Help Shape a New Service Request System

Louisville Metro Government is working to improve the online tools many residents use every day, including the Louisville Metro Business Portal, the 311 Reporting System, and the 311 Mobile App and we want your input! These tools allow the public to submit service requests, report issues, and track responses. 

Louisville Metro has launched a public engagement website where community members can share their experiences and ideas. On the site, you can:

• Fill out a short survey
• Share ideas on the Ideas Wall
• Respond to an open‑ended question about your experiences
  

Click here to tell us how you feel!

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Your feedback will help guide decisions about communication tools, self‑service options, and how Metro can make services more efficient, accessible, and responsive for everyone. The site will also serve as a central hub for project updates, keeping residents informed as the CRM selection process moves forward.

Whether you have used Metro’s 311 system, submitted a service request, or interacted with Metro online, your voice matters.We encourage all residents to participate today!

Thanks for taking a few minutes to help shape the future of how Louisville Metro Government serves our community.

Party for the Planet Returns! A Celebration of the Earth at the Zoo

Throughout April, the Zoo will host a series of weekend activities and discounted admission opportunities to celebrate the wonder of our planet and promote the need to protect it. The month culminates on April 26 with the Zoo’s Earth Day Celebration, which features five dollars off general Zoo admission and free parking all day, courtesy of the LG&E and KU Foundation. Community eco-partners will be featured throughout the Zoo, 10:00am – 2:00pm, providing guests with valuable information on environmental conservation.

For more information about the Louisville Zoo Hours and The Party for the Plant, click here!

Iroquois Amphitheater Kicks Off 2026 Season

Metro Louisville kicks off the 2026 season at the Iroquois Amphitheater, bringing another year of live music, movie nights, and community events to one of Louisville’s most beloved outdoor venues.

More shows and special events will be announced throughout the year. To view the full event calendar and purchase tickets, visit IroquoisAmphitheater.com.

Wave After Wave's World Premiere at Actors Theatre - 50% Off Tickets

Wave After Wave is a joyful, musical story about two cousins and a lifetime of connection. Funny, sentimental, and exactly the kind of cultural event that makes Louisville worth living in. With an original score by David Gomez and a century-spanning story that touches on family, identity, and the natural world, it's a show for everyone. 

Actors Theatre of Louisville is excited to present this world premiere through April 12. Use the code WaveHalf to get 50% off.  Click here to order tickets!

Drug Take Back Event - April 4

Prescription drugs sitting in your home can quietly become a danger…fueling misuse, addiction and accidental harm.

The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office is giving the community a safe, simple way to take that risk off the table.

Join them for the next Drug Take Back event on Saturday, April 4, 10:00am - 2:00pm at the UofL Shelby Campus. No questions. No judgment. Just a chance to safely dispose of medications and help protect your family—and your community.

One small step can make a big difference.

FCHUM Needs Volunteer Food Pick-Up Driver

Fern Creek Highview United Ministries (FCHUM) needs help! They are looking for a weekday morning food pickup driver to pick up and deliver food from two groceries and drop them at the FCHUM's pantry. If you are interested, call Chris at (502) 762-9611.

Low-Cost Rabies, License & Microchip Clinic - April 25

Metro Animal Services Low-Cost Rabies, License & Microchip Clinic will be sponsored by Metro Council Districts 24, 13 and 25. The Clinic is April 25, 10:00am - 1:00pm at the Fraternal Order of Eagles, 201 Outer Loop. No appointment is necessary and all dogs must be on a leash and all cats in carriers. All patrons must purchase a license for all pets participating.

Registration for Team Kentucky's Safe Teen Driving Challenge is OPEN!

Registration is open for Team Kentucky’s second Safe Teen Driving Challenge, which encourages safe driving behaviors to keep highways safe while also giving teen drivers the chance to earn one of five cash prizes worth a total of $10,000. 

Over the past three years, there have been more than 49,000 crashes involving teen drivers, resulting in over 13,000 injuries and tragically, 197 lost lives. The Safe Teen Driving Challenge, managed by the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC), aims to reduce those numbers by encouraging young drivers to build better habits and stay focused behind the wheel.  

The challenge rewards the top five drivers with cash prizes, sponsored by AAA Blue Grass, AAA East Central and Intoximeters. Winners will be announced in August, and the school of the winning students will also be recognized. Over 800 drivers participated in the challenge in 2025. 

