Juneteenth Jubilee Celebration 2024 

Juneteenth, also known as Emancipation Day or Freedom Day, commemorates the day on June 19, 1865, when Union General Gordon Granger arrived in Galveston, Texas and announced that all enslaved people were to be freed. This came two and a half years after the Emancipation Proclamation was issued and marked a significant turning point in the fight for freedom and equality. On our website, you'll find resources and information about the history of Juneteenth, as well as details about events and activities happening in Louisville. We believe that Juneteenth is not just a holiday, but a symbol of hope and progress. We're committed to creating a space where people can come together to celebrate this important event and continue the work of building a more just and equitable society.

June 17 - Kentucky Opera’s “Amplify Songs of Justice” concert

As part of this year’s Juneteenth Jubilee Celebration celebration, the Kentucky Opera will host “Amplify Songs of Justice” for the second consecutive year 

“Amplify Songs of Justice” is a free concert featuring original commissioned songs about the Civil Rights movements. The evening will showcase five compositions by American operatic baritone Jorell Williams, with lyrics by Louisville Metro Councilwoman Dr. Paula McCraney (D-7).

Voices from across Louisville, including churches and college choirs, will join members of the Kentucky Opera Juneteenth Jubilee Choir for a concert celebrating African American culture and music.

The event will begin at 7 p.m. at the Kentucky Opera Center for Cultural Health, located at 708 Magazine Street. This is a free event, but tickets are required. You may sign up for free tickets online at: https://secure.kyopera.org/amplify-songs-of-justice-2024.

Juneteenth holiday schedule changes

City Hall will be closed Wednesday, June 19 for the Juneteenth holiday.

There will be no waste collection on Wednesday, June 19 and collections will be delayed by one day. Be sure to use the Recycle Coach app to keep up with any unexpected delays or changes in waste collection. You can also learn "what goes where" and get notified about collections and drop-off events. 

Residents who rely on private waste haulers should consult those haulers about holiday collection schedules.

Juneteenth holiday closings

Our three staffed recycling drop-off locations, the Waste Reduction Center, and the Haz Bin will be closed on Wednesday, June 19 for the holiday. A map and complete list of the drop-off sites and regular operating hours can be found at our website.

Kentuckiana Pride Parade and Pride Festival June 15

From Kentuckiana Pride: Join us on the Big 4 Lawn for the 2024 Kentuckiana Pride Festival. The parade kicks off at noon in NuLu and continues to the festival grounds where we have an amazing entertainment lineup!

We are expecting an at capacity crowd for this year's Kentuckiana Pride Festival. Purchasing your tickets in advance will ensure you have access to the festival. A capacity limit has been put in place to ensure guests at the Kentuckiana Pride Festival continue to have a safe and fun experience.

The following streets will be closed during the following times for the Kentuckiana Pride Parade and Pride Festival: 

8 a.m. Friday, June 14 to 11:59 p.m. Saturday, June 15

• River Road from East Witherspoon Street/Preston Street to Frankfort Avenue

10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 15

• Wenzel Street from Main Street to Jefferson Street
• Campbell Street from Main Street to Jefferson Street
• East Market Street from Preston Street to Baxter Avenue
• Preston Street from Market Street to Witherspoon Street 

No parking areas

8 a.m. Friday, June 14 to 11:59 p.m. Saturday, June 15

• River Road from East Witherspoon Street/Preston Street to Frankfort Avenue

10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 15

• Wenzel Street from Main Street to Jefferson Street
• Campbell Street from Main Street to Jefferson Street
• East Market Street from Preston Street to Baxter Avenue
• Preston Street from Market Street to Witherspoon Street 

These street closures will be on the WAZE app as well

Paving projects scheduled for District 10 next week

Some D-10 streets are among the Louisville Metro Public Works paving projects scheduled for next week:  Fern Drive from Rosemary Drive to Hess Lane Ivy Road from Rosemary Drive to Hess Lane Rosemary Drive from Preston Highway to Fern Drive Belmar Drive from Preston Highway through the railroad viaduct Please note that the schedule may have some delays due to weather or other unforeseen issues. Various lane closures and other impacts will be ongoing during these improvements.

