Council District 13 Newsletter Update

Councilman Dan Seum, Jr. eNewsletter


Councilman Dan Seum
601 West Jefferson Street
Louisville, KY 40202
502.574.1113
Lisa Ammon
Legislative Assistant

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Planning & Zoning Notices for District 13

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Property Address:  7504 Preston Highway, Preston Flats

Case Number:  24-ZONE-0019

Zone change from R-5 to R-6 on 1.65 acres to allow a 28-unit apartment community.  For more information, please click HERE.

 

Property Address:  1011 Meadow Hill Rd., Accessory Dwelling Units

Case Number:  24-CUP-0032

A conditional use permit for an accessory dwelling unit over 800 sq. ft. on .304 acres in the R4 zoning district.  For more information, please click HERE.

Property Address:  2720 Outer Loop, Minor Lane Hotels

Case Number:  23-CAT3-0026

A revised category 3 plan to construct a hotel on 5.93 acres in the EZ1 zoning district.  For more information, please click HERE.

Property Address:  609 Outer Loop, AJMAL Auto Sales

Case Number:  21-ZONE-0094

A change in zoning from C-1 to C-2 on 1.13390 acres for a proposed 2,352 square foot car dealership. For more information, please click HERE.

Property Address:  8701 Minor Lane, Green Hydrogen Infrastructure

Case Number:  23-CUP-0377

A conditional use permit to allow a potentially hazardous use on 111 acres in the EZ1 zoning district.  For more information, please click HERE.

Property Address:  10900 Brookley Dr., Brookley Pl.

Case Number:  24-DDP-0016

A revised Development Plan to construct 51 townhomes on 17.18 acres in the R6 zoning district.  For more information, please click HERE.

To view the full report, please click HERE.


Clean Collaborative

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Louisville Metro Public Work’s Clean Collaborative initiative has once again partnered with KYTC District 5, to conduct a litter collection cycle along the interstates within Louisville Metro! The crews have been working on the interstates for the past two weeks and are currently working on I-264. During the month of January, those crews removed approximately 3,400 bags of debris from the interstates. Metro will also fund another collection during the month of March. Watch out for the crews in the reflective vests and use caution as you drive near their work areas!

Litter

Pop-up Drop-off Event

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Our first Pop-Up Drop-Off event will be on Saturday, March 16, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Please do not arrive early as we will not allow vehicles into the parking lot until it starts. Be sure to have all your items separated into categories for easy off-loading. As dates are finalized, the schedule will be added to Louisvilleky.gov/PopUps


Plogging Across the Bluegrass

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Join Brightside and other communities across Kentucky for "Plogging Across the Bluegrass" at Atrium Brewing 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. on March 2. Plogging is picking up trash while jogging, but you don't have to jog! Picking up litter is always helpful for our city!


Wild Lights Returns to the Louisville Zoo Tickets on Sale Now

Wild Lights

The Louisville Zoo is excited to announce the return of its popular lantern festival. Back for the fifth year with a lineup of new lanterns, Wild Lights runs select nights March 23 through May 19. Tickets are on sale now at louisvillezoo.org/wildlights.

Wild Lights guests will venture through the Zoo’s 1.4-mile path and experience hand-crafted, illuminated art displays. The event will feature more than 60 individual displays in themed areas depicting nature, coral reefs and Chinese mythology. Select area highlights include a blooming morning glory corridor, a 23-foot-tall octopus and a walk-through phoenix tunnel. Interactive lanterns invite guests to enhance the experience by powering lantern movements, competing in games and more. This 38-night immersive event features live cultural performances including Chinese folk dances, acrobatics and more. There will also be unique handcrafted goods available for purchase along with snacks and cocktails by Service Systems Associates — the Zoo’s food and amenity vendor.

The event is wheelchair and stroller-friendly on a paved path. The festival is a rain or shine event and will be held 7 – 10 p.m. Thursday through Sunday nights from March 23 – May 19, 2024. In addition, Wild Lights will run every night during JCPS Spring Break, April 1 – 5, 2024. The Zoo will host a special preview night exclusively for Louisville Zoo members on March 22.

