Louisville Metro Government sent this bulletin at 10/30/2026 11:17 AM EDT
COUNCILWOMAN DR. BARBARA SHANKLIN
(502) 574-1102 / 601 West Jefferson Street City Hall, 1st Floor Louisville, KY 40202
Dr. Barbara Shanklin District 2 Councilwoman 601 West Jefferson Street City Hall, 1st Floor Louisville, KY 40202 (502) 574-1102 Barbara.Shanklin@louisvilleky.gov
Caleb Howard Legislative Assistant Caleb.Howard@louisvilleky.gov
On the third Tuesday of each month, a Community Meeting is held to give residents an opportunity to be informed, discuss ideas and share. Be part of the change we want to see for our community. Join us at 6:00PM to share with Councilwoman Dr. Barbara Shanklin.
JOIN US IN-PERSON NEXT MONTH TO MEET WITH COUNCILWOMAN SHANKLIN AND REPRESENTATIVES FROM HER OFFICE AT NEWBURG LIBRARY (4800 EXETER AVE.)
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Councilwomen Shanklin, Mulvey-Woolridge, and Ruhe meet with a group of students from Indian Trail Elementary on Wednesday, October 30, 2026 at City Hall. Students were visited by members of LMFD, LMSO, Council staff, and Councilmembers as they toured City Hall and learned more about local government.
Ofr. Benton with LMSO and Sheriff's therapy dog, Frida, pose for photos with Councilwoman Shanlklin, Councilwoman Ruhe, and Indian Trail Elementary students on Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at City Hall.
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Report potholes to help speed up repairs
Four snow events this season, repeated freezing and thawing, and winter road treatments have taken a toll on Louisville Metro streets. These harsh conditions weaken pavement and lead to potholes.
In 2025 alone, Louisville Metro's Department of Transportation has filled more than 48,860 potholes.
Reporting potholes helps crews respond more quickly, keeping roads safer and smoother for everyone throughout the winter months.
Please allow up to three business days for your request to be processed. We ask that you complete the entire form. All fields marked with an asterisk (*) are required. Incomplete applications cannot be processed. If you need immediate assistance, or to report a down wire or gas leak/odor, contact us at: LG&E:502-589-1444 or 800-331-7370, KU/ODP:800-981-0600.
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News from Mayor Greenberg and the City of Louisville
Mayor Greenberg announces start of construction on reimagination of the Belvedere
Work begins with critical infrastructure repair at Riverfront Parking Garage
LOUISVILLE, KY (October 29, 2026) — Louisville Mayor Craig Greenberg today announced the start of construction on the reimagination of the Belvedere, the signature riverfront gathering place at the heart of downtown Louisville.
“We’re showing our community a local government that swings big and gets to work,” said Mayor Greenberg. “This reimagined Belvedere will be one of our city and country’s great public places. Built with community feedback in mind, it will be the backyard of our entire city; a welcoming, green, vibrant destination filled with activity and opportunity every single day of the year.”
Opened in 1973, the Belvedere has hosted concerts, festivals, and public gatherings for more than 50 years. The plaza also sits above I-64 and the Riverfront Parking Garage—downtown’s largest parking garage—which is in critical need of repair. These necessary repairs created the opportunity for Mayor Greenberg to begin a long-overdue renovation and reimagination of the plaza above and create an improved community gathering space.
Construction will begin on the first floor of the Riverfront Parking Garage with crews completing necessary infrastructure work section-by-section and floor-by-floor. The rest of the garage will remain in operation for the downtown businesses, attractions, and visitors that use it every day.
Next summer after Thunder Over Louisville and the Kentucky Derby—once the reinforcement and repairs are in place—the Belvedere will officially close for work on the plaza. Project completion is expected by Thunder Over Louisville 2030.
In August, Mayor Greenberg shared renderings of the Belvedere’s new design. Key features include:
Multi-Use Path: a walking path winding through the park from Main Street to the river.
Pavilion: a signature performance space with capacity to host a variety of events and activities, from Louisville Orchestra performances to yoga classes, while also serving as a large shade structure.
