Councilwoman
Paula McCraney
601 W. Jefferson Street
Louisville, KY 40202
(502) 574-1107
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Phone Numbers
of Interest
Air Pollution: 574-6000
Animal Services: 363-6609 or 361-1318
Anonymous Tipline:
574-LMPD (5673)
Brightside: 574-2613
Jefferson County Clerk's Office: 574-5700
Legal Aid: 584-1254
Metro Call: 311 or 574-5000
Metro Parks: 574-7275
Metro Police: (Non Emergency) 574-7111 or 574-2111
Metro Safe: 572-3460
or 574-7111
MSD: 587-0603
PARC: 569-6222
Poison Control: 589-8222
Property Valuation Administration: 502-574-6380
Public Works: 574-5810
Solid Waste Management (SWMS): 574-3571
TARC: 585-1234
Veteran's Affairs: 595-4447
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The world runs on the contributions of the labor force, so every worker deserves respect, recognition, and a day to relax. That's the purpose of Labor Day. But now that Labor Day is over and it’s time to get back to the daily grind, I hope you will continue to celebrate, raise a glass to, or honor workers (and those who fight for workers' rights) in a way that shows appreciation for their labor and keeping our economy going.
My Labor Day was relaxing. I enjoyed sleeping in - albeit just an hour longer than my usual time. Nonetheless, waking up and realizing it was a holiday encouraging relaxation was good. We all need those moments when we simply do nothing until it's time to do something. And whatever that "something" is, on Labor Day, you can take your time to do that particular something, or you can choose to forgo that something altogether.
My Labor Day was also exciting. I was honored to be invited to attend the 70th Anniversary of the lovely city of Windy Hills and present Mayor Davis with a proclamation. The weather cooperated long enough to allow the ceremony to take place - the rain held out at the right time, and a welcoming breeze graced us. CONGRATULATIONS to Windy Hills, one of District 7's crown jewels.
I hope your Labor Day was enjoyable, too. And I hope you and all who worked on Labor Day realized that Labor Day is not for laboring all day, and therefore managed to chill - if just for an hour longer than usual.
During the Budget Committee, the Office for Management and Budget discussed the tax rate. Please mark your calendar for the following community meeting:
Notice of Public Hearing on Proposed Louisville/Jefferson County Metro Government and Louisville Urban Services District Tax Rates
Metro Louisville will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, September 7, 2022 at noon (12:00 p.m.) in Room 106, Metro Hall, Louisville, Kentucky to hear comments from the public regarding proposed 2022-2023 tax rates on real and tangible personal property.
Metro residents have an opportunity to comment on the proposed property tax rates during a public hearing at noon on Wednesday, Sept. 7 in room 106 at Metro Hall, 527 W. Jefferson St.
Once Metro Council approves the ordinance, the rates take effect on property tax bills released by the Jefferson County Sheriff in early November.
LMPD is increasing enforcement of street racing
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Street racing is dangerous, and LMPD is cracking down. Citizens will see increased enforcement from marked and unmarked vehicles and helicopters. Violators will be apprehend and prosecuted, and cars may be impounded. LAWBREAKERS BEWARE!
Check out the LMPD public service announcement about their crackdown efforts:
Click Here to watch the PSA!
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3940 Grandview Ave. Louisville, Kentucky 40207
The Friends of the St. Matthews Library will have a book sale Friday - Sunday, September 16-18 at the following times: Friday: Noon to 5 p.m., Saturday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday: Noon to 4 p.m.
There will be lots of nice coffee table books, cookbooks, garden, travel, sports and chess books, CDs and DVDs as well as nice children's books will be on sale. All these bargains are ideal for gift giving!
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The attached is notification of the September 8, 2022 Land Development and Transportation meeting to be held at 1:00 p.m.
Learn how to watch and participate online at https://louisvilleky.gov/government/upcoming-public-meetings
To view documents related to this proposal, please visit https://aca-prod.accela.com/LJCMG
or: Louisville Metro Planning and Design Services (Hours: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM) 444 S. 5th Street, 3rd Floor, Louisville, KY 40202 (502) 574-6230 or:
Visit https://louisvilleky.gov/government/planning-design for:
- More information on zoning processes • Public comment opportunities • Applications for a petition for a night hearing, including procedures to change the time and/or location of a public hearing to 6:00 pm or later downtown, or to a convenient location. • Visit https://louisville.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx for meeting agenda and staff report
To read about the most recent VA Medical Center construction events, go to:
https://www.va.gov/louisville-health-care/programs/new-robley-rex-va-medical-center
To request weekly updates about the construction events, send an email requesting updates to: LOUVAMCCONSTRUCTION@USACE.ARMY.MIL
For ALL construction-related inquiries, please email LOUVAMCCONSTRUCTION@USACE.ARMY.MIL
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Breaking ground on two historic library renovation and expansion projects
LFPL and Mayor Greg Fischer will join the public and other community leaders to officially break ground at the Portland Library on Tuesday, September 6 (10 a.m.) and the Parkland Library on Tuesday, September 27 (10 a.m.). The Portland project will include a renovation of the original 6,000-square-foot historic Carnegie-built library and a 4,500-square-foot addition. The Parkland Library (2743 Virginia Avenue) renovation and expansion project will restore library services to the historic Carnegie-built facility that was closed as a library in the late 1980s following budget cuts. Both projects are expected to be completed in late 2023.
