Louisville Metro Government sent this bulletin at 07/29/2022 12:22 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
Louisville Metro Landmarks Commission receives national award for excellence
LOUISVILLE, KY (July 27, 2022) – Louisville-Jefferson County Metro Historic Landmarks & Preservation Districts Commission has received the Commission Excellence Award from the National Alliance of Preservation Commissions (NAPC) for its work to survey thousands of properties and identify preservation-worthy sites, as well as its work on National Register of Historic Places nominations.
“Congratulations to Landmarks Commission receiving this much deserved national award! The Excellence Award honors our Commission’s overall great work and our city’s commitment to preserving structures that make Louisville unique and tell our history,” said Mayor Greg Fischer. “I also want to recognize the wonderful staff at Louisville Metro Government’s Planning & Design Services, without whom this work would not have been possible.”
The Commission Excellence Award honors outstanding efforts and achievements by local historic preservation commissions and boards of architectural review. The Landmarks Commission received the Commission Excellence Award for Best Practices: Identification and Registration, which specifically recognizes efforts around historic resource surveys, historic contexts, local designation reports, and nominations and multiple property submissions for listing on the National Register of Historic Places.
Mayor Fischer formed the Louisville Historic Preservation Advisory Task Force in May 2016; it is comprised of two Landmarks Commission members and community members. A year later, the task force recommended that the city place a high priority on conducting surveys and preparing National Register nominations in previously undocumented areas.
This recommendation, which emphasized working in underrepresented areas of Louisville, led to the survey of buildings in Portland, Chickasaw, Shelby Park, and Metro Council District 21 to support applications to add properties in these neighborhoods to the National Register. In total, through these formal survey efforts, nearly 12,500 properties were surveyed and almost 9,000 of them will be listed in the National Register. Each of the survey undertakings included public engagement and creation of community advisory committees to assist with the efforts.
The Commission and staff also have overseen and assisted with individual National Register nominations, including updating nominations for Quinn Chapel AME Church and the Conrad-Caldwell House Museum, and the listing of the Nugent House for its role in the suffragist movement.
Louisville Metro receives $100,000 grant from African American Cultural Heritage Action Fund for Quinn Chapel
Historic church is one of 33 sites awarded national grant funding
LOUISVILLE, KY (July 20, 2022) – Mayor Greg Fischer today announced that Louisville Metro Government (LMG) has received a $100,000 grant from the African American Cultural Heritage Action Fund, a program of the National Trust for Historic Preservation, for its ongoing efforts to preserve the historic Quinn Chapel AME Church.
“Quinn Chapel, which stood at the heart of the 1960s civil rights movement in our city, is a landmark, integral to the history of Black Louisvillians and our city as a whole,” the Mayor said. “Today, as we celebrate new investment flowing into west Louisville, it is vital that we restore and preserve such landmarks. We are excited that this grant will allow us to continue the important work to restore the historic Quinn Chapel and we look forward to additional public engagement about the future of the property.”
With more than $80 million in funding, the Action Fund is the largest U.S. resource dedicated to the preservation of African American historic places. In 2022, it awarded a total of $3 million to 33 applicants across the United States to protect and preserve sites representing African American history.
LMG’s grant will be used to restore electrical access to Quinn Chapel, allowing contractors to move forward with additional stabilization and restoration work, and prepare the site for future use. LMG and the YMCA, the current owner of Quinn Chapel, expect to resume community conversations around the future of the church building later this year.
Local preservation nonprofit Vital Sites assisted with the grant application and previously assisted with an engineering study to stabilize the rear wall of Quinn Chapel, which was in danger of collapse from water damage.
“Vital Sites, Louisville’s Preservation Fund, applauds the award of this grant to Quinn Chapel, a building integral to the story of civil rights and our African American heritage. We are pleased to have played a small role in the ongoing work of the YMCA and Louisville Metro in the stabilization and restoration of this key landmark,” said Charles Cash, Vital Sites’ Board President.
Quinn Chapel, built in 1884, takes its name from Bishop Paul Quinn, who was the fourth bishop of the AME Church and the first to visit Kentucky. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. spoke at the church in April 1961, and it was the starting point of nightly marches for open housing in 1967. The church has retained its integrity in design, materials, and craftsmanship, including original stained-glass windows and decorative masonry features. The building was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1980.