Children’s play area: a nature playground designed in partnership with Bernheim Forest and a water feature.
Riverfront connection: a safe and accessible connection from the Belvedere down to the wharf and Louisville Loop, for people of all abilities.
Enhanced green space: plans for almost 350 new trees, as well as new native landscaping.
The infrastructure improvements are made possible through city funds proposed by Mayor Greenberg and approved by the Louisville Metro Council, along with generous support from the KY State Legislature, and federal funding secured by Senator Mitch McConnell and Representative Morgan McGarvey. Private philanthropy will provide significant support for major park improvements on the Belvedere plaza. Last month, Mayor Greenberg announced a $5 million grant from the James Graham Brown Foundation to support the reimagination of the Belvedere.
The design was created by Heatherwick Studio, the internationally recognized firm behind projects such as Little Island in New York City, USA, and 1000 Trees in Shanghai, China, in collaboration with Louisville-based KNBA Architects, with PLC Management and Whittenberg Construction guiding cost and construction.
Since April 2025, nearly 1,500 Louisvillians have weighed in on the redesign through the project survey and interactive Social Pinpoint map, asking for more greenspace and shade and calling for programming like concerts, cultural celebrations, farmers markets, and children's activities. That feedback will guide how the new Belvedere is programmed, and both tools remain open at louisvillebelvedere.com.
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About the Belvedere
For more than 50 years, Louisville's Belvedere has been a gathering place for concerts, festivals, and community events. Located on the riverfront between 4th and 6th Streets in the heart of downtown Louisville, the 5.5-acre elevated civic space reconnects the city to the riverfront with sweeping views of the Ohio River. Conveniently situated atop downtown Louisville’s largest parking garage, it offers easy access to premier cultural and entertainment destinations.
Louisville Mayor Craig Greenberg and Louisville Metro Government are reimagining the Belvedere as a vibrant, contemporary public destination built around community input. Construction begins in 2026, with a grand opening anticipated in 2030. To learn more and share your input, visit louisvillebelvedere.com.
Mayor Greenberg announces new job training initiative to help more Louisville residents secure good-paying careers
Supported by the Truist Foundation, the initiative will work with local employers to develop training programs that connect job seekers with quality careers
LOUISVILLE, KY (October 22, 2026) — Louisville Mayor Craig Greenberg announced today that Louisville is partnering with Accelerator for America (AFA) and The Skills Initiative to bring a successful job training approach developed in Philadelphia to Louisville. The initiative will work with local employers to help unemployed and underemployed residents gain the skills they need to secure good-paying jobs and build better futures for their families.
“We’re working every day to connect more people with the skills, training, and opportunities they need to build great careers and stronger futures for their families,” said Mayor Greenberg. “The Skills Initiative’s employer-led model brings a proven approach and support from a national network of partners, and we’re grateful to Accelerator for America, The Skills Initiative, and Truist Foundation for bringing programs that work to Louisville.”
The Skills Initiative is a job training program founded in Philadelphia with a strong track record of success. Graduates earn an average of $12,000 more per year and stay in their jobs at twice the rate of graduates from typical workforce training programs. Since 2011, The Skills Initiative has partnered with 24 employers to train and place 1,549 residents in jobs with opportunities for career advancement.
“The Skills Initiative has shown what’s possible when a workforce program is built around employers’ needs and prioritizes job quality for participants. Our job now is to help Louisville adapt that success to its own labor markets and its own employers in partnership with local workforce organizations. That’s how innovations are scaled: by adapting what works community by community,” said Mary Ellen Wiederwohl, President and CEO of Accelerator for America.
“We built The Skills Initiative model around what employers and employees need. It’s not enough to just get someone a job; it has to be a good job with fair wages, consistent scheduling, and room to grow. Employers see us as a sound business proposition because we consistently deliver high-quality talent. We’re excited to partner with Accelerator for America to share what’s worked in Philadelphia and co-design local versions with workforce leaders in new cities,” said Cait Garozzo, Executive Director of The Skills Initiative.
