District 7 E-Newsletter

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Paula McCraney

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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In this Issue



Message From McCraney

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Hello neighbors and friends,

I'm dropping in to check on each of you after the historic windstorm caused widespread damage throughout Jefferson County on Friday. How are you doing?

I drove around the district to assess the damage and, to my surprise, found quite a few devastated areas (see pictures below). I am grateful, however, to the hardworking Louisville Metro Government men and women of Public Works and the Emergency Management Services and others, as well as LG&E, for working tirelessly to clear the roadways, clean up debris, and get electricity restored. I also appreciate Mayor Greenberg for keeping us informed about what he and his staff are doing to keep us safe.

Please read through the information below provided by the mayor about the storm and relief efforts. As I often tell myself when life throws me a curveball - This, too, shall pass.

Be safe and patient. Our resilient city will bounce back. Soon.

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Meet Jonathan and Tim, two of District 7's Good Samaritans!!!

I caught them in the act of cutting and hauling off debris on Saturday.

WE APPRECIATE AND THANK YOU!!



Storm Update from Mayor Greenberg

LG&E 

LG&E reports it has made significant progress – out of 145,000 customers who have been impacted in the LG&E area, 72,000 customers have had their power restored.

Around 1,500 line technicians and support staff from utility companies in the surrounding states have arrived in Louisville and are assisting with the massive, all-hands-on-deck, multi-day restoration event. This weather event is the 3rd most significant in the past 20 years ranking behind the 2009 ice storm and the 2008 wind storm.

Safety is LG&E’s top priority and the company reminds residents to stay away from downed power lines and always assume downed lines are energized. Estimated restoration times are starting to become available for customers who remain without power. Access LG&E’s Outage Map at  https://stormcenter.lge-ku.com/

“I want to thank our customers for their continued patience. This is the third largest storm that we’ve experienced in the last 20 years and our crews are working as safely and quickly as possible to restore service to each of our customers,” said Lonnie Bellar, LG&E and KU Chief Operating Officer. “While we have made significant progress in this restoration effort, the tedious part is still ahead of us. Please watch the outage map on our website or the mobile app for the latest updates. Most importantly, please remain safe and stay away from downed lines.”

Debris Drop-Off Sites

Louisville Metro Public Works will open seven debris drop-off sites for Jefferson County residents to drop off storm debris for free. This includes all tree debris and bulky waste from storm damage. All tree debris will be composted and must be separated from bulky waste for easy off-loading at each site. Residents will be asked to provide their name and address at the drop-off sites. 

Beginning today, March 6, 2023, the following drop-off sites will operate Monday-Saturday, 8 a.m. – 7 p.m.:

  • Shawnee Park, 4501 W. Broadway
  • Public Works Yard, 10500 Lower River Road (enter from Bethany Lane)
  • Near Fairdale Elementary, 10618 W. Manslick Road
  • Fern Creek Park, 8703 Ferndale Road
  • Smith Creek Compost Facility, 13312 Aiken Road
  • Public Works Yard, 595 N. Hubbards Lane
  • Waste Reduction Center, 636 Meriwether Avenue

Household hazardous waste will not be accepted. Contractors and businesses who are hauling debris are invited to use the Waste Reduction Center for the usual fee. Visit Louisvilleky.gov/WRC for details.

Yard Waste

Yard waste will be collected this week in addition to recycling and garbage in the Urban Services District. All yard waste set out for curbside collection must follow the regular guidelines: limbs must be less than 4 feet long and less than 2 inches in diameter. All material must be in a container or paper bag or tied into bundles weighing less than 60 lbs. Visit Louisvilleky.gov/YardWaste for more information.

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Residents should call 311 with their questions about city services. As of 2 p.m. on Saturday, 311 received more than 700 calls over the past two days.

Dare to Care

To ensure areas hit hardest by the windstorm have adequate food available, Dare to Care will disburse its mobile pantry offering fresh produce and shelf stable foods on Monday, March 6 and Tuesday, March 7 to assist areas in need.

