District 23 Update - January 17, 2025

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Louisville, KY  40202
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January 18 - Café LOUIE Fern Creek

Cafe Louie Fern Creek

Councilman Hudson will participate in Café LOUIE on:
 
 Saturday, January 18 at 9:00am

Fern Creek High School
9115 Fern Creek Rd.

and

Saturday, January 25 at 9:00am
South Central Regional Library
 7300 Jefferson Blvd.

Café LOUIE is designed to be an informal gathering of civic minded individuals interested in meeting with their elected officials to discuss local issues. When you arrive, grab a cup of Heine Brothers coffee and fill out a notecard with your specific questions. 

For more information visit: lfplfoundation.org/cafe-louie


January 25 - Louisville Zoo Job Fair

Zoo Job Fair

The Louisville Zoo will host a job fair on January 25 in the Islands Pavilion Gheens Room from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Zoo is seeking outgoing, highly motivated individuals who enjoy working with the public to fill seasonal positions in various departments. Positions are available in Admissions, Animal Dept.**,  Education**, Guest Services, Horticulture, Marketing, Membership, Front Desk and Rides & Attractions. Candidates will receive training in their area.

The compensation for seasonal positions ranges start at $16.65 per hour. All applicants must be at least 16 years of age and able to work a variable schedule that includes nights and weekends from March through October. Some positions require applicants to be 18 years of age and possess a valid driver’s license.

The Zoo has full and part-time positions available in various areas. Visit louisvillezoo.org/about-the-zoo/hr/ for information on the positions and how to apply.

** Animal and Education departments require additional requirements. 


Public Works Christmas Tree Drop-Off Sites Open Through January 25

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Christmas tree drop-off sites will be available for all Louisville/Jefferson County residents at three locations.

HOURS & LOCATIONS Tuesday-Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
 (Waste Reduction Center closes at 3 p.m. on Saturdays) through January 27

All locations will be closed on Saturday, January 18 in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.

•    East District Recycling Center, 595 N. Hubbards Lane

•    Public Works Yard, 10500 Lower River Road (enter from Bethany Lane)

•    Waste Reduction Center, 636 Meriwether Avenue

The Hubbards Lane site will also instantly recycle Christmas trees into mulch that will be offered back to citizens for home use. Those wishing to receive mulch must bring an appropriate container in which to carry it. All lights and ornaments should be removed from trees before they are dropped off. 


January 28 - Louisville Local Business Expo

Business Expo

Louisville Local Business Expo

Tuesday, January 28, 2025, 1pm-4pm
Mellwood Art Center
(1860 Mellwood Ave., Van Gogh Building)

Free entry

This B2B Expo features 50+ local businesses, reusable bags for the first 250 attendees, personalized “Quick Learns” and lots of prizes - all in a fun, festival atmosphere. Attendees can expect to go home with new connections and new tools for their business.

Find out more at KeepLouisvilleWeird.com/Expo.


February 1 - Boy Scouts Troop and Pack 366 Spaghetti Supper

Scouts Spaghetti Dinner

57th Annual Spaghetti Supper Sponsored by St. Athanasius Parish.

February 1, 2025
4pm-8pm
St. Athanasius Paris Hall/Gym
5915 Outer Loop 

This event promises a laid-back yet delightful experience.

Enjoy a festive evening featuring a Silent Auction, $5 Raffles, Gift Card Board, Cake Booth, Games, and more!

Savor our Spaghetti Meal, priced at just $10 per plate, which includes:

All-you-can-eat spaghetti, Dinner roll, Salad bar, Brownie, Tea and water (other drinks available for purchase).

For additional information, contact Mark Wilson at 502-551-9619 or Stephen Guelda at 502-645-4550.


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Liquor License Application for 7405 and 7407 Fegenbush Lane

MAHANT SPIRITS FEGENBUSH LLC., 6712 ELMCROFT CIR, LOUISVILLE, KY 40241, Hereby declares intention(s) to apply for a NQ- Malt Beverage Package, Quota Retail Package, Sampling License, license(s) no later than January 10, 2025. The business to be licensed will be located at 7405 A & B, 7407-F FEGENBUSH LN, LOUISVILLE, KY, Kentucky 40228 doing business as CHEERS WINE & SPIRITS. The Members are as follows: MEMBER - UMANG PATEL OF 6712 ELMCROFT CIR, LOUISVILLE, KY 40241 MEMBER - KULDIPAK PATEL OF 142 WATERSIDE DR, ELIZABETHTOWN, KY 42701

Any person, association, corporation, or body politic, may protest the granting of the license.  There are two agencies which approve alcoholic beverage licenses, State ABC and Metro ABC. 

In this case letters must be received by February 13, 2025. 
The addresses are:

Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control
500 Mero Street 2 NE 33
Frankfort, KY 40601
Comments can be emailed to: abc.info@ky.gov

and

ABC Administrator Brad Silveria
Louisville Metro Codes & Regulations
444. S. 5th Street, Suite 200
Louisville, KY 40202


LIHEAP Winter Crisis Enrollment is Open

LIHEAP Winter 2025

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Winter Crisis enrollment is now available through Kentucky’s Community Action Network for eligible Kentucky households. Applications will be accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis through March 31, 2025, or until designated funds have been expended.

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.


February 10 - District Office Hours

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Councilman Hudson wants to meet you and hear what you want to see from Metro Government.  Stop by with any questions, concerns or comments. 

Next Meeting Date:

 Monday, February 10

5:00pm-6:00pm (Drop In)
6:00p-7:00pm (By Appointment)    

Central Government Center, 7201 Outer Loop

District Office Hours are the 2nd Monday of each month at the Central Government Center. 

Call 574-1123 or email Jeff.Hudson@louisvilleky.gov for more information. 


Join a Board or Commission

There are approximately 100 boards and commissions with many areas of interest, including business and economic development, land planning, parks and recreation, public health and public safety.

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If you are interested in volunteering for one of Louisville Metro Government's Boards and Commissions, now is the time to start. By being a part of a board or commission, you will offer your time and your talents to improve the quality of life in our community.

To learn more please visit Boards and Commission.


Crime Maps

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Always Remember to Lock Your Car and Remove All Valuables, it's the Easiest Way to Prevent Crime

Click Here to view LMPD's interactive crime mapping tool.   

 If you see crime occurring, please contact the Louisville Metro Police Department. Call 911 for emergencies. 
Call 502-574-7111 for non-emergency related assistance.

Call 574-LMPD to report crime tips