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Councilman Benson and staff wishes everyone a very Happy Thanksgiving!
Reminder: The Metro Council offices will close at noon on Wednesday, November 27th and be closed Thursday, November 28th and Friday, November 29th in observance of the Thanksgiving Holiday!
 LOUISVILLE, Ky. (November 26, 2024) – Experience some holiday magic as the annual Polar Express Pajama Party pulls in to the station at the Southwest Regional Library (9725 Dixie Highway) on Friday, December 13, 6 – 8 p.m. Kids can come dressed in their pajamas and enjoy free games, crafts, and activities for the whole family.
There will be a reading of The Polar Express, followed by a screening of the movie. Children can also get their picture taken with Mrs. Claus, Elsa from Frozen, and the Polar Express conductor; enjoy a cookie and hot chocolate pit stop; and get a free book of their very own. For more information about this after-hours event for children and families, call (502) 933-0029.
By offering free access to quality early learning opportunities, like the Polar Express Pajama Party, the Louisville Free Public Library promotes literacy and helps to inspire a lifetime of reading and learning. For more information about the Library and its services, visit LFPL.org.
24-STRCLOSURE-0032 Rehl Rd Major Sub Street Closure 11/19/2024 12/11/2024
A street closure application for an unnamed unimproved 25' length of road near the intesection of Rehl Rd and S. Pope Lick Rd.
Variance
Monday, December 2, 2024. The meeting will be held at 1:00 P.M. at the Jeffersontown Branch Library, 10635 Watterson Trail. Program: Historic Ft. Knox Kentucky, A Century + of Service. Speaker: Robert Dawson
This holiday season, Blackacre Nature Preserve & Historic Homestead invites the community to experience the magic of a 19th-century Christmas through its "Holiday House Tours" and special "Candlelight Tour." Sponsored by Kentucky Humanities and the National Endowment for the Humanities, these events immerse guests in the traditions, music, and customs of the past.
Event Dates and Times:
• Holiday House Tours: November 24, December 1 and 15 from 1:00 to 4:00 pm
• Candlelight Tour: December 21 from 5:00 to 8:00 pm
With both events, visitors will explore the beautifully adorned 1844 Presley Tyler House,
guided by knowledgeable docents dressed in period attire. Each room highlights a
unique Christmas carol from the era, with decor inspired by the lyrics and themes of
these classic holiday songs. As guests tour the home, they’ll gain insight into the holiday
traditions that brought 19th-century Kentucky families and communities together,
including tree decorating, gift-giving, and festive gatherings.
The Candlelight Tour provides a more immersive evening experience. In the historic
1795 Stone Cottage, guests will enjoy live pioneer-era music performed by the
Quintrilogy string trio and watch dancers in traditional attire demonstrate and teach
dances from the period. This candlelit setting, complete with traditional refreshments and
an interactive 19th-century craft, offers an enchanting and educational glimpse into
holiday celebrations of the past.
Suggested donation:
Holiday House Tours: $7.50 per person or $15 per family
Candlelight Tours: $10 per person or $20 per family
About Blackacre Conservancy
Blackacre’s 280-acre nature preserve and historic homestead were donated by Judge
Macauley L. Smith and Emilie Strong Smith for the people of Kentucky. The preserve
offers visitors a chance to experience early American life through its homestead tours,
trails, farm animals, and historic buildings. Blackacre’s mission is to promote
environmental education, conservation, and preservation of Kentucky’s cultural heritage.
For more information, please visit www.VisitBlackacre.org
Fall Leaves
Mowing over leaves to mulch them back into your lawn is a great option for reducing waste. Mulching not only returns vital nutrients to the soil, but experts say that it can help your grass grow even better the following year!
Never blow leaves into the street! If you see Street Sweeping signs posted on your street, please make sure to move your vehicle so any leaves that fell naturally on the street can be properly cleaned.
*ALSO: MSD asks if you see a catch basin covered with leaves, in front of your home or near by please collect them/clear the basin! That will assist in proper drainage and helps everyone.*
Leaf Drop-Off Sites (coming soon!)
