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***IMPORTANT***
EVERYONE IN FERN CREEK, PLEASE PROVIDE YOUR FEEDBACK!
This is from KYTC asking for opinions on how to improve BARDSTOWN ROAD.
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The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) is seeking public feedback for an upcoming highway safety improvement project on U.S. 31E (Bardstown Road) between Interstate 265 (Gene Snyder Freeway) and Hillock Drive in Jefferson County.
The project's purpose is to enhance safety and improve traffic flow along the corridor. As development continues, traffic demands on U.S. 31E (Bardstown Road) are expected to increase. The proposed improvements include:
- Construction of a right turn lane at Ichabod Drive.
- Installation of a raised median from Major Lane to Hillock Drive.
- Addition of a right turn only lane at Hillock Drive.
- Construction of a left turn/U-turn at the U.S. 31E (Bardstown Road)/Brentlinger Lane intersection.
- Addition of a right turn lane at Bartley Drive.
- Construction of a right turn free flow lane from the I-265 East off-ramp (Exit 17) to U.S. 31E (Bardstown Road).
Public feedback on the proposed improvements is being accepted until June 13th. Citizens are encouraged to share their input by completing the online survey. This survey, as well as additional information (including proposed improvement designs and the project timeline), can be found online at www.US31E.com.
Input received from the survey efforts will be compiled and considered as the final design phase is underway. All responses will become part of the official meeting record. Once compiled, all 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), anyone with a disability requiring assistance is asked to contact (502) 764-0481 no later than Friday, May 30. Additionally, in compliance with Title VI, translation services are also offered upon request.
 FDA advises consumers, distributors and retailers
not to eat, sell or serve products from
Pan-African Food Distributors Inc.
The FDA is advising consumers and retailers not to eat, sell, or serve products distributed by Pan-African Food Distributors of Louisville, Kentucky.
A May 2025 FDA inspection of the firm’s distribution center in Louisville revealed the presence of an active rodent infestation and numerous rodent droppings on multiple product containers.
Kentucky has mandated the firm halt operations due to the absence of a required permit and has implemented a blanket quarantine of product. The state is urging the voluntary disposal of all contaminated food and will prohibit the business from reopening until the infestation is completely addressed. FDA has recommended Pan-African Food Distributors recall all products of concern currently on the market, and the firm has agreed.
Consumers should check their homes for products described below and discard all products. Additionally, consumers should carefully clean and sanitize surfaces that could have come in contact with potentially contaminated products. Retailers and distributors that purchased or received products described below from Pan-African Food Distributors should not sell or serve potentially contaminated products and should clean and sanitize any surfaces or containers that could have come in contact with potentially contaminated products.
Product List
The list below does not include all products that could have been distributed by Pan-African Food Distributors dba East Africa Boutique.
- Super Sembe – Maize Flour (10 kg): EXP Date: May 2025
- Kinazi – Cassava Flour: Lot Code: 002952 EXP Date: 04 OCT 2026
- Cassava FuFu (10 Kg): EXP Date: 2024-2026
- Cassava FuFu (20 Kg): EXP Date: None listed
- Farina 1 (50 lb.): Lot Code: 506602
- Peanut Flour (50 lb.): EXP Date: 01 FEB 2026
- Akanozo (12 x1 cases): Lot: F50FA048
- Huza – Fermented Sorghum (1 kg): EXP Date: 21 DEC 2025 and 25 APR 2025
- Nootri Family: EXP Date: 04/04/2025, and 05/04/2025, 6/10/2025
- Nootri Baby: Lot: CIBK240329 EXP Date: 20/09/2025
- Nootri Toto: Lot: CPI240411 EXP Date: 03/10/2025
- Red Sorghum Flour: EXP Date: 01 Jan 2026
- Mixed Porride Flour: EXP Date: 01 Jan 2026
- Soybean Flour: EXP Date: 01 Jan 2026
- Akenza – Dried Ground Cassava leaves
