 We've been making great strides lately with BOB: Wyandotte-Oakdale. We're excited to debut a new "BOB Booklet" that includes 24 pages of helpful city resources! I'm so proud of all the hard work that went into creating this gem and I can't wait to share it with you. The BOB Booklet has been printed and stuffed into over 1,400 bags. THANK YOU to our volunteers from the community and our friends at Churchill Downs for helping us stuff bags (and thanks to CD for also printing all of our bags!).
If you are a Wyandotte-Oakdale resident, fan of BOB, friend of the D15 office, or curious individual, I hope you will join us for on of our BOB Pop-ups happening over the next few weeks. You can find more info below.
Next week, I'll be headed to DC for my annual National League of Cities (NLC) conference. This conference is a great time to connect with local legislative leaders from across the country and meet with our federal leaders about issues that are impacting us on the ground level. I'm also proud to be serving on the Energy, Environment, and Natural Resources committee this year through NLC. I'll be working alongside other committee members from across the country to advocate for green issues at the federal level.
Here are some other things you should know about:
- Louisville Parks & Rec is in the process of compiling all the feedback from the Iroquois Park Playground questionnaire. Soon, they will have options for possible playground configurations. Stay tuned!
- There's a bit more info about the I-65 closure below, although I'm jumping in now to let you know that myself and other Council members have concerns about the closure and where all the traffic is going to go.
- March marks the return of University of Louisville Baseball at Jim Patterson Stadium in D15. Check out the full schedule here. Go Cards!
- Fish Fry season is in full effect! Don't forget to check out some of the best ones in the city right here in D15: Our Mother of Sorrows, St. Elizabeth's, and Most Blessed Sacrament. I'll be at Most Blessed on 3/20, so come say hi!
- Community preservationist have gathered over 200 signatures to start the landmarking process on and halt the demolition of 2601 S. 3rd Street. Located on the property where UofL's new research park is being built, the property is listed in the National Register of Historic Places as the Kentucky Wagon Works. Once the signatures are verified, the Office of Planning will start putting together a report for the building which will then be passed along to the Landmarks Commission for recommendation.
- The 2026 market vendor application for the South End Community Market is now open! The market will run from May 16 through October 24. Apply here. (Sorry that wasn't linked in last month's newsletter!)
- There's been some paving done in the southern part of the district this past week and continues this week. Check out the list here.
- Budget season is already beginning! We've been compiling our D15 requests and outlining what we want to see in the city budget. I truly love budget season!
- It's an election year and primaries are in May! Make sure you are registered to vote!
See y'all around D15,
 P.S. I am sending this newsletter out without Amy proofreading first. I want to get it out and I don't feel like asking her to review it today because....TODAY IS AMY'S 40TH BIRTHDAY!! Join me in wishing her a very happy birthday! she's the best and we're all blessed to have her working every day for D15. HAPPY BIRTHDAY, AMY!! 🥳
February highlights included welcoming the artists whose art will be hanging in City Hall throughout 2026, Hazelwood and Schnitzelburg neighborhood meetings, the livestock town hall, the World Championship Tractor Pull, and Cafe LOUIE at Spalding University.
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Metro Council honored 26 remarkable individuals for Black History month. Our D15 honoree, Principal Danielle Randle deserves all the shine and then some! Here's a bit about Principal Randle:
"Danielle Randle is a proud Louisville native and graduate of Pleasure Ridge Park High School whose life’s work centers on uplifting her community through education. She earned both her bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Western Kentucky University, building a foundation rooted in service and a deep belief in every child’s potential. She began her career as a first-grade teacher at Blake Elementary, where she learned that lasting impact comes from meeting students where they are and helping them rise. She later served as a Turnaround Specialist with the Kentucky Department of Education, supporting schools across the Commonwealth. Today, she leads as principal of Semple Elementary School and serves on the District Principal Advisory Board, bringing her calling into formation.
