District 14 eNews - December 28, 2023
Louisville Metro Government sent this bulletin at 12/28/2023 09:27 AM EST
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2023 Committees:
Chair of Government Oversight/Audit and Appointments
Parks & Sustainability
Budget & Appropriations
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In This Edition...
- Have a Safe and Happy New Year!
- Recycle Your Live Christmas Tree
- Louisville Metro Animal Services Waiving Adoption Fees Through the End of December
- Metro Arts Community Center Offering Crochet Lessons and Arts and Crafts
- Free Guitar Lessons Offered at Beechmont Community Center
- Metro Police Hiring Traffic Guards
- Honoring Louisville's 2023 Victims of Violence
- Boost Your Financial Health
- Center for Neighborhoods is Now Accepting Applications for the Spring 2024 Neighborhood Institute
- Origami Basics at the SW Library
- Learn Calligraphy at the SW Library
- Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) and Vaccine Information
- Did You Know You Can Donate to the SW Library?
- New Metro Parks On-Line Guide Available
- Apply Now for Scholarship Evolve502
- Gun Violence Dashboard is Now Live
- kynect Enrollment Now Open for 2024 Health, Dental Benefits
- SW Louisville Needs YOUR Representation. Get Involved - Apply to a Louisville Metro Government Board or Commission
- Meals on Wheels
- Reporting Potholes
- Report a Litterer!
- How Can You Help with Illegal Dumping
- Southwest Community Ministries - Items Needed
- Meriweather Waste Reduction Center
- Contact Metro311
Have a Safe and Happy New Year!
District 14 Legislative Assistant Cindy Thieneman Retiring After Serving 9 Years
After serving the constituents of District 14 for nine years, Legislative Assistant Cindy Theineman is retiring at the end of the year. Cindy has been an asset to the district and has contributed to resolving concerns and issues in an efficient and timely manner. Councilwoman Fowler would like to thank Ms. Thieneman for her dedication and steadfast service to her and the community of District 14. Please join Councilwoman Fowler is thanking Ms. Thieneman for her service to the Metro Council District 14 Office and the people that reside in the District. Congratulations Cindy. You will be missed!
Recycle Your Live Christmas Tree
Louisville Metro Animal Services Waiving Adoption Fees Through the End of December
In response to the staggering rise in the number of pets seeking loving homes this holiday season, Louisville Metro Animal Services, #YourCityShelter, is delighted to announce the extension of free adoptions through the end of December 2023. The decision comes as the shelter faces an alarming surge of additional animals, highlighting the critical need to find homes for these animals and alleviate the strain on the shelter system.
Louisville Metro Animal Services recognizes the urgency of addressing this crisis and is committed to making a positive impact on the lives of these animals. By extending the free adoptions, the shelter aims to encourage community members to open their hearts and homes to a new furry friend during this season of hope.
Free adoptions include spaying/neutering, vaccinations, and a microchip. Prospective adopters are encouraged to visit the shelter to get matched with a new furry friend.
#Yourcityshelter is calling on the community to spread the word, volunteer their time, and consider adopting a homeless dog or cat in need. By working together, we can make a significant impact and give these animals the chance for a brighter future.
For more information about our shelter and homeless pets in need, click here.
Metro Arts Community Center Offering Crochet Lessons and Arts and Crafts
Metro Arts Community Center is hosting FREE arts and crafts and crochet programming for all ages. These classes are for all skill levels, and all supplies will be provided. Call (502) 937-2055 for additional information.
Free Guitar Lessons Offered at Beechmont Community Center
Interested in learning how to play the guitar? Beechmont Community Center is currently offering FREE beginner guitar lessons on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Call the community center at (502) 361-5484 for more information and to book a time!
Metro Police Hiring Traffic Guards
Honoring Louisville's 2023 Victims of Violence
"Night of Remembrance" is a community-wide event that will give a solemn recognition to Louisville's 2023 victims of violence. Violence is a community issue because it is affecting everyone's public health, well-being, and sense of safety. Please save this date and join your community as we all remember.
