Councilwoman
Paula McCraney
Majority Caucus Chairwoman
601 W. Jefferson Street
Louisville, KY 40202
(502) 574-1107
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Phone Numbers
of Interest
nWeiAir Pollution: 574-6000
Animal Services: 363-6609 or 361-1318
Anonymous Tipline:
574-LMPD (5673)
Brightside: 574-2613
Jefferson County Clerk's Office: 574-5700
Legal Aid: 584-1254
Metro Call: 311 or 574-5000
Metro Parks: 574-7275
Metro Police: (Non Emergency) 574-7111 or 574-2111
Metro Safe: 572-3460
or 574-7111
MSD: 587-0603
PARC: 569-6222
Poison Control: 589-8222
Property Valuation Administration: 502-574-6380
Public Works: 574-5810
Solid Waste Management (SWMS): 574-3571
TARC: 585-1234
Veteran's Affairs: 595-4447
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Hello Neighbors and Friends,
During the Metro Council Committee meetigs last week, Councilmembers adopted resolutions and ordinances and hosted discussions with the Louisville Metro Housing Authority director and several residents from the Riverport Landings, 2900 William Weathers, and the Park Duvalle senior housing complexes. Residents testified about the poor living conditions, including mold, 20-year-old filthy carpets, trash pickup, and disrespectful residential staff. Due to time constraints, another meeting will be scheduled to discuss the issues further and talk with the Louisville Metro Codes & Regulations director.
The request from the City of Graymoor-Devondale to annex the contiguous Louisville Metro tract of land within the Bull Run townhomes development was approved by the Government Oversight and Audit Committee. It will appear on Thursday’s Council Meeting Consent Calendar. That means the annexation will be approved without dissent unless one of the Councilmembers asks that it be moved from the Consent Calendar and placed on Old Business for further discussion. Once the Metro Council approves this annexation, the entire Bull Run project and all future road fund and insurance premium taxes will be under the jurisdiction of the City of Graymoor-Devondale.
Thursday’s Council meeting should be pretty routine, and we should wrap things up with little fanfare. Speaking of routine, school starts Wednesday for JCPS, so as teachers are preparing their classrooms before Wednesday, including purchasing school supplies, decorating bulletin boards, and arranging seating assignments, think about how you can be of assistance to them and help our students succeed this year. Teachers could use more adults to volunteer in their classrooms. They could also use our help with school supplies. Purchase some pens, pencils, paper, and other essential classroom materials and drop them off at a school near you or be sure to keep your children well-stocked throughout the year. While you’re at it, why not call your neighborhood school and volunteer? I did! On tomorrow morning, around 7:15 a.m., I will volunteer at Wilder Elementary to welcome the car riders and wish them a successful school year. I am super excited and plan to lay out my “school” clothes the night before in anxious anticipation.
Lastly, please keep in mind the various start times for each school and pack your patience until the kinks are worked out. Drive responsibly, prepare your child for success by using inspiring and affirming words in your conversations, and lead by example. We’re all in this together, so let’s do our part to support JCPS and its teachers, administrators, and students.
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THANK YOU TO THE CITY OF ST. MATTHEWS AND THE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE OF ST. MATTHEWS FOR A FUN-FILLED AND FINANCIALLY SUCCESSFUL AND HONORABLE WEEK OF FUNDRAISING ACTIVITIES FOR OUR HERO, OFFICER WILT, WITH THE LMPD. THE WEEK-LONG ACTIVITIES RAISED...
$170,000!!!!
THANK YOU, COMMUNITY!
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I ran into one of the City of St. Matthew's finest - Colonel Barry Wilkerson, Chief of Police. We chatted a while and I met his lovely family. However, I missed the opportunity to throw a ball to dunk him in the dunking booth. That fun event happened the next day. I heard citizens dunked him several time. What a good sport for a great cause!