The partnership is made possible with support from the Truist Foundation. “Strong communities are built when people have access to opportunities that allow them to grow, thrive, and build a better future for themselves and their families. By expanding proven workforce strategies into new cities like Chattanooga and Louisville, this effort is helping create pathways to quality careers while strengthening the local economies and communities that depend on them,” said Truist’s Chief Culture and Philanthropy Officer Namrata Yadav.
As part of the partnership, Accelerator for America and The Skills Initiative will work with local employers and workforce organizations to identify the industries and jobs with the greatest demand for workers in Louisville. They will then select a local organization to lead the initiative and develop training programs that prepare residents for these opportunities. The goal is to establish a sustainable, locally led program that helps more Louisville residents secure good-paying careers while meeting the hiring needs of local businesses.
The Skills Initiative is the latest in a series of economic and workforce development announcements for Louisville. In September, GE Appliances announced a $1 billion investment to expand and modernize its manufacturing operations in Louisville. Later that month, Mayor Greenberg joined KentuckianaWorks to celebrate a highly competitive $5 million federal grant that will allow its College Access Center to more than double the number of local high school students it serves. Together, these announcements reflect Louisville's growing momentum in attracting investment, strengthening its workforce, and creating more opportunities for residents to build successful careers and futures for their families.
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About Accelerator for America
Accelerator for America is a nonprofit, nonpartisan “Do Tank” that finds, develops, shares, and scales innovative solutions that expand transit and infrastructure investment and accelerate economic mobility. AFA builds connections between mayors and other local leaders, provides hands-on support to under-resourced local governments, and serves as a bridge between doers and thinkers to help solve some of the country’s greatest challenges with local solutions. Learn more at acceleratorforamerica.org.
About The Skills Initiative
The Skills Initiative is an employer-led workforce development program and a workforce subsidiary of University City District in Philadelphia. Since 2011, the program has helped residents access career pathway jobs by building training around the needs of local employers. Learn more at philadelphiaskills.org.
About Truist Foundation
Truist Foundation is committed to Truist Financial Corporation's purpose to inspire and build better lives and communities. The Foundation, an endowed private foundation established in 2020 whose operating budget is independent of Truist Financial Corporation, makes strategic investments in a wide variety of nonprofit organizations centered around two focus areas: building career pathways to economic mobility and strengthening small businesses to ensure all communities have an opportunity to thrive. Embodying these focus areas are the Foundation’s leading initiatives – the Inspire Awards and Where It Starts. Learn more at Truistfoundation.org.
Louisville Metro Council News
Metro Council Meeting Highlights for Thursday, October 29
Below is a recap of the regularly scheduled Metro Council meeting
LOUISVILLE, KY (October 29, 2026) – The Louisville Metro Council held its regularly scheduled meeting on Thursday, October 29, 2026. Below is a summary of key legislative actions and recognitions from the meeting.
Top Actions from Tonight’s Meeting
Approved amendments to the ordinance regulating massage facilities.
Approved expanded notification requirements for zoning and form district map amendments.
Granted local tax incentives to Mydatt Services.
Old Business
Approved
O-293-26: Changing Zoning at 4107 and 4111 East Indian Trail Approved a zoning change from R-4 to C-2 to allow the properties to be consolidated while maintaining their existing use.
O-281-26: Zoning of Property at 211 South 41st Street Approved a request to rezone the property at 211 South 41st Street from R-5 Single Family Residential to R-7 Multi-Family Residential.
O-286-26: Amending LMCO Sections 115.17 to 115.196 Regarding Massage Facilities Approved amendments to the massage ordinance, including exemptions for sole practitioners operating from homes they own and occupy, allowing front doors to remain locked with proper signage, and removing the video surveillance requirement.
R-141-26: Granting Local Incentives to Mydatt Services, Inc. Granted local tax incentives to Mydatt Services, the contractor for the Downtown Ambassador Program. The company expects to hire 10 new employees.
Neighborhood Development Fund Allocations Approved for:
Junior Achievement for curriculum materials
Forest Fest scheduled for May 15, 2027
SAR Foundation for Wreaths Across America
Recognitions and Proclamations
Councilor Ruhe recognized Louisnes “Lou” Fedon and his three-year old granddaughter, Kimberly Asa, who tragically lost their lives in the November 4, 2025, UPS plane crash.
