District 20 eNewsletter - March 17, 2025

Stuart Benson Metro Council District 20 eNewsletter
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Councilman Stuart Benson
601 West Jefferson Street
Louisville, KY 40202
502.574.1120
Legislative Assistant

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NEW DISTRICT 20 INTERACTIVE ZONING MAP!

See zoning cases in District 20 on our on Interactive Zoning Map!

***This map is best viewed on a desktop or laptop for all information to display properly.***

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In This Week's Issue...


Taylorsville Road/S Pope Lick Signal Update

Taylorsville Road/S Pope Lick Signal Update

We received word today from KYTC that they plan on having the signal at the intersection of Taylorsville Road and S Pope Lick before school starts this fall.


Transportation Cabinet Reschedules Public Meeting for KY 55 (Taylorsville Road) and KY 155 (Taylorsville Lake Road) Improvements in Spencer and Jefferson Counties

 

Public invited to review and comment on preliminary roadway designs

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (March 3, 2025) The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) has rescheduled the public meeting for the KY 55 (Taylorsville Road) and KY 155 (Taylorsville Lake Road) highway improvement project in Spencer and Jefferson Counties. Initially set for Feb. 20 but postponed due to winter weather, the meeting will now take place on Tuesday, March 18.

The highway improvement project will address increasing traffic demands driven by significant population shifts from urban areas to suburban and rural communities while enhancing safety, reducing congestion, and increasing capacity along the nine-mile corridor. The project corridor extends from KY 55 (Taylorsville Road) at KY 1169 in Spencer County to KY 155 (Taylorsville Lake Road) near KY 148 in Jefferson County.

The meeting will be an open house event (no formal presentation) held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Spencer County High School, 520 Taylorsville Road, Taylorsville, Ky. Those who are interested may drop in at any time to review the preliminary designs, receive handouts containing project information, and fill out comment sheets. Representatives from KYTC and the engineering design consultant will be in attendance to answer questions.

An online survey will be made available following the public meeting. The final design phase will take place over the next year after the consideration of public feedback.

All written comments will become part of the official meeting record. Once compiled, the meeting record and supporting documentation will be made available for review and copying only after an Open Records Request has been received and approved. All Open Records Requests must be submitted to the Transportation Cabinet, Office of Legal Services, Transportation Office Building (200 Metro St, Frankfort, KY 40622), or via kytc.openrecords@ky.gov.

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if anyone has a disability and requires accommodations, please notify Morgan Woodrum at KYTC no later than Friday, March 14. Please call (502) 764-0481 or mail your request to the KYTC District 5 Office, 8310 Westport Road, Louisville, Ky., 40242. Additionally, in compliance with Title VI, translation services are also offered upon request.


You are Invited to do Science!

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Louisville Metro Planning & Zoning Weekly Activity Report

25-MPLAT-0025 16600 Bradbe Road Minor Plat Revision 16650 BRADBE RD 03/04/2025 03/19/2025 20 Amy Brooks A minor plat to shift property lines on 83 acres in the R4 zoning district

24-MPLAT-0167 Dry Ridge Rd Plat 16630 DRY RIDGE RD 40299 12/16/2024 03/19/25 20 Drake Watson A minor plat to shift the property lines between 2 tracts on 20.5 acres in the R-4 zoning district.



Shakespeare in the Park on Mother's Day!

Mark your calendar for May 11th, 2025.   

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Step into Wellness with the New Louisville Zoo Walking Club Free registration at the Zoo daily from 8 - 9:15 a.m.

 

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (February 27, 2025) – The Louisville Zoo Walking Club is reopening with a new name and new way to join! From March 1 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 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.

More information at louisvillezoo.org/walk.

Zoo Hours

The Zoo is open daily year-round. Now through March 14, 2025, hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., with guests exiting by 5 p.m. Beginning March 15, 2025, Zoo hours will be 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (enjoy until 6 p.m.). The Zoo is closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day. Visit louisvillezoo.org for more information.

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The Louisville Zoo, the State Zoo of Kentucky, is the top, non-profit, paid attraction in the state. The Zoo is dedicated to bettering the bond between people and our planet by providing excellent care for animals, a great experience for visitors, and leadership in scientific research and conservation education. The Zoo is a member of the World Association of Zoos and Aquariums (WAZA) which is a global alliance of zoos and aquariums. The Zoo is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA).


Notice of Public Meeting (2800 S English Station Rd)

Notice of Public Meeting (2800 S English Station Rd)

You are invited to attend a review for a modified conditional use permit for an athletic facilty.