While this is the first grant the city has been awarded from the Action Fund, it is not the first national grant LMG has received for its work on Quinn Chapel. In total, the National Park Service has given nearly $1.5 million in grant funds to stabilize and repair the building and the Department of Housing and Urban Development has invested $250,000. Louisville Metro Government has dedicated $150,000 in matching funds for the work, while the YMCA has invested $400,000.
Since its inception in 2017, the Action Fund has supported 160 places through its National Grant Program for a total investment of $12.4 million. This year’s list further demonstrates the beauty and complexity of African American life and includes historic sites tied to Black arts, culture, civic engagement, entrepreneurship, sports, medicine, education, religion, and social justice.
"The cultural landscapes and historic buildings featured in this year’s list showcase the breadth and depth of African American life, history, and architecture across generations,” said Brent Leggs, Executive Director of the Action Fund. “At the National Trust, we aim to broaden the public's understanding of the Black experience in America, while also underscoring the very urgent need to identify and protect these sites for the benefit of the communities they have long served. We commend this year’s grantees for advancing this movement and stewarding these invaluable cultural assets into the future.”
Action Fund grants support preservation efforts across four categories:
Building Capital: Supporting the restoration and rehabilitation of cultural assets important to Black history
Increasing Organizational Capacity: Providing leadership staff positions within nonprofits stewarding Black heritage sites
Project Planning and Development: Funding planning activities tied to the development of preservation plans, feasibility studies and fundraising
Programming and Education: Advancing storytelling through public education and creative interpretation
About the African American Cultural Heritage Action Fund
The African American Cultural Heritage Action Fund is a program of the National Trust for Historic Preservation in partnership with the Ford Foundation, The JPB Foundation, the Mellon Foundation, and other partners, working to make an important and lasting contribution to our cultural landscape by elevating the stories and places of African American resilience, activism, and achievement. Visit savingplaces.org/actionfund.
About the National Trust for Historic Preservation
The National Trust for Historic Preservation, a privately funded nonprofit organization, works to save America’s historic places. Visit SavingPlaces.org | @savingplaces
Metro Public Health and Wellness News
Louisville COVID-19 cases spike to red-alert level
Louisville COVID-19 case counts have sharply increased, placing the city into the red-alert level. Health experts recommend people living in high community-level counties to wear a mask indoors in public, stay up to date on COVID-19 vaccines and get tested if experiencing symptoms. Additional precautions may be needed for people at high risk for severe illness
47.5% of those fully vaccinated have received a booster dose
Wastewater testing data shows the BA.5 variant to be the dominant variant.
Need help finding a COVID test or vaccination location? Have you tested positive for COVID, but aren't sure what to do? Call the LOU Health COVID-19 Helpline, 502-912-8598, available Monday through Sunday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Language translation services are available.
Protect yourself from monkeypox
The risk of monkeypox to the public remains low in Jefferson County. We have confirmed five cases to date: two have recovered and three are isolating at home.
If you have symptoms of monkeypox, please contact your healthcare provider or visit an urgent treatment center to see if you should be tested and treated. Please isolate at home until you can be seen. Wear a face mask to your appointment and make sure any lesions are completely covered.
Due to a limited supply of the vaccine, the CDC and Kentucky Department for Public Health (KDPH) have determined that vaccinations are currently prioritized for close contacts of someone who has tested positive.
This week the CDC announced 800,000 more doses of the vaccine are being made available to all state and local health departments. We expect to receive additional doses soon. Please check our website frequently for updates: https://louisvilleky.gov/government/health-wellness/monkeypox
Office of Resilience and Community Services News
Neighborhood Place partner agencies host seven Back to School events City’s Office of Resilience and Community Services provides $200,000 in school supplies
LOUISVILLE, KY (July 19, 2022) - The Louisville Metro Office of Resilience and Community Services (RCS) is donating $200,000 to purchase school supplies, including backpacks, folders, notebooks, pens, pencils, crayons and rulers, that will be given out at seven back-to-school events planned for late July and early August by Neighborhood Place and numerous community partners.
The funding was made possible by a special allocation of federal Community Services Block Grant (CSBG)-CARES funding, which RCS received to expand services and programming for families financially impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Additional supplies, funding and other types of support for the family friendly events are being provided by area businesses, churches, schools and individual donors. In addition to the supplies being distributed while supplies last, the events will offer a range of services and resources to help local youth and families be prepared for the start of the school year.