- Akanozo – Wheat Flour (1 kg): EXP Date: 25 APR 26 Batch# SDFA431
- Akanozo – Soybean Flour: EXP Date: 20 APR 2025 Batch # K5YFA
- Akanozo – Sorghum Flour: EXP Date: 11 AUG 2026 Lot Code: SDFA434
- Akanozo – Composite Flour: EXP Date: 13 AUG 2026 Lot Code: COFA788
- Akanozo – Roasted Wheat Flour: EXP Date: 14 AUG 2026 Batch # RWHFA013
- Huza – Millet Flour: EXP Date: May 27, 2025
- Akanozo – Fine Millet Flour (1 kg): EXP Date: 10 AUG 2026 Batch # MIFA578
- Akanozo – Composite Flour: EXP Date: 13 AUG 2026 Batch # COFA788
- Huza – Wheat Flour: EXP Date: 05 06 2025
- Super Cereal Plus – Fortified Corn Soya Blend Batch #: 07BBE02/2026, 11BBE08/2026
- Pan African Foods Distribution Inc – White Corn Flour (10 kg): EXP Date: 04/04/2027
- Sujata – Multi grains flour: EXP Date: 13 SEP 2025
- Akanoze Fou Fou: EXP Date: 10 SEP 2026, 10/09/2026
- F. Garcia Corn Meal: EXP Date: 10/2025
- Pan African Foods Distribution Inc – White Corn Flour: EXP Date: 04/01/2027
Pan African Foods Distribution Inc – Beans: EXP Date: 05/2026
At the beginning of this networking luncheon, Councilman Bratcher will present a Metro Council Proclamation celebrating the 70th anniversary of the Fern Creek Woman's Club.
Please RSVP to join us! RSVP here.
Update posted by Louisville Metro Police Department late last week:
"Do you all remember the viral video of the shoplifter at the Walgreens we posted about before Derby? In case you forgot, Tyler Haney (and his friends) used their sticky fingers to steal almost anything they could from a bunch of different businesses. In the viral video, shared by Sean Peoples on 4/22, it shows Tyler Haney loading up a bag with anything of value and leaving Walgreens without a care in the world. Haney got into an awaiting car before speeding away. We arrested Tyler and a few of his friends and lit them up with every charge we could...In all, he faced 10 counts of shoplifting to include engaging in organized retail theft for resale. Tyler was placed on home incarceration on 5/15. Are you sitting down? Because what happens next might shock you.... on 5/20, Haney cut off his ankle monitoring device and was on the run... again. (Sigh) Luckily, our 4th Division patrol officers and detectives found him yesterday and arrested him... again.. for his escape warrant. Here's a snapshot of his rearrest. Great job, 4th Division!"
 Mark your calendars for these fun-filled music nights in Highview Park!
Enter at 7120 Briscoe Lane to park. 6:00-10:00p.m.
Councilman Bratcher is pleased to co-sponsor the Pet Clinic at Fern Creek Park on Saturday, June 21st. EARLIER DATES AND ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS AVAILABLE. All of the dates/locations indicated below are available to you and all Jefferson County residents, so feel free to pick the most convenient date/location for you. Each clinic is scheduled to be open from 10:00am until 1:00pm. And... make sure to bring your government ID.
Cost of Services at Clinics
Free – DAAP Vaccine $25 – Microchip
$10 - 1 year Rabies Vaccine $15 - 3 year Rabies Vaccine
$10 – 1 year Altered Pet License $5 - 1 year Altered Pet License Senior Discount
$27 – 3 year Altered Pet License $13.50 – 3 year Altered Pet License Senior Discount
$60 – 1 year Unaltered Pet License
Where: The Edison Center (701 W. Ormsby Ave)
When: Saturday, June 7th Time: 9am-11am
What: Free fan giveaway (for qualifying individuals while supplies last), PLUS vendor fair PLUS secure drug toss
Website: https://louisvilleky.gov/government/resilience-and-community-services/fan-fair
The Following Statement has been released by the members of the Louisville Metro Council’s Minority Caucus in response to the Department of Justice’s decision to dismiss its lawsuit against Louisville Metro.
The decision of the US Department of Justice to dismiss the case involving Louisville Metro in a consent decree is welcomed by the members of the Metro Council’s Minority Caucus. In December, we argued that efforts to bring real and lasting reforms to policing within our community is best accomplished by persons closely associated to this community rather than out-of-town, federally appointed persons who benefit from a slow and more costly consent decree, and who have no accountability to the people of Louisville.