Mobile pantries will be set up at the following locations:

  • Catholic Enrichment Center, 3146 W. Broadway, 10 a.m. – noon
  • Newburg Community Center, 4810 Exeter Avenue, 1 p.m. – 3 p.m.
  • Stephen’s Baptist Church, 1015 South 18th Street, 5 p.m. – 7 p.m.

On Tuesday, March 7, Dare to Care will fortify its two currently scheduled mobile pantries. These are:

  • Portland PACT, 2500 Portland Avenue, 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
  • Holy Name Catholic Church, 2933 South Fourth Street, 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.

“The major power outages being experienced in our community due to Friday’s windstorms have created food hardship for thousands of our neighbors and we are working to address this hardship as the situation continues to develop and we learn more about what is needed,” said Vincent James, President and CEO of Dare to Care. “We are committed to supporting our neighbors who are struggling during this difficult time. The situation is fluid and further plans will be developed. We encourage anyone in need of food to visit a site nearest them.”

Dare to Care, too, has experienced disruptions that impact response, from power outages to food supply chain issues. The team is working with its donors, vendors, nonprofit partners, and sister food banks throughout the country, to resource a proper response. Already, Dare to Care has arranged for special produce shipments this week from its Indianapolis sister food bank, Gleaners of Indiana, to support efforts. Dare to Care also has frozen meals that will go to open after school programs including Boys and Girls Clubs, YMCAs and community centers.

Follow Dare to Care on social media to stay updated on the latest developments or view its disaster response page at daretocare.org.

Louisville Fire Department

The Louisville Fire Department reminds residents to take safety precautions when power is being restored to their homes and businesses. Make sure electrical stove, stove top elements, ovens, and small appliances are turned off and unplugged to prevent fires when electric is restored. Residents without power, should use flashlights instead of candles. Remember to keep generators 20 feet away from the home with the exhaust fumes pointing away from the home. Per an Air Pollution Control District ordinance, debris burning is not allowed within the county.

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Council Meeting Recap

Metro Council

The Louisville Metro Council held its regularly scheduled Council meeting on Thursday, March 2nd. Here are some of the highlights from the meeting.

Special Recognitions and Proclamations

  • Councilman Baker, along with Councilwoman McCraney, the two Black Greek-lettered members of a fraternity and sorority on Metro Council, recognized, on behalf of Metro Council, the National Pan-Hellenic Council, the governing body of the nine historically African American fraternities and sororities, also known as the Divine Nine.
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Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority

Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity

Omega Psi Phi Fraternity

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority

Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity

Zeta Phi Beta Sorority

Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority

Iota Phi Theta Fraternity

Question: Can you guess which sorority Councilwoman McCraney belongs to? What gives it away? 

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  • President Winkler recognized Le’Roy Ford, Public Works Equipment Operator, for his heroic actions during a snowstorm late last year.
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Above: Councilman Baker, Le’Roy Ford and President Winkler

Consent Calendar – all items were passed unanimously.

Old Business (Select)

  • Item 26: O-321-22: The Council approved an ordinance amending LMCO Chapter 39 to require organizations receiving incentives, benefits, or contracts with Metro to report instances of workplace sexual harassment and prohibiting those organizations from entering into non-disclosure agreements.
  • Item 27: R-010-23: The Council approved a resolution of the Louisville Metro Council amending the Metro Council employee handbook to update the Metro Council social media policy.
  • Item 28: O-030-23: The Council approved an ordinance amending the ARP funding.

The next regularly scheduled Metro Council meeting will be held on Thursday, March 16th at 6pm.

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.

To watch the Council meeting and access the agenda and related attachments, click here.



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TURN AROUND! DON'T DROWN!

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Public Works Crews placing barricades at an intersection due to flooding.

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From the National Weather Service

Each year, more deaths occur due to flooding than from any other thunderstorm related hazard. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report that over half of all flood-related drownings occur when a vehicle is driven into hazardous flood water. The next highest percentage of flood-related deaths is due to walking into or near flood waters. People underestimate the force and power of water. Many of the deaths occur in cars swept downstream. Many of these drownings are preventable. Never drive around the barriers blocking a flooded road. The road may have collapsed under that water.  A mere 6 inches of fast-moving flood water can knock over an adult. It takes just 12 inches of rushing water to carry away most cars and just 2 feet of rushing water can carry away SUVs and trucks. It is NEVER safe to drive or walk into flood waters.

