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Louisville Metro Government is gathering feedback for the proposed rightsizing on Stilz Avenue, between Frankfort Avenue and Lexington Road. Please review the proposed plans and provide your comments by clicking the link below.
- Where: Stilz Avenue, between Frankfort Ave (US 60) and Lexington Rd (US 60A)
- What: Reduce pedestrian crossing along Frankfort Ave at Stilz Ave and add a bike lane along part of Stilz Ave
- When: May/June 2023
- Who: Louisville Metro Government
- Why: Rightsize the corridor at the same time as regular maintenance.
Please review both preliminary designs and provide feedback using the links below.
Stilz Avenue: Bike Lane East Side
- Limits removal of on-street parking to stretch along the Water Co. property
- Connects to existing bike lane
- Offers a consistent roadway geometry
Stilz Avenue: Bike Lane West Side
- Limits removal of on-street parking to stretch along the Water Co. property
- Offers a "climbing lane" for steepest elevation change on Stilz Ave
- Shifts the street centerline to allow for bike lane
Click HERE to provide feedback on the Preliminary Designs.
The public comment window closes on April 28, 2023.
The YMCA Safe Place Y-NOW program is currently seeking mentors for their spring class that begins March 31st. Y-NOW supports an amazing population of youth and you can help be the change for our community. If you or someone you know is interested in mentoring, please email ynowvolunteers@ymcalouisville.org or call 502-635-5233.
It's time to SHOW YOUR LOVE for the House! The Peterson Dumensil House Foundation is now hosting its annual appeal and we need your support. Help preserve this Louisville Landmark and beloved piece of Crescent Hill history by donating today! Give here: https://petersondumesnil.ejoinme.org/FebruaryAppeal
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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.
The first Pop-Up Drop-Off of 2023 will be Saturday, March 18 at 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at Louisville Metro Fleet Services parking lot, 3515 Newburg Road. Be sure to follow the accepted items guidelines and keep your categories separated for easy and fast off-loading! For more information visit Louisvilleky.gov/PopUps
Join us for the Friends of the St. Matthews Library book sale March 17-19th. Find some fantastic bargains in our wide selection of gently used books and support your library. Purchases to be made with cash only.
Louisville Parks and Recreation will begin to renovate the two basketball courts at Seneca Park beginng March 7th it weather permits. The courts are expected to be down for a few weeks. Upgrades include milling down the old asphalt surface, laying new asphalt with new goal posts, polycarbonating backboards and new rims on both courts, and adding color coating surface to the courts.
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Family Fun Nights are evenings of fun for the entire family! Join us at the Mary T. Aquatic Center (201 Reservoir Ave, 40206) on Friday, March 17 for a free swim! No registration is required, just show up and have some fun! One adult age 18 or older must accompany children 12 and under. For safety reasons, each adult may chaperone no more than 4 children 12 and under.
Friday, March 17 | 7-9 p.m. | Free Swim
Friday, April 7 | 7-9 p.m. | Dive-In Movie
Friday, April 21 | 7-9 p.m. | Free Swim
Friday, May 19 | 7-9 p.m. | Free Swim
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Join our community of compassionate volunteers at Hildegard House. We provide a home and compassionate care for individuals at the end of life who have no home or loved ones to care for them so that they may die with dignity and access hospice care. We are the family for our residents and care for them just like family members. Compassionate Companions commit to a weekly 5-hour shift. The next volunteer training is March 10 and 11. To learn more about volunteering and register at www.hildegardhouse.org or call Volunteer Coordinator Jana McNally at (502) 581-8267. |
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The CHCC “Bunny Bucks” raffle is open now and closes Saturday April 8th at 7pm. It is $10 a chance and the winner takes half the proceeds; the other half goes to CHCC. Proceeds benefit the CHCC and the free, family-friendly community events like the Easter Egg Hunt, Dessert with the Mayor, Chili Supper and the Holiday Open House with Santa. Click HERE to buy your raffle chance. |
Saturday, April 8 - Easter Egg Hunt Volunteer We need volunteers at the Peterson-Dumesnil House to help us run a great Easter Egg Hunt!
