Louisville Metro Government sent this bulletin at 07/11/2025 01:34 PM EDT
COUNCILWOMAN DR. BARBARA SHANKLIN
(502) 574-1102 / 601 West Jefferson Street City Hall, 1st Floor Louisville, KY 40202
Dr. Barbara Shanklin District 2 Councilwoman 601 West Jefferson Street City Hall, 1st Floor Louisville, KY 40202 (502) 574-1102 Barbara.Shanklin@louisvilleky.gov
Caleb Howard Legislative Assistant Caleb.Howard@louisvilleky.gov
On the third Tuesday of each month, a Community Meeting is held to give residents an opportunity to be informed, discuss ideas and share. Be part of the change we want to see for our community. Join us at 6:00PM to share with Councilwoman Dr. Barbara Shanklin.
JOIN US IN-PERSON THIS MONTH TO MEET WITH COUNCILWOMAN SHANKLIN'S OFFICE AT NEWBURG LIBRARY (4800 EXETER AVE.)
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News from Mayor Greenberg and the City of Louisville
Mayor Greenberg announces fewest June homicides in 11 years
First half of 2025 also sees major decrease in citywide gun violence
LOUISVILLE, KY (July 3, 2025) – Mayor Greenberg announced Thursday that gun violence continues to decline across Louisville this year, with June seeing the fewest number of homicides in that month since 2014.
Overall gun violence continues to drop across the city. Through the first half of 2025, homicides are down from 83 last year to 53 this year, a 36% decrease. Nonfatal shootings are also down from 191 last year to 135 this year, a 30% decrease compared to the first half of 2024.
“The data is clear: our efforts to combat gun violence through neighborhood outreach, collaboration with community groups, and stronger law enforcement are resulting in fewer shootings and homicides in Louisville,” said Mayor Greenberg. “But as I’ve said since day one, even one victim is too many, and we will continue to double down on our efforts to stop the violence.”
Louisville is on pace for a third straight year of declining gun violence numbers, with both 2023 and 2024 seeing fewer homicides and nonfatal shootings than the previous year. Mayor Greenberg credits the work of LMPD and other Metro Government agencies and teams, as well as the city’s numerous violence reduction partners, nonprofits, and churches throughout the community.
“From parents and teachers, mentors and coaches, church leaders, police officers, and other government workers, we are seeing positive results because we are all working together to stop the violence,” said Louisville Metro Executive Director of Community Safety Misty Wright. “We will continue building on this momentum to get illegal guns off the street and convince at-risk youth and adults to find different ways to solve their problems, so that no family has to bury their loved one because of gun violence again.”
Earlier this year, Mayor Greenberg launched Safe Louisville, a comprehensive set of strategies and action items that address community safety from every angle. SAFE LOUISVILLE has three pillars: prevention, intervention, and enforcement. Learn more about this plan at www.louisvilleky.gov/safelouisville.
Louisville Metro Council News
Metro Council Approves Amended Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Capital and Operating Budgets
Metro Council continues focus on deferred maintenance, improving safety and investing in community needs
LOUISVILLE, KY (June 27, 2025) - By a vote of 21-4 The Louisville Metro Council approved the amended FY26 Operations Budget for the Louisville Metro for 2025-2026. The Metro Council later voted 20-4 with one abstention to approve the to the amended FY26 Capital Budget.
On April 24th, Mayor Craig Greenberg presented a budget to the Metro Council that for the first time, fully funded the paving needs of the community and maintained progress made in addressing deferred maintenance within our parks, rights of way, and community assets.
Starting in May, members of the Metro Council held nearly two dozen hearings and negotiations culminating today with final amendments and ultimate passage. The amendments were created with the bipartisan leadership of the Metro Council’s Budget Chair Kevin Kramer (District 11) and Vice-Chair Markus Winkler (District 17) while working with fellow councilmembers and Mayor Greenberg’s administration.
Today’s budget amendment addresses the following needs, without creating additional debt.
Public Safety: Amendment increases investment in technology such as flock cameras, traffic feedback signs and sets aside funding for the purchase of property for a future First Responders Training Facility within the County as well as funding to continue work on a new LMPD Headquarters.