Subject Property (Propiedad Sujeta): 2800 S. English Station Rd
Case Number (Número de Caso): 25-MCUP-0001
Case Manager (Administradora de Casos): Mark Pinto (mark.pinto@louisvilleky.gov)
Meeting Type (Tipo de Reunión): Board pf Zoning Adjustment
Meeting Date (Fecha de la Reunión): MARCH 17, 2025
Time (Tiempo): Meeting will begin at 1:00 PM and continue until all
cases are heard
Location (Ubicación de Reunión): 514 W Liberty Street, 40202 (OLD JAIL BUILDING)
Participation at the Land Development & Transportation (LD&T) Committee:


https://louisvilleky.gov/government/office-planning/upcoming-public-meetings
To view all case documents, visit https://aca-prod.accela.com/LJCMG or:
Louisville Metro Office of Planning
444 S. 5th Street, 3rd Floor, Louisville, KY 40202
(Hours: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM)
Phone: (502) 574-6230 Question? Ask our staff!
Persons who desire special accommodations, including translation or interpretation


Vietnam Veterans Day Celebration Event

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Mark Your Calendars for the 2025 Pop-Up Drop Off Events

2025 Pop-Up Drop-Off Schedule 

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)
  • 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)

ZONING MATTERS CONVERSATION SERIES RETURNS TO LIBRARIES IN 2025!

The Office of Planning’s Library Hours (Zoning Matters: Conversations with a City Planner) return in 2025! City Planners from Louisville Metro’s Office of Planning will be available to answer questions about zoning (What is zoning? Why does it matter?) and discuss the ongoing LDC Reform project, including changes to increase housing opportunities throughout the city. We want to hear about your neighborhood and discuss what the reform means for you! Visit our website for more information at www.louisvilleky.gov/ldcreform.

LIBRARY BRANCH

DATE

CONVERSATION TIME

     

Crescent Hill

Tuesday, March 18

3 – 7 PM

Parkland

Tuesday, April 1

3 – 7 PM

Northeast Regional

Tuesday, April 15

3 – 7 PM

Fairdale

Tuesday, May 6

3 – 7 PM

Main Library

Tuesday, May 20

3 – 7 PM

Shawnee

Tuesday, June 3

3 – 7 PM

Iroquois

Tuesday, August 5

3 – 7 PM

South Central Regional

Tuesday, August 19

3 – 7 PM

Bon Air

Tuesday, Sept 2

3 – 7 PM

Newburg

Tuesday, Sept 16

3 – 7 PM

Southwest Regional

Tuesday, Sept 30

3 – 7 PM

These conversations are part of the ongoing Land Development Code (LDC) Reform. The LDC Reform is an equity focused approach to revise the LDC consistently with Plan 2040 to allow for increased housing choices and opportunities in new and existing neighborhoods, to create procedures and regulations that are easier to use and increase the quality of life by reducing the concentration of environmental hazards near housing.

 

If you have questions or want to learn more, contact ldcreform@louisvilleky.gov or (502) 574-8272



Upcoming Paving Projects

Paving Projects

Over the next two weeks, the paving contractors plan to pave the following roadways (weather dependent): 

  • Lakemont Ct from Stone Lakes Dr to dead end
  • Broadripple Pl from Stone Lakes Dr to dead end
  • Lakelet Way from Broadripple Pl to dead end
  • Lake Spring Dr from Pleasant Glen Dr to Stone Lakes Dr
  • Pleasant Glen Dr from Taylorsville Rd to Windy Haven Way
  • Stillwater Ct from Stone Lakes Dr to dead end
  • Willow Reed Pl from Willow Reed Dr to dead end
  • Willow Reed Dr from Stone Lakes Dr to dead end
  • Laclara Way from Stone Lakes Dr to Hopewell Rd
  • Lake Spring Ct from Lake Spring Dr to dead end
  • High Meadow Pl from Lake Spring Dr to dead end
  • Meadow Vista Ct from Pleasant Glen Dr to dead end
  • Pleasant Glen Ct from Pleasant Glen Dr to dead end
  • Stone Lakes Dr from Taylorsville Rd to Lakes Spring Dr

Join us for our annual Forest Fest May 17th

 This will be a fun-filled day of Bluegrass and Americana music, arts & crafts, family activities, and local food. This year's lineup features the Tray Wellington Band, Tommy Prine, Kentucky Gentlemen, Relaay, and Miles Nielson & the Rusted Hearts. Follow the @ForestFest Facebook page for information leading up to the event! All Ages Welcome. Family Friendly. Open to the public. Parking fee: $15/vehicle. May 17th 12P-7P"

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Earth Fest 2025 (March 29)

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Notice of Public Meeting (4112 Old Routt Road)

Notice of Public Meeting (4112 Old Routt Road)

You are invited to attend a review for a CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT to allow an Institutional Use.