Comments accepted through June 18 on the KY 61-Preston Transportation Plan

The KY 61-Preston Transportation Plan identifies short- and long-term corridor improvements for future project development and implementation by the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet and the Louisville Metro Government. The study area spans across KY 61 (Preston Highway) from Commerce Crossings Drive to Briden Avenue. Essentially, the seven miles from the Watterson Expressway to the Gene Snyder Freeway. Survey submissions from the public will be used to ensure the proposed improvements in this study resonate with local needs and community preferences. We will be accepting comments and surveys through June 18.  Surveys can be completed online or e-mailed to john.callihan@aecom.com. See handouts and paper surveys from the May 21 meeting. En espanol: handouts and paper surveys.  Review the project webpage:  https://transportation.ky.gov/DistrictFive/Pages/Jefferson-County---KY-61-Preston-Highway-Planning-Study-5-80205.aspx Review the study Story Map:  https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/cd07d573958d4591a1fa05a046030a67 Study Online Survey:  https://survey123.arcgis.com/share/ae46f64cb0154e7990ff1a4c299deb1e

2025 Budget hearing schedule

Budget hearings continue through the June 20 Metro Council vote. Links to the Mayor's proposed budget, the Budget hearing schedule, and other related information are at: https://louisvilleky.gov/government/metro-council The special budget committee meeting is scheduled for Monday, June 17 at 4:30 p.m. for the reading of the final FY25 Ordinance. The final FY25 Budget vote will be on the Metro Council agenda Thursday, June 20.

JCPS summer feeding sites and mobile stops

JCPS is helping feed their students over the summer months. They have several open summer feeding sites in the area where the community children can receive a breakfast and lunch (must stay on site to eat both meals). The sites include Conway Middle, PRP High, Eisenhower Elem and Western High.

JCPS have mobile stops, including:

• Riverview Park (12:20 to 12:40 p.m.) 8202 Greenwood Road
• Scenic Acres (12:50 to 1:15 p.m.) 7511 Cane Run Road
• River Oaks (11 to 11:30 a.m.) 3416 Kramers Lane
• Riverport Landings (11:30 to 1:55 a.m.) 3400 Cathe Dykstra Way
• Pioneer Mobile (10:35 to 10:55 a.m.) 4316 Cane Run Road

You can also visit jcps.nutrislice.com for menus and locations or follow the link below listing all JCPS sites:

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1fZmN4s7RkDcyKmOuwAD8DalHCDP4hDwxpft7H7rriVU/edit?usp=sharing

Fern Creek/Highview United Ministries school supply drive through July 26

Remember the Camp Taylor Elementary School pantry as you shop

Tiffany Bolling from the Family Resource Center has reached out to request food donations for the school pantry at Camp Taylor Elementary School. 

Not only do we feed our students and their families at Camp Taylor and Audubon Traditional Elementary Schools, we also have a food pantry in front of the school to feed the community. 

Our pantry is usually stocked through Dare to Care, but the food goes so quickly. Our homeless demographic has doubled from last school year. I am trying to keep up with the nutritional support I can provide, but it's a struggle.

If you are able to assist in getting us food to fill our pantry, donations can be sent to: Camp Taylor Elementary School, The Kid Connection FRC, 1446 Belmar Drive, Louisville, KY, 40213. 

Monthly Food Pantry at St Agnes Parish in partnership with Dare to Care

The monthly Food Pantry at St. Agnes Parish, in partnership with Dare to Care, distributes food to approximately 150 guest families the fourth Saturday of each month. The pantry operates from 9 to 10:30 a.m. and is open to all Louisville residents. Guests are served via a drive-through format.

District 10 events

Last chance to experience Wild Lights at the Louisville Zoo 

The Louisville Zoo invites you to seize the last chance to experience the mesmerizing Wild Lights festival! Running Thursday through Sunday nights, this popular lantern festival concludes this Sunday, June 16. With the weather forecast predicting beautiful conditions for the weekend, it's the perfect opportunity to enjoy this outdoor evening event.