Consent Calendar
All items passed unanimously
R-146-26: Honoring Harry Johnson Jr. Approved the honorary naming of the corner of 26th Street and Broadway, sponsored by Councilman Herndon.
R-147-26: Honoring Louisnes “Lou” Fedon and Kimberly Asa Approved the honorary naming of the corner of West Amherst Avenue and South 3rd Street, sponsored by Councilor Ruhe.
R-150-26: Honoring Rose and Walter Smith Approved the honorary naming of the unnamed alley off Greenwood Avenue leading to Trinity House Christian Child Care, sponsored by Councilwoman Hawkins.
R-137-26: Contract with UofL’s Division of Infectious Disease Approved a noncompetitively negotiated professional service contract to provide a qualified laboratory director for Metro Public Health and Wellness.
O-282-26: Closing an Unnamed Right-of-Way South of Old Manslick Road Approved the closure of a right-of-way north of I-264 and west of Watterson Lake Park to allow for construction of a multifamily development.
O-292-26: Requiring Notice of Zoning and Form District Map Amendments Approved additional notification requirements for zoning and form district map amendments, including a 500-foot notification area in traditional and urban core districts and 1,000-foot notification area in suburban form districts.
The Metro Council will meet on Thursday, November 12, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.
Planning and Zoning Committee announces schedule to discuss data center recommendations
LOUISVILLE, KY (October 16, 2026) – The Louisville Metro Council’s Planning and Zoning Committee has scheduled a series of meetings to discuss the Planning Commission’s recommendations regarding data centers.
The committee will review specific topics during meetings beginning October 20, with a potential committee vote on November 17.
Planning & Zoning Committee Schedule
Tuesday, November 3, at 1 p.m.
Accessory data centers and telecommunications hotels
Decommissioning
Tuesday, November 17, at 1 p.m.
Review of recommendations and general discussion
Potential committee vote
Tuesday, December 8, at 1 p.m.
Final committee meeting of the year
“The committee has laid out a thoughtful schedule to review the data center recommendations and discuss each topic thoroughly,” said Chair Owen. “Our goal is to bring final recommendations before the full Metro Council for consideration before the end of the calendar year. I encourage the public to watch the meetings and share comments throughout the process with their Council representative.”
Mayor Greenberg and LMPHW announce youth-driven “Louder Than Smoke” anti-vaping campaign
Louisville Mayor Craig Greenberg and the Louisville Metro Department of Public Health and Wellness (LMPHW) are encouraging young people and families to "clear the air" about vaping through its youth-focused prevention campaign, Louder Than Smoke.
Developed with input from young people and designed to connect with teens where they spend time online, the campaign uses social media, public transit advertising, and a dedicated website to provide straightforward information about the risks of vaping and nicotine addiction. The campaign message, "Together, we are louder than smoke," encourages youth to make informed choices and reject misleading messages that often portray vaping as harmless.
The campaign website, Louder Than Smoke, offers facts about vaping, resources for young people and parents, and information about how nicotine can affect developing brains and overall health.
The campaign reached young people through TikTok and Instagram from April through September 2026, generating more than 4.4 million impressions and more than 32,000 clicks to educational resources. Since the campaign launched, the website has attracted more than 22,800 unique visitors and generated more than 31,000 page views. Paid social media efforts drove more than 28,000 visits to the site.
As communities observe Healthy Lung Month in October, the campaign serves as a reminder that preventing nicotine addiction and vaping among young people can help support healthier futures.
"Young people are constantly exposed to messages that normalize vaping," said Connie Mendel, director of LMPHW and chief health strategist, “This campaign provides clear, relatable information created with youth perspectives in mind. Our goal is to help young people make informed decisions and to give parents and caregivers tools to start meaningful conversations about vaping."
One of the campaign's key strengths was the involvement of young people in the creative development process. Campaign evaluations found that youth-informed messaging helped the campaign connect with the intended audience and generated strong engagement across social media platforms.
