September 25, 2026
Dear Neighbor,
Please find several events to celebrate the arrival of fall and cooler weather over the coming weeks.
Paving work continues in the district next week.
We also have neighborhood meetings coming up for planned developments in and near the 26th Distict.
Have a good weekend,
 Brent T. Ackerson
26th District Councilman
The City of St. Matthews is hosting Music in Brown Park, Saturday, September 26 from 5 – 9 pm. The opening act is Corridor 64. The Gee Bees Tribute Band will be taking the stage around 7 pm. This event is free and open to all. Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy the music, beer garden, and food trucks. Brown Park is located at 1000 Browns Ln.
Louisville, Ky. (Sept. 25, 2026) – Work continues on the I-65 Central Corridor bridge replacement and rehabilitation project, and enough progress has been made to reopen Broadway in downtown Louisville ahead of schedule.
The demolition of the bridge over Broadway is nearly complete. Broadway under I-65 is scheduled to reopen early on Monday, Sept. 28.
When Broadway reopens, Jacob Street under I-65 will permanently close the same day. The closure is expected to improve the operation of the nearby off-ramp from northbound I-65 to Broadway, reducing conflicts and helping to prevent crashes.
As a reminder, Gray Street under I-65 is scheduled to close early Monday, Oct. 5 and reopen by late November. A signed detour will be in place. Crews are continuing to demolish existing bridges, and restrictions are moving north with project progress.
Overnight Lane Restrictions
Overnight restrictions will be in place from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. One lane will remain open during overnight work.
Sunday, Sept. 27 through Friday, Oct. 2
- One lane closed on northbound I-65 between Broadway and Jacob Street
Accessing Downtown/Hospitals
Drivers exiting northbound I-65 at Broadway (Exit 136 A) who are not accessing LOUMED facilities (downtown hospitals, JCTC and others) should turn right and go east on Broadway. Clay Street can be used to travel north into downtown. Drivers with destinations outside the downtown medical district are advised to use alternate routes and to avoid the nearby sections of Broadway, Brook, Chestnut, Floyd, Gray, Jacob Muhammad Ali Boulevard, and Preston streets during ongoing construction. Access remains open to all downtown hospitals.
Mapping apps will guide drivers to the best route at their time of travel.
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 are shared on KYTC District 5 (D5) Facebook and X pages.
 The Kentucky Energy and Environment Cabinet, Solid Waste Management Services, and the Waste Management District will be hosting a Waste Tire Collection Event.
Take advantage of this opportunity to properly dispose of unwanted tires. Any Kentucky resident or business is eligible to participate in this event EXCEPT tire retailers, scrap/salvage yards, and recycling facilities. No limit.
October 1, 2, 3, 2026
Thursday & Friday, 7:00am - 3:30pm
Saturday, 7:00am - 1:00pm
1030 Phillips Lane, across from KY Exposition Center
Any Kentucky resident or business may participate, with the exception of tire retailers, scrap/salvage yards, and recycling facilities.
Tires must be separated by type prior to arrival.
Accepted:
• Tires on or off rim
• Truck, light truck, and passenger
• Tractor and farm implement
• Bicycle, motorcycle, golf cart, ATV
Not Accepted:
• Foam filled
• Calcium filled
• Off road construction
• Rubber tracks
• Solid tires with or without press on rims
• Any tires generated outside of KY
• Tires from tire retailers, scrap/salvage yards, and recycling businesses
Louisville Zoo is proud to announce the return of Louisville’s premier Halloween event. Marking its 45th year, Boo at the Zoo presented by Meijer invites families to enjoy festive fall fun on Thursday through Sunday evenings, Oct. 1-30. Tickets are on sale now at louisvillezoo.org/boo.
Tickets are all-inclusive and include Boo at the Zoo admission, parking, Spooktacular Carousel, “not-so-itsy-bitsy” Spider House and the Headless Horseman of Sleepy Hollow attraction.
Children and adults are invited to dress up in their wildest costumes for the after-hours event.