Danielle is Crazy in Love with being an educator and is known for the joy and energy she brings into every space. She knows students by name, greets families in the carpool line, and ensures staff and children feel seen and supported. She reminds us that students can Run the World when they’re given the Freedom to be themselves. A devotee of Prince and Beyoncé, she’s quick to turn any phrase into a song. She even received a shoutout from Queen Bey during the Cowboy Carter tour last summer!
A wife to Mitch and proud mom to Kyle and Davis, Danielle’s vibrant spirit is rooted in resilience. Having “gone through the fire,” she continues making Lemonade from life’s challenges. An Irreplaceable leader and steady Halo for her students, she proves that growth and joy can coexist. II Hands II Heaven, Ms. Randle is more than deserving of this honor."
Have you heard? 👂 BOB is coming to Wyandotte-Oakdale!! 🎉 Get ready for our BIGGEST BOB to date!
We have a lot of great things planned over the next few months in Wyandotte-Oakdale and we can't wait to get to work!
If you live in Wyandotte-Oakdale, we'll be on your doorstep soon with our menu of free services, so be on the lookout! Plus, we'd love to see you at an upcoming BOB Pop-Up:
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March 20: Say Hi at the Fish Fry at Most Blessed Sacrament from 5 pm to 7 pm
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April 4: Chill with Chappell in Wyandotte Park from 10 am - noon
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May 9: Volunteer Day at Wyandotte Park from 11 am - 1 pm
Sign up to volunteer: https://bit.ly/BOBWyandotteVolunteer
Sign up for services: https://bit.ly/BOBWyandotteOakdaleSurvey
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 I knew that the new fence in Emerson Park would look good but not THIS GOOD!!
I’m so thrilled that the fencing contractor was able to match the fence to the short fence that was existing along Hickory Street. That old fence didn’t serve much of a purpose, but now the community garden is more secure and the playground is more fully fenced so caregivers can worry less about kids wondering off.
In addition to the new fence, five new pieces of fitness equipment were installed in Emerson Park! The instructions on how to use each are attached to the post, and you can adjust the tension levels of the hydraulic system depending on how much resistance you want.
They’re perfectly spaced and great if you want to work out alone or with a friend.
This fitness equipment is great for anyone at any age! One of the reasons I wanted these in Emerson is because they’re AARP approved and the park is just a quick walk down the street from the Jim King Senior Center at St. E’s.
Move over, Muscle Beach! Schnitzel-BUFF is comin’ through! 💪
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Join myself, Councilwoman Parrish-Wright, Rep.Stevenson, Rep. Kulkarni, Rep. Chester-Burton, Senator Neal, and Shively Mayor Johnson on Saturday, March 14th from 9 to 10 am at the Shively Library (3920 Dixie Highway) for a panel discussion about issues that matter most to you.
I hope you'll join us for this laidback, casual conversation. Bring your questions, or just your listening ears. Elected officials will stick around after the panel discussion has ended in case you want to ask anything one-on-one.
I hope to see you there!
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Join the District 15 office for the fourth annual “Derby Our Way”, a pre-Derby Townhall for neighbors on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, at 6 pm at The StrEatery (304 W Woodlawn Ave Suite 1, Louisville, KY 40214).
Representatives from Metro Council, Codes & Regulations, Solid Waste Management, Emergency Services, LMPD, TARC, and Churchill Downs will be in attendance to share information and answer questions.
Neighbors will learn what laws and exemptions exist, and what streets will be closed during Derby week. The goal is to ensure residents and visitors alike have a safe, stress-free, and memorable Derby season.
We'll have food from The StrEatery provided by Churchill Downs.
All are welcome to attend.
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Even though we’re rolling through 2026, we wanted to take a moment to look back at 2025 and all that we were able to accomplish together. Better late than never!
Check out what what D15 did in 2025.
