The group will then walk back to Metro Hall for a closing song performed by local youth.

Find more information about the Louisville event, and an opportunity to RSVP, on the March for our Lives Louisville Facebook page.

March For Our Lives was created by, inspired by and is led by students across the country who’ve said they will no longer risk their lives waiting for someone else to take action to stop the epidemic of mass school shootings that has become all too familiar.

Street sweeping next week

Public Works’ Solid Waste Management Services, street sweeping continues Monday, June 13. “No Parking” notices have been posted on streets scheduled to be swept.

The work will take place on weekdays from 9 am to 5 pm unless extreme weather conditions occur. We ask the public to heed the “No Parking” notices to ensure the work is conducted without vehicles blocking the streets. 

Reminder: Avoid unnecessary fees - Parking Authority of River City (PARC) will be enforcing parking violations and towing if necessary.

Lynx kittens and wallaby joeys - the Zoo's baby boom continues

Brace yourself for more cuteness: The Zoo’s spring “baby boom” continues with the birth of three Canada lynx kittens born on May 19 to mother Matilda and father Sitka. The Zoo also recently welcomed four Bennett’s wallaby joeys. Three of the joeys can be seen peeking from or hopping in and out of their mothers’ pouches in the Australia zone. Canada lynx Matilda will care for her kittens in a nest box during the first few weeks. Guests will be able to see the box and can expect to start seeing the kittens moving around the Americas’ exhibit near late June. The genders of the kittens won’t be known until after their first exam, which will be performed when they are closer to six weeks old to avoid disrupting the bonding process.

Because wallabies spend a significant amount of time during their first nine months concealed in their mom’s pouches, the wallaby joeys will be seen either in mom’s pouch or less frequently, in the yard. One male joey is being hand-reared off exhibit due to an early departure from mom’s pouch and need for additional care. The genders of the other three wallabies will be known once they have fully emerged from the “pouch life.” The Wallaroo Walkabout hours may vary, Check the latest information on schedules here.  Follow the growth of these newest animal ambassadors at louisvillezoo.org/zoobabies. Presented by Norton Children’s, Zoo Babies spotlights recent births at the Zoo including harbor seal Emmy, our new zebra filly, and impending giraffe birth, and more.

Louisville Zoo certified sensory inclusive

KultureCity has partnered with the Louisville Zoo to make the Zoo, as well as its hosted programs and events, more sensory inclusive. This initiative will promote an accommodating, positive experience for all guests with a sensory issue who visit the Zoo.

The Kulture City Sensory Inclusive™ Certification process entailed the Louisville Zoo staff being trained by leading medical professionals on how to recognize visitors with sensory needs as well as how to handle a sensory overload situation. Sensory bags equipped with noise canceling headphones provided by Puro Sound Labs, fidget tools, verbal cue cards, and weighted lap pads will also be available to guests at the Zoo who feel overwhelmed by the environment. The Zoo has identified quiet zones for a quieter and more secure environment.

Sensory sensitivities or challenges with sensory regulation are often experienced by individuals with autism, dementia, PTSD and other similar conditions (1 in 6 individuals). One of the major barriers for these individuals is sensitivity to overstimulation and noise, which is an enormous part of the environment in a venue like the Zoo. With its new certification, the Louisville Zoo is now better prepared to assist guests with sensory sensitivities in having the most comfortable and accommodating experience possible when attending any event at the Zoo.

Prior to attending an event, families can download the free KultureCity App where one can view what sensory features are available and where they can access them. Guests can learn more about the program and reserve kits here. 

Two possible cases of hepatitis of unknown cause in children here

COVID-19 risk level still in medium category

Louisville is holding steady in the “medium” or “yellow” COVID-19 community level category.  The CDC recommends residents in counties in the “medium” risk category to do the following: Stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccines. Get tested if you are showing symptoms. Talk to your health care provider about whether you need to wear a mask and take other precautions if you are at high risk for severe illness. The CDC is also recommending that travelers wear a well-fitting mask in public transportation areas.

Americans are now eligible for a third order of free, at-home coronavirus tests shipped through the U.S. Postal Service. Each household can get 16 free COVID-19 tests.

The tests, authorized by the Food and Drug Administration and available on the federal website covidtests.gov.

Join the Louisville Parks and Recreation team

June 24 and 25 - Holy Family Church Summer Festival

Summer fun is back, and so are the festivals! The Holy Family Church Summer Festival, is Friday, June 24 and Saturday, June 25. Great food, booths, games, prizes, live music, and a beer garden will add to the fun.  Holy Family Church is at 3938 Poplar Level Road, across from Kroger.

