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Councilwoman

Donna Purvis

donna.purvis@louisvilleky.gov


City Hall Office

601 West Jefferson Street

Louisville, Kentucky 40202

(502) 574-1105


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Metro Call: 311 or 574-5000

Air Pollution: 574-6000

Animal Services: 363-6609 or 361-1318

Economic Development: 574-4140

Planning & Design Services: 574-6230

Community Services & Revitalization: 574-4377

Public Works: 574-5810

TARC: 585-1234

PARC: 569-6222

Legal Aid: 584-1254

IPL (Code Enforcement): 574-3321

Congressman John Yarmuth: 582-5129

Solid Waste Management (SWMS): 574-3571

Metro Parks: 456-8100

Metro Police: (Non Emergency)574-7111 or 574-2111

LMPD 1st Division:  574-7167

LMPD 2nd Division: 574-2478

Anonymous Tipline:574-LMPD (5673)

Metro Safe: 572-3460 or 574-7111

Master Commissioner Jefferson Circuit Court (Foreclosure Sales): 753-4888

 


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Did you know in MARCH...

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  • MARCH 1ST- MARDI GRAS
  • MARCH 1ST- WORLD COMPIMENT DAY
  • MARCH 8TH- INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY
  • MARCH 12TH- PLANT A FLOWER DAY
  • MARCH 12TH- GIRL SCOUTS FOUNDED BY JULIETTE GORDON LOW
  • MARCH 14TH- POTATOE CHIP DAY
  • MARCH 17TH- ST. PATRICKS DAY
  • DAY LIGHT SAVINGS TIME
  • COCA COLA INVENTED MARCH OF 1886
  • MARCH 30TH- TAKE A WALK IN THE PARK DAY

LOUISVILLE METRO COUNCIL DEMOCRATIC CAUCUS


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President Markus Winkler

President Pro Tem Paula McCraney

 

Councilwoman Tammy Hawkins

Councilwoman Barbara Shanklin

Councilman Kumar Rashad

Councilman Jecorey Arthur

Councilwoman Donna Purvis

Councilman Phillip Baker

Councilwoman Cassie Chambers Amstrong

Councilman Andrew Owen

Councilman Pat Mulvihill

Councilman Kevin Kramer

Councilman Rick Blackwell

Councilman Dan Seum, Jr. 

Councilwoman Cindi Fowler

Councilwoman Jennifer Chappell

Councilman Scott Reed

Councilwoman Marilyn Parker

Councilman Anthony Piagentini

Councilman Stuart Benson

Councilwoman Betsy Ruhe

Councilman Robin Engel

Councilman Jeff Hudson

Councilwoman Madonna Flood

Councilman Khalil Batshon

Councilman Brent Ackerson


louisvilleky.gov/metrocouncil

February 24, 2023

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

Metro Council honors twenty-six individuals for Black History Month

During the 21st annual Black History Month Program


Louisville (February 24, 2023) – The Louisville Metro Council hosted the 21st Annual Black History Month Program yesterday during a special meeting of the Equity, Community Affairs, Housing, Health & Education Committee, chaired by Councilwoman Dr. Barbara Shanklin (D-2).

“Reaffirming our Diverse Culture” is the theme for this year’s program. During the event, each of the twenty-six Metro Council members honored an individual with an award for his or her achievements.

“I’m honored to continue hosting this annual program for the Louisville Metro Council,” said Chair Councilwoman Shanklin. “February is a special month to celebrate Black History and thank dedicated community members in each of our districts for making an impact.”

“I always look forward to this celebration and the opportunity it provides us to celebrate the accomplishments and service of many of our neighborhood leaders,” said Vice Chair Councilman Stuart Benson (R-20).

The following people and groups were celebrated:

  • District 1 – Honorable Jessica Green
  • District 2 – Derwin Fort
  • District 3 – Charles McBroom
  • District 4 – Shannon Floyd
  • District 5 – Theo Hamilton
  • District 6 – Deputy Mayor David James
  • District 7 – Joyce Marie Reed
  • District 8 – Ladonna Johnson
  • District 9 – Dewey Clayton, PhD
  • District 10 – Tameka Laird
  • District 11 – Percy Black
  • District 12 – Barbara Thompson
  • District 13 – Mary Spencer Owens
  • District 14 – Yvette Norsworthy
  • District 15 – Dianne Aljamaini
  • District 16 – Patricia Anne Huggins
  • District 17 – Debonna Dow
  • District 18 – Tendai Charasika
  • District 19 – Tod Moore
  • District 20 – Roberto Grider
  • District 21 – Sonny & Annette Woodard
  • District 22 – Patricia Beckham
  • District 23 – Larnelle Harris
  • District 24 – Jonah Belance
  • District 25 – Verbon Graves
  • District 26 – Nina Reid

PROGRAM: To download the program, please visit: https://legistar2.granicus.com/louisville/meetings/2023/2/10842_A_Equity%2C_Community_Affairs%2C_Housing%2C_Health%2C_and_Education_Committee_23-02-23_Meeting_Agenda.pdf.

HOW TO WATCH: A recording of the special meeting will be available on Metro TV at http://louisville.granicus.com/ViewPublisher.php?view_id=2 and on Louisville Metro Council’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/LouisvilleMetroCouncil.

A photo gallery is available online at https://www.flickr.com/photos/197397008@N05/sets/72177720306226207/.


For more information, please contact: Kyle Ethridge 502.574.4137 / 502.526.3622 (Majority Caucus)

kyle.ethridge@louisvilleky.gov

Stephen Haag 502.574.1204 / 502.645.1752 (Minority Caucus)

steve.haag@louisvilleky.gov


COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT (PORTLAND AREA)

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COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT (CHICKASAW AREA)

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Chickasaw Park is a municipal park in Louisville, Kentucky's west end. It is fronted to the west by the Ohio River and by Southwestern Parkway to the east. It was formerly the country estate of political boss John Henry Whallen, and began development as a park in 1923, but was not completed until the 1930s. The original plan for Chickasaw Park was designed by the Frederick Law Olmsted firm and is part of the Olmsted Park System, but was a later addition, as ShawneeIroquois, and Cherokee Parks were designed in the 1880s by Frederick Law Olmsted himself.[1]

The City Parks Commission passed a resolution in 1924 making Chickasaw Park and a few other small parks black-only and making the larger parks in the city white-only. In the wake of the Supreme Court's decision in Brown v. Board of Education, the NAACP aided three Louisville residents in suing the city over the inequalities between the white- and black-only parks in Louisville. The park was desegregated by Mayor Andrew Broaddus in 1955.[2]

The park features the city's only free clay tennis courts. Other features include a basketball court, a pond, a sprayground, two playgrounds, a lodge, and two picnic pavilions.[3] In 1969, Elmer Lucille Allen, a scientist and artist from the Chickasaw neighborhood organized the Chickasaw Little League. Because the Shawnee Little League was closed to children living south of Broadway, Allen organized an integrated Little League for her sons and area children. It was in operation for 3-4 years.[4]

References[edit]

  1. ^ Fitzpatrick, Virginia (1982). Frederick Law Olmsted and the Louisville Park System. Indiana: Indiana University.
  2. ^ Wright, George (1992). A History of Blacks in Kentucky, Volume II: In Pursuit of Equality, 1890-1980. Frankfort: The Kentucky Historical Society.
  3. ^ "Chickasaw Park". Louisville Metro Government. Retrieved April 14, 2013.
  4. ^ "90 Years of Elmer Lucille Allen"American Whiskey Magazine. 8 November 2021. Retrieved 26 December 2021.

