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COUNCILWOMAN DR. BARBARA SHANKLIN
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Dr. Barbara Shanklin District 2 Councilwoman 601 West Jefferson Street City Hall, 1st Floor Louisville, KY 40202 (502) 574-1102 Barbara.Shanklin@louisvilleky.gov
Caleb Howard Legislative Assistant Caleb.Howard@louisvilleky.gov
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News from Mayor Greenburg and the City of Louisville
Mayor Greenberg, Interim Chief Jackie Gwinn-Villaroel release LMPD documents following review of DOJ report
New website allows for community access to information
LOUISVILLE, KY (May 26, 2023) – Standing at the same podium United States Attorney General Merrick Garland used to address the community and release the March 2023 Department of Justice report on the Louisville Metro Police Department and Louisville Metro Government, Louisville Mayor Craig Greenberg and LMPD Interim Chief Jackie Gwinn-Villaroel on Friday publicly released information they believe was referenced in the DOJ report. The information is being shared on a publicly accessible website open to review.
“When the DOJ released their findings, the Chief and I both stood right here and committed ourselves to being open and transparent as we work to strengthen LMPD. Today I believe we are living up to that commitment,” said Mayor Greenberg. “To the very best of our ability, we have identified the incidents mentioned in the DOJ’s report and are sharing that information with the community. Also, where necessary, we will be moving forward with detailed reviews into these incidents and treating them with the seriousness they deserve.”
On Friday a website, created by LMPD and found at www.louisville-police.org under the heading “Department of Justice Community Resources” was made live providing information related to 62 incidents referenced by the DOJ in their report. The site contains both contextual and factual information on the incidents such as dates, officers involved, relevant arrest citations and information on formal investigations and administrative reviews. Video of the incidents is not yet included due to the strict redaction process that must be followed to protect the privacy of those involved. However, Mayor Greenberg has asked the work to be expedited and completed no more than 60 days from Friday.
The DOJ’s investigation, which covered years 2016 to 2021, was initiated to determine whether a “pattern or practice” of violating citizens’ constitutional rights existed in the LMPD and did not reach conclusions about any individual officer’s conduct. However, the report did highlight several specific incidents where policing may have fallen short of professional and community standards. Because the DOJ report did not provide explicit identifying information on the 62 referenced incidents, we requested further information to help identify all incidents. Based on the additional information provided, LMPD now believes it has correctly identified all incidents and has been able to retrieve documents describing them in more detail.
The incidents fall into three categories that will determine what investigative, corrective or disciplinary actions may be taken in the future. The three categories are:
1. Fully adjudicated incidents in which a Professional Standards Unit investigation occurred and a decision on whether or how much discipline to impose has been rendered. Roughly half, 29 of the 62 incidents, fall under this category. The Jefferson County Attorney has advised that, as a matter of law, these cases have been closed and cannot be revisited.
2. Incidents that were reviewed but not formally investigated. In these incidents, which account for 21 of the 62, the incidents received an administrative review, also known as a “Blue Team” review, but were not investigated by the PSU. These incidents can, and will, be reviewed by Chief Gwinn-Villaroel.
3. Incidents that received no review, which include 12 of the 62. The Chief will fully review and evaluate each of these and decide if further investigation or discipline is called for.
“The Mayor and I are committed to a police department where trust and transparency are cornerstone values, and today we are fulfilling a commitment we made to live up to those values,” said Chief Gwinn-Villaroel. “As the DOJ noted in their report, the vast majority of the men and women of LMPD serve the community with integrity and professionalism. The public, and those officers, deserve a fair and honest review of these incidents, and that is what I will do.”
Mayor Greenberg announces major investments and reforms to improve Louisville Metro Government’s open records process
LOUISVILLE, KY (May 25, 2023) – Standing at the Louis D. Brandeis School of Law at the University of Louisville on Thursday, Mayor Craig Greenberg invoked the school’s namesake as he announced major reforms and historic investments to Metro Government’s handling and processing of open records requests. Mayor Greenberg, echoing the late Supreme Court Justice and Louisville native’s calls for government transparency, announced the reorganization of the Metro Government Department of Records Compliance along with new initiatives to both quicken the processing of requests and help prevent future backlogs.
“Justice Louis Brandeis said, ‘Sunshine is said to be the best of disinfectants,’ and on this he and I agree; open governments are healthy governments. Kentucky has one of the nation’s strongest open records statutes, and Metro Government has, from time to time, fallen short of it,” said Mayor Greenberg. “The responsibility of Louisville Metro Government is to provide accurate and timely responses to open records requests, and that is exactly what we strive to do. Today we are announcing reforms and investments that will ensure our city is meeting our responsibility to the community and helping ensure our city’s government is transparent.”
