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Hello Neighbors & Friends,
It is no coincidence that Father's Day is in June. As you may be aware, June is also Men's Health Month. This is the time to remind the men in our lives to take a break to examine their health, and if need be, make an appointment to visit with a doctor.
Three cancers that top the charts as the most often that affect men are prostate, colorectal, and lung cancers. Regular exams can help prevent these cancers or detect them early. It is important to find these cancers early when they are small, haven’t spread, and treatable. Education about early detection could save a man’s life.
According to Indiana University School of Medicine, men are significantly less likely than women to see a doctor or report symptoms to a health care provider. IU estimates that only 60 percent of men go to the doctor for a yearly, routine check up, and 40 percent won’t go until something is seriously wrong.
IU School of Medicine, in its Spirit of Medicine blog, also lists these other important facts that men should know about their health:
- The overall mortality rate is 41 percent higher for men than women, and it’s higher for men for 8 out of 10 leading causes of death—including heart disease, cancer, stroke and diabetes.
- 31 percent of men suffer depression in their lifetime and 9 percent of men have daily feelings of depression or anxiety. But only 1/4 talk to a mental health professional, and only 1/3 take medication. Pay attention to signs of depression and don’t be afraid to seek help.
- Prostate cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths for men in the United States. A man is 2 to 3 times more likely to get prostate cancer if his father, brother or son had it. Talk to your doctor about having PSA and DRE levels checked.
- Erectile dysfunction affects nearly 30 million men of all ages across the United States. If you’re having problems, see a urologist and make sure it’s not an early warning sign for something more serious, like heart disease, high blood pressure or high blood sugar.
So, on this Father's Day, I pause to say I love you and want the best for you. Therefore, I encourage you to relax and enjoy your day. But starting tomorrow, please take advantage of Men's Health Month and make an appointment to speak with a doctor or pick up some literature to learn more about early detection and ways to optimize your health.
HAPPY FATHER'S DAY!
Hello Neighbors! My name is Roderick Purdy and I am Councilwoman McCraney's staff helper/intern for the summer. Some of you may have met me over the phone, over an email, or on the District 7 Constituency Tour (and thank you again to those who joined us on the wonderful tour), so here's a bit more about me:
I'm a resident of Windy Hills and a rising sophomore attending American University in Washington D.C. I am majoring in Political Science and minoring in Psychology.
On campus, I like hanging out with my great friends, serving as a senator-at-large in Student Government, and being a part of clubs like AU Democrats and Brother Brother (a coalition and community organization for Black, Indigenous, and Latino men).
In my personal time, I like to read, exercise, play Mario Kart, and keep up with politics (you could say it's good to do so when that's your major).
So far, working in the District 7 office has been a wonderful experience, not only because it's great to learn about the inner workings and processes of Louisville's government, but because it's great to help others with their issues and make sure the issues get fixed in the best way.
This internship has been great in gaining experience and knowledge for my studies at American, and I can't wait to gain much more by helping you and accomplishing the tasks assigned to me by the Councilwoman.
The District 7 Constituent Tour last Saturday was a hit! We toured West Louisville and learned of its rich history and new economic development initiatives. Once guests boarded the bus at Westport Middle School, and after a reading of a note from District 4 Councilman Jecorey Arthur (whose district was one of the stops along the tour), we were well on the way to our first destination at the Kentucky Center for African American Heritage.
When we arrived at the Center, we were greeted by Executive Director Aukram Burton, who opened our tour with great knowledge of African American history in Louisville that we were all fascinated to learn about. It was wonderful to hear and learn so much from Aukram's insightful commentary on the rich history displayed through art, portraits of historic black figures from our community, and the stories that forged West Louisville into what we know it as today.
After the tour at the Center, we attended the unveiling of the In Our Elders' Footprints art instillation, which pays tribute to Black Louisville elders and features the footprints of activists, educators, civil rights leaders and artists. The ceremony was incredibly moving, and it was inspiring to hear from community members and some of the elders featured in the instillation.
Although there was a bit of rain, it didn't stop the ceremony from moving forward in recognizing some very special elders - the strength and backbone of Black Louisville.
After the unveiling, we then traveled to Simmons College of Kentucky for a delicious lunch, provided by Big Momma's Soul Food Kitchen. Delicious! During lunch, Dr. Frank Smith, Sr. Vice President & COO at Simmons, talked with us about the profound history and comeback story of Louisville's premier HBCU (Historically Black College & University). Dr. Smith's stories were absolutely enlightening. Simmons College of Kentucky is a jewel in our community.