The Metro Public Works free leaf drop-off sites will be open Tuesday-Saturdays, now through December 7. Drop-off will not be available on November 28 and 29 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. Only leaves will be accepted. Leaves can be loose, in paper/compostable bags, or reusable containers. Containers used to bring leaves to the drop-off sites must be taken back by residents.
Locations and hours:
- Public Works Yard, 10500 Lower River Road (enter from Bethany Lane), Tuesday-Saturday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
- Public Works East District Operations Center, 595 N Hubbards Lane, Tuesday-Saturday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
- Shawnee Park, 230 Southwestern Parkway (Athletic Complex), Tuesday-Saturday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
- Waste Reduction Center, 636 Meriwether Avenue, Tuesday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and Saturday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
This service is for residents ONLY and not for businesses!!
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It's almost the Holiday Season in Downtown Louisville
Light Up Louisville powered by LG&E
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Step into a Winter Wonderland as we kick off the Holiday Season in Downtown Louisville at this year's "Light Up Louisville" Powered by LG&E!
Join us on Saturday, December 7th from 3pm - 9pm at Jefferson Square Park for an evening full of festive fun do the entire family!
What to expect:
- BRAND NEW! Video-Mapping Show on Metro Hall
- BRAND NEW! 200-Drone Holiday Show
- Local, holiday shopping along the Mistletoe Market
- Delicious bites at Frosty's Food Court
- Live entertainment across 2 stages
- The magical Lots of Lights Parade (Starts at 6:00 pm)
- Free photos with Santa & Friends inside Santa's House
- Free trackless train rides aboard the Jolly Jingle Express
- Fun, free activities for kids and so much more!
Bring the whole family for a night of holiday magic -- it's the perfect way to begin the season! FREE admission for all.
Light Up Louisville is Sponsored by Bank of America, FORD, AT&T, Humana Military, WLKY, IHeart Media, 840 WHAS, 98.9 KISS FM, 100.5 FM, Outfront, & Peterman Brothers.
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Louisville Downtown Partnership Holiday Market
In collaboration with Light Up Louisville, LDP will host its annual Downtown Holiday Market on the same day!
This event will transform the Plaza on Fourth, between Jefferson & Market Streets, with a unique outdoor pop-up shopping and food vendor market in the heart of Louisville. This festive event offers a unique opportunity for the community to shop local, support small businesses, and enjoy the holiday spirit in a vibrant downtown setting.
The Downtown Holiday Market will also take place from 3p - 9p and will be decorated with lights, inflatables, and photographable experiences. This event is free to the public. Get festive and join us!
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Tips to protect yourself from impersonation scams
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Scammers posing as various organizations like Amazon may send you calls, texts, and emails with various tactics to try to deceive you to provide personal information or sign-in credentials.
What to watch out for?
Scammers may tell you there is a fraud investigation and you must “verify” your account or claim there is an unauthorized or fraudulent activity on your Amazon account.
How can you avoid being scammed?
- Amazon will never ask you to share your password, account sign-in One-Time Password (OTP), or verify sensitive personal information over the phone.
- Visit the Message Center on Amazon.com or on our app to review authentic emails from Amazon.
- Go directly to our website, and go to Your Account to make changes to your billing and account information.
- Customer Service is available 24/7 to help with any questions you may have.
Keep others safe If you receive communication — a call, text, or email — that you think may not be from Amazon, please report it to us at, amazon.com/reportascam.
For more information on how to stay safe online, visit Protect Your System on the Amazon Customer Service page.
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PARC offering free on-street parking on Small Business Saturday
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (November 25, 2024) – To promote holiday cheer and encourage everyone to shop small, the Parking Authority of River City (PARC) is gifting Louisville residents and guests with free on-street metered parking on Small Business Saturday, Nov. 30.
“Louisville is full of wonderful small businesses that make this city unique and special,” said Mayor Craig Greenberg. “I hope residents and visitors are able to take advantage of this gift to help shop local for gifts this holiday season.”
PARC operates meters in various locations, including downtown, NuLu, and along the Bardstown Road and Frankfort Avenue commercial corridors.
“Tis the season! Whether you are looking for a gift for a friend, family member, or yourself, PARC wants to make it easy for everyone to support our great locally owned shops, service providers, and restaurants,” said PARC Director Mike Tudor.
