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Hello neighbors and friends,
I’m excited to introduce our District 7 intern, Kamani!
Kamani joined us on September 2 and will be with us through December 4 as part of her fall semester internship, a partnership with the University of Louisville and the Louisville Metro Council. She’s majoring in Criminal Justice with minors in Spanish and Political Science. Impressive, huh?
This semester, Kamani is enrolled in Spanish 201, Criminal Research, Communication Statistics, and Political Science 510. After completing her undergraduate studies, she plans to attend law school, with the goal of owning a firm and practicing in multiple areas of law. In her spare time, she enjoys reading, creative writing, Pilates, and watching movies.
During her time with us, Kamani will be rolling up her sleeves on a couple of important projects. One involves researching the use of flock cameras in other cities. While Louisville uses these cameras sparingly, residents here in Louisville Metro have mixed feelings about them. Kamani’s research will help us better understand how other municipalities view the advantages and disadvantages, and I’ll use her findings to foster data-driven conversations with my Council colleagues. She’ll also be reaching out to businesses along Brownsboro Road to learn how ongoing construction projects have impacted them. We know it’s been tough for many businesses whose customers have had trouble navigating the roadwork. So, Kamani will gather input directly from owners, and we’ll share her findings with the mayor’s office in hopes of finding creative ways to support our local businesses while construction continues.
In addition to the research projects, Kamani will attend the three Louisville Metro Council committees I serve on — Labor and Economic Development, Government Oversight and Appointments, and Budget. She’ll wite brief summaries of each meeting. Her first summary is featured below under Metro Council News.
I’m very pleased to have Kamani on board. She brings a calming spirit and a sense of curiosity to our office. Please join me in giving her a warm District 7 welcome!
As always, thank you for the opportunity to serve you. I hope to see you out this weekend, enjoying the many activities around our community.
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NOTICE OF DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION
FILED WITH PLANNING & DESIGN SERVICES
A revised development plan application to construct 10 duplex style dwelling units was filed with the department of Louisville Metro Planning & Design Services. This plan was previously approved for 12 dwelling units.
ADDRESS: 4490 & 4492 Brownsboro Road
CASE #: 24-DDP-0073
PDS CASE MANAGER: Kaitlin Dever
To view documents related to this proposal, please visit: http://louisvilleky.gov/government/planning-design and click on Search Case Information If this application requires a public meeting, another notice will be sent notifying you of the date, time and location of the meeting.
If you have questions about this proposal, or would like to view the case file, please contact Louisville Metro Planning & Design Services at: Metro Development Center 444 S. 5th Street, 3rd Floor Louisville, KY 40202 (502) 574-6230.
Boots & Beer, LLC d/b/a Tecovas, with a mailing address of 2101 Sea Eagle View, Austin, Texas 78738, hereby declares intention(s) to apply for the following license(s) no later than August 29, 2025:
- Quota Retail Drink • NQ4 Retail Malt Beverage Drink • Special Sunday Retail Drink • Sampling
The business to be licensed will be located at: 7900 Shelbyville Rd, Space J10 Louisville, Kentucky 40222
The owner(s) are as follows: Boots & Beer, LLC is a foreign limited liability company authorized to do business in the Commonwealth of Kentucky, the sole owner of which is Lorna Allison Angelillo, 2101 Sea Eagle View, Austin, Texas 78738.
Any person, association, corporation, or body politic may protest the granting of these licenses. Protests must be submitted in writing within thirty (30) days of the date of legal publication to:
Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control 500 Mero Street, 2NE33 Frankfort, KY 40601
Publication date: August 21, 2025 Reference number: LSBN0355852
The Louisville Metro Council met this week to approve initiatives affecting downtown development, local boards, and the FY26 budget.
Here is a summary of what took place during the three committee meetings on which Councilwoman McCraney serves (Labor and Economic Development, Government Oversight and Appointments, and Budget):
- Downtown & Economic Development
- Approved the Economic Improvement Plan for West Downtown/Fourth Street District (Jan–Dec 2026).
- The Louisville Downtown Management District programs will continue ambassador services, placemaking projects, marketing, and events.
- Downtown residential development: 6,500 units, 2,500 under construction, with emphasis on affordable and workforce housing.
- The council supported tourism-focused initiatives and enhanced street cleaning.
- Board Appointments
- Commission on Persons with Disabilities: Two new members appointed.
- Tourism & Convention Boards: Michael Anderson and Ryan Bridgman re-appointed.
- Waste Management District 109 & Waterfront Development Corporation: Reappointments approved.
- FY26 Budget & Capital Projects
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Ordinance 21-12-225: $800,000 fund transfers for sidewalks, parks, street paving, and recycling center improvements in District 7 (approved unanimously).
