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Latest News from Mayor Fischer and the City of Louisville
Mayor Fischer makes annual Derby wager with Ocala Mayor
LOUISVILLE, KY (May 4, 2022) – Mayor Greg Fischer and Ocala (Fla.) Mayor Kent Guinn today made their annual wager on the Kentucky Derby, placing a bottle of Woodford Reserve® bourbon and a bottle of Stonestreet Estate Vineyards wine on the line.
This is the eighth year of the friendly wager between the mayors of the two cities, both of which are steeped in thoroughbred tradition and consider themselves spirited rivals for the status of Horse Capital of the World®.
Mayor Fischer this year picked Epicenter, breaking from post position 3, to win the 148th Kentucky Derby and make the time-honored walk to the infield Winner’s Circle for the garland of roses. Epicenter was bred in Bowling Green, KY, is trained by Steve Asmussen and will be ridden by Joel Rosario.
“Epicenter is owned by Winchell Thoroughbreds, trained by the all-time winningest trainer in North America who has yet to see a Kentucky Derby victory,” Mayor Fischer said. “I’m hopeful Steve Asmussen will be present in the Winner’s Circle alongside Epicenter to experience a full-circle moment in his career with a Kentucky thoroughbred.”
Mayor Guinn chose Simplification, a Florida-bred thoroughbred that will break from post position 13. Simplification is owned by Tami Bobo, trained by Antonio Sano and will be ridden by Jose L. Ortiz. Mayor Guinn noted that he is hopeful this Florida horse will take the top prize, especially considering Simplification enjoys running on dirt, an attribute that will help on the Derby track.
Last year, Mayor Fischer’s choice, Essential Quality, trained by Louisville native Brad Cox, finished 4th, and Mayor Guinn’s pick, Soup and Sandwich, trained by Mark Casse, finished 19th.
“This year’s contenders in the Kentucky Derby are an exceptional group of horses and I am proud to have selected the Florida-bred horse known as Simplification,” Mayor Guinn said. “With a promising start in the racing community, I am hopeful this horse will claim victory in the Derby and end the losing streak between Mayor Fischer and myself. Over the years we have developed a friendly, but spirited rivalry between our two cities, with each of us watching with anticipation to see if this will be the year we come out on top. Win or lose, as Mayor I am proud to represent the Horse Capital of the World®, Ocala, Florida; a city rich with our own equine history and champion spirit.”
Mayor Fischer’s wager is a bottle of Louisville-based Brown-Forman Corp.’s Woodford Reserve® 2022 commemorative Derby bottle, featuring the artwork of Kentucky native Jaime Corum. Woodford Reserve® is the official bourbon of the Kentucky Derby. Mayor Guinn’s wager is a bottle of Stonestreet Estate Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon. He noted that Stonestreet is home to many farms including a large training facility in Ocala that is known for the early training of many racehorses.
“The Derby is steeped in tradition, and the friendly wager between Louisville and Ocala has become a part of that excitement,” Mayor Fischer said. “This is my last Derby as Mayor, and it’s been an honor to watch our city beam with vibrance through the thousands of visitors we welcome each year for the most exciting two minutes in sports. And as the home of Bourbonism, we hope to welcome visitors, including Mayor Guinn, back to the bourbon epicenter of the world even after the winner has crossed the finish line.”
Mayor appoints Dr. Jeff Howard as interim director of Public Health; Dr. Sarah Moyer moving to new role in private sector
LOUISVILLE, KY (May 3, 2022) — Louisville Mayor Greg Fischer today announced that Dr. Sarah Moyer, director and chief health strategist of the Louisville Metro Department of Public Health and Wellness (LMPHW), has accepted a new position as Chief Medical Officer for Humana’s Medicaid business in Kentucky – Humana Healthy Horizons.
“From the get-go, Dr. Moyer was instrumental in leading our Louisville Metro Public Wellness team’s award-winning approaches to improving the health of all our residents, and she has shown those skills as our community navigated a once-in-a-century global pandemic,” the Mayor said. “I want to thank Dr. Moyer for her partnership, and I’m pleased to see her continue to be a leader in our community through her new role at Humana.”
Dr. Moyer was named LMPHW medical director in 2015 and appointed as department director and the city’s chief health strategist in 2017. In addition to leading the city’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Dr. Moyer led the department as it achieved national accreditation, established itself as an academic health department, stopped a hepatitis A outbreak, founded the state’s first syringe exchange program, and helped strengthen Louisville’s smoke-free ordinance.
“I’m incredibly excited for this new opportunity, but leaving is bittersweet. LMPHW is like family to me – family devoted to serving a community we love. We've worked together to get to the root of unhealthy and unfair conditions and improve them so that everyone, in every ZIP code can enjoy good health and wellbeing,” said Dr. Moyer. “All four of my children celebrated their first birthdays during my time here, and as I’ve watched them grow, I’ve also seen the LMPHW team grow, both in numbers, and in boldness to tackle tough issues. I’m grateful that Humana is affording me the opportunity to remain in Louisville to improve the health of our community from a different angle.”
“Just as Dr. Moyer has contributed so significantly to the health of the Louisville community, she will now have an opportunity to significantly impact the health of people all across the Commonwealth in her new role as Chief Medical Officer of Humana’s Medicaid operations in Kentucky,” said Jeb Duke, President of Humana-Medicaid in Kentucky. “We are committed to improving health equity all across the Commonwealth, so that all of our citizens are able to live their healthiest lives. It’s part of our approach to ‘human care’ at Humana – providing care that goes beyond what our members expect. We can’t wait for Dr. Moyer to join us.”
Mayor Fischer has appointed Dr. Jeff Howard, LMPHW’s medical director as the city’s interim director and chief health strategist. Since being appointed as medical director in late 2021, Dr. Howard served as a senior leader in the department and helped facilitate external partnerships and support public health initiatives. Before joining LMPHW, Dr. Howard was appointed as a White House Fellow in 2019 where he served as a health policy advisor to the Vice President of the United States. He has also served as the Commissioner for Public Health and Chief Medical Officer of the Commonwealth of Kentucky.
He and his wife have two children and reside in Louisville.
"I look forward to this opportunity to serve my fellow Louisvillians,” said Dr. Howard. “The ongoing pandemic has highlighted the necessity of a strong public health system and the Louisville Metro Public Health and Wellness team has time and again demonstrated the ability to meet that need. I am grateful for their service and to be counted among them. Thank you to Mayor Fischer for entrusting me to lead this impressive and very important organization."
“Dr. Howard’s commitment to equitable health outcomes, paired with his experience at the state and federal levels makes him the right person to lead our Health Department at this critical time,” said the Mayor. “I look forward to continuing our good work together and creating a healthier Louisville for all our residents.”
