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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
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Latest News from Gov. Beshear and the Commonwealth of Kentucky
Gov. Beshear: ‘We are Breaking Our Record for COVID-19 Hospitalizations Every Day’
Governor announces record positivity rate; health care leaders say vaccinations are ‘No. 1 priority’
FRANKFORT, KY (Aug. 26, 2021) – On Thursday during his weekly Team Kentucky update, Gov. Andy Beshear said hospitalizations have increased every day without exception for the past 42 days, from 239 people July 14 to a record 2,074 people Aug. 25. Before the delta variant, Kentucky’s record number of COVID-19 hospitalizations was 1,817 on Dec. 17, 2020.
The Governor highlighted other statistics from July 14: On that day, there were 60 Kentuckians in the ICU for COVID-19; as of yesterday, there were 549. On July 14, there were 25 Kentuckians with COVID-19 on a ventilator; as of yesterday, there were 338. On July 14, the state’s COVID-19 test positivity rate was 3.81%, and it was down to a low of 1.79% June 24; yesterday, it was 13.16%, a record high in the time since the state has had adequate testing supplies.
“My point with all of these numbers is that we are in uncharted territory. We have been fighting this virus for almost 18 months, but we have never been here before,” said Gov. Beshear. “As horrible as last year’s surge was, we were never in the position where doctors worried they’d need to choose between treating a patient who can’t breathe because of COVID or treating a patient who is bleeding out from a car accident. But that is the strain that our hospitals are under now.”
Kentucky health care heroes said vaccinations are the “No. 1 priority right now.”
“Last year was extremely difficult taking care of patients with COVID. I thought after last year that we had seen the worst of it, especially with the introduction of vaccines. Once we all got vaccinated, I thought that a lot of this would go away. Unfortunately, it’s come back, and it’s come back pretty ugly,” said Mohan Rao, MD, general surgeon at Baptist Health Madisonville. “I’m not going to tell you that getting vaccinated is going to keep you from getting sick 100% of the time. What I am going to say to you is that as somebody who believes in individual liberties, which I do, I’m vaccinated. And I did that for the protection of myself, for the protection of my family and for the protection of my patients.”
“The crisis is real. Our patient volumes are higher than they ever have been in any summertime period in the history of our hospital and our health system. We’re working the problem. Our health care heroes are flexing, they’re adapting and they’re improvising, working with each other to increase capacity, increase throughput and at the same time, maintain the top quality of care we are known for,” said Dr. Dennis Beck, interim chief administrative officer at Deaconess Henderson Hospital. “The most important thing is to encourage vaccination. If you know somebody, if you know people at your church or your schools who still haven’t been vaccinated or are hesitant, help them get informed.”
“It is exhausting to see more and more patients come in who are struggling,” said Courtney Fales, registered nurse at St. Elizabeth Healthcare. “We have to work twice as hard. It takes more staff, it takes more bodies to keep these patients stable. It just makes me really want people to get vaccinated because the ones that I see struggling right now are the ones who have not gotten the vaccine.”
“Hospitals are being filled all over the country and I would say most of our patients right now are unvaccinated folks,” said Sean Kathman, registered nurse at St. Elizabeth Healthcare. “Patients who we have had, who have been vaccinated, they have been admitted for maybe a day just for observation and have been discharged in a day or two – not nearly as sick as the folks who are unvaccinated. Vaccinations are our No. 1 priority right now.”
“The decision on broader masking, on masking throughout the commonwealth, is now one that’s going to be left to the legislature. But yesterday, having the third highest number of cases we’ve ever had and having 65 people die, that would’ve been the trigger for me,” added Gov. Beshear. “If it was in my authority to put in a masking order for indoors across the state, every other time we’ve been this high, we’ve done that, and it’s worked. It has decreased the number of cases. I can’t do that now, and I get that, and I’ll provide all of the information I can to the General Assembly. Hopefully they will make the best decision they can. But I am begging you out there, put on that mask. We desperately need for you to do it again.”
Latest News from Mayor Fischer and the City of Louisville
Chief Medical Officers: Unvaccinated COVID-19 patients filling up hospitals
On Tuesday, Mayor Greg Fischer and Dr. SarahBeth Hartlage, Associate Medical Director for the Louisville Department of Public Health and Wellness, were joined by the chief medical officers of Baptist Health, Norton Healthcare and UofL Health as well as infectious disease nurse practitioner and vaccine expert, Dr. Ruth Carrico, University of Louisville School of Medicine.
Dr. Chuck Anderson, Baptist Health; Dr. Jason Smith, University of Louisville; and Dr. Steve Hester, Norton Healthcare, each said their hospitals were “very full” with COVID patients at levels near the peak earlier in the year. Each said they’re also working hard to balance many demands: patient care, helping other areas by taking on patients from counties where hospitals have reached capacity, and managing staffing challenges.
“We’re delaying some elective surgeries to give some staffing relief. Our employees are tired, and many are feeling maxed out,” said Dr. Anderson.