For additional flood safety tips visit: https://www.ready.gov/alerts

Sign up for weather alerts: https://louisvilleky.gov/government/emergency-services/lensalert-smart911



Notice of Neighborhood Meeting

Neighborhood meeting

PROJECT ADDRESS: 7302 Brownsboro Rd.
CASE#: 23-MSUB-0001

Brownsboro Devco, LLC., is applying for a Subdivision Plan to allow construction of single-family residences. In accordance with the procedures of Louisville Metro Planning and Design Services, we have been directed to invite you to discuss this proposal before the full application can be filed. This will be an informal meeting to give you the opportunity to review the proposed plan and discuss this proposed project with the developer and the project engineer. This meeting will be held in addition to the established public meeting procedures of the Planning Commission and/or the Board of Zoning Adjustment.

The meeting to discuss this Rezoning request will be held on:
DATE/TIME: Monday, March 13, 2023 - 6-7pm
LOCATION: Springdale Presbyterian Church, 7812 Brownsboro Rd., Louisville, KY 40241
DIRECTIONS: Park in small parking lot and enter door at “Fellowship Hall”

Click here for more information.

Please Attend!



Notice of Public Hearings

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SUBJECT PROPERTY: 9801 Whipps Mill Rd.
CASE #: 22-DDP-0142
CASE MANAGER: Julia Williams

Meeting Type: DEVELOPMENT REVIEW COMMITTEE
Meeting Date: WEDNESDAY, MARCH 15, 2023
Time: Meeting will begin at 1:00 PM and continue until all cases are heard
Location: 514 W. Liberty St., 40202

Public Hearing

SUBJECT PROPERTY: 400 Bullitt Ln.
CASE #: 22-VARIANCE-0166
CASE MANAGER: John Michael Lawler

Meeting Type: BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS
Meeting Date: MONDAY, MARCH 20, 2023
Time: Meeting will begin at 1:00 PM and continue until all cases are heard
Location: 514 W. Liberty St., 40202

400 Bullitt Lane

TO WATCH ZONING MEETINGS | ACCESS AGENDAS

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:
• Meeting agenda and staff report
• More information on zoning processes
• Public comment opportunities
• Visit https://louisville.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx for meeting agenda and staff report



District 7 Building Permit Applications

Building permits

Building Permit Applications From 2/24/2023 to 3/2/2023:

Permit ID Ap Type Address Contact Name Submit Date Total
Sq Ft
Est Cost
COM-ALT-23-00117 Commercial Alteration 7900 Shelbyville Rd. Greta Antonetz 02/24/2023 n/a 0
COM-ALT-23-00132 Commercial Alteration 812 Lyndon Ln. Miranda Construction 03/01/2023 1280 120000
RES-ALT-23-00248 Residential Alteration 7207 Shefford Ln. Weber Development 03/02/2023 375 61000
RES-ALT-23-00242 Residential Alteration 2405 Marymount Ct. Bego Campbell R 03/02/2023 n/a 21000

 



Zoning Requests and Waivers

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New Applications:

23-CFR-0008 - Robinson Park
Project Location: 
827 Lyndon Ln.
Project Description: 
A Community Facility Review to construct a parking lot for Robinson Park on 2.53 acres in the R-4 zoning.

23-ZONE-0009 - Social & Pickle
Project Location: 
8100 Lyndon Park Ln.
Project Description: 
A change in zoning from C-N to C-2 on 3.789 acres for mixed uses: recreation, hospitality, micro-distillery.

22-DDP-0141 - Paul's Fruit Market
Project Location: 
4966 US Hwy. 42
Project Description: 
A revised district development plan to enclose the existing drive thru and expand outdoor display area on 1.19 acres in the C1 zoning district.

22-DDP-0142 - Roe's Outdoor Services
Project Location: 
9801 Whipps Mill Rd.
Project Description: 
A revised district development plan to allow a contractor's shop on 1.3 acres in the C-2 Zoning district.