New toll rates effective July 1 - toll rates are updated every year

New toll rates for three bridges connecting Louisville and Southern Indiana begin July 1. Rates will range from $2.40 to $14.38, depending on the size of the vehicle and whether the driver has a prepaid account. Drivers with prepaid accounts in good standing and transponders pay the lowest toll rates and save more than $2 per crossing. In a passenger vehicle, the savings is 50 percent per crossing. The easiest way to maintain a positive account balance is by choosing auto-replenishment and linking the account to a valid payment method. Toll revenue is used to meet the financial obligations of the Ohio River Bridges Project and to pay for operations and maintenance of the bridges and roadways in the project area. Toll rates increase annually by 2.5 percent unless the rate of inflation (as measured by the Consumer Price Index) is higher. The April 2022 CPI used to calculate the increase was 8.3 percent. Additionally, the new rates include an adjustment of 0.1 percent that should have been reflected in the July 2021 rate increase. This adjustment was necessary because last year’s rate increase was calculated using the 2.5 percent baseline rather than the March 2021 CPI of 2.6 percent. Find more information on RiverLink tolling, including answers to frequently-asked questions, at www.RiverLink.com.

Report ticks through the Spot a Tick and Share Program

If you are bitten by a tick or discover one, the Louisville Metro Department of Public Health & Wellness (LMPHW) is asking that you share it with us for identification purposes. LMPHW will use results to create a map of where ticks are being reported and develop outreach and education materials.

“The ‘Spot a Tick and Share Program’ is new to LMPHW. After further understanding the importance of tick-borne diseases we saw the need to further research and identify what types of ticks are prevalent in the Metro area to help keep the public safe,” said Connie Mendel, senior deputy director at LMPHW.

At many of Louisville Metro’s 120 parks, residents and visitors will find posters telling people to beware of ticks and explaining how they can submit a tick to LMPHW

Juneteenth Jubilee Celebration Events begin June 11

Land Development Code reform - share your ideas on revisions

Work continues on fiscal year 2023 budget, Council to vote June 23

The Metro Council meeting to adopt the FY 2023 Budget will be Thursday, June 23 at 6 p.m. 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.

Seeking public input for the Commission on Gender Equity

The Office for Women is seeking public input on the future Commission on Gender Equity to address issues impacting women. We want to hear your perspective on issues impacting women and gender equity across Louisville and Jefferson County. Fill out the Community Survey to share your thoughts on the greatest needs/issues of gender equity and women in Louisville.

KYTC road work around District 10

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.

Charmoli Center Neighborhood Place has moved 

The Charmoli Center Neighborhood Place has moved from the East Government Center to 9100 Marksfield Road, near the intersection of Hurstbourne Lane and Shelbyville Road.  Initially, services offered will be limited to rental assistance, utility assistance, and information and resources. A broader array of services will be available on site as partner agencies move in and the facility becomes fully staffed. The number for the Charmoli Center is 574-5787. Read more information about available services or schedule an appointment.

Preston Corridor Transit Survey - share your feedback

As Louisville Metro Government explores enhanced transit options on the Preston Corridor, we invite input from the community to help us understand how people would use new transportation options. Share your feedback through the Preston Corridor Plan Community Input for Enhanced Transit Survey. Learn more about the Preston Corridor planning project.

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Help bring a Buffalo Trail sculpture to Preston Highway

For centuries, wildlife, including buffalo, migrated throughout Kentucky, pounding out the road we call Preston Street and Highway. Indigenous groups, explorers, and settlers relied on the compacted road as they ventured north and west. The St. Joseph Neighborhood Association is fundraising to create and install an original buffalo sculpture in the median. Learn more and donate today. Above, the St. Joseph Neighborhood Association's banner along Preston Highway.

Louisville’s Senior Nutrition Program Congregate Nutrition Sites nd Meals on Wheels, needs volunteers

Meals on Wheels is available to qualified seniors in Jefferson County, 60 years or older, who are homebound with no one available to help prepare meals. Call 574-6325 to begin the qualification process. For information on the senior congregate sites for more active seniors, 60 and older, call the number above or sign up at the RCS page. Sites require a one-day advance reservation. See the updated list of open congregate sites.  The Senior Nutrition Program seeks volunteers all year long to help in a variety of capacities. For more information, call 574-6420.

