 Overview
Mitchell Hill Road in Fairdale, north of Top Hill Road, was severely damaged during a February flooding event and remains closed for safety reasons. We understand how important this section of road is to the residents who used it for daily travel and how disruptive its closure has been. The Louisville Department of Transportation is committed to restoring it, but this type of repair takes time.
Repair updates
Here's where we are in the process and next steps:
Geotechnical report: A geotechnical report is in progress. Before any design or construction can begin, engineers must study the soil and ground conditions to understand how flooding affected the stability of the roadbed. This step is needed to make the repairs safe and long-lasting.
You can learn more about the geotechnical report by viewing this PDF.
Design: Once the geotechnical report is complete, the information is used to design a road and drainage system that can withstand future storms. The design must be carefully reviewed and approved.
Construction: After the design is finalized, construction can begin. Given the scale of damage and the need for federal coordination with FEMA, this will be a major project.
Timeline: We are currently working with a contractor and FEMA to move the project forward. Based on the required steps, construction is expected to begin and end mid to late 2026.
We appreciate your patience as we work toward a permanent solution. Our goal is not just to reopen the road, but to make sure it’s stronger and safer for years to come.
🌲 Help Shape the Future of Jefferson Memorial Forest! 🌲
We’re creating a new Master Plan for Jefferson Memorial Forest—and we want your voice to be part of it. What do you envision for the forest’s next chapter? Whether it’s new trails, educational programs, or conservation efforts, your ideas matter.
MKSK Studios is partnering with us to design this plan, and they’re especially eager to hear from residents of District 13.
📋 Take a few minutes to fill out the survey and share your thoughts. Together, we can make Jefferson Memorial Forest an even more vibrant and welcoming space for generations to come.
Take the Survey!
LOUISVILLE, KY September 29, 2025 — Today Mayor Greenberg and Metro Animal Services made licensing pets easier by launching its partnership with DocuPet, a world-leading pet profile, lost pet and licensing platform. Through pet licensing and their complimentary HomeSafe® 24/7 lost pet service, DocuPet offers residents an effective pet identification and reunification program that keeps pets out of shelters and returns them home safely. Though pet licensing is mandatory for cats and dogs, many local pet owners do not license their pets regularly. With the announcement of this new partnership, DocuPet and Metro Animal Services hope to attract community pet owners to the program.
“This partnership is another step forward in our commitment to community safety, which includes the safety of our family pets," said Mayor Greenberg. “Using a platform like DocuPet is one of the best and quickest ways to ensure your pet is properly licensed, can be reunited with you, and can help free up much-needed space at our animal shelter.”
Residents can browse hundreds of colorful and unique designer tag styles online or design their own tags with an easy-to-use customization tool. Every DocuPet tag is equipped with the free HomeSafe® 24/7 lost pet service and may double as a pet’s official license. DocuPet tags are assigned a unique code on the back, which links directly to a pet’s secure online profile, making it easy for anyone who finds a lost pet to reference the code and create a Found Pet Report in seconds. Pet owners can also create Lost Pet Reports as soon as they realize their pet has gone missing.
In addition, DocuPet’s dedicated dispatch staff is available 24/7 to reunite lost pets with their families.
“We are excited about our partnership with DocuPet as their online licensing solution will be extremely valuable to pet owners and necessary for animal safety within the community,” said Andrew McClinton, Director of Metro Animal Services. “This pet licensing partnership will help to reduce the number of animals in local shelters as well as open space and vital resources for pets that truly need our care. We are excited for residents to utilize this program to help protect their pets and all pets in the community.”
With a mission to provide a safe and happy home for every pet, DocuPet’s innovative platform will supply significant resources to Metro Animal Services, allowing it to operate efficiently and deliver critical animal services. “We are very proud to kick off this effective program to increase pet identification and reunification services for all residents,” said Grant Goodwin, DocuPet’s CEO. “Pets wearing DocuPet tags spend little to no time in the shelter versus unlicensed pets. We thank Metro Animal Services for coming on board to be an impactful part of the solution."
All cats and dogs in Louisville must be licensed and vaccinated against rabies.
Pet owners can learn more and register pet licenses online at https://louisvilleky.docupet.com/
Licensing by mail, phone, or in person is also available.
 Storytime is heating up!
Join the Fairdale Fire Department (10015 Mitchell Hill Rd.) for a special story time with REAL firefighters, fire dog Hallie, and important fire safety fun.
Wednesday, October 8 from 10:30 am to 11:30 am
The Jack O’Lantern Spectacular is back, bigger, and brighter than ever!
Dates: Nightly from October 2-November 2, 2025.
Times: Sunday-Thursday from 6:30pm to 10:00pm. Friday and Saturday from 6:30pm-11:00pm.