Here I am with Andy Armadillo, the beloved Texas Roadhouse mascot. The armadillo mascot has been creating smiles since the establishment of the first Texas Roadhouse restaurant in February of 1993. The mascot lived up to expectations of making people smile by busting a move - cutting a rug - dancing up a storm - at the Wilt Week event in the City of St. Matthews.
Shout out to Texas Roadhouse for donating 100% of its proceeds from all four restaurants during last Tuesday's dining experiences. They announced a $13,500 donation to the Louisville Metro Police Department Foundation to support the ongoing recovery of police officer Nickolas Wilt. Texas Roadhouse, YOU ARE AWESOME!
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This picture shows the St. Matthews Fire Department's demonstration of a rescue mission for someone who might be trapped in a burning car.
It was fascinating to watch as the firemen clawed their way through the heavy doors. They worked as a team and wasted no time getting inside the car to "rescue" the pretend accident victim.
The citizens of St. Matthews and the surrounding home rule cities can rest assured that the brave men and women of the fire department are well trained, dedicated, and always ready to render aid when and where needed.
Thanks, SMFD, for your service!
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Below: In full force were the Louisville Metro Police Department's newest Police Academy recruits at the Peterson-Dumesnil House for the Division 5 National Night Out. These fine men and women in blue mingled with citizens and pitched in where needed during the event. From set-up to break-down, they were on the scene ready to serve. LMPD's future is very bright!
Thanks to the hundreds of people who attended and donated to this year's EggFEST. Last year's annual event raised A RECORD $35,263.18 for Kentucky Harvest and A Recipe to End Hunger. The amount raised this year will be announced during an official check presentation in the next week.
Thanks also to all the companies, organizations, and individuals who participated in the event by cooking wonderful food and providing samples. The food was delicious and the fellowship from table to table and tent to tent was fantastic. The EggFEST is always a great time. Mark your calendar for the 2024 event - it's not too early to get ready for the fun!
Congratulations to the new champion of the Chopped Competition, Chef Serge Katz, FlavaVille Food Truck. Henry Wesley, Chef, 8UP, was a former two-time winner of the chopped competition and presented well once again this year. The other fabulous chef in the competition was Jarrod W. Prince with the Copper Kitchen Food Truck.
CONGRATULATIONS, AND THANK YOU, GENTLEMEN! Your incredible work benefitted a lot of people experiencing hunger.
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Pictured left to right:
Chef Prince, Chef Katz, and Chef Wesley.
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The Department of Codes & Regulations Property Maintenance Division has a long history of involvement helping maintain Louisville's diverse neighborhoods. We are proud that over the years, our goals have remained consistent: To help prevent the deterioration of our neighborhoods by improving property maintenance and use and to maintain the highest safety and sanitation standards for the many residential and non-residential properties in our community.
The Property Maintenance Code:
- Establishes a minimum maintenance standard for such elements as basic equipment, light, ventilation, heating, sanitation and fire safety.
- Fixes responsibility among owners and occupants for following the code.
- Regulates the use of existing structures and premises.
- Provides for administration, enforcement and penalties.
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The search tool allows you to search for property maintenance cases that are currently open in Louisville. Detailed information, including the case type, location, date and more will also be shown for each case. If you have questions about the data, contact us.
Property Code Information
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Property Maintenance Division is committed to enforcing the Metro's Property Maintenance, Nuisance and Zoning Codes, which delineates the minimum health, safety and land use standards for all properties. We also help enforce the "Smoke Detector" section of the Fire Prevention Code. Fair but vigorous enforcement of these codes is one of the best ways to ensure that all properties within Louisville Metro are safe, sound and sanitary. However, it's a job that can't be done without your help.
We all want to make our community better, safer and a healthier place to live and work. With your help, we can build a partnership of pride and concern for our community.
