Nov 17, 2023
Dear Neighbor,
Next week we will celebrate a National Day of Thanksgiving. Whether you will be here in Louisville or visiting friends and family away, I hope you are able to enjoy the holiday time with those you love.
There are many things we can and should be thankful for in our lives. For me, one of the things I'm most thankful for is the opportunity to serve you and your family as the 26th District representative on the Louisville Metro Council. The work our office does to help improve our neighborhoods, keep our streets safe, support our first responders, and have a broader impact on the Louisville community is important to me. I'm proud of what we have accomplished and look forward to continuing to work together with everyone in District 26.
Have a good weekend,
 Brent T. Ackerson
26th District Councilman
 Hikes Lane is undergoing a multi-month rehabilitation project, which has largely been completed on schedule. Cleanup and cosmetic work remains. Expect delays and detours as we repair and replace many of the concrete slabs that make up this connective roadway. We will try to keep you updated on closures as we are made aware of them.
IMPORTANT!! - Pay close attention to work plan and detour map to best navigate the area!
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.
 Louisville Ballet and the Louisville Free Public Library are excited to announce the return of Nutcracker Family Storytimes to seven library locations in November. The annual tradition kicks off on Tuesday, November 14, 6:30 p.m., at the St. Matthews Library (3940 Grandview Ave).
Children of all ages and their families are invited to join Louisville Ballet dancers for readings of the classic holiday story The Nutcracker, followed by Nutcracker-inspired dancing and crafts. In addition, every family at each storytime can enter for a chance to win four tickets to see Louisville Ballet’s upcoming production of The Brown-Forman Nutcracker.
Join us for one of these Nutcracker Family Storytimes:
- Tuesday, November 14, 6:30 p.m. - St. Matthews Library
- Wednesday, November 15, 6:30 p.m. – Shawnee Library
- Thursday, November 16, 6:30 p.m. – Iroquois Library
- Monday, November 20, 6:30 p.m. – Main Library
- Tuesday, November 21, 6:30 p.m. – South Central Regional Library
- Monday, November 27, 6:30 p.m. – Southwest Regional Library
- Wednesday, November 29, 6:30 p.m. - Northeast Regional Library
Nutcracker Family Storytimes are free for children and families. For more information, visit LFPL.org/Nutcracker, or call the Main Library Children’s Department at (502) 574-1620.
 Louisville is home to more than 53,000 internationally-born residents, representing countries and communities from all over the world. The Louisville Free Public Library's new series Celebrating Our Neighborhood seeks to honor the history and culture of those populations. Programming begins next month with a spotlight on Cuban-Americans, our fastest growing immigrant community. Four free events, including one at the Northeast Regional Library just outside our district, will explore Cuban history, dance, cuisine, and music. Click here to register or for more information.
NEW DATE! Saturday, December 2nd
4 to 9 p.m.
Light Up Louisville is a free, annual event that will kick off the holiday season in the city! We look forward once again to welcoming Louisville citizens to Downtown to welcome the REAL Santa Claus!
The Lots of Lights Parade brings holiday cheer to Jefferson Street, aka Santa Claus Lane, with dozens of brightly lit groups singing and dancing in the street!
Sign up to participate in the Lots of Lights Parade today!
This year we will be working in tandem with Louisville Downtown Partnership to co-host their Downtown Holiday Market! The Downtown Holiday Market will take place at 4th and Jefferson Streets, in the Aegon Plaza and surrounding areas. The event will take place from 2 to 9 p.m. and will be great place to walk to and from the Main Stage at Light Up Louisville and do some additional holiday shopping!
To learn more about the Downtown Holiday Market presented by Louisville Downtown Partnership, click here.
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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The Louisville Metro Council and District 26 have teamed up with the Association of Community Ministries to host a Holiday Food Drive collecting essential foods for those most in need this season. All donations will be provided to the Association of Community Ministries to be divided evenly amongst the 13 Area Community Ministries.
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WHEN: November 20th - December 11th
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WHERE: You may drop off your food donations at:
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WHAT IS NEEDED:
- Canned Protein (beef stew, canned chicken, canned tuna, hearty soups)
- Tomato Sauce
- Diced Tomatoes
- Canned Potatoes
- Boxed Potatoes
Can't drop off food but want to donate monetarily instead? Visit: https://www.louisvilleministries.org/ and click "Donate" to give.
Questions / more information? Call President Markus Winkler's Office, 574-1192
 The Louisville Metro Police Department and the traffic guards it employs take their responsibility for the safety of students and pedestrians at their assigned intersections throughout Louisville Metro seriously. Currently, they are below their authorized strength and do not have enough traffic guards to cover all the intersections with a need for traffic control. Furthermore, traffic guards are assigned intersections based upon a contractual bidding process. LMPD communicates with the affected schools and is continuously attempting to hire more traffic guards. If you are interested in becoming a traffic guard, please click on this link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/louisvilleky/jobs/2941008/traffic-guard-i for information on the application process.
LMAS is extending the waiving of reclamation fees for owned pets, ensuring that financial constraints do not hinder the reunification of beloved companions with their families.
Earlier this year, LMAS announced the waiver of reclamation fees for owned pets and the success of reuniting animals with their owners has led to the extension of the program. During the 3-month period, LMAS has reunited 251 dogs and 28 cats with their owners.
LMAS strives to provide compassionate care to both humans and animals. By waiving redemption fees, the shelter is taking concrete action towards addressing inequities and ensuring that pet owners from all walks of life have an equal opportunity to be reunited with their furry friends.
LMAS’ thanks their non-profit partners, Friends of Metro Animal Services (FOMAS) for providing the necessary funding to make the three-month redemption period possible.
Now through the end of the year, owners can reclaim their lost pets without incurring the usual reclamation fees, including boarding charges, vaccinations, and microchipping. The aim is to alleviate the burden on individuals and families who may be facing financial hardship, ensuring that no pet remains separated from its rightful home due to economic disparities.
- Redemption fees will only be waived for pet owners with no previous violations, and cover microchipping, licensing, and vaccination fees.
- Court fees will not be waived.
- LMAS will not keep a pet impounded due to its owner’s inability to pay and will work with owners who have outstanding balances and want to reclaim their pet.
Redemption fees are set by the Louisville Animal Ordinance. Local animal laws also require pets to be licensed, microchipped, and spayed or neutered before leaving the shelter. To view the animal ordinance and a list of redemption fees, visit http://www.louisvilleky.gov/animal-services
Louisville Metro Animal Services encourages pet owners to visit the shelter to reclaim their companion animals, located at 3528 Newburg Rd during regular business hours, Monday-Saturday 12pm-6pm. The shelter's dedicated staff members will be available to guide owners through the reclamation process, providing support and assistance every step of the way.
Friends of Metro Animal Services (FOMAS) supports LMAS and its many life-saving initiatives through fundraising. If you would like to donate to help citizens in need of financial assistance when reclaiming their pet from the LMAS Shelter, visit www.fomaslou.org
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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!
Our office routinely publishes information on upcoming public meetings and regarding planning and zoning cases in and around District 26. Our posting in this forum is not an official notice. This list may not be comprehensive nor does it include other zoning matters decided upon by zoning authorities other than Louisville Metro Government.
While we intended to expand the scope of our zoning notices, our office reverted to the former policy of relaying the information we receive from Planning and Zoning. We are limited by ordinance and state law to provide the publicly available information.
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