Location: Iroquois Amphitheater
For more information, visit their website HERE.
 Military Service Academy Congressional Nomination Process
The honor of attending a service academy comes with the obligation and commitment to serve in the military for a minimum of five years upon graduation. For more information, please review the page of Frequently Asked Questions for those seeking a Military Academy Nomination.
Interested students can also watch a recording of our 2024 Virtual Service Academy Day HERE.
Members of Congress may nominate candidates for appointment to four of the five U.S. service academies: U.S. Military Academy (USMA), West Point, NY; the U.S. Naval Academy (USNA), Annapolis, MD; the U.S. Air Force Academy (USAFA), Colorado Springs, CO; and the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA), Kings Point, NY. The fifth service academy, the U.S. Coast Guard Academy (USCGA), New London, CT, does not require a congressional nomination for appointment.
Representative McGarvey may nominate up to ten individuals for each vacant academy slot allotted to our district. Students must be a resident of Kentucky's Third District to apply for a nomination through the Office of Rep. McGarvey. Any applications from students residing outside the Third District will be rejected. You can find your representative, HERE.
To request a Military Academy Nomination from our office, please submit a complete application form as well as the other items listed below. Incomplete packets will be rejected.
PLEASE NOTE: Nomination applications and Academy applications are COMPLETELY SEPARATE. All students must submit both an application for a Congressional nomination as well as an application for their desired service academy (service academies make the decision to offer an appointment).
Best wishes to you as you pursue your goal of attending one of the U.S. Service Academies and serving our country.
For any questions, please contact Catherine Vining at Catherine.Vining@mail.house.gov.
DEADLINES FOR THE NOMINATION PROCESS:
July 4th: Application for a nomination through the office of Congressman Morgan McGarvey opens.
October 31st: Application closes (all applications must be post-marked by this date).
November: Qualified applicants receive offer to schedule an in-person interview.
November: Interviews will be held, exact dates TBD.
December 22st: Nominees are announced.
January 31st: All congressional nominations will be submitted to their respective academies.
HOW TO APPLY:
Please complete the application form and send your full application packet (including items listed below) to our Louisville office at the address below. All incomplete packets will be rejected.
ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE POST-MARKED BY OCTOBER 31. ANY APPLICATIONS POSTMARKED AFTER OCTOBER 31 WILL BE REJECTED.
Romano L. Mazzoli Federal Building, Suite 216
600 Dr Martin Luther King Jr Pl
Louisville, KY 40202
In addition to the application the applicants will need to submit the following:
- Current Photo
- High School Transcript
- ACT results and/or SAT results
- Essay stating why they wish to attend a service academy (500 words or less)
- Minimum of three letters of recommendation (at least one from a teacher, dean, or principal).
- Resume including contact information, background, work experience, extracurricular activities, leadership responsibilities, community service and interests.
Congressional App Challenge
The Congressional App Challenge (CAC) is an annual competition intended to encourage interest in computer science among middle school and high school students.
The winner from Kentucky's 3rd Congressional District will be chosen by a panel of expert judges and featured on the official Congressional App Challenge website at CongressionalAppChallenge.us. The winning app is eligible to be featured in the Capitol Building and to be featured on Representative McGarvey’s website at McGarvey.House.gov. Each winner (or winning team) will also be invited to the #HouseofCode Reception in Washington, DC.
This competition is open to all students who meet the eligibility requirements, regardless of coding experience. We strongly encourage students of all skill levels to participate, enabling them to learn how to create their own apps. Students are encouraged to register online and submit their apps by October 24.
IMPORTANT DEADLINES
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May 7 – Challenge officially launched
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October 30 – Deadline for students to register and submit their app online
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November – Judging period
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December – Winners announced!
QUESTIONS AND CONCERNS
To learn more, please visit the official Congressional App Challenge website at CongressionalAppChallenge.us, email StudentSupport@CongressionalAppChallenge.us, or call our Louisville office at (502) 582-5129.
Property Address: Commerce Office Center, 5100 Commerce Crossings Dr.
Case Number: 25-DDP-0078
Case Information: A revised detailed district development plan application for a 70,039 SF office/warehouse expansion on 6 acres in the PEC zoning district.
For more information, please click HERE.
Property Address: Wolz Minor Plat, 512 Caple Ave.
Case Number: 25-MPLAT-0136
Case Information: A minor plat to create 2 tracts from 4 on 2.7 acres in the R-4 zoning district
For more information, please click HERE.
Property Address: Ripples Ventures, 1161 Lone Oak Ave.
Case Number: 25-LANDSCAPE-0091
Case Information: A landscape plan for a laundromat on .14 acres in the C1 zoning district.
