District 12 eNewsletter - November 1, 2023

Louisville Metro Government sent this bulletin at 11/01/2023 01:00 PM EDT

Councilman Rick Blackwell

601 West Jefferson Street

(502) 574-1112

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Heather Blazis

Legislative Assistant

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UPCOMING EVENTS
HEADLINES
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

UPCOMING EVENTS

Louisville is home to more than 53,000 internationally-born residents, representing countries and communities from all over the globe, with more newcomers arriving each day. In the new series Celebrating Our Neighborhood, the Louisville Free Public Library (LFPL), in partnership with Kentucky Refugee Ministries and Americana World Community Center, will celebrate the history and culture of our immigrant and refugee populations. In November, the series will spotlight Cuban Americans, Louisville’s largest and fastest growing immigrant community. Through four free events at LFPL’s regional and Main libraries, programs will explore Cuban history, dance, music, and cuisine.

The History of Cuba: The 1959 Cuban Revolution

Wednesday, November 8, 6:30 pm • Main Library, 301 York St.

University of Kentucky Professor of History and African American and Africana Studies Devyn Benson will explore the precedents, processes, and legacies of the 1959 Cuban Revolution. This program aims to give a better understanding of Cuban history from 1898 to the present, with special attention to the experiences of Black Cubans and their fight against racism.

The Dance of Cuba

Thursday, November 9, 6:30 pm • Southwest Regional, 9725 Dixie Hwy.

Join us for a lively evening of dance showcasing the rich and diverse Cuban culture, including salsa, rumba, mambo, and more. Plus, get a chance to learn some steps – no partner or experience required. Just bring your enthusiasm and your dancing shoes.

The Cuisine of Cuba

Wednesday, November 15, 6:30 pm • Northeast Regional, 15 Bellevoir Circle

With its burgeoning Cuban population, Louisville has seen an explosion of Cuban restaurants in the past few years. In this program we’ll learn about Cuban cooking traditions and discover how to make a staple Cuban dish with Sweet Havana Restaurant. There will be a vegetarian-friendly option. Space is limited and registration is required: LFPL.org/OurNeighborhood or (502) 574-1623.

The Music of Cuba

Thursday, November 16, 6:30 pm • South Central Regional, 7300 Jefferson Blvd.

Celebrate the diverse rhythms and melodies of Cuba. This live musical presentation will have your feet tapping as you learn about the roots of salsa, mambo, son, rumba, and others.

Spanish language interpretation will be available at all Celebrating Our Neighborhood programs. To learn more about the free series or to register for any of the programs, visit LFPL.org/OurNeighborhood, or call (502) 574-1623.

WEEK OF VALOR HONORS, CELEBRATES LOUISVILLE VETERANS

Mayor Craig Greenberg and the Veterans Community Alliance of Louisville (VCAL) have released detailed information regarding the tenth annual Mayor’s Week of Valor – a series of events to honor and celebrate the contributions and sacrifices of active-duty military, veterans and their families.

Coinciding with Veterans Day, the 2023 Mayor’s Week of Valor will feature a series of educational, patriotic, community or civic events Nov. 1 through Nov. 12, 2023.

The 2023 Week of Valor proudly boasts seventeen official events across the twelve-day celebration. Events include a Veterans Resource Fair hosted by Humana Neighborhood Center & AmeriCorps Seniors on Nov. 2, an event at the Main Louisville Free Public Library on Nov. 6, Veterans Appreciation Day at the Louisville Zoo on Nov. 11, as well as three events hosted by Bellarmine University including a Veteran/Military/First Responder Wrestling Night.

This year’s Week of Valor will also feature the return of the traditional Kentucky Veterans Parade and Celebration, to be held Saturday, Nov. 11. Not held downtown since before the COVID-19 pandemic, the traditional parade will begin at 12 p.m. and travel east on Jefferson Street from 7th St., passing the review stand and ending at 3rd St. Static display booths will be set up and open to view until 3 p.m. along 3rd St. from Market to Liberty St. and surrounding areas. Visit www.kyvetparade.com for more information.

For more information about Week of Valor events, download this flyer or visit the VCAL website at www.vcalouisville.com.