Reforms to policies such as no-knock warrants, training, and investigations have already been made and are being implemented. We constructed a new state of the art first responder wellness center that benefits our officers’ physical and mental well-being. We have funded and are completing a new LMPD headquarters to improve public safety collaboration and leadership. Finally, we are focused on moving forward with the purchase and construction of a new and much needed police training facility to ensure we have the best trained officers serving our community.
The 12 Republican members of the Metro Council’s Minority Caucus are focused on bringing safer streets for all people in every neighborhood. We are committed to getting officers the resources they need and supporting reforms that will both ensure continued progress on reducing crime while also supporting the need for accountability and progress in terms of community engagement and respect.
Councilman Anthony Piagentini, Minority Caucus Chair, District 19
Councilman Khalil Batshon, Minority Caucus Vice Chair, District 25
Councilman Kevin Kramer, District 11
Councilman Jonathan Joseph, District 12
Councilman Dan Seum, District 13
Councilwoman Crystal Bast, District 13
Councilman Scott Reed, District 16
Councilman Marilyn Parker, District 18
Councilman Stuart Benson, District 20
Councilman Kevin Bratcher, District 22
Councilman Jeff Hudson, District 23
Councilwoman Genny Mulvey-Woolridge, District 24
Get ready to rock! For more information and/or to connect to participate, reach out to Jennifer Alvarez at 502-523-0534.
 If you discover a tick, please share it with Metro Public Health. The Louisville Metro Department of Public Health and Wellness is using results from ticks they collect and those that people share to create a map of where ticks are being reported and develop outreach and education materials based on the types of ticks and the diseases they carry.
Ticks are small parasites more commonly found in wooded, brushy and grassy areas. However, people can be exposed to a tick in their own yards, even with very little grass or trees. Exposure to ticks can happen all year round, but they tend to be more active during warmer months. They can spread diseases to both dogs and people. Ticks can transmit a number of illnesses like Lyme disease, Ehrlichiosis and Rocky Mountain spotted fever (RMSF).
How to submit a tick
-Place it in a small leak-proof container and cover the sample with rubbing alcohol or hand sanitizer. (No plastic bags)
-Label the container with your name and contact information on it, along with this completed form. (Complete one form per tick or tick bite.)
-Drop off or mail the sample to LMPHW, 400 E. Gray Steet, Louisville, Ky. 40202, Monday through Friday between the hours of 8 am and 5 pm
Here are the T-I-C-K rules of thumb:
Take precautions and wear insect repellent.
Inspect your body for ticks and rashes after being outdoors.
Carefully remove the head and body of the tick.
Keep monitoring your health for fever, body aches and rashes and seek medical attention if they develop.
For more information about ticks, prevention tips and proper removal, visit LMPHW’s webpage. Be sure to watch our video to learn more about our Spot A Tick and Share Program.
8000 Broad Run Road (Case 24-ZONE-0112) is a proposed change in zoning from R-R & R-4 to Planned Residential Development (PRD) with a Floyds Fork Special Zoning Overlay District Review with associated waiver(s) and Detailed District Development Plan/Major Preliminary Subdivision Plan with binding elements. The Project Name is The Reserves at Parklands, Phase II. This proposal on roughly 107 acres seeks 370 buildable, single-family residential lots with a portion of the site to remain open space in recognition of some landscape challenges. According to the staff report, "the site has several environmental constraints including steep slopes and karst features." On May 15th, this proposal was passed on a 4-3 vote in the Planning Commission. This completes the public record for this case. It will now move forward for Metro Council review and action in the following 30-90 days. For more information about the nature of this proposal, contact Case Manager Amy Brooks (amy.brooks@louisvilleky.gov or 502-574-8215).
8000 Broad Run Road (Case 24-RSUB-0005) is a review for a Revised Major Subdivision. Relative to Case 24-ZONE-0112 above, here is the description we received from the case manager: "The cases are on properties adjacent to each other but will be heard separately at Planning Commission. (Case 24-RSUB-0005) is an appeal of a staff approval of the revised major subdivision for The Reserves at the Parklands Phase I, which was originally approved in 2022. The applicant submitted a revised major subdivision application last year to slightly reconfigure some buildings in the townhome section (still meets Land Development Code requirements), change a curve on a road to a cul-de-sac (approved by Transportation Planning), and enlarge the detention basin to accommodate additional future flow (approved by MSD)." On May 15th, this revision was approved by the Planning Commission. For more information about the nature of this revision, contact Case Manager Zach Schwager (zach.schwager@louisvilleky.gov or 502-574-8938).
