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This Saturday night/Sunday morning do not forget to set your clocks forward one hour. We are getting another hour of daylight! Also, this is a great time to check your smoke detectors/batteries! |
You are invited to attend a review for a Major Preliminary Subdivision Plan.
Subject Property: 7604 Wolf Pen Branch Road
Case Number: 23-MSUB-0012
Case Manager: John Michael Lawler (Jonathan.lawler@louisvilleky.gov)
Meeting Type: Land Development & Transportation Committee
Meeting Date: Thursday, March 14, 2024
Time: Meeting will begin at 1:00pm and continue until all cases are heard
Location: 514 W Liberty Street, 40202 (Old Jail Building)
Learn how to watch and participate online at
https://louisvilleky.gov/government/upcoming-public-meetings
To view documents related to this proposal, please visit https://aca-prod.accela.com/LJCMG or:
Louisville Metro Planning and Design Services (Hours 8:00am to 5:00pm)
444 S. 5th Street, 3rd Floor, Louisville, KY 40202
(502) 574-6230
Or visit https://louisvilleky.gov/government/planning-design for:
A list of persons notified of this proposal is available in the case file.
Persons who desire special accommodations should contact the Planning Commission office at (502) 574-6230 at least one week prior to this meeting. TDD users please use Relay Service, 1-800-648-6056.
The Office of Planning’s Library Hours return in 2024! City Planners from Louisville Metro’s Office of Planning will be available to answer questions about zoning (What is zoning? Why does it matter?) and discuss the ongoing LDC Reform project, including Middle Housing. We want to hear about your neighborhood and discuss what the reform means for you!
 These conversations are part of the ongoing Land Development Code (LDC) Reform. The LDC Reform is an equity focused approach to revise the LDC consistently with Plan 2040 to allow for increased housing choices and opportunities in new and existing neighborhoods, to create procedures and regulations that are easier to use and increase the quality of life by reducing the concentration of environmental hazards near housing.
If you have questions or want to learn more, contact ldcreform@louisvilleky.gov or (502) 574-5860/(502) 574-8272
LOUISVILLE (March 6, 2024) – As part of Severe Weather Awareness Week, Louisville Metro Emergency Services announced it has added a new tool to its emergency response fleet. The new “Rapid Deployable Siren” was successfully tested today during the annual Statewide Tornado Drill.
The new outdoor siren is portable and can be used to alert the public of weather emergencies or public safety threats during large-scale events like Thunder Over Louisville, the Kentucky Derby and others. The siren lifts to a height of 30-feet to provide maximum coverage of the event area and sounds at 120 dB, resulting in the siren being heard within a ¾ mile sound radius.
Executive Director Jody Meiman is pleased to have this new asset, especially with the growing number of major events Louisville hosts each year. “This is another tool to help us communicate and protect the residents of and visitors to Louisville.”
Additional resources in Emergency Services’ response fleet include the Mobile Emergency Operations Center, Mass Casualty Bus, Communications on Wheels trailer, ambulances, and several other all-terrain vehicles.
Statewide Tornado Drill Results
Today at 10:07 a.m. MetroSafe activated all 136 outdoor warning sirens for the annual Statewide Tornado Drill. All 136 sirens, including the new portable siren, sounded successfully.
All sirens are intelligent and have the ability to report failures or faults to Emergency Services personnel. Sirens are tested on the second Tuesday of each month at noon and most have large battery backups in case of an outage. For severe weather, sirens are activated countywide and sound in three-minute bursts until the threat has passed or the warning has expired or been cancelled by the National Weather Service.
The next monthly siren test will be Tuesday, April 9, 2024, unless inclement weather is forecasted for that day. Emergency Services will notify the public in the event of a test cancellation.
Remember, outdoor sirens are designed to warn people outdoors to seek shelter immediately and are NOT designed to warn indoor inhabitants. For this reason, Emergency Services recommends residents sign up to receive LENSAlerts, the Louisville Emergency Services Notification System, or have a battery back-up weather alert radio to monitor and receive severe weather watches and warnings.
There are three ways to sign up for LENSAlert:
Visit https://www.smart911.com/smart911/ref/reg.action?pa=JeffersonCountyKYEMA
Download the Smart911 app: https://safety.smart911.com/smart911app
Text “LENSAlert” to 67283 to opt-in to emergency notifications.
