around your neighborhood and search social media posts in your area.
• If you cannot keep a stray pet or have not been able to locate an owner, bring the pet to the LMAS Shelter located at 3528 Newburg Road, Monday - Saturday from 12-6pm.
• If you are unable to transport a stray pet to the shelter and have it contained, contact animal control to have the pet picked up and brought to the shelter at 502-473-PETS.
Prospective employees can learn more about jobs at GE Appliances
HIRING NOW for full-time positions. All shifts (1st, 2nd and 3rd) are available! 2nd and 3rd shift hires eligible for a hiring bonus. Fill out our easy online application at: makeitatthepark.com!
WHAT YOU WILL DO
Join the GE Appliances team in a high-energy, production facility environment. At Appliance Park, where we have five appliance factories and our corporate office with our very own zip code, 40225. We are passionate about creating good things, for life and creating career possibilities for you! You can Make It @ The Park!
Pay: Make up to $660 per week and up to $16.50* per hour.
1st shift hourly rate is $15.50 per hour
*2nd and 3rd shifts earn an additional $1.00 differential
Hiring Bonus: 2nd and 3rd shifts earn $500 after 90 days.
Approximate shift* times are:
1st Shift: 5:00-6:00 am start until 1:30-2:30 pm
2nd Shift: 3:00-3:30 pm start until 11:00-12:00 am
3rd Shift: 12:30 am until 9:00 am
*Shifts vary by building and assignment
5 Reasons you will love working at GE Appliances!
First day medical, dental and vision benefits
Tuition reimbursement & career development
Paid vacation, holiday and personal time
On site medical clinic and athletic center
Inclusion and diversity in our workplace – join one of our Affinity Networks to connect with your fellow team members
What you will experience in manufacturing:
Work around moving machines – robots, forklifts, tuggers, etc.
Use technology to help you succeed – smart boards, tv screens, kiosks on the shop floor
Transfer, operate and adjust production equipment
Rotation among jobs and factories at the same location – get to know all aspects of our production process
Fast-paced, group work environment
WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED
Minimum Requirements:
You must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction
You must be 18 years of age or older
You must be able to follow verbal and written instructions in English
You must pass a background check, drug screening and medical/physical demand screening
Manufacturing Production Worker – GEA2Day Part-time (Friday and Monday Only)
Individuals commit to a shift (see below) and work every Monday and Friday. This position is not eligible for benefits.
Pay: Make up to $660 per week and up to $16.50* per hour. · 1st shift hourly rate is $15.50 per hour · *2nd and 3rd shifts earn an additional $1.00 differential
PLUS Earn up to $6,000 a year toward college or trade school!
Approximate shift* times are:
1st Shift: 5:00-6:00 am start until 1:30-2:30 pm
2nd Shift: 3:00-4:00 pm start until 11:00-12:00 am
3rd Shift: 12:30 am until 9:00 am • Shifts vary by building and assignment
What you will experience in manufacturing:
Work around moving machines – robots, forklifts, tuggers, etc.
Use technology to help you succeed – smart boards, tv screens, kiosks on the shop floor
Transfer, operate and adjust production equipment
Rotation among jobs and factories at the same location – get to know all aspects of our production process
Fast-paced, group work environment
WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED
Minimum Requirements:
You must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction
You must be 18 years of age or older
You must be able to follow verbal and written instructions in English
You must pass a background check, drug screening and medical/physical demand screening
How to purchase vacant or abandoned property in Louisville
Have you ever thought about buying a vacant or abandoned property in Louisville? The city has many vacant or abandoned lots and buildings for sale at all times. If you’re a contractor or fixer-upper, you might consider buying an abandoned home to rehab. Once you fix it up, you could live in it or sell it for a profit. Or you may want to buy a vacant lot or a property in need of demolition, and build a new home. Other properties are suitable for starting a community garden or other agricultural project.
To manage the sale of vacant or abandoned properties, the city has a program called The Landbank Authority. The program’s goal is to put these properties back into productive use. The Landbank currently has about 500 properties available for sale and some are available for as little as $1. But in order to purchase properties, you must be able to prove to the Landbank that you can pay to refurbish or demolish the property, and you must complete the project within a set deadline. To see what’s available, visit the Landbank website. https://louisvilleky.gov/government/community-development/purchase-vacant-property-landbank You’ll see two links, one for Lots and one for Structures. Choose Lots to view empty lots for sale and an explanation of the types of programs, including “Adjacent Side Yard”; “Cut It, Keep It”; “New Construction”; and “Agricultural Projects”. Choose Structures to see a list of vacant houses and other buildings for sale. Landbank has two categories for the sale of structures: “Save the Structure” and “Demo for Deed”. To save a structure, you must prove you have funds to rehab it and you must complete renovations within six months for exterior and 18 months for interior renovations. To buy a "Demo for Deed," you must simply prove you have funds to demolish the property.