Boo at the Zoo turns the Zoo into a living storybook, complete with favorite characters brought to life. There will be music, photo opportunities around every corner and, of course, a safe place to trick-or-treat for kids 11 and under. Guests are encouraged to bring their own trick-or-treat bags, but reusable treat bags will be available for purchase at the Zoo’s Gift Shop (while supplies last).
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St. Edward Parish, 9608 Sue Helen Drive, will sponsor a Red Cross blood drive on Thursday, October 8th from 2 - 7 pm in the gym. The need for blood has become critical and our goal is to collect at least 50 pints at this blood drive. Signup early. Appointments are preferred. Walk-ins will be welcomed as appointment spaces allow. Appointments can be made by calling 1-800-733-2767 or online at RedCrossBlood.org, enter Sponsor code: StEdwardCC. Please be a donor and tell your family and friends. Those who come to give blood will receive a $15 Amazon.com Gift Card by email. You MUST have a valid email address on file to receive the reward.
 Do you know where you'll go to vote?
Your Election Day polling location may not be where you voted last time. Check your voter registration as well as you polling location ahead of time so you know exactly where to go when it's time to cast your ballot!
Find your polling place at https://vrsws.sos.ky.gov/ovrweb/govoteky/
 Know before you vote! Don't wait until the last minute! Plan on voting by mail? Kentucky's mail-in absentee ballot request portal opened September 19th for eligible voters.
October 20th at 11:59PM - Deadline to request a mail-in absentee ballot.
November 3rd at 6:00PM - Deadline for completed ballots to be received by our County Clerk
Check your registration and eligibility to request your ballot at https://vrsws.sos.ky.gov/ovrweb/govoteky/
If you or someone you know needs help with home repairs, please review the attached information and apply as soon as possible. These resources can help homeowners stay safe, maintain their homes, and continue living independently.
Louisville Home Repair Hotline: Call 211 or visit metrounitedway.org/211
New Directions Repair Affair: Call 502-371-4906 or email apply@repairaffair.org
Please share this information with anyone who may benefit.
Organizations and community groups seeking to improve Louisville's visitor experience may be interested in two grant programs offered by Louisville Tourism. These funding opportunities are designed to support projects, events, and infrastructure that attract visitors and strengthen Louisville's reputation as a premier destination.
Since its launch in 2008, Louisville Tourism's Destination Development & Events Grant program has awarded more than $2 million to support local events, attractions, and initiatives that drive visitation and encourage overnight stays. Funding may be available for new festivals, special events, visitor experiences, exhibits, and marketing efforts designed to attract audiences from outside the Louisville area.
New this year is the Destination Sense of Place Grant, which focuses on tourism infrastructure and placemaking projects that enhance the visitor experience while highlighting Louisville's unique character and identity. Eligible projects may include:
- Public art installations
- Wayfinding and visitor signage
- Streetscape and lighting improvements
- Outdoor recreation, trails, and parks
- Beautification projects
- Destination arrival experiences
- Visitor transportation and circulation improvements
- Cleanliness and safety initiatives
Eligible applicants include governmental entities, nonprofit organizations, neighborhood associations, business associations, and other community-based organizations.
Community organizations with ideas that could make Louisville a more welcoming and attractive destination are encouraged to explore these funding opportunities. Projects should focus on areas with significant visitor activity and ideally build upon existing tourism infrastructure.
For eligibility requirements, funding guidelines, application information, and deadlines, scan the QR code in the accompanying flyer or visit Louisville Tourism's website for additional details.
Do you have a project that could strengthen Louisville as a destination?
These grant opportunities may help turn that vision into reality.
The Louisville Metro Police Department is asking residents to take a few simple steps to help prevent vehicle thefts and break-ins as the city continues to see an increase in these crimes.
Remember: Lock, Take, Hide.
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Lock your car every time you leave it unattended.
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Take your keys and firearms with you. Never leave them inside your vehicle.
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Hide your belongings or remove valuables from plain sight.
These simple precautions can significantly reduce the risk of becoming a victim of theft.
LMPD is actively working to address these crimes and recently arrested several individuals connected to vehicle break-ins as part of an ongoing effort to target offenders. However, prevention and public awareness remain important tools in keeping our neighborhoods safe.
If you observe suspicious activity, please contact LMPD's non-emergency line at (502) 574-7111.
