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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Hello Neighbors and Friends,
We have a housing shortage in Louisville – in fact, about 30,000 units. To close the gap, according to Mayor Fischer, the cost would be $4 billion --- yes, billion, with a “B.” However, this week’s announcement about a $40 million investment in affordable housing, made possible by the American Rescue Plan funds from the federal government, will put a dent in our housing crisis. This investment will create more than 200 new affordable housing units and help complete about 80 more that are currently under construction.
The following organizations were awarded the funding and will lead the charge in helping to dig us out of our housing crisis.
- Volunteers of America/Beargrass Development: $950,000 to build the 80-unit Bland Street Apartments, an affordable housing project that will include 20 units designated for permanent supportive housing
- Housing Partnership Inc: $4.8 million to convert a vacant warehouse at 1405 W. Broadway that is listed on the National Register of Historic Places into a mixed-use development providing 111 one-bedroom and five two-bedroom apartments for seniors, along with one floor of commercial and office space
- LDG Development LLC: $4 million to build The Eclipse, a 280-unit apartment community serving working class families in the Russell neighborhood of west Louisville, including former Beecher Terrace residents
- Louisville Metro Housing Authority: $11.8 million to build the 60-unit, three-story Iroquois Senior Living Community
- New Life Directions Ministry: $4.4 million to build and operate 20 permanent supportive housing units for homeless single mothers and their children. River City Housing Inc. is the project developer.
- REBOUND Inc.: $5.2 million to build Portshaw, a 38-unit affordable housing development on a vacant parcel in the Shawnee neighborhood
- Wellspring Ky.: $8.2 million to purchase and rehab existing multi-family properties, and provide 50 new units of affordable housing along with supportive services
My advocacy for affordable housing and participation on the ARP Housing Task Force resulted in the funding of this $40 million for the Affordable Housing Trust Fund, $32 million for permanent supportive housing with wraparound services, $7.5 million for the renovation of affordable housing units; $1.5 million for outdoor safe space operations, and $8 million for down payment assistance and home repair.
As our housing crisis persists, it's important to continue funding the Affordable Housing Trust Fund program. Supporting and funding affordable housing initiatives is a no-brainer, and I will always be an advocate for ensuring Metro budget dollars are applied properly to this worthy cause. Doing so will help citizens of our community avoid homelessness. It's the right thing to do.
Photo By Roberto Roldan
CLICK HERE TO VIEW SELECT VIDEO COVERAGE AND NEWS ARTICLES OF THE AFFORDABLE HOUSING PRESS CONFERENCE:
VIDEOS:
Video of Councilwoman McCraney Giving Remarks:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1U1rtted-24jTBHzUohJJlPMZqJdCxhS8/view
Video of Councilman Hollander mentioning Councilwoman McCraney:
https://www.dropbox.com/s/2cmwcte35c6iesw/LAHFT%20ARP%20-%20Hollander.mp4?dl=0
NEWS ARTICLES:
https://www.wave3.com/2022/10/06/louisville-mayor-announces-40-million-fund-build-affordable-housing/
https://wfpl.org/louisville-metro-will-help-fund-seven-affordable-housing-developments/?utm_source=Louisville+Public+Media&utm_campaign=e3e05dc84e-WFPL-Daily-100722&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_869daec015-e3e05dc84e-&utm_source=Louisville+Public+Media&utm_campaign=e3e05dc84e-WFPL-Daily-100722&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_869daec015-e3e05dc84e-168430986
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - Mayor Greg Fischer joined city officials Thursday to announce plans to provide more affordable housing for those struggling in Louisville.
According to Louisville Metro, the fund is apart of the American Rescue Plan that will bring $40 million to the Louisville Housing Trust Fund.
The fund will invest money in seven projects that will add almost 300 affordable housing units to the city.
The projects represent just one part of the city’s four-prong strategy to end homelessness and provide diverse stable housing solutions for people in the city.
”There is no greater calling, than to service for the least, the lost, the lonely, and the often left behind,” Metro Council District 7 member Paula McCraney said. “And this today proves that we are all here to be of service to mankind. And there is no greater cause than to house people, and give them an opportunity to live in an affordable home that they can call their own. Today, is a good day.”
More than 800 houses are already being built as a part of this strategy.
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SEPTEMBER 9, 2022 ARBOR DAY
Thank You to Everyone Who Spoke at the Event - Great Remarks by All!