All three chief medical officers emphasized that most of the patients in their hospitals for COVID are unvaccinated.
“No one in our ICU for the past three weeks was vaccinated,” said Dr. Smith. “Our hospitals would be in a very different situation if everyone was vaccinated.”
Dr. Hester shared that the average age of those not vaccinated in Norton hospitals is 53. “We have 197 patients in our hospitals today and only 18 are vaccinated. Being vaccinated makes a big difference and it shows in our numbers.”
Vaccines
910,261 total vaccine doses given in Metro Louisville since December.
59.9% of Louisville residents have received at least one dose of vaccine, and 51.9% have completed the vaccine series.
To view this week's COVID briefing with public health officials CLICK HERE. For a list of COVID-19 vaccine sites CLICK HERE.
Dr. Hartlage Encourages Everyone to Wear Masks Indoors or Outdoors
According to Dr. SarahBeth Hartlage, events are the top setting where people report they may have been exposed to the virus before testing positive. These events include family-and-friend gatherings, concerts, sporting games and practices, restaurants and church.
“One thing we have seen more frequently is people mentioning outdoor places and events where they may have been exposed or while they were infectious,” Dr. Hartlage said. “I would encourage everyone to reduce their risk of being exposed to the virus by wearing a mask regardless of vaccination status when they’re in large groups of people outdoors or indoors.”
Additional Vaccine Doses and FDA Approval of Pfizer Vaccine
Dr. Ruth Carrico said FDA’s full approval of the first COVID-19 vaccine is an important milestone that should reassure anyone who has concerns about getting vaccinated.
She said third doses for those who are immunocompromised now, and booster doses later in September for anyone who received Pfizer or Moderna vaccines, is a normal evolution and learning from the science.
“We have a very clever and ferocious virus that we are running to keep in stride,” she said. “Sometimes we’re ahead of it. Sometimes we fall behind. It is our responsibility as clinicians to keep up with the information, weed out what is junk science and what is truth. But also recognize that truth changes the more we learn about the virus. I expect our approach with boosters will continue to evolve.”
People with immunocompromised conditions are encouraged to reach out to their health care providers to schedule a vaccination.
Louisville Metro Government awards $1 million in American Rescue Plan Funding to Block by Block to expand Ambassador program
LOUISVILLE, KY (August 20, 2021) – Louisville Metro Government announced today that Block by Block, a locally headquartered business that runs the Louisville Downtown Partnership’s Business Improvement District (BID) Ambassadors program, has been awarded a $1 million contract to expand the program’s scope, including a Waterfront Park expansion already under way.
The funding comes from the first round of American Rescue Plan (ARP) spending that Mayor Greg Fischer proposed and Metro Council approved in June. That round of spending, representing about $30 million of the city’s $388 million share of ARP funds, was focused on immediate and urgent challenges facing the city: COVID-19 related health needs; the housing, food, and utility instability experienced by vulnerable residents; and economic recovery.
“The work that the Ambassadors do is a key part of continuing our city’s economic momentum,” said Mayor Fischer. “From their work assisting businesses, visitors and others to their role keeping our city safe and clean, they truly are welcoming ambassadors for our community, and I’m pleased to see this effort be expanded.”
Block by Block was the only respondent to the RFP looking to expand the current ambassador services to other commercial areas outside of just downtown. Block by Block’s first downtown ambassador program started in Louisville in 1995 and provides safety/hospitality and environmental maintenance services. The Waterfront expansion will cost $150,000; the remaining $850,000 of the ARP funding will be allocated for to-be-determined commercial corridors that are conducive to a high percentage of pedestrian activity, including mixed use, more on-street parking, higher retail density, etc., including areas with emerging markets.
Services will include walking and bike patrols, as well as supplemental sidewalk cleaning, litter and debris removal, weed control, and communication with business owners, visitors, shoppers, workers and residents. Ambassadors also serve as a deterrent for unwanted activity and will communicate directly with all public safety agencies.
Metro Councilman Bill Hollander (D-9), who is also the Council’s budget committee chairman, said the expansion is a good tool in supporting economic development. “Increasing the Ambassador program, which can do so much to make neighborhoods clean, welcoming, and safe, is a step toward Louisville’s recovery from the pandemic and one which Metro Council was pleased to approve. We look forward to many more announcements about uses of American Rescue Plan funds.”
William P. Schreck, Interim Executive Director of Louisville Downtown Partnership said, “We look forward to expanding the Ambassador’s program, which for many years has served as a staple to the downtown landscape with its focus on hospitality. As people return back to their normal activities our Ambassadors will continue to make them feel welcome and safe as they enjoy our wonderful city.”
Block by Block will assess commercial areas starting Monday, August 23, and will start hiring, training, and placing additional ambassadors. Based on the $850,000 budget, Block by Block will be able to create more than 500 weekly hours of ambassador presence in multiple locations.
Previous projects funded in the first round of ARP funding include those assisting residents facing eviction and difficulties paying their utility bills.