Who Can Serve?
Registered Republicans and Democrats in Jefferson County. Voters registered as another party or independent can apply and may be used in certain situations. A recent change in your affiliation may affect eligibility.
Compensation?
Election officers work on Election Day. Each election officer is compensated $40.00 for attending a 2.5-hour training session before Election Day and $260.00 for working Election Day.
When is the next Election?
General Election – November 8, 2022
How to Apply?
Complete (use same name on voter registration application) and submit the form at JeffersonCountyKY.EasyPollWorker.com. Click here to download application (PDF).
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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 pay stub. Tenants can still apply for rental assistance through the state's Healthy at Home Eviction Relief Fund by visiting https://teamkyhherf.ky.gov 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.
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Meet September artist-in-residence Sharon Ramick
For clay artist Sharon Ramick, sparking connection is the reason she creates and teaches art -- connection between viewer and artist; between viewer and collector; between viewer and another viewer. With her art, Sharon strives to create more connection and familiarity, comfort, and happiness in the world. To learn more about Sharon, go to LFPL.org/COLLIDER, visit her during studio hours at the South Central Regional Library, or sign up for one of these free workshops.
COLLIDER Workshops in September:
Wednesday, September 21, 4 p.m. Wall Pocket Ceramic Workshop
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Courier Journal Mobile Newsroom moves to Okolona
Starting September 6, the Courier Journal mobile newsroom will be set up at the South Central Regional Library. Okolona residents are invited to come visit and share their stories. Several journalists will work from the library for about a month with the goal of listening and learning from residents so they can do a better job covering our community. So come out and talk with them this month and share your ideas, or join them for Meet the Editors Night - Tuesday, Sept. 13, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Questions? Contact Veda Morgan at vmorgan@courier-journal.com.
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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.
About 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.
Metro Louisville now has an interactive map that will allow you to see what is happening in your neighborhood as well as others across the city. The map updates daily and if you choose you can receive alerts for your area by subscribing using the red receive alerts button on the page. Click here to try it out: Interactive Map to Track Crime.
Message from the LMPD 8th Division
. Please make note of the below tips to help make sure theft doesn't happen to you.
- Never leave anything of value in your vehicle; this includes laptops, purses, GPS devices and even loose change.
- Do not leave your vehicle running while unattended.
- Always lock your vehicle doors.
- Remove garage door openers from vehicles when parked outside.
- Do not leave your keys in your vehicle, this includes key-fobs.
- Do not leave the windows of your vehicle open, or partially open.
- Try to park your vehicle in a well-lit area.
- Never leave a firearm unprotected in your vehicle.
- Immediately report any suspicious person, or vehicle to (502) 574-7111.
Louisville COVID-19 case counts are holding steady at 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
Here are the key COVID-19 data metrics for this week:
- Daily average incidence rate of 56.1 cases per 100,000 population
- Weekly incidence rate of 376.79 cases per 100,000 population
- 3,013 new cases reported over the previous week
- 1 newly reported death
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4.4% staffed inpatient beds in use by patients with confirmed COVID-19
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5.9% staffed ICU beds are in use by patients with confirmed COVID-19
- 47.6 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.
Subscribe to Louisville Metro's Covid-19 e-newsletter for the latest news!
Monkeypox tends to spread through close contact with someone who is infected with the virus. It can spread through prolonged face-to-face contact and intimate physical contact such as kissing, cuddling or sex. The virus can also be spread through materials, like bedding, that has previously touched an infectious rash or bodily fluids. Click here for more information: monkeypox
Louisville Metro Council livestreams all of its regular meetings and committee meetings on Facebook Live.
To see all meetings on Facebook Live, go to the Metro Council Facebook page by clicking here.
The public can also view all council and committee meetings on Metro TV, Spectrum Cable Channel 184 or on UVERSE at Channel 99. Proceedings are live streamed from the Metro Council Clerk’s Archived Media page here.
If you would like to see the agenda for any of the Metro Council’s Committee meetings click here.
To watch the Council meeting and access the agenda and related attachments, click HERE.
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District 7 Disclaimer: By taking part in District 7 events, you grant Councilwoman Paula McCraney full rights to use the images resulting from photograph/video filming. Councilwoman McCraney will have the right to any reproductions or adaptations of the images for inclusion in her e-Newsletter or other Council publications. This might include, but is not limited to, the right to use them in printed and online materials, social media and news releases.
If you do not wish to be photographed, please email the District 7 office at paula.mccraney@louisvilleky.gov prior to event attendance.
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