TARC requesting public comment for proposed service changes in District 18 and other east-end areas set to take effect in August

TARC is asking for the public to comment on changes being proposed to ten current routes, some of which are in District 18 and surrounding areas. These changes are being suggested to improve route efficiency and adjust service to areas where it is most needed. To read the full plan (available March 7), and view maps of the proposed changes please visit us at www.ridetarc.org. The proposed service adjustments that could affect D-18 and surrounding areas are: Routes 17X (Bardstown Road Express), 31X (Middletown Express), 40X (Jeffersontown Express), and 61X (Plainview Express) Due to low ridership, Express Route 61X will be discontinued. Also, to be discontinued due to low ridership are the express trip portions only from Routes 17, 31, and 40. To improve morning peak service a local trip has been added to Route 40. TARC is reviewing and analyzing proposed service changes to ensure this proposal does not create any disproportionate burden or disparate impact on low-income and minority populations in the TARC service area.  Federally required Title VI evaluation will be developed to address any potential impact of these changes, and propose mitigation measures if required. Title VI evaluation and outcomes will be presented to the TARC Board of Directors for their review and approval. Two open-house public meetings to discuss these changes in greater detail are scheduled to take place at Southwest Public Library from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Tuesday, March 21, and at Union Station from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Wednesday, March 22.  Public comments regarding these changes will be accepted during the public comment period (March 07 through April 4) and may be submitted at Union Station (1000 West Broadway, Louisville, KY 40203), during the public meeting at Southwest Public Library (9725 Dixie Hwy, Louisville, KY 40272), or by email to: PublicComment@ridetarc.org. All comments received will be considered and presented at the Board of Directors before service changes are finalized and implemented.

MindBody Wellness Series coming to District 18 at the Northeast Regional Library

Mental Health Lou  and Louisville Free Public Library will offer free workshops focused on mental health and wellness starting in March. The Mind-Body Wellness Series is a four-part series that focuses on the ways in which our thoughts, feelings, and beliefs can positively or negatively impact our bodies and vice versa.

Taught by licensed experts from Mental Health Lou’s partner groups and providers, the series will be offered at six library locations: Southwest, Northeast, Newburg, Main, Western, and Bon Air.

Each workshop in the series addresses a different topic:

• Discovering the Mind-Body Connection: Participants will learn ways to identify and connect feelings, thoughts and somatic responses and develop tools to help manage stress, anxiety, depression and more.
• Movement & Mental Health: This workshop looks at the impact of movement on our mental health by extending into yogic practices and breathing techniques for individuals to use as a means of self-care and deepen their connection with their bodies.
• Practical Mindfulness for Stress Management: Participants will learn basic tools to help identify stressors and implement Mindfulness techniques to manage/decrease stress response. This will be an experiential workshop that focuses on skill building of stress management tools.
• Taking Charge of Your Wellbeing: Workshop participants will begin developing a realistic and easily executable self-care plan with the help of a mental health therapist.

Mind-Body Wellness Series scheduled in District 18 are Tuesdays in March, 12:30 p.m.  at the Northeast Regional Library Click here to learn more information about the series.

The City of Douglass Hills presents "Muffins with the Mayor"

Join Mayor Bonnie Jung and their City Council Representatives for an informal gathering at Warren Walker Park on Saturday, March 25th from 9:00-11:00 A.M.  This will be a chance to meet your elected officials and share ideas in a casual, family friendly setting. There will be Free mini muffins & coffee provided by My Favorite Muffin. Full sized muffins available for purchase.

