In this Issue
Hello, District 7 Residents and Friends!
This week’s eNewsletter is jam-packed with updates, announcements, and important community alerts — so much so that I owe you a little apology for the gravity of it all! But trust me, every section contains valuable news you can use.
Here’s a quick snapshot of what you’ll find inside:
- Details about an upcoming zoning adjustment meeting concerning proposed townhouses on Brownsboro Road and a permit request to demolish a historic structure on Vine Crest Avenue.
- Information about a public meeting for the rightsizing safety project on River Road and Zorn Avenue.
- An updated notice regarding the I-64 East lane closure, which has been rescheduled from October 30th to November 19th.
- Meeting dates for input about controversial data centers
This hefty issue also includes timely features on Fire Prevention Month and Breast Cancer Awareness Month, plus important health and safety updates on suicide prevention and rabies cases found in bats in zip codes 40059 and 40217 — oh my!
You’ll also find a few exciting community highlights, including an ad for the St. Matthews Chamber 2025 Business Expo, details about the Louisville Water Tower Fall Open House (with FREE admission!), and the announcement about (and invitation to) All Peoples upcoming WinterFair 2025.
And don’t miss the Local Events section — we’ve included a fun photo collage of District 7 homes that have gone all-out for Halloween. You’ll see creativity, spirit, and a whole lot of spooky fun!
So grab a seat, a snack, and take your time perusing this issue. There’s a lot to see, read, and take away. Stay informed, stay engaged, and as always — thank you for subscribing and being an active part of District 7!
Warm regards,
The Louisville Metro Council held its regularly scheduled Council Committee meetings on Thursday, October 23, 2025.
Council committees this week advanced budget amendments, infrastructure and public health initiatives, property and economic development measures, and several key board appointments.
The next Metro Council meeting is Thursday, October 30, 2025, 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, 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.
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Kentucky Transportation Cabinet
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TRAFFIC ADVISORY: Lane Closure on I-64 East Now Scheduled for Wednesday, Nov. 19, in Louisville
Routine bridge inspections rescheduled
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (Oct. 27, 2025) – The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) advises motorists of lane closures on Interstate 64 East now scheduled for Wednesday, Nov. 19, in Louisville.
Consultant engineers will be performing a routine in-depth inspection of the I-64 East bridge over U.S. 42 (Mellwood Avenue) at mile point 6.42, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 19, requiring the closure of the right lane. Motorists should heed signage and use caution when traveling through the work zone.
The routine in-depth inspection, originally scheduled for Thursday, Oct. 30, has been postponed due to inclement weather.
The date and duration of this work may be adjusted if inclement weather or other unforeseen delays occur. 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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Picture: Rendering of 4492 Brownsboro Townhomes
The next meeting of the Board of Zoning Adjustment Monday, November 3, 2025 at 1:00 pm. This meeting will be conducted in-person at the Old Jail Building Courtroom, 514 West Liberty Street, Louisville, KY 40202.
Anyone wishing to join the meeting virtually using a computer, laptop or mobile device, as well as anyone wishing to sign up to speak in support or opposition, should visit the following link:
https://louisvilleky.gov/government/upcoming-public-meetings
A pdf of the agenda is attached, or you can access an html version at the following link:
https://louisvilleky.primegov.com/Portal/Meeting?meetingTemplateId=36201
You may access the meeting materials by opening the html version of the agenda and clicking on the case number.
Please contact the Office of Planning at 502-574-6230 if you have any questions.
25-VARIANCE-0095
Request:
Variance to allow multi-family buildings to encroach in the established front yard infill setback on Brownsboro Road
Project Name:
Brownsboro Road Townhomes
Location:
4490 & 4492 Brownsboro Road
Applicant:
Alter Development & Realty
Representative:
Sabak, Wilson, & Lingo, Inc.
Case Manager:
Kaitlin Dever, Planner I
Someone has defaced the 'No left turn' sign at the exit from I-264 West to Shelbyville Road. I will call this in for repair to the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, Division 5.
Remember, if you SEE SOMTHING, please SAY SOMETHING!!!
This information is provided for the benefit of District 7 residents who traverse along River Road and Zorn Avenue. A public meeting will be held on November 4, 2025 at the Louisville Water Tower on River Road @ 5:00 p.m.
Notice of Application for Wrecking Permit
of Historic Structure
The Office of Construction Review has received a wrecking permit application for the property listed below:
Subject Property: 8024 Vine Crest Avenue
Case Number: BLD-WRE-25-00426
The above reference property is eligible for listing in the National Register of Historic Places. The requested wrecking permit may be issued on or after the following date provided that the application meets the development or deed restriction requirements of the LMCO (150.110): 11/26/2025. The purpose of the 30-day hold is to provide time for the community to consider the demolition and, if warranted, prepare a petition to review designation of the building as a local landmark. If a petition is desired, please contact Savannah Darr, Historic Preservation Officer, at savannah.darr@louisvilleky.gov and 502-574-5705.