 Mental Health Lou and the Louisville Free Public Library (LFPL) will offer free workshops for adults focused on mental health and wellness, kicking off at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, March 5 at the Northeast Library, 15 Bellevoir Circle. Participants will learn ways to reduce anxiety, journaling and the power of sleep for emotional resilience.
Taught by licensed experts from Mental Health Lou’s partner groups and providers, the series will be offered at library locations: Northeast, Crescent Hill, Shively, Bon Air, St. Matthews, Shawnee, Main, Western, Fairdale and Southwest.
Each workshop in the series addresses a different topic:
Week 1: Exploring Emotion Processing Through Journaling: In this interactive workshop, participants will discover the therapeutic power of journaling as a tool for processing emotions. Journaling provides a safe and private space to explore thoughts and feelings, helping to gain insight and clarity.
Week 2: Breathing Skills for Anxiety Reduction: This workshop will focus on teaching participants practical breathing exercises that can be used to calm the nervous system and reduce anxiety.
Week 3: The Power of Sleep for Emotional Resilience: Participants will learn about the relationship between sleep and emotions, and how to optimize their sleep habits for better mental health.
Week 4: Embodiment of Practices for Anxiety Reduction: This workshop will guide participants through somatic and mindfulness practices to cultivate a deeper connection with their physical selves.
Click here to learn more details about this community series.
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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!
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- A local consumer reported a fake bank phone call to BBB. A scammer claiming to represent Chase Bank contacted the consumer’s mother and informed her that her savings account had been hacked and she needed to move her money to a secure account. This was a scam that cost the victim almost $25,000. BBB warns consumers to be wary of unsolicited phone calls. If in doubt, contact your financial institution directly.
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A local consumer lost $6,000 to a Facebook cryptocurrency scam, believing she was investing money on the advice of a friend. However, the friend’s Facebook account had been hacked. BBB warns consumers of suspicious messages from Facebook friends, as this could be a sign of a hacked account. Also, any investment “opportunity” that promises immediate large returns is likely a scam.
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BBB has received numerous reports of a bourbon scam affecting consumers in our area. Some have reported a scam website claiming to sell high-end liquors, while others have reported a Facebook page conducting the same scam. In all cases, victims never received their orders. BBB warns consumers to always check bbb.org for reviews and scam reports first before purchasing from a company, website, or social media account.
- BBB is receiving more reports of puppy scams involving Facebook groups and/or accounts claiming to sell purebred pups. However, victims never receive the animals and are typically scammed out of hundreds of dollars. BBB reminds consumers to always see an animal in person before purchasing, and to check a breeder’s rating and credentials.
- A local consumer reported a Facebook ad promoting 85% off Ariat shoes. The ad was a scam, and the consumer never received her order. BBB warns consumers that ads promising name brand or popular products at extremely reduced prices are likely a scam.
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A scammer claiming to represent Spectrum called a local consumer to push a Spectrum/Target promotion that would reduce the consumer’s bill by 50%; however, the “offer” required purchasing and paying with Target gift cards. Never agree to pay a bill with a gift card; this is a scam.
- A local consumer was contacted by a scammer claiming that if the consumer agreed to put a company’s logo on their personal vehicle, they would receive $400 a month. The scammer then sent a check to the consumer to pay for the vehicle wrap. This is a fake check scam.
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BBB continues to receive multiple consumer reports regarding Publisher’s Clearing House scams. The real Publisher’s Clearing House does not contact winners by phone or email, and any lottery or contest that requires consumers to pay money upfront in order to receive a cash prize is likely a scam.
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BBB has received reports from consumers of online “boutiques” that are scamming victims out of money. Victims purchase items and never receive them and are unable to get refunds. BBB reminds consumers to always check a company’s profile at bbb.org before purchasing products or services.
As we enter tournament season, BBB warns consumers to be wary of fake sports team merchandise scams. Scammers will often try to sell “autographed” or “game-used” items. Be wary of deals that seem too good to be true, and research the company before you purchase.
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| I-64 / I-71 / I-265 (I-MoveKY) |
Find the latest project updates here: https://i-moveky.com/.
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| Sherman Minton Bridge |
I-64 & U.S. 150 over the Ohio River between Louisville, KY, and New Albany, IN.
Find the latest project updates here: https://shermanmintonrenewal.com/.
* The Sherman Minton bridge is closed in both the east and westbound directions—top and bottom decks—until further notice.*
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| Clark Memorial Bridge (Second Street Bridge) |
Traffic Impacts: Southbound right lane closure.