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Ordinance 21-3-25: $40,000 reallocated to the District 15 Cost Center budget for personnel costs (approved unanimously).
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Ordinance 21-7-25: Real property tax decreased to 11.8 per $100 assessed value; FY26 funded without a referendum (approved unanimously).
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Ordinance 21-2-5: Jefferson County Extension District tax request withdrawn; precautionary non-support ordinance approved.
Summary: Council actions advance downtown development, key board appointments, and FY26 budget priorities.
The Metro Council meeting is Thursday, September 11, at 6:00 p.m.
To watch the Council meeting and access the agenda and related attachments, click HERE.
To see all meetings on Facebook Live, go to the Metro Council Facebook page by clicking here. To watch Metro Council Meetings live on YouTube, you can visit the LouisvilleMetroTV channel by clicking here,
The public can also view all council and committee meetings on Metro TV, Spectrum Cable Channel 184, or on UVERSE at Channel 99. Proceedings are live-streamed from the Metro Council Clerk’s Archived Media page here.
For additional information or questions, you can reach the Metro Council Clerk’s Office at (502) 574-3902.
Click here to access the Mayor's Minute that highlights major investments and community celebrations across our city, from launching the $2 million South End Loan and Incentive Fund and opening UofL’s new Engineering Student Success and Research Building, to welcoming Uncle Boojie’s Distilling in Paristown and joining Humana Community Day volunteers. Don’t miss the 10th anniversary of the Louisville Pride Festival on Bardstown Road this weekend.
Weekend Ramp Closures on I-65 South in Louisville Postponed
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (Sept. 5, 2025) – Previously planned work to apply high friction surface treatments (HFST) to three southbound Interstate 65 ramps in Louisville has been postponed due to weather. The previously planned ramp closures will not take place this weekend and will be rescheduled for a later date.
High friction surface treatments (HFST) are designed to enhance roadway safety by increasing pavement friction, especially in wet weather conditions, and also provides added protection for concrete surfaces.
Updated ramp closure information will be shared once the work is rescheduled.
TRAFFIC ADVISORY: Updated Schedule for Blasting Operations as Part of I-264 Widening and Improvement Project in Louisville
Operations scheduled for approximately 2 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 11 a.m. on Fridays
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (Sept. 4, 2025) – The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) advises motorists of an updated blasting schedule as part of the $130 million widening and improvement project of I-264 and U.S. 42 (Brownsboro Road) in Louisville.
Blasting operations are now anticipated to occur Mondays through Thursdays at approximately 2 p.m., and Fridays at approximately 11 a.m. Intermittent roadblocks are required during blasting operations, and delays of up to 20 minutes are possible. Motorists should use caution, follow posted signage, and allow extra travel time during the scheduled roadblocks. Blasting operations may be canceled on short notice due to weather or unforeseen circumstances. Daily blasting notifications will no longer be issued, and additional details regarding blasting locations and operations will be shared when available.
The highway improvement project is expected to be completed by the Fall of 2027. More details, including project timelines and traffic impacts, will be shared online as work progresses. Motorists are encouraged to sign up for email alerts regarding weekly traffic impacts pertaining to the project.
For the latest traffic and travel updates across the Commonwealth of Kentucky, visit goky.ky.gov. Information specific to District 5 counties is also available on Facebook and X.
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Belvedere Redesign Community Listening Sessions
Monday, September 8, 6pm Iroquois Library
Tuesday, September 9, 6pm Northeast Regional
Saturday, September 13, Noon Douglass Community Center
Monday, September 15, 6pm Shawnee Library
Wednesday, September 17, Noon Kentucky Center (North Lobby) (inside facing the Belvedere-that back facing window)
Click below to access a WLKY story about the Belvedere: https://www.wlky.com/article/louisville-revitalize-belvedere-downtown/63450024
You can complete the community engagement survey as well!
The University of Louisville’s University Career Center and Student Success Center are calling on the community to support students preparing to take the next step in their careers. Through the Dress to Impress initiative, they are collecting new and gently used business and business-casual clothing and accessories to help students look and feel confident at career fairs, interviews, and internships.
This is your chance to make a meaningful impact. A single outfit could help open the door to a life-changing opportunity.
Items needed include suits, blazers, slacks, dresses, blouses, belts shoes, ties, handbags, and other professional accessories.
Donation drop-off locations
- Student Success Center at 201 East West Shipp Avenue, Louisville KY 40208
- University Career Center at 2211 South Brook Street, Louisville KY 40208
- South Entrance of the Clinical and Translational Research Building at 505 South Hancock Street, Louisville KY 40202
Donation deadline: All items must be received by September 10.
Clean your closet with purpose and help a Cardinal take flight. Your generosity today can shape someone's tomorrow.
