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Hello neighbors and friends,
Did you know that you may not be a part of the fabulous District 7 by the end of 2021? That's right. Boundaries are being redrawn. It's called redistricting. And your Councilperson may change.
Redistricting occurs every 10 years as a result of the U.S. Census data. This year, by December 7th (30 days from the 2022 election filing deadline - January 7th), each of the 26 Metro Council districts must be redrawn. Some neighborhoods will shift because there is a mandate to ensure that each district is equally divided by population. The 2020 Census numbers revealed that at least six districts have over 30,000 residents, while others range in size from 27,000 - 29,000. It is reported that citizens are moving to eastern Jefferson County and some of the western and southern areas of our city are losing population. Those districts will be shifted eastward to evenly distribute the population.
There is a method to the redistricting madness. Districts must be compact, contiguous, and the population of each district shall be as nearly equal as is reasonably possible. In other words, redistricting shall respect existing neighborhoods and city boundaries. You can rest assured that if you live in an incorporated city, that city will remain as your city. For example: Windy Hills will remain Windy Hills, Woodlawn Hills will remain Woodlawn Hills, and Indian Hills will remain Indian Hills. Your city will not change. However, as in the current case with St. Matthews, Northfield, Lyndon and several others in District 7, the boundaries may be drawn to cause a portion of a city to fall inside the boundaries of another district. The only thing that changes is the councilperson who will represent you. In redrawing the boundaries, there is a 5% deviation of cross-population allowed.
The map at the bottom of this message is the current District 7 map (see salmon-colored area). A new proposed map will be available in the next week or two. I will announce the next Muffins with McCraney in next week's eNewsletter, so that we can discuss redistricting for District 7 and view the map. You will learn at that meeting who your Council representative may be, if your place of residence is drawn within another district boundary. In the meantime, if you wish to hear the latest update, please tune in to the next redistricting meeting on Wednesday, October 13, 2021. The meeting begins at 5:00 p.m., and you can find us on Facebook HERE.
Here are some related notices/press releases pertaining to the redistricting process:
Legal Notice for redistricting
July 22, 2021 - Press Release
Council Seeks Public Comment on Redistricting - September 2, 2021
Volunteers should meet at the pavilion
near the parking lot to pick up provided supplies.
Water, Snacks, and Brightside T-shirts will also be Provided.
Please email logan.fogle@louisvilleky.gov
or call the District 7 office at 574-1107 to sign up.
We have some volunteers (Yeah!!!). Are you one of them?
Would love to see you there!
Congratulations Mayor Hilbrecht (City of Crossgate)! He has joined RunSwitch Public Relations as the Vice President. Lt. Col. Hilbrecht previously served as the Director of Public Relations/Affairs for the Kentucky National Guard and Kentucky's Department of Military Affairs. He has an extensive and proven track record of personal success combined with a passion for public service.
Best wishes in your new role, Mayor Hilbrecht. You make District 7 proud!
MEETING DATE: October 14, 2021
MEETING TIME: 1:00 PM
LOCATION: ONLINE - CLICK BELOW:
https://louisvilleky.gov/government/upcoming-public-meetings
For basic details of this case, please click here.
For specific case information, please call or email the listed case manager, Joel Dock, at joel.dock@louisvilleky.gov
If you have any questions, please contact Planning & Design directly at 574-6230.
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Constituents have been calling to ask about JCPS COVID testing. There are 29 JCPS middle and high schools with drive thru COVID-19 testing sites for JCPS students, staff and families. These sites are open Mon.-Fri. from 3 - 7 pm. Here is a list of the sites.
District 7 Sites
Ballard High School, 6000 Brownsboro Road
Kammerer Middle School, 7315 Wesboro Road
Westport Middle School, 8100 Westport Road
Due to the high demand, it is recommended you make an appointment to get a test.
Click here for more information about JCPS COVID testing.
Click here for more information about COVID testing in Louisville.
Getting your flu shot any year is a good idea, but this year especially. As we have seen our healthcare facilities and frontline workers stretched to (and beyond) capacity, small things like getting a flu shot can prevent you from becoming severely ill down the road. A flu shot could help relieve some of the burden on our healthcare system, and keep you healthy!
Click here for more information.
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) launched a service last Friday to expand options for Kentuckians to renew their state driver’s licenses and ID cards remotely through a mail-in renewal program.
The revamped mail-in service is administered solely by KYTC and is one of the modern conveniences available to Kentuckians as a result of the phased transfer of licensing services to KYTC Driver Licensing Regional Offices from local Offices of the Circuit Court Clerks. All counties will transfer services by June 30, 2022.
