District 22 E-Newsletter - August 9, 2013

Louisville Metro Government sent this bulletin at 08/09/2013 02:57 PM EDT

District 22 Councilman

Robin Engel

Louisville Metro Council

601 W. Jefferson Street

City Hall - 2nd Floor

Louisville, KY 40202

Phone: 502-574-1122

Fax: 502-574-4501

Contact Councilman Engel

Legislative Assistant

Monica W. Hodge

Phone: 502-574-3467

Fax: 502-574-4501

Contact Monica Hodge

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Metro Council Members & Mayor Fischer
Celebrate Major Improvements at
Charlie Vettiner Park

City officials joined neighbors on Monday of this week to celebrate more than $760,000 in renovations and improvements at Charlie Vettiner Park in eastern Louisville. The additions include a new walkway, new parking spaces, speed humps, and drainage improvements—all identified by park users as high priority needs. The construction focused on the first phase of work outlined in the park’s master plan.

Mayor Greg Fischer was joined by Metro Councilman Stuart Benson, in whose 20th District the park is located, as well as Councilmen Robin Engel and Kevin Kramer, all of whom pooled their Council District funds together to support the construction work.

Fischer said the project helps create a healthier city, with improved access to recreation and exercise.

“These improvements will make this popular park more attractive and easier to use for the thousands of families and individuals who enjoy it for picnics, golf and recreation of all kinds every year,” Fischer said. “I know Charlie Vettiner would be appreciative of the hard work by the Councilmen in continuing to improve his namesake park.”

Once known as Chenoweth Park, the nearly 300-acre park was renamed in 1985 to honor Vettiner, a long-time parks director who was instrumental in the purchase of the land in the late 1950’s as part of his initiative to develop a ring of suburban parks.

“Charlie Vettiner Park is one of our community’s great assets,” Benson said. “I am proud to have the support of neighboring Council members Kramer, Engel, and our Metro Council colleagues as we have worked, since 2006, to secure $215,000 in Council Infrastructure Funds and $460,000 in added General Funds for phase one of park improvements.”

“Vettiner Park is a true ‘diamond in the rough’ with its unparalleled natural beauty and open green space,” Engel said. “I am proud to be a sponsor of this project, and to the best of my ability, I intend to work towards funding the Charlie Vettiner Park Master Plan Project on a long-term basis to ensure its prominent place in our community, alongside other outstanding parks such as Cherokee and Seneca parks, for many years to come.”

Kramer added, “I am pleased with the modest improvements that have been made to the park and look forward to greater enhancements hopefully funded in next year’s budget.”

Metro Parks Director Mike Heitz expressed appreciation for the support of the Mayor and Metro Council in helping to ensure that Vettiner Park continued to enjoy improvements, which include a new clubhouse for the golf course, completed in 2011. He thanked park users and neighbors for participating in developing the park’s master plan, which was finalized in 2012.

“We rely upon the input and insight of citizens when developing plans for our City parks,” said Heitz. “Our staff worked with many people who know and love this park to establish priorities, such as controlling traffic flow and enhancing pedestrian safety, improving drainage, and using ‘green’ infrastructure practices to accomplish these goals.”

The work includes improvements along Charlie Vettiner Park Road, including 33 curbed parallel parking spaces, a wooden rail to prevent off-road driving and parking, and speed humps to reduce speeding through the park. A 1,500-foot concrete walkway was also constructed, which connects to an existing walking loop.

Stone headwalls have been added at culverts under the roadway to stabilize and prevent erosion. Culvert inlets and outlets were cleared and excavated where needed to improve drainage.

Additional parking areas at the lake overlook and along the disc golf loop have been repaved. The new parking areas are constructed of more environmentally-friendly permeable asphalt and grass cell paving. The disc golf area has 34 new parking spaces and the lake overlook area, 17 spaces.

The project was designed by Environs Inc., Landscape Architects. The project contractor is Advanced Paving.