Infrastructure: The budget continues to funds road repair with $30 million devoted to repaving along with an additional funding being added to address the expanding needs for road enhancements in high growth areas such as Hurstbourne Parkway, Westport Road, Aiken Road, Fisherville/Eastwood Road, Cedar Creek Road, and Clark’s Station Road.
Safer Streets: The Metro Council allocated nearly $1 million for 18 traffic calming, road enhancement projects that are planned for all corners of the community.
Parks & Recreation: The Metro Council built on progress from previous years by adding even more funding to support addressing the deferred maintenance needs within our parks. A portion of the funding allocated within the Metro Council’s Budget Amendment will continue to bring more investment to Alberta Jones Park, GG Moore Park, the replacement of restrooms and shelter at Hays-Kennedy Park, replacement of lighting for some ballfields at AB Sawyer Park, Design and Planning documents for a new Gymnasium at the Newburg Community Center as well as planning documents for a new gymnasium and reconstructed pool at the Sun Valley Community Center.
Non-Profit Assistance: The Metro Council gave financial support to a number of non-profit agencies serving our community. The Bluegrass Center for Autism will receive $400,000 to support the Bluegrass Center for Autism’s capital campaign to expand their campus to serve more persons within our community. The Dare to Care foodbank also received $600,000. Groups like Goodwill, USA Cares and Roots 101 received financial support to assist with serving various persons within our community.
Housing/Affordable Housing: A total of $24.5 million in funding will be allocated towards addressing the housing needs of people within our community.
The next regularly scheduled Council meeting is on Thursday, July 31, 2025, at 6:00 p.m.
Louisville Metro Health and Wellness News
Mosquitoes test positive for West Nile virus in Jefferson County
So far this year, no confirmed human cases of West Nile have been reported in Jefferson County.
In most instances, people infected with West Nile virus either show no symptoms or relatively mild symptoms. Less than 1% of infected people develop a serious neurologic illness such as encephalitis or meningitis. Serious illness can occur in people of any age. However, people over 60 years of age are at the greatest risk for severe disease. People with certain medical conditions, such as cancer, diabetes, hypertension, kidney disease and people who have received organ transplants are at greater risk for serious illness.
Avoid mosquito bites
Use insect repellents when you go outdoors. Repellents containing DEET, picaridin, IR3535 and some oil of lemon eucalyptus and para-menthane-diol products provide longer-lasting protection. To optimize safety and effectiveness, repellents should be used according to the label instructions. More information about insect repellents can be found here.
When weather permits, wear long sleeves, long pants, and socks when outdoors. Mosquitoes may bite through thin clothing, so spraying clothes with repellent containing permethrin or another EPA-registered repellent will give extra protection. Don't apply repellents containing permethrin directly to your skin. Do not spray repellent on the skin under your clothing.
Take extra care during peak mosquito-biting hours of early morning and dusk. Be sure to use repellent and wear protective clothing from dusk to dawn or consider avoiding outdoor activities during these times.
Prevent mosquito breeding grounds
Help reduce the number of mosquitoes around your home by emptying standing water from flowerpots, gutters, buckets, pool covers, pet water dishes, discarded tires and drain birdbaths on a regular basis.
Install or repair screens on windows and doors to keep mosquitos outside.
Watch this video to learn how to reduce mosquito breeding sites around your home.
To check if your area will be fogged, visit the department’s website or call the mosquito fogging hotline, 502-574-6641.
To make a complaint about mosquitos in your neighborhood call Metro311 by dialing 311 or 502-574-5000.
Free webinar discusses the importance of self-care for professionals
Compassion fatigue and emotional burnout pose significant risks for those in helping professions. To safeguard against these challenges and ensure we provide the best care possible to those we support, it's vital to integrate self-care practices into our daily routines.
The upcoming session, "Self-Care and Empowerment for Helping Professionals," will emphasize the importance of self-care and equip participants to advocate for their own needs. Facilitator Brook West will lead this free virtual event at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, July 16.