“We know the COVID-19 pandemic has made the last couple years extremely hard for many families in our community,” said Tameka Laird, Director of Louisville Metro RCS. “School supplies can get expensive, and we’re proud this special allocation of federal CSBG funds will provide thousands of students with the supplies they need to achieve more this school year. Having the right school supplies can give students a boost of confidence and feelings of excitement for the year ahead.”
“Neighborhood Place is pleased to partner with multiple agencies and individuals to provide important support for children and youth as they get ready to go back to school,” said Cassandra Miller, Executive Administrator for Louisville Metro RCS who oversees its Neighborhood Place centers. “The large donation of supplies provided by Louisville Metro RCS, in addition to the diverse network of public, private and nonprofit agencies that provide vital resources, provide an important foundation for children in our community to have a positive start to the school year.”
Here is more information about the remaining upcoming events, including specific activities, eligibility and other requirements:
Saturday, July 30, Back to School Bash at Olmsted Academy North, 9-11 a.m. (4530 Bellevue Ave.; for more information, call Mrs. McNally at 502/437-4756.) Free backpacks and school supplies will be provided while supplies last (students must be present). Other resources, uniform assistance and entertainment will also be available. Sponsored by JCPS’ Family Resource and Youth Services Center, Louisville Metro RCS and UofL Health.
Tuesday, Aug. 2, Back to School Event at Charmoli Center Neighborhood Place, 10-11:30 a.m. ( 9100 Marksfield Road. Cars must enter this drive-thru event from S. Chadwick Rd./Hurstbourne Baptist Church area; not Whittington Parkway. For more information, call 502/574-5787.) Open to families with students in kindergarten through high school. Free backpacks with essential grade-appropriate school supplies will be provided while supplies last. Valid ID or other proof of Jefferson County residency will be required.
Thursday, Aug. 4, Back to School Fest at First Gethsemane Center for Family Development, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. (1159 Algonquin Pkwy. For more information, call Bridges of Hope Neighborhood Place at 502/634-6060.) Open to families with students in kindergarten through high school. Free backpacks with essential grade-appropriate school supplies will be provided while supplies last. CAP referrals completed for families needing clothing and uniform assistance and hair care workshops and door prizes will be offered. JCPS Nutrition Services will provide free lunches for kids. Sponsors include Louisville Metro RCS, JCPS, First Gethsemane CFD, Louisville Metro Council Members, Zolar Inc., and Louisville Metro Housing Authority.
Friday, Aug. 5, Back to School Festival at Northwest Neighborhood Place at The Academy at Shawnee, 9 a.m.-noon. (4018 West Market St. For more information call 502/313-4909.) This annual event is open to families with children in kindergarten through high school. Free backpacks and grade-appropriate school supplies will be provided while supplies last. Community vendors will provide essential health, education, and community resources. This event is sponsored in collaboration with the Northwest Neighborhood Place Collaborative, The Academy at Shawnee Youth Service Center, and JCPS – Shawnee Satellite Office.
Saturday, Aug 6, 2022, Back to School Festival at Thomas Jefferson Middle School, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. (1501 Rangeland Rd. Call 502/313-4700 for more information.) This annual event is open to families with children in kindergarten through high school. Free backpacks and grade-appropriate school supplies will be provided while supplies last. Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. JCPS Nutrition Services will provide free lunches to kids, and families may complete a CAP referral, for clothing and uniform assistance. A Community Resource Fair will boast over 20 presenters and include diabetes and blood pressure checks, YMCA programs, voter registration, library services and lots of fun and music. Event sponsored in part by First Neighborhood Place, area JCPS schools and (FRYSC) Family Resource and Youth Services Centers, Louisville Metro Council Members, LMPD, Louisville Metro RCS, Okolona Fire Department, and local churches.
About Neighborhood Place Louisville’s Neighborhood Place – a partnership of Louisville Metro Office of Resilience and Community Services, Jefferson County Public Schools, Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services’ Department of Community Based Services and Seven Counties Services – represent community-based centers that bring together health care, education, employment and social services at eight locations across the community. To find a Neighborhood please call Metro311 or visit https://louisvilleky.gov/government/neighborhood-place.