Mayor Fischer and Metro Council leaders last week outlined recommended priorities for the remaining $340 million share of federal ARP funding, focused on four areas: Homelessness and Affordable Housing, Workforce Development and Small Business, Healthy Louisville/Healthy Neighborhoods and Public Safety.
Louisville Metro Council News
Metro Council votes to reopen roads in Cherokee Park
LOUISVILLE, KY (August 26, 2021 - WDRB) -- The debate over whether or not cars should be allowed to go through the Cherokee Park Scenic Loop comes to an end.
Louisville Metro Council on Thursday voted 19-5 to reopen all of the roads through the park to traffic.
In April 2020, to help slow the spread of COVID-19, the city closed the park's roads in an effort to limit gatherings.
Tuesday, the Council Parks Committee voted in favor of reopening the roads. The issue then went to the full council on Thursday to decide if all of the roads should reopen.
"This park has been a cut-through traffic area for a very long time," Councilman Bill Hollander, D-9, said. "If you have walked through the Scenic Loop, you have seen speeding cars cutting through, not enjoying the scenic beauty of Cherokee Park, but cutting through from one area to another."
Some council members noted that they've heard people complain about traffic in the park. But others said all city residents pay taxes for the park and should be able to drive there to enjoy it.
There were concerns by some council members that limited traffic would cause accessibility issues for the handicapped and elderly, making it difficult for them to use the park.
Following the vote, the roads are expected to reopen within the next few days.
Ad Hoc Committee on Redistricting set to redraw boundary lines for all 26 Metro Council Districts based on 2020 US Census Data
Committee invites the public to follow its work in the coming months
LOUISVILLE, KY – The Ad Hoc Committee on Redistricting is moving forward with its goal of redrawing boundary lines for all 26 Metro Council Districts based on 2020 US Census data. State law requires the Metro Council to act after the census is completed.
At its inaugural meeting on Wednesday, the Ad Hoc Committee announced a schedule of meetings to complete its work in time for new districts to be in place for the 2022 election cycle..
“The late arrival of Census data will dramatically compress the timeline for redistricting this year. Despite that challenge, we are committed to conducting the process fairly and openly and look forward to getting public input throughout,” said Councilman Markus Winkler (D-17), Chair of the Ad Hoc Committee.
Pursuant to state statutes, Metro Council boundaries shall be drawn so that the districts are compact, contiguous and the population of each district shall be as nearly equal as is reasonably possible. Whenever possible, each district shall respect existing neighborhood, community, and city boundaries. Boundaries must also satisfy federal constitutional requirements.
“In the past, the process for drawing our Metro Council districts has been one that is based on best serving the people of Louisville by placing a high value on maximizing representation, compactness and equity in each district’s makeup. I am hopeful that we will be able to continue that focus and build on those successes during this redistricting process,” said Councilman Anthony Piagentini (R-19), Vice-Chair of the Ad Hoc Committee.
Joining Winkler and Piagentini on the committee are the following council members: Jessica Green (D-1), Keisha Dorsey (D-3), Cassie Chambers Armstrong (D-8), Rick Blackwell (D-12), and James Peden (R-23).
The Ad Hoc Committee has announced the following meeting schedule. All meetings will be held beginning at 5:00 p.m. in Council Chambers on the following dates:
City solicits proposals for Operator of Safe Outdoor Space
Pilot site serves as a temporary, outdoor shelter for unsheltered residents
LOUISVILLE, KY (August 23, 2021) – Louisville Metro Office of Resilience and Community Services (RCS) has issued a Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) for the operation and management of a Safe Outdoor Space for individuals experiencing homelessness. On August 20, Louisville Metro Government announced it has agreed to purchase property at 212 E. College St. to provide unsheltered residents a safe, outdoor space to live temporarily, secure their belongings and access supportive wrap-around services. Read more.
The Operating Partner (OP) must establish 24/7 staffing capacity for a population size of 40-60 residents while offering flexible, voluntary, and individualized supportive services. The OP assumes all responsibilities including maintenance for operational use and access to campsite, personal tents, amenities, and power installation and connections for Wi-Fi, lighting and facilities i.e., restrooms, showers, sinks, food prep quarters, guest storage and/or debris and trash removals service, to avoid clutter or nuisances. Once the purchase is complete and an OP is in place, residents will be allowed to set up tents, while the city works on constructing semipermanent shelter and shared bathrooms, including showers. Portable toilet and shower facilities will be on-site until a permanent structure is built. Residents will be allowed to have pets at the site. Non-profit organizations, including faith-based organizations, may apply for grant funds. Organizations must be registered with the Internal Revenue Service as a 501(c)(3) entity to be eligible for this funding opportunity. Available funds for this purpose are $1,000,000 for operation and $400,000 for amenities. Applicants may request all or part of the available funds.
Interested parties should visit for a full listing of details including the Safe Outdoor Space Application, Budget Template Application Guide, click here. Proposals will be accepted until 5 p.m. on Friday, September 10, 2021. A virtual orientation will be held on Friday, August 27, 11:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. See information on how to join below.
