District 22 E-Newsletter - April 28, 2026

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Councilman Kevin Bratcher
601 West Jefferson Street
Louisville, KY 40202
502.574.1122

IMPORTANT NUMBERS:

LMPD 7th Division: 574-2133

LMPD Non-emergency: 574- 2111

Fern Creek Fire Dept.: 239-7075

Metro Call: 311 or 574-5000

Metro Animal Services: 473-7387

Metro Codes & Regulations: 574-2508

Metro Public Works: 574-5810

Metro Parks: 574-7275

Louisville Water Company: 583-6610

MSD: 540-6000

LG&E: 589-1444

TARC: 585-1234

South Central Regional Library: 964-3515

In this edition...


Fairmount Road/Old Bardstown Road Closures

The following questions were asked and answered:

  1. On what date will the currently closed Fairmount Road be opened to traffic?
  2. On what date will Old Bardstown Road be closed to traffic?
  3. Will the closure of Old Bardstown Road be a complete closure (both lanes) or will one lane of traffic be enabled by manned signs or an automated signal system?
  4. Is it correct that the closure of Old Bardstown Road is only from just south of the west-side Fairmount intersection to just north of the east-side Fairmount intersection?  Or where does this closure start and stop on Old Bardstown Rd?  Will any part of either side of Fairmount Road also be closed when Old Bardstown Road is closed?
  5. This closure of Old Bardstown Road may last up to 2 months?
  6. What next closure will immediately follow the re-opening of this part Old Bardstown Road?  What information can you give us about your expectations of this next closure?

Answers:

#1   The current Fairmount closure will be opened May 4.   See picture highlighted in red below for further clarification on location.

#2, 3 & 4 – Here is a drawing of the May 4th closure:

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#5 – It was requested for 2 months however this time frame is contingent upon inclement weather, unanticipated delays, and acts of god and may be extended if events occur that is out of our control.   MAC is planning to work 2 crews on this section of work because we understand the importance of the public impact. However, it is necessary to the safety of the crew that the road be closed during this work.

#6   Here is the next area that will have an impact on traffic.   MAC will have to close 1 lane and flag traffic in this area due to worker trucks and triaxles entering and exiting our work area.

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Grand Opening: Fitness Time

Councilman Bratcher presented a Metro Council proclamation at the Grand Opening celebration of Fitness Time at 9350 Cedar Center Way (Cedar Springs Shopping Center).

FitnessTime

FCHUM WINSDAY at Churchill Downs - Apr 29th

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 a.m., and you can stay as long as you like. You can scan the code on the attached flyer to purchase your tickets. 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 Winsday Tickets Today

AT&T Work along Brentlinger Lane

AT&T will access a pole for splice work on Brentlinger Ln.  The work will take place sometime between May 5th to June 5th.  See the attached map of the work location.

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Mayor's FY27 Budget Address to Council

The Mayor’s FY27 Budget Proposal

Louisville Metro Government operates on an annual budget that, unlike the Federal Government, must be balanced and must be passed prior to the start of the new Fiscal Year (July 1st). On April 23rd Mayor Greenberg delivered his fourth budget proposal to the members of the Louisville Metro Council, outlining approximately $1.35 billion in spending ($1.15 billion for the Operating Budget and $197 million for the Capital budget). The mayor’s budget fully funds the police department, fully funds our goals for paving, continues our efforts to address maintenance needs within our parks and completes the needed funding for a number of large capital projects. The budget appears to be a bit tighter than in years past but manages to fund essential services at adequate levels without a request for increased fees or taxes.

A Tighter Budget Outlook

The correct decision to live within our means and refrain from requesting new or additional tax revenue will create a few budgeting challenges as we review the mayor’s proposal. Recent changes in funding levels from senior nutrition and other grants from federal programs have caused Metro to either take on some of those costs or scale back some of our programs. Those changes along with the ending of certain COVID and other Federal programs (as expected) will lead to changes that Metro is ready to address. Rather than relying on these Federal funds for personnel, as other organizations have, we worked hard to reduce our reliance on Federal program funding for personnel so that when their funding runs out, we are not put in a weaker financial position.