7708 Cedar Creek Road (Case 25-CUPPA-0060) Neighborhood Meeting Notification: A Conditional Use Permit application for Private Institutional Use (Religious Facility) at the address above was filed. In accordance with the procedures of Louisville Metro Office of Planning, a neighborhood meeting occurred on May 20th to discuss this proposal. The applicant now has 90 days to pursue the “Formal Conditional Use Permit” application.
Should the applicant elect to pursue the project they will need to submit a site plan + purposed elevations. The Office of Planning will review the application, site plan, and purposed elevations to check for compliance with the Land Development Code. Once the plan has addressed any outstanding agency comments and/or concerns they will be docketed for the Board of Zoning Adjustment (BOZA) where a public hearing will be held. The Board would vote to approve or deny the conditional use permit and, if approved, the applicant can begin requesting building permits.
For more information about the nature of this proposal and how to participate in the public record prior to or at the BOZA meeting, contact Case Manager Jude Mattingly (jude.mattingly@louisvilleky.gov or 502-574-6230). All comments for the public record must be submitted prior to the BOZA meeting.
9300 Hayes Avenue - A neighborhood meeting was held on May 21st to present to neighbors in attendance this Development Potential Transfer Subdivision Plan. The following description is based on the notice provided about this neighborhood meeting: The proposal is for an 88-lot single-family subdivision within R-4 zoning. Access to the site will be from the existing stubs on the north and south property lines, thereby connecting Idlewood Lane and Hines Mill Way. There will also be a connection on the east property line, directly across Hofelich Lane, for the 11 proposed lots in that area. The proposed street will also stub into the properties to the north and south. The average lot size will be 7,282 sf. Open space totals 7.85 acres. After the neighborhood meeting, a preliminary subdivision application will be filed with the Office of Planning for review. A case number and case manager will then be assigned.
9006 Old Bardstown Road (Case 25-ZONEPA-0052) - A neighborhood meeting was held on May 22nd to present neighbors with this zone change plan (from R-4 to PRD) to allow a 36-unit attached townhome community in this location. According to the notice of this meeting: Access to the site will be from Bardstown Woods Blvd, which will be directly across from the existing Bardstown Woods Court. There will be no direct access to Old Bardstown Road. Each lot will range from 2358 sf to 4159 sf. Open space totals 1.76 acres. For more information about the nature of this proposal, next steps in the process, and how to participate/comment for the public record, contact Case Manager Mark Pinto (mark.pinto@louisvilleky.gov or 502-574-5170). All comments for the public record must be submitted prior to the Planning Commission meeting.
8915 Old Bardstown Road (Case 24-ZONE-0113) - This proposed zoning change with development plan was approved by the Planning Commission on Thursday, April 10th. This completes the public record for this case. It will now move forward for Metro Council review and action in the following 30-90 days. This is a proposal for use of land located between Old Bardstown Road and Bardstown Road, directly south of the OR-1 mixture of office space and rental units. According to the staff report, it is rezoned to C-2 "to allow mini-warehouses with a conditional use permit. The development proposal is to construct two separate buildings that will contain 400 interior, climate controlled self-storage units." The buildings will be one story tall with entrance and exit on Old Bardstown Road. For more information about the proposal as approved by the Planning Commission, contact Case Manager Amy Brooks (amy.brooks@louisvilleky.gov or 502-574-8215).
11401 Race Road (Case 24-ZONE-0115) - Case 0113 above and this case (0115) are proposed by the same applicant. This proposed zoning change with development plan was approved by the Planning Commission on Thursday, April 10th. This completes the public record for this case. It will now move forward for Metro Council review and action in the following 30-90 days. This is a proposal for use of land located directly to the east across Bardstown Road and Race Road from the location of case 0113. According to the staff report, this property's zoning is moving from R-4 "to C-M Commercial Manufacturing to allow for the outdoor storage and parking of recreational vehicles, trailers, and boats." The resulting pavement will have 92 vehicular parking spots. For more information about the proposal as approved by the Planning Commission, contact Case Manager Amy Brooks (amy.brooks@louisvilleky.gov or 502-574-8215).