DISTRICT 5 COMMUNITY MEETINGS

BALLON GLOW

SHAWNEE NEIGHBORHOOD MEETINGS

March 7, 2023 @ 6pm 1st Tuesday of the Month

PORTLAND NOW MEETINGS

March 20, 2023 @ 6;30p 3rd Tuesday of the Month.

If your community is having any neighborhood meetings, please email the office and we will add you to the distribution list. Contact: alfred.johnson@louisvilleky.gov


JOIN OUR TEAM

ST. GEORGE'S SCHOLAR INSTITUTE

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COLLEGE & CAREER READINESS PROGRAM      OPEN REGISTRATION

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  • COLLEGE TOURS
  • SCHOLARSHIPS
  • CAREER TRAINING
  • ACT PREP

CONNECT WITH US! (502) 907-0670, INSTAGRAM.COM/STGEORGESLOUISVILLE

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ST GEORGE'S SCHOLAR INSTITUTE URBAN ARTS INSTITUTE

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SEEKING TEENS INTERESTED IN DOING ONE OF THE FOLLOWING:

  • DISK JOCKEY
  • VIDEOGRAPHY
  • PHOTOGRAPHY
  • AUDIO ENGINEERING
  • CLOTHING APPAREL & GRAPHIC DESIGN

Get Hands on Training! Learn How to Start a Business!

     Access To Industry Standard Equipment!

Free program for Middle & High School Teens

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT URBANARTSLOUISVILLE@OUTLOOK.COM OR 502-791-5856

 


COLORECTAL CANCER SCREENING EDUCATIONAL EVENT

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CAMP NATURE ODYSSEY

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LENS ALERT / SMART 911/ METRO 311

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LensAlert/Smart911 – Did you know that you and your constituents can sign up for LENSAlerts and Smart911? LENSAlerts can notify you of a variety of things you can choose from (dangerous weather in your area, major traffic issues, missing people, and more). Smart911 can set up a profile for you so that if you call 911 the first responders can immediately be aware of your medical history, medications you take, pets in your home, and more. This is the website and logos are below that you can include in your eNewsletters.  LENSAlert & Smart911 | LouisvilleKY.gov

 

Accela/Metro311 – It has been suggested you enter cases for Metro311 in Accela preferably. The reason is if you enter an inaccurate address, a multi-use dwelling or intersection through Metro311 they will have to validate the address. This could cause a delay in your case being inspected. All LA’s should have received training on how to do this, but if you need assistance, please reach out to me as I am the Metro Council contact for Accela. You are also encouraged to remind constituents to reach out to Metro311 for their concerns. It is most helpful to have the exact location (address or intersection as appropriate).

I hope this information is helpful. If you have any questions, please let me know.


PUBLIC HEALTH NEWS AND WELLNESS

PUBLIC HEALTH

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BOWL PATROL

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AROUND LOU

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Dinos Under Louisville

February 17th through April 30th

Dinos will take over Louisville Mega Cavern again with Dinos Under Louisville! Visitors will venture under Louisville to uncover 80 life-size moving dinosaurs on a gripping 20-minute adventure through more than half a mile of Louisville Mega Cavern’s underground passageways.

As visitors travel through Dinos Under Louisville, they enter a wormhole and are suddenly transported back in time to when dinosaurs roamed the earth! Guests will enjoy an epic adventure alongside the “live” dinosaurs and experience the Permian, Triassic, Jurassic, and Cretaceous time periods and the extinction event that ended the time of dinosaurs on the planet.

Right before their eyes, dino lovers of all ages will see dozens of colossal dinosaurs as they take over Louisville like never before.

Get your tickets here

1841 Taylor Ave., Louisville, KY 40213


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This month, celebrate Black History Month by learning about several incredible and unknown Black baseball players at the Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory!

In a true Louisville, KY mash-up – bourbon and baseball came together as Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory discovered the truth behind mysterious and fascinating photographs of a black baseball team that had been exceptional in its time but lost to history.

Plan your visit and purchase tickets here

800 W. Main St., Louisville, KY 40202


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U of L Men's Basketball -

U of L Women's Basketball -

Bellarmine Men's Basketball -

Bellarmine Women's Basketball


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Make sure to follow the Around Lou Social Media pages to stay up to date on even more fun happening Around Lou!

 

 

TAILSPIN ALE FEST- SATURDAY, MARCH 4TH, AT HISTORIC BOWMAN FIELD

BLESSING O' THE BEER- THURSDAY. MARCH 9TH, AT GOODWOOD BREWING

ST. PATRICK'S DAY PARADE- SATURDAY, MARCH 11TH, IN THE HIGHLANDS

PARISTOWN GARDEN SHOW- SATURDAY, APRIL 8TH, AT PARISTOWN

THUNDER OVER LOUISVILLE- SATURDAY. APRIL 22ND, IN DOWNTOWN LOUISVILLE

PUBLIC HEALTH AND ALERTS

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METRO PARKS

Louisville Parks and Recreation and TreesLouisville to host second annual TreeFest: An Arbor Day Celebration 

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (February 22, 2023) – Louisville Parks and Recreation and TreesLouisville are excited to welcome the community to the second annual TreeFest: An Arbor Day Celebration. The family-friendly event is set to take place on Saturday, April 15, 2023 from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. and will offer a variety of activities for those of all ages.

The day will begin with a volunteer tree planting, where community volunteers will work to plant 200 trees throughout Joe Creason Park (1297 Trevilian Way, 40213). Those interested in volunteering for the tree planting or other duties throughout the course of the event may sign-up here.