Monthly Food Pantry at St Agnes Parish in partnership with Dare to Care

The monthly Food Pantry at St. Agnes Parish, in partnership with Dare to Care, distributes food to approximately 150 guest families the fourth Saturday of each month. The pantry operates from 9 to 10:30 a.m. and is open to all Louisville residents. Due to Covid-19, guests are served via a drive-through format and all Pantry volunteers are prescreened and wear masks as per CDC guidelines.

Audubon Parkway area water main replacement continues 

Louisville Water is working in the Audubon Parkway area on a water Main Replacement and Rehabilitation Program. Areas affected are shown in green on the map. LW is also working on Newburg Road between Larkmoor Lane and Produce Road. Get updates at www.louisvillewater.com/where-were-working.

Louisville Water Company water meter replacement continues 

From LWC: Louisville Water is in a three-year project to upgrade our water meters. In the coming weeks, our contractors and employees will do work in a portion of District 10 to replace older meters with new ones. 

The map above shows where LWC will be working and includes Barret Avenue, Bates Court, Baxter Avenue, Castlewood Avenue, Castlewood Dell, Dahlia Drive, Eastern Parkway, Ellison Avenue, Hawthorn Hill, Royal Avenue, and Summit Avenue. 

As part of our ongoing mission to provide the highest quality water and service, Louisville Water will upgrade the water meter at no cost to you. Meter upgrades will take place Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.

We will knock on your door before work begins. Water will be turned off for a short period, usually less than 30 minutes. We will also leave a note on your door when we finish.

Louisville Water contractor, Grid One Solutions, will do most of the meter upgrades. Their vehicles will have an orange and black Grid One logo and Louisville Water contractor signs. All workers will have Grid One identification badges. Read more information on the project.

District 10 events

June 11 - Wurstfest Biergarten at the German-American Club

Join the German-American Club this Saturday for Wurstfest! From 4 to 6 p.m. enjoy grilled sausages and kraut. Stick around for German dinner, which will be served from 6 to 8 p.m. At 7 p.m. partake in the Polka dance contest, and as always, enjoy plenty of great German beers on tap!  This is a free, family-friendly event. Prost! The German-American club is at 1840 Lincoln Avenue.

June 11 - Summer Series in the Park at Tyler Park

Summer Series in the Park brings free programming for youth to Tyler Park on June 11 from 5 to 8 p.m. There will be activities, food, drinks and various games for kids to enjoy while getting to know their neighbors. 

June 11 - Zoofari! Fundraiser at the Louisville Zoo

Step back into the Prohibition era when you join the Friends of the Louisville Zoo for Zoofari! 2022 this Saturday at the Louisville Zoo. Presented by Brown-Forman, this year’s “Roaring into the Twenties” themed event is back in-person and begins with specialty appetizers, cocktails and animal encounters in the Islands exhibit area. You then travel to the Zoo’s Oasis event field for live music, dancing, silent and live auctions and more. New this year, event goers will have the opportunity to relax and unwind inside the private VIP speakeasy with an exclusive signature drink, giveaways and more inside the private VIP speakeasy. Shhhh… you’ll need to watch for the secret password for this VIP access. While at the Islands exhibit, you also may catch a glimpse of the elusive Sumatran tiger, orangutans, siamangs, the Malayan tapirs and colorful birds along the way. Tickets are still available for Zoofari and can be purchased here.

Louisville Nature Center 

We are thrilled to participate in Cultural Pass again this summer! From June 1 to September 4, you can partake in engaging virtual programs or captivating in-person experiences offered from more than 50 venues around greater Louisville, including LNC! 

Learn how to register and see the list of participating venues. We can't wait to see you this summer! More on the Cultural Pass and Summer Reading Program is below. 

Gray Tree Frog Hike, Saturday, June 25, 8 to 10 p.m. Gray tree frogs are a largely arboreal species that occupy a variety of wooded habitats, making Beargrass Creek State Nature Preserve the perfect home for these vocal amphibians. On this hike, you’ll hear the males loud, musical calls echo through the forest. Our naturalist will teach you how to spot Gray Tree frogs and help you get a closer look at these tiny forest friends.

Caterpillars and Butterflies! Saturday, July 2, 10 a.m. to noon. There are hundreds of different caterpillar species found in Kentucky! Many of these caterpillars have host plants, or a specific plant they live on and live off of. Monarchs rely on Milkweed and the Spicebush Swallowtail Caterpillars can be found on, you guessed it, Spicebush! On this hike, Luke will introduce the special relationship these caterpillars have with different plants.