8:00 - 9:30 am - We need volunteers to hide eggs
10:00 - 11:00 am - We need volunteers to staff the Egg Prize Table
If you can help, please contact Diana Gautier at dpgauti72@gmail.com
Now until April 6 - Easter Egg Stuffers! We need volunteers to put candy into plastic Easter Eggs. The event chair can deliver plastic eggs and candy to your home. You (and any family or friends you invite to help you!) can assemble the Easter Eggs at your leisure. The Easter Egg event chair will pick up the eggs when you are finished. If you can help with this project, contact Diana Gautier at dpgauti72@gmail.com
Crescent Hill July 4th Festival We need lots of volunteers to make the Crescent Hill July 4th Festival a success! This year, the event will be a one day festival on Tuesday, July 4. This event offers several volunteer opportunities that are "family friendly" where adults and kids can volunteer together. We also offer Community Service Hours to high school and college students needing to earn volunteer hours. CLICK HERE to Volunteer
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.
We need your help! What are the cozy cafes, delicious dives, and other restaurants you love that contribute to their neighborhood’s unique history and identity? NOMINATE HERE
What We're Looking For
We want to learn about a small or independently owned restaurant located in a historic or older building or neighborhood that:
- Contributes to the history and/or identity of its surrounding community or neighborhood.
- Tells an inclusive story about cuisine and community in America (such as historic or ethnic food ways or culinary heritage).
- Has a compelling and inspiring historical narrative or cultural significance.
- Has been disproportionately impacted by economic challenges, disasters, or other hardships.
Deadline: The nomination period closes March 12.
Have you noticed any graffiti tags in District 9? Please call the District 9 office at 502-574-1109 or email Jasmine at jasmine.presley@louisvilleky.gov so we can have it removed.
Mental Health Lou and Louisville Free Public Library will offer free workshops focused on mental health and wellness starting in March. The Mind-Body Wellness Series is a four-part series that focuses on the ways in which our thoughts, feelings, and beliefs can positively or negatively impact our bodies and vice versa.
Taught by licensed experts from Mental Health Lou’s partner groups and providers, the series will be offered at six library locations: Southwest, Northeast, Newburg, Main, Western, and Bon Air.
Mind-Body Wellness Series Schedule
Click here to learn more information about the series.
Louisville Visual Art, in partnership with the Parks Alliance of Louisville, is seeking to commission a local artist to produce a portrait of Alberta Jones to honor her legacy and inspiring the thriving community surrounding the new Alberta Jones Park being built in the California Neighborhood.
This call is open to all artists, both established and emerging, who are local to the Louisville area. Please contact LVA for more information on how to apply at outreach.lva@gmail.com
Deadline to apply is March 22, 2023 at 11:59pm
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The renovations of our historic 1885 Landmark Building are complete – now it’s time to celebrate. Join us for our St. Joe’s Building Forever Families Open House event on May 16 from 6:15-8 p.m. We’ll take you on a tour of the revamped space and show you how your support is improving the quality of life for our St. Joe’s kids. Thank you to our event sponsors.
Strategic Communications
Great Clips
Kelley Construction
Stock Yards Bank
Our sponsors help make this event possible and support our mission throughout the year. Sponsorships are still available. Contact Carrief@sjkids.org for more information.
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The Summer Volunteen Program is back at Kentucky Science Center! This year’s 8-week program runs from June 5th through July 28th, 2023.
The Volunteen Program encourages teens to become engaged with their community by sharing hands-on Do Science opportunities with our guests that uphold the values of Kentucky Science Center.
During your times as a Volunteen, you will create new friendships with members of your cohort, develop professional relationships with Kentucky Science Center staff, become familiar with the day-to-day operations of your assigned department, and be given the opportunity to make a difference in the lives and experiences of our guests.