Walk, roll or ride: Mayor Greenberg announces CycLOUvia street event returns this weekend
Louisville Mayor Craig Greenberg has announced that CycLOUvia is returning to historic Frankfort Avenue from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday, July 13. During the event, the street will be closed to car traffic from Stilz Avenue to Pope Street, creating a safe space for walking, biking, skateboarding, roller skating, dancing and much more.
“This is a chance for people of all ages and abilities to come together, get active, and experience our city in a new, fun way,” said Mayor Greenberg. “CycLOUvia shows us what safer, more people-friendly streets can look like. It’s also a great opportunity to showcase our local businesses and foster new connections.”
CycLOUvia is modeled after the “Ciclovía” program in Bogotá, Colombia, where for 40 years citizens have enjoyed weekly car-free streets. It taps into a growing movement across the country and around the world – connecting communities through shared public spaces and transforming our urban neighborhoods into lively paved parks for all to enjoy.
Local businesses along Frankfort Avenue welcome our community to explore the unique shops and restaurants along the corridor that give the neighborhood its unique flavor while celebrating alternative modes of transportation.
“Biking, rolling, and strolling are legitimate modes of transportation that aren’t just great for your mental and physical health, they’re great for our community, too,” said Lou Lepping, transportation planner at Louisville Metro’s Department of Transportation. “Events like this create a safe space where people feel supported and proud of the city they live in. Getting out of our cars allows us to engage with our surroundings; traveling just a little slower gives us a real sense of place.”
Drivers are asked to follow detour signs and use alternate routes while the street is temporarily closed for the event.
Winners for Wellness shines a light on Minority Mental Health Awareness Month
July is recognized as Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, and the "Winners for Wellness" festival, which will be held at 12 p.m. on Saturday, July 19 at the California Community Center, 1600 St. Catherine St., is celebrating mental health and fostering community spirit.
The event includes music, games, freebies and workshops where you can learn how to improve your mental health. Everyone’s invited to join in, make new friends and have a great time celebrating wellness and community.
Mayor Greenberg announces new Sensory Kits are now available from the Louisville Free Public Library
LOUISVILLE, KY (July 8, 2025) – Mayor Craig Greenberg announced today the Louisville Free Public Library’s newest resource, Sensory Kits, designed for Louisville’s neurodiverse youth population. Libraries strive to create a welcoming environment for everyone, and the Louisville Free Public Library’s latest service does just that. Curated to offer families and individuals the opportunity to explore sensory-friendly experiences in the library and at home, sensory kits aim to support sensory development, provide educational enrichment, and foster meaningful connections through play and exploration.
“Our libraries are busy every day providing programs and services that help support the educational and social development of children across Louisville Metro. Through innovative new services like these Sensory Kits, we are ensuring our libraries continue to be inclusive, welcoming spaces for all,” said Mayor Greenberg.
Made possible through a grant from the WHAS Crusade for Children, with additional funding from the Library Foundation, the Library now offers two types of sensory kits – one for use by families in the library and one to borrow for use at home.
In-library sensory kits are designed to help children regulate their sensory needs. Something as simple as a pair of noise-canceling headphones or a textured fidget toy can make all the difference in how a young person experiences the library, ensuring that every family can access the joy of hands-on learning regardless of sensory needs. In-library kits are available at all library locations and are equipped with noise-canceling headphones, wobble seats, sunglasses, and fidget toys.
Each of the Library’s take-home sensory kits represent a different theme—bedtime, animals, music, S.T.E.A.M., and textures—and include sensory toys, practical tools, engaging books, and helpful guides that suggest ways to fully enjoy and benefit from the materials. More than temporary tools, take-home kits empower families to try out resources before making a financial investment. These sensory kits can be borrowed for up to 21-days and can be reserved for checkout at any LFPL branch.
“Library sensory kits can make the difference between families feeling left out and feeling like they belong,” said Library Interim Executive Director Barbara Sexton Smith. “We are so grateful to WHAS Crusade for Children and the Library Foundation for making this important service available, free of charge, to our community.”