Wild Lights is in partnership with Stewart Promotions and Tianyu Arts & Culture Inc., an international event design company.

PRICING (children under 3 do not require a ticket)

Tickets are available for purchase in advance online only.

Thursday and Sundays   

General Admission:  $22 adults ages 12 – 59; $18 Children ages 3 – 11/Seniors ages 60+
Louisville Zoo Members:  $20 adults ages 12 – 59; $16 Children ages 3 – 11/Seniors ages 60+

Fridays and Saturdays
General Admission:  $23 adults ages 12 – 59; $19 Children ages 3 – 11/Seniors ages 60+
Louisville Zoo Members:  $21 adults ages 12 – 59; $17 Children ages 3 – 11/Seniors ages 60+

All Wild Lights days:

Family 4 Pack General Admission:  $70 
Family 4 Pack Members:  $60

Active-duty military discount (with valid ID): $18 single ticket (up to three family members)

Active military family pack: $65

New for 2024, there are a limited number of “Anytime Tickets” redeemable for any night of the event available for purchase.

Tickets to the March 22 exclusive member preview night will be $16 per person (not age variable) and $55 for a Family 4 Pack.

Regular daytime Zoo admission tickets and Wild Lights tickets must be purchased separately. Parking for this event is $7 and can be purchased in advance online or at the Zoo admission windows. For more information, visit louisvillezoo.org/wildlights.


Fairdale Youth Baseball & Softball Announcements

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Fairdale Youth Baseball & Softball Spring Registration Now Open

Registration Closes February 29

Fairdale is a hidden gem.  We have coaches who care and are making a difference.  Divisions going undefeated and making noise in our city.  Talent and skill level of you athletes continue to improve with our dedicated board and volunteers.  Last season we sent a 12U Allstar softball team to Florida to compete in the World Series.  We look forward to sending more!


February Events at the Fairdale Library

Library

Children’s & Teen Programs

Storytime

Every Wednesday morning: 

Toddler Storytime 10:30-11:30 AM

Foster a love of reading in your toddlers through this engaging storytime! Join us for books, songs, movement, and art activities that encourage the development of early learning skills. Ages 1-3

Preschool Storytime 11:30 AM -12:30 PM

Foster a love of reading in your pre-schooler through this engaging storytime! Join us for books, songs, movement, and art activities that encourage the development of early learning skills. Ages 3-5

Teen Club

Every Wednesday afternoon 3:45-4:45 PM

Join our after-school program in a casual drop-in setting. Whether you want to make craft projects, play board games, watch a movie, share a book you just read, or just socialize, there’s always something for you at the library!

Kids Only Club

Every Thursday evening 5:30-6:30 PM

Join us for our weekly after-school program where we explore video games, STEM related-activities, movies, and more. Ages 6 – 12

Adult Programs

Chair Yoga

First and Third Thursday (Feb 1  & Feb 15) of each month from 12:30-1:15 PM

Get fit while you sit! Chair Yoga brings the best of a yoga practice to everyone who requires or prefers the support of a chair. Gently increase flexibility and strength, improve balance, and relieve stress with the aid of a chair. Beginners, Seniors and All Abilities welcome! We recommend wearing comfortable clothes that are easy to move in.

DIY Series – Customized Bracelets

Monday, February 26, 6:30-7:30 PM

Join us to try your hand at a new craft that can be completed in about an hour. Seasoned and non-crafters are welcome. Registration is required as space and supplies are limited. Adults register: 502-375-2051. Ages 18+

Monthly Adult Book Discussion

Tuesday, February 20, 5:30-7 PM

The Fifth Season by N.K. Jemisin.


District 13 Residents Needed to Serve on a Board or Commission

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

To learn more about the application process, please visit:

Boards and Commissions - List | LouisvilleKY.gov