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Neighbors, we need you!
Whether you’ve lived here for decades, just moved in or a visitor, District 4 is your home—and it thrives when we all pitch in.
We’re looking for volunteers of all ages and backgrounds to help power our community programs, events, and local efforts.
No fancy titles needed. Just bring your time, your talents, and your heart.
From helping at block parties to registration at community events, or lending a hand at town cleanups—there’s a role for everyone.
This is your chance to:
- Meet new people and make connections
- Share your skills or learn something new
- Help shape the future of our community
- Be part of something bigger than yourself
Sign up today and let’s make District 4 stronger, together.
Register at https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/Mfr94WFfng
District 4 Metro Councilman Ken Herndon Announces New Community Townhall!
Thursday, October 9th
6-7:30
Republic Bank YMCA
1720 West Broadway in the Conference Room
District 4 will be hosting LMPD Chief Paul Humphrey for an open discussion as the first official installment of the D4 Community Townhall.
From this point forward, these quarterly forums are open to all District 4 constituents and will replace the D4 Advisory Board Meetings, which were only open to designated neighborhood representatives, and will feature an open conversation with local government officials.
In two previous meetings, earlier this year, we have welcomed representatives from TARC and Codes and Regulations in what were robust, informative discussions.
 With incidents that has taken place in District 4 and around our city, Councilman Herndon initiated R-112-25 titled "Kids Over Guns".
In 2012, the State Legislature banned all Kentucky cities from enacting any local common-sense gun laws. Councilman Herndon’s resolution asks them to allow Jefferson County only to be able to pass common-sense laws to protect our children.
This Resolution will be apart of the Public Safety Meeting scheduled for Wednesday, October 8th at 4pm.
Read about Councilman Herndon's Resolution "Kids Over Guns", here.
Councilman Ken Herndon invites residents of the California neighborhood to a special Voices & Visions community meeting focused on the future of California Park.
The meeting will feature special guest Jason Canuel, Director of Parks & Recreation, who will help facilitate conversations on potential improvements for California Park.
Ideas may include a new spray ground, repurposing the tennis courts, or other enhancements suggested by the community.
Councilman Herndon is encouraging the youth of the community to attend to share their VOICES and VISIONS for how the park can better serve their needs.
Join Councilman Ken Herndon and Councilwoman Tammy Hawkins for the next Community Violence Prevention Meeting.
Monday, October 13, 2025
6:00 p.m.
Goodwill West Louisville Opportunity Center
(2820 West Broadway St.)
Agenda
6-6:30 p.m. Welcome & Introductions
6:30-6:45 p.m. Review of September meeting
6:45-7:45 p.m. Breakout Committee Sessions
7:45-8:00 p.m. Reassemble/Wrap-up
Neighbors of California, Victory Park, and Beecher Terrace—your voice matters more than ever.
Councilman Herndon invites you to join the District 4 Neighborhood Days Debrief as we reflect on this year’s celebrations and begin planning for an even more impactful 2026.
These gatherings aren’t just about looking back—they’re about building forward.
Whether you attended and/or planned California Day, Victory Park Day, or Beecher Terrace Day, your insights, ideas, and energy are the foundation of what comes next.
Come ready to share what worked, what could be better, and what bold new ideas we can bring to life.
Debrief Locations & Times:
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California Day: 11 AM – 12 PM @ California Community Center (1600 St. Catherine Street)
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Victory Park Day: 1 PM – 2 PM @ Victory Park Lodge (1051 S. 23rd Street)
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Beecher Terrace Day: 3 PM – 4 PM @ Beecher Terrace Community Room (980 W. Liberty St.)
You're Invited: Clifton Heights Community Council Meeting
Join us for the upcoming Clifton Heights Community Council Meeting on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, from 7:00 to 8:00 PM at the Pigment Room in the Mellwood Art Center.
This is a great opportunity for area residents and businesses to connect, share concerns, and hear updates from local leadership.
Special guests include:
- Councilman Ken Herndon (District 4)
- Councilman Andrew Owen (District 9)
Your voice matters—come be part of the conversation shaping our neighborhood!
Join the Neighborhood Watch Program!
LMPD is inviting neighborhoods across our community to take part in the Neighborhood Watch Program, a proven way to strengthen safety and build community connection.
By registering, your neighborhood will receive one FREE metal Neighborhood Watch sign, installed by Public Works about two weeks after the application is processed.
Additional signs can be purchased for $55 each.
To register, scan the QR code on the flyer.
"Early Bird" Pre-Registration: October 6-October 30, 2025
Households with elderly (60 years +) or disabled individuals receiving Social Security, SSI, Pension, or Black Lung benefits are able to pre-register (by appointment if they meet the subsidy criteria) Benefits will not be paid out until on or after November 3rd
To learn more about LIHEAP qualifications or to register, click HERE
With Louisville Metro Council’s Fall Break taking place from September 29 to October 3, this week is dedicated to committee meetings for Councilmembers.