Wild Lights has been described as Louisville’s premier springtime lights attraction, and this year’s displays are brighter and more breathtaking than ever. Guests can wander through the Zoo’s 1.4-mile path and marvel at the hand-crafted illuminated art displays. This year’s event features more than 60 individual displays, including highlights like the blooming morning glory corridor, a 23-foot-tall octopus and a walk-through phoenix tunnel. Interactive lanterns allow visitors to engage with the displays by powering lantern movements and competing in games.

In addition to the stunning lanterns, Wild Lights offers nightly performances on the MetaZoo stage. Enjoy live shows featuring traditional Chinese performances, including the amazing lightning-fast mask changes of Sichuan Opera and other unforgettable acrobatic acts. Unique handcrafted goods will also be available for purchase. Food and drink highlights include a Crab Rangoon Burger with Asian Street Fries, Spring Rolls, Asian Pear Sangria and Spiked Spiced Chai.

The festival is wheelchair and stroller-friendly on a paved path and is held rain or shine from 7 – 10 p.m. Thursday through Sunday nights.

Tickets are available for purchase in advance online only at louisvillezoo.org/wildlights. Parking for the event is $7 and can be purchased in advance online or at the Zoo admission windows.

Don't miss your final opportunity to experience Wild Lights at the Louisville Zoo! For more information, visit louisvillezoo.org/wildlights.

LMAS news and announcements

Highlands-Shelby Park Library events

Please check dates and times at wfpl.org.  Thomas Freese: Star Stories, Saturday, June 15, 11 a.m. to noon. Ancient folk tales of people, animals or gods who were immortalized in constellations. Ages 6-12. Cosmic Oculus Adventures, Saturday, June 15, 2 to 4 p.m. Experience space like you've never before! The Teen Outpost brings you an unforgettable experience including point-of-view from the ISS as well as space-themed games, all through the magic of VR. Ages 13-19.  Teen Chess Club, Monday, June 17, 3 to 5 p.m. Never played? A tournament veteran? A casual player? All skill levels are welcome. We'll teach you the basics of the game, general strategy, popular moves, advanced rules, and how to record your games. And we'll play lots of chess! Ages 10-19.  Kids Club, Tuesday, June 18, 3:30 to 5 p.m. Drop in every Tuesday for some afternoon fun. Each week will be a different activity. Crafts, board games, LEGOs and more! Ages 4-10.  Teen Post-Up, Tuesday, June 18, 6 to 8 p.m. Join us at the Outpost for a weekly night of board games, video games, and snacks! Ages 10-19.  Baby Storytime, Thursday, June 20, 10:15 to 11 a.m. A storytime for developing pre-literacy skills and a love of reading through books, songs, movement and activities. Ages 0-24 months. Toddler Storytime, Thursday, June 20, 11:15 a.m. to noon. A storytime for developing pre-literacy skills and a love of reading through books, songs, movement and activities. Ages 2-3. Teen Lounge, Thursday, June 20, 3 to 4:30 p.m. For long-time anime lovers and newcomers alike, join us every week as we watch popular films and series from your favorite genres. Ages 10-19.

July 6 - ROARchestra at the Louisville Zoo

Partnership between the Louisville Zoo and Louisville Orchestra brings back popular ROARchestra Concert for a wild evening of music and wildlife July 6 The Louisville Zoo and Louisville Orchestra are thrilled to announce the highly anticipated return of ROARchestra on Saturday, July 6 at the Louisville Zoo. Following a 15-year hiatus, this beloved family-friendly event combines the excitement of a visit to the Zoo with the soul-stirring sounds of the Louisville Orchestra, creating an unforgettable experience.

Doors open at 7 p.m. allowing guests to explore the Zoo or get settled in the Oasis Field. The concert, conducted by Teddy Abrams, begins at 8:30 p.m. under the stars. Abrams will be joined by guest vocalists Jason Clayborn and Daria Raymore with backup singers Teaira Dunn, CeCe Dunn, and Latiana Clayborn. The evening will be a blend of classical masterpieces with soulful pop hits. This unique fusion promises a lineup that will resonate with audiences of all tastes.

The concert will kick off with Leonard Bernstein’s energetic Three Dance Episodes from “On the Town,” setting the stage for an unforgettable musical journey. Audiences will then be immersed in the profound depths of Dvořák’s Symphony No. 9, a true masterpiece that will captivate and inspire.