I wouldn’t be able to do half of what we do without Amy, Alena, and Kylie. I’m so grateful for these all-star ladies and their passion for this work. I'm so blessed by them.
We're already knocking 2026 out of the park! 💫
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The I-65 Central Corridor Project is a major Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) initiative to replace aging interstate bridges and rehabilitate pavement between I-264 (Watterson Expressway) and Muhammad Ali Boulevard in downtown Louisville. Several bridges in this heavily traveled corridor are more than 60 years old and in poor condition, serving key destinations like UPS, Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport, the Fair & Exposition Center, UofL, and the medical district.
To complete critical bridge replacements, a section of I-65 will be closed in June and July 2026, with interstate traffic detoured. I-65 is expected to reopen with reduced capacity by August 1, 2026.
Residents, commuters, and businesses are strongly encouraged to stay informed. Sign up for email and text alerts and view detour maps at: https://i65centralcorridor.com/
NOTE: The D15 office is working to organize another I65 Town Hall for residents to understand the impacts of the closure and how they can mitigate them.
D15 March Event Calendar
3/2: Saint Joseph Area Association Chili Cook-off (6:30 pm; Eastern Parkway Baptist Church, 601 Eastern Pkwy)
3/3: Taylor Berry Neighborhood Association (6 pm; 2911 Taylor Blvd)
3/3: Wilder Park Neighborhood Association meeting (6:30 pm; 120 Fairmont Ave)
3/10: 4th Division Advisory board meeting (6:30 pm; Edison Building cafeteria; 701 W Ormsby Ave)
3/11: Meriwether-Fort Hill Neighborhood Association meeting (6:30 pm; 537 E Burnett Ave)
3/12: Metro Council Meeting (6 pm, 601 W. Jefferson St)
3/16: German-Paristown Neighborhood Association meeting (6 pm; at Hope Worsted Mills, 1000 Swan St)
3/17: Taylor Berry AVC Community Dinner (Sojourn Carlisle, 3548 Taylor Blvd)
3/17: Lucky Horseshoe Neighborhood Association meeting (6 pm; 1017 Queen Ave)
3/17: Iroquois Neighborhood Association Meeting (7 pm; Epiphany Church, 7032 Southside Dr)
3/19: Hazelwood Neighborhood Association Meeting (6 pm; Hazelwood Elementary School Library, 1325 Bluegrass Ave)
3/28: Schnitzelburg Area Community Council Neighborhood Cleanup (7 pm; Emerson Park, 1100 Sylvia St)
3/26: Metro Council Meeting (6 pm; 601 W. Jefferson St)
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Stay up to date on everything D15 and see what's happening around the district and in the city.
The dates for the North Overlook in Iroquois Park to be open to cars have been announced, starting this month!
The gate to the North Overlook via Uppill Road in Iroquois Park will be open on the second Saturday and Sunday of the month, excluding April, from 10 am to 4 pm through November.
Here's the 2026 schedule:
- March 14-15
- April 4-5*
- May 9-10
- June 13-14
- July 11-12
- August 8-9
- September 12-13
- October 10-11
- November 14-15
*Tour de Lou bike race in Iroquois April 12, and April 18 is Thunder.
Please remember to drive SLOWLY as the drive will still be shared with pedestrians, cyclists, and animals.
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The Office of Violence Prevention is hosting their monthly Taylor Berry Anti Violence Coalition Community Dinner, next Tuesday, March 17th at Sojourn Carlisle (3548 Taylor Blvd, Louisville, KY 40215) from 5 to 7pm.
March's theme is civic engagement, so a representative from the Board of Elections will be there to talk about voting changes and volunteer opportunities.
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The Friends of Iroquois Park will be meeting on Monday, October 27 at 6:30 pm at the Iroquois Library (601 W. Woodlawn Ave).
The group meets to make sure that Iroquois Park remains an extraordinary park for our community and share ideas and proposals. Everyone is welcome so feel free to bring your friends, family, and neighbors!
