Louisville Metro Government sent this bulletin at 05/20/2022 12:12 PM EDT
COUNCILWOMAN DR. BARBARA SHANKLIN
(502) 574-1102 / 601 West Jefferson Street City Hall, 1st Floor Louisville, KY 40202
Dr. Barbara Shanklin District 2 Councilwoman 601 West Jefferson Street City Hall, 1st Floor Louisville, KY 40202 (502) 574-1102 Barbara.Shanklin@louisvilleky.gov
Caleb Howard Legislative Assistant Caleb.Howard@louisvilleky.gov
On the third Tuesday of each month, a Community Meeting is held to give residents an opportunity to be informed, discuss ideas and share. Be part of the change we want to see for our community. Join us at 6:00PM to share with Councilwoman Dr. Barbara Shanklin.
JOIN US IN-PERSON NEXT MONTH TO MEET WITH COUNCILWOMAN SHANKLIN AT NEWBURG LIBRARY (4800 EXETER AVE.)
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Latest News from Mayor Fischer and the City of Louisville
Mayor declares it Affordable Housing Week to celebrate progress made and stress need for additional investment
Louisville Metro Government has invested $106 million in affordable housing under Fischer administration
LOUISVILLE, KY (May 16, 2022) – Mayor Greg Fischer today joined fair and affordable housing advocates in the mixed-income Park Springs subdivision to declare this week “Affordable Housing Week” in the city of Louisville – celebrating progress made, and calling on state and local leaders to continue work to expand affordable housing options.
“I am proud that we were able to commit $106 million toward affordable housing during my three terms, because these dollars translate to real impact in our community and a difference in the lives of Louisvillians. It is a tremendous achievement that would not have been possible without the support of Metro Council and partners like the Louisville Affordable Housing Trust Fund, Habitat for Humanity, and affordable housing developers,” the Mayor said.
To date, those funds have created or preserved more than 5,000 affordable housing units in Louisville. Prior to Mayor Fischer’s administration, investments in affordable housing totaled only $7 million.
During the press conference, Rob Locke, CEO of Habitat for Humanity of Metro Louisville, highlighted his agency’s partnership with the city to create affordable housing, as well as the need for more.
“Habitat for Humanity of Metro Louisville has helped 575 families become homeowners in our community over the last few decades, but we had 900 families apply for our program last month. The need for affordable housing is greater than ever, and Habitat is grateful for Mayor Fischer’s commitment to this important cause,” Locke said. “Habitat supports the spectrum of affordable housing but focuses on the equity-building path of homeownership. We celebrate the fact that 125 of our 575 homebuyers have paid off their mortgages!"
In addition to dedicated funding, Louisville Metro Government (LMG) is identifying other ways to promote affordable housing. As part of its equity review of the Land Development Code, for example, the Office of Planning & Design Services is considering way to amend the city’s land use regulations to encourage construction of a variety of housing types, such as duplexes, townhomes, cottage courts and other multiplexes, throughout Louisville.
In 2019, LMG and the Louisville Affordable Housing Trust Fund released a Housing Needs Assessment, which identified that Louisville needs more than 31,000 new units of affordable housing to meet the need for housing among the city’s lowest income residents.
“Our work is not done,” Mayor Fischer said. “To meet the current and growing demand, we must continue investing in and incentivizing the development of affordable housing and find new ways to encourage a variety of housing options across Jefferson County.”
Tony Curtis, executive director of the Metropolitan Housing Coalition, noted that the cost to meet the housing needs of families with the lowest incomes, at or below 30% area median income, is currently projected to be over $5 billion.
"While we have made great strides recently in funding affordable housing through the Louisville Affordable Housing Trust Fund and American Rescue Plan funding commitments, there remains a lot of work to be done to create housing opportunity and housing choice for all Louisvillians, across all of Louisville,” Curtis said. “The Metropolitan Housing Coalition is committed to advocating for attainable housing for all – by reforming the land development code to create housing choice and opportunity, by identifying a dedicated funding source for the Affordable Housing Trust Fund, by creating wealth building opportunities to eliminate the 22,000 homeownership gap between Black and White households, and through other efforts. This is not a district by district issue; this is a citywide issue of the utmost importance."
Kentucky Affordable Housing Coalition has continued to push for state action to make investing in affordable housing more attractive and to help cities across Kentucky.