Both the Lots and Structures pages have links and instructions to apply for purchase when you’re ready. Speaking of funds, that’s where we come in. At LHOME, we can’t help you purchase a property but we can help you renovate one. Qualified property owners can borrow up to $30,000 for 12 months, paying only interest on the loan. After the year is up, you can sell your renovated property or refinance it.
To learn more, please visit lhomeky.org or give us a call at 502-882-8091. One last tip: The city has a great tool called Lojic (lojic.org). Lojic lets you search by address for a specific property you want to know more about. Just type the address in the search bar and you’ll get reports about the property owner, the assessed value, zoning, voting district and more. Happy hunting!
Having issues with high grass, illegal parking, street repairs, or other Code Enforcement concerns in the community? Contact 311!
Only service requests for the past 30 days will be accessible in the new system. If you need information on an older request, please call Metro 311 for status.
Anything submitted in the old reporting system (prior to June 19, 2019) will not show in the new system. It is still being processed however. Please call Metro311 for status.
To receive email notifications of the status of your service request you must have an account and you must have included your email address when you created your account. You can create a new account and report a new issue with Metro 311 by following this link.
Not all issues you put a service request in for require you to login. Some issues may be submitted anonymously, such as reporting a pothole and property maintenance cases, for instance. But having an account will allow you to track the progress and status of the request.
If you do not see a category which corresponds to your issue, please call Metro 311 at 311.
Waste Management News
The Waste Reduction Center at 636 Meriwether Avenue is open. This is a popular disposal site for large loads of unbagged yard waste, tree limbs and stumps up to three feet in diameter, construction debris, and large household items. (Fees may apply.) Residents can dispose of up to four tires, up to three electronic items, and up to three large household items for FREE! Details can be found on the website. Open Tuesday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Saturday, 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
To report materials that have been illegally dumped or "junk" set out on the wrong day, use Metro311 or 574-5000.
If you WITNESSED A PERSON illegal dumping and have information (pictures, license plate #, etc.), please report it on our new online form.
Keep an eye out for the vehicles our Enforcement Team is currently looking for!
Don't contribute to the problem!
If you hire someone to dispose waste for you,ask to see their Waste Hauler License and do not pay without a disposal receipt. Properly disposing of truck loads of materials costs at least $50 - if you're charged less than that, be suspicious. Perpetrators will often take your money and illegally dump your items to avoid the disposal fee. Drop off up to three household items for free at the Waste Reduction Center. (Disposal fees may apply for additional items.)
Only set out junk or bulky items during your scheduled set out period. Residents in the Urban Services District can sign up for set out reminders using the Recycle Coach app. Residents outside of the Urban Services District should call their contracted waste hauler for information.
Tips to Prevent Illegal Dumping on your Property
Keep your property well lit and clear of overgrown trees and shrubs.
Monitor your property - the presence of illegally dumped materials or bulky items set out too early attracts additional dumping.
Install security cameras - send your video or photos anonymously to us and enforcement officers can use identifying information to catch the perpetrator.
Cover your loads! A lot of litter ends up on the highway because of waste not properly contained in trucks
Remove vehicle debris after an accident. When a wrecked vehicle is removed, the debris must be removed with it.
Report materials that have been illegally dumped or "junk" set out on the wrong day to Metro311 or call 311 or 574-5000.
If you WITNESSED A PERSON illegally dumping and have information (pictures, license plate #, etc.) report it on our online form.
If you hire someone to dispose waste for you, ask to see their Waste Hauler License and do not pay without a disposal receipt. Properly disposing of truckloads of material costs at least $50 - if you're charged less than that, be suspicious. Perpetrators will often take your money and illegally dump items to avoid the disposal fee. Drop off up to three household items for free at the Waste Reduction Center. (Disposal fees apply for additional items.)
Only set out large items during your scheduled set out period. Residents in the Urban Services District can sign up for set out reminders using the Recycle Coach app. Residents outside the Urban Services District should call their contracted waste hauler for information.
Dispose of large items like tires and furniture at Pop-Up Drop-Off events – free recycling and large item disposal events for residents of Jefferson County.
Report Street Light Outages to LG&E
If you see a streetlight out in your neighborhood (or anywhere in Louisville), please note the address and report it to LG&E for repair. Click here to fill out the online form to report broken or malfunctioning streetlights. We always recommend adding your contact information to the request, so a technician who has questions can contact you. LG&E makes repairs during the day. Make sure you follow up if the streetlight hasn’t been repaired within seven (7) days.
LMPD News
LMPD reminder: Please secure your property and stay vigilant!