Prepare to be moved by the soul-stirring renditions of timeless classics by legendary artists such as Aretha Franklin, Stevie Wonder, and Lionel Richie. The incredible vocalists will deliver powerful performances of hits like "Endless Love“ "It’s A Man’s World," and "Ain’t No Mountain High Enough." Their extraordinary talent will leave you in awe and have you singing along with them all night.

Tickets are $30 for adults, and $15 for children 3-11. Children 2 and under are admitted free, Parking is included with admission. Concessions, including adult libations, will be available for purchase. This event is expected to sell out; the Zoo and the Orchestra encourage guests to get their tickets early at louisvillezoo.org/roar.

Louisville Nature Center

Louisville Nature Center Events - view complete list

Master Gardeners Q & A Panel- Ask the Experts! 

Wednesday, September 25, 5:30 to 7 p.m. Admission s $5 for members, $15 for potential members. Come prepared with all your fall gardening questions and learn from the experts! This will be the perfect chance to gain new knowledge, share success stories, seek answers for those pesky problem areas, and mingle with other gardeners. Topics will include basics of fall gardening, seed saving and managing your garden beds. 

Enchanted Forest Saturday, October 12, 7 to 10 p.m. Join us for an unforgettable evening! Experience LNC programming first hand, enjoy craft cocktails in the Nature Play Area while listening to live music, and get an exclusive peek at LNC's plan for the future.

Free 5K run/walk every Saturday morning at 9 a.m. at Joe Creason Park

The Joe Creason parkrun is a free 5K that meets every Saturday morning at 9 a.m. at Joe Creason Park. Come join your friends and neighbors - parkrun is family and dog friendly and you can walk, jog or run or volunteer. More information can be found at parkrun.us/joecreason. They're also on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.

Louisville Metro events

Tonight through June 23 - Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat at the Iroquois Amphitheater

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat is coming to the Iroquois Amphitheater June 14 to 23! Dive into the enchanting world of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice's timeless classic, presented by ACT Louisville Productions, the creative minds behind The Wizard of Oz and The Sound of Music. 

Tickets start at $19 and are on sale now at actlouisville.com or iroquoisamphitheater.com.

Groups buying tickets through Group Sales get a discount, and groups of 15 and larger get a 15 percent discount on admission.

Box office hours are 1 to 6 p.m. Thursdays and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Fridays at 1080 Amphitheater Road. Read more about Joseph and the lineup of summer entertainment at iroquoisamphitheater.com. 

Louisville Free Public Library’s annual Summer Reading Program off to a hot start!

LFPL’s Summer Reading Program has been a Louisville tradition for nearly a century, helping children and teens avoid summer learning loss by encouraging them to read for fun by offering prizes and incentives. This year’s program, A Universe of Stories, just kicked off last Saturday and more than 9,000 area youth—newborns to 12th graders—have already signed up!

To complete the program, school-aged children need to read ten books, teens read six books, and preschool-aged children and younger need to read, or have read to them, 20 books. Everyone who completes the program will receive an alien pencil pouch (kids) or tech bag (teens), as well as coupons for free treats from Ehrler’s Ice Cream and Fazoli’s, and free passes to area attractions like Kentucky Science Center, Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory, Squire Boone Caverns, Louisville Bats Baseball, Racing Louisville FC, select UofL sports, and more.

LFPL’s Summer Reading Program is presented by the Library Foundation and is absolutely FREE. Participants can register online at LFPL.org/SummerReading, or stop by any Louisville Free Public Library location between now and August 3.

LFPL’s Summer Reading is more than books!

Did you know that LFPL also offers hundreds of FREE events and activities as part of the Summer Reading Program, to help keep kids and teens entertained and engaged when school is out. Join us for magic shows, storytelling, art projects, wild animals, and a whole lot more all summer long.

On June 29, the Northeast Regional Library will once again host the Greatest Day of Play – a day full of imagination, art, games, and live performances for kids and families.

Cultural Pass

Pick up your Cultural Pass at the library! This free program supports and encourages summer learning by providing access to more than 40 of Kentuckiana’s arts and cultural institutions for children and young adults up to age 21 in Jefferson and Bullitt counties in Kentucky and Clark, Floyd, and Harrison counties in Indiana. The Cultural Pass is valid now through August 4. Cultural Passes can be picked up at any LFPL location. To learn more, visit CulturalPass.org.