Thank you, Councilmembers Donna Purvis and Phillip Baker, for joining us for lunch and bringing greetings to the residents and friends of District 7.
During our final stop, we toured Goodwill of Kentucky's recently opened West Louisville Opportunity Center, and were graciously hosted by CEO Amy Luttrell and Campus Director Emery Scott Lee.
There, we learned of the wonderful opportunities and resources the campus provides to the West Louisville community, and it was great to see that other community partners are housed in the building to also deliver important services to those in need.
THANK YOU to Aukram Burton, Dr. Frank Smith, Amy Luttrell, and Emery Scott Lee for hosting us and sharing enriching stories and information that helped us to understand the critical work they and their organizations do to enrich this community each and every day. KUDOS also to Roderick, the D7 intern, and Aaron, the Democratic Caucus Director, for taking pictures and making sure the tour went smoothly.
And of course, a huge THANK YOU goes to everyone who joined us on the tour. Here are some of the comments we've received to date:
"Your team did an amazing job. You should be very proud. You outdid yourself when planning this tour! Well done.”
"Once again you provided us with a most delicious and refreshing luncheon. Dr. Smith and the other folks at Simmons College were most hospitable, as were the team at the Goodwill Opportunity Center - I'm sure most people, like me, in this city have no understanding of the scope of their work."
"The tour was educational and informative."
"The tour guides did a great job hosting the tour."
Stay tuned, as our next tour is coming in August. It's going to be another great learning experience. Guaranteed!
This week Metro Council committees met and adopted several resolutions and ordinances as well as hosted a discussion with LMPDs Major Crimes Division.
The Planning & Zoning Committee approved changes to zonings along National Turnpike, Schlatter Road, Collins Lane, Shelby Street, Millers Lane, Logan Street, Cherokee Road, and three parcels on Taylorsville Road. Additionally, the committee adopted neighborhood plans for the Cherokee Triangle and Bonnycastle neighborhoods and approved a revised development plan on Factory Lane.
The Labor, Economic Development & Appropriations Committee approved several council district appropriations, infrastructure ordinances, but failed to recommend approval for the Urban Government Center TIF.
The Public Works Committee adopted an ordinance revising what materials are inappropriate to sweep into the roadway.
The Government Oversight/Audit & Appointments Committee approved nominees to the Board of Zoning Adjustment, Downtown Development Overlay District, Downtown Management District, Kentuckiana Works, and TARC Boards. They also confirmed membership to the Anchorage Middletown, Fairdale, Fern Creek, Jeffersontown, Okolona, PRP, and St. Matthews Fire Protection District Boards. Finally, the committee adopted a resolution formally acknowledging documented harms by LMPD.
The Community Affairs and Equity Committee approved an ordinance changing how affordable housing funds are delegated, and three resolutions accepting public health funding to improve maternal and infant health, fund a health impact assessment, and help prevent senior fraud.
The Public Safety Committee adopted resolutions approving an EMS collective bargaining agreement and a Project Safe Neighborhood grant, and held a discussion with LMPDs Major Crimes Division.
The Parks & Sustainability Committee approved a resolution for an environmental investigation at the Jefferson Memorial Forest Drum site.
The Budget Committee adopted ordinances approving the Greater Louisville Lodging Management District, Louisville Tourism, and TARC budgets.
The next regularly scheduled Metro Council Meeting is on Thursday, June 20th, when the Metro Council will vote on the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Budget.
You can view the Mayor’s recommended FY 24-25 budget by clicking here and the budget hearing schedule by clicking here.
To share general comments on the recommended budget, you can fill out the public comment form by clicking here.
For additional information or questions, you can reach the Metro Council Clerk’s Office at (502) 574-3902.
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- Louisville's massive new VA hospital is transforming the area near Brownsboro Road and the Watterson Parkway.
LG&E and KU will be upgrading the electricity to meet the need. The project starts at Seminary Drive and ends at the Watterson.
Bill Elder has called Northfield off U.S. 42 home for more than a decade. He said the ongoing construction on Brownsboro Road was inevitable, ever since they announced the location of Louisville's new VA Hospital.
"It should have been an annex to the Zachary Taylor National Cemetery. It isn't," Elder said.
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FRANKFORT, Ky. (June 13, 2024) – Gov. Andy Beshear announced today that the state will accept applications for Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) from individuals in 11 counties who are out of work as a result of the severe storms that occurred on April 2, 2024.
Following Gov. Beshear’s disaster relief request, President Joe Biden issued a Major Declaration on May 22, 2024, designating the following counties for individual assistance: Boyd, Carter, Fayette, Greenup, Henry, Jefferson, Jessamine, Mason, Oldham, Union and Whitley.