The mail-in program offers the following services:
- Renewal of a four-year driver’s license, combo motorcycle/operator license, ID card.
- Card must expire within six months – or have been expired for less than a year – and the applicant wants to maintain the same card version as their current license (standard or REAL ID).
- Request new driver’s license, combo motorcycle/operator license, ID card if you need to update your address. One valid proof of address change is required. A list of acceptable documents can be found here.
- Kentuckians requesting a license replacement (lost/stolen cards). Card will be mailed to the address on file.
- Hard-copy cards will be mailed within 10-15 business days after successful processing.
Renewal forms can be downloaded and printed on drive.ky.gov. Completed forms may be mailed to KYTC’s Division of Driver Licensing at 200 Mero Street., Frankfort, KY 40622 or placed in a drop-box at the same location. Forms may also be emailed to KYTC.DDLLicenseRenewal@ky.gov. Printed forms are available at all Driver Licensing Regional Offices and at participating public libraries, Circuit Court Clerk and County Clerk offices.
Kentuckians now have three options to renew credentials: online, by mail or in person. A list of services offered through each renewal method, as well as more details about the mail-in program, are available at drive.ky.gov.
Kentuckians who have a Kentucky REAL ID and are due to renew may do so through the mail-in or online renewal services.
The mail-in renewal option does not apply to:
- Kentuckians upgrading from standard-issue license to a REAL ID.
- Kentuckians who would like a card with an eight-year renewal cycle.
- Renewals that involve name updates. Those must be made in person at any Driver Licensing Regional Office, or Office of Circuit Court Clerk in the customer’s county of residence if they are still in operation.
- Commercial driver’s licenses (CDL),
Initial application for a REAL ID. Requests must be made in person at a KYTC Driver Licensing Regional Office due to document verification requirements.
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Project Warm's mission is to provide energy conservation services and education to promote energy-saving practices in the community. As a 501(c)(3) non-profit, Project Warm delivers free weatherization services to low-income households, seniors, and people with disabilities living in Jefferson County. The benefits of their services include lower energy usage, reduced climate pollution, affordable housing, improved health, increased safety and neighborhood stability.
Please call 636-9276 or email courtney@projectwarm.org if you are interested in volunteering or becoming a participant.
In recognition of October being Adopt-A-Shelter-Dog-Month, Louisville Metro Animal Services (LMAS) sets a goal of 100 large-breed dog adoptions by Oct. 31st. LMAS is celebrating Adopt A Shelter Dog Month with free large dog adoptions for approved adopters, who will also receive a free dog crate for their new four-legged companion, thanks to the non-profit Friends of Metro Animal Services (FOMAS) . Every adoption includes spay/neuter, microchip, and vaccinations. To view adoptable pets or to complete an adoption application before your visit, click here. Animal House Adoption Center is located at 3516 Newburg Road and is open from 12-6pm daily, no appointment required.
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- About 1 in 8 U.S. women (about 13%) will develop invasive breast cancer over the course of her lifetime.
- In 2021, an estimated 281,550 new cases of invasive breast cancer are expected to be diagnosed in women in the U.S., along with 49,290 new cases of non-invasive (in situ) breast cancer.
- About 2,650 new cases of invasive breast cancer are expected to be diagnosed in men in 2021. A man’s lifetime risk of breast cancer is about 1 in 833.
- About 43,600 women in the U.S. are expected to die in 2021 from breast cancer. Death rates have been steady in women under 50 since 2007, but have continued to drop in women over 50. The overall death rate from breast cancer decreased by 1% per year from 2013 to 2018. These decreases are thought to be the result of treatment advances and earlier detection through screening.
- For women in the U.S., breast cancer death rates are higher than those for any other cancer, besides lung cancer.
- As of January 2021, there are more than 3.8 million women with a history of breast cancer in the U.S. This includes women currently being treated and women who have finished treatment.
- Breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer among American women. In 2021, it's estimated that about 30% of newly diagnosed cancers in women will be breast cancers.
- Breast cancer became the most common cancer globally as of 2021, accounting for 12% of all new annual cancer cases worldwide, according to the World Health Organization.
- In women under 45, breast cancer is more common in Black women than white women. Overall, Black women are more likely to die of breast cancer. For Asian, Hispanic, and Native-American women, the risk of developing and dying from breast cancer is lower. Ashkenazi Jewish women have a higher risk of breast cancer because of a higher rate of BRCA mutations.
