Air Justice: Want to win $50?
You are being invited to participate in a research study. The purpose of this study is to understand how residents in and around District 3 receive and wish to receive information about public health and local environmental justice efforts with the aim of creating future resource materials that meet those wishes.
This study is conducted by Dr. Megan Poole, Dr. Abigail Koenig, and Professor Shavonnie Carthens, J.D., and research assistants from the University of Louisville, in consultation with Councilwoman Keisha Dorsey, Rubbertown Emergency Action (REACT), and the Kristy Love Foundation.
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'Know Waste' Course and Volunteer Program
The mission of the Know Waste Ambassador program is to educate participants about waste reduction and disposal systems and empower them to make meaningful change for themselves and their community.
Know Waste Ambassadors are required to attend virtual classes and facility tours. Classes will be once per week for 7 weeks in January and February and will be recorded (specific day/time to be determined). Participants will be provided volunteer opportunities and encouraged to be creative in how they engage with neighbors and community members on the topics of waste reduction and recycling.
Know Waste Ambassador Requirements
• Attend orientation session and six in-depth trainings on recycling, composting, waste management systems, and other waste initiatives. (These will take place on a weekday.)
• Participate in educational tours of local waste facilities. (These will take place on a weekday.)
• Fulfill a set number of volunteer hours and tasks annually to maintain certification. (Programs and events may take place on weekdays or weekends.)
• Attend periodic sessions to stay up to date, provide feedback, and meet other Know Waste Ambassadors.
• Be willing to share what you learn from the program with your community.
• Background check required prior to volunteering at events or programs.
Click here to apply for the program!
Councilwoman Dorsey announces proposed ordinance to support businesses which hire persons convicted of a crime
Louisville (October 31, 2022) - Councilwoman Keisha Dorsey (D-3) was joined today by Rob Moore, Chaplain of Goodwill Industries of Kentucky, Michelle James, Co-Owner of NTC Safety and Verna Goatley, Director of the Human Relations Commission to announce a proposed ordinance amending Chapter 37 of the Louisville/Jefferson County Metro Code of Ordinances to support businesses which hire persons convicted of a crime by requiring a good faith effort to increase procurement from those second chance businesses.
Councilwoman Dorsey believes it’s in the public interest to address barriers to employment and to help people with criminal records have a fair chance at obtaining employment.
A Second Chance supporting business is defined as a business whose work force, on average, is composed of at least 10% of people who have been convicted of a felony or Class A misdemeanor.
The proposed ordinance has been assigned to the Labor and Economic Development Committee and is scheduled to be discussed on Tuesday, November 1 at 3 PM. The meeting will be available for viewing on Metro TV or online at https://louisvilleky.gov/government/metro-council/calendar-agendas.
A copy of the ordinance is available online: https://louisville.legistar.com/LegislationDetail.aspx?ID=5867346&GUID=3767FD8B-C95A-41EF-A423-BA3082894824&Options=ID|Text|&Search=second.
For more information, please contact Councilwoman Dorsey’s office at 574-1103.
WORKING FOR LOUISVILLE METRO HAS ITS BENEFITS, DISCOVER WHAT THAT MEANS FOR YOU!
Louisville Metro Government wants you to be a part of something great! We have various open positions within the LMG system that you can apply for. All these positions (whether full-time or part-time, union and non-union) may be eligible for the benefits listed to the left. For more information on how you can become a part of Louisville Metro Government, use the web address below. For additional questions about job opportunities and/or benefits, please contact Tara Pruitt at tandr@louisvilleky.gov
Litfest by West Louisville Math and Science Project
Read. Write. Analyze. Feel. Express. Come explore literacy through intergenerational learning. Free food! Register now at https://www.bit.ly/readville
Councilwoman Dorsey announces proposed ARP funding to address redlining in Louisville
Louisville (October 24, 2022) - Councilwoman Keisha Dorsey (D-3) was joined today by Councilmembers Angela Bowens (D-1), Dr. Barbara Shanklin (D-2), Jecorey Arthur (D-4), Donna Purvis (D-5), President David James (D-6), Paula McCraney (D-7), Christie McCravy, Executive Director of Louisville Affordable Housing Trust Fund (LAHTF), Dr. Kevin W. Cosby, Executive Director of Simmons College, and Denise Sears, CEO & President of Supplies Over Seas to announce $13 million in recommended funding through the American Rescue Plan (ARP) to address redlining and the effects in Louisville.