Wellness Soundwalk, Saturday, July 9, 10 a.m. to noon. The Japanese practice of Shinrin-yoku, known as forest bathing, is about being purposeful in nature and getting in tune with your surroundings; reviving a sensitivity to the environment that helped humans survive during their early history. Leave behind your phone, camera or any other distraction as Luke guides you through the forest, helping you tap into your senses. By focusing on soundscapes of the forest, you will improve your awareness of how environmental sounds can impact your daily life and your understanding of the world.

Registration is required and LNC programs fill up quickly. Sign up here or call 458-1328.

LNC Summer Camps nearly sold out.

Don’t miss out on the fun! Click here to learn more about LNC's summer camp! 

Cultural Pass

The 2022 Cultural Pass is presented by the Fund for the Arts, in partnership with Metro Government, the Arts and Culture Alliance (ACA), and the Louisville Free Public Library. This free program supports and encourages summer learning by providing access to 57 of Kentuckiana’s arts and cultural institutions for children and young adults up to age 21 in Jefferson and Bullitt counties in Kentucky and Clark, Floyd, and Harrison counties in Indiana. The Cultural Pass is valid from June 1 to September 4 and provides pass-holders exclusive access to activities both in-person and virtually. Learn more about Cultural Pass. 

Summer Reading

Presented by the Library Foundation, the Library’s annual Summer Reading Program is a free 10-week program that encourages kids and teens to read for fun over the summer by offering prizes and incentives. Every child—from infant through 12^th grade—who completes the program will receive an LFPL adventure pack or journal. In addition, completers will receive passes to local attractions and sporting events like the Kentucky Science Center, Squire Boone Caverns, Louisville Bats, Racing Louisville FC, and select UofL sports, as well as sweet treats from Fazoli’s, Ehrler’s, Raising Cane’s, and Georgia’s Sweet Potato Pie Co. To complete the program, school-aged children simply read ten books, teens read six books, and preschool-aged children and younger need to read, or have read to them, 20 books. For more information, or to register for Summer Reading, visit LFPL.org/SummerReading, call (502) 574-1611, or stop by any library location.

Free 5K run/walk every Saturday morning at Joe Creason Park

The Joe Creason parkrun is a free 5K that meets every Saturday morning at Joe Creason Park. Come join your friends and neighbors - parkrun is family and dog friendly and you can walk, jog or run or volunteer. More information can be found at parkrun.us/joecreason. They're also on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.

Louisville Metro news

It's summertime, and Louisville farmers' markets are back

Bardstown Road Farmers' Market - 1733 Bardstown Road, Saturdays, 9 a.m. to noon

Beechmont Open Air Market - 4574 S. 3rd Street, Saturdays, 8 a.m. to noon

Beulah Farmers' Market - 6704 Bardstown Road, Mondays, 3 to 7 p.m.

Brownsboro Road Farmers' Market - 4000 Brownsboro Road, Thursdays, 3 to 6 p.m.

Douglass Loop Farmers' Market - 2005 Douglass Blvd., Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

East End Farmers' Market - 13060 Factory Lane Tuesdays, 5 to 7 p.m.

J-Town Farmers' Market - 10434 Watterson Trail, Saturdays, 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Middletown Farmers' Market - 11721 Main Street, Wednesdays, 3 to 6 p.m.

Norton Commons Farmers' Market - 6301 Moonseed Street, Sundays, noon to 4 p.m.

Phoenix Hill NuLu Farmers' Market - 1007 E. Jefferson Street, Tuesdays, 3 to 6 p.m.

Prospect Area Farmers' Market - 12900 W. Hwy. 42, Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Rainbow Blossom Farmers' Market - 3738 Lexington Road, Sundays, noon to 4 p.m.

Riverside Farmers' Market - 7410 Moorman Road, Sundays, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Street Matthews Farmers' Market - 4100 Shelbyville Road, Saturdays, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.

West End Farmers' Market - 1821 W. Jefferson Street, select Saturdays

Westport Road Baptist Farmers' Market - 9705 Westport Road, Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

June 17 - deadline to apply for Spring LIHEAP Subsidy Cooling Component

Louisville Metro Office of Resilience and Community Services is 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, 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). Jefferson County residents wishing to apply must schedule an appointment using the automated appointment system at 991-8391 or online. Read here about LIHEAP income eligibility and other instructions.

