Council District 13 e-Newsletter Update

Councilman Dan Seum, Jr. eNewsletter


Councilman Dan Seum
601 West Jefferson Street
Louisville, KY 40202
502.574.1113
Lisa Ammon
Legislative Assistant

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Gateway to the Fest & Forest Fest 2025 One Week Away!

2025 Gateway to the Fest at the Village Green 

Fairdale's Gateway to the Fest! Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy Kaintuck.  Live music from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM

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2025 Forest Fest at Jefferson Memorial Forest 

The lineup for this year's Forest Fest has been announced! Come out to Jefferson Memorial Forest on May 17 for a celebration of music and local makers. The cost is only $15 per carload.

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Goodwill's Another Way Team Cleans South Park Rd.

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The team from Goodwill Industries of Kentucky Another Way Program helped clean up South Park Rd. this past week.  In total, the team collected 82 bags of trash, along with a refrigerator, tires, and other debris.

Another Way program helps reduce panhandling and give individuals at stoplights and other rights of way a new, more effective way of giving to those experiencing poverty. The program is sponsored by Louisville Metro and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield. 

Another Way program leaders use Goodwill transportation to canvass highly trafficked areas, such as homeless shelters, highways, byways and street corners, pick up willing workers and take them to worksites around the city for four hours of work. In return, the participants earn $50, lunch and an introduction to the internal and external barrier-reduction resources at Goodwill’s Opportunity Centers. 


Planning & Zoning Notices for District 13

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Property Address: Rayhill Rd., 121 Rayhill Rd.

Case Number:  25-MPLAT-0066

A minor plat to move 1 property line between 2 tracts on 7.5 acres in the R4 zoning district.

For more information, please click HERE.

Property Address: Jefferson Memorial Forest Welcome Center Improvements, 11311 Mitchell Hill Rd.

Case Number:  25-CFR-0011

A Community Facility Review application for the demolition of existing wooden overhead walkway, deck, stairs, and elevated trail. Construction of new wood
deck and stairs, exterior lift, renovation of concrete plaza area, new elevated precast concrete trail system, landscape improvements, and limited lighting
upgrades at the JMF Welcome Center on 0.17 acres in the R-4 zoning district.

For more information, please click HERE.

To View the Full Report, Please Click HERE.


District 13 Residents are Needed to Serve on Metro Boards and Commissions

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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.

There are currently or upcoming vacancies for the following boards and commissions: Building Code Board of Appeals (one vacancy), Civilian Review and Accountability (four vacancies), Downtown Management (one vacancy), Kentuckiana Works (one vacancy), Air Pollution Control District Board, 3-year term (one vacancy), Cemetery Board (two vacancies), Juneteenth Jubilee (four vacancies), Medical Center Commission of Jefferson County , Waterworks (two vacancies), and Greater Louisville Lodging Management District (four vacancies). 

To learn more, please visit Boards and Commission.


Pop-Up Drop-Off Events

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The next Pop-Up Drop-Off event will be from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 17 at Sun Valley Park and Ashby Lane Baptist Church. 

Drop off shoes, electronics, medication and documents to be shredded at Ashby Lane Baptist. Large items, scrap metal, household recyclables, tires and yard waste will be collected across the street from the church at Sun Valley Ball Park. You may have to visit both sites. 

The event on April 5 was cancelled due to weather and has been rescheduled for May 31 at UofL's Shelby Campus. Learn more about these events at Louisvilleky.gov/PopUps. Get reminders for them through our Recycle Coach app!


Low-Cost Rabies, License & Microchip Clinic

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Cost for Services

$25 – Microchip

Free – DAAP Vaccine

$10 – 1 year Altered Pet License

$5 - 1 year Altered Pet License - Senior Discount

$27 – 3 year Altered Pet License

$60 – 1 year Unaltered Pet License

$13.50 – 3 year Altered Pet License - Senior Discount

You must produce your Government ID

 


Need someone to talk to? You’re not alone.

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Even with advancements in mental health initiatives, over 30 million people in the U.S. continue to face barriers to receiving comprehensive, high-quality care. These figures underscore the vital necessity of Mental Health Awareness Month and the significance of shedding light on this ongoing disparity.

  • 1 in 5 U.S. adults experience mental illness each year.
  • 1 in 20 U.S. adults experience serious mental illness each year.
  • 1 in 6 U.S. youth have a mental health condition, but only half receive treatment.
  • 50% of all lifetime mental illness begins by age 14, and 75% by age 24.
  • In 2023, 20% of all high school students seriously considered suicide.

The Jefferson County Behavioral Health Coalition, which includes 50 organizations, offers free support for you or a loved one. Assistance is just three digits away.

If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org to reach the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. You can also visit our Community Mental Health Services webpage for a listing of mental health resources.