Dr. Howard will step into his new role on May 27, and Dr. Moyer will begin her new role with Humana on July 5, 2022. She will remain in an advisory role to the Mayor through the end of the fiscal year.
Mayor Fischer presents a $1.3 billion FY22-23 budget focused on “planting seeds for future progress”
Funding for public safety, including new LMPD classes, a new training facility and violence prevention
Investments in youth, parks, pools and libraries
Help for those facing housing insecurity
Investments to build future growth
LOUISVILLE, KY (April 28, 2022) – Mayor Greg Fischer presented his 12th – and final – annual budget address to Metro Council today, reflecting on how his previous 11 budgets have made the city stronger, more vibrant and prepared to withstand challenges, as well as outlining new investments in priority areas, including public safety, public health, equity and quality of life.
“We’ve laid the groundwork,” he said, adding that the $1.3 billion budget for FY22-23 that he presented today “plants seeds for future progress.”
The overall budget reflects an increase over the $1.1 billion total of the previous year, including $715 million in general fund dollars, an increase of $57 million. And because of significant funding from federal, state, foundations and other sources, the Mayor proposes a capital budget of $343 million, more than doubling the $167 million in FY22.
Among the highlights:
$10 million for affordable housing, which brings the total investment during the Mayor’s term to $106 million – more than any other administration in the city’s history, as well as $3 million in down payment assistance to help increase homeownership among low to moderate households and $3.4 million to repair and maintain homeownership in low-income areas.
An additional $3 million matching grant for Evolve502, ensuring that every JCPS student in middle school and older can go to college tuition-free.
Funding for three LMPD recruit classes as part of a three-year plan to get to 1,200 officers by the end of FY25, including laterals and rehires. The budget also allocates $6 million for the first phase of a new LMPD training facility – land acquisition and design.
$412,000 to expand hours and programming at community centers, in addition to previously announced plans to spend $8.5 million in American Rescue Plan (ARP) dollars, over three years, for the Office for Youth Development to create a data-driven youth development system for 10- to 24-year-olds – because, the Mayor said, “public safety also means giving our kids safe places to be.”
Investments in the successful Clean Collaborative initiative, as well as five mowing cycles and $22 million to pave roads and repair sidewalks, in addition to $500,000 for scooter and bike lanes.
And to help provide stability in coming years when American Rescue Plan (ARP) and CARES funds are exhausted, the Mayor proposes $10 million for the city’s Rainy Day Fund and $15 million to cover potential budget shortfalls in future fiscal years.
Today’s budget address follows this week’s announcement of $87.4 million in ARP funding for projects that range from new libraries and investments in early learning, to parks, pools, and public health.
The Mayor noted in his remarks today that at the start of his first term in 2011, because of a historic recession, the city faced a $22.5 million deficit, 10 percent unemployment and tremendous anxiety about the future. And, a year and a half after being re-elected to his third term, “we experienced a tragic, once-in-a-century pandemic and righteous calls for social justice throughout the country, including Louisville, a movement we had not seen in fifty years.”
“Between those two seminal challenges, we have reshaped our municipal government, pruning and planting along the way, to reflect 21st century realities and to plan for next steps of our future … for all areas of Louisville,” he said, while also logging significant wins for the community.
Those include:
More than $21 billion in capital investments, including new libraries in south and east Louisville, the comeback of Colonial Gardens, Slugger Field, and historic investments in west Louisville such as a revitalized Beecher Terrace, Louisville Urban League’s Norton Healthcare Sports and Learning Center, and the westward expansion of Waterfront Park.
20,000 people moving out of poverty, and 20,000 families moving into the middle class.
More than $475 million invested in affordable housing, homelessness and mitigation efforts for the city’s housing insecure residents.
80,000 new jobs and 3,500 new companies.
Two new Ohio River bridges, with 32 million vehicle crossings last year. “Their very existence, after 40 years of no discussion is emblematic of our progress,” the Mayor said. And the Big Four walking bridge, “which has become a great source of recreation, and probably the most culturally diverse gathering spot in our increasingly global city.”
Making Louisville a soccer city, with world-class women’s and men’s teams, an extraordinary soccer stadium, training facility and youth academy.
Creating and scaling a new hospitality concept – Bourbonism – with Louisville as the trailhead, resulting in 10 new distillery and bourbon experiences, myriad culinary additions, an energized Whiskey Row and 15 new hotels in downtown alone.
Reshaping and modernizing Metro Government to meet 21st Century challenges and seize on 21st Century opportunities. That includes creating an Office for Safe and Healthy Neighborhoods, an Office of Equity, Louisville Forward, an Office of Sustainability, an Office for Performance Improvement and Innovation, an Office for Globalization, and One Water, which has helped keep consumer rates lower and is working to regionalize water and sewer services.
And the economic wins continue, the Mayor said, noting that this fiscal year alone, Louisville Forward competed for and won 43 business attraction and expansion projects, with a financial commitment of more than $1 billion and over 4,300 jobs. That’s due in large part, he said, to an economic development focus designed to grow and withstand downturns. And looking ahead, he said, the city’s Logistics sector will continue to grow with increasing online activities; Aging and Wellness will grow with an older America; Advanced Manufacturing will grow fueled by spinoffs from the recently announced electric vehicle battery manufacturing plant; and food and beverage businesses will continue to surge with Bourbonism.
“This budget proposal will continue our momentum,” the Mayor said. “It keeps public safety as priority No. 1. It maintains a responsible eye on expenses. It is dedicated to delivering quality, modern services, through continuous improvement and innovation. And it is done with an equity lens on all our operations and efforts.”
Public safety
“With efforts grounded in best practices and community involvement,” the Mayor said, “we are funding law enforcement, violence-interruption programs and initiatives to re-build trust between police and the larger community they serve.”
In addition to funding for new LMPD recruits and a new training facility, the budget continues funding for Emergency Services to operate the new 911 call prioritization and deflection program, furthering the goal of reducing police responses for situations better served by a social service response.
Other allocations:
In addition to Clean Collaborative, the budget invests $880,000 for Community Ambassadors, who work block-by-block in downtown, Waterfront Park, south Louisville, west Louisville and Bardstown Road, answering resident and visitor questions and keeping areas clean.
$1.4 million for a Louisville Fire Department burn building, used to train firefighters; plus funding for a recruit class that will start in May 2023.
$3.7 million in capital investments within the Department of Corrections, including an expansion of camera systems, additional monitoring equipment for observations of high-risk inmates, and increasing body scanners at entrances.
Nearly $11.5 million to complete a $28.9 million state-of the-art computer-aided dispatch and records management system, and $1.25 million toward a new Mobile Emergency Operations Center.
And investments to address police reform recommendations from the Hillard Heintze review, and programs such as the Police Activities League, Truth and Transformation and Lean Into Louisville.