Eviction Relief Fund providing additional rental assistance funds

Metro Louisville has exhausted all rental assistance funds allocated through American Rescue Funds in March.

However, Jefferson County tenants and landlords can apply for rental assistance through Team Kentucky’s Healthy at Home Eviction Relief Fund. 

Assistance 

Louisville Metro Office of Resilience and Community Services is accepting appointments for the Low Income Household Water Assistance Program, or LIHWAP. LIHWAP is a temporary emergency water/wastewater program intended to help low income households and families during the COVID-19 pandemic. Jefferson County residents meeting eligibility can call the automated scheduler at 991-8391 or schedule online.

Drops of Kindness Program - For customers who may still have an outstanding balance, Louisville Water has the Drops of Kindness Program, which offers flexible, no-interest payment plans and additional help from community agencies through the Louisville Water Foundation. Read more about the program or call 583-6610.

Louisville Metro LG&E Assistance is available for eligible residents who have been financially impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.

If you're behind on your Louisville Water Company or Louisville MSD bill due to the pandemic, apply for assistance or visit your local community ministry. Read more.

Eviction Prevention Assistance - call 308-3344 or get information on appointments. This rental assistance is for those financially impacted by COVID-19,  Call Metro United Way's 2-1-1 to locate the ministry nearest you.

The Team Kentucky Homeowner Assistance Fund is a program that can help homeowners impacted by the pandemic rebound and avoid foreclosure. Qualifying homeowners can apply for up to $35,000 in assistance to help with delinquent mortgage payments, property taxes, homeowner’s and/or flood insurance, homeowners association fees and utility costs. 

Low-income households may qualify for a ten-percent sewer bill discount under the Emergency Wastewater Rate Assistance Program (EWRAP) offered by MSD, through July 31. For more information, call 540-6000 or email.

Senior citizens age 65 or older with a gross annual household income of $35,000 or less and are both Louisville Water Company and MSD customers may request an application for a 30 percent discount on wastewater charges and the EPA Consent Decree Surcharge through MSD's website or by calling Customer Relations at 540-6000.

If you're 65 years old, own and occupy your primary residence, you may qualify to exempt the first $39,300 of your home value from property taxes through the The Homestead Exemption. In the Urban Services District, this equals $527 cash in your pocket annually and, once approved, you are not required to reapply unless you move. Complete this one-page form and mail it, along with a copy of your driver’s license (or ID), to the PVA. You’ll get a letter back that looks like this. You'll be notified by a postcard if you qualify. More information is here. Vets with service connected disabilities and totally/permanently disabled civilians may also qualify.

Louisville Metro events

June 11 - Fan Giveaway and Resource Fair

June 13 - Ghostbusters: Afterlife is the next Free Summer Movie Night at Iroquois Amphitheater 

Metro Councilmembers Kevin Triplett, Pat Mulvihill, Rick Blackwell, Mark Fox, Cindi Fowler, Nicole George, and Amy Holton-Stewart are sponsoring free family movie nights throughout the summer at the Amphitheater.  Remaining free movie nights are:  Grease, June 20 Jaws, June 27 Iroquois Amphitheater live music The 2022 season kicked off with a live concert from indie rock band, Modest Mouse. Others scheduled to perform at the Amphitheater include Ben Rector, Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, Martina McBride, RuPaul’s Drag Race and “Weird Al” Yankovic. Four shows – My Morning Jacket, on June 24, and Billy Strings on July 22, 23, and 24 – are already sold out. The Amphitheater’s season also features live theater performances with ACT Louisville’s production of The Sound of Music which takes the stage July 15-18.  For a full list of performances and to purchase tickets, visit iroquoisamphitheater.com.

June 14 - AT&T retail sales hiring event

June 17 - Juneteenth Gala

June 17- Juneteenth Sickle Cell Awareness Blood Drive 

June 25 - Prostate screening at the new YMCA 

From Sen. Gerald Neal: 

The Kentucky African Americans Against Cancer (KAAAC) will host a prostate screening at the new YMCA at 18th and Broadway from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, June 25.

The five-year survival rate for prostate cancer is about 98 percent when it is diagnosed and treated in its earliest stage. Early detection (ED) is key! The screening on the 25th will only include a prostate specific antigen (PSA) blood test, not the digital rectal exam (DRE).

Men who have NOT had a baseline PSA are encouraged to have one so they have something to compare their numbers with for future tests. African American men 40 and older are encouraged to participate. Family history is a factor in our chances of developing prostate and other cancers. Know your family history!