In addition to Federal changes, Metro is also posed with having to absorb the additional costs associated with providing health benefits for our employees and increases in union contracts and non-union salary and wages. These increases are also being addressed without having to seek new funding sources.   The mayor is projecting a 3.6% increase in general fund revenue and bonding 26% of the proposed capital projects as well as reducing operating, programmatic and contractual services in 25 Metro Departments.

Highlights from the Mayor’s FY27 Budget Proposal:

  • No new taxes or fees
  • $30 million for continued progress in addressing the Paving and Road repair needs of our Community.
  • $3.5 million to support Thrive By 5 Louisville and make childcare and early learning more affordable and accessible.
  • $5 million for the construction of a training track at the planned First Responders Training Facility in Southwest Jefferson County. Funding matches appropriation from Kentucky General Assembly to support this much needed resource for police, fire, EMS and other regional first responders.
  • $3 million for Dare to Care’s new Hunger Relief Center to be matched with $5 million in funding provided by the General Assembly during this year’s budget process.
  • $500,000 to continue support for the senior nutrition program after a drop in federal funding.
  • $1 million for Home of the Innocents to expand the Kosair for Kids Complex Care Center.
  • $5 million to help with construction costs for the Kentucky Trails Capital Campaign and to match an equal contribution from the Kentucky General Assembly.
  • $4.68 million to complete funding for Metro Parks centralized Maintenance and Operations Facility and the Radio Shop Expansion - both to be located at the current Newburg Radio Shop site . This will aid in making Metro Parks more efficient and  help to remove certain divisions from a variety of parks throughout the community, freeing up space and removing unsightly construction materials and equipment.
  • $275,000 for Family Health Center clinics at JCPS schools and other locations around Louisville.
  • $1.65 million for local community ministries.
  • $4.5 million to complete needed funding for new pool facility at Sun Valley Park. Work to start following end of 2026 swimming season.
  • $5 million for Jefferson Memorial Forest Capital Improvements. Funding will go towards continued development of walking trails, a suspension bridge and other amenities at JMF.
  • $1 million for match for next phase of infrastructure improvements using Metro System Development Charge.
  • $2 million for identified bridge and retaining wall repairs.
  • Hiring of additional library staff to support the opening of the new Fern Creek Library
  • $450,000 for Sylvania Park capital improvements
  • $50,000 for a new Southwest Community Center. Funding will combine with FY26 allocation already in use for planning and design.
  • $20+ million to help more people and families find affordable housing through support of the Affordable Housing Trust Fund, down payment assistance, existing property repair and renovation, small developer projects, and more.
  • $1.5 million to tear down Dosker Manor and make way for new affordable housing.
  • $500,000 to support the Home for Good initiative to create more permanent supportive housing for individuals experiencing chronic homelessness.

Next Steps

We will receive the details of the mayor’s proposal over the next week. During this time we will be looking through the hundreds of pages presented to get a better grasp of the details of the Mayor’s budget. The first FY27 Budget hearing is planned for May 7th with approximately 25 hearings planned over the course of May and early June.

During those meetings we will have the opportunity to delve deeper into the operations of the major departments as well as the necessity and reasoning behind each proposed capital project. The Metro Council has a Budget Link located on our main webpage. This page contains the Capital, Operating, Detail as well as hearing schedule and public comment forms for this budget cycle. The Metro Council expects to have the final vote on the FY27 Budget on Thursday, June 25th at the regularly scheduled meeting of the Metro Council.


Happy Acres Swim Club Memberships

Many Fern Creek families have great memories of Happy Acres Swim Club. Memberships are available for the 2026 summer season! Info is available by email at… happyacresswimclub@yahoo.com

2026 HASC

JCSO Implements Body-Worn Cameras

After a successful debut during Thunder Over Louisville last weekend, the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office is now moving full speed into Kentucky Oaks and Derby week with a powerful new tool designed to enhance transparency, strengthen accountability and elevate public trust—body-worn cameras.

After an intensive week of training, 226 deputies are now equipped and ready, marking a major milestone for the agency. The cameras were activated in time for Thunder Over Louisville, where they were used during one of the region’s largest public events. Now, as Louisville prepares for the excitement of Oaks and Derby, deputies will continue using the technology during one of the busiest weeks of the year.