Boost Your Financial Health
Center for Neighborhoods is Now Accepting Applications for the Spring 2024 Neighborhood Institute
The Neighborhood Institute is a leadership education program designed to equip neighborhood leaders with the skills and resources needed to initiate positive change in the community through their neighborhood, homeowner, and condo associations. Classes meet every Saturday, 10:00am - 12:00pm at Center For Neighborhoods Offices (1126 Berry Blvd. Suite 300), for 11 consecutive weeks (January 13, 2024 – March 23, 2024), followed by a Graduation Celebration on March 30. A continental breakfast is provided each week. There is no charge to attend, but space is limited, and advance registration is required. Applications will be accepted through 5:00pm on January 5, 2024.
The Lucille Leggett Neighborhood Institute Spring 2024 is open to all neighborhoods, Metro Council Districts, and the whole community.
To apply for the 12-week program, contact Ja’mel Armstrong at 502-589-0343 or jamela@centerforneighborhoods.org. You can also apply online at www.centerforneighborhoods.org
Origami Basics at the SW Library
Learn Calligraphy at the SW Library
Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) and Vaccine Information
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a common virus that spreads throughout our community each year. RSV season usually begins in the fall, peaks in the winter, and decreases during early spring. It typically causes mild illness in most people, but it can cause severe breathing problems in infants and young children. Newborns and children with certain medical conditions are more likely to develop serious infection, be hospitalized, and die from RSV infection. The RSV vaccine can be given to pregnant people to protect their newborns or young infants from the severe effects of RSV infection.
The RSV vaccine can be given between the 32nd and 36th week of pregnancy. The vaccine produces antibodies in the pregnant person’s body that are transferred to the child through the placenta, offering newborns up to 6 months of protection from RSV after birth. A vaccine decision tool was created to help pregnant people determine if the RSV vaccine is right for them and their child. If you are pregnant and interested in receiving the RSV vaccine, check out the decision tool and speak with your obstetrician. One advantage of receiving the vaccine while you are pregnant is that your baby is protected from the time of birth.
Did You Know You Can Donate to the SW Library?
The Library receives gently-used or new donated materials on behalf of the Friends of the Louisville Free Public Library. The Friends of the Library then allows the Library to select any items it needs to add to the collections at the Main and branch libraries. Materials not selected for the Library’s collection are then sold by the Friends at public sales.
Proceeds from the sale of donated materials support special Library activities including the Read With Me reading program for preschoolers, parents and caregivers and scholarships for library employees. To join the Friends of the Library, call (502) 574-1648 or ask for membership information at any library. You can drop donations off at any of our locations. If you would like a tax deduction slip, just ask one of the staff and they can assist you. We accept the following donations:
All materials must be in good condition. What we cannot accept:
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New Metro Parks On-Line Guide Available
Louisville Metro Parks has developed a new Parks and Recreation Guide. It not only has maps and information about Louisville's 124 public parks, it includes locations for amenities such as playgrounds, ball fields, pavilions and walking tracks. The interactive map in the middle of the guide also provides locations for community centers. You can access this new on-line guide by clicking here.
Apply Now for Scholarship Evolve502
In the first three years, Evolve502 enrolled more than 1,500 JCPS graduates in college at Jefferson or Simmons College of Kentucky. Creating access to postsecondary education and strengthening the workforce are critical to our community’s future success and Evolve502 is working with students, families and partners every day.
If you know a family with a student graduating from a JCPS high school in 2024 encourage them to apply (https://evolve502.org/apply/). Students and families interested in exploring their next steps toward a postsecondary credential, certificate or degree can receive resources and support from Evolve502. More than 1,300 students from the class of 2024 have applied already.
Gun Violence Dashboard is Now Live
The city’s new “Metro Gun Violence Dashboard” is now live on OSHN’s Louisvilleky.gov website.
The dashboard is a real-time, comprehensive reporting tool that will expand government transparency and will aim to create more collaborative work opportunities with and within the Louisville community.
The dashboard is a collaborative project between OSHN and the Louisville Metro Police Department (LMPD) and was funded with a $100,000 competitive grant from the national Everytown for Safety Support Fund.
The dashboard will use data from Mark 43, LMPD’s record management system and will show a variety of reporting elements. For example, it will show maps and trends on where shots are fired, where homicides and non-fatal shootings happen, literal neighborhood and block reports, and historic, comparative, and detailed data starting from the year 2010.