“Trees are an invaluable asset for our urban infrastructure and we can't think of a better way to celebrate our growing tree canopy and Arbor Day than to plant more trees at Joe Creason Park and enjoy a day of fun family activities,” said Cindi Sullivan, Executive Director, TreesLouisville. “We hope that everyone will join us for a day of planting, learning and fellowship,” she added.

Additional activities offered at TreeFest include tree giveaways, guided nature walks, tree climbing, rock climbing wall, crafts, games, live music, vendor booths, community booths and more!

TreeFest is made possible through financial support of sponsors: Strategic Communications, Parks Alliance of Louisville and Gordon & Rees|Scully Mansukhani, LLC.

“Strategic Communications is thrilled to sponsor this year’s TreeFest. This is a great opportunity to give back to our Louisville community, ensuring that future generations will still have access to the beautiful trees, parks, and greenspaces that we enjoy today,” said Kathy Mills, President & CEO, Strategic Communications.

Food and beverages from Lil Cheezers, Southern Sliders, Poco502, Garden Girl Foods and West Sixth Brewing will be available for purchase. Bringing personal alcoholic beverages is prohibited.

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ABOUT LOUISVILLE PARKS AND RECREATION
Louisville Parks and Recreation, a nationally accredited parks and recreation agency, manages more than 120 parks and six parkways on more than 13,000 acres of land and operates recreation programs for area residents of all ages and abilities through its 14 community centers. The department’s inventory also includes 10 golf courses; the Mary T. Meagher Aquatic Center and four outdoor pools; the David Armstrong Extreme Park; two historic homes; the Historic Iroquois Amphitheater performance venue; and the nation’s largest municipally owned urban forest, Jefferson Memorial Forest. More details on the department’s people and programs can be found at bestparksever.com.

ABOUT TREESLOUISVILLE
TreesLouisville’s vision is a more livable and healthy community for Louisville’s current and future generations through a robust community tree canopy. Our mission is to raise public awareness of the value of the community forest and Louisville’s tree canopy deficit and to fund tree planting in areas of greatest need.


Registration now active for Louisville Parks and Recreation’s spring and summer break camps

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (February 13, 2023) – Louisville Parks and Recreation is excited to bring back its spring and summer break camps for youths, offered at various community centers throughout the city.

Spring break camps are offered to children ages 6-12 and are set to take place April 3-7 from 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. A one-time non-refundable registration fee of $20 is due at registration and the weekly camp fee is $50 per child, due the Friday before camp begins.

Participants will partake in daily recreational activities such as sports, games, swimming, crafts and weekly field trips. Lunch will be provided. To sign-up visit bestparksever.com and click on ‘Spring Break Camps’ on the homepage.

Summer break camps are set to take place Monday through Friday beginning June 20 from 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. and will run for eight weeks, ending August 11. Summer camps are offered to children ages 6-12. A one-time non-refundable registration fee of $20 is due at registration and the weekly camp fee is $50 per child, due a week in advance. Registration includes a t-shirt for each participant.

Parents/Guardians are asked to drop off their children no earlier than 8 a.m. each day, and pick them up no later than 6 p.m. Those who qualify may pay a reduced price. Depending on staffing levels, each campsite will be able to facilitate 30-50 campers.

In addition, Jefferson Memorial Forest & Natural Areas are offering a wide array of summer break camps. Jefferson Memorial Forest’s summer camps combine summer fun with nature-based science education activities and are offered to ages 7-15. Campers will take on the roles of naturalists, scientists and adventurers as they explore the Forest and the creatures that inhabit it. Traditional summer camp fun will round out the experience, inspiring exploration and creating an adventure to remember for a lifetime. Registration is now active and those interested in signing up may do so here.

Those interested in signing up for spring and summer break camps may register at bestparksever.com or by contacting the campsites below.

Beechmont Community Center       
205 W. Wellington Ave.         
(502) 361-5484          

Berrytown Adaptive and Inclusive Recreation Center          
1300 Heafer Rd.         
(502) 456-8148          

California Community Center          
1600 W. St. Catherine St.       
(502) 574-2658          

Cyril Allgeier Community Center      
4101 Cadillac Ct.        
(502) 456-3261          

Douglass Community Center            
2305 Douglass Blvd.   
(502) 456-8120          

Jefferson Memorial Forest
11311 Mitchell Hill Rd.
(502) 366-5432

Metro Arts Community Center        
8360 Dixie Hwy.         
(502) 937-2055          

Molly Leonard Portland Community Center
640 N. 27th St.           
(502) 776-0913          

Newburg Community Center
4810 Exeter Ave.        
(502) 456-8122          

Parkhill Community Center  
1703 S. Thirteenth St.
(502) 637-3044          

Shawnee Community Center           
607 South 37th St.     
(502) 775-5268          

Southwick Community Center         
3621 Southern Ave.   
(502) 775-6598          

South Louisville Community Center
2911 Taylor Blvd.       
(502) 574-3206

Sun Valley Community Center
6505 Bethany Lane
(502) 937-8802

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ABOUT LOUISVILLE PARKS AND RECREATION
Louisville Parks and Recreation, a nationally accredited parks and recreation agency, manages more than 120 parks and six parkways on more than 13,000 acres of land and operates recreation programs for area residents of all ages and abilities through its 14 community centers. The department’s inventory also includes 10 golf courses; the Mary T. Meagher Aquatic Center and four outdoor pools; the David Armstrong Extreme Park; two historic homes; the Historic Iroquois Amphitheater performance venue; and the nation’s largest municipally owned urban forest, Jefferson Memorial Forest. More details on the department’s people and programs can be found at bestparksever.com.

 


988 COUNSELORS PROVIDE RESOURCES, REFERRAL AND HOPE

The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is a national network of local crisis centers that provides free and confidential emotional support over the phone to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24 hours a day, 7 days a week in the United States. Help is available.

For more information, visit https://988lifeline.org/ or call 988.


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MULTICULTURAL MINISTRY OF AFRICAN AMERICAN PARISHES

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Computer classes- at Catholic Enrichment Center -3146 West Broadway, Thursday's 6pm to 7:30pm, Saturdays 10am to 11:30am.

Line Dancing Every Saturday 10am to 2pm. Catholic Enrichment Center, 3146 West Broadway.

RACISM SYMPOSIUM- MARCH 1ST, 9AM-4PM- CATHEDRAL

WOMEN'S TEA TIME- MARCH 7TH, 12PM, CATHLOIC ENRICHMENT CENTER

MULTICULTURAL WOMEN'S DAY OF REFLECTION- MARCH 18TH, - 9AM - 1PM, FLAGET CENTER

WOMEN'S EMPOWERMENT DAY- MARCH 25TH, 9:30AM TO 1:30PM, CATHOLIC ENRICHMENT CENTER


POWER TO PROSPER

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Many of you are familiar with GLI’s Power to Prosper Minority Business Accelerator which is now accepting applications for the third cohort. The program launched in January 2021 and we have seen tremendous success with the first two iterations.

