January 16, 2025
Dear Neighbor,
Last week my colleagues and I completed the first meetings of the Metro Council for 2026. Our Organizational Meeting week involved having the political caucuses meet, the first meeting of the whole Council, and an array of committee leadership assignments as well as members' committee assignments for the coming year.
I was honored by my colleagues to serve another term as the Metro Council President. I've made getting the work of the council for you - the public and residents of Louisville Metro - my goal in my time at Council President.
That said, my top priority has always been - and continues to be - serving as your 26th District Councilman. We continue to provide responsive constituent services, hear and respond to your concerns and suggestions, and work to make our District a safer and better place to live, work, and raise a family.
Enjoy the weekend,
 Brent T. Ackerson
26th District Councilman
There will be no garbage or recycling collection on Monday, Jan. 19 within the Urban Services District in observance of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Day holiday. Collection will resume Tuesday, Jan. 20 and will be delayed by one day for the rest of the week. Residents serviced by private companies should check with those companies for the holiday schedule.
Winter yard waste break – free drop-off available!
Curbside yard waste collection will continue as usual through Friday, Jan. 16. After that, curbside collection will pause for the winter and resume on Monday, March 23.
During this break, residents are welcome to drop off yard waste for free at the Waste Reduction Center located at 636 Meriwether Ave. Businesses are required to pay the usual fee.
Thank you for helping us manage seasonal waste efficiently!
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Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Winter Crisis enrollment is available for eligible Kentucky households to offset winter heating costs or eviction. Applications will be accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis through March 27 or until designated funds have been depleted.
Jefferson County residents wishing to apply may schedule an appointment utilizing the automated appointment system. Appointments can be scheduled by phone by calling (502) 991-8391 or online at louisvilleky cascheduler. The toll-free service is currently open and is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
For more information, visit LIHEAP page. Residents may also call the automated LIHEAP information line at (502) 991-8391 or visit louisvilleky cascheduler.
TARC invites riders and community members to learn more about proposed fare changes, the first since 2012, and the Title VI Plan for the New TARC Network.
As operating costs for transit continue to rise TARC is reviewing fares to support safe, reliable service while meeting federal equity requirements.
Stop by anytime during this open-house meeting to:
- Review recommended fare updates
- Learn why changes are being considered
- Ask questions and speak with TARC staff
- Submit comments and feedback
Your voice helps shape the future of transit in Louisville.
TARC Accessible Public Meeting (National Federation of the Blind KY)
Friday, January 16, 2026, at 6 – 7:30 PM
St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, 2822 Frankfort Avenue (District 9)
https://www.facebook.com/events/1802609030408573
TARC Accessible Public Meeting (TAAC)
Tuesday, January 20, 2026, 10 – 11 AM
Union Station, 1000 W. Broadway Street (District 4)
https://www.facebook.com/events/1506128270494258
TARC Public Meeting: Proposed Fare Changes & Title VI Plan
Tuesday, January 20, 2026, 5 – 7 PM
Shively City Hall, 3920 Dixie Highway (District 3)
https://www.facebook.com/events/4212981929015316
TARC Public Meeting: Proposed Fare Changes & Title VI Plan
Wednesday, January 21, 2026, 5 – 7 PM
UCHM, 150 State Street (District 9)
https://www.facebook.com/events/3833207640146322
TARC Accessible Public Meeting
Wednesday, January 28, 2026, 12 – 1 PM
McDowell Center, 8412 Westport Road (District 7)
https://www.facebook.com/events/1185942736549691
TARC Public Meeting: Proposed Fare Changes & Title VI Plan
Thursday, January 29, 2026, 5 – 7 PM
Union Station, 1000 W. Broadway Street (District 4)
https://www.facebook.com/events/1561916051522631
Drive-thru Microchip Clinic. First 50 receive free microchip, after that they are $10 per chip. Must be there by 11:30AM.
Applications for MSD’s Emergency Wastewater Rate Assistance Program (EWRAP), which provides a 30 percent discount for qualifying income-eligible customers, are open.
The discount applies to wastewater service charges, wastewater volume charges and consent decree surcharges on the MSD portion of your bill.
To qualify, ratepayers must be MSD residential wastewater customers and at or below 175 percent of the poverty line, see table below:
Revenue and Collections Manager Yozette Borges said the program is “vital” to MSD’s commitment to serving the community.
“EWRAP provides payment assistance to those in need and is a vital part of MSD’s customer-focused approach,” Borges said. “We help our community thrive by developing programs that provide safe, reliable, and affordable services while enriching the lives of our communities today and in the future." To apply for EWRAP you can go apply online or download the fillable application. If you like to speak with a live agent, contact MSD Customer Relations at 502-540-6000. For LIHEAP participants call 502-991-8391 to schedule an appointment so you may apply for the EWRAP.
Following approval into the program, the discount may take up to two billing cycles to become active. MSD also offers a Senior Discount Program, which provides a 30 percent discount for those over the age of 65 who have an annual household income below $40,000. The Senior Discount Program is not available to those enrolled in EWRAP.
Serve the Louisville community through a rewarding public service career! The Department of Metro Public Works & Assets is currently hiring.
IMPORTANT! The link below is for all of Metro jobs currently open. To learn about career opportunities specifically in Public Works, once you've clicked the link, follow these 3 easy steps:
- click the filter tab
- click Departments
- click Public Works on the dropdown menu
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/louisvilleky
If you use or have visited the Mary T. Meagher Aquatic Center, please consider filling out the survey here. Your responses will help Metro Parks improve the facilities and services at one of our City's most utilized public resources.
If you are interested in volunteering for one of Louisville Metro Government's Boards or 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 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.
Visit the website to learn more and apply!
Our office routinely publishes information on upcoming public meetings and regarding planning and zoning cases in and around District 26. Our posting in this forum is not an official notice. This list may not be comprehensive nor does it include other zoning matters decided upon by zoning authorities other than Louisville Metro Government.
While we intended to expand the scope of our zoning notices, our office reverted to the former policy of relaying the information we receive from Planning and Zoning. We are limited by ordinance and state law to provide the publicly available information.
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