The campaign also expanded into the community through TARC transit advertising featuring the messages "Vaping Is So Not Hot" and "Clear the Air. Know the Facts." Riders are encouraged to scan QR codes that direct them to the campaign website and educational resources.
Parents, caregivers, educators and young people are encouraged to visit LouderThanSmoke.com to learn the facts about vaping, access resources and start conversations that can help prevent nicotine addiction before it starts.
Building lead-safe homes for healthier children
Lead poisoning and lead toxicity are terms used to describe exposure to lead that results in illness and requires immediate medical attention. These terms are typically used when severe health effects are associated with high blood lead levels. There is no safe blood lead level for a child.
Here are important facts about lead exposure and its potentially harmful effects:
Lead poisoning is preventable! The key is preventing children from being exposed to lead.
Lead is toxic, especially to young children. When lead is breathed in or swallowed, it can cause delayed growth and development, lower IQ and learning issues, damage to the brain and nervous system, and result in hearing, speech, and behavior problems.
Children younger than 6 years of age are particularly vulnerable to lead exposure. This is because their bodies are still developing and growing rapidly.
In Louisville, from 2005 to 2021, nearly 10,000 children in Louisville tested positive for elevated blood-lead levels. Data shows children living in the northwest area of the city are almost 10 times at greater risk for developing lead poisoning than those living in other areas. Many homes in that area were built before 1978. Homes built before 1978 may contain lead-based paint or other lead hazards. There are five ZIP codes in Louisville that have the highest concentration of housing built before 1978: 40203, 40210, 40211, 40212, 40215.
Children can be exposed by swallowing or breathing in lead dust created by cracked or chipped paint, eating paint chips, and chewing on surfaces coated with lead dust or lead-based paint, such as windowsills.
If you are a pregnant person or have children under the age of six living in a home built before 1978 in these ZIP codes, contact your healthcare provider to ask to be screened for lead in your blood. If you think you may live in a home with lead paint it’s important to get your home tested. Contact us for a free home lead test kit and consultation. Call 502-574-6644 or fill out this form to email us.
For more information about lead poisoning prevention, you can visit our website.
Keep kids healthy this flu season
As flu season approaches, now is the time to make sure your family is protected. Health experts recommend that everyone 6 months of age and older receive an annual flu vaccine, including children.
The best time to get vaccinated is September or October, before flu viruses begin spreading widely. However, getting vaccinated later can still provide important protection throughout the respiratory virus season, which typically runs from November through April.
Flu vaccination helps prevent infection, reduces the severity and duration of illness, and can help prevent serious complications. For children, vaccination is one of the best ways to stay healthy, avoid missed school days, and protect family members who may be more vulnerable to severe illness.
Get vaccinated at LMPHW
To schedule an appointment at the LMPHW Immunizations Clinic, call 502-574-5380.
LMPHW also offers a mobile immunization clinic that can bring vaccines directly to community events. Organizations interested in hosting a clinic can learn more and submit a request through our website.
Track flu activity in Louisville
Staying informed can help you make healthy decisions for yourself and your family. Our Flu Data Dashboard provides current information on flu activity reported by local hospitals, laboratories, and healthcare providers.
Visit the dashboard to see how flu is affecting our community, monitor local flu trends, and learn more ways to stay healthy this season.
Office of Planning News
Office of Social Services News
LIHEAP Fall Subsidy Available Nov. 9
Need help with your utility bills? Louisville Metro residents may apply for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Fall Subsidy, which helps eligible households offset heating costs. The program provides a one-time benefit up to $250, paid directly to the household's electric provider.
Applications are accepted Nov. 9 - Dec. 18, or until funds are depleted. Households with incomes up to 150% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines may qualify.
Open enrollment for Kentucky Health Benefit Exchange's 2027 Plan Year is Nov. 1, 2026 through Jan. 15, 2027. Note: If you qualify, you can enroll in Medicaid or KCHIP anytime.
Learn more here or make an appointment with a kynector at your local Neighborhood Place. Certified kynectors can help residents apply for and learn more about health insurance. They can also advise about benefits and servicessuch as food assistance, childcare assistance, summer grocery benefits for children, utility assistance and weatherization services.