 

In November, Interise and GLI surveyed graduates of the first Power to Prosper cohort one year after graduation to monitor their progress. All 12 graduates responded with positive feedback on the program and the results they have seen in their business, which includes:

  • 100% program satisfaction
  • 92% added or maintained positions
  • 86 total jobs created and retained
  • 91% are following the growth plan they developed in the program
  • 57% average revenue growth for businesses
  • 90% reported being profitable
  • 42% received financing to help grow their business
  • 100% hired from the local community

We know that many of your districts have businesses that could benefit from this program and ask that you consider including information in your upcoming email newsletters. I’ve included suggested text below and an attached graphic.

 

Suggested Newsletter text: Calling all minority- or woman-owned businesses! The third cohort of GLI’s Power to Prosper Minority Business Accelerator is now accepting applications. Learn how to take your business to the next level. Applications are open through February 28, 2023. 

This program is free for participants and open to business owners who:

  • Are minority, woman, LGBTQ+, veteran, or disabled-owned
  • Employ at least one full-time employee, besides the owner(s)
  • Have been in business for at least two years
  • Commit to attend class and complete mandatory assignments and program surveys, as requested

For more information and to apply, CLICK HERE.


MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID TRAINING

MENTAL HEALTH

Mental health first aid is a training program that teaches members of the public how to help a person developing a mental health problem (including a substance misuse problem), experiencing a worsening of an existing mental health problem or in a mental health crisis. Like traditional first aid, mental health first aid does not teach people to treat or diagnose mental health or substance use conditions. Instead, the training teaches people how to offer initial support until appropriate professional help is received or until the crisis resolves

 

IT'S FINALLY HERE!

MHFA - Mental Health First Aid Training is back.

Dates:  Training of Trainers for youth March 7-9, 2023.

It will all be virtual 😯

The trainings are FREE, FREE, FREE

Send your name and contact information to:

ahollingsworth.styc@gmail.com 


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Mayor Greenberg Announces $21 Million in Federal Safe Streets and Roads for All Grants to Rightsize Louisville Streets

Federal Grant, Partnership with Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, Will Drastically Reduce Traffic Fatalities and Serious Injuries, Provide Safety for Drivers, Bicyclist and Pedestrians

LOUISVILLE – Celebrating a federal grant that will save lives, prevent serious injuries and drastically improve safety in neighborhoods, Louisville Mayor Craig Greenberg announced today that Metro Government received $21 Million in Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) funding to implement new, high benefit safety improvements. The funds will be used to “rightsize” 10 important transportation corridors in the city through safe streets, safe speeds, safe vehicles, and safe people.

“This is a game changer for Louisville. It will save lives and prevent serious injuries and that’s one of the best investments we can ever make,” Mayor Greenberg said. “Public safety takes different forms and with this funding families will be able to drive, bike and walk more securely in neighborhoods across Louisville.”

The federal grant announced today totals $21 Million but will be matched by nearly $4 million in local funds, and approximately $1.5 million in state funding, for a total investment of almost $27 million. These were made possible through cooperation with the Kentucky’s Congressional delegation, the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, and the Louisville Metro Council. The SS4A grant program is part of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, which was signed into law by President Biden on November 15, 2021. This is the third multi-million dollar transportation grant Louisville has received from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law in the last year.

The focus of these new funds will be to “rightsize” ten corridors in Louisville, a concept formerly referred to as road reconfiguration or road diets, and which can reduce crashes between 19% and 47%. They will reduce vehicle speeds where, if a crash does occur, it is less likely to result in fatal or serious injury. The rightsizing improvements will change the dynamic of each corridor in ways to reduce dangerous speed, reduce the number of travel lanes pedestrians must cross, create traffic calming improvements and reallocate space for refuge islands, bicycle lanes, on-street parking and transit stops.

Of the ten corridors to be rightsized with funds provided by this grant, six directly impact Underserved Communities as identified by the US Department of Transportation (US DOT) Transportation Disadvantaged Census Tracts. In total, more than 60% of the total project cost will be invested in underserved communities. The traffic corridors which will benefit from this grant include:

  • Wilson Avenue • W. Oak Street • E. Oak Street • Berry Blvd (US 60A) • Crums Lane (KY 2049) • River Road • Zorn Avenue • S. 22nd Street (US 31W) • Southern Parkway • Louis Coleman Jr. Dr.

Rightsizing Louisville For Safe Streets project, implements initial elements of the Vision Zero Louisville, a program developed in partnership with the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet and follows the national of Vison Zero Network, a Safe System approach to eliminating traffic fatalities and severe injuries. Tragically, more than 900 people have died on Louisville's roadways since 2014. Louisville Metro Government’s goal is to eliminate traffic deaths on our streets by 2050.

“This grant is going to save lives and is also a prime example of what we can achieve when we work together,” Mayor Greenberg said. “I want to make sure we’re thanking each of our Federal delegation, Governor Andy Beshear, Kentucky Transportation Secretary Jim Gray and his amazing staff and partners at Palmer Engineering, US Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigeg, former Mayor Greg Fischer, and of course the Metro staff at Public Works. This team and their hard work brought home an amazing win for our city and we owe them our deep gratitude for a job well done.”

Mayor Greenberg also thanked Senator Mitch McConnell for his work on this project. Senator McConnell helped secure this funding by supporting the bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), which established the Safe Streets and Roads for All Grant Program that funds today’s award. He also wrote directly to Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg to advocate for Louisville’s grant application. Senator McConnell led the IIJA to Senate passage two years ago and the President signed the bill into law. That legislation will give Kentucky billions of dollars over five years to improve the Commonwealth’s roads, bridges, railroads, riverports, airports, broadband, and more.

“Kentucky has seen a rise in roadway fatalities over the past couple of years, creating a worrying trend. I’m proud to announce that today’s grant will help our largest city and my hometown deploy commonsense, low-impact safety improvements to reverse that trajectory,” said Senator McConnell. “The bipartisan infrastructure law I supported promises to help cities around the country reduce traffic deaths and I’m glad it’s already deploying resources to Louisville to help our community.”

Congressman Morgan McGarvey expressed what this funding means for Louisville’s future.