Mayor Davis - Arbor Day Proclamation
Scott Breland, Tree Board Chair
Paula McCraney, District 7 Metro Councilwoman
Vanessa Burns, Director, Public Works
Barry Clyde , Jefferson County Public Works Department
Sarah Sammons, Jefferson County Soil and Water Conservation District
Caroline Westfall, Windy Hills Arborist
A drawing for tree and children’s activities rounded out the day's events.
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Cooler temperatures. Cleaner air. Higher property values. Healthier residents. The benefits trees bring to urban environments are endless.
Fifty years ago, the management of America’s urban forest was haphazard or nonexistent. Many well-intentioned tree planting projects failed because cities did not have systems in place for the trees’ ongoing care.
In 1976, the Arbor Day Foundation, U.S. Forest Service and National Association of State Foresters launched Tree City USA and urban forestry management standards were set, professional assistance and educational support provided, successes celebrated.
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During the first year, 42 communities earned Tree City USA designation.
In the following years, town after town, city after city, have started citizen tree boards and hired city foresters. Thousands of tree-care ordinances have been passed, sustainable municipal tree-management programs funded, Arbor Days observed.
Today there are more than 3,600 Tree City USAs, $1.4 million invested in urban forestry, and 941,725 trees planted where over 140 million Americans call home.
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The week of October 8th through the 16th is Tree Week (See list of activities below) Tree week is designed as an opportunity for community members around Louisville to learn more about and appreciate our urban forest. Organizations throughout Louisville Metro, just like today’s wonderful event sponsored by the City of Windy Hills, will host a number of "Tree Centric" events through the week, such as: Tree plantings, tree giveaways, family hikes, lectures, art, and more! There will be opportunities to volunteer, complete self-guided activities, or participate in a learning experience!
Congratulations, Windy Hills, for your commitment to the environment to the environment and to our tree canopy. Today is a great day to celebrate your success. Thank you!
CLICK HERE TO SEE ALL TREE WEEK ACTIVITIES:
https://sites.google.com/treeslouisville.org/louisvilletreeweek2022/event-schedule
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MEETING DATE: OCTOBER 13, 2022 AT 1:00 PM
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
Check us out on social media:
https://sites.google.com/treeslouisville.org/louisvilletreeweek2022/event-schedule
When: Tuesday, October 11th 10:00am-12:00pm
Where: Passionist Earth & Spirit Center, 1924 Newburg Rd. 40205
Meet in barn-shaped building behind the large building
Join the Passionist Earth & Spirit Center to re-home rescued trees -- bring your own that you've dug at home or help plant trees that other people have donated! Attendees can also help remove invasive plants in the woods where the rescued trees will planted.
For more information about volunteering, contact Tim Darst at tim@earthandspiritcenter.org.
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Tree Identification Walk with Jacob Crider
hosted by Louisville Grows
When: Monday, October 10th 4:00pm-6:00pm
Where: Iroquois Park, 2010 Rundill Rd., Louisville KY 40214
(Meeting location will be in the parking lot near the Amphitheater)
"I wonder what that tree is?". If you've ever asked yourself this question, come join Jacob Crider on a Tree ID walk through Iroquois Park. Jacob will answer your questions while you tour and learn more about trees native to Kentucky! Along the walk you will also learn about other native plants, animals, and even about making a native garden in your own backyard!
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Tree Week TREEvia at Atrium Brewing
When: Tuesday, October 11th 7:00pm-9:00pm
Where: Atrium Brewing Taproom, 1154 Logan St. 40204
Branch out to Atrium Brewing's Logan Street Taproom on Tuesday of Tree Week to test your knowledge of trees and other nature-related questions! TREEvia will be hosted by Louisville Trivia and is free to play. Team up to win if you make it to first or second place. Order delicious food from Daryk's and enjoy Louisville's new beer while you play!
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Tree Giveaway at the Louisville Nature Center
When: Wednesday, October 12th 3:00pm-6:00pm
Where: Louisville Nature Center, 3745 Illinois Ave., Louisville KY 40213
Louisville Nature Center, with support from Louisville Metro Urban Forestry, will give away 500 trees native trees in 5 gallon buckets to Jefferson County residents. Trees will be given away on a first-come, first served basis; no trees may be reserved ahead of time. Maximum 3 trees per address, proof of Jefferson County address required.
