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District 24 Legislative Assistant, Heather Blazis, Honoree Timarsean Rogers and District 2 Councilwoman, Barbara Shanklin
The Administration at Southern High School describes Timarsean as one of the hardest-working individuals at school. He is a peer leader in the classroom, supporting students with different abilities and a dedicated volunteer through Men of Quality.
In addition to excelling academically, he is a talented student athlete, participating in both football and baseball. His entrepreneurial spirit lead him to create his own fashion brand, Lokane, in the 10th grade. Now, as the brand enters the sample phase, he's seeing his dream come to life.
He plans to attend Kentucky State University or another HBCU this fall, where he will mayor in business. Congratulations and good luck in all future endeavors.
Please join me in congratulating Officer Alec Bosley and Officer Peyton Nolley for being selected by the Sixth Division Advisory Board as the Officers of the Month for January.
On January 12, 2025, Officers Bosley and Nolley were dispatched to the 4900 block of Red Oak Lane on a report of shots fired at a residence. A juvenile victim of the residence advised officers the known suspects face-timed her and threatened her to come outside, but when she refused, the suspects began firing at the victim's house. Approximately 19, .40 caliber casings were recovered and photographed from the scene. Upon further investigation, officers were able to identify the suspects and their address, which was located in the 7th Division. Officers Bosley and Nolley coordinated with 7th Division officers to locate and detain the 4 juvenile suspects at the target residence and were also able to locate the suspect vehicle involved.
The owner of the suspect vehicle admitted to driving the suspects to the Red Oak location, and observed two of the male suspects fire shots at the house, before dropping them off in an area near their residence. LMPD's K9 Unit responded and located one of the firearms utilized and officers later recovered the second firearm during a secondary search. All 5 suspects were transported and lodged into their respective facilities.
The heroic and dedicated actions of Officer Bosley and Nolley should not go unrecognized. Their work ethic and dedication to duty is unmatched. Just during their tour of duty, Officers Bosley and Nolley were able to conduct and complete an investigation stemming from a dispatched run, which entailed coordination between multiple divisions and units to apprehend the suspects. They brought closure to a petrified family with small children who had their safety and security ripped from them inside their own home. Because of the officers actions, this family is able to trust LMPD and the 6th Division have their back against criminal activity. These two officers employ the standards put forth by the Louisville Metro Police Department, and are worthy of recognition.
Meet Councilwoman Mulvey-Woolridge at the Bon Air Library on March 8th and the newly added location at the Fairdale Library on March the 22nd.
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 question(s). After a brief introduction of elected officials and special guests, a trained facilitator will direct your questions to officials for comment and discussion.
All Café LOUIE meetings begin at 9:00 a.m. Stick around after the event for additional programming available at some branch locations, register to vote with the League of Women Voters, sign up to be a Friend of the Library, or just visit your local branch and check out a good book!
Louisville Metro Government invites job seekers to an exciting career event on Tuesday, March 18, at Louisville Slugger Field (501 East Main Street), 10:00a.m. - 3:00p.m.
This is an opportunity to discover endless career paths, competitive benefits, and a workplace where growth and change are encourages. Don’t miss this chance to learn how a career in public service can make a difference.
They’re sent out for missing persons, severe weather, traffic disruptions, chemical spills and more, and can reach cell phones, landlines and email inboxes. LENSAlerts are separate from the Integrated Public Alert and Warning System, a national alert system that can reach devices without enrollment for select emergencies, like AMBER Alerts.
Associated Smart911 profiles can be edited during or after enrollment online to include as much or as little personal and household information as desired, to provide to 911 operators during emergencies. This can include photos of family members or medical information, for example.
Are you between the ages of 16 and 21? SummerWorks offers an incredible opportunity to gain valuable job experience while earning a paycheck.
Through this program, you'll develop professional skills, explore career pathways, and even secure a job that aligns with your education and future goals. Don't miss this chance to build your resume and take a step toward a successful career.
The annual pothole blitz kicked off this week! They are seeing exponentially more potholes right now than they typically have in the past several years because of record breaking amounts of snow fall and freezing for an extended period this snow season. They are prioritizing filling potholes on major roadways (high volume/high speed – like Shelbyville road and Dixie Hwy), roadways that have excessive potholes, and responding to potholes submitted to 311.