Date/Time: Daily/nightly.
Project Limits: U.S. 31 over the Ohio River, between Louisville, KY, and Jeffersonville, IN.
Other Details: https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/KYTC/bulletins/38e6560
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| KY 22 (Brownsboro Road)/Springcrest Drive Intersection |
Traffic Impacts: Lane closures, traffic shifts, and delays possible.
Date/Time: Daily/nightly.
Project Limits: KY 22 (Brownsboro Road)/Springcrest Drive intersection, near mile point 1.6.
Type of Work: The reconstruction of two 11-foot travel lanes and a left turn lane at the Springcrest Drive intersection are included in this project. A 6-foot sidewalk will also be installed along the north side of KY 22 between the entrance just east of Cliffwynde Trce and Brownhurst Cove Road.
Other Details: During phase 2 of the project, KY 22/Brownsboro Road will be reduced to one lane between Cliffwynde Trace and Pine Hurst Lane. Temporary signals will be placed to direct traffic through the work zone and will remain in place through the completion of the project.
* Springcrest Drive at KY 22/Brownsboro Road is closed as of Saturday, December 9. The existing lane closure on KY 22/Brownsboro Road, as well as the closure of Springcrest Drive at KY 22/Brownsboro Road, will continue through project completion, anticipated for the summer of 2024. *
https://transportation.ky.gov/DistrictFive/Pages/KY-22-(Brownsboro-Road)-and-Springcrest-Drive-Intersection-Improvement-Project----Project-5-371.10---CID-231311.aspx
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| KY 155 (Taylorsville Road) |
Traffic Impacts: Lane closures possible.
Date/Time: Daily – 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Project Limits: South Pope Lick Road intersection, near mile point 4.9.
Type of Work: Reconstruction of the KY 155 (Taylorsville Road) and South Pope Lick Road intersection and bridge over Pope Lick Creek.
Other Details: This project is pending final resurfacing, which is set to occur in the spring of 2024.
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| KY 841 North and South (Gene Snyder Freeway) |
Traffic Impacts: Lane closures.
Date/Time: Daily from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., beginning Monday, March 11, through Friday, March 15.
Project Limits: KY 841 North and South (Gene Snyder Freeway), between mile marker 35 and mile marker 37.5, near and through the East End Tunnel.
Type of Work: Routine maintenance of the roadway and East End Tunnel.
Other Details: Motorists should heed signage, use caution, and adjust commutes to accommodate the lane closures.
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| KY 864 (Logan Street/Shelby Street) |
Traffic Impacts: Sidewalk closures and lane closures possible.
Date/Time: Daily.
Project Limits: Between Goss Avenue and East Gray Street.
Type of Work: One-way to two-way conversion.
Other Details: Preliminary work is currently taking place ahead of asphalt resurfacing and the two-way conversion.
https://transportation.ky.gov/DistrictFive/Pages/Jefferson-County-KY-864-Shelby-Street-and-Logan-Street-One-way-to-Two-way-Conversion.aspx
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| KY 3084 (Old Henry Road) |
Traffic Impacts: Roadway/intersection closure.
Date/Time: Daily/nightly.
Project Limits: From Twin Creek Road to Woodmont Branch.
Type of Work: Major roadway construction.
Other Details:
- Phase 3B and 3C:
From Reamers Road to Meadow Bluff Way.
- Phase 7:
Old Henry Road and Bush Farm Road Intersection - through March 2024.
*This work is part of the KY 3084/KY 362 construction project: https://transportation.ky.gov/DistrictFive/Pages/KY-3084-(Old-Henry-Road)-between-I-265-in-Jefferson-County-and-KY-362-(Ash-Avenue)-in-Oldham-County.aspx
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| Scenic Loop in Cherokee Park |
Traffic Impacts: Road/bridge closure.
Project Limits: Bridge over the Middle Fork of Beargrass Creek (mile point 1.796) in Cherokee Park.
Detour: Beals Branch Road, Lexington Road (U.S. 60A), and Cochran Hill Road.
Type of Work: Bridge replacement.
Other Details: Work has resumed on the bridge replacement project and Bridge # 2 will remain closed through project completion, expected for the summer of 2024.
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| BULLITT COUNTY |
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| KY 44 (Old Mill Road) |
Traffic Impacts: Lane closure.
Date/Time: Daily from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., beginning Monday, March 11, through Friday, March 15.
