
Free event in Broad Run Park features birding walks, crafts and games on Feb. 19
Louisville, Ky. (February 18, 2022) — Birders of all ages, grab your binoculars! Join Parklands Interpretive Rangers for a morning of birdwatching during the Great Backyard Bird Count on February 19, 2022, in Broad Run Park! Launched in 1998 by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology and National Audubon Society, the Great Backyard Bird Count (GBBC) was the first online citizen-science project to collect data on wild birds and to display results in near real time.
This citizen science event allows people of all ages to begin or continue their journey into birding. Participants can drop in any time between 7 a.m. and 11 a.m. at the Ogle Foundation Woodland Pavilion in Broad Run Park. Activities include four Interpretive Ranger-led birding walks, a bird-guide craft, migration game and free hot cocoa! Bird walks depart from the Woodland Pavilion at the following times:
- 7:30 a.m.
- 8:15 a.m.
- 9 a.m. (bird walk on paved Lowland Plain Trail; wheelchair and stroller-friendly)
- 9:45 a.m.
On each bird walk, Interpretive Rangers will keep track of bird counts using the Cornell Lab of Ornithology eBird app. At the end of the day, The Parklands will tally up all bird counts and add them to the GBBC. This event is free and open to all. Registration is not required. Dress warmly for this all-outdoor program.
GBBC Golden Eye Competition In the name of citizen science, The Parklands of Floyds Fork and the Louisville Nature Center have challenged each other to a Great Backyard Bird Count duel! This friendly competition will determine who can count the most bird species inside their area during the days of the GBBC February 18-21. The winner will take home a coveted pair of golden binoculars. Help your favorite outdoor retreat win the golden binoculars by attending an event hosted by The Parklands or Louisville Nature Center. If you are unable to attend scheduled events, you can still participate by birding at either location on your own February 18-21 and turning in your own e-bird checklist (The Parklands 2022 count area is limited to Broad Run Park).
Programs for all ages are in full swing at The Parklands, including weekly Wednesday Wonders for pre-k and elementary aged children, a new monthly walking club and more. View information on all upcoming events at www.theparklands.org/events. For media inquiries, contact Director of Communications & Marketing Anna Rosales-Crone at (502) 271-9796 or acrone@theparklands.org.
22-CFR-0002 Fire Station #4 12602 TAYLORSVILLE RD 20 02/09/2022 03/02/2022 Priscilla Bowman New fire station for the city of Jeffersontown to be Station No. 4 https://aca-prod.accela.com/LJCMG/Cap/CapDetail.aspx?Module=Planning&TabName=Planning&capID1=22REC&capID2=00000&capID3=18180&agencyCode=LJCMG
22-FFO-0001 Landscaping Business Expansion 3001 S ENGLISH STATION RD 20 02/11/2022 03/02/2022 Tara Sorrels A category 2B review for increased parking on 5+ acres in the M2 zoning district. https://aca-prod.accela.com/LJCMG/Cap/CapDetail.aspx?Module=Planning&TabName=Planning&capID1=22REC&capID2=00000&capID3=19817&agencyCode=LJCMG
22-LANDSCAPE-0025 Tucker Station Development 3311 TUCKER STATION RD 20 02/10/2022 Sherie Long A revised landscape plan and original tree preservation plan https://aca-prod.accela.com/LJCMG/Cap/CapDetail.aspx?Module=Planning&TabName=Planning&capID1=22REC&capID2=00000&capID3=19069&agencyCode=LJCMG
Salt and pepper, peanut butter and jelly - some things just go together, just like Lewis and Fizz. Together since birth, the farthest apart this brother and sister have ever been is separate rooms in the same house. It can be hard to make heads or tails of major life changes, like finding yourself in the animal shelter - so it's a good thing this bonded pair has each other. Adopt Lewis and Fizz so they can be together furever. Their adoption fees are waived thanks to the Pay It Forward Program. Lewis and Fizz are four years old. Both are already neutered and spayed, microchipped, and vaccinated. The pair loves cat trees and they're used to regularly having their nails trimmed. To meet or adopt Lewis and Fizz, visit Animal House Adoption Center, located at 3516 Newburg Road from 12 to 6pm daily. For more info about Lewis and Fizz, call 502-473-PETS.