The Federal Housing Administration established in 1934 refused to insure mortgages in and near African-American neighborhoods. This practice became known as "redlining." Maps were color-coded by first the Home Owners Loan Corporation, then the Federal Housing Administration (FHA), then adopted by the Veterans Administration, and these color codes were designed to indicate where it was safe to insure mortgages. Areas near or where African-Americans consisted as the primary residents were colored ‘red’ to indicate to appraisers that these neighborhoods were too risky to insure mortgages. African-Americans were left out of the new suburban communities — and pushed instead into urban housing projects. The FHA was subsidizing builders who were mass-producing entire subdivisions for whites — with the requirement that none of the homes be sold to African-Americans.
Stabilization Contractors Needed
The Office of Housing and Community Development is seeking contractors to stabilize and repair vacant/abandoned and Metro-owned properties. Saving structures/properties from further damage, which may compromise the neighboring homes, degrade historical significance, or cause the structure to be declared emergency demolitions. These repairs could range anywhere from $1.00-$20,000 per job.
1. Login to Bonfire Portal (link below)
2. Apply under project "RFP230094"
3. Complete Application process following prompts in site.
More information at https://louisvilleky.bonfirehub.com/portal/?tab=openOpportunitieshttps://www.louisvillezoo.org/schools-out-safari
Any questions, contact Kim Henry at kim.henry@louisvilleky.gov
Louisville Branch NAACP Opposes Constitutional Amendment
The Louisville Branch NAACP is urging voters to say “NO” to two proposed constitutional amendments on the November General Election ballot that it views as government overreach and an attack on women’s civil rights.
Amendment 1 is being pushed by the Republican supermajority in the General Assembly and would give the legislature authority to call itself into special session and extend regular sessions. A special session would only need the joint approval of the House Speaker and Senate president – not the entire legislature.
Currently, only the Governor is empowered to call special sessions and set the agenda. The governor would retain that authority.
The constitution also does not allow regular sessions to be extended, but the amendment would allow lawmakers to extend a session with a three-fifths vote.
The NAACP said Amendment 2 would virtually eliminate abortion rights in Kentucky. It would take away a woman’s right to choose how she manages her body and restricts reproductive freedom.
The amendment would add the phrase “To protect human life, nothing in this Constitution shall be construed to secure or protect a right to abortion or require the funding of abortion.”
The NAACP said: “Passage of Amendment 2 would represent a major intrusion into a woman’s personal choice.”
The Louisville Branch works daily for equal justice under the law and sees the passage of Amendment 2 as antithetical to the policies and principals of the NAACP.
Louisville Zoo "Schools Out Safari Discount"
The Louisville Zoo is excited to announce its NEW School’s Out Safari discount to help provide our community with fun, safe and educational experiences at the Zoo this fall and winter.
Guests can receive one free child admission (ages 3 – 11) when they buy one adult general admission ticket. Tickets must be purchased at the admission window on the day of your visit. The offer cannot be redeemed for more than one child admission per single adult admission. This discount cannot be combined with any other offer. Children 2 and under do not require a ticket.
This discount is available on the following days:
- Tuesday, November 8
- Wednesday, November 23
- Friday, November 25
- December 19 – 23
- December 26 – 30
- Monday, January 2
- Tuesday, January 3
- Monday, January 16
Become and Ambassador!
Become an ambassador for Louisville Metro's Office for Women. The Office for Women Ambassadors is a 6-month training program for women who represent the diverse communities across Louisville. Click here to apply; applications due November 15, 2022.
LIHEAP Vendor Solicitation for 2022-23 Season
Vendors wishing to participate in the LIHEAP 2022-2023 program must complete required paperwork and return the appropriate documentation. Vendor Packets can be downloaded from the louisvilleky.gov website by clicking here, or arrangements can be made to pick up in person by calling 502/574-6082.
LIHEAP, the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program, is a federally funded program that provides financial assistance to help eligible, low-income households meet their home heating needs. LIHEAP vendors are defined as any business that supplies energy, such as rental facilities where utilities are included in the rent or provides home heating fuel to individuals applying for the LIHEAP program. Examples of home heating fuel include oil, kerosene, propane, bottled gas, wood, electric or natural gas.
Complete the Streets Coalition
Public Works has been actively recruiting for the Complete Streets Coalition, which Metro Council created through an edit to the Complete Streets Ordinance. We have received over 30 applications and plan to appoint 13 people to the coalition’s initial membership. Unfortunately, the applicants do not fully represent the diversity we believe is needed to fully represent Louisville.
We are reaching out to you to ask for your assistance in recruiting individuals from your district. Please reach out to Nathan Keltch, Nathan.keltch@louisvilleky.gov, if you have any questions regarding the application or Complete Streets Coalition. Here is a link to the application: https://arcg.is/aXP4K