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It is an honor to serve you as your Metro Councilman. Many of you know me from my years representing Fern Creek and the surrounding communities as your State Representative. Now, I am excited to continue my service at the local level, working alongside you to make Fern Creek the very best place to live, work, and raise a family.
Fern Creek holds a special place in my heart. As someone deeply connected to this community, I understand the issues that matter most to you – safe neighborhoods, thriving local businesses, strong schools, and a community we can all be proud to call home. My focus is on fostering collaboration, transparency, and smart planning to ensure our area grows while preserving its unique charm and character.
Together, we can build on Fern Creek’s strengths and address the challenges we face with determination and vision. I encourage you to share your thoughts, ideas and concerns with me. Your voice is vital in shaping the future of our community, and I am committed to being accessible and accountable to you.
Thank you for the trust you have placed in me. Let’s work together to make Fern Creek the shining example of what every community in Kentucky can aspire to be.
Sincerely,
Kevin D. Bratcher
Louisville Metro Council, District 22
For information about District 22, please visit...
https://louisvilleky.gov/government/metro-council-district-22
As a member of the Louisville Metro Council, my role is defined in the law to listen to the record and gain knowledge of all zoning issues being discussed in the Metro (including my district). These cases ultimately come before the Metro Council and I will be one of the 26 members who make the final vote on the issue; therefore, during any stage of the process until the Planning Commission makes its decision, I am unable to provide public comments or express an opinion. If I as a Councilmember, make any such prior engagement in the development of the record or any indication of a position, I could be disqualified from voting on the matter when it reaches the full Council.
I encourage all interested parties to actively participate in the process by sharing thoughts and concerns with the planning staff, either in person or through written communication. You can make written comments by filling out this form (make sure you put in the Case Number):
https://louisvilleky.gov/government/planning-design-services-public-comment-form
If you have any questions about the planning and zoning process for a particular case, feel free to call my office at 502-574-1122.
Kevin D. Bratcher
Louisville Metro Council, District 22
8915 Old Bardstown Road (Case 24-ZONE-0113) and 11401 Race Road (Case 24-ZONE-0115) were both passed by the Planning Commission on Thursday, February 6th. This completes the public record that will be the basis for Metro Council review and action in the following 30-90 days.
8803, 8805 and 8807 Old Bardstown Road (Case 24-ZONE-0105) is scheduled for the Land Development & Transportation Committee on Thursday, February 13th. The review by LD&T is typically to verify that the technical aspects of the proposal are in place for an upcoming Planning Commission review and decision. It is our understanding that the proposal is for a Goodwill store and 3 neighboring unspecified stores. For more information about the nature of this proposal and how to participate in the meeting or otherwise comment for the public record, contact Case Manager Molly Clark (molly.clark@louisvilleky.gov or 502-574-8656).
9413 and 9417 Old Bardstown Road (Case 24-CUP-0270) is scheduled for the Board of Zoning Adjustment on Monday, February 17th, while this location's (Case 24-DDP-0084) is scheduled for the Development Review Committee on Wednesday, February 19th. It is our understanding that this location is already zoned C1 and the proposed use is a medical clinic/surgery center. For more information about the nature of this proposal and how to participate in the meeting or otherwise comment for the public record, contact Case Manager Molly Clark (molly.clark@louisvilleky.gov or 502-574-8656).
9300 & 9308 Old Bardstown Road, 10313 & 10311 R Thixton Lane, Parcel ID 066600250000 (Case 24-ZONE-0088) is scheduled for the Planning Commission on Thursday, February 20th. This will review a change in zoning from R-4 mostly to R-5 Single Family Residential and a portion to PRD (Planned Residential Development). For more information about the nature of this proposal and how to participate in the meeting or otherwise comment for the public record, contact Case Manager Dante St. Germain (dante.st.germain@louisvilleky.gov).
9911 & 10019 Wingfield Road (Case 25-ZONEPA-0005) is scheduled for a Neighborhood Meeting at 6 PM on Tuesday, February 25th at the Fern Creek Community Center (6104 Bardstown Road). For more information about the nature of this proposal and how to participate in the meeting or otherwise comment for the public record, contact Case Manager Molly Clark (molly.clark@louisvilleky.gov or 502-574-8656).
REMINDER: One beneficial and convenient way for you to share your thoughts on a case (to be part of the public record) is to use this form.
 The fence is up and the construction trailer is on site! Activity has begun for the new Fern Creek Library!
Library officials have projected the date of opening to be October/November 2026.
Councilman Bratcher recently met with Robert Lush, the coordinator of Metro's Clean Collaborative Crew. Mr. Lush followed up to let us know that, weather dependent, an Another Way crew of Goodwill is scheduled to collect the litter around the Cedar Springs Shopping Center on Thursday or whenever possible soon thereafter. Thank you, Robert and the Goodwill "Another Way" crew!
Once this is done, let's keep the area litter-free!
A summary from Goodwill of January 2025 Another Way activities is as follows:
Per requests from Nicole George and others, participants spent the month clearing driveways and walkways for the elderly. Their efforts allowed seniors to attend doctor’s appointments, visit grocery stores, and take care of other essential needs. The elderly were incredibly grateful, and the participants found it deeply rewarding to give back to the community.
Even more exciting, 17 participants secured full-time jobs with companies such as Goodwill (2), UPS, Carlisle Chicken, PSC Industries, AutoCar Parts, Lee’s Chicken, Speedway, Adecco, Cardinal Aluminum, TechStyle, ESI/Meta (Electrician), Sterns Warehouse, Tenant Companies, YUM Center, The Healing Place, and Thornton’s.
This work is truly life-changing for everyone. Thank You!
The Jefferson County Board of Education seeks your input as they search for a new superintendent. Dr. Pollio is retiring this summer, and the board wants to hear what qualities and priorities you desire in the next leader. Take the survey and make your voice heard.
Deadline: February 14, 2025
JCPS Superintendent Search Survey
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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
 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!
The remaining events (in March 2025) are at the Southwest Regional, Crescent Hill and Jeffersontown libraries. Visit lfpl.org/orchestra for more information.
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