Project Limits: From mile point 22 to mile point 22.6.
Type of Work: Ditching along the roadway.
Other Details: Motorists will be directed through the work zone via flagging.
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| I-65 North and South |
Traffic Impacts: Changing traffic patterns, lane shifts, and closures possible.
Date/Time: Daily/Nightly.
Project Limits: From mile marker 104.7 to 110.7 (Bullitt and Hardin Counties).
Type of Work: Full concrete pavement removal and asphalt pavement replacement. Other improvements to the corridor include bridge repairs, subgrade repairs, and guardrail repairs/installation.
Other Details: https://transportation.ky.gov/DistrictFive/Pages/Bullitt-County-I65-Roadway-Rehabilitation.aspx
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| KY 480 (Cedar Grove Road) |
Traffic Impacts: Changing traffic patterns, lane shifts, and closures possible as construction progresses.
Date/Time: Daily/nightly
Project Limits: On KY 480 (between I-65) from mile marker 0.6 to mile marker 1.4.
Type of Work: Construction of a Double Crossover Diamond interchange.
Other Details: This project is expected to be completed by the fall of 2025.
https://transportation.ky.gov/DistrictFive/Pages/I-65-at-KY-480-interchange-improvements-in-Bullitt-County.aspx
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| KY 1116 (Zoneton Road) |
Traffic Impacts: Road closure for 90 days.
Date/Time: Beginning Tuesday, December 26.
Project Limits: KY 1116 (Zoneton Road) at the bridge over Cedar Creek (mile point 1.814).
Detour: KY 1116 to KY 61 North (Preston Highway), to KY 2053 (Mt. Washington Road), to KY 2053 (Thixton Lane), back to KY 1116 (Zoneton Road).
Type of Work: Bridge replacement.
Other Details: No thru traffic will be permitted during the closure.
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I-64 East & West
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Traffic Impacts: Lane shifts, rolling roadblocks, and traffic delays.
Date/Time: Daily.
Project Limits: Between mile markers 47 and 52.
Type of Work: Four sets of bridges being replaced are over KY 2817 (Cardwell Lane) at mile point 51.5; KY 151 (Graefenburg Road) at mile point 46.4, South Benson Creek at mile point 49.1 and KY 1665 (Evergreen Road) at mile point 49.8. Flagging operations may be required on KY 151, KY 1665, and KY 2817.
Detour: Oversized vehicles are alerted to an 11-foot width restriction for eastbound and westbound directions in the construction zone. These vehicles can utilize U.S. 60 and U.S. 127 as a detour.
Other Details: The project is expected to be completed in the spring of 2024.
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| I-64 West |
Traffic Impacts: Ramp closure.
Date/Time: From 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Tuesday, March 12.
Project Limits: I-64 West off-ramp at Exit 53-B.
Type of Work: Crews will be core drilling for asphalt inspections.
Other Details: Motorists should heed restrictions, proceed cautiously through the work zone, or seek an alternate route.
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U.S. 127 (Lawrenceburg Road), U.S. 420 (West Main Street), U.S. 421 (Versailles Road), and U.S. 460 (East Main Street) |
Traffic Impacts: Lane closures possible.
Date/Time: Daily – 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Project Limits: Various routes on U.S. 127 (Lawrenceburg Road), U.S. 420 (West Main Street), U.S. 421 (Versailles Road), and U.S. 460.
Type of Work: Sidewalk reconstruction with ADA enhancements.
Other Details: This project is nearly complete, pending final striping which is set to occur in the spring of 2024.
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| U.S. 421 (Bald Knob Road) |
Traffic Impacts: Lane closures and delays possible.
Date/Time: Daily.
Project Limits: North of Clifty Drive at mile marker 5.315 to Dry Ridge Road at mile marker 11.132.
Type of Work: Improvements to the asphalt pavement, shoulder repairs, guardrail repairs/installations, and the construction of a retaining wall at mile point 9.46 (adjacent to Stoney Creek) for slope stabilization.
Other Details: Alternating one-way traffic will be maintained through project completion, and motorists will be directed through the work zone via temporary signals. *A 9-foot-wide lane will be maintained for traffic through project completion, which is scheduled for the fall of 2024.*
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| KY 146 (La Grange Road) |
Traffic Impacts: Lane closures. Motorists may be directed through the work zone via flagging operations as construction progresses.
Date/Time: Daily/nightly.