Prizes are as follows, 1st place prize is $3,000, 2nd is $2,500, 3rd is $2,000, 4th is $1,500 and 5th is $1,000.

How to Join the Challenge
This challenge is open to 15-to-19-year-old drivers with a valid permit or driver’s license and a smartphone. Parental consent is required for drivers under 18. To join, teens simply: 

1. Register online at kentuckyhighwaysafety.com/safe-teen-driving-challenge/ through Thursday, April 16, 2026 (cut-off is 11:59pm). 
2. Download the DriveWell Go™ app, create a new account, and enter the contest token code. 
3. Drive safe, track your performance, and compete for the chance to win a prize.  

Driving performance will be measured from April 17 to July 17, 2026, giving participants plenty of time to compete for the top spots. 

For more information and to register, visit https://kentuckyhighwaysafety.com/safe-teen-driving-challenge/. 

Public Meeting on I-65/Gene Snyder Freeway Interchange Planning Study

A transportation planning study now underway in Jefferson County will evaluate potential improvements to the Interstate 65/Interstate 265 (Gene Snyder Freeway) interchange.

This study includes a full analysis of existing conditions and will evaluate improvement concepts to address congestion, improve traffic flow and enhance the safety of the interchange. Meeting attendees will have the opportunity to share their feedback, as well as review existing traffic, safety, and environmental information related to the planning study. 

The public meeting will be an open-house event with no formal presentation TODAY, April 2, 5:00 - 7:00pm at the South Central Regional Library, 7300 Jefferson Boulevard, Louisville, 40219. While the meeting is hosted at the library, the meeting is not sponsored or endorsed by the Louisville Free Public Library. An online public survey will also be made available following the public meeting through April 30, 2026: bit.ly/I65I265study. A second public meeting is expected to be held in the Summer of 2026, and the final report is expected to be published by the end of 2026.

All written comments will become part of the official meeting record. Once compiled, the meeting record and supporting documentation will be made available for review and copying only after an Open Records Request has been received and approved. All Open Records Requests must be submitted to the Transportation Cabinet, Office of Legal Services, Transportation Office Building (200 Metro St, Frankfort, KY 40622), or via kytc.openrecords@ky.gov.

Metro Council Clerk Hiring for an Assistant Clerk Position

Metro Council Assistant Clerk Position Summary Objective: The purpose of this position is to assist Council Clerk and provide staff support to the Metro Council. This class works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences. Click here to Apply Today!

Please Save the Date for ELEFA's Second Quarterly Community Meeting

Pop-Up Drop-Off - April 4th - UofL Shelby Campus

Louisville Metro Public Works is hosting its next Pop-Up Drop-Off event April 4, 10:00am - 2:00pm at the UofL Shelby Campus, 440 N. Whittington Parkway. These events provide Jefferson County residents with a convenient, free way to recycle items and dispose of large household materials. 

Residents can drop off a variety of items, including large household items, up to three electronic devices, scrap metal, bundled yard waste, up to four tires, and household recyclables. Additional services include prescription medication collection by the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Department, on-site document shredding by a vendor, and gently used shoe donations to WaterStep.

New this year, residents can also bring gently used textiles and household items, which will be donated to Goodwill Kentucky.

Pop-Up Drop-Off events are designed to make it easier for residents to responsibly manage waste, reduce landfill use, and keep neighborhoods clean. The program is made possible through a partnership between Louisville Metro Public Works and the Louisville/Jefferson County Waste Management District. 

Residents are encouraged to review accepted and non-accepted items before attending and take advantage of this free service. To learn more about what can be dropped off and to view upcoming events click here!

Maple Springs and Preston Highway Review for a Change of Zoning

You are invited to attend a review for a Change in Zoning from R-4 Single-Family Residential to C-2 Commercial and a Change in Form District from Neighborhood to Suburban Marketplace Corridor with a Detailed District Development Plan with assiociated waivers, variance(s), and binding elements.

Subject Property:  5004, 5100, 5104, 5106, 5108, 5112, 5114 Maple Spring Drive; 10609 & 10613 Preston Hwy

Case Number: 25-ZONE-0149

Case Manager: MARK PINTO (mark.pinto@louisvilleky.gov)

Meeting Type: PLANNING COMMISSION

Meeting Date: THURSDAY, April 23, 2026 

Time: Meeting will begin at 1:00pm and continue until all cases are heard.

