District 23 Update - April 10, 2026

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Louisville, KY  40202
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April 11 - TreeFest

TreeFest 2026

Saturday, April 11
Thurman Hutchins Park
3734 River Rd
11:00am-3:00pm

TreeFest is Louisville’s Arbor Day celebration, bringing the community together to explore the essential role trees play in our lives. This family-friendly event is packed with creative, engaging, and fun activities for all ages. There will be tree planting, giveaways, tree education activities, vendors, live music, and food and drink.

Learn more at: treeslouisville.org/treefest.


April 13 - District Office Hours

Metro Seal

Councilman Hudson wants to hear directly from you! Join him during this month’s District Office Hours to share your thoughts on Metro Government, whether it’s a concern, a suggestion, or a question about your neighborhood

Next Meeting Date:

Monday, April 13

5:00pm-6:00pm (Drop In)

6:00pm-7:00pm (By Appointment)    

Central Government Center, 7201 Outer Loop

District Office Hours are the 2nd Monday of each month at the Central Government Center. 

Call 574-1123 or email Jeff.Hudson@louisvilleky.gov for more information. 


April 14 - Business Expo & Taste of Fern Creek

Fern Creek Business Expo

You are cordially invited to attend the Fern Creek Chamber Business Expo & Taste of Fern Creek

Tuesday, April 14
Woodhaven Country Club
7200 Woodhaven Rd.
3:00pm-6:00pm

This popular event brings together local residents, business owners, restaurants, and community leaders, giving you the chance to expand your network, promote your brand, and connect with potential customers. Enjoy giveaways, door prizes, and tastings from local restaurants, all FREE!

For more information visit ferncreek.org.


April 16 - Quarterly Community Meeting with Louisville Independent Monitor

Independent Monitor

Thursday, April 16
South Central Regional Library
7300 Jefferson Blvd. 
Doors - 5:30pm
Program - 6:00pm

The Independent Monitor, Effective Law Enforcement for All (ELEFA) will share an update on our work under Louisville’s Community Commitment, including who we are, how the monitoring process works, and what we have been doing since our first community meeting in February, and answer your questions, followed by an opportunity for community feedback.

For questions, please contact ELEFA's Deputy Monitor and Community Liaison Brian Corr at brian@elefalvl.org.


2026 FridayFest at Highview Park

2026 FridayFest

The FridayFest concert series will return for its fourteenth year this summer at Highview Park. This is a series of six concerts offering a variety of music on Fridays, as well as various food vendors and children’s activities. 

All shows are free and run from 6pm-10pm at Highview Park, 7201 Outer Loop. Make plans now to attend this year’s shows.  Dates and performers for each night are as followsClick to edit this placeholder text.

May 22
An evening with The Brass Pack
(70s & 80s Pop/Rock)

June 5
Mary Mary (Pop/Rock)
with Josh and Billy

June 19
An evening with EMPTY-V 80's Band (Pop/Rock)

July 10
JD Shelburne (Country)
with Jeni Carr and Josh Wrubel

July 24
Caribou (Pop/Rock)
with School of Rock

Aug 7
The Decades (Pop/Rock/Country)
with Skylar and Erin

Sponsorship and Vendor Packages Available

Sponsorship packages and vendor space is available.
Contact John Grantz at john@mediaeventsusa.com for more information. 

For the most up to date information on FridayFest at Highview Park, follow on Facebook.


April 19 - Prescription Drug Takeback at Zoo

Drug Takeback Zoo

April 19 - Drive Thru Microchip Clinic

Microchip clinic

Sunday, April 19
3528 Newburg Rd
1:00pm-3:30pm
must be in line by 3:30pm.

Microchips will be $10 per pet for Jefferson County residents. Please use this link to sign up for the microchip clinic. 

Sign up here:
https://LMASschedule.as.me/microchipclinic


April 23 - Planning Commission Meeting Regarding 5004, 5100, 5104, 5106, 5108, 5112, 5114 Maple Spring Drive; 10609 & 10613 Preston Highway

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 associated waivers, variance(s), and binding elements.

