We unanimously passed an ordinance codifying our open data policy to keep as much information available to the public as possible. Mayor Fischer started this as an executive policy but this ordinance codifies it in law so the city will have to comply regardless of who the Mayor is moving forward.
We do have a few pieces of legislation in committees that I wanted to make you aware of:

• Public Works is debating an ordinance regarding additional requirements of landlords who are renting property in the city. I have serious problems with it as it significantly increases the burden on law abiding landlords while doing very little to increase penalties or enforcement on slumlords and those breaking the law.

• There is another ordinance regarding transparency in lobbying being debated at Government Oversight and Audit. I generally support this ordinance as I believe in transparency around lobbying but I do want to see more changes that will not create a costly bureaucratic mess or penalize regular citizens who want to simply advocate for their interests.

• I still have an ordinance in the Public Works Committee that will change how drainage fees are charged to townhome style houses bringing them more in line with how single family homes are charged so they aren’t lumped in with high rise apartments, saving the average household in this category about $120/year.

I do want to both thank public works for our bulk drop off day this past Saturday and also apologize to those who had trouble getting through. First, we had a problem with the shredding subcontractor and we are looking into other options that are more efficient for our citizens. I know some have commented on the site, but I can tell you, we have searched for other locations in the area that can accommodate this kind of activity in the east end and we really lack other options. We will look again to make this as successful as possible. Please visit the public works website, click here, for more information regarding other upcoming events. Also, there is an article below showing a few upcoming events as well.

Finally, we have received news that as of yesterday, the concrete batch plant proposed on Aiken Road has refiled a new design plan to Metro. This means a few things. First, it means there will be a new public meeting by the Design subcommittee, and I will ensure that is communicated so the neighbors can have their opinion on the new design heard. Second, in the interests of ongoing transparency, the applicant’s attorney reached out to me over the weekend and asked to show me the new design. I met with him on Sunday afternoon and he showed me what they are submitting. You will see that design publicly soon and all I can say is that the design is significantly different. Once we are aware of the public meetings concerning this development, we will share that in our newsletter and via Facebook. I am hopeful that the developer and the city (Planning and Zoning) heard the voice of the public on your many concerns and that they will continue to be addressed during this process. I think it is a credit to those involved that this new plan has been submitted and I look forward to ensuring the process is followed and your thoughts are heard in that process.
As I mentioned in my last meeting, I have some ideas on how to improve this process so we can avoid these problems in the future. I will keep you posted on any changes I propose that were impacted by this.

Humbly Yours,
Anthony Piagentini

Public Notices

• To view this week's Planning & Design Weekly Activity Report Click HERE
  • Every week, Metro Planning & Design Services (PDS) creates a report listing new land use applications in Jefferson County. These can include conditional use permits, landscape plans, changes in zoning, waivers, and more. To receive these on your own use the link in the "Stay Informed" section below. 
• Revised Development Plan for the Concrete Mixing Plant at 13905 Aiken Road 
  • Click HERE
• BLD-WRE-22-00303.pdf
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  • The above reference property is listed or potentially eligible for listing in The National Register of Historic Places. The requested wrecking permit may be issued on or after the following date provided that the application meets the development or deed restriction requirements of the LMCO (150.110): 9/9/2022.
• ZONING CHANGE REQUEST: See Image below regarding a proposed zone change. 

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Upcoming Pop-Up Drop Off Events

WorldFest Kicks Off September 2

WorldFest kicks off on the Belvedere next Friday beginning at 11 a.m. This four-day event features three entertainment stages, a Global Village representing more than 20 countries, free children's activities such as face painting and inflatables, food vendors, a Parade of Cultures, and more. Admission to WorldFest is free. Click here for more information. 

Louisville Bats Metro Council Community Night Program

The Louisville Bats have graciously offered 300 tickets to each Council office for the residents of those respective districts. The Louisville Bats have decided this year to have individuals/groups from each district to sign up directly with the Louisville Bats.  After filling out the form in the below link you will be prompted shortly after to create a Louisville Bats account so that you can digitally download your requested tickets. REMEMBER THESE FREE TICKETS (WITH A FREE HOT DOG & SODA) ARE FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED.  PLEASE REQUEST YOUR TICKETS AS SOON AS POSSIBLE TO ENSURE AVAILABILITY. The remaining nights are:  Wednesday, August 31  Wednesday, September 21  All games will begin at 6:35PM INDIVIDUALS: https://louisvillebats.wufoo.com/forms/z1wop0sk1n20n7t/ ORGANIZATIONS/GROUPS OF 20+ GUESTS: https://forms.gle/ijwiurpEbWUGc9Ld9 For questions, please contact:  Amanda Barr at abarr@batsbaseball.com | 502-614-4512 or  Samantha Delph at sdelph@batsbaseball.com | 502-614-4531

Upcoming Louisville Zoo Events!

Louisville Zoo Hosts Two More Happy Hour Events

The Louisville Zoo is excited to announce Happy Hour experiences on September 14 and October 12, 2022. Tickets are $35 for these after-hours 21+ events.

Happy Hour guests will enjoy exclusive keeper talks and animal interactions in their favorite Zoo exhibit spaces. The $35 ticket includes entry, appetizers, and two drink tickets redeemable for beer, wine or a specialty cocktail. Additional food and beverages will be available for purchase. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.

The Happy Hour for September 14 is themed “Butterflies and Brews.” Guests can enjoy a special limited release of the Mile Wide Beer Co. brew “Reign” supporting monarch butterfly conservation. In addition to the Zoo animal interactions, special guests from Idlewild Butterfly Farm will be joining Zoo staff to discuss Monarch conservation.

