Please be advised that starting September 4, 2023, Metro Public Works contractor, Basham Construction is planning to begin work to replace a culvert on S. Watterson Trail just north of Ferndale Avenue. Associated with this work will be roadway improvements north of the culvert to secure the existing retaining walls and repaving of the roadway within those limits.
Construction is anticipated to last until November 22, 2023. Please notify pertinent parties in your agencies. Below is the planned detour, which will be in place throughout the duration of the project.
Keeping our roadways safe!
Metro Public Works recently completed three separate safety improvement projects along the Westport Road corridor. These projects were born out of the Westport Road Corridor Study (Feb. 2020). To date, Public Works has either begun or completed seven projects listed in that study.
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- Upper Left – We extended the existing right turn only lane on Westport Road eastbound onto Hurstbourne Lane southbound. We also added a concrete median in front of the Kroger to eliminate dangerous left turn movements across busy traffic patterns.
- Upper Right – Added a right in/right out only concrete island on Lynn Way at Westport Road. We also added ADA-compliant ramp crossings.
- Lower Left – Added a new concrete sidewalk link in front of the Springhurst Shopping Center along Westport Road. We also improved the existing drainage conditions along here.
- Lower Right - Added a new right out only concrete island on Lyndon Lane at Westport Road. We also added ADA-compliant ramp crossings.
The contractor was All-Terrain Paving & Construction. Louisville Metro Inspections Team of Nick Rohrman and Bryan Davis handled all construction inspections.
Due to reconfiguration work on Lexington Rd., East Liberty Street, between Baxter Ave. and Lexington Road will temporarily close from Nov. 27, 2023 to Jan. 2, 2024.
Work schedule is subject to weather conditions, but Metro Public Works contractors plan to start this roadway project on November 27, 2023.
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Below is the list of Louisville Metro Public Works paving projects scheduled for the week of November 20.
Please note that the schedule may have some delays due to weather or other unforeseen issues.
- Carl Ct. from Dena Dr. to dead end
- Dena Dr. from Elderwood Way to dead end
- Elderwood Way from Manslick Rd. to dead end
- Manslick Ct. from Manslick Rd. to Dena Dr.
- Glenrock Rd. from Manslick Rd. to dead end
- Hedges Rd. from Glenrock Rd. to dead end
- Huckleberry Ct. from Glenrock Rd. to dead end
- Laramie Ct. from Glenrock Rd. to dead end
- Estate Dr. from Delmar Ln. to Gagel Ave.
- Paula Ct. from Estate Dr. to dead end
- Robbs Ln. from Outer Loop to Shepherdsville Rd.
- Thompson Ln. from W. Pages Ln. to Johnsontown Rd.
- Bowie Dr. from Dupin Dr. to Hickock Dr.
- Bowie Ct. from Bowie Dr. to dead end
- Dupin Dr. from Minor Ln. to dead end
- Deanna Dr. from Hickock Dr. to Dupin Dr.
- Hickock Dr. from Bowie Dr. to dead end
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YMCA Black Achievers is a multicultural effort to create equity in education as well as in the workplace by motivating African American/Black and other minority youth to develop and pursue high educational and career goals. The program was founded in 1971 by members of the New York Harlem YMCA. Since the program’s successful inauguration, it has been established in 135 sites throughout the U.S. One of the largest being here in Louisville at the Chestnut Street Family YMCA. The program meets every other Saturday morning, during the school year, provide students with hands-on learning and enrichment opportunities in various professional areas, called a cluster.
Last Saturday, Mike Nolan Assistant Director of Roads & Operations, and Performance Supervisor, Angela Richardson gave up part of their weekend to represent PWA and participate in their Annual College, Career and Community Fair.
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Held the 2nd Saturday of November, at the Chestnut Street YMCA, 9am to 12 noon.
- Students in grades 8 through 12 participate (approx. 300 students).
- They enter the Fair by grade level, alternating between Leadership Workshops and the Fair.
- There were approximately thirty (30) companies, agencies, colleges, and sororities, and fraternities represented.
