District 23 Update - Storm Debris Drop Off Locations

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James Peden
Councilman James Peden
601 West Jefferson Street
Louisville, KY  40202
502.574.1123
In-District Office Hours
Highview Fire Dept. Station 2, 8001 Smyrna Pkwy
1st and 3rd Monday of each Month
5-6 PM - Drop In
6-7 PM - By Appointment 
Click here to view Crime Maps

Storm Debris Drop Off Locations

Residents of Jefferson County are invited to drop off storm debris for free. This includes all tree debris and bulky waste from storm damage. Since all tree debris will be composted, it must be separate from bulky waste for easy off-loading at each site. Residents will be asked to provide their name and address at the drop-off sites.

Drop-off sites and hours:

Highview Park, 7120 Briscoe Lane

Fern Creek Park, 8703 Ferndale Road

Charlie Vettiner Park, 5550 Charlie Vettiner Park Road
 (by disc golf course)

Public Works Yard, 10500 Lower River Road
 (enter from Bethany Lane)

Waste Reduction Center, 636 Meriwether Avenue

April 15 -  April 30 (or longer if necessary)
Monday – Saturday, 9 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Household hazardous waste will not be accepted.

Contractors and businesses who are hauling debris are invited to use the Waste Reduction Center for the usual fee. See Louisvilleky.gov/WRC

Hometown Hauling is asking their customers to call their office if they have extra trash or yard waste due to the storm. There may be additional fees for collection, but they are dealing with each customer on a case-by-case basis. Residents serviced by other private waste haulers are encouraged to contact their provider about storm debris removal procedures.

As of Thursday, April 14, Public Works crews are assessing the damage of the hardest hit areas and will create an action plan to address those needs.


BBB Issues Response in Aftermath of Kentucky Storms and Tornadoes; Warns of Storm Chasers

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BBB Serving Louisville, Southern Indiana, and Western Kentucky warns of storm-chasing scammers in the aftermath of the tornadoes and severe storms that struck the Louisville area and surrounding counties Wednesday evening.
 
There is an increased potential of out-of-town storm chasers looking to take advantage of victims as they begin the process of cleaning up and making repairs. BBB warns Kentucky residents affected by the storms to beware of these scammers.  

BBB offers the following tips for tornado and storm victims:
 
• Know your rights and responsibilities as provided by the state Attorney General. Kentucky residents can contact the Kentucky Attorney General’s office at ag.ky.gov or call 502.696.5300.

• Businesses must be licensed. Contact the Revenue Commission at 502.574.4860 to check out a company’s licensure.

• Many municipalities require a solicitation permit if salespeople go door-to-door.  Verify that they need to have a permit by contacting your local Township or Municipality or call Permits & Licensing at 502.574.3321

• While most roofing contractors abide by the law, be careful allowing someone you do not know to inspect your roof. An unethical contractor may actually create damage to get work.

• Try to get at least 3-4 quotes from contractors, and insist that payments be made to the company, not an individual.

• Do not pay for the job in advance. Be wary of any contractor who demands full or half payment upfront.  

• Resist high-pressure sales tactics, such as the “good deal” you’ll get only if you hire the contractor on the spot.

• Get a written contract that specifies the price, the work to be done, the amount of liability insurance coverage maintained by the contractor, and a time frame. Require a copy of their current certificate of insurance.

• For general questions or complaints related to insurance, contact your state’s Department of Insurance. Kentucky residents can visit insurance.ky.gov or call 502.564.3630.

• Pay by credit card, if possible; you may have additional protection if there’s a problem.

• If you suspect a company may be price gouging necessary goods or services due to this disaster, report the business to BBB and the Attorney General’s office.

• Beware of FEMA imposters. In the past, scammers impersonate FEMA to try to scam consumers. Remember that FEMA does not charge for inspections and they always wear ID badges. If you are still unsure, check with FEMA first at fema.gov or call 202.646.2500.