“With inflation on the rise, it is critical that members of our communities, such as veterans, retiring seniors, teachers, first responders, and those entering the workforce for the first time have a home that will meet their budget and not break the bank,” said Michael Gross, vice president of Kentucky Affordable Housing Coalition. “We have been working diligently to pass a state housing tax credit in Kentucky and will continue to fight for the passage of this bill, but we need your help. Talk to your local and state officials and continue to let them know about the critical need for affordable housing in Kentucky.”
The Coalition noted that a 5-year State Workforce and Affordable Housing Tax Credit would lead to the construction of over 6,500 affordable housing units, creation of 3,500 jobs annually, and over $178 million in state and local tax revenues, according to current estimations.
Mayor announces new CycLOUvia event downtown this June
Humana-sponsored event will including family-friendly activities, promote alternative transportation and recreation
LOUISVILLE, KY (May 13, 2022) – Surrounded by biking advocates, Mayor Greg Fischer today joined representatives from Humana, Louisville Downtown Partnership and Main Street businesses to announce a new Humana-sponsored CycLOUvia event downtown on Sunday, June 5.
“We are excited to expand this popular event with a summer CycLOUvia and bring it downtown where people can experience the many great businesses and arts and cultural attractions that our city has to offer,” the Mayor said. “Thank you to Humana for its sponsorship and thank you to our participating businesses and organizations. We hope this event will encourage healthy lifestyles and promote the use of sustainable transportation.”
The original CycLOUvia event on Bardstown Road was created in 2012, and throughout the years, it has also been held on Frankfort Avenue and West Broadway. This year, Louisville Metro Government decided to host CycLOUvia Downtown to encourage people to come downtown and support local businesses and organizations following the global pandemic.
“Humana’s commitment to our hometown extends to our partnerships with Louisville Metro and the CycLOUvia team,” said Douglas Edwards, Humana’s Senior Vice President of Enterprise Associate & Business Solutions. “Events like this one help foster social connectedness and sense of belonging, which are critical for achieving your best health.”
CycLOUvia Downtown will take place from 2 to 6 p.m. on Sunday, June 5. During that time, Main Street, from Wenzel to 10th streets, will be closed to motorized vehicles, allowing people to bike, walk, or skate on the roadway enjoying vendors and activities along the way.
During the event, Repurposed will be transformed into a family-focused activity center presented by Humana, and the LouVelo bikeshare program will be offering free 2-hour rides from 1 to 7 p.m. Other participating businesses and organizations include:
Kentucky Performing Arts
Louisville Bats
Main Street Association
Muhammad Ali Center
TARC
Louisville Water Company
Yum! Arena
Businesses and organizations interested in participating in CycLOUvia Downtown can contact the Office of Advanced Planning and Sustainability at 502-574-0032.
As part of his administration-long focus on wellness, Mayor Fischer has promoted outdoor recreation through events like CycLOUvia and the Mayor’s Hike Bike and Paddle, and through investments in the city’s parks, waterways, and scooter, bike, and pedestrian infrastructure. During his tenure, Louisville Metro Government has invested nearly $50 million in bike and pedestrian-related infrastructure, including bike lanes, the 100-mile Louisville Loop, and the Big Four Pedestrian & Bicycle Bridge.
Under Mayor Fischer, Louisville Metro Government has also adopted the national Complete Streets Model that considers alternative modes of transportation and moves away from car-oriented streets. In 2016, he unveiled the city’s 20-year multimodal plan, MOVE Louisville, which identified the need to focus on greater roadway connectivity and implement more Complete Streets as a way to not only improve how people move around the city but also to increase sustainability and become more attractive to companies seeking to locate in cities that offer alternative transportation modes for their employees.
Louisville Metro has since made changes to improve pedestrian and bicycle accommodations, while investing in Complete Street projects on major corridors like Dixie Highway, which is now home to Louisville’s first Bus Rapid Transit line, better pedestrian and bike routes, and an increase in overall safety. In 2016, Bicycling magazine named Louisville to its list of top 50 best bike cities in the U.S., citing the Big Four pedestrian bridge that opened in 2013 and on-street bike lanes.
Louisville Metro Council News
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 has one remaining opportunity for the public to speak about the budget in person at City Hall. (A virtual option through WebEx will also be available.)
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.)
Remaining Highlights of the 2023 Budget Hearing Schedule:
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
Swimming pool inspection results now available to the public
Before you and your family head back to the pool this summer, you can check out water safety results on a new Louisville Metro open data portal. Residents and visitors can now access inspection data for local pools and spas located in city and state parks, condos, apartments, amusement parks, recreation venues and private clubs.
