 I am focused on serving you! As your representative on the Metro Council, I am always ready to listen. Face-to-face interaction is important to me, and I value your opinion.
My district office is located at the Fairdale Playtorium (10616 W. Manslick Rd.) right behind the Fairdale library and in the same building as the County Clerk's Office. I hold regular office hours at the Fairdale Playtorium, Monday through Friday from 10 AM to 12 PM. I am also available by appointment if those times are not convenient for you. Please stop by and say hello.
Heavy rains forecast for Louisville this weekend will increase the chance of flooding. Ahead of each storm, MSD crews inspect drainage ditches and catch basins in areas that tend to flood to clear them of any debris that might block water from flowing through them. We also respond to citizen reports of clogged ditches and catch basins. Flooding and drainage problems should be reported to MSD Customer Service at 502-540-6000.
Our Flood Protection team is working 24 hours a day to monitor river levels and the levee system. Flood pumping stations designed to pump excess inland water into the Ohio River are activated at the Morris Forman Water Quality Treatment Center and at Paddy’s Run. Eight of the 150 floodgates are closed to prevent river water from coming into the city.
Motorists are reminded that they should not attempt to drive through flooded roads. Doing so can leave a vehicle stranded in floodwaters and put its occupants at risk of drowning. Turn around and take alternate routes instead.
Also, people should avoid contact with the Ohio River and other waterways for 48 hours after a heavy rain. That is because the stormwater can temporarily overflow the drainage system and carry untreated wastewater into the waterways. Providing slides from National Weather Service below:
    
Flooding is a possibility in the next the next couple of days, please be aware of road conditions.
REMEMBER…TURN AROUND, DON’T DROWN!
NEVER drive or walk through, standing or swiftly moving water!
Es posible que se produzcan inundaciones en los próximos días. Tenga cuidado con las condiciones de la carretera.
RECUERDE... ¡DÉ LA VUELTA, NO SE AHOGUE!
¡NUNCA conduzca ni camine a través de agua estancada o en rápido movimiento!
 Attention District 13 residents! Louisville Metro Government wants to hear from parents or guardians of children 0-8 years old about the types of childcare you currently use, barriers and challenges you have encountered obtaining childcare, and the type of childcare you prefer. The information gathered is completely anonymous and will help inform meaningful changes in childcare services. The survey will take less than 10 minutes to complete, and you can provide your input by following the link below.
https://surveys.iqsresearch.com/s3/zvxy
If you have any questions about the study, you are welcome to contact Vince Singer at IQS Research (vsinger@iqsresearch.com)
All events are 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. on a Saturday. Please do not arrive early. Vehicles waiting cause traffic backups.
March 22: Shawnee Park, 4501 W Broadway
April 5: UofL Shelby Campus, 440 N Whittington Pkwy
May 17: Sun Valley Park/Ashby Lane Baptist, 10401 Lower River Rd/6617 Ashby Ln
June 14: Doss High School, 7601 St Andrews Church Rd
July 19: Fern Creek Elementary/High Schools, 8815 Ferndale Rd
August 23: Metro Fleet Services, 3515 Newburg Rd
September 27: Sun Valley Park/Ashby Lane Baptist, 10401 Lower River Rd/6617 Ashby Ln
October 18: Metro Fleet Services, 3515 Newburg Rd
November 15: UofL Shelby Campus, 440 N Whittington Pkwy
Pop-Up Drop-Off events are popular and well attended! Follow these tips for your best experience:
Tip #1: Do not arrive early! All Pop-Up Drop-Off events start at 10 a.m. A line of vehicles causes traffic backups and prevents our equipment from entering.
Tip #2: Only bring sensitive documents to be shredded! The line for shredding is usually the longest. We have seen catalogs, paperback books, etc. being shredded, which is unnecessary and takes up valuable time.
Tip #3: Make sure no items are mixed with your documents! We've seen hammers, scissors, and toys mixed in with documents. These contaminants can break the shredding truck's equipment!
Tip #4: Try giving away usable items first! We see a LOT of decent items being trashed or recycled at our events. Some residents even offer these items to workers - staff is not allowed to keep items. Please try to donate or give away BEFORE coming to our waste and recycling event.
Tip #5: Loads of construction materials, lumber, and loose debris are NOT allowed! Take these loads to the Waste Reduction Center at 636 Meriwether Ave instead. Pop-Up Drop-Off events are very popular - please follow the rules so we can keep the line moving.
Tip #6: Separate your loads into the various categories! More can be recycled and the line moves faster when you are ready to offload your items at each station.