Louisville Metro reopens applications for Landlord-Tenant Rental Assistance Program
Program allows landlords to apply for assistance on behalf of multiple tenants
LOUISVILLE, KY (July 17, 2022) – Louisville Metro Government is now accepting applications for its Landlord-Tenant Rental Assistance Program (LTRAP), allowing landlords to request bulk rental assistance on behalf of tenants who are behind on rent due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
The goal of the program is to streamline the process for rental relief and reduce paperwork barriers, including requiring tenants to sign an income and COVID-19 certification rather than providing a paystub.
Tenants can still apply for rental assistance through the state's Healthy at Home Eviction Relief Fund by visiting www.teamkyhherf.ky.gov/Home.aspx or calling 833-597-3687.
Eligibility requirements for LTRAP include:
All multi-family or single-family rental properties in Louisville-Jefferson County can apply except for households located in the following zip codes: 40223, 40023 or 40059.
Assisted households must be less than 80% of Area Median Income at the time of application.
Application must be for four or more units under the same legal entity.
Landlord must waive all late fees, fines due to late rent, and penalties due to late rent for the period of which assistance is being provided.
Landlord must be willing to forgo evictions for assisted tenants for a total of 45 days after assistance is provided and after that 30 days, must provide a 15-day notice before filing an eviction. The landlord must also agree that any outstanding rent from the period prior to April 1, 2020 will not be the basis for any future forcible detainer action.
The property must be currently registered on the Jefferson County Rental Registry, and there may be no outstanding code violations for the property for which rental assistance is being requested.
The city allocated $1 million of its remaining rental assistance funds to the program. With limited funding, landlords are encouraged to apply for the funds as soon as possible. Contact the Office of Housing and Community Development at 502-574-1707 or evictiondiversion@louisvilleky.gov with any questions.
LTRAP has helped more than 1,780 households to remain stably housed during the COVID-19 pandemic. In total across its rental assistance programs, Louisville Metro Government has assisted over 49,000 residents and distributed more than $119 million in assistance as of April 30, 2022.
LIHEAP Summer Cooling Component
More appointments have been added for the LIHEAP Summer Cooling Component. This program is designed to offset the cost of higher electric bills during the summer months. (Due to high demand, the remaining appointments are filling up quickly.)
Income eligible residents in Louisville/Jefferson County (within 150% of the federal poverty guidelines) can call 502/991-8391 or visit louisvilleky.cascheduler.com for more details and to schedule an appointment.
Seeking applications for 2022 Week of Valor
Help make the 2022 Mayor's Week of Valor the biggest and best ever! The Veterans Community Alliance of Louisville (VCAL) and Louisville Metro Government are currently accepting applications for events to be held around Veterans Day in November that honor veterans, active duty military and their families.
Applicants should propose an organized event or virtual event, motivated by the desire to honor, and serve these valiant men and women in our community. Apply here.
Louisville's Financial Empowerment Center
Since launching Louisville's Financial Empowerment Center in early July, dozens of Louisville's residents have improved their financial lives. The FEC is ready to serve more! Call today for help with free financial counseling with highly trained professionals who are available to help residents manage their finances, pay down debt, establish and build credit, and access safe and affordable mainstream banking products.
To begin the scheduling process, or for more information, call 502-585-4622 ext.6 or visit the FEC website here.
Office for Safe and Healthy Neighborhoods News
Dirt Bowl Resource Fair and Community Event
Goodwill Rise and The Office of Safe and Healthy Neighborhoods look forward to hosting one of their largest community events yet on August 7 from 1-5pm. The event will take place on the championship day of the Louisville Dirt Bowl located in Shawnee Park.
Entertainment includes pop-up shops, a fashion show, kids’ fun zone, giveaways, food and more! The event will feature booths from several community partners including the Black Business Coalition, Louisville Urban League, Seven Counties, YMCA, and more. To volunteer for this event, click here. If you are interested in tabling the event, click here.
Ambassador Training
The Office for Safe and Healthy Neighborhoods (OSHN) would like to invite you to be a part of the next One Love Louisville Ambassador Training! This is an opportunity for citizens to help us create a safer Louisville through information and hands-on learning provided by experts in Stop the Bleed, Conflict Resolution, Mental Health 101, Domestic Violence Awareness, The Public Health Approach to Violence, and Community Organizing.
Join us on Saturday August 20, 2022 at the Louisville Free Public Library's Main Branch. This will be an in-person event, and food and refreshments will be served!