Beginning in January 2023, Mayor Greenberg’s administration conducted a thorough examination of Metro Government’s open records response process and discovered a significant backlog along with several areas where reform and investment could greatly improve the process. Numerous reasons for the backlog were identified, including a sharp increase in requests, new technologies that greatly increased requestable materials, inadequate checks and balances to prevent non-compliance, a need for clearer standards across multiple departments, and inadequate staffing levels. Additionally, a greater need to prioritize and appreciate the importance of timely responses to requests was identified.
In order to address these issues, help ease the backlog of unfulfilled requests, and prevent future requests from taking longer than necessary, Mayor Greenberg announced on Thursday the reorganization of the Metro Government Department of Records Compliance as a new standalone division. Additionally, several key reforms will be implemented. Among them:
- All open records functions within Louisville Metro Government will now be independent from the Office of Management and Budget and under a director who will report directly to Deputy Mayor Dana Mayton.
- The new independent department will serve as a single point of contact and apply a uniform, streamlined process for all open records requests made of the Mayor’s Office and all Metro agencies, including the Louisville Metro Police Department.
- Metro will hire six new full-time staffers to help coordinate and support the open records response process and eliminate the backlog of unfulfilled requests.
- Metro will provide new uniform and up-to-date training government-wide to ensure employees are aware of and correctly adhere to Kentucky’s open records laws, especially with regard to emerging technologies.
“Let me be clear: Metro Government is full of incredible and hardworking people who have been doing all they can to keep up with open records requests, but they need assistance, support and funding,” said Mayor Greenberg. “Today we are announcing that support and, in doing so, hope this allows the men and women of Metro Government to deliver the level of transparency and service demanded of them by the community.”
The Kentucky General Assembly passed the Open Records Act in 1976, which called for public records, whether electronic or on paper, to be made available for public examination.
Mayor Greenberg announces Juneteenth Jubilee Celebration’s expanded lineup of events for 2023
16-member commission and community partners host educational and entertaining citywide activities to commemorate national holiday and its historical significance
LOUISVILLE, KY (May 23, 2023) – Mayor Craig Greenberg today joined members of the Juneteenth Jubilee Celebration Commission and representatives from Metro Council, Kentucky Center for African American Heritage (KCAAH) and Lean Into Louisville to announce a variety of citywide events planned next month to highlight the historical significance of Juneteenth.
With even more wide-ranging things to see and do, this year’s expanded nine-day celebration showcases culture and entertainment from June 10-19. Many of the citywide events will be free and open to the public.
Juneteenth is the oldest known holiday commemorating the final communication of the abolition of slavery in the United States. Observed every year on June 19, the holiday originated in Galveston, Texas, in 1865, when soldiers gave residents notice of the end of slavery, nearly two years after the signing of the Emancipation Proclamation. The 16-member Juneteenth Jubilee Commission is the official city commission that helps to organize events celebrating Juneteenth’s historical significance in Louisville.
“Juneteenth reminds all of us to learn, reflect and continue building a more equitable future for our city,” said Mayor Greenberg. “I want to thank our Juneteenth Jubilee Commission, the Office of Equity, Louisville Metro Council and our community partners for their tireless work in educating our city and commemorating this pivotal moment in America’s history.”
The commission includes representatives from the Metro Council, the business community, arts, educational and faith institutions, and others. Members of the commission have worked for months on this year’s continuing theme, “Our Story, America’s Glory.”
“By embracing the meaning of Juneteenth, it forces all of us to recognize racial justice challenges both locally and nationally,” said Juneteenth Jubilee Commission Chair Wanda Mitchell-Smith. “Juneteenth is not a feel-good story, but its significance needs to be honored and recognized. I’m grateful that our commissioners have carefully planned several activities that jumpstart a much-needed dialogue about civil rights, social freedom and equality as well as reaffirm the value of Black lives.”
This year, there are many new activities that will commemorate Juneteenth. One of the additions is “Amplify Songs of Justice,” a performance of civil rights songs by composer Jorell Williams and lyrics by Juneteenth Jubilee Commissioner and Councilwoman Paula McCraney, D-7. These works will premiere at 7 p.m. June 10 by local community college students and church choirs at the Kentucky Opera Center for Cultural Health, 708 Magazine St. Admission is free, but tickets will be required. Last year, McCraney played an integral role in helping to expand the city’s Juneteenth celebration.
“Juneteenth is a time for us to celebrate and recall the history of the early struggle for freedom and the emancipation from slavery,” McCraney said. “This rich history should not be ignored or diminished. We must embrace our past, learn from our past, and heal and become stronger as a nation because of our past.”
Another addition is Lean into Louisville’s luncheon, which will be at 11:30 a.m. June 14 at The Palm Room, 1821 W. Jefferson St. Office of Equity Director Joi McAtee will host the event, featuring guest speaker Jermaine Fowler, author of “The Humanity Archive: Recovering the Soul of Black History from a Whitewashed American Myth.” Born in Louisville, Fowler is also the host of the top-rated history podcast, The Humanity Archive, which has been praised as a must-listen by Vanity Fair. The cost to attend the luncheon is $25 per person.