Key Facts
Applications are submitted online through a web-based software. Link is available here.
The Application Guidelines may be downloaded here.
Applications are submitted using SurveyMonkey. SurveyMonkey will NOT save partial responses. Applicants cannot return to incomplete applications if they exit before completing the entire application. Therefore, applicants are advised to draft responses in a separate program (i.e. Word) then copy/paste each answer into the SurveyMonkey application. If you exit the application before you have completed it, you will need start a new application.
This grant funding initiative is a competitive process. Applications will initially be reviewed by an external panel.
Any applicants representing persons of low and moderate incomes may request technical assistance from Louisville Metro to help resolve issues in their preparation of an application for funding. Applicants seeking technical assistance are asked to either send a message to kiffany.mcafee@louisvilleky.gov or call 502-574-6967.
The Safe Outdoor Space is part of a multipronged approach announced in July for creating shelter and housing for individuals experiencing homelessness. In the future, the property could become a site for affordable housing. In addition to the outdoor space, Louisville Metro is working to identify transitional indoor housing and more permanent supportive housing options, as well as increasing funding for affordable housing.
Please submit all questions for the NOFA for Safe Outdoor Space manager in writing to Kiffany McAfee, Project Manager, Office of Resilience and Community Services, (502) 574.6967, kiffany.mcafee@louisvilleky.gov.
City providing additional funding for its COVID-19 Utility Relief Fund
First $2.5 million will go to help LG&E customers
LOUISVILLE, KY (July 19, 2021) – Mayor Greg Fischer announced today that the city is making additional funding available for its COVID-19 Utility Relief Program, starting with $2.5 million to help residents who have fallen behind on Louisville Gas and Electric Company (LG&E) bills as a result of COVID-19.
The funds are designed to assist residents with a past-due amount on an active LG&E account. The outstanding balance must have occurred since March 16, 2020, and customers will need to attest they have had a financial hardship during the pandemic.
Customers with outstanding balances could receive a one-time credit for up to $1,000 on LG&E bills.
An additional $2.5 million will be shared with Louisville Water Co. in the coming weeks; details on that spending are not yet finalized.
Funding for the Utility Relief Program comes from the first round of Louisville’s Federal American Rescue Plan (ARP), which have been approved to address the city’s most urgent needs. The LG&E funds will be distributed by the city’s Office of Resilience and Community Services (RCS) via the Neighborhood Place network.
“We know financial hardships related to COVID-19 created a high demand for utility assistance, and we have worked with our partners to get people back on track,” said Fischer. “As Louisville continues to recover from the impact of COVID, many households continue to face hardships. We are grateful to utilize this first round of money from the Federal American Rescue Plan to help stabilize our most vulnerable households.”
Earlier in 2021, Louisville assisted more than 11,400 LG&E customers with outstanding balances with $6 million in utility assistance. In addition, Louisville Water Co. was able to provide $4 million in relief to 11,765 residential customers utilizing a new Louisville Metro COVID Relief Portal. Funding for these programs was made possible through general fund dollars freed up by Federal CARES (Coronavirus Aid, Relief, & Economic Security) Act funding in other areas.
The COVID-19 pandemic caused an unprecedented number of households to fall behind on their utility bills due to the widespread loss of employment and diminished pay for many Louisvillians. To demonstrate the current level of need, LG&E reported 21,000 residential customers were eligible for disconnections as of the end of June 2021.
“Throughout the pandemic, in addition to safety, our primary focus has been communicating with our customers, making sure they have the latest information, and know that we are ready and willing to assist them,” said LG&E and KU Vice President-Customer Services, Eileen Saunders. “While we resumed disconnects due to non-payment in mid-June, after suspending them for more than a year and half, we want our customers to know that we’re here to work with them and to help them prevent a loss of service.”
How to apply for the LG&E assistance:
Schedule a drop off appointment in advance at one of four Neighborhood Place Drop Boxes. Appointments can be scheduled by phone by calling 502-977-6636 or online at LGEHelp.itfrontdesk.com. The toll-free service is currently open and is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Eligibility for the Metro LG&E Relief Program:
Jefferson County residency
Experienced a COVID-related economic hardship
Have a past due/delinquent LG&E electric or gas bill since March 16, 2020
There are no income restrictions to receive this utility assistance, however, income documentation is required to gain entry into the LG&E program.
Documentation may include:
Photo ID for adult(s) in the household
Social Security card(s) or official documentation with Social Security numbers for everyone living in the household (or permanence residence/green card)
Current bill with a past due balance, or a brown, disconnect notice from LG&E. (The past due amount must have occurred since March 16, 2020)
LG&E Utility Assistance application form can be downloaded here or found at your nearest Neighborhood Place office drop boxes that include the income documentation form.
These Metro COVID-19 Relief Program funds for LG&E will operate until funding is depleted. Funding will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis.