Louisville Free Public Library connects the residents of Louisville and Jefferson County to knowledge and information at our branch locations and on the web at LFPL.org. Come on in, the whole world’s inside.
The Library – at the crossroads of knowledge and know-how. Visit www.LFPL.org to learn more.
Waste Management News
The Waste Reduction Center at 636 Meriwether Avenue is open. This is a popular disposal site for large loads of unbagged yard waste, tree limbs and stumps up to three feet in diameter, construction debris, and large household items. (Fees may apply.) Residents can dispose of up to four tires, up to three electronic items, and up to three large household items for FREE! Details can be found on the website. Open Tuesday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Saturday, 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Last week, our Solid Waste Enforcement Team conducted an impound blitz to crack down on illegal dumping—and the results were significant. Using surveillance camera footage, the team identified and impounded nine vehicles involved in dumping debris at various locations across the city.
Four of those impounds were made possible thanks to residents who shared their own surveillance footage with our team. Your eyes on the ground make a real difference in keeping our city clean!
Each vehicle was traced back to its registered owner, who received:
A $500 fine
Additional cleanup and impound fees
A one-on-one conversation with our team about proper disposal methods
Illegal dumping harms our neighborhoods, strains city resources and won’t be tolerated. This blitz is part of our ongoing commitment to keeping Louisville clean, safe and beautiful for everyone.
Not sure how to dispose of something? Use the Recycle Coach app to search for any item and find out how to properly recycle, dispose or drop it off. You can also visit our website for detailed guidance.
See something? Say something! You can report illegal dumping online through Metro311 at Louisvilleky.gov/metro311. Your report helps us take action quickly and keep our neighborhoods clean. To submit photos or video of illegal dumping directly to our team, visit Louisvilleky.gov/IllegalDumpingand fill out the reporting form.
Let’s work together to keep Louisville clean and hold illegal dumpers accountable!
Help Stop Illegal Dumping!
To report materials that have been illegally dumped or "junk" set out on the wrong day, use Metro311 or 574-5000.
If you WITNESSED A PERSON illegal dumping and have information (pictures, license plate #, etc.), please report it on our new online form.
Keep an eye out for the vehicles our Enforcement Team is currently looking for!
Don't contribute to the problem!
If you hire someone to dispose waste for you,ask to see their Waste Hauler License and do not pay without a disposal receipt. Properly disposing of truck loads of materials costs at least $50 - if you're charged less than that, be suspicious. Perpetrators will often take your money and illegally dump your items to avoid the disposal fee. Drop off up to three household items for free at the Waste Reduction Center. (Disposal fees may apply for additional items.)
Only set out junk or bulky items during your scheduled set out period. Residents in the Urban Services District can sign up for set out reminders using the Recycle Coach app. Residents outside of the Urban Services District should call their contracted waste hauler for information.
Tips to Prevent Illegal Dumping on your Property
Keep your property well lit and clear of overgrown trees and shrubs.
Monitor your property - the presence of illegally dumped materials or bulky items set out too early attracts additional dumping.
Install security cameras - send your video or photos anonymously to us and enforcement officers can use identifying information to catch the perpetrator.
Cover your loads! A lot of litter ends up on the highway because of waste not properly contained in trucks
Remove vehicle debris after an accident. When a wrecked vehicle is removed, the debris must be removed with it.
Report materials that have been illegally dumped or "junk" set out on the wrong day to Metro311 or call 311 or 574-5000.
If you WITNESSED A PERSON illegally dumping and have information (pictures, license plate #, etc.) report it on our online form.
If you hire someone to dispose waste for you, ask to see their Waste Hauler License and do not pay without a disposal receipt. Properly disposing of truckloads of material costs at least $50 - if you're charged less than that, be suspicious. Perpetrators will often take your money and illegally dump items to avoid the disposal fee. Drop off up to three household items for free at the Waste Reduction Center. (Disposal fees apply for additional items.)
Only set out large items during your scheduled set out period. Residents in the Urban Services District can sign up for set out reminders using the Recycle Coach app. Residents outside the Urban Services District should call their contracted waste hauler for information.