“Our luncheon will highlight some of the key issues in the Black community, reflecting on our past and how we can honor our ancestors by working in unity to create pathways for a better future,” said McAtee, who oversees Lean Into Louisville. “Lean Into Louisville’s vision aligns with the principles of Juneteenth by finding pride in our heritage and discussing the rich history and experience of Black people in our city.”
The celebration’s lineup also showcases the Juneteenth Weekend Heritage Experience, featuring “The Fannie Lou Hamer Story” at 7 p.m. June 17 at the Kentucky Center for African American Heritage, 1701 W. Muhammad Ali Boulevard. Performed by Mzuri Moyo Aimbaye, the award-winning 90-minute one-woman stage play is riveting storytelling, celebrating an unsung hero who became a catalyst for the passage of the Voting Rights Act of 1965, said KCAAH Executive Director Aukram Burton.
“When we think about Juneteenth, it must be remembered as a moment of clarity about our struggles and how far we have come. That’s why the Heritage Center is proud to showcase a play about the life of voting rights activist Fannie Lou Hamer,” Burton said. “Now is the time to truly examine the challenges we face as Black voters, and Fannie Lou Hamer was a powerful and passionate voice that needs to resonate, even today.”
The weekend experience includes a Father’s Day and Juneteenth Jazz Brunch, featuring Ansyn Banks Legacy Quintet with guest vocalist Karen Chavis and host Marjorie Marshall at 2 p.m. June 18. Tickets are $40 and can be purchased at Eventbrite.com or kcaah.org.
On Juneteenth, the city’s events will be capped off with “Let’s Talk | Bridging the Divide: Load in Nine Times: United States Colored Troops, An Evening with former Kentucky Poet Laureate Frank X Walker” at 6 p.m. June 19 at the Frazier History Museum, 829 W. Main St. The Danville, Ky., native will debut a collection of poems centered on African Americans in Kentucky during the Civil War. Walker will talk about photos and archival documents that provided inspiration for the overall collection. He will also perform some of his poetry. The event is free, but registration is required.
Here’s a larger look at events planned by the Juneteenth Commission:
June 10, 7 p.m.: Kentucky Opera’s “Amplify Songs of Justice”: Kentucky Opera commissioned civil rights songs from composer Jorell Williams, with lyrics by Juneteenth Jubilee Celebration Commissioner Paula McCraney. Free admission but tickets required.
June 11, 5 p.m.: Jazz Excursion on the Belle of Louisville: Featuring jazz saxophonist Dee Lucas. Boarding begins at 4:30 p.m. in partnership with Bread Entertainment. Tickets are $65 and can be purchased at Eventbrite.com.
June 12, 7:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.: Simmons College of Kentucky Golf Classic: The eighth annual Simmons College of Kentucky Golf Classic will be held at the Lake Forest Country Club, 14000 Landmark Drive. A breakfast buffet and boxed lunch for the 7:30 a.m. shotgun and a boxed lunch and dinner buffet for the 12:30 p.m. shotgun will be served. Click here for more information.
June 12-16: Arts Camp at the Waterfront:Louisville Visual Artand Waterfront Park are hosting a day camp for youth ages 7-12. Campers will be introduced to the works and history of Ed Hamilton, Muhammad Ali, the Underground Railroad and more, then create their own artworks to express themselves and their newfound knowledge; in the afternoons, campers will explore Waterfront Park for fun camp activities. This scholarship-based, cost-free camp is available to children from the Zones of Hope. For more information, visit louisvillevisualart.org/outreach-camps..
June 13, 6:35 p.m.: Juneteenth at Louisville Bats: The baseball game will highlight the history of the Negro League and youth at Louisville Slugger Field.
June 14, 11:30 a.m.: Lean Into Louisville Luncheon at The Palm Room Office of Equity Director Joi McAtee will host the luncheon featuring remarks by Mayor Craig Greenberg and guest speaker Jermaine Fowler, author of New York Times bestseller “The Humanity Archive: Recovering the Soul of Black History from a Whitewashed American Myth.” Tickets are $40 and can be purchased at Eventbrite.com.
June 16, 6 p.m.: Juneteenth Gala at the Ali Center: The Juneteenth Gala is sponsored by Norton Healthcare, Fifth Third Bank, Republic Bank and the Office of Equity. It will recognize and award historians and future and present leaders for the tremendous work they have done to improve racial equity within the community. The gala will also focus on Juneteenth culinary dishes and its history. Musical entertainment by Jerry Tolson Orchestra and Frankie Raymore and the Groovemasterz. Tickets are $150 and can be purchased at Eventbrite.com.
June 17: Youth Sports Jamboree at Newburg Park: Reviving Urban Neighborhoods (R.U.N.), Inc. will host a fun-filled family event where youth can win prizes by demonstrating their knowledge of Juneteenth facts.