Lifelong Learning
In addition to the Evolve502 matching grant, the budget allocates $500,000 for the award-winning Code Louisville initiative, part of the city’s efforts to rapidly scale its tech workforce, and $600,000 to KentuckianaWorks for the Kentucky College Access Center, a one-stop center that helps users file for financial aid, search for schools, explore occupations, complete admissions applications and more.
The budget also invests $1 million in SummerWorks, the city’s program to provide youth with summer jobs, and make all-important contacts for their future. The Mayor noted that SummerWorks has been a smashing success in its 12 years, placing more than 36,000 kids in jobs with 240 employers.
The Mayor is also proposing:
$5 million for the Louisville Zoo’s planned Kentucky Trails exhibit, to be matched by $5 million in private donations, on top of a state budget allocation of $10 million. As part of the project, trails will be added on 20 undeveloped acres at the Zoo to create an extensive, interactive, naturalistic experience providing up-close encounters with animals native to this area.
$4 million for Waterfront Park, also with a match requirement, to boost plans for a $30 million westward expansion between 9th and 15th streets, using local, state and private funds.
$1.3 million to launch Louisville HeARTS, a unique initiative with the Fund for the Arts, the Louisville Orchestra, Metro Government, and other community partners to bring the healing power of the arts to every neighborhood in the city.
$200,000 to complete final work at Louisville Metro Animal Services’ new complex on Newburg Road.
Public health
Mayor Fischer noted that Louisville is one of the few cities in the country whose Brown and Black residents did not suffer a disproportionate impact from COVID-19, which he credited to “tireless efforts of the team at Public Health and our community partners.” His budget includes $24.7 million for Louisville Metro Public Health and Wellness, a $3.9 million increase.
The budget also invests $600,000 to plant new trees and other environmental resiliency efforts, $700,000 for a new Energy Innovation Fund and $6 million for the UofL Envirome Institute Healthy Building Research Complex and Parkscape downtown, which “brings innovation, nature, resilience and people together in a new downtown research center and tourist attraction.”
The Mayor thanked Metro Council for their partnership in this budget and those before it and proposed restoring funding for the Council’s NDF and office accounts, bringing them, to $75,000 and $30,000 respectively, while they maintain their $100,000 capital infrastructure funds per district. “We know council members have their ears to the ground, and can target those funds for critical neighborhood-level needs,” he said.
He thanked his team for their hard work, creativity, and fiscal responsibility – with a special shout out to the city’s first responders. “We have boosted pay to increase retention and to encourage recruitment, we have made and continue to make tech investments to support our employees’ missions at work, and we have enacted parental leave to give them the support they need to be there for their families. This budget continues those investments in our non-union employees with a two percent cost-of-living increase.”
He also thanked President Joe Biden and his administration, noting that the federal CARES Act and the American Rescue Plan “literally saved lives and households during the worst of COVID-19, and the investments made will be felt for years.” He added, “And we in Louisville were thankful for our Congressman John Yarmuth, chair of the Budget committee in Congress, whose great career in government is capped with this achievement.”
The Mayor said the city is also planning ahead for potential projects made possible by the federal Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. His budget recommends $1.5 million for additional resources to prepare for the anticipated projects and setting aside $30 million for projects that may require a match from local government. “This money is a contingency fund and will only be spent IF we are selected for the competitive grants,” he said.
In closing, Mayor Fischer reflected on his first budget address, where he acknowledged the “harsh, post-recession truths” but also said “that if we took necessary steps, we could ‘become what we all know we can be: one of the most vibrant, one of the most entrepreneurial and one of the most compassionate cities in the world.’”
“We have traveled far in that journey together,” he said today. “And I truly believe Louisville, from corner to corner, neighborhood to neighborhood … has become one of the most vibrant, one of the most entrepreneurial and one of the most compassionate cities in America. I see it every day – in old and young, in you and in my team, in businesses and schools. And this budget keeps that going.”
Metro Council Budget Committee announces Hearing Schedule for FY23 Capital and Operating Budgets
LOUISVILLE, KY (April 28, 2022) – Louisville Metro Council’s Budget Committee has released its schedule for reviewing Mayor Greg Fischer’s proposed 2022-2023 Capital and Operating Budgets.
The Committee will review the proposal over the months of May and June. The Metro Council extended the budget review process by an extra month beginning in 2017, in order to hear input from the community and thoroughly review and discuss the budgets for each department and agency of Metro Government.
This year, more than 37 hours of hearings have been scheduled with dozens of Metro agencies, and two hearings are specifically dedicated to public comment.
“We have been seeing strong revenues in Louisville Metro for many months and the budget proposed today reflects that. The Budget Committee will be looking closely at the best ways to spend available resources, including potentially saving some for future years. As always, we look forward to presentations and answers to questions by department heads, and to hearing from the public, in online comments and at the two public hearings,” said Councilman Bill Hollander (D-9), Chair of the Committee.
“Positive economic growth, along with additional federal funding, will allow the members of Metro Council to start this review process from an improved position. It is my hope that we will continue to challenge ourselves to find efficiencies and focus our use of newly available funding on addressing long overdue infrastructure needs. I look forward to hearing from Metro department directors as well as the people of this community in the coming months as we chart out the spending for the next year,” said Councilman Kevin Kramer (R-11), Budget Committee Vice Chair.
The Committee will begin budget hearings on Monday, May 9 at 3:00 p.m., with an overview of the proposed budget. This first hearing will focus on projected Revenue, Operations, Capital and Debt, followed by a discussion of the budget for the Office of Management and Budget.
Public Input:
The public will have two different ways to participate in the budget process and share their thoughts. First, an online form for written comments will be available starting April 28 at 5:00 p.m. on the Metro Council website: https://louisvilleky.wufoo.com/forms/z1ls6po10gjsdnk/. The written comments will close on June 3 at 5:00 p.m.
Second, the Committee’s schedule will include two opportunities for the public to speak about the budget in person at City Hall. (A virtual option through WebEx will also be available.)
May 18, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. (To participate in-person or virtually, speakers must sign up using a link on the Metro Council website. The link will be active on May 17 from 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.)
June 2, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. (To participate in-person or virtually, speakers must sign up using a link on the Metro Council website. The link will be active on June 1 from 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.)
All applicants for External Agency funding who wish to speak about their applications or funding are strongly encouraged to speak on May 18. (It is not required and only one speaker from each organization will be allowed.)