Please be vigilant when driving
1. Stay Alert! Keep an eye on the road ahead and watch for potholes.
2. Maintain a Safe Distance. Leave enough space between you and the car ahead so you have time to react to potholes.
3. Slow Down! If you can’t avoid a pothole, reduce your speed before hitting it. Hitting a pothole at high speed increases the impact force.
4. Avoid Sudden Braking. Braking hard just before hitting a pothole can push the front of your car down, making the impact worse.
5. Keep Tires Properly Inflated. Underinflated or overinflated tires are more vulnerable to damage. Check your tire pressure regularly.
Report a pothole through Metro311. Choose "Pothole" and enter the address along with a description if needed.
The Louisville Zoo Walking Club is reopening with a new name and new way to join! Through October 31, participants are invited to walk the Zoo before regular hours and watch as the Zoo wakes up during this free program. Entry is from 8:00 to 9:15 a.m., with exit by 9:30 a.m.
Membership to the Zoo is not required to enroll in the Walking Club. Walkers must simply register in person at the Zoo’s entrance before their first walk. Registration is available daily during program hours. After registering, members will receive a Walking Club membership card for quick entry on future visits.
The one-mile, paved walking loop includes both flat areas and hilly terrain, with directional signs to keep walkers on track. Walkers enter at the front gate and are checked in by a Zoo staff member.
Zoo exhibits, concessions, rentals, and other services are not open during Walking Club hours. If walkers wish to see the animals, they must re-enter the Zoo via the front gate at 10 a.m. with a paid admission receipt or Zoo membership. See more information at louisvillezoo.org/walk.
Have you ever seen the view from the Iroquois Park’s North Overlook?
Louisville Parks and Recreation opens the gate to Uppill Road on the 2nd Saturday and Sunday of the month, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., March-November. Each date is weather dependent. 2025 dates are below.
The sun is shining, birds are singing, and flowers rise to greet you. At least, that’s the feeling you’ll get at the Frazier History Museum’s Spring Free Family Day presented by Kosair for Kids! Join them for hands-on learning and family fun, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. with free museum admission and a bounty of spring-themed crafts, activities, and performances. Our guests will include Waterfront Park, Louisville Grows, Rhythm Science Sound, and more. Ramiro’s food truck will be on site, and the Frazier staff will lead craft tables and even an April Fools’ Day workshop to get you ready to play the perfect practical joke.
This event will be tailored to those with sensory processing sensitivity—sound and light levels will be controlled for ease of transition and special activities will allow for hands-on interaction with materials. The word of the day is patience. All are welcome and invited to be understanding of the differences that make us all unique.
The Metro Council met on February 27 and addressed a number of zoning cases, regulatory policy changes and contract reviews. The following is a summary of some of the more consequential items voted on as part of the meeting.
Rental Registry Adjusted: Amended the Louisville Metro Code of Ordinances related to the Registry of Rental Properties. The action taken by the Metro Council eliminates annual re-registration and removes the requirement for inspections for properties not involved in a complaint. The ordinance also sought to remove the posting of personal contact information online as well as other adjustments to eliminate unnecessary regulations for property owners. (O-055-25)
Lead Paint Testing: Amended Chapter 156 of the Louisville Metro Code of Ordinances related to lead based hazards and repealing LMCO Chapter 167. This ordinance eliminated requirements for testing and repeated testing for properties in Louisville that haven’t been linked to positive lead exposure tests. The ordinance would remove the requirement for retesting properties that undertake permanent lead mitigation and seeks to improve testing for those persons who are tested as being exposed to lead by the Metro Health Department. (O-056-25)
Kurz Way Zoning Denial: The Metro Council Unanimously voted to support the Planning Commissions denial of a zoning change proposal for property located at 1600 Kurz Way (O-052-26)
E Manslick Road Zoning Approval: The Metro Council Unanimously approved an ordinance approving a zoning change for property located at 4603 East Manslick Road (O-050-25)
Code Violations Citation Improvement: Approved a change in Chapter 156 of the Metro Code of Ordinances related to Code Violations. The Change will allow Metro Code Enforcement to enforce violations of the Land Develo0pment Code related to exterior property violations. (O-044-25)
NULU Overlay: Approved amendments to the NULU Review Overlay District as set forth in Chapter 162. (O-027-25)
This is a committee week for the Metro Council. The next regularly scheduled meeting of the full Metro Council is scheduled for March 13, 2025.