June 17, 7 p.m.: “The Fannie Lou Hamer Story” at KCAAH: “The Fannie Lou Hamer Story” is a one-woman play about voting rights activist, Fannie Lou Hamer, through song and storytelling. Tickets are $25 (VIP tickets are $30) and can be purchased at Eventbrite.com.
June 18, 2 p.m.: Father’s Day & Juneteenth Jazz Brunch at KCAAH: The Kentucky Center for African American Heritage will host Ansyn Banks Legacy Quintet with guest vocalist Karen Chavis and host Marjorie Marshall. Tickets are $40 and can be purchased at Eventbrite.com or kcaah.org. Limited VIP seating is $45.
June 19, 6 p.m.: “Let’s Talk | Bridging the Divide: Load in Nine Times: United States Colored Troops, An Evening with former Kentucky Poet Laureate Frank X Walker”at the Frazier History Museum: Danville native and poet Frank X Walker will debut a collection of poems centered on African Americans in Kentucky during the Civil War. Eighteen of those works will be unveiled as part of the museum’s Commonwealth exhibition. The event is free, but registration is required.
For more information about the Juneteenth Jubilee Celebration, visit juneteenthlou.com.
Louisville Metro Council News
Comment on the FY24 Capital and Operating Budgets
The deadline to submit comments online is Friday, June 9 at Noon
LOUISVILLE, KY (May 24, 2023) – The Louisville Metro Council is mid-way through the budget hearings for the proposed FY24 Capital and Operating Budgets.
The deadline to submit online public comments and share your thoughts on the proposed budget has been extended to Friday, June 9, at 12:00 p.m. due to the rescheduling of the Louisville Metro Police Department budget hearing to Thursday, June 8 at 4:00 p.m.
To encourage public participation in the budget process, Metro Council scheduled a Community Budget Hearing that occurred on Tuesday, May 30, in Metro Council Chambers on the third floor of Historic City Hall, 601 W. Jefferson Street.
There is also an online budget comment form, which is an easy way to express your opinions on the proposed budget. The form will close on Friday, June 9. There is a deadline for the online form to allow Metro Council members an opportunity to review all the comments and hearings before making any adjustments to the budget.
The Metro Council will vote on the budget during the regularly scheduled Metro Council meeting on Thursday, June 22, at 6:00 p.m.
Mayor Greenberg appoints new interim leadership at Public Health and Wellness
LOUISVILLE, KY (May 31, 2023) – Mayor Craig Greenberg today appointed new interim leadership for the Department of Public Health and Wellness. Connie Mendel, senior deputy director for the department, will serve as interim Chief Health Strategist. She replaces Dr. Jeff Howard whose term ended May 31.
Mendel has devoted her career to public service beginning in 1997 when she joined the Jefferson County Health Department as an environmental health specialist in the Hazardous Materials Emergency Response, Food Safety, and Mosquito Control programs. She steadily ascended the ranks and prior to her appointment by Mayor Greenberg served as Senior Deputy Director where she led the department’s COVID-19 response, administrative and finance operations, regulatory operations and enforcement, emergency planning and preparedness, and the Public Health Laboratory. She has a Bachelor of Science from the University of South Carolina and a Master of Public Health from the University of Louisville.
“Our entire community thanks Dr. Jeff Howard for managing the vital work of our Department of Health and Wellness. We appreciate his service and know that our city is stronger and healthier for it” said Louisville Mayor Craig Greenberg. “Few people know the Department of Health and Wellness better than our new Interim Director, Connie Mendel, and I am sure she will do a magnificent job in her new leadership role.”
Dr. Inder Singal, an ophthalmologist with Bennett and Bloom Eye Center, has been appointed to serve as the interim medical director. Previously, Dr Jeff Howard served as the department’s interim director and medical director. Singal will serve as clinical and medical advisor to the department.
“I have known and respected Dr. Singal for many years and have been proud to call him a friend, I’m even prouder to call him a colleague and welcome him to the Metro Government team,” said Mayor Greenberg. “Dr. Singal, who has had an incredible career with his medical practice, has chosen a path of continued public service with Metro Government and our entire community will benefit. Both his medical expertise and leadership will serve our community well and we thank him for his dedication and commitment to Louisville.”
Mayor Greenberg also announced Dr. Kris Bryant as the associate medical director for the department. Dr. Bryant, a pediatric infection disease specialist with Norton Children’s, will work with the existing Medical Director and Special Healthcare Projects Manager on coordination with the healthcare system, optimization of clinical services, and dissemination of public health guidance and updates as well as dissemination of information to the public.
The Louisville Metro Department of Public Health and Wellness (LMPHW) is a nationally accredited, independent, academic health department committed to achieving health equity and improving the health and well-being of all Louisville residents and visitors. More information can be found on the website, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and YouTube.
