 Join us for Plastic Free July
On Tuesday, Mayor Craig Greenberg and the Mayor’s Office of Sustainability officially launched the annual Plastic Free July celebration, a month-long initiative encouraging residents, businesses, and organizations to reduce their reliance on single-use plastics and embrace more sustainable alternatives.
Plastic Free July in Louisville is part of a global movement that empowers millions of people across more than 190 countries to reduce single-use plastic waste. By joining this international effort, the city of Louisville aligns with a shared mission to create cleaner and healthier communities, protect natural ecosystems and inspire long-term environmental change.
Whether it's swapping single-use plastics for reusables, saying no to plastic straws or bringing your own bags to the store -- every action counts.
Not sure what's recyclable in Louisville?
Download the Recycle Coach app and follow kNOw Waste Louisville on social media to get personalized tips, collection reminders and the "What Goes Where" tool to help you reduce waste the smart way.
Let's show our city, and our planet, some love this July.
You can participate this Plastic Free July by:
- Sharing a picture of a reusable swap for a disposable item on social media and tagging @SustainLouisville for a chance to win sustainable swag
- Attending the screening of the documentary We’re All Plastic People Now on Thursday, July 24 at Trellis Brewing, hosted by Beyond Plastics Louisville, in partnership with the Mayor’s Office of Sustainability. Trellis Brewing has generously pledged one dollar for every beverage purchased that evening to benefit the Kentucky Waterways Alliance, an organization committed to protecting, restoring, and celebrating Kentucky's Waterways.
- Following @SustainLouisville and @KnowWasteLou on social media to learn more about the issue and how one can take action – all month and beyond.
Don't forget to use #PlasticFreeJulyLou to inspire others.
Together, we can kNOw Waste and say YES to a cleaner future.
Beechmont Concert Series- New Dates
The Beechmont Neighborhood Association is excited for the return of the annual Beechmont Summer Concert Series. Shows will be held Fridays this summerfrom 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. The Concert Series is designed as a free, outdoor musical experience with local musicians at the Beechmont Gazebo, located at the corner of Southern Parkway and West Woodlawn Avenue. Attendees will enjoy live music, experience the beauty of the Olmsted Parkway, and spend time with neighbors.
We are excited about this great lineup, which has been updated due to rescheduled dates.
-July 11 - Jerry Tolson Trio with Tanita Gaines
-July 18 - Highland Chamber Players
No vendors will be selling food or other items on the event site. However, attendees are encouraged to patronize local businesses in the Woodlawn Corridor and the surrounding areas.
Thanks to Louisville Metro Council District 21 and Swags for sponsoring the Beechmont Summer Concert Series.
Invite your family, friends, and neighbors. Bring a blanket or chair. Enjoy the Beechmont Summer Concert Series!
 Join in for Cyclouvia Frankfort Avenue
On Sunday, July 13th from 2–6 PM as Louisville’s most beloved urban corridors turns into a vibrant, car-free paved park!
Frankfort Avenue will be closed to vehicles from Stilz Avenue to Pope Street, creating a safe and welcoming space for walking, running, biking, skating, scooting, dancing, and everything in between.
This free, fun, and family-friendly event invites neighbors of all ages to connect, play, and enjoy the outdoors in a whole new way.
Location: Frankfort Avenue (Stilz Ave to Pope Street) Date: Sunday, July 13 Time: 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
 You're Invited!
Save the Date: The Wesley House annual Back to School event is happening on Saturday, July 19th, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. This event promises an exciting afternoon filled with fun, food, and community spirit. Wesley House is offering 300 free backpacks for children, available on a first-come, first-served basis. More volunteers and community donations are needed, including:
Join them in making this event a success!
 Important note: These notices are from the Office of Planning, informing neighbors about development applications being submitted.
 Join Us for a Cold Treat!
Mark your calendars for Saturday, July 26, from 2–4 PM, and swing by the Most Blessed Sacrament Gymnasium for a refreshing cold treat. Enjoy a fun-filled afternoon with games, face painting, and music—there's something exciting for the entire family!
 Apply Today!
Each year, MSD’s Urban Reforestation Program partners with local organizations, neighborhood groups, and residents to plant 1,000 trees across Louisville and Jefferson County—strengthening our community’s green infrastructure one tree at a time. These trees actively manage stormwater while enhancing neighborhoods with beauty, shade, and cleaner air. Trees—and the green spaces they support—are powerful allies in protecting our waterways, reducing erosion, and creating a healthier, more resilient city for all.
The Urban Reforestation Program is now accepting applications for tree planting projects. Grants will pay for trees planted within the MSD Drainage Service area, which includes all of Jefferson County except for the cities of Shively, Jeffersontown, St. Matthews and Anchorage. Visit https://louisvillemsd.org/trees for more information and to download the application. The application deadline is Friday August 1, 2025 at 5pm ET.
Please contact trees@louisvillemsd.org or (502)540-6022 with any questions.
 National Night Out 2025 – Building Safer, Stronger Neighborhoods Together!
Mark your calendars for Tuesday, August 5th, and join neighbors, community leaders, and law enforcement for National Night Out 2025 — a nationwide celebration of community-police partnerships and public safety!
This free, family-friendly evening will feature, live music & entertainment, food & giveaways, Fire & EMS displays, LMPD Specialty Units, kids’ activities, and neighborhood and crime prevention resources.
No registration is required — just show up, bring your family, and enjoy the fun while learning more about how we can all help build a safer community.
 Mark your Calendars!
Our next Pop-Up Drop-Off event will be Saturday, July 19 at the Fern Creek Elementary and High School parking lots. Please enter at 8815 Ferndale Rd. Vehicles will exit through the high school lot.
Important reminders:
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
 Here are a list of recourses available for our constituents
LIHEAP:
Enrollment for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Winter Crisis is available through Kentucky's Community Action Network for eligible households until March 31, 2025, or until funds run out. Benefits vary based on housing category, fuel type, and income level and can be used for home heating costs, including electric, natural gas, propane, coal, wood, or fuel oil.
Click here to sign up or learn more
Flight Tracking:
If you have complaints about airport noise, please call Noise Office at 502-363-8516 and follow the below prompts to track flights:
Go to the airport's website www.flylouisville.com. At the top of the page, click on CORPORATE tab. Under the heading LRAA, click on the tab for NOISE COMPATIBILITY PROGRAM. Near the bottom of the page, look for Flight Tracking and click the button for NEAR-LIVE FLIGHT TRACKS DISPLAY. Click the Flight Tracking heading at the top of the page. Click the Accept button to accept the terms and conditions and you can begin viewing flights.
Pothole Reporting:
Use the Louisville Metro online form by clicking here.
Use Twitter by sending the location of the hole to @LouMetro311 and include the hashtag #502pothole.
Call Metro311 or 574-5000 to report potholes or any other issues.
Call our office at 574-1121, and we'll turn it in on your behalf.
To report a pothole on an interstate in Jefferson County, go to the “contact us” dropdown menu and select “report a hazard” on KYTC’s website http://transportation.ky.gov
Recycling:
We are asking for your help to ensure that we are correctly setting out our recycling carts in our district. Follow these tips to ensure that your recycling gets picked up time!
Do: Make sure the lid is closed flat and break the boxes down flat to maximize space.
Don't: Set boxes beside the cart or leave lid open or overflow the cart
For the Public Works recycling schedule click here
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