June 25 - next Pop-Up Drop-Off event

July 2 - Save the date for the Riverview Independence Festival

Kentucky Science Center 

Register now for Kentucky Science Center summer camps

Register at the Kentucky Science Center's website. 

News you can use

District 10 NDF and CIF appropriations

Councilman Mulvihill-initiated D10 Neighborhood Development Funds (NDF) and Capital Improvement Funds (CIF) appropriations. Link to NDF information is here, CIF information here.

Louisville Metro Planning and Design Services District 10 cases

Note: short term rental is the general term used to describe vacation rentals including AirBNB, VRBO, and Tripping. 

June 22 - Neighbor meeting regarding 1633 Taylor Avenue

22-CAT3-0009, 3910 Produce Road, a Category 3 Plan Application for a storage/distribution warehouse. Exeter Warehouse. 

22-CAT2-0017,  4027 Poplar Level Road, Development of the existing outlot to become a new City Barbeque Restaurant. The proposed site will have a new building (restaurant) with drive-thru, dumpster enclosure, outdoor patio, smokers and on-site pavement for site circulation.

20-CAT2-0006, 4025 Poplar Level Road, a Category 2b Development Plan for the construction of a new 2,998-square-foot Burger King Drive Thru on 9.914 acres in the C1 zoning district. 

21-CFR-0023, 1100 Trevilian Way, a Community Facility Review for a proposed 1800-square-foot building on 95.46 acres in the R5 zoning district. MetaZoo Office Bungalow. 

21-DDP-0049, 2355 Poplar Level Road, a District Development Plan for oxygen tanks and accessory structures as well as enclosure of 2,350-square-foot learning center for Norton Audubon Hospital.

21-DDP-0087, 2020 Bashford Manor Lane, a District Development Plan for a building expansion. Walmart Fulfillment Center. 

21-DDP-0017, for 3451 Newburg Road/4501 Champions Trace Lane, a Detailed District Development Plan to construct a 5,000-square-foot athletic facility with a turf field, bleachers, field house and parking on 10.07 acres in a C-2 zoning district for the Louisville Collegiate School Athletic Facility. 

21-LANDSCAPE-0084, 4501 Champions Trace Lane, a Landscape Plan for a 14,180-square-foot athletic facility on 10.07 acres in the C2 zoning district. Louisville Collegiate School Athletic Facility. 

3232 Bardstown Road

22-LANDSCAPE-0036, 3232 Bardstown Road, a Landscape Plan. Jack in the Box. 

22-PARKWAIVER-0003, 3232 Bardstown Road, a Parking Waiver to exceed the maximum allowed parking for a restaurant. 

4819 Poplar Level Road: 

21-DDP-0073, 4819 Poplar Level Road, a revised District Development Plan to construct an office/warehouse on 1.41 acres in the CM Zoning District. Louisville Countertop. 

21-MCUP-0004, 4819  Poplar Level Road, a Modified Conditional Use Permit for a contractor's yard/outdoor storage area on 1.41 acres in the CM Zoning District. 

21-WAIVER-0112, 4819 Poplar Level Road, a request for a Landscape Waiver to the required 35-foot landscape buffer along the northwestern property line on 1.41 acres in the CM Zoning District. Louisville Countertop. 

21-MVARIANCE-0003, 4819 Poplar Level Road, a Modified Variance to allow encroachment into the 25-foot building setback on 1.41 acres in the CM Zoning District. Louisville Countertop.

4730 Champions Trace Lane:

19-DDP-0077, 4730 Champions Trace Lane, a Revised District Development Plan for a medical office and dialysis center on 1.4 acres in the C2 zoning district. 

19-VARIANCE-0076, 4730 Champions Trace Lane, a variance from section 4.8.1 of the Land Development Code to allow the proposed pavement to encroach into the middle and outer 100-foot stream buffer for a medical office on 1.4 acres in the C2 zoning district. 

22-MPLAT-0045, 1213 Audubon Parkway, a Minor Plat to shift property lines on 0.6 acres in the R5 zoning district. 

22-MPLAT-0044, 4322 Milldaun Road, a Minor Plat to create two lots from one on .736 acres in the R-4 zoning district and SW form district.

21-MPLAT-0195, 3626 Breckenridge Lane, a Minor Subdivision Plat to create 3 tracts from 1 and dedicate right-of-way on 1.61 acres in the R-4 zoning district.