District 22 Page - Matthew Bryce Jones With Councilman Engel

Spotlight on District 22 Metro Council Page
Matthew Bryce Jones

Councilman Engel welcomed Matthew Bryce Jones as our District 22 Page for last night's Metro Council meeting. Matthew was born on January 3, 2000 and is 13 years old. He is an 8th grade student at J. Graham Brown School where he has attended since kindergarten. He has always enjoyed science classes in school, and is an accomplished writer—having had a poem actually published this year. Matthew is an excellent reader and reads beyond his grade level. He prefers reading biographic and other non-fictional works.

Matthew plays basketball for his school, for AAU, and plans to continue playing throughout high school and at the collegiate level. He is at the stage in his life where he is exploring various careers, and hopes to have as much exposure to what different careers have to offer before making his decision. He hopes to major in Communication focusing on sports writing or sports broadcasting.

Matthew has played the violin and tuba, but currently plays the cello. He also has a great talent for cooking and his family reaps the many benefits of his good cooking on a regular basis. Matthew attends First Baptist Church of Jeffersontown where he has served as an usher for 3 years.

Matthew is the son of proud parents Shedrick and Neysa Barbour Jones who live in Fern Creek. He is also the grandson of Wayne Barbour, Shedrick Jones, Sr. and Jean Jones. Matthew’s greatest pride is being the big brother to Myles Jones, an 8-year old 3rd grader who also attends Brown School.

Congratulations to Matthew Bryce Jones for being selected as our District 22 Metro Council Page!

FERN CREEK BOY SCOUT TROOP 346 MEETS EVERY
WEDNESDAY AT 7:00 PM AT ST. GABRIEL CATHOLIC CHURCH LOCATED AT 5505 BARDSTOWN ROAD.
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: PHILMILLER@REALTOR.COM

You're Invited To A
Benefit Concert
For
Fern Creek/Highview United Ministries

Saturday, August 10th, 7:00 pm
Summit Heights United Methodist Church
7400 Outer Loop

Featuring : Steve Bays on Steinway Grand & Friends
(Pop, Jazz, Standards, Show Tunes, Movie /TV, Hymns)
Bring Toiletry items (soap, shampoo, deodorant, toilet paper, etc) and cash donations encouraged.

All proceeds benefit the work of
The Fern Creek/Highview United Ministries

For more information contact 762-9608 or email: execdir@fchum.org or website: www.fchum.org

Mayor Greg Fischer Announces:
No Property Tax Increase

Mayor Greg Fischer presented to Metro Council an ordinance that keeps the Metro Government real estate tax at the same level it has been since he took office in 2011. The Metro Government real estate tax for residents outside the Urban Services District remains at 12.55 cents per every 100 dollars of assessed valuation. The rate for those inside the Urban Services District is 49.21 cents per every 100 dollars of assessed valuation. Those who live inside the Urban Services District receive garbage pickup and other services through Metro Government that those living outside receive from smaller cities, or in other ways.

TARC rolls out new hybrid buses
Fleet upgrade provides room for more bikes

TARC continues to modernize its fleet with 11 new environmentally-friendly hybrid electric buses now on the road. These latest models feature new bike racks that can hold three, instead of two, bikes.

TARC Executive Director J. Barry Barker, Mayor Greg Fischer and bike riders were at TARC’s Union Station today to celebrate the latest additions to the fleet.

TARC now has 32 hybrid electric buses, about 15 percent of the fleet. Since last spring, another 16 buses – “clean diesels” with the latest fuel conserving and emissions-limiting technology – also joined the fleet. And this fall, TARC will put an additional 21 new buses in service.

All new buses are replacing buses that are 14 or 15 years old and have traveled more than 500,000 miles each. Federal and state grant funding is covering the bulk of the costs of the fleet upgrades.

“By this fall, 25 percent of our buses will be new and that means cleaner air and a better riding experience for passengers, along with other benefits including significant fuel and maintenance cost savings,” Barker said.

“A big bonus is that, starting with the new hybrids, we’ll be adding the new three-bike racks to our buses to help meet the growing popularity of bikes onboard.”

Mayor Fischer said the hybrid electric buses and room for more bikes helps “ achieve many of our city’s strategic goals including a cleaner, green city, better public transit and better infrastructure for bikes.”

