 Please join us for our next Town Hall Meeting on Wednesday, August 27!
This is an opportunity to learn about projects, legislative initiatives, ask questions, and share your comments.
Louisville area’s required use of government mandated reformulated gas is coming closer to an end. This move follows continued pressure residents and elected officials within the City of Louisville as well as State Elected Leaders in the Kentucky General Assembly. In response, the Mayor, as well as Governor, have moved forward with a proposal to end the Louisville area’s requirement to use reformulated gas.
The effectiveness and supposed benefits of RFG have been called into question for years. Reports suggest that not only was the gas more expensive for residents of the area, but it also didn’t burn as efficiently, which potentially led to other environmental harms.
In 2008 the Metro Council passed a resolution called for the elimination of EPA requirement to use RFG. Members then urged the Mayor and Metro Air Pollution Control District to submit a proposal that would allow for this to occur. More recently, changes in administrations as well as an increased push by legislators such as State Representatives Emily Callaway and Jarad Bauman, and State Senators Mike Nemes, Julie Adams, and Aaron Reed helped secure state support for this change.
This week, Mayor Greenberg signaled that the work at the local and state level were complete and that the final decision to remove the requirement for the Louisville area to use a specific type of boutique RFG was submitted to the EPA for their final approval.
If this proposal is accepted, every Louisville driver could see savings at the pump in the summer months. It is estimated that the use of specific types of gas, such as the ones prescribed for Louisville increase the per gallon cost of unleaded gasoline by ten to twenty-five cents per gallon during the summer months.
We thank those leaders who joined together to help to bring about these changes and fully support this proposed change.
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 The Office of Planning is getting ready for the Fall session of our Zoning Matters conversation series at the libraries, with 5 events scheduled in August and September. This is a great opportunity for residents and community members to connect with city planners, ask questions about zoning and development policies, and get more information about the ongoing Land Development Code (LDC) Reform process, including ways to increase housing opportunity. More information is on our website here: www.louisvilleky.gov/ldcreform. There are two events in and around District 13 this fall:
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South Central Regional Library on Tuesday, August 19th from 3-7PM
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Southwest Regional Library on Tuesday, September 30th from 3-7PM
 LOUISVILLE, Ky. (August 13, 2025) – Today, Louisville Mayor Craig Greenberg announced that two furry new Zoo mates have arrived at the Louisville Zoo courtesy of a special delivery from UPS!
Meet koalas, Chuckels (chuck-uhls), and Myalla (my-ah-lah)!
“We are so excited for Louisville to meet the two newest residents of the Louisville Zoo,” said Mayor Greenberg. “And we’d like to thank the hard-working men and women of UPS who helped make this very special delivery possible. I know Chuckels and Myalla will bring a smile to the faces of the hundreds of thousands of people who visit our zoo every year.”
The iconic Australian marsupials were transported from the West Coast and arrive with a breeding recommendation.
Their journey to Louisville, called “Operation Boomerang,” was entrusted to the UPS logistics experts at Worldport.
“We are incredibly grateful to UPS and their logistics experts for their generosity and dedication in transporting our precious living cargo,” said Dan Maloney, Louisville Zoo Director. “Their commitment to ‘delivering what matters’ ensured the safe transport of our new koala pair. We deeply appreciate this partnership and look forward to future collaboration.”
“Our logistics team worked closely with the Louisville Zoo to meticulously plan and ensure the koalas' safety and comfort during their flight,” said Barry Bragton, UPS Worldport president. "I’m so proud of our UPSers who made this move possible. The planning, execution and delivery were flawless teamwork in action.”
The koalas are currently undergoing acclimation and will soon be viewable in their new habitat. In line with their solitary and territorial nature in the wild, Chuckels and Myalla will be housed separately. Stay tuned to the Zoo’s social and website for updates.
About the Koalas
Chuckels, a 10-year-old male, is named after Chuck Bieler, the man who pioneered the koala program in the United States. Chuckels has sired two joeys. Myalla, a 6-year-old female, takes her name from an Aboriginal word meaning “big talk” and has birthed one joey.
The pair take up residence at the foot of Glacier Run alongside fellow Australian species like the wallaby, emu and cassowary.
Zoo guests can expect to see the koalas frequently snoozing as they digest their eucalyptus leaves, which they subsist on almost exclusively. This plant provides minimal nutrition value and requires significant time to digest. The eucalyptus that they consume will be from one of just two eucalyptus farms in the U.S., both dedicated to supplying zoos.
The word “koala” is believed to derive from the Dharug language, spoken by Aboriginal people in Australia. “Koala” translates to “no drink,” likely referencing to the marsupial’s low water intake. These animals stay hydrated through the water content in the eucalyptus they ingest.
According to the International Union for Conservation of Nature’s (IUCN) Red List of Threatened species, koalas are classified as vulnerable with their population decreasing in the wild. Their primary threats are habitat loss and human development.
Zoo Hours
The Zoo is open daily year-round. Now through September 21, 2025, Zoo hours are 10 a.m. ─ 5 p.m. (stay until 6 p.m.). The Zoo is closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day. Visit louisvillezoo.org for more info.
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.
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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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ADULT PROGRAMS - Fairdale
Computers by Appointment
Thursdays in Aug. 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., Aug. 21, 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. Aug. 11, 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: The Invisible life of Addie LaRue by Victoria E. Schwab
Tue., Aug. 19, 5:30-7:00 PM
Ages 18+
DIY Series: DIY Wooden Bead Keychain
Mon., Aug. 25, 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., Aug. 13, 20, 27, 10:30 -11:30 AM
Sat., Aug 30, 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.
Teen Club
Wed., Aug. 13 & 27, 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.
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