The city has seen an increase of illegal activity, including vandalism, vehicle thefts, items stolen from vehicles, and gun shots reported over the past year. Here are several tips from LMPD that may seem simple but could be very effective in preventing crime in our neighborhoods!
Immediately report any suspicious person, activity (gunshots), or vehicles to (502) 574-7111 or (502) 574-TIPS. This is not just for vehicle vandalism but drug activity, home/garage vandalism, gun shots - ANY suspicious activity! Make a police 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. - Consider additional lighting around your property; try to park your vehicle in a well-lit area. - Never leave a firearm unprotected in your vehicle.
Metro Emergency Repair Program
Eligibility criteria:
Must be owner occupied for at least one year.
Not available on rental property.
Must meet income guidelines (see intake staff).
May receive assistance once in a five year period.
Louisville-Jefferson County only.
Types of repairs:
Furnace repair or replacement (October-April only).
A/C unit- repair or replacement (Requires medical statement, available May-Sept. only).
Electrical repairs/upgrades.
Water line repairs/replacement.
Sewer line repairs/replacement.
Water heater repair/replacement (gas or electric).
Toyota’s Backyard Action Hero Guidebook Available Online and Kid’s Club Launched
Presented By Toyota Motor Manufacturing, Georgetown, KY
The Louisville Zoo’s annual Toyota Backyard Action Hero Guidebook is now available online for students, educators and families looking for ways to learn about animals and conservation.
This year’s theme is animals forming relationships. Articles and activities explore how some animals live alone, some live in groups and the ways they help or compete with each other. This issue, the Louisville Zoo delves into what these animal relationships look like and why they are formed. Readers can explore the natural world where competition is often a literal life-or-deathstruggle against other species — and sometimes even the same species. Finally, the special relationships between different organisms is discussed, demonstrating the benefit or detriment to both animals and how the relationships they build help keep their ecosystem in balance.
By understanding these relationships, Backyard Action Heroes will be able to better understand the world around us and understand where we fit into these relationships.
This year’s guidebook is different as it is available in different versions, offering a simpler mobile version and a special interactive desktop version that includes an interactive glossary, matching games, and other fun virtual elements and activities.
In this issue of Toyota’s Backyard Action Hero, the Louisville Zoo is also happy to announce the formation of the Louisville Zoo Kid’s Club. Designed specifically to keep teachers, children and their families in the loop about what is going on at the Zoo, Kid’s Club is going to kick off with a virtual meeting July 31.
Students and families who want to be the first to hear about fun programs, exclusive events and special kid-focused content can sign up at LouisvilleZoo.org/bah/kidsclub/.
If students sign up by July 24 and submit a question relating to symbiosis (a big theme in this issue of Backyard Action Hero), they will get a chance to win a Family Adventure Box.
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The Louisville Zoo, a non-profit organization and state zoo of Kentucky, is dedicated to bettering the bond between people and our planet by providing excellent care for animals, a great experience for visitors, and leadership in scientific research and conservation education. The Zoo is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA).
Report a Litterer!
Get directly involved in making Louisville a more litter-free community through the Report-A-Litterer program aimed at motorists who throw fast-food wrappers, cigarette butts, soda bottles, or any type of litter out of their car window.
Louisville non-profits have launched a new website to help connect people in need of food, shelter, and more. Metro United Way and the Family Scholar House partnered to create LouieConnect, modeling it on a similar site created in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. When someone uses LouieConnect, the web-based app asks for basic information and then lists applicable resources nearby — from food pantries to shelters to career centers to financial literacy programs.
***Important Metro Services Phone Numbers***
Air Pollution: (502) 574-6000
Animal Services: (502) 363-6609 or (502) 361-1318
Brightside: (502) 574-2613
Community Services & Revitalization: (502) 574-4377
Congressman John Yarmuth: (502) 582-5129
IPL (Code Enforcement): (502) 574-3321
Legal Aid Society: (502) 584-1254
LG&E Business: (502) 627-3313 or (800)- 331-7370
LG&E Residential: (502) 589-1444 or (800) 331-7370
LMPD 6th Division: (502) 574-2187
LMPD Anonymous Tipline: (502) 574-LMPD (5673)
LMPD: (Non Emergency): (502) 574-7111 or (502) 574-2111
Don't know what to make for dinner? Try our semimonthly recipe suggestion!
Today's recipe comes from allrecipes.com and can be found here.
Cornell Chicken
This famous grilled chicken recipe was created by Dr. Robert C. Baker at New York's Cornell University. They say Dr. Baker was simply trying to invent an easy and delicious way to grill smaller, younger chickens, so that the local chicken farms could sell more birds. The doc's tasty recipe ended up being such a success that sales in the area soared, and the recipe became a statewide favorite.