Through August 11 - the 2024 season of Kentucky Shakespeare Festival in Central Park 

The Kentucky Shakespeare Festival in Central Park continues tonight with Romeo and Juliet. This professional theater group performs free for ten weeks. After Romeo and Juliet, they will perform the Comedy of Errors and the Tempest.

Nightly Schedule:

6 p.m. Food Trucks

7 p.m. Kids’ Globe, Will’s Gift Shop, Will’s Tavern

7 p.m. Community Pre-show Performance

8 p.m. Performance

For more information go to https://kyshakespeare.com/season/sicp/

Through July 27 - Willenium Youth Impact Program 

June 15 - Pop-Up Drop-Off at Doss High School

June 18 - next Zoning Matters: Conversations with a City Planner

This is the third series of conversations offered. The previous series took place in 2022 and 2023. To view a summary of these, scan the above QR code or read here. 

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.

June 21 - Louisville Freedom Summer kickoff event

Simmons College of Kentucky is honoring the 60th anniversary of the Mississippi Freedom Summer with our very own Louisville Freedom Summer. To learn about the 1964 summer campaign history, join us for a documentary viewing. There will also be live jazz and discussion with organizers of the 2024 Louisville Freedom Summer. Scan the code on the flyer above to learn more. 

June 29 - Next Community Workshop regarding Louisville's Urban Forest Master Plan

Invite us over: We'd love to come meet with your club, group, or neighborhood and your next gathering. We can share more about the project and Louisville tree canopy, and you can make sure your priorities and concerns are heard. Contact morgan@treeslouisville.org to schedule. 

Provide input through an online survey: LouisvilleTreePlan.org. Or plan to attend one of the workshops listed above. 

June 29 - Riverview Independence Festival

Councilman Mulvihill is proud to support the Riverview Independence Festival again this year. 

Free four-week Anti-Racism Challenge begins July 5

Listen Learn Act This is how it works -- each week participants receive an email with a list of 10-12 possible anti-racism activities to do on your own. We ask participants to choose and complete three of these. The purpose is to help us stay focused and active in challenging racism in our daily lives. This is a personal Challenge – no need to report back. Go to listenlearnact.org to see past Anti-Racism Challenges and to sign up.

July 6 - Teen Biking BMX event

July 10 - next Standard Design Guidelines Update meeting

Louisville Metro news

How to report a pothole

Residents have three ways to report a pothole: By calling Metro311, (502-574-5000) On social media using #502pothole On Public Works' website at gov/government/public-works/services/report-pothole-or-other-city-services-issue

Litter Collection and Mowing Calendar 

Jefferson County Legal Help Center offering hours Tuesdays

Assistance

The Office for Aging and Disabled Citizens' newest edition of the OADC Resource Guide is available now. The updated resources guide connects aging and disabled citizens, along with their caregivers, to a variety of service providers, government agencies and non-profit organizations in the city of Louisville. View or print the updated resource guide.

Kentucky's Employee Child Care Assistance Partner Program

The Employee Child Care Assistance Partnership (ECCAP) helps employers meaningfully  contribute financial assistance directly to employee child care costs by matching their contribution up to 100 percent, potentially doubling the value of their employer-provided benefit. All funds from the employer and the state are paid directly to eligible child care providers. Various program restrictions apply. Learn more at the Kentucky Chamber's ECCAP resource page, Kentucky's ECCAP program page, or by email.

Help with prescription medication copays may be possible through the Kentucky Prescription Assistance Program. Call 1-800-633-8100, between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Monday through Friday.

The Louisville Metro Down Payment Assistance Program provides low- to moderate-income homebuyers with down payment and closing cost assistance for purchasing a home in the Louisville Metro area.

The Team Kentucky Homeowner Assistance Fund is a program that can help homeowners impacted by the pandemic rebound and avoid foreclosure. Qualifying homeowners can apply for up to $46,350 in assistance to help with delinquent mortgage payments, property taxes, homeowner’s and/or flood insurance, homeowners association fees and utility costs. 