For those who may not be aware, Councilman Herndon serves on the following committees:
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Labor and Economic Development – Monday, October 7 at 3:00 PM
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Public Works – Monday, October 7 at 4:00 PM
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Public Safety – Tuesday, October 8 at 4:00 PM
The next Metro Council meeting is Thursday, October 16th 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
Mayor Craig Greenberg is moving Louisville forward in a new direction! Whether you are a long-time resident or a visitor, there’s a lot to check out in this month’s Mayor’s Message.
Read the Mayor's Message, here.
Who: Louisville Parks and Recreation, California Community Center
What: Breast Cancer Awareness Community Run/Walk with health and fitness resources
When: Saturday October 18 from 12-3 p.m. (Walk starts at 1)
Where: California Community Center 1600 W. St. Catherine Street
Note: This is an annual event that the supervisor over California Community Center, Rhonda Harrison plans and is very passionate about because she lost her sister to breast cancer.
2025 Violence Reduction Summit
Friday, October 24, 2025
9 AM – 4:30 PM
Goodwill West Louisville Opportunity Center, 2820 W Broadway
The Louisville Metro Office of Violence Prevention would like to announce this citywide summit convening to collectively strength Louisville’s violence prevention landscape. This summit will bring together residents, community and policy-making leaders, clinical care, research and data specialists, and business executives to reinforce the collaborative work needed to end local violence.
Registration is free – link for tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2025-violence-reduction-summit-tickets-1595754878799
Ageism Awareness Day is an opportunity to draw attention to the impact of ageism in our society and work together to build age-inclusive communities.
Ageism refers to stereotypes (how we think), prejudice (how we feel), and discrimination (how we act) toward others or ourselves based on age. It negatively impacts our health and well-being, our financial security, and the economy. It impacts us at every age.
Ageism Awareness Day:
- Raise awareness about ageism’s impact and the importance of age-inclusion
- Encourage and promote member efforts to raise awareness and collaborate
- Flood the internet and media with a realistic picture of aging and tools for change
The good news is that we can do something about it together on Ageism Awareness Day Click HERE to see how you can support
Saturday, October 18th
Norton Healthcare Sport & Learning Center
3029 W. Muhammad Ali Blvd
Registration open: 815am
Race Begins: 9:00am
$25 Registration Includes: T:shirt and Tumbler
Vendors and Participants can register HERE
This legacy program has been a signature event at Project Warm for over 40 years.
It helps older adults and disabled citizens with winterization and weatherization of their homes. It helps keep the warm air in and the cold air out while also keeping energy costs down.
It's a FREE program and we are seeking up to 100 applicants/clients for it.
Please have them call the Project Warm office at (502) 636-9276
Saturday, October 18th | All Day!
All Over Louisville | Register Your Group Here
Time to get out and give our city a nice Fall cleaning! Join thousands of Louisvillians as we all Clean Up together! As always, clean up supplies and post-cleanup bag collection are provided and all are welcome to participate.
Special thanks to our returning sponsor WM, for their continued support and generosity. Their commitment to helping keep our city cleaner and safer for all of us is exemplified through their partnership with Brightside and our volunteers!
Register Here - https://louisvilleky.gov/government/brightside/brightside-wm-community-wide-cleanup
Veteran's Day Parade is Nov 8 @11am in Nulu
Assembly will be at Lincoln Elementary
Review will be at Market and Clay/Seating will be available there
Register to be apart of the parade, here.
Step Inside a White House Cocktail Hour… Like No Other
Did you know Franklin Delano Roosevelt hosted a cocktail hour nearly every day at the White House, welcoming guests from all walks of life to sip, laugh, and connect? Inspired by this tradition, Actors Theatre of Louisville presents a bold new immersive play that brings that lively spirit to the stage: FDR's Very Happy Hour.
Join us in reflecting on history, humor, and the challenges of community while sharing in a playful, social experience where strangers become friends. It’s a night of conversation, connection, and theater unlike anything you’ve seen before.
The show runs October 15–26th. Reserve your tickets today!
LMPD International Leadership Program
LMPD is now accepting applications for the 2025-2026 cohort. The ILP is a powerful 7-month program experience designed to build trust and understanding between LMPD and our city’s international community.
The program begins on October 16, 2025 and runs through April 10, 2026. The meetings are held monthly on the third Thursday.
For more information visit: https://www.lmpd.gov/885/5544/International-Leadership-Program
To apply for the program visit: https://louisvilleky.wufoo.com/forms/zyrdj0f1n7dct3/
Join Western Library for a fun-filled day at the Western Library Block Party, a FREE community celebration for all ages! We will have various vendors, food trucks, and several performances and activities that will be fun for the whole family!
Western Library
604 South Tenth Street
Saturday, October 18th
11 am - 2 pm
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