“Everyone in Louisville deserves to drive and walk on safe streets,” said Rep. Morgan McGarvey. “I’m grateful to the Department of Transportation for awarding $21 million to improve roadways throughout our community. These investments, which were funded by President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, will make our streets are safer, calmer, and more inclusive and get us closer to our goal of eliminating traffic deaths and injuries. I’m committed to working with my colleagues at the federal, state, and local level to deliver crucial funding for Kentucky’s Third Congressional District.”

Louisville’s regional partners also shared what these funds will mean for the Louisville Metro area.

“The Safe Streets and Roads for All grant is an important opportunity for the KIPDA region to significantly reduce death and serious injuries on our roadways,” said Jarret Haley, Executive Director at KIDPA. “Sixteen difference jurisdictions on both sides of the river, in nine counties both urban and rural, are part of this successful application demonstrating the level of commitment to this critical initiative.”

Design work on these projects will begin this Summer with construction work scheduled to take place starting in 2024 and continuing through 2027.


COMPLETE STREETS


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The Complete Streets Coalition was mandated in 2022 through updates to Louisville's Complete Streets ordinance. The inaugural Complete Streets Coalition is comprised of 15 Jefferson County residents. $500,000 was allocated in Louisville's Fiscal Year 2023 budget for pedestrian safety and traffic calming improvements on Minor Arterials and Local Roads. The funds will be prioritized by the Complete Streets Coalition and constructed by Louisville Metro Public Works & Assets. The primary function of the Complete Streets Coalition is to review a Complete Streets Checklist for publicly funded projects to ensure those projects meet or exceed design guidelines outlined in Louisville's Complete Streets Ordinance & Design Guide.

Please email Nathan.keltch@louisvilleky.gov


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BOWL PATROL

Stay Safe During Winter Weather

 

Avoid carbon monoxide poisoning. Only use generators and grills outdoors and away from windows. Never heat your home with a gas stovetop or oven.

 

  • When driving is necessary, ensure you have emergency supplies of food, water, warm clothing, and a full tank of gas in case you are stuck in traffic or have an accident and must wait several hours for assistance.
  • If possible, travel during the day and do not travel alone. Stay on main roads and do not crowd the snowplows. Let someone know your destination, route, and expected arrival time. 
  • Limit your time outside. If you need to go outside, then wear layers of warm clothing. Watch for signs of frostbite and hypothermia.  For more information, visit the gov winter weather page on frostbite and hypothermia.
  • Have at least a three-days’ supply of non-perishable food and water for your family. Remember to store anything specific to your family’s needs.
  • Even though there is not a forecast for heavy snow, remember to reduce the risk of a heart attack by avoiding overexertion when shoveling snow and walking in the snow.
  • Plan to stay in contact with family, check on neighbors, and listen to local officials.

2023 Winter Yard Waste Schedule

Since the amount of yard waste generated is far less in the winter, the schedule is adjusted for a more efficient collection. This year, from mid-January to mid-March, yard waste will be collected EVERY OTHER WEEK on the opposite week of recycling. Residents do NOT need to make a request for yard waste collection. The Recycle Coach calendar has been adjusted and citizens can view their calendar and set reminders using the app.

During the weeks without yard waste collection, all Louisville residents are invited to drop off yard waste for FREE at the Waste Reduction Center. Yard waste must be bagged and bundled according to curbside collection rules. Accepted material includes leaves, twigs, straw, pine needles, shrubbery trimmings, Christmas trees, and branches and tree trimmings that are less than 2 inches in diameter and less than 4 feet long. Material may be in reusable containers, in paper or compostable bags, or bundled for easy off-loading. (Businesses and unbundled loads will be charged a fee as usual.) 

Waste Reduction Center

636 Meriwether Avenue

Open Tuesday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Saturday, 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Residential yard waste will only be accepted for free during the weeks of January 24, February 7, February 21, and March 7.

Regular weekly yard waste collection will resume the week of March 13. 


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kNOw Waste: Why Proper Disposal of Household Hazardous Waste Matters

Pouring hazardous materials in the drain, flushing them down the toilet, or throwing them in the trash has a negative impact on the environment and can be dangerous. When several products are mixed together, chemical reactions can occur, releasing toxic gases and starting fires. Throwing hazardous waste in the garbage poses health and safety risks to sanitation workers. 

Where SHOULD household hazardous waste go? Our Waste Management District funds a FREE household hazardous waste disposal site for Jefferson County residents called Haz Bin. It is located at 7501 Grade Lane and open year-round Tuesday through Saturday, 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Holidays may affect hours.) Dispose of batteries, lawn/garden chemicals, oil-based paints and varnishes, fluorescent light bulbs, and more! Details at Louisvilleky.gov/HazBin.

Not sure if your items are hazardous? Use the search tool on Louisville's Recycle Coach app to find out!. 


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MAYOR GREENBERG'S CORNER

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Mayor Greenberg Forces Change to Keep Seized Firearms from Returning to Louisville’s Streets


LMPD will Render Guns Inoperative Before they can Harm Again, Attach Warning Labels to Inoperative Guns, Advocate for Legislation to Allow City to Destroy Guns Used in Violent Crimes

 

LOUISVILLE, Ky. – Working within the boundaries of Kentucky law, Mayor Craig Greenberg took action on Thursday to reduce the number of illegal guns on Louisville’s streets through sweeping changes to the way Louisville Metro Police Department (LMPD) handles firearms used in violent crimes.


Mayor Greenberg, himself a victim of gun violence during a workplace shooting in February of 2022, stood with others impacted by gun violence and LMPD Interim Chief Jacquelyn Gwinn-Villaroel to announce guns forfeited to LMPD would be rendered inoperative prior to being turned over to the Kentucky State Police(KSP). State law requires LMPD to surrender the weapons which are placed back into circulation as they are sold in a public auction administered by KSP. Additionally, Louisville Metro will affix warning labels to the firearms alerting potential buyers that the firearm may have been used in a homicide, including taking the life of an innocent child.


Mayor Greenberg also forcefully advocated for passage of a recently filed bill in the Kentucky Legislature by State Representative Keturah Herron, HB 325, which would allow such firearms to be forever disabled, removing Louisville Metro Government and taxpayers from participation in the trade of guns used in crimes.


“This is a simple change and one that will have profound impacts,” Mayor Greenberg said. “When a gun is used in a crime, including homicide, crimes against children, or even against one of our police officers, our justice system spends hundreds of thousands of dollars and untold personnel hours getting that gun off the streets. Forcing Louisville Metro Government to turn it over knowing there is a good chance it ends up back on our streets doesn’t make public safety sense, doesn’t make financial sense, and doesn’t even make common sense. I understand the power of gun violence and if this saves one life it is be worth it.”