A hybrid bus uses battery electric power to accelerate, which greatly reduces emissions, eliminates tailpipe smoke, and allows the bus to go up hills without revving the engine. Since there is less demand on the engine, the ride is much quieter. Fuel saving for the 11 buses compared to vehicles they will replace is estimated at $6,000 per vehicle, totaling $66,000 per year.

TARC’s Bikes On Board program began in 1999 and by 2002 every TARC bus was equipped with a two-position rack. Since TARC began keeping statistics on bike rack users in 2002, ridership and usage of bike racks has almost tripled, from nearly 48,000 riders in 2002 to 140,000 in 2012.

Local author and cycling advocate Joe Ward said the new racks are one more example of Louisville becoming a more bicycle-friendly community.

“TARC’s addition of bike racks to the buses was about the first big nod cycling enthusiasts got from Metro government, and it’s been steady progress ever since,” Ward said. “I remember Barry Barker saying he was astonished by the response to the program. The one complaint was that there weren’t enough of them. Soon they were on every bus, and now we’re going to three-bike racks – it’s all good.”

For more information, contact: Jon Reiter @ 812/786-4896, or email: jreiter@ridetarc.org

TARC on Twitter: www.twitter.com/ridetarc

TARC on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/ridetarc

August Events at
The Parklands of Floyds Fork

In August, Every Wednesday is a "Sun" Day!

Stop by from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM Wednesdays in August for a safe view of the Sun through the filtered telescopes of the Louisville Astronomical Society. Outside, LAS members will be showing you sun spots 93 million miles away on our private star Sol through specially filtered solar scopes that only let one millionth of the light through or by projecting the image of the sun onto a screen though a regular scope. Inside, in our classroom, an LAS Ambassador will be showing you the Sun in real time through the filters aboard NASA's SOHO Solar Observatory and sharing interesting facts about the one star in our solar system.

Event Location: PNC Achievement Center for Education and Interpretation in Beckley Creek Park

Event Time: Wednesday mornings from 11:00 AM-2:00 PM

Event Cost: Free!

Event Registration: None, this is a walk-up event

Wednesday Morning Garden Volunteers Needed (ongoing)

Join us on Wednesday mornings as we work to maintain the garden beds around The Parklands. Gloves and tools will be provided. Meet in front of the PNC Achievement Center for Education and Interpretation.

Event Location: PNC Achievement Center for Education and Interpretation in Beckley Creek Park

Event Time: Wednesday mornings from 8:00 AM-10:00 AM

Event Questions/Registration: Email agreenwell@21cparks.org

Saturday, August 10 Mud Volleyball Benefiting March of Dimes

Have fun, get muddy and support the March of Dimes in a volleyball tournament being held at John Floyd Fields.
Event Location: John Floyd Fields in Pope Lick Park
Event Time: Approx. 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Event Registration: mudvolleyball.kintera.org

Wednesday, August 14 Kentucky Science Center Nature Stories

Nature Stories is an interactive group time made up of nature-themed stories, designed to introduce young children to nature in a fun and safe environment. The fun-filled hour of activities includes a nature story, hands on activities and exploring the outdoors. KSC programs are made possible with support from PNC Grow Up Great with Science and are a partnership between the Science Center and 21st Century Parks.Event Location: John Floyd Fields Community Center in Pope Lick Park
Event Time: 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Event Cost: Free
Register: Email your name and total in your group to parklands@louisvilleky.gov

Thursday, August 22 Kick-Off Luncheon at The Parklands

Fundraising luncheon benefiting 21st Century Parks and The Parklands of Floyds Fork presented by PNC Bank. ESPN's Kirk Herbstreit is the guest speaker. This event is SOLD OUT- Thank you!

Saturday, August 24 Spruce-up The Parklands Before The Grand Opening

Join us we spruce up Beckley Creek Park and Pope Lick Park prior to our grand opening weekend. You'll be working in new sections of The Parklands before they open to the public and you'll help us keep our parks safe and clean for our visitors.
Event Location: Beckley Creek Park and Pope Lick Park (meet at the PNC Achievement Center)
Event Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Event Registration: Click here.
Questions about volunteering? agreenwell@21cparks.org

Wednesday, August 28 Members-Only Event -

BECKLEY CREEK AND POPE LICK PARK GRAND OPENING SNEAK PEEK

Be the first to see new park amenities opening this fall! Members will have the exclusive opportunity to tour the new features at The Parklands with Parks Director, Scott Martin including: the Humana Grand Allee, Distillery Bend and Big Beech Woods. Just another way to say thank you for your support!
Event Location: Tour will meet next to the PNC Achievement Center
Event Time: 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Event Cost: FREE for Parklands members
RSVP to adowd@21cparks.org or (502)584-0350.