If you're 65 years old, own and occupy your primary residence, you may qualify to exempt the first $39,300 of your home value from property taxes through the The Homestead Exemption. Vets with service connected disabilities and totally/permanently disabled civilians may also qualify.

Locate Dare to Care food assistance locations, which include St. Stephen Martyr at 3015 Greenup Road, from 3:45 to 5 p.m. Wednesdays. Please call before visiting sites to verify hours of operation. 

Meals on Wheels is available to qualified seniors in Jefferson County, 60 years or older, who are homebound with no one available to help prepare meals. Call 574-6325 to begin the qualification process. For information on the senior congregate sites for more active seniors, 60 and older, call the number above or sign up at the RCS page. Sites require a one-day advance reservation. See the updated list of open congregate sites.  The Senior Nutrition Program seeks volunteers all year long to help in a variety of capacities. For more information, call 574-6420.

It's okay to not be okay - help is available so connect 

Mental health experts recommend connecting with others and talking about how you're feeling. Don’t isolate yourself. Dial 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline Text “LOU” to 741741 Crisis Text Line Community Wellness Hub Mental Health Lou 502-414-4380 The Black Counseling & Consulting Collective 502-589-4313 Seven Counties 24/7 Adult Crisis Line 502-589-8070 Seven Counties 24/7 Child Crisis Line 502-583-3951 Seven Counties 24/7 Addiction Help Line 502-792-7011 Collective Care Center at Spalding University 502-588-2008 NAMI Louisville 1-800-273-8255 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-888-843-4564 LGBT National Help Center

Trauma-trained mental health specialists are available at all eight Louisville Neighborhood Place locations for immediate and free assistance for any Louisville resident dealing with violence or other trauma. Appointments and walk-ins are accepted. The city has also set up a trauma hotline that is free to call: 901-0100.

LMPD - which numbers to call for emergencies, non-emergencies, and ongoing criminal activity complaints

The most efficient manner to report crime and/or request to speak to an officer is to call Metrosafe Dispatch at 574-2111 (5) Furthermore, if the efforts of the officer were not reasonably adequate to address the concern or issue, a citizen can immediately call Metrosafe back and request for an LMPD supervisor to contact them.  For non-emergencies, dial 574-2111 (5)  for non-violent crimes, non-injury auto accidents, or to report a crime that has already occurred.  For emergencies, dial 911 for violent crime in progress, serious injury auto accidents, or immediate threat to human life.  To report ongoing criminal activity, dial 574-5673, the LMPD Tip Line, for drug dealing, prostitution, gang activity, or any information that may help close open investigations.

LMPD Public Review of Policy

From the Louisville Metro Police Department:
The LMPD is committed to engaging the public when revising our policies. The LMPD seeks feedback from the public. Below is the process the Department has implemented to ensure a deliberate and thoughtful process when revising policies.

Process

• Policies that have been revised each quarter will be posted for review and public comment.
• Changes that have been made to the previous policy will be highlighted.
• Comments will be reviewed and considered by appropriate personnel and leadership during the next policy review process.

Policy/Standard Operating Procedure updates: 

General Order #24-002 - March 2024 SOP Updates

Links to updates and online comment forms: 

https://www.louisville-police.org/882/LMPD-Public-Review-of-Policy

News you can use

District 10 CIF and NDF appropriations

Councilman Mulvihill-initiated D-10 Capital Improvement Funds (CIF) appropriations documentation dating to 2016 is linked here.  The D-10 Neighborhood Development Funds (NDF) appropriations document is linked here.

Louisville Metro Planning and Design Services District 10 cases

Note: short term rental is the general term used to describe vacation rentals including AirBNB, VRBO, and Tripping. 

July 1 - Public Hearing regarding 1727 Lincoln Avenue

24-CUP-0093, 1727 Lincoln Avenue, application for a Conditional Use Permit to allow a Short Term Rental of a dwelling unit that is not the primary residence of the owner. 

24-CFR-0003, 4201 Illinois Avenue, Application for a Community Facility Review for a zoo expansion on 15.09 acres in the R5 zoning district. Kentucky Trails at the Zoo. 

24-CUP-0063, 6500 Six Mile Lane, a Conditional Use Permit to construct a gym and building addition for a private institutional use on 7.1 acres in the R4 zoning district. NUR Islamic School.

