The District 14 office will continue to monitor and answer concerns and emails received. The 601 W. Jefferson St. office and the Southwest Government Center offices are now open to the public.
You can contact us by calling 502-574-1114 and leaving a voicemail or email Cindi.Fowler@LouisvilleKy.gov
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Three of the Metro Public Works free leaf drop-off sites will remain open through December 23.
Waste Reduction Center, 636 Meriwether Avenue
Tuesday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Saturday, December 17, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Public Works Yard, 10500 Lower River Road (enter from Bethany Lane)
Tuesday-Saturday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Public Works East District Operations Center, 595 North Hubbards Lane
Tuesday-Saturday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Only leaves will be accepted and they must be loose or in paper/compostable bags or reusable containers. Containers used to bring leaves to the drop-off sites must be taken back by residents.
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Climb aboard the Polar Express as it pulls into the Southwest Regional Library on Friday, December 16. Come dressed in your pajamas to this after-hours holiday party where the whole family is invited to stop at stations along the “track” through the Library. Stops include a craft depot, post office, Santa’s workshop, and an ornament station, along with a cookie and hot chocolate pit stop. Look for special appearances by Mrs. Claus, the Polar Express conductor, and the North Pole elves along the way. Children can also ride a kid-sized Polar Express train on the Library grounds (weather permitting), and listen to a reading of The Polar Express.
The free, after-hours Polar Express Pajama Party is for children and families on Friday, December 16, 6:00 – 8:00pm at the Southwest Regional Library (9725 Dixie Highway). RSVP at the Library’s Facebook event page.
Coats will be collected through December 17
President David James (District 6), Senator David Yates, and Shirley’s Way are once again hosting a donation drive for winter coats, gloves, and scarves for JCPS students.
Chase Gavin’s Coat-A-Kid Drive will collect items now until December 17. Donations of new items may be dropped off at Shirley’s Way, located at 10966 Dixie Highway, 40272. You may also make a monetary donation to www.ChaseGavinCoatAKid.org.
This year’s donated coats will be divided among the Southwest JCPS schools based on the needs expressed by the Family Resource & Youth Services Coordinators. Any remaining coats will go to the JCPS Clothing Assistance Program and will be distributed to schools outside of the Southwest Louisville community.
Come see what the buzz is all about and treat yourself to a magical walk featuring millions of lights, with the sights and sounds of the holiday season, along a winding trail through the majestic woods of Iroquois Park. Buy Tickets!
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Robbie Valentine Winter Break Basketball Camp
During this FREE, three-day camp, boys and girls of all skill levels will learn the fundamentals of basketball, principles of teamwork and individual responsibility with local sports legend, Robbie Valentine.
This camp is offered to kids ages 6-16 and will take place December 19, 20 and 21, 11:00am - 1:00pm at the Cyril Allgeier Community Center. Participants are encouraged to wear proper basketball attire.
*Camp is limited to the first 100 youths who sign up. To register and for more information, click here.
Winter Break Camp
Sun Valley Community Center (6505 Bethany Lane, 40272) is offering camps to youth on December 19-23 and December 27-30. The registration fee is $10 and the price for camps is $40 per week. To register, click here.
Youth Basketball Leagues
Louisville Parks and Recreation is offering youth basketball leagues for age groups 5-6, 7-8, 9-10, 11-14 and 15-16 at the Cyril Allgeier Community Center (4101 Cadillac Ct, 40213) beginning in January and running through March. The fee is $25 per player and registration can be found at bestparksever.com. The deadline to sign up is December 18 and the fee must be paid at registration.
Louisville Metro Police Activities League (PAL) In an exciting partnership with Dare to Care, the Louisville Metro Police Activities League is offering a Christmas Candy Making class. LMPD’s very own Dawn Hall and her daughter Samantha are talented and accomplished chocolatiers. The two will teach youth simple recipes for making a variety of Chocolate Christmas treats. In this program, kids will learn that they do not need fancy or expensive equipment to make delicious chocolates. Instead, they will be taught how to make all kinds of amazing candies using the most basic kitchen appliances found in their own homes. These delicious creations will make great gifts for their teachers, family and friends… just in time for the holidays!
This class is being offered to kids ages 8-17. Act fast, space is limited.
To register, visit louisvillepal.org.