Friday, August 30 Movie Night at The Parklands

Join us for a night of free, family fun at the Marshall Playground and Sprayground at Creekside Center in Beckley Creek Park. Bring your own chairs and blankets, and we'll provide the popcorn. The movie will be chosen on our Facebook page 3 weeks prior to the event- so be sure to "like" our page to vote for your favorite!
Event Location: Marshall Playground and Sprayground in Beckley Creek Park
Event Time: 9:00 p.m. /sundown
Event Cost: Free; No registration necessary.

Public Health and Wellness Residential
Mosquito Fogging

Metro Public Health and Wellness has been mosquito fogging all over the City. Citizens wishing to receive phone notification of fogging in their area as well as other important community notification alerts may sign up for notifications online by clicking here. Mosquito fogging is done between dusk and dawn. Fogging cannot be done if it is raining, if wind speeds exceed 10 miles per hour or if evening temperatures are above 85°. If fogging activities are canceled due to weather conditions, they will usually be rescheduled for the following weekday evening. In determining where to fog, the Department of Public Health and Wellness uses surveillance data, such as counts of mosquitoes in traps distributed throughout the metro area. Workers will be spraying a synergized synthetic pyrethroid. This product offers a very low toxicity and odor. Pyrethroids can be used for public health mosquito control programs without posing unreasonable risks to human health. It is registered by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the Kentucky Department of Agriculture for use in adult mosquito control programs. This product is biodegradable. The Louisville Metro Department of Public Health and Wellness will post areas to be fogged throughout the summer on its website http://louisvilleky.gov/health. Citizens may also phone the fogging hotline at 574-6641 or call MetroCall at 311 to report a specific mosquito problem.

CANCELLED AT THE REQUEST
OF THE APPLICANT

NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING - GLENMARY SUBDIVISION
THURSDAY, AUGUST 15, 2013 BEGINNING AT 1:00 PM

You are invited to attend a Planning Commission hearing of a proposal to amend recorded plats in the Glenmary Subdivision, Sections 1-3,

to create new lots for development.

Subject Properties: 10200 & 10415 Glenmary Farm Drive and parcel 2535-000A-0000

Case Numbers: 19173, 19174, and 19219

Case Manager: Matthew Doyle (matthew.doyle@louisvilleky.gov), Phone: 574-6230.

Meeting Type: Planning Commission

Date: Thursday, August 15, 2013

Time: Meeting will begin at 1:00 PM and continue until all cases are heard

Location: 514 W. Liberty Street 40202

To view documents related to this proposal, please visit:

Louisville Metro Planning and Design Services (Hours: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM)

444 S. 5th Street, 3rd Floor, Louisville, KY 40202

(502) 574-6230

Or visit www.louisvilleky.gov/PlanningDesign for:

· Meeting agenda and staff report (typically available one week prior to meeting)

· Public comment opportunities

Persons who desire special accommodations should contact the Planning Commission office at (502) 574-6230 at least one week prior to this meeting. TDD users please use the Relay Service, 1-800-648-6056.

THE KENTUCKY STATE FAIR
AUGUST 15 - 25

Military Monday

In honor of the United States Military, the Kentucky State Fair celebrates patrons who serve or have served our country. Military Monday on August 19 offers all active duty and veteran military and their family members half off admission and $12 wristbands. Valid military ID is required.

The Kentucky State Fair runs August 15 – 25 at the Kentucky Exposition Center

For more information, go to www.kystatefair.org.

Senior Day & Early Bird Special

Two special discount days at the Fair offer lower admission prices to patrons. Seniors 55 and up will be admitted for $1 on Humana Senior Discount Day, Tuesday, August 20. The discount ends at 6 p.m. Fairgoers that arrive by noon pay only $6 admission on Wednesday, August 21. No coupon is necessary for either discount.

