February 20, 2026
Dear Neighbor,
I wanted to share some of the public safety efforts underway in our district and across Louisville Metro. Below is information on the 2026 Crime Reduction Strategic Plan, recently released by our Louisville Metro Police Department (LMPD).
This plan aims to build on the progress made in 2025, when our community achieved significant crime reduction. Homicides were down over 20%, non-fatal shootings fell 28%, and carjackings decreased 38% compared to 2024.
Despite this marked improvement, we still have work to do toward our shared goal of making our streets, neighborhoods, and entire community safer. That work continues.
One way the 26th District Office participates in crime reduction efforts is by making regular appropriations to fund additional patrols and traffic enforcement in our district. The officers who cover this territory, mostly in the 6th and 7th LMPD divisions, have shared that the impact of this overtime coverage has included additional arrests for theft, narcotics, and other crimes - not just traffic violations and speeding. The criminals apprehended by these additional patrols might not have been. I'm grateful for the efforts of our officers in LMPD and their service to our district and our community.
Enjoy the weekend,
 Brent T. Ackerson
26th District Councilman
 A link to LMPD’s 2026 Crime Reduction Strategic Plan is available through the image above. The site includes the option to participate in community surveys. The link can also be found here: Engage Page: 2026 LMPD Crime Reduction Strategy
This plan continues our momentum from 2025 where Louisville saw significant decreases in crime overall. While year-end numbers are reflected in the graphs below, know these numbers represent lives saved, less people hurt, and more people feeling safe.
The Louisville Metro Department of Transportation (DOT) is hosting an additional public meeting as part of the Freight Mobility Action Plan — and we want to hear from you.
📍 Tuesday, February 24
🕔 5 – 7 p.m.
📌 Edison Center, 701 W. Ormsby Ave.
This open house-style meeting gives residents another opportunity to share concerns and experiences related to large truck and delivery traffic in their neighborhoods. Stop by anytime during the meeting to talk with the project team.
The Freight Mobility Action Plan, developed in partnership with HDR Engineering, Inc., aims to improve how freight moves across Jefferson County while reducing impacts to residential areas.
Can’t attend? The online survey is open through March 6 👇
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/JB6NFNN
Your input will help shape safer, more efficient truck routes across Louisville Metro.
Looking for a new opportunity or know someone who is? Louisville Metro Government will host a Career Fair on Tuesday, March 10, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Louisville Slugger Field, 501 East Main St.
More than 25 Metro agencies will be in attendance, with over 70 open positions available across city government. Attendees can learn about current openings, speak directly with hiring teams, and explore career paths in public service.
Free parking will be available at the venue, and the location is accessible via TARC routes for added convenience.
Interested applicants can view current job postings and apply online at:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/louisvilleky
Please see the attached flyer for more information and share this opportunity with family and friends who may be interested.
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.
What is a Change of Use permit?
A change of use permit is required in Louisville whenever a property’s use shifts from one type to another – like converting a retail space into a restaurant or a warehouse into offices – even if no construction is planned. These permits are issued by Construction Review, a division of the Department of Codes and Regulations.
- Different uses have different safety, building code, and zoning requirements.
- Examples: Turning a house into a short-term rental, a warehouse into a gym, or a church into an event venue.
Apply online through Louisville Metro’s Accela Citizen Access portal. City staff will review for code, zoning, and safety compliance before approval. If you are not a licensed contractor with Louisville Metro, please visit the Construction Review office at 444 S. 5th Street to apply. Questions? Visit LouisvilleKY.gov/Construction or call (502) 574-3321.
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
There are approximately 100 boards and commissions with many areas of interest, including business and economic development, land use, development, and planning, parks and recreation, public health and public safety.
If you are interested in serving on one of Louisville Metro Government's Boards and Commissions, learn more here: Boards and Commissions.
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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