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The Metro Council met Thursday, March 27, for its second meeting of March. The Metro Council took action on the following items:
Mask Ordinance Changes (O-264-24): By a vote of 9 -14, I and the majority of members of the Metro Council were able to stop efforts by a few members of the Metro Council to reduce the effectiveness and ability of LMPD to use the ordinance that prohibits the use of masks in public places for reasons other than religion or health. In reviewing this proposal, members of the Metro Council received testimony from members of LMPD as well as the Mayor’s Office against weakening the ordinance, as well as discussion on the origins of the ordinance in combatting demonstrations by groups that sought to use masks as a means for intimidation as well as a way to prevent people from knowing who is participating in such demonstrations.
Cigar Bar Exemption (O-071-25): I joined the majority of members of the Metro Council who voted 20-6 in favor of an amendment to the current Metro Smoking Ban to allow an exemption for those cigar bars. This ordinance helps to bring common sense to our current ordinance and will help address an identified need by groups associated within the hospitality and tourism industry. The ordinance only allows for smoking in businesses that obtain an annual license, generate at least 15 percent of its annual gross income from the sale of cigars or pipe tobacco and must have signage as well as designated smoke free areas to allow for the delivery of materials by outside vendors.
Nick Rodman Legacy Park (R-030-25): The Metro Council unanimously supported a resolution that will name a new park planned for Lamborne Boulevard in Southwest Jefferson County as the Nick Rodman Legacy Park. This park is expected to open this spring following a year of construction and nearly $2 million in investment.
Zoning Cases Approved: The Metro Council voted to approve zoning cases located on Garden Trace Drive, Race Road, Logan Street and South Preston Street.
The Metro Council does not have meetings scheduled for the next two weeks. Our next regular committee week will start on April 14, 2025. The Metro Council’s next meeting will be the Mayor’s Budget Address, marking the start of the Fiscal Year 2026 Budget process.
Looking for activities to keep kids and teens entertained during your spring break staycation? Louisville Mayor Craig Greenberg announced today that parents and guardians need to check out all of the free programs being offered at the Louisville Free Public Library.
Starting Saturday, March 29, LFPL will offer more than 100 free programs and activities to help keep kids and teens engaged and entertained while school is out. LFPL offers hands-on learning programs for children to play, create, and explore together, including interactive storytimes, crafts, nature play, a puppet show, and STEAM activities at locations across Louisville. Families can also enjoy free presentations and performances at the Library from Kentucky Shakespeare, the Little Loomhouse, Brightside Louisville, Jefferson Memorial Forest, and the Louisville Orchestra.
The Library also offers kids and teens access to thousands of books, eBooks, graphic novels, blockbuster movies, and popular music – available free with a library card.
Spring Break at the Library runs March 29 through April 6. For a complete list of programs and more, go to LFPL.org/SpringBreak.
Louisville Metro Solid Waste Management will be hosting various free recycling and large item disposal events throughout 2025. All events are from 10 am to 2 pm on select Saturdays:
2025 Pop-Up Drop-Off Schedule:
- 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
Learn more: Pop-Up Drop-Off
Veer Hanuman LLC, 6450 Outer Loop Louisville, KY 40228, Hereby declares intention(s) to apply for a Quota Liquor Drink, Quota Retail Package, NQ Retail Malt Beverage Package license(s) no later than March 14, 2025. The business to be licensed will be located at 6450 Outer Loop Louisville, KY, Kentucky 40228 doing business as Liquor Time 2. The Members are as follows: Shilpaben Patel, Member, 1691 Persimmon Ridge Rd Louisville, KY 40245 Vivek R Patel, Member, 318 Gheens Ave Louisville, KY 40214.
Any person, association, corporation, or body politic, may protest the granting of the license. There are two agencies which approve alcoholic beverage licenses, State ABC and Metro ABC.
In this case letters must be received by April 5, 2025.
The addresses are:
Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control
500 Mero Street 2 NE 33
Frankfort, KY 40601
Comments can be emailed to: abc.info@ky.gov
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ABC Administrator Bradley Silveria
Louisville Metro Codes & Regulations
444. S. 5th Street, Suite 200
Louisville, KY 40202
Comments can be emailed to: bradley.silveria@louisvilleky.gov
According to Kentucky State law reasons an administrator may deny an alcoholic license include:
- Public sentiment in the area
- Number of licensed outlets in the area
- Potential for future growth
- Type of area involved
- Type of transportation available
- Financial potential of area
All residential and commercial property in Council District 23 will be reassessed in 2025.
The Highview Business Association is hosting the Jefferson County PVA, Colleen Younger for a public meeting on the assessment and appeals process.
Tuesday, April 22
6:00pm
Central Government Center
7201 Outer Loop
Learn more about assessment and appeals at: jeffersonpva.ky.gov
Councilman Hudson wants to meet you and hear what you want to see from Metro Government. Stop by with any questions, concerns or comments. |
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Next Meeting Date:
Monday, April 14
5:00pm-6:00pm (Drop In)
6:00p-7:00pm (By Appointment)
Central Government Center, 7201 Outer Loop
District Office Hours are the 2nd Monday of each month at the Central Government Center.
Call 574-1123 or email Jeff.Hudson@louisvilleky.gov for more information.
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 Commissions.
Always Remember to Lock Your Car and Remove All Valuables, it's the Easiest Way to Prevent Crime
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If you see crime occurring, please contact the Louisville Metro Police Department. Call 911 for emergencies.
Call 502-574-7111 for non-emergency related assistance.
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