In This Edition...

• April 8 - South Central Community Forum
• April 5th Pop-Up Drop-Off: CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER
• April 7 - Derby City Pizza : Highview Grand Opening
• Stay Safe During Floods: Essential Tips
• April 19 - Easter Egg Hunt Highview Park
• April 22 - PVA at Central Government Center
• BBB Issues Warning in Aftermath of Severe Storms
• April Artist in Residence: Sculptor/Photographer Shauntrice Martin
• April 26 - Scout Unit 061 Spaghetti Dinner and Silent Auction
• April 14 - District Office Hours
• Join a Board or Commission
• Crime Maps

April 8 - South Central Community Forum

Tuesday, April 8
6:00pm
South Central Regional Library
7300 Judge Blvd. 

April 5th Pop-Up Drop-Off: CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER

The Pop-Up Drop-Off, free recycling and large item disposal event, that was originally set to take place at UofL's Shelby Campus on April 5, 2025 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. is being postponed due to concerns over weather conditions.

Remaining 2025 Pop-Up Drop-Off Schedule: 

• 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

April 7 - Derby City Pizza : Highview Grand Opening

Monday, April 7

10:30am - Ribbon Cutting 
Derby City Pizza - Highview
7207 Fegenbush Lane

Stay Safe During Floods: Essential Tips

The National Weather Service (NWS) is forecasting major flooding through the weekend. The NWS predicts heavy rainfall totals ranging from 6 to 10 inches across Southern Indiana and the northwestern portion of central Kentucky, which includes the Louisville Metro area.

Flash flooding can cause rivers and streams to rise swiftly, pushing water onto roadways. Six inches of moving water can knock an adult off their feet and cause vehicles to lose control and stall, and as little as 12 inches of moving floodwater can be enough to carry a vehicle away.

Here are some tips to stay safe and avoid flood dangers:

• Turn around, don’t drown! – Driving through flooded roadways can be deadly. Turn around if you come across a flooded path.
• Make a family emergency communication plan that includes pets.
• Assemble an emergency kit for home, work and the car.
• Stay informed: Tune in to local officials by radio, TV or social media.
• Sign up to receive emergency notifications via “LENSAlert.” It’s as simple as texting “LENSAlert” to 67283.
• Evacuate when advised by authorities or if you are in a flood-prone area. Get to higher ground.
• Check on your neighbors to make sure they’re OK.
• After a flood, avoid walking in floodwaters, disaster areas and heed road closure and cautionary signs. Stay away from electrical utility equipment and wait for the “all clear” before returning to a location impacted by flooding.

For more flood safety tips, visit Ready.gov and Weather.gov.

April 19 - Easter Egg Hunt Highview Park

April 22 - PVA at Central Government Center

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

BBB Issues Warning in Aftermath of Severe Storms

BBB serving Greater Kentucky and South Central Indiana warns of storm-chasing scammers in the aftermath of the severe storms and tornadoes that struck the area.

With any destructive and severe weather, there is an increased potential of out-of-town storm chasers looking to take advantage of victims as they begin the process of cleaning up and repairing property damage. BBB warns residents affected by the storms to beware of these scammers. 

BBB offers the following tips for storm victims:

• Know your rights and responsibilities as provided by the state Attorney General. Kentucky residents can contact the Kentucky Attorney General’s office at ag.ky.gov or call 502.696.5300.
  
  
• Businesses must be licensed. Contact the Revenue Commission at 502.574.4860 to check out a company’s licensure.
  
  
• Many municipalities require a solicitation permit if salespeople go door-to-door.  Verify that they need to have a permit by contacting your local Township or Municipality or call Permits & Licensing at 502.574.3321
  
  
• While most roofing contractors abide by the law, be careful allowing someone you do not know to inspect your roof. An unethical contractor may actually create damage to get work.
  
  
• Try to get at least 3-4 quotes from contractors, and insist that payments be made to the company, not an individual.
  
  
• Do not pay for the job in advance. Be wary of any contractor who demands full or half payment upfront. 
  
  
• Resist high-pressure sales tactics, such as the “good deal” you’ll get only if you hire the contractor on the spot.
  
  
• Get a written contract that specifies the price, the work to be done, the amount of liability insurance coverage maintained by the contractor, and a time frame. Require a copy of their current certificate of insurance.
  
  
• For general questions or complaints related to insurance, contact your state’s Department of Insurance. Kentucky residents can visit insurance.ky.gov or call 502.564.3630.
  
  
• Pay by credit card, if possible; you may have additional protection if there’s a problem.
  
  
• If you suspect a company may be price gouging necessary goods or services due to the area storm damage, report the business to BBB and the Attorney General’s office.
  
  
• Beware of FEMA imposters. In the past, scammers have impersonated FEMA to try to scam consumers. Remember that FEMA does not charge for inspections, and they always wear ID badges. If you are still unsure, check with FEMA first at fema.gov or call 202.646.2500.

Finally, BBB advises consumers to be wary of any scam callers masquerading as gas and electric company employees. LG&E and KU will never call consumers and demand payment immediately over the phone in order to restore power (or prevent it from being shut off). For any concerns regarding utilities, contact your provider directly. Do not give your financial information over the phone to any unsolicited caller.

April Artist in Residence: Sculptor/Photographer Shauntrice Martin

Learn More: COLLIDER Artist-in-Residence Program

April 26 - Scout Unit 061 Spaghetti Dinner and Silent Auction

April 14 - District Office Hours

Councilman Hudson wants to meet you and hear what you want to see from Metro Government.  Stop by with any questions, concerns or comments.

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. 

Join a Board or Commission

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.

Crime Maps

Always Remember to Lock Your Car and Remove All Valuables, it's the Easiest Way to Prevent Crime

Click Here to view LMPD's interactive crime mapping tool.   

 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.

Call 574-LMPD to report crime tips