Tip #7: Check-in staff will ask for your zip code and which types of items you brought. We track this information so we can keep improving our events. Most residents bring large items, electronics, and documents for shredding. Other categories include metal (or mostly metal) items, tires, yard waste, household recyclables, prescription medication, and shoes.
Accepted Items:
- Up to 3 electronic items (recycled)
- Metal & appliances - no refrigerators, freezers, dehumidifiers or any items containing Freon (recycled)
- Up to 4 passenger tires (recycled)
- Household recyclables, follow curbside rules (recycled)
- Yard waste, follow curbside rules, wooden pallets (composted)
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Large household items (landfilled)
- Documents for shredding (recycled)
- Prescription medication (disposed properly)
- Gently used shoes will be collected for WaterStep - every 3 pairs of shoes collected provides safe water for 1 person for life!
Items must already be separated into categories for easy off-loading so as much can be recycled as possible.
Not Accepted:
- Garbage, loose debris (use curbside garbage collection or take to landfill)
- Concrete, bricks, rocks
- Construction debris (take to Waste Reduction Center, fees apply)
- Refrigerators, freezers, dehumidifiers, or items containing Freon (take to Waste Reduction Center or metal recycling facility)
- Latex paint (disposal information)
- Batteries, light bulbs, oil-based paint, varnishes, stains, and other household hazardous waste (take to Haz Bin)
- Tree trunks
- Boats, hot tubs
- Items from businesses
- Trailers greater than 10 feet in length (larger loads can be taken to the Waste Reduction Center)
Detailed list of acceptable items in each category (Every possible item is not listed, so use this list as a guide).
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At times, our office receives communications and/or phone calls expressing concerns regarding zoning changes. As you may be aware, Kentucky law requires the Planning Commission to hold public hearings to consider zoning change requests. The public hearings provide an opportunity for citizens to express their concerns.
Kentucky law also requires the Planning Commission to forward their recommendation, as part of the record, to the Metro Council. The record includes all letters, comments, testimony, etc., from proponents as well as opponents. Due process prohibits the Metro Council from considering anything not contained in the Planning Commission record or received after the date of the public hearing.
We encourage residents that have an interest in a zoning change to attend one of the public hearings, email comments to the Planning Commission Case Manager, or call the Planning Commission at 574-6230. In making the final decision, Council members may consider only the record made before the Planning Commission. All issues in the Planning Commission record will be carefully reviewed. Below is a step-by-step guide to the process a zoning case must go through. If you have any questions about the process, please call 574-1113 or email Lisa Ammon at Lisa.Ammon@louisvilleky.gov.
   
 Dear Neighbor,
I’m writing to inform you that New Hope ADHC has submitted a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) application for an Adult Day Health Care (ADHC) facility at 811 Mount Holly Rd.
ADHC provides daytime care, medical supervision, and therapeutic support for seniors and adults with disabilities, ensuring they receive care before returning home in the evening. It is not a residential facility and operates quietly during normal business hours.
We want to ensure you’re informed and have the opportunity to review the details.
Application Details:
- Address: 811 Mount Holly Rd, Fairdale, KY 40118
- Case Number: 24-CUPPA-0168
- Applicant: New Hope ADHC
- Case Manager: Amy Brooks, (502) 574-8215, brooks@louisvilleky.gov
Council District: 13
A neighborhood meeting will be held to discuss the proposal, though attendance is optional. Meeting Information:
Date: 02/24/2025
Time: 6 PM
Location: 811 Mount Holly Rd, Fairdale, KY
For any questions, feel free to contact us at (502) 715-9004 or admin@qualityseniorcare.org. You can also view the case file at Louisville Metro Planning & Design Services or call (502) 574-6230. We appreciate your time and consideration.
Sincerely, Kailash Pathak
Property Address: Mud Ln. Apartments, 3902 Mud Ln.
Case Number: 25-WAIVER-0005
A revised district development plan for a multi-family residential on 15.2 acres in the R6 zoning district.
For more information, please click HERE.
Property Address: Schooler Ave. Minor Plat, 5503 Schooler Ave.
Case Number: 25-MPLAT-0017
A minor subdivision plat to create 2 lots from 1 on 0.46 acres in the R-4 zoning district.
For more information, please click HERE.
Property Address: The Brickyard, 212 South Park Rd.
Case Number: 24-CAT3-0016
A revised district development plan for a multi-family residential on 15.2 acres in the R6 zoning district.
For more information, please click HERE.
To View the Full Report, Please Click HERE.
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 LIBA 20 Year Birthday Bash
Friday, February 21, 7pm-11pm
Headliners Music Hall (1386 Lexington Rd.)
Purchase tickets here.
