District 14 Weekly eNews, September 19, 2024
Louisville Metro Government sent this bulletin at 09/19/2024 02:10 PM EDT
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In This Edition...
- Enroll Now for the Citizens Police Academy, January 2025
- District 14 Seeking Applicants
- 14 Flock Cameras Coming to District 14
- Little Libraries are Popping Up in D14
- September - October, Lights Out Louisville
- Canoeing at Riverview on Sunday, Sept. 22
- Prepare for Retirement
- Get Spooky at the Metro Arts Center
- Last Junk Drop Off This Year at Sun Valley
- Tickets for Jack O'Lantern Spectacular on Sale Now!
- Haunted Gingerbread House Activity
- SW Library Celebrates it's 10th Birthday!
- After School Activity for Students
- Metro Arts Center on Dixie Offering Various Classes and Activities
- Reserve Your Seat Today!
- Family Fun at Louisville Metro Animal Services
- Southwest Community Festival, October 12th at Sun Valley Park
- Fall Bazaar in the Community
- Career Opportunities with Louisville Metro Government
- Meals on Wheels
- Reporting Potholes
- Report a Litterer!
- How Can You Help with Illegal Dumping
- Southwest Community Ministries - Items Needed
- Meriweather Waste Reduction Center
- Contact Metro311
Enroll Now for the Citizens Police Academy, January 2025
Click here for more information.
District 14 Seeking Applicants
Applications are open for the Class of 2025 Office for Women (OFW) Ambassadors!
The OFW Ambassadors is a six-month training program for women and gender diverse individuals who represent the diverse communities across Metro Louisville. Through the program, participants will develop and hone their leadership skills, learn about issues impacting women, and explore government and community programs available to women.
The OFW Ambassadors will serve as community liaisons, sharing out information about vital community services and communicating back to government about the needs of women in their communities.
Eligibility requirements:
- Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to and advocacy for improving the lives of women and/or girls and advancing gender equity.
- Applicants must be 18 or older.
- Applicants must live in one of the 26 Metro Council districts in Jefferson County (inside Jefferson County).
- Applicants must commit to attending all training sessions. The training dates for 2025 are:
- January 16
- February 20
- March 20
- April 17
- May 15
- June 19
Training will take place from approximately 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. each day.
YOU MUST COMMIT TO ATTEND ALL TRAINING DATES.
The training program is free, and food and transportation costs (bus tickets or parking) will be provided. Childcare will also be provided off site.
Apply today!: Scan the QR code above or register here. Applications are due by November 15, 2024.
14 Flock Cameras Coming to District 14
To help address rising crime and ensure public safety, Councilwoman Cindi Fowler (D-14) and Councilman Dr. Rick Blackwell (D-12) have appropriated funds to install Flock Safety cameras throughout their districts. This new initiative aims to deter criminal activity, assist law enforcement in investigations, and improve the overall sense of security in the community.
Flock cameras are specialized license plate-reading cameras that capture vehicle details, such as license plates, make, model, and color. These cameras are equipped with advanced software that alerts law enforcement to stolen vehicles or wanted individuals and allows for quick identification in criminal investigations. The footage captured is accessible only by law enforcement personnel for investigative purposes.
The appropriation of $177,100 ($88,550 from each council district) was approved by Metro Council . The funding will be used to purchase twenty-eight new Flock cameras, fourteen to be installed in each district.
Little Libraries are Popping Up in D14
Councilwoman Cindi Fowler has 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.
September - October, Lights Out Louisville
Canoeing at Riverview on Sunday, Sept. 22
This free event is designed for individuals and families who are new to canoeing to experience the water in safe and stable big canoes which hold 6 people! All safety equipment and trained staff are provided. Wear comfortable outdoor clothing that can get wet; no flip flops please.
Ages: 3 and up. Participants under the age of 18 MUST have a waiver signed by a parent/legal guardian.
No advanced sign-ups required.
Fee: FREE and open to public.
Prepare for Retirement
Get Spooky at the Metro Arts Center
To register for this arts and crafts event, click here,
Last Junk Drop Off This Year at Sun Valley
Tickets for Jack O'Lantern Spectacular on Sale Now!
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.
Haunted Gingerbread House Activity
SW Library Celebrates it's 10th Birthday!
Put on your party hats, because Southwest Regional Library is turning ten and the whole community is invited to celebrate. Festivities will include the magical Mr. Moustache (11a-12p), a musical performance by bluegrass band Hog Operation (2-3p), the bubble truck (2-4p), a book sale benefitting the Southwest Friends of the Library, cupcakes, and more!
After School Activity for Students
For additional information and to register, click here.
Metro Arts Center on Dixie Offering Various Classes and Activities
The Metro Arts Center, located at 8360 Dixie Highway, is offering a variety of classes designed for all age groups. For a list of activities and to register for classes, click here.
Reserve Your Seat Today!
Family Fun at Louisville Metro Animal Services
Southwest Community Festival, October 12th at Sun Valley Park
Call for Vendors - The Southwest Community Festival currently has openings for Arts & Craft Booths, Food Booths, Non-Profit Booths, Commercial Booths, and Political Booths. Please click this link to register for a booth.
Fall Bazaar in the Community
Career Opportunities with Louisville Metro Government
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
Reporting Potholes
We need your help reporting potholes, use one of the methods below;
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!
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
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
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:
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
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
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