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October 30, 2026

Friday Thoughts

Happy Friday! I hope you've had a great week. It looks like we'll have nice weather for those of you preparing to trick-or-treat tomorrow. Please be safe by doing things like wearing light-colored clothing if possible, adding reflective tape to costumes and treat bags, and inspecting candy before anyone eats it. If you'll be driving around tomorrow - especially after dark - please use caution. Kids get excited, of course, and can sometimes forget to look both ways when crossing the street, going from house to house, etc.

Earlier this week, the Kentucky State Auditor released a Special Examination of the Louisville Metropolitan Sewer District (MSD). You can find the report under '2026 Reports' here. In addition to an examination of the long-term challenges faced by MSD (in part due to consent decrees and debt service payments), the report also includes examples of 'questionable expenditures' that exacerbate concerns of continued rate increases. This is a serious matter and one I expect we'll take up soon to help give the public more confidence that the dollars sent to MSD are being spent as they should. I will let you know of further developments.               

I want to remind everyone of the elections on Tuesday. As I said last week, there are federal, state, and local races on the ballot as well as a proposed constitutional amendment. Remember that if you want to vote in the races for mayor or Metro Council, you must vote for a specific candidate for it to count. You'll still have the option of voting straight ticket, but doing only that means you will not have cast a vote for mayor, Metro Council, judicial candidates, etc.

Next week will mark one year since the tragic UPS plane crash in our community. During the Metro Council meeting last night, we took time to remember the event through the experience of a young woman who lost her father and daughter in the crash. It was a poignant moment hearing about the impact her father and daughter had (and have) on others and how family, friends, and neighbors have since rallied around her. There are several observances planned Wednesday for those looking for a way to honor the families, first responders, and others whose lives were changed that day. Please let me know if you are interested, and I'll be glad to share the latest details.   

I hope you have a great weekend. As always, please don't hesitate to reach out to my office if we can be of assistance. 
 

Contact the District 17 Office

Markus Winkler
17th District Councilman
Louisville Metro Council
502.574.1117
Contact Councilman Winkler

Kip Eatherly
Legislative Aide
502.574.3462
Contact Kip

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Important Numbers

Animal Services  473-7387
Charmoli NP  574-5787
Codes & Regulations  574-2508
EACM  426-2824
Health & Wellness  574-6520
Jefferson Co. Clerk  574-5700
KY Science Center  561-6100
LG&E  589-1444
LMPD (8th Division)  574-2258
Louisville Water  583-6610
Louisville Zoo  459-2181
Mayor's Office  574-2003
Middletown Library  245-7332
MSD  540-6000
NE Regional Library  394-0379
Parks & Recreation  574-7275
Planning & Design  574-6230
Public Works  574-5810
TARC  585-1234

October 29 Metro Council Meeting Recap

Click here for a video recap of last night's Metro Council meeting. For the complete agenda or more detail on a particular item, visit the Metro Council Clerk's website here and choose the 'Metro Council Meetings' option.

Final 2026 Pop-Up Drop-Off

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The last Pop-Up Drop-Off of 2026 will be Saturday, November 21 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. at UofL Shelby Campus, 440 N. Whittington Parkway. This is a great opportunity to easily and properly dispose of things like furniture, electronics, prescription medication, personal documents, and even batteries (not typically accepted at these events). Click here for more information on these events.
 

LIHEAP Fall Subsidy Applications Accepted November 9

Need help with utility bills? Beginning November 9, Louisville Metro residents can apply for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Fall Subsidy which helps eligible households offset heating costs. Assistance comes in the form of a one-time benefit of $250 paid directly to the household's electric provider. Applications will be accepted until December 18 or until funds are depleted. Click here to learn more or schedule an appointment. 

Daylight Saving Time Ends Sunday

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Daylight saving time ends at 2 a.m. local time this Sunday, so don't forget to set your clocks back one hour before you go to bed Saturday evening. 
 

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