Louisville Metro Council District 4 E-News
Councilman Jecorey Arthur | Legislative Assistant Brianna Wright
601 West Jefferson Street, Louisville, KY 40202 | (502)574-1104
I believe affordable housing should also be livable, comfortable, and sustainable housing. If you agree, please join me at the next board meeting for the Louisville Metro Housing Authority to demand it.
Tuesday, September 19th 3:30 PM
United Building
600 S 7th Street
LMHA residents can sign up to speak at (502)569-3420
Fall Town Hall with Councilman Jecorey Arthur
Please save the date for a town hall with Councilman Jecorey Arthur and other city officials on Sunday, October 1, 2023 3-4:30 PM at the Main Library, 301 York Street in the Centennial Room in the basement of the north building. Flier.
California Neighborhood Community Meeting
All residents in the California Neighborhood are invited to a community meeting with Councilman Jecorey Arthur on Thursday October 5th, 2023 6-7 PM to discuss needs for the park and community center. The meeting will be at the California Community Center in the Senior Room, 1600 St Catherine St.
JCPS Board Feedback Survey
The Jefferson County Public Schools Board of Education wants feedback from the community. You can take their survey here.
District 4 Tele-Town Hall
Tuesday, September 19th 6:00-7:00 PM
Video-In: https://louisvilleky.webex.com/meet/D4
Phone-In: (415)655-0001
Access Code: 180-005-6522 #
Note: You do not need to download WebEx to join by video on a computer. Once you press 'cancel' on the link's popup there is an option to join by browser at the bottom of the screen. If no one attends by 6:15, the tele-town hall will end early.
Legislation
- Anti-Displacement Ordinance — This ordinance will help prevent displacement by creating a displacement index to be used for new city-supported developments. To show support, sign the petition here. It was first debated in the Planning and Zoning Committee on Tuesday, August 15, 2023.
- Community Benefits Ordinance — This ordinance will require developers to execute community benefits agreements with neighborhoods prior to the approval of financial incentives such as tax increment financing (TIF) or industrial revenue bonds (IRB). The District 4 office is working with Louisville Forward, local unions, and several neighborhoods on this.
- Gun Buyback Ordinance — This ordinance will start a pilot program where Louisvillians can sell guns to be destroyed.
- Right to Shelter Ordinance — This will create more shelter space for people experiencing houselessness. To show support, sign the petition here.
- FY24 District 4 Sidewalk Repairs — There will be several sidewalks getting approved for repair funding in the next couple months. The District 4 office is waiting on an updated sidewalk list to share.
- Short-Term Rental Ordinance — This ordinance will update rules about short-term rentals (Airbnb, VRBO, etc). To review the suggested changes go here.
Some of the legislation above is drafted but may not have been filed. We welcome input from constituents, experts, and stakeholders. To learn more about what's coming up on Metro Council please go here.
Waste Tire Collection Event 2023
Take advantage of this opportunity to properly dispose of unwanted tires. Any Kentucky resident is eligible to participate in this event EXCEPT tire retailers, scrap/salvage yards, and recycling facilities. No limit. To learn more, click here.
Pop-Up Drop-Off Waste Disposal Event | September 16
Pop-Up Drop-Offs are free recycling and large item disposal events for residents of Jefferson County. To learn about the upcoming event, click here.
Networking Night - Office for Safe and Healthy Neighborhoods | September 26
The Office for Safe and Healthy Neighborhoods (OSHN) would like to invite you to be a part of the One Love Louisville Ambassador Program's Networking Night. This is an opportunity for citizens to come out and learn about as well as contribute to Louisville's Comprehensive Violence Prevention Plan. It's also an opportunity to network with both OSHN partners and one another. To learn more, click here.
Democratic Caucus Will Meet on Thursday, September 14
The Democratic Caucus of the Louisville Metro Council will meet on Thursday, September 14, at 4:00 p.m. The meeting will be held in the Third Floor Conference Room, Historic City Hall, 601 West Jefferson Street. The meeting is open to the public. The public may enter City Hall using the Sixth Street entrance. Anyone needing assistance may enter City Hall from the Jefferson Street entrance. Under KRS 61.826, some members will be video conferencing using WebEx.