Please join us for the upcoming Louisville Trauma Resilient Community Project Resilience Academy on August 30th and 31st. This two-day training event is being offered at no charge. The project's overarching goal is to enhance coordination and alignment of the city in Trauma-Informed Care and promote healing and recovery from race-based trauma, community violence, and unrest in West and South Louisville. As a participant, you will receive foundational training in the Trauma Resilient Community (TRC) Model. The only requirement to be considered for this opportunity is that participants must work for an organization that serves the communities of West and South Louisville.
YouthBuild Now Enrolling
YouthBuild Louisville assists young people in meeting significant life goals. This includes preparing for college and careers by providing services in education, vocational training, community service, case management, placement, and post-graduation support.
YouthBuild is now recruiting for their next class. You must be between the ages of 18-24 and still need your GED to qualify. Participants will receive a weekly stipend while they work toward their career and educational goals. Program completion also makes select graduates eligible for college scholarships and job placement services. Submit your application today!
Free Firearm Safety and Stop the Bleed Classes EVERY Tuesday
This two hour training meets every Tuesday from 5:30pm-7:30pm located at 3900 West Broadway. Participants will learn the basics to firearm training including safe handling, storage, and local laws. Participants will also learn Stop the Bleed basics including packing a gunshot wound and using a tourniquet. Participants will receive a free gun lock.
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! This is a powerful way to make a difference in a young person's life that will affect them for years to come!
For more information on how to become a Big, click here.
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 was 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.
Louisville - Nia Center 2900 W. Broadway Louisville, KY 40211
502-564-1257
Louisville Vacant and Abandoned Property News
Have you ever thought about buying a vacant or abandoned property in Louisville?
The city has many vacant or abandoned lots and buildings for sale at all times. If you’re a contractor or fixer-upper, you might consider buying an abandoned home to rehab. Once you fix it up, you could live in it or sell it for a profit. Or you may want to buy a vacant lot or a property in need of demolition, and build a new home. Other properties are suitable for starting a community garden or other agricultural project.
To manage the sale of vacant or abandoned properties, the city has a program called The Landbank Authority. The program’s goal is to put these properties back into productive use. The Landbank currently has about 500 properties available for sale and some are available for as little as $1. But in order to purchase properties, you must be able to prove to the Landbank that you can pay to refurbish or demolish the property, and you must complete the project within a set deadline. To see what’s available, visit the Landbank website: https://louisvilleky.gov/government/community-development/purchase-vacant-property-landbank. You’ll see two links, one for Lots and one for Structures. Choose Lots to view empty lots for sale and an explanation of the types of programs, including “Adjacent Side Yard”; “Cut It, Keep It”; “New Construction”; and “Agricultural Projects”. Choose Structures to see a list of vacant houses and other buildings for sale. Landbank has two categories for the sale of structures: “Save the Structure” and “Demo for Deed”. To save a structure, you must prove you have funds to rehab it and you must complete renovations within six months for exterior and 18 months for interior renovations. To buy a "Demo for Deed," you must simply prove you have funds to demolish the property.
Both the Lots and Structures pages have links and instructions to apply for purchase when you’re ready. Speaking of funds, that’s where we come in. At LHOME, we can’t help you purchase a property but we can help you renovate one. Qualified property owners can borrow up to $30,000 for 12 months, paying only interest on the loan. After the year is up, you can sell your renovated property or refinance it.
To learn more, please visit lhomeky.org or give us a call at 502-882-8091. One last tip: The city has a great tool called Lojic (lojic.org). Lojic lets you search by address for a specific property you want to know more about. Just type the address in the search bar and you’ll get reports about the property owner, the assessed value, zoning, voting district and more. Happy hunting!
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.
The Department of Public Works is hosting a free document shredding event on Saturday, July 30, 10am - noon. The event will be in the parking lot of St. Stephen Church located at 1018 S. 15th St.
Pop-Up Drop-Off Waste Disposal Events
Pop-Up Drop-Offs are free recycling and large item disposal events for residents of Jefferson County.
Next event:
Saturday, August 27, 2022 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Eastern High School, 12400 Old Shelbyville Rd.
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.
If you see a streetlight out in your neighborhood (or anywhere in Louisville), please note the address and report it to LG&E for repair. Click here to fill out the online form to report broken or malfunctioning streetlights. We always recommend adding your contact information to the request, so a technician who has questions can contact you. LG&E makes repairs during the day. Make sure you follow up if the streetlight hasn’t been repaired within seven (7) days.