Individuals – including unemployed self-employed individuals who were living or working in the affected areas and became unemployed or had work interrupted as a direct result of severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes, landslides and mudslides on April 2, 2024 – are eligible to apply for DUA benefits through the Kentucky Office of Unemployment Insurance.
DUA is available to individuals who:
- Worked or were self-employed, or were scheduled to begin work or self-employment;
- Can no longer work or perform services because of physical damage or destruction to the place of employment as a direct result of a disaster, which can also include the physical inaccessibility of the place of employment due to its closure by the federal, state or local government in immediate response to the disaster;
- Establish that the work or self-employment they can no longer perform was their primary source of income;
- Do not qualify for regular unemployment insurance benefits from any state;
- Cannot work or resume self-employment because of an injury as a direct result of the disaster; or
- As a result of the disaster, became the breadwinner or major support of a household because of the death of the head of the household.
In order to qualify for DUA benefits, claimants in eligible counties must show that their employment or self-employment was lost or interrupted as a direct result of the disaster and that they are not otherwise eligible for regular unemployment insurance benefits under state or federal law. Farmers and other self-employed individuals who traditionally are ineligible for unemployment insurance (UI) benefits may qualify for DUA.
DUA is available for weeks of unemployment beginning April 7, 2024, until Nov. 23, 2024, as long as the individual’s unemployment continues to be a direct result of the disaster.
File Claim
Affected individuals should visit the Kentucky Career Center website at kcc.ky.gov or call 502-875-0442 to file their initial claim. The deadline to apply for assistance is Aug. 12, 2024.
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There will be a meeting to present St. Matthews residents with a zoning change and Detailed District Development Plan (DDDP) to allow a doctor's office to be located at 4251 Westport Road; adjacent to the Westport Place Health Campus.
The meeting will be held on Tuesday, June 25, at 6:00 p.m. at St. Matthews Eline Library, which his located at 3940 Grandview Avenue.
If you are unable to attend the meeting, or have any questions or comments, you can contact John C. Talbott of Bardenwerper, Talbott & Roberts, PLLC at (502) 741-8783 and john@bardlaw.net.
To view the full letter along with a development plan and summary sheet, you can click here.
Louisville Metro needs your input on the designs and locations of new wayfinding signs that will be installed across the city. This is a wonderful opportunity to communicate and let city officials know which landmarks, sites, and areas should be highlighted to improve wayfinding for Louisville residents and visitors alike.
You can find the signage options in the images above and submit your feedback as well as suggested locations and landmarks by clicking here.
The next meeting of the Board of Zoning Adjustment will be Monday, June 17, 2024, at 1 p.m. This meeting will be conducted in-person at the Old Jail Building Courtroom, 514 West Liberty Street, Louisville, KY 40202.
Anyone wishing to join the meeting virtually using a computer, laptop or mobile device, as well as anyone wishing to sign up to speak in support, opposition, or as other for any case, should click here.
You can access the interactive version of the agenda by clicking here, or you can view the pdf version by clicking here.
You may access the meeting materials by opening the interactive version of the agenda and clicking on the case number.
If you have any questions about the meeting or agenda, you can reach the Office of Planning at 502-574-6230.
Did you know there's a lot of new ways to keep up with all things Metro Council, the Mayor's Office, and all Metro Departments?
MetroTV, the award-winning government access channel serving Louisville Metro, has multiple new ways you can tune in, including through the Metro TV app, YouTube, Roku TV, Apple TV, and Amazon Fire TV!
With these accessible platforms, enjoy shows like “Louisville this Week,” a weekly news magazine show and “Louisville Focus,” an original talk show, both hosted by Louisville’s Director of City Partnerships, John Ramsey; "Park it Here," which talks about the great park system within the city, and “Metro Council Chronicles,” hosted by members of the Louisville Metro Council.
For more information on how to watch MetroTV live and to view the program schedule, you can visit the MetroTV website by clicking here.
TreesLouisville and Louisville Metro Parks and Recreation have launched the Louisville Metro Tree Plan, also known as the Urban Forest Master Plan!
This year-long initiative aims to engage the public in developing an extensive tree canopy that benefits all communities across Louisville. When completed, a comprehensive plan for the maintenance and improvement of the canopy across Jefferson County.
Join a community workshop to learn more about the robust plan and fill out the quick online survey about your thoughts on the Louisville Tree Plan by clicking here.
The last day of the Metro Animal Services Pet Supply Drive is this upcoming Monday, June 17th!
