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Starting September 4, 2023 Basham Construction is planning to begin work to replace a culvert on South Watterson Trail just north of Ferndale Rd.
Associated with this work will be roadway improvements north of the culvert to secure the retaining walls which exist currently and repaving of the roadway within those limits. Construction is anticipated to last until November 22, 2023.
Below is the planned detour which will be in place through the duration of the project.
Click to view map as PDF
Jefferson County residents may drop off tree debris for free.
Tree debris only
Residents only. No businesses.
Residents will be asked to provide address.
Location: 535 Meriwether Avenue
(across the street from the Solid Waste office)
Dates & Hours:
- Wednesday, August 30 - Friday, September 1, 3pm - 7pm
- Saturday, September 2, 7am - 7pm
- Tuesday, September 5 - Friday, September 8, 3pm- 7pm (Site will be closed September 3 & 4.)
Contractors and businesses who are hauling debris are invited to use the Waste Reduction Center for the usual fee.
Visit Louisvilleky.gov/WRC for details.
U.S. EPA on-site to remediate mercury found at 6211 Applegate Lane Home.
Home is located next to property that is subject to potential "controlled burn" and was used by defendant as a residence.
Professionals from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) returned to Louisville this week to safely remediate mercury found at 6211 Applegate Lane. The mercury was initially found inside and outside the home (within the fenced area) during EPA’s visit to Louisville the week of August 14, 2023. A final decision has not yet been made on the best and safest path forward to remediate the property at 6213 Applegate Lane.
“Both Applegate Lane houses remain secure and are under constant surveillance. Our administration continues to plan for a monitored and controlled burn of 6213 Applegate Lane,” said Mayor Craig Greenberg. “We will provide an updated timeline as soon as possible. We’re grateful to have our state and federal partners, including the U.S. EPA, as part of the Unified Command and we look forward to working with them to resolve this situation safely.”
EPA is coordinating with Kentucky Emergency Management and the Kentucky Department for Environmental Protection for on-site cleanup operations. The removal of the mercury is expected to take three days; restoration could take several weeks and is dependent on contractor schedules. A portion of Applegate Lane, adjacent to the home, will be restricted to local access only during the hours of the cleanup operations.
The property remains fenced, secured and under 24-hour surveillance by Louisville Metro Police.
Air monitoring performed by EPA and Louisville Metro determined the mercury concentrations inside the building are over EPA’s and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) health risk levels. These elevated concentrations are limited to inside the building and do not present health risks to persons outside.
The cleanup operations at 6211 Applegate Lane will include the removal of the concrete driveway, removal of interior items like furniture and carpet, and cleaning the tile/linoleum flooring with a sulfur compound and special vacuum.
EPA will test surfaces and air for cleanup efficacy. The goal is for mercury detections to be below 1000 ng per cubic meter. EPA will continue the remove/test cycle until the indoor air meets the cleanup goal. Once that goal is met, restoration of carpet and concrete will begin.
Residents with general questions about potential health effects of mercury exposure should call Kentucky Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.
More information about mercury and potential health effects can be found at https://www.epa.gov/mercury/basic-information-about-mercury.
For background and Frequently Asked Questions, visit https://louisvilleky.gov/government/emergency-services/applegate-safety.
WorldFest, Louisville’s premier international festival
- Three entertainment stages showcasing international, national, regional, and local performers
- A vendor village with nearly 150 international-themed arts, crafts, merchandise, and food booths
- The WorldFest Global Village highlights cultures and customs from all over the world through traditional performances
- The World of Information showcasing many different cultures and countries providing informational materials and activities
- The Parade of Cultures on Saturday, celebrating all the diverse cultures in Louisville
- The WorldFest International Kids Zone with lots of fun and educational activities and games for kids to enjoy
- A Naturalization Ceremony welcoming dozens of new American citizens to Louisville
The 21st annual WorldFest, presented by Louisville Third Century and Park Community Credit Union, kicks off on the Belvedere on Friday, Sept. 1, and runs through Monday, Sept. 4.
The four-day WorldFest features three entertainment stages showcasing more than 70 acts, along with a Global Village representing more than 20 countries, free children’s activities, a Parade of Cultures and more.
To learn more, visit https://louisvilleky.gov/government/city-events/worldfest.
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Join Mayor Craig Greenberg for the Labor Day Hike, Bike & Paddle on Monday, September 4th at the Waterfront Park Great Lawn |
HIKE! This year’s Hike will consist of a 4-mile walk with multiple marked turnaround points throughout. Travel from the Great Lawn and follow the Ohio River east to RiverPark Place and back. The furthest distance will cross the Big Four Bridge into Indiana and come back.
BIKE! Cycle from the Great Lawn out to Shawnee Park and back! The roads will be closed for you to safely travel to Iroquois, and there will be individuals riding along to help with any roadside assistance.
PADDLE! Paddlers will have the option of launching at the Harbor Lawn or the U of L Boat Docks and paddle downstream to meet the other paddlers. This year’s paddle will go from the Harbor Lawn downriver to the McAlpine Locks, through the locks and to the Shawnee Park Boat Ramp.
Beginning at 8 a.m. there will be plenty of fun, free fitness activities for you to enjoy. These include Yoga with Yoga East, Tai Chi with Nu Chapter Tai Chi Chuan & QiGong Institute, and Zumba with Nu Image Fitness.