Species selection:
100 Bitternut Hickory (A)
100 Swamp White Oak (A)
100 River Birch (A)
50 American Hornbeam (B)
100 Serviceberry (C)
50 Redbud (C)
Contact the Louisville Nature Center for more information.
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Wilderness Louisville Forest Adventure Campout
at Jefferson Memorial Forest
When: Saturday, October 15th 2:00pm - 8:00pm
Where: Horine Reservation, Jefferson Memorial Forest, 12304 Holsclaw Hill Rd., Fairdale, KY 40118
Join JMF staff for a family-friendly fall exploration and campout a Jefferson Memorial Forest. The event is held near the Forest's Environmental Education Center and offers a wide variety of activities showcasing all the Forest has to offer. Afternoon activities include archery, climbing wall, guided hikes, pumpkin decorating, hay rides, and nature play. Nighttime activities include a spooky hike, stargazing, and s'mores by the bonfire.
Fee for camping: $25 platform tent or $15 field, festival-style camping. All ages. A parent/legal guardian must accompany anyone under the age of 18. Space is limited for camping.
Reserve your spot today by calling (502) 368-5404.
Register for free activities at the registration table the day of the event.
Sunset Hike at the Falls of the Ohio State Park
When: Saturday, October 15th 5:00pm-7:00pm
Where: Falls of the Ohio State Park, 201 W. Riverside Dr., Clarksville, IN 47129
Join the Falls of the Ohio Foundation and Purdue Extension for a sunset tree hike at the Falls of the Ohio! The hike will explore the Falls of the Ohio's Woodland Loop Trail where you'll learn about native tree species that call the park home, and how those trees impact the Falls' ecosystem.
The hike will begin at the trailhead for the Woodland Loop Trail near the rear of the parking lot by the digging piles. Following the hike, participants can stick around the Falls and enjoy one of the most incredible sunset views in Kentuckiana. This event is available for all ages.
Learn more
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Louisville Parks and Recreation is always looking for volunteers to help out with special projects, litter clean-ups, tree plantings, coaches for youth leagues, etc. Available opportunities can be found via the virtual volunteer portal (below) and by checking out our social media outlets!
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 Saturday October 15, 2022. This is an opportunity for citizens to help us create a safer Louisville through safe and effective interventions taught 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 October 15, 2022 at the Republic Bank Foundation YMCA. This will be an in-person event, and food and refreshments will be served!
Contact jacob.hazel@louisvilleky.gov for questions.
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Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas that you cannot smell, taste or see. It can enter your home through cracks or openings in the foundation, slab or sump pit.
It's the second-leading cause of lung cancer in the U.S. after smoking.
The EPA and Surgeon General estimate radon is responsible for 21,000 deaths a
year. The only way to determine how much radon is in your home is to test for it.
For more information about radon, please visit our website or call 574-6650.
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Jack O'Lantern Spectacular and Winter Woods Spectacular return to Iroquois Park
Jack O'Lantern Spectacular presented by Thorntons is back for 2022! The region's best Halloween experience is back as a nightly walk-through at Iroquois Park through October 31st.
October 29th & 30th
Olmsted Parks Conservancy will kick off the first Hayride on the Hill event at Shawnee Park (Pavilion) Saturday, October 29th and will continue the fun at Cherokee Park (atop Baringer/Dog Hill) Sunday, October 30th. The 2-day FREE event will run from 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. each day.
Answers to quiz are listed at the bottom of this newsletter.
Test your knowledge on tree facts…
1. What tree has the widest canopy in the world?
2. What is the oldest living thing on earth?
3. Which of the following building materials is renewable:
a) cement b) steel c) brick d) wood
4. What is the name for the type of trees that produce cones?
5. What is the name for the type of trees that lose all their Leaves or needles each year?
6. Name two trees with animals in their names.
7. How does growing trees help combat global warming?
8. How many trees are planted in the U.S. each year?
9. What percentage of the earth’s land surface is covered in forests?
a) 10% b) 30% c) 65% d) 80%
10. Which of the following does not contain products that originate from a tree:
a) toothpaste b) a football helmet c) artificial vanilla flavoring d) a Twinkie e) vitamins
11. Which of the following is strongest?
a) a pound of glass b) a pound of steel c) a pound of wood d) a pound of concrete
12. How much wood does an average American use each year? a) 500 lbs
b) 1000 lbs c) over 1 ton d) over 2 tons
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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