Highlights of the 2023 Budget Hearing Schedule:
Office of Inspector General – Monday, May 16 at 4:00 pm
Public Health & Wellness – Wednesday, May 18 at 4:00 pm
Office for Safe & Healthy Neighborhoods – Monday, May 23 at 3:00 pm
Metro Corrections – Tuesday, May 24 at 2:00 pm
LMPD – Tuesday, May 24 at 3:00 pm
Resilience & Community Services – Wednesday, May 25 at 4:00 pm
Louisville Forward, to include Economic Development, Develop Louisville, Codes & Regulations and the Affordable Housing Trust Fund – Thursday, May 26 at 2:30 pm
Public Works, to include Solid Waste Management Services – Monday, June 6 at 3:00 pm
Louisville Fire – Tuesday, June 7 at 4:00 pm
Louisville Free Public Library – Tuesday, June 7 at 5:00 pm
Parks & Recreation - Tuesday, June 8 at 5:00 pm
Metro Council Meeting to Adopt FY 23 Budget – Thursday, June 23 at 6:00 pm
“Our number one legal responsibility as Metro Council is to pass a balanced, fair budget. It’s a team effort, and I look forward to the discussion and debate over the next several weeks as we come together to build this budget and set Louisville up for another successful year,” said Council President David James (D-6).
“The revenue forecast for the coming budget year highlights the strength of our local economy and will allow us to make key investments in our community now and into the future. The proposed increases in funding to public safety, infrastructure, beautification, and neighborhoods are coupled with prudent commitments to our reserve fund in order to secure our long-term financial footing. I am looking forward to working through the budget process over the coming months and am confident that our economic strength will help ensure a better Louisville for all of our residents,” said Councilman Markus Winkler (D-17), Majority Caucus Chair.
“I appreciate many of the Mayor’s budget proposals and look forward to the hearing process, which will start next month. Despite positive economic times, I want us to maintain the same focus on efficiencies and effectiveness of government that we observed in much tougher fiscal years. I look forward to working with my colleagues to ensure that all areas of the City are able to address their most pressing infrastructure needs and that we support those areas where growth is planned,” said Councilman Anthony Piagentini (R-19), Minority Caucus Vice Chair.
Office of Resilience and Community Services News
Enrollment now open for Spring LIHEAP Subsidy Cooling Component
Automated appointment line now open to schedule appointments in advance
LOUISVILLE, KY (May 2, 2022) - Louisville Metro Office of Resilience and Community Services joins with Community Action Agencies across the state to begin accepting applications for the 2022 Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Spring Subsidy Cooling Component. This federally-funded program is designed to help offset the cost of higher electric bills due to rising temperatures. Applications will be accepted now through June 17, 2022 or until funds are depleted.
Applicants for the Spring LIHEAP must be residents of Jefferson County with a household income at or below 150 percent of the federal poverty guidelines (e.g. for a household of four, the gross monthly income cannot exceed $3,469.00).
The Spring LIHEAP Subsidy component provides households a one-time benefit ranging from $50 to $200 depending on income levels and housing category. Residents can apply regardless of the status of their utility bills. The benefit amount is paid directly to the electric vendor (i.e. LG&E).“The Spring LIHEAP Program will help to take burden off of Louisvillians as we all work towards recovery from the COVID pandemic,” said Tameka Laird, director of the city’s Office of Resilience and Community Services. “Our agency proudly served on the front lines helping throughout COVID, offering financial assistance like LIHEAP to families who need it the most. When it is combined with other Community Action services, LIHEAP is vital in helping families and communities in their efforts to recover and rebuild.”Jefferson County residents wishing to apply must schedule an appointment utilizing the automated appointment system. 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.
Copies of LIHEAP documentation, along with the downloadable LIHEAP Application Packet,should be dropped off at the LIHEAP site you select, in a secure drop box on the day of your appointment. Drop boxes are open Monday – Friday (excluding holidays), 9 a.m. – 12 p.m., and 1 - 4 p.m. Please submit copies, if possible. Applicants will then be contacted by phone by a LIHEAP staff member to complete your interview and process your application.
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. (Ex. Food Stamp award letter, Social Security Award Letter, pay stubs, etc. or other proof of $0 income). Note: Zero Income forms are available at the LIHEAP “Drop Box” locations or online at www.louisvilleky.gov/LIHEAP
Most current electric bill, or statement from your landlord if electric is included in your rent, or statement from utility company if you participate in a Pre-Pay Electric Program. The account number and name on the account for electric bill must also be provided.
There are seven LIHEAP locations with Drop Boxes for the 2022 LIHEAP Spring Subsidy program:
South Central Neighborhood Place, 4255 Hazelwood Ave., 40215
Neighborhood Place Ujima, 3610 Bohne Ave., 40211
Bridges of Hope Neighborhood Place,1411 Algonquin Pkwy., 40210
Newburg Community Center, 4810 Exeter Ave., 40218
Cane Run Neighborhood Place, 3410 Lees Lane, 40216
Northwest Neighborhood Place, 4018 W. Market St., 40212
East End Drop Box, located in Metro Police 8th division lobby, 2927 Goose Creek Rd., Suite 101, 40241
Individuals who require more information can contact Metro311 by simply dialing 311 or (502) 574-5000, email metro.311@louisvilleky.gov, tweet @LouMetro311, Web: louisvilleky.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.
Resilience and Community Services (RCS) serves as the administering agency of the Louisville Metro Community Action Agency. 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. For more information about RCS, visit our website: https://louisvilleky.gov/government/resilience-and-community-services.
Louisville’s Safe Outdoor Space, The Hope Village, is now open for residents
Site provides temporary, outdoor accommodations and wrap-around services for up to 53 residents experiencing houselessness
LOUISVILLE, KY (April 29, 2022) - This week, Louisville Metro Office of Resilience and Community Services (RCS) and The Hope Buss announced the completion of final touches to The Hope Village, the city’s Safe Outdoor Space. The Hope Village welcomed its first residents on Thursday, April 28th.
The site, located at 212 E. College St., is a pilot project where up to 53 individuals experiencing houselessness can live temporarily outdoors in weather-sealed tents, with access to food, showers, electricity, and social services. In addition to shelter and amenities, they are offered services including care management to create an individualized longer-term plan, healthcare, housing navigation, job training, mental health and substance abuse treatment, pet food and veterinary care, and recovery support. Most importantly, The Hope Village offers a secure site for residents to feel welcome and safe.
After experiencing delays due to supply chain logistics and inclement weather, The Hope Buss, a local nonprofit selected by the city to oversee the $1.5 million project to operate the safe outdoor space, hosted an open house and ribbon-cutting ceremony Monday. Visitors were invited to bring donations of necessary supplies and write greeting cards for future residents, in addition to receiving a tour of the property.
To stay at The Hope Village, people must be referred by a partner organization. The Hope Buss began the intake process for residents last Tuesday and residents began physically moving in on Thursday.
