District 5 eNewsletter June 2026

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Councilwoman Donna Purvis
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District 5 Staff

Carmen Washington
Legislative Assistant
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Alfred Johnson
Staff Helper


Theo Hamilton
Staff Helper


Margaret Carver
Staff Helper


City Hall Office

601 West Jefferson Street
Louisville, Kentucky 40202
(502) 574-1105
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Phone Numbers of Interest

Air Pollution: 574-6000

Animal Services: 363-6609 or 361-1318

Congressman Morgan McGarvey: 582-5129

Community Services & Revitalization: 574-4377

Economic Development: 574-4140

IPL (Code Enforcement): 574-3321

Legal Aid: 584-1254

LMPD: (Non Emergency) 574-7111 or 574-2111

LMPD 1st Division:  574-7167

LMPD 2nd Division: 574-2478

LMPD Anonymous Tipline:574-LMPD (5673)

Master Commissioner Jefferson Circuit Court (Foreclosure Sales): 753-4888

Metro Call: 311 or 574-5000

Metro Parks: 456-8100

Metro Safe: 572-3460 or 574-7111

PARC: 569-6222

Planning & Design Services: 574-6230

Public Works: 574-5810

Representative Pamela Stevenson: 502-564-8100

Solid Waste Management (SWMS): 574-3571

TARC: 585-1234


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In This Issue...


Did you know in JUNE..

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I-65 CENTRAL CORRIDOR CLOSURE THIS SUMMER

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As many of you know, a portion of I-65 will close in Louisville this summer.

 

  • I-65 will close between the Watterson Expressway (I-264) and Downtown Louisville (Jefferson Street) June 1 – July 31, 2026.
  • I-65 is expected to reopen August 1 to two lanes of traffic in each direction.
  • The project and improvements to six additional bridges continue through the end of 2027.
  • The signed detour is I-264/Georgia Davis Powers Expressway to the west of Louisville.
  • The project website is I65CentralCorridor.com, and project updates are shared on KYTC D5 Facebook and X channels.

FAN FAIR FOR SENIORS

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WATER SAFETY TIPS

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ROOTS OF CHANGE YOUTH SUMMIT

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Roots of Change Youth Summit: 

Growing Leaders. Creating Change.

A free, one‑day youth summit empowering young people to grow as leaders and create positive change in their communities.

Presented by Louisville Metro Office of Violence Prevention

 

Saturday, June 20th  •  9:30 AM - 4 PM

Youth Ages 13-24

The Roots of Change Youth Summit is a FREE, full‑day experience for youth and young adults ages 13–24 focused on leadership, community engagement, and positive change. Participants will take part in interactive workshops, hear from local leaders, and connect with peers who are passionate about making a difference. This summit is designed to uplift youth voices, build skills, and encourage collaboration to help create safer, healthier communities.

 

UofL College of Business

110 West Brandeis Avenue, Louisville, KY 40208

>> REGISTER HERE >>

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/roots-of-change-youth-summit-growing-leaders-creating-change-tickets-1989055415291?aff=oddtdtcreator

*Parents/Guardians:  This registration form must be filled out by a legal parent or guardian. By registering, you’re giving permission for your child to attend the Youth Summit. You’re welcome to come with your child for check-in on the day of the event, but please note: the summit is for youth participants only.

For more information, email: YES@louisvilleky.gov