Subject Property (Propiedad Sujeta): ADDRESS: 4112 Old Routt Road
Case Number (Número de Caso): CASE NUMBER: 24-CUP-0278
Case Manager (Administradora de Casos): NAME: Molly Clark (molly.clark@louisvilleky.gov)
Meeting Type (Tipo de Reunión): MEETING: BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENT
Meeting Date (Fecha de la Reunión): DATE: MONDAY. APRIL 7, 2025
Time (Tiempo): Meeting will begin at 1:00 PM and continue until all
cases are heard
Location (Ubicación de Reunión): 514 W Liberty Street, 40202 (OLD JAIL BUILDING)
Please review the meeting agenda and case material, including the staff report, here: https://louisvilleky.primegov.com/public/portal
To join the meeting virtually, please visit:
https://louisvilleky.gov/government/office-planning/upcoming-public-meetings
To view all case documents, visit https://aca-prod.accela.com/LJCMG or:
Louisville Metro Office of Planning
444 S. 5th Street, 3rd Floor, Louisville, KY 40202
(Hours: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM)
Phone: (502) 574-6230 Question? Ask our staff!
If you wish to submit comments in writing on this case, please submit to the case manager by 9:00 A.M. Friday, [April 4, 2025]. If you would like to provide verbal testimony, please attend the meeting or participate online.
Persons who desire special accommodations, including translation or interpretation services, should contact the Office of Planning at (502) 574-6230 at least one week prior to this meeting.


Superheroes Spring into Action at the Louisville Zoo

 

Part of Meet Me at the Zoo presented by Norton Children’s

 

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (March 11, 2025) – The Louisville Zoo is springing into its summer season with Super Spring Kick-off featuring popular superheroes to launch its “Meet Me at the Zoo” event series on March 15, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

 

Kids (and kids at heart) will be able to meet some of their favorite heroes from comic books, movies, and more. Character meet and greets are FREE with Zoo admission or Louisville Zoo membership.

 

While at the Zoo, guests can also learn about some of their favorite animals and the amazing adaptations they harness as their own wild “superpowers.”

 

Additional character appearances include:

  • May 17: Meet Me at the Zoo: Storybook Character Day featuring Curious George, Clifford the Big Red Dog, Pete the Cat, the Bernstein Bears (Brother and Sister Bear), Llama Llama, and Paddington Bear.
  • June 8: Meet Me at the Zoo: Royal Rendezvous
  • August 9: Meet Me at the Zoo: Pirate Party

 

Meet Me at the Zoo is presented by Norton Children’s.

 

Guests can see a full list of special events at the Zoo by visiting louisvillezoo.org/events.

 

Zoo Hours

The Zoo is open daily year-round. Now through March 14, 2025, hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., with guests exiting by 5 p.m. Beginning March 15, 2025, Zoo hours will be 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (enjoy until 6 p.m.). The Zoo is closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day. Visit louisvillezoo.org for more information.

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The Louisville Zoo, the State Zoo of Kentucky, is the top, non-profit, paid attraction in the state. The Zoo is dedicated to bettering the bond between people and our planet by providing excellent care for animals, a great experience for visitors, and leadership in scientific research and conservation education. The Zoo is a member of the World Association of Zoos and Aquariums (WAZA) which is a global alliance of zoos and aquariums. The Zoo is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA).


Spring Charity Yard Sale

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Fern Creek Woman's Club Bingo

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St. Edward Parish Blood Drive

St. Edward Parish, 9608 Sue Helen Drive, will sponsor a Red Cross blood drive on Thursday, April 10, 2025, 3 - 7 P.M. in the gym. The need for blood has become critical and our goal is to collect at least 40 pints at this blood drive. Signup early. Appointments are preferred. Walk-ins will be welcomed as appointment spaces allow. Appointments can be made by calling 1-800-733-2767 or online at RedCrossBlood.org, enter Sponsor code: StEdwardLouKy. Please be a donor and tell your family and friends about our drive on April 10, 2025