2025 Property Assessments - You Have a Right to Appeal

The Jefferson County PVA will mail property assessments on April 25, 2025. The 2025 reassessment covers MLS Areas 5 & 6, including areas in and around Hazelwood, Iroquois, Auburndale, Fairdale, Jefferson Memorial Forest, Prairie Village,
Lynnview, West Buechel, Watterson Park, Okolona, Highview and Heritage Creek. If your property value changes, a full-color assessment notice on a large postcard that includes a photo of the property and information about the assessment appeal process will be mailed to you. New values will be posted on Jeffersonpva.ky.gov on April 25 at noon.

If you believe the assessed value is not correct, The Jefferson County PVA wants you to know: You have a right to appeal.

The mission of the PVA is to provide fair and equitable assessments for all property owners in Jefferson County. PVA staff works hard to get the value of our property correct. However, the PVA does not know every detail or condition of your property. If you believe the PVA assessed value does not represent the fair-market value of your property, you
have a right to appeal your assessment.

The first step of the appeal process is to complete the PVA Online Conference which is available at www.jeffersonpva.ky.gov from April 25, 2025 at noon EDT, until May 19, 2025 at 4pm EDT.

Most people prefer to complete the appeal using online self-service. However, if you need assistance with the Online Conference, PVA staff will be available and ready to assist you.

In-Person Appeal Assistance at the Southwest and South-Central Library Branches:
• Opening Day April 25: 12pm-4pm
• Weekdays April 28-May 19: 9am-4pm

PVA Office By Appointment:

Weekdays April 25-May 19, 8am-4pm EDT and 2 Saturdays, May 10 and 17, 10am-1pm EDT at the PVA Office, 815 W. Market Street, suite 400. Call us at 502-574-6224 to reserve a time.

By Telephone: Accommodations will be made for property owners with limited mobility and access to technology. Call 502-574-6224 to reserve a time for a telephone conference.

More helpful information, including tips on preparing for your Online Conference can be found at www.jeffersonpva.ky.gov.


Upcoming Programs at Fairdale Library

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ADULT PROGRAMS

Computers by Appointment

Thursdays in May & Jun., 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Need computer help? Book a staff member for an hour-long one-on-one session. Topics include computer basics and Introductory Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. Appointments required. Call 502-375-2051 for more information or to schedule alternative dates and times. Ages 18+

Chair Yoga

Thu. May 15, Jun. 5 & 19, 12:30 – 1:15 PM

Get fit while you sit! Chair Yoga brings the best of a yoga practice to everyone who requires or prefers the support of a chair. Gently increase flexibility and strength, improve balance, and relieve stress with the aid of a chair. Beginners, seniors and All Abilities welcome! We recommend wearing comfortable clothes that are easy to move in. Ages 18+

Crafting with Cricut

Mon., May 12, 3:45 - 4:45 PM

Join us for a tutorial of our machine, learn how it makes crafting projects easier, and create a simple project to take home every month. Teens and adults are welcome. Register: 502-375-2051. Ages 13+

Fairdale Friends of the Library Meeting

Tue. May 13 & Tue. Jun. 3, 6:00 – 7:00 PM

DIY Series: Easy Origami

Mon., May 19, 6:30 -7:30 PM

Join us to try your hand at a new craft that can be completed in about an hour. Seasoned and non-crafters are welcome. Registration is required as space and supplies are limited. Adults register: 502-375-2051. Ages 18+

Book Discussion: Animal Farm by George Orwell

Tue. May 20, 5:30-7:00 PM

Ages 18+

Crafting with Cricut

Mon. Jun. 16, 3:45-4:45 PM

Join us for a tutorial of our machine, learn how it makes crafting projects easier, and create a simple project to take home every month. Register: 502-375-2051. Ages 13+

Book Discussion: Giovanni’s Room by James Baldwin

Tue., Jun. 17, 5:30-7:00 PM

Ages 18+

DIY Series: DIY Birthday Cards

Mon., Jun. 30, 6:30 -7:30 PM

Join us to try your hand at a new craft that can be completed in about an hour. Seasoned and non-crafters are welcome. Registration is required as space and supplies are limited. Adults register: 502-375-2051. Ages 18+

CHILDRENS & TEEN PROGRAMS - Fairdale

Family Storytime

Wed., May - Jun. 10:30 -11:30 AM

Sat., May 24, June 7, 10:30-11:30 AM
Storytime is an opportunity for families to bond over shared stories and songs, as well as engaging in creative activities that reinforce a lifelong love of learning. Ages 0-6.

Nature Play and the Library at Jefferson Memorial Forest

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Storytime

May 19, 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM

Bookmobile

Thurs., June 5, 2:00 – 4:00 PM

Join us at the Welcome Center of Jefferson Memorial Forest (11311 Mitchell Hill Road) for nature-themed programming*. Library staff will host storytime or book checkouts on specified dates, collaborating with park staff for activities.*If rain or snow, the program will move indoors. Ages 0 – 6.