Addressing homelessness and affordable housing have been included among Mayor Fischer’s top priorities for the city’s share of the federal American Rescue (ARP) Plan funding. In November 2021, Metro Council approved $89 million in ARP funding to support the city’s plan to address chronic street homelessness and boost affordable housing through immediate, intermediate, and long-term solutions. See more here:
To learn more about donating to The Hope Village and ways to serve residents, such as through mentorship opportunities, visit www.thehopevillage.com or email info@thehopebuss.org.
"Together We Can" Annual Report and 2022-23 Strategic Plan
FY21 Annual Report
Our RCS FY20-21 Annual Report takes a look back on this momentous fiscal year that began on July 1, 2020 -- as our city, state, country and world continued to face unprecedented challenges due to the COVID pandemic.
It demonstrates how our RCS team worked together with numerous partners to diligently respond to the needs in the community, and to provide essential services, including:
A record level of Eviction Prevention Assistance
Innovative initiatives and outreach to help individuals experiencing houselessness
Expanded meal services for our homebound seniors
Virtual workshops and counseling services to help families build financial stability and security, and
LIHEAP drop-off services to help residents get the aid necessary to stay warm in the winter and cool in the summer.
Our Strategic Plan, "Building a Resilient Community", is a mission-focused and data-driven approach to promote self-sufficiency, equity, and the well-being of the residents in our diverse community. Our agency's focus includes these four goals:
Advance the RCS workforce through equity, inclusion, and diversity to better serve our community.
Increase resilience by strengthening resources, skills, and opportunities for residents.
Mitigate the impact of houselessness by implementing new solutions and alternatives.
Create a comprehensive data framework to support and inform agency goals and objectives.
Throughout the year, we will update our work and outcomes so that you can follow along and see the progress we're making!
Fan Fair annual fan collection underway for local seniors, people with disabilities
Monetary donations accepted through May 27, Fan giveaway event held on June 11
LOUISVILLE, KY (April 4, 2022) - Louisville Metro Office for Aging & Disabled Citizens (OADC) and KIPDA Area Agency on Aging and Independent Living are seeking donations to help purchase electric box fans to be distributed to those in need as the weather gets warmer. The fans will be distributed at a Fan Fair resource event in Louisville on June 11, and to qualified individuals within the KIPDA region including Bullitt, Henry, Shelby, Oldham, Spencer, Trimble, and Jefferson counties.
The annual Fan Fair drive was first created in 2016 by staff members with OADC and KIPDA in response to numerous calls they received requesting heat relief. Seniors and/or individuals with physical disabilities who live in homes without air conditioning or circulating air often face a greater risk of heat-related illnesses.
Residents, businesses, faith-based organizations, and other groups wanting to make monetary contributions can donate safely and quickly online at louisvilleky.gov/FanFair. Check and money orders are also accepted, made payable to KIPDA, Attn: Fan Fair, mailed to the address on Commonwealth Drive listed below, and postmarked by May 27.
Donations of new box fans are also welcome at one of the locations below through June 9.
Drop off times for all three sites are Monday - Friday (except holidays), 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
The Fan Fair resource event will be held on Saturday, June 11 from 9 a.m.- 12 p.m. at the Edison Center located at 701 W. Ormsby Ave. to distribute the collected fans to seniors 60 and older, as well as to individuals with physical disabilities, on a first-come, first-served basis. Weather permitting, the event will be held outdoors, or moved indoors allowing for social distancing.
Multiple vendors and activities will be available, including an opportunity to dispose of unwanted or expired prescription drugs properly and safely. In addition to the fan giveaway, KIPDA will coordinate with agencies serving older adults and people with disabilities in their seven counties service area.
Qualifications to receive a free fan at the event include:
Person 60 years or older
OR documentation verified by a physician of a physical disability
Must be a resident of Jefferson County (proof of address and age will we required)
One fan per household
Household must not have functioning central air units
“The past couple of years have been a challenging time for many Louisville citizens due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The annual Fan Fair is a simple reminder that even during a difficult time, a small action can make a large impact in someone’s life. I am excited to be a part of Fan Fair so that some of our most at-risk citizens can receive some much-needed relief,” said Alli Woosley with Louisville Metro OADC.
“It is always the goal of KIPDA, as the local Area on Aging and Independent Living, to bring visibility to issues that seniors and disabled citizens face. Cooling homes in the summer months is one of those issues. KIPDA is excited to be partnering with Louisville Metro Office of Aging & Disabled Citizens again this year, helping older adults and persons with disabilities stay comfortable during the summer months,” stated Brittney Baines, The Aging and Disability Resource Center Coordinator of the KIPDA Area Agency on Aging and Independent Living. “I am proud of all of the community partners who come together to support this effort and help to make it happen.“
WLKY is the proud media sponsor of this year’s Fan Fair.
Organizations interested in participating in the Fan Fair event, or individuals needing more information on making a donation, can contact Alli Woosley with OADC at (502) 574-5092, or Brittney Baines with KIPDA (502) 266-5571. More details can also be found at www.louisvilleky.gov/fanfair or www.KIPDA.org.
Office for Safe and Healthy Neighborhoods News
Upcoming Events
The Spot - Open House
The Spot - Young Adult Opportunity Campus is a collaborative partnership by and between Goodwill Industries of Kentucky and KentuckianaWorks, this region's designated Workforce Board. The Spot Centers, located at 800 W Chestnut Street and at the NIA Comprehensive Center provide youth and young adults ages 18-24 with holistic services encompassing workforce, education, and human services. Sign up below for the Open House on Tuesday, May 17 from 10AM-2PM.
Networking Night
The Office for Safe and Healthy Neighborhoods (OSHN) would like to invite you to be a part of the One Love Louisville Ambassador Program's Networking Night. This is an opportunity for citizens to come out and learn about as well as contribute to Louisville's Comprehensive Violence Prevention Plan. It's also an opportunity to network with both OSHN partners and one another. Come learn, share, connect and #betheone to help create a safer Louisville.
Join us on Tuesday, May 31st at 6pm. This will be an in-person event held at the Chestnut Street Family YMCA, 930 West Chestnut Street.
With limited trainings and in-person gatherings, below are some interesting learning opportunities to continue to grow and develop our collective understanding of violence.
Beyond Buzzwords
Join Metro United Way and Park Community Credit Union for their next virtual Beyond Buzzwords event featuring Richard Rothstein, author of The Color of Law: A Forgotten History of How Our Government Segregated America.
Published in May 2017, The Color of Law breaks down an explosive, alarming history that confronts how American governments in the twentieth century deliberately imposed residential racial segregation on metropolitan areas nationwide. This is a virtual event on Tuesday, June 7 from 12pm-1:15pm. Register here.