Under current state law, firearms LMPD have seized, whether used in a crime, forfeited, or abandoned, must be turned over to the Kentucky State Police. Instead of destroying the weapon, these guns are sold at auction. After sale, some are used to commit crimes a second or even third time. A May, 2021 Louisville Courier-Journal investigation found dozens of guns sold at auction later surfaced in criminal cases with untold others never being identified.


On Thursday Mayor Greenberg delivered a legal memorandum (LINK TO PDF) to Interim-LMPD Chief Jackie Gwinn-Villaroel directing LMPD to follow new procedures prior to transferring it to the Kentucky State Police.


- Prior to transfer, the firearms’ firing pin will be removed by properly trained officers.
- The removed firing pin will remained paired with the weapon, permissible under law.
- Prior to transfer, a warning sticker will be attached to the firearm explaining the firearm may have been used to commit a homicide, including the killing of a child.


“After review this is the current legal limit Louisville Metro Government can approach to reduce the chances that confiscated guns will be used to commit more crimes,” Mayor Greenberg said. “With some simple legislative changes our friends in Frankfort can save lives, save taxpayers money, and reduce the misery gun violence forces on local communities. This is a change I hope they make.”


Leading the effort to change this policy in Frankfort, Rep. Herron filed HB 325 to allow Louisville to permanently destroy forfeited weapons. She believes this new policy needs to be part of Louisville’s greater anti-violence efforts.
“It’s unfortunate we even need this law,” Herron said. “We’re dedicated to utilizing every solution to solve our public safety crisis, we will take a multi-pronged approach including how we handle firearms after they are confiscated, along with intervention and prevention efforts.”


Currently, LMPD has an overwhelming stockpile of firearms which could be turned over to the Kentucky State Police and, after auction, find their way back onto Louisville’s streets. This includes firearms used in homicides, assaults, armed robberies, and any number of gun-related crimes which terrorize Louisville citizens and families.


“LMPD has no interest in spending hundreds of hours investigating a crime only to potentially pick up the same gun twice – or more,” said Interim-LMPD Chief Jacquelyn Gwinn-Villaroel. “When an illegal gun is taken off the street it should stay off the streets. This is a simple fix that can keep our officers and our community safer.”


Krista Gwynn, whose 19-year-old son was murdered in 2019 and whose 19-year-old daughter was seriously injured in a shooting in 2021 also stood with Mayor Greenberg Thursday and spoke forcefully about the needs to end the cycle of guns landing back on Louisville’s streets.


“The decision to disable these guns, many of which have taken someone’s life, is a no-brainer,” Gwynn said. “We must take back our streets by keeping these guns out of the hands of criminals.”

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First Global Louisville Leadership Academy cohort under Mayor Greenberg’s administration starts today

Mayor highlights newly appointed Office for Immigrant Affairs program

LOUISVILLE, KY. (February 20, 2023) – Mayor Craig Greenberg today joined community leaders at the Metro Development Center to celebrate the new Global Louisville Leadership Academy cohort, formerly known as the Louisville Welcome Academy.

The Global Louisville Leadership Academy is a free leadership training program sponsored by Mayor Greenberg’s Office for Immigrant Affairs. The mission is to build the knowledge and networks of foreign-born leaders to increase their capacity and become key stakeholders to empower and assist their communities.

“Our Office for Immigrant Affairs recognizes the importance of our immigrant and refugee communities in Louisville," said Mayor Craig Greenberg. "The Global Louisville Leadership Academy brings together leaders from these diverse communities to collaborate with the city, and each other, to help make Louisville stronger more inclusive."

This year’s cohort of 26 participants is highly diverse and represents the multiculturalism of the Louisville community including 13 nationalities and 23 languages – all with one common mission to make Louisville a more inclusive and welcoming city for everyone. 

"The Global Louisville Leadership Academy is a unique opportunity for immigrant leaders to learn about how city government works and become connectors between Metro agencies and their communities. Participants become key stakeholders for the Office for Immigrant Affairs in our mission to build a more welcoming culture for everyone.” said Office for Immigrant Affairs Director, Amos Izerimana. 

This year’s participants are:  

  1. Erica Joseph, Catholic Charities (Haiti)
  2. Zak DuGla, Zilani Group (India)
  3. Larry Rosa, UPS (United States)
  4. Annalisa Roberson, TARC (Italy)
  5. Eh Nay Thaw, Catholic Charities (Burma)
  6. Halima Ali, Student (Kenya)
  7. Benjamin Tangang, Student (Cameroon)
  8. Selma Jacinto Domingos, Business Owner (Angola)
  9. Paul Morris, Humana (United States)
  10. Rachael Hurt, Refuge International (United States)
  11. Jacques Kibabure, JCPS Newcomer Academy (Democratic Republic of Congo)
  12. Senthil Mangan, Humana (India)
  13. Eva Melissa Astudillo Sotelo, La Casita Center (Mexico)
  14. Alphonse Nikiza, Self-employed (Burundi)
  15. Yvette Umuhoza, Unemployed (Rwanda)
  16. Myles Mugisha, Amazon (Democratic Republic of Congo)
  17. Lecresha Sewell, Melanated Healthcare (United States)
  18. Abibola Tabu Angel, Unemployed (Democratic Republic of Congo)
  19. Pensy Mawi, Catholic Charities (Burma)
  20. Maria Valentina Cruz, KCTCS (Mexico)
  21. Ahmed Farah, LFPL (Somalia)
  22. Guillermo Sollano, Greater Art Solutions (United States)
  23. Muthanna Almagsoosi, Amazon (Iraq)
  24. Milenia Hernandez, excel Services (Nicaragua)

 

About the Office for Immigrant Affairs

The Louisville community has seen unprecedented growth in its immigrant population in recent years, and the Mayor’s Office for Immigrant Affairs is implementing new strategies to engage the international population. This office is dedicated to helping Louisville compete in an international and multicultural world that will help its citizens and businesses engage in civic, cultural, and professional communities. The three-pronged mission of the office is:

  • To assist new Americans to our city to achieve self-sufficiency and success.
  • To enhance and encourage multi-culturalism in our city.
  • To engage in economic development through global economic outreach.

For more information about the Office for Immigrant Affairs, please visit:

https://louisvilleky.gov/government/globalization/about-office-immigrant-affairs


Mayor Greenberg kicks off SummerWorks sign-up season
Louisville youth 16-21 can now register online for help getting a summer job

 

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (February 17, 2022) - Today, Mayor Craig Greenberg joined other community leaders at Louisville Metro Hall to announce SummerWorks registration for the 2023 season is now open.

