District 23 Update - October 1, 2022

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James Peden
Councilman James Peden
601 West Jefferson Street
Louisville, KY  40202
502.574.1123
In-District Office Hours
Highview Fire Dept. Station 2, 8001 Smyrna Pkwy
1st and 3rd Monday of each Month
5-6 PM - Drop In
6-7 PM - By Appointment 
Click here to view Crime Maps


October 8 - Highview Fall Festival and Parade

Fall Festival

If your church, school, club, group or business wishes to participate or have a booth at the festival fill out and return the Participation Form.

Car Show Pre-Registration Form

Car Show

Car Show Pre-Registration Form


October 16 - Halloween in Highview Park

Highview Halloween

Boo at the Zoo

Boo at Zoo

The Louisville Zoo celebrates 41 years of merry — not scary — fun this October with its ever-popular annual Halloween event, Boo at the Zoo presented by Meijer. Tickets go on sale now for the beloved annual event that takes place October 1 – 2; 6 – 9; 13 – 16; 20 – 23; 27 – 30 (Thursday – Sunday nights, October 1 – 30). 

Guests can dress up in their wildest costumes for the after-hours event that turns the Zoo into a living storybook, complete with favorite characters brought to life, music, photo opportunities around every corner and, of course, a safe place to trick-or-treat for kids 11 and under. Guests are encouraged to bring their own trick-or-treat bags. Reusable treat bags will be available for purchase at the Zoo’s Gift Shop for $2 (while supplies last).

As Boo at the Zoo presented by Meijer may sell out, purchase your tickets early so you don’t miss out on the fun.

Tickets:

Members and guests can purchase tickets online at louisvillezoo.org, with their chosen date and arrival time. Tickets are limited each night and some nights may sell out quickly.

A limited number of Meijer anytime tickets can be purchased at participating Meijer stores for $11 beginning September 25. Visit louisvillezoo.org/meijer for a list of stores.

Boo at the Zoo presented by Meijer is a rain or shine event.

Costumes:

The Zoo encourages all visitors to wear family-friendly costumes. Adults may join in the fun, however full costume masks that cover the entire face are not permitted for adults.

To learn more about the event and Boo at the Zoo presented by Meijer activities, visit louisvillezoo.org/boo.

Animals

While guests may catch a glimpse of a few party animals, most animal ambassadors will not be on exhibit in the evenings so they can rest and follow their regular fall schedules.


October 5 - Highview Arts Center Auditions

HAC Auditions

Auditions for Yes, Virginia There is a Santa Claus
 Wednesday October 5
 7:00 - 9:00 pm 
 Highview Arts Center, 7406 Fegenbush Ln

Auditions will consist of cold readings from the script.

If you are interested in auditioning but are unable to attend the scheduled audition date, please contact the director, David DeSpain, at starodaviddds@gmail.com.

For more information visit the Facebook Event Page or Highview Arts Center.


District 23 Paving Projects for the Week of October 3

Paving

Below is the list of Louisville Metro Public Works road safety improvement projects for the week of October 3.

 Note: the schedule is subject to change due to inclement weather and/or operational factors.

  • Adkins Rd. from Honor Ave. to dead end
  • Amalfi Ave. from Honor Ave. to dead end
  • Beth Rd. from Denise Dr. to dead end
  • Cherita Rd. from Denise Dr. to dead end
  • Cherriville Rd. from Manslick Rd. to Amalfi Ave.
  • Denise Dr. from Lois Ave. to dead end
  • Honor Ave. from Adkins Rd. to dead end
  • Lois Ave. from Beth Rd. to dead end
  • Senator Ln. from Denise Dr. to honor Ave.
  • Elise Way from Shepherdsville Rd. to dead end

October 8 - Okolona VFW Post #8639 Freedom Festival

Saturday October 8
3:00pm-10:00pm
Okolona VFW Post #8639
4205 Lambert Road

Okolona VFW

For more information visit Okolona VWF #8639 Facebook Page


October 15 - Wheelchair Basketball: Sickle Cell Association of Kentuckiana

Wheelchair Basketball

October 22- McNeely Lake Cleanup

McNeely Cleanup


Saturday, October 22

McNeely Lake Park

Saturday, October 22    
 Cleanup: 9:00am-noon      
 Music and Lunch for Volunteers: 10:00am-1:00pm

.  Supplies for the cleaning will be provided.  Be sure to dress appropriately.  For planning purposes please RSVP by calling 574-1123 or emailing james.peden@louisvilleky.gov.  

If you have a canoe or small flat bottomed boat you can bring, please contact our office.   