8803, 8805 and 8807 Old Bardstown Road (Case 24-ZONE-0105) - This proposed zoning change with development plan was approved by the Planning Commission on Thursday, April 10th. This completes the public record for this case. It will now move forward for Metro Council review and action in the following 30-90 days. This is a proposal for use of land located between Old Bardstown Road and Bardstown Road, just north of Fairmount Road. It is rezoned to C-1 for a Goodwill store along Fairmount Road. The land to the north of the Goodwill is rezoned to OR-1 for three buildings proposed to be for various medical uses that are yet to be determined. For more information about the proposal as approved by the Planning Commission, contact Case Manager Molly Clark (molly.clark@louisvilleky.gov or 502-574-8656).
6422 & 6808 Billtown Road (Case 24-ZONE-0137) - This proposed zoning change with development plan was approved by the Planning Commission on Thursday, April 24th. This completes the public record for this case. It will now move forward for Metro Council review and action in the following 30-90 days. This is a proposal for use of land near Billtown Road and I-265 for a change in zoning from R-4 to C-1 and R-6. Part of the C-1 portion will have a Wawa's gas station and related services. Other parts of the C-1 area are not yet fully defined, but will likely have a restaurant and a coffee shop or the like. The R-6 area will be approximately 199 apartments in 3-story structures with sufficient green space to stay within the density limit of R-6. Road connection (Veterans Drive connecting with Gellhaus Lane) is also part of the proposal, as well as expansion of Billtown Road in that area. For more information about the proposal as approved by the Planning Commission, contact Case Manager Amy Brooks (amy.brooks@louisvilleky.gov or 502-574-8215).
9911 & 10019 Wingfield Road (Case 25-ZONEPA-0005) had the neighborhood meeting on February 25th at the Fern Creek Community Center. This proposal is the intended extension of commercial use of Southpointe Blvd up against I-265, including a Hy-Vee store and other retail entities. For more information about the nature of this proposal, next steps in the process, and how to participate/comment for the public record, contact Case Manager Molly Clark (molly.clark@louisvilleky.gov or 502-574-8656). All comments for the public record must be submitted prior to the Planning Commission meeting.
11380 Seatonville Road (Case 24-ZONE-0127) now has a formal application submitted. There are some issues to be addressed before it is scheduled for a public hearing. Once planning staff members consider those issues to be sufficiently addressed, the proposal will next be scheduled for a review by the Land Development & Transportation Committee (which only focuses on technical details of the plan to make sure those are ready for the Planning Commission to do its overall review). A petition for a night hearing has been successful, so when the Planning Commission hearing is scheduled, it will be in the evening at the Fern Creek Christian Church at 9419 Seatonville Road. For more information about the nature of this proposal and how to participate/comment for the public record, contact Case Manager Molly Clark (molly.clark@louisvilleky.gov or 502-574-8656). All comments for the public record must be submitted prior to the Planning Commission meeting.
REMINDER: One beneficial and convenient way for you to share your thoughts on a case (to be part of the public record) is to use this form.
 In late April, Mayor Greenberg proposed his FY26 budget. During May and June, Metro Council will have close to 30 hours of hearings, covering at least 20 departments and agencies. The new budget is to be revised and approved by the end of June.
You can read the Mayor's full FY26 proposed budget here.
Check out the hearing schedule HERE.
Want to share a thought or suggestion? Submit your feedback through this official form.
 Do you know people who need assistance (whether in District 22 or in other parts of Louisville Metro)?
Click here for information on the Association of Community Ministries.
On this site, click on "Find Your Ministry" to explore the local community help available for any Jefferson County address.
For further information about District 22
or to contact Councilman Kevin Bratcher or Legislative Assistant Jon Bingham,
please visit:
https://louisvilleky.gov/government/metro-council-district-22
 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.
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Pop-Up Drop-Offs are free recycling and large item disposal events for residents of Jefferson County. |
All events are 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. on a Saturday. Please do not arrive early. Vehicles waiting cause traffic backups. Click here for he calendar of locations across the city and more information on how to participate and what items can be dropped off. Louisville Metro residents may use any event date/location, but the closest Pop-Up Drop-Off event is scheduled for July 19th at Fern Creek Elementary/High Schools, 8815 Ferndale Rd.
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.
Call 574-LMPD to report crime tips.
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