Louisville Wing Week Returns with $8 Wing Specials
Mark your calendars, wing lovers. Louisville Wing Week is back September 8 through 14, 2025. For seven flavorful days, local restaurants across Louisville and Southern Indiana will be serving their own spin on savory wings, all for just $8 a plate. From classic sauces to bold creative flavors, this year’s lineup promises something for every craving.
Kickoff Event
Before the week officially begins, fans can celebrate at the Kickoff Event hosted by Hop Atomica, 1318 McHenry Street, on Thursday, September 4, from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. Guests can enjoy the Kickoff Special, one wing of each featured sauce paired with a half pint of The Rooster IPA, for only $6.
Participating Restaurants
This year’s participants include 80/20 @ Kaelin’s, Agave & Rye, Momma’s Mustard Pickles & BBQ, Four Pegs SmokeHouse, Impellizzeri’s Pizza, Joella’s Hot Chicken, and Hop Atomica among others. For the full list of more than two dozen restaurants, follow @WingWeekLouisville on Instagram and Facebook and download the Louisville Wing Week app.
Event Details
Dates: September 8 through 14, 2025 Deals: $8 wing specials at participating restaurants Age: All ages welcome, though some locations may be 21 and over Official Beer Sponsor: Hop Atomica App Bonus: Check in at four or more restaurants through the Louisville Wing Week app for a chance to win a grand prize
Each year, millions of birds migrate over Louisville. It is for this reason we ask you to be mindful about the lighting at your home. Many birds are injured or killed due to artificial lighting at night that knocks them off course or cause them to fly into windows and buildings.
Here's how you can help, Louisville. Throughout the months of September and October, between 11:00 p.m. - 6:00 a.m., please reduce artificial light at night by turning off nonessential lights and closing blinds and curtains that attract lighting.
There are other ways to help. Please click here for more information.
Louisville Pride Festival Turns 10: Get Ready to Celebrate “Decades of Resistance & Hope!”
Mark your calendars for Saturday, September 6th as Louisville Pride returns bigger and better than ever for its 10th anniversary! Join us on Bardstown Road from 11am to 10pm for a FREE day of community, celebration, and LGBTQ+ pride.
This year’s theme, “Decades: Resistance and Hope Through The Years,” honors the incredible journey of our community. We’ll come together to recognize our past struggles, celebrate our resilience, and look forward to a future filled with hope and equality.
The festival features two entertainment stages, over 100 vendors, wellness tent, family zone, and delicious food and drink along the way!
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Louisville Grows’ Fall Seeds & Starts Sale is almost here! This one-day event is the perfect opportunity for gardeners to stock up on high-quality, cool-season plant starts - from leafy greens to root vegetables and herbs - just in time for fall planting.
When: Saturday, September 13, 2025 • 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Where: Louisville Grows Greenhouse, 1641 Portland Ave, Louisville, KY 40203
What: Nutritious, high-quality plant starts perfect for cool-season gardening.
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Showing Up and Caring Out Loud
September 8 is recognized nationwide as 988 Day, a time to raise awareness about the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline and the power of showing up and caring out loud.
In Louisville, Seven Counties Services is one of the original members of the 988 Lifeline, a national hotline that provides 24/7 confidential support for mental health concerns, suicide, and substance use. Suicide remains a serious public health issue and is the 11th leading cause of death in the United States.
Over the past year, the local 988 call center handled 12,771 calls, with nearly 9,000 coming from the Louisville Metro area. The hotline is available to anyone through phone, text, chat, and video phone options.
In addition to responding in real time, mental health professionals at the center also make follow-up calls. Over the past year, they placed more than 6,000 outgoing calls to ensure individuals remained safe and supported.
On 988 Day, help spread the word that hope and help are only three numbers away.
If you or someone you know needs immediate support, visit our Suicide Prevention webpage for more information and resources.
Event Date • Saturday, September 14 – Free Microchip Clinic at Animal House, 3516 Newburg Rd, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
These clinics are a great opportunity to protect your pets with permanent identification and access affordable care. For full details, visit the event page: Louisville Metro Animal Services on Facebook.
Visit Animal House on Newburg Rd., to meet the adoptable pets. It's open daily from noon to 6 p.m. Click her for more information: linktree.com/yourcityshelter
There’s still time to take advantage of federal energy tax credits and local savings. The Solarize Louisville application deadline has been extended until Monday, September 15.
With the passage of federal legislation in July, the window to claim federal energy incentives has narrowed. Households must act before December 31, 2025 to qualify for the Residential Clean Energy Credit.
When combined with the Solarize discount, residents can cut the cost of going solar by nearly 50%. Learn more and apply today at SolarizeLouisville.com.