The addition of the new data is part of a national project to make aquatic inspection results consistent and available across communities so it can be shared, analyzed and used to address illnesses associated with recreational waters. The data is also available for app and web developers, businesses and community organizations to re-use and share to improve public health.
Individuals can look up the latest inspection results for local public pools, spas and water parks at data.louisvilleky.gov.
You can now order more free COVID-19 home tests
Americans are now eligible for a third order of free, at-home coronavirus tests shipped through the U.S. Postal Service. Each household can request 16 free COVID-19 tests.
The tests, authorized by the Food and Drug Administration and available on the federal website covidtests.gov.
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Rental Assistance available again for Louisvillians
Unfortunately, Metro Louisville exhausted all rental assistance funds allocated through American Rescue Funds in March of 2022, and Treasury rules have made it difficult to acquire additional funding.
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.
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
Online Reading and Learning
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.
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.
KYTC road work around District 2
U.S. 31E (Buechel Bypass): Right lane closure over the Norfolk Southern Railroad (mile point 10.4) due to findings from a routine inspection in 2021. It’s not an active construction zone, and the affected area isn’t visible while driving over the bridge. KYTC has secured the money and has a signed agreement with the railroad to perform the necessary repair work. A bid opening is scheduled for May 26 for the bridge repair. Once the contractor is selected, they will need to get a separate agreement with the railroad. There is no completion date set for the project at this time. Motorists can use Bardstown Road as a detour.
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.
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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!
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.
Louisville Parks and Recreation is hiring! We are in need of full-time and seasonal employees. If you are a student on break for the summer or just looking for a part-time job, we have positions open at our outdoor pools, golf course pro shops, in our recreation division and at Jefferson Memorial Forest. Visit bestparksever.com for more information on employment opportunities!
Louisville Parks and Recreation kicks off 2022 swim season Memorial Day weekend
Louisville Parks and Recreation kicks off the summer pool season beginning Memorial Day Weekend on May 28, 2022. Three outdoor pools will be open this season – Algonquin, Fairdale and Sun Valley. The pools’ regular weekday/weekend schedule will run through August 7. From August 7 – Labor Day, September 5, 2022, the city’s three outdoor pools will be open on weekends only.
The three public pools will be open Sundays through Saturdays from 12 - 5 p.m., with each being closed one day per week for scheduled maintenance (Fairdale – Mondays; Algonquin – Tuesdays; Sun Valley – Wednesdays). The daily cost for the 2022 season is $3 for those 13 years and older and $2 for children 12 years and under.
New this year is a FREE Junior Lifeguard Club that will be offered to those ages 12-15. The Junior Lifeguard Club is a unique program designed as a “coaching” environment for long-term goals and short-term “personal best” achievements. Prerequisites include swimming 25 yards continuously and treading water for 1 minute. The club will begin on June 15 and run through August 5. Details for the sessions are listed below:
Junior Lifeguard Club Details June 15 through August 5 Algonquin Pool – Wednesdays, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Fairdale Pool – Thursdays, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Sun Valley Pool – Fridays, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
In addition, Louisville Parks and Recreation welcomes back the Summer Recreational Swim Club, a free 4–week program sponsored by the Louisville Sports Fund that will introduce youth ages 7–12 to a new and fun concept of swimming. The Recreational Swim Club is offered to three age groups: 7–8, 9–10 and 11–12, and is limited to eight kids per age group. Registration will take place the week of June 1 at each pool site where classes will be held.
Recreational Swim Club Details June 1, 2, 3 Algonquin Pool – June 1, 10:30 a.m. Sun Valley Pool – June 2, 10:30 a.m. Fairdale Pool – June 3, 10:30 a.m.
4-week program beginning the week of June 6 through the week of June 27 Algonquin Pool – Mondays, 10:30 a.m. Sun Valley Pool – Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m. Fairdale Pool – Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m.
4-week program beginning the week of July 4 through the week of August 1 Algonquin Pool – Mondays, 10:30 a.m. (No class July 4) Sun Valley Pool – Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m. Fairdale Pool – Wednesday, 10:30 a.m.
Additionally, Central Adult Learn-to-Swim, Inc. will host Aqua Zumba on Saturdays in June and July at the Algonquin Pool from 10:30–11:30 a.m. for a fee of $5. This popular aquatic fitness class is set to the beat of music and is held in the shallow end of the pool. Swimming experience is not required for the Zumba courses and a maximum of 100 participants are allotted on a first-come, first-served basis.