Submit a concern about a property:
Vacant & Abandoned Properties
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Source: Louisville Metro Government Website: Codes & Regulations | LouisvilleKY.gov
The Human Relations Commission monitors contract compliance for entities doing business with Louisville Metro Government as well as certify businesses that are Minority Owned, Woman Owned, Disabled Owned, Service-Disabled Veteran Owned, and LGBT Owned. Additionally, they have a legally chartered responsibility to enforce anti-discrimination laws in Louisville Metro/Jefferson County, Kentucky.
Free summer movie season continues at Iroquois Amphitheater with eight movies (see below) remaining on the schedule. Gates open one hour before showtime. Get there early for door prizes and giveaways. Click here for more information on movie nights, the amphitheater, or other scheduled events there.
- August 9 – Mad Max: Beyond Thunderdome (rated R) 8:30 p.m.
- August 16 – The Super Mario Bros. Movie (rated PG) 8:30 p.m.
- August 23 – Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves (rated PG-13) 8:30 p.m.
- August 31 – Goldfinger (rated PG) 8 p.m.
- September 6 – Star Trek: Into Darkness (rated PG-13) 8 p.m.
- September 13 – Pokemon: The First Movie – Mewtwo Strikes Back (rated G) 8 p.m.
- September 20 – Godzilla (Not Rated) 7:30 p.m.
- September 27 – The Rocky Horror Picture Show (rated R) 7:30 p.m.
Join us for the most unique beer, wine and food tasting in town!
Brew at the Zoo with Wine and Food, Too! is not your usual tasting event! Brew is a fundraising experience, hosted by Friends of the Louisville Zoo. This event raises funds for the advancement of special Zoo projects and initiatives that support species conservation and education.
Unlike other beer, food and wine tastings in town, this is your exclusive opportunity to celebrate wildlife and join like-minded adults who share a passion for animals, the Zoo — and food, beer and wine, too! A percentage of your admission ticket is tax deductible.
The refreshed Brew at the Zoo with Wine and Food, Too! fundraising event will feature an all-inclusive, VIP guest experience for everyone. Attendees can expect delectable catered food, delicious beverage tastings, animal encounters and special engagements with zookeeper staff. Plus, enjoy entertainment including live music from Mary Mary in the Oasis Field, oversized lawn games, and a silent disco in the Zoo’s shaded Islands habitat area alongside orangutans, tigers and more! Be sure to save room for late-night bites from local restaurants and businesses.
All proceeds from this fundraising event will benefit Friends of the Louisville Zoo and their support of the Zoo's work to conserve species. A small percentage of proceeds will also benefit area non-profit organizations recruited to provide pourer services at the event.
Come out and enjoy an unforgettable evening of Jazz under the stars. This Annual Event is FREE to the public (no tickets required), bring your chair/blanket and come ready to enjoy the amazing Jazz Artists.
Ticket Information: www.soccerball2023.givesmart.com
Ever wish you could remove highlighter marks from a book? Lemon juice fades highlighter enough to make it virtually undetectable. Cut a lemon in half and get some juice on a cotton swab. Run the swab over the highlighted text and watch the color fade.
Source: FamilyHandyman.com
Having issues with high grass, illegal parking, street repairs, or other Code Enforcement concerns in the community? Contact 311!
Metro311 Service Request Information
- Submit a Service Request in the online system.
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Only service requests for the past 30 days will be accessible in the system. If you need information on an older request, please call Metro 311 for status.
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To receive email notifications of the status of your service request you must have an account and you must have included your email address when you created your account. You can create a new account and report a new issue.
- Not all issues you put a service request in for require you to login. Some issues may be submitted anonymously, such as reporting a pothole and property maintenance cases, for instance. But having an account will allow you to track the progress and status of the request.
- The outlined or highlighted area on the map indicates the area which is serviced by Louisville Metro Government.
If you do not see a category which corresponds to your issue, please call Metro311 at 311.
