Councilwoman Shameka Parrish-Wright
601 W. Jefferson Street
(502) 574-1103
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Ben Harlan
Legislative Assistant
(502) 574-3452
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Dre Dawson
Community Engagement Strategist
(502) 494-6663
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In this Issue...

• Council Updates
• District 3 in The Community!
• Community Corner
• DISTRICT 3 AND DISTRICT 21 SOCCER TOURNAMENT
• District 3 Logo Poll!
• William Harrison Park Cleanup
• Job Opportunities: South Louisville Community Center
• Upcoming Community Events
• MSD Community Meetings
• Odor Reporting

Council Updates

Metro Council Meeting 9/19/24

Metro Council met last night and adopted several ordinances, most relating to board appointments, neighborhood development funds, and zoning of properties. If you are interested in these ordinances, please check out the public portal, or reach out to our office. The council also approved the Urban Government Center Tax Increment Financing District. We know several residents in this neighborhood expressed significant issues with the plan and process, so Councilwoman Parrish-Wright listened and voted NO on this item. 

District 3 Logo Poll

We are so excited to present three options for a District 3 logo. This will appear on D3 apparel and other items so we can uplift all our neighborhoods. Please respond to this email with the link on the left to let us know which one is your favorite. Please see the photos below. 

Schardein Cemetery

Our office has been working with the County Attorney to determine the best course of action to maintain Schardein Cemetery. Essentially, the courts determined there are only four organizations permitted to enter and maintain this cemetery. We have reached out to one of those organizations and are in talks to see if we can work out a maintenance agreement. 

Fence on Manslick Road

Another project we've been focused on is the Fence along Manslick Road, just past Berry Boulevard. Our office, Public Works, and the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet have been in communication to determine the best path forward to remove the damaged parts of the fence and replace them. We are still awaiting a final decision from Public Works and the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet. 

GG Moore Park

The Parks Alliance has identified GG Moore Park on M Street as a priority park for potential redevelopment. Our first step is to gather community input and set a kickoff meeting to determine the best path forward for this park. If you live in Taylor-Berry, or close to the park or the South Louisville Community Center, please let us know if you want to be involved in this park redevelopment process. 

Legislation Filed: Wrongful Conviction Day

Councilwoman Parrish-Wright filed a resolution to recognize international wrongful conviction day, and to urge the state to pass legislation to provide compensation to those who've been wrongfully convicted and incarcerated. There are 22 Kentuckians and 7 Louisvillians who have been exonerated. The full text of the resolution can be read here. 

Shively Chili Cook-Off

The City of Shively will be having their Chili Cook-Off on October 11th from 5pm-8pm at the Heritage (1901 Park Road). This is free and open to the public! Come out and enjoy all kinds of chili! If you're interested in entering your chili for the competition, please contact the fire chief, Charles Mucker at charles.mucker@shivelyky.gov by 4pm on October 10th. 

District 3 in The Community!

Our monthly District Advisory Board meeting was a success! We discussed topics ranging from fencing to noise complaints.

The D3 team was happy to present Major Tiffany Tatum with a proclamation for her service to the 4th Division at the September Meet your Officer event at Sojourn Church. Building community relationships is critical to public safety. We look forward to meeting and working with the new Major.

Dre Dawson attended the Cloverleaf Neighborhood Association meeting to hear concerns, and see how the D3 office can support and uplift their neighborhood.

Councilwoman Parrish-Wright, with a few other metro council offices, met with LMHA to discuss the future of Dosker Manor.

The entire D3 team attended the Shively City Council meeting to hear concerns in Shively, and to continue fostering collaborative relationships with the Shively Mayor and City Council.

Councilwoman Parrish-Wright and the D3 team at the Watterson Lake Park cleanup to ensure all our parks are free from litter.

Community Corner

- Cloverleaf Neighborhood Association: Chili Cookoff is November 16th, more details to come!
- Good Neighbor Awards will be at Cloverleaf Church
- Logo Design meeting for District 3 to finalize last edits
- Meet your Beat officer event for the 4th division was this month at Sojourn Church Carlisle. We presented a proclamation to Major Tatum for her service to the 4th division as she transitions to the 8th division.
- District Advisory Board discussed Watterson Lake and how it can get funded to be a productive lake again.
- Watterson Lake Park cleanup had a great turnout from the community.
- Shively City Council has a short meeting this week. Check out the Food Truck Fridays!
- Meeting with Evolve502 to talk their programming and how Metro Council can support
- Meeting with Parks Alliance to discuss renovations to G.G. Moore park

DISTRICT 3 AND DISTRICT 21 SOCCER TOURNAMENT

District 3 and District 21 are co-sponsoring a SOCCER TOURNAMENT at William Harrison Park on Saturday, September 28th from 12pm-4pm! There will be food trucks, vendors, and plenty of fun! Please come out and have a great time! It will be a free event, open to the public. Our goal is community engagement, and celebrating our immigrant communities across the city. We are SO EXCITED to finally announce this event!

District 3 Logo Poll!

The District 3 Team is so excited to present three logo mock-ups for the district! Please respond to this email to let us know which of the three options you like the best: 1A, 4, or 5.

William Harrison Park Cleanup

Prior to the soccer tournament, there will be a cleanup on September 21st from 9am-12pm at William Harrison Park. Brightside will bring trash bags, gloves, and grabbers for this event. Please come out and help us care for our parks!

Job Opportunities: South Louisville Community Center

Recreation Leader: Salary
$18.70 Hourly
Location
KY 40208, KY
Job Type
Regular Full-Time
Job Number
7599
Department
Metro Parks & Recreation
Opening Date
06/11/2024
Closing Date
Continuous
Description
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Maintains a safe and clean environment
Coordinates indoor and outdoor activities, plans and schedules programs and the use of recreational equipment and facilities
May oversee program participants

Recreation Assistant PU:.

$17.24 Hourly
Location
KY 40208, KY
Job Type
Full_Time
Job Number
12225
Department
Metro Parks & Recreation
Opening Date
06/11/2024
Closing Date
Continuous
Description
Summary Objective
The purpose of this position is to plan and schedule programs, instruct one or more phases of a recreational program, and ensure that equipment and facilities are properly used.
This class works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences.

Apply Here:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/louisvilleky

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