HEADLINES

Metro Council meeting highlights for Thursday, October 26

The Louisville Metro Council held their regularly scheduled Council meeting. Here are some of the highlights from the meeting. https://youtu.be/MchsjbJcnxY.

Old Business

Item 36 - R-118-23: a resolution accepting $1 million from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and harmful air pollution.
Item 37 – R-132-23: a resolution accepting $250,000 from the U.S. Department of Transportation to rehabilitate sidewalks and enhance pedestrian safety.
Item 42 – O-170-23: an ordinance amending section 150.110 of the Louisville Metro Code of Ordinances (LMCO) regarding the wrecking or demolition of historic buildings or structures.
Item 43 – O-171-23: an ordinance amending sections 32.250 to 32.263 of the LMCO relating to the designation of landmarks.

Special Recognitions and Proclamations

Recognized Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Consent Calendar – all items were passed unanimously.

Item 13 – R-113-23: a resolution honoring the Rev. Dr. Lincoln Bingham by dedicating the corner of West Jefferson Street and South 30^th Street in his honor.
Item 34 – R-117-23: a resolution accepting $300,000 from the U.S. Department of Transportation for the SMART program.

Held at Council

Item 48 – O-126-23: imposing a temporary moratorium on development located within the Floyds Fork Special District

The Council meeting and attachments may be viewed online here: https://louisvilleky.primegov.com/public/portal, and on the Louisville Metro Council Facebook Page here: https://www.facebook.com/LouisvilleMetroCouncil/.

The next regularly scheduled Council meeting is on Thursday, November 9, 2023, at 6:00 p.m.

JCPS Enrollment Info

SW Louisville Needs YOUR Representation. Get Involved - Apply to a Louisville Metro Government Board or Commission

If you are interested in volunteering for one of Louisville Metro Government's Boards or 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.

Visit the website to learn more and apply!

We need individuals from Southwest Louisville. It is important to have representation from all of Louisville Metro. Please consider applying.

Meals On Wheels Needs Drivers: Can You Help?

Meals On Wheels serves around 30,000 homebound seniors in Louisville, so the need for drivers and volunteers is crucial. With a commitment of a couple of hours per week, you could make a huge difference in the lives of folks who rely on these meals to get through their week.

It’s easy to become a Meals On Wheels driver. All you need is your own transportation and to pass a background check. Most drivers work about 90 minutes, one day per week, although some drivers show extra dedication by volunteering to be substitutes when the regular drivers are out.

Do you have 90 minutes a week to donate to a worthy cause like Meals On Wheels? Can you help feed hungry homebound seniors in your community?

Give Eric a call at 502-574-5161 or learn more at the Senior Nutrition website

General Election 2023 - VOTE!

In-person No-excuse Absentee (Early) Voting will be November 2, 3, and 4, 8:00am - 6:00pm at:

The Arterburn (formerly St Matthews Community Center), 310 Ten Pin Lane.
The Jeffersonian, 10617 Taylorsville Road
Kentucky Center for African American Heritage, 1701 W. Muhammad Ali Blvd.
Lyndon Elks Lodge #2052, 904 Ormsby Lane
Sun Valley Community Center, 6505 Bethany Lane
Mary Queen of Peace Gym, 4005 Dixie Highway
Triple Crown Pavilion, 1780 Plantside Drive
Kentucky Exposition Center, East Hall A and B, 937 Phillips Lane
Old Forester's Paristown Hall, 724 Brent Street
Bowman Field- Admin Bldg., 2815 Taylorsville Road

Election Day Voting is November 7, 6:00am - 6:00pm. If you're not sure where to vote, the Jefferson County Clerk's office can help.

We are happy to share that TARC will offer fare-free rides on Election Day November 7, 2023. This important community service will offer the ability for people to ride to and from the polls or wherever they need to go on Election Day. Learn more by clicking here: https://www.ridetarc.org/the-transit-authority-of-river.../

13th Annual Free Coat Exchange November 24, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Someone has a coat they do not need; someone needs a coat they do not have!

Coat drop off sites:

St. Matthews Chamber of Commerce // 3940 Grandview Ave.

The Fashion Post // 2420 Lime Kiln Ln.