Office of Resilience and Community Services News
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METRO RCS UNVEILS ONLINE DATA DASHBOARD
User-friendly, public resource offers quick access to important information
LOUISVILLE, KY. (May 2, 2023) - The Louisville Office of Resilience and Community Services (RCS) has created a new tool for tracking its work. The new online data dashboard provides one-click access to a trove of information, including details about housing stability, utility assistance, volunteerism, financial empowerment, and the many programs and services administered by RCS.
The dashboard offers sets of numbers and statistics that can be broken down – or sliced – into different categories. For example, the dashboard for the Housing Referral List can be sliced by the age, race, gender, and veteran status of the applicants. And the dashboard for the popular Low Income Housing Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) can be sliced according to geographic location, date range, and which phase of LIHEAP clients have received. These tools will allow users to track the outcomes of various RCS services and programs over time.
“These numbers tell stories,” said RCS Director Tameka Laird. “Stories of the many people, from all walks of life, who we serve every single day. Their experiences and their courage are reflected in the data we’ve collected and put on display for the public through this dashboard. Transparency is so important for every government agency but especially for RCS, which works with so many of our community’s most vulnerable people. We believe this data highlights the many needs in our community and tracks our effectiveness in meeting those needs.”
The data dashboard is a key part of the RCS 2022-23 Strategic Plan, which places a high priority on using improved data collection practices in order to “build a resilient community by … using the total value of our data to understand community needs, oversee program performance, and inform decision-making.” The dashboard is a major step toward the overall strategic goal of creating a new, comprehensive data framework to support and inform agency goals and objectives.
The data dashboard was created by RCS Junior Data Analyst Erynn Moss, in conjunction with the Louisville Metro Data Governance Team, with the goal of fostering public transparency.
“It’s the culmination of more than a year of work,” said Moss. “It was our goal to integrate all of this data and put it into a format that is both pleasing to the eye and easy to access.”
RCS invites the community to experiment with this dashboard, and use the available tools to learn more about the work that we do. Be sure to bookmark the page and check back on it quarterly, as we intend to keep it updated as new information becomes available.
District 2 (and surrounding areas) Updates and News
Have you ever thought about buying a vacant or abandoned property in the city?
The city has many vacant or abandoned lots and buildings for sale at all times. If you’re a contractor or fixer-upper, you might consider buying an abandoned home to rehab. Once you fix it up, you could live in it or sell it for a profit. Or you may want to buy a vacant lot or a property in need of demolition, and build a new home. Other properties are suitable for starting a community garden or other agricultural project.
To manage the sale of vacant or abandoned properties, the city has a program called The Landbank Authority. The program’s goal is to put these properties back into productive use. The Landbank currently has about 500 properties available for sale and some are available for as little as $1. But in order to purchase properties, you must be able to prove to the Landbank that you can pay to refurbish or demolish the property, and you must complete the project within a set deadline. To see what’s available, visit the Landbank website: https://louisvilleky.gov/government/community-development/purchase-vacant-property-landbank. You’ll see two links, one for Lots and one for Structures. Choose Lots to view empty lots for sale and an explanation of the types of programs, including “Adjacent Side Yard”; “Cut It, Keep It”; “New Construction”; and “Agricultural Projects”. Choose Structures to see a list of vacant houses and other buildings for sale. Landbank has two categories for the sale of structures: “Save the Structure” and “Demo for Deed”. To save a structure, you must prove you have funds to rehab it and you must complete renovations within six months for exterior and 18 months for interior renovations. To buy a "Demo for Deed," you must simply prove you have funds to demolish the property.
Both the Lots and Structures pages have links and instructions to apply for purchase when you’re ready. Speaking of funds, that’s where we come in. At LHOME, we can’t help you purchase a property but we can help you renovate one. Qualified property owners can borrow up to $30,000 for 12 months, paying only interest on the loan. After the year is up, you can sell your renovated property or refinance it.
To learn more, please visit lhomeky.org or give us a call at 502-882-8091. One last tip: The city has a great tool called Lojic (lojic.org). Lojic lets you search by address for a specific property you want to know more about. Just type the address in the search bar and you’ll get reports about the property owner, the assessed value, zoning, voting district and more. Happy hunting!
Hikes Lane Rehabilitation project continues
The Hikes Lane Pavement Rehabilitation project continues. The federally funded project mostly includes repairing/replacing concrete pavement, improving curb ramps and sidewalks to make them ADA compliant. Construction costs are estimated to be $7,000,000. Work on the 2.7-mile corridor is anticipated to be completed by late October.
Westbound lanes on Hikes between Breckendridge Ln. and Taylorsville Rd. will be closed.
Westbound traffic on Hikes Ln. and Northbound traffic on Hunsinger Ln. will be detoured.