Together, we can help make Louisville a safer and stronger community.
There are approximately 100 boards and commissions with many areas of interest, including business and economic development, land use, development, and planning, parks and recreation, public health and public safety.
If you are interested in serving on one of Louisville Metro Government's Boards and Commissions, learn more here: Boards and Commissions.
Neighborhood Meeting
Proposed zone change from C-1 to C-2 to allow the existing motel building to be converted into apartment units on property located at 4540 Taylorsville Road
Dear Neighbor:
We are writing to invite you to a follow-up meeting to the one we held on February 18, 2026 to again present neighbors with our zone change plan to allow the existing motel building to be converted into apartment units located as above.
Accordingly, we filed a plan for review with The Office of Planning that was assigned case number 26-ZONE-0065 and case manager Mark Pinto. The building is currently being used as an Extended Stay motel and the proposed plan does not require substantial change to the exterior of the building or the site. We would like to show and explain this plan to neighbors so that we might hear what thoughts, issues and concerns you may have.
In that regard, a meeting will be held on Thursday, October 8, 2026, beginning at 6:00 p.m. at Louisville First Church of God, in the Fellowship Hall located at 4408 Taylorsville Road, Louisville, Kentucky.
Enclosed for your review are the following:
1. The development plan sheet
2. LOJIC site location zoning map sheet showing the location of the site
3. Detailed summary sheet of the project
4. Contact information sheet and Information on how to obtain case information online from Office of Planning online customer service portal
5. Office of Planning’ “After the Neighborhood Meeting” sheet
If you are unable to attend the meeting, or have any questions or comments, please feel free to email or call me at the number listed above.
We look forward to our opportunity to visit with you.
Sincerely,
Nicholas R. Pregliasco
 
Neighborhood Meeting
Proposed zone change from R-4 to C-1 to allow a retail center with a grocery store on property located at 12302, 12312, 12400, 12406 & 12412 Taylorsville Road, 3830 Sweeney Lane and Parcel ID 00460086000. The prior case by this applicant for the same property was recommended for approval by the Planning Commission in Docket No. 25-ZONE- 0099, with the favorable recommendation overturned by Metro Council thereby denying the rezoning.
Dear Neighbor:
We are writing to invite you to a new neighborhood meeting to again present neighbors with our zone change plan to allow a retail center to be located as above. The plan has not changed since the prior Planning
Commission hearing on February 18, 2026, with the exception of substantially more roadway improvements being required by the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet and being proposed by the applicant.
We recently filed an application with the Planning Commission to waive the 2-year rule to allow the application to be refiled to consider the case with the new road improvements, which was approved at the September 17, 2026 Planning Commission hearing. The development plan will be filed for pre-application review with The Office of Planning that will be assigned a new case number, however the case manager will still be Mark Pinto.
In that regard, a meeting will be held on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, beginning at 6:00 p.m. at the Jeffersonian in the Jefferson Room located at 10617 Taylorsville Road, Louisville, KY 40299.
Enclosed for your review are the following:
1. The development plan sheet
2. LOJIC site location zoning map sheet showing the location of the site
3. Detailed summary sheet of the project
4. Contact information sheet and Information on how to obtain case information online from
Office of Planning online customer service portal
5. Office of Planning’ “After the Neighborhood Meeting” sheet
If you are unable to attend the meeting, or have any questions or comments, please feel free to email or call me at the number listed above.
We look forward to our opportunity to visit with you.
Sincerely,
Nicholas R. Pregliasco
The attached invitation is being forwarded to you on behalf of the applicant for the development proposal described. This is for an informational meeting the applicant is required to conduct before a formal application can be made with Louisville Metro Office of Planning for this development proposal.
 
Our office routinely publishes information on upcoming public meetings and regarding planning and zoning cases in and around District 26. Our posting in this forum is not an official notice. This list may not be comprehensive nor does it include other zoning matters decided upon by zoning authorities other than Louisville Metro Government.
While we intended to expand the scope of our zoning notices, our office reverted to the former policy of relaying the information we receive from Planning and Zoning. We are limited by ordinance and state law to provide the publicly available information.
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