LG&E would like to remind customers who are behind on their bill that they can set up a payment plan that best fits their situation and spreads out their past due balance over installments. Once a disconnection notice is received, customers can sign up for a payment plan through any of the following options:
LG&E and KU mobile app – available in the App Store and Google Play Store
MyAccount – available through the LG&E and KU website, lge-ku.com
LG&E and KU automated phone system – press 1-2-2-1 at any time
Customers can also visit an LG&E business office in person or speak to a Customer Care representative by phone.
LIHEAP summer cooling assistance enrollment open
Automated appointment line now open to schedule appointments in advance
LOUISVILLE, KY (July 12, 2021) - Louisville Metro Office of Resilience and Community Services (RCS) joins with Community Action Agencies across the state today to begin accepting applications for the 2021 Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Summer Cooling Program. This federally-funded programs is designed to help offset the cost of higher electric bills due to rising temperatures. Applications will be accepted now through October 31, 2021, or until funds are depleted.
The LIHEAP Summer Cooling Program is separated into two components, Subsidy and Crisis, to assist with electric cost. Eligible households can apply for one or both components and participation in prior LIHEAP programs will not affect a household’s eligibility. Households must meet eligibility requirements, with a household income at or below 150% of the Kentucky median income.
The Subsidy component provides households a one-time benefit ranging from $100 to $400 depending on income levels and housing category. The Crisis component is available to eligible households who demonstrate a home energy crisis situation. Crisis benefits will cover the minimum needed to alleviate the crisis not to exceed $600. Households can reapply each time they experience a crisis situation until they reached their maximum benefit.
“Louisville Metro Office of Resilience and Community Services (RCS) is proud to serve as part of the Community Action Kentucky network, and we’re so grateful this assistance is available to help our residents, said Tameka Laird, director of Louisville Metro RCS. “We want Louisvillians and all of our state’s residents to remain healthy, especially when dangerously high temperatures can make homes unsafe.”
How to apply?
Schedule a drop off appointment in advance at one of the seven LIHEAP Drop Boxes. Appointments can be scheduled by phone by calling 502-991-8391 or online at louisvilleky.cascheduler.com. The toll-free service is currently open and is available twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week.
Applicants will be assessed for both the Subsidy and Crisis programs and may receive benefits from both programs if eligible.
LIHEAP required documentation, along with the downloadable LIHEAP Family Profile form and the LIHEAP Application should be dropped off at the LIHEAP site you select, on the day of your appointment (download forms at louisvilleky.gov/LIHEAP or pick up at Drop Boxes).
Applicants will then be contacted by LIHEAP staff within 72 hours (3 business days) of the appointment time.
Required documentation to drop off includes:
Proof of Social Security Number or Permanent Residence card (Green Card) for each member of the household.
Proof of all household’s (all members) income from the preceding month. All individuals 18 or over in the household with no income -- and no way to document that status such as a Food Stamp Award letter -- must have a Proof of No Income Form completed prior to applying for benefits. These forms are available at the LIHEAP Drop Box locations or online at louisvilleky.gov/LIHEAP.
Most current electric bill, or statement from your landlord if electric expenses are included in your rent.
For more descriptions about the drop box locations, income eligibility and other instructions, call the automated LIHEAP information line at 991-8391 or visit www.louisvilleky.cascheduler.com. Residents may also visit https://louisvilleky.gov/LIHEAP for more details.
Individuals who require more information can contact Metro311 by simply dialing 311 or (502) 574-5000, email metro.311@louisvilleky.gov, tweet @LouMetro311, Web: loiusvilleky.gov/tell311, or download the free Mobile Louisville Metro 311 app from the website. Residents can also call Metro United Way’s 2-1-1 help referral service.
Community Action Kentucky administers LIHEAP in partnership with the Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services who receive the funding as a pass-through block grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. More information about LIHEAP and a listing of LIHEAP outreach offices can be found at the Community Action Kentucky website at www.CAPKY.org.
OSHN News
Free Suicide Prevention Trainings
FREE QPR trainings are still available for Jefferson County residents! Question, Persuade and Refer are three steps anyone can learn to help prevent suicide. Join the Louisville Health Advisory Board and the National Alliance on Mental Illness in reaching their goal of 1,500 new Jefferson County residents trained in the QPR model. Sign up for the free, monthly training here.
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
IPCC Climate Report Shows Climate Change is Widespread, Rapid, and Intensifying
This month, hundreds of scientists at the UN Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) released their Sixth Assessment Report, which shows that greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from human activities are responsible for approximately 1.1°C of warming since 1850-1900. It also states human actions still have the potential to determine the future course of climate: immediate, rapid and sustained reductions in GHG emissions are required to limit global temperature rise to 1.5°C.
The New York Times summarized the report with 5 key takeaways:
Human influence has unequivocally warmed the planet.
Climate science is getting better and more precise.
We are locked into 30 years of worsening climate impacts.
Climate changes are happening rapidly.
There is still a window in which humans can alter our climate path.
Read the New York Times summary here and the full Sixth Climate Assessment here.
