Residents of Jefferson County have three more opportunities to comment before the Louisville Metro Comprehensive Review Commission as it continues its review of metro government since merger. The 15-member commission was tasked by the Kentucky General Assembly with reviewing such things as the roles and duties of the mayor and the Metro Council, the taxing powers of metro government, relations between metro government and suburban cities, and the distribution and provision of services provided by different governmental entities.
The next meeting of the commission will be at Eastern High School on Monday, July 24 beginning at 6 p.m. Those who wish to speak can sign up as early as 5:30 p.m. Click here for more information, including videos and minutes of previous meetings.
The next Pop-Up Drop-Off event is scheduled for tomorrow from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. at Metro Fleet Services, 3515 Newburg Road. This is a great opportunity for Jefferson County residents to responsibly get rid of electronics, prescription medication, documents, and more. For a complete list of accepted items and more information on these events, click here. The next Pop-Up Drop-Off will be August 26 at U of L's Shelby Campus located at 440 N. Whittington Parkway.
A public hearing will be held Wednesday, August 2 regarding the proposed Kroger at 10010 Ballardsville Road. The Development Review Committee will meet at 1 p.m. to consider this project and others on the agenda. Use the link above or contact the case manager at jonathan.lawler@louisvilleky.gov for more information (site plan, agency comments, etc.) or to comment on the case if you can't attend the meeting in person.
The Center for Neighborhoods is now accepting applications for this fall's Neighborhood Institute, a program designed to equip local leaders with the skills and resources necessary to initiate positive change through their neighborhood, homeowner, or condo association. Classes will meet every Tuesday from 6-8 p.m. beginning August 8 at 1126 Berry Boulevard, Suite 300. Dinner is provided. There is no charge to attend, but space is limited. Click here or email Ja'mel Armstrong at jamela@centerforneighborhoods.org to apply.
Beginning Tuesday, applications will be accepted for the 2023 Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Summer Subsidy Cooling Component and the Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP). These federally-funded programs are designed to help offset the cost of higher utility bills. Applicants must be residents of Jefferson County with a household income at or below 150% of the federal poverty guidelines to be eligible. Eligible households for LIHEAP assistance receive a one-time benefit ranging from $50 to $250 depending on income levels and housing category. The LIHWAP also provides a one-time benefit to eligible households, with amounts ranging from $50 to $100.
Applications will be accepted until September 22 or until funds are depleted. To apply, call 991-8391 or click here. Required documentation and more information are included in the link.
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