Dispose of large items like tires and furniture at Pop-Up Drop-Off events – free recycling and large item disposal events for residents of Jefferson County.
If you see a streetlight out in your neighborhood (or anywhere in Louisville), please note the address and report it to LG&E for repair. Click here to fill out the online form to report broken or malfunctioning streetlights. We always recommend adding your contact information to the request, so a technician who has questions can contact you. LG&E makes repairs during the day. Make sure you follow up if the streetlight hasn’t been repaired within seven (7) days.
The purpose of this monthly newsletter is to communicate with our community partners about events and provide information you may find beneficial to have and share with your neighbors. Our monthly letter will provide you with an overview of crime trends within the division and highlight the work our talented women and men do each day serving our community. We will also provide any information that could impact our neighborhoods and travel such as construction and festivals. Please feel free and share this newsletter with your friends, family, and neighbors. Signing up will ensure they receive the newsletter as soon as it is published.
LMPD reminder: Please secure your property and stay vigilant!
The city has seen an increase of illegal activity, including vandalism, vehicle thefts, items stolen from vehicles, and gun shots reported over the past year. Here are several tips from LMPD that may seem simple but could be very effective in preventing crime in our neighborhoods!
Immediately report any suspicious person, activity (gunshots), or vehicles to (502) 574-7111 or (502) 574-TIPS. This is not just for vehicle vandalism but drug activity, home/garage vandalism, gun shots - ANY suspicious activity! Make a police report!
- Never leave anything of value in your vehicle; this includes laptops, purses, GPS devices, and even loose change. - Always lock your vehicle doors. - Remove garage door openers from vehicles usually parked outside. - Do not leave your keys in your vehicle. Do not warm up your vehicles without you in them! - Do not leave the windows of you vehicle open, or partially open. - Consider additional lighting around your property; try to park your vehicle in a well-lit area. - Never leave a firearm unprotected in your vehicle.
Please remember to not leave your vehicle running and unattended!
Metro Emergency Repair Program
Eligibility criteria:
Must be owner occupied for at least one year.
Not available on rental property.
Must meet income guidelines (see intake staff).
May receive assistance once in a five year period.
Louisville-Jefferson County only.
Types of repairs:
Furnace repair or replacement (October-April only).
A/C unit- repair or replacement (Requires medical statement, available May-Sept. only).
Electrical repairs/upgrades.
Water line repairs/replacement.
Sewer line repairs/replacement.
Water heater repair/replacement (gas or electric).
Peace Presbyterian Church (4210 East Indian Trail, Louisville, KY 40213)
Open every 2nd Monday of the month -- 10am - 12pm
Forest Baptist Church (4500 Petersburg Road, Louisville, KY 40218)
Open every 1st Thursday of the month -- 4pm - 6pm
Information about both pantries:
Serving households in the 40213, 40218 & 40219 Zip Codes Only
First Come, First Served Basis
Picture ID & proof of residency required!
LouieConnect
Louisville non-profits have launched a new website to help connect people in need of food, shelter, and more. Metro United Way and the Family Scholar House partnered to create LouieConnect, modeling it on a similar site created in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. When someone uses LouieConnect, the web-based app asks for basic information and then lists applicable resources nearby — from food pantries to shelters to career centers to financial literacy programs.
***Important Metro Services Phone Numbers***
Air Pollution: (502) 574-6000
Animal Services: (502) 363-6609 or (502) 361-1318
Brightside: (502) 574-2613
Community Services & Revitalization: (502) 574-4377
Congressman Morgan McGarvey: (502) 582-5129
IPL (Code Enforcement): (502) 574-3321
Legal Aid Society: (502) 584-1254
LG&E Business: (502) 627-3313 or (800)- 331-7370
LG&E Residential: (502) 589-1444 or (800) 331-7370
LMPD 6th Division: (502) 574-2187
LMPD Anonymous Tipline: (502) 574-LMPD (5673)
LMPD: (Non Emergency): (502) 574-7111 or (502) 574-2111
