The area designated for murals is located near 1000 Rowan Street at the 10th Street Floodwall. One wall is currently marked by a painted “Mural Coming Soon” message with a QR code that provides information about the opportunity.

Waterfront Park is an essential partner in this agreement and is providing matching financial support for the pilot project to ensure there is a high-impact entryway to Phase IV.

“The floodwall mural will serve as a welcoming gateway to the new $50 million Waterfront Park expansion by transforming an imposing barrier into an engaging work of art,” said Deborah Bilitski, President and Executive Director of Waterfront Park, said.  “We are grateful to Louisville Metro Government and MSD for partnering with us to help ensure our waterfront is beautiful, welcoming, and accessible to everyone.”

The application window is open now. The area designated for the flood wall mural pilot project includes both sides of the 10th Street Floodwall and the 10th Street Pump Station.

A minimum of four additional projects located elsewhere in the city will also be selected for funding to increase the presence of public art throughout the entire community.

Important dates for the project:

• September 1: Deadline to apply
• September 16: Proposals selected

The Commission on Public Art will review artists’ qualifications and proposals.

For more information about the Mural Funding Opportunity, visit the Arts + Creative Industries page.

FY25 Paving & Infrastructure Investments

$40 million approved for Public Works paving budget, other infrastructural maintenance  

Wednesday, Mayor Craig Greenberg and Metro Public Works Director Jennifer Caummisar-Kern thanked Public Works crews for the work completed thus far during the current paving season, other infrastructural work and highlighted the proposed $40 million FY 25 budget investment for paving, sidewalk repair, bridge and structure repair, alley paving, streetlights in the Central Business District, guardrail repair and furthering Vison Zero goals.

“With paving season in full swing since January, we’re ready to get started on the fiscal year 2024 paving season and celebrate the commitment between my office, Metro Council, and our Public Works team to work together to continually improve the infrastructure that’s responsible for safely getting residents to jobs, schools, all other important daily activities,” said Mayor Greenberg.

The proposed FY25 budget of $40 million for paving and sidewalk repair includes:

• $30 million to pave 240 lane miles of roadways;
• $2 million to repair more than 30,000 feet of sidewalks;
• $1 million for alley paving;
• $2 million for bridge and structure repair;
• $4.8 million for traffic calming measures, streetlights in the Central Business District, refreshing and enhancing pavement markings to further our Vison Zero goal.
• $250,000 for guardrail repairs.

Director Caummisar-Kern anticipates that by the end of the paving season, typically in late November, crews will have paved a significant number of lane miles toward the 240-mile goal.

“We have made some great progress! Paving budget increases have allowed us to keep our transportation infrastructure safe and deliver many more paved roadways to taxpayers,“ said Caummisar-Kern. “This doesn’t just make roads safer, it also extends the life of our infrastructure. I want to take this opportunity to thank Mayor Greenberg and Metro Council for their support, and the dedicated Public Works team for their commitment to our residents and visitors.”

Public Works paving season runs from March to November, contractors aim to complete half of the FY 25 240-mile goal between July and November, and the second half between March-July of 2025.

Mary T. Meagher Aquatic Center closed in August for cleaning and maintenance

Starting August 1, the Mary T. Meagher Aquatic Center will shut down for routine cleaning and maintenance. The aquatic center will re-open to the public at 5 a.m. on September 3. 

Enrollment is open for LIHEAP summer subsidy

Jefferson County residents can apply for electric assistance through Louisville Metro RCS Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Summer Subsidy is here to help Kentucky households offset summer cooling costs. Enrollment started July 16 and runs until September 13, or until designated funds are depleted, on a first-come, first-serve basis. The Summer Subsidy Component provides households with incomes up to 150 percent of the Federal Poverty Guidelines a one-time benefit ranging from $50 to $250 depending on income levels and housing category. Benefits are paid directly to the household’s electric vendor. Jefferson County residents wishing to apply may schedule an appointment utilizing the automated appointment system. Appointments can be scheduled by phone by calling 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. For more descriptions about LIHEAP income eligibility and other instructions, visit https://louisvilleky.gov/LIHEAP. Residents may also call the automated LIHEAP information line at 991-8391 or visit www.louisvilleky.cascheduler.com.