This rollout follows a series of high-impact training sessions led by industry professionals, with support from AXON experts who have worked with agencies across the country. In just four days, approximately 75% of the agency participated in hands-on instruction—an effort that underscores the office’s commitment to getting it right from day one.

“This is more than just new equipment—it’s a new era,” said agency leadership. “Body-worn cameras protect our deputies, our agency and the public, while reinforcing our commitment to transparency and accountability.”

In addition to recording critical interactions, the new body-worn cameras include a translation feature—helping deputies communicate more effectively with individuals who speak a variety of languages and serve a broader cross-section of the community in real time.

Additional training sessions are already planned to ensure 100% of the agency is fully equipped and prepared in the weeks ahead.


Hollywood Classics Under the Stars - Starts 5/4

Iroquois Amphitheater eventSummer Movie Night Series

Hollywood Classics Under The Stars

Starting May 4

Hollywood Classics Under the Stars kicks off on Monday, May 4th with Rogue One: A Star Wars Story! Bring the whole family to the amphitheater from May through September for free outdoor movie screenings. 

2026 MOVIE NIGHTS:

Monday, May 4: Rogue One: A Star Wars Story

Monday, May 18: The Princess Bride presented by Monticello Bank

Monday, June 1: When We Were Kings

Monday, June 15: Hannah Montana Miley Cyrus Best of Both Worlds presented by Monticello Bank

Saturday, June 20: Wicked For Good Sing-Along

Monday, June 29: How to Train Your Dragon presented by Monticello Bank

Saturday, July 11: Almost Famous / This Is Spinal Tap (Double Feature!)

Monday, July 20: The Big Lebowski

Monday, August 3: Shaun of the Dead

Saturday, August 22: The Rocky Horror Picture Show (with Live Shadow Cast)

Saturday, September 5: Godzilla (1954) & Godzilla vs Destoroyah (Double Feature!) presented by Monticello Bank

Learn More:  Hollywood Classics Under The Stars – Iroquois Amphitheater

Have a question?

Reach out to Iroquois Amphitheater at amphitheater@louisvilleky.gov

or call (502) 368-5865 for more information.


Fern Creek Chamber Luncheon - May 5th

We are very excited to announce our May speaker, Mr. Michael Blowen. Please RSVP to let us know if you plan to attend our networking luncheon on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, for a presentation from Mr. Blowen, who started Old Friends Farm, which today cares for nearly 300 Thoroughbred retirees.  Home to Kentucky Derby winners Silver Charm and I’ll Have Another; it is a leading tourist destination in Kentucky. Thousands of fans visit their turf heroes and get up-close-and-personal with racing superstars and blue-collar horses alike. He is proud to share their stories with us. 

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I-65 Central Corridor Closure - PUBLIC MEETINGS

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Shakespeare in the Parks - May 10th

Broad Run Park KYS 2026 Tempest IG-FB

Forest Fest at Jefferson Memorial Forest - 5/16

Grab your blanket and lawn chairs and come out to

Forest Fest on May 16th

for a full‑day celebration of live music and local makers set in the beauty of

Jefferson Memorial Forest

Gates open at 11:30 AM, admission is $15 per car.

Forest Fest at Jefferson Memorial Forest

Community Health Fair - May 16th

Health Fair Flyer 2026

Pop-Up Drop-Off Waste Disposal Event - May 16th

All events are 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. on a Saturday.

Please do not arrive early. Vehicles waiting cause traffic backups.

March 21 - Sun Valley Park and Ashby Lane Baptist Church, 10401 Lower River Rd/6617 Ashby Ln

April 4 - UofL Shelby Campus, 440 N Whittington Pkwy

May 16 - Shawnee Park, 4501 W Broadway

June 13 - Doss High School (tentative), 7601 St. Andrews Church Rd

July 18 - Metro Fleet Services, 3515 Newburg Rd

August 15 - Fern Creek Elementary and High School, enter at 8815 Ferndale Rd

September 19 - Sun Valley Park and Ashby Lane Baptist Church, 10401 Lower River Rd/6617 Ashby Ln

October 17 - Metro Fleet Services, 3515 Newburg Rd

November 21 - UofL Shelby Campus, 440 N Whittington Pkwy

For more details about what is and isn't accepted please visit https://louisvilleky.gov/government/public-works/pop-drop-waste-disposal-events


Other Waste & Recycling Options

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FCHUM: Trivia Night Fundraiser - May 16th

Fern Creek Highview United Ministries (FCHUM) is excited for their upcoming Trivia Night Fundraiser on May 16, 2026, at St. Gabriel Catholic Church from 5:30–9:00 p.m.