- Breast cancer incidence rates in the U.S. began decreasing in the year 2000, after increasing for the previous two decades. They dropped by 7% from 2002 to 2003 alone. One theory is that this decrease was partially due to the reduced use of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) by women after the results of a large study called the Women’s Health Initiative were published in 2002. These results suggested a connection between HRT and increased breast cancer risk. In recent years, incidence rates have increased slightly by 0.5% per year.
- A woman’s risk of breast cancer nearly doubles if she has a first-degree relative (mother, sister, daughter) who has been diagnosed with breast cancer. Less than 15% of women who get breast cancer have a family member diagnosed with it.
- About 5-10% of breast cancers can be linked to known gene mutations inherited from one’s mother or father. Mutations in the BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes are the most common. On average, women with a BRCA1 mutation have up to a 72% lifetime risk of developing breast cancer. For women with a BRCA2 mutation, the risk is 69%. Breast cancer that is positive for the BRCA1 or BRCA2 mutations tends to develop more often in younger women. An increased ovarian cancer risk is also associated with these genetic mutations. In men, BRCA2 mutations are associated with a lifetime breast cancer risk of about 6.8%; BRCA1 mutations are a less frequent cause of breast cancer in men.
- About 85% of breast cancers occur in women who have no family history of breast cancer. These occur due to genetic mutations that happen as a result of the aging process and life in general, rather than inherited mutations.
- The most significant risk factors for breast cancer are sex (being a woman) and age (growing older).
References
- American Cancer Society. How Common Is Breast Cancer? Jan. 2021. Available at: https://www.cancer.org/cancer/breast-cancer/about/how-common-is-breast-cancer.html.
- American Cancer Society. Key Statistics for Breast Cancer in Men. Jan. 2021. Available at: https://www.cancer.org/cancer/breast-cancer-in-men/about/key-statistics.html.
- American Cancer Society. Cancer Facts & Figures 2021. Available at: https://www.cancer.org/content/dam/cancer-org/research/cancer-facts-and-statistics/annual-cancer-facts-and-figures/2021/cancer-facts-and-figures-2021.pdf.
- Reuters. Breast cancer overtakes lung as most common cancer-WHO. Feb. 2021. Available at: https://www.reuters.com/article/health-cancer-int/breast-cancer-overtakes-lung-as-most-common-cancer-who-idUSKBN2A219B.
- National Cancer Institute. BRCA Gene Mutations: Cancer Risk and Genetic Testing. Nov. 2020. Available at: https://www.cancer.gov/about-cancer/causes-prevention/genetics/brca-fact-sheet.
- American Cancer Society. Breast Cancer Risk Factors You Cannot Change. Sept. 2019. Available at: http://www.cancer.org/cancer/breast-cancer/risk-and-prevention/breast-cancer-risk-factors-you-cannot-change.html.
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On October 23rd from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm, St. Thomas Episcopal Church is hosting Trunk or Treat. All ghouls, goblins, superheroes, princesses, monsters and witches (and their friends) are invited to "Trunk-or-Treat." There will be hot dogs, chili, games, a bounce house, Halloween crafts and trick-or-treating. Everyone is welcome! Rain date will be October 30th.
St. Thomas Episcopal Church is located at 9616 Westport Road.
Since 1997, the Chamber of St. Matthews and City of St. Matthews have brought together thousands of area residents, dozens of organizations, and countless area businesses in a fun-filled, family friendly Halloween event.
The City of St. Matthews’ annual Halloween in Brown Park is enjoyed by children of all ages, even those who are a child at heart. The event is free to all, with the exception of optional food and drink which are provided by a nonprofit group as a fundraiser. If you have never attended this event, Halloween in Brown Park offers music, games, inflatables, hayrides, and a whole lot more!
The festivities begin Saturday, October 23 at 11 am in Brown Park, located at the corner of Kresge Way and Browns Lane, next to Baptist Healthcare. Free parking is available at the doctors building across from the hospital, located at 4007 Kresge Way. Promptly at 11:30 am the trick-or-treating begins at the pavilion. Over 50 businesses and organizations are set up along the way to give the little “ghosts and goblins” treats and surprises. The entire event concludes at 3:00 pm.
St. Matthews’ Halloween in Brown Park is a safe, fun, and free family-orientated event, and there is much more to do than just collect candy. Plan now to attend for the most jam-packed four hours of fun your family can have, and best of all it’s FREE!
Event is rain or shine.
In the case of a dangerous weather event OR due to COVID-19 restrictions some changes may occur to keep the event safe.
Click here for more information.
Real 93.1 and 98.9 KISS FM are excited to return for the Annual Sista Strut Breast Cancer 3k presented by Baptist Health Cancer Care on October 16 at Slugger Field! Sista Strut's mission is to increase awareness about breast cancer and provide information on community resources in the area. A portion of the proceeds from the Sista Strut 3k presented by Baptist Health Cancer Care will benefit Kentucky African Americans Against Cancer.
