District 22 E-Newsletter - Friday, May 2, 2014

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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

Legislative Assistant
Monica W. Hodge
Phone: 502-574-3467
Fax: 502-574-4501

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WELCOME TO OUR E-NEWSLETTER

Our Mission Statement:

“To Provide Efficient, Courteous And Professional Service

To Our Community”

"Success Comes By Helping Others" 

We're Proud To Serve You In Representing District 22



HAPPY OAKS AND DERBY DAY FROM DISTRICT 22!



FERN CREEK LIBRARY NEWS


Adult Programs

All About Summer Gardening Workshop

Saturday, May 17, 2014 - Starts at 02:00 PM

Join members of the Louisville Permaculture Meetup group

to learn composting, herb growing, harvesting, and more.

 

3D Printing And Modeling – for all ages

Saturday, May 31, 2014 - Starts at 01:00 PM

See a 3D printer in action and learn the basics

of 3-D art using free programs found online.

 

Afternoon Book Discussion

Wednesday, May 14, 2014, 2:00PM

Please join us in discussing, Enduring Hills, by Janice Holt Giles.

 

Free Computer Classes

Internet Basics

Tuesday, May 6, 2014, 9:00AM.

Please call 231-4605 to register.

 

Introduction to Microsoft Word

Tuesday, May 20, 2014, 9:00AM.

Please call 231-4605 to register.

 

Computer Basics 1 and 2

Tuesday, June 3, 9:00AM.

Please call 231-4605 to register.

 

Children’s Programs

Magic Tree House Party

Perfect Time for Pandas

Thursday, May 8th, 4:15 p.m.

Ages 5-11. Limit 30. Sign-up required.

  

The Library – at the crossroads of knowledge and know-how. Visit www.LFPL.org to learn more.


BLACKACRE NATURE PRESERVE AND
HISTORIC HOMESTEAD NEWS

Spring Volunteer Orientation

This Sunday, May 4th @ 2:00 p.m.

Spring is here and that means welcoming our wonderful volunteers back to Blackacre. Our volunteers are the back bone of everything we do here at Blackacre and we are always looking for new friends and neighbors to join the team.  This Sunday from 2 - 3:30 pm. we will be holding orientation for all new volunteers interested in helping out around the homestead.  Participants should plan on an overview of Blackacre's volunteer policies and procedures followed by a brief history lesson and homestead tour.  Meet at the Presley Tyler House.  Please call or email for more information.  502.266.9802  |  blackacre3200@gmail.com

UPCOMING EVENTS:

Saturday May 3rd - 9:30 a.m.
Farm Animal Feedings begin again for the season!

Saturday May 10 - 10:30 a.m.
Bluebird Walk

Friday May 30th - 9:30 p.m.
Stargazing w/ Louisville Astronomical Society

Monday June 16th 
First week of Summer Camp

Wee Explorers

Little ones will use their five senses to discover the wonders of nature.  Through hands-on explorations, crafts, games and stories, campers will develop an awareness and appreciations for the natural environment.

When - June 16-20, 23-27 - 9am - 11:30am 

Cost - $75 per week

Register - online @ blackacreconservancy.org  |  Call 502.266.9802

Grades- Pre K-K

Pioneers Then & Now 

Campers discover Kentucky's heritage through explorations of Blackacre's 1790's pioneer farm and natural areas including ponds, forests and fields.Campers will engage in nature and pioneer investigations, arts/crafts, games and use cameras to "hunt" butterflies, insects, and other creatures. Session Two camps include additional activities for those wanting to return and for newcomers as well.

When - Part 1: June 16-20, 23-27 & July 14-18

            Part 2: July 21-25 & 28 - Aug. 1

            9am - 2pm

Cost - $120 per week

Register - online @ blackacreconservancy.org  |  Call 502.266.9802

Grades- 1-3, 4-6

More information 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. (From the Fern Creek side of the Gene Snyder Fwy. turn left at the end of the Taylorsville Road ramp to get to Blackacre.  Turn right at the entrance.) 