Learn about program requirements, expectations, and more at the links below. Applications close on Friday, March 31st at 11:59PM.
Website: https://kysciencecenter.org/support/volunteens/
The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program offers free tax help to households that earned $66,000 or less in the previous year. VITA is a financial stability initiative of Louisville Asset Building Coalition which is supported by Louisville Metro Office of Resilience and Community Services, Metro United Way and numerous partners and volunteers.
At 11 VITA sites across the community, IRS-certified volunteers provide free, basic income tax return preparation with electronic filing both in-person (by appointment at several sites) or via drop-off services. See more details and how to schedule an appointment.
Being a supportive presence for our St. Joe’s kids is what they need to be successful in every part of their life. Learn about the process of becoming certified as a foster parent or respite provider by attending our informational meetings held the first Tuesday of every month at 5:45 p.m. at St. Joseph Children’s Home (2823 Frankfort Avenue). No commitments are necessary but open hearts and minds are encouraged!
The St. Joe’s team provides therapy and ongoing assistance to the families we serve. We also offer extensive training, competitive reimbursements, clothing, school supplies, holiday needs, and crisis support.
RSVP is required for the meetings. Send an email to Lisa Barber-Atwell at info@sjkids.org and put “FC Info Session” in the subject line to hold your spot. For questions or concerns, email info@sjkids.org or call (502) 893-0241. Virtual options are also available. Email us to schedule a time.
If you would like to become certified as a foster parent, you can attend one of our foster care and adoption training sessions listed below. You must attend our informational meeting prior to registering for the session. We also offer Saturday sessions.
Session 1: Tuesday 6-9 p.m. 4/11 – 6/6 (Skip 5/16 session)
Session 2: Saturday 9:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. on 4/8
Session 3: Saturday 9:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. on 4/15
Session 4: Saturday 9:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. on 4/29
Session 5: Thursday 6-9 p.m. 6/29 – 8/24 (Skip 8/10/2023 session)
Session 6: Tuesday 6-9 p.m. 9/26 – 11/21
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The Silvernotes, a volunteer senior citizen chorus, was founded in 1974 and performs primarily at nursing homes, assisted living facilities, YMCAs, churches and synagogue throughout Jefferson County. The Silvernotes has 3-4 performances a month, plus two rehearsals.
Do you love to sing? Are you 55 years or older and love bringing joy to others? If interested in joining The Silvernotes or becoming the Director contact Wayne Weaver, President, at 502-819-7708.
You are invited to attend a review for a REVISED DETAILED DISTRICT DEVELOPMENT PLAN with Revised Binding Elements, and Waivers. THIS IS A REVISED NOTICE. PLEASE NOTE THE NEW MEETING DATE.
Subject Property: 150 Sears Avenue
Case Number: 23-DDP-0002
Case Manager: Dante St. Germain (dante.st.germain@louisvilleky.gov)
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 Street, 40202
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Jodi Bessinger and Josh Swetnam plan to submit a conditional use permit for 166 William Street and plan to use this property for short-term rentals to individuals, couples and families visiting Louisville. The meeting to discuss this development proposal will be held on March 21st, 2023 at 6:00 PM. This meeting will take place at 166 William Street.
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Please find an Alcoholic Beverage License memo and Courier Journal Legal announcement for a Quota Retail Liquor by the Package and NQ Retail Malt Beverage by the Package license(s) being applied for, located at 2347 Frankfort Avenue, Louisville, KY. 40206. The ad ran in The Courier Journal Thursday, March 2, 2023.
Courier Journal ABC Ad.pdf
new location or ownership change.pdf
Below are some Ninth District calendar events! To view a full listing of events, please visit the District 9 Blog at http://district9news.wordpress.com/. If you would like to submit events to be considered for the blog calendar please email Jasmine Presley or call 574-1109.
Tuesday, March 14th: United Crescent Hill Ministries, Seniors Live music presents: the Mellwood Musicians from 10:15am-11am at 150 State St. This lively Jam band plays pre-bluegrass and old timey music.