Are YOU ready? Gather your team of eight and take on the challenge! It’s a friendly competition that will test your knowledge as you race to be the first team with the correct answers. It’s always a fun‑filled evening with plenty of laughter and brain‑stretching moments — something we can all enjoy!

Flyer Trivia

Shakespeare in the Parks - May 23rd

Highview KYS 2026 Tempest IG-FB

Louisville Zoo "Wild Lights": May 15 - July 26

Wild Lights 2026 3headed dragon

The Louisville Zoo is excited to announce the return of the stunning Wild Lights lantern spectacular. After a one‑year hiatus, this popular event returns to illuminate evenings at the Zoo from May 15 through July 26, 2026.

Tickets are on sale at louisvillezoo.org/wildlights.

“We’re excited to welcome Wild Lights back to the Louisville Zoo,” said Mayor Greenberg. “This spectacular event has become a favorite for families and visitors, and it’s something people of all ages can enjoy together. We can’t wait for guests to see the Zoo transformed once again with incredible light displays and artistry.”

Wild Lights guests will venture through the Zoo’s 1.4-mile path and experience hand-crafted, illuminated art displays. The event will feature more than 50 lantern displays arranged in themed areas, depicting everything from dragons to butterflies. Highlights include a stunning illuminated walkway with a gigantic chameleon at the Zoo’s entrance, a 20‑foot, three‑headed dragon, a magical 15‑foot unicorn, and incredible glowing displays of prehistoric and underwater scenes. Interactive lanterns invite guests to enhance the experience by powering movements with step‑activated pads, along with plenty of selfie‑worthy photo opportunities throughout the festival.

Chinese lantern-making is more than mere decoration; it is a vibrant art form that embodies Chinese philosophy, symbolism, and communal celebration.  This delicate and intricate artform is more than 1,000 years old and the artisans from Zigong, China who accompany Wild Lights are living bearers of this tradition. In addition to viewing the lantern displays, guests are invited to visit the artisans.  There is also a marketplace tent, where unique handcrafted goods will be available for purchase.  This 41-night immersive event features live cultural performances, including lightning-fast mask changing, acrobatics and more.

The Zoo’s food and amenity vendor, SSA Group, will serve themed snacks and cocktails at several locations throughout the Zoo, and the Zoo Gift Shop will remain open with special Wild Lights merchandise available for guests to commemorate their visit.

The event is wheelchair and stroller-friendly on a paved path. The festival will take place rain or shine and is held from 7 p.m. – 10 p.m. on Thursdays through Sundays.

The last ticket sold will be at 9:30 p.m., and the route will be open until 11:30 p.m.

Wild Lights is in partnership with Stewart Promotions and Tianyu Arts & Culture Inc., an international event design company.

Pricing

Tickets are available for purchase in advance online for a lesser rate and at the admission window the evening of the event.  Children under three do not require a ticket. Prices begin at $17 for adults and $13 for children/seniors based on dates and Zoo membership status. Discounted four-packs are also available. Regular daytime Zoo admission tickets and Wild Lights tickets must be purchased separately. Parking for this event is $7 and can be purchased in advance online or at the Zoo admission windows.

For more information and the full tier of pricing, visit louisvillezoo.org/wildlights.


Highview Park 2026 FridayFest

Highview FridayFest 2026 Logo Schedule

The FridayFest concert series will return this summer for its 14th year at Highview Park. This is a series of 6 Friday concerts offering a variety of music, 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 follows:

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.


Temporary Closure of I-65 -- June 1 - August 1

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Closure will save an additional year of construction delays

Team Kentucky is investing in a better Interstate 65 in Louisville by advancing critical infrastructure improvements along the corridor through a planned temporary closure that will allow contract crews to accelerate the replacement of three key bridges. 

Five miles of I-65 are scheduled to close between the Watterson Expressway (I-264) and downtown Louisville (Jefferson Street) early on Monday, June 1. It’s expected to reopen to traffic on Saturday, Aug. 1. The closure is expected to begin by 12:01 a.m. Monday.