Show up and glow up on Friday, February 21 as we celebrate 20 years of the Louisville Independent Business Alliance! This electrifying celebration of LIBA's 20th birthday will feature live music by Tony & The Tanlines, interactive art, light bites, a cash bar, and plenty of surprises. Tickets are on sale now! ($15 in advance, $20 day of show) Party with us as we honor two decades of supporting local businesses! Find out more at KeepLouisvilleWeird.com/BdayBash.
 Are you passionate about your neighborhood and ready to drive positive change? The Neighborhood Institute is a free, 12-week leadership education program designed to equip neighborhood leaders with the skills, resources, and connections needed to strengthen their communities.
📅 When: Tuesday, 6 PM – 8 PM (March 11 – May 27, 2025)
🎓 Graduation Celebration: May 29, 2025
📍 Where: Center For Neighborhoods Offices (1126 Berry Blvd, Suite 300)
🍽️ Bonus: Dinner is provided each week!
This opportunity is open to all neighborhoods, Metro Council Districts, and the entire community. Space is limited, and advance registration is required!
📌 Apply by 5:00 PM on February 27, 2024:
🔗 Apply Now
For more details, visit: Neighborhood Institute Info
Mayor Craig Greenberg and community partners will kick off the start of tax season Friday, January 31, with a press event announcing the start of free tax preparation assistance for eligible residents.
The Louisville Asset Building Coalition’s Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program provides trained, IRS-certified volunteers who offer free tax services at 15 sites across the city. VITA is available to individuals and families who earned less than $67,000 in 2024.
Since its launch in 2001, the VITA program has helped more than 154,000 Louisville tax filers. Last year, VITA volunteers processed more than 8,800 returns, adding more than $10 million to the local economy, including $3 million in Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) to residents.
“Our team of dedicated VITA volunteers has made a real difference for working families,” said Mayor Craig Greenberg. “People know they can trust the VITA tax experts to help them navigate the Earned Income Tax Credit and save money for important things like home ownership, a reliable new vehicle, or savings for college tuition.”
Mayor Greenberg thanked the many partner organizations that help hardworking families file their tax returns, including the Metro Office for Resilience and Community Services (RCS). Metro RCS connects tax filers to an array of financial empowerment services through its Office of Financial Empowerment, which leads the Louisville Financial Empowerment Center and the Tax Time Connect initiative with Bank On Louisville.
Eligible Louisville residents can make an appointment or visit any of these VITA sites for in-person free tax filing:
- Americana Community Center, 4801 Southside Dr.
- Bates Memorial Baptist Church, 728 East Lampton St.
- Edison Center, 701 W. Ormsby Ave., Ste 201
- Family Scholar House U of L, 403 Reg Smith Circle
- Family Scholar House Riverport, 3311 Cathe Dykstra Way
- Goodwill East Broadway Opportunity Center - 909 E. Broadway
- Goodwill South Louisville Opportunity Center - 6201 Preston Hwy.
- Louisville Urban League, 1535 W. Broadway
- Oldham County LaGrange Library, 308 Yager Avenue (LaGrange)
- Portland Promise Center, 1831 Baird St.
- Shively City Hall, 3920 Dixie Hwy.
- Vincent de Paul Family Success Center, 1029 S Preston Hwy.
- Sun Valley Community Center, 6505 Bethany Lane
- United Crescent Hill Ministries, 150 State St.
- Wesley House Community Services, 5114 Preston Hwy.
In addition to these sites, VITA volunteers will be operating mobile locations around the city:
- John Center, 700 E. Muhammad Ali Blvd. (open Jan. 31, April 4, and April 11 – 1pm-3pm)
- Facilities Management Services, 1500 Lytle St. (open Feb. 10, Feb. 24, and March 10 – 9am-noon)
- Goodwill West Louisville Opportunity Center - 2820 W. Broadway (open every Friday Feb. 7 through March 7, 10am-2pm)
- Family Scholar House, 1309 Catalpa St. (open March 15, 9am-5pm)
To schedule an appointment for in-person tax assistance, call 502-305-0005 or visit https://louisvillekyvita.cascheduler.com. For more details, including days and hours of drop off services, visit https://labcservices.org/.
Residents can also choose to have their taxes prepared at MyFreeTaxes.com, which provides a free self-file program offered in partnership by United Way Worldwide and TaxSlayer.
AARP Tax-Aide also provides free tax prep services, with special attention to people age 60 and older. AARP Tax-Aide sites will begin operating at eight sites in early February. For more information, visit http://www.aarp-tax-aide-lou.org.
The work of the Louisville Asset Building Coalition and the AARP Tax Assistance Program is made possible by Metro United Way, Louisville Metro Government, the IRS, the AARP Tax-Aide Foundation and dozens of other partners, and hundreds of volunteers.
