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Peace. Thank you to everyone who sent me well wishes while I was sick last week. I'm fully recovered but now dealing with family sickness. Hopefully as events take place throughout the summer you take precautions for your health. My phone, email, and meeting access will be very limited until next week at the earliest. Thank you for understanding.
HAPPY JUNETEENTH
Councilman Jecorey Arthur
For assistance in relation to hardships due to COVID click here.
For information about COVID facts, testing, vaccines and more click here.
For in depth updates on COVID in Louisville, including total deaths and confirmed cases click here.
A website has launched to offer the family and friends of Kentuckians lost to COVID an opportunity to memorialize their loved ones by writing and sharing stories. To view the virtual memorial click here.
2022-2023 Louisville Metro Government Budget
Mayor Greg Fischer proposed his city budget on Thursday, April 28th. You can watch the address here. The Louisville Metro Council Budget Committee has completed dozens of hours of budget hearings with city departments and the public. To review the proposed budget please go here. Councilman Jecorey Arthur is a member of the Budget Committee, so if you have specific priorities please contact him jecorey.arthur@louisvilleky.gov.
To review Councilman Arthur's overview of the proposed city budget go here.
District 4 Monthly Round Table
Tuesday, June 21st 6-7 PM
Video-In: louisvilleky.webex.com/meet/D4
Phone-In: (415)655-0001
Access Code: 180-005-6522#
Stream: facebook.com/loudistrict4
Legislation
Note: legislative updates will be slow during the budget cycle.
- Gun Buyback Ordinance — This ordinance will start a pilot program where Louisvillians can sell guns to Louisville Metro Government to be destroyed. We're working with the Office for Safe and Healthy Neighborhoods Director Dr. Monique Williams, LMPD, and other advocacy groups on this effort. We are currently meeting with cities who have similar programs to learn from their experiences before sharing the first draft.
- Corrections Resolution — This resolution urges various justice system institutions to adopt dozens of policy recommendations. We are working with the Chief of Public Services, the ACLU, the Department of Corrections, and more on this. Some of these recommendations may be added to an ordinance if appropriate once council begins its corrections investigation. Councilman Arthur has accepted an invite to join the Kentucky Commission on Human Rights' Corrections Advisory Council and we are working with other community groups on these efforts. A draft can be viewed here.
- Historically Black Neighborhoods Ordinance — This ordinance will help prevent displacement by creating a displacement index to be used for new developments in select neighborhoods. A new draft can be viewed here.
- Open Data Ordinance — This ordinance will mandate open data remains public. A draft can be viewed here.
- Industrial Revenue Bonds Ordinance(s) — These ordinances will approve Louisville Metro Government being the conduit for bonds for proposed developments at 930 Lampton St (Ferncliff Distillery) and 827 Logan St (Trellis Brewing). We are working with the Smoketown Neighborhood Association and Smoketown Originals on community benefits agreements to be executed with the ordinances. A draft can be viewed here.
- Community Benefits Ordinance — This ordinance will require developers to execute community benefits agreements with neighborhoods prior to the approval of financial incentives such as tax increment financing (TIF) or industrial revenue bonds (IRB). We are working with Councilwoman Keisha Dorsey, Louisville Forward, and several neighborhoods on this.
- Language Access Ordinance — This ordinance will require all Metro Government agencies to create a language access policy for people who speak English as a second language, solely speak a foreign language, or use sign language or braille. This passed out of committee with approval and is on the consent calendar for the upcoming council meeting.
- Capital Infrastructure Fund (CIF) Trees Ordinance — This ordinance will allocate approximately $25,000 or less to help increase the tree canopy in our district.
- Extreme Park Resolution — This resolution approves a lease of the skate park downtown. This passed out of committee with approval and is on the consent calendar for the upcoming council meeting.
Some of the legislation above is only drafted but may not have been filed. All our sponsored and co-sponsored legislation can be viewed here. We welcome input from constituents, experts, and stakeholders.
Juneteenth Jubilee Celebration
There are a variety of city-wide events that will highlight the historical significance of Juneteenth. This year’s celebration will be held June 17-20. To learn more, click here.
JCPS to Serve More Than 10,000 Through Summer Learning Programs
Jefferson County Public Schools will help more than 10,000 students combat the “summer slide” this year through engaging and fun learning opportunities in June and July. To learn more, click here.
Notice of Special Meeting - VAPStat Joint Meeting
The Louisville and Jefferson County Landbank Authority, Inc. ("Landbank") will hold a Special VAPStat Joint Meeting on Tuesday, June 28, 2022, at 3:00 p.m. To learn more, click here.
METCO Board Approves $345,000 in Loans to Five Small Businesses
The Metropolitan Business Development Corporation (METCO) Board has approved $345,000 in low-interest small business loans to five businesses during the last three months for projects totaling $791,000. To learn more, click here.
Mayor Fischer Declares June 16-23 Pride Week in Louisville
Mayor Greg Fischer joined Metro Council representatives, Louisville Metro Government employees, LGBTQ+ community members, organizations and allies to declare June 16-23, 2022, as Pride Week in Louisville. To learn more, click here.
Louisville Parks and Recreation Announces Partnership With Robbie Valentine for Free Three-Day Youth Basketball Camp
With the support of sponsors, local sports legend Robbie Valentine will host another free 3-day youth basketball camp at the KFC YUM! Center. During this free camp geared toward youth of all skill levels, participants will learn the fundamentals of basketball as well as the principals of teamwork and individual responsibility. To learn more, click here.
Mayor Fischer’s Remarks From the Human Relation Commission’s 60TH Anniversary Celebration
Mayor Greg Fischer's prepared remarks from the Human Relations Commission's 60th anniversary celebration on June 16, 2022. To learn more, click here.