Follow the gravel drive all the way back to the homestead, you will be directed to a field on your left to park.

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. 

Follow the gravel drive until you are directed into a field on your left for parking.

Blackacre Conservancy
3200 Tucker Station Road
Louisville, Kentucky 40299
www.blackacreconservancy.org


THE FERN CREEK COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION AND CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
 NETWORKING  LUNCHEON
TUESDAY, MAY 6, 2014


SPEAKER:  Mr. Scott Martin

With The Parklands of Floyd Fork

HOSTS:  Accutemp HVAC and
Edward Jones Investments

  

Place: Woodhaven Country Club

7200 Woodhaven Road    

Time: 11:30 am - 1:00 pm

Lunch to begin promptly at 11:45 am


Cost $15.00 for members and first time guests     
$25.00 non-members

 

Please RSVP at:

www.ferncreek.org or info@ferncreek.org 
or by calling 239-7550 (ask for Jean)
Sorry, no-shows will be billed


STONE LEDGE FARM
ANNUAL NEIGHBORHOOD YARD SALE
Saturday, May 10th
8:00 A.M. - ?


You're invited to come out for the annual Stone Ledge Farm Neighborhood Yard Sale on
Sat., May 10th, (Rain or Shine!) 
from 8:00 a.m. until ???

The subdivision is located off of Beulah Church Road
in Fern Creek. 
For more information contact:
Kim Burkhead at mkburkhead@gmail.com


MARK YOUR CALENDARS AND
SAVE THE DATE FOR . . .

FERN CREEK/HIGHVIEW UNITED MINISTRIES

"Pennies from Heaven"
Annual 2013 Gala Auction & Dinner

Saturday, May 10, 2014

6:30 PM

St. Gabriel Catholic Church

5505 Bardstown Road


Silent Auction, Live Auction

Catered Dinner & Live Music

Tickets $25.00


 “2014 Sponsorship Request”

Each year Fern Creek/Highview United Ministries (FCHUM):

        *feeds over 4,000 families

        *provides emergency assistance to over 13,000 people;

        * provides holiday food baskets to over 300 families, including over 700 children;

        *provides over 23,000 hours of personal care and activities to frail, older adults;

        *provides over 2,500 hours of nursing services;

                  
We need your help to continue this vital work!

Our annual “Pennies from Heaven” Auction & Dinner Gala”   

           is our main fund-raising event of the year.  

One avenue of support for this event is the provision of

“Sponsorships” to help cover costs.

*name exposure to 23 churches, 12 denominations

*publicity on our website

*publicity in our quarterly newsletters

*your name reaching thousands of people


Sponsorship is a wonderful win-win opportunity for you and for Fern Creek/Highview United Ministries and our community.

        *choose the level that best matches your capabilities

       * notify our administrative team as soon as possible.

       * Pre-event publicity deadline for sponsorship is Wednesday, April 30th. 

       *The earlier you respond the more opportunity it allows for your publicity. 

 

Please call if you have any questions whatsoever;
we welcome the opportunity to talk with you.

Rev. Ron Loughry, Executive Director 

For more information or to purchase tickets,
contact staff at 762-9608 or via

e-mail: www.fchum.org


25TH Anniversary:

Observing year long from
June 2013-June 2014

A quarter century of compassionate care


FESTIVAL OF FAITHS

“Sacred Earth Sacred Self” is the theme of the 19th annual Festival of Faiths, an event that celebrates the diversity of our faith traditions, promotes unity and strengthens the role of faith in society through common action. It will occur May 14-18 at Actors Theatre of Louisville. An Interfaith Service: A Call to Prayer, will be at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 13, at the Cathedral of the Assumption, 433 S. Fifth Street.