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LMPD invites the community to come together and speak about the public safety efforts being done by LMPD per the Community Commitment.
The first meeting is scheduled for March 25th from 6 to 7 pm at the South Louisville Community Center at 2911 Taylor Blvd.
All are welcome!
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Join the Schnitzelburg Area Community Council (SACC) for the 2026 Spring Community Cleanup on March 28th! Swing by Emerson Park any time between 9 am and 12 pm to grab supplies (gloves and bags)! There will be some morning refreshments as well.
Every helping hand matters for a cleaner, greener Schnitz!
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Join the Schnitzelburg Area Community Council (SACC) for their annual community Easter Egg Hunt at Emerson Park on Saturday, April 4th! 🐣🐇
This year’s event promises to be bigger and better, offering a fantastic chance to connect with our neighbors. The hunt will kick off at 10 am, with a delayed start for the older kids.
My office is proud to have donated all the pre-filled eggs! 🧺
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The Saint Joseph's Area Association established their meeting dates for 2026. Typically, Meetings of the Members are on the second Monday of even months at 6:30 pm at either Eastern Parkway Baptist Church or Bradley Park. The tentative schedule is as follows:
March 2— Annual Chili Dinner, 6:30 pm at Eastern Parkway Baptist Church
April 13—The Story of St Joseph presented by Mike Zanone, 6:30 pm at Eastern Parkway Baptist Church
June 8— 6:30 pm at Bradley Park (weather contingent)
August 10— Watermelon in the Park, 6:30 pm at Bradley Park (weather contingent)
October 12—Hot cider and cookies + Sweet Swap, 6:30 pm at Bradley Park (weather contingent)
December 14— 6:30 pm, location TBA
Thanks to generous donors, the Speed Art Museum’s Free Sundays program has made art accessible to thousands. While we plan for a gradual transition to a new admission model for Sundays, the Museum has decided to continue to offer free Sunday general admission at least through March of this year. It’s also important to note the Speed continues to participate in the national Museums for All program, which allows free or reduced admission for those receiving food assistance. The Speed will not turn any visitor away due to financial need.
The Lamp of Peace is coming to Louisville! It is the ONLY time the Lamp will be in the United States and we are ready to spread peace in Louisville and out in to the world. The Lamp of Peace Experience participants will enjoy a multitude of ways to spread peace and harmony that will be shared by peacemakers from around the Globe, March 13-15, 2026.
With interfaith/multi-cultural speakers at the Friday night opening ceremonies, Dick Sisto Trio’s Peace concert on Saturday afternoon followed by a Peace Walk, Dawne Gee as our Saturday evening speaker, Penny Sisto’s Thomas Merton Quilt, fabulous music by our local and international guests, and the Louisville Pipe band piping in the Scottish Society of Louisville’s flag procession on Sunday morning at the closing ceremonies. The actual physical Lamp of Peace is part of the U.K.’s Project 80. It will be present during the weekend, and is a symbol representing the “light of peace” that emerged from the darkness of WW II.
Presented by Unity of Louisville at HCM, 1228 E. Breckinridge St. 40204.
For tickets and more information visit: https://unity-of-louisville-469217.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3324770
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Harbor House of Louisville is an Intergenerational Life Center that recently opened a Child Enrichment Center in the south end of Louisville. Harbor House has been serving adults with intellectual disabilities for over 30 years and just recently included children to their mission. They serve 31 zip codes and 5 different counties in and around the city of Louisville.
Harbor House is hosting their Feathers and Friends Gala on March 21st and invite members of the community to get involved for a night of fun and giving back to our community.
Get tickets: https://hhlou.org/event/feathers-and-friends-gala-2026/
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The Office of Sustainability is excited to bring back Earth Fest, Louisville’s Earth Month kickoff celebration.
You're invited to attend and help promote this family-friendly festival featuring food, music, sustainability activities, and local resources.