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Severe Weather Awareness Week

Severe Weather

Mayor Craig Greenberg has announced Severe Weather Awareness Week in Louisville will be March 1-7. Homes and businesses alike should have and monitor weather alert radios, which transmit NWS severe weather watches and warnings automatically, 24 hours a day.

Severe weather can strike during any month at any time, from the tornadoes of April 3, 1974, to the flash flood emergency of August 4, 2009, to the hailstorm on June 27, 2012. Become more weather prepared by having a severe weather plan before the next storm arrives. 

Louisville Metro Emergency Services encourages all residents to sign up for LENSAlert to receive notifications of severe weather events and other emergencies. Individuals can receive alerts via phone call, email, push notifications, and/or text. Multiple addresses can be monitored to allow someone to monitor their home address, school address or work address. LENSAlert is connected to Smart911 – a lifesaving service.

There are three ways to sign up for LENSAlert:
Visit https://www.smart911.com/smart911/ref/reg.action?pa=JeffersonCountyKYEMA
Download the Smart911 app: https://safety.smart911.com/smart911app
Text “LENSAlert” to 67283 to start receiving emergency notifications.

Throughout Severe Weather Awareness Week, Louisville Metro Emergency Services and the NWS will share safety tips on weather hazards ranging from tornadoes and lightning, to hail, wind and floods. Click here for more information.


Kentucky's 3rd District Contacts

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National Consumer Protection Week

NCPW

National Consumer Protection Week is March 5-11. NCPW is a time when government agencies, consumer protection groups, and other organizations work together to share information about consumer rights and help people learn to spot, report, and avoid scams. Visit www.consumer.ftc.gov to learn more.


Grant Funding for Small Restaurants

Historic Restaurants

Together with American Express, the National Trust is once again launching the Backing Historic Small Restaurants Grant Program to help restaurants address critical needs amid ongoing economic challenges. Nominate your favorite cozy cafe, delicious dive, or other restaurant that you love that contributes to your neighborhood’s unique history and identity. The deadline for nominations is March 12th.


Prevent Food Poisoning

Dining out

With so many special occasions on the horizon that involve good eating - fish fries, St. Patrick's Day, Easter and Derby - choose a restaurant that keeps food safety on the menu. Feast your eyes on these tips to protect yourself from food poisoning while eating out.

  • Check inspection scores. Check inspection grade and score history or ask for a copy of the report. You can also check a restaurant’s score on this automated tool.
  • Look for certificates that show kitchen managers have completed food safety training. Proper food safety training can help improve practices that reduce the chance of spreading foodborne germs and illnesses.
  • Look for safe food-handling practices. Sick food workers can spread their illness to customers. If you can see food being prepared, check to make sure workers are using gloves or utensils to handle foods that will not be cooked further, such as deli meats and salad greens.
  • Order food that’s properly cooked. Certain foods need to be cooked to a temperature high enough to kill harmful germs. This includes meat; seafood; chicken, turkey, or other poultry; and eggs. If a restaurant serves you undercooked meat, poultry, seafood, or eggs, send it back to be cooked until it is safe to eat.
  • Avoid lukewarm food. Cold food should be served cold, and hot food should be served hot. If you’re selecting food from a buffet or salad bar, make sure the hot food is steaming and the cold food is chilled. Germs that cause food poisoning grow quickly when food is in the danger zone, between 41°F and 135°F.
  • Ask your server if they use pasteurized eggs in foods such as Caesar salad dressing, custards, tiramisu, and hollandaise sauce. Raw or undercooked eggs can make you sick unless they’re pasteurized to kill germs.
  • Refrigerate your leftovers quickly. Refrigerate leftovers within two hours of when the food was prepared (or 1 hour if the food is exposed to temperatures above 90°F, like a hot car or picnic). Eat leftovers within three to four days. Throw them out after that time.
  • Be informed about raw or undercooked foods. For foods that are served raw or undercooked, consumers must be told of the risk by way of a disclosure and an advisory (asterisk by the food item and written statement on the menu, placard, table tent or other form of written public display). For example: "Advisory: Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness."

There are an estimated 48 million cases of foodborne illness annually in the U.S.  Learn more about foodborne illnesses and the symptoms at this food safety program website.