Rebecca Fleischaker, executive director of Louisville Downtown Partnership, emphasized that shopping at small businesses is a great way to give back to the community this holiday season. More than half of every dollar spent at a locally owned business stays in and recirculates throughout the community.
“Small Business Saturday is the kick-off to holiday shopping and provides the perfect opportunity to support our local businesses, especially in the greater Downtown area, and boost the local economy,” Fleischaker said. “Free parking is a simple but impactful way for all of us to give back and keep our Downtown vibrant.”
For those looking to make the most out of a single stop, Louisville Independent Business Alliance (LIBA) will host its annual HoLOUdays! Events, starting with Small Business Saturday events in South and West Louisville.
LIBA will kick off the celebration from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. with Small Business Saturday South Louisville at Colonial Gardens, 818 W. Kenwood Dr., and continue from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. with Small Business Saturday West Louisville at the Norton Healthcare Sports & Learning Center, 3029 W. Muhammad Ali Blvd. Both events will feature vendors from the surrounding neighborhoods, giveaways, and kids’ activities. More details and a local gift guide featuring Louisville small businesses are available at Keeplouisvilleweird.com.
“We are a city of neighborhoods, and Small Business Saturday gives us a special opportunity to check out and support our neighbors’ businesses,” said Jennifer Rubenstein, Executive Director of the Louisville Independent Business Alliance. “These are the businesses that give us our community character and sense of place, and they also keep more dollars close to home.”
And if you still have items on your list after Small Business Saturday, Louisville Downtown Partnership is hosting its annual Downtown Holiday Market on Saturday, Dec. 7, from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. The event is in collaboration with Louisville Metro’s annual Light Up Louisville and will transform the Plaza on Fourth, between Jefferson and Market Streets, with a unique outdoor, pop-up shopping and food vendor market in the heart of Louisville. This festive event offers a unique opportunity for the community to shop local, support small businesses, and enjoy the holiday spirit in a vibrant downtown setting.
 On Dec. 19 and 22, Louisville is hosting the NCAA Division I Women’s Volleyball National Championship.
As part of the weekend’s activities, the Louisville Sports Commission is offering a FREE youth volleyball clinic for boys and girls ages 6-12.
Details:
Friday, Dec. 20, 2024
5-6:30 p.m. check-in
6:30-8 p.m. clinic
Kentucky International Convention Center
221 S. Fourth Street
Hall D
College volleyball coaches will be your instructors, and the clinic will cover volleyball basics. This is open to anyone regardless of skill level.
All participants will receive a Molten shirt, Molten volleyball and more.
Anyone who is interested can sign up here: https://forms.gle/H1er8M58M8XYkyAC6
The deadline to register is Dec. 18, 2024.
LMHA Maintenance Job Fair
LMHA Maintenance Job Fair next month, and we need the Council's help getting the word out. Would it be possible for you to share this in upcoming Newsletters? I have attached a graphic for the event.
Below is more information you can share:
– Starting at $20.81/hr!
Join the Louisville Metro Housing Authority Maintenance Team and unlock great benefits, career growth, and the chance to make a difference in our community!
Open Roles: Plumbing, Carpentry, Electrical, Custodial On-the-Spot Interviews
When: Thursday, December 14 | 10:00 AM–2:00 PM Where: 600 South 7th Street, Louisville, KY 40203
To the Adjoining Property Owners, Neighborhood Group Representatives expressing interest in this area and Metro Councilperson for the 20th District.
A Conditional Use Permit application to provide a non- owner-occupied short-term rental at the address below was filed with the department of Louisville Metro Office of Planning on October 17, 2024.
ADDRESS: 17825 Bradbe Road
CASE NO: 24-CUPPA-0234
CASE MANAGER: Jude Mattingly
CASE MANAGER EMAIL: jude.mattingly@louisvilleky.gov
COUNCIL DISTIRICT: 20th
APPLICANT: Michael Lawrence
In accordance with the procedures of Louisville Metro Office of Planning, we have been directed to invite you to discuss this proposal before a formal application can be filed. This will be an informal meeting to give you the opportunity to review the proposed plan and discuss the proposal with the applicant or its representative. We encourage you to attend this meeting and to share your thoughts. This meeting will be held in addition to the established public meeting procedures of the Planning Commission and/or the
Board of Zoning Adjustment.