The donation of any item in the list above goes a long way towards supporting shelter pets in our community, and you can purchase and donate them in designated bins at the following Kroger locations:
Prospect Village - 5929 Timber Ridge Dr
Springhurst - 9440 Brownsboro Rd
Eastgate SC - 12501 Shelbyville Rd
Stony Brook - 9080 Taylorsville Rd
Shops of Forest Springs - 12450 La Grange Rd
Additionally, you can send items to Matro Animal Services through the Kroger App or contribute to Friends of Metro Animal Services (FOMAS) by clicking here.
The 2024 FREE Pre-K Season Pass is the perfect fit for any 3- to 5-year-old child! Enjoy a season full of fun at Kentucky Kingdom and Hurricane Bay in 2024.
Simply register your little one online and activate your child's pass in person on any operating day. Parents can join in on the adventure with a season pass, too! Register by June 30th, 2024.
To register your child's pass online, visit the Kentucky Kingdom website by clicking here.
Join Louisville Makes Games and game designer Jake Elliott (Kentucky Route Zero) at the St Matthews Library for a workshop on crafting stories for video games!
Louisville Makes Games is an inclusive community created to connect and support anyone in the Louisville, Kentucky area who wants to create video games.
For more information, you can visit the Louisville Free Public Library website by clicking here.
Looking for a fun, competitive way to spend your Father's Day? Head to Dave & Buster's Louisville at Mall St. Matthews this Sunday, June 16, from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. for The Dad Games presented by Dave & Buster's.
Enjoy fun games, a full buffet of foods, and unlimited soft drinks and iced tea as dads compete for a chance to win FREE game play for an entire year! Do you have what it takes to win the fatherly gold in the arcade arena?
For more information on how to reserve your spot, visit the Dave & Buster's website by clicking here.
Movie-goers are encouraged to arrive early to save their spot and lawn chairs and blankets are welcome.
To see the full Downtown Drive-In 2024 Movie Lineup, click here.
The Frazier History Museum is now offering Step into History Walking Tours. They’ll be led by Hall of Fame teacher Patty Morris, who spent 23 years teaching history at Ballard High School. If you haven’t met her, she is a dynamo!
From the architecture of Main Street and City Hall to Abraham Lincoln and Lewis and Clark along the river, Patty will share key moments and uncover hidden details in the landscape perfect for both visitors and lifelong residents. Many of the stories covered, including key Underground Railroad sites, are closely related to objects and stories displayed at the Frazier.
For more information and to register, you can visit the Frazier History Museum page by clicking here.
Simmons College of Kentucky is honoring the 60th anniversary of the Mississippi Freedom Summer with their very own Louisville Freedom Summer!
Come to St. Stephen's Church next Friday to learn about the 1964 summer campaign history and view the moving Mississippi Freedom Summer documentary. Additionally, there will be live jazz and discussion with Freedom Summer Organizers!
To register, you can click here to visit the Simmons College website.
The 5th Annual Bluegrass VegFest is happening next Saturday, June 22 at the Mellwood Art Center!
Enjoy a day of mouthwatering plant-based cuisine from over 20 incredible restaurants and food trucks, as well as savor local favorites from V-Grits, Half Peach, Cosmic Bird, Abol’s Café and Spinelli’s Pizza, along with Branch Out Foods from Paducah, That Vegan Joint (Indianapolis), the delightful Oh My Cod Vegan Seafood (Florida), and more.
In addition to delicious eats, enjoy local craft beer and cocktails, listen to inspiring speakers, watch live cooking demos, and explore a large indoor marketplace packed with plant-based and cruelty-free products. Plus, live music, educational exhibits, and fun activities for kids.
Admission is free and an Early Access Ticket is available for purchase, which you can access by clicking here.
To view the full list of vendors, you can visit the Bluegrass VegFest website by clicking here.
Come Downtown to the first-ever Downtown Pickleball Street Fest!
This exciting two-day affair celebrates the beloved sport of Pickleball and the vibrant culture Downtown Louisville has to offer. Taking place on June 29 and 30, the event will feature Pickleball open play, practice clinics, local celebrity exhibition games, and a tournament.
For those interested in competing in the Pickleball tournament on Sunday, June 30, please click here.
With Father's Day on the horizon this Sunday, here are some trivia questions (for dad specifically, perhaps) about the holiday celebrating the hard work of fathers across the world:
1. Which U.S. President signed the proclamation making Father's Day a national holiday?
2. Which flower is traditionally worn to honor fathers on Father's Day?
3. How many countries officially celebrate Father's Day?
4. What is the most popular gift for Father's Day?
Having issues with high grass, illegal parking, street repairs, or other Code Enforcement concerns in the community? Contact 311!