Among the speakers this year are two of America’s most notable literary figures – poet, farmer, essayist and activist Wendell Berry and Pulitzer Prize-winning poet and environmentalist Gary Snyder – as well as Patrick Holden, founder of Great Britain’s Sustainable Food Trust; and Shayk Hamza Yusuf, president and co-founder of Zaytuna College. For more information, www.festivaloffaiths.org. Tickets on sale at Actors Theatre of Louisville box office (502) 584-1205

  


Legal Aide


LEGAL AID OFFERS FREE ASSISTANCE


The Legal Aid Society announces dates for free legal clinics offered during May 2014.  Please note some clinics require a reservation in advance. See the RSVP line for each event for reservation information.

WHAT:                          FORECLOSURE CLINIC

WHEN:                         Tuesday, May 6, 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.

RSVP:                          Call Legal Aid at (502) 584-1254 to make a reservation.

 

WHAT:                          FORECLOSURE CLINIC

WHEN:                         Thursday, May 8, at 4:00 PM

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.

RSVP:                          Call Legal Aid at (502) 584-1254 to make a reservation.

 

WHAT:                          FORECLOSURE CLINIC

WHEN:                         Tuesday, May 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.

RSVP:                          Call Legal Aid at (502) 584-1254 to make a reservation.

 

WHAT:                          EXPUNGEMENT CLINIC

WHEN:                         Thursday, May 15, at 1:00 PM

WHERE:                       Louisville Free Public Library Main Branch (301 York St.), South Wing, 2nd Floor

PURPOSE:                   An attorney will be on hand to discuss the expungement process and which charges can be expunged.  Attendees are encouraged to bring a copy of their criminal record which shows the disposition of each case.  A copy of the record may be obtained from Court Archives located in the basement of the Old Jail Building at 514 West Liberty Street in Louisville.

RSVP:                          Call Legal Aid at (502) 584-1254 to make a reservation.

 

WHAT:                          VETERANS CHILD SUPPORT CLINIC

WHEN:                         Thursday, May 15, at 1:00 PM

WHERE:                       To be announced

PURPOSE:                   Attorneys will be paired with clients to represent their interests in modifying child support obligations to reflect their current incomes and to establish satisfactory payment plans for arrearages.

RSVP:                          RSVP to Legal Aid at (502) 614-3132 by April 18th to make a reservation.

 

WHAT:                          FORECLOSURE CLINIC

WHEN:                         Thursday, May 15, at 4:00 PM

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.

RSVP:                          Call Legal Aid at (502) 584-1254 to make a reservation.

 

WHAT:                          DIVORCE CLINIC

WHEN:                         Friday, May 16, at 9:30 AM

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

PURPOSE:                   Clients will receive assistance from attorneys in filling out all of the necessary paperwork to file for a divorce.

RSVP:                          Call Legal Aid at (502) 584-1254 to make a reservation.

 

WHAT:                          PROPERTY TAX FORUM

WHEN:                         Saturday, May 17, at 2:00 PM

WHERE:                       Catholic Enrichment Center (3146 W. Broadway)

PURPOSE:                   This event will feature an educational presentation about the risks of not paying your property tax bill timely, information about how to enter into a payment plan with Jefferson County if your property tax bill is late, and resources people can access if they have an overdue property tax bill.  Speakers will include Anne Marie Regan from the Kentucky Equal Justice Center, Terri Geraghty from the Jefferson County Attorney’s Office, and John Young from the Legal Aid Society.

RSVP:                          Call Legal Aid at (502) 584-1254 to make a reservation.

 

WHAT:                          FORECLOSURE CLINIC

WHEN:                         Tuesday, May 20, 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.

RSVP:                          Call Legal Aid at (502) 584-1254 to make a reservation.

 

WHAT:                          SMALL CLAIMS CLINIC

WHEN:                         Wednesday, May 21, at 2:00 PM

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

PURPOSE:                   Clients are provided with the forms necessary to file a claim, and an attorney will review completed claims.

RSVP:                          Call Legal Aid at (502) 584-1254 to make a reservation.