Stage One Storytellers

Wed. June 4, 10:30 – 11:30 AM

This 40-minute storybook program takes children’s favorite books and brings them to life in a way that’s as unique and exciting as the stories themselves. At these events, caregivers and little ones sit on the floor around the performers for a truly immersive theatre experience. Audiences help tell the story through music, interaction, and LOTS of imagination! These performances are sponsored by members of Louisville Metro Council. Ages 0-12.

Terry Greenwell: Communities Excel Thru Martial Arts

Thurs, June 5, 5:30 – 6:30 PM

Join us for a fitness program consisting of exercises from the following disciplines: Kihon, Kata, Kumite and a little bit of reading as well. Improve balance, flexibility and posture, release stress, and increase literacy. Communities Excel Thru Martial Arts helps unite the mind and the body. Ages 6-12.

Upbeat Louisville: Drum & Dance!

Thurs, June 12, 5:30 – 6:30 PM

Join Upbeat Louisville for 45 minutes of drumming fun. We’ll explore music, movement and drumming; learn traditional drumming patterns through animal play; dance to music from around the world; find new ways to connect mind, body and voice through rhythm; and play active musical games that are both enriching and totally fun! Ages 4-8.

AMR: A Global Medical Response Solution presents Touch-a-Truck!

Thurs, June 26, 5:30 – 6:30 PM

Take an inside look of our ambulance. Our team of EMS professionals will answer your questions about what it takes to respond to emergencies in our community! Learn hands-on only CPR in ten minutes from the America Heart Association. Ages 0–12.

Kid Zone – Movie Night: Scoob!
Thurs, July 3, 5:30 – 7:00 PM

Grab your Scooby Snacks, hop in your Mystery Machine, and head over to the library for a movie night. Snacks provided. Ages 6-12.

Mystery Reader Storytime

Wed., July 9, 16 & 23, 10:30 – 11:30 AM

A surprise guest from Fairdale Elementary joins us for storytime. Who's the mystery reader? There’s only one way to find out – join us at the library! Ages 0-6.

Louisville Water Company: Water Filtration

Thurs, July 10, 5:30 – 6:30 PM

You can’t live without it but it doesn’t magically appear in your faucet.  Drinking water has to be cleaned and treated before it’s safe to drink.  Learn how Louisville Water makes it happen and do a hands-on activity to turn “dirty” water into “clean” water with our filtration program.  Ages 7-12.

Santa Pat: Christmas in July.

Thurs, July 17, 5:30 – 6:30 PM

Santa Pat, the Derby City Kringle will take a break from the workshop to tell stories celebrating the reindeer, elves and other occupants of the North Pole. There is always a story geared toward the summer reading theme, this year Santa will go on a historic adventure to recruit helpers at the North Pole. Interactive activities include caroling and building a reindeer team. Selfies with Santa will also be available. Ages 0-12.

Moving Minds & Dancing Bodies: A Modern Dance Workshop

Thurs, July 24, 5:30 – 6:30 PM

An all-ages dance/movement workshop that gives participants the opportunity to learn foundational modern dance, as well as how these exercises can be used to better understand anatomy, general wellness, self-expression, and social connection. Ages 0-12.

Mr. Moustache Magic Show!

Fri, Aug 1, 2:00 – 3:00 PM

Fun, silly and thoroughly entertaining! This comical trickster is secretly known as Ken Neuhauser. Ages 0-12.

Teen Club

Wednesdays May - Jun., 3:45- 4:45 PM

Join our after-school program at the library! Whether you're into craft projects, board games, movies, or simply socializing, there's something special waiting for you at the library! Middle and high school students, this is just for you.

Deepa: Cake Toppers

Wed., June 4, 3:45 - 4:45 PM

Learn to make visually delightful & delicious edible art from award-winning cake artist, Deepa, creator of D’s Sweet Creations. In this class, we will learn how to create adorable cake toppers using fondant and other edible materials. Come along, join the fun, and learn to create something sweet. Limit 20. To register, call 502-375-2051. Ages 12-19.

Jennifer Palmer: Windowsill Herb Garden 

Wed., June 11, 3:45-4:45 PM

Start a windowsill herb garden.  In this workshop, you will decorate a recycled container to start your seedlings in. Jennifer will discuss the basics of starting seeds and how to care for your indoor herb plants. Limit 15. To register, call 502-375-2051. Ages 11-19.

Deepa: Cupcake Decoration.

Wed. July 9, 3:40-4:45 PM

Learn to make visually delightful & delicious edible art from award-winning cake artist, Deepa, creator of D’s Sweet Creations. Kids will learn how to decorate a cupcake and make it beautifully tasty. Come along, join the fun, and learn to create something sweet. Limit 20. To register, call 502-375-2051. Ages 12-19.


Zoning Matters: LDC Reform Discussions: Middle Housing

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 learn more about the ongoing Land Development Code (LDC) Reform process. More information is on our website here: www.louisvilleky.gov/ldcreform. There are a few upcoming dates near District 16 this spring:

  • South Central Regional Library on Tuesday, August 19th from 3 – 7 PM
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