What Makes a Ghost Gun a Ghost Gun
Law enforcement agencies have been facing a growing problem for years: homemade, nearly impossible-to-trace firearms, otherwise known as ghost guns. Earlier this month, the White House announced an executive order targeting these guns. There are many misconceptions about what qualifies as a ghost gun, and much confusion about the challenges they present. To learn more, check out this 2019, yet still relevant, article from The Trace that breaks down common questions and misconceptions about ghost guns. Click Here To Learn More
Kentucky Reentry Programs
Recently, the Opportunity Network, Kentucky Department of Corrections, and Goodwill released a Kentucky-specific resource guide for reentry services. The information included in this section are beneficial to those that are reentering the community post incarceration. The links below include contacts for basic needs including food, jobs, transportation, legal, and housing and utilities. Click here for Kentucky Reentry resources and click here for a Kentucky Reentry workbook.
New Insights into the Role of Positive Experience on Child and Family Development
This report presents evidence for HOPE (Health Outcomes of Positive Experiences) based on newly released, compelling data that reinforce the need to promote positive experiences for children and families in order to foster healthy childhood development despite the adversity common in so many families.
Balancing Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) with HOPE contributes to a growing body of work—the Science of Thriving—that encourages us to better understand and support optimal child health and development. Click here to read the full report.
Community Board
Take a look at some of the latest news, resources, and events in the community. Keep your community informed by sharing these with family, friends, and neighbors.
SummerWorks Registration Now Open
Sign up today to get a quality summer job! SummerWorks will help young people create a resume, apply to summer jobs, and get the preparation they need to succeed (soft skills). To be eligible, you must be 16-21 years of age as of June 1, 2022, and a resident of Louisville. Learn more here.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Kentuckiana is Seeking Mentors
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Kentuckiana (BBBSKY) is recruiting Bigs to serve as mentors for children in all of Louisville’s neighborhoods!
You have a BIG opportunity in front of you— to not only impact a child’s life today— but to transform their potential for tomorrow.
IT TAKES TWO! 2 people- the mentor and the child, 1 year commitment, 2 outings per month, 2 total hours per month!
For more information on how to become a Big, click here to visit us at our website.
Free GED Prep Classes - Jefferson Skills U
Free GED and English classes are available morning, afternoon, and evening with additional options for instructor-facilitated virtual classes and self-paced online options.
You will have access to: leveled classes, facilitated labs, experienced instructors, college and career navigators, parenting classes, children enrichment classes and online resources!
If you or someone you know needs to earn the GED credential or improve English language skills, please contact us at (502) 485-3400 or complete the enrollment form found at www.ged4u.com.
The YMCA Safe Place Y-NOW
Y-Now program is a mentoring program for children that have/had an incarcerated parent. Y-NOW is currently seeking mentors to support this amazing population.
No experience is necessary, just heart and commitment. Training is provided. To learn more about volunteering with Y-NOW, call or email Brittany Leon at 635-4393.
Office for Aging and Disabled Citizens News
May is Older Americans Month!
Older adults play vital, positive roles in our communities – as family members, friends, mentors, volunteers, civic leaders, members of the workforce, and more. Just as every person is unique, so too is how they age and how they choose to do it – and there is no “right” way. That’s why the theme for Older Americans Month (OAM) 2022 is Age My Way.
Every May, the Administration for Community Living (ACL) leads the celebration of OAM. This year’s theme focuses on how older adults can age in their communities, living independently for as long as possible and participating in ways they choose.
While Age My Way will look different for each person, here are common things everyone can consider:
Planning: Think about what you will need and want in the future, from home and community-based services to community activities that interest you.
Engagement: Remain involved and contribute to your community through work, volunteer, and/or civic participation opportunities.
Access: Make home improvements and modifications, use assistive technologies, and customize supports to help you better age in place.
Connection: Maintain social activities and relationships to combat social isolation and stay connected to your community.
For more information about Older Americans Month click HERE.
New tool to get started applying for SSI benefits released
The Social Security Administration (SSA) has just released a new online tool that applicants and individuals assisting applicants can use to request an appointment to apply for SSI benefits. This request creates a protective filing date – which is used to determine when an individual can start receiving SSI benefits – as long as the SSI application is submitted within 60 days. An individual only needs to provide basic information to make the online request. After the individual submits the request, SSA will schedule an appointment to apply for benefits, which will take place over the phone, and let the individual know of the appointment date within 14 business days. "Priority life circumstances” – such as homelessness, a terminal illness, or recent release from incarceration – can be indicated in the application. If one of these priority life circumstances is indicated in the application, an SSA employee will attempt to contact the applicant by phone within three business days to either apply for SSI benefits then or to schedule an appointment to apply
1. Don't use your mailbox for mail pick up by putting up the flag. There are specific crimes that target individuals who do this to pay their bills. They take your checks and "wash" them, leaving your signature but write the check to themselves and often change the amounts. Businesses who receive mail in payments are also being targeted with their mail being stolen and your check being modified. I suggest trying set up as many things on autopay as possible to avoid this.
2. Make sure you are watching transactions from your bank account so you can spot something that seems off and make the bank aware before all your money is gone.
3. If someone is helping you to buy groceries and other items or running errands for you I would suggest buying gift cards to the places you are sending them. It limits the amount they can use and the locations they are used at. This goes for even close friends or family. We are seeing an increasing number of cases where family and close friends who are trusted are taking advantage of an elderly person and using their credit and debit cards for far more than the requested help. Always keep your cards and make sure you are the one that is paying at the location for your items. Safeguard your pin and never add someone as an authorized user to your accounts, doing so gives them full access to your credit or debit card.
Information provided by Jennifer Yancey, Division Chief: Warrant Intake Center, Jefferson County Attorney's Office
AARP - LOUISVILLE: Primary Election Information:
AARP Kentucky invited all candidates on the ballot for Louisville Metro's Mayoral election to share where they stand on four key questions for our 81,000 members in Louisville and all 50-plus voters. On May 17, voters in Louisville Metro will go to the polls to determine which candidates will be on the ballot in November's general elections.
The survey asked the candidates questions on a range concerns for Louisvillians 50-plus, including:
Increasing affordable housing options across Louisville as we age.
Strategies to increase safe, affordable and dependable mobility options.
Improving access to stable, healthy food options – especially citizens in underserved areas
For more details on How, When, and Where to vote in Kentucky click HERE.
Metro Public Works News
Complete Streets Coalition Seeking Members
Louisville Metro Government’s Department of Public Works is recruiting members for the recently established Complete Streets Coalition. The coalition was created through amendments to Louisville Metro’s Complete Streets Ordinance. These amendments require the formation of a committee which will have the defined and unique function of reviewing public projects to ensure Metro roadways are designed with consideration of all users, which will make our district safer, healthier, and more economically vibrant. This coalition plans to meet monthly for 1-2 hours once formed. If you are interested in joining, please send your name, email address, and phone number to Nate Keltch at Nathan.keltch@louisvilleky.gov.