 

WHAT:                          FORECLOSURE CLINIC

WHEN:                         Thursday, May 22, at 4:00 PM

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.

RSVP:                          Call Legal Aid at (502) 584-1254 to make a reservation.

 

WHAT:                          FORECLOSURE CLINIC

WHEN:                         Tuesday, May 27, 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.

RSVP:                          Call Legal Aid at (502) 584-1254 to make a reservation.

 

WHAT:                          FORECLOSURE CLINIC

WHEN:                         Thursday, May 29, at 4:00 PM

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.

RSVP:                          Call Legal Aid at (502) 584-1254 to make a reservation.


FERN CREEK BAPTIST CHURCH INVITES YOU TO . . .

"CELEBRATE RECOVERY"


Where – Fern Creek Baptist Church, 5920 Bardstown Road

When – Every Thursday – 7:00 – 8:30 PM

7:00 – 7:45 PM – Worship in the Sanctuary

7:45 – 8:30 pm – Support and Recovery Groups

At this point, we have facilitators/leaders for the following groups:

Safe Eyes (Males dealing with pornography and related issues);

Dealing with Family Members with Addictions;

Lose it for Life/Healthy Lifestyles;

Substance Addictions (those dealing with alcohol, drug, and tobacco addictions)

Celebrate Recovery has been a great help to many in our community and church.  We are happy to be able to offer this program at Fern Creek Baptist Church.  Celebrate Recovery is a Christ-centered group created by John Baker and Rick Warren (author of “The Purpose Driven Life”).  The purposes of Celebrate Recovery are to fellowship and celebrate God’s healing power in our lives through the 12 steps and 8 Recovery Principles (based on the Beatitudes).  Celebrate Recovery is not just for those who struggle with substance addictions.  It is designed to help anyone struggling with hurts, habits or hang-ups.  Please share this information with others who may also need this help.  Actually, anyone who has sin in their lives is invited to come, which, of course, means that all people can benefit from this program.  You are welcome to join us just for the worship time if we are not offering a support or recovery group that you feel will benefit you.

Childcare is provided from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.  For more information, please call Troy at 643-0101 or Jack at 889-6943. 

OPEN GYM

Where -  Fern Creek Baptist Church, 5920 Bardstown Road.

When -   Tuesday afternoons* – 2:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

We follow the Jefferson County School schedule

Our Open Gym program is open to all middle and high school students.  Our program includes playing basketball, devotionals, and a meal.  Student I.D. is required for admittance.  For more information, please call 239-0316.

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Fern Creek Baptist Church  will be hosting on Sunday afternoons the following: 

International Christian Fellowship of Louisville ICFL) (Intentionally Communicating the Faithfulness and Love of Christ)

Pastor:  Rev. George V. Payocong, Jr.

Time:  1:15 PM - 3:00 PM

Everyone is welcome!

For more information, please call Rev. Payocong at 502 709-2925 or e-mail:  gpayocong2@hotmail.com.


DISTRICT 22 - WEEKLY COMMUNITY MEETINGS


LOCAL BOY SCOUTS INFORMATION

FERN CREEK BOY SCOUT TROOP 56 MEETS EVERY TUESDAY AT 7:00 PM, AND THE CUBS MEET ON THURSDAYS AT 7:00 PM AT FERN CREEK UNITED METHODIST CHURCH LOCATED AT 
6727 BARDSTOWN ROAD.
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:
ERIC BLOAT AT: ERICBLOAT@YAHOO.COM


FERN CREEK BOY SCOUT TROOP 77 MEETS EVERY TUESDAY NIGHT AT 7:00 PM, AND CUB SCOUT PACK 77 MEETS EVERY THURSDAY NIGHT AT 7:00 PM WHILE JCPS IS IN SESSION AT BEULAH PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 6704 BARDSTOWN ROAD. 
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:
BRIAN JONES, SCOUT MASTER AT 592-4120.