FREE t-shirts are available to the first 2,000 people. The t-shirt tent will open at 8:30 a.m., make sure to get in line early!
The Hike, Bike & Paddle portion of the event will begin at 10 a.m. after remarks from Mayor Craig Greenberg and our Presenting Sponsor, Norton Sports Health! For more information, visit Mayor's Hike, Bike & Paddle | LouisvilleKY.gov.
Sunday morning an unrestrained dog at Highview Park injured another dog leaving that dog in need of significant medical assistance and terrifying the owner. Please remember it is required that dogs are to be kept on a leash.
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If you need to contact Animal Control, you can do so in the following ways:
Make a Service Request to Animal Control
LMAS Dispatchers are accessible to 24 hours a day to take service requests. For emergencies, please call 911.
To make a service request, call 473-PETS. If you do not reach a dispatcher, please leave a message. The more accurate the information provided the better we can serve you and address the situation. First, state your complaint and give a description of the involved animal. Next, provide the exact address you are calling about, and then your name, address and contact information.
Service Requests Taken by Metro Animal Services Include:
- Cruelty
- Inhumane treatment
- Chaining violations
- Abandonment
- Bite/quarantine cases
- Lack of necessary shelter, water & food
- Lack of veterinary care or grooming
- Unhealthy living conditions
- Confined strays and stray animals at large
- Bat in your home
*Metrocall also takes services requests Monday-Friday from 7am-7pm. Call 311, or visit the Metrocall311 customer service portal.
More information can be found at Metro Animal Services
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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, 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
You are invited to attend a review for a REVISED DETAILED DISTRICT DEVELOPMENT PLAN
Subject Property: 6460 Outer Loop
Case Number: 23-DDP-0049
Case Manager: John Michael Lawler (jonathan.lawler@louisvilleky.gov)
The Development Review Committee Meeting will be held:
Wednesday, September 6, 2023 at 1:00pm
In-Person option: 514 West Liberty Street
Options for Joining the Virtual Meeting: https://louisvilleky.gov/government/planning-design/upcoming-public-meetings
Click Plan to view as PDF
You are invited to attend a review for a Change in Zoning from R-5 single family residential to R-5A multifamily with a Revised Detailed Development Plan for 86 dwelling units with variance(s) and Binding Elements
Subject Property: 7009 S. Watterson Trl and 7909 Glaser Ln
Case Number: 23-ZONE-0063
Case Manager: Jay Luckett
(jay.luckett@louisvilleky.gov)
The Planning Commission Meeting will be held:
Thursday, September 7, 2023 at 1:00pm
In-Person option: 514 West Liberty Street
Options for Joining the Virtual Meeting: https://louisvilleky.gov/government/planning-design/upcoming-public-meetings
Click Plan to view as PDF
You are invited to attend a review for a Change in Zoning from R-4 to R-5 with a District Development Plan/Major Preliminary Subdivision Plan with Binding Elements to create 43 buildable lots.
Subject Property: 8204, 8212, 8302 and 8306 Glaser Ln.
Case Number: 23-ZONE-0052
Case Manager: Jay Luckett
(jay.luckett@louisvilleky.gov)
The Planning Commission Meeting will be held:
Monday, September 11, 2023 at 6:30pm
Central Government Center, 7201 Outer Loop
Click Plan to view as PDF
Highview Arts Center Presents Oscar Wilde's The Importance of Being Earnest
Directed by Jay Padillia, Oscar Wilde's classic tells the story of two bachelors, John ‘Jack’ Worthing and Algernon ‘Algy’ Moncrieff, who create alter egos named Ernest to escape their tiresome lives. They attempt to win the hearts of two women who, conveniently, claim to only love men called Ernest. The pair struggle to keep up with their own stories and become tangled in a tale of deception, disguise and misadventure.
Advanced Tickets are on sale now!
Performances at Highview Arts Center Are:
Thursday, September 14 at 7:30pm
Friday, September 15 at 7:30pm
Saturday, September 16 at 7:30pm
Sunday, September 17 at 2:30pm
Thursday, September 21 at 7:30pm
Friday, September 22 at 7:30pm
Saturday, September 23 at 7:30pm
Sunday, September 24 at 2:30pm
Tickets are general admission: $15 / $13 students and seniors.
Click the link to purchase advanced tickets.
Tickets may also be purchased at the door.
The Highview Arts Center is located at 7406 Fegenbush Lane
(next to Highview Hardware).
Visit them online at:
highviewartscenter.com
facebook.com/highviewarts
Get a Season Pass to all 6 HAC produced theatrical events at the Highview Arts Center! Save 20% with a season pass!
Importance of Being Earnest, September 14 - 24, 2023
A Christmas Carol, December 7 -19, 2023
Originals Night, January 18 -21, 2024
All My Passions, February 15 - 25, 2024
New Play Festival, March 14 -17, 2024
Forbidden Broadway, May 9 -19, 2024
Season Pass On Sale Now - $70
Purchase Online
Visit them online at:
highviewartscenter.com
facebook.com/highviewarts
For more information visit Louisvilleky.gov/PopUps.
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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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Click Here to view LMPD's interactive crime mapping tool.
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.
Call 574-LMPD to report crime tips |