It will give anonymized information on victims of gun violence, trend reports and provides an array of measurements, including, for example, what is shown as the likeliest or most common times and/or days for violence.
Visit the LIVE Dashboard Here!
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kynect Enrollment Now Open for 2024 Health, Dental Benefits
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Enrollment is open through Jan. 16, 2024. Kentuckians who sign up on or before Dec. 15, 2023 will have a coverage start date of Jan. 1, 2024. Those who sign up on Dec. 16 through the last day of enrollment will be eligible for coverage that starts on Feb. 1, 2024.
Four carriers will offer health plans: Anthem, CareSource, Passport by Molina Healthcare and WellCare of Kentucky. Passport by Molina Healthcare will expand by 22 counties, and WellCare will expand by 26 counties. Anthem and Best Life will offer dental plans. An expanded number of plans have been certified for 2024 and all counties have at least two carrier choices, with most having three choices and many now having four choices.
For kynect enrollment assistance, visit kynect.ky.gov or call 855-459-6328.
SW Louisville Needs YOUR Representation. Get Involved - Apply to a Louisville Metro Government Board or Commission
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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! We need individuals from Southwest Louisville. It is important to have representation from all of Louisville Metro. Please consider applying. |
Meals on Wheels
Reporting Potholes
We need your help reporting potholes, use one of the methods below;
To report a pothole on an interstate in Jefferson County, go to the “contact us” dropdown menu and select “report a hazard” on KYTC’s website http://transportation.ky.gov or click here. |
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 |
How Can You Help with Illegal Dumping
Illegally dumped trash is more than just an eyesore! It is expensive to clean up, it negatively impacts our quality of life and economic development, and the plastic debris may end up in our waterways and oceans. Individuals caught dumping illegally may have their vehicle impounded and face fines and fees totaling about $1,000. Residents are encouraged to fill out this online form if they witness illegal dumping. The form can also be used to share home security camera footage or images of illegal dumping occurring with our Solid Waste Enforcement Department. Go to Louisvilleky.gov/IllegalDumping to learn more about how you can help prevent illegal dumping. Did you know..? Many waste materials can be dropped off legally and for FREE. Up to three large household items, up to 4 passenger tires, and up to 3 electronics items can be dropped off for free at the at the Waste Reduction Center, located at 636 Meriwether Avenue. A pickup truckload of yard waste or construction debris can be disposed for only $60.00. Residents can also utilize the free Pop-Up Drop-Off events that occur monthly, on a Saturday 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., March - November, in various parts of Jefferson County. Items must be separated into the various categories for easy off-loading. Know before you go! View the accepted items list here: Louisvilleky.gov/PopUps. |
Southwest Community Ministries - Items Needed
Southwest Community Ministries is currently overwhelmed with families who have never needed assistance before but are running out of household and hygiene products! They are asking for help from members of the community, youth groups, or anyone willing to donate. If you would prefer to give food donations, items such as ravioli, ramen, fruit cups, canned meats, soups, and peanut butter crackers are always good options. Things like Ensure and pull top lids are good for seniors as well! Needed Household Items:
Items can be dropped off at the Ministry (8504 Terry Rd.) Monday-Friday from 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. For more information please call (502) 935-0310. Donations can also be made by visiting SouthwestCommunityMinistries.org/donate. |
Meriweather Waste Reduction Center
At the Waste Reduction Center, Louisville/Jefferson County residents can dispose of tires, household bulky waste such as metals, appliances, electronics, tree limbs and stumps up to three feet in diameter, unbagged yard waste, construction debris, and furniture.
Hours of Operation
Tuesday - Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Saturday 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Appointments available Tuesday - Friday 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Up to three household bulky items per day may be dropped off at no charge. Bulky loads or drop-offs exceeding three items will be charged according - CASH ONLY.
Examples of single items
- Up to 4 passenger tires*
- One appliance
- One large household item such as mattress, box spring, sofa or chair
*No more than 4 tires will be accepted for free drop-off at one time regardless of the number of other items
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Councilwoman Cindi Fowler
District 14
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