A two-mile section of southbound I-65 is expected to reopen to two lanes of traffic by Wednesday, July 1. It stretches from University Boulevard to the Watterson Expressway (I-264). Reopening this section of roadway will reopen four ramps: Crittenden Drive on and off ramps and the on-ramps from Eastern Parkway and University Boulevard to southbound I-65.

During the closure, the I-65 bridges over Kentucky Street/Brook Street, Hill Street/CSX Railroad/Burnett Avenue, and Bradley Avenue near the fairgrounds will be replaced. All three bridges were constructed in the late 1950’s as part of the original construction of the interstate.  The old structures will be removed, and new bridges will be built in their place. Sidewalks will be reconstructed and improved, and modernized lighting will be installed under and adjacent to the new bridges.

“While ongoing maintenance has kept the bridges open to carry traffic, the structures have served Kentuckians for decades and are at the end of their service life,” said Natalie House-Lewis, KYTC project manager. “Replacing them will provide a safer, more reliable connection for the approximate 125,000 drivers who rely on them daily. With a service life of 75 years, the new bridges will serve the next generation of travelers for decades to come.”

The full interstate closure will greatly accelerate replacing the three bridges. The two-month closure will save more than a year of additional interstate restrictions. In addition to greatly shortening the construction timeline, the temporary closure is the most efficient construction and fiscal approach.

With the closure, crews are able to address three bridges in need of immediate improvements as quickly as possible. The closure also gives contract crews the room they need to work safely and efficiently in the area.

Crews are doing as much work as possible in advance of closing the bridges, including relocating utilities, constructing the substructures, prefabricating bridge deck panels and steel girders, moving supplies on site, and staging equipment.

Getting Around During the Closure

During the closure, through traffic will be detoured to I-264 (Georgia Davis Powers Expressway) on the west side of Louisville. Detour routes were developed based on extensive traffic studies done over the past two years.  The signed detour route is the shortest distance, utilizes roadways with the most available capacity, and creates the least traffic impacts.

Traffic accessing downtown Louisville will use the Jefferson Street exit from southbound I-65. Traffic will also be able to access downtown Louisville via I-64.

Traffic leaving downtown will use the ramp from East Liberty Street to access northbound I-65.

Some ramps to and from I-264 (Watterson Expressway) are being temporarily widened to help accommodate additional traffic during the closure.  This includes the ramp to southbound I-65 from eastbound and westbound I-264, the ramp from northbound I-65 to eastbound I-264, and the eastbound I-264 ramp to the eastbound I-264 collector distributor near the airport.

What to Expect

A total of nine bridges on the I-65 corridor are being replaced or rehabilitated as part of the project. The first three bridges are those most in need of repair.

When the closure ends, I-65 will be open to two lanes of traffic in each direction. Restrictions will continue through the end of the project. Substantial completion is expected in late 2027.

The closure this summer will save a full year of additional restrictions on the interstate.

 Staying Informed

Project information and updates can be found at I65CentralCorridor.com. While on the site, users can sign up to have project and traffic updates delivered to their inboxes or by text to their phones.

Project updates will now be shared on KYTC District 5 (D5) Facebook and X pages. Anyone who followed project updates on the I-65 Central Corridor Facebook or X pages should follow or like the KYTC D5 pages.


Fan Fair - Donations Now for June 6th Event

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For the 11th year in a row, KIPDA Area Agency on Aging and Independent Living, and the Louisville Metro Office for Aging and Disabled Citizens are teaming up to provide fans for older adults and persons with disabilities to help offer relief from the sweltering summer heat.  Working with community organizations, churches, businesses, private citizens and the local media, we hope to generate monetary donations to purchase new fans. 

Persons or businesses interested in sponsoring fans will be able to make tangible or monetary donations to this effort until May 22nd, 2026.