21-MPLAT-0011, for 3901 Atkinson Square Drive, a Minor Plat Application to create two lots from one lot on 9.59 acres in the C2 zoning district. 

20-MPLAT-0174, 6000 Six Mile Lane, a Minor Subdivision Plat Application to create two lots from one on .46 acres in a R-5 zoning district.

20-WAIVER-0136, for 6000 Six Mile Lane, a waiver to allow a residential driveway onto a collector roadway on 0.462 acres in the R5 zoning district. 

19-MPLAT-0074, 4023 Poplar Level Road, former Kmart, a Large Format Minor Plat to create four tracts from one tract on 9.91 acres in the C1 zoning district.

1200 Hodel Road:

21-WAIVER-0140, 1200 Hodel Road, a waiver to reduce the required vehicular use area on 1.45 acres in the M-3 Zoning district.

21-MCUP-0006, 1200 Hodel Road, a Modified Conditional Use Permit to add to an existing athletic facility on 1.45 acres in the M-3 Zoning district.

19-WAIVER-0016, 4500 Champions Trace Lane, a sidewalk waiver request for requirement along Champions Trace Lane. 

2814 Newburg Road

19-WAIVER-0112, 2814 Newburg Road, a waiver for the sidewalk requirement along Newburg Road. 
19-WAIVER-0113, 2814 Newburg Road, a waiver to allow detached houses to abut a private street.  

21-WAIVER-0113, 3938 Poplar Level Road, a Waiver to allow a proposed changing image sign to be closer than 300 feet to a residential use. Holy Family. 

21-WAIVER-0113, 3938 Poplar Level Road, a Waiver to allow a proposed changing image sign to be closer than 300 feet to a residential use. Holy Family. 

Short term rental cases

22-CUPPA-0133, 1633 Taylor Avenue, Preapplication for a Conditional Use Permit for the Short Term Rental of a non-primary residence. 

22-CUP-0075, 3007 Ashview Terrace, a Conditional Use Permit for the Short Term Rental of a non-primary residence on .152 acres in the R5 zoning district. 

22-CUP-0066, 1607 Orchard Avenue, a Conditional Use Permit for a Short Term Rental on .14 acres in the R5 zoning district. 

20-CUP-0147 for 1500 Lincoln Avenue, a Conditional Use Permit for a short term rental at a non primary residence on 0.18 acres in the R5 zoning district.

19CUP1017, 2606 Pindell Avenue, a Conditional Use Permit for a short term rental on 0.1197 acres in the R5 zoning district. 

18CUP1130 for 3762 Illinois Avenue, a Conditional Use Permit for a Short Term Rental of a non-primary residence in the R-5 zoning district.

To check on Planning and Design Services cases, click here.

 Locate legal Short Term Rentals with new interactive map

Short term rental enforcement continues in large part to be complaint-driven, based on public reporting of alleged violations to administrators. An interactive map tool contains all of the registered short term rentals in Louisville having an active permit to rent their property out to paying customers on STR websites like Airbnb. If you believe someone is using a property as a short term rental but it does not show up on this registry, or if the registry indicates a non-owner occupied property does not have a CUP, then please report the issue here (select “Zoning and Business Concerns,” “Zoning Concern,” “Short Term Rental,” complete the form and submit). Or contact our office.

Driver licensing

Be informed about crimes with LMPD's crime mapping website

The Louisville Metro Police Department uses a Crime Mapping website to display crime on a map in Jefferson County. Zoom in to see crimes in an area, or put an address in the address bar at top left to search. You may sign up for auto email alerts for crime around an address. Reports are made available to the public after a process of internal review, often in the same day as the report taken. Due to the nature of some crimes, reports are made available to public upon the completion of a thorough investigation and will be made available as soon as practical. Or use the crime mapping iPhone app. If you see crime occurring, please contact the Louisville Metro Police Department. Call 911 for emergencies. Call 502-574-7111 for non-emergency related help or to find a towed vehicle. Call 574-LMPD to report crime tips. These LMPD divisions serve sections of District 10: Link to LMPD Fourth Division  Link to LMPD Fifth Division Link to LMPD Sixth Division LMPD working in District 10 have asked us to share this reminder: please call the LMPD non-emergency number, instead of sending an email, if you're seeing suspicious activity in your neighborhood. Sending emails to LMPD delays response, and officers need to be dispatched for the activity. These citations continue the nuisance abatement process. The LMPD non-emergency line is 574-7111 or 574-2111.