Don’t miss this sweet adoption deal! All adult dog adoptions are free for approved adopters and include a free dog crate through Feb. 14th. All of pets are spayed-neutered, microchipped, and up-to-date on vaccinations. Mahican has handled 100-plus days in the shelter like a champ and during a recent field trip, he proved he’s an awesome dog. He enjoyed a scenic walk through Cherokee Park, after he got out all of his excited energy at the thought of an adventure. Then, it was too Great Flood Brewing where he showed off the crowd and enjoyed a mimosa. Mahican is a very well-behaved dog who loves to be the center of attention. Mahican’s adoption fee is waived for an approved adopter, thanks to the Pay It Forward Program. Mahican is approximately two years old and weighs 58lbs. He gets along great with other dogs, so he would love to have a sibling. For more info about Mahican, email LMAS at animalservicesadoption@louisvilleky.gov. To meet or adopt Mahican, visit Animal House Adoption Center (3528 Newburg Road) from 12-6pm daily.

(Louisville,KY) Jefferson County PVA Colleen Younger announced today that her office has launched a new tool for motor vehicle owners to appeal online. The website is: www.louisvillevehicleappeals.com.
When filling out the appeal motor vehicle owners will be required to provide their name, phone number, mailing address, license plate number, VIN, vehicle year, vehicle make, and vehicle model.
Providing a title number and email address are optional. It is up to the owner to substantiate any kind of high mileage, damage or mechanical defect. The appeal tool will allow vehicle owners to upload documents online or bring supporting documentation to their office. State law allows for appeals to the PVA, within 60 days of receiving the notice of renewal. Such notices are typically sent the month before renewal is due, which is the owner’s birth month. vehicle owners can also contact the PVA Motor Vehicle Department at 574-6450.
Due to supply chain shortages, another impact of Covid 19, used car values have increased substantially. Younger said, “I think any time you have an erratic market, whether in motor vehicles or real property, there should be some type of circuit breaker solution to deal with the erratic market and how it stands to hurt taxpayers.” Since being elected to PVA, Colleen Younger has been committed to demystifying the work they do by providing transparency, fair and equitable assessments, and best in class customer service.
Motor vehicle owners can call the Motor Vehicle Department at 502-574-6450. Email motorvehicle@jeffersonpva.ky.gov and they can also access our Online Chat feature daily from
Notice of Public Meeting (2500 Spotswood Lane)
Subject Property: 2500 Spotswood Lane
Case Number: 21-CUP-0192 and 22-WAIVER-0025 Case Manager: Chris French (Christopher.French@louisvilleky.gov)
Application Date: October 12, 2021
Meeting Type: Board of Zoning Adjustment Meeting
Date: MONDAY, March 7, 2022
Time: Meeting will begin at 1:00 PM and continue until all cases are heard Location: Learn how to participate online at https://louisvilleky.gov/government/upcoming-public-meetings
You may also participate in person at the Old Jail Auditorium (514 W Liberty St, Louisville, KY 40202). If you are unable to participate online or in-person, please call 574-6230 or use the link above to learn how to connect to the meeting by telephone. You are invited to attend a review of a Conditional Use Permit application for a Community Service Facility and associated perimeter landscape buffer waiver.
If you wish to submit comments on this case, please submit comments (in writing) to the case manager by 5:00 P.M. Friday, March 4, 2022. Or visit www.louisvilleky.gov/government/planning-design for: • Meeting agenda and staff report • User Guides – BOZA-Approved Application Process • Public comment opportunities A list of persons notified of this proposal is available in the case file. Persons who desire special accommodations should contact the Planning Commission office at (502) 574-6230 at least one week prior to this meeting. TDD users please use the Relay Service, 1-800-648-6056. |