The Louisville Zoo The Louisville Zoo is excited to offer our NEW School’s Out Safari Discount to help provide the community with fun, safe and educational experiences at the Zoo this fall and winter.
On the below dates, guests can receive one free child admission (ages 3-11) when they buy one adult general admission ticket. 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. More information at louisvillezoo.org/schools-out-safari.
December 19–23
December 26–30
Monday, January 2
Tuesday, January 3
Monday, January 16
Winter Break Camps
Louisville Zoo week-long winter break camps are almost sold out but there are still a few slots left for the Polar Plunge for 7- and 8-year-olds and for Winter Workshop for 6- and 7-year-olds. These two weekly camps are Dec. 19-23, 8:30am - 5:00pm, and are $350 for members and $375 for non-members. Visit LouisvilleZoo.org for more details. (Note: the single-day camps are already sold out).
Additionally, The Zoo is open daily year-round. Zoo hours are 10:00am - 4:00pm (enjoy the Zoo until 5:00pm). The Zoo will be closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s days.
Louisville Free Public Library
The Louisville Free Public Library will offer more than 100 FREE programs for kids, teens, and families while school is out, including: Storytime, crafts, film screenings, games, and more. As always, the Library also offers a wide selection of books, eBooks, DVDs, and streaming movies to keep kids reading and entertained during the break — all for free! A complete list of programs is available at www.LFPL.org.
Kentucky Science Center
When school’s out, science is in! Kentucky Science Center’s mission is to help your child learn, even when JCPS is closed.
Kentucky Science Center Pay-by-Day Camps:
In pay-by-day camps, your child will develop skills and make friendships that will last a lifetime. $70 per day for members/$80 for non-members. More information at https://kysciencecenter.org/schools-out-science-camp/.
December 19-23
December 26-30
January 2-3
$5 Movie Showings:
See a holiday classic on Kentucky Science Center’s 4-story screen! All tickets only $5 per person. More information at https://kysciencecenter.org/make-your-season/.
Sunday, December 18 at 2:00pm: “Elf”
Tuesday, December 20 at 2:00pm: “Polar Express” 3D
Thursday, December 22 at 2:00pm: “Polar Express” 3D
Noon Year’s:
Ring in 2023 at the stroke of noon at the annual Noon Year’s celebration. It’s the perfect New Year party for families who can’t stay up until midnight. Enjoy fun activity stations throughout the building and join in a countdown to welcome the Noon Year. Included free with your general admission to Kentucky Science Center. Tickets start at $20. More information at https://kysciencecenter.org/make-your-season/.
Saturday, December 31, 10:00am – 2:00pm
REAL ID Driver's Licenses Now Offered in New Louisville - Dixie Highway/Willismore location Driver Licensing Regional Office
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) has opened a NEW Driver Licensing Regional Office in our area!
The new Driver Licensing Regional Office (6202 Willismore Drive) is open Monday-Friday, 8:00am - 4:00pm.
The new office in Louisville will eventually replace a smaller regional office on Dixie Highway. Kentuckians can visit the new office for a full array of driver licensing services, regardless of their county of residence. Services include issuance, renewal or updating of driver licenses, learner permits, commercial driver licenses (CDL) and identification cards. Credentials are available in either standard-issue form or as a REAL ID. Customers also have the option of a four-year or eight-year credential.
Learn about regional offices.
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Citizens that live in owner-occupied single-family dwellings may request a home inspection through Metro311. The Division of Fire will send a Fire Company to perform a voluntary home fire safety inspection and install a free ten-year lithium battery operated smoke detector in the home if needed.
Note: Smoke detectors in rental properties must be provided by the property owner.
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As the temperatures continue to decrease, many schools in counties around Louisville and in Southern Indiana are temporarily closing because of an increase in flu, COVID and other infectious illnesses.
There are many similarities between influenza (flu) and COVID-19. Both are contagious respiratory illnesses that can lead to severe illness for many. And the good news is there are safe, effective vaccines for both.
The Centers for Disease Control recommends the influenza (flu) vaccine for everyone 6 months of age and older. To best protect yourself and others, please consider getting an influenza (flu) vaccine this season. Immunizations are considered preventative services and are covered by most health insurance companies with no out of pocket expenses to pay.
If you would like to track cases of the flu in Jefferson County, please view our Weekly Flu Reports. To find a flu or COVID-19 vaccine location near you, please visit vaccines.gov.
