District 23 Update - April 8, 2011

Councilman James Peden
601 West Jefferson St.
Louisville, KY 40202
502-574-1123

City Hall Office Hours
Monday - Friday 9 AM - 5 PM
In-District Office Hours
Highview Fire Department Station 2, 8001 Smyrna Pkwy
1st and 3rd Monday of each Month
5-6 PM - Drop In
6-7 PM - By Appointment

Merger 2.0 Task Force Public Hearings


The task force will focus on four specific areas: Fire & EMS; Solid Waste & Recycling;  Public Safety; and Transportation & Infrastructure – with a goal of making recommendations to the Mayor by October.

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        7 PM - Monday, April 11 - Southwest Government Center,                     7219 Dixie Hwy.
  7 PM - Wednesday, April 13 - Central Government Center,               7201 Outer Loop
7 PM - Monday, April 18 - East Government Center, 200 Juneau Dr.
These public hearings allow citizens can speak directly to the task force about changes they want to see in their government.  
The Task force is made up of 23 individuals that includes representatives from businesses, small cities, urban and suburban fire districts and citizens at large.  Councilman Peden is one of four Council Members appointed by the Mayor to serve on the Task Force. 

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Free Semi-Annual Spring Junk Drop-Off Day

Junk Drop Off
Sunday, April 17th
Wast Management Outer Loop Landfill, 2673 Outer Loop
9 AM - 3 PM
Now is the time to get rid of bulky items not accepted by regular garbage collection such as appliances, furniture and mattresses.   Residents are asked to separate metal items from other junk.  The metal is recycled and saves valuable space in the landfill.  Freon is also properly removed from appliances.  
Unacceptable items include yard waste (grass, limbs, leaves, etc.), hazardous materials, paint, tires and commercial trash. 
Materials such as oil and lead-based paints, lawn fertilizers, batteries and household chemicals may be taken to Louisville Metro’s Household Hazardous Materials Collection Center, known as HAZ BIN, located at 7501 Grade Lane.  The center is open on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.  There is no charge for Louisville residents utilizing the HAZ BIN services. 
People who wish to dispose of bulk waste throughout the year may take up to three household items, at no charge, to the Waste Reduction Center at 636 Meriwether Avenue.  Hours of operation are Tuesday - Friday, from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., and Saturday from 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.          
The junk disposal day is a partnership between the Louisville Metro Division of Solid Waste Management and Waste Management of Kentucky.
For more information, visit www.LouisvilleKy.gov or phone MetroCall at 311 or 574-5000.

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SMRC Public Meeting

Monday, April 18th
Fern Creek High School Gym
9115 Fern Creek Rd.
6 PM - 8 PM
SMRC
 SMRC Transportation Planning Study
Louisville Metro invites you to attend this public meeting to participate in the Southeast Metro Regional Center (SMRC) Transportation Planning Study. This study is being funded by Councilmen Stuart Benson, Robin Engel, and James Peden.
At this meeting, we will present alternatives identified to enhance roadway connectivity, mobility options, and to reduce traffic congestion in the area.  Findings of the EPA study concerning land use and development will also be highlighted.
Agenda:
6:00 - 6:30PM Welcome and Presentation
6:30 - 8:00PM Questions and Comments
Questions?  Call Tom Springer at (502) 992-2891

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Fern Creek Woman's Club Meeting

Wednesday, April 27
Beulah Presbyterian Church, Ramsey Building
6407 Bardstown Rd.
10 AM
Two $1,000 scholarships will be awarded at this meeting.  Lunch is optional and costs $8, call Carol at 231-1024 to RSVP.

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Louisville Vacant, Abandoned, & Underutilized Property Summit

Vacant Buildings
Thursday, April 28th
Memorial Auditorium - Ballroom
970 S. 4th St.
9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
The purpose of this summit is to develop strategies to directly address the growing problem of vacant, abandoned and underutilized property and to facilitate their best uses.
Admission is free, to register and for more information visit: http://www.louisvilleky.gov/ipl/summit.htm
Continental breakfast and light lunch provided. 

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Remember to Lock your Cars and Remove all Valuables
Theft from automobiles is an issue for much of Louisville. Unfortunately District 23 is not immune.  The following crime map is provided by the 7th Division:
Beat 4
On beat 4 officers responded several different calls for service in dealing with theft from autos, burglary and robbery at varied times in the 7th Division.  The Blue Diamond Apartment area is showing signs of improvement since an arrest by late watch officers last weekend. Officers did make arrest of subjects that committed three separate burglaries in that area this week. Please remember to take the time to write down brand name, model, and serial number for personal possession in your home to assist police in identifying, locating, and recovering stolen property. If you see crime occurring, please contact the Louisville Metro Police.
Please remember to take the time to write down brand name, model, and serial number for personal possession in your home to assist police in identifying, locating, and recovering stolen property. If you see crime occurring, please contact the Louisville Metro Police at 574-2111 or 911.
If you would like information on starting a Block Watch in your neighborhood please contact Officer Russell Miller at Russell.Miller@louisvilleky.gov

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DRC Meeting

         You are invited to attend a review of a proposal for a Revised Detailed District Development plan and binding element amendments for a retail center.
 Subject Property: 5101 Outer Loop
Wednesday, April 13, 2011
Meeting Location: 514 W. Liberty St - Old Jail Building
Meeting will begin at 1:00 PM and continue until all cases are heard.
Case Number: 15322

This case will be presented to the Development Review Committee, Case Manager: Christopher Brown
· Case information
· Public comment opportunities
· Criteria and process for petitioning for an alternative time/location for Planning Commission hearing.