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The Waste Reduction Center at 636 Meriwether Avenue is open. This is a popular disposal site for large loads of unbagged yard waste, tree limbs and stumps up to three feet in diameter, construction debris, and large household items. (Fees may apply.) Residents can dispose of up to four tires, up to three electronic items, and up to three large household items for FREE! Details can be found on the website. Open Tuesday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Saturday, 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
To report materials that have been illegally dumped or "junk" set out on the wrong day, use Metro311 or 574-5000.
If you WITNESSED A PERSON illegal dumping and have information (pictures, license plate #, etc.), please report it on our new online form.
Keep an eye out for the vehicles our Enforcement Team is currently looking for!
Don't contribute to the problem!
If you hire someone to dispose waste for you,ask to see their Waste Hauler License and do not pay without a disposal receipt. Properly disposing of truck loads of materials costs at least $50 - if you're charged less than that, be suspicious. Perpetrators will often take your money and illegally dump your items to avoid the disposal fee. Drop off up to three household items for free at the Waste Reduction Center. (Disposal fees may apply for additional items.)
Only set out junk or bulky items during your scheduled set out period. Residents in the Urban Services District can sign up for set out reminders using the Recycle Coach app. Residents outside of the Urban Services District should call their contracted waste hauler for information.
Tips to Prevent Illegal Dumping on your Property
Keep your property well lit and clear of overgrown trees and shrubs.
Monitor your property - the presence of illegally dumped materials or bulky items set out too early attracts additional dumping.
Install security cameras - send your video or photos anonymously to us and enforcement officers can use identifying information to catch the perpetrator.
Cover your loads! A lot of litter ends up on the highway because of waste not properly contained in trucks
Remove vehicle debris after an accident. When a wrecked vehicle is removed, the debris must be removed with it.
Report materials that have been illegally dumped or "junk" set out on the wrong day to Metro311 or call 311 or 574-5000.
If you WITNESSED A PERSON illegally dumping and have information (pictures, license plate #, etc.) report it on our online form.
If you hire someone to dispose waste for you, ask to see their Waste Hauler License and do not pay without a disposal receipt. Properly disposing of truckloads of material costs at least $50 - if you're charged less than that, be suspicious. Perpetrators will often take your money and illegally dump items to avoid the disposal fee. Drop off up to three household items for free at the Waste Reduction Center. (Disposal fees apply for additional items.)
Only set out large items during your scheduled set out period. Residents in the Urban Services District can sign up for set out reminders using the Recycle Coach app. Residents outside the Urban Services District should call their contracted waste hauler for information.
Dispose of large items like tires and furniture at Pop-Up Drop-Off events – free recycling and large item disposal events for residents of Jefferson County.
Get ready to embrace summer vibes at Kissel Entertainment's Summer Kick-Off Carnival at Lynn Family Stadium!
With over 100 exciting activities, including rides, games, and more, this carnival promises endless fun.
Daily tickets are priced at $40 (Monday-Thursday) and $45 (Friday-Sunday). For those seeking a lighter experience, admission tickets without rides, games, or food can be purchased for just $10.
Each month, artists and shops of the Mellwood Art Center open their doors so you can explore and shop with them for unique handmade goods, fine art, and more!
Guests can enjoy dinner at Danny Mac’s Pizza or Soul Hi Vegan and try unique craft brews at Butchertown Brewing. Find opportunities to try new things, buy art, and just learn about what’s going on in the arts community at Mellwood!
Pets on-leash are allowed in our facility, but individual businesses or studios may have restrictions on animals for health and safety reasons.
This month, you can also check out an art exhibition in the Pigment Gallery from 6:30 to 9 p.m.
Open Studio Nights are free and open to the public with free parking.
When Muhammad Ali passed away on June 3, 2016, the city of Louisville came together in an unprecedented show of unity and support. Every year in that spirit, we gather for the first week of June and remember the champion by celebrating his city.
Join the Muhammad Alli Center for a week of activities that highlight his impact, his core principles, and the city he called home. The Muhammad Ali Center is proud to host the 7th Annual Ali Festival, join them in honoring greatness!
For the full list of events for the week, click here.
The Office for Safe and Healthy Neighborhoods and the Whitney Strong Foundation combine their experience, evidence-based trainings to offer a dynamic session that will highlight the public health issue of gun-violence and train on proven strategies led by prevention and health experts.
Join them at Louisville Slugger Field and learn how to proactively mobilize your neighborhood against gun violence, rapidly stop a gun or knife wound bleed, understand the mental health consequences of violence, safely handle firearms, and spot suicide with Question, Persuade, Refer Suicide Prevention training.
Honor our military men and women who have sacrificed their lives for our country at the second annual Louisville H.E.R.O. (Honor Earned, Remembrance Owed) Run/Walk/Ruck 5K. This unique event will feature a commemorative medal for all finishers.
Proceeds will benefit the University of Louisville's Salute to Service Scholarship fund as well as Veterans Club Inc.