For additional information regarding the wrecking permit process, please visit:
https://louisvilleky.gov/government/office-planning/historic-building-wreckingdemolition-reviews
Louisville Metro Government, Office of Planning
444 S. Fifth Street, Suite 300, Louisville, KY 40202
502-574-6230
https://louisvilleky.gov/government/office-planning
Kentucky's first hyperscale data center could generate $68 million in annual tax revenue for Louisville once fully operational in 2030, according to a new economic impact report.
The 157-acre facility along Campground Road near Rubbertown will house the computing infrastructure needed to power technologies like artificial intelligence. The project is a partnership between local developer Poe Companies and Virginia-based PowerHouse Data Centers. (Courtesy: WHAS11)
Breast Cancer Awareness Month is a global campaign to raise awareness for breast cancer, increase screenings, and provide critical support for patients and survivors. Since 1989, increased awareness through campaigns like BCAM has helped reduce breast cancer deaths in the United States by 44%.
October was chosen to honor the efforts of early advocates and coincide with global research events. The pink ribbon became a symbol of hope and action during this time.
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Donate: Your financial support provides free mammograms, HOPE Kits, and resources to women when they need it most.
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Show Your Support: Be on the lookout for products that have NBCF’s logo or pink ribbon on them this month. These partners donate a portion of their proceeds to NBCF and those facing breast cancer. See the full list of NBCF partners. Plus, browse the NBCF Shop where every purchase directly supports NBCF’s mission.
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Host a Fundraiser: Use your next school, sports, birthday, or community event to help support those facing breast cancer through a fundraiser.
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Get Free Resources: Learn more about breast health, breast cancer, and healthy living with free resources, available right now.
Information Courtesy of: National Breast Cancer Foundation, Inc.
Workplace Safety News
October is National Fire Safety Month and while the main focus is on preventing residential fires, it is also a good time to revisit workplace fire safety and prevention. Fatal injuries involving fires and explosions resulted in 148 occupational fatalities in 2013. That coupled with the threat of fire to business equipment and buildings demands that all business owners and safety professionals avoid having a fire emergency.
12 Tips to ensure a fire-safe workplace:
Step 1. Get Organized – Practice good workplace housekeeping. Clutter contributes to fires by providing fuel and by preventing access to exits and emergency equipment.
Step 2. Designated Smoking Areas – Smoke only in designated areas, and extinguish smoking materials safely. Never smoke in storerooms or chemical storage areas.
Step 3. Fire Extinguishers – Maintaining the appropriate type and number of fire extinguishers and learn how to properly use a fire extinguisher.
Step 4. Electrical Hazards – Report all electrical hazards. Many fires start in faulty wiring and malfunctioning electrical equipment.
Step 5. Access to Control Panels – Electrical control panels need to have free access maintained so that the electric could be shut off easily.
Step 6. Maintenance – Maintain machinery to prevent overheating and friction sparks.
Step 7. Sprinkler Systems & Smoke Detectors – Never block sprinklers, firefighting equipment or emergency exits. Observe clearances when stacking materials. Testing of sprinkler systems and smoke detectors at least annually.
Step 8. Chemical Safety – Use and store chemicals safely. Read the label and the Material Safety Data Sheet to determine flammability and other fire hazards. Provide adequate ventilation when using and storing these substances.
Step 9. Waste Control & Storage – Control the accumulations of flammable and combustible waste materials and residues so that they do not contribute to a fire emergency.
Step 10. Prevent Ignition – Use all precautions to prevent ignition in potentially explosive atmospheres such as those containing flammable liquid vapors or fine particles. Use non-sparking tools, and control static electricity as required.
Step 11. Exits – Emergency exit diagrams should be posted and emergency exits should be well lit with neon-regulation signs.
Step 12. Contact Info – Employees should have a list of emergency contact phone numbers in case of emergency. Remember that people will often panic in an intense situation; therefore basics such as the company address, phone number and floor plan should be posted.
Prevention is always better than cure and it’s best to avoid catastrophe in the first place or at least minimize the damage. The simple truth is that fire emergencies and disasters can strike anyone, anytime, anywhere. So if a fire does break out in your workplace A-C-T, Don’t Panic.
A – ASSESS THE SITUATION
C – CHOOSE YOUR RESPONSE
T – TAKE ACTION
Information Courtesy of: CornerstoneStaffing
You're invited to join the Louisville Out of the Darkness Walk at 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025 at Waterfront Park. Registration begins at 10 a.m.
The Community Walks, held in hundreds of communities across the country, are the core of the Out of the Darkness movement, which began in 2004. These events give people the courage to open up about their own connections to the cause, and a platform to create a culture that’s smarter about mental health. Friends, family members, neighbors and coworkers walk side-by-side, supporting each other and in memory of those we’ve lost.
Every dollar you raise through the Out of the Darkness Walks allows the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention to invest in life-saving research, education, advocacy, and support for those impacted by suicide. To save lives and bring hope to those affected by suicide, it's more important than ever to stay connected.