Neighborhood Place Toy Drive for Families in Need
Neighborhood Place is collecting new, unwrapped toys and gifts for children and teens ages 1-17. Most-needed items for older youth include sports equipment, self-care and hygiene products, dolls, LEGO® sets and other teen-friendly gifts. Cash donations are also welcome.
Donation Deadline:Dec. 5 Toy Distribution Event: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Dec. 12
Join community members for an important conversation on the connection between faith and mental wellness. This event will explore how spirituality and counseling can work together to support emotional well-being, resilience and healing, while helping reduce stigma around seeking mental health support.
Sat., Nov. 21 | 10 a.m.
Newburg Apostolic Church, 4817 E. Indian Trail, 40218
The Office of Social Services, through our Homeless Engagement and Assessment Response Team (HEART), has allocated $1.1 million in Homeless Initiative Funding to support more than 400 additional shelter beds during severe weather events. The funding also expands case management and supportive services to help people transition into permanent housing.
"These are crucial, lifesaving resources that help our neighbors stay safe during severe weather and move toward long-term housing stability," said Mayor Craig Greenberg.
Shelter Services Awards
🏠 St. John Center – St. John Center & RITI Inclement Weather Overnight Shelter 🏠 Society of St. Vincent de Paul – SVDP Drop-In Center 🏠 Volunteers of America Mid-States – FY27 Inclement Weather Response Program 🏠 UP for Women and Children – Inclement Weather Hour Expansion 🏠 The Healing Place – Emergency Shelter Program 🏠 YMCA Safe Place Services – Young Adult Hotel Voucher Program 🏠 Exodus Family Ministries – Community Resource Center/Day Shelter 🏠 Wayside Christian Mission – Low Barrier Shelter
Intensive Case Management Awards
🤝 UP for Women and Children – Intensive Case Management Program 🤝 Wellspring – Assertive Community Treatment Team
Stay up to date with the latest outreach efforts, resources and news from the Homeless Engagement and Assessment Response Team (HEART):
Meals on Wheels volunteers deliver more than a meal. They serve connection, compassion and care.
The Senior Nutrition Program recently welcomed Meals on Wheels volunteers for annual training. 110 dedicated volunteers deliver nearly 25,000 meals each month to 960 Meals on Wheels clients throughout Louisville.
For volunteer Susan Dallas, who began delivering meals in February, the experience has been deeply rewarding. "They all seem very appreciative. It's my way of giving back. I know they need it."
Volunteer Bob Schneider agrees. "I see the value of volunteering in order to keep the program going. We all need a purpose."
Thank you to all of our Meals on Wheels volunteers who help nourish both bodies and spirits throughout our community.
The Department of Codes & Regulations recently launched new public-facing dashboardsto give residents a clearer look at the work happening across the city. These dashboards make it easier to quickly find helpful information, including whether a property is scheduled for inspection, whether a home has a permit for construction work, or whether a vacant property is scheduled for cutting and cleaning.
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Each dashboard webpage includes navigation tips, page descriptions, and definitions to help residents better understand the information available. Explore the dashboards here and see how Codes & Regulations is working every day to support safer, cleaner, and stronger neighborhoods.
Newburg Community Center Ongoing Events and Opportunities
Louisville Free Public Library News
Mayor Greenberg announces new season of ‘Once Upon an Orchestra’ at local libraries
LOUISVILLE, KY (October 15, 2026) - Louisville Mayor Craig Greenberg, the Louisville Free Public Library and the Louisville Orchestra are pleased to announce the 2026-27 season of “Once Upon an Orchestra,” a free interactive musical storytelling series for children.
“Our libraries have so many opportunities for Louisville families to learn, connect and discover new opportunities. This is another great example,” said Louisville Mayor Craig Greenberg. “By bringing together the Louisville Free Public Library and the Louisville Orchestra, children across our city will have a fun, free way to experience the joy of books and live music right in their neighborhood.”