The event will take place at the University of Louisville Cardinal Park Track Stadium. The 5K route will leave the track and field stadium, take participants through the beautiful University of Louisville campus, and finish on the track.
Participate in the 5K Walk/Run/Ruck for a $25 registration fee, while registration for Military/Veterans is $20. Kids 12 and under can also choose to run the free 100-meter run.
Packet pickup will be Friday from 2 to 6 p.m. at Mission BBQ (4607 Shelbyville Road). Race day packet pickup and registration will happen from 7 to 8 a.m. at Cardinal Park Track Stadium.
This family-friendly event welcomes participants of all fitness levels, ages, and abilities!
Celebrate the 231st birthday of the Commonwealth on Saturday with the Frazier History Museum!
Museum admission will be "pay-what-you-wish" from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. It will be a fun day to learn and explore the state’s history in the Commonwealth exhibition and its pop culture in the Cool Kentucky exhibition! Be among the first to see new items on display in Cool Kentucky.
There will be special programming for the entire family, including:
Tour of New Objects in Cool Kentucky, led by director of exhibit ideation Casey Harden, at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.
“Kentucky Stories and Song,” with curator of guest experience Mick Sullivan, in the Brown-Forman Theatre, at 11:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m.
Trivia Questions with Roving Reporter Ken Tucky, played by communications and research specialist Simon Meiners, who dishes out prizes for correct answers.
Join The Parklands, WLKY, and fellow park lovers to raise funds for the annual operations and maintenance of the nearly 4,000-acre, donor and visitor-supported park system!
The Parklands & WLKY 5K supports The Parklands Fund, the annual fund campaign that raises money to support maintenance and operations of The Parklands, which does not receive tax dollars for annual operations. The Parklands is open 365 days a year with zero entry fee. It features over 60 miles of trails for hiking and biking—including a mountain bike park and a 19-mile, ADA-certified, multi-use paved trail that spans the length of the park—and 22 miles of paddling trail along Floyds Fork. Thanks to community support, a safe, clean, fun and beautiful experience is provided during millions of visits to The Parklands every year.
In addition to supporting the parks you know and love, each participant will receive a race medal and the 2023 5K t-shirt!
Get ready for an adventurous day of outdoor recreation at Shawnee Park with hiking, fishing, biking, climbing, and archery! All equipment will be provided.
This is an all-ages event, a parent/legal guardian must accompany anyone under the age of 18. Shawnee Outdoor Adventure Day is free and open to the public. No need for a fishing license!
The 29th annual tour will feature private gardens in the Crescent Hill neighborhood as well as the grounds of the historic Peterson-Dumesnil House. Spend your Saturday taking in the sights and smells of unique urban garden spaces and the creativity of local gardeners.
Tours of the historic Peterson-Dumesnil House as well as tours of the House grounds will be available throughout the day with a garden ticket purchase.
Peterson-Dumesnil House tours will be available at 10 a.m., 11 a.m. and 12 p.m. only, so come early if you'd like to see this historic treasure!
Peterson-Dumesnil grounds tours will be available on the half hour at 9:30 a.m., 10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.
Tickets are available the day of the tour at the Peterson-Dumesnil House, or in advance here.
GlobaLou Festival presented by Americana Community Center returns to Iroquois Park this Saturday! Musicians, dancers, food vendors, and artisans from all around Louisville have been invited to come share their cultures and celebrate our international community with you.
The festival is family-friendly and includes a kid zone featuring a bounce castle, scavenger hunt, and other exciting summer activities for children. GlobaLou is free to attend and open to the public.
Held the first weekend in June and located in one of Louisville's oldest neighborhoods is the Butchertown Art Fair.
Showcasing diverse, high-quality artists from throughout the region and beyond, the Butchertown Art Fair is a juried art show that features handcrafted artwork from more than 60 artists. Along with all the great art, the event features live music, local food trucks, beer and wine selections, and the classic tree-canopied ambiance of Franklin Street. The Butchertown Art Fair celebrates the vibrant, historic identity of the neighborhood and sustains its identity through the funds it generates.
This year's art show will take place on the 800 block of Franklin Street, Saturday 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Sunday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Come out for the 2nd annual Israeli Street Fair at the Trager Family JCC this Sunday and enjoy Israeli music, food trucks, cocktails & mocktails, arts & crafts, a Kid Zone and a Market featuring local artists!
Vendors include Adath Jeshurun Giftshop, Berry Best Farm, Moshe Monzon, Cordoba Gourmet, Jewish Dragon Designs, Jewish Family and Career Services, and more!
Enjoy food from Meesh Meesh Falafel, Al Prince Mediterranean, Ramiro’s Cantina, Seafood Lady, Spinelli’s Pizzeria and plenty of refreshing beverages!