4730 Champions Trace Lane:

19-DDP-0077, 4730 Champions Trace Lane, a Revised District Development Plan for a medical office and dialysis center on 1.4 acres in the C2 zoning district. 

19-VARIANCE-0076, 4730 Champions Trace Lane, a variance from section 4.8.1 of the Land Development Code to allow the proposed pavement to encroach into the middle and outer 100-foot stream buffer for a medical office on 1.4 acres in the C2 zoning district.

1300 Eastern Parkway

23-DDP-0117, 1300 Eastern Parkway, revised submittal of a District Development Plan to construct a garage with carport and roof the existing front porch of the main house on 0.39 acres in R5A zoning.

23-VARIANCE-0179, 1300 Eastern Parkway, a Variance to allow the construction of a garage within the required private yard area on .39 acres in the R5A zoning district. 

3417 Community Horizon Circle

23-MCUP-0008, 3417 Community Horizon Circle, revised submittal of an application for a Modified Conditional Use Permit for a parking lot on 2.68 acres in the R5 zoning district. CFL Parking Lot. 

24-VARIANCE-0071, 3417 Community Horizon Circle, application for a Variance to allow parking in the side and rear setback. Day Spring.

24-MPLAT-0066, 4200 Wallingford Lane, Application for a Minor Subdivision Plat to shift a lot line between properties in the R6 zoning district. 

23-MPLAT-0165, 2221 Bradford Drive, revised submittal for a minor plat to dedicate right of way on 5.46 acres in the R6 zoning district.

22-MPLAT-0044, 4322 Mildaun Road, application for a Minor Plat change to create two lots from one on .736 acres in the R-4 zoning district and SW form district. Bicker Division.

2814 Newburg Road

19-WAIVER-0112, 2814 Newburg Road, a waiver for the sidewalk requirement along Newburg Road. 
19-WAIVER-0113, 2814 Newburg Road, a waiver to allow detached houses to abut a private street.  

3560 Bashford Avenue

23-WAIVER-0116, 3560 Bashford Avenue, a Waiver of LDC Chapter 10.2.4.B.8 to omit the required landscape buffer area along a portion of the side and rear property line. TEM Group Rezoning.

24-ZONE-0038, 6400 Six Mile Lane, revised submittal for a Change in Zoning from R5 to R7 to allow a 20-unit apartment complex on 1.188 acres. Six Mile Lane Apartments. 

Short Term Rental cases

23-CUP-0367, 2041 Bashford Manor Lane, application for a Conditional Use Permit for a short-term rental of a dwelling unit that is not owner-occupied on 0.187 acr.es in the R5 zoning district.

24-CUP-0099, 1368 Barret Avenue, a Conditional Use Permit for a Short Term Rental on 0.312 acres in the R3 zoning district. 

23-CUPPA-0062, 3709 Willmar Avenue, a Conditional Use Permit Pre-Application for a non-primary residence Short Term Rental on 0.2602 acres in the R-4 zoning district.

23-CUP-0266, 1537 Lincoln Avenue, a Conditional Use Permit for a Short Term Rental on .083 acres in the R5 zoning district. 

23-CUP-0149, 1628 Belmar Drive, a Conditional Use Permit for a Short Term Rental on 0.1357 acres in the R-5 zoning district. 

23-CUP-0346, 3102 Bobolink Road, a Conditional Use Permit to allow a Short Term Rental on .16 acres in the R5 zoning district. 

22-CUP-0066, 1607 Orchard Avenue, a Conditional Use Permit for a Short Term Rental on .14 acres in the R5 zoning district. 

20-CUP-0147 for 1500 Lincoln Avenue, a Conditional Use Permit for a short term rental at a non primary residence on 0.18 acres in the R5 zoning district.

Check on Planning and Design Services cases.

 Locate legal Short Term Rentals with interactive map

Short term rental enforcement continues in large part to be complaint-driven, based on public reporting of alleged violations to administrators.

An interactive map tool contains all of the registered short term rentals in Louisville having an active permit to rent their property out to paying customers on STR websites like Airbnb.

