Join us at Highview Park at 7122 Briscoe Lane on May 27 from 6pm to 10pm. See you there!

In the last few years, JD Shelburne has become one of Kentucky’s fastest rising stars, with album credits, countless shows, a loyal fan base, charity work that has raised thousands of dollars and a list full of accolades that sets Shelburne apart from the rest. Country Artist JD Shelburne grew up on a tobacco farm in Taylorsville, KY, a tiny town southeast of the Ohio River near Louisville KY.

Southern Sirens is an all-female pop/Americana trio based out of the Louisville, KY area. This all-female trio performs a plethora of genres in their originals and covers giving each song their own distinctive sound with a unique instrumental blend primarily of violin, percussion/drums, guitar, and vocals. 

Louisville Metro Council’s Budget Committee started budget hearings last week for the proposed 2022-2023 Capital and Operating Budgets.

The Committee will review the proposal over the months of May and June. 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

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 is available now on the Metro Council website. The written comments will close on June 3 at 5 p.m.

Second, the Committee’s schedule will include opportunities for the public to speak about the budget in person at City Hall. (A virtual option through WebEx will also be available.)

• June 2 at 6 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 to 4:30 p.m.)

Information and guidance for speaking at the Committee Public Hearings can be found here. 

Highlights of the 2023 budget hearing schedule:

• Office for Safe & Healthy Neighborhoods – Monday, May 23 at 3 p.m.
• Metro Corrections – Tuesday, May 24 at 2 p.m.
• LMPD – Tuesday, May 24 at 3 p.m.
• Resilience & Community Services – Wednesday, May 25 at 4 p.m.
• Louisville Forward, to include Economic Development, Develop Louisville, Codes & Regulations and the Affordable Housing Trust Fund – Thursday, May 26 at 2:30 p.m.
• Public Works, to include Solid Waste Management Services – Monday, June 6 at 3 p.m.
• Louisville Fire – Tuesday, June 7 at 4 p.m.
• Louisville Free Public Library – Tuesday, June 7 at 5 p.m.
• Parks & Recreation - Tuesday, June 8 at 5 p.m.
• Metro Council Meeting to Adopt FY 23 Budget – Thursday, June 23 at 6 p.m.

Read the complete schedule of meetings here. 

The public may watch all meetings live on Metro TV, Spectrum Cable Channel 184, on UVERSE at Channel 99, or on Facebook. Proceedings may also be streamed live from the Metro Council Clerk’s Archived Media page.  

1. BBB has received multiple reports from consumers regarding employment offers from Navis Worldwide. This is a reshipping scam. If you see any work-from-home job listings that involve receiving other people’s packages or mail directly to your home, report the listing to BBB at bbb.org/scamtracker

2. Several consumers have reported ordering products from a Facebook shopping group but have yet to receive the items and report they’ve either been given fake tracking information or told the item was lost by the postal service. BBB warns consumers to use caution when shopping online and to read reviews and reports on bbb.org before making purchases.

3. BBB continues to receive reports of scam phone calls claiming to represent Amazon customer support. Be advised that Amazon will not call you to verify charges to your account. If you receive a suspicious call, text, or message claiming to be from Amazon, log onto Amazon.com to check the status of your account and to contact their customer support directly.

4. Puppy scams aren’t going away anytime soon. BBB has received reports recently of puppy scams in the area. When buying a new pet, make sure you see the animal in person first, check the breeder’s credentials and references, and only pay with a secured method such as a credit card. Adopting from an accredited charity is also an excellent way to find your next pet!

5. BBB continues to receive reports of cryptocurrency scams. These scams are costing people hundreds, if not thousands, of dollars. If anyone contacts you with an “investment opportunity” that seems too good to be true or promises huge returns immediately, it is likely a scam.

6. Fake Publisher’s Clearing House calls are making the rounds again, as consumers have reported to BBB. The real Publisher’s Clearing House only notifies their winners by mail, not by telephone. Any “sweepstakes organization” that asks for money upfront to claim a grand prize is very likely a scam.

7. BBB warns of employment scams that take place over messaging apps. If a “recruiter” contacts you and asks you to download a messaging app such as Telegram, be very wary. Victims have been scammed by fake recruiters who claim to need their personal and financial information for new hire paperwork; these victims then have their identities stolen. Research any job offer first, be careful with your personal information, and beware of “easy hires” – companies who want to hire you without meeting you or conducting a job interview.

8. Celebrating a loved one’s graduation this month? Don’t get scammed when purchasing a gift! Research online shops, flower companies, and other retailers first before buying. You can read reviews and see a company’s rating at bbb.org.

9. May is National Moving Month, and BBB wants consumers to avoid moving scams. When working with a moving company, be wary of unusual requests such as full payment in advance, get everything in writing, keep an inventory of your belongings, and check reviews and ratings first at bbb.org.

10. BBB warns consumers not to fall for home warranty scams when buying a new home. Common signs of a scam include unclear terms, a difficult claims or cancellation process, and poor customer reviews. Calls or letters asking you to renew your home warranty are also a common scam.

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 8^th division lobby, 2927 Goose Creek Rd., Suite 101, 40241

For more descriptions about LIHEAP income eligibility and other instructions, visit https://louisvilleky.gov/LIHEAP. Residents may also call the automated LIHEAP information line at 502/991-8391 or visit www.louisvilleky.cascheduler.com.

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.