Mike Nolan, standing, Angela Richardson, sitting, speaking with attendees
 The mission of the kNOw Waste Ambassador program is to educate participants about waste reduction and disposal systems and empower them to make meaningful change for themselves and their community.
kNOw Waste Ambassadors are required to attend virtual classes and facility tours. Classes will be once per week for 7 weeks in January and February and will be recorded (specific day/time to be determined). Participants will be provided volunteer opportunities and encouraged to be creative in how they engage with neighbors and community members on the topics of waste reduction and recycling.
kNOw Waste Ambassador Requirements
- Attend orientation session and six in-depth trainings on recycling, composting, waste management systems, and other waste initiatives. (These will take place virtually on a weekday.)
- Participate in educational tours of local waste facilities. (These will take place on a weekday.)
- Fulfill a set number of volunteer hours and tasks annually to maintain certification. (Programs and events may take place on weekdays or weekends.)
- Attend periodic sessions to stay up to date, provide feedback, and meet other kNOw Waste Ambassadors.
- Be willing to share what you learn from the program with your community.
- Background check required prior to volunteering at events or programs.
Questions? Contact the Solid Waste Education Department.
There will be no residential garbage, recycling or yard waste collection within the Louisville Metro Urban Services District on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 23, 2023.
Residents who normally have garbage/yard waste collection on Thursday will have service instead on Friday, November 24. The regular Friday collection will be delayed until Saturday, November 25.
To view your collection schedule and stay informed about changes, download the Recycle Coach app or use the app on the Public Works website. Residents outside the Urban Services District who rely on private haulers for garbage, recycling, and yard waste collection should consult those haulers about their holiday collection schedule.
Closings
Staffed recycling centers, the Waste Reduction Center, and the household hazardous waste facility, Haz Bin, will be closed Thursday, November 23 and Friday, November 24. Leaf drop-off will also not be available those days. All four services will resume on Saturday, November 25.
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Whether you’re pan frying the morning bacon or deep frying the holiday bird, you always have leftover fat, oil or grease. The slippery mess should never be poured into a sink, toilet or storm drain where it can lead to plumbing or sewer problems and clog local waterways.
Fat and grease left over from routine pan frying can be disposed of with other residential garbage if handled properly. Just pour the grease into a container that has a lid, let it cool, and place it in the trash. That keeps it out of local waterways and sewers.
Louisville’s three staffed recycling centers accept household cooking oil left over from deep frying. It’s free and easy for residents of Louisville and Jefferson County. Residents should first let the oil cool, then strain out food particles and pour the oil into a container that has a lid. Take it to the nearest full-service recycling center and hand it to a staff member. The oil is recycled for use in biodiesel fuel. To find a drop-off location near you, go to Louisvilleky.gov/RecycleMap.
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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! The street sweeping equipment is not built for collecting more than the leaves that naturally fall onto the street. The street sweeper will drive around those piles!
Leaf Drop-Off Sites
The Metro Public Works free leaf drop-off sites will be open Tuesday-Saturdays, 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:
- Public Works Yard, 10500 Lower River Road (enter from Bethany Lane), Tuesday-Saturday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
- Public Works East District Operations Center, 595 N Hubbards Lane, Tuesday-Saturday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
- Shawnee Park, 230 Southwestern Parkway (Athletic Complex), Tuesday-Saturday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
- Waste Reduction Center, 636 Meriwether Avenue, Tuesday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
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 "Items not found"
Our crews often arrive at an appointment address only to find that someone else already took the items. It's ok - we encourage reuse and keeping items out of the landfill!
But please follow that first step - "Check if your items are usable. Give away or sell usable items instead!" It's easy:
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Nextdoor offers a FREE option when listing an item for sale. Your neighbors love free stuff!
- Habitat ReStore accepts all kinds of furniture and building materials. Check their website to learn what they accept and how to schedule a pickup.
- Check with your local Goodwill, St. Vincent de Paul, Catholic Charities, or other thrift store about donations and pickups.
If you need to cancel your appointment, send an email to SWMD@louisvilleky.gov. Include the Service Request number in your subject line. Instructions for cancelling your appointment can be found on your confirmation emails.
 
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