Kosair for Kids toys damaged by flooding - please donate new toys

Kosair for Kids' toy room flooded and many of the books, stuffed animals and toys were lost to water damage. Kosair is calling all Santa's helpers to come together and purchase new toys, books, and stuffed animals. Items desperately needed include chapter books, Lego, board games, craft supplies, Barbies and sporting equipment. To purchase a toy from our Amazon Wishlist or to make a donation: kosair.org/celebrate. 

July 31 - Louisville Independent Business Alliance West on Wednesday event at The Palm Room

Don't miss out on LIBA West's first West on Wednesday event of the year at The Palm Room!  The event takes place on Wednesday, July 31, at 5 p.m. Tickets are $15 and includes a full dinner buffet and drinks, plus a Heaven Hill cocktail of your choice from our sponsor Heaven Hill. West on Wednesdays provides perfect opportunities to indulge in delicious food, network, and immerse yourself in the vibrant food culture of the West End.

The Palm Room has provided a space for the community to come together and enjoy good food, good company, and good times. Join us as we pay homage to this beloved establishment! Enjoy the buffet, drinks, cash bar, and networking. Get your ticket to this event here.  (Be sure to stick around for The Palm Room's famous karaoke night starting at 8 p.m.!)

August 6 - Louisville, LMPD to celebrate National Night Out with engaging community activities

On Tuesday, August 6, residents of all ages are invited to come together and strengthen neighborhood bonds through a series of fun-filled activities and initiatives throughout the community for National Night Out.

National Night Out is an annual event that aims to promote positive community relationships and enhance public safety by fostering connections between residents, local law enforcement agencies and other community organizations. Louisville is proud to be a part of this nationwide effort and is excited to showcase its commitment to building a safe and thriving environment for all.

Community members may join in a variety of family-friendly activities around the city. These events offer an opportunity for neighbors to connect, share stories and strengthen their sense of belonging.

All events are free and open to the public with no pre-registration required. Enjoy food, music, fun, safety exhibits, kid’s activities, free giveaways, LMPD Specialty Units, and more!

National Night Out serves as a reminder that by working together and building strong relationships, communities can create safer environments and improve the quality of life for everyone.

Parts of District 10 are served by the 4th, 5th and 6th Divisions of the LMPD. See the flyers below for information on celebrations for each of those divisions. 

The Louisville Metro Police Foundation is partnering with the Victim Services Unit and 911 Cell Phone Bank (911cellphonebank.org) to conduct a cell phone drive. 911 Cell Phone Bank collects used working and non-working/broken cell phones, resets the devices to factory settings, guarantees complete data erasure and if they cannot erase the data, the device gets recycled through a licensed R2 recycler to keep the e-waste out of landfills, and provides the phones to law enforcement and victim services agencies for distribution to vulnerable residents in communities nationwide.

Donating your old cell phone is a way to support the work of 911 Cell Phone Bank and give back to our community by ensuring victims of crime have meaningful access to emergency services. Cell phone drop boxes will be located at all National Night Out locations, August 6 from 5 to 8 p.m.:

1^st and 2^nd Divisions – Kroger (2710 W. Broadway)

3^rd and 4^th Divisions – Iroquois Park (5216 New Cut Road)

5^th Division – Peterson-Dumesnil House (301 S. Peterson Avenue)

6^th and 7^th Divisions – Highview Park (7201 Outer Loop)

8^th Division – Warren Walker Park (501 Gatehouse Lane)

Louisville Metro Animal Services is waiving some adoption fees in July

Louisville Metro Animal Services is again getting help from the Bissell Pet Foundation's Empty The Shelters national adoption event. 

Bissell Pet Foundation is sponsoring reduced adoption fees through July 31. 

Animal House Adoption Center is at 3516 Newburg Road and open Monday through Sunday, noon to 6 p.m., and Fridays, noon to 7 p.m.

The shelter is over capacity, so please consider adopting.

