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In This Issue...

• BBB August 2021 Hot Topics
• Planning & Zoning Weekly Intake Report
•   City of Jeffersontown CRIME PREVENTION NEWSLETTER AUGUST 2021
• JCPS Announces Updates for 2021-22 Transportation Service
• Louisville Metro Adoptable Pets of the Week
• MSD Tree Planting Grants Available
• ROADSHOW for week of August 8, 2021

BBB August 2021 Hot Topics

1. A local consumer reported a Facebook “winning user” scam. The user received a message from what appeared to be a FB friend, asking if they had gotten their FB “winning user” payout yet, which was worth as much as $100,000. BBB reminds consumers that FB is not awarding money to users!
2. Don’t fall for a Publisher’s Clearing House sweepstakes scam! A local consumer was told via phone that she won but needed to make a down payment on her winnings with a Vanilla VISA gift card. Do not agree to pay money upfront for any sweepstakes you’ve allegedly won!
3. BBB is seeing more scammers use fraudulent QR codes to trick consumers. Before scanning a QR code, verify the source. Don’t open any links from strangers and install a QR reader with added security (some antivirus companies offer QR scanner apps that check the safety of a link before you open it).
4.  A local consumer reported to BBB he’d received a phone call alleging his social security number was associated with money laundering. The consumer was told he could purchase a new social security number by buying gift cards and providing the gift card numbers over the phone. Don’t fall for it!
5. A BBB staff member received scam calls claiming to be from Citibank. As a reminder, if you receive any suspicious calls or text messages from a bank or financial institution, contact the institution directly and inquire about the message you received. Do not click on links in text messages, and do not give out personal information over the phone!
6. BBB received a report of an online shopping scam from a local consumer. The user attempted to make a purchase from belleshope.com and received a suspicious email from a second party upon submitting payment information. When the user attempted to contact the shop via the email address listed online, their email bounced back. Always check store reviews at bbb.org before making an online purchase, and when possible, pay with a credit card so the charge can be disputed if the site turns out to be a scam.
7. BBB warns consumers to beware of parking lot auto repair scams. This scam typically involves a stranger approaching a victim in a parking lot, claiming to work for a local auto repair shop and offering to fix dents in the victim’s car. The “repairs” often leave the car in a worse state, and the scammers get aggressive when demanding payment or when confronted about shoddy work. Find a reputable auto repair shop at bbb.org.
8. Need a new driveway? Beware of asphalt paving scams! These scams involve fraudulent contractors who either never show up to complete a job once they’ve received payment or do a shoddy job and then can never be reached to make things right. In both cases, it is difficult (or impossible) for the victim to get a refund. Research companies and contractors before you hire at bbb.org, get everything in writing, and use safe payment methods when hiring for any asphalt paving job.
9. BBB warns of timeshare resale scams. Be wary of advertisements from timeshare resale scammers claiming they can easily sell your unit, they have lots of buyers lined up ready to purchase your timeshare, or that they can guarantee big returns on your timeshare. These companies often exaggerate – or just flat-out lie – about what they can do for consumers. Check out the company at bbb.org.
10. Beware of scam marketing services targeting small businesses. These scammers trick small businesses into signing monthly contracts and then never deliver on their promises. If you’re a business owner looking to use a marketing agency, research the agency first, ask for references, and always be clear on the terms of any contract before you sign.

Planning & Zoning Weekly Intake Report

  City of Jeffersontown CRIME PREVENTION NEWSLETTER AUGUST 2021

 JCPS will be in session starting Wednesday August 11th, so be mindful of children walking to school or to the bus stop. This means that we will see an increase in activity. Please remember when driving through neighborhoods that children will be waiting for school buses. Please keep your eyes and ears open for any unusual or suspicious activity. Remember we would rather respond to a call for service that is false, than find out the problem existed, and no one called. School supply “Cram the Cruiser” @ Kroger Stony Brook Aug. 5th 2-6pm MAKE SURE YOU LOCK UP YOU CAR AND SHUT YOUR GARAGE. ****DON’T BE AN EASY TARGET**** • www.jeffersontownky.com • Community Resource Officer Steve Fisher

JCPS Announces Updates for 2021-22 Transportation Service

 District to transport more than 65,000 students every day

August 6, 2021 — Jefferson County Public Schools (JCPS) will have all of its 771 routes covered when buses roll next week for the start of the 2021-22 school year.