Churchill Downs Recognized as Top Leader in Energy Efficiency
The Louisville Energy Alliance (LEA) presented awards to eight local organizations as part of its annual Kilowatt Crackdown challenge, with the top honor of Kilowatt Cup going to Churchill Downs Racetrack for superior energy achievements.
Churchill Downs’ efforts began in 2019 with two key initiatives: investments in upgrading their aging building automation systems and bringing a full-time energy manager on board. They also began an aggressive plan to convert over to LED lighting technology throughout the facility, updated chilled water equipment in the central plant and educated staff on how to best reduce energy consumption through daily operations. The racetrack's reductions are equivalent to keeping 493 vehicles off the road for a year.
“Just like Louisville Metro Government, Churchill Downs has led by example through hiring a full-time energy manager to find opportunities for energy savings," Mayor Fischer said. "I encourage all organizations, companies and residents to invest in energy-saving efforts because they will see a reduction in operating costs while also helping Louisville reach our city-wide 100% clean energy goals.”
Additional winners are as follows:
K-12 Facility – Lanesville Schools
Office Facility – Underwriters Group and NTS 500 North Building
Specialty Healthcare Facility – UofL Health Peace Hospital
Medical Office Facility – Norton Healthcare Building 224
Hospital Facility – Baptist Hospital LaGrange
Religious Facility – Southeast Christian Church LaGrange
Environmental Stewardship – Louisville Nature Center
The LEA is offering free assistance to building owners who want to begin tracking and reducing their energy use. The next 3-part training series kicks off September 24; registration is at https://tinyurl.com/PMTrainingLEA.
Building on the LSC's mission to connect communities and create change, the Louisville Sustainability Council presents Powering the Movement: Building Community to Fight Climate Change. This event will explore the intersections between climate change, social equity, and community resilience. As the sustainability movement continues to gain momentum through renewed national attention, communities are calling for innovative ideas and immediate action. Join to discuss climate justice, advocacy, and community building to discover your role in creating meaningful change.
Discounted tickets available to LSC members. Click here to learn more and buy tickets.
Upcoming Events
PLANT 5K Run & Walk for Louisville Grows
The PLANT 5K Run & Walk is Louisville Grows' annual fundraiser to support their mission to grow greener, healthier neighborhoods by planting 5,000 trees by 2025. On Saturday, September 18, it will be hybrid event, offering runners and walkers the opportunity to participate in-person or virtually. The race features unique medals, sustainable swag and best practices for an eco-friendly environment. Learn more and register here.
Citizen Forester 101 Training
Help restore and maintain Louisville's urban tree canopy by becoming a Citizen Forester! At Citizen Forester 101 Training hosted by Louisville Grows on Saturday, September 25, participants are taught basic tree anatomy and physiology, environmental stewardship, tree planting skills and how to lead other volunteers in proper planting and caring for trees. Learn more and sign up here.
2021 Louisville Earth Walk
Registration is officially open for the 5th Annual Louisville Earth Walk on Saturday, October 23. There are two free registration options: in-person at Cherokee Park and a virtual option that allows you to participate from wherever you are. Register and donate at LouisvilleEarthWalk.org. Celebrate Earth and support the organizations that work on her behalf!
JCPS News
Middle school mail room converted to free needs-based closet with food, clothes and school supplies
LOUISVILLE, KY (August 25, 2021 - WAVE - Sean Baute) - Students at Newburg Middle School now have a couple new resources at school adding to their emotional, physical and educational well-being.
For one example, the Student Achievement Community Center is being called a game-changer.
Whether it’s food, school supplies, clothes or shoes, if students need them, they can get them. There is also a washer and dryer for families to use.
Ronnie Stoner, the youth service coordinator, and the man who spearheaded the operation, said he can feel the effect it’s going to have.
“Gone are the days of students coming into the school with the same outfit that they wore on the previous day,” Stoner said, fighting back tears. “Gone are the days that a student will only eat school breakfast, lunch. Gone are the days that a student comes into our building with dirty clothes.”
The SACC came to life because community partners came together and made it happen.
Meijer, Amazon, California Closets and Zappos all helped with the clothes, food, shoes and other goods.
The SACC was not the only thing unveiled to the students Wednesday.
Down the hall, the technology-filled Verizon Lab opened, thanks to a grant given to JCPS.
It includes 3D printing, robotics and virtual reality, all to make learning fun, and students think that will happen.
“Most kids don’t like to go to school,” 7th grader Xavielle Brooks said. “But I can tell you almost everybody here is going to be happy to go to school knowing they can learn how to program and do all the techie stuff, but also have fun doing it.”
There are still more Verizon labs to be announced in JCPS. The district said the goal is to put them in areas within the district where they’re needed most.
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
Mayor and FOP president announce tentative contract agreements for Louisville Metro Police
Includes competitive salaries for LMPD to retain and attract quality people, and substantive reforms to advance community-police relations
LOUISVILLE, KY (August 20, 2021) – Mayor Greg Fischer and Ryan Nichols, President of the River City Fraternal Order of Police (FOP), announced today that they have reached tentative agreements on new contracts that bring highly competitive salaries to Louisville Metro Police officers, sergeants and lieutenants, along with substantive reforms to address oversight, enhance supervision and build community trust.
