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Dear Constituents,
This is more of a personal matter than a Council-related matter, but as my office has fielded a number of call's related to the closing of my restaurant, I wanted to address it.
After 13 incredible years, I am writing to share that Khalil’s Restaurant will close its doors on August 31st.
I want to reassure you that our commitment to the South End remains as strong as ever. Khalil’s Catering will continue to serve the community just down the road a little ways on Dixie Hwy. Focusing on our catering services also enables me to devote more time to my responsibilities as your District 25 Metro Councilman and allows me to engage more deeply with the issues that matter to our district and to work collaboratively with you to create positive change.
I want to extend my deepest gratitude to our incredible team and loyal customers. Khalil’s has been more than just a business; it has been a place where we have built lasting relationships and shared countless memories. Our success over the past decade is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our staff and the unwavering support from this community. I am excited about the future and look forward to continuing to be a part of this community.
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 Serve the Louisville community through a rewarding public service career! The Department of Metro Public Works & Assets is currently hiring for the following positions:
• Director of Department of Transportation (DOT)
• Project Manager - DOT Major Projects
• Project Manager - DOT Special Projects
• Electrician "A" Journeyman
• Engineer
• Engineer Technician
• Equipment Operator
• Executive Administrator - Business Operations
• Executive Administrator - Transportation Programming
• Mechanic - Heavy Equipment
• Packer Driver
• Packer Laborer
• Solid Waste Education Specialist
• Traffic Signal Operations Engineer
• Transportation Systems Management & Operations/Engineering Supervisor
IMPORTANT! The link below is for all of Metro jobs currently open. To learn about career opportunities specifically in Public Works, once you've clicked the link, follow these 3 easy steps:
1. click the filter tab
2. click Departments
3. click Public Works on the dropdown menu
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/louisvilleky
 The Coalition for the Homeless estimates that nearly 1,600 Louisvillians are experiencing homelessness on any given night, but the city only has 1,000 emergency overnight and transitional shelter beds, leaving 500 to 600 people without a place to stay each night. The Office of Planning has been tasked by the Louisville Metro Council to review and consider changes to the Land Development Code to expand access to homeless shelters and create options for temporary crisis shelters.
The Office of Planning invites you to attend an upcoming listening session to provide your feedback and solutions to increase shelter access to all community members in need.
 As part of Vision Zero Louisville – the city’s transportation safety initiative that prioritizes the prevention of fatal and serious injury crashes – partners of the initiative, including Louisville Metro Public Works and the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, announced today that they are raising awareness about the relationship between speed, speeding and safety, as well as seeking public input on speeding and speed management in the community. Louisville residents are invited to share their experiences and opinions in a brief online survey, which is available through September 30, 2024.
The survey results – coupled with crash data, current local conditions, and a peer review of cities leading the way in terms of speed management and Vision Zero – will help shape Louisville’s first-ever Speed Management Plan. This plan is a multifaceted and balanced effort to manage speeds on non-interstate streets through roadway design, intersection design, modernizing policies and practices related to speed limits, and enforcement.
“The effects of speeding are deadly, and drivers on Louisville’s High Injury Network, where a majority of fatal and serious injury crashes occur, should be especially aware of their speed,” said Lt. Craig Browning, commander of LMPD’s Traffic Unit. “This Speed Management Plan is the right thing to do, and this community-informed effort will help us look at feasible and effective solutions to address speeding as we work toward our vision of zero roadway deaths by 2050.”
Vision Zero Louisville’s speeding survey coincides with a media blitz by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), as part the agency’s year-round Speeding Catches Up With You campaign focused on speed prevention on our nation’s roads. Studies show higher speeds result in greater impact at the time of a crash, which leads to more severe injuries and deaths. NHTSA reports speeding contributes to more than 25% of all traffic-related deaths nationwide.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION: In 2022, Louisville Metro Council passed an ordinance calling for zero roadway deaths by 2050 through the Vision Zero Louisville transportation safety initiative. The initiative is managed by Louisville Metro Public Works, in partnership with the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, which in July reminded Kentuckians to slow down this summer through its “Not So Fast, KY” speed enforcement campaign. Vision Zero Louisville promotes a multi-layered approach to saving lives, including redesigning roadways to encourage appropriate speeds and improving trauma-related care for crash victims. For more information, visit visionzerolouisville.org.
We’re planning future events and need your input. We would like to invite all constituents to participate in a quick survey: What events would you like to see more of in our community?
Please follow this link to share your thoughts: https://forms.office.com/r/ATaSXVT3eE
Pop-Up Drop-Offs are free recycling and large item disposal events for Jefferson County residents.
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Don’t arrive early: Events start at 10 a.m. to avoid traffic issues.
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Shred only sensitive documents: Avoid shredding unnecessary items like catalogs.
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No mixed items: Ensure documents are free of contaminants like hammers or toys.
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Donate usable items first: Try to give away items before bringing them to the event.
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No construction materials: Take these to the Waste Reduction Center at 636 Meriwether Ave.
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Separate your loads: This helps the line move faster and more items to be recycled.
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Check-in info: Staff will ask for your zip code and item types to improve future events.
Most residents bring large items, electronics, and documents for shredding. Other categories include metal items, tires, yard waste, household recyclables, prescription medication, and shoes.
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