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


MHHM Paddle


23rd ANNUAL FLOYDS FORK CREEK SWEEP

June 7, 2014 (Saturday)

8:00A.M. Sign In (see times below)

Pope Lick Park*/former Floyds Fork Park*

 *Breakfast, lunch and refreshments provided &
Picnic Lunch **

- Some canoes provided free to use with life jackets and paddles by calling 267-6883 or emailing Teena Halbig teenahal@aol.com  - make a reservation now since on a first come, first served basis. Be sure to say how many persons will be volunteering. Also notify us if necessary to cancel.

- Additional volunteers who have canoes & kayaks  are encouraged to bring them; please let us know you are coming and how many persons – usually 2-3 persons per canoe. Walkers on foot are assigned cleanup areas .Birding expert available for those interested. 

Sponsors:

Floyds Fork Environmental Association
District 20 Councilman Stuart Benson
District 22 Councilman Robin Engel
Louisville/Jefferson County Metro Government


Co-Sponsors:

Canoe Kentucky
Division of Solid Waste Management
Jefferson Animal Hospital Fern Creek
Jefferson County Soil & Water Conservation District
Long Run Sportsmen Club
The Parklands of Floyds Fork

8:00 A.M.             Registration and free light breakfast (come in building)

8:15 A.M.             Officials and Event & Education Announcements

8:30 A.M.             Transport to canoe launch sites provided

Noon-1 or 2 P.M. You arrive at take out point.  Volunteers are transported back to the John Floyd Fields Building for free lunch

*Directions  to Pope Lick Park/former Floyds Fork Park: Go behind Shell/Circle K Gas Station located at 14305 Taylorsville Road).  If headed toward Fisherville on Taylorsville Road, turn RIGHT onto South Pope Lick Road off Taylorsville Road. Follow the signs, go over the bridge to the parking lot on the right and come to the building. 

-Event sponsors are not responsible for any injury or damage incurred during the event-

www.floydsfork.net, facebook

RSVP teenahal@aol.com, 267-6883, Teena Halbig, President FFEA


Bike Sense


"Kentucky Tour de Cure"

Saturday, June 7, 2014 
Norton Commons, Prospect, KY

6:30 am check in;
ride starts staggered according to length

 

Cycling event to benefit the American Diabetes Association with families and beginner route lengths ranging from 1 to 5 miles, and up to  20, 40 and 60 mile routes.

Tour de Cure offers a great day of cycling and fun through beautiful Kentucky back roads, as well as the personal satisfaction of completing a ride and doing your part in the fight against diabetes affecting 1.5 million Kentuckians. To pre-register www.diabetes.org/kytourdecure (502)452-6072 dmuller@diabetes.org


Louisville Metro Parks and Recreation


THE PARKLANDS ANNOUNCING CANOE, KAYAK, & PADDLEBOARD RENTALS


21st Century Parks is excited to partner with Green Earth Outdoors to provide canoe, kayak, and paddleboard rentals.  Reservations are being taken now.

Parklands Members receive 15% off paddling services--just another reason to join today! 

The Green Earth Outdoors livery service will operate normally near the North Beckley Paddling Access in Beckley Creek Park and offer three different day trips with shuttle service included. Day trips vary from one to seven hours depending on the length of the trip and water levels.
Rentals will also be available by the hour for paddlers seeking a leisurely float in slow water pools in Floyds Fork or in William F. Miles Lakes (perfect for beginners and anglers!) Most floats are self-guided but you may elect to add an instructor to your float for a guided paddle. Float prices range from $24-$71 depending on the craft and the length of the trip (before member discount). For paddlers who bring their own craft, a shuttle service will also be offered (for a small fee) on regular days of operation.


