District 14 Weekly eNews, August 29, 2024

Louisville Metro Government sent this bulletin at 08/29/2024 02:57 PM EDT
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District 14 Councilwoman

Contact Cindi Fowler


Legislative Assistant

Amy Stewart

Office Locations:

CityHall
601 West Jefferson St.
Louisville, KY 40202
(502) 574-1114

 

Southwest Government Center
7219 Dixie Highway
Louisville, KY 40258


2024 Committees:

Chair of Parks & Sustainability

Budget & Appropriations

 

Visit Councilwoman Fowler's website 

 

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In This Edition...

Little Libraries in District 14

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At the Fowler Forum this week, Councilwoman Cindi Fowler announced a new reading initiative for District 14 residents.

Little Libraries, also known as “community book exchanges”, are small boxes or structures where people can freely take or leave books. These mini libraries are a popular way to share and recycle books within the community.

The District 14 office has purchased thirty Little Library kits, which will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis, depending on the requested location. The kits include everything needed for assembly and installation, with instructions provided. The libraries must be installed on private property but made available for public use, such as in a front yard.

If you’re interested in receiving a free kit, please contact the District 14 office with the address where you’d like to install it. The goal is to have these libraries throughout District 14. If approved, we will deliver the kit to you. This opportunity is available to any District 14 resident.

To request a free Little Library kit, please contact Councilwoman Fowler’s office at 574-1114, or email Amy.Stewart@louisvilleky.gov.

Community Listening Sessions for Homeless and Crisis Shelters, Tonight in Shively

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WorldFest 2024 Labor Day Weekend

EAT DELICIOUS FOOD. SUPPORT OUR LOCAL RESTAURANTS. TAKE CARE OF OUR NEIGHBORS. All in one spectacular evening. 

Click here for more Info, tickets and volunteering. 

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The 22nd annual WorldFest, Louisvilleʼs premier international festival, attracts more than 150,000 attendees over the four-day Labor Day weekend. WorldFest celebrates and showcases the international cultures and communities that make up the city of Louisville and neighboring areas. WorldFest is free to attend and open to all ages, featuring entertainment stages, Parade of Cultures, Global Village, and more!

For more information, please visit https://louisvilleky.gov/government/city-events/worldfest

Hike, Bike & Paddle 2024

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Labor Day, September 2nd 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. on the Waterfront Park Great LawnJoin Mayor Craig Greenberg for the Labor Day Hike, Bike & Paddle

HIKE!

This year’s Hike will consist of a 4-mile walk with multiple marked turnaround points throughout. Travel from the Great Lawn and follow the Ohio River east to RiverPark Place and back. The furthest distance will cross the Big Four Bridge into Indiana and come back. 

BIKE!

BIKE. Cycle from the Great Lawn, through NULU, out to Cherokee Park and back for nearly 8.5 miles. The roads will be closed for you to safely travel to the Cherokee Park and volunteers will be guiding cyclists throughout the course. 

PADDLE!

Paddlers will have the option of launching at the Harbor Lawn or the U of L Boat Docks and paddle downstream to meet the other paddlers. This year’s paddle will go from the Harbor Lawn downriver to the McAlpine Locks, through the locks and to the Shawnee Park Boat Ramp.  All paddlers must wear a life vest. Paddles without a vest will not be permitted to go through the McAlpine Locks. 

GET ACTIVE!

Beginning at 8 a.m. there will be plenty of fun, music, and free fitness activities for you to enjoy. Get involved in activities like Yoga, Tai Chi, Zumba, Fitness classes, and Workout circuits to celebrate Labor Day weekend. Detailed schedule of classes coming soon!

FREE t-shirts are available to the first 2,000 people. The t-shirt tent will open at 8:00 a.m., so make sure to arrive promptly to get in line! The Hike, Bike, and Paddle portions will starts at 10a.m.