The meeting to discuss this application will be held on:
DATE: December 9, 2024@ 7:00pm
LOCATION: 17825 Bradbe Road, in the barn
Michael Lawrence is the primary point of contact for any questions or comments. Any questions or comments received will be incorporated into the meeting record. The contact information is below:
Name: Michael Lawrence Email: mclintlawrence@gmail.com
If you have questions about this application, or would like to view the case file, please visit http://louisvilleky.gov/govemment/planning-design or contact Louisville Metro Planning & Design Services.
 Louisville Cohousing and Louisville Metro Office of Planning are
hosting a Public Presentation to explain the concept.
Louisville, KY – November 19th, 2024 – A group of motivated Louisvillians are joining forces to create Louisville Cohousing, a custom pocket neighborhood where people know and care for each other. Their effort is supported by the non-profits Mattingly Edge and Inclusive Housing Solutions.
To spread the word and present their project, Louisville Cohousing, Mattingly Edge and the Louisville Metro Office of Planning will be hosting a public presentation at the Northeast Regional Library (15 Bellevoir Cir) on Thursday December 5th, 2024. Join us from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM for an evening of learning and discussion about cohousing.
During this presentation, Metro office of planning will talk about Cohousing regulations in the land development code, and how it aligns with their effort to respond to the “need for quality housing with attainable price points”
Mathilde Berthe from Studio Co+Hab, an architecture firm specialized in cohousing projects, will then lead a 45-minute presentation on cohousing.
“Cohousing is a place where you don’t have to drive your kid to play dates, because they are happening right next door. And if you need something, you can count on your neighbor’s help.” Mathilde Berthe, Cohousing expert, said.
Cohousing: A Different Kind of Neighborhood
Cohousing is similar to a condominium neighborhood where residents own their own home, with their own mortgage. But Cohousing neighborhoods are designed for privacy AND community. In these neighborhoods, future residents make all the major decisions, ensuring that their collective vision shapes the environment they live in, and they create spaces where community can happen.
The communities have extensive common outdoor spaces where kids can run in a car-free environment and residents run into each other on a daily basis. The Common House is the heart of the community. This facility typically has a large dining room and kitchen, where people take turns cooking for each other. It usually has common guest rooms, a kids-room or even a common laundry room.
As future resident Leila Faucette said: “In cohousing you don’t have 32 households owning 32 lawn mowers, people pool resources to live lighter on the planet together.” It is a supportive community fostered around relationships and spontaneous interactions. Far from a gated community, cohousing projects benefit the wider neighborhood in which they are located by creating pedestrian friendly and human-scaled environments. “We are a group of strangers, who are getting to know each other by working together on creating our dream multi-generational Cohousing community”, Faucette said.
EVENT DETAILS:
Date: Thursday December 5th
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: Northeast Regional Library
Admission: Free
Media is invited to attend the event. Representatives from Louisville Cohousing will be available for questions.
About Mattingly Edge and Inclusive Housing Solutions
Inclusive Housing Solutions is a Louisville nonprofit dedicated to making quality housing accessible to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. More information can be found at www.inclusivehousingsolutions.org
Mattingly Edge cultivates partnerships that enable people with disabilities to thrive at work, at home, and in relationships. More information can be found at www.mattinglyedge.org
About Louisville Cohousing:
We are a dedicated community of individuals working together to create a unique living experience. Our vision is to establish a close-knit neighborhood where residents actively participate in shaping their shared environment. By fostering collaboration, sustainability, and a strong sense of belonging, we aim to cultivate a supportive and inclusive community that values both personal privacy and meaningful social connections.
We have been hosting meet-up events on the 7th of the month at 7pm at changing locations to recruit new members from all neighborhoods (see Louisvillecohousing.com for the next location).
For more information, visit www.Louisvillecohousing.com or contact Don Reinhardt.
Don Reinhardt - Louisville Cohousing - (415)408-8003 - louisvillecoho@gmail.com |