If you believe someone is using a property as a short term rental but it does not show up on this registry, or if the registry indicates a non-owner occupied property does not have a CUP, then please report the issue here (select “Zoning and Business Concerns,” “Zoning Concern,” “Short Term Rental,” complete the form and submit). Or contact our office. 

An easy way to find out where Louisville Water is working

Is Louisville Water working in your area? Our website offers an easy way to find out. An interactive map shows not only construction locations but also details on the projects, including the status, type, and even the project manager's phone number. While the map shows all planned projects, please note that it currently does not display repairs on water main breaks.

Driver licensing - REAL ID enforcement date extended to May 7, 2025

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has extended the REAL ID Act enforcement date by two years offering Kentuckians, and residents of other states, more time to request a compliant driving or identity credential that maintains air travel access and military base entry. The enforcement date has been moved from May 3, 2023 to May 7, 2025. Read details on REAL ID.

Be informed about crimes with LMPD's crime mapping website

The Louisville Metro Police Department uses a Crime Mapping website to display crime on a map in Jefferson County. 

Zoom in to see crimes in an area, or put an address in the address bar at top left to search. You may sign up for auto email alerts for crime around an address. Reports are made available to the public after a process of internal review, often in the same day as the report taken. Due to the nature of some crimes, reports are made available to public upon the completion of a thorough investigation and will be made available as soon as practical.

These LMPD divisions serve sections of District 10:

• Link to LMPD Fourth Division 
• Link to LMPD Fifth Division
• Link to LMPD Sixth Division

Know the signs of human trafficking - you could save a life

Do you know the indicators of human trafficking? You could save a life. 

If you or someone you know needs help, contact the National Human Trafficking Hotline, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at 1-888-373-7888 to speak with a specially trained Anti-Trafficking Hotline Advocate. Support is provided in more than 200 languages. We are here to listen and connect you with the help you need to stay safe.

Callers can dial 711 to access the Hotline using TTY. Or text at 233733. Message and data rates may apply.

You can also email at help@humantraffickinghotline.org  or submit a tip online here.

Veterans Crisis Line 

Some offices and VA hospitals offer a "Health Promotion Disease Prevention Program" that includes treatment methods including acupuncture, tai chi, and meditation instead of opioids, and they work with the Veterans Crisis Line (1-800-273-8255, Press 1) to provide support and treatment for PTSD and depression, the leading cause of suicide for veterans.

Additional references for VA material and assistance or 1-877-WAR-VETS. Lifestyle changes for better health, or sexual trauma.

"Embrace the Journey" website for parents of LGBTQ+ children and adolescents

For LGBTQ+ children and adolescents,a parent’s support makes all the difference. The Embrace the Journey website is designed to educate the parents of LGBTQ+ children and adolescents about how to give children the emotional support they need.

Streetlight out? Report it. 

Please report non-working streetlights to LG&E.  Report a hazard on a state road or highway, such as non-working highway lighting or potholes.

Reporting potholes

• Report online. 
• Use Twitter by sending the location of the hole to @LouMetro311 and include the hashtag #502pothole.
• Call Metro311 or 574-5000 to report potholes or any other issues. 

Report litterers

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.

Help stop wire theft along Kentucky's highways

• Report any information about wire thefts at Kentucky interchanges to the KYTC Office of
  Inspector General (OIG) Office at 502-330-7506. If your information leads to an arrest and conviction, you may be eligible for the $5,000 reward.
• Report active crimes or suspicious activity to local law enforcement.
• Report dark intersections to the KYTC Traffic Operations Center at 877-FOR-KYTC

Would you like to serve on one of Louisville Metro's Boards or Commissions? 

Are you interested in volunteering?  Louisville Metro Government has more than 70 boards and commissions - everything from the board of the Louisville Water Company to Metro Parks to the Louisville Planning Commission. We are always in search of citizens willing to serve on boards. Most boards are voluntary-based and are not paid but the reward of serving pays big dividends to our community.

To complete an application, please visit   https://louisvilleky.gov/government/mayor-craig-greenberg/interested-serving-board-or-commission

If you know of a community event you'd like to be considered for inclusion on the District 10 enews, let us know. Please email our office: sara.feltner@louisvilleky.gov or call 574-1110.

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