 Councilwoman
Madonna Flood
Legislative Assistant
Oscar Heithaus
City Hall
601 W. Jefferson Street
502-574-1124
Welcome to District 24 E-Newsletter! To learn more about events and services in our district, check out our webpage!
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COVID-19 cases continue to rise in Jefferson County and across Kentucky. In just two weeks we have moved from the yellow, or second safest zone, past orange, to red, or the most critical zone.
Nearly all serious illnesses and deaths are among people who are not vaccinated. Anyone 12 and older can easily get vaccinated virtually any day. The best way to access vaccines is at the website https://www.vaccines.gov/. Enter your zip code and vaccine sites near you will appear. You’ll find links to click and numbers to call.
For residents who don’t have access to technology or have difficulty using an online process, the staff at Louisville Metro’s COVID-19 Helpline, (502) 912-8598, can assist with scheduling an appointment.
Maps with vaccination rates by zip code are here. Higher rates are in darker green colors.
To stay informed on vaccine efforts in Louisville, including pop-up clinics all over town, click here.
The LAST Fridayfest features The Rigby's Beatles Tribute with Strung Out Loud! Join us on tomorrow, August 6th, at Highview Park at 7122 Briscoe Lane from 6pm to 10pm. See you there!
WFPK’s Waterfront Wednesdays is back at Waterfront Park, featuring two concerts a month from July – September. All shows are held on the Big Four Lawn with the lawn opening at 5:00 p.m. for food and drinks and music at 6:00 p.m.
- August 11:Gary Brewer and the Kentucky Ramblers, Villa Mure, CJ Sparks
- August 25:Christone “Kingfish” Ingram, Brooks Ritter, Genevva
- September 8: Dawn Richard, Bendigo Fletcher, Kiana and the Sun Kings
- September 22: Low Cut Connie, Wombo and one additional band to be announced.
Better Business Bureau August 2021 Hot Topics
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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!
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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!
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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).
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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!
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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!
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
If you have trouble viewing this flyer, a full version can be found here.
If you have trouble viewing this, email oscar.heithaus@louisvilleky.gov for a larger copy
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.
View Prizes
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:
Announcement Date:
Friday, August 27, 2021
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Air Pollution: (502) 574-6000
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Animal Services: (502) 363-6609 or (502) 361-1318
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Brightside: (502) 574-2613
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Community Services & Revitalization: (502) 574-4377
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Congressman John Yarmuth: (502) 582-5129
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IPL (Code Enforcement): (502) 574-2508
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Legal Aid Society: (502) 584-1254
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LG&E Business: (502) 627-3313 or (800)- 331-7370
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LG&E Residential: (502) 589-1444 or (800) 331-7370
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LMPD 7th Division: (502) 574-2133
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LMPD Anonymous Tipline: (502) 574-LMPD (5673)
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LMPD: (Non Emergency): (502) 574-7111 or (502) 574-2111
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Louisville Forward/Economic Development: (502) 574-4140
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Master Commissioner Jefferson Circuit Court (Foreclosure Sales): (502) 753-4888
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Mayor Greg Fischer: (502) 574-2003
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Metro311: 311 or (502) 574-5000
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Metro Parks: (502) 456-8100
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Metropolitan Sewer District (MSD): (502) 540-6000
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MetroSafe: (502) 572-3460 or (502) 574-7111
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PARC: (502) 569-6222
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Planning & Design Services: (502) 574-6230
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Property Valuation Administrator (PVA): (502) 574-4016
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Public Works: (502) 574-5810
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Solid Waste Management (SWMS): (502) 574-3571
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TARC: (502) 585-1234
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Vacant & Public Property Administration: (502) 574-4016
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At Dino Quest, guests will have the opportunity to view the world’s tallest life-sized, robotic dinosaurs, ranging from 5-foot-long baby triceratops to a 40-foot-long Tyrannosaurus rex.
A Louisville Zoo membership or general admission ticket will allow guests to encounter the prehistoric period prior to extinction in “Dino Quest,” presented by Great Clips. Purchase tickets today at louisvillezoo.org/tickets.
For information about “Dino Quest” visit LouisvilleZoo.org/dino
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Join the Friends of the Louisville Zoo for Back to Brew 2021, a modified version of Brew at the Zoo and Wine Too!, an annual fundraiser benefiting the Louisville Zoo. The event format may look and feel different this year to accommodate continually evolving COVID-19 guidelines; however, the adventure and opportunities for everyone to have fun with friends and other Zoo-loving adults while supporting wildlife conservation will be as memorable as ever!
Zoo fans, beer and wine lovers can attend this exclusive event on Saturday, August 28 from 5 - 9:30 p.m. Attendees will enjoy tastings from craft breweries and wineries, accompanied by local restaurant samples and live music. New for 2021 are catered heavy appetizers and specialty pours throughout the night, which will provide the traditional VIP event perks and more to ALL ticket purchasers.
Each ticket includes access to all event areas throughout the Zoo, food samples and catered appetizers, a Back to Brew swag bag, non-alcoholic beverages and up to 40 oz of beer and wine tastings with the option to purchase beverage tickets on-site for additional pours. Back to Brew tickets are $125 (plus processing fees) and includes a raffle ticket valid for the chance to win one of three amazing prizes: an animal encounter or one of two family 4-packs that include parking and carousel passes.* All guests must be age 21 or older.
Funds raised from Back to Brew will benefit Friends of the Louisville Zoo and their mission to support animal care and special projects for the Zoo.
To purchase tickets or inquire about sponsorship opportunities, please visit louisvillezoo.org/brew.
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