Fan Fair Event

June 6th, 2026 9:00am-11:00am

Edison Center 701 W. Ormsby Ave Louisville KY 40203

 

If you or your organization are interested in sponsoring, please contact Alli at 502.574.5092 or allison.woosley@louisvilleky.gov


LMAS Pet Clinic - June 13th

2026 D22 LMAS Flyer

Prices for 2026

$10 - 1 year Rabies Vaccine

$15 - 3 year Rabies Vaccine

$25 – Microchip
Free – DAAP Vaccine
$10 – 1 year Altered Pet License
$5 - 1 year Altered Pet License Senior Discount
$120 – 1 year Unaltered Pet License

$27 – 3 year Altered Pet License
$13.50 – 3 year Altered Pet License Senior Discount

$12.50- lifetime license (Senior Discount)
$25.00 for lifetime license

The senior discount is for people 65 and older.  A senior pet starts about the age 8.


Un-Written.org 5K Fundraising Event - June 14th

Make your plans to sponsor or participate in this great event at Broad Run Park benefitting Un-Written.org.  Event and sponsorship information provided below.

5K Event 2026

Paving Operations

Paving

Paving operations crews are back out improving streets across Louisville Metro.  Louisville Metro repaves streets each year to preserve roadway conditions, extend the life of existing pavement, and provide safer, smoother travel for everyone. Regular paving helps prevent more costly repairs in the future and protects the City’s infrastructure investment.

To see which streets are currently scheduled for paving, visit the "Paving" page at louisvilleky.gov. Please note that all listed projects are weather permitting and subject to change.


Save the Date! FC Chamber Golf Scramble

GOLF SCRAMBLE 2026

Planning & Zoning Updates

6402 Bardstown Road (26-WAIVER-0044) - This development is intended to be a Swig soda shop. The waiver request will be reviewed by the Development Review Committee (DRC) at its Wednesday, May 6th meeting.  This waiver request is to allow a parking lot in front of the building, as the site is located in a traditional form district where parking lots are not permitted in front of buildings. (see LDC 5.5.1.A.3.a).  DRC cases will start being heard at 1:00pm.  Location: Old Jail Building - 514 W Liberty Street.  For more information about the nature of this proposal, next steps in the process, and how to participate or comment for the public record, contact Case Manager Abby Bills (Abby.Bills@louisvilleky.gov or 502-574-3603).

(The applicant is also in the process of subdividing the existing parcel into 2 smaller parcels, under case 26-MPLAT-0027. The Swig is proposed to be located on Lot 1B of this subdivision.)

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6012 & 6012R Lovers Lane (26-ZONEPA-0023) - A Neighborhood Meeting was held on April 15th.  LLT5, LLC's proposal is to re-zone this property from R-4 to R-5 to allow construction of single-family residences (revision to the currently approved subdivision plan).  For more information about the nature of this proposal, next steps in the process, and how to participate or comment for the public record, contact Case Manager Kaitlin Dever (kaitlin.dever@louisvilleky.gov or 502-574-8445).

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5601 Bardstown Road (26-VARIANCE-0039) - This Speedway development was approved under case 25-CAT2-0017 back in November.  A variance was requested for the sign to exceed the maximum allowed height by 6 feet and the maximum allowed area by 19.6 square feet on a collector level road (Hudson Rd).  BOZA denied the variance, thus limiting the size of signage on Hudson Lane to be within standard allowances. 

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8803-8805 Old Bardstown Road (26-DDP-0005) - A neighborhood meeting was held on March 9th.  This meeting presented updated information about a proposed Revised Detailed District Development Plan (RDDDP) to allow two 15,057 sf buildings on approximately 4.1 acres (previously approved for 3 office buildings) next to the recently-approved Goodwill store.  For more information about the nature of this proposal, next steps in the process, and how to participate or comment for the public record, contact Case Manager Sydney Fawcett (sydney.fawcett@louisvilleky.gov or 502-574-4488).   

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6422 & 6808 Billtown Road.  A second neighborhood meeting was held on December 22, 2025 to share details of a revision of "Tract 4 to allow a 240-unit apartment community on approximately 13.9 acres."  The original neighborhood meeting was on September 10, 2024.  That "general plan", including the tract for apartments, was approved by the Planning Commission on April 24, 2025.  According to the applicant, "The site has not significantly changed from what was originally presented.  The site still has 10 apartment buildings with a clubhouse and 240 units."   If you have questions about comparing the original and updated plans, contact Kaitlin Dever, case manager with the Office of Planning, at 502-574-5542 or kaitlin.dever@louisvilleky.gov.