Metro311 Service Request Information
- Submit a Service Request in the online system.
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Only service requests for the past 30 days will be accessible in the system. If you need information on an older request, please call Metro 311 for status.
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To receive email notifications of the status of your service request you must have an account and you must have included your email address when you created your account. You can create a new account and report a new issue.
- Not all issues you put a service request in for require you to login. Some issues may be submitted anonymously, such as reporting a pothole and property maintenance cases, for instance. But having an account will allow you to track the progress and status of the request.
- The outlined or highlighted area on the map indicates the area which is serviced by Louisville Metro Government.
If you do not see a category which corresponds to your issue, please call Metro311 at 311.
For all the details you need regarding the new drivers license please click the link below:
To read about the most recent VA Medical Center construction events, go to: https://www.va.gov/louisville-health-care/programs/new-robley-rex-va-medical-center
To request weekly updates about the construction events, send an email requesting updates to: LOUVAMCCONSTRUCTION@USACE.ARMY.MIL
For ALL construction-related inquiries, please email: LOUVAMCCONSTRUCTION@USACE.ARMY.MIL
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Metro Louisville now has an interactive map that will allow you to see what is happening in your neighborhood as well as others across the city. The map updates daily and if you choose you can receive alerts for your area by subscribing using the red receive alerts button on the page. Click here to try it out: Interactive Map to Track Crime.
Message from the LMPD 8th Division
Please make note of the below tips to help make sure theft doesn't happen to you.
- Never leave anything of value in your vehicle; this includes laptops, purses, GPS devices and even loose change.
- Do not leave your vehicle running while unattended.
- Always lock your vehicle doors.
- Remove garage door openers from vehicles when parked outside.
- Do not leave your keys in your vehicle, this includes key-fobs.
- Do not leave the windows of your vehicle open, or partially open.
- Try to park your vehicle in a well-lit area.
- Never leave a firearm unprotected in your vehicle.
- Immediately report any suspicious person, or vehicle to (502) 574-7111.
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District Resource Officers (DRO's)
After more than 3 years the 5th Division is happy to announce we have 2 DRO's! DRO's are the "Jack of all Trades" for the community. They are our problem solvers, ambassadors, community representatives and anything else you can think of. Congratulations to Officers John Keeling and Brad Steller, your 5th Division DRO's.
They can be contacted at the links below.
Officer John Keeling
Officer Brad Steller
Need support now?
If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available.
Are you thinking of hurting yourself or ending your life? Text LOU to 741741
Community mental health resources:
Metro United Way's Community Resource Directory can connect you mental health and crisis intervention resources. Or call 211.
Need to dispose of unwanted bulk items? Click the link below for details regarding Pop-Up Drop-Off event dates around Louisville. Click HERE
Accepted Items:
- Up to 3 electronic items (recycled)
- Metal & appliances - no refrigerators, freezers, dehumidifiers or any items containing Freon (recycled)
- Up to 4 passenger tires (recycled)
- Household recyclables, follow curbside rules (recycled)
- Yard waste, follow curbside rules, wooden pallets (composted)
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Large household items (landfilled)
- Documents for shredding (recycled)
Prescription medication (disposed properly)
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On January 1, 2019, a new Comprehensive Plan, called Plan 2040, went into effect. As a resident of District 7 (or any district in Louisville), it is important to review the Comprehensive Plan if you are interested in development that is proposed for the neighborhood. The Comprehensive Plan is the guidepost for all development, and the Planning Commission must use it as one of the guiding principles and tools for making decisions regarding the approval or denial of a neighborhood development project.
Read The Comprehensive Plan (Plan 2040)
The Comprehensive Plan is representative of over 6,000 voices, including Metro staff, an advisory committee, and resident volunteers. The Advisory Committee, made up of diverse representatives from neighborhood and community organizations as well as development and business interests, finalized its recommended goals, objectives, and policies on February 21, 2018.
On April 16, 2018, the Planning Commission recommended the Comprehensive Plan for approval. The document was then reviewed by the Metro Council as well as 12 local municipalities with zoning authority for formal adoption. Those 12 local municipalities are: Anchorage, Douglass Hills, Graymoor-Devondale, Hurstbourne, Indian Hills, Jeffersontown, Lyndon, Middletown, Prospect, Shively, St. Matthews, and St. Regis Park.
Plan 2040 Survey Findings
Plan 2040 Demographic and Economic Projections
Plan 2040 Core Graphics
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1. President Richard Nixon in 1972
2. Rose, red for living fathers and white for deceased fathers.
3. Over 111 countries.
4. Neckties.
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