For more information, please click HERE.
Property Address: Mills Minor Plat, 1209 Holly Ave.
Case Number: 25-MPLAT-0126
Case Information: A minor plat to shift property lines on 17 acres in the R4 zoning district.
For more information, please click HERE.
To View the Full Report, Please Click HERE.
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Upcoming paving projects scheduled for this week can be found on our "Paving" page on louisvilleky.gov, as well as our interactive Louisville Metro Paving Dashboard where you can view paving projects scheduled for the year and conditions of city streets.
Council District 13
- Hunington Ln. from Preston Hwy. to dead end
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 Trunk Or Treat this Sunday, October 5th 4pm-6pm hosted by Metro Animal Services.
 Meet Me At the Mall! Mall St Matthews hosting adoption event Thursday, October 9th 10am-4pm Bissell Pet Foundation covering fees
 Imagination Library of Louisville is hosting Books and Bourbon to celebrate mailing half a million books on October 9th at the Evan Williams Bourbon Experience on Main Street. Guests can expect:
- An evening of drinks and bites in the 1930’s style speakeasy
- Tours of the Evan Williams Bourbon Experience
- Fun activations with our favorite children’s books (and yours!)
- A bourbon pull with a great selection of bourbons
- A program update from Imagination Library board and staff
- An opportunity to meet other Imagination Library supporters
We hope you can join us in celebrating half a million books mailed in Louisville and improving child literacy in our community!
 Please register and attend the 2025 Violence Reduction Summit on October 24th held from 9:00am to 4:30pm. For more information, please click HERE.
 Project Warm has announced the 43rd annual blitz to care for seniors in need of weatherization and winterization of their homes. This event will take place on Nov. 1st and Nov. 8th, which is the first two Saturdays of November. The service is free and completed by volunteer teams in the community. It will help keep the residents warm for the colder months ahead as well as lower their LGE (electric utility) bill. Please call 502-636-9276 to sign up!
 Please click HERE for more details on how to start a neighborhood watch!
ADULT PROGRAMS - Fairdale
Computers by Appointment
Thursdays in Sept & Oct., 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
Oct. 16, 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+
Fairdale Friends of the Library Meeting
Tue. Oct. 7, 6:00 – 7:00 PM
DIY Series: Sticker by Number
Mon., Sept. 29, 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+
A Year in your Garden: Dried Flower Arrangements
Mon. Oct. 6, 2:00 – 3:00 PM
Presented by the Jefferson County Master Gardeners Association. Select and arrange dried flowers for your home, or as a gift. A wide variety of dried flowers and seed pods will be available for each participant to make one bouquet to take away. Bring a small or medium-sized container, if desired. Without a container, wrapped bouquets will be made.
Crafting with Cricut
Mon. Oct. 13, 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 Final Girl Support Group by Grady Hendrix
Tue., Oct. 21, 5:30-7:00 PM
Ages 18+
DIY Series: UV Resin Jewelry
Mon., Oct. 27, 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., Sept. 24; Oct. 1, 15, 22 10:30 -11:30 AM
Oct. 25, 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.
Kid Zone Oct. 16, 5:30 – 7:00 PM
Munch & mingle at the library after a long day at school - Games, crafts, movies, and more. Snacks provided. Ages 6-11.
Nature Play and the Library at Jefferson Memorial Forest
Oct. 20, 10:30-11:30 AM
Children/Family/Storytime
Join us at the Welcome Center of Jefferson Memorial Forest (11311 Mitchell Hill Rd.) for nature-themed programming.* Library staff will host storytime collaborating with park staff for activities. *If rain, snow, or excessive heat, the program will move indoors. Ages 0-6.
Fire Safety Storytime
Wed. Oct. 8, 10:30-11:30 AM
Join us for a special storytime at the Fairdale Fire Department (10015 Mitchell Hill Rd.) Meet real Firefighters, explore the fire engines, and learn about fire safety!
Spooky Storytime
Wed. Oct. 29, 10:30 – 11:30 AM
Ghouls, ghosts, and goblins gather for a storytime filled with tricks, treats and a sprinkle of spookiness.
Costumes welcome. Ages 0-6.
Teen Club
Wednesdays Sept. - Oct., 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.
ACT Practice Test
Sat. Oct. 4, 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Take a FREE full-length ACT practice test for students who wish to gain experience taking the ACT. Please bring two #2 pencils, a photo ID and a calculator.
Register: 502-375-2051. Grades 7-12.
Crafting with Cricut
Mon. Oct. 13, 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+
The Library – at the crossroads of knowledge and know-how. Visit www.LFPL.org to learn more.
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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
Click Here to view LMPD's interactive crime mapping tool.
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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