YES! Youth Engagement Services accepting applications for the 2025 Metro Youth Cabinet through September 30

Calling all Louisville resident youth ages 16 to 24: Apply to be a member of the 2025 Metro Youth Cabinet! Work directly with elected officials and community leaders on education, health, and safety, and offer solutions to policy challenges. The deadline to apply is September 30 - scan the code above or access the application here. 

Please provide input on Louisville's forests for the Louisville Tree Plan

Trees are one of the most effective ways to deal with heat stress and improve air quality and public health. Louisville is in the process of developing an urban forest master plan to improve its trees and tree canopy so that all Louisville residents have access to the benefits that trees provide. 

Please consider providing input this summer. 

Invite us over: We'd love to come meet with your club, group, or neighborhood association at 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. 

Attend one of the upcoming workshops listed below.

Take the Louisville Urban Forest survey. 

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

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

The Louisville Zoo offers lineup of activities for the summer season

The Zoo kicks off summer with a full slate of activities including movie nights for both adults and kids as well as character days.

Movie Nights in the Oasis Field

The Zoo is celebrating the summer with a movie series under the stars! Enjoy Late-Night Date Night features or Cinema Safari films for the younger set. Join the Zoo staff in the Oasis Field at sundown to watch on our giant inflatable screen. Gates opens at 8 p.m. The movies start at sundown. Tickets are $5 for non-members, free for Zoo members. Tickets must be purchased at the gate and cannot be purchased online. Concessions will be available for purchase. Guests are encouraged to pack their own blankets and lawn chairs.

• July 26: “Top Gun”

Cinema Safari is sponsored by Great Clips

• August 9: “The Super Mario Bros. Movie”
• September 13: “Haunted Mansion”

Meet Me at the Zoo

Meet and greet some of your favorite storybook characters free with Zoo admission or Zoo membership on the following days:

• July 20 & 21: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Santa’s Summer Safari
  • Enjoy meeting Santa and Mrs. Claus on their summer vacation and recall cooler times with winter-themed holiday enrichment for animals and games for the kids.
• August 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Super Back to School Bash
  • Start the new school year with two favorite video game heroes who happen to be brothers and their princess pal. Presented by Norton Children’s.

Highlands-Shelby Park Library events

Please check dates and times at wfpl.org.  Cosmic Oculus Adventures, Saturday, July, 27 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, July 29, 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, July 30, 3:30 to 5 p.m. Astronaut Training Obstacle Course. Drop in every Tuesday for some space-themed fun during this year’s “Universe of Stories” Summer Reading program. Ages 4-10.  Kids Club, Tuesday, July 30, 4 to 5:30 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, July 30, 6 to 8 p.m. Join us at the Outpost for a weekly night of board games, video games, and snacks! Ages 10-19.  Teen Art Club, Wednesday, July 31, 3 to 5 p.m. Join us as we envision and create! Different mediums will be explored every month, including painting, collaging, clay sculpting, and more! Ages 10-19.  Read the Movies Club, Wednesday, July 31, 3 to 5 p.m. Holes. Help us decide—which was better, the book or the movie? Each month we’ll select a popular picture or chapter book, and have copies available for check out. Join us at the end of the month, when we’ll read our selection (or a short excerpt) aloud and watch a film adaptation. Then we will take a vote on the winner and display the results in our Children’s Area! Some light snacks and refreshments will be provided.  Baby Storytime, Thursday, August 1, 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, August 1, 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. NERF at the Library, Friday, August 2, 6 to 8 p.m. Finish Summer Reading with a BLAST! Teens are invited to the Highlands-Shelby Park Library for an epic NERF experience! Use one of our Blasters to take over the Library in this after-hours event. Light snacks provided. Waiver required; call 574-1672. Summer Reading Finale with Kentucky Science Center, Saturday, August 3, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Come celebrate the last day of Summer Reading with Kentucky Science Center! Join us for a special space-themed science program from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., or come by anytime between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. to pick up your prizes and snag some special treats and giveaways.

