The Mayor reached out after the vote with his gratitude and he mentioned his focus on execution. I look forward to seeing his administration deliver on this first term budget and will continue to focus on oversight.

I know many have seen and written to my office about my proposed moratorium on development in the Floyds Fork DRO until the Planning Commission completes the review of that code that we asked for over a year ago. I want to be clear that I generally have concerns with moratoriums from a policy point of view. They infringe on private property rights and we should all be very, very careful when using this policy tool. I am proposing this as I believe this is the only way we will be taken seriously in our efforts to improve the development code inside Floyds Fork to ensure the long-term sustainability of this critical environmentally sensitive watershed area.

As a reminder, I proposed a review of that portion of the code over a year ago in a bipartisan manner. We requested that review be done quickly as there was a lot of proposed development in the area and we had convincing evidence of irreparable harm being done to the area. The first public meeting wasn’t held until about a month ago. Meanwhile, the Administration and Planning Commission figured out how to address the short-term rental code in a manner of months. If this is the only tool I have to be clear about how serious this issue is, then we will use it. I plan on debating this at the next Planning and Zoning Committee meeting and passing it with broad support. If the Administration and Planning Commission moves with a greater sense of urgency around this issue, then it will be moot and not impact legitimate, sustainable development in the area. 

I hope everyone is enjoying your summer and my office remains committed to serving you.

Humbly Yours,

Anthony Piagentini

Public Meetings/Notices

• Click the dates below to view the Weekly Activity Report for that week.
  • IARC Weekly Activity Report 06.21.23.pdf
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  • Quota Retail Liquor by the Package, NQ Retail Malt Beverage by the Package, NQ4 Retail Malt Beverage by the Drink, and Sampling license(s) being applied for, located at 12488 LaGrange Road, Louisville, KY. 40245.  The ad ran in The Courier Journal Friday, June 16, 2023.

    • Courier Journal ABC Ad.pdf
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  • QuikTrip - Neighborhood Meeting Mail Out 6-21-2023.pdf
    
    

Job Opportunities at Whitefield Academy Preschool

Whitefield Academy Preschool East Campus is hiring for the 2023-24 school year!  Positions include teachers, floaters, and a cook for the school year.  Come join a great team and have fun with our students in the preschool.   Please see our website, Whitefield.org for more information and to fill out an application. 

Hildegard House Volunteer Opportunity!

Join our Compassionate Community! 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 Friday, July 14 from 6-8pm and Saturday, July 15 from 9 am to 4 pm. To learn more about volunteering and register at www.hildegardhouse.org or call Volunteer Coordinator Jana McNally at (502) 581-8267.

Connect with Nature Brick by Brick- Louisville Zoo!

Sean Kenney’s Nature Connects® Exhibit Made with LEGO® Bricks Opens at Louisville Zoo Louisville Zoo visitors can enjoy brand new larger-than-life sculptures in Sean Kenney’s Nature Connects® exhibit made with LEGO bricks June 16 through September 17, 2023. The exhibit includes 15 sculptures including an 83-inch-tall moth orchid, a 77-inch-tall goldfinch, a 60-inch-tall snail on a mushroom and a 76-inch-tall hummingbird. The art is made from over 203,000 LEGO bricks. Produced by Imagine Exhibitions, Nature Connects depicts important topics that New York artist Sean Kenney holds dear, from protecting an animal’s habitat to planting a garden. “All of the themes that Sean focuses on are intrinsic components of the Louisville Zoo’s mission ‘To Better the Bond Between People and Our Planet,’ said Louisville Zoo Director Dan Maloney. “We are excited to welcome this impressive exhibit back to the Zoo with new sculptures made from one of the world’s most popular toys, and allow our community and guests see nature from a new, unique perspective.” Tom Zaller, CEO of Imagine Exhibitions, shared that the company “is proud to partner with Sean Kenney to bring the creative vision of Nature Connects to the Louisville Zoo. The messages in the exhibition about our connection to nature are beautifully presented and effectively weaved into the story in the hopes of inspiring visitors to think more about mankind’s impact on the greater world around us.” Nature Connects® is free with Louisville Zoo admission or membership.  The Zoo is open daily year-round. Spring / summer hours are 10 a.m. ─ 5 p.m. (enjoy until 6 p.m.). The Zoo is closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day. Visit louisvillezoo.org.

Pop-Up Drop-Off Events Around Louisville

Needing to dispose of items? Click the link below and it will provide you with all the details regarding Pop-Up Drop-Off events around Louisville.  Click HERE

Stay Informed

Report Potholes

We need your help reporting potholes, use one of the methods below:

1. Use an online form by clicking here.
2. Use Twitter by sending the location of the hole to @LouMetro311 and include the hashtag #502pothole.
3. Call Metro311 or 574-5000 to report potholes or any other issues.
4. You can also call my office at 574-1119 or email chanelle.smith@louisvilleky.gov and we'll turn it in on your behalf.

To report a pothole on an interstate in Jefferson County, go to the “contact us” dropdown menu and select “report a hazard” on KYTC’s website http://transportation.ky.gov or click here.

Guidelines for Calling the Police

New Kentucky Drivers License Info

Find the Latest Crime & Safety Info from LMPD

Crime Trends from Louisville Metro Police  Click here and view our interactive crime mapping tool. Save it in your favorites, it's updated daily. Forward this email to your friends and family!  Or use the crime mapping iPhone app: Crime Mapping | Louisville Metro PD, KY (louisville-police.org) If you see crime occurring, please contact the Louisville Metro Police Department. Call 911 for emergencies. Call 502-574-7111 for non-emergency related help or to find a towed vehicle. Call 574-LMPD to report crime tips.

Join a Board or Commission

If you are interested in volunteering for one of Louisville Metro Government's Boards and Commissions, now is the time to start. By being a part of a board or commission, you will offer your time and your talents to improve the quality of life in our community.

There are approximately 100 boards and commissions with many areas of interest, including business and economic development, land planning, parks and recreation, public health and public safety.

To learn more about applications, please visit Boards and Commissions - List | LouisvilleKY.gov