2022 Property Assessment: You Have a Right to Appeal
Updated property assessment notices go out April 22, 2022. Property owners have from noon April 22nd until 4pm May 16th, 2022 to contest or appeal their property assessment from the Jefferson County PVA by participating in the Online Conference process. Assistance by telephone is available. Call 502-574-6224 for an appointment. PVA staff will be available to assist property owners in person with the Online Conference at at the following locations:
Northeast and South Central Library Branches
Weekdays: April 25-May 16, 9am to 4pm
PVA Office - 815 W Market St, suite 400
Weekdays: April 22-May 13, 8am-4pm
Saturdays: May 7 & 14, 9am-1pm
Evening Hours
West Buechel City Hall
Thursday May 5, 5:30pm-7:30pm
Middletown City Hall
Tuesday May 10, 5:30pm-7:30pm
Go to jeffersonpva.ky.gov for more information
Interested in serving on a board or commission?
Louisville Metro has approximately 100 boards and commissions with many areas of interest, including business and economic development, land planning, parks and recreation, public health and public safety.
Kentucky is opening Driver Licensing Regional Offices across the state to make new REAL ID-compliant driving and identity credentials (as well as standard credentials) available to Kentuckians who prefer to use them for air travel and federal access benefits once enforcement begins May 3, 2023. Other federally approved documents, like a valid passport or passport card, are accepted for U.S. air travel.
- Online and mail-in license renewal are now available. Visit our compare my options tool to determine which option best fits your needs.
- Popup Driver Licensing Program locations will be available in select counties statewide throughout 2022. This traveling service brings all the services offered in Driver Licensing Regional Offices to local communities that don't have a regional office. Applicants must schedule an appointment below. Click here to learn more about the program.
- Avoid a repeat trip by arriving prepared. Learn what documents you need to bring by taking the IDocument Guide quiz or review a list of acceptable documents.
- Masks must be worn while inside a Driver Licensing Regional Office, regardless of vaccination status. We appreciate your assistance. Documented medical conditions that prohibit an individual from wearing a mask will be granted an exception.
- Driver Licensing Regional Offices are open to in-person visits from any Kentucky resident.
- Appointments are highly suggested, as limited space for walk-ins differs from site to site.
Louisville - Nia Center 2900 W. Broadway Louisville, KY 40211
502-564-1257
Louisville Vacant and Abandoned Property News
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.
Parks Alliance of Louisville - Parks for All Initiative
The Parks for All (https://www.parksalliancelou.org/parks-for-all) initiative is an opportunity for our community to address longstanding inequities in the funding of our community green spaces. Funded by Metro Council, Parks for All will look at all aspects of data and community input to map out the future investment strategy into our parks to make all parks equitable. We are starting the community outreach part and would like input and help from you identifying people in the community that want to be a part of the survey process.
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
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.
Please remember to not leave your vehicle running and unattended!
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
Library Author Series hosts two award-winning Kentucky authors, in conversation
Tuesday, May 10, 7 p.m. at the Main Library
LOUISVILLE, KY (April 11, 2022) — The Louisville Free Public Library’s Craig Buthod Author Series welcomes to the stage Kentucky Poet Laureate Crystal Wilkinson (Perfect Black) and historian Emily Bingham (My Old Kentucky Home: The Astonishing Life and Reckoning of an Iconic American Song) in conversation at the Main Library (301 York Street) on Tuesday, May 10, at 7 p.m. These two award-winning Kentucky authors will discuss their latest works, which offer fresh new perspectives on the Bluegrass state, both past and present.
The event is free, but registration is requested: LFPL.org/Registration or call (502) 574-1644. Books will be available for purchase, courtesy of Carmichael’s Bookstore.
About the Authors
Kentucky Poet Laureate Crystal Wilkinson is the award-winning author of Perfect Black, a memoir in verse, which explores rural black girlhood, religion, sexual abuse, and growing up in Southern Appalachia. An Associate Professor of English in the MFA in Creative Writing Program at the University of Kentucky, Wilkinson is the recipient of a 2022 NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Poetry, a 2021 O. Henry Prize, a 2020 USA Artists Fellowship, and a 2016 Ernest J. Gaines Prize for Literary Excellence. Her short stories, poems and essays have appeared in numerous journals and anthologies.
Writer and historian Emily Bingham was born into a journalism family. A Louisville native, her writings and reviews have appeared in Vogue,Ohio Valley History, Newsweek, and The Wall Street Journal.Bingham’s latest book, My Old Kentucky Home: The Astonishing Life and Reckoning of an Iconic American Song, examines the history of Stephen Foster’s iconic song. From its enormous success in the 1850s through its twenty-first-century reassessment, Bingham explores the song’s history and permutations, bridging a nation’s fraught disconnect between history and warped illusion, revealing the country’s ever evolving self.
9th annual How-To Festival returns to the Main Library
Saturday, May 14, 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
LOUISVILLE, KY (April 18, 2022) – After a two-year hiatus, the Louisville Free Public Library’s annual How-To Festival is back for its ninth year! Taking place on the second Saturday in May, How-To is an annual tradition for thousands of Louisvillians looking for something entertaining, interactive, and educational to do after Derby is over.
While the COVID-19 pandemic prompted the cancelation of the festival the last two years, LFPL is excited to once again offer attendees the chance to learn how-to-do more than 50 different things in five hours, all for free. From learning how to be a circus performer to canning your own vegetables to making amazing cake sculptures, “how-to” sessions cover a range of skills taught by local experts.
This year’s festival includes a mix of past favorites—how to do Tai Chi, homebrew beer, or grow delicious tomatoes—along with new lessons, such as how to make and decorate tasty dog treats, perform modern dance, and create digital music. Other timely topics include how to plan a cross-country trip in an electric vehicle and how to buy and sell a home in a crazy market. And thanks to a partnership with the Louisville Urban Agriculture Coalition, How-Towill once again feature three gardening tents with classes presented by Urban Ag member groups, including Kentuckiana Beekeepers, Wild Ones, and Master Gardeners.
The How-To Festival takes place on Saturday, May 14, from10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Main Library, 301 York Street. Sessions will be located in more than 15 areas throughout the building and surrounding grounds, transforming the entire library into a giant classroom. Food trucks will be onsite.
For more information, including the growing list of how-to sessions, visit LFPL.org/how-to. A complete schedule with times and locations will be finalized soon.
Fest-a-Ville on the Waterfront has returned for its sixteenth year in 2022 and will run through Derby Eve. It promises to have something for everyone, and admission is free with a 2022 Pegasus Pin!