The Kentucky State Fair runs August 15 – 25 at the Kentucky Exposition Center.

For more information, go to www.kystatefair.org.

Thrillway

Thrill seekers at the Kentucky State Fair can now purchase Thrillway wristbands that allow for unlimited rides every day of the Fair. This is the first year wristbands are available on weekends. Prices range from $15-$25, depending on the day with no age restrictions. Also new this year, Thrillway Express Passes will provide fairgoers with front of the line access. The pass will be sold at the Thrillway ticket booths on a limited first-come, first-serve basis each day and is good for the day the pass is purchased. Thrillway Express Passes will be available for $15 plus the cost of the wristband or ticket package purchased.

The Kentucky State Fair runs August 15 – 25 at the Kentucky Exposition Center.

For more information, go to www.kystatefair.org.

New Weekend Parking Plan

The Kentucky State Fair Board is planning to help alleviate parking congestion and improve the experience for fairgoers during both weekends of the Fair, August 16-18 and 23-25.

Free off-site parking will be available in the Green Lot of Papa John’s Cardinal Stadium, Sections B &C off of Floyd Street. Fairgoers can purchase admission at the Green Lot or present advance discount tickets prior to boarding shuttles. Free parking and free shuttles sponsored by Miller Transportation and the Louisville Convention & Visitor’s Bureau.

In addition, the new Five Dollar Lot will be opened on the site of the former Executive Inn Hotel, adjacent to the fairgrounds. Shuttles will bring fairgoers to the pedestrian admission gate.

A new entrance point will also be opened on the weekends. This entrance point at East Adair Street off Phillips Lane is best accessed from Crittenden Drive. Parking is $8.

The Kentucky State Fair runs August 15 – 25 at the Kentucky Exposition Center. For more information, go to www.kystatefair.org, like us on Facebook or follow us on Twitter.

The Fern Creek Community Association & Chamber of Commerce is now accepting applications from eligible dependents of FCCACC members in good standing for our Annual 2013 College Scholarship.

The winning qualified recipient will be awarded $1,000.00 to be paid directly to the Accredited Post Secondary Institution/College/University.

Please contact Jean Henle at 239-7550 for more information and to obtain the application form as well as the criteria sheet. We will take applications until August 20, awarding the scholarship by September 20, 2013.

Thank you.

FCCACC Board of Directors

BLACKACRE NATURE PRESERVE AND
HISTORIC HOMESTEAD

Upcoming Events

Saturdays May - November 9:30 a.m.

Farm Animal Feedings

Sunday August 18th - 2 p.m.

Sunday Sing-a-along

Saturday September 7th - 6 p.m.

Smores & more

Sunday September 8th - 2 p.m.

Lucy Audubon visits Blackacre

More details can be found on our website: blackacreconservancy.org

How to find us:

From Gene Snyder Fwy to Taylorsville Road exit.Turn right off ramp. After the Tyler Center, turn right at the light at Tucker Station Rd.

Turn left at the entrance.

The Homestead is at the end of the gravel road.

From 64 East to Blankenbaker Hwy. Exit South (right) and go right at end of ramp. Turn left at Rehl Road (after Electron Rd). At stop sign take a right on Tucker Station Rd.

Turn right at the entrance.

The Homestead is at the end of the gravel road.

Blackacre Conservancy
3200 Tucker Station Road
Louisville, Kentucky 40299
502-266-9802

The Current News from The Parklands Events

FUNDRAISING EVENT
KICK-OFF FOOTBALL SEASON WITH KIRK HERBSTREIT

The Parklands of Floyds Fork is hosting a luncheon with ESPN College Football analyst Kirk Herbstreit at Noon on Thursday, August 22 to kick-off football season. Herbstreit will preview the 2013 season with a special focus on the Louisville Cardinals and Kentucky Wildcats during a luncheon to be held at the Gheens Foundation Lodge in Beckley Creek Park. Presented by PNC Bank, the proceeds from the event will benefit 21st Century Parks and The Parklands Annual Fund.

Tables and sponsorships are available now, click here to learn more and to secure your seat at what is sure to be a fun event!