Interested in getting involved? Email Alina at Alina@JWagnerGroup.com

For volunteer opportunities, please email Dorian at Dorian@JWagnerGroup.com

Event Schedule: 

8:00 AM - Event Starts

8:20 AM - Tai Chi at North corner and Limitless (full-body fitness) on Main Stage

8:50 AM - Yoga on Main Stage

9:30 AM - Limitless (full-body fitness) at South Corner

9:30 AM - Yoga at North Corner

9:30 AM - Hyp3 (dance workout/full-body fitness) on Main Stage

10:00 AM - Hike, Bike, and Paddle Starts

For more information, please visit https://louisvilleky.gov/government/city-events/mayors-hike-bike-paddle

Tickets for Jack O'Lantern Spectacular go on Sale Tomorrow

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The Parks Alliance of Louisville is pleased to announce tickets for their largest fundraiser go on sale Friday, August 30. Jack O’Lantern Spectacular, presented by Thorntons, has become an annual tradition for Louisvillians and visitors alike. Last year’s event welcomed more than 110,000 visitors, the majority from outside of Louisville, contributing to more than $2.9 million in economic impact and more than 7,000 hotel room nights.

Jack O’Lantern Spectacular, presented by Thorntons, is celebrating its 12th year from October 1 - November 2 at Iroquois Park. This year’s theme is “Trivia Night: Pumpkin Edition,” and will test guest’s knowledge as they meander through the woods, lined with thousands of artistically carved and locally sourced pumpkins. Guests will be quizzed on art history, music, folklore, and more. They can challenge their friends and family while experiencing the magic that is Jack O’Lantern Spectacular.

 For additional information and to purchase tickets, click here.

Boo at the Zoo Tickets on Sale Now

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The Louisville Zoo’s ever-popular Boo at the Zoo presented by Meijer is celebrating 43 years of merry, not scary fun! Tickets are on sale and available at louisvillezoo.org/boo. This beloved event is a Louisville tradition and will begin early this year starting Sept. 28 and running through Oct. 27 (Thursday – Sunday nights).

Tickets are all-inclusive and include Boo at the Zoo admission, parking, Spooktacular Carousel, “not-so-itsy-bitsy” Spider House and the Headless Horseman of Sleepy Hollow attraction.

Friends of the Library Meeting

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Video Games for Teens

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Board Games at SW Library

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Food Drive at Southwest Community Ministries

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More Free Movies at Iroquois Amphitheater

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Sweet Sounds on Sunday at Riverside

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Free Tree and Plant Giveaways with Louisville Grows

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Honor Our City's First Responders

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Last Junk Drop Off This Year at Sun Valley

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Farmer's Market at Riverside, the Farnsley-Moremen Landing, Open on Sundays

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Louisville Zoo Welcomes Infant Gorilla for Fostering

The Louisville Zoo has welcomed a 1 ½-month-old infant male western lowland gorilla named Abeo (ah-bay-OH) to our award-winning Gorilla Forest habitat. His name means “bringer of happiness” in Yoruba, a language spoken in West Africa. Born on June 28 at the Woodland Park Zoo in Seattle, Washington., the infant is the offspring of Akenji, a first-time mom. When Akenji was unable to bond with her infant and when training another foster didn’t progress fast enough, Woodland Park officials moved into quick action to find suitable care for the infant gorilla.

Woodland Park Zoo collaborated with the Gorilla Species Survival Plan (SSP) to secure a new home. The SSP, a cooperative breeding program managed by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) aims to ensure a healthy, self-sustaining population of gorillas. The program maintains a list of potential foster gorillas across the country.

The Louisville Zoo’s 40-year-old female gorilla, Kweli, was selected to be the baby’s foster mom due to her success with Kindi – our now 8-year-old, sub-adult female gorilla. Kindi was orphaned after her mother, Mia Mojo, died the day after giving birth.

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Jefferson County Residents Can Apply for Electric Assistance through Louisville Metro RCS

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, 2024, or until designated funds are depleted, on a first-come, first-serve basis. 

The Summer Subsidy Component provides households with incomes up to 150% 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 (502) 991-8391 or online at louisvilleky.cascheduler.com. The toll-free service is currently open and is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

All applicants will be required to supply the following documentation at time of application:

  • Proof of Social Security Number or Permanent Residence card (Green Card) for each member of the household.
  • Proof of income from the preceding month for all members of the household.
  • Most current electric bill, statement from your landlord if electric is included in your rent, statement from utility company if you participate in a Pre-Pay Electric Program.
  • The account number and name on the account for main heating fuel sources and electric bill.

The Summer Subsidy does not require a disconnect notice or past due bill. The benefit can be applied as a credit on your account. Assistance received during previous LIHEAP components does not affect a household's eligibility.