Protect Yourself Against Measles

Measles

Kentucky Department for Public Health recently reported a confirmed case of measles in a resident of Jessamine County. The individual had recently returned from international travel and was not vaccinated against measles. They attended a Christian revival at Asbury University on February 18th. It has been reported that large numbers of people attended the event.

There are currently no confirmed cases of measles in Jefferson County. The last confirmed case of measles in Jefferson County was prior to the year 2000.

Measles can be serious but can be prevented through vaccination.  It is extremely contagious and can result in severe illness, especially in babies and young children. It is spread through the air in respiratory droplets when an infected person coughs or sneezes. The virus can stay in the air for up to two hours after an infected person has left the area. A person can become infected simply by being in a room recently occupied by an person with measles.

Jefferson County residents who are unvaccinated and went to Asbury University’s revival on February 18th are encouraged to:

  • Watch for symptoms. Typically, they occur an average of 7-14 days after exposure but may take up to 21 days. Common symptoms include fever, cough, runny nose, red, watery eyes and rash.
  • If you attended the event and develop symptoms, please see a healthcare provider immediately. Call ahead before visiting a healthcare facility to let them know you think you have measles. Wear a mask to the appointment.

If you were not at Asbury University over the weekend but believe you may be at a higher risk of catching measles, make sure you are up to date on your vaccinations, wear a mask in large gatherings, and practice good hand hygiene to prevent illness.

According to the latest vaccination report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Kentucky kindergartners are ranked among the lowest in the nation for measles vaccine coverage. It’s important to ensure children are vaccinated with the MMR vaccine to prevent measles outbreaks and illnesses.

The two-dose vaccine is safe and effective. The vaccine is 93% effective against measles after one dose and 97% effective after two doses. 

If you or your child need the MMR vaccine, contact your healthcare provider or make an appointment with the Department of Public Health and Wellness immunization clinic by calling 502-574-5380.

If you aren’t sure if you or your child has been vaccinated against measles, you can request vaccination records from the Kentucky Immunization Registry online, by calling 1-502-564-0038 or by emailing KYIRHelpdesk@ky.gov.


Be Heart Smart!

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UPCOMING EVENTS

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Book Sale

Book Sale

Mind-Body Wellness

Mind Body

The Louisville Free Public Library has partnered with Mental Health Lou to offer a Mind-Body Wellness series at Northeast Regional Library every Tuesday in March at 12:30pm. Each workshop in the series addresses a different topic: Discovering the Mind-Body Connection; Movement for Mental Health; Practical Mindfulness for Stress Management; and Taking Charge of Your Wellbeing. The Mind-Body Wellness series is FREE for adults. Go to LFPL.org/MentalHealthLou for more information.


Home, Garden and Remodeling Show

Home and Garden

The Louisville Home, Garden & Remodeling Show will be held March 10-12 at the Kentucky Exposition Center, 937 Phillips Ln. This weekend event features a variety of exhibitors and professionals ranging from construction and renovation to garden and landscape and everything in between. Children 12 and under are FREE, with FREE entry for seniors 65 or older on March 10th, and military personnel, veterans, police, fire, and first responders on March 12th. Click here for tickets and more information.


Family Fun Nights

Family Fun Nights

Where to See Thunder Over Louisville

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Thunderblast

Skip the crowds at Kentucky Science Center’s ThunderBlast, their largest annual family-friendly event during Thunder Over Louisville on Saturday, April 22nd. With some of the best views in town for airplanes and fireworks plus fun-filled activities to keep the kids entertained, exclusive food trucks, clean indoor bathrooms, and exciting happenings inside and out, you and the family are guaranteed to have a BLAST! Tickets are now on sale.


Thunder Lynn Stadium

Lynn Family Stadium and its parking lots will open for Thunder at Lynn Family Stadium, an official Kentucky Derby Festival event, on Saturday, April 22nd, culminating with a picturesque view of one of the nation’s largest fireworks displays. And there’s no hurry to beat the traffic after the show with Louisville’s pro soccer teams set to feature on the stadium’s video board past midnight. Tickets and parking are on sale now. 