St. Luke’s Episcopal Church // 1206 Maple Ln. Epiphany Catholic Church // 914 Old Harrods Creek Rd.

Garage Bar // 700 E Market St.

J Town Hardware // 10513 Watterson Trail

Starbucks // 972 Baxter Ave.

Derby City Market // 978 Barret Ave.

Capital Grille // 7600 Shelbyville Rd.

Tashi Goman Dharama Center // 411 N. Hubbards Ln.

Holiday Green Cleaners // 2229 Holiday Manor Ct.

Louisville Sporting Goods // 3949 Taylorsville Rd Mc Manon Plaza

Good Belly Sandwich Shop //2216 Dundee Rd.

Kern’s Korner // 2600 Bardstown Rd.

Peace of the Earth Refillery // 2120 ½ Bardstown Rd.

Sullivan University // 3010 Bardstown Rd.

Republic Bank // 2801 Bardstown Rd.

Episcopal Church Home // 7504 Westport Rd.

Peoples Bank // 4304 Shelbyville Rd.

Dave and Busters // 5000 Shelbyville Rd.

Falls City Beer // 901 E Liberty St.

Legacy Louisville // 7202 Highway 329 Crestwood KY

Hope Southern Indiana // 1200 Bono Rd. New Albany IN

Coat pick up and drop off sites: November 24

Garage Bar // 700 East Market St.

Save-A-Lot Food Store // 4148 Taylor Blvd.

Save-A-Lot Food Store // 2626 Portland Ave.

People Power Personal Training // 2843 Brownsboro Rd.

J Town Hardware // 10513 Watterson Trail

Muhammad Ali Center // 144 N Sixth St

Floyd County Casa // 800 E 8^th St New Albany In

Hope Southern Indiana // 1200 Bono Rd. New Albany IN

For information and location updates, visit www.freecoatexchange.org. 502 744-0075

23-DDP-0101

Project Location: 7201 Winstead Drive

Project Description: Lineage Logistics. A revised district development plan for a 108500 sf warehouse building expansion to existing office/warehouse building in Riverport.

23-MPLAT-0033

Project Location: 9101 Dixie Highway

Project Description: Dixie Hwy Land Trust Minor Plat. A minor subdivision plat to create 2 tracts by subdividing 10.81 acres from 38.63 acres in the C1, C2 zoning district.

Neighborhood Meeting for 23-ZONEPA-0133 on 6801 Dixie Highway

11-1-2023 Neighborhood Meeting for 23-ZONEPA-0133.pdf

Fall Leaves

Mowing over leaves to mulch them back into your lawn is a great option for reducing waste. Mulching not only returns vital nutrients to the soil, but experts say that it can help your grass grow even better the following year!

Never blow leaves into the street! If you see Street Sweeping signs posted on your street, please make sure to move your vehicle so any leaves that fell naturally on the street can be properly cleaned.

Leaf Drop-Off Sites

The Metro Public Works free leaf drop-off sites will be open Tuesday-Saturdays, November 7 through December 9. Drop-off will not be available on November 23 and 24 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. Only leaves will be accepted. Leaves can be loose, in paper/compostable bags, or reusable containers. Containers used to bring leaves to the drop-off sites must be taken back by residents.

Locations and hours starting Tuesday, November 7:

Public Works Yard, 10500 Lower River Road (enter from Bethany Lane)

Tuesday-Saturday, 9:00am - 3:00pm

Public Works East District Operations Center, 595 N Hubbards Lane

Tuesday-Saturday, 9:00am - 3:00pm

Shawnee Park, 230 Southwestern Parkway (Athletic Complex)

Tuesday-Saturday, 9:00am - 3:00pm

Waste Reduction Center, 636 Meriwether Avenue

Tuesday-Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm Saturday, 9:00am - 3:00pm

Kroger Wild Winter Days Discounted Admission and Food Drive for Dare to Care Food Bank

The Louisville Zoo is celebrating Wild Winter Days presented by Kroger Nov. 1, 2023 through Feb. 29, 2024. Wild Winter Days offers Zoo guests discounted Zoo and incorporates a food drive for Dare to Care Food Bank.