Louisville Nature Center

Louisville Nature Center Events - view complete list

National Moth Week

Saturday, July 27, 9 p.m. to midnight, admission for members is $5, and for potential members is $15

National Moth Week celebrates the beauty, life cycles and habitats of moths! Moths are among the most diverse and successful organisms on earth. Luke will set up a light and tarp to attract these nocturnal critters. Become part of this citizen science project to learn how to observe, identify and document moths in Beargrass Creek State Nature Preserve.

Save the date for the Pawpaw Festival - Saturday, September 7

The Second Annual Pawpaw Festival at Louisville Nature Center will feature workshops, tastings, guided hikes, and more family-friendly fun! Saturday, September 7, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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.

August 24 - Pop-Up Drop-Off at Metro Fleet Services

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 - Teen Age Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem and Paddington 2 final free July movies at the Iroquois Amphitheater 

Louisville Parks and Recreation has announced the July schedule for the Iroquois Amphitheater Free Summer Movie Series.

July’s lineup includes:

• July 26: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem (PG) and Paddington 2 (PG)

Gates open at 6 p.m. for concessions and door prizes, the first movie starts at 7. No outside food or beverages allowed.

For a full list of movies and shows, visit iroquoisamphitheater.com.

Louisville Parks and Recreation thanks Metro Council for their annual support of the Iroquois Amphitheater’s Free Summer Movie Series.

July 29 - The 54th annual World Championship Dainty Contest - festivities are underway

The World Championship Dainty Contest will grace George Hauck Way for the 54th year on July 29, the last Monday in July. Spectators will gather in the street to watch the Dainty being played on the Dainty court. There will also be a food court, beer garden, family area, and more.

The Dainty Fest will also be back this year, starting with the Dainty Disco on Thursday, July 25, and resuming Saturday, July 27 and Sunday, July 28:

• Dainty Disco, Thursday, July 25, 7 to 10 p.m., Art Sanctuary, 1433 S. Shelby Street, $25.
• Dainty FUNdraiser, Saturday, July 27, 4 to 9 p.m., The Merryweather, 1001 Lydia Street, free.
• Dainty’s Schnitzelburg Sunday, Sunday, July 28, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., George Hauck Way, free.
• 54th Annual World Championship Dainty Contest, Monday, July 29, 5 to 10 p.m., George Hauck Way, free.

For more information about Dainty, visit DaintyFest.org or follow @daintyfest on social media.

July 30 - 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.

July 31 - next Standard Design Guidelines Update meeting

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

The Kentucky Shakespeare Festival in Central Park continues.

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/

August 9 to 11 - Newburg Days Festival

Newburg Day 2024 will run for three days, as is tradition, starting on August 9, with a shorter Friday “set-up” day, the main events on Saturday, and gospel/senior events on Sunday.

August 24 - Women's Equality Day celebration at Central High School

You're invited to join the Office for Women on Women's Equality Day at an event called "Women's Equality is Human Equality." The celebration will kick off at 10 a.m. on August 24 at Central High School, 1130 West Chestnut Street. We look forward to you attending our event! RSVP today.

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.

Contact Congressman Morgan McGarvey's office

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. 

Recent applications to Planning and Design Services

24-CUPPA-0175, 2902 Klondike Lane, application for a Conditional Use Permit for a non owner occupied Short Term Rental on .2077 acres in the R5 zoning district.

July 29 - Public hearing regarding 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-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.

3417 Community Horizon Circle

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

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-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.

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.  

24-ZONE-0080, 1300 Belmar Drive, application for a Change in Zoning from M2 to CM/M2 to permit auto sales on 0.2798 acres. Dean's Classic Auto Sales.

24-ZONE-0038, 6400 Six Mile Lane, a Change in Zoning from R-5 Single Family to R-7 Multifamily
with a Detailed District Development Plan with Binding Elements.

Short Term Rental cases

24-CUPPA-0161, 3120 Sora Avenue, a Conditional Use Permit pre-application for a Short Term Rental on 0.1665 acres in the R5 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-0149, 1628 Belmar Drive, a Conditional Use Permit for a Short Term Rental on 0.1357 acres in the R-5 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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