“Transportation is one of our most basic but critical functions, ensuring that we get kids to school and home again safely,” said Chris Perkins, JCPS chief operations officer.  “We’re proud of the dedication and work that goes into carrying out this responsibility, especially in these unique circumstances that require additional measures to protect our students and staff.”

JCPS will follow all CDC guidelines for bus ridership, including taking extra steps to make sure that buses are as safe as possible for students: 

• All students must remain masked on the bus, unless they have a completed medical waiver on file. Drivers will have masks available if students don’t have one when they board the bus.
• Hand sanitizer will also be available.
• Drivers will clean seats and high-touch areas in between routes.
• Windows will be open when possible.
• Students will be assigned seats, to help with contact tracing in the event there is a positive case reported.

Buses will be at full capacity, with no restrictions on seating per CDC guidelines.

Perkins said the district has implemented numerous initiatives to increase the number of bus drivers, including numerous job fairs, and the board-approved $5,000 stipend and $6 shift differential for this school year.

“Incentives like these have helped JCPS keep most of our experienced drivers and recruit new ones for the upcoming school year,” Perkins said. “We’re also grateful for schools being flexible and collaborating with us to ensure we have every route, for every child who rides a bus, covered as we start the school year.”

In addition, JCPS has programs to help families get specific information on their child’s bus number and bus stop, according to Marcus Dobbs, executive administrator for Transportation Services.

Starting Monday, Aug. 9, parents will be able to dial 485-RIDE to speak with a member of the JCPS team who can provide important information on transportation-related questions.

The hotline will be available throughout the week at the following times:

• Monday, Aug. 9 7 a.m.-5 p.m.
• Tuesday, Aug. 10 7 a.m.-6 p.m.
• Wednesday, Aug. 11 6 a.m.-7 p.m. (or final clear)
• Thursday, Aug. 12 7 a.m.-6 p.m. (or final clear)
• Friday, Aug. 13 7 a.m.-5 p.m. (or final clear)

Families can also check out the JCPS Bus Finder on the district’s website. Parents, guardians or students can enter their home address and school to find their bus number, nearest bus stop, and pickup times

JCPS expects to transport more than 65,000 students twice a day, every day, this school year, which begins Aug. 11.

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Louisville Metro Adoptable Pets of the Week

MSD Tree Planting Grants Available

MSD Tree Planting Grants Available
The Louisville MSD Urban Reforestation Grants Program is now accepting applications for tree planting
projects. Grants will pay for trees planted within the MSD Drainage Service area, which includes all of
Jefferson County except for the cities of Shively, Jeffersontown, St. Matthews and
Anchorage. Download the application here Urban Reforestation Grant Application or at
https://louisvillemsd.org/trees. The application deadline is Wednesday September 15th at 5pm
ET. Please contact Jennifer Kern at Jennifer.Kern@LouisvilleMSD.org or (502)540‐6241 with any
questions.
The MSD Urban Reforestation Program plants 1,000 trees annually by working with local residents,
businesses, municipal organizations and neighborhood associations. These trees redirect an average of
1.35 million gallons of stormwater away from the sewer system every year, which decreases sewer
overflows into our waterways. By planting more trees, MSD not only absorbs stormwater but also
reduces erosion and flooding, provides shade, reduces noise pollution and carbon dioxide in the air, and
provides a habitat for nearby wildlife.

Post Covid-19 Research Clinic

UofL Division of Infectious Diseases’ research center is currently conducting a free research clinic focused on COVID-19. This multidisciplinary collaboration between the Louisville community and the Center of Excellence for Research in Infectious Diseases, aims to diagnose and find both the short- and long-term effects of contracting the COVID-19 virus to improve treatment and care for the virus. Study participants will complete health surveys and receive health assessments such as EKGs, ultrasounds, & lung function tests. This clinic does not provide treatment but if there are significant findings, participants will be notified and given the choice to seek medical advice or care from a care provider. Participation is voluntary so patients may opt out at any time. Anyone struggling with long COVID symptoms is encouraged to contact our research clinic. To learn more, please visit https://www.ceridlouisville.org/covid19researchclinic or contact COVclinic@louisville.edu.

ROADSHOW for week of August 8, 2021