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Monday, August 7, 2023
6:30pm
Highview Baptist Church
7711 Fegenbush Lane
Mayor announces details for Applegate Lane community meeting Investigators also announce new burglary charges for suspect accused of stockpiling potentially dangerous materials
Mayor Craig Greenberg announced details on Thursday for a community meeting to inform neighbors and answer questions about the ongoing hazardous materials investigation on Applegate Lane in Highview. The meeting will be held Monday, August 7, at 6:30 p.m. at Highview Baptist Church at 7711 Fegenbush Lane.
Representatives from each of the agencies involved in the investigation, including Louisville Metro Emergency Services, Louisville Metro Police Department (LMPD), Louisville Fire Department, Fern Creek Fire and EMS, Louisville Metro Public Health and Wellness and state and federal partners, will be on hand at the meeting to provide information and answer questions about the next steps in the investigation and the planned and monitored controlled burn of the property.
Due to space concerns, attendance is limited to those who live, work or care for individuals in the immediate surrounding area of Applegate Lane. Attendees are asked to bring a photo ID or piece of mail confirming their address. The meeting will also be streamed live on MetroTV’s Facebook page at www.facebook.com/loumetrotv.
Councilman Jeff Hudson added “Representatives from a variety of agencies both local and federal have been working since late last week to resolve this situation. Every effort is being made to put your safety first, while also recognizing the many complications faced in securing this home. I thank those from the Mayor’s Office, Fern Creek Fire, Louisville Metro EMS, ATF, Kentucky National Guard, FBI and others for and joining together to hold informational meetings as well as going door-to-door to do all we can to update and inform those people living and working near Applegate Lane".
Metro Government to Contact Neighbors Door-to-Door
Beginning Thursday evening, Louisville Metro Government personnel and recruits from LMPD, Metro Corrections, Emergency Medical Services, Emergency Management, Councilman Jeff Hudson and Mayor Greenberg himself, along with members of his administration, will begin a door-to-door canvassing operation to notify residents of the meeting. Additionally, community members will be contacted through multiple channels including calls, text alerts and through community partnerships.
“I know that people have a lot of questions about this situation and the process by which we’re trying to resolve it as safely and swiftly as possible,” said Mayor Greenberg. “I want the neighbors that we’ll begin contacting this evening to know that the Metro employees knocking door-to-door are there to help and provide information about this important meeting where we’re going to make sure your questions get answered.”
Safely Disposing Materials
Louisville Metro Emergency Services is coordinating a multi-agency response to this situation. After convening experts in explosives and hazardous chemicals, including from the FBI and other agencies, Mayor Greenberg announced this week a planned, monitored and controlled burn of the facility is the only safe way to dispose of the contents of the home. This was deemed necessary as the chaotic condition of the home, which is heavily strewn with trash and debris, makes safe manual or robotic removal of materials impossible.
The monitored and controlled burn will be meticulously planned and carried out under optimal atmospheric and weather conditions to safely incinerate the contents of the home, including any explosive materials. The home and its contents remain fenced off and protected by LMPD personnel and monitoring equipment.
“Efforts to carry out the monitored and controlled burn of this home are progressing, and I want the community to know the scene remains safe and secure,” said Mayor Greenberg. “We believe the area surrounding the home is safer than it has been in years.”
New Charges for Suspect
Also Thursday, investigators announced new charges for 53-year-old Marc Hibel, the suspect in the hazardous materials investigation. Hibel is charged with first-degree burglary and second-degree burglary in addition to the initial charges of wanton endangerment announced last week. Hibel remains incarcerated at the Louisville Metro Department of Corrections.
New Webpage Launched
Metro Government has also updated the informational webpage Mayor Greenberg announced on Tuesday with details about the investigation and planned next steps for safely eliminating the hazardous materials inside the home. The page now contains a list of common questions Metro Government has been receiving about this situation, and it will continue to be updated as more information becomes available. That webpage can be found at:
https://louisvilleky.gov/government/emergency-services/applegate-safety.
(Pop/Rock/County)
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Last FridayFest of the Year!
All shows are free to attend and run from 6-10pm. Bring a cooler, picnic basket or grab some food from I Love Juice Bar a hamburger or hotdog from Crowler Catering and Highview Ice Cream and Coffee.
You are encouraged to bring a chair or blanket to enjoy the show.
Highview Park is located at 7201 Outer Loop.
Please enter through Briscoe Lane.
Remaining Shows:
August 4 - All That Band with Club House Troubadours (Pop/Rock/County)
For the most up to date information visit FridayFest Facebook Page
The applicant is hosting a neighborhood meetings on the following proposal.
Property: 8314 Casualwood Way
Case # 23-DDP-0050
Case Manager: Ethan Lett
ethan.lett@louisvilleky.gov
Summary of Project:
The proposal is to construct 9 single family lots and 1 multi-family lot at 9314 Casualwood Way. The multi-family lot will be 9.34 acres and will house four 3.5 story apartment buildings for a total of 112 dwelling units. Parking and amenities such as a dog park, playground, and walking trail will be provided on site for these apartments.
Meeting Information:
Monday, August 14, 2023
6:00pm
Central Government Center
7201 Outer Loop
 For the full meeting notice including all maps and contact information Click Here.
Wednesday, August 23
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Wednesday, September 6
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The Louisville Bats are once again offering "Community Night" tickets to local Louisville non-profits organizations to attend the Bats games scheduled for Wednesday, August 23rd at 6:35pm or Wednesday, September 6th at 6:35pm
Use the following link to request tickets:
Louisville Bats Community Night Ticket Request
Questions please contact Hana at: hibrahim@batsbaseball.com
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Always Remember to Lock Your Car and Remove All Valuables, it's the Easiest Way to Prevent Crime
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If you see crime occurring, please contact the Louisville Metro Police Department. Call 911 for emergencies.
Call 502-574-7111 for non-emergency related assistance.
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