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The Louisville Zoo is celebrating Kroger Wild Winter Days now through Feb. 28, 2023 with a Dare to Care food drive and discount admission when you donate a food item for the drive.
The Zoo is proud to team up with Kroger and Dare to Care again to help struggling families in our community. Guests who bring at least one canned food item per person may purchase discounted tickets at the Zoo windows for $9.75 per adult and $6.75 per child/senior ticket.
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Appointments for the LIHEAP (Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program) Fall Subsidy component have now reached capacity. Call 502/991-8391 for updates about the next phase of LIHEAP, called the Crisis Component, starting in early January.
Appointments for the Housing Stabilization Program are currently full. Check back after Dec. 15 for updates on more appointments being added. For eligibility info and how to shedule, see flyer here.
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Get directly involved in making Louisville a more litter-free community through the Report-A-Litterer program aimed at motorists who throw fast-food wrappers, cigarette butts, soda bottles or any type of litter out their car window.
Click here to report.
Click here for more information
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Illegally dumped trash is more than just an eyesore! It is expensive to clean up, it negatively impacts our quality of life and economic development, and the plastic debris may end up in our waterways and oceans. Individuals caught dumping illegally may have their vehicle impounded and face fines and fees totaling about $1,000.
We have recently posted images on social media asking for help identifying illegal dumpers caught on camera and reporting when a vehicle was impounded. WDRB also helped spread the word about the negative impacts of illegal dumping. View their story here.
Residents are encouraged to fill out this online form if they witness illegal dumping. The form can also be used to share home security camera footage or images of illegal dumping occurring with our Solid Waste Enforcement Department. Go to Louisvilleky.gov/IllegalDumping to learn more about how you can help prevent illegal dumping.
Did you know..? Many waste materials can be dropped off legally and for FREE. Up to three large household items, up to 4 passenger tires, and up to 3 electronics items can be dropped off for free at the at the Waste Reduction Center, located at 636 Meriwether Avenue. A pickup truckload of yard waste or construction debris can be disposed for only $60.00.
Residents can also utilize the free Pop-Up Drop-Off events that occur monthly, on a Saturday 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., March - November, in various parts of Jefferson County. Items must be separated into the various categories for easy off-loading. Know before you go! View the accepted items list here: Louisvilleky.gov/PopUps.
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Senior Nutrition Program provides nutritional lunchtime meals to active senior citizens at Congregate Meal Sites and delivers to homebound seniors through the Meals on Wheels Program, throughout the Louisville Metro area. These programs help to improve the lives of older adults by supporting good nutritional health and promoting their independence and well-being.
- Click here for Senior Congregate Sites that are currently open.
- Click here to refer a senior to the Meals on Wheels program.
For general information about the Senior Nutrition Program, please call 502.574.6325
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Southwest Community Ministries is currently overwhelmed with families who have never needed assistance before but are running out of household and hygiene products! They are asking for help from members of the community, youth groups, or anyone willing to donate.
If you would prefer to give food donations, items such as ravioli, ramen, fruit cups, canned meats, soups, and peanut butter crackers are always good options. Things like Ensure and pull top lids are good for seniors as well!
Needed Household Items:
- Toilet Paper
- Paper Towels
- Bleach
- Laundry and Dish Soap
- Any Cleaning Supply
- Soap
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Razors
- Comb/Brush
- Tooth Brush
- Tooth Paste
- Adult Diapers
- Female Personal Care Items
Items can be dropped off at the Ministry (8504 Terry Rd.) Monday-Friday from 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. For more information please call (502) 935-0310.
Donations can also be made by visiting SouthwestCommunityMinistries.org/donate.
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At the Waste Reduction Center, Louisville/Jefferson County residents can dispose of tires, household bulky waste such as metals, appliances, electronics, tree limbs and stumps up to three feet in diameter, unbagged yard waste, construction debris, and furniture.
Hours of Operation
Tuesday - Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Saturday 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Appointments available Tuesday - Friday 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Up to three household bulky items per day may be dropped off at no charge. Bulky loads or drop-offs exceeding three items will be charged according - CASH ONLY.
Examples of single items
- Up to 4 passenger tires*
- One appliance
- One large household item such as mattress, box spring, sofa or chair
*No more than 4 tires will be accepted for free drop-off at one time regardless of the number of other items
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