Date: Saturday, March 28, 2026
Time: 1 –5 pm
Location: Alberta O. Jones Park, 744 S 23rd St, Louisville, KY 40211
All are welcome!
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Get ready for Louisville’s favorite day under the canopy!
You're invited to TreeFest, an annual Arbor Day celebration hosted by community partners. The event will kick-off bright and early at Thurman-Hutchins Park (3227 River Rd, Louisville, KY 40207) with a tree-mendous volunteer planting—this is optional & doesn’t require experience, just a willingness to dig in and have fun getting your hands dirty! After that, head over to the festival to enjoy live music, great food, local vendors, and activities for all ages!
For additional info and volunteer sign-ups visit treeslouisville.org/treefest
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Unsure of your spring break plans? Looking for a fun way for your kids to connect with nature while the seasons change? Spring break camp registration is now open! This camp is open to kiddos 7-10 years old and will take place April 6-10 from 9 am to 4 pm each day. Sign ups are available for individual days or for the full week.
Learn more: https://www.louisvillenaturecenter.org/new-products-1/spring-break-nature-camp
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Louisville Grows would like to remind the community about our Treecipient Program, which provides free trees to residents across Louisville neighborhoods.
As a longstanding leader in residential tree distribution, Louisville Grows continues to offer support through this program, helping residents connect to resources and participate in tree planting in their neighborhoods.
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Anti-Racism Challenge (ARC) begins April 3rd. The free 4-Week Challenge works in much the same way as a food challenge or lifestyle challenge: by regularly participating in anti-racism activities, we naturally develop better habits of noticing and challenging racism in our daily lives. Each week, participants will receive a free email with a list of 12 anti-racism activities, such as read an article, view a documentary, contact an elected official, etc; we ask that you complete 3. It’s individual, you don’t report to anyone. Ask a friend to join you! Learn more and sign up here:
https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/T0pPdDE
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Louisville Metro Animal Clinic's Drive-Thru Microchip Clinic means you get to stay in your warm car while your pet gets chipped.
The next Drive-Thru Microchip Clinic will be Sunday, March 22, 2026 from 1 pm to 3:30 pm at Louisville Metro Animal Clinic, 3528 Newburg Road, Louisivlle, KY 40218. You must be in line by 3:30 pm to receive a chip.
All chips are just $10 per chip!
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COMPETITION: The Congressional Art Competition is an officially sanctioned bipartisan event designed to encourage the artistic talents of high school students nationwide. Winning artworks from each congressional district hang in the Cannon Tunnel of the U.S. Capitol for one year. With millions of visitors passing through the Capitol each year, the exhibition is among the most viewed student art displays in the country. For the KY-03 competition, a runner-up Community Winner will have their artwork displayed in Congressman McGarvey's Louisville office for one year.
ELIGIBILITY: This competition is open to all high school students residing in KY-03 between grades 9-12. Students should participate in the art competition taking place in the district where they reside, not where they attend school. You can find your Member of Congress here.
OVERVIEW: The competition is hosted online with public voting for the winning artwork. Two winners are selected - an overall winner and a community winner. The overall winner will receive two roundtrip tickets to Washington, D.C., to attend the national award ceremony and have their artwork displayed in the Cannon Tunnel of the U.S. Capitol for one year. A runner-up community winner will also receive prizes including having their artwork displayed in the Louisville office for one year.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Review the 2026 Rules and Regulations BEFORE submitting.
- Review submission instructions and required paperwork on our website, including the Student Information and Release Form.
- Fully complete this form by March 29, 2026, at 11:59 PM ET to enter the 2026 Congressional Art Competition. Submissions are only accepted through this form. Your artwork does not need to be framed to enter the competition. Only the winning pieces will need to be framed.
- You may enter multiple pieces into the competition. Please submit one form for each entry.
- AI generated artwork is strictly prohibited. Students may not collaborate on an entry.