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 (502) 991-8391 or visit www.louisvilleky.cascheduler.com.

The Louisville Metro Office of Resilience and Community Services (RCS) serves as the administering agency of the Louisville Metro Community Action Agency.  

Kentucky’s Community Action Agencies operate LIHEAP in partnership with Community Action Kentucky and the Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services who receive the funding as a pass-through block grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. For more information about LIHEAP, including contact information for all local Community Action agencies, please visit the Community Action Kentucky website at www.CAPKY.org.

Public Opinion About Speeding Encouraged

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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 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.

Career Opportunities with Louisville Metro Government

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Come work for Louisville Metro Government! You can search for all open positions and submit your application now. You can access career opportunities by clicking here.

Note: For assistance with the application process, please contact the NEOGOV Customer Support Help Desk at (855) 524-5627 from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Pacific Time, Monday through Friday.

Meals on Wheels

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Reporting Potholes

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We need your help reporting potholes, use one of the methods below;

  1. Use an online form by clicking here.
  2. Use Twitter by sending the location of the hole to @LouMetro311 and include the hashtag #502pothole.
  3. Call Metro311 or 574-5000 to report potholes or any other issues.
  4. Call our office at 574-1114, and we'll turn it in on your behalf.

To report a pothole on an interstate in Jefferson County, go to the “contact us” dropdown menu and select “report a hazard” on KYTC’s website http://transportation.ky.gov or click here.

Report a Litterer!

Report a Litterer

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. 

Click here to report.

Click here for more information

How Can You Help with Illegal Dumping

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Illegally dumped trash is more than just an eyesore! It is expensive to clean up, it negatively impacts our quality of life and economic development, and the plastic debris may end up in our waterways and oceans. Individuals caught dumping illegally may have their vehicle impounded and face fines and fees totaling about $1,000. 

We have recently posted images on social media asking for help identifying illegal dumpers caught on camera and reporting when a vehicle was impounded. WDRB also helped spread the word about the negative impacts of illegal dumping. View their story here. 

Residents are encouraged to fill out this online form if they witness illegal dumping. The form can also be used to share home security camera footage or images of illegal dumping occurring with our Solid Waste Enforcement Department. Go to Louisvilleky.gov/IllegalDumping to learn more about how you can help prevent illegal dumping. 

Did you know..? Many waste materials can be dropped off legally and for FREE. Up to three large household items, up to 4 passenger tires, and up to 3 electronics items can be dropped off for free at the at the Waste Reduction Center, located at 636 Meriwether Avenue. A pickup truckload of yard waste or construction debris can be disposed for only $60.00.

Residents can also utilize the free Pop-Up Drop-Off events that occur monthly, on a Saturday 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., March - November, in various parts of Jefferson County. Items must be separated into the various categories for easy off-loading. Know before you go! View the accepted items list here: Louisvilleky.gov/PopUps.

Southwest Community Ministries - Items Needed

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Southwest Community Ministries is currently overwhelmed with families who have never needed assistance before but are running out of household and hygiene products! They are asking for help from members of the community, youth groups, or anyone willing to donate.

If you would prefer to give food donations, items such as ravioli, ramen, fruit cups, canned meats, soups, and peanut butter crackers are always good options. Things like Ensure and pull top lids are good for seniors as well!

Needed Household Items:

  • Toilet Paper
  • Deodorant
  • Soups
  • Ravioli
  • Ramen Noodles

Items can be dropped off at the Ministry (8504 Terry Rd.) Monday-Friday from 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. For more information please call (502) 935-0310.

Donations can also be made by visiting SouthwestCommunityMinistries.org/donate.

Meriweather Waste Reduction Center

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At the Waste Reduction Center, Louisville/Jefferson County residents can dispose of tires, household bulky waste such as metals, appliances, electronics, tree limbs and stumps up to three feet in diameter, unbagged yard waste, construction debris, and furniture.

Hours of Operation

Tuesday - Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Saturday 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Appointments available Tuesday - Friday 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Up to three household bulky items per day may be dropped off at no charge. Bulky loads or drop-offs exceeding three items will be charged according  - CASH ONLY.  

Examples of single items

  • Up to 4 passenger tires*
  • One appliance
  • One large household item such as mattress, box spring, sofa or chair

*No more than 4 tires will be accepted for free drop-off at one time regardless of the number of other items