 
 Mayor Craig Greenberg, Louisville Parks and Recreation, and Danny Wimmer Presents are excited to announce a multi-year partnership to bring an expanded lineup of events annually to the iconic Iroquois Amphitheater, the centerpiece of Iroquois Park. The collaboration launches with a fresh new logo, website, and branding, ushering in a dynamic lineup starting this spring that will feature an increased mix of new concerts and community events alongside cherished favorites like “Iroquois Amphitheater’s Classics Under The Stars” free movie series and the Jack O’Lantern Spectacular, with additional concerts and special events to be unveiled in the coming weeks and months.
2025 CONFIRMED EVENT LISTINGS AND TICKET INFORMATION:
- Cake, April 21 & 22 – on sale now
- Dwight Yoakam, April 25 – a very limited amount of Standing Room Only tickets for this sold-out event will go on sale Friday January 31 at Noon ET
- Just Announced! Yacht Rock Revue, May 1 – on sale this Friday January 31 at 10:00am ET
- Just Announced! Shine On Floyd: Tribute to Pink Floyd, May 8 - on sale this Friday January 31 at 10:00am ET
- Just Announced! Taylor Shines: The Laser Spectacular, May 9 - on sale this Friday January 31 at 10:00am ET
- Bonnie Raitt, May 10 - a very limited amount of Standing Room Only tickets for this sold-out event will go on sale Friday January 31 at Noon ET
- An Evening with Wilco, May 17 - a very limited amount of Standing Room Only tickets for this sold-out event will go on sale Friday January 31 at Noon ET
- Louisville Winds, May 18 – free community event
- Wallows – May 30 – on sale now
- Louisville Philharmonia, June 28 – free community event
- LIBA Buy Local Fair, July 13 – free community event
- Just Announced! Barenaked Ladies, July 29 - on sale date TBA
- Just Announced! Jazz Festival, August 1 & 2 - on sale this Friday January 31 at 10:00am ET
- Just Announced! Tom Keifer & LA Guns, August 28 - on sale Friday 2/7
- Three Dog Night & Little River Band, September 5 – on sale now
- Melissa Etheridge and Indigo Girls, September 23 - a very limited amount of Standing Room Only tickets for this sold-out event will go on sale Friday January 31 at Noon ET
- Hollywood Classics Under The Stars – May – September
- South End Community Market – Every Saturday – free community event
- Jack O’Lantern Spectacular – October 7-November 2 – park fundraiser presented by The Parks Alliance of Louisville, on sale later this year
Tickets for all shows can be purchased at www.IroquoisAmphitheater.com.
 The FY 26 External Agency Fund Grant Applications opened Friday, January 31, 2025, and will close March 3, 2025.
EAF grants provide critical funding to nonprofits serving Louisville’s diverse community needs. Once applications are submitted, they enter a competitive process and are scored by a panel based on impact and measurable outcomes.
Successful applicants’ proposals will be recommended for funding in the mayor’s FY 26 budget proposal to Metro Council.
Each of the following Louisville Metro agencies will administer the EAF Funds:
Office for Safe and Healthy Neighborhoods: Youth Engagement Services Funding
Office of Resilience and Community Services: Community Services Funding
Office of Arts + Creative Industries: Arts, Heritage, and Creative Industry Funding
A link to each agency’s application may be found at:
Louisville Metro Government External Agency Fund
 Southwest Community Ministries
2025 Giving Back Gala
Saturday, March 1, 2025
5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Angel’s Envy Bourbon Room inside L & N Stadium
2800 S. Floyd Street, Louisville, KY 40209
Southwest Community Ministries will host their annual Giving Back Gala. We are raising money to continue to provide a hand up to our neighbors in crisis. The Mission of Southwest Community Ministries is to "Unite Community Partners to fulfill the needs of our neighbors in crisis". We do this through our food pantry which serves an average of 700 individuals each month, Our Emergency Financial Assistance program which provides utility and rental assistance to an average of 40 households each month, our Meals on Wheels programming keeping over 90 homebound seniors fed each week, and our Children's Programing assure that over 300 of the children in our community have what they need to learn play and grow each year.
Our Gala is from 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm with cocktails, dinner, silent auction, raffles, wine & bourbon pull, dancing, and community engagement. Admission is $100 or if you purchase before January 31st, you can take advantage of an Early Bird special of $85 per ticket. You can also support the event by becoming a sponsor. There are different levels of sponsorship providing you the opportunity to get a table and advertisement for your company.
Help the Southwest Community Ministries by supporting this event and helping connect people and businesses together, to grow and better their lives.
Purchase of tickets, sponsorship, and online silent auction are available online at tinyurl.com/2025swcmgala
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
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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 Commission
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