VOLUNTEER AT THE PARKLANDS
DONATE YOUR TIME

We are a donor-supported public park, but we don't just mean financial donations. You can donate your time as a volunteer at The Parklands and help us to create a world-class park system that enhances the recreation, education, and environment for generations. Click here to watch a video about some of the ways you can volunteer with The Parklands, and to hear from some of our current volunteers.

There are many ways you can volunteer your time, if any of these areas are of interest to you, please let us know!

Gardeners: Use your gardening knowledge to help us maintain the gardens throughout The Parklands.
Welcome Center Docent: Help us share the cultural, natural, and recreational resources of The Parklands with park visitors in the PNC Achievement Center for Education and Interpretation.
Education Docent: Assist us in the classroom with our camps, field trips, and other educational programs.
Trail Team: Help us tackle invasive species and perform basic trail maintenance to help keep our trails safe for park visitors.

Click here or contact Ali Greenwell, Program Coordinator at 502-584-0350 or agreenwell@21cparks.org for more information on volunteer opportunities at The Parklands.

LOUISVILLE SPORTS COMMISSION PUMPKIN 10K
AT THE PARKLANDS

The inaugural Norton Sports Health Great Pumpkin 10k, part of the Louisville Sports Commission new Fall Runathon, is set to take place on October 19 in Beckley Creek Park. Click here to learn more.

SEPTEMBER GRAND OPENING OF
S. BECKLEY CREEK PARK AND POPE LICK PARK

The weekend of September 6, 2013 will mark the opening of the remainder of Beckley Creek Park, including the Egg Lawn and Humana Grand Allee. It will also celebrate the opening of Pope Lick Park, off Taylorsville Rd, including 2 new soft-surface trails and the pedestrian bridge over Floyds Fork. Open portions of the Louisville Loop will extend to nearly 7 miles, allowing more opportunities to explore new areas of The Parklands. This weekend in September will be marked by several events, so save the date on your calendar. More information coming soon!

ABOUT THE PARKLANDS OF FLOYDS FORK

Founded by the nonprofit 21st Century Parks, The Parklands of Floyds Fork is a donor-supported public park in Louisville, Kentucky. Stretching 4,000 acres between Shelbyville and Bardstown Roads, The Parklands is the largest and most ambitious metropolitan parks system in the nation, and the only one expected to open by 2015. The Parklands will provide world-class amenities ranging from 100 miles of hiking, biking, walking, and paddling trails, to dog parks, playgrounds, and expansive lawns for community events. The construction and development of The Parklands of Floyds Fork is 100% funded, and with the community’s annual support, it will be maintained and operated to a world-class standard.

Golfers Offered $3 Discount During August
at Metro Parks Courses

Golfers are being offered a $3 discount during August at Metro Parks golf courses. Golfers can register for a coupon, redeemable at any of Metro Parks’ nine public golf courses, at: http://www.louisvilleky.gov/MetroParks/golf/golfspecials.htm.

The coupon can be applied for tee times made weekdays between the hours of noon and 4 p.m., and on weekends from 2-4 p.m. The purchase of an 18-hole round with a cart rental is required for the discount.

Golfers will be able to redeem the coupons through Saturday, August 31. Metro Parks offers special discounts throughout the year. More information on those discounts, in addition to regular rates and fees, will be found in upcoming weeks at http://www.louisvilleky.gov/MetroParks/golf/golfspecials.htm.

About Metro Parks Golf
Louisville's nine public golf courses offer a quality golfing experience at some of the most affordable prices in the nation. Each course has its own unique character, and some consistently rank among Kentucky's best and most challenging courses. Metro Parks operates nine municipally-owned golf courses that are challenging to everyone from beginners to scratch golfers. For more information, visit http://www.louisvilleky.gov/MetroParks/golf.