The next Metro Pop-Up Drop-Off Saturday, March 18th

Transportation Crews to Soon Treat State Roadsides for Noxious Weeds

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) crews will soon begin treating noxious and nuisance weeds throughout the state to improve driver safety and support efficient maintenance operations by limiting their presence. Property owners who are actively treating noxious weeds on private property may request highway crews to treat select nuisance weeds found on adjacent state-owned right of way. The Cabinet targets 12 noxious weeds in accordance with KRS 176.051 and 603 KAR 3:100: Amur Honeysuckle (Lonicera maackii) Canada Thistle (Cirsium arvense) Common Teasel (Dipsacus fullonum) Cutleaf Teasel (Dipsacus laciniatus) Japanese Knotweed (Polygonum cuspidatum) Johnsongrass (Sorghum halepense) Kudzu (Pueraria montana) Marestail (Conyza canadensis) Multiflora Rose (Rosa multiflora) Nodding Thistle (Carduus nutans) Poison Hemlock (Conium maculatum) Spotted Knapweed (Centaurea stoebe) “If left untreated, some weeds can grow several feet tall and impact driver visibility,” said KYTC Secretary Jim Gray. “Actively treating the weeds on state-maintained property enhances safety, prevents damage to ditches and drains and minimizes the presence of plants that attract deer near highways.” Noxious weeds often invade and destroy the roadside turf grass, leaving these areas vulnerable to erosion. They can also smother native plants through rapid reproduction and long-term persistence. Kentuckians who want to request weed treatment must submit a written application to their local KYTC highway district office. To request an application, please contact the appropriate district highway office. Contact information may be found on the district webpages listed here. Motorists are reminded to use extra caution when crews spraying for weeds are out on the roadways.

The Good Will Another Way Program continues to grow while transforming lives!

The Good Will Another Way Program is a real success story for our city! Several on the Metro Council (Including Councilwoman Parker, Councilman Markus Winkler and others) were there in the beginning to assist in creating this program that gives "Another Way" to assist some of our hardest to serve residents in a way other than just giving cash out our windows. Because of these services provided by the Good Will Another Way Program peoples' lives are being transformed! Below is message from Good Will and is just a small snapshot of the hundreds of people they have been able to help: 

"March is off to a great start with 9 employed, 3 transported to substance abuse treatment, as of 3/9/23. A few stories from February:

• One individual was released from prison Feb 1^st, rode the Another Way Van, got a cellphone, staff assisted with his resume, interviewed the 15^th and started work at Caudill Sprouting on Feb 20^th. He moved into transitional housing and received a bike. 
• Another individual was homeless, rode with Another Way, is currently working at Ford, has her own housing and has also written a book.
• One lady rode the Another Way van suffered from severe addiction, went into treatment the beginning of February, during the time the Another Way coaches connected her permanent supported housing. She has completed treatment.
• One young man joined the Another Way team where he was supported and encouraged to take RISE last year, he will start his Peer Support Training class on Next week.
• Another individual was released from prison without any identifying documents. He joined the Another Way Program in Feb and soon after was able to obtain his Identifying documents. He is now a Goodwiller!

More exciting and new stories to come!!!  😊"

The LMPD 8TH Division Electronic Newsletter coming soon!

The LMPD 8th Division will be creating a brief e-newsletter which will include crime trends, crime prevention tips, upcoming events, and information relevant to the 8th Division. They hope to have the first one sent out by the beginning of April. The below link can be used to register for the e-newsletter.  Please copy and share the below link with your group or organization and anyone who would be interested in receiving the 8th Division E-Newsletter. https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/KYLOUISVILLE/subscriber/new?topic_id=KYLOUISVILLE_764

Employment Opportunities

MSD Hiring

Regulatory Compliance & GIS Administrative Specialist  Process Tech Trainee (Wastewater Operations) (3 Positions) PC Support Specialist I/II/III (3 positions)  For position descriptions, pay information, and to apply please visit our website: http://www.louisvillemsd.org/Careers

SummerWorks registration is now open

Louisville youth 16-21 can register now

Now’s the time to get prepared for a successful summer! Don’t have a resume? No problem, we can help with that. Once you register, you’ll start getting connected to all of the resources you need to land a quality summer job.

Register Now

Metro Parks Hiring

Employment with Louisville Parks and Recreation is a great opportunity to connect with nature and the community! We have employment opportunities throughout each division (aquatics, recreation, golf, community engagement, Jefferson Memorial forest) for both full-time and part-time positions.  Visit bestparksever.com for more information on employment opportunities! 

Job Opportunities

Metro Public Health & Wellness Hiring