The city and FOP began negotiations in January on two employment contracts: one for police officers and sergeants, which expired June 30; and another for lieutenants, which expired in June 2018.
“From the outset, my team committed to ensuring that we have a pay scale that allows us to recruit and retain the most talented people possible, while also making reforms to further trust between the police and the community they serve,” the Mayor said. “My hope is that the men and women of LMPD see this as an investment in them, that those considering law enforcement see it as an invitation to a fulfilling career, and that our residents see it as evidence of our commitment to bring major reformative changes to address accountability and community trust.”
The next step is a vote by FOP members to ratify the contracts. If approved, it will be followed by a Metro Council vote, with final authorization by the Mayor. There will be an opportunity for public comment before the Council vote, through the normal Council process. The proposal will be shared with the public when delivered to union members within the next few days. The FOP vote is expected the week of September 6.
The proposed contracts include significant salary increases over the next two years for both rank-and-file officers and mid-level command staff:
In this fiscal year, starting officers will make just over $49,500. By next year, FY 2023, officers’ salaries will range from $51,000 to nearly $79,000 at career end.
Sergeants’ salaries will range from $78,700 to $93,500 in FY23.
Lieutenants’ salaries will be $98,000 to $123,100 in FY23.
The contract would guarantee raises for all union members every two years, so a recruit signing on today, for example, could expect to make nearly $65,000 two years from now under the proposal.
The salary improvements are designed to both retain existing sworn staff and attract recruits. LMPD wants to remain competitive with surrounding communities for the best and brightest talent. The Mayor noted that LMPD has more opportunities for training, experience and advancement than any other police department in the Commonwealth; this contract is meant to further incentivize experienced officers to apply as LMPD re-imagines itself for the future of policing.
The substantive reforms in the proposed contract represent a collaborative effort by LMPD and its labor union to address community demands for greater accountability. The reforms include:
Enhancements to discipline, oversight, and record retention;
Mandatory critical-incident alcohol and drug testing;
Required training to Internal Affairs investigators;
Retaining past findings of bias, untruthfulness, excessive force, sexual misconduct and other criminal conduct as permanent parts of disciplinary records.
Recognition of the Inspector General and the Citizens Review and Accountability Board;
Opportunities to build community relations through volunteerism and engagement.
“These changes align the police department with the best practices of reform-minded police forces across the country,” Mayor Fischer said.
Even before the FOP negotiations began, LMPD had already implemented reforms, including modifying its Standard Operating Procedures for search warrants and seizures; resuming random drug testing; and changing its Professional Standards Unit process regarding cases when a police officer separates from LMPD before an investigation is complete.
LMPD Police Chief Erika Shields said the proposed contract agreements are significant on many fronts. “With the challenges we face on gun violence and staffing, our city needs highly motivated officers, and the competitive salary pieces of this contract will help us achieve that,” she said. “At the same time, it sets clear directives for meeting the community’s expectations for reform. Those too, will make us a stronger force.”
Nichols, president of the River City FOP Lodge 614, said, “Our committee worked relentlessly, during these negotiations, to help ensure the LMPD is a department that is able to recruit the most qualified candidates and retain our outstanding officers. We feel this contract is another step in that direction.”
Both he and Mayor Fischer thanked Chief Shields for advocating for her staff, and the FOP and Metro negotiating teams for their collaboration in developing the proposed contracts.
“These contracts reflect a dramatic step in reimagining public safety. The work to get us here reflects a commitment to pay our officers a competitive wage for the important work they do, and shows that we’ve heard and are responding to calls in the community for greater accountability and transparency,” Mayor Fischer said. “Together, we’ve taken a contract that hasn’t been significantly changed in decades and re-worked it to realize our goal of having the best police department in the nation.”
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).
Serving households in the 40213, 40218 & 40219 Zip Codes Only
First Come, First Served Basis
Picture ID & proof of residency required!
Sponsored By:
Peace Presbyterian Church
4210 East Indian Trail
Louisville, KY 40213
Louisville Free Public Library News
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Louisville Free Public Library to host exhibit, panel discussion marking 20th anniversary of September 11 attacks
Exhibit opens September 9 at the Main Library, 301 York Street
LOUISVILLE, KY (August 20, 2021) – Following the September 11 attacks on the World Trade Center, New Yorkers did something rather unexpected, they took photographs – lots of them. What began as a single photo hung in the window of a SoHo storefront became perhaps the most important crowdsourcing photo exhibition of our time. The resulting collection, here is new york: the september 11 photographs, returns to the Main branch of the Louisville Free Public Library to mark the 20th anniversary of the tragedy.