For registration, please scan the QR code or click here for more information.
If you are someone you know is facing mental health struggles, emotional distress or just needs to talk to someone, caring counselors are available at the 988 Lifeline. Call or text 988.
Information Courtesy of: LouisvilleHealthDept@public.govdelivery.com
Bats in two ZIP codes in Jefferson County, 40059 and 40217, recently tested positive for rabies. The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife notes that bats mate in the fall and then hibernate during the winter. Bats are an important part of our ecosystem in that they eat insects (especially those pesky mosquitoes).
Sometimes bats roost in home attics, garages, barns, under shutters and behind gutters. If you discover a bat around your home, remember not to touch it. Bats that are active during the day or are unable to fly could have rabies. In these recent instances, there does not appear to have been contact between the bats and any humans.
The rabies virus infects the central nervous system. Without appropriate medical care, it can cause disease in the brain which can result in death. Preventative care after rabies exposure consists of a dose of human rabies immune globulin and the rabies vaccine series. Treatment is recommended for both bite and non-bite exposures. Once rabies symptoms begin, there is no treatment, and the disease is fatal.
Rabies can spread to people and pets if they are bitten or scratched by a rabid animal. In the United States, rabies is mostly found in wild animals including bats, skunks, racoons, and foxes. In Kentucky, bats and skunks are the most common hosts of rabies.
Rabies can be prevented by vaccinating pets against the virus, avoiding wildlife, and seeking medical care immediately for potential exposure.
In one of our cases, a family pet was exposed to the bat. Thankfully, the dog was up to date on rabies vaccinations.
If your pet encounters a bat:
- Contact LMPHW at 502-574-6650. Your pet may need to be quarantined to ensure rabies is not transmitted. Please advise the health department if you choose to have your pet quarantined at another location besides your home.
- If your pet bites or scratches someone during a rabies exposure quarantine, you must report the incident to us at LMPHW.
- In Louisville, all pet owners must license their dogs, cats and ferrets with Louisville Metro Animal Services. All pets must be vaccinated against rabies.
To learn more about rabies prevention, including how to prevent bats from entering your home visit our website. If you have general questions regarding bats or rabies, contact the LMPHW Rabies Prevention Program at 502-574-6640.
Thank you, District 7 residents, for getting in the Halloween spirit. May you have a safe and enjoyable holiday. I hope you get more treats than tricks... Also, don't eat too much candy!
More pics to come this weekend... Will your decorations be featured?
All Peoples Annual
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Held the first Friday & Saturday in December:
Friday, Dec. 5th - 1-6pm & Sat. Dec. 6th - 9-4pm
(4936 Brownsboro Rd. Louisville, KY 40222)
Uncommon Gifts for Uncommon People
WinterFair! began in 1991, and has not missed a year of art and artists, creativity, imagination, and excellence. We present fine art and very fine crafts at affordable prices in time for the winter giving season. In the season of holiday sales, WinterFair is not your granny’s church bazaar.
WinterFair! presents over 70 artists in two church buildings (plus Bold & Cold artists outdoors!). You’ll find all original handcrafted media including ceramics, wood, mixed media, fiber, photography, sculpture, glass, jewelry and much more. Our artists will be glad to tell you about their creations!
WinterFair!
In addition to all the superb artwork (of which there is soooo much!), WinterFair! includes:
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Food, including vegetarian, soups, chili (with/without meat), giant juicy hotdogs, soft drinks, coffee and yummy homemade desserts, along with a quiet café for resting and eating.
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Art raffle supporting a worthy local charity. Art items are donated by our generous artists, and you just might take home the very piece you want!
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The Roberta Marx Gallery is our entrance hallway and will display artwork by All Peoples members. Many of these artists will have their own WinterFair booths or will display more creations for sale in the Member Gift Shop. Our church attracts all kinds of creative people, so the variety is amazing!
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The Member Gallery Gift Shop Art work in the Gift Shop is made by All Peoples artists, many of whom have art displayed in the Gallery. You’ll find a remarkable variety at reasonable prices. Sales from the gift shop support both the artists and All Peoples.
Information and graphic, courtesy of All Peoples Website.
Spots Are Going Fast!
Don’t miss your chance to be part of Business Expo 2025 — where connections are made, brands shine, and opportunities are everywhere! Showcase your business, meet hundreds of local professionals, and make your mark before vendor spaces sell out.
Reserve your booth today and join the buzz at The Olmsted on November 4!
The Jack O'Lantern Spectacular has become the "must-see" event of the Halloween season. Presented each October along a winding path through the majestic woods of Iroquois Park, guests are treated to an organic art gallery of more than 5,000 artistically carved pumpkins in themed settings.
This family-friendly event has become an annual tradition for thousands who come back Year after year to experience a variety of carved pumpkins and themed vignettes set to music. Ask anyone who has attended...the event simply can't be described....it must be experienced.
Purchase Tickets Here: Jack O'Lantern Spectacular Tickets | Event Dates & Schedule | Ticketmaster
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