Location:  514 W Liberty Street, 40202 (OLD JAIL BUILDING)

Persons who desire special accommodations, including translation or interpretation services, should contact the Office of Planning at (502) 574-6230 at least one week prior to this meeting.

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Notice of Application for Wrecking of Historic Structures - 5104, 5106, 5108, 5112, and 5114 Maple Springs Drive

The Office of Planning and Design Services has received a change in zoning request application on which historic structures are proposed for demolition:

Subject Property: 5104, 5106, 5108, 5112, and 5114 Maple Spring Drive

Case Number: 25-ZONE-0149

The above reference properties are eligible for listing in the National Register of Historic Places. LMCO (150.110) requires a notice of the proposed demolition be sent simultaneously with the notice for the public hearing of the change in zoning request because it requires a public hearing. This dual notice commences the required 30-day hold on the properties. 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 buildings as a local landmark. This hold will expire after 4/22/2026. Once this hold has expired, a wrecking permit may be issued if the development plan showing the removal is approved and the new construction permits are ready to be issued.

For additional information regarding this application, please visit https://aca-louisville.accela.com/ljcmg/Default.aspx or contact Savannah Darr, Historic Preservation Officer, at 502-574-5705 or savannah.darr@louisvilleky.gov. For more information on the wrecking process, please visit https://louisvilleky.gov/government/office-planning/historic-building-wreckingdemolition-reviews.

Library Events for April

April Collider Artist-in-Redsidence - Makara Thach Sernett - Fine Art Painter

Makara is a Cambodian refugee-turned-artist who weaves stories of resilience, hope, and transformation into vibrant, impressionistic paintings. She invites connection, contemplation, and a deeper appreciation for the world's beauty and messes through sharing her own personal experiences. Makara loves acrylic paints for their versatility, and combines traditional and out-of-the-box approaches to mark making with vibrant color palettes. She intends to use her art as a bridge for emotional connection and cultural learning during her workshops, and create a studio environment where patrons feel invited not just to observe, but to reflect and participate. Through open studio conversations, workshops, and demos, Makara will guide visitors in exploring their own stories, using art as a gentle process of release, rest, discovery, and healing. Classes: Saturday, April 4, 12 p.m. Rising Lotus: A Guided Painting Workshop Saturday, April 18, 12 p.m. The Art of Vietnamese Lion Dance with River Lotus Lion Dance Saturday, April 25, 12 p.m. Asian Lantern Workshop Registration is required, please email Liz.Magee@lfpl.or

English for Speakers of Other Languages - Fridays 10:00 - 11:00am

English for Speakers of Other Languages offers guided English practice led by a library staff member. Students will have the opportunity to practice their English and ask questions in a supportive environment. Join them at the South Central Regional Library, 7300 Jefferson Blvd., (502) 964-3515, Fridays, 10:00 - 11:00am.

Beginner's Adventure Club - April 4

Join for an introduction to tabletop role-playing games at the Beginner's Adventure Club.  The age to play is 13-19. This will take place at the South Central Regional Library, 7300 Jefferson Blvd., April 4, 12:30 - 2:30pm, (502) 964-3515.

Shakespeare in the Libraries - The Two-Actor Tempest - April 4

Kentucky Shakespeare returns to the Library with their Two-Actor Tempest, a comedy of magical mischief, exploring the power of empathy and forgiveness. For teens, children and families. Best for ages 6+. The performance is free and is Saturday, April 4, 2:00pm, at the South Central Regional Library, 7300 Jefferson Blvd., (502) 964-3515.

Mindbody Wellness Series - April 6 - The Ally Mindset

The Mind Body Wellness Series with Mental Health Lou, is a four-week educational workshop series designed to strengthen community mental health through free educational programs led by licensed mental health professionals and wellness educators. At the South Central Regional Library, 7300 Jefferson Blvd., (502) 964-3515. Mondays in April, 6:00 - 7:00pm. The topic for April 6 is The Ally Mindset.  

For further information on Councilwoman Ginny Mulvey-Woolridge or District 24 please visit https://louisvilleky.gov/government/metro-council-district-24

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