LMPD News
LMPD reminder: Please secure your property and stay vigilant!
The city has seen an increase of illegal activity, including vandalism, vehicle thefts, items stolen from vehicles, and gun shots reported over the past year. Here are several tips from LMPD that may seem simple but could be very effective in preventing crime in our neighborhoods!
Immediately report any suspicious person, activity (gunshots), or vehicles to (502) 574-7111 or (502) 574-TIPS. This is not just for vehicle vandalism but drug activity, home/garage vandalism, gun shots - ANY suspicious activity! Make a police report!
- Never leave anything of value in your vehicle; this includes laptops, purses, GPS devices, and even loose change. - Always lock your vehicle doors. - Remove garage door openers from vehicles usually parked outside. - Do not leave your keys in your vehicle. Do not warm up your vehicles without you in them! - Do not leave the windows of you vehicle open, or partially open. - Consider additional lighting around your property; try to park your vehicle in a well-lit area. - Never leave a firearm unprotected in your vehicle.
Please remember to not leave your vehicle running and unattended!
Metro Emergency Repair Program
Eligibility criteria:
Must be owner occupied for at least one year.
Not available on rental property.
Must meet income guidelines (see intake staff).
May receive assistance once in a five year period.
Louisville-Jefferson County only.
Types of repairs:
Furnace repair or replacement (October-April only).
A/C unit- repair or replacement (Requires medical statement, available May-Sept. only).
Electrical repairs/upgrades.
Water line repairs/replacement.
Sewer line repairs/replacement.
Water heater repair/replacement (gas or electric).
Serving households in the 40213, 40218 & 40219 Zip Codes Only
First Come, First Served Basis
Picture ID & proof of residency required!
Sponsored By:
Peace Presbyterian Church
4210 East Indian Trail
Louisville, KY 40213
Parks for All needs your input!
Parks For All will collect new data, listen to new voices, share new information, and create a roadmap for equitable and transparent investment in our public parks.Public parks are powerful tools that strengthen the fabric of communities, positively impact health and the environment, and spur economic growth. Yet, The Trust for Public Land's ParkScore®, which measures park access, investment, amenities, acreage, and equity, ranks Louisville 90th in the nation.
We must do better! The Parks Alliance of Louisville partnered with Metro Council and are currently gathering community feedback that will inform an action strategy for our public parks. Our goal is to ensure the parks AND neighborhoods with the greatest need are prioritized for the earliest investment.
The 12th annual Flyover Film Festival kicks off at the Speed Cinema this weekend! Presented by the Louisville Film Society and the Speed Cinema, this year’s lineup includes narrative and documentary features as well as a shorts program and filmmaker panels. Each of the screenings will be followed by discussions with the filmmakers.
Tickets to all screenings are $8 for Louisville Film Society and Speed members, $12 for general admission. The two filmmaker panels will be free of charge and first come first served. Tickets can be purchased here.
FRIDAY, JULY 29 7 p.m. – Billion Dollar Babies: The True Story of the Cabbage Patch Kids After Party A post screening reception will be at West 6th Brewing, located at 817 E. Market St. Admission is free for screening attendees, pass-holders, and LFS members.
SATURDAY, JULY 30 11 a.m. – Filmmaker Panel: The Ups and Downs of Indie Filmmaking (free) 2 p.m. – Shorts Program 4:30 p.m. – The Unknown Country 7 p.m. – What We Do Next After Party A post screening reception will be at the Aloft Downtown Hotel, located at 102 W. Main St. Admission is free for screening attendees, pass-holders, and LFS members.
SUNDAY, JULY 31 11 a.m. – Filmmaker Panel: Documentary Projects (free) 1pm – Live Out Loud 3:30 p.m. – Statues: This Is What We Stand For? 5:30 p.m. – Gurgle: Pulling Water
Louisville Fringe Fest returns this year for four days of creative expression at The Whirling Tiger!
Louisville Fringe Festival (LouFringe) is a collection of original artists with works focusing on theater, film, dance, puppetry, spoken word, performance art, magic, stand-up comedy, circus performing and everything else unclassifiable. Enjoy a full line up of everything from performances by Derby City Playwrights, storytelling, cabaret, drag, music and more!
Tickets can be purchased at the door. The prices are set by the artists and vary, but most are around $10.