“I’m excited to announce the start of my first SummerWorks season since becoming Mayor. This program has brought a ton of value to our city over its 12 seasons and I’m looking forward to finding ways to expand it and maximize its potential for our youth and employers,” Greenberg said. “There is also a public safety element to this. When a young person is gaining skills, making connections, and can see genuine opportunity in their future, there’s less of a chance they’re going to drift down the wrong path in life.”

William Carr, who participated in SummerWorks last season at Louisville ECHO, said that the program helped him build confidence. “SummerWorks made me realize the importance of discipline and networking,” said Carr, who was part of the SummerWorks team that constructed the new hiking trail at Shawnee Park in 2022.

All Louisville youth who are between the ages of 16-21 (as of June 1) are eligible to enroll in SummerWorks. Once youth register online they can create or upload a resume, get soft skills training, and apply to job opportunities geared toward them. Youth applicants who face barriers and come from disadvantaged backgrounds are prioritized in the job matching process.

SummerWorks partners with many of the city’s largest private sector employers, including UPS, GE Appliances, Humana, Kentucky Kingdom, and Kroger. Small and medium sized businesses, as well as nonprofits and public agencies, also hire through SummerWorks. In recent years, SummerWorks has also expanded its partnerships with Louisville’s major education institutions, including Jefferson County Public Schools and the University of Louisville.

SummerWorks has directly placed nearly 8,000 youth in summer jobs since it began in 2011. The program’s core operating funds are approved by the Louisville Metro Council. Private donations sponsor jobs for youth in greatest need of the opportunity. Those contributors include the James Graham Brown Foundation, the Diaz Family Foundation, JPMorgan Chase, the Jewish Heritage Fund, the Ginkgo Fund, and others.

SummerWorks is operated by YouthBuild Louisville in partnership with KentuckianaWorks, the Louisville Region’s Workforce Development Board. To learn more about SummerWorks and how to get involved as a participant, employer, or supporter, visit www.summerworks.org.


EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

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Below please find MSD's recently posted positions. For position descriptions, pay information, and to apply please visit our website: http://www.louisvillemsd.org/Careers

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AFFORDABLE VETERINARY CLINIC

The Kentucky Humane Society have a new mobile veterinary clinic offer low-cost vaccinations and other services. This is a convenient and low cost way to have your pets taken care of. Here's the link for more info about the CARE-a-van: https://www.kyhumane.org/services/khs-care-a-van/          


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March 10 – May 21, 2023;  Thursdays – Sundays*
* Open nightly April 3 – 7 for spring break

The fun starts at 6:30 p.m.
Advance online ticket required.
This is an outdoor event. 

Experience Wild Lights: Around the World – with NEW lanterns at the Louisville Zoo!

Our popular lantern festival is back in a WHOLE NEW WAY! Experience unique locations from around the world as you stroll through the Zoo under the light of enormous, handcrafted, silk-covered lanterns. Don’t miss the thrilling sights of the region’s largest lantern festival with thousands of lanterns aglow with more than 50,000 LED light bulbs.

Dramatic archways illuminate the way on a magical journey encompassing the famous landmarks, flora and fauna of six continents. From the Leaning Tower of Pisa to the Sydney Opera House, to the Hall of Supreme Harmony and the Great Sphinx of Giza, displays celebrating these breathtaking global sites will amaze guests of all ages. Feast your eyes on dramatic cultural displays celebrating the rich heritage and craftsmanship of lantern artisans. Engage with interactive, animated and color-changing displays. Commemorate your visit with awe-inspiring photos at our stunning photo opportunity locations. Kids (and kids at heart) can become part of the magic while swaying on our glowing moonlight swings or exploring the panda game station! The wonder of Wild Lights is sure to create glowing smiles and bright, everlasting memories.


LOUISVILLE FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY

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Louisville Free Public Library now offers online tutoring service for students, free with a library card

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (August 11, 2022) It’s back to school season and the Louisville Free Public Library is excited to announce another free resource to help students in our community succeed! Brainfuse HelpNow is an online tutoring service offering access to virtual one-on-one tutoring in a range of subjects for K-12 students seven days a week. Students can chat with tutors in real-time (2-11 p.m.), get help with math problems, have papers reviewed using Brainfuse’s Writing Lab, discuss practice test results, and more. HelpNow even offers live FAFSA help and online practice tests.

 

Brainfuse employs more than 3,000 tutors—most are retired teachers or graduate students and all have a minimum of a 4-year degree (97% have masters degrees). To access HelpNow, simply visit LFPL.org/HomeworkHelpNow.

 

Need access to a computer or internet? Stop by any of our 17 area library locations today.

HelpNow and all of the Library’s Homework Help resources are free with a valid library card. To learn more, click on Homework Help on the teens or kids pages of LFPL.org. For more information, call (502) 574-1611.


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The Louisville Asset Building Coalition’s Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program, or VITA, provides trained, IRS-certified volunteers who offer free tax services at 11 sites across the city. VITA is available to individuals and families who earned less than $66,000 in 2022.

VITA volunteers will also help determine if residents are eligible for the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC), a refundable federal tax credit for low- and middle-income working individuals and families. Eligibility for the EITC is based on income, the number of family members and other criteria, such as the age of household members. Working families who earn up to $57,400 may be eligible, and the average credit last year was $2,800.

The VITA free tax preparation sites are located at:

  • Americana Community Center, 4801 Southside Drive
  • Edison Center, 701 W Ormsby Ave., Ste 201
  • Goodwill Resource Center, 909 E. Broadway
  • Louisville Urban League, 1535 W. Broadway
  • Oldham County LaGrange Library, 308 Yager, LaGrange
  • Portland Promise Center, 1831 Baird St.
  • NABA/Shively City Hall, 3920 Dixie Highway
  • Vincent de Paul Family Success Center, 1029 S Preston Hwy.
  • Sun Valley Community Center, 6505 Bethany Lane
  • United Crescent Hill Ministries, 150 State St.
  • Wesley House Community Services, 5114 Preston Hwy.

To schedule an appointment for in-person tax assistance, call 502-305-0005 or click HERE

 


LARGE ITEM PICKUP

Appointment System still phasing in!

Large Item Pickup by appointment is being phased into the entire Urban Services District. Once appointments are available for your address, you will be able to quickly get rid of up to four large items, once per week, by simply making an appointment on the Metro311 app or website. This means more opportunities to dispose of large items, less "junk" sitting out for weeks, and improved neighborhood cleanliness!

Most residents are scheduling their appointments with ease and following the guidelines. We appreciate everyone's patience as we phase in the new appointment system to all areas.