To read about the most recent VA Medical Center construction events, go to:
https://www.va.gov/louisville-health-care/programs/new-robley-rex-va-medical-center
To request weekly updates about the construction events, send an email requesting updates to: LOUVAMCCONSTRUCTION@USACE.ARMY.MIL
For ALL construction-related inquiries, please email:
LOUVAMCCONSTRUCTION@USACE.ARMY.MIL
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Metro Louisville now has an interactive map that will allow you to see what is happening in your neighborhood as well as others across the city. The map updates daily and if you choose you can receive alerts for your area by subscribing using the red receive alerts button on the page. Click here to try it out: Interactive Map to Track Crime.
Message from the LMPD 8th Division
Please make note of the below tips to help make sure theft doesn't happen to you.
- Never leave anything of value in your vehicle; this includes laptops, purses, GPS devices and even loose change.
- Do not leave your vehicle running while unattended.
- Always lock your vehicle doors.
- Remove garage door openers from vehicles when parked outside.
- Do not leave your keys in your vehicle, this includes key-fobs.
- Do not leave the windows of your vehicle open, or partially open.
- Try to park your vehicle in a well-lit area.
- Never leave a firearm unprotected in your vehicle.
- Immediately report any suspicious person, or vehicle to (502) 574-7111.
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Need to dispose of unwanted bulk items? Click the link below for details regarding Pop-Up Drop-Off event dates around Louisville. Click HERE
Accepted Items:
- Up to 3 electronic items (recycled)
- Metal & appliances - no refrigerators, freezers, dehumidifiers or any items containing Freon (recycled)
- Up to 4 passenger tires (recycled)
- Household recyclables, follow curbside rules (recycled)
- Yard waste, follow curbside rules, wooden pallets (composted)
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Large household items (landfilled)
- Documents for shredding (recycled)
- Prescription medication (disposed properly)
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Stay aware of new development in your area! Sign up for Gov Delivery notifications at:
https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/KYLOUISVILLE/subscriber/new
On January 1, 2019, a new Comprehensive Plan, called Plan 2040, went into effect. As a resident of District 7 (or any district in Louisville), it is important to review the Comprehensive Plan if you are interested in development that is proposed for the neighborhood. The Comprehensive Plan is the guidepost for all development, and the Planning Commission must use it as one of the guiding principles and tools for making decisions regarding the approval or denial of a neighborhood development project.
Read The Comprehensive Plan (Plan 2040)
The Comprehensive Plan is representative of over 6,000 voices, including Metro staff, an advisory committee, and resident volunteers. The Advisory Committee, made up of diverse representatives from neighborhood and community organizations as well as development and business interests, finalized its recommended goals, objectives, and policies on February 21, 2018.
On April 16, 2018, the Planning Commission recommended the Comprehensive Plan for approval. The document was then reviewed by the Metro Council as well as 12 local municipalities with zoning authority for formal adoption. Those 12 local municipalities are: Anchorage, Douglass Hills, Graymoor-Devondale, Hurstbourne, Indian Hills, Jeffersontown, Lyndon, Middletown, Prospect, Shively, St. Matthews, and St. Regis Park.
Louisville Metro Council livestreams all of its regular meetings and committee meetings on Facebook Live.
To see all meetings on Facebook Live, go to the Metro Council Facebook page by clicking here.
The public can also view all council and committee meetings on Metro TV, Spectrum Cable Channel 184 or on UVERSE at Channel 99. Proceedings are live streamed from the Metro Council Clerk’s Archived Media page here.
To watch the Council meeting and access the agenda and related attachments, click HERE.
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Click below to read the social media policy of the Louisville Metro Council:
https://louisvilleky.gov/government/metro-council/louisville-metro-council-social-media-public-comment-policy.
District 7 Disclaimer: By taking part in District 7 events, you grant Councilwoman Paula McCraney full rights to use the images resulting from photograph/video filming. Councilwoman McCraney will have the right to any reproductions or adaptations of the images for inclusion in her e-Newsletter or other Council publications. This might include, but is not limited to, the right to use them in printed and online materials, social media and news releases.
If you do not wish to be photographed, please Contact Us prior to the event.
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