In this Issue
Hello Neighbors and Friends,
Spring is just around the corner, bringing longer days, warmer weather, and new opportunities to get outside and enjoy the beauty of our community. As we navigate an ever-changing political climate and other distractions, I encourage you to take time for yourself—do something fulfilling, spend time with loved ones, and embrace activities that bring you joy and peace.
One of the greatest privileges of serving as your Metro Council representative is getting to know you, learning about your incredible contributions, and celebrating the positive impact you make in our community. Last week, during the Metro Council’s annual Black History Month Program, I had the honor of recognizing one of our very own, Mr. Audwin Helton, for his outstanding achievements and service.
Mr. Helton’s journey is inspiring—starting as a Cartographer for the Defense Mapping Agency and eventually leading the Louisville Field Office of what is now the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency. Taking a leap of faith, he pursued his dream by establishing Spatial Data Integrations, Inc., a company that thrived for 30 years, pioneering software applications and geospatial mapping solutions.
Beyond his business success, Mr. Helton is deeply committed to education, mentorship, and community service. He serves on multiple boards, including the U.S. Bank Advisory Board, University of Louisville’s President’s Council, and Evolve502, to name a few. He is a proud member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. and Sigma Pi Phi Fraternity. He and his wife, Rae, have generously supported higher education, creating the Audwin and Rae Helton Geographic Information Systems Laboratory at the University of Louisville and establishing a Charitable Trust Endowment at their alma mater, North Carolina Central University.
We are fortunate to have outstanding individuals like Mr. Helton in District 7, and I look forward to continuing to recognize and celebrate the amazing people who make our community great. If you know someone whose contributions deserve recognition, I would love to hear about them!
Enjoy the change in seasons, stay engaged, and keep making a difference.
Councilwoman McCraney and Mr. Audwin Helton.
At our Metro Council Meeting, held on Thursday evening, Councilman Markus Winkler from District 17, introduced Elshama Ganza, a student from Zachary Taylor Elementary School, who served as a page. Mr. Ganza is a resident of District 7, and his school is located in District 17.
The primary duty of a page for the meeting is to sit at a desk in the well of the council chamber and watch to see if a council member or the council clerk needs assistance. A task of a page could be delivering a written message from one council member to another. Another task is delivering ordinance documents from the council clerk to the council president for signing. As a page, students get a hands-on glimpse into how their local government functions.
Thank you, Elshama, for serving as a page. You were great!
The Louisville Metro Council held its regularly scheduled Council meeting Thursday, February 27, 2025.The next Metro Council meeting is Thursday, March 13th, at 6:00 p.m.
Click here for a video recap of the Metro Council meeting.
To watch the Council meeting and access the agenda and related attachments, click HERE.
To see all meetings on Facebook Live, go to the Metro Council Facebook page by clicking here. To watch Metro Council meetings live on YouTube, you can visit the Louisville MetroTV channel by clicking here,
The public can also view all council and committee meetings on Metro TV, Spectrum Cable Channel 184, or on UVERSE at Channel 99. Proceedings are live-streamed from the Metro Council Clerk’s Archived Media page here.
For additional information or questions, you can reach the Metro Council Clerk’s Office at (502) 574-3902.
This sign is located in the median at Westport Road and Washburn Ave. A call to the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet will get the sign fixed.
March 1 through October 31, 2025!
Daily: 8 – 9:15 a.m. (exit by 9:30 a.m.)
Join us at the Louisville Zoo starting this March for a morning walk on the wild side! The one-mile paved walker’s loop at the Louisville Zoo combines flat areas and hills along with the sights and sounds of the Zoo as it wakes up.
Enjoy a leisurely stroll in a beautiful, calming environment or step it up to a quicker pace for a challenging twist. Strollers are welcome, but are not available for rental. Directional signs will help keep you on track!
Enter at the Front Gate. All walkers must exit by 9:30 a.m.
Click here for more information.
Currently there have been no confirmed cases of measles in Jefferson County.