The 900,000-square-foot venue will host several Festival events including the Great Balloon Glow, Chow Wagon, Ohio Valley Wrestling Run for the Ropes, HappyTail Hour, Ken-Ducky Derby, Neigh-Maste on the Waterfront and more.
Fest-a-Ville also offers a wide variety of activities for children, featuring midway-area and attractions at Pegasus Play-Ville including merry-go-round, ships ahoy, a giant slide and much more. Helicopter rides return this year for $40.
From the opening day ribbon-cutting to Derby Eve, Fest-a-Ville will be the downtown destination at Kentucky Derby Festival time.
NEW THIS YEAR:
Flavors of Fest-a-Ville: Sample foodie favorites from popular Festival tradition, the Chow Wagon. It’s open weekdays only from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Samples range from $2 to $4.
The Kentucky Association of Health Plans (KAHP) will give patrons a free Pegasus Pin or money card (valued at $7) to be used at Fest-a-Ville if they get a COVID-19 vaccination (vaccines are available from 4-6 p.m. each day). The KAHP tent will be located at the entrance, with Bluewater Diagnostic Laboratory administering vaccines.
Heroes of Education Day: Thursday, May 5th, all education employees (with a valid ID) are invited to head down after school and experience an evening at Fest-a-Ville. They will receive free admission that day, along with a commemorative, custom Pegasus Pin while supplies last, courtesy of Class Act Federal Credit Union.
Celebrate the trifecta of Kentucky pride at Thurby, and enjoy the things that Kentucky is famous for - great horse racing, bourbon, and music!
Thurby, presented by Old Forester, will host Nathaniel Rateliff & the Night Sweats live in the infield! All Thurby tickets permit admission to the infield. The band will perform between races in the afternoon.
Ticket prices start at $29 and can be purchased here.
Derby week is finally here! Don't miss the 148th Kentucky Oaks Race! This year's Kentucky Oaks begins at 5:51 p.m. Have you picked your favorite yet?
To see the full list and stats of all Oaks fillies for 2022, visit the Kentucky Derby's website.
Get your tickets to attend the most exciting two minutes in sports event today!
Can't get to the track this year? NBC Sports will air the Kentucky Oaks on Friday, May 6th from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. ET on Peacock and 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. ET on USA Network, NBCSports.com and the NBC Sports app.
Rockin' Derby Eve presented by Woodford Reserve is an exciting, new event in the heart of Paristown! Featuring a can’t–miss performance from country music recording artist, Jake Owen, with a portion of the evening’s proceeds benefitting the Norton Healthcare Foundation Derby Divas, as well as Thoroughbred Charities of America.
Christy’s Garden will be transformed into an extraordinary outdoor turf club and garden party with all food and beverage included with VIP tickets.
Get ready for a glamourous Derby Eve event featuring some of the most talented Burlesque & Variety performances Louisville has to offer!
General Admission is $25, and limited VIP tables are available for up to 4 guests! VIP tables include premium seating, champagne service, and a special gift just for you! Get your tickets here.
This is a 21+ show, please bring your ID. Doors open at 8 PM, show starts at 9 PM.
The 148th run for the roses is almost here! This year's Kentucky Derby begins at 6:57 p.m. Have you picked your favorite yet?
To see the full list and stats of all Derby horses for 2022, visit the Kentucky Derby's website.
Get your tickets to attend the most exciting two minutes in sports event today!
Can't make it to the track this year? The Kentucky Derby will air on NBC, NBCSports.com, the NBC Sports app and Peacock. Television coverage of all of Saturday’s races at Churchill Downs begins at noon on USA Network. The telecast moves to NBC at 2:30 p.m. and will remain on the air until 7:30.
85° West is bringing the first-ever concert to Lynn Family Stadium!
Billboard-chart topping, Grammy-award winning musician and performer Janet Jackson has sold more than 100 million records and amassed an extensive catalog of hits. The pop icon is also one of the world’s most awarded artists, and her accolades include five Grammy Awards, 11 Billboard Music Awards and 11 American Music Awards. Jackson’s entertaining performance will include songs from her greatest hits and 12 multi-platinum records.
All six original members of New Edition — Bobby Brown, Johnny Gill, Ralph Tresvant, Michael Bivins, Ronnie Devoe and Ricky Bell — will perform at Lynn Family Stadium. The American Music Award-winning group, which was recently inducted into the Black Music & Entertainment Walk of Fame, will perform hits spanning its 40-year career.
Tickets are still available for this historic concert at Lynn Family Stadium, get yours here!
Get in the derby spirit Saturday, at Logan Street Market with outdoor kid-friendly craft tables and games plus live music starting at 3:30pm by The Get Down.
Special derby offerings from our vendors and Guest Makers and Growers make for a fun day to sip and stroll!
Cheer on your favorite horses on our jumbo screen in the Wild Hops Venue!
This family-friendly event is free and open to the public.
Celebrate after Derby at Zero's Luxe Lounge! Featuring music by Dj Efeezy the Wolf of South Beach and Core Dj Nitti on the 1s & 2s. Special guests will be making an appearance, and the Luxe full food menu will be available!
Dress to impress and enjoy the champagne fountain until 12:30 a.m.!
What's better than Prom as a teenager? Prom as an adult of course!
This Saturday at The Wiggle Room, bring a date or go stag and get ready to dance the night away! DJ Slim Thicc and Magic Domdi will be playing the jams. Prom attire is suggested!
This event begins at 10 p.m. and is a 21+ only event.
Get your tickets ahead of time for $15 here, or at the door for $20.
Head to Fourth Street Live! for Cinco de Mayo presented by Don Julio! This is a free, family-friendly fiesta featuring live music, dancing and activities! There will be performances by
Mario Santiago Band - Mariachis Mexico Lindo Dancers - Masflowband
Special Thank You To Mayor Greg Fischer's Office For Globalization.
See the Zoo in a whole new light as you enjoy one of the largest lantern festivals in the nation featuring thousands of handcrafted silk-covered lanterns aglow with more than 50,000 LED light bulbs.
Embark on a journey to the far east as you stroll alongside dramatic cultural displays celebrating the rich heritage and craftsmanship of lantern artisans. Dramatic archways illuminate the way on a magical journey past colorful peacocks, slithering serpents, and a beautiful African savanna. Majestic butterflies beckon you into a world of larger-than-life insects and animals from all around the world. Kids (or kids at heart) can become part of the magic while swaying on our glowing moonlight swings or stepping inside a gigantic kaleidoscope for some whirling, twirling fun. The wonder of Wild Lights is sure to create glowing smiles and bright memories for guests of all ages.
Opening night is Friday, March 18th. Wild Lights will be open every Thursday through Sunday until June 5th.
General Public tickets are $20, members $17, and children 2 and under are free. Purchase your tickets ahead of time here!
1100 Trevilian Way, Louisville, KY 40213
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