Beginning in November, Louisville Orchestra (LO) musicians will take to various Louisville library branches to present these storybook-based classical performances. Each performance takes children on a journey through a beloved kids’ book, inviting them to engage with the book–and classical music–in a new way.
"Our goal is to foster both a love of reading and spark an interest in instruments kids don't always get to see up close," said Heather Lowe, executive director of LFPL. "By offering this immersive musical experience, we hope to foster a lifelong interest in books and the arts."
Each Once Upon an Orchestra experience will even invite children to make a musical craft and play along with the LO ensemble.
“We’re proud to continue our partnership with the Louisville Free Public Library to bring Once Upon an Orchestra to families across our community for another season,” said Jude Vaclavik, CEO of the Louisville Orchestra. “This program makes live music accessible to our youngest audiences, introducing children to the orchestra through storytelling and inspiring a lifelong love of music and reading.”
Performances are scheduled through April 2027 at all LFPL branches. See below for full information.
To better align operations with current staffing levels, the Waste Reduction Center will implement updated operating hours beginning August 18.
Under the new schedule, the center will be closed for lunch from noon to 1 p.m. Tuesday through Friday. In addition, the facility will close for the day at 4:30 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, rather than its current 5 p.m. closing time.
Saturday operating hours will remain unchanged.
These adjustments are necessary to ensure adequate staffing throughout the day and to maintain safe, efficient service for residents. We understand schedule changes can be inconvenient, and we appreciate the community's patience and understanding as we adapt to current workforce needs.
Residents are encouraged to plan visits accordingly and use the Recycle Coach mobile app to receive real-time updates. The Waste Reduction Center website will also show the most up-to-date information.
Thank you for your continued support of Louisville’s waste and recycling programs.
Illegal dumping harms our neighborhoods, strains city resources and won’t be tolerated.
Not sure how to dispose of something? Use the Recycle Coach app to search for any item and find out how to properly recycle, dispose or drop it off. You can also visit our website for detailed guidance.
See something? Say something! You can report illegal dumping online through Metro311 at Louisvilleky.gov/metro311. Your report helps us take action quickly and keep our neighborhoods clean. To submit photos or video of illegal dumping directly to our team, visit Louisvilleky.gov/IllegalDumpingand fill out the reporting form.
Let’s work together to keep Louisville clean and hold illegal dumpers accountable!
Help Stop Illegal Dumping!
To report materials that have been illegally dumped or "junk" set out on the wrong day, use Metro311 or 574-5000.
If you WITNESSED A PERSON illegal dumping and have information (pictures, license plate #, etc.), please report it on our new online form.
Keep an eye out for the vehicles our Enforcement Team is currently looking for!
Don't contribute to the problem!
If you hire someone to dispose waste for you,ask to see their Waste Hauler License and do not pay without a disposal receipt. Properly disposing of truck loads of materials costs at least $50 - if you're charged less than that, be suspicious. Perpetrators will often take your money and illegally dump your items to avoid the disposal fee. Drop off up to three household items for free at the Waste Reduction Center. (Disposal fees may apply for additional items.)
Only set out junk or bulky items during your scheduled set out period. Residents in the Urban Services District can sign up for set out reminders using the Recycle Coach app. Residents outside of the Urban Services District should call their contracted waste hauler for information.
Tips to Prevent Illegal Dumping on your Property
Keep your property well lit and clear of overgrown trees and shrubs.
Monitor your property - the presence of illegally dumped materials or bulky items set out too early attracts additional dumping.
Install security cameras - send your video or photos anonymously to us and enforcement officers can use identifying information to catch the perpetrator.
Cover your loads! A lot of litter ends up on the highway because of waste not properly contained in trucks
Remove vehicle debris after an accident. When a wrecked vehicle is removed, the debris must be removed with it.
Report materials that have been illegally dumped or "junk" set out on the wrong day to Metro311 or call 311 or 574-5000.
If you WITNESSED A PERSON illegally dumping and have information (pictures, license plate #, etc.) report it on our online form.