At the meeting, Caucus members will work together to assemble feminine hygiene and menopause supply kits that will be distributed to non-profit agencies during the upcoming Women’s Caucus meeting on Thursday, September 28. All the items within these kits have been generously donated by both Caucus members and staff.
Minority Caucus to Meet Thursday, September 14, 2023
The Minority Caucus of the Louisville Metro Council will hold its regular meeting at 4 p.m. on Thursday, September 14, 2023 from the 2nd floor Caucus Room within City Hall (601 W. Jefferson Street). During the meeting members of the Minority Caucus will review upcoming items on the evening’s Metro Council agenda and discuss items that will be heard in committee the following week. The Minority Caucus holds its regular meetings at 4pm on the same day as meetings of the Louisville Metro Council. Future dates for Minority Caucus Meetings are scheduled for September 28, October 12 and October 26, 2023.
Efforts Underway to Support Law Enforcement Month in Louisville
In May the Louisville Metro Council Unanimously supported the passage of a resolution marking September as Law Enforcement Appreciation Month. Councilmembers are partnering with local schools as well as a senior club to organize a number of events to support police serving in southwest Louisville Metro. These groups are sending letters and even preparing a meal for officers to show their support and appreciation. To learn more, click here.
Notice of Public Comment Period and Hearing
The Louisville Metro Air Pollution Control District (District) is opening a 30-day public comment period starting September 14, 2023, on an amended Board Order and site-specific Reasonably Available Control Technology (RACT) Plan for LG&E Mill Creek Generating Station (electric energy for local and remote distribution generation). To learn more, click here.
Registration Now Open for Fall 2023 Athletic Leagues
Louisville Parks and Recreation is offering four opportunities for fun and competition through fall athletic leagues. The public can now sign up for adult volleyball, adult pickleball and Little Futsal (ages 3 & 4). Registration for youth soccer has already closed, and games will begin September 23 at Petersburg Park. To learn more, click here.
Legal Aid Society Guide to Protections Against Landlord Discrimination
Please view the short legal guide to protections against landlord discrimination based on lawful source of income. To learn more, click here.
Land Development Code Reform
The Land Development Code (LDC) is a set of rules and laws that defines how land can be used, how a development such as a new shopping mall or apartment must be designed, and the procedures for approval. The LDC Reform is an equity focused approach to revise the LDC consistently with Plan 2040 to allow for increased housing choices and opportunities in new and existing neighborhoods, to create procedures and regulations that are easier to use, and increase the quality of life by reducing the concentration of environmental hazards near housing.
Work to reform the LDC began in the summer of 2020. Initial recommendations, including accessory dwelling units, notification procedures, and urban agriculture were all adopted within the first year. The work continues and we encourage you to participate!
To learn about the currently proposed amendments to the LDC, please click HERE to view the content or copy the following link into the address bar of your web browser: https://arcg.is/05LCLX0.
Please contact Joel Dock, Planning Coordinator at 502-574-5860 or send an email to ldcreform@louisvilleky.gov with any questions or comments.
Hildegard Fest | Sunday, September 17, 2 - 7 PM
Did you know that St. Hildegard of Bingen penned the first writings about hops and is the unofficial "Patron Saint of Beer?" Join the Butchertown Business Alliance for a community fundraiser and celebration at Apocalypse Brew Works, 1612 Mellwood Ave, on September 17 from 2 - 7 PM. Enjoy music, refreshments, and good company while supporting compassionate care for people at the end of life at Hildegard House.
2023 OuR Home: Russell Neighborhood Historic Tours
The 2023 OUR HOME: Russell Homecoming Historic Trolley Tours of the Russell Neighborhood will take place, Saturday September 30, 2023 at 10:00 am and 12:00 pm. Sign up by Friday, September 29. To learn more, click here.
OuR Home: Russell Homecoming Weekend |September 28 - October 1
OuR Home: Russell Homecoming Weekend, Thursday, September 28 - Sunday, October 1 is a 4-day celebration of the people and places that make Russell special. Events will amplify Russell's deeply rooted history, highlight Black wealth building opportunities, elevate community efforts to challenge gentrification & displacement practices, and hold space for community to come together as family. To learn more, click here.
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