For more information about any of the programs, please contact 502-574-1498.
Now hiring lifeguards for the 2022 summer season
We want you to spend your summer with us! Louisville Parks and Recreation is hiring lifeguards for the 2022 summer season. Position pays $15.15 per hour.
We are also offering FREE lifeguard training for anyone that commits to working at one of our outdoor pools. Training classes are offered May 16 through May 20, 4 - 8 p.m. and June 6 through June 10, 4 - 8 p.m. at Mary T. Meagher Aquatic Center (201 Reservoir Ave).
To register for training, please call 502-574-1498.
Registration is underway for specialty camps offered at Jefferson Memorial Forest
Jefferson Memorial Forest's summer camps combine summer fun with nature-based science education activities. A variety of camps are offered for ages 7 - 15. Campers will take on the roles of naturalists, scientists, and adventurers as they explore the Forest and the creatures that inhabit it. Traditional summer camp fun will round out the experience, inspiring exploration and creating an adventure to remember for a lifetime.
Adventure Camp Ages 7-12 • June 21-24 Ages 7-12 • July 25-29
Campers will explore the trails deep in the forest, shoot bows and arrows, use a map and compass to discover buried treasure, and learn outdoor survival skills.
ECO Extreme Camp Ages 13-15 • June 27-July 1
This adventure camp sets itself apart from other camps offered. From camping out under the stars on an overnight trip, to paddling on the forest lake, campers are sure to get a dose of adventure at ECO X Camp, all while learning backcountry cooking, canoeing techniques, Leave-No-Trace skills, and more.
Fairies, Trolls and Gnomes Camp Ages 7-10 • June 27-July 1
Enter a magical, hidden world in the Forest, where creatures of the imagination come to life. Campers will use their creativity and natural materials to craft an enchanted land where anything is possible, while learning about the plants and animals of the forest. Looking for Lilith Theatre Company will create various drama activities with the campers to help them develop their characters for the play on Friday. Families are invited to come out for the play and enjoy a Woodland Fairy Tea Party.
***Registration forms can be mailed with check or credit card information to Jefferson Memorial Forest, P.O. Box 467, Fairdale, KY 40118. Registrations can also be completed over the phone by calling 502-368-5404. More information on camps offered at Jefferson Memorial Forest can be found by visiting wildernesslouisville.org.***
Get Involved and Volunteer!
- Dare-to-Care and Louisville Parks and Recreation have partnered together to reduce food insecurity in local youth through Kids' Café! The Kid's Café offers free, nutritious, hot meals to youth under age 18 at Louisville Parks and Recreation community centers. Locations include: Beechmont, California, Newburg, Parkhill, Portland, Southwick, Shawnee, Sun Valley. Volunteer Here!
Louisville Zoo News
Zoo Opens Butterflies n’ Blooms and New Season for Monarchs and Milkweed
Butterflies are back! The Zoo’s Butterflies n’ Blooms exhibit opens Saturday, May 14 and runs through Sunday, September 18. This seasonal exhibit is free with Zoo admission or membership and is open daily 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., weather permitting. The exhibit is in collaboration with Idlewild Butterfly Farm.
Visitors will be able to walk amongst hundreds of native butterflies sipping nectar from colorful flowers in our 1,000 sq. ft. outdoor flight house located across from the bongo exhibit. Butterfly and plant identification signs will help guests interpret what they are seeing. Inside the exhibit, guests can also learn about and witness the lifecycle of the butterfly from caterpillar to chrysalid to butterfly.
Visitors to the Zoo will see a variety of butterfly species over the course of the summer including monarchs, red admirals, painted ladies, several species of swallowtails, buckeyes, commas, question marks, orange sulphurs and red spotted purples.
A list of all butterfly species that may be in the exhibit during the season along with photos can be found on the Zoo’s website at louisvillezoo.org/butterflies. Also, on the web page are tips on helping butterflies, why pollinators and bugs are beneficial, and lots more.
Monarchs and Milkweed Pollinator Habitat Project
Last year, as a member of AZA’s SAFE North American Monarch Butterfly program, the Zoo launched the Monarchs and Milkweed Pollinator Habitat Project to provide an opportunity for community partners to develop a connection with nature through habitat development and have a direct impact on the conservation of the monarch butterfly. The Zoo opened the project with the installation of pollinator gardens at Seven Counties Services on West Broadway and at Bellarmine University on Newburg Rd.