Subject Properties: 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)

The Planning Commission Meeting will be held:
Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 1:00pm

In Person Option:

 514 West Liberty Street
Louisville, KY 40202 (Old Jail Building)

Options for Joining the Virtual Meeting:
 https://louisvilleky.gov/government/planning-design/upcoming-public-meetings

25-zone-0149

View Plan as a PDF


Adoptable Pet of the Week

Eve

Eve is our queen of silly facial expressions!  She will keep you cracking up!  Eve is a professional leaner, a belly rub connoisseur, and the best passenger on car rides.  

Eve has more spring in her step than you'd expect for a 9 year old dog, she gets around great and loves taking you on a journey of everything she sniffs and hears. She sits for treats and takes them so gently from your hands.  Eve is so ready for and most deserving of her second chapter!  Come make her yours today!

Dogs over 40 pounds are always FREE. Adoptions include spay/neuter, up-to-date shots, one free training session with Micky's House, one year free membership at PG&Js dog park, and more!

Animal House
3516 Newburg Road, Louisville

Open daily 12–6pm

Adopt, foster, volunteer & more:
linktree.com/yourcityshelter


April 25 - Saint Bernadette Dancing for Diapers Gala

2026 Diaper Gala

Our Diaper Bank collects diapers to help agencies that assist low-income and homeless families. We supply diapers for children, the elderly, and the disabled. Over the past year, we have donated over 50,000 diapers a month to 24 various community agencies.

The Dancing for Diapers Gala is our largerst annual fundraiser and provides critical support that keeps babies clean, dry and healthy.

The Diaper Bank ONLY distributes to community agencies (not individuals).

Learn more, sponsor and purchase tickets:
Saint Bernadette Diaper Bank


Attend WINSDAY at Churchill Downs and Support Fern Creek/Highview United Ministries

FCHUM WINSDAY

Join Fern Creek Highview United Ministries (FCHUM) at Churchill Downs on April 29th for their WINSDAY day at the track. Gates open at 11:30 am, and you can stay as long as you like. 

For every ticket sold, the ministry receives $5 in support. So, grab your tickets and get ready to enjoy the nostalgia of the track and the excitement of the horses running! 

Purchase FCHUM WINSDAY Tickets


Beer, Wine and Liquor License Application for 6202 Price Lane Rd.

ABC

Hina Ahuja, 6202 Price Lane rd Louisville, KY 40229, Hereby declares intention(s) to apply for a Beer, wine, and liquor license(s) no later than March 30, 2026. The business to be licensed will be located at 6202 Price Lane Rd, Louisville, Kentucky 40229 doing business as Quickees . The owner(s) are as follows: Hina Ahuja 2423 ashwood ct Jeffersonville, IN 47130.

Any person, association, corporation, or body politic, may protest the granting of the license(s).  There are two agencies which approve alcoholic beverage licenses, State ABC and Metro ABC. 

In this case letters must be received by May 2, 2026. 
The addresses are:

Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control
500 Mero Street 2NE33
Frankfort, KY 40601
Comments can be emailed to: abc.info@ky.gov

and

ABC Administrator Brad Silveria
Louisville Metro Codes & Regulations
444. S. 5th Street, Suite 200
Louisville, KY 40202
Comments can be emailed to: bradley.silveria@louisvilleky.gov


District 23 Residents Needed for Boards and Commissions

Board or Commission

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.

If you are interested in volunteering for one of Louisville Metro Government's Boards and 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.

To learn more please visit Boards and Commissions.


Crime Maps

 

Always Remember to Lock Your Car and Remove All Valuables, it's the Easiest Way to Prevent Crime

LMPD

Click Here to view LMPD's interactive crime mapping tool.   

 If you see crime occurring, please contact the Louisville Metro Police Department.

Call 911 for emergencies. 
Call 574-7111 for non-emergency related assistance.
Call 574-LMPD to report crime tips.