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7800,7902, 7916, 8000 & 8014 Bardstown Road, 10501 & 10541 Ichabod Drive and 9809 Hillock Drive.  A Neighborhood Meeting to discuss a zoning change proposal affecting these locations was held on December 3rd.  Representative(s) for the applicant shared a proposed change in zoning from R-4 & R-5A to C-1 & C-2 and a Revised Detailed District Development Plan to allow a multi-tenant commercial development to be located at the addresses listed above.  The applicant is proposing a grocery store, three retail stores, a retail strip center with a restaurant, a convenience gas station store, two banks, a credit union, a coffee shop, four restaurants, each with a drive thru, and work around a future restaurant.  Following the neighborhood meeting, the applicant submitted a formal proposal for agency review to obtain approvals to be ready for review and decision by the Planning Commission.  If you have questions about this proposal, contact Zack Jones, case manager with the Office of Planning, at 502-574-8224 or zachary.jones@louisvilleky.gov.

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10100 Black Iron Road, 10200 Glenmary Farm Drive and an unaddressed parcel on Long Home Road (assigned Parcel ID Number (2527-000C-0000) (Case 25-CUPPA-0185) - A neighborhood meeting was held on Wednesday, November 12th.  The Owners/Applicants, pursuant to Land Development Code Section 4.2.8 - Athletic Facilities, desire to locate and operate a Disc/Soccer Golf Course Facility on the Property which was previously used as the Glenmary Golf Course (the "Proposal").  The Property totals over 70.2229 acres, but the Owner/Applicant requests only 45.9 acres to be considered for the Conditional Use Permit.  The Proposal includes 18 soccer/disc holes, a clubhouse and parking.  The Proposal includes a new 11,000 square foot clubhouse as the central location for disc and soccer golf players to meet up with other players and pay for their respective rounds of disc or soccer golf prior to playing.  The new clubhouse would be conveniently accessed from Glenmary Farm Drive, a local neighborhood roadway that directly connects to Bardstown Road, an arterial level roadway.  Parking adjacent to the new clubhouse is proposed.  

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Property at the end of Justice Way in the City of Heritage Creek (Parcel Number 0008602130000) - A neighborhood meeting was held on October 15th.  Leisure Development is requesting approval of a Major Preliminary Subdivision Plan with Development Potential Transfer in the property at the end of Justice Way.  For more information about the nature of this proposal, next steps in the process, and how to participate or comment for the public record, contact Case Manager Rachel Casey (rachel.casey@louisvilleky.gov or 502-574-6230). 

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REMINDER: One beneficial and convenient way for you to share your thoughts on a case (to be part of the public record) is to use this form.


Zoning Matters - Conversation with a City Planner

Have a question about zoning in your neighborhood? Wondering how developments get approved? 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. Planning impacts how our neighborhoods grow, what the future of Louisville looks like, and where we live. The goal of these conversations is simple: to make the planning process clearer and easier to understand.

Zoning Matters 2026

Network of Assistance across Louisville Metro

Association of Community Ministries 1

Do you know people who need assistance (whether in District 22 or in other parts of Louisville Metro)? 

Click here for information on the Association of Community Ministries. 

On this site, click on "Find Your Ministry" to explore the local community help available for any Jefferson County address.


FCHUM Needs List

FCHUM Needs List

For further information about District 22...

For further information about District 22

or to contact Councilman Kevin Bratcher or Legislative Assistant Jon Bingham,

please visit:

https://louisvilleky.gov/government/metro-council-district-22


Pet(s) of the Week: Metro Animal Services

HazelMcSofty

Crime Maps

 

Always Remember to

Lock Your Car and

Remove All Valuables.

It's the Easiest Way to

Prevent Crime.

Crime Maps logo

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 502-574-7111 for non-emergency related assistance.

Call 574-LMPD to report crime tips.


988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline

988

The 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline is open and accessible 24/7. This free and confidential service connects individuals with trained crisis counselors who can provide support, guidance, and resources.

  • 📞 Dial 988 to reach the Lifeline
  • 🌐 Available in English and Spanish
  • 🕒 Operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

If You Suspect a Natural Gas Leak...

Gas Leak

Call 811 Before You Dig!

811

Join a Board or Commission

Apply to Serve

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.