MetroSwap areas are here for your safety when buying or selling items

Are you looking for a public place to exchange items you've sold online? Do you share custody of a child and are looking for somewhere to exchange custody? The Louisville Metro Police Department is providing MetroSWAP Zones outside of some Division offices. There is 24 hour video surveillance. LMPD recommends: Agree to meet the person ONLY at a MetroSWAP station. Meet only during daylight hours. Tell someone you trust where you are meeting and at what time. Meet in the parking lot. There will be two designated parking spots at each location for use. Make this interaction brief and to the point. MetroSWAP Zones are at: 2nd Division - 3419 Bohne Avenue 3rd Division - 7219 Dixie Highway 7th Division - 7201 Outer Loop 8th Division - 200 Juneau Drive

Know the signs of human trafficking - you could save a life

Do you know the indicators of human trafficking? You could save a life.  If you believe you may have information about a potential trafficking situation, please contact the National Human Trafficking Hotline at 1-888-373-7888 or text 233733 or BeFree. Hint: Keep this hotline number in your cell phone.

Save up to $100 on a new electric powered mower from Lawn Care for Cleaner Air

From the Lawn Care for Cleaner Air program for the Air Pollution Control District: Take advantage of the Lawn Care for Cleaner Air program and save up to $100 on a new, air-friendly, electric-powered mower. You can get rebates on electric string trimmers, electric blowers, and reel mowers, too. Now is a great time to recycle that old, polluting equipment and save some cash on new gear that will make breathing a little easier for you and your community. Please see our website, louisvilleky.gov/lawncare, or call 574-6000 with questions.

Report litterers

Get directly involved in making Louisville a more litter-free community through the Report-A-Litterer program aimed at motorists who throw fast-food wrappers, cigarette butts, soda bottles or any type of litter out their car window.

RecycleCoach app helps Louisville Metro customers with collection reminders, recycling information and more

Receive notifications about garbage, recycling, bulk waste, and yard waste collection services through the RecycleCoach app.  The app also has a “what goes where” feature to allow a person to input a certain item to get information on disposal or recycling. Download from the App Store or Google Play.

Streetlight out? Report it. 

Please report non-working streetlights to LG&E here.

Property maintenance is the responsibility of the resident, from the middle of the street to the middle of the alley

In Louisville Metro, it is the responsibility of the person living in a home to keep the front and rear of the property clean. This area extends from the middle of the street out front to the middle of any alleyways to the rear or side of the property. This applies to litter as well as plants and trees that could impede the alleyway or street. Inspections, Permits and Licenses (IPL) could cite and possibly impose a fine if you've got a lot of debris and plant overgrowth. Thank you for adhering to the local property maintenance codes and keeping a clean neighborhood. 

Crisis line for veterans and their families

Some offices and VA hospitals offer a "Health Promotion Disease Prevention Program" that includes treatment methods including acupuncture, tai chi, and meditation instead of opioids, and they work with the Veterans Crisis Line (1-800-273-8255, Press 1) to provide support and treatment for PTSD and depression, the leading cause of suicide for veterans.

Additional references for VA material and assistance or 1-877-WAR-VETS. Lifestyle changes for better health, or sexual trauma.

From the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline:

We can all help prevent suicide. The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals. Call 1-800-273-TALK or go to https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ to live chat.

"Embrace the Journey" website for parents of LGBTQ+ children and adolescents

For LGBTQ+ children and adolescents,a parent’s support makes all the difference. The Embrace the Journey website is designed to educate the parents of LGBTQ+ children and adolescents about how to give children the emotional support they need.

Question or problem? Contact Metro311 one of several ways

If you wish to make a Metro311 request, please make a report online or use the mobile app. You'll receive a service request number that will help the District 10 office assist you. You can report online here, or download the free mobile 311 app from your app store. Or tweet @LouMetro311 or call 574-5000.  You can now look to see if an issue you want to report has already been reported. And you'll get notification of your issue along the way. Visit Metro311 to learn more:  Louisville Metro Government's Metro Business Portal, where you apply for permits, licensing and applications with Louisville Metro, is here.

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 line leaks For further information contact Jackie Wilson-Rudy at 574-5850.

Would you like to serve on one of Louisville Metro's Boards or Commissions? 

Interested in volunteering for one of Louisville Metro Government's Boards and Commissions? Serving on a board or commission, you will have a chance to improve the quality of life in our community. There are 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. To learn more about board applications, please click here.

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