The Buy Local Fair returns this year for a free, family-friendly event that aims to support local businesses! Attendees will be able to enjoy great shopping while supporting the local, independent businesses that make Louisville unique, as well as contribute to the Louisville Independent Business Alliance!
Stay cool in the Louisville Water Company Misting Tent, be an observer at the Rainbow Blossom Natural Food Markets Cooking Competition, grab a bite to eat and a beverage at one of the many tents, check out the Carmichael's Bookstore Kids Fun Zone and so much more!
Parking can be purchased in advance for $6 here, or for $8 at the gate, bicycles park for free.
This weekend head over to Mile Wide Beer Co. for Glibchella, an event like no other (but also just a little bit like the others).
Glibchella is a single-day music and arts festival experience where they pack all the activities of a 3-day festival into a single day! Wristbands are $20 and get you access to all the day’s events.
Come enjoy live music with Mama Said String Band as well yoga, a “twerkout” class and live comedy. Then cap the night off with a Louisville Silent Disco Headphone Concert Experience!
Glibchella Schedule:
8:30 a.m. - Silent Yoga with Lee Marie 10 a.m. - "Twerk 101" with Sweet Nightmare 3 p.m. - 2nd Annual Cornhole Tournament 6 p.m. - Comedy show with Alex Whittenburg, Jake Macias and Kyle McGlothlin 7 p.m. - Mama Said String Band 9 p.m. - Headphone Concert Experience 1 a.m. - Good night!
Join the German-American Club for the July Biergarten happening this Saturday! Live music will be played from 6 to 10 p.m. with German dinner and plenty of German beers on tap.
This weekend check out the Trap Wing Festival coming to Louisville! Enjoy chicken wings, an open bar, trap music and karaoke at this 21 and up party!
The Trap Wing Festival brings the best of trap music and Atlanta hot wings to cities all across the U.S., don't miss it as they stop in Louisville for one night only! Get your tickets here.
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas… Just keep telling yourself that while you chart this 5K course in July! Come decked out in your Christmas gear and bring the kids for a special summer visit with Santa. After the race, enjoy cookies and iced cocoa!
This race benefits Safe Passage, an organization working to end child trafficking in Kentucky. Safe Passage provides intervention and support so today’s survivors can heal, as well as providing education and awareness to prevent it from happening to another kid tomorrow.
Beyond Van Gogh is a new, truly immersive experience. While other shows use virtual reality or still images, Beyond Van Gogh breaks barriers by incorporating both still and moving art. Masterpieces, now freed from frames, come alive, appear and disappear, and flow across multi-surfaces.
Enjoy over 300 pieces of art over a 30,000 square foot area, including the iconic classics "The Starry Night", "Sunflowers", and "Café Terrace at Night". The show is accompanied with a beautiful score and many other surprises!
Each Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. experience Food Truck Wednesdays at 4th Street between Jefferson and Market Streets! Louisville Downtown Partnership has curated many amazing food trucks to serve lunchtime patrons each Wednesday through October!
The street will be closed off to foot traffic only from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. each week. Food trucks will serve food from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Come on over to 4th Street and eat some delicious, local food!
S. 4th Street between Jefferson and Market, Louisville, KY
Kentucky Shakespeare is back for their 62nd year of free Kentucky Shakespeare performances at the C. Douglas Ramey Amphitheater in Old Louisville's Central Park!
Nightly schedule:
6:00 p.m. Food trucks open (a variety of 36 food trucks from the Louisville Food Truck Association will rotate nightly.)
7:00 p.m. Will’s Tavern, Will’s Gift Shop, and Kids’ Globe open
7:15 p.m. Community pre-show performance
8:00 p.m. Production begins
Much Ado About Nothing July 27-31 Kentucky Shakespeare’s Globe Players present the beloved comedy directed by Kentucky Shakespeare’s Director of Education Kyle Ware. The cast is comprised of students from multiple area high schools and the production is the culmination of a 5-week training program.
Shakespeare in Dance: As You Like It August 3-7 Rounding out the Kentucky Shakespeare Festival season, Louisville Ballet returns to the Festival stage for a sixth season to present Shakespeare in Dance, a Shakespeare-inspired dance premiere.
1340 S. 4th St., Louisville, KY 40208
⚜ This summer, make sure to check out all the great Farmers' Markets we have to offer in Louisville! ⚜
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
