We want to express our appreciation for all the members of the Snow team for their dedication to serving our city. Working 12-hour shifts from Sunday to Sunday, they worked around the clock to keep Metro’s 110 snow routes clear and in safe driving condition during the worst snowfall event the city had seen since 1998.
Though the snow routes are clear, their work continues as 25 crews have been deployed to apply salt on side streets, still ice-covered due to the continued freezing temperatures.
Thank you to our Metro Snow Team partner agencies: Metro Fleet Services, Metro Parks, Metro Codes & Regs (Vacant Lots Division), Public Works: Roads Operations, Solid Waste Management Services (SWMS), Signs & Markings.
Also thank you to Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) for their assistance during this historic snow event!
Snow Event 3 numbers
- 12 inches total snowfall during prolonged event – 9 inches in a 7-hour time span on Sunday, Jan. 5 (most snow amount in 25 years, 11.6 inches in 1998) and 3 inches Friday, Jan. 10.
- 38,000 tons of salt on hand to start the winter season
- 110 Metro snow routes (2,700 miles) – does not include what was done to accommodate JCPS, UofL, Norton Healthcare Sports & Learning Center, TARC3 location or the Public Libraries
- 160 pieces of equipment (snowplows, loaders, utility trucks, skid steers, augers, spreaders)
- 60 snowplows
- 200 team members (Approx. 140 CDL drivers)
- 22,000 tons of salt used (44,000,000 Lbs.)
- 18,300 gallons of calcium chloride
- Over 24,000 miles driven (2,700 x multiple passes)
- 180 hours worked since 6 am Sunday
- 125 JSCPS bus stops, multiple treatment on a total 6 miles
- 4 high-density TARC3 Routes -1.5 miles treated multiple times
- 5 total-mile treatment at Norton Healthcare Sports & Learning Center
- Entrance and other access points clearance for 5 Louisville Public Libraries, multiple treatments
- 2 days working at UofL, clearing bus stops and parking spaces
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SNOWPLOW ON NEWBURG RD. NEAR OLD SHEPHERDSVILLE RD.
Ishmael “Ish” Farris was officially promoted to Public Works Roads Operations Division, West District Manager, on Monday, January 6 (in the thick of the largest snowfall event in 25 years).
Ish has been with Public Works for 15 years. He started as Equipment Operator, then moved on as a Roads Inspector. He has served as a Roads Operations Labor Supervisor for the past 8 years.
Ish is originally from Los Angeles, CA, a BIG Raiders fan, enjoys spending time with family and going to church; and had this to say, “Louisville has been home to me and my family for 25 years, I am a Louisvillian at heart, and enjoy serving my community. I am so excited about what is in store and the opportunity to continue serving and growing in my new position.”
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HUGE thanks to Metro Facilities and Public Works Electrical Maintenance teams for the quick response on repairing the lights in the Roads Operations East District’s salt dome. They had a small window to address this issue and didn't hesitate to get it regardless of their respective workloads and deadlines. No doubt that all the loader operators at East District will be very happy by the much-improved illumination inside.
This small, but significant project truly showcases the teamwork and collaboration between Metro departments, and their dedication to better serving our city! THANK YOU!
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Thank you for your patience with our curbside collection team! The icy conditions on side streets and alleys can be very dangerous for our crews. We provide quality service and will continue to collect all extra trash and recycling. As weather improves and streets and alleys are salted, we will revisit areas not serviced due to unsafe conditions.
Please follow these guidelines to help our crews:
- Loosen your garbage and recycling carts from the ice.
- Make a path for crews to pull your cart toward their truck.
- Tied bags of garbage may be placed next to the garbage cart.
- Extra recycling should be loose inside a container and set out with the recycling cart.
Week of January 13: Garbage and Recycling collection in safe and clear areas.
Week of January 21 (one day delay due to holiday): Garbage, Recycling, and Yard Waste Collection. Yard Waste crews will collect Christmas trees.
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Christmas tree drop-off sites are also available through January 25:
Open Tuesday-Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Waste Reduction Center closes at 3 p.m. on Saturdays)
All locations will be closed on Saturday, January 18 in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
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East District Recycling Center, 595 N. Hubbards Lane
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Public Works Yard, 10500 Lower River Road (enter from Bethany Lane)
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Waste Reduction Center, 636 Meriwether Avenue
There will be no garbage, recycling, or yard waste collection on Monday, January 20 within the Urban Services District in observance of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Day holiday. Collection will resume Tuesday, January 21 and will be delayed by one day for the rest of the week. Residents serviced by private companies should check with those companies for the holiday schedule.
The staffed drop-off locations, HazBin, and Waste Reduction Center will be closed on Saturday, January 18 in observance of the holiday.
Download our free Recycle Coach app to sign up for holiday reminders and more.
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 Since the amount of yard waste generated is far less in the winter, the schedule is adjusted for a more efficient collection. February 3 through mid-March yard waste will be collected EVERY OTHER WEEK on the opposite week of recycling. Use our Recycle Coach app to view the collection calendar and set reminders.
Residents may drop off bundled or contained yard waste at the Waste Reduction Center for free during the weeks there is no curbside collection.
Yard waste must be bundled according to curbside rules! Businesses with yard waste and loads that are not bundled correctly will have to pay the normal fee.
Guidelines:
- Leaves, twigs, straw, pine needles
- Shrubbery trimmings
- Branches and tree trimmings - must be less than 2 inches in diameter and less than 4 feet long
- Wood ash
- Christmas trees (seasonally) - remove all decorations, no bag or container needed
- Acceptable items in paper bags.
- Acceptable items in durable metal or plastic containers, 20-40 gallon capacity, with handles, weighing no more than 60 pounds
Yard waste meeting guidelines can be dropped off February 4-8, 18-22, and March 4-8 only. Jefferson County residents only. Businesses must pay the normal fee.
The Waste Reduction Center is located at 636 Meriwether Avenue and is open Tuesday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Saturdays, 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Have you ever wondered if something is accepted in recycling or how to properly dispose of something? Try out the search tool in our Recycle Coach app! In 2024 more people searched Construction & Remodeling Materials than any other category. Check out the top 10 searched items in 2024 - and try it out on the app or website! Louisvilleky.gov/RecycleCoach
Serve the Louisville community through a rewarding public service career! The Department of Metro Public Works & Assets is currently hiring.
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:
- click the filter tab
- click Departments
- click Public Works on the dropdown menu
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/louisvilleky
To receive automatic waste collection reminders and real-time notifications, download Recycle Coach, our waste information and calendar app at the App Store or on Google Play.
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