BBB Issues Tips on How to Support Hurricane Ian Relief Efforts

The Category 4 storm has left a devastating impact on parts of Florida, and BBB recognizes that many in our service area may have family and loved ones in Ian’s path. To assist people interested in donating to storm relief efforts, BBB offers the following advice:

BBB

Is the disaster appeal clear? The contribution request should clearly identify what disaster relief activities you are supporting. There are many possibilities such as temporary shelter, food, medical care, and other emergency needs.

Does the charity already have a presence in the impacted area? Charities that already have support staff in the impacted areas are more likely to deliver help quickly at a time of immediate need.

Is the charity an experienced relief organization? Experienced relief organizations will be able to provide help with greater speed and efficiency than a newly created effort.

If considering crowdfunding, do you know its procedures? Some crowdfunding sites take measures to vet postings after a disaster, others don’t. Review the site’s policies and procedures to find out. If in doubt, it is always safest to donate to people who you personally know and trust.

Does the organization meet the 20 BBB Charity Standards? We recommend donating to charities that meet all 20 of the BBB Standards for Charity Accountability. Visit BBB’s Give.org to access free evaluative reports on charities.

Use caution online. Never click on links to unfamiliar charity websites in text messages or email. These may take you to look-alike websites where you will be asked to provide personal or financial information, or may download harmful content onto your computer. Don’t assume that charity recommendations on social media have already been vetted.


LMAS Offering Free Pet Adoptions

Empty Shelter

Empty the Shelters returns to LMAS’ Animal House Adoption Center. All adoptions are free from Saturday, Oct. 1 through Saturday, October 8. This national adoption event is being sponsored by the Bissell Pet Foundation to help reduce shelter overcrowding due caused by unprecedent increase in pets entering shelters across America. Adopters are encouraged to make adoption the first adoption. For more info about Empty the Shelters and to view adoptable at LMAS, click here.

Animal House Adoption Center, located at 3516 Newburg Road, is open from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. daily. Walk-ins welcome!

If you don’t find your pawfect companion at Animal House, be sure to check out the Kentucky Humane Society. They are participating in Empty the Shelters and adoptions fees are waived for adult cats and dogs, one-year old older. For more info about KHS adoptions, click here


October 4 - Neighborhood Meeting Regarding Zoning Change of 9220 and 9224 Cedar Creek Rd.

The Applicant, Pulte Group is hosting a neighborhood meeting on the following proposal. 

Property: 9220 and 9224 Cedar Creek Rd
Case Number: 22-ZONEPA-0112
 Case Manager: Dante St. Germain,  
Dante.St.Germain@louisvilleky.gov

Summary of Project: 

The applicant is seeking to rezone the property from R-4 to R-5 to allow a 46-lot single family subdivision on 12.35 +/- acres.

Meeting Informaion: 
 Tuesday, October 4, 2022
 6:00 p.m.
 Fern Creek Community Association and Chamber of Commerce
 6104 Bardstown Rd.

9220 Cedar Creek Rd

For the full meeting notice including all maps and contatct information Click Here


October 5 - DRC Meeting Regarding 8912 Smyrna Pkwy

You are invited to attend a review for a Revised Detailed District Development Plan and Binding Elements, and Waiver. 

Subject Property: 8612 Smyrna Pkwy
Case Number: 22-DDP-0033

Case Manager: Dante St. Germain
Dante.St.Germain@louisvilleky.gov

The Development Review Committee Meeting will be held:
 Wednesday, October 5, 2022 at 1:00pm
 
 In-Person option:
 514 West Liberty Street

Options for Joining the Virtual Meeting:
 https://louisvilleky.gov/government/planning-design/upcoming-public-meetings

8912 Smyrna Pwky

Click on plan to view at PDF 
Click to View Staff Report


October 13 - LD&T Meeting Regarding 7203 E. Manslick Rd

You are invited to attend a review for a Revised Preliminary Major Subdivision Plan with Conditions of Approval and Waivers.

Subject Property: 7203 E. Manslick Rd.
Case Number: 22-RSUB-0005

Case Manager: Molly Clark
 molly.clark@louisvilleky.gov

The Land Development and Transportation Committee Meeting will be held:
 Thursday, October 13, 2022 at 1:00pm
 
 In-Person option:
 514 West Liberty Street

Options for Joining the Virtual Meeting:
 https://louisvilleky.gov/government/planning-design/upcoming-public-meetings

7203 EManslick

Click on plan to view at PDF 


Crime Maps - Updated Daily

lmpd

 

Always Remember to Lock Your Car and Remove All Valuables, it's the Easiest Way to Prevent Crime

Click Here to view LMPD's interactive crime mapping tool.   

 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.