The Happy Hour for October 12 is titled “BOOOOOOOOZE” to celebrate autumn and Halloween. The animal encounters at the October Happy Hour are sponsored by Independence Bank. Guests will be able to enjoy a bourbon cocktail in the Zoo’s popular Glacier Run exhibit space. Costumes are not required for this Halloween event.

There are no refunds, rainchecks, or discounts offered for this special experience.

The Zoo had originally scheduled Happy Hours to begin in July; however, the first event was canceled due to a severe weather forecast. Participants who held tickets for the summer Happy Hour event were invited to attend September Happy Hour instead.

For more information, visit louisvillezoo.org/happyhour 

The Zoo is open daily year-round. Regular hours through September 18, 2022 are 10 a.m. ─ 5 p.m. (enjoy the Zoo until 6 p.m.) The Zoo is closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day.

Tickets for “Boo at the Zoo presented by Meijer”
on sale to general public Sept. 6

The Louisville Zoo celebrates 41 years of merry — not scary — fun this October with its ever-popular annual Halloween event, Boo at the Zoo presented by Meijer. Tickets go on sale to the general public September 6 at 11 a.m. for the beloved annual event that takes place October 1 – 2; 6 – 9; 13 – 16; 20 – 23; 27 – 30 (Thursday – Sunday nights, October 1 – 30). Tickets will be made available for early purchase to Louisville Zoo members via email on September 1.

Guests can dress up in their wildest costumes for the after-hours event that turns the Zoo into a living storybook, complete with favorite characters brought to life, music, photo opportunities around every corner and, of course, a safe place to trick-or-treat for kids 11 and under. Guests are encouraged to bring their own trick-or-treat bags. Reusable treat bags will be available for purchase at the Zoo’s Gift Shop for $2 (while supplies last).

As Boo at the Zoo presented by Meijer may sell out, purchase your tickets early so you don’t miss out on the fun.

Tickets

Tickets for Boo at the Zoo presented by Meijer are $13 for non-members (both adults and children 3 and older) and $6.50 for members (both adults and children 3 and older). Children 2 and under are free and do not require a ticket. Tickets are all-inclusive, covering the cost of Boo at the Zoo admission, parking, Spooktacular Carousel, “not-so-itsy-bitsy” Spider House and the Headless Horseman of Sleepy Hollow attraction.

Members and guests can purchase tickets online at louisvillezoo.org, with their chosen date and arrival time. Tickets are limited each night and some nights may sell out quickly.

A limited number of Meijer anytime tickets can be purchased at participating Meijer stores for $11 beginning September 25.  Visit louisvillezoo.org/meijer for a list of stores.

Boo at the Zoo presented by Meijer is a rain or shine event.

Event Hours/Special Dates

On Boo at the Zoo presented by Meijer event days:

The Zoo will close early for regular daytime visitors. Gates will close at 3 p.m. with guests being allowed to visit until 4 p.m.

The party starts at 5 p.m. and Halloween guests will enter the Zoo at their ticketed time. The trick-or-treat route will close and all guests must exit by 10 p.m.

Thursday, October 20 is Allergy-Friendly Night and will feature peanut-free treat booths and added non-food treats like stickers, pencils and more. Children with allergies can receive a teal token redeemable for an allergy-friendly option at our Switch Witch booth.

Costumes

The Zoo encourages all visitors to wear family-friendly costumes. Adults may join in the fun, however full costume masks that cover the entire face are not permitted for adults.

To learn more about the event and Boo at the Zoo presented by Meijer activities, visit louisvillezoo.org/boo.

Animals: 

While guests may catch a glimpse of a few party animals, most animal ambassadors will not be on exhibit in the evenings so they can rest and follow their regular fall schedules.

Boo at the Zoo is presented by Meijer and sponsored by PNC Grow Up Great with additional support from Councilman Pat Mulvihill & District 10 residents, Ky Saves 529, Norton Children’s and UPS. Special thanks to USA Image, Kosair Charities, Nu-Yale, Delta Dental and Philpot Hay Company. 

Boo at the Zoo presented by Meijer provides critical support every year to the Zoo’s animal care programs, visitor experience and conservation education.

Report Potholes

We need your help reporting potholes, use one of the methods below:

1. Use an online form by clicking here.
2. Use Twitter by sending the location of the hole to @LouMetro311 and include the hashtag #502pothole.
3. Call Metro311 or 574-5000 to report potholes or any other issues.
4. You can also call my office at 574-1119 or email chanelle.smith@louisvilleky.gov and we'll turn it in on your behalf.

To report a pothole on an interstate in Jefferson County, go to the “contact us” dropdown menu and select “report a hazard” on KYTC’s website http://transportation.ky.gov or click here.

Guidelines for Calling the Police

New Kentucky Drivers License Info

For all the details you need regarding the new drivers license please click the link below: 

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Crime Trends from Louisville Metro Police  Click here and view our interactive crime mapping tool. Save it in your favorites, it's updated daily. Forward this email to your friends and family!  Or use the crime mapping iPhone app: http://www.crimemapping.com/map/agency/211 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.

Join a Board or Commission

If you are interested in volunteering for one of Louisville Metro Government's Boards and Commissions, now is the time to start. By being a part of a board or commission, you will offer your time and your talents 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 applications, please visit https://louisvilleky.gov/government/mayor-greg-fischer/interested-serving-board-or-commission