“We are sharing this information to educate our community about the measles situation in our country and abroad. We also want to remind people that we have a very effective vaccine that can prevent measles infection and its spread,” said Dr. Kris Bryant, Associate Medical Director at the Louisville Metro Department of Public Health and Wellness (LMPHW) and the Pediatric Infectious Disease Specialist at Norton Children’s.
One person infected with measles can spread it to nine out of 10 unvaccinated people.
Measles can cause severe health outcomes, including pneumonia, inflammation of the brain and death, especially in people who are unvaccinated.
People who receive an MMR vaccination, according to the U.S. vaccination schedule, are usually considered protected for life against measles and rubella.
Learn how to cut your utility bills year-round at the All About Insulation workshop on March 15. Bring questions and photos of your home, preferably attic and roof shots. The workshop will be held at the Highlands-Shelby Park Library and begins at 2 p.m.
Registration is requested by scanning the code above.
The Office of Planning is preparing for the 2025 Zoning Matters Conversation series at the libraries, with 12 total events scheduled throughout the year. This is a great opportunity for residents and community members to connect with city planners, ask questions about zoning and development policies, and get more information about the ongoing Land Development Code (LDC) Reform process, including ways to increase housing opportunity. There are a few upcoming dates near District 7 this spring:
Crescent Hill Library on Tuesday, March 18th from 3 – 7 PM
Northeast Regional Library on Tuesday, April 15th from 3- 7 PM
Recently, naloxboxes were installed outside of all 21 Louisville Fire stations and at the fire department location in Shively, giving people access to naloxone 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Naloxone, also known by the brand name Narcan, is an opioid overdose reversal medication that saves lives.
According to Kentucky’s Drug Overdose Fatality Report, nearly 500 Jefferson County residents died from a drug overdose in 2023.
TARC and Olmsted Parks Conservancy are calling for submissions to the 25th annual Design-a-Bus contest. Local students are invited to submit artwork focused on the theme, “Cultivating Healthy Neighborhoods.” This year, students are being asked to visit their local park or an outdoor space and think about ways they can improve the health of their community, then submit an illustration reflecting that idea or experience.
Entries should be in marker, crayon, or paint on 11” x 17” white paper, or created digitally with the same dimensions, and submitted as a JPG or PDF file. Entries will be judged on visual appeal, creativity, originality, and message. All artwork must be produced by the students themselves. Artificial Intelligence (AI) generated artwork is not allowed. For questions or additional information email designabus@ridetarc.org.
This year’s entry deadline is Friday, March 14, 2025.
Please click title below to complete entry form and upload file for artwork. Both completed entry form and artwork must be submitted to be included in the contest.
TARC 25th Annual Design-a-Bus Contest entry form - TARC
Daylight Saving Time
When local standard time reaches 2:00 am
Sunday, March 9, 2025, clocks & timepieces need to be advanced one-hour forward due to the beginning of daylight saving time.
Sunrise and sunset will be about 1 hour later on March 9, 2025, than the previous day. There will be more light in the evening and less light in the morning.
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The 2025 Ancient Order of Hibernians (AOH) St. Patrick’s Parade will be held on Saturday, March 8, 2025. Each year, the Louisville Hibernians put together, with the wonderful help of all of our “Irish” friends, the greatest parade of ALL TIME. The parade begins at 3PM.
KMAC Contemporary Art Museum
715 West Main Street, Louisville, KY
Saturday, March 15, 2025
10am-12 noon
$38 per person, $30 for members
In this workshop, participants will learn traditional hand embroidery and explore the process of designing with thread. Participants will learn multiple stitches and start working on their own embroidery sampler. Then, learn how to transfer designs onto fabric. Participants can create their own design or pick from a variety of pre-made patterns to begin their embroidery artwork. This workshop is perfect for beginners or anyone looking to be creative and spend time with friends. Snacks and libations will be provided. To register please click on the title below.
Hand Embroidery Adult Workshop | KMAC Museum
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