This spring, the Zoo will be helping plant pollinator gardens with two additional partners — Brooklawn at Seven Counties Services in Newburg and Slaughter Elementary on Fern Valley Rd. This fall, the Zoo will continue adding more pollinator garden partners. Interested community members can inquire about becoming a partner to plant their own pollinator garden at louisvillezoo.org/monarchs-and-milkweed.
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About the Louisville Zoo
Since 2011, under Mayor Fischer’s administration, the Louisville Zoo celebrated its 50th anniversary, opened nine new exhibits and attractions, and won national awards for Glacier Run and School at the Zoo. Considered Kentucky’s most popular not-for-profit paid attraction, the Zoo welcomed nearly 9 million guests in the last decade. In 2021, the Zoo was voted “Best Place to Take Kids in Summer,” by LEO Weekly, “Best Kid-Friendly Attraction” by Kentucky Living Magazine and Boo at the Zoo made the Top 10 Halloween Festivals list by thetravel.com. Community Access Memberships, deep-discount days, the Future Healers Got Zoo Buddies partnership and the accessible playground are among prime efforts to make Louisville Zoo even safer, more engaging, and more inclusive. Among the Louisville Zoo’s most successful conservation programs, the black-footed ferret breeding effort produced 1,100 kits and repatriated more than 800 of these most highly endangered, American mammals to the wild.
The Louisville Zoo, a non-profit organization and state Zoo of Kentucky, is dedicated to bettering the bond between people and our planet by providing excellent care for animals, a great experience for visitors, and leadership in scientific research and conservation education. The Zoo is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA).
REAL Good News - Clean Energy Forum
Bringing clean energy to Louisville—a forum on how municipalization could provide the way forward
Changing Louisville’s electric utility system to reach the city’s renewable energy goals will be the focus of a virtual forum in June. On June 29, an event titled REAL Good News will hold its seventh in a series of quarterly public Zoom meetings to make sure Louisville implements its green energy goals. In 2020 the Metro Council passed a resolution to move the city’s operations to 100% clean energy by 2030. That resolution also sets a goal of 100% clean energy for the entire Louisville community by 2040. The June event will feature a discussion about a proposal to put portions of Louisville’s electric service structure under city ownership—also known as “partial municipalization.” The aim of that plan would be to overcome regulations that limit access to renewable energy. Speakers at the June event will include Allison Smith with the Louisville Office of Advanced Planning & Sustainability; Janice Beecher with the Institute of Public Utilities, Michigan State University; and Sam Avery, with the Renewable Energy Alliance of Louisville (REAL.) Music by Louisville musician and activist John Gage will open and close the event. People attending will also be encouraged to attend Metro Council meetings to speak in favor of implementing Louisville's clean energy resolution. The REAL Good News event will run from 7 to 8:30 June 29 and is sponsored by REAL, Kentucky Interfaith Power and Light, and the Christian Action group of St. Paul United Methodist Church. The event is free but advance registration is required. Here’s the Zoom link to register: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUpde6prD4iHNaQB7btPMmgxbJtXg5ervwm. More information is available at the REAL website: https://renewableenergylouisville.org/events.html
Report Street Light Outages to LG&E
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).
This Friday enjoy the first Pickin in Paristown Bluegrass Jam concert series featuring Dark Moon Hollow!
The family fun starts at 5 p.m. with food trucks, family activities and cocktails. Stick around and check out the live music starting at 7 p.m.!
This is a free event. Grab a chair, family and friends (four-legged friends are invited as well) and plan on spending the evening in Christy's Garden. Four more concerts to come in this series, so keep a look out for upcoming performances!
Poorcastle Festival is back this weekend for another year of incredible live music and local vendors!
Gates open each day at 1 p.m. Spend the day at Breslin Park dancing and celebrating with friends, and then head to the free after-parties happening each night after the festival! After-parties will feature live music and drink specials!
Tickets for Poorcastle are on sale now! Single day and weekend passes can be purchased here.
Taking place at Roots 101 African American Museum, MindFEST is a free community mind strengthening event infused with music, food, entertainment, art, yoga, vendors, panel discussions, and more.
They will have some incredible individuals who will be speaking on the mental health panel including Twany Beckham, Lauren Muir, Jackie Joseph, and more!