Rentals are available on Saturdays, Sundays and Wednesdays beginning May 3, 2014 to Memorial Day Weekend and again after Labor Day to the end of October. Between Memorial Day and Labor Day, rentals are available every day except Tuesdays (subject to change based on demand). Hours of operation are generally 9:00 am to 5:00 pm with the last trip departure time of 3:00 pm. Early morning and evening rental opportunities will be posted on the Green Earth Outdoors Facebook page. Floats are also available for school groups and corporate outings (to book a float for your group call The Parklands at 502-584-0350 and ask to talk to Sam or Kim).


Recreational paddling is one of the fastest growing outdoor sports activities in the nation and we're excited to work with the professionals at Green Earth Outdoors to offer all residents of the region an opportunity to experience first-hand the beauty of Floyds Fork from human-powered watercraft. We hope to see you out on the water soon!


SAVE THE DATE!  

2014 FERN CREEK COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION AND CHAMBER OF COMMERCE GOLF SCRAMBLE

 

When:  Monday, June 23, 2014

(8:00 am shotgun start)

Where:  Woodhaven Country Club

 

We are asking for your help to make this year's scramble a success.  Your participation and support are greatly appreciated!  Enter a team!  Volunteer to work!   Sponsorship opportunities available! 

The Fern Creek Community Association & Chamber of Commerce is making great  strides locally and increasing our community spirit as membership continues to grow.  Fern Creek is a fast growing and vibrant community!  Our hope is, with the help of events such as this, to continue to grow our membership and give our members a great opportunity to build lasting relationships as well.       

Please let us know if there is anything that we can do for you and thank you again for your support of and interest in the Fern Creek           Community Association & Chamber of Commerce.  For more information, please call Jean at 239-7550.

Sincerely,

Lacey Newton
President, FCCACC

-and-

Jean Henle
Chamber Coordinator


Do you have an interest in serving on a Metro Board?


Councilman Robin Engel, as Chair of this year's Appointments Committee on the Louisville Metro Council, has made it a point to seek greater geographic representation on the appointed Louisville Metro Boards and Commissions.  He is seeking a greater representation of Southeast end residents to serve.

We are reaching out for qualified Southeast residents who are interested in serving the community as an appointee to one of the many Louisville Metro Boards and Commissions.

If you are interested in getting involved and wish to fill out an application, visit: Louisvilleky.gov/serveonboard and click on the Apply link.

For more information, call the District 22 Council Office at 574-1122.


Green Light

Stuck in Traffic?

Did you know you can sign up to be notified of bridge news and traffic alerts for the downtown and east end bridges projects?  Visit http://kyinbridges.com/downtown-crossing/get-involved/ to sign up.


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The Department of Codes & Regulations has updated their website to make it easier to find common tools.  Check it out by visiting, 
http://www.louisvilleky.gov/ipl/tools.htm. You can now search for the following: Construction Permits, Planning & Zoning Applications, Property Maintenance Cases, ABC Licenses, Building Reports, PVA Reports, and Vacant Properties.  Also, be sure to check out the online business portals and report issues to Louisville Metro.


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Louisville Metro Police

Mayor Greg Fischer released the attached letter to citizens regarding the City’s
long-term approach in responding to the recent teen violence.
Click here to view 4-7-14 Letter to Citizens.pdf


KEEP TRACK OF CRIME IN YOUR AREA

City Refines Online Maps to Display Crime in Parks

Incidents in parks now tied to physical address

 

Louisville Metro Government has refined the city’s online maps to more accurately display crimes that occur in local parks. This improvement resulted from questions that arose from the recent crime by teenagers and young adults that started in Waterfront Park and moved into parts of downtown.  Before the change, crimes in parks were being reported by GPS coordinate, but the city’s crime map only accepted physical address. As a result, crimes in parks were automatically displaying in a parking lot at 5th and Liberty streets, the geographic coordinate for “the City of Louisville.”

The situation has been corrected and the maps now display significant crimes that happen in parks, from Waterfront to Shawnee to Cherokee to Jefferson Memorial Forest.