Top 5 mistakes we've seen so far:

  1. Resident set out items that were not listed on the confirmation email. If you describe an item that is unaccepted, you'll receive a separate email letting you know that one or more of your items is not allowed. Your confirmation email will only list the items from your request that are acceptable. Please note: Bags/boxes of small items are NOT accepted.
  2. Resident broke an item into small pieces. If an item is in many small pieces, it is no longer a large item and should be placed in your garbage cart! Keep your items as intact as possible so they can be easily collected with no litter or debris left behind.
  3. Resident made an appointment for an address other than their own. Doing this can hinder our education process. If you see a pile of debris in front of or behind someone's property, please report this as a violation rather than making an appointment on their behalf. This is especially an issue when the pile includes unacceptable material. Report to Metro311 under "Trash Complaints and Violations" and "Waste Violation."
  4. Items are blocked by a vehicle. Collection crews use heavy equipment to collect the items and they are unable to maneuver around parked vehicles. All items should be clear of other objects and should never block sidewalks or streets.
  5. Resident didn't include a description of the item. If your item is not listed in the dropdown list or if the choice is vague (e.g., Furniture item), please include a description so our collection crews know what to expect to find. 

 

 

Example: These items would not be able to be collected because they are behind parked cars. Our staff will attempt to make contact, but if the items are not able to be collected, the resident will need to remove the items and schedule another appointment..


Example: This pile contains more than 4 items and some material is unacceptable. Only the items listed on the confirmation would be collected. A notice would be placed on their door explaining the problem. Solid Waste Enforcement would also be informed so an enforcement case can be created. It is the resident's responsibility to remove the items, schedule more appointments, and dispose of unaccepted material on their own. 


All areas are eligible to make appointments after their last "junk" set out weekend. The areas that had setout dates Oct 21-23, Nov 4-6, Nov 11-13, Dec 2-4, Dec 9-11, Dec 16-18, Jan 6-8, and Jan 20-22 are currently able to make appointments. Area I will be able to make appointments beginning Feb 6. Area J may set out large items Feb 3-5 and will be able to make appointments beginning Feb 13. Find your final setout weekend at Louisvilleky.gov by clicking "Address Lookup." When your address is on the appointment system, you can make an appointment up to once per week for up to 4 large items to be picked up. Households and property owners will receive a letter and info card in the mail. 

If you'd like a representative to attend a community meeting and share about this program or other waste-related topics, contact the Solid Waste Education Department

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REQUEST A SMOKE ALARM THROUGH METRO 311

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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.


KENTUCKY HARM REDUCTION

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Syringe Service Program, Naloxone & Overdose Reversal Training

Redeemer Lutheran Church 
3640 River Park Drive
Louisville, KY 40211
Mondays
11:00-2:00 p.m.
Portland Family Health Center
2215 Portland Avenue
Louisville, KY 40212
Fridays
1:00-4:00 p.m.
Please contact Erica Williams at 537-6061

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Two important life-saving tools: Narcan and Fentanyl test strips

 

Narcan is a medication that can reverse an opioid overdose.

Fentanyl is a powerful synthetic opioid. A fatal dose is small enough to fit on the tip of a pencil. It continues to flood the United States and lead to record numbers of overdose deaths. Fentanyl isn’t found only in drugs people inject. Illegal drug manufacturers make fake prescription pills laced with fentanyl. In fact, in 2022 the United States Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) reported that 6 out of 10 fake pills they seized contained fentanyl.

Young people today can be curious to experiment and can get drugs almost anywhere — online, from friends, and on the streets. Because fentanyl is so strong, an overdose can happen within moments of ingestion. Make sure your kids know what and how common fentanyl is and what to do if they witness an overdose. Dropthefbomb.com is an online resource for parents and others. It provides basic education about fentanyl, ideas for how to talk to your kids, as well as how to use Narcan.

Narcan and fentanyl test strips are two important tools that can help save someone from overdosing.

Fentanyl test strips (pictured here) are small strips of paper that can be used to detect fentanyl in different types of drugs including pills, powders and injectables. 

A small amount of a drug is dissolved in water and the test strip dipped in it. The strips are highly sensitive and can provide a result within 5 minutes. Anyone interested in obtaining free fentanyl test strips can get them from any of our harm reduction locations or can email loumetrohealth@louisvilleky.gov for more information.

Narcan is a medication that can reverse an opioid overdose. It’s safe, legal, and available as an easy-to-use nasal spray. Administering it right away can save a life. Anyone can obtain a free Narcan kit by visiting any of our harm reduction locations or the Louisville Metro Department of Public Health and Wellness, 400 E. Gray St., Monday through Friday, 8am – 5 pm.


COMMUNITY RESOURCES

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Community Action Kentucky (CAP) - (Office Locations) Services include various educational courses and Job Readiness Financial Literacy courses.

KentuckianaWorks Services include high-demand job training, one-on-one career counseling, career development workshops, career search resources, access to computers, phones and faxes for job searches.

Kentucky Career Center The Kentucky Career Center offers information on unemployment benefits & claims as well as many services for job seekers.

Louisville Urban League Assists clients, primarily African Americans and individuals of low to moderate income, prepare for and find employment.  Services include counseling & placement services, training & development, pre-screening & referral services and outreach programs.

Kentucky Department of Veterans Affairs    This site includes information about education and training benefits available to veterans through the Department of Veterans Affairs.

Veterans Express   Kentucky Career Center offices have Local Veterans Employment representatives and Disabled Veteran outreach specialists to assist veterans with their employment and training needs.

Center for Accessible Living (CAL)   CAL offers training on disability issues and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), ADA compliance, building and product accessibility, reasonable accommodation certification, American Sign Language interpreters, recruitment, career development, a Job Hunt Club and much more. (See all services)

Goodwill Industries of Kentucky   Goodwill provides jobs, job training, and employment counseling for people who face barriers to finding and keeping a job, including people with disabilities, recipients of public assistance, and people with limited education or work history.

Job Corps Job Corps is a free education and training program that helps young people learn a career, earn a high school diploma or GED, and find and keep a good job. For eligible youth at least 16 years of age.  For more information, call (800) 733-JOBS where an operator will refer you to the admissions counselor closest to where you live, and mail you an information packet.

Kentucky Office for the Blind   Services include: braille instruction, orientation and mobility, assistive technology, adult education, career development, life skills, personal development

Kentucky Office of Vocational Rehabilitation   Programs and services offered include counseling & guidance, vocational & other training services, interpreter & note taking services, rehabilitation technology, job placement and supported employment.


I LOVE SERVING Chickasaw, Shawnee, Portland and Russell Neighborhoods

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Office of Councilwoman Donna Purvis
Louisville Metro Council | District 5
601 West Jefferson Street  Louisville, Kentucky 40202


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