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The annual program that helps low income residents of Louisville with their utility bills has begun. LIHEAP, the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program, is a federally funded program operated by Community Action Partnership, part of Louisville Metro Community Services. The Subsidy Phase of LIHEAP will run this year through Dec. 11.
Appointments will be held at the Southwest Government Center (7219 Dixie Highway, 502-574-1272) weekdays between 8 a.m. - 1 p.m., based on appointment availability. Upon registering for an appointment, residents will receive an appointment slip verifying the appointment date, time and location. LIHEAP applications will be completed at the time of the appointment and the assistance received is a one-time benefit, paid to the heating vendor.
Applicants must be Jefferson County residents with a household income at or below 130% of the federal poverty guidelines and willing to provide the following documentation at the time of their appointment:
- Picture ID for head of household (if available)
- Proof of all household income for the preceding month (food stamp award letter, Social Security award letter, pay stubs, etc.). All individuals 18 or over in the household with no income – and who do not receive food stamps -- must have a Proof of No Income form completed prior to applying for benefits. (Available at the CAP office at 810 Barret)
- Social Security card(s) or official documentation with social security numbers or Permanent Resident Card Numbers for everyone living in the household.
- Most recent heating bill or verification from landlord that heating expenses are included in the rent (i.e. lease agreements).
Individuals who are unable to apply for this program in person may send a representative on their behalf with a note including the applicant’s signature and phone number. Call 574-1157 for more details on how this process works. Residents who are homebound -- which means a medical professional can verify they are confined to the home -- and who are unable to send a representative, may call 574-1274.
LG&E reminds customers that it is their responsibility to make arrangements to ensure continued service. Please contact LG&E’s customer service office at 589-1444 if you cannot make a payment in full and need to set up payment arrangements.
LIHEAP is made possible by the United States Department of Health and Human Services and is a pass through grant from the Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services, which contracts with Community Action Agencies across the state. Louisville Metro Community Action Partnership (CAP) is part of the Louisville Metro Department of Community Services. For more information about CAP, visit http://louisvilleky.gov/government/community-services or call CAP at 574-1157 (TDD available at Metro Call – 574-5000); or Community Action Kentucky at 1-800-456-3452.
 Louisville Metro residents not
mulching autumn leaves into their lawns or using curbside collection will have
the option to dispose of them at drop-off sites Tuesday through Saturday each
week November 11 through December 6.
The service will not be available on
Thanksgiving Day and the day after Thanksgiving.
Leaf drop-off is a joint service
of Metro Public Works and Metro Parks. Only loose leaves will be accepted.
Containers used for transport must be disposed of off-site by residents. The
leaves will be used as compost material..
WHEN: Tuesday- Saturday, November 11th - December 6th; 9a-3p.
WHERE: Public Works Yard, 10500 Lower River Road (at Bethany Lane)
Other Drop-off locations available at 595 Hubbards Lane and 636 Meriwether Avenue.
NOTE: Beginning January 1, 2015, yard
waste left out in plastic bags that are not compostable will not be collected.
This regulation applies throughout all of Jefferson County.
The Louisville Metro Snow Team is made up nearly 300 employees from four agencies - Metro Public Works, Solid Waste Management Services, Metro Parks and Codes and Regulations. The Snow Team uses 160 pieces of equipment to clear 1,362 miles of road in Louisville. The total two-lane miles covered by crews on designated snow routes equals 2,721.
Louisville's snow routes focus on major roads, school and TARC bus routes, arteries to local employers and hospital and emergency routes.
As a part of an ongoing agreement with the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, city crews will treat and clear most state roads and highways. That equals about 315 miles of roads in Louisville, including roads such as Shelbyville Road, Beulah Church Road and Dixie Highway.
The city's salt storage facilities are well-stocked and ready to fight winter weather. Before the season's first snowflake, the city had 35,000 tons of salt available, including 15,000 tons on hand at salt domes and storage facilities as well as 20,000 tons stored underground for emergency reserve.
During a winter weather event, you can track the progress of snow removal using and interactive map that is constantly updated with the latest info. It's a great tool to use before hitting the roadways when they are in poor condition.
Click HERE to view the map.
 Adult Courses
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Southwest Page Turners- Monday Dec. 8, 7 p.m., Thu., Nov. 20 & Dec. 18, 2 p.m.
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Southwest How-To Festival - Sat., Nov. 15, 10 a.m., Learn 30 things in 3 hours! All ages.
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Recipe Exchange - Mon., Nov. 17, 6:30 p.m.
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Scrabble Scramble- Thu., Nov. 20 & Dec. 18, 10 a.m.
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Paying for College 101- Sat., Nov. 22, 1 p.m., KHEAA will outline financial aid basics.
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Feel Good Fair - Mon., Dec. 1, 7 p.m., Learn about local charities.
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Project Linus Day - Sat., Dec. 13, 9 a.m., Help provide blankets for those in need.
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Winter Wonderland Train Show - Mon., Dec. 22 - Wed., Dec. 31, 9 a.m.
Computer Classes
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Computers by Appointment- Call 933-0029 for an appointment.
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Computer Basics 2 - Tue., Dec. 9, 2 p.m.
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Microsoft Excel 1 - Mon., Nov. 24 & Dec. 15, 6 p.m.
Children Programs
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LEGO Party - Sat., Nov. 29 & Dec. 27, 2 p.m. All ages.
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World of Minecraft - Sat., Nov. 22, 1 p.m. Free sessions.
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Toddler Dance Party - Sat., Nov. 22 & Dec. 6, 10 a.m. Ages 0-5.
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Frozen Storytime - Sat., Dec. 20, 2 p.m. Ages 9 and up.
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Gingerbread Building Competition - Mon., Dec. 22, 2 p.m. All ages.
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Winter Wonderland Train Show - Mon., Dec. 22 - Wed., Dec. 31, 9 a.m. (except Dec. 25)
STORYTIMES
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Children’s Storytimes - Every Wednesday, 9:15 a.m. (Babies), 10 a.m. (Toddlers), & 11 a.m. (Preschoolers)
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Family Storytimes - Thursdays, 6 p.m.
Teen Programs
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Teen Game Challenge - Wednesdays at 3:30 p.m. Ages 12-19.
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Code Club Mon. Dec. 15, 3:30 p.m. - Learn HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Python and more. All levels welcome.
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Southwest How-To Festival - Sat., Nov. 15, 10 a.m. Learn 30 things in 3 hours! All ages.
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World of Minecraft - Sat., Nov. 22, 1 p.m. Free sessions.
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Paying for College 101 - Sat., Nov. 22, 1 p.m. KHEAA will outline financial aid basics.
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ACT Practice Test - Sat., Dec. 6, 10 a.m. Call 933-0029 to register.
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Gingerbread Building Competition - Mon., Dec. 22, 2 p.m. All ages. Call 933-0029 to sign up
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Free Guided Hike
Moreman’s Hill, 4.0 miles (moderate to strenuous)
Explore an area not open to the public on a daily basis. There are no trails or amenities. Hiking will be on uneven terrain. Meet in the field at 5121 Blevins Gap Road.
WHEN: Saturday, November 22; 9 a.m.
For more information, contact the Jefferson Memorial Forest at 502-368-5404
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 DABA Holiday Festival at Riverside
WHEN: Saturday, December 6; 2 p.m. to 8 p.m.
WHERE: Riverside, The Farnsley-Moremen Landing
7410 Moorman Road
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