Guests who bring at least one non-perishable food item per person may purchase discounted tickets at the Zoo ticket windows for $10 per adult and $7 per child/senior ticket. Twenty-five cents of every admission will also support conservation efforts of the Louisville Zoo.

The discount is available at the gate only and is not valid for online purchases. The offer is not valid for special fee-based programs, for prepaid groups, field trips or with other discounts. No refunds will be provided for tickets prepaid in advanced or purchase online. Multiple canned good items per person are appreciated, but only one discount is per ticket sold.

Some of Dare to Care Food Bank’s most needed items include canned meats like tuna and chicken, as well as canned fruit, beans, peanut butter, soup, rice, cereal, fruit juice, pasta and canned vegetables. Please avoid glass containers. More details on items of need are available at daretocare.org.

The Zoo is open daily year-round. Fall/winter hours are 10 a.m. ─ 4 p.m. (stay until 5 p.m.). The Zoo is closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day.

Join a community of compassionate volunteers at Hildegard House. They 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. They are the family for their residents and care for them just like family members. Compassionate Companions commit to an ongoing weekly 5-hour shift. The next volunteer training is Friday, November 10, 6:00 - 8:00pm and Saturday, November 11, 9:00am - 4:00pm. Learn more about volunteering and register at https://www.hildegardhouse.org/volunteers or call Volunteer Coordinator Jana McNally at (502) 581-8267.

Report a Litterer!

Get directly involved in making Louisville a more litter-free community through the Report-A-Litterer program aimed at motorists who throw fast-food wrappers, cigarette butts, soda bottles or any type of litter out their car window.

Click here to report.

Click here for more information.

In an ongoing effort to help Louisvillians get connected to a wide range of resources available to them, Morgan McGarvey's team hosts Mobile Office Hours throughout our community.

At each location, Team McGarvey is available to assist anyone who has questions regarding Social Security benefits, Medicare, immigration, veterans' benefits, passports, IRS, and other federal programs.

The best way to stay up to date on Mobile Office Hours near you is to check the website and follow him on social media —times and locations are subject to change, so they will send out updates and reminders as they come up!

If you're not able to attend Mobile Office Hours you can visit Help with a Federal Agency page or call the Louisville office at (502) 582-5129.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

MetroSafe, the city’s 911 hub, is seeking to train and hire its next generation of 911 Telecommunicators. 911 Call Takers and Dispatchers are the first first responders when an emergency strikes. MetroSafe today announced applications are being accepted for the upcoming training academy.

911 Telecommunications is a public safety position that involves taking critical 911 calls from the public, which includes calls such as cardiac arrests of persons including children and infants, working fires with victims trapped inside, shootings and auto accidents.

After the application period, trainees will be selected to go through a 180-hour, paid training academy held primarily during daytime hours (8:00am – 4:00pm). Trainees receive $22.31/hour for the duration of the training. The hiring process includes a civil service testing, a criminal background check, a panel interview and job shadow, and suitability training. Upon successful completion, trainees will be granted full-time employment with MetroSafe starting at $24.48/hour for Call Takers or $27.25 for Dispatchers and will be paired with a trainer who will instruct and monitor the trainee’s progress.

Louisville Metro offers an $8,000 public safety hiring incentive paid in installments upon hiring. Additionally, MetroSafe trainees and employees have access to an on-staff licensed clinical professional counselor for voluntary trauma-focused therapy and access to a gym with equipment donated by Planet Fitness.

No prior experience in public safety is needed. Applicants must be at least 18 years old, a U.S. citizen, have a high school diploma or equivalent and not been convicted of a felony. High school seniors who are at least 18 years of age and anticipating graduation in 2023 are welcome to apply. To be eligible for the academy, applicants must also pass a pre-employment drug screening and a polygraph test.

Applicants should apply online at https://louisvilleky.gov/government/emergency-services/services/start-your-career-louisville-metro-emergency-services.

Below please find MSD's recently posted positions. For position descriptions, pay information, and to apply please visit our website: http://www.louisvillemsd.org/Careers

Engineer II, III, or Sr. Engineer- Wastewater Treatment
Fleet Services Specialist
Maintenance Mechanic I/II/III (2 Positions)
Buyer II
Process Technician Trainee (2 Positions) PA23-184

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