Project Limits: From mile marker 2.82 to mile marker 2.92 (at Little Kentucky River Bridge).
Type of Work: To allow the crew to begin work on structures on the other side of the bridge.
Other Details: Motorists may be directed through the work zone via flagging operations as construction progresses. This project is expected to be completed in the fall of 2024.
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| I-71 North and South |
Traffic Impacts: Lane closures and delays possible.
Date/Time: Daily/nightly.
Project limits: Between mile marker 19.5 and mile marker 21.5.
Type of Work: Construction of new interchange ramps at KY 2857 (LaGrange Parkway) between KY 53 and KY 393.
Other Details: Motorists should heed any restrictions, cautiously proceed through the work zone, or seek an alternate route. The expected completion date for the interchange project is the fall of 2024.
Project details: https://transportation.ky.gov/DistrictFive/Pages/New-I-71-Interchange-in-Oldham-County.aspx
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| I-71 North and South |
Traffic Impacts: Lane closures, traffic shifts, and delays possible.
Date/Time: Daily/nightly.
Project Limits: Between mile marker 18 (near KY 393) and mile marker 22 (near South First Avenue).
Type of Work: The I-71 rehabilitation project includes the milling and removal of the existing asphalt pavement with the replacement of new asphalt pavement. Other improvements to the corridor include bridge repairs, subgrade repairs, and guardrail repairs/installations.
Other Details: Motorists should heed restrictions, proceed cautiously through the work zone, or seek an alternate route. The project is expected to be completed by the fall of 2024. More details here.
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| KY 329 |
Traffic Impacts: Lane closures, traffic shifts, and traffic stops possible as construction progresses.
Date/Time: Daily/nightly.
Project Limits: KY 329 and KY 329 bypass (Veterans Memorial Parkway) intersection, just south of Interstate 71.
Type of Work: Major realigning and widening of the roadway.
Other Details: The project is expected to be completed in the spring of 2025.
*Daily blasting operations will occur on weekdays around noon, as crews prepare the roadway for the widening and realignment project. Motorists should anticipate temporary traffic stops in both directions lasting up to 30 minutes during the blasting and should proceed with caution through the work zone or seek an alternate route.
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| KY 3084 (Old Henry Road) |
Traffic Impacts: Roadway closure.
Project Limits: From KY 3084 (mile point 0) to KY 362/Ash Avenue (mile point .32).
Type of Work: Construction of a 3-lane roadway.
Other Details: This project includes grading work, drainage, and asphalt surface with the bridge. The project is expected to be completed in the winter of 2024/2025.
*Continuation of KY 3084 project listed under Jefferson County.
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| I-64 East |
Traffic Impacts: Lane closures.
Date/Time: Nightly from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m., beginning Monday, March 11, through Thursday, March 14.
Project Limits: I-64 East from mile point 26.5 to mile point 31.5.
Type of Work: Crews will be core drilling for asphalt inspections.
Other Details: Motorists should heed restrictions, proceed cautiously through the work zone, or seek an alternate route.
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| SPENCER COUNTY |
*Routine Maintenance |
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| TRIMBLE COUNTY |
*Routine Maintenance |
| U.S. 421 |
Traffic Impacts: Lane closures and traffic shifts possible.
Date/Time: Daily/Nightly.
Project Limits: From mile marker 7.6 to mile marker 7.9.
Type of Work: Widening of the roadway and the construction of a left turn lane into Trimble County Jr. Sr. High School.
Other Details: Construction is set to be completed by the summer of 2024.
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| Milton-Madison Bridge (U.S. 421) |
Traffic Impacts: Lane closures and traffic shifts possible.
Date/Time: Daily/nightly.
Project Limits: U.S. 421 over the Ohio River between Milton, KY, and Madison, IN.
Type of Work: Preventative maintenance project.
Other Details: Project press release here.
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We now have a new way for you to map crime around you. Just click here and view our new interactive crime mapping tool for Division 5 & 8 or for each beat in Division 5 & 8. And save it in your favorites to view crime anytime it's updated daily. On the page is a Quickfind tool that allows you to put your address in and subscribe to crime trends, alerts and block watch reports for your police beat. Forward this email to your friends and family!
For further information on Councilman Scott Reed or District 16 please visit www.louisvilleky.gov/government/metro-council-district-16
You can also reach out directly by phone at 502.574.1116 or by email at scott.reed@louisvilleky.gov.
601 West Jefferson Street
Louisville, KY 40202
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