Healthy Kids Day

The Southwest Family YMCA is hosting a free Healthy Kids Day on April 19, 5:00 - 7:00pm. There will be inflatables, vendors, Zumba and a foam run. 

Win a Car, Support Adults with Disabilities

For $5 a duck, people have the chance to win a BRAND NEW CAR! The Ken-Ducky Derby is Harbor House's largest fundraiser of the year. Each duck adoption goes back to supporting the adults with disabilities that Harbor House serves from all over our community.

Adopt a Duck!

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Metro Council meeting highlights for Thursday, April 11

The Louisville Metro Council held their regularly scheduled Council meeting April 11. Here are some of the highlights from the meeting. https://youtu.be/UubhuocSDMs

Old Business

• R-027-24: a resolution honoring the life and legacy of Marvin Hart, Louisville’s first heavyweight boxing champion, by dedicating the corner of Muhammad Aldi Blvd and First Street in his honor.
• R-028-24: a resolution honoring the life and legacy of Gregory Page, Louisville’s last heavyweight boxing champion, by dedicating the corner of Muhammad Ali Blvd and Second Street in his honor.
• O-048-24: Neighborhood Development Funds to the Crescent Hill Community Council for security costs for the Frankfort Avenue Easter Parade.
• Two ordinances changing the zoning at 141-143 East Woodlawn Avenue and 7601 Vaughn Mill Road.
• O-056-24: an ordinance approving a Revised Detailed District Development Plan along Old Heady Road.

Special Recognitions and Proclamations

• Metro Council recognized the Louisville Fire Department and other first responders for their actions during the 2^nd Street Bridge incident.
• Council recognized Yu Emily Liu, Director of the Office of Planning, in honor of her retirement.
• Councilwoman Fowler recognized Wanda Trimble for her contributions to the community.

Consent Calendar – all items passed unanimously

• O-052-24: Neighborhood Development Funds for the Annual Jazz in Central Park festival.
• O-057-24: Neighborhood Development Funds for overtime expenses associated with additional LMPD 4^th Division patrols in the Old Louisville and Limerick neighborhoods.
• R-024-24: a resolution approving the granting of local incentives to Chemical and Industrial Engineering, Inc.
• R-026-24: a resolution accepting funding from the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet towards bridge repairs on Goldsmith Lane.

Held at Council

• R-007-24: resolution urging the United States Congress and President to facilitate a ceasefire in Palestine and Israel.

The Council meeting and attachments may be viewed online here: https://louisvilleky.primegov.com/public/portal, and on the Louisville Metro Council Facebook Page here: https://www.facebook.com/LouisvilleMetroCouncil/.

The next regularly scheduled Council meeting is on Thursday, April 25, 2024. The Metro Council meeting will begin at 4:00pm.  The first order of business will be Mayor Greenberg’s budget address.

Water Main Work on Gagel Avenue Louisville Water needs to make repairs to water main valves at the intersection of Gagel Avenue and London Drive. This work will require a hard closure on London and the westbound lane of Gagel. The use of flaggers will be utilized to move traffic around the work zone on Gagel. Work will primarily be performed 8:00am – 5:00pm and the westbound lane of Gagel will be opened in the evening when work for the day is complete. This project is expected to start either the week of April 15 or April 22 and will last approximately 3-5 days.

Riverview Festival

80 days until the 2024 Riverview Festival at Riverview Park (8202 Greenwood Road). Mark your calendars for amazing live music starting at 5:00pm, kids' activities, splashpad, food vendors, fun and FIREWORKS!!!!!!!

Riverview Festival Sponsors

So thankful for our many sponsors for the 2024 Riverview Festival. They make this event possible. If you would like to add your business' name to the list, contact heather.blazis@louisvilleky.gov or 502-574-1112 for more information. 

24-DDP-0034

Project Location: 7000 Distribution Drive

Project Description: Biopharma Expansion. A revised detailed district development plan to build a 10,600 sq.ft. addition to an existing warehouse on 8.01 acres in the EZ1 zoning district.

24-PARKWAIVER-0003

Project Location: 5229 Dixie Highway

Project Description: Wawa - Dixie Hwy. A parking waiver to allow a proposed fuel station to exceed the maximum allowed number of parking spaces by 34.

24-CAT2-0009

Project Location: 5229 Dixie Highway

Project Description: Wawa. A category 2 for a proposed development of a convenience store to include 5,919 SF building, associated parking, 6 MPD's (12 fueling positions), underground fuel tanks, re-establishment of 3 driveways on 2.05 acres in the C1 zoning district.

Notice of Zoning Change

Follow-up Informational Meeting

Site: 9101 John Hicks Way

Project: VOA Veterans Village

Case # 24-ZONE-0025

You are invited to an informational meeting regarding a zoning change for the property located at 9101 John Hicks Way. This property is located at the north-east corner of Stonestreet Road and Dixie Highway. The meeting will take place at the Southwest Government Center, located at 7219 Dixie Highway, Louisville KY 40258, on April 24, 2024, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM.

Click here for more information. 

High school seniors from Beth Haven, Butler, Doss, Holy Cross, PRP, Valley and Western can apply for a $1000 scholarship from the Dixie Area Business Association. For more information or an application, the student should contact their guidance counselor or visit www.dixieaba.com. 

Jefferson County Residents Can Apply for Electric Assistance through Metro RCS Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Spring Subsidy Cooling Component applications will be accepted on a first come, first-served basis from April 16 to May 31, 2024, or until designated funds are depleted. Kentucky households, up to 150 percent of the Federal Poverty Guidelines, can receive a benefit to offset their home electric costs. The Spring Subsidy Cooling Component provides households a one-time benefit ranging from $38 to $200 depending on income levels and housing category. Benefits are paid directly to the household’s electric vendor. Jefferson County residents wishing to apply must schedule an appointment utilizing the automated appointment system. Appointments can be scheduled by phone by calling 502-991-8391 or online at louisvilleky.cascheduler.com. The toll-free service is currently open and is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. All applicants will be required to supply the following documentation at time of application: Proof of Social Security Number or Permanent Residence card (Green Card) for each member of the household. Proof of income from the preceding month for all members of the household. Most current electric bill, statement from your landlord if electric is included in your rent, statement from utility company if you participate in a Pre-Pay Electric Program. The account number and name on the account for main heating fuel sources and electric bill. Assistance received during previous LIHEAP components does not affect a household's eligibility. Community Action Kentucky administers LIHEAP in partnership with the Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services who receive the funding as a pass-through block grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. For more information about LIHEAP, including contact information for all local Community Action agencies, please visit the Community Action Kentucky website at www.CAPKY.org.

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