If you hire someone to dispose waste for you, ask to see their Waste Hauler License and do not pay without a disposal receipt. Properly disposing of truckloads of material costs at least $50 - if you're charged less than that, be suspicious. Perpetrators will often take your money and illegally dump items to avoid the disposal fee. Drop off up to three household items for free at the Waste Reduction Center. (Disposal fees apply for additional items.)
Only set out large items during your scheduled set out period. Residents in the Urban Services District can sign up for set out reminders using the Recycle Coach app. Residents outside the Urban Services District should call their contracted waste hauler for information.
Dispose of large items like tires and furniture at Pop-Up Drop-Off events – free recycling and large item disposal events for residents of Jefferson County.
The purpose of this monthly newsletter is to communicate with our community partners about events and provide information you may find beneficial to have and share with your neighbors. Our monthly letter will provide you with an overview of crime trends within the division and highlight the work our talented women and men do each day serving our community. We will also provide any information that could impact our neighborhoods and travel such as construction and festivals. Please feel free and share this newsletter with your friends, family, and neighbors. Signing up will ensure they receive the newsletter as soon as it is published.
LMPD reminder: Please secure your property and stay vigilant!
The city has seen an increase of illegal activity, including vandalism, vehicle thefts, items stolen from vehicles, and gun shots reported over the past year. Here are several tips from LMPD that may seem simple but could be very effective in preventing crime in our neighborhoods!
Immediately report any suspicious person, activity (gunshots), or vehicles to (502) 574-7111 or (502) 574-TIPS. This is not just for vehicle vandalism but drug activity, home/garage vandalism, gun shots - ANY suspicious activity! Make a police report!
- Never leave anything of value in your vehicle; this includes laptops, purses, GPS devices, and even loose change. - Always lock your vehicle doors. - Remove garage door openers from vehicles usually parked outside. - Do not leave your keys in your vehicle. Do not warm up your vehicles without you in them! - Do not leave the windows of you vehicle open, or partially open. - Consider additional lighting around your property; try to park your vehicle in a well-lit area. - Never leave a firearm unprotected in your vehicle.
Please remember to not leave your vehicle running and unattended!
Metro Emergency Repair Program
Eligibility criteria:
Must be owner occupied for at least one year.
Not available on rental property.
Must meet income guidelines (see intake staff).
May receive assistance once in a five year period.
Louisville-Jefferson County only.
Types of repairs:
Furnace repair or replacement (October-April only).
A/C unit- repair or replacement (Requires medical statement, available May-Sept. only).
Electrical repairs/upgrades.
Water line repairs/replacement.
Sewer line repairs/replacement.
Water heater repair/replacement (gas or electric).
Peace Presbyterian Church (4210 East Indian Trail, Louisville, KY 40213)
Open every 2nd Monday of the month -- 10am - 12pm
Forest Baptist Church (4500 Petersburg Road, Louisville, KY 40218)
Open every 1st Thursday of the month -- 4pm - 6pm
Information about both pantries:
Serving households in the 40213, 40218 & 40219 Zip Codes Only
First Come, First Served Basis
Picture ID & proof of residency required!
LouieConnect
Louisville non-profits have launched a new website to help connect people in need of food, shelter, and more. Metro United Way and the Family Scholar House partnered to create LouieConnect, modeling it on a similar site created in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. When someone uses LouieConnect, the web-based app asks for basic information and then lists applicable resources nearby — from food pantries to shelters to career centers to financial literacy programs.
***Important Metro Services Phone Numbers***
Air Pollution: (502) 574-6000
Animal Services: (502) 363-6609 or (502) 361-1318
Brightside: (502) 574-2613
Community Services & Revitalization: (502) 574-4377
Congressman Morgan McGarvey: (502) 582-5129
IPL (Code Enforcement): (502) 574-3321
Legal Aid Society: (502) 584-1254
LG&E Business: (502) 627-3313 or (800)- 331-7370
LG&E Residential: (502) 589-1444 or (800) 331-7370
LMPD 6th Division: (502) 574-2187
LMPD Anonymous Tipline: (502) 574-LMPD (5673)
LMPD: (Non Emergency): (502) 574-7111 or (502) 574-2111
