District 23 Update - February 7, 2025

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601 West Jefferson Street
Louisville, KY  40202
502.574.1123

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Fern Creek Highview United Ministries Announcements 

FCHUM

Our major fundraising event of the year the Trivia Night is set for Saturday, March 15th.  We would greatly appreciate your consideration of a donation for our auction to help us with our fundraising efforts to support our Adult Day Care Health Center and the Individual & Family Assistance Center. We hope we can count on your support again this year.  It is generous people like you that make this event, our major fundraiser of the year, a success.

Learn how you can help:
FCHUM Sponsorship Letter
FCHUM Sponsorship Agreement
March 15 Trivia Night

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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. 


One Upon an Orchestra

Once Upon and Orhestra

LFPL and the Louisville Orchestra are pleased to announce the fourth season of Once Upon an Orchestra, touring to all LFPL locations through October 2024 through March 2025. Families are invited to join LO ensembles for these fun, interactive musical storytelling performances. The tour will include past favorites, as well as new stories and songs. We’ll even make instruments from recycled materials so you can play along during the performance!

Visit lfpl.org/orchestra for more information.

       

Sat, 02/15/2025

2:00 PM

South Central Regional

The Very Hungry Caterpillar

Thu, 02/20/2025

6:00 PM

Shawnee

Llama Destroys the World

Wed, 03/19/2025

11:00 AM

Southwest Regional

If You Give a Mouse a Cookie

Tue, 03/25/2025

10:30 AM

Crescent Hill

The Very Hungry Caterpillar

Sat, 03/29/2025

10:30 AM

Jeffersontown

Bunny's Book Club


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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


JCPS Seeks Public Input for Superintendent Search

JCPS Superintendent Search

JCPS Superintendent Search Survey


FY26 External Agency Fund Grants - Applications Now Open

EAF FY26

External Agency Fund (EAF) grants are a critical initiative by Louisville Metro Government to support local organizations that deliver essential services and programs across our community.

The grants are specifically designed to address critical needs, including social services, youth development, and arts and culture. 

  1. Community Services Funding: Supports agencies providing homelessness prevention and mitigation as well as essential services that enhance the quality of life for residents, particularly those addressing basic needs and promoting self-sufficiency. For more information, visit the Community Services Grant Page.

  2. Arts + Creative Industries Funding: Funds organizations that contribute to the cultural vitality of Louisville through arts, heritage, and creative industry initiatives. For more information, visit the Arts + Creative Industries Grant Page.

  3. Youth Engagement Services (YES!) Funding: Aims to assist programs dedicated to violence reduction and the development and well-being of the city’s youth, fostering positive growth and opportunities. For more information, visit the YES! Grant Page.

The EAF programs operate through competitive grant processes, ensuring that public funds are allocated responsibly to organizations that demonstrate the ability to make a meaningful impact. Through these grants, Louisville Metro Government seeks to strengthen partnerships with community organizations and invest in programs that promote stability, growth, and opportunity. 


Neighborhood Institute Now Accepting Applications

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The Neighborhood Institute is a leadership education program designed to equip neighborhood leaders with the skills and resources needed to initiate positive change in the community through their neighborhood, homeowner, and condo associations.

Classes meet every Tuesday, 6 pm - 8 pm at Center For Neighborhoods Offices (1126 Berry Blvd. Suite 300), for 11 consecutive weeks (March 11, 2025 – May 27, 2025), with a Graduation Celebration on May 27th.

Dinner is provided each week. Attendance is free, but space is limited, and advance registration is required. Applications will be accepted through 5:00 pm on February 27th, 2024. 

The Lucille Leggett Neighborhood Institute Spring 2025 is open to all neighborhoods, Metro Council Districts, and the whole community. 

To apply for the 12-week program: Neighborhood Institute Application

For more information: Neighborhood Institute


LMPD is Hiring

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Learn more lmpdjobs.com


Join a Board or Commission

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.

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 Commissions.


Crime Maps

 

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

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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