The city’s maps show Part I FBI crimes — the most serious charges that includes homicides, auto theft, assaults, vandalism and robbery. The city’s technology team is now using physical addresses for the parks so that the crimes are more accurately displayed. Because of the vast areas covered by parks, crimes will show as a single pin. People should click on the pin to see all crimes in that area of the park.

To view the maps, and to search for crimes by neighborhoods or address, visit http://www.louisvilleky.gov/metropolice/crimemaps 

The crime maps are part of the Fischer administration’s commitment to open data and transparency -- and part of a broader effort to put more information and services online. In the past three years, the city has increased crime information available to citizens by creating crime text and email alerts by police beat. To sign up, visit www.louisvilleky.gov/metropolice

Since the crime map was introduced in 2007, it has only displayed FBI Part 1 crimes. LMPD and Metro Technology are in discussions about expanding the information on the maps to include all crime.

If you see crime occurring, 
please contact the Louisville Metro Police Department.  


Call 911 for emergencies. 

Call 502-574-7111 for non-emergency related help or 
to find a towed vehicle.  

Call 574-LMPD to report crime tips. 


 If you have a block watch or a neighborhood association, you can purchase "Operation Identification" stickers and place them inside a window facing outward. This communicates to a potential burglar that your property has been cataloged by serial number and photographed for immediate identification (e.g., jewelry or other unique items). This means that a burglar's chance of getting caught increases significantly.  Did you know that pawn shops have to almost immediately log pawned items into a data base that LMPD can access when trying to identify stolen property?  For more information, go to: 

http://www.nnwi.org/operation_id.asp

Sgt Todd Brimm
Seventh Division
574-2133


Do you know how to prepare yourself and your home in the event of a crime? Visit our Safety & Initiatives webpage to learn important tips for staying safe!  

 

LMPD has a new way for you to map crime. Just click here and view the interactive crime mapping tool. Be sure to save it in your favorites to view crime updates anytime - it's updated daily.    


Keep track of crime in your area by clicking below:
To view the maps, and to search for crimes by neighborhoods or address, visit:

http://www.louisvilleky.gov/metropolice/crimemaps         
 
to view LMPD's interactive crime mapping tool for Division 6 and Division 7.  If you see crime occurring, please contact the Louisville Metro Police Department. Call 911 for emergencies.  Call 502-574-7111 for non-emergency related help or to find a towed vehicle.   

  

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PLEASE REMEMBER TO LOCK YOUR VEHICLE AND CONCEAL PERSONAL ITEMS!

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 LOUISVILLE METRO POLICE

IMPORTANT NUMBERS FOR 
EMERGENCY SERVICES

 

POLICE DEPT./EMERGENCY:  911

NON EMERGENCY:  502-574-2111

TIPS LINE:  502-574-5673

TELEPHONE REPORTING UNIT:  502-574-4661 EXT 3

CRIMES AGAINST CHILDREN:  502-574-2465

FRAUD UNIT:  502-574-7045

HOMICIDE:  502-574-7055

ROBBERY:  502-574-2474

LMPD 7TH DIVISION:  502-574-2133

 

FIRE DEPARTMENT/EMERGENCY:  911

NON EMERGENCY:  502-574-2111

BUECHEL FIRE: 502-491-0085

FERN CREEK FIRE:  502-239-7075

HIGHVIEW FIRE:  502-239-3561

JEFFERSONTOWN FIRE:  502-267-7300

METRO CALL:  311 OR 502-574-5000


MetroCall 311


When Calling MetroCall 311


You may now call MetroCall (311 or 574-5000) and speak to a live representative Monday – Friday from 7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.  If you need to report an issue after hours or on the weekend, you may submit your concern online at: http://www.louisvilleky.gov/MetroCall/submit_a_concern.htm

All you need to do is set up an account, which will allow you to login in the future and report something and see the history of your reports.  There is also a link to download the mobile app to report an issue on your phone.


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http://www.louisvilleky.gov/Services/