Last Chance Solar 101 Workshops with Daily Green Power Meet one of Solarize Louisville’s 2025 installers and get your questions answered:
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Prospect Monday, September 8 | 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. Prospect City Hall, 9200 US Highway 42, Prospect, KY 40059
St. Matthews Tuesday, September 9 | 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. St. Matthews Eline Library, 3940 Grandview Ave, Louisville, KY 40207
On Thursday, September 11, Churchill Downs will honor the courage, commitment, and selfless service of our community’s first responders. Gates open at 4 p.m. with the first race beginning at 5 p.m.
This special day at the races is dedicated to the firefighters, police officers, EMTs, paramedics, and emergency dispatchers who stand on the front lines to keep our communities safe. First responders and their families are invited to join in a day of racing, recognition, and celebration.
Complimentary and Discounted Tickets
- Free admission for all first responders with valid ID
- Discounted $40 tickets available for Millionaires Row or Skye Terrace (call Group Sales at 502-636-4450 to purchase)
Event Highlights
- $2 select domestic beer (5–8 p.m. at The Paddock Bar)
- Live music on the Paddock Plaza Stage by Piper Madison
- Delicious bites from food trucks: Con Aji y Cafe, Ramiros, Lil Cheezers, Drakes, and HurriKanes
- Photo ops and displays with emergency vehicles from Louisville Metro Emergency Services and Alpha Event Medicine
- Community engagement with the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office Community Engagement Team
- Fire safety education with the Louisville Fire Department Public Education Team
- Step inside the Norton Sports Health Jockey Care Center to learn about programs supporting jockey health
Special Moments
- Presentation of Colors and National Anthem performance at 4:30 p.m., led by the LMPD Color Guard
- Recognition of extraordinary service, including two Purple Heart recipients and thirteen Medal of Valor awardees
- Honoring the Norton Healthcare and Alpha Medicine teams who safeguard Churchill Downs each race day
Join Churchill Downs as they celebrate and thank the everyday heroes who put service above self.
Get ready, Louisville. Louder Than Life, America’s largest four-night rock festival, is back on September 18 at the Kentucky Exposition Center’s Highland Festival Grounds. With more than 160 bands across four stages, this year’s lineup promises an unforgettable weekend of nonstop music and energy.
Top acts include Slayer, Avenged Sevenfold, Deftones, Bring Me The Horizon, Rob Zombie, Sleep Token, Bad Omens, $uicideboy$, All Time Low, Cypress Hill, Chiodos, Lamb of God, Breaking Benjamin, Evanescence, Marilyn Manson, and many more.
Tickets are on sale now, ranging from $150 to $1,999. Don’t miss your chance to be part of one of the biggest music events in the country.
For the full lineup and ticket information, visit louderthanlifefestival.com.
A Louisville tradition for more than 40 years, Boo at the Zoo presented by Meijer is back for its 44th year of merry, not scary fun. The event runs September 27 through October 30 on Thursday through Sunday nights. Tickets are on sale now at louisvillezoo.org/boo.
Families are invited to dress up in their wildest costumes and enjoy trick-or-treating for kids 11 and under, festive photo ops, music, and themed attractions including the Spooktacular Carousel, the Spider House, and the Headless Horseman of Sleepy Hollow. Boo at the Zoo is an all-inclusive, after-hours experience that turns the Zoo into a living storybook.
Tickets are $13.75 for non-members ages 3 and up, $7.25 for members, and free for children 2 and under. Capacity is limited each night and popular dates are expected to sell out quickly. Beginning September 21, a limited number of discounted “anytime tickets” will be available at participating Meijer stores for $11.75.
Special nights include Allergy-Friendly Night on October 22 and Sensory-Friendly Night on October 29. Both offer tailored experiences to make the event accessible and fun for all families.
Proceeds from Boo at the Zoo support the Louisville Zoo’s animal care, education, and visitor programs.
For tickets, costume guidelines, and a full list of activities, visit louisvillezoo.org/boo.
Mark your calendars for the 12th Annual Brightside Bash presented by Republic Bank Foundation on Wednesday, October 1, from 5:30 – 8:00 p.m. at Clayton & Crume’s flagship store in Nulu (216 S. Shelby St., Louisville, KY 40202).
The Brightside Bash is the Brightside Foundation’s largest and most important fundraiser of the year, supporting programs that keep Louisville and Jefferson County clean, green, and beautiful. Proceeds benefit Brightside’s vital work in community cleanliness, beautification, and education initiatives that make a lasting impact on our neighborhoods.
This year’s event promises to be one for the books, bringing together community members and supporters to celebrate the collective effort of making Louisville shine brighter.
Be sure to purchase your tickets and join the celebration of a cleaner, more beautiful city!
Just for Fun: Seek and Find
Take a quick break and test your eye for detail. Check out this week’s seek-and-find puzzle and see how fast you can spot all the hidden items. Share it with a friend or co-worker and turn it into a friendly challenge.
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