Due to COVID-19 safety precautions, refunds will be issued on a case by case basis up until 7 days prior to the event. Should the event cancel, purchasers will receive base ticket price refunds less services & processing fees.
Contact HannahCherryholmes@iheartmedia.com or 502-671-3443 with questions or concerns.
Click here for more information.
Want to see pieces of water mains more than 150 years old? Study a cross-section of a fire hydrant? Or explore a 100-foot-tall restored steam pump? You should check out the WaterWorks museum and the Water Tower Park!
An entry ticket you can purchase here will get you the following:
WaterWorks Museum (30 minutes - 45 minutes) — Located in Pumping Station No. 1, the museum highlights Louisville Water’s considerable archive of historic photographs (some dating back to 1860), films and memorabilia. The museum appeals to visitors of all ages, including children, with tower-building activities, a station to dress up like water company employees, scavenger hunts and much more. Visitors will also discover Louisville Water’s groundbreaking research in water science and engineering contributing to safe drinking water methods used throughout the world.
Guided Tour (45 minutes - 1 hour) — Learn about the iconic Water Tower and participate in a tour of the grounds on the banks of the Ohio River. Also included in the guided tour is time inside Pumping Station No. 3, to see a 100-foot-tall restored steam pump and see a film on its history. Tours begin at the top of each hour
The Museum opening day is Sunday, October 10 from 12-5 pm.
The Fall Encampment is an opportunity for the public to enjoy the festival-like atmosphere of a late harvest camp as the American and British armies go into winter quarters. Hawkers, sutlers, entertainers, gawkers, local gentry, farmers, and all the citizens for miles around congregate to offer wares and entertainment, seek pleasure and a spectacle, and most importantly be part of one of the most important local events they may see in their lives during the 18th century. Far more than only a military encampment, it is a rare opportunity for local folks to have access to such a large event. We'll have musical and other entertainment, trade and military demonstrations, sutlers and vendors, food and drink sellers along with military and civilian living historians.
This event will be on Saturday and Sunday, October 30th and 31st, from 10:00 am to 4:30 pm.
Click here for more information.
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. Get your tickets now for this Halloween event, which 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 will have reduced nightly capacity to allow for ease of traffic flow and social distancing.
CycLOUvia is back in the Highlands! This is an unique opportunity to cycle, skate, walk or dance in the streets freely without vehicles.
The road will be closed off to vehicles on Bardstown Road from Douglass Boulevard to Grinstead Drive from 2:00 to 6:00 PM Sunday October 10th.
Click here for a video from a past CycLOUvia.
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We've all been there- you want a cold, carbonated drink and you find that the fridge was not properly restocked. Instead of getting annoyed at the inconvenience, try this: put your drink in a large pot and cover it with ice. Fill the pot with water, add a couple cups of salt, and stir until the salt is dissolved. Your canned beverage will magically be cold. Or, you could always just pour the soda into a cup of ice. But this way is much cooler.
If it is bugging you that your nice coffee table has water rings on it, try this out: blast the stains with a hair dryer on a low heat setting until they start to disappear. When they're gone, rub a little bit of olive oil on the spot to recondition the wood.
The good news: you cooked yourself a lavish meal. The bad news: now there are burn marks on your pan. Instead of resigning yourself to ages of hard scrubbing, follow this tip from Martha Stewart. Fill the pot or pan with cold water and two to three tablespoons of salt and let it sit overnight. The next day, bring the water to a boil, pour it out, and do a final wash with soap.
In a pinch, like when you're traveling, you can spruce up wrinkled clothes by hanging them in the bathroom while you shower. When the room gets steamy, the heat and moisture will help un-wrinkle your duds for you, but you will want to smooth the clothes out by hand afterward.
Metro Louisville now has an interactive map that will allow you to see what is happening in your neighborhood as well as others across the city. The map updates daily and if you choose you can receive alerts for your area by subscribing using the red receive alerts button on the page. Click here to try it out: Interactive Map to Track Crime.
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*District 7 Disclaimer: By taking part in District 7 events, you grant Councilwoman Paula McCraney full rights to use the images resulting from photograph/video filming. Councilwoman McCraney will have the right to any reproductions or adaptations of the images for inclusion in her e-Newsletter or other Council publications. This might include, but is not limited to, the right to use them in printed and online materials, social media and news releases.
If you do not wish to be photographed, please inform logan.fogle@louisvilleky.gov prior to event attendance.
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