The exhibition features 500 photographs taken the day of and in the aftermath of the September 11 attack, by professional photographers and amateurs alike. The images are presented without titles or commentary. The result is both a vivid reminder of the horror of that day, and a celebration of the human spirit and strong determination of New Yorkers and Americans in general.
here is new york will be on display at the Main Library (301 York Street), September 9 - November 14 as part of the Louisville Photo Biennial. An opening reception and panel discussion, United We Stood: Memories of 9/11, will be held at the Main Library on September 9 at 6:30 p.m. Moderator Melissa Swan and panelists Elizabeth Kramer (former employee in the Peace Corps’ New York office at the World Trade Center), Pete Longton (photojournalist who covered Ground Zero for WHAS-11), and Charles Traub (photographer/educator, co-founder of here is new york) will recall their first-hand experiences during and following the attacks.
The Louisville Public Library's collection of the here is new york photographs was a gift of Charles Traub and his family to the Library. Charles Traub was one of the original founding organizers of the exhibition in New York, and managed it with colleagues through the course of its exhibitions from 2001 to 2003. Mary Cadden Traub and Aaron Traub were part of a core group who maintained the organization's activities throughout those same years. The Traubs are natives of Louisville, Kentucky.
The panel discussion and exhibition are free and open to the public. For more information, please visit LFPL.org/Exhibits.
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Other Free Programs & Activities
LFPL has lots of free programs, storytimes, and other activities for kids and teens this summer. Learn more at www.LFPL.org/events.
Louisville Zoo News
“Boo at the Zoo presented by Meijer” Celebrates 40 Years; tickets on Sale September 1 for This Popular Event
Families can social distance and celebrate Halloween festivities at the Zoo
This year, the Louisville Zoo celebrates 40 years of merry – not scary – fun at its annual Halloween event, Boo at the Zoo presented by Meijer. Tickets go on sale September 1 at 10 a.m. for the Halloween event that takes place October 1-3, 7-10, 14-17, 21-24 and 28-30 (Thursday – Sunday nights, October 1-30).
Children can dress up in their wildest costumes for the event that turns the Zoo into a living storybook, complete with favorite characters brought to life, music, socially-distanced photo opportunities around every corner and, of course, a safe place to trick-or-treat for kids 11 and under.
Boo at the Zoo presented by Meijer will have reduced nightly capacity to allow for ease of traffic flow and social distancing.
Tickets
Tickets for Boo at the Zoo presented by Meijer are $12.50 for non-members (both adults and children 3 and older) and $6 for members (both adults and children 3 and older). Children 2 and under are free and do not require a ticket. To minimize contact points, tickets are all-inclusive, covering the cost of Boo at the Zoo admission, parking, Spooktacular Carousel, “not-so-itsy-bitsy” Spider House and the Headless Horseman of Sleepy Hollow attraction.
Members and guests can purchase tickets online at LouisvilleZoo.org, with their chosen date and arrival time. Tickets are limited each night and some nights may sell out quickly.
Boo at the Zoo presented by Meijer is a rain or shine event.
A limited amount of Meijer anytime tickets can be purchased at participating Meijer stores for $10.50 beginning September 26. Visit LouisvilleZoo.org/meijer for a list of stores.
Event Hours/Special Dates
On Boo at the Zoo event days:
The Zoo will close early for regular daytime visitors. Gates will close at 3 p.m. with guests being allowed to visit until 4 p.m.
Halloween guests can begin entering the Zoo at their selected times, starting at 5 p.m. The trick-or-treat route closes, and all guests must exit by 10 p.m.
Allergy Friendly night is Thursday, October 21 and will feature peanut-free treat booths and added non-food treats like stickers, pencils and more. Children with allergies can request an allergy-friendly option at each of the booths.
Costumes
The Zoo encourages all visitors to wear costumes and ask that they be family friendly. Adults may not wear full costume masks that cover the entire face.
To learn more about the event and Boo at the Zoopresented by Meijer activities, visit louisvillezoo.org/boo.
Boo at the Zoo is presented by Meijer and sponsored by Ford Motor Company, Great Clips and PNC Grow Up Great with additional support from Councilman Pat Mulvihill & District 10 residents, Kid’s Dentistree, Ky Saves 529, Norton Children’s, Philpot Hay Company, T-Mobile, UPS and USA Image. Special thanks to Kosair Charities and Nu-Yale.
For updates to health policies and possible mask requirements before your chosen Boo night, please visit louisvillezoo.org/together.
Animals: While guests may catch a glimpse of a few, many animals will not be on exhibit in the evenings so they can rest and follow their regular fall schedules. There are no promises, but guests are most likely to see maned wolves, jaguars, bongos, and rhinoceros.
Boo at the Zoo presented by Meijer provides critical support every year to the Zoo’s animal care programs, visitor experience and conservation education.
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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).
LouieConnect
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.
Air-Fried Korean Chicken Wings
These Korean-style air-fried wings are crispy, sticky and spicy. Cooked in an air fryer they are ready in less than 30 minutes. They are perfect as an appetizer or add some rice and veggies on the side and you have a balanced meal.