Friday thru Saturday, March 17th – 19th : Drop by the St. Matthews library on March 17th to check out some fantastic bargains in their wide selection of gently used books. All proceeds benefit the St. Matthews Friends of the Library. Cash only. Exact change is appreciated.
Monday, March 20th: The League of Women Voters of Louisville invites you to a Democracy in Action Public Forum on Monday, March 20th from 5:30-7:30pm at the Lang House (115 S Ewing Ave). This forum is titled “The Global Perspective: Unity and Understanding Through Journalism” and features guest speakers Laura Ungar and Sujoy Dhar. The event is open to the public and free of charge. Light snacks are provided and donations are gratefully accepted. For more information, contact the League at 502-895-5218 or email lwvlouisville@gmail.com.
Tuesday, March 28th: On Tuesday, March 28th from 3-7pm, City Planners from Louisville Metro’s Office of Planning and Design Services will be available to answer questions about zoning and discuss the ongoing LDC (Land Development Code) reform project. The LDC Reform is an equity focused approach to revise the LDC consistently with Plan 2040 to allow for increased housing choices and opportunities in new and existing neighborhoods, to create procedures and regulations that are easier to use and increase the quality of life by reducing the concentration of environmental hazards near housing. We want to hear about your neighborhood and discuss what reform means for you!
Friday, March 31st: Filled with lots of laughter and learning, children practice fun and challenging yoga poses, partner and group poses, yoga games, breathing and basic anatomy during a Kids Yoga class at Crescent Hill library on March 31st from 11-11:45am. Through yoga and connection, these young yogis will learn how to balance difficulties by cultivating concentration, improve concentration, coordination and self-awareness. This children's yoga class is led by a Good Karma Yoga instructor. Ages 7-12.
Saturday, April 1st: A FREE computer tune-up and repair service is offered the first Saturday of each month (Do not meet on Derby day). The service will be at the St. Matthews Library on Grandview Ave from 1-5 PM in the small conference room. If you plan to attend, please contact Rae Taylor at taylor_rae@hotmail.com.
Monday, April 3rd: Start a windowsill herb garden with Jennifer Palmer on April 3rd from 3-4pm at the Crescent Hill library. In this workshop you will decorate a recycled container to start your seedlings in. Jennifer will discuss the basics of starting seeds and how to care for your indoor herb plants. Sign up required. Call 574-1793 to register. Ages 6+
Wednesday April 5th: Come make a hat on April 5th from 3:30-4:30pm for the Frankfort Avenue Easter parade.
Saturday, April 8th: Crescent Hill Easter Egg Hunt will follow Storytime at 9:30am with Crescent Hill Children’s Librarian and starts at 10am Sharp on the grounds of the Peterson-Dumesnil House. There will be three simultaneous egg hunts by age groups. Don’t forget to bring your Easter baskets!
Saturday, April 8th: The Frankfort Avenue Business Association, Crescent Hill Community Council and the Clifton Community Council would like to invite you, your family and friends to participate in the 29th Annual Frankfort Avenue Easter Parade. The Easter Bunny and Grand Marshall, Easter Parade creator and organizer for the past 28 years, Michaelle Warner, will kick off the parade. Make plans to come out and celebrate the return of spring on beautiful Historic Frankfort Avenue! To participate, register at St. Mark’s parking lot at 2822 Frankfort Ave by 11am. The parade will travel from Stilz to Pope street leaving at approximately 11:30-11:45am. If you have any questions, email Scott Endres at scottendres@yahoo.com
Wednesday, April 12th: Join Councilman Owen for D9 Community Conversation on Wednesday, April 12th at 6:30pm at UCHM. . Please mark your calendar and join us – and bring along a friend or neighbor!
District 9 Blog: www.district9news.wordpress.com
District 9 Website: http://www.louisvilleky.gov/district9
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/councilmanandrewowen
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/councilmanandrewowen
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