MindFEST founders advocate for mental health through music, podcasting, professional services, blogging, and community outreach. To learn more about how MindFEST started, check out their YouTube video!
The first Paristown Flea of the 2022 season is finally here! Enjoy an eclectic mix of vendors selling vintage, vinyl, antiques, mid-century, art deco, plants, books, repurposed and more!
There will be food truck options and pop-up bars to fuel you as you do some outdoor picking in Historic Paristown.
This is a free, family-friendly event with four dates in 2022: May 21, June 18, September 10, and October 15!
The 10th annual Old Louisville Springfest will be happening this Saturday! This rain or shine, free event will feature vendors, great food and live music in beautiful Old Louisville!
Nearly 100 local handmade artists and vendors, non-profits, and food trucks will be on hand selling their wares and services...unique local art, upcycled goods, jewelry, pottery, clothing, handmade soaps, wood crafts, and artisanal food.
Hang in the park or enjoy legendary bourbon slushies...all while sampling some of Louisville's finest gourmet food trucks: Bamba Egg Rolls, Festival Cuisine & Spirits, Hot Buns, Mr. C’s Cheesecakes, Orleans Cajun Cuisine, Smokin’ Wheels. BBQ, Tikiz of Louisville.
Enjoy live music from regional and local artists along with a DJ in the Springfest Beer Garden! This years musical artists include: Genevva, Jack Keyes, Mom’s Mad, Coda Battousai, Ellie Ruth and Old Lou’s Ragtime Band.
ORCs Bash 2022 is on! Enjoy a night of gaming, entertainment, vendors, food trucks, karaoke, dancing, and burlesque at the Art Sanctuary. There is something for all ages at this cosplay party!
This event is hosted by the Ohio River Valley Cosplayers(ORCs), a non-profit corporation, group of cosplayers and a cosplay family.
Bernheim’s annual celebration of spring, BloomFest, includes tons of great activities for children including arts and crafts, garden faerie house construction and naturalist-led discovery stations and musical entertainment.
BloomFest is also a great time to experience Playcosystem, Bernheim’s recently-opened natural play area.
Special for this year, Bernheim will be selling a very limited quantity of 19 cultivars of Japanese maples. Many of these cultivars are rarely available in trade. Trees range in size from 3-15 gallons. All proceeds benefit Bernheim, and the sale will happen from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the visitor center.
From 12 to 3 p.m. enjoy the jazzy sounds of Definitely Pinwheels at the Spirit Nest!
This is a free event. $10 recommended donation per car for non-members still applies.
Join Norton Commons in the North Village Town Square and enjoy over 75 artisan vendors including talented painters, jewelry makers, soap milliners, photographers, mixed media artists, woodworkers, and more.
Local food trucks will offer tasty treats & drinks and beer & wine will be available. There will also be live music and a kids’ zone, ensuring fun for all ages!
This is a free, family-friendly event with free parking!
Join fellow nature lovers for the 15th annual Forest Fest! This will be a fun-filled day of Bluegrass music, arts & crafts vendors, family activities, and food and beverage booths.
Live performances by Nu-Blu, The Slocan Ramblers, Wolfpen Branch, The Price Sisters, and The Song Sparrows will keep you dancing all day long!
This a free, family-friendly event! Parking is $10 per car. (cash only)
The Kentucky Humane Society is excited to invite all animal lovers to their annual fundraising event and celebration of the animals this Sunday at Slugger Field! Bring your friends and family, both two and four-legged, and join them to come together in support of our community’s canine, feline and equine friends.
This year's event will feature great vendors for both our human and canine fans, animal booths, great music and paw-some activities for every member of your family.
Over the past 28 years, Waggin’ Trail Festival for the Animals has raised more than $1 million to support the lifesaving programs of the Kentucky Humane Society. The first step is to register and set a personal or team fundraising goal to help the Kentucky Humane Society raise $120,000 to help even more homeless and needy dogs, cats and horses.
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
⚜ This summer, make sure to check out all the great Farmers' Markets we have to offer in Louisville! ⚜
St. Matthews Farmers' Market - 4100 Shelbyville Rd. Saturdays, 8 am to 12 pm
West End Farmers' Market - 1821 W. Jefferson St. Select Saturdays, next market Saturday, 5/21, 12 to 3 pm
Westport Rd. Baptist Farmers' Market - 9705 Westport Rd. Saturdays 9 am to 1 pm
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