Belle

With your ticket to the Belle of Louisville’s Thunder Over Louisville Dockside Event on Saturday, April 22nd, you’ll be treated to front row seats at the amazing airshow and the fantastic fireworks display with official Thunder sound! Tickets include a delicious BBQ meal from City Barbeque and exclusive admission to the historic vessel with come-and-go access from 3pm-10pm. Click here for more information.



JUST FOR FUN

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WHM Trivia

Test Your Knowledge of Women's History!

Answers are at the bottom of this newsletter.

  1. What leading suffragist was arrested and convicted of attempting to vote in the 1872 election?
  2. Who was the first Chinese American woman ever elected to hold a statewide office in the United States?
  3. What journalist traveled around the world in 72 days in 1890?
  4. What woman was turned down by 29 medical schools before being accepted as a student, graduated at the head of her class, and became the first licensed woman doctor in the U.S.?
  5. What former slave was a powerful speaker for the rights of women and Black people?


Below is News that is Featured Each Week:

Weekly News
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To read about the most recent VA Medical Center construction events, go to:
https://www.va.gov/louisville-health-care/programs/new-robley-rex-va-medical-center

To request weekly updates about the construction events, send an email requesting updates to: LOUVAMCCONSTRUCTION@USACE.ARMY.MIL

For ALL construction-related inquiries, please email:
LOUVAMCCONSTRUCTION@USACE.ARMY.MIL 

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Safety Reminder:

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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.

  1. Never leave anything of value in your vehicle; this includes laptops, purses, GPS devices and even loose change.
  2. Do not leave your vehicle running while unattended.
  3. Always lock your vehicle doors.
  4. Remove garage door openers from vehicles when parked outside.
  5. Do not leave your keys in your vehicle, this includes key-fobs.
  6. Do not leave the windows of your vehicle open, or partially open.
  7. Try to park your vehicle in a well-lit area.
  8. Never leave a firearm unprotected in your vehicle.
  9. Immediately report any suspicious person, or vehicle to (502) 574-7111.


Development | Plan 2040

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Stay aware of new development in your area!  Sign up for Gov Delivery notifications at:

https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/KYLOUISVILLE/subscriber/new

On January 1, 2019, a new Comprehensive Plan, called Plan 2040, went into effect. As a resident of District 7 (or any district in Louisville), it is important to review the Comprehensive Plan if you are interested in development that is proposed for the neighborhood. The Comprehensive Plan is the guidepost for all development, and the Planning Commission must use it as one of the guiding principles and tools for making decisions regarding the approval or denial of a neighborhood development project.

Read The Comprehensive Plan (Plan 2040)

The Comprehensive Plan is representative of over 6,000 voices, including Metro staff, an advisory committee, and resident volunteers. The Advisory Committee, made up of diverse representatives from neighborhood and community organizations as well as development and business interests, finalized its recommended goals, objectives, and policies on February 21, 2018. 

On April 16, 2018, the Planning Commission recommended the Comprehensive Plan for approval. The document was then reviewed by the Metro Council as well as 12 local municipalities with zoning authority for formal adoption. Those 12 local municipalities are: Anchorage, Douglass Hills, Graymoor-Devondale, Hurstbourne, Indian Hills, Jeffersontown, Lyndon, Middletown, Prospect, Shively, St. Matthews, and St. Regis Park.



GOVERNMENT & POLITICS INFORMATION

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Tune in to View Metro Council Meetings

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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.

To watch the Council meeting and access the agenda and related attachments, click HERE.


State Government Website Information

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Click Here for State Government Website

Click Here to:  View All Agencies


Kentucky General Assembly

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Click Here to Visit Website for Laws, State Legislators, Watch Bills, etc

Click here for more info.



Follow Councilwoman McCraney on Social Media

Social Media

Click below to read the social media policy of the Louisville Metro Council:

https://louisvilleky.gov/government/metro-council/louisville-metro-council-social-media-public-comment-policy.



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.



Women's History Month Trivia Answers:

1. Susan B. Anthony (1820-1906)

2. March Fong Eu (b. 1929)

3. Nellie Bly (1867-1922), real name Elizabeth Cochrane Seaman

4. Elizabeth Blackwell (1821-1910)

5. Sojourner Truth (C. 1797-1883)