KEY DATES:
- Submission form opens: February 2nd
- Deadline for submissions (completing this form): March 29th by 11:59 PM ET
- Public online voting portal opens: March 31st
- Public online voting portal closes: April 23rd at 12 PM ET
- Overall and Community Award winners notified: April 28th
- Louisville award ceremony for both winners: TBA
- Washington D.C. award ceremony (Overall Winner only): June 25th (Winner and ONE GUEST may attend the national celebration. Roundtrip airfare for two provided. Winner is responsible for hotel accommodations and all D.C. related expenses such as excursions, transportation, meals, etc.)
Contact ArtCompKY03@mail.house.gov or 502-582-5129 with any questions.
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Get ready for a week full of creativity, adventure, and socialization during Louisville Metro Parks & Rec Spring Break programs, happening April 6–10!
Kids and teens can enjoy days packed with games, arts & crafts, outdoor activities, and opportunities to make new friends at community centers across the city. With both structured camps and open programming available, there’s something for every age and interest. It’s the perfect way to stay active and engaged during time off school!
Register here.
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With the 2026 midterm elections on the horizon, the Jefferson County Clerk's office is encouraging community members to get involved as local election poll workers. This is a great opportunity to support our democratic process, help ensure fair and efficient voting, and make a positive impact in our neighborhoods.
If you’re interested in stepping up to serve, please visit http://JeffersonCountyKY.EasyPollWorker.com to learn more sign up.
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Solid Waste Management Services will resume regular curbside yard waste collection on the week of March 23.
Until then, all Jefferson County residents may bring their bundled yard waste to the Waste Reduction Center, located at 636 Meriwether Ave., where it can be dropped off free of charge.
Solid Waste Management Services appreciates the community's cooperation and commitment to keeping our city clean and sustainable.
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According to the Louisville Metro Multi‑Hazards Mitigation Plan, flooding is the most significant natural hazard facing our community. Flooding in Louisville can result from the Ohio River, interior streams, or a dam or levee failure. While river flooding often develops over several days or weeks, flash flooding from heavy rainfall—or a structural failure—can occur within minutes. Awareness and preparedness remain essential for all residents.
Check Your Flood Risk
To see whether a property is located within a floodplain, visit: https://apps.lojic.org/msdflooddetermination/
Insurance Reminder
Homeowner’s insurance does not cover flood damage. Even a few inches of water can cause tens of thousands of dollars in damage. Residents can learn more about coverage options by contacting their insurance agent or visiting:
https://www.floodsmart.gov
Learn More About Floodplain Management
Additional information is available at: https://louisvillemsd.org/floodplain
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Have a question about zoning in your neighborhood? Wondering how developments get approved?
Planning impacts how our neighborhoods grow, what the future of Louisville looks like, and where we live. Louisville Metro’s Office of Planning is hosting open Q&A sessions at library branches on select Tuesday afternoons. These sessions are free and open to the public – no RSVP required.
The goal of these conversations is simple: to make the planning process clearer and easier to understand.
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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.
Why is it needed?
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.
How to apply?
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.
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The Public Works tram has already filled 7,000 this year and they are still going!
You play an important role in helping crews make repairs faster. Reporting potholes helps us identify problem areas and prioritize repairs, keeping streets safer and smoother for everyone.
You can report potholes by:
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Filling out the online form at LouisvilleKY.gov
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Using Twitter (X) by sending the location to @LouMetro311 and including #502pothole
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Calling Metro311 or 502-574-5000 to report potholes or other service issues
A few helpful tips when reporting a pothole:
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Be as specific as possible about the location, including nearby intersections or landmarks
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Avoid stopping in traffic to take photos — your safety comes first
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If you see crews working in the area, please slow down and give them space
With continued winter weather expected, potholes may appear throughout the season. Reporting them promptly helps us respond quickly and maintain safer roads across the city.
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