DJ Aaron Thompson will be spinning tunes throughout the entire day, and there will be a special performance at 1 p.m. by Cantor Lipp, Cantor Hordes and Cantor Adesnik.
Head down to Festival Plaza in Waterfront Park for the Kentucky Humane Society’s Waggin’ Tail on the Waterfront – Louisville’s favorite dog-friendly family festival!
More than 1,500 animal lovers and dogs will attend the annual festival, featuring live music, food trucks, pop-up bars, vendors, adoptable pups, games, and more!
Waggin’ Tail has something for everyone! The event will feature music by The Aesthetic, food trucks including All Thaid’ Up, Bamba Eggroll Co, Celtic Pig and Lil Cheezer’s, along with refreshing beverages from Mile Wide Brewery, Tito’s Handmade Vodka, and Castle & Key. There will be dozens of vendors selling an array of goods, as well as fun for the pups with puppicchinos and pupsicles by Brutus Bone Broth, paint-your-own canvases for dogs and kids, a Kissing Booth with EthanAlmighty, a raffle for a custom pet portrait by Zach Lowe, and so much more!
Day-of tickets are $15 for adults and $5 for children 12 and under. Proceeds from Waggin’ Tail on the Waterfront benefit homeless cats, dogs, and horses in the community. Get your tickets here.
231 E. Witherspoon St., Louisville, KY 40202
UPCOMING LOUISVILLE SPORTS
Louisville City FC - Saturday, June 10th, 8 p.m. versus Memphis 901 FC at Lynn Family Stadium
If you see a streetlight out in your neighborhood (or anywhere in Louisville), please note the address and report it to LG&E for repair. Click here to fill out the online form to report broken or malfunctioning streetlights. We always recommend adding your contact information to the request, so a technician who has questions can contact you. LG&E makes repairs during the day. Make sure you follow up if the streetlight hasn’t been repaired within seven (7) days.
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LMPD reminder: Please secure your property and stay vigilant!
The city has seen an increase of illegal activity, including vandalism, vehicle thefts, items stolen from vehicles, and gun shots reported over the past year. Here are several tips from LMPD that may seem simple but could be very effective in preventing crime in our neighborhoods!
Immediately report any suspicious person, activity (gunshots), or vehicles to (502) 574-7111 or (502) 574-TIPS. This is not just for vehicle vandalism but drug activity, home/garage vandalism, gun shots - ANY suspicious activity! Make a police report!
- Never leave anything of value in your vehicle; this includes laptops, purses, GPS devices, and even loose change. - Always lock your vehicle doors. - Remove garage door openers from vehicles usually parked outside. - Do not leave your keys in your vehicle. Do not warm up your vehicles without you in them! - Do not leave the windows of you vehicle open, or partially open. - Consider additional lighting around your property; try to park your vehicle in a well-lit area. - Never leave a firearm unprotected in your vehicle.
Please remember to not leave your vehicle running and unattended!
Metro Emergency Repair Program
Eligibility criteria:
Must be owner occupied for at least one year.
Not available on rental property.
Must meet income guidelines (see intake staff).
May receive assistance once in a five year period.
Louisville-Jefferson County only.
Types of repairs:
Furnace repair or replacement (October-April only).
A/C unit- repair or replacement (Requires medical statement, available May-Sept. only).
Electrical repairs/upgrades.
Water line repairs/replacement.
Sewer line repairs/replacement.
Water heater repair/replacement (gas or electric).
Peace Presbyterian Church (4210 East Indian Trail, Louisville, KY 40213)
Open every 2nd Monday of the month -- 10am - 12pm
Forest Baptist Church (4500 Petersburg Road, Louisville, KY 40218)
Open every 1st Thursday of the month -- 4pm - 6pm
Information about both pantries:
Serving households in the 40213, 40218 & 40219 Zip Codes Only
First Come, First Served Basis
Picture ID & proof of residency required!
LouieConnect
Louisville non-profits have launched a new website to help connect people in need of food, shelter, and more. Metro United Way and the Family Scholar House partnered to create LouieConnect, modeling it on a similar site created in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. When someone uses LouieConnect, the web-based app asks for basic information and then lists applicable resources nearby — from food pantries to shelters to career centers to financial literacy programs.
***Important Metro Services Phone Numbers***
Air Pollution: (502) 574-6000
Animal Services: (502) 363-6609 or (502) 361-1318
Brightside: (502) 574-2613
Community Services & Revitalization: (502) 574-4377
Congressman John Yarmuth: (502) 582-5129
IPL (Code Enforcement): (502) 574-3321
Legal Aid Society: (502) 584-1254
LG&E Business: (502) 627-3313 or (800)- 331-7370
LG&E Residential: (502) 589-1444 or (800) 331-7370
LMPD 6th Division: (502) 574-2187
LMPD Anonymous Tipline: (502) 574-LMPD (5673)
LMPD: (Non Emergency): (502) 574-7111 or (502) 574-2111