PARC Debuts New Ways to Pay For Parking Using Two New Mobile Payment Systems
Parking Authority of River City (PARC) is offering residents and out-of-town guests two more ways to easily pay for parking while visiting Louisville businesses. Launched earlier this month, ParkMobile and PayByPhone add to the city’s existing options to pay for parking, including the Go502 app powered by Passport, the pay-by-plate parking kiosks, and paying with change or a credit card. Partnering with PayByPhone and Park Mobile provides drivers more ways to pay via mobile application. Drivers also can pay through ParkMobile by texting "PARK" to 77223. To learn more, click here.
Mayor Fischer Announces Three Recipients for 2022 Keepers of the Dream Freedom Award
Mayor Greg Fischer will present three community leaders – La Casita Center Executive Director Karina Barillas, Metro Council Liaison Wanda Mitchell-Smith and noted civic leader William Summers IV – with the prestigious Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Keepers of the Dream Freedom Award. The presentation will be at 6 p.m. Friday, June 17 at the inaugural Juneteenth Jubilee Celebration Gala at The Ali Center, 144 N. 6th St. This year’s theme is “Our Story, America’s Glory.” To learn more, click here.
Mayor Fischer, City Leaders Urge Caution During Extreme Heat
Mayor Greg Fischer and Louisville Metro Government (LMG) heath and public safety leaders are urging residents to protect themselves from heat-related illness and reminds them of public resources available through the city and partners. To learn more, click here.
Louisville Parks and Recreation to Partner with BPC, BWPC and U.S. Soccer Foundation for Juneteenth Celebration
Louisville Parks and Recreation, Black Players for Change (BPC), Black Women’s Player Collective (BWPC) and the U.S. Soccer Foundation will host their first-ever joint event, The Cookout, on June 19, 2022 in celebration of Juneteenth. Taking place at the recently completed mini-pitch in Petersburg Park, 5008 E. Indian Trail, the family-friendly event will offer free food to those in attendance, provided by Boss Hog's BBQ Food Truck, while supplies last. Additionally, professional athletes will be in attendance to participate in soccer scrimmages with the public. The event runs from noon to 4 p.m. To learn more, click here.
Complete Streets Coalition
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 follow this link. If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to Nathan.keltch@louisvilleky.gov
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. To learn more, click here.
New Form Districts
A Form District is an area with distinct boundaries and a set of regulations governing the pattern of development and redevelopment, such as building heights, setbacks/yard requirements, and lot sizes. Form districts supplement zoning districts in Louisville Metro, which regulate permitted uses and allowable density. The Offices of Planning and Design Services and Advanced Planning and Sustainability invite you to attend an informational session on two new form districts adopted in Plan 2040 – Conservation and Urban Center Neighborhood form districts. Please join us for this virtual event:
Date: Tuesday, June 28, 2022
Time: 6 P.M.
Meeting Link (click here):
https://louisvilleky.webex.com/louisvilleky/j.php?MTID=ma3d5475f4153253a4fb80147501c01c2
Meeting Number: 2316 765 2160
Meeting Password: TuF6S2tVby6
Healthy at Home Eviction Relief is Available
To apply for eviction relief assistance, please visit www.stopmyeviction.org or teamkyhherf.ky.gov. To apply over the phone, please call the Kentucky Housing Corporation customer service number at 1-833-KYRENTS (833-597-3687).
Legal Aid Society Guide to Protections Against Landlord Discrimination
Please view the short legal guide to protections against landlord discrimination based on lawful source of income. To learn more, click here.
Land Development Code Reform
The Land Development Code (LDC) is a set of rules and laws that defines how land can be used, how a development such as a new shopping mall or apartment must be designed, and the procedures for approval. The LDC Reform is an equity focused approach to revise the LDC consistently with Plan 2040 to allow for increased housing choices and opportunities in new and existing neighborhoods, to create procedures and regulations that are easier to use, and increase the quality of life by reducing the concentration of environmental hazards near housing.
Work to reform the LDC began in the summer of 2020. Initial recommendations, including accessory dwelling units, notification procedures, and urban agriculture were all adopted within the first year. The work continues and we encourage you to participate!
To learn about the currently proposed amendments to the LDC, please click HERE to view the content or copy the following link into the address bar of your web browser: https://arcg.is/05LCLX0.
Please contact Joel Dock, Planning Coordinator at 502-574-5860 or send an email to ldcreform@louisvilleky.gov with any questions or comments.
Alcoholic Beverage Control
There is a notice for 1812 W. Muhammad Ali Blvd. To learn more, click here.
There is a notice for 915 East Liberty Street. To learn more, click here.
There is a notice for 801 Edith Road. To learn more, click here.
Board of Zoning Adjustment
There is a public notice for 701 East Kentucky Street. To learn more, click here.
There is a public notice for 2210 Greenwood Avenue. To learn more, click here.
There is a public notice for 1200 W. Jefferson Street. To learn more, click here.
Broadway All The Way
Our city is planning to create a safe, vibrant, multimodal corridor that meets the needs of all citizens, especially those that live along Broadway, and that will serve as a robust catalyst for economic development throughout Louisville. Please click here to provide feedback.
Tumbleweed Hiring Event
Join us on Tuesday, June 28 at the Nia Center (2900 W. Broadway, Suite 100) between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. to get connected to a job at Tumbleweed! Tumbleweed is hiring Hosts, Dishwashers, Servers, Cooks, and Assistant Managers. To learn more, click here.
Opportunities with JCPS
With more than 96,000 students, 14.6 million square feet of building space, 962 buses, and 147 kitchens serving 104,500 meals every school day, we need a highly trained, tight-knit team to keep JCPS on the forefront of academic accomplishment. To learn more about opportunities, click here.
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