•   Bobby Nichols Golf Course, 4301 E. Pages Lane, 502/937-9051 (9 holes)
•   Charlie Vettiner Golf Course, 10207 Mary Dell Lane, 502/267-9958 (18 holes)
•   Cherokee Golf Course, 2501 Alexander Road, 502/458-9450 (9 holes)
•   Crescent Hill Golf Course, 3110 Brownsboro Road, 502/896-9193 (9 holes)
•   Iroquois Golf Course, 1501 Rundill Road, 502/363-9520 (18 holes)
•   Long Run Golf Course, 1605 Flat Rock Road, 502/245-9015 (18 holes)
•   Seneca Golf Course, 2300 Pee Wee Reese Blvd, 502/458-9298 (18 holes)
•   Shawnee Golf Course, 460 Northwestern Parkway, 502/776-9389 (18 holes)
•   Sun Valley Golf Course, 6505 Bethany Lane, 502/937-9228 (18 holes)

Metro Parks Offers Convenient Parking for the 2013 U of L Football Season

Parking passes are available for purchase for Churchill Park adjacent to Papa John’s Cardinal Stadium

With the 2013 University of Louisville football season fast approaching, Metro Parks is offering secure, affordable and convenient parking for home games. Parking passes for Churchill Park – adjacent to Papa John's Cardinal Stadium on Floyd Street and Byrne Avenue – are now available.

Vehicle passes are available for specific games ($10 per game) or for the entire season ($50). RV passes are $100 for the season and $20 per game. Single game passes are also available for the St. Xavier-Trinity game Friday, October 4. However, a season pass includes parking for that evening.

If space is available, fans can pay a parking attendant on the day of the game. Proceeds will be reinvested into the maintenance and beautification of Louisville’s parks. The application form is available online at http://www.metro-parks.org/parks/churchill.

Parking passes are available on a first-come, first served basis. All applications should be mailed to:

Metro Parks
Attn: Football Parking
P.O. Box 37280
Louisville, KY 40233-2780

Applications can also be delivered in person to the Metro Parks Administration Building in Joe Creason Park, across from the Louisville Zoo off Trevilian Way.

University of Louisville Home Football Schedule (2013):

09/01/13 vs. OHIO 3:30 p.m.

09/07/13 vs. E KENTUCKY 12:00 p.m.

09/21/13 vs. FLORIDA INT 8:00 p.m.

10/04/13 - St. X vs. TRINITY 8:00 p.m.

10/10/13 vs. RUTGERS 7:30 p.m.

10/18/13 vs. UCF 8:00 p.m.

11/16/13 vs. HOUSTON TBD

11/23/13 vs. MEMPHIS TBD

Big Brothers Big Sisters - Humana “Legacy Program” wants YOU!

With support from the Humana Foundation, Big Brothers Big Sisters has launched a new across-generations mentoring program that will benefit local children while improving the overall wellbeing of adults 55 and over who participate. The goal is to match an additional 50 senior Bigs with children ages 7-16 by year’s end. You don’t need special skills to be a Big – just the willingness to listen, offer encouragement and share what you’ve learned about life. Littles are typically come from families headed by a single parent who simply wants the best for their child, but does not have the time they would like to spend with the child. These children just need a BIG friend!

“You forget you’re in a ‘program’ cause you’re having fun,” said Big Steve in a TV-aired interview.

Volunteering a few hours a month toward your year-long relationship can provide something amazing for a child. You also receive monthly support from a “Match” Counselor as you report on your progress.

There are two ways to meet with your Little –

On-site at a school or community center or Community wide, diverse outings from home.

Activities you can do as Bigs and Littles include trips to the library, enjoying one of our local parks, playing card games or doing craft projects. Big Brothers Big Sisters offers monthly free events for all matches. So, have some fun, learn a few things and make a valuable difference in developing the next generation! Volunteering a few hours a month can start something amazing for a child.

Make a difference in our community of children and your life! Visit www.bbbsky.org or contact Sandy Bowen 587-0494 ext 164 or sandy.bowen@bbbsky.org.

LEGAL AID OFFERS FREE ASSISTANCE

The Legal Aid Society announces dates for free legal clinics offered during August and September of 2013. The August dates are listed below. Please note some clinics require a reservation. See the RSVP line for each event for reservation information.

WHAT: FORECLOSURE CLINIC

WHEN: Tuesday, August 13, at 11:00 AM

WHERE: Legal Aid Society office (416 W. Muhammad Ali Blvd.)

PURPOSE: Attorneys will be on hand to answer questions about foreclosures and provide advice on alternatives to foreclosure.