BBB is also warning area contractors to beware of storm chasers who are willing to pay local construction companies substantial amounts of money to use a local business’s established name, reputation, and phone so they can masquerade as a local business. Many contractors who agreed to let these storm chasers use their name regret their decision once they were left holding the bag of unsatisfied customers due to bad workmanship and/or unfulfilled warranties.


April 21 - Shakespeare at Highview Park

KYS Highview

Kentucky Shakespeare Presents
Julius Caesar

Thursday, April 21 6:30pm
Highview Park, 7201 Outer Loop
(enter off Briscoe Rd)

Kentucky Shakespeare returns with a free Shakespeare in the Parks tour this spring.  Audience members are invited to bring their own chairs/blankets and a picnic dinner for this free, family-friendly, community event.

TOUR DATES: For the full 2022 Shakespeare in the Park Tour Dates visit: Kentucky Shakespeare Dates


2022 FridayFest at Highview Park Schedule

FridayFest Logo

The FridayFest concert series will return for its thenth year this summer at Highview Park. This is a series of six concerts offering a variety of music on Fridays, as well as various food vendors and children’s activities. 

All shows are free and run from 6pm-10pm at Highview Park, 7201 Outer Loop.  Make plans now to attend this year’s shows. Dates and preformers for each night are as follows:  

May 27 - JD Shelburne with Southern Sirens

June 10 - Sheryl Rouse and the Unlimited Show Band with DaMudcats

June 24 - The Monarchs

July 8 - Johnny Berry and the Outliers

July 22 - From Paris with School of Rock

August 5 - Thumper and the Plaid Rabbits with Sam Varga

Sponsorship and Vendor Packages Available

Sponsorship packages and vendor space to fit any budget is available. Contact John Grantz at john@mediaeventsusa.com for more information. 

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For the most up to date information visit FridayFest Facebook Page


Poll Workers Needed for May 17 Primary

JCBOE

For more infromation and to apply visit:
 Jefferson County Election Center


Apil 30: Pop-Up Drop-Off

Pop Up April 30

NOTE: on-site paper shredding is not available at this event

Our next Pop-Up Drop-Off event is at Metro Fleet Services on Newburg Road on Saturday, April 30, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
 
 For more info an to view the entire 2022 schedule visit Louisvilleky.gov/PopUps.


April 21- Virtual Planning Commission Meeting Regarding Review of MRDI Plan on 8300 Cooper Chapel Rd

You are invited to attend a review for a Preliminary Subdivision and Mixed Residential Development Incentive (MRDI) Plan.

Subject Property: 8300 Cooper Chapel Rd

Case Number:21-MSUB-0024

Case Manager: Jay Luckett
(Jay.Luckett@louisvilleky.gov)

The Virtual Planning Commission Meeting will be held:
 Thursday, April 21 at 1:00pm

Options for Joining the Virtual Meeting:
 https://louisvilleky.gov/government/planning-design/upcoming-public-meetings

8300 Cooper Chapel Rd

Click on plan to view as PDF


April 21 - Virtual Planning Commission Meeting Regarding Development Plan on 8016 Shepherdsville Rd.

You are invited to attend a review for a DETAILED DISTRICT DEVELOPMENT PLAN with a request to provide an alternate plan for connectivity.  

Subject Property: 8016 Shephersville Rd 
Case Number: 22-DDP-0001

Case Manager: Julia Williams
(Julia.Williams@louisvilleky.gov)

The Virtual Planning Commission Meeting will be held:
 Thursday, April 21 at 1:00pm

Options for Joining the Virtual Meeting:
 https://louisvilleky.gov/government/planning-design/upcoming-public-meetings

8016 Shepherdsville

Click on plan to view as PDF


Crime Maps - Updated Daily

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Always Remember to Lock Your Car and Remove All Valuables, it's the Easiest Way to Prevent Crime

Click Here to view LMPD's interactive crime mapping tool.   

 If you see crime occurring, please contact the Louisville Metro Police Department. Call 911 for emergencies.  Call 502-574-7111 for non-emergency related help or to find a towed vehicle. 

Call 574-LMPD to report crime tips.